Owner’s Manual Model Digital Multitracker AUX 0 AUX1 AUX 0 AUX1 AUX2 EQ 0 HIGH - EQ 0 HIGH - + MID GAIN 0 - - + MID SHIFT 2k 200 2k 200 5k 200 10 0 10 900 300 5k 0 2 + MID SHIFT 2k 1 + 0 + 900 300 5k EQ 0 MID GAIN MID SHIFT 900 300 AUX2 HIGH + 0 + MID SHIFT 900 300 EQ 0 MID GAIN 0 AUX1 AUX2 HIGH + MID GAIN AUX RTN AUX 0 AUX 0 AUX1 AUX2 2k 200 5k RECORD TRACK LOW LOW 0 - LOW 0 - + - + MON 0 LOW 0 MON 0 0 + 2/R INPUT TRK1 INP
Safety Instructions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. ATTENTION: CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER - SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. "WARNING" "TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE." SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1.
Table of contents Introduction.............................................................................4 Main features...........................................................................4 Recording Preparation Connecting a SCSI drive......................................................5 Formatting a new disk........................................................6 Removing a disk from the SCSI drive...............................7 Formatting the disk again.......................................
Introduction/Main features Introduction Thank you for choosing the Fostex FD-4. The FD-4 is a four-track multitracker equipped with two additional virtual tracks. It uses a SCSI removable disk, such as a Zip cartridge or an MO disk, as a recording media to perform six-track recording and four-track playback. Main features Mixer section The FD-4 is equipped with a four-channel analog mixer that achieves the high tonal quality required by stateof-the-art digital recording.
Recording preparation Recording Preparation The FD-4 does not include recording/playback media. First you need to connect a SCSI drive and format a disk so that you can record, play back, and edit on the FD-4. SCSI connector SCSI terminator You may use a removable SCSI drive, such as an MO drive, EZ drive or a Zip drive. For more information on removable SCSI disks supported by the FD-4, refer to the “List of the drives with operation guaranteed” attached to this manual.
Recording preparation Formatting a new disk Follow the procedure below to format a new disk. SYNC OUT DRIVE AUTO A.PUNCH SCSI 44.1kHz SETUP Flashing RECORD TRACK 1/L 2/R 3/L 4/R L R SURE? SYNC OUT DRIVE AUTO A.PUNCH SCSI ADD. TRACK PREVIEW START IN OUT END AUTO PUNCH IN OUT DISP SEL SETUP TIME BASE SEL EXECUTE /YES EXIT /NO 4 5 CLIPBOARD AUTO RTN HOLD/ STORE EDIT UNDO/ REDO PGM SEL ELECT VARI PITCH SHIFT AUTO PUNCH RECORD AUTO RTN AUTO PLAY P.
Recording preparation 3. Turn the JOG dial to select a recording mode. Turning the JOG dial counter-clockwise (to the left) will display the recording mode indication in the order of [Normal] -> [Master 2] -> [Master 1]. SURE? SURE? SYNC OUT DRIVE AUTO A.PUNCH SYNC OUT DRIVE SCSI SCSI AUTO When you format a disk, a Program is named “temporary title.” You can edit this title as you wish. For more information, refer to “Editing a Program title” of the “Handling Programs” chapter on page 39.
Recording preparation 4. Press the EXECUTE/YES key. Formatting the disk again If you wish to change the recording mode of a formatted disk or to re-format a used disk, you need to set the FD-4 to SETUP mode and use the [Format ?] menu. In the following procedure, we assume that the power to the FD-4 and the SCSI drive is already turned on. As explained in the “Formatting a new disk” section, the ID number of the connected SCSI drive appears and [SURE ?] flashes on the display. 44.1kHz SETUP Flashing 1.
Names and Functions Names and Functions Rear panel POWER DATA IN SCSI R R MON OUT L ST OUT 2 L AUX SEND 1 R PUNCH IN/OUT DATA OUT R AUX RTN 2 MONO/L MIDI IN MIDI OUT AUX RTN 1 MONO/L 4 INSERT RECORDER IN R L 3 INPUT 4 INPUT 3 Control panel AUX 0 AUX1 AUX 0 AUX1 AUX2 EQ 0 HIGH - - + MID GAIN - + MID SHIFT 300 2k 200 300 2k 200 5k 2k 200 10 0 10 900 300 5k 0 2 + MID SHIFT 300 5k 0 + 900 1 + MID GAIN MID SHIFT 900 - 0 + MID SHIFT 900 + MID GA
Names and Functions Control Panel (Mixer Section) Letters in brackets ([ 7 AUX 0 AUX1 EQ 0 HIGH - EQ 0 MID GAIN 0 - + MID SHIFT - 300 2k 200 300 2k 200 0 10 0 10 8 2 + MID SHIFT 300 5k 0 + 900 1 + MID GAIN - 2k 200 5k EQ 0 - 0 MID SHIFT 900 AUX2 HIGH + MID GAIN + MID SHIFT 900 EQ 0 - 0 AUX1 AUX2 HIGH + AUX RTN AUX 0 AUX 0 AUX1 AUX2 HIGH + MID GAIN 6 AUX 0 AUX1 AUX2 ]) are labels on the panel.
