Tascam DP-008ex Recording Equipment User Manual


 
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TASCAM DP-008EX
1 – Introduction
Thank you for your purchase of the TASCAM DP-008EX
Digital Multitrack Recorder.
Before connecting and using the unit, please take
time to read this manual thoroughly to ensure you
understand how to properly set up and connect the
unit, as well as the operation of its many useful and
convenient functions. 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
Using this unit with an SD card, you can record two
tracks simultaneously and work with up to 8 tracks in
a multitrack project. In addition, you can use the unit’s
mixer, mastering (automatic and manual) and input
dynamics functions to mix multitrack recordings
down to stereo and create a stereo master track.
This stereo master track can then be transferred to a
computer connected by USB. In addition to copying
individual and stereo master tracks from this unit
to a computer, song files can also be backed up to a
computer.
Portable 8-track recorder that can record 2 tracks
simultaneously and play back 8 tracks
CD-quality recording (16-bit, 44.1kHz)
Built-in omnidirectional stereo condenser mic
suppresses pickup of background noise (Low and
High input gain settings)
Guitars and basses can be directly connected to 2
mic/line inputs (INPUT A/B)
Independent LEVEL, PAN and REVERB knobs for
each track allow intuitive operation
Wheel allows rapid location to specific points
(direct location function)
Set and use IN and OUT points as you like for
repeat playback and editing
Separate stereo master track in addition to 8
independent tracks
Bounce function allows recording of more than 8
tracks
Punch in/out function allows parts to be
re-recorded as necessary
Track editing functions include duplicating and
deleting recorded tracks, partial clearing and
deletion and silence insertion
Recording and editing operations can be undone
and redone
Chromatic tuner with meters provides visual
feedback during tuning
Metronome
Transfer files to computers connected by USB 2.0
Backup and restore songs
Import and export stereo WAV files to stereo tracks
Export stereo masters as stereo WAV files
Operates on four AA batteries or a TASCAM
PS-P520 AC adaptor (sold separately)
2GB SD card included
Unit has built-in threads for tripod mounting
Included items
This product includes the following items.
Take care when opening the package not to damage
the items. Keep the packing materials for transpor-
tation in the future.
Please contact TASCAM if any of these items are
missing or have been damaged during transpor-
tation.
Main unit .................................................................... 1
SD Card (inside unit) ..............................................1
AA alkaline batteries .............................................. 4
USB cable (80cm) ....................................................1
Warranty card ........................................................... 1
Owner’s Manual (this manual) ............................1