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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ªª 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.
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Table of Contents 1–Introduction........................................................ 9 Features................................................................................... 9 Items included with the product............................................ 10 Conventions used in this manual........................................... 10 Intellectual property rights.................................................... 11 About SD cards......................................................................
Table of Contents Setting the file type to WAV.................................................. 40 Monitor the input signal (MONITOR).................................... 41 Recording an overdub........................................................... 42 Recording two files with different levels at the same time (DUAL REC)............................................................................ 43 Making settings for dual recording ...................................... 43 Starting dual recording......
Table of Contents Effects Preset List................................................................... 69 11–Messages......................................................... 79 8–Using the Metronome...................................... 70 12–Troubleshooting.............................................. 83 Setting the metronome......................................................... 70 Starting and stopping the metronome................................... 70 9–Connecting with a Computer............
1–Introduction Thank you very much for purchasing the TASCAM DR-2d Linear PCM Recorder. 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://www.tascam.com).
1–Introduction •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• Repeat playback and IN-OUT loop playback functions Playlist function DIVIDE function allows files to be split where desired MARK function convenient for moving to specific locations File name format can be set to use a user-defined word or the date 1/8” external stereo microphone input jack (provides plug-in power) 1/8” external stereo line input jack 1/8” line/headphones output jack 128 x 64 pixel LCD with backlight Mini-B type USB 2.
1–Introduction NOTE A note provides additional explanations for special situations. CAUTION A caution shows that you may lose data (recordings) if you do not follow the instructions. Intellectual property rights •• TASCAM is a registered trademark of TEAC Corporation. •• SDHC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. •• Microsoft, Windows, Windows XP, Windows Vista, and Windows 7 are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
1–Introduction 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.
2–Names and Functions of Parts Top panel 2 Built-in stereo microphone To use this stereo electret condenser microphone as the input source, select MIC on the input setting screen. If you connect an external microphone to the MIC IN jack on the rear panel, the built-in microphone becomes inactive. 3 Display Shows a variety of information. 4 /HOME [ª] key Press this key to stop recording and playback or to end recording standby. When a setting screen is open, press to return to the Home Screen.
2–Names and Functions of Parts 6 DUAL key Press and hold to open the DUAL REC setting screen. If the currently selected file was recorded using dual recording, the other file becomes active each time you press this key. During dual recording, press to alternate display of the recording levels of the two files being recorded. 7 MENU key When the Home Screen is displayed, press this key to open the MENU Screen. Press this key to return to the MENU Screen from the various setting screens.
2–Names and Functions of Parts Press and hold this key to open a pop-up window that allows you to manually set IN and OUT points. Rear Panel w PEAK indicator Lights when the input volume is too high. e RECORD [º] key and indicator When playback is stopped, press this key to put the unit into recording standby. When in standby, the indicator flashes. If the MONITOR Screen INPUT item is ON, the Overdubbing ON/OFF pop-up appears. When in recording standby, press this key to start recording.
2–Names and Functions of Parts Right side panel o OUTPUT LEVEL (+, –) keys Use these keys to adjust the signal level output from the LINE OUT/ jack. The volume level appears on the display during adjustment. p USB port Use the included USB cable to connect with a computer USB port. 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.
2–Names and Functions of Parts Bottom panel j SPEAKER switch Set this to ON to output sound from the built-in speaker. NOTE Even when ON, no sound is output during recording, in recording standby, when headphones are connected, or input monitor is activated. k Tripod attachment screw-hole (1/4-inch) Use this to attach the unit to a tripod or mic stand. CAUTION •• Tighten the unit securely to the tripod or mic stand to prevent it from falling off.
2–Names and Functions of Parts 1 Ô [Â] key Press this key briefly to return to the start of a file. If the playback position is already near the start of a track, it will skip to the start of the previous file. Press and hold this to search a track in reverse. 2 STOP [ª] key z Battery compartment Remote control (RC-DR2) Press to stop playback and recording. 3 RECORD [º] key Press to start and pause recording. 4 [¯] key Press this key briefly to move to the start of the next file.
