TASCAM HS-2000
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1 – Introduction
Thank you very much for purchasing a TASCAM HS-2000
2-Channel Audio Recorder.
Please read this manual thoroughly before using the unit
so that you understand correct operating procedures and
can use its functions fully. We hope that you enjoy using
this unit for many years.
Please keep this manual so that you can read it at
any time. A digital copy of this manual can also be
downloaded from our website (http://tascam.com/)
Features
CompactFlash cards used as recording media (Ultra DMA
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compatible)
Dual slots allow two cards to be loaded and used
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simultaneously in mirror recording mode
Confidence monitoring allows the signal that is being
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recorded to be played back almost instantly
2-track recording possible at up to 192kHz, 24-bit resolution
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Four operation modes: timeline, take, playlist and on-air
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In timeline mode, linear recording and playback possible
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(similar to a tape recorder)
In take mode, playback and flash start of takes possible
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In playlist mode, takes can be added to a list and played
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back or activated using flash start in list order
In on-air mode, the root folder files can be on-air playback.
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ON LINE key can be used for on-line playback and
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monitoring playback
Broadcast Wave (BWF) and Waveform Audio (WAV) file
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formats supported
Flash starting is possible using a TASCAM RC-HS32PD,
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RC-HS20PD or RC-SS20 remote control (all sold separately)
In addition to using the remote controllers that are sold
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separately, flash starting is also possible using PARALLEL
control or a keyboard
Auto cue, auto ready and incremental play functions
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AES31 editing information can be imported and exported in
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timeline mode
Playlist mode supports JPPA flash start playlist file loading
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and writing
JOG/SHUTTLE function
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Intuitive operation using TFT color touchscreen graphical
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interface
XLR analog balanced inputs and outputs
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XLR AES/EBU digital inputs and outputs
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XLR analog balanced monitoring outputs
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Headphones output
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XLR timecode inputs and outputs
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BNC video reference (NTSC/PAL black burst and HDTV
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Tri–level signals) and word clock input/output/thru
48 kHz pull-up/pull-down operation supported
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Files can be copied to connected USB memory
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LAN (Gigabit Ethernet) enables file transmission and remote
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control over a network
Parallel remote control supported
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RS-232C serial remote control supported
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RS-422 (9–pin serial protocol) serial remote control
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supported
Rack mounting (2U) possible
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Included items
This product includes the following items.
Take care when opening the package not to damage the
items.
Keep the packaging materials for transportation in the
future.
Please contact the store where you purchased this unit
if any of these items are missing or have been damaged
during transportation.
Main unit
x1
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Power cord
x1
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Rack-mounting screw kit
x1
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Security screws
x3
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Warranty card
x1
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Owner's manual (this manual)
x1
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Manual conventions
In this manual, we use the following conventions.
Keys, connectors and other parts on the main unit and
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external devices are indicated like this: MENU
Messages and controls that appear on the touchscreen
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display are shown like this:
ON
“CompactFlash card” is abbreviated as “CF card.”
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Additional information is provided as necessary as tips,
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notes and cautions.
TIP
These are tips about how to use the unit.
NOTE
These provide additional explanations and describe
special cases.
CAUTION
Failure to follow these instructions could result in
injury, damage to equipment or lost recording data,
for example.
