8588103000
(479095)
Model
LIVE RECORDING MIXER
Ownerʼs manual
LR16
<Note>:
hancement or improvement. Check the information about the latest
software version from the Fostex website (http://www.fostexinterna
tional.com/), Fostex service station or your local Fostex dealer.
You can upgrade the software yourself. See page 80 for details about
how to upgrade the software.
The LR16 will be upgraded to a new version for feature en-
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Model LR16
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.
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. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions
should be read before the appliance is operated.
2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions
should be retained for future reference.
3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the appliance and in the
operating instructions should be adhered to.
4. Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should
be followed.
5. 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.
6. Carts and Stands - The appliance should be used only with a
cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer.
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 overturn.
7. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The appliance should be mounted
to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.
8. Ventilation - The appliance should be situated so that its location
or position dose not interfere with its proper ventilation.
For example, the appliance should not be situated on a bed,
sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation
openings; or, placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase
or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation
openings.
9. Heat - The appliance should be situated away from heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
10. 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.
11. Grounding or Polarization - The precautions that should be
taken so that the grounding or polarization means of an
appliance is not defeated.
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE
BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
ATTENTION:
POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES,
INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA
FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA
PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU' AU FOND.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral
triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure
that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended
to alert the user to the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
12. 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 receptacles, and the point where they
exit from the appliance.
13. Cleaning - The appliance should be cleaned only as
recommended by the manufacturer.
14. Nonuse Periods - The power cord of the appliance should be
unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of
time.
15. Object and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so that objects
do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through
openings.
16. Damage Requiring Service - The appliance should be serviced
by qualified service personnel when:
A. The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the
appliance; or
C. The appliance has been exposed to rain; or
D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or
exhibits a marked change in performance; or
E. The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure
damaged.
17. Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the appliance
beyond that described in the operating instructions.
All other servicing should be referred to qualified service
personnel.
18. The appliance should be situated away from drops of water or
spray of water.
19. Objects containing liquid such as vase must not be put on the
appliance.
20. The appliance is not completely isolated from the power supply
even if the power switch is at off position.
21. Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and
no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on
the apparatus.
22. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
23. An appliance with a protective earth terminal should be
connected to a mains outlet with a protective earth connection.
24. An appliance should be placed in a position where an AC plug
/ inlet can be easily pulled out by hand.
25. Main plug is used as the disconnection device. It shall remain
readily operable and should not be obstructed during intended
use. To be completely disconnected the apparatus from supply
mains, the mains plug of the apparatus shall be disconnected
from the mains socket outlet completely.
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Important Safety Instructions
Model LR16
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources
such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
or other apparatus (including amplifiers)
that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized or grounding-type plug.
A polarized plug has two blades with one
wider than the other. A grounding type
plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your safety.
If the provided plug does not fit into your
outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10) Protect the power cord from being
walked on or pinched particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories
specified by the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use caution when
moving the cart/apparatus combination
to avoid injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning
storms or when unused for long periods
of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any
way, such as power-supply cord or plug
is damaged, liquid has been spilled or
objects have fallen into the apparatus,
the apparatus has been exposed to rain
or moisture, does not operate normally,
or has been dropped.
15) Excessive sound pressure from
earphones and headphones can cause
hearing loss.
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Model LR16
Table of contents
Safety instructions ..........................................................................................................2
Introduction .........................................................................................................9
About power supply ........................................................................................................9
Precautions in installation ..............................................................................................9
Notes on handling the internal hard disk drive ............................................................9
About version upgrade .................................................................................................10
Condensation ................................................................................................................10
Cleaning the exterior .....................................................................................................10
About copyrights ...........................................................................................................10
About damage ................................................................................................................10
Overview ..............................................................................................................11
Main features .................................................................................................................11
Mixer section (control unit) features ............................................................................11
Recorder section (main unit) features .........................................................................17
Before using the unit ........................................................................................13
Unpacking the carton ....................................................................................................13
Usage examples of LR16 ..........................................................................................14
<Usage example 1> Integrating the main unit and control unit ..................................17
<Usage example 2> Mounting the main unit and control unit on the rack ..................17
<Usage example 3> Setting the main unit and control unit separately ......................17
Integrating the control unit and main unit ..................................................................15
Preparation of power supply ........................................................................................17
Connecting the power cord .........................................................................................17
T urning on the power ...................................................................................................17
Procedures of turning on the power after connecting peripheral devices ..................17
Procedures of turning off the power after connecting peripheral devices ..................17
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Connection to external devices ......................................................................18
Connection example (live recording) .........................................................................18
Connection example (home recording) .....................................................................19
Balanced and unbalanced inputs/outputs ................................................................20
Names and functions .......................................................................................21
Control unit (input channel 1 through 16) ..................................................................22
Control unit (master channel) ......................................................................................24
Control unit (rear panel) ................................................................................................27
Main unit (front panel) ...................................................................................................27
Main unit (rear panel) .....................................................................................................29
Display details .............................................................................................................30
HOME screen ..............................................................................................................30
MENU mode screen ....................................................................................................31
Memory play setup mode screen ................................................................................31
Mixer functions (Mixer basics) ........................................................................34
Signal flow of the mixer ................................................................................................34
Connecting sources .....................................................................................................35
Connecting sources to the input connectors ..............................................................35
Phantom power supply setting ...................................................................................35
Selecting channel source ............................................................................................35
Adjusting the input level ...............................................................................................35
Low-cut filter ................................................................................................................36
Limiter ..........................................................................................................................36
Equalizer .........................................................................................................................36
EQ HIGH .....................................................................................................................37
EQ MID ........................................................................................................................ 37
EQ LO ......................................................................................................................... .37
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Model LR16
Using an external effect processor .............................................................................37
Using AUX 1, 2 and 3 ...................................................................................................37
Using Insert ..................................................................................................................38
Using the internal effects processor ...........................................................................38
Applying the internal effects ........................................................................................38
About the effect types ..................................................................................................39
Monitoring ......................................................................................................................39
Solo monitor .................................................................................................................40
Channel grouping ..........................................................................................................40
Using SUB IN ..................................................................................................................41
Block diagram ................................................................................................................42
Recorder functions (Recording/Pla ybac k) ...................................................43
The basics of the recorder ............................................................................................44
Recording types ..........................................................................................................44
Recording modes ........................................................................................................45
Project ....................................................................................................................... ...45
Live recording ................................................................................................................46
Preparation of recording ..............................................................................................48
Adjusting recording level of each channel ...................................................................48
Adjusting output level of the stereo L/R b us ................................................................49
Perf orming recording ...................................................................................................49
Playback of the project .................................................................................................50
Multitrack recording ......................................................................................................51
Overdubbing ................................................................................................................51
Mixdown ......................................................................................................................52
Punch in/out ...................................................................................................................54
Punch in/out using the keys .........................................................................................54
Punch in/out using the footswitch ................................................................................55
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Recorder functions (Memory play) .................................................................57
Setting on the memory play setup screen .................................................................58
Assigning stereo mix files ............................................................................................58
Selecting a channel pair for memory play ...................................................................59
Selecting the memory play mode ................................................................................59
Performing memory play ..............................................................................................60
Recorder functions (Mark function) ...............................................................61
Adding a mark ................................................................................................................61
Adding a mark on-the-fly .............................................................................................61
Adding a mark via the mark list screen ........................................................................61
Locating to a mark point ...............................................................................................62
Editing a mark ................................................................................................................62
Editing a mark label .....................................................................................................62
Editing a mark position ................................................................................................63
Deleting a mark ..............................................................................................................64
Recorder functions (Project management) ...................................................65
Selecting a project .........................................................................................................65
Creating a new project ..................................................................................................65
Editing a project name ..................................................................................................66
Rolling back a project ....................................................................................................67
Saving a project to an external medium .....................................................................68
Copying a stereo mix file to an external medium ......................................................70
Protecting a project .......................................................................................................72
Deleting a project ...........................................................................................................7 2
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Recorder functions (File transfer to/from a computer) ................................74
Connecting the LR16 to a personal computer ..........................................................74
Enabling USB connection ............................................................................................74
Copying data from the LR16 to a computer ...............................................................76
Copying data from a computer to the LR16 ...............................................................76
Recorder functions (Other functions) ............................................................77
Adjusting the display contrast .....................................................................................77
Selecting the footswitch function ...............................................................................77
Formatting the internal hard disk ................................................................................78
Initializing the system memory ....................................................................................78
Assigning the destinations of SUB IN and the memory play signals ....................79
T o assign the destination channels of SUB IN ............................................................79
T o assign the destination channels of Memory play ...................................................80
Software version upgrade ............................................................................................80
MIDI synchronization ....................................................................................................82
Setting frame rate ........................................................................................................82
Setting FS/Bit of project ................................................................................................83
Specifications ....................................................................................................84
Inputs/Outputs ...............................................................................................................84
Recording/Playbac k ......................................................................................................84
General ............................................................................................................................85
Physical dimensions .....................................................................................................85
MIDI Implementation Chart ..........................................................................................86
Declaration of EC Directive ..........................................................................................87
FOSTEX AMERICA LIMITED WARRANTY .................................................................88
INDEX ..............................................................................................................................90
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Model LR16 [Introduction/Overview]
Intr oduction
Thank you very much for purchasing the Model LR16.
The LR16 is a live recording mixer which consists of the control unit which is equipped with
a digital mixer and the main unit which is equipped with a recorder and I/O connectors.
To ensure the best performance, read this manual thoroughly before using the LR16. Keep
this manual handy for future reference.
About power supply
• Be sure to connect the LR16 to the power
supply specified in the specifications
section of this owner’s manual. Do not use
an AC outlet of any other voltage.
• Do not connect the LR16 to the same AC
outlet to which devices that could
generate noise (such as a large motor or
dimmer), or the devices that consume a
large amount of power (such as an air
conditioning system or large electric
heater) are connected.
• If you use the LR16 in an area with a
different power voltage, first consult your
dealer or the nearest Fostex service
station. You can use the LR16 with a power
frequency of 50Hz or 60Hz.
• It is very dangerous to use a power cord
that is frayed or damage. In such a case,
stop using the LR16 immediately and ask
your dealer to repair the cord.
• To avoid possible electric shock and
damage to the LR16, avoid contact with
water or other liquids, or do not handle
the power plug while your hands are wet.
• To prevent possible electric shock and
damage to the LR16, do not remove the
main unit cover or reach the inside the
LR16.
• Do not let water or other liquid, or metal
objects such as pins, accidentally enter the
inside of the LR16 because this may lead
to electric shock or damage.
Should water enter the inside of the LR16,
remove the power plug from AC outlet, and
consult your dealer or the nearest Fostex
service station.
• To prevent damage to the LR16, be sure to
power on the connected devices first, then
turn on the power to the LR16. When you
remove or connect the cables to the
input/output connectors on the LR16,
make sure that the channel and master
faders and volume controls are set “∞”.
Precautions on installation
• Do not install the unit in the following
conditions.
* In an extremely hot or cold place
* In a moist place
* In a vibrated place
* In a dusty place
* In a strong magnetic field or near a
device which generates a magnetic field
* In the direct sunshine
* In the direct shower or rain
• To integrate the main unit and control unit
or mount them to a rack, follow the
instruction described in this manual (note
that screws for rack mounting are not
supplied with the LR16).
Notes on handling the internal hard disk drive
• A hard disk drive for recording/playback
is built in the recorder section of the main
unit. When you move or install the LR16,
Do not apply mechanical shock or drop
the unit.
When you install the main unit and
control unit separately, wire the CAT-5
cable between these units with care to
avoid catching the cable with your foot.
<Note>:
hard disk drive should be done by an authorized service person. If the hard disk
drive malfunctions, contact your dealer or
the nearest Fostex service station.
The replacement of the internal
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Model LR16 [Introduction/Overview]
• You can format the internal hard disk drive
via the MENU mode. For details, see
“Formatting the internal hard disk drive”
on page 78.
About version upgrade
• The software of the LR16 will be upgraded
in the future. You can download the latest
software from our website and upgrade the
LR16 yourself. For details about how to
upgrade the LR16 to the latest software
version, see page 80.
Condensation
• When temperature and humidity change
suddenly (for example, when you move the
LR16 from a cold place to a warm place),
moisture condensation may occur to the
drive, display and panel. In such a case,
leave it with the power turned off for some
time until the moisture evaporates.
About CAT-5 cable
• Use only a CAT-5 STP cable for connection
between the main unit and the control
unit.
<Note>:
CAT-5 cable while the LR16 is powered on.
When you connect or disconnect a CAT-5
cable, make sure that the LR16 is powered
off.
Do not connect or disconnect a
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.
About copyrights
• It is prohibited by law to use any part of a
CD recording or video images or audio data
for which copyright is possessed by a third
party for commercial purposes such as
contents, broadcasts, sales, or distributionany purpose other than for your personal
pleasure.
About damage
• Fostex is not responsible for any “direct
damage” or “indirect damage” caused by
using the LR16.
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Model LR16 [Introduction/Overview]
Overview
The Model LR16 consists of the control unit which is equipped with a digital mixer with
intuitive analog like operation and the main unit which is equipped with a recorder and I/O
connectors. You can install the LR16 flexibly by integrating these units, mounting them on a
rack or setting them away from each other (up to 50 meter distance using a CAT-5 cable).
The LR16 is an ideal tool for schools, houses of worship, clubs, coffee houses, project studios,
mobile recording, rental sound/recording, etc.
<Note>:
This cable can be used when installing the LR16 by integrating the control and main
units. To mount them on a rack or set them away from each other, prepare an appropriate CAT-5 cable which has enough length (up to 50 m).
The CAT-5 cable supplied with the LR16 is approximately 50 cm length.
Main features
Mixer section (control unit) features
• Digitally controlled trim on each input channel, allowing optimum input level
adjustment for each mic/line input.
• Fostex originally-developed digital effect unit (reverb/delay) is built in, allowing
selection from 12 effect types.
• Provides 16 input faders, four group faders and stereo master fader, allowing
analog like operation.
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Model LR16 [Introduction/Overview]
• 3-band (High/Mid/Low) input equalizer on each input channel.
• Insertion point on input channel 1 through 8, allowing connection to an external
comp/limiter, etc.
• XLR-phone combo type connector provided on each input channel, allowing mic or
line connection. In addition, phantom power can be supplied to each XLR
connector, allowing use of a condenser microphone. (You can turn on or off
phantom power in eight channel groups.)
• Four group outputs allow connection to an external mixer or multitrack recorder.
• Aux and effect sends allow connection to an external effect unit, a stage monitor
system, etc.
Recorder section (main unit) features
• Built in a large capacity hard disk drive which allows up to 16 track digital
recording (approx. 16 hour recording in 44.1 kHz/16 bit, 80GB).
• In addition to up to 16 track recording, stereo mix recording is possible.
Also, multitracks and stereo mix can be recorded simultaneously.
• Mark function allows locating to a mark.
• 132 x 64 dot graphic LCD allows viewing the level meters and information at a
glance.
• Memory play function is provided, allowing instant playback using the numeric
keys as well as a footswitch (the footswitch function can be selected using the
System menu of the MENU mode).
• Punch in/out function using the panel keys as well as a footswitch.
• By connecting a computer to the [USB PC] port, you can transfer audio files (note
that you cannot simultaneously use the [USB HOST] port).
• By connecting a FAT16 and FAT32 formatted USB flash memory stick, you can
copy audio files or version upgrade file.
• From the [MIDI OUT] port, MTC (MIDI Time Code) can be output, allowing
synchronization with external MIDI devices (the MTC frame rate can be selected
between 25 fps and 30 fps via the System menu of the MENU mode).
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Model LR16 [Before using the unit]
Before using the unit
Read this chapter carefully before using the unit.
Unpacking the carton
Unpack the carton and inspect the contents for damage or shortages.
The following contents should be found in the carton. If you find any damage or shortages,
contact your Fostex dealer.
Main unit (including recorder section and I/O connector sections) x 1
Power cord x 1
Controller unit x 1
CAT-5 STP cable (approx. 50 cm) x 1
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Operation manual x 1
Model LR16 [Before using the unit]
Usage examples of LR16
The control unit and main unit of the LR16 are separated. You can set these units flexibly.
<Usage example 1>
Integrating the main unit and control unit.
You can integrate the main unit and control unit.
Use the supplied CAT-5 cable (approx. 50
cm length) to connect between the units.
See the next page for details about how
to integrate the units.
<Usage example 2>
Mounting the main unit and control unit on the rack.
As shown on the right, you can mount
each unit to the rack. In this case, use a
CAT-5 cable which has enough length
for connecting between the units (the
cable supplied with the LR16 is approximately 50 cm length).
<Note>:
connection between the main unit and the
control unit.
Use only a CAT-5 STP cable for
<Usage example 3>
Setting the main unit and control unit separately.
You can set the main unit and control unit over a 50 meter distance. In such a case, use a
CAT-5 cable which has enough length for connecting between the units (the cable supplied with the LR16 is approximately 50 cm length).
<Note>:
cable for connection between
the main unit and the control
unit.
Use only a CAT-5 STP
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Model LR16 [Before using the unit]
Integrating the control unit and main unit
Follow the procedure below to integrate the control unit and main unit.
<Note>:
Work on a flat and stable surface. It is recommended to put the units on a soft
cloth (or blanket) to protect the units.
<Necessary items>
• Phillips-head screwdriver (which matches the fixing screws for rack mounting)
• The supplied CAT-5 cable
(1) Remove the rack mount angles attached to the side panels of each unit.
The removed rack mount angles and fixing screws are used in step (3) below, so be
careful not to loose them.
Rack mount angle
Main unit
Rack mount angle
Rack mount angle
Rack mount angle
Control unit
(2) Connect the [ETHER] connector of the control unit and the [CONTROLLER] connector
of the main unit using the supplied CAT-5 cable.
The cable should run through the cable guides fixed near the connectors of the both
units (see below).
<Note>:
cable while the LR16 is powered on.
When you connect or disconnect a CAT-5 cable,
make sure that the LR16 is powered off.
<Note>:
Do not connect or disconnect a CAT-5
Cable guide
CONTROLLER
Main unit
Control unit
Insert the connector of the cable firmly in the correct direction.
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(3) Using the rack mount adaptors remo ved from the control unit, fix the control unit and
main unit.
Attach the rack mount adaptors to the both left and right sides in the direction shown
below. Use four screws for each side.
Rack mount adaptor
After attaching the adaptor
(4) Put the CAT-5 cable into the space between the rubber feet and mounting bracket
(indicated by arrows below).
The space between the rubber feet and mounting bracket is narrow, so be careful not to
damage the cable when you put it into the space.
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Preparation of power supply
Connecting the power cord
Using the supplied power cord, connect the [AC IN] connector on the rear
panel of the main unit and the AC
outlet.
Model LR16 [Before using the unit]
<Note>:
cord.
Use only the supplied power
[POWER] switch
AC outlet
Turning on the power
Press down the [POWER] switch on the
rear panel of the main unit to turn on
the power.
After a while, the LR16 normally starts
up and the display on the recorder
unit shows "<No project>" (indicating
that nothing is recorded on the
recorder's hard disk).
For details about recording, see "Mixer
function" on page 33 and "Recorder
function" on page 43.
To turn on or off the LR16 and peripheral devices which are connected to the LR16,
follow the proper procedures described below.
Procedures of turning on the power after connecting peripheral devices
<Note>:
the LR16, make sure that the channel faders and monitor gain control of the LR16, as
well as the volume control of an monitor amplifier (or powered monitor speaker), are set
to minimum. Otherwise, a loud sound may be produced suddenly that may damage the
speaker or your hearing.
