Tascam Portacapture X6 32-Bit 6-Channel Multitrack Field Recorder - Manual (Page 8)

NOTE
i This unit cannot recharge Ni-MH batteries. Use
a commercially available recharger.
i The included alkaline batteries are for confirming
operation of the unit. For this reason, they might
not last very long.
Inserting microSD cards
Open the microSD slot cover and insert a microSD
card.
Preparing the power supply
This unit can be powered in two ways: with AA
batteries or by external power using the USB port.
Using AA batteries
1. Remove the battery compartment cover, and
install 4 AA batteries with their
¥ and ^
marks as shown in the battery compartment.
2. Reattach the battery compartment cover.
Quick Start Guide
Setting the built-in mics
Using the built-in microphones
This unit’s built-in mics are adjustable, enabling the
mic format to be changed by setting their angles.
True X-Y method
This enables recording with a clear stereo field and
reduced phase difference.
A-B method
This enables recording with a wide left–right
stereo field.
True X-Y
method
A-B method
Turn the mics
to change their
orientations.
Hold the rings indicated by the black arrows and
turn the built-in mics to change their angles.
The built-in mics will not be set properly if their
rings have not been turned until they stop.
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