Fostex X-34 User's Manual
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1. Ho MON mx om mutttrackerX 34 FOSTEX REC PLAY REW FF STOP PAUSE o Tl gt o 6 9 12 10 Headphones LINE INANSERT a 16 1 2 3 Rewind tape to its starting position 000 for recording Plug the electric bass into front panel LINE IN INSERT jack 2 You can use any available LINE IN INSERT jack lt Note gt This is the simplest way to record a bass You can also use an amplifier or a direct input box to create different sounds Switch ON the Dolby B noise reduction switch Adjusting the Recording Level and Practicing your performance Before overdubbing practice and adjust the level of the electric bass by listening to the prerecorded track sound 4 Press REC TRK switch 2 to select track 2 as a recording track Track 2 enters REC READY mode While playing the electric bass adjust the recording level by gradually raising the channel 2 input playback level fader The track 2 level indicator lights up Adjust the overall headphone or monitor volume using the MONITOR knob and the channel 2 MON MIX AUX knob Model X 34 Owner s Manual Fostex Overdubbing Take 7 Make sure that the record track indicator on channel 2 is lit Otherwise press the REC TRK switch 2 to set track 2 in REC READY mode 82. oa 6435 26 26 lt Note gt If the Auto Bounce button is switched on and off mutttrackerX 34 FOSTEX REW while any one REC TRK switch is set to REC FF STOP PAUSE Headphones Plug a mic into the rear panel MIC IN jack 1 3 1 4 or XLR Make sure that the Track Down indicator is turned off lt Note gt When Track Down is ON disabled the REC TRK switches are Switch ON the Dolby B noise reduction switch If this is a new song load a cassette in the transport and advance the tape to recording start position as previously described Reset the counter to 000 by pressing the RESET button Place track 1 in REC READY mode by pressing REC TRK switch 1 Record track indicator 1 lights up in red The signal from MIC IN jack 1 3 is also routed to channel 3 READY state the selected o IE REC TRK switch will be 10 11 canceled In this case reselect the recording 12 track using with the REC TRK switch If you also select track 3 by pressing the REC TRK switch on channel 3 the same signal can be recorded to tracks 7 and 3 Raise the channel 1 input playback level fader to the position shown right Adjust the recording level with the Trim L 1 3 knob while talking into the microphone so that segments 0 3 on the level meter light up
3. 1 Connect the input of an external effects 6 Use the AUX RTN knob to adjust the level of processor to the AUX SEND connector on the the effect signals rear panel of the X 34 7 Adjust the monitoring level using the 2 Connect the outputs of the external effects MONITOR knob processor to the AUX RTN connectors L 8 Adjust the entire output level using the MONO R on the rear panel of the X 34 MASTER fader 3 Set up the master recorder and the X 34 for Refer to page 18 for more information on the mixdown rehearsal as described in steps 1 mixdown steps 7 of the Mixdown section on page 18 9 Ifthe level settings are satisfactory rewind 4 Play the tape and turn the MON MIX AUX the tape Hi s HP 2 E 4 AA to ust 10 Start recording on the master recorder and Re evel Or SIgnalS Sent TO NE eectS start playing the tape on the X 34 to mixdown processor 5 Set the parameters of the external effects processor if necessary 25 Fost Model X 34 Owner s Manual Applying a compressor limiter to the mic input during overdubbing Using the X 34 insert LINE IN INSERT jack on the front panel you can apply a compressor limiter to the mic sound vocal input to the rear panel MIC IN jack 1 4 or XLR The INSERT jack accepts a TRS tip ring sleeve 1 4 connector for bi directional connection The tip sends out the X 34 signal to the effects unit and the ring inputs the processed signal from the effects
4. DD Ile j 00 recording tape If a used tape is not completely rewound press the REW button to wind to the beginning and repeat this step 6 After you wind past the leader tape press the RESET button to set the counter to 000 Press the REC TRK switch 1 once to place track 1 in REC READY mode The record track indicator 1 will light up in red and the MON MIX indicator will light up lt Note gt You can of course record the sound source connected to LINE IN INSERT jack 1 to any track other than track 1 using REC TRK switch 1 to select the desired track lt Note gt When Track Down is ON the REC TRK switches are disabled Also if the Auto Bounce button or Track Down button is switched on and off while any one REC TRK switch is set to REC READY state the selected REC TRK switch will be canceled In this case reselect the recording track using with the REC TRK switch 8 While playing the synthesizer gradually raise the channel 1 input playback level fader As the fader is raised the level meter 1 will start to blink Adjust the recording level by raising the input playback level fader to a point where the meter 3 blinks at maximum sound volume 9 You can adjust the headphone or monitor speaker sound volume by turning the MONITOR knob and the channel 1 MON MIX AUX knob 10 Use the EQ knobs on channel 1 to adjust the tone 11 Position the monitor sou
5. Owners Manual Model 34 Multitracker Q DOOooO 0laooooo z 3 0 ooooo z R 00000 Q O 00006Y rem mutttrackerX 34 FOSTEX REC PU Ri STOP PAUSE Ew Q Fostex Fostex Model X 34 Owner s Manual RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated 2 Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference 3 Heed Warnings All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to 4 Follow Instructions All operating and use instructions should be followed 5 Water and Moisture The appliance should not be used near water for example near a bathtub washbowl kitchen sink laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool and the like 6 Carts and Stands The appliance should be used only with a cart or stand that is r
6. The headphone and monitor volume can be adjusted using the MONITOR knob 1 and the channel 1 MON MIX AUX knob Use the EQ knobs on channel 1 to adjust the tone After you adjust the recording level and tone start recording by pressing the REC button The PLAY button also depresses 12 When you finish recording press the STOP button to stop the tape transport and press the REC TRK switch 1 repeatedly to deselect the recording track Model X 34 Owner s Manual Fostex lt NOTE gt If you connect a microphone to MIC IN jack 2 4 the signal is routed to channels 2 and 4 although you can use the REC TRK switch to route the signal to any desired track The MON MIX indicator turns off and the AUX indicator lights up Basic Playback Procedure Let s play back and listen to the recorded sound This procedure assumes different sounds have been recorded to tape on tracks 1 4 Before proceeding to the next step reset the X 34 to its initial settings See page 9 Make sure that the Track down indicator is turned off a a LON O 3 R ic IN aux SEND ADx arn MONITOR OUT WIDE PITCH one On Oi Eoo ou o OSS 2z ad Re Z 4 OQ O 5 3 The MON MIX indicator lights up oe gt gt p ose f M a
7. 34 lt Top Panel gt pp lt Front panel gt SREAP PANEL gt csvssvcscscesaceveieevsicsed sosetsiacuasaser ascsaiasevecressvases Basic Operation Let s Record 2 cccsecccseerseseees Initial mode after the X 34 is powered ON ossee Initial setup of the Remember the following before you start to record 10 Basic Recording 1 Recording from the front panel LINE IN INSERT jack csccesseessserseeteeeneees 12 Basic Recording 2 Recording with the rear panel MIC IN jack eecseesssecseersenesersesssescenseneseesenessenes 14 Basic Playback Procedure oseere 15 Multitrack Recording 1 s1ccssssccsercssserssseresersesrseseeee 16 Overdubbing lt Overdubbing Electric Bass in Track 2 While Listening to the Drum Track gt ceee 16 Mixdown Track Down mode Advanced Operation 04 19 Punch In Out Recording ovssncionasieanorgaiaan 19 Ping pong Recording Using the Auto Bounce Function osese 21 Tape SYNC siseses es i AAEE A EE 23 Recording a sync signal 24 Applying Effects Troubleshooting 27 Maintenance 2h sescssessessasvtisasgetuvedisesisieoriterieti astral 28 Block Did gr Ginn orisirisi eased cievisviietcens 28 SPECHICAONG n aea n secdasuvel shes ARE 29 Declaration of EC Directive n se 30 The Affect of Immunity on This gtDP12e1ETE 30 FOSTEX DISTRIBUTORS LIST IN EUROPE 30 Precautions please read before use Power supply When u
