Brenell MINI 8 - Recording; Recording Preparation; Setting Record Level; Channel Record Selection

6. RECORDING
6.1 Load a tape as described in section 4.
6.2 Apply the signal(s) to be recorded at the appropriate input jacks on
the rear panel
6.3 Adjust the line-in level control such that the modulation peaks of the
input signal do not exceed the OVU level (i.e. enter the red area)
Note: Correct setting of the record level is essential to produce best possible
recording. Too low a level will mean that the residual noise of the tape and
amplifier will become apparent and too high a level, caused by continuous over-
modulation or extreme transient peaks, will cause distortion. Noise and dis 
tortion are both to a large extent dependent upon the type of tape used and
itwill be found that certain tapes have a low noise level and can be under
driven more than others (see fig. 6a). Experimentation with the level control
whilst monitoring the recorded signal will help to determine the limits. It
is especially important if recorded material is to be transferred from tape
to tape (or track to track) that the maximum possible recording level be
achieved, before distortion, to minimise the additive effects of noise, i.e.
keep the noise well below the wanted signal level.
Use of a tape other than that originally specified will require realignment
as per Appendix DA
6.4 Set the channel ( recorg ) switch(s) to ON - red lamp(s) on channel(s) will
flash indicating standby.
Relation of noise to recording tape
Refilir tipi Law Mist tapa
Level meter reading Saturaron point of tape
Dynamic Range
Residual noise of
tape and amplifier
Distortion
The inherent noise level is low
in the tape itself of a low noise
tape compared to conventional
standard types and moreover,
since the saturation point is
slightly higher, the recording
level can thus be raised by the
same amount.
( PLRV)
6.5 Start the recorder by pressing |ST ART*} and ¡RECORD} simultaneously. The
red lamp on the tape deck will light toHindicate that the machine is recording
the red lamp(s) on the selected channel(s) will stay continuously illuminated.
6.6 The input signal can be monitored with the ^Line-ou^ switch in the line
position. The recorded (tape) signal can be monitored at any time with ths
line out switch in the Replay position. Adjustment of the line-out ^eve^
control does not affect the level of the signal recorded or the reading on the
VU meters.