Tascam DR-22WL User manual

D01244520C
DR-22WL
Linear PCM Recorder
REFERENCE MANUAL

2 TASCAM DR-22WL
Contents
1 – Introduction ..............................................4
Features..................................................................................4
Conventions used in this manual..................................4
About microSD cards.........................................................4
Precautions..................................................................... 4
2 – Names and functions of parts ..................5
Top panel ...............................................................................5
Front panel............................................................................5
Left side panel......................................................................6
Right side panel................................................................... 6
Bottom panel........................................................................6
Home Screen ........................................................................ 7
Recording Screen................................................................ 7
Menu item list.......................................................................9
Using menus......................................................................... 9
Basic operations ..................................................................9
3 – Preparation..............................................10
Powering the unit .............................................................10
Power sources .............................................................10
Using AA size batteries.............................................10
Using an AC adapter (sold separately)................10
Using USB bus power................................................10
Turning the power on and off (standby mode) .....11
Starting up the unit................................................... 11
Shutting down (standby mode)............................11
Resume function ........................................................ 11
Setting the date/time......................................................11
Inserting and removing microSD cards ....................12
Inserting the SD card ................................................12
Removing the card ....................................................12
Setup the microSD card for use ...................................12
Turning the built-in speaker on/off ............................12
Connecting a monitor device.......................................13
Adjusting the playback volume...................................13
Input settings .....................................................................14
Recording with the built-in microphone...........14
Recording with an external microphone
(MIC IN)...........................................................................14
Recording from an external device (LINE IN) ...14
4 – Recording ................................................15
Selecting the recording mode .....................................15
Recording.............................................................................15
Scene recording mode....................................................15
Selecting a folder to store files ....................................16
Recording format settings
(FORMAT/SAMPLE/TYPE)................................................16
Adjusting the input level................................................17
Setting the peak hold function.............................17
Setting the Low Cut Filter ..............................................18
Using the level control function ..................................18
Switching files during recording
(track increment)...............................................................19
Manual track increment during recording........19
Automatic track increment at specified time ..19
Automatic recording (AUTO REC) ...............................19
Start recording from slightly before pressing
RECORD (PRE REC) ............................................................20
Using the SELF TIMER for recording...........................20
Recording in two formats (DUAL FORMAT REC)....21
Mixing the input sound to the playback
for recording (overdubbing).........................................21
Select files for overdubbing
with an input sound..................................................21
Start overdubbing......................................................21
Create cue marks during recording............................22
Manual cue marking during recording ..............22
Add cue marks automatically to recording ......22
Moving to the cue mark position.........................23
Recording duration ..........................................................24
5 – Using files and folders (browse screen).25
Navigating in the browse screen.................................25
Icon display on the browse screen .............................25
File operations ...................................................................25
Folder operations..............................................................26
Moving up a folder level .........................................26
Creating a new folder......................................................26
6 – Playback...................................................27
Playback................................................................................27
Pausing/stopping playback....................................27
Rewinding and fast-forwarding (search) ...........27
Selecting a playback file (skip) .....................................27
Special playback (practice mode) ...............................27
Loop playback .............................................................27
Changing the playback speed (VSA)...................28
Changing keys.............................................................28
7– Useful functions .......................................29
Dividing a file......................................................................29
Dividing the selected file (DIVIDE).......................29
Dividing the selected file automatically
(AUTO DIVIDE) .............................................................29
Reverb function.................................................................30
Setting the reverb function....................................30
Reverb pre-set list ......................................................30
Metronome function (compatible with V1.10) .......30
8 – Connecting with a computer..................32
Transferring files to a computer ..................................32
Transferring files from a computer.............................32
Disconnecting from a computer.................................32

