TASCAM Pro Audio Brochure 2011
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..., with external preamps. The 48-channel DM-3200 packs many of the features of selected channel (DM- No matter what your application, the TASCAM DM-4800 and DM-3200 adapt to the needs of any professional audio installation. • 48 channels and 16 returns for 64 total • Flexible routing allows any channel or output •...
..., with external preamps. The 48-channel DM-3200 packs many of the features of selected channel (DM- No matter what your application, the TASCAM DM-4800 and DM-3200 adapt to the needs of any professional audio installation. • 48 channels and 16 returns for 64 total • Flexible routing allows any channel or output •...
DM-4800 Technical Documentation
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...7733 Telegraph Road Montebello, CA 90640 (323) 726-0303 http://www.tascamcontractor.com All features and specifications are provided to allow control of two DM-4800s. Per channel LED ring encoders for pan, aux sends, and EQ Touch sensitive, motorized faders 4-band EQ, compression and gating on each... channel Compression for projects is stored in EFX processors, each able to run TC Reverb programs Flexible routing allows any input to be routed to change without notice. DM-4800 continued... MSRP $5,999.00 48 Channels and 16 returns (total 64 inputs) 24 groups / busses 12 Aux...
...7733 Telegraph Road Montebello, CA 90640 (323) 726-0303 http://www.tascamcontractor.com All features and specifications are provided to allow control of two DM-4800s. Per channel LED ring encoders for pan, aux sends, and EQ Touch sensitive, motorized faders 4-band EQ, compression and gating on each... channel Compression for projects is stored in EFX processors, each able to run TC Reverb programs Flexible routing allows any input to be routed to change without notice. DM-4800 continued... MSRP $5,999.00 48 Channels and 16 returns (total 64 inputs) 24 groups / busses 12 Aux...
DM-4800 Advance Brochure
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... Flash media using built-in CF slot • Optional MU-1000 meter bridge (as shown) The TASCAM DM-4800 is more can be routed to fit their needs. The optional IF-FW/DM mkII interface card provides 32 channels to the needs of analog and digital I/O is the ultimate digital console ...for the first 48 channels. No matter what your application, the TASCAM DM-4800 adapts to and from a computer at...
... Flash media using built-in CF slot • Optional MU-1000 meter bridge (as shown) The TASCAM DM-4800 is more can be routed to fit their needs. The optional IF-FW/DM mkII interface card provides 32 channels to the needs of analog and digital I/O is the ultimate digital console ...for the first 48 channels. No matter what your application, the TASCAM DM-4800 adapts to and from a computer at...
DM-4800 Effects List
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... signal gain is multiplied 110 times. Morph 0.0% - 100.0% (0.1% steps) Specifies mix balance between preamp distortion and power amp distortion when Routing is closer to 100%, more pre-amp distortion. Parameter Tap 8 gain amount Indicator Tap8Gain Range 0% - 100% (1% steps) Effect parameter...PreAmp Drive 0.00 - 11.00 (0.01 steps) Sets distortion at power amp section. Routing PreAmp+PwrAmp, PreAmp->PwrAmp, PwrAmp->PreAmp, PreAmp, PowerAmp Sets distortion routing. TASCAM DM-4800 Effect list 15 Remarks DISTORTION FX2.0 This mono distortion enables pre-amp or power amp modeling...
... signal gain is multiplied 110 times. Morph 0.0% - 100.0% (0.1% steps) Specifies mix balance between preamp distortion and power amp distortion when Routing is closer to 100%, more pre-amp distortion. Parameter Tap 8 gain amount Indicator Tap8Gain Range 0% - 100% (1% steps) Effect parameter...PreAmp Drive 0.00 - 11.00 (0.01 steps) Sets distortion at power amp section. Routing PreAmp+PwrAmp, PreAmp->PwrAmp, PwrAmp->PreAmp, PreAmp, PowerAmp Sets distortion routing. TASCAM DM-4800 Effect list 15 Remarks DISTORTION FX2.0 This mono distortion enables pre-amp or power amp modeling...
