Fostex A-2 - Page 8

REMOTE CONTROL CONNECTION
The optional Model 8030 Remote Control Unit plugs into the
multi-pin connector on the А-2 rear panel. This hand-held
unit
provides
remote
control
of
transport
functions
(RECORD,
STOP,
PLAY,
F.
FWD,
REWIND,
ZERO
RETURN).
The
func-
tions
served
by
each
connector
pin
are
shown
in
Figure
4.
Figure 4. A-2 Remote connector pin assignment.
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8030 REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
REMOTE PUNCH-IN SWITCHING
A
standard
phone
jack
accepts
the
cable
from
the
remote
punch-in
foot
switch.
As
an
alternative
to
the
foot
switch,
a
convenient
panel-mounted
or
hand-held
switch
can
be
con-
structed.
Some
people
like
to
build
such
switches
into
the
mixer;
the
optional
remote
control
unit
is
ideal,
since
it
also
contains
full
transport
control
capability.
However,
in
the
absence
of
the
remote
control
unit,
а
low-
cost
remote
punch-in
switch
can
be
constructed
using
any
good
quality
alternate-action
SPST
pushbutton
(latching
type
switch).
Wire
it
to
a
standard
1/4"
tipsleeve
phone
plug
as
shown
in
Figure
5,
and
plug
it
into
the
A-2
foot
switch
jack.
А
non-illuminated
indicator-type
pushbutton
may
be
used,
although
when
the
recorder
із
visible
its
LEDs
continue
to
confirm
the
record/record
ready
status.
Figure
5.
Schematic
for
a
panel
mounted
remote
punch-in
switch.
1.4" PHONE JACK
ОТР
Sleeve
8050 FOOT SWITCH
AC CONNECTIONS
Before plugging the recorder into an AC outlet, make sure the
voltage and frequency are correct. It is usually a good idea to
connect the mixer and the recorder to the same AC outlet, or
at least the same leg of the AC service, as this minimizes any
potential difference between chassis grounds in the equip-
ment and thus minimizes hum. This is especially important if
the mixer and recorder both have grounded (3-prong) AC
cords.
PLACEMENT AND MOUNTING
CONSIDERATIONS
The A-2 can be operated in a vertical, horizontal or tilted posi-
tion. Be sure that it is firmly supported, however, and that
adequate ventilation space is provided. Also, be sure there is
adequate clearance for the larger tape reels.