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Contents
9 – Using Wi-Fi...............................................33
Connect the DR-22WL and smart phone
via Wi-Fi ................................................................................33
How to download and install the exclusive
application (TASCAM DR CONTROL)...................33
Connecting the DR-22WL to a smart phone
via Wi-Fi for the first time........................................33
Connecting the DR-22WL to a smart phone
via Wi-Fi (from second time onward)..................34
Using a smart phone to remote control
the DR-22WL ................................................................35
File transfer from the DR-22WL
to a smart phone........................................................35
Connecting this unit to a computer by Wi-Fi..........35
Downloading and installing the TASCAM DR
FILE TRANSFER software..........................................35
Connecting this unit to a computer by Wi-Fi
for the first time..........................................................35
Connecting this unit to a computer by Wi-Fi
after the first time.............................................................36
Transferring files from the unit
to a computer..............................................................36
Changing password .........................................................37
10 – Settings and Information .....................38
View information (INFORMATION)..............................38
File information screen (FILE INFO)......................38
Card information screen (CARD INFO)................38
System information screen (VERSION) ...............38
System Settings (SETUP).................................................39
Auto power save function setting .......................39
Backlight setting.........................................................39
Adjusting the display contrast...............................39
Battery type settings ................................................39
Restoring the DR-22WL to factory settings ......39
Formatting the microSD card................................39
Setting the file name type......................................40
11 – Messages................................................41
12 – Troubleshooting....................................42
13 – Specifications ........................................43
Rating ....................................................................................43
Input/output ratings........................................................43
Analog audio input and output ratings.............43
Control input/output ratings .................................43
Audio performance..........................................................43
Requirements for connected computers.................43
Wi-Fi.......................................................................................43
General .................................................................................44
Dimensional drawings ....................................................44

4 TASCAM DR-22WL
1 – Introduction
Features
• Compact audio recorder that uses microSD/microSDHC/
microSDXC cards as recording media
• Built-in with high performance directional stereo
microphones in XY positions
• Built-in Wi-Fi feature to use smartphone as remote control,
transfer files from the PCM recorder, and playback audio
• Scene dial allows for easy recording
• Two overdubbing modes for sound dubbing
• Practice mode with features useful for instrument practice,
such as I/O loop for repeated playback, VSA to adjust
playback speed without changing the pitch, key-change
and fine-tune to adjust the pitch
• 44.1/48/96 kHz, 16/24-bit, linear PCM (WAV/BWF format)
recording possible
• 32–320 kbps MP3 format recording possible (compatible
with ID3 tag v2.4)
• Overdubbing allows playback and input signals to be mixed
and recorded together as a new file
• Built-in 0.3 W monaural output speaker
• Built-in reverb function can be used during recording and
playback
• Automatic recording function starts recording
automatically when a set sound input level is detected
• Track incrementing function allows a recording to be split
by creating a new file when desired
• Pre-recording function allows the unit to record the
2seconds of sound before recording is activated
• Peak reduction function is available to reduce the level
automatically in case of excessively large input
• Limiter function is available to reduce the level
automatically in case of excessively large input
• Low cut filter reduces low-frequency noise
• Self-timer function to start recording after a set period of
time
• DIVIDE function allows files to be split where desired (only
for WAV files)
• MARK function convenient for moving to specific locations
• File name format can be set to use a user-defined word or
the date
• Resume function memorizes the playback position before
the unit is turned off
• 3.5mm (1/8”) jack for external stereo microphone input
(provides plug-in power) or external stereo line input
• 3.5mm (1/8”) line/headphones output jack
• 128 x 128 pixel LCD with backlight
• Micro-B type USB 2.0 port
• Operates on 2 AA batteries, AC adapter (sold separately:
TASCAM PS- P515U), or USB bus power
• Tripod attachment screw-hole built into unit
• USB cable included
This product has a Blackfin® 16/32-bit embedded processor
made by Analog Devices, Inc. This processor controls digital
signal processing.
Inclusion of this Blackfin® processor in the product increases
its performance and reduces its power consumption.
Conventions used in this manual
The following conventions are used in this manual:
• Buttons, connectors and other physical parts of this unit are
written using a bold font like this: MENU button.
• When we show messages, for example, that appears on the
unit’s display, the typeface looks like this: INPUT.
• microSD, microSDHC and microSDXC memory cards are
called “microSD cards”.
• Information shown on the computer display is written like
this “OK”.
• The selected folder is indicated as the“current folder”.
• Computer or portable audio devices that are connected via
Wi-Fi with the DR-22WL are indicated as the“Wi-Fi device”.
• Additional information is provided as necessary in tips,
notes and cautions
TIP
These are tips about how to use the unit.
NOTE
These include additional explanations and special cases.
CAUTION
Failure to follow these instructions could result in injury,
equipment damage or lost data, for example.
About microSD cards
The DR-22WL uses microSD cards for recording and playback.
Memory cards that you can use with the DR-22WL are microSD
cards of 64 MB to 2 GB, microSDHC cards of 4GB to 32GB, and
microSDXC cards of 48GB to 128GB.
Please refer to the TEAC Global Site (http://teac-global.com)
to learn more on the list of compatible SD cards, or contact the
TASCAM customer support service.
Precautions
microSD cards are precision devices. Please refer to the below
when using memory cards to prevent memory and/or card
damage:
• Do not leave a memory card in extremely hot or cold places
• Do not leave a memory card in extremely humid places
• Do not spill any liquids on the memory card
• Do not bend the card or subject it to any excessive force
• Do not subject the card to any physical shock
• Do not remove the card while the unit is accessing data, or
recording, playing, or making data transfer
• Always store the memory card in a case

