Owner’ s Manual
8588 088 000
(452186)
Caution: Please visit Fostex website (http://www.fostex.com) for the latest
version software.
Note: The MR16 has two models: one has a built in CD-R/RW drive , while
the other has no CD-R/RW drive.
This manual can be used for both manual. Each MR16 model also contains
the independent supplementary manual which explains how to create an
audio CD using the internal or an external CD-R/RW drive. Therefore, if
you attempt to create an audio CD (CD-DA), read the supplementary manual.
MR16 Owner’s Manual (Safety instructions/Contents)
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
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.
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.
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.
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Table of contents
Safety Instructions .................................................................................................................2
Read this chapter first! ...................................................................................................... .......9
Precautions before using ...................................................................................................10
About power supply ...................................................................................................10
Precautions upon installing the MR16 ....................................................................10
Notes on repair ...........................................................................................................10
About copyrights ........................................................................................................10
About damages ...........................................................................................................10
Note on audio interruption .......................................................................................10
Notes on USB connection with Mac OS ....................................................................10
MR16 main features .............................................................................................................11
The basics of the MR16 .......................................................................................................13
Recording method ......................................................................................................13
About song ...................................................................................................................14
Remain (recordable space left on the disk) ............................................................14
Time base .....................................................................................................................15
Input and repro monitor ...........................................................................................15
TRIM control ................................................................................................................16
How to burn an audio CD ....................................................................................................17
Names and functions ........................................................................................................... ..19
T op panel 1 ................................................................................................................... .........20
T op panel 2 ................................................................................................................... .........22
Rear panel .................................................................................................................... .........24
Front panel (CD-R/R W drive built-in model only) ............................................................25
LCD display ..........................................................................................................................26
Home screen ................................................................................................................26
Selecting a time base mode ......................................................................................27
Adjusting the display contrast .................................................................................27
MENU mode screen ....................................................................................................28
Warning message .......................................................................................................28
Basic operations .....................................................................................................................29
About power .........................................................................................................................30
Power connection .......................................................................................................30
Turning on the unit ....................................................................................................30
Listening the demo song ....................................................................................................31
Connecting headphones (or a monitor speaker system) .....................................31
Playing back the demo song .....................................................................................32
Creating a song for recording ..........................................................................................33
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Input connection ..................................................................................................................35
Input channel ..............................................................................................................35
[INPUT A SELECT] switch ...........................................................................................35
Recording track combinations and available input channel(s) ..........................36
Recording onto a single track ............................................................................................37
Preparation for recording .........................................................................................37
Starting recording ......................................................................................................38
Playing back the recorded track ...............................................................................38
Undoing recording (undo/redo) .............................................................................38
Overdubbing basics ............................................................................................................39
Preparation for recording .........................................................................................39
Adjusting the recording levels while listening to track 1 .....................................40
Starting recording ......................................................................................................40
Playing back recorded track .....................................................................................40
Undoing recording (undo/redo) .............................................................................40
Recording onto four trac ks simultaneously ....................................................................41
Preparation for recording .........................................................................................41
Starting recording ......................................................................................................42
Playing back recorded tracks ....................................................................................42
Undoing recording (undo/redo) .............................................................................42
Basic mixdown ................................................................................................................. ....43
Mixdown to an analog recorder ...............................................................................44
Mixdown to a digital recorder ..................................................................................45
Advanced playbac k and locates functions .........................................................................47
3 x cueing ..............................................................................................................................48
Playback between LOCA TE A and B points .....................................................................48
Play mode ..............................................................................................................................49
Selecting a play mode ................................................................................................49
Auto play mode ...........................................................................................................50
Auto return mode .......................................................................................................50
Loop mode ...................................................................................................................50
Loop function in auto punch in/out mode ........................................51
Locate function ............................................................................................................... .....52
Time locate ..................................................................................................................52
Locating to the beginning (ABS ZERO) of a song ...............................52
Locating to the recording end point (REC END) of a song ...............52
Locating to the LOCATE A or LOCATE B point ........................................................53
Setting the LOCATE A or LOCATE B point ..........................................53
Locating ...................................................................................................54
Direct locate mode .....................................................................................................55
Direct locate mode basics .....................................................................55
Setting the locate accuracy ...................................................................56
Example of using the direct locate function ......................................56
Previewing the locate point ..................................................................58
Punch in/out .............................................................................................................................59
Punch in/out using the keys on the top panel ..................................................................60
Punch in/out using the foots witch .....................................................................................61
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Auto punch in/out ............................................................................................................. ...62
Setting the punch-in and punch-out points ...........................................................62
Rehearsal for auto punch in/out .............................................................................63
Actual auto punch in/out .........................................................................................64
Using effects ............................................................................................................................65
Using the input EQ for recording .......................................................................................66
Turning of the input EQ ............................................................................................66
Selecting a desired EQ preset entry ..........................................................................66
Using the insert effects for recording ...............................................................................68
Mic simulation effects ................................................................................................68
Amp simulation effects ..............................................................................................68
Using external effects f or recording ..................................................................................69
Using the reverb or delay ....................................................................................................7 0
Selecting an effect type ..............................................................................................70
Selecting a delay type ................................................................................................71
Adjusting the delay/reverb time .............................................................................71
Adjusting the effect send levels ................................................................................72
Using the mastering effects ...............................................................................................73
Selecting the desired effect type ..............................................................................74
T rack bouncing ................................................................................................................ .......75
Preliminary knowledge .......................................................................................................76
Track bouncing example ...........................................................................................76
Track bouncing modes ..............................................................................................77
Selecting the track bouncing mode .........................................................................78
Bouncing tracks 1 through 14 to trac ks 15/16 .................................................................79
Rehearsal of track bouncing .....................................................................................79
