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Fostex MR-8 User Manual

Fostex MR-8
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Owner’s Manual
Digital Multitracker
8588 018 100 (376785)

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Fostex MR-8 Specifications

General IconGeneral
CategoryDigital Multitrack Recorder
Audio Tracks8
Maximum Sample Rate44.1 kHz
Bit Depth16-bit
MIDI SupportNo
PlatformHardware
File FormatWAV
EffectsReverb
CompatibilityWindows, Mac (via USB)

Summary

Introduction

MR-8 Main Features

Key features of the Fostex MR-8 digital multitracker.

About Power Supply

Information regarding power sources and precautions for the MR-8.

The Basics of the MR-8

Recording Method

Explains audio recording to CompactFlash card and ABS time reference.

Top Panel Controls - Left Section

Input Connectors

Describes Input A and B connectors (XLR and phone jacks).

Top Panel Controls - Left Section Continued

Effect Controls

Reverb/Delay time, Effect type selection, and Effect Send.

Faders and Monitoring Controls

Master fader, track faders, REC SELECT, and input monitoring controls.

Signal Processing Controls

PAN, INSERT effects, DISTORTION, and TRIM controls.

Top Panel Controls - Right Section

Stereo WAV File Conversion Key

Converts tracks 7/8 to a stereo WAV file.

Navigation and Menu Keys

CURSOR, STORE, ENTER, MENU keys for operation and settings.

Top Panel Controls - Right Section Continued

Transport Keys

PLAY, STOP, RECORD, REWIND, F FWD keys for playback and recording.

Counter and Locate Keys

Counter reset, zero return, LOCATE A/IN, LOCATE B/OUT keys.

Auto Punch Key

Activates or deactivates the auto punch in/out mode.

Play Mode Key

Selects playback modes like Auto Play, Auto Return, and Loop.

Rear Panel Connections

[DC IN] Jack

Connector for the supplied AC adaptor.

[USB] Port

Connects to a personal computer for data exchange.

[DIGITAL OUT] Connector

Outputs digital audio signals for external devices.

[INPUT A SELECT] Switch

Selects input source for INPUT A (MIC/LINE, GUITAR, INT MIC).

Side and Bottom Panel Features

Card Slot

Slot for inserting CompactFlash memory cards.

About Recording Medium

CompactFlash Card

Information about the MR-8's recording medium, the CompactFlash card.

About the Power

Connecting the AC Adaptor

How to connect the MR-8 to power using the AC adaptor.

CompactFlash Card Preparation

Preparation for Recording onto the Supplied Card

Steps to prepare the supplied CompactFlash card for recording.

Song Creation and Naming

Preparing a New CompactFlash Card

Creating and Selecting Songs

Creating a Song

Step-by-step guide to creating a new song on the MR-8.

Formatting a Card

MR-8 Recording Basics

Input Jacks and Track Relations

How input jacks connect to MR-8 tracks for mono and stereo recording.

INPUT A SELECT Switch

Selects input source for INPUT A (MIC/LINE, GUITAR, INT MIC).

Input Settings and Insert Effects

Input Level Adjustment

Adjust input gain using TRIM controls for proper recording levels.

Recording onto a Single Track

Single Track Recording Operations

Recording onto Two Tracks

Preparation for Recording

Steps to prepare for recording stereo keyboard sound onto tracks 5-6.

Two Track Recording Operations

Starting Recording

Procedure for starting and executing recording onto two tracks.

Punch In/Out Function

Punch In/Out Using Top Panel Keys

Manual punch in/out operation using top panel controls.

Auto Punch In/Out

Setting Punch-in and Punch-out Points

How to define the start and end points for auto punch in/out.

Performing Auto Punch In/Out

Actual Auto Punch In/Out

Performing the punch in/out recording after rehearsal.

Using Effects

Insert Effects for Recording

Applies mic and amp simulation effects during recording.

Bouncing Tracks

Track Bounce Modes

Selecting the Bounce Mode

Choosing between '1-4 > 5/6' and '1-6 > 7/8' track bounce modes.

Rehearsal of Track Bounce

Performing Track Bounce

Actual Track Bounce

Performing the track bounce operation after rehearsal.

Mixdown Process

Analog Mixdown

Mixing recorded tracks to a stereo master recorder via analog output.

Digital Mixdown

Play Mode Selection

Loop Mode

Repeats playback between LOCATE A and B points continuously.

Loop Function in Auto Punch In/Out Mode

Locate Functions

Storing and Locating Points

Storing and Locating Points - Continued

Editing Songs

Creating a New Song

Step-by-step guide to creating a new song on the MR-8.

Track Editing

Copying/Pasting Whole Track Data

Moving Whole Track Data

Erasing a Desired Part

Copying/Pasting Part (1)

Moving a Desired Part to Other Tracks

Synchronizing with MIDI

Synchronization Using MIDI Clock

Using the Rhythm Guide Function

Creating the Tempo Map

WAV File Conversion

Exporting Data to a Personal Computer

Connection to a Personal Computer

How to connect MR-8 to PC via USB for data transfer.

Exporting WAV Files to PC

Initializing the MR-8

Troubleshooting Recording Issues

Troubles for Recording

Common recording issues and their solutions.

Troubleshooting Playback and Other Issues

Troubles for Playback

Common playback issues and their solutions.

Troubleshooting Power, Effect, and USB Issues

Troubles for Power Supply

Solutions for issues related to the MR-8's power source.

MR-8 Specifications

MIDI Implementation Chart

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