TASCAM DR-40 51PEAK REDUCTION:The input volume is reduced automatically to an appropriatelevel when excessively large signals come in. This allows inputlevel setting to be performed easily.The input level can be raised manually if required.TIPWhen recording live performances, for example, test for peakreduction may be performed before actual recording.Select the peak reduction mode in recording standby, andmaximize the input level.As a test performance is given subsequently, the input gainfor recording is reduced to an appropriate level to meet theinput signals, and an optimum input level for the performanceis set.Recording will be stored at this input level if this mode isdisabled before starting recording.Otherwise, the input level will continue to be controlledautomatically during recording.It is also possible to store the recording in the limiter modeafter automatically setting the input level in the peakreduction mode.AUTO LEVEL:The input level is controlled automatically to increase ordecrease the input level when the input signals are too smallor too large, respectively. This mode is useful for recording atmeetings. In this mode, the input level cannot be changedmanually.LIMITER:This prevents distortion of sounds when excessively largeinput signals come in suddenly.This mode is also suited for recording of live performanceswith large volume changes.In this mode, the input level can be changed manually duringrecording.NOTEDistortion of sounds may occur when excessively large•input signals come in even if the LIMITER function isactivated. In such a case, lower the input level or keepproper distance between the unit and the source.When using LINE input, the level controls have no effect.•Overview of recording modesThis recorder has five recording modes.Use the REC MODE item on the REC MODE screen to set therecording mode.The settings available are different for each recording mode.4 – Recording
