TASCAM Celesonic US-20x20 Reference Manual V2.10

TASCAM Celesonic US-20x20 Manual

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    D01268420C US-20x20 USB Audio MIDI Interface with Mic Pre/Mixer REFERENCE MANUAL Before connecting this unit to a computer, you must download and install dedicated software on the computer.
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    manual 3 Trademarks and copyrights 3 2 - Names and functions of parts 4 Front panel 4 Rear panel 5 3 - Installation 6 System requirements 6 Windows 6 Mac 6 iOS devices 6 Supported audio drivers Initializing the Settings Panel 23 2 TASCAM US-20x20 Resetting the reverb settings 24 Using
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    modes: interface, mic preamp, mixer • Support for high-resolution recording formats up to 24-bit/192kHz • Supports Windows and Mac • Connect with computers using in this manual, please refer to the computer operation manual. Conventions used in this manual In this manual, we use TASCAM US-20x20 3
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    TASCAM US-20x20 noises from monitoring equipment, and this could damage equipment or harm hearing. 4 MIC/INST IN1-IN2 jacks (balanced/unbalanced) These analog inputs are XLR/TRS combo jacks. They support could harm your hearing or result in other trouble. 0 USB indicator This lights orange when the
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    USB cable to connect the unit to a computer or iOS device (supports USB 2.0/3.0). CAUTION • The included USB cable (USB 2.0 or USB output. CAUTION If a digital system has multiple word clock masters, serious problems, including damage to equipment, could occur. i 75Ω ON/OFF/THRU/ TASCAM US-20x20 5
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    iOS 7 or later Supported audio drivers 88 Windows USB Audio driver will be used. • When using this unit with an iOS device, the standard OS driver will be used, so there is no need to install dedicated software. CAUTION Before starting to install software, quit other applications. 6 TASCAM US-20x20
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    recognized after some time, open the software installation screen from the message area at the bottom right of the computer display, and click "Skip Obtaining Drivers From Windows Update" to cancel the search. TASCAM US-20x20 7
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    a warning message such as "'US-20x20.pkg' can't be opened because it was not downloaded from the Mac App Store." might appear. If a message like this appears, follow the instructions in "Working with Gatekeeper" on . Then, control-click (or right-click) the file and click "Open". 8 TASCAM US-20x20
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    , there is no need to uninstall a driver or Settings Panel. Follow these procedures if a problem occurs or you no longer intend to use TASCAM US-20x20 version X.XX" ("X.XX" is the driver software version) in the list. 4. Then, follow the instructions that appear on the screen. 88 Mac Delete "US-20x20
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    with the unit. Using a different AC adapter could cause malfunction, overheating, fire or other problems. NOTE The AC adapter for the unit includes two types of outlet plugs. Attach the type you purchased the unit or a TEAC service center (on the back cover) to request repair. 10 TASCAM US-20x20
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    recorder Sound module Computer Drum machine Powered speakers or amplifier and speakers Example using a US-20x20 CAUTION • Before making connections, turn this unit and all equipment to be connected off them. If you are unsure, do not supply phantom power to a ribbon mic. TASCAM US-20x20 11
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    http://teac-global.com/) for the latest information about supported operating systems. 88 Windows Supported operating systems Windows 10 32-bit Windows 10 64-bit , however, to the same bus should not be a problem. Audio connections Analog audio signals input into this device from 12 TASCAM US-20x20
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    do so might cause sudden loud noises, which could harm your hearing or result in other trouble. MIDI connections Connect sound modules, keyboards, synthesizers, drum machines and other MIDI devices to to the iOS device. • iOS does not support 176.4/192kHz sampling frequencies. TASCAM US-20x20 13
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    10 Right-click the Start button w All Programs w select "US-20x20 Settings Panel" under TASCAM and open the Settings Panel. Windows 8.1 Click the button  effect settings. "INTERFACE": Shows the current status of the driver and information about connections. Make various settings. "OUTPUT SETTING
