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- Page 1 D01354020A DR-40X Linear PCM Recorder REFERENCE MANUAL...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Adding files to the playlist ............46 Setting the external input type ..........24 Editing the playlist ..............46 Using phantom power ...............25 Selecting files for playback (skipping) ........47 Adjusting the input level ...............25 Playing recordings ................47 Manually adjusting the input level ........25 Pausing ....................47 TASCAM DR-40X... - Page 3 Setting footswitch operation ..........72 Adjusting playback equalization ...........58 Using the footswitch ..............72 Changing the playback position ..........58 Remote control (TASCAM RC-10) ..........73 Ending DICTATION PLAY mode..........58 Setting the wired remote control ..........73 Mixdown ....................59 Using the wired remote control ..........73 8 –...
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Page 4: Introduction
Automatic level control is available to increase or decrease the recording volume when the input sound is too low or too high, respectively. We give hints and tips on using the DR-40X when you see i Limiter function automatically reduces the level suitably in this icon. -
Page 5: Trademarks And Copyrights
1 – Introduction Trademarks and copyrights i TASCAM is a trademark of TEAC CORPORATION, registered in the U.S. and other countries. i SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. i The MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology is licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson. -
Page 6: Names And Functions Of Parts
4CH mode to use the solo function, which switches the decrease the output level from the built-in speaker or monitored sound from other sources to channels 1 and 2. LINE OUT jack. Press and hold to solo channels 1 and 2. TASCAM DR-40X... - Page 7 Recording standby: LEVEL MODE function, swap left and right built-in mics Mixer Screen: MS decoder setting When the BROWSE screen or PLAYLIST screen is open, press this button to open or close the pop-up menu for file/folder operations. TASCAM DR-40X...
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Page 8: Front Panel
REMOTE jack (φ2.5mm TRS) k U SB port Connect a TASCAM RC-3F footswitch or TASCAM RC-10 This is a Micro-B USB port. wired remote control (both sold separately) here. This Use a USB cable (A to Micro-B) to connect the unit to a enables remote starting and stopping of playback and computer. -
Page 9: Bottom Panel
B attery compartment cover When not using the included tilt foot, it can be stored by inserting it between the two protrusions on the inside of the battery compartment cover. c H ole for strap Use this to attach a strap. TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 10: Home Screen
One of the following icons appears according to the turn off (standby) if the icon with no bars appears. playback speed setting. When using a TASCAM PS-P520E AC adapter (sold separately) or USB bus power, appears. Indication Playback speed NOTE ×1.0... -
Page 11: Recording Screen
This shows the number of recording channels in the file. ST, MONO 5 Recorder operation status This icon shows the recorder operation status. Indicator Explanation Recording standby or recording paused Recording Recording standby with the prerecording function on TASCAM DR-40X... - Page 12 : MANUAL : LIMITER : PEAK REDUCTION : AUTO LEVEL 0 Low cut filter on/off status This shows whether the low cut filter is on or off. Low cut filter off Low cut filter on (example: 220 Hz) TASCAM DR-40X...
