Tascam DA-45HR User Manual

D00410300A
» DA-45HR
Digital Audio Tape Deck
OWNER’S MANUAL
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The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert
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This appliance has a serial number located on the rear panel. Please record the model number and serial number and retain them for your records.
Model number Serial number
the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons..
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the pres­ence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Important Safety Precautions
IMPORTANT (for U.K. Customers)
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment.
If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer.
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off, remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply.
If this product is not provided with a mains plug, or one has to be fitted, then follow the instructions given below:
IMPORTANT: The wires in this mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
GREEN-AND-YELLOW : EARTH BLUE : NEUTRAL BROWN : LIVE
TO THE USER
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residental area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by TEAC CORPORATION for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
WARNING: This apparatus must be earthed.
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured GREEN-and-YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the letter E or by the safety earth symbol ç or coloured GREEN or GREEN-and-YELLOW.
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.
When replacing the fuse only a correctly rated approved type should be used and be sure to re-fit the fuse cover.
IF IN DOUBT — CONSULT A COMPETENT ELECTRICIAN.
For the consumers in Europe WARNING
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
Pour les utilisateurs en Europe AVERTISSEMENT
Il s’agit d’un produit de Classe A. Dans un environnement domestique, cet appareil peut provoquer des interférences radio, dans ce cas l’utilisateur peut être amené à prendre des mesures appropriées.
Für Kunden in Europa Warnung
Dies is eine Einrichtung, welche die Funk-Entstörung nach Klasse A besitzt. Diese Einrichtung kann im Wohnbereich Funkstörungen versursachen ; in diesem Fall kann vom Betrieber verlang werden, angemessene Maßnahmen durchzuführen und dafür aufzukommen.
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ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE
ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250. PART H)
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT
Example of Antenna Grounding as per
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70
GROUND CLAMP
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION:
Read all of these Instructions. Save these Instructions for later use. Follow all Warnings and Instructions marked on the audio equipment.
1) Read Instructions — All the safety and operating instructions should
be read before the product is operated.
2) Retain Instructions — The safety and operating instructions should
be retained for future reference.
3) Heed Warnings — All warnings on the product and in the operating
instructions should be adhered to.
4) Follow Instructions — All operating and use instructions should be
followed.
5) Cleaning — Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning.
Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for clean­ing.
6) Attachments — Do not use attachments not recommended by the
product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
7) Water and Moisture — Do not use this product near water — for
example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.
8) Accessories — Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufac­turer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.
A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart com­bination to overturn.
10) Ventilation — Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ven-
tilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.
11) Power Sources — This product should be operated only from the
type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.
12) Grounding or Polarization — This product may be equipped with a
polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.
13) Power-Cord Protection — Power-supply cords should be routed so
that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.
14) Outdoor Antenna Grounding — If an outside antenna or cable
system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built­up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, con­nection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding elec­trode.
"Note to CATV system installer:
9)
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Section 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.
15) Lightning — For added protection for this product during a lightning
storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.
16) Power Lines — An outside antenna system should not be located in
the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touch­ing such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.
17) Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or
integral convenience receptacles as this can result in risk of fire or electric shock.
18) Object and Liquid Entry — Never push objects of any kind into
this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
19) Servicing — Do not attempt to service this product yourself as open-
ing or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
20) Damage Requiring Service — Unplug this product from the wall
outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. if liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product. if the product has been exposed to rain or water.
if the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.
if the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
f ) when the product exhibits a distinct change in performance – this
indicates a need for service.
21) Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are required, be
sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
22) Safety Check — Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.
