Technical Documentation
DA-20mkII
The DA-20mkII is an affordable DAT recorder bringing
the best of the DAT format to the home studio, project
studio or budget minded professional. Digital I/O is
provided on coaxial SPDIF connectors, with the ability
to override SCMS code. Analog I/O is provided on RCA
connectors. The machine can record and play back
44.1kHz and 48kHz tapes, as well as the long play
32kHz/12 bit format. Professional features like a
margin counter and headphone output with level
control are available on the front panel. The RC-D20
wireless remote is included.
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• 3-U Rack Mount Design
• Analog Unbalanced RCA I/O
• SPDIF (Coaxial) Digital I/O
• Headphone Output w/ Level Control
• Margin Counter Display Mode
• Provides 32kHz, 44.1kHz and 48kHz recording
• Selectable SCMS Status
• Supports Track Names in DAT Subcode
• Timer Record/Repeat Play Functions
• Wireless Remote Included (RC-D20)
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
DAT tapes have been a standard transfer medium in the professional
audio industry since the introduction of the format. DAT is the only true
non-compressed digital audio format that was intended to be a target
writing media from day one. The simple flexibility and worry-free
operation of DAT recorders contributed to the initial rise of the format,
and continues to support it in all levels of recording.
The DAT format also supports deeper levels of recording flexibility. Multiple
sample rates can be used, ranging from the long play 32kHz, to the CD
standard 44.1kHz, to 48kHz for higher quality. Plus, the DAT tapes are
reasonably inexpensive and offer up to 2 hours (4 hours in LP mode) of
uninterrupted audio.
TASCAM is the leading manufacturer in professional DAT recorders. The
DA-20mkII continues the proud tradition of excellence in studio and
production DAT recorders, offering a solid DAT recorder at an affordable
price point.
Studios (Any Level)
The DA-20mkII's affordable price point brings the DAT format to new
markets and applications. The DA-20mkII's SCMS free operation makes
it an excellent 2nd DAT for in-studio duplication. Also, with it's affordable
price point, many personal studios are using the DA-20mkII to assemble
CD tracks on the DAT, then transfer directly across to a CD-Recorder like
the CD-RW2000.
Live Recordings - One Man Show
Many musicians are looking for easier methods for live recordings. The
DAT format often presents significant advantages over its CD recording
brethren. A 2 hour recording or playback capacity offers extended
hands-free operation, allowing an entire set to be put on one
uninterrupted DAT tape.
Also, the ability to record on the tape at any position means changing
one song in the line-up is as simple as recording over the previous track.
Essentially, the DAT format combines the simplicity of a cassette with the
advanced sound quality of the CD. This makes for one less thing to
worry about at show time.
APPLICATIONS
Performance Specifications:
Tape Speed:
Recording Time (120 DAT):
Recording Resolution:
Recording Sample Rate:
Frequency Response:
Signal to Noise Ratio:
Total Harmonic Distortion:
Wow and Flutter:
Analog In:
Analog Out:
Digital Coaxial I/O (x2):
Remote Control:
General Specifications:
Power Requirements:
Power Consumption:
Dimensions:
Weight:
Standard Accessories:
SP - 8.15mm/s; LP - 4.075mm/s
SP - 120 minutes; LP - 240 minutes
SP - 16 bit linear; LP - 12 bit non-linear
SP - 44.1kHz, 48kHz; LP - 32kHz
20Hz-20kHz ±0.5dB, SP; 20Hz-14.5kHz LP
>91dB
<0.0045%
Unmeasurable (<0.001%)
Unbalanced RCA, Nominal -6dBV (500mV)
27kOhm
Unbalanced RCA, Nominal -6dBV (500mV),
1kOhm
RCA pin, IEC60958 Type I or Type II
75 Ohm, 0.5Vp-p
IR Port, front mounted
120V AC, 60Hz (USA/Canada Model)
230V AC, 50Hz (UK/Europe Model)
21W
482 x 133 x 379 mm
19" x 5.2" x 14.9"
7.8Kg, 17.2 lbs.
Wireless Remote (RC-D20)
SPECIFICATIONS
The DA-20mkII is available at:
