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D01247020A US-16x08 USB2.0 Audio Interface/Mic Preamp Reference Manual Before connecting this unit to a computer, you must download and install a dedicated driver.
OUTPUT SETTING page ...........18 Settings Panel pull-down menus ........19 View menu ..............19 SceneMemory menu ..........20 7 – Mic Preamp Mode ........22 Using the unit as a standalone mic preamp ....22 8 – Application Guide ........23 Windows Media Player ............23 TASCAM US-16x08...
If you are unsure about anything related to the basic operation of a computer when it is mentioned in an explanation in this manual, please refer to the computer operation manual. This product incorporates a Blackfin® processor made by Analog Devices, Inc. TASCAM US-16x08...
This lights orange when the USB connection is working. CAUTION 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. TASCAM US-16x08...
−10 dBV or +4 dBu. (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND) DC IN 12V connector Connect the included AC adapter (GPE248-120200-Z) here. NOTE The input gain cannot be adjusted for these jacks. TASCAM US-16x08...
“Extract All", for example, to decompress it and then Display resolution try again. Display with at least 1280x800 resolution 4. When a “Security Warning” or “User Account Control” screens appear, click the “Yes” button. iOS devices Apple devices running iOS 7 or later TASCAM US-16x08...
TEAC Global Site (http://teac-global. com/) and save it on the computer to be used with the unit. 2. Double-click “US-16x08_X.XX.dmg", which is the saved disk image file for the Settings Panel, and double-click “US-16x08. pkg” inside the folder that opens. NOTE 10.
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When the Gatekeeper setting is “Allow applications downloaded from: the Mac App Store" The following security warning might be shown: “'US-16x08. pkg' can't be opened because it was not downloaded from 4. Next, select the desired language and click the “Continue”...
Uninstall from the “Programs and Features” Control Panel. If you want to enable automatic launching of the Settings 1. From the Start menu, open the Control Panel, and then Panel again, add a shortcut for “US-16x08” to the Startup Programs and Features. menu.
Do not use the adapter if there is anything abnormal about the plug after changing it. Use when the plug is abnormal could cause fire or electric shock. Contact the retailer where you purchased the unit or a TEAC service center (on the back cover) to request repair. TASCAM US-16x08...
Sudden loud noises from monitoring equipment could occur, and this could damage the equipment or harm hearing. • 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-16x08...
Synth", you will not be able to hear MIDI performances through this unit's LINE OUT 1-8 or PHONES jacks. Connecting with iOS devices A Lightning to USB Adapter is required. You will need to prepare an Apple genuine Lightning to USB Adapter (sold separately). TASCAM US-16x08...
Start button w All Programs w select “US-16x08 For details, see “Block diagrams” on page 31. Settings Panel” under TASCAM to open the Settings Panel. • In Windows 8, select “US-16x08 Settings Panel” on the Start screen to open the Settings Panel. NOTE In Windows 8.1, the application is not automatically added...
Sets the acuteness of the peak of the HIGH MID band. The equalizer settings will be shown for the channel selected The higher the value the more acute it becomes, making by its Analog X button ( it affect a narrower frequency band. The lower the value, TASCAM US-16x08...
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The previously selected channel that channel is sent only to the left channel of the stereo button will become unlit, and the newly selected channel bus. It is not sent to the right channel of the stereo bus. button will light. TASCAM US-16x08...
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SOLO: The setting of the odd-numbered channel is applied. MUTE: The setting of the odd-numbered channel is applied. Pan sliders: The settings are not combined. The setting of each channel can be set independently. Level faders: The setting of the odd-numbered channel is applied. TASCAM US-16x08...
(64, 128, 256, 512, 1024 and 2048 samples). This is the current sampling Sample Rate frequency. 1 “No Device” is shown when no device is connected. 2 “No ASIO Driver” is shown when an ASIO driver has not been installed. TASCAM US-16x08...
DAW software running on the computer, to output them directly from the desired jacks. NOTE The output signals selected for LINE OUT 1 and LINE OUT 2 will also be output from the PHONES (L/R) jack. TASCAM US-16x08...
• If you turn the unit on without launching the Settings Panel, the LINE OUT 1-8 output settings will be set to COMPUTER 1–8. • There is no Settings Panel for iOS devices, so the unit will operate with its default settings. TASCAM US-16x08...
For this reason, saving settings to a scene memory will erase the previously saved settings. 1. In the menu bar, click the name of a scene memory in the SceneMemory menu (Windows/Mac) to open the submenu. Mac version TASCAM US-16x08...
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3. The following name input window will open. NOTE Click the “Cancel” button to return to the Settings Panel without initializing. Windows version Mac version 4. After you complete inputting the new name, click the “OK” button in the window. TASCAM US-16x08...
When shipped from the factory, the LINE OUT 1-2 knob is set to its minimum value, so no sound will be output from the LINE OUT 1-2 jacks. When using the unit in mic preamp mode, set the LINE OUT 1-2 knob to its maximum value. TASCAM US-16x08...
Windows Media Player Windows 8 3. On the Playback page, right-click “Speakers TASCAM US-16x08”, and click “Set as Default Device” in the pop-up 1. Quit all applications and right-click the Start screen to show menu that appears. the App Bar. Then, click the All apps button to open the When you do this, the green check mark (4) appears next Apps screen.
1. Open the Utilities folder within the “Applications folder”, and double-click “Audio MIDI Setup”. Then open the “Audio Devices” window. 2. Click “US-16x08” to select it and right-click or control-click it. Then, click “Use this device for sound output” in the pop-up menu.
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-16x08...
Since the unit might not properly function with some the Apple menu. USB ports, try connecting to a different USB port that is Open “Sound", and select “US-16x08” on the Output tab. built into the computer. After completing the setting, restart the computer and check the sound of playback.
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10 – Troubleshooting NOTE • Try again after disconnecting other USB devices. (Keyboards and mice can be left connected.) • Do not use a USB hub. Always connect the unit directly to a USB port on the computer (built-in). TASCAM US-16x08...
Nominal input level: +4 dBu (1.228 Vrms) Connector: 5-pin DIN (gain knob at minimum) Format: standard MIDI Maximum input level: +24 dBu (12.282 Vrms) Gain range: 45 dB Connector: 4-pin USB B-type Transfer rate: USB 2.0 High Speed (480 Mbps) TASCAM US-16x08...
This does not guarantee operation with all computers that meet the above requirements. Even computers that meet the same system requirements might have processing capabilities that differ according to their settings and other operating conditions TASCAM US-16x08...
Standard frame attached (state when shipped from factory) Rack mount adapters attached • Illustrations in this manual might differ in part from the actual product. • The external appearance might be changed without notification to improve the product. TASCAM US-16x08...
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