Tascam DR-701D User manual

D01276520B
DR-701D
Linear PCM Recorder for DSLR
REFERENCE MANUAL
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2 TASCAM DR-701D
Contents
1 – Introduction ..............................................4
Features..................................................................................4
Conventions used in this manual..................................4
Trademarks............................................................................5
About SD cards ....................................................................5
Precautions for use...................................................... 5
2 – Names and functions of parts ..................6
Front panel............................................................................ 6
Rear panel.............................................................................. 6
Left side ..................................................................................7
Right side ...............................................................................8
Top............................................................................................8
Bottom.................................................................................... 9
Home Screen ........................................................................ 9
Menu structure ..................................................................10
Basic Menu Screen operations.....................................12
Menu operation procedures..................................12
Basic operation ..................................................................12
3 – Preparation..............................................13
Powering the unit .............................................................13
Power sources .............................................................13
Using AA batteries.....................................................13
Using an AC adapter (sold separately)................13
Using an external battery pack (sold separately)
13
Using USB bus power................................................14
Turning the power on and off (putting it in standby)
14
Turning the unit on....................................................14
Turning the unit off (putting it in standby).......14
Resume function ........................................................14
Setting the date and time..............................................15
Inserting and removing SD cards................................15
Inserting the card.......................................................15
Removing the card ....................................................15
SD card write protection switches.......................15
Preparing an SD card for use ........................................16
Camera connections........................................................16
Setting the input functions...........................................17
Recording with the built-in mics ..........................17
Connecting microphones.......................................17
Recording an external device (LINE IN)..............17
Connecting a time code generator............................17
Connecting monitoring equipment ..........................18
Adjusting the playback volume...................................18
Monitoring...........................................................................19
Selecting the monitored signals...........................19
Using the accessory shoe on the top panel ............19
4 – Recording ................................................20
Setting where to save files.............................................20
Setting the recording input sources ..........................20
Adjusting the input level................................................20
Compensating for mic distances.................................21
Setting phase reversal for individual channels......21
Set the power sources used by mics..........................22
Setting phantom power..........................................22
Setting the phantom power voltage ..................22
Setting plug-in power..............................................23
Using the limiter................................................................23
Setting automatic level control (ALC)........................24
Setting the low-cut filter ................................................24
Setting the recording file type, file format
and sampling frequency ................................................24
Setting channels to record ............................................25
Make MIX channel recording settings.......................25
Recording (MONO/STEREO/POLY (6ch)) ...................25
Starting recording......................................................25
File names when the FILE TYPE is MONO..........25
File names when the FILE TYPE is STEREO........25
File names when POLY (6ch) recording..............25
Creating a new file while continuing to record
(file incrementing) ............................................................26
Manually incrementing files during recording ..26
Automatically incrementing files during
recording.......................................................................26
Simultaneously recording two files at different
input levels (DUAL REC) ..................................................26
Enabling dual recording ..........................................26
Starting dual recording............................................26
Dual recording file names.......................................26
Using mark functions.......................................................27
Adding marks manually to a recording .............27
Moving to a mark position......................................27
Using the auto tone function .......................................27
Setting the auto tone function .............................27
Setting the volume of auto tones and slate
tones ...............................................................................27
Using the oscillator....................................................27
Recording slate tones......................................................28
Moving to slate tone insertion positions...........28
Inputting time code and adding recording start
times to files........................................................................28
Setting the time code source input.....................28
Setting the power off generator function ........29
Checking the time code counter..........................29
Outputting this unit's audio as the HDMI output
audio......................................................................................29
Outputting the audio of each input channel
from the HDMI output..............................................29
Outputting the MIX audio from the HDMI
output ............................................................................29
Recording duration ..........................................................30

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Contents
5 – Working with Files and Folders
(Browse Screen) ............................................31
Navigating the Browse Screen .....................................31
Icons on the Browse Screen ..........................................31
File operations ...................................................................31
Folder operations..............................................................32
Creating a new folder......................................................32
Using the MEDIA menu page to create
a folder...........................................................................32
Using NEW FOLDER on the Browse Screen.......32
6 – Playback...................................................33
Playing recordings............................................................33
Pausing playback........................................................33
Stopping playback.....................................................33
Searching backward and forward........................33
Jumping between playback positions......................33
Playing dual recording files...........................................33
7 – Mixer ........................................................34
Setting the mixer ..............................................................34
Using mid-side microphones .......................................34
Adjusting the stereo width.....................................34
Setting the GANG operation mode............................34
8 – Connecting with a Computer .................35
Transferring files to a computer ..................................35
Transferring files from a computer.............................35
Disconnecting from a computer .................................35
9 – Settings and Information .......................36
Setting the file name format ........................................36
Setting the WORD item............................................36
Resetting the count...................................................36
Format an SD card ............................................................36
Adjusting the display contrast .....................................37
Setting the peak hold time............................................37
Setting trim operation mute.........................................37
Making power management settings.......................37
Setting the type of batteries..................................37
Set the automatic power saving function.........37
Setting the backlight ................................................37
Restoring factory default settings ..............................37
Viewing File Information................................................38
File information page (PROJECT)..........................38
Card information page (CARD)..............................38
System information page (SYSTEM)....................38
10 – Using the REMOTE jack.........................39
Using a footswitch (TASCAM RC-3F)...........................39
Setting up the footswitch .......................................39
Using the footswitch.................................................39
Using a remote control (TASCAM RC-10) ..................39
Setting up a remote control...................................39
Using the remote control ........................................39
11 – Messages................................................40
12 – Troubleshooting....................................41
13 – Specifications ........................................42
General .................................................................................42
Input/output ratings........................................................42
Analog audio input and output ratings.............42
Control input/output ratings .................................42
Audio performance..........................................................43
General .................................................................................43
Dimensional drawings ....................................................44

