Fostex MR-8mkII Owners Manual
Owner’ s Manual
Digital Multitracker
434190
8588072000
<Important!>
Thank you very much for purchasing the MR8mkII. Before using the unit, read “Preparation”
on page 17 and the following pages.
The “Preparation” section includes the important
information for using the unit for the first time,
such as “Preparation of recording media”,
“Preparation of power supply”, etc.
MR-8mkII 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
Read this chapter first! ...................................................................................................... ..........9
Introduction ..........................................................................................................................10
MR-8mkII main features ......................................................................................................10
Precautions before using ...................................................................................................11
About power supply ...................................................................................................11
Precautions upon installing the MR-8mkII .............................................................11
Notes on repair ...........................................................................................................11
About copyrights ........................................................................................................11
About damages ...........................................................................................................11
Note on audio interruption .......................................................................................11
Notes on USB connection with Mac OS ....................................................................11
The basics of the MR-8mkII ................................................................................................12
Recording method ......................................................................................................12
About song ...................................................................................................................13
Remain (recordable space left on the card) ...........................................................13
Time base .....................................................................................................................14
Input and repro monitor ...........................................................................................14
TRIM control ................................................................................................................15
Preparation .................................................................................................................................17
Preparation of power supply ..............................................................................................18
Preparing the AC adaptor ..........................................................................................18
Preparing batteries .....................................................................................................18
Preparation of recording media .........................................................................................19
About song modes ......................................................................................................19
About recording time of a card ................................................................................19
Handling of CompactFlashTM Card ...........................................................................20
Turning on the power ................................................................................................21
When a formatted card is inserted ...............................................................21
When an unformatted is inserted ..................................................................21
Backlight facility .........................................................................................................22
Low battery indication ...............................................................................................22
Turn off the power .....................................................................................................22
Creating a new song ........................................................................................................... .23
Names and functions ................................................................................................................25
T op panel 1 ............................................................................................................................26
T op panel 2 ............................................................................................................................27
Rear panel .............................................................................................................................29
Side panel .............................................................................................................................30
Bottom panel .......................................................................................................................30
LCD display ..........................................................................................................................31
Home screen ................................................................................................................31
Selecting a time base mode ......................................................................................32
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Adjusting the display contrast .................................................................................32
MENU mode screen ....................................................................................................33
Warning message .......................................................................................................33
Basic recording operations .....................................................................................................35
Input connection ..................................................................................................................36
About the [INPUT A SELECT] switch ................................................................................37
Selectable recording tracks ................................................................................................37
Recording onto a single track ............................................................................................38
Preparation for recording .........................................................................................38
Starting recording ......................................................................................................39
Playing back the recorded track ...............................................................................39
Undoing recording (undo/redo) .............................................................................39
Recording onto two trac ks simultaneously ....................................................................40
Preparation for recording .........................................................................................40
Starting recording ......................................................................................................41
Playing back recorded tracks ....................................................................................41
Undoing recording (undo/redo) .............................................................................41
Overdubbing basics ............................................................................................................42
Preparation for recording .........................................................................................42
Adjusting the recording levels while listening to track 1 .....................................43
Starting recording ......................................................................................................43
Playing back recorded track .....................................................................................43
Undoing recording (undo/redo) .............................................................................43
Basic mixdown ................................................................................................................. ....44
Advanced playbac k and locate functions ..............................................................................45
3 x cueing ..............................................................................................................................46
Playback between LOCA TE A and B points .....................................................................46
Play mode ..............................................................................................................................47
Selecting a play mode ................................................................................................47
Auto play mode ...........................................................................................................48
Auto return mode .......................................................................................................48
Loop mode ...................................................................................................................48
Loop function in auto punch in/out mode ........................................49
Locate function ............................................................................................................... .....50
Time locate ..................................................................................................................50
Locating to the beginning (ABS ZERO) of a song ...............................50
Locating to the recording end point (REC END) of a song ...............50
Locating to the LOCATE A or LOCATE B point ........................................................51
Setting the LOCATE A or LOCATE B point ..........................................51
Locating ...................................................................................................52
Punch in/out ...............................................................................................................................53
Punch in/out using the keys on the top panel ..................................................................54
Punch in/out using the footswitc h .....................................................................................55
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Auto punch in/out .................................................................................................................56
Setting the punch-in and punch-out points ...........................................................56
Rehearsal for auto punch in/out ..............................................................................57
Actual auto punch in/out ..........................................................................................58
Using effects ..............................................................................................................................59
Using the insert effects .......................................................................................................60
Mic simulation effects ................................................................................................60
Amp simulation effects ..............................................................................................60
Using the reverb or delay ....................................................................................................6 1
Selecting an effect type ..............................................................................................61
Selecting a delay type ................................................................................................61
Adjusting the delay/reverb time .............................................................................62
Adjusting the effect send levels ................................................................................62
Using the mastering effects ...............................................................................................63
Selecting the desired effect type ..............................................................................63
T rack bouncing ..........................................................................................................................65
Preliminary knowledge .......................................................................................................66
Track bouncing example ...........................................................................................66
Signal flow of track bouncing ...................................................................................67
Bouncing tracks 1 through 4 to trac ks 5/6 ........................................................................68
Rehearsal of track bouncing .....................................................................................68
Actual track bouncing ...............................................................................................69
Checking the bounced signals on tracks 5/6 .........................................................69
