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DR-70D
Contents
1 Introduction...............................................4
Features................................................................................... 4
Conventions used in this manual................................... 4
About SD cards..................................................................... 5
Precautions for use....................................................... 5
3 Preparation...............................................12
Powering the unit..............................................................12
Power sources..............................................................12
Using AA batteries.....................................................12
Using an AC adapter (sold separately).................12
Using an external battery pack
(sold separately)...........................................................12
Using USB bus power................................................13
Turning the unit on and off
(putting it in standby)......................................................13
Turning the unit on.....................................................13
Turning the unit off (putting it in standby)........13
Resume function.........................................................13
Setting the date and time...............................................14
Inserting and removing SD cards.................................14
Inserting a card............................................................14
Removing a card..........................................................14
SD card write protection switches........................15
Preparing an SD card for use.........................................15
Connecting monitoring equipment...........................15
Monitoring...........................................................................15
Selecting the monitored signal.............................15
Setting the output gain............................................16
Adjusting the playback volume....................................16
Camera connection and attachment.........................16
Setting the inputs..............................................................17
Recording with the built-in stereo mic................17
Connecting microphones........................................17
Recording an external device (LINE IN)...............17
Using the top panel accessory shoe...........................17
4 Recording.................................................18
Recording formats.............................................................18
Setting where to save files..............................................18
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6 Playback....................................................31
Playing recordings.............................................................31
Pausing...........................................................................31
Stopping.........................................................................31
Searching backward and forward.........................31
Selecting files for playback (skipping)........................31
Playing files created with dual recording..................31
Contents
7 Connecting with a Computer..................32
Transferring files to a computer...................................32
Transferring files from a computer..............................32
Disconnecting from a computer..................................32
10 Messages................................................37
11 Troubleshooting.....................................38
12 Specifications.........................................39
Ratings...................................................................................39
Input/output ratings.........................................................39
Analog audio input and output ratings..............39
Control input/output ratings..................................39
Audio performance...........................................................39
Requirements for connected computers..................40
General..................................................................................40
Dimensional drawings.....................................................41
TASCAM DR-70D
1 Introduction
Features
This recorder includes audio inputs and outputs that are suitable
for use with digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) cameras, enabling
the recording of high-quality audio with DSLR video.
Compact audio recorder that uses SD/SDHC/SDXC cards as
recording media
TASCAM original High Definition Discrete Architecture
(HDDA) microphone preamps provide high-quality
recording inputs
In addition to ordinary stereo recording, simultaneous
recording of up to four channels is possible
Four channels can be mixed down to two for stereo output
Recording levels can be adjusted independently for the 1/L,
2/R 3/L and 4/R channels
Dual recording function allows two files to be recorded
simultaneously at different levels
44.1/48/96 kHz, 16/24-bit, linear PCM (WAV format)
recording possible
Broadcast Wave Format (BWF) supported as WAV recording
format
XLR mic/line inputs can provide phantom power (24V/48V)
and TRS mic/line inputs (exclusive use) support +24dBU
input when set to LINE
Stereo mini jack input supports mics that require plug-in
power, allowing the input of video mics and other
high-output mics (+10dBV maximum input level)
Slate tone functions (automatic/manual) simplify
synchronization of video files when editing
CAMERA OUT connector allows the high-quality audio from
this unit to be output to a DSLR camera for recording
CAMERA IN connector enables convenient monitoring of
audio from a DSLR camera
Mid-side decoding function can be used with MS mics
Track incrementing function allows a recording to be split
by creating a new file when desired
Limiter function automatically reduces parts where the
input level is too high to suitable levels
Low cut filter conveniently reduces low-frequency noise
Delay function that eliminates time lags caused by
differences in the distances of two sets of inputs from the
sound source
Tone search function enables moving between tone
insertion points
File name format can be set to use a user-defined word or
the date
Resume function to memorize the playback position before
the unit is turned off (enter standby)
3.5mm (1/8) line/headphones output jack
128x64 dot-matrix LCD with backlight
Micro-B USB 2.0 port
Operates on 4 AA batteries, an AC adapter (TASCAM
PS-P515U sold separately), external battery pack (TASCAM
BP-6AA sold separately) or USB bus power
Tripod mounting thread (bottom) and DSLR screw
attachment that allows attachment and removal with a coin
(top)
Dedicated remote control jack (for use with RC-10 and
RC-3F (sold separately)
Hold function to prevent accidental operation
Guards on the front left and right sides protect the screen
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TIP
These are tips about how to use the unit.
NOTE
These provide additional explanations and describe special
cases.
CAUTION
Failure to follow these instructions could result in injury,
damage to equipment or lost recording data, for example.
Information and various data about products provided
in this manual are provided merely as examples. They do
not provide a guaranty against violations of third-party
intellectual property rights or other rights related to
them. Therefore, please be aware that our company will
bear no liability for violations of third-party intellectual
property rights or responsibility for liability that results
from the use of these products.
Third-party copyrighted materials cannot be used
without permission of the rights holder in accordance with copyright law for uses other than personal
enjoyment, for example. Please use the equipment
appropriately.