Actual track bouncing ...............................................................................................81
Checking the bounced signals on tracks 15/16 .....................................................81
Bouncing tracks 1 through 16 to a ne w song ...................................................................82
Rehearsal of track bouncing .....................................................................................82
Actual track bouncing ...............................................................................................83
Mixing signals of inputs A through D ................................................................................85
Connecting sound sources to INPUT A through INPUT D ....................................85
[TO STEREO BUSS] key setting ..................................................................................85
Panning setting for INPUT A through INPUT D ......................................................86
Bouncing the desired part of a song .................................................................................87
Rhythm guide function ..........................................................................................................89
Using the rhythm guide function .......................................................................................90
Setting the time signature and tempo .....................................................................90
Creating the conductor map ..............................................................................................92
Setting the signature map .........................................................................................92
Editing a time signature event .............................................................94
Deleting an unnecessary time signature event .................................94
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Editing the bar offset ..................................................................................................95
Setting the tempo map ...............................................................................................96
Editing a tempo event ...........................................................................98
Deleting an unnecessary tempo event ...............................................98
MIDI synchronization .......................................................................................................... ...99
Synchronization using MTC .............................................................................................100
Connection ................................................................................................................100
Settings of the MR16 and MIDI sequencer ............................................................100
MIDI sync/MTC frame rate settings ......................................................................101
Synchronization using MIDI c lock ...................................................................................102
Connection ................................................................................................................102
Settings of the MR16 and MIDI sequencer ............................................................102
Data export to a personal computer ..................................................................................103
W AV file con version ...........................................................................................................104
Enabling the file conversion ..................................................................................104
Procedure of file conversion ...................................................................................105
Exporting data to a personal computer ..........................................................................107
Connection to a personal computer .....................................................................107
Exporting a WAV file to a personal computer ......................................................108
Protecting the hard disk ...................................................................................................110
Archiving a song ................................................................................................................111
Song management ............................................................................................................... 113
Selecting the desired song ...............................................................................................114
Editing a song name .........................................................................................................115
Deleting an unnecessary song ......................................................................................116
Protecting a song .............................................................................................................117
T rack editing ..........................................................................................................................119
Erasing track data ..............................................................................................................120
Copying/pasting track data ..............................................................................................121
Moving track data ...............................................................................................................123
Exchanging whole track data ...........................................................................................125
Part editing .............................................................................................................................127
Erasing the part(s) .............................................................................................................128
Copying/pasting the part(s)-1 ..........................................................................................129
Copying/pasting the part(s)-2 ..........................................................................................131
Copying to the clipboard ........................................................................................131
Pasting clipboard data .............................................................................................133
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Moving the part(s) .............................................................................................................134
Exchange the parts ............................................................................................................136
Other functions ............................................................................................................... ......139
Hard disk formatting ..........................................................................................................140
Peak hold time setting .......................................................................................................1 41
Pre-roll/post-roll time setting ...........................................................................................142
Beat resolution mode on/off .............................................................................................143
Phantom power on/off .......................................................................................................144
Setting output mode of AUX OUT 1, 2 .............................................................................146
Initializing the MR16 ..........................................................................................................147
Application examples ..........................................................................................................149
Application example 1 (Mixing) .......................................................................................150
Application example 2 (Live) ............................................................................................151
T roubleshooting ............................................................................................................... ....153
T rouble for recording .........................................................................................................154
T rouble for pla yback ..........................................................................................................156
T rouble for effect ................................................................................................................156
T rouble for USB connection .............................................................................................157
Other troubles .....................................................................................................................158
MR16 Specifications ...........................................................................................................................159
Specifications .....................................................................................................................160
Physical dimensions .........................................................................................................16 1
Block diagram ....................................................................................................................162
MIDI implementation chart ...............................................................................................163
Index ....................................................................................................................................164
Declaration of EC Directive ..............................................................................................166
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MR16 Owner’s Manual (Read this chapter first!)
Read this chapter first!
Thank you very much for purchasing the Fostex MR16 digital multitracker.
The MR16 is a digital multitracker which can record 16-track audio at
44.1 kHz/16 bits on the internal 3.5-inch hard disk. Up to four tracks
can be recorded simultaneously.
The MR16 is also equipped with a 16-channel digital mixer, digital effects including the delay/reverb, insert effects (including simulation effects) and mastering effects. It allows you to carry out all the process for
digital multitrack recording including overdubbing, track bouncing and
mixdown within the digital domain, ensuring no loss of sound quality.
The MR16 with the CD-R/RW drive built-in allows you to make an audio
CD internally. If your MR16 does not have a built-in CD-R/RW drive, you
can make an audio CD using an external CD-R/RW drive connected to
the [USB HOST] port.
This chapter describes precautions before using, as well as features and
basic knowledge of the MR16.
To understand the MR16 features and basic functions, read this chapter
before using.
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Precautions before using
About power supply
• Be sure to connect the MR16 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 MR16 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 MR16 in an area with a
different power voltage, first consult your
dealer or the nearest Fostex service station.
• The [POWER] switch cannot turn off the
power completely. When this switch is "up",
the MR16 enters standby mode (i.e. the power
does not completely turned off).
Therefore, if you do not use the MR16 for a
long time, we recommend unplugging the
power cord from the AC outlet.
• It is very dangerous to use a power cord that
is frayed or damage. In such a case, stop
using the MR16 immediately and ask your
dealer to repair the cord.
<Important! >
Model name, power requirement, serial
number and other information for the
MR16 are shown at the bottom of the unit.
DIGITAL MULTITRACKER
S
P
E
FOSTEX
100-240V ~
SERIAL NO.
MODEL MR16
14W
MADE IN CHINA
50/60Hz
Precautions upon installing the MR16
• Do not install the MR16 in locations subject
to the following:
* Extremely high or low temperature, or
significant changes in temperature.
* Excessive humidity or dust.
* Excessive changes in power supply
voltage.
* Unstable or significantly vibrating or
shaking surfaces.
* Near a strong magnetic field (such as a
TV or speaker).
Notes on repair
• The MR16 does not use any parts that user
can repair easily. Contact your dealer or the
nearest Fostex service station to ask about
repairs.
• Use the original packing carton of the MR16
when you transport or send the MR16 to the
dealer or Fostex
service station for repair.
If you have discarded the packing carton,
pack the MR16 using shock absorbing
materials. Fostex is not responsible for
malfunction or damage due to incomplete
packaging or caused during transportation.
• Because the MR16 is a consumer product,
Fostex does not offer on-site service or
provide a loaner unit while your MR16 is
under repair.
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 distribution-any purpose
other than for your personal pleasure.
About damages
• Fostex is not responsible for any "direct
damage" or "indirect damage" caused by using
the MR16.
Notes on audio interruption
• If you make recording or editing to a song
many times, audio may be occasionally
interrupted when the song is played back,
due to data fragmentation. Note that this is
not a malfunction.
Note on USB connection with Mac OS
• Before you connect the MR16 to a Macintosh
computer, make sure that the OS is Mac OS X
or higher. The MR16 supports only Mac OS X
or higher.
If you connect the MR16 to a Macintosh
computer with Mac OS lower than "OS X",
song data on the MR16 may be damaged.
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MR16 main features
• Internal hard disk drive for reliable recording/pla ybac k
You can record high quality audio to the internal high performance 3.5-inch hard
disk drive. You can also edit recorded audio later without sound deterioration.
