Tascam MD-801RMKII owner manual About the MD-801R/PMk, Unpacking the unit, Rack-mountingthe unit

to be conveniently carried out using a standard key- board

•Remote control possible from dedicated TASCAM remote control units (RC-801, RC-FS10/20, and RC-8), or through industry-standard parallel or serial interfaces

•Tally signals sent to controlling device at the end of each track played back

•Optional RAM buffer expansion module (BU-801) allows flash start of track playback

RIn addition, the MD801R Mk II provides the follow- ing features:

•20-bit A/D converter for increased audio quality when recording

•Selectable Copy ID modes, including the SCMS standard

•Integral sampling frequency converter, allowing digital recording from material recorded at fre- quencies other than 44.1 kHz (48 kHz and 32 kHz)

•Digital inputs in both SPDIF and AES/EBU formats

•The ability to record in monaural mode, doubling the recording time available on a disc.

•Analog inputs in both +4 dBu balanced (XLR- type) and –10 dBV unbalanced (RCA) formats. The balanced inputs may be trimmed to match input signal levels

•Replace recording function, allowing recording to be carried out in the middle of a track, while retain- ing the track title

•Sound sync function to allow the unit to start recording automatically when a selectable audio threshold level is exceeded

•Title dubbing from another MD-801 unit (requires optional connecting cable PW-1XMD)

•Realtime clock for date- and timestamping recorded material

1.3.1 Unpacking the unit

When you unpack the unit, as well as the unit itself and this manual, you should find:

•Power cord

•Rack-mount kit

•Warranty card

If any items are missing, contact your TASCAM dealer.

1 - About the MD-801R/P Mk II

1.3.2 Rack-mounting the unit

The MD-801 is equipped with integral rack-mount ears, and may be installed in any standard vertical 19” rack.

Remove the feet from the MD-801 using a Phillips screwdriver before installing the unit.

In addition to the 3U of space required for the MD- 801 itself, we strongly suggest leaving at least 1U of empty rack space above the MD-801 for ventilation purposes.

1.3.3 Care of the unit

The commonsense precautions that you should take with any piece of precision electronic equipment also apply to the MD-801. In particular:

•Do not subject the unit to severe shocks or vibra- tion. Despite the buffer mechanism mentioned above, there is a risk of data loss, particularly while recording.

•Do not use the unit in very dusty or smoky environ- ments. If the optical lens or the head becomes dirty as the result of such use, use a commercially-avail- able MD lens and head cleaner to clean the lens.

•The exterior of the unit may be cleaned with a soft dry cloth, or a cloth barely dampened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any solvent, thinner or alcohol-based cleaning agents to clean the unit.

The date and time clock (for timestamping of record- ings and edits) is powered by a lithium battery. We suggest that this battery is changed about every two years.

NOTE

Do not attempt to change this battery by your- self. Get an authorized TASCAM service cen- ter to perform this operation for you.

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