Tascam DR-100 MKIII User manual

Type
User manual
DR-100
Portable Digital Recorder
Effective : May, 2009
S-0187
CONTENTS
1. Specifications 3
2. Test Mode
5
3. Updating of System Firmware
10
4. Message Display glossary
13
5. Block Diagram
18
6. Level Diagram
20
7. Exploded Views and Parts List
27
8. Notes for Disassembly / Assembly
30
9. PC Boards and Parts List
32
10. Included Accessories
43
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1. Specifications
TASCAM DR-100
Audio input ratings
XLR MIC IN (L, R) inputs
Connectors: XLR-3-32equivalent (balanced)
Input impedance: 1.2 k
GAIN HIGH setting
Standard input level: -58 dBu
Maximum input level: -42 dBu
GAIN MID setting
Standard input level: -36 dBu
Maximum input level: -20 dBu
GAIN LOW setting
Standard input level: -14 dBu
Maximum input level: +2 dBu
LINE IN input
Connector: 3.5 mm stereo minijack
Input impedance: 23 k
Standard input level: -10 dBV
Maximum input level: +6 dBV
LINE OUT output
Connector: 3.5 mm stereo minijack
Standard output level: -10 dBV
Maximum output level: +6 dBV
output
Connector: 3.5 mm stereo minijack
Maximum output : 25 mW + 25 mW
(with 32 headphone connection)
Built-in speakers
Output: 0.4 W
Audio performance
Frequency response (LINE IN LINE OUT):
20 Hz–20 kHz, +1/-3 dB (44.1 kHz)
20 Hz–22 kHz, +1/-3 dB (48 kHz)
Distortion (LINE IN LINE OUT):
Less than 0.01%
S/N ratio (LINE IN LINE OUT):
90 dB or more
Compatible audio files:
MP3 files: 32–320 kbps,
sampling frequency 44.1/48 kHz,
VBR playback, ID3 tag support up
to Ver 2.4
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WAV files: sampling frequency 44.1/48 kHz,
bit length: 16/24-bit
Recording media: SD cards (64 MB–2 GB) and
SDHC cards (4 GB–32 GB)
File system:
FAT partition: FAT16/32
Battery life (continuous operation):
Lithium ion battery (BP-L2):
About 5 hours (recording time)
About 5 hours (playback time)
Ni-MH batteries (HR15/51):
About 4 hours (recording time)
About 4 hours (playback time)
Alkaline batteries (LR6):
About 2 hours (recording time)
About 2 hours (playback time)
(Backlight off, set to 128-kbps mp3.Varies according to
use conditions.)
Operation temperature range:
0–40º C
Power consumption:
1.7 W (MP3 playback)
5.5 W (maximum)
External dimensions (mm):
80 (w) x 153 (h) x 35 (d)
(excluding protrusions)
Weight: 290 g (not including batteries)
Accessory (sold separately)
AC adapter: PS-P520
Requirements for connected computers
Windows: Pentium 300 MHz or better
128 MB or more memory USB port
(USB 2.0 recommended)
Macintosh: 266 MHz Power PC, iMac, G3, G4
or better
64MB or more memory
USB port (USB 2.0 recommended)
Recommended USB host controller:
Intel chipset
Supported OS:
Windows: Windows 2000 Professional SP4
or newer,Windows XP, Windows
Vista
Macintosh: Mac OS X 10.2 or newer
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Dimensional drawing
DATA encoder (0-999)
Shows the name of a key pressed
Power supply voltage (255 steps)
"Li" shown when powered on Li-Ion
battery; "AA" shown when powered on
AA battery;
"" shown when connected to an
AC outlet.
Read in input volume value
USB connection
Card detection
When card protecting SW is turned on, the
key mark is displayed.
Operation indicator
Event acceptance indicator. This indicator
reacts when keys are operated for example
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2. Test Mode
TASCAM DR-100
1. How to enter test mode
While holding down the HOME+MENU+ENTER keys,
switch the power on.
The LCD shows the following message: The LCD back-
light is lit.
2. Displays explained
3. Checking LEDs
REC LED: turns on when the REC key is pressed.
PEAK LED: turns on when the PLAY/PAUSE key is
pressed.
They turn off when the keys are held pressed for a certain
time.
4. Menu
Pressing the MENU key reveals the following menu.
Options are selectable using the
encoder.