Our company will bear absolutely no liability related to
user activity that infringes on property rights.
1 Introduction
About SD cards
This unit uses SD cards for recording and playback.
You can use 64MB2GB SD cards, 4GB32GB SDHC cards and
48GB128GB SDXC cards with this unit.
A list of SD cards that have been confirmed for use with this unit
can be found on the TEAC Global Site (http://teac-global.com/).
Please check this site or contact TASCAM customer support.
TASCAM DR-70D
Use this knob to adjust the input level from the 1/L
connector on the left side of the unit.
The 1/L PEAK indicator lights when the 1/L input level is
about to cause distortion. This also lights if distortion occurs
in the analog circuitry during mic input. This will not light,
however, if distortion occurs in the analog circuitry during
line input. (See Adjusting the input level on page 19.)
2 Front cover
This is the cover for the battery case and SD card slot.
Use this knob to adjust the input level from the 2/R
connector on the left side of the unit.
The 2/R PEAK indicator lights when the 2/R input level is
about to cause distortion. This also lights if distortion occurs
in the analog circuitry during mic input. This will not light,
however, if distortion occurs in the analog circuitry during
line input. (See Adjusting the input level on page 19.)
0 1/8 button
3 Battery compartment
4 SD card slot
Rear panel
q 2/7 button
w DUAL indicator
e REC indicator
7 MENU button
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Use this knob to adjust the input level from the 3/L
connector on the left side of the unit.
The 3/L PEAK indicator lights when the input level is about
to cause distortion. This also lights if distortion occurs in
the analog circuitry during mic input. This will not light,
however, if distortion occurs in the analog circuitry during
line input. (See Adjusting the input level on page 19.)
Use this knob to adjust the input level from the 4/R
connector on the right side of the unit.
The 4/R PEAK indicator lights when the input level is about
to cause distortion. This also lights if distortion occurs in
the analog circuitry during mic input. This will not light,
however, if distortion occurs in the analog circuitry during
line input. (See Adjusting the input level on page 19.)
u 3// button
i 4/. button
This is a balanced analog XLR/TRS combo jack for microphone and line level inputs.
XLR (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
TRS (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)
CAUTION
o SLATE button
NOTE
When connecting and using plugs from external devices,
do not apply excessive force to the plugs. In particular,
be careful not to apply too much force when using a
standard to mini plug adapter. Doing so could damage the
equipment.
NOTE
When connecting and using plugs from external devices,
do not apply excessive force to the plugs. In particular,
be careful not to apply too much force when using a
standard to mini plug adapter. Doing so could damage the
equipment.
p HOLD/
switch
Slide this switch (toward the arrow) and hold it down to turn
the unit on/off.
Set it in the up position to activate the hold function. All
buttons are inoperative when hold is ON.
This is a balanced analog XLR/TRS combo jack for microphone and line level inputs.
XLR (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
TRS (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)
This is a balanced analog XLR/TRS combo jack for microphone and line level inputs.
XLR (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
TRS (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)
This is a balanced analog XLR/TRS combo jack for microphone and line level inputs.
XLR (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
TRS (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)
CAUTION
The unit should be connected directly to the computer, not
through a USB hub.
v Accessory shoe
Bottom Panel
CAUTION
Before connecting headphones, lower the PHONES volume
to the minimum level. Failure to do so could result in a
sudden loud noise that could harm hearing, for example.
Top panel
CAUTION
Use a DSLR mounting screw with this bracket, which is preinstalled on the unit.
If you do not want to use this bracket, use a coin or other
tool to remove the four attachment screws.
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When using a tripod with a pin for video cameras, align this
hole with the pin when attaching the unit to the tripod.
8 Project name
9 Remaining time
0 HOLD/
1 Recorder operation status
Meaning
Stopped
Paused
Playing back
Searching forward
Searching backward
switch status
This shows the status of the HOLD/
: HOLD switch off
: HOLD switch on
switch.
Recording Screen
2 Elapsed time
3 Monitoring mode
Meaning
CH1-4 mix sound or dual recording mode main
file
CAM
NOTE
Sometimes a Battery Low warning appears when recording
or conducting other demanding operations even before the
battery power has been depleted.
6 Level meters
7 Recording status
Meaning
Recording
3 Monitoring mode
Meaning
MIX
CAM
5 Level meters
TASCAM DR-70D
Function
BASIC
MONITOR
INPUT
RECORD
SLATE
MIC
8 Project name
This shows the name of the project for the recorded files.
The remaining recording time on the SD card is shown in
hours: minutes: seconds according to the recording mode,
sampling frequency and recording format settings.
This shows whether the low cut filter is on or off. (See Using
the low-cut filter on page 22.)
This icon is shown as light letters on a dark background if
the low-cut filter is set to 40Hz, 80Hz, 120Hz, 180Hz or 220Hz
for channel 1, 2, 3 or 4.
: Low cut filter off
: Low cut filter on
w HOLD/
switch status
This shows the status of the HOLD/
: HOLD switch off
: HOLD switch on
switch.
