Tascam Digital Mixing Console TM-D4000 Owners Manual

							 
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TM-D4000 
Digital Mixing Console
OWNER’S  MANUAL
 
9101413400 
						

							 
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CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK).  NO  USER-SERVICEABLE  PARTS INSIDE. REFER
SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence
of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature  accompany-
ing  the  appliance.The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert
the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.. 
This appliance has a serial number
located on the rear panel. Please record
the model number and serial number
and retain them for your records.
Model number
Serial number 
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WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS 
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. 
IMPORTANT (for U.K. Customers) 
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. 
If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home
or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an
appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your
dealer.
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off, remove the 
fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid 
a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains
supply.
If this product is not provided with a mains plug, or one has to be
fitted, then follow the instructions given below: 
IMPORTANT: 
 The wires in this mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code: 
GREEN-AND-YELLOW : 
EARTH 
BLUE : 
NEUTRAL 
BROWN : 
LIVE 
WARNING: 
 This apparatus must be earthed.
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may
not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the
terminals in your plug proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured GREEN-and-YELLOW must be
connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the letter
E or by the safety earth symbol  
 
 or coloured GREEN or
GREEN-and-YELLOW.
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.
The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.
When replacing the fuse only a correctly rated approved type
should be used and be sure to re-fit the fuse cover.
IF IN DOUBT — CONSULT A COMPETENT
ELECTRICIAN.
 
TO THE USER 
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. 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.
Operation of this equipment in a residental area is
likely to cause harmful interference in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his
own expense. 
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 the consumers in Europe
WARNING
 
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this
product may cause radio interference in which case the user
may be required to take adequate measures.
 
Pour les utilisateurs en Europe
AVERTISSEMENT
 
Il s’agit d’un produit de Classe A. Dans un environnement
domestique, cet appareil peut provoquer des interférences
radio, dans ce cas l’utilisateur peut être amené à prendre des
mesures appropriées.
 
Für Kunden in Europa
Warnung
 
Dies is eine Einrichtung, welche die Funk-Entstörung nach
Klasse A besitzt. Diese Einrichtung kann im Wohnbereich
Funkstörungen versursachen ; in diesem Fall kann vom
Betrieber verlang werden, angemessene Maßnahmen
durchzuführen und dafür aufzukommen.
 
 For U.S.A 
Important Safety Precautions 
						

							 
  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 
CAUTION: 
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Read all of these Instructions. 
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Save these Instructions for later use. 
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Follow all Warnings and Instructions marked on the audio
equipment.
1) Read Instructions 
 — All the safety and operating instructions
should be read before the product is operated. 
2) Retain Instructions  
— The safety and operating instructions
should be retained for future reference. 
3) Heed Warnings 
 — All warnings on the product and in the operating
instructions should be adhered to. 
4) Follow Instructions 
 — All operating and use instructions should be
followed. 
5) Cleaning 
 — Unplug this product from the wall outlet before clean-
ing. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for
cleaning. 
6) Attachments 
 — Do not use attachments not recommended by the
product manufacturer as they may cause hazards. 
7) Water and Moisture 
 — Do not use this product near water — for
example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a
wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like. 
8) Accessories 
 — Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a
child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart,
stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold
with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manu-
facturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recom-
mended by the manufacturer. 
9) 
 A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick
stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and
cart combination to overturn. 
10) 
  
Ventilation 
 — Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for
ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product  and to protect
it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered.
The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed,
sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a
built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation
is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to. 
11) Power Sources 
 — This product should be operated only from the
type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure
of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or
local power company. For products intended to operate from battery
power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. 
12) Grounding or Polarization 
 — This product may be equipped
with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade
wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one
way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into
the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact
your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety
purpose of the polarized plug. 
13) Power-Cord Protection 
 — Power-supply cords should be routed
so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed
upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, con-
venience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product. 
14) Outdoor Antenna Grounding 
 — If an outside antenna or cable
system is connected to the product, be  sure the antenna or cable system
is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and
built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding
of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an
antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of
antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and require-
ments for the grounding electrode. 
Note to CATV system installer: 
This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention
to Section 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper
grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be con-
nected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of
cable entry as practical. 
15) Lightning 
 — For added protection for this product during a light-
ning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of
time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable
system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and
power-line surges. 
16) Power Lines 
 — An outside antenna system should not be located
in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power
circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When
installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to
keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them
might be fatal. 
17) Overloading 
 — Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or
integral convenience receptacles as this can result in risk of fire or elec-
tric shock. 
18) Object and Liquid Entry 
 — Never push objects of any kind into
this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage
points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never
spill liquid of any kind on the product. 
19) Servicing 
 — Do not attempt to service this product yourself as
opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or
other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 
20) Damage Requiring Service 
 — Unplug this product from the
wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the
following conditions: 
a) 
when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. 
b) 
if liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product. 
c) 
if the product has been exposed to rain or water. 
d) 
if the product does not operate normally by following the operating
instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in
damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to
restore the product to its normal operation. 
e) 
if the product has been dropped or damaged in any way. 
f ) 
when the product exhibits a distinct change in performance – this
indicates a need for service. 
21) Replacement Parts 
 — When replacement  parts are required, be
sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the
manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. 
Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other
hazards. 
22) Safety Check 
 — Upon completion of any service or repairs to this
product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine
that the product is in proper operating condition. 
23) Wall or Ceiling Mounting 
 — The product should be mounted to a
wall or ceiling only  as recommended by the manufacturer. 
24) Heat  
— The product should be situated away from heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
ANTENNA
LEAD IN
WIRE
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
GROUND CLAMPS
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250. PART H)
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODEELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
Example of Antenna Grounding as per
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70
GROUND
CLAMP 
						