ENTER: mode selection
MENU: back to the TOP screen
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2) CARD
Selecting "CARD" and pressing the ENTER key gets you to
the following menu:
"CARD"
Identify: Read in data
Pressing the ENTER key indicates the following informa-
tion:
INPUT
1) INPUT
Selecting "INPUT" and pressing the ENTER key gets you to
the following menu:
INPUT Select SW
MIC GAIN SW
Limiter SW
Phantom Power SW
Speaker Sw
Headphone Jack SW
Manufacturer ID
OEM/Application ID
Product name
Product revision
Product serial number
Manufacturing date
Raw Size
¯
Read One: Read in data from the card per sector
At each press of the
¯ key, data is read in from the card
per sector.
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Format: Card formatting
At a press of the REC key, the following screen appears:
If ENTER key is pressed at this screen, the card starts
being formatted. Upon completion of the formatting
process, "Complete" is displayed.
Pressing MENU brings you back to the top screen.
3) USB Check
Select "USB" and press the ENTER key.
Each time the ENTER key is pressed, the indication alter-
nates between ON and OFF.
"Complete"
"USB"
U S B C h e k
U
SB OF
EN ER -> ON
"LCD"
4) LCD Check
Select "LCD" and press ENTER key and the following are
displayed:
¯ Â
Contrast adjustment
(IO: +; LOP: -)
adjustment
(
¯: +; Â: -)
Characters for after-
image check
STOP/HOME key : Reverse
"RTC"
5) RTC Check
Select "RTC" and press ENTER key and the following are
displayed:
Real-time clock indication.(Date and time indication only)
C C h e c k
IME: 2 2 50
D
A E: 00 0 0
000
Time
Date (yy/mm/dd)
The year of 2000 is indicated as
"00".
Function start
Function cease
Receive key, Status Command
Firmware version of Remote control
MCU
Error
"Timeout " Time Out
"Unkown Res" Illegal response
"Unkown Key" Undefined key code
"Rx Error " Receive error
"System " System error
"Version " Inconsistent version
"CustomCode" Inconsistent custom code
"Unkown " Unknown error
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"EEPROM"
6) EEPROM Check
Select "EEPROM" and press ENTER key and the following
are displayed:
E P R O M C h e
READ : EN ER
W
RI E : REC
Reading...
Are you sure ?
Read in from the ROM
"Reading..." is displayed at a
press of the ENTER key.
Writing all zeros to the ROM
The writing process starts at a
press of the ENTER key in
response to "Are you sure?"
To cancel the process, press the
MENU key.
If errors occur during either the read or the write, the
following are displayed:
Timeout Err: No response from the EEPROM
Error: Errors at data send/receive time
Verify Err: Errors in verification during the write
process
7) REMOTE Check
Select "REMOTE" and press ENTER key and the following
are displayed:
Timeout Err:
Error:
Verify Err:
"REMOTE"
"Timeout "
"Unkown Res"
"Unkown Key"
"Rx Error "
"System "
"Version "
"CustomCode"
"Unkown "
"BG"
¯) Â
8) BG
Select "BG" and press ENTER key:
Background samples
FWD
¯) : Previous; REWÂ : Next
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9) VERSION Check
Select "VERSION" and press ENTER key and the following
are displayed:
"VERSION"
Model Name
Version of the system firmware.
The last 4 digits indicate a build
number
on which the system firmware
was built.
which the system firmware was
built.
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3.
Updating of Firmware
TASCAM DR-100
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1. Preparations
1) Make the connection between this unit and the PC using a
USB cable.
2) Place the update file in the UTILITY folder in the unit.
3) Perform the USB device "remove" action on the PC, and
then switch off the power to the unit.
2. START-UP
While holding down the PLAY and MENU keys, switch the
power on.
The LCD looks like this:
R O G R A M U P D A
DR 0_ 5 0
DR 0_ 6 . 0
DR 0_ 7 . 02
Update files are shown with extensions.
The USB connection can be made at this point.
When USB connected, the normal USB screen appears.
When unplugging the USB cable, the unit shifts to the
normal start-up.
That is to say, the update screen reappears when
unplugging the USB cable while holding down the PLAY
and MENU keys.
3. Displays explained
1) When only a single file is available:
R O G A M U P D A
DR 0_ 7 . 02
2) When multiple files are available:
P R O G R A M U P D A E
R- 00_ 5 . 0
R- 00_ 6 . 0
R-100_ 7 . 02
When there are 6 or more files, use the dial to move the
cursor over them.
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3) When no update file is available:
Nothing can be done.
P R G R A M U P D A E
No Upda e ile
4. File confirmation
Select a target file and press the ENTER key .
R O G A M P D A E
DR- 0_17 . 02
0 ˘ 0
Are you s re ?
Name of the file selected
Current version at left and
New version at right
5. Getting update started
The update process starts when pressing the ENTER key .
