Tascam DP-02CF, DP-02 User Manual
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DP-02
DP-02CF
DIGITAL PORTASTUDIO
D01001200A
OWNER'S MANUAL
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within equilateral triangle, is intended
to alert 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.
This ap p l i ance ha s a s e r i a l nu m b e r
located on the rear panel. Please record
th e m ode l n umber and ser ial numbe r
and retain them for your records.
Model number
Serial number
SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
For U.S.A.
TO THE USER
This equi p m e n t ha s b e e n te s ted and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Par t 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are d e s igne d t o prov i de rea s onabl e p r ote c tion
ag a i n st har m f u l in t e r f e r enc e in a re side n t i al
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and
can ra d iate ra dio frequ e n cy energy an d, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, may cause h armful inter ference 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) Con n e c t th e eq u i p m e n t in to an ou t l e t on a
circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
d) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number : DP-02/DP-02CF
Trade Name : TASCAM
Responsible party : TEAC AMERICA, INC.
Address : 7733 Telegraph Road, Montebello,
California, U.S. A.
Telephone number : 1-323-727-7663
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 recieved,
inc l u d ing inte r fe r ence that ma y ca u se undesire d
operation.
CAUTION
Ch ang es o r mo dificati ons to thi s eq uip ment not
expres s l y approved by TE AC CORPO R ATION
for compliance could void the user's author ity to
operate this equipment.
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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 blo ck any ventil ati on o penings. Inst all in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8 Do no t install ne ar any he at sou r c e s 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 t wo b lades and a third grou ndi ng
prong. The wi d e blade or the th i r d prong are
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does
not fit into you r outl et, consult an e lec trician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Do not expose this apparatus to drips or splashes.
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Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such as
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vases, on the apparatus.
Do not install this apparatus in a confined space such
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as a book case or similar unit.
The apparatus should be located close enough to the
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AC outlet so that you can easily grasp the power cord
plug at any time.
An appa r a tus with Cl a s s I c o n structi o n sh all be
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connected to an AC outlet with a protective grounding
connection.
Batteries ( batter y pack or batteries installed) should
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not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine,
fire or the like.
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and head-
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phones can cause hearing loss.
The apparatus draws nominal non-operating power
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from the AC ou t l et with its STANDBY/ O N in th e
Standby position.
10 Prot e c t th e pow e r co r d from being walke d on
or pinc he d pa r ti c u l a r l y at plugs, co n venience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
11 Only use attachments /accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
12 Use onl y with the car t, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when
moving the ca r t /apparatus combin ation to avoi d
injury from tip-over.
13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning sto rms or
when unused for long periods of time.
14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personne l.
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.
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Safety Information
1
For USA
This product has been designed and manufactured
according to FDA regulations "title 21, CFR, chapter
1, subchapter J, based on the Radiation Control for
Health and Safety Act of 1968", and is classified as
a class 1 laser product. There is no hazardous invisible laser radiation during operation because invisible laser radiation emitted inside of this product is
completely confined in the protective housings.
The label required in this regulation is shown at 1.
CAUTION
• DO NOT REMOVE THE PROTECTIVE HOUSING
USING A SCREWDRIVER.
• USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR
PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN
THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN
HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
• IF THIS PRODUCT DEVELOPS TROUBLE,
CONTACT YOUR NEAREST QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL, AND DO NOT USE THE PRODUCT
IN ITS DAMAGED STATE.
• CLASS 1M INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN
OPEN AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED. DO NOT
VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS.
Optical pickup:
Type : HOP-6201T
Manufacturer : Hitachi Media Electronics Co,Ltd.
Laser output : Less than 75 mW on the objective lens
(record)
Wavelength : 777 to 787 nm
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Contents
1 – Starting out with your
DP-02/DP-02CF ....................... 7
Getting started .................................. 7
DP-02 Line-up ................................................ 7
Manual conventions...................................... 7
Copyright .......................................................8
What’s in the box .......................................... 8
Precautions for placement and use ............. 8
Beware of condensation ............................... 8
Media considerations (DP-02CF only) .......... 8
Loading the CF card into the unit
(DP-02CF only) ................................... 9
Starttup & shutdown ........................ 9
Starting up the unit ......................................9
Shutting down the unit .............................. 10
The ACCESS light ......................................... 10
How to play back demo songs
(DP-02 only) ......................... 10
Navigation ....................................... 11
The SHIFT key ................................... 11
Titling ............................................... 11
Connecting your unit to other
equipment ...........................12
Balanced XLR inputs ................................... 14
Features of the DP-02/DP-02CF ....... 15
Top panel ..................................................... 15
Front panel .................................................. 19
Rear panel .................................................... 20
Side panel (DP-02CF only) ..........................20
Managing your songs .....................21
Creating a new song ................................... 21
Storing songs ............................................... 21
Reverting to last version ............................ 21
Loading a saved song ................................. 22
Erasing a song(s) ......................................... 22
Song information ........................................23
Assigning inputs .............................23
Clearing an assignment..................................... 23
Recording ......................................... 24
More advanced features .................24
Using marks to locate positions ................. 24
Punching recording .....................................25
Bouncing ......................................................25
Track editing ................................................ 25
Undoing/Redoing an operation .................25
Undoing the last action and redoing the undo
action .................................................... 25
Undoing/Redoing actions at once ............. 26
Deleting unused data .................................26
Mixdown and matering ..................27
Mixdown ...................................................... 27
Mastering ..................................................... 27
2 – Advanced techniques ......... 29
Location ........................................... 29
Direct location ............................................. 29
Location marks ............................................ 29
To set a location mark ...................................... 29
To move to a location mark ..............................29
To delete a location mark ................................. 29
To edit a location mark ..................................... 29
