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Sony TCD-D10PROII Portable DAT Recorder

Description

The TCD-D10 PROII is an improved model of the TCD-D10, with some distinctive features like backlit
LCD level and function display, balanced inputs with XLR connector, improved converters and "absolute
time" display.
Despite it's high price, this portable DAT recorder was very popular largley due to it's features and
reliability.
Product Highlights
Portable DAT recorder of extremely compact dimensions
Easy-to-read LCD multi-function display
Absolute time recording
Balanced, switchable MIC/LINE inputs
Built-in hours meter, microphone low-cut filter and microphone attenuator/limiter
AES/EBU type digital I/0
High-speed search using the ID recorded in subcode area
Built-in speaker
AC/DC operation-AC 100 to 240V with ACP-88 AC adaptor; DC 6V with NP-22H rechargeable
battery pack

Original suggested retail price was 4,750.00 US Dollars

Features

LCD Multi-Function Display

The LCD display of the TCD-D10PRO mkII is not only accurate and informative but also backilluminated for easy reading.

Peak Level Meters

The 20-segment digital
traceability for accurate
Tape Time/Clock Ind
To make sure that you
switched to display the
be displayed by pressin
current time in the posi
Battery Indicator
The flexible display of t
indicator. The last segm
need for battery replace
An alarm sound is also
is brought to a forced s
Sampling Frequency
The sampling frequency
Caution Indicator
Upon detection of erron
and error codes are disp
100X Search
Up to 99 start Ids can b
programs. When the re
During recording, it can
these start IDs is perfor
seconds of program aft
can be located directly
the playback speed is in
the FF or REW key a se
approx. 16 times norma
RF End Search
In the newly added RF
stopped at the end of th
High-Speed Spooling
By virtue of DAT record
normal speed. That is, t
forwarded in a minute.
Limiter/Mic attenuat
TCD-D10PROmkII incorporates a record-level
limiter with a fast attack time of 300 us. The microphone attenuator prevents distortion by suppressing
the signal level by 20 dB.
Built-In Speaker
In addition to headphone monitoring, immediate playback is possible through a built-in speaker.
Despite the compact dimensions of the TCD-D10PRO mkII, the speaker is large in diameter and
delivers a sufficient listening level.
Remote Control
A wired remote controller is supplied to control the record, play, stop and pause functions of the
recorder easily at hand. With the use of the HOLD switch, operation of the function keys can be
inhibited to safeguard against accidental pressing. The top end of the controller is designed to accept
microphone holder. Two microphone stand screw adapters are also supplied.
AC/DC Operation
The supplied NP-22H rechargeable battery pack provides 1.5 hours of continuous operation. The
optional NPA-D10 battery adaptor enables 1 hour of continuous operation on AA size batteries. With
the use of the supplied ACP-88 AC power adaptor, the TCD-D10PRO mkII can also be operated on
AC of 100-240 V.
Hours Meter
The hours meter located inside the battery compartment helps determine the correct timing for head
replacement.
Easy Servicing
The internal structure of the TCD-D10PRO mkII perfectly eliminates unmethodical wiring. All
electronics are divided into analog, system control, and signal processing/servo blocks and mounted
separately on three boards to make troubleshooting as easy as possible. With connectors used for

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interconnection, the boards can be detached easily from each other for instant replacement. They can
also be raised close to the upright position on the chassis to facilitate servicing.
Professional Quality and Reliability
The TCD-D10PRO mkII DAT Recorder isn't simply a consumer recorder with XLR connectors added.
Designed specifically for professional recording, every inch of this compact recorder is packed with
reliable, sophisticated functions that represent Sony's continued leadership in the digital audio market.
Recording Density and Flexibility
The TCD-D10PRO mkII DAT Recorder enables longer recording with a smaller cassette. The DAT
tape is almost half the size of the standard audio cassette but holds up to 2 hours of 2-channel, 16-bit
linear digital audio data. Using the subcode area, it is also possible to record start Ids for high-speed
search, as well as various time information for dating the recording. The absolute time can be recorded
continuously from the beginning of the tape for the convenience of electronic editing using Sony's
PCM-7050/PCM- 7030/RM-D7300 DAT editing system. The continuity of the absolute time across the
consecutively recorded audio segments is assured.
Digital Performance
Because it's digital, DAT recording is not only extraordinary in sound quality but also immune to wow
and flutter, even when recorded on-the-go. Due to the powerful error correction system, the
probability of muting is held down to a bare minimum. 4DD Mechanism with Self-Diagnostics
TCD-D10PRO mkII employs a 4-motor direct-drive tape transport. The head drum, capstan and
reels are driven individually by servo-controlled, linear-torque BSL motors proven for their precision
and stability. The whole mechanism, moreover, is mounted on a rigid, non-magnetic aluminium alloy
base unit. To safeguard against the rare cases of tape trouble, this reliable mechanism of the
TCD-D10PRO mkII is implemented with a comprehensive self-diagnostics function that constantly
monitors the rotations of the head drum, capstan and reels, as well as the tape transport mode and
load/unload time. The moisture sensor gives excessive humidity warning. Upon detection of trouble,
the caution indicator starts flashing. At the same time, the tape is brought to a forced stop and
depending on the condition unloaded automatically, to protect both the tape and the recorder.
Superior Electronics
For improved channel separation, independent A/D converters are used for L and R channels. The
oversampling digital filters in the A/D and D/A conversion circuits perform the dual functions of
removing the sampling noise and eliminating phase distortion. The analog circuit is superbly built with
high-quality components such as aluminium electrolytic capacitors. It is completely separated from the
system control board and the main board so that no digital noise or magnetic interference can creep in
to affect the sound quality. As a double protection against digital noise, the signal processing block on
the main board is contained in a shielding case.
Standard Interfaces
The TCD-D10PRO mkII DAT Recorder features balanced XLR connectors that can be switched for
-60dBs microphone or +4 dBs line inputs. The digital I/O connector provides interfacing with AES/EBU
digital signals of 32, 44, 1 or 48 kHz sampling rate. This means that compatibility with other digital
systems, such as Sony's CD mastering system is assured with this single connector for the convenience
of digital dubbing and editing without quality degradation. For safety, the digital connector can be
locked at one touch and protected with a cap when not in use.