Tascam DA-98HR User Manual

DA-98HRDigital Multitrack RecorderOWNER’S MANUALCAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOTREMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE P

1 – Introduction to the DA-98HR–Recommended tapes10 TASCAM DA-98HRAvoid extreme voltage fluctuations. If necessary, use an input voltage regulator to

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1 – Introduction to the DA-98HR–Recommended tapes TASCAM DA-98HR 111.5.1 Tape brandsThe following brands and models of tape can be used with the DA-98

12 TASCAM DA-98HR2 – Front and rear panels2.1 Front Panel controls1 Power switchTurns the power to the DA-98HR on and off. When the DA-98HR is turned

2 – Front and rear panels–Front Panel controls TASCAM DA-98HR 138 AVAILABLE TRACK indicatorsThese tri-color indicators light when a track is avail-abl

2 – Front and rear panels–Front Panel controls14 TASCAM DA-98HRG CLEAR (F2) keyThis key defeats the rehearsal and auto modes during auto punch-in and

2 – Front and rear panels–Front Panel controls TASCAM DA-98HR 15S SHIFT key and indicatorWhen this latching key is pressed (the indicator will flash),

2 – Front and rear panels–Front Panel controls16 TASCAM DA-98HRf INPUT MONITOR keys and indicatorsThese keys allow the monitoring of inputs to tracks

2 – Front and rear panels–Rear Panel connectors TASCAM DA-98HR 172.2 Rear Panel connectorsThis provides a brief description of the functions of the co

2 – Front and rear panels–Rear Panel connectors18 TASCAM DA-98HRThe pinout for this connector is given below .s REMOTE IN/SYNC INThis connector is use

TASCAM DA-98HR 193 – ConnectionsThis section explains how to connect other equip-ment to the DA-98HR in a variety of situations. It is not intended as

2 TASCAM DA-98HRImportant Safety PrecautionsIMPORTANT (for U.K. Customers)DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment.If the plug fitted is not

3 – Connections–Synchronization connections20 TASCAM DA-98HRIn all other cases, the data is transferred according to the following table, where the nu

3 – Connections–Control connections TASCAM DA-98HR 21“DTRS synchronization”, the WORD SYNC jacks do not need to be connected between the DTRS units.3.

3 – Connections–Connection to other TASCAM units22 TASCAM DA-98HRThough the slave will receive its word clock from the master unit, the master itself

TASCAM DA-98HR 234 – Menu operationsRead this section to understand the basic principles of menu operation. This will help you find your way round the

4 – Menu operations–About the function keys24 TASCAM DA-98HRIn most time-based menus, when the “frames” field is being edited, the value can be change

4 – Menu operations–Assigning menus to function keys TASCAM DA-98HR 252 This menu gives you two choices, Menu, and Locate Position:Menu uses the funct

4 – Menu operations–Using the function keys as number keys26 TASCAM DA-98HRIf a time value is being entered, and an individual field is blinking (hh,

TASCAM DA-98HR 275 – Monitoring modesNOTEWe strongly advise you to read this section—the effective use of multitrack monitoring is one of the keys to

5 – Monitoring modes–Patching the outputs28 TASCAM DA-98HR1 From menu group 2, move the cursor to Shtl Mon, and press ENTER:2 Use the § and ¶ keys to

5 – Monitoring modes–Mixdown patchbay TASCAM DA-98HR 29tape signals are delayed by about 240 milliseconds relative to the input signal. This means tha

TASCAM DA-98HR 3CAUTION:…Read all of these Instructions.…Save these Instructions for later use.…Follow all Warnings and Instructions marked on the a

5 – Monitoring modes–Mixdown patchbay30 TASCAM DA-98HR5.4.2 Selecting the mixdown sources1 From menu group B, move the cursor to MixInSel, and press E

TASCAM DA-98HR 316 – Basic OperationsThis section explains some of the basic operations using the DA-98HR. Section 7, “Advanced opera-tions” describes

6 – Basic Operations–Formatting a tape32 TASCAM DA-98HRNOTEIf varispeed is set to on (7.5, “Vari speed (pitch control)”) or FS shift is selected (9.4.