IN and OUT marks ....................................... 30
Using the meters .............................30
EQ settings ....................................... 31
Punching ..........................................32
Rehearsal .....................................................32
Punch recording .......................................... 33
Pre-roll and post-roll time .............. 33
Bouncing .......................................... 34
Repeat .............................................. 34
Setting the repeat interval ......................... 35
Working in bars & beats .................35
Tempo setting .............................................35
Selecting the time mode ............................35
Metronome .................................................. 36
When “INTERNAL” is selected at “Output”
[internal metronome] ..............................36
When “MIDI” is selected at “Output”
[MIDI metronome] ..................................36
Working With MIDI ..........................37
MIDI Clock, etc............................................. 37
MIDI timecode ............................................. 37
When “OFF” is selected at “Output” ................37
Disk/CF card management ..............38
Selecting the active partition ..................... 38
Formatting a disk/card ...............................39
Formatting a partition ................................ 40
Formatting the FAT partition ..................... 40
Automatic song creation ............................ 41
Initializing a Compact Flash card
(the DP-02 only) .............................. 41
Advanced song management......... 41
Coping songs ............................................... 41
Protecting a song ........................................ 42
Using the USB connection ..............42
System requirements ..................................42
Disconnecting from Windows 2000 / XP /
Vista systems .......................................... 42
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Contents
Disconnecting from a Macintosh system ...........43
"Open" and "Close" ....................................43
Backing up and restoring songs ....44
Backing up ................................................... 44
Restoring a song .........................................45
Importing and exporting tracks .... 45
Importing a track ........................................ 45
Exporting tracks .......................................... 46
Exporting the mastered stereo tracks ....... 47
About track editing ......................... 47
IN, OUT and TO ................................. 48
Using edit mode ..........................................48
Track editing function .....................48
COPY ® PASTE ............................................48
COPY ® INSERT ........................................... 49
MOVE ® PASTE ........................................... 49
MOVE ® INSERT .......................................... 50
OPEN ............................................................50
CUT ............................................................... 51
SILENCE ........................................................ 51
CLONE TRACK .............................................. 51
CLEAN OUT .................................................. 52
Troubleshooting ..............................53
Messages .........................................54
3 – Specifications ..................... 55
Specifications ..................................55
Analog specifications ........................................ 55
Digital specifications .........................................55
Audio performance...........................................55
Physical characteristics ......................................55
Dimensional drawings .................... 56
DP-02 ............................................................ 56
DP-02CF ........................................................ 56
Vocal settings (Vocal) ........................................59
Drum settings (drum) ........................................59
Reverb .............................................. 62
Turning the reverb on and off ...........................62
Using the reverb ...............................................62
Setting the reverb type ..................................... 62
Setting the reverb time .....................................62
About CD-R and CD-RW discs ......... 63
About finalizing .............................. 63
Handling of compact discs.......................... 64
Never use a stabilizer or printable discs.... 64
Media compatibility Table .............. 65
Inserting/Ejecting CDs ....................66
Audio CD performance ...................66
Playing back audio CDs ............................... 66
Making an audio CD ................................... 67
Writing by Disk At Once (DAO) .................. 67
Writing by Track At Once (TAO) .................68
Finalizing CDs .............................................. 68
Erasing a CD-RW .........................................69
Data CD performance ..................... 69
Importing and exporting tracks .... 69
Importing from a CD ................................... 69
Exporting to CD ........................................... 70
Backing up and restoring songs ....71
Backing up songs to CD .............................. 71
Restoring songs from a CD ......................... 72
CD-related Error Message ..............72
Pop-up Massages ............................73
5 – Commonly-used functions .. 75
How do I..? ....................................... 75
Block diagram (DP-02/DP-02CF) ...... 57
4 – DP-02 Appendix .................. 58
Tuning a guitar ................................58
Changing the tuning .................................... 58
Noise reduction ................................................ 58
Multi-effect .....................................59
Assigning the effect ......................................... 59
Selecting the effect type ................................... 59
Selecting the effect ..........................................59
Setting the parameter .......................................59
Setting the effect volume .................................59
Available multi-effect settings................... 60
Electric guitar settings (Elec.Guitar) ...................58
Acoustic guitar settings (Aco.Guitar) ................. 58
Bass guitar settings (Bass Guitar) .......................59
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T I P
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CAUT IO N
WARNING
1 – Starting out with your DP-02/DP-02CF
Thank you for your purchase of TASCAM’s latest 8-track
digital portastudio, the DP-02/DP-02CF.
The DP-02 and DP-02CF are designed to provide you with
great sound in an easy-to-use compact package, allowing
you to concentrate on the music, and not on the recording
process.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Getting started
Read this section first. It contains important basic information about using your DP-02/DP-02CF effectively, and will
help you create exciting original musical projects. When
you have read this chapter (“Starting out with your DP-02/
DP-02CF” on page 7), you will be able to find your way
around the DP-02/DP-02CF, and to make and play back
recordings.
The DP-02/DP-02CF allows you to record many hours of
music, up to two tracks at a time, to a maximum of eight
tracks, and then mix them down to a pair of mastered
stereo tracks using the built-in mixing facilities.
DP-02 Line-up
There are two models, the DP-02 and DP-02CF. The
DP-02/DP-02CF is equipped with phantom-powered XLR
input jacks, and the DP-02 additionally is equipped with
internal effect processors. The DP-02 contains a large hard
disk and also an internal CD-R/RW drive. The DP-02CF
uses a Compact Flash Card (not included with the unit)
memory recorder (not provided with an internal CD-R/RW
drive).
The stereo mix can then be played back into a suitablyequipped CD recorder, etc., or into a computer’s audio
inputs for distribution over the Internet, etc. or transferred
using a fast USB 2.0 connection to a personal computer.
In addition, individual tracks can be imported and exported between your DP-02/DP-02CF and a personal computer,
and songs can be archived, backed up and restored using a
PC.
This manual refers to both models as “the unit”, as the
majority of the functions are common to both models.
Also, their hard disk and CF card are described as “recording media.” Any other exceptions are noted.
Chapter 4 of this manual, “DP-02 Appendix” on page 58,
deals with the features found on only the DP-02. If you
own a DP-02, please read the chapter.
Manual conventions
This first section gives you an idea of the basic operations of the DP-02/DP-02CF and will get you started with
recording. Further features are described in “Advanced
techniques” on page 29.
