Install & Operation
ManualContents
Welcome ...................................................................................................................3Introduction .......................................................................................................................3System Capability ....................................................................................................3
Software license agreement ...................................................................................4Authorization............................................................................................................5iLok License......................................................................................................................6Machine Authorization ......................................................................................................6

License Deposit .......................................................................................................6
Installation on Mac.................................................................................................10
Installation on Windows........................................................................................12Contact....................................................................................................................14
Plug-in Overview....................................................................................................15
Part Names/Functions ....................................................................................................15
1. Plug-in Info ................................................................................................................162. Foldable Display .......................................................................................................163. Studio No.1 Reflectors Select ...................................................................................17
4. Studio No.2 Main Floor / Booth Select......................................................................17
5. INPUT LEVEL / OUTPUT LEVEL .............................................................................18
6. PRE DELAY / REVERB TIME...................................................................................18
7. BAND LEVEL LOW / MID / HIGH ............................................................................18
8. DRY / WET ...............................................................................................................199. Insert Mode / Send Mode .........................................................................................19
10. Frequency spectrum .................................................................................................19
11. Sound Source Position Select ..................................................................................20
12. MIC ANGLE ..............................................................................................................21
13. ADJUST MIC ............................................................................................................22

ONKIO Acoustics Install & Operation ManualPage 2Welcome
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a TAC SYSTEM product, ONKIO Acoustics. This document
describes the software license terms, user and support information, installation
instructions, iLok Activation, and operations for this product. For the plug-in installer
download and the latest information, please refer to the TAC SYSTEM's productwebsite.
https://www.tacsystem.com/eng/products/onkio-acoustics.html

System Capability

OSMacOS 10.14.6 or higher (64-bit)
Compatible with Intel Mac and Apple M1(Rosseta 2 , Native)
Windows 10 , Windows 11
Doesn’t support 32-bit OS or Host Application.

Authorization

iLok License (iLok 2, iLok 3)
Machine Authorization

Plug-in Formats

AAX Native / VST3 / AU (64-bit)

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Software license agreement
Terms and Conditions of License
TAC SYSTEM, INC. grants permission to use ONKIO Acoustics (hereinafter referred to as "theSoftware") to the person whose name is entered as the user on the user registration form attachedto the Software package (hereinafter referred to as "the Software Administrator") and to the user
who is authorized to use the Software by the Software Administrator (hereinafter referred to as "theSoftware User"), on the condition that all of the following terms and conditions are agreed upon.
The use of this software is permitted to the person whose name is written on the user registration
form attached to the software package (hereinafter referred to as the "Software Administrator") andthe user who is permitted to use this software by the Software Administrator (hereinafter referred toas the "Software User") on the condition that they agree to all of the following. TAC SYSTEM, INC.
software vendors, distributors, or their employees are not authorized to make any modifications,
expansions, or additions to the information below.
Responsibility of the Software Administrator
The software administrator is responsible for authorizing and controlling the use of the software byits users. In other words, the SOFTWARE must be used only under the good care of theSOFTWARE Administrator.
Copyright NoticeAll copyrights to this software program and its accompanying operation manual are owned by TAC
SYSTEM, INC. and are protected by the Copyright Act of Japan.
Prohibition of Duplication and Distribution
TAC SYSTEM, INC. prohibits the reproduction or distribution, in whole or in part, of the programand operating manuals without the written consent of TAC SYSTEM, INC. Reproduction means
copying the program CD-ROM, etc. to other media. Reproduction includes copying the programCD-ROM, etc., to another medium, or translating or rewriting the operating manual into anotherlanguage or format. TAC SYSTEM, INC. shall be liable for any and all damages caused by thenegligence or disregard of this agreement, and the software administrator shall be liable for all
damages caused by the negligence or disregard of this agreement.
However, "installing the program on the specified media" or "printing the operation manual
provided in PDF file format on paper in its entirety" as described in the software package or
operation manual is included in the normal use of the software and does not constitute a
duplication as described herein. This does not constitute reproduction.
Warranty and Liability
TAC SYSTEM, INC. makes no express or implied warranties of quality, performance,
merchantability, or fitness for any particular purpose with respect to this software. TAC SYSTEM
INC. shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, special, or consequential damages resulting fromdefects in the hardware protection key or operating manual provided with the software, even if TAC
SYSTEM, INC. has been advised of the possibility of such damages. TAC SYSTEM, INC. shall not
be liable for any costs incurred in the recovery of the program or data, including the cost ofreproduction. This software is sold on an "as is" basis. The software administrator assumes full
responsibility for the quality and performance of the software.
Handling of Personal Information
TAC SYSTEM, INC. will use your personal information for the following purposes
Introduction of new products
Notification of software updates
To inform you of special campaigns and events, etc.
We will take the utmost care in handling the personal information we receive. We will not provide
your personal information to any third party.
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Authorization
ONKIO Acoustics uses Pace's iLok system for authorization. Before the authorization
process begins, be sure to create an iLok account at iLok.com and download the iLok
License Manager.