6 – Basic Operations–Recording the first tracks TASCAM DA-98HR 33NOTEIf you do press the FORMAT/Fs key twice so that the indi-cator lights steadily an

6 – Basic Operations–Recording the first tracks34 TASCAM DA-98HRIf the tape counter shows a negative value, you cannot record on the tape at that posi

6 – Basic Operations–Overdubbing TASCAM DA-98HR 352 Adjust the input signal levels so that the track meters read high, but the OVER segment does not l

6 – Basic Operations–Punch-in and punch-out36 TASCAM DA-98HRedited to sample accuracy, either from a list of numerical values or “on-the-fly” in real

6 – Basic Operations–Punch-in and punch-out TASCAM DA-98HR 375 Start playing the tape (press PLAY), and the signals from tape will be monitored.6 At t

6 – Basic Operations–Punch-in and punch-out38 TASCAM DA-98HRAny punch operation from now will take your setting for pre-roll and use it when locating

6 – Basic Operations–Punch-in and punch-out TASCAM DA-98HR 396.6.9 Reviewing the punched material1 To replay the punch-in, press the PLAY key.Playback

Table of Contents4 TASCAM DA-98HR1 – Introduction to the DA-98HR1.1 Unpacking ... 71.2 Features...

40 TASCAM DA-98HR7 – Advanced operations7.1 AutolocationThe DA-98HR contains two location memories accessible through the LOC 1 and LOC 2 keys(O and R

7 – Advanced operations–Function key location memories TASCAM DA-98HR 41function keys as number keys” or the dial to change values (4.1.7, “Using the

7 – Advanced operations–Track delay42 TASCAM DA-98HRgroup 7) , press the SHIFT key S, so that the SHIFT indicator flashes.2 Press the function key cor

7 – Advanced operations–Crossfade time TASCAM DA-98HR 437.3.1 To set the track delay:1 Select menu group 0, and move the cursor to Delay. Press the EN

7 – Advanced operations–Shuttle operations44 TASCAM DA-98HR2 Use the Ó and Á keys to move the cursor to the left parameter (Vari or Fix).3 Use the § a

7 – Advanced operations–Reference levels TASCAM DA-98HR 457.6.2 Shuttle mutingAs explained above, shuttling the tape will usually allow monitoring of

7 – Advanced operations–Sine oscillator46 TASCAM DA-98HR1 Move the cursor to the Release parame-ter and use the § and ¶ keys to select between Slow, M

7 – Advanced operations–REC MUTE (recording silence) TASCAM DA-98HR 47length is set to 20 or 24 bits and recording at 16 bits (non-HR). Though you wil

7 – Advanced operations–Dither48 TASCAM DA-98HR1 Enter menu group D, and move the cursor to User bits:2 The incoming user bits are displayed on the bo

7 – Advanced operations–Setting the power-on message TASCAM DA-98HR 491 Select menu group 9, move the cursor to ErrorMute, and press ENTER:2 Use the §

Table of Contents TASCAM DA-98HR 57.1.2 Checking, editing and manually entering MEMO 1 and MEMO 2...407.1.3 Set

50 TASCAM DA-98HR8 – DTRS synchronizationThis section describes the techniques and methods to be followed when the DA-98HR is linked to other DTRS uni

8 – DTRS synchronization–DTRS emulation TASCAM DA-98HR 51Therefore, for a chain of three units; a DA-98HR as master, with a DA-88 and DA-38 as slaves,

8 – DTRS synchronization–Machine offset52 TASCAM DA-98HRNOTENOTENone of these emulations provides full control of all facili-ties available on the DA-

8 – DTRS synchronization–Machine offset TASCAM DA-98HR 53Another DA-98HR (the slave) has a tape with some tracks containing video backing music. It is

8 – DTRS synchronization–Digital dubbing54 TASCAM DA-98HR8.5 Digital dubbingWhen you copy tapes between DTRS units in the digital domain, there is no

8 – DTRS synchronization–Error messages TASCAM DA-98HR 552 Load a blank unformatted tape into each DTRS unit. You should ensure that all tapes are the

