D01139520A DR-05 Linear PCM Recorder This device has a serial number located inside the battery compartment. Please record it and retain it for your records.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 Read these instructions. 2 Keep these instructions. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/ apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all instructions. 5 Do not use this apparatus near water. 6 Clean only with dry cloth. 7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS •• CAUTION for products that use replaceable lithium batteries: there is danger of explosion if a battery is replaced with an incorrect type of battery. Replace only with the same or equivalent type. •• Caution should be taken when using earphones or headphones with the product because excessive sound pressure (volume) from earphones or headphones can cause hearing loss. Cautions about Batteries This product uses batteries.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS injury or stains around them. If the battery fluid leaks, wipe away any fluid on the battery compartment before inserting new batteries. THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES-003. CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DE LA CLASSE B EST CONFORME À LA NORME NMB-003 DU CANADA. 4 TASCAM DR-05 FOR U.S.A. TO THE USER This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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Table of Contents Quick Start Guide.......................................10 1–Introduction...........................................12 Basic operation...................................................... 33 3–Preparation.............................................34 Features.................................................................... 12 Items included with the product.................... 14 Conventions used in this manual................... 14 Intellectual property rights.....................
Table of Contents Recording with the built-in mics . .................47 Recording with external mics (MIC IN)..........47 Recording an external device (EXT IN).........47 Adjusting the input level...................................48 Manually adjusting the input level . .............48 Using the Level Control Function..................50 Recording................................................................ 52 Creating and changeover to a new file during continued recording (track incrementing).....
Table of Contents Simultaneous listening to playback and input sound (Monitor Mix)................................ 79 Adjusting the input level (simple adjustment)...80 7–Quick Operations...................................81 Features of the QUICK button......................... 81 Quick menu screen..............................................82 Closing the Quick menu screen......................84 Deleting the selected file (Quick Delete).....84 Dividing the selected file (DIVIDE).................
Quick Start Guide Try recording and playback with TASCAM DR-05. The unit contains a factory-installed microSD card, and will by default produce 44.1kHz, 16-bit WAV files. Higher-quality or longer files can be produced using other recording settings. See “Selecting file format/sampling frequency/type, and maximum file size” for details on page 43. 1 Install batteries in the battery compartment on the back of the unit. Fit them to the + and – marks shown in the compartment.
Quick Start Guide REC indicator REC インジケーター 4 Use the  or ¯ button to adjust the recording level. See “Adjusting the input level” on page 48 for details. 5 Press the RECORD [º] button to start recording. The REC indicator will continue flashing during recording. 6 Press the (HOME) [ª] button to finish recording. NOTE To pause recording, press the RECORD [º] button. Press the RECORD [º] button again to restart recording in the same track. 7 Press the Á button for playback.
1–Introduction Thank you very much for purchasing the TASCAM DR-05 Linear PCM Recorder. 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/).
1–Introduction • Limiter function automatically reduces the level suitably in particular portions where the input level is too high • Low cut filter conveniently reduces lowfrequency noise • VSA function can change the playback speed in the range from 0.5 to 1.5 times (in 0.
1–Introduction • Operates on 2 AA batteries, an AC adaptor (sold separately: TASCAM PS- P515U), or USB bus power • Tripod attachment screw-hole built into unit • USB cable included Items included with the product The DR-05 package contains the following items. Take care when opening the package not to damage the items. Keep the package materials for transportation in the future.
1–Introduction Intellectual property rights • TASCAM is a registered trademark of TEAC Corporation. • microSDHC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
1–Introduction Any data, including, but not limited to information, described herein are intended only as illustrations of such data and/or information and not as the specifications for such data and/ or information.
1–Introduction About microSD cards This unit uses microSD cards for recording and playback. microSD cards that are 64 MB - 2 GB and microSDHC cards that are 4 GB 32 GB in size can be used. A list of microSD cards that have been tested with this unit can be found on the TASCAM web site (http://tascam. com/). ªª Precautions for use microSD cards are delicate media. In order to avoid damaging a card or the card slot, please take the following precautions when handling them.
1–Introduction Beware of condensation If the unit is moved from a cold to a warm place, or used after a sudden temperature change, there is a danger of condensation; vapor in the air could condense on the internal mechanism, making correct operation impossible. To prevent this, or if this occurs, let the unit sit for one or two hours at the new room temperature before using. Cleaning the unit Use a dry soft cloth to wipe the unit clean.
2–Names and Functions of Parts Top panel 1 Built-in stereo microphone Omnidirectional stereo electret condenser microphone. If you connect an external microphone or external input to the MIC/ EXT IN jack on the rear panel, the built-in microphone becomes inactive. 2 PEAK indicator Lights when the input volume is too high. 3 Display Shows a variety of information. 4 (HOME) [ª] button Press this button during playback to cause the playback to pause at the current position.
