Tascam DP-006 User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
D01175220A
DP-006
Digital Multitrack Recorder

2TASCAM DP-006
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
8For U.S.A
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 communica-
tions. 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 off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the inter-
ference by one or more of the following measures.
a) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
b) Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
c) Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that
to which the receiver is connected.
d) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by
TEAC CORPORATION for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate this equipment.
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number : DP-006
Trade Name : TASCAM
Responsible party : TEAC AMERICA, INC.
Address : 7733 Telegraph Road, Montebello, California, 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 inter-
ference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
This appliance has a serial number located on the rear panel. Please record
the model number and serial number and retain them for your records.
Model number
Serial number
8For Canada
THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES-003.
CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DE LA CLASSE B EST CONFORME À LA NORME
NMB-003 DU CANADA.

TASCAM DP-006 3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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 amplifiers) that produce heat.
9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type
plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A
grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The
wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement
of the obsolete outlet.
10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury
from tip-over.
13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required
when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply
cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen
into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture,
does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
• The apparatus draws nominal non-operating power from the AC outlet
with its POWER or STANDBY/ON switch not in the ON position.
• The mains plug is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device
shall remain readily operable.
• 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.
CAUTION
• Do not expose this apparatus to drips or splashes.
• Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the
apparatus.
• Do not install this apparatus in a confined space such as a book case or
similar unit.
• The apparatus should be located close enough to the AC outlet so that
you can easily grasp the power cord plug at any time.
• If the product uses batteries (including a battery pack or installed
batteries), they should not be exposed to sunshine, fire or excessive heat.
WARNING
Products with Class construction are equipped with a power supply cord
that has a grounding plug. The cord of such a product must be plugged into
an AC outlet that has a protective grounding connection.

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Safety Information
8For European Customers
Disposal of electrical and electronic equipment
(a) All electrical and electronic equipment should be disposed of separately
from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities
appointed by the government or the local authorities.
(b) By disposing of the electrical and electronic equipment correctly, you will
help save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects
on human health and the environment.
(c) Improper disposal of waste equipment can have serious effects on the
environment and human health as a result of the presence of hazardous
substances in electrical and electronic equipment.
(d) The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates that electrical and
electronic equipment must be collected and disposed of separately from
household waste.
(e) The return and collection systems are available to the end users. For
more detailed information about disposal of old electrical and electronic
equipment, please contact your city office, waste disposal service or the
shop where you purchased the equipment.
Disposal of batteries and/or accumulators
(a) Waste batteries and/or accumulators should be disposed of separately
from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities
appointed by the government or the local authorities.
(b) By disposing of waste batteries and/or accumulators correctly, you will
help save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects
on human health and the environment.
(c) Improper disposal of waste batteries and/or accumulators can have
serious effects on the environment and human health as a result of the
presence of hazardous substances in batteries and/or accumulators.
(d) The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates that batteries and/
or accumulators must be collected and disposed of separately from
household waste.
If the battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values
of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) defined in the Battery
Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for lead (Pb), mercury
(Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) will be indicated beneath the crossed out
wheeled dust bin symbol.
Pb, Hg, Cd
(e) The return and collection systems are available to the end users. For more
detailed information about disposal of waste batteries and/or accumu-
lators, please contact your city office, waste disposal service or the shop
where you purchased them.

