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- Page 1 D01101220B DR-2d Linear PCM Recorder This device has a serial number located on the bottom panel. Please record it and retain it for your records. Serial number: __________________ OWNER’S MANUAL...
- Page 2 CAUTION Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved U.S. A. by TEAC CORPORATION for compliance could void the user's Telephone number: 1-323-726-0303 authority to operate this equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation...
- Page 3 (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.
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
Adjusting the input level ............38 Powering the unit..............25 Recording ................39 Using AA batteries............... 25 Using an AC adaptor (sold separately) ......... 25 Recording playback and input sounds together Preparing the remote control ..........26 (overdubbing) ............... 40 TASCAM DR-2d... - Page 7 Changing the pitch without changing the speed ....66 Screen navigation ..............52 Reducing vocal and solo instrument sounds ......66 Icons on the BROWSE screen ..........52 File operations ..............53 7–Using the Effects ..........68 Folder operations ..............54 Setting the effect ..............68 TASCAM DR-2d...
- Page 8 Setting the type of AA batteries ........... 76 Restoring the factory settings ..........76 Using QUICK FORMAT ............76 Using FULL FORMAT ............77 Setting the format of file names ........... 77 File name format ..............78 Setting the WORD item ............78 TASCAM DR-2d...
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Page 9: 1-Introduction
1–Introduction Thank you very much for purchasing the TASCAM DR-2d Built-in effect (reverb) can be used during recording and • Linear PCM Recorder. Please read this Owner’s Manual playback carefully in order to maximize your use of all the unit’s features. -
Page 10: Items Included With The Product
Operates on 2 AA batteries or an AC adaptor • • When we refer to a key or connector or control on the DR-2d, (sold separately: TASCAM PS-P520) the typeface looks like this: MENU. Tripod attachment screw-hole built into unit •... -
Page 11: Intellectual Property Rights
Intellectual property rights semiconductor chips, hard drives, memory cards and the like). An independent license for such use is required. For TASCAM is a registered trademark of TEAC Corporation. • details, please visit http://mp3licensing.com. Other company names, product names and logos in this •... -
Page 12: About Sd Cards
Under no circumstances will sudden temperature change, there is a danger of condensation; TEAC Corporation be responsible for the consequences of vapor in the air could condense on the internal mechanism, any illegal copying performed using the recorder. -
Page 13: 2-Names And Functions Of Parts
Receives signals from the included remote control When the Metronome Screen is open, use this key to start (RC-DR2). When using the remote point it here. (See and stop the metronome. “Using the remote control” on page 27.) TASCAM DR-2d... - Page 14 On the setting screens, use this key to move the cursor left. the IN and OUT points are already set, press this key to On the Browse Screen, press this key to move up a level. cancel loop playback. TASCAM DR-2d...
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Page 15: Rear Panel
When recording, use it to add markers manually. NOTE We call this the Rear Panel because this is the end that faces away from the operator of the unit when placed on a table with the built-in mic (this end) facing the sound source. TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 16: Right Side Panel
Use this to attach a strap. a LINE OUT/ jack Use this to connect with headphones or the line input jack of an amp or other equipment. s DC IN 5V jack Connect a TASCAM PS-P520 AC adaptor (purchased separately) to this jack. TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 17: Bottom Panel
All keys are inoperative when hold is ON. h Mono speaker Use this built-in speaker to listen to recordings. Sound is ; Battery compartment cover not output during recording, when the unit is in recording standby, when headphones are connected, or input monitor is activated. TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 18: Remote Control (Rc-Dr2)
Press and hold this to search a track forward. PLAY/PAUSE [Á/π] key Press to start and pause playback. MARK key When recording, use it to add markers manually. INPUT LEVEL [+/–] key Use these keys to adjust the input volume. TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 19: Home Screen
. When using the PS-P520 AC x1.1 - x2.0 adaptor (sold separately) appears. x0.5 - x0.9 NOTE 2 Loop/repeat playback status Sometimes a “Battery Low” warning appears when recording or conducting other demanding operations even when Single playback battery power remains. TASCAM DR-2d... - Page 20 All files added to the playlist P.LIST ID3 tag information includes the titles and artists names that y Loop playback IN (starting) and OUT (ending) points can be saved in MP3 files. The set starting and ending points of the loop are shown. TASCAM DR-2d...
