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Tascam Mixcast 4 User manual

Podcast Recording Console
Reference Manual
D01396920A
Contents
1 - Introduction ...................................................................................... 3
Features ........................................................................................................................3
Conventions used in this manual ........................................................................3
Trademarks ..................................................................................................................3
USB cables....................................................................................................................4
Bluetooth® ..................................................................................................................4
Profiles ......................................................................................................................4
Codecs ......................................................................................................................4
Content protection ..............................................................................................4
Transmission security .........................................................................................4
About SD cards...........................................................................................................4
TASCAM ID registration ...........................................................................................4
2 - Names and Functions of Parts ......................................................... 5
Top panel ......................................................................................................................5
Rear panel ....................................................................................................................6
Home Screen...............................................................................................................7
3 - Preparation ....................................................................................... 8
Making connections.................................................................................................8
Connecting audio equipment .........................................................................8
Connecting the power .......................................................................................9
Turning the power on and off .........................................................................9
Tutorial overview..................................................................................................9
SD card insertion, removal and write protection ....................................... 12
4 - Input Settings ................................................................................. 13
Adjusting input levels, audio characteristics and effects ........................13
5 - Recording and Playback.................................................................17
Recording .................................................................................................................. 17
Playing recordings .................................................................................................18
Overwrite recording .............................................................................................. 21
Using TALKBACK functions ................................................................................. 21
6 - Using TASCAM Podcast Editor ....................................................... 22
7 - Using Sound Pads ........................................................................... 23
Sound Pad overview ............................................................................................. 23
8 - Touchscreen Functions ................................................................... 27
Explanation of functions ..................................................................................... 27
Menu Screen ....................................................................................................... 27
Input selection............................................................................................ 27
Playback settings ....................................................................................... 33
Sound pad settings ................................................................................... 34
Hardware Settings .....................................................................................35
SD Settings...................................................................................................37
9 - Error messages ................................................................................ 38
10 - Troubleshooting ........................................................................... 39
11 - Specifications and Ratings .......................................................... 41
Recorder specifications ........................................................................................ 41
Analog audio input ratings ................................................................................. 41
Analog audio output ratings ..............................................................................41
Control input/output ............................................................................................ 41
Audio performance ............................................................................................... 41
Recording times (in hours: minutes) ............................................................... 41
Bluetooth .................................................................................................................. 41
Computer system requirements .......................................................................42
Windows ...............................................................................................................42
Mac ......................................................................................................................... 42
iOS/iPadOS devices ..........................................................................................42
Android devices ................................................................................................. 42
Other ........................................................................................................................... 42
Dimensional drawings..........................................................................................43
Block diagram .......................................................................................................... 44
Level diagram ..........................................................................................................45
2 TASCAM Mixcast 4

1 - Introduction

Features

o Mixer that supports creation and distribution of podcasts with up to
4 participants
o 4 TRS/XLR combo jack mic inputs o Phantom power can be activated for inputs individually o Multitrack recording directly to SD cards possible with up to 14 tracks o 14-in/2-out USB audio interface functions o 4 headphone output jacks with independent volume controls o Auto Mixer function can keep output levels uniform and regulate
volume without distortion
o Bluetooth connection enables wireless recording of call audio o 8 large illuminated sound pads are easy to press and have 8 banks o 5-inch color touchscreen enables easy and intuitive operation o Included (downloadable) free TASCAM Podcast Editor app covers all
aspects of use

Conventions used in this manual

In this manual, we use the following conventions:
o SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards are referred to as “SD cards”. o Computers, portable audio devices and other equipment connected
to this unit using Bluetooth are called "Bluetooth devices".
o References to “iOS” in this document also include “iPad OS”. o Information shown on the touchscreen is written like this: “OK”. o Touchscreen operations are indicated as “tap” when a finger is used
to touch an icon and “swipe” when moving left or right on the screen.
o The “dedicated software” is TASCAM Podcast Editor. o Additional information is introduced in the styles below when
needed:
TIP
These are tips about how to use the unit.
NOTE
These provide additional explanations and describe special cases.
ATTENTION
Failure to follow these instructions could result in damage to equip­ment or lost data, for example.
V
CAUTION
Failure to follow these instructions could result in injury.

