TASCAM SERIES 208i Reference Manual

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    D01355520A SERIES 102i SERIES 208i AUDIO INTERFACE REFERENCE MANUAL Before connecting this unit to a computer, you must download and install dedicated software on the computer.
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    28 Bundled DAW software 28 Other DAW software 28 Windows Media Player 28 macOS and iTunes 28 iOS...28 7 - Standalone Mode 29 Overview 29 Settings in standalone mode 29 Various settings 29 2 TASCAM SERIES 102i / SERIES 208i 8 - MIDI Implementation Chart 30 9 - Troubleshooting 31 10
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    keyboards and other MIDI devices oo Low latency monitoring through the DSP mixer oo DSP OFF switch (SERIES 208i only) oo Supports USB Audio Class 2.0 oo Operation confirmed with major DAW software, including Cubase, to follow these instructions could result in injury. Trademarks oo TASCAM is a
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    off. Status Lit Blinking Unlit Meaning Good USB connection Bad USB connection (disconnected or error occurred) Operating in . q 3-4 input connectors (SERIES 208i only) These analog inputs are XLR/TRS combo jacks. These support high impedance input, including direct TASCAM SERIES 102i / SERIES 208i
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    a computer from suspend (sleep) mode, if the unit does not operate properly, turn it off and turn it on again or disconnect and reconnect the USB cable. g DC IN 12V connector Connect the included AC adapter (PS-P1220E) here. 5 TASCAM SERIES 102i / SERIES 208i
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    core processor Memory 2 GB or more Apple iOS devices Supported operating systems Apple device running iOS 10 or later Supported audio drivers Windows USB Audio Class 2.0, ASIO 2.2, WDM (MME), MIDI Mac Core Audio, Core MIDI Apple iOS devices Core Audio for iPhone 6 TASCAM SERIES 102i / SERIES 208i
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    at this time. If the unit is still not recognized after a while, open the software installation screen from the notification area at the bottom right of the computer display, and click "Skip obtaining driver software from Windows Update" to stop the search. 7 TASCAM SERIES 102i / SERIES 208i
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    the Mac dedicated software NOTE ii Install the Mac dedicated software on the computer before connecting the unit to it with the USB cable. ii it was not downloaded from the Mac App Store." In this case, click the "OK" button to close the message. 8 TASCAM SERIES 102i / SERIES 208i In this case,
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    Select "TASCAM SERIES 102i_208i version x.xx" from the list, and double-click it. 3. Then, follow the instructions that appear on the screen. Uninstalling the Mac dedicated software Delete "SERIES 102i_208i" from the Application folder to complete uninstallation. 9 TASCAM SERIES 102i / SERIES 208i
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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 4 types of outlet plugs. Attach the the unit or a TEAC service center (on the back cover) to request repair. 10 TASCAM SERIES 102i / SERIES 208i
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    with S/MUX (When using the word clock output of a TASCAM SERIES 8p Dyna as the clock master for this unit) Powered speakers Drum machine Computer Examples of connections to a SERIES 208i 4 - Preparation Connecting with a computer Use the included USB cable to connect the unit to a computer
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    If you want to monitor sound from a MIDI device, connect its audio outputs to the 1-2 (or 3-4 on SERIES 208i) jacks on the front of the unit or use an external mixer use an application that supports MTC to synchronize a multitrack recorder (MTR) and MIDI devices. 12 TASCAM SERIES 102i / SERIES 208i
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    "TASCAM". Mac oo On the Launchpad, click SERIES 102i_208i. oo Using the Finder, open the Applications folder and double- click SERIES 102i_208i to open the Settings Panel. oo In the Audio Devices window of the Audio MIDI Setup application, right-click (control-click) "SERIES 102i" or "SERIES 208i
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    . (see "Channel Mixer details" on page 16) NOTE All channels are available when a SERIES 208i is connected. When a SERIES 102i is connected, the INPUT 3, INPUT 4 and OPT B1 - B8 channels cannot be frequencies. The LCF button lights when enabled. (Default: off ) 14 TASCAM SERIES 102i / SERIES 208i
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    and click Initialize Reverb to reset the settings shown in the REVERB section to their default values. (see "Resetting the reverb settings" on page 23) TASCAM SERIES 102i / SERIES 208i 15
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    : off ) NOTE In addition to turning the MUTE button on and off, channels will be automatically muted and unmuted when SOLO buttons are used. 16 TASCAM SERIES 102i / SERIES 208i
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    the Enter key before switching from the MIXER page to a different page, the input characters will continue to be shown but will not be saved. TASCAM SERIES 102i / SERIES 208i 17
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    fader adjustments and channels being muted. 8 STEREO MASTER fader level display area This shows the level of the STEREO MASTER fader as a decibel value. 18 TASCAM SERIES 102i / SERIES 208i
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    settings they shared when stereo-linked. The channel level meters switch to showing mono signals. Both channels use the settings they shared when stereo-linked. TASCAM SERIES 102i / SERIES 208i 19
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    Playback and Recording tabs of the Sound Properties in Control Panel screen. ii Mac: Set the sample rate in the Audio Devices window of Audio MIDI Setup. 20 TASCAM SERIES 102i / SERIES 208i NOTE ii When the unit and the computer are not connected, "No Device" is shown for the "Firmware Version