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Page 21: Recording Screen
4 Low cut filter status on the Home Screen. This screen also shows the following. Low cut filter off Low cut filter on (when set to 40Hz, 80Hz, or 120Hz) 5 Level control function status : Level control function off TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 22: Menu Item List
During recording standby, the maximum remaining EFFECTOR Effects settings recording time appears. FILE NAME File name settings SETUP System settings and format an SD q Remaining recording time card The remaining recording time appears in hours: minutes: DATE/TIME Date and time settings seconds. TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 23: Using Menus
Example: screen 6 To set a different item in the same menu, press the  REC SETTING key to select the item you want to set. 7 Repeat step 3 to 6 as necessary to set each item. TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 24: Basic Operation
Use this to confirm the selection of a setting item or to answer “ ” to a confirmation message. ¯ key: Use this to move the cursor (the highlighted area) to the right on the screen, and to open folders on the BROWSE screen. TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 25: 3-Preparation
NOTE Manganese dry cell batteries (R6) cannot be used with this • The DR-2d can be operated using two AA batteries or an unit. optional AC adapter (PS-P520). This unit can use alkaline or This unit cannot recharge Ni-MH batteries. Use a •... -
Page 26: Preparing The Remote Control
Consult a physician immediately if a child should swallow a battery. Misuse of a battery could cause it to leak, rupture or otherwise be damaged. Please read and abide by the following precautions when using batteries. TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 27: Using The Remote Control
Remote control receiver metal objects. Follow the disposal instructions written on the battery or pro- • vided by the local government when you are done using it. Operational distance: 7 meters max. TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 28: Precautions For Use Of The Remote Control
/HOME [ª] key on the left side panel Press and hold the until appears on the display. TASCAM DR-2d The Home Screen appears when the unit starts up. The power turns off after the unit completes its shutdown process. TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 29: Inserting And Removing Sd Cards
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://www.tascam. com). TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 30: Preparing An Sd Card For Use
You can also reformat the card in this unit at any time. (See recording and editing is not possible. Move the switch to the “System Settings and Formatting” on page 75.) unlocked position in order to record, erase and otherwise edit data on the card. TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 31: Setting The Date And Time
, and press the DATE/TIME minutes when the unit is not powered by batteries or an ENTER/MARK key. AC adaptor. When using batteries, we recommend that you replace or recharge them before they completely lose power. screen appears. DATE/TIME TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 32: Using The Built-In Speaker
To listen with an external monitoring system to the LINE OUT/ connector. Headphones NOTE Even when ON, no sound is output during recording, in recording standby, when headphones are connected, or input monitor is activated. Powered monitor speakers or amplifier and speakers TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 33: 4-Recording
Higher values provide better recording quality. • screen appears. WAV files are higher quality than MP3 files, but they take REC SETTING • up more space, so MP3 formats allow for longer recordings. 4 Press the  key to select the other item. TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 34: Available Recording Time Display
51.) You can check the potential recording time determined by the SD card and various settings on the screen. REC SETTING Set the maximum file size to one of the following options. (default) 128M 256M 512M Recordable time TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 35: Set Where To Save The File
Set the input source to microphone ( ) or line ( ). The LINE can also select as the cut-off frequency 40Hz 80Hz 120Hz default setting is for a low cut filter. When is selected, sets the input source as the built-in TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 36: Placing The Unit And Making Connections
AUTO gain according to the input level. Loud sounds and quiet sounds are both adjusted to the same level. Use the DR-2d’s built-in effects as necessary on the input Set it to to have the DR-2d automatically limit the input source. -
Page 37: Recording With External Mics (Mic In)
Use a stereo miniplug cable to connect to the output of an external audio device. Point the mics at the sound source and place the unit in a stable location where there is little vibration. Other audio equipment or external sound source TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 38: Adjusting The Input Level