(1) Turn on the devices connected to the [INPUT] connectors to the LR16.
(2) Turn on the LR16.
(3) Turn on the monitor amplifier (or powered monitor speaker).
Before turning on or off the LR16 and peripheral devices which are connected to
Procedures of turning off the power after connecting peripheral de vices
(1) Turn off the monitor amplifier (or powered monitor speaker).
(2) Turn off the LR16.
(3) Turn off the devices connected to the [INPUT] connectors to the LR16.
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Model LR16 [Connection to external devices]
Connection to external de vices
Connection example (live recording)
<Note>:
Before making connection between the LR16 and external devices, make sure
that all devices including the LR16 are turned off, as well as all faders and level controls
are down.
Synthesizer
Drums
Guitar
INSERT
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Recorder
V ocals
R STEREO OUT (+4dBu) L
GROUP (+4dBu)
ST MIX OUT (-10dBV)
EFF SEND (-2dBu)
USB
MIDI OUT
AUX SEND (-2dBu)
INPUT
FOOT SW CONTROLLER PANEL LOCK
GuitarBass
LOCK
PHANTOM
POWER
Main speakers
1
2
TRIM
TRIM
TRIM
SOURCE
SOURCE
SOURCE
Effect processor
5
43
TRIM
TRIM
TRIM
SOURCE
SOURCE
SOURCE
Comp/limiter
Comp/limiter
Stage monitors
Stage monitors
Stage monitors
Headphones
Personal monitor
6
TRIM
TRIM
SOURCE
SOURCE
TRIM
SOURCE
TRIM
SOURCE
10
TRIM
SOURCE
TRIM
SOURCE
TRIM
SOURCE
11
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TRIM
SOURCE
15
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16
TRIM
TRIM
SOURCE
SOURCE
Player (MD, CD etc.)
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Model LR16 [Connection to external devices]
Connection example (home recording)
<Note>:
Before making connection between the LR16 and external devices, make sure
that all devices including the LR16 are turned off, as well as all faders and level controls
are down.
Synthesizer
Personal computer
MTR
R STEREO OUT (+4dBu) L
GROUP (+4dBu)
ST MIX OUT (-10dBV)
Microphones
Drum machine
EFF SEND (-2dBu)
MIDI OUT
USB
Bass
INPUT
AUX SEND (-2dBu)
FOOT SW CONTROLLER PANEL LOCK
LOCK
Guitar Guitar
INSERTINSERTINSERTINSERTINSERTINSERTINSERT
PHANTOM
POWER
INSERT
Personal monitor
1
2
TRIM
TRIM
TRIM
TRIM
SOURCE
SOURCE
SOURCE
SOURCE
Comp/limiter
Effect processor
Comp/limiter
Recorder
Personal computer
Footswitch
Headphones
Personal monitor
5
43
6
TRIM
TRIM
TRIM
SOURCE
SOURCE
SOURCE
TRIM
SOURCE
TRIM
SOURCE
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TRIM
SOURCE
10
TRIM
SOURCE
TRIM
SOURCE
TRIM
SOURCE
11
TRIM
SOURCE
15
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TRIM
TRIM
SOURCE
SOURCE
Player (MD, CD etc.)
or sub mixer
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Model LR16 [Connection to external devices]
Balanced and unbalanced inputs/outputs
For connection between a recording mixer such as the LR16 and external devices (such as a
microphone, keyboard, recorder, etc), shielded cables are used. There are two types of cables
- balanced and unbalanced.
Cold
Hot
Shield (ground)
Outer
jacket
Balanced
Unbalanced
Balanced
The advantage of a balanced cable is its
ability to reject external interference.
Therefore, it is suitable for handling a small
level signal or transferring over long distances. The LR16 provides the following
balanced connectors.
Inputs/outputs Connectable connectors
[INPUT 1-16]
[STEREO OUT (L, R)]
[GROUP OUT 1 - 4]
[PHONES]
XLR-3-12 connector, 3-conductor TRS or 2-conductor
phone plug
XLR-3-11 connector
2-conductor phone plug
3-conductor TRS phone plug
Unbalanced
An unbalanced cable is mainly used for
handling line level signals.
The LR16 provides the following balanced
connectors.
Inputs/outputs Connectable connectors
[INSERT 1 - 8]
[EFF SEND]
[AUX SEND 1 - 3]
[ST MIX OUT (L, R)]
[MONITOR OUT (L, R)]
[TAPE IN (L, R)]
3-conductor TRS phone plug
2-conductor phone plug
2-conductor phone plug
RCA pin plug
2-conductor phone plug
RCA pin plug
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コネクタの種類
コネクタの種類コネクタの種類
Connector types
XLR-3-11 connector
(balanced)
XLR-3-12 connector
(balanced)
RCA pin plug
(unbalanced)
3-conductor TRS phone
plug (balanced)
2-conductor phone plug
(unbalanced)
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1
3
1
2
3
Ground
1
2
3
Tip
Sleeve
MON OUT/AUX SEND
GROUP OUT/EFF SEND
Tip
Ring
Sleeve Ground
INSERT
Tip
Ring
Sleeve
PHONES/INPUT
Tip
Ring
Sleeve Ground
Tip
Sleeve
Hot
Cold
Sleeve
Sleeve
Sleeve
Tip
Hot
Ground
Tip
Ring
Hot
Cold
Output
Input
Ground
L
R
Tip
Hot
Ground
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Model LR16 [Names and functions]
Names and functions
INPUT
R STEREO OUT (+4dBu) L
GROUP (+4dBu)
ST MIX OUT (-10dBV)
EFF SEND (-2dBu)
USB
AUX SEND (-2dBu)
MIDI OUT
Main unit (Rear panel)
Main unit (Front panel)
Control unit (Rear panel)
FOOT SW CONTROLLER PANEL LOCK
INSERT
INSERTINSERTINSERTINSERTINSERTINSERTINSERT
LOCK
PHANTOM
POWER
Control unit (Top panel)
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Model LR16 [Names and functions]
Control unit (input channel 1 through 16)
1
2
3
4
(1) [TRIM] control
Adjusts the gain of each input signal. Set this control appropriately
so that the [PEAK] indicator lights at the maximum input level.
By adjusting this control appropriately, the LR16 can accept a signal
within -60dBu and -12dBu for mic input, while it can accept a signal
within -40dBu and +8dBu for line input.
<Note>:
[TRIM] control is ineffective to the source signal (recorder
track signal or the signal from the [SUB IN] connector).
When the [SOURCE] select switch is set to "TRK", the
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(2) [PEAK] indicator
Lights up when an input channel signal overloads. You should set
the [TRIM] control appropriately so that this indicator does not light
frequently.
(3) [LOW CUT] switch
Switches on ( ) or off ( ) of the low cut filter (high pass filter).
When on, the frequency range below 80 Hz is cut at -12 dB/oct. This
function is performed in the analog stage.
(4) [LIMITER] switch
Switches on ( ) or off ( ) of the limiter function. The limiter
works to prevent signal clipping when the input level exceeds the
certain level. The limiter function is performed in the analog stage.
(5) [SOURCE (INPUT/TRK)] switch
Selects the source signal for each input channel. When the switch is
set to the up position ( ), the signal fed to the [INPUT] connector
is selected. When the switch is set to the down position ( ), the
recorder playback signal is selected. Pressing the switch toggles the
source signal. When selecting the recorder playback signal ( ),
the [TRIM] control is not effective.
(6) [EQ HI/MID/LO] controls
These controls control gain for each EQ band (high, middle, and
low) , as well as the middle frequency.
When you set the gain control at the center position, no boost or cut
is applied.
The following table shows the EQ type, center (or cut-off) frequency
and boost/cut range of each EQ band.
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Band
HIGH
MID
LOW
EQ type
Shelving type
Peaking type
Shelving type
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Center (or cut-off)
frequency
12kHz
100 Hz to 8 kHz (sweepable)
80Hz
Boost/cut
range
+/-18dB
Model LR16 [Names and functions]
(7) [POST/PRE] switch
Selects post-fader or pre-fader feed of the AUX 1 buss (each press of
the switch alternates the selection).
When the switch is set to the up ( ) position, post-fader is
selected. When the switch is set to the down ( ) position,
pre-fader is selected.
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(8) [AUX 1] control
Adjusts the signal level fed to the AUX 1 buss from each input
channel. The post-fader or pre-fader signal selected by the [POST/
PRE] switch is fed to the AUX 1 buss.
(9) [AUX 2 (PRE)] control
Adjusts the signal level fed to the AUX 2 buss from each input
channel. The pre-fader signal is fed to the AUX 2 buss.
(10) [AUX 3 (POST)] contr ol
Adjusts the signal level fed to the AUX 3 buss from each input
channel. The post-fader signal is fed to the AUX 3 buss.
(11) [EFF] send control
Adjusts the signal level fed to the EFF buss from each input channel.
The post-fader signal is fed to the EFF buss, therefore, fader setting
affects the signal sent to the [EFF] buss.
(12) [P AN] contr ol
Determines the signal balance between the left and right of the
stereo busses or odd and even busses of group buss pairs 1-2 and
3-4.
Rotating the control to the right (clockwise) increases the amount of
the signal from the channel going to the right of the stereo buss,
while decreases the amount of the signal going to the left of the
stereo buss.
Rotating the control to the left (counterclockwise) increases the
amount of the signal from the channel going to the left of the stereo
buss, while decreases the amount of the signal going to the right of
the stereo buss.
(13) [MUTE] switch
Switches the mute function on or off. When the switch is set to the
down position ( ), the post fader signal of the channel is muted.
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(14) [ST/1-2/3-4] assign switches
Assign or deassign the input channel signal to the corresponding
buss pairs (Stereo, groups 1-2 or groups 3-4). When the switch is set
to the down position ( ), the signal is assigned to the
corresponding buss pair. You can assign the signal to more than one
buss pair at the same time.
(15) [SOLO] switch
Switches the solo function on or off. When the switch is set to the
down position ( ), the pre-fader signal can be monitored via the
solo buss. When the [SOLO] switch on any input channel is set to
ON, the [SOLO] indicator on the monitor section flashes.
(16) Channel fader
Adjusts the output level of the input channel.
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Control unit (Master channel)
(17) [SUB IN] jacks and control
You can connect a CD player, MD player, etc to the
jacks and adjust the input level using the control. By
default, the input signals from the [SUB IN] jacks are
assigned to input channel 15 and 16, however, you
can change the assignment to any desired channel
pairs using the "Input" menu of the MENU mode.
(18) Monitor section
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(a) [MONITOR L/R] jacks
You can connect a monitor amplifier or powered
monitor speakers to these jacks. The output level
can be adjusted by the [MONITOR] control.
(b) [PHONES] jack
Connects headphones. You can adjust the output
level using the [PHONES] and [MONITOR] controls.
(c) [PHONES] control
Adjusts the output level of the [PHONE] jack.
(d) [MONITOR LEVEL] indicators
Indicate the output level of the monitor signal selected by the [MONITOR SELECT] switch (or the solo
monitor signal).
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(e) [SOLO] indicator
When at least one of the [SOLO] switches is set to
ON, the [SOLO] indicator slowly flashes, while the
solo monitor signal is output from the [MONITOR
(L/R)] and [PHONES] jacks.
(f) [MONITOR SELECT] switc h
Selects signals to be monitored. You can select from
Groups 1-2, Groups 3-4, Stereo and Effect return by
pressing the switch as many time as required.
When solo monitor is active, the selection is not effective.
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(19) [PHANTOM (1-8, 9-16)] indicators
Each indicator illuminates when the corresponding
[PHANTOM] switch ([1-8] or [9-16]) is set to ON. The
phantom power is supplied to the XLR connectors in
eight input groups.
(20) Internal effects section
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b
(a) [EFFECT] indicator
The current effect type selected by the [SELECT] up/
down switches illuminates.
(b) [SELECT] up/down switches
Select an effect type (the indicator for the selected
effect type illuminates).
When the [EFFECT] on/off switch is set to ON ( ),
the current effect is effective.
(c) [EFFECT] on/off switch
Switches the internal effects on ( ) or off ( ).
When the switch is set to the down position (ON),
the current effect selected by the [SELECT] up/down
switches is effective.
(21) Recorder control section
The keys in this section are used for controlling the
recorder on the main unit.
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(a) [NEW PRJ. REC] ke y
Pressing the key while at least one of tracks is recordarmed creates a new project onto the internal hard
disk and starts recording. (Note: Do not use this key
when you start recording in Insert mode.)
(b) [STOP] key
Locates to the beginning of the current project (ABS
0) and stops.
(c) [PLAY] key
Starts playback of the current project.
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Model LR16 [Names and functions]
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(22) [EFFECT T O GR OUP] contr ols
Each control adjusts the output level from the
internal effects to the corresponding group buss pairs
(1-2 or 3-4).
(23) [EFFECT T O STEREO] contr ol
Adjusts the output level from the internal effects to
the stereo busses.
(24) [EFFECT T O AUX (1, 2, 3)] contr ols
Each control adjusts the output level from the
internal effects to the corresponding AUX buss (1, 2
or 3).
(25) [AUX SEND] contr ols / [SOLO] switches
Each [AUX SEND] control adjusts the output level of
the corresponding AUX SEND (1, 2 or 3) output.
Each [SOLO] switch allows you to monitor the soloed
signal of the corresponding AUX SEND (1, 2 or 3)
output. When the switch is down, the solo function is
engaged. Each press of the switch toggles between
on and off.
(26) [MONITOR] control
Adjusts the output level of the [MONITOR (L/R)] and
[PHONES] jacks.
The output level of the [PHONES] jack is controlled
by the [PHONES] and [MONITOR] controls.
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(27) [EFF SEND] control / [SOLO] switch
Adjusts the output level of the EFFECT SEND .
Each [SOLO] switch allows you to monitor the soloed
signal of the EFFECT SEND output. When the switch
is down ( ), the solo function is engaged. Each press
of the switch toggles between on and off.
(28) [ASSIGN T O STEREO OUT] s witches
Each switch allows you to send the post signal of the
corresponding GROUP fader to the [STEREO OUT
L/R] jacks. When the switch is down, the signal is
sent.
(29) [OUTPUT LIMITER] switch
Activates or deactivates the limiter function for all
the buss outputs (stereo L/R outputs, group outputs
1 through 4, Aux send outputs 1 through 3, effect
send output, and monitor outputs). When the switch
is down ( ), the limiter function is active.
(30) [GROUP 1-4] faders
Each fader adjusts the output level of the
corresponding group output signal which is output
from the [GROUP OUT] jack.
(31) [STEREO] fader
Adjusts the output level of the stereo output signal
which is output from the [STEREO OUT (L/R)] and
[ST MIX OUT (L/R)] jacks.
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Control unit (rear panel)
Model LR16 [Names and functions]
(1) [TO CONTROLLER] connector
Used to connect to the [CONTROLLER]
connector of the main unit using the supplied
(or a different) CAT5 cable.
Main unit (front panel)
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(1) Display
Displays the input/output level of audio
signals or project information.
(2) [EXIT/NO] key
Used to exit the MENU mode or cancel the
setting in the MENU mode.
(3) [MENU/ENTER] knob
This knob has two functions. Rotating this knob
functions as the [MENU] dial, while pressing
this knob functions as the [ENTER] key.
In this manual, we describe it as the "[MENU]
dial" or "[ENTER] key" depending on whether
you use it by rotating it or pressing it.
[ENTER] key function:
Pressing it while the recorder is stopped enters
the MENU mode. It is also used to confirm a
setting or execute a function in the MENU mode.
[MENU] dial function:
In the MENU mode, rotating it selects an
option or enters an alphanumeric character for
a name.
While the Home screen is shown, you can
adjust the display contrast by rotating it.
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(4) Numeric keys
Pressing a numeric key performs instant start
of a mixed file set to the memory play list.
When you enter/edit a name (for example,
when editing a project name via the "Rename"
menu item in the "Project" menu of the MENU
mode), you can enter a desired character by
using an appropriate key.
(5) [CLEAR] key
When you edit a name (for example, when
editing a project name via the "Rename" menu
item in the "Project" menu of the MENU mode),
you can delete a character. When you edit time
data, you can reset the time value.
(6) [MEMORY STOP] key
Stops playback in memory play mode.
This key does not work except in memory play
mode.
(7) [MEMORY SETUP] key
Pressing this key enter the memory setup mode,
in which you can make setting required for
memory play.
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Model LR16 [Names and functions]
(8) [NEW PROJECT] key
Toggles the new project mode on and off.
When the new project mode is set to on, the
key illuminates. In this mode, if you press the
[PLAY] key while holding down the [RECORD]
key, the LR16 automatically creates a new
project onto the hard disk drive and starts
recording.
(9) Transport keys
[RECORD] key
If you press the key alone, the recorder enters
record ready mode. The key starts flashing
while the track meter for a record-armed track
on the display shows the input level of the track.
If you press the [PLAY] key while holding down
the [RECORD] key, the LR16 performs as
follows depending on whether the LR16 is in
new project mode or not.
• When the LR16 is in new pr oject mode:
The LR16 creates a new project and starts
recording.
• When the LR16 is not in new pr oject mode:
The LR16 starts recording to the current project
in insert mode.
In this condition, you can make additional
recording to the project or editing such as
punch in/out.
[STOP] key
Stops the transport except when memory play
is being performed.
If you press the [REWIND] or [F FWD] key while
holding down the [STOP] key, the LR16
performs as follows.
• [STOP] key + [REWIND] key
The LR16 locates to the beginning of the project
(ABS 0).
• [STOP] key + [F FWD] ke y
The LR16 locates to the recording end position
(REC END).
[PLAY] key
Starts playback of the current project.
[REWIND] key
When the transport is stopped, pressing this
key fast-rewinds the transport. During playback, pressing this key rewinds the transport
at 5x speed with audible cue.
If you press this key while holding down the
[STOP] key, the LR16 locates to the beginning
of the project (ABS 0).
[F FWD] key
When the transport is stopped, pressing this
key fast-forwards the transport. During playback, pressing this key forwards the transport
at 4x speed with audible cue.
If you press this key while holding down the
[STOP] key, the LR16 locates to the recording
end position (REC END).
(10) [ST MIX] key
You can record a stereo mix signal to the stereo
mix track. This key arms or disarms the stereo
mix track. When armed, the key flashes.
After recording starts, the key lights up.
You can record to the stereo mix track and
multitracks (1 through 16) simultaneously.
(11) [REC TRA CK SELECT (1-16)] ke ys
Each of these keys arms or disarms the
corresponding track. When armed, the key
flashes. After recording starts, the key lights
up.
<Note>:
while no track is record-armed (i.e. all the
[REC TRACK SELECT] keys are unlit), the LR16
automatically stops at the recording end position (REC END). If you start playback while
one or more tracks are record-armed, the
LR16 automatically stops at 24h00m00s. If
you start playback at any position after the
recording end position (REC END), the LR16
locates to REC END and stops.
If you start playback of the project
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Main unit (rear panel)
1
INPUT
Model LR16 [Names and functions]
131516
EFF SEND (-2dBu)
USB
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MIDI OUT
1114
R STEREO OUT (+4dBu) L
GROUP (+4dBu)
ST MIX OUT (-10dBV)
(1) [INPUT (1 through 16)] connectors
Each connector accepts a mic or line level
analog audio signal. The connector is a combo
type - a combined XLR connector and phone
jack in one. You can connect a microphone to
the XLR connector or connect a line signal to
the phone jack. (Note that you cannot use the
XLR receptacle and phone jack on a same combo
connector simultaneously.)
(2) [INSERT (1 through 8)] jacks
Each jack is used for connecting an external
effects processor such as a compressor/limiter.
