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Tape Specifications| Tape width | 1/4 inch |
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| Tape speed | 15 ips, ±05% ’Of 15 ips.referenced to 3% T.H.D. |
| Fast wind time | 120 seconds for 1800 ft. |
Performance| Frequency response | 40 Hz to 18 kHz for 15 ips ±3 dB |
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| Signal to noise ratio | 78 dB weighted, 60 dB unweighted |
| T.H.D. | Less than 1% at 1 kHz, 0 dB |
Power Requirements| Power voltage (USA/Canada) | 120 V AC, 60 Hz, 55 W |
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| Power voltage (European models) | 220 V AC, 50 Hz, 55 W |
| Power voltage (UK/Australian models) | 240 V AC, 50 Hz, 55 W |
Weight and Dimensions| Weight | 22 lbs (10 kg) |
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| Width | 12-1/2 inches |
| Height | 13-1/8 inches |
Covers placement, ventilation, heat, water, power sources, grounding, cords, cleaning, non-use, and object entry.
Details electrical precautions, user servicing limitations, and damage requiring professional service.
Congratulates the user and highlights advanced features and improvements of the Fostex R8.
Outlines the sections of the manual and their content for new and experienced users.
Guidance on unit positioning, choosing audio cables, and mixer connections.
Matching signal levels/impedance and setting up sync for MIDI devices.
AC connection, foot switch use, tape loading, and powering on the unit.
Details detaching the control panel and connecting the optional extension cable.
Explains fundamental operations like Rewind, Fast Forward, Play, and Stop modes.
Introduces features like Preroll, Locate, Auto Play, Auto Return, and Zone Limit.
Outlines recording process, tape labeling, reference tones, and sync track recording.
Steps for recording primary tracks that serve as a reference for overdubs.
Using SAFE/RDY, playback, and practicing overdubs with auto return.
Step-by-step guide to recording new sounds onto separate tracks while listening to existing ones.
Correcting mistakes via punch-in/out and practicing timing with rehearsal mode.
Detailed steps for punch-in/out and the ping-pong technique for track mixing.
Features for tape searching, creating stereo masters, and synchronizing with external devices.
Utilizing the pitch control for retiming, retuning, and tempo adjustments.
Lists necessary tools like splicing blocks, razor blades, and splicing tape for tape editing.
Instructions on marking splice points and using splicing tape to join tape segments.
Setting a delay before playback/recording and locating specific memory points.
Step-by-step guide to set, check, and understand the preroll time.
Setting, checking, clearing, and using memory points for tape access.
How to use the LOCATE function to automatically move the tape to a memory point.
Enabling automatic playback and tape rewinding to a start point.
Procedures for defining start and end points for the auto return function.
Restricting tape movement within a specified zone and setting its limits.
Preventing tape run-off and organizing memory points.
Steps to calculate the tape reel zone based on tape and reel size.
Methods for altering data and understanding error messages.
Covers reel holders, power, transport buttons (play, stop, FF, RW), and REC button.
Includes REC LEDs, INPUT MON, SAFE/RDY LEDs, NR OFF LED, MEMORY/TAPE TIME displays.
PITCH control, AUTO PLAY, AUTO RTN, LOCATE, ZONE LIMIT, RESET, and PEAK METER switch.
Instructions for cleaning the tape path and demagnetizing magnetic components.
Details tape specs, performance metrics, power requirements, and physical dimensions.
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