Tascam DP-24SD Users Manual

DP-24SD

Digital Portastudio

OWNER'S MANUAL

D01258820A

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE

OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT

EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO

RAIN OR MOISTURE.

For U.S.A.

INFORMATION 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 NUMERIQUE DE LA CLASSE B EST CONFORME A
LA NORME NMB-003 DU CANADA.

Declaration of Conformity

Responsible party: TEAC AMERICA, INC.
Address: 1834 Gage Road, Montebello,

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.

We, TEAC EUROPE GmbH. Bahnstrasse 12, 65205
Wiesbaden-Erbenheim, Germany declare in own
responsibility, the TEAC product described in this
manual is in compliance with the corresponding
technical standards.

California, U.S.A.

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

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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 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
ampliers) 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

specied 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.

• 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.

• CAUTION for products that use replaceable lithium
batteries: there is danger of explosion if a battery is
replaced with an incorrect type of battery. Replace
only with the same or equivalent type.

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.

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.

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Safety Information

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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.

(c) Improper disposal of waste equipment can have

serious effects on the 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.

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Contents

1 – Introduction ..............................................8

Features .................................................................................. 8

Items included with the product .................................. 8

Conventions used in this manual ..................................8

Trademarks ............................................................................ 9

Precautions for placement and use ..............................9

Beware of condensation ...................................................9

Cleaning the unit ................................................................. 9

About SD cards .................................................................... 9

Precautions for use ...................................................... 9

Using the TEAC Global Site .............................................. 9

User registration .................................................................. 9

2 - Quick Guide .............................................. 10

Playback and mixing ........................................................ 10

Preparation ...................................................................10

Listening to the demo song ...................................10

Recording and mastering ..............................................11

Creating a new song ................................................. 12

Connecting and setting the input sources ....... 12

Setting the guitar as the recording source for

TRACK 1.......................................................................... 13

Adjusting and monitoring the input level ........13

Recording a guitar to TRACK 1 ..............................13

Playing back the recording .....................................14

Recording a guitar to TRACK 2 ..............................14

Recording a vocal to TRACK 3 ................................15

Mixing the tracks ........................................................ 16

Mastering a recording ..............................................16

Shutting down ................................................................... 18

3 – Names and Functions of Parts ...............19

Top panel .............................................................................19

Front panel ..........................................................................22

Rear panel ............................................................................23

Home screen ....................................................................... 23

Menu structure .................................................................. 24

Screen operations .............................................................25

4 – Preparation ..............................................26

Inserting and removing SD cards ................................26

Inserting an SD card .................................................. 26

Removing the card ....................................................26

About write-protected SD cards ..........................26

Powering the unit .............................................................26

Changing the outlet plug ........................................26

Start-up & Shutdown ....................................................... 27

Starting up the unit ...................................................27

Shutting down ............................................................ 27

Setting the date and time ..............................................27

Preparing an SD card for use ........................................28

Recorder modes ................................................................28

Connecting other equipment ......................................28

Front panel ...................................................................28

Rear panel .....................................................................29

Adjusting the contrast .....................................................29

5 - Song Management ..................................30

Editing names .....................................................................30

Loading a song ..................................................................30

Creating a new song ........................................................31

Saving a song .....................................................................31

Viewing song information .............................................32

Copying songs ...................................................................32

Erasing songs ...................................................................... 32

Protecting songs ............................................................... 33

Deleting unnecessary audio data from a song ...... 33

Changing a song name ...................................................34

6 - Basic Recording........................................35

Selecting the input sources ...........................................35

Assigning inputs ................................................................35

Assigning to a mono track ......................................35

Assigning to a stereo track .....................................35

Assigning to a stereo bus ........................................35

Checking the assignment .......................................35

Canceling an assignment ........................................35

Using phantom power ....................................................36

Monitoring...........................................................................36

Monitor selection .......................................................36

OL indicators and level meters ....................................36

Peak hold display .......................................................37

Setting the Mixer screen ................................................37

Using the input equalizer ........................................ 37

DIGITAL TRIM setting (Track only) ........................38

Sending signals to internal/external effects ....38

Enabling insert effects .............................................38

Setting the stereo position ..................................... 38

Changing the signal phase .....................................38

Checking the fader level ..........................................39

Solo ........................................................................................39

Muting tracks ......................................................................39

Rehearsing the recording ..............................................39

Making the first recording ............................................. 39

Multitrack recording ........................................................40

Setting the tracks for recording ............................40

Setting track pan and level .....................................40

Input selection and assignment ...........................40

Setting input levels ....................................................40

Recording ......................................................................40

Undoing an operation .....................................................40

Undo feature settings ...............................................40

Undoing the last operation (single undo) .........41

Undoing older operations (multiple undo) ......41

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7 - Recorder Functions ..................................42

Punching in and out.........................................................42

Using a foot switch to punch in/out ....................42

Setting the foot switch ............................................. 42

Bouncing tracks .................................................................43

Performing the track bouncing ............................43

Checking the result ...................................................43

Direct Location Function................................................43

Locating directly a specified time ........................44

Locating directly a specified measure/beat .....44

Location marks ..................................................................44

Setting a location mark ............................................44

Skipping to location marks .....................................44

Deleting a location mark .........................................44

Returning to zero or the last recording position ...44

Fast forwarding and rewinding ...................................45

Cueing with the JOG/DATA dial ...................................45

Jogging while viewing a waveform ....................45

Jogging while listening to audio ..........................45

Repeat playback ................................................................45

Setting IN/OUT points ..............................................45

Using repeat playback ..............................................46

Jumpback playback .........................................................46

Checking cueing points (preview) ..............................46

Automatic punching in and out ..................................46

Setting punch-in/out points .................................. 47

Checking punch-in/out points ..............................47

Rehearsing with automatic punching ................47

Recording with automatic punching ..................48

Checking a take...........................................................48

Virtual tracks .......................................................................48

Recording to virtual tracks ......................................48

Assigning virtual tracks ............................................48

8 - Track Editing ............................................49

Overview of track editing...............................................49

Editing points ..............................................................49

Basic editing procedures .........................................49

Explanation of items .................................................49

COPY/PASTE ........................................................................50

COPY/INSERT .......................................................................50

MOVE/PASTE .......................................................................51

MOVE/INSERT ..................................................................... 51

OPEN (Insert Silence)........................................................51

CUT (Remove Part) ............................................................51

SILENCE (Erase Part) ......................................................... 52

CLONE TRACK (Track Duplication) ..............................52

CLEAN OUT (Delete Track) .............................................52

9 - Using Built-In Effects ...............................53

Dynamic effects .................................................................53

Inserting a dynamic effect ...................................... 53

Editing a dynamic effect ..........................................53

Guitar effects ...................................................................... 53

Inserting a guitar effect ...........................................53

Editing guitar effects ................................................ 53

Calling effects from the guitar effect library....54

Saving guitar effects in the library .......................54

Send effects ........................................................................54

Using send effects .....................................................54

Editing send effects ...................................................54

Calling the send effect library ...............................54

Saving send effects in the library .........................54

10 - Mixing Down and Mastering Tracks .....55

Mixing down tracks .......................................................... 55

Levels and balance ....................................................55

Fader group ..................................................................55

Stereo position (panning) .......................................55

Track equalizer ............................................................55

Send effects .................................................................56

Creating a master file .......................................................56

Setting the start and end points ..........................56

Creating a master file ................................................ 57

Exiting Mixdown mode ............................................ 57

Checking the master file ................................................57

Ending master file checking ...................................57

Finishing up a master file (mastering) ....................... 58

Mastering procedures ..............................................58

Using the mastering equalizer ..............................59

Using mastering compression ...............................59

Using normalize ..........................................................60

Exiting Mastering mode ..........................................60

11 - Various Other Functions ........................61

Metronome .........................................................................61

Tuner function ....................................................................62

Setup (PREFERENCE) ........................................................62

Setting automatic power saving ..........................63

Setting automatic monitoring ..............................63

Setting the song name format ..............................63

Restoring the initial preference settings ..................63

Viewing information ........................................................64

12 - SD Card Management ............................65

Quick formatting an SD card ........................................65

Full formatting an SD card .............................................66

13 - Exchanging Data with a Computer .......67

Operating system requirements ................................. 67

Connecting to a computer ............................................67

Disconnecting .............................................................68

Track import and export .................................................68

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Importing tracks .........................................................68

Exporting tracks .........................................................69

Deleting files from the AudioDepot folder .............70

14 – Troubleshooting ....................................71

15 – Messages ...............................................72

General messages .............................................................72

16 – Specifications ........................................75

Ratings ..................................................................................75

Input/output ratings ........................................................75

Analog audio input/output ratings ..................... 75

Control input/output ratings ................................. 75

Audio performance ..........................................................75

Operating requirements ................................................75

General .................................................................................76

Dimensional drawings ....................................................76

Block diagram.....................................................................77

Level diagram .....................................................................78

Contents

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1 – Introduction

Thank you very much for purchasing the TASCAM DP-24SD
Digital Portastudio.

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 TEAC
Global Site (http://teac-global.com/).

Features

This unit uses SD cards for multitrack recording of up to 8 tracks
and playback of up to 24 tracks simultaneously. Multiple tracks
can be mixed down to stereo to create a master file by using the
built-in mixer functions.

Master files can be transferred to a computer that is connected
via USB. Moreover, since transferring data between the unit and
a computer is possible, you can copy tracks and master files, and
back up song files to a computer.

• 24-track Digital Multitrack Recorder that uses SD cards as
recording media

• Supports SDHC standards for large capacity SD cards of up
to 32GB

• Multitrack recorder functions include simultaneous 8 track
recording + 24 track playback (44.1/48kHz, 16/24bit)

• 18+1 45mm faders (for track and master level adjustment)

• Each track has independent SELECT button and REC button

• +48V Phantom power supported mic input

• Eight balanced mic/line inputs (XLR/TRS combo jacks)

• High-impedance guitar input supported (INPUT H only:

6.3mm (1/4") TS phone jack)

• 3.5-inch large TFT color LCD display

• Independent 3-band equalizers for each input and playback
track

• Mixing down to a dedicated master file possible

• Included mastering effects can be used on mix downs of
master files

• Includes Reverb and various other effects that can be
independently adjusted for each playback track

• Auto punch in/out function

• Track bounce function

• Track editing functions include COPY INSERT, COPY PASTE,
MOVE INSERT, MOVE PASTE, OPEN, CUT, SILENCE, CLONE
TRACK, and CLEAN OUT

• Undo and redo functions, including history level setting

• Locate Mark function

• Tuner and metronome functions

• Song data and WAVE files can be copied and backed up to a
computer connected via USB2.0

• Punch in/out and other functions can be assigned to and
controlled by a foot switch (TASCAM RC-3F, sold separately)

Items included with the product

The DP-24SD package contains the following items.
Take care when opening the package not to damage the items.

Keep the package materials for transportation in the future.
Please contact the store where you purchased this unit if any of

these items are missing or have been damaged during transpor­tation.

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

• AC adapter (GPE248-120200-Z) ....................................................×1

• SD memory card (inserted into the unit) ...................................×1

• Owner's Manual (this manual) .......................................................×1

The warranty is included at the end of this manual.

CAUTION

Always use the included GPE248-120200-Z AC adapter with
this unit. Moreover, do not use the included AC adapter with
other equipment. Doing so could cause malfunction, fire or
electric shock.

NOTE

The included AC adapter (GPE248-120200-Z) is shipped with
exchangeable outlet plugs. For details about changing the
outlet plug, see .

Conventions used in this manual

The following conventions are used in this manual.

• Buttons, connectors and other physical parts of this unit are
written using a bold font like this: MENU button.

• Text displayed on the display of the unit appears like this:

MENU

.

• The four buttons beneath the LCD display (F1 to F4) are
function buttons. The functions displayed at the bottom of
each screen are sometimes shown after the button names
in parentheses.
Example: F1 (

• SD and SDHC memory cards are called “SD cards”.

• Text displayed on a computer monitor appears like this: OK.

• Additional information is provided as necessary in tips,
notes and cautions

TIP

These are tips about how to use the unit.

NOTE

These include additional explanations and special cases.

CAUTION

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

TIMELINE

) button, F4 (t) button.

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1 – Introduction

Trademarks

• TASCAM and PORTASTUDIO are trademarks of TEAC
Corporation, registered in the U.S. and other countries.

• SDHC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.

• Windows, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7 and
Windows 8 are either registered trademarks or trademarks
of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other
countries.

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

• Pentium and Intel are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the
U.S. and/or other countries.

• 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. Please use the product appropriately.

Under no circumstances will TEAC Corporation be respon­sible for the consequences of any illegal copying performed
using the recorder.

Beware of condensation

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 unit sit for one or two hours at the new room
temperature before using.

Cleaning the unit

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

About SD cards

This unit uses SD cards for recording and playback.
SD and SDHC cards that are at least 512 MB in size can be used.
A list of SD cards that have been tested with this unit can be

found on the TEAC Global Site (http://teac-global.com/). Use
of cards that have not been verified for use with this unit could
result in the unit not functioning properly.

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.

• Do not remove or insert an SD card when the power is ON.

Precautions for placement and use

• The operating temperature should be between 5°C and
35°C (41°F and 95°F).

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

Places with significant vibrations or that are otherwise
unstable

Near windows or other places exposed to direct sunlight
Near heaters or other extremely hot places
Extremely cold places
Places with bad ventilation or high humidity
Very dusty locations

• Make sure that the unit is mounted in a level position for
correct operation.

• Do not place any object on the unit for heat dissipation.

• Avoid installing this unit on top of any heat-generating
electrical device such as a power amplifier.

Using the TEAC Global Site

You can download the Owner’s Manual necessary for this unit
from the TEAC Global Site (http://teac-global.com/).

1. Open the TEAC Global Site (http://teac-global.com/).

2. In the TASCAM Downloads section, click the desired
language to open the Downloads website page for that
language.

NOTE

If the desired language does not appear, click Other
Languages.

3. Click the product name in the “Search by Model Name”
section to open the Downloads page for that product.

4. Select and download the Owner’s Manual that are needed.

User registration

Customers in the USA, please visit the TASCAM website (http://
tascam.com/) to register as a user online.

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2 - Quick Guide

Playback and mixing

In this section, we will play back the demo song on the included
SD card.

When this unit is purchased new, the SD card with the demo
song on it is already installed in the unit, but we will start by
explaining how to insert an SD card using the procedures below.

Preparation

1. Insert the included SD card into the SD card slot on the rear
panel. Be careful not to forcibly insert the card in the wrong
direction. Doing so could damage the SD card slot or the SD
card.

2. Connect the supplied AC adapter (GPE248-120200-Z) to the
DC IN 12V jack on the rear panel.

4. Press and hold the STANDBY/ON button for a few seconds
on the rear panel to turn the power ON. When the unit starts,
the Home screen appears on the display.

Start-up screen

AC outlet

DC plug

CAUTION

Always use the included GPE248-120200-Z AC adapter.
Use of a different adapter could cause malfunction, fire or

electric shock.

3. Connect headphones to the PHONES jack on the front
panel.

Home screen

CAUTION

•

Do not remove or insert an SD card when the power is ON.
Always turn the power OFF (standby) before removing or
inserting an SD card.

•

When the power is on, do not cut the power to the unit by,
for example disconnecting the power cord. All settings made
since the last time you saved will not be saved. If you cut the
power while an SD card is being accessed, all recorded songs
and data may be damaged and cannot be recovered.

•

Before turning the power ON, minimize the headphones
volume and the volume on any monitoring system
connected to this unit.

TIP

If an amplifier or powered speakers are connected to the

MONITOR OUT jacks, you can monitor using speakers.

Listening to the demo song

The included SD card in the unit contains a demo song. We
will use this demo song to practice listening to and mixing a
recording.

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

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Headphones

2 - Quick Guide

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

3. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b/g/t)
buttons to select (green highlight)
the F4 (t) button.

The

4. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b) buttons to
select
open a sub-menu.

MENU

screen.

SONG LIST

DEMO SONG

SONG

, and then press

screen appears.

, and then press the F4 (t) button to

The STEREO fader adjusts the overall volume of TRACK 1 to
23/24. The standard position of the STEREO fader is 0dB.

Use TRACK 1 to 23/24 faders to adjust the balance of the
tracks.

Use the MONITOR LEVEL knob to adjust the final
monitoring volume.

9. Press the MIXER button to open the

10. 1Press the SOURCE button to select INPUT A to H, or press
the SELECT button to select a track to be set, and then use
the PAN knob to set the stereo signal position of each track.

Mixer

screen.

TIP

•

Press the STOP (8) and REW (m) (TO ZERO) buttons at
the same time to return to the beginning of the song (ZERO
point) (TO ZERO function).

•

If you press the wrong button and open a different screen,
press the HOME button to return to the Home screen at any
time.

5. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b) buttons to

select

LOAD

, and then press the F4 (t) button.

The

SONG LOAD

6. Press the F2 (
The demo song is loaded and the display returns to the

SONG LIST

pop-up window appears.

YES

) button to load the demo song.

screen.

Recording and mastering

In this section we will practice multitrack recording.
Here we will explain how to connect an electric guitar and

rhythm guitar to INPUT H, and an external microphone to
INPUT B.

In the following example, we will explain how to record a
rhythm guitar part with an electric guitar to track 1 and a lead
guitar part to track 2. Then, we will use the external microphone
to record vocals to track 3. Finally, we will mix down the tracks
to stereo.

We will assume that you have already followed the instruc­tions in the previous section, and that you have connected the
monitoring equipment, started the unit and inserted the SD
card.

7. Press the HOME button to return to the Home screen.

8. Press the PLAY (7) button, and raise the TRACK 1 to 23/24
faders, the STEREO fader and the MONITOR LEVEL knob to
listen to the demo song.

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2 - Quick Guide

Creating a new song

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

2. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b/g/t)
buttons to select (green highlight)
the F4 (t) button.

The

3. Press the F4 (t) button to open the sub-menu and then
use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b) buttons to
select

MENU

screen.

SONG LIST

CREATE

.

screen appears.

SONG

, and then press

7. Press the F2 (
The currently loaded song is saved and a new song is

created.

8. Press the HOME button to return to the Home screen.

YES

) button.

Connecting and setting the input sources

1. Connect an electric guitar to the MIC/LINE INPUTS H jack on
the rear panel.

4. Press the F4 (t) button to open the

pop-up window.

The created song is given the name

5. Change the name (title) of the song as necessary in the item

Name

. (See “Editing names” on page 30.)

6. Use the CURSOR (5/b) buttons to move the cursor (blue

highlight) to select
and then use the JOG/DATA dial to set.

Bit

(Bit rate), Hz (Sampling frequency),

SONG CREATE

SONG_0002

.

Guitar

2. Set the LINE-GUITAR switch to GUITAR on the rear panel.

The GUITAR indicator lights.

GUITAR indicator

Now the guitar becomes the input source for INPUT H.

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TIP

When connecting an electric-acoustic guitar with a built-in
preamp or an active-type electric guitar, or when using an
effects pedal, for example, between the guitar and this unit,
set the LINE-GUITAR switch to LINE on the rear panel.

2 - Quick Guide

Setting the guitar as the recording source for TRACK 1

When you press the ASSIGN button to open the Assign screen,
the default screen setting for the recording source is A (INPUT
A) for TRACK 1, B (INPUT B) for TRACK 2, C (INPUT C) for TRACK
3, and so on for D to H (INPUT D to H) for TRACK 4 to 8. (See
“Assigning inputs” on page 35.)

Since initially the input source of the INPUT H is set as the
recording source of the TRACK 8, you must change the recording
source to TRACK 1.

Follow the procedure below to change the recording source of
the TRACK 1.

1. Press the ASSIGN button to open the Assign screen.

2. Use the CURSOR (5/b/g/t) buttons or press the

SELECT button for TRACK 1 and align the cursor (frame) on
the Assign screen with

3. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the SOURCE button for INPUT H
to set the recording source of TRACK 1 to H.

TRACK 1

.

3. Use the TRIM knob for INPUT H to adjust the guitar input
level. Set the TRIM knob so that the OL indicator for INPUT H
does not light even when the loudest sound to be recorded
is input.

If the OL indicator continues to light even when the TRIM
knob is turned down, the guitar signal itself is too loud. In
this case, lower the output level on the guitar.

OL indicator

When you play the guitar, the input level is shown by the
level meter for 1 (TRACK 1) on the display.

When you raise the fader for TRACK 1, the STEREO fader
and the MONITOR LEVEL knob, you can hear the sound of
the guitar through the headphones, and the L and R level
meters move.

Adjusting and monitoring the input level

1. Press the HOME button to return to the Home screen.

2. Press the REC button for TRACK 1.
The REC button flashes and the unit enters recording

standby.

NOTE

•

You can use the PAN knob for TRACK 1 on the Mixer screen
to set the stereo position for monitoring.

•

When the REC button for TRACK 1 is unlit, you cannot hear
the guitar sound that is being input.

Recording a guitar to TRACK 1

1. Press the RECORD (0) button to start recording and play

the guitar.
The REC button for TRACK 1 stops flashing and lights

steadily.

2. After you finish your performance, press the STOP (8)

button to stop recording.
The recorded file is saved in the folder of the currently

loaded song.

3. Press the REC button for TRACK 1 so the REC button
becomes unlit.

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2 - Quick Guide

Playing back the recording

1. To return to the beginning of the song (ZERO point), press

and hold the STOP (8) button and press the REW (m)
(TO ZERO) button (TO ZERO function).

2. Press the PLAY (7) button to play back the recording on

TRACK 1.

3. Use the fader for TRACK 1 and the STEREO fader to adjust
the playback monitoring level. Use the MONITOR LEVEL
knob to adjust the final monitoring volume.

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Use the PAN knob for TRACK 1 on the Mixer screen to set the
stereo position of the track signal.

Recording a guitar to TRACK 2

Now you should listen to the rhythm guitar on TRACK 1 and play
the lead guitar on TRACK 2.

Follow the procedure below to change the recording source of
the TRACK 2.

1. Press the ASSIGN button to open the Assign screen.

Record the lead guitar sound from INPUT H to TRACK 2. By
default, INPUT B is assigned to TRACK 2.

2. Use the CURSOR (5/b/g/t) buttons or press the
SELECT button for TRACK 2 and align the cursor (frame) on
the Assign screen with

Use the JOG/DATA dial or press the SOURCE button for
INPUT H to set the recording source of the TRACK 2 to H.

TRACK 2

.

