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Tascam US-1200 User Manual

Tascam US-1200
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US-1200
USB2.0 Audio Interface
OWNER'S MANUAL
Before connecting this unit to a computer, the dedicated driver must be installed on the computer.

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Tascam US-1200 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeUSB Audio Interface
Channels12
Mic Preamps4
Phantom PowerYes
Sample Rate96 kHz
Bit Depth24-bit
USBUSB 2.0
MIDI I/OYes
Inputs4x XLR/TRS combo
Outputs8x TRS

Summary

Safety Precautions and Instructions

U.S.A. User Information

Discusses FCC rules, interference, and corrective measures for Class B digital devices.

Canada Compliance

States compliance with Canadian ICES-003 standards for Class B digital apparatus.

Declaration of Conformity

Declares the product's compliance with corresponding technical standards.

General Cautions and Warnings

Advises against exposure to liquids, confined spaces, and suggests proper AC outlet use.

European Environmental Disposal

Guidance on proper disposal of electrical and electronic equipment for European customers.

China Environmental Compliance

Details hazardous substance content for China compliance (RoHS).

1 - Introduction

Product Features Overview

Details high-quality components, mic preamps, resolution support, and input/output capabilities.

Included Package Contents

Lists the items included in the package: main unit, AC adapter, cables, and software.

Manual Conventions and Notes

Explains formatting for buttons, text, and special notes like TIP, NOTE, and CAUTION.

Trademarks and Copyright Information

Lists trademarks for TASCAM, Microsoft, Apple, and other software providers.

Placement and Environmental Precautions

Guidelines on operating temperature, avoiding dust/heat, and preventing condensation.

TEAC Global Site Usage and Registration

Instructions for downloading drivers/manuals from TEAC site and user registration.

Cleaning the Unit

Instructions on cleaning the unit using a soft dry cloth, avoiding chemicals.

2 - Names and Functions of Parts

Front Panel Overview

Identifies and explains the functions of the front panel controls and indicators.

Rear Panel Overview

Identifies and explains the functions of the rear panel connectors.

3 - Installation

System Requirements

Lists minimum hardware and OS requirements for Windows and Mac OS X.

Connecting Power and Installing Driver

Steps for connecting the AC adapter and general advice on installing the unit's driver.

Windows Driver Installation Procedures

Step-by-step guide for installing the driver on Windows, including language and license.

Mac OS X Driver Installation

Instructions for installing the driver on Mac OS X, including handling Gatekeeper warnings.

Working with Mac Gatekeeper

Explains how to handle macOS Gatekeeper security settings for driver installation.

Uninstalling the Driver (Windows)

Methods for uninstalling the driver on Windows via setup.cmd or Control Panel.

Uninstalling the Driver (Mac OS X)

Instructions for uninstalling the driver on Mac OS X using the remover application.

4 - Connections

Connection Precautions

Safety guidelines and precautions to follow before making connections to the unit.

USB and Audio Connections

How to connect the unit via USB and general analog audio signal routing.

Connecting Audio Sources

Instructions for connecting microphones, guitars, instruments, record players, speakers, and headphones.

5 – Mixer Panel Settings

Opening the Mixer Panel

Step-by-step instructions to open the Mixer Panel for Windows and Mac OS X.

Mixer Panel Overview and Interface

Introduces the Mixer Panel's three pages (INTERFACE, MIXER, EFFECTS) and the INTERFACE page structure.

INTERFACE Page: Status and Settings

Details status display and setting options on INTERFACE page, including audio performance.

Output Selection and Mixer Mode

Explains LINE OUTPUTS selection and how to change the Mixer Mode to stereo or multitrack.

Stereo Mix Mode Usage

Explains the use of Stereo Mix mode for broadcasting or recording stereo mixes.

MIXER Page Controls and Dynamics Effects

Details controls on the MIXER page, including dynamics effect selection and assignment.

Mixer Page Controls: Sends, Mute, Pan, Faders

Explains effect send, mute, pan sliders, and channel faders on the MIXER page.

Mixer Page Controls: Levels and Meters

Describes LINK buttons, channel names, status display, MON MIX, and level meters/displays.

Mixer Page Controls: Effects and Master

Details REVERB button, RETURN/SEND knobs, and master fader/level controls.

EFFECTS Page Controls and Restrictions

Explains EFFECTS page controls, dynamics effect tabs, reverb types, and restrictions on effect usage.

Dynamics Effects: Compressor Details

Details the Compressor effect, its parameters (Threshold, Ratio, Attack, Release, Gain), and function.

Dynamics Effects: Noise Suppressor Details

Details the Noise Suppressor effect, its parameters (Threshold, Suppression, Attack, Release), and function.

Dynamics Effects: De-Esser Details

Details the De-Esser effect, its parameters (Frequency, Depth), and function for vocal processing.

Dynamics Effects: Exciter Details

Details the Exciter effect, its parameters (Frequency, Depth), and function for adding clarity and sparkle.

Dynamics Effects: Equalizer Details

Details the 3-band Parametric EQ effect and its parameters (Gain, Frequency for LOW, MID, HIGH).

Send Effect: Reverb Details

Details the REVERB send effect, its types, and parameters (Pre Delay, Reverb Time).

Restoring Default Settings

Instructions on how to reset mixer and effect settings to their default values via menu options.

Resetting Effect Settings

Specific steps to reset all settings on the EFFECTS page to their default values.

Resetting Mixer Settings

Specific steps to reset settings on the MIXER page and INTERFACE page to defaults.

6 - Application Guide

DAW Software Configuration

General advice on configuring audio applications, particularly Digital Audio Workstations.

Windows Media Player Setup (XP/7)

Steps to set the TASCAM US-1200 as the default audio device in Windows XP/7 Media Player.

Windows Media Player Setup (Win 8)

Steps to set the TASCAM US-1200 as the default audio device in Windows 8 Media Player.

Mac OS X Audio Setup

Steps to configure the TASCAM US-1200 for sound output in Mac OS X with iTunes and Audio MIDI Setup.

7 – Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Overview and Environment

Lists information needed for troubleshooting and initial setup checks.

Installation and Recognition Issues

Advice for when driver installation fails or the computer doesn't recognize the unit.

No Sound Playback Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting steps for no audio output, focusing on default device settings.

Audio Breakup and Noise Reduction

Methods to reduce computer processing load to prevent audio break-up and noise.

Volume and Sound Quality Issues

Troubleshooting steps for volume issues by checking mixer settings and sound quality by checking effects.

8 – Specifications

Audio Resolution and Input/Output Ratings

Details audio resolution, sampling frequencies, bit depth, and analog input/output specifications.

Control and Performance Specifications

Specifies USB port, frequency response, S/N ratio, distortion, and crosstalk performance.

Computer System Requirements

Lists the required operating systems and hardware for Windows and Mac OS X.

General Product Specifications

Provides general specifications like power, consumption, dimensions, weight, and bundled software.

Dimensional Drawings

Shows detailed physical dimensions of the unit with measurements.

Audio Flow Diagram (Multitrack)

Illustrates the signal flow within the unit in Multitrack mode.

Audio Flow Diagram (Stereo Mix)

Illustrates the signal flow within the unit in Stereo Mix mode.

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