Tascam US-2x2 Reference Manual
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- Page 1 D01236020E US-2x2 US-4x4 USB Audio/MIDI Interface REFERENCE MANUAL Before connecting this unit to a computer, you must download and install dedicated software on the computer.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Connecting with iOS devices ..........12 6 – Using the Settings Panel ......13 Opening the Settings Panel ..........13 Windows ................13 Mac ..................13 Settings Panel overview ............13 7 – Application Guide ........15 DAW software ................15 Bundled DAW software ..........15 Other DAW software ............15 TASCAM US-2x2/US-4x4... -
Page 3: Introduction
Failure to follow these instructions could result in injury, damage to equipment or lost recording data, for example. CAUTION When using a US-2x2 that is connected to a computer, it will operate using USB bus power. Using the TEAC Global Site... -
Page 4: Names And Functions Of Parts
USB indicator IN1/IN2 (BALANCED/UNBALANCED) jacks This lights when the USB connection is working. These input jacks are XLR/TRS combo jacks on the US-2x2 and separate XLR and standard TRS jacks on the US-4x4. LINE OUT knob Use the MIC/LINE INST switches on the front of the unit to Use to adjust the output level of the LINE OUT 1-2 jacks. -
Page 5: Rear Panel
(Supports USB 2.0.) CAUTION • When using a US-2x2 that is connected to a computer, it will receive power from the computer's USB port. Depending on the computer, the USB port might not be able to supply enough power to operate the unit. -
Page 6: Installation
“Run” or “Yes” button. 5. Next, select the desired language and click the “OK” button. Supported audio drivers Windows: ASIO2.0, WDM, MIDI Mac: Core Audio, Core MIDI 6. Click the “Next” button when the screen below appears. TASCAM US-2x2/US-4x4... -
Page 7: Installing The Mac Settings Panel
Click “Skip obtaining driver software from Windows Update.” to stop the search. TASCAM US-2x2/US-4x4... -
Page 8: Working With Gatekeeper
When the Gatekeeper setting is not “Allow applications downloaded from: the Mac App Store” ‘“US-2x2_US-4x4 Installer.dmg” is an application downloaded from the Internet. Are you sure you want to open it?” might appear as a security warning message. In this case, click the “Open” button. TASCAM US-2x2/US-4x4... -
Page 9: Uninstalling The Dedicated Software
When a “Security Warning” or “User Account Control” screen appears, click the “Run” or “Yes” button. 2. Click the “Next” button when the screen below appears. 3. When the “Program Maintenance” screen opens, select “Remove” and click the “Next” button. TASCAM US-2x2/US-4x4... -
Page 10: Preparation
US-2x2 Do not use the adapter if there is anything abnormal about Normally, when a US-2x2 is connected to a computer, it will the plug after changing it. Use when the plug is abnormal operate using USB bus power, so a separate power supply is could cause fire or electric shock. -
Page 11: Connections
(standby). • The phantom power switch changes the setting for both US-2x2 input channels (all four US-4x4 input channels) simultaneously. Do not turn phantom power +48V when connecting a mic that does not require phantom power. -
Page 12: Analog Record Players
You will need to prepare an Apple genuine Lightning to USB Camera Adapter (sold separately. Connect monitor speakers (powered speakers or an amplifier DC5V TASCAM PS-P520 AC adapter (sold separately) and speaker system) to the LINE OUT 1-2 jacks on the back of the unit. -
Page 13: Using The Settings Panel
• Using the Finder, open the Applications folder and click Item displayed Meaning Driver Ver (Windows) This is the software version. “TASCAM US-2x2 & US-4x4 Settings Panel” to open the Settings Panel. Panel Ver (Mac) • In the Audio Devices window of the Audio MIDI Setup Device This is the name of the connected unit. - Page 14 (above −60 dBFS) has been detected for 30 minutes, the unit will turn itself off (start standby) automat- ically. Options “ON” (default) : The automatic power saving function is on. “OFF” : The automatic power saving function is off. TASCAM US-2x2/US-4x4...
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Page 15: Application Guide
3. Launch iTunes, select an audio file and start playback. Windows 8.1 screen NOTE • To use US-2x2 & US-4x4 as an ASIO device in DAW software, set US-2x2 (or US-4x4) as the “Default Device”. • To use US-2x2 & US-4x4 Mixing Driver as an ASIO device in an external effect application or similar application for live broadcasting or karaoke, set US-2x2 &... -
Page 16: Using The Software Mixer (For Windows)
Open the Software Mixer in the following manner. CAUTION Be careful not to open “US-2x2 & US-4x4 Settings Panel” in the same folder by mistake. If the Settings Panel is open, close it before opening the Software Mixer. Windows 10 Click the Windows Start button and select “All Programs”... -
Page 17: Software Mixer Overview
Use to adjust the volume input through the unit's IN1 jack. IN 2 volume slider Use to adjust the volume input through the unit's IN2 jack. PC Audio Out volume slider Use to adjust the playback volume of Windows Media Player and karaoke apps. TASCAM US-2x2/US-4x4... -
Page 18: Setting The Playback/Recording Device
Setting the playback/recording device When using the Software Mixer, set the default device to “US-2x2 & US-4x4 Mixing Driver” on the Recording and Playback tabs. See “7 – Application Guide” on page 15 for information about setting the playback/recording device. -
Page 19: Standalone Mode
This function is convenient when you want to practice an instrument without recording, for example. However, when using US-2x2 in standalone mode, a TASCAM PS-P520 DC5V AC adapter (sold separately), which is designed for use with this unit, is necessary. -
Page 20: Midi Implementation Chart
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-2x2/US-4x4... -
Page 21: Troubleshooting
Apple menu. See the end of this document for contact information. 2. Open “Sound”. 3. On the “Output” tab, select “US-2x2” or “US-4x4”. I cannot install the dedicated software. 1. Check the operating system After completing the setting, restart the computer and The operating system being used might not be compatible check the sound of playback. - Page 22 Sound breaks up or there is noise. Support for Bundled DAW Software The processing load on the computer causes sound to break up TASCAM does not provide end-user support for the bundled and noise to occur. DAW Software. Please check the Help menu of the installed software to find where this support is available.
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Page 23: Specifications
: 57 dB 0.003% or less ( MIC/LINE input to LINE OUT, 1kHz sine wave, at nominal input level and maximum output level, JEITA) Crosstalk 95 dB or more ( MIC/LINE input to LINE OUT, 1 kHz, JEITA) TASCAM US-2x2/US-4x4... -
Page 24: Computer System Requirements
Windows 7 64-bit SP1 or later External dimensions (Windows 8, Windows Vista and Windows XP are not US-2x2 : 186 × 65 × 160 mm (width × height × depth) supported) US-4x4 : 296 × 65 × 160 mm (width × height × depth) - Page 25 TASCAM US-2x2/US-4x4...
- Page 26 TEAC CORPORATION http://tascam.jp/ Phone: +81-42-356-9143 1-47 Ochiai, Tama-shi, Tokyo 206-8530 Japan TEAC AMERICA, INC. http://tascam.com/ Phone: +1-323-726-0303 1834 Gage Road, Montebello, California 90640 USA TEAC MEXICO, S.A. de C.V. http://teacmexico.net/ Phone: +52-55-5010-6000 Río Churubusco 364, Colonia Del Carmen, Delegación Coyoacán, CP 04100, México DF, México TEAC UK Ltd.
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