2–Names and Functions of Parts Press and hold this button to turn the unit’s power ON or OFF. 5 + button When the Home or TUNER screen is displayed, press this button to increase the output level from the built-in speaker or / LINE OUT jack. During adjustment, a volume indicator will be displayed in a pull-up window. When the Playback Control screen is displayed, press this button to increase the playback speed. When a setting screen is open, use the button to change the setting of the selected item.
2–Names and Functions of Parts Press this button during recording or recording standby to decrease the input level from the built-in microphone or MIC/EXT IN jack. During adjustment, a pull-up window is shown in the display. 8 PB CONT button This button activates the Playback Control screen. When the Playback Control screen is displayed, press this button to return to the Home Screen. Press this button during recording standby to turn off the self-timer function or change the time period.
2–Names and Functions of Parts • Stopped: delete, division, or level alignment for the current song • Playback/Playback Control screen: level alignment • Recording standby: level control Press this button to divide the recording by creating a new file. When the BROWSE screen or PLAYLIST screen is displayed, press this button to show or cancel the popup menu for file/folder operations. e ¯ button Press this button during playback or when playback is stopped to skip to beginning of the next track.
2–Names and Functions of Parts t MARK button When recording, use it to add markers manually. Press the  or ¯ button while pressing and holding this button to move to the previous or next mark, respectively. When the Playback Control screen is open, use this button to set the IN (start) and OUT (end) points of the interval that you want to set for loop playback. When the IN and OUT points are already set, press this button to cancel loop playback and clear the IN and OUT points.
2–Names and Functions of Parts Left side panel /LINE OUT jack Use this to connect with headphones or the line input jack of an amp or other equipment. o HOLD switch Shift to the left end (in the direction of the arrow) to engage the hold function. i All buttons are inoperative when hold is ON. 24 TASCAM DR-05 Right side panel p USB port Use the included USB cable to connect with a computer USB port.
2–Names and Functions of Parts Bottom Panel headphones are connected, when the speaker is disabled, or when Monitor Mix is enabled. d Tripod attachment screw-hole (1/4-inch) Use this to attach the unit to a tripod or mic stand. CAUTION • • Tighten the unit securely to the tripod or microphone stand to prevent it from falling off. Place the tripod or microphone stand on a level surface when using it with this unit.
2–Names and Functions of Parts 2 Loop/repeat playback status Home Screen 1 Playback speed setting status Icon Playback speed x1.0 x1.1 - x1.5 x0.5 - x0.9 Playback speed not controllable 26 TASCAM DR-05 : Single playback : Single track repeat playback : All track repeat playback : Loop playback 3 Monitor Mix setting status On/off status of Monitor Mix is shown.
2–Names and Functions of Parts 5 Recorder operation status · Stopped π Paused Á Playing back Fast-forwarding Ô Fast-rewinding ¯ Skipping forward  Skipping backward 6 Level meter The level of the input or playback sounds is shown. When Monitor Mix is ON, the level of the combined input and playback sounds is shown. 7 File information The file name or tag information of the file currently being played back is shown. ID3 tag information is shown when available for an MP3 file being played.
2–Names and Functions of Parts e Playback area ALL All files in the MUSIC folder FOLDER All files in the selected folder P.LIST All files added to the playlist r Loop playback IN (starting) and OUT (ending) points The set starting and ending points of the loop are shown. The icon appears at the playback position when the starting point is set. The icon appears at the playback position when the ending point is set.
2–Names and Functions of Parts 3 Prerecording function status PRE appears when the prerecording function is ON. 4 Low cut filter status : Low cut filter off : Low cut filter on (when set to 40Hz, 80Hz, or 120Hz) 5 Recorder operation status ª Recording standby π Recording paused (Recording standby) º Recording 6 Recording level meters The level of the input or playback sounds is shown. When Monitor Mix is ON, the level of the combined input and playback sounds is shown.
2–Names and Functions of Parts Playback Control screen The Playback Control screen is displayed if the PB CONT button is pressed during playback or when playback is stopped. Recording cannot be performed while this screen is displayed. Press the  or ¯ button to skip to the I/O point or the beginning/ end, instead of the previous or next file. 1 Loop playback status The icon is displayed when loop playback is enabled. 2 Playback speed Playback speed as compared with the normal speed is shown.
2–Names and Functions of Parts The OTHERS submenu appears when OTHERS is selected in the MENU screen. The menu items contained are as follows. Menu item list This list provides an overview of the various menu items.
2–Names and Functions of Parts Using menus Example: AREA is selected. Use the MENU screen to make various settings. Example: setting the playback area 1 Press the MENU button to open the MENUscreen. 4 Use the ¯ or Á button to move the cursor to highlight the value of the setting. 2 Use the + or – button to select a menu item (highlighted), and use the Á button to move to various settings screens. Example: PLAY SETTING screen 3 Use the + or – button to select a menu item (highlighted) to be set.
