Tascam Portacapture X8 Manuale del proprietario

Linear PCM Recorder

1221.MA-3251D

D01381900D

Please see the Reference Manual for information about all the unit’s functions.

You can download the Reference Manual from the TASCAM website.

Veuillez consulter le manuel de référence pour des informations sur toutes les

fonctions de l’unité. Vous pouvez télécharger le manuel de référence depuis le

site de TASCAM.

Consulte en el Manual de referencia la información completa acerca de todas

las funciones de esta unidad. Puede descargar el Manual de referencia desde la

página web de TASCAM.

Links zur digitalen Version dieser Anleitung und des Referenzhandbuchs finden

Sie auf der deutschen Website (https://tascam.de/downloads/).

Consultare il manuale di riferimento per informazioni su tutte le funzioni

dell’unità. È possibile scaricare il manuale di riferimento dal sito TASCAM.

Информация обо всех функциях устройства приводится в Руководстве

по эксплуатации устройства. Руководство по эксплуатации также можно

скачать на сайте компании TASCAM.

各機能の詳細については、リファレンスマニュアルをご覧ください。リファレンスマニュ

アルは、TASCAMのウェブサイトからダウンロードすることができます。

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ENGLISH

FRANÇAIS

ESPAÑOL

DEUTSCH

ITALIANO

日本語

OWNER'S MANUAL

MODE D’EMPLOI

MANUAL DEL USUARIO

BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG

MANUALE DI ISTRUZIONI

取扱説明書

РУССКИЙРУКОВОДСТВО ПОЛЬЗОВАТЕЛЯ

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TEAC CORPORATION

https://tascam.jp/jp/

Phone: +81-42-356-9143

1-47 Ochiai, Tama-shi, Tokyo 206-8530 Japan

TEAC AMERICA, INC.

https://tascam.com/us/

Phone: +1-323-726-0303

10410 Pioneer Blvd. Suite #1 Santa Fe Springs,

California 90670, U.S.A.

TEAC UK Ltd.

https://www.tascam.eu/en/

Phone: +44-1923-797205

Luminous House, 300 South Row, Milton Keynes,

Buckinghamshire, MK9 2FR, United Kingdom

oTASCAM is a registered trademark of TEAC Corporation.

oThe microSDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.

oMPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and

Thomson.

oSupply 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.

oMicrosoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of

Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

oApple and Mac are trademarks of Apple Inc.

oApp Store is a service mark of Apple Inc.

oIOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. and other

countries and is used under license.

oAndroid, Google Play and Google Play logo are trademarks of Google Inc.

oASIO is a trademark and software of Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH.

oOther company names, product names and logos in this document are the

trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

TEAC EUROPE GmbH

https://www.tascam.eu/de/

Phone: +49-611-71580

Bahnstrasse 12, 65205 Wiesbaden-Erbenheim,

Germany

TEAC SALES & TRADING(SHENZHEN)

CO., LTD

https://tascam.cn/cn/

Phone: +86-755-88311561~2

Room 817, Xinian Center A, Tairan Nine

Road West, Shennan Road, Futian District,

Shenzhen, Guangdong Province 518040,

China

〒206-8530 東京都多摩市落合1-47

この製品の取り扱いなどに関するお問い合わせは

タスカムカスタマーサポート〒206-8530　東京都多摩市落合1-47

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p ナビダイヤル 0570-000-809 一般電話から

p FAX 042-356-9185

受付時間は、10:00 〜 12:00 ／ 13:00 〜 17:00 です。（土・日・祝日・弊社指定休日を除く）

故障・修理や保守についてのお問い合わせは

ティアック修理センター〒358-0026　埼玉県入間市小谷田858

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受付時間は、9:30 〜 17:00です。（土・日・祝日・弊社指定休日を除く）

■ 住所や電話番号は、予告なく変更する場合があります。あらかじめご了承ください。

OWNER’S MANUAL

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS

APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

For U.S.A.

Declaration of Conformity

Model Number: Portacapture X8

Trade Name: TASCAM

Responsible party: TEAC AMERICA, INC.