2–Names and Functions of Parts Home screen This screen appears when the unit’s power is turned on. Press the /HOME [ª] key at any time to open this screen. Single track repeat playback All track repeat playback Loop playback 3 Key control status : Key control off : Key control on. 4 Part cancel status : Part cancel off : Part cancel on. 5 Input monitor status : Input monitor off : Input monitor on. 1 Playback speed setting status OFF ON Playback speed x1.0 x1.1 - x2.0 x0.5 - x0.
2–Names and Functions of Parts 7 Recorder operation status · Stopped π Paused Á Playing back Fast-forwarding Ô Fast-rewinding ¯ Skipping forward  Skipping backward 8 Level meters When input monitor is OFF, the level of the playback sound is shown. When input monitor is ON, the level of the combined input and playback sounds is shown. 9 File information The file name or tag information of the file currently being played back is shown.
2–Names and Functions of Parts The icon appears at the playback position when the starting point is set. The icon appears at the playback position when the ending point is set. u Playback file number/total number of files The total number of files in the playback area and the number of the current file are shown. i Effect status Shows whether the effect function is ON or OFF.
2–Names and Functions of Parts : Auto gain control on : Limiter on 6 Recorder operation status ª Stopped π Paused º Recording 7 Recording level meters When overdubbing is off, the input signal level is shown. When over dubbing is on, the combined input and playback signals are shown. 8 File name The file name that will automatically be given to recorded files is shown. 9 Input selection Shows the input source.
2–Names and Functions of Parts When in recording standby, only the following menu items are shown. INPUT SETTING AUTO REC MONITOR EFFECTOR 3 Use the wheel to select (highlight) a setting item. Example: setting the sampling frequency Using menus Use the MENU screen to make various settings. 1 Press the MENU key to open the MENU screen. 4 Press the ¯ key (or the ENTER/MARK key) to select the value of the setting.
2–Names and Functions of Parts 8 To open the MENU screen, press the MENU key. To return to the Home Screen, press the HOME key. Basic operation Use the following keys to operate the various screens. MENU key: Opens the MENU screen. PB CONT key: Opens the PB CONTROL screen. /HOME [ª] key: When any other screen is open, press this to return to the Home Screen. Use this to answer “NO” to a confirmation message.
3–Preparation Powering the unit The DR-2d can be operated using two AA batteries or an optional AC adapter (PS-P520). This unit can use alkaline or Ni-MH batteries. Using AA batteries Open the battery compartment cover on the back of the unit, install the batteries with the correct +/– orientation and close the battery compartment cover. NOTE •• Manganese dry cell batteries (R6) cannot be used with this unit. •• This unit cannot recharge Ni-MH batteries. Use a commercially available recharger.
3–Preparation CAUTION Never use any adaptor other than the designated PS-P520 AC adaptor. Use of a different adaptor could cause malfunction, fire or electric shock. 2 Install the coin-shaped lithium ion battery (CR2025) into the holder with the correct +/- orientation. NOTE When both batteries are installed and the AC adaptor is connected, power will be supplied from the AC adaptor. Preparing the remote control NOTE The remote control is shipped with a coin-shaped battery already installed.
3–Preparation •• Install the battery with the correct orientation. •• Do not recharge the battery. •• Do not heat or disassemble the battery or put it into fire or water. •• Do not carry or store the battery with small metal objects. Doing so could short the battery and cause leakage or rupture, for example. •• When storing or disposing of the battery, cover the contacts with tape to prevent them from touching other batteries or metal objects.
3–Preparation NOTE •• Operation distance varies according to the orientation of the remote control relative to the sensor. •• If anything is between the remote control and the receiver, operation might not work. Start -Up Screen Precautions for use of the remote control •• Remove the battery when you are not using the remote control for a long time (one month or more). •• If the battery should leak, thoroughly clean any residue from inside the battery compartment and install a new battery.
3–Preparation CAUTION Always use the /HOME [ª] key to shutdown the unit. Do not remove the batteries or disconnect the power 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. We recommend that you also save the data manually often. Inserting and removing SD cards NOTE An SD card is already installed when the unit is shipped from the factory.