8. Adjust the placement of each channel in the stereo image using the PAN knobs 9 Start recording your performance by pressing the REC button The PLAY button also depresses While listening to the track 1 playback play the electric bass and overdub it to track 2 Adjust the track 1 sound drum machine using the channel 1 MON MIX AUX knob 10 When you have finished overdubbing press the STOP button to stop the tape transport 11 Press REC TRK switch 2 repeatedly to turn off the record track indicator 12 Rewind the tape to counter 000 and play back sound on tracks 1 and 2 If you have questions please refer to Basic playback Procedure on page 15 In the same manner overdub on tracks 3 and 4 17 Fostex Model X 34 Owner s Manual Mixdown Track Down mode After all four tracks have been recorded the next step is mixdown Track Down mode Mixdown is the process of adjusting the sound volume and stereo image of what you recorded on tracks 1 4 and as a final process mixing them to two channels stereo and dubbing copying it to a master recorder When you switch on the Track Down button the X 34 enters Track Down mode 18 You can use Track Down mode to play back a demo tape or recorded tape In Track Down mode all track sounds are routed to the corresponding channel level faders Before proceeding to the next step set the X 34 to its initial settings See page 9 Make sure tha
9. F and G to tracks 1 and 2 Sound source A B C Sound source D E Sound source A B C Sound source D E Sound source G Sound source F The X 34 utilizes an Auto Bounce ping pong recording function The Auto Bounce function can greatly simplify ping pong recording Each time you press the Auto in the following order 1 gt 2 rr Bounce button these indicators light up gt 3 gt 4 gt OFF gt 1 gt gt gt 4 pectaK 4 necrmk 42 nec tax 10 10 20 sO 20 gt o Use this button to turn Auto Bounce mode on or off Please note that this button is disabled if the 1 rack Down indicator is on 21 22 Fostex Model X 34 Owner s Manual lt Beware of oscillation during ping pong recording gt When you ping pong record between adjacent tracks such as from track 2 to track 1 or 3 oscillation may result if the gain control is raised too high If this happens immediately stop recording If you are monitoring with headphones or an external monitor while the sound is oscillating it could cause damage your hearing After you stop recording reduce the output using the MON MIX AUX knobs to a suitable level then resume recording Also avoid repeated ping pong recording or the sound quality may deteriorate In this section the sounds recorded on tracks 1 3 will mixed and ping pong recorded to track 4 Also m
10. actually record the take lt NOTE gt To punch in play the tape to the start of the section you want to re record and at a point between phrases and preferably on a beat enter recording mode and record new material The process of returning again to playback mode is called punching out An optional foot switch Fostex model 8051 is required to punch in and out on the X 34 Punching in and out is illustrated below Track4 Track 3 z z Tape travel Re recording section Track 2 Track 1 Playback all tracks Track 2 only is recorded and other tracks remain All tracks in playback in playback Step on the foot switch W Sy a Step on the foot switch once upon arriving at the 7 4 again where you wish to punch in point punch out point Before proceeding to the next step set the X 34 to its initial settings as explained on page 9 Also make sure that the Track Down indicator is turned off 19 Model X 34 Owner s Manual Fost For example part of the electric bass recorded on track 2 will be replaced during overdubbing We assume that you have already loaded a prerecorded tape in the X 34 and rewound to the beginning of the recorded 4 The MON MIX Ls indicator lights up Use the
11. and try recording on a specific track In the following example a synthesizer will be recorded on track 1 This and other explanations assume an AC adapter is connected to the X 34 and the X 34 is powered on Also make sure that the Track Down indicator is turned off Before proceeding to the next step set the X 34 to its initial settings as explained on page 9 a _ MONO Li tic AUX SEND RIN Ne AOX aTh oie 88 o o 2 1 0 ne 7 14 i 20 s0 20 gt L R kaap MONITOR ouT LINE OUT The MON MIX indicator lights up mutttrackerX 34 FOSTEX REC PLAY REW FF STOP PAUSE 2 8 L A Keyboard Headphones 1 Lift the cassette tray lid and load the cassette into the cassette tray If a previously recorded tape is being used check that the rear side erasure prevention tab has not been broken off If it is cover the hole with a piece of scotchtape 2 Use an instrument cable to connect the synthesizer output to the front panel LINE IN INSERT jack 1 3 Plug the headphones into the PHONES jack on the front panel or connect the monitor speaker system to the MONITOR OUT jack on the rear panel 4 Switch ON the Dolby B noise reduction switch Press the PLAY button to advance the tape a few seconds This will wind past the leader at the head of the
12. be economized because automatic performances of MIDI equipment need not be recorded to tape 2 Because the dynamic sound of an electronic musical instrument synthesizer drum machine etc can be mixed down directly you can obtain a higher quality sound 3 Flexible editing such as overdubbing an automated performance or replacing a drum machine track is made possible lt NOTES gt In order to carry out tape sync it is necessary to reserve track 4 for recording and playback of a sync signal called the FSK signal The FSK signal is a modulation into sound of the performance tempo information output from a sequencer or drum machine called the MIDI clock This is one type of MIDI signal A track recorded with this signal serves as the conductor s baton so to speak When this signal is played back and sent to the sequencer or drum machine the MIDI equipment starts performing in sync with the tempo of this signal Some sequencers and drum machines cannot independently input or output FSK signals When using this type of equipment a MIDI FSK converter is required For details please refer to the MIDI equipment operating manual lt IMPORTANT gt After you record the FSK signal to track 4 be sure to de select track 4 and completely retard the channel 4 fader before proceeding to mixdown 23 24 Fostex Model X 34 Owner s Manual Recording a sync signal 1 Connect the FSK output of the MIDI FSK c
13. beginning of the tracks 9 Press the REC button to start recording The REC indicator lights up 10 When you finish ping pong recording stop the transport by pressing the STOP button Auto Bounce mode is canceled and Track Down mode is automatically selected The REC indicator turns off Rewind the tape and listen to the ping pong recorded sound Subsequently you can overdub new performances to tracks I 3 Model X 34 Owners Manual Fostex lt Monitoring gt For monitoring the PAN knob of the channel to which ping pong is carried out is fully left L or right R The other channel PAN knobs are fully rotated in the opposite direction Using these settings you can separately monitor the sound of the ping pong receiving channel track 4 in this example and the ping pong source channels tracks 1 3 in this example lt Notes on Auto Bounce recording gt When Track Down is ON the Auto Bounce button is disabled Also if the Auto Bounce button is switched on and off while any one REC TRK switch is set to REC READY state the selected REC TRK switch will be canceled Also pressing any REC TRK switch while Auto Bounce mode is ON will cancel Auto Bounce mode Tape Sync Tape sync is a great function for synchronizing the automatic performance of a sequencer and drum machine MIDI sound source to a performance recorded on tape Here s why this function is so handy 1 The number of tracks can