Bouncing tracks 1 through 6 to trac ks 7/8 ........................................................................70
Rehearsal of track bouncing .....................................................................................70
Actual track bouncing ...............................................................................................71
Checking the bounced signals on tracks 7/8 .........................................................71
Bouncing tracks 1 through 8 to a new song .....................................................................72
Rehearsal of track bouncing .....................................................................................72
Actual track bouncing ...............................................................................................73
Bouncing the desired part of a song .................................................................................74
Rhythm guide function .............................................................................................................75
Using the rhythm guide function .......................................................................................76
Setting the time signature and tempo .....................................................................76
Creating the conductor map ..............................................................................................78
Setting the signature map .........................................................................................78
Editing a time signature event .............................................................80
Deleting an unnecessary time signature event .................................80
Editing the bar offset ..................................................................................................81
Setting the tempo map ...............................................................................................82
Editing a tempo event ...........................................................................84
Deleting an unnecessary tempo event ...............................................84
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MIDI synchronization ................................................................................................................85
Synchronization using MTC ...............................................................................................86
Connection ..................................................................................................................86
Settings of the MR-8mkII and MIDI sequencer .......................................................86
MIDI sync/MTC frame rate settings .........................................................................86
Synchronization using MIDI c lock .....................................................................................87
Connection ..................................................................................................................87
Settings of the MR-8mkII and MIDI sequencer .......................................................87
Song management ....................................................................................................................89
Selecting the desired song .................................................................................................90
Editing a song name ........................................................................................................... .91
Deleting an unnecessary song ..........................................................................................92
Protecting a song ............................................................................................................. ....93
Deleting an unused W A V file in a song .............................................................................94
T rack data editing ......................................................................................................................95
Erasing track data ................................................................................................................96
Copying/pasting track data ................................................................................................97
Moving track data .................................................................................................................99
Exchanging whole track data ...........................................................................................101
Part data editing .......................................................................................................................103
Playing back the “part” (Between LOCATE A and LOCATE B) to be edited .104
Changing an edit point during editing .................................................................104
Editing the part(s) ..............................................................................................................105
Copying/pasting the part(s)-1 ..........................................................................................106
Copying/pasting the part(s)-2 ..........................................................................................108
Copying to the clipboard ........................................................................................108
Pasting clipboard data .............................................................................................110
Moving the part(s) .............................................................................................................111
Exchange the part(s) .........................................................................................................1 13
Data export to a personal computer .....................................................................................115
W AV file con version ...........................................................................................................116
Enabling the file conversion ...................................................................................116
Procedure of file conversion ...................................................................................116
Exporting data to a personal computer ..........................................................................118
Connection to a personal computer ......................................................................118
Notes on exporting a file .........................................................................................118
Exporting a WAV file to a personal computer ......................................................119
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Protecting the card ............................................................................................................120
Archiving a song ................................................................................................................121
Burning an audio CD ...............................................................................................................123
Read this page before using ............................................................................................124
CD-R/RW drives which can be connected to the MR-8mkII .............................124
Usable discs ...............................................................................................................124
Notes on handling of discs ......................................................................................124
Notes on care of discs ...............................................................................................124
Connecting an external CD-R/R W drive .........................................................................125
Song data which can be recorded to a CD-R/RW disc ........................................125
Procedure of creating an audio CD .................................................................................126
Viewing TOC ........................................................................................................................129
Viewing TOC after completing “CD Burn” ............................................................129
Viewing TOC after completing “CD Finalize” .......................................................130
Other functions ........................................................................................................................131
CompactFlashTM Card formatting ....................................................................................132
Peak hold time setting .......................................................................................................1 33
Pre-roll/post-roll time setting ...........................................................................................134
Auto Delete function on/off ...............................................................................................135
Beat resolution mode on/off .............................................................................................136
Phantom power on/off .......................................................................................................137
Initializing the MR-8mkII ..............................................................................................138
T roubleshooting ......................................................................................................................139
T rouble for recording .........................................................................................................140
T rouble for pla yback ..........................................................................................................141
T rouble for effect ................................................................................................................141
T rouble for USB connection .............................................................................................142
T roubles for power suppl y ................................................................................................142
Other troubles .....................................................................................................................142
MR-8mkII Specifications ........................................................................................................143
Specifications .....................................................................................................................144
Physical dimensions .........................................................................................................14 5
Block diagram ....................................................................................................................146
MIDI implementation chart ...............................................................................................148
Index ....................................................................................................................................149
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MR-8mkII Owner’s Manual (Read this chapter first!)
Read this chapter first!
This chapter describes precautions before using, as well as features
and basic knowledge of the MR-8mkII.
To understand the MR-8mkII features and basic functions, read this
chapter before using.
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Introduction
Thank you very much for purchasing the Fostex MR-8mkII digital multitracker.
The MR-8mkII is a digital multitracker which records and plays back audio on a CompactFlash
Card. You can record audio at 44.1 kHz/16 bits (in the normal mode) or 22.05 kHz/16 bits (in
the LP mode). Up to two tracks can be recorded simultaneously.
The MR-8mkII is also equipped with an 8-channel digital mixer, digital effects including the
delay/reverb, mastering effects and insert effects (simulation 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.
Read this manual thoroughly for using all functions the MR-8mkII provides correctly.
TM
MR-8mkII main features
• You can record high quality audio to the
built-in high performance CompactFlash
Card. You can also edit recorded audio later
without sound deterioration.
Up to 99 songs can be recorded.
• Provides two analog input channels and
up to two tracks can be recorded
simultaneously.
• You can bounce all eight tracks to a new
song, which is automatically created in the
bouncing process.
• An ASP digital effect processor (delay/
reverb) with the algorithm newly
developed by Fostex is built in, allowing
effect processing to tracks 1 through 4
during track bouncing.
In addition, the MR-8mkII also provides
insert effects for microphone and
amplifier simulation for coloring sounds.
• The dedicated mastering effects are built
in for the stereo buss, allowing you to
process sounds during track bouncing or
final mixdown.
• The adoption of self-illuminated keys
allows intuitive operation.
• User-friendly LCD screen configuration
allows you to make recording intuitively.
TM
• Song data (on mono WAV files on tracks 7
and 8) mastered by the MR-8mkII can be
converted to a stereo WAV file easily.
You can export the converted file to a
personal computer and create an audio CD
using the CD burn function of the PC.
You can also create an audio CD using an
external CD-R/RW drive connected via the
[USB HOST] port of the MR-8mkII.
<Important! >:
LP mode cannot be burned to a CD-R/RW
disc in the audio CD (CD-DA format) using an external CD-R/RW drive.
