DR40X - Voice recorder TASCAM - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL DR40X TASCAM

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• Supply of this product does not convey a license nor imply any right to distribute MPEG Layer-3 compliant content created with this product in revenue-generating broadcast systems (terrestrial, satellite, cable and/or other distribution channels), streaming applications (via Internet, intranets and/or other networks), other content distribution systems (pay-audio or audio-on-demand applications and the like) or on physical media (compact discs, digital versatile discs, semiconductor chips, hard drives, memory cards and the like). An independent license for such use is required. For details, please visit http://mp3licensing.com.

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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular instal-lation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be deter-mined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures.a) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.b) Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.c) Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.d) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. CAUTION Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by TEAC CORPORATION for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. For U.S.A. This product complies with the European Directives request and the other Commission Regulations. For Canada THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES-003.CET APPAREIL NUMERIQUE DE LA CLASSE B EST CONFORME A LA NORME NMB-003 DU CANADA. Declaration of Conformity Model Number : DR-40X Trade Name : TASCAMResponsible party : TEAC AMERICA, INC.Address : 10410 Pioneer Blvd. Suite #1 and #4, Santa Fe Springs, California 90670, U.S.A.Telephone number : 1-323-726-0303This device complies with Part.15 of FCC Rules.Operation is subject to the following two conditions:1) This device may not cause interference, and2) This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accor-dance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. iThe apparatus draws nominal non-operating power from the AC outlet with its POWER or STANDBY/ON switch not in the ON position. iThe mains plug is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable. iCaution should be taken when using earphones or headphones with the product because excessive sound pressure (volume) from earphones or headphones can cause hearing loss. iIf you are experiencing problems with this product, contact TEAC for a service referral. Do not use the product until it has been repaired. WARNING To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods.4

Do not expose this apparatus to drips or splashes.

Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

Do not install this apparatus in a confined space such as a book case or similar unit.

The apparatus should be located close enough to the AC outlet so that you can easily grasp the power cord plug at any time.

If the product uses batteries (including a battery pack or installed batteries), they should not be exposed to sunshine, fire or excessive heat.

CAUTION for products that use replaceable lithium batteries: there is danger of explosion if a battery is replaced with an incorrect type of battery. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

CAUTIONS ABOUT BATTERIES

This product uses batteries. Misuse of batteries could cause a leak, rupture or other trouble. Always abide by the following precautions when using batteries.

Never recharge non-rechargeable batteries. The batteries could rupture or leak, causing fire or injury.

When installing batteries, pay attention to the polarity indications (plus/minus (¥/^) orientation), and install them correctly in the battery compartment as indicated. Putting them in backward could make the batteries rupture or leak, causing fire, injury or stains around them.

When you store or dispose batteries, isolate their terminals with insulation tape or something like that to prevent them from contacting other batteries or metallic objects.

When throwing used batteries away, follow the disposal instructions indicated on the batteries and the local disposal laws.

Do not use batteries other than those specified. Do not mix and use new and old batteries or different types of batteries together. The batteries could rupture or leak, causing fire, injury or stains around them.

Do not carry or store batteries together with small metal objects. The batteries could short, causing leak, rupture or other trouble.

Do not heat or disassemble batteries. Do not put them in fire or water. Batteries could rupture or leak, causing fire, injury or stains around them.

If the battery fluid leaks, wipe away any fluid on the battery case before inserting new batteries. If the battery fluid gets in an eye, it could cause loss of eyesight. If fluid does enter an eye, wash it out thoroughly with clean water without rubbing the eye and then consult a doctor immediately. If the fluid gets on a person’s body or clothing, it could cause skin injuries or burns. If this should happen, wash it off with clean water and then consult a doctor immediately.

The unit power should be off when you install and replace batteries.

Remove the batteries if you do not plan to use the unit for a long time. Batteries could rupture or leak, causing fire, injury or stains around them. If the battery fluid leaks, wipe away any fluid on the battery compartment before inserting new batteries.

