TAC SYSTEM ONKIO User manual

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Install & Operation
Manual

Contents
Welcome ...................................................................................................................3
Introduction .......................................................................................................................3
System Capability....................................................................................................3
Software license agreement ...................................................................................4
Authorization............................................................................................................5
iLok License......................................................................................................................6
Machine Authorization ......................................................................................................6
License Deposit .......................................................................................................6
Installation on Mac.................................................................................................10
Installation on Windows........................................................................................12
Contact....................................................................................................................14
Plug-in Overview....................................................................................................15
Part Names/Functions ....................................................................................................15
1. Plug-in Info ................................................................................................................16
2. Foldable Display .......................................................................................................16
3. Studio No.1 Reflectors Select...................................................................................17
4. Studio No.2 Main Floor / Booth Select......................................................................17
5. INPUT LEVEL / OUTPUT LEVEL .............................................................................18
6. PRE DELAY / REVERB TIME...................................................................................18
7. BAND LEVEL LOW / MID / HIGH ............................................................................18
8. DRY / WET ...............................................................................................................19
9. Insert Mode / Send Mode .........................................................................................19
10. Frequency spectrum .................................................................................................19
11. Sound Source Position Select ..................................................................................20
12. MIC ANGLE ..............................................................................................................21
13. ADJUST MIC ............................................................................................................22
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Welcome
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a TAC SYSTEM product, ONKIO Acoustics. This document
describes the software license terms, user and support information, installation
instructions, iLok Activation, and operations for this product. For the plug-in installer
download and the latest information, please refer to the TAC SYSTEM's product
website.
https://www.tacsystem.com/eng/products/onkio-acoustics.html
System Capability
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OS
MacOS 10.14.6 or higher (64-bit)
Compatible with Intel Mac and Apple M1
Windows 10 , Windows 11
Doesn’t support 32-bit OS or Host Application.
Authorization
iLok License (iLok 2, iLok 3)
Machine Authorization
Plug-in Formats
AAX Native / VST3 / AU (64-bit)

Software license agreement
Terms and Conditions of License
TAC SYSTEM, INC. grants permission to use ONKIO Acoustics (hereinafter referred to as "the
Software") to the person whose name is entered as the user on the user registration form attached
to the Software package (hereinafter referred to as "the Software Administrator") and to the user
who is authorized to use the Software by the Software Administrator (hereinafter referred to as "the
Software User"), on the condition that all of the following terms and conditions are agreed upon.
The use of this software is permitted to the person whose name is written on the user registration
form attached to the software package (hereinafter referred to as the "Software Administrator") and
the user who is permitted to use this software by the Software Administrator (hereinafter referred to
as the "Software User") on the condition that they agree to all of the following. TAC SYSTEM, INC.
software vendors, distributors, or their employees are not authorized to make any modifications,
expansions, or additions to the information below.
Responsibility of the Software Administrator
The software administrator is responsible for authorizing and controlling the use of the software by
its users. In other words, the SOFTWARE must be used only under the good care of the
SOFTWARE Administrator.
Copyright Notice
All copyrights to this software program and its accompanying operation manual are owned by TAC
SYSTEM, INC. and are protected by the Copyright Act of Japan.
Prohibition of Duplication and Distribution
TAC SYSTEM, INC. prohibits the reproduction or distribution, in whole or in part, of the program
and operating manuals without the written consent of TAC SYSTEM, INC. Reproduction means
copying the program CD-ROM, etc. to other media. Reproduction includes copying the program
CD-ROM, etc., to another medium, or translating or rewriting the operating manual into another
language or format. TAC SYSTEM, INC. shall be liable for any and all damages caused by the
negligence or disregard of this agreement, and the software administrator shall be liable for all
damages caused by the negligence or disregard of this agreement.
However, "installing the program on the specified media" or "printing the operation manual
provided in PDF file format on paper in its entirety" as described in the software package or
operation manual is included in the normal use of the software and does not constitute a
duplication as described herein. This does not constitute reproduction.
Warranty and Liability
TAC SYSTEM, INC. makes no express or implied warranties of quality, performance,
merchantability, or fitness for any particular purpose with respect to this software. TAC SYSTEM
INC. shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, special, or consequential damages resulting from
defects in the hardware protection key or operating manual provided with the software, even if TAC
SYSTEM, INC. has been advised of the possibility of such damages. TAC SYSTEM, INC. shall not
be liable for any costs incurred in the recovery of the program or data, including the cost of
reproduction. This software is sold on an "as is" basis. The software administrator assumes full
responsibility for the quality and performance of the software.
Handling of Personal Information
TAC SYSTEM, INC. will use your personal information for the following purposes
Introduction of new products
Notification of software updates
To inform you of special campaigns and events, etc.
We will take the utmost care in handling the personal information we receive. We will not provide
your personal information to any third party.!
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Authorization
ONKIO Acoustics uses Pace's iLok system for authorization. Before the authorization
process begins, be sure to create an iLok account at iLok.com and download the iLok
License Manager.
ONKIO Acoustics uses iLok "License Manager" (application) to manage the license.
The License Manager supports two types of authorization: authorization using iLok
USB (sold separately) or "machine authorization" in which your machine is registered
as a licensed machine.
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iLok License
iLok USB dongle key (sold separately) enables you to manage other plug-ins and
licenses centrally. Changing machines can be done easily by replacing the iLok key.
The iLok key is only valid for host applications that support iLok.
※Please note that ONKIO Acoustics supports iLok2 and iLok3.
It does not support iLok1.
Machine Authorization
ONKIO Acoustics supports Machine Authorization on iLok "License Manager". You
can register your machine as a "licensed machine" without using an iLok USB dongle
key. License transfer is done on the "License Manager".
License Deposit
1. Launch iLok License Manager (application).
2. Click "Sign In" on the left side of the screen to open the "Sign In" dialog box.
Enter User ID and Password, and click the "Sign In" button.
If you have successfully logged in, the "Sign In" in the upper left corner will change to
"User icon". Click on the "User icon" to view account information.
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If you want the OS to remember the User ID and Password, check the "Remember
User ID and Password on this machine" checkbox below the input field.
※If you are authenticating for the first time, it will take some time for the account
view to appear. Please wait while the meter on the left side of the screen
(below the "User icon") is moving.
3. Click "Licenses" > "Redeem Activation Code" in the application menu.
On the "Enter Activation Code" screen, enter the "Redeem Code" that was
included in your purchase email. ※The code can be copied and pasted.
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4. On the Select an activation location screen, select the license deposit location
and click "Activate".
5. A confirmation screen will appear, click OK.
※If you check the "Do not show again" checkbox, this confirmation screen will not appear again.
6. When using an iLok, never remove or insert the iLok while the meter on the
left side of the screen is moving.
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7. If the license has been successfully moved to the location, the
"Successful Activation" dialog box will appear. Click the "OK" button. #
※If you check the "Do not show again" checkbox, this confirmation screen will not appear again. #
#
8. Confirm that a license has been deposited at the location.
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Installation on Mac
Installing ONKIO Acoustics
The installer download is available from the Tac System product website.
https://www.tacsystem.com/eng/products/onkio-acoustics.html
Double-click the installer file (.pkg) to launch it. Click "Continue."
Read the lease notes and click "Continue."
Read the license agreement and click "Continue." You will be asked if you agree.
If you have no problem, click "Agree."
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Select the components to be installed and click "Continue."
Check the amount of space required for installation. If all is well, click "Install."
Depending on your system, you may need to enter a password.
The following window will appear and installation is complete.
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Installation on Windows
Installing ONKIO Acoustics
The installer download is available from the Tac System product website.
https://www.tacsystem.com/eng/products/onkio-acoustics.html
Double-click the installer file (.exe) to launch it.
Click "Yes."
*Please allow permission if Windows system protection, etc. is displayed when the installer is started.
Select the language and click "OK."
Click "Next."!
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Read the license agreement.
If you are okay with it, select “I accept the agreement" and click “Next."
Read the release notes and click "Next."
Select the components to be installed and click "Next."!
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Check the installation details. If all is well, click “Install."
Click "Finish" to complete the installation.
Contact
Contact : https://tacsystem.tayori.com/form/d703668ac37ef00810a2c2ecf39a0a6c786e9dcb
※Software support is available via email. Please include your serial number
in your email inquiry. Support hours are available only during our business
hours.On weekdays, we will respond in order after confirming your e-mail.
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Plug-in Overview
Part Names/Functions !
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1. Plug-in Info
Click on the ONKIO Acoustics logo to display a window with information about the
plug-in. To hide the window, click the logo again, or click the window.
2. Foldable Display
The window can be collapsed by clicking the on the left
edge of the plug-in window. To redisplay the folded section, click
again.
Display example
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①
②
③
①
②
③

