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Tascam DM-24 User Manual

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DM-24
Digital Mixing Console
Professional
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Tascam DM-24 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandTascam
ModelDM-24
CategoryMusic Mixer
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Important Safety Precautions

Important Safety Instructions

Provides critical safety guidelines for operating the audio equipment, including warnings and instructions.

General Safety Warnings and Notes

General safety warnings and notes for handling electrical equipment and preventing hazards.

Introduction to the TASCAM DM-24

DM-24 Features

Highlights the advanced features of the DM-24 digital mixing console, including its audio quality and flexibility.

Supplied Accessories and Manual Structure

Lists included accessories and explains how the reference manual is organized for ease of use.

Understanding Word Clock Issues

Explains the importance of word clock for digital audio synchronization and potential issues.

User Interface Overview

Scope of Controls and Screen Types

Details the different control screens (system, global, module) and how to navigate them.

Using PODs for Parameter Adjustment

Explains the function of the four rotary PODs for adjusting highlighted parameters and fine-tuning values.

Interface Navigation and Value Changes

Covers alternative methods for changing parameter values using cursor keys, dial, and faders.

Rotary Encoders and LED Indicators

Describes the function of rotary encoders, their ring LEDs, and their use for common parameters like EQ and pan.

Fader Layers and Control Key Functions

Explains the fader layer system, machine control keys, and automation keys for console operation.

System-Wide Options Configuration

OPTION Screen Setup

Details the setup options for display, encoder operation, library access, and LED types.

General Preferences Settings

Configures fader sensitivity, module selection, stereo linking, and meter calibration preferences.

Solo Mode Configuration

Sets up different solo modes (Mix Solo, Exclusive Solo) and solo linking options for monitoring.

Synchronization and Timecode Settings

Configures timecode sources, automation synchronization, and related timecode display settings.

Digital Audio and Clock Settings

Manages digital audio clock sources, format settings, and optional interface card configurations.

Checking Clock Sources and Format

Details how to check available clock sources and configure digital input/output formats.

DM-24 Hardware Components

Top Surface Controls and Connections

Provides an overview of the DM-24's top surface, detailing analog inputs, I/O, controls, and sections.

Analog Input and Output Specifications

Details the specifications for MIC, LINE, INSERT, ASSIGNABLE SENDS/RETURNS, and other analog I/O.

Module Control and Library Sections

Describes controls for module editing, library functions, and parameter adjustments.

Monitoring and Transport Controls

Explains the monitoring section controls, including solo, dimming, talkback, and metering.

Module Faders and Selection Areas

Details the module faders, selection keys, mute keys, and transport/automation controls.

Rear Panel Connections Overview

Illustrates and describes the digital audio and control connections found on the DM-24 rear panel.

Setting Up the Input/Output (I/O)

Defining Signal Sources and Returns

Explains how to select signal sources (inputs, returns) for channels, including ADAT and TDIF.

Configuring Output Signals and Assignments

Details output signals (busses, sends, direct outs) and how to assign them to physical outputs.

Patching Inputs and Returns to Channels

Describes how to switch between assigned inputs and returns for channels using I/O screens.

Assigning Inputs to Channels

Guides on assigning mic/line, digital, and return sources to console channels.

Channel-to-Buss Assignments

Explains how to make global and individual channel assignments to busses, stereo, or aux sends.

Output Assignments and Digital Outputs

Details output assignments for busses, aux sends, and digital outputs (AES/EBU, SPDIF).

Assignable Sends and Returns

Explains how to set up analog I/O connectors as insert points or send/return effect loops.

Hookup Procedures and Connections

Analog Connection Guidelines

Provides guidance on connecting analog audio sources, processors, and monitoring equipment.

Digital Audio Connection Setup

Details digital audio connections for DTRS recorders, ADAT, and other digital interfaces.

Synchronization and Control Connections

Explains connections for ADAT, digital I/O, MIDI, timecode, and remote control devices.

Module Operations and Controls

Selecting Modules for Editing

Guides on how to select individual modules or stereo pairs for parameter editing.

Common Area Indicators and Controls

Details common indicators and controls visible on module screens, including dynamics and EQ.

EQ Parameter Adjustments

Explains how to adjust EQ parameters (gain, frequency, Q, type) for each frequency band.

Aux Send Level and Pre/Post Settings

Covers setting aux send levels, pre/post states, and global setup options for aux sends.

Setup Screen and Channel Configuration

Details the setup screen for configuring channel parameters like source, gate, compressor, and delay.

Digital Trim and Delay Adjustments

Explains how to set global digital trim and delay parameters for channels.

Linked Modules and Stereo Linking

Describes how to link modules for stereo operation and the shared parameters involved.

Utility Copying Functions

Explains how to copy settings like aux send levels and pan settings between channels.

Dynamics Processors

Overview of Dynamics Processors

Introduces the DM-24's digital compressors, gates, and expanders and how to turn them on/off.

Dynamics Processing for Channels 1-16

Details the settings for gate, expander, and compressor on input channels 1 through 16.