3. Press the HOME button to return to the Home screen.

4. Press the REC button for TRACK 2.
Its REC indicator blinks and the unit enters record standby.
When you play the guitar, the input level is shown by the

level meter for 2 (TRACK 2).

5. Return to the beginning of the song (ZERO point) and start
playback of the recorded rhythm guitar to play the lead
guitar part along with the recording.

Raise the fader for TRACK 2 to hear both the playback of
TRACK 1 and input guitar signal through your headphones.

6. As necessary, use the faders for TRACK 1 and 2, PAN knobs,
STEREO fader and MONITOR LEVEL knob to adjust the
monitoring level and balance.

7. Return to the beginning of the song, press the RECORD (0)
button to start recording, and play the lead guitar part.

The RECORD (0) button lights red, and the REC indicator
for TRACK 2 stops flashing and becomes lit.

8. After you finish your performance, press the STOP (8)
button to stop recording.

The recorded file is saved in the folder of the currently
loaded song.

9. Press the REC button for TRACK 2 so the REC button
becomes unlit.

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2 - Quick Guide

Recording a vocal to TRACK 3

1. Press the ASSIGN button to open the Assign screen.

2. Use the CURSOR (5/b/g/t) buttons or press the

SELECT button for TRACK 3 and align the cursor (frame) on
the Assign screen with

Use the JOG/DATA dial or press the SOURCE button for
INPUT B to set the recording source of the TRACK 3 to B.

3. Press the HOME button to return to the Home screen.

TRACK 3

.

NOTE

If the OL indicator continues to light even when the TRIM
knob is turned down, the mic signal itself is too loud. In this
case, move the mic further away from the sound source or
lower the volume of the sound source.

6. Return to the beginning of the song, start playback of the
recorded rhythm guitar and lead guitar parts, and sing along
with the recording.

You can hear the playback of the recorded guitar parts on
tracks 1 and 2 along with the vocal on your headphones.

7. As necessary, use the faders for TRACK 1 and 2, PAN knobs,
STEREO fader and MONITOR LEVEL knob to adjust the
monitoring level and balance.

8. Return to the beginning of the song, press the RECORD
(0) button to start recording, and then sing along with the
recording.

The RECORD (0) button lights red, and the REC indicator
for TRACK 3 stops flashing and lights steadily.

9. After you finish your performance, press the STOP (8)
button to stop recording.

The recorded file is saved in the folder of the currently
loaded song.

10. 1Press the REC button for TRACK 3 so that the REC button
becomes unlit.

4. Press the REC button for TRACK 3.
The REC indicator blinks and the unit enters record standby.

5. Use the TRIM knob for INPUT B to adjust the input level
suitably for the mic. Set the TRIM knob so that the OL
indicator for INPUT B does not light even when the loudest
sound to be recorded is input.

When you input a sound through an external microphone,
the input level is shown by the 3 level meter.

When you raise the fader for TRACK 3, the STEREO fader and
the MONITOR LEVEL knob, you can hear the sound of the
mic input through the headphones.

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2 - Quick Guide

Mixing the tracks

Once you have finished your recording, you are ready to mix
down and create a master file.

1. Use the faders for TRACK 1 to 3 to adjust their balance of
levels. Use the STEREO fader to adjust the overall level.

2. Press the MIXER button to open the Mixer screen.
Press the SELECT buttons for TRACK 1 to 3 to select the

track to be set and then use the PAN knob to set its stereo
position.

3. Set the IN point.
The interval from the IN point to the OUT point will be used

for the master file.
Play back the song, press and hold the MARK SET button

and press the IN button at the point where you want to start
the master file.

The position where you pressed the button is set as the IN
point, which is where the mix down will start.

4. Set the OUT point.
Play back the song, press and hold the MARK SET button

and press the OUT button where you want to end the
master file.

The position where you pressed the button is set as the OUT
point, which is where the mix down will end.

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You can also press and hold the MARK SET button and press
the IN or OUT button to set the IN and OUT points when
playback is stopped.

5. Press the MIXDOWN/MASTERING button.
The Recorder mode switches to

display returns to the Home screen.

Mixdown

mode and the

•

During recording, you can use the track faders to adjust the
levels of the tracks and the overall level.

•

You can also use the equalizer or reverb effect while
recording a master file. (See “Track equalizer” on page 55
and “Send effects” on page 54.)

•

You can mute unwanted tracks so that they are not recorded
to the master file. (See “Muting tracks” on page 39.)

Mastering a recording

You can adjust the master file to tailor the sound to your
preference. This process is called mastering.

8

Checking the master file

1. When Recorder mode is
MIXDOWN/MASTERING button to open the
screen.

The Recorder mode switches to
the display returns to the Home screen.

NOTE

•

In Mastering mode,
left corner of the Home screen.

•

When a master file does not exist, the Recorder mode
cannot switch to

•

If Recorder mode is
press the MIXDOWN/MASTERING button to switch to
the

Mixdown

MASTERING button again to switch to the
mode.

2. In this mode, press the PL AY (7) button to listen to the
master file that you have created.

mode , and then press the MIXDOWN/

NOTE

•

Confirm that both the EQ and

OFF

. If either is set to ON, the sound heard will be affected
by the equalizer and/or compressor. (See “Using the
mastering equalizer” on page 59 and “Using mastering
compression” on page 59.)

•

In

Mastering

to adjust the level.

Mixdown

Mastering

Mastering

Multi Track

mode, the STEREO fader cannot be used

mode, press the

MASTERING

Mastering

appears on the upper

mode.

mode , you can

COMP

items are set to

mode and

Mastering

NOTE

In Mixdown mode,
corner of the Home screen.

6. Press the RECORD (0) button.

The master file recording starts.
Recording stops automatically when the OUT point is

reached.

Mixdown

appears on the upper left

NOTE

•

The IN and OUT points must be at least 4 seconds apart. If
the interval is shorter than 4 seconds, the message

Too Short

switch to

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will appear and the Recorder mode cannot

Mixdown

mode .

I/O

2 - Quick Guide

8

Applying equalization

In this example, we will use the equalizer on the master file to
reduce high frequencies and increase low frequencies slightly.

1. When Recorder mode is
(EQ) button to open the

2. Turn the EQ HIGH knob to the left to lower the
for

HIGH

shown on the screen. Set to "

the high frequencies.

3. Next turn the EQ MID knob to the left to lower the

MID

. Set to "

4. Next, turn the EQ LOW knob to the right to raise the
knob for
increase the low frequencies.

5. Press the ON/OFF button on the right of the LOW knob to
turn the equalizer on.

-2dB

LOW

shown on the screen. Set to "

Mastering

EQUALIZER

". This reduces the mid frequencies.

mode, press the F1

screen.

GAIN

-2dB

". This reduces

GAIN

+6dB

". This

knob

GAIN

for

8

Applying compression

Use the compressor on the master file to adjust the impact of
the entire song.

1. When Recorder mode is
(

COMP

) button to open the

2. Press the F3 (

3. Use the JOG/DATA dial to select (blue highlight) an item
from the list and then press the F4 (t) button to load the
appropriate setting from the library.

The library list closes.

LIBRARY

Mastering

COMP MULTI

) button to open the library list.

mode, press the F2

screen.

6. Press the F1 (g) button to return to the Mastering screen.

7. Now you can press the PL AY (7) button to listen to the

master file with equalization.

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You can also adjust the parameters on the
screen using the CURSOR buttons and JOG/DATA dial.

4. Press the F4 (ON) button to turn the compressor on.
The indication

5. Press the F1 (g) button to return to the Mastering screen.

6. Press the PLAY (7) button on the Mastering screen to listen
to the master file with compression.

OFF

changes to ON.

COMP MULTI

NOTE

If the EQ item is set to ON on the
effect of the equalizer on the sound will also be heard.

EQUALIZER

screen, the

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2 - Quick Guide

8

Normalizing

Normalizing maximizes the volume of the master file.

1. When Recorder mode is
(

NORM

) button to open the

Mastering

NORMALIZE

mode, press the F4

screen.

Shutting down

Turn the unit off when you are done using it.

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

2. Press the F2 (

3. Once the process is completed, the display returns to the
Mastering screen.

8

Re-recording the master file

Re-record the master file with equalization and compression
applied to create a new master file.

1. When Recorder mode is
RECORD (0) button.

2. This will record over the master file and create a new master
file with equalization and compression applied.

YES

) button to perform the normalization.

Mastering

mode, press the

2. Press and hold the STANDBY/ON button on the rear panel
until

PORTASTUDIO

When the unit completes its automatic shutdown
procedure, which includes recording various information
about the operations that have been performed until now,
the power turns off (standby).

Always use the procedure above to turn the power off
properly.

appears on the display.

CAUTION

When the power is on, do not cut the power to the unit by,
for example disconnecting the power cord. All settings made
since the last time you saved will not be saved. If you cut the
power while an SD card is being accessed, all recorded songs
and data may be damaged and cannot be recovered.

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Top panel

3 – Names and Functions of Parts

1 GUITAR indicator

This indicator lights when the LINE-GUITAR switch on the
rear panel is set to GUITAR.

2 Display

Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b/g/t)
buttons to return to the Home screen, to open the
screen, to assign input signals to tracks, to change param­eters for each input or track, and to perform many other
operations.

3 PHANTOM (+48V) button/indicator

Use this button to turn the phantom power on/off for the
MIC/LINE INPUT A-D and E-H jacks on the rear panel.

The PHANTOM indicator lights when phantom power is
turned on.

When the GUITAR indicator is lit, even if phantom (+48V)
power is ON (indicator lit) for E-H, INPUT H will not receive
phantom power.

CAUTION

•

Use the STEREO fader and MONITOR LEVEL knob to lower
the output volume of the unit before turning phantom
power on or off. Depending on the microphone, a loud noise
could occur, damaging equipment and harming people's
hearing.

•

Do not connect or disconnect a microphone when phantom
power is turned on. Doing so could cause a loud noise and
might damage this unit and connected equipment.

•

Turn phantom power on only when using a condenser
microphone that requires phantom power. Turning
phantom power on when a dynamic mic or other mic that

MENU

does not require it is connected could damage this unit and
connected equipment.

•

When using condenser mics that require phantom power
and dynamic mics together, be sure to use balanced
dynamic mics. Unbalanced dynamic mics cannot be used
when phantom power is enabled.

•

Supplying phantom power to some ribbon mics will break
them. If you are unsure, do not supply phantom power to a
ribbon mic.

4 OL indicators (A-H)

These indicators light when the input source signal is too
loud.

5 TRIM knobs (A-H)

Use these knobs to adjust the input levels. (See “Making the
first recording” on page 39.)

6 SOURCE buttons/indicators

When you press one of these buttons, the corresponding
input (INPUT A to H) is selected (its button lights) as the
input source.

The mixer and other functions are applied to the selected
input.

These buttons are also used to assign an input source to a
track (see “Assigning inputs” on page 35).

7 MUTE/SOLO indicators

These indicators light when a track is muted or in Solo
mode. When the SOLO button is not lit, it indicates the track
is in Mute mode. When the SOLO button is lit, it indicates
the track is in Solo mode.

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3 – Names and Functions of Parts

8 REC buttons/indicators

Use these buttons to turn recording on/off for each track.
To monitor a track's input sound through headphones or

a monitoring system, press the REC button for the corre­sponding track.

When the REC button is turned on, the REC button flashes
when the recorder is stopped, and lights during recording.

9 SELECT buttons/indicators

When you press one of these buttons, the corresponding
track (1 to 23/24) is selected (its button lights) as the current
channel.

The mixer and other functions are applied to the current
channel.

These buttons are also used for the following purposes.

• To assign an input source to a track (See “Assigning
inputs” on page 35.)

• To assign effects to an input (See “Inserting a guitar
effect” on page 53.)

• To select the group for FADER GROUP

0 TRACK faders (TRACK 1 to TRACK 23/24)

Use these faders to adjust the monitoring level of a track's
playback signal or the input signal assigned to the track.
(See “Levels and balance” on page 55.)

(

00:00:00:00

position (LAST REC point). (See “Returning to zero or the last
recording position” on page 44.)

= ZERO point) or the last recording

i PLAY (7) button/indicator

Press this button to start playback.
During recording, press this button to stop recording and

start playback (punch out).
During playback or recording, the PLAY (7) button

becomes lit.

o RECORD (0) button/indicator

Press this button to start recording.
This button becomes lit during recording. During playback,

if you press this button when a track REC button is flashing,
recording to that track will begin (punch in). (See “Automatic
punching in and out” on page 46.)

q Operation buttons for various functions

Use these buttons to activate/deactivate functions or to
perform the operation set to them.

w FADER GROUP button/indicator

Press this button to set a fader group.
The button becomes lit. (See “Fader group” on page 55.)

e STEREO SELECT button/indicator

When the Assign screen is displayed, you can press this
button to move the cursor from the

STEREO BUS

(See “Assigning to a stereo bus” on page 35.)

display, and set the input for the stereo bus.

TRACK

display to the

r STEREO fader

Use this fader to adjust the stereo signal level output from
the STEREO OUT jacks and PHONES jack. Use this fader
also to adjust the recording level when bouncing or mixing
down tracks.

t REW (m) (TO ZERO) button

When stopped or during playback, press and hold this
button to rewind. Rewind is performed at a fixed 10x speed.

Press briefly to jump to the previous mark.
Press and hold the STOP (8) button and press this button

to locate the beginning of the song (
ZERO point). (See “Returning to zero or the last recording
position” on page 44.)

00:00:00:00

y F FWD (,) (TO LAST REC) button

When stopped or during playback, press and hold this
button to fast-forward. Fast-forward is performed at a fixed
10x speed.

Press briefly to jump to the next mark.
Press and hold the STOP (8) button and press this button

to locate the last recording position (LAST REC point). (See
“Returning to zero or the last recording position” on page

44.)

u STOP (8) button

Use this button to stop playback, recording and
fast-forward/rewind. Press at the same time as you press
the REW (m) (TO ZERO) button or F FWD (,) (TO
LAST REC) button to locate the beginning of the song

=

p Color display

3.5-inch TFT LCD display with a resolution of 320x240 dots.
This display shows various types of information.

NOTE

The display is produced with extremely high-precision
manufacturing technologies. More than 99.99% of the
pixels operate to specification. Less than 0.01% of the pixels
may occasionally misfire or appear as red or black dots.
This does not constitute a malfunction.

a GAIN (HIGH/MID/LOW) knobs

Use these knobs to adjust the equalizer gain. (See “Using the
input equalizer” on page 37.)

s FREQ (HIGH/MID/LOW) knobs

Use these knobs to adjust the center frequency of the
equalizer. (See “Using the input equalizer” on page 37.)

d Q knob

Use this knob to adjust the MID bandwidth of the equalizer.
(See “Using the input equalizer” on page 37.)

f EQUALIZER ON/OFF button

Use this button to turn the equalizer on and off. (See “Using
the input equalizer” on page 37.)

g JOG/DATA dial

When the Home screen is displayed, you can use this dial
to perform transport jog operations. (See “Cueing with the
JOG/DATA dial” on page 45.)

Use this dial to change parameter values and select items
when using menus.

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h ASSIGN button/indicator

Use this button to set (assign) the input (INPUT A to H)
for each track. When you press this button, the Assign
screen opens. The input signal of the assigned input source
becomes the recording source. (See “Assigning inputs” on
page 35.)

j MIXER button/indicator

Press this button to open the Mixer screen.
On this screen, you can adjust the settings for the inputs

(INPUT A to H) or tracks (including GROUP) that are selected.
(See “Bouncing tracks” on page 43.)

k DYNAMICS button/indicator

Pressing this button opens a screen to adjust the settings
for the effects applied to the inputs (INPUT A to H). (See
“Dynamic effects” on page 53.)

l EFFECT button/indicator

Pressing this button opens a screen to make adjustments
in the effects. (See “Guitar effects” on page 53 and “Send
effects” on page 54.)

; MENU button

Press this button to open the
structure” on page 24.)

MENU

screen. (See “Menu

z HOME button

Press this button to open the Home screen. (See “Home
screen” on page 23.)

x F1 to F4 (Function) buttons

The functions of these buttons depend on the screen
currently displayed. The functions currently assigned to the
F1 to F4 buttons are shown at the bottom of the screen.

c PAN knob

Use this knob to adjust the stereo position of the track's
playback signal or the input signal assigned to that track.
(See “Stereo position (panning)” on page 55.)

v SEND EFF 1/EFF 2 knobs

Use these knobs to adjust the output of the EFFECT SENDS
jacks.

You can also use the SEND EFF 1 knob to adjust the internal
effects. (See “Sending signals to internal/external effects” on
page 38.)

b SEND MASTER 1/MASTER 2 knobs

Use these knobs to adjust the output of the EFFECT SENDS
jacks.

You can also use the SEND MASTER 1 knob to adjust the
internal effects. (See “Sending signals to internal/external
effects” on page 38.)

n CURSOR (5/b/g/t) buttons

Use these buttons to move the cursor on the screen.

m JOG PLAY button

Press this button to switch to the Search mode.

3 – Names and Functions of Parts

, SOLO button/indicator

Press this button to switch to the Solo mode (the button
lights). (See “Solo” on page 39.)

. MUTE button/indicator

Press this button to switch to the Mute mode (the button
lights). (See “Muting tracks” on page 39.)

/ TRACK EDIT button

Press this button to open the
“8 - Track Editing” on page 49.)

! VIRTUAL TRACK button/indicator

The

VIRTUAL TRACK

tracks” on page 48.)

@ BOUNCE button/indicator

Press this button to switch to the Bounce mode (the button
lights). (See “Bouncing tracks” on page 43.)

# MIXDOWN/MASTERING button/indicator

Press this button to switch the Recorder mode among

Multi Track, Mixdown

• In

Multi Track

the

Mixdown

• In

Mixdown

Mastering

it to return to the
no master file.

• In

Mastering

Multi Track

mode.

mode, press this button to switch to the

mode when there is a master file, or press

Multi Track

mode, press this button to return to the

mode.

NOTE

The current mode is displayed on the Home screen.

$ METRONOME button/indicator

Press this button to set the metronome.
The button flashes according to the set tempo/beat. (See

“Metronome” on page 61.)

% UNDO/REDO button/indicator

Press this button to undo the immediately previous action
(single undo) or cancel a single undo (redo). (See “Undoing
an operation” on page 40.)

After a single undo or multi-undo, the UNDO/REDO button
becomes lit, showing that an operation has been undone.

TRACK EDIT

screen appears. (See “Virtual

and

Mastering

mode, press this button to switch to

screen. (See

modes.

mode when there is

^ MONITOR SELECT button

Press this button to open the
window on the Home screen. (See “Monitor selection” on
page 36.)

MONITOR SELECT

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3 – Names and Functions of Parts

& MONITOR LEVEL knob

Use this knob to adjust the output level of the output
signals.

* MARK SET button

During recording or playback, press this button to set a mark
manually. (See “Location marks” on page 44.)

( AUTO PUNCH button/indicator

Press this button to turn the auto punch mode on and off.
When auto punch mode is turned on,

displayed on the Home screen. (See “Automatic punching in
and out” on page 46.)

Auto Punch

) IN button

Press this button to locate the IN point.
Press and hold the MARK SET button and press this button

to set the IN point.
Press and hold the JUMPBACK (PREVIEW) button and

press this button to perform the pre-roll playback up to the
current position and stop. (See “Checking cueing points
(preview)” on page 46.)

Front panel

is

Q REHEARSE button/indicator

Use this button to turn the Rehearse mode on and off. In
addition to auto punch in/out, you can also use the Rehearse
mode for ordinary recording. (See “Rehearsing the recording”
on page 39.)

W OUT button

Press this button to locate the OUT point.
Press and hold the MARK SET button and press this button

to set the OUT point.
Press and hold the JUMPBACK (PREVIEW) button and

press this button to perform the post-roll playback from the
current position, return and stop. (See “Checking cueing
points (preview)” on page 46.)

E REPEAT button/indicator

Press to this button to turn Repeat Playback mode on and
off. (See “Using repeat playback” on page 46.)

R JUMPBACK (PREVIEW) button

Press this button to rewind the specified number of seconds
from the current position and start playback. (See “Jumpback
playback” on page 46.)

T REC SAFE button

Press to disable recording on all tracks.

Y PHONES jack

Use this stereo standard jack to connect stereo headphones.
Use the MONITOR LEVEL knob on the top panel to adjust

the volume.

CAUTION

Before connecting headphones, use the MONITOR LEVEL
knob on the top panel to set to the volume to minimum. A
loud noise could occur, resulting in damages to equipment
and people's hearing.

U REMOTE jack (2.5mm dia. TRS jack)

Connect the TASCAM RC-3F foot switch (sold separately).
This allows you to remotely control a variety of operations,
including punch in/out (start and stop recording).

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Rear panel

3 – Names and Functions of Parts

I STANDBY/ON button

When the power is OFF (standby), press and hold this button
to turn the power on. When power is ON, press and hold
this button to turn the power off (standby). (See “Start-up &
Shutdown” on page 27.)

O SD card slot

Insert the SD card into this slot.

P USB port

Use the included USB cable to connect with a computer USB
port. (See “Connecting to a computer” on page 67.)

CAUTION

Always connect the unit directly to a computer. Do not use
a USB hub.

A Kensington lock attachment hole
S DC IN 12V jack

Connect the supplied GPE248-120200-Z AC adapter.

D MONITOR OUT jacks (standard balanced TRS jacks)

These jacks output the signal selected in the monitor section
of the top panel. These are standard balanced phone jacks.

F EFFECT SENDS jacks (standard unbalanced TS jacks)

These jacks output the signal from effect sends 1 and 2.

G STEREO OUT jacks (unbalanced RCA jacks)

These jacks output the stereo bus signal.

H LINE-GUITAR switch

You must set this switch according to the input source of the
MIC/LINE INPUTS H. When connecting directly an electric
guitar, electric bass or other similar instrument, set this
switch to GUITAR. When connecting a digital instrument or
an audio equipment, set it to LINE.

J MIC/LINE INPUTS A-H jacks (balanced)

These are balanced analog XLR/TRS combo jacks for micro­phone and line inputs.

• XLR (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)

• TRS (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)

Home screen

Home screen and track level meter display

1 Counter mode display

Displays the currently selected time counter mode:

BAR

.

2 Recorder time counter display

Displays the elapsed time from the start of the song.

3 REMAIN time display

Displays the remaining recordable time (Hours : Minutes) of
the SD card.

4 Repeat playback

When the unit is in Repeat Playback mode, the icon
appears.