Trademarks

o TASCAM is a registered trademark of TEAC Corporation. o SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
o The Bluetooth® word mark and logo are the property of Bluetooth
SIG, Inc. and are used by TEAC Corporation with permission.
o Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trade-
marks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
o Apple, Mac, macOS, iPad, Lightning, App Store and iTunes are trade-
marks of Apple Inc.
o Apple, Mac, macOS, iPad, iPadOS and iTunes are trademarks of Apple
Inc. in the United States and other countries.
o Lightning is a trademark of Apple Inc. o App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc. o IOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. and
other countries and is used under license.
o Android, Google Play and Google Play logo are trademarks of Google
Inc.
o ASIO is a trademark of Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH.
o Other company names, product names and logos in this document
are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
Information is given about products in this manual only for the purpose of example and does not indicate any guarantees against infringements of third-party intellectual property rights and other rights related to them. TEAC Corporation will bear no responsibil­ity for infringements on third-party intellectual property rights or other liabilities that occur as a result of the use of this product.
Properties copyrighted by third parties cannot be used for any purpose other than personal enjoyment and the like without the permission of the right holders recognized by copyright law. Always use this equipment properly. TEAC Corporation will bear no responsibility for rights infringements committed by users of this product.
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1 - Introduction

USB cables

This unit has a USB Type-C port. Use the included USB cable (Type-C to Type-C) to connect a computer or smartphone to this unit. If the USB port of the computer or smartphone being connected is not Type-C, however, a different USB cable must be prepared.
o Connecting to an iOS device with a lightning port
A genuine Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter and a commer­cially-available Type-A to Type-C cable are necessary.
o Connecting to a computer or smartphone (that supports OTG)
with a USB micro-B port
A micro-B to Type-C cable (compatible with USB OTG) is necessary.
o Connecting to a computer with a USB Type-A port
A commercially-available Type-A to Type-C cable is necessary.

Bluetooth®

This unit has a built-in Bluetooth audio module. This allows input of sound played on Bluetooth devices—computers and portable audio devices that support Bluetooth (A2DP)—as well as output of sound from this unit to other Bluetooth devices.
ATTENTION
The Bluetooth function of this unit is not guaranteed to enable con­nection or operation with all Bluetooth devices.

About SD cards

A card is necessary to record and play files with this unit. Prepare one for use. 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 by accessing the TEAC Global Site (http://teac-global.com). Check the page for this product. You can also contact TASCAM customer support.

TASCAM ID registration

To use the TASCAM Podcast Editor software designed for use with this unit, please create an account on the TASCAM website.
https://tascamid.tascam.jp/int/login/

Profiles

This unit supports the following Bluetooth profiles.
o A2DP(Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)
In order to transfer audio by Bluetooth, the Bluetooth device must sup­port A2DP. Even if a Bluetooth device supports the same profiles, though, its func­tions might differ according to its specifications.

Codecs

This unit supports the following codecs. It will automatically select one of them during audio transfer.
o SBC o AAC
The unit will select the appropriate codec to use according to the codec compatibility of the other Bluetooth device and communication conditions.
NOTE
i You cannot select the codec to be used by pressing a button, for
example.
i Due to characteristics of Bluetooth wireless technology, playback
from this unit will be slightly delayed compared to playback from the Bluetooth device.

Content protection

This unit supports SCMS-T as a form of content protection when trans­mitting audio, so it can play protected audio.

Transmission security

This unit supports security functions during Bluetooth transmission in accordance with the Bluetooth standard specifications, but it does not guarantee the privacy of such transmissions. TEAC CORPORATION will bear no responsibility should an information leak occur during transmission by Bluetooth.
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Top panel

