Edirol F 1 Video Field Recorder

Shock-resistant floating HDD
for secure & stable recording despite shocks and vibrations

Removable HDD
provides hours of recording in the field

Seamless 9 hours
recording with external battery

Additional 2 Channels of Audio
recording in hi-quality linear PCM WAV

Remote Control of Multiple Units
via LAN for managing multi-camera shoots or remote locations

Details
Seamless and reliable HDV/DV capture to removable HDD
for hours of worry-free recording

High-Capacity HDV/DV capture simplifies and accelerates your workflow
The i.LINK connection to your camera provides easy capture of HDV or DV. Begin editing immediately directly off the HDD or enjoy smooth and speedy transfer of recorded data to your NLE system. Continue to use the camera's tape mechanism as an affordable/compact backup media.

Removable HDD provides hours of recording in the field
A removable hard drive is the recording media inside the F-1. Remove the full drive and editing or transfer can begin immediately by simply connecting it to your computer via bus-powered USB. Additional drives (F1-HD120) can be purchased for continued recording while other drives are in use elsewhere.
Removable HDD provides hours of recording in the field Removable HDD provides hours of recording in the field

Seamless Recording up to full HDD Capacity
The NTFS file format allows recording up to the maximum disk capacity without a file limitation of 2GB or 4GB. You can record up to 9 straight hours with the 120GB HDD.

Worry-Free Recording with Shock-Resistant Floating HDD
Worry-Free Recording with Shock-Resistant Floating HDDTo protect the disk from the inevitable rigors of field use, the F-1's removable hard drive employs full floating HDD mount architecture with shock absorbent rubber that effectively dampens vibrations and shocks. Enjoy worry-free recording in locations where loud & heavy PA sounds or shocks from rough road surfaces might otherwise present capture problems.

Additional Two Audio Inputs for Less Equipment and Better Sound
Two Independent Audio Channels of Hi-Quality Linear PCM
The F-1 is equipped with two independent analog audio inputs. This enables simultaneous recording of stereo audio from an audio mixer/console or two microphones. On-mic recording of a reporter or interviewer is possible without having to use an external mixer/recorder. Alternatively, you can use the two additional channels to capture ambient sounds at your shoot or put a mic on yourself and record real-time commentary on material as it is being shot.
The F-1 records its audio inputs in linear PCM broadcast WAV (BWF) at 16-bit/48kHz, so you can be assured of high quality sound capture.
Additional Two Audio Inputs for Less Equipment and Better Sound

Phantom Power Supply
The F-1's built-in phantom power supply for sensitive condenser mics provides further improvement of your audio tracks.

Three Types of Power Supply OptionsThree Types of Power Supply Options
The F-1 can be operated with 3 types of power: AC adaptor, external battery and AA batteries. The AA battery power pack supplies seamlessnt your external battery or AC supply should weaken or fail.

Thumbnail Display on External MonitorThumbnail Display on External Monitor
Recorded clips can be shown as thumbnails on an external
computer monitor using the 15-pin D-Sub output jack of
the F-1. This enables last minute previewing to prevent "missed-shots" without the need to connect to a computer. Additionally you can control, setup and view the status on the same display.
A mouse port for intuitive and quick control is provided via the front USB port.

Backup and Transfer via USB. Control Multi-Camera Shoots or Locations with Remotely Controlled F-1 Units for hours of worry-free recording

Quick Backup of Recorded Data to USB DevicesQuick Backup of Recorded Data to USB Devices
The F-1's USB port provides on-site connection to USB devices like flash memory or external hard drives for quick backups.
Copy time is shorter than real-time, offering speedy transfers of recorded data to your editing suite.

Recorded Data can be copied via LAN
The F-1's LAN port provides an Ethernet connection to your home or office network.
The data in the F-1's HDD can be copied over the network to multiple computers with simplicity and ease.

Remote Control via LAN enables Multi-Camera Shoots with Minimal StaffRemote Control via LAN enables Multi-Camera Shoots with Minimal Staff
A PC installed with the dedicated control software* can remotely control the record Start/Stop functions as well as the menu settings of an F-1 in a remote location. You can run an Ethernet cable (up to 100 meters and 200 meters when using a hub) and control multiple F-1 units from your computer. Operators can now control multi-camera shoots with minimal staff and in remote locations.

Specification
Video Recording Format: HDV (.m2t), DV (.dv)
Audio Recording Format: WAV (Supports BWF)
Sampling : 16-bit/48kHz
Audio Control:
Switch: Gain (MIC/-20dB/LINE), Phantom Power +48V (ON/OFF)
Volume: Ch3 Input, Ch4 Input, Headphones
Audio Input Impedance: 4 k ohms
Headphones Output Impedance: 16 ohms
Headphones Output Level: 45 mW
Recording Media: Hard Disk Drive (120 GB) * removable unit
Max Recording time: Approx 9 hours (F1-HD120 as recording media, without audio)
Input　/　Output Jacks Front Panel i.LINK : 6-pin type conforms to IEEE1394
USB A Type (For USB Storage device, USB Mouse) * Supports 2.0 Hi-Speed
USB mini B Type (For Computer) * Supports 2.0 Hi-Speed
Right Side Panel Display Output :15-pin mini D-sub Type (Analog RGB, 800x600 fixed resolution)
Audio Input: (Ch3/4): 3-pin XLR Type x 2 
DC Input: 4-pin XLR Type
Left Side Panel LAN : RJ45 Type (Ethernet 10/100Base-Tx)
Display :128 x 64 dots (Organic LED)
Power Supply: DC 9 V (AC Adaptor) * 9-16V 2.0A or HR15/51 x 8 or LR6 (AA) x 8 
Max Operation time Nickel Metal Hydride Battery x 8: Approx 2 hours
Alkaline Dry Battery x 8: Approx 30 minutes
External Battery (IDX Endura10 Li-Ion Battery) : Approx 10 hours
* These operation times are approximate. Actual time may vary somewhat.
Current Draw 1,500 mA
Dimensions: 111 (W) x 179 (D) x 61 (H) mm
4-3/8 (W) x 7-1/6 (D) x 2-3/8 (H) inches
Weight 870 g / 1 lb 15 oz
(including HDD, excluding AC Adaptor and batteries)
Accessories:
Owner's manual, AC Adaptor (PSB-1U), Conversion cable (AC Adaptor ? 
4pin XLR type), Power Cord, F1-HD120 removable HDD (120GB) x 1,
Battery Pack, USB Cable (Y type), Ferrite Core x 2 
Free Software F-1 Utility / F-1 Remote Control
System Requirements:
OS : Windows XP / Vista
CPU : Core2Duo 2GHz or higher
RAM : 2GB or larger
Display Resolutions : 1024 x 768 pixels or higher
Others : USB Ports
Optional Items F1-HD120 (120GB Removable HDD), F1-VMK1 (V-Mount kit), CB-F1
(Carrying Bag)