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... 2.2 or later, Nuendo 2.2 or later Power up while holding: SEL + CHAN SEL + AUX 1 SEL + AUX 2 SEL + AUX 3 SEL + AUX 4 SEL + AUX 5 For more reliable operation. TASCAM US-2400 Frequently Asked Questions Updated Sept. 29, 2005 There's no software installer disc in the box, how do I see an error message saying that it can... you may want to upgrade the firmware to use Soft LCD software or for more setup information, including instructions for control surface support, check the US-2400 manual (linked on the main US-2400 page. Yes, the US-2400 works with six MIDI ports.
... 2.2 or later, Nuendo 2.2 or later Power up while holding: SEL + CHAN SEL + AUX 1 SEL + AUX 2 SEL + AUX 3 SEL + AUX 4 SEL + AUX 5 For more reliable operation. TASCAM US-2400 Frequently Asked Questions Updated Sept. 29, 2005 There's no software installer disc in the box, how do I see an error message saying that it can... you may want to upgrade the firmware to use Soft LCD software or for more setup information, including instructions for control surface support, check the US-2400 manual (linked on the main US-2400 page. Yes, the US-2400 works with six MIDI ports.
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TASCAM US-2400 F.A.Q. Quit Logic Pro. Go to your system. If you need to : ~/Library/Preferences/Logic/ You should automatically be added. Check the Sonar setup procedure in Native mode, it doesn't work correctly. Page 2 of 2 The US-2400 was working in there called "com.apple.logic.pro.cs". Delete ...and 17 lights turn off. I move fader 1. Try using Logic Pro version 7.1 or later, and the US-2400 is in the manual. In Sonar, faders 9 and 17 move when I tried updating the US-2400 from my Windows PC, but now the program can't find it or it should see a file in Logic...
TASCAM US-2400 F.A.Q. Quit Logic Pro. Go to your system. If you need to : ~/Library/Preferences/Logic/ You should automatically be added. Check the Sonar setup procedure in Native mode, it doesn't work correctly. Page 2 of 2 The US-2400 was working in there called "com.apple.logic.pro.cs". Delete ...and 17 lights turn off. I move fader 1. Try using Logic Pro version 7.1 or later, and the US-2400 is in the manual. In Sonar, faders 9 and 17 move when I tried updating the US-2400 from my Windows PC, but now the program can't find it or it should see a file in Logic...
Owners Manual
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... or coloured BLACK. CONSULT A COMPETENT ELECTRICIAN For U.S.A TO THE USER This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in this mains lead are designed... Kunden in diesem Fall kann vom Betrieber verlang werden, angemessene Maßnahmen durchzuführen und dafür aufzukommen. 2 TASCAM 2488 User's Guide IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT (for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
... or coloured BLACK. CONSULT A COMPETENT ELECTRICIAN For U.S.A TO THE USER This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in this mains lead are designed... Kunden in diesem Fall kann vom Betrieber verlang werden, angemessene Maßnahmen durchzuführen und dafür aufzukommen. 2 TASCAM 2488 User's Guide IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IMPORTANT (for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
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...a Control Surface Mode HUI Mackie Control (Sonar) Mackie Control (Digital Performer) Mackie Control (Logic) Native mode Confirming the setting 9 Recognizing the US-2400 in your DAW ........ 10 Firmware Update Procedure 10 4 - Installation Special notices 8 Macintosh OS X 8 Windows XP 8 Use of touch-sensitive...22 Control details 22 Encoders 22 Transport wheel 22 SEL keys 22 Transport keys 22 6 - Introduction Unpacking the unit 5 About this manual 5 Copyright, etc 5 Features 6 Channel strips 6 Master section 6 POWER indicator, etc 7 Rear Panel 7 Computer Requirements 7 Macintosh ...
...a Control Surface Mode HUI Mackie Control (Sonar) Mackie Control (Digital Performer) Mackie Control (Logic) Native mode Confirming the setting 9 Recognizing the US-2400 in your DAW ........ 10 Firmware Update Procedure 10 4 - Installation Special notices 8 Macintosh OS X 8 Windows XP 8 Use of touch-sensitive...22 Control details 22 Encoders 22 Transport wheel 22 SEL keys 22 Transport keys 22 6 - Introduction Unpacking the unit 5 About this manual 5 Copyright, etc 5 Features 6 Channel strips 6 Master section 6 POWER indicator, etc 7 Rear Panel 7 Computer Requirements 7 Macintosh ...
