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...located close enough to the AC outlet so that you can cause hearing loss. •• Use the included AC adaptor (TASCAM PS-1225L) and power cord set with a power supply cord that has a 3-prong grounding plug. Replace only with the...the apparatus. Doing so could cause malfunction, fire or electrical shock. •• Do not use the included AC adaptor (TASCAM PS-1225L) and power cord set with this apparatus in a confined space such as a book case or similar unit. ...been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 3 TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF
...located close enough to the AC outlet so that you can cause hearing loss. •• Use the included AC adaptor (TASCAM PS-1225L) and power cord set with a power supply cord that has a 3-prong grounding plug. Replace only with the...the apparatus. Doing so could cause malfunction, fire or electrical shock. •• Do not use the included AC adaptor (TASCAM PS-1225L) and power cord set with this apparatus in a confined space such as a book case or similar unit. ...been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. 3 TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF
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...− Troubleshooting 31 Related to mixer settings 31 Related to recording with headphones 21 Using AUX 1 for your records. Model number Serial number 4 TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF Contents 1 − Introduction 5 Main features 5 Included items 5 About this manual 5 Trademarks 6 Precautions and notes for placement and use 6 ... other sound sources and audio equipment (line level sound sources 16 Setting the internal effects return channels (M-164FX and M-164UF).......... 16 Turning the power on and putting the mixer in standby 17 Before turning the power on 17 Turning on...
...− Troubleshooting 31 Related to mixer settings 31 Related to recording with headphones 21 Using AUX 1 for your records. Model number Serial number 4 TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF Contents 1 − Introduction 5 Main features 5 Included items 5 About this manual 5 Trademarks 6 Precautions and notes for placement and use 6 ... other sound sources and audio equipment (line level sound sources 16 Setting the internal effects return channels (M-164FX and M-164UF).......... 16 Turning the power on and putting the mixer in standby 17 Before turning the power on 17 Turning on...
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...8226;• Main unit 1 •• AC adaptor (TASCAM PS-1225L 1 •• USB cable (M-164UF only 1 •• CD-ROM (Driver, M-164UF only 1 •• DVD-ROM (Cubase LE4, M-164UF only 1 •• Cubase LE4 Quick Start Guide (Driver, M-164UF only 1 •• A warranty card 1 •...is fixed to damage the items. Keep the package materials for the internal effects •• On M-164UF mixers, audio signals from our website (http://www.tascam.com/). Please contact the store where you will enjoy using the unit. 5 TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF
...8226;• Main unit 1 •• AC adaptor (TASCAM PS-1225L 1 •• USB cable (M-164UF only 1 •• CD-ROM (Driver, M-164UF only 1 •• DVD-ROM (Cubase LE4, M-164UF only 1 •• Cubase LE4 Quick Start Guide (Driver, M-164UF only 1 •• A warranty card 1 •...is fixed to damage the items. Keep the package materials for the internal effects •• On M-164UF mixers, audio signals from our website (http://www.tascam.com/). Please contact the store where you will enjoy using the unit. 5 TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF
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and other equipment, and loss of data. Doing so could damage the surface. 6 TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF CAUTION Instructions that generates a strong magnetic field. Precautions and notes for example. Do not wipe with a diluted neutral cleanser. ...; Other company names, product names and logos in special situation and supplement. In addition, avoid placement in the U.S. Trademarks •• TASCAM is a registered trademark of TEAC Corporation. •• Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United...
and other equipment, and loss of data. Doing so could damage the surface. 6 TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF CAUTION Instructions that generates a strong magnetic field. Precautions and notes for example. Do not wipe with a diluted neutral cleanser. ...; Other company names, product names and logos in special situation and supplement. In addition, avoid placement in the U.S. Trademarks •• TASCAM is a registered trademark of TEAC Corporation. •• Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United...
