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Vestax HDR-V8 - User Manual

Vestax HDR-V8
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VestaxVestax
HDR-V8
Operational Manual
Version 2.00 February 1997
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Vestax HDR-V8 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandVestax
ModelHDR-V8
CategoryCD Player
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Operational Overview and Features

HDR-V8 System Description

Details the HDR-V8 as a hard disc recorder with 8 tracks, direct-outs, and a digital mixer.

Front Panel Controls and Functions

Front Panel Layout Overview

Explains the arrangement and purpose of all controls on the front panel.

Front Panel Navigation & Rear Panel Connections

Navigation and Settings Controls

Details Locate, Settings, Menu, Shuttle, Display, Level, EQ, Aux, and Jog Dial.

Rear Panel Input;Output Jacks

Covers Line Inputs, Aux Return, MIDI Thru/Out, Digital I/O, and Option Slots.

Rear Panel Connections (Continued)

Getting Started and Demo Song Playback

Playing the Demo Song

Instructions on powering on, playing, and monitoring the built-in demo song.

First Steps To Recording

Hard Drive Preparation

Procedure for formatting the hard drive and creating song spaces.

Recording Process Guidelines

Advice on signal levels and the importance of key control buttons.

Digital Mixer Operation

Volume and Pan Adjustment

Using the LEVEL button to adjust track volume and panning.

Master Level Control

Adjusting the overall output levels for the master buss.

Digital Equalizer Functions

Pre EQ Level Adjustment

Modifying signal level before EQ to prevent distortion.

EQ Band Control

Adjusting High, Low, and Parametric Mid EQ parameters.

Editing Functions Overview

AB Point Setting Procedure

How to define A and B points for various editing operations.

Editing Functions (Playback Modes)

AB Single Playback

Playing back a selected section between A and B points.

AB Repeat Playback

Looping playback of a section between A and B points.

Editing Functions (Move & Copy)

Move Tracks Function

Inserting or overwriting track sections using A/B points.

Copy Tracks Function

Copying specific track sections between A/B points.

Editing Functions (Copying Tracks)

Copying a Single Track

Detailed steps for copying a specific track section.

Editing Functions (Copying All)

Copying All Tracks

Procedure for copying all eight tracks simultaneously.

Editing Functions (Deleting)

Delete Track Sections

Erasing or shifting track portions between A/B points.

MIDI Controller Assignments

Continuous Controller Parameter Map

Table listing MIDI CC numbers and their corresponding HDR parameters.

Song Backup Procedures (DAT)

Song Loading Procedures (DAT)

Settings Button Configuration Options

Drive Protection Setting

Securing the hard drive from unauthorized recording or editing.

Settings Button Options (Continued)

Menu Navigation and Song Management

Menu Options (Mixer & Edit Management)

Menu Options (Edits & Formatting)

Hard Drive Formatting

Procedure for formatting the hard drive for optimal performance.

Virtual Tracks Explained

Troubleshooting Guide

Machine Not Powering On

Steps to diagnose and resolve issues when the machine is dead.

Output Noise Resolution

Solutions for fixing pops and noises heard from the audio outputs.