2–Names and Functions of Parts Basic operation Use the following buttons to operate the various screens. MENU button: Opens the MENU screen. PB CONT button: This opens the Playback Control screen. (HOME) [ª] button: When any other screen is open, press this to return to the Home Screen. Use this to answer “NO” to a confirmation message. Á button: Use this to confirm the selection of a setting item or to answer “YES” to a confirmation message.
3–Preparation Powering the unit DR-05 can operate on two AA batteries, or through an optional AC adapter (TASCAM PS-P515U) or USB cable provided with the unit (USB bus power). Alkaline or Ni-MH batteries can be used. Using AA batteries Open the battery compartment cover on the back of the unit. Fit two AA batteries to the + and – marks shown in the compartment, and close the battery compartment cover. remaining and allow the unit to accurately determine whether power is available for proper operation.
3–Preparation CAUTION • Never use any adaptor other than the designated PSP515U AC adaptor. Use of a different adaptor could cause malfunction, fire or electric shock. • Noise may occur when recording with a microphone if the unit is too close to the AC adaptor. In such a case, keep sufficient distance between the AC adaptor and the unit. NOTE When both batteries are installed and the AC adaptor is connected, power will be supplied from the AC adaptor.
3–Preparation Start-up & shutdown CAUTION • • • The unit goes in standby mode if shut down when the unit is operating on AC power supplied through the AC adapter (TASCAM PS-P515U, sold separately), or bus power supplied from a USB port of a PC. Turn down the volume of the sound system connected to the unit before starting up or shutting down the unit. Do not use headphones when starting up or shutting down the unit. Otherwise, a large noise would cause damage to headphones or your ears.
3–Preparation values. Press the Á button to fix the settings. The start-up screen is displayed, and then the Home Screen appears after the unit has started up. Date/time adjustment may be skipped by pressing the Á button, and made later. (See “Setting the date and time” on page 38) Shutting down Press and hold the (HOME) [ª] button until LINEAR PCM RECORDER appears on the display. The power turns off after the unit completes its shutdown process.
3–Preparation Setting the date and time Using its internal clock, this unit remembers the date and time when a file is recorded. 1 Press the MENU button to open the MENU screen. 3 Use the + or – button to select the DATE/ TIME menu item, and press the Á button. The DATE/TIME screen is displayed. 2 Use the + or – button to select the OTHERS menu item (highlighted), and press the Á button. 4 Press the  or ¯ button to move the cursor (highlighted area), and use the + or – button to change values.
3–Preparation NOTE You can set the unit to automatically add the date to file names. (See “Setting the format of file names” on page 97.) CAUTION The date and time setting can only be maintained for a few minutes if the unit is not powered from batteries or through the AC adaptor TASCAM PS-P515U or the USB cable. When using batteries, replace them before they completely lose power.
3–Preparation Removing the card Preparing a microSD card for use 1 Open the microSD slot cover on the right side panel. In order to use a microSD card in this unit, you must format it first. 2 Press the microSD card in gently and then release it to allow it to come out. 1 Confirm that a microSD card is installed and turn the power ON. 2 The following message appears when a new card or a card formatted for use with another device is installed in the unit.
3–Preparation CAUTION • • 3 Use the + or – button to select ON. When formatting a card, the unit should be operating on AC power supplied through the PS-P515U adapter (sold separately), USB bus power supplied from a computer, or batteries with sufficient remaining power. Formatting a card erases all the data on it. Using the built-in speaker Enable SPEAKER on the MENU screen to allow the unit to play over the built-in speaker. 1 Press the MENU button to open the MENU screen.
3–Preparation Connecting monitors and headphones To listen with headphones, connect them to the /LINE OUT jack. To listen with an external monitoring system to the /LINE OUT jack.
4–Recording In addition to using the built-in microphone, you can record using an external microphone or record the output signal from a mixer or other audio source. You can select among MP3 (44.1/48 kHz, 32–320 kbps) and WAV (44.1/48/96 kHz, 16/24-bit) audio recording formats. As the unit is compatible with the BWF format for WAV files, marks added to the WAV files during recording are available when playing back the files using a BWF compliant software, etc. REC SETTING screen appears.
4–Recording 5 Use the + or – button to select TYPE, and press the ¯ or Á button. The procedure to select the creation of a stereo or mono file is as follows. Use the + or – button to select STEREO (default) or MONO. If MONO is selected, a mono file is created, and the same signals are sent to both L and R level meters and output channels. If sound is recorded in MONO in WAV format, the file size will be half that recorded in STEREO, allowing long time recording. 6 Press the  button to show settings.
4–Recording Set the maximum file size with the + or − button to one of the following options. 64M, 128M, 256M, 512M, 1G, 2G (default) NOTE • • • If the maximum set file size is exceeded during recording, the unit will automatically continue recording in a new file. Depending on the file format, the amount of recording time will differ for the same file size. The amount of recording time is shown on the right of the setting value (in parentheses).
