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D01359100D

SERIES 8p Dyna

MICROPHONE PREAMP

2 TASCAM SERIES 8p Dyna

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TASCAM SERIES 8p Dyna 3

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT

EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

For U.S.A.

Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity

Model Number: SERIES 8p Dyna

Trade Name: TASCAM

Responsible party: TEAC AMERICA, INC.

Address: 10410 Pioneer Blvd., Unit #1, Santa Fe Springs,

California 90670, U.S.A

Telephone number: 1-323-726-0303

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation

is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may

not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept

any interference received, including interference that may

cause undesired operation.

INFORMATION TO THE USER

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with

the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the

FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable

protection against harmful interference in a residential

installation.

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. However, there is no guarantee that

interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or

television reception, which can be determined by turning the

equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct

the interference by one or more of the following measures.

a) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

b) Increase the separation between the equipment and

receiver.

c) Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different

from that to which the receiver is connected.

d) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician

for help.

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 Canada

THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN

ICES-003.

CET APPAREIL NUMERIQUE DE LA CLASSE B EST CONFORME A

LA NORME NMB-003 DU CANADA.

This product complies with the European

Directives request and the other Commission

Regulations.

This product complies with applicable UK

regulations.

1. Read these instructions.

2. Keep these instructions.

3. Heed all warnings.

4. Follow all instructions.

5. Do not use this apparatus near water.

6. Clean only with dry cloth.

7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance

with the manufacturer’s instructions.

8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat

registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers)

that produce heat.

9. Do 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.

• The apparatus draws nominal non-operating power from the

AC outlet with its POWER or STANDBY/ON switch not in the

ON position.

• The mains plug is used as the disconnect device, the

disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

• Caution should be taken when using earphones or

headphones with the product because excessive sound

pressure (volume) from earphones or headphones can cause

hearing loss.

• If you are experiencing problems with this product, contact

TEAC for a service referral. Do not use the product until it has

been repaired.

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CAUTION

• 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 should be located close enough to the AC

outlet so that you can easily grasp the power cord plug at

any time.

• If the product uses batteries (including a battery pack

or installed batteries), they should not be exposed to

sunshine, fire or excessive heat.

• CAUTION for products that use replaceable lithium

batteries: there is danger of explosion if a battery is

replaced with an incorrect type of battery. Replace only

with the same or equivalent type.

• Installed battery subjected to extremely low air pressure

may result in an explosion or the leakage of flammable

liquid or gas.

For European Customers

Disposal of electrical and electronic equipment

(a) All electrical and electronic equipment should be disposed

of separately from the municipal waste stream via

collection facilities designated by the government or local

authorities.

(b) By disposing of electrical and electronic equipment

correctly, you will help save valuable resources and

prevent any potential negative effects on human health

and the environment.

(c) Improper disposal of waste electrical and electronic

equipment can have serious effects on the environment

and human health because of the presence of hazardous

substances in the equipment.

(d) The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment

(WEEE) symbol, which shows a wheeled bin that

has been crossed out, indicates that electrical

and electronic equipment must be collected and

disposed of separately from household waste.

(e) Return and collection systems are available to end users.

For more detailed information about the disposal of old

electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your

city office, waste disposal service or the shop where you

purchased the equipment.

RACK-MOUNTING THE UNIT

Use the supplied rackmount screw kit to mount the unit in a

standard 19-inch rack, as shown below.

Remove the feet of the unit before mounting.

ATTENTION

i Leave 1U of space above the unit for ventilation.

i Allow at least 10 cm (4 in) at the rear of the unit for

ventilation.

CAUTION

• DO NOT REMOVE THE EXTERNAL CASES OR CABINETS TO

EXPOSE THE ELECTRONICS. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS

ARE INSIDE.

• IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH THIS PRODUCT,

CONTACT THE STORE WHERE YOU PURCHASED THE UNIT FOR

A SERVICE REFERRAL. DO NOT USE THE PRODUCT UNTIL IT

HAS BEEN REPAIRED.

• USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF

PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY

RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE

The nameplate is located on the bottom of the unit as shown

below.

Front side

Nameplate

TASCAM SERIES 8p Dyna 5

Contents

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..................................... 3

Introduction ............................................................................. 5

Features .................................................................................... 5

Included items ......................................................................... 6

Conventions used in this manual ........................................... 6

About TASCAM customer support service ............................. 6

Precautions for placement and use ........................................ 6

Beware of condensation ......................................................... 6

Cleaning the unit ..................................................................... 6

Product registration ................................................................ 6

Using the TEAC Global Site ..................................................... 6

Names and functions of parts ................................................ 7

Front panel ................................................................................................. 7

Rear panel ...................................................................................................9

Connecting the power ...........................................................10

Changing the outlet plug .................................................................. 10

Connecting other equipment ............................................... 11

Audio connections ............................................................................... 11

Switching the sample clock ..................................................12

Synchronizing with digital devices ...................................... 13

Making connections to use an OPTICAL OUT (S/MUX) of this

unit as the clock master ...................................................................... 13

Making connections to use the word clock of this unit as the

clock master ............................................................................................ 14

Making connections to use the word clock of a connected

unit as the clock master ...................................................................... 15

Connecting two of these units to synchronize them .............. 16

Specifications .........................................................................17

Ratings ...................................................................................................... 17

Analog audio input ratings ............................................................... 17

Analog outputs ...................................................................................... 17

Digital audio output ratings ............................................................. 17

Control input/output ........................................................................... 17

Audio performance .............................................................................. 18

General ..................................................................................................... 18

Dimensional drawings ........................................................................ 18

Introduction

Thank you very much for purchasing a TASCAM SERIES 8p Dyna

MICROPHONE PREAMP.