When we refer to features of the DP-02/DP-02CF such as
keys and connections, we display them like this: MENU.
We refer to features of other equipment like this: AUX IN.
When we show messages, etc., that appear on the screen,
we show them like this: SONG LOAD.
: We give hints and tips on using the DP-02/DP-02CF
when you see this icon.
: A note at the side of the main text provides addi-
tional explanations for special situations.
: A caution shows that you may lose data (your
recordings) if you don’t follow the instructions.
: Warnings should be taken seriously. They
describe situations which can cause injury, or damage to
the equipment if you do not follow the instructions,
This manual cannot begin to be a full guide to multitrack
recording techniques. However, if you visit the TASCAM
Web site (www.tascam.com), you can download various
documents on recording which may be of interest to you.
Troubleshooting The DP-02/DP-02CF was designed
to be easy to use, but sometimes you may need a little help.
See the section “Troubleshooting” on page 53 for a list of
questions you may have, and answers to help you. There’
s also a list of messages that may pop up, with an explanation of their meaning, and suggestions on what to do (see
“Messages” on page 54).
How to do it? At the back of this manual, there is
a chapter called “Commonly-used functions” on page
76. Refer to this section when you want to know how to
perform a particular operation.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
NOTE
WARNING
1 – Starting out with your DP-02/DP-02CF
Copyright
Windows, Windows XP, Windows 2000, and Windows
Vista are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Macintosh, MacOS, and MacOS X are trademarks of
Apple Computer.
What’s in the box
When you unpack the box, you should find (as well as this
manual):
The unit itself (DP-02, or DP-02CF)
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Power adaptor
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Power cable suitable for your region
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Warranty card
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Precautions for placement and use
The DP-02/DP-02CF may be used in most areas, but to
maintain top performance, and prolong operating life,
observe the following notes, precautions and environmental conditions:
Avoid exposing it to extremes of temperature and
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humidity and avoid mechanical shocks and vibration.
Keep the unit away from strong magnetic fields (TV
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sets, computer monitors, large electric motors, etc.).
The nominal temperature should be between 5°C and
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35°C (41°F and 95°F).
Relative humidity should be 30 to 90 percent.
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Beware of condensation
If any of these items is missing, contact your TASCAM
supplier.
When using the unit, use only the power adaptor and
cable supplied with product. Do not use this power
adaptor and cable with any other product.
As the unit may become hot during operation, always
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leave sufficient space above the unit for ventilation. Do
not install this unit in a confined space such as a bookcase, and do not put anything on top of the unit.
Avoid installing this unit on top of any heat-generating
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electrical device such as a power amplifier.
Make sure that the unit is mounted in a level position for
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correct operation.
The voltage supplied to the unit should match the volt-
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age as printed on the rear panel. If you are in any doubt
regarding this matter, consult an electrician.
If the unit is moved from a cold to a warm place, or used
after a sudden temperature change, there is a danger of
condensation; vapor in the air could condense on the
internal mechanism, making correct operation impossible.
To prevent this, or if this occurs, let the player sit for one or
two hours at the new room temperature before using.
Media considerations (DP-02CF only)
The capacities and performance of your DP-02CF will
vary based on the speed and abilities of the Compact
Flash (CF) media used. Older and some cheaper Compact
Flash (CF) cards use slower memory components and
little internal buffering which results in poor recording
performance. Newer CF cards, not only perform reading
and writing faster, but also come in larger storage size.
A card more than 512 MB should be used on the
DP-02CF.
The DP-02CF supports only Type I Compact Flash media.
Type I cards are typically FLASH-ROM based and provide
higher performance and durability than hard disk cards.
A current list of stated CF cards and their capacities is
maintain and available for viewing on the TASCAM
website at www.tascam.com
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CAUT IO N
NOTE
CAUT IO N
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WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Loading the CF card into the unit (DP-02CF only)
On the DP-02CF, a CF card is used as a recording media
for recording and playback. The CF card should be loaded
into the unit before the power is turned on.
1. Slide the door to open the COMPACT FLASH CARD
slot on the side panel to the right, and gently insert a
card, label side up, into the unit’s slot.
If the card is the wrong way up, or backwards, when
inserted into the slot, applying excessive pressure may
damage the slot or the card. Do not force the card in
to avoid damage to the unit or the card, remove and
re-orient the card so that it slides in easily.
2. Close the slide door. With the door opened, the
DP-02CF cannot be used.
To use a new CF card, you need to format the card first
(see “Formatting a disk/card” on page 39).
Ejecting the card:
Turn off the power to the unit first, slide the door to open
and remove the card by hand (there is no eject lever on the
unit).
Do not remove the card when the unit is turned on.
Always turn the power off before you take the card
out from the unit.
Starttup & shutdown
Read this section to understand how to power up and
power down the unit.
When switching the unit on and off, we suggest that
you turn down the volume of any speakers or ampli-
Starting up the unit
Connect the power adaptor to the unit, the power cable
to the power adaptor, and the power cable to the power
supply.
Press the POWER switch on the top panel to turn on the
unit. The display shows a welcome message.
The system is loaded, and the last saved song is then loaded.
The ACCESS indicator f lashes to show the hard disk/CF
card is in use while the song is being loaded, and the display
shows the current operation.
fiers connected to the unit. Also, do not wear headphones connected to the unit when switching power
on or off. This will avoid damage to speakers, etc. and
possible damage to your hearing.
When the ACCESS light goes off, the display shows the
“home screen”:
You can reach this screen from most operations by
pressing HOME or repeatedly pressing the NO/EXIT
key.
When the power is turned on without a CF card loaded
into the unit, the home screen shows as follow:
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NOTE
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WARNING
1 – Starting out with your DP-02/DP-02CF
Shutting down the unit
Pressing the POWER switch on the top panel shuts down
the unit automatically.
First, stop playback or recording, and press the POWER
switch for about seconds. While the unit is shutting down
(storing the song data to hard disk or CF card) you will see
the display shown here.
Once shut down starts, all key presses are ignored.
If you turn off the power accidently while the unit is
in operation, the unit cannot shut down properly so
all unsaved data will be lost. We recommend that you
save the data manually often.