Up to 99 songs can be recorded.
• Four analog input channels
The MR16 provides four analog input channels and up to four tracks can be
recorded simultaneously. Input A features the guitar input to which you can apply
distortion or an external effect unit via insert connection. Each input provides the
[TRIM] control, allowing the perfect input level adjustment.
• Input EQ
You can apply the input EQ to each of input signals (A through D) when recording.
The input EQ library has 33 presets (L01 through L33) from which you can select an
appropriate EQ setting (see page 66 for details).
• Fostex original effects
An ASP digital effect processor (delay/reverb) with the algorithm newly developed
by Fostex is built in. You can apply the effects to tracks 1 through 8 during mixdown
and track bounce (see page 70 for details). In addition, the MR16 also provides
insert effects for microphone and amplifier simulation for coloring sounds.
• Mastering effects
The MR16 provides the mastering effects for stereo buss. You can apply the
mastering effect during mastering. Three effect types are available. See page 73 for
details.
• Versatile editing functions
The MR16 provides versatile editing functions including copy, paste, move, import
and erase (see pages 119 through 140 for details).
• Versatile trac k bounce functions
To use the recording tracks effectively, the MR16 provides the following five track
bounce modes (see page 75 for details).
(1) Bouncing tracks 1 through 8 to tracks 9/10
(2) Bouncing tracks 1 through 10 to tracks 11/12
(3) Bouncing tracks 1 through 12 to tracks 13/14
(4) Bouncing tracks 1 through 14 to tracks 15/16
(5) Bouncing tracks 1 through 16 to tracks 15/16 of the New song
• Capability of exporting song data to a PC
The MR16 provides the [USB] port for PC connection. Mastered song data can be
converted to a stereo WAV file and exported to a PC for creating an audio CD or
audio DVD (see page 103 for details).
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• Audio CD burning capability
If your MR16 does not have an internal CD-R/RW drive, you can burn an audio CD
(CD-DA) from song data (stored in the 2 MIX folder) by connecting an external
CD-R/RW drive to the [USB HOST] port of the unit.
If your MR16 has the internal CD-R/RW drive, you can burn an audio CD (CD-DA)
from song data using the internal CD-R/RW drive. See the "Using the CD-R/RW
drive" supplement for details.
• Capability of exporting/importing a WAV file (CD-R/RW drive built-in model only)
If your MR16 has the internal CD-R/RW drive, you can convert song data on the
internal hard disk to a mono WAV file and export (copy) to a CD-R/RW disc set on
the CD-R/RW drive, or import (copy) a WAV file from a CD-R/RW disc set on the
CD-R/RW drive to the internal hard disk. In addition, you can import track data on
a CD-DA disc (including a commercially available audio CD). See the "Using the
CD-R/RW drive" supplement for details.
• Capability of digital copy to an external digital device
The MR16 provides the [DIGITAL OUT] port (Toslink optical) which outputs S/P DIF
digital signals. By connecting an external DAT or MD to this port, you can copy song
data digitally (see page 43 for details).
• Synchronization to MIDI
The MR16 provides the [MIDI OUT] port (DIN 5-pin). You can synchronize the MR16
with external MIDI devices (MIDI sequencer, etc.) using MTC or MIDI clock fed from
the MR16 (see page 99 for details).
• Rhythm guide function for recording
The MR16 provides the rhythm guide function which is useful for recording.
You can hear the rhythm guide sound according to the signature/tempo or the
conductor map you set (see page 89 for details).
• Phantom power supply
You can supply the phantom power to the balanced XLR connector on Input A through
Input D, allowing direct connection of a condenser microphone. You can select on
or off of the phantom power (see page 144 for details).
• "2 MIX" file playback mode
The MR16 can play back a stereo WAV file which is necessary for creating an audio
CD, as well as can set CUE points for dividing into tracks. See the "Using the
CD-R/RW drive" supplement for details.
• TO STEREO BUSS function
During mixdown or track bouncing, you can add signals from Inputs A through D to
the mixed track signals.
• Two pair s of AUX OUT jac ks
The MR16 provides two pairs of AUX OUT jacks for applying an external effect to the
selected track(s) or sending out the rhythm guide signal, allowing the MR16 to be
used in various situations. See page 149 for details.
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The basics of the MR16
This section describes the basics of the MR16 you should know before using the MR16.
Recording method
The MR16 is fitted with a 3.5-inch hard disk drive. Songs are recorded on a hard disk along with
the ABS time (from 00m 00s 000ms to 399m 59s 999ms).
INPUT A INPUT B INPUT C INPUT D
UNBAL
INSERT/GUITAR
UNBAL
UNBAL
TRIM
PEAK
DISTORTION
LINE MIC
MIN
MAX
GUITAR
INPUT A INPUT B INPUT C INPUT D
AMP
MIC
SIMULATION
SIMULATION
DYNAMIC BRIT STACK
CONDENSER
US METAL
TUBE
60'S COMBO
TRIM
PEAK
LINE
MAX
MIN
MIC
100
R
L
ABC1 DEF2
1
LINE
010
LR
2
TRIM
PEAK
MIC
010
LR
GHI3 JKL4
3
L
R
STEREO OUT
BALBALBALBAL
AUX OUT
1
UNBAL
TRIM
PEAK
MIC
LINE
TO STEREO BUSS LEVEL
INPUT EQ
100
RL
4 8
2
PHONES
1
2
VOLUME
MIN
MAX
MAX
MIN
MIN MAX
REVERB / DELAY TIME
010
100
LR
RL
MNO5 YZ9PQR6 +-_0STU7 VWX8 DELETE
5
6
EFFECT SEND
010
100
LR
RL
7
DELAYPLATEHALLROOM
EFFECT
POWERFUL
PAN
9/10 11/12 13/14 15/16
BOUNCE MODE
NATURAL
15/16 > STEREO WAV FILE
BOUNCE
BRIGHT
MASTERING
B / OUTA / INPLAY MODEAUTO PUNCH
LOCATE
REC SELECT
MASTER
MENU / ENTER
TIMEBASE SELECT
RHYTHM GUIDE DIRECT LOCATE
REWIND F FWD
MAX
LOCATE ABS ZERO
RECORD STOP PLAY
MIN
POWER
STORE
UNDO/REDO
CONTRAST
LOCATE REC END
A-B PLAY
3.5-inch hard disk drive
The ABS time shows the absolute time on a hard disk and you can start recording from any
desired time within the range between 00m 00s 000ms and 399m 59s 999ms ABS time.
