Why does my Tascam DR-40 duplicate recorded files? at DVinfo.net

Alam Ahmed · March 23rd, 2017, 05:45 AM

Hi all :] my first post here!
I have a Tascam DR40 that I use as my primary field recorder paired with an Audio Technica AT875R mic.
I noticed yesterday that it duplicates files for some reason and labels the duplicated file with '4D10.wav'
The duplicated file is exactly the same size as the original so am at a loss as to what this is for?

Thanks in advance!
Al

Jay Massengill · March 23rd, 2017, 06:55 AM

Welcome to the board.

The DR-40 can be set to dual mode recording. This allows you to set one file for a higher recording level and the other file at a lower, safer level with more headroom in case the sound gets unexpectedly louder.

It's detailed on page 46 of the reference manual.

Alam Ahmed · March 23rd, 2017, 07:16 AM

Thank you so much Jay - that was very informative (seems like a good option to keep on)
Alas I was sold the unit without a manual but will scope for one online :] Cheers!

Rick Reineke · March 23rd, 2017, 10:58 AM

The manual as well as the latest firmware updates can be downloaded from Tascam.:
Product: DR-40 | TASCAM

The 'safety' tracks can be set to either 6 or 12dB lower the mains. Instructions start on page 54 of the manual.

Alam Ahmed · March 23rd, 2017, 01:31 PM

Thanks Rick! :thumbsup: Got it now

March 23rd, 2017, 05:45 AM	#1
Alam Ahmed Tourist Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Saint Helena Posts: 3	Why does my Tascam DR-40 duplicate recorded files? Hi all :] my first post here! I have a Tascam DR40 that I use as my primary field recorder paired with an Audio Technica AT875R mic. I noticed yesterday that it duplicates files for some reason and labels the duplicated file with '4D10.wav' The duplicated file is exactly the same size as the original so am at a loss as to what this is for? Thanks in advance! Al

March 23rd, 2017, 06:55 AM	#2
Jay Massengill Trustee Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Burlington Posts: 1,976	Re: Why does my Tascam DR-40 duplicate recorded files? Welcome to the board. The DR-40 can be set to dual mode recording. This allows you to set one file for a higher recording level and the other file at a lower, safer level with more headroom in case the sound gets unexpectedly louder. It's detailed on page 46 of the reference manual. Last edited by Jay Massengill; March 23rd, 2017 at 01:15 PM. Reason: Specified "Reference" Manual for page 46

March 23rd, 2017, 07:16 AM	#3
Alam Ahmed Tourist Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Saint Helena Posts: 3	Re: Why does my Tascam DR-40 duplicate recorded files? Thank you so much Jay - that was very informative (seems like a good option to keep on) Alas I was sold the unit without a manual but will scope for one online :] Cheers!

March 23rd, 2017, 10:58 AM	#4
Rick Reineke Inner Circle Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: New York Posts: 2,039	Re: Why does my Tascam DR-40 duplicate recorded files? The manual as well as the latest firmware updates can be downloaded from Tascam.: Product: DR-40 \| TASCAM The 'safety' tracks can be set to either 6 or 12dB lower the mains. Instructions start on page 54 of the manual.

March 23rd, 2017, 01:31 PM	#5
Alam Ahmed Tourist Join Date: Feb 2017 Location: Saint Helena Posts: 3	Re: Why does my Tascam DR-40 duplicate recorded files? Thanks Rick! :thumbsup: Got it now