14.15 How can I program a recorder to tape a radio broadcast?
Description
This article is from the rec.audio.* FAQ, by with numerous contributions by Bob Neidorff others.
14.15 How can I program a recorder to tape a radio broadcast?
Radio Shack and Panasonic make a clock/radio/cassette that can
be set to record at a specific time. Radio Shack also sells 120
minute cassettes, which can be used for 60 minutes per side.
The recorders are not high quality, and the long tapes are
fragile, but it works.
You can buy "appliance timers" at hardware stores that will
start and stop an appliance at a specific time. Radio Shack
sells fancier versions of the same thing for more money. Gadget
freaks love "X-10" control systems. These can be configured to
do the same thing. All require a recorder that can be left in
RECORD mode. Such recorders are identified by a "TIMER" switch
on the front panel. Many cassette decks have a TIMER switch for
use with timers.
This can be set to start a recorder at a particular time. As
the recorder will be started from a remote control rather than
by the power line voltage, no timer switch is required. Radio
Shack has a very similar product available for $99.95, may be
less on sale.
Carver made a remote with timer which could be programmed to
start recording at a specific time, if you have a recorder
with remote control capability.
For the true nerd, there's the programmable remote sold as a
Scientific Calculator, the HP-48. Audio remote control
software for this fine adding machine exists. For more
information, consult the HP-48 FAQ. The HP-48 FAQ contains
pointers to a few remote control programs. The FAQ is archived
at site rtfm.mit.edu in /pub/usenet-by-group/comp.sys.hp48
You can also use a VCR for audio-only recording. Hook the audio
in to the output of a radio, tuner, or receiver. You may also
have to connect some video signal to the VCR so that the sync
circuits work correctly.
You can also use a computer's hard drive to record audio.
Cybercorder 2000 shareware ($19.95 to register) schedules
recordings on the computer sound card Line-In jack.
http://skyhawktech.com
Continue to:
My Books
