Teac DR-60D User Manual

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DR-60D

Linear PCM Recorder

OWNER’S MANUAL

D01188720A

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

For U.S.A

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

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

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

from that to which the receiver is connected.

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

help.

CAUTION

Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by TEAC CORPORATION for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

Model Number : DR-60D Trade Name : TASCAM Responsible party: TEAC AMERICA, INC. Address : 7733 Telegraph Road, Montebello, California,

U.S.A. Telephone number : 1-323-726-0303 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is

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

This appliance has a serial number located on the rear panel. Please record the model number and serial number and retain them for your records.

Model number

Serial number

For Canada

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

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 amplifiers) that produce heat.

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

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

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

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

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

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

caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury

from tip-over.

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

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

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

cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen

into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

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

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

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

• shall remain readily operable.

Caution should be taken when using earphones or headphones with the

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

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

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

CAUTION

Do not expose this apparatus to drips or splashes.

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

• apparatus.

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

• similar unit.

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

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

If the product uses batteries (including a battery pack or

• installed batteries), they should not be exposed to sunshine, fire

or excessive heat.

WARNING

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

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Safety Information

Pb, Hg, Cd

For European Customers

Disposal of electrical and electronic equipment

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

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

(b) By disposing of the electrical and electronic equipment

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

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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Disposal of batteries and/or accumulators

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

If the battery or accumulator contains more than the specified

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

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

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

Safety Information

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

CAUTIONS ABOUT BATTERIES

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

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

• leak, causing fire or injury.

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

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

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

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

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

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

• indicated on the batteries and the local disposal laws.

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

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

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

For China

产品有毒有害物质或元素的名称及含量

机种：DR-60D 有毒有害物质或元素

品名

1 CHASSIS 部份 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 2 PCB Assy 部份 × ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 3 线材部份 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 4 附属品部份 × ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 5 SEAL 部份 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 6 包装部份 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○

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

铅

(Pb)

汞

(Hg)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

• or clothing.

镉

(Cd)

六价铬 (Cr6+)

多溴联苯

(PBB)

TASCAM DR-60D

多溴二苯醚

(PBDE)

Contents

Quick Start Guide .............................................................. 9

1 – Introduction ............................................................... 13

Features........................................................................................................13

Included items ........................................................................................... 14

Conventions used in this manual ....................................................... 14

Trademarks .................................................................................................15

About SD cards .......................................................................................... 15

Precautions for use..........................................................................16

Precautions for installation .................................................................. 16

Beware of condensation ........................................................................ 16

Cleaning the unit ...................................................................................... 16

User registration ....................................................................................... 16

2 – Names and functions of parts .................................. 17

Front panel ..................................................................................................17

Left side panel ........................................................................................... 20

Right side panel ........................................................................................ 21

Rear panel ...................................................................................................22

Top panel ..................................................................................................... 23

Bottom Panel .............................................................................................23

Home Screen ..............................................................................................24

Recording Screen ..................................................................................... 26

Menu item list ............................................................................................28

Using menus ..............................................................................................29

Basic operation..........................................................................................30

3 – Preparation ................................................................ 32

Powering the unit.....................................................................................32

Power sources ...................................................................................32

Using AA batteries ...........................................................................32

Using an AC adaptor (sold separately) .................................... 33

Using an external battery pack (sold separately) ................ 33

Using USB bus power ..................................................................... 34

Turning the power on and off (putting it in standby) ................35

Starting up the unit .........................................................................35

Shutting down (putting the unit in standby) .......................35

Resume function .............................................................................. 36

Setting the date and time ..................................................................... 36

Inserting and removing SD cards.......................................................37

Inserting the SD card ......................................................................37

Removing the card .......................................................................... 37

SD card write protection switches ............................................ 38

Preparing an SD card for use ............................................................... 39

Camera connection and attachment ...............................................39

Connecting monitors and headphones ..........................................40

Monitoring ..................................................................................................40

Enabling monitoring ......................................................................40

Selecting the monitored signal .................................................. 41

4 – Recording ................................................................... 42

Selecting file format, sampling frequency,

and maximum file size .......................................................................... 42

Preparing the recording inputs .......................................................... 43

Connecting microphones ............................................................ 43

Recording an external device (LINE IN) ..................................44

Setting the input types .................................................................44

Using phantom power ...................................................................45

Using plug-in power .......................................................................46

Adjusting the input level .......................................................................46

Using the limiter .......................................................................................48

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Using the low-cut filter .......................................................................... 49

Overview of recording modes ............................................................ 49

Recording (MONO/STEREO recording) ............................................50

Make recording settings ............................................................... 50

Set where to save the file.............................................................. 51

Starting the recording ................................................................... 51

File names when recording in MONO/STEREO .................... 51

Simultaneously recording two files at different input levels

(DUAL REC) .................................................................................................. 52

Enabling dual recording................................................................52

Starting dual recording ................................................................. 53

Dual recording file names ............................................................ 54

Recording 4 channels .............................................................................54

Making 4-channel recording settings .....................................54

Starting 4-channel recording......................................................55

File names when recording in 4-channel ............................... 56

Recording automatically (AUTO REC) ...............................................56

Creating and changeover to a new file during continued

recording (Track increment).................................................................58

Manual track increment during recording ............................58

Automatic track increment by file size .................................... 58

Mark function ............................................................................................59

Adding marks manually to a recording...................................59

Adding marks automatically to a recording.......................... 59

Moving to a mark position ........................................................... 59

Recording the moment before pushing RECORD (PRE REC) ...60

Delaying the start of recording (REC DELAY) ...............................60

Self-timer function ...................................................................................61

Using the auto tone function .............................................................. 61

Setting auto tone length ....................................................................... 62

Adding slate tones ................................................................................... 62

Recording duration ................................................................................. 63

5 – Working with Files and Folders (BROWSE screen) .64

Screen navigation ....................................................................................64

Icons on the BROWSE screen ............................................................... 65

File operations ...........................................................................................65

Folder operations .....................................................................................66

Creating a new folder .............................................................................67

6 – Playback ..................................................................... 68

Adjusting playback volume .................................................................68

Setting the playback area (AREA) ......................................................68

Selecting a folder for the playback area (1) .................................... 69

Selecting a folder for the playback area (2)....................................70

Selecting files for playback (skip) .......................................................70

Playback .......................................................................................................71

Pausing ................................................................................................71

Stopping ..............................................................................................71

Rewinding and fast-forwarding (search) ............................... 71

Changing the playback position ................................................71

Repeat playback (REPEAT) .................................................................... 71

Moving back a few seconds for replay (jump-back playback) 72

Playback of files recorded using dual recording ..........................72

7 – QUICK button operations ......................................... 73

Features of the QUICK button ............................................................. 73

Opening the quick menu ...................................................................... 74

Closing the quick menu ................................................................ 75

Deleting the selected file (Quick Delete) ........................................75

Dividing the selected file (DIVIDE) .................................................... 75

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Increasing the perceived overall sound pressure to enhance

listenability (Level Alignment) ............................................................ 77

Using the playback equalizer .............................................................. 78

Setting mic input gain with the quick menu ................................. 78

8 – Mixer ........................................................................... 79

Making mixer settings ............................................................................ 79

Using the MS decoder ............................................................................80

Decoding the input sound as you record ..............................80

Decoding the playback sound ...................................................81

MS decoder settings ....................................................................... 81

9 – Connecting with a computer ....................................82

Transferring files to a computer ......................................................... 83

Transferring files from a computer ....................................................83

Disconnecting from a computer ........................................................ 83

10 – Settings and Information ....................................... 84

Viewing Information (INFORMATION) ..............................................84

File information page .....................................................................84

Card information page ..................................................................85

System information page .............................................................85

System Settings and Formatting (SYSTEM) ...................................86

Setting the automatic power saving function ..................... 86

Setting the backlight ......................................................................86

Adjusting the display contrast ....................................................86

Setting the type of AA batteries ................................................86

Setting the phantom power voltage ....................................... 86

Restoring the factory settings .................................................... 87

Using QUICK FORMAT ....................................................................87

Using FULL FORMAT .......................................................................87

Setting the format of file names ........................................................88

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File name format ............................................................................. 88

Setting the WORD item ................................................................. 88

Resetting the number (COUNT) .................................................88

11 – Using the REMOTE jack ........................................... 89

Footswitch (TASCAM RC-3F) ................................................................89

Setting footswitch operation ......................................................89

Using the footswitch ......................................................................90

Remote control (TASCAM RC-10) ........................................................90

Setting the wired remote control .............................................90

Using the wired remote control ................................................ 90

Overview of mode functions ......................................................90

12 – Messages .................................................................. 91

13 – Troubleshooting ...................................................... 94

14 – Specifications .......................................................... 96

Ratings ..........................................................................................................96

Inputs and outputs ..................................................................................96

Analog audio input and output .................................................96

Control input and output ............................................................. 97

Audio performance .................................................................................97

Computer compatibility ........................................................................ 97

Other specifications ................................................................................98

Dimensional drawings ...........................................................................99

Quick Start Guide

In this chapter we will try recording and playback with the TASCAM DR-60D. We will also try using it connected to a digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) camera.

The default recording format is set to 16-bit/44.1kHz WAV when shipped from the factory.

Higher-quality files can be produced by changing the recording format. See “Selecting file format, sampling frequency, and maximum file size” on page 42 for details.

1. Install batteries in the battery compartment on the back of the unit. Fit them to the ¥ and ^ marks shown in the compartment.

2. Insert an SD card into the SD card slot on the right side of the unit.

3. Press and hold the ¤ button on the right side of the unit until the “

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” startup screen appears.

Start -Up Screen

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Quick Start Guide

Microphones

CAUTION

The first time you use the unit, a built-in clock setting screen will appear. (See “Setting the date and time” on page 36.)

Press the . or / button to move the cursor (highlighted

portion),and turn the DATA dial to set the date and time.

Then press the DATA dial to set.

4. If you insert a new card or card that has been formatted by a different device, the following confirmation pop-up message appears.(See “Preparing an SD card for use” on page 39.)

Press the DATA dial to format the card for use with this unit. After formatting completes, the Home Screen (shown below)

appears.

Home Screen

CAUTION

•

Formatting erases all the data on the SD card.

•

When formatting, use a TASCAM PS-P515U AC adaptor (sold separately), supply the unit with USB bus power from a computer or be certain that the batteries have sufficient remaining charge.

5. Connect a microphone to the 1/L connector or 2/R connector on the left side of the unit.

6. Set the 1/L or 2/R input switch on the front of the unit to MIC or MIC+PHANTOM. (See “Setting the input types” on page 44.)

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Headphones

Powered monitor speakers or

7. Press the RECORD [0] button to switch to recording standby. The indicator will flash.

RECORD indicato

8. Use the 1/L knob or 2/R knob on the front of the unit to adjust the input level. (See “Adjusting the input level” on page 46 for details.)

9. Press the RECORD [0] button to start recording. The indicator will light during recording.

10. Press the Stop (8) [HOME] button to finish recording.

NOTE

To pause recording, press the RECORD [0] button. Press the RECORD [0] button again to restart recording in the same file.

11. Press the PLAY [7] button for playback. To listen with headphones, connect them to the PHONES

jack on the right side of the unit. To listen with an external monitoring system (powered monitor speakers or an amplifier and speakers), connect it to the LINE OUT jack on the right side of the unit. (See “Connecting monitors and headphones” on page 40.)

amplifer and speakers

12. To adjust the playback volume, use the PHONES or LINE OUT volume control.

13. Press the Stop (8) [HOME] button to stop playback.

NOTE

If you have made several recordings, use the . or / button to select the file to play when playing back or stopped and the Home Screen is displayed.

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14. You can connect this unit with a DSLR to output sound from this unit to the camera or to monitor sound from the camera with this unit. (See “Camera connection and attachment” on page

39.)

Use standard φ3.5mm stereo mini plug cables (sold separately)

to connect them.

If you want to record audio from this unit with a camera,

connect the CAMERA OUT jack on the left side of this unit with the external mic input on the camera.

If you want to input audio from the camera and monitor it with

this unit, connect the CAMERA IN jack on the left side of this unit with the audio output jack on the camera.

DSLR camera

Audio output jack

External mic input jack

NOTE

Refer to the camera’s operation manual for information about the connector on the camera.

15. Use the CAMERA OUT volume control on the left side of the unit to adjust the level output to the camera.

16. To monitor the camera audio input to this unit using headphones, turn monitoring on using the the

REC SETTING

40.)

screen. (See “Enabling monitoring” on page

MONITOR

item on

17. When the Home Screen is open and the recorder is stopped, paused, in recording standby or recording, press the MONITOR SELECT button to open a pop-up where you can select which sound to monitor. Turn the DATA dial and select (See “Selecting the monitored signal” on page 41.)

CAMERA IN

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Thank you very much for purchasing the TASCAM DR-60D Linear PCM Recoder. Please read this Owner’s Manual carefully in order to maximize your use of all the unit’s features. We hope that you will enjoy using this recorder for many years to come.

After you have finished reading this manual, please keep it in a safe place for future reference.

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

Features

This recorder includes audio inputs and outputs that are suitable for use with digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) cameras, enabling the recording of high-quality audio with DSLR video.

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Compact audio recorder that uses SD/SDHC cards as recording media

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TASCAM original High Definition Discrete Architecture (HDDA) microphone preamps provide high-quality recording inputs

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In addition to ordinary stereo recording, simultaneous recording of up to four channels is possible

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Four channels can be mixed down to two for stereo output

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Recording levels can be adjusted independently for the 1/L, 2/R and 3-4 inputs

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Dual recording function allows two files to be recorded simultaneously at different levels

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44.1/48/96 kHz, 16/24-bit, linear PCM (WAV format) recording possible

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Broadcast Wave Format (BWF) supported as WAV recording format

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XLR mic/line inputs can provide phantom power (+24V/+48V)

TRS mic/line inputs (1/L and 2/R) support +24dBU input when set to LINE

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Stereo mini jack input supports mics that require plug-in power, allowing the input of video mics and other high-output mics (+10dBV maximum input level)

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Slate tone functions (automatic/manual) simplify synchronization of video files when editing

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CAMERA OUT connector allows the high-quality audio from this unit to be output to a DSLR camera for recording

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CAMERA IN connector enables convenient monitoring of audio from a DSLR camera

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Auto-record function starts recording automatically when a set sound input level is detected

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Mid-side decoding function can be used with MS mics

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Auto-record function can automatically start and stop recording at set levels

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Can start recording a new file automatically when a maximum file size set in advance is reached without interrupting recording

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A QUICK button is available for easy access to various functions

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Track incrementing function allows a recording to be split by creating a new file when desired

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Pre-recording (PRE REC) function allows the unit to record the 2 seconds of sound before recording is activated

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Limitter function is available to reduce the level automatically in case of excessively large input.

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Low cut filter conveniently reduces low-frequency noise

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Self-timer function to start recording after a set period of time.

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Jump back and play function allows the last several seconds of the currently played file to be replayed again by simply pressing a button

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Delay function that eliminates time lags caused by differences in the distances of two sets of inputs from the sound source

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DIVIDE function allows files to be split where desired

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MARK function convenient for moving to specific locations

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Equalizers function for playback, and level alignment function to enhance the perceived overall sound pressure

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File name format can be set to use a user-defined word or the date

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Resume function to memorize the playback position before the unit is turned off (enter standby).

