suggested audio recorder?
I should make a practice of recording my QSOs for logging. Any suggested recorders?
Ron VE8RT DP22
Ron, I have used both a ZOOM H1n or my iPhone. The H1n is much more convenient. I use it for all kinds of recording tasks including various radio sessions. Small, light, and good quality... Also has a 1/4" camera type mount that can be used on tripods, clamp-ons, and goosenecks. Line in feature works well as does the built in stereo mic. USB or micro SD card transfer is possible. Jack KD4IZ -----Original Message----- From: AMSAT-BB amsat-bb-bounces@amsat.org On Behalf Of Ron VE8RT via AMSAT-BB Sent: Thursday, April 9, 2020 15:13 To: AMSAT-BB@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] suggested audio recorder?
I should make a practice of recording my QSOs for logging. Any suggested recorders?
Ron VE8RT DP22
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Hi jack,
I'm going to look into it, nice set of additional features.
73 Ron VE8RT
On Thu, 9 Apr 2020 15:38:22 -0400 Jack Spitznagel via AMSAT-BB amsat-bb@amsat.org wrote:
Ron, I have used both a ZOOM H1n or my iPhone. The H1n is much more convenient. I use it for all kinds of recording tasks including various radio sessions. Small, light, and good quality... Also has a 1/4" camera type mount that can be used on tripods, clamp-ons, and goosenecks. Line in feature works well as does the built in stereo mic. USB or micro SD card transfer is possible. Jack KD4IZ -----Original Message----- From: AMSAT-BB amsat-bb-bounces@amsat.org On Behalf Of Ron VE8RT via AMSAT-BB Sent: Thursday, April 9, 2020 15:13 To: AMSAT-BB@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] suggested audio recorder?
I should make a practice of recording my QSOs for logging. Any suggested recorders?
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This Sony ICD-PX370 I believe is popular with satops. I looked into it and saw it was mp3 only and mono, not stereo. For editing videos wav is desirable and stereo is nice as one day I might use one channel for ambient and one for radio.
https://www.amazon.com/Sony-ICDPX370-Digital-Recorder-Built/dp/B06XFTWCBJ/re...
I found the slightly more expensive ICD-PX470 with stereo and wav recording and got that. Most won't need those features though.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XTX2S2N/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_QR3JEb4HRJJZW
73, John Brier KG4AKV
On Thu, Apr 9, 2020, 15:24 Ron VE8RT via AMSAT-BB amsat-bb@amsat.org wrote:
I should make a practice of recording my QSOs for logging. Any suggested recorders?
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Hi Ron,
I really like my TASCAM DR-5 compact digital recorder. It is about the size of an HT, I run an 1/8' patch cord from the headphone out jack on my YeasuFT-60R into the MIC/LINE IN jack on the recorder and then plug my headphones into the Headphone/Line Out jack on recorder. I am able to record the satellite pass and not have to worry about writing down call signs. I come back later in the evening and use a USB patch cord to connect to my computer and then log my QSOs to LoTW. Good luck!
73,
Bob N6REK
On 4/9/2020 12:12 PM, Ron VE8RT via AMSAT-BB wrote:
I should make a practice of recording my QSOs for logging. Any suggested recorders?
Ron VE8RT DP22
Avoid Philips DVT2000 or DVT2050 (counter-intuitive controls and memory needs reprogramming each time the batteries are changed). I can recommend the Olympus VN-722PC. Look for micro SD storage and USB connectivity
On Thursday, April 9, 2020, 3:23 PM, Ron VE8RT via AMSAT-BB amsat-bb@amsat.org wrote:
I should make a practice of recording my QSOs for logging. Any suggested recorders?
Ron VE8RT DP22
Use a SONY ICD-PX820. Nexpensive, Small & lightweight and plugs into your computer via a mini USB port. It the is like a removable storage device. I rename the file and drag it to a folder on my hard drive. Uses 2 AAA which last quit a long time. 73Rick Tejera (K7TEJ)Saguaro Astronomy ClubWww.saguaroastro.orgThunderbird Astronomy ClubWww.w7tbc.org -------- Original message --------From: Ron VE8RT via AMSAT-BB amsat-bb@amsat.org Date: 4/9/20 12:22 (GMT-07:00) To: AMSAT-BB@amsat.org Subject: [amsat-bb] suggested audio recorder? I should make a practice of recording my QSOs for logging. Anysuggested recorders? Ron VE8RT DP22-- Ron VE8RT ve8rt@yknwt.ca_______________________________________________Sent via AMSAT-BB@amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum availableto all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions expressedare solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of AMSAT-NA.Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program!Subscription settings: https://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
I like the SONY ICD-PX440 or equivalent.
It has a built-in USB connector for convenient transfer.
It it also configured to be wired inline, so your audio out and headphones both connect to it.
If you don't hear anything in the headphones, something is misconfigured. I like that.
Not sure how it handles in a cold environment.