Address: 10410 Pioneer Blvd. Suite #1 Santa Fe Springs, California 90670, U.S.A.

Telephone number: 1-323-726-0303

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following

two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device

must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired

operation.

INFORMATION TO THE USER

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 installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio

or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment o 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 dierent from that to which the

receiver is connected.

d) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CAUTION

Changes or modications to this equipment not expressly approved by TEAC

CORPORATION for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

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.

This product complies with the European Directives request and the

other Commission Regulations.

This product complies with applicable UK regulations.

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ENGLISH

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s

instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other

apparatus (including ampliers) that produce heat.

9. Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.

10. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of

time.

11. Refer all servicing to qualied 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.

• Caution should be taken when using earphones or headphones with the product

because excessive sound pressure (volume) from earphones or headphones can cause

hearing loss.

• If 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.

CAUTION

• Do not expose this apparatus to drips or splashes.

• Do not place any objects lled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

• Do not install this apparatus in a conned space such as a book case or similar unit.

• If the product uses batteries (including a battery pack or installed batteries), they

should not be exposed to sunshine, re 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

re 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 re, 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 specied. Do not mix and use new and old

batteries or dierent types of batteries together. The batteries could rupture or leak,

causing re, 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 re or water. Batteries could

rupture or leak, causing re, injury or stains around them.

• If the battery uid leaks, wipe away any uid on the battery case before inserting new

batteries. If the battery uid gets in an eye, it could cause loss of eyesight. If uid does

enter an eye, wash it out thoroughly with clean water without rubbing the eye and then

consult a doctor immediately. If the uid gets on a person’s body or clothing, it could

cause skin injuries or burns. If this should happen, wash it o with clean water and then

consult a doctor immediately.

• The unit power should be o 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 re, injury or stains around them. If the battery uid leaks, wipe

away any uid on the battery compartment before inserting new batteries.

• Do not disassemble a battery. The acid inside the battery could harm skin or clothing.

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For European Customers

Disposal of electrical and electronic equipment and batteries

and/or accumulators

(a) All electrical/electronic equipment and waste batteries/accumulators should be

disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream via collection facilities

designated by the government or local authorities.

(b) By disposing of electrical/electronic equipment and waste batteries/accumulators

correctly, you will help save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative

eects on human health and the environment.

(c) Improper disposal of waste electrical/electronic equipment and batteries/

accumulators can have serious eects on the environment and human health

because of the presence of hazardous substances in the equipment.

(d) The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) symbols, which

show wheeled bins that have been crossed out, indicate that electrical/

electronic equipment and batteries/accumulators must be collected

and disposed of separately from household waste.

If a battery or accumulator contains more than the specied values of

lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) as dened in the Battery

Directive (2006/66/EC, 2013/56/EU), then the chemical symbols for

those elements will be indicated beneath the WEEE symbol.

Pb, Hg, Cd

(e) Return and collection systems are available to end users. For more detailed

information about the disposal of old electrical/electronic equipment and waste

batteries/ accumulators, please contact your city oce, waste disposal service or the

shop where you purchased the equipment.

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Introduction

Thank you very much for purchasing the TASCAM Portacap-

ture X8.

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.

You can also download this Owner’s Manual from the TAS-

CAM website.

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 download the Reference Manual from the TASCAM

website.

Contents

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .............................................. 3

Introduction ............................................................................................ 6

Note about the Reference Manual .............................................. 6

Items included with this product .................................................... 7

Accessories sold separately ............................................................... 7

Names of Parts ........................................................................................ 8

Quick Start Guide .................................................................................. 9

Connecting the included mics ..................................................... 9

Inserting microSD cards .................................................................. 9

Powering the unit ............................................................................10

Turning the power on and off ..................................................... 10

Setting the language, date and time .......................................11

Formatting (initializing) microSD cards ...................................11

Basic screen operations ................................................................. 12

Recording and playing files .........................................................13

Useful features ...................................................................................... 15

LAUNCHER .........................................................................................15

Controlling this unit from a smartphone ................................ 16

Connecting cameras ......................................................................16

