Chapter 1 –Introduction
TASCAM SX-1
Quick Start Guide
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Operating Conventions
Multi-Function Keys
Some keys have multiple functions. A key’s primary
function is accessed by simply pressing the key. Sec-
ondary functions are accessed by entering Shift
mode. Press the
SHIFT
key on the Numeric Keypad,
and then press the multi-function key to reach its sec-
ondary function. Think of the
SHIFT
key just like the
shift key of a standard PS/2 keyboard—it serves a
similar purpose.
Virtual Channel Pots
The knobs at the top of the channel strips (above the
faders) are multi-function, infinitely rotating potenti-
ometers (pots for short). Depending on their cur-
rently selected mode (accessed by the
PAN/VIRTUAL
CHANNEL
or
CUE
keys), these controls serve as a
channel's pan pot, EQ, Aux sends or pan for the cue
mix. The virtual pots are surrounded by a ring of
LEDs which indicate their current setting. For exam-
ple, a pan pot that is hard left will have its far left
LED illuminated, or an Aux send that is full open
will have all of its LEDs lit.
VGA Screen Navigation
Getting around on a connected VGA display is just
like using a regular computer because the same
mouse and PS/2 keyboard rules apply. For example,
use the mouse to click on a field and open a pull
down menu, and enter names and values in text fields
with the PS/2 keyboard. A main menu bar at the top
of all the windows allows access to most SX-1 func-
tions. Just as with a computer-based application, you
can use the main menu bar to change pages, make
edits, save projects, and set preferences. However,
the SX-1 also gives you the option of accessing these
features directly from the mixer's control surface.