5 Playback position display

Displays the current Playback position.

6 Recorder mode display

Displays the current Recorder mode.

Multi Track

Bounce

Mixdown

Mastering

Multi Track mode

Bounce mode

Mixdown mode

Mastering mode

ABS

or

The following items are also displayed:

Auto Punch

and

Search

.

Rehearsal

7 INPUT A to H overload indicators

If the input signal of any INPUT A to H source is too loud,
the corresponding indicators light.

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8 Track level meter

Displays input signal levels during recording and playback
signal levels during playback.

9 Song name display

Displays the song name during playback.

0 IN/OUT point time display

Press and hold the MARK SET button and press the IN or
OUT button to display the set IN or OUT point.

q Stereo level meter

Displays the signal level output from the STEREO OUT jacks.

w TIMELINE/METER display

When the level meter is displayed on the recorder track
section of the Home screen, press the F1 (
button to change from level meter display to time line
display.

When the time line is displayed on the recorder track section
of the Home screen, press the F1 (
time line display to level meter display.

Timeline display on the Home screen

METER

TIMELINE

) to change from

e SAVE display

Press the F2 (
(Saving a song) pop-up window.

SAVE

) button to open the

SONG SAVE

Menu structure

Press the MENU button to open the
The menu contains the following items.

Menu item Function

SONG

AUDIO DEPOT

INFORMATION

)

TUNER

USB

FORMAT

PREFERENCE

You can also use dedicated buttons to open specific setting
screens.

The menu contains the following items.

Button Function

ASSIGN

MIXER

DYNAMICS

EFFECT

BOUNCE Performs track bouncing. page 43

MIXDOWN/
MASTERING

METRONOME Sets the metronome. page 61

Performs song loading, saving
and creation, and other
song-related operations.

Performs import and export of
WAV files.

Provides information about a
song, file, and system.

Performs the tuning of musical
instruments.

Performs USB settings. page 67

Formats SD cards. page 65

Setting the date and time page 27

Adjusting the contrast page 29

Peak hold display page 37

Using a foot switch to punch
in/out

jumpback playback page 46

Setting automatic power
saving

Setting automatic monitoring page 63

Assigns track sources to
INPUT A to H.

Displays the Mixer screen
to make equalizer settings
for tracks and inputs.

Assigns dynamic
type effects such as
compressor, etc., and
makes parameters
settings.

Assigns each type of effect
and makes parameter
settings.

Creates and adjusts
master files.

MENU

screen.

Reference

page

page 32

page 68

page 64

page 62

page 42

page 63

Reference

page

page 35

page 37,
page 55

page 53

page 53

page 57

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F2 F3 F4

Screen operations

Use the MENU button and dedicated buttons to open screens,
and then follow the guidelines below to use the functions on
the screens.

These examples show basic operation procedures, but the
actual assignments of the function buttons (F1 to F4 buttons)
vary depending on the screen.

• Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b/g/t)

buttons to select (green highlight) the desired item.

This example shows the
The

SONG

menu item is selected on this screen.

NOTE

About function buttons

The assignments of the function buttons (F1 to F4) are
shown at the bottom of the screen above the buttons
themselves.

MENU

screen.

• When the cursor (blue highlight) is on a setting value, use the
JOG/DATA dial to change the value.

To select an item, use the CURSOR (5/b) buttons.

This example shows the
Use the JOG/DATA dial to change the value.
Move the cursor (blue highlight) up or down.

• When you have to move left or right, use the CURSOR
(g/t) buttons.

• Press the HOME button to return to the Home Screen.

PREFERENCE

screen.

"4" above the F2 button shows that "4" is assigned to the
F2 button when using this screen.

In this manual, the function assigned to a function button is
described as F2 (4) button, for example.

In this way, "
assigned to the F4 button.

• When an item has a sub-menu, "t" appears on its right side,
and the F4 (t) button is used to open it.

• On the sub-menu, you can press the F1 (g) button to return
to the previous screen.

This example shows the
On the sub-menu, use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR

(5/b) buttons to select
button to load the song.

INFO

" is assigned to the F3 button, and "t" is

LOAD

screen.

LOAD

, and then press the F4 (t)

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4 – Preparation

$%

Inserting and removing SD cards

Inserting an SD card

Insert the SD card into the SD card slot on the rear panel as
shown in the illustration until it clicks into place.

NOTE

An SD card is installed in the SD card slot when the unit is
shipped from the factory. If you want to use this card to
record and play tracks, there is no need to reinstall it.

Removing the card

Push the loaded card in gently to eject it.

Powering the unit

As shown in the illustration, connect the included GPE248­120200-Z AC adapter to the DC IN 12V jack.

AC outlet

DC plug

CAUTION

•

Use only the included GPE248-120200-Z AC adapter and
power cord. Use of a different AC adapter could cause
malfunction, fire or electric shock.

•

Be sure to use the included GPE248-120200-Z AC adapter to
supply power to this unit. Power cannot be supplied to this
unit via USB.

CAUTION

•

Always turn the power off (standby) before removing an SD
card.
If you remove or insert an SD card when the power is on,
recorded data may be lost and cannot be recovered.

•

SD and SDHC cards that are at least 512 MB in size can be
used.

•

A list of SD cards that have been confirmed to work with
this unit can be found on the TEAC Global Site (http://
teac-global.com/).

About write-protected SD cards

SD cards have write-protect (lock) switches.

Unprotected Protected

When the protect switch is in the LOCK position, files cannot be
recorded or edited on the card. Slide the switch away from the
LOCK position if you want to record, erase or otherwise change
files on a card.

NOTE

The AC adapter for the unit includes two types of outlet
plugs. Attach the type of plug that matches the power outlet
that you are using.

Changing the outlet plug

3

2

1

1 Move the latch on the AC adapter in the direction of the

arrow.

2 Pull off the outlet plug.
3 Replace it with the other outlet plug (A or B).
4 Move the latch on the AC adapter in the direction of the

arrow again.

5 Attach the outlet plug to the AC adapter.

This completes changing the outlet plug.
After changing the outlet plug, confirm that is not

loose or crooked and that everything is normal before
plugging it into an outlet

CAUTION

Do not use the adapter if there is anything abnormal about
the plug after changing it. Use when the plug is abnormal
could cause fire or electric shock. Contact the retailer where
you purchased the unit or a TEAC service center (on the back
cover) to request repair.

5

4

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Start-up & Shutdown

CAUTION

•

Turn down the volume of the sound monitoring system
connected to the unit before starting up or shutting down
the unit.

•

Do not use headphones when starting up or shutting down
the unit. Otherwise, a large noise would cause damage to
headphones or your ears.

Starting up the unit

Press and hold the STANDBY/ON button on the rear panel for a
few seconds.

When the unit starts, the startup screen appears briefly followed
by the Home screen.

Start-up screen

CAUTION

When the power is on, do not cut the power to the unit by,
for example disconnecting the power cord. All settings made
since the last time you saved will not be saved. If you cut the
power while an SD card is being accessed, all recorded songs
and data may be damaged and cannot be recovered.

NOTE

When the power is turned off (standby), the currently
loaded song is saved. When the power is turned on again,
the last song used is reloaded in the same state it was when
the power was turned off (standby). You can even undo and
redo previous operations.

Setting the date and time

Using its internal clock, this unit remembers the date and time
when a song or file is recorded.

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

2. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b/g/t)
buttons to select (green highlight)
then press the F4 (t) button.

The

3. Use the CURSOR (5/b) buttons to select (blue highlight)

Date/Time

MENU

screen.

PREFERENCE

, and then press the F4 (t) button.

screen appears.

PREFERENCE

, and

Home screen

When the unit starts up, it defaults to
of the Recorder mode, regardless of the mode used last before
shutting down.

Multi Track

mode

Shutting down

Make the following preparations before shutting down the unit.

• Stop the recorder. (The unit cannot be shut down during a
recording and other procedures.)

• Return to the Home screen.

• If the unit is connected to a computer, disconnect the USB
cable after performing the necessary procedure on the
computer to disconnect the unit.

After making these preparations, press and hold the STANDBY/
ON button on the rear panel until the following screen appears.

The

DATE/TIME

4. Use the CURSOR (g/t) buttons to move the cursor (blue

highlight) to the desire item, and then use the JOG/DATA
dial to change the value.

5. After making the settings, press the F2 (
return to the Home screen.

screen appears.

YES

) button to

NOTE

•

The time indication stops while time being set.

•

You can automatically add the date you have set to
file names by specifying

PREFERENCE

Song Name Type

menu.

on the

The power is turned off (standby) after the unit completes its
shutdown process, including saving various information from
your session.

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4 – Preparation

Preparing an SD card for use

In order to use an SD card in this unit, you must format it first.

CAUTION

The included SD card is already formatted, so formatting it
is not necessary. Formatting the supplied SD card erases the
demo song previously stored.

1. Confirm that the SD card is loaded and turn the power on.

2. A pop-up message "Invalid Card" appears when a new SD
card or an SD card formatted for use with another device is
installed in the unit.

3. You can also reformat a card in this unit at any time. (See
“Quick formatting an SD card” on page 65 and “Full
formatting an SD card” on page 66.)

To clear the pop-up message, press the F1 button.

Recorder modes

This unit has four recorder modes.

Multi Track

Use this mode to operate the unit as a multitrack recorder.

Bounce

Use this mode to perform track bouncing. (See “Bouncing tracks”
on page 43.)

Mixdown

Use this mode to mix down tracks to create a master file. (See
“Mixing down tracks” on page 55 and “Creating a master file”
on page 56.)

Mastering

Use this mode to play back the master files that you have
created and apply effects and tailor them to suit your prefer­ences (mastering). (See “Checking the master file” on page 57
and “Finishing up a master file (mastering)” on page 58.)

Connecting other equipment

This section shows examples of how to connect other devices to
this unit.

Precautions before making connections

• Turn off (standby) this unit and all devices that you will
connect beforehand.

• Supply power to all the devices from the same line. When
using a power strip, for example, use one with a cable that
has a high electric current capacity in order to minimize
power voltage variations.

Front panel

Foot switch
TASCAM RC-3F (Optional)

Headphones

When the unit starts up, it defaults to
of the Recorder mode, regardless of the mode used last before
shutting down.

When Recorder mode is any mode other than
mode, many of the usual operations using the screen are
unavailable.

In this manual, the
mode explained unless otherwise noted.

Multi Track

Multi Track

Multi Track

mode is the Recorder

mode

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Rear panel

4 – Preparation

AC outlet

Computer

USB

Powered speakers
or amplifier and speakers

External effecter

External recorder

DC plug

Mini-B
USB plug

Connect a microphone
to INPUT A to H

Connect an electronic keyboard to INPUT A to H

Connect a guitar/base to INPUT H

CAUTION

•

Use the STEREO fader and MONITOR LEVEL knob to lower
the output volume of the unit before turning phantom
power on or off. Depending on the microphone, a loud noise
could occur, damaging equipment and harming people's
hearing.

•

Do not connect or disconnect a microphone when phantom
power is turned on. Doing so could cause a loud noise and
might damage this unit and connected equipment.

•

Turn phantom power on only when using a condenser
microphone that requires phantom power. Turning
phantom power on when a dynamic mic or other mic that
does not require it is connected could damage this unit and
connected equipment.

•

When using condenser mics that require phantom power
and dynamic mics together, be sure to use balanced
dynamic mics. Unbalanced dynamic mics cannot be used
when phantom power is enabled.

•

Supplying phantom power to some ribbon mics will break
them. If you are unsure, do not supply phantom power to a
ribbon mic.

NOTE

•

Before producing any sound, minimize the output volume
using the MONITOR LEVEL knob and external monitoring
system. A loud noise could occur, resulting in damages to
equipment and people's hearing.

•

Recorder functions cannot be used when the unit is
connected to a computer via USB.

TIP

When connecting an electric-acoustic guitar with a built-in
preamp or an active-type electric guitar, or when using an

effects pedal, for example, between the guitar and this unit,
set in the LINE-GUITAR switch on the rear panel to LINE.

Adjusting the contrast

You can adjust the contrast of the display.
Follow the procedure below to adjust the contrast.

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

open the

2. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b/g/t)

buttons to select (green highlight)
then press the F4 (t) button.

The

3. Use the CURSOR (5/b) buttons to select the items you

want to adjust such as

Backlight

the adjustments.

4. After making the settings, press the HOME button to return

to the Home screen.

MENU

screen.

PREFERENCE

, and then use the JOG/DATA dial to make

PREFERENCE

screen appears.

Contrast, Brightness

, and

and

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5 - Song Management

This unit manages data in units called "songs". Ordinarily, each
project should have its own "song" file. The first step is to load
the song that you want to manage (load an existing song or
create a new song).

In a song, the audio data for the recorded multitrack (TRACK 1 to

24) and the master file are saved.
This chapter covers basic operations, including procedures

for loading songs and creating new songs, as well as explains
various song management functions.

Editing names

You can edit names on the following screens.

When creating, saving or editing the name of a song

SONG CREATE

window,
pop-up window

SONG NAME EDIT

pop-up window,

pop-up window,

SONG SAVE

SONG COPY

pop-up

Loading a song

Follow the procedure below to load the song you want.

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

open the

2. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b/g/t)

buttons to select (green highlight)
the F4 (t) button.

The

NOTE

The 0 icon appears next to the the currently loaded song.
A lock icon appears to the left of songs that are protected.

3. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b) buttons to

select the desired song, and then press the F4 (t) button to
open the corresponding sub-menu.

MENU

screen.

SONG LIST

screen appears.

SONG

, and then press

Follow the procedure below to edit names.

• Use the CURSOR (g/t) buttons to move the cursor

(underline). The character at the cursor position (underline) is
the one that can be edited.

• Use the JOG/DATA dial to change the characters at the
cursor (underline) position. You can input a maximum of 15
characters, including ordinary symbols, numerals and English
upper and lowercase letters.

• After inputting or editing, press the F2 (
the edited name.

YES

) button to save

Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b) buttons to
select

LOAD

, and then press the F4 (t) button again.

4. The

SONG LOAD

5. Press the F2 (

pop-up window appears.

YES

) button to load the selected song.

NOTE

If you press the F1 (NO) button, the pop-up window disap­pears and the display returns to the

6. Once the song is loaded, the pop-up window disappears
and the display returns to the

7. Press the HOME button to return to the Home screen.

SONG LIST

SONG LIST

screen.

screen.

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Creating a new song

Follow the procedure below to create a new song.

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

2. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b/g/t)
buttons to select (green highlight)
the F4 (t) button.

The

3. Press the F4 (t) button to open the corresponding
sub-menu.

Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b) buttons to
select
(t) button.

4. Press the F4 (t) button to open the
pop-up window.

MENU

screen.

SONG LIST

CREATE

from the sub-menu, and then press the F4

screen appears.

SONG

, and then press

SONG CREATE

Saving a song

This unit automatically saves the current song during shutdown
and when loading another song. You can also save a song at any
time using the procedure below.

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

2. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b/g/t)
buttons to select (green highlight)
the F4 (t) button.

The

3. Press the F4 (t) button to open the corresponding
sub-menu.

Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b) buttons to
select
button.

4. Press the F4 (t) button to open the
window.

MENU

screen.

SONG LIST

SAVE

from the sub-menu, and then press the F4 (t)

screen appears.

SONG

, and then press

SONG SAVE

pop-up

The created song is given the name depending on the
setting of
menu.

5. Change the song name in the
“Editing names” on page 30.)

Song Name Type

on the

Name

PREFERENCE

item if you want. (See

TIP

You can edit the name of a song later selecting

EDIT

from the

name when saving the song.

6. Align the cursor with
set the bit rate. (Default: 16bit)

7. Align the cursor with Hz and turn the JOG/DATA dial to set
the sampling frequency. (Default: 44.1kHz)

8. Press the F2 (
and create a new song.

SONG

screen. You can also edit the song

Bit

and turn the JOG/DATA dial to

YES

) button to save the currently loaded song

NAME

NOTE

If you press the F1 (NO) button, the pop-up window disap­pears and the display returns to the

9. Once the song is created, the pop-up window disappears
and the display returns to the

10. 10. Press the HOME button to return to the Home screen.

SONG LIST

SONG LIST

screen.

screen.

5. Change the song name in the
(See “Editing names” on page 30.)

To save without changing the name, just press the F2 (
button.

6. Once the song is saved, the pop-up window disappears and
the display returns to the

7. Press the HOME button to return to the Home screen.

SongName

SONG LIST

item if you want.

YES

screen.

TIP

The

SAVE

sub-menus, can also be selected through the F2 (

item, which is one of the

button on the Home screen.

SONG LIST

SAVE

)

)

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Viewing song information

You can check the song file format, song name (title), time/date,
and song size.

1. Press the MENU button to open the

2. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b/g/t)

buttons to select (green highlight)
the F4 (t) button.

The

SONG LIST

3. Press the F3 (
which appears in the following order:

RATE, SAMPLE BIT

screen appears.

INFO

) button to show a song information

, and

DATE

MENU

screen.

SONG

, and then press

SIZE, SAMPLE

.

Copying songs

You can copy songs.

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

2. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b/g/t)
buttons to select (green highlight)
the F4 (t) button.

The

3. Select (blue highlight) a song you want to copy.

MENU

screen.

SONG LIST

screen appears.

SONG

, and then press

Erasing songs

You can erase songs. You can also erase multiple songs at once.
You might want to erase unneeded songs if the SD card starts to
run out of space.

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

2. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b/g/t)
buttons to select (green highlight)
the F4 (t) button.

The

3. Select (blue highlight) the song you want to erase and then
press the F2 (4) button. To erase multiple songs, select all
songs you want to erase.

NOTE

To remove the check mark 4 from a check box, press the F2
(4) button again while the song is selected (blue highlight).

4. Next, press the F4 (t) button to open the corresponding
sub-menu. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b)
buttons to select the item
then press the F4 (t) button.

A pop-up message appears asking you to confirm the erase.

MENU

screen.

SONG LIST

screen appears.

ERASE

SONG

, and then press

from the sub-menu, and

4. Next, press the F4 (t) button to open the corresponding
sub-menu. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b)
buttons to select the item
then press the F4 (t) button.

A pop-up message appears asking you to confirm the copy.

5. Change the song name as you want and press the F2 (
button.

COPY

from the sub-menu, and

YES

NOTE

To cancel the song copy operation, press the F1 (NO) button
instead of the F2 (

6. When the song copy operation is completed, the pop-up
window disappears and the display returns to the

LIST

screen.

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YES

) button.

SONG

5. Press the F2 (

YES

) button to perform the erase.

NOTE

To cancel the song erase operation, press the F1 (NO) button
instead of the F2 (

6. When the song erase operation is completed, the pop-up
window disappears and the display returns to the

LIST

screen.

YES

) button.

SONG

NOTE

The MUSIC folder must always have at least one song stored.
Therefore, one song will be automatically created when you
insert or format a card.

)

5 - Song Management

Protecting songs

If you protect a song, editing, recording and erasing of that song
is prevented.

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

2. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b/g/t)
buttons to select (green highlight)
the F4 (t) button.

The

3. Select the (blue highlight) song you want to protect and
then press the F2 (4) button. To protect multiple songs,
select all songs you want to protect.

NOTE

To remove the check mark 4 from a check box, press the F2
(4) button again while the song is selected (blue highlight).

4. Next, press the F4 (t) button to open the corresponding
sub-menu. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b)
buttons to select the
and then press the F4 (t) button.

The song protect function is enabled for the selected song.

5. When the song protect operation is completed, the pop-up
window disappears and the display returns to the

LIST

NOTE

•

In a song list used to copy, erase or perform other functions,
a lock icon will appear next to protected songs.

•

If you try to perform a prohibited operation (edit, record,
erase) on a protected song, a
message will appear and the operation will be canceled.

•

To remove the protection from a song, follow the same
procedure above.

MENU

screen.

SONG LIST

screen.

screen appears.

PROTECT

item from the sub-menu,

Song Protected

SONG

, and then press

SONG

Deleting unnecessary audio data from a song

In addition to audio data for a track, a song may also contain
"unused" audio data.

When a track is overwritten in this unit, the overwritten audio
data is not erased, but remains on the SD card. Audio data that
has been completely overwritten is "unused" audio data.

You can delete such "unused" audio data by following the
procedure below.

New guitar solo overwriting the old one

Old guitar solo (deleted)

New guitar solo overwriting the old one

Old guitar solo (not deleted)

New guitar solo overwriting the old one

Old guitar solo (not deleted)

As shown in the illustration, if old audio data is not completely
overwritten by new audio data, old audio data cannot be
deleted.

"Unused" old audio data in any virtual track that has not been
assigned to a physical track can also be deleted. (See “Virtual
tracks” on page 48.)

Follow the procedure below to delete "unused" audio data
and create room on the SD card for additional storage (this
operation cannot be undone).

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

2. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b/g/t)
buttons to select (green highlight)
the F4 (t) button.

The

3. Select (blue highlight) the song which contains unnecessary
audio data and then press the F2 (4) button. To erase
multiple songs, select all songs you want to erase.

NOTE

To remove the check mark 4 from a check box, press the F2
(4) button again while the song is selected (blue highlight).

4. Next, press the F4 (t) button to open the corresponding
sub-menu. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b)
buttons to select the item
sub-menu, and then press the F4 (t) button.

A confirmation message appears.

MENU

screen.

SONG LIST

screen appears.

DELETE UNUSED

SONG

, and then press

from the

5. Press the F2 (
The unnecessary audio data is deleted from the song(s).
When the erase operation is completed, the pop-up window

disappears and the display returns to the
screen.

YES

) button.

SONG LIST

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NOTE

To cancel the unused audio data erase operation, press the
F1 (NO) button instead of the F2 (

YES

) button.

CAUTION

This operation deletes all unused audio data from the
selected songs and cannot be undone. Therefore, if you
think you use this audio data later, back up the data to a
computer before executing the
(See “Connecting to a computer” on page 67.)

DELETE UNUSED

item.

Changing a song name

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

2. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b/g/t)
buttons to select (green highlight)
the F4 (t) button.

The

3. Select (blue highlight) a song you want to change the name.

4. Next, press the F4 (t) button to open the corresponding
sub-menu. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR
(5/b) buttons to select the item
sub-menu, and then press the F4 (t) button.

Now you can change the song name.

MENU

screen.

SONG LIST

screen appears.

SONG

, and then press

NAME EDIT

from the

5. Change the song name as you want and press the F2 (
button.

YES

NOTE

To cancel the song name change, press the F1 (NO) button
instead of the F2 (

6. Once the song name is changed, the pop-up window disap­pears and the display returns to the

YES

) button.

