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    D01175220A DP-006 Digital Multitrack Recorder OWNER'S MANUAL
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    Please record the model number and serial number and retain them for your records. Model number Serial number 88For Canada 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. 2 TASCAM DP-006
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    problems with this product, contact TEAC for a service power-supply WARNING Products with Class construction are equipped with a power supply cord that has a grounding plug. The cord of such a product must be plugged into an AC outlet that has a protective grounding connection. 3 TASCAM DP-006
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    accumulators correctly, you will help save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment. (c) Improper disposal of waste batteries and/ , please contact your city office, waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased them. 4 TASCAM DP-006
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    机种 ：DP-006 铅 汞 镉 六价铬 多溴联苯 品名 (Pb) (Hg) (Cd) (Cr6+) (PBB) (PBDE) 1 CHASSIS 部份 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 2 PCB Assy 部份 × ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 3 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 4 × ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 5 SEAL 部份 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 6 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ SJ/T11363-2006 SJ/T11363-2006 5 TASCAM DP-006
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    panel...31 6 TASCAM DP-006 Rear panel...32 Left side panel...32 Right side panel...33 Bottom panel...33 Home Screen ...34 Menu structure...36 Screen operations...37 4 - Preparations 39 Preparing the power and SD card 39 Inserting an SD card 39 Removing an SD card 39 SD card write-protection
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    song beginning (RTZ function) or the point where recording was last started (LRP function 64 Search backward/ power saving function 77 Restoring preferences to default values 77 Viewing information 78 11 - SD Card Management 79 Overview of partitions 79 Formatting SD cards 79 7 TASCAM DP-006
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    Specifications 98 Media and file systems 98 Inputs and outputs...98 Analog audio input and output 98 Data input and output 98 Audio performance...98 Operating requirements 99 General...99 Backup memory...100 Dimensions...100 Block diagram...101 16 - Commonly-used Functions 102 8 TASCAM DP-006
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    rapid location to specific points (direct location TASCAM if any of these items are missing or have been damaged during transportation. • 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 9 TASCAM DP-006
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    manual. Examples: F2 [EXEC] button, F4 [t] button • SD memory cards are called "SD cards". • Words that appear on the computer display are shown in quotation marks like this: "DP-006 instructions could result in injury, damage to equipment or lost recording data, for example. Trademarks • TASCAM
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    for recording and playback. SD cards that meet SD/SDHC standards and are at least 512 MB can be used with this unit. A list of SD cards that have been confirmed for use with this unit can be found on the TASCAM website (http://tascam.com/). Please check this site or contact TASCAM customer support
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    Do not insert the card backwards or apply unnecessary force. This could damage the slot or card. 2. Insert four AA batteries into the compartment, paying attention to their ¥/^ orientations as shown below. This unit can use alkaline or NiMH batteries. Startup Screen Home Screen 12 TASCAM DP-006
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    song Before the unit is shipped, a demo song is stored on its SD card. We are now going to use basic playback and mixing features with this demo song. 1. Press the HOME button to open the Home Screen. 2. When the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button to open the MENU screen. 13 TASCAM DP-006
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    2 - Quick Start Guides 3. Use the DATA wheel to select (highlight) the SONGitem, and press the demo song loads and the SONGmenu reopens. 6. Press the HOME button to reopen the Home Screen. 14 TASCAM DP-006 TIPS • Press the m [RTZ] button while pressing and holding the Stop (8) button to return to
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    the instructions in the previous section "Playback and mixing" and already connected headphones to this unit, turned it on and loaded an SD card. TIP This example uses the built-in mic for recording vocals, 4. Change the song name as necessary. (See "Editing names" on page 46.) 15 TASCAM DP-006