There is a hook on the bottom of the unit to prevent
the adapter cable being pulled accidently.
The ACCESS light
This indicator shows that the hard disk, CF card, or the
CD-RW drive is in use. Although the unit is not exactly a
delicate piece of equipment, you should take care with it,
as with all electronic equipment, especially when the hard
disk or CF card is in operation or when CD-RW drive is
writing to CDs.
Do not move the DP-02/DP-02CF or turn it off or
disconnect the power or open the CF card door
(DP-02CF only) when the ACCESS indicator is lit, to
avoid damage to the recording media and possible loss
of data.
How to play back demo songs (DP-02 only)
Before the unit is shipped, demo songs are stored on its
hard disk. Follow the procedure below to play back these
demo songs.
1. Connect the LINE OUT connector on the unit to the
amplifier or monitor system. To listen on headphones, insert the headphone plug into the PHONES
jack on the left of the front panel.
2. Turn on the unit. When the unit has started up, the
display shows the home screen.
3. Press the SONG key. The SONG screen is displayed.
If the LOAD action is not selected, rotate the DATA
dial or use the cursor (¶/§) keys to highlight it.
4. Press the ¥ cursor or YES/ENTER key. The SONG
5. Use the cursor (¶/§) or DATA dial to select
A pop-up screen appears while loading.
When the demo is finished being loaded, the display
6. Press the NO/EXIT key or HOME key to return to
LOAD screen is displayed.
DP02DEMO and press the YES/ENTER key.
returns to the SONG screen.
the home screen.
7. Press the PLAY key to play back the demo songs.
Eight tracks of each demo song is available. Adjust
the fader, MASTER fader, PAN and other controls
for each channel.
To adjust the volume of the headphones, use the
PHONES knob on the top panel.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Navigation
The unit uses 4 menu systems (MENU, SONG, TRACK
EDIT) (and also CD on the DP-02 only) which allow you to
make settings, and perform many operations. This section
explains how to use the menu system and to check and
make settings.
Here the TRACK EDIT system is explained as an example.
1. Press the TRACK EDIT key to bring up the opening
menu screen:
2. Use the DATA dial or the cursor (§/¶) keys to scroll
up and down through the list of top-level menus.
Here the CLONE TRACK action is highlighted.
An inverted triangle appears when the menu is
highlighted.
4. Use the cursor (§/¶) keys to highlight the value of
the item shown on the left.
Rotate the DATA dial to change the value.
To go up a level in the menu “tree”, press the NO/EXIT
key or the ˙ key.
Some screens show a number of lists to select, or confirm
the action. In these cases, you should use the cursor (§/¶
) keys or the DATA dial to highlight and select the item, or
use the YES/ENTER key to enter the action.
If you want to adjust the contrast of the display:
1. Press the MENU key and select the PREFERENCE
action using the cursor (¶/§) keys or the DATA dial.
2. Press the YES/ENTER or ¥ cursor key to bring up
the PREFERENCE screen.
The DATA dial icon is also shown right at the bottom
which indicating the dial can be used to select items.
At the bottom right of all menu screens is a symbol
showing whether there are more menus below the
current list (¶), above the current list (§), or above
and below the current list ( ).
3. Press the ¥ cursor key or YES/ENTER key to enter
the selected menu. The screen shows as below:
The SHIFT key
The SHIFT key modifies the behavior of a number of
different keys. When you press and hold it while pressing
Titling
You can give titles to your songs, exported tracks, etc.
Here’s how you do it:
Press and hold the SHIFT key and press the TITLE key to
bring up the screen like the one below:
3. Select the value shown to the right of the CONTRAST
preference using the cursor (¶/§) keys, and rotate
the DATA dial to adjust the value 1 to 10. The
contrast of the display changes equally as the value
is changing.
4. Press NO/EXIT to go back to the MENU screen.
another key, the other key takes on the function shown in
the label shown below the key (black-on-orange).
Use the DATA dial to change the letter above the under-
lined cursor. You can choose from common punctuation
marks, numbers, capital (UPPERCASE) letters, and small
(lowercase) letters.
Use the § cursor key to insert a blank space at the cursor
position, and use the ¶ cursor key to delete the character.
When you have finished entering the name, press YES/
ENTER. The song, with its new name, is stored to record-
ing media.
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Instruments to INPUT A and B
Microphones to INPUT Aand B
Drum machine
PHONES
Footswitch
MIDI OUT
STEREO MIX (L, R)
MIDI IN
SEND
RETURN (L, R)
External effects unit
LINE OUTPUT (L, R)
REC OUT/PLAY IN
Stereo amplifier
2-track recorder
Guitars and basses to
INPUT A
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Connecting your unit to other equipment
Before you start recording with the unit, you will need to
make a few connections to other equipment. The following
picture shows how you can connect the unit to your existing audio setup.
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DC input
To MIDI sequencer,
drum machine, etc.
From stereo effects
unit outputs
Synths, pre-amps etc.
fo here
Guitars, basses etc. go here
From submixer/MIDI tone
generator, etc.
To analog recorder,
monitoring system, etc.
To effects unit
To digital
recorder, etc.
Microphones go here
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Microphones are connected to the rear panel inputs.
Set the GUITAR switches to MIC/LINE. Turn the input
level controls so that the OL indicators light up only in the
loudest part of the recording.
The unit includes phantom-powered XLR microphone
input connectors. See “Balanced XLR inputs” on page
14 for details of using these connectors.
Synthesizers, etc. including drum machines, guitar
amplifier simulators, active basses, etc. as well as CD players, cassette decks, and so on can be connected to the rear
panel input jacks using standard 1/4” mono plugs (unbalanced). When you are recording a stereo source, make sure
the INPUT MODE key is set to STEREO (see “The INPUT
MODE key” below).
Set the GUITAR switch to MIC/LINE. Adjust the input level
controls and use the instrument’s output volume controls
to adjust the level so that the OL indicators light up only
during the very loudest passages.
NEVER plug the speaker outputs of a guitar amplifier
into the unit.
