Tascam US-1x2 Reference Manual

Tascam US-1x2 Reference Manual

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US-1x2
USB Audio Interface
REFERENCE MANUAL
Before connecting this unit to a computer, you must download and install dedicated software on the computer.

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  • Page 1 D01321920A US-1x2 USB Audio Interface REFERENCE MANUAL Before connecting this unit to a computer, you must download and install dedicated software on the computer.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Input/output ratings ................22 Analog inputs ..................22 Analog audio output ratings ............22 Control input/output ratings ............22 Audio performance ................22 Computer system requirements ............. 23 Windows ....................23 Mac ......................23 Apple iOS devices ................23 TASCAM US-1x2...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Trademarks and copyrights When connected to an iOS device by USB, however, power must be supplied. Purchase a separate external power supply 0 TASCAM is a trademark of TEAC CORPORATION, registered in device for this purpose. the U.S. and other countries.
  • Page 4: Names And Functions Of Parts

    PHONES jack Use this standard stereo phone jack to connect stereo head- phones. This jack outputs the same signal of the rear panel as the LINE OUT L–R jacks(i). Use an adapter to connect headphones with a mini plug. TASCAM US-1x2...
  • Page 5: Installation

    Supported operating systems When a “Security Warning” or “User Account Control” Apple iOS device running iOS 7 or later screen appears, click the “Yes” button. Supported audio drivers Windows: ASIO2.0, WDM Mac: Core Audio iOS device: Core Audio for iPhone TASCAM US-1x2...
  • Page 6: Installing The Mac Dedicated Software

    In this Click the “Finish” button. case, uncompress the zip file first and then double-click the disk image file. When the installer starts, click the “Continue” button. This quits the installer and launches the Windows Settings Panel. TASCAM US-1x2...
  • Page 7: Working With Gatekeeper

    In this case, copy the file from the folder where it is to the desktop or another folder, and then open it. Alternatively, change the Gatekeeper settings to “Allow applications down- loaded from: the Mac App Store and identified developers” and try opening it again. TASCAM US-1x2...
  • Page 8: Uninstalling The Dedicated Software

    “Program” item. If “View by:” is set to “Large icons” or “Small icons”, click “Programs and Features”. Select and double-click “TASCAM US-1x2 version x.xx” in the list. Then, follow the instructions that appear on the screen. This setting will lock again when you click the...
  • Page 9: Preparation

    AC power supply. Connect an AC adapter (TASCAM PS-P520E), external battery pack (TASCAM BP-6AA) or the genuine Apple USB power adapt- er included with the iPad/iPhone to a USB cable (sold separate- ly), and connect it to the DC IN 5V port.
  • Page 10: Connecting With Ios Devices

    Supplying phantom power to some ribbon mics will break them. If you are unsure, do not supply phantom power to a ribbon mic. TASCAM US-1x2...
  • Page 11: Adjusting The Monitoring Balance

    Use the DIRECT MONITOR switch on the back of the unit and the Settings Panel “Input Volume” item to adjust the balance. Monitoring balance ratio DIRECT MONITOR switch setting Input Volume setting (on back of unit) (Settings Panel) Unit input Computer ----- High (Standalone mode) ----- TASCAM US-1x2...
  • Page 12: Using The Settings Panel

    TALKING tions. Select this for voice calling and similar applications. Settings: Make detailed settings for the US-1x2 on this page. This preset disables the loopback function. The sound Custom: Make software mixer settings. output from the computer (including received voices and music playing on the computer) is not sent back to the computer.
  • Page 13: Settings Page

    Turn an input on by putting a check in its checkbox. When an input is on, signals on that channel will be input. o Turn an input off by removing the check from its check- box. When an input is off, signals on that channel will not be input. TASCAM US-1x2...
  • Page 14: Custom Page

    Use to adjust the playback volume of Sound Recorder and ka- is set to “Custom” on the “Home” page. raoke apps. Use this also to adjust the broadcast volume with live broadcast apps. NOTE Double-click a volume slider to reset it to its default value. TASCAM US-1x2...
  • Page 15: Mac Settings Panel Overview

    Use this to adjust the monitoring balance between the input signals from this unit’s input jacks and the output signals from the computer. Options Low / Mid / High See “Adjusting the monitoring balance” on page 11 for de- tails about options. TASCAM US-1x2...
  • Page 16: Notification Function

    Put a check in the “Do not show the same message again” checkbox to prevent the same window from being shown the next time it is launched. i After closing the update window, you can reopen it by select- ing Help w Update from the menu. TASCAM US-1x2...
  • Page 17: Application Guide

    On the “Playback” page, right-click “US-1x2” or “Mixing Driver settings for specific purposes Driver 1 for US-1x2”, and click “Set as Default Device” in the (Windows only) pop-up menu that appears. When you do this, the green check mark appears next to the selected device.
  • Page 18: Mac Os X And Itunes

    Open the Utilities folder within the “Applications folder”, and double-click “Audio MIDI Setup”. Then open the “Audio Devices” window. Click “US-1x2” to select it and right-click or control-click it. Then, click “Use this device for sound output” in the pop-up menu.
  • Page 19: Standalone Mode

    0 Audio Input ON 0 Auto Power Save * When operating in standalone mode, only the input signals can be monitored, regardless of the “Input Volume” setting. For details, see “2 Input Volume” in “Settings page” on page TASCAM US-1x2...
  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    If you are still unable to resolve your problems please contact Check the status of the unit's connection with the computer. the store where you purchased this unit or TASCAM customer Moreover, if you make the following settings, sound will be out-...
  • Page 21 Depending on the Mac OS version and Macintosh computer model, this setting might not be available. Support for Bundled DAW Software TASCAM does not provide end-user support for the bundled DAW Software. Please check the Help menu of the installed software to find where this support is available.
  • Page 22: Specifications

    (when LINE input to LINE OUT in standalone mode* for 1 kHz Maximum input level: +6 dBV (1.9953 Vrms) sine wave) (JEITA) * When this unit is turned on and is not connected to a com- puter by USB TASCAM US-1x2...
  • Page 23: Supported Audio Drivers

    Apple USB power adapter (that can supply 5 V and a cur- rent of at least 700 mA) separately. Windows computer with a USB 2.0 port *2 We strongly recommend using a TASCAM BP-6AA external CPU/processor speed battery pack. If using another external battery pack or...
  • Page 24 TEAC CORPORATION https://tascam.jp/jp/ Phone: +81-42-356-9143 1-47 Ochiai, Tama-shi, Tokyo 206-8530 Japan TEAC AMERICA, INC. http://tascam.com/ Phone: +1-323-726-0303 1834 Gage Road, Montebello, California 90640 USA TEAC UK Ltd. http://tascam.eu/ Phone: +44-8451-302511 2 Huxley Road, Surrey Research Park, Guildford, GU2 7RE, United Kingdom TEAC EUROPE GmbH http://tascam.eu/...

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