• The whole or a part of track data can be
edited (i.e. copied, pasted, moved,
exported, exchanged and erased).
• The [MIDI OUT] port is provided.
You can synchronize the MR-8mkII with
external MIDI devices (MIDI sequencer, etc.)
using MTC or MIDI clock.
• A large 132 x 64 dot graphic LCD display
allows you to check the recorder status and
various settings easily.
• Built-in compact and high quality
microphone allows you to record
microphone sound without an external
microphone.
Song data recorded in the
• Phantom power is built in, allowing direct
connection of condenser microphones.
• The rhythm guide function is provided.
You can make global time signature/tempo
setting for a simple song or create a
conductor map for a more complicate song,
and output the guide click.
• Two ways of receiving power. You can drive
the MR-8mkII by batteries (AA-type) or
from the supplied AC adaptor (AD-12A).
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Precautions before using
About power supply
• The MR-8mkII runs on the supplied AC
adaptor (Model AD-12A) or batteries (six AA
batteries). When running on the AC adaptor,
Be sure to connect the MR-8mkII to the power
supply specified in the Specifications section
of this owner’s manual. Do not use an AC
outlet of any other voltage. When running
on batteries, use alkaline batteries. Do not
use manganese batteries.
• Do not connect the MR-8mkII 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 MR-8mkII in an area with a
different power voltage, first consult your
dealer or the nearest Fostex service station.
• You do not use the MR-8mkII for a long time,
we recommend unplugging the AC adaptor
from the AC outlet.
• It is very dangerous to use a power cord of
the AC adaptor that is frayed or damage.
In such a case, stop using the MR-8mkII
immediately and ask your dealer to repair
the cord.
Notes on repair
• The MR-8mkII 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
MR-8mkII when you transport or send the
MR-8mkII to the dealer or Fostex service
station for repair.
If you have discarded the packing carton,
pack the MR-8mkII using shock absorbing
materials. Fostex is not responsible for
malfunction or damage due to incomplete
packaging or caused during transportation.
• Because the MR-8mkII is a consumer
product, Fostex does not offer on-site service
or provide a loaner unit while your MR-8mkII
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.
<Important! >:
Model name, power requirement, serial number and other information for the MR-8mkII are shown at the
bottom of the unit.
DIGITAL MULTITRACKER
FOSTEX CO.
INPUT : 12VDC
SERIAL NO.
MODEL MR-8MK2
MADE IN CHINA
Precautions upon installing the MR-8mkII
• Do not install the MR-8mkII 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).
About damages
• Fostex is not responsible for any "direct
damage" or "indirect damage" caused by
using the MR-8mkII.
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 MR-8mkII to a
Macintosh computer, make sure that the OS
is Mac OS X or higher. The MR-8mkII
supports only Mac OS X or higher. If you
connect the MR-8mkII to a Macintosh
computer with Mac OS lower than "OS X",
song data on the MR-8mkII may be damaged.
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The basics of the MR-8mkII
This section describes the basics of the MR-8mkII you should know before using the MR-8mkII.
Recording method
The MR-8mkII is fitted with a CompactFlashTM Card. Songs are recorded on a CompactFlash
TM
Card along with the ABS time (from 00m 00s 000ms to 99m 59s 999ms).
INPUT A SELECT
INPUT A INPUT B
UNBAL
/GUITAR
GUITAR
DISTORTION
PEAK
MIN
LINE
MAX
BRIT STACK US METAL 60'S COMBO
100100100
LR LR LR
BAL
TRIM
MIC
TUBECONDENSERDYNAMIC
BAL
TRIM
LINE
MIC
MIC
010
RL
1 2 3 4 5/6 7/8 MASTER
MAX
MIN
PEAK
UNBAL
MIC SIMULATION
INPUT A
AMP SIMULATION
EFFECT SEND
PAN
ST OUT
L
PHONES
1
PHONES VOL
MIN
EFFECT
REVERB/DELAY TIME
MIN MAX
PLATE DELAY
REC SELECT
R
2
MAX
HALLROOM
RHYTHM
TIME BASE
CONTRAST
GUIDE
SELECT
1-4
5/6
STEREO
NEW
7/8
1-8
1-6
7/8
WAV FILE
SONG
BOUNCE
MAX
AUTO PUNCH
MIN
GHI3DEF2ABC1
BRIGHTNATURALPOWERFUL
MNO5JKL4
PLAY MODE
A / IN B / OUT
PQR6
LOCATE REC END
LOCATE ABS ZERO
A-B PLAY
MENU/ENTER
MASTERING
LOCATE
STORE
PLAYSTOPRECORD REWIND F FWD
UNDO/REDO
DELETE+-_0YZ9VWX8STU7
COMPACTFLASH CARD
CompactFlashTM Card
The ABS time shows the absolute time on a CompactFlashTM Card and you can start recording
from any desired time within the range between 00m 00s 000ms and 99m 59s 999ms ABS time.
The beginning of a song
0m00s000ms
(ABS ZERO) 05m00s000ms 10m00s000ms
Recorded area Recorded areaNon-recorded area Non-recorded area
You can start recording from any desired time within the range
between 00m00s000ms and 99m59s999ms ABS time.
15m00s000ms
(REC END)
99m59s999ms
......
As the MR-8mkII does not consume the card space when no audio is recorded, you can record
audio effectively, while the recordable time for a tape recorder depends on the tape length.
0m00s000ms
5-minute recording
5-minute recording
Non-recorded area (remain)
99m59s999ms
......
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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 MR-8mkII, you can create up to 99 rooms (songs) on the CompactFlashTM Card
(although the available space may limit the number of songs).
Song01
Song02
Song03
Song05
Song98
Recorded track data is stored in a song as mono WAV
files, as shown below.
Track 1
Track 2
Track 8
Song01
WAV files
Song04
Song99
Each song is independent on a CompactFlashTM Card 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 pages 23 and 91).
