CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, 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 alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
For U.S.A .
TO THE USER
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provi de reasonable protection a gainst harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not instal led a nd used i n accordan ce with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is
likely to cause harmful interference in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his
own expense.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE
OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO
NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
For the customers in Europe
WARNING
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment,
this product may cause radio interference in which
case t he user may be required to take adequat e
measures.
CAUTION
Chang es or modi fications to this equipm ent not
expressly approved by TEA C CORPORATION for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate
this equipment.
CE Marking Information
a) Applicable electromagnetic environment: E4
b) Peak inrush current: 4.3 A
Pour les utilisateurs en Europe
AVERTISSEMENT
Il s' a g it d' un pr o du i t de Cl ass e A. Dan s un
environnem e n t domestiq u e , cet ap p a r e i l peut
provo quer des inte rférenc es radio, dans ce cas
l'utilisateur peut être amené à prendre des mesures
appropriées.
Für Kunden in Europa
Warnung
Dies ist eine Einrichtung, welche die Funk-Entstörung
nach Klasse A besitzt. Diese Einrichtung kann im
Woh n b e r e i c h Funkstörun g e n ve rs u r s a c h e n ; in
dies em Fall kann vom Betrie ber verlang werden,
angemessene Maßnahmen durchzuführen und dafür
aufzukommen.
TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF
3
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 dry cloth.
7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8 Do not inst a l l near any heat sou rc e s such
as radiators, heat regis ters, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding
type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does
not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10 Protect the power cord from being walked on
or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.
11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by
the manufacturer.
12 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.
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 draws nominal non-operating
•
power from the AC outlet with it s POWER or
STANDBY/ON switch not in the ON position.
The apparatus should be located close enough
•
to the AC outlet so that you can easily grasp the
power cord plug at any time.
The mains plug is used as the disconnect device,
•
th e di s con n ect de v ic e sh al l re ma in re ad il y
operable.
Products with Class I construction are equipped
•
wi th a power supply cord that has a 3- p rong
grounding plug. The cord of such a product must
be plugged into an AC outlet that has a protective
grounding connection.
If the product uses batteries (including a battery
•
pack or installed batteries), they should not be
exposed to sunshine, fire or excessive heat.
CAUTION for products that use replaceable lithium
•
batteries: there is danger of explosion if a battery
is replaced wi th an in c orrect type of bat ter y.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
Caution should be taken when using earphones or
•
headphones with the product because excessive
sound pressure (volume) from earphones or headphones can cause hearing loss.
Use the included AC adaptor (TASCAM PS-1225L)
•
and power cord set with this equipment. Use of
any other power source could cause malfunction,
fire or electrical shock.
Do not use the included AC adaptor (TASCAM
•
PS-1225L) and power cord set with other equip-
ment. Doing so could cause malfunction, fire or
electrical shock.
13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
14 Refer all servicing 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.
This appliance has a serial number located on the rear
panel. Ple ase record the model number and serial
number and retain them for your records.
Model number
Serial number
TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF
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1 − Introduction
CAUTION
Thank you very much for purchasing this TASCAM M-164
series mixer.
Before using the unit, please read this Owner’s Manual
carefully so that you will understand the correct operating
procedures. We hope that you will enjoy using this product
for many years to come.
Please keep this manual for future reference. You can also
download a digital copy of this Owner’s Manual from our
website (http://www.tascam.com/).
