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1 – Introduction—About this manual10 TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manualoperations that you would typically carry out with an analog console (EQ settings, a
13 – Library functions—Managing library entries100 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualIf the currently-selected entry is read-only (the inverse R is shown),
13 – Library functions—Managing library entries TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 1013 Use POD 4 to scroll through the list of entries in the library.4 Pr
13 – Library functions—Libraries—snapshots102 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualLibraries—snapshotsThere are a few items regarding the snapshot library whi
13 – Library functions—Libraries—effects TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 103Libraries—effectsWhen the internal effect library is selected, the screen di
13 – Library functions—Libraries—dynamics processors104 TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manualeffect is stored, and cannot be changed or edited in any way.See
13 – Library functions—Libraries—EQ TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 105Preset dynamics entries—gatesTwo noise gates are provided as starting points for
13 – Library functions—Libraries—EQ106 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualPreset EQ entriesThe following are provided for use, and also as start-ing points
TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 10714 – Surround operationsIn addition to normal stereo operations, the DM-24 is also capable of producing surround mix
14 – Surround operations—Assigning modules108 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualSelecting a buss patternThe surround buss assignments below each surround m
14 – Surround operations—“Pan” controls TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 109The screen below shows the 3 + 1 surround assign-ment settings.The following
1 – Introduction—Word clock issues TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 11Word clock issuesThe “word clock” in a digital audio system is the tim-ing informat
14 – Surround operations—“Pan” controls110 TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manualtings—each module’s (or channel’s) position in the surround image is set indep
14 – Surround operations—“Pan” controls TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 111nels), 1-8, 9-16, 17-24, 25-32 (blocks of eight channels).3 Use POD 1 to set
112 TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual15 – High sampling frequencyThe way in which the DM-24 operates in high sam-pling frequency mode (88.2k and 96k) is s
15 – High sampling frequency—Channels, etc. TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 113DUAL-LINE is a “parallel” method, in which a pair of AES/EBU cables send
15 – High sampling frequency—Channels, etc.114 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualHigh sampling frequency I/OThe following explains how the I/O assignments
15 – High sampling frequency—Monitoring TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 115MonitoringThe monitoring system in this mode is very similar to the normal mo
15 – High sampling frequency—Grouping116 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualGroupingMute and fader groups are displayed also slightly dif-ferently on accoun
15 – High sampling frequency—Other screens TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 117Other screensThroughout the operation of the DM-24, whenever a normal samp
118 TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual16 – OptionsThe DM-24 can be expanded by means of cards (one or two) installed in the expansion slots.WARNINGRegardin
16 – Options—Cascade card TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 119Cascade cardThis card allows the connection of two DM-24 units to increase the number of ch
12 TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual2 – User interfaceScope of controlsThe DM-24 has three main types of control screen: system screens, which control par
16 – Options—Cascade card120 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualTypically, monitoring and stereo outputs should be connected to the cascade master, but ther
16 – Options—TDIF-1 card TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 121High sampling frequency considerationsNOTEWhen cascading, all units must either be in high s
16 – Options—AES3 card122 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualAES3 cardThis card allows for the connection of up to four AES input and four output lines.In n
16 – Options—AD/DA card TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 123The NORMAL option is not available for either input or output in this mode.AES/EBU is the onl
124 TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual17 – SpecificationsThis section provides technical information about the DM-24.Analog audio I/OAll specifications are
17 – Specifications—Digital audio I/O TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 125Digital audio I/OMiscellaneous I/O connectionsDIGITAL INPUTS (1, 2)2 x XLR-type