Recorded track data is stored in a song as mono WAV files.
The MR-8mkII can convert the two WAV files recorded on tracks 7 and 8 (L and R) to a stereo
WAV file (see page 115).
You can export the converted stereo WAV file to your USB-connected personal computer, and
use the file by a music software application or make an original audio CD on the computer using
a CD burn software application. You can also burn an audio CD by using an external CD-R/RW
drive connected via the [USB HOST] port of the MR-8mkII (see page 115 and 123).
Remain (recordable space left on the CompactFlash
TM
Card)
"Remain" shows how much time you can further record audio data to the available space left on
the CompactFlashTM Card.
As described earlier, the MR-8mkII stripes ABS time from 0m 00s 000ms to 99m 59s 999ms at
maximum for each song. However, the remaining time (= available recording time left) depends
on the available space on the CompactFlashTM Card 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.
<Time (ABS time) mode>
<Bar/beat mode>
Time (ABS time) mode:
ABS time stands for Absolute time, which is "striped" on the CompactFlashTM Card when creating
a song. It starts from 0m 00s 000ms (=ABS zero, the beginning of a song) and ends by 99m 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 MR-8mkII 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 81). The figure below shows the relation between two time base
modes.
Input monitor and repro monitor
Each of the MR-8mkII 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 MR-8mkII 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
Output signals from
Track 1
Track 2
READY
READY
Track 5
Track 6
Track 7
Track 8
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 MR-8mkII.
INPUT A SELECT
INPUT A INPUT B
UNBAL
/GUITAR
GUITAR
DISTORTION
PEAK
MIN
MIC
MAX
BRIT STACK US METAL 60'S COMBO
LINE
TRIM
BAL
MIC
LINE
TRIM
MIC
TUBECONDENSERDYNAMIC
UNBAL
PEAK
MIC SIMULATION
INPUT A
AMP SIMULATION
BAL
ST OUT
L
PHONES
1
PHONES VOL
MAX
MIN
EFFECT
REVERB/DELAY TIME
R
2
[TRIM] control
PEAK LED
The analog signal received at each input ([INPUT A] and [INPUT B]) is sent to the TRIM control,
by which the signal level fed to the A/D converter of the MR-8mkII 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.
Proper level
Clipping level
Clipping level
The level is too high.
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MR-8mkII Owner’s Manual (Preparation)
Preparation
This chapter describes preparation for recording, playback and editing using the MR-8mkII. The chapter is comprised of the following
sections: "Preparation of recording media", "Preparation of power
supply" and "Creating a new song". Read this chapter before using
the MR-8mkII for the first time.
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Preparation of power suppl y
The MR-8mkII can run on the supplied AC adaptor (Model AD-12A) or alkaline batteries. When
preparing power supply, make sure that the MR-8mkII [POWER] switch is set to off.
Preparing the AC adaptor
<Important!>:
Do not use an AC adaptor which has different voltage or polarity characteristics.
The polarity of the supplied AC adaptor is center plus/outer minus.
Connect the plug of the supplied AC adaptor to
the [DC IN] connector on the MR-8mkII rear
panel firmly.
After making connection above, connect the AC
adaptor to the AC outlet of appropriate voltage.
Use only the supplied AC adaptor.
Preparing batteries
<Note>:
Purchase 6 size AA alkaline batteries. Do not use
manganese batteries.
The battery compartment is located on the bottom of the MR-8mkII. Install batteries correctly
by following the procedure below.
1) Place the MR-8mkII upside-down on a soft
2) Remove the battery compartment cover on the
No battery is supplied with the MR-8mkII.
The continuous usable
time is approximately four
hours. However, the actual usable time may differ depending on the condition in which the MR8mkII is used.
surface (such as on a soft cloth).
bottom by pushing the tab in the direction of the
arrow in the figure below and lifting up the co ver .
Model AD-12A
ON
DC IN
LIGHT
OFF
AC outlet
<Note>:
If you connect the AC adaptor to the MR-
POWER USB FOOT SW
12V
[DC IN] connector
DC IN
12V
8mkII while batteries are housed in the battery
box, the MR-8mkII runs on the AC adaptor. If you
disconnect the AC adaptor in this condition, the
MR-8mkII switches to run on batteries.
OPEN
3) Install batteries as shown below.
Make sure to install batteries in the correct
direction.
4) Place back the battery compartment cover to the
original position.
<Notes on batteries>
* Do not leave exhausted batteries in the battery
compartment. Old batteries may leak caustic
chemicals, which causes trouble of the unit.
We recommend removing batteries even if they
are new when you do not use the MR-8mkII for
a long period of time.
* Do not mix old and new batteries together.
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Preparation of recording media
The MR-8mkII uses a CompactFlashTM card as a recording medium (see the figure below).
In some countries, a formatted (or unformatted) CompactFlashTM card is supplied with the MR8mkII, whereas in other countries, no CompactFlashTM card is supplied with the MR-8mkII.
<About operation-confirmed CompactFlashTM cards>
You can get the information of operation confirmed cards from your dealer or the
nearest Fostex service station or the Fostex website (see below).
COMPACTFLASH CARD
Fostex website:
http://www.f oste x.com
Image
<Note>:
(CompactFlash
<Note>:
operation confirmed, the MR-8mkII may malfunction.
The MR-8mkII has two song modes: Normal and
LP modes. You can choose the desired mode
when making recording.
The Normal mode provides higher audio quality, while the LP mode provides longer recording time (see the table below).
The song mode can be set for each song. Each
time you create a new song on a CompactFlash
card, you can set the desired song mode.
If a formatted card is supplied with your MR8mkII, a song of the Normal mode is created on
the card. When you use an unformatted card
(regardless of whether it is supplied with the
MR-8mkII or it is purchased separately), you can
set the song mode when formatting the card (see
page 23).
CompactFlash is a trademark of San Disk Corporation in the USA and is licensed to CFA
TM
Association).
