Tascam DR-100-Mk2 Owners Manual
DR-100)"
Linear PCM Recorder
OWNER'S MANUAL
D01160520A
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TASCAM DR-100MKII
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Pb, Hg, Cd
For U.S.A
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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 o 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 dierent from that to which the receiver is
connected.
d) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
CAUTION
Changes or modications to this equipment not
expressly approved by TEAC CORPORATION for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate
this equipment.
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number : DR-100MKII
Trade Name : TASCAM
Responsible party : TEAC AMERICA, INC.
Address : 7733 Telegraph Road, Montebello,
California, U.S. A.
Telephone number : 1-323-726-0303
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference recieved,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
This appliance has a serial number located on the rear
panel. Please record the model number and serial
number and retain them for your records.
Model number
Serial number
For European Customers
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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 eects on human health
and the environment.
(c) Improper disposal of waste equipment can have serious
eects 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 oce, waste disposal service or
the shop where you purchased the equipment.
Disposal of batteries and/or accumulators
(a) Waste batteries and/or accumulators should be
disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream
via designated collection facilities appointed by the
government or the local authorities.
(b) By disposing of waste batteries and/or accumulators
correctly, you will help save valuable resources and
prevent any potential negative eects on human health
and the environment.
(c) Improper disposal of waste batteries and/or
accumulators can have serious eects on the
environment and human health as a result of the
presence of hazardous substances in batteries and/or
accumulators.
(d) The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol
indicates that batteries and/or accumulators
must be collected and disposed of separately
from household waste.
If the battery or accumulator contains more
than the specied values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg),
and/or cadmium (Cd) dened in the Battery Directive
(2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for lead (Pb),
mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) will be indicated
beneath the crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol.
(e) The return and collection systems are available to the
end users. For more detailed information about disposal
of waste batteries and/or accumulators, please contact
your city oce, waste disposal service or the shop
where you purchased them.
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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
ampliers) 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 t 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 specied by the
manufacturer.
12 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specied 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.
Do not expose this apparatus to drips or splashes.
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Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such as
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vases, on the apparatus.
Do not install this apparatus in a confined space such as
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a book case or similar unit.
The apparatus draws nominal non-operating power
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from the AC outlet with its POWER or STANDBY/ON
switch not in the ON position.
The apparatus should be located close enough to the
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AC outlet so that you can easily grasp the power cord
plug at any time.
The mains plug is used as the disconnect device, the
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disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
If the product uses batteries (including a battery pack
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or installed batteries), they should not be exposed to
sunshine, fire or excessive heat.
CAUTION for products that use replaceable lithium
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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.
Caution should be taken when using earphones or
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headphones with the product because excessive sound
pressure (volume) from earphones or headphones can
cause hearing loss.
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
Cautions about rechargeable batteries
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This product uses rechargeable batteries. Misuse of
batteries could cause a leak, rupture or other trouble.
Always abide by the following precautions when using
batteries.
If a rechargeable battery leaks, do not touch the
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leaking fluid with a bare hand. Please consult with TEAC
Corporation if a battery fluid leak occurs.
Battery fluid in an eye could result in loss of vision. If
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fluid enters an eye, wash the eye immediately with clean
water. Do not rub the eye when washing. Consult a
physician soon after washing. Battery fluid on the body
or clothing could cause injuries or burns on the skin.
Wash with clean water immediately and then consult a
physician.
Do not use any AC adaptor other than the model
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designated for use with this unit. Always use the
designated AC adaptor when operating the unit or
recharging the battery with a household AC power
source. Use of an AC adaptor other than the designated
one could lead to overheating and cause injury, burns,
fires or stains, as well as battery ruptures and battery
fluid leaks.
Do not put a battery into a fire or leave it or recharge it
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near a fire, under the sun or in other hot conditions.
Do not disassemble a battery. Doing so could cause
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electric shock. Please contact the shop where you
bought the product or TEAC Corporation if you want to
have a battery inspected or repaired. When you want to
dispose of the product, please follow the instruction in
the Owner's Manual to remove the batteries and recycle
the equipment properly.
Cautions about batteries
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Never recharge non-rechargeable batteries. The
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batteries could rupture or leak, causing fire or injury.
When installing batteries, pay attention to the polarity
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indications (plus/minus (+/–) orientation), and install
them correctly in the battery compartment as indicated.
Putting them in backward could make the batteries
rupture or leak, causing fire, injury or stains around
them.
When you store or dispose batteries, isolate their terminals
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with insulation tape or something like that to prevent them
from contacting other batteries or metallic objects.
When throwing used batteries away, follow the disposal
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instructions indicated on the batteries and the local
disposal laws.
