» HD-R1 D01047620A Professional Stereo Audio Recorder QUICK START GUIDE
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Contents 1–Main Functions and Features. ............... 4 2–System Organization.................................. 5 Fundamentals. ...................................................... 5 Audio files............................................................. 5 Non-audio files....................................................... 5 Tracks and files....................................................... 5 Folders.................................................................. 5 Markers..................
1–Main Functions and Features • Rack-mountable stereo audio recorder for professional use and installations • Records uncompressed audio in WAV format or compressed audio in MP3 format • High reliability, durability and resistance to vibration-caused skipping realized by design that uses Compact Flash memory cards (CF cards) to record without moving parts • 192 x 32 pixel LCD display with a backlight • Direct playback control of tracks 1–16 possible using 25-pin D-sub parallel remote interface • USB typ
2–System Organization Fundamentals Audio files When the HD-R1 starts recording, it creates a new, automatically-named audio file in the currently active folder (Main Menu ˘ Folder). Audio file naming preferences are configurable (Main Menu ˘ Record Settings ˘ File Base Name). The HD-R1 has an internal real-time clock, so the file will also carry its actual creation date and time. The HD-R1 is designed to protect recorded audio data.
2–System Organization Settings The HD-R1 maintains its current settings in nonvolatile memory, meaning that they are retained even if the unit is turned off. and Record Settings can be saved as a user preset to internal non-volatile memory or as a file on the CF card, making it simple to switch between various playback and recording scenarios.
3–Preparations for Use Making connections Headphones USB media USB computer LAN Cable keyboard Computer Mixer External controller Power outlet Connecting the power Connecting headphones for monitoring Connect the included power cord to the ~IN connector on this unit and a standard power outlet. Connect stereo headphones to the front panel PHONES jack. Connecting the recording source Connecting a keyboard for text input Connect analog sources to the MIC/LINE INPUTS or the Euroblock.
3–Preparations for Use Turning on the power Press the POWER switch on the front panel to turn the power ON. After the unit starts-up, the display shows the Home Screen. To turn the power OFF, press the POWER switch again. This unit uses CF cards (type I and type II) for recording and playback. Inserting the CF card 1 Open the CF card slot door on the front panel. 2 Insert the CF card. 3 Close the door. 4 Use the included security screws to fasten the door shut as necessary.
3–Preparations for Use Setting the time Set the unit’s system clock to the current date and time. 1 Press the MENU key. The Main Menu appears. 2 Use the SHUTTLE/DATA wheel to select Utilities, and press the ENTER key. 5 When the setting is finished, use the SKIP (µ/≤) keys to select SAVE, and press the ENTER key. The system time setting is confirmed and the Utility Menu returns to the screen. NOTE The Utility Menu appears. 3 Use the SHUTTLE/DATA wheel to select Set System Time, and press the ENTER key.
3–Preparations for Use Display screens The Home Screen appears when the unit’s power is ON and it is starting up. This screen is the basic screen. Press the MENU key to enter the menu mode and open the Main Menu screen. Other menu screens appear according to selections you make. If you press the MENU key when any menu screen is open, menu mode ends and the Home Screen reappears.
4–Recording Use this unit to record audio as WAV or MP3 format files. Recording is conducted in the same manner as with a conventional recorder. Making settings related to recording Before recording, use the Menu to select, for example, the recording file format (WAV/MP3), the sampling rate, the bit length (WAV) or bit rate (MP3), the stereo/mono setting, the input source and other standard settings. In addition to these, various other settings can be made as necessary.
4–Recording 7 Use the SHUTTLE/DATA wheel to select Channels, and press the ENTER key. Set the record channel mode with this item. 11 As necessary, conduct other settings related to recording. See “Record settings” in the Owner’s Manual for more details about those items. 12 When setting is completed, press the MENU key to return to the Home Screen. 13 If Analog/Mic was selected in procedure 10 above, set the switches on the rear panel according to the analog input used as follows.