Main features
Audio mixer with 16 inputs, 4 output busses and 2 AUX
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sends
All input channels have faders and the stereo (ST) and
•
SUB buses have output faders
Meter bridge allows observation of input and monitor
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levels
Channels 1–6 are mic/line input channels that have both
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XLR mic input connectors with +48V phantom power,
standard jacks for line inputs and a full set of mixer
functions (TRIM, HPF, 3-band EQ, 2 AUX sends, PAN,
fader and bus assign switch)
AUX MASTER (1, 2)
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send levels
Bus assign switches on all input channels
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Internal digital effects on M-164FX and M-164UF mix-
•
ers
2-band EQ on the stereo bus to control the sound quality
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of the mixed stereo output
Stereo and mono output jacks for both stereo and SUB
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bus outputs
Headphone monitoring of stereo, SUB or AUX 1 bus
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possible
M-164UF has USB 2.0 audio interface that allows 16
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channels to be sent to (inputs 1–10, AUX send 1/2, SUB
bus, stereo bus) and 2 channels to be returned from a
computer
knobs adjust the total AUX 1 and 2
Included items
The included items are listed below.
Take care when opening the package not to damage the
items. Keep the package materials for transportation in the
future.
Channels 7–10 are stereo line input channels with
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numerous mixer functions (2-band EQ, 2 AUX sends,
PAN, fader and bus assign switch)
Channels 9-10 include a PHONO input preamp, allowing
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direct connection of a record player
Channels 11-12, 13-14 and 15-16, which are 3 pairs of
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stereo line input channels with faders and bus assign
switches, have adjustable levels and can be used as subinputs
On M-164FX and M-164UF mixers, channels 13-14 or
•
15-16 can be used as return channels for the internal
effects
On M-164UF mixers, audio signals from a computer can
•
be input to channels 11-12 by USB
TO AUX 1 switches are included on M-164 chan-
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nels 13-14, M-164FX channels 13-14 and 15-16 and on
M-164UF channels 11-12, 13-14 and 15-16
SUB and main stereo (ST) output busses each have
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dedicated faders, allowing independent adjustment of
output levels
TO ST
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•
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switch on SUB bus can be turned ON to send its
signal to the stereo output, allowing the SUB bus to be
used as a sub-mix group
Channel 1-10 AUX sends can be used to send input signals to the internal effects or monitoring outputs
AUX 1 has a
(AUX 2 is fixed to post)
PRE switch allowing pre/post selection
Please contact the store where you purchased this unit if
any of these items are missing or have been damaged during transportation.
Main unit• .........................................................................1
AC adaptor (TASCAM PS-1225L)• .................................1
USB cable (M-164UF only)• .............................................1
A warranty card• ..............................................................1
Owner's manual (this manual)
•
Always use the included TASCAM PS-1225L (AC adaptor/
po w er cord) with this equip m ent. Do not use the
included AC adaptor and power cord set with other
equipment. Doing so could cause malfunction, fire or
electrical shock.
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About this manual
In this manual, we use the following conventions:
The names of keys and controls are given in the follow-
•
ing typeface: MENU.
Additional information is introduced in the styles below
•
when needed:
Useful hints when using the unit.
6
TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF
1 − Introduction
CAUTION
Ex p l an at io n of ac ti on s in sp ec ia l sit u a ti on an d
supplement.
Instructions that should be followed to avoid injury,
damage to the unit or other equipment, and loss of data.
Trademarks
TASCAM is a registered trademark of TEAC
•
Corporation.
Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks
•
or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries.
Macintosh, Mac OS and Mac OS X are trademarks of
•
Apple Inc.
Pentium is a trademark of Intel Corporation in the U.S.
•
and other countries.
AMD Athlon is a trademark of Advanced Micro
•
Devices, Inc.
iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc.
•
Other company names, product names and logos in this
•
document are the trademarks or registered trademarks
of their respective owners.
Precautions and notes for placement
and use
Use this product within its guaranteed operating tem-
•
perature range of 5–35º C. In addition, avoid placement
in dusty or humid locations because such conditions
could cause malfunction.
Do not apply strong force to this unit. Doing so could
•
damage the internal circuitry or external panels.
Do not use near anything that generates a strong mag-
•
netic field. Doing so could cause hum or high frequency
interference, for example.
