HGR-2488 VGA Monitor Interface For The Tascam 2488 (New) Updated Design

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Updated Design Available Now: We are now stocking the latest version of the HGR-2488 VGA Interface which features the following enhancements;* Improved video output* Additional background colours* A smaller design* Easier installation Please Note: This kit enables you to easily add a VGA monitor to your Tascam 2488. All you have to provide is the TASCAM 2488, a PC compatible monitor and a standard Male-to-Male VGA cable (please refer to the FAQ below for information on the VGA cable). The TASCAM 2488 is a fantastic multi-tracker, but trying to view its small display when you are not directly in front of it or when you have an instrument hung round your neck can be a real problem. The HGR-2488 Monitor Interface Card provides the solution. This circuit board fits inside the TASCAM-2488 and reproduces the TASCAM’s LCD display on a standard PC monitor. The large screen format provided by the HGR-2488 allows the musician the freedom to create music away from the 2488, meaning you (and the rest of the band) can easily see what’s happening. For TASCAM 2488 MK1 users the low brightness of the LCD display is no longer a major drawback. No more eye strain! The HGR-2488 has been designed to be as simple as possible for the user to install inside the TASCAM 2488 without the need for soldering, special tools or modifications to the TASCAM 2488 casing. It is essentially ‘plug and play’. The HGR-2488 provides the following features: * Display of the TASCAM 2488 LCD on a VGA compatible PC monitor or LCD panel* Everything displayed on the TASCAM 2488 LCD is replicated on the PC monitor* Display is white text on a blue, red, black or (with the latest module) green background - jumper selectable* VGA mode is 800 x 600 @ 60HZ* TASCAM 2488 LCD remains fully functional whether or not the PC monitor is connected* No PC required – just the TASCAM 2488, a VGA monitor and a standard male-to-male VGA cable* Simple to install What's In The Box * HGR2488 Circuit Assembly* Ribbon cable for video output* 2 cable ties* Installation instructions on CD All you have to provide is the TASCAM 2488, a PC compatible monitor and a standard Male-to-Male VGA cable (please refer to the FAQ below for information on the VGA cable). Frequently Asked Questions Q: What is the HGR-2488?A : The HGR-2488 is a small interface which allows the display of the TASCAM 2488 LCD on a VGA compatible PC monitor or LCD panel. Everything that is displayed on the TASCAM 2488 LCD is replicated on the PC monitor. Q: Does the HGR-2488 work on all versions of the TASCAM 2488?A : Yes. The HGR-2488 has been designed to work with all variants of the TASCAM 2488. It has been fully tested with the original TASCAM 2488 (sometimes referred to as the MK I), the MK II and the NEO. Q: Does the HGR-2488 provide a DVI or HDMI output?A : No, the HGR-2488 provides an analog VGA output (PC compatible RGB+HV) to a standard 15 way female HD (d-type) connector Q: Will I need to provide a Male-to-Male VGA cable?A : If your monitor has a fixed VGA cable with a male [pin] connector (as is often the case with older CRT monitors) then this will plug directly into the HGR-2488 ribbon cable, so you will not need a Male-to-Male cable. If your monitor has a female [socket] VGA connector (as is often the case with newer LCD monitors) then a Male-to-Male VGA cable will be required to connect the HGR-2488 ribbon cable to the monitor. Q: Do I require any special Tools?A : No, you will only require the following tools when installing the HGR2488 - A #1 Philips head screwdriver, Small side cutters or nail scissors, A table to work on and a soft blanket to lay the TASCAM 2488 on during installation. Q: How much experience do I need to install the HGR-2488? A: The HGR-2488 has been designed to be as simple as possible for the user to install inside the TASCAM 2488 without the need for soldering, special tools or modifications to the TASCAM 2488 casing. ... read more

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