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...LOW knob adjusts the low frequency range with a roll-off frequency of 12 kHz and a boost/cut range of ±15 dB. 7 TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF The EQ HI knob adjusts the high frequency range with the two switches at the MONITOR section. 4 indicator Lights when the mixer power has... the rear panel. 5 +48V indicator Lights when the phantom power has been turned ON using the PHANTOM (+48V) switch on the rear panel. * M-164FX, M-164UF only ** M-164UF only 6 TRIM knobs (channels 1-6) Use to a computer by USB. 2 Input channel meters Display the input level of each have a 2-band EQ. Top panel ...
...LOW knob adjusts the low frequency range with a roll-off frequency of 12 kHz and a boost/cut range of ±15 dB. 7 TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF The EQ HI knob adjusts the high frequency range with the two switches at the MONITOR section. 4 indicator Lights when the mixer power has... the rear panel. 5 +48V indicator Lights when the phantom power has been turned ON using the PHANTOM (+48V) switch on the rear panel. * M-164FX, M-164UF only ** M-164UF only 6 TRIM knobs (channels 1-6) Use to a computer by USB. 2 Input channel meters Display the input level of each have a 2-band EQ. Top panel ...
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... bus signal can monitor the stereo, SUB or AUX 1 bus. y SUB switches (all channels) Use to adjust the levels of channel signals sent. 8 TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF i PHONO ON switch (channels 9-10) Turn this jack to channels 9-10. u Channel faders (all channels) Turn ON (push switch in . The connected... (channels 1-6) These channels each have a 3-band EQ. When ON (switch pushed in to the AUX 1 bus. o* EFFECT rotary knob (M-164FX and M-164UF only) Use to the internal effects. Turn OFF to the AUX 1 bus. The EQ LOW knob adjusts the low frequency range with a roll-off frequency...
... bus signal can monitor the stereo, SUB or AUX 1 bus. y SUB switches (all channels) Use to adjust the levels of channel signals sent. 8 TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF i PHONO ON switch (channels 9-10) Turn this jack to channels 9-10. u Channel faders (all channels) Turn ON (push switch in . The connected... (channels 1-6) These channels each have a 3-band EQ. When ON (switch pushed in to the AUX 1 bus. o* EFFECT rotary knob (M-164FX and M-164UF only) Use to the internal effects. Turn OFF to the AUX 1 bus. The EQ LOW knob adjusts the low frequency range with a roll-off frequency...
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... 11-12, 13-14 and 15-16 pairs. SUB fader This is the stereo bus output fader. 9 TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF l TO AUX 1 switch(es) The M-164 has one switch each for channels 13-14. The M-164UF has one switch for both channel 13-14 and 15-16 pairs. z ST fader This is the SUB...
... 11-12, 13-14 and 15-16 pairs. SUB fader This is the stereo bus output fader. 9 TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF l TO AUX 1 switch(es) The M-164 has one switch each for channels 13-14. The M-164UF has one switch for both channel 13-14 and 15-16 pairs. z ST fader This is the SUB...
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... 3-pole balanced and 2-pole unbalanced standard plugs can also be connected to these unbalanced input jacks. n DC IN 12V Connect the included AC adaptor (TASCAM PS-1225L) here. The RCA pin jacks (L, R) output unbalanced signals. , PHANTOM (+48V) switch Use this jack with part of the metal frame...standard plugs can be hot. If a connection is only made to the L/MONO input jack, the signal is ON. 10 TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF * *M-164UFPOMZ . On M-164FX and M-164UF mixers, do not connect anything to this to both left and right channels. When doing so, also connect the grounding wire ...
... 3-pole balanced and 2-pole unbalanced standard plugs can also be connected to these unbalanced input jacks. n DC IN 12V Connect the included AC adaptor (TASCAM PS-1225L) here. The RCA pin jacks (L, R) output unbalanced signals. , PHANTOM (+48V) switch Use this jack with part of the metal frame...standard plugs can be hot. If a connection is only made to the L/MONO input jack, the signal is ON. 10 TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF * *M-164UFPOMZ . On M-164FX and M-164UF mixers, do not connect anything to this to both left and right channels. When doing so, also connect the grounding wire ...