17 – Specifications—Equalization126 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualEqualizationAll filters are fitted with “gain flat” switchesSystem performancePhysica
17 – Specifications—Dimensional drawing TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 127Dimensional drawingMessages and troubleshootingThis provides a list of the me
17 – Specifications—Messages and troubleshooting128 TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual✖95% of automation memory has been used.Please back up automation dat
17 – Specifications—Messages and troubleshooting TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 129✖Can’t do MIDI Bulk Loadwith timecode runningShown if an attempt is
2 – User interface—Scope of controls TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 135 Use the cursor keys, the soft keys and the PODs to make changes to the module’s
17 – Specifications—Messages and troubleshooting130 TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual✔Clear all current automation data?Press ENTER to confirm,or a cursor
17 – Specifications—Messages and troubleshooting TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 131✖Digital input X: Fs convert OnCan’t select Master Clock.Press ENTER
17 – Specifications—Messages and troubleshooting132 TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual●LOCATE TIME 000 : 00 : 00.00 ABSThe popup that appears when a locati
17 – Specifications—Messages and troubleshooting TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 133✔OK to overwrite Automation Bank01?Press ENTER to confirm,or a curso
17 – Specifications—Messages and troubleshooting134 TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual✔Recall Automation Bank01?Current data will be erased.Press ENTER to
17 – Specifications—Messages and troubleshooting TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 135✔Signal Info: Digital out1Format: AES/EBUContents: AudioEmphasis: No
17 – Specifications—Messages and troubleshooting136 TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual✔Signal Info: WordNew clock source is out of range,Master clock is un
17 – Specifications—Messages and troubleshooting TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 137✔There are no copy parametersPress ENTER to continue.Shown when an a
17 – Specifications—Block diagram (normal sampling frequency)138 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualBlock diagram (normal sampling frequency)AUX5SLOTDIRECTM
17 – Specifications—Block diagram (high sampling frequency) TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 139Block diagram (high sampling frequency)SLOTDIRECTMUTE/SOL
2 – User interface—Scope of controls14 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualOther ways of changing valuesThe JOG/DATA dial can also be used to change paramete
17 – Specifications—Level diagram140 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualLevel diagram+20+10 0-10-20-30-40-50-60-70+20+10 0-10-20-30-40-50-60-70+20+10
Index A - D TASCAM DM-24 Index - 141Aaccelerating the PODs 13AD/DA card 123ADAT 25, 34, 34, 36, 37, 42, 47, 118, 121ADAT connections 25, 36–37, 47, 1
Index E - GIndex - 142 TASCAM DM-24units 59digital input format 26digital input parameters 26digital inputs 35, 35, 35, 36, 36, 39, 39digital inputs
Index H - M TASCAM DM-24 Index - 143Hheadphones 30, 32high sampling frequency 25, 25, 26, 112, 114, 121, 121,122high-speed (definition) 113hysteresis
Index N - SIndex - 144 TASCAM DM-24monitor outputs (CR (BAL)) 29monitoring 73, 107, 115, 115assignments 73monitor selection keys 32mono 61surround pa
Index T - W TASCAM DM-24 Index - 145panning 109sub channel 107surround assignments 108surround modes 107surround operations 107synchronization and co
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2 – User interface—Rotary encoders (ring LEDs) TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 15Soft keysAt the bottom of a display screen, there may be some “tabs” di
2 – User interface—Rotary encoders (ring LEDs)16 TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual• EQ gain controls, where the gain of the four EQ bands is adjusted usin
2 – User interface—Rotary encoders (ring LEDs) TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 17filter mode). Low Q values affect a wide portion of the spectrum, as sh
2 – User interface—Fader layers18 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualWhen two aux channels are linked together, the encoders work in a slightly different wa
2 – User interface—Automation keys TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 19undo/redo function of the library. This key is the 2ND F. key (above and to the lef
2 TASCAM DM-24Important Safety PrecautionsIMPORTANT (for U.K. Customers)DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment.If the plug fitted is not s
20 TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual3 – System-wide optionsThe DM-24 provides a number of options which con-trol the overall functionality of the console.
