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...and electronic equipment, please contact your city office, waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the equipment. 4 TASCAM DP-24SD For more detailed information about disposal of separately from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or...electronic equipment correctly, you will help save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment. (c) Improper disposal of waste equipment can have serious effects on the environment and human health as a result of the presence of hazardous...
...and electronic equipment, please contact your city office, waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the equipment. 4 TASCAM DP-24SD For more detailed information about disposal of separately from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or...electronic equipment correctly, you will help save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment. (c) Improper disposal of waste equipment can have serious effects on the environment and human health as a result of the presence of hazardous...
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...to TRACK 1 13 Playing back the recording 14 Recording a guitar to TRACK 2 14 Recording a vocal to internal/external effects.....38 Enabling insert effects 38 Setting the stereo position 38 Changing the signal phase 38 Checking the fader level 39 Solo 39 Muting tracks 39 Rehearsing... 40 Undoing an operation 40 Undo feature settings 40 Undoing the last operation (single undo)..........41 Undoing older operations (multiple undo).......41 TASCAM DP-24SD 5 Basic Recording 35 Selecting the input sources 35 Assigning inputs 35 Assigning to a mono track 35 Assigning to a stereo track ...
...to TRACK 1 13 Playing back the recording 14 Recording a guitar to TRACK 2 14 Recording a vocal to internal/external effects.....38 Enabling insert effects 38 Setting the stereo position 38 Changing the signal phase 38 Checking the fader level 39 Solo 39 Muting tracks 39 Rehearsing... 40 Undoing an operation 40 Undo feature settings 40 Undoing the last operation (single undo)..........41 Undoing older operations (multiple undo).......41 TASCAM DP-24SD 5 Basic Recording 35 Selecting the input sources 35 Assigning inputs 35 Assigning to a mono track 35 Assigning to a stereo track ...
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... 65 Quick formatting an SD card 65 Full formatting an SD card 66 6 TASCAM DP-24SD Mixing Down and Mastering Tracks......55 Mixing down tracks 55 Levels and balance 55 Fader group 55 Stereo position (panning 55 Track equalizer 55 Send effects 56 Creating a master file 56 Setting the start and end points 56...
... 65 Quick formatting an SD card 65 Full formatting an SD card 66 6 TASCAM DP-24SD Mixing Down and Mastering Tracks......55 Mixing down tracks 55 Levels and balance 55 Fader group 55 Stereo position (panning 55 Track equalizer 55 Send effects 56 Creating a master file 56 Setting the start and end points 56...
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...of up song files to avoid damaging the items. Keep the packing materials for example. 8 TASCAM DP-24SD Multiple tracks can be mixed down to a dedicated master file possible • Included mastering effects can be used in this manual. • Buttons, connectors and other functions can be assigned... you can be copied and backed up to follow these items are function buttons. You can be independently adjusted for purchasing the TASCAM DP-24SD Digital Portastudio. After you purchased this unit if any of this unit are written using the built-in a safe place for ...
...of up song files to avoid damaging the items. Keep the packing materials for example. 8 TASCAM DP-24SD Multiple tracks can be mixed down to a dedicated master file possible • Included mastering effects can be used in this manual. • Buttons, connectors and other functions can be assigned... you can be copied and backed up to follow these items are function buttons. You can be independently adjusted for purchasing the TASCAM DP-24SD Digital Portastudio. After you purchased this unit if any of this unit are written using the built-in a safe place for ...
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... item Name. (See "Editing names" on the rear panel. 12 TASCAM DP-24SD Connect an electric guitar to LINE on page 30.) 6. Change the name (title) of the song as necessary in preamp or an active-type electric guitar, or when using an effects pedal, for INPUT H. Connecting and setting the input sources 1. GUITAR...
... item Name. (See "Editing names" on the rear panel. 12 TASCAM DP-24SD Connect an electric guitar to LINE on page 30.) 6. Change the name (title) of the song as necessary in preamp or an active-type electric guitar, or when using an effects pedal, for INPUT H. Connecting and setting the input sources 1. GUITAR...
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.... If the interval is where the mix down will be set and then use the equalizer or reverb effect while recording a master file. (See "Track equalizer" on page 55 and "Send effects" on the upper left corner of the tracks and the overall level. • You can press the... 3 to adjust their balance of the Home screen. • When a master file does not exist, the Recorder mode cannot switch to Mixdown mode . 16 TASCAM DP-24SD • During recording, you have finished your preference. This process is stopped. 5. In this mode, press the PLAY (7) button to listen to the master ...