SONG LIST

screen.

)

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Selecting the input sources

This unit is equipped with eight inputs (INPUT A to H), and each
of them has a standard XLR/TRS combo jack.

In addition to mic and line signals, you can connect a guitar to
the INPUT H standard jack. When connecting a guitar, set the

LINE-GUITAR switch on the rear panel to GUITAR.

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When connecting an electric-acoustic guitar with a built-in
preamp or an active-type electric guitar, or when using an
effects pedal, for example, between the guitar and this unit,
set the LINE-GUITAR switch on the rear panel to LINE.

Assigning inputs

When using this unit, "assigning inputs" means setting the
recording source for each track to INPUT A to H on the Assign
screen.

Assign screen

NOTE

•

In the initial settings, the recording sources of the track 1 to

8

are assigned to the inputs A to H (INPUT A to H), in that

order.

•

The assignment settings are saved when you save a song
or turn the unit off. Likewise, the assignments settings are
loaded when you load a song.

This unit can simultaneously record a maximum of eight tracks.
You can assign one input source to multiple tracks simultane­ously. However, you cannot assign multiple input sources to the
same track. You can also assign an input source to a stereo bus.

Assigning to a mono track

Tracks 1 to 12 are mono tracks.

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

2. Use the SELECT button of each track or the CURSOR
(5/b/g/t) buttons to move the cursor to the mono
track you want to assign a recording source.

3. Press the SOURCE button of the desired input (INPUT A to
H) or turn the JOG/DATA dial to set the input source of each
mono track.

4. After making the settings, press the ASSIGN button or the

HOME button to return to the Home screen.

Assigning to a stereo track

Tracks 13/14 to 23/24 are stereo tracks.
Stereo tracks are always simultaneously recorded.
You cannot record to a single track of a stereo track pair.

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

2. Use the SELECT button of each track or the CURSOR

(5/b/g/t) buttons to move the cursor to the stereo
track you want to assign a recording source.

3. Press the SOURCE button of the desired input (INPUT A to
H) or turn the JOG/DATA dial to set the input source of each
stereo track.

Options:

4. After making the settings, press the ASSIGN button or the
HOME button to return to the Home screen.

A/A, A/B, B/B, C/C, C/D, D/D, E/E, E/F

F/ F, G/G, G/H

, and

H/H

,

NOTE

•

You can assign a single input source to multiple tracks by
keeping the SOURCE button of the desired input (INPUT A
to H) pressed and pressing the SELECT buttons of multiple
tracks.

•

However, you cannot assign multiple input sources to the
same track.

Assigning to a stereo bus

To use an external effect device, assign the inputs (A to H) that
are connected to the outputs of the effect (EFFECT RETURN) to a
stereo bus to return the effect signal to that stereo bus. You can
also assign inputs to stereo buses during mixdown, allowing you
to mix up to 8 input signals with the playback tracks.

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

2. Use the STEREO SELECT button or the CURSOR
(5/b/g/t) buttons to move the cursor to the

BUS

display area.

3. Use the CURSOR (g/t) buttons to move the cursor to the
input source you want assign to the stereo bus.

4. Press the SOURCE button of the desired input (INPUT A to
H) or turn the JOG/DATA dial to set the input source to the
stereo bus.

5. After making the settings, press the ASSIGN button or the
HOME button to return to the Home screen.

STEREO

Checking the assignment

You can check the current assignment on the Assign screen.
The assigned input source name (A to H) is displayed on the

level meter display area of each track on the Home screen.

NOTE

When power is turned off (except when the song protection
function is enabled), the current song is saved and all
song-related settings are stored.

The next time you turn the power on, all stored settings will
be restored.

Canceling an assignment

When the Assign screen is displayed, pressing the F1
(

DEFAULT

pressing the F2 (
settings.

) button restores the initial settings. Likewise,

ALL CLEAR

) button clears all assignment

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Using phantom power

When connecting a condenser microphone that requires
phantom power, press the PHANTOM (+48V) for INPUT A to
D or INPUT E to H when the recorder is stopped to turn the
phantom power on or off.

When you turn the phantom power on, PHANTOM (+48V)
button becomes lit and phantom power is supplied to the XLR
jacks of INPUT A to D and/or INPUT E to H.

When the GUITAR indicator is lit, however, INPUT H will not
receive phantom power even if phantom (+48V) power is ON
(indicator lit) for E-H.

CAUTION

•

Use the STEREO fader and MONITOR LEVEL knob to lower
the output volume of the unit before turning phantom
power on or off. Depending on the microphone, a loud noise
could occur, damaging equipment and harming people's
hearing.

•

Do not connect or disconnect a microphone when phantom
power is turned on. Doing so could cause a loud noise and
might damage this unit and connected equipment.

•

Turn phantom power on only when using a condenser
microphone that requires phantom power. Turning
phantom power on when a dynamic mic or other mic that
does not require it is connected could damage this unit and
connected equipment.

•

When using condenser mics that require phantom power
and dynamic mics together, be sure to use balanced
dynamic mics. Unbalanced dynamic mics cannot be used
when phantom power is enabled.

•

Supplying phantom power to some ribbon mics will break
them. If you are unsure, do not supply phantom power to a
ribbon mic.

Monitoring

Monitoring is an important element of the recording and
mastering process. You can use an external monitoring system
(self-powered monitor speakers, amplifier equipped with
speakers, etc.) or headphones to monitor the sound of this unit.

Use the MONITOR LEVEL knob to adjust the level of the
monitoring system.

2. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b) buttons to
select the monitor destination.

STEREO (default)

Select this to monitor the stereo signal of the stereo bus.

BOUNCE

Select this to monitor the stereo signal of the bounce bus.

EFFECT SEND 1

Select this to monitor the mono signal of the Effect Send 1.

EFFECT SEND 2

Select this to monitor the mono signal of the Effect Send 2.

3. After selecting the monitor destination, press the MONITOR

SELECT button to return to the Home screen.

OL indicators and level meters

You can check the audio signal levels of this unit through the OL
indicators for INPUT A to H and the level meters shown on the
display.

The level meters allow the signal levels to be monitored, and
they can also be used to confirm whether signals are being
input into the unit. For example, if the level meters assigned to
inputs A to H on the Home screen are moving, this means that
signals are being input into the unit even if you cannot hear
anything when monitoring.

As shown below, if a red line " " appears at the top of a level
meter, the level is too high (it stays on screen for a while before
automatically disappearing). If the level is too loud, the sound
might be distorted, so lower the level until the red line " "
stops appearing.

If an OL indicator lights, the signal from the input source might
be too loud or the TRIM knob set too high.

If the OL indicator lights even though the TRIM knob is set to
the LINE position, the input source signal is too loud, so lower
the volume on the input source.

Overload indication

Monitor selection

Besides the stereo bus, this unit allows you to monitor the
bounce bus (see “Bouncing tracks” on page 43) or Effect Sends
1/2.

In the Effect Sends monitoring, you can monitor the signals
being sent to the effects.

1. When the Home screen is displayed, press the MONITOR
SELECT button to open the
window.

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MONITOR SELECT

pop-up

8

Overload indicators (A to H)

The overload indicators for inputs A to H on the display show
the overload of the input level (INPUT A to H) of this unit.

Use the TRIM knobs of INPUT A to H or the output volume
controls of the input sources to adjust the level.

8

Track level meters (1 to 23/24)

These level meters show either the playback signal levels or the
input signal levels of the corresponding tracks. The signal levels
shown by the track level meters depend on the operating condi­tions as shown below.

REC button Transport status

Unlit Playback Track playback signal

Flashing
(recording
standby)

Flashing
(recording
standby)

Lit (recording) Recording Track input signal

Playback

Stopped Track input signal

Level meter

display contents

Track playback signal
(Auto Monitor ON)
Track input signal +
playback signal (Auto
Monitor OFF)

NOTE

During playback signal display, since the level of the signal
being recorded on the track is shown, the level cannot be
changed.

During input signal display, you can change the levels with

the TRIM knobs of INPUT A to H.

8

Stereo level meter (L, R)

This meter shows the output level of this unit's stereo bus.
Adjust the output level with the STEREO fader.

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When you are unable to monitor the meters continuously
(when playing, for example), use the
the highest level so far.

Setting the Mixer screen

Press the SOURCE button for an input or press the SELECT
button for a track to adjust its EQ and other settings.

Using the input equalizer

INPUT A to INPUT H and track 1 to track 23/24 have

independent 3-band EQs (equalizers).

CAUTION

The effect of the input equalizer will be recorded. If you plan
to make EQ adjustments during mixdown, turn input equal­izers OFF and turn track equalizers ON.

Adjust the equalizer settings on the Mixer screen.

1. Press the MIXER button to open the Mixer screen.

KEEP

setting to check

Peak hold display

Using the peak hold function , you can set how long peak levels
are shown on the level meters on the Home Screen and other
screens.

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

2. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b/g/t)
buttons to select
(t) button.

3. Use the CURSOR (5/b) buttons to select the Peak Hold
item, and then use the JOG/DATA dial to change the setting.

Option Function

OFF

(default value)

1Sec

KEEP

4. After making the settings, press the HOME button to return
to the Home screen.

MENU

screen.

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Peak value is not shown.

Peak value is shown for about one second.
In mastering mode, the peak value is cleared

when you locate a new time.
In all other modes, press the F3 (

CLEAR

) button to clear the peak value.

, and then press the F4

PEAK

2. Press the SOURCE button of INPUT A to H or the SELECT
button of each track to open the Mixer screen to set the
corresponding equalizer.

3. Press the EQUALIZER ON/OFF button on the right side of
the LOW knob to turn the equalizer on/off.

The equalizer parameters are as follows.

GAIN FREQ

High gain

HIGH

Setting range: ±12dB
(Default: 0dB)

Mid gain

MID

Setting range: ±12dB
(Default: 0dB)

Low gain

LOW

Setting range: ±12dB
(Default: 0dB)

Use the SELECT button of each track to select the desired
track.

Press the SOURCE button of each INPUT to change the
input.

Use the HIGH, MID, and LOW GAIN knobs to adjust the
gain.

Use the HIGH, MID, and LOW FREQ knobs to adjust the
frequency.

Use the MID Q knob to set the MID FREQ bandwidth.

Setting range:

Press the EQUALIZER ON/OFF button to turn the equalizer
on or off.

0.25

High frequency
Setting range: 1.7kHz to
18kHz (Default: 10kHz)

Mid frequency
Setting range: 32Hz to
18kHz
(Default: 1.0kHz)

Low frequency
Setting range: 32Hz to

1.6kHz
(Default: 100Hz)

to 16 (Default:

0.5

)

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NOTE

•

"Q" refers to the center frequency of the equalizer divided by

the bandwidth. A high Q value reduces the cut and/or boost
applied to the frequencies. Depending on the equalizer
setting, the graph at the top of the screen changes.

•

If you press the F1 (
on the open Mixer screen will be restored to their default
values.

4. After making the settings, press the HOME button to return
to the Home screen.

EQ FLAT

) button, all the settings

DIGITAL TRIM setting (Track only)

Depending on the playback sound, EQ boosting could cause
distortion (digital clipping). If this happens, use the DIGITAL
TRIM to lower the playback level before the EQ.

1. Use the CURSOR (5/b/g/t) buttons to move the cursor
to the

DIGITAL TRIM

DIGITAL TRIM indication

display area.

Enabling insert effects

This unit has dynamic and guitar effects that can be used as
insert effects.

1. Use the CURSOR (5/b/g/t) buttons to move the cursor

to the

INSERT EFFECT

INSERT EFFECT indicator

2. Turn the JOG/DATA dial to set the insert effect.

Options:

OFF:

INSERT EFFECT

ON:

INSERT EFFECT

display area.

indicator unlit (default)

indicator lit

Setting the stereo position

Use the PAN parameter to set the stereo position.
The full left value is

center position is shown by C .

L63

, and the full right value is

R63

. The

2. Turn the JOG/DATA dial to set the value.

Setting range:

-42dB

to

+6dB

(Default:

0dB

)

Sending signals to internal/external effects

This unit has two external effect send systems (EFF 1 and EFF 2)
and a send for the internal effects (INSERT EFFECT).

You can adjust send levels for each track. For details about the
built-in send effects, see “Send effects” on page 54.

1. Use the CURSOR (5/b/g/t) buttons to move the cursor
to the

SEND EFF 1/EFF 2

2. Turn the JOG/DATA dial to enable the effect.
Options:
PRE

POST

3. Use the SEND EFF 1/EFF 2 knobs to adjust the external
send levels.

Setting range: 0 to

4. Use the SEND MASTER 1/MASTER 2 to adjust the send
master level.

Setting range: 0 to

OFF

(default),

This sends the track pre-fader signal to the effect send
bus. The effect send signal level is not affected by the
track fader.

This sends the track post-fader signal to the effect send
bus. The effect send signal level is affected by the track
fader.

127

127

area.

Effect send indication

PRE, POST

(Default: 0)

(Default: 0)

PAN indication

Turn the PAN knob to adjust the stereo position.
Setting range:

L63

to C to

R63

(Default: C)

Changing the signal phase

When the phase is inverted due to the mic wiring or other reason,
use the PHASEØ display area to correct the phase.

1. Use the CURSOR (5/b/g/t) buttons to move the cursor

to the

PHASE

Phase

2. Turn the JOG/DATA dial to change the built-in signal phase.

Options:

PHASE

PHASE

Ø display area.

Ø indicator unlit (default): Normal phase

Ø indicator lit: Inverted phase

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Checking the fader level

Check the level on the
for each track. Operations cannot be made on this display.

Operations for
(INPUT A to H) are explained below.

1. Use the CURSOR (5/b/g/t) buttons to move the cursor
to the

LEVEL

2. Turn the JOG/DATA dial to adjust the level.

Setting range:

When playing back a track, in the initial settings, the positions of
the faders (physical faders) on the top panel and the actual level of
the faders (internal faders) are always matched, but a fader group
could make them to differ. Even in this case, when you move a
physical fader, the internal fader matches the physical fader value,
and thereafter the physical fader controls the level.

CAUTION

A sudden level change may occur.

LEVEL

LEVEL

display area.

Fader level indication

inf

display area on the Mixer screen

on the Mixer screen for each input

to

+6.0dB

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To cancel muting

Press the MUTE button to enter the Mute mode.
Press the REC button of a muted track to cancel muting (its

MUTE/SOLO indicator goes off).

NOTE

If you solo a muted track, you can hear its sound, but its
muted status is retained. So, it will be muted again when
you end soloing.

Rehearsing the recording

This unit has a recording rehearsal function, so you can rehearse
without actually recording.

The rehearsal function is specially useful for the auto punch
recording and other recording operations. (See “Automatic
punching in and out” on page 46.)

In a rehearsal, monitoring and other recording operations are
the same as for the actual recording, but the input signal is not
recorded.

To rehearse, press the REHEARSE button so that the button
becomes lit.

When you record in Rehearsal mode, the RECORD (0) button
flashes instead of becoming lit.

After finishing your rehearsal, press the REHEARSE button to
cancel the Rehearsal mode.

Making the first recording

Solo

Press the SOLO button to select the Solo mode. The SOLO
button becomes lit.

In Solo mode, the REC button of each track works as a SOLO
button, so you can monitor the signal of the desired track.

The Solo mode of this unit is a solo-in-place monitor, so all
other tracks are muted except the one whose REC button was
pressed.

1. When the Home screen is displayed, press the SOLO button
to select the Solo mode.

In Solo mode, the SOLO button becomes lit.

2. Press the REC button for the track you want to turn soloing
on/off.

When Solo mode is activated, the MUTE/SOLO indicator of
the track whose REC button was pressed lights.

8

To cancel soloing

In Solo mode, press the SOLO button or the REC button to
which track solo is enabled.

When Solo mode is deactivated, the MUTE/SOLO indicator of
the track whose REC button was pressed goes off.

Muting tracks

1. Press the MUTE button to enter Mute mode.
In Mute mode, the MUTE button becomes lit.

2. Press the REC button for the track you want to turn muting
on/off.

When muting is turned on, the MUTE/SOLO indicator of the
track whose REC button was pressed lights.

Before beginning the following recording procedures, connect
a recording source (a microphone or guitar) to an input, assign
that input as the recording source for a track, and prepare your
monitoring equipment.

1. Press the REC button of the track that you want to record on.

The REC button flashes red and the unit enters recording
standby.

A maximum of eight tracks can be recorded simultaneously.

When the REC buttons of eight tracks are flashing, the other
REC buttons become inoperative.

2. Set the recording level.
Use the TRIM knobs of INPUT A to H to adjust the input

level.
When doing this, adjust the level appropriately by checking

the OL indicator on the upper left corner of the TRIM knob.
At the same time, confirm that the sound heard from the

headphones or monitoring system is not distorted, and that
an unintentional sound effect is not set up.

NOTE

The level meter of the track that has an input source
assigned to it shows the input level after the application of
INPUT equalizer.

The OL indicator lights if the input is too loud.
If the OL indicator stays lit even when you lower the TRIM

knob for that input, lower the input source signal level.

3. Press the REHEARSE button to select the Rehearsal mode.
In Rehearsal mode,

corner of the Home screen.

4. Press the RECORD (0) button.

Rehearsal

appears on the upper left

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The recording rehearsal starts, the RECORD (0) button
flashes, and the PLAY (7) button becomes lit.

The REC button of the track that will be recorded stays
flashing.

5. After rehearsing your recording, press the STOP (8) button.

6. Press the REHEARSE button to exit the Rehearsal mode.

Rehearsal

Home screen.

7. Press the RECORD (0) button.
The recording starts, the RECORD (0) button and the PLAY

(7) button become lit.
The REC button of the recorded track stops flashing and

becomes lit.

8. After finishing your recording, press the STOP (8) button.

9. If you want to check a part of the recording, use the REW
(m) (TO ZERO) button, for example, to move to it (locate).

disappears from the upper left corner of the

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Use the TO LAST REC function to move to the last recording
position and the TO ZERO function to return to the start of
the song (
rewind/fast-forward and locate functions, see “Returning to
zero or the last recording position” on page 44.

10. 1Press the PL AY (7) button to play back the recorded track.
Use the track faders and STEREO fader to adjust the

playback level.
Use the MONITOR LEVEL knob or the volume control on

your monitoring system to set the final monitoring volume.
Use the PAN knobs on the corresponding Mixer screen to

set the stereo position of each track between the left and
right speakers.

00:00:00

). For more information about the

NOTE

•

The track PAN knobs on the Mixer screen of each track
and the track faders control the recorded track's playback
output signal or the monitoring sound of the input signal.
They do not control the signal being recorded to the track.

•

If you are not satisfied with the recorded sound, repeat the
procedure above from the beginning.

Multitrack recording

You can record new sounds to different tracks while playing
back already recorded tracks.

Setting the tracks for recording

• Press the REC buttons of the already recorded tracks to turn

off the REC buttons.

• Press the REC buttons of the tracks that you want to record

to put them into recording standby (the REC buttons start
flashing).

Setting input levels

After making the settings, press the PLAY (7) button to start
playback.

Just as though you were recording, you can monitor the sound
of already recorded tracks playing back and the input sources on
the tracks for recording, allowing you to check the monitoring
balance and volume.

Recording

Press the RECORD (0) button.
Now you can start recording to another track while monitoring

the playback signal.

Undoing an operation

This unit allows you to undo an operation or recording that
was not successful or satisfactory. Many ordinary operations,
including editing and recording, can be canceled (undone).

This unit has two types of undo functions. Single undo can be
performed by a simple button press, while multi-undo allows
you to return to a specific past operation and undo the opera­tions that occurred after it.

You can use the undo function for the following operations.

• Track editing operations (functions described in this chapter)

• Recording operations (including track bouncing)

• Automatic punching in/out
All these operations are stored on the SD card as song infor-

mation. Even when you turn the unit off (standby), the previous
operations are stored and can be undone when you turn on the
unit again.

When listening to a part that you replaced in your last recording,
for example, you find that the previous take was better. In such a
case, you can use the undo function to easily get your previous
take back.

NOTE

The UNDO/REDO button becomes lit when a single undo or
multi-undo has been performed.

Undo feature settings

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

2. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b/g/t)
buttons to select (green highlight)
then press the F4 (t) button.

MENU

screen.

PREFERENCE

, and

Setting track pan and level

Use the track faders and PAN knobs on the Mixer screen of
the already recorded tracks to adjust the levels and stereo
positions for monitoring the playback signals while making new
recording.

Input selection and assignment

Use the procedures described earlier in this chapter to assign
input sources to the recording tracks.

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3. Use the CURSOR (5/b) buttons to select (blue highlight)

Undo History

menu screen appears.

.

4. Set canceling (undo) operations.

LEVEL 1 (Default)

HISTORY LIST

UNDO/REDO button. In other words, this returns the unit
to the state before the last operation (single operation). (To
cancel the undo, perform REDO.)

LEVEL 10
When you press the UNDO/REDO button,

LIST

appears and you can return to the state before up to

10 past operations.

is not displayed when you press the

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The maximum number for the undo history is 10. In other words,
a maximum of 10 operations can be undone.

This operation is called "multi-undo" because it allows you
to undo multiple events and return to an earlier state.

3. Use the JOG/DATA dial to select (blue highlight) the event
that you want to return to (all events after the selected event
will be undone).

4. Press the F4 (t) button.
The multi-undo is performed and the song is restored to the

state just after the selected event was performed.

NOTE

Even when you change from
history for a maximum of 10 actions remains stored. The
position of the cursor on the list shows the current position.

LEVEL10

to

LEVEL1

, the

Undoing the last operation (single undo)

Press the UNDO/REDO button to return to the state before the
last operation.

After doing this, the UNDO/REDO button lights, showing that
redo (see below) is possible.

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Canceling an undo operation (redo)

Press the UNDO/REDO button when it is lit.
The last action is enabled again, the unit returns to its newest

state, and the UNDO/REDO button becomes unlit.

Undoing older operations (multiple undo)

To perform the multi-undo, first you must set

History

“Undo feature settings” on page 40.)

1. Set

on the

PREFERENCE

Undo History

LEVEL10

.

menu to

on the

PREFERENCE

Undo

LEVEL10

menu to

. (See

In this state, the UNDO/REDO button lights.
The event information undone through the above operation

is not erased. The unit has simply been returned to a
previous state.

On the

HISTORY LIST

the last event after undoing. When the most recent event is
selected on
returns to the most recent operation.

