Features

• Mixer that supports creation and distribution of podcasts with up to 4 participants
• 4 TRS/XLR combo jack mic inputs
• Phantom power can be activated for inputs individually
• Multitrack recording directly to SD cards possible with up to 14 tracks
• 14-in/2-out USB audio interface functions
• 4 headphone output jacks with independent volume controls
• Auto Mixer function can keep output levels uniform and regulate volume without distortion
• Bluetooth connection enables wireless recording of call audio
• 8 large illuminated sound pads are easy to press and have 8 banks
• 5-inch color touchscreen enables easy and intuitive operation
• Included (downloadable) free TASCAM Podcast Editor app covers all aspects of use

Conventions used in this manual

In this manual, we use the following conventions:

• SD/SDHC/SDXC memory cards are referred to as “SD cards”.
• Computers, portable audio devices and other equipment connected to this unit using Bluetooth are called "Bluetooth devices".
• References to “iOS” in this document also include “iPad OS”.
• Information shown on the touchscreen is written like this: “OK”.
• Touchscreen operations are indicated as “tap” when a finger is used to touch an icon and “swipe” when moving left or right on the screen.
• The “dedicated software” is TASCAM Podcast Editor.
• Additional information is introduced in the styles below when needed:

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.

CAUTION

Failure to follow these instructions could result in injury.

Trademarks

• TASCAM is a registered trademark of TEAC Corporation.
• SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.

• The Bluetooth® word mark and logo are the property of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and are used by TEAC Corporation with permission.
• Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
• Apple, Mac, macOS, iPad, iPadOS, Lightning, App Store and iTunes are trademarks of Apple Inc. in the United States and other countries.
• App Store is a service mark of Apple Inc.
• IOS is a trademark or registered trademark of Cisco in the U.S. and other countries and is used under license.
• Android, Google Play and Google Play logo are trademarks of Google Inc.
• ASIO is a trademark of Steinberg Media Technologies GmbH.

• Other company names, product names and logos in this document are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

USB cables

This unit has a USB Type-C port.

Use the included USB cable (Type-C to Type-C) to connect a computer or smartphone to this unit.

If the USB port of the computer or smartphone being connected is not Type-C, however, a different USB cable must be prepared.

• Connecting to an iOS device with a lightning port

A genuine Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapter and a commercially-available Type-A to Type-C cable are necessary.

• Connecting to a computer or smartphone (that supports OTG) with a USB micro-B port

A micro-B to Type-C cable (compatible with USB OTG) is necessary.

• Connecting to a computer with a USB Type-A port

A commercially-available Type-A to Type-C cable is necessary.

Bluetooth®

This unit has a built-in Bluetooth audio module. This allows input of sound played on Bluetooth devices—computers and portable audio devices that support Bluetooth (A2DP)—as well as output of sound from this unit to other Bluetooth devices.

• The Bluetooth function of this unit is not guaranteed to enable connection or operation with all Bluetooth devices.

Profiles

This unit supports the following Bluetooth profiles.

• A2DP(Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)

In order to transfer audio by Bluetooth, the Bluetooth device must support A2DP.

Even if a Bluetooth device supports the same profiles, though, its functions might differ according to its specifications.

Codecs

This unit supports the following codecs. It will automatically select one of them during audio transfer.

• SBC
• AAC

The unit will select the appropriate codec to use according to the codec compatibility of the other Bluetooth device and communication conditions.

NOTE

• You cannot select the codec to be used by pressing a button, for example.
• Due to characteristics of Bluetooth wireless technology, playback from this unit will be slightly delayed compared to playback from the Bluetooth device.

Content protection

This unit supports SCMS-T as a form of content protection when transmitting audio, so it can play protected audio.

Transmission security

This unit supports security functions during Bluetooth transmission in accordance with the Bluetooth standard specifications, but it does not guarantee the privacy of such transmissions.

TEAC CORPORATION will bear no responsibility should an information leak occur during transmission by Bluetooth.

About SD cards

A card is necessary to record and play files with this unit. Prepare one for use.

This unit can use SD cards that are Class 10 or higher and compatible with SD, SDHC or SDXC standards.

A list of SD cards that have been confirmed for use with this unit can be found by accessing the TEAC Global Site (https://teac-global.com).

Check the page for this product.

You can also contact TASCAM customer support service.

TASCAM ID registration

To use the TASCAM Podcast Editor software designed for use with this unit, please create an account on the TASCAM website.

https://tascamid.tascam.jp/int/login/

Top panel

MUTE buttons

Pressing a MUTE button mutes (silences) the signal input on that channel.

• These light red when on.

SOLO buttons

Pressing a SOLO button enables the signal input on that channel to be monitored by itself through the PHONES 1 jack on the back or the PHONES (TRRS) jack on the front. (This does not affect recording.)

• These light blue when on.

TALKBACK button

While this button is being pressed, the signal input through MIC INPUT 1 is output through the PHONES 2–4 jacks on the back.

(This sound will not be recorded when recording.)

• This button lights blue while being pressed.

Recording indicator

• This lights red while recording.

MONITOR OUT knob

Use this to adjust the output of the MONITOR OUT and LINE OUT jacks on the back.

PHONES - knobs

Connect these to the PHONES - jacks on the back or the PHONES (TRRS) jack on the front.

MARK button

When playing, recording or paused, press this button to add a mark at the current point.

• This lights blue during playback/recording as well as when playback/recording is paused.

STOP button

Press this to stop playback or recording.

• This lights orange during playback and recording as well as when recording is paused.

