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General| Tracks | 8 |
|---|---|
| Recording Format | Cassette |
| Built-in Effects | No |
| MIDI | Yes |
| Type | Multitrack Recorder |
| Outputs | 8 |
| Tape Speed | 1 7/8 ips |
| EQ | 3-band |
| Metering | LED |
| Signal-to-Noise Ratio | 60 dB |
| Wow and Flutter | <0.15% |
| Power Supply | AC |
Explains the manual's structure and sections for users.
Covers battery replacement and voltage conversion guidelines.
Explains the electronic switching system for mixer routing and scene memory.
Details tape format, speed, and recommendations for optimal use.
Specifies tape requirements and protection against damage.
Describes the functions of Aux Mix, Main Mix, Monitor Mix, and Dual Mix subsystems.
Explains input selection, MIC TRIM, EQ, and Aux send controls.
Details DUAL and MAIN channel output level and pan controls.
Details monitor controls, switches, and level adjustments.
Describes master controls and effect return level adjustments.
Explains record function switches, LEDs, and tape speed settings.
Details pitch control for tape speed variation and basic transport keys.
Explains the shuttle function for fast tape searching and monitoring.
Guides on initial setup, cassette insertion, and power on.
Details how to select input sources and assign them to groups.
Covers adjusting fader levels and monitor settings for tracking.
Guides on putting the recorder into record mode and playback.
Covers routing sources and setting track and group levels for overdubs.
Explains how to adjust cue monitor levels for a proper overdub mix.
Guides on performing overdubs and adjusting monitor mixes.
Covers mixer setup, recorder preparation, and connections for mixdown.
Guides on setting levels, using pans, and recording the final stereo mix.
Details manual punch-in techniques using record key or footswitch.
Explains rehearsal modes and automated punch-in/out procedures.
Guides on executing the automated punch-in and reviewing results.
Discusses selecting points and timing for clean inserts.
Covers mixer setup, recorder preparation, and the bounce process.
Explains scene display operation, pages, and input routing selection.
Covers assigning channels to groups and setting channel mutes.
Details saving scenes, clearing, loading, and sync switch functions.
Covers backing up and restoring all scenes to tape or MIDI.
Explains how to reset all scenes to their original factory settings.
Describes in-line, insert, and send/return processing techniques.
Guides on setting effect send levels and output levels from effects devices.
Explains the advantages and basic concepts of MIDI synchronization.
Integrates MIDI synchronization into the multitrack recording system.
Guides on setting up and recording the sync tone and MIDI data.
Explains how to send program change commands to MIDI instruments.
Describes how to change scenes using external MIDI commands.
Explains using MIDI notes to control channel mutes.
Details the controls within the mixer section, including EQ and sends.
Explains monitor controls, switches, and level adjustments.
Describes the faders for adjusting group output levels.
Explains monitor modes and switching between scene display pages.
Details input selection, group assignment, and MIDI channel controls.
Covers scene saving, clearing, loading, and sync switch functions.
Explains record function switches, LEDs, and tape speed settings.
Details pitch control for tape speed variation and basic transport keys.
Explains the shuttle function for fast tape searching and monitoring.
Describes setting and using memo points for autolocation.
Explains repeat loops and rehearsal modes.
Explains rehearsal and automated punch-in/out modes.
Details MIC, LINE, INSERT, EFFECT RETURN, GROUP OUT, TAPE OUT, AUX OUT, DUAL OUT, MONITOR OUT jacks.
Describes MIDI IN/OUT/THRU jacks and EXT SYNC jacks.
Details the serial interface, remote jack, and DBX switches.
Explains punch-in/out, UP/DOWN, and headphone jacks.
Details the serial port functionality for external devices.
Covers cleaning heads, pinch roller, capstan shaft, and unit surface.
Explains the process of demagnetizing tape heads to maintain performance.
Lists mechanical characteristics and mixer section electrical data.
Details recorder section specifications and output levels.
Illustrates signal levels and paths within the mixer and recorder sections.
Describes remote controls, footswitches, and the MIDIIZER synchronizer.
Details insertion cables, head demagnetizer, and cleaning kits.
Explains initial scene settings for tracking and overdubbing.
Provides visual examples of various factory preset scene configurations.
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