Tascam DP-006 User Manual

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D01175220A

DP-006

Digital Multitrack Recorder

OWNER’S MANUAL

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

For U.S.A

TO THE USER This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a

Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. 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. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures.

a) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. b) Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. c) Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that

to which the receiver is connected.

d) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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.

For Canada

THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES-003. CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DE LA CLASSE B EST CONFORME À LA NORME NMB-003 DU CANADA.

Model Number : DP-006 Trade Name : TASCAM Responsible party : TEAC AMERICA, INC. Address : 7733 Telegraph Road, Montebello, California, U.S.A. Telephone number : 1-323-726-0303 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to

the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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

Declaration of Conformity

TASCAM DP-006

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all instructions. 5 Do not use this apparatus near water. 6 Clean only with dry cloth. 7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the

manufacturer's instructions.

8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,

stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type

plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at

plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the

apparatus. 11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. 12 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the

manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use

caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury

from tip-over.

13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long

periods of time. 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required

when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply

cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

The apparatus draws nominal non-operating power from the AC outlet

• with its POWER or STANDBY/ON switch not in the ON position.

The mains plug is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device

• shall remain readily operable.

Caution should be taken when using earphones or headphones with the

• product because excessive sound pressure (volume) from earphones or

headphones can cause hearing loss. If you are experiencing problems with this product, contact TEAC for a

• service referral. Do not use the product until it has been repaired.

CAUTION

Do not expose this apparatus to drips or splashes.

• Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the

• apparatus.

Do not install this apparatus in a confined space such as a book case or

• similar unit.

The apparatus should be located close enough to the AC outlet so that

• you can easily grasp the power cord plug at any time.

If the product uses batteries (including a battery pack or installed

• batteries), they should not be exposed to sunshine, fire or excessive heat.

WARNING

Products with Class construction are equipped with a power supply cord that has a grounding plug. The cord of such a product must be plugged into an AC outlet that has a protective grounding connection.

TASCAM DP-006

Safety Information

Pb, Hg, Cd

For European Customers

Disposal of electrical and electronic equipment

(a) All electrical and electronic equipment should be disposed of separately

from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or the local authorities.

(b) By disposing of the electrical and electronic equipment correctly, you will

help save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment.

environment and human health as a result of the presence of hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment.

(d) The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates that electrical and

electronic equipment must be collected and disposed of separately from household waste.

(e) The return and collection systems are available to the end users. For

more detailed information about disposal of old electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your city office, waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the equipment.

Disposal of batteries and/or accumulators

(a) Waste batteries and/or accumulators should be disposed of separately

from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or the local authorities.

(b) By disposing of waste batteries and/or accumulators correctly, you will

help save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment.

serious effects on the environment and human health as a result of the presence of hazardous substances in batteries and/or accumulators.

(d) The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates that batteries and/

or accumulators must be collected and disposed of separately from household waste.

If the battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values

of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) will be indicated beneath the crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol.

(e) The return and collection systems are available to the end users. For more

detailed information about disposal of waste batteries and/or accumulators, please contact your city office, waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased them.

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Safety Information

CAUTIONS ABOUT BATTERIES

This product uses batteries. Misuse of batteries could cause a leak, rupture or other trouble. Always abide by the following precautions when using batteries.

Never recharge non-rechargeable batteries. The batteries could rupture or

• leak, causing fire or injury.

When installing batteries, pay attention to the polarity indications (plus/

• minus (¥/^) orientation), and install them correctly in the battery

compartment as indicated. Putting them in backward could make the batteries rupture or leak, causing fire, injury or stains around them.

When you store or dispose batteries, isolate their terminals with insulation

• tape or something like that to prevent them from contacting other

batteries or metallic objects. When throwing used batteries away, follow the disposal instructions

• indicated on the batteries and the local disposal laws.

Do not use batteries other than those specified. Do not mix and use new

• and old batteries or different types of batteries together. The batteries

could rupture or leak, causing fire, injury or stains around them.

For China

产品有毒有害物质或元素的名称及含量

机种：DP-006 有毒有害物质或元素

品名

1 CHASSIS 部份 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 2 PCB Assy 部份 × ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 3 线材部份 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 4 附属品部份 × ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 5 SEAL 部份 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○

6 包装部份 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○

○ ：表示该有毒有害物质在该部件所有均质材料中的含有量均在 SJ/T11363-2006 标准规定的限量要求以下。 × ：表示该有毒有害物质至少在该部件的某一均质材料中的含量超出 SJ/T11363-2006 标准规定的限量要求。（针对现在代替技术困难的电子部品及合金中的铅 )

铅

(Pb)

汞

(Hg)

Do not carry or store batteries together with small metal objects. The

• batteries could short, causing leak, rupture or other trouble.

Do not heat or disassemble batteries. Do not put them in fire or water.

• Batteries could rupture or leak, causing fire, injury or stains around them.

If the battery fluid leaks, wipe away any fluid on the battery case before

• inserting new batteries. If the battery fluid gets in an eye, it could cause loss

of eyesight. If fluid does enter an eye, wash it out thoroughly with clean water without rubbing the eye and then consult a doctor immediately. If the fluid gets on a person’s body or clothing, it could cause skin injuries or burns. If this should happen, wash it off with clean water and then consult a doctor immediately.

The unit power should be off when you install and replace batteries.

• Remove the batteries if you do not plan to use the unit for a long time.

