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1 - Introduction : About the manual About the manual Pushed controls on the DM-4800 are referred to as "keys". Their virtual equivalents displayed on screen are referred to as "buttons". Within this manual, the following typographic conventions are used: What's in the manual 1, "Introduction" (page 10) This section, providing an introduction to the DM-4800. 2, "Basic operational concepts" (page 17) This is important-it gives you basic information on the way in which you use the DM-4800's controls and menu systems, etc. as well as providing an explanation of way in which the DM-4800 stores data. 3, "Connections" (page 48) Provides information on how to connect the DM-4800 to other equipment in your setup. 4, "Routing & assignment" (page 58) Since the DM-4800 is a "soft" console, with many patches and assignments made through software rather than physical connections, you should read this section to understand how the inputs and outputs of the DM4800, as well as the internal connections, are linked together. 5, "Channel modules" (page 71) This section describes the modules which form the basic "building blocks" of the DM-4800. Most of the mixing work you do on the DM-4800 will use the functions described here. Notes and warnings TIP We give hints and tips on using the DM-4800 in this way. NOTE These notes provide additional explanations for special cases, etc. • The name of a control or connector on the unit is written in the following way: LINE/MIC. • Messages and text shown on the display of the DM-4800 are shown as follows: DIGITAL IN 1. • The name of a control or connector on another unit is written in the following way: AUX IN. This section also contains information on using the DM-4800 in surround modes. 6, "Effects" (page 94) The parameters controlling the built-in effects of the DM-4800 are described here and a list of the preset libraries may also be found in this section. 7, "MIDI" (page 96) This provides information on the MIDI capabilities provided by the DM-4800. 8, "Remote operation" (page 105) The DM-4800 is capable of acting as a remote control unit for a wide variety of external devices, including DAW systems. This section explains how to use these capabilities. 9, "Specifications" (page 118) Specifications of the DM-4800, together with a guide to the popup messages that appear on screen. Also note that there are two separate publications in addition to this manual and the printed Quick Reference Guide: these cover the automation features of the DM-4800 and the TMCompanion software, which are provided as electronic publications in PDF format. CAUTION Cautions show that you may lose data or performance may suffer if the instructions are not followed. WARNING These warnings should be taken very seriously. They describe situations which can cause injury, or damage to equipment if the instructions are not followed. TASCAM DM-4800 User's Manual 13