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    (5) button of a channel to make equalizer settings for it. Equalizer settings are shown here for the channel selected using its Select (5) button. "MIXER" page channels 1-2 TASCAM US-20x20 15
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    (1) display area will show the active equalizer settings. NOTE The equalizer cannot be turned on if the sampling frequency is 176.4/192kHz. 16 TASCAM US-20x20 8 COMP buttons Use these to turn the compressor on/off for each channel. Click a COMP button to activate the compressor for that channel
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    to the right of the 1/REVERB knob. The indicator lights blue at levels of 0 dB or less and yellow at levels from 0 dB to 6 dB. TASCAM US-20x20 17
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    LCF button to enable a low cut filter that cuts noise and other sounds at low frequencies. The LCF button lights when enabled. (Default: off ) 18 TASCAM US-20x20
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    reverberations continue. The larger the value, the longer they continue. Range: 0.1 s - 10 s (default: 2.7 s) 5 DIFFUSION knob Sets the breadth of the reverberations. Range: 0 - 100 (default: 20) TASCAM US-20x20 19
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    use the settings they shared when stereo-linked. The channel level meters are shown independently again. These setting values of each channel are shown. 20 TASCAM US-20x20
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    items when the unit and the computer are not connected.) • "No ASIO Driver" is show for the "Sample Rate" item if no ASIO driver has been installed. Setting area 1 Sample Clock Source Use this to set the , if no signal is input through the corresponding connector or synchroni- TASCAM US-20x20 21
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    (Only when 176.4/192 kHz) Options: COAXIAL, OPTICAL 1/2 5 Buffer Size (Windows only) The Windows driver for the unit stores the audio signals transferred to and from the computer temporarily in a buffer. This the operation mode is MIXER, signals are output from SOLO BUS (L/R). 22 TASCAM US-20x20
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    10 oo COAX L: COMPUTER 11 oo COAX R: COMPUTER 12 oo OPT 1: COMPUTER 13 oo OPT 2: COMPUTER 14 oo OPT 3: COMPUTER 15 oo OPT 4: COMPUTER 16 TASCAM US-20x20 23
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    The reverb type will also be set to HALL (default value). NOTE Click the "Cancel" button to return to the Settings Panel without resetting. 24 TASCAM US-20x20
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    . NOTE The Buffer Size item on the "INTERFACE" page is not saved. Mac version NOTE Select button settings on the "MIXER" page are not saved. TASCAM US-20x20 25
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    following message will appear. Windows version 4. Input a new name for the scene memory, and click the "OK" button to confirm the change. Windows version 26 TASCAM US-20x20
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    screen to save all the current Settings Panel settings to the unit memory. NOTE The Buffer Size item on the "INTERFACE" page is not saved. TASCAM US-20x20 27
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    to change the sampling frequency (44.1 kHz by default) in mic preamp mode. 88 Windows Control Panel w Sound window w Speakers TASCAM US-20x20 w Properties (p) w US-20x20 Properties Advanced tab w Default Format 88 Mac Applications folder w Utilities folder w Audio MIDI Setup w Audio Devices window
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    (44.1 kHz by default) in digital mixer mode in the following manner. 88 Windows Control Panel w Sound window w Speakers TASCAM US-20x20 w Properties (p) w US-20x20 Properties Advanced tab w Default Format 88 Mac Applications folder w Utilities folder w Audio MIDI Setup w Audio Devices window
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    Guide In this chapter, we explain how to set some audio applications for use with this unit. DAW software The ways that settings are made differ among DAWs. When using a DAW, consult its operation manual Speakers TASCAM US-20x20". 3. On the Playback page, right-click "Speakers TASCAM US-20x20", and
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    8 - Application Guide Windows 7 1. Quit all applications and open the Control Panel from sound output" in the pop-up menu. The speaker mark appears next to "US-20x20". 3. On the Playback page, right-click "Speakers TASCAM US-20x20", and click "Set as Default Device" in the pop-up menu that appears.