14. higher 20mW at 32 Q 6 PHONE jack 10kQ or higher 10dBV 6 PHONE jack 10kQ or higher 10dBV Model X 34 Owner s Manual Fostex Recording Tape Record tracks Tape speed Pitch control Noise Reduction EQ Tape rewinding time Frequency response Heads Power supply Weight Dimensions C 90 TYPE 2 or HIGH position or shorter 4 tracks one direction 9 5 cm s 4 75cm s 50 12 Dolby B noise reduction system 2 band shelving 12 HI 10kHz LO 100Hz 150 seconds when a C 60 tape is used Mixer section 20Hz 20kHz Recorder section 40Hz 14kHz 4 tracks 4 channel recording playback 4 tracks 4 channel erase Fostex AC adapter AD 12C DC 12V 12 16V 11W Approx 1 7 kg excluding the AC adapter 335 W x 75 H x 247 D mm Specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice for purpose of product improvement Dolby Noise Reduction is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation 29 30 Fostex Model X 34 Owner s Manual Declaration of EC Directive This equipment is compatible with the EMC Directive 89 336 EEC Directive on approximation of member nation s ordinance concerning the electromagnetic compatibility and with the Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC Di
15. track sound Monitor AUX send level control knob MON MIX AUX This knob enables you to adjust the level of the channel signal for monitoring or to control the level of the signal sent to the AUX bus Equalizer control knobs EQ HI EQ LO The X 34 is equipped with a two band shelving type EQ These knobs are used to adjust tonal quality of the signals routed to the channel faders The following settings are available HI Signals with a frequency of 10kHz will be boosted and cut up to 12 dB LO Signals with a frequency of 100Hz will be boosted and cut up to 12 dB Trim knob Use this knob to adjust the input level depending on the sound source input to the rear panel MIC IN jack 1 4 or XLR This knob enables you to adjust from a signal that ranges from line level to mic level Fostex Model X 34 Owner s Manual 10 AUX return knob AUX RTN This knob allows you to adjust the input level of processed signals from a connected external effect unit The level of both signals input to AUX RTN L MONO and R are adjusted equally 11 Monitor master knob MONITOR This knob allows you to adjust the final level of monitoring signals i e the headphone volume and the level of signals output from the MONITOR OUT L R jacks 12 AUX indicator This red indicator lights up when the channel MON MIX AUX knob functions as an AUX control 13 MON MIX indicator This red indicator lights up when the channel MON MIX AUX k
16. unit to the X 34 This connection requires a special insert cable as shown in the figure below A Microphone MIC IN 2 4 LUMONG R AUX ATN z L R T Mic IN AUK SEND MONITOR ouf LINE oui 0000 E O O Oli a 202020 O r uate de lt iiy ee 1 i D ac r were TT J y D iiiiy O L y i LINE ININSERT LINE IN INSERT 4 Tip Return I 1 1 l i Ring Send ol TEs Compressor limiter In this example a microphone is plugged into the MIC 4 While talking into the microphone adjust the IN jack 2 4 and a vocal is recorded to track 4 recording level using the Trim 2 4 knob until 26 segments 0 3 on the level meter light up 1 Connect the microphone to one of the MIC IN jacks 2 4 1 4 or XLR on the rear panel of Adjust the effect signal on the compressor the X 34 limiter 2 Connect the input output of the compressor Refer to the manna jor the compressor limiter for limiter to the insert jack 4 as shown in the detailed effect settings drawing Follow the instructions on page 16 for 3 Press the REC TRK switch on channel 4 once overdubbing to select track 4 as the recording track In this way you can apply the compressor limiter to only the vocal recorded t
17. 0 Power indicator POWER This indicator lights up when you turn on the power 21 Pitch control knob WIDE PITCH Tape speed can be adjusted within the range of 50 12 This is normally set to the center position Use this knob during the playback of recorded music to practice your performance at a slower speed This is also useful when you wish to overdub a musical instrument that has slightly offset pitch or a vocalist who can t quite hit the highest note Pitch control is disabled when the NORMAL FIX indicator is lit 22 Tape speed control indicator NORMAL FIX Press this switch to change the tape speed from 9 5cm s to 4 75cn s The NORMAL FIX indicator lights up in green and the pitch control and Dolby B noise reduction are disabled Pressing this switch again will restore the Dolby and pitch control settings and the tape speed 9 6cm s will be restored This switch is disabled during recording 23 Tape counter reset button RESET Tape transport is metered and indicated here Press the reset button to return the counter to 000 24 Cassette lid Cassette tray Insert a cassette tape here Load or unload cassettes only when the transport is stopped 25 Transport control buttons Play button PLAY Press this button to start playback Stop button STOP Press the STOP button to stop tape transport The tape transport buttons PLAY REC REW and FF will cancel and the tape will stop Fast forward button F
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19. 3 Sound source A on the track specified by REC TRK switch 2 REC TRK switch REC TRK switch REG TE Sound source B on the track specified by REC TRK switch 1 CHANNEL 4 3 2 1 XLR connectors are ineffective Unlike the front panel input jacks signals input to MIC IN 173 will be routed to channels 1 and 3 and signals input to MIC IN 2 4 will be routed to channels 2 and 4 The REC TRK switch setting determines which tracks will be recorded z gt 000 MIC IN jack 2 4 ol or MIC IN jack 1 3 ol Sound source A Sound source B Model X 34 Owner s Manual Fostex lt Using both MIC IN jack and LINE IN INSERT jack gt Keep the following information about the MIC IN and LINE IN INSERT jacks in mind when recording sound sources using both types of input jacks The front panel LINE IN INSERT jack has priority For example if you attempt to input different sound sources Sound source A Sound source B simultaneously from the front panel LINE IN INSERT jack 1 and the rear panel MIC IN jack 1 3 priority will be given to the LINE IN INSERT jack 1 to send the signal to channel 1 and the signal from the MIC IN jack 1 3 will be sent to only channel 3 Since Sound source A is routed to channel 1 and Sound source B is routed to channel 3 selecting a recording track using the corresponding REC TRK switches enables you to record Sound sources A and B simultaneously
20. AUX RTN knob to appropriate levels Tape does not transport Is the cassette tape installed correctly Insert the tape correctly Power is not turned on Is the AC adapter connected correctly Connect the AC adapter correctly The MIDI sequencer does not Is the FSK MIDI converter set so that it will Check the FSK MIDI converter setting synchronize with the X 34 convert the sync signal recorded on track 4 to Is the MIDI sequencer set up so that it will synchronize with incoming clock Refer to the MIDI sequencer manual and check the setting 27 28 Fostex Model X 34 Owner s Manual Maintenance 1 Cleaning the exterior For normal cleaning use a soft dry cloth For stubborn dirt moisten a cloth in diluted detergent wring it out firmly and wipe off the dirt Then wipe down the unit with a dry cloth Never use solvents such as alcohol thinner or benzene since these will damage the printing and finish of the exterior 2 Cleaning the head roller and capstan Record playback head As the X 34 is used the record playback head will become coated with oxide residue from tapes If this residue is allowed to build up recordings will contain more noise and dropouts may occur during playback To prevent this regular cleaning is important Use a commercial cleaning kit to clean the head If cleaning the head do
