Denon DN-F20R User manual

PORTABLE IC RECORDER
DN-F20R
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
MODE D’EMPLOI
INSTRUCCIONES DE OPERACIÓN
PORTABLE IC RECORDER DN-F20R
STOP FWDREW PLAY/PAUSE
L / MONO - MIC - R IN - LINE - OUT
REC LEVEL
REC KEY HOLD
ENTER
MODE
TIME
MIC LINE
SELECTOR
OFF ON OFF ON
LOW CUT LIMITER
MICINPUT MIC MIC
0 -20dB
ATTENUATOR
FOR ENGLISH READERS PAGE 2 ~ PAGE 33
POUR LES LECTEURS FRANCAIS PAGE 2, 34 ~ PAGE 63
PARA LECTORES DE ESPAÑOL PAGINA 2, 64 ~ PAGINA 93
“SERIAL NO.
PLEASE RECORD UNIT SERIAL NUMBER ATTACHED TO THE REAR OF THE
CABINET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE”

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2SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
2NOTE ON USE / OBSERVATIONS RELATIVES A L’UTILISATION / NOTAS SOBRE EL USO
• Avoid high temperatures.
Allow for sufficient heat dispersion when
installed on a rack.
• Eviter des températures élevées.
Tenir compte d’une dispersion de chaleur
suffisante lors de l’installation sur une étagère.
• Evite altas temperaturas.
Permite la suficiente dispersión del calor
cuando está instalado en la consola.
• Handle the power cord carefully.
Hold the plug when unplugging the cord.
• Manipuler le cordon d’alimentation avec
précaution.
Tenir la prise lors du débranchement du
cordon.
• Maneje el cordón de energía con cuidado.
Sostenga el enchufe cuando desconecte el
cordón de energía.
• Keep the set free from moisture, water, and dust.
• Protéger l’appareil contre l’humidité, l’eau et la
poussière.
• Mantenga el equipo libre de humedad, agua y
polvo.
• Unplug the power cord when not using the set
for long periods of time.
• Débrancher le cordon d’alimentation lorsque
l’appareil n’est pas utilisé pendant de longues
périodes.
• Desconecte el cordón de energía cuando no
utilice el equipo por mucho tiempo.
* (For sets with ventilation holes)
• Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.
• Ne pas obstruer les trous d’aération.
• No obstruya los orificios de ventilación.
• Do not let foreign objects in the set.
• Ne pas laisser des objets étrangers dans
l’appareil.
• No deje objetos extraños dentro del equipo.
• Do not let insecticides, benzene, and thinner
come in contact with the set.
• Ne pas mettre en contact des insecticides, du
benzène et un diluant avec l’appareil.
• No permita el contacto de insecticidas, gasolina y
diluyentes con el equipo.
• Never disassemble or modify the set in any way.
• Ne jamais démonter ou modifier l’appareil d’une
manière ou d’une autre.
• Nunca desarme o modifique el equipo de ninguna
manera.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO
USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended
to alert the user to the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG
TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
ATTENTION
POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, INTERODUIRE LA
LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE
CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU’ AU
FOND.
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.
This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du
Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
•DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We declare under our sole responsibility that this product,
to which this declaration relates, is in conformity with the
following standards:
EN60950, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 and
EN61000-3-3.
Following the provisions of 73/23/EEC, 89/336/EEC and
93/68/EEC Directive.
•DECLARATION DE CONFORMITE
Nous déclarons sous notre seule responsabilité que
l’appareil, auquel se réfère cette déclaration, est
conforme aux standards suivants:
EN60950, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 et EN61000-
3-3.
D’après les dispositions de la Directive 73/23/EEC,
89/336/EEC et 93/68/EEC.
•DECLARACIÓN DE CONFORMIDAD
Declaramos bajo nuestra exclusiva responsabilidad que
este producto al que hace referencia esta declaración,
está conforme con los siguientes estándares:
EN60950, EN55013, EN55020, EN61000-3-2 y EN61000-
3-3.
Siguiendo las provisiones de las Directivas 73/23/EEC,
89/336/EEC y 93/68/EEC.
FRANÇAIS ESPAÑOL

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read Instructions – All the safety and operating
instructions should be read before the appliance is
operated.
2. Retain Instructions – The safety and operating instructions
should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings – All warnings on the appliance and in the
operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions – All operating and use instructions
should be followed.
5. Water and Moisture – The appliance should not be used
near water – for example, near a bathtub, washbowl,
kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool, and the like.
6. Carts and Stands – The appliance should be used only with
a cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer.
6A. An appliance and cart
combination should be
moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive
force, and uneven
surfaces may cause
the appliance and cart
combination to overturn.
7. Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The appliance should be
mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the
manufacturer.
8. Ventilation – The appliance should be situated so that its
location or position does not interfere with its proper
ventilation. For example, the appliance should not be
situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may
block the ventilation openings; or, placed in a built-in
installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede
the flow of air through the ventilation openings.
9. Heat – The appliance should be situated away from heat
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
10. Power Sources – The appliance should be connected to a
power supply only of the type described in the operating
instructions or as marked on the appliance.
11. Grounding or Polarization – Precautions should be taken so
that the grounding or polarization means of an appliance is
not defeated.
12. Power-Cord Protection – Power-supply cords should be
routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or
pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying
particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
appliance.
14. Cleaning – The appliance should be cleaned only as
recommended by the manufacturer.
15. Power Lines – An outdoor antenna should be located away
from power lines.
16. Outdoor Antenna Grounding – If an outside antenna is
connected to the receiver, be sure the antenna system is
grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage
surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides
information with regard to proper grounding of the mast
and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to
an antenna-discharge unit, size of grounding conductors,
location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding
electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.
See Figure A.
17. Nonuse Periods – The power cord of the appliance should
be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long
period of time.
18. Object and Liquid Entry – Care should be taken so that
objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the
enclosure through openings.
19. Damage Requiring Service – The appliance should be
serviced by qualified service personnel when:
A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged;
or
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the
appliance; or
C. The appliance has been exposed to rain; or
D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or
exhibits a marked change in performance; or
E. The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure
damaged.
20. Servicing – The user should not attempt to service the
appliance beyond that described in the operating
instructions. All other servicing should be referred to
qualified service personnel.
FIGURE A
EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING
AS PER NATIONAL
ELECTRICAL CODE ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
GROUND
CLAMP
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