Do not disassemble a battery. The acid inside the battery could harm skin or clothing. For European Customers Disposal of electrical and electronic equipment (a) All electrical and electronic equipment should be disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or the local authorities. (b) By disposing of the electrical and electronic equipment correctly, you will help save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment. (c) Improper disposal of waste equipment can have serious effects on the environment and human health as a result of the presence of hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment. (d) The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates that electrical and electronic equipment must be collected and disposed of separately from household waste. (e) The return and collection systems are available to the end users. For more detailed information about disposal of old electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your city office, waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the equipment. Disposal of batteries and/or accumulators (a) Waste batteries and/or accumulators should be disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or the local authorities. (b) By disposing of waste batteries and/or accumulators correctly, you will help save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment. (c) Improper disposal of waste batteries and/or accumu- lators can have serious effects on the environment and human health as a result of the presence of hazardous substances in batteries and/or accumulators. (d) The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates that batteries and/ or accumulators must be collected and disposed of separately from household waste. If the battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) will be indicated beneath the crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol. (e) The return and collection systems are available to the end users. For more detailed information about disposal of waste batteries and/or accumulators, please contact your city office, waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased them. Pb, Hg, CdTASCAM DR-40X

Introduction Thank you very much for purchasing the TASCAM DR-40X Linear PCM Recorder. Before using this unit, read this owner’s manual carefully so that you will be able to use it correctly and enjoy working with it for many years. After you have finished reading this manual, please keep it in a safe place for future reference. Note about the Reference Manual This Owner's Manual explains the main functions of this unit. Please see the Reference Manual for information about all the unit's functions. You can also download this Owner’s Manual and the Reference Manual from the TEAC Global Site (http://teac-global.com/). Items included with this product This product includes the following items. Take care when opening the package to avoid damaging the items. Take care when opening the package to avoid damaging the items. Keep the packing materials for transportation in the future. Please contact the store where you purchased this unit if any of these items are missing or have been damaged during transportation.

Owner's Manual (this document) including warranty × 1 Cleaning the unit To clean the unit, wipe it gently with a soft dry cloth. Do not wipe with chemical cleaning cloths, benzene, thinner, alcohol or other chemical agents. Doing so could damage the surface or cause discoloration. Precautions for placement and use

The environmental temperature operating range of this unit is 0 - 40°C (32 - 104°F).

Do not install this unit in the following types of locations. Doing so could degrade the sound quality and/or cause malfunctions. Places with significant vibrations Near windows or other places exposed to direct sunlight Near heaters or other extremely hot places Extremely cold places Places with bad ventilation or high humidity Very dusty locations Places exposed directly to rain or other water

Do not place this unit on top of a power amplifier or other device that generates heat.

If this unit is placed near a power amplifier or other device with a large transformer, it could cause a hum. If this occurs, increase the distance between this unit and the other device.

This unit could cause color irregularities on a TV screen or noise from a radio if used nearby. If this occurs, use this unit farther away.

Right side panel k USB port l microSD card slot Bottom Panel ; Mono speaker z Tripod or tilt foot mounting threads (1/4-inch) x Battery compartment cover c Strap attachment v Battery compartment Making preparations Installing batteries While pressing the battery compartment cover on the back of the unit, slide it open. Then, install batteries. TIP The TASCAM PS-P520E AC adapter can also be used with this unit. Inserting a card Open the microSD slot cover on the right side panel, and insert a microSD card. Turning the unit on

Slide the HOLD switch in the direction of the arrow to unlock it. TIP By sliding it toward HOLD, button operations can be disabled, preventing misoperation during recording.

Press and hold the ¤ (HOME) [8] button for several seconds. The first time the power is turned on after purchase, setting screens like the following will open. Formatting cards Press the ENTER/MARK button to to execute. CAUTION Execution of formatting erases all data currently on the card. This message will not appear for cards that have already been formatted.8

