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IF-CB/DM
CobraNet Interface Card
D01106320A
Introduction
Thank you very much for purchasing the TASCAM IF-CB/
DM CobraNet™ Interface Card for TASCAM DM-3200
and DM-4800 mixers.
This Interface Card allows a TASCAM DM-3200/DM-4800
to be connected to a CobraNet digital audio network and to
send and receive up to 32 channels (16 inputs/16 outputs)
of uncompressed digital audio signals with a sampling
frequency of 48 kHz.
Before using the unit, please take time to read this manual
thoroughly to ensure you understand how to properly set up
and connect the unit, as well as the operation of its many
useful and convenient functions. After you have nished
reading this manual, please keep it in a safe place for future
reference.
You can also download the Owner’s Manual from the
TASCAM web site (http://www.tascam.com).
After reading this manual, we recommend that you visit
the CobraNet website below before using this card. This
site provides valuable information, including an overview
of CobraNet, explanations of technologies, application
methods, examples of use, and tool downloads.
http://www.cobranet.info/
Features
Transmission of up to 32 channels (16 inputs/16 outputs)
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of audio
Compatible with 24 bit quantization and 48 kHz
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sampling frequency
Trademarks
TASCAM is a trademark of TEAC Corporation,
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registered in the U.S. and other countries.
Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks
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or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries.
CobraNet is a trademark of Cirrus Logic, Inc.
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Other company names, product names and logos in this
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document are the trademarks or registered trademarks of
their respective owners.
Product components
The included items are listed below.
Take care when opening the package not to damage the
items. Keep the package materials for transportation in the
future.
Please contact the store where you purchased this unit if any
of these items are missing or have been damaged during
transportation.
Main unit
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.........................................................................1
Attachment screws
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..........................................................5
Owner’s Manual (this document)
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....................................1
Names and functions of parts
1SECONDARY (RJ-45 connector): connector for the
secondary cable
2 PRIMARY (RJ-45 connector): connector for the primary
cable
3 Green indicator
Light or blink slowly when a network cable is
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connected correctly.
Blink rapidly when data is being transmitted properly
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over the network.
4Orange indicator
Blink when functioning as the conductor (clock
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master).
Light when power is properly supplied.
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Primary and Secondary both blink when an
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irregularity occurs on the network.
DM-3200/DM-4800 software
version
In order to use the IF-CB/DM card, the DM-4800/DM-3200
must use software version 1.70 or later. The mixer cannot
recognize the IF-CB/DM card when using earlier versions.
Check the TASCAM website (http://www.tascam.com/) for
the latest DM-4800/DM-3200 software and download the
TFI update le.
Install TMCompanion, which is included on the CD-ROM
included with the DM-4800/DM-3200, on the computer
that you are using. Launch TMCompanion and use the TFI
update le to upgrade the software version used by the
DM-4800/DM-3200.
Installing the IF-CB/DM
NOTE
DM-3200: Install the IF-CB/DM in mixer slot 1. It will
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not function in slot 2.
DM-4800: Install the IF-CB/DM in mixer slot 1 or 3. It
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will not function in slot 2 or 4.
Turn the mixer power OFF before beginning
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installation.
1 Remove the five screws from the cover panel of the
slot where you want to install the IF-CB/DM card
(slot 1 on a DM-3200, slot 1 or 3 on a DM-4800), and
then remove the panel. (If that slot already contains
a card, remove the card.)