Fostex UR-2 Owners Manual

POWER

Model UR-2

STEREO RACK MEMORY RECORDER

PLAY

SHIFT

MODE

PHONES

USB

USBPC

(KYBD ONLY)

MIN

MAX

HOST

SD-1 SD-2

AUTO PLAY

EJECT

READY

SD-1

SD-2

EDIT

REPEAT

FILE SEL DISPLAY

STRG SEL

TIME

STEREO RACK MEMORY RECORDER

REC RDY

REC

UR-2

EXIT

MRGN RST

STOP

ABS 0 REC END

MENU / ENTER

PLAY

FILE/CURSOR

CUEPREV NEXT

REW

CUE/LOCATE MIC IN

F FWD

MIN

TIME EDIT

MAX

8289647000

(480799)

PHANTOM

MIC SET

MIN

MAX

MIC GAIN MIC ININPUT LEVEL

Owner’ s Man ual

Model UR-2

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER - SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

"WARNING"

"TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE."

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated.

2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should be followed.

5. Water and Moisture - The appliance should not be used near water - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like.

6. Carts and Stands - The appliance should be used only with a cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer.

An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

7. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The appliance should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

8. Ventilation - The appliance should be situated so that its location or position dose not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, the appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings; or, placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings.

9. Heat - The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

10. Power Sources - The appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance.

11. Grounding or Polarization - The precautions that should be taken so that the grounding or polarization means of an appliance is not defeated.

CAUTION:

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

ATTENTION:

POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU' AU FOND.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

12. Power Cord Protection - Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.

13. Cleaning - The appliance should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer.

14. Nonuse Periods - The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.

15. Object and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings.

16. Damage Requiring Service - The appliance should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:

A. The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance;

or C. The appliance has been exposed to rain; or D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits

a marked change in performance; or E. The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.

17. Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.

18. The appliance should be situated away from drops of water or spray of water.

19. Objects containing liquid such as vase must not be put on the appliance.

20. The appliance is not completely isolated from the power supply even if the power switch is at off position.

21. Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

22. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

23. An appliance with a protective earth terminal should be connected to a mains outlet with a protective earth connection.

24. An appliance should be placed in a position where an AC plug / inlet can be easily pulled out by hand.

25. Main plug is used as the disconnection device. It shall remain readily operable and should not be obstructed during intended use. To be completely disconnected the apparatus from supply mains, the mains plug of the apparatus shall be disconnected from the mains socket outlet completely.

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Important Safety Instructions

Model UR-2

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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Model UR-2

Safety Instructions .............................................................................................................. 2

Introduction

Precaution ................................................................................................................................10

Precautions on installation ....................................................................................................10

About storage devices ............................................................................................................11

Formatting of a storage device ..............................................................................................11

About version upgrade ...........................................................................................................11

Notes on moisture condensation .........................................................................................11

Overview

Table of contents

Main features ............................................................................................................................12

Names and functions

Front panel ................................................................................................................................13

Rear panel .................................................................................................................................16

Screen details ..........................................................................................................................17

Home screen in stop or playback mode .................................................................................17

Home screen in record or input monitor mode ......................................................................18

Screens in MENU mode ........................................................................................................19

Other screens .........................................................................................................................20

Preparation

Connection to external devices (fr om the front panel ) ......................................................21

Connection to headphones ....................................................................................................21

Connection to a computer ......................................................................................................21

Connection to a USB keyboard ..............................................................................................21

Connection to an external microphone ..................................................................................21

Connection to external devices (from the rear panel) ........................................................22

Analog audio connection .......................................................................................................22

Digital audio connection .........................................................................................................22

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Foot switch connection ..........................................................................................................22

Pow er connection ..................................................................................................................22

RS232C connection ..............................................................................................................22

Parallel remote connection .................................................................................................... 22

T urning on the power ..............................................................................................................23

Setting the internal clock .......................................................................................................23

Adjusting the display ..............................................................................................................24

Adjusting the brightness of the display ..................................................................................24

Inversing the display ..............................................................................................................24

Enlarging the file name display ..............................................................................................25

Inserting a storage device .....................................................................................................26

Removing a storage device ...................................................................................................27

Selecting a storage device .....................................................................................................28

Basic knowledge about folders and files on a storage de vice .........................................29

Recording

Recording system ...................................................................................................................29

Recording time ........................................................................................................................29

Setup before you start recording ..........................................................................................29

SYSTEM SETUP menu item ..................................................................................................30

Default file name ....................................................................................................................30

Recording source ..................................................................................................................30

Sampling frequency/Quantization bit ....................................................................................30

Recording channels ..............................................................................................................30

Maximum file size ..................................................................................................................30

Peak hold time .......................................................................................................................30

Reference lev el ......................................................................................................................30

MIC IN SETUP menu item .......................................................................................................31

Enabling/disabling the [MIC IN] ke y .......................................................................................31

[MIC IN] key function ..............................................................................................................31

Enabling/disabling [MIC IN] ke y during recording .................................................................31

Phantom power on/off ...........................................................................................................31

Basic recording ............................................................................................................... ........32

Inserting a storage device .....................................................................................................32

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Setting a CUE point .................................................................................................................35

Adjusting the recording level ................................................................................................. .32