Small children may mistakenly swallow a lithium coin
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battery and it is very dangerous. Keep the battery and
the remote control out of the reach of small children. In
the event a battery is swallowed, immediately consult a
physician.
Do not use batteries other than those specified. Do not
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mix and use new and old batteries or different types of
batteries together. The batteries could rupture or leak,
causing fire, injury or stains around them.
Do not carry or store batteries together with small metal
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objects. The batteries could short, causing leak, rupture
or other trouble.
Do not heat or disassemble batteries. Do not put them
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in fire or water. Batteries could rupture or leak, causing
fire, injury or stains around them.
If the battery fluid leaks, wipe away any fluid on the
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battery case before inserting new batteries. If the battery
fluid gets in an eye, it could cause loss of eyesight. If
fluid does enter an eye, wash it out thoroughly with
clean water without rubbing the eye and then consult a
doctor immediately. If the fluid gets on a person’s body
or clothing, it could cause skin injuries or burns. If this
should happen, wash it off with clean water and then
consult a doctor immediately.
Remove the batteries if you do not plan to use the unit
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for a long time. Batteries could rupture or leak, causing
fire, injury or stains around them. If the battery fluid
leaks, wipe away any fluid on the battery compartment
before inserting new batteries.
Do not disassemble a battery. The acid inside the battery
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could harm skin or clothing.
This Product contains a CR Coin Lithium Battery which
contains Perchlorate material - special handling may
apply.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
For China
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Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..................... 2
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Safety Information
Quick Start Guide
1 – Introduction
Main features .................................................................................9
Included items
Conventions used in this manual
Recycling the lithium ion battery
Intellectual property rights
SD cards
Precautions for placement and use
Beware of condensation
Cleaning the unit
User registration
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Precautions for use
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2 – Names and Functions of Parts ....................... 12
Top pane ...................................................................................... 12
Front panel
Rear panel
Left side panel
Right side panel
Bottom panel
Remote control (TASCAM RC-10)
Home screen............................................................................... 16
Recording screen
Menu item list
Using menus
Basic operation
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3 – Preparation for Use ......................................... 20
Preparing the power ................................................................20
Power source options
Using the lithium ion battery
Using AA batteries
Using both types of batteries together
Using an AC adaptor (sold separately)
Using an external battery pack (sold separately)
Preparing the remote control...............................................21
Installing the battery
When to change the battery
Cautions about the use of the battery
Using the remote control (TASCAM RC-10)
Wireless use
Wired use ................................................................................22
Enable wired remote control use
Precautions for use of the remote control
Turning the power on and off
Starting up the unit
Shutting down
Battery settings
Setting the date and time
Inserting and removing SD cards
Inserting the card
Removing the card
SD card write protection
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Preparing an SD card for use
Using the built-in speaker
Connecting monitors and headphones
Mode selection
Setting the mode
Confirming the mode
Restrictions when using HS mode
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4 – Recording ........................................................ 27
Setting the mode ..................................................................... 27
Selecting file format, sampling frequency, and
maximum file size
Available recording time display
Setting where files are saved
Setting the analog input
Recording with the built-in mics (UNI/OMNI)
Recording with external mics (XLR)
Using phantom power
Recording from external equipment (LINE 1)
Recording from external equipment (LINE 2)
Setting the digital input
Making analog input settings
Adjusting the analog input level
Manually adjusting the analog input level
Using the level control function
Recording
Dividing files and creating new files while recording
Creating new files manually while recording (track
incrementing)
Creating new files automatically while recording
(automatic track incrementing)
Automatically cutting silences during recording
Dividing a file manually (DIVIDE)
Recording playback and input sounds together
(overdubbing)
Select the file you want to overdub
Monitoring input signals
Adjusting the input and playback sound levels
Recording an overdub
Automatic recording (AUTO REC)
Enabling automatic recording
Automatically adding marks when recording
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Automatically pausing recording (PAUSE)
Start new files automatically during recording (TRK
INC)
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Mark function
Adding marks manually during recording and
playback
Moving to a mark position
Clearing Marks ...................................................................... 37
Recording the moment before pushing RECORD (PRE
REC)
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Delaying the start of recording (REC DELAY)
Recording duration
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5 – Working with Files and Folders (BROWSE
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Screen navigation ..................................................................... 39