REC/PAUSE button

Press this to start recording. When recording, press this to pause.

• This lights red while recording and blinks red when recording is paused.

Touchscreen

This allows input signals to be monitored and shows the operation status of the unit. Various settings can be made by touch operation.

(See "Touchscreen Functions".)

PHONES (TRRS) jack (CTIA standard)

Connect a headset, for example, here.

A headset mic can be input on channel 1 using a menu setting. (CTIA standard)

(See "Connecting headsets (switching Mic 1 input)".)

SOUND PAD buttons (1-8)

This allows input signals to be monitored and shows the operation status of the unit. Use the TASCAM Podcast Editor software to set the audio sources.

(See "Sound Pad overview".)

Channel faders

Use these to adjust the send levels of channel signals.

Channel indicators

• The channel LEDs light red when input overloads are detected. (Adjust input levels if they light frequently.)

Rear panel

Kensington Security Slot

SD card slot

Use this slot to insert SD cards.

(See "Loading SD cards".)

USB port (Type-C)

This is a USB Type-C port. (This supports USB 2.0.)

Use this to connect a computer, smartphone or tablet.

(See "Making USB connections".)

INPUT SELECT switch

Use this to switch between the LINE IN L/R and LINE IN (TRRS) inputs.

POWER button

Press this to turn the unit on and off.

(See "Turning the power on and off".)

DC IN 12V connector

Connect the included AC adapter (PS-P1220E NUT) here.

(See "Connecting the power".)

PHONES - jacks

Use these standard 6.3mm stereo jacks to connect headphones.

Use adapters (3.5mm stereo mini jack) to connect headphones with mini plugs.

(See "Connecting headphones".)

CAUTION

Before connecting headphones, minimize the volumes with the PHONES – knobs (). Failure to do so might cause sudden loud noises, which could harm your hearing or result in other trouble.

MONITOR OUT L/R and LINE OUT jacks

Connect monitor speakers (powered speakers or an amplifier and speaker system) to the SUB OUTPUT L/R jacks.

Use the MONITOR OUT knob () on the top to adjust the output levels.

• MONITOR OUT L/R jacks

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

• LINE OUT jack

Connector: 3.5mm (1/8") stereo mini jack

(See "Connecting recording devices and monitor speakers".)

CAUTION

Before turning the power on and connecting monitor speakers, minimize the volume with the MONITOR OUT knob () on the top. Failure to do so might cause sudden loud noises, which could harm your hearing or result in other trouble.

LINE IN L/R jacks

Connect a media player or other audio device here.

• Set the INPUT SELECT switch to the LINE IN side to use these.

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

(See "Connecting smartphones, media players and similar devices".)

LINE IN (TRRS) jack (CTIA standard)

Connect a smartphone or other portable device here.

• Set the INPUT SELECT switch () to . (CTIA standard)

Connector: 3.5 mm (1/8") 4-pole mini jack

(See "Connecting smartphones, media players and similar devices".)

MIC INPUT 1-4 jacks

Connect dynamic and condenser mics to these.

(For mic connection and mic type selection, See "Connecting microphones" and See "Mic settings".)

CAUTION

When “Condenser” is selected for a MIC INPUT jack in the mic settings, phantom power (+48V) will be turned on. Doing so could damage dynamic mics if they are connected.
Be careful when connecting mics and selecting mic types.

Home Screen

When the unit is turned on, the Home Screen appears on the touchscreen as shown below.

As a rule, touchscreen operations are either touching an icon with a finger (hereafter, “tap”) or moving left/right on the screen (hereafter, “swipe”). (If the response to fingers is poor, operation using a stylus designed for smartphones and tablets is also possible.)

This screen allows input signal levels to be monitored and shows the operation status of the unit. In addition, various function settings can be accessed by tapping the Menu icon on the screen.

Menu icon

Tap this icon to open the Menu Screen.

(See "Menu Screen".)

Recorder operation status

This icon shows the recorder operation status.

Recording counter

This shows the current elapsed time (in hours: minutes: seconds) when recording.

SD counter

This shows the remaining time available for recording on the SD card (in hours: minutes: seconds).

USB icon

The icon appears when connected by USB.

Bluetooth icon

The icon appears when a Bluetooth device is connected.
The icon blinks when waiting to pair.

SD card icon

When an SD card is loaded, the icon appears.

Level meters

These show the levels of the channels.

Input channel identifiers

SOUND PAD bank indicator

The position of the SOUND PAD bank currently shown is highlighted.

Condenser mic selected indicator

Red dots will be shown next to mic channel numbers set to “Condenser” in the mic settings.

Sound Pad display

These show the names of the audio files that have been assigned to the Sound Pads.*

Use the dedicated software to set audio sources.

(See "Sound Pad overview".)

*Pre-assigned effect sounds (included audio sources) are set for the Bank 0 Sound Pads.

SOUND PAD bank switch( / ) icons

Tap the icon to switch to the lower bank. Tap the

icon to switch to the higher bank.

Making connections

Connecting audio equipment

The following is an example of connections with this unit.

Precautions before making connections

• Carefully read the operation manuals of the devices to be connected and then connect them correctly.
• Before making connections, turn this unit and all equipment to be connected off (standby).
• Install all connected devices, including this unit, so that they are powered from the same line. When using a power strip or similar device, be sure to use one that has high current capacity (thick cable) in order to minimize fluctuations in power voltage.

CAUTION

Before turning the power on or connecting audio equipment, set the following knobs and faders on this unit and the knobs and faders of the devices being connected 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.

