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Tascam US-122 User Manual

Tascam US-122
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US-122
USB Audio/MIDI Interface
This appliance has a serial number located on the
rear panel. Please record the model number and
serial number and retain them for your records.
Model number
Serial number
D00735710B

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Tascam US-122 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Input Channels2
Output Channels2
Sample Rate44.1kHz, 48kHz
Bit Depth16-bit
Mic Preamps2
Phantom PowerYes
MIDI I/OYes
USBUSB 1.1
DriverASIO, WDM
TypeAudio Interface
Input ConnectorsXLR, 1/4" TRS
Output Connectors1/4" TRS
CompatibilityWindows, Mac
Channels2

Summary

1 – Introduction

Overview

General introduction to the US-122 USB audio/MIDI interface and its capabilities.

Features

Details the key audio and MIDI interface features of the US-122 unit.

What's in the package

Lists all items included in the US-122 product package.

Copyright and trademarks

Information regarding copyrights, trademarks, and legal notices.

Nomenclature used in this manual

Explains conventions for displaying controls and software elements in the manual.

2 – Controls and indicators

Top Panel Controls

Identifies and describes controls and indicators on the top panel of the US-122.

Rear Panel Connections

Details the connectors and ports located on the rear panel of the US-122.

Front Panel Descriptions

Explains the various input and output jacks on the front panel of the US-122.

3 – Installation

System Requirements

Outlines the minimum and recommended system specifications for PC and Mac.

Mac OS Installation

Instructions for installing the US-122 on Mac OS systems.

Windows Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing the US-122 drivers on Windows.

Windows 2000/XP Installation

Specific installation steps for Windows 2000 and XP operating systems.

Windows Hardware Wizard Installation

Guide for using the Windows New Hardware Wizard for US-122 installation.

Macintosh Installation

Details for installing the US-122 on Macintosh computers.

Setting Up OMS for Mac

Configuration steps for Open Music System (OMS) on pre-OS X Macs.

PC Tuning for Audio

Tips for optimizing PC performance for audio applications.

USB Interfacing Notes

Important considerations for connecting and using USB devices with the US-122.

4 – Hooking up Audio and MIDI

Connecting Audio Sources

Guide on connecting microphones, line-level, and guitar sources to the US-122.

Connecting MIDI Devices

Instructions for connecting MIDI keyboards and other devices to the US-122.

Direct Monitoring Setup

How to use the direct monitoring feature to reduce latency.

5 – The US-122 Control Panel

Main Control Panel Page

Overview of the main settings and status information in the control panel.

Buffer Size Adjustment

How to adjust buffer size for optimal latency and stability.

USB Optimization

Options for optimizing USB performance, including disabling audio.

Chromatic Tuner Function

Explanation of the built-in chromatic tuner feature.

6 – Interfacing with Audio Software

Selecting Audio Device in Software

Steps to select the US-122 as the audio device in applications like Cubasis.

Cubasis Audio Control Panel

Using the Audio Control Panel within Cubasis VST for setup.

Sample Rate and Bit Depth Settings

Configuring sample rate and bit depth for audio streams.

Enabling Input Channels

How to enable specific input channels for recording in Cubasis.

ASIO 2 Direct Monitoring

Enabling direct monitoring via ASIO 2 for low-latency performance.

7 – Sample Recording Session in Cubasis

Cubasis Setup Guide

Initial setup steps for using the US-122 with Cubasis.

Recording Audio Tracks

Process of recording audio tracks using Cubasis and the US-122.

Overdubbing Techniques

How to record additional tracks layered over existing ones.

8 – Other Applications

Mac Sound Manager Setup (pre-OS X)

Configuring Sound Manager for older Mac OS versions.

MacOS 9.0 Sound Settings

Setting audio input/output using the Sound control panel in MacOS 9.0.

MacOS 8.6 Sound Settings

Configuring audio input/output in MacOS 8.6 Sound control panel.

OS X Audio I/O Configuration

Setting audio input/output devices and options in Mac OS X.

OS X Sample Rate and Bit Depth

Configuring sample rate and bit depth for Mac OS X audio.

9 – Technical Support

Windows Troubleshooting Steps

Common troubleshooting steps for Windows installation and operation.

Technical Support Contacts

Ways to contact TASCAM for technical assistance.

Preparing for Support Contact

Information to gather before contacting technical support.

Troubleshooting FAQ

Frequently asked questions and their solutions for common issues.

10 – Specifications

Audio Input/Output Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for audio input and output levels and impedances.

Audio Performance Metrics

Technical data on signal-to-noise ratio, dynamic range, and distortion.

Digital and MIDI Characteristics

Specifications for digital audio conversion, sampling, and MIDI.

Physical and Power Specifications

Dimensions, weight, and power requirements of the US-122.

Dimensional Drawing

Visual diagram showing the physical dimensions of the US-122.

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