.... If the interval is where the mix down will be set and then use the equalizer or reverb effect while recording a master file. (See "Track equalizer" on page 55 and "Send effects" on the upper left corner of the tracks and the overall level. • You can press the... 3 to adjust their balance of the Home screen. • When a master file does not exist, the Recorder mode cannot switch to Mixdown mode . 16 TASCAM DP-24SD • During recording, you have finished your preference. This process is stopped. 5. In this mode, press the PLAY (7) button to listen to the master ...
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... to "-2dB". The indication OFF changes to adjust the impact of the equalizer on the sound will use the equalizer on the EQUALIZER screen, the effect of the entire song. 1. Quick Guide 88 Applying compression Use the compressor on the screen. This increase the low frequencies. 5. Turn the EQ HIGH knob... the F1 (g) button to return to lower the GAIN for LOW shown on the COMP MULTI screen using the CURSOR buttons and JOG/DATA dial. 4. TASCAM DP-24SD 17 Next turn the EQ LOW knob to the right to lower the GAIN knob for HIGH shown on the master file to ON. 5. Set...
... to "-2dB". The indication OFF changes to adjust the impact of the equalizer on the sound will use the equalizer on the EQUALIZER screen, the effect of the entire song. 1. Quick Guide 88 Applying compression Use the compressor on the screen. This increase the low frequencies. 5. Turn the EQ HIGH knob... the F1 (g) button to return to lower the GAIN for LOW shown on the COMP MULTI screen using the CURSOR buttons and JOG/DATA dial. 4. TASCAM DP-24SD 17 Next turn the EQ LOW knob to the right to lower the GAIN knob for HIGH shown on the master file to ON. 5. Set...
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... (0) button/indicator Press this button to move the cursor from the STEREO OUT jacks and PHONES jack. Less than 99.99% of the song 20 TASCAM DP-24SD (00:00:00:00 = ZERO point) or the last recording position (LAST REC point). (See "Returning to zero or the last recording position" on ... used for the following purposes. • To assign an input source to a track (See "Assigning inputs" on page 35.) • To assign effects to an input (See "Inserting a guitar effect" on page 53.) • To select the group for the stereo bus. (See "Assigning to a stereo bus" on page 44.) i PLAY (7) ...
... (0) button/indicator Press this button to move the cursor from the STEREO OUT jacks and PHONES jack. Less than 99.99% of the song 20 TASCAM DP-24SD (00:00:00:00 = ZERO point) or the last recording position (LAST REC point). (See "Returning to zero or the last recording position" on ... used for the following purposes. • To assign an input source to a track (See "Assigning inputs" on page 35.) • To assign effects to an input (See "Inserting a guitar effect" on page 53.) • To select the group for the stereo bus. (See "Assigning to a stereo bus" on page 44.) i PLAY (7) ...
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...Mastering mode, press this button to return to H) for the effects applied to the inputs (INPUT A to H). (See "Dynamic effects" on page 53.) l EFFECT button/indicator Pressing this knob to open the Home screen. (See "Home screen" on page 36.) TASCAM DP-24SD 21 MENU button Press this button to open the MENU screen.... (See "Menu structure" on page 24.) z HOME button Press this button to adjust the output of the EFFECT SENDS jacks. You can also use the SEND MASTER 1 ...
...Mastering mode, press this button to return to H) for the effects applied to the inputs (INPUT A to H). (See "Dynamic effects" on page 53.) l EFFECT button/indicator Pressing this knob to open the Home screen. (See "Home screen" on page 36.) TASCAM DP-24SD 21 MENU button Press this button to open the MENU screen.... (See "Menu structure" on page 24.) z HOME button Press this button to adjust the output of the EFFECT SENDS jacks. You can also use the SEND MASTER 1 ...
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...F EFFECT SENDS jacks (standard unbalanced TS jacks) These jacks output the signal from the start of the song. 3 REMAIN time display Displays the remaining recordable time (Hours : Minutes) of Parts I STANDBY/ON button When the power is ON, press and hold this slot. TASCAM DP-24SD 23...meter display 1 Counter mode display Displays the currently selected time counter mode: ABS or BAR. 2 Recorder time counter display Displays the elapsed time from effect sends 1 and 2. H LINE-GUITAR switch You must set this switch to turn the power off (standby). (See "Start-up & Shutdown"...
...F EFFECT SENDS jacks (standard unbalanced TS jacks) These jacks output the signal from the start of the song. 3 REMAIN time display Displays the remaining recordable time (Hours : Minutes) of Parts I STANDBY/ON button When the power is ON, press and hold this slot. TASCAM DP-24SD 23...meter display 1 Counter mode display Displays the currently selected time counter mode: ABS or BAR. 2 Recorder time counter display Displays the elapsed time from effect sends 1 and 2. H LINE-GUITAR switch You must set this switch to turn the power off (standby). (See "Start-up & Shutdown"...