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Safety Information
CAUTIONS ABOUT BATTERIES
This product uses batteries. Misuse of batteries could cause a leak, rupture
or other trouble. Always abide by the following precautions when using
batteries.
• Never recharge non-rechargeable batteries. The batteries could rupture or
leak, causing fire or injury.
• When installing batteries, pay attention to the polarity indications (plus/
minus (¥/^) orientation), and install them correctly in the battery
compartment as indicated. Putting them in backward could make the
batteries rupture or leak, causing fire, injury or stains around them.
• When you store or dispose batteries, isolate their terminals with insulation
tape or something like that to prevent them from contacting other
batteries or metallic objects.
• When throwing used batteries away, follow the disposal instructions
indicated on the batteries and the local disposal laws.
• Do not use batteries other than those specified. Do not mix and use new
and old batteries or different types of batteries together. The batteries
could rupture or leak, causing fire, injury or stains around them.
• Do not carry or store batteries together with small metal objects. The
batteries could short, causing leak, rupture or other trouble.
• Do not heat or disassemble batteries. Do not put them in fire or water.
Batteries could rupture or leak, causing fire, injury or stains around them.
• If the battery fluid leaks, wipe away any fluid on the battery case before
inserting new batteries. If the battery fluid gets in an eye, it could cause loss
of eyesight. If fluid does enter an eye, wash it out thoroughly with clean
water without rubbing the eye and then consult a doctor immediately. If
the fluid gets on a person’s body or clothing, it could cause skin injuries or
burns. If this should happen, wash it off with clean water and then consult
a doctor immediately.
• The unit power should be off when you install and replace batteries.
• Remove the batteries if you do not plan to use the unit for a long time.
Batteries could rupture or leak, causing fire, injury or stains around them.
If the battery fluid leaks, wipe away any fluid on the battery compartment
before inserting new batteries.
• Do not disassemble a battery. The acid inside the battery could harm skin
or clothing.
8For China
产品有毒有害物质或元素的名称及含量
机种 ：DP-006 有毒有害物质或元素
品名 铅
(Pb)
汞
(Hg)
镉
(Cd)
六价铬
(Cr6+)
多溴联苯
(PBB)
多溴二苯醚
(PBDE)
1CHASSIS 部份 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
2PCB Assy 部份 ×○○○○○
3线材部份 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
4附属品部份 ×○○○○○
5SEAL 部份 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
6 包装部份 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
○ ：表示该有毒有害物质在该部件所有均质材料中的含有量均在 SJ/T11363-2006 标准规定的限量要求以下。
× ：表示该有毒有害物质至少在该部件的某一均质材料中的含量超出 SJ/T11363-2006 标准规定的限量要求。
（针对现在代替技术困难的电子部品及合金中的铅 )

6TASCAM DP-006
Contents
1 – Introduction................................................................. 9
Features............................................................................................................................9
Included items ...............................................................................................................9
Conventions used in this manual........................................................................ 10
Trademarks................................................................................................................... 10
About SD cards ............................................................................................................11
Precautions for use...........................................................................................11
Precautions for installation.....................................................................................11
Beware of condensation..........................................................................................11
Cleaning the unit ........................................................................................................11
2–Quick Start Guides ...................................................... 12
Playback and mixing ................................................................................................ 12
Preparing............................................................................................................. 12
Playing and mixing the demo song.......................................................... 13
Recording and mastering....................................................................................... 15
Creating a new song ....................................................................................... 15
Setting the internal mics as input sources............................................. 16
Setting the internal mics as the recording sources for TRACK 3... 17
Adjusting the input level and monitoring............................................. 18
Using internal mics to record rhythm guitar to TRACK 3................. 19
Listening to the recording............................................................................ 20
Connecting an electric guitar ..................................................................... 20
Setting the guitar as an input source....................................................... 21
Recording lead guitar to TRACK 2 ............................................................. 21
Recording vocals on TRACK 1 .....................................................................23
Creating a stereo master track.................................................................... 25
Checking the stereo master track ............................................................. 27
Transferring the stereo master track to a computer....................................28
Shutting down............................................................................................................28
3 – Names and functions of parts ..................................29
Top Panel.......................................................................................................................29
Front panel ................................................................................................................... 31
Rear panel..................................................................................................................... 32
Left side panel............................................................................................................. 32
Right side panel.......................................................................................................... 33
Bottom panel............................................................................................................... 33
Home Screen ..............................................................................................................34
Menu structure...........................................................................................................36
Screen operations ..................................................................................................... 37
4 – Preparations .............................................................. 39
Preparing the power and SD card....................................................................... 39
Inserting an SD card........................................................................................ 39
Removing an SD card ..................................................................................... 39
SD card write-protection switches ........................................................... 39
Preparing the power.......................................................................................40
Start-up & shutdown ................................................................................................ 41
Starting up the unit......................................................................................... 41
Shutting down .................................................................................................. 41
Preparing SD cards for use..................................................................................... 42
Recorder modes......................................................................................................... 42
Connecting with other equipment .................................................................... 43
Rear panel connections.................................................................................43
Left side panel connections ........................................................................ 43
Right side panel connections......................................................................44
Adjusting the contrast.............................................................................................44
5 – Song Management .................................................... 45
Partitions and songs................................................................................................. 45
Selecting the active partition ............................................................................... 45
Editing names..............................................................................................................46
Loading a saved song ..............................................................................................46
Creating a new song................................................................................................. 47
Saving a song .............................................................................................................. 47
Viewing song information .....................................................................................48
Copying songs ............................................................................................................48

