Fostex FD-4 User Manual

8288 665 000

Model FD-4

Ownerís Manual Supplement

By updating the software to V1.10, the FD-4 save/load functions will be extended. In

addition to the current save/load functions using a DAT, saving/loading song data

to/from either a removable or fixed external SCSI drive is possible.

In accordance with the above improvement, a new menu [Bk Format ?] which for-

mats the diskette for backup purpose is newly added in the SETUP mode.

In this supplement, the way to save/load song data using an external SCSI drive

and [Bk Format ?] are only mentioned. For save/load function using a DAT and

other SETUP mode, please refer to the original FD-4 Ownerís Manual.

Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Saving/Loading Song Data using SCSI Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Extension of SETUP Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Extension of other SETUP menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Backup SCSI drive connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Saving/Loading data using a SCSI drive as the current drive . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Saving/Loading data using a 2.5-inch internal hard disk as the current drive . . .

Reformatting a formatted disk (removable type) for backup . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Reformatting a formatted disk (fixed type) for backup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

FD-4 Ownerís Manual Supplement

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read instructions - All the safety and operating instruc-

tions should be read before the appliance is operated.

Retain instructions - The safety and operating instructions

should be retained for future reference.

Heed warnings - All warnings on the appliance and in the

operating instructions should be adhered to.

Follow instructions - All operating and use instructions

should be followed.

Water and Moisture - The appliance should not be used

near water - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl,

kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a

swimming pool, and the like.

Carts and Stands - The appliance should be used only

with a cart or stand that is recommended by the manufac-

turer.

An appliance and cart combination should be moved with

care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces

may cause the appliance and cart combination to over-

turn.

Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The appliance should be

mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the

manufacturer.

Ventilation - The appliance should be situated so that its

location or position does not interfere with its proper ven-

tilation. For example, the appliance should not be situ-

ated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block

the ventilation openings; or, placed in a built-in installa-

tion, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the

flow of air through the ventilation openings.

Heat - The appliance should be situated away from heat

sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other

appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

Power Sources - The appliance should be connected to a

power supply only of the type described in the operating

instructions or as marked on the appliance.

Grounding or Polarization - The precautions that should

be taken so that the grounding or polarization means of

an appliance is not defeated.

Power Cord Protection - Power supply cords should be

routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or

pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying

particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience recep-

tacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.

Cleaning - The appliance should be cleaned only as rec-

ommended by the manufacturer.

Nonuse Periods - The power cord of the appliance should

be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long

period of time.

Object and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so that

objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the en-

closure through openings.

Damage requiring Service - The appliance should be ser-

viced by qualified service personnel when:

Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the ap-

pliance beyond that described in the operating instruc-

tions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified

service personnel.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH

WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,

FULLY INSERT.

POUR …VITER LES CHOCS …LECTRIQUES,

INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE

LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRE-

SPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER

JUSQU' AU FOND.

CAUTION:

ATTENTION:

The exclamation point within an equilateral

triangle is intended to alert the user to the

presence of important operating and mainte-

nance (servicing) instructions in the literature

accompanying the appliance.

The lightening flash with arrowhead symbol,

within an equilateral triangle, is intended to

alert the user to the presence of uninsulated

ìdangerous voltageî within the product's en-

closure that may be of sufficient magnitude to

constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

ìWARNINGî

ìTO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOIS-

TURE.î

The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged;

Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the

appliance; or

The appliance has been exposed to rain; or

The appliance does not appear to operate normally or

exhibits a marked changed in performance; or

The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure

damaged.

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INPUT 3

R MON OUT L

R ST OUT L

AUX RTN 1

R MONO/L

AUX RTN 2

R MONO/L

2 AUX SEND 1

4 INSERT 3

INPUT 4

SCSI

OUTIN

DATA

RECORDER IN

LIN

MIDI

OUT

PUNCH

IN/OUT

DATA

MIDI

As indicated below, saving/loading song data procedures using a SCSI backup drive differ from that using a DAT.

Saving/Loading Song Data using SCSI Drive

Following about five seconds of pilot signal (shown in gray in the diagram below), song data in the current drive is

output to a connected DAT. Two tracks of audio data (shown in black in the diagram) are output. To save data from

Real tracks 1-4, two-track data will be output twice, which takes twice as much time as the song duration (ABS 0 to

REC END). To save all data including Additional tracks 5-6, two-track data will be output three times, which takes

three times the song duration. Save data is also loaded two tracks at a time.