Before connecting and using this unit, please take time to

read this manual thoroughly to ensure you understand how to

properly set it up and connect it, as well as how to use its many

useful and convenient functions. After you have finished reading

this manual, please keep it in a safe place for future reference.

You can also download this Owner’s Manual from the TEAC

Global Site (https://teac-global.com/).

Features

pTASCAM HDIA mic preamps use instrumentation amplifiers

and have outstanding specifications, enabling them to

provide clear natural sound with super-low noise

pSupport for high-resolution recording formats up to

24-bit/192kHz

p8 balanced combo XLR/TRS combo input jacks

pChannel 1–2 instrument (INST) inputs on the front for guitars,

basses and other instruments with high-impedance output

p+48V phantom power can be provided to each input channel

independently

pEach input channel has its own single-knob analog

compressor that includes true bypass

pAnalog overload, compressor and digital indicators as well as

level meters on the front panel

p2 S/MUX optical ports can output all 8 usable inputs even

when 96kHz sampling is used

o 8 outputs at 44.1/48 kHz

o 8 outputs at 88.2/96 kHz

o 4 outputs at 176.4/192 kHz

p25P D-Sub and 8 TRS analog balanced outputs support a

variety of connections with other equipment

pIN/OUT BNC connectors (with IN/OUT/THRU switch) for

flexible audio clock connections

pAC adapter (PS-P1230) included with 3 alternate plugs

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Included items

This product includes the following items.

Take care when opening the package to avoid damaging the

items. Keep the box and packing materials for transportation in

the future.

Please contact the store where you purchased this unit if any

of these items are missing or have been damaged during

transportation.

pMain unit ................................................................................................x 1

pAC adapter (PS-P1230) (with 3 alternate plugs) ....................... x 1

pRackmount screw kit .......................................................................... x 1

pOwner’s Manual (this document) including warranty ...........x 1

pTASCAM ID registration guide ........................................................x 1

ATTENTION

Always use the included AC adapter (PS-P1230) when using

this unit. Never use the included AC adapter with any other

device. Doing so could cause damage, fire or electric shock.

NOTE

The included AC adapter (PS-P1230) is shipped with alternate

outlet plugs. Please see “Changing the outlet plug” on page

10.

Conventions used in this manual

As necessary, additional information is provided under TIP, NOTE

and CAUTION headings.

TIP

These are tips about how to use the unit.

NOTE

These provide additional explanations and describe special

cases.

ATTENTION

Failure to follow these instructions could result in damage to

equipment or lost data, for example.

VCAUTION

Failure to follow these instructions could result in injury.

About TASCAM customer support

service

TASCAM products are supported and warrantied only in their

country/region of purchase.

To receive support after purchase, on the TASCAM Distributors

list page of the TEAC Global Site (https:// teac-global.com/), search

for the local company or representative for the region where

you purchased the product and contact that organization.

When making inquiries, the address (URL) of the shop or

web shop where it was purchased and the purchase date are

required. Moreover, the warranty card and proof of purchase

might also be necessary.

Precautions for placement and use

pThe operating temperature range of this unit is 0–40 °C.

pDo not install this unit in the following types of locations.

Doing so could make the sound quality worse or cause

malfunction.

Places with significant vibrations

Next to a window or in another location exposed to direct

sunlight

Near heaters or other extremely hot places

Extremely cold places

Very humid or poorly ventilated places

Very dusty places

pTo enable good heat dissipation, do not place anything on

top of the unit.

pDo not place this unit on top of a power amplifier or other

device that generates heat.

Beware of condensation

Condensation could occur if the unit is moved from a cold place

to a warm place, it is used immediately after a cold room has

been heated or it is otherwise exposed to a sudden temperature

change.

To prevent this, or if this occurs, let the unit sit for one or two

hours at the new room temperature before using it.

Cleaning the unit

Use a dry soft cloth to wipe the unit clean. Do not wipe

with chemical cleaning cloths, thinner, alcohol or other

chemical agents. Doing so could damage the surface or cause

discoloration.

Using the TEAC Global Site

You can download updates for this unit from the TEAC Global

Site:

https://teac-global.com/

In the TASCAM Downloads section, select the desired language

to open the Downloads website page for that language.

TASCAM SERIES 8p Dyna 7

Names and functions of parts

Front panel

1 switch

Press to turn the unit on and to put it into standby.

2 1-2 input jacks

These analog inputs are XLR/TRS combo jacks.

They can support high impedance input, including direct

guitar input.

oXLR (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)

oTRS (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)

Use the input switches (6) to select balanced line (MIC/LINE)

or high-impedance (INST) input for the TRS jacks.

When directly connecting a guitar, bass or other high-

impedance output, set the input switch (6) to INST.

Use the GAIN knobs (1–2) to set input gains.

3 GAIN knobs

Use GAIN knobs 1–8 to adjust the input gain of each channel

independently.

4 +48V indicators

These indicators light when their input switches (6) are set

to +48V.

5 Level meter area

This shows input signal levels.

6 Input switches

Set according to the input sources of input jacks 1–2.

INST: Select when directly connecting a guitar, bass or

other high-impedance instrument. This makes it an

unbalanced input for high impedance.

MIC/LINE: Select when connecting a balanced-output mic or

line-level-output device.

+48V: This provides +48V phantom power to the 1-2 XLR

input jacks.

ATTENTION

i Do not connect or disconnect mics when these switches are

set to +48V.

i Do not supply phantom power to an unbalanced dynamic

mic.

i Supplying phantom power to some ribbon mics will break

them. If you are unsure, do not supply phantom power to a

ribbon mic.