The beginning of a song
0m00s000ms
(ABS ZERO) 05m00s000ms 10m00s000ms
Recorded area Recorded areaNon-recorded area Non-recorded area
15m00s000ms
(REC END)
399m59s999ms
......
You can start recording from any desired time within the range
between 00m00s000ms and 399m59s999ms ABS time.
As the MR16 does not consume the disk space when no audio is recorded, you can record audio
effectively, while the recordable time for a tape recorder depends on the tape length.
Non recorded area (shown in white)
0m00s000ms
5-minute recording
5-minute recording
Non-recorded area (remain)
399m59s999ms
......
Recorded area (shown in gray)
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About song
To understand songs, imagine separated rooms as shown below. Each room can be regarded as
a song. With the MR16, you can create up to 99 rooms (songs) on the hard disk (although the
available space may limit the number of songs).
Song01
Song02
Song03
Song04
Song05
Song98
Song99
Recorded track data is stored in a song as mono WAV
files, as shown below.
Track 1
Track 2
Track 16
Song01
WAV files
Each song is independent on a disk and you can record, play back or edit a song without affecting other songs. You can give a desired song name for managing recorded songs (see page **).
Recorded track data is stored in a song as mono WAV files.
The MR16 can convert the two WAV files recorded on tracks 15 and 16 (L and R) to a stereo WAV
file (see page 90).
You can burn the converted stereo WAV file to an audio CD. To do this, export the file to your PC
and burn it using a music software application (see page 104), or burn the file to the internal CDR/RW drive (if it is provided to your MR16) or to an external CD-R/RW drive connected to the
MR16.
Remain (recordable space left on the disk)
"Remain" shows how much time you can further record audio data to the available space left on
the internal hard disk.
As described earlier, the MR16 stripes ABS time from 0m 00s 000ms to 399m 59s 999ms at
maximum for each song. However, the remaining time (= available recording time left) depends
on the available space on the hard disk in actual use. The remaining time is shown as in the
screen example below during recording or record standby. Note that it shows the remaining
time for recording onto a mono track.
Remain value
A "mono" track means a single track. Therefore, you can calculate the remaining time for recording to more than one track by dividing the displayed time by the number of tracks. Note that the
remaining time shown on the screen is an approximate time.
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Bar/beat mode
The beginning of a song
0m00s000ms
(ABS ZERO)
0m03s000ms 0m06s000ms
1bar 1 000clk
3bar 1 000clk
-2bar 1 000clk
ABS time mode
Time base
The term, "time base", is used as the reference of recorder position information.
Using the [TIME BASE SELECT] key, you can select from among two time base modes: ABS time
and bar/beat mode. Each screen example below shows the recorder is located at the beginning of
a song in each time base mode.
<ABS time mode>
<Bar/beat mode>
ABS time mode:
ABS time stands for Absolute time, which is "striped" on the disk when creating a song. It starts from
0m 00s 000ms (=ABS zero, the beginning of a song) and ends by 399m 59s 999ms at maximum.
Bar/beat mode:
The bar/beat/clock information is created according to the internal tempo map.
The ABS zero position is set to "bar -2/beat 1/clk 000" by default (this is called "bar offset").
The MR16 determines the bar/beat/clock value in a song in referenced to the bar offset, as well
as the time signature map and tempo map. You can set the bar offset between bar 1 to bar -8 via
the menu mode (see page 95). The figure below shows the relation between two time base
modes.
Input monitor and repro monitor
Each of the MR16 tracks has two output modes: repro monitor and input monitor.
In the repro monitor mode, the track playback signal is output. So if you want to listen to the
track playback sound, select the repro monitor mode.
In the input monitor mode, the input signal fed to the track is output. So you can check the level
of the input signal to be recorded.
To enter a MR16 track to input monitor mode, press the appropriate [REC SELECT] key to arm
the track (i.e. make the track record-ready), then press only the [RECORD] key to enter the
"RECORD READY" mode or press both the [RECORD] and [PLAY] keys simultaneously to start
recording.
Input signals for
recorder tracks
Track 3
Track 4
Track 1
Track 2
READY
READY
Track 5
Track 6
Track 15
Track 16
Output signals from
recorder tracks
Playback signal (repro monitor)
Playback signal (repro monitor)
Input signal (input monitor)
Input signal (input monitor)
Playback signal (repro monitor)
Playback signal (repro monitor)
Playback signal (repro monitor)
Playback signal (repro monitor)
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[TRIM] control
You must pay great attention to the [TRIM] control adjustment when recording to the MR16.
INPUT A INPUT B INPUT C INPUT D
UNBAL
INSERT/GUITAR
TRIM
DISTORTION
MIN
PEAK
LINE MIC
MAX
GUITAR
INPUT A INPUT B INPUT C INPUT D
UNBAL UNBAL
TRIM
PEAK
LINE
MIC
LINE
TRIM
PEAK
MIC
LINE
BALBALBALBAL
UNBAL
TRIM
PEAK
MIC
TO STEREO BUSS LEVEL
INPUT EQ
L
STEREO OUT
AUX OUT
1
PHONES
1
VOLUME
MIN MAX
MIN
MIN MAX
REVERB / DELAY TIME
R
2
2
[TRIM] control
PEAK LED
MAX
ROOM
The analog signal received at each input ([INPUT A] through [INPUT D]) is sent to the [TRIM]
control, by which the signal level fed to the A/D converter of the MR16 is controlled.
You can check this level by the PEAK indicator. If the level is too high, the PEAK indicator lights,
while you may hear the sound distorted or noisy. This distortion (noise) generated at this stage
cannot be eliminated, therefore, adjust the TRIM control properly so that the PEAK indicator
does not light at the loudest part of the input signal.
Clipping level
Clipping level
Proper level
The level is too high.
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How to b urn an audio CD
You can burn an audio CD from songs created by the MR16 multitrack recording function using
either of the following methods.
(1) Burns a CD using the internal CD-R/RW drive (the CD-R/RW drive built-in model only)
(2) Burns a CD using an external CD-R/RW drive
(3) Burns a CD using the CD-R function of a PC
Regardless of the burning methods above, you must carry out the following preparation for
burning an audio CD.
Mix down recorded trac k signals and bounce to tracks 15/16.
There are two methods for bouncing tracks to tracks 15/16. One is to bounce to
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tracks 15/16 of the same song, while the other is to bounce to tracks 15/16 of the
New song. See pages 75 through 88 for details about track bouncing.