Guitars and basses (passive types) are connected to
the rear panel INPUT A using a standard 1/4” mono plug
(unbalanced).
Set the MIC/LINE switch to GUITAR. Turn the input level
control until the OL indicators barely light on the loudest
passages.
Use the built-in tuner (on the DP- 02 only) to tune the
guitar or bass (see “Tuning a guitar” on page 58).
The INPUT MODE key You will use this key when you
are recording from input A and input B at the same time.
This top panel key affects the way that you monitor the
input signals, both through the headphones and/or through
the LINE OUTPUT jacks. There are two positions:
INPUT MODE does not affect the recording at all—just
the monitoring process.
MONO x 2—The signals from input A and input B are
•
both sent to the center of the monitoring “stage”.
In the MONO X 2 mode, the A and B input signals are
added together in the center, and you may hear distortion in the monitoring system This does not affect the
recording, though.
STEREO—The signal from input A is sent to the left,
•
and the signal from input B is sent to the right of the
monitoring “stage” forming a stereo pair for use when
you are recording stereo instruments such as synthesizers, etc.
Monitoring and recording Use the rear panel LINE
OUTPUT RCA jacks to connect the unit to your monitoring
system (that is, an amplifier/ speaker setup). When you’re
ready to make your final stereo master, you can use these
jacks to connect to an analog recorder.
A typical setup would connect these jacks to the AUX IN
of a stereo system.
Use the stereo system’s selector switch to listen to the AUX
source when tracking, bouncing or mastering on the unit.
“Tracking” means recording tracks on the unit.
“Mastering” means taking these recording tracks and
mixing them down to stereo.
When you have mastered the stereo track and you want
to record it, set the stereo monitoring system so that the
recorder is set to the AUX source. Now you are monitoring
(or listening) through your stereo system.
Effect processor When you want to use an external effect processor with the unit, connect the rear panel
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SEND of the unit to the mono input of the processor (1/4”
unbalanced jack).
The DP-02 owns internal reverb processors. However,
you can also use an external effect processor if you
prefer.
Connect the stereo output of the processor to the RETURN
jacks of tthe unit (1/4” unbalanced jack).
External stereo input The unit has a 1/8” stereo mini
jack on the rear panel marked STEREO MIX.
This can be used to connect an external stereo sub-mixer,
synthesizer, drum machine, CD player, etc.
This stereo signal is routed to the analog LINE OUTPUT
jacks. They can not be recorded on the unit, nor can you
adjust the signal level using the unit.
Balanced XLR inputs
These inputs enable you to connect condenser microphones
(the same type as those used in professional recording
studios).
Digital output Use a standard optical cable to connect
this to a suitable digital stereo input of monitoring system,
or stereo recorder.
You can connect a digital recorder (CD,MD) using the
digital connection, while using the LINE OUTPUT jacks
for monitoring.
This signals sent from this are the same as those sent from
the LINE OUTPUT jacks (although the STEREO MIX
signals are not output through the digital output).
MIDI output Use this (rear panel) to connect a sequencer, drum machine, etc. which can be started, stopped and
synchronized with the unit. See “Working with MIDI” on
page 37 for details.
Phantom power The PHANTOM switch can be turned
on or off to supply +48V phantom power to the XLR
connectors. Phantom power is not supplied to the 1/4”
jacks.
These XLR inputs are wired with these pin assignments: 1=ground, 2=hot, 3=cold.
The +48V phantom power supply allows you to power
condenser microphones. Without such phantom power,
many condenser microphones will not work. Some, however, use internal batteries.
Never connect or disconnect microphones to or from
the XLR connectors with the phantom power turned
on to avoid a loud pop noise.
Never turn the phantom power on when unbalanced dynamic microphones are plugged into the XLR
connectors to avoid any damage to the unit.
Consult any documentation that came with your microphones for full details of power requirements, etc.
Input level controls Use the input level controls the
same way you would microphones that use 1/4” jacks.
However, some microphones are more powerful than
others, and you may need to turn down the control to
prevent overloading.
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Features of the DP-02/DP-02CF
This section explains the features of the DP-02 and DP-02CF.
Top panel
1 ASSIGN (A,B) and ON/OFF keys
The ASSIGN (A,B) keys assign the input signals
through the INPUT A or B to the tracks (1 to 8). (See
“Assigning inputs” on page 23.)
The ON/OFF keys are used with the SHIFT key to turn
the INPUT (A,B) on or off. When the input is set to on,
the indicator next to the key lights up. When off, the
indicator is unlit.
2 OL indicators
The indicator lights when the input signal is too high.
3 LEVEL controls
Use this knob to adjust the INPUT (A,B) signal.
4 PHANTOM key
This key provides the phantom power (+48 V) to the
XLR input jacks (INPUT A,B). The phantom power is
not supplied to the 1/4 phone jacks.
5 INPUT MODE key and the indicators
Use this key to select the MONO X 2 or STEREO
modes (see “The INPUT MODE key” on page 13 for
details).
6EFFECT key / A B key (DP-02 only)
Pressing the EFFECT key brings up the MULTI
EFFECT screen.
The A B key is used with the SHIFT key to select the
input signal (INPUT A or B) which the internal multieffects is used with (see “Multi-effect” in chapter 4
“DP-02 Appendix” on page 59). When INPUT A is
selected, the indicator next to A letter lights up. When
INPUT B is selected, the indicator next to B letter lights
up. When both indicators are unlit, neither of the inputs
are not selected.
7 PHONES control
Adjusts the headphone volume.
8 MASTER / PLAY key
Pressing MASTER key alone turns the master recording
mode on or off. When on, this key flashes.
With the SHIFT key, PLAY (MASTER) key is used to
turn on or off the master playback mode. When on, this
key lights up (see “Mastering” on page 27).
9BOUNCE key
Turns Bounce mode on or off. When on, this key lights
up.
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0 MASTER fader
Adjusts the stereo signal level output from the LINE
OUTPUT (L,R), PHONES, or DIGITAL OUT. Also, this
fader adjusts the recording level when performing a
track bounce or mix down.
q EFFECT RETURN control
On the DP-02, this knob adjusts the level of the internal effect return signals, or the external effect return
signals. (See “Block diagram” in the chapter 3 “specifications” on page 57.)
