Features .....................3 Conventions used in this manual .............3 Trademarks ....................3 2 - Names and Functions of Parts ........... 4 CA-XLR2d main unit ................4 Accessory shoe attachment adapter parts ........7 3 – Preparation ................. 8 Preparing the unit ..................8 Changing accessory shoe attachment adapters ....8 Preparing the power supply ............8...
1 – Introduction Thank you very much for purchasing a TASCAM CA-XLR2d Conventions used in this manual Microphone Adapter. Before using this unit, read this Reference Manual carefully so The following conventions are used in this manual. that you will be able to use it correctly and enjoy working with it for many years.
2 - Names and Functions of Parts 2 SELECT switch CA-XLR2d main unit Use this to select the input device for the camera recording channel. The stereo input from the INPUT 3 jack will be IN 3 output to the L/R channels.
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1 switches are applied instead. i Distortion could occur when the input sound is excessively loud even if the limiter function is on. In such a case, lower the recording level or increase the distance between the mic and the sound source. TASCAM CA-XLR2d...
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Adjustment of the input volume to the connected devices. will have no effect. i To monitor the analog connection to a camera use TASCAM IN 1+2 Use to adjust the input level of AK-DR11C or AK-DR11CMKII splitter and attenuator cables.
To secure this unit to a camera, turn the tightening dial from h Battery type switch right to left. (see “Connecting to a camera (CA-XLR2d-C/CA- XLR2d-F)” on page 10) (see “Monitoring through this unit Use this to set the type of battery used.
Power can be supplied to the unit when a camera that can supply power is connected. For information about cameras that support power supply, refer to the list of cameras that have been confirmed for operation on the TASCAM website (https://tascam.jp/int/product/ca-xlr2d/ docs) or contact TASCAM Customer Support. TASCAM CA-XLR2d...
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If the BATTERY POWERED switch (g) on the battery holder was set to “ON” when it was connected to the unit, the switch must be set to “OFF” once and then back to “ON” in order to use battery power. TASCAM CA-XLR2d...
Using the lock lever (k) or the tightening dial (l), attach this unit to the connected device securely. Lock button NOTE To remove a CA-XLR2d-C, release the lock lever while pressing the lock button. TASCAM CA-XLR2d...
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3 – Preparation Connecting to a camera (CA-XLR2d-AN) Using the tightening dial (l), attach this unit to the connected device securely. Loosen the tightening dial (l). Use the included 3.5mm (1/8”) stereo mini cable to connect the OUTPUT jack (t) of this unit with the camera input jack.
The mic holder can be used to mount mics with 19–23 mm diameters. i The mic holder can be detached. Remove it with its screws if it is unneeded. (see “Removing the mic holder” on page 13) TASCAM CA-XLR2d...
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3 – Preparation Removing the mic holder Remove the 2 screws indicated by the arrows to remove the mic holder. TASCAM CA-XLR2d...
When connecting a stereo lapel mic, for example, connect it to the INPUT 3 jack (a), and set the SELECT switch (2) to “IN 3”. NOTE When the SELECT switch (2) is set to “IN 3”, the INPUT 1 switch (4) has no effect. TASCAM CA-XLR2d...
CA-XLR2d-C/CA-XLR2d-F ATTENTION i When using a CA-XLR2d-AN, if the BATTERY POWERED switch When power supplied from camera (g) is set to “ON”, the batteries will be used. Set it to “OFF” when done using.
A splitter cable is necessary to monitor analog audio with a CA- XLR2d-AN. Monitoring through this unit Set the OUTPUT switch (r) to , and use TASCAM AK-DR11C (CA-XLR2d-C/CA-XLR2d-F) or AK-DR11CMKII splitter and attenuator cables to connect the OUTPUT jack (t) to the camera and to headphones or an earphone, for example.
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 or TASCAM customer support service.
Dynamic mics connected to INPUT 1 and INPUT 2 jacks About 6.5 hours i 0 dBV=1.0 Vrms Phantom power unused TASCAM TM-200SG connected to INPUT 1 jack About 4 hours Phantom power used Other unit settings: input volume centered, ATT switch at “0dB”, LEVEL switch at “MAN”, LIMITER...
About 4 hours Phantom power used (5mA) Dynamic mics connected to INPUT 1 and INPUT 2 jacks About 7 hours Phantom power unused TASCAM TM-200SG connected to INPUT 88.2mm 119.1mm 1 jack About 5 hours Phantom power used Other unit settings: input volume centered, ATT switch at “0dB”, LEVEL switch at “MAN”, LIMITER...
OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE. EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE. TASCAM CA-XLR2d...
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HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE. TASCAM CA-XLR2d...
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