TASCAM US-2000
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Thank you for your purchase of the TASCAM US-2000
USB 2.0 Audio Interface.
Before connecting and using the unit, please take time
to read this manual thoroughly to ensure you understand
how to properly set up and connect the unit, as well as the
operation of its many useful and convenient functions. After
you have finished reading this manual, please keep it in a
safe place for future reference.
You can also download the Owner's Manual from the
TASCAM web site (http://www.tascam.com).
Main features
Audio interface with 16 inputs and 4 outputs
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24-bit/96-kHz audio
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14 balanced analog inputs include 6 XLR for mics, 2
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combined XLR/TRS and 6 line
S/PDIF digital input
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+48V phantom power can be provided (to 8 mic inputs)
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Inputs 1-14 can be monitored individually in mono or in
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stereo as pairs of channels
Outputs include 4 balanced line, a balanced pair for
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monitors, digital and headphone
S/PDIF or AES/EBU selectable digital output
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5-dot meter for every input and output
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Direct monitoring function allows input monitoring
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without latency
In addition to a monitor level control, independent level
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control is possible for the signals input from a computer
by USB and through the unit’s input jacks
Input 7 and 8 have insert jacks
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Can be used with multiple software clients at the same
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time even if some use ASIO and other use WDM for
audio control
USB 2.0 High speed (480 MHz) compatible
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Cubase LE4 included
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A note about computer operation
If you are unsure about how to perform basic computer
operations appearing in this manual, please refer to the
owner’s manual that came with your computer.
1 − Introduction
Included items
The included items are listed below.
Take care when opening the package not to damage the
items. Keep the package materials for transportation in the
future.
Please contact the store where you purchased this unit if
any of these items are missing or have been damaged dur-
ing transportation.
Main unit
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.........................................................................1
Power cord
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.......................................................................1
USB cable
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........................................................................1
CD-ROM
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(containing driver and manuals)
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DVD-ROM (Cubase LE4)
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...............................................1
Cubase LE4 Quick Start Guide
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.......................................1
A rack-mounting screw kit
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..............................................1
A warranty card
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..............................................................1
Owner's manual (this manual)
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........................................1
About this manual
In this manual, we use the following conventions:
The names of keys and controls are given in the follow-
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ing typeface:
MONO
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Messages on the unit’s display are shown with quotation
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marks like this: “Message”
Additional information is introduced in the styles below
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when needed:
TIP
Useful hints when using the unit.
NOTE
Explanation of actions in special situation and
supplement.
CAUTION
Instructions that should be followed to avoid injury,
damage to the unit or other equipment, and loss of data.