23) Wall or Ceiling Mounting — The product should be mounted to a
wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
24) Heat — The product should be situated away from heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents 1 - Introduction to the DA-45HR
1.1 Features.............................................6
1.2 Unpacking and inspection...............6
1.3 Installation of the tape deck ............6
1.4 About DAT cassettes........................6
1.4.1 Head cleaning.................................... 7
1.5 Making connections .........................7
1.5.1 Making analog connections............. 7
1.5.2 Making digital audio connections ... 7
1.5.3 Making word synchronization
connections............................................. 7
1.5.4 Making control connections ............ 8
1.5.5 Power connections........................... 8
1.6 Block Diagram...................................8
1.6 Front and Rear panels 2 - Parts of the tape deck
2.1 Power and display ............................10
[1] POWER switch...................................... 10
[2] Cassette tray and OPEN/CLOSE
button....................................................... 10
[3] Display window..................................... 10
2.2 Recording mode and source
switches, etc.........................................10
[4] CLOCK switch....................................... 10
[5] RECORD MODE switch........................ 11
[6] Fs switch ............................................... 11
[7] INPUT selector switch.......................... 11
[8] DIGITAL INPUT selector switch .......... 11
[9] ANALOG INPUT selector switch ......... 12
[10] INPUT level controls........................... 12
[11] PHONES control and jack.................. 12
2.3 Tape controls ....................................12
[12] SKIP keys ............................................ 12
[13] REW and F FWD keys ........................ 12
[14] STOP key............................................. 12
[15] PLAY key............................................. 13
[16] PAUSE key .......................................... 13
[17] RECORD key....................................... 13
[18] REC MUTE key.................................... 13
[19] SHUTTLE wheel.................................. 14
[20] DATA dial ............................................ 14
2.4 Command keys .................................14
[21] COUNTER MODE................................ 14
[22] CHAR ................................................... 15
[23] MARGIN RESET.................................. 15
[24] DISPLAY.............................................. 15
[25] SKIP PLAY........................................... 15
[26] AUTO ID............................................... 15
[27] ENTER ................................................. 15
[28] MENU................................................... 15
[29] LOC 1................................................... 16
[30] LOC 2................................................... 16
[31] SINGLE PLAY...................................... 16
[32] SHIFT ................................................... 16
2.5 Rear panel..........................................16
[33] DIGITAL (AES/EBU) INPUT/OUTPUT.16
[34] DIGITAL COAXIAL...............................16
[35] WORD IN and THRU (AUTO TERM)...16
[36] CONTROL I/O.......................................16
[37] REMOTE IN..........................................17
[38] ~ IN ......................................................17
[39] BALANCED ANALOG inputs..............17
[40] UNBALANCED ANALOG inputs ........17
[41] UNBALANCED ANALOG outputs......17
[42] BALANCED ANALOG outputs...........17
3 - Menu functions
3.1 Drum time (head time)......................18
3.2 Auto ID level ......................................18
3.3 Auto ID time.......................................18
3.4 Record mute time..............................18
3.5 Reference level..................................18
3.6 Digital output format.........................19
3.7 Digital out word length.....................19
3.8 Dither..................................................19
3.9 Copy prohibit.....................................19
3.10 End ID...............................................19
3.11 HR time display...............................20
3.12 Repeat mode....................................20
3.13 Pre-roll time.....................................20
3.14 End tally signal................................20
3.15 Auto rewind .....................................20
3.16 Fast forward mode..........................20
3.17 Parameter save................................21
3.18 Initializing settings..........................21
3.19 Viewing points at which block errors
have occurred.......................................21
4 - Advanced functions
4.1 REPEAT..............................................22
4.2 CHECK ...............................................22
4.3 INS/+ and DEL/- .................................22
4.4 ID markers (START, SKIP, END, CHAR
and renumbering).................................22
4.4.1 Selecting an ID mode........................23
4.4.2 Manually writing a START or
SKIP ID (i).................................................23
4.4.3 Writing a START or SKIP ID (ii)........23
4.4.4 Writing an END ID.............................. 24
4.4.5 Erasing a START or SKIP ID.............24
4.4.6 Erasing an END ID.............................24
4.4.7 Erasing titles......................................24
4.4.8 Renumbering START IDs.................. 24
4.5 The EDIT key......................................25
4.6 Location memories...........................25
4.6.1 Locating to location memories ........25
4.6.2 Setting location memories................25
4.6.3 Editing location memories................25
4.7 Program mode...................................26
4.8 Character editing (titling) .................26
4.8.1 Entering and editing titles ................26
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4.8.2 Writing the title to tape......................27
4.8.3 Checking a title ..................................27
4.8.4 Deleting a title ....................................27
4.8.5 Copying and pasting a title...............27
5 - RC-D45 remote control unit (option)
[43] OPEN/CLOSE.......................................28
[44] CAPS.....................................................28
[45] CHECK..................................................28
[46] POSITION .............................................28
[47] ID SELECT............................................28
[48] AUTO ID................................................28
[49] INS/+ and DEL/-....................................28
[50] EDIT ......................................................28
[51] ENTER ..................................................28
[52] MENU....................................................28
[53] Numeric keys.......................................28
[54] Cursor keys..........................................28
[55] COUNTER MODE.................................28
[56] MARGIN RESET...................................28
[57] CHAR....................................................28
[58] DISPLAY...............................................28
[59] SKIP PLAY............................................28
[60] SINGLE PLAY...................................... 28
[61] REPEAT ...............................................28
5.1 Remote control transport keys .......28
[62] SKIP keys.............................................28
[63] MEMO 1 and MEMO 2 keys ................28
[64] SAMPLING MONITOR key.................. 28
[65] REW and F FWD..................................28
[66] LOC 1 and LOC 2 keys .......................29
[67] REC MUTE ...........................................29
[68] STOP....................................................29
[69] PLAY ....................................................29
[70] PAUSE..................................................29
[71] RECORD keys .....................................29
6 - Specifications
6.1 Audio specifications ........................30
6.2 I/O specifications..............................30
6.3 Physical specifications.................... 30
6.4 Dimensional drawing .......................31
6.5 Error messages ................................31
6.5.1 Warning messages............................31
6.5.2 Serious error messages ...................31
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1 - Introduction to the DA-45HR
The DA-45HR Digital Audio Tape (DAT) deck is referred to throughout this manual as “the tape deck”.