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2ACCESSORIES
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Check that the following parts are included in addition to the main unit:
1FEATURES
zFeatures.......................................................................................4
xPower supply...........................................................................5, 6
cIC memory cards.....................................................................7~9
vPreset mode ........................................................................10, 11
bSetting the internal clock...........................................................12
nPart Names and Functions..................................................13~15
mPlayback...............................................................................16, 17
,Recording ............................................................................18~23
.Editing and erasing files ......................................................24~26
⁄0 Other operations..................................................................27, 28
⁄1 Troubleshooting ...................................................................29~31
⁄2 Parallel remote jack ...................................................................32
⁄3 Specifications.............................................................................33
qOperating instructions ..............................................................1
wWarranty ( for North America model only ) ..............................1
eSoft cover .................................................................................1
rStrap .........................................................................................1
tAC adaptor (AA-24)...................................................................1
yAC cord.....................................................................................1
1. The DN-F20R uses IC memory cards as the recording medium,
achieving a highly reliable design with no moving mechanisms.
2. The set uses the MPEG format, an international standard for high
compression and high sound quality.
3. The DN-F20R is also compatible with linear PCM recording (WAVE
file recording).
4. The set is equipped with XLR microphone input terminals.
5. Despite being equipped with XLR terminals, the DN-F20R is a
small A5 size, so it is easy to carry around.
6. IC memory cards containing recorded sources are recorded in
DOS (16 bit FAT) file format, so they can be edited on PC systems
(*1).
(*1) Using an ATA adaptor for insertion into PCMCIA slots.
7. The audio quality (recording bit rate) can be selected according to
the application so that cards can be used efficiently.
8. The DN-F20R uses LR6 (AA size) alkaline batteries that can easily
be found when traveling.
(North America and Canada models) (Europe and Asia models) (U.K. model)

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Use LR6 (AA size) alkaline batteries in the DN-F20R.
Do not use manganese batteries, as they may generate heat.
[1] Battery type
2POWER SUPPLY
2The DN-F20R can be powered using commercially available batteries or the included AC adaptor.
About batteries
[2] Inserting the batteries
Battery usage time
• The set will operate approximately 4 hours on new batteries
with one memory card and in the normal recording mode.
• When the battery power gets low, the battery mark
appears on the display window.
Once the battery mark appears, the set can used for about 10
more minutes. Replace the batteries with new ones soon.
The usage times are rough guides, and may be longer or
shorter depending on the temperature and the type of battery.
Be sure to turn off the set’s power and unplug the AC adaptor
before replacing the batteries.
If the set detects that the battery power is low within several
minutes after the power is turned on, the power may turn off
immediately.
Cautions on batteries
• Use LR6 (AA size) alkaline batteries in the DN-F20R.
• Be sure to insert the batteries in the proper direction, following
the <and >marks indicated in the battery compartment.
• To avoid damage or leakage of fluid:
• Do not use new batteries together with used batteries or use
different types of batteries together.
• Do not short-circuit, take apart, heat or dispose of batteries in
flames.
• Remove the batteries when you do not plan to use the set for
long periods of time.
• Remove spent batteries from the set immediately.
• Should the batteries leak, carefully wipe off the fluid from inside
the battery compartment, then insert new batteries.
• If a battery’s alkaline fluid should leak and get in your eyes or on
your skin or clothes, this could cause blindness or injury. If this
should happen, rinse thoroughly with clean water and consult a
physician immediately.
1Open the lid of the battery compartment.
• Slide the lever on the set’s bottom panel in the direction of
arrow q, then remove the battery compartment lid in the
direction of arrow w.
2Insert the batteries.
• Insert the LR6 (AA size) alkaline batteries (6 batteries) in
the directions indicated by the marks in the battery
compartment.
3Close the lid.
• Slide the lever in the direction of arrow q, then set the
battery compartment lid back in its original position.
q
w
q

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Connecting the AC adaptor
AC adaptor
Cautions on using the AC adaptor
• Only use the included AC adaptor.
• Be sure to turn the set’s power switch off when connecting or
disconnecting the AC adaptor.
• The set or the IC memory card could be damaged if the set’s
power is turned on when the AC adaptor is connected or
disconnected.
Turn the set’s power switch off.
OFF ON
POWER
PARALLEL
REMOTE PHONES MONITOR
VOL.
MIN MAX
OFF ON
POWER
DC IN
1
Plug the AC cord’s FEMALE PLUG into the AC input side of
the AC adaptor.
Example: North America model
2
Plug the AC adaptor’s DC plug into the set’s DC jack.
3
Plug the AC cord into a power outlet.
Example: North America model
4
Check that the display is off.
AUTO POWER OFF function is not available when the set is
operated with the AC adaptor.

