Tascam TM-D1000 User manual

1 TASCAM TM-D1000 Operations Manual
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Congratulations on your purchase of the TM-D1000.
This high-quality digital mixing console allows you
to produce crystal-clear multitrack recordings and to
mix them to a digital stereo mastering machine.
We do not expect you to read the Reference Manual
from cover to cover, but if you take the time to read
through this Operations Manual, this will be repaid
in terms of future familiarity with the unit.
Since the TM-D1000 is a complex unit, with many
software features that are not immediately visible
from the front panel, we suggest, however, that you
make yourself familiar with at least the contents of
the main reference manual, so that you can find the
answers you need when you have questions.
1.1 Table of Contents
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1.1 - Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.2 - TM-D1000 features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.3 - Setting up your TM-D1000 . . . . . . . . . . . 2
2 - The TM-D1000 menu system. . . . . . . . 5
2.1 - PARAM SEL – OPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.2 - DIRECT RECALL – ESCAPE/RECALL
– STORE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.3 - ENTER – FDR/PAN NULL . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.4 - MEMO – OPTION MONITOR . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.5 - The display screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.6 - Data editing knobs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.7 - DATA ENTRY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.8 - Viewing parameters without changing
them . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3 - A quick guide to common functions . 8
4 - Buss functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4.1 - Default REC mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4.2 - Default MIX mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4.3 - Choosing REC or MIX mode . . . . . . . . . 11
4.4 - Buss configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4.5 - Where do the busses go? . . . . . . . . . . . 12
5 - Using the digital inputs and outputs . 13
5.1 - Connecting a TDIF-1 multitrack recorder 13
5.2 - TDIF-1 word length . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
5.3 - Connecting a 2-track recorder . . . . . . . . 14
5.4 - Connecting a digital audio source . . . . 14
5.5 - Using digital effect returns . . . . . . . . . . 15
6 - Word synchronization . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
6.1 - Setting up the TM-D1000 as a word clock
master . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
6.2 - Setting up the TM-D1000 as a word clock
slave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
7 - Channel operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
7.1 - Equalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
7.2 - Routing channels to busses . . . . . . . . . 18
7.3 - Using the DIRECT OUTs . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
7.4 - Assigning channel dynamics . . . . . . . . 19
7.5 - External insert points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
7.6 - Linking channels for simultaneous
parameter adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
8 - Monitoring, etc.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
8.1 - Choosing the monitoring source . . . . . 21
8.2 - Soloing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
9 - Effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
9.1 - Selecting effect patterns . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
9.2 - External effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
9.3 - Setting aux send levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
9.4 - Selecting the effect to use . . . . . . . . . . . 24
9.5 - Editing the parameters of the effect . . . 25
9.6 - Storing an effect with your own
parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
10 - Snapshots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
10.1 - Storing a snapshot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
10.2 - Recalling snapshots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
10.3 - Renaming snapshots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
10.4 - “Nulling” the faders and panpots . . . . 27
10.5 - DIRECT RECALL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
11 - MIDI Machine control . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
11.1 - Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
11.2 - Arming tracks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
11.3 - Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
11.4 - Selecting the MTC type . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
11.5 - Capturing a location on the fly . . . . . . 30
11.6 - Locating to a memory position . . . . . . 31
11.7 - Editing a memory location . . . . . . . . . 31
12 - MIDI control of the TM-D1000 . . . . . . 32
12.1 - Setting Program Change receive
channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
12.2 - Enabling and disabling parameter
changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
12.3 - Recording parameter changes . . . . . . 32
12.4 - System Exclusive parameters and data
dumps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
13 - Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
13.1 - RM-D1000 rack mounting kit . . . . . . . . 34
13.2 - IF-TD1000 Digital Input Kit . . . . . . . . . . 34
13.3 - FX-D1000 Effect Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
14 - Miscellaneous functions . . . . . . . . . . 36
14.1 - Footswitch (REMOTE CONT) . . . . . . . 36
14.2 - Meter settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
14.3 - LCD contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
14.4 - Battery levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