PEAK indicator does not light. When adjusting the input level, first set the GAIN item on the The L/R meter shows the input level. INPUT SETTING screen to LOW, and then use the INPUT LEVEL (+/−) keys to adjust it. TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 39: Recording
ON or OFF. Use the auto gain control and limiter functions to prevent • For ordinary recording, select OFF and continue to step 2. loud sound sources from distorting when recording. (See “Setting the input functions” on page 35.) TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 40: Recording Playback And Input Sounds Together (Overdubbing)
REC SETTING Recording playback and input sounds together (overdubbing) By overdubbing, you can play an instrument or sing as you play back a saved track and mix and record both sounds in a new file. TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 41: Monitor The Input Signal (Monitor)
MONITOR and press the ENTER/MARK key. screen appears. MONITOR 7 Use the wheel to adjust the playback volume level in a range from 0 to 20. /HOME [ª] key to return to the Home 8 Press the Screen. TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 42: Recording An Overdub
PEAK indicator shows the maximum level of the combined The lower part of the screen shows the name of the playing input and playback signals. file that is being mixed in the overdub. 4 Press the RECORD (º) key to set the unit to record standby. TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 43: Recording Two Files With Different Levels At The Same Time (Dual Rec)
For example, when recording with microphones, you can use this feature to make one recording with the highest possible level and a second recording with a slightly low level as a backup at the same time. TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 44: Starting Dual Recording
During recording, each time you press the DUAL key, the same volume level. recording levels of the two files are displayed alternately. : The input gain of the unit is adjusted according to TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 45: Dual Recording File Names
Moreover, when LEVEL CTRL is set to AUTO, the file name is given as follows: screen appears. AUTO REC DR0000_0000_AUTO.wav Playback of files created using dual recording See Chapter 6 for details about file playback. Press the DUAL key during playback of a file created using dual TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 46: Creating New Files (Track Incrementing)
Press the ¯ key while recording. (default)/ -6dB 12dB -24dB -48dB NOTE 8 Press the /HOME [ª] key to return to the Home When new files are created, incremental numbers are added Screen. to the end of each file name. TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 47: Creating New Files Automatically While Recording (Maximum File Size)
ENTER/MARK key. recording time is 24 hours or more, this will be displayed as screen appears. 23:59:59. REC SETTING 3 Use the wheel to select and press the ¯ key or SIZE ENTER/MARK key. TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 48: Mark Function
• PRE REC between 01–99. The maximum number of marks in a file or ENTER/MARK key. is 99. Moving to a mark position You can move to marks in the currently selected file when paused and during playback. TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 49: Delaying The Start Of Recording (Rec Delay)
Delaying the start of recording (REC Set PRE REC to OFF when you set REC DELAY to ON. DELAY) This function allows you to delay the start of recording by 0.3 seconds (fixed interval) after the RECORD (º) key is pressed. TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 50: Dividing A File Manually (Divide)
ENTER/MARK key. Add marks during recording at positions where you want to divide a file. 5 Press the ENTER/MARK key to divide the file, or press TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 51: Recording Duration
The recording times shown above are estimates. They might differ depending on the SD/SDHC card in use. • The recording times shown above are not continuous recording times, but rather they are the total possible recording times for the • SD/SDHC card. TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 52: 5-Working With Files And Folders (Browse Screen)
Screen navigation Folder, which contains the audio files on the SD card that you can use with the DR-2d. On this screen, you can also play On the Browse Screen, folders and music files appear in and erase selected audio files, create folders, add tracks to the a hierarchical structure much like they would appear on a playlist and so on. -
Page 53: File Operations
Use the wheel to select the item you want from the following list and press ENTER/MARK to execute it. PLAY Plays the file. The display returns to the Home Screen. If the playback area is set to , the playback area becomes the FOLDER TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 54: Folder Operations
Press the ENTER/MARK key to erase the files or press the of the previous playback area setting. When recording, files are /HOME [ª] key to cancel. created in this folder. CREATE A pop-up appears to confirm that you want to create a new folder. TASCAM DR-2d... - Page 55 5–Working with Files and Folders NOTE You cannot erase read-only files and files that are not recognized by this unit. CANCEL No operation is conducted and the selected folder is left as is. TASCAM DR-2d...