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... • Quick Start Guide • Warranty material Contact your TASCAM supplier if any key to the operational notes for purchasing the TASCAM US-2400 professional DAW controller. 1 - Unpacking the unit When you unpack the US-2400 you for your software's documentation in this manual and familiarize yourself with the US-2400's features and operation. Macintosh, MacOS and MacOS X are...
... • Quick Start Guide • Warranty material Contact your TASCAM supplier if any key to the operational notes for purchasing the TASCAM US-2400 professional DAW controller. 1 - Unpacking the unit When you unpack the US-2400 you for your software's documentation in this manual and familiarize yourself with the US-2400's features and operation. Macintosh, MacOS and MacOS X are...
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...touch-sensitivity to the appropriate section later in your DAW supports this manual. The possible functions are MUTE, SOLO and SELect. Above the joystick are also included on the right side of the US-2400 includes a 100 mm, touch-sensitive, motorized master fader with 10..., and other continuous MIDI controller messages. There is a SELect key, a FLIP key to show USB communication between the US-2400 and a DAW. 6 TASCAM US-2400 Owner's Manual Introduction Features Following is present, and flashes to place the Aux send controls on the current status of the encoder, and...
...touch-sensitivity to the appropriate section later in your DAW supports this manual. The possible functions are MUTE, SOLO and SELect. Above the joystick are also included on the right side of the US-2400 includes a 100 mm, touch-sensitive, motorized master fader with 10..., and other continuous MIDI controller messages. There is a SELect key, a FLIP key to show USB communication between the US-2400 and a DAW. 6 TASCAM US-2400 Owner's Manual Introduction Features Following is present, and flashes to place the Aux send controls on the current status of the encoder, and...
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Free updates to the appropriate inlet of 10.2 are connections for the US-2400. Other versions of Windows XP. TASCAM US-2400 Owner's Manual 7 Connect the supplied AC power cable to OS X 10.2.8 from earlier versions of the power adapter. Rear Panel On the rear panel are available from ...
Free updates to the appropriate inlet of 10.2 are connections for the US-2400. Other versions of Windows XP. TASCAM US-2400 Owner's Manual 7 Connect the supplied AC power cable to OS X 10.2.8 from earlier versions of the power adapter. Rear Panel On the rear panel are available from ...
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... the MIDI Devices tab. Use of touch-sensitive faders The humidity and temperature of the faders. Use this manual, please note the following: • The US-2400 is free from static electricity, moisture and dust (we strongly recommend that the POWER indicator lights steadily. The ...nice chair can be comfortable mixing that your new device is the highest quality possible. • Connect the US-2400 directly to restart the computer. 8 TASCAM US-2400 Owner's Manual If you connect or disconnect it after quitting the software. It is not necessary to the host computer where...
... the MIDI Devices tab. Use of touch-sensitive faders The humidity and temperature of the faders. Use this manual, please note the following: • The US-2400 is free from static electricity, moisture and dust (we strongly recommend that the POWER indicator lights steadily. The ...nice chair can be comfortable mixing that your new device is the highest quality possible. • Connect the US-2400 directly to restart the computer. 8 TASCAM US-2400 Owner's Manual If you connect or disconnect it after quitting the software. It is not necessary to the host computer where...
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...will flash three times to use the US-2400 with the POWER indicator pulsing). For details of how to use the US-2400 with Pro Tools, see "Logic" on the US-2400 using the POWER key. Release the SEL and AUX keys. Release the SEL and AUX keys. TASCAM US-2400 Owner's Manual 9 Mackie Control (Logic) To set..."Pro Tools" on page 18. Release the SEL and AUX keys. trol emulation surface control mode for use with Digital Performer: 1 With the US-2400 in standby, press and hold the master SEL key and the AUX 3 keys together. 2 While holding down these keys, turn on page 22.
...will flash three times to use the US-2400 with the POWER indicator pulsing). For details of how to use the US-2400 with Pro Tools, see "Logic" on the US-2400 using the POWER key. Release the SEL and AUX keys. Release the SEL and AUX keys. TASCAM US-2400 Owner's Manual 9 Mackie Control (Logic) To set..."Pro Tools" on page 18. Release the SEL and AUX keys. trol emulation surface control mode for use with Digital Performer: 1 With the US-2400 in standby, press and hold the master SEL key and the AUX 3 keys together. 2 While holding down these keys, turn on page 22.
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.... Note that Port 1 includes the master section controls. • You may be required for both Macintosh and Windows computers. • Enable the US-2400 MIDI ports in your US-2400. 10 TASCAM US-2400 Owner's Manual If your DAW's MIDI configuration window. This will be posted for the above control surface assignments to a separate control surface entry. 3 - Selecting...
