1 – introduction, Features, Conventions used in this manual – Teac DR-70D Reference Manual User Manual

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TASCAM DR-70D

1 – Introduction

Features

This recorder includes audio inputs and outputs that are suitable

for use with digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) cameras, enabling

the recording of high-quality audio with DSLR video.

• Compact audio recorder that uses SD/SDHC/SDXC cards as

recording media

• TASCAM original High Definition Discrete Architecture

(HDDA) microphone preamps provide high-quality

recording inputs

• In addition to ordinary stereo recording, simultaneous

recording of up to four channels is possible

• Four channels can be mixed down to two for stereo output

• Recording levels can be adjusted independently for the 1/L,

2/R 3/L and 4/R channels

• Dual recording function allows two files to be recorded

simultaneously at different levels

• 44.1/48/96 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 (24V/48V)

and TRS mic/line inputs (exclusive use) 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

• Track incrementing function allows a recording to be split

by creating a new file when desired

• Limiter function automatically reduces parts where the

input level is too high to suitable levels

• Low cut filter conveniently reduces low-frequency noise

• Delay function that eliminates time lags caused by

differences in the distances of two sets of inputs from the

sound source

• Tone search function enables moving between tone

insertion points

• File name format can be set to use a user-defined word or

the date

• Resume function to memorize the playback position before

the unit is turned off (enter standby)

• 3.5mm (1/8”) line/headphones output jack

• 128x64 dot-matrix LCD with backlight

• Micro-B USB 2.0 port

• Operates on 4 AA batteries, an AC adapter (TASCAM

PS-P515U sold separately), external battery pack (TASCAM

BP-6AA sold separately) or USB bus power

• Tripod mounting thread (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 function to prevent accidental operation

• Guards 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 appears on the

unit’s display, the typeface looks like this:

INPUT

.

• SD, SDHC and SDXC memory cards are called “SD cards”.

• Information shown on the computer display is written like

this “OK”.

• As necessary, additional information is provided under TIP,

NOTE and CAUTION headings.

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.

Information and various data about products provided

in this manual are provided merely as examples. They do

not provide a guaranty against violations of third-party

intellectual property rights or other rights related to

them. Therefore, please be aware that our company will

bear no liability for violations of third-party intellectual

property rights or responsibility for liability that results

from the use of these products.

Third-party copyrighted materials cannot be used

without permission of the rights holder in accor-

dance with copyright law for uses other than personal

enjoyment, for example. Please use the equipment

appropriately.
Our company will bear absolutely no liability related to

user activity that infringes on property rights.

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