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φ3.5 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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Operates on 4 AA batteries, an AC adaptor (sold separately: TASCAM PS-P515U), external battery pack (sold separately: TASCAM BP-6AA)or USB bus power

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Tripod mounting threads (bottom) and DSLR screw attachment that allows attachment and removal with a coin (top)

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Dedicated remote control jack (for use with RC-10 and RC-3F (sold separately) )

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HOLD switch to prevent accidental operation

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Handles on the front left and right sides protect the screen and can be used to attach a shoulder belt

Included items

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

Keep the packing materials for transportation in the future.

Please contact TASCAM if any of these items are missing or have been damaged during transportation.

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

• USB cable ..................................................................................................... 1

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

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

Conventions used in this manual

In this manual, we use the following conventions:

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

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When we show messages, for example, that appears on the unit’s display, the typeface looks like this:

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SD memory cards are called “SD cards”.

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We refer to digital single-lens reflex cameras as “DSLR cameras” or “DSLRs”.

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Words that appear on the computer display are shown in quotation marks like this: “DR-60D”

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

TIP

These are tips about how to use the unit.

NOTE

These provide additional explanations and describe special cases.

CAUTION

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

REPEAT

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Trademarks

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

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

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

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

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

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

About SD cards

This unit uses SD cards for recording and playback.

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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 confirmed for use with this unit can be found on the TASCAM website (http://tascam.com/). Please check this site or contact TASCAM customer support.

Precautions for use

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

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Do not leave them 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.

Precautions for installation

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The unit’s nominal operating temperature is from 0º to 40º C (32º–104º F).

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

• Places with significant vibrations

• Near windows or other places exposed to direct sunlight

• Near heaters or other extremely hot places

• Extremely cold places

• Places with high humidity or bad ventilation

• Dusty places

• Places directly exposed to rain or other water

•

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

•

If this unit is placed near a power amplifier or other device with a large transformer, it could cause that device to hum. If this occurs, increase the distance between this unit and the other device.

•

If used nearby, this unit could cause color irregularities on a TV screen or noise on a radio. If this occurs, increase the distance between this unit and the other device.

•

This unit might produce noise if a mobile phone or other wireless device is used nearby to make calls or send or receive signals. If this occurs, increase the distance between this unit and the other device or turn off the other device.

Beware of condensation

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

Cleaning the unit

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

User registration

See the end of this manual for details about user registration.

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Front panel

1 Handles

Attach a strap, for example, here.

2 Display

Shows a variety of information.

3 DATA dial (ENTER/MARK)

Turn to select items and change values on setting screens. Use also to change the playback position in a file. Push to confirm selections on setting screens and to answer “YES”

to confirmation pop-up messages.

Press during recording to add a mark manually. (See“Adding marks manually to a recording” on page 59.)

Press the . or / button while pressing and holding this dial to move to the previous or next mark, respectively. (See “Moving to a mark position” on page 59.)

4 MONITOR SELECT button

When not playing back, press to open the monitoring source selection pop-up menu.

When playing back dual-recorded files, press to switch between files.

5 MENU button

When the Home Screen or the

Screen.

When a setting screen is open, press to move up one level in the menu. When the Home Screen.

6 MIXER button

Press this button to open the When the

the Home Screen.

MIXE R

screen is open, press this button to return to

MIXE R

screen is open, press to open

Screen is open, press to return to the

MIXE R

screen.

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7 QUICK button

Press when the Home Screen, open to show the quick menu pop-up.

The function to be shown depends on the state of the unit when the button is pressed.

Recorder status Functions shown

Stopped

Playing back Level align and playback EQ functions Recording

standby Recording

MIXE R

screen

open

BROWSE

screen

open

8 DUAL indicator

This lights orange when recording in dual recording mode.

9 4CH indicator

This lights orange when recording in 4-channel recording mode.

0 REC indicator

This blinks when in recording standby and lights red when recording.

BROWSE

screen or

Delete/divide current playback file, level align, playback EQ and mic input gain setting functions

Mic input gain setting function

File/folder operations

MIXE R

screen is

q 1/L knob and PEAK indicator

Use this knob to adjust the input level from the 1/L connector on the left side of the unit.

The 1/L PEAK indicator lights when the 1/L input level is about to cause distortion. This also lights if distortion occurs in the analog circuitry during mic input, but this does not light if distortion occurs in the analog circuitry during line level input. (See “Adjusting the input level” on page 46.)

w Input switch (1/L)

Set the input type for the 1/L connector and whether phantom power is on or off.

e 2/R knob and PEAK indicator

Use this knob to adjust the input level from the 2/R connector on the left side of the unit.

The 2/R PEAK indicator lights when the 2/R input level is about to cause distortion. This also lights if distortion occurs in the analog circuitry during mic input, but this does not light if distortion occurs in the analog circuitry during line level input. (See “Adjusting the input level” on page 46.)

r Input switch (2/R)

Set the input type for the 2/R connector and whether phantom power is on or off.

t 3-4 knob and PEAK indicator

Use to adjust the input level from the 3/4 connector on the left side of the unit.

The 3-4 PEAK indicator lights when the 3-4 input level is about to cause distortion.

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y . button

During playback or when stopped in the middle of a file, press to return to the beginning of the file.

When stopped at the beginning of a file, press to skip to the beginning of the previous file.

Press and hold to search backward. Press this button while pressing and holding the DATA dial to

return to the previous mark. On the setting screens, use this button to move the cursor left.

On the

BROWSE

Screen, press this button to move up a level.

u Stop(8) [HOME] button

Press this button during playback to cause the playback to pause at the current position. Press this button during pause time to return to the beginning of the playback file.

Press this button during recording or recording standby to cause the recording to stop.

When any other screen is open, press this button to return to the Home Screen. Use this button to answer “NO” to a confirmation message.

i / button

When stopped or playing back, press to skip to the next file. Press and hold to search forward. On the setting screens, use this button to move the cursor right. Press this button while pressing and holding the DATA dial to

move to the next mark. On the

BROWSE

If a file is selected, the file is loaded and the unit returns to the Home Screen and stops.

Screen, press this button to move down a level.

o 7 (playback) button

When the Home Screen is displayed and playback is stopped, press this button to start playback.

During playback, press this button to start jump-back playback. (See “Moving back a few seconds for replay (jump-back

playback)” on page 72.) When a file or folder is selected in the

button to return to the Home Screen and play the file or the first file in the folder from the beginning.

p SLATE button

Press and hold during playback to record a slate stone. (See “Adding slate tones” on page 62.)

a 0 (record) button

Press when stopped to start recording standby Press when recording to pause recording (resume recording

standby).

BROWSE

screen, press this

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Left side panel

s 1/L connector (XLR/TRS)

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

XLR (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD) TRS (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)

d 3-4 connector (φ3.5mm stereo mini jack)

This TRS analog input jack can provide plug-in power. TRS (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)

f 2/R connector (XLR/TRS)

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

XLR (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD) TRS (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)

CAUTION

•

Confirm that phantom power is OFF before connecting a line level device to a 1/L connector or 2/R 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 connecting to and disconnecting from a 1/L connector or 2/R connector, confirm that the phantom power for that jack 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 connector when phantom power is being supplied. Doing so could damage that mic and this unit.

g CAMERA IN connector (φ3.5mm stereo mini jack)

Connect to the audio output of a camera. Refer to the camera’s operation manual to identify this connector

on the camera. (See “Camera connection and attachment” on page 39.)

h REMOTE connector (φ2.5mm TRS jack)

Connect a TASCAM RC-3F footswitch or TASCAM RC-10 wired remote control (both sold separately) here to enable remote starting and stopping of playback and other functions. (See “11 – Using the REMOTE jack” on page 89.)

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j CAMERA OUT volume control

Use to adjust the volume output from the CAMERA OUT connector.

k CAMERA OUT connector (φ3.5mm stereo mini jack)

Connect a camera external mic here. Refer to the camera’s operation manual to identify this connector

on the camera. (See “Camera connection and attachment” on page 39.)

Right side panel

l SD card slot

Insert an SD card here.

; button

Press and hold this button to turn the unit’s power ON or OFF(Standby). (See “Turning the power on and off (putting it in standby)” on page 35)

z HOLD switch

Shift to the top end (in the direction of the arrow) to engage the hold function.

All buttons are inoperative when hold is ON.

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x USB port

Use the included USB cable to connect with a computer USB port. (See “9 – Connecting with a computer” on page 82.)

Power can be supplied through the USB cable provided with the unit or an AC adaptor (sold separately: TASCAM PS-P515U).

CAUTION

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

c PHONES volume control

Use to adjust the volume output from the PHONES jack.

v PHONES jack (φ3.5mm stereo mini jack)

Connect stereo headphones to this stereo mini jack. Use the PHONES control to adjust the volume.

CAUTION

Before connecting headphones, lower the PHONES volume to the minimum level. Failure to do so could result in a sudden loud noise that could harm hearing, for example.

b LINE OUT volume control

Use to adjust the volume output from the LINE OUT jack.

n LINE OUT jack (φ3.5mm stereo mini jack)

Use this to connect with the line input jack of an amp or other equipment.

Use the LINE OUT control to adjust the volume.

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Rear panel

m Battery compartment cover

, Battery compartment

Install batteries (4 AA batteries) in this compartment to power the unit. (See “Using AA batteries” on page 32.)

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Top panel

. DSLR attachment bracket

Use this bracket, which is preinstalled on the unit, with the DSLR mounting screw.

If you do not want to use this bracket, use a coin or other tool to remove the four attachment screws.

/ DSLR mounting screw (1/4-inch)

Use to attach this unit to the bottom of a camera or a rack that supports camera mounting screws, for example.

Bottom Panel

! Tripod mounting threads (1/4-inch)

Use to attach this unit to a tripod.

CAUTION

•

Tighten the unit securely to the tripod or microphone stand to prevent it from falling off.

•

Place the tripod or microphone stand on a level surface when using it with this unit.

•

Some tripods have different screw specifications that make direct connection impossible. Use a commercially-available adapter with such tripods.

@ Video camera pin hole

When using a tripod with a pin for video cameras, align this hole with the pin when attaching the unit to the tripod.

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Home Screen

NOTE

When monitoring, some meters, icons and other items will change to recording screen appearance.

1 Monitoring mode

This shows what audio is now being monitored.

Indicator Meaning

MIX

Mix of channels 1-4, or dual recording mode main file

Indicator Meaning

2-M Right channel of dual recording mode main file 2-S Right channel of dual recording mode sub file CH3 Channel 3 sound input 3-M Left channel of dual recording mode main file 3-S Left channel of dual recording mode sub file CH4 Channel 4 sound input 4-M Right channel of dual recording mode main file 4-S Right channel of dual recording mode sub file

2 Repeat playback setting

One of the following icons appears according to the current setting.

Single file playback Single file repeat playback All file repeat playback

3 Playback area

This shows the current playback file area.

ALL

All files in the MUSIC folder

FOLDER

All files in the selected folder

4 Current playback file number/total number of files

This shows the current file number and total number of files in the current playback area.

5 Elapsed time

This shows the elapsed time (hours: minutes: seconds) of the current file.

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6 Power supply status

When a battery is being used, a battery icon shows the amount of power remaining in bars (“ ”, “ ”, “ ”).

The battery is almost dead and the power will soon turn off (standby) if the icon has no bars “ ”.

When using the PS-P515U AC adaptor (sold separately) or USB bus power, “ ” appears.

NOTE

Sometimes a or conducting other demanding operations even when battery power remains.

7 Recorder operation status

This icon shows the recorder operation status.

Indicator Meaning

8 9 7 , m / .

8 Level meter

These show the levels of the input playback signals.

Battery Low

Stopped Paused Playing back Fast-forwarding Fast-rewinding Skipping forward Skipping backward

warning appears when recording

9 Track status display

This icon changes according to the recording mode.

Indicators (examples)

/ / / Monitoring in MONO mode / Monitoring in STEREO mode

0 Playback position display

The current playback position is shown by a bar. As playback progresses, the bar extends to the right.

q File name

This shows the name of the file playing back unless there are multiple files recorded in 4-channel recording mode or dual recording mode. In these cases, it shows the project name.

w Remaining time

This shows the remaining time (hours: minutes: seconds) of the current file.

Meaning

Playing a file recorded in MONO or STEREO mode

Playing a file recorded in DUAL MONO or DUAL ST mode or monitoring in these modes

Playing a file recorded in 4CH mode or monitoring in this mode

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e Level align status

This icon shows whether the level align function is on or off. (See “Increasing the perceived overall sound pressure to enhance listenability (Level Alignment)” on page 77.)

Level align function off Level align function on

r Playback equalizer status

This icon shows whether the playback equalizer is on or off. (See “Using the playback equalizer” on page 78.)

Playback equalizer off Playback equalizer on

t Peak value in decibels (dB)

The maximum level that occurs in a fixed period of time is displayed digitally.

Recording Screen

1 Monitoring mode

This shows what audio is being monitored now.

Indicator Meaning

MIX

SUB Dual recording mode sub file 1+2 Mix of channels 1-2 3+4 Mix of channels 3-4 CAM CAMERA IN jack sound input CH1 Channel 1 sound input 1-M Left channel of dual recording mode main file 1-S Left channel of dual recording mode sub file CH2 Channel 2 sound input 2-M Right channel of dual recording mode main file 2-S Right channel of dual recording mode sub file CH3 Channel 3 sound input

Mix of channels 1-4, or dual recording mode main file

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Indicator Meaning

3-M Left channel of dual recording mode main file 3-S Left channel of dual recording mode sub file CH4 Channel 4 sound input 4-M Right channel of dual recording mode main file 4-S Right channel of dual recording mode sub file

2 Prerecording or Auto recording function status

“ ” appears when the prerecording function is ON, and in recording standby.

“ ” appears when the auto recording function is ON, and recording.

3 Recording format

This shows the file recording format. WAV16, WAV24, BWF16 or BWF24

4 Recording sampling frequency

This shows the file recording sampling frequency.

44.1kHz, 48kHz or 96kHz

5 Elapsed recording time

The elapsed recording time of the file appears as hours: minutes: seconds.

6 Number of recording channels

This shows the number of recording channels in the file. ST or MONO

7 Auto tone function status

This icon shows whether the auto tone function is on or off. (See “Using the auto tone function” on page 61.)

No icon Auto tone off Auto tone on

8 Recorder operation status

This icon shows the recorder operation status.

Indicator Meaning

09 0

9 input source

This icon shows the input source.

Indicators (examples)

0 Recording level meters

These show the levels of the input audio. The b mark at the –12dB position provides a guide when

adjusting the input levels.

Recording standby or Recording paused Recording Self-timer recording activated

Meaning

/ / / Mono recording mode input source / Stereo recording mode input source

Dual recording mode input source and

gain setting for the second recording (0 to –12)

4-channel recording mode input source

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q File name

This shows the file name that is automatically assigned to a recording file.

This shows the project name when there are multiple files recorded in 4-channel recording mode or dual recording mode.

w Remaining recording time

The remaining recording time on the SD card is shown in hours: minutes: seconds according to the recording mode, sampling frequency and recording format settings.

e Low cut filter status

This shows whether the low cut filter is ON/OFF. (See “Using the low-cut filter” on page 49.)

This icon is shown as light letters on a dark background if the low-cut filter is set to 40Hz, 80Hz or 2 or channels 3/4.

: Low cut filter off : Low cut filter on

r Limiter function status

An icon appears if the limiter function setting for channel 1, 2 or 3/4 is set to

: Limiter off : Limiter on

t SLATE button setting

This shows the SLATE button setting (enable/disabled). (See “Adding slate tones” on page 62.) : SLATE button disabled : SLATE button enabled

y Peak value in decibels (dB)

Peak input level values are shown digitally.