Recording mode Recording bit rate Approx. recording time Formula
LINEAR PCM 768 kbps, STEREO (=2ch) 2.8 min 32 x 1024 x 8 ÷ 768 ÷ 2 ÷ 60 = 2.8
768 kbps, MONO (=1ch) 5.6 min 32 x 1024 x 8 ÷ 768 ÷ 1 ÷ 60 = 5.6
MPEG1*1128 kbps, STEREO (=2ch) 17 min 32 x 1024 x 8 ÷ 128 ÷ 2 ÷ 60 = 17
128 kbps, MONO (=1ch) 34 min 32 x 1024 x 8 ÷ 128 ÷ 1 ÷ 60 = 34
MPEG2*264 kbps, STEREO (=2ch) 34 min 32 x 1024 x 8 ÷ 64 ÷ 2 ÷ 60 = 34
64 kbps, MONO (=1ch) 68 min 32 x 1024 x 8 ÷ 64 ÷ 1 ÷ 60 = 68
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3IC MEMORY CARDS
Cards to be used (recording media)
2The DN-F20R uses IC memory cards as the recording medium. Denon IC memory cards are sold separately.
2In addition to Denon IC memory cards, we also recommend the following SanDisk Compact Flash™ (*1) cards:
Note
• The DN-F20R accesses (reads and writes) large amounts of
audio data on the IC memory card in real time.
In order to process this data, the IC memory card itself must
offer sufficiently high access speed.
If cards other than Denon IC memory cards or the
recommended Compact Flash cards are used, it may happen
that the IC memory card’s access speed is too slow, in which
case recordings may randomly stop or normal recording may
not be possible. Also, the set may not be able to properly
identify cards other than the recommended Compact Flash
cards.
SanDisk
Model Capacity
SDCFB-32 132MB
SDCFB-40 140MB
SDCFB-48 148MB
SDCFB-64 164MB
SDCFB-80 180MB
(*1) Compact Flash™ is a registered trademark of SanDisk.
The above table is valid as of February, 2000. Some cards
may no longer be produced or sold.
Recording time
The recordable time on the DN-F20R depends on the card capacity and recording bit rate.
A formula for roughly calculating the recording time and examples are provided below.
2Calculating the recording time (approximate)
Card capacity (MB) x 1024 (kByte) x 8 (bit) = Card capacity (kbit)
Card capacity (kbit) ÷ Recording bit rate (kbps) ÷ Number of channels = Recording time (sec)
Recording time (sec) ÷ 60 = Recording time (min)
Example: With a 32 MB card
*1ISO/IEC 11172-3 MPEG1 Layer2 16bit Fs = 48kHz
*2ISO/IEC 13813-3 MPEG2 Layer2 16bit Fs = 24kHz
The recording time may decrease if small files of about 10 kB or less in size are created.
Formatting
2Format type
The DN-F20R is only compatible with the 16-bit FAT format. Attempting to use cards formatted in the 12-bit FAT format will result in card
errors. If this happens, format the card on the DN-F20R (note that when this is done any data on the card is deleted). The set automatically
formats cards in the 16-bit FAT format. Also note that when 12-bit FAT cards are formatted in 16-bit FAT format on the DN-F20R, some PC
applications may no longer be able to recognize them.
2Cluster size
The cluster size is the smallest unit of data when writing on IC memory cards.
The cluster size may change when cards are formatted on PCs or any devices other than the DN-F20R.
To ensure proper recording, the set carefully checks not only the card’s own access speed but also the cluster size. Changing the cluster size
may result in card errors, even when using a recommended card. If this happens, format the card on the DN-F20R.
2Double recording (1 & 2 REC card mode)
Even higher speed is required for double recording, so be sure to use recommended IC memory cards of the same maker, the same model
(capacity) and the same cluster size for double recording.
As long as the cards’ manufacturer and cluster size are the same, recording may be possible even if the models (capacities) are different.
If recording is not possible, either the recording will stop or an error message will be displayed when recording starts.

Standard directory names This unit’s display Automatically given audio file names
MPGLANG0 DIR0 0001.mpg (or 0001.wav) ~ 0999.mpg (or 0999.wav)
MPGLANG1 DIR1 1001.mpg (or 1001.wav) ~ 1999.mpg (or 1999.wav)
MPGLANG2 DIR2 2001.mpg (or 2001.wav) ~ 2999.mpg (or 2999.wav)
MPGLANG3 DIR3 3001.mpg (or 3001.wav) ~ 3999.mpg (or 3999.wav)
MPGLANG4 DIR4 4001.mpg (or 4001.wav) ~ 4999.mpg (or 4999.wav)
MPGLANG5 DIR5 5001.mpg (or 5001.wav) ~ 5999.mpg (or 5999.wav)
MPGLANG6 DIR6 6001.mpg (or 6001.wav) ~ 6999.mpg (or 6999.wav)
MPGLANG7 DIR7 7001.mpg (or 7001.wav) ~ 7999.mpg (or 7999.wav)
MPGLANG8 DIR8 8001.mpg (or 8001.wav) ~ 8999.mpg (or 8999.wav)
MPGLANG9 DIR9 9001.mpg (or 9001.wav) ~ 9999.mpg (or 9999.wav)
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Directories and file organization
2When the set’s power is turned on or a card is inserted, the set checks the card. If the standard directories listed below are not in the IC
memory card’s root directory at this time, they are created automatically.
2The default directory is “MPGLANG1”. Use the “•” and “ª” buttons to select the directory. When recording, the files are automatically
given names consisting of the last digit of the directory name and a number from 001 to 999.
If there are over 999 files or a file named “x999.mpg” (or “x999.wav”) in a directory, it is no longer possible to record in that directory.
Audio files in directories other than the ones listed above are not recognized by the set.
Audio file names are given the extension “mpg” for MPEG files, “wav” for linear PCM files.
The automatically given audio file names can be changed. (See page 24.)
A maximum of 255 directories and files can be created in the root directory. An error results if the above directories cannot be created in
the root directory.