• Batteries could rupture or leak, causing fire, injury or stains around them.

If the battery fluid leaks, wipe away any fluid on the battery compartment before inserting new batteries.

Do not disassemble a battery. The acid inside the battery could harm skin

• or clothing.

镉

(Cd)

六价铬 (Cr6+)

多溴联苯

(PBB)

TASCAM DP-006

多溴二苯醚

(PBDE)

Contents

1 – Introduction ................................................................. 9

Features ............................................................................................................................9

Included items ...............................................................................................................9

Conventions used in this manual ........................................................................ 10

Trademarks ................................................................................................................... 10

About SD cards ............................................................................................................11

Precautions for use ...........................................................................................11

Precautions for installation .....................................................................................11

Beware of condensation ..........................................................................................11

Cleaning the unit ........................................................................................................11

2–Quick Start Guides ...................................................... 12

Playback and mixing ................................................................................................ 12

Preparing ............................................................................................................. 12

Playing and mixing the demo song .......................................................... 13

Recording and mastering .......................................................................................15

Creating a new song ....................................................................................... 15

Setting the internal mics as input sources ............................................. 16

Setting the internal mics as the recording sources for TRACK 3 ... 17

Adjusting the input level and monitoring ............................................. 18

Using internal mics to record rhythm guitar to TR ACK 3 ................. 19

Listening to the recording ............................................................................ 20

Connecting an electric guitar ..................................................................... 20

Setting the guitar as an input source ....................................................... 21

Recording lead guitar to TRACK 2 ............................................................. 21

Recording vocals on TRACK 1 ..................................................................... 23

Creating a stereo master track .................................................................... 25

Checking the stereo master track ............................................................. 27

Transferring the stereo master track to a computer .................................... 28

Shutting down ............................................................................................................ 28

3 – Names and functions of parts .................................. 29

Top Pa nel ....................................................................................................................... 29

Front panel ................................................................................................................... 31

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Rear panel ..................................................................................................................... 32

Left side panel ............................................................................................................. 32

Right side panel .......................................................................................................... 33

Bottom panel ...............................................................................................................33

Home Screen .............................................................................................................. 34

Menu structure ........................................................................................................... 36

Screen operations ..................................................................................................... 37

4 – Preparations ..............................................................39

Preparing the power and SD card ....................................................................... 39

Inserting an SD card ........................................................................................ 39

Removing an SD card ..................................................................................... 39

SD card write -protection switches ........................................................... 39

Preparing the power .......................................................................................40

Start-up & shutdown ................................................................................................ 41

Starting up the unit ......................................................................................... 41

Shutting down .................................................................................................. 41

Preparing SD cards for use ..................................................................................... 42

Recorder modes ......................................................................................................... 42

Connecting with other equipment .................................................................... 43

Rear panel connections ................................................................................. 43

Left side panel connections ........................................................................ 43

Right side panel connections ...................................................................... 44

Adjusting the contrast ............................................................................................. 44

5 – Song Management .................................................... 45

Partitions and songs .................................................................................................45

Selecting the active partition ............................................................................... 45

Editing names..............................................................................................................46

Loading a saved song ..............................................................................................46

Creating a new song ................................................................................................. 47

Saving a song ..............................................................................................................47

Viewing song information .....................................................................................48

Copying songs ............................................................................................................48

Contents

Erasing songs ............................................................................................................... 49

Protecting songs ........................................................................................................ 50

6 – Basic Recording .........................................................51

Selecting the input source ..................................................................................... 51

Monitoring the input signal .................................................................................. 52

Setting the monitoring mode .....................................................................52

OL indicators and level meters ............................................................................. 53

Assigning inputs ........................................................................................................ 54

Setting the track t ype (Tracks 3 and 4 only) .......................................... 54

Assigning inputs to stereo tracks (Tracks 3 and 4 only) ................... 55

Assigning inputs to mono tracks ............................................................... 56

Making the first recording ..................................................................................... 56

Multitrack recording ................................................................................................. 57

Setting the recording tracks ........................................................................ 57

Setting TRACK PAN/BAL and LE VEL values ............................................ 57

Input selection and assignment ................................................................ 57

Setting input levels ......................................................................................... 58

Recording additional tracks......................................................................... 58

Undoing operations (undo) ................................................................................... 58

Undoing the last operation (single undo) ..............................................58

Undoing a previous operation (multi-undo) ........................................ 59

Erasing the operation history ..................................................................... 60

7 – Recorder Functions ................................................... 61

Punching in and out ................................................................................................. 61

Bouncing tracks .......................................................................................................... 61

Using the bounce function ..........................................................................62

Confirming the result ..................................................................................... 63

Locate and search func tions .................................................................................64

Direct locate function ....................................................................................64

Returning to the song beginning (RTZ function) or

the point where recording was last started (LRP func tion) ............64

Search backward/forward ............................................................................ 64

Repeat playback .........................................................................................................65

Setting IN and OUT points............................................................................ 65

Using repeat playback ................................................................................... 66

Setting the time between repetitions (repeat interval) ................... 66

8 – Editing Tracks ............................................................ 67

Overview of track editing ....................................................................................... 67

Editing points ................................................................................................... 67

Basic editing procedures .............................................................................. 67

Track editing function setting items ....................................................... 68

CLONE TRACK (track duplication) ........................................................................ 69

CLEAN OUT (track erase) ......................................................................................... 70

SILENCE (par t erase) ..................................................................................................70