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Page 56: 6-Playback
The volume output from the built-in speaker or the connector can be adjusted by using the OUTPUT LEVEL (+, –) keys. 3 Use the wheel to select and press the ¯ key or AREA ENTER/MARK key. The output volume level pop-up appears. TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 57: Selecting A Folder For The Playback Area (1)
Regardless of the current playback area, if you select a folder appears. on the Browse Screen, the playback area changes to the selected folder. 1 Press the MENU key to open the Menu Screen. , and press the ENTER/ 2 Use the wheel to select BROWSE MARK key. TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 58: Selecting A Folder For The Playback Area (2)
6 Press the ENTER/MARK key to open the following The display returns to the Home Screen, and the first file in pop-up window. the folder is selected. This folder becomes the playback area regardless of the previous playback area setting. TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 59: Playlist
The tracks are numbered in the order that they are added. , and press the ENTER/ 2 Use the wheel to select BROWSE MARK key. Editing the playlist screen appears. BROWSE You can view and edit the playlist you have made on the Playlist Screen. TASCAM DR-2d... - Page 60 4 Use the wheel to select the item you want and press the MOVE ENTER/MARK key. Their functions are shown following. Select this to change the order of tracks in the playlist. In addition to the file name, the track number also appears highlighted in inverse. TASCAM DR-2d...
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Page 61: Selecting Files For Playback (Skip)
/HOME [ª] key to stop playback at back, press the previous file. the current position. If you press the ¯ key when located at the beginning of or TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 62: Pausing (Pause)
You can set the search speed. (See “Setting the search speed” ENTER/MARK key. on page 75.) Using the wheel to change the playback position When the Home Screen is open and a track is playing back or stopped, you can use the wheel to change the playback position. TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 63: Loop Playback
If you start loop playback, the REPEAT item automatically If you set one of the repeat mode, loop playback is canceled. switches to OFF if it is in a different mode. • 5 Press the /HOME [ª] key to return to the Home Screen. TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 64: Setting The Loop Point Manually
7 Press the ¯ key to set the OUT point. 5 When the setting is complete, press the I/O key to start 8 When the fine adjustments are complete, press I/O key to the loop playback. start the loop playback. TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 65: Turning Loop Playback On/Off
VSA, playback speed adjustment (SPEED), and key control (KEY and FINE TUNE) functions cannot be used with 96kHz Not only can you use the DR-2d to change the tempo of track files. The “ ” icon appears at the top of the home playback, you can even do this without changing the pitch. -
Page 66: Change Speed Without Changing Pitch
Part Cancel PART CANCEL to turn the VSA function ON and OFF (the factory setting is Screen, which has three items. ON). Changing the pitch without changing the speed Use the item to change the pitch in semitones without TASCAM DR-2d... - Page 67 The default setting is PART: Adjust this setting to match the stereo position of the sound that you want to reduce between . The initial default L 10 R 10 setting is CENTER TASCAM DR-2d...
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Page 68: 7-Using The Effects
7–Using the Effects The DR-2d has built-in effects that can be applied to the input signal during recording and practice. They can also be applied to the output signal during playback. Although it appears different from other setting screens, operation is the same. -
Page 69: Effects Preset List
) or the playback signal ( ). Select the INPUT PLAY SOURCE icon, press the ENTER/MARK key, and use the wheel to select the effect source. The default setting is PLAY /HOME [ª] key to return to the Home 6 Press the Screen. TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 70: 8-Using The Metronome
8–Using the Metronome The DR-2d has a built-in metronome that outputs its sound from Starting and stopping the metronome the LINE OUT/ jack. When the Metronome screen is open, press the PLAY/PAUSE (¥/π) key to start and stop the metronome. -
Page 71: 9-Connecting With A Computer
” and “ ” folders. MUSIC UTILITY Instead of using USB to connect the DR-2d and a computer, you can also conduct the same operations by removing the SD 2 Open the “ ” folder and drag and drop the files that... -
