- How to register Cubase LE<\/strong><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li>
- TASCAM iX setup and connections<\/strong><\/a>
- Connect to your computer (iXR users only)<\/strong><\/a><\/li>
- Connect to your iOS device<\/strong><\/a><\/li>
- Connect to your Android device (iXZ users only)<\/a><\/strong><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\nRegister the iX interface<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Before we get everything connected, we\u2019ll walk you through how to register the interface. Once you register the iX series interface, you\u2019ll get exclusive support and notifications for upgrades to your interface. Keep your Sweetwater invoice handy, as you\u2019ll need that during the registration process. All you need to do is go to the registration page<\/a>, fill out the registration form, and then click Submit<\/strong>. Once registered, continue to TASCAM iX setup and connections<\/a><\/strong>. iOS users can skip to the iOS section of this article<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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How to register Cubase LE<\/p>\n\n\n\n
All TASCAM iX series interfaces come with a free copy of the Cubase LE (Mac\/PC) <\/em>and Cubasis LE (iOS)<\/em> DAW. The registration card should come in the box with your interface. The download and installation process is straightforward, so check out our Steinberg Software Activation Instructions article to learn how to get up and running.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nSteinberg Software Activation Instructions<\/a>\n\n\n\nLearn more about how to activate, download, and install Cubase LE<\/a>! <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Learn More \u2192<\/a> <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
Return to top<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\nTASCAM iX setup and connections<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Now that you\u2019ve successfully registered your interface with TASCAM, it\u2019s time to get everything set up and connected. We\u2019ll walk you through both USB as well as iOS setup. If you have an iXZ skip Connecting to your computer<\/a> <\/strong>instructions and go directly to Connecting your iOS device<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\nConnect to your computer (iXR users only)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The TASCAM iX interface is a class-compliant USB interface on Mac, but Windows users will be required to download and install TASCAM\u2019s driver included in the Settings Panel <\/em>installer file<\/a>, which is necessary to use your interface. Please note that Mac users will also need to download and install the Settings Panel<\/em> as this is where you will adjust the interface buffer size, input and output routing, and where you\u2019ll perform firmware updates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
TIP: <\/strong>The TASCAM iX interface is bus-powered<\/em><\/strong><\/a> meaning that it\u2019s powered by the computer\u2019s USB port. That being said, we recommend connecting the interface directly to your computer as USB hubs may not provide enough power to use the device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\n- Go to the TASCAM iXR download page<\/a> and scroll down to Software.<\/li>
- Click the Settings Panel <\/em>download for your OS.<\/li>
- Go to your Downloads <\/em>folder, then extract<\/a> and launch the installer.<\/li>
- Connect your iXR interface to your computer, then launch the iXR control panel.
- If you receive a message to update your firmware, please do so now.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
![\"TASCAM](\"https:\/\/www.sweetwater.com\/sweetcare\/media\/2020\/10\/TASCAM-iXR-Firmware-update-notification.png\")
<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nClick OK when you receive this notification.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\nIs your interface not showing up?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If the interface isn\u2019t showing up when connecting it to your computer, reconnect the interface by unplugging and plugging it back in. If you have not done so yet, try reconfiguring the USB connections so that the iX interface is connected directly to your computer. If the problem persists, try a different USB port or cable. Visit our Windows<\/a> and Mac<\/a> guides for more tips on resolving audio device connectivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn more about how to troubleshoot audio interface issues on PC<\/a>! <\/p>\n\n\n\nLearn More<\/a>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn more about how to troubleshoot audio interface issues on Mac<\/a>! <\/p>\n\n\n\nLearn More<\/a>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\nConnect to your iOS device<\/p>\n\n\n\n
IMPORTANT: <\/strong>Please use a genuine Apple power adapter, as using third-party USB power adapters can damage your interface and\/or iOS device.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
One great feature of the TASCAM iX series interfaces is that they’re compatible with iOS devices. Since AA batteries power iXZ interfaces, all you need to do is plug it into your iOS device’s headphone or Lightning jack, then connect your headphones to the headphone jack on the interface! No additional setup is required. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Unlike the iXZ interface, the TASCAM iXR interface is USB <\/em>bus-powered, and must be connected to an external power source as iOS devices will not power the interface whatsoever. Follow these steps to power the TASCAM iXR:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- Connect the USB cable that came with your interface from the PC\/MAC\/POWER <\/em><\/strong>port on the interface to the USB power adapter supplied with your iOS device.<\/li>
- Use a USB-A to USB-A cable, connect one end to the USB-A connector on the interface, and connect to a Lightning to USB Cable adapter<\/em><\/a>.
- If you have a newer iPhone that does not have an \u215b-inch connection, you will need to use the Apple Lightning to 3.5 headphone jack adapter<\/a><\/em>. <\/li><\/ul><\/li>
- Connect the Lightning connector to your iOS device, then launch your recording software!<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n
\n\n\n ![\"iOS](\"https:\/\/www.sweetwater.com\/sweetcare\/media\/2021\/02\/iOS-Setup-Guide-Feautred-Image-1024x536.png\")
<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\niPad OS Recording Setup Guide<\/a>\n\n\n\nLearn more about how to set up your iOS device for audio recording!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Learn More \u2192<\/a> <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\nConnect to your Android device (iXZ users)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
IMPORTANT: <\/strong>If you plan on using the iXZ interface with an Android device, you MUST use a CTIA to OMTP adapter<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
One thing that sets the iXZ interface apart from the rest is the ability to use it on Android. GarageBand is the go-to mobile DAW for iOS users, but there are plenty of mobile DAW\u2019s to choose from in the Google Play Store<\/a><\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Just like iOS devices, AA batteries power iXZ interfaces, so all you need to do is plug the interface into your CTIA to OMTP adapter, connect your headphones into the headphone jack, then start recording!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n\n![\"Android](\"https:\/\/www.sweetwater.com\/sweetcare\/media\/2021\/02\/Android-audio-setup-featured-image-1024x536.png\")
<\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nAndroid Recording Setup Guide<\/a>\n\n\n\nLearn more about how to set up your Android device for audio recording!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Learn More \u2192<\/a> <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Additional resources<\/p>\n\n\n\n
- iXR Owner\u2019s Manual<\/strong><\/a> <\/strong><\/li>
- iXZ Owner\u2019s Manual<\/strong><\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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- iXZ Owner\u2019s Manual<\/strong><\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n
- Connect the Lightning connector to your iOS device, then launch your recording software!<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n
- Use a USB-A to USB-A cable, connect one end to the USB-A connector on the interface, and connect to a Lightning to USB Cable adapter<\/em><\/a>.
- Connect the USB cable that came with your interface from the PC\/MAC\/POWER <\/em><\/strong>port on the interface to the USB power adapter supplied with your iOS device.<\/li>
- Click the Settings Panel <\/em>download for your OS.<\/li>
- Connect to your iOS device<\/strong><\/a><\/li>
- TASCAM iX setup and connections<\/strong><\/a>