TASCAM DR-100MKIII 72 – Names and functions of partsFronto DIGITAL IN connectorConnect the included digital input conversion cable toinput digital signals into this unit. (See “Recording from digitaldevices” on page 18.)p EXT IN connectorUse a stereo mini jack cable to connect with the line outputjack of an audio device, for example.Reara Level indicatorsThe -48 (dB), -6 (dB) or PEAK indicators light according tothe input levels.s REMOTE jackConnect a TASCAM RC-3F footswitch or TASCAM RC-10wired remote control (both sold separately) here. Thisenables remote starting and stopping of playback and otherfunctions. (See “9 – Connecting with a Computer” on page45.)d Strap attachmentsf MIC/LINE IN L/R jacks (XLR/TRS)These balanced analog jacks are XLR mic and standard TRSinputs.XLR (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)TRS (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)g PHANTOM switchSet whether phantom power is on or off for the MIC/LINE INjacks. (See “Using phantom power” on page 22.)Left sideh (power) buttonPress and hold this button to turn the unit on and to put itinto standby (off ).Press and hold this button for at least 10 seconds whilepressing the STOP [8] button to force the unit to turn off(enter standby).CAUTIONBefore turning the unit on, lower the volumes of connectedequipment to their minimum levels.Failure to do so might cause sudden loud noises, whichcould harm your hearing or result in other trouble.j USB portThis is a Micro-B USB port.Use a USB cable (A to Micro-B) to connect the unit to acomputer. (See “9 – Connecting with a Computer” on page45.)The USB port can supply power to the unit. (See “Poweringthe unit” on page 14.)CAUTIONThe unit should be connected directly to the computer, notthrough a USB hub.k LINE OUT jackUse this to connect with the line input jack of an amp orother equipment.l (headphone) jackUse this jack to connect headphones. (See “Connectingmonitoring equipment” on page 19.); (headphone/speaker) LEVEL volumeUse to adjust the volume output from the built-in speakerand (headphones).z HOLD switchSlide this switch to ALL or LEVEL to enable the holdfunction that can prevent accidental operation. (See “HOLDfunction for preventing accidental operation” on page 16.)x (speaker) switchWhen set to ON, sound will be output from the built-inspeaker.NOTEEven when set to ON, sound will not be output when theunit is recording, in recording standby or has headphonesconnected.