• Channel faders (), PHONES – knobs (), MONITOR OUT knob ()

Note: For details about – in the illustration above, See "Top panel" and See "Rear panel".

Connecting the power

Use the included AC adapter (PS-P1220E NUT) to connect a power supply to the unit as shown below.

1. 1. Connect the DC plug of the AC adapter to the DC IN 12V connector on the back of the unit.
2. 2. Turn the nut on the DC plug to secure it to the DC IN 12V connector.
3. 3. Connect the AC adapter to an outlet.

CAUTION

Always connect the included AC adapter (PS-P1220E NUT), which is specified for use with this unit.
Use of a different adapter could cause malfunction, fire or electric shock.

Turning the power on and off

Turning the power on

1. 1. Press and hold the POWER button () on the back to turn the unit on.

NOTE

A tutorial that explains the unit simply will appear the first time it is turned on after purchase. Then, the Others Screen will open on the touchscreen so that language and Date/Time settings can be made.

(For language, date and time setting instructions, see "Date/ Time Adjust" in See "Other settings".)

1. 2. When startup completes, the Home Screen will appear on the touchscreen as shown below.

Turning the power off

Press and hold the POWER button () to turn the unit off.

When a pop-up message appears on the touchscreen to confirm turning the power off, release the POWER button.

Tap “Yes” to run the shutdown procedure and turn the unit off.

NOTE

• The unit will save various settings before it turns off.
• This unit has an AUTO POWER OFF function that can automatically turn it off.

For details about the AUTO POWER OFF function, see the corresponding section in See "AUTO POWER OFF".

Tutorial overview

• When the unit is turned on, a tutorial screen will open to explain the basics of operating the unit.
• If the tutorial is unnecessary, tap the × at the top right to close the screen.
• Put a check in the “Hide Tutorial” checkbox in the final tutorial screen to prevent it from being shown in the future.*

*This tutorial will be shown again if the unit is restored to its default settings.

(To restore the unit to its default settings, in See "Other settings".)

Connecting microphones

1. 1. Connect mics to the MIC INPUT 1–4 jacks on the back. Point the mics at the sound sources and place the unit in a stable location where there is little vibration.
2. 2. Select the mic type.

Tap the input icon on the Menu Screen to open the Input Screen

1. 3. Tap a – mic icon to select that mic.

1. 4. This will open the Level Screen. Tap the Condenser or Dynamic (default) button to set the mic type.

(The following illustration example shows “Mic1”.)

• Only the Mic 1 screen has “Front” and “Rear” options.

After selecting the mic type, tap the home icon at the top right to return to the Home Screen.

If “Condenser” is selected as the mic setting, +48V power will be supplied to that mic input and a red dot will be shown next to that channel number on the Home Screen.

CAUTION

• Do not connect mics that are compatible with plug-in power.
  Doing so could cause damage.
• When “Condenser” is selected as the mic setting for a MIC INPUT jack, phantom power (+48V) will be turned on. Doing so could damage dynamic mics if they are connected.

Be careful when connecting mics and selecting mic types.

• If “Condenser” has been selected, the following message will appear the next time the unit is turned on.

Tap “Yes” to supply phantom power (+48V) to mic inputs that have been set to “Condenser”.

Tap “No” to change the settings of all mic inputs to “Dynamic”.

Connecting headphones

Connect headphones to the PHONES – jacks () on the back.

CAUTION

Before connecting headphones, minimize the volumes with the PHONES – knobs (). Failure to do so might cause sudden loud noises from the headphones, which could harm hearing or result in other trouble.

Connecting headsets (switching Mic 1 input)

Connect a headset to the PHONES (TRRS)

jack () on the front.

CAUTION

Before connecting a headset, minimize the level of the PHONES knob () on the top.

Failure to do so might cause sudden loud noises from the headset, which could harm hearing or result in other trouble.

Using a headset mic

To use the headset mic input as channel 1, set the input to “Front” on the Mic 1 Level Screen.

• To use the MIC INPUT 1 jack () on the back of the unit set the input to “Rear” (default) on the Mic 1 Level Screen.

NOTE

Output volume could be reduced if both PHONES jacks () and PHONES (TRRS)

jack () are used at the same time.

Making USB connections

Using USB to connect a computer, smartphone or tablet makes the following possible.

• The SD card in this unit can be used as USB mass storage.
• Audio can be input and output by using it as a USB audio device.

1. 1. Connect the included USB cable to the USB port () on the back of this unit and to a computer, smartphone or tablet.
2. 2. When this unit confirms USB connection, the USB icon will appear at the top right of its Home Screen.

NOTE

The unit should be connected using the included USB cable* directly to the smartphone, tablet or computer, not through a USB hub.

*When using a USB cable purchased elsewhere, use a high-quality cable (that has USB certification) of the shortest length possible. (See "USB cables".)

Connecting smartphones, media players and similar devices

Connect smartphones and other portable devices as well as media players and other audio devices to the LINE IN (TRRS) or LINE IN jacks on the back of the unit. Doing so allows input of these sound sources.

• Audio from a caller can be input by connecting a mobile phone or smartphone to the LINE IN (TRRS) jack of this unit. Likewise, audio from this unit can also be sent to the caller.

NOTE

The Mix Minus function is always used on audio output through the LINE IN (TRRS) jack. This prevents the audio from callers being returned to them.

1. 1. Set the INPUT SELECT switch () on the back of the unit according to the type of device being input.