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Contents
Icons on the BROWSE screen ................................................ 39
File operations
Folder operations......................................................................40
Add identification tags to files (QUICK TAG)
Delete the selected file (QUICK DEL)
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6 – Playback .......................................................... 42
Selecting files for playback (skip) ........................................ 42
Setting the mode
Adjusting playback volume
Setting the playback area (AREA)
Selecting a folder for the playback area (1)
Selecting a folder for the playback area (2)
Playlist
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Adding files to the playlist
Editing the playlist
Selecting files for playback (skip)
Playback
Stopping
Pausing (PAUSE)
Rewinding and fast-forwarding (search)
Repeat playback (REPEAT)
Loop playback
Special playback control functions
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Using the wheel to change the playback position
Setting the playback control functions
Changing speed without changing pitch (VSA
function)
Changing playback speed
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7 – Connecting with a Computer ......................... 47
Connecting a computer ......................................................... 47
Transferring files to a computer
Transferring files from a computer
Disconnecting from a computer
Using the INFORMATION screens........................................48
File information page (FILE)
Card information page (CARD)
System information page (SYSTEM)
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8 – Settings and Information ............................... 48
Battery information page (BATTERY) ............................ 49
Operation settings (SETUP)
Search speed setting
Automatic power OFF setting
Automatic backlight OFF setting
Display contrast setting
Backlight brightness setting
Restoring default settings
Using QUICK FORMAT
Using FULL FORMAT
Setting the main battery source (MAIN)
Changing batteries when the power is on
Setting the type of AA batteries (AA BATTERY)
Setting the file name format................................................. 51
File name format
Setting the file name (WORD)
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9 – Using the REMOTE/DIGITAL IN jack ............... 52
Footswitch (TASCAM RC-3F, sold separately) .................52
Setting footswitch operation
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Using the footswitch
Using digital input
Setting the digital input
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10 – Messages ....................................................... 54
11 – Troubleshooting
12 – Specifications
Ratings .......................................................................................... 57
Input/output ratings
Analog audio input/output ratings
Digital audio input ratings
Control input/output ratings
Audio performance
Requirements for connected computers
General
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Dimensional drawing
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In this section, we explain how to use this unit to record
RECORD button/
indicator
with the built-in mics (UNI MIC) and how to play back a
recording.
The unit contains a factory-installed SD card, and will by
default produce 44.1 kHz, 16-bit WAV les.
Higher-quality or longer les can be produced using other
recording settings. See “Selecting file format, sampling
frequency, and maximum file size” for details on page 27.
1 Insert the included TASCAM BP-L2 lithium ion
battery into the battery compartment on the side of
the recorder. Orient the battery so that it fits in the
battery compartment.
NOTE
When the product is purchased new, the included TASCAM
BP-L2 lithium ion battery has not been charged suciently
for the operation of the recorder. Charge the battery before
using the unit by connecting it with a computer by USB.
(See “Using the lithium ion battery” on page 20.)
2 Turn on, and various setting information will be
displayed.
Press the button on the left side panel until the
unit is turned on, and then release it.
Quick Start Guide
4 Press the RECORD [0] button to switch to recording
standby. The indicator will flash.
5 Use the INPUT knob on the right side panel to adjust
the analog input level. See “Adjusting the analog
input level” on page 31 for details.
6 Press the RECORD [0] button to start recording. The
indicator will light during recording.
7 Press the STOP [8] button to finish recording.
NOTE
After purchasing the recorder, the rst time you turn the
power ON, the
enable it to accurately add date and time information to
recorded les.
Press the . or / button to move the cursor
(highlighted portion), and adjust the date and time using
the wheel. Then press the ENTER/MARK button to set. (See
“Setting the date and time” on page 23.)
3 Set the INPUT switch to UNI.
DA TE/TIME
screen will open in order to
NOTE
To pause recording, press the RECORD [0] or PLAY/
PAUS E [7/9] button. Press the RECORD
PAUS E [7/9] button again to restart recording in the
same le.
[0] or PL AY/
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Powered monitor speakers
or amplier and speakers
Headphones
Quick Start Guide
8 Press the PLAY/PAUSE [7/9] button for playback.
If you use a headphone or external monitor system
(powered monitor speakers or amplifier and
speakers), connect it to the
left side panel.
For playback over the built-in speaker, turn the
SPEAKER switch to ON (See “Using the built-in
speaker” on page 25.)
NOTE
When headphones are connected, sound will not be
output from the speaker even if the SPEAKER switch is ON.
9 Use the /SP OUTPUT volume control to adjust the
playback volume.
10 Press the STOP [8] button to stop playback.
or LINE OUT jack on the
NOTE
If you have made several recordings, use the . or /
button to select the le to play when playing back or
stopped and the Home Screen is displayed.
11 To turn the power OFF, press and hold the
button on the left side panel until
RECORDER
appears on the screen. When the recorder
LINEAR P CM
is finished shutting down, the power will turn off.
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1 – Introduction
Thank you very much for purchasing a TASCAM DR-100MKII
Linear PCM Recorder.