4 TASCAM DR-701D
1 – Introduction
Features
This audio recorder includes audio outputs and functions
designed for use with digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) cameras
and video cameras, enabling the recording of high-quality
audio.
• Compact audio recorder that uses SD/SDHC/SDXC cards as
recording media
• TASCAM High Definition Discrete Architecture (HDDA)
microphone preamps provide high-quality recording inputs
• Four channels can be mixed down to two for stereo output
• Recording levels can be adjusted independently for all
channels
• GANG trim function enables linked control of multiple trims
while retaining level differences
• Clock synchronization with a camera possible using an
HDMI connection
• Support for HDMI time code recording triggers
• Support for HDMI time code and LTC time code input (time
code time embedded in BWF Time Reference)
• Audio recorded by this unit can be added to images from
the HDMI input and then output by HDMI
• Dual recording function allows two files to be recorded
simultaneously at different levels
• Simultaneous recording of up to 4 channels and a stereo
mix possible (4+2)
• 44.1/48/96/192 kHz, 16/24-bit, linear PCM (WAV format)
recording possible
• Broadcast Wave Format (BWF) supported as WAV recording
format
• XLR mic/line inputs can provide phantom power (24/48V)
• TRS mic/line inputs support +24dBU input when set to LINE
• Stereo mini jack input supports mics that require plug-in
power, allowing the input of video mics and other
high-output mics (+10dBV maximum input level)
• Slate tone functions (automatic/manual) simplify
synchronization of video files when editing
• Camera out connector allows the high-quality audio from
this unit to be output to a DSLR camera for recording
• Camera in connector enables convenient monitoring of
audio from a DSLR camera
• Mid-side decoding function can be used with MS mics
• File incrementing function allows a recording to be split by
creating a new file when desired
• Automatic level control can be used to control recording
levels in response to input signal volumes
• Multiband limiter can automatically reduce just parts with
input levels that are too high to suitable levels
• Low cut filter conveniently reduces low-frequency noise
• Delay function eliminates time lags caused by the different
distances of two input sources
• Tone search function can move to points were slate tones
were input
• Marks can be set where desired during recording
• File name format can be set to use a user-defined word or
the date
• Resume function remembers the playback position before
the unit was turned off (put in standby)
• 3.5mm (1/8”) line and headphones output jacks
• 128×64 dot-matrix LCD with backlight
• Micro-B USB 2.0 port
• Operates on 4 AA batteries, a TASCAM PS-P515U AC adapter
(sold separately), a TASCAM BP-6AA external battery pack
(sold separately) or USB bus power
• Tripod mounting threads (bottom) and DSLR screw
attachment that allows attachment and removal with a coin
(top)
• Dedicated remote control jack for use with RC-10 and RC-3F
(sold separately)
• HOLD switch to prevent accidental operation
• Handles on the front left and right sides protect the screen
This product has a Blackfin® 16/32-bit embedded processor
made by Analog Devices, Inc. This processor controls the
unit's 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.
• When we refer to buttons, connectors and other parts of
this unit, we use a bold font like this: MENU button.
• When we show messages, for example, that appear on the
unit’s display, the typeface looks like this: MIX .
• “SD card” indicates SD, SDHC and SDXC memory cards.
• Information shown on a computer display is written like
this: “OK”.
• 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.

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1 – Introduction
Trademarks
• TASCAM is a trademark of TEAC CORPORATION, registered
in the U.S. and other countries.
• The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia
Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered
trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in United States and
other countries.
• The SDXC logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
• Blackfin® and the Blackfin logo are registered trademarks of
Analog Devices, Inc.
• Other company names, product names and logos in this
document are the trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective owners.
Information is given about products in this manual only
for the purpose of example and does not indicate any
guarantees against infringements of third-party intel-
lectual property rights and other rights related to them.
TEAC Corporation will bear no responsibility for infringe-
ments on third-party intellectual property rights or other
liabilities that occur as a result of the use of this product.
Properties copyrighted by third parties cannot be used
for any purpose other than personal enjoyment and
the like without the permission of the right holders
recognized by copyright law. Always use this equipment
properly.
TEAC Corporation will bear no responsibility for rights
infringements committed by users of this product.
About SD cards
This unit uses SD cards for recording and playback.
It can use 64MB–2GB SD cards, 4–32GB SDHC cards and
48–128GB SDXC cards.
A list of SD cards that have been confirmed for use with this unit
can be found on the TEAC Global Site (http://teac-global.com).
You can also contact TASCAM customer support for information.
Precautions for use
SD cards are delicate media. In order to avoid damaging SD
cards, 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.
• Do not remove or insert them during recording, playback,
data transmission or other access.
• When transporting them, put them into cases, for example.