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Contents
Erasing songs............................................................................................................... 49
Protecting songs........................................................................................................50
6 – Basic Recording ......................................................... 51
Selecting the input source..................................................................................... 51
Monitoring the input signal .................................................................................. 52
Setting the monitoring mode..................................................................... 52
OL indicators and level meters............................................................................. 53
Assigning inputs ........................................................................................................ 54
Setting the track type (Tracks 3 and 4 only)..........................................54
Assigning inputs to stereo tracks (Tracks 3 and 4 only) ................... 55
Assigning inputs to mono tracks............................................................... 56
Making the first recording .....................................................................................56
Multitrack recording................................................................................................. 57
Setting the recording tracks........................................................................ 57
Setting TRACK PAN/BAL and LEVEL values............................................ 57
Input selection and assignment ................................................................ 57
Setting input levels ......................................................................................... 58
Recording additional tracks.........................................................................58
Undoing operations (undo)................................................................................... 58
Undoing the last operation (single undo)..............................................58
Undoing a previous operation (multi-undo)........................................ 59
Erasing the operation history .....................................................................60
7 – Recorder Functions ................................................... 61
Punching in and out ................................................................................................. 61
Bouncing tracks.......................................................................................................... 61
Using the bounce function.......................................................................... 62
Confirming the result..................................................................................... 63
Locate and search functions .................................................................................64
Direct locate function ....................................................................................64
Returning to the song beginning (RTZ function) or
the point where recording was last started (LRP function) ............64
Search backward/forward............................................................................64
Repeat playback.........................................................................................................65
Setting IN and OUT points............................................................................ 65
Using repeat playback ...................................................................................66
Setting the time between repetitions (repeat interval)...................66
8 – Editing Tracks ............................................................ 67
Overview of track editing....................................................................................... 67
Editing points ................................................................................................... 67
Basic editing procedures .............................................................................. 67
Track editing function setting items .......................................................68
CLONE TRACK (track duplication)........................................................................ 69
CLEAN OUT (track erase) ......................................................................................... 70
SILENCE (part erase).................................................................................................. 70
CUT (remove part) ..................................................................................................... 71
OPEN (insert silence)................................................................................................. 71
9 – Mixdown and mastering........................................... 72
Mixdown........................................................................................................................ 72
Level and balance............................................................................................ 72
Stereo position (panning)............................................................................. 72
Creating stereo master tracks...............................................................................72
Setting the starting and ending points ..................................................72
Creating a stereo master track.................................................................... 72
Checking stereo master tracks............................................................................. 74
10 – Miscellaneous Functions ........................................ 75
Metronome .................................................................................................................. 75
Tuner ............................................................................................................................... 76
Automatic power saving function...................................................................... 77
Restoring preferences to default values ..........................................................77
Viewing information.................................................................................................78
11 – SD Card Management ............................................. 79
Overview of partitions.............................................................................................79
Formatting SD cards.................................................................................................79

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Contents
Reformatting MTR partitions ................................................................................ 81
Reformatting FAT partitions..................................................................................82
Initializing SD cards................................................................................................... 82
12 – Exchanging Data with a Computer........................83
Supported operating systems.............................................................................. 83
Connecting with a computer................................................................................84
Disconnecting................................................................................................... 85
Song backup and restoration ...............................................................................86
Backing-up songs ............................................................................................86
Restoring songs................................................................................................ 87
Track import and export ......................................................................................... 88
Importing to tracks .........................................................................................88
Exporting tracks ............................................................................................... 90
Exporting stereo master tracks............................................................................ 92
13 – Troubleshooting...................................................... 93
14 – Message Lists ...........................................................94
15 – Specifications .......................................................... 98
Media and file systems ............................................................................................98
Inputs and outputs ...................................................................................................98
Analog audio input and output................................................................. 98
Data input and output ...................................................................................98
Audio performance...................................................................................................98
Operating requirements.........................................................................................99
General...........................................................................................................................99
Backup memory.......................................................................................................100
Dimensions ................................................................................................................100
Block diagram ...........................................................................................................101
16 – Commonly-used Functions .................................. 102