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    2 - Quick Start Guides 5. Press the F2 [EXEC] button to save the currently loaded song and create the new song. 2. In order to use the built-in MIC A to record the guitar to stereo TRACK 3, use the DATA wheel button to select (highlight) the current input source for IN B(INPUT B). 16 TASCAM DP-006
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    in the previous "Setting the internal mics as input sources" section, signals from MIC A and MIC B will be recorded to TRACK 3. So, in this example, you do not need to change the input source assignment settings to use the internal mics to record the rhythm guitar to TRACK 3. 17 TASCAM DP-006
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    2 - Quick Start Guides Adjusting the input level and monitoring 1. level meters on the display move. 2. Press the TRACK 3 REC button to put the track into recording standby. The REC indicator blinks when in standby. Turn up the MASTER LEVEL knob and the VOLUME indicators to light. 18 TASCAM DP-006
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    Guides Record (0) indicator lights, and the TRACK 3 REC indicator stops blinking and stays lit. TRACK 3 REC indicator 2. When you are done playing, press the Stop (8) button to stop recording. 3. Press the TRACK 3 REC button to end recording standby. The REC indicator becomes unlit. 19 TASCAM DP-006
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    . TIP When connecting an electric-acoustic guitar with a built-in preamp or an active electric guitar, as well as when connecting an electric guitar with effect boxes between it and this unit, set the MIC/LINE-GUITAR switch to MIC/LINE. 20 TASCAM DP-006
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    GUITAR/LINE Mor GUITAR/LINE H. 2 - Quick Start Guides NOTE GUITAR/LINE, GUITAR/LINE Mand GUITAR/LINE Hsettings recording source for TRACK 2. 1. When the recorder is stopped, press the ASSIGN button to open the INPUT ASSIGNscreen. 3. Press the HOME button to reopen the Home Screen. 21 TASCAM DP-006
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    of the song (00h00m00s00f ), press the Play (7) button to play back the recorded TRACK 3. Play the lead guitar part along with the already recorded rhythm guitar. You can hear the sound of the guitar being input along with the TRACK 3 playback sound through the headphones. 22 TASCAM DP-006
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    Start Guides 7. As necessary, use the INPUT A LEVEL, TRACK 3 LEVEL and PAN [BAL] knobs and MASTER LEVEL knob, along with the VOLUME dial on the left side of the unit to adjust the monitoring levels and balance. Recording cause the INPUT A OL indicator to light. OL indicator 23 TASCAM DP-006
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    Quick Start Guides When Record (0) indicator lights red and the TRACK 1 REC indicator stops blinking and stays lit. 8. When you are done singing, press the Stop (8) button to stop recording. 9. Press the TRACK 1 REC button to turn off the REC indicator (ending recording standby). 24 TASCAM DP-006
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    recording, the next step is to mix down the tracks and make a stereo master track. 1. Use the TRACK 1-3 LEVEL knobs to adjust the levels of the tracks and the balance between them. Use the MASTER LEVEL knob to adjust the overall level. 2 - Quick Start Guides the stereo master track. 25 TASCAM DP-006
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    Guides 5. Set the OUT point. Press the F4 [OUT] button at the point where you want to end the stereo master track. A SET OUT!pop-up message appears. 7. When the recorder is stopped, press the REC MODE button to open the RECORDER the Stop (8) button to stop playback of the song. 26 TASCAM DP-006
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    apart, a Trk Too Shortpop-up message will appear and you will not be able to change the unit to master recording mode. • You can use the LEVEL knobs to adjust the track and overall levels as you record the master track. 2. Use the DATA wheel to select (highlight) MASTER PLAY. 27 TASCAM DP-006
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    Guides instructions about power cord, for example, to turn the power OFF. If you do so, the unit cannot shut down properly and all recording data and settings that had been made since the last shutdown or song saving operation will be lost. Lost data and settings cannot be restored. 28 TASCAM DP-006
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    power is on. 2 recording level when bouncing tracks, mixing down and mastering. 8 Display This shows various information. 9 INPUT SETTING button Press this button to open the INPUT SETTINGscreen where you can set input sources. (See "Selecting the input source" on page 51.) 29 TASCAM DP-006
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    the bottom of the display screen. NOTE In this manual, the four function buttons are referred to as F1, F2, F3 and F4 in order from the left. t MENU button Press to open the MENUscreen. (See "Menu structure" on page 36.) 30 TASCAM DP-006 y HOME button Press to open the the Home Screen
