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8 TASCAM HS-4000
1 − Introduction
Thank you very much for purchasing a TASCAM HS-4000 4
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 are used as recording media (Ultra DMA
compatible)
Two CompactFlash card slots allows two cards to be loaded
and recorded to simultaneously using dual player mode
(planned for a future firmware version upgrade)
4-track simultaneous recording is possible at up to 96 kHz,
24-bit sample rates
Confidence monitoring allows simultaneous playback of the
signal as it is being recorded (when recording two tracks at
up to 44.1/48 kHz,)
Simultaneous playback of four tracks, including two stereo
pairs (dual playlist mode)
Three operation modes: timeline, take and playlist
In timeline mode, linear recording and playback like a tape
recorder are possible
In take mode, playback and flash start of takes are possible
In playlist mode, takes can be added to a list and played back
in list order or activated using flash start
In single playlist mode, playback of up to 4 tracks is possible
In dual playlist mode, 2 stereo tracks can be independently
played back and controlled
Using the ONLINE key, online playback and monitoring
playback are possible
Broadcast Wave Format (BWF) file recording
Flash start is possible using a TASCAM RC–HS32PD, RC–SS20
(both sold separately)
In addition to using the remote controllers that are sold
separately, flash start is also possible using PARALLEL control
or a keyboard
Auto cue, auto ready and incremental play functions
Importing and exporting AES31 editing information in
timeline mode are possible
Playlist mode (compatible with JPPA flash start playlist file
loading)
JOG/SHUTTLE function
Intuitive operation is possible using graphical interface on
TFT color touchscreen
4 channels of XLR analog balanced inputs and outputs
2 stereo pairs of XLR AES/EBU digital inputs and outputs
2 channels of XLR analog monitoring outputs
Headphone output
XLR time code input and output
BNC media reference (NTSC/PAL black burst signals, and
HDTV Tri–level signals) and word clock input and
output/thru
Compatible with 48 kHz pull-up/pull-down operation
Copyin
g files to connected USB memory is possible (planned
for a future firmware version upgrade)
LAN (Gigabit Ethernet) functions allow file transmission,
remote control and observation over a network (planned for
a future firmware version upgrade)
Parallel remote control is possible
RS–232C serial remote control is possible (planned for a
future firmware version upgrade)
RS–422 (9–pin serial protocol) serial remote control is
possible
Rack mounting (2U) is possible
Included items
This product includes the following items.
Take care when opening the package not to damage the items.
Keep the package 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
ransportation. t
Main unit (HS-4000)................................................................................1
Power cord set...........................................................................................1
Rack-mounting screw kit.....................................................................1
Security screws..........................................................................................3
Warranty card............................................................................................1
Owner's manual (this manual)..........................................................1
Conventions used in this manual
In this manual, we use the following conventions:
Keys, jacks and other parts on the main unit and external
devices are indicated like this: MENU
Messages on the unit’s display are shown like this: ON
“CompactFlash card” is abbreviated as “CF card.”
Additional information is provided as necessary as tips, 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.