1 - About the MD-801R/P Mk II
TASCAM MD-801R/P Mk II
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to be conveniently carried out using a standard key-
board
• Remote control possible from dedicated TASCAM
remote control units (RC-801, RC-FS10/20, and
RC-8), or through industry-standard parallel or
serial interfaces
• Tally signals sent to controlling device at the end of
each track played back
• Optional RAM buffer expansion module (BU-801)
allows flash start of track playback
In addition, the MD801R Mk II provides the follow-
ing features:
• 20-bit A/D converter for increased audio quality
when recording
• Selectable Copy ID modes, including the SCMS
standard
• Integral sampling frequency converter, allowing
digital recording from material recorded at fre-
quencies other than 44.1 kHz (48 kHz and 32 kHz)
• Digital inputs in both SPDIF and AES/EBU
formats
• The ability to record in monaural mode, doubling
the recording time available on a disc.
• Analog inputs in both +4 dBu balanced (XLR-
type) and –10 dBV unbalanced (RCA) formats.
The balanced inputs may be trimmed to match
input signal levels
• Replace recording function, allowing recording to
be carried out in the middle of a track, while retain-
ing the track title
• Sound sync function to allow the unit to start
recording automatically when a selectable audio
threshold level is exceeded
• Title dubbing from another MD-801 unit (requires
optional connecting cable PW-1XMD)
• Realtime clock for date- and timestamping
recorded material
1.3.1 Unpacking the unit
When you unpack the unit, as well as the unit itself
and this manual, you should find:
• Power cord
• Rack-mount kit
• Warranty card
If any items are missing, contact your TASCAM
dealer.
1.3.2 Rack-mounting the unit
The MD-801 is equipped with integral rack-mount
ears, and may be installed in any standard vertical
19” rack.
Remove the feet from the MD-801 using a Phillips
screwdriver before installing the unit.
In addition to the 3U of space required for the MD-
801 itself, we strongly suggest leaving at least 1U of
empty rack space above the MD-801 for ventilation
purposes.
1.3.3 Care of the unit
The commonsense precautions that you should take
with any piece of precision electronic equipment also
apply to the MD-801. In particular:
• Do not subject the unit to severe shocks or vibra-
tion. Despite the buffer mechanism mentioned
above, there is a risk of data loss, particularly while
recording.
• Do not use the unit in very dusty or smoky environ-
ments. If the optical lens or the head becomes dirty
as the result of such use, use a commercially-avail-
able MD lens and head cleaner to clean the lens.
• The exterior of the unit may be cleaned with a soft
dry cloth, or a cloth barely dampened with a mild
detergent solution. Do not use any solvent, thinner
or alcohol-based cleaning agents to clean the unit.
The date and time clock (for timestamping of record-
ings and edits) is powered by a lithium battery. We
suggest that this battery is changed about every two
years.
NOTE
Do not attempt to change this battery by your-
self. Get an authorized TASCAM service cen-
ter to perform this operation for you.
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