Convert the song data bounced to tracks 15/16 to a stereo WAV file.
A converted stereo WAV file is stored to the "2MIX" folder in the song. When you
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create an audio CD, this WAV file is recorded to a CD-R/RW disc. See page 104 for
details about WAV file conversion.
In short, after preparing the stereo WAV file(s) to be burned, you can burn the file(s) to a CD-R/
RW using either of three burning methods.
• Burning a CD using the internal CD-R/RW drive (the CD-R/R W drive b uilt-in model onl y)
(1) Use the "CD-RW" menu of the men u mode to b urn an audio CD. See the "Using the
CD-R/RW drive" supplement for details.
• Burning a CD using an e xternal CD-R/RW drive
(1) Connect an external CD-R/R W drive to the [USB HOST] port on the rear panel.
(2) Use the "USB HOST" menu of the menu mode to burn an audio CD.
See the "Using the CD-R/RW drive" supplement for details.
• Burning a CD using the CD-R function of a PC
(1) Connect a PC to the [USB] port on the rear panel.
(2) Use the [USB] menu of the menu mode to make USB connection enabled.
(3) Start up WAV Manager supplied by Fostex on your PC.
You can download WAV Manager from the Fostex web site. Access our web site or
ask your local Fostex dealer.
(4) Use the "CD Writer" function of WAV Manager to burn an audio CD using the CD-R/R W drive
connected to your PC.
See page 107 for details about how to connect a PC. See the PDF manual included
in the downloaded file of WAV Manager.
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MR16 Owner’s Manual (Names and functions)
Names and functions
This chapter describes the names and functions of the controls, keys,
connectors, etc. on the MR16 top panel, side panel and rear panel, as
well as details of the display. See this chapter whenever you want to
know the function of a control, key, etc.
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Top panel 1
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15
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INPUT A INPUT B INPUT C INPUT D
UNBAL
INSERT/GUITAR
UNBAL
TRIM
TRIM
PEAK
LINE MIC
AMP
SIMULATION
US METAL
60'S COMBO
PEAK
LINE
L
MAX
MIN
MIC
010
100
R
ABC1 DEF2
1
DISTORTION
MIN
MAX
GUITAR
INPUT A INPUT B INPUT C INPUT D
MIC
SIMULATION
DYNAMIC BRIT STACK
CONDENSER
TUBE
UNBAL
TRIM
PEAK
LINE
LR
2
BALBALBALBAL
UNBAL
TRIM
PEAK
MIC
MIC
LINE
TO STEREO BUSS LEVEL
INPUT EQ
100
010
LR
RL
GHI3 JKL4
3
4 8
8
L
1
1
010
LR
MNO5 YZ9PQR6 +-_0STU7 VWX8 DELETE
5
STEREO OUT
AUX OUT
PHONES
VOLUME
MIN
MIN
MIN MAX
REVERB / DELAY TIME
6
R
2
2
MAX
MAX
010
100
100
LR
RL
RL
7
DELAYPLATEHALLROOM
EFFECT
EFFECT SEND
PAN
9/10 11/12 13/14 15/16
POWERFUL
BOUNCE MODE
NATURAL
15/16 > STEREO WAV FILE
BOUNCE
BRIGHT
MASTERING
B / OUTA / INPLAY MODEAUTO PUNCH
LOCATE
REC SELECT
MASTER
MAX
MIN
POWER
MENU / ENTER
STORE
TIMEBASE SELECT
RHYTHM GUIDE DIRECT LOCATE
REWIND F FWD
LOCATE ABS ZERO
RECORD STOP PLAY
UNDO/REDO
CONTRAST
LOCATE REC END
A-B PLAY
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1. [INPUT A] input connectors
(XLR connector and phone jack)
Both the [BAL] XLR connector and [UNBAL/
GUITAR] phone jack are provided. You can
connect a guitar, microphone, keyboard, etc.
If you connect sources to both the XLR connector and phone jack, the phone input takes
priority. When using the [INPUT A] section,
select the [INPUT A SELECT] switch on the
rear panel appropriately according to your
usage (see page 35).
2. [INSERT] connector (TRS phone jack)
Connects an external effect processor (typically, a compressor/limiter, etc.).
For connection between the MR16 and the
effect processor, use a Y-cable as shown below (see page 69).
TIP: SEND
GND
RING: RETURN
To the effect input.
From the effect output.
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3. [INPUT B, C, D] input connectors
(XLR connector and phone jack)
You can connect a microphone, keyboard,
etc. to each of the [INPUT B], [INPUT C] and
[INPUT D] inputs.
Both the [BAL] XLR connector and [UNBAL]
phone jack are provided for each input so
you can use the appropriate connector according to the sound source.
If you connect sources to both the XLR connector and phone jack on the same input,
the phone input takes priority (see page 35).
4. [STEREO OUT] jacks (L, R)
These jacks output the stereo (L and R) buss
signals. Connect these jacks to the monitoring equipment or master recorder (see pages
31 and 44).
5. [AUX OUT] jac ks (1, 2)
These jacks can output the playback signal
of any of tracks 1 through 16, the effect send
buss signal or the internal click (see page
150). You can select the output signal of each
AUX OUT independently using the "System"
menu of the menu mode (see page 146 for
details).
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6. [PHONES] jacks (1, 2)
Two jacks (1 and 2) are provided. You can
use two pairs of stereo headphones with the
MR16 (see page 31).
7. [PHONES VOL] control
Adjusts the headphone output level.
8. LCD display
This 132 x 64 dot LCD display shows various information (see page 26).
9. [POWER] switc h
Turn on or off the power of the unit (see
page 30). To turn off the power when the
power is on, press and hold down the
[POWER] switch for a few seconds.
<Note>:
long time, we recommend unplugging the
power cord from the AC outlet.
If you do not use the MR16 for a
10. [MENU/ENTER] rotary / push knob
Pressing this knob enters the menu mode
(see page 28).
In the menu mode, rotating this knob selects the item or numeric value, while pressing this knob confirm the setting/selection.
11. [MASTER] fader
Adjusts the stereo (L and R) buss output level
(see pages 37 through 45).
15. [EFFECT SEND] controls
Control the amount of signals from tracks 1
through 8 sent to the internal effect (reverb
or delay) (see page 72).
16. [INPUT EQ] keys
Each key selects whether or not applying the
internal input EQ to the corresponding input signal.
Each press of the key alternates ON and OFF
of the EQ (see page 66).
You can select a desired EQ setting from
among 33 EQ presets available in the EQ library (see page 67).