HISTORY LIST

screen, 0 icon appears next to

, pressing the F4 (t) button

CAUTION

•

When saving a song, a maximum of 10 operation history
events can be saved with the song data. If the number of
operation history events exceeds 10, the oldest events in the
history are erased. These erased events cannot be restored.

•

Since the history information is stored as the song infor­mation, even when the power is turned off (standby), the
previous operation remains stored, so the undo operation is
also possible next time the power is turned on.

•

If you perform an operation that is added to the history
when the UNDO/REDO button is lit after a multi-undo
operation has been performed, the history after the
multi-undo will be erased.

2. When the Home screen is displayed, press the UNDO/REDO
button to display

HISTORY LIST

.

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Punching in and out

Punching in/out is a technique to replace a part of an already
recorded track.

Start playback and when you reach the part that you want
to replace, switch to record (punch in), then switch back to
playback (or stop) when you finish the part that you want to
replace (punch out).

1. Decide what part of the track you plan to replace.
Choose a point to begin where the new recording can sit

well with the existing recording.

2. Press the REC buttons of the tracks that you want to replace
to put them into recording standby (REC buttons start
flashing).

3. Start playback before the part you want to replace.

4. When the part you want to replace is reached, press the
RECORD (0) button and start your performance.

The unit switches to recording (punch in).

5. When you finish the replacement recording, press the PLAY
(7) button.

The unit switches to playback (punch out).

TIP

You can also press the STOP (8) button to punch out at the
end of the replacement recording.

Using a foot switch to punch in/out

You can connect the dedicated foot switch (TASCAM RC-3F) to
the REMOTE jack on the front panel and use it to punch in and
out.

In step 4 above, step on the foot switch instead of pressing the
RECORD (0) button, and in step 5, step on the foot switch
again instead of pressing the PLAY (7) button.

Foot switch
TASCAM RC-3F (Optional)

NOTE

Step on the switch (pedal) that you have set to

IN/OUT

the pedal C (center) is set to
"Setting the foot switch" below.)

in the foot switch settings. In the initial settings,

PUNCH IN/OUT

Setting the foot switch

Set the foot switch on the

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

2. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b/g/t)
buttons to select (green highlight)
then press the F4 (t) button.

MENU

PREFERENCE

screen.

screen.

PREFERENCE

PUNCH

. (See

, and

The

PREFERENCE

3. Use the CURSOR (5/b) buttons to select (blue highlight)

Foot SW Right

4. Use the JOG/DATA dial to select the function that you want
to assign to the pedal R (right) of the TASCAM RC-3F foot
switch.

Options:

5. In the same way, set the functions for the pedal C (center) in

Foot SW Center
SW Left

Options:

6. After making the settings, press the HOME button to return
to the Home screen.

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Foot switch function list

Function Description

PLAY

REC

STOP

FF

REW

PUNCH IN/OUT

PLAY/STOP

CUE LOCATE

PLAY, REC, STOP, FF, REW, PUNCH IN/

OUT, PLAY/STOP
LOCATE

.

PLAY, REC, STOP, FF, REW, PUNCH IN/

OUT
LOCATE

screen appears.

.

(Default: Pedal R),

, and for the pedal L (left) in

(Default: Pedal C),

(Default: Pedal L)

Same as the unit's PLAY (7) button

Same as the unit's RECORD (0) button

Same as the unit's STOP (8) button
Same as the unit's F FWD (,) (TO LAST

REC) button
Same as the unit's REW (m) (TO ZERO)

button
Punches in when pressed during playback,

punches out when pressed during
recording.

Starts playback when stopped, stops in
other states.

Locates the last point where playback
started.

PLAY/STOP, CUE

CUE

Foot

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Bouncing tracks

Like many multitrack recorders, this unit allows you to bounce
tracks (ping-pong recording technique). Track bouncing allows
you to collect signals of multiple tracks and use them to perform
new mono or stereo recording. In this way, you can virtually
record more than 24 tracks. Note, however, that the original
tracks cannot be separated again.

In Bounce mode, the recording source track signals pass
through the mixer tracks via the bounce bus, and they are sent
to the bounce tracks.

If you make a mistake, you can use the undo function of this unit
to undo the incorrect operation (see “Undoing an operation” on
page 40).

Performing the track bouncing

1. When Recorder mode is
recorder is stopped, press the BOUNCE button.

The Recorder mode switches to

Multi Track

Bounce

mode.

mode and the

To adjust the bounce master level when in Bounce mode,
press the F4 (
Use the JOG/DATA dial to adjust it.

BOUNCE MASTER

) button to show a fader.

CAUTION

If the bounce source is selected before selecting the desti­nation, the audio signals of the bounce source are not
output from the STEREO OUTPUT jack or monitor's STEREO
until you select the bounce destination.

4. Locate to the point where you want to start the bounce and

press the RECORD (0) button to execute the track bounce.
The track bouncing starts.
Press the STOP (8) button at the position where you want

to end the bounce.

Checking the result

Mute the bounce original tracks and play back the song. (See
“Muting tracks” on page 39.)

If you are not satisfied with the result because you think the
balance between the instruments or the pan setting is not good,
for example, undo the operation. (See “Undoing an operation”
on page 40.)

If you are satisfied with the result, press the BOUNCE button to
return to the

Once the track bounce is completed, you can make new
recordings over (overwrite) the other tracks, except for the
bounced track.

Multi Track

mode of the Recorder mode.

NOTE

In Bounce mode,
of the Home screen.

2. Press the REC button of the track that you want to make
the bounce destination, which will cause the REC button to
flash.

When making a stereo bouncing, press two REC buttons for
the tracks from 1 to 12, or press one REC button for a stereo
track from 13/14 to 23/24, which will cause the button(s) to
flash.

For a mono bouncing (single track bouncing), press one of
the REC buttons for tracks from 1 to 12 so that its button
starts flashing.

You should also set the fader of the bounce destination track
to 0 dB.

Bounce

appears on the upper left corner

NOTE

Though the track fader and STEREO fader settings of the
bounce destination affect the monitor volume, they do not
affect the recording level. If you want the monitoring level
to be the same as the recording level, set the fader for the
bounce destination track to 0 dB.

3. Press the SELECT button to specify the bounce source.
Except for the bounce destination, you can select from

all tracks and inputs as bounce sources. To set an input
as a bounce source, assign it to a stereo bus and press its
SOURCE button.

Use the track fader and the PAN knobs on the Mixer screen
to adjust the track specified as the bounce destination.

For stereo bouncing, the lower numbered track becomes the
left channel.

In the case of mono bounce, set the PAN knob on the
Mixer screen of the track that will be the bounce source
completely to the L side.

TIP

If it is possible that you might need the original tracks at
some time later, before bouncing tracks, copy or back up
the song data to a computer. (See “Copying songs” on page
32 and “Connecting to a computer” on page 67.)

CAUTION

To monitor the original sound recorded on the bounce track,
set the monitor destination to
monitor the bounce bus.

BOUNCE

so that you can

Direct Location Function

You can specify a time or measure/beat to be located without
using marks. On the Home screen, use the JOG/DATA dial to
specify the location point.

The Home screen counter has two display types:
time) and

The
In

The current position of the recorder is shown as a time
(measure-beat) at the top of the Home screen. The tempo is also
displayed.

The
you can locate a position in frame units. The current position of
the recorder is shown as a time (hours : minutes : seconds) on
the top of the Home screen (30 frames per second).

You can specify a time in this time display area and move the
current position of the recorder.

BAR

(bar/beat).

BAR

display is based on the metronome setting.

BAR

mode, you can locate a position in beat units.

ABS

display is based on the absolute time. In

ABS

ABS

(absolute

mode,

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Locating directly a specified time

In

ABS

mode, you can locate a specified time directly through
the following two methods. This direct location cannot be
performed by this method during recording.

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

2.

ABS

is displayed on the left side of the counter of the Home

screen.
If it is not displayed, press the METRONOME button to open

the

METRONOME

Use the CURSOR (5/b) buttons to select
item of the
DATA dial to set it to

3. Turn the JOG/DATA dial to change the time (the time

advance speed changes according to the speed of turning
the dial).

4. After setting the desired time value, press the PLAY (7)

button which will cause the playback to start.

screen.

METRONOME

OFF

BAR DISP

screen, and then use the JOG/

, which will cause

ABS

to appear.

Locating directly a specified measure/beat

Like the time specification location in ABS mode, you can locate
a position by specifying a music point in BAR mode.

You can perform the direct location of a preset point through
the procedure below.

This direct location cannot be performed by this procedure
during recording.

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

2.

BAR

is displayed on the left side of the counter of the Home

screen.
If it is not displayed, press the METRONOME button to open

the

METRONOME

Use the CURSOR (5/b) buttons to select the
item of the
DATA dial to set it to ON, which will cause

3. The value wraps automatically when it reaches the highest

or lowest value in a field.
When set to 4/4 and the beat field exceeds 04, for example,

the bar value will increase by one, and the beat field will
return to 01.

In the same way, when you turn the JOG/DATA dial to lower
a value and passes through 01, the bar value will decrease
and the total value will change in succession. When set to
4/4, for example, if the value drops below 01 when the
cursor is located under the beat field, the bar value will
decrease by one, and the beat field will return to 04.

4. After setting the desired measure/beat, press the PL AY (7)

button which will cause the playback to start.

screen.

METRONOME

BAR DISP

screen, and then use the JOG/

BAR

to appear.

Location marks

This unit allows you to set up to 99 location marks in each song.
For example, you can mark the intro, vocal entry points, start of

verses, etc.

Setting a location mark

When stopped, during recording or playback, press the MARK
SET button at the point where you want the location mark.

A mark number (
is the mark No.).

The displayed mark No. indicates the current position mark or
the mark immediately before. A flag icon is also displayed above
the timeline.

MARK xx

) appears on the Home screen (xx

NOTE

The marks are numbered in the order you enter them. The
marks do not appear according to their position in the song.
Therefore,
song.

MARK 05

can appear before

MARK 01

Skipping to location marks

Press the F FWD (,) (TO LAST REC) button or the REW (m)
(TO ZERO) button to skip to the next or previous mark.

Deleting a location mark

You can delete marks when the recorder is stopped.

1. Press the F FWD (,) (TO LAST REC) button or the REW
(m) (TO ZERO) button to move to the mark that you want
to delete.

2. Press the MARK SET button to delete the location mark.

NOTE

•

Marks are displayed in time order. They do not appear in the
order of their numbers.

•

This operation cannot be undone. Make sure you want to
execute it.

Returning to zero or the last recording position

You can easily move to the beginning of the song (00:00:00:00
= ZERO point) or to the last recording position (LAST REC point)
through a simple button operation.

To return to the beginning of the song (00:00:00:00 = ZERO
point), press and hold the STOP (8) button and press the REW
(m) (TO ZERO) button (TO ZERO function).

To return to the last recording position (LAST REC point), press
and hold the STOP (8) button and press the F FWD (,) (TO
LAST REC) button (TO LAST REC function).

This function is useful when you want to record again after
finishing recording.

in a

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Fast forwarding and rewinding

During playback or stop, press the REW (m) (TO ZERO)
button or the F FWD (,) (TO LAST REC) button to rewind
or fast-forward while the button is pressed. The rewind and
fast-forward speed is fixed at 10 times.

Cueing with the JOG/DATA dial

You can use the JOG/DATA dial to position a playback position
precisely. There are two methods of positioning: viewing the
track's waveform and listening to the track sounds.

Jogging while viewing a waveform

1. Use the transport button or location function to move the
playback position near a position where you want to cue.

2. Press the JOG PLAY button to enter the search mode.
You can switch between the timeline display and waveform

display by pressing the F1 key. Select the waveform display
screen.

3. Press the SELECT button of a track whose waveform you
want to view.

The waveform of the selected track appears.
If a stereo track is selected, the displayed track (odd or even)

changes each time the SELECT button is pressed, and only
the displayed track can be monitored.

4. Use the CURSOR (g/t) buttons to scale up/down the
display horizontally (time) as necessary.

Press the CURSOR (g) button to scale down horizontally
(time), or the CURSOR (t) button to scale up.

Also, use the CURSOR (5/b) buttons to scale up/down the
display vertically (audio level).

Press the CURSOR (5) button to scale up vertically (audio
level), or the CURSOR (b) button to scale down.

Scaling up makes it easier to cue the position precisely.

5. Use the JOG/DATA dial to find a cue point.

6. When the cue point is determined, press the JOG PLAY
button to return to the Home screen.

Now, jog sounds can be heard. (Jog sound refers to a repeat
playback sound of a short period.)

4. Use the JOG/DATA dial to find a cue point while changing
the jog sound playback position.

5. When the cue point is determined, press the JOG PLAY
button to return to the Home screen.

NOTE

The transport button is available even in search mode.
However, while the timeline is displayed, pressing the PLAY
button switches between the normal playback and jog
sound playback, and pressing the STOP button performs
jog sound playback.
When in jog mode, you can move in 1/10 frame (1/300
seconds) units. You can also set IN and OUT points with 1/10
frame precision.

Repeat playback

Use the repeat playback function to play the same part again
and again.

The repeat playback interval is the section between the IN and
OUT points.

Setting IN/OUT points

In addition to setting the repeat playback interval, the IN and
OUT points are also used to set track editing intervals and as the
punch in and punch out points when automatically punching
in and out. Moreover, these points are used as the start and end
points of the mixdown master file when creating a master file.

You can set these points during recording, playback or when the
unit is stopped.

NOTE

The IN and OUT points cannot be set or edited in the
following cases.

•

In Repeat Playback mode

•

In

Auto Punch

•

In

Mastering

8

Adding IN/OUT points

Regardless of whether the unit is stopped, playing back or
recording, when the recorder is at the desired position, press
and hold the MARK SET button and press the IN or OUT button.

The position where you pressed the IN/OUT button is set and
the time is displayed on the Home screen.

8

Locating IN/OUT points

When stopped or during playback, press the IN or OUT button.

mode

mode of the Recorder mode

Jogging while listening to audio

1. Use the transport button or location function to move the
playback position near a position where you want to cue.

2. Press the JOG PLAY button to enter the search mode.
You can switch between the timeline display and waveform

display by pressing the F1 key. Select the timeline display
screen.

3. Use the CURSOR (g/t) buttons to scale up/down the
display horizontally (time) as necessary.

Press the CURSOR (g) button to scale down horizontally
(time), or the CURSOR (t) button to scale up.

Scaling up makes it easier to cue the position precisely.

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Using repeat playback

1. Set the IN point and the OUT point you want to make the
start and end points of the repeat playback interval, and
then return to the Home screen.

2. Press the REPEAT button.
The icon appears on the Home screen, and repeat

playback starts.

Repeat icon

After the playback starts from the IN point and reaches the
OUT point, it returns to the IN point and repeats.

Playback continues to repeat between the IN and OUT
points.

3. To cancel the repeat playback, press the REPEAT button, so
that the icon disappears from the Home screen.

Jumpback playback

Press the JUMPBACK (PREVIEW) button during playback to
move back a few seconds (adjustable) and restart playback
(Jump back function).

If you want to hear a passage again during playback, press the
JUMPBACK (PREVIEW) button to go back a few seconds and
replay that passage.

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

2. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b/g/t)
buttons to select (green highlight)
then press the F4 (t) button.

The

3. Use the CURSOR (5/b) buttons to select (blue highlight)

Jump Back

for the jump back playback.

Options:

4. After making the settings, press the HOME button to return
to the Home screen.

MENU

screen.

PREFERENCE

, then use the JOG/DATA dial to set the value

1 Sec

to

(Default:

PREFERENCE

screen appears.

10 Sec, 20 Sec, 30 Sec

3 Sec

)

, and

5. Press the JUMPBACK button during playback to move back
by the time set in step 3.

Checking cueing points (preview)

You can perform a playback to check whether the cueing is
appropriately performed.

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

2. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b/g/t)
buttons to select (green highlight)
then press the F4 (t) button.

The

3. Use the CURSOR (5/b) buttons to select (blue highlight)

Preview Time

value for the preview playback.

Preview Time:

4. After making the settings, press the HOME button to return
to the Home screen.

5. Perform preview playback using either of the following
methods:

While playback is stopped, holding the PREVIEW button
and pressing the OUT button plays from the current time by
the preview time, returns, and then stops.

While playback is stopped, holding the PREVIEW button
and pressing the IN button plays from the time returned by
the preview time to the current time, and then stops.

MENU

screen.

PREFERENCE

(1 sec increments) (Default:

screen appears.

, then use the JOG/DATA dial to set the

1 Sec

to

PREFERENCE

10 Sec

4 Sec

, and

)

Automatic punching in and out

You can use the punch in/out function to perform an automatic
record from the punch in to the punch out points you previously
set .

When performing the auto punch in/out recording, the playback
starts from the pre-roll point before the start recording point
(punch in point) and when punch in point is reached, the
record starts. After that, when the recording end point (punch
out point) is reached, the unit switches to the playback of the
post-roll part and stops.

In the auto punch in/out recording, the recording track monitor
changes as follows.

• Pre-roll period: Track playback signal + input source signal

• Punch in–out interval: Input source signal

• Post-roll period: Track playback signal + input source signal

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In the auto punch in/out function of this unit, the above
monitoring changes occur not only during the actual recording,
but also in the Rehearsal mode.

In Rehearsal mode, you can simulate the auto punch in/out
recording. Therefore, you can rehearse your performance and
also check whether the IN point and OUT point are appropri­ately set.

You can also use the punch in/out in combination with the
repeat function. By using these functions in combination, you
can repeatedly rehearse the punch in/out recording, or record
the same section several times (multi-take), leaving the unit
working automatically to you. When performing multitrack
recording, you can choose the best from recorded takes.

Setting punch-in/out points

There are two ways to set the punch-in/out points.

LAST REC:

This option sets the start and end points of the last recording
(or recording rehearsal) as the punch in/out points.

The display returns to the Home screen, and
appears on the top of the screen.

IN - OUT:

This option sets the IN point and the OUT point as the punch
in/out points. The first of these points will be used as the
punch in point, and the second as the punch out point.

The display returns to the Home screen, and
appears on the top of the screen.

1. When the recorder is stopped, press the HOME button to
open the Home screen.

2. Press the REC button for the track that you want to punch
in/out automatically.

3. Press the AUTO PUNCH button to open the
screen.

Auto Punch

Auto Punch

AUTO PUNCH

Checking punch-in/out points

When punch-in/out points are set, you can confirm the setting
by pressing the PLAY (t) button.

The playback starts from the pre-roll point and continues to the
post-roll point. When the punch-in point is reached, on tracks
armed for recording, already recorded audio will be muted and
only input signals will be heard. When the punch-out point is
reached, already recorded audio and input signals will both be
heard.

If you want to change the punch-in/out points, locate the
desired points and set them again.

If there are no problems with the punch-in/out points and
pre-roll and post-roll times rehearse recording, as described
below.

Rehearsing with automatic punching

You can rehearse before performing punch in/out. In the
rehearsal, the monitor operates the same way as for the actual
recording, but the recording is not performed.

1. When the AUTO PUNCH button is lit and one of the tracks is
in recording standby, press the REHEARSE button.

The REHEARSE button becomes lit.

2. Press the RECORD (0) button.
Auto punch in/out rehearsal starts.

• Playback starts from the pre-roll point. You can monitor

both the track playback signal and the input source
signal.

• When the punch in point is reached, the monitoring

changes to input source signal only, and the RECORD
(0) button starts flashing (to indicate this is a rehearsal).

• When the punch out point is reached, the monitoring of

both the track playback signal and input source signal
starts, and the RECORD (0) button becomes unlit.

• Playback continues until the post-roll point and stops.
Before starting your rehearsal, you can press the REPEAT

button (so that all three AUTO PUNCH, REHEARSE, and
REPEAT buttons become lit), to repeat the rehearsal
operation until you press the STOP (8) button.

4. Use the CURSOR (5/b) buttons to select (blue highlight)

MODE, PREROLL

DATA dial to select the value.

MODE: LAST REC

PREROLL: 1.0

POSTROLL: 1.0

After setting
F4 (t) button.

You can press the AUTO PUNCH button to return to the
Home screen without entering Auto Punch In/Out mode.

or

POSTROLL

or

IN-OUT

to

9.9 sec

to

9.9 sec

MODE, PREROLL

, and then use the JOG/

, and

POSTROLL

, press the

NOTE

You can press the AUTO PUNCH button before putting
any tracks into recording standby. Press the REC button of
any track to put it into recording standby after enabling
automatic punching.

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Recording with automatic punching

After rehearsing, record with auto punch in/out.

1. Press the REHEARSE button to turn off the REHEARSE
button.

2. Press the RECORD (0) button.

• Playback starts from the pre-roll point. You can monitor

both the track playback signal and the input source
signal.

• When the punch in point is reached, the monitoring

changes to input source signal only, and the RECORD
(0) button lights.

• When the punch out point is reached, the monitoring of

both the track playback signal and input source signal
starts, and the RECORD (0) button becomes unlit.

• Playback continues until the post-roll point and stops.

Before starting the punch in/out recording, you can press the
REPEAT button so that the REPEAT button becomes lit, and
then, using the virtual track feature, repeat the punch in/out
recording until 8 times (8 takes).

After the recording, you can choose your favorite take from one
of the 8 takes recorded in the virtual tracks. (See "Checking a
take" below.)

NOTE

You can undo auto punch in/out operations.

Checking a take

After recording a take, follow the procedure below to check the
take.

Once the punch in/out recording is completed, the

TRACK

screen appears as follows.

VIRTUAL

Virtual tracks

This unit allows 8 virtual tracks for each track.
Since there are 8 virtual tracks for each track, you can record

multiple takes of lead vocals or improvised solos, and then
choose the best takes afterwards.

After recording, assign a separate virtual track to a physical
track, and then record another take. By repeating this process,
you can use multiple virtual tracks to hold different takes.

Recording to virtual tracks

Follow these procedures to record a virtual track.

1. Select the track.

2. Press the VIRTUAL TRACK button.

3. Select

4. Press the F4 (

5. Once you have completed the setting, press the HOME

Assigning virtual tracks

Follow these procedures to assign a virtual track to a physical
track.

1. Press the SELECT button of a track you want to assign a

UNUSED

recorded to.

button to return to the Home Screen.

virtual track to when the Home screen is displayed, and then
press the VIRTUAL TRACK button.

The

VIRTUAL TRACK

.

LOAD

) button to assign the virtual track to be

screen appears.

1. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b) buttons to
select (blue highlight) a take from the list.