CUT (remove par t) .....................................................................................................71

OPEN (insert silence)................................................................................................. 71

9 – Mixdown and mastering ...........................................72

Mixdown........................................................................................................................ 72

Level and balance ............................................................................................72

Stereo position (panning) ............................................................................. 72

Creating stereo master tracks ............................................................................... 72

Setting the star ting and ending points .................................................. 72

Creating a stereo master track .................................................................... 72

Checking stereo master track s .............................................................................74

10 – Miscellaneous Functions ........................................ 75

Metronome .................................................................................................................. 75

Tun er ............................................................................................................................... 76

Automatic power saving function ...................................................................... 77

Restoring preferences to default values .......................................................... 77

Viewing information................................................................................................. 78

11 – SD Card Management ............................................. 79

Overview of partitions ............................................................................................. 79

Formatting SD cards ................................................................................................. 79

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Contents

Reformatting MTR partitions ................................................................................ 81

Reformatting FAT partitions .................................................................................. 82

Initializing SD cards ...................................................................................................82

12 – Exchanging Data with a Computer ........................ 83

Supported operating systems ..............................................................................83

Connecting with a computer ................................................................................ 84

Disconnecting ...................................................................................................85

Song backup and restoration ............................................................................... 86

Backing-up songs ............................................................................................86

Restoring songs ................................................................................................87

Track import and export ......................................................................................... 88

Importing to track s .........................................................................................88

Exporting tracks ............................................................................................... 90

Expor ting stereo master tracks ............................................................................ 92

13 – Troubleshooting ...................................................... 93

14 – Message Lists ........................................................... 94

15 – Specifications .......................................................... 98

Media and f ile systems ............................................................................................ 98

Inputs and outputs ...................................................................................................98

Analog audio input and output .................................................................98

Data input and output ................................................................................... 98

Audio performance ...................................................................................................98

Operating requirements ......................................................................................... 99

General ........................................................................................................................... 99

Backup memory .......................................................................................................100

Dimensions ................................................................................................................10 0

Block diagram ...........................................................................................................101

16 – Commonly-used Functions .................................. 102

TASCAM DP-006

1 – Introduction

Thank you for your purchase of the TASCAM DP-006 Digital Multitrack Recorder.

Before connecting and using the unit, please take time to read this manual thoroughly to ensure you understand how to properly set up and connect the unit, as well as the operation of its many useful and convenient functions. After you have finished reading this manual, please keep it in a safe place for future reference.

You can also download the Owner’s Manual from the TASCAM web site (http:// tascam.com).

Features

Using this unit with an SD card, you can record two tracks simultaneously and work with up to six tracks in a multitrack project. Moreover, using its mixer functions, you can mix down a multitrack to create a stereo master track.

This stereo master track can then be transferred to a computer connected by USB. In addition to copying individual and stereo master tracks from this unit to a computer, song files can also be backed up to a computer.

•

Portable six-track multitrack recorder capable of two tracks of simultaneous recording and six tracks of simultaneous playback

•

TRACK 3 and TRACK 4 can be set individually for use as either stereo or

mono tracks

•

CD-quality recording (16-bit, 44.1kHz)

•

Built-in omnidirectional stereo condenser mic suppresses pickup of background noise (3 input gain level settings—Low, Mid, High)

•

2 mic/line inputs (INPUT A/B) with standard 6.3mm TS jacks

•

Guitars and basses can be connected directly to the INPUT A jack (switchable mic/line input)

•

Independent LEVEL and PAN knobs allow direct control

•

Wheel allows rapid location to specific points (direct location function)

•

Set and use IN and OUT points as you like for repeat playback and editing

•

Separate stereo master track in addition to six independent tracks

•

Bounce function allows recording of more than six tracks

•

Punch in/out function allows parts to be re-recorded as necessary

•

Track editing functions include duplicating and deleting recorded tracks, partial clearing and deletion and silence insertion

•

Recording and editing operations can be undone and redone

•

Chromatic tuner with meters provides visual feedback during tuning

•

Metronome

•

Transfer files to computers connected by USB 2.0

•

Backup and restore songs

•

Import and export stereo WAV files to stereo tracks

•

Export stereo masters as stereo WAV files

•

Operates on four AA batteries or a TASCAM PS-P520 AC adaptor (sold separately)

•

2GB SD card included

•

Unit has built-in threads for tripod mounting

Included items

This product includes the following items. Take care when opening the package not to damage the items. Keep the

packing materials for transportation in the future. Please contact TASCAM if any of these items are missing or have been

damaged during transportation.

• Main unit .........................................................................................................................1

• SD Card (inside unit) ...................................................................................................1

• AA alkaline batteries ...................................................................................................4

• USB cable (80cm) .........................................................................................................1

• Warranty card ................................................................................................................1

• Owner’s Manual (this manual) ................................................................................1

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1 – Introduction

Conventions used in this manual

In this manual, we use the following conventions:

•

When we refer to buttons, connectors and other parts of this unit and other equipment, we use a bold font like this: MENU button.

•

The 7 button is indicated as the Play (7) button, the 8 button as the Stop (8) button and the 0 button as the Record (0) button.

•

Selectable items and messages shown on the display are indicated like this:

•

The four buttons beneath the LCD display are called function buttons and are referred to as F1, F2, F3 and F4 from left to right. Their functions are shown above them at the bottom of the display and after the button name in brackets in this manual.

