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Tascam DR-100 Owner's Manual

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D01068520A
DR-100
Portable Digital Recorder
O W N E R ' S M A N U A L

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  • Page 1 D01068520A DR-100 Portable Digital Recorder O W N E R ' S M A N U A L...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Precautions

    T E A C Corporation for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. TASCAM DR-100 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.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incor- • rectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type. Excessive sound pressure from earphones and • headphones can cause hearing loss. TASCAM DR-100...
  • Page 4 (plus/minus (+/–) orientation), and install them correctly in the battery compart- ment as indicated. Putting them in backward could TASCAM DR-100 make the batteries rupture or leak, causing fire, injury or stains around them. When you store or dispose batteries, isolate their •...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Adjusting the playback speed (PB CONTROL) Adjusting the playback volume Contents ...25 ...25 ...25 ...26 ...27 ...27 ...27 ...28 ...29 ...30 ...31 ...31 ...32 ...33 ...33 ...33 ...33 ...33 ...33 ...33 ...33 ...34 ...34 ...34 ...36 ...36 ...36 TASCAM DR-100...
  • Page 6 List of popup menu items ...47 11–Messages ... 48 12–Specifications ...50 Audio input ratings ...50 Audio performance ...50 Accessory (sold separately) ...50 Requirements for connected computers Dimensional drawing ...51 TASCAM DR-100 ...37 ...37 ...38 ...39 ...39 ...40 ...40 ...41 ...41 ...42 ...43 ...43 ...43 ..

  • Page 7: 1-Introduction

    Thank you very much for purchasing a TASCAM DR-100 Portable Digital Recorder. Before using your unit, please read this manual carefully so that you will understand the correct operating procedures and be able to use all the functions fully. We hope that you will enjoy using this product for many years to come.

  • Page 8: Recycling The Lithium Ion Battery

    Please contact a TASCAM sales representative ª if you have any questions. Li-ion00 Trademarks, copyrights, and disclaimers TASCAM is a registered trademark of TEAC • Corporation . SDHC logo • is a trademark. Microsoft and Windows are either regis- •...

  • Page 9: Sd Cards

    This unit uses SD cards for recording and playback. A list of SD cards that we have confirmed to work with this unit is provided on our website (http://www.tascam.com/). 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.

  • Page 10: 2-Quick Start Guide

    PS-P520 AC adapter. (See "Using an AC adapter (sold separately)" on page 18 .) Use of a different adapter could cause malfunction, fire or electric shock. TASCAM DR-100 (sold separately) DC plug 2 Insert an SD card. Insert a new SD card or one that has been formatted for use with this unit.

  • Page 11: Prepare To Record

    For detailed information about recording methods and convenient recording functions, see “6–Recording” on page 25. ] key to put the unit in º volume INPUT switch until the meters MIC GAIN ] key to start recording º ª] key to stop recording. TASCAM DR-100...

  • Page 12: Play And Stop Playback

    STOP [ ª For detailed information about playback and convenient playback functions, see “7–Playback” on page 33. TASCAM DR-100 Turn the power off Press and hold the POWER CAUTION Always use the power key to turn the unit power OFF.

  • Page 13: 3-Names And Functions Of Parts

    (See “10–Settings and Information” on page 40.) Use it also to change the playback position in Screen. (See “Using menus” MENU menu. (See “Add QUICK TAG DELETE screen. BROWSE BROWSE ] key Á / π ] key º TASCAM DR-100...

  • Page 14: Right Side Panel

    Connect a PS-P520 AC adapter (sold separately). Do not connect any other type of AC adapter. Front panel TASCAM DR-100 p PB CONTROL key Use to open and close the playback control screen and to turn its functions ON and OFF. (See “Adjusting the playback speed (PB CONTROL)”...

  • Page 15: Rear Panel

    Some tripods use different types of screws, so it might not be possible to attach the unit directly. In such a case, purchase and use a suitable adapter. ! Battery compartment cover SD card slot cover open. to output sound from the built-in TASCAM DR-100...

  • Page 16: Remote Control (Rc-Dr100)

    Press this key briefly to move to the start of the next file. Press and hold this to search a track forward. TASCAM DR-100 @ AA battery compartment This compartment can hold two AA batteries that can power the unit. (See "Using AA batteries” on page 17.)

  • Page 17: 4-Preparation For Use

    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 (AA BATTERY)” on page 45.) TASCAM DR-100...

  • Page 18: Using Both Types Of Batteries Together

    Preparing the remote control Installing the battery 1 Remove the battery holder. TASCAM DR-100 2 Install the coin-shaped lithium ion battery (CR2025) into the holder with the correct +/- orientation. 3 Reinsert the battery holder into the remote control.

  • Page 19: Using The Remote Control

    If the battery should leak, thoroughly clean any residue from inside the battery compartment and install a new battery. When using other devices controlled by infrared rays, use of this remote control might operate these devices by mistake. TASCAM DR-100...