3. Studio No.1 Reflectors Select
In the Studio No.1, the amount of reflectors can be selected from three different
patterns.
▼Click on "Reflectors:Fully" or click on the studio image to open the pull-down menu.
4. Studio No.2 Main Floor / Booth Select
In the Studio No. 2, you can choose from the main floor or booth (inside/outside).
▼Click on "Main Floor" or click on the studio image to open the pull-down menu.
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Reflectors:Fully
Reflectors:Half
Reflectors:None
Main
Inside the
Outside the

5. INPUT LEVEL / OUTPUT LEVEL
INPUT and OUTPUT levels can be adjusted. You can also double-
click the dB indicator at the bottom and specify the level by number.
Variable range -90dB〜+12dB
6. PRE DELAY / REVERB TIME
PRE DELAY and REVERB TIME can be adjusted. You can also
double-click on the ms indicator at the bottom to specify the time by
number.
Variable range
PRE DELAY : 0.0ms〜200ms
REVERB TIME : 0.0ms〜1270ms
7. BAND LEVEL LOW / MID / HIGH
The reverb sound level can be adjusted for each BAND (bass,
midrange, and treble). You can also double-click the dB indicator at
the bottom and specify the level by number. Solo/mute is available
for each LOW, MID, and HIGH.
Variable range -90dB〜+12dB
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-000-000-00.0dB-00.0dB-00.0dB00.00s000.0ms-00.0dB-00.0dB
-000-000-00.0dB-00.0dB-00.0dB00.00s000.0ms-00.0dB-00.0dB
-000-000-00.0dB-00.0dB-00.0dB00.00s000.0ms-00.0dB-00.0dB

8. DRY / WET
DRY (original signal without effects processing) and
WET (signal with effects processing) level adjustment is possible.
Variable range -90dB〜+12dB
9. Insert Mode / Send Mode
Insert Mode
The DRY / WET level can be adjusted, and the mixed audio is exported
from the OUTPUT.
Send Mode
The DRY / WET faders are grayed out. Then the DRY signal is turned off and the
WET fader is fixed at its default value.
10. Frequency spectrum
The chart also changes according to the setting of each parameter.
From the front, the order is as follows
Red : LOW Green : MID Blue : HIGH
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-000-000-00.0dB-00.0dB-00.0dB00.00s000.0ms-00.0dB-00.0dB

11. Sound Source Position Select
▲Click on Source-LEFT (default) to display a pull-up and
change the position.
Studio No.1
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Source-LEFT
Source-CENTER
Source-RIGHT
←Source
←Microphone
Studio No.1
Control Room
Studio No.1
Main Floor