D01236020D
US-2x2
US-4x4
USB Audio/MIDI Interface
REFERENCE MANUAL
Before connecting this unit to a computer, you must download and install dedicated software on the computer.
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1 – Introduction
Features
Conventions used in this manual
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24-bit/96kHz audio interface
The following conventions are used in this manual.
Multiple1 analog signals (L/R) can be input simultaneously
and output to a computer by USB at the same time
Buttons, connectors and other physical parts of this unit are
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written using a bold font like this: PHONES knob.
Multiple XLR mic inputs (balanced2) and standard phone
Information shown on the computer display is written like
this “OK”.
Additional information is provided as necessary as tips,
notes and cautions.
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jack inputs (balanced3/unbalanced4)
Electric guitars and basses, for example, can be connected
to the standard phone jack inputs when the MIC/LINE INST
switch is set to INST (instrument input)5
TIP
Balanced stereo line6 and headphone7 outputs
MIDI IN and OUT connectors
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These are tips about how to use the unit.
Direct monitoring function allows input monitoring with
low latency
USB port (USB-B type, USB 2.0 standard)
Use the included USB cable to connect the unit to a
computer. To connect to an iOS device, use a Lightning to
USB Camera Adapter made by Apple Inc.
NOTE
These provide additional explanations and describe special
cases.
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CAUTION
Failure to follow these instructions could result in injury,
damage to equipment or lost recording data, for example.
CAUTION
When using a US-2x2 that is connected to a computer, it will
operate using USB bus power.
However, the power supply will be insufficient when using
the unit connected to an iOS device by USB, so you will need
to purchase a separate AC adapter designed for use with
this unit (TASCAM PS-P520, DC5V). (When using a US-4x4,
always connect the included AC adapter.)
A driver is included for use with Windows computers, and a
Settings panel application is included for use with Macs
DAW software included (SONAR LE, Cubase LE)
SONAR LE only supports Windows computers.
Cubase LE supports both Windows and Mac computers
Using the TEAC Global Site
You can download this Reference Manual and the Owner’s
Manual necessary for this unit from the TEAC Global Site (http://
teac-global.com/).
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1. Open the TEAC Global Site (http://teac-global.com/).
2. In the TASCAM Downloads section, click the desired
language to open the Downloads website page for that
language.
NOTE
If the desired language does not appear, click Other
1US-2x2: 2 inputs, US-4x4: 4 inputs
2XLR-3-31 equivalent
Languages.
3. Click the product name in the “Search by Model Name”
section to open the Downloads page for that product.
US-2x2: 2 inputs, US-4x4: 4 inputs
The US-2x2 has XLR/TRS combo jacks
3Standard 6.3mm (1/4") TRS stereo jack
(MIC/LINE INST switch set to MIC/LINE)
US-2x2: 2 inputs, US-4x4: 4 inputs
4Standard 6.3mm (1/4") TRS stereo jack
(MIC/LINE INST switch set to INST)
US-2x2/US-4x4: both 2 inputs
4. Select and download the Owner’s Manual that are needed.
5Only IN1-IN2 on the US-4x4
6Standard 6.3mm (1/4") TRS stereo jack
US-2x2: 2 outputs, US-4x4: 4 outputs
7Standard 6.3mm (1/4") stereo jack
US-2x2: 1 output, US-4x4: 2 outputs
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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
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2 – Names and functions of parts
Front panel
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US-4x4 front panel
US-2x2 front panel
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Do not supply phantom power to an unbalanced dynamic
mic.
Supplying phantom power to some ribbon mics will break
them. If you are unsure, do not supply phantom power to a
ribbon mic.
If you connect this unit to a laptop computer that is running
on battery power and set the phantom power switch to
+48V, the computer battery charge will be consumed more
quickly.
1SIG indicators
The SIG indicators light green when signals (of at least −32
dBFS) are input through the IN1/IN2 jacks (and US-4x4 IN3/
IN4 jacks).
2PEAK indicators
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The PEAK indicators light red when signals that are about
to distort (−1 dBFS or higher) are input through the IN1/IN2
jacks (and US-4x4 IN3/IN4 jacks).
3GAIN knobs
8IN1/IN2 (BALANCED/UNBALANCED) jacks
Use to adjust the input levels of the IN1/IN2 jacks (and
These input jacks are XLR/TRS combo jacks on the US-2x2
and separate XLR and standard TRS jacks on the US-4x4.
Use the MIC/LINE INST switches on the front of the unit to
enable balanced line (MIC/LINE) input or unbalanced (INST)
input for the standard TRS jacks.
US-4x4 IN3/IN4 jacks).
Adjust these so that the PEAK indicators do not light red.
4USB indicator
This lights when the USB connection is working.
When directly connecting a guitar, bass or other instrument,
set the MIC/LINE INST switch to INST.
5LINE OUT knob
Use to adjust the output level of the LINE OUT 1-2 jacks.
9IN3/IN4 (BALANCED) jacks
6PHONES knob
These XLR analog mic input and standard line level TRS jacks
are balanced input jacks.
Use to adjust the output level of the PHONES jack ( 1 and
2 jacks on US-4x4).
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CAUTION
On the US-4x4, the IN1-IN4 (8, 9) inputs each have two
jacks (XLR and TRS). Do not input signals through both
jacks of the same input at the same time. If signals are
input through both at the same time, neither signal will be
received properly.
Before connecting headphones, minimize the volume with
the PHONES knob. Failure to do so might cause sudden loud
noises, which could harm your hearing or result in other
trouble.
7Phantom power switch/indicator
0MIC/LINE INST switches
Use this switch to provide +48V phantom power to the IN1/
Set according to the IN1/IN2 jack input sources.
