Tascam DM-3200 Owner's Manual

Also see for DM-3200: Quick reference Manual Software guide Application guide Release notes

Contents

1 – Introduction : About the manual12 TASCAM DM-3200 Owner’s ManualAbout the manualPushed controls on the DM-3200 are referred to as“keys”.Their virtual equivalents displayed on screen arereferred to as “buttons”.Within this manual, the following typographic con-ventions are used:• The name of a control or connector on the unit iswritten in the following way: LINE/MIC.• Messages and text shown on the display of theDM-3200 are shown as follows: DIGITAL IN 1.• The name of a control or connector on another unitis written in the following way: AUX IN.What’s in the manual1, “Introduction” (page 9) This section, pro-viding an introduction to the DM-3200.2, “Basic operational concepts” (page 16)This is important—it gives you basic information onthe way in which you use the DM-3200’s controlsand menu systems, etc. as well as providing an expla-nation of way in which the DM-3200 stores data.3, “Connections” (page 38) Provides informa-tion on how to connect the DM-3200 to other equip-ment in your setup.4, “Routing & assignment” (page 46) Sincethe DM-3200 is a “soft” console, with many patchesand assignments made through software rather thanphysical connections, you should read this section tounderstand how the inputs and outputs of the DM-3200, as well as the internal connections, are linkedtogether.5, “Channel modules” (page 59) This sec-tion describes the modules which form the basic“building blocks” of the DM-3200. Most of the mix-ing work you do on the DM-3200 will use the func-tions described here.This section also contains information on using theDM-3200 in surround modes.6, “Effects” (page 81) The parameters control-ling the built-in effects of the DM-3200 are describedhere and a list of the preset libraries may also befound in this section.7, “MIDI” (page 91) This provides informationon the MIDI capabilities provided by the DM-3200.8, “Remote operation” (page 93) The DM-3200 is capable of acting as a remote control unit fora wide variety of external devices, including DAWsystems. This section explains how to use these capa-bilities.9, “Specifications” (page 102) Specificationsof the DM-3200, together with a guide to the popupmessages that appear on screen.Also note that there are two separate publications inaddition to this manual and the printed Quick Refer-ence Guide: these cover the automation features ofthe DM-3200 and the TMCompanion software,which are provided as electronic publications in PDFformat.Notes and warningsTIPWe give hints and tips on using the DM-3200 in thisway.NOTEThese notes provide additional explanations for specialcases, etc.CAUTIONCautions show that you may lose data or performancemay suffer if the instructions are not followed.WARNINGThese warnings should be taken very seriously. Theydescribe situations which can cause injury, or damage toequipment if the instructions are not followed.