Setting the language Select the language used for menus and messages. Use the + and − buttons to select the language, and press the ENTER/MARK button to confirm. DATE/TIME Set the date and time. Use the . and / buttons to move the cursor, and use the + and − buttons to change the date and time. Press the ENTER/MARK button. TIP The language and date/time settings can be changed later from the menu. Using the built-in microphone This unit’s built-in microphones can be adjusted, allowing the angles of the microphones to be changed. You can choose clear stereo sound or wide stereo sound according to the recording source, situation, etc. by opening or closing the microphone pair. Setting the mics to record a wide stereo sound (A-B position) Spread the stereo microphone to the left and right. (A-B position) Set this way, the two microphones are spread widely left and right, and recording is possible with a strong stereo field that is good for music, for example. If you open or close the microphone pair while using the built-in stereo microphone and the left-right channels does not suit the angle of the microphone, a pop-up message appears to ask whether you want to swap the left-right channels of the microphone. CAUTION Set the left-right channels of the built-in microphone to L-R. When you are using the built-in microphone and the setting is not L-R, appears on the Home screen. Setting the mics to record a clear stereo sound (X-Y position) Close the stereo microphone. (X-Y position) Set this way, the microphone pair is close, and recording is possible with a clear stereo field with less phase difference. If you open or close the microphone pair while using the built-in stereo microphone and the left-right channels does not suit the angle of the microphone, a pop-up message appears to ask whether you want to swap the left-right channels of the microphone. CAUTION Set the left-right channels of the built-in microphone to R-L. When you are using the built-in microphone and the setting is not R-L, appears on the Home screen.TASCAM DR-40X

Attaching the tilt foot When recording with the built-in mic, you can attach the included tilt foot to the tripod mounting threads to prevent the mic from being too low when placing the unit with the bottom side (battery compartment cover side) down. When not using the tilt foot, you can put it between the two protrusions on the inside of the battery compartment cover for storage and transportation. Screen overview When stopped or playing back 1 Playback area 2 Elapsed time

Current playback file number/total number of files 4 Remaining battery charge/power supply status 5 Playback status 6 Playback position display 7 Track status 8 Playback level meters 9 Remaining time 0 Playback speed status q Effect status w Peak value (decibels) e Playback file name When recording or in recording standby 1 Recording format 2 Elapsed recording time 3 Recording sampling frequency 4 Number of recording channels 5 Recording status 6 Input source 7 Recording level meters 8 Remaining recording time 9 Level mode setting status 0 Low cut filter status q Effect status w Tone output setting status e Recording file name r Peak value (decibels)10

Using the menu Use the menu to change various settings, including recording, playback and system settings, and to execute various functions.

Press the MENU button. The MENU screen appears.

Use the + and − buttons to select the setting item, and press 7. Settings can now be changed and functions executed.

Use the + and − buttons to change the setting. NOTE

Press the MENU button to return to the previous screen.

Point the built-in mic towards the sound to be recorded. Sound source Built-in mic

Press the RECORD [0] button to enter recording standby. Recording standby will start, 09 will appear on the display, and the REC indicator will blink. -12dB

Adjust the recording level. Adjust the built-in mic orientation and distance from the sound source as well as the input level so that the recording level meters stay near −12 dB at the peak input level. Use the . and / buttons to adjust the input level.

Press the RECORD [0] button to start recording. Recording will start, will appear on the display, and the REC indicator will light.

Press the ¤ (HOME) [8] button to stop recording. Recording stops, and 8 appears on the display. Setting the recording mode This recorder has five recording modes. Set the recording mode on the REC MODE screen. The settings available differ according to the recording mode.

STEREO mode (default) This is a mode for stereo recording of two independent left and right channels. DUAL mode This mode uses one input source to create two files with different input level settings (Level Mode setting screen). Either two mono or two stereo recording files are created. 4CH mode This mode uses both the built-in mics and the external inputs to record two pairs of inputs as two files. Two stereo recording files are created. OVERDUB mode This recording mode add new sounds to the playback file. The MIX setting mixes the playback sound and input sound to create a new file. The SEPARATE setting creates a new recording file with only the input sound. When in OVERDUB mode, select one of these two options using the DUB MODE setting. Using the low-cut filter Noise from air conditioning and other sources can be reduced when recording.

Use the + and − buttons to select the Low-cut filter, and press ENTER/MARK

The setting screen for the low-cut filter will open. Options: OFF, 40Hz, 80Hz, 120Hz, 220Hz

Press the ¤ (HOME) [8] button The Home Screen will reopen. Setting the limiter This can help prevent sound from becoming distorted when loud noises are input suddenly during recording.

Select a file, and press the PLAY [7] button to start playback. Playback starts, and 7 appears on the display.