Examples: F2 [EXEC] button, F4 [t] button

•

SD memory cards are called “SD cards”.

•

Words that appear on the computer display are shown in quotation marks like this: “DP-006”

•

The currently selected MTR partition is called the “active partition”.

•

Additional information is provided as necessary as tips, notes and cautions.

TIP

These are tips about how to use the unit.

NOTE

These provide additional explanations and describe special cases.

CAUTION

Failure to follow these instructions could result in injury, damage to equipment or lost recording data, for example.

Trademarks

•

TASCAM is a registered trademark of TEAC Corporation.

•

Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, and Windows 7 are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

•

Apple, Macintosh, iMac, Mac OS and Mac OS X are trademarks of Apple Inc.

•

Other company names, product names and logos in this document are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

Any data, including, but not limited to information, described herein are intended only as illustrations of such data and/or information and not as the specifications for such data and/or information. TEAC Corporation disclaims any warranty that any use of such data and/or information shall be free from infringement of any third party’s intellectual property rights or other proprietary rights, and further, assumes no liability of whatsoever nature in the event of any such infringement, or arising from or connected with or related to the use of such data and/or information.

This product is designed to help you record and reproduce sound works to which you own the copyright, or where you have obtained permission from the copyright holder or the rightful licensor. Unless you own the copyright, or have obtained the appropriate permission from the copyright holder or the rightful licensor, your unauthorized recording, reproduction or distribution thereof may result in severe criminal penalties under copyright laws and international copyright treaties. If you are uncertain about your rights, contact your legal advisor. Under no circumstances will TEAC Corporation be responsible for the consequences of any illegal copying performed using the recorder.

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1 – Introduction

About SD cards

This unit uses SD cards for recording and playback. SD cards that meet SD/SDHC standards and are at least 512 MB can be used

with this unit. A list of SD cards that have been confirmed for use with this unit can be found

on the TASCAM website (http://tascam.com/). Please check this site or contact TASCAM customer support.

Precautions for use

SD cards are delicate media. In order to avoid damaging a card or the card slot, please take the following precautions when handling them.

•

Do not leave them in extremely hot or cold places.

•

Do not leave them in extremely humid places.

•

Do not let them get wet.

•

Do not put things on top of them or twist them.

•

Do not hit them.

Precautions for installation

•

The unit’s nominal operating temperature is from 5º to 35º C (41º–95º F).

•

Do not install in the following types of places. Doing so could degrade the sound quality or cause malfunctions.

• Places with significant vibrations

• Near windows or other places exposed to direct sunlight

• Near heaters or other extremely hot places

• Extremely cold places

• Places with high humidity or bad ventilation

• Dusty places

• Places directly exposed to rain or other water

•

Do not place this unit on top of a power amplifier or other device that generates heat.

Beware of condensation

If the unit is moved from a cold to a warm place, or used immediately after a cold room has been heated or otherwise exposed to a sudden temperature change, condensation could occur. Should this happen, leave the unit for one or two hours before turning the unit on.

Cleaning the unit

To clean the unit, wipe it gently with a soft dry cloth. Do not wipe with chemical cleaning cloths, paint thinner, ethyl alcohol or other chemical agents to clean the unit as they could damage the surface.

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2–Quick Start Guides

indicator

Playback and mixing

First, we will play the demo song on the included SD card. When the unit is purchased new, the SD card with the demo song is shipped already installed, but we will start by explaining how to insert an SD card.

Preparing

1. Open the battery compartment cover on the bottom of the unit and insert the included SD card into the slot at the back.

CAUTION

Do not insert the card backwards or apply unnecessary force. This could damage the slot or card.

2. Insert four AA batteries into the compartment, paying attention to their ¥/^ orientations as shown below. This unit can use alkaline or NiMH batteries.

3. Close the battery compartment cover after installing the SD card and batteries.

4. Connect headphones to the /LINE OUT jack on the left side of the unit.

Headphone

5. Press and hold the button on the top panel until “TASCAM” appears on the display (or the button indicator lights green).

After the unit starts up, the Home Screen appears as shown below

Startup Screen Home Screen

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2 – Quick Start Guides

CAUTION

•

Do not remove or insert an SD card when the unit’s power is ON. Make sure the unit power is OFF (in standby) before you remove or insert an SD card.

•

If you remove or insert an SD card when the unit’s power is ON, all data and settings that have been changed since the last shutdown or song saving operation will be lost. These data and settings cannot be recovered.

•

When the unit power is ON, do not remove the batteries, disconnect the power cable or otherwise cut the power to the unit.

•

The included alkaline batteries are for confirming operation of the unit and might only be usable for a short amount of time.

•

The volume dial on the left side panel does not have any indications. Before turning the power ON or OFF (putting it into standby), minimize the volume on any connected external monitoring system (powered monitor speakers or an amplifier and speakers).

•

Do not wear headphones when turning the power ON or OFF (putting it into standby) because noise at such times could harm your hearing.

TIPS

•

This unit can also be powered by a TASCAM PS-P520 power adaptor (sold separately). (See “Using an AC adaptor (sold separately)” on page 40.)

•

By connecting an external monitoring system (powered monitor speakers or an amplifier and speakers) to the /LINE OUT jack on the left side of the unit, you can monitor recordings using speakers.

Playing and mixing the demo song

Before the unit is shipped, a demo song is stored on its SD card. We are now going to use basic playback and mixing features with this demo song.