Cleaning the unit
To clean the unit, wipe it gently with a soft cloth slightly
dampened with a diluted neutral cleanser. Do not wipe
with chemical cleaning cloths, benzine, paint thinner, or
other chemical agents as they could damage the surface.
TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF
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Top panel
*
*
**
*
**
M-164FX, M-164UF only
M-164UF only
2 − Names and Functions of Parts
1**USB indicator
Lights when the mixer is connected to a computer by
USB.
2
Input channel meters
Display the input level of each input channel (levels
after signals pass through the EQ section).
3
MONITOR (L, R) meters
Display the output signal level of the monitoring source
(stereo, SUB or AUX 1 bus) that has been selected with
the two switches at the MONITOR section.
4
indicator
Lights when the mixer power has been turned ON using
the ON/STANDBY switch on the rear panel.
5
+48V indicator
Lights when the phantom power has been turned ON
using the PHANTOM (+48V) switch on the rear panel.
6
TRIM knobs (channels 1–6)
Use to adjust the input levels of signals from the MIC
and LINE input jacks. While observing the channel
meters above, turn to the left (toward LINE) for line
level sources (electronic instruments, audio equipment,
etc.) or to the right (toward MIC) for microphones.
7
EQ section (channels 7-8, 9-10)
These channels each have a 2-band EQ.
The EQ HI knob adjusts the high frequency range with
a roll-off frequency of 12 kHz and a boost/cut range of
±15 dB.
The EQ LOW knob adjusts the low frequency range
with a roll-off frequency of 100 Hz and a boost/cut
range of ±15 dB.
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TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF
2 − Names and Functions of Parts
8
HPF switch (channels 1–6)
Push this switch in to turn ON the high-pass filter,
which cuts frequencies below 80 Hz by 12 dB/octave.
The high-pass filters affect inputs from both MIC and
LINE input jacks.
9
EQ knobs (channels 1–6)
These channels each have a 3-band EQ.
The EQ HI knob adjusts the high frequency range with
a roll-off frequency of 12 kHz and a boost/cut range of
±15 dB.
The EQ MID knob adjusts the middle frequency range
with a central frequency of 2.5 kHz and a boost/cut
range of ±15 dB.
The EQ LOW knob adjusts the low frequency range,
with a roll-off frequency of 100 Hz and a boost/cut
range of ±15 dB.
0
AUX 1 knobs (channels 1-6, 7-8, 9-10)
Use to adjust the level of the channel signals sent to the
AUX 1 bus.
When the PRE switch is OFF (switch not pushed in),
the post-fader signal (signal after being adjusted by
the fader) is sent to the AUX 1 bus. When ON (switch
pushed in) the pre-fader signal (signal after EQ adjustment but before fader adjustment) is sent to the AUX
1 bus. In addition to being output from the rear panel
AUX SEND 1 jacks, the AUX 1 bus signal can also be
monitored with headphones.
q PRE switches (channels 1-6, 7-8, 9-10)
Use to set when the channel signal is sent to the AUX
1 bus. When OFF (switch not pushed in), the post-fader
signal (signal after being adjusted by the fader) is sent
to the AUX 1 bus, and when ON (switch pushed in), the
pre-fader signal (signal after EQ adjustment but before
fader adjustment) is sent.
w
AUX 2 knobs (channels 1-6, 7-8, 9-10)
Use to adjust the post-fader signal level (signal after
being adjusted by the fader) of the channel signal sent
to the AUX 2 bus.
In addition to outputting the AUX 2 bus signal from the
rear panel AUX SEND 2 jacks, M-164FX and M-164UF
units can also send these signals to the internal effects.
e
PAN knobs (channels 1-6)
Use to set the left-right position of the channel signals
sent to the stereo and SUB busses.
r
BAL knobs (channels 7-8, 9-10)
Use to set the left-right balance of stereo channel sig-
nals sent to the stereo and SUB busses.
t
ST switches (all channels)
Turn ON (push switch in) to send a channel signal to
the stereo (ST) bus.
y
SUB switches (all channels)
Turn ON (push switch in) to send a channel signal to
the SUB bus.
u
Channel faders (all channels)
Use to adjust the levels of channel signals sent.
i
PHONO ON switch (channels 9-10)
Turn this switch ON (push switch in) when the output
of a record player is connected to channels 9-10.
o* EFFECT rotary knob (M-164FX and M-164UF only)
Use to select the internal effect type. Turn left or right
to select the number of the corresponding effect in the
list to the left.