4–Recording Setting the input functions 1 Press the MENU button to open the MENU Screen. 2 Use the + or − button to select REC SETTING, and press the Á button. LOW CUT: The factory default setting of the low cut filter is OFF, but you can also select 40Hz, 80Hz or 120Hz as the cut-off frequency for a low cut filter. CAUTION • REC SETTING screen appears. The following input settings are made in this screen. Use the  or ¯ button or the + or − button to select the following settings.
4–Recording Recording an external device (EXT IN) Placing the unit and making connections Recording with the built-in mics Use a stereo miniplug cable to connect to the output of an external audio device. Point the mics at the sound source and place the unit in a stable location where there is little vibration. Recording with external mics (MIC IN) Connect an external mic to the MIC/EXT IN connector.
4–Recording Adjusting the input level Before starting recording, the input level should be adjusted to prevent the recorded sounds from being distorted due to excessively large input signals or from being inaudible due to excessively small input signals compared to noise. In addition to manual adjustment, the unit has the following three level adjustment functions: peak reduction, automatic level control, and limiter. Any of these can be used as required.
4–Recording 2 The  or ¯ button is used to adjust the input level. Press the  or ¯ button to show a pull-up menu screen for input level setting. If the input is too high, the PEAK indicator on the upper left above the display lights. A ¶ mark is provided at -12dB on the level meters. Set the input level so that the indicator bars move to and fro with this mark at about the center without causing the PEAK indicator to light red when the loudest sounds occur.
4–Recording Using the Level Control Function The level control function for recording through a microphone is set as follows. 1 Press the RECORD [º] button to bring the unit in recording standby. The REC indicator will flash and the recording screen will appear. 2 Press the QUICK button. The Quick menu screen will appear. 3 Select (highlight) LEVEL CTRL, and press the Á button. The level control setting screen will appear.
4–Recording come in. This allows recording level setting to be performed easily. The recording level can be raised manually if required. TIP When recording live performances, for example, test for peak reduction may be performed before actual recording. Select the peak reduction mode in recording standby, and maximize the recording level.
4–Recording Recording Before starting the following operation procedures, input selection and level adjustment should be completed, and the Home Screen should be open. 1 Press RECORD [º] button to begin recording standby. The screen shows the recording file name, the input source, the recording audio file type and sampling frequency. Please confirm that these are as desired before starting recording. 52 TASCAM DR-05 2 To start recording, press the RECORD [º] button again.
4–Recording NOTE To avoid accidental recording of the noise from pressing the RECORD [º] button, the start of recording is delayed by 0.3 second (fixed) after the RECORD [º] button is pressed. (REC DELAY) CAUTION Noise may occur when recording with a microphone if the unit is too close to the AC adaptor. In such a case, keep sufficient distance between the AC adaptor and the unit.
4–Recording Automatic track incrementation by file size Without pausing recording, a new file can be created automatically during recording when a file size set in advance is exceeded. 1 Press the MENU button to open the MENU Screen. 2 Use the + or − button to select REC SETTING, and press the Á button. REC SETTING screen appears. 3 Use the + or − button to select SIZE, and press the ¯ or Á button.
4–Recording Mark function Adding marks manually to a recording You can manually add marks to a recording where you want them. Press the MARK button while recording to add a mark. Mark number pull-up appears. stored in the file. Marks stored in the file are available when playing back the file using a BWF compliant software, etc. Moving to a mark position You can move to marks in the currently selected file when paused and during playback.
4–Recording Recording the moment before pushing RECORD (PRE REC) By using prerecording, when the unit is in recording standby you can record up to two seconds of the signal input before the RECORD [º] button is pushed to start recording. 1 Press the MENU button to open the MENU screen. 2 Use the + or − button to select REC SETTING, and press the Á button. 3 Use the + or − button to select PRE REC, and press the ¯ or Á button. 4 Use the + or − button to select ON.
4–Recording Self-timer function Like a camera, the unit has a self-timer to trigger the start of recording after a set period of time. 1 Press RECORD [º] button when stopped or playing back to set the unit in recording standby, and press the PB CONT button. 3 Set the time period, and press the RECORD[º] or Á button. Recording will start after the set time period. NOTE This function cannot be used when recording is paused in the middle of recording.
4–Recording Recording duration The table below shows the maximum recording time on microSD/microSDHC cards of different capacities for different file formats for recording. File format (recording setting) 16 bit WAV (stereo) 24 bit MP3 (stereo/ mono) • • • 32 kbps 64 kbps 96 kbps 128 kbps 192 kbps 256 kbps 320 kbps 44.1 kHz 48 kHz 96 kHz 44.1 kHz 48 kHz 96 kHz 44.1 kHz/48 kHz 44.1 kHz/48 kHz 44.1 kHz/48 kHz 44.1 kHz/48 kHz 44.1 kHz/48 kHz 44.1 kHz/48 kHz 44.