• When connecting a smartphone or other portable device to the LINE IN (TRRS) jack ()

Set the INPUT SELECT switch () to (TRRS)

• When connecting a media player or other audio device to the LINE IN L/R jacks ()

Set the INPUT SELECT switch () to LINE IN

1. 2. Tap the input icon on the Menu Screen to open the Input Screen. Then, tap the smartphone icon to make voice settings, referring to See "Smartphone settings".

Connecting recording devices and monitor speakers

Sound mixed or played back on this unit can be output through the MONITOR OUT L/R jacks () or LINE OUT jack () on its back to monitor speakers (powered monitor speakers or an amp and speaker system).

• MONITOR OUT L/R jacks ()

For example, connect a recording device or powered monitor speakers that are compatible with standard 6.3mm (1/4") TRS jacks.

• LINE OUT jack ()

For example, connect these to input connectors that support line input on a recording device.

Use the MONITOR OUT knob on the top to adjust the speaker volume.

NOTE

If the volume cannot be adjusted with the MONITOR OUT knob (), confirm that “Line Level Output” is set to “OFF” in the See "8-5-1. AUDIO" on page 36.

Volume cannot be adjusted when set to “ON”.

CAUTION

Before turning the power on and connecting monitor speakers, minimize the volume with the MONITOR OUT knob () on the top. Failure to do so might cause sudden loud noises, which could harm your hearing or result in other trouble.

Connecting with Bluetooth devices

This unit has a built-in Bluetooth audio module. This enables input of sound played on computers and portable audio devices that support Bluetooth (A2DP) as well as output of sound from this unit to other Bluetooth devices.

Audio from a caller can be input by connecting a smartphone to this unit by Bluetooth. Likewise, audio from this unit can also be sent to the caller.

NOTE

The Mix Minus function is always used on audio output to Bluetooth devices. This prevents the audio from callers being returned to them.

Pairing

Follow the procedures below to enable pairing with a Bluetooth device.

NOTE

Pairing also requires operation of the Bluetooth device.

Refer to the operation manual of the Bluetooth device being used for instructions about how to use it.

1. 1. Tap the input icon on the Menu Screen to open the Input Screen. Then, tap the Bluetooth icon.

1. 2. This will open the Level Screen shown below. Tap the Pairing button to start pairing with the Bluetooth device.

NOTE

After the unit is turned on, the unit will automatically activate pairing mode for some time. Then, it will deactivate pairing mode.

1. 3. While searching for Bluetooth devices, the “Pairing” button will be highlighted and “Searching…” will appear in the message field to its right.

NOTE

If connecting does not complete after some time, pairing mode will be deactivated automatically. To reactivate pairing mode, tap the “Pairing” button again.

1. 4. Select “TASCAM Mixcast” on the Bluetooth device to be paired.
2. 5. When Bluetooth connection is confirmed, “Connected” will appear in the message field, and the Bluetooth icon will appear at the top right of the Home Screen.
3. 6. After completing the Bluetooth connection, set Voice Setting options as explained in See "Bluetooth settings".

SD card insertion, removal and write protection

Loading SD cards

This unit uses SD cards for recording and playback.

This unit can use SD cards that are Class 10 or higher and compatible with SD, SDHC or SDXC standards.

NOTE

• This product does not include an SD card.

Please purchase any that you need for your uses.

• We recommend using SD cards with capacities of at least 64 GB because multitrack recordings of all channel inputs use large amounts of space.
• A list of SD cards that have been confirmed for use with this unit can be found by accessing the TEAC Global Site (https://teac-global.com).
  Check the page for this product. You can also contact TASCAM customer support service.

1. 1. Open the SD card slot cover on the back and insert the card in the slot until it clicks into place.

1. 2. Formatting is necessary if the pop-up message shown below appears on the touchscreen when an SD card is inserted.

1. 3. Tap “Yes” to start formatting.
2. 4. When this unit confirms the SD card, the SD card icon will appear at the top right of the Home Screen.

NOTE

SD cards formatted by this unit are optimized to improve performance during recording. Use this unit to format the SD cards to be used with it.

Errors might occur when recording with this unit using an SD card formatted by a computer or other device.

Removing SD cards

First, turn the unit off or stop operation. Then, gently press the SD card in to eject it, and remove it

CAUTION

Never remove an SD card when the unit is operating (including recording, playing back, or writing data to the SD card).

Doing so could cause proper recording to fail, data to be lost, and sudden loud noises from monitoring equipment, which might damage the equipment, harm hearing or cause other trouble.

1. 1. Open the SD card slot cover () on the back and push the card in gently until it comes out.
2. 2. Pull the SD card out.
3. 3. The SD card icon at the top right of the touchscreen will disappear.

SD card write protection switches

SD cards have write-protection switches that prevent writing new data to them.

If you slide the write-protection switch to the “LOCK” position, writing will not be possible. Move the write-protection switch to the unlocked position in order to record, erase and otherwise edit data on the card.

Recording

Start podcast recording after completing adjusting the input levels, audio characteristics and effects for each channel.

1. 1. Load an SD card.
2. 2. If effect sounds and background music (BGM) assigned to Sound Pads will be used while recording, on the Home Screen switch to the Sound Pad bank that has the necessary sounds before starting recording.

• See "Adding effect sounds while recording" for procedures to switch banks.
• See "Sound Pad overview" for procedures to add effect sounds and BGM to Sound Pads.

NOTE

The Sound Pad bank cannot be changed while recording.

1. 3. After preparation is complete, press the REC/PAUSE [] button () on the unit to start recording.