IN2 jacks (and US-4x4 IN3/IN4 jacks).
Set to MIC/LINE when connecting electronic instruments,
audio devices, mics and similar equipment.
Set to INST when connecting an electric guitar, electric bass
or other equipment with high output impedance.
The indicator lights when the phantom power switch is set
to +48V.
CAUTION
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Set the LINE OUT and PHONES knobs to their minimum
values before changing the phantom power setting.
Depending on the connected mics, sudden loud noises from
monitoring equipment could occur, and this could damage
the equipment or harm hearing.
The phantom power switch changes the setting for both
US-2x2 input channels (all four US-4x4 input channels)
simultaneously.
Do not connect or disconnect mics when the phantom
power switch is set to +48V.
Set the phantom power switch to +48V only when using a
condenser microphone that requires phantom power.
Turning phantom power +48V when a dynamic mic or other
mic that does not require it is connected could damage this
unit and connected equipment.
qMONITOR BALANCE knob
When recording input signals, use this to adjust the
monitoring balance between the signals from this unit's
input jacks and from the computer.
The volume of signals input through this unit's input jacks
increase the more the MONITOR BALANCE knob is set
to the left (INPUT) and signals output from the computer
increase the more this is set to the right (COMPUTER).
This knob does not affect the recording level of input
signals.
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2 – Names and functions of parts
NOTE
wPHONES jack
Use this standard stereo phone jack to connect stereo
headphones( 1 and 2 jacks on US-4x4). Each of these
jacks outputs the same signal as the LINE OUT 1–2 jacks.
Use an adapter to connect headphones with a mini plug.
The same signals are output from both the 1 and 2 jacks
of the US-4x4.
Rear panel
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US-4x4 rear panel
US-2x2 rear panel
eLINE OUT (BALANCED) jacks
These standard TRS jacks are analog line outputs.
uDC IN 5V connector (US-2x2 only)
To use this unit when connected to an iOS device, connect a
DC5V TASCAM PS-P520 adapter here (sold separately).
The signals output from the LINE OUT 1–2 jacks (1–4 jacks
on US-4x4) can be set in the Settings Panel. For details, see
NOTE
When using a US-2x2 that is connected to a computer, it will
receive power from the computer's USB port, so a dedicated
AC adapter (sold separately) should not be necessary.
rMIDI OUT connector
This 5-pin DIN is a standard MIDI output connector.
This outputs MIDI signals.
Depending on the computer, however, the USB port might
not be able to supply enough power to operate the unit.
In this case, use a dedicated AC adapter (sold separately).
tMIDI IN connector
This 5-pin DIN is a standard MIDI input connector.
Use this to input MIDI signals.
iDC IN 12V connector (US-4x4 only)
Connect the included DC12V AC adapter (GPE248-120200-Z)
here.
yUSB port
Use the included USB cable to connect the unit to a
computer.
(Supports USB 2.0.)
CAUTION
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When using a US-2x2 that is 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.
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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.
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3 – Installation
System requirements
Installing the dedicated software
For the latest information about supported operating systems,
To use this unit with a computer, dedicated software must be
installed on the computer.
The dedicated software might be updated at any time.
Download the latest software for the operating system you are
i To use this unit with a Windows computer, install the
included driver. When you install the driver, a Settings Panel
application will be installed at the same time.
i To use this unit with a Mac, install the Settings Panel appli-
cation. The standard OS driver will be used.
i When using this unit with an iOS device, the standard OS
driver will be used, so there is no need to install dedicated
software.
Windows
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Supported operating systems
Windows 8 (including 8.1) 32-bit
Windows 8 (including 8.1) 64-bit
Windows 7 32-bit SP1 or later
Windows 7 64-bit SP1 or later
(Windows Vista and Windows XP are not supported)
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Computer hardware requirements
CAUTION
Windows computer with a USB 2.0 port
Before starting to install software, quit other applications.
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CPU/processor speed
2 GHz or faster dual core processor (x86)
Installing the dedicated driver for Windows
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Memory
NOTE
2 GB or more
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Complete installation of the driver on the computer before
connecting the unit to it with the USB cable.
CAUTION
Operation of this unit was confirmed using standard
computers that meet the above requirements. This does
not guarantee operation with all computers that meet the
above requirements. Even computers that meet the same
system requirements might have processing capabilities
that differ according to their settings and other operating
conditions
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If you already connected the unit to the computer using the
USB cable, and the Found New Hardware Wizard launched,
close the Wizard and disconnect the USB cable.
When you install the Windows driver, the Settings Panel is
also installed at the same time.
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Driver installation procedures
1. Download the latest driver for the operating system you are
and save it on the computer to be used with the unit.
2. Uncompress the saved driver (zip file) on the computer
desktop or another location.
3. When uncompressed, separate folders are created for 32-bit
and 64-bit versions. To launch the installer software, double-
click the “US-2x2_US-4x4_ InstallerXX.exe”exe file (“XX”is the
number of bits) that is suitable for the OS being used.
Mac OS X
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Supported operating systems
OS X Yosemite (10.10 or later)
OS X Mavericks (10.9.1 or later)
OS X Mountain Lion (10.8.4 or later)
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Computer hardware requirements
Apple Macintosh computer with a USB 2.0 port
CAUTION
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CPU/processor speed
If you open a zip file without decompressing it and double-
click the “US-2x2_US-4x4_Installer.exe” file in the folder that
opens, installation will not start. Right-click the zip file and
select “Extract All”, for example, to decompress it and then
try again.
2 GHz or faster dual core processor
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Memory
2 GB or more
4. When a “Security Warning”or “User Account Control”screens
appear, click the “Run”or “Yes”button.
