6 TASCAM DR-701DIntroductionThank you very much for purchasing the TASCAMDR-701D.Before using this unit, read this Owner's Manualcarefully so that you will be able to use it correctlyand enjoy working with it for many years. After youhave finished reading this manual, please keep it in asafe place for future reference.This product has a Blackfin® 16/32-bit embeddedprocessor made by Analog Devices, Inc. Thisprocessor controls the unit's digital signalprocessing.Inclusion of this Blackfin® processor in the productincreases its performance and reduces its powerconsumption.Note about the Reference ManualThis Owner's Manual explains the main functions ofthis unit. Please see the Reference Manual for infor-mation about all the unit's functions.You can download the Reference Manual from theTEAC Global Site (http://teac-global.com/).Included itemsThis product includes the following items.Keep the box and packing materials for transpor-tation in the future.Please contact TASCAM Customer Support (see backcover) if any of these items are missing or have beendamaged during transportation.• Main unit ...................................................................× 1• USB cable ..................................................................× 1• Camera attachment bracket screw holecovers .........................................................................× 6• Owner’s Manual (this document) includingwarranty ....................................................................× 1Precautions for placement and use• The environmental temperature operatingrange of this unit is 0–40°C (32–104°F).• Do not install this unit in the following types oflocations. Doing so could degrade the soundquality and/or cause malfunctions.Places with significant vibrationsNear windows or other places exposed todirect sunlightNear heaters or other extremely hot placesExtremely cold placesPlaces with bad ventilation or high humidityVery dusty locationsPlaces exposed directly to rain or other water• Do not place this unit on top of a poweramplifier or other device that generates heat.• If this unit is placed near a power amplifier orother device with a large transformer, it couldcause a hum. If this occurs, increase the distancebetween this unit and the other device.• This unit could cause color irregularities on a TVscreen or noise from a radio if used nearby. Ifthis occurs, use this unit farther away.• This unit might produce noise if a mobile phoneor other wireless device is used nearby to makecalls or to send or receive signals. If this occurs,increase the distance between this unit andthose devices or turn them off.Using the TEAC Global SiteYou can download the Owner’s Manual and theReference Manual necessary for this unit from theTEAC Global Site (http://teac-global.com/).1. Open the TEAC Global Site (http://teac-global.com/).2. In the TASCAM Downloads section, click thedesired language to open the Downloadswebsite page for that language.NOTEIf the desired language does not appear, clickOther Languages.3. Click the product name in the “Search by ModelName” section to open the Downloads page forthat product.4. Select and download the Owner’s Manual thatare needed.Beware of condensationCondensation could occur if the unit is moved froma cold place to a warm place, it is used immediatelyafter a cold room has been heated or it is otherwiseexposed to a sudden temperature change. To preventthis, or if this occurs, let the unit sit for one or twohours at the new room temperature before using it.Cleaning the unitTo clean the unit, wipe it gently with a soft dry cloth.Do not wipe with chemical cleaning cloths, thinner,alcohol or other chemical agents. Doing so coulddamage the surface or cause discoloration.User registrationCustomers in the USA, please visit the TASCAMwebsite (http://tascam.com/) to register as a useronline.