Names and Functions 5. Monitor level control knob [MON (INPUT/TRK)] 8. AUX return knobs [AUX RTN (1, 2)] These knobs are used to select signals sent to monitor sections L and R, and to adjust the level of those signals. The following options are available. These knobs allow you to adjust the input level of processed signals from a connected external effect unit. “TRK” The recorder output signals are sent to the monitor section. As you turn the knob to the right, the signal level becomes higher.
Names and Functions Control panel (Recorder Section) 14 15 16 13 39 17 38 RECORD TRACK 2/R 1/L 3/L 4/R L R ADD. TRACK PREVIEW START IN OUT END IN AUTO PUNCH 36 OUT DISP SEL SETUP TIME BASE SEL CLIPBOARD AUTO RTN HOLD/ STORE EDIT UNDO/ REDO EXIT /NO EXECUTE /YES PGM SEL VARI PITCH 32 SHIFT AUTO PUNCH RECORD 33 P.
Names and Functions 16. Display indication select key Pressing this key each time will change the display indication as follows: Currently-selected Time Base indication *1 Refer to pages 7, 56 and 81 for more information on the operation of this key. 21. Access LED [ACCESS] This LED lights up or flashes when data is being written to or read from an external SCSI drive disk.
Names and Functions 25. Play button [PLAY] Pressing this button causes the recorder section to play back. Pressing this button while holding down the RECORD button when a track is in READY mode will cause the FD-4 to start recording on the READY track. Pressing only this button during the recording operation will punch-out (cancel) recording. Pressing this button while holding down the STOP button will cause the “CLIPBOARD PLAY” operation to start.
Names and Functions 29.Vari Pitch key [VARI PITCH/ P.EDIT ] 31. Locate key [LOCATE/ LOC MEM ] This key toggles Vari Pitch mode on and off. When Vari Pitch mode is on, the “VARI PITCH” indicator lights up on the display, and the FD-4 plays using the current pitch data. Pressing the VARI PITCH key while holding down the SHIFT key will cause the FD-4 to enter edit mode, in which you can change pitch data in real-time. To exit edit mode, press the EXIT/NO key. Use this key to locate a point.
Names and Functions 33. Store key [STORE] 35. Edit key [EDIT] This key is used to store time values (or bar/beat/clock values) in the memory keys. Press this key, then one of the following keys to store data indicated on the display (including edit data) in the corresponding memory key. If you press the STORE key and the HOLD/> key simultaneously while the recorder is stopped, the FD-4 enters Program Select mode, in which you can select a Program or set up a new Program.
Names and Functions 37. Auto Return End key [AUTO RTN END/ PREVIEW ] Use this key to store the start point (AUTO RTN END point) for the Auto Return function and the Auto Repeat function. When you press this key, the FD-4 displays currently-stored data, which you can edit. After editing the data, press the STORE key, then press the AUTO RTN END/PREVIEW key to store the edited data in this key. The stored data can be used as locate data.
Names and Functions Front Panel (Input/Output Section) 1 1 2 2 4 3 The phone jacks for input channels 3 and 4 on the front panel have priority. If you connect sound sources to these jacks, the balanced XLR jacks for input channels 3 and 4 on the rear panel will be disabled. 1.Input jacks [1, 2, 3, 4] (Connector: phone) Connect sound sources, such as musical instruments and microphones, here.
Names and Functions 3. AUX Send jacks 1, 2 [AUX SEND 1, 2] 7. Recorder in jacks L, R [RECORDER IN L, R] (Connector: phone) (Connector: RCA pin) Connect these jacks to the input of an effect unit. The AUX SEND jacks send out signals selected and adjusted by the AUX send knobs to the connected effect unit. These jacks are used to route analog signals input from an external device directly to the recorder section.
Names and Functions 11. Data output jack [DATA OUT] (Connector: OPTICAL) Connect this jack to the OPTICAL digital input of an external digital device to save song data to a DAT or to record digitally to a digital device (MD, DAT, CD-R, etc.). DATA OUT Refer to pages 52 and 76 for more information on using the DATA OUT jack. 12.
Names and Functions Preset display The display below shows all preset items for explanation purposes. MTC DIGITAL MIDI SLAVE 44.1kHz SETUP MTC OFFSET BAR CLK MB DF SF MTC Lights up when the FD-4 receives MTC (MIDI Time Code) from an external device. % Lights up when the FD-4 enters Vari Pitch data edit mode. MB Indicates available disk space on the disk in megabytes when the REMAIN indicator appears. H, M, S, F, SF Lights up to indicate a time value when ABS or MTC is used as Time Base.
Names and Functions Selecting Time Base using the DISP SEL key Time Base is MTC. 44.1kHz When you press the DISP SEL key after you select a Time Base using the TIME BASE SEL key, the display changes as follows: MTC H M S F PGM SYNC OUT DRIVE CLK SCSI AUTO A.PUNCH Time Base is ABS. 44.1kHz ABS M S F 44.1kHz PGM SYNC OUT DRIVE CLK SCSI AUTO MB REMAIN H A.PUNCH M S SYNC OUT DRIVE CLK SCSI AUTO A.PUNCH 44.1kHz MB REMAIN M H S 44.1kHz SYNC OUT DRIVE CLK SCSI AUTO A.