Before using your unit, please read this manual carefully so
that you will understand the correct operating procedures
and be able to use all the functions fully. We hope that you
will enjoy using this product for many years to come.
Please keep this manual for future reference. You can also
download a digital copy from our website (http://tascam.
com/).
Main features
Uses SD/SDHC cards as storage media for high quality
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audio recording
Includes HS mode that supports 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz and
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96 kHz sampling frequencies and allows recording and
playback at 96 kHz
Linear PCM (WAV format) recording possible at 44.1 kHz,
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48 kHz or 96 kHz and 16-bit or 24-bit (96 kHz supported
only in HS mode)
MP3 format recording possible at 32–320 kbps (STD
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mode, ID3 tag v2.4 supported)
4 total built-in mics include 2 directional mics suitable
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for high-quality stereo recording and 2 omnidirectional
mics optimal for recording meetings and similar events
2 lockable XLR mic connectors that can provide +48V
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phantom power
Built-in 0.4-W mono speaker
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2 different types of batteries used together allow for
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many hours of operation as well as the ability to change
batteries while recording
AUTO REC function allows the unit to start and stop
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recording automatically by sensing changes in the
analog input level
MARK function allows you to move to specific locations
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in a recording
DIVIDE function allows you to split a file at the position
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you select (WAV files only)
PRE REC function allows the unit to record the two
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seconds of sound before recording is activated (prerecording)
User words and dates can be set for file names
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Quick Tag function allows you to quickly identify files
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REC DELAY allows you to avoid recording the sound of
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pushing the RECORD [0] button
Automatic track incrementing creates a new file and
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continues recording when a file size or input level set in
advance is exceeded
Track incrementing allows the creation of new files at
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any time during recording without pausing
Tripod mounting hole built-in
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Wireless remote control (TASCAM RC-10) included with
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wired remote control adapter and cable
USB cable, soft case and windscreen included
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3.5 mm (1/8”) line/headphones output jack
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128 x 64 pixel LCD with backlight
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Mini-B type USB 2.0 port
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Power can be supplied using a TASCAM BP-6AA external
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battery pack, which meets the specifications of this unit
(sold separately)
Included items
This product includes 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 retailer where you purchased this unit
if any of these items are missing or have been damaged
during transportation.
Main unit
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SD memory card (installed in the main unit)
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TASCAM BP-L2 custom lithium ion battery (including
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warranty and manual) ................................................................ 1
USB cable (80 cm)
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Soft case
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Windscreen
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TASCAM RC-10 Wireless remote control
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Coin battery for remote control (installed in remote
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control) .............................................................................................1
Wired remote control adapter
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Wired remote control cable
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Digital conversion cable
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Warranty
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Owner’s manual (this document)
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Conventions used in this manual
The following conventions are used in this manual.
Buttons and connectors on this device are indicated like
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this: MENU
Messages on the unit’s screen are shown like this:
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Messages that appear on the computer’s screen are
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shown like this: DR-100MKII
“SD memory card” is sometimes abbreviated as “SD
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card.”
Additional information is provided as necessary as “tips,”
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“notes” and “cautions.”
TIP
These are tips about how to use the unit.
NOTE
These provide additional explanations and describe special
cases.
CAUTION
Failure to follow these instructions could result in injury,
damage to equipment or lost recording data, for example.
MENU
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1 – Introduction
Li-ion00
Recycling the lithium ion battery
This unit uses a lithium ion battery. When you no longer
need the battery please help preserve the valuable
resources it contains by returning it to a business that
recycles rechargeable batteries.
Please contact a TASCAM sales representative if you have
any questions.
Intellectual property rights
TASCAM is a registered trademark of TEAC Corporation.
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SDHC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
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Supply of this product does not convey a license nor
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imply any right to distribute MPEG Layer-3 compliant
content created with this product in revenue-generating
broadcast systems (terrestrial, satellite, cable and/or
other distribution channels), streaming applications (via
Internet, intranets and/or other networks), other content
distribution systems (pay-audio or audio-on-demand
applications and the like) or on physical media (compact
discs, digital versatile discs, semiconductor chips, hard
drives, memory cards and the like). An independent
license for such use is required. For details, please visit
http://mp3licensing.com.
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from
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Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
Microsoft, Windows, Windows XP, Windows Vista,
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and Windows 7 are either registered trademarks or
trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries.
Apple, Macintosh, iMac, Mac OS and Mac OS X are
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trademarks of Apple Inc.
Other company names, product names and logos in this
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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
specications for such data and/or information. TEAC
Corporation disclaims any warranty that any use
of such data and/or information shall be free from
infringement of any third party’s intellectual property
rights or other proprietary rights, and further, assumes
no liability of whatsoever nature in the event of any
such infringement, or arising from or connected with or
related to the use of such data and/or information.
