D00000000A Model 12 Multitrack Recording Console OWNER’S MANUAL
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. For U.S.A. Declaration of Conformity Model Number: Model 12 Trade Name: TASCAM Responsible party: TEAC AMERICA, INC. Address: 10410 Pioneer Blvd. Suite #1 Santa Fe Springs, California 90670, U.S.A. Telephone number: 1-323-726-0303 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING • To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume levels for long periods. CAUTION • Do not expose this apparatus to drips or splashes. • Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus. • Do not install this apparatus in a confined space such as a book case or similar unit. • The apparatus should be located close enough to the AC outlet so that you can easily grasp the power cord plug at any time.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS For China “仅适用于海拔2000m以下地区安全使用” “仅适用于非熱帯气候条件下安全使用” “環境保護使用年限” 产品有毒有害物质或元素的名称及含量 机种: Model 12 品名 有毒有害物质或元素 铅 汞 镉 六价铬 多溴联苯 多溴二苯醚 (Pb) (Hg) (Cd) (Cr6+) (PBB) (PBDE) 1 CHASSIS部份 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 2 FRONT PANEL部份 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 3 螺丝部份 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 4 线材部份 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 5 PCB Assy部份 × ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 6 电源部份 × ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 7 附属品部份 × ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 8 LABEL部份 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 9 包装部份 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ：表示该有毒有害物质在该部件所有均质材料中的含有量均在 GB/T26572
Wireless equipment precautions Compliance of radio transmitter and interference This product has the function of broadband transmitter using 2.4GHz Band. Use frequency range: 2400 MHz - 2480 MHz Maximum output power: Bluetooth® Class 2 (less than 2.5 mW) Please use only in the country where you purchased the product. Depending on the country, restrictions on the use of Bluetooth wireless technology might exist. Model for USA Declaration of Conformity Responsible party: TEAC AMERICA, INC.
Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS....................................... 2 Wireless equipment precautions............................................. 5 1 - Introduction.......................................................................... 8 Features....................................................................................................... 8 Items included with this product....................................................... 8 Conventions used in this manual..........................
Contents bus from each channel...................................................................46 Setting the solo function for all channels...............................46 Footswitch functions............................................................................47 Setting up the footswitch.............................................................47 Setting the footswitch polarity...................................................47 DAW CONTROL....................................................
1 - Introduction Thank you very much for purchasing the TASCAM Model 12 Multitrack Recording Console. Before using this unit, read this Owner’s Manual carefully so that you will be able to use it correctly and enjoy working with it for many years. After you have finished reading this manual, please keep it in a safe place for future reference. You can also download this Owner’s Manual from the TEAC Global Site (http://teac-global.com/).
1 - Introduction Trademarks Precautions for placement and use oo TASCAM is a registered trademark of TEAC Corporation. oo The operating temperature range of this unit is 5 - 35 °C. oo SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC. oo Do not install this unit in the following types of locations. Doing so could make the sound quality worse or cause malfunction.
1 - Introduction About SD cards This unit uses SD cards for recording and playback. This unit can use SD cards that are Class 10 or higher and compatible with SD, SDHC or SDXC standards. A list of SD cards that have been confirmed for use with this unit can be found on our web site. Please access to a product page of this product from the TEAC Global Site (http://teac-global.com) to find the list or contact the TASCAM customer support service. Precautions for use SD cards are delicate media.
1 - Introduction Using the TEAC Global Site You can download updates for this unit from the TEAC Global Site: http://teac-global.com/ In the TASCAM Downloads section, select the desired language to open the Downloads website page for that language. Product registration Customers in the USA, please visit the following TASCAM website to register your TASCAM product online. https://tascam.
2 - Names and Functions of Parts Top panel a Input channel mixing section-1 Use this section to adjust the input levels of each channel. b Input channel mixing section-2 Use this section to choose input sources for each channel, adjust compressors and equalizers, and set levels sent to each bus (MAIN MIX L/R, SOLO L/R, AUX1, AUX2/FX, SUB L/R). (see “Input channel mixing section-2” on page 13) c Equalizer section Use this section to connect headphones and adjust the output equalizer.