ONKIO Acoustics uses iLok "License Manager" (application) to manage the license.
The License Manager supports two types of authorization: authorization using iLok
USB (sold separately) or "machine authorization" in which your machine is registeredas a licensed machine.

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iLok License

iLok USB dongle key (sold separately) enables you to manage other plug-ins andlicenses centrally. Changing machines can be done easily by replacing the iLok key.
The iLok key is only valid for host applications that support iLok.
※Please note that ONKIO Acoustics supports iLok2 and iLok3.
It does not support iLok1.

Machine Authorization
ONKIO Acoustics supports Machine Authorization on iLok "License Manager". Youcan register your machine as a "licensed machine" without using an iLok USB donglekey. License transfer is done on the "License Manager".

License Deposit
1. Launch iLok License Manager (application).
2. Click "Sign In" on the left side of the screen to open the "Sign In" dialog box.
Enter User ID and Password, and click the "Sign In" button.

If you have successfully logged in, the "Sign In" in the upper left corner will change to"User icon". Click on the "User icon" to view account information.

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If you want the OS to remember the User ID and Password, check the "Remember
User ID and Password on this machine" checkbox below the input field.

※If you are authenticating for the first time, it will take some time for the accountview to appear. Please wait while the meter on the left side of the screen(below the "User icon") is moving.

3. Click "Licenses" > "Redeem Activation Code" in the application menu.

On the "Enter Activation Code" screen, enter the "Redeem Code" that wasincluded in your purchase email. ※The code can be copied and pasted.

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4. On the Select an activation location screen, select the license deposit locationand click "Activate".

5. A confirmation screen will appear, click OK.
※If you check the "Do not show again" checkbox, this confirmation screen will not appear again.

6. When using an iLok, never remove or insert the iLok while the meter on theleft side of the screen is moving.

ONKIO Acoustics Install & Operation ManualPage 87. If the license has been successfully moved to the location, the"Successful Activation" dialog box will appear. Click the "OK" button.
※If you check the "Do not show again" checkbox, this confirmation screen will not appear again.

8. Confirm that a license has been deposited at the location.

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Installation on Mac
Installing ONKIO Acoustics
The installer can be downloaded from the product homepage at the company's website.
https://www.tacsystem.com/eng/products/onkio-acoustics.html

Double-click the installer file (.pkg) to launch it. Click "Continue."

Read the release notes and click "Continue."

Read the license agreement and click "Continue." You will be asked if you agree.
If you have no problem, click "Agree."

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Select the components to be installed and click "Continue."

Check the amount of space required for installation. If all is well, click "Install."Depending on your system, you may need to enter a password.

The following window will appear and installation is complete.

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Installation on Windows
Install ONKIO Acoustics
The installer download is available from the Tac System product website.
https://www.tacsystem.com/eng/products/onkio-acoustics.html

Double-click the installer file (.exe) to launch it.
Click "Yes."*Please allow permission if Windows system protection, etc. is displayed when the installer is started.

Select the language and click "OK."Click "Next."

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Read the license agreement.
If you are okay with it, select “I accept the agreement" and click “Next."

Read the release notes and click "Next."

Select the components to be installed and click "Next."

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Check the installation details. If all is well, click “Install."

Click "Finish" to complete the installation.

