Tascam US-42B User manual

D01377020A

MiNiSTUDIO CREATOR

US-42B

OWNER’S MANUAL

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

For U.S.A.

INFORMATION 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 the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged 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 between the equipment and receiver.

c)Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

d)Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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.

For Canada

THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES-003.

CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DE LA CLASSE B EST CONFORME À LA NORME NMB-003 DU CANADA.

Declaration of Conformity

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

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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This product complies with the European Directives request and the other Commission Regulations.

Nameplate

1Read these instructions.

2Keep these instructions.

3Heed all warnings.

4Follow all instructions.

5Do not use this apparatus near water.

6Clean only with dry cloth.

7Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9Do 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.

10Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11Only 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.

13Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14Refer 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.

•The apparatus draws nominal non-operating power from the AC outlet with its POWER or STANDBY/ON switch not in the ON position.

•The mains plug is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

•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.

•If you are experiencing problems with this product, contact TEAC for a service referral. Do not use the product until it has been repaired.

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.

•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 with an incorrect type of battery. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

88 For European Customers

Disposal of electrical and electronic equipment

(a)All electrical and electronic equipment should be disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or the local authorities.

(b)By disposing of the electrical and electronic equipment correctly, you will help save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment.

(c)Improper disposal of waste equipment can have serious effects on the environment and human health as a result of the presence of hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment.

(d) The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates that electrical and electronic equipment must be collected and disposed of separately from household waste.

(e)The return and collection systems are available to the end users. For more detailed information about disposal of old electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your city office, waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the equipment.

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Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.............................	2
Introduction............................................................................	4
Features.....................................................................................	4
Included items........................................................................	5
Conventions used in this manual....................................	5
Trademarks and copyrights...............................................	5
Precautions for placement and use................................	5
Using the TEAC Global Site................................................	6
Beware of condensation.....................................................	6
Cleaning the unit...................................................................	6
Product registration.............................................................	6
About TASCAM customer support service..................	6
Broadcasting live...................................................................	6
Names and functions of parts..........................................	8
Top panel............................................................................................	8
Front panel........................................................................................	9
Rear panel........................................................................................	10
Installing the dedicated software................................	10
Installing the Windows software.....................................	10
Installing the Mac software..................................................	11
Working with Gatekeeper......................................................	12
Connecting the power.....................................................	13
When using a computer (Windows/Mac)...................	13
When using an iOS device.....................................................	13
Connection illustrations..................................................	13
Connecting with a computer.............................................	14
Connecting iOS devices.........................................................	14
Audio connections....................................................................	14
Opening the Settings Panel...........................................	15
Windows...........................................................................................	15
Mac.......................................................................................................	15
Settings Panel overview..................................................	15
Using the Settings Panel menu bar.................................	15
EASY page........................................................................................	17
EXPERT page..................................................................................	18
Driver settings for specific purposes (Windows only)....	21
Creating podcasts (Windows only).............................	21
Using the ducking function............................................	22
Notification function........................................................	22
Automatic Settings Panel and firmware update function....	22
Application Guide..............................................................	23
Windows..........................................................................................	23
macOS...............................................................................................	23
Troubleshooting.................................................................	24
Specifications.......................................................................	25
Ratings...............................................................................................	25
Analog audio input ratings..................................................	25
Analog audio output ratings..............................................	25
Control input/output ratings..............................................	26
Audio performance...................................................................	26
Operation requirements..................................................	26
Windows..........................................................................................	26
Mac......................................................................................................	26
iOS device........................................................................................	26
Supported audio drivers........................................................	26
General...................................................................................	27
Dimensional drawings......................................................	27
Block diagrams....................................................................	28

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Introduction

Thank you very much for purchasing the TASCAM MiNiSTUDIO CREATOR.

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 (https://teac-global.com/).

Before connecting this unit to a computer, you must download and install dedicated software on the computer.

Features

The MiNiSTUDIO series of personal audio interfaces are designed to make Internet broadcasting of audio performances easy.

The MiNiSTUDIO CREATOR, which is an advanced model in the MiNiSTUDIO series, supports both live broadcasting and production applications as well as the simultaneous use of two mics. Users can enjoy streaming and production with advanced features.

•Audio interface designed specifically for live Internet broadcasting with support for not only Windows, but also Mac and iOS

•Sound effect triggering (SOUND PAD) function, voice effects and reverb enable many audio performance possibilities

•Easily-operated user interface designed for Internet broadcasting

•Two input jacks support various applications including performances with vocals and guitar and interview programs

•CREATOR mode is optimal for creating video contents and music.

