1 – Introduction
Thank you very much for purchasing a TASCAM DR-100MKII
Linear PCM Recorder.
Before using your unit, please read this manual carefully so
that you will understand the correct operating procedures
and be able to use all the functions fully. We hope that you
will enjoy using this product for many years to come.
Please keep this manual for future reference. You can also
download a digital copy from our website (http://tascam.
com/).
Main features
Uses SD/SDHC cards as storage media for high quality
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audio recording
Includes HS mode that supports 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz and
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96 kHz sampling frequencies and allows recording and
playback at 96 kHz
Linear PCM (WAV format) recording possible at 44.1 kHz,
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48 kHz or 96 kHz and 16-bit or 24-bit (96 kHz supported
only in HS mode)
MP3 format recording possible at 32–320 kbps (STD
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mode, ID3 tag v2.4 supported)
4 total built-in mics include 2 directional mics suitable
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for high-quality stereo recording and 2 omnidirectional
mics optimal for recording meetings and similar events
2 lockable XLR mic connectors that can provide +48V
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phantom power
Built-in 0.4-W mono speaker
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2 different types of batteries used together allow for
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many hours of operation as well as the ability to change
batteries while recording
AUTO REC function allows the unit to start and stop
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recording automatically by sensing changes in the
analog input level
MARK function allows you to move to specific locations
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in a recording
DIVIDE function allows you to split a file at the position
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you select (WAV files only)
PRE REC function allows the unit to record the two
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seconds of sound before recording is activated (pre-
recording)
User words and dates can be set for file names
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Quick Tag function allows you to quickly identify files
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REC DELAY allows you to avoid recording the sound of
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pushing the RECORD [0] button
Automatic track incrementing creates a new file and
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continues recording when a file size or input level set in
advance is exceeded
Track incrementing allows the creation of new files at
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any time during recording without pausing
Tripod mounting hole built-in
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Wireless remote control (TASCAM RC-10) included with
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wired remote control adapter and cable
USB cable, soft case and windscreen included
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3.5 mm (1/8”) line/headphones output jack
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128 x 64 pixel LCD with backlight
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Mini-B type USB 2.0 port
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Power can be supplied using a TASCAM BP-6AA external
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battery pack, which meets the specifications of this unit
(sold separately)
Included items
This product includes the following items.
Take care when opening the package not to damage the
items. Keep the package materials for transportation in the
future.
Please contact the retailer where you purchased this unit
if any of these items are missing or have been damaged
during transportation.
Main unit
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.........................................................................................1
SD memory card (installed in the main unit)
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.....................1
TASCAM BP-L2 custom lithium ion battery (including
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warranty and manual) ................................................................1
USB cable (80 cm)
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.........................................................................1
Soft case
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..........................................................................................1
Windscreen
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.....................................................................................1
TASCAM RC-10 Wireless remote control
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..............................1
Coin battery for remote control (installed in remote
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control) .............................................................................................1
Wired remote control adapter
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.................................................1
Wired remote control cable
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......................................................1
Digital conversion cable
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............................................................1
Warranty
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..........................................................................................1
Owner’s manual (this document)
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...........................................1
Conventions used in this manual
The following conventions are used in this manual.
Buttons and connectors on this device are indicated like
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this: MENU
Messages on the unit’s screen are shown like this:
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MENU
Messages that appear on the computer’s screen are
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shown like this: DR-100MKII
“SD memory card” is sometimes abbreviated as “SD
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card.”
Additional information is provided as necessary as “tips,”
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“notes” and “cautions.”
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.