3 Connections

Analog audio connections.. 16. Digital audio connections.. 16. Other connections... 17

4 Basic operations

HDD and ODD.. 18
Drive mode...18 Storage media...18

About marks

Jumping to a mark.. 39 Editing marks.. 39
Shut down.. 19 LCD screens.. 19.
Navigating the screens..19 Adjusting the display contrast..19
6 DVDRW/HD playback & recording
Organization of projects and files. 40
Writing the UDFMI.. 40 Viewing the number of rewriting times. 40 Recording times and track lengths..41 Using a new DVDRW disc.41 Close and open operations for DVD-RW discs. 43. Adding a new project.. 43 Adding notes to a project. 43. Changing the current project. 44 Changing the name of a project. 44 Deleting a project from disc.. 44 Formatting a disc.. 44. Recording files to disc.. 45 Recording mode.. 45 Playing back files... 46 Play lists... 46

The home screen.. 20

Home screen content.. 20

Menu operations.. 21.

Menu tree.. 22
The virtual front panel (VFP).. 23. General preferences.. 24. Short cuts for screen access. 25 Clock/calendar.. 26 The check screen.. 26 Selecting the input source.. 27 Adjusting the input level.. 28. Selecting the reference clock. 28 Naming files, projects, marks, etc. 29

Contents

Restructuring the play list. 46 Setting marks... 46 Erasing a file...47 Renaming a file..47.

Effect libraries.. 57

Recalling library data.. 57 Storing library data.. 57 Naming library data... 58

Editing files... 47.

Combining files..47. Dividing files... 48 Undo and redo.. 48.

9 Use with a computer

Connecting the DV-RA1000HD to a computer. 59 Disconnecting from Windows 2000 / XP systems... 59 Disconnecting from Mac OS X systems.. 59 After ejecting from the computer.. 59 Transferring audio files... 60 Transferring files between a DVD disc and a computer... 60

7 Copy function

Selecting a copy mode and copy source. 49
Same project name in the destination. 50
Copying files and projects from a DVD to the HD... 50 Copying files and projects from the HD to DVD... 51 Creating an audio CD using a project on the HD... 52 Copying tracks from a CD to the HD. 53

10 Specifications, etc.

Analog I/O.. 61 Digital I/O.. 61 Other connections... 62 Audio performance.. 63 Physical, etc. specifications.. 63 Dimensional drawing. 64. Block diagram.. 65.

8 Effects

Setting up the effect position.. 55. Equalization.. 55. Dynamics processor.. 56
Thank you for your purchase of the TASCAM DV-RA1000HD High Definition Audio Master Recorder. This unit features the world's most advanced method of recording high-resolution stereo audio on optical disc or internal hard disk. Fitted with digital I/O in all common formats, including SDIF-3 (direct stream digital), as well as high-quality AD and DA conversion: the unit allows you to record and playback the following types of disc. (See Storage media on page 18.)

5 - CD playback & recording (p. 30) Describes
the functions available when the DV-RA1000HD is used as a CD player and recorder. Many playback functions can be used in the same manner to play DVDRW discs, DVDR discs, or the HD. Also, many recording functions can be used in the same manner to record to DVDRW discs or the HD.
6 - DVDRW/HD playback & recording (p. 40) Describes using the DV-RA1000HD as a DVD/
HD recorder, as well as editing and playing back files.
1 - Introduction (p. 7) (This chapter) Includes a
brief introduction to the DV-RA1000HD, precautions, and information about optical disc media.
7 - Copy function (p. 49) The DV-RA1000HD
2 - Names and functions (p. 12) Outlines the
function of each component on the front panel and the remote control unit. Refer to Chapter 3 for information on the rear panel connectors.
copy function enables you to duplicate a disc or copy files between discs. You can use DVDRW, DVDR, CD-R, or CD-RW discs or the HD as the copy source or the copy destination.
8 - Effects (p. 55) Describes how to use the builtin effects (EQ and dynamics).
9 - Using with a computer (p. 59) Describes
how to use the DV-RA1000HD when it is connected to a computer.
10 - Specifications (p. 61) Includes the specifications and diagrams of the DV-RA1000HD.

Notes and warnings

WARNING
mance may suffer if the instructions are not followed.
These warnings should be taken very seriously. They describe situations which can cause injury, or damage to equipment if the instructions are not followed.

CAUTION

These notes provide additional explanations for special cases, etc.
Cautions show that you may lose data or perfor-
We give hints and tips on using the unit in this way.