To connect an external effects processor, use a
Y-cable as shown below.
AUX SEND (-2dBu)
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FOOT SW CONTROLLER PANEL LOCK
LOCK
PHANTOM
POWER
(5) [PHANTOM (1-8, 9-16)] switches
You can supply phantom power to the XLR
INPUT connectors in eight channel groups (1-8
and 9-16) using these switches.
When the [PHANTOM] switch is set to ON, the
corresponding [PHANTOM] indicator on the
control panel is illuminated.
(6) [PANEL LOCK (ON/OFF)] switch
You can disable the recorder operation from
the panel by setting this switch to "LOCK".
In this condition, the lock icon is shown on the
display. You can switch the panel lock setting
even during recording.
(7) [CONTROLLER] connector
Used to connect to the [TO CONTROLLER]
connector on the rear panel of the control unit
using the supplied (or a different) CAT-5 cable.
INSERT
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(3) [AC IN] connector
Used to connect the supplied power cord.
<Note>:
Use only the supplied power cord. A
different power cord may cause fire, etc.
Also note that when you hear thunder rumbling, disconnect the power cord from the
AC outlet.
(4) [POWER] switch
Turns on or off the LR16.
<Note>:
cessing the internal hard disk. Doing so may
destroy data. Even if you turn off the LR16,
it consumes a very small amount of power.
Therefore, it is recommended to disconnect
the power cord from the AC outlet if you do
not use the LR16 for a long time.
Do not turn off the LR16 while ac-
(8) [FOOT SW] jack
Used to connect to a footswitch for performing
punch in/out or memory play start.
You can set the footswitch function via the "Foot
SW" menu item in the "System" menu of the
MENU mode.
(9) [AUX SEND (1, 2, 3)] jacks
Each of these unbalanced phone jacks outputs
the corresponding AUX SEND buss signal at
-2dBu nominal level. You can connect to a stage
monitor, effects processor, etc.
(10) [MIDI OUT] port
Used to connect to the MIDI IN port of an
external MIDI device.
From this port, MTC (MIDI Time Code) is
output. The MTC frame rate can be set using
the "Default frame" menu item in the "System"
menu of the MENU mode.
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(11) [EFF SEND] jack
This unbalanced phone jack outputs the
EFFECT buss signal at -2dBu nominal level.
You can connect to the input jack of an effects
processor, etc.
(12) [USB HOST] port
By connecting a FAT16 or FAT32 USB memory
stick to this port, you can copy project data (or
stereo mix file) to the memory stick and then
transfer it to a computer. You can also use the
USB memory stick when upgrading the version.
(Note that you cannot use the [USB HOST] and
[USB PC] ports simultaneously.)
(13) [USB PC] port
By connecting to the [USB] port of a personal
computer using a USB cable, you can transfer
files between the computer and the LR16 by
the computer operation. (Note that you
cannot use the [USB HOST] and [USB PC] ports
simultaneously.)
(14) [GROUP OUT (1, 2, 3, 4)] connector s
These balanced phone jacks output the group
buss signals at +4dBu nominal level. You can
connect these jacks to input connectors of an
external mixer, etc.
(15) [ST MIX OUT (L, R)] jacks
These unbalanced RCA pin jacks output the
stereo L and R buss signals. You can connect
these jacks to an external master recorder, etc.
(16) [STEREO OUT (L, R)] connectors
These XLR balanced connectors output the
stereo L and R buss signals. You can connect
these connectors to a power amplifier for
driving main speakers on stage, etc.
Display details
HOME screen
While stopped or during playback or recording, the Home screen as below is shown.
On the Home screen, the following items are displayed.
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a) Project number
The project number of the current project is
displayed in three digits.
The project number of the first project created
on the internal hard disk is "001" and the
project number is counted up each time a
project is created.
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b) Project name
The project name of the current project is
displayed.
The project name of the first project created
on the internal hard disk is "PROJ001" and the
last three-digit number is counted up each time
a project is created.
You can specify the default project name via
the "Rename" menu item in the "Project" menu
of the MENU mode.
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c) Time display
The current ABS time of the current project is
displayed in "hour:minite:second:frame"
format. If no recording has been made to the
internal hard disk, the time display shows
"--H--M--S--F". During recording or playback,
the current recorder status icon is shown in
the frame digit, as below.
Recorder
During playback
During recording
During forwarding
During rewinding
Icon
d) Remain
The remaining time of the hard disk is
displayed. It is displayed only while arming
tracks or during recording. Increasing the
number of recording tracks decreases the
remaining time.
e) Sampling frequency and bit rate
The combination of sampling frequency and
bit rate currently selected in the "Default FS"
menu item in the "System" menu of the MENU
mode is displayed. When recording a new
project, this combination is applied.
If the displayed combination does not match
the current project, it flashes.
f) Protection
The lock icon is displayed when the current
project is protected. You cannot make
recording or editing when a protected project
is loaded. You can protect or deprotect the
current project using the "Protect" menu item
in the "Project" menu of the MENU mode.
i) Level meters for tracks 1 through 16
Each level meter shows the input (recording)
level when the corresponding track is in record
ready or record mode, while it shows the track
playback level when the corresponding track
is being played back.
j) Panel lock
When the panel lock function is engaged, the
panel lock key icon is displayed. When the lock
key is displayed, the operation keys on the
recorder section of the main unit are disabled.
MENU mode screen
While the recorder stopped, pressing the [ENTER]
key in the recorder section of the main unit enters
the MENU mode and brings up the following screen.
This screen allows you to select a main menu. By
using the [MENU] dial to highlight the desired main
menu and pressing the [ENTER] key, the display
shows the next menu level. (The ">" icon on the
screen indicates that the next menu level exists.)
There are the following five main menus.
1. Mark point menu
2. Project men u
3. Input menu
4. System menu
5. USB menu
g) Level meters for stereo b usses
The signal levels of the stereo L and R busses
are displayed.
h) T racks
A record-armed track is displayed in flashing.
When you starts recording, it changes from
flashing to lighting.
<Examples>
If you arm track 4: "4" flashes.
If you arm stereo mix track using the [ST
MIX] key: "LR" flashes.
Memory play setup mode screen
While the recorder stopped, pressing the [MEMORY
SETUP] key in the recorder section of the main unit
brings up the memory play setup screen as below.
In this screen, you can make setting for memory
play including the channel assignment, playlist
setting and play mode setting, as well as destination assignment of the "Sub In" signal.
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Mixer functions
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Mixer basics
Signal flow of the mixer
A mixer accepts audio signals and modifies them, then mixes them.
The following diagram shows how the input signals flow through the mixer section of the LR16.
As the diagram indicates, an analog signal from the [INPUT] connector is level-adjusted by the
[TRIM] control and converted to digital, then sent to the channel fader via the EQ. After the
channel fader, the pan control adjusts the left and right (or odd and even) balance of signal sent
to stereo left and right busses (or odd and even group busses). Then the stereo signal is finally
level-adjusted by the [STEREO] fader and output from the [STEREO OUT (L, R)] connectors.
A buss sums signals and mixes them. In the diagram below, busses are shown as pipes.
The LR16 provides the following eleven busses: stereo busses (L, R), group busses (1, 2, 3, 4), AUX
busses (1, 2, 3), effect buss and solo buss. Each buss sums signals. The mixed signal may be D/A
converted and fed to an external device, or directly fed to the internal effects.
The LR16 is equipped with a hard disk drive for recording and playback. You can perform up to
16 track multitrack recording as well as stereo mix recording. (You can perform multitrack and
stereo recording simultaneously.)
INPUT
A/D
LOW CUT
LIMITER
TRIM
HIGH
MID
LO
EQ
PRE/POST
SOLO
AUX2
AUX1
AUX3
EFF
PAN
EFF
Internal
Effector
EFFECT
TO STEREO
STEREO
L
ST
1-2
3-4
AUX2 AUX3
AUX1
EFFECT TO AUX (1, 2, 3)
EFFECT TO GROUP (1, 2, 3)
12
R
GROUP
SOLO
3
4
OUTPUT LIMITER
MONITOR
AUX SEND 1
AUX SEND 2
AUX SEND 3
EFF SEND
TO MONITOR OUT
OUTPUT
LIMITER
PHONES
D/A
OUTPUT
LIMITER
PHONES
D/A
D/A
D/A
D/A
L
R
D/A
D/A
D/A
D/A
PHONES
L
MONITOR
R
AUX SEND 1
AUX SEND 2
AUX SEND 3
EFF SEND
TO STEREO BUS
1
2
GROUP OUT
3
4
Recorder
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GROUP FADER (1, 2, 3, 4)
OUTPUT
LIMITER
STEREO FADER
TO MONITOR OUT
PHONES
D/A
D/A
D/A
STEREO MIX OUT
D/A
L
STEREO OUT
R
L
R
Model LR16 [Mixer functions]
Connecting sources
• Connecting sources to the input connectors
Each of mixer channels 1 through 16 provides
a combo type -- a combined XLR connector
and phone jack in one. You can connect a
microphone to the XLR connector or connect
a line signal to the phone jack. (The phone
jack can accept both balanced and unbalanced signals.)
You can adjust the input gain using the [TRIM]
control on each mixer channel strip.
INSERT
INSERTINSERTINSERTINSERT
K
PHANTOM
POWER
• Phantom power supply setting
48 V phantom power can be supplied to the
XLR input connectors. For most of condenser
microphones, the phantom power is required.
You can turn on or off phantom power using
the [PHANTOM] switches in eight channel
groups (1-8 and 9-16) using these switches.
INSERT
INSERTINSERTINSERTINSERTINSERTINSERT
CONTROLLER PANEL LOCK
LOCK
PHANTOM
POWER
<Memo>: When the [PHANTOM] switch is set
to ON, the corresponding [PHANTOM] indicator on the control panel is illuminated.
PHANTOM
<Note>:
When you turn on the phantom
power, make sure that the [TRIM] controls
on the corresponding mixer channels are set
fully left (minimum) or the LR16 is powered
off.
Usually phantom power does not damage a
dynamic microphone, however, do not connect an old ribbon microphone to an input
connector to which phantom power is supplied.
• Selecting channel source
Setting the [SOURCE] switch on each mixer
channel to "INPUT" (
) selects the channel
input signal. Setting the [SOURCE] switch to
"TRK" ( ) selects the track playback signal,
or the [SUB IN] signal or the memory play
signal when it is assigned to the channel.
Adjusting the input level
The [TRIM] control adjust the head amp gain
of each input signal. To get the optimum gain,
set this control appropriately so that the
[PEAK] indicator lights at the maximum input level.
By adjusting this control appropriately, the
LR16 can accept a signal within -60dBu and
-12dBu for an XLR connector is connected,
while it can accept a signal within -40dBu and
+8dBu when a phone plug is connected.
<Memo>: It is important to set the [TRIM] con-
trol appropriately. Otherwise, the signal may
be distorted or noisy.
Clipping level
Clipping level
Optimum gain
Too high
Too low
<Note>:
When you turn off phantom
power, the indicator is not immediately
turned off, however, phantom power is
immediately turned off.
<Note>:
The [TRIM] control the gain of the
head amplifier with a two-stage pre-amp and
there is a point where the gain is switched
(at approx. -35 dBu for XLR input, -15 dBu
for phone input). At this point, a noise may
be generated.
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<Gain adjustment while monitoring>
To adjust the gain while monitoring an input signal, connect headphones to the
[PHONES] jack (or connect a powered monitor speaker to the [MONITOR OUT] jacks) and
rotate the [PHONES] control (or [MONITOR]
control) little to the right from the leftmost
position. In this condition, perform the following.
1) Press the [SOLO] switch on the mixer
channel to solo the channel.
2) Input the source sound (from a microphone
or line).
3) Rotate the [PHONES] control (or [MONITOR]
control) clockwise graduall y.
4) Adjust the [TRIM] control to get the optimum
gain.
5) After adjusting the gain, press the [SOLO]
switch to de-solo the channel.
• Low-cut filter
The low-cut filter is often known as a highpass filter. It passes high frequencies and eliminates low frequencies.
By pressing the [LOW CUT] switch to set to
"ON" ( ), the ultra low frequencies under
80 Hz are eliminated with a -12 dB/octave
slope.
The low-cut filter helps prevent wind noise,
mic handling noise, etc. It is recommended
to enable the low-cut filter when you connect
a microphone.
Equalizer
You can tailor the sound using the channel
equalizer. For best results, the equalizer
should be used to make the sound natural.
LOW BOOST
LOW CUT
<Note>:
You can equalize the pre-fader signal
MID BOOST
MID CUT
which is not affected by the channel fader.
Note that you cannot equalize the signal sent
to a track for recording.
<Memo>: In general, the range of frequency
of sound that human beings can hear is about
20 Hz to 20 kHz. The following shows the frequency ranges of instruments and vocals.
Snare drum/Tom tom
Bass drum
Soprano saxophone
Tenor saxophone
Trumpet
Violin
Guitar
10
20
Bass
60 100120 250
Soprano
Tenor
Baritone
Bass
Electronic organ
Synthesizer
Alto
Piano
500
1k 2k
VOCAL
4k
HIGH BOOST
HIGH CUT
Hi-hat
8k
10k15k
FLAT
20k (Hz)
• Limiter
The limiter can be used to prevent clipping
when a too hot signal is input.
The limiter is does not work as far as an input
signal is below the threshold level. When the
input signal exceeds the threshold level, it
reduces or attenuates the input signal thereby
holding the output signal level too high.
The output limiter provided in the master
section is effective to prevent damaging the
main speakers in live or PA applications.
<Tips for equalizing>
If the mixed sound is not clear, we recommend to find the channel which makes the
mixed sound unclear and slightly cut the
frequency range of the channel. To much
boosting may make the mixed sound unclear.
Listen to the mixed sound repeatedly, comparing with the original (non-EQ) sound,
and challenge to make your favorite sound.
Using of low-cut filter may be effective
when you use a microphone.
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Model LR16 [Mixer functions]
EQ HIGH
The EQ HIGH is a shelving type EQ which provides up to 18 dB of boost or cut above 12 kHz.
The center detent position of the control is the
flat position. You can emphasize a cymbal or
sharpen a vocal, keyboard or guitar by boosting the EQ HIGH. You can soften the high frequency sound by cutting the EQ HIGH.
HIGH BOOST
HIGH CUT
EQ MID
The EQ MID is a peaking type EQ which provides up to 18 dB of boost and cut at the center
frequency. You can sweep the center frequency
between 100 Hz and 8 kHz. The center detent
position of the control is the flat position. For
most of sound sources, the mid frequency range
absolutely effects the sound. Therefore, you can
dramatically tailor the sound using the EQ MID.
MID BOOST
MID CUT
EQ LO
The EQ LO is a shelving type EQ which provides
up to 18 dB of boost or cut below 80 Hz. The
center detent position of the control is the flat
position. You can emphasize a kick, guitar, bass,
etc.
LOW BOOST
Using an external effect processor
• Using AUX 1, 2 and 3
You can use AUX busses for sending channel
signals to an external effects processor or stage
monitor, etc.
The [AUX] send control on each mixer channel adjusts the amount of the channel signal
sent to the AUX buss. The signal after the [AUX
SEND] control in the master section which
adjusts the total AUX buss level is output from
the [AUX SEND] jack.
HIGH
MID
EQ
LO
AUX2 AUX3
AUX1
AUX2
AUX3
AUX1
AUX SEND 1
AUX SEND 2
AUX SEND 3
AUX SEND 1
AUX SEND 2
AUX SEND 3
PRE/POST
There are two send signal types - pre-fader
and post-fader. You can select pre- or postfader for the AUX 1 buss. The AUX 2 buss is
fixed to pre-fader, while the AUX 3 buss is
fixed to post-fader.
In general, you send a post-fader signal to an
effects processor, while you send a pre-fader
signal for stage monitoring.
Pre-fader
A channel signal before the channel fader is
sent to the buss. You can make a mix which
is completely independent from the main
mix. Pre-fader AUX sends are generally used
for the monitor mix, because the channel faders don't affect the AUX send signals.
Any adjustments made to the front-of-thehouse mix don't affect the balance heard by
the performers onstage.
LOW CUT
Post-fader
A channel signal after the channel fader is
sent to the buss. Post-fader Aux sends are
generally used for connecting to external effects processors. The send signal is raised or
lowered according to the channel fader.
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Model LR16 [Mixer functions]
Internal
Effector
EFFECT
ERR RTN L-R
EFF RTN 1-2
EFF RTN 3-4
EFF RTN AUX
• Using Insert
The [INSERT] jack, as well as the AUX post
send, is used for connecting to an external
processor. Unlike the AUX send, you can apply effects to a single channel signal.
The LR16 provides the [INSERT] jacks for
mixer channels 1 through 8. Each jack is used
mainly for connecting a compressor, limiter,
equalizer, etc.
[INSERT] jack
By connecting an external effect processor to
the [INSERT] jack, you can send the channel
signal to the processor and receive the processed signal.
External effects
processor
HIGH
Using the internal effects processor
The LR16 features the internal effects (reverb/
delay) processor, which allows applying effects to the mixer channel signals.
The effect send signal of each channel is adjusted by the [EFF] control after the channel
fader. The effected (wet) signal is adjusted
using the controls in the [EFFECT TO STEREO], [EFFECT TO GROUP] and [EFFECT TO
AUX] sections and sent to the stereo, group
and AUX busses.
• Applying the internal effects
The following shows how to send the effected
(wet) signal from the internal effects processor to the stereo L/R buss.
MID
LO
EQ
The [INSERT] jack on the LR16 is the TRStype unbalanced phone jack. You can make
bidirectional connection with the effect processor using a "Y" cable as shown below.
Send (to an effect processor)
Return (from an effect processor)
Tip
Ring
Sleeve
*The sleeve is a ground f or both signals.
3
(1) Set the [EFFECT ON/OFF] switch to "ON"
).
(
(2) Select the desired effect type using the
[SELECT UP/DOWN] switch.
The indicator for the selected type is
illuminated. (See the next page for details
about each effect type.)
(3) Adjust the effect send level of the channel
signal using the [EFF] control on each mixer
channel.
Note that the effect send level is affected by
the channel fader.
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2
1
4
Model LR16 [Mixer functions]
(4) Adjust the effected (wet) signal level sent
to the stereo L/R buss using the control in
the [EFFECT T O STEREO] section
Adjust the effected signal level while
monitoring the stereo buss signal using
headphones or monitor speakers.
<Memo>: To send the effected signal to the
group or AUX busses, use the controls in the
[EFFECT TO GROUP] or [EFFECT TO GROUP]
section.
• About the effect types
HALL 1
HALL
STADIUM
ROOM
Standard hall reverb; detailled and transparent, with a moderate amount of early
reflections.
Stadium reverb characterized by long
early reflections.
Reverb simulating an auditorium with
suppressed reverberation.
Room reverb simulating a moderate
space with some sparkle.
Monitoring
You can monitor the signal using headphones
via the [PHONES] jack or using monitor speakers via the [MONITOR L/R] jacks.
The signal to be monitored can be selected
using the [MONITOR SELECT] switch. Each
press of the switch changes the monitor signals and the indicator for the current monitor signal (ST, 1-2, 3-4 or EFF RTN) is lit.
Level meters
PLATE 1
PLATE 2
VOCAL1
VOCAL 2
VOCAL 3
Mono DLY
Pan DLY
Short DLY
Modem-sounding plate reverb with wide
bandwidth.
Plate reverb with a gentle character.
All-purpose hall reverb with no early reflections, and uniform decay at all frequencies.
Plate-like reverb is added to a spacious
short delay. This blends well with any
genre of music.
All-purpose reverb (karaoke style) that
makes any vocal sound prof essional.
Mono delay.