21. F Press this button to fast forward the tape at high speed Rewind button REW Press this button to rewind the tape at hight speed Recording button REC While a record track indicator or indicators are lit red press this button and the PLAY button simultaneously to start recording If you press the PAUSE button prior to these buttons the X 34 will enter record standby mode and the tape will remain stopped Model X 34 Owner s Manual Fostex lt Note gt The REC button will be ineffective if the cassette erase prevention tab is broken Pause button PAUSE You press this button during playback or recording the tape will stop the PLAY and RECORD buttons will remain depressed If you press this button again stop mode will be canceled and playback or recording will resume This button will not function during rewind or fast forward operations lt Front panel gt 1 Line in insert jack LINE IN INSERT 1 2 3 4 Line level sound sources are input here Input signals are sent only to the tracks selected by the REC TRK switches on the corresponding channels If a sound source input from the rear panel MIC IN jack is to be processed use these jacks to insert a TIP Ret Hetu E i ae Wa RING Send compressor limiter or other effect lt Note gt Priority is always given to the LINE IN INSERT jacks You
22. MON MIX AUX and PAN knobs to adjust the output and stereo image for each track Step on the foot switch when you reach the punch in point and play your part The REC indicator flashes faster Only track 2 will enter input monitor mode This means that you can hear the new bass part on track 2 along with the playback sound from other tracks Step on the foot switch again when you wish The REC indicator flashes more slowly and the X 34 enters input monitoring mode When you finish rehearsing stop the transport by pressing the STOP button and rewind the Because no recording takes place during rehearsal repeat the process up to this point to set the recording level and get your playing technique down and also practice the timing of the punch in and out Punching in and out in tempo on strong beats can help tracks Monitor speakers Le ot 15 oot switcl ff X ee ees A muttitrackerX 34 FOSTEX 16 11 16 1 Plug the optional foot switch into the PUNCH 8 IN OUT jack 2 Advance the tape to a point just before where 9 new material is to be inserted 3 Plug the electric bass into the front panel LINE IN INSERT jack 2 Rehearsing the Punch In io 4 Make sure the Track Down indicator is turned to punch out off then place track 2 in REC READY mode by pressing the REC TRK switch 2 The REC TRK 2 indicator on channel 2 lights up 11 and the REC indicator flashes slowly 5 Raise the channel 2 input playback level fader tape to a
23. The same applies to LINE IN INSERT jack 3 and MIC IN jack 1 3 Sound source B will be recorded to a Sound source A will be recorded to a track selected by the REC TRK switch track selected by the REC TRK switch on channel 3 on channel 1 Channel 3 Channel 1 Channel 1 2 0GO 7 MIC IN jack 1 3 Sound source B LINE IN INSERT jack 1 Sound source A If you connect Sound sources A and B to LINE IN INSERT jacks 1 and 3 and Sound source C to MIC IN jack 1 3 Sound source C will be ignored and cannot be recorded simultaneously The same applies to LINE IN INSERT jacks 2 and 4 and MIC IN jack 2 4 Sound source A will be recorded to a track select ed by the REC TRK switchi Sound source C is not recorded Sound source B will be recorded to a track select ed by the REC TRK switch on channel 3 X XxX on channel 1 t Channel 3 Channel 1 Channel 1 Channel 3 O OLE LINE IN INSERT jack 3 Sound source B MIC IN jack 1 3 Sound source C LINE IN INSERT jack 1 Sound source A 11 12 Fost Model X 34 Owner s Manual Basic Recording 1 Recording from the front panel LINE IN INSERT jack First let s connect your musical instrument
24. a different track For example the rhythm section drum machine might be recorded on track 1 While you listen to the drum track you record an electric bass to track 2 Thus different sounds are recorded in layers on the four separate tracks In the example below we assume that a drum machine is recorded on track 1 We then overdub an electric bass on track 2 a keyboard on track 3 and a vocal on track 4 lt Overdubbing Electric Bass in Track 2 While Listening to the Drum Track gt While playing back and While playing back and While playing back and listening to Track 1 drum listening to Track 1 drum listening to Track 1 drum machine and Track 2 machine Track 2 electric machine overdub the electric bass overdub the bass and Track 3 keyboard electric bass to Track 2 keyboard to Track 3 overdub the vocal to Track 4 Track 4 Vocal Track 3 Keyboard Track 3 Keyboard Track 2 E bass Track 2 E bass Track 2 E bass Track 1 Drum machine Track 1 Drum machine Track 1 Drum machine Before starting to overdub refer to Basic Playback Procedure and practice the electric bass track while listening to drums on track 1 Before you start set the X 34 to its initial settings See page 9 LIMONO AUXSEND MASK ars R EOR MONITOR OUT LINE out WIDE PITCH O Aux
25. ake sure that the Track Down indicator is turned off Before proceeding to the next step set the X 34 to its initial settings as explained on page 9 men 3 TMI s TRIM 24 AUX SEND J O Mon mix LIMONO i R bat nm MONITOR ouf LINE OUT WIDE PITCH O Aux The indicator lights up gs 2 5 3 a ees mutitrackerX 34 FOSTEX ee c REC PLAY REW FF STOP PAUSE LINE INANSERT m F MASTER e d JL gt lt TGE pi 1 Insert the tape and rewind to the beginning of the recorded tracks 2 Switch ON Dolby B noise reduction 3 Press the Auto Bounce button repeatedly until the Auto Bounce indicator 4 lights up in green Track 4 is now specified as the ping pong destination 4 Press the PLAY button to play back the tape Adjust tracks 1 3 playback level using the channel 1 3 input playback level faders lt Note gt If you do not want to include a particular track in the Auto Bounce lower its input fader to minimum 00 10 l KRN Q Adjust the track 4 recording level using the channel 4 input playback level fader N Adjust the headphone or monitor volume using the MONITOR knob 8 When you finish adjusting the recording level rewind the tape to the
26. cannot record one sound source from the MIC IN 1 3 jack and one from the LINE INSERT 1 and 3 jacks or one from the MIC IN 2 4 jack and one from the LINE INSERT 2 and 4 jacks onto the same track at the same time Refer to page 10 and 11 for more information 2 Headphone jack PHONES Plug in monitor headphones here Fost i Model X 34 Owner s Manual lt Rear Panel gt Mic input jack MIC IN 1 3 2 4 Plug in a microphone here You can input any signal ranging from mic level to line level devices because the X 34 features a trim knob for each input Both XLR connectors balanced and 1 4 jacks unbalanced are provided Use the one appropriate for your application The sound source input to MIC IN jack 1 3 is routed to channels 7 and 3 and the inputs to MIC IN jack 2 4 are sent to channels 2 and 4 lt Note gt The XLR connector and 1 4 jack cannot be used simultaneously to record onto the same track AUX Send jack AUX SEND Connect this 1 4 jack to the input of an effects processor This jack outputs the signals selected and adjusted by the MON MIX AUX knobs AUX Return jacks AUX RTN L MONO R Connect these 1 4 jacks to the output of an effects processor You can also use them as auxiliary inputs If a connected effects processor has a mono output connect the output to the LIMONO jack of the X 34 The right channel will receive the same signal Adjust the level of pr