							 
Table of Contents 
 Table of Contents–i 
1 - Introduction 
1.1 Features ............................................. 1–1
1.2  About this manual  ............................ 1–1 
1.2.1 How this manual is arranged  ....................... 1–2
1, “Introduction”  .................................................. 1–2
2, “Principles of operation”  ................................. 1–2
3, “System setup”  ............................................... 1–2
4, “Module operations”  ....................................... 1–2
5, “Monitoring”  .................................................... 1–2
6, “Surround modes”  .......................................... 1–2
7, “Internal effect processor”  .............................. 1–2
8, “Library functions” ........................................... 1–2
9, “Machine Control”  ........................................... 1–2
10, “MIDI”  ........................................................... 1–2
11, “Cascade”  ..................................................... 1–2
12, “Front panel”  ................................................. 1–2
13, “Rear panel & connections”  .......................... 1–2
14, “Specifications, etc.”  ..................................... 1–2
“Tutorial–Simple recording session”  ................... 1–2
 
1.3 Expansion cards ............................... 1–2 
IF-TD4000 .......................................................... 1–3
IF-AE4000 .......................................................... 1–3
IF-LP4000 ........................................................... 1–3
IF-AD4000 .......................................................... 1–3
1.3.1 Fitting the interface cards ............................. 1–3
1.3.2 Input channel numbering  ............................. 1–4
1.3.3 Output busses  .............................................. 1–4
1.3.4 Direct out ...................................................... 1–4
 
1.4  Word clock issues  ............................ 1–5
1.5  Effects and monitoring ..................... 1–5 
2 - Principles of operation 
2.1 User interface .................................... 2–1
2.2 Road map .......................................... 2–1
2.3  Using the PODs ................................. 2–2 
2.3.1 Selecting screens ......................................... 2–2
2.3.2 Navigation in screens ................................... 2–3
2.3.3 Using the JOG dial  ....................................... 2–3
2.3.4 One channel or one parameter?  .................. 2–3
2.3.5 Selecting channels  ....................................... 2–4
 
2.4 Fader layers ....................................... 2–4 
2.4.1 Turning fader motors on and off ................... 2–5
2.4.2 Physical and logical faders  .......................... 2–5
 
3 - System setup 
3.1 I/O setup ............................................ 3–1 
3.1.1 STEREO OUT settings  ................................ 3–1
3.1.2 Consumer options  ........................................ 3–2
3.1.3 Word length and dithering  ............................ 3–2
 
3.2 CLOCK setup .................................... 3–2 
3.2.1 Selecting clock frequencies  ......................... 3–3
3.2.2 Clock check .................................................. 3–4
3.2.3 Clock settings (other)  ................................... 3–4
3.2.4 Clock tolerance  ............................................ 3–4
 
3.3 Option setup ...................................... 3–4 
3.3.1 Location display mode  ................................. 3–5
3.3.2 Timecode source  ......................................... 3–5
3.3.3 Preferences .................................................. 3–5
3.3.4 Fader select  ................................................. 3–5
3.3.5 Select MODULE return  ................................ 3–5
3.3.6 Select link ..................................................... 3–53.3.7 Dial edit  ........................................................ 3–5
3.3.8 Automation fader inhibit ................................ 3–5
3.3.9 Balance level  ................................................ 3–5
3.3.10 Oscillator ...................................................... 3–5
3.3.11 Meter ballistics .............................................. 3–5
 
4 - Module operations 
4.1  Module features and control  ............ 4–1 
4.1.1 Stereo out module  ........................................ 4–1
4.1.2 Control of module parameters ...................... 4–1
 
4.2 Stereo linking ..................................... 4–2 
4.2.1 Using the ST LINK key to link channels  ....... 4–2
4.2.2 Using the SEL keys to link channels  ............ 4–2
 