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NOTE
When referring to named parts of the TM-
D1000, we will use the following typeface:
CH
SEL (or CH SEL in notes, etc.).When referring
to words, etc. shown on the display, we will
use the following typeface: Option .
1.2 TM-D1000 features
Among other features, the TM-D1000 includes:
• Eight analog inputs, capable of accepting input
from a variety of sources, from professional line
level to standard dynamic microphones. Four of
these inputs are fitted with TRS insert points for
connecting external processors, etc.
• Eight digital inputs and outputs in TDIF-1 format,
which use the same connector as the eight-channel
I/O of a TDIF-1 recorder.
• One stereo digital input and two stereo digital out-
puts with both AES/EBU and SPDIF connectors,
allowing digital mastering. The input and output
word length can be selected as 16, 20 or 24 bits.
• Each channel, whether input or tape return, is
equipped with 3-band equalization and effect sends
as well as routing capabilities.
• Four group busses, which can also be used as auxil-
iary busses.
• Instant “repatching” of the console into various
modes, depending on the needs of the project at the
time.
• Internal digital effect units, which may be used as
stereo effect processors mono dynamic processors.
• Full input and output facilities, often in both analog
and digital formats, from busses, groups, as well as
full monitoring facilities through either head-
phones or a amplifier/speaker combination and
channel insert facilities.
These features mean that while the TM-D1000 is pri-
marily intended for multitrack recording purposes, it
can also be used effectively for sound reinforcement,
as a digital sub-mixer, or in broadcast applications.
1.3 Setting up yourTM-D1000
Before you start to set up your TM-D1000, make
sure that you have a clear working area and sufficient
space to set out and connect all your equipment.
WARNING
The TM-D1000 uses an external AC adapter.
Make sure that the voltage marked on the
TASCAM PS-D1000 adapter is the same as
your local power supply.Consult your dealer if
it is not.
Never attempt to use the TM-D1000 with any
AC adapter other than the TASCAM PS-
D1000 adapter specifically provided for use
with the TM-D1000.
As with all audio equipment, connections
should always be made with the power turned
off.
CAUTION
The bottom panel of theTM-D1000 covers the
heat sink for the electronic components.This
panel can become significantly hotter than the
surrounding environment.This is to be
expected in everyday operation, and should
not be a cause for concern.
After using the TM-D1000 for extended peri-
ods of time, take care when picking up or
moving the TM-D1000, and do not touch the
heat sink.We suggest that you leave the TM-
D1000 to cool for a little while before moving it
or putting it away.
Also for this reason, you should not remove
the feet on the bottom panel of the TM-
D1000, or, if you must remove the feet for
whatever reason, never stand the TM-D1000
directly on a working surface.Always allow an
air gap between the bottom panel of the TM-
D1000 and the working surface by standing
the TM-D1000 on books or similar supports
placed under each side of the mixer.
1.3.1Input channels 1–8
The XLR and π-inch microphone/line inputs for
channels 1 through 4 are balanced. Refer to the print-
ing on the TM-D1000 itself for details of how these
connectors are wired. The XLR connectors can
accept levels from –65 dBu to –15 dBu, and the TRS
π-inch jacks on channels 1 through 4 accept signals
from –40 dBu to +10 dBu. The unbalanced π-inch
connectors for channels 5 through 8 accept levels
from –50 dBu to 0 dBu.

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WARNING
Although it is possible to connect equipment
using the XLR and phone connectors at the
same time to input channels 1 through 4, we
do not recommend that you do this.There is a
risk of damage to the microphone, due to sig-
nals received at the phone jack being re-
transmitted to the XLR jack.
1.3.2PHANTOM (+48V)
The PHANTOM power switch by the XLR jack of
channel 4 provides phantom power at +48 V to the
XLR jacks of channels 1 through 4 when switched
on.
Remember to turn down the monitor output volume
when turning this switch on or off.
1.3.3INSERTs
Use standard ‘Y’cables such as TASCAM PW-4Y or
PW-2Y cables to connect unbalanced equipment at
the insert point for channels 1 through 4 (see also
“External insert points” on page 20).
1.3.4EXT INPUTs
The balanced π-inch jacks accept signals at profes-
sional +4 dBu levels, and the RCA connectors accept
signals at the lower –10 dBV levels.
1.3.5STEREO OUTPUTS
The analog stereo outputs are at +4 dBu (balanced π-
inch jacks) and –10 dBV (RCA connectors).
Please read and take careful note of the following, to
avoid possible damage to the internal circuits of the
TM-D1000.
WARNING
These jacks provide balanced output signals.
Do not use mono jack plugs with these output
jacks. If you do, a short will occur to the cold
(–) terminal of the TM-D1000 internal ampli-
fier, and damage may occur.
If you have no choice but to use unbalanced
equipment, always use a TRS-type (stereo)
jack plug, and wire the ground to the sleeve,
and the signal to the tip, leaving the ring
unconnected.This will prevent any short cir-
cuits to the internal amplifiers.
1.3.6GROUP OUTPUTS/AUX SENDS
These connectors serve a dual function, depending
on the console mode currently selected. The pseudo-
balanced π-inch jacks output signals at –2 dBu, and
the RCA connectors at a level of –10 dBV. Balanced
or unbalanced jack plugs can be used here.
See “Buss functions” on page 10 for details of how
these jacks serve as both aux and group outputs.
1.3.7MONITOR OUTPUT
The balanced π-inch jacks output a signal to the
monitoring amplifier at +4 dBu. Although these are
balanced outputs, unbalanced jacks can be used to
connect an amplifier with unbalanced inputs. See
“Monitoring, etc.” on page 21 for details of monitor-
ing operations.
NOTE
If you connect a hi-fi amplifier to these jacks,
turn down the monitor level control.The level
of theTM-D1000’s
MONITOR OUTPUT jacks is
higher than that expected by a hi-fi amplifier,
and too high an output level may result in dis-
torted sound.
1.3.8FOOT SW (REMOTE CONT)
A standard footswitch such as the TASCAM RC-30P
may be connected and set up to serve a variety of
functions.
1.3.9WORD SYNC
These RCA connectors are used to take the word
clock from and to other digital audio equipment.You
should use these connectors if the TM-D1000 should
receive a word clock signal from an external source,
or if it should act as the word clock master in a digi-
tal audio setup.
WARNING
There should never be more than one word
clock signal in a digital audio system.If there
are not, at worst, damage may occur to
speakers, amplifiers, etc. as a result of high-
frequency noise generated by word clock
incompatibilities.See “Word synchronization”
on page 16 for a brief explanation of word
clocks as they apply to the TM-D1000.

