Tascam DA-45HR owner manual Program mode, Character editing titling, Entering and editing titles

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4 - Advanced functions

4.7 Program mode

To play back a selection of programs in a defined order, press EDIT until the following is shown on the display:

E d i t

P R G M

?

 

 

 

NOTE

The program numbers for programmed play- back are taken from the START IDs. If there are no START IDs recorded on the tape, or if they are out of sequence, programmed play- back may not produce the expected results! The RENUM function (4.4.8, "Renumbering START IDs") should be used to restore the sequence.

Press ENTER to start editing the program steps:

S t e p 0 1 P n o

E E

 

 

Use the DATA dial to choose a program number (shown at the right of the display).

Use the SHUTTLE wheel to choose the program step number. There may be up to 30 steps in a pro- grammed playback sequence.

Enter the last program step with the program number

EE(end of tape) by pressing the DEL/- key.

When the program numbers have been entered into the program steps, press PLAY. The word PROGRAM appears in red at the bottom of the display.

The tape will locate to the program number specified in the first program step, and will then start paying playing. When the START ID following the first pro- gram in the list is encountered, the tape will then move to the next program number specified in the program list.

This process continues until all steps in the program have been played.

The PAUSE key can be used to play back a series of program steps, one at a time, in the folloiwng way:

If the PAUSE key is pressed after the program steps have been entered, the tape will locate to the start of the program number specified in the first step, and will enter pause mode.

Following this, if the PLAY key is pressed, the first program step will be played, and the tape will locate to the start of the next program step and enter pause mode until the PLAY key is pressed again. The pro- cess continues until all program steps have been played back.

Pressing either of the SKIP keys during programmed playback will move the tape to the start of the current or next (as appropriate) program step.

If playback is stopped in the middle of programmed playback, the program will be canceled, and the word PROGRAM will disappear from the display.

Programs cannot be stored for further reference.

4.8 Character editing (titling)

Using this feature, tape and program titles can be added to the subcode of the tape, which are displayed on the alphanumeric display of the tape deck.

These titles are written at a point that coincides with START IDs. This allows them to be associated easily with program names.

NOTE

This feature is not supported by every DAT player and recorder. If titles are recorded on a tape, they will be shown on TASCAM DA- 45HR machines, but not on other recorders. However, recording titles will not affect the audio quality or any other aspect of the tape when it is used on other recorders.

4.8.1 Entering and editing titles

Press EDIT until the display shows:

E d i t

C h a r

?

 

 

 

Press ENTER to start editing the character string. Up to 60 characters can be entered.

The SHUTTLE wheel is used as a cursor to move left and right through the string (the cursor position is marked by a flashing character at the cursor posi- tion— if no character is visible at the cursor position, the cursor changes to a flashing block).

The DATA dial is used to change the character. The characters available are:

Athrough Z, a through z, 0 through 9 and the following punctuation symbols: : ; < = > ? @ !

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Contents DA-45HR Important Safety Precautions Important for U.K. CustomersImportant Safety Instructions Table of Contents RC-D45 remote control unit option SpecificationsIntroduction to the DA-45HR FeaturesInstallation of the tape deck Unpacking and inspectionMaking analog connections Head cleaningMaking connections Making digital audio connectionsMaking control connections Block DiagramPower connections Tascam DA-45HR Parts of the tape deck Power and displayRecording mode and source switches, etc Input selector switch Record Mode switchFs switch Digital Input selector switchTape controls Record key Play keyPause key REC Mute keyShuttle wheel Command keysCounter Mode Data dialSkip Play Margin ResetDisplay Digital AES/EBU INPUT/OUTPUT Rear panelSingle Play Digital CoaxialRemote Menu functions Dither Digital output formatDigital out word length Copy prohibit16Fast forward mode 12Repeat mode14End tally signal 11HR time display17Parameter save 18Initializing settings19Viewing points at which block errors have occurred ID markers START, SKIP, END, Char and renumbering Advanced functionsINS/+ and DEL Writing a Start or Skip ID Selecting an ID modeManually writing a Start or Skip ID Erasing an END ID Writing an END IDErasing a Start or Skip ID Erasing titlesLocation memories Setting location memoriesEdit key Locating to location memoriesEntering and editing titles Program modeCharacter editing titling Deleting a title Writing the title to tapeChecking a title Copying and pasting a titleRC-D45 remote control unit option Remote control transport keysREC Mute I/O specifications SpecificationsAudio specifications Physical specificationsSerious error messages Dimensional drawingError messages DA-45HR

DA-45HR specifications

The Tascam DA-45HR is a professional, high-resolution digital multitrack recorder that has built a solid reputation in the audio industry for its superior quality and versatility. Engineered for demanding recording environments, the DA-45HR is designed to meet the high standards of both studio and live sound applications, making it an indispensable tool for sound engineers and music producers alike.

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The DA-45HR utilizes advanced D/A and A/D converters, which are crucial for delivering accurate sound reproduction. These converters enable the device to handle a wide frequency response and low total harmonic distortion, allowing for high-fidelity audio outputs that are critical in professional settings. The recorder supports multiple digital formats, including DAT, a popular choice for mastering and archiving.

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