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Loading memory cards
PORTABLE IC RECORDER
DN-F20R
PUSH
-60-40-30-20-12-6-20
OVER
S
TOTAL
R
12
CARDINSLOT1:
-60-40-30-20-12-6-20
OVER
S
TOTAL
R
12
-60-40-30-20-12-6-20
OVER
S
TOTAL
R
12
Removing memory cards
PORTABLE IC RECORDER
DN-F20R
PUSH
CARDINSLOT1:
-60-40-30-20-12-6-20
OVER
ST
TOTAL
R
12
-60-40-30-20-12-6-20
OVER
S
TOTAL
R
12
CARDINSLOT1:
-60-40-30-20-12-6-20
OVER
ST
TOTAL
R
12
Cautions on loading and ejecting cards
• Never remove a card from a slot while the slot’s access mark
“ ” is lit on the display window. Removing the card while
the mark is lit may damage the set or the card.
• Do not load or eject cards while “HELLO” is displayed on the
display window after the power is turned on.
• It is not possible to close the card slot cover when the eject
lever is raised. Trying to force it will result in damage. Be sure
to lower the eject lever by pushing it to the left before closing
the card slot cover.
• Be sure to load cards securely so that they do not fall out due
to vibrations, etc.
• If possible, only load or eject cards when the power is off.
• If you must eject a card while the power on, check that the slot
is not in use before doing so.
• Even after turning the power off, wait until the display turns
completely off before loading or ejecting cards.
Cautions on handling IC memory cards
• Do not disassemble or modify cards.
• Do not touch the terminals with your fingers or with metal
objects.
• Do not bend, drop or subject to shock.
• Avoid heat and moisture.
• Do not use misshapen cards. Doing so may damage the card
slot.
Open the card slot cover.
• Press on the upper left corner of the cover to unlock and
open it.
1
Insert the memory card.
• The upper card slot is slot 1, the lower card slot is slot 2.
Be sure to insert the cards in the proper direction.
2
Lower the eject lever by pushing it to the leftr.
3
Close the card slot cover.
• The cover locks when it is pushed in.
4
Open the card slot cover.
• Press on the upper left corner of the cover to unlock and
open it.
1
Lift the eject lever.
• Lift the eject lever on the left side of the card slot to be
removed.
2
Press the eject lever.
• When pressed, the card is pushed out. Grasp the card and
remove it.
3
CARDINSLOT1:
-60-40-30-20-12-6-20
OVER
S
TOTAL
R
12

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4PRESET MODE
Preset items
1. REC FORM: Recording mode (compression/decompression and stereo/mono) settings
LINEAR 48kHz STEREO / LINEAR 48kHz MONO / *MPEG 48kHz (Hi) STEREO / MPEG 48kHz (Hi) MONO / MPEG 24kHz (Lo) STEREO /
MPEG 24kHz (Lo) MONO
2. REC BIT RATE: Bit rate setting for file recording
24kHz = 16k / 24k / 32k / 40k / 48k / *64k
48kHz = 64k / *128k
3. FILE SORT: File sorting order (file name/date recorded, ascending or descending) setting
*FILE NAME <UP> / FILE NAME <DOWN> / FILE DATE <UP> / FILE DATE <DOWN>
4. DATE/TIME ADJ: Internal clock date and time setting
1999/01/01 ~ *2000/01/01 ~ 2098/12/31
5. REC CARD MODE: Card recording method (relay recording or double recording) setting
*1→2 or 2→1 REC / 1&2 REC
6. PLAY MODE: Play mode setting
*CONTINUOUS PLAY / SINGLE PLAY
7. AUTO POWER OFF: Auto power off time setting (Valid only in battery operation.)
OFF / 1min / *5min / 10min
8. BACK LIGHT TIMER: Back light time setting
CONTINUOUS / 5sec / *10sec
9. MODE LOCK: Mode setting lock or unlock
LOCK / *UNLOCK
(*) Default setting
2Before using the set, preset the various options according to the inteded usage.
The preset settings are stored in the memory even when the power is turned off.
Preset operations
2The preset options can only be set in the stop mode.
Use the following buttons for preset operations:
PORTABLE IC RECORDER DN-F20R
STOP FWDREW PLAY/PAUSE
L / MONO - MIC - R IN - LINE - OUT
REC LEVEL
REC KEY HOLD
ENTER
MODE
TIME
MIC LINE
SELECTOR
OFF ON OFF ON
LOW CUT LIMITER
MICINPUT MIC MIC
0 -20dB
ATTENUATOR
MODE button
• The preset mode is set when this button is pressed in the stop mode.
• When pressed in the preset mode, preset mode is canceled.
ENTER button
• Press this button while a preset item is displayed to set the preset
value selection mode.
• Press this button while in the preset value selection mode to set the
item to the selected value and turn off the preset mode.
•and ªbuttons
• Press these buttons while a preset item is displayed to move to the
previous or next item.
• Press these buttons while in the preset value selection mode to
select the preset value.
REW (8/6) and FWD (7/9) buttons
• Use these buttons when setting the bit rate and internal clock.

