Tascam DP-32SD Owner's Manual

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16 TASCAM DP-32SD2 - Quick Guide3. Use the JOG/DATA dial to select (highlight blue) an item inthe list and then press the F4 (t) button to load a suitablesetting from the library.The library list closes.TIPYou can also adjust the parameters on the COMP MULTI screenusing the CURSOR buttons and JOG/DATA dial. (See “Usingmastering compression” on page 57.)4. Press the F4 (ON) button to turn the compressor on.The OFF icon changes to ON.5. Press the F1 (g) button to return to the Masteringscreen.6. Press the PLAY (t) button on the Mastering screen tolisten to the master file with compression.NOTEIf the EQ item is set to ON on the EQUALIZER screen, the effect ofthe equalizer on the sound will also be heard.ª NormalizingNormalizing maximizes the volume of the master file withoutchanging the dynamic range.1. When in Mastering mode, press the F4 (NORM) button toopen the NORMALIZE screen.2. Press the F2 (YES) button to perform the normalization.3. Press the F1 (g) button to return to the Masteringscreen.ª Re-recording the master fileRe-record the master file with equalization and compressionapplied to create a new master file.1. When in Mastering mode, press the RECORD (0)button.2. This will record over the master file and create a new masterfile with equalization and compression applied.Shutting downTurn the unit off when you are done using it.1. Press the HOME button to open the Home screen.2. Press and hold the STANDBY/ON button on the rear paneluntil DIGITAL PORTASTUDIO appears on the display.When the unit completes its automatic shutdown procedure,which includes keeping a record of various informationabout operations that have been performed until now, thepower turns off (enters standby mode).Always use the procedure above to turn the power offproperly.CAUTIONWhen the power is ON, do not disconnect the powercord or otherwise interrupt the power to the unit. Doingso will cause all settings made since the last time yousaved to be lost. If the power is interrupted while an SDcard is being accessed, all recorded songs and data onthe card could be damaged beyond recovery.