TASCAM DP-006 9
1 – Introduction
Thank you for your purchase of the TASCAM DP-006 Digital Multitrack
Recorder.
Before connecting and using the unit, please take time to read this manual
thoroughly to ensure you understand how to properly set up and connect
the unit, as well as the operation of its many useful and convenient functions.
After you have finished reading this manual, please keep it in a safe place for
future reference.
You can also download the Owner’s Manual from the TASCAM web site (http://
tascam.com).
Features
Using this unit with an SD card, you can record two tracks simultaneously and
work with up to six tracks in a multitrack project. Moreover, using its mixer
functions, you can mix down a multitrack to create a stereo master track.
This stereo master track can then be transferred to a computer connected by
USB. In addition to copying individual and stereo master tracks from this unit
to a computer, song files can also be backed up to a computer.
• Portable six-track multitrack recorder capable of two tracks of
simultaneous recording and six tracks of simultaneous playback
• TRACK 3 and TRACK 4 can be set individually for use as either stereo or
mono tracks
• CD-quality recording (16-bit, 44.1kHz)
• Built-in omnidirectional stereo condenser mic suppresses pickup of
background noise (3 input gain level settings—Low, Mid, High)
• 2 mic/line inputs (INPUT A/B) with standard 6.3mm TS jacks
• Guitars and basses can be connected directly to the INPUT A jack
(switchable mic/line input)
• Independent LEVEL and PAN knobs allow direct control
• Wheel allows rapid location to specific points (direct location function)
• Set and use IN and OUT points as you like for repeat playback and editing
• Separate stereo master track in addition to six independent tracks
• Bounce function allows recording of more than six tracks
• Punch in/out function allows parts to be re-recorded as necessary
• Track editing functions include duplicating and deleting recorded tracks,
partial clearing and deletion and silence insertion
• Recording and editing operations can be undone and redone
• Chromatic tuner with meters provides visual feedback during tuning
• Metronome
• Transfer files to computers connected by USB 2.0
• Backup and restore songs
• Import and export stereo WAV files to stereo tracks
• Export stereo masters as stereo WAV files
• Operates on four AA batteries or a TASCAM PS-P520 AC adaptor (sold
separately)
• 2GB SD card included
• Unit has built-in threads for tripod mounting
Included items
This product includes the following items.
Take care when opening the package not to damage the items. Keep the
packing materials for transportation in the future.
Please contact TASCAM if any of these items are missing or have been
damaged during transportation.
• Main unit.........................................................................................................................1
• SD Card (inside unit)...................................................................................................1
• AA alkaline batteries...................................................................................................4
• USB cable (80cm).........................................................................................................1
• Warranty card................................................................................................................1
• Owner’s Manual (this manual)................................................................................1

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1 – Introduction
Conventions used in this manual
In this manual, we use the following conventions:
• When we refer to buttons, connectors and other parts of this unit and
other equipment, we use a bold font like this: MENU button.
• The 7button is indicated as the Play (7) button, the 8button as the
Stop (8) button and the 0button as the Record (0) button.
• Selectable items and messages shown on the display are indicated like
this: MENU
• The four buttons beneath the LCD display are called function buttons
and are referred to as F1, F2, F3 and F4 from left to right. Their functions
are shown above them at the bottom of the display and after the button
name in brackets in this manual.
Examples: F2 [EXEC] button, F4 [t] button
• SD memory cards are called “SD cards”.
• Words that appear on the computer display are shown in quotation marks
like this:“DP-006”
• The currently selected MTR partition is called the “active partition”.
• Additional information is provided as necessary as tips, notes and
cautions.
TIP
These are tips about how to use the unit.
NOTE
These provide additional explanations and describe special cases.
CAUTION
Failure to follow these instructions could result in injury, damage to
equipment or lost recording data, for example.
Trademarks
• TASCAM is a registered trademark of TEAC Corporation.
• Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista, and Windows 7 are either registered
trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States
and/or other countries.
• Apple, Macintosh, iMac, Mac OS and Mac OS X are trademarks of Apple
Inc.
• Other company names, product names and logos in this document are
the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
Any data, including, but not limited to information, described herein are
intended only as illustrations of such data and/or information and not
as the specifications for such data and/or information. TEAC Corporation
disclaims any warranty that any use of such data and/or information
shall be free from infringement of any third party’s intellectual property
rights or other proprietary rights, and further, assumes no liability of
whatsoever nature in the event of any such infringement, or arising from
or connected with or related to the use of such data and/or information.
This product is designed to help you record and reproduce sound works
to which you own the copyright, or where you have obtained permission
from the copyright holder or the rightful licensor. Unless you own
the copyright, or have obtained the appropriate permission from the
copyright holder or the rightful licensor, your unauthorized recording,
reproduction or distribution thereof may result in severe criminal
penalties under copyright laws and international copyright treaties. If
you are uncertain about your rights, contact your legal advisor. Under no
circumstances will TEAC Corporation be responsible for the consequences
of any illegal copying performed using the recorder.