Copyright

Windows, Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows Me, Windows 98 and Windows 95 are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Macintosh, MacOS, and MacOS X are trademarks of Apple Computer.
This product is designed to help you record and reproduce sound works to which you own the copyright, or where you have obtained permission from the copyright holder or the rightful licensor. Unless

REMOTE IN Connect only the supplied wired
word sync master in a setup, outputting the frequency of the current project. THRU echoes the sync received at IN and is terminated automatically if nothing is connected.
RC-RA1000 remote control unit to this jack. Since the remote control unit is a wired unit, the DV-RA1000HD will respond to the key presses on the remote control unit precisely. It does not require any batteries, and you do not need to point at the DV-RA1000HD for operation.
PHONES Connect a standard set of stereo headphones
to this front panel 1/4" jack. Adjust the level with the control above the jack.
When in DSD recording mode, the DV-RA1000HD inputs and outputs word sync at 44.1 kHz. Under these conditions, the input sync can be 6% away from the norm.
KEYBOARD (front panel) Connect a computer
USB Connect a suitably-equipped computer using a
USB 2.0 cable. The DV-RA1000HD appears as a mass storage device, requiring no driver software. USB connection enables you to transfer audio files on the HD of DV-RA1000HD to the computer, and transfer audio files on the computer to the DV-RA1000HD. (See Use with a computer on page 59.)
PS/2 keyboard (US standard layout) to this jack located on the right side of the front panel to name files and projects, and to create project notes.

HDD and ODD

Drive mode
The DV-RA1000HD is equipped with a DVD drive and hard disk drive. Since a DVD drive plays optical discs, such as CDs and DVDs, it is referred to as an ODD (Optical Disc Drive) in this manual. The hard disk drive is referred to as HDD (Hrad Disc Drive). The DV-RA1000HD enables you to switch between ODD mode and HDD mode. In ODD mode, you cannot use the HDD. In HDD mode, you cannot use the ODD (excluding opening and closing of the disc tray). When you press the ODD key in HDD mode, the DV-RA1000HD will save the current project in the HD, then switch to ODD mode. When you press the HDD key while operating a DVD disc in ODD mode, the DV-RA1000HD will perform the Save UDFMI function, then switch to HDD mode.

Storage media

The DV-RA1000HD enables you to record data on the internal HD, or to various optical discs, such as CD-R, CD-RW, DVD-R, DVD+R, DVD-RW, and DVD+RW. The functions available with these discs vary depending on the type of media. For example, some types of discs are writable, and some are not. Some are rewritable, and some are not. Select an appropriate disc to suit your purpose. There are also different disc formats, depending on the type of media. However, any format is compatible with Windows and Macintosh computers. Internal HD The HD of DV-RA1000HD enables you to record audio data that is compatible with computer-based digital audio workstations. You can select 44.1/48 kHz, 88.2/96 kHz, 176.4/192 kHz and 24-bit. The DSD format recording is available, too. You can also write data to the HD using copy mode, or record data directly. The hard disk format is FAT32. DVD+RW and DVD-RW These discs also enable you to record audio data that is compatible with computer based digital audio workstations. You can also write data to the HD using copy mode, or record data directly. The disc format is UDF1.5. When you eject a disc or shut down the DV-RA1000HD, the disc drive writes the UDF management information (required for the DV-RA1000HD to read information on the disc) to the disc. You must perform the close operation when using a DVD-RW disc on the DV-RA1000HD to enable your computer to read data from the disc.

Reference level 9dB Figure 4.9: The preference screens 14dB 16dB 18dB 20dB Nominal level +6dBu +4dBu +4dBu +4dBu +4dBu Table 4.10: Reference level Maximal level +15dBu +18dBu +20dBu +22dBu +24dBu
3 Use the F1 through F4 keys as cursor keys to navigate around the screen, and the JOG/DATA dial (except for the short cut parameter) to change the highlighted parameter, as detailed below. after changing the settings.
4 Press ENTER to return to the system setup menu Meter release (METER RELEASE TIME) This parameter can
be set to Slow, Mid, or Fast.
Resume playback (RESUME) The DV-RA1000HD can
be set to resume playback or recording from the point where it stopped when the STOP key is pressed. This point is retained even when the unit is powered off. Select either ON or OFF for this option.
Meter hold time (PEAK HOLD) This parameter can be
set to OFF 1 or 2 seconds (1s or 2s) or HOLD, in , which the peak reading is held until this parameter is reset.
You can press STOP and the return to zero.

key together to

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This function also works when recording.
LCD brightness (LCD BRIGHTNESS) You can adjust the
brightness of the LCD backlight in the range of 1 through 6. The LCD backlight will be brighter with higher values.
you are connecting to the PS/2 connector on the DV-RA1000HD. Select either US (101-key (US) keyboard) or JPN (106-key (Japanese) keyboard).
DSD seamless play (DSD SEAMLESS PLAY) This param-
Keyboard type (KEYBOARD TYPE) This param-
eter enables you to specify the type of keyboard
eter turns DSD seamless playback ON and OFF. A DSD file recorded on the DV-RA1000HD includes a small silent portion at the beginning of the file. The DSD seamless playback function will skip the playback of this silent portion.
Short cuts for screen access
You can assign menu items (that are commonlyaccessed from the home screen) to the function keys (F1 - F5). The following menu items have been assigned to the function keys as the default settings:

