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Overview

What is RECAP?

RECAP is a small hardware adapter that lets you record phone calls on your computer.

What it does:

  • Captures both sides of your phone conversation
  • Works with any phone that has a headphone jack
  • Outputs to your computer as a stereo microphone
  • Pass-through audio so you can hear the call in real-time

What you get:

  • One channel: Your voice from the headset mic
  • Other channel: Their voice from the phone
  • ⚠️ Channel assignment (L/R) may vary depending on USB adapter used

What you need: Phone + Headset + Computer + Recording software (free)

What You Need

Required Items

1. Phone with headphone jack

  • iPhone (with 3.5mm jack or Lightning adapter)
  • Android phone with 3.5mm jack
  • Any phone using standard AHJ headset connector

2. Compatible headset

  • ⚠️ CRITICAL: Many old headsets don't work with modern phones
  • Test your headset FIRST (see Step 1 below)
  • Apple EarPods work well as a reference headset

3. Computer with STEREO microphone input

  • This is where most issues happen
  • Most modern laptops/Macs only have MONO input

  • Use our free scanner to check: https://recapmycalls.com/audio/

  • If MONO only → You need a USB adapter ($20-40)

4. Recording software (free)

  • Windows: Sound Recorder (built-in) or Audacity (recommended)
  • Mac: QuickTime Player (built-in) or Audacity (recommended)
  • Download Audacity: https://www.audacityteam.org

Items Included with RECAP

  • RECAP S2 device (white adapter)
  • Connection cord (3.5mm audio cable, 1 meter)
  • This user manual