27. corded sound Try the following method 1 While playing the track you want to punch in adjust the input playback level fader so that the meter indicates 0 3 2 While rehearsing the new musical instrument adjust the input playback level fader so that the level meter lights up to the same degree as the playback tracks Ping pong Recording Using the Auto Bounce Function In a multitracker the four tracks can be used effectively to record many sound sources However if you record on all four tracks you may run out of tracks for other musical instruments or vocals However there is a method for clearing tracks to allow for more recording In this method called ping pong recording playback sounds from a multiple number of recorded tracks are mixed and recorded to an empty track Ping pong recording effectively lets you record a greater number of instruments or other sound sources lt For example you can record six tracks using ping pong recording shown in the schematic below gt Record sound sources A B C to tracks 1 3 Ping pong sound sources A B C to track 4 Record new sounds D and E to tracks 1 and2 Track 4 Sound source A B C Sound source A B C Track 3 sound source C 5 gt Track 2 sound source B Sound source E Track 1 sound source A Sound source D Ping pong sound sources Record new sound source D and E to track 3
28. djust the recording level while you play the electric bass 6 You can adjust the overall headphones or monitor volume using the MONITOR knob and the channel 2 MON MIX AUX knob camouflage the edit 7 Press the PLAY button to start playback 20 Recording the Punch in 12 Make sure that track 2 is in REC READY mode If not press the REC TRK switch on channel 2 to select track 2 Record track indicator 2 on channel 2 lights up and the REC indicator flashes slowly 13 Press the REC button to start the tape from slightly before the punch in point The REC indicator flashes faster It might be a good idea to play the bass in unison with the playback to get in sync for the punch in 14 Step on the foot switch at the punch in point Track 2 will enter input monitor mode and recording mode the REC indicator lights up continuously The X 34 starts recording the electric bass on track 2 You can monitor your performance along with the playback from other tracks Model X 34 Owner s Manual Fostex 15 Step on the foot switch again at the point you wish to punch out The REC indicator again begins to flash fast The recording mode will be canceled and all tracks will be in the playback mode 16 Upon completing the punch in press the STOP button to stop the transport rewind the tape and listen to the results of your performance lt NOTE gt Skill is required to match the newly replaced sound level to the pre re
29. e left and right output balance and the channel EQ knobs to adjust tonal color Adjust the overall output level using the MASTER fader Adjust the recording level on the master recorder so that its level meter indicates the optimum level Model X 34 Owners Manual Fostex Final Mixdown lt Note gt There are no fixed rules for determining the playback F sound image position of each track using the PAN knob 11 First place the master recorder in record mode at mixdown then press the PLAY button on the X 34 This is where your creativity comes in Try for a sound PRSE that pleases you 12 When you finish the mixdown stop both the X 34 and the master recorder 9 You can adjust the headphone or monitor speaker volume using the MONITOR knob 10 When you finish making these settings rewind the tape to the beginning Advanced Operation In the Basic Operation section you learned about the X 34 s basic recording playback and multitrack recording capabilities This section explains Punch in out recording Ping pong recording Tape sync and How to use the effects Punch In Out Recording Punching in and out refers to recording over a section of an already recorded tape You can use this technique to fix mistakes or improve previously recorded takes Also you can use the X 34 s rehearsal mode to practice and adjust the recording level and the punch in out timing before you
30. e low or high temperatures or subject to extreme changes in temperature Locations with excessive moisture or dust Locations subject to direct sunlight for an extended period of time or near a stove or other source of heat Locations subject to fluctuations in electrical voltage Unstable locations or locations subject to heavy vibration Near strong magnetic fields e g on top of a television or speaker Fostex Model X 34 Owner s Manual Cautions for Using the X 34 Ifa monitor speaker with an internal amplifier is connected to the MONITOR OUT jacks do not advance the monitor speaker volume control or the X 34 MON MIX AUX knobs Doing so could generate a loud noise from the speaker or headphone and damage your hearing When plugging external equipment into the X 34 input jack or headphone jack always switch off the power to the X 34 When using an external mic do not bring it close to the monitor speaker while the INPUT faders MON MIX AUX knobs and MONITOR knob are raised and the track is selected for recording Doing so will generate feedback Do not apply the LINE OUT jack signals to the mic input or line input jacks e g directly connecting the LINE OUT jack to the input jack The resulting oscillation could hurt your ears if you are monitoring with headphones Be sure to use the AC adapter included with the X 34 Should an adapter with a different voltage or wrong plug polari
31. ear recorded tapes Block Diagram INPUT1 CE 2BAND EO mi 7 wre oy AAA gall lS recom ae potensine pa EHI TRKI el INPUT2 FADER 2BAND E ll ae or PHONES OUT XE gt DE onl le Lz ne J o L MONITOR OUT tie EE es il AUXIMONMIX LEVEL D l gt AUX SEND rete alls SL bn ly am ZS E ee Tim ER meta 5DOT BARGRAPH ope FF gall Lro 4 Ml k O 1 3 STEREO RETURN L MONO RTN LEVEL R Specifications MIC INPUT x 2 Connector Input impedance Reference input level LINE INSERT x 4 XLR type connector Balanced 6 PHONE jack Unbalanced 10kQ or higher 1 50 10dBV When using the LINE IN jack Connector Input impedance Reference input level 6 PHONE jack 10kQ or higher 10dBV When using the INSERT jack Connector AUX RTN L MONO R Connector Input impedance Reference input level LINE OUT L R Connector Output load impedance Reference output level TAPE OUT x 4 Connector Output load impedance Reference output level PHONES Connector Output load impedance Maximum output AUX SEND Connector Output load impedance Reference output level MONITOR OUT L R Connector Output load impedance Reference output level 6 STEREO PHONE jack Tip Return Ring Send 6 PHONE jack 7kQ_ or higher 20dBV RCA pin jack 10kQ_ or higher 10dBV RCA pin jack 10kQ or higher 10dBV 6 STEREO PHONE jack 16 Q or
32. ecommended by the manufacturer LAC _ An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care Quick stops excessive force and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn 7 Wall or Ceiling Mounting The appliance should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer 8 Ventilation The appliance should be situated so that its location or position dose not interfere with its proper ventilation For example the appliance should not be situated on a bed sofa rug or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings or placed in a built in installation such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT FULLY INSERT ATTENTION POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU AU FOND The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance servicing instructions in the literature accompanyin
33. es not restore the sound quality it is possible that the head is worn Contact an authorized service station for repair Capstan and pinch roller The capstan and pinch roller are important components that hold the tape and move it along at the correct speed As with the head these parts can also become dirty with oxide residue and dust which will cause increased wow or flutter or even damage the tape by pulling it out of the cassette Since cassette tape is very thin it is especially dangerous to use a cassette deck with dirty pinch rollers As with the head it is important to always keep these parts clean Clean them using a cotton swab or gauze soaked in cleaning solution or isopropyl alcohol Never use organic solvents such as lacquer thinner since this will severely damage the pinch rollers 3 Demagnetizing the head After long periods of use the head begins to develop a magnetic field in addition to the oxide residue described above This can also occur if a magnet or a magnetized object scissors etc is allowed to come near the head or touch it If the head or capstans become magnetized frequency response will be degraded and noise will increase In extreme cases noise can be generated when you play previously recorded tapes rendering them useless Once a month or so you should use a demagnetizer head eraser to demagnetize the head Carefully read and follow the instructions included with your demagnetizer and do not allow it to came n