Contact
Contact : https://tacsystem.tayori.com/form/d703668ac37ef00810a2c2ecf39a0a6c786e9dcb※Software support is available via email. Please include your serial number
in your email inquiry. Support hours are available only during our businesshours.On weekdays, we will respond in order after confirming your e-mail.

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Plug-in Overview
Part Names/Functions

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1. Plug-in Info
Click on the ONKIO Acoustics logo to display a window with information about theplug-in. To hide the window, click the logo again, or click the window.

2. Foldable Display①The window can be collapsed by clicking theon the leftedge of the plug-in window. To redisplay the folded section, clickagain.

②③
Display example①②③

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3. Studio No.1 Reflectors SelectIn the Studio No.1, the amount of reflectors can be selected from three different
patterns.
▼Click on "Reflectors:Fully" or click on the studio image to open the pull-down menu.

Reflectors:Fully

Reflectors:HalfReflectors:None

4. Studio No.2 Main Floor / Booth SelectIn the Studio No. 2, you can choose from the main floor or booth (inside/outside).
▼Click on "Main Floor" or click on the studio image to open the pull-down menu.
Main

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5. INPUT LEVEL / OUTPUT LEVELINPUT and OUTPUT levels can be adjusted. You can also doubleclick the dB indicator at the bottom and specify the level by number.
Variable range-90dB〜+12dB-00.0dB-00.0dB

000.0ms00.

6. PRE DELAY / REVERB TIME
PRE DELAY and REVERB TIME can be adjusted. You can also
double-click on the ms indicator at the bottom to specify the time bynumber.

Variable range
PRE DELAY : 0.0ms〜200ms
REVERB TIME : 0.0ms〜1270ms-00.0dB-00.0dB

000.0ms

00.00s-00.0dB-00.0dB

7. BAND LEVEL LOW / MID / HIGH
The reverb sound level can be adjusted for each BAND (bass,midrange, and treble). You can also double-click the dB indicator atthe bottom and specify the level by number. Solo/mute is available
for each LOW, MID, and HIGH.

Variable range-90dB〜+12dB-00.0dB-00.0dB

000.0ms

00.00s-00.0dB

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Page 18-000-8. DRY / WET
DRY (original signal without effects processing) andWET (signal with effects processing) level adjustment is possible.
Variable range-90dB〜+12dB

9. Insert Mode / Send Mode
Insert Mode
The DRY / WET level can be adjusted, and the mixed audio is exported
from the OUTPUT.
-00.0dB-00.0dB
000.0ms
00.00s-00.0dB-00.0dB-00.0dB-000-000

Send Mode
The DRY / WET faders are grayed out. Then the DRY signal is turned off and theWET fader is fixed at its default value.

10. Frequency spectrum
The chart also changes according to the setting of each parameter.
From the front, the order is as follows
Red : LOW

Green : MID

Blue : HIGH

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11. Sound Source Position Select▲Click on Source-LEFT (default) to display a pull-up andchange the position.

←Source←MicrophoneStudio No.1
Source-LEFTSource-CENTER

Source-RIGHT

Studio No.1
Control RoomStudio No.1
Main Floor

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Studio No.2
Source-Source-

Studio No.2
Control RoomStudio No.2
Main Floor

12. MIC ANGLE
The angle of the microphone can be changed by clicking andmoving ●. The microphone is angled vertically up and down to theSource. The microphone type is cardioid by default and can bechanged to omni by clicking "OMNI."

Mic Angle

Variable range -90°〜+90°

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13. ADJUST MIC
The microphone position can be changed in the X [depth], Y[horizontal], and Z [height] directions relative to the Source. You
can change the value by moving the mouse up or down while
clicking on the value you want to change. You can also doubleclick on the value to specify the value by number.

Adjust Mic

x : + 0 00
y: - 0 00
z: +000

An expansion window is displayed by clicking on the "▷" in the lower right cornerof the window. The triangle vertices of the microphone mark correspond to the X[depth], Y [horizontal], and Z [height] positions.

EX.

XEX.
Adjust Mic

x : +000y : - 000
z: +000＋–

Y＋X
Y–Variable range
X -999〜+999mm
Y -999〜+999mm
Z -999〜+999mm

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