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FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.) 1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT! This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC requirements. Modifications not expressly approved by Yamaha may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to use the product. 2. IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to accessories and/or another product use only high quality shielded cables. Cable/ s supplied with this product MUST be used. Follow all installation instructions.
COMPLIANCE INFORMATION STATEMENT (DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY PROCEDURE) Responsible Party : Address : Telephone : Type of Equipment : Model Name : Yamaha Corporation of America 6600 Orangethorpe Ave., Buena Park, Calif. 90620 714-522-9011 RECORDER POCKETRAK PR7 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
PRECAUTIONS PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE PROCEEDING * Please keep this manual in a safe place for future reference. DANGER Make sure to always observe the basic precautions listed below to prevent the likelihood of serious injury or even death from electrical shock, short-circuiting, damage, fire or other hazards. WARNING Always follow the basic precautions listed below to avoid the possibility of serious injury or even death from electrical shock, short-circuiting, damages, fire or other hazards.
About the Battery DANGER • If you notice battery leakage, discoloration, deformation, or any strange smell, immediately remove the battery from the device and stop operating, and also keep away from fire. If you continue operating the device, it could cause battery fire, explosion, electrolyte blowout, or smoke. If a leaking battery is close to a source of flame, the battery electrolyte could catch fire, resulting in battery fire, explosion, electrolyte blowout, or smoke.
Before using the microSD card • If you insert the microSD card in the wrong orientation or upside down, the microSD card and/or the card slot may be damaged. • If the recorder does not recognize the installed microSD card when the power to the unit is turned on, first turn off the power, remove the card, insert the card correctly, then turn the power on. • Do not install or remove the microSD card while the power to the unit is on. Otherwise, the data on the microSD card may be damaged.
Table of contents Table of contents Introduction Introduction ....................................................7 Accessories ...................................................... 7 Downloading software .................................... 8 About Manuals ................................................ 8 Part names and functions ................................ 9 Inserting a battery and a microSD card (sold separately) ........................................ 10 Power on/off .........................
Downloading software Downloading software Your PR7 comes with a license code that enables you to download “WaveLab LE” wave editor software for editing audio files. Once you download and install such software on an Internet-connected computer, you will be able to edit audio data that was recorded on the PR7. For more information on downloading this software, refer to the Yamaha Pro Audio website: http://www.yamahaproaudio.
Part names and functions Part names and functions 1 Built-in microphones 2 REC LED 3 LCD screen 4 [OVERDUB] button 5 [MARK] button 6 [MENU] button 7 8 9 0 A B C 1 2 (Press and hold down this button to display the Folder screen.) [●] (Record) button [■] (Stop) button (Power on/Power off by pressing and holding down this button) [REC LEVEL] button [+]/[–] buttons [<]/[>] buttons [ ] (Play) button [REC SET] button (Press and hold down this button to display the Preset screen.
Inserting a battery and a microSD card (sold separately) Inserting a battery and a microSD card (sold separately) Power on/off 1. Open the battery compartment cover. Power off Power on Press the [■] (Stop) button. Press and hold down the [■] (Stop) button for at least 3 (three) seconds while the PR7 is stopped. Setting the date and time Setting the calendar when you power on the unit for the first time 1. Use the [+] and [–] buttons to specify 2. Insert a microSD card.
Understanding the information on the LCD screen NOTE You can also set the calendar using the system setting menu. Please refer to the “Other Functions” section in the Reference Manual for more information. HOME screen You can select one of four possible HOME screens using the [■] (Stop) button.
Recording/Playback Recording/Playback Recording 1. Press the [●] (REC) button. The PR7 enters recording standby mode. Playback 1. Press the [ ] (Play) but- ton. 2. Use the [+] and [–] but- 2. Press the [REC LEVEL] but- Up tons to adjust the playback level. ton. 3. Use the [+] and [–] buttons to adjust the recording level. Make sure that the level meter is not “pinned” all the way to the right. Up Guideline for maximum volume Down 4.
Changing the recording format (sound quality) Changing the recording format (sound quality) Supported formats, sound quality, and data size PCM 1. Press the [REC SET] button. 2. Use the [+] and [–] buttons to select “MP3 PCM” from the recording setting menu, then press the [ ] (Play) button. kHz 96, 88.2, 48, 44.1 (indicated as 88) (indicated as 44) bit 24,16 MP3 kbps 320, 192, 128, 64, 32 Sound quality Better Size Larger 5.
Specifying the recording destination Specifying the recording destination Selecting the recording destination folder 1. Press and hold down the Switching between the built-in memory and a microSD card 1. Press the [REC SET] button. [MENU] button for at least two seconds. 2. Use the [+] and [–] buttons to select “rEC” (REC/for recording only) or “MSC” (MUSIC/for playback only), then press the [ ] (Play) button. 2.
Specifying the recording destination Folder structure The folders in built-in memory are structured as follows: The REC folder and MUSIC folder are automatically created on a microSD card when the card is inserted into the unit. Default folder REC R0 (For recording only) R1 About the limitations of files and folders R9 M0 (For playback only) M1 • MUSIC folder Stores files that were copied from a computer. PCM, MP3, and WMA files are supported for playback. This folder is used for playback only.