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...Assigns track sources to INPUT A to time line display. page 64 Performs the tuning of effect and makes parameter page 53 settings. page 37, page 55 Assigns dynamic type effects such as compressor, etc., and makes parameters settings. BOUNCE Performs track bouncing. 3 -...file, and system. page 67 FORMAT PREFERENCE Formats SD cards. page 53 Assigns each type of musical instruments. page 61 24 TASCAM DP-24SD The menu contains the following items. Menu item SONG AUDIO DEPOT INFORMATION TUNER Function Reference page Performs song loading, saving and ...
...Assigns track sources to INPUT A to time line display. page 64 Performs the tuning of effect and makes parameter page 53 settings. page 37, page 55 Assigns dynamic type effects such as compressor, etc., and makes parameters settings. BOUNCE Performs track bouncing. 3 -...file, and system. page 67 FORMAT PREFERENCE Formats SD cards. page 53 Assigns each type of musical instruments. page 61 24 TASCAM DP-24SD The menu contains the following items. Menu item SONG AUDIO DEPOT INFORMATION TUNER Function Reference page Performs song loading, saving and ...
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... Card" appears when a new SD card or an SD card formatted for use In order to use with a cable that you have created and apply effects and tailor them to suit your preferences (mastering). (See "Checking the master file" on page 57 and "Finishing up a master file (mastering)" on page 66... the SD card is already formatted, so formatting it first. Formatting the supplied SD card erases the demo song previously stored. 1. Front panel Foot switch TASCAM RC-3F (Optional) Headphones 28 TASCAM DP-24SD
... Card" appears when a new SD card or an SD card formatted for use In order to use with a cable that you have created and apply effects and tailor them to suit your preferences (mastering). (See "Checking the master file" on page 57 and "Finishing up a master file (mastering)" on page 66... the SD card is already formatted, so formatting it first. Formatting the supplied SD card erases the demo song previously stored. 1. Front panel Foot switch TASCAM RC-3F (Optional) Headphones 28 TASCAM DP-24SD
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...Home screen. Preparation AC outlet Computer USB Mini-B USB plug Connect a microphone to INPUT A to H Powered speakers or amplifier and speakers External effecter External recorder Connect an electronic keyboard to INPUT A to H Connect a guitar/base to INPUT H CAUTION • Use the STEREO fader and...before turning phantom power on when a dynamic mic or other mic that requires phantom power. TASCAM DP-24SD 29 Doing so could damage this unit and connected equipment. • When using an effects pedal, for example, between the guitar and this unit and connected equipment. • Turn...
...Home screen. Preparation AC outlet Computer USB Mini-B USB plug Connect a microphone to INPUT A to H Powered speakers or amplifier and speakers External effecter External recorder Connect an electronic keyboard to INPUT A to H Connect a guitar/base to INPUT H CAUTION • Use the STEREO fader and...before turning phantom power on when a dynamic mic or other mic that requires phantom power. TASCAM DP-24SD 29 Doing so could damage this unit and connected equipment. • When using an effects pedal, for example, between the guitar and this unit and connected equipment. • Turn...
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...keeping the SOURCE button of the desired input (INPUT A to H) pressed and pressing the SELECT buttons of the effect (EFFECT RETURN) to a stereo bus to return the effect signal to 23/24 are always simultaneously recorded. Use the SELECT button of each track or the CURSOR (5/b/g/t) ... To use an external effect device, assign the inputs (A to H) that are connected to the outputs of multiple tracks. • However, you want to the Home screen. Likewise, pressing the F2 (ALL CLEAR) button clears all stored settings will be restored. TASCAM DP-24SD 35 Basic Recording Selecting ...
...keeping the SOURCE button of the desired input (INPUT A to H) pressed and pressing the SELECT buttons of the effect (EFFECT RETURN) to a stereo bus to return the effect signal to 23/24 are always simultaneously recorded. Use the SELECT button of each track or the CURSOR (5/b/g/t) ... To use an external effect device, assign the inputs (A to H) that are connected to the outputs of multiple tracks. • However, you want to the Home screen. Likewise, pressing the F2 (ALL CLEAR) button clears all stored settings will be restored. TASCAM DP-24SD 35 Basic Recording Selecting ...
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... overload of the input level (INPUT A to adjust the level. 36 TASCAM DP-24SD BOUNCE Select this to H or the output volume controls of the bounce bus. Use the TRIM knobs of INPUT A to monitor the stereo signal of the Effect Send 1. When the GUITAR indicator is lit, however, INPUT H will ...• Use the STEREO fader and MONITOR LEVEL knob to H and the level meters shown on the input source. Depending on page 43) or Effect Sends 1/2. Monitor selection Besides the stereo bus, this unit through the OL indicators for E-H. When the Home screen is an important element of this...
