Specifications; Ratings; Analog Inputs - Tascam US-16x08 Owner's Manual

Mac OS X
Quit all applications and open "System Preferences..." from
the Apple menu.
Open "Sound".
On the "Output" tab, select "US-16x08".
After completing the setting, restart the computer and check
the playback sound.
Depending on the application that you are using, you might
need to make additional device settings.
In particular, DAW software operates using audio engines
with settings that are different from the OS settings, so
confirm the DAW settings first after installing the dedicated
software for this unit.
Please see the manuals for the applications that you are
using for detailed setting procedures.
Sound breaks up or there is noise.
The processing load on the computer causes sound to break up
and noise to occur.
Here are some methods to reduce the load on the computer.
1. Memory-resident programs, such as wireless LAN and
antivirus software, regularly place processing load on the
computer, which can cause sound to break up and other
noise. Stop wireless LAN transmission, antivirus software and
other software running in the background when using this
unit.
2. Set the buffer size (latency) in the audio application that you
are using or in this unit's Settings Panel to a larger value.
(Windows only)
NOTE
Consult the maker of the audio application that you are
using for methods to reduce its load on your computer.
3. Change the settings of your computer so that they are
optimal for audio processing.
Windows 8
In Windows 8, right-click the ordinary start screen (Metro
1
user interface screen) and then click "All apps".
Right-click "Computer" and select "Properties".
2
Click "Advanced system settings".
3
Click "Settings" in the "Performance" section of the
4
"Advanced" tab of the "System Properties" window.
In the "Visual Effects" tab of the "Performance Options"
5
window, select "Adjust for best performance".
Windows 7
a) Turn Aero off.
Right-click the desktop and select "Personalize".
1
Select a "Basic" or "High Contrast" theme.
2
b) Performance settings
Right-click "Computer" and select "Properties".
1
Click "Advanced system settings".
2
Click "Settings" in the "Performance" section of the
3
"Advanced" tab of the "System Properties" window.
In the "Visual Effects" tab of the "Performance Options"
4
window, select "Adjust for best performance".
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Mac OS X
Open "System Preferences..." from the Apple menu, and
1
select "Energy Saver".
Set "Computer sleep" to "Never".
2
Set "Display sleep" to "Never".
3
NOTE
Depending on the Mac OS X version and Macintosh
computer model, this setting might not be available.

Specifications

Ratings

Sampling frequencies
Quantization bit depth

Analog inputs

Mic inputs (balanced) IN1-8
Connectors:
(1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
Input impedance:
Rated input level:
(Gain knob at MAX)
Rated input level:
(Gain knob at MIN)
Maximum input level:
Gain range:
Instrument inputs (unbalanced) IN9-10
(LINE/INST switch set to "INST")
Connectors:
(Tip: HOT, Sleeve: GND)
Input impedance:
Rated input level:
(Gain knob at MAX)
Rated input level:
(Gain knob at MIN)
Maximum input level:
Gain range:
Line inputs (balanced) IN9-10
(LINE/INST switch set to "LINE")
Connectors:
(Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)
Input impedance:
Rated input level:
(Gain knob at MAX)
Rated input level:
(Gain knob at MIN)
Maximum input level:
Gain range:
44.1, 48, 88.2, 96 kHz
16/24-bit
XLR-3-31 equivalent
2.4 kΩ
−68 dBu (0.0003 Vrms)
−12 dBu (0.195 Vrms)
+8 dBu (1.947 Vrms)
56 dB
6.3 mm (1/4") standard TS stereo
jacks
1 MΩ or more
−57 dBV (0.0014 Vrms)
−12 dBV (0.251 Vrms)
+8 dBV (2.512 Vrms)
45 dB
6.3 mm (1/4") standard TRS stereo
jacks
10 kΩ
−41 dBu (0.0069 Vrms)
+4 dBu (1.228 Vrms)
+24 dBu (12.282 Vrms)
45 dB