Reducing noise Reducing noise Preventing low-range noise (High-pass filter) The high-pass filter reduces low-range ambient noises, such as footsteps or rumbling caused by the wind. 1. Press the [REC SET] button. Preventing excessive input level (Dynamics control) This function prevents excessive input levels that could cause audio clipping or noise. 1. Press the [REC SET] button. 2. Use the [+] and [–] buttons to select “DYN” from the recording setting menu, then press the [ ] (Play) button. 2.
Selecting a recording preset Selecting a recording preset Overdubbing (Layered recordings) The PR7 offers presets that feature predetermined parameter settings to optimize the recording source. 1. Press and hold down the [REC SET] button for at least two seconds while the PR7 is stopped. 2. Use the [+] and [–] buttons to select a preset that is suitable for the recording source, then press the [ ] (Play) button. You can layer a recording over an existing audio file and create a new file.
Adding or deleting a marker Adding or deleting a marker Repeat playback You can insert a marker into the file to mark the playback position. 1. Press the [MARK] button. You can repeatedly play back between adjacent markers. 1. Press the [MARK] button. 2. While the PR7 is stopped, playing, or recording, press the [+] button at the location where you want to add a marker. A numbered marker is added. 2. Insert markers at the start and end points of the portion you want to play repeatedly. 3.
Adjusting the playback speed Adjusting the playback speed Tuner You can decrease or increase the playback speed, if necessary. 1. Press the [MENU] button. You can use the tuner to tune your musical instrument. 1. Press the [MENU] button. 2. Use the [+] and [–] but- 2. Use the [+] and [–] but- tons to select “SPD”, then press the [ ] (Play) button. 3. Use the [+] and [–] buttons to select the desired playback speed (expressed as a percentage), then press the [ ] (Play) button. 4.
Metronome 5. Press the [<] button to select Metronome “SEt” then press the [ button. 1. Press the [MENU] button. ] (Play) 2. Use the [+] and [–] buttons to select “MET”, then press the [ ] (Play) button. 6. Use the [+] and [–] buttons to specify the tempo value, then press the [ (Play) button. ] 3. Press the [>] button to select On/ OFF parameter, then press the [ ] (Play) button. Setting range: 30–250 7. Use the [+] and [–] buttons to specify the beat value, then press the [ (Play) button. 4.
Deleting a file 4. Press the [<] button to select “y” Deleting a file If the available memory space is getting small, or if the folders contain the maximum number of files, delete unnecessary files to increase the space. 1. Select a file that you want to delete, then press the [MENU] button. 2. Use the [+] and [–] buttons to select “DEL”, then press the [ ] (Play) button. (Yes), then press the [ button. ] (Play) 5. After the setting is complete, press the [■] (Stop) button.
Dividing a file Dividing a file Copying a file 1. While playing back the file 1. Select a file to copy, then 2. you wish to divide, press the [ ] (Play) button to pause playback at the point where you want to divide the file, then press the [MENU] button. Use the [+] and [–] buttons to select “FILE”, then press the [ ] (Play) button. press the [MENU] button. 2. Use the [+] and [–] buttons to select “FILE”, then press the [ ] (Play) button. 3. Use the [+] and [–] buttons to select 3.
Moving a file NOTE • You can divide or copy a file as long as the file is in one of the folders within the REC folder. • You can divide a file while playback is paused or operation is stopped. It can be convenient to first insert a marker at the point at which you want to divide the file (➔ page 18). • Files can be copied from a folder in the built-in memory into a folder with the same name on the microSD card, and vice versa.
File naming rules for dividing, deleting or moving a file File naming rules for dividing, deleting or moving a file Connecting the PR7 to a computer • If file R0/01 is divided, the resultant files will be named (numbered) R0/01 and R0/02. The number of existing subsequent files will increase by one (1); for example, file number “R0/02” will become “R0/03.” 1.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ■ The unit does not operate. Check the remaining battery power ➔ page 10 ■ Buttons or switches are not responsive. Check the status of the [HOLD] switch. ➔ page 11 ■ The unit does not recognize an inserted microSD card. Make sure that a card is fully inserted. ➔ page 10 Make sure that the card uses a supported format. ➔ Power on while pressing and holding down [REC SET] > “ForMAt” > “Sd” > “y” (Yes) ■ No audio is heard. Adjust the volume ➔ Use the [+] or [–] button.
Error messages Error messages Error Messages Unit status or function Built-in memory error Int Error microSD card error Sd Error Low battery No file No microSD card Lo bAt no FILE no SD File full FILE FULL Built-in memory full Int FULL microSD card full Sd FULL Slow in recording into a microSD card REC Error 26 File format error during overdubbing dUb Error File is too short. Dividing position error. The [FILE] button was pressed while the MUSIC folder was selected.
Main specifications Main specifications Windows 8, 7, Vista, XP Professional/Home Edition Supported Operating System Mac OS X 10.4, 10.5, 10.6, 10.7, 10.8 Supported media microSD/SDHC card Supported recording format MP3 (32/64/128/192/320 kbps) PCM (WAV) (96/88.2/48/44.1 kHz, 24/16-bit) Playback format and supported bit rate MP3 (MPEG1 LAYER3, MPEG2 LAYER3): 16–320 kbps WMA: 32–192 kbps PCM: 96/88.2/48/44.1 kHz, 24/16-bit Sampling frequency 16 kHz–96 kHz Jacks USB mini B; stereo headphones 3.
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