P R O G R M U P D A E
R- 00_ . 02
. 0 ˘ . 0
Era ing .
0 / 3 ]
Task progress.
FLASH sector number
Writing progress by sector
Pressing the MENU key brings you back to the file selec-
tion screen, as at step 2, without performing the update.
6. Completion
P R O G R A M U P A E
R- 00 7 . 02
0 / 3
Upda e
Com le e
Upon completion of the update process, "Complete" is
displayed and the unit automatically switched off.
"Complete"
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7. Error messages
1) If an error occurs when selecting a file, the
following messages appear:
The product ID of the file does not match (the file may be for other products).
Product
The file version is older than the current one.
Old Version
The checksum does not match.
Checksum
Error in file reading.
Update File
Messages
Meaning
2) If an error occurs in the data rewriting process, the
following messages appear:
Error in erasing.
Flash Erase
Blank error as a result of data erasure.
Flash Blank
Error in writing.
Flash Write
Error in verification after data has been written.
Flash Verify
Messages
Meaning
The IN and OUT points are too close together. Reset the IN and OUT points with at least 1 sec-
ond between them.
I/O Too Short
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4.
Message Display glossary
TASCAM DR-100
File Not Found
PLAYLIST
Battery Empty
The DIVIDE function would cause the file name to exceed 200 characters. The DIVIDE function
adds "_a" or "_b" to the end of the file name. Before choosing the DIVIDE function, connect the
unit to a computer and edit the file name to less than 198 characters.
File Name ERR
The DIVIDE function would cause the file name to be the same as that of an existing file. The
DIVIDE function adds "_a" or "_b" to the end of the file name. Before choosing the DIVIDE func-
tion, connect the unit to a computer and edit the file name.
The file added to the playlist cannot be found or a file could be damaged. Please check the file in
question.
The audio file is not a supported format. Check the file format (using a.computer).
The battery is almost out of power. Recharge the lithium-ion battery and/or replace the AA batteries.
The file in the Playlist cannot be found. Please confirm that the file is still in the Music Folder.
No files have been added to the Playlist. Add a file to the Playlist or change the play mode to
something besides PLAYLIST.
The playlist is full. You cannot add more than 99 tracks to the Playlist.
Dup File Name
File not found
Non-Supported
No PLAYLIST
PLAYLIST FULL
Messages
Meaning and response
The following is a list of the popup messages that
might appear on the DR-100 under certain condi-
tions.
Refer to this list if one of these popup messages
appears and you want to check the meaning or
determine a proper response.
The file is larger than the designated size or the recording time exceeds 24 hours.
Max File Size
The position selected for divide is not suitable (too close to the beginning or end of a track).
Can't Divide
Folders can be created down to two layers. You cannot create a new folder inside the current folder.
Layer too Deep
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The card has no remaining capacity. Erase unnecessary files or move them to your computer
to.make open space.
Card Full
Write Timeout
The system file required to operate this unit is invalid. When this message appears, press
ENTER/MARK to automatically create a system file.
Invalid SysFile
Make Sys File
Invalid Card
Change Card
This appears when the card is protected and lacks the necessary Music Folder and other folders
and files. Unlock the write protect switch, restart the power and format the card.
Protected Card
Change Card
The FAT formatting of the card is abnormal or broken. This message also appears if you FAT for-
matted the card using a computer connected by USB and if a new card is inserted in the unit.
Always use the DR-100 to conduct FAT formatting of cards to be used with it. Change the card or
press the ENTER/MARK key when this message appears to format the card in FAT format.
Execution of FAT formatting erases all data currently on the card.
CAUTION
Format Error
Format CARD
The system file is missing. This unit requires a system file for operation. When this message
appears, press ENTER/MARK to automatically create a system file.
File Not Found
Make Sys File
The card is not formatted properly or the formatting is broken. Change the card or press the
ENTER/MARK key when this message appears to format the card in FAT format.
Execution of FAT formatting erases all data currently on the card.
CAUTION
MBR Error
Init CARD
Messages
Meaning and response
Writing to the card timed out. Backup files on the card to your computer, and format the card.
Something might be wrong with the card. Change the card.
Dup File Name
There is no playback file, so DIVIDE and OVERDUB cannot be executed.
No MUSIC File
When DIVIDE and QuickTAG was operated, the file name tried to exceed 200 characters.
File Name Err
There is no file that can be played back. The file might be damaged.
No PB File
No card is in the unit, so recording is not possible.
No Card
The file is read-only, and the deletion, division, and QuickTAG cannot be operated.
File Protected
MP3 files cannot be divided.
Current File MP3
The card could not be handled properly. Replace the card.
