Tascam DM-3200 Owner's Manual

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1 – Introduction : Unpacking the DM-3200TASCAM DM-3200 Owner’s Manual 11Channel destinations There are 16 busses,eight aux busses, 16 assignable inserts (not to be con-fused with the “hard-wired” analog inserts on theinput pre-amps) as well as the stereo buss module.Outputs from the channels can be assigned to these.Furthermore, even when working at a sampling fre-quency of 88.2 kHz or 96 kHz, the DM-3200 retainsthe same number of channels and facilities as whenoperating at “conventional” sampling frequencies.Outputs The sources for the outputs (built-in andoptional slot) are then assigned to the actual physicaloutputs.Physical outputs available include the built-in TDIFoutputs (3 sets of eight outputs each), and eight chan-nels of ADAT “lightpipe”, as well as two stereo digi-tal and one stereo analog sets of outputs.Since buss outputs can be assigned to the TDIF andADAT ports, this allows all the channels of a sur-round mix to be recorded together.The option slot cards typically provide outputs aswell as inputs.EffectsThe DM-3200 incorporates two high-quality digitaleffects, including a digital reverb programmed by TCWorks.Signals may be routed internally to these effectsusing busses or aux sends, and the returns fed back tomixer channels for inclusion in the mix. Alterna-tively, the assignable inserts may be used to insertand effect into the signal path of a channel module.External effects can be looped through the assignableanalog sends and returns (the returns can then beassigned to channels), or kept in the digital domainby using the stereo digital I/O facilities.In addition, channels 1 through 32 can use built-indynamic processors to provide compression orexpansion either pre- or post-fader.Gates can be inserted at the inputs, with a wide rangeof triggering options.There are also analog inserts associated with eachmic/line input, which allow additional processors tobe inserted, before the DA converters. These insertpoints can also be used to bypass the DM-3200’sinternal mic amps and patch in external mic amps.Unpacking the DM-3200The DM-3200’s box contains the items listed below.When opening the package please be certain all theitems listed are included. If any items are missing,please consult your TASCAM dealer.• The DM-3200• AC power cable• A 32MB CF card, pre-formatted, and installed inthe card slot of the DM-3200.• A USB cable• A CD-ROM containing the utility software anddocumentation for the DM-3200 (Windows andMac compatible).• This manual• The Quick Reference Guide• Warranty card.WARNINGThe DM-3200 is a large and bulky piece of equipment.We strongly suggest that you get someone to help youlift it out of the carton and locate it in the positionwhere it will be used.Lifting properly—When lifting, be sure of your footingand grip. Bend your legs to get close to the DM-3200,keeping your back straight, and then lift by straighten-ing your legs. Hold the unit close to your body. Avoidtwisting or turning your body while lifting or carryingthe DM-3200.