Connecting computers and smartphones by USB .............. 16

Recording operation flow ................................................................17

Troubleshooting ..................................................................................19

Precautions for placement and use ..............................................20

Beware of condensation ...................................................................20

Cleaning the unit ................................................................................. 20

About TASCAM customer support service ................................. 20

Specifications/rated values .............................................................. 20

Recorder specifications .................................................................20

Analog audio input ratings .......................................................... 20

Analog audio output ...................................................................... 21

Control input/output ratings ......................................................21

Audio performance ........................................................................21

Recording times (in hours: minutes) ........................................21

Other .................................................................................................... 22

Information is given about products in this manual

only for the purpose of example and does not indicate

any guarantees against infringements of third-party

intellectual property rights and other rights related

to them. TEAC Corporation will bear no responsibility

for infringements on third-party intellectual property

rights or other liabilities that occur as a result of the

use of this product.

Properties copyrighted by third parties cannot be

used for any purpose other than personal enjoyment

and the like without the permission of the right

holders recognized by copyright law. Always use this

equipment properly.

TEAC Corporation will bear no responsibility for rights

infringements committed by users of this product.

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Items included with this product

This product includes the following 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.

Main unit × 1 Included mics × 1

(left/right pair)

AA alkaline batteries × 4 Owner's Manual × 1

(this document

including warranty)

TASCAM ID registration

guide × 1

Accessories sold separately

This product does not include the following items.

Please purchase any that you need for your uses.

p microSD cards

This is necessary to record and play files with this unit.

This unit can use microSD cards that are Class 10 or high-

er and compatible with SD, SDHC or SDXC standards.

A list of microSD cards that have been confirmed for

use with this unit can be found on the TASCAM website

(https://tascam.jp/int/product/portacapture_x8/docs).

Alternatively, please contact TASCAM customer support

service.

p USB cables (for communication or data transmission)

A USB cable must be prepared to connect this unit to a

computer (Windows/Mac) or smartphone.

This unit has a USB Type-C port.

Prepare a USB cable suitable for the USB port of the com-

puter or smartphone being used.

o USB cables designed only for charging cannot be used.

Connecting to an iOS device with a lightning port

A genuine Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter

and a commercially-available Type-A to Type-C cable

are necessary.

Connecting to a computer or smartphone with a USB

Type-C port

A commercially-available Type-C to Type-C cable is

necessary.

Connecting to a smartphone with a USB micro-B port

A commercially-available micro-B to Type-C cable is

necessary.

Connecting to a computer with a USB Type-A port

A commercially-available Type-A to Type-C cable is

necessary.

p PS-P520U AC adapter

This is necessary to operate this unit using AC power

supply.

NOTE

This unit does not have a battery charging function when

using an AC adapter.

p AK-BT1 Bluetooth adapter

This is necessary to control this unit from a smartphone

using Bluetooth connection.

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Names of Parts

Bluetooth device connector:

Connect and use an AK-BT1 Bluetooth adapter here.(see

“Controlling this unit from a smartphone” on page 16)

The included mics can be connected in two ways.

(see “Connecting the included mics” on page 9)

Input jacks 1/2:

Connect the included mics or other mics that are compat-

ible with plug-in power to use these (3.5mm TRS)

Input jacks 3/4/5/6:

Connect other mics or line output devices to use these

(XLR/TRS)

PEAK indicator REC indicator

Bluetooth device connector Built-in speaker

Tripod mounting

threads

(1/4-inch)

Battery compart-

ment (AA batteries)

Accessory shoe (cold

shoe)

(headphone/speaker)

volume

(headphone) jack

LINE OUT jack

EXT IN jack

Input jack 4

Input jack 3

¤/HOLD

switch

Input jack 6

microSD card slot

USB Type-C port

Input jack 5

HOME [8] button

t/9 button

Wheel

MARK button

REC [0] button

Input jack 1

Touchscreen

Included mics

Input jack 2

Included mics

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Inserting microSD cards

Open the microSD slot cover and insert a microSD card.