Panning delay.
Short delay .
Indicators
You can monitor the stereo L and R buss signal,
which is output from the [STEREO OUT (L, R)]
ST
jacks.
You can monitor the group 1 and 2 buss signals,
1-2
which are output from the [GROUP (1, 2)] jacks.
You can monitor the group 3 and 4 buss signals,
3-4
which are output from the [GROUP (3, 4)] jacks.
You can monitor the output signal (wet signal) of
EFF
the internal effects processor.
RTN
[MONITOR SELECT]
switch
The output level of the [PHONES] jack is controlled by the [MONITOR] and [PHONES] controls, while the output level of the [MONITOR
L/R] jacks is controlled by the [MONITOR]
control. The output levels of the monitoring
signals are shown on the level meters above
the [MONITOR SELECT] switch.
<Note>:
If any of the [SOLO] switches is set to
ON, the solo signal is monitored, while the signal selected by the [MONITOR SELECT] switch
is interrupted.
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Model LR16 [Mixer functions]
• Solo monitor
By setting the [SOLO] switch(es) to ON ( ),
you can solo monitor the corresponding channel signal(s).
If at least one of the [SOLO] switches is set to
ON, the [SOLO] indicator slowly flashes.
[SOLO] indicator
You can find the [SOLO] switches on channels 1 through 16, the effect send, and AUX
sends 1 through 3 (see below).
[SOLO]
switches
Channel grouping
You can group channels to group busses for
effective mixing.
Using the channel grouping function, you can
adjust levels of grouped channels using a
single fader while maintaining the balance
between channels.
By setting the group assign switch (1-2 or 3-
4) of a channel to ON, the channel signal is
sent to group busses 1 and 2 or 3 and 4. A
group buss signal is output from the [GROUP
OUT] jacks.
When the [ASSIGN TO STEREO OUT] switch
above the group fader is set to ON, the group
buss signal is output to the corresponding
stereo buss.
For example, it would be a good idea to assign channels for drums to a group. You can
control the level of drums using the corresponding group fader without altering the
balance.
ST
1-2
3-4
Channels which are assigned
to the stereo buss
ST
1-2
3-4
ST
1-2
3-4
ST
1-2
3-4
GROUP 1-2 BUS
ST
1-2
3-4
ST
1-2
3-4
STEREO BUS
ASSIGN TO
STEREO OUT
STEREO
Assigned to the
stereo buss
[SOLO] switches
<Note>:
If any of the [SOLO] switches is set to
ON, the solo signal is monitored, while the
signal selected by the [MONITOR SELECT]
switch is interrupted.
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GROUP 1, 2
ST
ST
1-2
1-2
3-4
3-4
GROUP 3-4 BUS
ST
1-2
3-4
ASSIGN TO
STEREO OUT
GROUP 3, 4
Channels which are assigned
to the group busses
Model LR16 [Mixer functions]
Using SUB IN
You can connect a stereo audio source such
as a CD player, MD player, etc., to the [SUB IN
(L, R)] jacks and output it directly from the
control unit.
Therefore, you can connect a BGM source and
play it back during a break in the show, etc.
Audio player
[SUB IN] control
The input signals from the [SUB IN] jacks are
level-adjusted by the [SUB IN] control. The
signals from the [SUB IN] jacks are assigned
to channels 15 and 16 by default, however,
you can change the assignment using the "Input" menu of the MENU mode (see "Other
functions" on page 79 for details).
The following shows the setting example for
playing back the signals from the [SUB IN]
jacks by the main speakers of a live stage.
(1) Set the [SOURCE] switches on channels
15 and 16 to "TRK" (
The input signals from the [SUB IN] jacks
are selected as the sources of channels 15
and 16.
).
(2) Use the [SUB IN] control to adjust the level
of the signals from the [SUB IN] jacks.
You can use the [SUB IN] control to adjust
the level of the signals from the [SUB IN]
jacks, but cannot use the [TRIM] control for
them.
The level of the signals after the [SUB IN]
control are displayed on the level meters
of the display.
(3) T o output the signals from the [SUB IN]
jacks in stereo, set the [PAN] control on
channel 15 to “L” and set the [PAN] control
on channel 16 to “R”.
(4) Set the [ST] assign switches on channels
15 and 16 to "ON" ( ).
The signal from the [SUB IN] jacks is routed
to the stereo L/R buss.
(5) Use the channel faders on channel 15 and
16 to control the output level of the
channel signals sent to the stereo L/R buss.
(6) Use the [STEREO] faders on channels 15
and 16 to control the level of the stereo buss
signal output from the [STEREO OUT (L,
R)] connectors, which affects the main
2
speaker volume.
1
<Memo>: The [SUB IN] jacks can be used to
increase the total number of inputs by connecting to a sub mixer.
3
4
6
5
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Model LR16 [Mixer functions]
BA
SUB IN
RECORDER
A/D
-∞ ~ +20dB
(-10dBV)
BA
BA
GND
TRK1
TRK16
REPRO TRK [1]
REPRO TRK [16]
2MIX
S/R ST MIX
S/R 1
S/R 15
S/R 16
-∞ ~ +10dB
FDR
FDR
-∞ ~ +10dB
FDR
FDR
GROUP3
GROUP4
FDR
GROUP2
TO ST
FDR
GROUP1
MONITOR SW
LR/12/34/EFF
-∞ ~ +10dB
EFF RTN L-R
EFFECT
EFF SEND
AUX SEND3
AUX SEND2
AUX SEND1
-∞ ~ +10dB
DA
DA
AUX SEND1
AUX SEND2
AUX SEND3
EFF SEND
(-2dBu)
ST
L
R
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
EFF
AUX
GROUP
SOLO
SOLO
SOLO
SOLO
SOLO
MONITOR LEVEL
L
R
SOLO
PHONES VOL
DA
SOLO
2
1
BA
BA
BA
R
L
MONITOR OUT
(-12dBV)
PHONES
GROUP OUT
(+4dBu)
DA
DA
DA
L
R
1
2
3
4
BA
BA
BA
BABABA
BA
BA
BA
BA
BA
BA
BA
DA
BA
ST MIX OUT
(-10dBV)
1
2
34
1
2
34
GROUP1-2 ON/OFF
1
2
34
GROUP3-4 ON/OFF
AUX 1
AUX 2
AUX 3
-∞ ~ +10dB
PRE/POST
SOLO
CH1 EFF
MUTE
-∞ ~ +10dB
1
2
34
1
2
34
GROUP1-2 ON/OFF
1
2
34
GROUP3-4 ON/OFF
CH16 EFF
PRE/POST
-∞ ~ +10dB
MUTE
AUX 1
AUX 2
AUX 3
-∞ ~ +10dB
SOLO
INPUT
EQ
H: 12kHz
M: 100-8kHz
L: 80Hz
+/-18dB
INPUT
EQ
H: 12kHz
M: 100-8kHz
L: 80Hz
+/-18dB
TO REC1
A/D
TIP: SEND
RING: RETURN
INSERT
2
1
PEAK
(LIMITER)
BA
Low Cut Filter
80Hz, -12dB/oct
MIC1: -60 ~ -35dBu
MIC2: -37 ~ -12dBu
LINE1: -40 ~ -15dBu (37.8 ~ -12.8dBV)
LINE2: -17 ~ +8dBu (-14.8 ~ +10.2dBV)
TRIM
TRK1
SUB IN
BAL
GAIN1: +28dB
GAIN2: +5dB
+
+
P48 (1-8)
MIC
LINE
P48 (9-16)
MIC
LINE
BAL
+
+
TRK16
TRIM
BA
A/D
2
1
PEAK
Low Cut Filter
80Hz, -12dB/oct
(LIMITER)
A+48V
P48V (1-8)
P48V (9-16)
ON/OFF
ON/OFF
STEREO OUT (+4dBu)
INPUT 1~8
INPUT 9~16
SUB IN
EFF RTN 1-2
EFF RTN 3-4
EFF RTN AUX1
EFF RTN AUX2
EFF RTN AUX3
MONITOR VOL
TO ST
TO ST
TO ST
ST OUT L
ST OUT R
OUTPUT LIMITER
ON/OFF
SUB IN
SUB IN
TO REC 1
TO REC 15
TO REC 16
TO REC 16
TO REC 15
TO REC 1
TRACK/M.PLAY
MEMORY PLAYER
SUB IN
TO REC16
VOL IC
VOL IC
INPUT/TRACK/SUB IN
INPUT/TRACK/SUB IN
CH1 FADER
CH16 FADER
CH1 PAN
CH16 PAN
ST BUS ON/OFF
ST BUS ON/OFF
ATT: -20dB
ATT: -20dB
LIMITER
LIMITER
L
R
INTERNAL
EFFECT
ON/OFF
MIC1: -60 ~ -35dBu
MIC2: -37 ~ -12dBu
LINE1: -40 ~ -15dBu (37.8 ~ -12.8dBV)
LINE2: -17 ~ +8dBu (-14.8 ~ +10.2dBV)
Block diagram
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Model LR16 [Recorder functions / Recording/playback]
Recorder functions
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Model LR16 [Recorder functions / Recording/playback]
Recording/playback
Recorder basics
Before starting recording, understand the basics of the recorder of the LR16.
Recording format
The recorder section of the main unit is equipped with the 3.5 inch hard disk drive. You
can record a linear 16 or 24 bit audio file at 44.1kHz or 48 kHz Fs.
3.5 inch hard disk drive
INPUT
TRIM
EQ
Ch Fader
EFF SEND
PAN
Assign SW (ST)
Stereo Fader
STEREO OUT L, R
<Note>:
recording signal and some functions are omitted.
The diagram shows the basic flow of the
Up to 16 channels
EFFECT TO STEREO
Stereo mix signal
MON OUT L, R
Internal
Effector
Recorder
The recorder section of the LR16
provides 16 multitracks and stereo
L and R tracks. It allows direct recording of up to 16 channel analog
signals and stereo mix recording simultaneously. Each analog input signal is converted to digital after being level-adjusted using the [TRIM]
control and directly sent to the corresponding track, while it can be
sent to the stereo tracks through the
mixer channel where you can tailor
the signal using the mixer functions
including the equalizer, internal effects processor, etc.
Therefore, you can simultaneously
perform multitrack recording and
rough mix recording during live
performance.
The recorder also provides basic
multitrack recorder functions such
as overdubbing and punch-in/out.
<Memo>: The hard disk of the re-
corder is FAT32 formatted and a file
recorded by the LR16 is compatible
with a personal computer. You can
export a file to a computer or copy a
file from a computer.
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Recording mode
The LR16 recorder provides two recording modes: the new project mode and insert mode.
The LR16 automatically creates a new project and starts recording from the beginning of the
New project
mode
project. To perform recording in new project mode, press the [PLA Y] key while holding do wn the
[RECORD] key when the [NEW PROJECT] ke y is set to "ON", or press the [NEW PRJ .REC]
key regardless of [NEW PROJECT] ke y setting.
The LR16 starts recording from the beginning of an existing project or performs additional
Insert mode
recording on an existing project which has been recorded. Y ou can perform overdub bing, punch
in/out, etc. To perform recording in insert mode, press the [PLAY] ke y while holding do wn the
[RECORD] key when the [NEW PROJECT] ke y is set to "OFF".
Project
When you performs recording in new project mode (or when
you create a new project using the "Project" menu of the MENU
mode), three folders as shown on the right are created in the
root of the hard disk.
The folder at the top ("PROJ001") is called "project". You can
make up to 250 projects on the hard disk.
Each project on the hard disk is independent and you can
perform recording, playback, punch in/out, etc. without affecting the other projects. The LR16 automatically gives a
project name to each project. The name of the first created
project is "PROJ001" and the number (given by the last three
digits) is automatically counted up each time a new project is
created.
You can change a project name automatically given to a desired one later. (See page 66 for
details.)
PROJ001
MPLAY441
MPLAY480
<Memo>:
created. Only one "MPLAY441" folder and only one "MPLAY480" folder exist in the LR16 hard
disk even if you create more than one project. These folders are used to store stereo files transfered
from a computer to the LR16. As the folder names imply, the "MPLAY441" folder stores 44.1 kHz
files, while the "MPLAY480" folder stores 48 kHz files.
The "MPLAY441" and "MPLAY480" folders shown right above are empty when they are
When you start recording for the first time, 16 mono WAV files for tracks 1 through 16, as
well as the "2mix" and "LOG" folders, are automatically created in the "PROJ001" folder.
PROJ001
trk01 trk02 trk03
trk16
2mix
LOG
In the "2mix" folder, stereo mix files (stereo WAV files) created by stereo mix recording of
the LR16 are stored. In the "LOG" folder, the ADL files of the project is stored.
You can play back mono files for tracks 1 through 16.
A stereo mix file can be played back using the memory play function. The ADL files stored
in the "LOG" folder are used when you retrieve the pre-edited condition of an edited
project, instead of the undo/redo function often found on other digital recorders. (See
page 67 for details.)
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Live recording
The following shows the setting example of live recording in which the LR16 is used as a PA mixer.
Microphones (for vocals)
Bass processor
Bass
Power
amplifier
Main speakers
STEREO OUT
Recorder
GROUP (+4dBu)
ST MIX OUT (-10dBV)
R STEREO OUT (+4dBu) L
ST MIX OUT
Power
amplifier
Stage monitors
Microphones (for drums)
Synthesizer
INPUT 1 - 16
INPUT
EFF SEND (-2dBu)
AUX SEND (-2dBu)
MIDI OUT
USB
FOOT SW CONTROLLER PANEL LOCK
AUX SEND 1, 2, 3
Power
amplifier
LOCK
PHANTOM
Stage monitors
Guitar processor
Guitar processor
INSERT
INSERTINSERTINSERTINSERTINSERTINSERTINSERT
POWER
INSERT
Comp / limiter
Power
amplifier
Guitar
Guitar
TRIM
SOURCE
Stage monitors
Headphones
11
5
1
TRIM
SOURCE
43
2
TRIM
TRIM
SOURCE
SOURCE
TRIM
SOURCE
TRIM
SOURCE
6
TRIM
SOURCE
TRIM
SOURCE
TRIM
SOURCE
9879
10
TRIM
TRIM
TRIM
SOURCE
SOURCE
SOURCE
TRIM
SOURCE
TRIM
SOURCE
141312
TRIM
SOURCE
15
TRIM
SOURCE
Personal monitor
16
Audio player (CD pla y er etc.)
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You can perform live recording while you use the LR16 as a PA mixer on live stage.
INPUT
<Recording to tracks 1 through 16>
Each channel input signal is directly routed to the corresponding recorder track (shown by the heavy line in the diagram
on the right).
Each input signal is level-adjusted by the [TRIM] control and
converted to digital, then routed to the recorder track, without being tailored by the equalizer, etc. Therefore, you can
TRIM
EQ
Ch Fader
EFF SEND
PAN
Assign SW (ST)
EFFECT TO STEREO
record pure input signals which are not affected by mixer
setting for PA.
You can edit and mix down the signals recorded on tracks 1
through 16 after live performance.
Stereo Fader
MON OUT L, R
STEREO OUT L, R
Internal
Effector
Recorder
<Recording the stereo mix>
Mixed channel input signals are routed to the stereo mix track
through the mixer channel (shown by the heavy line in the
diagram on the right).
Each input signal goes to the mixer channel and is tailored
using the EQ, internal effects, etc., then is routed to the stereo buss where all input signals are mixed, and then routed
to the stereo mix track.
Therefore, the same signal as the [STEREO OUT] and [MON
OUT] signal is recorded to the stereo mix track.
In other words, you can record the same signal as the PA
output signal.
You can play back a stereo mix file recorded to the stereo mix
track using the memory play function.
<Recording to tracks 1 through 16 and stereo mix trac k simultaneousl y>
You can record each input signal individually to the corresponding track (shown by the dotted line on the right diagram), while recording the stereo-mixed signal to the stereo
mix track simultaneously.
In other words, you can record the same signal as the PA
output signal, as well as record individual signals independently. You can edit and mix down the individual signals
recorded on tracks 1 through 16 after live performance.
* You can play back the project recorded on tracks 1 through
16, while you can play back the stereo mix using the memory
play function.
EFF SEND
Assign SW (ST)
Stereo Fader
STEREO OUT L, R
EFF SEND
Assign SW (ST)
Stereo Fader
INPUT
TRIM
EQ
Ch Fader
PAN
INPUT
TRIM
EQ
Ch Fader
PAN
MON OUT L, R
Internal
Effector
EFFECT TO STEREO
Internal
Effector
EFFECT TO STEREO
Recorder
Recorder
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MON OUT L, R
STEREO OUT L, R
Model LR16 [Recorder functions / Recording/playback]
The following shows the procedure for rehearsing recording to tracks 1 through 16 as well as
to the stereo mix track simultaneously in new
project mode during live performance.
In the following description, it is assumed that
no project is created to the internal hard disk
("No project" is shown on the display).
<Memo>: To perform recording to an existing
project, use the insert mode (see page 65 for
details about how to create a new project).
Preparation
(1) Select Fs/bit of the project and MTC frame rate.
By default, Fs/bit is set to "44.1kHz/16 bit"
while MTC frame rate is set to "25fps".
You can change them before recording.
<Memo>: See pages 82 and 83 for de-
tails about how to change settings of Fs/
bit and MTC frame rate.
(2) Change the destination channels of Sub In
from “15/16” (default) to “-/-” (no channels are
assigned).
You can now record to all of tracks 1 through
16.
<Memo>: To record only tracks 1 through
16, set only the [REC TRACK SELECT] keys
1 through 16 to ON. To record only the
stereo mix track, set only the [ST MIX] key
to ON.
(3) Press the [RECORD] key.
The key lights up and the level meters 1
through 16 on the display now show the
recorder input levels (= mixer channel
levels).
Flashing
(4) Use the [TRIM] control each of mixer
channels 1 through 16 to adjust the input
level.
Adjust the [TRIM] control appropriately so
that the [PEAK] indicator is lit at the
loudest part of playing.
<Memo>: See page 79 for details about
how to assign the destination channels
of Sub In.
Adjusting input level (=recording level) of each
mixer channel
(1) Set the [SOURCE] switch on each of mixer
channels 1 through 16 to "INPUT" (
The input source from the corresponding
[INPUT] connector is selected as the
channel source of each channel.
(2) Set all the [REC TRA CK SELECT] keys (1
through 16) and the [ST MIX] key in the
recorder section to ON.
All the keys start flashing. On the display,
track numbers "1" through "16" and "LR"
start flashing, while the recordable
remaining time is shown.
).
Recorder input levels are shown.
<Note>:
is equal to the mixer channel level adjusted by the [TRIM] control. Therefore,
levels shown on the display can be regarded as recording levels as well as mixer
channel levels.
The recording level of each track
<Memo>: If you want to adjust the input
level of each mixer channel while monitoring, set the [SOLO] switch on the desired channel(s) to "ON" ( ).
When any [SOLO] switch is "ON", the
[SOLO] indicator in the MONITOR SELECT
section flashes slowly.
Flashing
ON ( )
The track numbers ("1" through
"16") and "LR" flash.
Recordable
remaining time
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<Memo>: You can monitor an input sig-
nal via headphones or monitor speakers
when the solo function is engaged. The
monitor level can be controlled by using
the [MONITOR] and [PHONES] controls
(the latter only affects headphone monitoring).
Adjusting the channel output levels sent to
the stereo buss
After adjusting the input level of each channel,
you can tailor the channel signal and send it to
the stereo buss via the pan pot and channel
fader. (This determines the sound output from
the main speaker in live performance.)
Before executing the following procedure, make
sure that the "ST" indicator is lit and the [SOLO]
indicator is unlit in the [MONITOR SELECT] section.