Using a DAT (S/P DIF digital signal) (Saving/Loading individual Program data: only in Mastering mode)

DAT tape

All Real Track data and Additional track data is output simultaneously to a SCSI disk as shown in black in the

diagram. Therefore, saving and loading a Program takes much less relative to a DAT. No pilot signal or beep is

recorded. If the available disk space is smaller than the song data size, you may use multiple disks (up to 99 disks)

to save and load an entire song.

Using a SCSI disk (Saving/Loading individual Program Data: in any mode)

SCSI disk

Backup SCSI Drive Connection

SCSI Drive to be used as Current Drive

SCSI Drive to be used for Backup

< SCSI ID Number Setting >

Set the ID number to an elective one among ì1 through 5î.

Set the ID number to ì6î.

SCSI drive for backup

(ID number = 6)

Current SCSI Drive

(ID number = 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5)

Be sure to attach a terminator

on the second SCSI drive

SCSI terminal

The FD-4 with updated software allows you to connect a backup SCSI drive in addition to the current SCSI drive at the same

time. For those who use the SCSI drive as the current drive, referring to the diagram below, connect the two SCSI drives in chain

regardless of the connection order.

When connecting the two SCSI drives, set the SCSI ID number as listed below. Also be sure to attach a terminator on the second

SCSI drive to terminate the SCSI chain. For your information, the backup SCSI drives which can be used on the FD-4 are listed

in the <List of SCSI drive and media checked for function> in the first page of original ownerís manual.

Trk 1&2

Trk 3&4 Trk 5&6

Program 1 (P01)

Program 2 (P02) Program 99 (P99)

Trk 1 & 2 & 3 & 4 & 5 & 6

Program 1 (P01)

Program 2 (P02) Program 99 (P99)

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INPUT 3

R MON OUT L

R ST OUT L

AUX RTN 1

R MONO/L

AUX RTN 2

R MONO/L

2 AUX SEND 1

4 INSERT 3

INPUT 4

SCSI

OUTIN

DATA

RECORDER IN

LIN

MIDI

OUT

PUNCH

IN/OUT

DATA

MIDI

INPUT 3

R MON OUT L

R ST OUT L

AUX RTN 1

R MONO/L

AUX RTN 2

R MONO/L

2 AUX SEND 1

4 INSERT 3

INPUT 4

SCSI

OUTIN

DATA

RECORDER IN

LIN

MIDI

OUT

PUNCH

IN/OUT

DATA

MIDI

For those who use an optional 2.5î internal hard disk drive, saving and loading song data is realized by simply connecting a

backup SCSI drive shown below. As mentioned before, the ID number for backup SCSI drive must be set to ì6î and attach the

terminator .

SCSI drive for backup

(ID number = 6)

Be sure to attach a terminator to

one of either SCSI terminals.

FD-4 with an optional 2.5î hard disk

drive retrofitted

Saving/loading data using a SCSI drive as the current drive

This section explains how to save and load data between a current SCSI drive (removable or fixed) and a backup SCSI drive.

Turn off the power of all the connected devices before you make connections.

Save

Load

Current drive

Backup drive

(ID number = ì6î)

FD-4

SCSI drive connection and preparation

Data recorded in the current drive has a name, such as

Program 1 or Program 2. (These titles appear abbrevi-

ated, such as [P01], [P02].)

On the other hand, a backup disk manages data using

different titles, such as Backup 1 or Backup 2. (These

appear abbreviated, such as [B01] or [B02] on the dis-

play.)

For example, Program 1 (P01) on the current drive disk

is saved as Backup 1 (B01) for the backup disk.

Connect your backup SCSI drive to the SCSI connector

on the current drive. Be sure to attach a terminator on the

second SCSI drive to terminate the SCSI chain regardless

of connection order.

Be sure to set the ID number for the backup SCSI drive to

ì6î. Also be sure to set the ID number for the current

drive to an elective one among ì1 through 5î.

Prepare the disk recorded as the current drive and a backup

disk (unformatted at this stage).

Unlike the save/load operation using a DAT, you cannot abort the save/load operation that uses a SCSI drive

while in process. Nor can you monitor audio data during operation. Also, you cannot load data to a disk

formatted in a recording mode that differs from that on the backup disk. For example, you cannot load data

from a backup disk in Normal mode to a disk in Mastering mode.

Note:

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