3–Preparation Preparing an SD card for use In order to use an SD card in this unit, you must format it first. 1 Confirm that an SD card is installed and turn the power ON. 2 The following message appears when a new card or a card formatted for use with another device is installed in the unit. 3 Press the ENTER/MARK key to start formatting. 4 When formatting ends, the Home Screen opens. You can also reformat the card in this unit at any time. (See “System Settings and Formatting” on page 75.
3–Preparation 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 key to open the MENU screen. 3 Use the Â/¯ keys to move the cursor, and use the wheel to change values. 4 Press the ENTER/MARK key to confirm the change and return to the MENU screen. NOTE You can set the unit to automatically add the date and time to file names. (See “Setting the format of file names” on page 77.
3–Preparation Using the built-in speaker Set the SPEAKER switch to ON on the bottom panel to listen to a playing track through the built-in speaker. Connecting monitors and headphones To listen with headphones, connect them to the LINE OUT/ connector. 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.
4–Recording In addition to using the built-in microphone, you can record using an external microphone or record the output signal from a mixer or other audio source. You can select among MP3 (44.1/48 kHz, 32–320 kbps) and WAV (44.1/48/96 kHz, 16/24-bit) audio recording formats. With this unit, you can mix and record a sound input through the built-in mic or one of the input jacks with an audio file that is played back using the overdubbing function.
4–Recording 5 Use the wheel to select SAMPLE, and press the ¯ key or ENTER/MARK key. Set the sampling frequency to one of the following options. 44,1k (default), 48k, 96k 6 Press the  key to select the other item. 7 Use the wheel to select SIZE, and press the ¯ key or ENTER/MARK key. NOTE •• If the maximum set file size is exceeded during recording, the unit will automatically continue recording in a new file.
4–Recording Set where to save the file Set the folder where recorded files are saved. If no setting is made, new recording files are placed in the MUSIC folder. (See “Folder operations” on page 54.) Setting the input functions 1 Press the MENU key to open the Menu Screen. 2 Use the wheel to select INPUT SETTING, and press the ENTER/MARK key. INPUT SETTING screen appears. microphone when no microphone cable is connected to the MIC IN jack (stereo mini-jack).
4–Recording LEVEL CTRL: Use this to set the level control function. Set it to AUTO to have the DR-2d automatically adjust the input gain according to the input level. Loud sounds and quiet sounds are both adjusted to the same level. Set it to LMT to have the DR-2d automatically limit the input gain so that input level of loud sounds are reduced to prevent distortion. The factory default setting is OFF. 3 Press the Screen.
4–Recording Recording with external mics (MIC IN) Connect an external mic to the MIC IN connector. Point the mics at the sound source and place the unit in a stable location where there is little vibration. Recording an external device (LINE IN) Use a stereo miniplug cable to connect to the output of an external audio device.
4–Recording Adjusting the input level The following procedures explain how to use the Record Screen to set the levels. 1 Press the RECORD key to begin recording standby. The record indicator flashes red and the Record Screen appears. If the input is too high, the PEAK indicator to the right of the dispaly lights and line remains at the right end of the indicator bar. Set the level as high as possible without causing the PEAK indicator to light red when the loudest sounds occur.
4–Recording If the input level is still not sufficient even when maximized with the INPUT LEVEL + key, then set the GAIN item to MID. If the input level is still not sufficient, then set the GAIN item to HIGH. NOTE /HOME [ª] key to exit recording standby. •• Press the •• If the INPUT switch is set to LINE, the MIC GAIN setting has no effect. •• When in recording standby or during recording, the speaker does not output sound even if the SPEAKER switch is ON.
4–Recording 2 To start recording, press the RECORD key again. When recording starts, the record indicator lights continuously, and the display shows the elapsed recording time and the remaining recording time. 3 Press the /HOME [ª] key to end recording and create the audio file. To pause recording, press the RECORD key. Press the RECORD key again to restart recording in the same track. If you press the /HOME [ª] key after pausing a recorded audio file up to the moment that you paused recording is created.
