Tascam LA-40MKIII User manual

D01047720C
LA-40@$
Balanced/Unbalanced Line Converter
OWNER'S MANUAL
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2 TASCAM LA-40MKIII
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the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within equilateral triangle, is intended
to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING
TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR
SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Thi s app lia nc e has a s er ial n umb er
located on the rear panel. Please record
the model number and serial number
and retain them for your records.
Model number
Serial number
For the customers in Europe
WARNING
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment,
this product may cause radio interference in which
case the user may be required to take adequate
measures.
Pour les utilisateurs en Europe
AVERTISSEMENT
Il s'a g i t d'u n p r o d u i t d e C l a s s e A . D a n s u n
environneme nt dom estique, cet a pp areil peut
provoquer des interférences radio, dans ce cas
l'utilisateur peut être amené à prendre des mesures
appropriées.
Für Kunden in Europa
War nung
Dies ist eine Einrichtung, welche die Funk-Entstörung
nach Klasse A besitzt. Diese Einrichtung kann im
Wohnbereich Funkstörungen ver sursachen ; in
diesem Fall kann vom Betrieber verlang werden,
angemessene Maßnahmen durchzuführen und dafür
aufzukommen.
TO THE USER
This equipment ha s been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment
is operated in a commercial environment. 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.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is
likely to cause harmful interference in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his
own expense.
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 U.S.A.
CE Marking Information
a) Applicable electromagnetic environment: E4
b) Peak inrush current: 4.2 A
In North America use only on 120V supply.
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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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.
10 Protect the power cord from being walked on
or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
11 Only 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.
13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
14 Refer 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.
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 draws nominal non-operating power
•
from the AC outlet with its POWER or STANDBY/ON
switch not in the ON position.
The apparatus should be located close enough to the
•
AC outlet so that you can easily grasp the power cord
plug at any time.
The main plug is used as the disconnect device, the
•
disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
An apparatus with Class I construction shall be
•
connected to an AC outlet with a protective grounding
connection.
Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) shall not
•
be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or
the like.
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and head-
•
phones can cause hearing loss.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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4 TASCAM LA-40MKIII
Contents
1–Introduction ...................................................... 5
Overview .............................................................. 5
Supplied accessories ............................................ 5
Precautions for placement and use ..................... 5
Cleaning the unit.................................................. 5
Rack-mounting the unit ....................................... 5
2–Names and Functions of Parts ................... 6
Front panel ........................................................... 6
Rear panel ............................................................ 6
Bottom panel........................................................ 7
Block diagram ..................................................... 8
Level diagram ...................................................... 9
3–ADA Functions................................................ 10
Example 1 ............................................................. 10
Example 2 ............................................................. 10
Example 3 ............................................................. 11
Example 4 ............................................................. 11
4–Specifications.................................................. 12
Inputs and Outputs ............................................ 12
Performance ....................................................... 12
Other specifications ........................................... 13
Dimensional drawings........................................ 13
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1–Introduction
Thank you very much for purchasing a TASCAM
LA-40MKIII. Please read this Owner’s Manual
carefully and understand how to operate the device
correctly before use. We hope that you will fully use
the features of this unit for many years to come. After
reading this manual, please keep it in a convenient
place for future reference.
The LA-40MKIII has 4 internal circuits to convert
unbalanced inputs to balanced outputs and 4 internal
circuits to convert balanced inputs to unbalanced
outputs. In addition, the Audio Distributed Amplier
(ADA) function allows single inputs to be assigned
to multiple outputs using the INPUT LINK switches
between each channel.
Moreover, the LA-40MKIII also has the following
functions.
GND LIFT• switches to turn the ground ON and OFF
for each balanced connector
ALL LIFT• switch that turns the ground ON and OFF
for the entire unit
Each channel has an• INPUT/OUTPUT LEVEL switch
that allows input and output levels to be switched
between -20 dBu and +4 dBu
Level indicator LEDs that show signal presence•
Semi-fixed• TRIM controls for fine level adjustment
of ±12 dB
Rack mount brackets•
Three-prong AC power outlet (Not on EUR model)•
Overview
Supplied accessories
The following items are included with this product.
Main unit
•...................................................................1
Power cord set
•.............................................................1
Rack mount screw set
•.................................................1
Owner’s Manual (this document)
•...............................1
Warranty card
•.............................................................1
Contact your TASCAM supplier if any of these items
are missing.
Precautions for placement and use
Cleaning the unit
Use this unit within its operating temperature range•
of 5–40º C (40–104º F). In addition, please avoid
placement in locations that are very dusty or humid
because this could cause malfunction.
Do not give the unit a violent shock. This could•
cause damage to the internal circuitry or the case.