2 - Names and Functions of Parts

1 MUTE buttons
Pressing a MUTE button mutes (silences) the signal input on that channel.
o These light red when on.
2 SOLO buttons
Pressing a SOLO button enables the signal input on that channel to be monitored by itself through the PHONES 1 jack on the back or the PHONES (TRRS) jack on the front. (This does not affect recording.)
o These light blue when on.
3 TALKBACK button
While this button is being pressed, the signal input through MIC INPUT 1 is output through the PHONES 2–4 jacks on the back. (This sound will not be recorded when recording.)
o This button lights blue while being pressed.
4 Recording indicator
o This lights red while recording.
5 MONITOR OUT knob
Use this to adjust the output of the MONITOR OUT and LINE OUT jacks on the back.
6 PHONES - knobs
Connect these to the PHONES - jacks on the back or the PHONES (TRRS) jack on the front.
7 MARK button
When playing, recording or paused, press this button to add a mark at the current point.
o This lights blue during playback and recording as well as when
recording is paused.
8 STOP button
Press this to stop playback or recording.
o This lights orange during playback and recording as well as when
recording is paused.
9 REC/PAUSE button
Press this to start recording. When recording, press this to pause.
o This lights red while recording and blinks red when recording is
paused.
0 Touchscreen
This allows input signals to be monitored and shows the operation status of the unit. Various settings can be made by touch operation. (See "8 - Touchscreen Functions" on page 27.)
q PHONES (TRRS) jack (CTIA standard)
Connect a headset, for example, here. A headset mic can be input on channel 1 using a menu setting. (CTIA standard) (See "Switching the Mic 1 input (connecting a headset)" on page 10.)
w SOUND PAD buttons (1-8)
This allows input signals to be monitored and shows the operation status of the unit. Use the TASCAM Podcast Editor software to set the audio sources. (See "Sound Pad overview" on page 23.)
e Channel faders
Use these to adjust the send levels of channel signals.
r Channel indicators
o The channel LEDs light red when input overloads are detected.
(Adjust input levels if they light frequently.)
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2 - Names and Functions of Parts

Rear panel

t Kensington Security Slot
y SD card slot
Use this slot to insert SD cards. (See "Loading SD cards" on page 12.)
u USB port (Type-C)
This is a USB Type-C port. ( This supports USB 2.0.) Use this to connect a computer, smartphone or tablet. (See "Making USB connections" on page 11.)
i INPUT SELECT switch
Use this to switch between the LINE IN L/R and LINE IN (TRRS) inputs.
o POWER button
Press this to turn the unit on and off. (See "Turning the power on and off" on page 9.)
p DC IN 12V connector
Connect the included AC adapter (PS-P1220E NUT) here. (See "Connecting the power" on page 9.)
a PHONES - jacks
Use these standard 6.3mm stereo jacks to connect headphones. Use adapters (3.5mm stereo mini jack) to connect headphones with mini plugs. (See "Connecting headphones" on page 10.)
V
CAUTION
Before connecting headphones, minimize the volumes with the PHONES – knobs (6). Failure to do so might cause sudden loud noises, which could harm your hearing or result in other trouble.
s MONITOR OUT L/R and LINE OUT jacks
Connect monitor speakers (powered speakers or an amplifier and speaker system) to the SUB OUTPUT L/R jacks. Use the MONITOR OUT knob (5) on the top to adjust the output levels.
o MONITOR OUT L/R jacks
Connectors: 6.3mm (1/4") standard TRS jacks
o LINE OUT jack
Connector: 3.5mm (1/8") stereo mini jack
(See "Connecting recording devices and monitor speakers" on page 11.)
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CAUTION
Before turning the power on and connecting monitor speakers, minimize the volume with the MONITOR OUT knob (5) on the top. Failure to do so might cause sudden loud noises, which could harm your hearing or result in other trouble.
d LINE IN L/R jacks
Connect a media player or other audio device here.
o Set the INPUT SELECT switch to the LINE IN side to use these.
Connectors: 6.3mm (1/4") standard TRS jacks (See "Connecting smartphones, media players and similar devices" on page 11.)
f LINE IN (TRRS) jack (CTIA standard)
Connect a smartphone or other portable device here.
o Set the INPUT SELECT switch (i) to . (CTIA standard)
Connector: 3.5 mm (1/8") 4-pole mini jack (See "Connecting smartphones, media players and similar devices" on page 11.)
g MIC INPUT 1-4 jacks
Connect dynamic and condenser mics to these. (For mic connection and mic type selection, See "Connecting micro­phones" on page 10 and See "1 Mic settings" on page 27.)
V
CAUTION
When “Condenser” is selected for a MIC INPUT jack in the mic set­tings, phantom power (+48V) will be turned on. Doing so could damage dynamic mics if they are connected. Be careful when connecting mics and selecting mic types.
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2 - Names and Functions of Parts

