Teac FW-1884 - Manual (Page 7)

1 – Introduction
TASCAM FW-1884 Owner’s Manual
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1.5 Nomenclature Used In The Manual
Within this manual, the following typographic conven-
tions are used:
• The name of a control or connector on the unit is
written in the following way: LINE/MIC.
• The name of a control or connector on another unit
is written in the following way: AUX IN.
• When referring to the screen display of the host com-
puter, we refer to any prompts, messages, etc. in the
following typeface:
Press any key to continue
.
• If you have to type something into the computer, we
write it this way: FILENAME.EXT .
• The names of keys to be pressed on the computer
keyboard are written in this typeface with square
brackets enclosing them [F1].
• Keys that are to be pressed together are joined by a +
symbol, so that [Ctrl]+[F1] means press and hold
the Control key and press the F1 key.
1.6 Software application notes
Since much of the FW-1884’s operation pertains
directly to your DAW software, TASCAM has prepared
a series of application notes on using the FW-1884
with a number of different DAW programs. These
application notes are included on the FW-1884 CD-
ROM, and are available online in PDF format on the
TASCAM website at www.tascam.com. To read them, you will need an application capable of
displaying PDF files, such as the Adobe Acrobat Reader
(version 4 or above), available for free download from
the Adobe Web site at www.adobe.com.
Since software applications and operating systems often
evolve and develop after their initial release, we suggest
you check the TASCAM site regularly for updated
information. It’s also a good idea to check your soft-
ware manufacturer’s website regularly, for information
and version updates.
1.7 Special notes for touch-faders
The usual rules regarding precision electronic equip-
ment naturally apply to the FW-1884. In addition,
note the following that apply to the touch-sensitive fad-
ers:
The faders need a human finger to operate their touch-
sensitivity. Do not use a pencil, ruler, etc. to operate
them. Even using your fingernails may not activate the
touch-sensitivity.
The humidity and temperature of your environment
affects the touch-sensitivity of the faders. Under nor-
mal working conditions you should experience no
issues. However, extremes of temperature and/or
humidity may sometimes cause operational problems.
1.8 Copyright, etc.
Windows, Windows XP, and Windows 2000 are trade-
marks of Microsoft Corporation.
Macintosh, MacOS, MacOS X and FireWire

are
trademarks of Apple Computer.
i.LINK is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
HUI and Mackie CONTROL are trademarks of
Mackie Designs.
All other trademarks are the property of their respective
holders.