Lit
In this condition, you can monitor the stereo
buss signal via headphones or monitor speakers. The monitor level can be controlled by using the [MONITOR] and [PHONES] controls (the
latter only affects headphone monitoring).
Each channel fader adjusts the channel
output level sent to the stereo buss.
The "LR" meters on the display shows the
stereo L and R buss output levels, while the
channel meters shows the channel input
levels.
Input levels of channels 1 through 16
Stereo L and R buss output levels
The total output levels of the stereo L and R
buss (= the input levels for stereo mix recording) can be adjusted using the [STEREO] fader.
<Memo>: You can use the equalizer and
the internal effects for each mixer channel signal. See "Mixer function" on page
33 for details about the equalizer and the
internal effects.
Now you have completed all the adjustment
and are ready for both PA and recording of
the actual live performance.
(1) Set the [ST] switch on each of mixer
channels 1 through 16 to "ON" (
raise the [STEREO] fader to the "0"
position.
In this condition, by raising the channel
fader, each channel signal is sent to the
stereo L/R buss.
ON ( )
1 ~ 16
STEREO
(2) Raise each of the channel faders
appropriately while rehearsing.
). and
Recording
<Note>:
ing file is 4 GB. The LR16 automatically stops
when the file size reaches 4 GB or when there is
no recordable space left.
(1) Press the [NEW PROJECT] key in the
(2) Press the [PLA Y] ke y while holding down
The maximum file size for each record-
recorder section to turn on the key.
Flashing
Lit
<Memo>: If you press the [NEW PRJ. REC]
key in the mixer section, the recording
starts in new project mode regardless of
the on/off setting of the [NEW PROJECT]
key.
the [RECORD] key (or press the [NEW PRJ.
REC] key) to start recording.
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<Note>:
To record to an existing project
already created, do not start recording
using the [NEW PRJ.REC] key. This operation creates a new project and starts
recording to it.
The LR16 automatically creates a new
project (PROJ001) and starts recording to
tracks 1 through 16 and the stereo mix track
simultaneously.
(3) To stop recor ding, press the [ST OP] key in
the recorder or mixer section.
If you press the [STOP] key in the recorder
section, the recorder stops at the recording
end position (REC END).
If you press the [STOP] key in the mixer
section, the recorder skips back to the
beginning of the project (ABS 0) and stops.
<Note>:
display shows the following message
while the LR16 is performing post recording. The more times you edit the project
or the more tracks you record to, the
longer it takes for post recording.
When you stop recording, the
Playing back a pr oject
After you have performed live recording to
tracks 1 through 16, you can check the result in
the following procedure.
<Note>:
1 through 16. To play back a stereo mix file, use
the memory play function (see "Memory play
function" on page 57 for details).
<Memo>: When more than one project is re-
corded, you can select a project to be played
back using the "Select" menu item in the "Project"
menu of the MENU mode (see page 65).
(1) T urn off all the [REC TRA CK SELECT] keys
(2) Set the [SOURCE] switch on each of mixer
(3) Locate to the beginning of the project.
(4) Press the [PLAY] key in the recorder or
You can directly play back only tracks
(1 through 16) and the [ST MIX] key.
channels 1 through 16 to "TRK" (
The corresponding recorder track output
is selected as the channel source of each
channel.
When you stop the recorder using the
[STOP] key in the recorder section, press
the [REWIND] key while holding down the
[STOP] key to locate to the beginning of the
project.
).
mixer section.
The project starts from the beginning.
<Memo>: The recording file for each
track is stored to the "PROJ001" folder
as a mono WAV file, while the stereo mix
file is stored to the "2mix" folder as a
stereo WAV file.
PROJ001
take001trk01 take001trk02
take001trk04
2mix
take001trk03
take001trk16
PROJ001-01
<Memo>: Use each channel fader to ad-
just the corresponding track playback
level and use the [MONITOR] and
[PHONES] controls to adjust the monitor
level.
<Note>:
If you do not want to output
the sound from the main speakers, use
the solo monitor function by turning
on the [SOLO] switch on each channel.
<Memo>: When you play back a project
while all [REC TRACK SELECT] keys are
OFF, the LR16 automatically stops at the
recording end position (REC END).
If at least any one of the [REC TRACK SELECT] keys is ON, the LR16 does not automatically stop at the recording end
position and continues running until it
reaches at 24h00m00s.
(5) T o stop playbac k, press the [ST OP] ke y in
the recorder or mixer section.
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<Memo>: You can transfer a project (or a stereo mix file) to a personal computer by directly connecting
the computer to the LR16 or via a USB memory stick. (See page 74 for details about how to transfer to a
computer. See page 68 for details about how to copy to a USB memory stick.) You can mix down the
project recorded on tracks 1 through 16, as well as can replace a part with the new one using the punch
in/out function (see the next pages).
Multitrack recording
The LR16 provides multitrack recording functions including overdubbing, mixdown and punch
in/out.
Overdubbing
The overdubbing function allows you to record to the desired track(s) while monitoring the playback
signal(s) of the other recorded track(s). The overdubbing can be performed in insert mode. The
following shows the procedure example of recording a guitar to track 3 while monitoring the keyboard
recorded on tracks 1 and 2. It is assumed that the recorder is stopped at the beginning of the project
(PRO001).
<Note>:
does not match the "Default FS" setting in the
"System" menu of the MENU mode, you cannot
perform overdubbing (the "FS/Bit" indication
flashes on the display for warning). In such a
case, change the "Default FS" setting to match
the project.
If the FS of the project to be overdubbed
Connecting a sound source
(1) Connect a guitar to the [INPUT 3]
connector.
INSERT
INSERTINSERT
Preparation
(1) Set the [SOURCE] switch on channels 1 and
2 to "TRK" (
switch on channel 3 to "INPUT" (
The playback signals of tracks 1 and 2 are
routed to mixer channels 1 and 2
respectively, while the guitar signal is routed
to mixer channel 3.
(2) Press the [REC TRA CK SELECT 3] key to
flash the key .
On the display, track number 3 also starts
flashing, while the recordable remaining
time is shown.
), and set the [SOURCE]
).
Flashing Remain
(3) Press the [NEW PROJECT] key in the
recorder section to turn off the key .
(4) Press the [RECORD] key in the recorder
section to flash the key .
(5) Set the [SOLO] switches for channels 1
through 3 to ON (
).
Adjusting the input level while playing back
tracks 1 and 2
(1) Press the [PLAY] key in the recorder or
mixer section.
The LR16 starts playback from the
beginning of the project.
You can hear the playback signals of tracks
1 and 2 by raising the [PHONES] and
[MONITOR] controls.
(2) While playing the guitar , adjust the input
level appropriately using the [TRIM] control
on channel 3.
The display shows the playback levels of
tracks 1 and 2 as well as the input level of
track 3
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PROJ001
LOG
TAKE002.adl
(3) After adjusting the input level of channel 3,
stop the recorder by pressing the [ST OP]
key in the recorder or mixer section.
If you press the [STOP] key in the recorder
section, the recorder stops at the current
position. If you press the [STOP] key in the
mixer section, the recorder skips back to
the beginning of the project (ABS 0) and
stops.
(2) When recording finishes, press the [ST OP]
key in the recorder or mixer section to stop
the recorder .
You can check the result of the overdubbed
project (see "Playing back a project" on page
50 for details about how to play back a
project).
<Memo>: When you stop recording, the display
shows the following message while the LR16 is
performing post recording. The more times you
edit the project or the more tracks you record
to, the longer it takes for post recording.
Performing over dub
<Memo>: The data before performing overdub-
(1) Press the [PLA Y] ke y while holding down
the [RECORD] key to start recording
(overdubbing) and play the guitar.
You can play the guitar while monitoring
the playback signals of tracks 1 and 2.
bing is stored to the "LOG" folder in the project
as an ADL file. If you are not satisfied with the
result, you can roll back the previous project
data before overdubbing (see page 67 for details).
<Note>: Do not press the [NEW PRJ. REC]
key in the mixer section.
Mixdown
Regardless of whether a project has been recorded track by track using overdubbing technique or
recorded all tracks simultaneously, you can play back tracks 1 through 16 of the project and tailor
them using the equalizers and internal effects, then send them to the stereo buss via the pan and fader
on each mixer channel. In the following procedure, it is assumed that the recorder is stopped at the
beginning of the recorded project.
<Hint>: To mix down the recorded project, set the channel
source of each mixer channel to the recorder track and
play back the recorder. Then tailor each mixer input signal
(= each track signal) using the channel equalizer and internal effects, and send it to the stereo buss via the pan and
fader. In result, all recorder track signals are mixed to the
stereo buss.
<Note>:
nally using the insert mode.
The mixed stereo signal can be recorded inter-
INPUT
TRIM
EQ
Ch Fader
EFF SEND
PAN
Assign SW (ST)
Internal
Effector
EFFECT TO STEREO
Recorder
<Note>:
If the FS of the project to be mixed down does
not match the "Default FS" setting in the "System" menu
of the MENU mode, you cannot record the stereo mix
signal (the "FS/Bit" indication flashes on the display for
warning). In such a case, change the "Default FS" setting
to match the project.
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Stereo Fader
MON OUT L, R
STEREO OUT L, R
Model LR16 [Recorder functions / Recording/playback]
Preparation
(1) Set the [SOURCE] switch on each of mixer
channels 1 through 16 to "TRK" (
The corresponding recorder track output
is selected as the channel source of each
channel.
).
(2) Turn off the [NEW PROJECT] key in the
recorder section.
(3) Change the destination channels of Sub In
from “15/16” (default) to “-/-” (no channels are
assigned).
See page 79 for details about how to assign
the destination channels of Sub In.
Adjusting level and sound of each track
(1) Set the [ST] switch on each of mixer
channels 1 through 16 to ON (
Each input signal is routed to the stereo
L/R buss via the input fader.
(2) Raise the [STEREO] fader to the "0" position.
(3) Press the [PLAY] key in the recorder or mix er
section to start playback of the project.
(4) Use the channel fader on each mixer channel
to adjust the track level.
The display shows the levels of tracks 1
through 16 as well as the stereo L/R buss.
).
Starting mixdown recording
(1) Press the [ST MIX] key in the recorder
section to turn it on.
"LR" starts flashing on the display and the
recordable remaining time is shown.
(2) Press the [PLAY] key while holding do wn the
[RECORD] key to start mixdown recording.
<Note>:
key in the mixer section.
(3) After finishing mixdown recording, press the
[STOP] key in the recorder or mix er section
to stop the recorder.
If you press the [STOP] key in the recorder
section, the recorder stops at the recording
end position (REC END).
If you press the [STOP] key in the mixer
section, the recorder skips back to the
beginning of the project (ABS 0) and stops.
<Memo>: The mixed down file (stereo WAV file)
is stored to the "2mix" folder in the current
project.
Do not press the [NEW PRJ. REC]
You can also control each track sound using the equalizer on each channel and the
internal effects processor, as well as set pan.
For details about the mixer function, see
"Mixer function" on page 33.
(5) Use the [STEREO] fader to adjust the total
level of the stereo L/R buss.
You can monitor the stereo L/R buss by
raising the [PHONES] and [MONITOR]
controls.
(6) After finishing adjustment, press the [STOP]
key in the recorder or mixer section to stop
the recorder .
If you press the [STOP] key in the recorder
section, the recorder stops at the recording
end position (REC END).
If you press the [STOP] key in the mixer
section, the recorder skips back to the
beginning of the project (ABS 0) and stops.
PROJ001
You can copy the mixed down file to a personal computer by directly connecting the computer to the LR16 or via a USB memory stick.
(See page 73 for details about how to transfer
to a computer. See page 67 for details about
how to copy to a USB memory stick.)
<Note>:
take001trk01 take001trk02
take001trk04
2mix
PROJ001-01
You cannot play back a mixed down
file directly, however, you can play it back
using the memory play function (see page
57).
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take001trk16
Model LR16 [Recorder functions / Recording/playback]
Punch in/out
The punch in/out function allows replacing the desired part of the desired track already recorded,
instead of re-recording the entire track. While a project is playing, the recorder switches from playback to recording at the "punch in" point, and switches from recording to playback at the "punch out"
point. You can punch in and out using the transport control keys on the recorder section or using a
footswitch.
<Notes>
*
Punch in/out can be performed in insert
mode. You cannot perform punch in/out in
new project mode.
*
Repeating punch in/out decreases the
recordable remaining space of the hard disk.
It is recommended to delete an unnecessary
project using the "Delete" item in the "Project"
menu of the MENU mode (see page 72).
*
After performing punch out, it takes a few
seconds until the LR16 outputs the playback
signal (non-seamless punch in/out).
<Memo>: The data before performing punch in/
out is stored to the "LOG" folder in the project
as an ADL file. If you are not satisfied with the
result, you can you can roll back the previous
project data before punch in/out (see page 67
for details).
Punch in/out using the transport control keys
You can manually punch in and out using the
[RECORD] and [PLAY] keys on the recorder section.
<Note>:
playing your instrument, you may not be able
to concentrate on playing. In such a case, ask
someone to operate the recorder or use a
footswitch described in the next page.
If you perform the above operation while
The following procedure example describes how
to perform punch in/out to track 3 of the project
whose tracks 1 through 8 have been recorded.
It is assumed that you have completed source
connection, level adjustment, mixer settings, etc.
(1) T urn off the [NEW PR OJECT] key in the
recorder section.
<Note>:
you cannot perform punch in/out.
If the [NEW PROJECT] key is lit,
(2) T urn on the [REC TRACK SELECT] key for
track 3.
Track 3 is record-armed.
(3) Set the [SOURCE] switches on mixer
channels 1 through 8 to "TRK" (
The playback signals of tracks 1 through 8
are routed to the mixer input channels.
).
(4) Set the [ST] switches on mixer channels 1
through 8 to "ON" (
).
Press the [PLA Y] k ey while
holding down the [RECORD]
key (punch in).
Playback
Recording
Press only the [PLA Y]
key (punch out).
Playback
<Note>:
switches on the mixer channel to "OFF"
and the [MONITOR SELECT] switch is set
to "ST".
Make sure that all the [SOLO]
(5) Raise the [STEREO] fader to the "0"
position.
(6) Locate the recorder to the point earlier than
the punch-.in point and press the [PLAY]
key to start playback.
<Memo>: Use channel faders 1 through
8 to adjust the playback signal levels on
tracks 1 through 8 individually, and use
the [MONITOR] and [PHONES] controls
to adjust the total monitor level.
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(7) At the punch in point, press the [RECORD]
key while holding down the [PLAY] key.
Track 3 is punched in (switches from
playback to recording).
<Note>:
To perform punch in, do not forget to hold down the [PLAY] key when
pressing the [RECORD] key.
(8) At the punch out point, press only the
[PLA Y] ke y .
Track 3 is punched out (switches from
recording to playback).
<Note>:
You cannot perform punch in/
out successively without stopping the recorder. To perform more than one punch
in/out operation, stop the recorder each
time you finish punch in/out.
(9) Press the [STOP] key to stop the recorder,
and locate the recorder back to the punch
in position.
<Memo>: By pressing the [STOP] key on
the mixer section, the recorder automatically skips to the beginning of the project
(ABS 0) and stops.
(10) Press the [PLA Y] ke y to play bac k the
project to check the result.
If you are not satisfied with the result, roll
back the previous project data before punch
in/out (see page 76 for details).
Punch in/out using a footswitch
You can perform punch in/out using a
footswitch connected to the [FOOT SW] jack on
the rear panel of the main unit.
The following procedure example describes how
to perform punch in/out to track 3 of the project
whose tracks 1 through 8 have been recorded.
It is assumed that you have completed source
connection, level adjustment, mixer settings, etc.
<Note>:
the "Foot SW" item in the "System" menu of the
MENU mode must be set to "P I/O". Though it is
set to "P I/O" by default, if it is set to an option
other than "P I/O", change it to "P I/O" (see page
77 for details).
To use a footswitch for punch in/out,
INPUT
EFF SEND (-2dBu)
(+4dBu)
ST MIX OUT (-10dBV)
Press down the
footswitch (punch in).
AUX SEND (-2dBu)
MIDI OUT
USB
FOOT SW CONTROLLER PANEL LOCK
LOCK
PHANTOM
Footswitch
Press down the footswitch again
(punch out).
IINSERTINSERTINSERTINSERTINSERTINSERT
POWER
Playback
Recording
(1) Connect an unlatched footswitch to the
[FOOT SW] jack.
<Note>:
not the unlatched type. Connecting an
improper footswitch may cause malfunction.
Do not use a footswitch which is
(2) T urn off the [NEW PR OJECT] key in the
recorder section.
(3) T urn on the [REC TRACK SELECT] key for
track 3.
(4) Set the [SOURCE] switches on mixer
channels 1 through 8 to "TRK" (
The playback signals of tracks 1 through 8
are routed to the mixer input channels.
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Playback
).
Model LR16 [Recorder functions / Recording/playback]
(5) Set the [ST] switches on mixer channels 1
through 8 to "ON" (
).
<Note>:
switches on the mixer channel to "OFF"
and the [MONITOR SELECT] switch is set
to "ST".
Make sure that all the [SOLO]
(6) Raise the [STEREO] fader to the "0"
position.
(7) Locate the recorder to the point earlier than
the punch-in point and press the [PLAY]
key to start playback.
<Hint>:
it is recommended to play your instrument along with the playback sound.
To perform punch in smoothly,
<Memo>: Use channel faders 1 through
8 to adjust the playback signal levels on
tracks 1 through 8 individually, and use
the [MONITOR] and [PHONES] controls
to adjust the total monitor level.
<Note>:
out successively without stopping the
recorder. To perform more than one
punch in/out operation, stop the recorder each time you finish punch in/
out.
You cannot perform punch in/
(10) Press the [STOP] key to stop the recorder,
and locate the recorder back to the punch
in position.
<Memo>:
the mixer section, the recorder automatically skips to the beginning of the project
(ABS 0) and stops.
By pressing the [STOP] key on
(11) Press the [PLAY] key to play back the
project to check the result.
If you are not satisfied with the result, roll
back the previous project data before punch
in/out (see page 67 for details).
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Model LR16 [Recorder functions / Memory play]
Memory play
The LR16 provides the memory play function. This function allows you to perform instant start
playback of a stereo mix file which is assigned to any of the numeric keys (0 through 9). The
assigned file can be a file recorded by the LR16 or a file copied from a computer, etc.
Before performing the memory play function, use the Memory play setup screen to assign a
stereo mix file to a numeric key, assign the destination channels of playback audio and set the
play mode.
Only the following stereo mix files can be used for memory play.
• stereo mix files in the "2mix" folder of each project
• stereo mix files copied to the "MPLAY441" or "MPLAY480" folder from a computer,
etc.
PROJ001
PROJ002
<Note>:
2mix
2mix
The setting in the memory play setup screen is stored to the "MPLAY441" or
PROJ001-001.wav
PROJ002-001.wav
PROJ001-002.wav
PROJ002-002.wav
MPLAY441
MPLAY480
TAKE_1.wav
LIVE_1.wav
TAKE_2.wav
LIVE_2.wav
TAKE_3.wav
LIVE_3.wav
"MPLAY480" folder. The former stores the setting for FS 44.1 kHz files, while the
latter stores the setting for FS 48 kHz files. Depending on the current "Default FS"
setting, the corresponding setting is used. For example, if the "Default FS" is set to
44.1 kHz, memory play is performed according to the setting stored in the "MPLAY441"
folder.
<Note>:
Only stereo mix files whose FS matches the setting of the "Default FS" menu
item in the "System" menu of the MENU mode can be assigned to the numeric keys.