Names and Functions message Warning messages The following warnings are shown operating mistakes are made, an unsuitable editing point (= locate point) is input, or when errors occur. If any of these warnings appear, refer to information detailed below. An unformatted or crashed SCSI disk. After a few seconds of this display, the FD-4 automatically enters the SETUP mode [Format ?] menu. Action to take: Press the EXECUTE/YES key while pressing the RECORD button.
Before Starting Before Starting This chapter describes some basic items that you need to know before you start operating the FD-4. All users, including those who are familiar with using tape-based multitrackers and those who are new to multitrackers, should read this chapter thoroughly to understand the functions of the FD-4. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Before Starting Recording method and REMAIN indicator Recording method The FD-4 uses a SCSI removable disk (such as an MO disk or Zip disk) instead of a cassette tape. You can start recording sound sources from any point on a formatted disk as long as the point is within the range of 24 hours in ABS time. (Refer to the following diagram.) ABS 0 03M 00S 00F REC END 12M 00S 00F 10M 00S 00F recorded area (3 min.) unrecorded area DISK END 23H, 59M, 59S recorded area (2 min.
Before Starting Real track and Additional track Input monitoring and playback monitoring The FD-4 features four Real tracks (1–4) and two Additional tracks (L and R), for a total of six tracks. Real tracks are used to record sound sources in real-time. Additional tracks are used to temporarily store the sound recorded in the Real tracks. This is useful since you can move data from Real tracks to Additional tracks to obtain empty tracks for recording.
Before Starting PAN knobs and stereo bus The FD-4 features a four-channel mixer function that enables you to mix four sound sources into a stereo mix. Since the mixer functions and signal flow are not visible, the following diagram will help you understand them. The diagram shows the flow of signals from the inputs through the mixer section to the recorder. The thick line in the diagram is called the “stereo bus”, which collects the channel signals that are panned and processed by the EQ.
Basic Application (Basic Recording and Playback) Basic Recording and Playback This chapter explains how to perform basic recording and playback so that you can get used to operating the FD-4. This chapter will be helpful not only for those who are new to a multitracking, but also to those who are used to handling a tape-based multitracker to master the basic operation of the FD-4.
Basic Application (Basic Recording and Playback) 8 9 EQ Monitoring the recording signal 3 8. Turn the MON knob in the MON mix section of channel 1 toward [TRK] and turn the MASTER knob in the monitor section to adjust the monitoring level EQ Use the MON PAN knob in the MON mix section to adjust the stereo image of the monitoring sound. 9. Adjust the equalizer for channel 1 if necessary.
Basic Application (Basic Recording and Playback) Recording track REC TRACK select key for track READY INPUT SEL switch position Track 1 1/L is READY. Turn all the way to L. Use the channel 1 MON mix section to adjust the monitoring sound for track 1. Track 2 2/R is READY. Turn all the way to R. Use the channel 2 MON mix section to adjust the monitoring sound for track 2.
Basic Application (Basic Recording and Playback) Checking the recording sound Playing track 1 When you finish recording, play back the data if the recording is acceptable. 5 2 When tracks 1–4 are played, the track signals are routed to the MON mix section of the channels with the corresponding track numbers. That is, track 1 signal is routed to channel 1 MON mix section, track 2 signal is routed to channel 2 MON mix section, etc.
Basic Application (Basic Multitrack Recording) Basic Multitrack Recording You learned how to record one sound source to one track in the “Basic Recording and Playback” chapter. This chapter explains how to perform multitrack recording, which is, of course, the primary application of a multitracker. Multitrack recording is the term for a series of processes in which you record various sound sources to different tracks and combine them into two mixes (L and R).
Basic Application (Basic Multitrack Recording) 1. Set the channel 1 INPUT SEL switch to [INPUT]. Listening to the overdubbed sound 2. Turn the channel 1 PAN knob all the way to [R]. 2 3. Press the RECORD RACK select key [2/R] to set track 2 to READY mode. The 2/R LED flashes. 4. Set the SELECTOR in the monitor section to [MON]. EQ EQ Adjusting the recording level 5. Raise the master fader L/R to [7–8]. 6. Press the RECORD button.
Basic Application (Basic Multitrack Recording) Settings for overdubbing the electric guitar to track 3 INPUT jack REC TRACK select key for track READY Any INPUT jack 3/L INPUT SEL switch position PAN knob adjustment Turn the knob of the Set the switch of the channel to which the channel to which the sound source is sound source is connected all the connected to INPUT. way to L. Monitor section’s SELECTOR position Adjusting the monitoring level of the recording track.
Basic Application (Basic Multitrack Recording) Effect unit 2 9 Turn the knob toward [AUX 1] to apply reverberation; turn it toward [AUX 2] to apply chorus. 5, 12 Effect unit 1 Master Recorder 10 10. Use the AUX RTN 1 and AUX RTN 2 knobs to adjust the input level from the effect units to the stereo bus L/R. Mixdown EQ EQ 11. Press the REWIND button while holding down the STOP button to locate the beginning of the Program. 7 2 1 11 12. Start recording on the master recorder.