Home Screen

When the unit is turned on, the Home Screen appears on the touchscreen as shown below. As a rule, touchscreen operations are either touching an icon with a finger (hereafter, “tap”) or moving left/right on the screen (hereafter, “swipe”). (If the response to fingers is poor, operation using a stylus designed for smartphones and tablets is also possible.) This screen allows input signal levels to be monitored and shows the operation status of the unit. In addition, various function settings can be accessed by tapping the Menu icon on the screen.
Applause
Drumbeat
Alarm AirHorn Brass
Heartbeat Bleep Effect
1 Menu icon
Tap this icon to open the Menu Screen. (See "Menu Screen" on page 27.)
2 Recorder operation status
This icon shows the recorder operation status.
Indicator Meaning
8
0
09
Stop
Recording
Recording paused
3 Recording counter
This shows the current elapsed time (in hours: minutes: seconds) when recording.
4 SD counter
This shows the remaining time available for recording on the SD card (in hours: minutes: seconds).
5 USB icon
The icon appears when connected by USB.
6 Bluetooth icon
The icon appears when a Bluetooth device is connected. The icon blinks when waiting to pair.
7 SD card icon
When an SD card is loaded, the icon appears.
8 Level meters
These show the levels of the channels.
o 1 - 4, , , , 7 o L/R : Stereo mix levels
: Levels sent to the stereo mix
9 Input channel identifiers
Indicator Corresponding input jacks
1 – 4 MIC INPUT 1-4 jacks
USB port
LINE IN (TRRS) jack
Bluetooth input
Sound pads
L/R 2MIX
e SOUND PAD bank indicator
The position of the SOUND PAD bank currently shown is highlighted.
q Condenser mic selected indicator
Red dots will be shown next to mic channel numbers set to “Condenser” in the mic settings.
w Sound Pad display
These show the names of the audio files that have been assigned to the Sound Pads.* Use the dedicated software to set audio sources. (See "Sound Pad overview" on page 23.) * Pre-assigned effect sounds (included audio sources) are set for the
Bank 0 Sound Pads.
e SOUND PAD bank switch(   /   ) icons
Tap the icon to switch to the lower bank. Tap the icon to switch to the higher bank.
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3 - Preparation

Making connections

Connecting audio equipment

The following is an example of connections with this unit.
Precautions before making connections
o Carefully read the operation manuals of the devices to be connected and then connect them correctly. o Before making connections, turn this unit and all equipment to be connected off (standby). o Install all connected devices, including this unit, so that they are powered from the same line. When using a power strip or similar device, be sure to
use one that has high current capacity (thick cable) in order to minimize fluctuations in power voltage.
V
CAUTION
Before turning the power on or connecting audio equipment, set the following knobs and faders on this unit and the knobs and faders of the devices being connected to their lowest values. Failure to do so could cause sudden loud noises from monitoring equipment, and this could damage the equipment or harm hearing.
o Channel faders (e), PHONES – knobs (6), MONITOR OUT knob (5)
Connection example
Back
Front
Note: For details about q–g in the illustration above, See "Top panel" on page 5 and See "Rear panel" on page 6.
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3 - Preparation

Connecting the power

Use the included AC adapter (PS-P1220E NUT) to connect a power sup­ply to the unit as shown below.
1. Connect the DC plug of the AC adapter to the DC IN 12V connector on the back of the unit.
2. Turn the nut on the DC plug to secure it to the DC IN 12V connector.
3. Connect the AC adapter to an outlet.
V
CAUTION
Always connect the included AC adapter (PS-M1524A), which is spec­ified for use with this unit. Use of a different adapter could cause malfunction, fire or electric shock.