88 Note about computer operation

If you are unsure about anything related to the basic operation of a computer when it is mentioned in

an explanation in this manual, please refer to the computer operation manual.

To use this unit with a computer, dedicated software must be installed on the computer.

For details about software installation, see “Installing the dedicated software” on page 10.

Included items

This product includes the following items.

Take care when opening the package to avoid damaging the items. Keep the box and packing materials for transportation in the future.

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
•	USB cable...................................................................	× 1
• Owner’s Manual (this document).....................		× 1

The warranty is included at the end of this manual.

Conventions used in this manual

In this manual, we use the following conventions:

•Buttons, connectors and other physical parts of this unit are written using a bold font like this:

VOLUME knob.

•Information shown on a computer display is written like this: “OK”.

•Additional information is provided as necessary as tips, notes and cautions.

TIP

These are tips about how to use the unit.

NOTE

These provide additional explanations and describe special cases.

CAUTION

Failure to follow these instructions could result in injury, damage to equipment or lost recording data, for example.

Trademarks and copyrights

•TASCAM and MiNiSTUDIO are registered trademarks of TEAC Corporation.

•Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.

•Apple, Mac, macOS, iPad and iPod touch are trademarks of Apple Inc.

•Lightning is a trademark of Apple Inc.

•App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc.

•IOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. and other countries and is used under license.

•ASIO is a trademark of Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH.

•Other company names, product names and logos in this document are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

Precautions for placement and use

•The operating temperature range of this unit is 5–35 °C.

•Do not install this unit in the following types of locations. Doing so could make the sound quality worse or cause malfunction.

Places with significant vibrations

Near windows or other places exposed to direct sunlight

Near heaters or other extremely hot places Extremely cold places

Places with bad ventilation or high humidity Very dusty locations

•Do not place this unit on top of a power amplifier or other device that generates heat.

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Using the TEAC Global Site

You can download updates for this unit from the TEAC Global Site:

iihttps://teac-global.com/

In the TASCAM Downloads section, select the desired language to open the Downloads website page for that language.

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 correct operation impossible. To prevent this, or if this occurs, let the unit sit for one or two hours at the new room temperature before using it.

Cleaning the unit

Use a dry soft cloth to wipe the unit clean. Do not wipe with chemical cleaning cloths, thinner, alcohol or other chemical agents. Doing so could damage the surface or cause discoloration.

Product registration

Customers in the USA, please visit the following TASCAM website to register your TASCAM product online.

https://tascam.com/us/

About TASCAM customer support service

TASCAM products are supported and warrantied only in their country/region of purchase.

To receive support after purchase, on the TASCAM Distributors list page of the TEAC Global Site (https:// teac-global.com/), search for the local company or representative for the region where you purchased the product and contact that organization.

When making inquiries, the address (URL) of the shop or web shop where it was purchased and the purchase date are required.

Moreover, the warranty card and proof of purchase might also be necessary.

Broadcasting live

88 Computer preparation (installing the dedicated software)

1.Download the software for the operating system you are using from the TEAC Global Site (https:// teac-global.com/) and follow the installer procedures to install it. See “Installing the dedicated software” on page 10 for details.

Installer screen

2.Make the following settings according to the computer you are using.

Windows

Open the Sound Control panel and set “MiNiSTUDIO US-32/42” as the Default Device on both the Playback and Recording tabs. (See “Windows” on page 23.)

Mac

Open the Utilities folder in the Applications folder, and double-click “Audio MIDI Setup”. Then, set “MiNiSTUDIO US-42” to “Use this device for sound input” and “Use this device for sound output”. (See “macOS” on page 23.)

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88 Setting up the unit

NOTE

For details about the IN 1jack (1) and other parts, see “Top panel” on page 8 and “Front panel” on page 9.

3.Set the LOOPBACK switch (O) to ON.

4.Confirm that the IN 1VOLUME knob (4) is set to MIN before connecting a mic.

iiConnect a condenser or dynamic mic to the IN 1 jack (1).

iiWhen using 4-pole headphones with a built-in mic, connect it to the PHONES (TRRS) jack (Y).

iiWhen using the headset, connect the headphone plug to the PHONES (TRRS) jack (Y) and the mic plug to the MIC jack (U).

5.Set the mic type switch (5) for the IN 1 jack (1) according to the type of mic connected to it as follows.

MIC +48V	Condenser mic
	(mic that requires power)
MIC	Dynamic mic
	(mic that does not require power)

NOTE

When using 4-pole headphones with a built-in mic or a headset, you can set this to either MIC +48V or MIC.