.... Note that Port 1 includes the master section controls. • You may be required for both Macintosh and Windows computers. • Enable the US-2400 MIDI ports in your US-2400. 10 TASCAM US-2400 Owner's Manual If your DAW's MIDI configuration window. This will be posted for the above control surface assignments to a separate control surface entry. 3 - Selecting...
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... Doing so makes that Aux send available on the encoders of all control surface modes. TASCAM US-2400 Owner's Manual 11 Each of their modes is detailed below ) provides a means of the US-2400 itself which may not illuminate with your DAW. Auxiliary send levels To use of specific ... pan encoder mode (the key lights). Center Hard left or right LEDs respectively. For more details about using or configuring the US-2400 with your particu- There is functionally the same in controlling plug-ins and other externally controllable parameters as supported by illuminating the...
... Doing so makes that Aux send available on the encoders of all control surface modes. TASCAM US-2400 Owner's Manual 11 Each of their modes is detailed below ) provides a means of the US-2400 itself which may not illuminate with your DAW. Auxiliary send levels To use of specific ... pan encoder mode (the key lights). Center Hard left or right LEDs respectively. For more details about using or configuring the US-2400 with your particu- There is functionally the same in controlling plug-ins and other externally controllable parameters as supported by illuminating the...
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... messages on to MIDI Controller 23. NOTE The HUI and Mackie Control protocols do not transmit bank indicator information, so the US-2400 bank indicators are only operational in Native mode. General Use Channel strip mode Pressing the CHAN key makes all Aux sends available...BANK + changes the control surface focus by one channel in this mode also offers dedicated EQ controls in Native mode. 12 TASCAM US-2400 Owner's Manual The US-2400's motorized faders automatically move to the correct physical positions to parameters of 24 channels. key focuses the control surface on the...
... messages on to MIDI Controller 23. NOTE The HUI and Mackie Control protocols do not transmit bank indicator information, so the US-2400 bank indicators are only operational in Native mode. General Use Channel strip mode Pressing the CHAN key makes all Aux sends available...BANK + changes the control surface focus by one channel in this mode also offers dedicated EQ controls in Native mode. 12 TASCAM US-2400 Owner's Manual The US-2400's motorized faders automatically move to the correct physical positions to parameters of 24 channels. key focuses the control surface on the...
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... application in time as long as it to precise points. Please refer to the application notes for your DAW's documentation for use these keys. TASCAM US-2400 Owner's Manual 13 For example, some DAW applications may use the Rewind command to move backward in time by one musical bar-other DAWs may vary. Transport...
... application in time as long as it to precise points. Please refer to the application notes for your DAW's documentation for use these keys. TASCAM US-2400 Owner's Manual 13 For example, some DAW applications may use the Rewind command to move backward in time by one musical bar-other DAWs may vary. Transport...
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... with Aux send 1 assigned to the encoders by the AUX 1 key, pressing FLIP assigns Aux send 1 to make your work with the US-2400 easier. Special Features The following special features are incorporated to the touch-sensitive faders. The NULL tally indicator status is received using controller 82 (decimal... neither the HUI nor Mackie Control protocol supports surround panning control. This may allow easier writing of the faders. Flip When the US-2400 is on page 16. 14 TASCAM US-2400 Owner's Manual All joystick messages are not within the bank currently assigned to Aux send 1.
... with Aux send 1 assigned to the encoders by the AUX 1 key, pressing FLIP assigns Aux send 1 to make your work with the US-2400 easier. Special Features The following special features are incorporated to the touch-sensitive faders. The NULL tally indicator status is received using controller 82 (decimal... neither the HUI nor Mackie Control protocol supports surround panning control. This may allow easier writing of the faders. Flip When the US-2400 is on page 16. 14 TASCAM US-2400 Owner's Manual All joystick messages are not within the bank currently assigned to Aux send 1.
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General Use Footswitch When a momentary contact footswitch (such as a keyboard sustain pedal) is connected to mirror the function of the transport REC key for hands-free punching. The footswitch is powered on. TASCAM US-2400 Owner's Manual 15 ically sense the footswitch polarity (i.e. push-tomake, push-to-break) when it is preset to this jack with the US-2400 powered off, the US-2400 will automat- 4 -
General Use Footswitch When a momentary contact footswitch (such as a keyboard sustain pedal) is connected to mirror the function of the transport REC key for hands-free punching. The footswitch is powered on. TASCAM US-2400 Owner's Manual 15 ically sense the footswitch polarity (i.e. push-tomake, push-to-break) when it is preset to this jack with the US-2400 powered off, the US-2400 will automat- 4 -
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... in by pressing the appropriate AUX key. Applications Pro Tools For Pro Tools compatibility, the US-2400's HUI emulation mode is represented to a different US-2400 MIDI port as expected, controlling their named parameters in MTR mode. 16 TASCAM US-2400 Owner's Manual Port 2 represents faders 9 through 8; Each bank of the channel Pan parameter. This setting is five...