7 COMP knobs

Use these knobs to adjust the threshold levels, which are the

levels when compression begins to be applied to the signals

input to each channel.

8 +48V switch/indicator

Use these switches to supply +48V phantom power to the

MIC/LINE INPUT 3-8 jacks on the back of the unit.

Phantom power can be set for each input channel

independently.

When the +48V switch is on, it lights and provides +48V

phantom power to the XLR connector of the input jack.

ATTENTION

i Do not connect or disconnect mics when a switch is on.

i Do not supply phantom power to an unbalanced dynamic

mic.

i Supplying phantom power to some ribbon mics could break

them. If you are unsure, do not supply phantom power to a

ribbon mic.

9 Sample clock switch

Set the sample clock source to the unit’s internal clock, and

set the sampling frequency. (see “Switching the sample clock”

on page 12)

The sample clock indicators (e) light according to the

currently active sampling frequency being used by the unit

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Level meter area details

0 OL indicators

These light when input signals reach 3 dB below the

maximum input level.

Check if they are lighting and adjust the input gain.

q COMP indicators

These indicators light dimly when compressors are enabled.

They light brightly when compressors are activated by input

signals exceeding their threshold values.

w Level meters

This shows input signal levels after input gain adjustments.

e Sample clock indicators

These indicators light according to the sampling frequency

currently used by the unit.

When the EXT indicator is lit, the unit is using external clock.

When in sample clock source set up mode, the selected

sample clock source will blink repeatedly at short intervals.

(see “Switching the sample clock” on page 12)

NOTE

i When operating using external clock, the EXT indicator

will blink when external clock is not being input. When this

happens, the unit will automatically switch to internal clock.

i When the EXT indicator is blinking (when the unit has

automatically switched to internal clock because external

clock is not being input even though set to use external

clock), that clock frequency will also start blinking if external

clock is input again.

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Rear panel

r OPTICAL OUT (S/MUX) connectors

These connectors output multichannel digital audio in

optical format.

44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4 and 192 kHz sampling frequencies are

supported.

88.2/96 kHz is supported by S/MUX2, and 176.4/192 kHz is

supported by S/MUX4.

As shown below, the outputs of these two connectors

depend on the sampling frequency.

Sampling frequencies A B

44.1/48 kHz Channels 1-8 Channels 1-8

88.2/96 kHz Channels 1-4 Channels 5-8

176.4/192 kHz Channels 1-2 Channels 3-4

NOTE

S/PDIF format will not be output.

t WORD IN/OUT connectors

These BNC connectors are for the input and output of word

clock signals.

Word clock signals of 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4 and 192 kHz can

be input and output.

ATTENTION

If a digital system has multiple word clock masters, serious

problems, including damage to equipment, could occur.

y 75Ω ON/OFF/THRU/WORD OUT switch

Use this switch to make the following settings.

i Whether or not the WORD IN connector has 75Ω

termination

i WORD output THRU/OUT setting (OUT is for WORD only)

u ANALOG OUT connector

This is a 25-pin D-Sub balanced analog output connector.

The nominal output level is +4 dBu.

Use an analog output D-Sub multi-cable to connect this to an

external balanced analog input device and transmit signals

for channels 1–8.

The pin assignments* of the ANALOG OUT connector are as

shown below.

* Pin assignments adhere to the TASCAM DB-25 Pinout

Standard (AES59-2012)

1

14

25

13

24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15

12 11 10 98765432

ch 1 ch 2 ch 3 ch 4 ch 5 ch 6 ch 7 ch 8

ANALOG OUT

G: GND, C: COLD, H: HOT

ATTENTION

If devices are connected to the LINE OUTPUT jacks at the

same time but are not turned on, the quality of the output

from the ANALOG OUT connector could be degraded.

i LINE OUT (BALANCED) 1-8 jacks

These standard TRS jacks are balanced analog line outputs.

The nominal output level is +4 dBu.

(Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)

ATTENTION

If a device is connected to the ANALOG OUT connector at

the same time but is not turned on, the quality of the output

from the LINE OUT jacks could be degraded.

o MIC/LINE INPUT 3-8 jacks

These analog inputs are XLR/TRS combo jacks.

These jacks support line input from audio equipment and

keyboards, for example.

oXLR (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)

oTRS (Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)

Use the GAIN knobs (3-8) on the front of the unit to set input

gains.

NOTE

When phantom power is on, +48V phantom power is

supplied to XLR connectors. No power is supplied to the TRS

connectors.

p DC IN 12V connector

Connect the included AC adapter (PS-P1230) here.

a SIGNAL GND connector

This is a ground connector for audio signals.

ATTENTION

This connector is not a power supply grounding connection.

s Cord holder

Hook the cord of the included PS-P1230 AC adapter here to

prevent accidental disconnection

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Connecting the power

Use the included AC adapter (PS-P1230) to connect a power

supply to the unit as shown below.

Power outlet

DC plug

PS-P1230 (included)

In order to prevent the cord from becoming disconnected

during use, wrap it around the cord holder when connecting it.

ATTENTION

Always use the AC adapter (PS-P1230) that was shipped

with the unit. Using a different AC adapter could cause

malfunction, overheating, fire or other problems.

NOTE

The AC adapter for the unit includes 3 types of outlet plugs.

Attach the type of plug that matches the power outlet that

you are using. (see “Changing the outlet plug” on page 10)

Changing the outlet plug

NOTE

When purchased new, the included PS-P1230 AC adapter for

the unit has an outlet plug (A) already attached.

Follow the procedures below to attach and use a different

outlet plug (B - D) if necessary.