5–Working with Files and Folders (BROWSE screen) On the BROWSEScreen, you can view the contents of the Music Folder, which contains the audio files on the microSD card that you can use with the DR-05. On this screen, you can also play and erase selected audio files, create folders, add tracks to the playlist and so on. (See “Playlist” on page 68.
5–Working with Files and Folders This folder that contains this file becomes the current folder, and new recorded file will be saved in this folder. If the playback area has been set to FOLDER, this folder becomes the new playback area. • When a folder is selected, press the Á button to return to the Home Screen. The first file in the folder (shown at the top of the file list) will be played. This folder becomes the current folder, and new recorded files will be saved in this folder.
5–Working with Files and Folders File operations Select the desired audio file on the BROWSE Screen and press the QUICK button to open the pop-up window that is shown below. ADD LIST Adds the selected file to the playlist. (See “Playlist” on page 68.) DELETE A message appears to confirm that you want to delete the file. Press the Á button to erase the file and the (HOME) [ª] button to cancel the deletion operation.
5–Working with Files and Folders Folder operations Select the desired folder on the BROWSE Screen and press the QUICK button to open the pop-up window that is shown below. Use the + or − button to select the item you want from the following list and press the Á button to execute it. SELECT Returns to the Home Screen and selects the first file in the folder. Regardless of the previous setting, the playback area is set to FOLDER, and this folder becomes the new playback area.
5–Working with Files and Folders Creating a new folder In the file list, NEW FOLDER appears at the bottom. A newly created folder becomes the current one, and new recorded files are saved in this folder. If the playback area has been set to FOLDER, this folder becomes the playback area. Select (highlight) NEW FOLDER, and press the Á button. A pop-up appears to confirm that you want to create a new folder. Press the Á button to create a new folder or press the (HOME) [ª] button to cancel.
6–Playback On the Home Screen, you can use the  and ¯ buttons to select the playback track. The files that you can select are determined by the playback area setting. Limiting the playback area makes track selection easier when you have numerous recorded and copied tracks on the microSD card. On the PLAY SETTING Screen, you can select all files, the current folder or the playlist as the playback area. You can also use the BROWSE Screen to set a folder as the playback area.
6–Playback 3 Use the + or − button to select (highlight) AREA, and press the ¯ or Á button. 4 Use the + or − button to set the playback area. ALL FILES Set the playback area as all files in the Music Folder on the microSD card. If there is no playlist defined, a No PLAYLIST pop-up appears. 5 Press the (HOME) [ª] button to return to the Home Screen. NOTE The current playback area setting appears in the lower left of the Home Screen.
6–Playback Selecting a folder for the playback area (1) Regardless of the current playback area, if you select a folder on the BROWSE Screen, the playback area changes to the selected folder. 1 Press the MENU button to open the MENU screen. 2 Use the + or − button to select BROWSE, and press the Á button. BROWSE screen appears. A file list of the folder that contains the file selected in the Home Screen is displayed.
6–Playback Selecting a folder for the playback area (2) When the playback area is set to FOLDER, if you select a file on the BROWSE Screen, the folder that contains the selected file becomes the playback area. 1 Press the MENU button to open the MENU screen. 2 Use the + or − button to select BROWSE, and press the Á button. BROWSE screen appears. A file list of the folder that contains the file selected in the Home Screen is displayed.
6–Playback Playlist You can make a list of tracks for playback (playlist). On the Play Mode Screen if you select PLAYLIST for the AREA item, you can set playback to just the tracks in your playlist. NOTE For details about how to select the file, see “Screen navigation” on page 59. A pop-up window appears. 4 Use the + or - button to select ADD LIST. Adding tracks to the playlist 1 Press the MENU button to open the MENU screen. 2 Use the + or − button to select BROWSE, and press the Á button.
6–Playback Editing the playlist You can view and edit the playlist you have made on the PLAYLIST screen. You can also use this screen to play tracks and to edit the playlist. 1 Press the MENU button to open the MENU screen. 2 Use the + or − button to select BROWSE, and press the Á button. PLAYLIST screen appears. 5 Use the + or − button to select the file you want to edit, and press the QUICK button. A pop-up window appears. BROWSE screen appears. 3 Use the  button to move to the top folder level.
6–Playback Press the Á button to remove all the files or the (HOME) [ª] button to cancel this operation. For this operation, it does not matter which track you select in step 5. All the files are removed from the playlist, but they are not erased from the microSD card. • Use the + or − button to move the selected track to a different position in the playlist. In the above example, the 4th track has been moved to the 3rd track position. • Press the Á button. The display returns to the PLAYLIST screen.
6–Playback Selecting files for playback (skip) When the Home Screen is open, press the  and ¯ buttons to select the file for playback. If you press the  button when the playback position is located at the middle of a file, it will return to the beginning of that file. If you press the  button when located at the beginning of a file, the playback position will skip to the beginning of the previous file.