On the DP-02CF, this knob adjusts the level of the
return signals from the RETURN (L,R) jacks.
w REVERB key and ON/OFF key (DP-02 only)
The REVERB key brings up the REVERB screen to
adjust the internal reverb settings.
The ON/OFF key is used with the SHIFT key to turn the
reverb on or off. When on, the indicator lights up. (See
“Reverb” in chapter 4 “DP-02 Appendix” on page 62)
e EQ HIGH controls
Adjusts the level of the high frequencies for each track.
r EQ LOW controls
Adjusts the level of the low frequencies for each track.
t FREQ key
This key brings up the EQ FREQUENCY screen to
adjust the high and low frequencies (see “EQ settings
on page 31).
y EFFECT SEND controls
Adjust the level of each track’s signal sent to the SEND
jack.
On the DP-02, these controls also adjust the level of
each track sent to the internal reverb effects.
u PAN controls
Adjust the panning of the stereo mixed signal on each
track.
i REC keys
Press the REC key alone to put the track in recording
standby mode (only two tracks can be in recording
standby mode at a time), and the key flashes. Pressing
the key again cancels recording standby mode (see
“Recording” on page 24).
When used with the ASSIGN keys, the REC keys also
assign the input A or B to the tracks selected (1). (See
“Assigning inputs” on page 23).
o MUTE keys
These keys are used with the SHIFT key, and mute
the signal on each track when the signals are output.
The indicator on the left of the keys lights up (see
“Mixdown” on page 27).
p TRACK faders
Adjusts the play back level of each track.
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a REW (∆) / RTZ key
When stopped, press the REW (∆) key to move the
playback position of the song being played back backwards. When the key is continuously held down, or
repeatedly pressed, the rewind speed jumps up to 10,
50, 100, 1000 times.
While playing back a song, pressing the REW (∆) key
moves the playback position backwards while the key is
held down.
While playing back a CD, pressing the REW (∆) key
skips the playback position of the track being played
back to the beginning.
The RTZ key locates the playback position to the zero
position and puts the unit in stop mode (Retrn To Zero
function: RTZ). Press and hold down the STOP key and
press the RTZ key.
s F FWD (˚) / LRP key
When stopped, press the F FWD (˚) key to move
the playback position of the song being played back
forwards. When the key is continuously held down, or
repeatedly pressed, the forward speed jumps up to 10,
50, 100, 1000 times.
While playing back a song , pressing the F FWD (˚)
key moves the playback position forwards while the key
is held down.
While playing back a CD, pressing the F FWD (˚) key
skips the playback position to the beginning of the next
track.
The LRP key locates the playback position to where
the last recording was ended, and puts the unit in stop
mode (Last Rec Point: LRP). Press and hold down the
STOP key and press the LRP key.
d STOP (ª) key
This key stops the operation of recording, playback,
forwards, backwards.
On the DP-02, this key also stops playback of a CD.
f PLAY (¥) key
When stopped, press this key to start playback.
With the RECORD key held down, press this key to
start recording.
The key lights up during playback or recording.
While recording, pressing this key stops recording
(punch out) and puts the unit in playback mode (see
“Punching recording” on page 25).
On the DP-02, this key starts playback of the CD.
g RECORD (–) key
When stopped, and when this key and the ¥ (PLAY)
key are pressed at same time, the unit starts recording
and the RECORD key lights up.
While the unit is in recording standby mode (this key
flashes), and when a song is being played back, pressing this key starts recording without stopping playback
(punch in) and this key lights up (see “Punching recording” on page 25).
h AUTO PUNCH key
This key turns Auto Punch mode on or off. When on,
the key lights up (see “Punch recording” on page 32).
j RHSL key
This key turns Rehearsal mode on or off. When on, the
key lights up (see “Rehearsal” on page 32).
k REPEAT / INTERVAL key
The REPEAT key turns Repeat mode on or off. When
on, the key lights up and the unit plays back between
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IN and OUT point repeatedly (see “Repeat” on page 34).
With the SHIFT key pressed, the INTERVAL key is used
to bring up the REPEAT INTERVAL screen to adjust
the repeat interval time from 0.5 to 9.9 seconds (see
“Setting the repeat interval” on page 35).
l µ / INSERT key
Pressing the µ key skips to the previous location
mark in the song being played back.
With the SHIFT key pressed, the INSERT key is used to
mark a location point (see “Location marks” on page 29).
Pressing the µ and ≤ keys togather displays the
LOCATION MARK list screen.
On the DP-02, while playing back a CD, pressing the
µ key skips the playback position of the track being
played back to the beginning.
; ≤ / DELETE key
Pressing the ≤ key skips to the next location mark.
With the SHIFT key pressed, the DELETE key is used
to delete the location mark (see “Location marks” on
page 29).
Pressing the µ and ≤ key togather displays the
LOCATION MARK list screen.
On the DP-02, while playing back a CD, pressing the
≤ key skips the playback position to the beginning of
the next track.
z IN / SET IN, OUT / SET OUT, TO / SET TO key
Pressing the IN, OUT, or TO keys alone moves to IN,
OUT, or TO point.
b MENU / TITLE key
Press the MENU key to bring up the MENU screen.
With the SHIFT key pressed, the TITLE key is used to
bring up the TITLE screen (see “Titling” on page 11).
n SONG / SONG INFO key
Press the SONG key to bring up the SONG screen.
With the SHIFT key pressed, the SONG INFO key is
used to bring up the SONG INFORMATION screen to
show the information of the song currently loaded.
m TRACK EDIT / POINT EDIT key
Press the TRACK EDIT key to bring up the TRACK
EDIT screen.
With the SHIFT key pressed, the POINT EDIT key is
used to bring up the POINT EDIT screen.
, DATA dial
Use this dial for selection of menu or action, or adjustment of values.
. CURSOR (˙,¥,¶,§) keys
Use these keys to select a menu or action, or to enter
the selection.
The ˙ key can be used to return to the previous screen.