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    . If you press this button when any of the track REC indicators is lit, or during playback, recording will begin (punch in). (See "Punching in and out" on page 61.) 3 - Names and functions of parts the input source for INPUT B (INT.MIC A-Low, INT.MIC A-Mid or INT.MIC A-High). 31 TASCAM DP-006
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    as well as when connecting an electric guitar with effect boxes between it and this unit, set the MIC power ON, always turn it in the direction of the arrow until it stops to minimize the volume. Sudden bursts of loud sounds can cause hearing damage and speaker damage, for example. 32 TASCAM DP-006
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    song files. (See "Connecting with a computer" on page 84.) z DC IN 5V connector Connect a dedicated power adaptor (PS-P520, sold separately). x Battery compartment cover c Tripod screw thread (1/4-inch) Use this to mount possible. In such cases, use a commercially-available adapter. 33 TASCAM DP-006
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    v Battery compartment The batteries (four AA) that power the unit are inserted here. The SD card slot is in the back of the compartment. b SD card slot Insert SD cards into this slot. 34 TASCAM DP-006 1 Recorder mode Shows the current recorder mode. Indication MULTI TRACK BOUNCE MASTER REC MASTER
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    battery icon shows the amount of power remaining in bars ( , , ). When the batteries are almost dead and the power will soon turn off, an icon Level meter guide This guideline for adjusting input and output levels indicates -12 dB. 8 Recorder time counter Shows /LINE OUT connector. 35 TASCAM DP-006
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    and creating new ones. page 45 Format SD cards, etc. page 79 Set the track type repeat playback page 44 interval, and auto power save settings and initialize the backup memory, Assign INPUT A or B to a track as its recording source. Repeat playback between the set IN and OUT points TASCAM DP-006
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    that might access the SD card. If you try to open one of these screens, a Not Stopped(the recorder is not stopped) pop-up message will appear. Function buttons The currently assigned function of each button is shown above it at the bottom of the screen. In this manual, for convenience, we refer
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    the F2 [EXEC] button to clone the track using the settings that you made. 0 To return to the Home Screen, press the HOME button. 38 TASCAM DP-006
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    recordings and settings made since the last power off and song save to be lost. This data cannot be recovered. • SD cards that meet SD/SDHC standards and are at least 512 MB can be used with this unit. • A list of SD cards that have been confirmed for use with this unit can be found on the TASCAM
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    ). Using any other AC adaptor could cause malfunction, fire or electric shock. • This unit can be powered by batteries or an AC adaptor. Power cannot be supplied to this unit over USB. NOTE The adapter powers the unit if the adapter is connected even if batteries are installed. 40 TASCAM DP-006
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    . We recommend that you also save the data manually often. • When the power is turned OFF (put in standby mode), the operation history of the currently loaded song will be completely erased. You will not be able to undo or redo past song operations when you turn the power back ON. 41 TASCAM DP-006
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    the F4 [NO] button. • Depending on the SD card capacity, the partition setting can be changed in some cases. To do so, set the partition size using the FORMATitem in the CARDmenu before formatting. (See "9 - Mixdown and mastering" on page 72.) 42 TASCAM DP-006 Recorder modes This unit has four
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    NOTE Before outputting sound, use the VOLUME dial of any external monitoring system (powered monitor speakers or an amplifier and speakers) connected to the unit. Failure to do so could cause loud noises that might harm your hearing. Keyboard to INPUT A/B Guitar/bass to INPUT A 43 TASCAM DP-006
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    PREFERENCEitem, and press the F4 [t] button to open the PREFERENCEscreen. Mini-B USB plug Computer USB NOTE • Recorder functions cannot be used when connected to a computer by USB. • This unit can only be connected to setting, press the HOME button to return to the Home Screen. 44 TASCAM DP-006
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    and creation, as well as various song management functions. Partitions and songs This unit uses SD cards to record songs. SD cards formatted by the unit are divided into two (or more) partitions. This unit uses changing partitions. It then loads the last used song on that partition. 45 TASCAM DP-006