Press the ¤ (HOME) [8] button to stop playback. Playback stops, and 79 appears on the display. Listening with headphones Connect headphones to the /LINE OUT jack on this unit. Operations during playback Pause playback Press the 8 button Search forward Press and hold the / button Search backward Press and hold the . button Skip to start of playing file Press the . button once briefly Skip to start of file before playing file Press the . button twice briefly Skip to start of file after playing file Press the / button once briefly Go back the set amount of time (options: OFF, 1 sec, 3 sec, 5 sec, 10 sec, 30 sec, 1 min, 5 min, 10 min) Press the y button during playback Add a mark Press the MARK button during playback Selecting files

Press the MENU button. The MENU screen appears.

Use the + and − buttons to select BROWSE, and press ENTER/MARK. Browse screen appears.

Use the + and − buttons to select a file, and press /. The Home Screen will reopen. TIP Press the ENTER/MARK button to start playback and return to the Home Screen.TASCAM DR-40X

Using as an audio interface By connecting this unit to a computer (Windows/Mac) or iOS device, you can use it as an audio interface. Preparation

Use a USB cable to connect the unit to a computer, and turn the unit on. micro-B USB plugComputer USB The USB CONNECT screen will open. NOTE

When being used as an audio interface, the DR-40X itself cannot record or play back files.

An Apple Lightning-USB camera adapter is necessary to connect the unit to an iOS device

Select the type of connected device. Options: PC/Mac(default), iOS NOTE When “PC/Mac” is selected, the unit with operate on bus power from the computer.

Select Exec at the CONNECT item. When the unit connects with the external device, the USB AUDIO I/F screen will open. Monitoring

Press the MENU button. The MENU screen appears.

Selecting the monitored signal Options PC/Mac (default): Monitor the playback sound from the PC or Mac. DIRECT: Monitor the input sound without latency. NOTE

The meters can be used to check the playback sound of the external device.

Sound will not be output from the speaker.

Use headphones to hear the sound. Disconnecting

Press the MENU button. The MENU screen appears.

Select Exec at the DISCONNECT item. The recorder disconnects from the external device, and the Home Screen opens.14

Troubleshooting If you are having trouble with the operation of this unit, please try the following before seeking repair. If these measures do not solve the problem, please contact the store where you purchased this unit or TASCAM customer support service. Power will not turn ON.

Confirm that batteries are installed correctly.

Confirm that the HOLD switch is not set. The unit turns off automatically.

Check the automatic power saving function setting. Set it to “Off” to prevent the power from turning off automat- ically. See "Setting the automatic power saving function" in "12 − Settings and Information" of the Reference Manual. The microSD card is not recognized.

Confirm that the microSD card is inserted completely. No sound is output or sound is not output from the speaker.

Confirm that the output volume is not lowered it too much.

Confirm that the speaker setting is on. Even if the speaker setting is on, sound will not be output from the speaker when headphones are connected or when the unit is recording or in recording standby. Recording is not possible.

Confirm that the REC indicator is lit. If the REC indicator is blinking, the unit is in recording standby.

Check the remaining available recording time shown on the Recording Screen. The recorded sound is quiet or distorted.

Check the input level setting. The unit is not recognized by a computer connected using a USB cable.

Confirm that the connected computer uses a compatible operating system.

The USB function used must be selected from the menu to enable a computer to recognize this unit.

Confirm that the USB cable is not designed only for charging.

Confirm that the connection is not being made through a USB hub. Sound skips or noise occurs when in USB audio interface mode. For Windows

Performance options Select “Adjust for best performance”.

Power options Select “High performance”. The wrong language was set accidentally.