The internal effects stereo return output is sent to channels 13-14 or 15-16.
p AUX MASTER (1, 2) knobs
Use to adjust the output levels of the AUX 1 and AUX 2
busses.
a
MONITOR section ST switch
Turn ON (push switch in) to monitor the stereo bus sig-
nal through headphones. Turn OFF to monitor the SUB
or AUX 1 bus.
s
PHONES jack (standard stereo jack)
Connect stereo headphones here. Depending on the
MONITOR section switch settings, you can monitor the
stereo, SUB or AUX 1 bus.
d
MONITOR section SUB/AUX 1 switch
When the MONITOR section ST switch is OFF, push this
switch in to monitor the SUB bus or leave it out to monitor
the AUX 1 bus through headphones.
f
LEVEL knob
Use to adjust the signal level sent to the headphones.
g
STEREO IN jack (stereo mini-jack)
Use this jack to connect an iPod or another external
(stereo) sound source.
The connected source signal is sent to channels 15-16.
On M-164FX and M-164UF mixers, when an input is
connected to this jack, the input is given priority and
the internal effects return signal is not sent to channels
15-16 even if the INT. EFFECT RTN switch described
below is pushed in to set channels 15-16 as the internal
effects return channels.
h
EQ HI and EQ LOW knobs
Use this 2-band EQ on the stereo bus to adjust the
sound character of the mixed stereo signal output.
The EQ HI knob adjusts the high frequency range, with
a roll-off frequency of 12 kHz and a boost/cut range of
±15 dB.
The EQ LOW knob adjusts the low frequency range
with a roll-off frequency of 100 Hz and a boost/cut
range of ±15 dB.
j*INT. EFFECT RTN switch (M-164FX and M-164UF)
This switch above the channel 13-14 fader of M-164FX
and M-164UF mixers allows the selection of the internal effects return channels.
Channels 13-14 are selected as return channels when
the switch is not pushed in, and channels 15-16 are
selected when the switch is pushed in.
TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF
9
2 − Names and Functions of Parts
k TO ST switch
Turn this switch ON (push switch in) to send the SUB
bus output signal to the stereo bus.
l TO AUX 1 switch(es)
The M-164 has one switch for channels 13-14.
The M-164FX has one switch each for both channel
13-14 and 15-16 pairs.
The M-164UF has one switch each for channel 11-12,
13-14 and 15-16 pairs.
When ON (switch pushed in), the post-fader signal
(signal after being adjusted by the fader) is sent to the
AUX 1 bus.
;
SUB fader
This is the SUB bus output fader.
z
ST fader
This is the stereo bus output fader.
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TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF
2 − Names and Functions of Parts
CAUTION
*M-164UF
only
*
Rear panel
x
AUX SEND 1 and 2 jacks (standard jacks)
These are balanced outputs for the AUX bus 1 and 2
signals. Unbalanced connections are also possible. Use
with external effects or monitoring systems.
c
LINE input jacks (standard jacks)
The outputs of electronic instruments, audio equipment
and other line level signals can be connected to these
input jacks. Both 3-pole balanced and 2-pole unbalanced standard plugs can be connected.
v MIC input connectors (XLR connectors)
These are balanced mic inputs wired for pin 2 to be hot.
b
ON/STANDBY switch
Turns the mixer power ON and STANDBY.
n
DC IN 12V
Connect the included AC adaptor (TASCAM
PS-1225L) here.