Only use operation confirmed CompactFlashTM cards. If you use a card which is not
About song modes
TM
About recording time of a card
The total recordable time of a CompactFlash
card depends on the capacity of the card as well
as the song mode of each song.
The following table shows the approximate recordable time (in minutes) for both the Normal
and LP modes (each value in parentheses shows
the time in the LP mode). Use the table as reference when you purchase a card.
We recommend using a CompactFlash
TM
128 MB or higher capacity for the MR-8mkII.
Capacity
128MB
256MB
512MB
Mono
24 (48)
48 (96)
96 (193)
2-track
12 (24)
24 (48)
48 (96)
4-track
6 (12)
12 (24)
24 (48)
6-track
4 (8)
8 (16)
16 (32)
TM
card of
8-track
3 (6)
6 (12)
12 (24)
Normal
mode
LP mode
<Note>: Song data recorded in the LP mode can-
not be burned to a CD-R/RW disc in the audio CD
(CD-DA format) using an external CD-R/RW drive.
Provides higher audio quality at 44.1-kHz/
16-bit. This is the default setting.
Provides longer recording time with 22.05kHz/16-bit audio.
* Each time value above shows an approximate value (in
minutes).
* Each value in parentheses shows a value in the LP mode.
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Handling of CompactFlashTM cards
<Important!>:
make sure that the power of the MR-8mkII is off.
If you insert or remove a card when the power is
on, the card may be damaged or the recorded
data may be destroyed.
<Note>:
the card with the rear side down.
On the rear side, there is a small protruding edge
on which you can put your fingertip to pull out
the card, as shown in the figure below. Do not
insert a card upside down. Doing so may damage the card.
Protruding edge
When inserting or removing a card,
COMPACTFLASH CARD
When you set a card to the slot, insert
MIDI OUTUSB HOSTCOMPACTFLASH CARD
Card slot
How to remove a CompactFlashTM card
Place your fingertip to the protruding edge on
the rear side of the card and pull it forward gently.
<Handling of CompactFlashTM cards>
• Do not keep CF cards in the following
circumstances.
* In a moist or dusty place
* In a extremely hot place such as in front of
a heating appliance
* In the direct sunshine
* In the closed car in summer
* In a strong magnetic field or near a device
which generates a magnetic field
Rear side
Inserted direction
How to insert a CompactFlash
TM
card
With the surface side up, insert a card gently
until it cannot go further.
• Do not drop a card or give it a strong shock.
• Do not step on a card or put a heavy thing on
a card.
<Important!>:
wrong direction or push a card with excessive
force.
Do not insert a card in the
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Turning on the power
When peripheral devices are connected to the
MR-8mkII, turn on the power of eac h device in
the following order.
• Turn down the [MASTER] fader of the
MR-8mkII.
• Turn on the external device which send
signals to the MR-8mkII input(s).
• Turn on the MR-8mkII.
• Turn on the external monitor device (amplifier ,
powered speaker, etc.).
After preparing power supply (the AC adaptor or
batteries), turn on the MR-8mkII by sliding the
[POWER] switch the to "ON" position.
The following description assumes that a formatted or unformatted CompactFlashTM card is inserted
to the card slot.
Turn on the MR-8mkII power by switching the
[POWER] switch on the MR-8mkII rear panel to
"ON".
ON
DC IN
LIGHT
OFF
POWER USB FOOT SW
12V
INT MIC
INPUT A SELECT
MIC/LINE
GUITAR
When an unformatted is inserted:
When turning on the MR-8mkII while an
unformatted CompactFlash
display shows "Illegal Format! E01", followed by
the Card Format screen as below. This shows that
the MR-8mkII recognizes the card is unformatted
and automatically enters the "Card Format" item
in the "System" menu of the MENU mode.
If the screen above is shown, follow the instruction on the screen. That is, press the [MENU/ENTER] key while holding down the [RECORD] key.
The MR-8mkII starts formatting the card. When
formatting completes, the MR-8mkII enters the
"Song" menu of the MENU mode and the display
changes to show the screen for creating a new song
(Song01).
TM
card is inserted, the
ON
LIGHT
OFF
Set to "ON".
When turning on the MR-8mkII while a card is inserted, the MR-8mkII starts up and shows an appropriate screen as below depending on whether
the card is formatted or unformatted.
When a formatted card is inserted:
When turning on the MR-8mkII while a formatted
CompactFlash
the Home screen as below.
On a formatted card, a song of the Normal mode
exists. While the home screen is shown, you are
ready for making recording with the MR-8mkII (see
page 35).
TM
card is inserted, the display shows
On this screen, you can create a new song with the
desired song mode (Normal or LP) and song name.
See steps 5 to 9 in "Creating a new song" on page
23 for details about how to select the song mode
and how to set a song name.
<Note>:
ing a CompactFlash
If you turn on the power without insert-
TM
card, the display shows the
screen below.
The name of the song is "Song01" be default, however, you can change it later (see page 91). You
can make up to 99 songs on a CompactFlash
TM
card
(see page 23).
In this case, turn off the power, insert a
TM
CompactFlash
card, and turn on the power again.
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Backlight facility
The MR-8mkII provides a backlight facility, which
allows improving observation in poor lighting conditions. To turn on the backlight, set the [POWER]
switch to the "LIGHT" position.
ON
DC IN
LIGHT
OFF
POWER USB FOOT SW
12V
ON
LIGHT
OFF
"LIGHT" position
<Note>:
turning on the backlight when running the MR8mkII on batteries. Turning on the backlight consumes batteries, making the battery life shorter.
The MR-8mkII also has a facility for adjusting the
display contrast. See page 32 for details.
Unless really needed, we recommend not
INT MIC
INPUT A SELECT
MIC/LINE
GUITAR
Turn off the power
When turning off the power, make sure that the
MR-8mkII is stopped.
If any peripherals are connected, turn off the power
of each unit in the reverse order of the order for
turning on the power.
<Note>:
8mkII is accessing the card, there is a risk for destroying the recorded song or the whole card.
