Denon DR-M11 - Proper Recording Level; Guideline for Maximum Recording Level; Meter Reading Difference Between L and R Channels

PROPER RECORDING LEVEL
A too high recording level can saturate the tape and cause distortion. On the other hand,
if
recording
levels
are
set
too
low,
soft
passages
will
be
marked
by
residual
noise.
Proper
recording
level
is
the
single
most
important
factor
for
making
well
balanced
recordings.
™
The
tape
select
indicators—NORMAL,
CrO2,
and
METAL—provide
guidelines
for
the
maximum
allowable
recording
levels
for
each
tape
type.
Adjust
the
INPUT
LEVEL
controls
while
checking
the
FL
PEAK
METER.
Guideline for maximum recording level
Normal
tape
+1
dB
levels
on
peaks
CrOz
tape
+3
dB
levels
on
peaks
Note:
Optimum
recording
levels
can
differ
depending
On program
sources
or the type of tape used.
We recommend
to made the trial recordings.
Metal
tape
+5
dB
levels
on
peaks
m Meter reading difference between L and R channels
The left and right channel readings of the FL PEAK METER can differ due to variations in
input signal levels. In such cases, adjust the individual channels of the INPUT LEVEL controls
until identical meter readings are obtained for both channels.
RECORDING
BIAS
ADJUSTMENT
For best recording results, monitoring during the recording process and comparing various
recordings using your own judgement are essential.
The DR-M11 is equipped with a bias fine adjustment control to assist you in setting the
proper
bias
for
different
types
and
brands
of
recording
tape.
At
the
center-stop
position,
the deck is set for a reference bias level for CrOz and NORMAL tapes. If the resulting
recording in this position has too much or too little high frequency content, varying the bias
fine
adjustment
control
can
be
useful
to
achieve
better
results.
If the high frequencies (treble sounds) are to be boosted, turn the bias control counterclock-
wise to decrease bias current. If distortion is of more concern than high frequency response,
turn the control clockwise to increase bias current. By the use of this control, you can
record tapes with response that matches your personal listening tastes.
BIAS
FINE
ADJ
Counterclockwise
Clockwise
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OUTPUT LEVEL (dB)
FREQUENCY
(Hz)
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