Tascam SS-R250N Networkable Solid-State Audio Recorder
The Tascam SS-R250N is a versatile solid-state recorder/player designed for professional applications such as broadcast studios and fixed installations. Offering a range of remote control options, this recorder provides flexibility and convenience in audio recording and playback tasks.
Flexible Recording and Playback Options
The SS-R250N records in WAV and MP3 formats to SD/SDHC/SDXC cards and USB flash memory. With the ability to connect to an FTP server via a network, the recorder can automatically upload recordings upon completion or download files for playback. Time synchronisation via SNTP enhances its functionality.
Dual SD Card Slots for Enhanced Security
Featuring dual SD card slots, the SS-R250N offers added security for your valuable files compared to conventional recorders. Backups can be created on the second memory card during recording, or the recorder seamlessly switches to the second card when the first one reaches full capacity. Additionally, the unit automatically closes files in the event of a sudden power outage during recording to prevent data loss.
Multiple Control Options
Control of the SS-R250N is highly flexible, with options including the RC-SS150 remote control featuring a colour LCD display and 12 keys for convenient playback. Users can also utilise a dedicated app available for iOS and Android devices, offering control over transport operations and various settings. Integration into existing environments is possible using serial or parallel control methods.
Comprehensive Audio Connectivity
For audio connections, the SS-R250N is equipped with both balanced and unbalanced analogue inputs and outputs, as well as SPDIF coaxial and AES/EBU digital I/O with a sample rate converter. An optional Dante interface card provides two-channel input/output for Dante audio networks, expanding its connectivity options.
Recording Features:
- Recording and Playback Media: Records to and plays from USB flash memory (up to 64 GB) and SD/SDHC/SDXC cards (up to 128 GB).
- High-Resolution Support: Supports recording and playback of high-resolution files up to 96 kHz / 24 bit.
- Network/Control Capabilities:
Recording Capabilities:
- Dual SD Memory Card Slot: Permits mirror and relay recording.
- Automatic Mark Setting: Marks can be set automatically when an error occurs or the input overloads.
- Pre-Recording Function: Prevents missing parts at the beginning of recordings.
- Auto Track Function: Automatically trims audio material to tracks.
- Compressor and Limiter: Helps improve recording quality.
- Auto Level Control: Automatically adjusts input level for recording.
- Power-On Recording: Recording can start as soon as the unit is turned on.
- Direct Recording: Enables recording to start without switching to record-ready first.
- Input Connectors: Features XLR input connectors for microphones with phantom power supply, and RCA input connectors for consumer-level sources.
- Digital Inputs: Includes AES/EBU digital input (XLR) and SPDIF coaxial input (RCA).
Playback Functions:
- Call Function: Saves the position where the last playback starts.
- Ducking Function: Automatically reduces playback level while the input level rises.
- Incremental Play: Skips to each next track by pressing the PLAY button.
- Auto Cue and Auto Ready: Locates the first sound in a track and allows playback standby before the next track begins.
- Pitch and Key Control: Adjusts speed and key for playback.
- Playback Modes: Offers Program, Random, and Single playback modes, along with Repeat function (all tracks, A–B section).
- Monaural Mix Playback: Allows monaural mix playback.
- End of Message (EOM): Notifies the user before the track ends.
Other Features:
- Sampling Rate Converter: For inputs and outputs.
- Link Playback Function: Allows two units to be operated in parallel.
- Automatic File Closing: Prevents data loss in case of sudden power loss during recording.
- User Presets: Stores up to three sets of settings for quick switching.
- Rack-Mount Size: Compact 1U rack-mount design for easy integration.
New Features with Firmware Updates:
- v1.30: RS-232C and Telnet commands for powering on/off the main unit and changing settings of the TIME SKIP feature.
- v1.20: Files and folders renaming and editing using RS-232C and Telnet.
- v1.10: Automatic track division in time increments, support for SS250 Control (v1.1.0).
- v1.01: Support for SS250 Control (remote control app) and RC-900 remote control.
Specifications:
Recording Media
- SD cards (512 MB – 2 GB)
- SDHC cards (4–32 GB)
- SDXC cards (64–128 GB)
- USB flash drives (512 MB – 64 GB)
- CD-R/CD-RW
Recording and Playback File Formats
- MP3: 44.1/48 kHz, 64/128/192/256/320 Kbit/s
- WAV: 44.1/48/96 kHz, 16/24 bits
- CD-DA
Number of Channels
- 2 channels (stereo)
- 1 channel (mono)
Analogue Audio Inputs and Outputs
Analogue Input (Unbalanced)
Analogue Input (Balanced)
- XLR-3-31 (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
Analogue Output (Unbalanced)
Analogue Output (Balanced)
- XLR-3-32 (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
Phones Output
- 6.3-mm standard stereo jack
Digital Audio Inputs and Outputs
Digital Input (AES/EBU)
Digital Input (SPDIF)
Digital Output (AES/EBU)
Digital Output (SPDIF)
Other Inputs and Outputs
Remote jack: 2.5-mm TRS jack (for Tascam RC-3F or RC-20, sold separately)
USB port: 4-pin USB, A-type
- Serial port (RS-232C): D-sub 9-pin
- Parallel port: D-sub 25-pin
- Network connector (Ethernet): RJ45
Audio Performance
- Frequency response (LINE IN or MIC IN to LINE OUT):
- Distortion: 0.002 % or less (LINE IN to LINE OUT, Ref. Level: −16 dBFS, Fs = 44.1/48/96 kHz, JEITA)
- S/N ratio: 106 dB or more (LINE IN to LINE OUT, Fs = 44.1/48/96 kHz, JEITA)
- Dynamic range: 106 dB or more (LINE IN to LINE OUT, Fs = 44.1/48/96 kHz, JEITA)
- Crosstalk: 100 dB or more (LINE IN to LINE OUT, Fs = 44.1/48/96 kHz, JEITA)
- Equivalent input noise (EIN): −125 dBu or less (150 Ω, 20 kHz LPF, A-weighted)
Power Supply and Other Specifications
- Mains power: AC 100–240 V, 50-60 Hz
- Power consumption: 20 W
- Dimensions (W × H × D): 483 mm × 45 mm × 301 mm
- Weight: 2.9 kg
- Permissible operating temperature range: 5–35 °C
Delivery is made by common carrier next working day. Delivery is FREE for orders in-stock and over £100 or £9.99 for orders less than £100 or special delivery items.
Statutory Cancellation Right
You have the statutory right to cancel your order for any reason within 14 days beginning with the day you receive the item (please see clause 2 of our Conditions of Sale for the full instructions on cancellation and further information on your right of cancellation). We only accept cancellations via phone - 0115 975 8613, email - sales@superfi.co.uk or post - Superfi Returns, DB House, Rani Drive, Nottingham, NG5 1RF, United Kingdom.
Our Voluntary Returns Policy
As well as your statutory cancellation rights described above, you can return most products within 30 days of receipt of the products if the products are complete and are in an unused and undamaged condition. We only accept returns via phone - 0115 975 8613 or post - Superfi Returns, DB House, Rani Drive, Nottingham, NG5 1RF, United Kingdom.
Please note that this returns policy doesn't affect your statutory rights and therefore doesn't affect your right of cancellation as described above.
Please note that you must return each item in the same condition in which you received it. This means that new items must be returned new, unused and complete (including all accessories). Refunds for returned items that are not received in this condition, may be reduced.