4.3 Equalization ....................................... 4–3
4.4 Channel-to-buss assignments ......... 4–3 
4.4.1 Using the MODULE screen for buss 
assignment ................................................... 4–3
4.4.2 Using the ASSIGN key for buss assignment  4–4
 
4.5 Aux sends .......................................... 4–4 
4.5.1 Using the MODULE screen to set send 
levels ............................................................ 4–4
4.5.2 Using AUX keys to set send levels ............... 4–4
AUX Fader control  .............................................. 4–5
Stereo linking and AUX sends  ............................ 4–5
 
4.6  Dynamics processor settings  .......... 4–5 
4.6.1 Assigning a processor to a module  .............. 4–6
4.6.2 Using the MODULE key to make dynamics 
processor settings  ........................................ 4–6
4.6.3 Using the DYNAMICS key to make dynamics 
processor settings  ........................................ 4–6
4.6.4 Compressor/limiter settings .......................... 4–6
4.6.5 Gate settings  ................................................ 4–7
4.6.6 Linked channels  ........................................... 4–7
 
4.7  Pan and balance  ................................ 4–7 
4.7.1 Using the MODULE key to set pan and 
balance ......................................................... 4–7
Mono modules  .................................................... 4–7
Stereo modules  .................................................. 4–7
4.7.2 Using the PAN/BAL key  ............................... 4–8
 
4.8  Pad and phase(  
F  
) .............................. 4–8 
4.8.1 Using the MODULE screen  .......................... 4–8
4.8.2 Using the PAD/phase key  ............................ 4–8
 
4.9  Fader and cut groups ........................ 4–9 
4.9.1 Making group settings  .................................. 4–9
4.9.2 Clearing group settings  ................................ 4–9
 
4.10  Checking fader and cut status  ......... 4–9 
4.10.1 Resetting faders to 0 dB  ...............................4–10
4.10.2 Buss and Aux send metering  .......................4–10
 
4.11 Buss delay .........................................4–10 
4.11.1 Global delay setting ......................................4–11
 
4.12  MODULE screen (miscellaneous)  ....4–11 
4.12.1 Meter pickoff point  ........................................4–11
4.12.2 Other information ..........................................4–11
 
4.13 Soloing ...............................................4–11 
5 - Monitoring 
5.1  CR and STUDIO  .................................5–13 
5.1.1 Monitor sources ............................................5–13
5.1.2 Adjusting volume  ..........................................5–13
5.1.3 Talkback .......................................................5–13
5.1.4 Near-field monitors  .......................................5–13 
						

							 
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5.2 Meters ................................................5–13
5.3 2-track monitoring ............................5–14
5.4 SOLO ..................................................5–14 
5.4.1 Inplace solo defeat  .......................................5–14
5.4.2 Solo mode  ....................................................5–14
5.4.3 PFL level  ......................................................5–15
5.4.4 To clear all soloed channels .........................5–15
 
6 - Surround modes 
6.1  Selecting a surround mode .............. 6–1 
6.1.1 Selecting a buss pattern ............................... 6–1
 
6.2 Monitoring issues ............................. 6–2
6.3 Buss delay ......................................... 6–2
6.4  Modules in the surround mix  ........... 6–2 
6.4.1 Assigning modules  ....................................... 6–2
6.4.2 “Pan” controls  ............................................... 6–3
 
7 - Internal effect processor 
7.1  Routing the processor ...................... 7–1 
7.1.1 Effect processor feed  ................................... 7–1
7.1.2 Processor input mode  .................................. 7–1
7.1.3 Effect processor input level  .......................... 7–1
7.1.4 Effect processor return  ................................. 7–1
 
7.2 Effect types ....................................... 7–2 
7.2.1 Selecting a basic effect type ......................... 7–2
7.2.2 Editing a recalled effect  ................................ 7–2
7.2.3 Storing an edited effect  ................................ 7–3
 
7.3 Preset effects .................................... 7–4 
8 - Library functions 
8.1 Snapshot memories ......................... 8–1 
8.1.1 Snapshot 00  ................................................. 8–1
8.1.2 Recalling a snapshot  .................................... 8–2
8.1.3 Storing a snapshot  ....................................... 8–2
8.1.4 Copying a snapshot ...................................... 8–2
8.1.5 Naming a snapshot  ...................................... 8–2
8.1.6 MIDI dumping and loading of snapshot 
library entries  ................................................ 8–3
 
8.2 Other libraries ................................... 8–4 
8.2.1 Effect type abbreviations  .............................. 8–5
8.2.2 Recalling a library entry  ................................ 8–6
8.2.3 Storing a library entry  ................................... 8–6
8.2.4 Copying a library entry  ................................. 8–6
8.2.5 Naming a library entry  .................................. 8–6
8.2.6 Storing and recalling library entries using 
MIDI .............................................................. 8–6
 
