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Tascam US-122MKII User Manual

Tascam US-122MKII
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US-122@#
USB 2.0 Audio/MIDI Interface
D01087920A
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Tascam US-122MKII Specifications

General IconGeneral
Audio Interface TypeUSB Audio Interface
Number of Mic Preamps2
Phantom PowerYes
Analog Outputs2 x RCA
MIDI I/OYes
Sample Rate44.1 kHz, 48 kHz
Bit Depth24-bit
Bus PoweredYes
Software IncludedCubase LE
Analog Inputs2 x XLR/TRS combo
Headphone Output1

Summary

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

US Safety and Compliance

FCC compliance and safety regulations for the US market.

General User Safety Guidelines

General guidelines for safe operation and handling.

Equipment Modification Warning

Caution against unauthorized modifications to the equipment.

Introduction

Product Overview

General description of the US-122MKII audio/MIDI interface.

Key Features

Key specifications and capabilities of the US-122MKII.

Computer Operation Guidance

Guidance for users unfamiliar with basic computer operations.

Manual Reading Conventions

Explanation of text formatting and symbols used in the manual.

Registered Trademarks

List of registered trademarks and company names.

Safe Placement and Use

Guidelines for safe and optimal placement and operation of the unit.

Condensation Prevention

Instructions to prevent damage from condensation after temperature changes.

Cleaning the Unit

Proper methods for cleaning the unit's exterior.

Parts of the US-122MKII

Top Panel Layout

Detailed explanation of the top panel's buttons, knobs, and indicators.

Front Panel Connectivity

Description of the front panel's input/output jacks and switches.

Rear Panel Connectivity

Explanation of the rear panel's USB, MIDI, and output connectors.

Installation

System Requirements

Hardware and OS specifications needed for the US-122MKII.

Driver Installation (Windows)

Step-by-step guide for installing the driver on Windows.

Driver Installation (Mac OS X)

Guide for installing the driver on Mac OS X.

Driver Uninstallation

Procedures for removing the driver on Windows and Mac OS X.

Installation Troubleshooting FAQ

Answers to common questions regarding driver installation.

Optimizing Computer for Audio

Tips for optimizing computer performance for audio applications.

Cubase LE4 Installation

Guidance on installing the bundled Cubase LE4 software.

US-122MKII Control Panel Settings

Control Panel Overview

Introduction to the US-122MKII Control Panel and its sections.

Control Panel Sections Explained

Description of the Status and Setting sections of the Control Panel.

Audio Performance Adjustment

Explanation of buffer size adjustment for latency and audio quality.

Connections

Connecting via USB

How to connect the US-122MKII to a computer via USB.

Microphone Input Setup

How to connect microphones (XLR) to the unit, including phantom power.

Audio Input Options

Connecting mics, guitars, keyboards, and other audio sources.

Guitar Input Configuration

How to connect a guitar to the LINE/GUITAR IN jack.

Line-Level Audio Input

Connecting line-level audio sources like keyboards or CD players.

Monitor Speaker Output

Connecting speakers to the LINE OUT jacks on the rear panel.

Headphone Output Setup

Connecting headphones to the PHONES jack on the front panel.

Record Player Connection

Connecting an analog record player via a phono amp.

MIDI Device Connection

Connecting MIDI devices to the MIDI IN/OUT ports.

Application Guide

Windows Media Player (XP)

Configuring Windows Media Player for audio output via the US-122MKII.

Windows Media Player (Vista)

Configuring Windows Media Player for audio output on Windows Vista.

Mac OS X Audio Setup

Setting up audio output for iTunes on Mac OS X.

Cubase LE4 Configuration

Guidance for configuring Cubase LE4 for use with the unit.

MIDI Implementation Chart

Troubleshooting

Installation Problems

Solutions for problems during or after driver installation.

No Audio Output

Steps to resolve issues with no audio output from the unit.

No Audio Output (Vista/Mac)

Configuring sound settings for Windows Vista and Mac OS X.

Audio Glitches and Noise

Methods to fix audio distortion, pops, and noise issues.

System Performance Tuning

Adjusting system settings for optimal audio performance.

Cubase LE4 Support Information

Information regarding support for the bundled Cubase LE4 software.

Specifications

Audio Input/Output Ratings

Detailed electrical specifications for audio inputs and outputs.

Control and USB Interface Specs

Specifications for MIDI and USB connectivity.

Audio Performance Metrics

Technical details on frequency response, SNR, and distortion.

Computer System Compatibility

Detailed OS and hardware requirements for Windows and Mac.

General Technical Details

Sampling rates, bit depth, and other general technical details.

Power and Physical Dimensions

Details on power supply, consumption, dimensions, weight, and operating temperature.

Included Software

Information about the included Cubase LE4 software.

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