  • Page 20: Turning The Power On And Off

    An SD card is already installed when the unit is shipped from the factory. If you want to use this card to record and play tracks, there is no need to reinstall it. TASCAM DR-100 Removing the card Push the SD card in gently and it should eject. CAUTION •...

  • Page 21: Card Write Protection

    To listen with headphones, connect them to the connector. To listen with an external monitoring system (powered speakers or an audio system), connect it to the LINE OUT switch to to listen to a playing connector. Headphones Powered speakers or audio system TASCAM DR-100...

  • Page 22: 5-Screens And Operation Basics

    Paused π Playing back Á Fast-forwarding  Fast-rewinding Ô TASCAM DR-100 Skipping forward ¯ Skipping backward  6 Level meters When input monitor is OFF, the level of the playback sound is shown. When inputs monitor is ON, the level of the combined input and playback sounds is shown.

  • Page 23: Recording Screen

    To return to the Home Screen, press the key. HOME key to toggle between display of screen to make various settings. key to open the screen. MENU key to ENTER/MARK screen key (or the key) ≤ ENTER/MARK screen, press the key. MENU MENU TASCAM DR-100...

  • Page 24: Basic Operation

    AUTO HOME Confirm operations ENTER/MARK Cancel operations STOP Move left and right keys Â/¯ Change settings Wheel TASCAM DR-100 MENU key Opens the MENU PB CONTROL key Opens the PB CONTROL AUTO key keys Opens the AUTO REC HOME key When any other screen is open, press this to return to the Home Screen.

  • Page 25: 6-Recording

    Point the mics at the sound source and place the unit in a stable location where there is little vibration. If noise is caused by wind, attach the windscreen. 6–Recording screen. Time available for recording connector connectors switch to TASCAM DR-100...

  • Page 26: Recording With External Mics (Xlr)

    +48V NOTE The XLR connector pins are as follows. 1: Ground, 2: Hot, 3: Cold TASCAM DR-100 CAUTION • Do not connect or disconnect mics when the 48V switch is ON. • Connecting a dynamic mic or other mic that does not require phantom power when the +48V switch is on could damage it.

  • Page 27: Adjusting The Input Level

    º ) key again to start recording. º ) key to stop ª STOP ) key or the º RECORD ) key to pause recording. ¥/π ) key or PLAY/ º ) key again to restart recording. This TASCAM DR-100...

  • Page 28: Dividing Files And Creating New Files While Recording

    You can split a recorded file into two files at any position you like. This is convenient for splitting a continuous recording into multiple files. TASCAM DR-100 1 Select the file you want to divide. 2 Press the key to open the...

  • Page 29: Automatic Recording (Auto Rec)

    AUTO REC MARK item. END LEVEL item. START LEVEL key to return to the Home ) key while holding down º value. START LEVEL ) key to stop automatic recording. ª See “Adding TASCAM DR-100...

  • Page 30: Automatically Pausing Recording (Pause)

    AUTO standby. Recording starts automatically when the input signal exceeds the START LEVEL TASCAM DR-100 NOTE • Press the STOP ( • You can also create new files manually. “Dividing a recorded file manually (DIVIDE)” on time page 28.)

  • Page 31: Recording The Moment Before Pushing Record (Pre Rec)

    When input monitoring is ON (and during overdub recording) the PEAK indicator shows the maximum level of the combined input and playback signals. ) key. º screen. MENU , and press the 6–Recording ) key to start ¥/π PLAY/PAUSE TASCAM DR-100...

  • Page 32: Recording An Overdub

    44.1kHz/48kHz 192kbps 44.1kHz/48kHz 256kbps 44.1kHz/48kHz 320kbps 44.1kHz/48kHz TASCAM DR-100 NOTE • You cannot overdub if input monitoring is OFF or the PRE REC function is ON. • When overdub recording, you cannot use the AUTO REC function or start new files manually.

  • Page 33: 7-Playback

    In the case of set the playback area first. (See “Setting the playback area (AREA)” below.) 7–Playback µ key to open the screen. MENU and press the PLAY MODE key. item to one of the following ALL REPEAT TASCAM DR-100...

  • Page 34: Setting The Playback Area (Area)

    "No PLAYLIST" pop-up appears. • You can add files as you like to the playlist. (See “Adding files to the playlist” below.) TASCAM DR-100 Adding files to the playlist (PLAYLIST) 1 Press the screen. 2 Use the wheel to select...

  • Page 35: Changing The Playlist Order (Move)

    ENTER/MARK ) key to ª STOP key to open the screen. MENU MENU , and press the PLAYLIST key. key. ENTER/MARK from the submenu, and press the key to return to the Home Screen TASCAM DR-100...