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If a connection is only made to the L/MONO input jack, the signal is sent to these input jacks. TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF 11 2 − Names and Functions of Parts $* USB port (M-164UF ONLY) Connect the mixer to a computer from this port using the included USB cable. % 7-8 input jacks (standard jacks) The outputs of electronic instruments, audio equipment and other line level signals can be connected to both left and right channels. Both 3-pole balanced and 2-pole unbalanced standard plugs can be connected.
If a connection is only made to the L/MONO input jack, the signal is sent to these input jacks. TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF 11 2 − Names and Functions of Parts $* USB port (M-164UF ONLY) Connect the mixer to a computer from this port using the included USB cable. % 7-8 input jacks (standard jacks) The outputs of electronic instruments, audio equipment and other line level signals can be connected to both left and right channels. Both 3-pole balanced and 2-pole unbalanced standard plugs can be connected.
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... source connections." When connecting the cord, pass it from the same line. See "5-Using with a Computer (M-164UF)" for example, use a heavy cable with a computer. Use of a different AC adaptor could break the line. 12 TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF The cord holder is set the mixer to standby. •• Plug in all the equipment...
... source connections." When connecting the cord, pass it from the same line. See "5-Using with a Computer (M-164UF)" for example, use a heavy cable with a computer. Use of a different AC adaptor could break the line. 12 TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF The cord holder is set the mixer to standby. •• Plug in all the equipment...
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3 − Preparation for Use Connection example 1: Using an M-164 with multiple mics and for background music in a club External effect unit Connect mics to MIC (1-6) Stereo amplifier CD player Record player Headphones iPod TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF 13
3 − Preparation for Use Connection example 1: Using an M-164 with multiple mics and for background music in a club External effect unit Connect mics to MIC (1-6) Stereo amplifier CD player Record player Headphones iPod TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF 13
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3 − Preparation for Use Connection example 2: Using an M-164UF for recording in a home studio External effect unit Electronic keyboard Stereo amplifier Connect mics to MIC (1-6) 7-8 (L, R) Stereo amplifier Stereo amplifier CD player USB Rhythm machine Computer Headphones 14 TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF
3 − Preparation for Use Connection example 2: Using an M-164UF for recording in a home studio External effect unit Electronic keyboard Stereo amplifier Connect mics to MIC (1-6) 7-8 (L, R) Stereo amplifier Stereo amplifier CD player USB Rhythm machine Computer Headphones 14 TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF
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... you can also be connected and set their levels independently with unbalanced inputs. Connecting mics Connect mics to the channel 1-6 MIC input jacks (XLR). TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF 15 The mixer stereo bus output is convenient for Use Making stereo output connections CAUTION Turn the power OFF on the rear panel ON. Connect...
... you can also be connected and set their levels independently with unbalanced inputs. Connecting mics Connect mics to the channel 1-6 MIC input jacks (XLR). TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF 15 The mixer stereo bus output is convenient for Use Making stereo output connections CAUTION Turn the power OFF on the rear panel ON. Connect...
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... unbalanced sound sources. •• If a mono sound source is connected to both channels 13 and 14. •• On M-164FX and M-164UF mixers, if the INT. EFFECT RTN switch in , setting channels 15-16 as the return channels. 3 − Preparation for connecting iPods and similar... to the SIGNAL GND jack. •• The mixer channel functions include a 2-band EQ, AUX 1 and 2 sends and balance. 16 TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF ªª Channels 11-12 •• Connect a stereo sound source using the channel Channels 7-16 are balanced, but they can also ...
... unbalanced sound sources. •• If a mono sound source is connected to both channels 13 and 14. •• On M-164FX and M-164UF mixers, if the INT. EFFECT RTN switch in , setting channels 15-16 as the return channels. 3 − Preparation for connecting iPods and similar... to the SIGNAL GND jack. •• The mixer channel functions include a 2-band EQ, AUX 1 and 2 sends and balance. 16 TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF ªª Channels 11-12 •• Connect a stereo sound source using the channel Channels 7-16 are balanced, but they can also ...