NOTE

microSD cards are delicate media.

In order to avoid damaging microSD cards, take the

following precautions when handling them.

o Do not leave them in extremely hot or cold places.

o Do not leave them in extremely humid places.

o Do not let them get wet.

o Do not put things on top of them or twist them.

o Do not hit them.

o Do not remove or insert them during recording, play-

back, data transmission or other access.

o When transporting them, put them into cases, for

example.

The included mics become usable by turning their lock

rings completely until they are tight.

The included mics will not be recognized if their lock

rings have not been turned completely.

Always use the included mics together as a pair.

NOTE

p Reverse these procedures to disconnect the mics.

p The angles of the included mics cannot be adjusted.

p The included mics cannot be rotated.

TIP

Input jacks 1/2 support plug-in power and can be used

to connect lavalier mics with standard 3.5mm (1/8”) TRS

plugs (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND).

Quick Start Guide

Connecting the included mics

The included mics can be connected in two ways.

X-Y connection

This enables recording with a clear stereo field and reduced

phase difference.

A-B stereo connection

This enables recording with a wide left–right stereo field.

1. Connect the mics so that their the metallic discs face

the same direction as the touchscreen.

Metallic disc

X-Y connection A-B stereo connection

2. Turn their locking rings to fix them in place.

Lock ring

X-Y connection A-B stereo connection

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Powering the unit

This unit can be powered in two ways: with AA batteries or

by external power using the USB port.

Using AA batteries

1. Remove the battery compartment cover, and insert 4

AA batteries with their ¥ and ^ marks oriented as

shown.

2. Reattach the battery compartment cover.

NOTE

i This unit cannot recharge Ni-MH batteries. Use a

commercially available recharger.

i The included alkaline batteries are for confirming opera-

tion of the unit and might not last very long.

Using external power

Connect the USB port on the unit to an external power

supply.

This illustration below is an example of connecting a PS-

P520U AC adapter (sold separately) to the unit.

AC outlet

USB-C plug

TASCAM PS-P520U (sold separately)

Type-A to Type-C cable included

with PS-P520U

CAUTION

We highly recommend using the AC adapter designed

for use with this unit (PS-P520U sold separately). When

using another external power supply, use one with the

following specifications.

o Supplied voltage: 5 V

o Supplied current: 1.5A or more

Using an external power supply with specifications other

than the above could cause malfunction, overheating, fire

or other problems.

If anything abnormal occurs, stop use and contact the

retailer where you purchased the unit or a TASCAM cus-

tomer support service to request repair.

NOTE

i If an external power supply that provides current less

than 1.5 A is connected, the unit will automatically enable

the POWER SAVE MODE, restricting some functions.

i When using the factory default setting, if an external

power supply is connected, power from it will be used

even if batteries are also installed.

Power supply settings can be changed with the GENER-

AL SETTINGS screen > POWER/DISPLAY page > POWER

SOURCE SELECT item.

i See the Reference Manual for details.

Turning the power on and off

Turning the power on

Slide the ¤/HOLD switch toward ¤ until the display is

activated. Then, release the switch.

When the unit starts up, the touchscreen display becomes

active.

The first time the unit is started, the LANGUAGE screen will

open. From the second time, the HOME screen of the app

selected on the LAUNCHER screen when the unit was last

turned off will reopen.

Turning the power off

Slide the ¤/HOLD switch toward ¤ until the display is

deactivated. Then, release the switch.

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Setting the language, date and time

Selecting the language

The first time the unit is turned on after purchase, the LAN-

GUAGE screen will open.

1. Swipe the screen vertically to find the desired language.

Options

ENGLISH: Use English (default setting)

日本語: Use Japanese

FRANCAIS: Use French

ESPAÑOL: Use Spanish

DEUTSCH: Use German

ITALIANO: Use Italian

中文: Use Chinese

한글: Use Korean

русский язык: Use Russian

2. Tap the desired language to set it.

NOTE

The language setting can be set again using the GENERAL

SETTINGS screen > SYSTEM page > LANGUAGE item.