Dynamics Processing for Master Channels

Explains dynamics processing for master channels (aux, buss, stereo) and assigning processors.

Gate and Expander Parameter Details

Provides detailed explanations of parameters for noise gates and expanders.

Compressor Parameter Details

Explains the parameters for compressors, including threshold, ratio, attack, release, and makeup gain.

Grouping Functions

Mute and Fader Grouping

Explains how to create and manage mute and fader groups for simultaneous control of channels.

Grouping Layers for Complex Mixing

Describes how to create hierarchical group layers for simplifying complex mixing setups.

Monitoring System Setup

Control Room Monitoring Configuration

Details how to set up control room outputs and select signal sources for monitoring.

Studio Monitoring and 2-Track Input

Explains studio monitoring setup and notes regarding 2-track analog inputs.

Soloing Modes and Functions

Covers soloing modes (Mix Solo, Exclusive Solo), solo linking, and solo types (PFL, AFL).

Dimming, Talkback, and Slate Settings

Details dimming controls, talkback microphone use, and setting the destination for the slate signal.

Meters and Faders Operation

Explains on-screen metering, fader setup, and meter ballistics for monitoring signals.

Machine Control and Location Features

Selecting External Devices for Control

Guides on adding and managing external devices (DTRS, MIDI, P2) for control via the DM-24.

Auto-Detection and Control Type Selection

Explains auto-detection of devices and how to select control types (STATE, ID, CHASE, TRA).

Machine Control Mapping and General Parameters

Covers storing machine control mappings and setting general MIDI/machine control parameters.

Location Memory Management

Details how to store, edit, and recall location memories for precise device positioning.

External Control and DTRS Device Operations

Provides notes on external control, viewing lists, manual location, and specific DTRS device functions.

MIDI Functions

Bulk Data Transfer (Send/Receive)

Explains how to store and recall settings using MIDI bulk dump messages.

System Software Updates

Guides on updating the DM-24's system software using MIDI files.

MIDI Control Change Messaging

Details how to send and receive MIDI Control Change messages for channel control.

MIDI Implementation Chart

Provides a chart detailing MIDI functions transmitted and recognized by the DM-24.

Library Functions

Library Concepts and Management

Explains library concepts, total locations, read-only locations, and managing library entries.

Storing and Recalling Library Entries

Guides on storing entries to active/non-active libraries and recalling them.

Setting and Editing Library Titles

Details the process of naming and editing library entries, including special commands.

Snapshot Library Features

Explains snapshot library structure, protecting settings, and neutral settings.

Effect and Dynamics Processor Libraries

Covers libraries for internal effects, dynamics processors (compressors, gates/expanders).

EQ Library Presets

Details the EQ library, providing preset and user settings with graphical and numerical data.

Surround Operations

Selecting Surround Modes and Monitoring

Guides on selecting surround modes (2+2, 3+1, 5.1) and monitoring surround patterns.

Assigning Buss Patterns to Surround Channels

Explains how to select buss patterns for surround modes and assign modules to surround channels.

Surround Pan Controls and Global Settings

Details surround pan controls, image width, and global boom levels for 5.1 surround.

High Sampling Frequency Operation

Selecting and Constraints for High Sampling Frequency

Explains how to select high sampling frequency mode and constraints on compatible devices.

High Sampling Frequency Channel and I/O Changes

Details how channels, aux sends, and I/O assignments are affected in high sampling frequency mode.

Monitoring and Grouping in High Sampling Frequency

Covers monitoring, aux sends, stereo linking, and grouping adjustments in high sampling frequency mode.

Libraries and Trim/Delay in High Sampling Frequency

Explains library compatibility and trim/delay settings in high sampling frequency mode.

Optional Expansion Cards

Installing Expansion Cards

Provides instructions and warnings for installing optional interface cards into the DM-24.

Cascade Card Setup and Usage

Details how to connect and set up two DM-24 units in cascade mode for expanded functionality.

Cascaded Facilities and Effects

Explains shared solo/muting, snapshot cascading, automation, and effects management in cascade mode.

TDIF-1, ADAT, and AES3 Card Details

Describes the TDIF-1, ADAT, and AES3 optional cards, including their specifications and usage.

AD/DA Card and Timecode Display

Covers the AD/DA card for analog I/O conversion and the timecode display functionality.

Specifications

Analog Audio I/O Specifications

Lists detailed specifications for all analog audio inputs and outputs, including levels and impedance.

Digital Audio I/O and Miscellaneous Connections

Details specifications for digital audio interfaces and other I/O connections like MIDI and word sync.

Equalization and System Performance

Provides specifications for the EQ section and overall system performance metrics like THD and noise.

Physical Characteristics and Dimensional Drawing

Lists physical dimensions, weight, power requirements, and provides a dimensional drawing.

Messages and Troubleshooting Guide

A comprehensive list of system messages, their explanations, and troubleshooting steps.

TASCAM Corporation Contact Information

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