BROWSE
OTHERS
Page
see page 18
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see page 19
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see page 21
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see page 30
REMOTE
Function
Make system settings for
the unit
Set the type of batteries
View information about
files, the SD card and the
system
Make file name settings
Make date and time
settings
Make settings for the
TASCAM RC-3F footswitch
and TASCAM RC-10 wired
remote control (both sold
separately)
Page
see page 34
see page 34
see page 33
see page 35
see page 14
see page 36
see page 36
CAUTION
The MENU screen will not appear when recording.
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Basic operation
RECORD selected
88 3// button
Use this to move the cursor (highlighted area) to the right on the
screen, and to move down a level on the BROWSE screen.
88 4/. button
Use this to move the cursor (highlighted area) to the left on the
screen, and to move up a level on the BROWSE screen.
NOTE
When the BASIC or INPUT screen is open, press the
MENU button again to return to the Home Screen.
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3 Preparation
Powering the unit
Power sources
AC outlet
TASCAM PS-P515U
(sold separately)
Using AA batteries
Connect the
included USB cable
microB USB plug
NOTE
When both batteries are installed and the AC adapter is
connected, power will be supplied from the AC adapter.
CAUTION
CAUTION
NOTE
A great amount of power is required to provide phantom
power to a condenser microphone. If you use a condenser
microphone while running the unit on AA batteries (NiMH
rechargeable or alkaline dry cell), the operation time will be
shortened.
If you need to operate the unit for a long time, use a TASCAM
PS-P515U AC adapter or TASCAM BP-6AA external battery
box (both sold separately) to power the unit.
CAUTION
This unit cannot detect the remaining battery charge of a
BP-6AA. If you use a BP-6AA to operate this unit without
batteries in the unit itself, it might stop operating suddenly
if the battery pack runs out of power.
In order to avoid problems, put batteries with sufficient
charge into this unit before connecting and using a BP-6AA.
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3 Preparation
Using USB bus power
Connect the unit to a computer using the included USB cable as
shown in the illustration.
Computer
Connect the included USB
cable
The unit enters standby mode if turned off when the unit is
operating on power from a TASCAM PS-P515U AC adapter
(sold separately) or a computer USB bus.
Turn down the volume of any monitoring system connected
to the unit before turning the unit on or off (standby).
Do not wear connected headphones when turning the unit
on or off. Noise could damage the speakers or harm your
hearing.
To start the unit when off (in standby), slide the HOLD/
switch toward
until TASCAM DR-70D (Start-up Screen)
appears on the display.
The Home Screen appears after the unit starts up.
Start-up Screen
Turn the DATA dial to select BUS POWER and press the DATA
dial to start power supply through the USB port and return to
the Home Screen.
NOTE
Power is supplied from the USB port even if the connected
unit contains batteries (USB bus power prioritized).
CAUTION
Home Screen
CAUTION
When the unit is started up for the first time (or when
the built-in clock is reset after being left unused without
batteries), the DATE/TIME screen appears before the
Start-up Screen so you can adjust the date and time. (See
Setting the date and time on page 14.)
switch toward
until
CAUTION
Always use the
button to turn the unit off (put it in
standby).
Do not remove the batteries, disconnect the power
cable when using a TASCAM PS-P515U AC adapter (sold
separately) or disconnect the USB cable if using USB bus
power while the unit is operating. If you do so, recording
data and settings, for example, will all be lost. Lost data and
settings cannot be restored.
Resume function
This unit has a resume function. When turned on, the unit
locates to the position (time) where it was when turned off
previously.
After turning the unit on, press the 2/7 button to
resume playback from the file position (time) from when the
unit was shut down (put into standby).
NOTE
The required data for this function is stored in the SD card.
The resume function will not work if the card is changed or
formatted.
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3 Preparation
Setting the date and time
Using its internal clock, this unit adds the date and time to files
when they are recorded.
1. Press the MENU button to open the MENU screen.
2. Turn the DATA dial to select OTHERS, and press the DATA
dial.
The OTHERS screen opens.
Removing a card
1. Open the front cover on the front of the unit.
2. Press the SD card in gently and then release it to allow it to
come out.
4. Use the DATA dial or the 4/. and 3// buttons to
move the cursor (highlighted area), and turn the DATA dial
to change the value.
5. Press the MENU button to confirm the setting and return to
the OTHERS screen.
NOTE
You can set the unit to automatically add the date set here
to file names. (See Setting the file name format on page
35.)
CAUTION
The date and time setting can only be maintained for a
few minutes if the battery power becomes low and the unit
is not powered by a TASCAM PS-P515U AC adapter (sold
separately) or USB bus power.
When using batteries, replace them before they completely
lose power.
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CAUTION
3 Preparation
SD card write protection switches
SD cards have protect switches that prevent writing new data to
them.
If you slide the protect switch to the LOCK position, file
recording and editing is not possible. Move the switch to the
unlocked position in order to record, erase and otherwise edit
data on the card.