4–Recording Standard recording procedures After making the above settings, the unit is ready to record. A new file is automatically created for every recording. 1 Press the RECORD key. The unit becomes ready to record and input monitoring is turned ON. The RECORD and READY keys light up. 2 Check the input level using the meters on the Home Screen. When INPUT is set to Analog/Mic, use the INPUT knob on the front panel to adjust the level. When INPUT is set to S/PDIF, the level cannot be adjusted.
5-Playback This section explains standard playback operation and playback modes. Standard playback operations At the default setting, all files on a card are played back in the order that they were recorded. The transport keys function like those on an ordinary CD player or similar device. • Press the PLAY key to start playback. • When stopped or during playback, press the SKIP (µ/≤) keys to jump to the previous/next track (file).
6–Folders and Playlists By categorizing and organizing audio files in folders, they can be managed effectively and played back in folder units. Moreover, by creating playlists and adding audio files to them as necessary, you can play the files that you want in the order that you want. (See “Setting the playback mode” on page 14.) Creating new folders By creating folders, files can be categorized and organized by genre and artist, for example, much like file management on a computer.
6–Folders and Playlists Creating playlists In playlist playback mode, this unit plays audio files (tracks) that have been added to the current playlist. There are no playlists on a CF card that has just been formatted. You can make as many playlists as needed. NOTE When the playback mode is set to Playlist, new files created in recording are added to the current playlist. Create playlists using the following procedures. 1 Press the MENU key. The Main Menu appears.
7–Marker Functions By setting markers within files, you can locate desired track positions easily. Setting markers When recording or playing a track, press the MARK key to set a marker at the current position. When recording, you can set the unit to automatically create markers at set intervals or whenever input clipping occurs by using the Auto Markers item in the Record Settings Menu. (See “Record settings” in the Owner’s Manual.
8–System Settings Use the System Settings Menu to make various system settings. The main settings are introduced below. For a detailed explanation and information about other settings, please see “System settings” in the Owner’s Manual. the SHUTTLE/DATA wheel to select System Settings and press the ENTER key. Alternatively, press and hold the MENU key (SHIFT key) and press the TIME key.
9–Saving settings as a preset The current record, playback and system settings made using the Play Settings Menu, Record Settings Menu and System Settings Menu can be saved as a preset file on a CF card. The settings made in the Play Settings Menu and Record Settings Menu are saved together in the same preset file, but the settings made in the System Settings Menu are saved in a separate preset file. Saved presets can be recalled as necessary and also loaded on a different HD-R1.
11–Transferring Files Files can be transferred (copied) between a CF card and USB media using this unit. In addition, files can be transferred (copied) over a LAN from this unit to a connected computer. Transfer between CF card and USB media If both a CF card and USB media are connected to this unit, files can be transferred between the media. 1 Press the MENU key to open the Main Menu. The top directory of the transfer destination media appears. 2 Select Manage Folders/Files, and press the ENTER key.
12–Using the Ducking Function This unit has a ducking function. By using this function, the playback signal can automatically be reduced when an analog signal is input into the unit, or the analog input signal can be reduced when a track is playing. One specific use, for example, is to automatically reduce the volume of background music when an announcement is being made.
TASCAM HD-R1 Sync Rec File Base Name Marker Base Name L L L System Settings Pre-Record Auto Track Metering L | | Ducking L | | | Channels Input Source Auto Markers MP3 Settings File Format WAVE Settings --L | L | | L L L | L L Record Settings Playback Mode Track Sorting Random Repeat Auto Reay Auto Cue --L L L L L Play settings Create New Playlist Rename Playlist Copy Playlist Delete Playlist (All), Single, Folder, Playlist (Name), Time (Off), On (Off), On (Off), On (Off), -72, -66,
--| | L L L Panel Lockout Set System Time Software Version Media Tools --- Compact Flash L USB Manage Files/Folders Utilities --- Manage Play/Rec Settings | | | L Manage System Settings --L L ------- Media Information Media Speed Check Format Media (Off),On Input Day and Time Display Softare version --- (Top dir) | L Select Files | | | | | | | | | L Select Folder Settings File (Setting File Name) New Settings File Save as Preset Delete Settings Load From File Save To File Delete File Select Curre
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