4–Recording 3 Use the wheel to select FORMAT and press the ¯ key or ENTER/MARK key. 3 Use the wheel to select INPUT and press the ¯ key or ENTER/MARK key. 4 Use the wheel to select ON. 4 Use the wheel to select WAV 16-bit or WAV 24-bit. 5 Press the Screen. /HOME [ª] key to return to the Home Monitor the input signal (MONITOR) 1 Press MENU to open the Menu Screen. Input monitoring is now enabled. 5 Press the  key to highlight INPUT.
4–Recording TIP By making the above settings, in addition to overdubbing, you can use a recorded (or copied) audio track for instrument practice or karaoke. The screen overdubbing ON/OFF pop-up appears. The recording file name, input source, recording audio file type and sampling frequency also appear so that you can confirm them before you start recording. NOTE You cannot change the input monitoring setting during recording or when in recording standby.
4–Recording NOTE •• Input must be set to MIC to enable dual recording. (See “Setting the input functions” on page 35.) If input is set to LINE, the following screen appears when you enable dual recording. The following error message appears if the selected file cannot be played back. 7 To stop recording, press the /HOME [ª] key.
4–Recording The following settings can be made on this screen. Use the  and ¯ keys and the wheel to set each item. MODE: Set the dual recording mode. The options are OFF (default), DUAL, MIX and LINE. OFF: No dual recording is enabled. (Only one file is recorded.) DUAL: Dual recording is enabled using microphones. (Two files are recorded.) MIX: The microphone and line inputs are mixed when recorded. (Only one file is recorded.
4–Recording Dual recording file names During dual recording, two files are created at the same time. The second file created by dual recording is given a file name based on the file recorded in the usual manner. A suffix is added to the second file’s name according to the dual recording settings. For example, when in DUAL mode and set to –12dB, dual recording creates two files with file names in the following formats: DR0000_0001.wav DR0000_0001_-12dB.
4–Recording 3 Use the wheel to select the MODE and press the ¯ key or ENTER/MARK key. 4 Use the wheel to select ON. 9 Press the RECORD (º) key to put the unit into recording standby. Recording starts automatically when the input signal exceeds the START LEVEL. If the input volume drops below the set level for 5 or more seconds, recording pauses automatically. 10 Press the recording. 5 Press the  key to select the other item 6 Use the wheel to select START LEVEL and press the ¯ key or ENTER/MARK key.
4–Recording 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 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. •• Track incrementing is not possible when overdub recording.
4–Recording Mark function Adding marks manually to a recording You can manually add marks to a recording where you want them. Press the ENTER/MARK key while recording to add a mark. Mark number pop-up appears. You can use this function to identify points to create shortcuts to the beginning of songs, for example. Press the Â/¯ keys while pressing and holding the ENTER/MARK key during playback or when stopped. NOTE You cannot move to a mark in a different file.
4–Recording 4 Use the wheel to select ON. This is useful when you want to avoid recording the sound of pressing the RECORD (º) key. 1 Press the MENU key to open the MENU screen. 2 Use the wheel to select REC SETTING, and press the ENTER/MARK key. REC SETTING screen appears. 5 Press the Screen. /HOME [ª] key to return to the Home TIP By using this in combination with the AUTO REC function, you can record events without losing the beginnings of sounds.
4–Recording Dividing a file manually (DIVIDE) 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. 1 Use the  and ¯ keys or BROWSE screen to select the file you want to divide. 2 Press the MENU key to open the MENU screen. 3 Use the wheel to select DIVIDE and press the ENTER/ MARK key. 4 Use the wheel to determine where the file will be divided, and press the ENTER/MARK key.
4–Recording Recording duration The table below shows the amount of recording time possible on SD/SDHC cards of various capacities for each available recording format. File format (recording setting) 16 bit WAV 24 bit MP3 32 kbps 64 kbps 96 kbps 128 kbps 192 kbps 256 kbps 320 kbps 44.1 kHz 48 kHz 96 kHz 44.1 kHz 48 kHz 96 kHz 44.1 kHz/48 kHz 44.1 kHz/48 kHz 44.1 kHz/48 kHz 44.1 kHz/48 kHz 44.1 kHz/48 kHz 44.1 kHz/48 kHz 44.