Writing possible
SD/SDHC card
Powered monitor
speakers or
amplifier and
speakers
Headphones
Monitoring
You can monitor the input signals when the unit is stopped
using headphones, for example. Moreover, by connecting this
units IN jack with the camera line output, you can check the
sound being recorded by the camera.
SDXC card
3. Press the DATA dial to start formatting.
CAUTION
Formatting a card erases all the data on it.
4. When formatting ends, the Home Screen opens. You can
also reformat a card in this unit at any time.
CAUTION
When formatting a card, the unit should be operating on
AC power supplied by a TASCAM PS-P515U adapter (sold
separately), USB bus power from a computer or batteries
with sufficient remaining power.
Options
CAM: IN jack sound input
MIX (default): Mix of all inputs
5. When finished selecting the monitoring signal, press the
1/8 button to return to the Home Screen.
NOTE
When CAM is selected, you can monitor the input sound
through the PHONES jack, but the level meters will show
the input sound according to the current recording mode.
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3 Preparation
Setting the output gain
1. Press the MENU button to open the MENU screen.
2. Turn the DATA dial to select MONITOR, and press the DATA
dial.
The MONITOR SETTING screen opens.
3. Turn the DATA dial to select OUTPUT GAIN, and press
the DATA dial.
4. Turn the DATA dial to select the OUT or the LINE OUT
jack, and press the DATA dial.
Options
LINE (default): Set the output gain for output to an
external monitoring system (powered monitor speakers or
amplifier and speakers)
CAM: Set the output gain for output to a camera
5. When finished setting the output gain, press the 1/8
button to return to the Home Screen.
NOTE
Refer to the cameras operation manual to identify this
connector on the camera.
6. Use the OUTPUT LEVEL item on the MONITOR
SETTING screen to adjust the volume output to the
camera.
NOTE
If the volume is still too low even if you set the OUTPUT
LEVEL item on the MONITOR SETTING screen to
its maximum value, set the OUTPUT GAIN item on the
MONITOR SETTING screen to LINE and then adjust
the volume.
7. To mount the camera on this unit, use the camera
attachment screw on the top of the unit.
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3 Preparation
Setting the inputs
Connecting microphones
Connect microphones to this units 1/L, 2/R, 3/L and/or 4/R
connectors.
Point the mics at the sound source and place the unit in a stable
location where there is little vibration.
CAUTION
Mic
Mic
Mic
Stereo microphone
Mic
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4 Recording
This unit can record sound from external microphones and
external audio devices, including CD players.
The unit can be set to record audio files in WAV or BWF
(44.1/48/96kHz, 16/24-bit) format.
Slate tones added when recording to Broadcast Wave Format
(BWF) files can be used as marks with software that supports this
format. This unit can record using dual recording, which allows
the same input signals to be recorded at two different levels,
and 4-channel recording, for example.
Recording formats
You can select the format of files created by this unit.
88 MONO mode
The channels selected for recording will be recorded as mono
files.
A file will be made for each channel selected for recording.
88 STEREO mode
88 MIX mode
The input signals set on the BASIC screen will be recorded as a
stereo file.
Even if all four channels are selected for recording, a stereo file
will be created.
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4 Recording
Adjusting the input level
7. Use the 1/L, 2/R, 3/L and 4/R knobs on the back of the unit
to adjust the input levels.
TIP
1.
2.
3.
4.
CAUTION
These also light if distortion occurs in the analog circuitry
during mic input.
They will not light, however, if distortion occurs in the
analog circuitry during line input.
NOTE
To monitor the sound while adjusting the input levels or
recording, connect headphones to the PHONES jack.
Use the PHONES jack volume control to adjust the
monitoring level.
8. Repeat steps 3 to 6 as necessary to set the mic input gain for
each channel.
NOTE
To change the channel being set, turn the data dial or
press the 1/8, 2/7, 3// or 4/. button to move to a
different channel screen.
5. Turn the DATA dial to set the mic input gain.
Options: LOW (default), HIGH, HI+PLUS
NOTE
The input gain is different for the LOW, HIGH and
HI+PLUS settings. Make a selection according to the
loudness of the input.
If you are not sure which setting to use, try LOW first. If the
input level is too low even after adjustment, return to the
INPUT screen and set it to HIGH.
If the level is still too low even after changing the setting to
HIGH, set it to HI+PLUS.
6. When finished adjusting, press the MENU button to return
to the Home Screen.
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4 Recording
Setting the recording input source
Use the INPUT 1/2 and INPUT 3/4 items on the BASIC
screen to set the recording input source.
1. Press the MENU button to open the MENU screen.
2. Turn the DATA dial to select BASIC, and press the DATA
dial.
The BASIC screen opens.
3. Turn the DATA dial to select INPUT 1/2 or INPUT
3/4 for the selected channel, and press the DATA dial.
Option
EXT STEREO
(default)
Meaning
Input from the EXT 1/2 jack
CAUTION
4. Turn the DATA dial to select INPUT 1/2, and press the
DATA dial.
The cursor moves to the setting item.
5. Turn the DATA dial to set it to EXT_POWER, and press the
DATA dial.