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1 – Introduction
About SD cards
This unit uses SD cards for recording and playback.
SD cards that meet SD/SDHC standards and are at least 512 MB can be used
with this unit.
A list of SD cards that have been confirmed for use with this unit can be found
on the TASCAM website (http://tascam.com/). Please check this site or contact
TASCAM customer support.
Precautions for use
SD cards are delicate media. In order to avoid damaging a card or the card
slot, please take the following precautions when handling them.
• Do not leave them in extremely hot or cold places.
• Do not leave them in extremely humid places.
• Do not let them get wet.
• Do not put things on top of them or twist them.
• Do not hit them.
Precautions for installation
• The unit’s nominal operating temperature is from 5º to 35º C (41º–95º F).
• Do not install in the following types of places. Doing so could degrade the
sound quality or cause malfunctions.
• Places with significant vibrations
• Near windows or other places exposed to direct sunlight
• Near heaters or other extremely hot places
• Extremely cold places
• Places with high humidity or bad ventilation
• Dusty places
• Places directly exposed to rain or other water
• Do not place this unit on top of a power amplifier or other device that
generates heat.
Beware of condensation
If the unit is moved from a cold to a warm place, or used immediately after a
cold room has been heated or otherwise exposed to a sudden temperature
change, condensation could occur. Should this happen, leave the unit for one
or two hours before turning the unit on.
Cleaning the unit
To clean the unit, wipe it gently with a soft dry cloth. Do not wipe with
chemical cleaning cloths, paint thinner, ethyl alcohol or other chemical agents
to clean the unit as they could damage the surface.

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2–Quick Start Guides
Playback and mixing
First, we will play the demo song on the included SD card. When the unit is
purchased new, the SD card with the demo song is shipped already installed,
but we will start by explaining how to insert an SD card.
Preparing
1. Open the battery compartment cover on the bottom of the unit and
insert the included SD card into the slot at the back.
CAUTION
Do not insert the card backwards or apply unnecessary force. This could
damage the slot or card.
2. Insert four AA batteries into the compartment, paying attention to their
¥/^orientations as shown below. This unit can use alkaline or NiMH
batteries.
3. Close the battery compartment cover after installing the SD card and
batteries.
4. Connect headphones to the /LINE OUT jack on the left side of the unit.
Headphone
5. Press and hold the button on the top panel until “TASCAM”appears
on the display (or the button indicator lights green).
After the unit starts up, the Home Screen appears as shown below
indicator
Startup Screen Home Screen

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2 – Quick Start Guides
CAUTION
• Do not remove or insert an SD card when the unit’s power is ON. Make sure
the unit power is OFF (in standby) before you remove or insert an SD card.
• If you remove or insert an SD card when the unit’s power is ON, all data
and settings that have been changed since the last shutdown or song
saving operation will be lost. These data and settings cannot be recovered.
• When the unit power is ON, do not remove the batteries, disconnect the
power cable or otherwise cut the power to the unit.
• The included alkaline batteries are for confirming operation of the unit
and might only be usable for a short amount of time.
• The volume dial on the left side panel does not have any indications.
Before turning the power ON or OFF (putting it into standby), minimize the
volume on any connected external monitoring system (powered monitor
speakers or an amplifier and speakers).
• Do not wear headphones when turning the power ON or OFF (putting it
into standby) because noise at such times could harm your hearing.
TIPS
• This unit can also be powered by a TASCAM PS-P520 power adaptor (sold
separately). (See “Using an AC adaptor (sold separately)” on page 40.)
• By connecting an external monitoring system (powered monitor speakers
or an amplifier and speakers) to the /LINE OUT jack on the left side of
the unit, you can monitor recordings using speakers.
Playing and mixing the demo song
Before the unit is shipped, a demo song is stored on its SD card. We are now
going to use basic playback and mixing features with this demo song.
1. Press the HOME button to open the Home Screen.
2. When the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button to open the
MENU screen.

