FOSTEX AR-4I Audio interface unit for iphone 4

Description

The iPhone 4 is fabulous and takes great HD quality video. However if there’s one area that lets it down, it’s the sound. The small internal microphone only records in mono with no control and as for the quality.... Well let’s just say it not exactly high-fidelity. Enter the new Fostex AR-4i. Offering excellent quality stereo audio recording, (via Dock connector and in-built AD/DA converter), with LED input level metering, gain control and headphone monitoring, the AR-4i has been designed to  dramatically increase the quality of the sound of the videos you take with your iPhone 4.
Perfect for TV & Radio reporting, live video streaming to the web, video blogs / YouTube uploads plus ideal for family and domestic use.
New - Now Compatible with iPhone 4S
Fostex is pleased to announce that the AR-4i Audio Interface is now compatible with the Apple iPod Touch 4G in addition to the iPhone 4 by way of a dedicated adapter which now comes as standard with every new AR-4i. The adaptor, which is made of precision cut plastic with an elastic pad on the back is designed to securely hold the iPod Touch 4G in the AR-4i.
Input
Connector:                  3.5mm dia stereo mini
Input impedance:         more than 2k ohm
Gain:                            -12 / -59.5dB (variable)
Plug-in power:             2.5V (continuous)
Level Meter LED:        4-dot (doubles as system status indicator)
Phones
Connector:                 3.5mm dia stereo mini
Loaded impedance:    more than 16k ohm
Maximum output:       15mW (32 ohm loaded, THD less than 0.1%)
Audio
Frequency Response:    20Hz / 20kHz +-4dB (Mic-Phones / 15mW / 32ohm loaded)
Signal to Noise Ratio:    more than 73dB (Mic-Phones / Input gain maximum)
General
Physical dimensions:    735 (W) x 106(H) x 50(D)mm  incl. protrusion
Hand Grip.      235mm dia x 101mm excl. screw
Weight (approx):         200g (main) / 102g (hand grip)
Power:                        2 x AAA batteries (alkaline 3V / Nih 2.4V)
External Power:           USB mini B type (5V)
Power Consumption:   0.3W
Accessories:                2 x cardioid plug in mics, Hand grip,
Carrying bag,              2 x AAA batteries (manganese)
Note: AR-4i works with iOS 4.2 or higher
Exceptional audio quality - record/playback via Dock connector with built-in AD/DA converter
Equipped with 3 x stereo inputs (Line/Mic) for using 2 of the 3 simultaneously for vertical or horizontal use
2 x plug-in powered condenser cardioid type microphones with pop-shields supplied.  Third-party microphones can also be used.
4-dot LED level meter for input monitoring
Thumb wheel input gain control
Setup App supplied free from App Store for setting Pan (L/C/R), Low Cut Filter, Limiter, etc.
Headphone output for recording & playback monitoring
Long operation time with 2 x AAA alkaline batteries for 8 to 10 hours
Supplied with a sturdy hand grip
2 x threaded tripod mounts on the bottom and side for use with tripod, camera rigs, etc.
Cold shoe for use of third-party camera option
The AR-4i works with
iPhone 4S - 16GB 32GB 64GB
iPhone 4 - 16GB 32GB
iPod Touch 4th Generation* - 8GB 16GB 32GB 64GB (*with the supplied adapter)
iPhone App
The dedicated, easy to use iPhone App (available at the App Store) allows for easy control of input level, microphone setting, Equalisation, Filters etc.
The App can be download from the Apple App Store: http://itunes.apple.com/app/ar-4i/id449095429
iPhone not included.
“Made for iPhone” means that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPhone and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPhone may affect wireless performance. iPhone is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.