Fostex VC-8 User Manual

Model
Owner’s Manual
ADAT/ANALOG Converter
75
OFFON
ANALOG INPUT MODECLOCK DIGITAL MODE
ADAT/ANALOG CONVERTER
POWER
WORD
1-4 1-81-2 ONSTBYINT(44.1k)OPTICAL
LOCKED
S/P DIFADAT
OPTICAL
Table of Contents
Safety Instruction..............................................................................................2
Introduction.......................................................................................................3
Precautions.......................................................................................................3
Outstanding Features.......................................................................................3
Names and Functions.......................................................................................4
Connecting Examples.......................................................................................5
Example at operating it as the ADAT-ANALOG converter......................5
Example at operating it as the S/P DIF-ANALOG converter...................8
Specifications....................................................................................................9

Fostex VC-8 Specifications

General

Brand	Fostex
Model	VC-8
Category	Media Converter
Language	English

Summary

Safety Instructions

Water and Moisture Precautions

Advises against using the appliance near water or in damp environments.

Ventilation and Heat Guidelines

Specifies placement to ensure proper ventilation and avoid heat sources.

Power Source and Electrical Safety

Details on connecting to the correct power supply and electrical safety.

Introduction and Features

Precautions Before Use

Essential safety and operational advice, including power supply and location.

Outstanding Features

Highlights the VC-8's capabilities as an ADAT/analog and S/P DIF/analog converter.

Names and Functions

Device Components and Controls Overview

Identifies and explains the purpose of switches, LEDs, and connectors on the VC-8.

Connecting Examples

ADAT-Analog Converter Setup

Illustrates connecting the VC-8 between an analog mixer and the VR800 recorder.

Clock Synchronization for ADAT

Explains clock master/slave settings for ADAT connections with other digital recorders.

VC-8 Setup for ADAT Mode

Clock Switch and LOCKED LED Functions

Details how the CLOCK switch and LOCKED LED indicate signal status and settings.

Analog Mixer Connections

Connecting with a 4 BUS OUT Mixer

Describes routing mixer BUS OUT signals to ADAT outputs 1-4 and 5-8.

Connecting with a 2 BUS OUT Mixer

Explains routing mixer BUS OUT signals to ADAT outputs 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, and 7-8.

S/P DIF-Analog Converter Operation

Setup for S/P DIF Mode

Guides on setting the DIGITAL MODE to S/P DIF and CLOCK to OPTICAL.

Other Application Example

Shows connecting the VC-8 for 16-track analog signal recording with a D-160 recorder.

Specifications