See the

Reference Manual for details.

Setting the date and time

After setting the language and whenever the date and time

has been reset, the DATE/TIME screen will open to enable

setting them.

1. Touch and swipe the numbers to set the date and time.

2. Tap the SET button to confirm the settings.

NOTE

i After the date and time are set, the format confirmation

screen will open if a microSD card that requires format-

ting is loaded.

i Date and time settings can also be changed using the GEN-

ERAL SETTINGS screen > SYSTEM page > DATE/TIME item.(see

“GENERAL SETTINGS screen” on page 15)

Formatting (initializing) microSD cards

The following message will appear if an unformatted card is

loaded.

Tap QUICK FORMAT or ERASE FORMAT to start formatting.

e

p We recommend using ERASE FORMAT when formatting

microSD cards the first time they are used with this unit.

p After formatting completes successfully, the LAUNCHER

(app selection) screen will open.

CAUTION

Formatting will erase all data on a microSD card.

Back up to a computer, for example before formatting a

card.

NOTE

i Formatting can also be executed using the GENERAL

SETTINGS screen > SYSTEM page > MEDIA FORMAT item.

(see “GENERAL SETTINGS screen” on page 15)

i Using the ERASE FORMAT option might improve writing

performance that has decreased due to repeated use.

If “Write error REC continue” or “Card slow Check BOF

MARK” appears during recording, format the card using

the ERASE FORMAT option.

i ERASE FORMAT checks the memory for errors while

formatting, so it takes more time than QUICK FORMAT.

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Basic screen operations

Functions can be set and adjusted by tapping, swiping and

sliding on the touchscreen of this unit.

The first time the unit is started, after setting the language,

date and time, the LAUNCHER screen will open.

The LAUNCHER screen can be used to launch various record-

ing apps and setting screens.

Launching recording apps

1. As shown in the illustration below, swipe the middle of

the screen to select the app to launch.

App name

Icon

2. Tap its icon to launch the app.

The recording app HOME screen will open.

Shortcut Menu

button

Status bar

Recording level

MASTER level

Remaining

battery

charge

MANUAL recording app example

Switching screens

Tap the name of the screen at the bottom of the display to

switch to it.

Returning to the LAUNCHER screen

1. Tap the Shortcut Menu button at the top of the screen.

Shortcut

Menu button

The Shortcut Menu will open at the bottom of the

screen.

2. Tap the LAUNCHER icon in the Shortcut Menu.

LAUNCHER

icon

Shortcut

Menu

The LAUNCHER screen will reopen.

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Recording and playing files

Recording

To record, open the recording app shown on the LAUNCHER screen that suits the type of recording (see “Recording apps” on

page 15).

After launching the recording app, the input levels of each track and their mix must also be set in order to conduct recording at

suitable levels.

This unit has a Recording Guide function designed to prevent users from accidentally skipping important steps or doing them

out of order. This function can only be used with the MANUAL app. (When shipped new the Recording Guide function is on by

default.)

After the MANUAL app is launched, operation procedures will be shown. Follow their instructions to make adjustments.

When the Recording Guide function is active, setting screens open in the following order, enabling settings to be made in the

correct sequence.

HOME screen

INPUT screen

MIXER screen HOME screen

eee

Set input levels

Balance the mix

Record

NOTE

i By default (Recording Guide function activated), recording cannot be started before proceeding through the guided steps

to the MIXER screen.

i If the Recording Guide function is not needed, open the MANUAL app HOME screen, press the Shortcut Menu, and set

“RECORDING GUIDE” t o “OFF”. This enables recording to be started from other screens in addition to the MIXER screen.

i See

“Recording operation flow” on page 17

for differences in recording operations when the Recording Guide function is on

or off.

In this manual, recording procedures are explained for the

MANUAL app (with the Recording Guide function on), which

is the basic way to use the unit.

See the Reference Manual for explanations of recording

procedures using other apps.

Procedure 1: Launch the recording app

1. Launch the MANUAL app on the LAUNCHER screen.

The recording app HOME screen will open.

