TASCAM X-48MKII
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1 – Introduction
Thank you very much for purchasing the TASCAM
X-48MKII 48 Track Digital Audio Workstation.
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://tascam.com/).
Features
48-track hard disk recorder
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Transport keys and meters on the front panel can be
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used to control the multitrack recorder
1TB hard disk built-in
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Recording to external hard disks using high-speed
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eSATA connection
Built-in hard disk format: NTFS
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Audio file format: Broadcast Wave Format (BWF)
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Operation modes include standalone (unsynchronized),
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timecode synchronization and Theater Play
Edit tracks using the graphical user interface (GUI),
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including cut, copy, delete and undo/redo
Undo operations using the UNDO command (up to
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1000 changes) and History List
Non-real-time time compression editing
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Support for 44.1, 48, 88.2 and 96 kHz sampling
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frequencies, including pull-up and pull-down
±6% pitch control playback
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Support for LTC and MTC timecode synchronization
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Support for video resolve synchronization to video
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frame-edge for timecode synchronization
Fail Safe Recording refreshes file headers every 5
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seconds
Digital mixer has 48 channels, 12 stereo subgroups, 6
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aux sends and 1 stereo master
Digital mixer can be used for mixing down during
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playback
Each channel and group includes dynamics
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(compressor), 4-band EQ and 6 AUX sends
Volume automation on all 48 channels by writing
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volume curves
Internal 32-bit floating-point processing
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GUI can be controlled by connecting a display,
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keyboard and mouse
6 TDIF digital input and output connectors support
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a total of 48 inputs and outputs at 96 kHz sampling
frequency
2 option card slots for 24 channels of audio input and
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output (analog, AES/EBU, ADAT)
1 coaxial stereo digital input and output (S/PDIF)
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Clock source options: internal, WORD, S/PDIF, TDIF,
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SLOT 1, SLOT 2
Support for WORD SYNC IN/OUT/THRU, with WORD
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SYNC OUT supporting clocks at both high and normal
(base) sampling frequencies
VIDEO IN/THRU (video resolve, NTSC/PAL Black Burst
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and up to 1080p Tri-level HDTV Sync)
TRS balanced LTC input and output
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MIDI IN and MIDI OUT
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Machine control using RS-422 9-pin connection
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Audio data and EDL data import (OPEN TL) and export
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(OPEN TL/AAF) supported
Built-in DVD drive for backup
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Projects can be copied to external hard drives
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connected to the eSATA connector and USB 2.0 jacks
Data can be transmitted to a host computer via
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Ethernet (supports 1000BASE-TX)
Footswitch can trigger playback in Theater Play mode,
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and can be set to PLAY/STOP, PUNCH IN/OUT when in
Internal mode
4U rackmount size
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Theater mode playlist can be used to change playback
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order
Continuous recording for 48 hours
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Recording past 00:00 (24 hours)
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USB 2.0 jacks can be used to connect USB devices,
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including mice, keyboards, hard disks and flash
memory
Big Meter screen shows level meters for 48 tracks
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Unpacking
The X-48MKII has been packed to ensure its safety during
shipment. Inspect the unit for damage immediately upon
unpacking and contact the shipper or retailer if damage is
discovered or items appear to be missing. Please keep all
boxes and packing material in case your X-48MKII needs
to be shipped in the future. Inside the shipping carton,
you will find the following:
X-48MKII Unit
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Power Cord specific to the country where you
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purchased it
A rack-mounting screw kit
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Two white plastic spacers and screws for installation
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of digital cards (IF-AE24/IF-AD24)
System Restore CD
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Documentation CD
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A warranty card
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This Owner’s Manual
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