• Press the REC/PAUSE [] button () while recording to pause recording.

(The paused icon will appear when recording is paused.)

1. 4. To stop recording, press the STOP [] button () when recording or paused.

The following message will appear.

1. 5. Tap “Yes" to stop recording.

NOTE

Recording will continue while the message is shown until “Yes” is tapped.

1. 6. After recording stops, the RENAME Screen will open.

The provisional name will be shown. Use the screen keyboard as necessary to input a new name for the podcast, and tap “OK”.

NOTE

• Tap “Aa” on the keyboard to switch between uppercase letters, lowercase letters, and numbers and symbols.
• If wrong characters are input, tap “Del” to delete one character at a time.
• Podcast files are saved in the PODCAST folder on the SD card.
• Saved files are named with the podcast name and “_01.wav” added to the end.

If the file size exceeds 4 GB, additional files will be created and named in order with “_02.wav” and “_03.wav” added to their ends.

NOTE

• When SD Multi Record is ON, recording to files will occur with the following channel order.

• When SD Multi Record is off, only the stereo mix will be recorded.

(See "MULTI TRACK".)

Adding effect sounds while recording

Effect sounds and BGM assigned to Sound Pads can be added while recording.

1. 1. On the Home Screen, use the and icons to switch banks to open the one with the Sound Pads that have the necessary sounds.

1. 2. After switching banks, press Sound Pads () to play the sounds assigned to them.

NOTE

• Playing effect sounds and BGM while recording will cause those sounds to also be recorded.
• The bank cannot be changed while recording. Switch to the necessary bank before beginning recording.

Adding marks while recording

Press the MARK button () while recording at positions where events occur to add marks at those points.

This is useful to check content if you want to change it after recording.

The necessary points can be found quickly when editing recorded content in the dedicated software or to overwrite it on the Advanced Screen opened from the PLAY Screen.

Added marks can be checked on the Advanced Screen during playback.

(See "Checking added marks on the Advanced Screen".)

NOTE

The maximum number of marks that can be added to a single podcast is 99.

Playing recordings

This unit can play podcasts recorded on it.

1. 1. Tap the menu icon on the Home Screen to open the Menu Screen.

1. 2. Tap the play icon.

This opens the podcast PLAY Screen.

1. 3. Tap the podcast you want to play to select it.

The selected podcast will be highlighted.

1. 4. Tap the play icon to start playback.

Press the MARK button () while it is lit to add a mark at that point.

(See "Adding marks during playback".)

1. 5. During playback, the play icon will change to the pause icon.

Tap the pause icon to pause playback.

• When paused, it changes to the play icon. Tap the play icon again to resume playback.

• Press the STOP [] button () when paused to set the playback starting position to the beginning of the podcast.
• Selecting a different podcast or opening any screen other than the PLAY Screen will stop playback of the podcast.

Changing the names of podcasts

Podcast names can be changed using the following procedure.

1. 1. Tap the name of the podcast you want to change on the PLAY Screen to select it.

• The selected podcast will be highlighted.

1. 2. Tap the rename icon to open the RENAME Screen.

Use the screen keyboard to input a new name for the podcast.

• Tap “Aa” on the keyboard to switch between uppercase letters, lowercase letters, and numbers and symbols.
• If wrong characters are input, tap “Del” to delete one character at a time.

1. 3. After completing the podcast name change, tap “OK” on the screen keyboard to confirm it.

Deleting podcasts

1. 1. Tap the name of the podcast you want to delete on the PLAY Screen to select it.

1. 2. Press the trash icon to open the following message.

Tap “OK” to delete the podcast.

ATTENTION

Deleted podcasts cannot be restored.

Be careful not to use this function mistakenly in order to avoid deleting important data.

Adding marks during playback

By adding marks, points can be found quickly when editing recorded content in the dedicated software or overwriting on the Advanced Screen.

• Press the MARK button () during playback to add marks at positions where you want them.

• The following message will appear when marks are added.

Added marks can be checked on the Advanced Screen.

Advanced playback functions

Using advanced playback functions, podcasts can be recorded over and checked. On the Playback Screen, tap the Advanced button.

1. 3. The Advanced Screen will open.

Play icon

Tap this to play the selected podcast. During playback, the play icon will change to the pause icon.

Timeline and slider

The playback position can be changed as desired by moving the slider on the timeline.

Time jumping controls

Tap the time display field to show and select from the following forward/backward jump times.

• 1s, 5s, 10s (default), 30s

After selecting the jump time, tap the and icons to find the position where overwriting should start.

SET button

Tap this to move the mark (overwrite starting position) to the slider position.

CLEAR button

This clears the mark (overwrite starting position) shown by the SET button.

Mark jump controls

When playing a podcast that already has marks added to it, tap the and icons to move the slider directly to them on the timeline.

Checking added marks on the Advanced Screen

Added marks can be checked on the Advanced Screen.

Tap the Advanced button to open the Advanced Screen.

• If a podcast has marks added to it, they will be shown above the timeline.

• Tap the and jump icons to move the slider directly to marks on the timeline.

Deleting added marks on the Advanced Screen

To delete a mark that has been added, when playback is stopped or paused, use the and mark jump icons to move the slider to the desired mark. Then, press the MARK button () to delete it

The following message will appear when marks are deleted.

Overwrite recording

A recorded podcast can be recorded over (overwritten) from a mark point added to it or any desired position using the advanced playback functions.