6.Say or sing something, and turn the IN 1 VOLUME knob (4) until the LEVEL meter (2) lights green.

7.Confirm that the headphone knob (6) is set to MIN, and connect headphones to the headphone jack (T).

When using this unit for a live broadcast, in order to prevent feedback (signal looping), use headphones or an earphone instead of speakers.

8.If you want to apply reverb to your voice, turn the REVERB knob (0).

9.Press the ON button (E) so that it lights to complete preparation.

Audio will start being sent to the computer, so make the settings in the streaming software to start streaming.

Start live broadcasting.

CAUTION

Refer to the help pages of the streaming software to make various settings in it.

Refer to the following pages to use the other functions of this unit.

	Desired action	Page
	Use voice effects	page 17
		page 18
	Play background music on the	page 23
	computer
	Play sound effects	page 17
	(SOUND PAD function)	page 18
	Use with an iOS device (connecting)	page 13
	Use with an iOS device (powering)	page 13
	Use music on a tablet or other	page 9, I
	connected device
	Using the unit as an audio interface	page 9, O
	(music and video creation)

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Names and functions of parts

Top panel

1IN 1jack (BALANCED/UNBALANCED)

This XLR/TRS combo jack is an analog input.

It supports high impedance input, including direct guitar input.

iiXLR (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)

iiTRS (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)

Use the IN 1VOLUME knob (4) to set the input level.

Use the IN 1 jack input switch (5) to enable balanced line input (MIC +48V / MIC) or unbalanced input (INST) for the TRS jack.

When directly connecting a guitar, bass or other instrument, set the IN 1 jack input switch (5) to INST.

2LEVEL meters

These show the levels of the analog input signals.

When a signal is being input, this lights yellow when the level is too low or too high, green when the level is good and red when the signal is distorting.

3IN 2jack (BALANCED/UNBALANCED)

This XLR/TRS combo jack is an analog input.

It supports high impedance input, including direct guitar input.

iiXLR (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)

iiTRS (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)

Use the IN 2VOLUME knob (9) to set the input level.

Use the IN 2 jack input switch (8) to enable balanced line input (MIC +48V / MIC) or unbalanced input (INST) for the TRS jack.

When directly connecting a guitar, bass or other instrument, set the IN 2 jack input switch (8) to INST.

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4IN 1VOLUME knob

Use to adjust the input levels from the IN 1 jack (1) on the top of the unit, as well as from the mic input for 4-pole headphones with a built-in mic (Y) and the headset jack mic input (U).

CAUTION

The IN 1jack (1) on the top of the unit, the mic input for 4-pole headphones with a built-in mic (Y), and the headset jack mic input (U) cannot be used at the same time.

5IN 1jack input switch

Set according to the input source of the IN 1 jack (1) on the top of the unit.

MIC +48V	Mic (phantom power on, +48V)
MIC	Mic (phantom power off)
INST	Instrument

NOTE

•When using 4-pole headphones with a built-in mic or a headset, you can set this to either MIC +48V or MIC.

•Phantom power is not output through the TRS jack.

6PHONE LEVEL knob

Use to adjust the output level from the headphones jack (T) and the headphone outputs for the 4-pole headphones with a built-in mic jack (Y).

CAUTION

Before connecting headphones, minimize the headphones knob (6). Failure to do so could result in a sudden loud noise that could harm hearing, for example.

7Line output knob

Use to adjust the output level of the LINE OUT L/R jacks (P) on the back of the unit.

8IN 2jack input switch

Set according to the input source of the IN 2 jack (3) on the top of the unit.

MIC +48V	Mic (phantom power on, +48V)
MIC	Mic (phantom power off)
INST	Instrument

NOTE

When using 4-pole headphones with a built-in mic or a headset, you can set this to either MIC +48V or MIC.

Phantom power is not output through the TRS jack.

9IN 2VOLUME knob

Use to adjust the input level of the IN 2 jack (3) on the top of the unit.

0REVERB knob

This knob adjusts the depth of the reverb effect.

When set all the way to MIN, no reverb will be used and the signal will be 100% dry. When set all the way to MAX, the signal will be 100% wet.

Use the Settings Panel to set the reverb type and parameters. (See “Settings Panel overview” on page 15.)

QSOUND PAD trigger pads (1/2/3)

Press these pads to play sounds set in the Settings Panel.

Press them strongly to play sounds loudly and press them weakly to play sounds softly.