/ YES/ENTER key
Use this key to enter the selection or confirm the
action.
! NO/EXIT key
Use this key to exit from the current menu screen and
go back to the previous screen, or to cancel the selection or action.
With the SHIFT key pressed, the SET IN, SET OUT,
or SET TO keys are used to mark the current playback
position as IN, OUT, or TO points (see “ IN and OUT
marks” on page 30).
x CD / FINALIZE key on the DP-02
Press the CD key to bring up the CD screen.
With the SHIFT key pressed, the FINALIZE key is used
to bring up the FINALIZE screen.
CARD key on the DP-02CF
Pressing the CARD key brings up the CARD screen.
c ø EJECT / ERASE key on the DP-02
This key ejects the CD loaded into the unit.
With the SHIFT key pressed, the ERASE key is used to
bring up the CD-RW ERASE screen (see “Erasing CD-
RW” on page 69).
USB key on the DP-02CF
Press this key to bring up the USB screen (see “Open
and Close” on page 43).
v HOME / SYSTEM INFO key
Press the HOME key to display the home screen (on
some screens, this key does nothing).
With the SHIFT key pressed, the SYSTEM INFO key is
used to display the SYSTEM INFORMATION screen.
@ SHIFT key
This key is always used with another key, which takes
on the function shown in the label below that key
(black-on-orange).
# HISTORY / CLEAR key
Pressing the HISTORY key brings up the HISTORY
list screen. This screen is used to undo or redo many
actions at once (see “Undoing/Redoing actions at once”
on page 26).
With the SHIFT key, the CLEAR key is used to clear
the unused audio parts and histories (actions). (See
“Deleting unused data” on page 26.)
$ UNDO/REDO key
This key is used to undo or redo the action (see
“Undoing/Redoing an operation” on page 25).
% FUNCTION / SET.F key
The FUNCTION key can be used as a short cut key
when assigned to an action. After assigning, pressing
the key calls that action directory.
To assign the FUNCTION key, with the SHIFT key
pressed, press the SET.F key to bring up the SET
FUNCTION list screen. Select an action in the list
and press YES/ENTER to assign the action to the
FUNCTION key.
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^ ACCESS indicator
On the DP-02, this indicator lights up or flashes while
the unit is writing or importing song data to the CD-R/
CD-RW drive or hard disk.
On the DP-02CF, this indicator lights or flashes while
the unit is writing or importing song data to the CF
card.
& POWER switch
Press the switch to turn the unit on or off. While the
unit is in operation, the POWER switch lights up.
To turn off the power, press this key until DIGITAL
PORTA STUDIO is shown (see “Shutting down the unit”
on page 10).
Front panel
* LCD display
Displays current status of the unit, as well as the
current menus or settings.
( PHONES jack (RCA)
Plug a pair of standard headphones into the 1/4” stereo
jack on the front panel. Adjust the volume with the
level control on the top panel.
) PUNCH jack (phone jack)
You can connect a standard “punch-in” foot pedal, such
as the TASCAM RC-30P.
The footpedal is useful if both hands are busy playing
a guitar, for example.
Use the pedal to punch in and out (that is, start and stop
recording on the fly).
Q Disc slot (on the DP-02)
Discs should be inserted label side upwards into this
slot.
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Rear panel
W USB jack
A USB cable is connected to a computer which allows
import or export of files between the unit and the
computer (see “Using the USB connection” on page 42).
When the unit is connected to a PC using this jack, the
FAT partition on the recording media is the only recognizable device.
E DC IN jack
The supplied AC adapter (PS-1225L) is connected here.
R DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack
The stereo mixed signals are output in S/PDIF format.
T MIDI OUT jack
MIDI signals such as MIDI Clock, MIDI Time Code,
and Song Position Pointer are output here.
Y LINE OUT (L,R) (RCA) jacks
The analog signals mixed in stereo are output.
U STEREO MIX jack
The signals input through this 1/8” stereo mini jack are
mixed in stereo and output from the LINE OUTPUT or
PHONES jacks.
I SEND jack (1/4 phone )
The EFFECT SEND signal is output.
O RETURN (1/4 phone) jack
The stereo signal output from the external effector is
inputted through this jack.
P INPUT A / INPUT B (XLR) jack
These XLR connectors are balanced analog inputs.
When PHANTOM is on, these connectors are supplied
with 48 V phantom power.
A INPUT A/INPUT B (1/4” phone) jack
These 1/4” connectors are unbalanced analog inputs.
The INPUT A jack can be connected to a guitar direc-
tory.
S GUITAR, MIC / LINE switch
Set to GUITAR or MIC / LINE to select which type of
input signal is connected to the INPUT A jack.
Side panel (DP-02CF only)
D CompactFlash card slot (on the DP-02CF)
Insert a CF card into this slot.
After inserting the card, make sure the door is closed.
With the door opened, the DP-02CF will not operate.
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Managing your songs
This section shows you how to create a new song, as well
as basic song management, such as renaming, deleting,
copying, etc. For more details on disk management, and
the other song management features of the unit, see “Disk/
CF card management” on page 38 and “Advanced song
management” on page 41.
Creating a new song
Any recording made on the unit is referred to as a
“song”, even though it may only consist of instrumental tracks or spoken word.
1. Press the SONG key to bring up the SONG menu.
If the CREATE action is not highlighted, use the
DATA dial or the cursor (§/¶) keys to highlight it.
2. Press the YES/ENTER or ¥ cursor key. The display
shows:
Storing songs
Since the unit does not automatically save the audio you
record as part of a song, you should get into the habit of
performing frequent manual saves.
3. Enter a title as described in “Titling” on page 11.
4. Press YES/ENTER to create the song. The current
song is stored even though the new song has not yet
been created.
You can re-title a song by pressing the SHIFTed TITLE
key to edit the title of the currently-loaded song.
When creating the song is finished, the screen returns to
the SONG screen.
2. Press the YES/ENTER or ¥ cursor key. The display
shows:
A “song” is not just the audio files you record—it also
includes editing, settings, etc.