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2 – Names and functions of parts
Top panel
1 Built-in stereo microphone
This is an XY directional stereo electret condenser
microphone.
The built-in microphone becomes inactive when an external
microphone or external input is connected to the MIC/EXT
IN jack on the right-side panel.
2 PEAK indicator
This will light in red immediately before the input noise
increases to a distortion level (-2dB).
3 −12dB indicator
This will light in green when the input noise exceeds the
−12dB level.
4 Display
Displays a variety of information.
5 Function buttons
Function of individual buttons changes according to what is
shown on display.
The displayed icon at the bottom of the screen indicates the
current function.
NOTE
For your convenience, this manual indicates the four
function buttons as F1, F2, F3, and F4 starting from the left.
6 Scene dial
Use this dial to change the unit setting according to the
scene. (See“Scene recording mode” on page 15.)
7 /MENU/8button
To display the MENU screen, press this button in home
screen.
To return to the home screen, press this button in any screen
display.
Press this button during recording to stop recording. Press
this button during playback or recording standby to pause
or stop (depending on the position in the file).
8 .Fast rewind button
Press this button while in play or stop mode to return to the
beginning of a track.
Press and hold this button to search backwards.
When the MARK SKIP MODE is set to ON on the
TOOL menu page, press this button while pressing and
holding the F2 button to move to the previous mark.
(See “Moving to the cue mark position” on page 23.)
9 Built-in mono speaker
Use this built-in speaker to listen to recordings.
No sound will play when:
oIn recording standby
oHeadphone is connected
oIn recording mode
oSpeaker output setting is turned off
0 RECORD button/RECORD indicator
When you press this button during stop mode, the RECORD
indicator (around RECORD button) flashes and the DR-22WL
will go into recording standby mode.
When you press this button during the recording standby
mode, the RECORD indicator lights and the DR-22WL starts
recording.
When you press this button during recording, the RECORD
indicator flashes.
When the scene dial is set to , press when stopped to
start recording.
q PLAY button
When the home screen is open and playback is stopped,
press this button to start playback.
When you select a file or folder in BROWSE screen and press
the PLAY button, the unit will return to the home screen and
start playing the selected file or folder from the beginning.
w /Fast forward button
Press this button in playback or stop mode to skip to the
next track.
Press and hold this button for fast forward search.
When the MARK SKIP MODE is set to ON on the
TOOL menu page, press this button while pressing and
holding the F2 button to move to the next mark. (See
“Moving to the cue mark position” on page 23.)
e Wi-Fi button
Use this button to turn on/off the Wi-Fi function.
Front panel
r Strap holder
A strap can be attached to this holder.
t Wi-Fi indicator
This indicator lights while the Wi-Fi module is in access.
y INPUT LEVEL volume
Turn this dial to adjust the input level.
The input level setting will pop-up on display when making
an adjustment.

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2 – Names and functions of parts
Left side panel
u/LINE OUT jack
A headphone or a line input jack of an external device (via
stereo mini-jack cable) can be connected to this jack.
i OUTPUT LEVEL (+/−) buttons
These buttons adjust the output sound level of the built-in
speaker or the /LINE OUT jack.
Volume level will pop-up on the bottom of the display while
making adjustment.
o HOLD/ switch
To turn the power on/off, slide and hold the switch towards
the icon.
When you slide the switch towards the HOLD side, all the
functions of the buttons are locked.
Right side panel
p USB port
Use the supplied USB cable to connect the DR-22WL with a
computer. (See “8 – Connecting with a computer” on page
32.)
Power can be supplied by using this USB cable or from an AC
adapter (sold separately: PS-P515U).
CAUTION
Connect the DR-22WL directly be connected directly with
the computer, not through a USB hub.
a microSD card slot
Insert or remove a microSD card.
s MIC/EXT IN jack
Connect an external stereo microphone or external input to
this jack. It is compatible with plug-in power.
The built-in microphone is disable when an external
microphone is connected to the MIC/EXT IN jack.
Bottom panel
d Tripod attachment screw-hole (1/4 inch)
A tripod can be attached to the DR-22WL.
CAUTION
• Ensure the tripod or microphone stand screws are securely
fastened to prevent the unit from falling off.
• When attaching this unit to a tripod or microphone stand,
ensure to place it on a level surface.
f Battery compartment cover
g Battery case
Insert batteries (two AA size) in this compartment to power
the unit. (See “Using AA size batteries”on page 10.)