This turns plug-in power on. A different setting item can
now be selected.
6. When finished, press the MENU button to return to the
Home Screen.
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CAUTION
Depending on this setting, the input level setting range
changes. For this reason, the input level might change
greatly when this setting is changed, so turn the output level
all the way down before changing it.
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Using phantom power
When stopped (and the INPUT1/2 or INPUT3/4 item is set
to XLR/TRS on the BASIC screen for the channel being set),
if you set the INPUT GAIN item on the INPUT screen to
MIC+PHANTOM, a pop-up message appears confirming that
you want to turn phantom power on.
NOTE
Battery power will be consumed faster when set to 48V than
when set to 24V.
CAUTION
NOTE
Battery power will be consumed faster when set to 48V
than when set to 24V.
5. When finished, press the 1/8 button to return to the Home
Screen.
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4 Recording
Using the limiter
When the limiter is on, the input gain will adjust automatically
in response to the input level, setting the recording level so that
distortion does not occur even when loud sounds are input.
1. Press the MENU button to open the MENU screen.
2. Turn the DATA dial to select INPUT, and press the DATA
dial.
The INPUT screen opens.
3. Press the 1/8, 2/7, 3// or 4/. button to select a
channel to use the limiter on.
4. Turn the DATA dial to select the LIMITER for the selected
channel, and press the DATA dial.
Meaning
OFF (default)
Limiter off
MONO
LINK
CAUTION
Distortion might occur if the input sound is too loud even
when the limiter is on. In such a case, lower the input level
or increase the distance between the unit and the sound
source.
NOTE
The
icon appears on the recording screen when the
limiter is on for any channel (when set to MONO or LINK).
When you switch the CH1 (CH2)/CH3 (CH4) limiter setting
between MONO and LINK, the setting of the other channel
will also be changed, so a confirmation pop-up message will
appear.
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4 Recording
Compensating for mic distances
This unit can compensate for delays that result from differences
in distance between the built-in and external mics, as well as
between external mics.
1. Press the MENU button to open the MENU screen.
2. Turn the DATA dial to select INPUT, and press the DATA
dial.
The INPUT screen opens.
3. Press the 2/7, 3// or 4/. button to select the
channel to compensate for distance relative to CH1.
4. Turn the DATA dial to select DELAY for the selected
channel, and press the DATA dial.
5. Turn the DATA dial to set the phase of the selected channel.
Options: OFF (default, normal phase), ON (reversed phase)
6. Repeat steps 3 to 5 as necessary to set the phase for each
channel.
7. When finished adjusting, press the MENU button to return
to the Home Screen.
Meaning
MONO
Record in mono
NOTE
BWF is a format created for broadcasting that has the same
sound quality as the standard WAV format. It also uses the
same .wav file extension as WAV files. In this document,
we distinguish these file types by using the BWF for WAV
files that support BWF features and WAV for all other WAV
files.
7. Press the DATA dial or 3// button to enable selection of
other items.
8. Turn the DATA dial to select SAMPLE, and press the DATA
dial.
Set the sampling frequency.
Turn the DATA dial to select one of the following options.
Options: 44.1k (default), 48k, 96k
9. Press the DATA dial or 4/. button to move the cursor
back to the setting item.
10. When finished, press the 1/8 button to return to the Home
Screen.
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Recording (MONO/STEREO/2MIX)
Starting recording
1. Press the record (0) button to start ordinary recording.
NOTE
To avoid recording the noise of pressing the record (0)
button, recording starts 0.3 second after the button is
pressed.
NAME screen
NOTE
When new files are created, incremental numbers are added
to the end of each file name.
CAUTION
CAUTION
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NAME screen
4 Recording
Simultaneously recording two files at
different input levels (DUAL REC)
This recorder can simultaneously record a second recording
at a different input level along with the regular recording. For
example, when recording with microphones, you can make an
ordinary recording with the input level set as high as possible
and simultaneously record at a slightly lower input level for
safety.
Two recorded files (one with higher input level and one with
lower input level) are saved individually.
NOTE
Make the input level setting for the ordinary recording in
the usual manner. (See Adjusting the input level on page
19.), (See Setting the input gain on page 20.)
NOTE
This function cannot be enabled if more than two channels
are selected for recording or if the two selected channels
prevent the recording of a stereo pair (for example, CH1 and
CH3).
5. Press the DATA dial or 4/. button to enable selection of
other items.
6. When finished, press the 1/8 button to return to the Home
Screen.
and CH4)
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Using the auto tone function
The function can be used to automatically add a tone when
beginning and ending recordings.
By connecting the OUT jack on the right side of the unit
to the camera audio input jack, the same tone signal can be
recorded to both files. These tones can be used as guides when
aligning files in video editing software.
For details about how to connect a DSLR camera, see Camera
connection and attachment on page 16.
NOTE
If the volume is still too low even if you set the OUTPUT
LEVEL item on the MONITOR SETTING screen to
its maximum value, set the OUTPUT GAIN item on the
MONITOR SETTING screen to LINE and then adjust
the volume.