MONO

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LINK

. (See “Using the limiter” on page 48.)

120

Hz for channel 1, channel

Menu item list

Press the MENU button to open the menu are as follows.

Menu item Function Pages

REC MODE

INPUT SETTING Make input settings.

REC SETTING

AUTO REC

PLAY SETTING

BROWSE

OTHERS Show submenu items.

Set the recording source.

Make recording settings

Make auto recording settings.

Make play area, repeat playback and jump-back settings.

SD card file and folder operations

screen. The items in this

page 49, page 50, page 52, page 54 page 46, page 48, page 49 page 40, page 42, page 58, page 60, page 61, page 62

page 56, page 59

page 68, page 71

page 64, page 69 page 70 page 36, page 46, page 84, page 88, page 89

The

OTHERS

Submenu item Function Pages

INFORMATION

FILE NAME File name settings page 88 DATE/TIME Date and time settings page 36

REMOTE

SYSTEM Various system settings page 86

CAUTION

•

When in recording standby or recording, only the

SETTING

•

When recording, the

submenu appears when

screen. The menu items contained are as follows.

Information about the file, SD card, and system

Settings for the TASCAM RC-3F footswitch and TASCAM RC-10 wired remote control (both sold separately)

and

AUTO REC

screens are shown.

AUTO REC

OTHERS

is selected in the

setting cannot be changed.

page 84

page 89, page 90

INPUT

2 – Names and functions of parts

Using menus

Use the

screen to make various settings.

1. Press the MENU button to open the

2. Turn the DATA dial to select a menu item (highlighted), and press the DATA dial or / button to move to various settings screens.

Example: PLAY SETTING screen

3. Turn the DATA dial to select a menu item (highlighted) to be set.

Example: AREA is selected.

screen.

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4. Turn the DATA dial or / button to move the cursor to highlight the value of the setting.

5. Turn the DATA dial to change the setting.

6. Press the DATA dial or . button to set a different item in the same menu.

This enables you to select a new item. Turn the DATA dial again

to select an item to be set.

7. Repeat step 3 to 6 as necessary to set each item.

8. To open the the MENU button.

To return to the Home Screen, press the Stop (8) [HOME]

button.

screen (or

OTHERS

submenu screen), press

Basic operation

Use the following buttons to operate the various screens.

MENU button:

Opens the

Stop (8) [HOME] button:

When any other screen is open, press this to return to the Home Screen. Use this to answer “NO” to a confirmation message.

DATA dial:

Turn the DATA dial to select items and change values on setting screens. You can also turn the D ATA dial to change the file playback position.

Press the DATA dial to confirm items selected on setting screens and to answer “Yes” to confirmation pop-up messages.

Press the DATA dial during recording to add a mark manually. (See“Adding marks manually to a recording” on page 59.)

While pressing and holding the data dial, press the . button to jump to the previous mark or press the / button to jump to the next mark. (See “Moving to a mark position” on page 59.)

/ button:

Use this to move the cursor (the highlighted area) to the right on the screen, and to open folders on the

. button:

Use this to move the cursor (the highlighted area) to the left on the screen, and to close folders on the

screen.

BROWSE

screen.

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QUICK button:

This opens the quick menu pop-up.

• When stopped: Delete/divide current playback file, level align,

playback EQ and mic input gain setting functions

• During playback: Level align and playback EQ functions

• In recording standby: Mic input gain setting function

• When recording: Mic input gain setting function

• When the BROWSE screen is open: File/folder operations

• When the Mixer screen is open: Mic input gain setting

function

Record (0) button

Opens the When the

REC MODE

screen.

screen is open, returns to the Home Screen.

MIXER button

Opens the When the

MIXE R

screen.

MIXE R

screen is open, returns to the Home Screen.

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3 – Preparation

Powering the unit

Power sources

DR-60D can operate on four AA batteries, TASCAM PS-P515U AC adaptor (sold separately) or USB cable provided with the unit (USB bus power).

Alkaline or Ni-MH batteries can be used.

Using AA batteries

Remove the battery compartment cover on the back of the unit. Install 4 AA batteries in the compartment with the ¥ and ^ marks as shown. Then, close the battery compartment cover.

When using AA batteries, set the type of battery in order to accurately show the amount of power remaining and allow the unit to accurately determine whether power is available for proper operation. (See “Setting the type of AA batteries” on page 86.)

CAUTION

•

Manganese dry cell batteries (R6) cannot be used with this unit.

•

This unit cannot recharge Ni-MH batteries. Use a commercially available recharger.

NOTE

A great amount of power is required to provide phantom power to a condenser microphone. If you use a condenser microphone while running the unit on AA batteries (NiMH rechargeable or alkaline), the operation time will be shortened.

If you need to operate the unit for a long time, use a TASCAM PS-P515U AC adaptor or TASCAM BP-6AA external battery box (both sold separately) to power the unit.

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Using an AC adaptor (sold separately)

Connect the TASCAM PS-P515U AC adaptor (sold separately) and the USB cable to the USB port of the unit as shown in the illustration.

AC outlet

TASCAM PS-P515U (sold separately)

Mini-B USB plug

NOTE

When both batteries are installed and the AC adaptor is connected, power will be supplied from the AC adaptor.

CAUTION

•

Never use any adaptor other than the designated TASCAM PS-P515U AC adaptor (sold separately). Use of a different adaptor could cause malfunction, fire or electric shock.

•

Noise may occur when recording with a microphone if the unit is too close to the AC adaptor. In such a case, keep sufficient distance between the AC adaptor and the unit.

Using an external battery pack (sold separately)

Connect a TASCAM BP-6AA external battery pack (designed for use with this unit and sold separately) to the recorder with the included USB cable as shown in the illustration. For details, see the BP-6AA Owner’s Manual.

TASCAM BP-6AA（soldseparately）

Mini-BUSBplug

CAUTION

The DR-60D cannot detect the remaining battery charge of a BP-6AA. If you use a BP-6AA to operate the DR-60D without batteries in the recorder itself, the unit might stop operating suddenly if the battery pack runs out of charge. In order to avoid problems, put batteries with sufficient charge into the DR-60D before connecting and using a BP-6AA.

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3 – Preparation

Using USB bus power

Connect the unit to a PC using the attached USB cable as shown in the illustration.

Computer

USB

Mini-B USB plug

The

USB SELECT

power for power supply or connection with a PC through the USB cable when USB cable is connected after the unit is turned on or when the unit is turned on after connecting the USB cable. Turn the DATA dial to select power supply from the USB port. The Home Screen will appear.

NOTE

•

Power is supplied from the USB port if the USB cable is connected to the unit that contains batteries (USB bus power prioritized).

•

The AC adaptor also connects using the USB cable, so set it to BUS POWER in the same way.

screen appears to choose between USB bus

BUS POWER

and press the DATA dial to select

CAUTION

•

Depending on the USB bus power specifications of the computer, this unit might not function when connected to the computer by USB cable. In this case, use a TASCAM PS-P515U AC adaptor (sold separately) or batteries.

•

This unit does not support computer power conservation and sleep functions. When powering the unit using the USB bus power of a computer, always turn such functions off.

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Turning the power on and off (putting it in standby)

CAUTION

•

The unit goes in standby mode if shut down when the unit is operating on AC power supplied through the TASCAM PS-P515U AC adaptor (sold separately), or bus power supplied from a USB port of a PC.

•

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

•

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

Starting up the unit

To start up the unit from the stopped state, press and hold the ¤ button until display. The Home Screen appears when the unit starts up.

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Start -Up Screen Home Screen

(start-up screen) is displayed on the

CAUTION

When the unit is started up for the first time (or when the built-in clock is reset after being left unused without batteries), the

DA TE/TIME

the date and time. (See “Setting the date and time” on page 36.)

screen appears before the start-up screen to adjust

Shutting down (putting the unit in standby)

Press and hold the ¤ button until appears on the display.

The power turns off after the unit completes its shutdown (standby) process.

CAUTION

Always use the ¤ button to shutdown (standby) the unit. Do not remove the batteries or disconnect the power cable (AC

adaptor TASCAM PS-P515U or USB cable) accidently while the unit is operating. If you do so, the unit cannot shut down properly and all recordings, settings and other data will be lost. Lost data cannot be restored.

LINEAR PCM RECORDER

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Resume function

The unit has resume function. When started up, the unit is located to the position (time) where it left off when shut down previously.

If the Playback (7) button is pressed after start-up, the file the unit was playing when shut down (standby) previously starts to be played from the position (time) where the unit left off when shut down.

NOTE

The required data are stored in the SD card. The resume function does not work if the card is exchanged or formatted.

Setting the date and time

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

1. Press the MENU button to open the

2. Turn the DATA dial to select / button to open the .

The

OTHERS

screen opens.

screen.

OTHERS

, and press the DATA dial or

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3. Turn the DATA dial to select dial or / button.

The

DA TE/TIME

4. Press the DATA dial or the . and / buttons to move the cursor, and turn the DATA dial to change the value.

5. Press the MENU button or . button to confirm the change and return to the

NOTE

You can set the unit to automatically add the date to file names. (See “Setting the format of file names” on page 88.)

CAUTION

•

The date and time setting can only be maintained for a few minutes if the battery power becomes low and the unit is not powered by a TASCAM PS-P515U AC adaptor (sold separately) or USB cable. When using batteries, replace them before they completely lose power.

screen opens.

OTHERS

DA TE/TIME

screen.

, and press the DATA

Inserting and removing SD cards

Inserting the SD card

1. Open the SD card slot/USB port cover on the right side of the unit.

2. Insert the SD Card into the slot as shown in the following illustration until it clicks into place.

Removing the card

1. Open the SD card slot/USB port cover on the right side of the unit.

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3 – Preparation

Unprotected Protected

2. Press the SD card in gently and then release it to allow it to come out.

CAUTION

•

Do not remove the SD card from the unit during recording, playback or at other times when it is being accessed.

•

Do not remove the SD card from the unit when it is connected to a computer by USB.

•

SD cards that meet SD or SDHC standards can be used with this unit.

•

A list of SD cards that have been confirmed to work with this unit can be found on our website (http://tascam.com/).

SD card write protection switches

SD cards have protect switches that prevent writing new data to them.

If you slide the protect switch to the LOCK position, file recording and editing is not possible. Move the switch to the unlocked position in order to record, erase and otherwise edit data on the card.

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3 – Preparation

Preparing an SD card for use

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

CAUTION

•

When formatting a card, the unit should be operating on AC power supplied through the PS-P515U adaptor (sold separately), USB bus power supplied from a computer, or batteries with sufficient remaining power.

•

Formatting a card erases all the data on it.

1. Confirm that an SD card is installed and turn the power ON.

2. The following confirmation pop-up message appears when a new card or a card formatted for use with another device is installed in the unit.

3. Press the DATA dial to start formatting.

4. When formatting ends, the Home Screen opens. You can also reformat the card in this unit at any time.

Camera connection and attachment

In order to output the sound from this unit to a DSLR camera and monitor sound from the camera with this unit, you must connect them with commercially-available φ3.5mm stereo mini plug cables.

1. If you want to record audio from this unit with a camera, connect the CAMERA OUT jack on the left side of this unit with the external mic input on the camera.

If you want to input audio from the camera and monitor it with

this unit, connect the CAMERA IN jack on the left side of this unit with the audio output jack on the camera.

DSLR camera

Audio output jack

External mic input jack

NOTE

Refer to the camera’s operation manual for information about the connector on the camera.

2. Use the CAMERA OUT volume control on the left side of the unit to adjust the level output to the camera.

3. To monitor the camera audio input to this unit using headphones, turn monitoring on using the the

REC SETTING

40.)

4. To mount the camera on this unit, use the camera attachment screw on the top of the unit

screen. (See“Enabling monitoring” on page

MONITOR

item on

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Headphones

Powered monitor speakers or

Connecting monitors and headphones

To listen with headphones, connect them to the PHONES jack. To listen with an external monitoring system (powered monitor

speakers or an amplifier and speakers), connect it to the LINE OUT jack.

amplifer and speakers

Monitoring

By enabling the monitoring function, you can monitor the input signals when the unit is stopped using headphones, for example. Moreover, by connecting this unit’s CAMERA IN jack with the camera line output, you can check the sound being recorded by the camera.

Enabling monitoring

1. Press the MENU button to open the

2. Turn the DATA dial to select dial or / button to open the

3. Turn the DATA dial to select or / button.

4. Turn the DATA dial to turn monitoring of the input signal on or off.

Options:

5. When finished, press the stop (8) [HOME] button to return to the Home Screen.

OFF, ON

(default value)

REC SETTING

MONITOR

, and press the DATA dial

screen.

, and press the DATA

screen.

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Selecting the monitored signal

1. When the Home Screen is open and the unit is stopped, paused, in recording standby or recording, press the MONITOR SELECT button to open a pop-up menu where you can select which signal to monitor.

Stereo recording mode 4-channel recording mode

2. Turn the DATA dial to select which signal to monitor.

Option Meaning

MIX Monitor a mix of channels 1–4. MIX Main Monitor the dual recording mode main file. MIX Sub Monitor the dual recording mode sub file. CH12 Monitor a mix of channels 1–2. CH34 Monitor a mix of channels 3–4. CAMERA IN Monitor the CAMERA IN jack signal. CH1 Monitor the channel 1 input sound.

CH1 Main

CH1 Sub

CH2 Monitor the channel 2 input sound.

CH2 Main

Monitor the dual recording mode main file left channel.

Monitor the dual recording mode sub file left channel.

Monitor the dual recording mode main file right channel.

Option Meaning

CH2 Sub

CH3 Monitor the channel 3 input sound.

CH3 Main

CH3 Sub

CH4 Monitor the channel 4 input sound.

CH4 Main

CH4 Sub

NOTE

The monitoring options depend on the recording mode setting.

3. When finished selecting the monitoring signal, press the DATA dial or MONITOR SELECT button to return to the Home Screen.

NOTE

When

CAMERA IN

through the PHONES jack, but the level meters will show the input sound according to the recording mode.

Monitor the dual recording mode sub file right channel.

Monitor the dual recording mode main file left channel.

Monitor the dual recording mode sub file left channel.

Monitor the dual recording mode main file right channel.

Monitor the dual recording mode sub file right channel.

is selected, you can monitor the input sound

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This unit can record sound from external microphones and external audio devices, including CD players.

The unit can be set to record audio files in WAV or BWF (44.1/48/96kHz, 16/24-bit) format.

Marks added when recording to Broadcast Wave Format (BWF) can be used with software that supports this format, for example.

This recorder has five recording modes, including dual recording, which allows the same input signals to be recorded at two different levels, and 4-channel recording.

Selecting file format, sampling frequency, and maximum file size

Select the audio file type that you want to record before you start recording.

1. Press the MENU button to open the

2. Turn the DATA dial to select dial or / button to open the

REC SETTING

screen.

, and press the DATA

screen.

3. Turn the DATA dial to select / button.

Set the file format with the Turn the DATA dial to one of the

following options.

Options:

NOTE

BWF is a format created for broadcasting that has the same sound quality as the standard WAV format. It also uses the same “.wav” file extension as WAV files. In this manual, we distinguish these file types by using the terms BWF and WAV.

4. Press the DATA dial or . button to show settings.

5. Turn the DATA dial to select / button.

Set the sampling frequency with the Turn the DATA dial to one

of the following options.

