D01068520A DR-100 OWNER'S MANUAL Portable Digital Recorder IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. For 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 Par t 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a par ticular 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 interference by one or more of the following measures. a) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. b) Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. c) Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit 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 TE AC Corporation for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. 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 WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. Declaration of Conformity Model Number : DR-100 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 interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference recieved, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 2 TASCAM DR-100 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 source s 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. · 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 draws nominal non-operating power from the AC outlet with its POWER or STANDBY/ ON switch not in the ON position. · The apparatus should be located close enough to the AC outlet so that you can easily grasp the power cord plug at any time. · The mains plug is used as the disconnect device, t h e d i s c o n n e c t d ev i c e s h a l l r e m a i n r e a d i l y operable. · An apparatus with Class I construction shall be connected to an AC outlet with a protective grounding connection. · Batteries (batter y pack or batteries installed) should not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like. · CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type. · Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss. 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. TASCAM DR-100 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Cautions about rechargeable batteries This product uses rechargeable batteries. Misuse of batteries could cause a leak, rupture or other trouble. Always abide by the following precautions when using batteries. · If a rechargeable battery leaks, do not touch the leaking fluid with a bare hand. Please consult with TEAC Corporation if a battery fluid leak occurs. · Battery fluid in an eye could result in loss of vision. If fluid enters an eye, wash the eye immediately with clean water. Do not rub the eye when washing. Consult a physician soon after washing. Battery fluid on the body or clothing could cause injuries or burns on the skin. Wash with clean water immediately and then consult a physician. · Do not use any AC adapter other than the model designated for use with this unit. Always use the designated AC adapter when operating the unit or recharging the battery with a household AC power source. Use of an AC adapter other than the designated one could lead to overheating and cause injury, burns, fires or stains, as well as battery ruptures and battery fluid leaks. · Do not put a bat ter y into a fire or leave it or recharge it near a fire, under the sun or in other hot conditions. · Do not disassemble a battery. Doing so could cause electric shock. Please contact the shop where you bought the product or TE AC Corporation if you want to have a battery inspected or repaired. When you want to dispose of the product, please follow the instruction in the Owner's Manual to remove the batteries and recycle the equipment properly. · 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. Small children may mistakenly swallow a lithium coin battery and it is very dangerous. Keep the battery and the remote control out of the reach of small children. In the event a battery is swallowed, immediately consult a physician. 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. 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. · · · · · · Cautions about 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 · · 4 TASCAM DR-100 Contents 1­Introduction ............................................................7 Main features....................................................................7 Included items ..................................................................7 Conventions used in this manual ...................................7 Recycling the lithium ion battery...................................8 Trademarks, copyrights, and disclaimers .....................8 SD cards .............................................................................9 Beware of condensation .................................................9 Cleaning the unit ..............................................................9 Precautions for use ............................................................9 6­Recording ................................................................25 Preparing with the REC SETTING menu .....................25 Setting the input ............................................................25 Recording with the built-in mics (UNI/OMNI) ...................25 Recording with external mics (XLR)..................................26 Recording an external device (LINE) .................................26 Set where to save the file .............................................26 Adjusting the input level ...............................................27 MIC GAIN ........................................................................27 Recording ........................................................................27 Stop recording ................................................................27 Pause recording ..............................................................27 Available recording time display .......................................25 2­Quick Start Guide ............................................10 Turn the power on..........................................................10 Prepare to record ...........................................................11 Start and stop recording ...............................................11 Play and stop playback..................................................12 Turn the power off .........................................................12 Top Panel .........................................................................13 Right side panel..............................................................14 Left side panel ................................................................14 Front panel ......................................................................14 Rear panel .......................................................................15 Bottom panel ..................................................................15 Remote control (RC-DR100) .........................................16 Using with batteries ......................................................17 Using the lithium ion battery............................................17 Charging the lithium ion battery ......................................17 Using AA batteries ..........................................................17 Using both types of batteries together .............................18 Using an AC adapter (sold separately) .......................18 Preparing the remote control .......................................18 Installing the battery .......................................................18 When to change the battery ............................................18 Cautions about the use of the battery ............................ ...