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Fostex XR-3 User Manual

Fostex XR-3
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Fostex XR-3 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandFostex
ModelXR-3
CategoryRecording Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Instructions

General Safety Precautions

Comprehensive list of safety and operating instructions for appliance use.

Introduction

About the Power Source

Information and precautions regarding the power source connection and use.

Precautions

Control Panel and Panels

Input Faders and Meter Select

Explanation of input faders for level adjustment and meter select switch for signal monitoring.

Basic Recording Guide

Initial XR-3 Settings

Step-by-step guide to setting all controls to their initial positions before operation.

Recording a Musical Instrument

Procedure for recording a synthesizer to Track 1, including settings and level adjustment.

Using the Internal Microphone

Guide to recording acoustic guitar using the XR-3's built-in microphone.

Overdubbing Vocals

Process for recording a vocal part while monitoring a previously recorded guitar track (overdubbing).

Mixdown Procedure

Application Guide

Punch In/Out Recording Overview

Explanation of punch in/out recording for correcting mistakes and the need for a footswitch.

Correcting Vocal Mistakes

Detailed steps and footswitch usage for correcting a vocal mistake on Track 4.

Ping-Pong Recording Explained

How ping-pong recording (Auto-bounce) allows overdubbing by mixing tracks to empty ones.

Ping-Pong Recording Example

Step-by-step guide for mixing tracks 1-3 and ping-pong recording to Track 4 using Auto Bounce.

Tape Sync Operation

How to synchronize MIDI devices like sequencers or drum machines using an FSK signal on Track 4.

Troubleshooting Guide

Sound Quality Troubleshooting

Solutions for issues like wow, flutter, distortion, and lack of sound.

Recording Process Troubleshooting

Steps to resolve problems with recording to specific tracks or general recording failures.

Maintenance Procedures

Cleaning Heads and Rollers

Instructions for cleaning the record/playback head, capstan, and pinch rollers.

Technical Specifications

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