DM-4800 Owner's Manual
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... 11 Channel modules 11 Channel destinations 12 Outputs 12 Effects 12 Unpacking the DM-4800 12 About the manual 13 What's in the manual 13 1, "Introduction" (page 10 13 2, "Basic operational concepts" (page 17 13 3, "Connections" (page 48 13 4, "Routing & assignment" (page 58 13 5, "Channel modules" (page 71 13 6, "Effects" (page 94 13...
... 11 Channel modules 11 Channel destinations 12 Outputs 12 Effects 12 Unpacking the DM-4800 12 About the manual 13 What's in the manual 13 1, "Introduction" (page 10 13 2, "Basic operational concepts" (page 17 13 3, "Connections" (page 48 13 4, "Routing & assignment" (page 58 13 5, "Channel modules" (page 71 13 6, "Effects" (page 94 13...
DM-4800 Owner's Manual
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... 51 Digital inputs 51 Mute Defeat 51 Stereo output 51 Slot card configuration 52 IF-AN/DM 52 IF-AE/DM 52 IF-TD/DM 52 IF AD/DM 52 IF-FW/DM 52 IF-SW/DM 52 Cascade configuration 53 Master/slave setting 53 Making the cascade connection 53 Setting up the... change action 56 Changing the clock 57 Clock phase 57 OUT SPEED 57 4 : Routing & assignment Routing 59 Input routing 59 Batch routing 60 Flipping the channels 60 Loopback options 60 Digital input selection 60 Output routing 61 Slot card outputs 61 Insert patching 61 Send/return linking 62 TASCAM DM-4800 User's Manual 5
... 51 Digital inputs 51 Mute Defeat 51 Stereo output 51 Slot card configuration 52 IF-AN/DM 52 IF-AE/DM 52 IF-TD/DM 52 IF AD/DM 52 IF-FW/DM 52 IF-SW/DM 52 Cascade configuration 53 Master/slave setting 53 Making the cascade connection 53 Setting up the... change action 56 Changing the clock 57 Clock phase 57 OUT SPEED 57 4 : Routing & assignment Routing 59 Input routing 59 Batch routing 60 Flipping the channels 60 Loopback options 60 Digital input selection 60 Output routing 61 Slot card outputs 61 Insert patching 61 Send/return linking 62 TASCAM DM-4800 User's Manual 5
DM-4800 Owner's Manual
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...management 92 Storing snapshots 93 Information about a snapshot 93 6 : Effects Routing the effects 94 Setting up the effects 94 Effect libraries 95 7 : MIDI MIDI port switching and filtering 96 Program Change messages and the DM-4800 97 Setting the MIDI channels 97 Batch setup 97 MIDI Implementation Charts ...Mode 109 AUTO 109 DEFERRED 109 IMMEDIATE 109 Play Command Type 109 Record Command Type 110 Locate Preroll 110 MIDI Control by the DM-4800 111 MIDI controllers 111 MIDI faders 112 MIDI Mixer 112 DAW controllers 113 HUI 114 Sonar 114 Digital Performer 114 Logic 114 ...
...management 92 Storing snapshots 93 Information about a snapshot 93 6 : Effects Routing the effects 94 Setting up the effects 94 Effect libraries 95 7 : MIDI MIDI port switching and filtering 96 Program Change messages and the DM-4800 97 Setting the MIDI channels 97 Batch setup 97 MIDI Implementation Charts ...Mode 109 AUTO 109 DEFERRED 109 IMMEDIATE 109 Play Command Type 109 Record Command Type 110 Locate Preroll 110 MIDI Control by the DM-4800 111 MIDI controllers 111 MIDI faders 112 MIDI Mixer 112 DAW controllers 113 HUI 114 Sonar 114 Digital Performer 114 Logic 114 ...
DM-4800 Owner's Manual
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... the clock sources 56 Table 3.1: Clock options in normal and high-speed modes 57 4 : Routing & assignment Table 4.1: Module facilities on the DM-4800 .....58 Fig. 4.1: Routing inputs 59 Table 4.2: Input sources 59 Table 4.3: Destination layers 59 Fig. 4.2: Routing outputs 61 Fig. 4.3: Routing inserts 62 Fig. 4.4: Assignment keys 63 Fig. 4.5: Buss assignment screen (linked busses 64 Fig...