1. Fold the outlet plug (A) on the PS-P1230 AC adapter in the

direction of the arrow.

2. Select the plug that matches the AC outlet from the 3 other

types included (B, C or D).

3. Attach the outlet plug to the AC adapter.

This completes changing the outlet plug.

After changing the outlet plug, confirm that it is not loose or

crooked and that everything is normal before plugging it into an

outlet.

ATTENTION

Do not use the adapter if there is anything abnormal about

the plug after changing it. Use when the plug is abnormal

could cause fire or electric shock. Contact the retailer where

you purchased the unit or a TASCAM customer support

service to request repair.

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Connecting other equipment

These are examples of SERIES 8p Dyna connections.

Precautions before making connections

pCarefully read the operation manuals of the devices to be

connected and then connect them correctly.

pBefore making connections, turn this unit and all equipment

to be connected off (standby).

pIf possible, install all connected devices so that they are

powered from the same AC power supply line. When using

a power strip or similar device, be sure to use one that has a

thick cable with high current capacity in order to minimize

voltage fluctuations in the AC power supply.

Mic Guitar

Audio interface with S/MUX

TASCAM ML-16D

TASCAM Model 24

Mic

Examples of connections with a SERIES 8p Dyna

Audio connections

Analog audio signals input into this device from mics, guitars,

keyboards and other audio equipment can be output to

connected devices as analog output from the 25-pin D-Sub and

TRS balanced outputs as well as converted into digital signals

and transmitted from the S/MUX connectors. In addition, by

connecting speakers (through an amplifier) to this unit, you can

monitor audio signals that are input to this unit.

VCAUTION

Before connecting audio equipment, set the GAIN and COMP

knobs to their lowest values. Failure to do so could cause

sudden loud noises from monitoring equipment, and this

could damage the equipment or harm hearing.

ATTENTION

When connecting devices to both the ANALOG OUT

connector and LINE OUTPUT jacks, turn on the devices

connected to both connector types when using this unit. If

devices connected to only one type of connector are turned

on, the quality of the analog output could be degraded.

Connecting microphones

Dynamic mics

Connect these to the 1-2 input jacks on the front or the

MIC/LINE INPUT 3-8 jacks on the back of the unit.

Condenser mics

When using a condenser mic that requires phantom

power, connect it to the 1-2 input jacks on the front or the

MIC/LINE INPUT 3-8 jacks on the back of the unit.

Set the input switch to +48V when connecting them to

the 1-2 input jacks on the front of the unit. When an input

switch is set to +48V, its +48V indicator on the front of the

unit lights.

When connecting them to the MIC/LINE INPUT 3-8 input

jacks on the back of the unit, turn their +48V switches on.

The +48V switches light when they are on.

VCAUTION

Set the GAIN and COMP knobs to their minimum values before

changing input switch or +48V switch settings. Failure to do so

could cause sudden loud noises from monitoring equipment,

and this could damage equipment or harm hearing.

ATTENTION

i Input switches can be set for each channel separately. Do not

set the switch to +48V when connecting a mic that does not

require phantom power.

i Do not connect or disconnect mics when the switch is set to

+48V. Doing so could cause a loud noise and might damage

this unit and connected equipment.

i Set the switch to +48V only when using a condenser

microphone that requires phantom power. Setting the

switch to +48V when a dynamic mic or other device that

does not require it is connected could damage this unit and

connected equipment.

i +48V switches can be set for each channel separately. Do not

turn a +48V switch on when connecting a mic that does not

require phantom power.

i Do not connect or disconnect mics when a +48V switch is on.

Doing so could cause a loud noise and might damage this

unit and connected equipment.

i Turn a +48V switch on only when using a condenser mic

that requires phantom power. Turning a +48V switch on

when a dynamic mic or other mic that does not require

it is connected could damage this unit and connected

equipment.

i Supplying phantom power to some ribbon mics could break

them. If you are unsure, do not supply phantom power to a

ribbon mic.

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Connecting guitars and basses

When connecting a guitar, bass guitar or other high-impedance

output directly to this unit, use input jack 1 or 2 on the front of

the unit and set its input switch to INST.

NOTE

When connecting an instrument with active output or when

the sound passes through an effects unit, for example, set the

input switch to MIC/LINE

Connecting electronic devices and other

audio equipment

When connecting an electronic instrument or other audio

equipment, for example, to this unit, use a 1-2 jack on the front

of the unit and set its input switch to MIC/LINE.

Connecting analog record players

The output of an analog record player cannot be connected

directly to this unit. To connect an analog record player to this

unit, a phono amp and equalizer (or an audio amplifier that has

phono input jacks) must be connected between them.

Connecting digital equipment

Connect an OPTICAL OUT (S/MUX) connector on this unit to an

S/MUX input connector on a digital device.

Switching the sample clock

Set the sample clock source to the unit’s internal clock, and set

the sampling frequency.

The sample clock source can also be set to an external clock

(WORD IN).

1. Press and hold the sample clock switch to put the unit into

sample clock setup mode.

The selected sample clock source will blink repeatedly at

short intervals.

2. Press the sample clock switch to change the sample clock

source.

44.1k

48k

88.2

k

96k

176.4k

192k

EX

T

3. After selecting the sample clock source, press and hold the

sample clock switch to confirm the setting.

NOTE

i This setting is retained even when the unit is turned off.

i When the EXT indicator is blinking and a valid word clock

signal is being input through the WORD IN connector, the

corresponding sample clock indicator will blink.

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Synchronizing with digital devices

Using an OPTICAL OUT (S/MUX) of this unit

as the clock source master

The signal output from an OPTICAL OUT (S/MUX) connector of

this unit can be used as the master clock to synchronize with

connected devices.