5. Next, select the desired language and click the “OK”button.
Apple iOS devices
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Supported operating systems
iOS 7 or later
Supported audio drivers
Windows: ASIO2.0, WDM, MIDI
Mac: Core Audio, Core MIDI
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3 – Installation
6. Click the “Next”button when the screen below appears.
Installing the Mac OS X Settings Panel
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Before starting to install the Settings Panel, quit other appli-
cations.
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During driver installation a warning message like this might
appear: “US-2x2_US-4x4 Installer.dmg” can't be opened
because it was not downloaded from the Mac App Store.
If a message like this appears, follow the instructions in
“Working with Gatekeeper” on page 8 and then proceed
with the installation.
7. Read the contents of the License Agreement, and select
“I accept the terms in the license agreement”if you agree to
the terms.
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Settings Panel installation procedures
1. Download the latest software for the operating system you
are using from the TEAC Global Site (http://teac-global.
com/) and save it on the computer to be used with the unit.
Then, click the “Next”button.
2. Double-click “US-2x2_US-4x4 Installer.dmg”, which is the
saved disk image file for the Settings Panel, and double-click
“US-2x2_US-4x4 Installer.pkg”inside the folder that opens.
8. Next, click the “Install”button to start installation.
NOTE
Depending on the computer’s settings, the downloaded zip
file might not have opened automatically. In this case, open
the zip file first and then double-click the disk image file.
3. When the installer starts, click the “Continue”button.
9. The following screen appears when installation has
completed.
Click the “Finish”button.
4. Next, select the desired language and click the “Continue”
button.
CAUTION
After installing the driver software, device driver installation
will be completed the first time the unit is connected to the
computer by USB. At this time, Windows will automatically
search Windows Update, so it might take some time before
the computer recognizes that the unit is connected. If the
computer still does not recognize the unit after some time,
open the software installer screen from the notification
area at the bottom right of the computer display. Click “Skip
obtaining driver software from Windows Update.” to stop
the search.
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3 – Installation
5. Click the “Read License”button and check the contents
of the Software License Agreement. If you agree to the
contents of the license, click “Agree”.
Working with Gatekeeper
When using Mac OS X, depending on the Gatekeeper security
function setting, a warning message might appear during
installation.
Then, click the “Next”button.
The solution depends on the warning message shown.
See the following explanations for details.
i When the Gatekeeper setting is “Allow applications
downloaded from: the Mac App Store”
The following security warning might be shown: “US-2x2_
US-4x4 Installer.dmg”can't be opened because it was not
downloaded from the Mac App Store."
6. Next, click the “Install”button to start installation.
In this case, click the OK button to close the message. Then,
control-click (or right-click) the file and click “Open”.
Click the “Open”button if the following security warning
message appears: “US-2x2_US-4x4 Installer.dmg”can't be
opened because it was not downloaded from the Mac App
Store. Are you sure you want to open it?"
7. The following screen appears when installation has
completed.
Click the “Close”button.
This warning message might also appear when the
Gatekeeper setting is something other than “Allow applica-
tions downloaded from: the Mac App Store”.
The security warning message “US-2x2_US-4x4 Installer.dmg”
can't be opened because it was not downloaded from the
Mac App Store." could appear again, and you might not be
able to open the file.
In this case, copy the file from the folder where it is to the
desktop or another folder, and then open it. Alternatively,
change the Gatekeeper settings to “Allow applications
downloaded from: the Mac App Store and identified devel-
opers”and try opening it again.
i When the Gatekeeper setting is not “Allow applications
downloaded from: the Mac App Store”
‘“US-2x2_US-4x4 Installer.dmg”is an application downloaded
from the Internet. Are you sure you want to open it?”might
appear as a security warning message. In this case, click the
“Open”button.
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3 – Installation
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Changing the Gatekeeper setting
4. When the “Remove that Program”screen opens, click the
“Remove”button.
The Gatekeeper setting can be changed using the “Allow
applications downloaded from:”item on the “General”page
of the “Security & Privacy”pane of the System Preferences.
To change this, you must click the lock icon ( ) at the bottom
left and enter a password to unlock the settings.
5. The following screen appears when uninstallation has
completed.
Click the “Finish”button.
This setting will lock again when you click the “Show All”
button at the top left of the window to close the open pane
or when you quit the System Preferences by, for example,
clicking the round button at the top left corner of the
window ( ) or typing command-Q.
CAUTION
Changing the Gatekeeper settings could result in security
risks.
Installing the Mac OS X Settings Panel
Delete “US-2x2_US-4x4_Settings Panel”from the Applications
folder to complete uninstallation.
If you changed the Gatekeeper setting to decrease security
(use one of the lower settings), set it back to the original
setting after updating the software and/or firmware. (When
installing a firmware update immediately after software, do
this after installing the firmware update.)
Uninstalling the dedicated software
NOTE
Normally, there is no need to uninstall the dedicated
software. Follow these procedures if a problem occurs or
you no longer intend to use the unit with the computer.
Uninstalling the dedicated driver for
Windows
1. Double-click the “US-2x2_US-4x4_Installer.exe”file used
for installation. When a “Security Warning”or “User Account
Control”screen appears, click the “Run”or “Yes”button.
2. Next, the Installshield Wizard will launch.
Click the “Next”button.
3. When the “Program Maintenance”screen opens, select
“Remove”and click the “Next”button.
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4 – Preparation
Changing the outlet plug (US-4x4 only)
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Connecting the power
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US-4x4
Connect the power to the US-4x4 as shown below.
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* The AC adapter for the US-4x4 includes two types of outlet
plugs. Attach the type of plug that matches the power
outlet that you are using.
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1Move the latch on the AC adapter in the direction of the
Power outlet
arrow.
2Pull off the outlet plug.
3Replace it with the other outlet plug (A or B).