56 TASCAM DA-98HR9 – Operations related to timecodeThe DA-98HR contains synchronization facilities, including a timecode generator, which allow it to

9 – Operations related to timecode–Tape timecode mode TASCAM DA-98HR 579.2 Tape timecode modeThe following procedure allows you to select the source f

9 – Operations related to timecode–Recording timecode58 TASCAM DA-98HR1 Use the Ó and Á keys to select the “hours” field.2 Use the § and ¶ keys to set

9 – Operations related to timecode–Recording timecode TASCAM DA-98HR 59cases, we suggest that you use the internal generator or the tape as sources fo

Table of Contents6 TASCAM DA-98HR10.2 Disabling local control ...6910.3 Use with 9-pin external control ...6

9 – Operations related to timecode–Recording timecode60 TASCAM DA-98HRpressing the TC REC switch. However, we do not recommend this method of working,

9 – Operations related to timecode–Recording timecode TASCAM DA-98HR 61In all other cases, we suggest using either the DA-98HR’s internal generator or

9 – Operations related to timecode–Selecting the frame rate62 TASCAM DA-98HRtimecode previously recorded on the timecode track will be erased!).9.3.8

9 – Operations related to timecode–Timecode input and output TASCAM DA-98HR 639.5.1 Timecode inputThere are two primary reasons for the DA-98HR to rec

9 – Operations related to timecode–Chasing to timecode64 TASCAM DA-98HR9.5.5 Using MIDI Time Code (MTC)The DA-98HR can output MIDI Time Code in almost

9 – Operations related to timecode–Chasing to timecode TASCAM DA-98HR 659.6.3 Setting timecode offset from the menu1 Go to menu group 4, move the curs

9 – Operations related to timecode–Chasing to timecode66 TASCAM DA-98HR1 Go to menu group 4, move the cursor to Park Posi (park position) and press EN

9 – Operations related to timecode–Video resolution TASCAM DA-98HR 67As well as selecting rechase, you can also select the length of the “rechase wind

9 – Operations related to timecode–Video resolution68 TASCAM DA-98HR9.7.1 Video reference settingWhen syncing the DA-98HR to a video frame source, it

TASCAM DA-98HR 6910 – External controlThe DA-98HR can be controlled by other units, either through the REMOTE IN/SYNC IN TASCAM connector s as describ

TASCAM DA-98HR 71 – Introduction to the DA-98HRThe TASCAM DA-98HR is a digital audio multi-track recorder designed for use in a variety of appli-catio

10 – External control–Use with 9-pin external control70 TASCAM DA-98HR10.3.3 Record delayMost recorders (both VTRs and audio recorders) drop into reco

10 – External control–Use with 9-pin external control TASCAM DA-98HR 712 Use the § and ¶ keys to select between the two options: x 100 and x 8.To dete

10 – External control–Bus protocol72 TASCAM DA-98HRmenu above. If you choose enable, the DA-98HR’s timecode track will be mapped to the track referred

10 – External control–MIDI Machine Control TASCAM DA-98HR 73ware must be able to transmit MMC commands and also to sync to MTC for this to be effectiv

74 TASCAM DA-98HR11 – Menu and parameter reference11.1 Menu groupsThis section provides a quick guide to the menus and their functions, providing a li

11 – Menu and parameter reference–Menu groups TASCAM DA-98HR 7511.1.3 Menu group 211.1.4 Menu group 3Menu item Parameter(s) Values ReferenceShuttle Mu

11 – Menu and parameter reference–Menu groups76 TASCAM DA-98HR11.1.5 Menu group 411.1.6 Menu group 5Menu item Parameter(s) Values ReferenceTC Chase In

11 – Menu and parameter reference–Menu groups TASCAM DA-98HR 7711.1.7 Menu group 611.1.8 Menu group 7Menu item Parameter(s) Values ReferenceEmulation

11 – Menu and parameter reference–Menu groups78 TASCAM DA-98HR11.1.9 Menu group 811.1.10 Menu group 9Menu item Parameter(s) Values ReferenceGenerate S