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    to load the song that you want from the active partition. 1. When the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button to open the MENU screen. 2. Use the F4 [DEL] button to delete the character at the cursor position. 46 TASCAM DP-006 A list of the songs on the active MTR partition is shown. The
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    to that point). You can also save a song at any time using the following procedures. 1. When the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button to open the MENU screen. 2. Use the DATA wheel to select (highlight SONGmenu screen reopens. 5. Press the HOME button to open the Home Screen. 47 TASCAM DP-006
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    of the INFORMATIONscreen, which shows the name and remaining recording time of the current song. NOTE The INFORMATIONscreen has four pages, including SONG(1/4), CARD (2/4), SYSTEM(3/4) and F/W(4/4). Use the F3 [PREV] is selected as a copy source and a check appears in the checkbox. 48 TASCAM DP-006
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    erase multiple songs at once. You might want to erase unneeded songs if the SD card starts to run out of open space. 1. When the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button to open the MENU screen. 2. Use the a ✔ from the checkbox, press the F4 [✔] button while the song is selected. 49 TASCAM DP-006
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    the SONG PROTECTscreen where you can turn song protection ONand OFF. 50 TASCAM DP-006 4. Use the DATA wheel to set the PROTECTitem to ON, and protected songs. • If you try to execute a prohibited operation (edit, record, erase) on a protected song, pop-up message Song Protectedappears and the
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    jack. Set the MIC/LINE-GUITAR switch on the left side of the unit to GUITAR. 1. When the recorder is stopped, press the INPUT SETTING button to open the INPUT SETTINGscreen. Use the IN Aand IN Bitems to After making the setting, press the HOME button to return to the Home Screen. 51 TASCAM DP-006
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    can be set for the INPUT A/B signals. 1. When the recorder is stopped, press the INPUT SETTING button to open the INPUT SETTINGscreen active electric guitar, as well as when connecting an electric guitar with effect boxes between it and this unit, set the MIC/LINE-GUITAR switch . 52 TASCAM DP-006
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    you cannot hear anything when you are monitoring with headphones or an external monitoring system (powered monitor speakers or an amplifier and speakers). In this case, something other than this unit that has the built-in mic as its recording source, the input sound cannot be heard. 53 TASCAM DP-006
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    power is turned OFF (put into standby). Moreover, assignment settings are loaded when songs are loaded. This unit can simultaneously record a maximum of two tracks. You can also record . 1. When the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button to open the MENU screen. 54 TASCAM DP-006 3. Use the F3
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    . TIP You can record to track 1 and track 2 separately and then clone (copy) them together as a stereo pair to the left and right channels of track 3 or 4. In this way, you can record their left and right channels separately. (See "CLONE TRACK (track duplication)" on page 69.) 55 TASCAM DP-006
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    input as the recording source for a track and connect headphones or an external monitoring system (powered monitor speakers or an amplifier and speakers). 1. Press the REC button of a track to put it into recording standby. Its level on the signal source connected to the input. 56 TASCAM DP-006
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    the VOLUME dial on the left side of the unit or the volume control of the external monitoring system (powered monitor speakers or an amplifier and speakers) to set the final monitoring volume. NOTE • The TRACK 1/2 PAN in this chapter to assign input sources to tracks for recording. 57 TASCAM DP-006
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    editing and recording operations. This unit has two types of undo functions. Single undo can be used with a simple button press, while multi-undo allows you to return to and undo a specific past operation. REDO indicator remains lit because further redo operations are possible. 58 TASCAM DP-006
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    more undone operations, the UN/REDO indicator lights. 6 - Basic Recording The UN/REDO indicator does not light if there are no undone power is turned OFF (in standby) the operation history is completely erased. The operation history is not restored when the power is turned ON again. 59 TASCAM DP-006