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2Set the preset items according to your usage purpose using the button operational flow chart described below.
Press the MODE button to cancel the preset mode.
*1Some selections may not be possible depending on whether cards are loaded, whether files are present, and other conditions.
*2The “MODE LOCK” setting is provided so that modes cannot be changed accidentally. When “LOCK” is set for “MODE LOCK”, it is
not possible to set other modes by pressing the MODE button unless “MODE LOCK” is set back to “UNLOCK”.
REC FORM
STOP mode
REC BIT RATE
FILE NAME
< UP >
1/2 or 2/1
1 & 2
SINGLE PLAY
CONTINUOUS PLAY
OFF
CONTINUOUS
FILE SORT
DATE/TIME ADJ
REC CARD MODE
PLAY MODE
FILE NAME EDIT
FILE ERASE
DIR ERASE
AUTO POWER OFF
CARD FORMAT
BACK LIGHT TIMER
MAKE INDEX FILE
ª
•
LINEAR 48kHz STEREO
ª
•
LINEAR 48kHz MONO
ª
•
MPEG 48kHz STEREO
ª
•
MPEG 48kHz MONO
ª
•
MPEG 24kHz STEREO
ª
•
ª
•
FILE NAME < DOWN >
ª
•
FILE DATE < UP >
ª
•
ª
•
ª
•
1min
ª
•
5min
ª
•
ª
•
5sec
ª
•
10sec
10min
ª
•
FILE DATE < DOWN >
MPEG 24kHz MONO
24kHz=16kbps
ª
•
FWDREW
24kHz=24kbps
FWDREW
24kHz=32kbps
FWDREW
24kHz=40kbps
FWDREW
24kHz=48kbps
FWDREW
24kHz=56kbps
FWDREW
24kHz=64kbps
48kHz=64kbps
FWDREW
MODE
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ENTER
48kHz=128kbps
ENTER
LOCK
UNLOCK
MODE LOCK ª
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ENTER
ENTER
ENTER ENTER
ENTER
ENTER
ENTER
ENTER
ENTER
ENTER
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(See page 28.)
(See page 26.)
(See page 26.)
(See page 25.)
(See page 24.)
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5SETTING THE INTERNAL CLOCK
Setting the internal clock
2The DN-F20R is equipped with a internal clock function for managing the dates and times at which files are recorded. Be sure to set the clock
before using the set for the first time.
2The DN-F20R is equipped with a battery for backing up the internal clock. If the date and time display flashes every time the power is turned
on, the internal battery is worn down. Have it replaced by your store authorized DENON servicing agent.
PORTABLE IC RECORDER DN-F20R
STOP FWDREW PLAY/PAUSE
L / MONO - MIC - R IN - LINE - OUT
REC LEVEL
REC KEY HOLD
ENTER
MODE
TIME
MIC LINE
SELECTOR
OFF ON OFF ON
LOW CUT LIMITER
MICINPUT MIC MIC
0 -20dB
ATTENUATOR
4, 6, 8, 10, 12
2, 5, 7, 9, 11
3, 13
1
1In the stop mode, press the MODE button.
• The preset mode is set.
MODE
2Select the data setting mode.
• Press the ªbutton 3 times to display “MODE:DATE/TIME
ADJ”.
3Press the ENTER button.
• The year display (4 digits) flashes, and the setting change
mode is set.
ENTER
4Set the year.
• Press the FWD button to move one year forward. (*1)
• Press the REW button to move one year backward. (*1)
FWDREW
5Press the ªbutton.
• The month display (2 digits) starts flashing.
6Set the month.
• Press the FWD button to move one month forward. (*1)
• Press the REW button to move one month backward. (*1)
7Press the ªbutton.
• The day display (2 digits) starts flashing.
8Set the day.
• Press the FWD button to move one day forward. (*1)
• Press the REW button to move one day backward. (*1)
9Press the ªbutton.
• The hour display (2 digits) starts flashing.
10 Set the hours.
• Press the FWD button to move one hour forward. (*1)
• Press the REW button to move one hour backward. (*1)
11 Press the ªbutton.
• The minute display (2 digits) starts flashing.
12 Set the minutes.
• Press the FWD button to move one minute forward. (*1)
• Press the REW button to move one minute backward. (*1)
13 Press the ENTER button.
• The set date and hour are entered and the stop mode is
set.
ENTER
Flashes
The year can be set between 1999
and 2098.
Flashes
FWDREW
The month can be set between 1
and 12.
Flashes
FWDREW
The day can be set between 1 and
31 (or 28, 29 or 30, depending on
the year and month).
Flashes
FWDREW
The hour can be set between 0
and 23.
Flashes
FWDREW
The minute can be set between 0
and 59.
When the ENTER button is
pressed, the seconds are reset to
00.
(*1) The value changes continuously when the button is held down.

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6PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS
qTIME button
Use this to switch the TOTAL time/REMAIN time display.
wENTER button
Use this to enter mode settings.
eMODE button
Use this to set the preset mode. When pressed while in the
preset mode, the preset mode is canceled.
rINPUT SELECTOR switch
Use this to set the recording input signal source to the
microphone input (MIC) @6 or line input (LINE) @7.
tMIC LOW CUT switch
When this is turned on, the low frequency portion of the
microphone input signal is cut.
yMIC LIMITER switch
When this is turned on, distortion due to excessive microphone
input is reduced.
uMIC ATTENUATOR switch
Use this to set the microphone gain according to the microphone
being used.
i•(up) button
• In the stop mode, press this to move to the previous directory.
• In the preset mode, use this to move to the previous preset
item.
oª(down) button
• In the stop mode, press this to move to the next directory.
• In the preset mode, use this to move to the next preset item.
!0 REC (4) button
• When pressed in the stop mode, the record pause mode is set.
• When pressed during recording or record pause mode, the file
number is incremented.
!1 PLAY/PAUSE (1/3) button
• When pressed in the stop or play pause mode, playback starts.
• When pressed in the play mode, the play pause mode is set.
• When pressed in the record pause mode, the recording mode
is set.
!2 STOP (2) button
• When pressed, play or record (play pause or record pause)
mode is canceled and the stop mode is set.
• When pressed in the stop mode, the current date and time and
the file sorting order are displayed.
• When pressed in the file name change mode, the character is
erased.
!3 REW (8/6) button
• When pressed in the play or play pause mode, the card is
played (paused) from the beginning of the current file or the
beginning of the previous file according to the sorting order.
When held in, the manual search mode is set in the reverse
direction.
• When pressed in the stop mode, the position moves back to
the previous file according to the sorting order. When held in,
the position moves back 10 files at a time.
!4 FWD (7/9) button
• When pressed in the play or play pause mode, the card is
played (paused) from the beginning of the next file according
to the sorting order. When held in, the manual search mode is
set in the forward direction.
• When pressed in the stop mode, the position moves forward
to the next file according to the sorting order. When held in,
the position moves forward 10 files at a time.
!5 KEY HOLD switch
When set to the HOLD side, the operating buttons are locked.
Switches rto u, and !9 are not locked.
Front panel

