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Tascam US-800 User Manual

Tascam US-800
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US-800
USB 2.0 Audio/MIDI Interface
D01105620B
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Tascam US-800 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeAudio Interface
Channels8
A/D Resolution24-bit/96kHz
Phantom PowerYes
MIDI I/OYes
USBUSB 2.0

Summary

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

General Safety Precautions

Covers essential safety precautions, cautions, and symbol explanations for device usage.

Regulatory Compliance and Declarations

Details US-specific FCC rules, compliance statements, and conformity declarations for the unit.

Introduction to the TASCAM US-800

Key Features and Package Contents

Outlines the main features and lists the components included in the US-800 package.

Manual Conventions and Cautions

Explains notation, trademarks, installation, and handling cautions for the unit.

US-800 Part Identification

Front Panel Layout and Controls

Details the controls, jacks, and indicators on the front panel of the US-800.

Rear Panel Connectivity Ports

Describes the various input and output connectors located on the rear panel of the US-800.

US-800 Installation Procedure

System Requirements and OS Compatibility

Lists the necessary operating systems, computer hardware, and memory for using the US-800.

Driver and Control Panel Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing the US-800 driver and control panel software on Windows and Mac.

Uninstalling the US-800 Driver

Procedures for removing the US-800 driver from Windows XP, Vista, 7, and Mac OS X.

Installation Support and Performance Tuning

Installation FAQs and Computer Performance Tips

Addresses common installation questions and provides tips for improving computer performance.

Cubase LE 5 Software Setup Guide

Information on setting up the included Cubase LE 5 music production software.

US-800 Control Panel Setup

Control Panel Interface and Menus

Explains the function of the control panel and details the available menus and settings for Windows and Mac.

US-800 Mixer Tab Details

Mixer Interface and Input Fader Controls

Describes the Mixer tab, including faders, pan sliders, mute/solo buttons, and master faders.

Mixer Advanced Controls

Pan, Mute, Solo, and Link Functionality

Details the operation of pan sliders, mute/solo buttons, and stereo link buttons within the mixer.

US-800 Output Tab Configuration

Output Selectors and Fader Settings

Covers the Output tab, detailing output selectors and faders for LINE OUT, PHONES, and DIGITAL OUT.

System and State Settings

Latency, Clock, and Version Information

Explains latency settings, clock source, sample rate, driver, and firmware versions.

Connecting the TASCAM US-800

USB and Audio Input Connections

Guides on connecting the unit via USB and various analog audio inputs like microphones and guitars.

Analog and Digital Output Connections

Details connections for line-level devices, digital devices, monitor speakers, and headphones.

MIDI and Digital Audio Interfacing

Explains how to connect MIDI devices and handle S/PDIF digital audio signals.

Low-Latency Monitoring with the Mixer

Mixer Usage and Monitoring Benefits

Explains how the digital mixer provides very low latency monitoring for instruments and playback.

Setting Up Guitar Monitoring

Provides a step-by-step guide to mixing guitar input with computer playback for headphone monitoring.

Software Application Integration

Cubase LE 5 Setup Guide

Instructions for setting up the included Cubase LE 5 DAW with the US-800.

Windows Media Player Setup

Guides on configuring Windows Media Player to use the US-800 for audio output.

Mac OS X iTunes Setup

Instructions for configuring iTunes and Mac OS X's Audio MIDI Setup for the US-800.

Stand-Alone Operation Mode

Stand-Alone Mode Overview and Settings

Explains standalone operation and details the fixed mixer, output, and sample rate settings.

MIDI Implementation Chart

MIDI Protocol and Message Details

A table detailing MIDI messages transmitted and received by the US-800.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Installation and Recognition Problems

Solutions for when the unit fails to install or is not recognized by the computer.

No Sound or Audio Playback Issues

Troubleshooting steps for when no sound is heard during audio playback on Windows and Mac.

Audio Performance Problems

Addresses issues like audio breakup and noise, suggesting performance optimization techniques.

Technical Specifications

Audio Converters and Connectivity Specs

Details AD/DA converter specs, analog/digital inputs, outputs, and control I/O specifications.

Performance Metrics and System Requirements

Lists audio performance metrics, computer system requirements for Windows and Macintosh.

Physical Dimensions and Block Diagram

Provides dimensional drawings and a block diagram illustrating the US-800's audio flow.

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