Procedure 2: Set input levels

1. Press the REC [0] button on the unit.

The REC indicator will blink.

2. Tap INPUT at the bottom right of the screen to open the

INPUT screen.

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3. Tap MIC or numbers 3 to 6 to turn the recording tracks

on/off.

Input

settings

Gain levels

Input on/off

status

Tracks shown with red backgrounds will be recorded.

4. Slide the track GAIN faders to adjust their input

levels.

While watching the level meters, adjust the GAIN faders

until the highest that the meters reach is about −12 dB.

NOTE

If an input level exceeds –2 dB, the PEAK indicator on the

unit will light.

Procedure 3: Set the mixer

1. Tap MIXER at the bottom left of the screen to open the

MIXER screen.

2. Slide the faders of each track to adjust the balance of

levels sent to the MASTER.

MASTER

LEVEL setting

PAN settings

Faders

MASTER

level

p If the input level is too low the recorded sound will be

quiet, but if it is too high the sound will be distorted (or

break up).

Procedure 4: Start recording

1. Press the REC [0] button to start recording.

When recording starts, the REC indicator will light.

2. Press the HOME [8] button to stop recording.

When recording stops, the REC indicator will become

unlit.

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Starting playback

Press the 7/9 button to start playback.

NOTE

To listen to the playback sound through the built-

in speaker, set the GENERAL SETTINGS screen > I/O

SETTINGS page > SPEAKER item to ON. This is set to OFF

when shipped new from the factory.

Pausing playback

During playback, press the 7/9 or HOME [8] button to

pause playback.

Press the 7/9 button again to resume playback.

Stopping playback

Press the HOME [8] button when paused or playing to

return to the beginning of the file.

NOTE

See the Reference Manual for explanations of the other

playback functions.

Listening with headphones

Connect headphones to the (headphone) jack.

CAUTION

Before connecting headphones, lower the (head-

phone/speaker) volume control to the minimum level.

Failure to do so might cause sudden loud noises, which

could harm your hearing or result in other trouble.

Adjusting the volume

Use the (headphone/speaker) volume control to adjust

the volume output from the built-in speaker and head-

phones.

Useful features

Here are examples of some functions. See the Reference

Manual for details about use and other functions.

LAUNCHER

The LAUNCHER can be used to launch recording apps and

open setting screens.

To GENERAL

SETTINGS

screen

Recording app

Recording apps

The following apps for typical recording situations are avail-

able.

MANUAL This is the basic app of the unit. Multitrack

recording of up to six channels is possible.

VOICE This recording app is good for capturing

interviews and meetings.

PODCAST This app is good for recording podcasts with

up to four people.

MUSIC This recording app is good for easily captur-

ing instrumental and vocal performances.

FIELD This recording app is good for recording

outdoors.

ASMR The screen effect changes in response to the

input sound in this app.

NOTE

The designs and functions of apps and other features

could change with firmware updates.

GENERAL SETTINGS screen

Tap items to make detailed settings for the unit.

See the Reference Manual for information about all the

settings.

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Controlling this unit from a smartphone

When an AK-BT1 Bluetooth adapter is connected to the

Bluetooth device connector of this unit, this unit can be con-

trolled from an iOS/Android device using a controller app.

See the Reference Manual for how to connect the AK-BT1

Bluetooth adapter (sold separately) to this unit and how to

install and use the controller app.

Connecting cameras

The following functions can be used when connected to a

Digital SLR camera.

p Output slate tones and set levels

p Lower the LINE OUT jack output level to suit the camera

TIP

Slate tones are signals input simultaneously into both the

audio of video files and the files recorded by this unit. They

can be used to synchronize audio when editing video files.

