Built for Big Things
For podcasters, videographers, bloggers, journalists and more, the F2 is the perfect audio solution for creators on the move.
F2 Features
- Light and compact audio recorder
- 32-Bit Float recording for full dynamic range and clip free recording
- No gain adjustment necessary
- Records 44.1kHz/32-bit float or 48kHz/32-bit float audio files
- Rec Hold function to avoid accidental operation of buttons
- 1/8" Mic In mini phone jack with Plug-in power (2.5V)
- Stereo ⅛" Phone/Line Output jack with dedicated volume control
- 80 Hz low cut filter
- High precision internal clock to avoid audio and video syncing issues
- Wireless timecode synchronization (F2-BT model only)*
- Records directly to micro SD and SDHC cards up to 1 TB
- USB-C for connection to F2 Editor for settings
- Built-in Bluetooth for connection to the F2 Control app for settings adjustment and remote transport control (F2-BT model only)
- Runs on only 2 standard AAA alkaline, Lithium, or NiMH rechargeable batteries, or AC adapter (AD-17)
- Up to 15 hours of operation (14 hours on the F2-BT) with two AAA alkaline batteries
*F2-BT connection to UltraSync BLUE device by Timecode Systems is required.
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INPUT LED
This lights according to the input level through the INPUT jack.
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BATT LED
The color of the light changes according to the remaining battery charge.
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OUTPUT VOLUME −/+ CONTROL
Use these to adjust the headphone output volume.
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REC/PLAY LED
This lights during recording and playback.
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Power/HOLD switch
Use this to turn the power ON/OFF and to disable button operation.
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REC button
Use this to start/stop recording.
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Transport Controls
Use to play and stop recorded files.
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DC 5V (USB Type-C) connector
Connect to your computer with a USB-C cable to transfer files and adjust settings using the F2 Editor software. This port can also be used to provide power to the F2/F2-BT.
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OUTPUT jack
Connect headphones here.
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INPUT jack
Connect a lavalier mic here.
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Belt clip
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microSD card slot
Insert a microSDXC card up to 1 TB
Specs
F2/F2-BT
INPUT
| CONNECTOR: | 3.5 mm stereo mini (with screw lock) Supports plug-in power (2.5 V) |
| INPUT GAIN: | None (dual AD conversion system) |
| INPUT IMPEDANCE: | 2 kΩ or more |
| MAXIMUM INPUT LEVEL: | −5.5 dBu |
OUTPUT
| CONNECTOR: | 3.5 mm stereo mini (with screw lock) |
| MAXIMUM OUTPUT LEVEL: | 20 mW + 20 mW (into 32Ω load) |
RECORDING MEDIA
| CARDS COMPATIBLE WITH MICROSD/MICROSDHC/MICROSDXC SPECIFICATIONS (CLASS 4 OR HIGHER, 1 TB MAXIMUM) |
RECORDING FORMAT
| WAV: | 44.1kHz/32-bit float, 48kHz/32-bit float Mono, BWF format supported |
USB
| USB TYPE-C | |
| MASS STORAGE OPERATION | USB 2.0 High Speed |
| PC APP OPERATION | USB 2.0 High Speed |
POWER
| 2 AAA BATTERIES (ALKALINE, LITHIUM OR RECHARGEABLE NIMH BATTERIES) AC ADAPTER (ZOOM AD-17): DC 5 V/1 A |
MISCELLANEOUS
| BLUETOOTH: | Bluetooth Ver4.2 (F2-BT only) |
| CONTINUOUS RECORDING TIME WHEN USING LAVALIER MIC (48KHZ/32-BIT FLOAT): | Alkaline batteries: about 14 hours |
| NiMH batteries (750 mAh): about 10 hours Lithium batteries: about 18 hours | |
| • The above values are approximate. | |
| EXTERNAL DIMENSIONS: | 57.5 mm (W) × 46.4 mm (H) × 22.4 mm (D) |
| WEIGHT (MAIN UNIT ONLY): | 32 g |
LMF-2
LAVALIER MIC
| CONNECTOR: | 3.5 mm stereo mini (with screw lock) |
| DIRECTIONALITY: | Omnidirectional |
| SENSITIVITY: | –32 dB/Pa at 1 kHz |
| MAXIMUM SOUND PRESSURE INPUT: | 115 dB SPL |
| CABLE LENGTH: | 160 cm |