6–Playback Stopping When the Home Screen is open and a track is playing back, press the (HOME) [ª] button to pause playback, and press the (HOME) [ª] button to return to the beginning of the file. (STOP) Rewinding and fast-forwarding (search) When the Home Screen is open and a track is playing back or stopped, press and hold the  or ¯ button to rewind or fastforward and search the playback track. NOTE Press and hold the  or ¯ button to accelerate the search speed.
6–Playback CONTINUOUS (default): All tracks in the playback area are played in sequence one time. (This setting is the ordinary playback mode.) SINGLE: The selected track is played once without repeating. The icon appears on the Home Screen. 1 REPEAT: The current track is played repeatedly. The icon appears on the Home Screen. ALL REPEAT: All tracks in the selected playback area are played back repeatedly. The icon appears on the Home Screen.
6–Playback Playback Control Screen Use the Playback Control screen to set the playback control functions. When the Home Screen is open, press the PB CONT button to open the Playback Control screen. This screen can be used to make settings for the playback speed and loop playback. After you finish making settings on this screen, press the (HOME) [ª] button (or press the PB CONT button) to return to the Home Screen.
6–Playback 3 Press the MARK button at the end point of the section that you want to play repeatedly. This position is set as OUT (end) point, and loop playback of the section between the IN and OUT points starts. Then, appears at the corresponding point under the playback indicator bar. During loop playback the appears. NOTE • • • indicator also Press the PB CONT button to return to the Home Screen while maintaining the I/O and loop settings effective.
6–Playback Changing the playback speed (VSA) The unit features the VSA (Variable Speed Audition) function that changes the playback speed without changing its pitch. CAUTION The VSA function cannot be effective for files recorded with a will be shown in sampling frequency of 96kHz, and the Home Screen. However, the setting of playback speed can be changed. To apply the adjustment of playback speed, select a file recorded with a sampling frequency of 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz by using the  or¯ button.
6–Playback Using the playback equalizer (PLAY EQ) You can choose from different sound types to enhance the listenability (PLAY EQ: playback equalizer). Set the playback equalizer in the PLAY SETTING screen. 1 Press the MENU button to open the MENU screen. 2 Use the + or − button to select PLAY SETTING, and press the Á button. 4 Use the + or − button to set the equalizer.
6–Playback Moving back a few seconds for replay (jump-back playback) Press the Á button during playback to move back a few seconds (adjustable) and restart playback. (Jump-back playback). If you find a favorite passage of music or lyrics during playback, press the Playback button to go back a few seconds and replay that passage. The jump-back time is set as a JUMPBACK setting. 1 Press the MENU button to open the MENU screen. 2 Use the + or − button to select PLAY SETTING, and press the Á button.
6–Playback Simultaneous listening to playback and input sound (Monitor Mix) This allows you to listen to playback and input sound at the same time (Monitor Mix). You can use a recorded (or copied from a computer) audio track for instrument practice or karaoke. 1 Press the MENU button to open the MENUscreen. 2 Use the + or − button to select OTHERS, and press the Á button to open the OTHERS submenu. 3 Use the + or − button to select MONITOR MIX, and press the Á button. MONITOR MIX screen appears.
6–Playback Adjusting the input level (simple adjustment) If Monitor Mix is enabled (INPUT is selected in the MONITOR MIX screen), the input level can be adjusted in a simple way in the Quick menu screen. NOTE The level meters are designed to be hidden from the Quick menu screen, so you cannot use them when you make adjustments. This simple way of adjustment can be used only for the Monitor Mix function (simultaneous listening to playback and input from a microphone or external device.
7-Quick Operations Features of the QUICK button The QUICK button serves for the following purposes. • While the Home Screen is open and when stopped or paused, opens the Quick menu screen for deletion, division, and level alignment (enhancing the perceived overall sound pressure) of the current track. During playback, the Quick menu screen appears only for level alignment. • While the Home Screen is open during recording standby, the Quick menu screen appears for level control setting.
7-Quick Operations Quick menu screen To show the Quick menu screen, press the QUICK button while the Home Screen is open. The contents of this screen depend on the state of the unit at the time when the QUICK button is pressed. • When stopped with the Home Screen open Deletion, division, and level alignment of the current track can be selected. DELETE: The current track can be deleted. (See “Deleting the selected file (Quick Delete) on page 84.) DIVIDE: The current track can be divided.
7-Quick Operations Select LEVEL CTRL, and press the Á button to open the level control setting pop-up window. In this window, you can choose from the following three level control options. PEAK REDUCTION: When the input sound is too large, the recording volume is decreased automatically to an appropriate level. AUTO LEVEL: When the input sound is too small or too large, the recording volume is increased or decreased, respectively, automatically to an appropriate level.
7-Quick Operations • The input level cannot be changed if the level control function is set to AUTO LEVEL. Closing the Quick menu screen 3 Use the + or − button to select DELETE. 4 Press the Á button. A confirmation screen for file deletion appears. Press the QUICK button to close the Quick menu screen. Deleting the selected file (Quick Delete) The currently selected file can be deleted without using the BROWSE screen. 1 To delete a file, select it using the  or ¯ button or the BROWSEscreen.