Handling Programs Handling Programs 3. While holding down the HOLD/> key, press the STORE key. (Alternatively, while holding down the STORE key, press the HOLD/> key.) This chapter explains how to handle Programs. It covers the following topics: [Select PGM] appears on the display briefly, then changes to a flashing “01” ([#0001 of PGM 01) and [SURE?] flash. ([#0001] is the default name of PGM 01.) 1. Creating a new Program 2. Using a Program Change function 3. Deleting a Program 4.
Handling Programs Using the Program Change function If multiple Programs exist on the disk, you need to select a Program to record, play, or edit. This section describes how to select a Program. You cannot use the Program Change function when the FD-4 is in SETUP mode. 7. When you finish entering the title, press the EXECUTE/YES key. Program 2 (PGM 02) and its title are set. The display shows the ABS Time Base indication of the Program.
Handling Programs 1. Press the SETUP key while the FD-4 is stopped. Deleting a Program This section explains how to delete an unnecessary Program. Deleting an unnecessary Program will expand the recordable area, making your work flow more smoothly, since recording or editing requires sufficient recordable area (free space on the disk). Use the [Del. PGM ?] menu in SETUP mode to delete a Program.
Handling Programs 3. Press the EXECUTE/YES key. Editing a Program title You can name the Program as explained in the “Creating a new Program” section. You can also change the title later by using the [Title Edit ?] menu in SETUP mode. The currently-selected Program title appears with the leftmost character flashing. 44.1kHz SETUP You can edit the title of the selected Program before you select SETUP mode. You cannot select a Program after the FD-4 enters SETUP mode.
Special Application (Playback in Vari pitch mode) Playback in Vari Pitch Mode This chapter explains how to change the playback speed of the recorder using the Vari Pitch function. You can set Vari Pitch in the range of +6.0% to –6.0% in 0.1% steps. The VARI PITCH key turns Vari Pitch mode on and off. 2, 6, 7 EQ 4. Set the desired pitch data using the JOG dial. You can hear the changes in playback speed. 5. After you set the pitch data, press the EXIT/NO key.
Special Application (Recording to a Metronome Sound) Recording to a Metronome Sound This chapter explains how to record your performance while you are playing an instrument accompanied by a metronome based on the time signature and tempo specified in the Tempo Map. The metronome sound is output from track 4. For example, record the acoustic guitar using a microphone to track 2 while using a compressor/limiter.
Special Application (Recording to a Metronome Sound) 11. Play the guitar in time with the metronome. 8 The guitar sound is recorded at the recording level adjusted in step 6. 3 3 Quitting recording EQ EQ 1. Press the STOP button to stop the recorder. 1 Checking the recorded sound 1. Set the RECORD TRACK select key 2/R to off. 10 9 6 4 2 Checking the metronome sound 1. Select the BAR/BEAT/CLK Time Base using the TIME BASE SEL switch. 2. Start playback from the beginning of the Program.
Special Application (Punch In/Out Recording) Punch In/Out Recording What is Punch In/Out recording? Punch In/Out recording enables you to record over previously-recorded parts. See the diagram below. For example, using the Punch In/Out function allows you to change an unsatisfactory guitar solo. The FD-4 offers two types of Punch In/Out functions. One is called Auto Punch In/Out, in which you automatically rerecord a specified part.
Special Application (Punch In/Out Recording) When you finish storing and adjusting the edit points, you can proceed to the Auto Punch In/Out operation. In this example, we re-record part of the guitar phrase that was already recorded on track 3. First follow the “Preparation” below, then rehearse, and record a take. Preparation Rehearsing Auto Punch In/Out recording In Rehearsal mode, the READY track assumes input monitoring mode between the Auto Punch In and Out points, and the sound is not recorded.
Special Application (Punch In/Out Recording) 5. When you are satisfied with your rehearsal, press the STOP button. Locating a point slightly before the Auto Punch In point To locate the playback start point for rehearsal, press the AUTO PUNCH IN key, then press the LOCATE key. The FD-4 displays the time (position) stored in the AUTO PUNCH IN key, and locates the point and stops. Press the REWIND button to go backward.
Special Application (Punch In/Out Recording) Undo/Redo Auto Punch In/Out recording You can undo or redo Auto Punch In/Out recording. Press the UNDO/REDO key after recording is complete to restore the conditions that existed prior to the recording. Press the UNDO/REDO key again to restore the conditions that existed after the recording. Follow the notes below: The Undo/Redo function is effective only when the FD-4 is stopped.
Special Application (Punch In/Out Recording) Setting the mixer section. Cancelling Rehearsal mode 3. Set up the mixer control section as explained in the “Auto Punch In/Out” section. 1. While holding down the STOP button, press the foot switch. Rehearsing Punch In/Out recording [Rehsl Off] appears for a second, the flashing [RHSL] indicator in the A. PUNCH display area disappears, and Rehearsal mode is cancelled.
Special Application (Punch In/Out Recording) 4. Press the STOP button. 5. Play track 3 and check the result of Punch In/Out. At “Take” of punch out, the punch-in recording track will not immediately enter the repro monitor mode from the input monitor mode enter the repro monitor mode about two seconds after mute playback. This is a functional feature of FD-4 and not a malfunction. You can use the PLAY button and the RECORD button, instead of using the foot switch.