5–Working with Files and Folders (BROWSE screen) On the Browse Screen, you can view the contents of the Music 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 and erase selected audio files, create folders, add tracks to the playlist and so on. (See “Playlist” on page 59.) To open the Browse Screen, press the MENU key to open the Menu Screen. Select BROWSE and press the ENTER/MARK key.
5–Working with Files and Folders Plus folder This icon shows folders that contain subfolders. Plain folder This icon shows folders that do not contain subfolders. Open folder folder that contains the playing file. INFO Information (date/time, size) about the selected file appears. Press the ENTER/MARK key again or press the /HOME [ª] key to return to the BROWSE screen. The contents of the folder marked with this icon currently appear on this screen.
5–Working with Files and Folders CANCEL No operation is conducted and the selected file is left as is. Folder operations Select the desired folder on the Browse Screen and press the ENTER/MARK key to open the pop-up window that is shown below. Press the ENTER/MARK key to create a new folder, or press the /HOME [ª] key to cancel the operation. However, if you try to create a new folder inside a second level subfolder the message, “Layer too deep” appears and the folder is not made.
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.
6–Playback On the Home Screen, you can use the  and ¯ keys to select the playback track. The files that you can select are determined by the playback area setting. Limiting the playback area makes track selection easier when you have numerous recorded and copied tracks on the SD card. On the Play Mode Screen, you can select all files, the current folder or the playlist as the playback area. You can also use the Browse Screen to set a folder as the playback area.
6–Playback 5 Press the Screen. 4 Set the playback area to one of the following options. /HOME [ª] key to return to the Home NOTE The current playback area setting appears in the lower left of the Home Screen. ALL FILES Set the playback area as all files in the Music Folder on the SD card. FOLDER (default) Set the playback area as all the files in the currently selected folder. Playback area indication PLAYLIST Set the playback area as the tracks in the playlist. (See “Playlist” on page 59.
6–Playback BROWSE screen appears. 3 Use the wheel to select the desired folder. For an explanation of how to use the Browse Screen, see “Screen navigation” on page 52. 4 Press the ENTER/MARK key to open the following pop-up window. Selecting a folder for the playback area (2) When the playback area is set to FOLDER, if you select a file on the Browse Screen, the folder that contains the selected file becomes the playback area. 1 Press the MENU key to open the Menu Screen.
6–Playback NOTE For an explanation of how to use the Browse Screen, see “Screen navigation” on page 52. 7 Select the PLAY item and press ENTER/MARK. The display returns to the Home Screen, and the selected track starts playing. In addition, the folder that contains this track becomes the playback area regardless of the playback area folder set previously. 3 Use the wheel to select the file that you want to add to the playlist and press the ENTER/MARK key. A pop-up window appears.
6–Playback You can also use this screen to play tracks and to edit the playlist. 1 Press the MENU key to open the Menu Screen. 2 Use the wheel to select PLAYLIST, and press the ENTER/MARK key. PLAYLIST screen appears. PLAY Play the file and return to the Home Screen. ALL CLR A confirmation message appears to confirm that you want to remove all the files from the playlist. Press the ENTER/MARK key to remove all the files or the /HOME [ª] key to cancel this operation.
6–Playback •• Use the wheel to move the track to a different position in the playlist. 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 track appear on the display. •• Press ENTER/MARK key. The display returns to the PLAYLIST screen.
6–Playback Press the /HOME [ª] key again to return to the beginning of the file. Pausing (PAUSE) When the Home Screen is open and a track is playing back, press the PLAY/PAUSE (¥/π) key to pause playback at the current position. Press the PLAY/PAUSE (¥/π) key again to restart playback from that position. Rewinding and fast-forwarding (search) When the Home Screen is open and a track is playing back or stopped, press and hold the  or ¯ keys to rewind or fast-forward and search the playback track.