Page 72: Transferring Files From A Computer
“ ” folder. MUSIC below. Since you can set the DR-2d to only play the contents of a • specific folder, you can organize tracks into genres, artists or other categories as you like. -
Page 73: 10-Settings And Information
10–Settings and Information Viewing File Information Use the Information Screen to view various types of information about your DR-2d. To open the Information Screen, first press the MENU key to open the Menu Screen. Select and press the WAV or MP3 INFORMATION ENTER/MARK key. -
Page 74: Card Information Page
The CARD page shows the status of the currently inserted SD card. System information page The SYSTEM page shows information about the DR-2d’s system settings and firmware version. TOTAL MUSIC Shows the number of playable files contained by the Music Folder. -
Page 75: System Settings And Formatting
Use the item to set the speed of forward and CUE/REV SPEED backward searching when pressing and holding the  and to adjust the backlight brightness. DIMMER ¯ keys. Options: (factory setting), (no backlight) HIGH Options: (factory setting), TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 76: Remote Control Setting
“dr-1.sys” file that is necessary to use the SD card to set the type of the AA batteries that you BATTERY TYPE with the DR-2d. are using. This setting is used to show the amount of remaining item and press the ENTER/... -
Page 77: Using Full Format
MUSIC UTILITY well as the “dr-1.sys” file that is necessary to use the SD card You can select the format of names given to files recorded by with the DR-2d. this unit. 1 Select the item and press the ENTER/... -
Page 78: File Name Format
In addition to the alphabet and numbers, the following characters can be used: ! # $ % & ' ( ) + , - . ; = @ [ ] ^ _ ` { } ~ TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 79: Tascam Dr-2D
11–Messages The following is a list of the popup messages that might appear on the DR-2d 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. - Page 80 USB and if a new card is inserted in the unit. Always use the Format CARD ENTER/ DR-2d to conduct FAT formatting of cards to be used with it. Change the card or press the MARK key when this message appears to format the card in FAT format.
- Page 81 If any of these errors occur, turn the unit power OFF and restart it. If the power cannot be turned OFF, Sys Rom Err remove the batteries and disconnect the AC adaptor (if connected). If the error message continues to appear, please contact a TEAC Repair Center. Remote Cmd Remote Rx...
- Page 82 If any of these errors occur, turn the unit power OFF and restart it. If the power cannot be turned OFF, remove the batteries and disconnect the AC adaptor (if connected). If the error message continues to System Error 7 appear, please contact a TEAC Repair Center. System Error 8 System Error 9...
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Page 83: 12-Troubleshooting
If you are trying to play a WAV file, confirm that the • is not too low. sampling frequency is supported by this unit. If you are trying to play an MP3 file, confirm that the bit rate • TASCAM DR-2d... - Page 84 • This unit’s files do not appear on the computer. ª Confirm that the unit is connected to the computer using its • USB port. Confirm that the unit is not recording or in recording standby • mode. TASCAM DR-2d...
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Page 85: 13-Specifications
Connector: 1/8” (3.5 mm) stereo mini Maximum output: 15 mW + 15 mW (32Ω load) Input impedance: 25 kΩ Built-in speaker Nominal input level: 0.6 W (monaural) GAIN LOW: –32 dBV GAIN MID: –48 dBV GAIN HIGH: –64 dBV TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 86: Control Input/Output Ratings
(96 kHz, LINE IN to LINE OUT, Input Level = Nominal) Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7 Total harmonic distortion Macintosh Mac OS X 10.2 or later 0.02% (AES-17, LINE IN to LINE OUT) S/N ratio 90 dB (A-Weight, LINE IN to LINE OUT) TASCAM DR-2d... -
Page 87: Other Specifications
Illustrations and other depictions may differ in part from the Weight actual product. 140 g/4.518 oz (not including batteries) • Specifications and external appearance may be changed without notification to improve the product. Operating temperature range 0 - 40°C/32°F - 104°F TASCAM DR-2d... - Page 88 TEAC CANADA LTD. Phone: +1905-890-8008 Facsimile: +1905-890-9888 www.tascam.com 5939 Wallace Street, Mississauga, Ontario L4Z 1Z8, Canada TEAC MEXICO, S.A. de C.V. Phone: +52-55-5010-6000 www.teacmexico.net Río Churubusco 364, Colonia Del Carmen, Delegación Coyoacán, CP 04100, México DF, México TEAC UK LIMITED Phone: +44-8451-302511 www.tascam.co.uk...