F1: F2: F3: F4: F5:

3 Using usual menu navigation technique, select a
menu item from the left column you wish to assign to one of the function keys as a short cut. (See Menu operations on page 21.) to assign the selected menu item.
4 Press the function key (F1 - F5) to which you wish
The right part of the screen will be updated to display the menu title as a new assignment.
I/O select Reference clock Calendar Preferences Save UDF management information
Follow the steps below to set up the short cuts:
If you change the mind and you do not want to assign the menu item to the function key, press and hold the function key for at least one second.

1 From the home screen, press the MENU key.

The main menu appears.

2 Select SYSTEM SETUP, then press ENTER. 3 Select CHECK , then press ENTER.
The check screen appears. screen you wish to view is assigned.
4 Press a function key to which the information Press the F1 (VERSION) key to view the firmware version numbers. The screen lists (from the top) the DV-RA1000HD firmware version number, firmware build number, and the internal drive firmware version number.
Figure 4.15: Battery level
Press the F3 (MEDIUM) key to display the media information. The screen indicates the support information regarding the currently-loaded DVD disc and the number of rewriting operations carried out on the disc.
Figure 4.14: Firmware version numbers

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Figure 4.16: Media information
Selecting the input source
The input source for recording can be selected as described here: If you are recording to a 176.4/192 kHz-sampling frequency DVD and HD, this option is not available, and AES/EBU is the only option available. If you are recording to a DSD DVD and HD, the signals will always be input and output through the BNC connectors. The DIO parameter here chooses the format in which the audio is sent and received: DSD-RAW, which is the raw DSD bit stream, or SDIF-3 (no other options are available). Consult the documentation for your other equipment to find out what format is most suitable for your setup. quency DVD and HD with AES/EBU selected as the input/output connector, there is an option to select double-wire or double-speed as the I/O format (MODE). The COAXIAL option allows double-speed mode only, and 176.4/192 kHz-sampling frequency is double-speed + double-wire mode, and cannot be changed. to the system setup menu.
2 Use the JOG/DATA dial to select I/O SELECT. Press 3 Use the JOG/DATA dial to select from the following screen:
6 Finally, in the case of 88.2/96 kHz-sampling fre-
Figure 4.17: Selecting the input source
4 First, choose between ANALOG and
DIGITAL on the INPUT parameter.
If you choose the analog option, remember that both the balanced XLR inputs and the unbalanced RCA inputs are active together, but you should only use one set. 88.2/96 kHz-sampling frequency PCM DVD and HD, select the DIO parameter (digital I/O) as either AES/EBU or COAXIAL (S/PDIF). The appropriate digital terminals will also be used for output of the digital signal.

Note that this function is not available on DVDs recorded in DSD mode. If the audio signal in a track does not exceed the specified threshold level, the top of the track will be located and the transport section will be paused.
Use the Virtual Front Panel (see The virtual front panel (VFP) on page 23) ACUE function or the remote control units A.CUE key to turn this function on or off.

Auto ready

This automatically cues up the playback position to the start of the next track after a track has been played and puts the DV-RA1000HD into the ready position (the READY key lights).
It can be combined with the Auto cue function (see Auto cue above) to position the playback at the start of the recorded material.
This feature can also be used with DVD playback.

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It is possible to create linear fades in and out when playing back. To display the fade time screen, press for at least one second the FADE switch on the play page of the virtual front panel, or the FADE key on the remote control unit. Use the F1 and F2 cursor keys and the JOG/DATA dial to set these values (between 0 seconds and 24 seconds). Fade times are set independently for fade-in and fadeout operations. Press ENTER to confirm the fade time settings.
Figure 5.3: Setting fade times
When playback starts and fade mode is selected, a fade-in starts. When playback stops (with the STOP key) and fade mode is selected, the fade-out starts. If the STOP key is pressed during the fade, playback stops immediately.

Timer start

The TIMER switch besides the transport keys on the front panel allows the DV-RA1000HD to start playback of the loaded disc automatically when power is supplied. If the DV-RA1000HD is in ODD mode or in HDD mode with a disc already loaded, the unit plays the project that was open prior to the last shut down, or from the last position if resume playback is selected. (See Resume playback on page 24.)
Repeat settings (see Repeat playback on page 31) for the whole disc or single track are memorized when the power is turned off and on again, but the A-B mode and the A and B points are not memorized.
When using this function, remember to shut down the unit properly (see Shut down on page 19) before turning off the power, to avoid possible data loss.