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Front panel
1Built-in stereo microphone
This stereo microphone uses two omnidirectional electret
condenser mics.
2Front cover
This covers the battery compartment and the SD slot.
3Battery compartment
Install batteries (4 AA) in this compartment to power the
unit.(see “Using AA batteries”on page 13)
4SD card slot
Insert an SD card here.
Rear panel
5Display
This shows a variety of information.
61 knob and PEAK indicator
Use the 1knob to adjust the input level from the IN 1
connector on the left side of the unit.
The 1 PEAK indicator lights when the input level is about to
cause distortion.
During mic input, this also lights if distortion occurs in
the analog circuitry. During line level input, this does not
light even if distortion occurs in the analog circuitry.(see
“Adjusting the input level” on page 20)
72 knob and PEAK indicator
Use the 2knob to adjust the input level from the IN 2
connector on the left side of the unit.
The 2 PEAK indicator lights when the input level is about to
cause distortion.
During mic input, this also lights if distortion occurs in
the analog circuitry. During line level input, this does not
light even if distortion occurs in the analog circuitry.(see
“Adjusting the input level” on page 20)
8MENU button
When the Home Screen is open, press this button to open
the Menu Screen.
When a setting screen is open, press to move up one level in
the menu. When the Menu Screen is open, press to return to
the Home Screen.
9MONITOR button
When not playing back, press to open the monitoring source
selection menu.
02/7button
When the Home Screen is open and the unit is stopped,
press this button to start playback.
When a file or folder is selected on the Browse Screen, press
this button to return to the Home Screen and play the file or
the first file in the folder from the beginning.
Press this button when a CH1 / CH2 / CH3 / CH4 item on a
menu page is shown to move the cursor to the channel 2
setting.
q1/8button
Press this button during playback to stop playback and
return to the beginning of that playback file.
Press this button during recording to stop recording.
Press this button when a CH1 / CH2 / CH3 / CH4 item on a
menu page is shown to move the cursor to the channel 1
setting.
Use this button to answer “NO” to a confirmation message
when using a setting screen.
wDUAL indicator
This lights orange when in dual recording mode.
eREC indicator
This lights red when recording.
rRecord (0) button
Press when stopped to start recording.
t3 knob and PEAK indicator
Use the 3knob to adjust the input level from the IN 3
connector on the left side of the unit.
The 3 PEAK indicator lights when the input level is about
to cause distortion. During mic input, this also lights if
distortion occurs in the analog circuitry. During line level
input, this does not light even if distortion occurs in the
analog circuitry.(see“Adjusting the input level” on page
20)
y4 knob and PEAK indicator
Use the 4knob to adjust the input level from the IN 4
connector on the right side of the unit.
The 4 PEAK indicator lights when the input level is about
to cause distortion. During mic input, this also lights if
distortion occurs in the analog circuitry. During line level
input, this does not light even if distortion occurs in the
analog circuitry.(see“Adjusting the input level” on page
20)

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uDATA dial (ENTER)
Turn to select items and change values on setting screens.
Push to confirm selections on setting screens and to answer
“YES” to confirmation pop-up messages.
Press during recording to add a mark manually.(see “Using
mark functions” on page 27)
i3//button
Press this button during playback or when stopped to move
to the next mark. When there are no marks, press to skip to
the next file.
Press and hold this button to search forward.
Press this button when a CH1 / CH2 / CH3 / CH4 item on a
menu page is shown to move the cursor to the channel 3
setting.
On the setting screens, use this button to move the cursor
right.
If a file is selected, the file is loaded and the unit returns to
the Home Screen.
o4/.button
Press this button to move to the previous mark during
playback or when stopped in the middle of a file. When
there are no marks, press to return to the beginning of the
playback file.
If you press this button when a file is stopped at its
beginning, the unit will skip to the beginning of the previous
file.
Press and hold this button to search backwards.
Press this button when a CH1 / CH2 / CH3 / CH4 item on a
menu page is shown to move the cursor to the channel 4
setting.
On the setting screens, use this button to move the cursor
left.
pSLATE button
Press and hold during recording, playback or monitoring
to record a slate stone.(see “Recording slate tones”on page
28)
Left side
NOTE
When connecting and using plugs from external devices,
do not apply excessive force to the plugs. In particular,
be careful not to apply too much force when using a
standard to mini plug adapter. Doing so could damage the
equipment.
aHOLD/ switch
Slide this switch down (in the direction of the arrow) to turn
the unit on/off.
Set it to the top position to activate the hold function. All
buttons are inoperative when hold is ON.
sPHONES volume
Use to adjust the volume output from the PHONES jack.
CAUTION
Before connecting headphones, lower the PHONES volume
to the minimum level. Failure to do so could result in a
sudden loud noise that could harm hearing, for example.
dPHONES jack (3.5mm stereo mini jack)
Connect stereo headphones to this stereo mini jack.
Use the PHONES control to adjust the volume.
fEXT IN 1/2 connector (3.5mm stereo mini jack)
Use this input jack to connect a stereo mini jack mic or an
external device.
This jack provides plug-in power.
TRS (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)
gREMOTE jack (2.5mm TRS jack)
Connect a TASCAM RC-3F footswitch or TASCAM RC-10
wired remote control (both sold separately) here. This
enables remote starting and stopping of playback and other
functions.(see “10 – Using the REMOTE jack” on page 39)
hIN 1 connector (XLR/TRS)
This balanced analog jack is an XLR mic and standard TRS
jack input.
XLR (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
TRS (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)
jIN 2 connector (XLR/TRS)
This balanced analog jack is an XLR mic and standard TRS
jack input.
XLR (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
TRS (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)
kIN 3 connector (XLR/TRS)
This balanced analog jack is an XLR mic and standard TRS
jack input.
XLR (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
TRS (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)
CAUTION
• Confirm that phantom power is OFF before connecting a
line level device to an IN 1, IN 2, IN 3 or IN 4 connector.
If you connect a line level device while phantom power is
being supplied, that device and this unit could be damaged.
• When using a condenser microphone, before connecting to
or disconnecting from an IN 1, IN 2, IN 3 or IN 4 connector,
confirm that the phantom power for that jack is OFF. If you
connect or disconnect a mic while phantom power is being
supplied, that mic and this unit could be damaged.
• Turn phantom power ON only when using a condenser
microphone that requires phantom power. Turning
phantom power on when a dynamic mic or other mic that
does not require it is connected could damage this unit and
connected equipment.
• When using condenser mics that require phantom power
and dynamic mics together, be sure to use balanced
dynamic mics. Unbalanced dynamic mics cannot be used
when phantom power is enabled.