A long press of the key enters the menu mode
for selecting the desired EQ library entry (see
page 66).
17. [TO STEREO BUSS] keys
[TO STEREO BUSS LEVEL] contr ol
Each of the [TO STEREO BUSS] key selects
whether or not sending the corresponding
input signal to the stereo L/R busses (see
page 85). Each press of the key alternates
ON and OFF. When ON, the key illuminates
in green. When OFF, it is unlit. When the
corresponding input is assigned to a recording track, the key flashes in green.
A long press of the key enters the input menu
of the MENU mode, in which you can set
phantom power on/off, panning, etc. (see
pages 86 and 144).
The [TO STEREO BUSS LEVEL] control adjusts
the level of the signal sent to the stereo L/R
buss.
12. T rac k fader s
Each fader adjusts the track playback level.
Each of track faders 9/10, 11/12, 13/14 and
15/16 controls the stereo signal (see pages
37 through 45).
13. [REC SELECT] keys
Used to select the recording track(s). You can
record onto up to four tracks simultaneously.
Pressing a key arms or unarms the corresponding track(s).
Tracks 9/10, 11/12, 13/14 or 15/16 are
armed or unarmed simultaneously (see
pages 36).
In the menu mode, these keys are used for
entering or deleting characters .
14. [PAN] controls
Control panning for tracks 1 through 8.
18. [PEAK] indicators
Each indicator lights when the input signal
is overloaded (see page 16). You should adjust the input gain using the [TRIM] control
so that the [PEAK] indicator does not light.
19. [DISTORTION] control
Controls the amount of the distortion effect
for a guitar connected to the [XLR] connector or [UNBAL/GUITAR] jack (phone type) on
the [INPUT A] channel.
This control is effective only when the [IN-
PUT A SELECT] switch is set to "GTR/DIST"
(see pages 35 and 68).
20. [TRIM] controls
Each control adjusts the input gain of the
corresponding input channel (see page 16,
and 37 through 42).
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Top panel 2
INPUT A INPUT B INPUT C INPUT D
UNBAL
DISTORTION
MIN
MAX
GUITAR
INPUT A INPUT B INPUT C INPUT D
MIC
SIMULATION
DYNAMIC BRIT STACK
CONDENSER
TUBE
INSERT/GUITAR
TRIM
PEAK
LINE MIC
AMP
SIMULATION
US METAL
60'S COMBO
UNBAL
TRIM
PEAK
LINE
MAX
MIN
MIC
100
R
L
ABC1 DEF2
1
UNBAL
TRIM
PEAK
LINE
010
LR
2
BALBALBALBAL
UNBAL
TRIM
PEAK
MIC
MIC
LINE
TO STEREO BUSS LEVEL
INPUT EQ
100
010
LR
RL
GHI3 JKL4
3
4 8
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L
1
1
010
LR
MNO5 YZ9PQR6 +-_0STU7 VWX8 DELETE
5
STEREO OUT
AUX OUT
PHONES
VOLUME
MIN
MIN
MIN MAX
REVERB / DELAY TIME
100
RL
6
22
R
2
2
MAX
MAX
EFFECT SEND
010
100
PAN
LR
RL
7
9/10 11/12 13/14 15/16
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EFFECT
BOUNCE MODE
POWERFUL
DELAYPLATEHALLROOM
NATURAL
15/16 > STEREO WAV FILE
BOUNCE
BRIGHT
MASTERING
B / OUTA / INPLAY MODEAUTO PUNCH
LOCATE
REC SELECT
MASTER
MAX
MIN
POWER
MENU / ENTER
STORE
TIMEBASE SELECT
RHYTHM GUIDE DIRECT LOCATE
REWIND F FWD
LOCATE ABS ZERO
RECORD STOP PLAY
UNDO/REDO
CONTRAST
LOCATE REC END
A-B PLAY
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27
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29
30
31
32
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21. [REVERB/DELAY TIME] control
This control adjusts the reverb time or delay time. When you select "ROOM", "HALL"
or "PLA TE" for the effect type, it adjusts the
reverb time.When you select "DELAY", it
adjusts the delay time (See page 71).
22. [EFFECT] keys
(ROOM / HALL / PLATE / DELAY)
These keys are used to select the effect type.
You can select from three reverb types
(ROOM, HALL and PLATE) and a delay
(DELAY). The selected key is lit (see page 70).
23. [MASTERING] keys
(POWERFUL / NATURAL / BRIGHT)
Used to select the desired mastering effect
during track bounce or mixdown. You can
select from three effect types by pressing an
appropriate key (see page 74).
24. [BOUNCE MODE] key
Used to select the bounce mode.
Each press of the key switches the bounce
mode (see page 78).
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25. [15/16 > STEREO W AV FILE] key
This key is used when converting a mono
WAV file recorded on tracks 15/16 to a stereo WAV file (see page 104). A converted
stereo WAV file can be exported to a USBconnected personal computer (see page
107), or can be burned to an audio CD using the internal CD-R/RW drive or an external CD-R/RW drive (see the supplementary
manual "How to use the CD-R/RW drive").
26. [TIME BASE SEL] key
Selects the time base shown on the display
(see page 15). Each press of the key switch
between "time" and "bar/beat".
27. [RHYTHM GUIDE] key
Switches on/off of the rhythm guide function (see page 90). Each press of the switch
alternates on and off. A long press of the
key enters the rhythm guide menu, in which
you can set the rhythm guide parameters
(see page 91).
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28. [STORE] key
Stores the current recorder position (time
data) as the LOCATE A/IN or LOCATE B/OUT
point (see page 53).
In the "2-mix file playback" mode, pressing this
key sets a CUE point to the current stereo
WAV file (see the supplementary manual
"How to use the CD-R/RW drive").
29. [CONTRAST] key
By rotating the [MENU/ENTER] knob while
holding down this key, you can adjust the
display contrast (see page 27).
30. [UNDO/REDO] key
Used to undo or redo recording or editing
(see pages 38, 40, 42, 119 and 127).
Each press of the key alternates "undo" and
"redo".
31. [DIRECT LOCATE] key
Each press of this key alternates ON and OFF
of the direct locate mode (see page 55).
32. T ransport keys
[PLAY] key
Starts playback of the recorder.
Pressing this key while holding down the
[RECORD] key starts recording of the armed
(record-ready) track(s).
Pressing this key during recording exits recording.
Pressing this key in the direct locate mode
executes the preview playback for a few seconds after the locate point (see page 58).
[STOP] key
Stops the recorder.