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NOTE
The SLATE button must be pressed and held briefly to insert
a slate tone. This delay is to prevent accidental operation.
NOTE
If no slate tone has been inserted later in the current file,
turning the DATA dial right will move to the beginning of
the next file.
If no slate tone has been inserted earlier in the current file,
turning the DATA dial left will move to the beginning of the
current file.
4 Recording
Using mid-side microphones
This unit has a mid-side decoder and can be used to record with
a mid-side mic and playback such recordings.
1. Connect a mid-side mic to the 1/L and 2/R or 3/L and 4/R
jacks.
Connect the mid mic to the 1/L or 3/L jack and the the side
mic to the 2/R or 4/R jack.
If the mid and side are connected in reverse, proper
recording will not be possible.
2. Press the MENU button to open the MENU screen.
3. Turn the DATA dial to select MIC, and press the DATA dial.
The MIC SETTING screen opens.
4. Turn the DATA dial to select MS MODE 1/2 or MS
MODE 3/4, and press the DATA dial.
5. Turn the DATA dial to set the decoding mode when using a
mid-side mic.
Options
Meaning
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4 Recording
Recording duration
The table below shows maximum recording times (in hours: minutes) by file format on SD/SDHC/SDXC cards of different capacities.
File format (recording setting)
1 GB
4 GB
32 GB
128 GB
44.1kHz
1:41
6:44
53:52
201:35
48kHz
1:33
6:12
49:36
185:13
96kHz
00:46
3:06
24:48
92:36
1:07
4:30
35:44
134:24
48kHz
1:02
4:08
33:04
123:28
96kHz
00:31
2:04
16:32
61:44
44.1kHz
WAV/BWF 24-bit (STEREO)
The recording times shown above are estimates. They might differ depending on the SD/SDHC/SDXC card in use.
The recording times shown above are not continuous recording times, but rather they are the total possible recording times for the
SD/SDHC/SDXC card.
When using MONO (single channel) recording, the maximum recording times will be about twice the figures above.
When using 4-channel recording, the maximum recording time will be about half the figures above.
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TIP
If you connect the unit with a computer by USB, or mount
the SD card on a computer using a card reader or other
input, you can change the folder structure within the MUSIC
Folder and erase files from the computer as you would the
contents of a hard drive. Furthermore, you can change file
names from the computer.
To open the BROWSE screen, press the MENU button to open
the MENU screen. Then, turn the DATA dial to select BROWSE
and press the DATA dial.
The MUSIC Folder is shown at the highest level when the root is
open on the BROWSE screen.
88 Audio file ( )
This
88 Plain folder (
File operations
Select the desired audio file on the BROWSE screen and press
the DATA dial to open the pop-up menu that is shown below.
Turn the DATA dial to select the desired item, and press the
DATA dial to make the unit execute one of the following operations.
88 INFO
Information (date/time, size) about the selected file appears.
Press the DATA dial again or press the 1/8 button to return to
the BROWSE screen.
88 DELETE
A message appears to confirm that you want to delete the file.
Press the DATA dial to delete the file or the 1/8 button to
cancel deletion.
CAUTION
In addition to the currently selected file, this will delete other
files with the same base number.
88 CANCEL
Cancel deletion of the selected file and close the pop-up menu.
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Turn the DATA dial to select the desired item, and press the
DATA dial to make the unit execute one of the following operations.
88 SELECT
Returns to the Home Screen and selects the first file in the folder.
This folder also becomes the playback area. When recording,
files are created in this folder.
88 ALL DEL
A pop-up message appears to confirm that you want to delete
all the files in the selected folder at once.
Press the DATA dial to delete the files or the 1/8 button to
cancel deletion.
NOTE
You cannot delete read-only files and files that are not
recognized by this unit.
88 CANCEL
Cancel the operation with the selected folder and close the
pop-up menu.
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Press the DATA dial to create a new folder or press the 1/8
button to cancel. Since this unit supports only two levels of
folders, NEW FOLDER does not appear in second-level folders.
A newly created folder becomes the current one, and new
recorded files are saved in this folder. This folder also becomes
the playback area.
6 Playback
Playing recordings
When the Home Screen is open and playback is stopped, press
the 2/7 button to start playback.
NOTE
You can also choose files for playback by name on the
BROWSE screen.
Pausing
When the Home Screen is open and a file is playing back, press
the 1/8 button to pause playback at the current position.
Press the 2/7 button again to restart playback from that
position.
Stopping
When the Home Screen is open and a track is playing back, press
the 1/8 button to pause playback, and press the 1/8 button
again to return to the beginning of the file and stop playback.
NOTE
NOTE
The track name, file number and other file information for
the currently playing track appear on the display.
The 8 icon appears on the display when playback is
stopped at the beginning of a track. The 9 icon appears
when playback is stopped in the middle of a track.
Press the 4/. or 3// button repeatedly to move to the
desired file.
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Computer
Connect the included USB
cable
NOTE
CAUTION
Use the DATA dial to select STORAGE, and press the DATA dial
to connect the unit with the computer for data transmission.