11 – Menu and parameter reference–Menu groups TASCAM DA-98HR 7911.1.11 Menu group A11.1.12 Menu group BMenu item Parameter(s) Values ReferenceClock Mo

1 – Introduction to the DA-98HR–Using this manual8 TASCAM DA-98HR• Input monitor mode allows channel-by-channel source monitoring, regardless of tape

11 – Menu and parameter reference–Menu groups80 TASCAM DA-98HR11.1.13 Menu group D11.1.14 Menu group E11.1.15 Menu group FMenu item Parameter(s) Value

11 – Menu and parameter reference–Menu item index TASCAM DA-98HR 8111.2 Menu item indexUse this alphabetical list when you want to find out quickly to

11 – Menu and parameter reference–Menu item index82 TASCAM DA-98HRTC Frame Mode5TC Frame Mode8TC Record Enable6TC Record Source8TC Timing5TDIF Word Le

TASCAM DA-98HR 8312 – Maintenance and settings12.1 Head and transport cleaningThe DA-98HR incorporates an internal cleaning mechanism that not only cl

12 – Maintenance and settings–Checking error rates84 TASCAM DA-98HRAlso, before using an ME tape for archival or one-time recording (see 1.5, “Recomme

12 – Maintenance and settings–User setups in RAM TASCAM DA-98HR 8512.4 User setups in RAMCommonly-used setups are saved in one of three user setup mem

12 – Maintenance and settings–Tape storage of settings86 TASCAM DA-98HRNOTESince the unit resets when the factory settings are loaded, you should make

12 – Maintenance and settings–Checking version numbers TASCAM DA-98HR 8712.6 Checking version numbersIn case of problems, you may need to quote the ve

88 TASCAM DA-98HR13 – Options/specifications/reference13.1 DA-98HR optionsYou can purchase a number of options through your TASCAM dealer. These inclu

13 – Options/specifications/reference–Specifications TASCAM DA-98HR 8913.2 Specifications13.2.1 Physical specifications13.2.2 Power specifications13.2

1 – Introduction to the DA-98HR–Notes and precautions TASCAM DA-98HR 9that you make a note of these, to prolong the useful life of the DA-98HR.1.4.1 C

13 – Options/specifications/reference–Specifications90 TASCAM DA-98HR13.2.7 Recorder chaacteristics13.2.8 9-pin (RS-422), MIDI, synchronizer specifica

13 – Options/specifications/reference–MMC Bit Map Array TASCAM DA-98HR 9113.3 MMC Bit Map ArrayCommands unavailable on the DA-98HR are struck through,

13 – Options/specifications/reference–MMC Bit Map Array92 TASCAM DA-98HRr0-0(06)GENERATORTIME CODE(05)LOCKDEVIATION(04)ACTUALOFFSET(03)REQUESTED OFFSE

13 – Options/specifications/reference–MIDI Implementation TASCAM DA-98HR 9313.4 MIDI Implementation Chart TASCAM Multitrack Digital Recorder

13 – Options/specifications/reference–MIDI Control Change94 TASCAM DA-98HR13.5 MIDI Control ChangeIt is possible to send use MIDI Control Change mes-s

13 – Options/specifications/reference–MIDI System Exclusive TASCAM DA-98HR 9513.6.6 Input Patch setup<cc> = 0bThere are two data bytes: <dest

Index A - F96 TASCAM DA-98HRAABS and SMPTE/EBU timecode 56ABS timing 56recording synthesized timecode from 60selecting TC or ABS 56ABS-13 and ABS-23

Index H - O TASCAM DA-98HR 97F3 (PREROLL) 14F4 key (AUTO PLAY) 14F5 key (MEMO 1) 14F6 key(MIXDOWN) 14F7 key (RHSL) 14F8 key (AUTO PUNCH) 14F9 key(REP

Index P - S98 TASCAM DA-98HRtimecode 63timecode format 63timecode timing 63word length 48Outputspatching 28Overdubbing 35PParallel control 21Park pos

Index T - W TASCAM DA-98HR 99TTape brands 11Tape counter and status indicators 13Tape loading slot 12Tape storage of user settings 86Tape TC, checkin