Options:

6. Press the DATA dial or . button to show settings.

BWF 16bit, BWF 24bit, WAV 16bit

value),

WAV 24bit

4 4 .1 k

(default value),

FORMAT

, and press the DATA dial or

SAMPLE

, and press the DATA dial or

48k, 96k

(default

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Microphones

7. Turn the DATA dial to select / button.

Set the maximum file size with the Turn the DATA dial to one of

the following options.

Options:

NOTE

•

If the maximum set file size is exceeded during recording, the unit will automatically continue recording in a new file.

•

Depending on the file format, the amount of recording time will differ for the same file size. The amount of recording time is shown on the right of the setting value (in parentheses).

8. When finished making the setting, press the stop (8) [HOME] button to return to the Home Screen.

64M, 128M, 256M, 512M, 1G, 2G

SIZE

, and press the DATA dial or

. (default value)

Preparing the recording inputs

Connecting microphones

Connect microphones to this unit’s 1/L , 2/R and/or 3-4 connectors. Point the mics at the sound source and place the unit in a stable

location where there is little vibration.

Stereo Microphones

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Recording an external device (LINE IN)

Use stereo plug cables to connect to the output of an external audio device.

Other audio equipment or external sound source

CAUTION

•

Reduce the output level of the external audio device if the input sound is distorted even when reducing the input gain level on the unit.

•

When an external audio device with a fixed output line level is connected, it would be impossible to control the gain level appropriately because of excessively large input signals. In such cases, use the headphone jack or other level-controllable output for connection to the unit.

Setting the input types

Set the 1/L and 2/R input switches on the front of the unit according to the types of equipment connected to them.

LINE:

Use this setting when connecting line output jacks of external devices to the analog inputs of this recorder.

MIC:

Use this setting when connecting mics to the recorder.

MIC+PHANTOM:

Use this setting when connecting condenser mics that require phantom power (+24V or +48V) to the recorder.

When you set it to MIC+PHANTOM, a pop-up message appears confirming that you want to turn phantom power on. (See “Using phantom power” on page 45. )

Use the

SYSTEM

“Setting the phantom power voltage” on page 86. )

screen to set the voltage to +24V or +48V. (See

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CAUTION

Depending on this setting, the input level setting range changes. For this reason, the input level might change greatly when this setting is changed. Before changing it, you should turn the power OFF or turn the output level all the way down.

Using phantom power

When stopped, if you change the 1/L or 2/R input switch on the front of the unit to MIC+PHANTOM, a pop-up message appears confirming that you want to turn phantom power on.

When the confirmation pop-up message opens, press the DATA dial to turn phantom power on for the 1/L connector or 2/R connector and supply phantom power (+24V or +48V) to the connected mic.

To close the confirmation pop-up message without turning phantom power on, change the input switch to LINE or MIC.

Use the

SYSTEM

“Setting the phantom power voltage” on page 86. )

NOTE

Battery power will be consumed faster when set to +48V than when set to +24V.

screen to set the voltage to +24V or +48V. (See

CAUTION

•

Turn phantom power ON only when using a condenser microphone that requires phantom power.

•

Supplying phantom power to some types of ribbon microphones could break them. Do not supply phantom power to a ribbon microphone if you are in doubt.

•

When using USB bus power, the unit might not be able to supply phantom power depending on the computer. In this case, use a TASCAM PS-P515U AC adaptor (sold separately).

•

Some condenser microphones will not operate when phantom power is set to +24V.

•

Do not connect or disconnect the AC adaptor when using phantom power. Doing so could damage this device.

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Using plug-in power

The plug-in power function can be turned on when an external mic that requires it is connected to the 3-4 jack.

1. Press the MENU button to open the

2. Turn the DATA dial to select / button to open the

3. Turn the DATA dial to select / button to open the SYSTEM screen.

4. Turn the DATA dial to select DATA dial or / button.

5. Turn the DATA dial to turn plug-in power ON (default value:

OFF

6. When finished making the setting, press the stop (8) [HOME] button to return to the Home Screen.

CAUTION

•

When connecting a dynamic mic or external mic that has its own battery, set could be damaged.

•

When using a mic to record, use headphones for monitoring. If you use speakers for monitoring, the sound output from the speakers could be picked up by the mic, resulting in its unwanted recording or feedback noise.

PLUGIN POWER

OTHERS

screen.

OTHERS

, and press the DATA dial or

screen.

SYSTEM

, and press the DATA dial or

PLUGIN POWER

OFF

. If ON, the connected mic

, and press the

Adjusting the input level

Before starting recording, the input level should be adjusted to prevent the recorded sounds or signals from being distorted due to excessively large input signals or from being inaudible due to excessively low input signals compared to noise.

In addition to manual adjustment, the unit has the following three level adjustment functions: peak reduction, automatic level control, and limiter. Any of these can be used as required. (See “Using the limiter” on page 48. )

TIP

In addition to adjusting the INPUT level, try changing the distance and angle between the microphone and the sound source. The angle and distance of the microphone can also change the character of the recorded sound.

1. Press the MENU button to open the

2. Turn the DATA dial to select DATA dial or / button to open the

3. Turn the DATA dial to set the the DATA dial or / button.

Ch1 INPUT SETTING screen

screen.

INPUT SETTING

GAIN

for each channel, and press

, and press the

INPUT SETTING

screen.

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4. Turn the DATA dial to set the mic input gain. Options:

NOTE

•

Ch3/4

and

•

The should be set according to the input level.

If you are not sure which setting to use, try level is too low even after adjustment, return to the

SETTING

HIGH

•

The limiter function can be set and changed even during recording standby and when recording.

5. When finished making the setting, press the stop (8) [HOME]

button to return to the Home Screen.

6. Press the record (0) button to begin recording standby.The

record indicator flashes red and the recording screen appears.

LOW

(default value),

has only two mic input gain options—

HIGH

LOW, MID

and

HIGH

settings change the input gain, and

screen and set it to

MID, HIGH

MID

. If the level is still too low, set it

LOW

(default value)

LOW

first. If the input

INPUT

7. Use the 1/L, 2/R and 3-4 knobs on the front of the unit to adjust the input levels.

If the input levels are too high, the peak indicators to the left of

the 1/L, 2/R and 3-4 knobs light red.

A b mark is provided at –12 dB on the level meters. Set the

input level so that the indicator bars move to and fro with this mark at about the center without causing the 1/L knob, 2/R knob, 3-4 knob PEAK indicator to light red when the loudest sounds occur.

CAUTION

During mic input, this lights if distortion occurs in the analog circuitry. During line level input, this does not light even if distortion occurs in the analog circuitry.

NOTE

To monitor the sound while adjusting the input levels or recording, connect headphones to the PHONES jack.

Use the PHONES jack volume control to adjust the monitoring level. Changing the monitoring volume does not affect the recorded sound.

8. When finished making the setting, press the stop (8) [HOME] button to exit recording standby.

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Using the limiter

When the limiter is on, the mic input gain will be adjusted automatically according to the input level to set the recording level so that distortion does not occur even when loud sounds are input.

1. Press the MENU button to open the

2. Turn the DATA dial to select DATA dial or / button to open the

3. Turn the DATA dial to select the DATA dial or / button.

Ch1 INPUT SETTING screen

4. Turn the DATA dial to set the limiter for mic input.

Options Explanation

OFF (default value) MONO Limiter on only for selected channel

LINK

5. When finished making the setting, press the stop (8) [HOME] button to return to the Home Screen.

Limiter off

Limiter on for both selected and linked channels

screen.

INPUT SETTING

LIMITE R

INPUT SETTING

for a channel, and press

, and press the

screen.

CAUTION

•

Distortion might occur if the input sound is too loud even when the limiter is on. In such a case, lower the input level or increase the distance between the unit and the sound source.

•

During mic input, this lights if distortion occurs in the analog circuitry. During line level input, this does not light even if distortion occurs in the analog circuitry.

NOTE

•

The icon appears on the recording screen when the limiter is on for any channel (when set to

•

The limiter function can be set and changed even during recording standby and when recording.

•

When you change the 1Ch (2Ch) limiter setting from

LINK

the setting of the other channel will be changed to match,

so a confirmation pop-up message appears.

Pop-up message when changing from

•

The Ch3/4 When set to has excessive input. When set to channels in the pair when either has excessive input.

MONO

and

LINK

MONO

, the limiter only affects the channel that

MONO

LINK

MONO

LINK

limiter settings affect both channels.

LINK

, the limiter affects both

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Using the low-cut filter

The low cut filter can reduce noise such as offensive wind noise from air-conditioners and projectors.

1. Press the MENU button to open the

2. Turn the DATA dial to select DATA dial or / button to open the

3. Turn the DATA dial to select the

DATA

dial or / button.

Ch1 INPUT SETTING screen

4. Turn the DATA dial to select the cut off frequency of the low cut filter for mic input.

Options:

5. When finished making the setting, press the stop (8) [HOME] button to return to the Home Screen.

CAUTION

•

The low-cut filter cannot be used with line input.

•

Use headphones to monitor when you are recording with a microphone. If you use speakers to monitor, the sound output from the speakers may also be recorded, causing a poor recording and even feedback.

NOTE

The low-cut function can be set and changed even during recording standby and when recording.

OFF

(default value),

screen.

INPUT SETTING

LOW CUT

INPUT SETTING

for a channel, and press

40Hz, 80Hz, 120Hz

, and press the

screen.

Overview of recording modes

This recorder has five recording modes. Use the

REC MODE

recording mode. The settings available are different for each recording mode.

MONO mode

This is a mode for mono recording.

STEREO mode (default value)

This is a mode for stereo recording of two independent left and right channels.

DUAL MONO mode

This mode uses one input source to create files at two different input levels (set on be recorded.

DUAL ST mode

This mode uses one input source to create files that two different input levels (set on will be recorded.

4CH mode

This mode records 4 external inputs in two pairs as two stereo files.

item on the

INPUT SETTING

REC MODE

screen to set the

screen). Two mono files will

screen). Two stereo files

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Recording (MONO/STEREO recording)

Make recording settings

1. Press the MENU button to open the

2. Turn the DATA dial to select or / button to open the

3. Turn the DATA dial to select or / button.

4. Turn the DATA dial to set it to

STEREO

mono recording stereo recording

5. Press the DATA dial or . button to select the other item.

6. Turn the DATA dial to select / button.

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screen.

REC MODE

MONO

SOURCE

, and press the DATA dial

screen.

, and press the DATA dial

STEREO

, and press the DATA dial or

(default value:

7. Turn the DATA dial to select the input source.

REC MODE SOURCE (options) Explanation

CH1 Channel 1 mono recording

MONO

STEREO

8. Press the DATA dial or . button to select the other item.

9. If

REC MODE

decoding.

To use a mid-side mic, turn the DATA dial to select

and press the DATA dial or / button.

10. Turn the DATA dial to set the decoding mode when using a mid-side mic.

Options Explanation

OFF Record in ordinary stereo mode.

REC

MONITOR

11. When finished making the setting, press the stop (8) [HOME] button to return to the Home Screen.

CH2 Channel 2 mono recording CH3 Channel 3 mono recording CH4 Channel 4 mono recording

CH1/2

CH3/4

is set to

STEREO

Use to decode while recording. Playback is conducted without decoding.

Record mid-side mic output without decoding for decoding later. Use this mode to monitor when recording with a mid-side mic.

Use this also when playing back mid-side files that were recorded without decoding.

Channel 1 and 2 stereo recording

Channel 3 and 4 stereo recording

, you can also set MS mic

MS MODE

4 – Recording

TASCAM_0001.WAV

Set where to save the file

Set the folder where recorded files are saved. The created sound file will be saved in the currently selected folder.

For details, see page 66.

If no setting is made, new recording files are placed in the “MUSIC” folder.

SELECT

quick menu under “Folder operations” on

Starting the recording

1. Press the record (0) button to begin recording standby.

mono recording stereo recording

The screen shows the recording file name, the input source,

the recording audio file type and sampling frequency. Please confirm that these are as desired before starting recording.

2. To start recording, press the record (0) button again.

mono recording stereo recording

When recording starts, the indicator lights continuously, and the

display shows the elapsed recording time and the remaining recording time.

3. Press the stop (8) [HOME] button to end recording and create the audio file.

To pause recording, press the record (0) button. Press

the record (0) button or play(7) button again to restart recording in the same file.

If you press the stop (8) [HOME] button after pausing

a recorded audio file up to the moment that you paused recording is created.

NOTE

To avoid recording of the noise from pressing the record (0) button, the start of recording is delayed by 0.3 second (fixed) after the record (0) button is pressed. (REC DELAY)

File names when recording in MONO/STEREO

1: Set with the 2: Recording file base number

WORD

item on the

FILE NAME

screen

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Simultaneously recording two files at different input levels (DUAL REC)

This recorder can simultaneously record a second recording at a different input level along with the regular recording. For example, when recording with microphones, you can make an ordinary recording with the input level set as high as possible and simultaneously record at a slightly lower input level for safety.

Two recorded files (one with higher input level and one with lower input level) are saved individually

NOTE

Make the input level setting for the ordinary recording in the usual manner (See “Preparing the recording inputs” on page 43 and “Adjusting the input level” on page 46.).

Enabling dual recording

1. Press the MENU button to open the

2. Turn the DATA dial to select or / button to open the

3. Turn the DATA dial to select or / button.

4. Turn the DATA dial to set it to

Dual mono recording Dual stereo recording

5. Press the DATA dial or . button to select the other item.

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REC MODE

DUAL MONO

screen.

, and press the DATA dial

screen.

, and press the DATA dial

DUAL ST

6. Turn the DATA dial to select / button.

7. Turn the DATA dial to select the input source.

REC MODE SOURCE (options) Explanation

CH1

0dB

CH2

CH3

CH4

CH1/2

CH3/4

DUAL MONO

DUAL ST

8. Press the DATA dial or . button to select the other item.

9. Turn the DATA dial to select or / button.

10. Turn the DATA dial to set the input gain level of the other recording.

Range:

11. Press the D ATA dial or . button to select the other item.

–1 2 d B

(default value:

SOURCE

, and press the DATA dial or

Channel 1 dual mono recording

Channel 2 dual mono recording

Channel 3 dual mono recording

Channel 4 dual mono recording

Channel 1/2 dual stereo recording

Channel 3/4 dual stereo recording

DUAL LVL

, and press the DATA dial

-6dB

)

12. If

REC MODE

decoding.

To use a mid-side mic, turn the DATA dial to select

and press the DATA dial or / button.

13. Turn the DATA dial to set the decoding mode when using a mid-side mic.

Options Explanation

OFF Record in ordinary stereo mode.

REC

MONITOR

14. When finished making the setting, press the MENU button to return to the MENU screen. Press the DATA dial or . button to select the other item.

15. Turn the DATA dial to select DATA dial or / button to open the

is set to

DUAL ST

Use to decode while recording. Playback is conducted without decoding.

Record mid-side mic output without decoding for decoding later. Use this mode to monitor when recording with a mid-side mic.

Use this also when playing back mid-side files that were recorded without decoding.

, you can also set MS mic

INPUT SETTING

, and press the

INPUT SETTING

MS MODE

screen.

4 – Recording

18. When finished making the setting, press the stop (8) [HOME] button to return to the Home Screen.

Starting dual recording

Press the record (0) button to start dual recording. During dual recording, the recording screen appears as follows.

Dual mono recording Dual stereo recording

In the input source display area of the recording screen, the input levels of the current input source and the dual recording are shown.

