Fostex 450 - Section 10 Specifications; Section 11 Bibliography

SECTION 10 SPECIFICATIONS
INPUT (X8)
Mic Impedance
Input impedance
Nominal input level
Minimum input level
Maximum input level
TAPE INPUT (X8)
AUX 1 and AUX 2 OUT (X2)
Output load impedance
Nominal output level
Maximum output level
MONITOR OUT (X2)
Output load impedance
Nominal output level
Maximum output level
lOKft or less
TOKO balanced XLR connector
and 40KH unbalanced phone jack
Mic: —60dBV (ImV)
Line: -20dBV(0.1V)
—70dBV (0.3mV)
+15dBV (5.6V)
HEADPHONE OUTPUT (Stereo)
Load impedance
Maximum output
FREQUENCY RESPONSE
Mic in
Line in
Headphone
ACCESS SEND
Output load impedance
Nominal output level
Maximum output level
EQUIVALENT INPUT NOISE
OVERALL SIGNAL TO NOISE
One mic input
8 mic inputs
One line input
8 line inputs
PARAMETRIC EQUALIZER
CROSSTALK
T.H.D. (overall)
FADER ATTENUATION
POWER REQUIREMENTS
8n~4on
10OmW at 8n~40ft
20Hz~20kHz, +1/-2dB
20Hz~20kHz, ±1dB
80Hz~20kHz, ±2dB
lOKfl or higher
—lOdBV (0.3V)
+15dBV (5.6V)
-126d8 weighted
—124dB unweighted (20Hz~20kHz)
65dB weighted, 63dB unweighted
56dB weighted, 54dB unweighted
85dB weighted, 82dB unweighted
75dB weighted, 72dB unweighted
60Hz~1 kHz, ±15dB
400Hz~6kHz, ±15dB
10kHz ±15dB
60dB at 1 kHz
0.05% at 1kHz nominal level
70dB or more at 1kHz
120V AC, 60Hz. 20W
(U.S.A./Canadian model)
220V AC, 50Hz, 20W
(European model)
240V AC, 50Hz, 20W
(UK/Australian model)
Input impedance
i0Kn
Nominal input level
—lOdBV (0.3V)
Minimum input ievel
—20dBV (0.1V)
Maximum input level +25dBV (17.8V)
4 CHAN BUSS IN (X4)
Input impedance
10KO
Nominal input level — lOdBV (0.3V)
Maximum input level
+25dBV (18V)
AUX 1 BUSS IN and AUX 2 BUSS IN (X2)
Input impedance 20KH
Nominal input level -10dBV(0.3V)
Maximum input level +15dBV (5.6V)
4 CHAN BUSS OUT (X4)/STEREO OUT
Output load impedance
Nominal output level
Maximum output level
10KH or higher
—lOdBV (0.3V)
+15dBV (56V)
10KH or higher
—lOdBV (0.3V)
+15dBV (5.6V)
lOKfi or higher
—lOdBV (0.3V)
-MOdBV (3V)
Fostex reserves the right to change specifications without notice.
‘220-240V AC, 50Hz available outside U.S.A.
section ii BIBLIOGRAPHY
For more information about multitrack recording techniques
and creative sound in general, we recommend the following:
A. Modern Recording Techniques: An authoritative introduc¬
tion to modern recording studio technique, from the humblest
setup right through to 24 track installations. Published by
Howard W. Sams & Co., available through the Recording
Institute of America Inc. 15 Columbus Circle, New York, New
York 10023. U.S.A.
B. Various publications both constructional and theory,
including “Setting Up and Using a Multi-channel Studio” #781
from: TAB Books, Blue Ridge Summit, PA 17214. U.SA
A Last Few Words.
As you have seen from this manual, the Model 450 is an
extremely versatile mixing console. It has been designed to
work specifically with other Fostex brand equipment and
accessories, and is compatible with most other recording
equipment. If you have any doubt about use and application, or
compatibility with other equipment, check with your local dealer
or Fostex Representative.
At Fostex we are ready to help you with any operational or
technical difficulties that you may have, and we welcome any
comments or suggestions. If you have found any new creative
ways with the Mode! 450 please let us know.
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