Card Error
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The total number of folders and files exceeds 999. Erase unnecessary files or move them to
your.computer.
File Full
Messages
Meaning and response
The same file name already exists when DIVIDE and QuickTAG is operated.
System Error 1
CPU access error.
The firmware may be defective.
Error in communication with the the microcom-
puter for a remote control.
The firmware may be defective.
Remote Cmd
Error in communication with the the microcom-
puter for a remote control.
The microcomputer for a remote control or
firmware may be defective.
Remote Rx
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System Error 2
CPU address error.
The firmware may be defective.
System Err 50
Other fatal error. The firmware may be defective.
EEPROM read error.
The PCB may be defective.
Sys Rom Err
File creation error at the start of recording or file
close error at the end of recording.
Confirm whether the error occurred during
start or end of recording.
The card may be defective.
Writing Failed
The PCB may be defective.
Device Error
Can't Save Data
File Error
System Error Messages
Messages
Not Continued
Description
Playback not stopped, or card unmounted error.
File system error or recording/playback circuitry
error.
The card or firmware may be defective.
The card or firmware may be defective.
Write in the EEPROM or system file failed during
shutdown or switching to USB (this error occurs
for example when the card is write protected).
Check that the card is inserted and it is not
protected.
The card may be defective.
If the error occurs with the EEPROM, the
PCB may be defective.
Internal error in recording/playback. The firmware may be defective.
Device Error 2: RTC initialization error.
Cause
Player Error
System Error 3
CPU instruction error.
The firmware may be defective.
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Messages
Description
Cause
System Error 4
System Error 5
System Error 6
System Error 7
System Error 8
System Error 9
CPU zero division error.
The firmware may be defective.
CPU Privilege Violation error.
The firmware may be defective.
CPU Unimplemented line-a opcode error. The firmware may be defective.
CPU Unimplemented line-f opcode error. The firmware may be defective.
CPU format error. The firmware may be defective.
CPU Uninitialized Interrupt error. The firmware may be defective.
5. Block Diagram
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AUDIO BLOCK
LED
KEY DATA
LV595
LV165×2
SHIFT REGISTER
(P-S)
DISPLAY DATA
TACT SW
ENCODER
128×64
Graphic LCD
MODULE
PGA SETTING DATA
REMOTE SIG
REMOTE SIG
REMOTE IN
CLK
AD IN AD IN
GPI
RTC
12C
E2PROM
for Backup
E2PROM
AU6336
USB CONFIG DATA
ADR BUS
DATA BUS
SD CARD I/F BUS
SD CLK
QSPI
DOUT
QSPI
CLK,CS
QSPI
DIN
SDATA 01
SDATA 02
SDATA I1
SDATA I3
DOUT
DIN
REMOTE DECODE
CPU(uPD78F0500)
LRCK
BCLK
12S
GPO
UART
Rx
UART
Tx
GPIO
12S
MODE
SELECT
CPLD
(LCMXO256E)
SCF5249
(SYSTEM CONTROL)
INPUT VR
(Digital)
50Pin DPC Connector
11.2896
MHz
11.2896
MHz
SD
CARD
I/F
MAIN PCB
PANEL PCB
PLAYBACK
Module
(VSA etc.)
Program
memory
(NOR FLASH)
Buffer memory
(SD RAM)
SD CARD
(CONNECTOR)
USB-SD CARD
Bridge IC
MP3
DECODER
MP3
ENCODER
Refer to next page
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6. Level Diagram
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dBu
dBV
0dBFs
-16dBFs
-47dBFs
+10
+10
0
-10
-20
-30
-40
-50
-60
-1dBu
-17dBu
-48dBu
XLR Input Level
-58dBu(VR MAX)
CODEC
AK4556
CODEC FULLSCALE
0.7 x 2,8V=1.96Vp-p=0.693Vms(0dBFs)
-0.97dBu ← 0.693Vrms → -3.19dBV
Head room
16dB
VR MAX
+31.0dB
VR MIN
+0dB
AMP Gain
0.9dB
AMP Gain
0.9dB
INPUT VR
31.0dB
AMP Gain
+1.8dB
(+1.83dB)
AMP Gain
+1.8dB
(+1.83dB)
AMP Gain
+9.2dB
(+9.54dB)
AMP Gain
+9.2dB
(+9.54dB)
AMP Gain
+9.2dB
(+9.54dB)
AMP Gain
+7dB
(+7.3dB)
0
-10
-20
-30
-40
-50
+6dBV
-10dBV
-41dBV
XLR INPUT GAIN HIGH (Nominal input level: -58dBu)
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