2 - Names and Functions of Parts Input channel mixing section-2 q REC buttons and indicators (1-6, 7/8-9/10) Use these to select the channels to record to the SD card. w MUTE switches and indicators (1-6, 7/8-9/10) When these switches are on (pushed in, MUTE indicator lit), those channels are muted. e Channel faders (1-6, 7/8-9/10) Use these to adjust the send levels of channel signals. r MAIN switches (1-6, 7/8-9/10) Turn these switches on (pushed in) to send channel signals to the MAIN MIX L/R bus.
2 - Names and Functions of Parts Equalizer section Screen operation section f Display u MASTER SECTION EQ knobs This 3-band semi-parametric equalizer affects signals output from the MAIN OUTPUT and AUX OUTPUT AUX 1/2 jacks. i / switch This sets the acuteness of the MID band of the semiparametric equalizer. Button Meaning On ( ) Off ( ) The band is acute, making it affect a narrower frequency band. The band is less acute, making it affect a broader frequency band.
2 - Names and Functions of Parts ; m/, buttons ii When stopped and during playback, press and hold these buttons to search backward/forward. Monitoring section ii When the Home Screen is open, press the m button to locate to the beginning of the current song (00:00:00, which is the zero point). ii When the Home Screen is open, press the , button to locate to the end of the current song. ii If the current song has auto punch in or out points set, you can also locate to those points.
2 - Names and Functions of Parts Analog output adjustment section ) SELECT button Open the EFFECT Screen and make built-in effect settings. (see “Using the built-in effects” on page 33) The built-in effect return signal is sent to the following buses. ii MAIN MIX L/R bus ii SOLO L/R bus ii AUX1 bus ii SUB L/R bus Q MAIN switch (FX) When this switch is on, signals from the built-in effect are sent to the MAIN MIX L/R bus.
2 - Names and Functions of Parts Rear panel G STANDBY switch Press to turn the unit on and off. VCAUTION Before turning the unit on, lower the volumes of connected equipment to their minimum levels. Failure to do so might cause sudden loud noises, which could harm your hearing or result in other trouble. O USB port This is a USB Type-C port. Use a USB cable (Type-A to Type-C) to connect the unit to a computer.
2 - Names and Functions of Parts 9 Automatic punch in/out point setting status Home Screen When the Meter Screen is open, press the MENU button to open the Home Screen. When the automatic punch in/out function is on, these show the status of automatic punch in/out point setting. Punch in point Punch out point 0 Remaining time The remaining time available for recording on the SD card is shown (in hours: minutes: seconds).
2 - Names and Functions of Parts Meters Screen This shows the levels of the signals being input to the unit. Meter Screen details When the Meter Screen is open, press the F1 change the signal sources shown by the meters. button to Channel input level screens The levels of signals input on each channel are shown depending on their MODE switch settings. 1 Transport status This icon shows the recorder operation status. 2 Recorder time counter This shows the elapsed time from the beginning of the song.
2 - Names and Functions of Parts Menu structure When the Home Screen is open, press the MENU button to open the MENU Screen. The various menu items are as follows.
2 - Names and Functions of Parts Basic MENU screen operations 4. Press the MULTI JOG dial to open a settings screen. After using the MENU button to open the MENU Screen, it can be operated in the following manner. This is an overview of basic operations. Function button assignments differ according to the screen shown on the display. 5. Turn the MULTI JOG dial to select the menu item to set. Selecting items (moving vertically on a page): Turn the MULTI JOG dial.
3 - Preparation Connecting the power supply and other equipment This is an example of Model 12 connections. Precautions before making connections oo Carefully read the operation manuals of the devices to be connected and then connect them correctly. oo Before making connections, turn this unit and all equipment to be connected off (standby). oo Install all connected devices, including this unit, so that they are powered from the same line.
3 - Preparation Connecting the power Use the included AC adapter (TASCAM PS-M1524A) to connect a power supply to the unit as shown below. Power outlet Connecting smartphones/portable audio players Use the MUSIC/TALK jack to connect a smartphone or portable audio player. By using a cable with a 4-pole (TRRS) mini plug to connect a smartphone, the signals output from the MAIN OUTPUT jacks can be sent to the smartphone while simultaneously receiving audio signals from the smartphone on channels 9/10.