Special Application (Ping Pong Recording) Ping-Pong Recording Ping-pong recording is a recording process in which you mix the playback sound of multiple tracks and record the mix on an empty track. Ping-pong recording enables you to use previously-recorded tracks in a new recording. In this way, you can overdub more sound sources using a limited number of tracks. 1 Effect Unit 5 12 11 4 11 EQ EQ TRK 4 3. Record D and E on tracks 1 and 2. 2.
Special Application (Ping Pong Recording) 11.Turn the AUX knob of the channel signal to which you wish to apply effects toward AUX 1. Use the AUX RTN 1 knob to adjust the return signal level. At this time, make sure that the [OL] section of level meters 4 and R do not light up continuously. 12. Raise the MASTER knob in the monitor section gradually to listen to the mix to be ping-pong recorded.
Special Application (Ping Pong Recording) Ping-pong Recording to Additional Tracks This chapter explains how to perform ping-pong recording using Additional tracks L and R. In this example session, we ping-pong record tracks 1–4 to the Additional tracks. At this time, check the recording level of the Additional tracks via the level meters L and R. Adjust the input channel faders so that the [OL] section of the level meters L and R will not light up continuously. 8.
Special Application (Digital Recording) Digital Recording Digital recording from an external digital device This chapter describes how to digitally record data from a connected digital device (CD, MD, DAT, etc.) to tracks on the FD-4. Use the “Setting digital input tracks” menu in SETUP mode to assign incoming digital signals (L, R) to a track. The currently-selected Program will be used for digital recording. The digital input track assignment is shared by all existing Programs.
Special Application (Digital Recording) Digital recording to an external device This section explains how to record digital data from the FD-4 to an external digital device, such as an MD, DAT, or CD-R. You can select any pair combination from Real tracks 1–4 and S-T (STEREO OUT L/R output in the mixer section) for digital output L and R. The current Program is used for digital recording. The digital output track assignment is shared by all existing Programs.
Special Application (Digital Recording) and the vocal to right. Follow your intuition. Digital mixdown 3. Set the SELECTOR in the monitor section to [L/R]. As described in the previous section, you may mix down digital signals from tracks 1–4 to an external digital device using the procedure described in the basic mixdown section, in which you set [L- , r- ] for digital output tracks. Refer to the “Basic Multitrack Recording” chapter for information on how to connect effect units.
Å@Special Application (How to use the RECORDER IN jack) How to use the RECORDER IN jack The following explains the various functions of the RECORDER IN jack. There are two ways to use the RECORDER IN jack. 1. Synchronizing an external MIDI sound source with the performances recorded on tracks 1 ~ 4 and digitally mixing down a maximum of eight channels of sound sources. 2. Directly recording external sound sources without routing them through a mixer.
Editing Tracks Editing Tracks The FD-4 features speedy, non-linear, non-destructive editing of independent audio tracks and uses a Zip, EZ or MO disk as the recording media. The following edit functions enable you to edit tracks. Press the EDIT key on the control panel to access the edit menu. Copy & Paste You can copy a specific range of data from a specific track and paste it to the same or a different track.
Editing Tracks Storing the edit points 1. Refer to the “Storing and editing the locate points to the memory keys” section for information on storing the copy (or move) start and end points, and the paste start point. Store the copy (or move) start point to the CLIPBOARD IN key, the end point to the CLIPBOARD OUT key, and store the paste start point to the AUTO PUNCH IN key. • See “Storing and editing the locate points to the memory keys” on page 63 .
Editing Tracks 7. Press the EXECUTE/YES key. [Copy Paste] (or [Move Paste]) flashes and the duration of the pasted data appears as a negative number on the display. This number will count down as the paste operation proceeds. When the paste operation is complete, the flashing [Copy Paste] (or [Move Paste]) lights up continuously, and [COMPLETED !] is displayed.
Editing Tracks Storing the edit points If all Real tracks contain data as shown below, erasing data on tracks 1 and 2 will not affect the position of REC END. 1. Refer to the “Storing and editing the locate points to the memory keys” section for information on storing the erase start and end points.
Editing Tracks 4. Press the EXECUTE/YES key again. The FD-4 starts erasing the data and [Erase ....] flashes. When the erase operation is completed, [COMPLETED !] lights up. 5. Press the STOP button or the EXIT/NO key. The FD-4 exits edit mode and displays the previous Time Base indication. • To erase the data in its entirety from the tracks, you can also use the Program Delete function to erase the entire Program. In either case, you can expand the recordable area on the disk.
Editing Tracks Executing Track Exchange • Swapping mono track data 1. While the FD-4 is stopped, press the EDIT key repeatedly until [TRK Exchg] flashes on the display. Alternatively, you can press the EDIT key, then use the JOG dial. SYNC OUT 1. When [L–R] is flashing, turn the JOG dial. Turning the JOG dial allows you to select a mono track from [1], [2], [3], [4], [L], and [R] in the left column. The right column continues to indicate [1].
Cue & Review Function Cue & Review Function This chapter explains how to use the “Cue & Review function” with the REWIND button, the F FWD button, and the JOG/SHUTTLE feature. Using this function enables you to fast forward or rewind at different speeds while the recorder section is playing or stopped. During the Cue & Review operation, you will hear the sound recorded on the disk, which makes it easy for you to locate the desired point.