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3. Use the DATA wheel to select (highlight) the SONG item, and press the
F4 [t] button to open the SONG menu.
4. Use the DATA wheel to select (highlight) the LOAD item, and press the
F4 [t] button to open the SONG LOAD screen, which shows a list of
songs.
5. Use the DATA wheel to select (highlight) DEMO_006 and press the F2
[EXEC] button.
The demo song loads and the SONG menu reopens.
6. Press the HOME button to reopen the Home Screen.
7. Press the play (7) button and turn up the TRACK 1–4 LEVEL knobs, the
MASTER LEVEL knob and the VOLUME dial on the left side of the unit so
you can hear the demo song.
The MASTER LEVEL knob adjusts the volume of tracks 1 to 4 at the same
time. The standard position of the MASTER LEVEL knob is around 2 or 3
o’clock.
Use the TRACK 1–4 LEVEL knobs to adjust the balance between the
tracks.
Use the VOLUME dial on the left side of the unit to adjust the final
monitoring level.
8. Use the TRACK 1–2 PAN knobs and TRACK 3–4 PAN (BAL) knobs to
adjust the stereo positions of each track.
TIPS
• Press the m[RTZ] button while pressing and holding the Stop (8)
button to return to the beginning (00h00m00s00f) of the song. (Return To
Zero function)
• If you push the wrong button when using a menu, press the HOME button
to return to the Home Screen.

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2 – Quick Start Guides
Recording and mastering
Here, we will try multitrack recording.
In the following example, we will first explain how to use the built-in mics to
record an acoustic guitar rhythm part on track 3 (by using the built-in stereo
microphone pair to record the acoustic guitar to a stereo track, we can capture
reverberations, including from the sound of the guitar body, that add a sense
of depth).
Next, we will use an electric guitar to record a lead guitar part on track 2. Then,
we will use the built-in mics to record singing on track 1. Finally, we will show
how to mix these tracks down to stereo.
We assume that you have followed the instructions in the previous section
“Playback and mixing”and already connected headphones to this unit, turned
it on and loaded an SD card.
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This example uses the built-in mic for recording vocals, but you could also
connect an external mic to the INPUT A or INPUT B connector on the rear
panel and record it.
Creating a new song
1. When the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button to open the
MENU screen.
2. Use the DATA wheel to select (highlight) the SONG item, and press the
F4 [t] button to open the SONG screen.
3. Use the DATA wheel to select (highlight) the CREATE item, and press
the F4 [t] button to open the SONG CREATE screen.
When a song is created, it is given the name (title) “SONG***” (where ***
is a number).
4. Change the song name as necessary. (See“Editing names”on page 46.)

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5. Press the F2 [EXEC] button to save the currently loaded song and create
the new song.
6. Press the HOME button to reopen the Home Screen.
Setting the internal mics as input sources
1. Press the INPUT SETTING button to open the INPUT SETTING
screen. On this screen, you can set the input source for both IN A (INPUT
A) and IN B (INPUT B).
At first, the current input source for IN A (INPUT A) is selected
(highlighted).
2. In order to use the built-in MIC A to record the guitar to stereo TRACK 3,
use the DATA wheel to set the input source for IN A (INPUT A) to INT
MIC A-Low , INT MIC A-Mid or INT MIC A-High . (See“Selecting
the input source” on page 51.)
3. Press the F4 [b] button to select (highlight) the current input source for
IN B (INPUT B).