6–Playback 4 Set the REPEAT item to one of the following selections. OFF (default): All tracks in the playback area are played in sequence one time. (This setting is the ordinary playback mode.) SINGLE: The selected track is played once without repeating. The icon appears on the Home Screen. 1 REPEAT: The current track is played repeatedly. The appears on the Home Screen. icon ALL REPEAT: All tracks in the selected playback area are played back repeatedly. The icon appears on the Home Screen.
6–Playback NOTE •• You cannot set the IN and OUT points in different files. •• IN and OUT point settings are lost when you select a different file. •• Accurate assignment of IN and OUT points is not always possible for variable bit rate (VBR) MP3 files. Making fine adjustments to the loop playback IN and OUT points 1 Press and hold the I/O key to open the pop-up window that allows you to set loop points manually.
6–Playback Turning loop playback ON/OFF If you press the I/O key when a loop interval has been set, loop playback is turned OFF. The loop IN and OUT points are not displayed, but they are still retained in memory. Setting the playback control functions Use the Playback Control Screen to set the playback control functions. When the Home Screen is displayed, press and hold the PB CONT key to open the Playback Control Screen. If you want to enable loop playback again, use the following procedures.
6–Playback function active. After setting it, briefly press the PB CONT key to turn the speed control ON, making it active. When ON, the icon appears as light letters on a dark background in the upper part of the Home Screen. You can turn the speed control ON and OFF by briefly pressing the PB CONT key, so you can easily switch between the set speed and the normal speed. Since the speed adjustment range is x0.5 to x2.0 (x0.
6–Playback CANCEL: Set the CANCEL item to ON to turn the part cancel function ON (the factory setting is OFF). The icon appears as light letters on a dark background on the Home Screen. Depending on the music, the vocal cancel function may not reduce the recorded vocal or solo instrument sound sufficiently. If this is the case, changing the PART and RANGE settings might make the reduction more effective. Listen to the music as you adjust the settings to achieve the best effect.
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. Effects OFF indication NOTE During dual recording, effects can only be applied to the recording of the first file. Setting the effect 1 Press the MENU key to open the MENU screen.
7–Using the Effects part of the icon. The level can be set to values between 0 and 100. Effects Preset List TIME knob: Preset name RevHall 1 This adjusts the character of the selected preset. Select the TIME knob icon and press the ENTER/MARK key to select the numerical value in the upper part of the icon. Use the wheel to set the value. SOURCE: Use this to set whether the effect is applied to the input signal (INPUT) or the playback signal (PLAY).
8–Using the Metronome The DR-2d has a built-in metronome that outputs its sound from the LINE OUT/ jack. Setting the metronome To use the metronome, press the MENU key to open the Menu Screen. Select the METRONOME item and press the ENTER/ MARK key. Starting and stopping the metronome When the Metronome screen is open, press the PLAY/PAUSE (¥/π) key to start and stop the metronome. NOTE When using the metronome, you cannot return to the Home Screen.
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. This unit can handle audio files of the following formats (only stereo files). MP3: 32k-320kbps, 44.1k/48kHz WAV: 44.1k/48k/96kHz, 16/24 bit CAUTION •• You cannot use this unit’s other functions when it is connected to a computer by USB.
9–Connecting with a Computer Transferring files from a computer 1 Click the “DR-2d” 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-2d cannot recognize subfolders and audio files on the third level or below.
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 INFORMATION and press the ENTER/MARK key. Use the wheel to switch between the following three information pages. File information page (FILE) Shows information about the currently playing file. Card information page (CARD) WAV or MP3 Shows the audio file type.
10–Settings and Information 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. 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.
10–Settings and Information System Settings and Formatting From the Setup Screen, you can change various settings to optimize the device for your use environment and other requirements. You can also initialize the unit and format the SD card. To open the Setup Screen, press the MENU key. Select SETUP from the Menu Screen and press the ENTER/MARK key.
10–Settings and Information Remote control setting Use the REMOTE item to set whether or not the unit can receive commands from a wireless remote control (RC-DR2). Values: OFF (default) or ON Setting the type of AA batteries Use BATTERY TYPE to set the type of the AA batteries that you are using. This setting is used to show the amount of remaining battery charge and determine if the unit has enough power for normal operation.