Use the sample clock switch (9) to set the sample clock, causing

the corresponding indicator (e) to light. (see “Switching the

sample clock” on page 12)

Using the word clock of this unit as the clock

master

The signal output from the WORD OUT connector of this unit

can be used as the master clock to synchronize connected

devices.

Set the connected device to accept external clock input.

Using the word clock of an external device as

the master clock

The signal input through the WORD IN connector of this unit

can be used as the master clock to synchronize with connected

devices.

Use the sample clock switch (9) to set the source to EXT. (see

“Switching the sample clock” on page 12)

Making connections to use an OPTICAL OUT

(S/MUX) of this unit as the clock master

This connection method is also suitable for other audio

interfaces with OPTICAL IN connectors.

44.1/48kHz sampling frequency connection

examples

TASCAM SERIES 8p Dyna

TASCAM SERIES 102i

Connecting this unit with a SERIES 102i

TASCAM SERIES 208i

TASCAM SERIES 8p Dyna

Connecting this unit with a SERIES 208i

Cable connections

o Use an optical cable to connect an OPTICAL OUT (S/

MUX) connector of this unit to an OPTICAL IN (S/MUX)

connector of a TASCAM SERIES 102i/208i. Use one optical

cable to connect to either the A or B connector.

Setting the sample clock source

o Use the sample clock switch to set the clock source of this

unit. (see “Switching the sample clock” on page 12)

o To set the clock source of the TASCAM SERIES 102i/208i,

set the Settings Panel INFORMATION screen Sample Clock

Source item to “OPTICAL A” or “OPTICAL B” (SERIES 208i

only).

When the sample frequency is 88.2/96kHz (S/

MUX2) or 176.4/192kHz (S/MUX4)

TASCAM SERIES 8p Dyna

TASCAM SERIES 208i

Cable connections

o Use 2 optical cables to connect the OPTICAL OUT (S/

MUX) connectors of this unit to the OPTICAL IN (S/MUX)

connectors of a TASCAM SERIES 208i.

Setting the sample clock source

o Use the sample clock switch to set the clock source of this

unit. (see “Switching the sample clock” on page 12)

o To set the clock source of the TASCAM SERIES 208i, set the

Settings Panel INFORMATION screen Sample Clock Source

item to “OPTICAL A” or “OPTICAL B”.

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Making connections to use the word

clock of this unit as the clock master

This connection method also applies to other audio interfaces

with WORD IN connectors.

Connection example when using the word

clock of this unit as the clock master at a

44.1/48kHz sampling frequency

TASCAM SERIES 8p Dyna

TASCAM SERIES 208i

Cable connections

o Use one optical cable to connect either the A or B

OPTICAL OUT (S/MUX) connector of this unit to the A or B

OPTICAL IN (S/MUX) connector of a TASCAM SERIES 208i.

o Use a BNC cable to connect the WORD OUT connector of

this unit to the WORD IN connector of a TASCAM SERIES

208i.

Setting the switch

o Set the TASCAM SERIES 208i 75Ω ON/OFF switch to ON.

o Set the 75Ω ON/OFF/THRU/WORD OUT switch on this unit

to WORD OUT.

Setting the sample clock source

o Use the sample clock switch to set the clock source of this

unit. (see “Switching the sample clock” on page 12)

o To set the clock source of the TASCAM SERIES 208i, set the

Settings Panel INFORMATION screen Sample Clock Source

item to “WORD”.

Connection example when using the word

clock of this unit as the clock master at

88.2/96kHz (S/MUX2) or 176.4/192kHz (S/

MUX4) sampling frequencies

TASCAM SERIES 208i

TASCAM SERIES 8p Dyna

Cable connections

o Use 2 optical cables to connect the OPTICAL OUT (S/

MUX) connectors of this unit to the OPTICAL IN (S/MUX)

connectors of a TASCAM SERIES 208i.

o Use a BNC cable to connect the WORD OUT connector of

this unit to the WORD IN connector of a TASCAM SERIES

208i.

Setting the switch

o Set the TASCAM SERIES 208i 75Ω ON/OFF switch to ON.

o Set the 75Ω ON/OFF/THRU/WORD OUT switch on this unit

to WORD OUT.

Setting the sample clock source

o Use the sample clock switch to set the clock source of this

unit. (see “Switching the sample clock” on page 12)

o To set the clock source of the TASCAM SERIES 208i, set the

Settings Panel INFORMATION screen Sample Clock Source

item to “WORD”.

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Making connections to use the word

clock of a connected unit as the clock

master

These connection settings also apply to other audio interfaces

with WORD OUT connectors.

Connection example when using the word

clock of a connected device as the clock

master at a 44.1/48kHz sampling frequency

TASCAM SERIES 208i

TASCAM SERIES 8p Dyna

Cable connections

o Use one optical cable to connect either the A or B

OPTICAL IN (S/MUX) connector of a TASCAM SERIES 208i

to the A or B OPTICAL OUT (S/MUX) connector of this unit.

o Use a BNC cable to connect the WORD OUT connector of

a TASCAM SERIES 208i to the WORD IN connector of this

unit.

Setting the switch

o Set the 75Ω ON/OFF/THRU/WORD OUT switch on this unit

to ON.

