Rear Panel - Tascam MH-8 Owner's Manual

2 − Names and Functions of Parts

Rear panel

DIRECT INPUT jacks
w
These direct input connectors provide direct line inputs
for each channel.
FOLDBACK output connectors
e1
These output the input signals (INPUT 1 and 2)
unchanged.
NOTE
When input is through INPUT 2's unbalanced RCA pin
jacks, the nominal output level is converted to balanced
+4 dBu.
r1 INPUT 2 XLR connectors
These XLR connectors are balanced line inputs for
INPUT 2.
(1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
INPUT 2 RCA jacks
t1
These RCA pin jacks are unbalanced line inputs for
INPUT 2.
NOTE
Signals should not be input to both the XLR and the RCA
connectors at the same time. Use either the XLR or the
RCA connectors for input.
INPUT 1 XLR connectors
y1
These XLR connectors are balanced line inputs for
INPUT 1.
INPUT 1 TRS jacks
u1
These TRS jacks are balanced line inputs for INPUT 1.
NOTE
Signals should not be input to both the XLR and the TRS
connectors at the same time. Use either the XLR or the
TRS connectors for input.
Signal ground (SIGNAL GND) connector
i1
Use a commercially available PVC-covered cord to
connect this connector to the signal ground. Note that
this is NOT an electrical safety ground (earth).
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Power connector
o1
Use the included power cord to connect the power
source.
CAUTION
When using this unit, always use the included power
cord. Moreover, do not use the included power cord
with any other equipment. Misuse of a power cord could
cause malfunction, fire or electric shock.
Ground lift (GND LIFT) switch
p1
Even when the ground connector is used to ground the
unit, this ground connection can be interrupted (ground
lift) by setting the
GND LIFT
switch to the left.