Digital SLR camera

LINE OUT jack

Connecting computers and smartphones

by USB

The following functions can be used when connected by

USB to a computer (Windows/Mac) or smartphone.

p Use the unit as a USB mic

p Simultaneously record to a computer while recording on

the microSD card in the unit (backup recording)

p Monitor sound from the computer

p Add sound through the unit’s mics to sound playing on

the computer and stream it live on the Internet (loopback)

p Use as a microSD card reader (when connected to a

computer only)

NOTE

A USB cable (sold separately) must be prepared to con-

nect this unit to a computer or smartphone.(see “Accesso-

ries sold separately” on page 7)

ComputerUSB cable

USB Type-C port

music

MIC

music

MIC

Mics (included

or other)

Computer

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Recording operation flow

This unit has Recording Guide1 and REC Pause2 functions. Depending on their on/off settings, pressing buttons will have the following effects.

Recording Guide function on REC Pause function off

Monitoring input signal

Stopped

REC indicator unlit

Recording Guide

active

(only available in

MANUAL app)

REC indicator blinking

Recording

REC indicator lit

Recording Guide function on REC Pause function on

Monitoring input signal

Stopped

REC indicator unlit

Recording Guide

active

(only available in

MANUAL app)

REC indicator blinking

Recording paused

REC indicator blinking

Recording

REC indicator lit

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Recording Guide function off REC Pause function off

Monitoring input signal

Stopped

REC indicator unlit

Recording

REC indicator lit

Recording Guide function off REC Pause function on

Monitoring input signal

Stopped

REC indicator unlit

Recording paused

REC indicator blinking

Recording

REC indicator lit

1 The Recording Guide function can only be used with the MANUAL app. With apps other than the MANUAL app, the Recording Guide function will be disabled regardless of its on/off setting.

2 This unit has a REC Pause function that causes it to start monitoring the input signal when the REC [0] button is pressed. This function can be used with all recording apps.

The REC Pause function can be used to reduce power consumption when recording is stopped. In addition, a recording can be started and paused repeatedly without stopping to save it as a

single file.

The REC Pause function is off when shipped new from the factory.

When the REC Pause function is off, the input signal is always monitored when a recording app is active.

When the REC Pause function is on, the input signal is only monitored when the Recording Guide function is active, recording is paused or recording is in progress.

The REC Pause function can be set on the GENERAL SETTINGS screen > REC SETTINGS page.

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Troubleshooting

If you are having trouble with the operation of this unit,

please check 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

p Confirm that the ¤/HOLD switch is not set to HOLD.

p Confirm that batteries are installed correctly.

p Confirm that the TASCAM PS-P520U AC adapter (sold sep-

arately) power plug and the USB connector are securely

connected. The unit might not operate properly through

a USB hub.

The unit turns off automatically

p Confirm that the automatic power saving function is

disabled.

o The automatic power saving function can be turned

on/off using the GENERAL SETTINGS screen > POWER/

DISPLAY page > AUTO POWER SAVE item.

o Since this unit complies with the European Standby

Power Regulations (ErP), the automatic power saving

function operates regardless of whether the unit is

being powered by an AC adapter or batteries. If you do

not want to use the automatic power saving function,

set it to "OFF". (The factory default setting is "30 min".)

Operation is not possible using the unit controls

p Confirm that the ¤/HOLD switch is not set to HOLD.

p When the microSD card reader function is active on the

display, other operation is not possible.

The microSD card is not recognized

p Confirm that the microSD card is inserted completely.

No sound is output

p Confirm the unit's headphone/speaker output level.

p Check the monitoring system connections and volume

level.

p No sound is output from the speaker in the following

conditions.

o The (headphone/speaker) volume is set to “0”.

o GENERAL SETTINGS screen > I/O SETTINGS page

> SPEAKER is set to “OFF”(see “GENERAL SETTINGS

screen” on page 15)

o The unit is recording or in recording standby

o The LINE OUT or headphones jack is in use.

Recording is not possible

p Confirm that the microSD card has enough open space.

p Recording becomes impossible when the total number of

files reaches 5000.

The input sound is extremely quiet or loud

p Check input level settings.(see “Recording and playing

files” on page 13)

p Check the output levels of connected external equip-

ment.

A file cannot be deleted

p A protected (read only) file cannot be erased.

This unit’s files do not appear on the computer

p Confirm that the unit is properly connected to the

computer using its USB port. The unit might not operate

properly if connected through a USB hub.

p Confirm that the unit screen shows “microSD card reader”.

