TASCAM DR-60D
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1 – Introduction
Thank you very much for purchasing the TASCAM DR-60D Linear
PCM Recoder. Please read this Owner’s Manual carefully in order to
maximize your use of all the unit’s features. We hope that you will
enjoy using this recorder for many years to come.
After you have finished reading this manual, please keep it in a safe
place for future reference.
You can also download the Owner’s Manual from the TASCAM web
site (http://tascam.com/).
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.
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Compact audio recorder that uses SD/SDHC cards as recording
media
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TASCAM original High Definition Discrete Architecture (HDDA)
microphone preamps provide high-quality recording inputs
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In addition to ordinary stereo recording, simultaneous recording
of up to four channels is possible
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Four channels can be mixed down to two for stereo output
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Recording levels can be adjusted independently for the 1/L, 2/R
and 3-4 inputs
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Dual recording function allows two files to be recorded
simultaneously at different levels
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44.1/48/96 kHz, 16/24-bit, linear PCM (WAV format) recording
possible
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Broadcast Wave Format (BWF) supported as WAV recording
format
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XLR mic/line inputs can provide phantom power (+24V/+48V)
TRS mic/line inputs (1/L and 2/R) s24dBU input when
set to LINE
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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)
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Slate tone functions (automatic/manual) simplify synchronization
of video files when editing
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CAMERA OUT connector allows the high-quality audio from this
unit to be output to a DSLR camera for recording
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CAMERA IN connector enables convenient monitoring of audio
from a DSLR camera
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Auto-record function starts recording automatically when a set
sound input level is detected
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Mid-side decoding function can be used with MS mics
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Auto-record function can automatically start and stop recording
at set levels
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Can start recording a new file automatically when a maximum
file size set in advance is reached without interrupting recording
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A QUICK button is available for easy access to various functions
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Track incrementing function allows a recording to be split by
creating a new file when desired
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Pre-recording (PRE REC) function allows the unit to record the 2
seconds of sound before recording is activated
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Limitter function is available to reduce the level automatically in
case of excessively large input.
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Low cut filter conveniently reduces low-frequency noise
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Self-timer function to start recording after a set period of time.
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Jump back and play function allows the last several seconds of
the currently played file to be replayed again by simply pressing
a button
