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TASCAM X-48MKII
Rear panel
y
TDIF Inputs and Outputs
Each of these jacks transmits 8 channels of TDIF-format
digital audio input and output at up to 96 kHz/24-bit.
NOTE
To get all 8 channels of audio input and output at 96 kHz,
the equipment connected to the X-48MKII must have the
latest TDIF capabilities, such as TASCAM’s DM-3200 and
DM-4800 digital mixers.
u
Option card slot 1
This slot adds an additional I/O format for channels
1-24. It’s compatible with interface cards such as the
IF-AN24X analog, IF-AD24 ADAT optical and IF-AE24
AES/EBU cards (sold separately).
i
Option card slot 2
Adds an additional I/O format for channels 25-48.
Cards 1 and 2 do not need to be the same, you can mix
and match Analog and AES for example.
o
MIDI Input and Output
Used to generate and receive MIDI Timecode. Also
used to receive MIDI Machine Control commands.
p
Timecode Input and Output
Generates and receives SMPTE LTC timecode through
balanced 1/4” jacks.
a
Footswitch jack
Compatible with a momentary footswitch like the
TASCAM RC-30P for punch in/punch out and so on.
NOTE
To operate correctly, a footswitch must be connected
before the X-48MKII is powered on.
s
Remote
Compatible with RS-422 / Sony 9-pin edit controllers
for machine control
d
Video clock in/thru
Use these BNC connectors to input black burst and tri-
level sync signals and for thru output.
f
Mouse/Keyboard
PS/2-compatible mouse and keyboard inputs. You can
also use a USB mouse and keyboard.
g
Option
Not used.
h
Option
Not used.
j
VGA output
Your monitor should be capable displaying a
resolution of at least 1024x768 pixels at a refresh
rate of at least 60 Hz. The maximum resolution of the
X-48MKII’s display output is 2048x1536 pixels.
k
Word Sync In/Out/Thru
Compatible with BNC word clock generators.
l
USB
Four USB 2.0 jacks for connecting a keyboard, mouse,
flash drive or hard drive.
;
Ethernet
100/1000 (Gigabit compatible) ethernet jack. See the
section on Networking for more information.
z
S/PDIF
Stereo coaxial digital input and output.
x
Option
Not used.
c
eSATA
eSATA
connector for connecting external hard drives
2 – Names and Functions of Parts