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!6 Card slot cover
Press the upper left corner of the cover (marked “PUSH”) to
open it.
!7 LCD display
!8 CARD button
Use this to select the current card.
!9 LIGHT button
Use this to turn the LCD’s back light on (or off).
@0 DC IN terminal
This is the DC input terminal for using the included AC adaptor.
Only use the included AC adaptor. Using other
adaptors may result in fire or electric shock.
@1 PARALLEL REMOTE input terminal
Use this input terminal to connect external control signals.
@2 PHONES output terminal
When headphones are plugged in, the set’s monitor speaker
turns off.
@3 MONITOR VOL. control
Use this to adjust the volume of the monitor speaker and
headphones.
@4 POWER ON/OFF switch
Use this switch to turn on the set’s power.
@5 REC LEVEL control
Use this to adjust the recording level.
The outer control is for the left channel, the inner control for the
right channel.
Cautions on using the POWER OFF/ON switch
• “HELLO” appears on the display window after the power is
turned on. The set is being initialized while this is displayed.
Doing not load or eject cards or perform any operations at this
time.
• When the set’s power is turned off, final processing is
performed on the card. Do not eject cards, disconnect the AC
adaptor or remove the batteries at this time. If the final
processing is not performed, the data will not be properly
written on the card and the card may be damaged.
• Even when the power switch is OFF, a very small current will
flow inside the unit.
When the unit will not be in use for a long period, be sure to
remove the batteries and disconnect the AC cord from the
outlet.
Front side
Left side
Right side
@6 MIC input connector
These are XLR type connectors for microphone signal input.
Pin layout: 1 – Ground (G)
2 – Hot (H)
3 – Cold (C)
Use less than 600Ω/ohms impedance microphone.
@7 LINE IN terminals
These are input terminals for connecting line signals.
@8 LINE OUT terminals
These are output terminals for connecting line signals.
Turn the power switch “OFF” state before
connecting or disconnecting the each terminal.

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48K
44.1K
24K
MONO
STEREO
TOTAL
REMAIN
SINGLE
CONT.
PROG.
REPEAT
1&2
LINEAR
14 REC 13
CARD IN ERROR SLOT1:
24 REC 13
CARD IN ERROR SLOT2:
-60 -40 -30 -20 -12 -6 -2 0 OVER
12
21
@9
#6 #7 #8
#0 #2 #3 #4 #5#1
Current
• With this set, the slot, directory and file for which the various
operations are currently being performed are referred to as the
current slot, current directory and current file.
@9 Card slot indicators
“ ” lights when the card slot is being accessed.
Never remove cards while the “ ” mark is lit.
When a card is loaded, “CARD IN” lights.
“CARD ERROR” lights if there is an error with the loaded card.
“SLOT1” or “SLOT2” lights to indicate the current slot (the slot
for which operations are currently being performed).
“4REC 1” lights when the current slot is set to the recording
mode, “4REC 3” lights when it is set to the record pause
mode, “1” lights when it is in the play mode, and “3” lights
when it is in the play pause mode.
#0 Level meter display
This indicates the recording input or playback output level. The
peak level is held.
#1 TOTAL/REMAIN indicators
“TOTAL” lights when the total (elapsed) time is displayed.
“REMAIN” lights when the remaining time is displayed.
#2 Recording mode indicators
1a2: Continuous recording from slot 1 to 2
1&2 : Double recording to slots 1 and 2
2a1: Continuous recording from slot 2 to 1
#3 24K/48K indicators
These indicate the current recording or playback sampling
frequency.
In the stop mode, they indicate the preset sampling frequency.
In the linear PCM mode, “48K” is lit.
Display
#4 Battery mark
The battery mark lights when the battery power gets low.
#5 LINEAR indicator
This lights when in the linear PCM (non-compression) mode.
#6 Character display
Directory names, file names, the card status, time information,
messages, etc., are displayed here.
#7 SINGLE and CONT. indicators
SINGLE : Single file play mode
CONT. : Continuous play mode
#8 MONO and STEREO indicators
MONO : Monaural recording (play) mode
STEREO : Stereo recording (play) mode