Please make a note of the different sections of this manual to assist you in locating the function you need. The index should also be of use in helping you to find the correct section of the manual.
1.1 Features
The tape deck provides the following features:
• Superior quality digital-to-analog and analog-to­digital conversion for maximum sonic fidelity
• 24-bit recording and playback for today’s digital audio world
• Flexible word clock options for integration into any digital audio system
1.3 Installation of the tape deck
The tape deck may be installed in most studio-type environments, but to maintain optimum performance and to maximize the life of the tape deck, the envi­ronment should meet the following specifications:
• the ambient temperature should be between 5˚ C and 35˚ C (41˚ F to 95˚ F)
• the relative humidity should be between 30% and 60% (non-condensing)
• the tape deck should not be located near an y strong magnetic fields (TV sets or monitors, speakers, etc.)
The tape deck may be mounted in a standard 19 inch EIA rack using the supplied rack mounting screws. Make sure that the rack is strong enough to take the weight of the tape deck (over 8 kg— 17 lbs.).
• AES/EBU and SPDIF digital audio input and out­put formats for full flexibility
• Balanced (+4 dBu) and unbalanced (-10 dBV) ana­log inputs and outputs
• Comprehensive display options, showing elapsed time, time remaining on the tape, etc.
• Character entry and editing, allowing tape and pro­gram titles to be displayed as the tape is played
• Optional wired remote control unit (RC-D45) for control of all major functions
• Shuttle facilities, allowing precise positioning of the tape using audio cues
• Location to frame accuracy to location memories
• Comprehensive menu options, allowing many everyday function settings to be set up and memorized
1.2 Unpacking and inspection
WARNING
If the tape deck is mounted in a mobile instal­lation, and it is moved from a cold location to a warm one, leave the tape deck turned on with no tape inserted to allow the internal temperature to stabilize before the tape deck is used again (about one or two hours). This will prevent any possible damage to the heads, and other parts of the internal mecha­nism.
When you first receive the tape deck, be careful not to damage it while unpacking it. Save the carton and packing materials in case it must be transported later.
In addition to the tape deck itself, the carton should contain a rack mount screw kit and a detachable 2 m (6 ft) power cord.
If any items are missing or appear to have been dam­aged in transit, contact your TASCAM dealer at once.
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1.4 About DAT cassettes
If you have not used a DAT recorder before, here are a few items of information about DAT cassettes and their use with the tape deck which you may find useful:
The cassette shell of a DAT cassette is designed to prevent the tape from being touched by hand. Never try to open the tape protection lid and touch the tape.
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Fingerprints on the tape may cause wear and damage to the tape deck heads.
DAT cassettes can only be loaded and unloaded when the tape deck is switched on. Do not leave cas­settes in the deck when the deck is switched off.
Always store DAT cassettes in their plastic cases to prevent dust damage. Keep them away from mag­netic fields (TV sets and monitors, speakers, etc.)
Although 180-minute DAT cassettes are available, we do not recommend their use, as the tape in these cassettes is thin, and may cause winding problems, and physical damage to the tape.
DAT cassettes play in one direction only. Always load DAT cassettes with the tape window uppermost, and the arrow on top of the cassette pointing into the tape deck, as illustrated below:
tions using the play menu (3.19, "Viewing points at which block errors have occurred").
DISPLAY [24]
key or the error dis-
1.5 Making connections
NOTE
Before making any audio or word clock con­nections to the tape deck, make sure that all equipment is turned off.
1.5.1Making analog connections
Use balanced cables to make connections between the BALANCED INPUT (male) XLR connectors of the tape deck, and the out­puts and inputs of other audio equipment operating at the professional +4 dBu level. The wiring standards for the XLR connections are printed on the rear panel of the tape deck (1 = ground, 2 = hot, 3 = cold)
Use unbalanced cables to make connections between the unbalanced input and output RCA connectors of the tape deck and the outputs and inputs of audio equipment operating at other levels.
(female) and OUTPUT
NOTE
Start recording on a new blank tape from the beginning of the tape. There is no need for a lead-in section, and recording from the start of the tape will record the subcode from the start, allowing accurate positioning within the tape.