34. ffects processor in line between the AUX SEND and AUX RTN connectors on the rear panel The MON MIX AUX knobs are used to adjust the amount of signal sent to the effects processor The processed signals are returned to the X 34 via the AUX RTN connectors and mixed with the dry no effect sound After adjusting the balance between the dry and wet sounds using the AUX RTN knob you can mix down to a connected master recorder You can also perform effect processing by connecting different effects such as a compressor limiter noise gate etc to the LINE IN INSERT jacks on the front panel during recording Choose the approach that suits your project Using the AUX SEND and AUX RTN connectors to apply effects at mixdown In this example while mixing the sound sources recorded on tracks 1 4 and copying dubbing the mix to a master recorder you apply effects to the desired track In this example reverb is applied to tracks 2 and 4 Be aware that if you want to add effects to individual tracks you must add them during the mixdown process You will be able to add an effect to the entire recording later if you wish However you will not be able to add an effect to a specific track individual tracks will be inaccessible mm Eoo LO i Master Recorder Effects Processor LINE OUT R L AUX RTN R_ L_ AUX SEND ro o
35. g the appliance Heat The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other appliances including amplifiers that produce heat Power Sources The appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance Grounding or Polarization The precautions that should be taken so that the grounding or polarization means of an appliance is not defeated Power Cord Protection Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them paying particular attention to cords at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the appliance Cleaning The appliance should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer Nonuse Periods The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time Object and Liquid Entry Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings Damage Requiring Service The appliance should be serviced by qualified service personnel when A The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged or B Objects have fallen or liquid has been spilled into the appliance or C The appliance has been exposed to rain or D The appliance does not appear to o
36. hts up e TRIMAIS TRIM a Set the TRIM knobs to the MIM position ant Set all EQ knobs to center 0 Lower all MON MIX AUX A Knobs to 0 Set all PAN ws a Q center 3 Deselect all recording I s0 20 tracks 2 H Center the pich control knob Turn off the NORMAL FIX switch The NOR MAL FIX indicator turns off G Reset the counter to 000 c a mutttrackerX 34 FOSTEX Fe REC PLAY REW FF STOP PAUSE b gt a oo Lower all faders Switch off Track Down mode o the minimum The Track Down indicator turns off Switch off Auto Bounce mode 10 Fostex Model X 34 Owner s Manual Remember the following before you start to record The X 34 includes jacks or connectors for musical instrument and mic inputs on the front and rear panels The functions of these input jacks or connectors are explained below Front panel LINE IN INSERT jack Normally a line level sound source with a 1 4 type plug is connected here You cannot plug in a microphone here Signals applied to each input jack are recorded on the track selected by the corresponding REC TRK switch Therefore by connecting four different sound sources to these LINE IN INSERT jack
37. nd image using the channel 1 PAN knob lt Note gt If you had selected a track other than track 1 as the recording destination use the MON MIX AUX knob and PAN knob of the corresponding track channel For example if the sound source is input at LINE IN INSERT 1 and to be recorded to track 2 use the MON MIX AUX knob and the PAN knob on channel 2 12 After adjusting the recording level and tone press the REC button the PLAY button will also depress to start recording The REC indicator lights up in red 13 When you finish recording press the STOP button Recording will be canceled the REC indicator turns off 14 Press REC TRK switch 1 repeatedly to turn off the record track indicator 15 Press the REW button and rewind the tape to counter 000 Try recording on tracks 2 4 in the same way Model X 34 Owner s Manual Fostex 13 14 Fost Model X 34 Owner s Manual Basic Recording 2 Recording with the rear panel MIC IN jack This section describes how to record a vocal on track 1 by plugging a microphone into the rear panel MIC IN jack 1 3 Before proceeding to the next step remember to reset the X 34 to its initial settings See page 9 Also make sure that the Track Down indicator is turned off LIMON AUXSEND MOAB RTh 10 Ee y R MONITOR OUT eR LINE ou The MON MIX indicator lights up
38. nob functions as a MON MIX control 14 Track down on off button Track Down Pressing this button switches Track Down mode on and off When Track Down mode is switched on the Track Down indicator lights up When Track Down mode is switched off the Track Down indicator turns off To select a recording track or perform Auto Bounce ping pong you need to cancel Track Down mode 15 Track Down indicator The green Track Down indicator lights up when Track Down mode is on When you turn on the power to the X 34 Track Down mode is automatically engaged 16 Auto bounce select button Auto Bounce When Track Down mode is off press this button to engage Auto Bounce mode and select a ping pong destination track This button is disabled when Track Down mode is on Pressing this button repeatedly selects a track in the following order 1 gt 2 gt 3 gt 4 gt OFF gt 1 lt Note gt You cannot cancel ping pong recording by pressing the Auto Bounce button once the process has started 17 Level meters These five dot indicator meters indicate the recording playback level During recording the optimum level is 0 3 on this meter 18 Dolby B noise reduction indicator NR This indicator lights up in green when you turn on the DOLBY NR switch on the rear panel 19 Record indicator REC This indicator lights up in red when the X 34 is placed in record mode It also flashes in Punch in out rehearsal mode 2
39. nplugging the AC adapter from an outlet be sure to grasp the adapter Attempting to unplug it by pulling on the AC cable may damage the wiring Itis dangerous to use any power cable that is cut or frayed If the power cable is damaged immediately stop using it and have the unit repaired Do not plug in or unplug the AC adapter with wet hands Doing so may result in dangerous electrical shock Do not open the unit or touch any parts inside Doing so may result in a dangerous electrical shock and may damage the unit Do not let water or other liquids flammable materials or metal objects such as pins get inside the unit These items may cause electrical shock or short circuit the X 34 and damage it If the X 34 should become wet unplug the AC adapter from the AC outlet and contact your authorized service station When turning the power on turn the X 34 on first before turning on any connected equipment Doing so will avoid damaging to the other equipment Also when connecting or disconnecting cables to or from the X 34 s input or output jacks set all faders to 0 When the AC adapter is connected to an AC outlet it will continue to draw a small amount of power even if the switch is set to off STANDBY If you will not be using the X 34 for an extended period of time be sure to unplug the AC adapter from the outlet Location Avoid using the X 34 in the following locations Locations of extrem