2. Press the F4 (
physical track, and check the playback.

Repeat steps 1 and 2 to check another take.

3. If you are satisfied with the result, press the VIRTUAL
TRACK button to exit Virtual Track mode.

To exit from Auto Punch mode too, press the AUTO PUNCH
button.

If you are not satisfied with the result, press the RECORD
(0) button again and record another take.

LOAD

) to load, assign each virtual track to a

You can also press the VIRTUAL TRACK button first, then
select a track on the

VIRTUAL TRACK

screen.

NOTE

When creating a song, the virtual track #1 is assigned to
each physical track.

Recording, playback, and editing is only possible with
virtual tracks assigned to physical tracks.

You can also assign an already recorded virtual track to a
physical track and record over it.

2. Use the JOG/DATA dial to select the virtual track that you
want to assign.

3. Press the F4 (
physical track.

The assignment to the physical track is shown by an icon on
the screen.

LOAD

) button to assign the virtual track to a

NOTE

•

To delete a virtual track, press the F3 (
step 3 above.

•

A virtual track assigned to a physical track cannot be
deleted.

•

You can assign an unused virtual track. The track becomes
an empty track.

CLEAR

) button in

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8 - Track Editing

Editing on a conventional tape recorder in the past required
advanced techniques, but with this unit editing tracks is easy
and accurate.

Moreover, with a tape recorder, an editing error could not be
undone, but this unit uses non-destructive editing, allowing
you to edit without altering the original data. This means that
the undo function can be used to correct an edit easily. (See
“Undoing an operation” on page 40.)

Overview of track editing

This unit has the following track editing functions.

• COPY/PASTE

• COPY/INSERT

• MOVE/PASTE

• MOVE/INSERT

• OPEN (Insert Silence)

• CUT (Remove Part)

• SILENCE (Erase Part)

• CLONE TRACK (Track Duplication)

• CLEAN OUT (Delete Track)

Editing points

Among the track editing functions, COPY/PASTE, COPY/ INSERT,
MOVE/PASTE, and MOVE/INSERT use the IN/OUT/TO points as
editing points.

OPEN, CUT, and SILENCE use IN/OUT points as editing points.
These IN/OUT points are the same IN and OUT points used

during repeat playback.

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IN point

The IN point is the start point for the part of the track subject to
track editing.

Press and hold the MARK SET button and press the IN button to
set the IN point at the current position.

8

OUT point

The OUT point is the end point for the part of the track subject
to track editing.

Press and hold the MARK SET button and press the OUT button
to set the OUT point at the current position.

8

TO point

• The TO point is the current position (current point).

NOTE

If you press the JOG PLAY button to enable jog mode, you
can set IN and OUT points with subframe (1/10 frame)
precision.

Basic editing procedures

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

2. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b) buttons to
select (blue highlight) the desired track editing function, and
then press the F4 (t) button.

The corresponding function screen appears.

3. Select the setting item value.
If there are multiple setting items, use the CURSOR (5/b)

buttons to select one, and then use the JOG/DATA dial to
set the value.

4. Press the F2 (

TRACK EDIT

COPY PASTE screen

YES

) button to execute the function.

screen.

NOTE

Press the F1 (NO) button to return to the
screen without executing the function.

TRACK EDIT

Explanation of items

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SOURCE Track

This is the source editing track.
The choices available depend on the editing function.

• 1 to 12: Single track

•

13/14

•

ALL

to

23/24

You can also use the SELECT buttons of the tracks.

: 1 to 24 tracks

: Stereo track

COPY PASTE screen

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IN OUT TO

IN OUT TO

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IN/OUT/TO

To set the IN/OUT/TO points again, exit the TRACK EDIT screen,
and set them again from the beginning.

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TARGET Track

This is the target editing track. In the case of OPEN, CUT, SILENCE,
and CLEAN OUT, it becomes the target track itself.

The choices depend on what you have already chosen for the

SOURCE Track

When a single track is specified as the

TARGET Track

When a stereo track (e.g.

Track

, the

23/24

(stereo track).

• You can also use the SELECT buttons of the tracks.

When

ALL

(all tracks) is specified as the

TARGET Track

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TIMES

Set the number of times that the copied section will be pasted.
Set the number between 1 and 99.

COPY/PASTE

.

SOURCE Track

options are 1 to 12 (single tracks).

13/14

TARGET Track

option is

IN OUT TO

) is specified as the

options are

ALL

(all tracks) only.

, the

SOURCE

13/14

SOURCE Track

to

, the

COPY/INSERT

IN OUT TO

This function copies the audio data from between the IN and
OUT points on the COPY source track, and inserts it on the COPY
destination track starting from the TO point. This operation does
not change the COPY source track.

This operation inserts recorded data into the COPY destination
track. The recorded data on the COPY destination track after the
TO point is offset by the amount of time used by the inserted
audio data. Therefore, the COPY destination track becomes
longer.

You can make multiple copies in a single operation. In other
words, you can insert a designated number of repetitions of the
COPY data into the COPY destination track from the TO point.

The following parameters are used in this operation.

• SOURCE Track (1 to 12,

• IN/OUT/TO

• TARGET Track

• TIMES

13/14

to

23/24, ALL

)

This function copies the audio data from between the IN and
OUT points on the COPY source track, and pastes it on the COPY
destination track starting from the TO point. This operation does
not change the COPY source track.

This operation overwrites recorded data on the COPY desti­nation track. Therefore, the length of the COPY destination track
is not changed.

You can make multiple copies in a single operation.

In other words, you can overwrite the COPY destination track
from the TO point with a designated number of repetitions of
the COPY data.

The following parameters are used in this operation.

• SOURCE Track (1 to 12,

• IN/OUT/TO

• TARGET Track

• TIMES

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13/14

to

23/24, ALL

)

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IN OUT TO

IN OUT TO

IN OUT

IN OUT

MOVE/PASTE

IN OUT TO

The audio data between the IN and OUT points on the MOVE source
track is removed and pasted on the MOVE destination track starting
from the TO point. This operation leaves a silence between the IN and
OUT points on the MOVE source track.

This operation overwrites recorded data on the MOVE destination
track. Therefore, the length of the MOVE destination track is not
changed.

The following parameters are used in this operation.

• SOURCE Track (1 to 12,

• IN/OUT/TO

• TARGET Track

13/14

to

23/24, ALL

)

OPEN (Insert Silence)

IN OUT

This function inserts silence between the IN and OUT points on
the selected track.

This function splits the track at the IN point and shifts the
recorded data after the IN point to after the OUT point.
Therefore, the track becomes longer.

The following parameters are used in this operation.

• TARGET Track (1 to 12,

• IN/OUT

13/14

to

23/24, ALL

)

CUT (Remove Part)

MOVE/INSERT

IN OUT TO

The audio data between the IN and OUT points on the MOVE source
track is removed and inserted in the MOVE destination track starting
from the TO point. This operation leaves a silence between the IN and
OUT points on the MOVE source track.

This operation inserts recorded data into the MOVE destination track
starting from the TO point. Therefore, the MOVE destination track
becomes longer.

The following parameters are used in this operation.

• SOURCE Track (1 to 12,

• IN/OUT/TO

• TARGET Track

13/14

to

23/24, ALL

)

IN

This function cuts (deletes) the audio data between the IN and
OUT points on the selected track, and shifts the remaining
recording after the OUT point forward to the IN point. Therefore,
the track becomes shorter.

The following parameters are used in this operation.

• TARGET Track (1 to 12,

• IN/OUT

13/14

to

23/24, ALL

)

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IN OUT

SILENCE (Erase Part)

IN OUT

This function cuts (deletes) the audio data between the IN and
OUT points on the selected track.

This is the same as leaving silence between the IN and OUT
points, as though there had been no recording.

This operation does not change the length of the track.

The following parameters are used in this operation.

• TARGET Track (1 to 12,

• IN/OUT

13/14

to

23/24, ALL

)

CLEAN OUT (Delete Track)

Use this function to completely erase the selected track.
This deletes the entire track, so IN/OUT/TO points have no effect.
The following parameters are used in this operation.

• TARGET Track (1 to 12,

13/14

to

23/24, ALL

)

TIP

You can use this function to delete short noises, for example.

CLONE TRACK (Track Duplication)

Use this function to duplicate a single track or a stereo track to a
different track.

This copies the entire track, so the IN/OUT/TO points have no
effect.

The following parameters are used in this operation.

• SOURCE Track (1 to 12,

• TARGET Track

13/14

to

23/24

)

NOTE

If you choose the same track for both
and

TARGET Track, Same Track

operation cannot be executed.

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SOURCE Track

appears and the

9 - Using Built-In Effects

This chapter explains the dynamic effects, guitar effects, and
send effects that can be applied to individual mic and guitar
inputs.

You can select one of the four types of dynamic effects
(COMPRESSOR, NOISE SUPPRESSOR, DE-ESSER, EXCITER) to
apply to all inputs (INPUT A to H).

The library data can also be used for other songs.
Even when the parameters are not stored in the library data, the

effect assignments and parameters are always stored as part of
a song.

Dynamic effects

When you press the DYNAMICS button, the effect inserted in the
last selected input (INPUT A to H) is displayed.

You can select one of the four types of effects (COMPRESSOR,
NOISE SUPPRESSOR, DE-ESSER, EXCITER) and apply it to all
inputs (INPUT A to H) (though the simultaneous application has
some limitations).

You cannot use multiple types of effects simultaneously.

CAUTION

When using a guitar effect together with a dynamic effect,
the dynamic effect can be only inserted into a maximum of
2 channels.

The selected input is displayed on the screen. (INPUT A to H)
The on/off state is also displayed on the screen.

Inserting a dynamic effect

Press the DYNAMICS button to open the
Press the SOURCE button to select the input (INPUT A to H) into
which you want to insert the dynamic effect.

Press the F3 (
want to insert. Press the F4 (
selected effect to ON and insert it.

You can also align the cursor with
Mixer screen and use the JOG/DATA dial to turn the effect on/
off.

SELECT

) button to select the effect that you

ON/OFF

Editing a dynamic effect

You can edit the parameters of the selected dynamic effect. The
editing parameters differ depending on the effect type.

Use the CURSOR (5/b/g/t) buttons to select the
parameter that you want to change, and then use the JOG/
DATA dial to select the value.

DYNAMICS

) button to set the

INSERT EFFECT

screen.

on the

Guitar effects

This unit has multi-effects for guitar. You can insert these effects
into the tracks for use.

Inserting a guitar effect

Press the EFFECT button to open the

SEND EFFECT

When the

(

GUITAR

If there is any effect already inserted in a track, the SELECT
button is lit and the track number appears on the upper right
corner of the screen.

If there is no effect inserted, the SELECT button is unlit, and

TRACK --

Press the SELECT button of the track which you want to insert
the effect into, and the effect will be inserted.

You can also align the cursor with
Mixer screen and use the JOG/DATA dial to turn the effect on/
off.

screen (the last displayed effect appears).

SEND EFFECT

) button to open the

appears on the upper right corner of the screen.

screen is displayed, press the F1

CAUTION

Guitar effects can be also inserted into stereo tracks. When
inserting into a stereo track, though the stereo effect can
be achieved depending on the effect used, since the input is
monaural and the output is monaural/stereo, observe the
following precautions.

•

Since the effect input is monaural, when it is inserted into
a stereo track, the odd numbered track input becomes
active. Therefore, if you want to achieve the stereo effect
when recording a stereo track inserted with an effect, set
the input assignment to monaural.

Example: assigning H/H to 13/14 tracks

Editing guitar effects

You can edit the parameters of the selected guitar effect. The
editing parameters differ depending on the effect type.

Press the F3 (
want to edit.

Use the CURSOR (5/b/g/t) buttons to select the
parameter that you want to change, and then use the JOG/
DATA dial to select the value.

Select whether you apply the effect during recording or during
playback with the
screen.

SELECT

POSITION

) button to select the effect that you

GUITAR EFFECT/

GUITAR EFFECT

INSERT EFFECT

parameter on the Guitar Effect

screen.

on the

NOTE

There is no preset or storage functions available.

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Calling effects from the guitar effect library

1. On the Guitar Effect screen, press the F2 (
button to display the library list.

2. Use the JOG/DATA dial to select the effect setting that you
want to call, and then press the F4 (t) button.

3. The setting is called and the display returns to the Guitar
Effect screen.

Press the F1 (g) button to return to the Guitar Effect screen
without changing the parameter.

NOTE

The preset data is stored in
are stored in

USER

PRESET

.

LIBRARY

, and the user settings

)

Saving guitar effects in the library

You can save an edited setting as a user setting in the library.

1. When the Guitar Effect screen is displayed, press the F2
(

LIBRARY

Use the JOG/DATA dial to select the USER area, and then
press the F3 (

NOTE

The library list contains a PRESET area and a USER area.
PRESET area data cannot be overwritten.

2. Enter a name, if necessary.
Names of the PRESET library cannot be changed.

) button to display the PRESET/USER library list.

SAVE

) button.

Send effects

The send effects can be used to send signals to Send Effect 1.
You can select one among the 3 types of send effects (REVERB,

DELAY, CHORUS) available. You cannot use multiple types of
effects simultaneously.

Using send effects

You can send input channel or track signals to the send effects.
Channel signal send levels and pre/post selection are performed
on the Mixer screen. (See “Sending signals to internal/external
effects” on page 38.)

The return from this effect is sent to the stereo bus. In Bounce
mode, however, it is sent to the bounce bus. (See “Bouncing
tracks” on page 43.)

Editing send effects

The parameter editing is performed on the
Press the EFFECT button to open the

while the Guitar Effect is displayed, press the F1 (
to switch to the Send Effect screen.

Press the F3 (
(REVERB, DELAY, CHORUS).

Use the CURSOR (5/b/g/t) buttons to select the
parameter that you want to change, and then use the JOG/
DATA dial to select the value.

SELECT

) button to select the effect type

EFFECT

EFFECT

screen.

screen, and

SEND

) button

Calling the send effect library

1. On the Send Effect screen, press the F2 (
to display the library list.

2. Use the JOG/DATA dial to select the effect setting that you
want to call, and then press the F4 (t) button.

3. The setting is called and the display returns to the Send
Effect screen.

Press the F1 (g) button to return to the Send Effect screen
without changing the parameter.

LIBRARY

) button

Saving send effects in the library

You can save an edited setting as a user setting in the library.

1. When the Send Effect screen is displayed, press the F2
(

LIBRARY

Use the JOG/DATA dial to select the USER area, and then
press the F3 (

NOTE

The library list contains a PRESET area and a USER area.
PRESET area data cannot be overwritten.

2. Enter a name if necessary.
Names of the PRESET library cannot be changed.

) button to display the PRESET/USER library list.

SAVE

) button.

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Mixing down tracks

Mixing down tracks is the process of adjusting the volumes and
stereo positions of each recorded track and mixing them into a
well-balanced stereo track.

Including recorded tracks (24 maximum) and inputs (8
maximum), you can mix down up to 32 tracks in total.

Levels and balance

Use the track faders to balance the relative levels of the tracks.

Then, use the STEREO fader to adjust the overall level. Watching
the stereo level meters on the display, adjust the level until it is
suitable.

If the volume is too loud, the sound will be distorted.

NOTE

The track meters on the display show the recorded signal
levels of the tracks. Therefore, these meters do not change
when the TRACK faders are adjusted.

TIP

You do not need to keep the entire song at the same volume.
For example, you could gradually increase the volume
during a guitar solo.

CAUTION

After canceling the group setting, the positions of the
physical faders and the actual fader levels (internal fader)
may not match. In such a case, when you move a physical
fader, the internal fader matches the physical fader value,
and thereafter the physical fader controls the level. In this
case, a sudden level change may occur.

NOTE

After setting a group, if it is released or added to and the
master fader is changed, the track level is reset to the
physical fader value.

Stereo position (panning)

Use the PAN knobs on the Mixer screen of each track to set the
stereo position of the track signal.

Track equalizer

Each track has a 3-band equalizer.

The equalizer setting is made on the Mixer screen (
to

TRACK 23/24

For a stereo track, the adjustment is the balance (BAL).

1. Press the MIXER button to open the Mixer screen.

).

TRACK 1

Fader group

You can control multiple faders simultaneously.
Set or release a group while the FADER GROUP button is lit.

8

Grouping tracks

1. Press the FADER GROUP button.

2. Adjust the level and balance between tracks you want to
control.

3. Press the SELECT buttons of tracks to control.
The lit SELECT button indicates a track with a group set.
The track fader with the smallest number will be the master

fader, and faders with a group set can be controlled. While
a fader other than the master fader is operated, the SELECT
button of the master fader blinks.

This fader group retains the relative level difference from
the master fader at the time of setting internally in dB. The
physical fader interval is not retained.

NOTE

When a group has been set, it will not be cancelled even if
you press the FADER GROUP button. (The FADER GROUP
button blinks.)

In this case, if the master fader is operated, the SELECT
buttons of tracks with a group set light during operation.

If another fader is operated, the SELECT button of the
master fader blinks during operation.

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Ungrouping tracks

1. Press and turn off all the SELECT buttons of tracks with a
group set.

2. Press the FADER GROUP button.
If you press the FADER GROUP button before turning off

all the buttons (there is still a lit button), the FADER GROUP
button blinks to indicate that the group setting is active.

2. Adjust the track equalizer.

The equalizer parameters are as follows.

GAIN FREQ

High gain
Setting range: ±12dB

HIGH

(Default: 0dB)

Mid gain
Setting range: ±12dB

MID

(Default: 0dB)

Low gain
Setting range: ±12dB

LOW

(Default: 0dB)

Use the SELECT button of each track to select the desired
track.

Use the HIGH, MID, and LOW GAIN knobs to adjust the gain
of each band.

Use the HIGH, MID, and LOW FREQ knobs to adjust the
center frequency of each band.

Use the MID Q knob to set the resonance (width) of the MID
FREQ band.

Setting range:

Press the EQUALIZER ON/OFF button to turn the equalizer
on or off.

Use INPUT SOURCE (A–H) buttons to select inputs to set
the equalizer. (See “Using the input equalizer” on page 37.)

0.25

to 16 (Default:

High frequency
Setting range: 1.7kHz to
18kHz (Default: 10kHz)
Mid frequency
Setting range: 32Hz to
18kHz
(Default: 1.0kHz)
Low frequency
Setting range: 32Hz to

1.6kHz
(Default: 100Hz)

0.5

)

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3. After making the settings, press the HOME button to return
to the Home screen.

Send effects

This unit has 3 types of send effects.
Adjust the level of the signal sent to the effect from each track

by using their SEND EFF 1/EFF 2 knobs.

NOTE

The return level from the send effect (
can be adjusted on the Send Effect screen.

1. Press the EFFECT button to open the Effect screen.

2. Set the send effect.
Press the EFFECT button to open the Effect screen where

the last operation was performed. Press the F3 (
button to select one from the 3 available types (

DELAY, CHORUS

simultaneously.
Align the cursor with the parameter that you want to select,

and then use the JOG/DATA dial to set the parameter.
The return from the send effect is mixed with the stereo

signal.

3. After making the send effect setting, press the HOME
button to return to the Home screen.

4. Use the SEND EFF 1 knob to adjust the level of the signal
sent to the send effect of each track.

). You cannot use multiple types of effects

RETURN LEVEL

SELECT
REVERB

)

)
,

Creating a master file

When you are satisfied with your mix, this unit can record the
mixed down tracks and create a master file.

A master file recorded by this unit is saved as part of the song.
This master file can be recorded by an external stereo recorder,

and can also be converted by the unit into a WAV file and stored
with the same name of a song in the song folder of the SD card.

NOTE

Only one master file (song name ".wav") can be created
inside a song (when mastering, there is another file besides
the master file (song name ".wav"), but it is a file for internal
use).

Setting the start and end points

Before creating a master file, set the start and end points of the
mixed down master file. The range between the song's IN point
and OUT point will be recorded as the master file.

Ordinarily, set the beginning of the song as the IN point and the
end of the song as OUT point.

Press and hold the MARK SET button and press the IN button
where you want to set the IN point (start point) of the master
file, and press and hold the MARK SET button and press the
OUT button where you want to set the OUT point (end point).

For more information about how to correct the IN/OUT points,
see “Setting IN/OUT points” on page 45.

TIP

When using an external effect, connect the output of the
external effect (return) to INPUT A to H. By assigning the
connected input to the stereo bus, you can return the effect
sound to the stereo bus. (See “Assigning to a stereo bus” on
page 35.)

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Creating a master file

After setting the IN and OUT points, you are ready to create the
master file.

1. When Recorder mode is
MIXDOWN/MASTERING button.

The Recorder mode switches to
display returns to the Home screen.

If you play or record, you can hear the signal of the mixed
tracks (the signal to be recorded) through headphones or
monitoring system.

Multi Track

Mixdown

mode, press the

mode and the

NOTE

•

In Mixdown mode,
corner of the Home screen.

•

If the interval between the IN and OUT points is shorter than
4 seconds, when you start the record,
appears and the mixdown recording cannot be performed.

•

When Recorder mode is
functions do not work. If you try to use one of these
functions,

2. Press the RECORD (0) button.
The mixdown starts and the RECORD (0) button becomes

lit.
Regardless of the recorder's current position, the mixdown

starts from the IN point.
If necessary, use the track faders or the Mixer screen's PAN

knobs to mix down the tracks to stereo. These adjustments
will be reflected in the master file.

When the recorder reaches the OUT point, recording
automatically stops.

3. If you want to redo the creation of the stereo master track,
press the RECORD (0) button.

A new master file will be created, and the previous master
file will be overwritten.

In Mixdown Mode

Mixdown

Mixdown

appears on the upper left

Trk Too Short

mode, some playback

appears.

NOTE

After recording the master file, you can play back the master
file to check it. (See "Checking the master file" on the right
column.)

Exiting Mixdown mode

Press the MIXDOWN/MASTERING button twice to return to

Multi Track

mode of the Recorder mode.

Checking the master file

Follow the procedure below to listen to a master file after you
have completed recording it.

1. When Recorder mode is
MIXDOWN/MASTERING button.

The Recorder mode switches to
the display returns to the

NOTE

•

In Mastering mode,
left corner of the Home screen.

•

When Recorder mode is
MIXDOWN/MASTERING button to switch to
mode, and then press the MIXDOWN/MASTERING button
again to switch to

•

You cannot switch to
master file.

2. In this state, press the PL AY (7) button to play back the
master file that you have created.

CAUTION

Confirm that both the EQ and

OFF

. If either is set to ON, the sound will be affected
by the equalizer and/or compressor. (See “Using the
mastering equalizer” on page 59 and “Using mastering
compression” on page 59.)

