Tascam FireOne Owner's Manual

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FireOne
FireWire Audio/MIDI Control
OWNER'S MANUAL
D00963220B
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CAUTIO N : TO R EDUCE THE RISK O F ELECTRIC SHO CK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within equilateral triangle, is intended to aler t the user to the presence of uninsulated “dange rous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of suff icient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to aler t the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
This appl ianc e has a se rial numbe r loc ated on the
re ar pane l. Pl ease rec ord the mod el n umbe r a nd
seria l number a nd retain t hem for you r record s.
Model nu mber
Seria l number
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
For U.S.A.
TO THE USER
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of th e FCC Rules . These limits are des igned to provide
re as on able pr ot ec ti on ag ai ns t h ar mf ul inter feren ce in
a r es i de n ti al i ns t al lat ion . T his equi pme nt gen era te s ,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
in st al le d a nd use d in ac co rdanc e wi th the instr uc ti on
manual, ma y c a u s e h a rm f u l in te r f e r e n c e to ra d i o
communications.
However, there is no guarantee that inter ference will not
occur in a particular in stallation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
wh i ch c a n be det e rmi ned by tur n ing th e equi p men t
off and on, the user is encou raged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures.
a) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
b) Increase the separation bet ween the equipment and
receiver.
c) Co nn ec t the equi pm ent i nto an outlet on a c ir cu it
different from that to which the receiver is connected.
d) C o nsu l t th e de a ler o r an ex p eri e n c ed radi o / TV
technician for help.
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number : FireOne
Trade Name : TASCAM
Responsible party : TEAC AMERICA, INC.
Address : 7733 Tel e g raph Road , M o nte bello ,
California, U.S. A .
Telephone number : 1-323-727-7663
This devic e c ompl ie s wi t h Pa r t 15 of th e FC C R u l e s.
Op era ti on is sub jec t to the follo wi ng two co ndi ti on s : (1)
this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
devi ce mus t a cc ept any i nt er fer en ce re cieved, inclu di ng
interference that may cause undesired operation.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly
approved by TEAC CORPORATION for compliance could
void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1 Read these instructions.
2 Keep these instructions.
3 Heed all warnings.
4 Follow all instructions.
5 Do not use this apparatus near water.
6 Clean only with dr y cloth.
7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions.
8 Do not install nea r any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifier s) that produce heat.
9 Do n ot d efe a t the s afe t y purp o se o f the p o la r i ze d or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the othe r. A grounding type pl ug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the thi rd prong are p rov id ed for yo ur safety. If the prov ided plug doe s not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10 Protect the power cord from being walked on o r pinched
pa rt ic ul ar ly at pl ug s, conven ie nc e receptacles, an d the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11 On l y us e at tach ment s/ a cce ss ori e s sp ecif ied by th e
manufacturer.
12 Use on ly wi th th e c ar t , sta nd , t ri po d, br acket, or ta ble
specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. Whe n a cart is used, use caution wh en moving the ca rt / apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13 Unp lug this app aratus du ri ng li gh tn in g storm s or wh en
unused for long periods of time.
14 Refer all ser vicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing
is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.Do not exposeDo 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 confin ed sp ace such as a book case or similar unit.
The ap pa ra tus sh ould be located close e nough to the AC outlet so that you can easily grasp the power cord plug at any time.
An apparatus with Class I construction shall be connected to an AC outlet with a prote ctive grounding connection.
Batteries (b atte ry pack or batteries install ed) shou ld not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
Excessive sound pressure fro earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.
The apparatus draws nominal non-operating powe r from the AC outlet with its STAND-BY/ON in the Stand- By position.
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Contents

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1 - Introduction .................5
Overview .............................. 5
Features ...............................5
In The Box ............................ 5
Copyright, etc ...................... 5
Precautions and notes for
placement and use ........ 6
Beware of condensation .......6
Conventions used in this
manual ................................. 6
System Requirements ......... 6
Software Application
Guide .................................... 7
Updates ................................ 7
FireWire connection notes .. 7
2 - Features of the FireOne .. 8
5 - Connections ............... 14
FireWire connections ........ 14
Audio connections ............ 14
Mic ........................................14
Guitar ....................................15
Keyboard/drum machine/sound module/cassette deck/MD/CD
etc. (analog connection) .....15
Analog record player ........... 16
Speakers/headphones ......... 17
MIDI connections .............. 18
6 - Troubleshooting ......... 19
Host Connection trouble-
shooting ............................. 19
Control surface
troubleshooting .......... 19
Audio troubleshooting ..... 20
Top panel .............................8
Rear panel .......................... 10
3 - Installation ................. 11
Control panel Installation ... 11
Windows XP .........................11
Mac OS X ............................... 11
4 - Control panel settings .. 12
Sample rate ........................ 12
Buffer size .......................... 12
Control Surface Mode ....... 12
Jog/Shuttle Display Mode ... 12
Sampling Rate Lock ........... 13
Input Mon Mono ............... 13
7 - Block diagram ............ 21
FireOne Block Diagram ..... 21
8 - Specifications ............. 22
FireOne Specifications ...... 22
Inputs / Outputs ...................22
Performance .........................23
Physical characteristics .......23
Dimensional drawing ........ 23
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Overview