16. Turn the DATA dial to select / button.

17. Turn the DATA dial to set this value according to the distance of the mic connected to the channel.

Range:

0ms

(default value) to ±

DELAY

, and press the DATA dial or

150ms

(in 1ms increments)

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ASCAM_0002S12.WAV

Dual recording file names

Dual recording allows two files to be recorded simultaneously. The name of the second file created by dual recording has the file name of the ordinary recording. the input level has been lowered.

ASCAM_0002S34D12.WAV

1: Set with the 2: Recording file base number 3: S is the source file

4: Assigned channels (12 is channels 1/2 and 34 is channels 3/4) 5: This dual recording file was recorded with the input level set to

-12dB. (This would be at -10dB, for example.)

WORD

item on the

D06

if recorded at -6dB or

DXX

shows the amount that

FILE NAME

screen

DXX

D10

if recorded

added to

Recording 4 channels

You can connect external mics or other equipment to record four independent channels as two stereo recording files (channels 1/2 and 3/4).

Making 4-channel recording settings

1. Press the MENU button to open the

2. Turn the DATA dial to select or / button to open the

3. Turn the DATA dial to select or / button.

4. Turn the DATA dial to select

5. Press the DATA dial or . button to select the other item.

6. Turn the DATA dial to select or / button.

Set the CH1 and CH2 mic inputs.

Options:

7. Press the DATA dial or . button to select the other item.

8. When using mid-side mics, turn the D ATA dial to select

MODE 1/2

button.

STEREO

(default value),

MS MODE 3/4

screen.

REC MODE

4CH

CH1/2 IN

, and press the DATA dial or /

, and press the DATA dial

screen.

, and press the DATA dial

CH1 MUTE, CH2 MUTE

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9. Turn the DATA dial to set the decoding mode when using a mid-side mic.

Options Explanation

OFF Record in ordinary stereo mode.

REC

MONITOR

10. When finished making the setting, press the MENU button to return to the

11. Turn the DATA dial to select DATA dial or / button to open the INPUT SETTING screen.

12. Turn the DATA dial to select / button.

13. Turn the data dial to set the value according to the distance between mics.

Range:

Use to decode while recording. Playback is conducted without decoding.

Record mid-side mic output without decoding for decoding later. Use this mode to monitor when recording with a mid-side mic.

Use this also when playing back mid-side files that were recorded without decoding.

screen.

0ms

(default value) to ±

INPUT SETTING

DELAY

, and press the DATA dial or

150ms

, and press the

(in 1ms increments)

NOTE

•

If the mics (channels 1/2 and channels 3/4) are far apart from each other, a time delay could occur when recording. Use the

DELAY

•

14. When finished making the setting, press the stop (8) [HOME]

setting to eliminate this time delay when recording.

The

DELAY

standby and when recording.

button to return to the Home Screen.

setting can be changed even during recording

Starting 4-channel recording

1. Press the record (0) button to begin recording standby.

NOTE

Before you start recording you can confirm the recording audio file format and sampling frequency at the top of the recording screen, as well as the input sources on the left and the recording project name beneath the meter bars.

2. Press the record (0) button again to start recording.

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TASCAM_0002S12.WAV

File names when recording in 4-channel

In 4-channel recording, a set of two files is created—one for the external mics connected to channels 1 and 2 and one for the external device or stereo mic connected to channels 3/4.

ASCAM_0002S34.WAV

1: Set with the WORD item on the 2: Recording file base number 3: S is the source file 4: Assigned channels (12 is channels 1/2 and 34 is channels 3/4)

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FILE NAME

screen

Recording automatically (AUTO REC)

This function allows the unit to respond to input sound levels and start and pause recording, as well as set marks and create new files, for example.

1. Press the MENU button to open the

2. Turn the DATA dial to select or / button to open the

3. Turn the DATA dial to select / button.

4. Turn the DATA dial to set the automatic recording mode.

OFF (default value): Off MARK: Sets marks automatically during recording PAUSE: Automatically pauses during recording TRK INC: Automatically creates new files during recording

5. Press the DATA dial or . button to select the other item.

6. Turn the DATA dial to select dial or / button.

7. Turn the DATA dial to set the start level, which is the level that the unit recognizes as an input signal.

Options:

8. Press the DATA dial or . button to confirm the setting and return to item selection.

9. Turn the DATA dial to select dial or / button.

–6d B, –1 2 d B

(default value),

screen.

AUTO REC

MODE

START LEVEL

END LEVEL

, and press the DATA dial

screen.

and press the DATA dial or

, and press the DATA

–2 4 d B, –48dB

, and press the DATA

4 – Recording

10. Turn the DATA dial to set the

END LEVEL

, which is the level

that the unit recognizes as no input signal.

Options:

–6d B, –1 2 d B, –2 4 d B

(default value),

–48dB

11. Press the D ATA dial or . button to select the other item.

12. Turn the DATA dial to select

END DELAY

, and press the DATA

dial or / button.

13. Turn the DATA dial to set the of time after the

Options:

END LEVEL

1sec

–

5sec

END DELAY

, which is the amount

is reached until recording stops.

(default value)

14. When finished making the setting, press the stop (8) [HOME] button to return to the Home Screen.

15. Press the record (0) button to put the unit into recording standby.

Recording starts automatically when the input signal exceeds

the

START LEVEL

16. The recording mode changes according to the setting of the MODE.

MARK: The unit adds marks when the input signal level

falls below the

END DELAY

becomes higher than the

END LEVEL

for more than the

time and when the input signal level

START LEVEL

again.

PAUSE: The unit pauses recording (resumes recording

standby) when the input signal level falls below the

END LEVEL

for more than the

END DELAY

time.

TRK INC: The unit pauses recording (resumes recording

standby) when the input signal level falls below the

END LEVEL

for more than the

END DELAY

time. When the input signal level becomes higher than the

START LEVEL

again, it starts recording to a

new file.

17. Press the stop (8) [HOME] button to stop automatic recording.

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By using this in combination with the PRE REC function, you can record events without losing the beginnings of sounds.

CAUTION

•

When the AUTO REC function is on the self-timer function cannot be used.

•

A new file cannot be created if the total number of folders and files would exceed 5000.

•

Files shorter than two seconds cannot be created. Moreover, if the sampling frequency is 96 kHz, files shorter than four seconds cannot be created.

•

If the name of a newly created file would be the same as that of an existing file, its number will be increased by one.

NOTE

•

You can also add marks manually. (See “Adding marks manually to a recording” on page 59. )

•

You can also manually start a new file in the middle of recording. (See “Adding marks automatically to a recording” on page 59. )

•

When a new file is created, the number at the end of the filename is increased by one.

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4 – Recording

Creating and changeover to a new file during continued recording (Track increment)

You can manually or automatically split a recording by creating a new file. (Track increment)

Manual track increment during recording

You can manually split a recording by creating a new file.

1. Press the / button while recording.

NOTE

When new files are created, incremental numbers are added to the end of each project name.

CAUTION

•

A new file cannot be created if the total number of files and folders would exceed 5000.

•

Files shorter than two seconds cannot be created. If the sampling frequency is 96kHz, files shorter than four seconds cannot be created.

•

If the name of a newly created file would be the same as that of an existing file, the number will be incremented until the new file has a unique name.

Automatic track increment by file size

Without pausing recording, a new file can be created automatically during recording when a file size set in advance is exceeded.

1. Press the MENU button to open the

2. Turn the DATA dial to select dial or / button to open the

3. Turn the DATA dial to select / button.

4. Turn the DATA dial to set the maximum file size at which track increment takes place, by selecting (highlighting) from the following:

Options:

5. When finished making the setting, press the stop (8) [HOME] button to return to the Home Screen.

CAUTION

A new file cannot be created if the total number of files and folders would exceed 5000.

NOTE

Depending on the file format, the same maximum file size will have different recording lengths.

64M, 128M, 256M, 512M, 1G, 2G

screen.

REC SETTING

SIZE

, and press the DATA dial or

, and press the DATA

screen.

(default value)

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Mark function

Adding marks manually to a recording

You can manually add marks to a recording where you want them.

1. Press the DATA dial while recording to add a mark. Mark number pull-up appears.

NOTE

•

Mark information is stored in the file with numbers between

01–99

. The maximum number of marks in a file is 99.

•

Marks added to BWF format WAV files by this unit during recording are stored in the file. These marks can be used when playing back the file using software or equipment that supports the BWF format.

Adding marks automatically to a recording

This function allows the unit to add marks automatically using

REC

On the

AUTO REC

See “Recording automatically (AUTO REC)” on page 56.

screen, set the

MODE

item to

MARK

AUTO

Moving to a mark position

You can move to marks in the currently selected file when stopped or playing back.

You can use this function to identify points to create shortcuts to the beginning of songs, for example.

1. Press the . or / button while pressing and holding the

DATA dial during playback or when stopped.

NOTE

You cannot move to a mark in a different file.

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4 – Recording

Recording the moment before pushing RECORD (PRE REC)

By using prerecording, when the unit is in recording standby you can record up to two seconds of the signal input before the record (0) button is pushed to start recording.(PRE REC)

1. Press the MENU button to open the

2. Turn the DATA dial to select dial or / button to open the

3. Turn the DATA dial to select or / button.

4. Turn the DATA dial to turn the pre-recording function ON (default value:

OFF

5. When finished making the setting, press the stop (8) [HOME] button to return to the Home Screen.

TIP

By using this in combination with the AUTO REC function, you can record events without losing the beginnings of sounds.

NOTE

•

If recording is started less than two seconds after entering record standby, the sound since entering recording standby will be recorded.

•

If you turn the pre-recording function on, turn the recording delay function off.

REC SETTING

PRE REC

, and press the DATA dial

screen.

, and press the DATA

screen.

Delaying the start of recording (REC DELAY)

You can delay the start of recording by about 0.3 seconds (fixed time) from when you press the record (0) button.

Use this function to avoid recording the sound of pressing the record (0) button.

1. Press the MENU button to open the

2. Turn the DATA dial to select dial or / button to open the

3. Turn the DATA dial to select dial or / button.

4. Turn the DATA dial to set the recording delay function to ON (default value:

5. When finished making the setting, press the stop (8) [HOME] button to return to the Home Screen.

NOTE

If you turn the recording delay function on, turn the pre-recording function off.

OFF

REC SETTING

REC DELAY

, and press the DATA

screen.

, and press the DATA

screen.

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4 – Recording

Self-timer function

Like a camera, the unit has a self-timer to trigger the start of recording after a set period of time.

1. Press the MENU button to open the

2. Turn the DATA dial to select dial or / button to open the

3. Turn the DATA dial to select dial or / button.

4. Turn the DATA dial to set the amount of time until recording starts.

Options:

5. When finished making the setting, press the stop (8) [HOME] button to return to the Home Screen.

6. Press the record (0) button to enter recording standby.

The self-timer icon appears in the recorder status screen, and

time is shown on the right.

7. Press the record (0) or play (7) button.

Recording will start after the set time period.

NOTE

•

This function cannot be used when recording is paused in the middle of recording.

•

Self-timer function is not possible when using the AUTO REC function.

OFF

(default value),

REC SETTING

SELF TIMER

2sec, 10sec

screen.

, and press the DATA

screen.

, and press the DATA

Using the auto tone function

The auto tone function can be used to automatically add a tone at the beginning and ending of recording.

By connecting the the audio input of a camera, you can record the same tone in both files. These tones can be used to align audio and video recordings in media editing software.

1. Press the MENU button to open the

2. Turn the DATA dial to select dial or / button to open the

3. Turn the DATA dial to select dial or / button.

4. Turn the DATA dial to set when the tone signal is inserted.

Options:

5. When finished making the setting, press the stop (8) [HOME] button to return to the Home Screen.

CAMERA OUT

OFF

(default value),

HE AD +TAIL

jack on the left side of the unit to

screen.

REC SETTING

AUTO TONE

HEAD

(both start and of recording)

, and press the DATA

screen.

, and press the DATA

(start of recording only),

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4 – Recording

Setting auto tone length

You can set the length of the auto tone.

1. Press the MENU button to open the MENU screen.

2. Turn the DATA dial to select dial or / button to open the

3. Turn the DATA dial to select dial or / button.

4. Turn the DATA dial to set the length of the tone.

Options:

5. When finished making the setting, press the stop (8) [HOME] button to return to the Home Screen.

0.5sec, 1sec

REC SETTING

TONE SECS

(default value),

, and press the DATA

screen.

, and press the DATA

2sec, 3sec

Adding slate tones

When enabled, you can press the SLATE button on the front of the unit during recording to add a slate tone whenever you like to the recording file.

The SLATE button is disabled by default in order to prevent accidental operation. Follow the procedures below to enable the SLATE button.

For details about connecting a DSLR camera to this unit, see “Camera connection and attachment” on page 39.

1. Press the MENU button to open the

2. Turn the DATA dial to select dial or / button to open the

3. Turn the DATA dial to select dial or / button.

4. Turn the DATA dial to enable the SLATE button.

Options:

5. When finished making the setting, press the stop (8) [HOME] button to return to the Home Screen.

NOTE

To prevent accidental operation, the SLATE button will not function if pressed continuously.

DISABLE

(default value),

REC SETTING

SLATE KEY

, and press the DATA

ENABLE

screen.

, and press the DATA

screen.

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4 – Recording

Recording duration

The table below shows the maximum recording time on SD/SDHC cards of different capacities for different file formats for recording.

File format (recording setting)

44.1kHz 1:41 3:22 6:44 13:28

WAV/BWF 16bit (STEREO)

WAV/BWF 24bit (STEREO)

p The recording times shown above are estimates. They might differ depending on the SD/SDHC card in use. p The recording times shown above are not continuous recording times, but rather they are the total possible recording times for the SD/

SDHC card.

p If recorded in mono in WAV files, the maximum recording time will be double the figures above. p For dual and 4-channel recording in WAV/BWF format, the recording times are about half those shown above.

48kHz 1:33 3:06 6:12 12:24 96kHz 0:46 1:33 3:06 6:12

44.1kHz 1:07 2:15 4:30 9:00 48kHz 1:02 2:04 4:08 8:16 96kHz 0:31 1:02 2:04 4:08

SD/SDHC card capacity (hours:minutes) 1GB 2GB 4GB 8GB

TASCAM DR-60D

5 – Working with Files and Folders (BROWSE screen)

On the

BROWSE

Folder, which contains the audio files, on the SD card.

TIP

If you connect the DR-60D with a computer by USB, or mount the SD card on a computer using a card reader or other input, you can change the folder structure within the and erase files from the computer as you would the contents of a hard drive. Furthermore, you can change file names from the computer.

To open the

MENU screen. Turn the DATA dial to select DATA dial or / button.

The contents of the folder that contains the file that was selected on the Home Screen before the on the display.

screen, you can view the contents of the

BROWSE

Screen, press the MENU button to open the

BROWSE

Screen was opened appears

Screen navigation

On the BROWSE Screen, folders and music files appear in a hierarchical structure much like they would appear on a computer. On the DR-60D, folders can only be used to two levels.

p Turn the DATA dial to select files and folders. p When a folder is selected, press the / button to show the

contents of that folder.

Mu sic

MUSIC

Folder

, and press the

p When a file or folder is selected, press the . button to exit

the currently open folder and go to a higher level in the folder structure.

p When a file or folder is selected, press the QUICK button to

open the quick menu pop-up window.

p When a file is selected, press the DATA dial to return to the

Home Screen and play that file.