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    Recording Erasing the operation history When the power is turned OFF(in standby), the operation history of the currently loaded song is erased (cleared). The operation history is not restored, so past operations cannot be undone or redone when the power pop-up message appears. 60 TASCAM DP-006
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    bounce), or bounce tracks 1-4 as a mono mix to track 1 (mono bounce). Track 1 Drum L Track 2 Drum R Track 3 Bass Track 4 Guitar Tracks 1-4 are mixed down to stereo and bounced to tracks 1-2 mixdown is made to create a stereo master track that is recorded to the designated tracks. 61 TASCAM DP-006
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    can record an additional performance to the bounce destination track(s) while monitoring the mix that is being bounced to them. In other words, you can overdub as you bounce. NOTE When the recorder is in BOUNCEmode, BOUNCEappears highlighted at the upper left of the Home Screen. 62 TASCAM DP-006
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    create a mono bounce. 6. After locating to the point where the bounce will start, while pressing and holding the Record (0) button, press the Play (7) button, press the Play (7) button to bounce the track. Press the Stop on page 48.) (See "Connecting with a computer" on page 84.) 63 TASCAM DP-006
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    Screen in "hours: minutes: seconds: frames" (30 frames per second). You can move the current recorder position to a specific time by inputting it here. 1. On the Home Screen, use the HOME button to move the forward. During playback, the search backward/forward speed is fixed at 10x. 64 TASCAM DP-006
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    as the start and end points when making stereo master tracks. You can set these points when recording, playing back and stopped. NOTE In the following cases, IN and OUT points cannot be captured or edited. Use the DATA wheel to change the value at the cursor position (underlined). 65 TASCAM DP-006
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    7 - Recorder Functions 3. When finished editing, press the HOME button to return to the Home Screen. Using repeat playback 1. Set the starting (IN) between 0.5secand 9.9sec(in 0.1-second increments). 4. After making the setting, press the HOME button to return to the Home Screen. 66 TASCAM DP-006
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    and OUT points used for repeat playback. For instructions about how to set IN and OUT points, recorder is stopped, press the MENU button to open the MENU screen. 2. Use the DATA wheel to select (highlight) the TRACK EDITitem, and press the F4 [t] button to open the TRACK EDITscreen. 67 TASCAM DP-006
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    Track pair Tracks 3 and 4 selected All tracks Stereo master track Tracks 1-4 and stereo master track Example of SOURCE TRKitem Example of CLEAN OUT TRKitem 68 TASCAM DP-006
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    when it is necessary to define a part of a recording for editing. However, you cannot change the IN and different track (or tracks). This copies the entire track, so the IN and OUT points have no effect. The parameters that can be set are as follows. • SOURCE TRK (1, 2, 3, 4, 1/2, 69 TASCAM DP-006
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    the same effect as recording a silent signal between the IN and OUT points. This operation does not change the track length. The parameters that can be set are as follows. • SILENCE TRK (1, 2, 3, 4, 1/2, 3/4, 1-4) TIP This function can be used to remove short noises, for example. 70 TASCAM DP-006
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    the OUT point. As a result, the length of the track becomes longer. The parameters that can be set are as follows. • OPEN TRK (1, 2, 3, 4, 1/2, 3/4, 1-4, ALL) 71 TASCAM DP-006
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    and exported to a computer where the sound can be processed further or combined with other recordings. (See "Exporting stereo master tracks" on page 92.) NOTE Only one stereo master track. 1. When the recorder is stopped, press the REC MODE button to open the RECORDER MODEscreen. 72 TASCAM DP-006
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    of a stereo master track. So, after re-recording the stereo master track several times, you can go back and choose one that was previously recorded. 6. Press the REC MODE button to open the RECORDER MODEscreen, and use the DATA wheel to return the recorder to MULTI TRACKmode. 73 TASCAM DP-006
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    (track duplication)" on page 69.) NOTE • When the recorder is in MASTER PLAYmode, MASTER PLAYappears highlighted at the top left of the Home Screen. • If there is no stereo master track, a No Master Trkpop-up message will appear and the recorder mode will not change to MASTER PLAY. 74 TASCAM DP-006