In order to prevent the cord from being accidentally
disconnected during use, pass the cord through the cord
holder.
m
STEREO OUTPUTS jacks (standard and RCA pin
jacks)
These output the stereo bus signals.
The standard jacks (L, R, MONO) output balanced signals, but connection with unbalanced cables is also possible. The MONO jack outputs a monaural signal.
The RCA pin jacks (L, R) output unbalanced signals.
, PHANTOM (+48V) switch
Use this to turn +48V phantom power to channel 1-6 MIC
inputs ON and OFF.
Do not connect or disconnect mics when the PHANTOM
(+48V) switch is ON.
.
Cord holder
Use this to hold the cord and prevent accidental discon-
nection of the plug.
/
SUB OUTPUTS (standard jacks)
These output the SUB bus signals on balanced jacks, but
connection with unbalanced cables is also possible. The
MONO jack outputs a monaural signal.
!
SIGNAL GND
When connecting a record player to channels 9-10,
connect the player’s grounding wire here.
If humming occurs when external equipment other than
a record player is connected to the mixer, connecting
this jack with part of the metal frame of the external
equipment (or the rack frame if rack mounted) with
grounding wire might reduce the noise.
@
13-14 input jacks (standard jacks)
The outputs of electronic instruments, audio equipment
and other line level signals can be connected to these
input jacks. Both 3-pole balanced and 2-pole unbalanced standard plugs can be connected.
If a connection is only made to the L/MONO input jack,
the signal is sent to both left and right channels.
On M-1 64FX and M-16 4UF mixer s, do not conne ct
anything to this input jack if the internal effects return
channels are set to channels 13-14 (INT. EFFECT RTN
switch not pushed in).
#
9-10, 11-12 input jacks (RCA pin jacks)
The outputs of electronic instruments, audio equipment
and other line level signals can be connected to these
unbalanced input jacks.
A record player can also be connected to the 9-10 input
jacks. When doing so, also connect the grounding wire
from the record player to the SIGNAL GND jack and
turn the PHONO ON switch on the top panel ON.
TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF
11
2 − Names and Functions of Parts
$* USB port (M-164UF ONLY )
Connect the mixer to a computer from this port using
the included USB cable.
%
7-8 input jacks (standard jacks)
The outputs of electronic instruments, audio equipment
and other line level signals can be connected to these
input jacks. Both 3-pole balanced and 2-pole unbalanced standard plugs can be connected.
If a connection is only made to the L/MONO input jack,
the signal is sent to both left and right channels.
12
TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF
3 − Preparation for Use
DC plug
TASCAM
PS-1225L
Standard AC outlet
CAUTION
This chapter explains how to connect external equipment
and the power cord, as well as how to make other preparations before turning on the power. See “5–Using with a
Computer (M-164UF)” for an explanation of how to connect an M-164UF mixer with a computer.
Connecting the power
Confirm that the mixer power switch is set to STANDBY
beforehand.
Connect the included power cord and AC adaptor
(TASCAM PS-1225L) to the mixer.
Examples of connecting external equipment
Two connection examples follow.
For details about making connections, see “Making stereo
output connections” and “Making input sound source
connections.”
Precautions before making connections
Turn the power OFF on all the equipment to be con-
•
nected and set the mixer to standby.
Plug in all pieces of equipment into the same outlet or
•
power strip so that they will receive power from the
same line.
To minimize power voltage fluctuation when using an
extension cord, for example, use a heavy cable with high
electrical current capacity.
The cord holder is an opening on the bottom of the mixer
for securing the AC adaptor cord. When connecting the
cord, pass it through the cord holder to prevent it from
accidentally becoming disconnected during use.
Always use the included AC adaptor (TASCAM PS-•
1225L). Use of a different AC adaptor could cause
malfunction, generation of heat, fire or other trouble.
Do not force the cord into the holder. Doing so could •
break the line.
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