Setting the sample clock source

o To set the clock source of the TASCAM SERIES 208i, set the

Settings Panel INFORMATION screen Sample Clock Source

item to “INTERNAL”.

o Use the sample clock switch to set the clock source of this

unit to EXT. (see “Switching the sample clock” on page

12)

Connection example when using the

word clock of a connected device as the

clock master at 88.2/96kHz (S/MUX2)

or 176.4/192kHz (S/MUX4) sampling

frequencies

TASCAM SERIES 208i

TASCAM SERIES 8p Dyna

Cable connections

o Use 2 optical cables to connect the OPTICAL IN (S/MUX)

connectors of a TASCAM SERIES 208i to the OPTICAL OUT

(S/MUX) connectors of this unit.

o Use a BNC cable to connect the WORD OUT connector of

a TASCAM SERIES 208i to the WORD IN connector of this

unit.

Setting the switch

o Set the 75Ω ON/OFF/THRU/WORD OUT switch on this unit

to ON.

Setting the sample clock source

o To set the clock source of the TASCAM SERIES 208i, set the

Settings Panel INFORMATION screen Sample Clock Source

item to “INTERNAL”.

o Use the sample clock switch to set the clock source of this

unit- to EXT. (see “Switching the sample clock” on page

12)

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Connecting two of these units to

synchronize them

Increasing the number of input channels to 16 is possible by

connecting two of these units and synchronizing their clocks.

Connection example when using the word

clock of this unit as the clock master

TASCAM SERIES 8p Dyna unit 1

TASCAM SERIES 8p Dyna unit 2

TASCAM SERIES 208i

Cable connections

o Use optical cables to connect OPTICAL OUT (S/MUX)

connectors of two of these units to the OPTICAL IN (S/

MUX) connectors of a TASCAM SERIES 208i.

o Use a BNC cable to connect the WORD OUT connector of

the first of these units (TASCAM SERIES 8p Dyna unit 1)

to the WORD IN connector of the second unit (TASCAM

SERIES 8p Dyna unit 2).

o Use a BNC cable to connect the WORD OUT connector of

the second of these units (TASCAM SERIES 8p Dyna unit 2)

to the WORD IN connector of a TASCAM SERIES 208i.

Setting the switch

o Set the 75Ω ON/OFF/THRU/WORD OUT switch on the

second unit (TASCAM SERIES 8p Dyna unit 2) to THRU.

o Set the TASCAM SERIES 208i 75Ω ON/OFF switch to ON.

Setting the sample clock source

o Use the sample clock switch to set the clock source of the

first of these units (SERIES 8p Dyna unit 1). (see “Switching

the sample clock” on page 12)

o Use the sample clock switch to set the clock source of the

second unit (slave unit) to EXT. (see “Switching the sample

clock” on page 12)

o To set the clock source of the TASCAM SERIES 208i, set the

Settings Panel INFORMATION screen Sample Clock Source

item to “WORD”.

Connection example when using the word

clock of a TASCAM SERIES 208i unit as the

clock master

TASCAM SERIES 208i

TASCAM SERIES 8p Dyna unit 1

TASCAM SERIES 8p Dyna unit 2

Cable connections

o Use optical cables to connect OPTICAL OUT (S/MUX)

connectors of two of these units to the OPTICAL IN (S/

MUX) connectors of a TASCAM SERIES 208i.

o Use a BNC cable to connect the WORD OUT connector of a

TASCAM SERIES 208i to the WORD IN connector of the first

unit (TASCAM SERIES 8p Dyna unit 1).

o Use a BNC cable to connect the WORD OUT connector of

the first of these units (TASCAM SERIES 8p Dyna unit 1)

to the WORD IN connector of the second unit (TASCAM

SERIES 8p Dyna unit 2).

Setting the switch

o Set the 75Ω ON/OFF/THRU/WORD OUT switch on the first

unit (TASCAM SERIES 8p Dyna unit 1) to THRU.

o Set the 75Ω ON/OFF/THRU/WORD OUT switch on the

second unit (TASCAM SERIES 8p Dyna unit 2) to ON.

Setting the sample clock source

o Use the sample clock switches to set the clock sources on

these two units to EXT. (see “Switching the sample clock”

on page 12)

o To set the clock source of the TASCAM SERIES 208i, set the

Settings Panel INFORMATION screen Sample Clock Source

item to “INTERNAL”.

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Specifications

Ratings

Sampling frequencies

44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz

Quantization bit depth

24-bit

Input channels

8 channels

Analog output channels

8 channels

OPTICAL OUT (S/MUX) output channels

8 channels S/MUX (44.1/48kHz)

A: Channels 1-8

B: Channels 1-8

8 channels S/MUX2 (88.2/96kHz)

A: Channels 1-4

B: Channels 5-8

4 channels S/MUX4 (176.4/192kHz)

A: Channels 1-2

B: Channels 3-4

Analog audio input ratings

Mic inputs (balanced)

Front panel 1–2 input jacks

(when the input switch is set to MIC/LINE)

Rear panel MIC/LINE INPUT 3-8 jacks

Connector : XLR-3-31 equivalent (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)

Input impedance: 2.2 kΩ

Rated input level:

-58 dBu (0.001 Vrms, GAIN knob at maximum)

-6 dBu (0.388 Vrms, GAIN knob at minimum)

Maximum input level: +10 dBu (2.45 Vrms)

Gain range: 52 dB

Instrument inputs (unbalanced)

Front panel 1–2 input jacks

(when the input switch is set to INST)

Connectors: 6.3mm (1/4”) standard TS jacks

(Tip: HOT, Sleeve: GND)

Input impedance: 900 kΩ or higher

Rated input level:

-58 dBV (0.0012 Vrms, GAIN knob at maximum)

-6 dBV (0.501 Vrms, GAIN knob at minimum)

Maximum input level: +10 dBV (3.162 Vrms)

Gain range: 52 dB

Line inputs (balanced)