1. Press the HOME button to open the Home Screen.

2. When the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button to open the

screen.

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2 – Quick Start Guides

3. Use the DATA wheel to select (highlight) the F4 [t] button to open the

4. Use the DATA wheel to select (highlight) the F4 [t] button to open the

songs.

5. Use the DATA wheel to select (highlight) [EXEC] button.

The demo song loads and the

6. Press the HOME button to reopen the Home Screen.

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SONG

menu.

SONG LOAD

SONG

LOAD

screen, which shows a list of

DEMO_006

menu reopens.

item, and press the

and press the F2

7. Press the play (7) button and turn up the TRACK 1–4 LEVEL knobs, the MASTER LEVEL knob and the VOLUME dial on the left side of the unit so you can hear the demo song.

The MASTER LEVEL knob adjusts the volume of tracks 1 to 4 at the same

time. The standard position of the MASTER LEVEL knob is around 2 or 3 o’clock.

Use the TRACK 1–4 LEVEL knobs to adjust the balance between the

tracks.

Use the VOLUME dial on the left side of the unit to adjust the final

monitoring level.

8. Use the TRACK 1–2 PAN knobs and TRACK 3–4 PAN (BAL) knobs to adjust the stereo positions of each track.

TIPS

•

Press the m [RTZ] button while pressing and holding the Stop (8) button to return to the beginning (00h00m00s00f) of the song. (Return To Zero function)

•

If you push the wrong button when using a menu, press the HOME button to return to the Home Screen.

2 – Quick Start Guides

Recording and mastering

Here, we will try multitrack recording. In the following example, we will first explain how to use the built-in mics to

record an acoustic guitar rhythm part on track 3 (by using the built-in stereo microphone pair to record the acoustic guitar to a stereo track, we can capture reverberations, including from the sound of the guitar body, that add a sense of depth).

Next, we will use an electric guitar to record a lead guitar part on track 2. Then, we will use the built-in mics to record singing on track 1. Finally, we will show how to mix these tracks down to stereo.

We assume that you have followed the instructions in the previous section “Playback and mixing” and already connected headphones to this unit, turned it on and loaded an SD card.

TIP

This example uses the built-in mic for recording vocals, but you could also connect an external mic to the INPUT A or INPUT B connector on the rear panel and record it.

Creating a new song

1. When the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button to open the

screen.

2. Use the DATA wheel to select (highlight) the F4 [t] button to open the

3. Use the DATA wheel to select (highlight) the the F4 [t] button to open the

When a song is created, it is given the name (title) “SONG***” (where ***

is a number).

4. Change the song name as necessary. (See “Editing names” on page 46.)

SONG

screen.

SONG CREATE

SONG

item, and press the

CREATE

item, and press

screen.

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5. Press the F2 [EXEC] button to save the currently loaded song and create the new song.

6. Press the HOME button to reopen the Home Screen.

Setting the internal mics as input sources

1. Press the INPUT SETTING button to open the screen. On this screen, you can set the input source for both A) and

IN B

At first, the current input source for

(highlighted).

(INPUT B).

IN A

INPUT SETTING

IN A

(INPUT A) is selected

(INPUT

2. In order to use the built-in MIC A to record the guitar to stereo TRACK 3, use the DATA wheel to set the input source for

MIC A-L ow, INT MIC A -Mid

the input source” on page 51.)

3. Press the F4 [b] button to select (highlight) the current input source for

IN B

(INPUT B).

IN A

INT MIC A -High

(INPUT A) to

INT

. (See “Selecting

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4. In order to use the built-in MIC B to record the guitar to stereo TRACK 3, use the DATA wheel to set the input source for

MIC B-L ow, INT MIC B -Mid

the input source” on page 51.)

5. After completing the setting, press the HOME button to return to the Home Screen.

NOTE

•

INT.MIC X-L ow, INT.MIC X-Mid

or B) settings change the sensitivity of the built-in mics. Set according to the loudness of the subject being recorded. If you are not sure which setting to use, choose input level is still too low after adjusting it, return to screen and change the setting to still not high enough, change the setting to

•

Set the

MODE

signals. (See “Setting the monitoring mode” on page 52.)

item on the

INT.MIC X-Mid

INPUT SETTING

IN B

INT MIC B -High

and

INT.MIC X-High

(INPUT B) to

INT.MIC X-High (X

INT.MIC X-L ow

INPUT SETTING

. If the input level is

to monitor the input

INT

. (See “Selecting

is A

. If the

Setting the internal mics as the recording sources for TRACK 3

When the recorder is stopped, press the ASSIGN button to open the

ASSIGN

screen. By default the recording sources are assigned to the tracks as

shown below.

Recording track Recording source Default value

TRACK 1 INPUT A TRACK 2 INPUT B TRACK 3 INPUT A/B TRACK 4 INPUT A/B

Since you set internal MIC A as the input source for INPUT A and internal MIC B as the input source for INPUT B on the previous “Setting the internal mics as input sources” section, signals from MIC A and MIC B will be recorded to TRACK 3.

So, in this example, you do not need to change the input source assignment settings to use the internal mics to record the rhythm guitar to TRACK 3.

INPUT SETTING

IN A

IN B

IN A- B

INPUT

screen in the

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TRACK 3 REC indicator

OL indicator

Adjusting the input level and monitoring

1. Press the HOME button to reopen the Home Screen.

When you play the guitar, the (INPUT A), (INPUT B) and (TRACK

3), (left channel) and (right channel) level meters on the display move.