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Page 13: Menu Item List
FILE NAME OTHERS Set the date and time used by the unit see page 18 DATE/TIME Settings for the TASCAM RC-3F footswitch and TASCAM RC-10 wired remote control (both sold see page 72 REMOTE separately) Set the automatic power saving function... -
Page 14: Using The Menu
Press the MENU button to return to the MENU screen. To Example: PLAY SETTING screen return to the Home screen, press the ¤ (HOME) [8] button. Use the + or – button to select (highlight) a menu item to set. Example: AREA is selected. TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 15: Basic Operation
REC MODE button Opens the REC MODE screen. When the REC MODE screen is open, returns to the Home screen. MIXER button Opens the Mixer Screen. When the Mixer Screen is open, returns to the Home screen. TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 16: Preparation
Powering the unit As shown in the illustration, connect a TASCAM PS-P520E AC This unit can operate on three AA batteries, using a TASCAM adapter (sold separately) to the unit's USB port and charge PS-P520E AC adapter (sold separately) or using a commercial- the unit. -
Page 17: Turning The Power On And Off (Standby Mode)
CAUTION i The unit enters standby mode if turned off when the unit is operating on AC power supplied through a TASCAM Press the .or / button to move the cursor PS-P520E AC adapter (sold separately) or bus power (highlighted area), and use the + or −... -
Page 18: Setting The Date And Time
CAUTION The date and time setting can be retained for only a few minutes when power is not supplied from batteries, a dedicated AC adapter (TASCAM PS-P520E; sold separately) or USB bus power. When using batteries, we recommend replacing them before they are completely dead. -
Page 19: Inserting And Removing Sd Cards
CAUTION When formatting an SD card, the unit should be operating on AC power supplied through a TASCAM PS-P520E CAUTION adapter (sold separately), USB bus power supplied from a connected computer, or batteries with sufficient i Do not remove the SD card from the unit when it is remaining power. -
Page 20: Using The Built-In Speaker
To listen with an external monitoring system (powered monitor speakers or an amplifier and speakers), connect it to /LINE OUT jack. When finished, press the ¤ (HOME) [8] button to return to the Home screen. Powered monitor speaker Headphones an amplifier and speaker TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 21: Using The Built-In Microphone
Set the left-right channels of the built-in microphone to L-R. When using the built-in stereo microphone in an open state and the left-right setting is not L-R, appears on the Home Screen.(see "Swapping the left-right channels of the built-in microphone pair" on page 22) TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 22: Swapping The Left-Right Channels Of The Built-In Microphone Pair
Press the ¤ (HOME) [8] button to leave the setting as it is. NOTE This screen appears automatically when the right mic is opened or closed. This screen will not appear when the left mic is opened or closed. TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 23: Recording
Use the + and − buttons to set it to one of the following options. Options: BWF 16bit, BWF 24bit, WAV 16bit (default), WAV 24bit, MP3 32k (bps), MP3 64k, MP3 96k, MP3 128k, MP3 192k, MP3 256k, MP3 320k TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 24: Preparing The Recording Inputs
For this reason, the input level might change greatly when this setting is changed. Before changing it, you should turn the unit off (standby) or turn the output level all the way down. Audio device or external device TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 25: Using Phantom Power
ENTER/MARK or / button. to supply phantom power depending on the computer. The I/O SETTING screen will open. In this case, use a TASCAM PS-P520E AC adapter (sold separately). i Some condenser microphones will not operate when phantom power is set to +24V. - Page 26 Use the + or − button in the Home screen to adjust the Adjust the input level using the INPUT LEVEL + or – monitoring volume. This does not affect the sound to be button on the left side panel. recorded. TASCAM DR-40X...
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Page 27: Independent L/R Channel Ext In Input Level Setting Function
If an effect is applied to the input sound when the EFFECT screen SOURCE item is set to EXT IN or the built-in mic, the effect sound will include elements from both the L and R channels, so sounds from the opposite channels will be mixed into the recording. TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 28: Overview Of Recording Modes
In this mode, the recording level cannot be changed manually. Mono Recording Stereo Recording Press the . button to enable selection of settings. Use the + and – buttons to select (highlight) SOURCE, and press the ENTER/MARK or / button. TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 29: Setting Where Files Are Saved
AC adapter. In such a case, keep sufficient distance between the AC adapter and the unit. File names when recording in MONO/ STEREO 180113_0001.WAV 1: Set by the FILE NAME screen TYPE item 2: Recording file base number TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 30: Simultaneously Recording Two Files At Different Input Levels (Dual Rec)
Low input levels are raised and high input levels are lowered automati- AUTO LEVEL cally, making this useful for recording meetings, for example. Press the . button to enable selection of settings. TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 31: Starting Dual Recording
If the EXT IN item is set to EXT IN 1, the effect function will be disabled during recording. i When LEVEL MODE is set to PEAK REDUCTION or AUTO LEVEL, DUAL LVL cannot be changed. TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 32: Starting 3/4-Channel Recording
Home screen. 180113_0003S12.WAV 180113_0003S34.WAV : Set by the FILE NAME screen TYPE item : Recording file base number : “S” is the source file : Assigned channels (“12” is channels 1/2 and “34” is channels 3/4) TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 33: Recording Playback And Input Sounds Together (Overdubbing)
Use the + and – buttons to select DUB MODE, and press the ENTER/MARK or / button. Press the . button to enable selection of settings. After completing the setting, press the ¤ (HOME) [8] button to return to the Home Screen. TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 34: Select The File You Want To Overdub
