TASCAM DM-24 Installation and Use Automation Manual - Page 3

1 - Introduction The DM-24 is capable of writing and reading mix moves as well as editing and refining mix moves during replay, all synchronized to time code. No external computer is necessary, as all control of the automation is made from the DM-24ís control surface. Automated mixes are stored internally on the DM-24 and can be off-loaded via a System Exclusive (SysEx) MIDI dump to anything capable of storing such data, such as a MIDI sequencer or MIDI data filer. Here are a few reasons to use mixer automation: • Tedious moves, (such as mutes), that occur at the same place in the program each time can be written Using This Manual The following type conventions are used in this manual: BOLD CAPS for physical keys on the mixerís control surface (Automation keys are color coded purple.) to the automation system for playback. This allows you to focus on the creative aspect of listening and mixing, instead of the mechanical aspect of pressing the mute keys at the right time, every time. • Mix moves can be refined to your satisfaction then the automation system will read those moves back every time in exactly the same way. • A mix can be recalled at a later time for further refinement. The DM-24's automation system was designed to be intuitive, using the mixer's familiar control surface and a minimum number of keystrokes, to stay out of the way of the creative process of mixing. LIGHT CAPS or Light First Letter Caps for on-screen controls in the display First Letter Caps for names of operational modes and functions TASCAM DM-24 Automation 3