3 - Preparation Connecting with Bluetooth devices This unit can input sound from a computer, portable audio device or other equipment that supports Bluetooth (A2DP). Pairing Follow the procedures below to enable communication with a Bluetooth device. NOTE Pairing also requires operation of the Bluetooth device. Refer to the operation manual of the Bluetooth device for procedures. 1. Set the ASSIGN switch to “9/10” or “MAIN”. 2. Confirm that the PAIRING indicator on this unit is blinking.
3 - Preparation Before turning the power on 1. Make the following settings on the top of the unit. ii Other knobs w all the way left ii Faders w all the way down ii Switches w off (not pushed in) 2. Minimize the output levels of audio sources and input levels of amplifiers connected to this unit. Setting the built-in clock date and time Using its internal clock, this unit includes the date and time when a file is recorded. 1.
3 - Preparation Adjusting the display The display contrast and brightness can be adjusted. Adjusting the display contrast 1. When the recorder is stopped, select DISPLAY on the SYSTEM Screen, and open the DISPLAY Screen. (see “Menu operation procedures” on page 21) Preparing an SD card for use In order to make an SD card usable in this unit, whether for recording or playback, this unit must be used to create a system file on it first.
4 - Managing Songs This recorder treats each recording data group as one song and manages data by song. For one song, WAV files are saved for 10 tracks and a stereo master file. To record or produce music, a song that has already been created needs to be loaded or a new song needs to be created. This chapter describes functions that range from basic operations such as procedures for loading songs and creating new songs to various song management functions.
4 - Managing Songs Loading Songs Clearing all marks Use the following procedure to load the song you want. This operation clears all marks added to the selected song. 1. Open the SONG Screen when the recorder is stopped. (see 1. Open the SONG Screen when the recorder is stopped. (see “Menu operation procedures” on page 21) NOTE The icon appears for a song currently being loaded. An icon will appear before protected songs. 2.
4 - Managing Songs Protecting/unprotecting songs By protecting a song, you can disable editing, recording and deletion operations for that song. You can protect and stop protecting songs. 1. Open the SONG Screen when the recorder is stopped. (see “Menu operation procedures” on page 21) 2. Select the song that you want to protect or unprotect and press the MULTI JOG dial to open the menu list pop-up. Editing song names 1. Open the SONG Screen when the recorder is stopped.
4 - Managing Songs Loading songs created on different TASCAM Model series products Songs created on TASCAM Model series products with different channel counts can be loaded on this unit. Use the following procedure to load the song you want. 1. Open the SONG Screen when the recorder is stopped.
5 - Basic recording Selecting the input source This unit has 10 input jacks (8 combo mic/line and 2 TRS line). The MIC/LINE (BAL)/INST TRS input jacks support high impedance input, including direct guitar input. Turn the INST switch on (pushed in) when connecting an guitar or similar instrument directly.
5 - Basic recording SIG indicators and level meters The channel 1-6, 7/8-9/10 SIG indicators and level meters shown on the Meter Screen can be used to check the levels of this unit’s audio signals. The level meters are for visually checking signal levels and can also be used to check whether or not signals are being input to this unit. For example, even if nothing can be heard when monitoring, if the Meter Screen level meters are moving, signals are being input to this unit.
5 - Basic recording Undoing operations Using the built-in effects If you make a mistake operating the unit or want to do a recording over, for example,the operation last conducted can be undone. Editing, recording and other operations can be undone. The following types of operations can be undone. This unit has built in effects, so you can apply effects without an external effect device. Channels 1-6 and 7/8-9/10 can have an effect applied.
5 - Basic recording 4. Turn the MULTI JOG, and adjust the set effect. You can check the effect as you change it. Using the library This unit has a library function that allows up to 10 built-in effect settings to be saved. Saving effects settings in the library NOTE ii Turn the MULTI JOG dial to change the F4 button function from to . Press the F4 button to return to the state before turning the MULTI JOG dial. ii Press the F4 button to set a parameter value to its default.
6 - Recorder functions Locate function When the Home Screen is open, you can use the MULTI JOG dial to set the locate point. On the Home Screen, the current position of the recorder is shown as a time in hours (h), minutes (m) and seconds (s). By setting the time in this display area, you can change the current position of the recorder. Changing the playback position When the Home Screen is open and the recorder is stopped or playing back, you can use the MULTI JOG dial to set the locate point.