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Right side
NOTE
When connecting and using plugs from external devices,
do not apply excessive force to the plugs. In particular,
be careful not to apply too much force when using a
standard to mini plug adapter. Doing so could damage the
equipment.
lHDMI IN port
Connect a DSLR camera or other HDMI source device here.
;HDMI OUT port
Connect an HDMI monitor or other HDMI sync device here.
zMicro USB port
Use the included USB cable to connect with a computer USB
port.(see “8 – Connecting with a Computer” on page 35)
Power can be supplied through the USB cable provided with
the unit or a TASCAM PS-P515U AC adapter (sold separately).
CAUTION
The unit should be connected directly to the computer, not
through a USB hub.
xIN 4 connector (XLR/TRS)
This balanced analog jack is an XLR mic and standard TRS
jack input.
XLR (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
TRS (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)
cIN connector (3.5mm stereo mini jack)
Use a stereo mini jack cable to connect this with the camera
audio output jack.
Refer to the camera’s operation manual to identify
connectors on the camera.(see “Camera connections”on
page 16)
vOUT jack (3.5mm stereo mini jack)
Use a stereo mini jack cable to connect this with the camera
external input jack.
Use the OUTPUT LEVEL page CAMERA item to adjust
the volume output from this jack.(see “Adjusting the
playback volume” on page 18)
Refer to the camera’s operation manual to identify
connectors on the camera.(see “Camera connections”on
page 16)
bLINE OUT jack (3.5mm stereo mini jack)
Use a stereo mini jack cable to connect this with the line
input jack of an external device.
Use the OUTPUT LEVEL page LINE item to adjust the
volume output from this jack.(see “Adjusting the playback
volume” on page 18)
nTIME CODE IN connector
Use a BNC cable to connect this with the time code output
connector of an external device.(see “Connecting a time
code generator” on page 17)
Top
mDSLR camera attachment bracket
Use this bracket, which is preinstalled on the unit, with the
DSLR mounting screw.
If you do not want to use this bracket, use a coin or other
tool to remove the four attachment screws.
,DSLR camera mounting screw (1/4-inch)
Use to attach this unit to the bottom of a camera or a rack
that supports camera mounting screws, for example.
.Accessory shoe
You can remove the included DSLR camera attachment
bracket to use the accessory shoe.

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Bottom
/Tripod mounting threads (1/4-inch)
Use to attach this unit to a tripod.
CAUTION
• Securely tighten all the screws on the tripod or microphone
stand to prevent the unit from falling off.
• Place the tripod or microphone stand on a level surface
when using it with this unit.
• Some tripods have different screw specifications that make
direct connection impossible. Use a commercially-available
adapter with such tripods.
!Video camera pin hole
When using a tripod with a pin for video cameras, align this
hole with the pin when attaching the unit to the tripod.
Home Screen
The unit's Home Screen has a counter display mode and a trim
display mode.
When the Home Screen is open, press the DATA dial to change
the display mode.
Home Screen counter display mode
Home Screen trim display mode
1Time code reception status
This shows the time code reception status.(see “Inputting
time code and adding recording start times to files” on page
28)
No indicator: time code not being received
: time code being received
2Recorder operation status
This icon shows the recorder operation status.
Indicator Meaning
8Stopped
9Paused
7Playing back
,Searching forward
mSearching backward
/Skipping to the beginning of the next file
.Skipping to the beginning of the current or
previous file
0Recording
3Elapsed time
This shows the elapsed time (hours: minutes: seconds) of the
current file.
4Power supply status
A battery icon appears when power is supplied by batteries.
The icon shows the amount of battery power remaining with
25 levels ( ee).
The battery is almost dead and the unit will soon turn off
(enter standby) if the icon appears empty and blinks.
When using the PS-P515U AC adapter (sold separately) or
USB bus power, appears. Even when using bus power,
you can check the unit's remaining battery power with an
8-level indicator.

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NOTE
Sometimes a Battery Low warning appears when
recording or conducting other demanding operations even
when battery power remains.
5HDMI connection status
This shows the HDMI connection status.
No indicator: ; HDMI not connected
: HDMI connected
: HDMI connected (clock sync)
6Recording setting status
These show whether or not recording is enabled. (see
“Setting channels to record”on page 25)
: recording not enabled
: recording enabled
7Phantom power status
These show whether phantom power is on or off.(see
“Setting phantom power” on page 22)
No icon: Phantom power off
: Phantom power on
8MIX recording setting status
: MIX recording off
: MIX recording on
9Level meters
These show the levels of the input and playback signals.
The dotted lines at the −20dB (bmark) and −12dB
positions are guides for input level adjustment.
0Remaining time
When playing back, this shows the remaining time (hours:
minutes) of the current file.
When recording, this shows the remaining time (hours:
minutes) of the SD card.
qPeak values in decibels (dB)
During playback, the maximum level that occurs in a fixed
period of time is shown in decibels for each channel.
During recording, the peak input level values are shown in
decibels.
wProject name
This shows the name of the project being recorded or
playing back.
A project is a group of files used for recording/playback.
eTrim values
These show the settings of the 1/2/3/4knobs.
rGANG status
These show the GANG operation status of the 1/2/3/4
knobs.(see “Setting the GANG operation mode” on page
34)
: Set to GANG group 1
: Set to GANG group 2
Menu structure
The first time, press the MENU button to open the INPUT page
of the menu. In the future, press this button to reopen the menu
page that was last open.
The Menu Screen has 18 pages organized by types of menu
items.
Page name Meaning
1
INPUT
Make input settings.
2
MIXER
Make built-in mixer settings.
3
PHASE/DELAY
Make input phase settings and
compensate for mic distances.
4
LEVEL CONTROL
Make input level settings.
5
TRIM GANG
Make GANG operation
settings.
6
OUTPUT LEVEL
Make output level settings.
7
MIC POWER
Make mic power settings.
8
RECORD
Make recording channel
settings.
9
REC SETTING
Make recording settings.
10
FILE
Make file settings.
11
MEDIA
Make media settings.
12
TIME CODE
Make time code settings.
13
SLATE TONE
Make slate tone settings.
14
HDMI AUDIO
ASSIGN
Set HDMI output audio assign-
ments.
15
METER/TRIM
Make meter and trim settings.
16
POWER MANAGEMENT
Make power management
settings.
17
REMOTE
Make remote control settings.
18
SYSTEM
Make system settings.