Front panel 1–2 input jacks

(when the input switch is set to MIC/LINE)

Rear panel MIC/LINE INPUT 3-8 jacks

Connectors: 6.3mm (1/4”) standard TRS jacks

(Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)

Input impedance: 10 kΩ

Rated input level:

-48 dBu (0.0003 Vrms, GAIN knob at maximum)

+4 dBu (1.228 Vrms, GAIN knob at minimum)

Maximum input level: +24 dBu (12.282 Vrms)

Gain range: 52 dB

Compressor

3:1 ratio

30dB threshold range

Analog outputs

Analog output (balanced, ANALOG OUT)

Connector: D-sub 25-pin

Locking screws: No. 4-40 UNC (inch type)

Nominal output level: +4 dBu (1.228 Vrms)

Maximum output level: +20 dBu (7.75 Vrms)

Output impedance: 200 Ω or lower

Applicable load impedance: 2 kΩ or higher

Line outputs (balanced, LINE OUTPUT 1-8)

Connectors: 6.3mm (1/4”) standard TRS jacks

(Tip: HOT, Ring: COLD, Sleeve: GND)

Output impedance: 200 Ω or lower

Nominal output level: +4 dBu (1.228 Vrms)

Maximum output level: +20 dBu (7.75 Vrms)

Digital audio output ratings

OPTICAL OUT (S/MUX)

Connectors: OPTICAL (JEITA RC-5720C)

Signal format: Multi-channel optical format

(supports S/MUX2 and S/MUX4 when 88.2, 96, 176.4 or

192 kHz)

Control input/output

WORD IN connector

Connector: BNC

Input voltage: 2.0 Vpp - 5.0 Vpp

Input impedance: 75 Ω ±10%

Permitted frequency deviation during external

synchronization: ±100 ppm

Terminal on/off switch

WORD OUT connector

Connector: BNC

Output voltage: 2.0Vpp (into 75 Ω)

Output impedance: 75 Ω ±10 %

Sampling frequencies: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4 and 192 kHz

OUT/THRU switch

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Audio performance

Mic amp EIN (equivalent input noise)

-127 dBu or lower

Analog input and output

Frequency response

MIC/LINE w LINE OUT

20 Hz - 40 kHz: ±0.5 dB (JEITA), 40 kHz - 80 kHz: ±5 dB

(JEITA)

S/N ratio

116 dB

(MIC/LINE/INST to LINE OUT, GAIN knob at minimum,

JEITA)

Distortion

0.0007%

(MIC/LINE to LINE OUT, 1kHz sine wave, maximum input

level, GAIN knob at minimum)

0.0009%

(INST to LINE OUT, 1kHz sine wave, maximum input level,

GAIN knob at minimum)

Crosstalk

119 dB

(MIC to LINE OUT, 1kHz sine wave, GAIN knob at

minimum)

Analog input to digital output (S/MUX)

Frequency response

MIC/LINE (analog) to digital output (S/MUX)

At 44.1/48 kHz and 20 Hz - 20 kHz: ±0.5 dB (JEITA)

At 88.2/96 kHz and 20 Hz - 40kHz: ±0.5 dB (JEITA)

At 176.4/192 kHz and 20 Hz - 80 kHz: ±5 dB (JEITA)

S/N ratio

113 dB (44.1/48 kHz)

113 dB (88.2/96 kHz)

111 dB (176.4/192 kHz)

(MIC/LINE/INST to digital output (S/MUX), GAIN knob at

minimum, JEITA)

Distortion

0.001%

(MIC/LINE/INST to digital output (S/MUX), 1kHz sine wave,

maximum input level, GAIN knob at minimum)

Crosstalk

114 dB

(MIC (analog) to digital output (S/MUX), 1kHz sine wave,

GAIN knob at minimum)

General

Power

DC12V AC adapter (PS-P1230)

Power consumption

16 W

Dimensions

482 × 44.8 × 228.8mm (W x H x D, including protrusions)

Weight

2.6 kg

Operating temperature range

0–40 °C (32–104 °F)

Dimensional drawings

465mm

482.0mm 44mm

0.8mm

31.8mm 18.3mm 198.5mm

12.0mm

pIllustrations in this manual might differ in part from the

actual product.

pSpecifications and external appearance might be changed

without notification to improve the product.

TASCAM SERIES 8p Dyna 19

INSTRUCTIONS DE SÉCURITÉ IMPORTANTES

AVERTISSEMENT: POUR PRÉVENIR LES RISQUES

D'INCENDIE ET D'ÉLECTROCUTION, N'EXPOSEZ PAS CET

APPAREIL À LA PLUIE NI À L'HUMIDITÉ.

Pour le Canada

THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN

ICES-003.

CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DE LA CLASSE B EST CONFORME À

LA NORME NMB-003 DU CANADA.

Ce produit est conforme aux impératifs des

directives européennes et autres règlements de la

Commission.

1. Lisez ces instructions.

2. Conservez ces instructions.

3. Tenez compte de tous les avertissements.

4. Suivez toutes les instructions.

5. N’utilisez pas cet appareil avec de l’eau à proximité.

6. Nettoyez-le uniquement avec un chiffon sec.

7. Ne bloquez aucune ouverture de ventilation. Installez-le

conformément aux instructions du fabricant.

8. Ne l’installez pas près de sources de chaleur telles que

des radiateurs, bouches de chauffage, poêles ou autres

appareils (y compris des amplificateurs) dégageant de la

chaleur.