Also note that DAT cassettes are fitted with a sliding write-protect tab to prevent accidental recording. The cassette is write-protected when the tab is closed.
1.4.1Head cleaning
Never attempt to clean the head of a DAT deck in the same way that you clean the head of an analog tape deck. Always use a special DAT head cleaning cas­sette. Follow the instructions on the cleaning cassette for optimum performance.
The head may need to be cleaned if you hear errors (noise) on playback or while recording. You can make a visual check of the error rates and error loca-
1.5.2Making digital audio connections
Use cables wired in accordance with the AES/EBU standard to connect the DIGITAL (AES/EBU)
INPUT
tors of the tape deck to other digital audio equipment. Use unbalanced cables to connect the
(COAXIAL) INPUT
tors of the tape deck to other digital audio equipment.
(male) and
The use of analog cables is not recom­mended for digital audio use, and TASCAM cannot guarantee reliable performance if such cables are used for digital audio connections.
OUTPUT (female) XLR connec-
DIGITAL
and OUTPUT RCA connec-
NOTE
1.5.3Making word synchronization connections
Use standard BNC-terminated cables to connect the word in connector of the tape deck to the word clock output of other device.
NOTE
There is no dedicated word output. Since both the AES/EBU and SPDIF formats contain a clock signal, if the tape deck is to be used as
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the word clock master for a digital audio setup, any word clock slaves should receive the clock through the digital audio signal.
1.5.4Making control connections
WARNING
Do not attempt to use the tape deck with any remote control unit except one designed especially for use with this tape deck.
The optional RC-D45 remote control unit may be connected to the (approximately 16 ft) cable of the RC-D45.
REMOTE IN
jack, using the 5 m
1.6 Block Diagram
The
CONTROL I/O connector is for use with suit-
ably-equipped control units (see
[36]
).
CONTROL I/O
1.5.5Power connections
Make sure that your AC voltage supply matches the voltage requirements of the tape deck (as printed on the rear panel).
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2 - Parts of the tape deck
NOTES
As well as providing details of the settings made with switches, etc., this section also provides the information necessary for basic operations of the tape deck. Although the operation of the transport keys, etc. will be familiar, there are some additional features of this tape deck, and the operation of these fea­tures may differ slightly from the way in which they are implemented on other units. Please consult 2.3, "Tape controls" for full details of such features and their operation.
The operation of the optional RC-D45 remote control unit is explained in 5, "RC-D45 remote control unit (option)".
The more commonly-used functions of the function keys (below the display) which are labeled in white above the keys are also described in this section. The less commonly­used functions, labeled in blue above the keys, are described in 4, "Advanced func­tions".
Above the tape counter in the display are two bar­graph peak level meters which show either the level of the input signals, or the level of the signals recorded on tape, depending on the current status of the transport.
Other indicators in the display provide information on the current status of the tape deck and of the tape (e.g. clock status, sampling frequency, repeat status, and the various IDs encountered when a tape is being replayed).
NOTE
In this manual, we use the term “program” to describe part of a recording between two START IDs. This is equivalent to the term “track” on a CD or MD. Since the term “track” is already established with another meaning in analog tape recording technology, the term “program” is used here instead.
2.2 Recording mode and source switches, etc.
2.1 Power and display
[1] POWER switch
Push once to turn the power on, and again to turn the power off.
[2] Cassette tray and OPEN/CLOSE
button
Always load DAT cassettes in the way illustrated on page 7.
Press the open/close button to open the tray. If a cas­sette is already loaded, it will be unthreaded, and the words
Tray Open!
After the tray is fully open, these words will be shown (not flashing).
When the tray is open, and the open/close button is pressed, the words the display. If a tape is correctly inserted in the tray when it is closed, the display will show a counter value.
Tray Close
[3] Display window
The different modes available for display are described more fully below ( COUNTER MODE
[21]
and DISPLAY [24] ).
will flash on the display.
will flash on
The following controls affect the recording mode, and the selection of the signal source when making recordings.
[4] CLOCK switch
Use this switch to select between INT (the tape deck’s internal clock), D-IN through the digital audio inputs— either AES/EBU or
COAXIAL
through the BNC word synchronization connector, as described in 1.5.3, "Making word synchronization connections").
When making recordings using digital audio connec­tions from the source (the
SWITCH [7]
set to D-IN switch is set to INT attempted, the display will show no recording is possible.
There must be one, and only one, word clock source in a digital audio system. If there is more than one word clock, or if a digital audio device is not properly synchronized, damage may be caused to speakers, etc.
) or
WORD (the word clock received
is set to DIGITAL ), this switch must be
or WORD , as appropriate. If the CLOCK
when digital recording is being
WARNING
(the word clock received
INPUT SELECTOR
CLKINTX
, and
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