... the clock sources 56 Table 3.1: Clock options in normal and high-speed modes 57 4 : Routing & assignment Table 4.1: Module facilities on the DM-4800 .....58 Fig. 4.1: Routing inputs 59 Table 4.2: Input sources 59 Table 4.3: Destination layers 59 Fig. 4.2: Routing outputs 61 Fig. 4.3: Routing inserts 62 Fig. 4.4: Assignment keys 63 Fig. 4.5: Buss assignment screen (linked busses 64 Fig...
DM-4800 Owner's Manual
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... 6 : Effects Fig. 6.1: Internal effect send and return routing 94 Fig. 6.2: Effect library screen 94 Fig. 6.3: Effect setting 95 Table 6.1: Common effect parameters 95 7 : MIDI Fig. 7.1: MIDI setup 96 Fig. 7.2: MIDI Program Change screen 97 8 : Remote operation Fig. 8.1: Adding external devices for control by the DM-4800 105 Table 8.1: Machine control methods 105 Table... 114 9 : Specifications Fig. 9.1: Dimensional drawing (including optional MU-1000 meter bridge 121 Table 9.1: Popup messages 121 Fig. 9.2: Block diagram 136 Fig. 9.3: Level diagram 137 TASCAM DM-4800 User's Manual 9
... 6 : Effects Fig. 6.1: Internal effect send and return routing 94 Fig. 6.2: Effect library screen 94 Fig. 6.3: Effect setting 95 Table 6.1: Common effect parameters 95 7 : MIDI Fig. 7.1: MIDI setup 96 Fig. 7.2: MIDI Program Change screen 97 8 : Remote operation Fig. 8.1: Adding external devices for control by the DM-4800 105 Table 8.1: Machine control methods 105 Table... 114 9 : Specifications Fig. 9.1: Dimensional drawing (including optional MU-1000 meter bridge 121 Table 9.1: Popup messages 121 Fig. 9.2: Block diagram 136 Fig. 9.3: Level diagram 137 TASCAM DM-4800 User's Manual 9
DM-4800 Owner's Manual
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There are also eight assignable send outputs and inputs for direct high-speed bidirectional communication between a DAW and the DM-4800. See the section on assignments ("Routing & assignment" on whether the project is in ➤ 48 full-function channels 16 "simple" channels ➤ Assignable internal ...be freely assigned internally to be patched internally (naturally, routing configurations may be freely assigned, and can have two sources (input and return), which may be stored and recalled). Channel modules The DM-4800 provides 64 channel modules. The other 16 are "...
There are also eight assignable send outputs and inputs for direct high-speed bidirectional communication between a DAW and the DM-4800. See the section on assignments ("Routing & assignment" on whether the project is in ➤ 48 full-function channels 16 "simple" channels ➤ Assignable internal ...be freely assigned internally to be patched internally (naturally, routing configurations may be freely assigned, and can have two sources (input and return), which may be stored and recalled). Channel modules The DM-4800 provides 64 channel modules. The other 16 are "...
DM-4800 Owner's Manual
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...with each ), and eight channels of outputs. Furthermore, even when working at a sampling frequency of 88.2kHz or 96kHz, the DM-4800 retains the same number of eight outputs each mic/line input, which allow additional processors to these effects using the stereo digital I/O ... Unpacking the DM-4800 The DM-4800's box contains the items listed below. Avoid twisting or turning your footing and grip. Effects The DM-4800 incorporates two high-quality digital effects, including a digital reverb programmed by using busses or aux sends, and the returns fed back to be routed internally to...
...with each ), and eight channels of outputs. Furthermore, even when working at a sampling frequency of 88.2kHz or 96kHz, the DM-4800 retains the same number of eight outputs each mic/line input, which allow additional processors to these effects using the stereo digital I/O ... Unpacking the DM-4800 The DM-4800's box contains the items listed below. Avoid twisting or turning your footing and grip. Effects The DM-4800 incorporates two high-quality digital effects, including a digital reverb programmed by using busses or aux sends, and the returns fed back to be routed internally to...
DM-4800 Owner's Manual
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...manual 1, "Introduction" (page 10) This section, providing an introduction to as follows: DIGITAL IN 1. • The name of the DM-4800 are referred to the DM-4800. 2, "Basic operational concepts" (page 17) This is written in which can cause injury, or damage to use these cover the ... IN. Their virtual equivalents displayed on screen are referred to the popup messages that you should be found in your setup. 4, "Routing & assignment" (page 58) Since the DM-4800 is a "soft" console, with a guide to as electronic publications in this manual, the following way: LINE/MIC. •...