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1.3.10MIDI IN & OUT
These MIDI connectors are used for control by an
external sequencer, etc., as well as for receiving
MIDI timecode and transmitting MIDI Machine
Control commands to external equipment.
See “MIDI Machine control” on page 29, “Loca-
tions” on page 30 and “MIDI control of the TM-
D1000” on page 32 for further details of MIDI func-
tions and the TM-D1000.
1.3.11DIGITAL OUTPUTS
There are two pairs of digital outputs provided: A
and B. Each pair outputs the digital audio through
both an XLR and an RCA coaxial connector.
1.3.12DIGITAL INPUTS
Digital audio may be received through either the
XLR or RCA coaxial input of this digital audio input.
1.3.13TDIF-1 A
This 25-pin D-sub connector is used to connect eight
input and eight output digital audio channels from
and to a DTRS recorder, or other suitably-equipped
digital audio multitrack device.
NOTE
When making TDIF-1 connections between
units, you must always use genuine TASCAM
cables, or TASCAM-approved cables.
Although these cables appear similar to cer-
tain types of computer cables and use similar
connectors, the cables themselves are very
different, and the different electrical character-
istics of the cables can cause damage to the
equipment connected with the wrong cables.
If the use of cables other thanTASCAM
cables causes or results in damage, the war-
ranty is voided.

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2 - The TM-D1000 menu system
The operational “heart” of the TM-D1000 is the
menu system. Using this system, you can set up com-
mon channel parameters, such as equalization, etc.
and also the more general global settings, such as
console configuration.
The menu system may be described in the following
way:
• At the “top” level are the main menus, such as the
Option menu, channel AUX and EQ menus.
• Below these menus there may be sub-menus, for
instance, in the Option menu, there are Setup,
Effect and MIDI sub-menus.
• Within a sub-menu, there may be further sub-
menus, or parameters.
• If there is only one parameter shown on the screen
whose value is to be edited, the DATA ENTRY knob
is used to change the value, and the ENTER key is
used to confirm this change.
• If there are two or more parameters shown on the
screen whose values may be edited, the data edit-
ing knobs are used to change the values (see “Data
editing knobs” on page 6).
The controls which are used to navigate and change
the values within the menu system are described
below:
2.1 PARAM SEL – OPTION
This key is used to select the channel parameter to be
edited (EQ, AUX or the effect or dynamic proces-
sors). Available options (not all options are available
in all modes) will light the indicators. Repeated
presses of this key will cycle between these selec-
tions, and the appropriate indicator will light green.
Selections that are available, but not selected, will
light red. When the SHIFT key is pressed and held
down together with this key, you can make settings to
the options that affect the internal parameters of the
TM-D1000. When we talk about the key used in this
way, we refer to it as the OPTION key (its SHIFTed
function).
WARNING
Changes to the Master Clock selection (6,
"Word synchronization") or to the MODE
selection 4.3, "Choosing REC or MIX mode")
from the appropriate Option screen (
SHIFT +
PARAM SEL ) may produce noise in the moni-
toring system, which may damage your ears
and/or monitoring equipment.
We therefore recommend that when making
these changes, you turn down the headphone
volume and remove your headphones, if you
are wearing them.You should also turn down
the input levels of any amplification equip-
ment connected to the
MONITOR OUTPUT and
STEREO OUTPUT jacks.
2.2 DIRECT RECALL – ESCAPE/
RECALL – STORE
This key is used for three separate purposes; it is
used as a key to move up through the menu tree, as a
recall key when recalling effect settings or parameter
“snapshots”, and together with the SHIFT key is used
to store snapshots, etc.
It is also used in the snapshot Direct Recall mode
(see “DIRECT RECALL” on page 27).
OperatingTip
When we describe making settings in the
Option menu, we assume that the menu is at
the top level, in other words, the top line of the
display reads
Option . If you press the
SHIFT and OPTION keys together to enter the
Option menu, and the top line of the display
does not show
Option , press the
ESCAPE/RECALL – STORE key until it does.
2.3 ENTER – FDR/PAN NULL
This key is used to enter sub-menus and to confirm
menu settings, etc. When used together with the
SHIFT key, it is used to adjust the physical position
of the channel faders and panpots to match the stored
positions from a snapshot.
2.4 MEMO – OPTION MONITOR
This key is used to enter and edit location memories
from an MMC device which provides MIDI time-
code information to the TM-D1000. When used
together with the SHIFT key, it is used to provide a
quick view of the settings made with the OPTION
key controlling the TM-D1000 operation.