3. When Recorder mode is
buttons work as follows.

• Press the PLAY (7) button to play back the master file

from the current position until its end.

• Use the REW (m) (TO ZERO) button and the F FWD

(,) (TO LAST REC) button to perform rewind/
fast-forward in the same way as in ordinary Recorder
mode.

• Press the STOP (8) button to stop playback.

• Track recording is not possible.

• Repeat playback and location mark functions cannot be

used.

Since the master file playback signal is output from the
STEREO OUT jack, you can record the output to an external
stereo recorder.

If you are not satisfied with the created master file, you can
perform a new mixdown.

NOTE

To listen to a master file recorded in a saved song, load the
song, change the Recorder mode to
and then press the PLAY (7) button to start playback.

Mixdown

Mastering

Mastering

Mastering

Multi Track

Mastering

Mastering

COMP

Mastering

mode, press the

mode and

screen.

appears on the upper

, press the

Mixdown

mode.

mode if there is no

items are set to

mode, the transport

Mastering

mode,

Ending master file checking

After checking the master file, press the MIXDOWN/
MASTERING button to return to the

the Recorder mode.

Multi Track

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Finishing up a master file (mastering)

This unit has specialized tools for enhancing the sound of
the master file. Use the equalizer, compressor, and normalize
function to adjust the overall volume and sound quality.

Switch to
enhance the master file.

Mastering procedures

Follow the steps below to perform mastering.

When Recorder mode is
MIXDOWN/MASTERING button.

The Recorder mode switches to

Mastering

Mastering

8

Step 1 - Enter Mastering mode.

screen opens.

mode and use the mastering tools to

Mixdown

Mastering

mode, press the

mode and the

NOTE

If you stop recording in the middle, a master file will be
created until the time when you stopped the unit.

8

Step 4 - Check your recording.

Turn the equalizer and compressor off before playing back the
master file to check the mastering results.

Single undo and redo can be used, so you can compare the
sound before and after mastering.

8

If you are not satisfied with the result

Undo the operation to return master file to mixdown state, and
and apply the mastering tools again from step 1.

NOTE

Multi-undo and redo cannot be used when the Recorder
mode is

Mastering

mode.

NOTE

•

When Recorder mode is
MIXDOWN/MASTERING button to switch to
mode, and then press the MIXDOWN/MASTERING button
again to switch to

•

You cannot switch to
master file.

8

Step 2 - Use the mastering tools to adjust the sound.

You can use the following functions as mastering tools:
EQUALIZER function (F1 (EQ) button), COMPRESSOR function
(F2 (

COMP

) button) and NORMALIZE function (F4 (

button).
You also can choose between a multi-band and single-band

type compressor on the

F2 (

SINGLE

For the multi-band compressor, the parameter setting display
of the
BAND and HIGH BAND areas for individual low, mid and high
frequency adjustments.

Make the necessary settings in each tool screen. (For further details,
see the following "Using the mastering equalizer," "Using masterin
compression" and "Using normalize".)

When Recorder mode is
the PLAY (7), STOP (8), REW (m) (TO ZERO), and F FWD
(,) (TO LAST REC) transport buttons, adjust the settings as
you monitor the playback signal.

8

Step 3 - Record a new master file using the mastering

) or F2 (

COMP MULTI

Multi Track

Mastering

Mastering

COMP MULTI

MULTI

screen is split into LOW BAND, MID

Mastering

mode.

) button.

mode, press the

Mixdown

mode if there is no

NORM

screen by pressing the

mode, since you can use

)

tools.

After adjusting the settings of the mastering tools, press the
RECORD (0) button to start recording.

The recording starts and the PLAY (7) and RECORD (0)
buttons become lit.

Recording always starts from
the current position.

Recording in
At the end of the master file, recording finishes automatically

and the position returns to

Mastering

00:00:00:00

mode overwrites the master file.

00:00:00:00

regardless of

.

g

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10 - Mixing Down and Mastering Tracks

Using the mastering equalizer

1. When the
(EQ) button to open the

Mastering equalization is set on this screen.

2. Adjust mastering equalization on this screen.
The equalizer parameters are as follows.

HIGH

MID

LOW

Use the HIGH, MID, and LOW GAIN knobs to adjust the
gain.

Use the HIGH, MID, and LOW FREQ knobs to adjust the
center frequency.

Use the MID Q knob to set the MID FREQ bandwidth.
Setting range:
You use the EQUALIZER ON/OFF button to turn the

equalizer on/off.

Mastering

GAIN FREQ

High gain
Setting range: ±12dB
(Default: 0dB)

Mid gain
Setting range: ±12dB
(Default: 0dB)

Low gain
Setting range: ±12dB
(Default: 0dB)

0.25

screen is displayed, press the F1

EQUALIZER

to 16 (Default:

screen.

High frequency
Setting range: 1.7kHz to
18kHz (Default: 10kHz)

Mid frequency
Setting range: 32Hz to
18kHz (Default: 1.0kHz)

Low frequency
Setting range: 32Hz to

1.6kHz (Default: 100Hz)

0.5

)

Using mastering compression

You can choose between a single band and a multi-band type of
compressor.

Multi-band compressors allow independent settings for the low,
mid and high frequency ranges, so you can adjust the overall
volume balance. By using compression, you can also reduce
unwanted peaks and increase the overall gain in order to raise
the volume, creating a mastered sound with greater impact.

1. When the
(

COMP

2. Press the F3 (
pop-up screen.

3. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b) buttons to
select (blue highlight) the desired library, and then press the
F4 (t) button.

After the library is read, the display returns to the

MULTI

4. When using the multi-band compressor, move the cursor
to the band display area, use the JOG/DATA dial to switch
among the bands, and then set the parameter for each band
as desired.

Mastering

) button to open the

LIBRARY

screen.

screen is displayed, press the F2

) button to open the library list

COMP MULTI

screen.

COMP

NOTE

Q refers to the center frequency of the equalizer divided by

the bandwidth. A high Q value reduces the cut and/or boost
applied to the frequencies. Depending on the equalizer
settings, the graph at the top of the screen changes.

3. After making the settings, press the F1 (g) button to return

to the

Mastering

4. The EQ item state of the

ON

or

OFF

.

screen.

Mastering

screen is shown as

Multiband type

Single band type

At this time, the selected band is shown in the upper left
corner.

5. Use the CURSOR (5/b/g/t) buttons to select the item
whose value you to change, and then use the JOG/DATA
dial to change it.

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THRESHOLD

Set the threshold value that determines when the
compressor begins to operate.

RATIO

Set the compression ratio.

KNEE

Select the transition curve.

GAIN

Adjust the output level.

ATTACK

Adjust the attack time.

RELEASE

Adjust the release time.

AUTO MAKE

This feature automatically adjusts the volume to prevent it
from being reduced by the compressor.

6. When using the multi-band type, move the cursor to

CROSSOVER

the frequency range of each band.

and then use the JOG/DATA dial to adjust

Using normalize

Use the normalize function to automatically adjust the volume.
This function detects the highest volume level and raises the

overall volume until the highest level reaches the maximum
limit.

CAUTION

If you use equalization or compression after normalizing the
track, distortion might occur.

Use the normalize function after adjusting the sound
quality with equalization and compression.

1. When the
(

NORM

2. Press the F2 (

3. Once the normalization is completed, the display returns to
the

Mastering

) button to open the

YES

) button to perform the normalization.

Mastering

screen.

screen is displayed, press the F4

NORMALIZE

screen.

7. Press the F4 (
or off. The ON or OFF state is shown on the
screen.

8. After setting the parameters, press the F1 (g) button to
return to the

Compressor ON/OFF

ON/OFF

Mastering

) button to turn the compressor on

Mastering

screen.

Exiting Mastering mode

To exit

Mastering

mode, press the MIXDOWN/MASTERING button.

mode and return to

Multi Track

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11 - Various Other Functions

Metronome

This unit has a built-in metronome.
The metronome works during the Recorder operation.
You can set it to work during both playback and recording or

only during recording.

1. When the Recorder is stopped, press the METRONOME
button to open the

2. Set the following items.
Use the CURSOR (5/b) buttons to select the desired item,

and then use the JOG/DATA dial to change its value.

MODE

You can select from the following modes.

Mode Description

OFF Default, metronome OFF

REC&PLAY

REC Works only during recording

METRONOME

Works both during recording and
playback

screen.

NOTE

•

When the metronome is working, you can monitor the
sound of the metronome through connected external
speakers. Note, however, that the metronome sound might
also be recorded when you use a microphone to record.

•

When the metronome is working, you can adjust the

LEVEL

items cannot be changed.

•

You can use the metronome as a click track to help keep
time when recording rhythm guitar, bass, etc. at the
beginning of a song.

•

If you want to use the metronome for practice, you can
either turn each track's fader all the way down during
playback or play a song that does not have any recordings.

item on the

METRONOME

setting screen, but other

TEMPO

Set the speed.
The setting range is from 20 to

120

)

SIGNATURE

Set time signature to 4/4, 3/4, etc.
The setting range is from

4/4

)

BAR DISP

Set the

BAR

LEVEL

Set the metronome volume.
The setting range is from 0 to

3. After making the settings, press the HOME button to return
to the Home screen.

The metronome works according to the
in step 2 above.

When the setting is enabled, the METRONOME button
flashes according to the metronome tempo.

The metronome signal is not recorded even if set to work
during recording.

display to

250

(BPM). (Default:

1/1 to 12/8

ON/OFF

127

. (Default:

. (Default:

MODE

. (Default:

OFF

)

100

)

setting made

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11 - Various Other Functions

Tuner function

You can use the built-in chromatic tuner to tune guitars.

1. Connect the guitar or bass guitar to the MIC/LINE INPUTS H
jack.

Tuning cannot be performed on instruments connected to
the MIC/LINE INPUTS A to G jacks.

2. Set the LINE-GUITAR switch on the rear panel to GUITAR .
(See “Selecting the input sources” on page 35.)

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

4. Use the JOG/DATA dial to select the
then press the F4 (t) button.

The

5. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b) buttons to
set the A4 (La) standard frequency.

The setting range is from

440Hz

6. Play the instrument and begin tuning.
The pitch name closest to the string appears above the

meters.
Tune the instrument so that the target pitch name appears

and the center of the tuning meter lights.
A bar appears on the left or right of the center if the sound

is lower or higher than the target pitch. The bar becomes
longer as the sound shifts away from the target pitch.

When the pitch played matches the note shown, the center "

MENU

screen.

TUNER

", " t" and "g" lights green.

screen appears.

435Hz

)

TUNER

to

445Hz

menu item and

. (Default:

Setup (PREFERENCE)

You can use the
settings to optimize the unit for your use environment and other
requirements, as well as to restore the factory settings.

The PREFERENCE menu allows you to customize the unit to your
preference.

Follow the procedure below to open the
screen.

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

2. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b/g/t)
buttons to select
(t) button.

The

PREFERENCE

3. On the
buttons to select a parameter, and then use the JOG/DATA
dial to change its setting.

• Auto Power Save(Set automatic power saving)

• Contrast (LCD adjustment)

• Brightness (LCD adjustment)

• Backlight (LCD adjustment)

• Foot SW Right (Foot switch R assignment)

• Foot SW Center (Foot switch C assignment)

• Foot SW Left (Foot switch L assignment)

• Undo History (Switch over between level 1 and level 10)

• Jump Back (Jump time setting)

• Auto Monitor (Auto Monitor setting)

• Preview Time (Preview time setting)

• Peak Hold(Set peak hold time)

• Song Name Type (Switching between DATE and WORD)

• Date/Time (System time/date setting)

• Initialize (Factory setting reset)

PREFERENCE

MENU

screen.

PREFERENCE

screen appears.

PREFERENCE

screen to change various

PREFERENCE

, and then press the F4

screen, use the CURSOR (5/b)

7. After tuning the instrument, press the HOME button to
return to the Home screen.

NOTE

The following buttons can be controlled in the Tuner mode.

INPUT TRIM (Analog)
JOG/DATA dial (Calibration)
Monitor level

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Setting automatic power saving

Use the

Auto Power Save

until the unit power turns off after the last user operation or
function completes.

The options and default value are as follows.
Options: OFF, 3Min, 5Min, 10Min, 30Min (default value)

item to set the amount of time

CAUTION

By default, this is set to turn the unit off automatically after
30 minutes. Set this to “OFF” if you do not want the unit to
turn off automatically.

NOTE

The Auto Power Save Function is disabled under the
following conditions.

•

During recording or playback

•

When the metronome is in use

•

When the record function is ON

•

When a signal is output from the STEREO OUT

Setting automatic monitoring

Input monitoring is possible when recording is enabled and the
transport is stopped.

If automatic monitoring is ON, when playback starts, input
sounds are muted, and only playback sounds can be monitored.

Use the

AUTO MONITOR

OFF (Default):

Input sounds are not muted even when playback starts.
When recording is enabled, input and playback sounds are

mixed.

ON:

When playback starts, input sounds are muted.
When recording is enabled, only playback sounds can be

heard.

item to set this function.

Restoring the initial preference settings

You can restore the
adjustments (factory default settings). This operation is called
initialization.

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

2. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b/g/t)
buttons to select (green highlight)
then press the F4 (t) button.

The

PREFERENCE

3. Use the CURSOR (5/b) buttons to select
and then press the F4 (t) button.

4. As a confirmation message appears, press the F2 (
button to confirm.

PREFERENCE

MENU

screen.

screen settings to the initial

screen appears.

PREFERENCE

Initialize

YES

, and

)

,

Setting the song name format

Use the

Song Name Type

song names created by this unit to

WORD: The characters set are used for the beginning of the
song name.

Example (set to “TASCAM”): “TASCAM0001”

DATE: The date is used for the beginning of the song name.

Example (created on July 10, 2012): “201207100001”

8

Setting the WORD

When the
is set to
screen.

The length of the word is limited to XX single-byte alphanumeric
characters. (See “Editing names” on page 30.)

Song Name Type

WORD

, press the F4 (t) button to open the setting

item to set the format used for

WORD

on the

PREFERENCE

(default) or

DATE

screen

.

5. Once the initialization is completed, the display returns to
the

PREFERENCE

screen.

NOTE

If you want to cancel the initialization, press the F1 (NO)
button.

6. After making the settings, press the HOME button to return
to the Home screen.

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11 - Various Other Functions

Viewing information

You can view information about the current song (currently
loaded song), the SD card and the firmware.

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

2. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b/g/t)
buttons to select (green highlight)
then press the F4 (t) button.

The
The following information is displayed on the

MATION

MENU

screen.

INFORMATION

screen.

INFORMATION

screen appears.

, and

INFOR-

CURRENT SONG

NAME
FORMAT
DAT E
SIZE

INFO

TOTAL SONG
TOTAL SIZE
REMAIN SIZE
SYSTEM VERSION

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12 - SD Card Management

The recording files are stored on the SD cards.
Depending on the SD card capacity, the card is formatted with

the FAT16 or FAT32 file system.

SD card capacity File system

512MB to 2GB FAT16

Above 2GB FAT32

Moreover, this unit is compatible with SD card write protect
function, so you can write-protect your cards to prevent
accidental deletions by formatting them. (See “About write-pro­tected SD cards” on page 26.)

When an SD card is inserted, the unit performs a mounting
process and then enables the SD card use. At this time, if the
inserted SD card has not been formatted by this unit, a message
appears prompting you to format it.

If the inserted SD card has no setup files stored in it, a message
appears prompting you to create a setup file.

When an SD card is ejected, the unit performs an unmount
process and then a No Card message appears.

CAUTION

•

The ejection during recording is not supported.

•

The format operation cannot be undone.

NOTE

•

The FAT (File Allocation Table) format is a disk format that
can be read by a computer.

•

SD and SDHC cards that are at least 512MB in size can be
used.
A list of SD cards that have been confirmed to work with
this unit can be found on the TEAC Global Site (http://
teac-global.com/).

Quick formatting an SD card

Use the

QUICK FORMAT

Using QUICK FORMAT erases all files on the card and automati­cally creates new MUSIC, UTILITY, and AudioDepot folders, as well
as the dp-24.sys file that is necessary to use the SD card with this
unit.

CAUTION

This operation erases all the data from the SD card. This
operation cannot be undone.

Confirm that you will not lose important data before quick
formatting a card.

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

2. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b/g/t)
buttons to select (green highlight)
the F4 (t) button.

The Quick Format/Full Format selection screen appears.

MENU

item to quickly format an SD card.

screen.

FORMAT

, and then press

3. Use the JOG/DATA dial to select
press the F4 (t) button.

A confirmation message (

4. Press the F2 (
If you want to cancel the quick format, press the F1 (NO)
button.

5. Once the quick format is completed, the display returns to
the

FORMAT

YES

) button to execute the quick format.

screen.

QUICK FORMAT

QUICK FORMAT

) appears.

and

NOTE

When a card is formatted, a song is automatically created in
the MUSIC folder.

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12 - SD Card Management

Full formatting an SD card

Use the

FULL FORMAT

FULL FORMAT erases all files on the card and automatically
creates new MUSIC, UTILITY, and AudioDepot folders, as well as
the dp-24.sys file that is necessary to use the SD card with this
unit.

With Full Format, memory errors are checked during the
formatting. The full format takes longer than the quick format.

This operation will execute the Full Format of an SD card.

CAUTION

This operation erases all the data from the SD card. This
operation cannot be undone.

Confirm that you will not lose important data before full
formatting a card.

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

2. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b/g/t)
buttons to select (green highlight)
the F4 (t) button.

MENU

item to full format an SD card. Using

screen.

FORMAT

, and then press

The Quick Format/Full Format selection screen appears.

3. Use the JOG/DATA dial to select
press the F4 (t) button.

A confirmation message (

4. Press the F2 (
want to cancel the full format, press the F1 (NO) button.

5. Once the full format is completed, the display returns to the

FORMAT

YES

) button to execute the full format. If you

menu screen.

FULL FORMAT

FULL FORMAT

and

) appears.

NOTE

When a card is formatted, a song is automatically created in
the MUSIC folder.

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13 - Exchanging Data with a Computer

By connecting this unit to a computer using the included USB
cable, you can backup song data from an SD card in the unit to a
computer and restore backed-up song information. In addition,
you can export track files and stereo master files from songs to
the computer, as well as import audio files from the computer to
the unit.

Backed up data can be restored to a different DP-24SD unit
than the one that created it. In other words, files can be freely
exchanged between DP-24SD units, making it easy to add
additional recordings or mix existing recordings in a different
location.

CAUTION

If you want to remove an SD card from this unit and back up
its data on a computer using a card reader, always turn off
the unit's power before removing the card.

NOTE

In this chapter, "computer" refers to a Windows or Mac
personal computer connected to this unit. (See "Operating
system requirements" on the right column.)

The following types of data can be transferred from this unit to
a computer.

8

Entire songs

You can transfer the data for an entire song from the unit's
MUSIC folder to a computer. This operation is called "backup". In
addition, data backed up on a computer can be transferred to
the MUSIC folder, and then restored as song file. This operation is
called "restore".

8

WAV format tracks

Export specified track files as WAV files to the AudioDepot folder
of the SD card. In addition, you can import specified track files
by storing WAV files from a computer to the AudioDepot folder
beforehand.

In other words, the data transfer between the computer and
track files is carried out through the AudioDepot folder.

8

Master file

A master file created on this unit can be transferred to a
computer as a stereo WAV file (from the "Song name" folder
inside the MUSIC folder).

Only export of the master file is possible.

Operating system requirements

You can connect this unit to computers with the following
operating systems.

8

Windows

Windows 8 (including 8.1)
Windows 7
Windows Vista
Windows XP

8

Mac OS X

OS X Yosemite (10.10)
OS X Mavericks (10.9)
OS X Mountain Lion (10.8)
OS X Lion (10.7)
Mac OS X Snow Leopard (10.6)

When this unit is connected to a computer, the computer recog­nizes it as a removable disk. There is no need for a special driver.

NOTE

Data transfer between this unit and a computer occurs at
USB 2.0 speed (maximum). Data can still be transferred if
the computer connection is USB 1.1, but it will be slower. In
addition, to assure USB 2.0 speed, use a cable that meets
USB 2.0 standards.

Connecting to a computer

When connected via USB, this unit's record, playback and other
recorder operations cannot be used.

To connect with a computer, connect the USB port on the rear
panel of the unit with a USB port on the computer using a
mini-B-type USB 2.0 cable.

It does not matter whether you turn the unit's power ON before
or after the USB connection is made.

When this unit is ON, enable the USB connection in the
item of the

The currently loaded song is saved before the USB connection
becomes effective. When connected, the following screen
appears on the display.

MENU

screen.

USB

After making a USB connection, you must turn the power on
and enable the USB connection in the
screen.

This unit appears as an external drive named DP-24SD on the
computer's display.

Clicking on the DP-24SD drive will display the MUSIC, UTILITY,
and AudioDepot folders.

USB

item of the

MENU

CAUTION

•

Be sure to use the included GPE248-120200-Z AC adapter to
supply power to this unit. Power cannot be supplied to this
unit via USB.

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•

Do not disconnect the AC adapter or otherwise cut the
power to the unit during data transfer. Doing so will cause
all the data to be lost. This lost data cannot be restored.

•

Do not change the folder names inside the DP-24SD.

NOTE

The UTILITY folder is used to, for example, update the system
software used by the unit. In addition, do not change the
names or delete individual files contained in the Song folder
inside the MUSIC folder. There is no problem if you delete a
Song folder as a whole.

Track import and export

You can import and export individual tracks between a
computer and this unit's by using the AudioDepot folder.

Files that can be imported/exported as tracks must be WAV files
(with the ".WAV" extension).

You can import both mono and stereo files, and export mono
files.

If you want to import an audio file of a different format into this
unit, you must convert it to a WAV file first.

Disconnecting

Follow the procedure below to disconnect the USB connection
correctly.

CAUTION

When transferring data, do not disconnect the unit or
remove the USB cable. Doing so could cause data on the
computer or this unit to be damaged.

NOTE

When disconnecting from a computer, the procedure on the
computer might be called "eject", "unmount'' or "remove".

8

Disconnecting from Windows computers

When using Windows 8 (including 8.1), Windows 7, Windows
Vista or Windows XP, follow the procedures below to disconnect.

A PC card icon and arrow appear in the taskbar (usually at the
bottom right of the screen).