When overwrite recording is conducted, from the time where it starts, the existing audio will be replaced with the new recording.

Overwrite recording from an added mark

Select the podcast to overwrite on the PLAY Screen, and tap the Advanced button to open the Advanced Screen.

1. 1. On the Advanced Screen, use the and MARK jump controls to move the slider on the timeline to the point where you want overwrite recording to start. Then, tap the SET button.

This will set the recording starting position, which will be shown as the Overwrite Position mark above the timeline.

NOTE

The overwrite recording starting position will be set after 00:00:01.

1. 2. Press the REC [] button () on the unit to start overwrite recording.

• While overwriting, the Overwrite Recording Home Screen will be shown.

1. 3. After recording completes, press the STOP [] button ().

The following message will appear.

1. 4. Tap “Yes" to stop recording and open the confirmation screen.

1. 5. Tap the play icon on the confirmation screen to check the content of the overwritten recording.

• If there are no issues, tap “OK”.
• Tap “Retry” if you want to redo overwrite recording. Since this will open the confirmation message in step 2, press the REC/PAUSE [] button ().
  Overwrite recording from the same position can be conducted again.
• To cancel overwriting, tap “DISCARD”.

Using TALKBACK functions

By using the TALKBACK function, speaking (from the director) through Mic 1 can be output only to PHONES – (the participants) during podcast recording, for example.

• To use the TALKBACK function, speak through Mic 1 while pressing the TALKBACK button ().

While the TALKBACK button () is being pressed, output is through the PHONES – jacks.

Furthermore, unless the SOLO function is being used, it will also be output through the PHONES and PHONES (TRRS) jacks.

• While the TALKBACK button () is being pressed, the Mic 1 input audio will be muted and not recorded. It will not be output from the MONITOR OUT L/R or LINE OUT jacks ().

This unit can be used with the functions of a 14-in/2-out USB audio interface by connecting it to a computer, smartphone or tablet by USB.

In addition, the dedicated software* can be used to add effect sounds, background music and other sounds to the Sound Pads as well as to edit podcasts recorded on the unit.

Note: See the TASCAM Podcast Editor operation manual for details about the software.

Sound settings when using with Windows OS

1. 1. Open Settings > System > Sound, and open the Sound Control Panel.
2. 2. After selecting the Recording tab, and selecting “Mic (Mixcast 4)”, click “Set Default (S)”.

Confirm that a check () is next to “Mic (Mixcast 4)”, and click “Properties (P)”.

1. 3. On the Mic Properties screen, open the Advanced tab and set the “Default Format” to “14 channel, 24 bit, 48000 Hz”, and click the “OK” button.

• To use TASCAM Podcast Editor or other software that supports multiple channels, select a 14 channel setting.
• Select a 2-channel setting when using OBS Studio or another application that supports 2-channel audio devices.

This completes Windows OS sound settings.

NOTE

By installing a dedicated ASIO driver when using Windows OS, it can also be used with ordinary DAW software that supports ASIO. The dedicated ASIO driver can be downloaded from the website for this product.

Using with Mac OS (audio settings)

1. 1. Open the Audio MIDI Setup () app from the Applications folder.
2. 2. Set “Mixcast 4” shown in the sidebar as the input/output (mic/speaker) device.

• Do not enable “Play Alerts and Sound Effects Through This Device”.

1. 3. Confirm that the “Input” setting is “14 ch” as shown in the illustration below.

This completes making audio settings for Mac OS.

Using with iOS/iPadOS devices

No sound or audio settings are necessary for connecting and using with iOS and iPadOS devices.

Data output by USB

Data output from this unit will be input to the computer, smartphone or tablet with the following channel order.

For Windows OS, Mac OS, iOS and iPadOS

Sound Pad overview

• Effect sounds, background music (BGM) and other audio can be assigned to each of the Sound Pads () on top of the unit.
• Groups of sound source settings for pad buttons (1–8) are called “banks” in this document.
• This unit can switch between 9 banks (0–8), allowing a total of 72 different sounds to be played. Up to 8 sounds can be set for the pads in banks 1–8.
• Bank 0 is preset with sound sources included in the unit.

Press the pads to play the sounds assigned to them.

During recording, assigned sounds can be played and various effects can be applied to the recording.

• Using the dedicated software, sounds can be transferred to each pad. (See the TASCAM Podcast Editor operation manual for details about the software.)
• Use the Pad Settings on the Sound Pad Settings Screen to edit the function assignments of each pad (including color, play method and setting clearing).

(See "8 PAD Settings".)

• Using PAD Advanced on the Sound Pad Settings Screen, a “Bleep” sound or effect can be set.

(See "0 PAD Advanced".)

*The mic effect setting can be assigned to a sound pad and applied.

(See "Adjusting mic input effects (Effect Setting)".)

• Using PAD Rec in the Sound Pad settings, recorded sounds and effect sounds can be assigned to each pad.

(See "9 PAD Rec".)

Explanation of Sound Pad Screen functions

Tap the menu icon on the Home Screen to open the Menu Screen. Then, tap the sound pad icon to open the Sound Pad Screen.

Pads

Tap a pad to check or change the function assigned to it. These are linked to the Sound Pad buttons on the unit ().

Sound Pad Bank indicators

The number of the currently selected bank is highlighted.

Sound Pad Bank switch icons

Tap the icon to switch to the lower-numbered bank.

Tap the icon to switch to the higher-numbered bank.

Pad color setting

The color of the selected pad can be changed.

Trash icon

Tap this icon to clear the settings and functions assigned to the selected pad.