File-B This starts overdubbing. file name. 180113_0004V34t2.WAV File-D: MIX recording SEPARATE recording When recording starts, the REC indicator lights and the display shows the elapsed and remaining recording times. To stop recording, press the ¤ (HOME) [8] button. TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 35: Using The Automatic Recording Function (Auto Rec)
Set the value to one of the following selection. -6dB/-12dB (default)/-24dB/-48dB Press the ¤ (HOME) [8] button to return to the Home screen. Press the RECORD [0] button to begin recording standby. Recording starts automatically when the input signal exceeds the LEVEL setting. TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 36: Continuing To Record In A New File (Track Incrementing)
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. i The track incrementing function cannot be used during overdub or overwrite recording. TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 37: Using The Low-Cut Filter
The pre-recording function is disabled during overdub or overwrite recording. Use the + or − button to select (highlight) LOW CUT and press the ENTER/MARK button. The LOW CUT setting screen will open. Options: OFF (default), 40Hz, 80Hz, 120Hz, 220Hz TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 38: Using Tone Output
Home Screen. NOTE When tone output is on, will appear on the Recording Screen. CAUTION When recording is stopped by the AUTO REC function, no tone signal will be recorded when it stops. TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 39: Self-Timer Function
4 – Recording Self-timer function Solo function Similar to a camera, the DR-40X has a self-timer function to Press and hold the 1/2 [SOLO] or 3/4 [SOLO] button to begin recording after a set period of time. enable the solo function. -
Page 40: Recording Duration
If the recording time exceeds 24 hours, a new file will be created automatically and recording will continue without pause. i If recorded in mono in WAV files, the maximum recording time will be double the figures above. i For dual and 4-channel recording in WAV/BWF format, the recording times are about half those shown above. TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 41: Working With Files And Folders (Browse Screen)
(shown at the top of the file list) will be played. This folder becomes the current folder, and new recorded les will be saved in this folder. Regardless of the previous setting, the playback area is set to FOLDER, and this folder becomes the new playback area. TASCAM DR-40X... - Page 42 34. In addition, since you can choose the virtual file freely when swapping the above, you can also swap File-B and File-D as on page However, you cannot swap two virtual files (for example, File-C and File-D as on page 34). TASCAM DR-40X...
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Page 43: Folder Operations
Press the ENTER/MARK button to delete the folder or press the ¤ (HOME) [8] button to cancel deletion. NOTE You cannot erase folders than contain read-only files and files that are not recognized by this unit. TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 44: Playback
Use the + or − button to select PLAY SETTING, and press the ENTER/MARK or / button. This opens the PLAY SETTING screen. Use the + or − button to select (highlight) AREA, and press the ENTER/MARK or / button. TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 45: Selecting A Folder For The Playback Area (1)
This folder becomes the current folder, and new If the playback area is set to FOLDER, the folder that recorded files will be saved in this folder. contains the selected file becomes the playback area. TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 46: Using The Playlist
The file is added to the playlist and the popup window closes. Repeat steps 3, 4, and 5 as necessary to add more files to the playlist. The files are numbered in the order that they are added. TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 47: Selecting Files For Playback (Skipping)
When the Home Screen is open and a file is playing back or stopped, press and hold the . or / button to search the playback file backward or forward. NOTE Press and hold the . or / button to accelerate the search speed. TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 48: Repeating Playback (Repeat)
Home Screen and start playback. Press the PLAY [7] button to start playback, and press the ENTER/MARK button at the start point of the section that you want to play repeatedly. The current position is set as IN (start) point. TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 49: Changing The Playback Speed (Vsa)
IN point on a different file. set to a value larger or smaller than 1.0, respectively. i Accurate assignment of IN and OUT points is not always possible for variable bit rate (VBR) MP3 files. TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 50: Setting The Playback Equalizer
This opens the PLAY EQ screen. Options: OFF (default), TREBLE+, TREBLE-, MIDDLE+, MIDDLE-, BASS+, BASS- Use the + or − button to select (highlight) a function, and press the ENTER/MARK button to enable it and return to the Home Screen. TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 51: Using The Jump Function
When jumping forward, if the amount of time from the current playback position to the end of the file is less than the set “JUMP FWD” time, playback will jump to the end of the file and pause. TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 52: Setting The Jump Forward Time
ENTER/MARK button. The JUMP FWD time setting screen will open. Use the + or − button to select (highlight) a function, and press the ENTER/MARK button to enable it and return to the Home Screen. TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 53: Quick Operations
Deletes all files in the selected folder. see page 43 ALL DEL selected Delete the selected folder and all files in it. FOLDER DELETE Turn MS DECODE on/off and select channels 1/2 Mixer Screen see page 63 MS DECODE and 3/4 TASCAM DR-40X... - Page 54 Menu item Action Page Move to where overwrite recording started. see page 57 TO EDIT POINT Restore to state before most recent overwrite OVERWRITE MODE see page 57 UNDO recording. Exit OVERWRITE mode. see page 57 MODE EXIT TASCAM DR-40X...