1. Press the SONG key, use the DATA dial or the cursor
(§/¶) keys to highlight the SAVE action.
Reverting to last version
The REVERT action (which follows the SAVE action in the
SONG menu) allows you to undo all changes since the last
save.
When you select the REVERT, the title of the song is shown.
Press YES/ENTER to go back to the last saved version, or
NO/EXIT to keep the current song as it is.
3. Rename the file if you want to save it as another
name and press YES/ENTER, or simply press YES/
ENTER to save the file to disk or card.
The screen shows a message, Storing Song as the
song is saved.
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Loading a saved song
Of course, saving songs is no use unless you can load them
again. This is how you do it.
1. Press the SONG key and use the DATA dial or cursor
(§/¶) keys to highlight the LOAD menu item.
Erasing a song(s)
Erase a song only if you are certain you don’t need it
any more—you can’t undo this operation! However,
you can use a USB connection to back up songs to a PC
before you erase them.
2. Press the YES/ENTER or ¥ cursor key.
3. Use the DATA dial or cursor (§/¶) keys to select the
song to load and press YES/ENTER.
If the * symbol appears next to the song, then that
song is currently loaded.
The current song is saved, and the selected song is
loaded.
Repeat steps 2 and 3 for multiple selection.
You can also use this method to perform other operations, such as copying.
If your disk is getting full, or you really don’t need a song
any more, you can erase it.
1. From the SONG menu, select the ERASE action:
2. Select a song that you want to erase using the cursor
(§/¶) keys or DATA dial.
3. When decided, rotate the DATA dial clockwise to
confirm the song to erase. The mark appears on
the check box.
When you want to cancel the selection, rotate the
DATA dial countercolckwise on the song highlighted.
The mark on the box disappears.
An arrow (up or down) appears to the right of the
highlighted song. A down-arrow indicates that you
can rotate the DATA dial clockwise to confirm the
selection. An up-arrow indicates that you can rotate
the dial counterclockwise to cancel the selection.
4. Press YES/ENTER. You are asked if you want to
erase the song (Are you sure?).
5. Press YES/ENTER to erase the song, or NO/EXIT to
cancel the operation.
If you erase the current song, the first song in the
list is automatically loaded.
You can erase all the songs shown, and a new song is automatically created. There is always at least one song on the
partition (for more information about partitions, see “Disk/
CF card management” on page 38).
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ASSIGN keys
Eight REC keys
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You can view the title, working partition, and amount of
time left for recording from the “home screen”.
From the home screen, press and hold the SHIFT key and
press the SONG key.
The display shows:
the current partition (PARTITION), song title (SONG) and
amount of time left on the partition for recording (REMAIN)
in minutes.
Pressing the NO/EXIT key returns to the home screen.
Assigning inputs
When we talk about “assigning” inputs, we are talking
about routing the signals from the two inputs to the tracks.
You can record on up to two tracks at a time. This means
that the same input can be assigned to two tracks at the
same time (but you can’t then use the other input) or the
two inputs can be assigned to different tracks. You can’t
assign both inputs to the same track at the same time.
Additional song operations
Further song operations are described in “Advanced song
management” on page 41.
2. While holding down the
REC
key of the track to which you are assigning the
input. The
If you want to assign the input to another track, you must
first clear the current assignment (see below), and then
re-assign the input.
REC
key flashes rapidly.
ASSIGN
key, press the
1. Press and hold the ASSIGN key corresponding
to the input signal you are assigning (A or B).
Press and hold SHIFT and either of the ASSIGN keys
(A or B) to turn the inputs on or off as shown by the
indicator. You may want to turn off unused inputs to
reduce noise.
Note that the REC key of the first track to which you
assigned the input flashes when you hold down the
ASSIGN key.
Clearing an assignment
ª
Hold down the
then while holding the
ments by pressing a flashing
ASSIGN
key to check current assignments,
ASSIGN
key, clear current assign-
REC
key (which then stops
flashing).
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Recording
When you have connected a source, and assigned the
inputs to tracks, you are ready to start recording.
1. Press the REC key of the track(s) you’re going to
record on, which start to flash slowly (this process is
called “arming the track(s)”.
2. Press and hold the RECORD (–) key and press the
PLAY (¥) key.
The RECORD (–) key lights red, and the PLAY (¥)
lights green. The track REC keys stop flashing and
light steadily.
3. Press STOP when you’ve finished recording.
4. To return to the place where you started recording,
press and hold down the STOP key, and press the F
FWD (LRP = Last Recording Position) key.
The pan controls position the track in the stereo
“image” you hear in the left and right speakers (or
headphones). The center position is marked by a
“click” when you turn the knob.
The EQ HIGH and EQ LOW equalization controls
work in a similar way to the bass and treble tone
controls on a stereo system. The center “click” position of the knob means there’s no cut or boost for
that control.
You can change the EQ control point of the high and
low equalization controls. See ”EQ settings” on page
31 for details.
You can re-record the track if you’re not happy with it by
going back to the original point and repeating the process.
When you’re happy with your recording, you can un-arm
the track(s) (“safe” them) and arm and record on other
tracks. Remember to reassign the inputs as well as arming
the tracks.
Press the REW or F FWD keys for a short while and then
release them to move backwards or forwards through your
recording (like a tape recorder). Press and hold these keys
to increase the rewind or fast forward speed. Press STOP
to stop (again, like a tape recorder).
To return to the zero point, press and hold down
the STOP key and press the REW (RTZ = Return To
Zero) key.
5. Press PLAY (¥) to start playback of the recorded
tracks.
Use the track fader(s) and the red MASTER fader to
adjust the level of what you hear.
The faders and other mixer controls adjust the output
level of the recorded when playing back recorded
tracks.
More advanced features
The unit has many advanced features which you may want
to use later on. Though we will not go into full detail on all
of them now, you should be aware of a few of them now.
Using marks to locate positions
Although “Recording” on page 24 shows you some ways
of moving around in your song, the unit provides you with
ways to jump around the song using location marks, as
well as locating to locate directly to a position you set.
See “Location” on page 29 for details of how to set and use
these location marks.
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