After pressing the ¤ (HOME) [8] button to turn the unit off, press the ¤ (HOME) [8] button while pressing and holding the MENU button. The language selection menu will appear, and you will be able to select the language.TASCAM DR-40X

Specifications Ratings Recording media SD card (64 MB - 2 GB) SDHC card (4 GB - 32 GB) SDXC card (48 GB - 128GB) Recording/playback formats BWF: 44.1/48/96 kHz, 16/24 bit WAV: 44.1/48/96 kHz, 16/24 bit MP3: 44.1/48 kHz, 32/64/96/128/192/256/320 kbps Number of channels 4 channels (stereo × 2) Inputs and outputs EXT MIC/LINE IN jacks (XLR connectors can provide phantom power) Connector XLR-3-31 (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD) (support phantom power) 6.3mm (1/4") standard TRS jacks (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND) /LINE OUT jack Connector: 1/8” (3.5mm) stereo mini jack Built-in speaker 0.3W (mono) Control input/output ratings USB port Connector type: Micro-B Format: USB 2.0 HIGH SPEED mass storage class REMOTE jack Connector: 2.5mm TRS jack Audio performance Frequency response 20 Hz - 20 kHz +1/−3 dB (EXT IN to LINE OUT, 44.1 kHz sampling frequency, JEITA*) 20 Hz - 22 kHz +1/−3 dB (EXT IN to LINE OUT, 48 kHz sampling frequency, JEITA*) 20 Hz - 40 kHz +1/−3 dB (EXT IN to LINE OUT, 96 kHz sampling frequency, JEITA*) Total harmonic distortion 0.05% or less (EXT IN to LINE OUT, 44.1/48/96 kHz sampling frequency, JEITA*) S/N ratio 92 dB or higher (EXT IN to LINE OUT, 44.1/48/96 kHz sampling frequency, JEITA*) Note) JEITA: Conforming to JEITA CP-2150loading-circle-1TASCAM DR-40X

Except as specified below, this warranty covers all defects in materials and workmanship in this product. The following are not covered by the warranty:

1. Damage to or deterioration of the external cabinet.

2. Damages resulting from accident, misuse, abuse or neglect.

3. Damage resulting from failure to perform basic daily maintenance

and/or calibration or otherwise resulting from failure to follow instructions contained in your owner’s manual.

4. Damage occurring during shipment of the product. (Claims must be

presented to the carrier)

5. Damage resulting from repair or attempted repair by anyone other

than TEAC or an authorized TASCAM service station.

6. Damage resulting from causes other than product defects, including

lack of technical skill, competence, or experience of the user.

7. Damage to any unit which has been altered or on which the serial

number has been defaced, modied or is missing.

WHO IS COVERED UNDER THE WARRANTY

This warranty may be enforced only by the original purchaser. This warranty is not valid if the product was purchased through an unauthorized dealer.

All parts except heads and disk drives are warranted for one (1) year from the date of original purchase. Heads and disk drives are warranted to ninety (90) days from date of original purchase. Labor is warranted for ninety (90) days from date of original purchase.

WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR

We will pay all labor and material expenses for items covered by the warranty. Payment of shipping charges is discussed in the next section of this warranty.

HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE

Your unit must be serviced by an authorized TASCAM service station in the United States. (This warranty is not enforceable outside the U.S.) If you are unable to locate an authorized TASCAM service station in your area, please contact us. We either will refer you to an authorized service station or instruct you to return the unit to the factory. Whenever warranty service is required, you must present a copy of the original dated sales receipt from an Authorized TASCAM Dealer. You must pay any shipping charges if it is necessary to ship the product to service. However, if the necessary repairs are covered by the warranty, we will pay return surface shipping charges to any destination within the United States.

LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES

Any implied warranties, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, are limited in duration to the length of this warranty.

EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES

TEAC’s liability for any defective product is limited to repair or replacement of the product, at TEAC’s option. TEAC shall not be liable for:

1. Damages based upon inconvenience, loss of use of the product, loss

of time interrupted operation or commercial loss; or

2. Any other damages, whether incidental, consequential or otherwise.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you. To locate an Authorized Service Center in Your Area

保証期間経過後の修理、補修用性能部品の保有期間 についての詳細は、取扱説明書をご覧ください。 < In other countries/areas > This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary by country, state or province. If you have a warranty claim or request, please contact the dealer where you bought the product. 该保证书赋予了顾客特定的合法权利，并且因国家，州或 省等地域的不同，顾客可能拥有其他权利。如需申请或要 求保修，请与购买本产品的销售店进行联系。 If you require repair services for your TASCAM equipment, please contact the dealer where the product was purchased from or the TASCAM Distributor in your country. A list of TASCAM Distributors can be found on our website at: http://teac-global.com/ WARRANTY