Tascam DR-05 User Manual

DR-05
Linear PCM Recorder
D01139520A
OWNER’S MANUAL
This device has a serial number located
inside the battery compartment. Please
record it and retain it for your records.
Serial number:
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Tascam DR-05 Specifications

General

MP3 bit rates	32 - 320 Kbit/s
Recording modes	High Quality (HQ)
Built-in microphone	Yes
Maximum recording time	- h
Audio formats supported	MP3, WAV
Display type	LCD
Backlight color	Orange
Built-in speaker(s)	-
Interface	USB
USB connector type	Micro-USB A
FM radio	No
Media types supported	Flash card
Battery technology	Alkaline
Compatible battery sizes	AA
Number of batteries supported	2
USB cable	1
Product color	Silver
Weight (imperial)	4 1/16 lbs
File type	.WAV, .mp3
Depth (imperial)	5 9/16 \
Width (imperial)	2 3/8 \
Height (imperial)	1 \

Weight and Dimensions

Weight	- g

Summary

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Cautions about Batteries

Precautions to prevent battery misuse, leakage, rupture, or other issues.

Quick Start Guide

2–Names and Functions of Parts

Top panel

Identifies and describes the components on the top panel of the DR-05.

Home Screen

Explains the status indicators and information displayed on the Home Screen.

Recording Screen

Details the information displayed on the Recording Screen during operation.

Playback Control screen

Describes the screen used for playback controls and settings.

Basic operation

3–Preparation

Powering the unit

Details on powering the unit via batteries, AC adapter, or USB.

Inserting and removing microSD cards

Step-by-step guide for inserting and removing microSD cards.

Preparing a microSD card for use

4–Recording

Selecting file format/sampling frequency/type, and maximum file size

Guide on selecting recording file formats, sampling frequency, and file size.

Adjusting the input level

Explains how to adjust input levels to prevent distortion or noise.

Using the Level Control Function

How to use automatic level control modes like Peak Reduction and Auto Level.

Recording

Procedures for starting, pausing, and stopping recordings.

5–Working with Files and Folders (BROWSE screen)

Screen navigation

File operations

6–Playback

Adjusting playback volume

Setting the playback area (AREA)

Playlist

Playback

Instructions on how to start playback from a stopped state.

Changing the playback speed (VSA)

Using the playback equalizer (PLAY EQ)

7–Quick Operations

Features of the QUICK button

Explains the various purposes and contexts for using the QUICK button.

Quick menu screen

Deleting the selected file (Quick Delete)

Dividing the selected file (DIVIDE)

Increasing the perceived overall sound pressure to enhance listenability (Level Alignment)

10–Connecting with a Computer

Transferring files to a computer

Steps for copying audio files from the unit to a computer.

Transferring files from a computer

How to copy audio files from a computer onto the unit's microSD card.

11–Settings and Information

Viewing File Information

System Settings and Formatting

How to adjust various system settings and format the microSD card.

Restoring the factory settings

Using QUICK FORMAT

Using FULL FORMAT

13–Troubleshooting

Power will not turn ON.

Troubleshooting steps if the unit fails to power on.

The unit does not function.

Steps to resolve issues when the unit is unresponsive or not working.

Playback does not work.

Recording does not work.