8.3  Preset library entries  ........................ 8–7 
8.3.1 EQ presets  ................................................... 8–7
8.3.2 Dynamics processor presets  ........................ 8–8
 
9 - Machine Control 
9.1  Selecting devices for control  ........... 9–1 
9.1.1 Deleting devices from the list  ....................... 9–1
9.1.2 Auto-detection of devices  ............................. 9–1
9.1.3 Selecting the control type for the devices ..... 9–2
PORT .................................................................. 9–2
DEVICE .............................................................. 9–2
ID ........................................................................ 9–2
CHASE ............................................................... 9–2
SCR .................................................................... 9–2TRA and REC  .....................................................9–2
9.1.4 Machine Control mapping memories  ............9–3
9.1.5 Showing current Machine Control 
mappings ......................................................9–4
9.1.6 Automatically creating a list of machine 
control mapping memories  ...........................9–4
 
9.2 General parameters ........................... 9–4 
9.2.1 Edit Frames  ..................................................9–4
9.2.2 Play Mode .....................................................9–5
AUTO ..................................................................9–5
DEFERRED ........................................................9–5
IMMEDIATE ........................................................9–5
9.2.3 Cueing Mode  ................................................9–5
9.2.4 Locate Preroll  ...............................................9–5
 
9.3 Location memories ............................ 9–5 
9.3.1 Selecting the location point display  ..............9–5
9.3.2 Storing a location memory “on the fly”  ..........9–6
9.3.3 Manually entering and editing a location 
memory .........................................................9–6
9.3.4 Location to a location memory ......................9–6
9.3.5 Viewing a list of location memories  ..............9–6
9.3.6 Manual location  ............................................9–7
9.3.7 Repeat play  ..................................................9–7
9.3.8 Auto punch operations ..................................9–7
9.3.9 ALL INPUT and AUTO MON  ........................9–7
 
9.4  Notes on individual devices  ............. 9–7 
9.4.1 MIDI timecode generator  ..............................9–7
9.4.2 DTRS devices ...............................................9–8
9.4.3 8mm DTRS  ...................................................9–8
9.4.4 ADAT devices  ...............................................9–8
9.4.5 MIDI Controllers and MIDI Faders  ................9–8
9.4.6 JLC BB3  .......................................................9–9
9.4.7 MMC devices  ................................................9–9
9.4.8 Cascade slave  ..............................................9–9
 
10 - MIDI 
10.1 MIDI settings .................................... 10–1 
Basic Channel  ...................................................10–1
OMNI Receive ...................................................10–1
RESET ..............................................................10–1
Output Active Sensing  ......................................10–1
Output MTC when slaved  .................................10–1
Merge In Æ Out  ................................................10–1
 
10.2  MIDI data dumps  .............................. 10–2 
10.2.1 Receiving bulk data  ....................................10–2
10.2.2 Transferring data between two 
TM-D4000 units  ..........................................10–2
 
10.3  Program Change commands .......... 10–2 
10.3.1 Setting the Program Change tables  ...........10–3
 
10.4 MIDI controllers ............................... 10–3
10.5 MIDI Faders ...................................... 10–4
10.6 Sequenced mixing ........................... 10–4
10.7  MIDI System Exclusive data 
formats ............................................. 10–4 
10.7.1 Device Inquiry  .............................................10–4
10.7.2 Master Volume  ...........................................10–5
10.7.3 Other System Exclusive messages  ............10–5
 
10.8  Updating the system software  ....... 10–5 
10.8.1 Viewing the current version number  ...........10–5
10.8.2 Equipment needed  .....................................10–5
10.8.3 Connections ................................................10–5
10.8.4 Preparing to upgrade  ..................................10–6 
						

							 
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10.8.5 Upgrading .................................................. 10–6
10.8.6 Notes on the upgrade process  ................... 10–6
10.8.7 A note on using sequencer programs  ........ 10–6
 
10.9  MIDI Implementation Chart  ............ 10–6 
11 - Cascade 
11.1 Cascade connections ..................... 11–1 
11.1.1 Selecting busses for cascade  .................... 11–2
11.1.2 Word sync in a cascade  ............................. 11–3
 
11.2  Using the cascade  .......................... 11–3 
11.2.1 Level settings  ............................................. 11–3
11.2.2 Option settings  ........................................... 11–3
11.2.3 Automation settings  ................................... 11–3
11.2.4 Monitoring .................................................. 11–3
11.2.5 Soloing (PFL)  ............................................. 11–3
11.2.6 Soloing (IPS)  .............................................. 11–4
11.2.7 SOLO all clear ............................................ 11–4
11.2.8 Snapshot library functions .......................... 11–4
11.2.9 Talkback in the cascade  ............................ 11–4
 