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2 – Names and functions of parts
Home Screen
1 Playback file type message
Format type, sampling rate, bit rate, stereo/mono setting of
the playback file are shown.
2 Plug-in power on/off message
The plug-in power status (on/off) is displayed in icon view.
(See “Recording with an external microphone (MIC IN)”on
page 14.)
Icon On/off status
Blank Plug-in power function off
Plug-in power function on
3 Monitor output message
: output from built-in speaker
: output from headphone
4 Power supply status message
When power is supplied from the batteries, the current
battery level is displayed in bars ( , , ).
When the battery level is low, the will flash and the power
will be switched off (standy mode).
The will be displayed when using either the dedicated
AC adapter (TASCAM PS-P515U; sold separately) or the USB
bus power.
NOTE
When attempting recording or other operations that
consume large amount of power, a warning message of
Battery Low may pop-up.
5 Level meter
Displays the level of the playback sound.
6 Recorder status message
The recording status is indicated in the following icons:
Indicator Meaning
8Stop
9Pause
7Playback
,Fast forward
mRewind
/Skip forward to the beginning of the next file
.Skip backward to the beginning of either the
current or preceding file
7 File name
The name or tag information of the file currently in play is
displayed.
The ID3 tag information is displayed instead when included
in the MP3 file.
NOTE
ID3 tag information contains titles and artist names, which
can be stored in MP3 files.
8 Function buttons status message
Below icons are displayed while in stop or playback mode.
Icon Function
Display browse screen
Mark function (set/clear)
Delete file
9 Peak decibel (dB) message
Displays the maximum playback level in decibel reading per
set amount of time.
0 Elapsed time message
Displays the elapsed time (hours: minutes: seconds) of the
current file.
q Remaining time message
Displays the remaining time (hours: minutes: seconds) of the
current file.
Recording Screen
The below recording screen is displayed in recording or
recording standby mode.
1 Recording mode message
Displays the format, sampling rate, and stereo/mono of the
recording file. (See “Recording format settings (FORMAT/
SAMPLE/TYPE)” on page 16.)
2 Low-cut filter on/off status message
Displays the low-cut filter on/off status.
The message is highlighted when the low-cut filter is set at
40Hz / 80Hz / 120Hz / 220Hz.
Blank: low-cut filter is off
: low-cut filter is on
3 Limiter function on/off message
Displays the limiter function on/off status. (See “Setting the
Low Cut Filter” on page 18.)
Blank: limiter function is off
: limiter function is on
4 Peak reduction function on/off status message
Displays the peak reduction on/off status. (See “Using the
level control function”on page 18.)
Blank: peak reduction function is off
: peak reduction function is on

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2 – Names and functions of parts
5 Reverb on/off status message
Displays the reverb on/off status.
Icon On/off status
Blank Reverb is off
Reverb is on (Reverb sound added to
input sound)
Reverb is on (Reverb sound added to
output sound)
6 Level meter
Displays the input sound level.
When the AUTO REC function is turned on, the level meter
will display sounds within the level that activates the AUTO
REC function.
7 Prerecording function on/off status
Displays the Prerecording function on/off status. (See “Start
recording from slightly before pressing RECORD (PRE REC)”
on page 20.)
Blank: Prerecording is off
: Prerecording function is on
8 Recording status message
The recording status is indicated in the following icons:
Indicator Meaning
09 Recording standby or recording pause mode
0In recording mode
Begins recording in five seconds
Begins recording in ten seconds
9 Automatic recording function on/off status
Displays the Automatic recording function on/off status.
(See “Automatic recording (AUTO REC)” on page 19.)
Blank: Automatic recording off
: Automatic recording function on
NOTE
is displayed when the scene mode is or .
In this case, level control is automatic.
0Dual format recording function on/off status
This shows whether dual format recording is on or off.
Blank: dual format recording function off
: dual format recording function on
q File name message
Displays the file name automatically assigned to the
recording file.
w Peak decibel (dB) message
Displays the peak input level in decibel reading.
will be displayed when recording is above the peak level
(−2dB or more).
e Elapsed recording time
Displays the elapsed recording time of a recorded file (hours:
minutes: seconds).
r Remaining recording time
Displays the remaining recording time for the microSD card
(hours: minutes: seconds).
t Function buttons message
The following icons will be displayed while in recording
standby, recording, or recording pause mode:
Icon Function
Self-timer function
Mark function (set mark)
Display input setting screen
Activate the track increment
Clear peak hold

