Tascam DA-20mkII Specifications
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Technical DocumentationDA-20mkIIThe DA-20mkII is an affordable DAT recorder bringingthe best of the DAT format to the home studio, projectstudio or budget minded professional. Digital I/O isprovided on coaxial SPDIF connectors, with the abilityto override SCMS code. Analog I/O is provided on RCAconnectors. The machine can record and play back44.1kHz and 48kHz tapes, as well as the long play32kHz/12 bit format. Professional features like amargin counter and headphone output with levelcontrol are available on the front panel. The RC-D20wireless remote is included.7733 Telegraph Road • Montebello, CA 90640 • (323) 726-0303 • http://www.tascam.comAll features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Contact your local TASCAM representative for the latest information.Page 1 of 2DA-20mkII_TECHDOC.pdf091100• 3-U Rack Mount Design• Analog Unbalanced RCA I/O• SPDIF (Coaxial) Digital I/O• Headphone Output w/ Level Control• Margin Counter Display Mode• Provides 32kHz, 44.1kHz and 48kHz recording• Selectable SCMS Status• Supports Track Names in DAT Subcode• Timer Record/Repeat Play Functions• Wireless Remote Included (RC-D20)PRODUCT OVERVIEWDAT tapes have been a standard transfer medium in the professionalaudio industry since the introduction of the format. DAT is the only truenon-compressed digital audio format that was intended to be a targetwriting media from day one. The simple flexibility and worry-freeoperation of DAT recorders contributed to the initial rise of the format,and continues to support it in all levels of recording.The DAT format also supports deeper levels of recording flexibility. Multiplesample rates can be used, ranging from the long play 32kHz, to the CDstandard 44.1kHz, to 48kHz for higher quality. Plus, the DAT tapes arereasonably inexpensive and offer up to 2 hours (4 hours in LP mode) ofuninterrupted audio.TASCAM is the leading manufacturer in professional DAT recorders. TheDA-20mkII continues the proud tradition of excellence in studio andproduction DAT recorders, offering a solid DAT recorder at an affordableprice point.Studios (Any Level)The DA-20mkII's affordable price point brings the DAT format to newmarkets and applications. The DA-20mkII's SCMS free operation makesit an excellent 2nd DAT for in-studio duplication. Also, with it's affordableprice point, many personal studios are using the DA-20mkII to assembleCD tracks on the DAT, then transfer directly across to a CD-Recorder likethe CD-RW2000.Live Recordings - One Man ShowMany musicians are looking for easier methods for live recordings. TheDAT format often presents significant advantages over its CD recordingbrethren. A 2 hour recording or playback capacity offers extendedhands-free operation, allowing an entire set to be put on oneuninterrupted DAT tape.Also, the ability to record on the tape at any position means changingone song in the line-up is as simple as recording over the previous track.Essentially, the DAT format combines the simplicity of a cassette with theadvanced sound quality of the CD. This makes for one less thing toworry about at show time.APPLICATIONSPerformance Specifications:Tape Speed:Recording Time (120 DAT):Recording Resolution:Recording Sample Rate:Frequency Response:Signal to Noise Ratio:Total Harmonic Distortion:Wow and Flutter:Analog In:Analog Out:Digital Coaxial I/O (x2):Remote Control:General Specifications:Power Requirements:Power Consumption:Dimensions:Weight:Standard Accessories:SP - 8.15mm/s; LP - 4.075mm/sSP - 120 minutes; LP - 240 minutesSP - 16 bit linear; LP - 12 bit non-linearSP - 44.1kHz, 48kHz; LP - 32kHz20Hz-20kHz ±0.5dB, SP; 20Hz-14.5kHz LP>91dB<0.0045%Unmeasurable (<0.001%)Unbalanced RCA, Nominal -6dBV (500mV)27kOhmUnbalanced RCA, Nominal -6dBV (500mV),1kOhmRCA pin, IEC60958 Type I or Type II75 Ohm, 0.5Vp-pIR Port, front mounted120V AC, 60Hz (USA/Canada Model)230V AC, 50Hz (UK/Europe Model)21W482 x 133 x 379 mm19" x 5.2" x 14.9"7.8Kg, 17.2 lbs.Wireless Remote (RC-D20)SPECIFICATIONSThe DA-20mkII is available at: |
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