USB connected appears in the display.
NOTE
Power is supplied from the USB port if the USB cable is
connected to a unit that contains batteries. (USB bus power
prioritized).
This unit appears on the computer as an external drive named
DR-70D (if the card has been formatted by this unit).
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88 TOTAL MUSIC
Shows the number of playable files in the Music Folder.
88 TOTAL FOLDER
Shows the total number of folders in the Music Folder.
88 TOTAL SIZE
88 WAV/BWF
Shows the audio file type.
For WAV/BWF files, bit depth, stereo/mono and sampling
frequency (Hz) are shown.
88 TITLE
Shows the project name.
88 DATE
Shows the date of file creation.
88 SIZE
Shows the file size.
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Formatting an SD card
Use the FORMAT item to format the SD card.
Formatting erases all music files on the SD card and automatically creates new MUSIC and UTILITY folders as well as a
dr-70.sys file.
1. Turn the DATA dial to select FORMAT, and press the DATA
dial to highlight Exec.
2. Press the DATA dial to open a pop-up confirmation message.
CAUTION
The following settings can be made for the items on the
SYSTEM screen.
Use the 4/. or 3// button or the DATA dial to set
each item.
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Use the 4/. and 3// buttons or turn the DATA dial to
set each item.
On this screen you can make the following settings for each
item.
NOTE
The date is set using the units internal clock. (See Setting
the date and time on page 14.)
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Footswitch uses
Press the pedals on the footswitch to conduct the operations
assigned on the REMOTE screen.
6. Use the 4/. button and the DATA dial to select MODE,
and press the DATA dial.
7. Turn the DATA dial to set the footswitch mode.
Options: PLAY (default), RECORD1, RECORD2
MODE
PLAY
REW
PLAY/STOP
FWD
RECORD1
STOP
REC
INC
RECORD2
STOP
REC
SLATE
DR-70D
Footswitch
L
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F1
SLATE
F2
Backlight
Always ON/
Backlight
OFF
F3
F4
CAMERA/MIX
CAMERA/MIX
10 Messages
The following is a list of the pop-up messages.
Refer to this list if one of these pop-up messages appears on
the DR-70D and you want to check the meaning or determine a
proper response.
Message
Battery Empty
Card Error
Card Full
File Full
File Not Found
File Not Found
Make Sys File
File Protected
Format Error
Format CARD
Invalid Card
Change Card
Invalid SysFile
Make Sys File
Layer too Deep
No Card
No PB File
Non-Supported
Switched To Internal
Battery
Write Timeout
No Rec Channels
Selected
Message
Not Possible
Check FILE TYPE
Not Possible
Check INPUT3/4
Not Possible
Check Rec Chs
Not Possible
Set DUAL-REC OFF
System Error 5
System Error 6
System Error 7
System Error 8
System Error 9
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11 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 or TEAC customer support (See back cover).
88 The unit will not turn on.
Confirm that the batteries are not dead.
Confirm that the batteries are installed with the correct
/^ orientation.
Confirm that the AC adapter (TASCAM PS-P515U, sold
separately) is securely connected to both the outlet and the
unit.
When using USB bus power, confirm that the USB cable is
securely connected.
When using USB bus power, confirm that it is not connected
via a USB hub.
88 The unit turns off automatically.
Is the automatic power saving function on? (See Setting the
automatic power saving function on page 34.)
oo Since this unit complies with the European Standby Power
Regulations (ErP), the automatic power saving function
operates regardless of whether the unit is being powered
by an AC adapter or batteries. If you do not want to use
the automatic power saving function, set it to OFF. (The
factory default setting is 30min.)
88 The unit does not function.
Confirm that the HOLD/
switch is not set to HOLD.
Is the unit connected to a computer by a USB cable? (Does
USB connected appear on the display?)
88 The SD card is not recognized.
Confirm that the SD card is inserted completely.
88 Playback is not possible.
If you are trying to play a WAV file, confirm that the
sampling frequency is supported by this unit.
88
No sound is output.
Check the connections with the monitoring system.
Is the volume of the monitoring system minimized?
Is the OUTPUT LEVEL setting of the unit minimized?
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do not light.