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The various menu items are as follows.
Menu item Function Page
INPUT page
GAIN
Set the input gain. page 20
SEL
Select input sources. page 20
MIXER page
LVL. Adjust the level.
page 34
PAN
Adjust the left/right balance.
Adjust the mid/side balance
in mid-side mode.
MS
Turn mid-side decoding on/
off. page 34
PHASE/DELAY page
PHAS
Set the input phase. page 21
DELY
Compensate for mic
distances. page 21
LEVEL CONTROL page
LIM. Set the limiter. page 23
AUTO
Set automatic level control. page 24
LCF
Set the low-cut filter. page 24
TRIM GANG page
GRP1
Set the group 1 GANG
operation. page 34
GRP2
Set the group 2 GANG
operation.
OUTPUT LEVEL page
CAMERA
Set the camera output level. page 18
LINE
Set the line output level.
MIC POWER page
PHAN
Turn phantom power on/off. page 22
VOLTAGE
Set the phantom power
voltage. page 22
PLUGIN
Set the plug-in power
function. page 23
RECORD page
SEL
Make recording channel
settings. page 25
MIX
Make MIX recording settings. page 25
DUAL
Make channel settings
and adjust levels for dual
recording.
page 26
REC SETTING page
FILE TYPE
Set the recording file type.
page 24
FORMAT
Set the recording file format.
SAMPLE
Set the sampling frequency.
Menu item Function Page
FILE page
NAME TYPE
Set the file name format.
page 36
WORD
Set the file name text.
COUNT INIT
Reset the file number.
MEDIA page
BROWSE
Work with files and folders on
the SD card.
page 31
page 32
NEW FOLDER
Make settings for new folder
creation. page 32
FORMAT
Format SD cards. page 36
TIME CODE page
SELECT
Set the time code source. page 28
POWER OFF
GEN
Set whether or not the
generator runs when the
power is off.
page 29
SLATE TONE page
AUTO
Set the automatic slate tone. page 27
VOLUME
Set the slate tone volume. page 27
OSCILLATOR
Activate the oscillator. page 27
HDMI AUDIO ASSIGN page
SEL
Make HDMI output channel
settings. page 29
MIX
Make HDMI output MIX
setting. page 29
METER/TRIM page
PEAK HOLD
Set the peak hold time. page 37
TRIM MIN
Make the trim operation mute
setting. page 37
POWER MANAGEMENT page
BATTERY TYPE
Set the type of batteries. page 37
AUTO PWR
SAVE
Set the automatic power off
function. page 37
BACKLIGHT
Set the time until the
backlight turns off. page 37
REMOTE page
CONTROLLER
Make remote control settings. page 39
MODE
Set the remote control mode.
SYSTEM page
INITIALIZE
Restore the default settings. page 37
DATE/TIME
Set the date and time. page 15
INFORMATION
Shows a variety of infor-
mation. page 38
CAUTION
• During recording, the menu pages from
INPUT to
OUTPUT LEVEL will be shown. The MIC POWER and
later menu pages will not be shown.
• The settings for all menu items are retained even when the
unit is turned off.

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Basic Menu Screen operations
Use the following operations to work with the pages of the
Menu Screen.
8Selecting items (moving vertically on a page):
Turn the DATA dial.
NOTE
Turn the DATA dial to move up or down one item at a time
from the INPUT page GAIN item to the SYSTEM page
INFORMATION item.
8Confirming a selected item:
Press the DATA dial.
8Opening a submenu from a page:
Press the DATA dial.
8Going back one level in a menu:
Press the MENU button.
8Returning to the Home Screen from a menu:
Press the MENU button.
Menu operation procedures
In this example, we explain how to change recording settings.
1. Press the MENU button to open the Menu Screen.
2. Turn the DATA dial to select an item (highlighted) to be set
on a menu page.
REC SETTING page FILE TYPE item selected
3. Press the DATA dial to move the cursor to (highlight) the
value of the setting.
NOTE
For a setting item that shows CH1/CH2/CH3/CH4, press the
DATA dial to move the cursor to the setting value of the next
channel in order. In addition, pressing a number button will
also move the cursor to the corresponding channel.
4. Turn the DATA dial to change the setting.
5. Press the DATA dial or MENU button to set a different item.
This enables selection of a different item. Turn the DATA dial
to select an item to be set.
6. Repeat steps 3 to 6 as necessary to set other items.
7. Press the MENU button to return to the Home Screen.
Basic operation
Use the following buttons to operate the various screens.
8MENU button
This opens the Menu Screen.
81/8button
Press this to answer “NO” to a pop-up confirmation message.
8DATA dial
Turn the DATA dial to select items and change values on setting
screens. You can also turn the DATA dial to change the file
playback position.
Push the DATA dial to confirm selections on setting screens and
to answer“YES” to confirmation pop-up messages.
83//button
On the Browse Screen, use this to advance a level.
84/.button
On the Browse Screen, use this to go back a level.