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4. In order to use the built-in MIC B to record the guitar to stereo TRACK 3,
use the DATA wheel to set the input source for IN B (INPUT B) to INT
MIC B-Low , INT MIC B-Mid or INT MIC B-High . (See“Selecting
the input source” on page 51.)
5. After completing the setting, press the HOME button to return to the
Home Screen.
NOTE
•
INT.MIC X-Low , INT.MIC X-Mid and INT.MIC X-High ( X is A
or B ) settings change the sensitivity of the built-in mics. Set according to
the loudness of the subject being recorded.
If you are not sure which setting to use, choose INT.MIC X-Low . If the
input level is still too low after adjusting it, return to INPUT SETTING
screen and change the setting to INT.MIC X-Mid . If the input level is
still not high enough, change the setting to INT.MIC X-High .
• Set the
MODE item on the INPUT SETTING to monitor the input
signals. (See “Setting the monitoring mode” on page 52.)
Setting the internal mics as the recording sources
for TRACK 3
When the recorder is stopped, press the ASSIGN button to open the INPUT
ASSIGN screen. By default the recording sources are assigned to the tracks as
shown below.
Recording track Recording source Default value
TRACK 1 INPUT A
IN A
TRACK 2 INPUT B
IN B
TRACK 3 INPUT A/B
IN A-B
TRACK 4 INPUT A/B
IN A-B
Since you set internal MIC A as the input source for INPUT A and internal MIC
B as the input source for INPUT B on the INPUT SETTING screen in the
previous“Setting the internal mics as input sources”section, signals from MIC
A and MIC B will be recorded to TRACK 3.
So, in this example, you do not need to change the input source assignment
settings to use the internal mics to record the rhythm guitar to TRACK 3.

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Adjusting the input level and monitoring
1. Press the HOME button to reopen the Home Screen.
2. Press the TRACK 3 REC button to put the track into recording standby.
The REC indicator blinks when in standby.
TRACK 3 REC indicator
3. Use the INPUT A and B LEVEL knobs to adjust the input levels of the
internal mics.
Set the LEVEL knobs so that the loudest sounds do not cause the INPUT
Aand B OL indicators to light.
OL indicator
When you play the guitar, the (INPUT A), (INPUT B) and (TRACK
3), (left channel) and (right channel) level meters on the display
move.
Turn up the MASTER LEVEL knob and the VOLUME dial on the left side
of the unit to hear the guitar sound through the headphones.

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NOTE
• If an OL indicator continues to light even when the LEVEL knob is turned
down, the mic signal itself is too loud. In this case, if the input source
setting is INT.MIC X-High , change it to INT.MIC X-Mid or I N T.
MIC X-Low ( X is A or B ). If the OL indicator continues to light even when
set to INT.MIC X-Low , move the sound source away from the mic or
lower the volume at the sound source.
• When an internal mic is an input source if the REC indicator is unlit for the
track with that mic as its recording source, you will not be able to hear that
input signal.
CAUTION
Always monitor through headphones when using a mic. If you monitor
through speakers, feedback could occur.
Using internal mics to record rhythm guitar to
TRACK 3
1. Press the Play (7) button while pressing and holding the Record (0)
button to start recording and play the rhythm guitar part.
The Record (0) indicator lights, and the TRACK 3 REC indicator stops
blinking and stays lit.
TRACK 3 REC indicator
2. When you are done playing, press the Stop (8) button to stop recording.
3. Press the TRACK 3 REC button to end recording standby. The REC
indicator becomes unlit.

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Listening to the recording
1. To go to the beginning of the song (00h00m00s00f) using the Return
To Zero (RTZ) function, press the m[RTZ] button while pressing and
holding the Stop (8) button.
2. Press the Play (7) button to play the recorded TRACK 3.
3. Use the TRACK 3 LEVEL knob and MASTER LEVEL knob to adjust the
monitoring level.
Use the VOLUME dial on the left side of the unit to adjust the final
monitoring volume.
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Use the TRACK 3 PAN (BAL) knob to set the stereo position of the track
signal.
4. When you are done listening to the recording, press the Stop (8) button
to stop playback.
Connecting an electric guitar
1. Connect an electric guitar to the INPUT A connector on the rear panel.
Guitar
2. Set the MIC/LINE-GUITAR switch on the left side of the unit to GUITAR.
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When connecting an electric-acoustic guitar with a built-in preamp or an
active electric guitar, as well as when connecting an electric guitar with
effect boxes between it and this unit, set the MIC/LINE-GUITAR switch to
MIC/LINE.