This folder that contains this file becomes the current folder, and

new recorded file will be saved in this folder. If the playback area has been set to area.

p When a file is selected, press the / button to load that file

and return to the Home Screen.

The folder that contains this file becomes the current folder, and

new recorded files will be saved in this folder. If the playback area has been set to playback area.

p When a folder is selected, press the D ATA dial to return to the

Home Screen. The first file in the folder (shown at the top of the file list) will be played.

This folder becomes the current folder, and new recorded files

will be saved in this folder. Regardless of the previous setting, the playback area is set to new playback area.

FOLDER

, this folder becomes the new playback

FOLDER

, this folder becomes the new

FOLDER

, and this folder becomes the

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5 – Working with Files and Folders (BROWSE screen)

Icons on the BROWSE screen

The meanings of icons that appear on the BROWSE Screen are as follows.

Root Music Folder (MUSIC)

The MUSIC Folder is the highest (root) level folder in the hierarchy shown on the

Audio file

This icon appears before the names of music files.

Plus folder

This icon shows folders that contain subfolders.

Plain folder

This icon shows folders that do not contain subfolders.

Open folder

The contents of the folder marked with this icon currently appear on this screen.

New folder

Create a new folder.

BROWSE

Screen.

File operations

Select the desired audio file on the QUICK button to open the quick menu pop-up window shown below.

Turn the DATA dial to select the item you want from the following list and press DATA dial to execute it.

INFO

Information (date/time, size) about the selected file appears. Press the DATA dial again or press the stop (8) [HOME] button to return to the

BROWSE

screen.

BROWSE

screen, and press the

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5 – Working with Files and Folders (BROWSE screen)

DELETE

A message appears to confirm that you want to delete the selected file.

Press the DATA dial to erase the file and the stop (8) [HOME] button to cancel the deletion operation.

NOTE

If the currently selected file was recorded using dual-recording or four-channel recording, both files recorded at that time will be deleted.

CANCEL

The operation for the selected (highlighted) file is canceled, and the quick menu is closed.

NOTE

The quick menu can also be closed by pressing the QUICK button.

Folder operations

Select the desired folder on the QUICK button to open the quick menu pop-up window shown below.

Turn the DATA dial to select the item you want from the following list and press the DATA dial to execute it.

SELECT

Returns to the Home Screen and selects the first file in the folder. Regardless of the previous setting, the playback area is set to

FOLDER

, and this folder becomes the new playback area. When

recording, files are created in this folder.

ALL DEL

A pop-up message appears to confirm that you want to delete all the files in the selected folder at once.

Press the DATA dial to erase the files or press the stop (8) [HOME] button to cancel.

NOTE

You cannot erase read-only files and files that are not recognized by this unit.

BROWSE

screen, and press the

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5 – Working with Files and Folders (BROWSE screen)

CANCEL

The operation for the selected (highlighted) file is canceled, and The quick menu is closed.

NOTE

The quick menu can also be closed by pressing the QUICK button.

Creating a new folder

In the file list,

Select (highlight) button. A pop-up appears to confirm that you want to create a new folder.

Press the DATA dial to create a new folder or press the stop (8) [HOME] button to cancel.

Note that the unit supports only a two-level folder structure, and accordingly NEW FOLDER does not exist in the second-level folders.

A newly created folder becomes the current one, and new recorded files are saved in this folder. If the playback area has been set to FOLDER, this folder becomes the playback area.

NEW FOLDER

appears at the bottom.

, and press the DATA dial or /

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6 – Playback

On the Home Screen, you can use the . and / buttons to select the playback file. The files that you can select are determined by the playback area setting.

Limiting the playback area makes file selection easier when you have numerous recorded and copied files on the SD card.

On the

PLAY SETTING

FILES on the SD card or the current FOLDER. You can also use the

BROWSE

Screen to set a folder as the playback area.

NOTE

On the

BROWSE

you can select any file on the SD card that you want.

screen, you can set the play area to ALL

Screen, regardless of the playback area setting,

Adjusting playback volume

Use the PHONES and LINE OUT volume controls to adjust the levels output from the PHONES and LINE OUT jacks.

Setting the playback area (AREA)

Set the playback area for repeat and ordinary playback on the

SETTING

1. Press the MENU button to open the

2. Turn the DATA dial to select

3. Turn the DATA dial to select

4. Turn the DATA dial to set the playback area.

ALL FILES:

FOLDER (default value):

screen.

DATA dial or / button to open the

/ button.

Set the playback area as all files in the Music Folder on the SD card.

Set the playback area as all the files in the currently selected folder.

PLAY SETTING

AREA

, and press the DATA dial or

, and press the

PLAY SETTING

screen.

PLAY

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6 – Playback

Playback area

5. When finished making the setting, press the stop (8) [HOME] button to return to the Home Screen.

NOTE

The current playback area setting appears in the upper left of the Home Screen.

Selecting a folder for the playback area (1)

Regardless of the current playback area, if you select a folder on the

BROWSE

Screen, the playback area changes to the selected folder.

1. Press the MENU button to open the

2. Turn the DATA dial to select / button to open the

A file list of the folder that contains the file selected in the Home

Screen is displayed.

3. Use the . or / button to select a folder level, and Turn the DATA dial to select a folder.

For an explanation of how to use the Browse Screen, see “Screen

navigation” on page 64.

BROWSE

screen.

BROWSE

, and press the DATA dial or

screen.

4. Press the QUICK button to open the following quick menu pop-up window.

Turn the DATA dial to select The display returns to the Home Screen. The first file in the

folder is selected, and the unit is stopped.

Regardless of the previous setting, the playback area is set to

FOLDER

, and this folder becomes the playback area. This folder becomes the current folder, and new recorded files will be saved in this folder.

SELECT

, and press the DATA dial.

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6 – Playback

Selecting a folder for the playback area (2)

When the playback area is set to

BROWSE

Screen, the folder that contains the selected file becomes

the playback area.

1. Press the MENU button to open the

2. Turn the DATA dial to select / button to open the

A file list of the folder that contains the file selected in the Home

Screen is displayed.

3. Use the . or / button to select a folder level, and Turn the DATA dial to select the folder that contains the file you want to play.

For an explanation of how to use the

navigation” on page 64.

4. Press the DATA dial or / button.

5. Turn the DATA dial to select the desired file.

FOLDER

BROWSE

, if you select a file on the

screen.

, and press the DATA dial or

screen.

BROWSE

Screen, see “Screen

6. Press the DATA dial to return to the Home Screen and start playback of the selected file. This folder becomes the current folder, and new recorded files will be saved in this folder.

In addition, the folder that contains this file becomes the

playback area regardless of the playback area folder set previously.

Selecting files for playback (skip)

When the Home Screen is open, press the . and / buttons to select the file for playback.

If you press the . button when the playback position is located at the middle of a file, it will return to the beginning of that file. If you press the . button when located at the beginning of a file, the playback position will skip to the beginning of the previous file.

If you press the / button when located at the beginning of or middle of a file, the playback position will skip to the beginning of the next file.

NOTE

•

Only files in the playback area that is currently set can be selected for playback.

•

The track name, file number and other file information for the currently playing file appear on the display.

•

The 8 icon appears on the display when playback is stopped at the beginning of a file, and the 9 icon appears when playback is stopped in the middle of a file (paused).

•

To change files, press the . or / button as many times as necessary.

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6 – Playback

Playback

When the Home Screen is open and playback is stopped, press the

play (7) button to start playback.

NOTE

•

Files in the playback area can be played.

•

You can also choose files for playback by name on the screen.

Pausing

When the Home Screen is open and a file is playing back, press the stop (8) [HOME] button to pause playback at the current position.

Press the play (7) button again to restart playback from that position.

Stopping

When the Home Screen is open and a file is playing back, press the stop (8) [HOME] button to pause playback, and press the stop (8) [HOME] button to return to the beginning of the file.

Rewinding and fast-forwarding (search)

When the Home Screen is open and a file is playing back or stopped, press and hold the . or / button to rewind or fast-forward and search the playback file.

NOTE

Press and hold the . or / button to accelerate the search speed.

BROWSE

Changing the playback position

When the Home Screen is open and playback is stopped or paused, turn the DATA dial to change the playback position.

Playback will be paused after the position is changed.

Repeat playback (REPEAT)

You can repeatedly playback one file or multiple files within a designated area.

1. Press the MENU button to open the

2. Turn the DATA dial to select DATA dial or / button to open the

3. Turn the DATA dial to select / button.

4. Turn the DATA dial to select a repeat mode.

CONTINUOUS (default value):

All files in the playback area are played in sequence one time. (This setting is the ordinary playback mode.)

SINGLE:

The selected file is played once without repeating. The icon appears on the Home Screen.

1 REPEAT:

The current file is played repeatedly. The icon appears on the Home Screen.

screen.

PLAY SETTING

REPEAT

, and press the

PLAY SETTING

, and press the DATA dial or

screen.

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6 – Playback

ALL REPEAT:

All files in the selected playback area are played back repeatedly. The icon appears on the Home Screen.

5. When finished making the setting, press the stop (8) [HOME] button to return to the Home Screen.

Moving back a few seconds for replay (jump-back playback)

Press the play (7) button during playback to move back a few seconds (adjustable) and restart playback. (Jump-back playback).

If you find a favorite passage of music or lyrics during playback, press the play (7) button to go back a few seconds and replay that passage.

The jump-back time is set as a

1. Press the MENU button to open the

2. Turn the DATA dial to select DATA dial or / button to open the

3. Turn the DATA dial to select or / button.

4. Turn the DATA dial to set the jumpback time in seconds.

Options:

5. When finished making the setting, press the stop (8) [HOME] button to return to the Home Screen.

OFF, 1 SE C. – 10 SE C., 20 S EC., 30 S EC.

value:

3sec

JUMPBACK

PLAY SETTING

JUMPBACK

)

setting.

screen.

, and press the

PLAY SETTING

, and press the DATA dial

screen.

(default

Playback of files recorded using dual recording

When playing back a file that has been made using dual recording, the track status display is shown as light letters on a dark background.

Press the MONITOR SELECT button during playback to switch between monitoring of the two files created using dual recording.

NOTE

Press tte DATA dial to finds the files by the first 11 characters of file names. If file names are changed, this function will not work.

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7 – QUICK button operations

Features of the QUICK button

The QUICK button serves for the following purposes.

p When the Home Screen is open and the unit is stopped or

paused, press this button to open the quick menu pop-up window where you can delete or divide the current file, use the level alignment function, which increases the overall sound pressure, use the playback equalizer and set the mic input gain.

Quick menu when stopped or paused

During playback, the quick menu pop-up window includes level

alignment, playback EQ settings.

When in recording standby or recording, the quick menu

pop-up window includes mic input gain settings.

Quick menu during playback on the Home Screen

p On the

NOTE

Actions of the QUICK button for different screens and states are as follows.

Screen State Quick menu contents

Home Screen

BROWSE

operations for the selected file of folder. (See “File operations” on page 65 and “Folder operations” on page 66.)

mic input gain settings.

The QUICK button does nothing when the

SETTING

Stop/ Pause

Playback

Recording Standby/

Recording

screen Operations for the selected file of folder

screen, the quick menu pop-up window includes

MIXE R

screen, the quick menu pop-up window includes

and other setting screens are open.

Delete/divide file, level align, playback EQ and mic input gain

Level align, playback EQ and mic input gain

Mic input gain

MENU, OTHERS, REC

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7 – QUICK button operations

Screen State Quick menu contents

screen,

OTHERS

screen,

Other settings screens

MIXE R

screen Mic input gain

No function

Opening the quick menu

When the Home Screen is open, press the QUICK button to open the quick menu pop-up window.

The contents of this screen depend on the state of the unit at the time when the QUICK button is pressed.

p When the Home Screen is open and the unit is stopped or

paused, the following functions can be selected.

Quick menu when stopped or paused

DELETE:

The current file can be deleted. (See “Deleting the selected file (Quick Delete)” on page 75.)

DIVIDE:

The current file can be divided. (See “Dividing the selected file (DIVIDE)” on page 75.)

LEVEL ALIGN:

The perceived overall sound pressure can be increased to enhance listenability. (See “Increasing the perceived overall sound pressure to enhance listenability (Level Alignment)” on page 77.)

PLAY EQ:

Choose an EQ setting that you like to make the playback sound better. (See “Using the playback equalizer” on page

78.)

CH1 GAIN, CH2 GAIN, CH34 GAIN:

Use to set the mic input gain for that input. (See “Setting mic input gain with the quick menu” on page 78.)

p When the Home Screen is open during playback, the level

alignment and playback EQ functions can be selected.

Quick menu during playback on the Home Screen

p When the Home Screen is open in recording standby or when

recording, the quick menu pop-up window includes mic input gain settings. (See “Setting mic input gain with the quick menu” on page 78.)

Quick menu when recording or in recording standby

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7 – QUICK button operations

Closing the quick menu

Press the QUICK button to close the quick menu pop-up window.

Deleting the selected file (Quick Delete)

The currently selected file can be deleted without using the BROWSE screen.

1. To delete a file, select it using the . or / button.

2. Open the Quick menu screen by pressing the QUICK button while the Home Screen is open when stopped.

3. Turn the DATA dial to select

4. Push the DATA dial to open a pop-up message confirming deletion of the file.

5. Push the DATA dial to delete the file and return to the Home Screen. Push the stop (8) [HOME] button to cancel deletion and return to the Home Screen.

NOTE

If the currently selected file was recorded using dual-recording or four-channel recording, both files recorded at that time will be deleted.

DELETE

Dividing the selected file (DIVIDE)

A recorded file can be divided into two at a specified position.

1. Select a file to be divided using the . or / button or the

BROWSE

screen.

2. While the Home Screen is open when stopped, press the QUICK button to show the Quick menu screen.

3. Turn the DATA dial to select

4. Press the DATA dial to open the

5. Turn the DATA dial to set the position for file division, and press the record (0) button.

The following confirmation pop-up message appears.

DIVIDE

screen.

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7 – QUICK button operations

6. Press the DATA dial to divide the file and return to the Home Screen.

Or press the stop (8) [HOME] button to return to the

screen without dividing the file.

NOTE

•

When the button and set the divide position while playing the file.

•

When the button for playback, the Stop (8) [HOME] button to pause, the . button to jump to the beginning of a file and the / button to jump to the end of a file. You can also turn the DATA dial to make fine adjustments to the divide position.

•

After dividing a file, two new files with ”a” and ”b” added to the end of the original file name are created.

(4-channel recording file example) File names before dividing TASCAM_0003S12.wav TASCAM_0003S34.wav File names after dividing TASCAM_0003aS12.wav (part before division point) TASCAM_0003aS34.wav (part before division point) TASCAM_0003bS12.wav (part after division point) TASCAM_0003bS34.wav (part after division point)

•

If the currently selected file was made using dual-recording or four-channel recording, both files recorded at that time will be divided.

DIVIDE

screen is open, you can press the play (7)

DIVIDE

screen is open, you can use the Play (7)

DIVIDE

CAUTION

•

If the SD card has insufficient open space, division might not be possible.

•

Division is not possible if the file name would become more than 200 characters long.

•

Division is not possible if a file that already exists has the same name as the name that would be given to a new file created by division.

TIP

Add marks during recording at positions where you want to divide a file. (See “Mark function” on page 59.)

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7 – QUICK button operations

Increasing the perceived overall sound pressure to enhance listenability (Level Alignment)

If the playback sound is very small and indiscernible, the perceived overall sound pressure can be increased to enhance listenability. (Level Alignment)

1. When the Home Screen is open and the unit is stopped or playing back, press the QUICK button to open the quick menu pop-up.