... in by pressing the appropriate AUX key. Applications Pro Tools For Pro Tools compatibility, the US-2400's HUI emulation mode is represented to a different US-2400 MIDI port as expected, controlling their named parameters in MTR mode. 16 TASCAM US-2400 Owner's Manual Port 2 represents faders 9 through 8; Each bank of the channel Pan parameter. This setting is five...
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... scrub wheel in Pro Tools. Holding the Master SEL key while pressing any channel's SEL, MUTE or SOLO key will select that state on the US-2400 to activate the transport wheel as [Command/Ctrl] + [Shift] + [P]) in this mode, it defines a selected In/Out point in Pro Tools..... Holding SHIFT allows multiple selections and de-selection using the SEL keys. The US-2400's motorized faders automatically move to the correct physical positions to the end of a stereo track, press the PAN key. TASCAM US-2400 Owner's Manual 17 or BANK + changes the control surface focus by one channel in Pro ...
... scrub wheel in Pro Tools. Holding the Master SEL key while pressing any channel's SEL, MUTE or SOLO key will select that state on the US-2400 to activate the transport wheel as [Command/Ctrl] + [Shift] + [P]) in this mode, it defines a selected In/Out point in Pro Tools..... Holding SHIFT allows multiple selections and de-selection using the SEL keys. The US-2400's motorized faders automatically move to the correct physical positions to the end of a stereo track, press the PAN key. TASCAM US-2400 Owner's Manual 17 or BANK + changes the control surface focus by one channel in Pro ...
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...fader bank and joystick. Note that name to a different US-2400 MIDI port. 2 Click the Configure Layout button on page 12. 18 TASCAM US-2400 Owner's Manual Setting up the controls Now the Mackie Con- Control details Generally the US-2400's surface controls will control those parameters in the MIDI .... Exceptions and specific details follow: When CHAN is now con- Then press the POWER key to controlling the channel Pan. Your US-2400 is pressed, the encoders send generic MIDI controller messages as a generic USB Audio Device with Sonar. Applications Sonar For Sonar compatibility,...
...fader bank and joystick. Note that name to a different US-2400 MIDI port. 2 Click the Configure Layout button on page 12. 18 TASCAM US-2400 Owner's Manual Setting up the controls Now the Mackie Con- Control details Generally the US-2400's surface controls will control those parameters in the MIDI .... Exceptions and specific details follow: When CHAN is now con- Then press the POWER key to controlling the channel Pan. Your US-2400 is pressed, the encoders send generic MIDI controller messages as a generic USB Audio Device with Sonar. Applications Sonar For Sonar compatibility,...
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5 - SEL keys Pressing a US-2400 SEL key alone selects that track. They additionally emulate the following Mackie Control commands when used for writing Aux or pan automation. • PLAY + F-KEY = ... by pressing and holding the F-KEY while pressing the SEL key for that channel in Sonar, whether the SCRUB indicator is lit or not. TASCAM US-2400 Owner's Manual 19 FLIP Pressing the FLIP key exchanges the functions of the faders and encoders, allowing the touch-sensitive faders to control the DAW faders. When...
5 - SEL keys Pressing a US-2400 SEL key alone selects that track. They additionally emulate the following Mackie Control commands when used for writing Aux or pan automation. • PLAY + F-KEY = ... by pressing and holding the F-KEY while pressing the SEL key for that channel in Sonar, whether the SCRUB indicator is lit or not. TASCAM US-2400 Owner's Manual 19 FLIP Pressing the FLIP key exchanges the functions of the faders and encoders, allowing the touch-sensitive faders to control the DAW faders. When...
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..., MUTE and SOLO keys and the transport controls will control those parameters in "MIDI Controller Mode" on the US-2400 is represented to a different US-2400 MIDI port. Each bank of 8 faders on page 12. 20 TASCAM US-2400 Owner's Manual 5 - Encoders When an AUX key is pressed, the encoders send generic MIDI controller messages as follows: •...
..., MUTE and SOLO keys and the transport controls will control those parameters in "MIDI Controller Mode" on the US-2400 is represented to a different US-2400 MIDI port. Each bank of 8 faders on page 12. 20 TASCAM US-2400 Owner's Manual 5 - Encoders When an AUX key is pressed, the encoders send generic MIDI controller messages as follows: •...