This product is designed to help you record and
reproduce sound works to which you own the
copyright, or where you have obtained permission
from the copyright holder or the rightful licensor.
Unless you own the copyright, or have obtained the
appropriate permission from the copyright holder
or the rightful licensor, your unauthorized recording,
reproduction or distribution thereof may result in
severe criminal penalties under copyright laws and
international copyright treaties. If you are uncertain
about your rights, contact your legal advisor. Under no
circumstances will TEAC Corporation be responsible
for the consequences of any illegal copying performed
using the recorder.
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SD cards
This unit uses SD cards for recording and playback.
You can use 64 MB–2 GB SD cards and 4 GB–32 GB SDHC
cards with this unit.
A list of SD cards that have been tested with this unit can
be found on the TASCAM web site (http://tascam.com/).
Use of cards that have not been veried 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 in extremely hot or cold places.
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Do not leave them in extremely humid places.
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Do not let them get wet.
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Do not put things on top of them or twist them.
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Do not hit them.
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Do not remove or insert an SD card during recording,
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playback, data transfer or other operation that accesses
the card.
1 – Introduction
In order to promote the emission of heat, do not place
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anything on top of this product.
Avoid installing this unit on top of any heat-generating
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electrical device such as a power amplifier.
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 gently with a soft dry cloth. Do
not use any benzene, paint thinner, ethyl alcohol or other
chemical agents to clean the unit as they could damage
the surface or cause fading.
User registration
Precautions for placement and use
The operating temperature should be between 0°C and
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40°C (32°F and 104°F).
Do not install in the following types of places. Doing
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so could degrade the sound quality and/or cause
malfunctions.
Places with significant vibrations or that are
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otherwise unstable
Near windows or other places exposed to direct
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sunlight
Near heaters or other extremely hot places
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Extremely cold places
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Places with bad ventilation or high humidity
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Very dusty locations
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Places that could be directly exposed to rain or other
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water
Hum might occur if a powered amplifier or other device
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with a large transformer is used near this unit. If this
should happen, try increasing the distance between this
unit and that device and changing their orientations.
Uneven colors might appear on televisions and noise
•
might be heard from radios that are used near this unit.
If this should happen, use the unit further from the
affected device.
Noise might be heard from this unit if a mobile
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telephone or other wireless device is used nearby
during calls and when data is transmitted and received.
If this should happen, use that device farther from the
unit or turn its power off.
See the end of this manual for details about user
registration.
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2 – Names and Functions of Parts
8
Top pane
1 Remote sensor
Receives signals from the included remote control (RC-
10). When using the remote point it here. (See “Wireless
use” on page 22.)
2
Mono speaker
Use this built-in speaker to listen to recordings.
The speaker will not produce sound in the following
situations.
When in recording standby
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When headphones are connected
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When recording
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When the speaker output setting is off
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When in overdubbing mode
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3
Omnidirectional stereo mic pair (OMNI MIC L/R)
Two built-in electret condenser mics allow recording in
stereo.
4
Display
Shows a variety of information.
5
CHARGE indicator
Lights when the lithium ion battery is being charged
and turns o when charging completes.
6
PEAK indicator
Lights red just before the recording volume level
becomes so high that distortion would occur.
7
HOME button
Press this button when one of the setting screens is
open to return to the Home Screen. When the Home
Screen is open, press this to switch between displaying
elapsed and remaining time.
MENU button
Press to open the
is open.
When the Home Screen is open, press and hold this
button to switch the backlight setting between
(always lit) and
When one of the various settings screens is open, press
this button to return to the
9
I/O LOOP button
Press to set the starting (IN) and ending (OUT) points
to dene the desired interval for loop playback. When
starting (IN) and ending (OUT) points have already
been set, pressing this button will clear those points.
(See “Loop playback” on page 45.)
0
QUICK button
When the Home Screen is open and the recorder is
stopped, paused or playing back, press this button to
open the QUICK popup menu. See “Add identication
tags to les (QUICK TAG)” on page 40 and "Delete the
selected le (QUICK DEL)" on page 41.)
q
. button
Press this button to return to the beginning of a
playback le that is playing or stopped in the middle.
If you press this button when a le is stopped at its
beginning, the unit will skip to the beginning of the
previous le.
Press and hold this button to search backwards.
Press this button while pressing and holding the
ENTER/MARK button to return to the previous mark.
On the setting screens, use this button to move the
cursor left.
On the
BROWSE
level.
/
w
button
Press this button during playback or when playback is
stopped to skip to the beginning of the next le.