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7PLAYBACK
Starting playback
PORTABLE IC RECORDER DN-F20R
STOP FWDREW PLAY/PAUSE
L / MONO - MIC - R IN - LINE - OUT
REC LEVEL
REC KEY HOLD
ENTER
MODE
TIME
MIC LINE
SELECTOR
OFF ON OFF ON
LOW CUT LIMITER
MICINPUT MIC MIC
0 -20dB
ATTENUATOR
PARALLEL
REMOTE PHONES MONITOR
VOL.
MIN MAX
OFF ON
POWER
DC IN
334
2
1Insert a card in a card slot.
• Be sure to insert the card in the proper direction. (See page
9.)
2Turn on the power.
• Set the POWER switch on the left side to “ON” to turn on
the set’s power.
OFF ON
POWER
3Select the file to be played.
• If you wish to play a file other than the one that is currently
displayed, select the directory containing the file, then
select the file.
4Press the PLAY/PAUSE button.
• Playback starts.
PLAY/PAUSE
FWDREW
Stopping playback
PORTABLE IC RECORDER DN-F20R
STOP FWDREW PLAY/PAUSE
L / MONO - MIC - R IN - LINE - OUT
REC LEVEL
REC KEY HOLD
ENTER
MODE
TIME
MIC LINE
SELECTOR
OFF ON OFF ON
LOW CUT LIMITER
MICINPUT MIC MIC
0 -20dB
ATTENUATOR
1
1During playback, press the STOP button.
• Playback stops.
STOP
Adjusting the volume of the headphones
or monitor speaker
PORTABLE IC RECORDER DN-F20R
STOP FWDREW PLAY/PAUSE
L / MONO - MIC - R IN - LINE - OUT
REC LEVEL
REC KEY HOLD
ENTER
MODE
TIME
MIC LINE
SELECTOR
OFF ON OFF ON
LOW CUT LIMITER
MICINPUT MIC MIC
0 -20dB
ATTENUATOR
PARALLEL
REMOTE PHONES MONITOR
VOL.
MIN MAX
OFF ON
POWER
DC IN
1
1Turn the MONITOR VOL. control on the left side to adjust the
volume.
• Turning the control in the clockwise direction increases the
volume and turning it in the counterclockwise direction
decreases the volume.
MONITOR
VOL.
MIN MAX
When using headphones, be careful not to turn the
volume up too high. Listening over headphones for
extended periods of time at high volumes can have
adverse effects on your hearing.
Directory name/file name Bit rate
Total file time Current date and time
If the power was turned off with
the auto power off function, first
set the POWER switch to the
“OFF” side, then set it back to
“ON”.
• The card is checked automatically and the current file is
displayed.
• Press the •button to move to the
previous directory.
• Press the ªbutton to move to the
next directory.
• Press the FWD button to move to
the next file.
• Press the REW button to move to
the previous file.
The stop mode is set automatically
once file playback has ended (in the
continuous play mode, once all the
files have been played).
The monitor speaker is turned off when headphones are plugged
into the PHONES jack.

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Stopping playback temporarily [Pause]
PORTABLE IC RECORDER DN-F20R
STOP FWDREW PLAY/PAUSE
L / MONO - MIC - R IN - LINE - OUT
REC LEVEL
REC KEY HOLD
ENTER
MODE
TIME
MIC LINE
SELECTOR
OFF ON OFF ON
LOW CUT LIMITER
MICINPUT MIC MIC
0 -20dB
ATTENUATOR
1
1During playback, press the PLAY/PAUSE button.
• Playback is paused.
PLAY/PAUSE
[1] Forward search
2Use this function to skip forward (or backward) through a file to find the desired position.
This function comes in handy for finding the desired position within long files.
Searching for a specific position within a file [Manual search]
[2] Reverse search
PORTABLE IC RECORDER DN-F20R
STOP FWDREW PLAY/PAUSE
L / MONO - MIC - R IN - LINE - OUT
REC LEVEL
REC KEY HOLD
ENTER
MODE
TIME
MIC LINE
SELECTOR
OFF ON OFF ON
LOW CUT LIMITER
MICINPUT MIC MIC
0 -20dB
ATTENUATOR
1
1During playback, press and hold in the FWD (7/9)
button.
• Normal playback resumes from the
point at which the button is
released.
FWD
PORTABLE IC RECORDER DN-F20R
STOP FWDREW PLAY/PAUSE
L / MONO - MIC - R IN - LINE - OUT
REC LEVEL
REC KEY HOLD
ENTER
MODE
TIME
MIC LINE
SELECTOR
OFF ON OFF ON
LOW CUT LIMITER
MICINPUT MIC MIC
0 -20dB
ATTENUATOR
1
1
REW
File 4File 3File 2
Playback Skip Skip Skip Skip Skip Skip
File 6File 5File 4
Skip Skip Skip Skip Skip Skip
To resume playback from the position at which it was paused,
press the PLAY/PAUSE button again.
If the time set for the auto power off function is reached while in
the pause mode, the pause mode is canceled and the power turns
off.
In the single mode, searching stops automatically when
the end of the current file is reached.
In the continuous mode, searching stops automatically
when the end of the last searchable file is reached.
Press and hold in the FWD (7/9) button.
To search forward without listening to the sound, press and
hold in the FWD (7/9) button while in the pause mode.
Manual searching in the pause mode is faster than manual
searching in the play mode. The pause mode is set at the position
at which the button is released.
In the single mode, the pause mode is set when the end of the
current file is reached.
In the continuous mode, the pause mode is set when the end of
the last searchable file is reached.
During playback, press and hold in the REW (8/6)
button.
• Normal playback resumes from the
point at which the button is
released.
Press and hold in the REW
(8/6) button.
In the single mode, normal playback begins when the
button is released at the beginning of the current file.
In the continuous mode, normal playback begins when the
button is released at the beginning of the first searchable
file.
To search backward without listening to the sound, press and
hold in the REW (8/6) button while in the pause mode.
Manual searching in the pause mode is faster than manual
searching in the play mode. The pause mode is set at the position
at which the button is released.
In the single mode, the pause mode is set when the button is
released at the beginning of the current file.
In the continuous mode, the pause mode is set when the button
is released at the beginning of the first searchable file.

