SQ26-H1B Hydrophone
The SQ26-H1B is a general purpose hydrophone ideal for whale watching and full audio-band signal detection. It can also be used as a contact microphone or low cost geophone. The SQ26-H1B hydrophone is the base for our SQ26-H1 system.
Upgrade to the fullSQ26-H1 portable hydrophone system.
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- 16GB memory,
- Bluetooth-ready Mini speaker with 3.5mm patch cable,
- USB cable for easily transferring recorded files to computer; also facilitates using the H1 as a computer interface,
- 12V-USB power supply,
- Waterproof case to protect your investment; the anti-static foam also protects your electronics from electrostatic discharge.
The SQ26-H1B is a great kayaking hydrophone and a wonderful recreational boating accessory.
- SQ26-H1B hydrophone
Looking for a hydrophone for whale watching, kayaking, or recreational boating? Cetacean Research Technology's general purpose hydrophone is ideal. We pair a Sensor Technology SQ26 with a small voice recorder for power; with the added benefit that the sounds can be replayed later while sitting around the salon or on the dock.
- Zoom H1n Voice Recorder
The Zoom H1n solid state compact flash recorder is included with the SQ26-H1B (it powers the microphone) and is also a component in the full SQ26-H1 system.
- Bluetooth Speaker
A bluetooth speaker system is an option for the SQ26-H1B. A small in size (but not in sound) waterproof bluetooth speaker can be attached to the deck of your boat (or kayak) such as the one shown above... more details
* the make and model of our Bluetooth accessories are subject to change without notice.
- Suction Cup Mount
Some bluetooth speaker systems also have accessories such as this optional suction cup mount for a waterproof bluetooth speaker. In this case, the mounting attaches to camera screw on bottom of speaker and can be used with other equipment with camera screws.
* the make and model of our Bluetooth accessories are subject to change without notice.
- Headphones
An additional option for the SQ26-H1B is a speaker system with Bluetooth headphones. The speaker system includes a transmitter which attaches to the SQ26-H1B plus drybag.
- Hydrophone Cage
option: add a Hydrophone Cage for protection, flow noise reduction (shown with Cetacean Research™ CR1 hydrophone). view more
- top view of hydrophone cage
option: add a Hydrophone Cage for protection, flow noise reduction (shown with Cetacean Research™ CR1 hydrophone). view more
An excellent option is to pair the SQ26-H1B hydrophone with a bluetooth speaker - chose from headphones or a waterproof speaker (mounted with a suction cup capable of sticking to the outside of your kayak or top of your boat deck).
Protect your investment with a hydrophone cage.
| Frequency Range [kHz] | 0.020 to 45 |
|---|---|
| Transducer Sensitivity* [dB, re 1V/µPa] | -194 |
| Preamplifier Gain [dB] | 25 |
| Effective Sensitivity* [dB, re 1V/µPa] | -169 |
| SPL Equiv. Self Noise at 1kHz [dB, re 1µPa/√Hz] | 44 |
| Power Requirement] | 2xAA batteries |
| RMS Overload Acoustic Pressure [dB, re 1µPa] | 154 |
| Maximum Operating Depth [m] | 100 |
| Operating Temperature Range [°C] | -25 to 60 |
| Hydrophone Dimensions [mm] | 70 L x 32 dia. |
| Shielded Cable Length [m] cable includes 1/4" stereo phone plug |
10 or 30 |
| Directionality | omnidirectional below 10kHz |
Applications:
- Kayaking
- Recreation
- Tourism
- Environmental science & research
- Educational outreach programs
Recorder - Power
Standard signal connection for the SQ26-H1B is through a 3.5mm stereo phone jack. The hydrophone is powered by a recorder that uses two AA batteries.
Looking for the SQ26-VR or SS03-10 hydrophone? The SQ26-H1B replaced it. The difference between those systems and the SQ26-H1B is that is that the hydrophone is powered by the Zoom H1 voice recorder.
