The question was raised on
another thread a few days ago regarding the time it takes to transfer files with the CI-1/HC-SIM vs the HC-2.
I ran a few tests using the EMD 645 Turbo ULT File from Local Storage and I captured the process on video so I could accurately compare the times to load the files. If the video was in focus, I would post the video. It's not, so I won't.
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Here is what I found:
42:58 - RPA to HC-2B via USB 5:30 to 48:28
15:01 - HC-2B to LM-3S 0:36 to 15:35
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57:59 combined total time
10:32 - RPA to HC-SIM 3:12 to 13:44
36:10 - HC-SIM to LM-3S 0:41 to 36:51
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46:42 combined total time
These times only include the actual time to transfer the file.
Conclusion: The CI-1 is much slower at transferring files to the LM, but the HC-SIM is much faster at loading files from the RPA.
The key benefits of using the CI-1 remain:
- Saving battery power on the HC.
- Keeping the HC free for other tasks while loading files.
When loading program updates or smaller files, this speed discrepancy is much less noticeable.
I like to use both devices, in a tag team fashion, when there are new updates to apply or an updated sound file.
I prefer using the HC-SIM to load and program LM's and the HC-2 to test what I have done.
Cheers!