12 - Front panel 
12.1  System controls, etc. ...................... 12–1 
[1] Clock and Fs indicators .............................. 12–1
[2] Automation control  ..................................... 12–1
[3] LAYER STATUS keys and indicators  ........ 12–1
[4] Library ........................................................ 12–1
[5] Configuration keys  ..................................... 12–2
 
12.2 Mixing keys ..................................... 12–2 
[6] FADER POSITION key  .............................. 12–2
[7] AUX 1 through AUX 6 keys ........................ 12–2
[8] PAN/BAL–SURROUND key  ...................... 12–2
[9] MODULE key  ............................................. 12–2
[10] ASSIGN key  ............................................... 12–3
[11] DYNAMICS key  ......................................... 12–3
[12] PAD/
 
F ........................................................ 12Ð3
 
[13] EFFECT key  .............................................. 12–3
 
12.3  Display and POD s  .......................... 12–3 
[14] Display screen  ........................................... 12–3
[15] PODs ......................................................... 12–3
[16] ROW CURSOR keys  ................................. 12–3
[17] Contrast control ()  ...................................... 12–3
 
12.4  Module control keys  ....................... 12–3 
[18] EQ key  ....................................................... 12–3
[19] DYNAMICS key  ......................................... 12–3
[20] BUSS ASSIGN keys  .................................. 12–3
 
12.5  Monitor control keys and meters  .. 12–3 
[21] Meters ........................................................ 12–3
[22] Monitor select keys and indicators  ............. 12–4
[23] PFL and IN PLACE indicators .................... 12–4
[24] TO SLATE and TO AUX 1-2 keys and
indicators .................................................... 12–4
 
12.6  Chs 1–16, 17–32, Aux & buss send masters 
12–4 
[25] REC key and indicator (modules 1–16)  ..... 12–4
[26] SEL key and indicator  ................................ 12–4
[27] SOLO key and indicator (mono input 
modules and ST IN modules)  .................... 12–4
[28] CUT key and indicator  ............................... 12–4
[29] READ. WRITE, UPDATE indicators  .......... 12–5
[30] Layered faders  ........................................... 12–5
 
12.7  Stereo input and stereo masters  ... 12–5 
[31] ST IN & 2 faders ......................................... 12–5
[32] STEREO OUT fader ................................... 12–5
[33] ALL SAFE key  ............................................ 12–5
 
12.8 Machine control ............................... 12–5 
[34] TC/LOC indicators ...................................... 12–5
[35] MDM LOCK indicators and time counter .... 12–6
[36] Punch keys and indicators  ......................... 12–6
[37] ALL INPUT key ........................................... 12–6
[38] AUTO MON  ................................................ 12–6
[39] MACHINE SELECT .................................... 12–6
[40] REPEAT 8-9 key and indicator ................... 12–6
[41] MEMO, MANUAL LOCATE, EDIT, DIRECT 
LOCATE, CLR keys and indicators and 
numeric keypad  .......................................... 12–6
[42] ENT key ...................................................... 12–6
[43] Transport keys and indicators  .................... 12–6
 
12.9  Data entry section  ........................... 12–6 
[44] JOG/SHUTTLE key, indicator, dial 
and wheel  ................................................... 12–6
[45] ENTER key ................................................. 12–6
[46] Cursor keys  ................................................ 12–6
 
13 - Rear panel & connections 
13.1 Analog inputs .................................. 13–1 
[47] MIC input (channels 1–8)  ........................... 13–1
[48] LINE IN (BAL) input (channels 1–8)  ........... 13–1
[49] INSERT connector (channels 1–8) ............. 13–1
[50] LINE switch (channels 1–8) ........................ 13–1
[51] PAD switch (channels 1–8)  ........................ 13–1
[52] TRIM control (channels 1–8 and ST RTN 
1 and 2)  ...................................................... 13–1
[53] O/L indicator (channels 1–8)  ...................... 13–1
[54] PHANTOM (+48V) 1–4 & 5–8 switches  ..... 13–2
[55] L (MONO) & R inputs (ST IN 1 & 2)  ........... 13–2
 
13.2  Analog outputs, etc.  ........................ 13–2 
[56] AUX OUTPUTS  .......................................... 13–2
[57] 2TR RTN (BALANCED)  ............................. 13–2
[58] 2TR RTN (UNBALANCED)  ........................ 13–2
[59] STEREO OUTPUTS (UNBALANCED)  ...... 13–2
[60] STEREO OUTPUTS (BALANCED) ............ 13–2
[61] MONITOR OUTPUTS (CR and STUDIO)  .. 13–2
 
13.3 Talkback ........................................... 13–2 
[62] 2TR RTN 1/2 switch  ................................... 13–3
[63] CR level  ...................................................... 13–3
[64] DIM key and indicator ................................. 13–3
[65] STUDIO/PHONE Slevel  ............................. 13–3
[66] MONO key .................................................. 13–3
[67] TB LEVEL control ....................................... 13–3
[68] STUDIO key  ............................................... 13–3
[69] PHONES jack  ............................................. 13–3
[70] Talkback microphone (unlabeled)  .............. 13–3
 