2. Press the TRACK 3 REC button to put the track into recording standby.

The REC indicator blinks when in standby.

3. Use the INPUT A and B LEVEL knobs to adjust the input levels of the internal mics.

Set the LEVEL knobs so that the loudest sounds do not cause the INPUT

A and B OL indicators to light.

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Turn up the MASTER LEVEL knob and the VOLUME dial on the left side

of the unit to hear the guitar sound through the headphones.

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TRACK 3 REC indicator

NOTE

•

If an OL indicator continues to light even when the LEVEL knob is turned down, the mic signal itself is too loud. In this case, if the input source setting is

INT.MIC X-High

MIC X-Lo w(X

set to lower the volume at the sound source.

•

When an internal mic is an input source if the REC indicator is unlit for the track with that mic as its recording source, you will not be able to hear that input signal.

is A or B). If the OL indicator continues to light even when

INT.MIC X-L ow

, change it to

, move the sound source away from the mic or

INT.MIC X-Mid

I N T.

CAUTION

Always monitor through headphones when using a mic. If you monitor through speakers, feedback could occur.

Using internal mics to record rhythm guitar to TRACK 3

1. Press the Play (7) button while pressing and holding the Record (0) button to start recording and play the rhythm guitar part.

The Record (0) indicator lights, and the TRACK 3 REC indicator stops

blinking and stays lit.

2. When you are done playing, press the Stop (8) button to stop recording.

3. Press the TRACK 3 REC button to end recording standby. The REC indicator becomes unlit.

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Listening to the recording

1. To go to the beginning of the song (00h00m00s00f) using the Return To Zero (RTZ) function, press the m [RTZ] button while pressing and holding the Stop (8) button.

2. Press the Play (7) button to play the recorded TRACK 3.

3. Use the TRACK 3 LEVEL knob and MASTER LEVEL knob to adjust the monitoring level.

Use the VOLUME dial on the left side of the unit to adjust the final

monitoring volume.

TIP

Use the TRACK 3 PAN (BAL) knob to set the stereo position of the track signal.

4. When you are done listening to the recording, press the Stop (8) button to stop playback.

Connecting an electric guitar

1. Connect an electric guitar to the INPUT A connector on the rear panel.

Guitar

2. Set the MIC/LINE-GUITAR switch on the left side of the unit to GUITAR.

TIP

When connecting an electric-acoustic guitar with a built-in preamp or an active electric guitar, as well as when connecting an electric guitar with effect boxes between it and this unit, set the MIC/LINE-GUITAR switch to MIC/LINE.

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Setting the guitar as an input source

1. Press the INPUT SETTING button to open the screen.

2. In order to use the guitar/line input to record guitar to TRACK 2, use the DATA wheel to set the input source for

LINE, GUIT AR/LIN E M

3. Press the HOME button to reopen the Home Screen.

GUIT AR/LIN E H

INPUT SETTING

IN A

(INPUT A) to

GUIT AR/

NOTE

GUIT AR/LIN E, GUIT AR/LIN E M

change the input gain. Set according to the level of the input. If you are not sure which setting to use, choose input level is still too low after adjusting it, return to screen and change the setting to If the input level is still not high enough, change the setting to

LINE H

and

GUIT AR/LIN E H

GUIT AR/LIN E

GUIT AR/LIN E M

settings

. If the

INPUT SETTING

GUIT AR/

Recording lead guitar to TRACK 2

Now, you will record lead guitar on TRACK 2 while listening to the rhythm guitar on TRACK 3.

Follow these steps to change the recording source for TRACK 2.

1. When the recorder is stopped, press the ASSIGN button to open the

INPUT ASSIGN

screen.

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TRACK 2 REC indicator

2. Use the F4 [b] button to select (highlight) current recording source for TRACK 2 (default value:

3. Use the D ATA wheel to select

4. Press the HOME button to reopen the Home Screen.

IN B

IN A

5. Press the TRACK 2 REC button to put the track into recording standby. The REC indicator blinks when in standby. When you play the guitar, the input level is shown by the (INPUT A),

(TRACK 2) and (left channel) level meters.

6. After returning to the beginning of the song (00h00m00s00f ), press the Play (7) button to play back the recorded TRACK 3. Play the lead guitar part along with the already recorded rhythm guitar. You can hear the sound of the guitar being input along with the TRACK 3 playback sound through the headphones.

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TRACK 1 REC indicator

OL indicator

7. As necessary, use the INPUT A LEVEL, TRACK 3 LEVEL and PAN [BAL] knobs and MASTER LEVEL knob, along with the VOLUME dial on the left side of the unit to adjust the monitoring levels and balance.

8. When you are done listening to the recording, press the Stop (8) button to stop playback.

9. After returning to the start of the song (00h00m00s00f ), press the Play (7) button while pressing and holding the Record (0) button to start recording, and play the lead guitar part.

The Record (0) indicator lights and the TRACK 2 REC indicator stops

blinking and stays lit.

10. When you are done playing, press the Stop (8) button to stop recording.

11. Press the TRACK 2 REC button to end recording standby. The REC indicator becomes unlit.

NOTE

If the OL indicator continues to light even when the LEVEL knob is turned down, the guitar signal itself is too loud. In this case, if the input setting is

GUIT AR/LIN E H

If the input setting is If the OL indicator continues to light even when set to lower the guitar’s output volume.