12 Specifications
Ratings
88 Recording media
SD card (64 MB 2 GB)
SDHC card (4 GB 32 GB)
SDXC card (48 GB 128 GB)
88 Recording/playback formats
WAV: 44.1/48/96kHz, 16/24 bit
BWF: 44.1/48/96kHz, 16/24 bit
88 Number of channels
4 maximum (stereo 2, mono 4)
Input/output ratings
Analog audio input and output ratings
88 1/L, 2/R, 3/L, 4/R jacks (can provide phantom power)
Connectors:
XLR-3-31
(1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
6.3mm (1/4") standard TRS jacks
(Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)
When input gain set to MIC or MIC+PHANTOM
Input impedance: 2 k
Phantom power: 48V 4V (10mA/CH) or 24V 4V (10mA/
CH)
Maximum input level: 0 dBu
Minimum input level: 72 dBu
Mic input gain (when TRIM at maximum)
LOW: +11 dB
HIGH: +51 dB
HI+PLUS: +63 dB
When input gain set to LINE
Input impedance: 10 k or more
Nominal input level: +4 dBu
Maximum input level: +20 dBu
88 EXT IN 1/2 jack (can provide plug-in power)
Connector: 3.5mm (1/8) stereo mini jack
Input impedance: 10 k
Maximum input level: +10 dBV
Minimum input level: 50 dBV
Mic input gain (when TRIM at maximum)
LOW: +3 dB
HIGH: +26 dB
HI+PLUS: +38 dB
88
Maximum output: 20 mW + 20 mW
88
Audio performance
88 Frequency response
2020 kHz +0.5/2 dB
(LINE IN or MIC IN to LINE OUT, Fs 44.1/48kHz, JEITA)
2040 kHz +0.5/3 dB
(LINE IN or MIC IN to LINE OUT, Fs 96kHz, JEITA)
88 Distortion
0.02% or less
(LINE IN or MIC IN to LINE OUT, Fs 44.1/48/96kHz, JEITA)
88 S/N ratio
92 dB or higher
(LINE IN or MIC IN to LINE OUT, Fs 44.1/48/96kHz, JEITA)
88 Equivalent input noise (EIN)
120 dBu or less
Note: based on JEITA CP-2150
IN connector
Connector: 3.5mm (1/8) stereo mini jack
Input impedance: 10 k
Nominal input level: 10 dBV
Maximum input level: +6 dBV
88 PHONES jack
Connector: 3.5mm (1/8) stereo mini jack
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12 Specifications
Requirements for connected
computers
Check the TEAC Global Site (http://teac-global.com/) for the
latest information about supported operating systems.
88 Windows PC
Pentium 300 MHz or faster
128 MB or more memory
USB port (USB 2.0 recommended)
88 Mac
Power PC, iMac, G3, G4 266 MHz or faster
64 MB or more memory
USB port (USB 2.0 recommended)
88 Recommended USB host controller
Intel chipset
88 Supported operating systems
Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8
(including 8.1)
Mac OS X 10.2 or newer
Recording 2ch
44.1kHz/16-bit WAV
files
When XLR/TRS
input selected
About 3:15
(phantom power
used)
When 3/4 MIC
About 10:30 input (built-in mic)
selected
Operation
time (in hours: Note
minutes)
When XLR/TRS
input selected
About 7:45
(phantom power
not used)
When XLR/TRS
input selected
About 4:45
(phantom power
used)
When 3/4 MIC
About 14:15 input (built-in mic)
selected
General
Format
88 Power
4 AA batteries (alkaline or NiMH)
USB bus power from a computer
AC adapter (TASCAM PS-P515U, sold separately)
Using an external battery pack (TASCAM BP-6AA, sold
separately)
88 Power consumption
5.0W (maximum)
88 Battery operation time (continuous operation)
Using alkaline batteries (EVOLTA)
Format
Recording 2ch
44.1kHz/16-bit WAV
files
Recording 2ch
44.1kHz/16-bit WAV
files
Recording 2ch
44.1kHz/16-bit WAV
files
Operation
time (in hours: Note
minutes)
When XLR/TRS
input selected
About 6:00
(phantom power
not used)
When XLR/TRS
input selected
About 3:30
(phantom power
used)
When 3/4 MIC
About 11:00 input (built-in mic)
selected
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Recording 2ch
44.1kHz/16-bit WAV
files
Operation
time (in hours: Note
minutes)
When XLR/TRS
input selected
About 6:15
(phantom power
not used)
DR-70D
Recording 2ch
44.1kHz/16-bit WAV
files
Recording 2ch
44.1kHz/16-bit WAV
files
Recording 2ch
44.1kHz/16-bit WAV
files
Operation
time (in hours: Note
minutes)
When XLR/TRS
input selected
About 13:00
(phantom power
not used)
When XLR/TRS
input selected
About 7:30
(phantom power
used)
When 3/4 MIC
About 25:30 input (built-in mic)
selected
Operation
time (in hours: Note
minutes)
When XLR/TRS
input selected
About 12:45
(phantom power
not used)
When XLR/TRS
input selected
About 7:45
(phantom power
used)
When 3/4 MIC
About 24:45 input (built-in mic)
selected
Operation
time (in hours: Note
minutes)
When XLR/TRS
input selected
About 14:30
(phantom power
not used)
12 Specifications
Recording 2ch
44.1kHz/16-bit WAV
files
Recording 2ch
44.1kHz/16-bit WAV
files
When XLR/TRS
input selected
About 8:45
(phantom power
used)
When 3/4 MIC
About 27:00 input (built-in mic)
selected
NOTE
When using phantom power, the operation time might be
reduced depending on the mic being used.
88 Dimensions
169 55.2 106.5 mm (W H D with top adapter
attached)
88 Weight
625 g (including batteries)/530 g (not including batteries)
88 Operating temperature range
0C 40C (32F 104F)
55.2mm
Dimensional drawings
169mm
106.5mm
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