NOTE
Please be aware that, as a result of improvements or other
changes to the product, photographs, illustrations and
other depictions in the Owner’s Manual may differ from
the actual product.
Use a soft cloth to wipe the unit clean. Do not
clean it with chemical-based wipes, benzene,
thinner, alcohol or similar substances. This could
damage the surface or cause the color to change.
Rack-mounting the unit
Use the supplied rack-mounting kit to mount the unit
in a standard 19-inch rack, as shown below. Remove
the feet of the unit before mounting.
NOTE
Leave 1U of space above the unit for ventilation.•
Allow at least 10 cm (4 in) at the rear of the unit for•
ventilation.
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2–Names and Functions of Parts
Front panel
1POWER switch and LED
Turns power ON and OFF.
2LED indicators
Indicate the presence of input signals.
3TRIM (BALANCED TO UNBALANCED) 1–4
These semi-fixed trim controls allow output signal
levels to be adjusted in a range of ±12 dB.
4TRIM (UNBALANCED TO BALANCED) 5–8
These semi-fixed trim controls allow input signal
levels to be adjusted in a range of ±12 dB.
Rear panel
5OUTPUTS 1–4
RCA pin jack type output connectors with nominal
output levels of -10 dBV (0.3 V).
6INPUTS 5–8
RCA pin jack type input connectors with nominal
input levels of -10 dBV (0.3 V).
7OUTPUTS 5–8
XLR type output connectors with nominal output
levels of +4 dBu (1.23 V) or -20 dBu (0.0775 V).
8INPUTS 1–4
XLR type input connectors with nominal input
levels of +4 dBu (1.23 V) or -20 dBu (0.0775 V).
9GND LIFT switches
In a studio or other place where multiple units are
connected, a ground loop can occur through the
wiring, and this loop can cause a hum or other
noise. If this occurs, engage GND LIFT switches to
cut ground loops from the (balanced) OUTPUTS 7.
NOTE
The GND LIFT switches do not cut the ground for the
INPUTS 6.
0GND LIFT switches
Engage these GND LIFT switches to cut ground
loops from the (balanced) INPUTS 8.
NOTE
The GND LIFT switches do not cut the ground for the
OUTPUTS 5.
qALL LIFT switch
When other equipment is mounted in the same
metal rack, for example, a ground loop can occur
through the panel or chassis, and this loop can
cause a hum or other noise. If this occurs, engage
the ALL LIFT switch to cut the loop.
wLevel indicator LED switch
If this switch is ON, LEDs light when input signals
are present. If this switch is OFF, the LEDs do not
light regardless of the presence of input signals.
eGND connector
When multiple pieces of equipment are connected,
use this to make the chassis of each piece of
equipment have the same electrical potential.
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2–Names and Functions of Parts
Bottom panel
yINPUT LEVEL switches 1–4
Switches that set whether the signal levels intput
to the INPUTS 8are +4 dBu (1.23 V) or -20 dBu
(0.0775 V). This setting can be made for each
channel independently.
uOUTPUT LEVEL switches 5–8
Switches that set whether the signal levels output
from the OUTPUTS 7are +4 dBu (1.23 V) or -20
dBu (0.0775 V). This setting can be made for each
channel independently.
iINPUT LINK switches 2–4
These switches allow an input signal to be routed
to any higher numbered output from 2–4. Two
or more inputs can also be assigned to multiple
outputs in sequence (see “3–ADA Functions” for
examples.)
oINPUT LINK switches 6–8
These switches allow an input signal to be routed
to any higher numbered output from 6–8. Two
or more inputs can also be assigned to multiple
outputs in sequence (see “3–ADA Functions” for
examples.)
rPower outlet (see NOTE below)
Use this three-prong outlet, which is not affected
by the power switch, to connect AC equipment
with a maximum power consumption of 400 W
(or 3A). This connector is convenient when using
multiple LA-40MKIII units. The specifications are
displayed on the top of the unit.
NOTE
The EUR model does not have this power outlet, so the
panel here is blank.
tAC IN connector
Connect the included power cord.
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2–Names and Functions of Parts
Block diagram
UNBALANCED TO BALANCED
BALANCED TO UNBALANCED
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2–Names and Functions of Parts
Level diagram
UNBALANCED TO BALANCED
BALANCED TO UNBALANCED
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3–ADA Functions
By using the LA-40MKIII INPUT LINK switches io,
the signals input from single connectors can be routed
to other channels and output as desired.
In this example, the signal input through channel 5 is
routed to channels 5–8.
1 Input a signal through the (unbalanced) INPUT 5 6.
2 Turn INPUT LINK switches 6–8 oON.
3 The signal input through channel 5 is output through
(balanced) OUTPUTS 5–8 7.
