Tascam DR-40X Owner's Manual

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TASCAM DR-40X 5IntroductionThank you very much for purchasing the TASCAM DR-40XLinear PCM Recorder.Before using this unit, read this owner’s manual carefully sothat you will be able to use it correctly and enjoy workingwith it for many years. After you have finished reading thismanual, please keep it in a safe place for future reference.Note about the Reference ManualThis Owner's Manual explains the main functions of thisunit. Please see the Reference Manual for informationabout all the unit's functions.You can also download this Owner’s Manual and theReference Manual from the TEAC Global Site(http://teac-global.com/).Items included with this productThis product includes the following items.Take care when opening the package to avoid damagingthe items.Take care when opening the package to avoid damagingthe items. Keep the packing materials for transportation inthe future.Please contact the store where you purchased this unitif any of these items are missing or have been damagedduring transportation.i Main unit ..................................................................................... × 1i AA alkaline batteries ............................................................... × 3i Tilt foot......................................................................................... × 1i Owner's Manual (this document) including warranty × 1Cleaning the unitTo clean the unit, wipe it gently with a soft dry cloth. Donot wipe with chemical cleaning cloths, benzene, thinner,alcohol or other chemical agents. Doing so could damagethe surface or cause discoloration.Precautions for placement and usei The environmental temperature operating range of thisunit is 0 - 40°C (32 - 104°F).i Do not install this unit in the following types of locations.Doing so could degrade the sound quality and/or causemalfunctions.Places with significant vibrationsNear windows or other places exposed to directsunlightNear heaters or other extremely hot placesExtremely cold placesPlaces with bad ventilation or high humidityVery dusty locationsPlaces exposed directly to rain or other wateri Do not place this unit on top of a power amplifier orother device that generates heat.i If this unit is placed near a power amplifier or otherdevice with a large transformer, it could cause a hum. Ifthis occurs, increase the distance between this unit andthe other device.i This unit could cause color irregularities on a TV screenor noise from a radio if used nearby. If this occurs, usethis unit farther away.i This unit might produce noise if a mobile phone or otherwireless device is used nearby to make calls or sendor receive signals. If this occurs, increase the distancebetween this unit and those devices or turn them off.Beware of condensationCondensation could occur if the unit is moved from acold place to a warm place, it is used immediately after acold room has been heated or it is otherwise exposed toa sudden temperature change. To prevent this, or if thisoccurs, let the unit sit for one or two hours at the new roomtemperature before using it.ContentsIntroduction .................................................................. 5Note about the Reference Manual .............................. 5Items included with this product ................................ 5Cleaning the unit .......................................................... 5Precautions for placement and use............................. 5Beware of condensation .............................................. 5Names and Functions of Parts ..................................... 6Top panel ...................................................................................... 6Front panel ................................................................................... 6Left side ......................................................................................... 6Right side panel.......................................................................... 7Bottom Panel ............................................................................... 7Making preparations .................................................... 7Installing batteries ..................................................................... 7Inserting a card ........................................................................... 7Turning the unit on ................................................................... 7Using the built-in microphone ............................................. 8Attaching the tilt foot ............................................................... 9Screen overview ........................................................... 9Using the menu........................................................... 10Recording .................................................................... 10Setting the recording mode ................................................10Using the low-cut filter ..........................................................11Setting the limiter....................................................................11Playing recordings...................................................... 12Selecting files ............................................................................12Using as an audio interface ....................................... 13Preparation.................................................................................13Connection.................................................................................13Monitoring .................................................................................13Disconnecting ...........................................................................13Troubleshooting ......................................................... 14Specifications.............................................................. 15Ratings .........................................................................................15Inputs and outputs..................................................................15Audio performance .................................................................15Recording times .......................................................................16Other specifications ................................................................16