13.4 Digital I/O .......................................... 13–3 
[71] DIGITAL OUTPUT (XLR-type)  ................... 13–3
[72] DIGITAL OUTPUT (RCA) ........................... 13–3
[73] D IN 2 (RCA)  .............................................. 13–3
[74] D IN 1(XLR-type) ........................................ 13–3
 
13.5 Other connections ........................... 13–4 
[75] POWER switch  ........................................... 13–4
[76] WORD SYNC OUT connector .................... 13–4
[77] WORD SYNC IN connector and switch ...... 13–4
[78] CASCADE IN  and CASCADE OUT  .......... 13–4 
						

							 
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Table of Contents–iv 
 
[79]TO METER .................................................13 –4
[80]RS-422 .......................................................13 –4
[81]TO HOST ...................................................13 –4
[82]MIDI IN, OUT and THRU ............................13 –4
[83]TC IN ..........................................................13 –4
 
14 - Specifications, etc.
 
14.1 Analog audio I/O .............................14 –1
14.2 Digital audio I/O ..............................14 –1
 
14.2.1Sampling frequency ....................................14 –1
 
14.3 Other I/O ..........................................14 –1
14.4 Analog performance .......................14 –2
 
14.4.1MIC/LINE channel inputs (measured with 
STEREO OUTPUTS) 14 –2
14.4.2STEREO IN 1 and 2 (measured with 
STEREO OUTPUTS) .................................14 –2
14.4.32TR RTN1 input .........................................14 –2
14.4.42TR RTN2 input .........................................14 –2
14.4.5STEREO outputs (XLR) .............................14 –2
14.4.6STEREO outputs (RCA) .............................14 –2
14.4.7AUX 1 –6 outputs ........................................14 –2
14.4.8CR outputs .................................................14 –2
14.4.9STUDIO outputs .........................................14 –2
14.4.10PHONES output .........................................14 –2
14.4.11Overall system performance ......................14 –2
 
14.5 Physical specifications ..................14 –3
14.6 Error and warning messages ........14 –3
 
14.6.1Clock and synchronization .........................14 –3
14.6.2General .......................................................14 –3
14.6.3Automation setup .......................................14 –4
14.6.4Machine control ..........................................14 –4
14.6.5Snapshot library .........................................14 –4
14.6.6Dynamics library .........................................14 –4
14.6.7EQ library ...................................................14 –5
14.6.8Effect library ...............................................14 –5
14.6.9Stereo link (using SEL keys) ......................14 –5
14.6.10Computer communications (automation) ....14 –5
14.6.11MIDI ............................................................14 –6
14.6.12Fatal System Errors ....................................14 –6
 
14.7 Block diagram ..................................14 –7
14.8 Screen details ..................................14 –8
 
 Tutorial –Simple recording session
 
T1 Connections .......................................T –1
  
T2 Setup T –2
  
T3 Basic RoutingT –3
     
Adding Channel Dynamics & EQ................T –6
  
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....................................
T4 Gain StructureT –4....................................
T5 Adding EffectsT –4...................................
T6 Transport ControlT –6..............................
T7 Gain Structure RevisitedT –6................
T8 SnapshotsT –7.........................................
T9 Data BackupT –8...................................... 
						

							 
 
 
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1 - Introduction
 
The TM-D4000 digital mixing console is designed to 
provide you with superlative audio quality in today ’s 
digital audio recording environment, as well as ease 
of use and exibility to meet changing needs.
This 
 
Reference Manual
 
 is not intended to be read 
from cover to cover, but we do suggest that you make 
yourself familiar with the contents of this section as 
well as the structure of this manual, so that you can 
find answers to questions when you need them.
If you learn a little about the key features and princi-
ples of operation now, before you start to use the 
TM-D4000 it will save you time and trouble later on.
 