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1 - Introduction

Thank you for choosing the TASCAM FireOne. With an inte­grated design that includes professional-quality mic preampli-
ers, high-resolution analog-to-digital conversion, MIDI, and control surface features, we have designed FireOne to be the perfect addition to your computer-based digital audio worksta­tion. With the ability to be powered from its FireWire interface or from the included power adapter, FireOne is equally at home
in the studio or on the road.
FireOne is designed to be compatible with a wide variety of audio software for Windows XP and Mac OS X. The included Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) application soft­ware provides an incredibly rich music composition, record-

Features

The FireOne’s audio input section provides the ability to connect a wide variety of microphone, line, or instrument signals. Conversion is fully 24-bit and you can select from a variety of sample rates (up to 192 kHz). The quiet, low­distortion mic preamps with switchable phantom power give you the exibility to use virtually any type of microphone, and the pad switches allow you to accom modate unusually hot signals up to line-level sources. The second (B) input can also be switched to “instr ument” mode, whereupon a high­impedance source such as an electric guitar or bass can be connected to the ¼” phone jack conveniently located on the
front panel.
The output section offers left and right analog outputs on ¼” TRS jacks. An output level control permits easy adjustment of your speaker levels, while t wo front-panel headphone outputs with individual out put level controls allow you and a friend to comfortably listen to the FireOne’s audio outputs.
ing and editing environment. The FireOne’s high-denition recording capabilities (up to 192 kHz, 24-bit) are supported by DAW applications, giving you the immediately ability to record audio with amazing clarity and resolution.
This owner’s manual will help you familiarize yourself with FireOne’s features and operation. It will discuss how to connect FireOne to your other equipment, and it will discuss how to use FireOne with your computer. A troubleshoot­ing guide will help identify and correct common problems. Please read this guide carefully and keep it handy for future
reference.
MIDI IN and OUT jacks are provided on the FireOne which
allow you to connect MIDI keyboard controllers, external synthesizers, or anything else that makes use of the ubiqui­tous MIDI protocol.
FireOne’s unique complement of transport controls, function keys, and a large weighted scrub/shuttle wheel offer instant access to the software controls you need the most. The way each audio software application deals with control surfaces varies somewhat, so please refer to the Application Guide for details on function key and wheel use in the various DAW applications covered by that document.

In The Box

The FireOne box contains the items listed below. When opening the package please be certain all the items listed are included. If any items are missing, please consult your
TASCAM supplier.
FireOne main unit
FireOne AC power adapter
6-pin to 6-pin FireWire cable
A CD-ROM containing the Windows and Macintosh soft-
ware, control surface plug-ins for various audio recording
applications

Copyright, etc

Windows and Windows XP are trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation.
Macintosh, MacOS, MacOS X and FireWire™ are trade­marks of Apple Computer.
i.LINK is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
A second CD-ROM containing the DAW application soft-
ware
This manual
A warranty card
HUI is a t rademark of LOUD Technologies Inc.
Pro Tools is a trademark of Digidesign, a division of Avid Technology, Inc.
All other trademarks are the property of their respective
holders.
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1 - Introduction
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Precautions and notes for placement and use

Please use the FireOne only within its operating temperature range of 5°C to 35°C (41°F to 95°F). Please avoid use or stor­age in dusty or humid environ ments because these conditions
can cause malfunction.
To maintain top performance, and prolong operating life, observe the following notes, precautions and environmental
conditions:
Avoid exposing it to extremes of temperature and humid-
ity and avoid mechanical shocks.
Keep the unit away from strong magnetic f ields (TV sets,
computer monitors, large electric motors, etc.).
Relative humidity should be 30 to 90 percent.
As the unit may become hot during operation, always
leave sufficient space above the unit for ventilation. Do not operate this unit in a confined space such as a book­case, and do not put anything on top of the unit.

Beware of condensation

If the unit is moved from a cold to a warm place, or used after a sudden temperature change, there is a danger of condensation; vapor in the air could condense on the internal mechanism, making cor rect operation impossible.

