Fostex G24S Owner's Manual

INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the Fostex Model G24S/16S multitrack recorder.
The G24S/16S combines Fostex legendary reliability with the most up to date automation features. Please read this
manual carefully before operation to obtain maximum results. We at Fostex have tried to create a “ user friendly"
machine as well as one whose functions and parameters offer unparalleled flexibility. With proper care and handling
the G24S/16S will give you many years of top performance. If you have any questions or comments please contact
your nearest Fostex authorized service center. Our technicians will be happy to be of service. Although this manual
is written for G24S the basic differences between these two recorders are only on tape specifications and number of
channels while other functions, etc. are the same. Points of diffemces are written inside () which are extracts from
the G16S Owners Manual.
MAJOR FEATURES
• The G24S(G16S) is a 1(1/2)inch, 38cfn/sec (15ips) 24(16) -track multichannel recorder featuring a variety of automated
functions.
• A high degree of noise reduction and superior sound quality are presented by the Dolby S system employed for ihe first time. All
tracks OMOFF or track 24(16) only OFF settings available.
Refer to page 2 for further information.
• Operability has been improved by providing a control panel which can change angles or be completely detached enabling you to
have fingertip control of the G24S/G16S from your console location.
• Employment of the spot erase function allows you to erase items such as click noises by using the jog shuttle in the cueing edit
function.
• The G24S/G16S contains a memory of 10 cue points; Ideal for recalling data in one simple process.
* Shuttle repeat (repeated playback) is another convenience that uses the auto return function in conjunction with the auto play
function.
’ The G24S/G16S has a built-in ±12% pitch control function with the current tape speed indicated on the display.
• Location memory function automatically memorizes the last point of locate operation, (separately from the cue memory),
allowing you to work more quickly and efficiently.
• The zone limit function can be used to prevent the tape from being completely wound off the reel. The G24S/G16S displays the
remaining tape time even in the play mode, making it possible to manage ihe end zone more accurately.
• The G24S/G16S has bargraph level meters which can display four mode settings such as peak hold, "zooming ’ to OdB, etc.
Synchronizer card 8330. Optional Installation of this card enables the recorder to do sophisticated synchronization, slave/master
functions with other recorders,
CAUTION-1
Full attention should be paid to ventilation as heat sinks are located on th top side of G24S/G16S, and G24S in particular,
generate quite an amount of heat.
Do not place anything on the top side.
Always maintain more than 10 centimeters of space above and around the top side.
CAUTION-2 (G24S)
Model G24S, when shipped from the plant, has the two front feet on the bottom side installed for flat operation of the recorder
(the feet are not protruding beyond the front panel). In such a direction of installation, the recorder will not stand firmly when
placed upright (vertical attitude) and is extremely dangerous. If you must operate it tn an upright position, be sure to
unscrew the two front feet and reverse their mounting direction so that they extend beyond the front panel plane as
shown In the drawing below.
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Fostex G24S Specifications

General

Brand	Fostex
Model	G24S
Category	Measuring Instruments
Language	English