DC plug
GPE248-120200-Z (included)
4Move the latch on the AC adapter in the direction of the
arrow again.
5Attach the outlet plug to the AC adapter.
This completes changing the outlet plug.
After changing the outlet plug, confirm that is not loose or
crooked and that everything is normal before plugging it
into an outlet
CAUTION
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US-2x2
Do not use the adapter if there is anything abnormal about
the plug after changing it. Use when the plug is abnormal
could cause fire or electric shock. Contact the retailer where
you purchased the unit or a TEAC service center (on the back
cover) to request repair.
Normally, when a US-2x2 is connected to a computer, it will
operate using USB bus power, so a separate power supply is
not necessary. However, when using the unit connected to
an iOS device or when not using USB bus power, a separate
AC adapter designed for use with this unit (TASCAM
PS-P520, DC5V) is necessary. In this case, connect the power
source to the unit as shown below.
Power outlet
TASCAM PS-P520
(sold separately)
DC plug
CAUTION
Always use the AC adapter designed for use with the unit:
GPE248-120200-Z for the US-4x4 or TASCAM PS-P520 for the
US-2x2.
Using a different AC adapter could cause malfunction,
overheating, fire or other problems.
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5 – Connections
Connecting other equipment
Audio connections
This is an example of US-4x4 connections.
Analog audio signals input into this device from mics, guitars,
keyboards and other audio equipment can be converted into
digital signals and transmitted to the computer via USB. In
addition, by connecting speakers (through an amplifier if not
powered) or headphones to this unit, you can monitor audio
signals that are input to this unit and output from the computer.
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Precautions before making connections
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Carefully read the operation manuals of the devices to be
connected and then connect them correctly.
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Before making connections, turn this unit and all
equipment to be connected off (standby).
If possible, install all connected devices so that they are
powered from the same AC power supply line. When using
a power strip or similar device, be sure to use one that
has high current capacity in order to minimize voltage
fluctuations in the AC power supply.
CAUTION
Before connecting audio equipment, set the GAIN, LINE
OUT and PHONES knobs 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.
Microphones
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Dynamic mics
Connect these to the IN1/IN2 jacks (and US-4x4 IN3/IN4
jacks) on the front of the unit
Condenser mics
Headphones
Guitar
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When using condenser mics that require phantom power,
connect them to the IN1/IN2 jacks (and US-4x4 IN3/IN4
jacks) on the front of the unit, and set the phantom power
switch to +48V.
When the phantom power switch is set to +48V, the phantom
power indicator on the front of the unit lights.
Vocal mic
Bass Guitar
Vocal mic
CAUTION
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The phantom power switch changes the setting for both
US-2x2 input channels (all four US-4x4 input channels)
simultaneously. Do not turn phantom power +48V when
connecting a mic that does not require phantom power.
Examples of connections to a US-4x4 (front)
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Do not connect or disconnect mics while phantom power is
+48V. Doing so could cause a loud noise and might damage
this unit and connected equipment.
Set the LINE OUT and PHONES knobs to their minimum
values before turning phantom power +48V/OFF.
Depending on the connected mics, sudden loud noises from
monitoring equipment could occur, and this could damage
the equipment or harm hearing.
USB-B plug
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Turning phantom power +48V when a dynamic mic or other
mic that does not require it is connected could damage this
unit and connected equipment.
Supplying phantom power to some ribbon mics will break
them. If you are unsure, do not supply phantom power to a
ribbon mic.
Powered monitor speakers
with balanced connections
Powered monitor speakers
Computer
Drum machine
Examples of connections to a US-4x4 (back)
Guitar
Computer connections
When connecting a guitar or bass guitar directly to this unit, use
the IN1 or IN2 jack on the front of the unit and set the MIC/LINE
INST switch for that jack to INST.
Use the included USB cable to connect the unit to a computer
USB 2.0/3.0 port. When the USB connection is working, the USB
indicator on the front of the unit lights.
Electronic instruments and other audio
equipment
When connecting an electronic instrument or other audio
equipment directly to this unit, use the IN1 and IN2 jacks on the
front of the unit and set their MIC/LINE INST switches to MIC/
LINE.
CAUTION
If you connect this unit to a computer via a USB hub, for
example, audio signal dropouts, clicking noises and other
interference could occur due to the influence of other USB
devices connected to that hub. For this reason, we strongly
recommend connecting this unit to a separate USB port.
Connecting USB keyboards and mice, however, to the same
bus should not be a problem.
Analog record players
The output of an analog record player cannot be connected
directly to this unit. To connect an analog record player to this
unit, a phono amp and equalizer (or an audio amplifier that has
phono input jacks) must be connected between them.
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5 – Connections
Monitor speakers
Connecting with iOS devices
Connect monitor speakers (powered speakers or an amplifier
and speaker system) to the LINE OUT 1-2 jacks on the back of
the unit.
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US-2x2
You will need a Lightning to USB Camera Adapter1 and an AC
Use the LINE OUT knob on the front of the unit to adjust the
speaker volume.
adapter2 (sold separately).
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US-4x4
Headphones
You will need a Lightning to USB Camera Adapter1.
Connect headphones to the PHONES jack (standard stereo) on
1You will need to prepare an Apple genuine Lightning to
USB Camera Adapter (sold separately.
the front of the unit.
2DC5V TASCAM PS-P520 AC adapter (sold separately)
NOTE
The same signals are output from both the 1 and 2 jacks
of the US-4x4.
CAUTION
Before connecting headphones, minimize the volume with
the PHONES knob. Failure to do so might cause sudden loud
noises, which could harm your hearing or result in other
trouble.