9. Ne neutralisez pas la fonction de sécurité de la fiche

polarisée ou de terre. Une fiche polarisée a deux broches,

l’une plus large que l’autre. Une fiche de terre a deux

broches identiques et une troisième broche pour la mise à

la terre. La broche plus large ou la troisième broche servent

à votre sécurité. Si la fiche fournie n’entre pas dans votre

prise, consultez un électricien pour le remplacement de la

prise obsolète.

10. Évitez de marcher sur le cordon d’alimentation et de

le pincer, en particulier au niveau des fiches, des prises

secteur, et du point de sortie de l’appareil.

11. N’utilisez que des fixations/accessoires spécifiés par le

fabricant.

12. Utilisez-le uniquement avec le chariot, socle, trépied,

support ou table spécifié par le fabricant ou vendu avec

l’appareil. Si un chariot est utilisé, faites attention à ne pas

être blessé par un renversement lors du déplacement de

l’ensemble chariot/appareil.

13. Débranchez cet appareil en cas d’orage ou de non

utilisation prolongée.

14. Confiez toute réparation à des techniciens de maintenance

qualifiés. Une réparation est nécessaire si l’appareil a été

endommagé d’une quelconque façon, par exemple si le

cordon ou la fiche d’alimentation est endommagé, si du

liquide a été renversé sur l’appareil ou si des objets sont

tombés dedans, si l’appareil a été exposé à la pluie ou à

l’humidité, s’il ne fonctionne pas normalement, ou s’il est

tombé.

• L’appareil tire un courant nominal de veille de la prise secteur

quand son interrupteur POWER ou STANDBY/ON n’est pas en

position ON.

• La fiche secteur est utilisée comme dispositif de déconnexion

et doit donc toujours rester disponible.

• Des précautions doivent être prises en cas d’utilisation

d’écouteurs ou d’un casque avec le produit car une pression

acoustique excessive (volume trop fort) dans les écouteurs

ou dans le casque peut causer une perte auditive.

• Si vous rencontrez des problèmes avec ce produit, contactez

TEAC pour une assistance technique. N’utilisez pas le produit

tant qu’il n’a pas été réparé.

MODE D'EMPLOI

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ATTENTION

• N'exposez pas cet appareil aux gouttes ni aux

éclaboussures.

• Ne placez pas d'objet rempli de liquide sur l'appareil,

comme par exemple un vase.

• N’installez pas cet appareil dans un espace confiné comme

une bibliothèque ou un meuble similaire.

• L’appareil doit être placé suffisamment près de la prise de

courant pour que vous puissiez à tout moment attraper

facilement la fiche du cordon d'alimentation.

• Si le produit utilise des piles/batteries (y compris un pack

de batteries ou des batteries fixes), elles ne doivent pas être

exposées au soleil, au feu ou à une chaleur excessive.

• PRÉCAUTION pour les produits qui utilisent des batteries

remplaçables au lithium: remplacer une batterie par

un modèle incorrect entraîne un risque d'explosion.

Remplacez-les uniquement par un type identique ou

équivalent.

• Exposer la batterie installée à une pression atmosphérique

extrêmement faible peut entraîner une explosion ou la fuite

d’un liquide ou d’un gaz inflammable.

Pour les consommateurs européens

Mise au rebut des équipements électriques et

électroniques

(a) Tous les équipements électriques et électroniques doivent

être traités séparément de la collecte municipale d'ordures

ménagères dans des points de collecte désignés par le

gouvernement ou les autorités locales.

(b) En vous débarrassant correctement des équipements

électriques et électroniques, vous contribuerez à la

sauvegarde de précieuses ressources et à la prévention

de potentiels effets négatifs sur la santé humaine et

l'environnement.

(c) Le traitement incorrect des déchets d'équipements

électriques et électroniques peut avoir des effets graves

sur l'environnement et la santé humaine en raison

de la présence de substances dangereuses dans les

équipements.

(d) Le symbole de déchets d'équipements électriques

et électroniques (DEEE), qui représente une

poubelle sur roues barrée d'une croix, indique

que l'équipement électrique et électronique doit

être collecté et traité séparément des déchets

ménagers.

(e) Des systèmes de retour et de collecte sont disponibles

pour l'utilisateur final. Pour des informations plus détaillées

sur la mise au rebut des vieux équipements électriques et

électroniques, veuillez contacter votre mairie, le service

d'ordures ménagères ou le magasin dans lequel vous avez

acquis l'équipement.

MONTAGE EN RACK DE L’UNITÉ

Utilisez le kit de vis pour montage en rack pour installer l’unité

dans un rack 19” standard, comme représenté ci-dessous.

Retirez les pieds de l’unité avant le montage.

ATTENTION

i Laissez 1U d’espace au-dessus de l’unité pour la ventilation.

i Laissez au moins 10 cm à l’arrière de l’unité pour la

ventilation.

ATTENTION

• N’EXPOSEZ PAS L’ÉLECTRONIQUE EN OUVRANT LE BOÎTIER

OU SES CAPOTS. AUCUNE PIÈCE INTERNE N’EST RÉPARABLE

PAR L’UTILISATEUR.

• SI VOUS RENCONTREZ DES PROBLÈMES AVEC CE PRODUIT,

CONTACTEZ LE MAGASIN DANS LEQUEL VOUS L’AVEZ

ACHETÉ POUR UNE ASSISTANCE TECHNIQUE. N’UTILISEZ PAS

LE PRODUIT TANT QU’IL N’A PAS ÉTÉ RÉPARÉ.

• L’UTILISATION DE COMMANDES, DE RÉGLAGES OU LE SUIVI

DE PROCÉDURES AUTRES QUE CE QUI EST DÉCRIT DANS

CE DOCUMENT PEUT PROVOQUER UNE EXPOSITION À UN

RAYONNEMENT DANGEREUX.

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