, change it to

GUIT AR/LIN E M

, change it to

GUIT AR/LIN E

Recording vocals on TRACK 1

1. Press the HOME button to reopen the Home Screen.

2. Press the TRACK 1 REC button to put the track into recording standby. The REC indicator blinks when in standby.

3. Use the INPUT A LEVEL knob to adjust the input level of the internal mic.

Set the LEVEL knob so that the loudest sounds do not cause the INPUT

A OL indicator to light.

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When you sing into internal MIC A, the input level is shown by the

(INPUT A), (TRACK 1) and (left channel) level meters on the display.

Turn up the MASTER LEVEL knob and the VOLUME dial on the left side

of the unit to hear the mic signal through the headphones.

NOTE

•

If the OL indicator continues to light even when the LEVEL knob is turned down, the mic signal itself is too loud. In this case, if the input source setting is

INT.MIC A - High MIC A-Low MIC A-Low MIC A-Low

volume at the sound source.

•

When the input source is a built-in mic, the signal from the built-in mic cannot be monitored if the REC indicator of the track that it is assigned to is not lit.

. If the input setting is . If the OL indicator continues to light even when set to , move the sound source away from the mic or lower the

, change it to

INT.MIC A - Mid

, change it to

I N T.

I N T. I N T.

CAUTION

When using a microphone, always use headphones to monitor. Using speakers to monitor could result in feedback.

4. After returning to the start of the song (00h00m00s00f ), press the Play (7) button while pressing and holding the Record (0) button to start recording, and sing along with the already recorded lead and rhythm guitar parts.

You can hear singing and the recorded guitars playing back on TRACK 2

and TRACK 3.

5. As necessary, use the TRACK 2 and 3 LEVEL and PAN (PAN [BAL]) knobs, the MASTER LEVEL knob and the VOLUME dial on the left side of the unit to adjust the monitoring levels and balance.

6. When you are done listening to the recording, press the Stop (8) button to stop playback.

7. After returning to the start of the song (00h00m00s00f ), press the Play (7) button while pressing and holding the Record (0) button to start recording, and sing the vocal part.

The Record (0) indicator lights red and the TRACK 1 REC indicator stops

blinking and stays lit.

8. When you are done singing, press the Stop (8) button to stop recording.

9. Press the TRACK 1 REC button to turn off the REC indicator (ending recording standby).

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Creating a stereo master track

After you finish recording, the next step is to mix down the tracks and make a stereo master track.

1. Use the TRACK 1–3 LEVEL knobs to adjust the levels of the tracks and the balance between them. Use the MASTER LEVEL knob to adjust the overall level.

2. Use the TRACK 1–2 PAN knobs and TRACK 3 PAN (BAL) knob to adjust the stereo positioning of the tracks.

Watch the (left channel) and (right channel) meters on the display

as you make these adjustments.

3. Press the IN/OUT button to open the

4. Set the IN point. The time between the IN and OUT points will be included in the stereo

master track.

Press the Play (7) button to start playback, and press the F3 [IN] button

at the point where you want to start the stereo master track.

SET IN!

The point when you pressed the F3 [IN] button will be set as the IN point

and used as the starting point for making the stereo master track.

pop-up message appears.

I/O SETTING

screen.

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5. Set the OUT point.

Press the F4 [OUT] button at the point where you want to end the stereo

master track.

SET OUT!

The point when you pressed the F4 [OUT] button will be set as the OUT

point and used as the ending point for making the stereo master track.

pop-up message appears.

TIP

You can also use the F3 [IN] and F4 [OUT] buttons to set the IN and OUT points when playback is stopped.

6. When you have completed setting the IN and OUT points, press the Stop (8) button to stop playback of the song.

7. When the recorder is stopped, press the REC MODE button to open the

RECORDER MODE

8. Use the D ATA wheel to select (highlight)

screen.

MASTER REC

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9. Press the F4 [EXEC] button.

After a

Master Rec!

recording mode and the Home Screen reopens.

pop-up message appears, the unit enters master

NOTE

When in master recording mode, the top left of the Home Screen.

10. Press the Play (7) button while pressing and holding the Record (0) button to start recording the stereo master track from the IN point.

Recording automatically stops when the OUT point is reached.

NOTE

•

Set the IN and OUT points at least four seconds apart. If they are less than four seconds apart, a and you will not be able to change the unit to master recording mode.

•

You can use the LEVEL knobs to adjust the track and overall levels as you record the master track.

Trk Too Sh or t

MASTER REC

appears highlighted at

pop-up message will appear

Checking the stereo master track

You can play back the stereo master track that you created to check it.

1. When the recorder is stopped, press the REC MODE button to open the

RECORDER MODE

2. Use the D ATA wheel to select (highlight)

screen.

MASTER PLAY

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3. Press the F4 [EXEC] button.

After a

•

4. In this state, you can press the Play (7) button to play back the stereo

Master Play!

master play mode and the Home Screen reopens.

pop-up message appears, the unit enters

NOTE

When in master play mode, top left of the Home Screen.

If you have not made a stereo master track, you will not be able to put the unit into

MASTER PLAY

master track.

MASTER PLAY

mode.

appears highlighted at the

Transferring the stereo master track to a computer

After creating a stereo master track following the procedures in “Creating stereo master tracks” on page 72, you can transfer it to a computer connected using the included USB cable. For instructions about how to transfer the stereo master track to a computer, see “12 – Exchanging Data with a Computer” on page 83.