MIDI connections
Connect sound modules, keyboards, synthesizers, drum
machines and other MIDI devices to the unit in the following
manner.
i If you want to monitor sound from a MIDI device, connect its
outputs to this unit's LINE IN or use in external mixer.
i You can also use the MIDI IN and MIDI OUT connectors
on the back of the unit to send and receive MIDI timecode
(MTC). By doing this, you can use an application that
supports MTC to synchronize a multitrack recorder (MTR) and
MIDI devices.
CAUTION
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The MIDI IN and USB indicators might stay lit even after
the connected computer is shut down. This is because some
computers continue to provide power through USB cables
even after being shut down.
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The MIDI IN indicator lights when the unit is receiving MIDI
data through the MIDI IN connector. If you connect a device
that sends MIDI active sensing messages, this indicator will
blink constantly. In order to avoid this, disable MIDI active
sensing on the connected device.
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When using Windows Media Player, if the “Sound and Audio
Devices Properties” Control Panel “MIDI music playback
(default device)” is set to “Microsoft GS Wavetable SW
Synth”, you will not be able to hear MIDI performances
through this unit's LINE OUT [BALANCED] or PHONES
jacks.
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6 – Using the Settings Panel
Opening the Settings Panel
Settings Panel screen
You can use the Settings Panel to make settings for the various
functions of the unit.
Open the Settings Panel in the following manner.
1
2
3
4
8
Windows OS
•
Select the Settings Panel from “All Programs”or “All apps”
5
6
Windows 7
Start button All Programs q select “TASCAM US-2x2 &
US-4x4 Settings Panel”under TASCAM and opened the
Settings Panel.
Windows Settings Panel screen
Windows 8
In Windows 8, right-click the Start screen and click the “All
apps” button (in Windows 8.1, the â button that appears
4
5
1
2
at the bottom left of the Start screen) to open the Apps
screen. On this screen, click the “TASCAM US-2x2 & US-4x4
Settings Panel” item under “TASCAM” to open the Settings
Panel.
6
•
In Windows 8, select “TASCAM US-2x2 & US-4x4 Settings
Panel”on the Start screen to open the Settings Panel.
Mac Settings Panel screen
1Status display area
This shows the current status of the software.
NOTE
In Windows 8.1, the application is not automatically added
Item displayed
Driver Ver (Windows)
Panel Ver (Mac)
Device
Meaning
to the Start screen.
Open the Settings Panel from the Control Panel.
Windows 7
This is the software version.
•
This is the name of the
connected unit.
1. Click the Start button and select “Control Panel”to open
the Control Panel.
(“No Device”is shown when no
device is connected.)
This is the firmware version used
by the connected unit.
2. If the Control Panel is showing categories, set the “View
by:”item to “Large icons”or “Small icons”.
Firmware Version
(Nothing is shown when
no device is connected.)
Sample Rate
(Nothing is shown when
no device is connected.)
3. Select “TASCAM US-2x2 & US-4x4 Settings Panel”to open
the Settings Panel.
This shows the sampling
frequency.
i The sampling frequency can
only be set in the Windows
version.
Windows 8
In Windows 8, right-click the Start screen and click the “All apps”
button (or â button in Windows 8.1) that appears at the bottom
1.
right of the screen, and click “Control Panel”to open it.
Use the displayed value
pull-down menu to select the
frequency (44.1, 48, 88.2 or
96 kHz).
2. If the Control Panel is showing categories, set the “View
by:”item to “Large icons”or “Small icons”.
3. Select “TASCAM US-2x2 & US-4x4 Settings Panel”to open
the Settings Panel.
2Direct Monitor Settings
NOTE
Input 1-2 and Input 3-4 (US-4x4 only)
In Windows 8, you can also open the Control Panel by
clicking the Control Panel item in the menu that appears if
you right-click the bottom left corner of the desktop.
Set the monitoring signal for the IN1-IN2/IN3-IN4 jacks to
“Mono”or “Stereo”.
o
When set to “Mono”
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Mac OS X
Stereo signals sent to the computer remain unchanged,
but are output as mono signals from the LINE OUT
(BALANCED) and PHONES ( 1 and 2 jacks on US-4x4)
jacks.
•
Using the Finder, open the Applications folder and click
“TASCAM US-2x2 & US-4x4 Settings Panel”to open the
Settings Panel.
In the Audio Devices window of the Audio MIDI Setup
application, right-click (control-click) “US-2x2”or “US-4x4”
(or click the settings icon when the unit name is selected)
and click “Configure device…”to open the Settings Panel.
•
o
When set to “Stereo”
Stereo signals sent to the computer remain unchanged,
and are output as stereo signals from the LINE OUT
(BALANCED) and PHONES ( 1 and 2 jacks on US-4x4)
jacks.
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3Buffer Size item (Windows Only)
The driver for the unit stores the audio input and output
signals transferred to and from the computer temporarily in
a buffer.
This buffer size can be adjusted.
Smaller buffer sizes result in less audio signal delay (latency),
but require high-speed processing by the computer.
If the processing cannot keep up, for example, due to other
system operations, clicking and popping noises might occur
and the audio signal might even drop out.
Increasing the buffer size will stabilize operation and
suppress negative effects on audio signals, but the delay in
audio signals sent to the computer will increase.
You can use the slider on the panel to adjust the buffer size,
according to the use conditions.
Use the slider to select fixed values that increase from left to
right (64, 128, 256, 512, 1024 and 2048 samples).
4Audio Input items
Turn input on/off for each channel separately.
i Turn an input on by putting a check in its checkbox.
When an input is on, signals on that channel will be
input.
i Turn an input off by removing the check from its
checkbox . When an input is off, signals on that
channel will not be input.
5Line Outputs items
Line Output 1-2
i Select the signals output from the unit’s LINE OUT 1-2
and PHONES ( 1 and 2 jacks on US-4x4) jacks.