Use the Settings Panel to set the SOUND PAD trigger pad parameters. (See “Settings Panel overview” on page 15.)

WEFFECT button

Use to turn the effect on/off for the sounds input from the IN 1/IN 2 jacks on the top of the unit, as well as for the mic input for 4-pole headphones with a built-in mic (Y) and the headset jack mic input (U) on the front of the unit.

Set the effect type and parameters on the Settings Panel. (See “Settings Panel overview” on page 15.)

EON button

This turns audio transmission to the computer on and off.

If the LOOPBACK switch (O) is set to ON, when this is on, the button lights and the input sound (1, 3, Y, U and I) and sound from the computer (sound of playback from audio applications, for example) are mixed and sent to the computer.

This is on by default after the LOOPBACK switch (O) is set to OFF.

Front panel

R Strap attachments

TPHONES jack (stereo standard)

Use this standard stereo jack to connect stereo headphones.

The same signals are output from the LINE OUT L and R jacks.

YPHONES (TRRS) jack (stereo mini)

Connect stereo headphones to this stereo mini jack.

This unit supports input and output for 4-pole headphones with a mic and output for headset headphones.

CAUTION

Before connecting headphones, use the headphones knob (6) to minimize the volume.

Failure to do so could result in a sudden loud noise that could harm hearing, for example.

UMIC jack (TS mini)

Connect the mic plug of a headset to this TS mini jack.

CAUTION

The IN 1jack (1) on the top of the unit, the mic input for 4-pole headphones with a mic (Y), and the headset jack mic input (U) cannot be used at the same time.

If more than one of the above input jacks are connected at the same time, sound will only be input through the jack with the highest priority.

The priority of the jacks from highest to lowest is PHONES (TRRS) jack (Y), MIC jack (U), IN 1jack (1).

IAUX IN jack (stereo mini)

Background music can be played from a portable audio player or other external device with a line output jack connected using a stereo mini jack cable.

Use the output level setting of the connected device to adjust the input level.

OLOOPBACK switch

Set this switch according to use. (See “Using the Settings Panel menu bar” on page 15.)

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Rear panel

PLINE OUT L/R jacks (UNBALANCED)

These RCA pin jacks are analog line outputs.

APOWER switch

Use to turn the unit on and to put it into standby.

When the unit is turned on, the LEVEL meters (2) light completely once.

S USB 2.0 port

Use the included USB cable to connect the unit to a computer. (Supports USB 2.0.)

CAUTION

•When using this unit connected to a computer, it will receive power from the computer's USB port. Depending on the computer, the USB port might not be able to supply enough power to operate the unit.

•When connected to a USB 3.0 port, it will function in High Speed mode equivalent to USB 2.0 (480 Mbps maximum).

•After waking a computer from suspend (sleep) mode, if the unit does not operate properly, turn it off and turn it on again or disconnect and reconnect the USB cable.

•USB 1.1 is not supported.

DDC IN 5V connector

When connected to an iOS device or other equipment that cannot power this unit, you must use a USB power adapter, mobile battery or other power supply. See “When using an iOS device” on page 13 for details.

F Kensington Security Slot

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Installing the dedicated software

To use this unit with a computer, dedicated software must be installed on the computer.

Download the latest software for the operating system you are using from the TEAC Global Site (https://teac-global.com/).

•When you install the dedicated software on a Windows computer, the Windows driver and the Settings Panel application will be installed.

•When you install the dedicated software on a Mac, only the Mac Settings Panel application will be installed.

The standard OS driver will be used.

•When using this unit with an iOS device, the standard OS driver will be used, so there is no need to install dedicated software.

CAUTION

Before starting to install software, quit other applications.

Installing the Windows software

CAUTION

•Complete installation of the Windows software on the computer before connecting the unit to it with the USB cable.

•If you already connected the unit to the computer using the USB cable before installing the Windows software and the Found New Hardware Wizard launched, close the message and disconnect the USB cable.

88 Windows software installation procedures

1.Download the latest Windows software for the operating system you are using from the TEAC Global Site (https://teac-global.com/) and save it on the computer to be used with the unit.

2.Open the saved Windows software (zip file) on, for example, the computer desktop.

3.Double-click the “TASCAM_MiNiSTUDIO_ Installer_XXX.exe” (XXX is the version number) file in the folder that appears after uncompression to automatically launch the installation software.

4.When a “Security Warning” or “User Account Control” screens appear, click the “Yes” button.

5.When the InstallShield Wizard screen appears, click the “Next” button.