10–Settings and Information Using FULL FORMAT Use the FULL FORMAT item to completely format the SD card. Full formatting checks the memory for errors while formatting, so it takes more time than quick formatting. Using FULL FORMAT erases all music files on the card and automatically 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-2d. 1 Select the FULL FORMAT item and press the ENTER/ MARK key to highlight “Exec.
10–Settings and Information File name format The TYPE item can be set to either WORD (default setting) or DATE. WORD: When set to WORD, a 6-character file name is used as the beginning of each file name. Example: DR0000_0000.wav DATE: The date is used as the file name (in yymmdd format). Example: 090101_0000.wav NOTE The date is set using the unit’s internal clock. (See “Setting the date and time” on page 31.
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. Message Meaning and response File Name ERR The DIVIDE function would cause the file name to exceed 200 characters. The DIVIDE function adds "_a” or “_b” to the end of the file name.
11–Messages Message Meaning and response Format Error Format 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-2d to conduct FAT formatting of cards to be used with it. Change the card or press the ENTER/ MARK key when this message appears to format the card in FAT format. CAUTION: Execution of FAT formatting erases all data currently on the card.
11–Messages Message Meaning and response File Protected The file is read only and cannot be erased. No Card No card is in the unit, so recording is not possible. No PB File There is no file that can be played back. The file might be damaged. No MUSIC File There is no playback file, so DIVIDE and OVERDUB cannot be executed. Input is LINE Input is set to LINE. Dual recording can only be used when input is set to MIC.
11–Messages Message Meaning and response System Error 5 System Error 6 System Error 7 System Error 8 System Error 9 82 TASCAM DR-2d 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 appear, please contact a TEAC Repair Center.
12–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 or a TASCAM Service Center. is supported by this unit. ªª No sound is output. ªª Power will not turn ON. •• Are headphones connected? •• Is the SPEAKER switch OFF? •• Confirm that the batteries are not dead. •• Confirm that the batteries are installed with the correct +/– orientation.
12–Troubleshooting ªª The sound I am trying to record sounds distorted. •• Is the INPUT LEVEL setting low and the input gain setting high? ªª The playback sounds unnatural. •• Confirm that the part cancel function is not on. •• Confirm that the playback pitch is not being adjusted. •• Confirm that the playback speed is not being adjusted. ªª I cannot erase a file. •• Is the SD card write-protect switch engaged? ªª This unit’s files do not appear on the computer.
13–Specifications Ratings Maximum input level: GAIN LOW: –16 dBV Recording media GAIN MID: –32 dBV SD card (64 MB - 2 GB) GAIN HIGH: –48 dBV SDHC card (4 GB - 32 GB) LINE IN jacks Recording/playback format Connector: 1/8” (3.5 mm) stereo mini WAV: 44.1/48/96 kHz, 16/24-bit Input impedance: 22 kΩ MP3: 44.1/48 kHz, 32/64/96/128/192/256/320 kbps Nominal input level: –10 dBV (0.32 V) Number of channels Minimum input level: –22 dBV (0.08 V) 2 channels (stereo) Maximum input level: +6 dBV (2.
13–Specifications Control input/output ratings USB jack Connector: Mini-B type Format: USB 2.0 mass storage class Audio performance Computer compatibility Widnows Pentium 300 MHz or faster 128 MB or more memory USB port (USB 2.0 recommended) Macintosh Frequency response Power PC, iMac, G3, G4 266 MHz or faster 20 - 20 kHz +1/–3 dB (44.
13–Specifications Other specifications Dimensional drawings Power Two AA batteries (Alkaline or Ni-MH) AC adaptor (TASCAM PS-P520, not supplied) Power consumption 118 mm 0.9 W Battery operation time (continuous operation) Alkaline type battery About 6 hours (JEITA playback time) About 6 hours (JEITA recording time) Ni-MH type battery About 6 hours (JEITA playback time) About 6 hours (JEITA recording time) Dimensions (W x H x D) 65 x 118 x 24 mm 2.559 x 4.646 x 0.945 in. Weight 140 g/4.
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