40. o track 4 Troubleshooting Model X 34 Owner s Manual Fostex Problem Points to check Action Wow flutter or dropouts Are the capstan and pinch roller dirty Clean them Is the tape damaged Use a new high quality tape MIDI clock w Q 3 Sound quality and level Is the head dirty Clean the head significantly different from A z F 7 S when recorded Are you using a tape other than a high Use a high position tape Type 2 8 position tape No sound from the headphones Are the MON MIX AUX knobs for each track Raise the knobs to the desired level or monitor speakers and the MONITOR knob raised sufficiently Unable to record on the Have you selected the correct track using the Check the input connection and recording desired track REC TRK switch track selection Refer to pages xxx and xxx RS Unable to ping pong record Have you specified the ping pong destination Specify the destination track for ping pong iS track using the Auto Bounce button recording using the Auto Bounce button 5 Unable to select a recording Is the Track Down button turned on Make sure the Track Down mode is turned track using the REC TRK off If not press the Track Down button to 8 switch turn off the Track Down indicator Unable to apply effects during Are the channel fader MON MIX AUX knobs Raise the channel fader MON MIX AUX mixdown and AUX RTN knob raised knobs and
41. ocessed signals using the AUX RTN knobs on the top panel Monitor Out jacks MONITOR OUT L R Connect monitoring speakers and an amplifier or powered speakers here to monitor the sound These 1 4 jacks output the same signals as the PHONES jack Use the MONITOR knob on the top panel to adjust the monitoring level Line out jacks LINE OUT L R These RCA pin jacks are connected to the master recorder input connectors L R for mixdown Adjust the output level using the MASTER fader 6 Tape out jack TAPE OUT 1 2 3 4 Signals from tracks 1 4 are output from these RCA pin jacks These outputs can be sent to external mixers In addition TAPE OUT 4 can also be used as the SYNC OUT jack to send the sync signal from the tape to an external MIDI sequencer Dolby B noise reduction on off switch DOLBY NR ON OFF This switch turns on Dolby B noise reduction For high quality recording and playback we recommended Dolby B If a tape recorded with Dolby B noise reduction is played back set this switch to ON This switch is disabled when the NORMAL FIX indicator is lit Dolby setting turns off automatically when the NORMAL FIX indicator lights up Power switch ON STANDBY This switch turns on the power to the X 34 Even when this is switched off STANDBY a small amount of current continues to flow through the X 34 Therefore if the X 34 is not going to be used for a long period of time disconnec
42. onverter to the LINE IN INSERT 4 jack of the X 34 and connect a MIDI sequencer to the MIDI FSK converter via MIDI 2 Press the REC TRK 4 switch to select track 4 for recording 3 Start playing the sequencer and adjust the recording level of sync signal using the channel 4 fader 4 Stop the sequencer Press the REC button on the X 34 to start recording on track 4 6 Start playing the MIDI sequencer The sync signal will be recorded on track 4 It is recommended that you record the sync signal for a duration that exceeds the song You cannot extend the sync signal recording later lt Tape Sync connection example gt Record other musical instruments first then synchronize the MIDI sound source with the recordings to mix down the sound via the mixing console as shown below MIDI i FSK Converter FSK signal TAPE OUT 4 AUX SEND 9 O79 Master Recorder Mixing Console e g Fostex MN04 MIDI Sound Source LMONO T R LR AUX TN MONITOR ouf LINE ouT woeeron mutitrackerX 34 FOSTEX FF sTop PAUSE Soo oc Before starting mixdown lower the channel 4 fader to the minimum level and de select all recording tracks Model X 34 Owner s Manual Fostex Applying Effects You may apply effects to the X 34 signals during mixdown by connecting an external e
43. oy j 2 Line nuinsear 3 3 MSIE ey o gt Ii lt a D gt il i oo Headphones 5 Use the MONITOR knob to adjust the overall monitor volume 1 Rewind the tape to counter 000 Switch ON the Dolby B noise reduction switch 3 Press the PLAY button to play back the tape The MON MIX indicator rights up 4 Gradually turn the MON MIX AUX knobs for each channel to adjust the output of each track Adjust the PAN knobs for each channel to achieve the proper stereo image lt Note gt If you monitor with headphones for several hours do not raise the MONITOR knob too high Otherwise you could damage your hearing Take a break occasionally to give your ears a rest You can also use Track Down mode to play back the recording Refer to page 18 for more information 15 Fostex Model X 34 Owner s Manual Multitrack Recording You should now have a good understanding of the basic recording and playback operation of the X 34 Now let s try the X 34 s multitrack recording functions The following sections explain overdubbing which is a fundamental function in multitrack recording and also the mixdown process in which the sound recorded to four tracks is mixed and copied dubbed to a master recorder Overdubbing Overdubbing is a process that enables you to layer recorded sounds This technique involves listening to monitoring a previously recorded track while recording new performance to
44. perate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance or E The appliance has been dropped or the enclosure damaged Servicing The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the operating instructions All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel Thank you for purchasing the Fostex Model X 34 multitracker Model X 34 Owner s Manual Fostex The X 34 is a four track four channel cassette tape recorder that features four line inputs plus two inputs that accept a range of inputs from line level to mic level Each channel module is equipped with a two band EQ for superior sound quality The X 34 also provides flexible elements such as the AUX send return connectors for applying desired external effects and the recording track select switches that enable you to specify any track as the recording destination A speed of 9 5cm s and Dolby B type noise reduction ensure high quality recording In particular the exclusive Fostex Auto Bounce function makes ping pong recording a breeze The X 34 contains a Rehearsal mode which is convenient for punching in and out You can practice until you are ready to record Please read this owner s manual thoroughly before using the X 34 to make the best use of its features and extend the useful life of the unit Table of Contents Precautions please read before use Ne Cautions for Using the X 34 Before Using the X
45. rective on approximation of member nation s ordinance concerning electric equipment designed to be used within the specified voltage range The Affect of Immunity on This Equipment on this equipment are as shown below The affect of the European specification EN50082 1 coexistence of electromagnetic waves common immunity specification affected by generation of noise in some cases In the electrical fast transient burst requirements surge conducted disturbances by radio frequency fields power frequency magnetic field radiated electromagnetic field requirements and static electricity discharging environment this could be FOSTEX DISTRIBUTORS LIST IN EUROPE Including non EU countries underlined contracted distributors as of August 2000 lt AUSTRIA gt NAME ATEC Audio u Videogeraete VertriebsgesmbH ADD Im Winkel 5 A 2325 Velm Austria TEL 43 2234 74004 FAX 43 2234 74074 lt BELGIUM gt NAME EML Sound Industries NV ADD Bijvennestraat 1A B3500 Hasselt Belgium TEL 32 11 232355 FAX 32 11 232172 lt DENMARK gt NAME SC Sound ApS ADD Malervej 2 DK 2630 Taastrup Denmark TEL 45 4399 8877 FAX 45 4399 8077 lt FINLAND gt NAME Noretron Oy Audio ADD P O Box 22 FIN 02631 Espoo Finland TEL 358 9 5259330 FAX 358 9 52593352 lt FRANCE gt NAME Musikengro ADD ZAC de Folliouses B P 609 01706 Les Echets France TEL 33 472 26