-- bag
Bryan KL7CN/W6 Location: CM98, usually E-Mail: bryan@KL7CN.net Telephone/SMS: 408-836-7279
On Apr 9, 2020, at 12:12 PM, Ron VE8RT via AMSAT-BB amsat-bb@amsat.org wrote:
I should make a practice of recording my QSOs for logging. Any suggested recorders?
Ron VE8RT DP22
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Excellent recorder I use the same one. Got mine as a refurbished unit on eBay. I have two, one I keep as a spare. Make sure you change the configuration to INPUT from MIC if you split the audio out of the radio audio jack. Play with the audio sensitivity settings until you get clean recordings.
Just plug it into your PC USB port and Drag and drop the files into the PC folder of choice.
73, Adrian AA5UK
On Thursday, April 9, 2020, 3:19:13 PM CDT, Bryan KL7CN via AMSAT-BB amsat-bb@amsat.org wrote:
I like the SONY ICD-PX440 or equivalent.
It has a built-in USB connector for convenient transfer.
It it also configured to be wired inline, so your audio out and headphones both connect to it.
If you don't hear anything in the headphones, something is misconfigured. I like that.
Not sure how it handles in a cold environment.
-- bag
Bryan KL7CN/W6 Location: CM98, usually E-Mail: bryan@KL7CN.net Telephone/SMS: 408-836-7279
On Apr 9, 2020, at 12:12 PM, Ron VE8RT via AMSAT-BB amsat-bb@amsat.org wrote:
I should make a practice of recording my QSOs for logging. Any suggested recorders?
Ron VE8RT DP22
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I really like my Olympus. I paid $105 when I got it. The important features were the fact that it has a backlight, is stereo, accepts MicroSD, and can use either alkaline or rechargeables with the ability to recharge internally. Sony had one that was equally perfect but discontinued it.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B019G8LNL6/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_...
73, Grant KB7WSD
On Thu, Apr 9, 2020 at 12:24 PM Ron VE8RT via AMSAT-BB amsat-bb@amsat.org wrote:
I should make a practice of recording my QSOs for logging. Any suggested recorders?
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Wow, I got a lot of replies, thanks for the recommendations and the "do not buy this" comments. I should have asked, do any of these put a date/time stamp on the file? A stereo one may have an advantage, a live mic on one channel, and a line in on the other.
Ron VE8RT
On Thu, 9 Apr 2020 13:12:57 -0600 Ron VE8RT via AMSAT-BB amsat-bb@amsat.org wrote:
I should make a practice of recording my QSOs for logging. Any suggested recorders?
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For the features you have had recommended a date/time stamp should certainly be part of the package. In fact, that is the programming I referred to previously.Another thing to consider is your radio output and the recorder input. It may be worth spending a couple of extra dollars on a mono-to-stereo adapter.
On Thursday, April 9, 2020, 5:17 PM, Ron VE8RT via AMSAT-BB amsat-bb@amsat.org wrote:
Wow, I got a lot of replies, thanks for the recommendations and the "do not buy this" comments. I should have asked, do any of these put a date/time stamp on the file? A stereo one may have an advantage, a live mic on one channel, and a line in on the other.
Ron VE8RT
On Thu, 9 Apr 2020 13:12:57 -0600 Ron VE8RT via AMSAT-BB amsat-bb@amsat.org wrote:
I should make a practice of recording my QSOs for logging. Any suggested recorders?
Ron VE8RT DP22
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The icd px820 does. I imagine most will. When you open the device in you file explorer the date created will show the time stamp of when you pressed record. I set the time on the recorder to UTC eliminating the need for the math.73Rick Tejera (K7TEJ)Saguaro Astronomy ClubWww.saguaroastro.orgThunderbird Astronomy ClubWww.w7tbc.org -------- Original message --------From: Ron VE8RT via AMSAT-BB amsat-bb@amsat.org Date: 4/9/20 14:17 (GMT-07:00) To: amsat-bb@amsat.org Subject: Re: [amsat-bb] suggested audio recorder? time stamps? Wow, I got a lot of replies, thanks for the recommendations and the "donot buy this" comments. I should have asked, do any of these put adate/time stamp on the file? A stereo one may have an advantage, alive mic on one channel, and a line in on the other. Ron VE8RTOn Thu, 9 Apr 2020 13:12:57 -0600Ron VE8RT via AMSAT-BB amsat-bb@amsat.org wrote:> I should make a practice of recording my QSOs for logging. Any> suggested recorders?> > Ron VE8RT DP22> > -- > Ron VE8RT ve8rt@yknwt.ca> _______________________________________________> Sent via AMSAT-BB@amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum available> to all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions expressed> are solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of AMSAT-NA.> Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program!> Subscription settings: https://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb-- Ron VE8RT ve8rt@yknwt.ca_______________________________________________Sent via AMSAT-BB@amsat.org. AMSAT-NA makes this open forum availableto all interested persons worldwide without requiring membership. Opinions expressedare solely those of the author, and do not reflect the official views of AMSAT-NA.Not an AMSAT-NA member? Join now to support the amateur satellite program!Subscription settings: https://www.amsat.org/mailman/listinfo/amsat-bb
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