You do not need any shutdown operation before
turning off the MR-8mkII. The MR-8mkII keeps
data recorded just before turning off the power.
So you can concentrate on the recording operation.
If you turn off the power while the MR-
ON
DC IN
LIGHT
OFF
POWER USB FOOT SW
12V
OFF
ON
LIGHT
INT MIC
INPUT A SELECT
MIC/LINE
GUITAR
"OFF" position
Low battery indication
While running the MR-8mkII on batteries, if the
battery voltage is getting low, "Low Battery!" starts
flashing in the song name field. In this case, interrupt the operation and replace batteries with new
ones.
Flashing
<Note>:
tery!" starts flashing, batteries are completely exhausted finally and the display shows the screen
below, while the MR-8mkII accepts no operation.
We recommend replacing batteries before they are
completely exhausted.
If you continue operation after "Low Bat-
<Notes when peripheral devices are connected>
When peripheral devices are connected to the
MR-8mkII, turn off the power of each device in
the following order.
• Turn off the external monitor device (amplifier,
powered speaker, etc.).
• Turn off the MR-8mkII.
• Turn off the external device which send
signals to the MR-8mkII input(s).
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Creating a new song
You can create a new song by following the procedure below. In the following procedure, it is assumed that
Song01 is loaded and the recorder is at the beginning of the song. If a card is unformatted, f ormat the car d b y
following the procedure on page 21, then execute steps 5) thr ough 9) below f or setting the song mode and song name.
1) While the recorder is stopped, press the
[MENU/ENTER] key.
The display now shows the first page of the
menu selection screen.
Flashing
The "Normal" song mode is the standard mode.
The LP mode allows longer recording.
With the Normal mode, audio is re-
2) Rotate the jog dial to select "Song" and press
the [MENU/ENTER] key.
The display now shows the song menu screen.
Normal
LP
corded at 44.1kHz Fs, 16-bit. This is
the standard mode.
With the LP mode, audio is recorded
at 22.05kHz Fs, 16-bit. It allows longer
recording time, while the audio frequency range is narrower.
<Note>: Song data recorded in the
LP mode cannot be burned to a CDR/RW disc in the audio CD (CD-DA
format) using an external CD-R/RW
drive.
3) While "Select Song" is highlighted, press the
[MENU/ENTER] key.
The display now shows the screen for
selecting a song. You can see the list of the song
numbers/names on the card.
In the screen example below, only Song01 is
created. "---:(New Song)" is used to create a new
song.
4) Rotate the jog dial to select "---:(New Song)" and
press the [MENU/ENTER] key.
The display now shows the screen for setting
the song mode and song name of the new song.
The default song mode is "Normal", while the
default song name is "Song02" (just after the
card has been formatted, the default song name
is "Song01").
5) Rotating the jog dial to select the desired song
mode and press the [MENU/ENTER] key.
You can now enter the desired song name.
Flashing
<Note>:
name ("Song02" in the example above). You
can also edit the song name after creating a
song (see page 91). If you do not change the
default song name, press the [MENU/ENTER]
key twice in step 5) above (which results the
same as step 9) in the next page).
You may not edit the default song
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6) Press the [UNDO/REDO] / [DELETE] key
repeatedly until the entire default name is deleted.
7) Use the character entry keys to enter a desired
song name.
See "How to enter a name" below for details
about how to enter a song name. A song name
can be up to 16 characters.
How to enter a name
<Character entry keys>
Some keys on the MR-8mkII top
PLAY MODE
STU7
<Example of song name entry>
The following example shows how to enter "Memory"
as a song name.
1. Using the [MNO5] key, enter "M".
2. Using the [DEF2] key, enter "e".
3. Using the [MNO5] key, enter "m".
panel act as character entry keys
in the MENU mode. For example,
the [PLAY MODE] key (shown at
the left) can be used for entering S,
T, U, s, t, u and 7. Each press of a
character entry key switches the
character to be entered from among
those assigned to the key.
8) After entering the desired name, press the
[MENU/ENTER] key.
The name is set, while the cursor moves to
"[ENTER]".
9) While "[ENTER]" is highlighted, press the
[MENU/ENTER] key.
The second song (whose song name is
"Memory") is created, while the MR-8mkII
exits the MENU mode and the display shows
the home screen of the newly created song02.
<Note>:
existing song, the display shows "Illegal Song
Name!" and returns to the song name editing screen. In such a case, enter a different
name.
If you enter the same name as an
4. Using the jog dial, move the cursor.
5. Using the [MNO5] key, enter "o".
6. Using the [PQR6] key, enter "r".
7. Using the [YZ9] key, enter "y".
<Notes>
• Pressing the different character entry key
automatically moves the cursor right.
If the two adjacent characters are assigned
to the same key, use the jog dial to move
the cursor after entering the first
character (as shown in step 4 above).
• For a song name with eight or less
characters, you cannot use "+" (for
example, "AAA+BBB" is illegal). You can
use "+" for a song name with more than
eight characters (for example,
"AAA + BBBBB" is legal).
As described above, you can create more than
one song before you start recording.
Note that when more than one song is created,
you must select the desired song before you
start recording or editing.
See "Song management" on page 90 for details
about how to select the desired song.
<Note>:
loaded, "LP" is lit on the home screen as
below, which allows you to recognize the
song mode.