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3 – Preparation
Powering the unit
Power sources
This unit can be powered by 4 AA batteries or by using the
included USB cable to supply USB bus power. The USB cable
can also be connected to a TASCAM PS-P515U AC adapter or a
TASCAM BP-6AA external battery box (both sold separately).
This unit can use alkaline, Ni-MH or lithium AA batteries.
Using AA batteries
Open the front cover and battery compartment. Install 4 AA
batteries in the compartment with the ¥and ^marks as
shown. Then, close the battery compartment and front cover.
When using AA batteries, set the type of battery in order to
accurately show the amount of power remaining and allow the
unit to accurately determine whether power is available for
proper operation.(see“Setting the type of batteries”on page
37)
CAUTION
• Manganese dry cell batteries cannot be used with this unit.
• This unit cannot recharge Ni-MH batteries. Use a commer-
cially available recharger.
NOTE
A great amount of power is required to provide phantom
power to a condenser microphone. If you use a condenser
microphone while running the unit on AA batteries
((alkaline, NiMH or lithium), the operation time will be
shortened.
If you need to operate the unit for a long time, use a TASCAM
PS-P515U AC adapter or TASCAM BP-6AA external battery
box (both sold separately) to power the unit.
Using an AC adapter (sold separately)
Use the included USB cable to connect the TASCAM PS-P515U
AC adapter to the unit's USB port as shown in the illustration.
AC outlet
micro-B USB plug
Connect the
included USB cable
TASCAM
PS-P515U (sold separately)
NOTE
When both batteries are installed and the AC adapter is
connected, power will be supplied from the AC adapter.
CAUTION
• Never use any adapter other than the designated TASCAM
PS- P515U AC adapter. Use of a different adapter could
cause malfunction, fire or electric shock.
• Noise may occur when recording with a microphone if the
unit is too close to the AC adapter. In such a case, keep suffi-
cient distance between the AC adapter and the unit.
Using an external battery pack (sold
separately)
Connect a TASCAM BP-6AA external battery pack (designed for
use with this unit and sold separately) to the recorder with the
included USB cable as shown in the illustration. For details, see
the BP-6AA Owner’s Manual.
TASCAM BP-6AA (sold separately)
micro-B USB plug
Connect the included USB
cable
CAUTION
The unit cannot detect the remaining battery charge of a
BP-6AA. If you use a BP-6AA to operate the recorder without
batteries in the unit itself, it might stop operating suddenly
if the battery pack runs out of charge.
In order to avoid problems, put batteries with sufficient
charge into the unit before connecting and using a BP-6AA.

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Using USB bus power
Connect the unit to a computer using the included USB cable as
shown in the illustration.
Connect the included USB cable
micro-B USB plug
Computer
If the USB cable is connected while the unit is on or the unit
is turned on with the USB cable already connected, the USB
SELECT screen will appear. Choose between USB bus power
supply or computer connection on this screen.
Turn the DATA dial to select BUS POWER and press the DATA
dial to enable power supply from the USB port. The Home
Screen will appear.
NOTE
Power is supplied from the USB port if the USB cable is
connected to the unit even when it contains batteries (USB
bus power prioritized).
CAUTION
• Depending on the USB bus power specifications of the
computer, this unit might not function when connected
to the computer by USB cable. In this case, use a TASCAM
PS-P515U AC adapter (sold separately) or batteries.
• This unit does not support computer power conservation
and sleep functions. When powering the unit using the USB
bus power of a computer, always turn such functions off.
Turning the power on and off (putting
it in standby)
CAUTION
• The unit enters standby mode if shut down when the unit
is operating on AC power supplied through a TASCAM
PS-P515U AC adapter (sold separately) or bus power
supplied from a computer USB port.
• Turn down the volume of the monitoring system connected
to the unit before turning the unit on/off (standby).
• Do not use headphones when turning the unit on/off
(standby). Loud noises could damage the speakers or harm
your hearing.
Turning the unit on
To start the unit when off (in standby), slide the HOLD/
switch toward until "TASCAM DR-701D" (start-up screen)
appears on the display.
The Home Screen appears after the unit starts up.
Start-up Screen Home Screen
CAUTION
When the unit is started up for the first time (or when
the built-in clock is reset after being left unused without
batteries), the DATE/TIME screen appears before the
Start-up Screen so you can set the date and time.(see
“Setting the date and time” on page 15)
Turning the unit off (putting it in standby)
When on, slide the HOLD/ switch toward .
The unit turns off (enters standby) after it completes its
shutdown process.
CAUTION
Always use the HOLD/ button to turn the unit off (put it
in standby).
While the unit is on, do not remove the batteries, disconnect
the power cord when using a TASCAM PS-P515U AC adapter
(sold separately) or disconnect the USB cable when using
USB bus power. Doing so will cause all recordings, settings
and other data to be lost. Lost data and settings cannot be
restored.
Resume function
This unit has a resume function. When started up, the unit
locates to the position (time) where it was when turned off (put
in standby) previously.
After the unit is turned on, playback is possible from the
position (time) it was at when the 2/7button was pressed to
turn the unit off (put it in standby).
NOTE
This data is stored on the SD card. The resume function will
not work if the card is changed or formatted.