Play Method

This shows how the effect sound or BGM of the selected pad will be output.

The output mode can also be selected and changed.

Tap the button and select one of the following play methods.

Sound source file name

This shows the name of the sound source file shown on the pad.

PAD Settings

• The desired color can be selected and set with the pad color setting (). These colors are also applied the Sound Pad buttons on the unit ().
• How effects and BGM are output can be set with the Play Method button ().

PAD Rec

Effect sounds and BGM can be captured from each input signal.

(See "Recording sounds and assigning them to Sound Pads".)

PAD Advanced

Apply mic effect settings.

(See "Assigning effects to Sound Pads".)

Playing Sound Pads

Sound Pads can be played on the Home Screen and MENU Screen.

NOTE

Sound Pads cannot be used during podcast playback on the PLAY Screen or Advanced Screen.

1. 1. Press the Sound Pad buttons () to check their playback sounds

1. 2. Use the channel faders () to adjust playback levels.

Assigning effects to Sound Pads

Mic input sounds can be changed by effects assigned to Sound Pads.

As an example, here we explain the procedure to add a sound that uses the voice changer effect function to Pad 1 of Bank 1.

1. 1. Load an SD card.
2. 2. Turn on the Voice Changer function on the mic Effect Setting Screen, and adjust the sound to the desired effect.

This effect will be applied when the pad is pressed.

(See "Adjusting mic input effects (Effect Setting)".)

1. 3. Open the PAD Settings page of the Sound Pad Screen and activate Bank 1.

NOTE

• Since Bank 0 is preset with the sound sources included in the unit, select Bank 1–8.
• If the pad in the bank you want to add the effect to already has an assignment, tap the trash icon and clear that pad, or tap a different pad that is empty.

1. 4. Open the Bank 1 screen and tap Pad 1.

The desired color can be set.

1. 5. Next, tap “PAD Advanced” to show the advanced functions.

1. 6. When the advanced functions are shown, tap the round “Effect” button.

“Effect” will be shown on Bank 1 Pad 1.

This adds the effect function to Pad 1 of Bank 1.

NOTE

• The only playback method for the bleep sound is Touch.
• The only playback methods for the effect are Latch and Touch.

1. 7. Next, tap “PAD Settings” to reopen the settings on the Sound Pad Screen.

1. 8. On the Pad Settings page, set the pad color as desired. Then, tap the Home icon at the top right to return to the Home Screen

1. 9. On the Home Screen, press Sound Pad () button 1.

The effect will be applied to the mic input while the button is being pressed

Clearing Sound Pad effect functions

Use the following procedures to clear effect functions assigned to Sound Pads.

As an example, here we explain the procedure to remove an effect function assigned to Bank 1.

1. 1. Open the PAD Settings page of the Sound Pad Screen and activate Bank 1.

1. 2. Open the Bank 1 screen and tap Pad 1.

• “Effect” is shown in the audio source file name field.
• Tap the garbage icon to clear the assigned effect function.

Recording sounds and assigning them to Sound Pads

Sound Pad audio sources can be recorded by this unit.

(The stereo mix of the unit is recorded.)

As an example, here we explain the procedure for recording and adding a sound to Pad 1 of Bank 1.

1. 1. Load an SD card.
2. 2. Adjust the faders and other controls so you can hear the sound mix that you want to record to the pad.
3. 3. Open the PAD Settings page of the Sound Pad Screen and activate Bank 1.

1. 4. When the Bank 1 screen is open, tap Pad 1.

• The desired color can be set.
• As necessary, select the Play Method on the Sound Pad Screen to set how it plays back.

1. 5. Next, tap “PAD Rec” to show the pad recording control.

1. 6. Tap the “ Rec Start” button to start recording.

1. 7. While recording, the button becomes “ Rec Stop”.

1. 8. Tap the “ Rec Stop” button to stop recording.
2. 9. Next, the RENAME Screen will open.

The provisional name will be shown. Use the screen keyboard as necessary to input a new name.

1. 10. When complete, tap “OK” on the screen keyboard to confirm.
2. 11. “PAD11_001” will be assigned to Bank 1 Pad 1, and the Sound Pad Screen will reopen with PAD Rec activated.

This completes assigning the recorded sound to Pad 1 of Bank 1.

1. 12. Next, tap “PAD Settings” to reopen the settings on the Sound Pad Screen.

1. 13. On the Pad Settings page, set the pad color as desired. Then, tap the Home icon at the top right to return to the Home Screen

1. 14. On the Home Screen, press Sound Pad () button 1 to play the sound recorded using the Sound Pad Screen recording function.

NOTE

If the playback sound cannot be heard, adjust the Sound Pad fader.

The following is a list of pop-up messages that are shown when errors occur.

Refer to this list if one of these pop-up messages appears on the this unit and you want to check the meaning or determine a proper response.

If you are having trouble with the operation of this unit, please try the following before seeking repair.

If these measures do not solve the problem, please contact the store where you bought the unit or TASCAM customer support service.

Power will not turn on

• Confirm that the power plug and other connectors are inserted completely.

The SD card is not recognized

• Confirm that the SD card is inserted completely.
• Is an SD card supported by the unit loaded?

Confirm that SD cards are supported before using them.

• Confirm that the SD card being used is properly formatted.

Back up necessary data to a computer or other device and format the SD card again.

• If the unit stops responding to operations after loading an SD card, a problem is occurring with the SD card connection. Remove and re-insert the SD card.