Storing a Locate Point (Edit Point) Storing a Locate Point (Edit Point) You can store time information (time or bar/beat/clock) in each memory key. The stored time information will be used to locate a point in data in the recorder section, or as an edit point to perform the Auto Punch In/Out, Copy & Paste, Move & Paste, or Erase function. This chapter describes how to store data in the memory keys and edit the stored data.
Storing a Locate Point (Edit Point) Editing and storing locate data Editing and storing data If you know the position of the desired locate point, follow the steps below. You can recall data stored in the memory key, edit it, and store it. again 1, 4 4 EQ EQ EQ EQ 3 1, 2 2 2 1. Press the HOLD/> key while the FD-4 is stopped. The currently-displayed time value (or bar/beat/clock value) is captured and the FD-4 enters data edit mode. 2.
Storing a Locate Point (Edit Point) Editing the data stored in the LOCATE key You can recall the last located point and edit the value. You can use the edited value to locate the point later or store it to another memory key. 4 EQ EQ 2 3 1 2 2 1. Press the SHIFT and LOCATE keys simultaneously while the FD-4 is stopped. The last located point stored in the LOCATE key appears on the display and the FD-4 enters data edit mode.
Locate Function Locate Function The FD-4 locates the desired edit point immediately (that is, it moves the current position of the data in the recorder section). Locate points include edit points (in ABS time, MTC time, or in bar/beat/clock) that are stored for the Copy, Move, Paste, Erase, and Auto Punch In/Out operations. They also include the top of a Program (ABS 0), the recording end point in a Program (REC END), and a direct locate point for which you can specify the time.
Locate Function 2. Press the AUTO RTN/AUTO PLAY key to turn on the [RTN] indicator at the bottom of the display. 3. Press the LOCATE key. The FD-4 locates the point and plays as shown in the diagram. AUTO • You can set a preroll time in the [Preroll ?] menu in SETUP mode so that the FD-4 will start playback preroll time before the locate point. You can set the preroll time from 0 to 10 seconds. Refer to the chapter “Changing the Initial Settings (SETUP Mode)” on page 85. RTN 3.
Locate Function 2. Press the AUTO RTN/AUTO PLAY key to turn on the [PLAY RTN] indicator on the bottom of the display. Auto Repeat The Auto Repeat function allows the FD-4 to repeat playback up to the AUTO RTN END point, automatically locate the AUTO RTN START point, then play up to the AUTO RTN END point until you cancel the function by pressing the STOP button.
Preview Function Preview Function The preview function enables you to repeatedly audition the rise (fade in) or the fall (fade out) of the sound data at a locate point (edit point) that is stored in the AUTO PUNCH IN/OUT, AUTO RTN START/END, or CLIPBOARD IN/OUT key. This is also called “point rehearsal.” With this function, you can check the locate points in realtime. You can also use this function to fine-tune the position of the locate points while previewing the sound.
Preview Function The FD-4 repeats playback of the “fall sound” at the locate point (edit point). As shown in the diagram, one-second of data prior to the locate point is played back, then muted (fade out) at the locate point. The muted playback continues for one second. The FD-4 will repeat this operation until you quit the Preview function. Quitting the Preview function 2. Press the STOP button or the EXIT/NO key. Trimming the sound while previewing 1.
MIDI Synchronization MIDI Synchronization Creating a Tempo Map MIDI clock sync system You can configure the sync system to use a stand-alone sequencer synchronizing as a MIDI clock slave by inserting time signature settings and tempo settings at any position in a song using a programmable Tempo Map of the FD-4. In this system, the recorder output of the FD-4 is routed to the input channel faders, and up to four MIDI sound sources connected to the input jacks are routed to the MON mix section.
MIDI Synchronization 3. Raise the master faders L/R to [7–8]. MTC sync/Machine Control system 4. Connect the MON OUT (L/R) jacks and the RECORDER IN jacks directly. This connection will route the L/R+MON signals output from MON OUT (L/R) to the DATA OUT jacks via the RECORDER IN jacks for mixdown. (The L/R+MON signals included the playback signals from tracks 1-4 and four MIDI sound sources.
MIDI Synchronization Setting MTC OFFSET Effect unit 1 Effect unit 2 1. Set the time offset from the ABS time (less than six hours) in the “Setting an MTC offset value” menu in SETUP mode. Digital Master Recorder • See page 88 for more information. MTC Setting a frame rate EQ MMC EQ 1. Select the same MTC frame rate as that for the sequence software in the “Setting an MTC frame rate” in SETUP mode. • See page 87 for more information.
MIDI Synchronization Sync system in Slave mode * See “Setting Offset mode” on page 88 for more information. You can set up the system in which the FD-4 in Slave mode synchronizes to an external master MIDI device. In this example, a master device is a computer running sequence software. Make sure to use an external MIDI device that is able to output MTC as a master device. 4. Turn Slave mode ON in the “Setting the Slave mode” menu in SETUP mode.
MIDI Synchronization • If the FD-4 does not chase and lock correctly, check the connecting cables and settings. Recording You can record data on the FD-4 while the FD-4 is chasing and locking to the sequence software signals. About the option “Vari” in the “Setting the Slave type” in SETUP mode: If the FD-4 chases and locks to only an incoming MTC, Vari Pitch is applied all the time.