Line Output 3-4 (US-4x4 only)
i Select the signals output from the unit’s LINE OUT 3-4
jacks.
Options
“MONITOR”
The signals from the channels selected using the
Audio Input On/Off items and the signals sent from
the computer by USB are mixed using the MONITOR
BALANCE knob. This mix is output from the LINE OUT 1-2
and PHONES jacks.
NOTE
Set the MONITOR BALANCE knob all the way to the left
(INPUT) to monitor only the input channel signals and set it
all the way to the right (COMPUTER) to monitor only signals
output from the computer. At other positions, both signals
will be mixed.
“Computer 1-2”
Only the “Computer 1-2”signals sent from the computer
by USB are output from the LINE OUT [BALANCED] and
PHONES jacks.
”Computer 3-4 (US-4x4 only)“
Only the “Computer 3-4”signals sent from the computer
by USB are output from the LINE OUT [BALANCED] and
PHONES jacks.
6Auto Power Save On/Off
When this setting is on, if operating in standalone mode and
no input signal (above −60 dBFS) has been detected for 30
minutes, the unit will turn itself off (start standby) automat-
ically.
Options
“ON”(default) : The automatic power saving function is on.
“OFF”
: The automatic power saving function is off.
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7 – Standalone Mode
Overview
This unit will operate in standalone mode if it is turned on when
it is not connected to a computer by USB.
You can use this unit as a mic preamp and to monitor input
signals.
This function is convenient when you want to practice an
instrument without recording, for example.
However, when using US-2x2 in standalone mode, a TASCAM
PS-P520 DC5V AC adapter (sold separately), which is designed
for use with this unit, is necessary.
Settings in standalone mode
When operating in standalone mode, input signals pass-through
the built-in digital mixer and output selector, which are set at
fixed values, and are output from the output jacks. In addition,
when operating in standalone mode, the USB indicator will
blink.
Settings Panel settings
The Settings Panel will be set as follows.
o Direct Monitor Settings Input 1-2 : Mono
o Direct Monitor Settings Input 3-4 : Mono
(US-4x4 only)
o Audio Input On/Off
: All on
o Line Outputs 1-2
: MONITOR
: MONITOR
o Line Outputs 3-4
(US-4x4 only)
o ERP2 Setting On/Off
: Current setting retained
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8 – Application Guide
In this chapter, we explain how to set some audio applications
for use with this unit.
•
•
If you still cannot hear sound after making the settings and
completing the procedures above, restart the computer.
If you make this setting, sound will be output through
this unit, but no sound will be output from the computer’s
speakers or headphone jack.
DAW software
8
Windows 7
7. Quit all applications and open the “Control Panel”from the
Start button menu.
8. Open “Sound”.
SONAR LE and Cubase LE
Download quickstart guides for the included DAW software
them for instructions about downloading, installing and making
settings in these applications.
NOTE
If you do not see this item, click “Hardware and Sound”.
Other DAW software
When using any other DAW software, consult its operation
manual.
9. On the “Playback”page, right-click “Speakers TASCAM
US-2x2”(or “Speakers TASCAM US-4x4”), and click “Set as
Default Device”in the pop-up menu that appears.
Windows Media Player
When you do this, the green check mark (“4”) appears
next to “Speakers TASCAM US-2x2”(or “Speakers TASCAM
US-4x4”).
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Windows 8
1. Quit all applications and right-click the Start screen and then
click the“All apps”button that is at the bottom right of the
screen to open the Apps screen.
NOTE
In Windows 8.1, click the â button that appears at the bot-
tom right of the Start screen.
2. Click “Control Panel”.
3. Click “Hardware and Sound”, and then open the “Sound”
window.
4. On the “Playback”page, right-click “Speakers TASCAM
US-2x2”(or “Speakers TASCAM US-4x4”), and click “Set as
Default Device”in the pop-up menu that appears.
When you do this, the green check mark (“4”) appears
next to “Speakers TASCAM US-2x2”(or “Speakers TASCAM
US-4x4”).
NOTE
To use this unit as the recording device, open the
“Recording” page and use Set as Default Device for Line In
“TASCAM US-2x2 (or TASCAM US-4x4)”.
10. After completing the setting, click the “OK”button.
11. Start Windows Media Player, select an audio file and begin
playback.
NOTE
•
If you change the setting while Windows Media Player is
running, the software will not recognize that the device has
been changed. In this case, restart Windows Media Player.
•
•
If you still cannot hear sound after making the settings and
completing the procedures above, restart the computer.
If you make this setting, sound will be output through this
unit, but no sound will be output by the computer’s speakers
or headphone jack.
NOTE
To use this unit as the recording device, open the
“Recording” page and use Set as Default Device for “Line In
TASCAM US-2x2”(or Line In TASCAM US-4x4).
5. After completing the setting, click the “OK”button.
6. Launch Windows Media Player, select an audio file and start
playback.
NOTE
•
If you change the setting while Windows Media Player is
running, the software will not recognize that the device has
been changed. In this case, restart Windows Media Player.
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8 – Application Guide
Mac OS X and iTunes
1. Open the Utilities folder within the “Applications folder”,
and double-click “Audio MIDI Setup”. Then open the “Audio
Devices”window.
2. Click “TASCAM US-2x2 Audio Device”(or “TASCAM US-4x4
Audio Device”) to select it and right-click or control-click it.
Then, click “Use this device for sound output”in the pop-up
menu.
The speaker mark appears next to “TASCAM US-2x2 Audio
Device”(or “TASCAM US-4x4 Audio Device”).
NOTE
To use this device as the recording device, select “Use this
device for sound input” for the “TASCAM US-2x2 Audio
Device” (or “TASCAM US-4x4 Audio Device”).