Turning the power on and off

Turning the power on
1. Press and hold the POWER button (o) on the back to turn the unit
on. When the Mixcast 4 logo appears on the touchscreen, release the POWER Button.
2. When startup completes, the Home Screen will appear on the
touchscreen as shown below.
Applause
Drumbeat
Alarm AirHorn Brass
Heartbeat Bleep Effect
Home Screen
Turning the power off
Press and hold the POWER button (o) to turn the unit off. When a pop-up message appears on the touchscreen to confirm turning the power off, release the POWER button.
Tap “Yes” to run the shutdown procedure and turn the unit off.
NOTE
i The unit will save various settings before it turns off.
i This unit has an
turn it off.
For details about the ing section in See "6 AUTO POWER OFF" on page 36.
AUTO POWER OFF
AUTO POWER OFF
function that can automatically
function, see the correspond-
POWER button (o)
Startup Screen
NOTE
A tutorial that explains the unit simply will appear the first time it is turned on after purchase. Then, the Others Screen will open on the touchscreen so that language and Date/Time settings can be made. (For language, date and time setting instructions, see "1 Date/ Time Adjust" in See "4 Other settings" on page 36.)

Tutorial overview

o When the unit is turned on, a tutorial screen will open to explain the
basics of operating the unit.
o If the tutorial is unnecessary, tap the × at the top right to close the
screen.
o Put a check in the “Hide Tutorial” checkbox in the final tutorial screen
to prevent it from being shown in the future.* * This tutorial will be shown again if the unit is restored to its default
settings.
(To restore the unit to its default settings, in See "4 Other settings"
on page 36.)
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3 - Preparation

Connecting microphones

Connect mics to the MIC INPUT 1–4 jacks on the back. Point the mics at the sound sources and place the unit in a stable loca­tion where there is little vibration.
1. Select the mic type. Tap the input icon on the Menu Screen to open the Input Screen
V
CAUTION
i Do not connect mics that are compatible with plug-in power.
Doing so could cause damage.
i When “Condenser” is selected as the mic setting for a MIC INPUT jack,
phantom power (+48V) will be turned on. Doing so could damage dynamic mics if they are connected.
Be careful when connecting mics and selecting mic types.
i If “Condenser” has been selected, the following message will appear
the next time the unit is turned on.
Menu Screen
2. Select and tap a – mic icon.
Input Screen
3. This will open the Level Screen. Tap the Condenser or Dynamic (default) button to set the mic type. (The following illustration example shows “Mic1”.)
Tap “Yes” to supply phantom power (+48V) to mic inputs that have been set to “Condenser”. Tap “No” to change the settings of all mic inputs to “Dynamic”.

Connecting headphones

Connect headphones to the PHONES – jacks (a) on the back.
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CAUTION
Before connecting headphones, minimize the volumes with the PHONES – knobs (6). Failure to do so might cause sudden loud noises from the headphones, which could harm hearing or result in other trouble.
Switching the Mic 1 input (connecting a headset)
Connect a headset to the PHONES (TRRS) jack (q) on the front.
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CAUTION
Before connecting a headset, minimize the level of the PHONES knob (6) on the top. Failure to do so might cause sudden loud noises from the headset, which could harm hearing or result in other trouble.
1. Using a headset mic To use the headset mic input as channel 1, set the input to “Front” on the Mic 1 Level Screen.
Level Screen (MIC INPUT 1 example)
After selecting the mic type, tap the home icon at the top right to return to the Home Screen. Red dots will be shown on the Home Screen next to mic channel numbers set to “Condenser” in the mic settings.
Applause
Drumbeat
Alarm AirHorn Brass
Heartbeat Bleep Effect
Home Screen
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Level Screen (MIC INPUT 1)
o To use the MIC INPUT 1 jack (g) on the back of the unit set the
input to “Rear” (default) on the Mic 1 Level Screen.
NOTE
Output volume could be reduced if both PHONES jacks (a) and PHONES (TRRS) jack (q) are used at the same time.
3 - Preparation

Making USB connections

Using USB to connect a computer, smartphone or tablet makes the fol­lowing possible.
o The SD card in this unit can be used as USB mass storage.
o Audio can be input and output by using it as a USB audio device.
1. Connect the included USB cable to the USB port (u) on the back of
this unit and to a computer, smartphone or tablet.
2. When this unit confirms USB connection, the USB icon will appear at the top right of its Home Screen.
NOTE
The unit should be connected using the included USB cable* directly to the smartphone, tablet or computer, not through a USB hub. * When using a USB cable purchased elsewhere, use a high-quality
cable (that has USB certification) of the shortest length possible.
(See "USB cables" on page 4.)