When a song of the LP mode is
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Names and functions
This chapter describes the names and functions of the controls,
keys, connectors, etc. on the MR-8mkII top panel, rear panel and
side 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
16
15
14
13
12
11
10
1
INPUT A SELECT
INPUT A INPUT B
BAL
DISTORTION
PEAK
TRIM
LINE
MIN
MIC
MIC
BRIT STACK US METAL 60'S COMBO
010
RL
LR LR LR
1 2 3 4 5/6 7/8 MASTER
MAX
MIN
234
UNBAL
/GUITAR
GUITAR
MAX
100100100
UNBAL
BAL
TRIM
PEAK
LINE
MIC
MIC SIMULATION
TUBECONDENSERDYNAMIC
INPUT A
AMP SIMULATION
EFFECT SEND
PAN
9
ST OUT
L
PHONES
1
PHONES VOL
MAX
MIN
EFFECT
REVERB/DELAY TIME
MIN MAX
PLATE DELAY
REC SELECT
67
5
R
2
HALLROOM
RHYTHM
TIME BASE
GUIDE
1-4
1-6
MAX
AUTO PUNCH
MIN
PQR6
CONTRAST
SELECT
5/6
7/8
1-8
MNO5JKL4
PLAY MODE
NEW
SONG
STEREO
7/8
WAV FILE
GHI3DEF2ABC1
BRIGHTNATURALPOWERFUL
A / IN B / OUT
LOCATE REC END
LOCATE ABS ZERO
A-B PLAY
BOUNCE
MASTERING
LOCATE
PLAYSTOPRECORD REWIND F FWD
MENU/ENTER
STORE
UNDO/REDO
DELETE+-_0YZ9VWX8STU7
8
1. [INPUT A] input connectors
(XLR and phone)
Both the [BAL] XLR connector and [UNBAL/
GUITAR] phone jack are provided (if you
connect sources to both the XLR connector
and PHONE jack, the phone input jack priority). You can connect a guitar, microphone,
keyboard, etc. (a guitar should be connected
to the PHONE jack). To use either of the [INPUT A] connectors, set the [INPUT A SELECT]
switch to “MIC/LINE” or “GUITAR” (you cannot use it when the [INPUT A SELECT] switch
is set to “INT MIC”).
To record a mono source, use only the [INPUT A] section. To record a stereo source,
use both the [INPUT A] and [INPUT B] sections (see page 36).
2. [INPUT B] input connectors (XLR and phone)
Both the [BAL] XLR connector and [UNBAL]
phone jack are provided (if you connect
sources to both the XLR connector and
PHONE jack, the phone input jack priority)..
You can connect a microphone, keyboard,
etc. This section is used only when recording a stereo source. When recording a mono
source, this section is not used (see page 36).
3. [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 page
44).
4. [PHONES] jacks (1, 2)
Two jacks (1 and 2) are provided. You can
use two pairs of stereo headphones with the
MR-8mkII (see page 36).
5. [PHONES V OL] control
Adjusts the headphone output level.
6. [REVERB/DELA Y TIME] control
This control adjusts the reverb time or delay time. When you select "ROOM", "HALL"
or "PLATE" for the effect type, it adjusts the
reverb time.When you select "DELAY", it
adjusts the delay time (See page 62).
7. [EFFECT] keys
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 61).
8. [MASTER] fader
Adjusts the stereo (L and R) buss output
level.
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9. Track faders 14. Internal Microphone
Each fader adjusts the track playback level.
Each of track faders 5/6 and 7/8 controls
the stereo signal (see pages 38 ~ 44).
10. [REC SELECT] keys
Used to select the recording track(s). You can
record onto up to two tracks simultaneously.
Pressing a key arms or unarms the corresponding track(s). Tracks 5/6 or 7/8 are
armed or unarmed simultaneously (see
pages 38 ~ 44).
11. [PAN] controls
Control panning for tracks 1 through 4.
You can make recording using the internal
microphone by setting the [INPUT A SELECT]
switch on the rear panel to “INT MIC” (see
page 36). When you use the internal microphone, you cannot use the insert effect.
15. [DISTOR TION] contr ol
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 [INPUT A SELECT] switch is set to "GUITAR" (see
pages 36 and 38).
12. [EFFECT SEND] controls
Control the amount of signals from tracks 1
through 4 sent to the internal effect (reverb
or delay) (see page 62).
13. 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 "GUITAR", you can use the
guitar amp simulation effect (see page 60).
INPUT A SELECT
INPUT A INPUT B
UNBAL
/GUITAR
BAL
GUITAR
DISTORTION
PEAK
TRIM
LINE
MIN
MIC
MIC
BRIT STACK US METAL 60'S COMBO
010
RL
LR LR LR
1 2 3 4 5/6 7/8 MASTER
MAX
MIN
BAL
TRIM
LINE
MAX
100100100
Top panel 2
17 18
ST OUT
L
R
PHONES
2
1
UNBAL
INPUT A
PAN
PHONES VOL
MAX
MIN
EFFECT
REVERB/DELAY TIME
MIN MAX
PLATE DELAY
REC SELECT
HALLROOM
PEAK
MIC
MIC SIMULATION
TUBECONDENSERDYNAMIC
AMP SIMULATION
EFFECT SEND
16. [TRIM] controls / [PEAK] indicators
Each control adjusts the input gain of the
corresponding input channel (see pages 36
and 38 ~ 44).
Each indicator lights when the input signal
is overloaded (see page 15). You should adjust the input gain using the [TRIM] control
so that the [PEAK] indicator does not light.
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TIME BASE
GUIDE
1-4
1-6
MAX
AUTO PUNCH
MIN
PQR6
CONTRAST
SELECT
5/6
7/8
1-8
MNO5JKL4
PLAY MODE
NEW
SONG
STEREO
7/8
WAV FILE
GHI3DEF2ABC1
BRIGHTNATURALPOWERFUL
A / IN B / OUT
LOCATE REC END
LOCATE ABS ZERO
A-B PLAY
BOUNCE
MASTERING
LOCATE
PLAYSTOPRECORD REWIND F FWD
MENU/ENTER
STORE
UNDO/REDO
DELETE+-_0YZ9VWX8STU7
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17. [RHYTHM GUIDE] key
Switches on/off of the rhythm guide function (see page 76). 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.
18. [BOUNCE 1-4 > 5/6, 1-6 > 7/8] / ABC1 key
Selects the bounce mode (see page 68).
In the menu mode, this key is used for character entry of A, B, C, a, b, c and 1.
19. [TIME BASE SEL] ke y
Selects the time base shown on the display
(see page 32). Each press of the key switch
between "time" and "bar/beat".