3. Launch iTunes, select an audio file and start playback.
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9 – MIDI Implementation Chart
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MIDI Implementation Chart
Function
Transmit
Recognize
Remarks
When power on
Settable
—
—
—
—
—
—
Basic channels
Thru
When power on
Messages
Altered
—
Mode
Thru
—
....................
—
Note number
Velocity
Range
Thru
Thru
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
Note on
—
Note off
—
Polyphonic
Channel
—
Aftertouch
Thru
—
Pitch bend
Thru
Thru
—
Control change
—
—
Program change
System exclusive
Thru
Thru
Setting range
....................
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
Position
—
System common
System real-time
Song select
Tune
Thru
Thru
—
—
Clock
—
Command
Local on/off
All notes off
Active sense
Reset
—
—
—
Other
Notes
Thru
—
—
Mode 1: OMNI ON, POLY Mode 2: OMNI ON, MONO
–: YES
Mode 3: OMNI OFF, POLY Mode 4: OMNI OFF, MONO —: NO
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10 – Troubleshooting
Please read this chapter if you are unable to use the unit
properly even after setting it following the procedures in this
manual.
If you are still unable to resolve a problem, please contact
TASCAM customer support with the following information
about the operating environment and details about the trouble.
8
I cannot hear any sound even when audio is played
back on the computer.
Confirm that the MONITOR BALANCE knob on the unit is not
turned all the way to the left (toward INPUT). If that is the case,
turn the MONITOR BALANCE knob to the right of center.
In addition, check the status of the unit's connection with the
computer.
Moreover, if you make the following settings, sound will be
output through this unit, but no sound will be output by the
computer’s speakers or headphone jack.
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Operating environment
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Computer manufacturer :
Model :
CPU :
Memory (RAM) :
Operating system :
Applications used :
Antivirus software :
Wireless LAN use:
Windows 7/8
or “Windows 7”instructions in the “Windows Media Player”
section in this manual, and make settings as necessary for
the OS.
Conduct “procedures 1–4 for Windows 8”or “procedures 1–3
for Windows 7”to set the default device for playback.
See the end of this document for contact information.
Mac OS X
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I cannot install the dedicated software.
1. Quit all applications and open “System Preferences…”from
the Apple menu.
1. Check the operating system
The operating system being used might not be compatible
with the software that you are trying to install. Check the
compatible operating system of the software you are trying
to install again.
2. Open “Sound”.
3. On the “Output”tab, select “US-2x2”or “US-4x4”.
After completing the setting, restart the computer and
check the sound of playback. Depending on the application
that you are using, you might need to make additional
device settings. In particular, DAW software operate using
audio engines with settings that are different from the
OS settings, so confirm the DAW driver settings first after
installing the dedicated software for this unit.
2. Stop software running in the background
Antivirus software and other software that runs in the
background can prevent installation. Quit software that runs
in the background and try installation again.
8
The unit is connected, but the computer does not
recognize it.
Please see the manuals for the applications that you are
using for detailed setting procedures.
1. Install the dedicated software
2. Change the USB port
8
Sound breaks up or there is noise.
The processing load on the computer causes sound to break up
and noise to occur.
Here are some methods to reduce the load on the computer.
•
•
•
This unit cannot be used with USB 1.1. Use a USB 2.0 or USB
3.0 port.
Do not use a USB hub with this unit. Always connect the
unit directly to a USB port on the computer.
If the above methods do not resolve the problem, connect
the unit to a different USB port on the computer.
1. A wireless LAN and software running in the background,
including antivirus software, regularly put processing loads
on the computer, which can cause sound to break up and
other noise.
Stop wireless LAN transmission, antivirus software and other
software running in the background when using this unit.
2. Set the buffer size (latency) in the audio application that you
are using or in this unit's Settings Panel to a larger value.
NOTE
Consult the maker of the audio application that you are
using for methods to reduce its load on your computer.
3. Change the settings of your computer so that they are
optimal for audio processing.
Windows 8
1In Windows 8, right-click the ordinary Start screen (Metro
user interface screen) and then click “All apps”.
2Right-click “Computer”and select “Properties”.
3Click “Advanced system settings”.
4Click “Settings”in the “Performance”section of the
“Advanced”tab of the “System Properties”window.
5In the “Visual Effects”tab of the “Performance Options”
window, select “Adjust for best performance”.
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Windows 7
a) Turn “Aero” off.
1Right-click the desktop and select “Personalize”.
2Select a “Basic”or “High Contrast”theme.
b) Performance settings
1Right-click “Computer”and select “Properties”.
2Click “Advanced system settings”.
3Click “Settings”in the “Performance”section of the
“Advanced”tab of the “System Properties”window.
4In the “Visual Effects”tab of the “Performance Options”
window, select “Adjust for best performance”.
Mac OS X
1Open “System Preferences…”from the Apple menu, and
select “Energy Saver”.
2Set “Computer sleep”to “Never”.
3Set “Display sleep”to “Never”.
NOTE
Depending on the Mac OS X version and Macintosh
computer model, this setting might not be available.
8
SONAR LE support
Our company does not provide support for SONAR LE.
Please refer to the SONAR LE help menu for instructions about
using the application.
8
Cubase LE support
Our company does not provide support for Cubase LE. Please
refer to the Cubase LE help menu for instructions about using
the application.