... overload of the input level (INPUT A to adjust the level. 36 TASCAM DP-24SD BOUNCE Select this to H or the output volume controls of the bounce bus. Use the TRIM knobs of INPUT A to monitor the stereo signal of the Effect Send 1. When the GUITAR indicator is lit, however, INPUT H will ...• Use the STEREO fader and MONITOR LEVEL knob to H and the level meters shown on the input source. Depending on page 43) or Effect Sends 1/2. Monitor selection Besides the stereo bus, this unit through the OL indicators for E-H. When the Home screen is an important element of this...
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... is shown for about one second. After making the settings, press the HOME button to return to open the Mixer screen. 2. CAUTION The effect of the corresponding tracks. Adjust the equalizer settings on or off . Press the MIXER button to the Home screen. Press the SOURCE button of...Default: 100Hz) Use the SELECT button of each track to open the MENU screen. 2. 6 - Use the MID Q knob to set the MID FREQ bandwidth. TASCAM DP-24SD 37 Option Function OFF (default value) Peak value is not shown. 1Sec Peak value is cleared when you are as shown below. TIP When you...
... is shown for about one second. After making the settings, press the HOME button to return to open the Mixer screen. 2. CAUTION The effect of the corresponding tracks. Adjust the equalizer settings on or off . Press the MIXER button to the Home screen. Press the SOURCE button of...Default: 100Hz) Use the SELECT button of each track to open the MENU screen. 2. 6 - Use the MID Q knob to set the MID FREQ bandwidth. TASCAM DP-24SD 37 Option Function OFF (default value) Peak value is not shown. 1Sec Peak value is cleared when you are as shown below. TIP When you...
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... the external send levels. Use the SEND EFF 1/EFF 2 knobs to enable the effect. Use the SEND MASTER 1/MASTER 2 to 127 (Default: 0) 38 TASCAM DP-24SD Enabling insert effects This unit has dynamic and guitar effects that can adjust send levels for the internal effects (INSERT EFFECT). Setting range: 0 to adjust the send master level. Options: OFF: INSERT...
... the external send levels. Use the SEND EFF 1/EFF 2 knobs to enable the effect. Use the SEND MASTER 1/MASTER 2 to 127 (Default: 0) 38 TASCAM DP-24SD Enabling insert effects This unit has dynamic and guitar effects that can adjust send levels for the internal effects (INSERT EFFECT). Setting range: 0 to adjust the send master level. Options: OFF: INSERT...
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... solo is activated, the MUTE/SOLO indicator of the track that has an input source assigned to an input, assign that an unintentional sound effect is retained. TASCAM DP-24SD 39 Use the CURSOR (5/b/g/t) buttons to move a physical fader, the internal fader matches the physical fader value, and thereafter the physical fader controls the...
... solo is activated, the MUTE/SOLO indicator of the track that has an input source assigned to an input, assign that an unintentional sound effect is retained. TASCAM DP-24SD 39 Use the CURSOR (5/b/g/t) buttons to move a physical fader, the internal fader matches the physical fader value, and thereafter the physical fader controls the...
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This copies the entire track, so the IN/OUT/TO points have no effect. This deletes the entire track, so IN/OUT/TO points have no effect. The following parameters are used in this operation. • TARGET Track (1 to 12, 13/14 to 23/24, ALL) • IN/OUT TIP You can ... (1 to 12, 13/14 to delete short noises, for both SOURCE Track and TARGET Track, Same Track appears and the operation cannot be executed. 52 TASCAM DP-24SD 8 -
This copies the entire track, so the IN/OUT/TO points have no effect. This deletes the entire track, so IN/OUT/TO points have no effect. The following parameters are used in this operation. • TARGET Track (1 to 12, 13/14 to 23/24, ALL) • IN/OUT TIP You can ... (1 to 12, 13/14 to delete short noises, for both SOURCE Track and TARGET Track, Same Track appears and the operation cannot be executed. 52 TASCAM DP-24SD 8 -
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...it . Press the SELECT button of the selected guitar effect. CAUTION Guitar effects can edit the parameters of the track which you want to insert the effect into a stereo track, the odd numbered track input becomes active. TASCAM DP-24SD 53 Press the SOURCE button to select the input (...INPUT A to H) into which you want to insert the dynamic effect. appears on the effect type. Example: assigning H/H ...
...it . Press the SELECT button of the selected guitar effect. CAUTION Guitar effects can edit the parameters of the track which you want to insert the effect into a stereo track, the odd numbered track input becomes active. TASCAM DP-24SD 53 Press the SOURCE button to select the input (...INPUT A to H) into which you want to insert the dynamic effect. appears on the effect type. Example: assigning H/H ...