Press and hold this button to search forward.
On the setting screens, use this button to move the
cursor right.
Press this button while pressing and holding the
ENTER/MARK button to move to the next mark.
BROWSE
On the
a level. If a le is selected, the le is loaded and the unit
returns to the Home Screen and stops.
Press during recording to start a new track and
continue recording without pause.
e
STOP [8] button
During playback, press this button to pause playback at
the current position. When paused, press this button to
return to the beginning of the playback le.
Press this button during recording or recording standby
to cause the recording to stop.
Use this button to answer “NO” to a conrmation
message.
OFF
Screen, press this button to move up a
Screen, press this button to move down
MENU
Screen when the Home Screen
(always unlit).
MENU
screen.
ALWAYS
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PLAY/PAUSE [y/9] button
When the Home Screen is displayed and playback is
stopped, press this button to start playback.
During playback, press this button to pause.
BROWSE
When a le or folder is selected in the
press this button to return to the Home Screen and play
the le or the rst le in the folder from the beginning.
t
PB CONTROL button
Use to open and close the
turn its functions ON and OFF. (See “Special playback
control functions” on page 45.)
y
INPUT switch
Set to the desired input signal source.
u
Wheel
Use this to select items and change values on setting
screens.
Use it also to change the playback position in a track.
i
ENTER/MARK button
Use this to conrm the selection of a setting item or to
answer “YES” to a conrmation message.
During recording or playback, press this button to add
a mark manually.
While pressing this button, press the STOP [8] button
to clear the nearest mark earlier in the le.
Press the . or / button while pressing and
holding this button to move to the previous or next
mark, respectively. (See “Mark function” on page 36.)
o
AUTO button
Use this to make various settings for the automatic
recording function and to enable it. (See “Automatic
recording (AUTO REC)” on page 35.)
p
RECORD [0] button/indicator
Press this button when stopped to start recording
standby. The recording indicator will blink when in
standby.
Press this button when in recording standby to start
recording. The recording indicator will light when
recording.
Press this button when recording to pause recording.
PB CONTROL
screen,
screen and to
2 – Names and Functions of Parts
Front panel
a
XLR (MIC/LINE 1) IN L/R connectors
These are balanced XLR connectors for analog inputs.
(1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
CAUTION
Confirm that phantom power is OFF before connecting
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a line level device to a XLR (MIC/LINE 1) IN connector.
If you connect a line level device while phantom power
is being supplied, that device and this unit could be
damaged.
When using a condenser microphone, before
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connecting to and disconnecting from a XLR (MIC/
LINE 1) IN connector, confirm that the phantom power
for that connector is OFF. If you connect or disconnect
a mic while phantom power is being supplied, that mic
and this unit could be damaged.
Do not connect an unbalanced dynamic mic to an XLR
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connector when phantom power is being supplied.
Doing so could damage that mic and this unit.
s
MIC/LINE 1 switch
Use this to set the input type of the XLR (MIC/LINE 1)
IN connector.
Rear panel
d Directional stereo mic pair (UNI MIC L/R)
These are built-in electret condenser stereo mics.
f
SD card slot
Insert and remove SD cards.
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Left side panel
g HOLD switch
Shift to the left end (in the direction of the arrow) to
engage the hold function.
All buttons are inoperative when hold is ON.
h
/SP OUTPUT volume control
Use to adjust the volume output from the built in
speaker or
j
jack
Use to connect headphones. (See “Connecting
monitors and headphones” on page 25.)
k
LINE OUT jack
Use a stereo mini jack cable to connect to the line input
connector on an external device.
l
LINE 2 IN jack
Use a stereo mini jack cable to connect to the line
output connector on audio equipment or other
external device.
;
USB port
Connect to a computer using the included USB cable.
(See “7 – Connecting with a Computer” on page 47.)
jack.
Right side panel
c REMOTE/DIGITAL IN jack
Connect the included TASCAM RC-10 wired remote
control or a TASCAM RC-3F footswitch (sold separately)
here. You can use the remote control to operate the
unit, including stopping and starting playback. (See “9
– Using the REMOTE/DIGITAL IN jack” on page 52.) In
addition, you can input a digital signal by connecting
the included digital input conversion cable. (See “Using
digital input” on page 52.)
v
Battery compartment (specialized lithium ion
battery)
Compartment for the unit’s dedicated lithium ion
battery. (See “Using the lithium ion battery” on page
20.)
b
INPUT knob
Adjusts the input volume.
Bottom panel
NOTE
Always connect the recorder directly to a computer. Do not
use a USB hub.
z
DC IN 5V connector
Connect a PS-P520 AC adaptor or BP-6AA battery pack
(both sold separately).
x
button
Press and hold to turn the power ON and OFF.
n
MIC GAIN switch
Set the sensitivity of the mic input.