Recording

The following functions are available when recording to CD-R or CD-RW. Many are also available when recording to DVDRW or HD.
Basic recording operation
The transport keys enable you to record discs as if you were using a standard recorder.

copying from the disc is possible.
PROHIBIT(prohibited) copy prohibit is enabled.
No digital copying is possible.

Finalizing discs

When recording has taken place on a CD-R or CD-RW disc, the TOC must be written to allow the disc to be played on ordinary CD players. Press the on-screen FINALIZE switch in the Virtual Front Panel (see The virtual front panel (VFP) on page 23) to bring up a pop-up message. Press ENTER to finalize the disc, or CANCEL to return to the VFP. The screen shows an appropriate message while finalization is taking place (about a minute). No cancellation is possible until the finalization is complete.
This function may also be accessed through the dedicated FINALIZE key on the RC-RA1000.

Unfinalizing discs

This is the opposite of finalizingremoving the TOC to allow more tracks to be added (subject to the space available on the disc). This is only possible with CD-RW discs, of course. To unfinalize a disc, press the on-screen UNFINAL switch in the Virtual Front Panel (see The virtual front panel (VFP) on page 23) to bring up a pop-up message. Press ENTER to unfinalize the disc, or CANCEL to return to the VFP. The screen shows an appropriate message while the disc is being unfinalized (about a minute).
This function may also be accessed through the dedicated UNFINALIZE key on the RC-RA1000.

Erasing discs (CD-RW)

CD-RW discs can be erased and reused using the erase function available from the VFP. To erase a disc, press the on-screen ERASE switch in the Virtual Front Panel (see The virtual front panel (VFP) on page 23) to select either a full erase of the disc (Full Erase) or a faster erase (Fast Erase) process and bring up a pop-up message. Press ENTER to erase the disc, or CANCEL to return to the VFP.
The Fast Erase process removes only the TOC, but not the entire data.

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DVDRW HD
A maximum of 99 marks can be added to a disc (CD) or to a project (DVDRW/HD) to help with location, etc. These marks can be edited.
Pressing and holding the DISPLAY key and then pressing the MARK key brings up the locate list screen. Use the JOG/DATA dial to scroll through the list. Marks are displayed in the order they appear in the play list (DVD/HD). If the play list order changes, so does the mark list order.
Although marks can be added to a CD recording project (or to a pre-recorded CD), they are not stored when the CD is ejected. Marks can be stored on a DVD or in the HD as information. Note, however, that the marks will not be saved if you do not write the UDFMI to the disc. (See Writing the UDFMI on page 40.) You do not need to write the UDFMI manually in an HDD project.
Press the MARK key to add a mark at the point where the key was pressed. Set mark! appears for a second to let you know the mark has been set. Marks can be added when stopped, paused, playing back or recording.

Writing the UDFMI

In order for the DV-RA1000HD to read the information on a DVDRW disc, control information referred as UDFMI (UDF Management Information) must be written to the disc. Although the DV-RA1000HD writes this control information at key events, such as when the disc is ejected, when the unit is shut down (see Shut down on page 19), or when ODD/HDD mode is switched, unexpected power loss may cause a disc to appear unreadable. To write the UDFMI manually:
This SAVE UDFMI function is also installed by default as a short cut using function key F5. (See Short cuts for screen access on page 25.)
1 While the transport section is stopped, select the
DISC sub-menu from the main menu.
2 Highlight the SAVE UDFMI item and press ENTER. 3 A popup asks you if you are sure. Press ENTER to
continue, and a progress bar shows the progress of the operation. Press CANCEL to cancel the operation.
There is a limit to the number of times that DVDRW media used by the DV-RA1000HD can be written. This also applies to the UDFMI. It is impossible to provide definite guidelines on the number of times this is possible, but the type of media, environmental factors, etc. introduce an element of unpredictability. We therefore recommend that wherever possible, you use new media for important recording projects, to prevent the possibility of data loss caused by media errors.
Viewing the number of rewriting times
The number of times the current disc has been rewritten can be viewed in the check screen. Select CHECK in the system setup menu to display the check screen. Then, press the F3 (MEDIUM) key to view the number. (See The check screen on page 26.)