3 – System-wide options—OPTION screen TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 21(MIC/LINE or INPUT) is selected, they act as overload indicators when the input
3 – System-wide options—OPTION screen22 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualFor example, if this option is active, and SEL 2 key is lit with fader layer 1-16
3 – System-wide options—OPTION screen TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 23SOLO TYPE There are three options that may be selected here: PFL (pre-fader list
3 – System-wide options—DIGITAL screens24 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualMIDI IN MTC This refers to any MIDI Timecode received at the MIDI IN jack. If t
3 – System-wide options—DIGITAL screens TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 25A popup appears with an unlocked indication and an error message. If this happ
3 – System-wide options—DIGITAL screens26 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualOut of range clock signalsWhen setting the clock, the sampling frequency receiv
3 – System-wide options—DIGITAL screens TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 27SLOT screenOn the slot screen, the different optional interface cards that can
28 TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual4 – Parts of the DM-24This section is divided into what we hope is a func-tional and logical order to help locate and
4 – Parts of the DM-24—Top surface TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 29Analog module inputsThese inputs typically feed the first sixteen input channels, b
TASCAM DM-24 3CAUTION:…Read all of these Instructions.…Save these Instructions for later use.…Follow all Warnings and Instructions marked on the aud
4 – Parts of the DM-24—Top surface30 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualB ASSIGNABLE SENDS These balanced 1/4” jacks (–2dBu) are used either as insert sends
4 – Parts of the DM-24—Top surface TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 31P STORE key This key stores the current set-tings to the currently-selected library
4 – Parts of the DM-24—Top surface32 TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manuala ENTER key Use this key to confirm entries and to answer “yes” to questions (the cu
4 – Parts of the DM-24—Top surface TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 33Module faders and selection, etc.The module faders are arranged in layers (see “Fad
4 – Parts of the DM-24—Rear panel34 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualS Automation control keys and indicators These keys (REHEARSE, WRITE, TRIM and REVER
4 – Parts of the DM-24—Rear panel TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 354 TDIF [1, 2 3] These 25-pin ‘D’-sub connec-tors are used for the connection of suit
36 TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual5 – Setting up the I/OBecause the DM-24 is a “soft” digital mixing con-sole, there are few of the hard-wired assignmen
5 – Setting up the I/O—Output signals TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 37Output signalsThe following are the signals output from the DM-24 (excluding the
5 – Setting up the I/O—Assigning inputs to channels38 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualAssigning inputs to channelsThe I/O screens control the input/outpu
5 – Setting up the I/O—Assigning inputs to channels TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 39Return modulesReturn sources are available for channels 1 through
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5 – Setting up the I/O—Channel-to-buss assignments (global)40 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualThe inputs are chosen in a similar way to the input/return
5 – Setting up the I/O—Channel-to-buss assignments (global) TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 41(STEREO to AUX1-2 is assigned. or AUX1-2 to STEREO is assi
5 – Setting up the I/O—Output assignments42 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualOutput assignmentsThe buss settings and the aux sends 1 through 4 may be rout
5 – Setting up the I/O—Assignable sends and returns TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 43Assignable sends and returnsThe four sets of analog I/O connectors
44 TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual6 – HookupThis section explains how to connect the DM-24 to other equipment, dividing the connections into ana-log, di
6 – Hookup—Analog connections TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 45The way in which these inputs are used by the chan-nel modules is described in “Setting
6 – Hookup—Digital connections46 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualDigital connectionsThe digital audio connections mentioned here refer to the standard (n
6 – Hookup—Synchronization and control connections TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 47ADAT connectionsUse two TOSLINK-type fiber cables to connect the AD
6 – Hookup—Synchronization and control connections48 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualWord sync clock connectionsNOTEIn every digital audio setup, there m
TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 497 – Module operationsThe DM-24’s modules are controlled by a series of screens which allow the viewing and control of
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7 – Module operations—Common area indicators and controls50 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualCommon area indicators and controlsIn addition to the paramet
7 – Module operations—Common area indicators and controls TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 51Other common controls and displaysDigital trim and pan There
7 – Module operations—Common area indicators and controls52 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualENTER), the CENTER button described above will be disabled (g
7 – Module operations—Dynamics screen TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 53Dynamics screenIn this screen, the dynamics processor functions of the modules c
7 – Module operations—EQ54 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualEQThe principles of the EQ interface using the encoders are also explained in the section on “
7 – Module operations—Aux sends TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 55Low-mid band The low-mid band can be set as either a peaking or a notch filter.Low ban
7 – Module operations—Aux sends56 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualIf they are not linked, a screen similar to the follow-ing appears:Using the cursor key
7 – Module operations—Setup screen TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 57NOTEThe appropriate preference must be set for the SEL keys to be used in this way
7 – Module operations—Setup screen58 TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual32 have slightly different screens, reflecting the dif-ferent configuration:Channels
7 – Module operations—Digital trim and delay (global) TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 59Channel delay is only possible on modules 1 through 24. See also
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7 – Module operations—Linked modules60 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualUnit Change the delay units between samples (SP) and milliseconds (ms) using POD 3