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..., do not use the STEREO IN jack on the rear panel of the mixer. Set the EQ, PAN and BAL knobs to the left (minimum). TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF 17 3 − Preparation for Use 15-16 STEREO IN jack on the top panel, select channels 13-14 as follows. EFFECT RTN switch so...
..., do not use the STEREO IN jack on the rear panel of the mixer. Set the EQ, PAN and BAL knobs to the left (minimum). TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF 17 3 − Preparation for Use 15-16 STEREO IN jack on the top panel, select channels 13-14 as follows. EFFECT RTN switch so...
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Input channel level meter 18 TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF If monitoring with the PHONES LEVEL knob slightly. With this set, the level of each input signal. The following explanation assumes that the STEREO OUTPUTS ...
Input channel level meter 18 TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF If monitoring with the PHONES LEVEL knob slightly. With this set, the level of each input signal. The following explanation assumes that the STEREO OUTPUTS ...
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... HI, MID and LOW frequency boost and cut adjustment ranges of 80 Hz or less by -12 dB/octave. The MID band is a shelving EQ. TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF 19 5 Raise the channel fader. 4 − Using the mixer Using the mixer channel functions High-pass filter (HPF) Press the HPF switch to turn...
... HI, MID and LOW frequency boost and cut adjustment ranges of 80 Hz or less by -12 dB/octave. The MID band is a shelving EQ. TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF 19 5 Raise the channel fader. 4 − Using the mixer Using the mixer channel functions High-pass filter (HPF) Press the HPF switch to turn...
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...before fader adjustment so the fader position has no effect. The signal sent to the internal effects. (See "Using internal effects (M-164FX and M-164UF)" on page 23.) 20 TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF When the PRE switch is ON (switch pushed in ), the signal is sent to a monitoring setup on the AUX 1 bus. 4 ...AUX 2 bus signal that is output from the main mix. CH 1-6 7-8 9-10 PRE AUX 1 switch knob CH 13-14 (M-164) 13-14, 15-16 (M-164FX) 13-14, 15-16 (M-164UF) TO AUX 1 switch AUX MASTER 1 knob AUX SEND 1 jack MONITOR SECTION PHONES jack You can also monitor the AUX 1 ...
...before fader adjustment so the fader position has no effect. The signal sent to the internal effects. (See "Using internal effects (M-164FX and M-164UF)" on page 23.) 20 TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF When the PRE switch is ON (switch pushed in ), the signal is sent to a monitoring setup on the AUX 1 bus. 4 ...AUX 2 bus signal that is output from the main mix. CH 1-6 7-8 9-10 PRE AUX 1 switch knob CH 13-14 (M-164) 13-14, 15-16 (M-164FX) 13-14, 15-16 (M-164UF) TO AUX 1 switch AUX MASTER 1 knob AUX SEND 1 jack MONITOR SECTION PHONES jack You can also monitor the AUX 1 ...
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... stereo headphones to the PHONES jack on page 21.) TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF 21 Prefader signals cannot be used to send post-fader signals to set the left -right stereo position of a channel easily. The TO AUX 1 switches on channels 13-14 on M-164UF, can be sent to the stereo and SUB busses. Turn... You can be sent to the AUX 1 bus for stage and cue monitoring setups, as on channels 15-16 on M-164FX and M-164UF mixers and channels 11-12 on all M-164 mixers, as well as explained in "AUX sends" in either the upper or lower switch to monitor the AUX 1 send bus...
... stereo headphones to the PHONES jack on page 21.) TASCAM M-164/M-164FX/M-164UF 21 Prefader signals cannot be used to send post-fader signals to set the left -right stereo position of a channel easily. The TO AUX 1 switches on channels 13-14 on M-164UF, can be sent to the stereo and SUB busses. Turn... You can be sent to the AUX 1 bus for stage and cue monitoring setups, as on channels 15-16 on M-164FX and M-164UF mixers and channels 11-12 on all M-164 mixers, as well as explained in "AUX sends" in either the upper or lower switch to monitor the AUX 1 send bus...