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    to provide a click when making the first recording of, for example, a rhythm guitar or bass part. • If you want to use the metronome when practicing, you can either play a song that does not have any recordings or turn the TRACK LEVEL knobs all the way down during playback. 75 TASCAM DP-006
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    INT.MIC A-Highon the INPUT SETTINGscreen. 3. Press the HOME button to show the Home Screen. 4. When the recorder is stopped, press the F1 [TUNER] button to open the TUNER screen. The Calibration(standard frequency) item is A) assigned to it. (See "Assigning inputs" on page 54.) 76 TASCAM DP-006
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    - Miscellaneous Functions Automatic power saving function You can set the amount of time until the unit automatically turns OFF (enters standby) after its last activity or operation. 1. When the recorder is stopped, press , press the HOME button to return to the Home Screen. 77 TASCAM DP-006
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    loaded song), the SD card, the system and the firmware. 1. When the recorder is stopped, CARD (2/4) page MTR partitions and capacities, FAT partition capacity SYSTEM (3/4) page Repeat playback interval, automatic power recording time are shown F/W (4/4) page system firmware version 78 TASCAM DP-006
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    of the MTR partition on cards 4 GB or smaller is also fixed, but cards that are 8 GB or larger have multiple MTR partitions and their sizes can be chosen. However, the last MTR partition is set to fill the remaining space on the card automatically, so its size cannot be chosen. 79 TASCAM DP-006
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    is actually 1024 MB, the total size of the partitions does not always match the SD card size.) NOTE • When formatting finishes the CARDmenu screen reopens. • After formatting, one song is automatically created in each MTR partition. • To cancel formatting, press the F4 [NO] button. 80 TASCAM DP-006
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    11 - SD Card Management Reformatting MTR partitions You can reformat any MTR partition if you want. Use this function when you just want to format a specific partition without changing its size. CAUTION You The currently selected MTR partition has an asterisk (*) on its right. 81 TASCAM DP-006
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    4. Press the F3 [YES] button to initialize the entire SD card and format it in FAT32 format. NOTE To cancel initialization, press the F4 [NO] button. CAUTION After initializing an SD card, it must be formatted again to be used with this unit. (See "Formatting SD cards" on page 79.) 82 TASCAM DP-006
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    it. In this way, files can be freely exchanged between DP-006 units, making it easy to add additional recordings or mix existing recordings in a different location. CAUTION Instead of using the USB connection, if you want to remove an SD card from this unit and back-up its data by connecting it
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    on the computer to view the "BACKUP", "WAVE " and "UTILITY" folders in the FAT partition of the DP-006. CAUTION • This unit receives power from batteries or a TASCAM PS-P520 AC adaptor. It cannot be powered over USB. • Do not make a USB connection when the remaining battery level is low. If the
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    , or Windows 7 operating systems. A PC card icon and arrow appear in the taskbar (usually at the bottom right of the screen). Disconnecting from Mac OS X 1. Drag the "DP-006" icon that represents this unit to the Trash writing) files on the unit, and then try the operation again. 85 TASCAM DP-006
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    that you want to backup is selected. (See "Selecting the active partition" on page 45.) 1. When the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button to open the MENU screen. 2. Use the DATA wheel to select (highlight) files on the partition using the computer to make enough open space. 86 TASCAM DP-006
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    (highlight) the SONG RESTOREitem, and press the F4 [t] button to open the SONG RESTOREscreen. This screen shows the backup files on the FAT partition. 87 TASCAM DP-006
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    selected in step 7 is restored and loaded. NOTE If there is not enough open space on the SD card, a Card Fullpop-up message appears. 9. Press the HOME button to reopen the Home Screen. Track import and unit restarts automatically, press the MENU button to open the MENU screen. 88 TASCAM DP-006
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    files on the FAT partition are shown. NOTE • This unit does not support WAV files with sampling frequencies other than 44.1 kHz. Such files are at the start of the song (00h00m00s00f). In the same way as other recording tracks, you can edit the track that has received the imported file. TASCAM DP-006
