TASCAM Portacapture X8
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6 - Recording apps
Setting the input level
While pointing the mic at the record-
ing subject and watching the level
meter, adjust the GAIN so that the
level averages around −12 dB and the
PEAK indicator does not light.
NOTE
o
If the input level exceeds –2 dB,
the PEAK indicator on the unit will
light.
o
The recording sound might distort
when the PEAK indicator lights.
o
After tapping the GAIN, the wheel can be turned to adjust it precisely.
Tap INPUT SETTINGS to adjust settings other than the input level. See
“Making input settings for each input” on page 27 for details about
settings.
Changing the gain (GAIN)
Adjust the input gain using the LOW setting first. If the gain is insuffi-
cient, switch to HIGH and adjust the gain.
Setting the filter (LOW CUT)
The low-cut filter can reduce bothersome noise, such as from wind,
air-conditioners and projectors.
Set the cutoff frequency of the low-cut filter to match the noise.
Recording
Press the REC [
0
] button on the unit to start recording.
NOTE
When the recording pause function is enabled, press the REC [
0
]
button to pause recording and continue input signal monitoring.
Press the REC [
0
] button again to start recording.
Press the HOME [
8
] button to stop recording.
See “Recording settings” on page 48 for other recording operations.
Starting playback
Press the
t
/
9
button to play the last recorded master file.
See “Playing files” on page 52 for other playback operations.