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    SERIES 208i down menu and select the signal you want to output. SERIES 102i options Option INPUT 1 INPUT 2 OPTICAL 1 OPTICAL 2 BUS 1-4. 5 - Using the Settings Panel SERIES 208i options Option INPUT 1 INPUT 2 INPUT 3 3 Monitor Select ENABLE button (SERIES 208i only) This opens the Monitor Control
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    settings in the REVERB section on the MIXER page. See "Resetting the reverb settings" on page 23 for details. Minimize This minimizes the Settings Panel software to the Windows Taskbar or Mac Dock. Close Close the Settings Panel and quit/exit the software. 22 TASCAM SERIES 102i / SERIES 208i
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    2.7 s 50 The reverb type will also be set to HALL (default value). NOTE Click the "Cancel" button to return to the previous screen without initializing. TASCAM SERIES 102i / SERIES 208i 23
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    you can use them to operate the unit in standalone mode when it is not connected to a computer by USB. See "Saving Settings Panel settings to the unit" on page 26 for details. NOTE The Buffer Size item The select button settings on the MIXER page are not saved. 24 TASCAM SERIES 102i / SERIES 208i
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    , the 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 TASCAM SERIES 102i / SERIES 208i 25
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    to save all the current Settings Panel settings to the unit memory. NOTE The Buffer Size item on the INFORMATION page is not saved. 26 TASCAM SERIES 102i / SERIES 208i
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    the latest version of the software or firmware. The file will be downloaded automatically in the update software will launch. Click the " the software is launched. ii After closing the update window, you can reopen it by selecting "Update" from the "Help" menu. TASCAM SERIES 102i / SERIES 208i 27
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    we explain how to set some audio applications for use with this unit. DAW software Bundled DAW software Download quickstart guides for the bundled DAW software from the TEAC Global Site (http://teac-global.com/), and refer to them for instructions about downloading, installing and making settings in
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    , and are output from the output jacks. In addition, when operating in standalone mode, the USB indicator will be unlit. Various settings When the power is turned on again, the various settings unit" was executed while connected to a computer. 7 - Standalone Mode TASCAM SERIES 102i / SERIES 208i 29
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    -: YES Mode 3: OMNI OFF, POLY Mode 4: OMNI OFF, MONO -: NO Recognize × × × × Remarks Thru Thru Thru Thru Thru Thru Thru Thru Thru Thru Thru Thru 30 TASCAM SERIES 102i / SERIES 208i
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    9 - Troubleshooting Please read this chapter if you are unable to use the unit properly even after setting it following the procedures in this manual. If you are still unable to resolve your problems please contact TASCAM customer support with the following information about the operating
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    , antivirus software and other software running in the background when using this unit. 2. Set the buffer size (latency) in the audio application that recording software. TASCAM recommends that this function be disabled, especially when using a multi-channel interface such as the SERIES 208i.
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    ) Digital audio input ratings OPTICAL (S/MUX) IN (SERIES 208i includes A and B) Connectors: OPTICAL (JEITA RC-5720C) Signal format: Multi-channel optical format (Supports S/MUX when 88.2 k, 96 k, 176.4 k or 192 kHz.) Control input/output USB Connector: 4-pin USB B-type Transfer rate: USB 2.0 High
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    LINE OUT, 1kHz sine wave, GAIN knob at minimum) 34 TASCAM SERIES 102i / SERIES 208i Computer system requirements Check the TEAC Global Site (http://teac-global.com/) for the latest information about supported operating systems. Windows Supported operating systems Windows 10 32-bit Windows 10 64-bit
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    102i: 7.2 W SERIES 208i: 14 W Dimensions SERIES 102i: 186 × 65 × 160 mm (width × height × depth) SERIES 208i: 296 × 65 × 160 mm (width × height × depth) Weight SERIES 102i: 1.1kg SERIES 208i: 1.6kg Operating temperature range 5-35°C (41-95°F) 10 - Specifications TASCAM SERIES 102i / SERIES 208i 35
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    drawings SERIES 102i 160mm SERIES 208i 186mm  65mm 160mm 296mm 65mm oo Illustrations in this manual might differ in part from the actual product. oo Specifications and external appearance might be changed without notification to improve the product. 36 TASCAM SERIES 102i / SERIES 208i
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    TASCAM SERIES 102i / SERIES 208i 37 SERIES 102i/208i DSP BLOCK DIAGRAM SOLO MONITOR BALANCE OUT 5 LINE OUT 6 LINE OUT 7 LINE OUT 8 only SERIES 208i Computer 1 Computer 2 Computer 3 Computer 4 Computer 5 Computer 6 Computer 7 Computer 8 USB only SERIES 208i Block diagrams 10 - Specifications
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    jp/jp/ TEAC AMERICA, INC. Phone: +1-323-726-0303 10410 Pioneer Blvd. Suite #1 and #4, Santa Fe Springs, California 90670, U.S.A. https://tascam.com/us/ TEAC UK Ltd. Phone: +44-1923-797205 Meridien House, Ground Floor,69 - 71, Clarendon Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1DS, United Kingdom https
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D01355520A
SERIES 102i
SERIES 208i
AUDIO INTERFACE
REFERENCE MANUAL
Before connecting this unit to a computer, you must download and install dedicated software on the computer.