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Recording times and track lengths
DVDRW discs recording The total time recordable on a DVDRW single-layer disc depends on the sampling frequency. In addition, the maximum file size is fixed at 2GB. This means that the maximum recording time per track also varies according to the sampling frequency. All audio files must be at least four seconds in length.
Sampling frequency 44.1 kHz kHz kHz 88.2 kHz 176.4kHz 192 kHz 2.8224 MHz Recording type PCM PCM PCM PCM PCM PCM DSD Disc time (minutes) 107 Maximum track length (minutes) 50
Table 6.1: Sampling frequencies and recording times
HD recording The total time recordable on the HD is significantly longer than the time recordable on a DVDRW disc. However, the maximum file length on the HD is the same as for a DVDRW disc. There is a limit to the recording time for each project.
Sampling frequency 44.1 kHz 48.0 kHz 88.2 kHz 96.0 kHz 176.4 kHz 192.0 kHz 2.8224 MHz Recording type PCM PCM PCM PCM PCM PCM DSD
All audio files on the HD must be at least four seconds in length. The following recording times are estimates. You cannot extend the recording time beyond the maximum time specified for each project.

2 When the READY indicator is lit, press PLAY to
While recording, the display shows either the elapsed time of the track, or the remaining time on the disc (change this with the DISPLAY key). Note that if the recording mode is set to Overwrite, the elapsed time of the overwritten track is shown.
In the same way as when the DV-RA1000HD is recording CDs, pressing RECORD while recording will create a track division. Also, to create several tracks from one recording (for example, when making a live recording), you can use the file divide function. (See Dividing files on page 48.) Note that tracks divided in this way cannot be less than four seconds in length. Also note that repeated track divisions creating many short tracks (of five seconds or so) may cause the unit to stop recording. We recommend that you use manual track division to create tracks of about 30 seconds in duration. To mute recording (that is, recording silent part), press and hold the MUTE key. Release the MUTE key to unmute recording. While recording is muted, the MUTE key indicator lights up.
4 Press STOP to finish recording.

Recording mode

In normal recording mode, stopping and restarting a recording will create a new track. On the other hand, in overwrite mode, restarting a recording will overwrite data from the current position in the same track. For example, if you stop then resume recording, a new track will not be added to the disc. Instead, recording will continue from the point at which you previously stopped on the same track. If the playback position is located in the middle of the current file and you start recording in overwrite mode, new data will be written over the existing data from the point at which you started recording, in much the same way as an analog tape recorder.
To select a recording mode, use the RMODE switch on the rec page of the virtual front panel, or the RECMODE key on the RC-RA1000 remote control unit. Normal mode N appears above the RMODE switch on the rec page of the virtual front panel. Overwriting mode O appears above the RMODE switch on the rec page of the virtual front panel.
Overwriting mode is available only for recording in PCM mode on a DVDRW disc or in the HD.
To view the current recording mode, open the rec page of the virtual front panel. The mode setting is not displayed on the home screen.

Playing back files

Use the DV-RA1000HD in much the same way as a CD player when playing back the files recorded on a DVDRW disc or HD. Repeat functions, etc. will work as with CDs.
During DVD or HD playback, neither Start ID nor Track ID is transmitted from the AES/EBU or S/PDIF outputs. (Both IDs are transmitted from the S/PDIF output during CD playback.)

10 After you edit the text, press the ENTER key.

11 Press the ENTER key.

12 To create another audio CD, press the ENTER
The DV-RA1000HD automatically opens the tray. Insert a destination CD into the tray, then press the ENTER key. The DV-RA1000HD retracts the tray, then starts to check the disc.
Copying tracks from a CD to the HD
You can copy the tracks on a CD into a 44.1kHz/24-bit project on the HD of DV-RA1000HD. The tracks are copied in BWF format. Copy IDs on a CD are used for tracks in the project play list. If copy-prohibited tracks are copied onto the HD as BWF files, you will be unable to edit these tracks (that is, you will be unable to divide or combine these tracks), nor can you copy them to a CD-R/RW disc. For more information, see Selecting a copy mode and copy source on page 49. which you wish to copy the tracks.
3 Use the F1 and F2 keys to select a project into 4 After selecting a project, press the ENTER key.
The DV-RA1000HD displays in the source track selection screen a list of all tracks on the CD. (Note that tracks with Copy ID set to Prohibit will not be included in the list.)
1 Select CD to HD in the copy menu screen. 2 Insert a copy source CD following the instructions on the screen. The DV-RA1000HD displays a destination project selection screen that includes a list of projects that are in 44.1 kHz format on the HD.
Figure 7.11: List of tracks on the CD
5 Select the tracks you wish to copy.
To select a highlighted track, press the F1 (SELECT) key. The selected track is marked with a check mark to the left of its name. Press the F1 key again to deselect the checkmarked tracks.
Figure 7.10: Selecting a copy destination project
To select all tracks, press the F2 (ALL SEL.) key. To deselect all selected tracks, press the F3 (ALL REL.) key. key. mode, F3 and F4 keys to move the cursor, and the JOG/DATA dial to select a character. You can also input characters using a keyboard connected to the PS/2 connector. key.
6 When you finish selecting tracks, press the ENTER
The DV-RA1000HD displays a screen that enables you to edit the name of the files that will be duplicated in the specified project.
8 When you finish editing the text, press the ENTER
The unit displays a message that requests confirmation for copying tracks to the HD. If a file in the HD uses the same name as the selected source file, the DV-RA1000HD displays a duplicate file screen that lists all files that use the same name. Follow the procedure in the Same project name in the destination section to resolve the name duplicate issues, then press the ENTER key.

