Topic: Tascam HD-P2 Anyone using one and what's the verdict?

[gusbud1]

What methods are being used to power the unit? (6v 9v 12v)  Pictures would be great.

[RobC]

and what type of CF cards are people using with success with this recorder,
I know that the Scan Disc ultra cards work,  how about some of the off brand el cheapo cards?

[JasonSobel]

What methods are being used to power the unit? (6v 9v 12v)  Pictures would be great.

for external power, you need a 12v battery.  I had my HD-P2 out for some DAT transfers, so I hooked up the battery and took a pic.  (normally, I just plug it into the wall when I'm transferring DATs)



this is a 12v 4200mAH NiMH battery.  it's 5.5" x 3.75" x 0.8"
so it slips into my bag nice and easily.  and it sure is a lot lighter than a 12v SLA battery.
I've never run this battery completely empty, but in theory, I think I should get ~9 hours of run time (running S/PDIF in and the backlight off).  in practice, I've never really run more than 5.5 - 6 hours or so.  and of course, if you were running analog into the unit, using the internal pre-amps (especially with phantom on) and the internal A/D, you'd be sure to get a good deal less run time.

[spyder9]

and what type of CF cards are people using with success with this recorder,
I know that the Scan Disc ultra cards work,  how about some of the off brand el cheapo cards?

I'm running a Kingston 2GB (50x) right now.  I have a Kingston 4GB (45x) on the way, which I expect to have no problems.  Kingston just debuted their 8GB earlier this month.  Best place to pick up the Kingstons brand new is on eBay.  The photogs bid up the Sandisks and eBay has been heavily invaded with fake Sandisk cards.  I've seen the Kingston cards go for brand new on eBay: 2GB -$60.00 and the 4GB  -$99.00.  Hope that helps.