...manual 1, "Introduction" (page 10) This section, providing an introduction to as follows: DIGITAL IN 1. • The name of the DM-4800 are referred to the DM-4800. 2, "Basic operational concepts" (page 17) This is written in which can cause injury, or damage to use these cover the ... IN. Their virtual equivalents displayed on screen are referred to the popup messages that you should be found in your setup. 4, "Routing & assignment" (page 58) Since the DM-4800 is a "soft" console, with a guide to as electronic publications in this manual, the following way: LINE/MIC. •...
DM-4800 Owner's Manual
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...function: SHIFT & CTRL keys Analog input section Routing Library & CF card slot "Fat channel" controls Control section Encoders and encoder control Monitoring section Modules and fader layer section Automation Machine control Figure 1.2: Overview of the DM-4800 may seem a little intimidating at fi...it is actually remarkably simple, considering the functionality built into the unit. 1 - Introduction : The features of the DM-4800 The features of the DM-4800 This section describes the different areas of the DM4800 as well as providing a guide to hooking up other equipment for...
...function: SHIFT & CTRL keys Analog input section Routing Library & CF card slot "Fat channel" controls Control section Encoders and encoder control Monitoring section Modules and fader layer section Automation Machine control Figure 1.2: Overview of the DM-4800 may seem a little intimidating at fi...it is actually remarkably simple, considering the functionality built into the unit. 1 - Introduction : The features of the DM-4800 The features of the DM-4800 This section describes the different areas of the DM4800 as well as providing a guide to hooking up other equipment for...
DM-4800 Owner's Manual
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...8226; Compressor/expander setting library • Gate library • Automation data • Effect setting libraries Project Each library in the DM-4800's memory, is possible to pick and choose from 000 to 127). Libraries Snapshot CCFCF1BCF-1Ba4F-1Bna4-n1kBa4-skna4sknsks EQ CCFCF1BCF-1Ba4F-1Bna4... and libraries Pressing ENTER will load the project, ignoring any of presets to store settings. Projects contain system information, automation and routing information associated with it (it easy to return to a previous state when a project has to two preset banks. The effect...
...8226; Compressor/expander setting library • Gate library • Automation data • Effect setting libraries Project Each library in the DM-4800's memory, is possible to pick and choose from 000 to 127). Libraries Snapshot CCFCF1BCF-1Ba4F-1Bna4-n1kBa4-skna4sknsks EQ CCFCF1BCF-1Ba4F-1Bna4... and libraries Pressing ENTER will load the project, ignoring any of presets to store settings. Projects contain system information, automation and routing information associated with it (it easy to return to a previous state when a project has to two preset banks. The effect...
DM-4800 Owner's Manual
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... time connecting and disconnecting equipment once you will need to spend a lot of how the routing and assignment are arranged. 48 TASCAM DM-4800 User's Manual Connections This section describes how the DM-4800 connects to another unit 24 channels TDIF digital I /O & sw itch returns 5-8 Meter... 3.1: Overview of rear panel features The illustration above provides an overview of the way in terms of the internal routing and patching, it is extremely "soft" in which the rear panel connections are managed. Since the DM-4800 is unlikely that you have your setup in your studio. 3 -
... time connecting and disconnecting equipment once you will need to spend a lot of how the routing and assignment are arranged. 48 TASCAM DM-4800 User's Manual Connections This section describes how the DM-4800 connects to another unit 24 channels TDIF digital I /O & sw itch returns 5-8 Meter... 3.1: Overview of rear panel features The illustration above provides an overview of the way in terms of the internal routing and patching, it is extremely "soft" in which the rear panel connections are managed. Since the DM-4800 is unlikely that you have your setup in your studio. 3 -
DM-4800 Owner's Manual
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...jacks on page 61. NOTE These are not the same as described above). The nominal send and return levels of sources (see "Routing" on page 42 for high-output microphones. Connections : Analog connections Analog connections Mic/line connections All these analog controls). This is ... 9-12, 13-16, 17-20, and 21-24). The analog input signal level can be used to accept -10dBV connections (from the DM-4800 with the phantom power turned on . Channel inserts The analog inserts for balanced condenser microphones. Figure 3.2: Analog channel inputs and controls Note that input...