1 From the effect setting screen (see Figure 8.1, Effect setting screen), press the F2 (DYN) key.
Figure 8.3: Dynamics crossover screen

Input level

Dynamics setting

Threshold

Attack & Output release level Gain Gain reduction
Figure 8.4: Dynamics processor band settings
5 For each band of the processor, the following
parameters are available (the screen shows the setting, and in many cases, a graphic changes to reflect the changes made to the parameter value). Use the F1 and F2 keys to navigate, and the JOG/DATA dial to change values.
THRESHOLD: The input signal level at which the
compressor/expander starts to operate. cessed signal levels.
RATIO: The ratio between the original and proKNEE: The shape of the change before and
after the signal reaches the threshold level.

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The slowest slope is set by the value 5.
GAIN: The output level of the signal processed RELEASE: The time the processed signal takes
by the compressor/expander.
ATTACK: The time the processed signal takes
to return to unprocessed after the input signal falls below the threshold (compressor) or exceeds the threshold level (expander).

and off.

to achieve the specified ratio after the input signal exceeds the threshold (compressor) or falls below the threshold (expander).
6 Use F4 (SW) to turn the dynamics processor on 7 Press ENTER to confirm these settings.

Effect libraries

The DV-RA1000HD effect libraries, located on the HD, enable you to store and recall effect (EQ and dynamics) settings that can be shared by all projects. The EQ library and dynamics library each feature a preset library that stores preset data and a user library that can store user-defined settings. The EQ and dynamics libraries are each divided into two categories: a preset library that contains preset data, and a user library that can store user-defined settings. The EQ library and dynamics library can each store up to 99 sets of preset or user library data.

Recalling library data

Follow the steps below to recall stored preset data or user data.
1 While the EQ setting screen (or dynamics setting
screen) is displayed, press and hold the ENTER key for at least one second. The DV-RA1000HD displays the EQ library screen (or dynamics library screen).
Figure 8.6: Dynamics library screen To return to the EQ setting screen (or dynamics setting screen) while the EQ library screen (or dynamics library screen) is displayed, press the CANCEL key.
2 Move the cursor to the desired library data you
Figure 8.5: EQ library screen

want to recall.

3 Press the F2 (LOAD) key.
The DV-RA1000HD applies the recalled library data to the effect parameters, then displays the EQ setting screen (or dynamics setting screen).

Storing library data

You can store the current effect settings as user data.
2 Move the cursor to the library data location to
which you want to store the current settings.
You cannot store the settings to the preset data location.
3 Press the F1 (SAVE) key.
The DV-RA1000HD stores the current parameter settings as the selected library data, then displays the EQ setting screen (or dynamics setting screen).
To return to the EQ setting screen (or dynamics setting screen) while the EQ library screen (or dynamics library screen) is displayed, press the CANCEL key.

Naming library data

You can change the name of user library data.
1 While the EQ library screen (or dynamics library
screen) is displayed, press the F3 or F4 key to enter library name edit mode.
You can use up to 20 characters for a library data name.
3 When you finish editing the name, press the
The edit is confirmed, and the EQ library screen (or dynamics library screen) is displayed.
You can now move the cursor to individual characters. projects, marks, etc. on page 29, edit the library data name.
2 Following the instructions in Naming files,
To cancel the edit and return to the EQ library screen (or dynamics library screen), press the CANCEL key, instead of the ENTER key.

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The DV-RA1000HD will work with the following Microsoft operating systems: Windows 2000 and Windows XP. It will work with the following operating systems from Apple Computer: MacOS 9.2.2 and above, and MacOS X 10.2 and above. For all the above operating systems, no driver is required. The HD of DV-RA1000HD simply appears as a USB mass storage device.
You should always follow your computers instructions on how to disconnect a USB removable drive safely from your system. If you do not do this, there is a risk of data corruption on your computer.
Connecting the DV-RA1000HD to a computer
Only use a high-quality cable certified for use with USB 2.0 systems.
2 A popup menu on the DV-RA1000HD screen asks
you if you want to connect to the computer. Press ENTER (or CANCEL to cancel).

After you transfer a computers file to DVDRW disc formatted with the DV-RA1000HD, you must add the file to the play list on the DVDRW by restructuring the play list. (See Restructuring the play list on page 46.)