You cannot assign a file whose FS does not match the "Default FS" setting.
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Setting on the memory play setup screen
1) While the recorder is stopped, press the
[MEMORY SETUP] key in the recor der
section of the main unit.
The display shows the memory play setup
screen. On this screen, you can assign stereo mix files to the numeric keys, assign
the channel pair to which the memory play
signal is output, and set the play mode. (You
can make these settings in any order.)
<Memo>: On the memory play setup
screen, you can also select the channel
pair to which the Sub in signal (from the
[SUB IN] inputs) is assigned.
3) Use the [MENU] dial to select a desired
numeric key number (0 through 9) and
press the [ENTER] key .
The display now shows the folder list.
4) Use the [MENU] dial to select a desired
folder and press the [ENTER] key.
The display now shows the stereo mix files
in the selected folder.
<Memo>: If no stereo mix file exists in
the selected folder, nothing is shown.
5) Use the [MENU] dial to select a desired
stereo mix file and press the [ENTER] key .
The stereo mix file is assigned to the
numeric key selected in step 3) above, and
the display returns to show the file
assignment to the numeric keys.
• Assigning stereo mix files
2) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "Sound
file" and press the [ENTER] key .
The display now shows the file assignment
to the numeric keys.
You can scroll the screen using the [MENU]
dial for selecting a desired numeric key (0
through 9).
Repeat steps 3) to 5) to assign desired stereo mix files to other numeric keys.
<Memo>: To deassign a stereo mix file,
select a desired numeric key when the
display shows the file assignment to the
numeric keys (see step 2) above) and
press the [CLEAR] key.
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6) After you complete assignment, press the
[EXIT/NO] key .
The display returns to the memory play
setup screen, where "Sound file" is
highlighted.
• Selecting a channel pair for memory play
Using the "Assign/MemPlay" menu item, you
can select a mixer channel pair to which the
memory play signal is assigned. By default,
No channels are selected ("-/-" is shown).
In the following description, it is assumed that
the memory play setup screen is shown.
<Note>:
you have to select a channel pair (other than
"-/-").
To enable the memory play function,
7) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "Assign/
MemPlay" and press the [ENTER] key.
You can select an odd/even channel pair
from 1/2 to 17/18, or -/-.
If you want to assign the memory play signal to the channel pair to which the Sub in
signal is currently assigned, change the assignment of the Sub in signal in the following steps before selecting the channel pair
for the memory play signal.
1. Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "SubIn" and
press the [ENTER] key .
2. Use the [MENU] dial to select a desired
channel pair and press the [ENTER] key .
<Note>:
memory play signal to a channel whose
corresponding track is currently recordarmed, the following message is shown
for a few seconds.
If you attempt to assign the
8) Use the [MENU] dial to select a desired
channel pair and press the [ENTER] key .
The memory play signal is now assigned to
the selected channel pairs.
If necessary, select the memory play mode
as described below.
• Selecting the memory play mode
You can select the memory play mode between "ONCE" and "REPEAT". By default, it is
set to "ONCE". When you perform memory
play in this mode, the LR16 plays back a stereo mix file once and stops.
The following describes how to select the
memory play mode. It is assumed that the
memory play setup screen is shown.
<Note>:
play and the Sub in signals to the same
channel pair. If you attempt to assign
the memory play signal to the same
channel pair as the Sub in signal, the
following message is shown for a few
seconds.
You cannot assign the memory
9) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "Play
mode" and press the [ENTER] key .
The current setting flashes. You can select
between "ONCE" and “REPEAT".
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ONCE
REPEA T
The LR16 plays back a stereo mix
file once and stops.
The LR16 plays back a stereo mix
file repeatedly until the [MEMORY
STOP] key is pressed.
10) Use the [MENU] dial to select a desired
memory play mode and press the
[ENTER] key .
11) After finishing all necessary settings,
press the [STOP] key.
The LR16 dismisses the memory play setup
screen while lights up the numeric keys to
which stereo mix files are assigned.
You can see the memory play function is
enabled when any numeric key(s) are
illuminated.
Performing memory play
While any one or more numeric keys are illuminated, you can perform memory play.
1) Set the [SOURCE] switches of the mixer
channel pair (to which the memory play
signal is assigned using the memory play
setup screen) to "T rk".
3) T o stop memory play in the middle, press
the [MEMORY ST OP] key.
<Note>:
middle, press the [MEMORY STOP] key.
You cannot stop memory play by using
the [STOP] key in the recorder or mixer
section.
To stop memory play in the
<Memo>: To cancel the memory play function,
set the "Assign/MemPlay" item on the memory
play setup screen to "-/-".
The memory play function is disabled and the
numeric keys are unlit.
2) Press an illuminated numeric key.
The stereo mix file assigned to the key
immediately starts playback, while the
numeric key starts flashing.
You can send the memory play signal to
the stereo L and R busses via the input
faders. You can also solo-monitor the
memory play signal using the [SOLO]
switches on the mixer channels.
<Note>:
back levels are shown on the display,
however, the Home screen shows the information of the project loaded before
you perform memory play. So the time
counter does not change.
During memory play, the play-
<Memo>: You can also perform memory
play using a footswitch, as well as the
numeric keys. To perform memory play
using a footswitch, set the footswitch
function appropriately using the "Foot
SW" menu item in the "System" menu
of the MENU mode (see page 77 for details).
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Model LR16 [Recorder functions / Mark function]
Mark function
The recorder of the LR16 features the mark function. You can add a mark to a desired position in
a song and can quickly locate to the mark position. You can edit the position or label of a mark,
as well as delete a mark.
Adding a mark
You can add a mark by either of the following two methods. Up to 99 marks can be
added.
1) Adding a mark on-the-fly during audio
recording
2) Adding a mark via the mark list screen
• Adding a mark on-the-fly
During audio recording, pressing the [ENTER]
key at the desired position adds a mark there.
This method can be used during audio recording in New Project mode and Insert mode.
When you press the [ENTER] key, a popup
screen as below is briefly shown. Each time a
mark is added, the mark number counts up.
• Adding a mark via the mark list screen
You can add a mark while playing back a
project. Using this method, you can add a
mark after recording.
(1) While the recorder is stopped, press the
[ENTER] key to bring up the MENU screen.
When you bring up the MENU screen for
the first time, "Mark point" is highlighted.
(2) While "Mark point" is highlighted, press the
[ENTER] key .
The display now shows the mark list screen.
If no mark is set, all mark slots show
"--h--m--s--f".
[ENTER] key
By pressing the [ENTER] key repeatedly during recording, marks are added to the project
as below.
By pressing the [ENTER] key repeatedly during
recording, marks are added to the project as below .
<Memo>: Pressing the [ENTER] key af-
ter starting playback also brings up the
mark list screen.
(3) Press the [PLAY] key to start playback of
the project, and press the [ENTER] key at
the position you want to add a mark.
The position is set to MARK01 and you are
now ready to set MARK02.
By pressing the [ENTER] key repeatedly, you
can add marks repeatedly to the project.
(4) After adding marks, press the [ST OP] key
to exit the MENU mode.
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Locating to a mark point
You can locate to a mark point while stopped
or during playback.
The recorder can skip to any mark point from the
current position (ABS 0 in the example above).
(1) Press the [ENTER] key to bring up the
MENU screen.
When you bring up the MENU screen for
the first time, "Mark point" is highlighted.
(2) While "Mark point" is highlighted, press the
[ENTER] key .
The display now shows the mark list screen.
(4) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "<Locate>"
and press the [ENTER] key .
The recorder skips to the point of mark 03
("01h25m18s26f" in the example below)
and the display returns to the Home screen.
If you execute the above operation during
playback, the recorder automatically starts
playback from the mark point.
Editing a mark
You can edit a mark label or mark position,
as well as can delete a mark.
(3) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight a desired
mark point and press the [ENTER] key .
The display now shows the edit screen for
the selected mark.
• Editing a mark label
When a mark is set, a mark label ("MARK" +
number (01~99)") is automatically given. You
can edit this mark label later.
(1) Press the [ENTER] key to bring up the
MENU screen.
When you bring up the MENU screen for
the first time, "Mark point" is highlighted.
(2) While "Mark point" is highlighted, press the
[ENTER] key .
The display now shows the mark list screen.
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(3) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight a desired
mark point and press the [ENTER] key .
The display now shows the edit screen for
the selected mark.
(4) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "Label" and
press the [ENTER] key .
The rightmost character of the label starts
flashing.
(5) Use the numeric keys and [MENU] dial to
enter the desired label.
Use the [MENU] dial to move the cursor
(flashing point) and use the numeric keys
to enter the desired character.
Pressing the [CLEAR] key deletes the
character at the cursor position.
Up to six characters can be entered.
See <Example of label editing> in the right
column of this page.
[CLEAR] key
<Example of label editing>
The following procedure example shows how
to change "MARK03" which is the current
label to "Take3".
1) Press the [CLEAR] key repeatedly until the
whole current name ("MARK03") is deleted.
2) Use the [8] key to enter "T".
3) Use the [2] key to enter "a".
4) Use the [5] key to enter "k".
5) Use the [3] key to enter "e".
6) Use the [MENU] dial to move the cursor to
the right.
7) Use the [3] key to enter "3".
• Editing a mark position
You can edit the position of a mark later.
(1) Press the [ENTER] key to bring up the
MENU screen.
When you bring up the MENU screen for
the first time, "Mark point" is highlighted.
(2) While "Mark point" is highlighted, press the
[ENTER] key .
The display now shows the mark list screen.
[MENU] dial
numeric keys
(6) After entering the label, press the [ENTER]
key to confirm the setting.
(7) Press the [STOP] key to exit the MENU
mode.
(3) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight a desired
mark point to be edited and press the
[ENTER] key .
The display now shows the edit screen for
the selected mark.
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(4) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight
"<Position>" and press the [ENTER] key.
The flame digit of the time data for the
selected mark starts flashing.
(5) Edit the time data in the following manner .
Use the [REWIND] or [F FWD] key to move
the cursor (flashing point) to the desired
digit to be edited.
Use the [MENU] dial or numeric keys to
enter the desired value at the flashing point.
Pressing the [CLEAR] key resets the time data
to "00h00m00s00f".
You can set any of the following values to
each digit.
Hour digit: 00 through 23
Minute digit: 00 through 59
Second digit: 00 through 59
Flame digit: 00 through 24 (or 00 through 29)
6) Press the [ENTER] key to confirm the
duration setting.
7) Press the [STOP] key to exit the MENU
mode.
(3) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight a desired
mark point to be deleted and press the
[ENTER] key .
The display now shows the edit screen for
the selected mark.
(4) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "<Delete>"
and press the [ENTER] key .
The display returns to the mark list screen
on which the time data for the deleted mark
shows "--h--m--s--f". You can set this mark
again by the procedure described in
"Adding a mark via the mark list screen"
on page **.
Deleting a mark
(1) Press the [ENTER] key to bring up the
MENU screen.
When you bring up the MENU screen for
the first time, "Mark point" is highlighted.
(2) While "Mark point" is highlighted, press the
[ENTER] key .
The display now shows the mark list screen.
5) Press the [STOP] key to exit the MENU
mode.
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Model LR16 [Recorder functions / Project management]
Project management
Selecting a project
You can select the desired project by the following procedure.
<Note>:
not match the setting of the "Default FS"
menu item in the "System" menu of the
MENU mode, the "FS/Bit" information flashes
on the Home screen for warning (the information shows the current setting of the "Default FS" menu item).
In such a condition, you cannot perform
playback or recording. To perform playback
or recording, reselect the "Default FS" menu
item to the same FS/Bit as the project (see
page 83 for details about how to set it).
(1) Press the [ENTER] key to bring up the
(2) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "Project"
If you select a project which does
MENU screen.
When you bring up the MENU screen for
the first time, "Mark point" is highlighted.
and press the [ENTER] key .
The display now shows the project menu.
By selecting "<New project>" shown at the
bottom of the list, you can create a new
project on the hard disk (see “Creating a
new project" below).
(4) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight a desired
project and press the [ENTER] key.
The display now shows the Home screen
for the selected project.
Creating a new project
You can create a new project on the hard disk
by selecting "<New project>" shown at the
bottom of the list.
<Note>:
created by the following procedure only in
the insert mode (i.e., the [NEW PROJECT] key
is off).
(1) Press the [ENTER] key to bring up the
(2) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "Project"
You can make recording to the project
MENU screen.
When you bring up the MENU screen for
the first time, "Mark point" is highlighted.
and press the [ENTER] key .
The display now shows the project menu.
(3) While "Select" is highlighted, press the
[ENTER] key .
The display now shows the project list.
(3) While "Select" is highlighted, press the
[ENTER] key .
The display now shows the project list.
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Editing a project name
You can edit the name of the current project.
(4) Use the [MENU] dial to select
"<New project>" and press the [ENTER] key .
The display now shows the Home screen
for the new project (see the next page).
If "<New project>" is hidden on the screen,
scroll down the list.
The following shows the Home screen of
project "005" created on the hard disk.
<Memo>: If you bring up the project list
screen when no project is created, it only
shows "<New project>" as below.
<Note>:
to the name of a stereo mix file.
<Note>:
characters.
Project name editing is not reflected
The maximum name length is 16
(1) Press the [ENTER] key to bring up the
MENU screen.
When you bring up the MENU screen for
the first time, "Mark point" is highlighted.
(2) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "Project"
and press the [ENTER] key .
The display now shows the project menu.
While the above screen is shown, pressing the [ENTER] key creates a new
project (you can make recording to the
project in the insert mode).
(3) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "Rename"
press the [ENTER] key .
The display now shows the screen for
editing a project name.
(4) Use the [MENU] dial, numeric keys and
[CLEAR] key to edit the name.
See <Name editing example> on the next
page for details of how to edit a name.
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[CLEAR] key
[MENU] dial
numeric keys
<Name editing example>
The following shows the procedure of completely deleting "PROJ001", the current
project name, and entering "Live3" as the
new name.
(1) Rotate the [MENU] dial counterc lockwise
to move the cursor to the leftmost position.
(2) Press the [CLEAR] key repeatedl y until all
characters of the current name are deleted.
(3) Use the "5" key to enter an upper case "L".
(4) Use the "4" key to enter a lo wercase "i".
Rolling back a project
Instead of the undo/redo function, you can
retrieve the pre-edited condition of an edited
project.
<Memo>: Each time you perform recording or
editing (including punch-in/out, additional recording, etc.), the LR16 stores the previous
project data as an ADL file to the LOG folder on
the hard disk, as shown below. By selecting a
desired ADL file, you can roll back the project
to the previous condition, which is similar to
the undo function.
TAKE01
TAKE02
TAKE03
LOG Folder
Each ADL file is stored with a different file name
as below.
TAKE01: ADL file for a newly created
(blank) project.
TAKE02: ADL file for a project which has
been recorded for the first time.
TAKE04
(5) Use the "8" key to enter a lo wercase "v".
(6) Use the "3" key to enter a lo wercase "e".
(7) Use the [MENU] dial to mo ve the cursor to
the right.
(8) Use the "3" key to enter a "3".
(5) After editing the name, press the [ENTER]
key .
The display now shows the Home screen of
the renamed project.
TAKE03: ADL file for a project which has
been edited for the first time.
TAKE04: ADL file for a project which has
been edited for the second time.
The following shows the procedure of replacing the current project (TAKE04) with the preedited project (TAKE02).
(1) Press the [ENTER] key to bring up the
MENU screen.
When you bring up the MENU screen for
the first time, "Mark point" is highlighted.
(2) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "Project"
and press the [ENTER] key .
The display now shows the project menu.
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Saving a project to an external medium
You can save the current project to an external USB memory stick.
(3) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "Roll back"
press the [ENTER] key .
The display now shows the list of ADL files
stored in the LOG folder.
The screen example below shows TAKE001
(blank), TAKE002 (after the first recording),
TAKE003 (after the first editing).
(4) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "TAKE002"
and press the [ENTER] key .
The project is rolled back and the display
shows the Home screen of the pre-edited
project.
<Note>:
Connect a FAT16- or FAT32-formatted USB memory stick to the [USB HOST] port
of the main unit before executing the following procedure.
INPUT
EFF SEND (-2dBu)
R STEREO OUT (+4dBu) L
GROUP (+4dBu)
ST MIX OUT (-10dBV)
AUX SEND (-2dBu)
MIDI OUT
USB
FOOT SW CONTROLLER PANEL LOCK
LOCK
PHANTOM
INSERT
INSERTINSERTINSERTINSERTINSERTINSERTINSERT
POWER
USB memory stick
<Note>:
If no USB memory stick is connected
or a USB memory stick is not FAT16- or
FAT32-formatted, the appropriate popup as
below is shown and the LR16 cannot enter
the Export mode.
<When no USB memory stick is set>
<When a USB memory stick is not FAT16- or
FAT32-formatted>
<Memo>: If you bring up the screen showing
the list of ADL files after rolling back the project,
it looks as below. You can see TAKE002 replaces
TAKE004.
<Note>:
ADL file is created and the disk space is consumed. Therefore, it is recommended to delete unnecessary projects or format the internal hard disk.
Each time you make editing, a new
(1) Press the [ENTER] key to bring up the
MENU screen.
When you bring up the MENU screen for
the first time, "Mark point" is highlighted.
(2) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "Project"
and press the [ENTER] key .
The display now shows the project menu.
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(3) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "Export"
press the [ENTER] key .
After the LR16 checks the USB memory, the
display shows the export screen.
For details about the information shown on
this screen, see "Export screen details" described below.
If you simply execute step (4) on the next
page without changing any parameter, data
of full length (from ABS 0 to REC END) of
all tracks (1 through 16) is exported to the
USB memory stick.
Before you execute step (4), however, you
can shorten the length of the project or select tracks to be exported (see the right column on this page for details).
<Editing the duration>
1) While "Duration" is highlighted, press
the [ENTER] key .
The second digit starts flashing.
2) Use the [MENU] dial or numeric keys to
enter the desired value at the flashing
point, and press the [ENTER] key.
You can use the [REWIND] or [F FWD]
key to move the cursor (flashing point).
<Note>:
duration to "00H 00M 00S". If you shorten
the duration, the value in parentheses shown
at the right of the "End TR" number gets
smaller.
Pressing the [CLEAR] key resets the
<Export screen details>
1
2
3
4
5
Duration of the project to be exported. By de-
1
fault, the full length (from ABS 0 to REC END)
is shown. You can edit and shorten it.
The start track to be exported (by default, 01).
2
You can change it.
The end track to be exported (by default, 16).
You can change it. The value in parentheses
3
shows the required space for storing.
The volume label of the USB memory stick.
4
The free area of the USB memory stick.
<Note>:
project data which exceeds the free area
5
of the USB memory stick, "Over size!"
is shown and you cannot execute exporting data.
If you attempt to export the
<Selecting tracks>
1) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight
"Start TR" (or "End TR") and press the
[ENTER] key .
The track number of the starting track
(or ending track) starts flashing.
2) Use the [MENU] dial to enter the desired
track number and press the [ENTER]
key to confirm the setting.
<Note>:
parentheses shown at the right of the "End
TR" number gets smaller.
If you limit the tracks, the value in
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(4) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight
"[EXECUTE]" and press the [ENTER] key .
<Note>:
same name exists on the USB memory
stick when you attempt to execute exporting the project data by pressing the
[ENTER] key, the following popup appears.
To overwrite the existing data, press the
[ENTER] key. If you do not want to overwrite the existing data, press the [EXIT/
NO] key to cancel exporting data.
You can export data without overwriting the existing data after changing the
project name.
The LR16 starts exporting data to the USB
memory stick and the display shows the
progress.