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8RECORDING
Starting recording
2Pay attention to the remaining time when recording on a partially recorded card. We recommend backing up the partially recorded card
beforehand using a PC system (not included), etc.
2If you wish to record on an already recorded card from which you will erase unnecessary files, erase the unnecessary files first. (See pages
25 and 26.)
The DN-F20R offers two types of recording onto IC memory cards: normal (relay: 1/2 or 2/1) recording and double (1 & 2) recording. Set the
card recording mode beforehand in the preset mode.
2Normal (relay: 1//2 or 2//1) recording
This is the normal recording mode. The sound is recorded onto either the card in slot 1 or the one in slot 2. When the end of the recordable
time on the card in slot 1 is reached during recording and a card is loaded in slot 2, recording continues (relays) on the card in slot 2.
REC STOP
STOP REC
REC STOP
STOPREC
Slot 1 (or 2)
Slot 2 (or 1)
Slot 1 (or 2)
Slot 2 (or 1)
Start of recording Slot 1 (or 2) card full
Start of recording Slot 2 (or 1) card fullSlot 1 (or 2) card full
For relay recording, load the card in the other slot at least 30 seconds before the recordable time on the card currently being recorded is
up. If the next card is loaded when there is little recordable time remaining on the card currently being recorded, the set may not have
enough time to check the card, in which case recording will not be relayed and the stop mode will be set.
If recording is not possible on the card in the next slot, recording stops once the recordable time on the card currently being recorded is
up. Recording is not possible if there is no remaining recordable time on the card or if the card already contains the maximum number of
files. A message is displayed in the dot matrix section if recording is not possible.
Relay recording is only possible in the same directories on the cards in slots 1 and 2. Relay recording is not possible if that directory on
the card in the next slot already contains the maximum number of files.
2Double (1 & 2) recording
In this mode, the cards in slots 1 and 2 are recorded simultaneously. Use this mode to make backups of audio files as you record.
If audio files are already recorded on one of the cards, recording stops once that card is full.
When the recording mode is set to double (1 & 2) recording, recording is performed with the same file names in the same directories of
the cards in slots 1 and 2. Recording will not start unless recordable cards are loaded in both slots. To record on one card only, preset the
recording mode to normal recording.
With double recording, the cards are accessed at high speed, so be sure to use recommended IC memory cards of the same make, the
same model (capacity) and the same cluster size (even when the cluster size has been changed on a PC, etc.).
As long as the cards’ manufacturer and cluster size are the same, recording may be possible even if the models (capacities) are different.
If recording is not possible, either recording will stop or an error message will be displayed when recording starts.

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2Setting the card recording mode
PORTABLE IC RECORDER DN-F20R
STOP FWDREW PLAY/PAUSE
L / MONO - MIC - R IN - LINE - OUT
REC LEVEL
REC KEY HOLD
ENTER
MODE
TIME
MIC LINE
SELECTOR
OFF ON OFF ON
LOW CUT LIMITER
MICINPUT MIC MIC
0 -20dB
ATTENUATOR
2, 4
4
3, 5
1
1In the stop mode, press the MODE button.
• The preset mode is set.
MODE
2Select the card recording mode.
• Press the ªbutton to display “REC CARD MODE”.
3Press the ENTER button.
• The card recording mode menu is set.
ENTER
4Select the card recording mode.
• Use the •and ªbuttons to select normal or double
recording.
5Press the ENTER button.
• The setting is entered and the stop mode is set.
ENTER
When double recording is
selected.
If “MODE LOCK” is set to “LOCK”, set it to “UNLOCK” before
setting the card recording mode.

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Recording formats (compression/decompression and stereo/mono)
The DN-F20R offers a choice of three recording compression/decompression formats (linear PCM, MPEG1 Layer 2, and MPEG2 Layer 2 LSF –
see below) and the choice of stereo or monaural recording.
2Linear PCM
Recording is performed without compression, with a sampling frequency of 48 kHz and a quantization bit number of 16 bits.
This recording format offers the maximum sound quality possible on the DN-F20R, but the quantity of data per unit time is large, so it uses
up much card space.
Because the quantity of data per unit time is large, the card access speed must be high. Recording in linear PCM may not be possible on
IC memory cards with small cluster sizes and capacities of 16 MB or less. If recording is not possible, either recording will stop or an error
message will be displayed when recording starts.
2MPEG1 Layer 2
Recording is performed with a sampling frequency of 48 kHz and a quantization bit number of 16 bits, but with compression, so that the
quantity of data is about 1/6 to 1/12 that of linear PCM recordings.
With this mode, the card space can be used efficiently.
2MPEG2 Layer 2 LSF (Low Sampling Frequency)
Recording is performed with a sampling frequency of 24 kHz, a quantization bit number of 16 bits, and compression achieving a data quantity
of between about 1/12 to 1/48 that of linear PCM recordings.
Because the quantity of data per unit time is small, the frequency response is set to about 11 kHz, reducing the frequency band of the
compressed data to maintain sound quality. With this mode, the card space can be used at its highest efficiency.
2Stereo/monaural
Stereo or monaural recording can be selected for all three compression/decompression formats. With monaural recording, the file size is half
that of stereo recordings.
2Setting the recording format (compression/decompression and stereo/mono)
PORTABLE IC RECORDER DN-F20R
STOP FWDREW PLAY/PAUSE
L / MONO - MIC - R IN - LINE - OUT
REC LEVEL
REC KEY HOLD
ENTER
MODE
TIME
MIC LINE
SELECTOR
OFF ON OFF ON
LOW CUT LIMITER
MICINPUT MIC MIC
0 -20dB
ATTENUATOR
3
3
2, 4
1
1In the stop mode, press the MODE button.
• The preset mode is set.
MODE
2Press the ENTER button.
• The recording format mode is set.
ENTER
3Select the recording format.
• Use the •and ªbuttons to select the recording format.
4Press the ENTER button.
• The selection is stored and the stop mode is set.
ENTER
If “MODE LOCK” is set to “LOCK”, set it to “UNLOCK” before
setting the card recording mode.
When MPEG1 Layer 2 stereo is
selected.