46. s you can record up to four tracks simultaneously These jacks can also serve as an insert point For example you can connect various effects here such as a compressor for a mic input to a rear panel jack These jacks are used as insert points only for sound sources input to the rear panel jack or XLR For information on connecting effects refer to page 25 REC TRK switch Sound source A on the track specified by REC TRK switch 1 Sound source B on the track specified by REC TRK switch 2 Sound source C on the track specified by REC TRK switch 3 REC TRK switch gt Sound source D on the track 4 specified by REC TRK switch 4 REC TRK switch REC TRK switch CHANNEL Sound source A Sound source B Sound source C Sound source D Rear panel MIC IN 1 3 2 4 jack Microphones are generally plugged in here Use the trim knob provided for each input to adjust the input level to match the output level of the connected sound source The Trim knobs attenuate the input level to accommodate inputs ranging from mic to line level Both 1 4 jacks and XLR connectors are provided allowing for many types of sound sources However remember that priority is given to the 1 4 jack If it is being used the REC TRK switch Sound source A on the track specified by REC TRK switch 4 Sound source B on the track specified by REC TRK switch
47. se faders refer to the Basic Recording and Basic Playback Procedure sections Master fader MASTER This fader controls the output level from LINE OUT Land R Record track select switch REC TRK This switch is used to select recording tracks Press the switch repeatedly to select the desired track The track indicator red of the selected track lights up to indicate that this track is REC READY To cancel the track selection press the switch repeatedly until none of the track indicators are lit lt Note gt When the Track Down button is ON the REC TRK switches are disabled Also if the Auto Bounce button or Track Down button is switched on and off while any one REC TRK switch is set to REC READY state the selected REC TRK switch will be canceled In this case reselect the recording track using the REC TRK switch 4 Record track indicator This indicator lights up in red to indicate that the track is in the REC READY mode when you press the REC TRK switch FF STOP PAUSE o jf Auto bounce indicator This lights up in green when you press the Auto Bounce button indicating that the corresponding track is selected as the auto bounce destination Pan pot knob PAN When the AUX indicator is lit use these knobs to adjust the stereo imaging of channel signals routed to the INPUT faders When the MON MIX indicator is lit use these knobs to control the stereo imaging of each
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49. side A and side B of a cassette tape that you have already recorded since the X 34 uses all four tracks at the same time If you later wish to record data on a tape with broken tabs apply a piece of scotch tape to cover the tab hole Tee oS 5 EDENES Q Write protection tab lt Rehearsal Mode gt The Fostex X 34 contains a rehearsal mode which is convenient for Punch in recording The rehearsal mode lets you practice the timing for punching in and out and adjust the recording level by going through the punch in out take operation without entering recording mode Connecting an optional foot switch Model 8051 to the PUNCH IN OUT jack selecting a punch in track and pressing the PLAY button puts the X 34 in Rehearsal mode Using this function you can practice any number of times before the actual take For details refer to Punch in out on page 19 Model X 34 Owner s Manual fostex Names and Functions lt Top Panel gt 9 11101213 17 21 1 Input playback level control faders These faders have two functions One function controls the recording level Input levels applied to the INPUT jacks front or rear are controlled by this knob The other function controls the tape playback level of each track For more information on using the
50. t the AC adapter from the wall socket DC IN connector DC IN 12V Plug in the exclusive AC adapter packaged with X 34 here 10 Punch in out jack PUNCH IN OUT Plug in the optional Foot Switch Model 8051 for punching in and out or rehearsal here Model X 34 Owner s Manual Fostex Basic Operation Let s Record Initial mode after the X 34 is powered on When you connect the AC adapter and turn on the power to the X 34 it automatically engages Track Down mode and the Track Down indicator lights up as shown below Please refer to the following Initial setup of the X 34 section to reset the X 34 before you proceed to the next session For information on Track Down mode refer to page 18 na OG These two indicators light up Initial setup of the X 34 After you complete a recording session reset all knobs and switches on the X 34 to their initial settings before proceeding This will help you avoid unexpected problems related to switch and knob settings being unsuitable for the next recording In this manual this state will be called the initial setting The control panel switches and knobs should be set as shown below Always return to this initial setting before proceeding to the next recording session Set the AUX RTN and This indicator MONITOR knobs to lights up the 0 position LMONO auxseno km This indicator lig
51. t the Track Down indicator is turned off O Ema oooo Monitor speakers Master Recorder LMONO AUXSEND ADx RT anion ouf ue ouf eL lesan WIDE PITCH 6 Track Down indicator turns off mutitrackerX 34 FOSTEX FF STOP PAUSE AoE J master recorder so that the master recorder level meters will respond Because master recorders from 7 3 11 6 11 Headphones 1 Connect the X 34 LINE OUT L R jacks to the master recorder inputs L R 2 Inserta tape in the master recorder and wind 6 the tape to its start point 3 Make sure that the overdubbed tape is inserted in the X 34 and wind to the beginning of the recorded tracks 7 4 Switch ON Dolby B noise reduction Adjust the Output Level Recording Level 5 Set master recorder to record standby Typically you will press the PAUSE button on the P 10 12 different manufacturers work differently please refer to the operating manual for the master recorder Press the X 34 Track Down button then the PLAY button to play the tape from the beginning The Track Down indicator lights up Use the channel faders to adjust the output level of each track the level balance between tracks and use the channel PAN knobs to adjust th
52. ty be used it could cause a fire or severely damage the X 34 Before Using the X 34 lt The difference between multitracker recording and cassette deck recording gt A stereo cassette deck allows for stereo recording on sides A and B of a cassette tape As shown in the figure below a cassette tape is divided into four tracks two for side A two for side B On the other hand a multitracker such as the X 34 records to all four tracks on the same side of the tape If you record something on the multitracker and play the tape on a cassette deck Tracks I and 2 will play normally but when you try to play the other side of tape Tracks 3 and 4 will play in reverse Stereo cassette deck X 34 A E SENTE AS oN a iGo HO tens U gt wI Pea you R ch iri Aside lt Handling cassette tapes gt Cassette tape suitable for recording The X 34 performs best with a high position cassette tape TYPE II HIGH We recommend that you use these types or equivalent tapes for multitrack recording C 120 tapes 60 minutes each side are thin and not suitable for repeated recording or playback Use C 90 or shorter tapes for good performance Using write protection tabs On the edge of a cassette tape are write protection tabs that are used to prevent recorded data from being accidentally erased You may want to break off the tab for
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