2. Turn the DATA dial to select

When stopped During playback

3. Press the DATA dial to open a pop-up menu where you can turn the level align function on or off.

LEVEL ALIGN

When stopped

4. Turn the DATA dial to select ON, and press the DATA dial to confirm the setting and return to the Home Screen (default value: OFF).

When on, the icon appears on the Home Screen during

playback.

When off, the icon appears on the Home Screen during

playback.

NOTE

The level alignment function may not be able to achieve sufficient effect depending on the source of the sound

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7 – QUICK button operations

Using the playback equalizer

You can select an equalizer setting that makes playback sound better to you.

1. When the Home Screen is open and the unit is stopped or playing back, press the QUICK button to open the quick menu pop-up.

2. Turn the DATA dial to select

When stopped During playback

3. Press the DATA dial to open a pop-up menu where you can set the playback equalizer.

4. Turn the DATA dial to select the playback equalizer setting that you want to use, and press the DATA dial to turn the equalizer on and return to the home screen (default value: OFF).

When on, the icon appears on the Home Screen during

playback.

When off, the icon appears on the Home Screen during

playback.

PLAY EQ

When stopped

Setting mic input gain with the quick menu

1. Press the QUICK button when stopped, paused, in recording standby or recording on the Home Screen or when the screen is open to show the quick menu.

2. Turn the DATA dial to select the mic input gain setting for the desired channel, and press the DATA dial to open the mic input gain pop-up menu.

3. Turn the DATA dial to select the mic input gain setting, and press the DATA dial to set it.

4. Press the QUICK button to return to the previous screen.

NOTE

If you change the mic input gain setting using the quick menu, the

GAIN

item on the

SETTINGS

screen will also be changed.

MIXE R

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8 – Mixer

This recorder has a mixer function that allows you to set the stereo balance and volume level for each channel.

Making mixer settings

1. From the Home Screen, press the MIXER button to open the

MIXE R

screen.

Mono/dual mono mode

Stereo/dual stereo mode

4-channel mode

2. Turn the DATA dial to select the item you want to change.

3. Press the DATA dial to open the setting name and value in a pop-up window at the top right.

4. Turn the DATA dial to change the setting value.

Item Setting range Operation details

PAN L12–C–R12

LVL 0–100

OFF Record in ordinary stereo mode.

REC

MS MODE

MON

Adjusts left-right balance (L12 (left)–C (center)–R12 (right)) Volume level (0 (min.)–100 (max.))

Use to decode while recording. Playback is conducted without

decoding. Record mid-side mic output without

decoding for decoding later. Use this mode to monitor when recording with a mid-side mic.

Use this also when playing back mid-side files that were recorded without decoding.

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8 – Mixer

5. Press the DATA dial to return to the previous screen where you can select the next setting that you want to adjust.

NOTE

•

The mixer can be used when the unit is stopped, paused, playing back, in recording standby and recording.

•

Even when the button to start playback and the stop (8) [HOME] button to pause playback.

•

If the

MS MODE

REC MODE

•

The

MS MODE

MIXE R

screen is open, you can use the play (7)

item is changed, it will also be changed on the

screen.

cannot be changed when recording.

Using the MS decoder

When using MS mics to record, you have two decoding options. You can decode the input sound as you record or you can record as is and decode during playback. The following explanation uses channels 1 and 2. If the mid-side mics are connected to channels 3 and 4, however, use the same procedures but substitute channels 3 for 1 and 4 for 2.

Decoding the input sound as you record

1. Connect MS mics to the 1/L connector and 2/R connector. Connect the mid mic to the 1/L connector and the side mic to

the 2/R connector.

Decoding cannot be conducted properly if the mid and side

mics are connected in reverse.

2. On the

NOTE

3. Set If

REC MODE

4CH

is selected on the

not be shown and does not need to be set.

MS MODE

4CH

Is selected on the

REC

screen, set the

, and set the

REC

SOURCE

REC MODE

CH1/2

screen, the

screen, set

SOURCE

MS MODE 1/2

STEREO, DUAL

item will

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8 – Mixer

4. Start recording to record a decoded MS signal.

NOTE

You can also set the

MS MODE

REC

on the

MIXE R

screen.

Decoding the playback sound

1. Select a file that was recorded by MS mics with

OFF

2. When the Home Screen is open, press the MIXER button to open the

3. Set

MIXE R

MS MODE

screen.

MON

4. Start playback to decode during playback.

MS MODE

set to

MS decoder settings

When the

PAN

width of the sound. To decode while recording, open the

standby. To decode the signal during input, set

the signal during playback, set

At 0, mid is 100%. As the number increases, the amount of side signal increases.

MS MODE

item changes to

on the

MIXE R

WIDE

screen is set to

, which allows you to adjust the stereo

MIXE R

screen during recording

MS MODE

MON

REC

Item Setting range Operation details

WIDE 0–100 Adjusts the width of the sound

MON

. To decode

, the

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9 – Connecting with a computer

By connecting this unit with a computer using the USB cable, you can transfer audio files on the SD card in the unit to a computer, as well as transfer audio files on the computer to the SD card in the unit.

WAV: 44.1/48/96kHz, 16/24-bit BWF: 44.1/48/96kHz, 16/24-bit

Computer

USB

Mini-B USB plug

NOTE

•

Instead of using USB to connect the DR-60D and a computer, you can also conduct the same operations by removing the SD card from the DR-60D and connecting it directly to a computer that has a built-in SD card slot or by using a card reader.

•

The file extension used for both WAV and BWF file formats is “.wav”.

CAUTION

•

When connected by USB and set to of the recorder are disabled.

•

The unit should be connected directly with the computer instead of via a USB hub.

STORAGE

, the other functions

When the unit is connected through USB after being turned on, or when the unit is turned on after being connecting through USB, the

USB SELECT

or data transmission through USB.

Turn the DATA dial to select to connect the unit with the computer for data transmission. The message of USB connected appears in the display.

Make sure that the SD card is inserted properly.

NOTE

If the USB cable is connected to the unit when batteries has been installed, the power is supplied from the USB port (USB bus power prioritized).

If an SD card is not properly inserted before making the USB connection,

This unit appears on the computer screen as external volume named “DR-60D”.

screen appears to choose between bus power supply

STORAGE

Can't Save Data

, and press the DATA dial

appears on the screen.

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9 – Connecting with a computer

Transferring files to a computer

1. Click the “DR-60D” drive on the computer screen to show the “MUSIC” and “UTILITY” folders.

2. Open the “MUSIC” folder and drag and drop the files that you want to transfer to the computer to destinations of your choice.

Transferring files from a computer

1. Click the “DR-60D” drive on the computer screen to show the “MUSIC” and “UTILITY” folders.

2. Drag and drop files on the computer that you want to transfer to the unit to the “MUSIC” folder.

TIP

•

You can manage the “MUSIC” folder from the computer.

•

You can create subfolders in the “MUSIC” folder up to the second level for use with this unit. The DR-60D cannot recognize subfolders and audio files on the third level or below.

•

Since you can set the DR-60D to only play the contents of a specific folder, you can organize files into genres, artists or other categories as you like.

•

If you name the subfolders and music files, these names will appear on the Home screen or

BROWSE

screen of this unit.

Disconnecting from a computer

Before disconnecting the USB cable, use the proper procedures for your computer to unmount the DR-60D (as an external drive). The power turns off (standby) after disconnecting the USB cable.

See the computer’s operation manual for instructions about how to unmount an external drive.

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10 – Settings and Information

Viewing Information (INFORMATION)

Use the

INFORMATION

about your DR-60D.

1. Press the MENU button to open the

2. Turn the DATA dial to select / button to open the

3. Turn the DATA dial to select DATA dial or / button to open the

INFORMATION

The

INFORMATION

4. Turn the DATA dial to change the open page.

The pages show the following information.

FILE (1/3)

Shows information about the currently loaded file.

CARD (2/3)

Shows the use status of the currently inserted SD card.

SYSTEM (3/3)

Shows the unit’s system setting information and firmware version.

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Screen to view various types of information

screen.

OTHERS

screen.

screen contains the following three pages.

, and press the DATA dial or

screen.

INFORMATION

, and press the

FILE (1/3)

page of the

NOTE

If the currently loaded audio file is one of a pair of files created with dual recording or four-channel recording, there will be two FILE pages.

File information page

The

FILE (1/3)

selected file.

WAV/BWF

This shows the audio file format. For both WAV and BWF files, bit length, stereo/mono and

sampling frequency (Hz) are shown.

TITLE

This shows the file name.

DATE

Date of file creation

SIZE

File size

page shows information about the currently

10 – Settings and Information

Card information page

The

CA RD (2/3)

SD card.

TOTAL MUSIC

Shows the number of playable files contained by the Music Folder.

TOTAL FOLDER

Shows the total number of folders in the Music Folder.

TOTAL SIZE

Shows the total SD card capacity.

REMAIN SIZE/USED SIZE

Shows the amount of unused/used capacity on the SD card. Press the . or / button to switch between

and

USED SIZE

page shows the status of the currently inserted

RE MAIN SIZE

System information page

The

SYSTEM (3/3)

system settings and firmware version.

AUTO PWR SAVE

This shows the time set for the automatic power saving function.

BACKLIGHT

Shows the automatic backlight OFF setting.

BATTERY

Shows the battery type options.

System Ver.

Shows the system firmware version.

page shows information about the DR-60D’s

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10 – Settings and Information

System Settings and Formatting (SYSTEM)

From the optimize the device for your use environment and other requirements. You can also initialize the unit and format the SD card.

1. Press the MENU button to open the

2. Turn the DATA dial to select

3. Turn the DATA dial to select

The following settings can be made for the items on the

Use the . or / button and the + or − button to set each

Use the activity or operation until the unit turns off (enters standby) automatically.

SYSTEM

Screen, you can change various settings to

screen.

OTHERS

/ button to open the

SYSTEM

screen.

item.

OTHERS

SYSTEM

, and press the DATA dial or

screen.

SYSTEM

, and press the DATA dial or

screen.

Setting the automatic power saving function

AUTO PWR SAVE

Options:

OFF

value),

item to set the amount of time without

(automatic power saving is disabled, default

3min, 5min, 10min, 30 min

Setting the backlight

Use

BACKLIGHT

turns OFF after the last operation when powered by the internal battery.

Options:

to set the time until the backlight automatically

OFF

(turned off), 5

sec, 30 sec, ALWAYS

sec

(factory setting), 10

(always on)

sec, 15

Adjusting the display contrast

Use

CONTRAST

to adjust the display contrast.

Options: 1–20 (factory setting: 5)

Setting the type of AA batteries

Use

BATTERY TYPE

using. This setting is used to show the amount of remaining battery charge and determine if the unit has enough power for normal operation.

Values:

to set the type of the AA batteries that you are

ALKAL

(alkaline batteries, default),

metal hydride batteries)

Ni- M H

(nickel-

Setting the phantom power voltage

Use the

PHANTOM VOLT

power supplied when external mics that require it are connected.

Options:

NOTE

Battery power will be consumed faster when set to +48V than when set to +24V.

item to set the voltage of the phantom

+24V, +48V

(factory setting)

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10 – Settings and Information

Restoring the factory settings

Use the

INITIALIZ E

to their factory settings.

1. Turn the DATA dial to select dial or / button to highlight

2 Press the DATA dial button again to open a confirmation

pop-up window.

3 Press the DATA dial button to initialize the unit. Press Stop (8)

[HOME] button to cancel initialization.

item to restore the various settings of this unit

INITIALIZ E

Exec

, and press the DATA

Using QUICK FORMAT

Using

QUICK FORMAT

ically creates new “MUSIC” and “UTILITY” folders as well as the “dr-1. sys” file that is necessary to use the SD card with the DR-60D.

1. Turn the DATA dial to select DATA dial or / button to highlight

2 Press the DATA dial button to open a pop-up confirmation

window.

3 Press the DATA dial button to execute the quick formatting, or

press the Stop (8) [HOME] button to cancel formatting.

erases all music files on the card and automat-

QUICK FORMAT

, and press the

Exec

Using FULL FORMAT

Use the

FULL FORMAT

Full formatting checks the memory for errors while formatting, so it takes more time than quick formatting.

Using

FULL FORMAT

cally creates new “MUSIC” and “UTILITY” folders as well as the “dr-1. sys” file that is necessary to use the SD card with the DR-60D.

1. Turn the DATA dial to select dial or / button to highlight

2 Press the DATA dial button to open a pop-up confirmation

window.

3 Press the DATA dial button to execute the full formatting, or

press the Stop (8) [HOME] button to cancel formatting.

CAUTION

When formatting a card, the unit should be operating on AC power supplied through the PS-P515U adapter (sold separately), USB bus power supplied from a computer, or batteries with sufficient remaining power. If the power fails during formatting, the formatting may not occur correctly.

item to completely format the SD card.

erases all music files on the card and automati-

FULL FORMAT

Exec

, and press the DATA

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10 – Settings and Information

Setting the format of file names

You can select the format of names given to files recorded by this unit.

1. Press the MENU button to open the

2. Turn the DATA dial to select / button to open the

3. Turn the DATA dial to select dial or / button to open the

Use the . or / button and turn the DATA dial to set each

item.

On this screen you can make the following settings for each

item.

OTHERS

screen.

OTHERS

, and press the DATA dial or

screen.

FILE NAME

, and press the DATA

FILE NAME

screen.

File name format

The

TYPE

item can be set to either

WORD

(default setting) or

DATE

WORD:

When set to of each file name.

WORD

, a 6-character file name is used as the beginning

Example: TASCAM_0001S12.wav

DATE:

The date is used as the file name (in yymmdd format).

Example: 110101_0000.wav

NOTE

The date is set using the unit’s internal clock. (See “Setting the date and time” on page 37.)

Setting the WORD item

To set the cursor, and turn the DATA dial to select the character. In addition to the alphabet and numbers, the following characters can be used:

! # $ % & ' ( ) + , - . ; = @ [ ] ^ _ ` { } ~

WORD

item, use the . and / buttons to move the

Resetting the number (COUNT)

Select

COUNT INIT

The next file created after this will have the number “0001” after the characters set using the

, and press the DATA dial button to execute it.

WORD

item.

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11 – Using the REMOTE jack

This unit has a REMOTE jack to which you can connect a TASCAM RC-3F footswitch-type remote control or TASCAM RC-10 wired remote control (both sold separately) that can be used to operate the unit.

Footswitch (TASCAM RC-3F)

Footswitch TASCAM RC-3F (sold separately)

Setting footswitch operation

Use the

REMOTE

setting screen to make footswitch settings.

1. Press the MENU button to open the

2. Turn the DATA dial to select / button to open the

OTHERS

3. Turn the DATA dial to select / button to open the

REMOTE

screen.

OTHERS

, and press the DATA dial or

screen.

REMOTE

, and press the DATA dial or

screen.

4. Turn the DATA dial to select

CONTROLLER

, and press the DATA

dial or / button.

5. Turn the DATA dial to select

6. Use the . button or D ATA dial to select

RC-3F

. (default value:

MODE

, and press the

RC-3F

)

DATA dial or / button.

7. Turn the DATA dial to select Options:

MODE

PLAY

(default value),

REVIEW

FOOT SW L C R

MODE

RECORD1, RECORD2, RECORD3

PLAY REW PLAY/STOP FWD RECORD1 STOP REC/PAUSE INC RECORD2 STOP REC/PAUSE MARK RECORD3 STOP REC/PAUSE SLATE

REVIEW FLASH

PLAY/STOP (Play while pressed)

FWD

INC: Track incrementing function MARK: Mark function FLASH: Jump-back playback

(All other functions are the same as using the buttons on the unit.)