Saving and Loading Song Data Saving and Loading Song Data Outline of the save/load operation The FD-4 enables you to save the recorded song data (including SETUP data) to a connected DAT machine and load the saved data as is from DAT to the SCSI disk in the FD-4. This function allows you to work on different projects using the same SCSI disk. You can save and load one Program at a time, and select any Program if multiple Programs exist.
Saving and Loading Song Data Remember this! Saving song data • Set the DAT recording mode to 32kHz/SP mode to save data recorded on a disk formatted in Normal mode. FD-4 DAT Preparing a DAT machine EQ EQ • Turn the power on to the DAT machine and insert a DAT tape into the DAT. Save Record mode: 32kHz/SP mode Data recorded on a disk in Normal mode • Check to see if the write-protect tab is closed on the DAT tape so the machine can record. • Rewind the tape to the beginning, if necessary.
Saving and Loading Song Data 2. Use the JOG dial to display [Save PGM ?]. [?] flashes in the first hierarchy of the [Save PGM ?] menu. SETUP REMAIN H M SETUP S SYNC OUT DRIVE CLK SCSI AUTO SYNC OUT A.PUNCH DRIVE CLK SCSI AUTO A.PUNCH 3. Press the EXECUTE/YES key. [?] stops flashing, and the Program number flashes. This number indicates the program that was selected before the FD-4 entered SETUP mode. If multiple Programs exist, you can select the desired Program in the next step.
Saving and Loading Song Data 2. Turn the JOG dial to display [Load PGM ?], then press the EXECUTE/YES key. Loading song data You can load the data from DAT to the SCSI disk of the FD-4. Preparing a DAT machine [?] stops flashing, and the Program number flashes. This number indicates the program that is selected on the load destination disk. If multiple Programs exist, you can select the desired Program in the next step.
Saving and Loading Song Data DIGITAL SETUP SURE ? SYNC OUT DRIVE CLK SCSI AUTO A.PUNCH 7. Press the EXECUTE/YES key again. [Play DAT !] appears on the display. DIGITAL SETUP SYNC OUT DRIVE CLK SCSI AUTO A.PUNCH 8. Start playing the DAT machine. When the saved pilot signal is played, the load operation starts automatically. The duration for the load operation appears as a negative value and increments as the opera tion progresses. The tracks being loaded also appear on the display.
Changing the Initial setting (SETUP mode) Changing the Initial Settings (SETUP Mode) SETUP mode of the FD-4 offers the “Changing the initial settings” menus that configure the operating environment of the FD-4, and the “Execution” menus that execute certain operations, such as save and load. The “Changing the initial settings” menus include 16 parameters as shown in Table-1 below. These parameters were set before the unit was shipped from the factory (These values are called “initial settings.”).
Changing the Initial setting (SETUP mode) • Rotate the JOG dial to enter the desired measure number. Setting a time signature Using the “Setting a time signature” menu, you can set a time signature of a given measure on the internal programmable Tempo Map. For example, you can specify “4/4 for the first and second measures, and 2/4 from the third measure.” Setting a time signature and tempo will create a Tempo Map, which allows the FD-4 to manage a song using the BAR/BEAT/CLK Time Base.
Changing the Initial setting (SETUP mode) Clearing all time signature and tempo settings Using this function will erase not only the time signature setting but also the tempo data specified in the “Setting a tempo” menu described in the next section. 1. Repeat steps 1–3 described in the “Storing a time signature” section to display “Sign.Edit.” 2. While the measure number is flashing, turn the JOG dial counter-clockwise to select “All Clear?.
Changing the Initial setting (SETUP mode) 4. Press the HOLD/> key, the REWIND button, or the F FWD button to move the flashing cursor to the desired edit location, and use the JOG dial to enter the bar/beat/tempo information to be stored. Pressing the HOLD/> key or the F FWD button repeatedly will move the flashing cursor from TEMPO to BAR and to , then returns to TEMPO. Pressing the REWIND button repeatedly will move the cursor in the opposite direction.
Changing the Initial setting (SETUP mode) Setting the Metronome function “Setting the Metronome function” menu allows you to determine whether or not the FD-4 outputs a metronome sound from Real track 4 during playback or recording. Turning the Metronome function on enables you to record your performance while playing the instrument accompanying the metronome sound. Since Real track 4 outputs the metronome sound when this function is turned on, you cannot play the audio recorded on this track.
Changing the Initial setting (SETUP mode) Setting MIDI sync output signal The “Setting MIDI sync output signal” menu enables you to select the type of MIDI sync signals output from the MIDI OUT connector on the rear panel of the FD-4 to an external MIDI device. The options are MIDI clock & Song Position Pointer, or MTC (MIDI time code). Select an appropriate option depending on the type of signal supported by the connected MIDI device.
Changing the Initial setting (SETUP mode) Setting an MTC frame rate Setting an MTC offset value The “Setting an MTC frame rate” menu enables you to set the frame rate for MTC output from the MIDI OUT connector of the FD-4 to an external MIDI device. If you have already set the type of MIDI sync output signal to [MTC], you need to set the frame rate. Use the frame rate of MTC received by the external MIDI device (or sequence software).
