Using this manual : To get the most out of your
424 MKIII, please take the time to read through
this manual. Some time spent now will keep you
from overlooking some of the features that make
the 424 MKIII a more creative tool. You may
discover some new tricks you haven't tried
before.
Use of capital letters : In general, we use all upper
case type to designate a particular switch,
control, jack name or label (like PAN). Transport
modes and some features are described with an
upper case first letter (like Record mode).
The PORTASTUDIO 424 MKIII is...
The PORTASTUDIO 424 MKIII is a 4-track
"Multitrack Master" cassette tape recorder and a
full-function mixer with 8 inputs/stereo outputs
combined into a single workstation.
Its high audio quality and creative flexibility
reflect the experience and innovation that have
allowed TASCAM to earn its reputation in
professional audio production fields, and its user-
friendly design makes the 424 MKIII suitable for
anyone, from expert to novice.
NOTE FOR U.K. CUSTOMERS
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this
equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the
power points in your home or the cable is too
short to reach a power point, then obtain an
appropriate safety approved extension lead or
consult your dealer.
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off, remove
the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to
avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent
connection to the mains supply.
If this product is not provided with a mains plug,
or one has to be fitted, then follow the
instructions given below:
IMPORTANT. DO NOT make any connection to
the larger terminal which is marked with the letter
E or by the safety earth symbol
ç
or coloured
GREEN or GREEN-and-YELLOW.
The wires in the mains lead on this product are
coloured in accordance with the following code:
BLUE:
NEUTRAL
BROWN:
LIVE
Introduction
CAUTION : TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,
MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE
SLOT, FULLY INSERT
ATTENTION : POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS
ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA
PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE
CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET
POUSSER JUSQU' AU FOND.
About the weld line
There is a patterned stripe-like effect on the
bottom surface of the 424 unit. This effect is
called a "weld line" and is a natural result of
the resin molding process employed in the
manufacture of the 424 unit. It is not a crack
or scratch, and will cause no problems with
the operation of the 424 unit.
As these colours may not correspond with the
coloured markings identifying the terminals in
your plug proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be
connected to the terminal which is marked with
the letter N or coloured BLACK.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be
connected to the terminal which is marked with
the letter L or coloured RED.
When replacing the fuse only a correctly rated
approved type should be used and be sure to re-
fit the fuse cover.
IF IN DOUBT — CONSULT A COMPETENT
ELECTRICIAN.
4
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com