Conventions used in this manual

Avoid placing this unit on top of any heat-generating elec-
trical device such as a power amplifier.
Always use the supplied AC adapter with the standard
home electrical power outlet. Use of other AC adapters
may damage the FireOne.
Use the unit on a table or rack that is level and sturdy.
Wipe dir t from the unit with a dry cloth. Never use thin-
ner, benzene or other solvents because they may cause acrylic parts and coated surfaces to dissolve, labels to be
eroded or other damage.
To prevent this, or if this occurs, let the unit sit for one or two hours at the new room temperature before using.
Within this manual, the following typographic conventions
are used:
The name of a control or connector on the unit is written
in the following way: PHONES.
The name of a control or connector on another unit is
written in the following way: AUX IN.
When referring to the screen display of the host computer,
we refer to any prompts, messages, etc. in the following
typeface: Press any key to continue.
If you have to type something into the computer, we write
it this way: FIL ENAME.E XT.

System Requirements

FireOne is s uppor ted under Windows X P Ser vice Pack
2. No suppor t for earlier version s such as Windows 98 or Windows ME is offer ed.
FireOne is supported by Macintosh OS X, version 10.4 and later. Earlier versions of Macintosh operating systems are not
supported.
The names of keys to be pressed on the computer
keyboard are written in this typeface with square brackets enclosing them [F1].
Keys that are to be pressed together are joined by a “+”
symbol, so that [Ctrl]+[F1] means “press and hold the Control key and press the F1 key.”
Whenever we refer to the software application to control
and set up the FireOne, we refer to it as the “Control Panel” or the “software Control Panel.”
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NOTE
NOTE

Software Application Guide

1 - Introduction
Since much of the FireOne’s control surface operation pertains directly to your DAW software, TASCAM has prepared an Application Guide on using the FireOne with a number of different DAW programs. This Application Guide is available online in PDF format on the TASCAM Web site.
To read it, you will need an application capable of display­ing PDF les, such as the Adobe Acrobat Reader (version 4 or above), available as a free download from the Adobe Web
site at www.adobe.com.

Updates

Since software applications and operating systems often evolve and develop after their initial release, we suggest you check the TASCAM site (www.tascam.com) regularly for updated FireOne drivers.

FireWire connection notes

FireOne is supplied with a 2 m (6-foot) cable. If you wish
Some manufacturers may use a different nomenclature to refer to their FireWire™ connections, such as Sony’s “i.LINK”, or simply “1394”).
to use a longer cable, the length should not be more than 3 m (9 feet) and the cable should be the best possible quality available to avoid data loss, which results in audio dropouts.
While the IEEE 1394 standard permits devices to be “daisy-chained” via devices that contain more than one FireWire port, not all such configurations may work correctly, especially in the case of intermediate equip­ment being powered off. In any case where daisy-chain­ing is being used and one or more of the connected devices is not functioning properly, we strongly suggest recabling such that the FireOne is the only unit connected to the associated FireWire port or buss on the host computer. Always perform all FireWire connections and disconnections with the power to both the FireOne and the computer turned off. If connections are made or broken with power to the FireOne or computer turned on, this may result in your computer crashing, or “freez­ing” and possible loss of data. When turning the power of the FireOne on and off while it is connected to the computer, turn on the power before launching the DAW software, and quit the software before turning off the FireOne.
FireOne comes with a high-quality 6-pin to 6-pin interface cable. We strongly suggest you use this cable, or one of equal quality, for optimum performance.
If your computer possesses only a 4-pin type IEEE 1394 connector, you must use the FireOne’s external AC adapter, as there is no bus power provided by a 4-pin connection.
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2 - Features of the FireOne

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The controls and connectors of the FireOne are described in the following sections. Note that the specic functionality of the control surface buttons may vary with the application that

Top panel

it’s being used with. Please refer to the Application Guide
for more details.
1 SIG and OL indicators
Each input has indicators located just above its associated
GAIN control to assist in setting the proper input signal
levels. The SIG indicator flashes green to indicate that an audio signal is present at that input connector. The
OL indicator flashes red when a signal approaching the
FireOne’s clipping level is detected (the signal level that causes OL to flash is -2.5dBFS).
When one of these indicators lights, it indicates an over-
loaded input, and you should reduce the level of the input to the channel gradually, until the OL indicator stops
flashing.
If you ignore the OL indicator, peaks in the incoming signal will be internally clipped at the A/D converter input, resulting in distortion in the recorded signal!
2 GAIN controls
The GAIN controls allow the signals at FireOne’s input jacks to be amplified or attenuated, such that the signal at the input to the A/D converter can be optimized. Careful optimization of the signal levels will maximize the signal-to-noise ratio of the recorded signal, while prevent­ing distortion due to overload. The signal level indicators
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described below will help you to set the proper levels. In the section on metering, we’ll also describe a way to use FireOne’s stereo meters to help you set the input level
most accurately.
3 PHANTOM switches and indicators
The XLR connectors on the FireOne inputs can be used to supply phantom power to microphones which require its use. Each input has an associated PHANTOM pushbut­ton switch, and an LED indicator to indicates the status of +48 V phantom power on the channel.
Microphones should not be connected to or discon­nected from the FireOne with phantom power switched on. Unbalanced ribbon microphones should never be connected to phantom-powered connectors.
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