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m
OFF
40 Hz
80 Hz
120 Hz
AUTO/LIMITER switch
Set this to ON to activate the automatic gain control or
limiter. (See “Using the level control function” on page
32.)
,
+48V (phantom power) switch
Turn this ON to provide +48 V of power when a
condenser mic is connected to the XLR (MIC/LINE 1) IN
L/R connector.
CAUTION
Do not connect or disconnect mics when the +48V switch
is ON.
.
SPEAKER switch
Set this to ON to output sound from the built-in
speaker.
NOTE
Even when ON, no sound is output during recording, in
recording standby or when headphones are connected.
/
Tripod attachment screw hole (1/4-inch)
Use this to attach the unit to a tripod or mic stand.
CAUTION
Tighten the unit securely to the tripod or mic stand to
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prevent it from falling off.
Place the tripod or mic stand on a level surface when
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using it with this unit.
Some tripods use different types of screws, so it might
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not be possible to attach the unit directly. In such a case,
purchase and use a suitable adapter.
Screws longer than 4.5 mm cannot be used with this.
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Battery compartment cover
@
AA battery compartment
This compartment can hold two AA batteries that can
power the unit. (See "Using AA batteries” on page 20.)
2 – Names and Functions of Parts
Remote control (TASCAM RC-10)
1 m/. button
Press this button briey to return to the start of a le.
If the playback position is already near the start of a
track, it will skip to the start of the previous le.
Press and hold this to search a track in reverse.
2
STOP [8] button
Press to stop playback and recording.
3
RECORD [0] button
Use to start recording standby and recording, as well as
to pause recording.
4
F1 button
Use this with the automatic recording function. Unlike
the button on the main unit, this button alone can put
the unit into recording standby.
NOTE
Use the main unit to make various AUTO REC function
settings.
5
F2 button
Use to set the low-cut lter. Each time you press this
button, the setting value changes as shown below. (See
“Making analog input settings” on page 30.)
6 ,// button
Press this button briey to move to the start of the next
le. Press and hold this to search a track forward.
7
PLAY [7] button
Press to start playback.
8
MARK button
Press during recording or playback to add a mark
manually.
9
F3 button
This has the same function as the I/O LOOP button on
the recorder. (See “Loop playback” on page 45.)
0
F4 button
Use to switch the backlight setting between
(always lit) and
backlight OFF setting” on page 49.)
OFF
(always unlit). (See “Automatic
ALWAYS
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Home screen
1 Playback speed setting
Depending on the current playback speed setting, one
of the following icons appears.
On O Playback speed
0%
+1% - +16%
–50% - –1%
Playback speed cannot be changed
2 Loop/repeat playback setting
Depending on the status, one of the following icons
appears.
Single playback
Single track repeat playback
All track repeat playback
Loop playback
3 Monitor mix status
This icon shows whether the monitor mix is ON or OFF.
(See “Monitoring input signals” on page 34.)
: Monitor mix OFF
: Monitor mix ON
4
Elapsed time/remaining time
This shows the elapsed or remaining time (hours:
minutes: seconds) of the le being played back. When
the Home Screen is open, press the HOME button
to switch between showing the elapsed time and
the remaining time. A “–” appears at the start of the
remaining time.
5
Operation mode indicator
This icon shows the operation mode. (See “Mode
selection” on page 25.)
: When set to STD mode
: When set to HS mode
6
Power supply status
The following icons appear according to the power
supply status.
Lithium ion battery (TASCAM BP-L2)
AA batteries
AC Adaptor
When batteries are used, the amount of power
remaining is shown as:
When battery power is depleted the empty battery
icon
blinks. The power soon turns OFF automatically.
The indicator appears when a TASCAM PS-P520 AC
adaptor (sold separately) or TASCAM BP-6AA external
battery pack (sold separately) is connected.
NOTE
Sometimes a
recording or conducting other demanding operations
even when battery power remains.
7
Recorder operation status
This icon shows the recorder operation status.
Display Operation
8
Level meters
These show the levels of the input or playback signals.
When monitor mix is ON, the levels of the combined
input and playback sounds are shown.
9
File information
The le name or tag information of the le currently
being played back is shown.
ID3 tag information is shown when available for an
MP3 le being played.
NOTE
ID3 tag information includes the titles and artists names
that can be saved in MP3 les.
0
Playback position display
The current playback position is shown by a bar. As
playback progresses, the bar extends to the right.
q
Peak value in decibels (dB)
The maximum level that occurs in a xed period of
time is displayed digitally.
w
Identification tag
If an identication tag has been added using the QUICK
TAG function, it will appear here.
e
Playback range
This shows the current playback area.