...jacks on page 61. NOTE These are not the same as described above). The nominal send and return levels of sources (see "Routing" on page 42 for high-output microphones. Connections : Analog connections Analog connections Mic/line connections All these analog controls). This is ... 9-12, 13-16, 17-20, and 21-24). The analog input signal level can be used to accept -10dBV connections (from the DM-4800 with the phantom power turned on . Channel inserts The analog inserts for balanced condenser microphones. Figure 3.2: Analog channel inputs and controls Note that input...
DM-4800 Owner's Manual
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... optical digital audio cables. ADAT "lightpipe" OUT & IN These TOSLINK optical connectors carry eight output channels and eight input channels of the DM-4800. The level is a special connector, used for details. Digital audio I/O TDIF I /O conforms to extend the capabilities of audio respectively....other cables will remain in signal degradation, and may even damage equipment. Though connections can be made in different formats. See "Output routing" on page 59). WARNING Only use with AES/EBU equipment). Use of any other devices whose digital I /O There are relatively...
... optical digital audio cables. ADAT "lightpipe" OUT & IN These TOSLINK optical connectors carry eight output channels and eight input channels of the DM-4800. The level is a special connector, used for details. Digital audio I/O TDIF I /O conforms to extend the capabilities of audio respectively....other cables will remain in signal degradation, and may even damage equipment. Though connections can be made in different formats. See "Output routing" on page 59). WARNING Only use with AES/EBU equipment). Use of any other devices whose digital I /O There are relatively...
DM-4800 Owner's Manual
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...any input used as a sync clock source (see "Output routing" on digital audio, timecode issues, etc. The output channels are three options available: Truncate, Dither, and Noise Shape. Many of the appropriate input or output. TASCAM DM-4800 User's Manual 51 of the books from the stereo buss ...input to prevent possible damage to a digital output. The 24bit Fix checkbox allows the input of range, or corrupt, etc.), the DM-4800 will cause the DM-4800 to set between AES/EBU and S/PDIF using the wheel and ENTER. However, this automatic muting can be used with a sampling ...
...any input used as a sync clock source (see "Output routing" on digital audio, timecode issues, etc. The output channels are three options available: Truncate, Dither, and Noise Shape. Many of the appropriate input or output. TASCAM DM-4800 User's Manual 51 of the books from the stereo buss ...input to prevent possible damage to a digital output. The 24bit Fix checkbox allows the input of range, or corrupt, etc.), the DM-4800 will cause the DM-4800 to set between AES/EBU and S/PDIF using the wheel and ENTER. However, this automatic muting can be used with a sampling ...
DM-4800 Owner's Manual
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..., which allow the interconnection of channels to the basic return channels on page 61). 58 TASCAM DM-4800 User's Manual "Soft" inserts Yes - 4-band EQ Yes - Yesb Yesb Mute Yes - Routing & assignment This section deals with the routing of signals between the different sections of the mixing console, with metering and the monitoring of...
..., which allow the interconnection of channels to the basic return channels on page 61). 58 TASCAM DM-4800 User's Manual "Soft" inserts Yes - 4-band EQ Yes - Yesb Yesb Mute Yes - Routing & assignment This section deals with the routing of signals between the different sections of the mixing console, with metering and the monitoring of...
DM-4800 Owner's Manual
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...The 2-track master recorder inputs (see "Slot card configuration" on page 33). Routing & assignment : Routing • Assignment of modules to the 24 busses as well as listed at the lower right of the DM-4800, and route them to set outputs. Choose between mixer sections, as well as to set up of... these input sources by dedicated keys (to the left of the display, or by any cards fitted to select TASCAM DM-4800 User's Manual 59 NOTE Assignment ...
...The 2-track master recorder inputs (see "Slot card configuration" on page 33). Routing & assignment : Routing • Assignment of modules to the 24 busses as well as listed at the lower right of the DM-4800, and route them to set outputs. Choose between mixer sections, as well as to set up of... these input sources by dedicated keys (to the left of the display, or by any cards fitted to select TASCAM DM-4800 User's Manual 59 NOTE Assignment ...