The wrong language was set accidentally

p Slide the ¤/HOLD switch toward the ¤ icon until

the unit turns off. Then, while pressing and holding the

HOME [8] button, slide the ¤/HOLD switch toward

the ¤ icon again.

The language selection menu will appear, and you will be

able to select the language.

Noise is occurring

p If this unit is near a TV, radio, power amplifier or other

device with a large transformer, noise could occur with

this unit or other devices nearby.(see “Precautions for

placement and use” on page 20)

The built-in speaker volume is low

p Turn the (headphone/speaker) volume in the direc-

tion that increases the number.

p If input levels were low during recording, it might be

difficult to hear even when the speaker is at its maximum

volume. If the maximum input level during recording

is close to 0 dB, the built-in speaker will output at near

maximum volume

p If more volume is needed, connect an external speaker

with a built-in amp or an amp with a speaker connected

to it.

The date/time is incorrect

p They can be set again using the GENERAL SETTINGS

screen > SYSTEM page > DATE/TIME item.(see “GENERAL

SETTINGS screen” on page 15)

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Precautions for placement and use

p The operating temperature range of this unit is 0–40 °C.

p 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

Next to a window or in another location exposed to

direct sunlight

Near heaters or other extremely hot places

Extremely cold places

Very humid or poorly ventilated places

Very dusty places

Places exposed directly to rain or other water

p If this unit is placed near a power amplifier or other de-

vice with a large transformer, it could cause a hum. If this

occurs, increase the distance between this unit and the

other device.

p 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.

p This unit might produce noise if a mobile phone or other

wireless device is used nearby to make calls or send or re-

ceive signals. If this occurs, increase the distance between

this unit and those devices or turn them off.

p Do not place this unit on top of a power amplifier or other

device that generates heat.

Beware of condensation

Condensation could occur if the unit is moved from a cold

place to a warm place, it is used immediately after a cold

room has been heated or it is otherwise exposed to a sud-

den temperature change. To prevent this, or if this occurs, let

the unit sit for one or two hours at the new room tempera-

ture before using it.

Cleaning the unit

Use a dry soft cloth to wipe the unit clean. Do not wipe with

chemical cleaning cloths, thinner, alcohol or other chemical

agents. Doing so could damage the surface or cause discol-

oration.

About TASCAM customer support service

TASCAM products are supported and warrantied only in

their country/region of purchase.

To receive support after purchase, on the TASCAM Distrib-

utors list page of the TEAC Global Site (https://teac-global.

com/), search for the local company or representative for the

region where you purchased the product and contact that

organization.

When making inquiries, the address (URL) of the shop or

web shop where it was purchased and the purchase date are

required. Moreover, the warranty card and proof of purchase

might also be necessary.

Specifications/rated values

Recorder specifications

Recording media

microSD card (64 MB – 2 GB)

microSDHC card (4 GB – 32 GB)

microSDXC card (48 GB – 512 GB)

Recording/playback formats

WAV (BWF):

44.1/48/96/192kHz, 16/24-bit or 32-bit float

MP3: 44.1/48kHz, 128/192/256/320kbps

Number of channels

Input channels: 6 channels maximum

Recording tracks: 8 tracks maximum

Analog audio input ratings

Mic inputs (balanced)

Input jacks 3/4/5/6 (input set to “MIC”)

Connectors:

XLR-3-31 equivalent(1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)

6.3mm (1/4”) standard TRS jacks ( Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD,

Sleeve: GND)

(phantom power supported by XLR only)

Input impedance: 2.2 kΩ or higher

Maximum input level: +2 dBu

Minimum input level: −75 dBu

Input jacks 3/4/5/6 (input set to “LINE”)

Connectors:

XLR-3-31 equivalent(1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)

6.3mm (1/4”) standard TRS jacks

Input impedance: 9 kΩ or higher

Nominal input level: +4 dBu

(GAIN setting at minimum)

Maximum input level: +24 dBu

Minimum input level: −53 dBu

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