7-Quick Operations Dividing the selected file (DIVIDE) A recorded file can be divided into two at a specified position. 1 Select a file to be divided using the  or ¯ button or the BROWSE screen. 2 While the Home Screen is open when stopped, press the QUICK button to show the Quick menu screen. 3 Use the + or − button to select DIVIDE, and press the Á button. DIVIDE screen appears. 4 Use the + or − button to select to specify the position for file division, and press the RECORD [º] button.
7-Quick Operations • − button. Press and hold the + or − button to move the position continuously. After dividing a file, two new files with ”_a” and ”_b” added to the end of the original file name are created. For example if the original filename is “DR0000_0000.wav” then the new files will be named “DR0000_0000_a.wav” (the recording before the division point) and “DR0000_0000_b.wav” (the recording after the division point). CAUTION • • • • MP3 files cannot be divided.
7-Quick Operations 2 Use the + or − button to select LEVEL ALIGN and press the Á button. NOTE The level alignment function may not be able to achieve sufficient effect depending on the source of the sound (example: a music file whose sound pressure has been already adjusted). 3 A screen to enable/disable the level alignment function appears. 4 Use the + or − button to select ON, and press the Á button to enable the level alignment function.
8-Tuning a Musical Instrument (Tuner) TASCAM DR-05 has a built-in tuner. The unit receives a sound from a musical instrument and allows you to tune it accurately on the tuning meter shown in the display. Using the tuner Setting the tuner 1 Press the MENU button to open the MENUscreen. 2 Use the + or − button to select OTHERS, and press the Á button to open the OTHERSsubmenu. 3 Use the + or − button to select TUNER, and press the Á button. TUNER screen appears.
9–Connecting with a Computer By connecting this unit with a computer using the USB cable, you can transfer audio files on the microSD card in the unit to a computer, as well as transfer audio files on the computer to the microSD card in the unit. This unit can handle audio files of the following formats. MP3: 32k-320kbps, 44.1k/48kHz WAV: 44.1k/48k/96kHz, 16/24 bit computer that has a built-in microSD card slot or by using a card reader.
9–Connecting with a Computer Transferring files to a computer Make sure that the microSD card is inserted properly. NOTE If the USB cable is connected to the unit when batteries has been installed, the power is supplied from the USB port (USB bus power prioritized). If a microSD card is not properly inserted before making the USB connection, “Can't Save Data” appears on the screen. This unit appears on the computer screen as external volume named “DR-05.
9–Connecting with a Computer Transferring files from a computer 1 Click the “DR-05” drive on the computer screen to show the “MUSIC” and “UTILITY” folders. 2 Drag and drop files on the computer that you want to transfer to the unit to the “MUSIC” folder. Disconnecting from a computer Before disconnecting the USB cable, use the proper procedures for your computer to unmount the “DR-05” (as an external drive). The power turns off after the unit completes its shutdown process.
10–Settings and Information Viewing File Information Use the Information Screen to view various types of information about your DR-05. 1 Press the MENU button to open the MENUscreen. 2. Use the + or − button to select OTHERS, and press the Á button to open the OTHERS submenu. 3. Use the + or - button to select INFORMATION, and press the Á button. The INFORMATION screen contains the following three pages. Use the + or − button to move through the pages.
10–Settings and Information Card information page The CARD page shows the status of the currently inserted microSD card. System information page TOTAL MUSIC Shows the number of playable files contained by the Music Folder. TOTAL FOLDER Shows the total number of folders in the Music Folder. TOTAL SIZE Shows the total microSD card capacity. REMAIN SIZE/USED SIZE Shows the amount of unused/used capacity on the microSD card. Press the  or ¯ button to switch between REMAIN SIZE and USED SIZE.
10–Settings and Information System Settings and Formatting From the SYSTEM Screen, you can change various settings to optimize the device for your use environment and other requirements. You can also initialize the unit and format the microSD card. 1 Press the MENU button to open the MENUscreen. 2. Use the + or − button to select OTHERS, and press the Á button to open the OTHERS submenu. 3. Use the + or - button to select SYSTEM, and press the Á button. SYSTEM screen appears.
10–Settings and Information Adjusting the display contrast confirmation pop-up window. Use CONTRAST to adjust the display contrast. Options: 1–20 (factory setting: 5) Setting the type of AA batteries Use BATTERY TYPE to set the type of the AA batteries that you are using. This setting is used to show the amount of remaining battery charge and determine if the unit has enough power for normal operation.
10–Settings and Information highlight Exec. 2 Press the Á button to open a pop-up confirmation window. 3 Press the Á button to execute the quick formatting, or press the (HOME) [ª] button to cancel formatting. Using FULL FORMAT Use the FULL FORMAT item to completely format the microSD card. Full formatting checks the memory for errors while formatting, so it takes more time than quick formatting.