1.1Features
 
The TM-D4000 includes many advanced features, 
including:
•modular construction, allowing input and output 
channels to be added in different congurations up 
to 32 inputs and outputs
•the sixteen long-throw motorized “channel ” faders 
are  “layered ”, allowing control of up to 32 mono 
inputs (which may be  “ganged ” in stereo pairs), 
eight buss sends and six aux sends in a compact 
package
•in addition to the sixteen faders mentioned above, 
three dedicated motorized long-throw faders are 
used for two pairs of stereo inputs and the stereo 
out buss
•the TASCAM TDIF-1 digital audio format and 
other popular digital audio formats, as well as 
high-quality A/D and D/A conversion, are sup-
ported through modular expansion, 
•all A/D and D/A convertors, including the nal ste-
reo mix, work at up to 24-bit resolution
•digital I/O is also available at up to 24-bit 
resolution
•eight output busses and six auxiliary sends
•all popular surround formats, as well as stereo, are 
supported for nal mixdown
•expansion with other TM-D4000 consoles using 
dedicated cascade cables for summing of busses 
and Aux sends
•integral effects processor, allowing self-contained 
operation when necessary
•both 44.1 kHz and 48 kHz sampling frequencies 
are supported, with exible clock conguration
•each input channel is equipped with 4-band fully-
parametric equalization and a dynamics processor
•eight integral high-quality microphone ampliers, 
with switchable phantom powering, as well as two 
analog stereo inputs with dedicated faders
•eight fader groups and eight cut groups for exibil-
ity and ease in the mixdown process
•the capability of acting as a remote controller for a 
wide variety of devices
•synchronization and MIDI timecode generation 
facilities, allowing location of connected recorders, 
etc. and integration with the DTRS tape system
•full C-R and studio monitoring facilities are pro-
vided, along with an integral talkback microphone 
and master bargraph meters
•graphical user interface featuring a backlit LCD 
display with a flexible POD based interface
•library facilities for snapshot mix settings, fre-
quently-used EQ settings, effect settings, dynamics 
processor settings, etc.
•MIDI control allows dynamic control of parame-
ters through MIDI messages, so mix events can be 
recorded on MIDI for replay, as well as snapshot 
recall being linked to Program Change messages
•personal computers connected to the TM-D4000 
can run automation software, allowing full real-
time control of almost all mix parameters
•an optional MU-4000 meter bridge unit provides 
channel and master metering facilities through 
LED bargraph displays which are switchable in 
“layers ”
 
1.2About this manual
 
Please note the following typographical and other 
conventions used in this manual:
•Physical  “push ” controls of the TM-D4000 are 
referred to as  “keys ”.
•“Push ” controls which are shown and used on the 
screen are referred to as  “buttons ”.
•The names of keys and other connectors and con-
trols of the TM-D4000 are given in the following 
typeface: 
 
ROW CURSOR
 
.
•The names of on-screen buttons and other on-
screen features, titles and prompts, etc. are given in 
the following typeface:
 
SNAPSHOT LIB
 
.
•The names of any physical keys, connectors and 
controls of other devices are given in the following 
typeface: 
 
REMOTE IN
 
.
•“Warnings ” give advice regarding a possible haz-
ard to equipment or personnel. 
						

							 
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1–2  
• “Notes” provide additional information which 
requires special attention. 
1.2.1 How this manual is arranged 
We feel that the first five sections of this manual are 
required reading. If you take the trouble to read 
through these sections, you will have a good basic 
understanding of the way in which you can get the 
best out of the TM-D4000. Even if you are familiar 
with the operation of mixers and digital mixers, and 
even if you never usually read instruction manuals, 
we suggest that you read these sections. They will 
provide useful background information for you as 
you use the TM-D4000.
The other sections are more in the nature of back-
ground reference, and contain information that you 
may not need for everyday working.
Lastly, a tutorial section is provided that allows you 
(or a new user of the TM-D4000) to become familiar 
with the working of the TM-D4000. 
1, “Introduction”  :  
This section. It provides an 
overview of the TM-D4000, its operational features, 
and the manual. 
2, “Principles of operation” :  
Contains basic 
information on the layout and the special features of 
the TM-D4000 (fader layers, user interface features, 
etc.). 
3, “System setup” :  
Before using the TM-
D4000, there are certain issues concerned with word 
(sync) clock timing, etc. This section should be read 
before you start integrating the TM-D4000 into your 
setup. 
4, “Module operations” :  
This may be 
regarded as the heart of this manual—it contains 
details of the everyday operations you perform with 
any mixing console; for example, equalization, Aux 
sends, buss routing, etc. 
5, “Monitoring”  :  
Explains the principles of 
monitoring durinng multitracking annd mixdown, 
and solo operations, etc. using the TM-D4000. 
6, “Surround modes” :  
The TM-D4000 is 
capable of mixing a a number of different surround 
formats. This section explains how to use this mixer 
for surround purposes. 
7, “Internal effect processor” :  
This section 
explains how to use and set the internal effect proces-
sor of the TM-D4000. 
8, “Library functions” :  
In addition to effect 
processor settings, complete mixer snapshots, equal-
ization settings, and dynamics processor settings can 
be stored and recalled for convenience. These 
library functions are described in this section. 
9, “Machine Control” :  
The TM-D4000 can act 
as a remote control unit for a wide variety of external 
devices, and provides MIDI timecode synchroniza-
tion facilities. This section provides a guide to these 
facilities. 
10, “MIDI”  :  
This section gives a description of the 
MIDI-related features of the TM-D4000. 
11, “Cascade”  :  
This section describes the way 
in which a number of TM-D4000 units can be linked 
together in a “cascade” to form a larger mixing unit. 
12, “Front panel” :  
Provides a brief description 
of the front panel features of the TM-D4000. 
13, “Rear panel & connections” :  
Provides 
a brief description of the rear panel connectors, etc. 
and the connections to be made to and from the TM-
D4000 and other units. 
14, “Specifications, etc.” :  
Specifications, and 
a list of error messages, as well as all the configura-
tion screens available, and a block diagram of the 
TM-D4000. 
“Tutorial–Simple recording session” :  
This provides a simple recording session using an 
analog source (CD player) recording to a DTRS unit, 
and mixing down to DAT. We suggest that you work 
through this (about 1 hour) to familiarize yourself 
with the way in which the TM-D4000 works. This 
tutorial may be removed from the main manual 
binder and stored seperately, if desired.
There is also an index, which should allow you to 
find the answers to any questions relatively easily.
In addition to this manual, the documentation for the 
automation software is provided seperately, as is the 
documentation for the expansion cards (see below) 
and the optional MU-4000 meter bridge unit. 
1.3 Expansion cards 
You must decide on the system that you will be using 
with your TM-D4000 and configure it appropriately.
There are three slots available for expansion cards. 
Without any expansion cards fitted in these slots, the 
TM-D4000 is only capable of accepting analog sig- 
						