8. When finished making the setting, press the Stop (8) [HOME]

button to return to the Home Screen.

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11 – Using the REMOTE jack

Using the footswitch

Press a pedal on the footswitch to operate the unit. The function of each pedal corresponds to the assignment shown on the screen.

REMOTE

Remote control (TASCAM RC-10)

Wired remote control TASCAM RC-10 (sold separately)

Setting the wired remote control

Make wired remote control settings on the

1. Press the MENU button to open the

2. Turn the DATA dial to select / button to open the

3. Turn the DATA dial to select / button to open the

4. Turn the DATA dial to select dial or / button.

OTHERS

REMOTE

CONTROLLER

REMOTE

screen.

, and press the DATA dial or

screen.

, and press the DATA dial or

screen.

, and press the DATA

5. Turn the DATA dial to set

RC-3F

6. When finished making the setting, press the Stop (8) [HOME] button to return to the Home Screen.

CONTROLLER

R C-1 0

Using the wired remote control

Press the function buttons (F1 - F4) on the wired remote control to use the function assigned on the

REMOTE

screen.

Overview of mode functions

MODES

- - - SLATE

Function buttons F1 F2 F3 F4

Backlight Always ON/ Backlight OFF

MonitorSelect +MonitorSelect

(default value:

−

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12 – Messages

The following is a list of the popup messages that might appear on the DR-60D under certain conditions. Refer to this list if one of these popup messages appears and you want to check the meaning or determine a proper response.

Message Meaning and response

File Name ERR

Dup File Name

File Not Found The file either cannot be found or could be damaged. Check the file using a computer.

Non-Supported

Battery Empty The battery is almost out of power. Replace the AA batteries.

MBR Error Init CARD

Format Error Format CARD

File Not Found Make Sys File Invalid SysFile Make Sys File Invalid Card Change Card

The DIVIDE function would cause the file name to exceed 200 characters. The DIVIDE function adds “a” or “b” to the end of the original file name. Before choosing the DIVIDE function, connect the unit to a computer and edit the file name to less than 198 characters.

The DIVIDE function would cause the file name to be the same as that of an existing file. The DIVIDE function adds “a“ or “b” to the end of the original file name. Before choosing the DIVIDE function, connect the unit to a computer and edit the file name.

The audio file is not a supported format. Please see "9 – Connecting with a computer" for file formats that this unit can use.

The card is not formatted properly or the formatting is broken. Change the card or press the DATA dial when this message appears to format the card in FAT format.

CAUTION: Execution of FAT formatting erases all data currently on the card. The FAT formatting of the card is abnormal or broken. This message also appears if you FAT formatted the card

using a computer connected by USB and if a new card is inserted in the unit. Always use the DR-60D to conduct FAT formatting of cards to be used with it. Change the card or press the DATA dial when this message appears to format the card in FAT format.

CAUTION: Execution of FAT formatting erases all data currently on the card. The system file is missing. This unit requires a system file for operation. When this message appears, press the DATA

dial to automatically create a system file. The system file required to operate this unit is invalid. When this message appears, press the DATA dial to automati-

cally create a system file.

Something might be wrong with the SD card. Change the SD card.

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12 – Messages

Message Meaning and response

Write Timeout

Card Full The SD card has no remaining capacity. Erase unnecessary files or move them to your computer to make open space. Layer too Deep Folders can be created down to two layers. You cannot create a new folder inside the current folder.

Can't Divide The position selected for divide is not suitable (too close to the beginning or end of a file).

Max File Size The file is larger than the designated size.

File Full The total number of folders and files exceeds 5000. Erase unnecessary files or move them to your computer.

Card Error The SD card could not be handled properly. Replace the SD card.

File Protected The file is read only and cannot be erased.

No Card No SD card is in the unit. Install a recordable SD card.

No PB File There is no file that can be played back. The file might be damaged.

No Audio File DIVIDE cannot be executed because there is no audio file.

Writing to the SD card timed out. Backup files on the SD card to your computer, and format the SD card.

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Message Meaning and response

Not Continued File Error Can't Save Data Player Error Device Error Writing Failed Sys Rom Err Remote Cmd Remote Rx 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

If any of these errors occurs, turn the unit’s power off and restart it. If the power cannot be turned off, remove the batteries, disconnect the TASCAM PS-P515U AC adaptor (sold separately), and/or disconnect the USB cable for bus power supply. If the error message continues to appear frequently, please contact a TASCAM Customer Support (see the back cover for details).

12 – Messages

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13 – Troubleshooting

If you are having trouble with the operation of this unit, please try the following before seeking repair. If these measures do not solve the problem, please contact the store where you bought the unit, an authorized distributor or a TASCAM Customer Support (see the back cover for details).

Power will not turn ON.

•

Confirm that the batteries are not dead.

•

Confirm that the batteries are installed with the correct ¥/^ orientation.

•

Confirm that the TASCAM PS-P515U AC adaptor (sold separately) is firmly connected to both the socket and the unit.

•

Confirm that the USB cable (if used for USB bus power supply) is firmly connected.

•

Confirm that the USB cable (if used for USB bus power supply) is not connected via a USB hub.

The unit does not function.

•

Confirm that the HOLD switch is not set in the direction of the arrow.

•

Is the unit connected to a PC with the USB cable? (Is USB connected shown on the display?)

The SD card is not recognized.

•

Confirm that the SD card is inserted completely.

Playback does not work.

•

Confirm that the sampling frequency of the WAV file is supported by this unit.

No sound is output.

•

Is the monitoring system connected correctly?

•

Is the volume of the monitoring system minimized?

•

Is the OUTPUT LEVEL setting of the unit minimized?

Recording does not work.

•

If you are using an external device, check the connection again.

•

Check the input settings again.

•

Confirm that the input level is not too low.

•

Confirm that the SD card is not full.

•

Confirm that the number of files has not reached the maximum that the unit can handle.

The input level is low.

•

Confirm that the input level setting is not too low.

•

Confirm that the output level of a connected external device is not too low.

The source I am trying to record sounds distorted.

•

Is the input level set too high?

The playback sounds unnatural.

•

Check the playback equalizer setting.

•

Is the level align function active?

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I cannot erase a file.

•

Confirm that you are not trying to erase a file that has been copied from a computer after being write-protected.

This unit’s files do not appear on the computer.

•

Confirm that the unit is connected to the computer using its USB port.

•

Confirm that USB hubs are not used.

•

Confirm that the unit is not recording or in recording standby mode.

13 – Troubleshooting

TASCAM DR-60D

14 – Specifications

Ratings

Recording media

SD card (64MB – 2GB) SDHC card (4GB – 32GB)

File system

WAV: 44.1/48/96 kHz, 16/24-bit BWF (Broadcast Wave Format): 44.1/48/96 kHz, 16/24-bit

Number of channels

4 channels (stereo x 2)

Inputs and outputs

Analog audio input and output

1/L connector, 2/R connector (phantom power supported)

Connector: XLR-3-31 (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD) φ6.3mm (1/4”) standard TRS Jack (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND) Input switch set to MIC or MIC+PHANTOM Input impedance: 2kΩ Phantom power: 48V±4V(10mA/CH) or 24V±4V(10mA/CH) Maximum input level: 0dBu Minimum input level: −72dBu

Mic input gain (input level knob at maximum) LOW: +11dB MID: +36dB HIGH: +52dB Input switch set to LINE Input impedance: 10 kΩ or higher Standard input level: +4 dBu Maximum input level: +24 dBu

3-4 jack (supports plug-in power)

Connector: φ3.5mm (1/8”) stereo mini jack Input impedance: 10 kΩ Maximum input level: +10 dBV Minimum input level: −50 dBV Mic input gain (input level knob at maximum) LOW: +3dB HIGH: +26dB

CAMERA IN jack

Connector: φ3.5mm (1/8”) stereo mini jack Input impedance: 10 kΩ Standard input level: −10 dBV Maximum input level: +6 dBV

CAMERA OUT jack

Connector: φ3.5mm (1/8”) stereo mini jack Output impedance: 200 Ω Standard output level: −50 dBV Maximum output level: −30 dBV

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14 – Specifications

PHONES jack

Connector: φ3.5mm (1/8”) stereo mini jack Maximum output: 50 mW + 50 mW

LINE OUT jack

Connector: φ3.5mm (1/8”) stereo mini jack Output impedance: 200 Ω Standard output level: −10 dBV Maximum output level: +10 dBV

Note) Maximum output level: level at which a digital full-scale (0 dBFS)

signal can be input without distorting when you adjust the input knob

Standard output level: level at which a standard level (–20 dBFS) signal can be input when you adjust the input knob

Control input and output

USB jack

Connector: USB Mini-B Type Format: USB 2.0 HIGH SPEED mass storage class

REMOTE jack

Connector: φ2.5mm TRS Jack

Audio performance

Frequency response

20-20kHz +0.5/−2dB

(LINE IN or MIC IN to LINE OUT, Fs44.1k/48kHz, JEITA) 20-40kHz +0.5/−3dB(LINE IN or MIC IN to LINE OUT, Fs96kHz, JEITA)

Distortion

0.02% or less

(LINE IN or MIC IN to LINE OUT, Fs44.1k/48k/96kHz, JEITA)

S/N ratio

92dB or more (LINE IN or MIC IN to LINE OUT, Fs44.1k/48k/96kHz, JEITA)

Equivalent input noise

–120dBu or more

Note) JEITA: Conforming to JEITA CP-2150

Computer compatibility

For the latest information on compatible operating systems, check the TASCAM website (http://tascam.com/).

Windows

Pentium 300 MHz or faster 128 MB or more memory USB port (USB 2.0 recommended)

Macintosh

Power PC, iMac, G3, G4 266MHz or faster 64 MB or more memory USB port (USB 2.0 recommended)

TASCAM DR-60D

14 – Specifications

Recommended USB host controller

Intel chipset

Supported operating systems

Windows: Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8 Macintosh: Mac OS X 10.2 or later

Other specifications

Power

Four AA batteries (Alkaline or Ni-MH) USB bus power supplied from a computer AC adaptor (TASCAM PS-P515U, sold separately) External battery pack designed for this unit (TASCAM BP-6AA, sold

separately)

Power consumption

5.4W(maximum)

Battery operation time (continuous operation)

When using Alkaline batteries (EVOLTA)

Format

Recording 2-channel

44.1kHz/16-bit WAV files

Continuous operating time (hours: minutes)

About 2:30

Note

MIC + PHANTOM (48V) input selected

Recording 2-channel

44.1kHz/16-bit WAV files

When using Ni-MH batteries (eneloop)

Format

Recording 2-channel

44.1kHz/16-bit WAV files

Recording 2-channel

44.1kHz/16-bit WAV files

When using Ni-MH batteries (eneloop pro)

Format

Recording 2-channel

44.1kHz/16-bit WAV files

Recording 2-channel

44.1kHz/16-bit WAV files

About 4:30

Continuous operating time (hours: minutes)

About 3:15

About 5:00

Continuous operating time (hours: minutes)

About 3:45

About 6:00

MIC input selected (phantom power not used)

Note

MIC + PHANTOM (48V) input selected

MIC input selected (phantom power not used)

Note

MIC + PHANTOM (48V) input selected

MIC input selected (phantom power not used)

Continuous operating time when using batteries and a TASCAM BP-6AA (sold separately)

When using Alkaline batteries (EVOLTA) and BP-6AA (EVOLTA)

Format

Continuous operating time (hours: minutes)

Note

TASCAM DR-60D

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Recording 2-channel

44.1kHz/16-bit WAV files

Recording 2-channel

44.1kHz/16-bit WAV files

When using NiMH batteries (eneloop) and BP-6AA (eneloop)

Format

Recording 2-channel

44.1kHz/16-bit WAV files

Recording 2-channel

44.1kHz/16-bit WAV files

When using NiMH batteries (eneloop pro) and BP-6AA (eneloop pro)

Format

Recording 2-channel

44.1kHz/16-bit WAV files

Recording 2-channel

44.1kHz/16-bit WAV files

NOTE

When using phantom power, the continuous operating time will become shorter depending on the microphone used.

About 5:30

About 10:30

Continuous operating time (hours: minutes)

About 7:30

About 12:00

Continuous operating time (hours: minutes)

About 9:30

About 14:30

MIC + PHANTOM (48V) input selected

MIC input selected (phantom power not used)

Note

MIC + PHANTOM (48V) input selected

MIC input selected (phantom power not used)

Note

MIC + PHANTOM (48V) input selected

MIC input selected (phantom power not used)

Dimensions (W x H x D)

133 x 93.2 x 78mm / 5.24 x 3.67 x 3.07inches (with the top adapter attached)

Weight

510g / 18(oz) (not including batteries)

Operating temperature range

0 - 40°C (32°F - 104°F)

Dimensional drawings

93.2mm

133mm 78mm

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Illustrations and other depictions may differ in part from the actual product.

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Specifications and external appearance may be changed without notification to improve the product.

TASCAM DR-60D

User registration

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

DR-60D

TEAC CORPORATION

Phone: +81-42-356-9143 http://tascam.jp/ 1-47 Ochiai, Tama-shi, Tokyo 206-8530 Japan

TEAC AMERICA, INC. Phone: +1-323-726-0303 http://tascam.com/ 7733 Telegraph Ro ad, Montebello, California 9064 0 USA

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TEAC EUROPE G mbH Phone: +49 -611-71580 http://tascam.eu/ Bahnstrasse 12, 65205 Wiesbaden-Erbenheim, Germany

user online.

Printed in China

Teac DR-60D User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Quick Start Guide

1 – Introduction

Features

Included items

Conventions used in this manual

Trademarks

About SD cards

Precautions for use

Precautions for installation

Beware of condensation

Cleaning the unit

User registration

2 – Names and functions of parts

Front panel

Left side panel

Right side panel

Rear panel

Top panel

Bottom Panel

Home Screen

Recording Screen

Menu item list

Using menus

Basic operation

3 – Preparation

Powering the unit

Power sources

Using AA batteries

Using an AC adaptor (sold separately)

Using an external battery pack (sold separately)

Using USB bus power

Turning the power on and off (putting it in standby)

Starting up the unit

Shutting down (putting the unit in standby)

Resume function

Setting the date and time

Inserting and removing SD cards

Inserting the SD card

Removing the card

SD card write protection switches

Preparing an SD card for use

Camera connection and attachment

Connecting monitors and headphones

Monitoring

Enabling monitoring

Selecting the monitored signal

4 – Recording

Selecting file format, sampling frequency, and maximum file size

Preparing the recording inputs

Connecting microphones

Recording an external device (LINE IN)

Setting the input types

Using phantom power

Using plug-in power

Adjusting the input level

Using the limiter

Using the low-cut filter

Overview of recording modes

Recording (MONO/STEREO recording)

Make recording settings

Set where to save the file

Starting the recording

File names when recording in MONO/STEREO

Simultaneously recording two files at different input levels (DUAL REC)

Enabling dual recording

Starting dual recording

Dual recording file names

Recording 4 channels

Making 4-channel recording settings

Starting 4-channel recording

File names when recording in 4-channel

Recording automatically (AUTO REC)

Creating and changeover to a new file during continued recording (Track increment)

Manual track increment during recording

Automatic track increment by file size

Mark function