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- Page 1 D01140120B US-600 USB 2.0 Audio/MIDI Interface OWNER'S MANUAL Before connecting this unit to a computer, you must install the dedicated driver from the included CD-ROM onto the computer.
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Page 2: Important Safety Precautions
CAUTION Changes or modifications to this equipment not WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR expressly approved by TEAC CORPORATION for SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE compliance could void the user's authorit y to operate this equipment. THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. -
Page 3: Important Safety Information
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over. 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. TASCAM US-600... -
Page 4: Safety Information
(d) The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) symbol, which shows a wheeled bin that has been crossed out, indicates that electrical and electronic equipment must be collected and disposed of separately from household waste. For China ª TASCAM US-600... -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
(FAQ)..17 Audio performance ........32 Improving computer performance ..18 Computer requirements ......32 Cubase LE 5 installation ......18 Windows ..........32 4 – US-600 control panel settings..19 Macintosh ..........32 General ............33 Overview ............19 Dimensional drawing ........34 Control panel menus and settings ..19 Audio Performance ......19... -
Page 6: Introduction
Thank you for your purchase of the TASCAM Direct Monitor function allows zero-latency • US-600 USB 2.0 Audio/MIDI Interface. monitoring of the input. Inputs 1 and 2, and 3 and 4 can be set to be Before connecting and using the unit, please •... -
Page 7: Product Parts
1 – Introduction Product parts NOTE These provide additional explanations and The US-600 package contains the following describe special cases. items. Take care when opening the package not CAUTION to damage the items. Keep the package Failure to follow these instructions could materials for transportation in the future. -
Page 8: Cautions On Installation
Cleaning the unit To clean the unit, wipe gently with a soft dry cloth. Do not use any benzene, paint thinner, ethyl alcohol or other chemical agents to clean the unit as they could damage the surface. TASCAM US-600... -
Page 9: Names And Functions Of Parts
5 MIC/INST IN 1 (balanced/unbalanced) connector Use this connector for balanced analog XLR microphone input or as a standard TS input jack. You can connect guitars, basses and other instruments to the TS jack. TASCAM US-600... - Page 10 Use these to individually adjust the input levels of MIC/INST IN 1, MIC/LINE IN 2 and MIC/LINE IN 3/4 connectors. Turn them all the way to the left to minimize the level and all the way to the right to maximize it. TASCAM US-600...
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Page 11: Rear Panel
USB, signals connector for inputting MIDI signals. from the built-in monitoring mixer or a combination of both. Use the US-600 t MIDI OUT connector software control panel on the computer This 5-PIN DIN is a standard MIDI output to set which signals are output. - Page 12 2 − Names and Functions of Parts Do not connect or disconnect a mic with Use the US-600 software control panel • an input when this switch is ON. on the computer to set which signals are output. ON only when connecting Turn this switch •...
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Page 13: Installation
Never attempt to play the enclosed CD- • and specifications. ROM in an ordinary audio CD player, as the resulting noise could damage the speakers or harm your hearing. TASCAM US-600... -
Page 14: Installing The Driver And Control Panel For Windows
2 Connect the included TASCAM PS- P520 AC adaptor, which meets the requirements of this unit, to the DC IN 5V jack, and confirm that the (standby/on) indicator on the front panel is lit. AC outlet TASCAM PS-P520 DC plug TASCAM US-600... - Page 15 7 Read the contents of the License Agreement, and select I accept the agreement if you agree to the terms. Computer Next, click the Install button to start installation. 9 Installation of the driver proceeds. TASCAM US-600...