  • Page 36: Loop Playback (I/O Loop)

    You can adjust the playback speed by up to -50% or +16% of the original value. When doing so, it is possible to change the pitch with the speed or maintain the original pitch. TASCAM DR-100 1 When the Home Screen is open, press and hold PB CONTROL screen.

  • Page 37: 8-Connecting With A Computer

    USB cable to connect this unit with a computer. 8–Connecting with a Computer Transferring files to a computer 1 Click the "DR-100" 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.

  • Page 38: 9-Working With Files And Folders

    , and press the BROWSE key. ENTER/MARK 3 Use the wheel to select a folder, and press the key to open a submenu. ENTER/MARK TASCAM DR-100 Use the µ the folder levels, and press the to open the submenu. screen. MENU Use the wheel to select items on the same folder level.

  • Page 39: Working With Files

    ), and key to add it to the name, ENTER/MARK key to cancel adding a symbol. STOP QUICK from the menu, and press the ENTER/ key to delete the file, or ENTER/MARK ) key to cancel deletion. ª STOP TASCAM DR-100...

  • Page 40: 10-Settings And Information

    Shows the file name. If an MP3 file has ID3 tag title information that information appears. DATE: Date of file creation SIZE: File size TASCAM DR-100 Card information (CARD) screen. MENU , and press the TOTAL MUSIC: Shows the number of playable files contained by the Music Folder.

  • Page 41: Battery Information (Battery)

    MENU MENU , and press INPUT SETTING key. item to MONO key to open the screen. MENU MENU , and press INPUT SETTING key. item to set the low cut filter TASCAM DR-100...

  • Page 42: Using The Auto Gain Control And Limiter (Level Ctrl)

    LIMITER/AUTO unit to NOTE If INPUT is set to LINE, the limiter is activated regard- less of this setting. TASCAM DR-100 Adjusting the playback level (MIX BALANCE) ) or limiter You can adjust the level of the playback sound AUTO when overdub recording and when input monitoring is ON.

  • Page 43: Setting The File Name (Word)

    Values: 1–20 (default is 8) screen. MENU key to open the screen. MENU MENU , and press the SETUP item to set the time. key to open the screen. MENU MENU , and press the SETUP item to set the value. TASCAM DR-100...

  • Page 44: Setting The Brightness Of The Backlight (Dimmer)

    1 Press the key to open the MENU 2 Use the wheel to select , and press the SETUP ENTER/MARK TASCAM DR-100 3 Press the item, and then press the FORMAT to open a confirmation screen. screen. MENU 4 Press the...

  • Page 45: Changing Batteries When The Power Is On

    MENU 2 Use the wheel to select ENTER/MARK 3 Use the item to set the type. AA TYPE Alkaline batteries ALKALI Nickel metal hydride batteries Ni -MH Values: ALKALI (default) Ni-MH screen. MENU , and press the SETUP TASCAM DR-100...

  • Page 46: Menu Item List

    D IMMER INITIALIZE QUICK FORMAT FULL FORMAT MAIN BATTERY AA TYPE DATE/ TIME TASCAM DR-100 Settings or explanation Information about the file Information about the SD card Information about the system Information about the batteries SD card file operations Playlist editing...

  • Page 47: List Of Popup Menu Items

    Remove the selected file from the playlist (file is not erased from the card) Change the position of the track in the playlist Close the popup menu Explanation Do not overdub Record an overdub Explanation Add a tag to the file name Delete the file 5sec TASCAM DR-100...

  • Page 48: 11-Messages

    USB and if a new card is inserted in the unit. Format Error Always use the DR-100 to conduct FAT formatting of cards to be used with it. Change the card or Format CARD...
  • Page 49 System Err 50 continues to appear, please contact a TEAC Repair Center. 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 11–Messages TASCAM DR-100...

  • Page 50: 12-Specifications

    MP3 files: 32–320 kbps, sampling frequency 44.1/48 kHz, VBR playback, ID3 tag support up to Ver 2.4 WAV files: sampling frequency 44.1/48 kHz, bit length: 16/24-bit TASCAM DR-100 º Recording media: SD cards (64 MB–2 GB) and SDHC cards (4 GB–32 GB) º File system: FAT partition: FAT16/32 º...

  • Page 51: Dimensional Drawing

    12–Specifications Dimensional drawing TASCAM DR-100...
  • Page 52 TEAC UK LIMITED Phone: +44-8451-302511 Suites 19 & 20, Building 6, Croxley Green Business Park, Hatters Lane, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD18 8TE, UK TEAC EUROPE GmbH Phone: +49-611-71580 Bahnstrasse 12, 65205 Wiesbaden-Erbenheim, Germany DR-100 Portable Digital Recorder www.tascam.jp www.tascam.com www.tascam.com www.teacmexico.net www.tascam.co.uk www.tascam.de...

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