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2 – Names and functions of parts
Menu item list
Press the /MENU/8button to display the menu screen.
The menu screen consists of four pages each separated by types
of menu items.
REC: make basic recording settings
TOOL: make function settings useful for playback files
SETUP: make configuration settings for the DR-22WL
INFO: displays file and media information
Menu items are as follows:
Menu item Function Ref. page
REC
Make recording settings
FORMAT
SAMPLE
TYPE
page 16
PRE REC page 20
AUTO FUNC page 19
DUAL FORMAT page 21
COUNT INIT page 40
PEAK HOLD page 17
TOOL
Make settings for various functions.
MARK SKIP MODE page 23
DIVIDE page 29
AUTO DIVIDE page 29
REVERB page 30
SPEAKER page 12
METRONOME page 30
SETUP
Make various settings.
MEDIA FORMAT page 39
BACKLIGHT page 39
CONTRAST page 39
Wi-Fi page 37
AUTO PWR SAVE page 39
BATTERY TYPE page 39
DATE/TIME page 11
FILE NAME page 40
INITIALIZE page 39
INFO
View various types of information.
FILE INFO
page 38CARD INFO
VERSION
Using menus
The following explains the menus, using the display contrast
setting as an example.
1. Press the /MENU/8button to display the menu screen.
2. Press the F1 button to display various menu pages.
SETUP page is selected
3. Use the F2 and F3 buttons to select (highlight) the
item you want to set.
CONTRAST item is selected
4. Press the F4 button to open the parameter display.
5. Use the F2 and F3 buttons to change settings, and
press the F4 button to finalize the setting.
6. Repeat the 2. to 5. steps to set each items.
7. Press the /MENU/8button to return to the home screen.
Basic operations
Use the following buttons to operate the various screens.
/MENU/8button
The menu screen will pop up when you press this button in stop
or pause mode.
To return to the home screen, press this button in any screen
display.

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3 – Preparation
Powering the unit
Power sources
The DR-22WL operates on two AA batteries, the dedicated AC
adapter (TASCAM PS-P515U; sold separately), or the supplied
USB cable (USB bus power).
Use either alkaline batteries or Ni-MH batteries.
Using AA size batteries
Remove the battery compartment cover on the back of the unit,
insert two AA batteries with the ¥and ^ends in the right
position, and close the cover.
Select the same type of batteries to get an accurate reading of
the remaining battery power and required minimum power for
operation. (See “Battery type settings”on page 39.)
CAUTION
• Do not use Manganese dry cell batteries.
• Ni-MH batteries will not be recharged with this unit; use a
separate battery recharger instead.
• The supplied alkaline batteries are for testing and may not
last long.
Using an AC adapter (sold separately)
Use the supplied USB cable to connect the USB port of the
unit and the dedicated AC adapter (TASCAM PS- P515U; sold
separately) as illustrated below.
AC outlet
micro-B USB plug
TASCAM PS-P515U (sold separately)
Connect the
supplied USB cable
NOTE
When both batteries and the AC adapter are attached to the
unit, power will be supplied from the AC adapter.
CAUTION
• Use only the dedicated AC adapter (TASCAM PS- P515U;
sold separately). The use of another adapter may cause
malfunction, fire or electric shock.
• Noise may occur during microphone recording when the
unit and AC adapter are in close proximity. If noise occurs,
move the AC adapter away from the unit.
Using USB bus power
Use the supplied USB cable to connect the unit and the
computer as illustrated below.
Computer
micro-B USB plug
Connect the
supplied USB cable
USB
When you connect a USB cable while the unit power is on,
or turn on the power after making a connection, the USB
SELECT screen will pop up, prompting the user to select
either to operate the unit with USB bus power or make a USB
connection with the computer.
Use the F2 button and the F3 button to select (highlight)
the BUS POWER, then press F4 button to supply power
from the USB port and display the home screen.
NOTE
Power is supplied from the USB port when USB cable is
connected to the unit inserted with batteries (USB bus
power prioritized).
CAUTION
• Depending on the USB bus power specifications of the
computer, the DR-22WL may not operate with a USB
connection. If this occurs, please use the dedicated AC
adapter (TASCAM PS-P515U; sold separately) instead.
• This unit is not compatible with the computer’s power-save
mode or sleep-mode. Please turn off these modes when
operating the unit from the computer’s USB bus power.