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Page 55: Quick Menu
If you press the ¤ (HOME) [8] button, the file will not be divided and the DIVIDE screen will reopen. Press the ENTER/MARK button to delete the file, or press the ¤ (HOME) [8] button to cancel the deletion. TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 56: Dividing The Selected File Automatically At Marks (Auto Divide)
Division is not possible if the name that would be given to a new file is the same as the name of an existing file. i If you divide a project that has virtual files, those files will also be divided simultaneously. TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 57: Overwrite Recording
When the Home Screen is open and the unit is stopped, use the Quick menu to select MODE EXIT, and press the ENTER/ MARK button. This ends overwrite recording mode. CAUTION Ending overwrite recording mode will delete any file available for UNDO (REDO) operations. TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 58: Transcribing Recorded Files (Dictation Play)
LEVEL ALIGN: The overall sound pressure is increased to enhance listenability. Changing the playback position Press . briefly: jump back Press / briefly: jump forward You can set the jump back and jump forward times from the Quick menu when stopped. TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 59: Mixdown
In this state, you can press the PLAY [7] button to start playback of the mixed-down file. CAUTION If the playback file is mono, the file created will also be mono. When mixing down mono files, set the BAL knob on the Mixer Screen to L12. TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 60: Mark Functions
When stopped, paused or playing back, press the . or / button while pressing the ENTER/MARK to move between marks set in the selected file. You can use this function like an index for cueing. NOTE You cannot move to marks in a different file. TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 61: Using Effects
This reverb is modeled on a studio-like Studio space. SOURCE: Select which input or output sound the effect is used This is a bright plate reverb. Plate 1 on. (Default: MIX) This is a warm plate reverb. Plate 2 TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 62: 10 - Mixer
Each column is a channel and each row is a setting type. Press the ENTER/MARK button to open the setting name and value in a pop-up window at the top right. TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 63: Using The Ms Decoder
DECODE set to OFF. When the Home screen is open, press the MIXER button to open the Mixer Screen. Press the QUICK button to select the CH to be used by the MS decoder. Start playback to decode during playback. TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 64: 11 - Tuning Instruments
/ button to raise it. The tuner can only be used with the built-in mics. Setting range: 435Hz - 445Hz (in 1 Hz increments, default: 440Hz) NOTE When the Tuner Screen is open, press the ENTER/MARK button to reverse the display orientation. TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 65: 12 - Usb Connections
USB port (USB bus power is used first). NOTE The same thing will also happen when using an AC Use the + or − button to select SD CARD READER and adapter. press the ENTER/MARK button. The SD CARD READER screen will open. TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 66: Disconnecting The Unit From A Computer
Connect the computer and the unit with a USB cable, and turn the unit on to open the USB screen. Click the “DR-40X” drive on the computer screen to show the “MUSIC” and “UTILITY” folders. Drag and drop files on the computer that you want to transfer to the unit to the “MUSIC”... -
Page 67: Setting The Connected Device Type
Connecting When the AUDIO I/F screen is open, use the + or – button to select (highlight) CONNECT, and press the ENTER/MARK button. Press the ENTER/MARK button to enable audio interface mode and return to the Home Screen. TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 68: 13 - Settings And Information