The display also shows the approximate finish time and remaining size of the USB
memory stick.
If the data of a project with the
Copying a stereo mix file to an external medium
You can copy a stereo mix file in the "2 mix"
folder of the current project to an external
USB memory stick. You can copy all or any
desired stereo mix files.
<Note>:
ted USB memory stick to the [USB HOST] port
of the main unit before executing the following procedure.
<Note>:
or if a USB memory stick is not FAT16- or
FAT32-formatted, or if no stereo mix file exists, the appropriate popup as below is shown
and the LR16 cannot enter the Export mode.
Connect a FAT16- or FAT32-format-
INPUT
EFF SEND (-2dBu)
R STEREO OUT (+4dBu) L
GROUP (+4dBu)
ST MIX OUT (-10dBV)
AUX SEND (-2dBu)
MIDI OUT
USB
FOOT SW CONTROLLER PANEL LOCK
LOCK
PHANTOM
USB memory stick
If no USB memory stick is connected,
INSERT
INSERTINSERTINSERTINSERTINSERTINSERTINSERT
POWER
After completing exporting data, the following popup appears.
(5) Press any operation key.
The LR16 exit the MENU mode and the
display returns to the Home screen.
<When no USB memory stick is set>
<When a USB memory stick is not FAT16- or
FAT32-formatted>
<When no stereo mix file exists>
(1) Press the [ENTER] key to bring up the
MENU screen.
When you bring up the MENU screen for
the first time, "Mark point" is highlighted.
(2) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "Project"
and press the [ENTER] key .
The display now shows the project menu.
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(3) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight
"Export ST mix" press the [ENTER] key .
After the LR16 checks the USB memory, the
display shows the "export 2 mix" screen.
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<Selecting all files>
By pressing the [ENTER] key while
"[All select]" is highlighted, a checkmark is
put to every file as below.
On this screen, stereo mix files in the
"2 mix" folder of the current project are
listed up.
In the screen example above, two stereo mix
files exists.
(4) Select the file(s) to be exported.
You can export any desired file(s) or all files.
<Selecting a desired file>
By using the [MENU] dial to select a desired
file and pressing the [ENTER] key, you can
put a checkmark to the left of the file name,
while the volume of the selected file is shown
on the right of "-File select-".
By repeating the operation above, you can
put a checkmark to another file.
<Memo>:
desired file with a checkmark and press
the [ENTER] key. The checkmark is removed.
To deselect a file, highlight a
(5) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight
"[EXECUTE]" at the bottom and press the
[ENTER] key .
<Note>:
same name exists on the USB memory
stick when you attempt to execute exporting the project data by pressing the
[ENTER] key, the following popup appears.
To overwrite the existing data, press the
[ENTER] key. If you do not want to overwrite the existing data, press the [EXIT/
NO] key to cancel exporting data.
The LR16 starts exporting data to the USB
memory stick and the display shows the
progress. The display also shows the approximate finish time and remain size of
the USB memory stick.
If the data of a project with the
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After completing exporting data, the following popup appears.
(5) Press any operation key.
The LR16 exit the MENU mode and the
display returns to the Home screen.
Protecting a project
You can protect the current project.
<Note>:
or additional recording to a protected
project.
(1) Press the [ENTER] key to bring up the
(2) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "Project"
You cannot execute punch in/out
MENU screen.
When you bring up the MENU screen for
the first time, "Mark point" is highlighted.
and press the [ENTER] key .
The display now shows the project menu.
(4) Use the [MENU] dial to select "On" (or "Off")
and press the [ENTER] key to confirm the
setting.
(5) Press the [STOP] key or repeatedl y press
the [EXIT/NO] key to exit the MENU mode.
The display returns to the Home screen of
the project.
On the Home screen of a protected project,
the "locked" icon is shown as below.
Deleting a project
You can delete an unnecessary project from
the hard disk.
<Note>:
Make sure before deleting a project.
You cannot undo deleting a project.
(3) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "Protect"
and press the [ENTER] key .
The current protection setting (Off or On)
flashes and you can now change the
setting.
(1) Press the [ENTER] key to bring up the
MENU screen.
When you bring up the MENU screen for
the first time, "Mark point" is highlighted.
(2) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "Project"
and press the [ENTER] key .
The display now shows the project menu.
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(3) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "Delete"
and press the [ENTER] key .
The display now shows the project list
screen.
(4) Use the [MENU] dial to select the project
you want to delete and press the [ENTER]
key .
For example, if you select project 003
("PROJ003"), the confirmation screen as
below is shown.
To cancel the delete operation, press the
[EXIT/NO] key. The display returns to the
previous screen.
<Note>:
able remaining space does not increase immediately. It increases after turning off the power
and then on again.
When you delete a project, the record-
(5) While holding down the [RECORD] key ,
press the [ENTER] key to delete the project.
The display shows the project list screen
which does not contain the deleted project
(PROJ003 in this example). Projects after the
deleted project (PROJ004 and PROJ005 in
this example) move up in the list, as shown
below.
(6) Press the [STOP] key or repeatedly press
the [EXIT/NO] key to exit the MENU mode.
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File transfer to/from a computer
By connecting the [USB PC] port of the main unit to your personal computer, you can transfer
audio files between the LR16 and the personal computer.
You can copy audio data recorded by the LR16 to the hard disk of your computer and import to
a computer software application such as Digidesign Pro Tools.
You can also transfer the software upgrade file downloaded from our website to the LR16.
INPUT
ST MIX OUT (-10dBV)
EFF SEND (-2dBu)
USB
AUX SEND (-2dBu)
MIDI OUT
FOOT SW CONTROLLER PANEL LOCK
LOCK
PHANTOM
USB cable
R STEREO OUT (+4dBu) L
[USB PC] port
<Note>:
GROUP (+4dBu)
The LR16 can connect to a computer
running Windows ME/2000/XP/Vista or
Macintosh OS X. Check the OS of your computer
before using it with the LR16.
* All company names and product names on this manual are
trademarks, registered trademarks, or trade names of their
respective holders.
Connecting the LR16 to a personal computer
Connect the [USB PC] port of the LR16 to the
USB port of your computer using a USB cable,
as shown above. (Note that no USB cable is
supplied with the LR16.)
<Note>:
computer, turn off the power of both the
machines.
Before you connect the LR16 to your
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Personal computer
supporting USB
connection
Enabling USB connection
After you connect the LR16 to your computer,
turn on the both machines and follow the
procedure below to enable USB connection.
In the following procedure, it is assumed that
any project is loaded to the recorder of the
LR16.
(1) Press the [ENTER] key to bring up the
MENU screen.
When you bring up the MENU screen for
the first time, "Mark point" is highlighted.
(2) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "USB" and
press the [ENTER] key .
The display now shows the USB menu
screen.
<Note>:
While a USB memory stick is connected to the [USB HOST] port, you cannot
connect a personal computer to the [USB PC]
port. When you connect a personal computer
to the [USB PC] port, do not connect any device to the [USB HOST] port.
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(3) While "USB to PC" is highlighted, press the
[ENTER] key .
The display now shows the screen below,
in which "?" is flashing.
<Memo>: To cancel USB connection,
press the [EXIT/NO] key. The display
returns to show the previous screen. You
can exit the MENU mode by pressing the
[EXIT/NO] key repeatedly.
(4) While "?" is flashing on the screen, press
the [ENTER] key .
USB connection is enabled and the display
shows the screen below.
<Protecting the internal hard disk>
On the USB menu screen, you can also select
"Disk protect" menu item.
This menu item allows you to enable or disable
the protection of the internal hard disk.
By default, it is set to "Off" and you can read
from or write to the internal hard disk by computer operation.
If you want to protect the internal hard disk
from destroying file data on the hard disk by
accidental computer operation, it is recommended to enable the "Disk protect" function.
When the "Disk protect" function is enabled,
you can only read data from the internal hard
disk by computer operation.
To enable the Disk protection function, follow
the procedure below.
In the description below, it is assumed that the
USB menu is shown on the display.
<Note>:
protect" before you enable USB connection.
(1) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight
It is recommended to enable "Disc
"Disk protect" and press the [ENTER]
key .
The current setting ("Off" by default)
starts flashing.
While the screen above is shown, you can
transfer audio data between the LR16 and
the personal computer.
<Memo>: When USB connection is en-
abled, the icon of a removable disk drive
as below is shown on the "My computer"
window (the icon may be different depending on computers).
LR16 (E:)
(2) Use the [MENU] dial to select "On" and
press the [ENTER] key .
The disk protect function is now enabled
and the display returns to the previous
screen. Then enable USB connection.
To disable the disk protect function,
perform the same procedure as above.
<Memo>: If you initialize the system memory
via the "Sys default memory" menu item of
the "System" menu, the disk protect function reverts back to "Off".
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LR16 (E:)
Copying data from the LR16 to a computer
You can copy data from the internal hard disk
of the LR16 to the hard disk of a personal
computer.
INPUT
EFF SEND (-2dBu)
GROUP (+4dBu)
AUX SEND (-2dBu)
MIDI OUT
ST MIX OUT (-10dBV)
R STEREO OUT (+4dBu) L
USB
FOOT SW CONTROLLERPANEL LOCK
LOCK
<Note>:
When you copy data to the hard disk
of a personal computer, "copy" a desired data
folder. Do not "move" a desired folder. If you
move a folder, the original folder on the internal hard disk of the LR16 is removed.
<Memo>: You can also copy data from the
internal hard disk to an external USB memory
stick by connecting the USB memory stick to
the [USB HOST] port of the LR16 (see page
68).
(1) Open the removable disk drive added to My
computer on a personal computer.
The window shows project folders, memory
play folders, etc., on the internal hard disk,
as shown below. (The following shows a
window example of Window XP. See
"Recording" on page 45 for details about
files, etc., stored in each folder.)
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Copying data from a computer to the LR16
You can copy data from the hard disk of a
personal computer to the internal hard disk
of the LR16. You can also copy the downloaded software upgrade file from a personal
computer to the internal hard disk of the
LR16.
GROUP (+4dBu)
ST MIX OUT (-10dBV)
R STEREO OUT (+4dBu) L
<Note>:
disk of a personal computer to the internal
hard disk of the LR16, disable the "disk protect" function. If the "disk protect" function
is enabled, you cannot copy data to the hard
disk of the LR16.
<Memo>: You can also copy upgrade file from
the personal computer to a USB memory stick
and then copy the file from the USB memory
stick to the LR16 (see page 80).
(1) Copy an audio file from the hard disk of a
personal computer to the "Project folder"
in the "Removable disk drive" added to the
"My computer" window of the computer.
INPUT
EFF SEND (-2dBu)
AUX SEND (-2dBu)
MIDI OUT
USB
FOOT SW CONTROLLERPANEL LOCK
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When you copy data from the hard
<Memo>:
When you copy a version upgrade file, copy it to the "root" of the removable disk drive (drag & drop to the
following icon).
PROJ003
MPLAY480
PROJ004
MPLAY441
(2) Select a desired data folder and copy the
folder to the hard disk of the computer .
(3) After copying the data folder to the hard disk
of the personal computer , remove the LR16
from the personal computer and disconnect
the USB cable.
(4) Press the [EXIT/NO] key to disconnect the
USB connection.
For details about upgrading, see "Upgrade of the LR16" in "Other functions"
on page 80.
<Note>:
When you copy a stereo file from
a computer to the LR16, put the file into
the “2mix”, “MPLAY441” or “MPLAY480”
folder in the project.
(3) After copying data from the personal
computer, safety remove the LR16 fr om the
personal computer and disconnect the USB
cable.
(4) Press the [EXIT/NO] key to disconnect the
USB connection.
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Other functions
Adjusting the display contrast
If the display is difficult to see, you can adjust
the display contrast by rotating the [MENU]
dial while the LR16 is turned on.
Rotating the [MENU] dial counterclockwise
increases the contrast. Rotating the [MENU]
dial clockwise decreases the contrast.
Model LR16 [Recorder function / Other functions]
(3) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "Foot SW"
and press the [ENTER] key .
The current setting starts flashing and you
can now change the setting (by default,
"P I/O" flashes).
<Memo>: The contrast setting remains in
effect even if you turn off the LR16.
If you initialize the system memory via the
"Sys default memory" menu item of the
"System" menu, the contrast reverts back
to the default setting.
Setting the footswtich function
You can select the function of a footswitch
connected to the [FOOT SW] jack on the rear
panel of the main unit between the punch
in/out function and memory play start/stop
function.
(1) Press the [ENTER] key to bring up the
MENU screen.
When you bring up the MENU screen for
the first time, "Mark point" is highlighted.
(2) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "System"
and press the [ENTER] key .
The display now shows the system menu
screen.
You can select from the following options.
P I/O
MEM 0
MEM 9
(4) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight the desired
option and press the [ENTER] key to
confirm the setting.
(5) Press the [STOP] key to exit the MENU
mode.
<Memo>: If you initialize the system
memory via the "Sys default memory"
menu item of the "System" menu, the
footswitch function reverts back to the
default setting (P I/O).
A connected footswitch acts as the
punch in/out switch.
A connected footswitch acts the same
as the associated memory key . Press-
I
ing the footswitch starts or stop
I
memory play .
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Formatting the internal hard disk
You can format the internal hard disk of the
main unit. Formatting the internal hard disk
erases all the data on the disk.
<Note>:
erases all the data on the disk.
Before you format the hard disk, back up
the necessary data by copying to a hard disk
of your personal computer or an external
USB memory stick, etc. (See page 74 for details about how to copy data to your personal computer and page 68 for detail about
how to copy data to a USB memory stick.)
(1) Press the [ENTER] key to bring up the
(2) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "System"
Formatting the internal hard disk
MENU screen.
When you bring up the MENU screen for
the first time, "Mark point" is highlighted.
and press the [ENTER] key .
The display now shows the system menu
screen.
(4) While holding down the [RECORD] key,
press the [ENTER] key .
DIsk formatting starts and the display as
below is shown. When disk formatting is
completed, the display shows "Completed!".
(5) Press the [ENTER] key .
The LR16 exits MENU mode and the
display shows the Home screen of an empty
disk as below.
(3) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight
"Disk Format" and press the [ENTER] key .
The confirmation screen as below is shown.
<Memo>: To cancel disk formatting,
press the [STOP] key.
Initializing the system memory
You can initialize the system memory in the
internal flash ROM and revert the following
system setting items back to the default condition.
Setting items
Assign Sub In
Assign MemPlay
Default Fr ame
Foot SW
Default FS
Disk Protect
Contrast level -
(1) Press the [ENTER] key to bring up the
MENU screen.
When you bring up the MENU screen for
the first time, "Mark point" is highlighted.
(2) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "System"
and press the [ENTER] key .
Default
15/16
-/-
25FPS
PI/O
44K/16
Off
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The display now shows the system menu
screen.
(3) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight
"Sys default memory" and press the
[ENTER] key .
The confirmation screen as below is shown.
Assigning the destinations of SUB IN and the
memory play signals
You can assign the destination channels of
the signal received from the [SUB IN] jacks on
the control panel as well as the memory play
signal.
(1) Press the [ENTER] key to bring up the
MENU screen.
When you bring up the MENU screen for
the first time, "Mark point" is highlighted.
(2) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "Input" and
press the [ENTER] key .
The display now shows the screen on which
you can assign the destination channels of
"SubIn" and "MemPlay".
<Memo>: To cancel system initialization,
press the [STOP] key.
(4) While holding down the [RECORD] key ,
press the [ENTER] key .
System initialization is performed
immediately and the display returns to the
Home screen previously shown before
entering MENU mode.
• To assign the destination channels of SUB IN
(3) While the "Assign/SubIn" item is
highlighted, press the [ENTER] key.
The current setting ("15/16" by default)
starts flashing.
(4) Use the [MENU] dial to select the
destination channels and press the
[ENTER] key .
You can select from channel pairs ("1/2",
"3/4" and "5/6") as well as "-/-".
When "-/-" is selected, no channel is
assigned.
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<Note>:
If you attempt to select the same
destination channels as the memory play
signal, the warning message as below is
shown and you cannot select the channels.
• To assign the destination channels of Memory play
(3) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "MemPlay"
item and press the [ENTER] key .
The current setting ("-/-" by default) starts
flashing.
(4) Use the [MENU] dial to select the
destination channels and press the
[ENTER] key .
You can select from channel pairs ("1/2",
"3/4" and "5/6") as well as "-/-".
When "-/-" is selected, no channel is
assigned.
Software version upgrade
When the software version of the LR16 is upgraded, you can upgrade the LR16 by yourself. The upgraded software can be downloaded via the Fostex website (http://
www.fostexinternational.com/).
Use either of the methods below to upgrade
the software.
The downloaded software file has the ".mot"
extension. See the Fostex website for details
about how to download the file.
<Note>:
the Fostex website, consult the Fostex service station or your nearest dealer.
<Method 1>
Use the "USB" menu in the MENU mode to
connect the LR16 to a personal computer and
transfer the downloaded upgrade file to the
internal hard disk of the LR16. For details
about how to transfer a file, see page 74.
If you cannot download the file from
INPUT
EFF SEND (-2dBu)
R STEREO OUT (+4dBu) L
GROUP (+4dBu)
ST MIX OUT (-10dBV)
AUX SEND (-2dBu)
MIDI OUT
USB
FOOT SW CONTROLLER PANEL LOCK
LOCK
Personal computer
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<Note>:
If you attempt to select the same
destination channels as the SUB IN signal, the warning message as below is
shown and you cannot select the channels.
(5) Press the [STOP] key to exit the MENU
mode.
<Memo>: If you initialize the system
memory via the "Sys default memory"
menu item of the "System" menu, these
items revert back to the default settings.
<Method 2>
Connect a USB memory stick to a personal
computer and copy the downloaded upgrade
file to the USB memory stick, then connect
the USB memory stick to the [USB HOST] port
of the LR16.
Note that you cannot connect a personal computer to the LR16 while a USB memory stick
is connected to the LR16.
INPUT
EFF SEND (-2dBu)
R STEREO OUT (+4dBu) L
GROUP (+4dBu)
ST MIX OUT (-10dBV)
AUX SEND (-2dBu)
MIDI OUT
USB
FOOT SW CONTROLLER PANEL LOCK
LOCK
USB memory stick
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In the following procedure, it is assumed the following. The upgrade file is transfered to the internal hard disk of the LR16 or the USB memory stick
to which the upgrade file is copied from a personal
computer is connected to the [USB HOST] port of
the LR16, The LR16 is turned off.
(1) T urn on the LR16.
(2) Press the [ENTER] key to bring up the
MENU screen.
When you bring up the MENU screen for
the first time, "Mark point" is highlighted.
(3) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "System"
and press the [ENTER] key .
The display now shows the system menu
screen.
(6) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight the
upgrade file (with ".MOT" extension) and
press the [ENTER] key .
The confirmation message appears.
<Memo>: To cancel version upgrading,
press the [STOP] key.
(7) While holding down the [RECORD] key,
press the [ENTER] key .
The LR16 starts upgrading the software
version and the display changes as follows.
It takes some time until completing the
software upgrade.
(4) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "Version"
and press the [ENTER] key .
The current software version is shown.
(5) While holding down the [RECORD] key ,
press the [ENTER] key .
The upgrade file which is stored to the
internal hard disk (or the USB memory
connected to the [USB HOST] port) is
displayed.
(8) When upgrading is completed, press the
[STOP] key to exit the MENU mode.
(9) T urn the LR16 off and then on.
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MIDI synchronization
MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface)
is an industry-standard protocol which enables electronic musical instruments, computers, and other equipment to communicate,
control, and synchronize with each other.