By pressing the [PLA Y], [REWIND] or [F FWD]
key while holding down the [STOP] key, you
can locate to a specific point or repeat playback as below.
• [STOP] + [PLAY] (A-B PLAY)
Repeats playback between the LOCATE A and
LOCATE B points (see page 48).
• [STOP] + [REWIND] (LOCATE ABS ZERO)
Locates to the beginning (ABS ZERO) of the
current song (see page 52).
• [STOP] + [F FWD] (LOCATE REC END)
Locates to the recording end of the current
song (REC END) (see page 52).
[RECORD] key
Pressing the [PLA Y] key while holding down
the [RECORD] key starts recording of the
armed (record-ready) track(s).
By pressing only the [RECORD] key when any
track(s) is armed (in record-ready), the input signal(s) of the armed track(s) can be
monitored (i.e. input monitor mode). (see
pages 37 through 42).
Pressing this key in the direct locate mode
executes the preview playback for a few seconds before the locate point (see page 58).
[F FWD] key
Pressing this key fast forwards the recorder.
During playback, pressing this key starts 3 x
cueing (see page 48).
While holding down the [STOP] key, pressing this key locates to the recording end of
the current song (REC END) (see page 52).
[REWIND] key
Pressing this key rewinds the recorder.
During playback, pressing this key starts 3 x
reverse cueing (see page 48).
While holding down the [STOP] key, pressing this key locates to the beginning (ABS
ZERO) of the current song (see page 52).
This key is also used to go up the menu
screen layer while a menu screen is displayed.
33. [LOCATE B/OUT] key
Pressing this key while holding down the
[STORE] key sets the LOCATE B point (or
punch out point) (see pages 53 and 62).
34. [LOCATE A/IN] key
Pressing this key while holding down the
[STORE] key sets the LOCATE A point (or
punch in point) (see pages 53 and 62).
35. [PLAY MODE] ke y
Selects a play mode. You can select from
among normal, auto play, auto return and
loop (see page 49).
36. [AUTO PUNCH] key
Turns on or off the auto punch mode (see
page 63).
37. Insert effect selection keys
Used to select the insert effect (mic simulation or amp simulation) for the signal from
the [INPUT A] jack.
When setting the [INPUT A SELECT] switch
on the rear panel to "MIC/LINE", you can use
the mic simulation effect. When setting the
switch to "GTR/DIST", you can use the guitar
amp simulation effect (see page 68).
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Rear panel
INPUT A SEL
GTR CLEAN
1
GTR DIST
MIC/LINE
7
1. [INPUT A SELECT] switch
This switch must be set appropriately according to the input source of the [INPUT A] channel (see page 35).
Either of the [BAL] XLR and
[UNBAL/GUITAR] phone connec-
MIC/LINE
GTR DIST
GTR CLEAN
tors can be used. Set the switch to
this position when the source is an
external microphone or line level
source.
Either of the [BAL] XLR and
[UNBAL/GUITAR] phone connectors can be used. You can adjust
the input level and distortion using
the [TRIM] and [DISTORTION]
controls respectively . You can also
use the amp simulation insert effect.
Either of the [BAL] XLR and
[UNBAL/GUITAR] phone connectors can be used. You can adjust
the input level using the [TRIM]
control. You can also use the amp
simulation insert effect.
USB HOST
USB
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MIDI OUT
DIGITAL OUT
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FOOT SW
2
3. [DIGITAL OUT] connector
(Toslink optical connector)
Used to connect with an external digital device using an optical cable (see page 45).
<Note>:
tion cap is inserted to
the [
nector when the unit is
shipped.
Remove the cap when you use this connector. If you do not use this connector, attach
the dust protection cap.
The dust protec-
DIGITAL OUT
If you need to connect the
unit to a digital device which
only provides a coaxial type
digital connector (typically,
an RCA pin jack), use the
Fostex COP-1/96k coaxialoptical converter (shown
right).
] con-
Use an optical digital
cable with Toslink plugs
on both ends.
Model COP-1/96k
2. [FOOT SW] jac k (TRS phone jac k)
Used to connect with an unlatched-type
footswitch (see page 61).
unlatched-type footswitch
4. [MIDI OUT] jack (DIN 5-pin connector)
Used to connect to a MIDI IN jack of an external MIDI device (such as a MIDI sequencer) (see pages 100 and 102).
5. [USB HOST] connector (USB A type)
Used to connect to an external CD-R/RW
drive for creating an audio CD (CD-DA).
See the supplementary manual "How to use
the CD-R/RW drive" for details.
<Caution>:
computer to the [
Do not connect your personal
USB HOST
] port.
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6. [USB] port (USB B type)
Used to connect with a personal computer
using a standard USB cable for song file data
transfer between the MR16 and the personal
computer (see page 107).
7. [AC IN] connector
Connect the supplied power cord to this connector (see page 30).
Front panel (CD-R/RW drive built-in model only)
MR16 Owner’s Manual (Names and functions)
1. Internal CD-R/RW drive
Used to create an original audio CD by burning converted stereo WAV files to a CD-R/
RW disc, or used to record a single mono
WAV file converted from track data on the
HDD to a CD-R/RW disc (see the supplementary manual "How to use the CD-R/RW drive"
for details).
<Caution>:
ROM logo on the front of the CD-R/RW drive
tray, it does not support DVD ROM discs.
Only CD-R/RW discs can be used.
Although you can see the DVD-
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LCD display
The following describes details about the LCD display, including screen contents and operation.
Home screen
When turning on the MR16, the display shows the startup screen (showing the startup status of the MR16),
followed by the "Home" screen, which is similar to the one below. In this condition, the previously loaded
song is loaded and the recorder is located at the beginning of the song. The home screen provides the
following information.
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5
1. Time counter display
Time information of the current recorder position is shown in ABS or bar/beat mode (by
default, bar/beat). Using the [TIME BASE SE-
LECT] key, you can select a desired time base
mode. When the recorder is moving (playing
back, fast forwarding, etc.), the appropriate
icon is also shown. While the hard disk drive is
in access, " ACC " lights up.
2. Character display
Normally, the name of the song currently
loaded is shown (up 22 characters can be
shown at a time).
It also shows following information.
• A name of the operation mode currently
being executed (such as BOUNCE 1-8->9/10).
• A (not-so-serious) warning message
• The "Remain" time when at least one track is
record-armed (i.e. At least one of the
[REC SELECT] keys is active).
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3. Track level display
The recording or playback levels of tracks 1
through 16 are shown. When a track is record
armed, the track number indication changes
to the source input channel (any of A, B, C and
D).