Connecting smartphones, media players and similar devices

Connect smartphones and other portable devices as well as media play­ers and other audio devices to the LINE IN (TRRS) or LINE IN jacks on the back of the unit. Doing so allows input of these sound sources.
o Audio from a caller can be input by connecting a mobile phone or
smartphone to the LINE IN (TRRS) jack of this unit. Likewise, audio from this unit can also be sent to the caller.
NOTE
The Mix Minus function is always used on audio output through the LINE IN (TRRS) jack. This prevents the audio from callers being returned to them.
1. Set the INPUT SELECT switch (i) on the back of the unit according to the type of device being input.
o When connecting a smartphone or other portable device to the
LINE IN (TRRS) jack (f)
Set the INPUT SELECT switch (i) to (TRRS)
o When connecting a media player or other audio device to the LINE
IN L/R jacks (d)
Set the INPUT SELECT switch (i) to LINE IN
2. Tap the input icon on the Menu Screen to open the Input Screen.
Then, tap the smartphone icon to make voice settings, referring to See "3 Smartphone settings" on page 33.

Connecting recording devices and monitor speakers

Sound mixed or played back on this unit can be output through the MONITOR OUT L/R jacks (s) or LINE OUT jack (s) on its back to monitor speakers (powered monitor speakers or an amp and speaker system).
o MONITOR OUT L/R jacks (s)
For example, connect a recording device or powered monitor speakers that are compatible with standard 6.3mm (1/4") TRS jacks.
o LINE OUT jack (s)
For example, connect headphones that are compatible with
3.5mm (1/8") stereo mini jacks.
Use the MONITOR OUT knob on the top to adjust the speaker volume.
NOTE
If the volume cannot be adjusted with the MONITOR OUT knob (5), confirm that “Line Level Output” is set to “OFF” in the See "1 AUDIO"
on page 35. Volume cannot be adjusted when set to “ON”.
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CAUTION
Before turning the power on and connecting monitor speakers, minimize the volume with the MONITOR OUT knob (5) on the top. Failure to do so might cause sudden loud noises, which could harm your hearing or result in other trouble.

Connecting with Bluetooth devices

This unit has a built-in Bluetooth audio module. This enables input of sound played on computers and portable audio devices that support Bluetooth (A2DP) as well as output of sound from this unit to other Bluetooth devices. Audio from a caller can be input by connecting a smartphone to this unit by Bluetooth. Likewise, audio from this unit can also be sent to the caller.
NOTE
The Mix Minus function is always used on audio output to Bluetooth devices. This prevents the audio from callers being returned to them.
Pairing
Follow the procedures below to enable pairing with a Bluetooth device.
NOTE
Pairing also requires operation of the Bluetooth device. Refer to the operation manual of the Bluetooth device being used for instructions about how to use it.
1. Tap the input icon on the Menu Screen to open the Input Screen. Then, tap the Bluetooth icon.
Input Screen
Input Screen
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3 - Preparation
2. This will open the to start pairing with the Bluetooth device.
NOTE
After the unit is turned on, the unit will automatically activate pairing mode for some time. Then, it will deactivate pairing mode.
3. While searching for Bluetooth devices, the “ highlighted and “ right.
NOTE
If connecting does not complete after some time, pairing mode will be deactivated automatically. To reactivate pairing mode, tap the “Pairing” button again.
4. Select “TASCAM Mixcast” on the Bluetooth device to be paired.
5. When Bluetooth connection is confirmed, “Connected” will appear
in the message field, and the Bluetooth icon will appear at the top right of the Home Screen.
6. After completing the Bluetooth connection, set Voice Setting options as explained in See "4 Bluetooth settings" on page 33.
Level
Screen shown below. Tap the
Level Screen
Searching…
” will appear in the message field to its
Pairing
Level Screen
Pairing
Searching...
Pairing
button
” button will be

