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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 s24dBU 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.