10–Settings and Information Setting the format of file names You can select the format of names given to files recorded by this unit. 1 Press the MENU button to open the MENUscreen. 2 Use the + or − button to select OTHERS, and press the Á button to open the OTHERS submenu. 3 Use the + or − button to select FILE NAME, and press the Á button. FILE NAME screen appears. File name format The TYPE item can be set to either WORD (default setting) or DATE.
11–Messages The following is a list of the popup messages that might appear on the DR-05 under certain conditions. Refer to this list if one of these popup messages appears and you want to check the meaning or determine a proper response. Message Meaning and response File Name ERR The DIVIDE function would cause the file name to exceed 200 characters. The DIVIDE function adds "_a” or “_b” to the end of the file name.
11–Messages Message MBR Error Init CARD Meaning and response The card is not formatted properly or the formatting is broken. Change the card or press the Á button when this message appears to format the card in FAT format. CAUTION: Execution of FAT formatting erases all data currently on the card. Format Error Format CARD The FAT formatting of the card is abnormal or broken.
11–Messages Message Meaning and response Can't Divide The position selected for divide is not suitable (too close to the beginning or end of a track). Max File Size The file is larger than the designated size or the recording time exceeded 24 hours. File Full The total number of folders and files exceeds 5000. Erase unnecessary files or move them to your computer. Card Error The card could not be handled properly. Replace the card. Current File MP3 MP3 files cannot be divided.
11–Messages Message Not Continued File Error Can't Save Data Player Error Device Error Writing Failed Sys Rom Err Remote Cmd Remote Rx System Err 50 System Error 1 System Error 2 System Error 3 System Error 4 System Error 5 System Error 6 System Error 7 System Error 8 System Error 9 Meaning and response If any of these errors occurs, turn the unit’s power off and restart it.
12–Troubleshooting If you are having trouble with the operation of this unit, please try the following before seeking repair. If these measures do not solve the problem, please contact the store where you bought the unit, an authorized distributer or a TASCAM Customer Support. ªª Power will not turn ON. • Confirm that the batteries are not dead. • Confirm that the batteries are installed with the correct +/– orientation.
12–Troubleshooting • Is the OUTPUT LEVEL setting of the unit minimized? • Confirm that the input level setting for recording (REC LEVEL) is not too high. ªª Recording does not work. ªª The playback sounds unnatural. • If you are using an external device, check the connection again. • Check the input settings again. • Confirm that the recording level is not too low. • Confirm that the microSD card is not full. • Confirm that the number of files has not reached the maximum that the unit can handle.
13–Specifications Ratings Recording media microSD card (64 MB - 2 GB) microSDHC card (4 GB - 32 GB) Recording/playback format WAV: 44.1/48/96 kHz, 16/24-bit MP3: 44.1/48 kHz, 32/64/96/128/192/256/320 kbps Number of channels 2 channels (stereo) Input/output ratings Analog audio input/output ratings MIC/EXT IN jacks (supporting plug-in power) Connector: 1/8” (3.5 mm) stereo mini Input impedance: 25 kΩ Nominal input level: –20 dBV Maximum input level: –4 dBV 104 TASCAM DR-05 /LINE OUT Connector: 1/8” (3.
13–Specifications Audio performance Frequency response 20 - 20 kHz +1/–3 dB (44.1 kHz, EXT IN to LINE OUT) (JEITA) 20 -22 kHz +1/–3 dB (48 kHz, EXT IN to LINE OUT) (JEITA) 20 - 40 kHz +1/–3 dB (96 kHz, EXT IN to LINE OUT) (JEITA) Total harmonic distortion 0.05% or lower (EXT IN to LINE OUT, Fs 44.1/48/96kHz) (JEITA) S/N ratio 92dB or higher (EXT IN to LINE OUT, Fs 44.
13–Specifications Other specifications Power Two AA batteries (Alkaline or Ni-MH) USB bus power supplied from a computer AC adaptor (TASCAM PS-P515U, sold separately) Power consumption 1.7 W (maximum) Battery operation time (continuous operation) Alkaline type battery (EVOLTA) Recording/ Format playback Recording WAV 96KHz, 24bit Recording WAV 44.1KHz, 16bit Recording MP3 44.
13–Specifications Operation time About 15 hours About 14 hours About 16.5 hours About 16.5 hours About 16 hours About 15 hours About 16 hours About 15 hours Note Headphones Dimensional drawings 26mm 61mm Built-in Speaker Headphones Built-in Speaker Headphones Built-in Speaker Headphones 141mm Recording/ Format playback Playback WAV 96KHz, 24bit Playback WAV 96KHz, 24bit WAV 44.1KHz, Playback 16bit WAV 44.1KHz, Playback 16bit MP3 44.1KHz, Playback 128Kbps MP3 44.
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