No sound is output

• Confirm that the MONITOR OUT and/or PHONES
  –
  knobs as well as the faders are raised to suitable levels.
• Are any of the channel SOLO or MUTE buttons on?
• Confirm that mics and other audio sources are connected correctly to the input jacks.
• Confirm the input level settings and audio source settings are correct.

Check the settings of the inputs and the connected equipment again.

• Is a monitoring system correctly connected to the MONITOR OUT or LINE OUT jacks?

Is the monitoring system set up correctly?

(See "Connecting recording devices and monitor speakers".)

The sound I want to record is distorted

• Confirm that the input levels of the channels are suitable.

Confirm that the input source levels are not too high.

• Confirm that the Voice Setting of each input is suitable.
• Confirm that the channel faders and the MONITOR OUT knob are not raised too high.
• Is the monitoring level too high, causing the monitoring system to distort?

Recording is not possible

• Confirm that the SD card has enough open space.
• Recording becomes impossible when the podcast name reaches “PODCAST_999”.

Playback is not possible

• Confirm that the file uses the sampling frequency (48 kHz) and bit depth (24-bit) supported by this unit.

There is noise

• Confirm that the connection cables do not have contact issues.
• If this unit is near a TV, radio, power amplifier or other device with a large transformer, noise could occur with this unit or other devices nearby. (See “Precautions for placement and use” in the Owner's Manual.)

Sound via Bluetooth breaks up or is noisy

• Are there any wireless LAN devices, other Bluetooth devices, microwave ovens or similar equipment nearby?

Keep such devices as far away as possible during use.

• Try reducing the distance between this unit and the other Bluetooth device. Try changing the positions of this unit and the other Bluetooth device.
• Depending on the settings of the device connected by smartphone, the operation of apps other than for music playback could cause the sound to break up. In this case, stop operation of apps other than the one used for music playback.

Cannot connect or communication is interrupted when using Bluetooth

• Confirm that the other Bluetooth device power is on and that its Bluetooth function is on.
• Confirm that the other Bluetooth device is not too far away.

Are there walls or other obstacles, for example, between this unit and the other Bluetooth device?

• Try changing the positions of this unit and the other Bluetooth device.
• Turn the unit off once and restart it.
• Remove the “TASCAM Mixcast” pairing record from the other Bluetooth device, and try pairing the unit with it again. (See "Connecting with Bluetooth devices".)

Cannot pair with another Bluetooth device

• Confirm that the other Bluetooth device supports A2DP.
• Confirm that the other Bluetooth device is in a state that allows transmission. For details, check the operation manual of that Bluetooth device.
• Turn the power off for both this unit and the other Bluetooth device once. Then, turn them both on and try pairing them again.
• Turn off Bluetooth devices other than the one that you are trying to pair with.
• Remove the “TASCAM Mixcast” pairing record from the other Bluetooth device, and try pairing the unit with it again. (See "Connecting with Bluetooth devices".)

A computer does not recognize the unit when connected by USB

• This unit cannot be used with USB 1.1. Use a USB 2.0 or USB 3.0 port.
• Do not use a USB hub with this unit. Always connect the unit directly to a USB port on the computer.
• If the above methods do not resolve the problem, connect the unit to a different USB port on the computer.

Feedback occurs when connected by USB

• Feedback could occur depending on the settings. Mixing the sound input into the unit with sound from the computer and sending it back to the computer and then to the unit again will cause the sound to be repeated and amplified.

When using a DAW or other recording software, turn input monitoring off for all channels.

Noise occurs or sound drops out when connected by USB

When noise and dropouts occur while using this product, the cause is often excessive CPU load on the connected computer. In particular, wireless LAN or antivirus software, for example, running in the background can noticeably cause noise and sound drop outs.

Please try the following basic countermeasures.

NOTE

Depending on the system, compatibility issues with the computer might prevent proper operation.

Please understand beforehand that there are no perfect solutions to ensure problem-free use with every computer.

• Checklist when noise occurs or sound drops out

Connect this unit by USB directly to the computer.* Do not use a USB hub.

Restart the computer before beginning.

*When using a desktop computer, disconnect all USB devices other than this unit, a keyboard and a mouse. When using a laptop computer, disconnect all USB devices other than this unit.

1. 1. Confirm that the operating system is compatible with this product.

Always complete all operating system updates and use the latest version.

1. 2. Confirm that the product firmware is the latest version.
2. 3. When using software that uses the ASIO driver on Windows,

confirm that the driver is the latest version.

1. 4. When using Windows, disable all devices other than this one for “Recording” and “Playback” in the Windows Sound settings (Sound Control Panel).
2. 5. When using Windows, check the power settings.

• In the “USB settings”, set the “USB selective suspend setting” to “Disabled”.
• Set “Processor power management” “Minimum processor state” to “100%”.

1. 6. Adjust the buffer size.

Raise or lower the default setting value of 256 one step at a time,

With software that uses the ASIO driver, open the Settings Panel from the software.

1. 7. Change the USB port and USB cable.

Try connecting to a USB 2.0 port on the computer if it has one.

1. 8. When using macOS, try resetting the NVRAM (or PRAM) and the SMC.

• https://support.apple.com/ja-jp/HT204063
• https://support.apple.com/ja-jp/HT201295

1. 9. Stop antivirus software and other software running in the background, and disable wireless LAN. Then, check whether the problem continues to occur.

Dimensional drawings

Block diagram

Block diagram (pdf)

Level diagram

Level diagram INPUT (pdf)

Level diagram OUTPUT (pdf)

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