Tascam VL-M3 User's Manual
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1. Input connector Power switch AC adaptor input Input terminal Left channel Right channel active unit passive unit Precautions for Connection When unpacking do not grab by the front of the unit where the driver is mounted as this may result in dam age to the cone Turn off the power switch on the rear panel before con necting the power cord to the unit Be sure that the connection is made securely to avoid accidental disconnection Adjust the input signal levels on your audio device to the minimum or zero before turning on the power switch on the rear panel to prevent possible damage to the unit Do not use the system continuously for long periods of time at high volume levels to avoid any possible damage to your hearing Depending on the TV monitor used with the system the speaker system may affect the quality of the picture on the monitor In this case try various positions to find best place to install the speaker system The voltage supplied to the unit should match the volt age as printed on the rear panel Use audio cables that are free of damage Do not send signals other than audio signals to the unit The polarity of an audio cable connected to the unit should match the pin assignments TASCAM VL M3 32. PS 1818 AC 100 240V 50 60 Hz 18V DC 18A 15 W 100 x 152 x 126 mm 3 94 x 5 98 x 4 96 in 1 2 kg 2 65 Ib 1 1 kg 2 43 Ib Dimensional drawings 100 mm 126 mm D01096520A TASCAM TEAC PROFESSIONAL VL M3 Powered Monitor OWNER S MANUAL TASCAM TEAC PROFESSIONAL VL M3 TEAC CORPORATION Phone 81 42 356 9143 1 47 Ochiai Tama shi Tokyo 206 8530 Japan TEAC AMERICA INC Phone 1 323 726 0303 7733 Telegraph Road Montebello California 90640 USA TEAC CANADA LTD Phone 1905 890 8008 Facsimile 1905 890 9888 5939 Wallace Street Mississauga Ontario L4Z 1Z8 Canada TEAC MEXICO S A de C V Phone 52 55 5010 6000 Rio Churubusco 364 Colonia Del Carmen Delegaci n Coyoac n CP 04100 M xico DF M xico TEAC UK LIMITED Phone 44 8451 302511 Suites 19 amp 20 Building 6 Croxley Green Business Park Hatters Lane Watford Hertfordshire WD18 8TE UK TEAC EUROPE GmbH Phone 49 611 71580 Bahnstrasse 12 65205 Wiesbaden Erbenheim Germany www tascam jp www tascam com www tascam com www teacmexico net www tascam co uk www tascam de Printed in China IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING h CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE DO NOT OPEN TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dange
3. VL M3 Owner s Manual Connection 1 Make sure the power is turned off 2 Connect the AC adaptor to the unit the power cord to the AC adaptor and the power cord to an AC outlet 3 Connect a sound source to the input connector of VL M3 with a suitable Audio Cable 4 Connect the left speaker and the right speaker with the included speaker cable Installation The speaker placement is important for monitoring sounds correctly To get the best performance of the speaker system please follow the instruction explained below e Place the active unit on the left side of listener e Basically two units and the listener should be aligned in a regular triangle form e The center of the speaker units are recommended to be listener s ear height e Please also make sure not to place any obstacles that may block the flow of air or that may generate sound reflections in front of the speakers 4 TASCAM VL M3 Specifications Amplifier Power Speaker Unit Enclosure Frequency response Sensitivity Input connector Input impedance Power requirements AC adaptor input AC adaptor output voltage AC adaptor output electric current Power consumption Dimensions W x H x D Weight Left channel active unit Right channel passive unit 12W 12W 3 Full Range Bass reflex type 46 Hz 20 kHz 0 3 dB 6dBV 0 5 Vrms RCA pin kack 5 kQ AC adaptor TASCAM
4. have been damaged during transportation e Main unit left channel active unit right channel passive Unit ariei neni a 1 pair e AC adaptor TASCAM PS 1818 ec eeeeeseeeereees 1 set e Speaker cablessscisisceececsisstiseee cities Weeenedss iedesehecaees 1 e Audio connection cable RCA pin jack Stereo mini plug eee eeeeeeeeteees 1 a Warranty Card vvcccccesccsaxesazseiechiescsest Aastestvaned E 1 e Owner s manual this document cccesceeseeeseeeteeeee 1 CAUTION Never use any adapter other than the designated PS 1818 AC adaptor Use of a different adapter could cause malfunction fire or electric shock Cautions on installation Do not install in the following types of places Doing so could degrade the sound quality and or cause malfunctions e Places with significant vibrations or that are otherwise unstable e Near windows or other places exposed to direct sunlight e Near heaters or other extremely hot places e Extremely cold places e Places with bad ventilation or high humidity Cleaning the unit To clean the unit wipe it gently with a soft dry cloth Do not use benzene paint thinner ethyl alcohol or other chemical agents to clean the unit as they could damage the surface or cause fading Front panel Speaker unit Bass reflex vent Power indicator Left channel Right channel active unit passive unit Rear panel Output terminal for right channel
5. hey exit from the apparatus 11 Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer 12 Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over NO oO PR WBN e 2 TASCAM VL M3 13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time 14 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped e Do not expose this apparatus to drips or splashes e Do not place any objects filled with liquids such as vases on the apparatus e Do not install this apparatus in a confined space such as a book case or similar unit e The apparatus draws nominal non operating power from the AC outlet with its POWER or STANDBY ON switch not in the ON position e The apparatus should be located close enough to the AC outlet so that you can easily grasp the power cord plug at any time e The mains plug is used as the disconnect device the disconnect device shall remain readily operable e If the product uses batteries including a battery pack or in
6. rous voltage within the The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within equilateral triangle is intended product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to literature accompanying the appliance WARNING TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Do not use this apparatus near water Clean only with dry cloth Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions 8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat 9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet 10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where t
7. stalled batteries they should not be exposed to sunshine fire or excessive heat e CAUTION for products that use replaceable lithium batteries there is danger of explosion if a battery is replaced with an incorrect type of battery Replace only with the same or equivalent type e Caution should be taken when using earphones or headphones with the product because excessive sound pressure volume from earphones or head phones can cause hearing loss e f you are experiencing problems with this product contact TEAC for a service referral Do not use the product until it has been repaired VL M3 Owner s Manual Thank you for your purchase of the TASCAM VL M3 a pair of Powered Monitors Before connecting and using the unit please take time to read this manual thoroughly to ensure you understand how to properly set up and connect the VL M3 as well as the operation of its functions After you have finished reading this manual please keep it in a safe place for future reference Main Features e 3 full range speakers e Bass reflex type e 12W 12W amplifier power e RCA pin jack input e Output level control e Powered by AC adaptor Included items The items included in the product are listed below Take care when opening the package to avoid damaging the items Keep the packaging materials for transportation in the future Please contact the store where you purchased this product if any of these items are missing or
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