The Sony TCD-D10 was introduced in 1982.
The TCD-D10 was Sony's first heavyweight portable DAT recorder.
LCD
Multi-Function Display
The LCD display of the TCD-D10 is not only accurate and informative but
also back- illuminated for easy reading.
Peak Level
Meters
The 20-segment digital peak level meters include overload indicators.
They also demonstrate excellent traceability for accurate level indications.
Tape
Time/Clock Indications
To make sure that you have enough tape left at the recording chance, the
linear tape counter can be switched to display the remaining tape time. In
playback, the date and time the tape was recorded can be displayed by pressing
the RECORDED TIME button. Pressing the CLOCK button brings up the current time
in the position of the tape counter.
Battery
Indicator
The flexible display of the TCD-D10 DAT Recorder even offers a 5-segment
battery indicator. The last segment of the indicator blinks on and off to alert
the operator to the impending need for battery replacement.
An alarm sound is also heard approx. 5 minutes before the battery
completely wears out and the tape is brought to a forced stop.
Sampling
Frequency Indication
The sampling frequency in use is displayed.
Caution
Indicator
Upon detection of erroneous conditions in the tape transport mechanism,
the caution indicator flashes and error codes are displayed.
100X Search
Up to 99 start Ids can be recorded in the subcode area to make it easy
and quick to locate recorded programs. When the record button is pressed, the
start ID is recorded automatically for 9 seconds. During recording, it can also
be added manually to any position of the tape. Search done by reading these
start IDs is performed in two modes at 100 times normal speed. In the SCAN
mode, the first 12 seconds of program after each start ID are played
automatically. In the SEARCH mode, any start ID can be located directly using
the search key. If the FF or REW key is pressed during play, moreover, the
playback speed is increased to approx. 3 times normal speed for cueing and
reviewing. Pressing the FF or REW key a second time, together with the PLAY
key, further increases the playback speed to approx. 16 times normal speed.
RF End
Search
In the newly added RF end search mode of the TCD-D10PRO, the tape is
automatically stopped at the end of the recorded part when fast-forwarding the
tape.
High-Speed
Spooling
By virtue of DAT recording, the TCD-D10 offers a maximum spooling time
of 140 times normal speed. That is, the DT-120/P120R tape for 2 hours of
recording can be rewound or fast- forwarded in a minute.
Limiter/Mic
attenuator
To eliminate noise caused by unexpected peaks, the TCD-D10 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-D10, 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-D10 can also be operated on AC of 100 V.