Shutting down

When you are done using the unit, shut it down.

1. Press the HOME button to show the Home Screen.

2. Press and hold the button until display.

The power turns OFF automatically after the unit completes its shutdown

process, including saving various information from your session.

Always follow the above procedures to shut down the unit properly.

CAUTION

Do not remove the batteries or disconnect the power cord, for example, to turn the power OFF. If you do so, the unit cannot shut down properly and all recording data and settings that had been made since the last shutdown or song saving operation will be lost. Lost data and settings cannot be restored.

POCKETSTUDIO

appears on the

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Top Panel

1 button / indicator

Press and hold this button to turn the unit ON and OFF. (See “Start-up & shutdown” on page 41.)

The indicator lights when the power is on.

2 INPUT A/B LEVEL knobs and OL indicators

Use the LEVEL knobs to adjust the input levels for INPUT A/B. (See “Making the first recording” on page 56.)

If an input source level is too high its OL (overload) indicator lights. If a LEVEL knob is set too high (higher than 2–3 o’clock), the OL indicator could light even if the volume of the input source signal is suitable.

3 – Names and functions of parts

3 REPEAT button

Turns the repeat playback mode ON and OFF. (See “Repeat playback” on page 65.)

4 IN/OUT button

Press this button to open the (starting) and OUT (ending) points for repeat playback and track editing. (See “Setting IN and OUT points” on page 65.)

The IN and OUT points are also used as the starting and ending points when creating stereo master tracks.

5 REC MODE button

Press this button to open the set the recorder mode. (See “Recorder modes” on page 42.)

6 UN/REDO button / indicator

Press this button to undo the previous action or to redo the last undone action. (See “Undoing operations (undo)” on page 58.)

Press this button while pressing and holding the Stop (8) button to open the

HISTORY

tions at once. This indicator lights when one or more operations that have been undone

can still be redone.

7 MASTER LEVEL knob

This adjusts the stereo signal level output from the /LINE OUT jack This knob also adjusts the recording level when bouncing tracks, mixing

down and mastering.

8 Display

This shows various information.

9 INPUT SETTING button

Press this button to open the set input sources. (See “Selecting the input source” on page 51.)

screen. Using this screen, you can undo multiple opera-

I/O SETTING

RECORDER MODE

INPUT SETTING

screen, and to set IN

screen where you can

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0 ASSIGN button

Use this to assign (set) the TRACK inputs (INPUT A/B). Press this button to open the

INPUT ASSIGN

inputs become the recording sources. (See “Assigning inputs” on page

54.)

q PAN knobs (TRACK 1–TRACK 4)

TRACK 1 and TRACK 2

Use to adjust the stereo position of the track playback signal. (See “Stereo position (panning)” on page 72.)

TRACK 3 and TRACK 4

If the track is stereo, use to adjust the left-right balance. If the track is mono, use to adjust the stereo position of the track

playback signal in the same way as for TRACK 1 and TRACK 2. (See “Stereo position (panning)” on page 72.)

w LEVEL knob ( TRACK 1–TRACK 4)

Use to adjust the level of the track. (See “Level and balance” on page 72.)

e REC buttons/indicators (TRACK 1–TRACK 4)

Use to turn the track record function ON (arm for recording) and OFF. To monitor the input signals of the internal mics using headphones or an external monitoring system (powered monitor speakers or an amplifier and speakers), press the corresponding TRACK REC button. When a REC button is ON, its REC indicator blinks when the recorder is stopped, and lights when it is recording.

r Function buttons

The functions of these buttons depend on the current screen. The functions currently assigned to these buttons are shown at the bottom of the display screen.

screen on the display. Signals from assigned

NOTE

In this manual, the four function buttons are referred to as F1, F2, F3 and F4 in order from the left.

t MENU button

Press to open the

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screen. (See “Menu structure” on page 36.)

y HOME button

Press to open the the Home Screen. (See “Home Screen” on page 34.) When the unit is stopped and the Home Screen is open, use this button

to move the cursor between time counter divisions. (See “Direct locate function” on page 64.)

u DATA wheel

Use this to select items and change values on the setting screens.. When the unit is stopped and the Home Screen is open, turn to change the record/playback position. (See “Direct locate function” on page 64.)

i m [RTZ] button

Press when stopped or playing back to search backward. Press it again to change the speed from 10x to 50x, again for 100x and 1000x.

Press while pressing and holding the Stop (8) button to locate to the beginning of the song (00:00:00:00) using the Return To Zero function (RTZ). (See “Returning to the song beginning (RTZ function) or the point where recording was last started (LRP function)” on page 64.)

o Stop (8) button

Press to stop playback, recording and searching backward/forward. Press together with the m [RTZ] button or the , [LRP] button to locate to the beginning of the song (00h00m00s00f) or the last recording point (LRP). (See “Returning to the song beginning (RTZ function) or the point where recording was last started (LRP function)” on page 64.)

p , [LRP] button

Press when stopped or playing back to search forward. Press it again to change the speed from 10x to 50x, again for 100x and 1000x.

Press while pressing and holding the Stop (8) button to locate to the point when recording last started using the Last Recording Position (LRP) function. (See “Returning to the song beginning (RTZ function) or the point where recording was last started (LRP function)” on page 64.)

a Play (7) button

Press this button to start playback. While pressing the Record (0) button, press this button to start recording. Press this button again when recording to stop recording and start playback (punch out).

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