Changing the Initial setting (SETUP mode) To cancel the operation, or to restore the setting obtained prior to the EXECUTE/YES key press, press the STOP button or the EXIT/NO key. Each time you press one of these keys, the FD-4 returns to the previous hierarchy level of the menu, and finally exits SETUP mode and displays the previous Time Base. SETUP ABS H M S F SYNC OUT DRIVE CLK SCSI AUTO A.
Changing the Initial setting (SETUP mode) Turning Slave mode on and off Setting the Slave type 1. While the FD-4 is stopped, press the SETUP key to enter SETUP mode. 2. Turn the JOG dial to select [Slave Mode (?)] (“e” and “?” flash alternately), then press the EXECUTE/YES key. The current slave mode appears on the display. Pressing the EXECUTE/YES key turns off the flashing [?] character, and the Slave mode indicator flashes. With the initial setting, [oFF] flashes as shown below.
Changing the Initial setting (SETUP mode) Recording enabled/disabled • You need to input MTC from an external device to the FD-4 with any Slave type (external sync signal). 1. While the FD-4 is stopped, press the SETUP key to enter SETUP mode. • The FD-4 re-chase window is fixed to ten frames. That is, if an offset between the master device and slave device exceeds ten frames, the FD-4 interprets that as out of sync, and tries to chase and lock to MTC sent from the master device.
Changing the Initial setting (SETUP mode) Setting digital input tracks The “Setting digital input tracks” menu allows you to assign digital signals input at the DATA IN connector of the FD-4 to the tracks. You can perform digital recording from an external digital device (CD, MD, DAT, digital mixer, etc.) using this function. The number of assignable tracks varies depending on the recording mode of the connected SCSI disk.
Changing the Initial setting (SETUP mode) Setting digital output tracks The “Setting digital output tracks” menu enables you to assign the track that outputs digital signals from the DATA OUT connector of the FD-4 to an external digital device. You can send the recorded audio data on the FD-4 to an external digital device (MD, DAT, digital mixer, etc.) in the digital format. Assignable tracks are tracks 1–4 and s-t (STEREO OUT L, R outputs).
Changing the Initial setting (SETUP mode) Setting the MIDI device number SETUP SYNC OUT DRIVE CLK SCSI AUTO A.PUNCH SETUP SYNC OUT DRIVE CLK SCSI AUTO A.PUNCH 3. Use the JOG dial to turn the mode on or off. When you turn the JOG dial clockwise and counter-clock wise, [on] and [oFF] flash alternately. Selecting [on] turns BAR/BEAT resolution mode on, and selecting [oFF] turns BAR/BEAT resolution mode off.
MIDI Implementation Chart/MMC List/Maintenance/Specifications (Digital Multitracker) Model FD-4 MIDI Implementation Chart Transmitted Function.....................
MIDI Implementation Chart/MMC List/Maintenance/Specifications MMC Command List Command List 01: STOP 02: PLAY 03: DEFERRED PLAY 04: FAST FORWARD 05: REWIND 06: RECORD STROBE 07: RECORD EXIT 09: PAUSE 40: WRITE 41: MASKED WRITE 42: READ 44: LOCATE 47: SHUTTLE 4C: MOVE 4D: ADD 4E: SUBTRACT Movement (Recorder) STOP PLAY DEFERRED PLAY F FWD REWIND REC PUNCH OUT STOP MMC Response/Information Field List 01: SELECTED TIME CODE 03: REQUESTED OFFSET 04: ACTUAL OFFSET 08: GP 0 09: GP 1 0A: GP 2 0B: GP 3 0C: GP 4 0
MIDI Implementation Chart/MMC List/Maintenance/Specifications Maintenance Cleaning the exterior * For normal cleaning, use a soft dry cloth For stubborn dirt, moisten a cloth in diluted detergent, wring it out firmly, and wipe the dirt off. Then polish with a dry cloth. Never use solvents such as alcohol, thinner or benzene, since these will damage the printing and finish of the exterior.
MIDI Implementation Chart/MMC List/Maintenance/Specifications Mastering Mode 1 : 4 Real track + 2 Additional track (Sampling Rate: 44.1kHz/ 16-bit linear) : 4 Real track (Sampling Rate: 44.1kHz/16-bit linear) Mastering Mode 2 : 0.008% (Mastering mode 1, 2) Signature : 1/4, 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 5/4, 1/8, 3/8, 5/8, 6/8, 7/8, 8/8 : quarter note (1/4 note) = 30 ~ 250 Tempo * 32kHz/16-bit linear (Normal mode), Corresponds to DAT 32kHz/SP mode. * 44.
Declaration of EC Directive This equipment is compatible with the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) - Directive on approximation of member nation's ordinance concerning the electromagnetic compatibility and with the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) - Directive on approximation of member nation's ordinance concerning electric equipment designed to be used within the specified voltage range.
INDEX [A] ABS time......................................24 Additional track...................26, 30 Analog recording......................28 Auto punch in/out....................43 Auto play....................................66 Auto return.................................67 Auto repeat.................................68 [B] Backup..............................................76 Bar/beat resolution setting......92 Move and paste.........................56 Metronome function........
FOSTEX CORPORATION 3-2-35, Musashino, Akishima-shi, Tokyo, Japan 196-0021 FOSTEX CORPORATION OF AMERICA 15431, Blackburn Ave., Norwalk, CA 90650, U. S. A. C PRINTED IN JAPAN APR.