SD card insertion, removal and write protection

Loading 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.
NOTE
i This product does not include an SD card.
Please purchase any that you need for your uses.
i We recommend using SD cards with capacities of at least 64 GB
because multitrack recordings of all channel inputs use large amounts of space.
i A list of SD cards that have been confirmed for use with this unit can
be found by accessing the TEAC Global Site (http://teac-global.com). Check the page for this product. You can also contact TASCAM cus­tomer support.
1. Open the SD card slot cover on the back and insert the card in the slot until it clicks into place.
2. Formatting is necessary if the pop-up message shown below appears on the touchscreen when an SD card is inserted.
3. Tap “Yes” to start formatting.
4. When this unit confirms the SD card, the SD card icon will appear
at the top right of the Home Screen.
NOTE
SD cards formatted by this unit are optimized to improve perfor­mance during recording. Use this unit to format the SD cards to be used with it. Errors might occur when recording with this unit using an SD card formatted by a computer or other device.
Removing SD cards
First, turn the unit off or stop operation. Then, gently press the SD card in to eject it, and remove it
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CAUTION
Never remove an SD card when the unit is operating (including recording, playing back, or writing data to the SD card). Doing so could cause proper recording to fail, data to be lost, and sudden loud noises from monitoring equipment, which might dam­age the equipment, harm hearing or cause other trouble.
1. Open the SD card slot cover (y) on the back and push the card in gently until it comes out.
2. Pull the SD card out.
3. The SD card icon at the top right of the touchscreen will
disappear.
SD card write protection switches
SD cards have write-protection switches that prevent writing new data to them.
If you slide the write-protection switch to the “LOCK” position, writing will not be possible. Move the write-protection switch to the unlocked position in order to record, erase and otherwise edit data on the card.
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4 - Input Settings

Adjusting input levels, audio characteris­tics and effects
Adjust each input before starting recordings for podcasts. Adjust the input levels, audio characteristics and effects to prevent distortion by input volumes that are too high or inaudible recording by levels that are too low.

Lowering knob and fader volumes

Before starting input adjustments, set the following knobs and faders on this unit and the knobs and faders of the devices being connected to their lowest values.
o Lower channel faders (e).
o Lower the MONITOR OUT (5) and PHONES – (6) knobs.
3. On the Input Screen, select and tap the – mic icon for the mic input to adjust.
Input Screen
4. This opens the Level screen. (The following illustration uses MIC INPUT 1 as an example.)

Making mic input settings

1. Tap the menu icon on the Home Screen to open the Menu
Screen.
Applause
Drumbeat
2. Tap the input icon.
Alarm AirHorn Brass
Heartbeat Bleep Effect
Home Screen
Level Screen (MIC INPUT 1 example)

Adjusting mic input levels

This is an example of procedures to adjust MIC INPUT 1.
1. While inputting sound through MIC INPUT 1, gradually raise the MONITOR OUT knob (5) and channel fader 1 until sound can be heard from the monitor speakers.
2. Use the slider to adjust the input level on the Level Screen. Adjust the mic volume so that it is not too high or low and the volume peak stays in the orange range on the level meter.
Level adjustment
Menu Screen
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4 - Input Settings

Adjusting mic input audio characteristics (Voice Setting)