This shows the backlight time setting. If an MP3 file has ID3 tag title information that information BATTERY appears. DATE This shows the battery type setting. System Ver. Date of file creation This shows the system firmware version. SIZE File size TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 69: System Settings
(put it in standby), while pressing the MENU button, normal operation. press the ¤ (HOME) [8] button again. The language selection menu will appear, and you will be Options: ALKAL (alkaline batteries, default), Ni-MH (nickel- able to select the language. metal hydride batteries) TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 70: Restoring The Factory Settings
When formatting an SD card, the unit should be operating Use the + or − button to select QUICK FORMAT, and press on AC power supplied through a TASCAM PS-P520E the ENTER/MARK or / button to highlight Exec. adapter (sold separately), USB bus power supplied from a computer, or batteries with sufficient remaining power. -
Page 71: Setting The File Name Format
+ or − button to select the character. In addition to the alphabet and numbers, the following characters can be used:! # $ % & ‘ ( ) + , - . ; = @ [ ] ^ _ ` { } ~ TASCAM DR-40X... -
Page 72: 14 - Using The Remote Jack
This unit has a REMOTE jack This unit can be operated with Use the + or – button to change the MODE item. a connected TASCAM RC-3F footswitch remote control (sold Options: PLAY (default), RECORD1, RECORD2, MINUTES separately) or TASCAM RC-10 wired remote control (sold separately). -
Page 73: Remote Control (Tascam Rc-10)
14 – Using the REMOTE jack Using the wired remote control Remote control (TASCAM RC-10) Press the function buttons (F1 – F4) on the wired remote control to use the function assigned on the REMOTE screen. Overview of mode functions... -
Page 74: 15 - Messages
15 – Messages The following is a list of pop-up messages. Refer to this list if one of these pop-up messages appears on the DR-40X and you want to check the meaning or determine a proper response. Message Details and responses The DIVIDE function cannot be used if the file name is 197 characters or more. - Page 75 If any of these errors occurs, turn the unit’s power off and restart it. Player Error If the power cannot be turned off, remove the batteries, disconnect the TASCAM PS-P520E AC adapter (sold separately), and/or disconnect the USB cable for bus power supply.
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Page 76: 16 - Troubleshooting
If you are having trouble with the operation of this unit, please double-check the following before seeking repair. If these measures do not resolve the issue, please contact the retailer where you purchased this unit or a TASCAM customer support service service. -
Page 77: 17 - Specifications
Maximum input level: +20 dBu 3 AA batteries (alkaline or Ni-MH) /LINE OUT jack USB bus power from a computer AC adapter (TASCAM PS-P520E, sold separately) Connector: 1/8" (3.5mm) stereo mini jack Output impedance: 12 Ω Power consumption Reference output level: −14 dBV (with 10 kΩ load) 1.7 W (maximum) - Page 78 When using 44.1kHz/128kbps hours headphones Recording: JEITA recording time Playback: JEITA music playback time Recording: JEITA recording time Playback: JEITA music NOTE playback time The battery operation times (during continuous operation) could vary depending on the media being used. TASCAM DR-40X...
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Page 79: Dimensional Drawings
Operating temperature 0°C–40°C (32°F–104°F) Dimensional drawings 90mm Opened mic dimension 70mm 35mm i Illustrations and other depictions may differ in part from the actual product. i Specifications and external appearance may be changed without notification to improve the product. TASCAM DR-40X... - Page 80 TEAC CORPORATION Phone: +81-42-356-9143 https://tascam.jp/jp/ 1-47 Ochiai, Tama-shi, Tokyo 206-8530 Japan TEAC AMERICA, INC. Phone: +1-323-726-0303 https://tascam.com/us/ 10410 Pioneer Blvd. Suite #1 and #4, Santa Fe Springs, California 90670, U.S.A. TEAC UK Ltd. Phone: +44-1923-797205 https://tascam.eu/ 2 Huxley Road, Surrey Research Park, Guildford, GU2 7RE, United Kingdom...