Tascam DA-98HR User Manual

DA-98HR
Digital Multitrack Recorder
OWNER’S MANUAL
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT
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the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure
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This appliance has a serial number
located on the rear panel. Please record
the model number and serial number
and retain them for your records.
Model number
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D00539600A

Tascam DA-98HR Specifications

General

Type	Digital Multitrack Recorder
Number of Tracks	8
Tape Format	Hi8
Sampling Rate	44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz
Bit Depth	16-bit, 24-bit
Remote Control	Yes, via RS-422
Frequency Response	20 Hz to 20 kHz
Outputs	8 x XLR (Analog)
Synchronization	Word Clock
Inputs	8 x XLR (Analog)

Summary

1 - Introduction to the DA-98HR

1.2 Features

Key features of the DA-98HR multitrack recorder, covering its capabilities and design.

2 - Front and rear panels

2.1 Front Panel controls

Overview of all controls and indicators on the DA-98HR's front panel for operation.

2.2 Rear Panel connectors

Detailed description of all connectors on the rear panel and their functions.

3 – Connections

3.2 Synchronization connections

Methods for synchronizing the DA-98HR with other digital audio devices and timecode.

5 – Monitoring modes

5.1 Monitoring controls

Details on controls affecting monitoring, including ALL INPUT and AUTO MON functions.

6 – Basic Operations

6.2 Formatting a tape

Step-by-step guide to format tapes for recording, setting sampling frequencies and resolution.

6.6 Punch-in and punch-out

Techniques for accurate punch-in/out recording using rehearsal and automatic modes.

8 – DTRS synchronization

8.1 Synchronization connections

Connecting multiple DTRS units using PW-88S cables for synchronized operation.

8.2 Machine ID and master/slave settings

Assigning unique IDs and configuring master/slave roles for DTRS synchronization.

8.5 Digital dubbing

Copying tapes between DTRS units digitally without quality loss.

9 – Operations related to timecode

9.1 ABS and SMPTE/EBU timecode

9.3 Recording timecode

9.6 Chasing to timecode

10 – External control

10.3 Use with 9-pin external control

10.5 MIDI Machine Control