Tascam US-1x2 Reference Manual

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TASCAM US-1x2 94 – PreparationConnecting the powerWhen using a computer (Windows/Mac)Normally, when this unit is connected to a computer, it willoperate using USB bus power, so connecting a separate powersupply device is not necessary.When using an iOS deviceWhen this unit is connected to an iOS device, connecting an ex-ternal battery, USB power adapter or other power supply deviceis necessary in order to power the unit.Connect an AC adapter (TASCAM PS-P520E), external batterypack (TASCAM BP-6AA) or the genuine Apple USB power adapt-er included with the iPad/iPhone to a USB cable (sold separate-ly), and connect it to the DC IN 5V port.External battery pack or USBpower adapterCAUTIONi No USB power adapter is included with an iPod touch. To useit with an iPod touch, purchase a genuine Apple USB poweradapter (that can supply 5 V and a current of at least 700 mA)separately.i Operation with other external battery packs and USB poweradapters is possible, but we strongly recommend using a TAS-CAM PS-P520E AC adapter, TASCAM BP-6AA external batterypack or the genuine Apple USB power adapter included withthe iPad/iPhone.When using another external battery pack or USB poweradapter, be sure that the power supply device meets the fol-lowing specifications.o Supplied voltage: 5 Vo Supplied current: 700 mA or moreUsing a power supply device when the specifications areother than the above could cause malfunction, overheating,fire or other problems. If anything abnormal occurs, stop useand contact the retailer where you purchased the unit or aTASCAM customer support service to request repair.Connecting other equipmentThis is an example of connections.Precautions before making connections0 Carefully read the operation manuals of the devices to beconnected and then connect them correctly.0 Before making connections, turn this unit and all equipmentto be connected off (standby).0 If possible, install all connected devices so that they arepowered from the same AC power supply line. When using apower strip or similar device, be sure to use one that has highcurrent capacity in order to minimize voltage fluctuations inthe AC power supply.Vocal mic Guitar/bass guitar HeadphonesExample (front)Powered speakersCD playerComputer or iOS deviceExternal battery packor USB power adapterExample (back)* Note: When using an iOS device, you must also connect anexternal battery pack or USB power supply to assure power.Connecting with a computerUse the included USB cable to connect the unit to a computerUSB 3.0/2.0 port. When the USB connection is working, the USBindicator on the front of the unit lights.CAUTIONIf you connect this unit to a computer via a USB hub, forexample, audio signal dropouts, clicking noises and otherinterference could occur due to the influence of other USBdevices connected to that hub. For this reason, we stronglyrecommend connecting this unit to a separate USB port. Con-necting USB keyboards and mice, however, to the same busshould not be a problem.