Tascam DA-88 - Error Message Reference; Warning Indicator Lights

In the Analog output mode, the analog outputs are timed to compensate for the D/A conversion time as well as the
anticipatory A/D conversion time (42 samples in total as shown). But this in turn disturbs the digital output
timing. On the other hand, in the Digital output mode, the analog outputs will lag because this mode disables the
compensation circuit so that the digital outputs are timed as it should.
oo
42Fs
A OUT A
D OUT D IN
OO
MASTER
SLAVE
Error Messages
E.CL0C:
No clock is coming in. Or, the CLOCK switch is not set to
match an incoming clock. Check also if the slave machines
(ID-numbered 1-15) are correctly connected in series through
their SYNC IN/OUT connectors, and if the master is ID-
numbered 0.
E.E.c u t:
The tape has broken. The only remedy is replacement of the
tape.
E.d i o :
The DIGITAL I/O port is accidentally unplugged.
E.d E :
Condensation occurred on the head drum. Leave the machine for
1 or 2 hours with the power switched on until it stabilizes at the
temperature of its operating environment.
E.H I-BE:
A different tape from the Hi8 is inserted. Use Hi8 tapes only.
E.t h i n.E :
The tape inserted is too thin (less than 8 pm). Use P6/E6-120
(or P5/E5-90) or shorter tapes.
5 -Err 8
This shows the incident of error in the mechanics (the ”8" is
variable).
If this message appears, switch the power off, then switch it on
again. If the message does not go out, repeat the on/off
switching or try ejecting and reinserting the tape several times.
If all attempts are of no avail, please contact TASCAM or your
nearest TASCAM dealer.
WARNING LED
This indicator lights to indicate the following :
o Condensation on the head drum
o Tape has broken
o DIGITAL I/O port accidentally disconnected
o External clock not coming in correctly
o No time code plugged in (when the optional SY-88 is
installed)
o Time code setting not matched the type of incoming code
(when the optional SY-88 is installed)
If the indicator lights, check to see whether error messages
specify the problem in the display.
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