7 – Module operations—Linked modules TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 61Stereo linking (global)There is a global screen which allows the viewing and sett
7 – Module operations—UTILITY copying62 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualUTILITY copyingThis screen allows the aux send levels and pan set-tings for a gro
TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 638 – Dynamics processorsThe DM-24 includes dynamics processors, which may be assigned as required throughout the mixin
8 – Dynamics processors—DYNAMICS (channels 17–32)64 TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual“Master” settingsThe “master” settings for channels 1 through 16, aff
8 – Dynamics processors—DYNAMICS (master channels) TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 65DYNAMICS (master channels)The screen accessed by the DYNAMICS key w
8 – Dynamics processors—Dynamics diagram66 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualDynamics diagramThe following display provides a graphical represen-tation of
8 – Dynamics processors—Compressors TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 67CompressorsThe 32 channel compressors and the six assignable output compressors al
8 – Dynamics processors—Preset library entries68 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualGates/Expanders011Vocal 2Use with vocal lines012Total Comp 1Overall comp
TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 699 – GroupingTheDM-24 provides the ability to group channels in either fader or mute groups or both.Note the following
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9 – Grouping—Fader groups70 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualIf a channel has already been assigned to a group as a master, pressing the SEL key clears th
9 – Grouping—Grouping layers TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 71ing the SEL key to turn the channel into a slave chan-nel brings up a warning message (Re
9 – Grouping—Grouping layers72 TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manuala bullet mark added by its number when a subgroup is added (groups 6, 7 and 8 in the examp
TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 7310 – MonitoringThe DM-24 contains a sophisticated monitoring sys-tem which allows different mixes to be set up in the
10 – Monitoring—Studio monitoring74 TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manualthe playback from an analog mastering recorder con-nected to the DM-24.The setting of
10 – Monitoring—Soloing TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 75Studio monitoring volumeThe volume of the studio monitoring outputs is set on the same screen
10 – Monitoring—Dimming and talkback76 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualDepending on the solo type selected, the SOLO key (above the STEREO fader) and the
10 – Monitoring—Slate settings TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 77pressed and released quickly, they are latching, but if pressed and held, they are non-
10 – Monitoring—Meters and faders78 TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual24 channels or a screen with channels 25 through 32, aux sends 1 through 6 and busses
10 – Monitoring—Meters and faders TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 79Channel fadersIt is sometimes useful (for instance, in automation) to have a view of
8 TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual1 – IntroductionThe DM-24 digital mixing console is designed to provide you with superlative audio quality in today’s d
80 TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual11 – Machine Control/LocationThe DM-24 is capable of acting as a remote control unit for a wide variety of external de
11 – Machine Control/Location—Selecting devices for control TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 81When an entry in the Machine Control List is high-lighted
11 – Machine Control/Location—Selecting devices for control82 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualTRA This two parameter allows the transport con-trols of t
11 – Machine Control/Location—General parameters TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 83To use a machine control mappingOf course, at least one machine contr
11 – Machine Control/Location—General parameters84 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualEach of these libraries must use a separate MIDI channel. A popup mess
11 – Machine Control/Location—Location memories TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 85Play ModeThis function determines the way in which the PLAY key works
11 – Machine Control/Location—Location memories86 TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manualbe shown on the display when location memories are being edited, etc.St
11 – Machine Control/Location—External control TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 87Viewing a list of location memoriesTo view a popup list of all the loca
11 – Machine Control/Location—DTRS devices88 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualPress the EXT CTRL key (SHIFT indicator should not be lit) to bring up the m
11 – Machine Control/Location—DTRS devices TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 89be carried out easily from the DM-24. Consult the documentation of your DTR
1 – Introduction—Supplied accessories TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 9Supplied accessoriesAs well as the documentation supplied with the DM-24, you sho
11 – Machine Control/Location—DTRS devices90 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualDTRS mixerIn addition to the screen just described, there is an on-screen ou
11 – Machine Control/Location—DTRS devices TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 91DA-78HRThis is very similar to the DA-98HR settings dis-played above, excep
11 – Machine Control/Location—DTRS devices92 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualDA-38The DA-38 does not include quite so many options as the DA-98.Input mon
11 – Machine Control/Location—MIDI controllers TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 93MIDI controllersThe PODs of the DM-24 can be used to send MIDI Control
11 – Machine Control/Location—MIDI faders94 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualThe MIDI faders may be used to control the follow-ing settings:No. Control Fu
TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 9512 – MIDIThe DM-24 can be used for control of MIDI devices, as well as being controlled by them.In the section on mac
12 – MIDI—Updating the system software96 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualAt the end of the dump, the popup display shows Done! and then disappears from t
12 – MIDI—Control Change messages to and from the DM-24 TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 97To access this facility, use the CTRL. CHANGE (Control Change)
12 – MIDI—MIDI Implementation Chart98 TASCAM DM-24 Reference ManualMIDI Implementation ChartTEAC [Digital Mixer] DATE : 25 June, :2001Model:DM-24 MIDI
TASCAM DM-24 Reference Manual 9913 – Library functionsThe DM-24 allows storage of commonly-used set-tings in libraries.The settings that can be store
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