20. [BOUNCE 1-8 > NEW SONG] / DEF2 key
Selects the bounce mode (see page 73).
In the menu mode, this key is used for character entry of D, E, F, d, e, f and 2.
21. [CONTRAST] key
By rotating the JOG dial while holding down
this key, you can adjust the display contrast
(see page 32).
22. [7/8 > STEREO W AV FILE] /GHI3 key
This key is used when converting a mono
WAV file recorded on tracks 7/8 to a stereo
WAV file (see page 116). You can export the
stereo WAV file to your personal computer
over the USB connection (see page 118).
In the menu mode, this key is used for character entry of G, H, I, g, h, i and 3.
23. LCD display
This 132 x 64 dot LCD display shows various information (see page 31).
24. JOG dial
In the menu mode, rotating this dial selects
the item or numeric value.
25. [MASTERING] keys
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 63).
In the menu mode, the [POWERFUL] key is
used for character entry of J, K, L, j, k, l and
4, while the [NATURAL] key is used for character entry of M, N, O, m, n, o and 5.
26. [MENU/ENTER] key
Pressing this key enters the menu mode.
In the menu mode, while pressing this key
confirm the setting/selection.
27. [STORE]/+-_0 ke y
Stores the current recorder position (time
data) as the LOCATE A/IN or LOCATE B/OUT
point (see pages 51 and 56).
In the menu mode, this key is used for character entry of +, -, _ and 0.
28. [UNDO/REDO]/[DELETE] key
Used to undo or redo recording or editing
(see pages 39, 41, 43, 95 and 103).
Each press of the key alternates "undo" and
"redo". In the menu mode, this key is used
for deleting a character (see pages 23 and
91).
29. [LOCATE B/OUT]/GHI3 key
Pressing this key while holding down the
[STORE] key sets the LOCATE B point (or
punch out point) (see page 51 and 56).
In the menu mode, this key is used for character entry of G, H, I and 3.
30. Transport 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.
[STOP] key
Stops the recorder.
By pressing the [PLAY], [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 46).
• [STOP] + [REWIND] (LOCATE ABS ZERO)
Locates to the beginning (ABS ZERO) of the
current song (see page 50).
• [STOP] + [F FWD] (LOCATE REC END)
Locates to the recording end of the current
song (REC END) (see page 50).
[RECORD] key
Pressing the [PLAY] 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 38 ~ 42).
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[F FWD] key
Pressing this key fast forwards the recorder.
During playback, pressing this key starts 3 x
cueing (see page 46).
While holding down the [STOP] key, pressing this key locates to the recording end of
the current song (REC END) (see page 50).
[REWIND] key
Pressing this key rewinds the recorder.
During playback, pressing this key starts 3 x
reverse cueing (see page 46).
While holding down the [STOP] key, pressing this key locates to the beginning (ABS
ZERO) of the current song (see page 50).
This key is also used to go up the menu
screen layer while a menu screen is displayed.
Rear panel
31. [LOCATE A/IN] / VWX8 key
Pressing this key while holding down the
[STORE] key sets the LOCATE A point (or
punch in point) (see page 51 and 56).
In the menu mode, this key is used for character entry of V, W, X, v, w, x and 8.
32. [AUTO PUNCH] / PQR6 entry key
Turns on or off the auto punch mode (see
page 57).
In the menu mode, this key is used for character entry of P, Q, R, p, q, r and 6.
33. [PLAY MODE] / STU7 key
Selects a play mode. You can select from
among normal, auto play, auto return and
loop (see page 47).
In the menu mode, this key is used for character entry of S, T, U, s, t, u and 7.
ON
DC IN
LIGHT
OFF
POWER USB FOOT SW
12V
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1. [DC IN] connector
Connect the supplied AC adaptor to this connector (see page 18).
2. [PO WER] switc h
Used to turn on or off the power.
By setting this switch to “LIGHT”, the backlight of the LCD display lights up (see page
22).
<Note>:
teries, we recommended not use the backlight, because the batteries are exhausted
quickly.
When driving the MR-8mkII by bat-
3. [USB] port (USB B type)
Used to connect with a personal computer
using a standard USB cable for song file data
transfer between the MR-8mkII and the personal computer (see page 118).
4. [FOOT SW] jac k (TRS phone jack)
Used to connect with an unlatched-type
footswitch (see page 55).
MIC/LINE
INT MIC
GUITAR
INPUT A SELECT
5. [INPUT A SELECT] switch
This switch must be set appropriately according to the input source of the [INPUT A] channel (see page 37).
Set the switch to this position when
the source is an external microphone
or line level source.
MIC/LINE
GUITAR
INT MIC
Both the [BAL] (XLR) and [UNBAL/
GUITAR] (phone) connectors can be
used. Y ou can also use the mic simulation insert effect.
Set the switch to this position when
the source is a guitar connected to
the phone connector.
Both the [BAL] (XLR) and [UNBAL/
GUITAR] (phone) connectors can be
used. You can also use the amp
simulation insert effect.
Set the switch to this position when
the source is the built-in microphone.
When the switch is set to the “INT
MIC” position, you cannot use the [INPUT A] connectors (both the [BAL]
and [UNBAL/GUITAR] connectors),
as well as the insert effect.
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Side panel
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1. Card slot
A CompactFlashTM card is inserted to this slot
(see page 20).
2. [USB HOST] connector (USB A type)
Used to connect to an external CD-R/RW
drive for burning songs recorded by the MR8mkII to a CD-R/RW disc in the CD-DA (audio CD) format (see page 123).
<Caution>:
computer to the [USB HOST] port.
Do not connect your personal
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MIDI OUTUSB HOSTCOMPACTFLASH CARD
3. [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 page 85).
1. Battery compartment
To use the MR-8mkII with batteries, insert
six standard alkaline AA-type batteries to this
compartment (see page 18).
Bottom panel
OPEN
<Caution>:
long period of time, remove batteries to
prevent leakage in compartment.
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