After adjusting the volume peak, adjust the mic input audio characteris­tics as desired.
1. Tap the Voice Setting button.
Voice Setting selection screen
2. This opens the first page of the Voice Setting Screen. The Voice Setting Screen has two pages.
Adjusting the Compressor
Voice Setting Screen page 1 (MIC INPUT 1 jack example)
Tap the Compressor switch to turn it on. Two presets can be selected for the Compressor. Select Manual to make adjustments instead of using a preset. Tapping one of the Compressor setting icons selects it, highlight­ing it and turning the function on.
o Soft (default) : This naturally compresses loud parts of the
sound.
o Hard : This greatly compresses everything to even the
level.
o Manual : This allows detailed compressor adjustments.
Tap the Manual icon to show the settings icon.
Voice Setting Screen page 1 (MIC INPUT 1 jack example)
Tap the [<] and [>] buttons at the bottom of the Voice Setting screen to switch between the two pages.
Adjusting the Tone
Tap the Tone switch to turn it on. Three presets can be selected for Tone. Select Manual to make adjustments instead of using a preset.
Voice Setting Screen page 1 (MIC INPUT 1 jack example)
Tapping one of the Tone setting icons selects it, highlighting it and turning the function on.
o Deep : This emphasizes deep low frequencies. o Mid (default) : This emphasizes middle frequencies. o Bright : This emphasizes bright high frequencies. o Manual : This allows detailed tone adjustments.
Tap the Manual icon to show the settings icon.
o Tapping another icon will make the set-
tings icon disappear.
Tap the settings icon to open the Tone Manual Setting Screen. See "Tone Manual settings" on page 28.
o Tapping another icon will make the set-
tings icon disappear.
Tap the settings icon to open the Compressor Manual Setting Screen. See "Compressor Manual settings" on page 29.
3. When done making settings on the first page of the Voice Setting Screen, tap the [>]button at the bottom of the screen to open the second page.
Adjusting the Processing
Voice Setting Screen page 2 (MIC INPUT 1 jack example)
Tap the Processing switch to turn it on. Tapping one of the Processing setting icons selects it, highlight­ing it and turning the function on.
o De-esser : Adjust harsh high-frequency sibilant
sounds.
o Noise Suppressor : The range of noise that is blocked
can be adjusted.
o Ducking* : When a signal is input through MIC
INPUT 1, other signal levels will be lowered and output after the adjust­ment made by MIC INPUT 1 ducking.
* The Ducking setting can only be used with MIC INPUT 1.
o Tapping one of the Processing setting icons highlights it and
shows the setting icon.
o Tapping the icon again will make the setting icon
disappear.
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The setting icons access detailed adjustments. Tap the setting icons to open the following screens.
o See page 29 for details about De-esser manual settings. o See page 29 for details about Noise Suppressor settings. o See page 30 for details about Ducking manual settings.

Adjusting mic input effects (Effect Setting)

The following adjustments can be made to change the mic input sound as desired. The effect function is linked to the Sound Pad buttons (w). By assigning an effect to a pad, its settings can be applied while the pad is pressed.
NOTE
The effect functions that can be assigned to Sound Pads (w) are “Reverb” and “ Voice Changer”.
1. Tap the Effect Setting button.
4 - Input Settings
Reverb adjustment
Use the Reverb function to adjust the reverberations and make related settings.
Effect Setting Screen page 1
Tap the Reverb switch to open the following message.
Effect Setting selection screen
2. The following message will appear when the Effect Setting Screen is opened. Tap “OK”.
3. This opens the first page of the Effects Setting Screen. The Effect Setting Screen has two pages.
Voice Setting Screen page 1 (MIC INPUT 1 jack example)
Tap the [<] and [>] buttons at the bottom of the Effect Setting Screen to switch between the first and second pages. The following settings can be made on the first page of the Effect Setting Screen.
Tap “OK” to turn the switch on and enable the Reverb function.
o The following three presets can be selected for Reverb. Select
Manual to make adjustments instead of using a preset.
o Tapping one of the Reverb setting icons selects it, highlighting it
and activating that setting.
o Small : This is equivalent to the “Room” manual reverb
setting and has the smallest amounts of reflec-
o Medium
(default)
o Large : This is equivalent to the “Hall” manual reverb
o DRY/WET : Move the slider to adjust the amount of the reverb
o Manual : This allows detailed reverb adjustments.
4. When done making settings on the first page of the Effect Setting Screen, tap the [>] button at the bottom of the screen to open the second page. The following settings can be made on the second page of the Effect Setting Screen.
tions and reverb sound.
: This is equivalent to the “Studio” manual reverb
setting and has medium amounts of reflections and reverb sound.
setting and has the greatest amount of reflections and reverb sound.
effect.
Tap the Manual icon to show the settings icon.
Tapping another icon will make the settings
icon disappear.
Tap the settings icon to open the Reverb Manual
Setting Screen. See "Reverb manual settings" on page 31.
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