1. Left click on this icon to open a pop-up bar. Click on this
pop-up bar to disconnect this unit from the computer.

2. After a message appears on the computer screen saying that
this unit can be disconnected, press the applicable function
key to disconnect this unit and the computer. After that, you
can unplug the USB cable.

The Home screen appears on the display.

Importing tracks

1. Connect the unit to a computer. (See “Connecting to a
computer” on page 67.)

2. Operate the computer to copy WAV files to the AudioDepot
folder of this unit.

NOTE

The files to be copied must have single-byte alphanumeric
character names.

If you try to copy a file named in Japanese characters, as the
file name does not appear on the display in step 6 below, it
cannot be imported.

3. Disconnect properly the unit from the computer, and then
unplug the USB cable. (See “Disconnecting” on page 68.)

4. Press the MENU button to open the

5. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b/g/t)
buttons to select (green highlight)
then press the F4 (t) button.

The WAV files that can be imported appear.

MENU

screen.

AUDIO DEPOT

, and

CAUTION

If a message appears on the computer screen saying that
this unit cannot be disconnected safely, do not disconnect
the USB cable.

Close all the computer programs and windows that are
accessing files on this unit, and then try the operation again.

8

Disconnecting from Mac computers

1. Drag the DP-24SD icon that represents this unit to the Trash,
or use Command + E to eject the DP-24SD.

TIP

Depending on the OS version or OS settings you might also
be able to eject the DP-24SD icon by clicking on an eject icon
next to it in the Finder window or by using a control key.

2. After the DP-24SD icon disappears from the display, press
the function key to disconnect this unit and the computer.
After that, you can unplug the USB cable.

The Home screen appears on the display.

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13 - Exchanging Data with a Computer

6. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b) buttons to
select the WAV file that you want to import, and then press
the F1 (

IMPORT

Empty tracks that can be imported appear.

) button.

NOTE

•

If you are trying to import a WAV file whose attribute does
not match the current song attribute, an error pop-up
message appears. For example, the current song attribute
is 44.1 kHz, but you are trying to import a 48 kHz WAV file.
When there is no file that can be imported,

FOUND

•

When the file name is short, spaces appear after the file
name, but those spaces are not included in the actual file
name.

7. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b) buttons to
select the track to be imported, and then press the F4 (t)
button.

A confirmation message appears.

appears.

FILE NOT

Exporting tracks

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

2. Use the JOG/DATA dial or the CURSOR (5/b/g/t)
buttons to select (green highlight)
then press the F4 (t) button.

3. Press the F2 (
The

contain stored audio.

NOTE

Song tracks that do not have audio recordings are not
displayed in the file list.

4. Use the JOG/DATA dial to select (blue highlight) the track
that you want to export, and then press the F2 (4) button.

A check mark 4 appears in the check box next to the
selected track.

MENU

EXPORT

screen.

AUDIO DEPOT

EXPORT

screen appears showing a list of tracks that

) button.

, and

NOTE

When the WAV file to be imported is stereo, you must select
a track pair.

8. Press the F2 (

Import starts.

YES

) button to execute the import.

NOTE

•

If there is no enough space or the file format is wrong, an
error message appears.

•

The beginning of the file is set at the start of the song
(

00:00:00:00

tracks, you can edit the track that has received the imported
file. (See “8 - Track Editing” on page 49.)

•

To import a stereo WAV file, an empty stereo track is
necessary.

9. Once the import is completed and a pop-up window is
displayed, the display returns to the
screen.

10. Press the HOME button to return to the Home screen.

). In the same way as other recording

Audio Depot

By checking multiple check boxes (4), you can export more
than one track at once.

NOTE

To remove the check mark 4 from a check box, press the F2
(4) button again while the track is selected (blue highlight).

5. When you finish putting checks (4) next to the tracks that

you want to export, press the F4 (t) button.
A confirmation message appears.

6. Press the F2 (
the AudioDepot folder.

YES

) button to export the selected track to

NOTE

When a track file with the same name already exists in the
AudioDepot folder, a number is added to the file name end,
so the track is not overwritten.

7. After the pop-up message appears, the display returns to
the

Audio Depot

8. Press the HOME button to return to the Home screen.

9. Connect the unit to a computer. (See “Connecting to a
computer” on page 67.)

screen.

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10. Operate the computer to copy track files from the
AudioDepot folder of the SD card to the computer.

11. After exporting track files to the computer, disconnect the
unit from the computer using the proper procedures, and
then unplug the USB cable. (See “Disconnecting” on page

68.)

Deleting files from the AudioDepot folder

1. When the file list is displayed, use the JOG/DATA dial or the
CURSOR (5/b) buttons to select the files that you want to

delete.

2. Press the F3 (
mation message to appear.

DELETE

) button, which will cause a confir-

3. Press the F2 (
When you want to delete multiple files, repeat the

procedure above.

YES

) button to execute the deletion.

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14 – Troubleshooting

When working with this unit, if something is not going the way you want, or if you experience any difficulties, etc., first refer to this
troubleshooting section. It contains the most common troubles, the probable causes, and the corrective measures. Also, see “15 –
Messages” on page 72 for the meaning of messages that may pop up on the display. Consult this table when a message appears when
an operation cannot be completed by the unit.

The SD card is not recognized.

• Confirm that the SD card is completely inserted.

Why can't I hear any sound when I play back?

• Are the track faders of the tracks set to a proper level?

• Is the STEREO fader set to a proper level?

• Have you connected the PHONES or MONITOR OUT jack to
your monitoring system properly?
Is your monitoring system set up correctly?

• Is the MONITOR LEVEL knob set to a proper level?
(PHONES jack only)

The sound I am trying to record sounds distorted.

• Aren't the INPUT A to H TRIM knobs on the top panel of
the unit set too high?
Isn't the input source too loud?

• Isn't the monitoring system distorted because the monitor
level is too high?

Why can't I record?

• You must have at least one track in recording standby (REC
indicator flashing) before you start recording by pressing
the RECORD (0).

• Are input sources assigned to tracks? (See “Assigning inputs”
on page 35.)

Noise occurs if I connect a passive guitar or bass
directly.

• Connecting another device to the unit's stereo output
(STEREO OUT) jacks might reduce the noise.

• This might be caused by interference noise from another
device. If there is a power amplifier or other device that uses
a large transformer, a fluorescent light or something similar
nearby, you might be able to reduce the noise by changing
the distance and orientation of this unit in relation to such
equipment.

The unit turns off.

• This product is compliant with the European ErP standby
power regulations. In order to comply with these
regulations, the automatic power saving function is set to
30 minutes when the unit is shipped from the factory. So, by
default, the unit will turn off automatically after 30 minutes
elapse without any operation. Change the automatic
power saving function setting if you want to disable it. (See
“Setting automatic power saving” on page 63.)

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15 – Messages

General messages

The following list shows the messages that may pop up during the use of the unit.
These messages alert you to conditions that may arise while you are using the unit. Consult the table below if you see something you do

not understand or if you want to know how to solve a problem.

Message Description and remedy

Can not Import

Cannot Clear
Current

Card Error

Card Full

Empty Export Track

Export File Too
Big

File Not Found

Format Error
Format CARD

I/O Too Short

Import Failed
Export Failed

Import File Too
Large

In Bounce Mode

In Master Mode

In Punch Mode

In Repeat Mode

Invalid Card

Invalid Card
Change Card

Mark Full

Master File Not
Found

Master Track Too
Large

MBR Error Init
CARD

No Card

This pop-up appears when the Sample Rate or Sample Bit of the selected file in the AUDIO DEPOT­IMPORT menu differs from the current song.

The current track cannot be deleted.
A virtual track assigned to a physical track cannot be deleted.

The card could not be handled properly. Replace the card.

The card has no remaining capacity. Erase unnecessary files or move them to your computer to make
open space.

You tried to export a track that does not contain any recording data.
This pop-up appears if you try to export a song track that does not contain any recording. (See “Exporting
tracks” on page 69.)
Export a song track that has been recorded.

The track to be exported exceeds the SD card available capacity.
You have tried to export a track to the AudioDepot folder, but the size is too large for the remaining space
on the SD card.
Delete unnecessary songs or files from the AudioDepot folder to create more space on the SD card, then
try to export the track again.

File to be imported could not be found.
You tried to import a WAV file from the AudioDepot folder, but there is no WAV files in it. (See “Importing
tracks” on page 68.)
Connect the unit to a computer and transfer the files that you want to import from the computer to the
AudioDepot folder of the unit.

The formatting of the card is abnormal or corrupted. This message also appears if you formatted the card
for FAT format using a computer connected via USB and if an unformatted card is inserted in the unit.
Always use the DP-24SD to format cards to be used with it. Replace the card or format the card using the

FORMAT

menu.

Execution of FAT formatting erases all data currently on the card.
Interval between IN and OUT points is too short.

You tried to enter repeat mode, but the time between the IN and OUT points is too short.

Import or export failed.

Size of file to be imported is too big.
You tried to import a WAV file from the AudioDepot folder that is too large for the remaining space on the
SD card. Free up some space in the AudioDepot folder by deleting unnecessary songs, and try again.

Bounce

You tried to perform an action that cannot be done while in

Mastering

You tried to perform an action that cannot be done while in

Auto Punch

You tried to perform an action that cannot be done while in

mode is active.

mode is active.

mode is active.

Bounce

Mastering

Auto Punch

mode.

mode.

mode.

Repeat Playback mode is active.
You tried to perform an action that cannot be done while in Repeat Playback mode.

The format of the inserted SD card cannot be used in this unit.
Insert another SD card after turning off the unit, or format the card using

FORMAT

on the

MENU

screen.

Something might be wrong with the card. Replace the card.

It is not possible to register more location marks.
You tried to store more than 99 location marks in a song. (See “Location marks” on page 44.)
Delete some location marks and try again.

Master file could not be found.
This message appears if you try to enter

Mastering

mode, but you have not made any mixdown

recording yet. First perform a mixdown recording.
The master file is too large.

You tried to create a master file that is larger than the remaining available space on the SD card.
Format the SD card (see “Quick formatting an SD card” on page 65 and “Full formatting an SD card” on
page 66), or connect the unit to a computer and delete unnecessary files to create available space in
the card.

The formatting of the card is abnormal or corrupted. Replace the card or format the card using the

FORMAT

menu.

Execution of formatting erases all data currently on the card.

No SD card is in the unit. Load a recordable SD card.

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No Armed Track

No Undo History

Not Stopped

OUT point must be
set after the IN
point.

Protected Card

Recorded Track Not
Found

Revert to discard
changes.

Same Track

Song Protected

Stereo Track Full

Track Full

Trk Edit Fail

Trk Too Short

Turn off the
Guitar Effect or
use two or less
Dynamic Effects.

Virutal Track has
different Track

Type

Work Memory Full

15 – Messages

There is no track in recording standby.
You tried to enter auto punch mode or press the RECORD button when no tracks were in record standby.
(See “Automatic punching in and out” on page 46.)
Put a track into record standby before pressing the RECORD button or entering the auto punch mode.

There is no undo history.
There are no actions to be undone. (See “Undoing an operation” on page 40.)

The recorder is not stopped.
When the recorder is not stopped, this message appears when you press a button that works only when
the recorder is stopped, such as the UNDO/REDO button, etc.

You cannot set the OUT point before the IN point. Set the OUT point after the IN point.

The inserted SD card is write-protected.
To record or edit, turn off the unit and unprotect the SD card.

During execution of the export menu, the current song has no tracks recorded in it.
No tracks are recorded in the current song, or virtual tracks are not assigned to physical tracks.
Select a recorded song, assign the track you want to export to a physical track, and then export it. (See
“Virtual tracks” on page 48.)

Editing and changes made from when loaded will be cleared, and reset to the same status as when
loaded. Proceed only when you are sure you wish to clear these changes.

The same track has been specified.
This message appears in the clone track setting, when the same track is specified.

The song is protected.
The song is protected and you are trying to change it (record, edit, etc.). (See “Protecting songs” on page

33.)
Unprotect the song.

The stereo track is already recorded.
This message appears if you try to import a stereo file when a stereo track is already recorded in the song.

The track is already recorded.
This message appears if you try to import a file when all tracks already have recordings. (See “Importing
tracks” on page 68.)

Track edit failed.
Save the song and turn the unit off and then on, and perform track edit again.

The track is too short.
You are trying to start a record in mixdown mode, but the time between the IN and OUT points is too
short. The IN and OUT points must be at least 4 seconds apart. (See “Setting IN/OUT points” on page

45.)

While using a guitar effect, the use of dynamic effects is limited to only 1–2 channels. To use dynamic
effects on 3 or more channels, turn the guitar effect OFF.

Since a virtual track has been recorded, the track type cannot be changed. If you want to change it, clear
the recorded virtual track.

The work memory is full.
Even if the SD card has enough remaining space, this error may occur when you perform many editing
operations. You may be able to continue the work if execute the
menu to increase the available space in the work memory. (See “Undoing an operation” on page 40.)

DELETE UNUSED

item of the

SONG

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15 – Messages

Audio Rst Fail

Device Error

File Error

Not Continued

Remote Cmd

Remote Rx

Sys Rom Err

System Err 50

System Error 1

System Error 2

System Error 3

System Error 4

System Error 5

System Error 6

System Error 7

System Error 8

System Error 9

Writing Failed

If any of these errors occur, turn the unit power off and restart it.
If these error messages continue to appear, please contact a TEAC Service Center.

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16 – Specifications

Ratings

Recording media

SD card (512 MB to 2 GB)

SDHC card (4 GB to 32 GB)

File system

SD card (512 MB to 2 GB) : FAT16

SDHC card (4 GB to 32 GB) : FAT32

Input/output ratings

Analog audio input/output ratings

INPUT A to H jack

• XLR type (Balanced)

Connector: XLR-3-31 (1 : GND, 2 : HOT, 3 : COLD)

Input impedance: 2.4 kΩ

Rated input level: –14 dBu

Maximum input level: +2 dBu

• Standard jack type (Balanced)

Connector: 6.3 mm (1/4") TRS standard jack

Input impedance:

Above 22 kΩ

1 MΩ (INPUT H only, when LINE-GUITAR switch is set to
GUITAR)

Rated input level: +4 dBu

Maximum input level: +20 dBu

STEREO OUT jack

Connector: RCA pin jack

Rated output level: –10 dBV

Maximum output level: +6 dBV

Output impedance: 200 Ω

EFFECT SENDS jack

Connector: 6.3 mm (1/4") TS standard jack

Rated output level: –10 dBV

Maximum output level: +6 dBV

Output impedance: 200 Ω

MONITOR OUT jack

Connector: 6.3 mm (1/4") TRS standard jack

Rated output level: –2 dBu

Maximum output level: +14 dBu

Output impedance: 200 Ω

PHONES jack

Connector: 6.3 mm stereo jack

Maximum output level: 70 mW+70 mW or more

(THD+N 0.1% or less, 32 Ω load)

Control input/output ratings

USB port

Connector: USB 4-pin mini-B type

Format: Mass Storage Class USB 2.0 HIGH SPEED

REMOTE jack

Connector: 2.5 mm TRS jack

Audio performance

Frequency response

INPUT (MIC/LINE) q STEREO OUT/EFFECT SENDS/MONITOR
OUT: 20 Hz to 20 kHz, +1 dB/–1 dB

Distortion

INPUT (MIC/LINE) q STEREO OUT/EFFECT SENDS/MONITOR
OUT: 0.01% or less

S/N ratio

INPUT (MIC/LINE) q STEREO OUT/EFFECT SENDS/MONITOR
OUT: 90 dB or more

Operating requirements

See the TEAC Global Site (http://teac-global.com/) for updated
information about OS compatibility.

Windows

Pentium 300 MHz or faster

128 MB or more memory

USB port (USB 2.0 recommended)

Mac

Power PC, iMac, G3, G4 266 MHz or faster

64 MB or more memory

USB port (USB 2.0 recommended)

Recommended USB host controller

Intel chipset

Supported OS

Windows:

Windows 8 (including 8.1)
Windows 7
Windows Vista
Windows XP

Macintosh:

OS X Yosemite (10.10)
OS X Mavericks (10.9)
OS X Mountain Lion (10.8)
OS X Lion (10.7)

Mac OS X Snow Leopard (10.6)

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16 – Specifications

General

Power supply

AC adapter (GPE248-120200-Z)

Power consumption

12 W (Phantom power ON)

Dimensions

Dimensional drawings

514 x 100.4 x 336.9 mm (Width x Height x Depth, excluding
projections)

Weight

6.2 kg/13.67 lb

Operating temperature range

5 to 35ºC/41 to 95ºF

336.9mm

514mm

* Illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual product.
* In order to improve the product, specifications and appearance could be changed without prior notice.

100.4mm

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Block diagram

16 – Specifications

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16 – Specifications

Level diagram

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WARRANTY

< In the United States >

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state. This warranty is only valid
within the country the unit was originally purchased.

WHAT IS AND IS NOT COVERED

Except as specied below, this warranty covers all defects in materials
and workmanship in this product. The following are not covered by the
warranty:

1. Damage to or deterioration of the external cabinet.

2. Damages resulting from accident, misuse, abuse or neglect.

3. Damage resulting from failure to perform basic daily
maintenance and/or calibration or otherwise resulting from
failure to follow instructions contained in your owner’s
manual.

4. Damage occurring during shipment of the product. (Claims
must be presented to the carrier)

5. Damage resulting from repair or attempted repair by
anyone other than TEAC or an authorized TASCAM service
station.

6. Damage resulting from causes other than product defects,
including lack of technical skill, competence, or experience
of the user.

7. Damage to any unit which has been altered or on which the
serial number has been defaced, modied or is missing.

WHO MAY ENFORCE THE WARRANTY

This warranty may be enforced only by the original purchaser.

LENGTH OF WARRANTY

All parts except heads and disk drives are warranted for one (1) year
from the date of original purchase. Heads and disk drives are warranted
to ninety (90) days from date of original purchase. Labor is warranted for
ninety (90) days from date of original purchase.

WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR

We will pay all labor and material expenses for items covered by the
warranty. Payment of shipping charges is discussed in the next section
of this warranty.

HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE

Your unit must be serviced by an authorized TASCAM service station in
the United States. (This warranty is not enforceable outside the U.S.) If
you are unable to locate an authorized TASCAM service station in your
area, please contact us. We either will refer you to an authorized service
station or instruct you to return the unit to the factory. Whenever
warranty service is required, you must present a copy of the original
dated sales receipt from an Authorized TASCAM Dealer.
You must pay any shipping charges if it is necessary to ship the product to
service. However, if the necessary repairs are covered by the warranty, we will
pay return surface shipping charges to any destination within the United States.

LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES

Any implied warranties, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY
AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, are limited in duration to the
length of this warranty.

EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES

TEAC’s liability for any defective product is limited to repair or
replacement of the product, at TEAC’s option. TEAC shall not be liable for:

1.

Damages based upon inconvenience, loss of use of the product,
loss of time interrupted operation or commercial loss; or

2. Any other damages, whether incidental, consequential or
otherwise.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts
and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.

To locate an Authorized Service Center in Your Area

CALL 1-800-447-8322

< Europe >

This product is subject to the legal warranty regulations of the country
of purchase. In case of a defect or a problem, please contact the dealer
where you bought the product.

Ce produit est sujet aux réglementations concernant la garantie
légale dans le pays d’achat. En cas de défaut ou de problème, veuillez
contacter le revendeur chez qui vous avez acheté le produit.

Dieses Gerät unterliegt den gesetzlichen
Gewährleistungsbestimmungen des Landes, in dem es erworben
wurde. Bitte wenden Sie sich im Gewährleistungsfall an den Händler,
bei dem sie das Gerät erworben haben.

Questo apparecchio è conforme alle norme sulla garanzia vigenti nel
rispettivo Paese in cui esso è stato acquistato. Si prega di rivolgersi al
proprio commerciante, presso il quale è stato acquistato l’apparecchio,
nel caso in cui si voglia richiedere una prestazione in garanzia.

Las condiciones de garantía de este aparato están sujetas a las disposiciones
legales sobre garantía del país en el que ha sido adquirido. En caso de
garantía, debe dirigirse al establecimiento donde adquirió el aparato.

< In other countries/areas >

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights that vary by country, state or province.
If you have a warranty claim or request, please contact the dealer where
you bought the product.

该保证书赋予了顾客特定的合法权利，并且因国家，
州或省等地域的不同，顾客可能拥有其他权利。如需
申请或要求保修，请与购买本产品的销售店进行联系。

If you require repair services for your
contact the dealer where the product was purchased from or the

TASCAM

Distributor in your country. A list of

can be found on our website at:

TASCAM

equipment, please

http://teac-global.com/

TASCAM

Distributors

✂

TEAC CORPORATION

Phone: [phone]
1-47 Ochiai, Tama-shi, Tokyo 206-8530 Japan

http://tascam.jp/

TEAC AMERICA, INC. http://tascam.com/

Phone: [phone]
1834 Gage Road, Montebello, California 90640 USA

TEAC MEXICO, S.A. de C.V. http://teacmexico.net/

Phone: [phone]
Río Churubusco 364, Colonia Del Carmen, Delegación Coyoacán, CP 04100, México DF, México

TEAC UK LIMITED http://tascam.eu/

Phone: [phone]
Meridien House, Ground Floor,69 - 71, Clarendon Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1DS, UK

TEAC EUROPE GmbH http://tascam.eu/

Phone: [phone]
Bahnstrasse 12, 65205 Wiesbaden-Erbenheim, Germany

TEAC SALES & TRADING(SHENZHEN) CO., LTD http://tascam.cn/

Phone: [phone]~2
Room 817, Block A, Hailrun Complex, 6021 Shennan Blvd., Futian District, Shenzhen 518040, China

Printed in China

✂

WARRANTY

Model/Modèle/Modell
Modello/Modelo/型号

DP-24SD

Serial No./No de Série/Seriennummer
Numero di serie/Número de serie/序列号

Date of purchase/Date de l’achat/Datum des Kaufs
Data dell’acquisto/Fecha de compra/购买日期

http://teac-global.com/

Owner’s name/Nom du possesseur/Name des Eigentümers
Nome del proprietario/Nombre del propietario/顾客姓名

Address/Adresse/Adresse
Indirizzo/Dirección/顾客地址

Dealer’s name/Nom du détaillant/Name des Händlers
Nome del commerciante/Nombre del establecimiento/销售店名

Dealer’s address/Adresse du détaillant/Adresse des Händlers
Indirizzo del commerciante/Dirección del establecimiento/销售店地

址