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    can export the tracks that you want as 16-bit, 44.1kHz mono and stereo WAV files. 1. When the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button to open the MENU screen. 2. Use the DATA wheel to select (highlight) the F4 [4] button. You can tell the original track number by the file name. 90 TASCAM DP-006
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    "Connecting with a computer" on page 84.) 9. Use the computer to copy track files from the WAVE folder on the FAT partition to the computer. 91 TASCAM DP-006
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    that you have already created a stereo master track for it. 1. When the recorder is stopped, press the MENU button to open the MENU screen. 2. Use Foundwarning pop-up message appears if there is no stereo master track. 92 TASCAM DP-006 Press the F3 [YES] button to overwrite the old file. Press the
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    Troubleshooting sound I'm recording sound power amplifier or other device that uses a large transformer, a fluorescent light or something similar nearby, you might be able to reduce the noise by changing the distance and orientation of this unit in relation to such equipment. 93 TASCAM DP-006
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    ones or use a TASCAM PS-P520 AC adapter (sold separately). The SD card is full during recording. Export or delete unneeded data to make room on the card or use a different SD card. There is no recorded data for the export that cannot be done while in MASTER RECor MASTER PLAYmode. 94 TASCAM DP-006
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    export a stereo master track from a song that does not have one recorded. (See "Exporting stereo master tracks" on page 92.) Create a songs (See "Erasing songs" on page 49.) or format the SD card (See "Formatting SD cards" on page 79.), for example, to make more space available 95 TASCAM DP-006
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    again. The track is too short. This appears if you try to change the recorder to master recording mode when the IN and OUT points are less than four seconds apart. Set the IN and OUT points at least four seconds apart. (See "Setting IN and OUT points" on page 65.) 96 TASCAM DP-006
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    turning the unit off and then on again,which may increas the open work memory. If any of these errors occur, turn the the unit power OFF and restart it. If these error message continue to appear, please contact the nearest retailer or TASCAM representative. 97 TASCAM DP-006
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    15 - Specifications Media and file systems Recording media SD card (512 MB-2 GB) SDHC card (4 GB-32 GB) File system MTR partition: TASCAM original FAT level: −10dBV Maximum input level: +6dBV Headroom: 16dB 98 TASCAM DP-006 Built-in microphones Omnidirectional x2 /LINE OUT jack Connector: 3.5mm
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    Using line input and recording Using headphones and playing back (JEITA standards used for recording and playback) Dimensions (W x H x D) (including protrusions) 155 x 41.5 x 107mm 8.70 x 1.63 x 4.98in. Weight (w/o batteries) 360g / 0.79lbs Operating temperature range 5-35°C 99 TASCAM DP-006
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    PREFERENCEscreen items o Repeat Int o Auto Pwr Save o Contrast Dimensions NN NN NN • Illustrations and other depictions may differ in part from the actual product. • Specifications and external appearance may be changed without notification to improve the product. 100 TASCAM DP-006
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    Block diagram 15 - Specifications TASCAM DP-006 101
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    used Functions This section is a brief guide to some operations on the DP-006 which may not be immediately obvious from " on page 76 "Viewing song information" on page 48 "Initializing SD cards" on page 82 "Formatting SD cards" on page 79 "Creating a new song" on page 47 " 50 102 TASCAM DP-006
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    the metronome Find out how much time is left for recording Playback a created stereo master track Use the built-in mic Record a guitar Monitor the input signal in mono (or (repeat interval)" on page 66 "Automatic power saving function" on page 77 "Adjusting the contrast" on page 44 TASCAM DP-006 103
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    DP-006 User registration Customers in the USA, please visit the TASCAM website (http://tascam.com/) to register as a user online. TEAC CORPORATION Phone: +81-42-356-9143 1-47 Ochiai, Tama-shi, Tokyo 206-8530 Japan TEAC AMERICA, INC. Phone: +1-
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OWNER’S MANUAL
D01175220A
DP-006
Digital Multitrack Recorder