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11 – Specifications
Analog outputs
Outputs (LINE OUT (BALANCED))
US-2x2
US-4x4
Audio resolution
8
Sampling frequencies
44.1, 48, 88.2, 96 kHz
Quantization bit depth
16/24-bit
: LINE OUT 1-2
: LINE OUT 1-4
Connectors
:
6.3mm (1/4") standard TRS stereo jacks
(Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)
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Output impedance
Rated output level
Maximum output level : +20 dBu (7.75 Vrms)
: 110 Ω
: +4 dBu (1.273 Vrms)
Analog inputs
Mic inputs (balanced)
Headphone output (PHONES)
US-2x2
: IN 1-2
Connector
: 6.3mm (1/4") standard stereo jack
US-4x4
Connectors
: IN 1-4
: XLR-3-31 equivalent
(1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
Maximum output
US-2x2
:
:
18 mW + 18 mW or higher
(THD+N 1% or less, into 32 Ω
load)
45 mW + 45 mW or higher
(THD+N 1% or less, into 32 Ω
load) ( 1 and 2 total)
Input impedance
Rated input level
: 2.2 kΩ
: −65 dBu (0.0004 Vrms)
(gain knob at MAX)
: −8 dBu (0.3090 Vrms)
(gain knob at MIN)
US-4x4
Rated input level
Control input/output ratings
Maximum input level : +8 dBu (1.9467 Vrms)
Gain range : 57 dB
MIDI IN connector
Connector
Format
: 5-pin DIN
: standard MIDI
Instrument inputs (unbalanced)
IN 1-2
MIDI OUT connector
Connector
(MIC/LINE INST switch set to INST)
: 5-pin DIN
Connectors
: 6.3mm (1/4") standard TS stereo jacks
Format: standard MIDI
(Tip: HOT, Sleeve: GND)
Input impedance
Rated input level
: 1 MΩ or more
: −63 dBV (0.0007 Vrms)
(gain knob at MAX)
: −6 dBV (0.5015 Vrms)
(gain knob at MIN)
USB
Connector
Transfer rate
: 4-pin USB B-type
: USB 2.0 High Speed (480 Mbps)
Rated input level
Audio performance
Mic amp EIN (equivalent input noise)
Maximum input level : +10 dBV (3.162 Vrms)
Gain range : 57 dB
−127 dBu or less
(150Ω termination, gain knob at MAX)
Line inputs (balanced)
US-2x2
Frequency response
: IN 1-2
IN1-IN4 q LINE OUT (BALANCED), Headphone (HP) output
US-4x4
: IN 1-4
At 44.1kHz and 48kHz
(MIC/LINE INST switch set to MIC/LINE)
20Hz
20kHz
20kHz
At 88.2kHz and 96kHz
20Hz
40kHz
40kHz
:
:
:
+0dB/−0.3dB (JEITA)
+0dB/−0.1dB (JEITA)
+0dB/−0.5dB (HP output, JEITA)
Connector
: 6.3mm (1/4") standard TRS stereo jack
(Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)
: 10 kΩ
: −53 dBu (0.0017 Vrms)
(gain knob at MAX)
: +4 dBu (1.228 Vrms)
(gain knob at MIN)
Input impedance
Rated input level
:
:
:
+0dB/−0.3dB (JEITA)
+0dB/−0.3dB (JEITA)
+0dB/−2.0dB (HP output, JEITA)
Rated input level
Maximum input level : +20 dBu (7.75 Vrms)
Gain range : 57 dB
S/N ratio
101 dB or higher
(MIC/LINE input to LINE OUT, gain knob
at MIN, JEITA)
Distortion
0.003% or less
(MIC/LINE input to LINE OUT, 1kHz
sine wave, at nominal input level and
maximum output level, JEITA)
Crosstalk
95 dB or more
(MIC/LINE input to LINE OUT, 1 kHz,
JEITA)
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11 – Specifications
Computer system requirements
General
Check the TEAC Global Site (http://teac-global.com/) for the
latest information about supported operating systems.
Power
US-2x2 : Supplied by computer over USB*
US-4x4 : Dedicated AC adapter
(GPE248-120200-Z), DC12V
Windows
* When using with an iOS device, a separate AC adapter
designed for use with this unit (TASCAM PS-P520, DC5V) is
necessary.
Supported operating systems
Windows 8 (including 8.1) 32-bit
Windows 8 (including 8.1) 64-bit
Windows 7 32-bit SP1 or later
Power consumption
US-2x2 : 2.5 W
Windows 7 64-bit SP1 or later
US-4x4 : 5 W
(Windows Vista and Windows XP are not supported)
External dimensions
US-2x2 : 186 × 65 × 160 mm (width × height × depth)
US-4x4 : 296 × 65 × 160 mm (width × height × depth)
Computer hardware requirements
Windows computer with a USB 2.0 port
CPU/processor speed
2 GHz or faster dual core processor (x86)
Weight
US-2x2: 1.1 kg
US-4x4: 1.6 kg
Memory
2 GB or more
Operating temperature range
5–35 °C
CAUTION
Operation of this unit was confirmed using standard
computers that meet the above requirements. This does
not guarantee operation with all computers that meet the
above requirements. Even computers that meet the same
system requirements might have processing capabilities
that differ according to their settings and other operating
conditions
Bundled DAW software
SONAR LE (for Windows)
Cubase LE
Dimensional drawings
Mac OS X
8
US-4x4
Supported operating systems
OS X Yosemite (10.10 or later)
OS X Mavericks (10.9.1 or later)
OS X Mountain Lion (10.8.4 or later)
Computer hardware requirements
Apple Macintosh computer with a USB 2.0 port
CPU/processor speed
2 GHz or faster dual core processor
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Memory
2 GB or more
iOS devices
Apple devices running iOS 7 or later
8
US-2x2
Supported audio drivers
Windows: ASIO2.0, WDM, MIDI
Mac: Core Audio, Core MIDI
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•
Illustrations in this reference manual might differ in part
from the actual product.
Specifications and external appearance might be changed
without notification to improve the product.
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