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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

 

24-bit/96-kHz audio

 

14 balanced analog inputs include 6 XLR for mics, 2 

 

combined XLR/TRS and 6 line 

S/PDIF digital input

 

+48V phantom power can be provided (to 8 mic inputs)

 

Inputs 1-14 can be monitored individually in mono or in 

 

stereo as pairs of channels 

Outputs include 4 balanced line, a balanced pair for 

 

monitors, digital and headphone 

S/PDIF or AES/EBU selectable digital output 

 

5-dot meter for every input and output 

 

Direct monitoring function allows input monitoring 

 

without latency

In addition to a monitor level control, independent level 

 

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

 

Can be used with multiple software clients at the same 

 

time even if some use ASIO and other use WDM for 
audio control 

USB 2.0 High speed (480 MHz) compatible

 

Cubase LE4 included

 

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

 

 .........................................................................1

Power cord

 

 .......................................................................1

USB cable

 

 ........................................................................1

CD-ROM 

 

(containing driver and manuals)

 ........................1

DVD-ROM (Cubase LE4)

 

 ...............................................1

Cubase LE4 Quick Start Guide

 

 .......................................1

A rack-mounting screw kit

 

 ..............................................1

A warranty card

 

 ..............................................................1

Owner's manual (this manual)

 

 ........................................1

About this manual

In this manual, we use the following conventions:

The names of keys and controls are given in the follow-

 

ing typeface: 

MONO

.

Messages on the unit’s display are shown with quotation 

 

marks like this: “Message”

Additional information is introduced in the styles below 

 

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.

Summary of Contents for US-2000

Page 1: ...US 2000 USB 2 0 Audio Interface D01088620A OWNER S MANUAL...

Page 2: ...d serial number and retain them for your records Model number Serial number In North America use only on 120V supply CE Marking Information a Applicable electromagnetic environment E4 b Peak inrush cu...

Page 3: ...feet of the unit before mounting NOTE Leave 1U of space above the unit for ventilation Allow at least 10 cm 4 in at the rear of the unit for ventilation 1 Read these instructions 2 Keep these instruct...

Page 4: ...settings 12 Overview 12 Control panel settings 12 Audio Performance 12 Sample Clock Source 12 Digital Output Format 12 Digital Output Chanels 12 5 Connections 13 USB connections 14 Audio connections...

Page 5: ...d 8 have insert jacks Can be used with multiple software clients at the same time even if some use ASIO and other use WDM for audio control USB 2 0 High speed 480 MHz compatible Cubase LE4 included A...

Page 6: ...utions and notes for placement and use The operating temperature should be between 5 C and 35 C 41 F and 95 F Make sure that the unit is mounted in a level position for correct operation Do not place...

Page 7: ...ors for balanced mic connections and the phone jacks for electric guitars and basses for example The pin assignments of the XLR jacks are 1 GND 2 HOT and 3 COLD POWER switch 11 Use to turn the unit s...

Page 8: ...ced analog line outputs Signals output from a computer connected by USB are output from these jacks Set which signals are output using an audio application for example on the computer These jacks can...

Page 9: ...e TASCAM website http www tascam com Do not connect the US 2000 to your computer before you have installed the driver CAUTION Handle the enclosed CD ROM with care If the disc becomes scratched or dirt...

Page 10: ...hen the screen below appears unplug the connect ing USB cable from the unit or the PC 9 When the screen below appears once more recon nect the unit and the PC with the USB cable 10 When the screen bel...

Page 11: ...you are running audio programs Processing digital audio places a considerable load on your computer This means that if you are running other applications especially graphics or Internet tools at the...

Page 12: ...l You should select the buffer size that works best for your system On the Windows version of the US 2000 Control Panel the Audio Performance setting permits you to adjust the buffer size that will be...

Page 13: ...TASCAM US 2000 13 5 Connections Headphones Guitar Bass guitar Drum machine Sound module Keyboard Drum Effects unit Powered speaker or amplifier and speaker Computer Digital recorder USB...

Page 14: ...requires phantom power turn on the 48V switch on the front panel CAUTION Connecting a dynamic mic with an unbalanced connection could damage it if the 48V switch is ON Do not connect or disconnect mic...

Page 15: ...the computer If you make this setting sound will be output through this unit but no sound will be output by the computer s speakers or headphone jack Windows Vista and Windows Media Player Close all...

Page 16: ...er and double click Audio MIDI Setup to launch it Click the Audio Devices tab 22 Set Default Input Properties for Default Output and System Output to US 2000 Launch iTunes select an audio file and sta...

Page 17: ...e the following settings sound will be output through this unit but no sound will be output by the computer s speakers or headphone jack Windows XP Shut down all applications and open the Control 11 P...

Page 18: ...en Choose Window Color and Appearance and then 22 click Open classic appearance properties for more options Select Windows Vista Basic or any option other 33 than Windows Aero b Performance settings R...

Page 19: ...Maximum output level 20 dBu INSERT Unbalanced terminal Connector 6 3 mm 1 4 TRS Standard phone jack Tip SEND Ring RECEIVE Sleeve GND Output impedance 100 Nominal output level 2 dBu Maximum output leve...

Page 20: ...ac OS X 10 4 11 or later Mac OS X 10 5 6 or later Supported computer system Apple Macintosh series equipped with a USB port as standard equipment CPU clock Power PC G4 1 GHz or faster or Intel process...

Page 21: ...4 mm 1 mm 434 2 mm 482 6 mm 465 6 mm 5 9 mm 280 mm 18 mm 31 8 mm Illustrations and other depictions may differ in part from the actual product Specifications and external appearance may be changed wit...

Page 22: ...22 TASCAM US 2000 Block diagram 8 Specifications...

Page 23: ...TASCAM US 2000 23 Level diagram 8 Specifications...

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