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Analog I/O
Balanced inputs Connector: Input impedance Nominal input level Maximum input level Unbalanced inputs Connector Input impedance Nominal input level Maximum input level Balanced outputs Connector Output impedance Nominal output level Maximum output level Unbalanced outputs Connector Output impedance Nominal output level Maximum output level Phones output (stereo) Connector Max output power 3-pin XLR female x 2 (1: GND, 2: Hot, 3: Cold) > 10 k @ 1 kHz +6 dBu (at max. +15 dBu), +4 dBu (at all other levels) +15 dBu, +18 dBu, +20 dBu, +22 dBu, +24 dBu (switchable) Unbalanced RCA pin jacks x 2 > 10 k @ 1 kHz 10 dBV +6 dBV 3-pin XLR male x 2 (1: GND, 2: Hot, 3: Cold) 220 +6 dBu (at max. +15 dBu), +4 dBu (at all other levels) +15 dBu, +18 dBu, +20 dBu, +22 dBu, +24 dBu (switchable) Unbalanced RCA pin jacks x 10 dBV +6 dBV 1/4 " stereo jack (T = L, R = R, S = GND) x mW + 80 mW (30 )

Digital I/O

PCM inputs (XLR) Connector: Signal type Input frequencies (kHz) Data format Input impedance Nominal input level Minimum signal level Intrinsic jitter PCM inputs (RCA) Connector: Signal type Input frequencies (kHz) Data format Input impedance Nominal input level Minimum signal level Intrinsic jitter 3-pin XLR female x 2 (1: GND, 2: Hot, 3: Cold) IEC-60958-4, AES-3-1992 44.1/48, 88.2/96 (double-speed or double-wire), 176.4/192 (double-speed + double-wire) all 6% 16-bit (44.1 kHz, CD-DA), 24-bit (PCM recording to DVDRW or HD) 110 20% 27 Vpp 200 mVpp <0.025UI (4 ns @ 48 kHz) RCA (pin) jack x 1 IEC-60958-3 44.1/48, 88.2/96 (double-speed ), all 6% 16-bit (44.1 kHz, CD-DA), 24-bit (44.1 kHz/48 kHz, 88.2/96 kHz to DVDRW or HD) 75 20% 0.5 Vp-p 0.2 Vp-p <0.025UI (4 ns @ 48 kHz)
DSD inputs (BNC) Connector Signal type Signal level Input impedance Clock synchronization PCM outputs (XLR) Connector: Signal type Output frequencies (kHz) Data format Output impedance Nominal output level Intrinsic jitter PCM outputs (RCA) Connector: Signal type Output frequencies (kHz) Data format Output impedance Nominal output level Intrinsic jitter DSD outputs (BNC) Connector Signal type Signal level Output impedance Clock synchronization BNC connectors x 2 Sony SDIF-3 format / DSD-Raw 2 V to 5 V (equivalent to 5V TTL) 75 , 10% Must be synchronized to 44.1 kHz at WORD SYNC IN or use internal clock at 44.1 kHz 3-pin XLR male x 2 (1: GND, 2: Hot, 3: Cold) IEC-60958-4, AES-3-1992 44.1/48, 88.2/96 (double-speed or double-wire), 176.4/192 (double-speed + double-wire) all 6% 16-bit (44.1 kHz, CD-DA), 24-bit (PCM recording to DVDRW or HD) 110 20% 25 Vpp <0.025UI (4 ns @ 48 kHz) RCA (pin) jack x 1 IEC60958-3 44.1/48, 88.2/96 (double-speed ), all 6% 16-bit (44.1 kHz, CD-DA), 24-bit (44.1 kHz/48 kHz, 88.2/96 kHz to DVDRW or HD) 75 20% 0.5 Vpp (typical) <0.025UI (4 ns @ 48 kHz) BNC connectors x 2 Sony SDIF-3 format / DSD-Raw 2 V to 5 V (equivalent to 5V TTL) 10 Must be synchronized to 44.1 kHz at WORD SYNC IN or use internal clock

RS-232

DV-RA1000HD

Technical Documentation

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

The TASCAM DV-RA1000HD features the worlds most advanced method of recording high-resolution stereo audio on optical disk or internal 60GB hard drive. The DVRA1000HD is fitted with digital I/O in all common formats, including S/DIF3 (Direct Stream Digital), as well as high quality AD and DA conversion. The DVRA1000HD can be connected to a personal computer, through USB 2.0, where files can be transferred for further processing, editing, and mastering. Edit titles and add project notes with PS/2 keyboard connected to the front panel. The DV-RA1000HD contains an A/C independent clock/calendar which timestamps all files recorded on a DVD/HD that can be viewed when connected to a computer. The DV-RA1000HD includes DSP for EQ and dynamics processing that can be inserted on recording or playback. The DV-RA1000HD can provide more than 60 hours of recording to hard drive and burn these files to CD or DVD, making it ideal for event recording, archival, and extended playback applications.