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3 – Preparation
Setting the date and time
Using its internal clock, this unit includes the date and time
when a file is recorded.
1. Select the DATE/TIME item on the SYSTEM page to
open the DATE/TIME screen. (see “Menu operation
procedures” on page 12)
2. Turn the DATA dial to change a value, and press the DATA
dial to confirm it and move the cursor to the next item.
After you change the year, month, day, hour, minute and
second in order, the cursor will return to the year.
3. Press the MENU button to confirm the change and return to
the Menu Screen.
NOTE
You can set the unit to automatically add the date set here
to file names.(see “Setting the file name format” on page
36)
Inserting and removing SD cards
Inserting the card
1. Open the front cover.
2. Insert an SD Card into the slot as shown in the illustration
until it clicks into place.
Removing the card
1. Open the front cover.
2. Press the SD card in gently and then release it to allow it to
come out.
CAUTION
• Do not remove the SD card from the unit during recording,
playback or at other times when it is being accessed.
• Do not remove the SD card from the unit when it is
connected to a computer by USB.
• SD cards that meet SD, SDHC or SDXC standards can be used
with this unit.
• A list of SD cards that have been confirmed to work with
this unit can be found on the TEAC Global Site (http://
teac-global.com).
SD card write protection switches
SD cards have protection switches that prevent writing new
data to them.
If you slide the protect switch to the LOCK position, file
recording and editing will not be possible. Move the switch to
the unlocked position in order to record, erase and otherwise
edit data on the card.
Writable Write-protected

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Preparing an SD card for use
In order to use an SD card in this unit, you must format it first.
1. Confirm that an SD card is installed and turn the power ON.
2. The following message appears when a new card or a card
formatted for use with another device is installed in the unit.
SD/SDHC card
SDXC card
3. Press the DATA dial to start formatting.
CAUTION
Formatting a card erases all the data on it.
4. When formatting ends, the Home Screen opens. You can
also reformat the card in this unit at any time.
CAUTION
When formatting a card, the unit should be operating on
AC power supplied through the TASCAM PS-P515U adapter
(sold separately), USB bus power supplied from a computer,
or batteries with sufficient remaining power.
Camera connections
This unit and a camera can be connected in the following ways.
DSLR camera
External mic input jack
Audio output jack
HDMI output jack
HDMI monitor
HDMI input jack
8To record audio from this unit with a camera
Use a commercially-available 3.5mm stereo mini plug cable to
connect the OUT jack on the right side of this unit with the
external mic input on the camera.
8To input audio from a camera and monitor it with
headphones
Use a commercially-available 3.5mm stereo mini plug cable
to connect the IN jack on the right side of this unit with the
audio output on the camera.
8HDMI connection to a camera
The unit can be synchronized with the camera's clock by
connecting the camera's HDMI output to the unit's HDMI IN
port. Moreover, HDMI time code can be received from the
camera.
8Connecting with an HDMI monitor/recorder
Video input from the camera by HDMI can have audio recorded
by this unit added to it and then be output from the HDMI OUT
port. The received HDMI time code can also be output.
NOTE
• Refer to the camera’s operation manual to identify
connectors on the camera.
• Use the
CAMERA item on the OUTPUT LEVEL page to
adjust the volume output to the camera. (see “Adjusting the
playback volume” on page 18)
• To mount the camera on this unit, use the camera
attachment screw on the top of the unit.

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3 – Preparation
Setting the input functions
Recording with the built-in mics
Point the mics at the sound source and place the unit in a stable
location where there is little vibration.
Connecting microphones
Connect microphones to this unit’s IN 1, IN 2, IN 3 and IN 4
connectors.
Point the mics at the sound source and place the unit in a stable
location where there is little vibration.
Connect an external stereo mic to the EXT IN 1/2 jack on the left
side of the unit.
Stereo mic
Mic
Mic
Mic
Mic
Recording an external device (LINE IN)
Use stereo plug cables to connect to the output of an external
audio device.
Audio devices
CAUTION
• Reduce the output level of the external audio device if the
input sound is distorted even when reducing the input gain
level on the unit.
• When an external audio device with a fixed line output level
is connected, level overloads might occur and adjusting
the gain level might not be possible because of loud sound
sources, for example. In such cases, use the headphone jack
or another level-controllable output for connection to the
unit.
Connecting a time code generator
Use a BNC cable to connect a time code generator to this unit's
TIME CODE IN connector.
Time code generator

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Connecting monitoring equipment
To listen with headphones, connect them to the PHONES jack.
Headphones
To listen with an external monitoring system (powered monitor
speakers or an amplifier and speakers), connect it to the LINE
OUT jack on the right side of the unit.
Powered monitor
speakers
or amplifier and
speakers
Adjusting the playback volume
8Adjusting the PHONES jack volume output
Use the PHONES volume control to adjust the volume output
from the PHONES jack.
8Adjusting the OUT jack volume output
1. On the OUTPUT LEVEL page, select the CAMERA item.
(see “Menu operation procedures” on page 12)
2. Set the volume output from the OUT jack.
Range: -24dB – +42dB (default: 0dB )
3. When finished, press the MENU button to return to the
Home Screen.
CAUTION
Hardware gain switching occurs at 3 points: between 0 dB
and 1 dB, between 12 dB and 13 dB, and between 30 dB and
31 dB. A pop-up message will appear before gain switching.
You can continue turning the DATA dial to change the
setting, but a brief gap will occur in the output audio during
gain switching.
8Adjusting the LINE OUT jack volume
1. On the OUTPUT LEVEL page, select the LINE item. (see
“Menu operation procedures” on page 12)
2. Set the volume output from the LINE OUT jack.
Range: -12dB – +12dB (default: 0dB )
3. When finished, press the MENU button to return to the
Home Screen.
CAUTION
Hardware gain switching occurs between 0 dB and 1 dB.
A pop-up message will appear before gain switching. You
can continue turning the DATA dial to change the setting,
but a brief gap will occur in the output audio during gain
switching.