ALL
FOLDER
P.LIST
Battery Low
Stopped
8
Paused
9
Playing back
7
Fast-forwarding
,
Fast-rewinding
m
Skip to the beginning of the next le
/
Skip to the beginning of the current le or
.
the previous le
All les in the
All les in the selected folder
All les added to the playlist
, , .
warning appears when
MU SIC
folder
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r
Loop playback IN (starting) and OUT (ending)
points
The settings of loop playback starting (IN) and ending
(OUT) points are shown. When the starting (IN) point
is set, the
position on the playback position bar.
When the ending (OUT) point is set, the
appears below the corresponding position on the
playback position bar
t
Playback file number/total number of files
The total number of les in the playback area and the
number of the current le are shown.
y
Monitoring output
Depending on the status, one of the following icons
appears.
Sound output from the headphone jack
Sound output from the speaker
icon appears below the corresponding
icon
Recording screen
1 Stereo/mono setting
When recording with mics, this icon shows whether
recording is in stereo or mono.
Stereo
Mono
2
Prerecording setting
The
icon appears when the prerecording function
is “ON” and the unit is in recording standby.
3
Low-cut filter ON/OFF setting
This icon shows whether the low-cut lter is ON or OFF.
When set to
light letters on a dark background.
OFF
40 Hz low-cut lter ON
80 Hz low-cut lter ON
120 Hz low-cut lter ON
4
Auto gain control/limiter setting
Auto gain control OFF
Auto gain control ON
Limiter OFF
Limiter ON
5 Elapsed/remaining recording time
This shows the elapsed time of the le being recorded
or the remaining time (hours: minutes: seconds)
according to the set maximum le size. If the remaining
40Hz, 80Hz
or
120Hz
, the icon appears as
time available on the SD card is less, however, that will
be shown instead.
When in recording standby or recording, press the
HOME button to switch between the elapsed recording
time and the remaining recording time. When the
remaining recording time is shown, a “–” appears
before it.
6
Recorder operation status
This icon shows the recorder operation status.
Icon Meaning
8
9
0
7
Level meters
These show the levels of the input signals. When
overdubbing is on, the levels of the combined input
and playback signals are shown. On the scale, the b
mark indicates a level of −16 dB to help you adjust the
analog input level.
8
File name
This shows the le name that will automatically be
given to the le being recorded.
9
Input signal setting
This icon shows the signal being input.
0
SD card remaining recording time
This shows the remaining recording time (hours:
minutes: seconds) on the SD card in the recorder.
q
Peak value in decibels (dB)
The peak recording level is shown in decibels.
w
Recording file type/bit length/sampling frequency
This shows the format, bit length and sampling
frequency of the le being recorded.
Recording standby
Recording paused
Currently recording
XLR (MIC/LINE 1) IN L/R
UNI MIC L/R (directional)
OMNI MIC L/R (omnidirectional)
LINE 2 IN L/R
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Menu item list
Press the MENU button to open the
items are as shown below.
Menu item Function Pages
INFORMATION
BROWSE
PLAYLIST
PLAY MODE
INPUT SETTING
REC SETTING
MIX BALANCE
DIVIDE
FILE NAME
Information about the le, SD
card, and system
SD card le and folder
operations
Edit the playlist 43
Make playback area and repeat
playback settings
Make analog input settings 30, 32,
Make recording settings 27, 37
Adjust input and playback
sound levels
Divide les 33
Make le name settings 51
Make settings for TASCAM RC-
REMOTE/DIGI
IN
3F footswitch (sold separately),
TASCAM RC-10 wired remote
control (included) and digital
input, and select the active one
SETUP
BATTERY
DA TE/TIME
Make various settings 49
Make settings related to the
battery
Make date and time settings 23
MENU
screen. The menu
48
39
42,
45
34
34
52
50
Using menus
In this example, we show how to change the sampling
frequency.
1 Press the MENU button to open the
2 Use the wheel to select a menu item (highlighted),
and press the ENTER/MARK button to move to
various settings screen.
REC SETTING selected
3 Use the wheel to select a menu item (highlighted) to
be set.
REC SETTING screen
4 Press the / or ENTER/MARK button to move the
cursor to highlight the value of the setting.
MENU
screen.
5 Use the wheel to change the setting.
6 To set a different item in the same menu, press the
. button.
This enables you to select a new item. Use the wheel
again to select an item to be set.
7 Repeat step 3 to 6 as necessary to set each item.
8 To open the
MENU
screen, press the MENU button.
To return to the Home Screen, press the HOME
button.
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