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    2: OMNI ON, MONO Mode 4: OMNI OFF, MONO Transmit × × × × -: YES ×: NO Recognize × × × × Remarks Thru Thru Thru Thru Thru Thru Thru Thru Thru Thru Thru Thru 32 TASCAM US-20x20
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    using audio engines with settings that are different from the OS settings, so confirm the DAW settings first after installing the driver and Settings Panel software for this unit. Please see the manuals for the applications that you are using for detailed setting procedures. TASCAM US-20x20 33
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    10 - Troubleshooting 88 Sound breaks up or there is noise. The processing load on the computer causes sound to break up and noise to occur. Here 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) • 34 TASCAM US-20x20
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    TASCAM US-20x20 interface is not very good. How do I fix this? First, make sure that your audio interface is set to ASIO mode: • Press P to open the Preferences window • Click "Playback and Recording" from the left column • Set the Driver Mode to ASIO 10 - Troubleshooting 88 I see that the US-20x20
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    Panel INTERFACE page Output impedance: 75 Ω Output level: 0.5 Vp−p/75 Ω 88 OPTICAL (S/MUX) IN/OUT Connectors: OPTICAL (JEITA RC-5720C) Signal format: Multi-channel optical (supports S/MUX when 88.2/96/176.4/192kHz) 36 TASCAM US-20x20
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    or USB 3.0) and the USB specification that can be used depends on the computer and OS you are using. Supported operating systems Windows 10 32-bit Windows 10 64-bit Windows 8.1 32-bit Windows 8.1 64-bit Windows 7 differ according to their settings and other operating conditions TASCAM US-20x20 37
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    the USB 3.0 standard. iOS devices Device made by Apple Inc. running iOS 7 or later Supported audio drivers 88 Windows USB Audio Class 2.0, ASIO 2.0, WDM (MME), MIDI 88 Mac Core Audio, 44 × 222.4 mm (W × H × D) 88 Weight 2.7kg 88 Operating temperature range 5-35 °C (32-104 °F) 38 TASCAM US-20x20
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    88 With rack mount adapters attached NN NN NN NN NN NN NN NN NN • Illustrations in this reference manual might differ in part from the actual product. • The external appearance might be changed without notification to improve the product. TASCAM US-20x20 39
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    11 - Specifications Block diagrams Mic preamp mode 40 TASCAM US-20x20 48V MIC IN1/INST IN1 48V MIC IN2/INST IN2 48V MIC IN3/LINE IN3 48V MIC IN4/LINE IN4 48V MIC No.1 to No.4 optical outputs at 88.2/96kHz You are only able to use No.1 and No.2 optical outputs at 172.4/192kHz US-20x20 MIC PRE MODE
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    TASCAM US-20x20 41 SOLO ST BUS AUX1-4 BUS METER Fader Mute Mute MIC IN1-8 48V /INST IN1-2 /LINE IN3-8 LINE IN9-10 to No.4 optical outputs at 88.2/96kHz You are only able to use No.1 and No.2 optical outputs at 172.4/192kHz US-20x20 AUDIO INTERFACE MODE Audio interface mode 11 - Specifications
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    11 - Specifications Digital mixer mode 42 TASCAM US-20x20 ST BUS AUX1-4 BUS SOLO BUS METER Fader Mute MIC IN1-8 48V /INST IN1-2 /LINE IN3-8 LINE IN9-10 PAD to No.4 optical outputs at 88.2/96kHz You are only able to use No.1 and No.2 optical outputs at 172.4/192kHz US-20x20 DIGITAL MIXER MODE
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    Level diagrams 11 - Specifications TASCAM US-20x20 43
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REFERENCE MANUAL
Before connecting this unit to a computer, you must download and install dedicated software on the computer.
D01268420C
US-20x20
USB Audio MIDI Interface with Mic Pre/Mixer