							 
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nals through the eight mono analog inputs, the two 
stereo analog inputs and the two stereo digital inputs, 
and outputting them to the stereo buss.
These interface cards are easy to install, and it is 
therefore possible to keep a stock of different inter-
face cards, allowing the TM-D4000 to be used in dif-
ferent ways as needs dictate on different occasions.
Without any interface cards tted, the TM-D4000 
provides eight monaural analog inputs and two pairs 
of stereo analog inputs. These may be mixed to a ste-
reo pair of outputs, in either digital or analog format.
 
IF-TD4000 : 
 
This interface card provides eight 
channels of digital input/output in TDIF-1 format, 
allowing devices such as the DTRS series to be con-
nected. In addition to the digital audio, this interface 
card also provides a 
 
REMOTE
 
 
 
OUT 
 
connection, 
allowing synchronization and control of the remote 
DTRS recorder.
Note that when connecting a chain of DTRS units 
using more than one IF-TD4000 card, etc. only one 
of the DTRS units (the master unit) should be con-
nected directly to the TM-D4000 with the 
 
REMOTE
 
 
connection. The other units should be  “daisy-
chained ” to the rst master unit.
 
IF-AE4000 : 
 
This interface card provides eight 
channels of digital audio input/output in 1992-3AES/
EBU professional format. The signals are connected 
through a 25-pin  ’D ’-sub connector, and so a suitable 
cable must be used in order to connect the AES/EBU 
devices.
 
IF-LP4000 : 
 
This interface card provides eight 
channels of digital audio input/output in adat ™ for-
mat. The links to external devices are made through 
optical  “lightpipe ” connections, allowing the TM-
D4000 to be connected to any device supporting such 
a compatible interface. A 9-pin  ’D ’-sub 
 
SYNC OUT
 
 
connector is also provided, allowing full remote con-
trol of and word clock synchronization to the adat 
device.
Note that when connecting a chain of adat units using 
more than one IF-LP4000 card, etc. only one of the 
DTRS units (the master unit) should be connected 
directly to the TM-D4000 with the 
 
SYNC OUT
 
 con-
nection. The other units should be  “daisy-chained ” to 
the master unit.
Also note than when an adat device is connected to 
the IF-LP4000, both the IN and OUT connections 
must be made, and they must be made to the same 
unit to ensure clock stability across the system.
 
IF-AD4000 : 
 
This interface card provides eight 
channels of balanced analog input/output at profes-
sional (+4 dBu) levels. All conversion is carried out 
at 24 bits of resolution. The signals are connected 
through a 25-pin connector, and a suitable cable will 
be necessary to connect the external analog devices.
 
1.3.1Fitting the interface cards
  
1
 
Turn off the TM-D4000 and disconnect it 
from the power supply. Disconnect all other 
equipment connected to it.
 
WARNING
 
The above step is most important. If you do 
not do this, there is a risk that you may cause 
damage to the TM-D4000 as well as other 
 
equipment.
 
2
 
Use the screwdriver to remove the blanking 
panel from the slot into which you will t the 
interface card. Keep the three retaining 
screws in a safe place.
We suggest that you start from the top slot 
(slot 1) and work downwards. Take care, if 
you are removing a previously-tted inter-
face card, that you are removing the retain-
ing screws, and not the smaller screws which 
x the card to the rear plate . Also, if you are 
removing a previously-tted card, use the 
binding posts on the rear plate to help 
remove the card.
 
3
 
Remove the interface card from the anti-
static protective bag.