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3 – Preparation
Monitoring
You can monitor the input signals when the unit is stopped
using headphones, for example.
Selecting the monitored signals
1. When the Home Screen is open and the unit is stopped,
paused, in recording standby or recording, press the
MONITOR button to open the MONITOR SELECT screen
where you can select which signals to monitor.
2. Turn the DATA dial to select which signals to monitor.
Option Meaning
MIX
Monitor a stereo mix.
CH1
Monitor the channel 1 input sound.
CH2
Monitor the channel 2 input sound.
CH3
Monitor the channel 3 input sound.
CH4
Monitor the channel 4 input sound.
CAMERA IN
Monitor the IN jack signal.
CH1-2
Monitor a mix of channels 1-2.
CH3-4
Monitor a mix of channels 3-4.
HDMI1 * Monitor the HDMI 1 input sound.
HDMI2 * Monitor the HDMI 2 input sound.
HDMI3 * Monitor the HDMI 3 input sound.
HDMI4 * Monitor the HDMI 4 input sound.
HDMI5 * Monitor the HDMI 5 input sound.
HDMI6 * Monitor the HDMI 6 input sound.
HDMI7 * Monitor the HDMI 7 input sound.
HDMI8 * Monitor the HDMI 8 input sound.
HDMI1-2 * Monitor a mix of HDMI 1-2.
HDMI3-4 * Monitor a mix of HDMI 3–4.
HDMI5-6 * Monitor a mix of HDMI 5-6.
HDMI7-8 * Monitor a mix of HDMI 7-8.
* The HDMI options appear when HDMI is synchronized.
NOTE
The monitoring options depend on the recording mode
setting.
3. When finished selecting the monitored signals, press the
DATA dial or MONITOR button to return to the Home
Screen.
NOTE
When CAMERA IN is selected, you can monitor the input
sound through the PHONES jack, but the level meters will
show the input sound according to the recording mode.
Using the accessory shoe on the top
panel
To use the accessory shoe on the top panel, remove the DSLR
attachment bracket.
You can install the camera attachment bracket screw hole covers
to the screw holes.

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In addition to using the built-in microphone, you can record
using an external microphone or record the output signal from a
mixer or other audio source.
The unit can be set to record audio files in WAV/BWF
(44.1/48/96/192kHz, 16/24-bit) format.
Slate positions added to files when recording in Broadcast Wave
Format (BWF) can be used as marks by software that supports
this format. This recorder also includes dual recording, which
allows the same input signals to be recorded at two different
levels. It can also record 4 channels and a mix for a total of 6 files.
Setting where to save files
Set the folder where recorded files are saved.
Recorded files will be saved in the currently selected folder. For
details, see the SELECT pop-up menu item under “Folder opera-
tions”on page 32.
If no setting is made, new files are created in the SOUND folder.
Setting the recording input sources
Use the SEL item on the INPUT page to set the recording
input sources.
1. On the INPUT page, select the SEL item.(see “Menu
operation procedures” on page 12)
2. Select a recording channel and set its input source.
Channel Option Meaning
CH1/CH2
EXT IN
(default)
Input from the EXT IN 1/2
jack.
IN 1-2
Input from the IN 1 and IN
2jacks.
CH3/CH4
INT. (default) Input from built-in mics
IN 3-4
Input from the IN 3 and IN
4jacks.
3. When finished, press the MENU button to return to the
Home Screen.
Adjusting the input level
Before starting recording, input levels should be adjusted to
prevent recorded sounds or signals from being distorted due to
excessive input levels and to prevent them from being so low
that they are below the noise floor.
In addition to manual adjustment, the unit has limiter and
automatic level control functions that can be used as required.
(see “Using the limiter” on page 23) and (see “Setting
automatic level control (ALC)” on page 24).
TIP
In addition to adjusting input levels, try changing the
distances and angles between the microphones and the
sound sources. The angles and distances of the microphones
can also change the character of the recorded sound.
1. On the INPUT page, select the GAIN item.(see “Menu
operation procedures” on page 12)
2. Select a channel to set its input gain.
Option Meaning
LINE
Use when connecting the line output jacks
of external devices to this unit’s IN 1, IN 2,
IN 3 and IN 4 connectors.
LOW (default)
Use when connecting mics to this unit’s IN
1, IN 2, IN 3 and IN 4 connectors.
MID
HI
HI+
NOTE
•
LINE cannot be selected when the SEL item on the
INPUT page is set to EXT IN or INT. (see “Setting the
recording input sources” on page 20)
• The
LOW , MID , HI and HI+ settings have different input
gains. Choose the setting according to the input level.
If you are not sure which setting to use, try LOW first. If the
input level is too low even after adjustment, return to this
screen and set it to MID . If the level is still too low, set it to
HI or HI+ and make adjustments.
CAUTION
Depending on this setting, the input level setting range
changes. For this reason, the input level might change
greatly when this setting is changed. Before changing it,
turn the output level all the way down.
3. When finished, press the MENU button to return to the
Home Screen.