Tascam FW-1082 User Manual

DAW Control Surface / FireWire Audio-MIDI Interface
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Tascam FW-1082 Specifications

General

Type	FireWire Audio/MIDI Interface and Control Surface
Analog Inputs	8
Analog Outputs	8
MIDI I/O	Yes
Phantom Power	Yes
Motorized Faders	Yes
Bit Depth	24-bit
Connectivity	FireWire
FireWire Ports	1
Control Surface	Yes
Audio Inputs	8
Digital Inputs	S/PDIF
Digital Outputs	S/PDIF
EQ	3-band on each channel
Faders	9
Sample Rate	44.1 kHz / 48 kHz
Weight	6 kg
Dimensions	420 x 340 x 105 mm

Summary

Parts of the FW-1082

Front Panel Layout and Controls

Details the layout and functional sections of the FW-1082's front panel, including input, channel, encoders, monitoring, mode controls, and DAW transport controls.

Rear Panel Connectivity

Details all input/output connectors, power jack, FireWire ports, MIDI I/O, and foot switch jack on the rear of the FW-1082.

Functional Overview

Control Surface Modes

Explains the three operating modes of the FW-1082's control surface: Computer, MIDI CTRL, and MON MIX.

Control Surface Modes and Operation

Computer Control Mode

Explains how the FW-1082 communicates with DAW software for control and data transmission.

Native Protocol

Details the FW-1082's default control mode for applications with native support or specific plug-ins.

Mackie Emulation Protocol

Describes how the FW-1082 emulates the Mackie Control protocol for broader software compatibility.

HUI Emulation Protocol

Details the FW-1082's emulation of the Mackie HUI protocol for compatibility with Human User Interface applications.

MIDI Control Mode

Explains how to use the FW-1082 to control external MIDI devices via MIDI messages.

Monitor Mix Mode

Describes using the FW-1082 as a zero-latency monitor mixer for audio inputs and DAW returns.

Control Panel Settings

Settings Tab

MIDI Programming Tab

Troubleshooting and Support

Troubleshooting Guides

Provides guidance for resolving common audio and control surface issues with the FW-1082.