In this example, a stereo pair of signals input through
channels 5 and 7 are output in parallel to 2 channels
each.
1 Connect the left stereo signal to the (unbalanced) INPUT 5
6and the right stereo signal to the (unbalanced) INPUT 7
connector 6.
2 Turn INPUT LINK switches 6 and 8 oON.
3 The left stereo signal input to channel 5 is output through
(balanced) OUTPUTS 5–6 7, and the right stereo signal
input to channel 7 is output through (balanced) OUTPUTS
7–8 7.
Example 1
Example 2
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3–ADA Functions
In this example, the signal input through channel 1 is
routed to channels 1–4.
1 Input a signal through the (balanced) INPUT 1 8.
2 Turn INPUT LINK switches 2–4 iON.
3 The signal input through channel 1 is output through
(unbalanced) OUTPUTS 1–4 5.
In this example, a stereo pair of signals input through
channels 1 and 3 are output in parallel to 2 channels
each.
1 Connect the left stereo signal to the (balanced) INPUT 1 8
and the right stereo signal to the (balanced) INPUT 3 8.
2 Turn INPUT LINK switches 2 and 4 iON.
3 The left stereo signal input to channel 1 is output through
(unbalanced) OUTPUTS 1–2 5, and the right stereo
signal input to channel 3 is output through (unbalanced)
OUTPUTS 3–4 5.
Example 3
Example 4
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4–Specifications
Inputs and Outputs
UNBALANCED TO BALANCED
Inputs (4 unbalanced RCA pin jacks)
Input impedance 23 kΩ (when all INPUT LINK switches are OFF)
5.7 kΩ (when all INPUT LINK switches are ON)
Nominal input level -10 dBV ±1 dB
Maximum input level +4.8 dBV
Indicator detection level (unbalanced input) –38 dBV or more
(OUTPUT LEVEL switch set to +4 dB or –20 dB)
Outputs (4 balanced XLR type connectors) (Pin assignment: 1 = ground, 2 = hot, 3 = cold)
Output impedance 94 Ω
Nominal load impedance 10k Ω
Minimum load impedance 600 Ω
Nominal output level +4 dBu ±1 dB (OUTPUT LEVEL switch set to +4 dB)
-20 dBu ±1 dB (OUTPUT LEVEL switch set to -20 dB)
Maximum output level +23 dBu
BALANCED TO UNBALANCED
Inputs (4 balanced XLR type connectors) (Pin assignment: 1 = ground, 2 = hot, 3 = cold)
Input impedance 54 kΩ (when all INPUT LINK switches are OFF)
13.5 kΩ (when all INPUT LINK switches are ON)
Nominal input level +4 dBu ±1 dB (INPUT LEVEL switch set to +4 dB)
-20 dBu ±1 dB (INPUT LEVEL switch set to -20 dB)
Maximum input level +30 dBu (INPUT LEVEL switch set to +4 dB)
+8 dBu (INPUT LEVEL switch set to -20 dB)
Indicator detection level (balanced input) –24 dBu or more (INPUT LEVEL switch set to +4 dB)
–48 dBu or more (INPUT LEVEL switch set to -20 dB)
Outputs (4 unbalanced RCA pin jacks)
Output impedance 200 Ω
Nominal load impedance 10 kΩ
Minimum load impedance 1 kΩ
Nominal output level -10 dBV ±1 dB
Maximum output level +18 dBV
Performance
TRIM range ±12 dB
S/N ratio (nominal input and output level) A-weight lter + 20 kHz LPF: 90 dB
(OUTPUT LEVEL switch set to +4 dB)
20 Hz HPF + 20 kHz LPF: 87 dB
(OUTPUT LEVEL switch set to +4 dB)
Total harmonic distortion
(1 kHz, nominal input and output level)
0.007% or less
Frequency response
(nominal input and output level)
20 Hz–100 kHz ±3 dB
Crosstalk -90 dB or more (1kHz, nominal input and output level,
terminated with a 600 Ω load)
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Other specifications
Power: 100-240 V~, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption: 6 W
Weight: 3 kg (main unit)
External dimensions (WxHxD): 482 x 44 x 280 mm
4–Specifications
Dimensional drawings
NOTE
In order to improve these units, their specifications•
and external appearance may be changed without
notification.
Please be aware that, as a result of product improve-•
ments, illustrations and other depictions in the Owner’s
Manual may differ in part from the actual product.
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Memo
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TASCAM LA-40MKIII 15
Memo
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TEAC CORPORATION www.tascam.jp
Phone: [phone]
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Phone: [phone]
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Phone: [phone]
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TEAC EUROPE GmbH www.tascam.de
Phone: [phone]
Bahnstrasse 12, 65205 Wiesbaden-Erbenheim, Germany
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LA-40@$
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