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Tascam us-2x2 Reference Manual

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D01236020A
US-2x2
US-4x4
USB Audio/MIDI 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 D01236020A US-2x2 US-4x4 USB Audio/MIDI 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

    7 – Standalone Mode ........15 Overview ..................15 Settings in standalone mode ..........15 Settings Panel settings ..........15 8 – Application Guide ........16 Default settings in SONAR LE and Ableton Live Lite ..16 Windows Media Player ............16 Mac OS X and iTunes ..............17 TASCAM US-2x2/US-4x4...

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Failure to follow these instructions could result in injury, damage to equipment or lost recording data, for example. CAUTION When using a US-2x2 that is connected to a computer, it will operate using USB bus power. Using the TEAC Global Site...

  • Page 4: Names And Functions Of Parts

    (−1 dBFS or higher) are input through the IN1/IN2 jacks (and US-4x4 IN3/IN4 jacks). IN1/IN2 (BALANCED/UNBALANCED) jacks These input jacks are XLR/TRS combo jacks on the US-2x2 GAIN knobs and separate XLR and standard TRS jacks on the US-4x4.

  • Page 5: Rear Panel

    (Supports USB 2.0.) CAUTION • When using a US-2x2 that is connected to a computer, it will receive power from the computer's USB port. Depending on the computer, the USB port might not be able to supply enough power to operate the unit.

  • Page 6: Installation

    4. When a “Security Warning” or “User Account Control” screens iOS 7 or later appear, click the “Run” or “Yes” button. 5. Next, select the desired language and click the “OK” button. Supported audio drivers ASIO 2.0, WDM (MME) Core Audio Core MIDI TASCAM US-2x2/US-4x4...

  • Page 7: Installing The Mac Os X Settings Panel

    • When installing the driver, a warning might appear with a message such as, “The software you are installing for the hardware has not passed Windows Logo testing to verify its compatibility with Windows. ” If this message appears, click “Continue Anyway” to proceed with the installation. TASCAM US-2x2/US-4x4...

  • Page 8: Working With Gatekeeper

    When the Gatekeeper setting is not “Allow applications downloaded from: the Mac App Store” ‘“US-2x2_US-4x4 Installer.dmg” is an application downloaded from the Internet. Are you sure you want to open it?” might appear as a security warning message. In this case, click the “Open” button. TASCAM US-2x2/US-4x4...

  • Page 9: Uninstalling The Dedicated Software

    When a “Security Warning” or “User Account Control” screen appears, click the “Run” or “Yes” button. 2. Next, the Installshield Wizard will launch. Click the “Next” button. 3. When the “Program Maintenance” screen opens, select “Remove” and click the “Next” button. TASCAM US-2x2/US-4x4...

  • Page 10: Preparation

    US-2x2 Do not use the adapter if there is anything abnormal about Normally, when a US-2x2 is connected to a computer, it will the plug after changing it. Use when the plug is abnormal operate using USB bus power, so a separate power supply is could cause fire or electric shock.

  • Page 11: Connections

    • The phantom power switch changes the setting for both Examples of connections to a US-4x4 (front) US-2x2 input channels (all four US-4x4 input channels) simultaneously. Do not turn phantom power +48V when connecting a mic that does not require phantom power.

  • Page 12: Monitor Speakers

    USB Camera Adapter (sold separately. CAUTION DC5V TASCAM PS-P520 AC adapter (sold separately) Before connecting headphones, minimize the volume with the PHONES knob. Failure to do so might cause sudden loud noises, which could harm your hearing or result in other trouble.

  • Page 13: Using The Settings Panel

    â at the bottom left of the Start screen) to open the Apps screen. On this screen, click the “TASCAM US-2x2 & US-4x4 Settings Panel” item under “TASCAM” to open the Settings Panel. • In Windows 8, select “TASCAM US-2x2 & US-4x4 Settings Panel”...
  • Page 14 (above −60 dBFS) has been detected for 30 minutes, the unit will turn itself off (start standby) automat- ically. Options “ON” (default) : The automatic power saving function is on. “OFF” : The automatic power saving function is off. TASCAM US-2x2/US-4x4...

  • Page 15: Standalone Mode

    Direct Monitor Settings Input 3-4 : Mono (US-4x4 only) o Audio Input On/Off : All on o Line Outputs 1-2 : MONITOR o Line Outputs 3-4 : MONITOR (US-4x4 only) o ERP2 Setting On/Off : Current setting retained TASCAM US-2x2/US-4x4...

  • Page 16: Application Guide

    DAW, consult its operation manual. 9. On the “Playback” page, right-click “Speakers TASCAM Windows Media Player US-2x2” (or “Speakers TASCAM US-4x4”), and click “Set as Default Device” in the pop-up menu that appears. When you do this, the green check mark (“4”) appears Windows 8 next to “Speakers TASCAM US-2x2”...

  • Page 17: Mac Os X And Itunes

    “Audio MIDI Setup”. Then open the “Audio Devices” window. 2. Click “TASCAM US-2x2 Audio Device” (or “TASCAM US-4x4 Audio Device”) to select it and right-click or control-click it. Then, click “Use this device for sound output” in the pop-up menu.

  • Page 18: Midi Implementation Chart

    All notes off — — Other Thru Active sense — — Reset — — Notes Mode 1: OMNI ON, POLY Mode 2: OMNI ON, MONO –: YES Mode 3: OMNI OFF, POLY Mode 4: OMNI OFF, MONO —: NO TASCAM US-2x2/US-4x4...

  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    Apple menu. See the end of this document for contact information. 2. Open “Sound”. 3. On the “Output” tab, select “US-2x2” or “US-4x4”. Installation fails. Installation completes, but the computer does not After completing the setting, restart the computer and check the sound of playback.
  • Page 20 Please refer to the SONAR LE help menu for instructions about using the application. Ableton Live Lite support Our company does not provide support for Ableton Live Lite. Please refer to the Ableton Live Lite help menu for instructions about using the application. TASCAM US-2x2/US-4x4...

  • Page 21: Specifications

    : 57 dB 0.003% or less ( MIC/LINE input to LINE OUT, 1kHz sine wave, at nominal input level and maximum output level, JEITA) Crosstalk 95 dB or more ( MIC/LINE input to LINE OUT, 1 kHz, JEITA) TASCAM US-2x2/US-4x4...

  • Page 22: Computer System Requirements

    (Windows Vista and Windows XP are not supported) External dimensions Computer hardware requirements US-2x2 : 186 × 65 × 160 mm (width × height × depth) Windows computer with a USB 2.0 port US-4x4 : 296 × 65 × 160 mm (width × height × depth)
  • Page 23 TASCAM US-2x2/US-4x4...
  • Page 24 TEAC CORPORATION http://tascam.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 MEXICO, S.A. de C.V. http://teacmexico.net/ Phone: +52-55-5010-6000 Río Churubusco 364, Colonia Del Carmen, Delegación Coyoacán, CP 04100, México DF, México TEAC UK LIMITED http://tascam.eu/...

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