4. Stereo buss (L and R) level displa y
During recording or playback, the output levels of the L/R stereo buss are shown.
5. Song status display
Lights up the following status icons when the
appropriate modes (functions) are active.
At least one of the tracks is in the
input monitor mode (see pages
38, 40 and 42).
The auto return mode is active
(see page 49).
The loop mode is active (see page
49).
The remain time shows how much time you
can further record audio data onto a mono
track using the available space left on the hard
disk.
The auto play mode is active (see
page 49).
The +48V phantom power is being supplied (seepage 144).
6. Song number display
Shows the song number of the song currently
loaded.
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Selecting a time base mode
When the display shows the home screen, pressing the [TIME BASE SELECT] key switches the time base
mode between ABS and bar/beat.
POWER
15/16 > STEREO WAV FILE
BOUNCE MODE
EFFECT SEND
010
PAN
LR
YZ9 +-_0VWX8 DELETE
8
9/10 11/12 13/14 15/16
DELAYPLATEHALL
EFFECT
POWERFUL
BRIGHT
NATURAL
B / OUTA / INPLAY MODEAUTO PUNCH
REC SELECT
MASTER
BOUNCE
TIMEBASE SELECT
MASTERING
RHYTHM GUIDE DIRECT LOCATE
LOCATE
REWIND F FWD
MAX
LOCATE ABS ZERO
RECORD STOP PLAY
MIN
MENU / ENTER
STORE
CONTRAST
UNDO/REDO
LOCATE REC END
A-B PLAY
Example of ABS display
Example of bar/beat display
TIMEBASE
SELECT
[TIME BASE SELECT] key
Adjusting the display contrast
You can adjust the display contrast by rotating the [MENU/ENTER] knob while holding down the [CONTRAST] key. Rotating the dial clockwise heightens the contrast, while rotating it counterclockwise lowers
the contrast.
EFFECT SEND
010
PAN
LR
YZ9 +-_0VWX8 DELETE
8
9/10 11/12 13/14 15/16
POWER
[MENU/ENTER] knob
15/16 > STEREO WAV FILE
BOUNCE MODE
DELAYPLATEHALL
EFFECT
POWERFUL
BRIGHT
NATURAL
B / OUTA / INPLAY MODEAUTO PUNCH
REC SELECT
MASTER
BOUNCE
TIMEBASE SELECT
MASTERING
RHYTHM GUIDE DIRECT LOCATE
LOCATE
REWIND F FWD
MAX
LOCATE ABS ZERO
RECORD STOP PLAY
MIN
MENU / ENTER
STORE
CONTRAST
UNDO/REDO
LOCATE REC END
A-B PLAY
<High contrast>
<Low contrast>
CONTRAST
While pressing down the [CONTRAST] key, the
display shows "CONTRAST -> DIAL".
[CONTRAST] key
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MENU mode screen
Pressing the [MENU/ENTER] knob while the recorder is stopped enters the menu mode and brings up the
menu screen. In the menu mode, you can make setting or editing via the appropriate screen. The top menu
screen has two pages, in which you can select the desired menu by rotating the [MENU/ENTER] knob.
POWER
<First page>
<Second page>
EFFECT SEND
010
PAN
LR
YZ9 +-_0VWX8 DELETE
8
9/10 11/12 13/14 15/16
[MENU/ENTER] knob
15/16 > STEREO WAV FILE
BOUNCE MODE
DELAYPLATEHALL
EFFECT
BRIGHT
NATURAL
POWERFUL
B / OUTA / INPLAY MODEAUTO PUNCH
REC SELECT
MASTER
BOUNCE
TIMEBASE SELECT
MASTERING
RHYTHM GUIDE DIRECT LOCATE
LOCATE
REWIND F FWD
MAX
LOCATE ABS ZERO
RECORD STOP PLAY
MIN
MENU / ENTER
STORE
CONTRAST
UNDO/REDO
LOCATE REC END
A-B PLAY
Warning message
If a serious problem happens to the MR16 during operation, an appropriate warning message is shown on
the display. Most warning messages are being shown until the [MENU/ENTER] knob is pressed.
Note that there are also not-so-serious warning messages besides the following.
This message is shown
when you are going to
delete a song which is
protected.
During recording, this
message is shown if
there is no more space
left on the hard disk for
recording.
This message is shown
when the hard disk
drive has a problem.
This message is shown
when you are going to
edit a track or part but
there is not enough
space on the hard disk
for executing the undo
function.
This message is shown
when you are going to
make recording or editing to a song which is
protected.
This message is shown
when you are going to
create a new song
while 99 songs exist on
the hard disk.
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Basic operations
This chapter describes power connection, power on/off, demo song playback, etc., as well as basic multitrack recording.
If it is the first time for you to use a Multitracker, read this chapter
carefully first so that you are familiar with the MR16 basic operations,
then read other sections which describe advanced operations.
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About power
The MR16 operates by AC power. Before you start using the MR16, you must connect the supplied power cord.
Power connection
Connect between the [AC IN] connector on the MR16 rear panel and an AC outlet using the supplied
power cord.
INPUT A SEL
MIC/LINE
GTR CLEAN
GTR DIST
USB HOST
USB
MIDI OUT
DIGITAL OUT
FOOT SW
[AC IN] connector
Supplied power cord
AC outlet
<Note>:
When you do not operate the MR16 for a long period of time, we recommend
disconnecting the power cord.
Turning on the unit
You can turn on or off the MR16 power using the [POWER] switch (pointed by an arrow below).
To turn off the power, press and hold down the [POWER] switch for a few seconds.
When you press the [POWER] switch to
POWER
POWER
[POWER] switch
15/16 > STEREO WAV FILE
BOUNCE MODE
NATURAL
ERFUL
MODE
/14 15/16
BOUNCE
BRIGHT
MASTERING
B / OUTA / IN
LOCATE
DELETE
REC SELECT
MASTER
MENU / ENTER
TIMEBASE SELECT
RHYTHM GUIDE DIRECT LOCATE
REWIND F FWD
MAX
LOCATE ABS ZERO
RECORD STOP PLAY
MIN
STORE
CONTRAST
UNDO/REDO
LOCATE REC END
A-B PLAY
turn on the power for the first time, the
MR16 starts up and the display shows the
screen as below (note that it takes some
time until the screen as below is shown).
This screen shows that the demo song is
loaded and stopped at the beginning (ABS
0) of the song named "FOSTEX_FEVER".
Follow the procedure described on the
next page to play back the demo song.
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