MSRP $ 2,499.00

High-quality stereo recording at up to 192kHz/24bit or DSD format Records to Built-in 60GB hard drive, DVD+RW, CD-R/RW media Archives to DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R and DVD+RW discs Multi-band compression and 3-band EQ mixdown effects USB 2.0 connection to PC for use as DVD data drive Balanced AES/EBU inputs and outputs, running at normal, double-speed and double-wire formats Records to standard CD-DA, Broadcast Wave and DSDIFF formats Various play and record modes such as auto track increment, auto cue, auto ready, single/continuous play, program A/B play and synchronized recording.
TASCAM 7733 Telegraph Road
User-definable function keys Large, backlit LCD display Word Sync In, Out, Thru RS-232C serial control 6% pitch control Fade in/out Jog playback Power on play feature Wired remote control (RCRA1000) included Headphone output PS/2 keyboard connector for title editing
Montebello, CA 90640 (323) 726-0303 http://www.tascamcontractor.com
All features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Contact your local TASCAM representative for the latest information.

TASCAM DV-RA1000HD

CONSULTANTS AND SYSTEM DESIGN SPECIFICATIONS
The DV-RA1000HD, 2U rack-mountable, high definition Audio Master Recorder equipped with an internal 60GB hard disk and a optical drive, which records to CD-R/RW and DVD+RW discs, and archives to DVD-R, DVD-RW, DVD+R, and DVD+RW discs. The unit records high quality stereo up to 192kHz/24bit or DSD format to standard CD-DA, Broadcast Wave, and DSDIFF formats. Multi-band compression and 3-band EQ are included; both assignable to record or playback. The DV-RA1000HD includes a USB 2.0 connection to PC for use as a DVD data drive and works with the following operating systems; Windows 2000, Windows XP, MacOS 9.22 and above, and MacOS X 10.2 and above. (No driver is required) Standard features include Pitch Control (+/- 6%), Auto Cue, Timer start, Synchronized Recording, Multiple Playback Modes, copy files and projects between HD and Optical drive, user assignable function keys, Fade I/O, Auto Track Increment, Power On Play, Headphone Out w/level control, monitoring between playback and input, and a built in oscillator. Word Sync In, Out, and Thru is provided via rear panel BNC connectors as well as RS-232 Serial Control. Also included is a wired RC-RA1000 remote control. A Front Panel PS/2 keyboard input for convenient project notes and titling. Analog Inputs/Outputs are unbalanced RCA and Balanced XLR and Digital Inputs/Outputs are AES/EBU, S/PDIF and DSD Input/Output SDIF-3 and DSD-raw.
RECORDING TIMES AND TRACK TIME LENGTHS

HD Recording

DVD +/- RW Discs Recording

PANELS

APPROVED MEDIA
Certain brands of disc have been tested with the unit and are therefore listed as supported. DVDRW Ricoh,Verbatim,TDK,Philips,Sony 2x - 6x DVDR Ricoh,Verbatim,TDK,Maxell,Sony 4x - 16x The use of these discs is strongly recommended in order to achieve optimum results.

SPECIFICATIONS

Audio performance
These figures all measure analog-to-analog performance. Frequency response All modes at 40 kHz 1 dB (1 dB) at 50 kHz 3 dB (1 dB) at 70 kHz 3 dB (+1 dB/2 dB) Total Harmonic Distortion (typical) PCM, DSD Signal-to-noise ratio (typical) ADC DAC Crosstalk Click noise Difference between channel levels 20 Hz 20 kHz (0.5 dB) Fs = 88.2/96 kHz DSD mode Fs=176.4/192 kHz 0.004% (f=1 kHz, AES-17LPF, AD to DA) 110 dB (A-weighting, AES-17LPF, DVD recording) 120 dB (A-weighting, AES-17LPF, DVD recording) >97 dB, f=1 kHz, AES17-LPF, DVDRW/HD recording <0 dB = 16 dBFS <1.0 dB, 1 kHz, 0 dBFS

Physical, etc. specifications
CONTROL I/O (serial) connector Control protocol Communication protocol REMOTE IN (from RC-RA1000) Connector 2.5 mm stereo mini-jack KEYBOARD Connector Compatibility Voltage requirements Power consumption Dimensions (w x h x d) Weight Operating temperature Connector D-sub 9-pin female TASCAM optical disc control protocol a RS-232C
Standard PS/2 mini-DIN connector 101-key (US) keyboard or 106-key (Japanese) PS/2 keyboard AC100-240 V, 50/60 Hz 33 W 483 x 95 x 357 (mm) 19 x 3.75 x 14.1 (in) 6.8 kg (15 lbs), excluding remote control unit 5C to 35C (41F to 95F)