============================================================================================================= Most recent information ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The most recent versions of the software/firmware for this unit are as follows. Windows Software :V2.30 (Previously 2.21. Updated at this time) Firmware(US-32) :V2.30 (Previously 2.20. Updated at this time) Firmware(US-42) :V2.30 (Previously 2.20. Updated at this time) Mac OS Software :V2.30 (Previously 2.20. Updated at this time) Firmware(US-32) :V2.30 (Previously 2.20. Updated at this time) Firmware(US-42) :V2.30 (Previously 2.20. Updated at this time) We request that you always use the latest software/firmware version for this unit. For information about the latest software/firmware, check the TEAC Global Site (http://teac-global.com/) ============================================================================================================= << New functions >> ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Additions in Software and Firmware version 2.30 (2017.09.22) -"Podcast Multi-channel" has been added to the mode presets. (Windows version) In this preset, you will have access to multiple MiNiSTUDIO Mixing Drivers as input options for your Digital Audio Workstation. Mixing Driver In1 and In2 will provide connection from the Microphone(s), Mixing Driver In3 and In4 provide direct connection for PON sounds and other PC-generated sounds and Mixing Driver In5 and In6 will provide direct connection from ordinary Internet audio/video communication apps. When using a DAW, different audio can be recorded to separate tracks, and adjustments can be made independently, allowing you to create podcast. -The Reverb effect can now be turned ON (default) and OFF independently for Mic 1 and Mic 2. -Scene memories (5 total) have been added. In addition to the Compressor and EQ, PON settings can also be saved. Different PON assignments can be saved for each scene. -With the "Talking" and "Talking with PON/BGM" Mode Presets, monitoring of sound from mics can be stopped by setting direct monitoring to OFF. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Additions in Software and Firmware version 2.20 (2017.06.30) -The maximum setting for the USB Delay function has been increased from 500ms to 2000ms (2s). -The direct monitoring setting can now be made regardless of the position of the CREATOR/BROADCAST switch. (MiNiSTUDIO CREATOR) -Now, when a MiNiSTUDIO is connected to a Windows computer by USB, the sound device settings will be made automatically and the Settings Panel will launch. -In CREATOR mode, the ON AIR button on the unit can now be turned on and off. When switching from BROADCAST mode to CREATOR mode, it will be on by default. -"Gaming" has been added to the Preset Mode Menu. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Additions in Software and Firmware version 2.10 (2017.03.17) -"Talking with PON/BGM" has been added to the "Mode Presets". When selected, the optimal signal route will be enabled and direct monitoring will automatically be turned off. -A direct monitoring setting has been added to the MiNiSTUDIO PERSONAL US-32. (Windows version) When the "Mode Presets" is "Karaoke", "Talking" or "Talking with PON/BGM", you can set direct monitoring to MONO or OFF. -When the MiNiSTUDIO Settings Panel software is installed, a shortcut will now be created on the desktop. (Windows version) If you have created one manually, we recommend deleting it before installation to avoid duplication. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Additions in Software and Firmware version 2.00 (2017.02.01) -A function that shows a window with information about the product has been added. -A function that automatically updates the MiNiSTUDIO Settings Panel software and the unit firmware has been added. When a new version is available, updating to it is possible by just clicking, "Update now" in a pop-up menu. -A ducking function that automatically lowers the volume of background music, for example, in response to mic input has been added to the Extra Effects menu. When background music is being playback from the computer or through the AUX input, it will be automatically lowered to the Attenuate setting level when talking exceeds the Threshold setting level. When talking stops, the background music volume will gradually return to its original level according to the Release Time setting. (Mac OS supports AUX input only.) -The file name will now be shown when the cursor is moved to the PON file name display area. This allows you to view file names that are longer than can be shown in the display area. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Additions in Software version 1.20 (2016.10.05) -At 44.1kHz/48kHz, Delay can now be set for USB Output. (Setting range: 0-500 ms) -In order to provide compatibility with major communication applications, the Windows Playback/Recording devices have been extended. Usually, you can set "Mixing Driver 1 for MiNiSTUDIO US-32/42" as the "Default Device" without a problem. If you do not want "Mixing Driver 2 for MiNiSTUDIO US-32/42" to appear, right-click it, select "Disabled" from the menu that appears, and remove the check next to "Show Disabled Devices". -"Mode Presets" has been added. (Windows only) CREATOR(default): The default setting with presets has been added under CREATOR mode. (MiNiSTUDIO CREATOR only) BROADCAST(default): The default setting with presets has been added under BROADCAST.(MiNiSTUDIO PERSONAL only) Karaoke: The settings of this preset are suitable for Internet karaoke. Talking: The settings of this preset are for using Skype and othe conversation applications. -A link to the TASCAM website has been added to the Help menu. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Additions in Software version 1.10 (2016.09.01) -A direct monitoring setting has been added to the MiNiSTUDIO CREATOR US-42. When in CREATOR mode, you can set direct monitoring to STEREO, MONO or OFF. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- << Maintenance items >> ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Fixes in Software and Firmware version 2.30 (2017.09.22) -Operation stability has been improved. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Fixes in Software and Firmware version 2.21 (2017.07.18) -Operation stability has been improved.(Windows driver) ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Fixes in Software and Firmware version 2.20 (2017.06.30) -In CREATOR mode, the Reverb effect can now be output to the computer. (MiNiSTUDIO CREATOR) -In CREATOR mode, the sound input through the AUX jacks can now be output to the computer. (MiNiSTUDIO CREATOR) *Both functions were already supported by the MiNiSTUDIO PERSONAL. -Operation stability has been improved. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Fixes in Software and Firmware version 2.10 (2017.03.17) -Operation stability has been improved. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Fixes in Software and Firmware version 2.00 (2017.02.01) -Operation stability has been improved. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Fixes in Firmware version 1.11 (2016.12.29) -Operation stability has been improved. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Fixes in Software version 1.30 (2016.12.01) -In response to customer feedback, driver names shown in Windows have been changed to make them clearer. Basic driver US-32: Usually, this does not need to be selected. (Please do not disable it.) MiNiSTUDIO US-32/US-42: Set as the Default Device for Windows Sound. Additional driver US-32/US-42: Select this in the communication application when you want to share music or other sound playing on your computer with others. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Fixes in Software version 1.20 (2016.10.05) -Operation stability has been improved. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Fixes in Software version 1.10 (2016.09.01) -The Drag&Drop animation when assigning the PON trigger pad on a Mac has been improved. -Operation stability has been improved. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------