<MIDI connection>
To send MIDI message from the LR16 to external MIDI equipment, connect the [MIDI OUT]
port of the LR16 to the [MIDI IN] port of external MIDI equipment using a MIDI cable.
INPUT
EFF SEND (-2dBu)
GROUP (+4dBu)
ST MIX OUT (-10dBV)
R STEREO OUT (+4dBu) L
<MIDI message supported by the LR16>
The [MIDI OUT] port of the LR16 sends MTC
(MIDI Time Code) message which allows synchronization between the LR16 and external
MIDI equipment. The frame rate of MTC is set
to 25 fps by default, however, you can also set
it to 30 fps (see the right column on this page
for details about how to set the frame rate).
AUX SEND (-2dBu)
MIDI OUT
USB
MIDI IN
FOOT SW CONTROLLER PANEL LOCK
LOCK
External MIDI equipment
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• Setting frame rate
(1) Press the [ENTER] key to bring up the
MENU screen.
When you bring up the MENU screen for
the first time, "Mark point" is highlighted.
(2) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "System"
and press the [ENTER] key .
The display now shows the system menu
screen.
(3) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "Default
frame" and press the [ENTER] key .
The current frame setting starts flashing (by
default, "25FPS" is selected).
<Note>:
It is recommended to set the frame
rate before you make recording in the new
project mode or you create a new project
using the "Project" menu in the MENU mode.
<Note>:
The LR16 can be a master but cannot be a slave.
<Memo>: This manual contains the MIDI
implementation chart of the LR16 on page
86. When you use MIDI equipment with
the LR16, check the MIDI implementation
charts of the LR16 and MIDI equipment.
(4) Use the [MENU] dial to select the desired
frame rate and press the [ENTER] key .
You can select between "25FPS" and
"30FPS".
(5) Press the [STOP] key to exit the MENU
mode.
<Memo>: If you initialize the system
memory via the "Sys default memory"
menu item of the "System" menu, the
frame rate reverts back to the default
setting ("25FPS").
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Setting FS/Bit of project
You can select the FS (sampling frequency)
and Bit length combination of a newly created project. By default, it is set to 44 kHz/16
bits.
<Note>:
fect to existing projects. The setting affects
to a project recorded by the new project
mode or a project newly created via the
"Project" menu of the MENU mode.
(1) Press the [ENTER] key to bring up the
(2) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "System"
The FS/Bit setting here does not af-
MENU screen.
When you bring up the MENU screen for
the first time, "Mark point" is highlighted.
and press the [ENTER] key .
The display now shows the system menu
screen.
(5) Press the [STOP] key to exit the MENU
mode.
The selected FS/Bit combination is shown
on the Home screen.
<Note>:
nation of an existing project and attempt
to make recording, the following warning message appears. Revert to the original FS/Bit combination of the project.
If you change the FS/Bit combi-
<Memo>: If you initialize the system
memory via the "Sys default memory"
menu item of the "System" menu, the
FS/Bit combination reverts back to the
default setting ("25FPS").
(3) While "Default FS" menu is highlighted,
press the [ENTER] key .
The current setting starts flashing (by
default, "44K/16" is selected).
(4) Use the [MENU] dial to select the desired
FS/Bit combination and press the [ENTER]
key to confirm the setting.
You can select from "44K/16" (default),
"44K/24", "48K/16" and "48K/24".
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Model LR16 [Specifications]
Specifications
Inputs/Outputs
0dBV = 1.0 Vrms, 0dBu = 0.775 Vrms
Reference level: -20dBfs
Input and Output (Main unit)
[MIC INPUT (1 - 16)]
Connectors: XLR3-31, balanced
(combo)
Nominal input level: -60dBu ~ -12dBu
Input impedance: more than 1.5kΩ
Phantom Power: P48V (1-8ch & 9-16ch
switchable, on/off)
[LINE INPUT (1 - 16)]
Connectors: ø6.3mm TRS phone,
balanced (combo)
Nominal input level: -40dBu ~ +8dBu
Input impedance: more than 10kΩ
[INSERT (1 - 8)]
Connectors: ø6.3mm TRS phone,
(Tip: Output, Ring: Input)
Load impedance: more than 10kΩ
Nominal output level: -10dBV
Input impedance: more than 10kΩ
Nominal input level: -10dBV
[STEREO BUS OUT (L, R)]
Connectors: XLR3-31, balanced
Reference output lev el:+4dBu
Load impedance: more than 10kΩ
[GROUP BUS OUT (1 - 4)]
Connectors: ø6.3mm TRS phone,
balanced
Reference output lev el:+4dBu
Load impedance: more than 10kΩ
[AUX SEND (1 - 3)]
Connectors: ø6.3mm phone,
unbalanced
Reference output lev el:-2dBu
Load impedance: more than 10kΩ
[EFFECT SEND]
Connector: ø6.3mm phone,
unbalanced
Reference output lev el:-2dBu
Load impedance: more than 10kΩ
[STEREO MIX OUT (L, R)]
Connectors: RCA, unbalanced
Reference output level:-10dBu
Load impedance: more than 10kΩ
[FOOT SW]
Connector: ø6.3mm phone,
Level: TTL level (unlatched type)
[USB (PC)]
Device: USB2.0 Hi-speed for PC
connection
Connector: B type
[USB (HOST)]
Device: USB2.0 Hi-speed for
storage connection
Connector: A type
[MIDI OUT]
Connector: DIN 5-pin
[TO CONTROL BOX]
Connector: RJ45 (CAT5, straight)
Input and Output (Controller unit)
[PHONES]
Connector: ø6.3mm Stereo Phone
Load impedance: more than 32Ω
[MONITOR OUT (L, R)]
Connector: ø6.3mm Phone,
unbalanced
Reference output lev el:-12dBV
Load impedance: more than 32Ω
[SUB IN (L, R)]
Connector: RCA, unbalanced
Reference input level: -10dBV
Input impedance: more than 10kΩ
[TO I/O BOX]
Connector: RJ45 (CAT5, straight)
Recording/Playback
Recording media: Internal 3.5” HDD
Sampling frequency: 44.1/48kHz
Quantization: 16bit/24bit
File system: FAT32 (WAV)
Number of recording tracks: 1 - 16
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Model LR16 [Specifications]
1
2
3
Recording time: approx. 16 hours (80GB HD,
16bit/44.1kHz, 16 tracks)
Frequency response: 20Hz - 20kHz +1dB, -2dB
(44.1/48kHz)
S/N: Line (Trim Min) 95dB or more (typical)
Mic (Trim Max) 90dB or more (typical)
Dynamic range: 100dB or more (Trim Min)(Typical)
T.H.D.: Mic (Trim Max) -> ST out: 0.01% or less
(1kHz, -2dBFS)
Line (Trim Min) -> ST out: 0.01% or less
(1kHz, -2dBFS)
Line (Trim Min) -> Phones: 0.1% or less
(1kHz, 70mW, 32Ω )
Physical dimensions
INPUT
EFF SEND (-2dBu)
R STEREO OUT (+4dBu) L
GROUP (+4dBu)
ST MIX OUT (-10dBV)
AUX SEND (-2dBu)
MIDI OUT
USB
FOOT SW CONTROLLER PANEL LOCK
LOCK
437
482
General
Dimensions: 482 (W) x 136 (H) x 570 (D) mm
Weight: approx. 13kg
Power Requirement: 120VAC 50/60Hz
230VAC 50/60Hz
240VAC 50/60Hz
Power Consumption: approx. 60W
1
1
2
3
INSERT
INSERTINSERTINSERTINSERTINSERTINSERTINSERT
PHANTOM
POWER
GND
HOT
2
3
COLD
Main unit
437
482
129
185
54
355
Control unit
85
24
Model LR16 [Specifications]
[LIVE RECORDING MIXER]
Model LR16
Function.....
Basic
Channel
Mode
Note
Number:
V elocity
After
Touch
Pitch Bend
Control
Change
Default
Changed
Default
Message
Altered
T rue V oice
Note ON
Note OFF
Key’s
Channel’s
MIDI Implementation Chart
Transmitted Recognized Remarks
X
X
X
X
*********
X
*********
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Date: 2008.12.24
V ersion: V1.00
Program
Change
System Exclusive
: Quarter Frame
Common
System
Real Time
Aux.
Message
Notes
Mode 1: OMNI ON, POLY Mode 2: OMNI ON, MONO
Mode 3: OMNI OFF, POLY Mode 4: OMNI OFF, MONO
: Song Position
: Song Select
: Tune
: Local ON/OFF
: All Notes OFF
: Active Sense
: Reset
True #
: Clock
: Commands
X
*********
X
O
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
*********
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
O: Yes
X: No
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Model LR16 [Specifications]
Declaration of EC Directive
This equipment is compatible with the EMC Directive (2004/108/EC) - 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.
The Affect of Immunity on This Equipment
The affect of the European Specification EN61000-6-1 (coexistence of electromagnetic waves - common
immunity specification) on this equipment are as shown below.
In the electrical fast transient/burst requirements, surge, conducted disturbances by radio-frequency fields, power
frequency magnetic field, radiate electromagnetic field requirements and static electricity discharging environment,
this could be affected by generation of noise in some cases.
FOSTEX DISTRIBUTORS LIST IN EUROPE
* Including non-EU countries (as of March 2007)
<AUSTRIA>
NAME: ATEC Audio-u. Videogeraete VertriebsgesmbH.
ADD: Im Winkel 5, A-2325 Velm, Austria
TEL: (+43) 2234-74004, FAX: (+43) 2234-74074
<BELGIUM>
NAME: General Audio
ADD: Raymond Pelgrimslaan 101, B-1702 GrootBijgaarden, Belgium
TEL: (+32) 2-4630650, FAX: (+32) 2-4661500
<DENMARK>
NAME: SC Sound ApS
ADD: Malervej 2, DK-2630 Taastrup, Denmark
TEL: (+45) 4399-8877, FAX: (+45) 4399-8077
<FINLAND>
NAME: Noretron Oy Audio
ADD: P. O. Box 22, FIN-02631 Espoo, Finland
TEL: (+358) 9-5259330, FAX: (+358) 9-52593352
<FRANCE>
NAME: Sennheiser France
ADD: 128 bis, avenue Jean-Jaures, 94851 Ivry-surSeine Cedex, France
TEL: (+33) 1 4987 0300, FAX: (+33) 1 4987 0324
<GERMANY>
NAME: Mega Audio GmbH
ADD: Stromberger Str. 32, D-55411 Bingen, Germany
TEL: (+49) 6721-94330, FAX: (+49) 6721-32046
<GREECE>
NAME: Bon Studio S. A.
ADD: 6 Zaimi Street, Exarchia, 106.83 Athens, Greece
TEL: (+30) 210-3809-605, 606, 607, 608
FAX: (+30) 210-3845-755, 210-3827-868
<ICELAND>
NAME: I. D. elrf. electronic Ltd.
ADD: ARMULA 38 108 REYKJAVIK, ICELAND
TEL: (+354) 588 5010, FAX: (+354) 588 5011
<ITALY>
NAME: Proel S. p. A.
ADD: Zona Via Alla Ruenia, 37/43 64027 - Sant’Omero
(Teramo), Italy
TEL: (+39) 0861-81241, FAX: (+39) 0861-887862
<THE NETHERLANDS>
NAME: IEMKE ROOS AUDIO B. V.
ADD: Kuiperbergweg 20, 1101 AG Amsterdam, The
Netherlands
TEL: (+31) 20-697-2121, FAX: (+31) 20-697-4201
<NORWAY>
NAME: Siv. Ing. Benum AS
ADD: P. O. Box 145, Vinderen, 0319 Oslo, Norway
TEL: (+47) 2213 9900, FAX: (+47) 2214 8259
<SPAIN>
NAME: Letusa S. A.
ADD: C/Laguna 10, 28923 Alcorcon, Madrid, Spain
TEL: (+34) 91-4862800, 91-4470898
FAX: (+34) 91-6414597
<SWEDEN>
NAME: Kinovox-Benum A/B
ADD: Solna Strandvag 78 171 54 Solna, Sweden
TEL: (+46) 8 5052 1176, FAX: (+46) 8 5052 1010
<SWITZERLAND>
NAME: Audio Bauer Pro AG
ADD: Bernerstrasse-Nord 182, CH-8064 Zurich,
Switzerland
TEL: (+41) 1-4323230, FAX: (+41) 1-4326558
<UK>
NAME: SCV London
ADD: 40 Chigwell Lane, Oakwood Hill Industrial Estate,
Loughton, Essex IG10 3NY U. K.
TEL: (+44) 20-8418-0778, FAX: (+44) 20-8418-0624
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Model LR16 [Specifications]
FOR THE US CUSTOMERS ONLY
FOSTEX AMERICA LIMITED W ARRANTY
The following statement defines specific legal rights. You may also have additional rights depending on the
state in which the Fostex product was purchased.
W ARRANTY PRO TECTION
All Fostex parts are warranted for one (1) year from the date of original purchase, except for recording
media, such as hard disc drives and compact flash cards, heads, lamps and fuses, which are warranted, for
one hundred-eighty (180) days. Fostex America will repair and / or replace parts during the term of this
warranty. Labor costs are also covered by Fostex America for one (1) year from the date of original purchase.
Except as specified below, this warranty covers all defects in material and workmanship in this product.
The following are not covered by this warranty:
1. Batteries.
2. Damage to any product that has been altered.
3. Damage to any product on which the original serial number has been defaced, modified or removed.
4. Damage to or deterioration of the external cabinet.
5. Damage occurring during shipment of the product. (NOTE: Shipping claims must be presented to the
carrier.)
6. Damage resulting from accident, misuse, abuse or neglect.
7. Damage resulting from failure to perform routine maintenance and / or calibration procedures.
8. Damage resulting from failure to follow instruction in the owner's manual.
9. Damage resulting from repair or attempted repair or by someone other than a Fostex America
Service technician or a technician at an authorized Fostex America service station.
10. Damage resulting from causes other than product defects, including lack of technical skill,
competence or experience on the part of the user.
11. External appearance items such as cosmetic parts, knobs, liquid crystal displays, buttons, etc.
12. Replacements or repairs necessitated by loss or damages resulting from any cause beyond the
control of Fostex America.
13. Damage resulting from misuse or abuse on rental units.
NOTE : FOSTEX AMERICA IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR D ATA LOST OR DAMAGED DURING
OPERA TION OF THIS PRODUCT.
CALIBRA TION AND MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES ARE NO T COVERED BY THIS
WARRANTY.
Fostex America reserves the right to inspect all products submitted pursuant to this warranty.
If such an inspection shows reasonable cause to believe that any of the above exclusions to the above
warranty are applicable, then Fostex America or the authorized service station will charge prevailing service
rates and parts, costs for any repairs.
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Model LR16 [Specifications]
FOSTEX AMERICA LIMITED WARRANTY
To claim all warranty service, first access www.fostex.com to receive service authorization (RMA number). Then present the authorization together with the bill of sale, which shows the date of original
purchase to Fostex America. This warranty is not transferable.
SHIPPING
If this product needs service, you must take it, or package it carefully, using ample packaging materials
to prevent damage during shipment and mail it to the distributor from whom you have purchased this
product, postage pre-paid and insured.
NOTE: Fostex America will not assume responsibility for damages or losses occurred in transit, but will
reasonably assist the sender in processing any claims whenever possible (such as submitting statements to the carriers when applicable).
Any collect or C.O.D. shipments will be refused. In order to obtain warranty repairs, you must include
the following:
1. Date proof of original purchase (copy of bill of sale or charge slip).
2. A note describing the problem with sufficient particularity to allow Fostex America to inspect or
adjust the problem.
3. All accessory items appurtenant to that problem.
LIMITATIONS OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES
AND EXCLUSIONS OF CERTAIN DAMAGES
Unless considered unenforceable or unlawful under applicable law:
A. All implied warranties - including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular pur
pose - are limited in duration to term of this warranty and to the express coverage of this
warranty;
B. Fostex America's liability for any defect product is expressly limited to repair or replacement of
the product, at the sole discretion and / or option of Fostex America. Fostex America shall not
under any circumstances be liable for:
1. Damaged based on inconvenience, loss of use of the product, loss of time,
interrupted operation or commercial loss, OR;
2. Any damages, whether incidental, consequential or otherwise, except damages
which may not be excluded by under applicable law.
C. Fostex America makes no other warranties, express or implied, above and / or beyond the
representations made herein.
W ARRANTY APPLIES ONLY TO THOSE PRODUCTS SOLD AND
DISTRIBUTED BY FOSTEX AMERICA
Service Department
FOSTEX AMERICA
9 Mars Court Boonton, NJ 07005
TEL: 973-394-0015 FAX: 973-394-0800
Email: support@fostexusa.com
Web: www.fostex.com
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Model LR16 [Specifications]
Index
<A>
Assign channel .....................................................59, 79
ADL file ...........................................................45, 52, 66
<B>
Balanced type .............................................................20
Bus ..............................................................................34
Block diagram ..............................................................42
<C>
CA T-5 cable .................................................................13
Condensation ..............................................................10
Connector ...................................................................20
Contrast .......................................................................77
Control unit ...........................................................15, 24
Connection ............................................................18, 35
<D>
Display .........................................................................30
<E>
Equalizer .....................................................................36
Effect processor ....................................................37, 38
Effect type ....................................................................39
Folder ..........................................................................45
<F>
Footswitch .......................................................55, 60, 77
Format .........................................................................78
Frame rate ............................................................48, 82
File transfer to/from a computer ..................................74
<G>
Grouping .....................................................................40
<H>
Hard disk drive .................................................9, 44, 78
Home recording ..........................................................19
Home screen ...............................................................30
<I>
Insert mode .................................................................45
INSERT connector ......................................................38
Initializing .....................................................................78
Internal effect processor .............................................38
Input level .............................................................35, 48
<L>
Live recording .......................................................48, 46
Limiter .........................................................................36
Low cut ........................................................................36
LOG folder ......................................................45, 52, 67
<M>
Memory play mode .....................................................59
My computer ...............................................................75
Master channel ...........................................................24
Mark ............................................................................60
Mixer functions ............................................................33
MIDI .......................................................................82, 86
Mixdown ......................................................................52
Memory play ................................................................57
Main unit ...............................................................15, 27
MENU mode screen ...................................................31
Monitoring ...................................................................39
<N>
New project mode .......................................................45
<O>
Overdubbing ...............................................................51
<P>
Physical dimensions ...................................................85
Playback ......................................................................50
Power supply ..........................................................9, 17
Panel rock ....................................................................31
Punch in/out ................................................................54
Personal computer ......................................................74
Phantom power ...........................................................35
Project ...................................................................45, 65
Protect .........................................................................75
Pre-fader .....................................................................37
Post-f ader ....................................................................37
<R>
Recording format ........................................................44
Recording mode .........................................................45
Recording ....................................................................44
Recorder functions ......................................................43
Roll back ......................................................................67
<S>
SUB IN ..................................................................41, 79
Sampling frequency ..............................................48, 83
Signal flow of the mixer ................................................34
System memory ..........................................................78
Specifications ..............................................................84
Stereo bus ...................................................................49
Stereo mix ...................................................................47
Solo monitoring ...........................................................40
Stereo mix file ................................................45, 58, 70
Stereo mix folder ...........................................45, 50, 70
<T>
T rim control ...........................................................22, 35
<U>
USB .............................................................................73
USB flash memory stick ......................................68, 80
Unbalanced type .........................................................20
<V>
V ersion upgrade ...................................................10, 80
<Y>
Y cable ..................................................................29, 38
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FOSTEX CO.
3-2-35 Musashino, Akishima-shi, Tokyo Japan 196-0021
© PRINTED IN JAPAN DEC. 2008 8588103000 479095
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