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Page 16: Installing The Driver For Mac Os
10 When the screen below appears, the installation is complete. Click the Reboot Mac OS X now button to restart the PC to use the 1 Confirm that the US-600 is not driver. connected to the computer. 2 Double-click the TASCAM_US-600_ Driver_1.00.dmg on the included CD-... -
Page 17: Uninstalling The Driver
I access this menu? 2 Double click on Add or Remove programs. A: The automatic playback settings for the 3 Select US-600 driver from the list and disc drive might be disabled. click Change or Remove Programs. Open the supplied driver CD-ROM using... -
Page 18: Improving Computer Performance
Internet tools) at the same time as an audio application, processing may not be able to keep up the audio data. Cubase LE 5 installation See the included Cubase LE 5 Quick Start Guide for details. TASCAM US-600... -
Page 19: Us-600 Control Panel Settings
The size Programs > TASCAM. of these buffers can be adjusted. A smaller On Mac OS X, the US-600 Control Panel is buffer size will reduce the delay when located in the Applications folder. Other... -
Page 20: Sample Clock Source
4 – US-600 control panel settings Sample Clock Source LINE OUTPUTS and DIGITAL OUTPUTS The clock source can be set to Automatic or Internal. The computer inputs 4 channels of signals to this unit by USB. When using digital input, set this to Automatic. -
Page 21: Connections
5 – Connections Vocal mic Headphones Guitar Bass guitar AC outlet Drum machine TASCAM PS-P520 DC plug Computer Digital recorder Keyboard Powered monitor speakers or amplifier and speakers Example of using US-600 connections TASCAM US-600... -
Page 22: Usb Connections
5 – Connections USB connections Use the included USB cable to connect the US-600 to your computer as shown in the illustration. CAUTION NOTE Connecting a dynamic microphone with • Some USB devices access the USB bus an unbalanced connection to the unit frequently. -
Page 23: Sound Module/Md/Cd Etc. (Digital Connection)
Connect headphones to the standard stereo Example PHONES jack on the front panel. In the DAW application, suppose that the input of a track is assigned to the US-600 Connecting MIDI devices DIGITAL IN and its output is assigned to Connect your sound module, keyboard/ the US-600 DIGITAL OUT. - Page 24 (default device) is set to Microsoft GS Wavetable SW Synth in the Sounds and Audio Devices part of the Control Panel, you cannot listen to MIDI performances through this unit’s LINE OUT 1/2 , PHONES output and DIGITAL output. TASCAM US-600...
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Page 25: Application Guide
If the above item does not appear, click 600. Hardware and Sound and it should appear. 3 Click the Playback tab, click Speakers TASCAM US-600 and click the Set Default button. This moves the green check mark to Speakers TASCAM US-600. 4 Click OK. -
Page 26: Mac Os X And Itunes
1 Open the Utilities folder, which is inside the Applications folder, and double-click Audio MIDI Setup to launch it. 2 Control-click the US-600. Check use this device for sound input and use this device for sound output. This moves microphone icon and speaker icon to US-600. -
Page 27: Midi Implementation Chart
Real Time Commands Other Local on/off Through All note off Active sensing Reset Notes Mode 1: Omni on, Poly Mode 2: Omni on, Mono O: Yes Mode 3: Omni off, Poly Mode 4: Omni off, Mono X: No TASCAM US-600... -
Page 28: Troubleshooting
2) Change the USB port device: for Sound playback and Sound Since the unit might not function recording to TASCAM US-600. properly with some USB ports, try connecting to a different built-in USB port on the computer, and reinstall the driver (when using Windows). - Page 29 Hardware and Sound and it should appear. this unit. 3 Click the Playback tab, right-click Speakers US-600 and click the Set Default NOTE button. Consult the maker of your audio application for methods to reduce its burden on your Mac OS X computer.
- Page 30 Questions related to Cubase LE 5 ª Since Cubase LE 5 is a product provided by Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH, it is not supported by TASCAM. Please use the Cubase LE 5 Help menu for information about how to use this software. TASCAM US-600...
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Page 31: Specifications
Instrument input (INST IN 1) Unbalanced Connectors: 6.3-mm (1/4”) TS phone jacks (Tip: HOT, Sleeve: GND) Input impedance: 1 MΩ Nominal input level: –13 dBV (0.22 Vrms) Minimum input level: –56 dBV (0.001 Vrms) Maximum input level: +3 dBV (1.41 Vrms) TASCAM US-600... -
Page 32: Control I/O
Mac OS X 10.5.8 or later Mac OS X 10.6.3 or later Supported computer system: Apple Macintosh series equipped with a USB port as standard equipment CPU/clock: Intel processor, or PPC G4 1 GHz or faster Memory: 1 GB or more TASCAM US-600... -
Page 33: General
221.5 x 41 x 151 mm/8.72 x 1.61 x 5.95 in. (without projections) 221.5 x 44 x 164.3 mm/8.72 x 1.73 x 6.47 in. (with projections) Weight 580 g/20.46 oz Operating temperature range 5-35º C/41-95ºF Bundled software Cubase LE 5 (for Windows or Mac OS X) TASCAM US-600... -
Page 34: Dimensional Drawing
M4 mm screw hole (Depth: 4.0 mm max.) 110.8 mm Illustrations in this manual may differ in part from the actual product. • Specifications and the external appearance may be changed without notification to improve • the product. TASCAM US-600... - Page 35 Notes TASCAM US-600...
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