When recording a digital source ..........................................................................33

When recording a microphone source ......................................................................33

Checking the remaining time .................................................................................................33

Start recording .......................................................................................................................34

Setting a CUE point on-the-fly during recording ...................................................................35

Viewing CUE points ............................................................................................................ ...35

Editing a CUE point ........................................................................................................... .....36

Editing a CUE label ....................................................................................................36

Editing CUE time data ................................................................................................36

Deleting a CUE point ..................................................................................................36

Setting a new CUE point using the CUE LIST screen ..........................................................37

Using an external microphone

Using a microphone for recor ding .......................................................................................38

Using a microphone during playbac k ..................................................................................38

Setting in the MIC IN SETUP menu .......................................................................................39

Enabling/disabling the [MIC IN] ke y ......................................................................................39

[MIC IN] key function ..............................................................................................................39

Attenuating playback le vel .................................................................................................... .40

Enabling/disabling the [MIC IN] ke y during recording ...........................................................40

Phantom power on/off ...........................................................................................................40

Playback

Play mode ................................................................................................................................41

Playback in SINGLE pla y mode ............................................................................................41

Selecting a playback file ........................................................................................................42

Using the [ ] and [ ] k eys ................................................................................42

Using the file selection screen ...................................................................................42

Playback in ALL pla y mode ...................................................................................................43

Playback in RELAY play mode ..............................................................................................43

Playback in CHAIN SINGLE pla y mode ...............................................................................44

Playback in CHAIN ALL pla y mode ......................................................................................44

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Playback in MEMOR Y play mode .........................................................................................45

Playback in TIMER pla y mode ...............................................................................................46

Creating the chain play list ....................................................................................................46

Editing the chain play list .......................................................................................................47

Editing a point using the time edit function ............................................................................47

Replacing a point with CUE time ...........................................................................................48

Fine-adjusting using digital scrub ..........................................................................................49

Inserting a file to the list ..........................................................................................................49

Deleting a file from the chain play list .....................................................................................50

Creating the timer play list .................................................................................................. ...51

Editing the timer play list ........................................................................................................52

Changing a file .......................................................................................................................52

Editing the time and days of the week ...................................................................................53

Editing the playback area of a file (Using the time edit function) ...........................................53

Editing the playback area of a file (Replacing with a CUE time) ...........................................53

Cueing function .......................................................................................................................54

Repeat function .......................................................................................................................54

Auto play function ...................................................................................................................54

Power on pla y function ...........................................................................................................54

Digital scrub function .............................................................................................................55

PLA Y SETUP menu details ....................................................................................................56

Play mode setting ..................................................................................................................56

Repeat function .....................................................................................................................57

Auto play function ..................................................................................................................57

Pow er on play function ........................................................................................................ ...58

Mono mix function .................................................................................................................58

Locate / skip

Skipping among files ..............................................................................................................59

Skipping among CUE points .................................................................................................59

Locating the beginning of a file .............................................................................................60

Locating the end of a file ........................................................................................................60

Locating a CUE point ..............................................................................................................60

Locating a position by specifying the time .........................................................................60

Direct locate using the numeric keys ...................................................................................60

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Controlling from an e xternal de vice

Setting REMOTE SET menu ..................................................................................................61

Using [P ARALLEL REMOTE] connector .............................................................................61

Using [FOOT SW] jac k ............................................................................................................62

Setting “Foot SW . Mode” ........................................................................................................62

Using the [RS232C] port ........................................................................................................63

Setting “RS232C Setup” menu .............................................................................................63

Command control list .............................................................................................................64

File transfer between the unit and your computer

Connecting a computer to the unit .......................................................................................65

Copying a file to a computer ..................................................................................................66

Copying a file from a computer .............................................................................................66

Using a USB keyboard

Keys on a keyboar d and assigned functions ......................................................................67

Function keys on a USB ke yboard ........................................................................................67

Control keys on a USB ke yboard ..........................................................................................68

Shortcut keys on a USB keyboard ........................................................................................68

Other keys on a USB ke yboard .............................................................................................68

Keys on a n umeric keyboard .................................................................................................68

Upgrading the UR-2

Executing upgrade file ...........................................................................................................69

MENU mode

About MENU mode .................................................................................................................70

SYSTEM SETUP menu details ..............................................................................................71

Basic operation of SYSTEM SETUP menu .........................................................................72

Setting a file name .................................................................................................................73

Selecting the input source .....................................................................................................74

Selecting the FS and bit ...................................................................................................... ...74

Selecting stereo or mono recording mode ............................................................................75

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Setting the maximum file length ............................................................................................75

Setting the peak hold time .....................................................................................................76

Setting the reference lev el .....................................................................................................76

Setting cue monitor output destination ..................................................................................77

Setting the output digital signal format ..................................................................................77

Setting the USB keyboard type .............................................................................................78

Saving system memory data ................................................................................................78

Loading the system memory data .........................................................................................79

Initializing the setup data .......................................................................................................80

Initializing flash memory ........................................................................................................80

Checking the system version ................................................................................................81

STORA GE UTILITY menu details ..........................................................................................82

Basic operation of STORA GE UTILITY menu .....................................................................82

Editing a file name .................................................................................................................83

Viewing the file information .................................................................................................. ..83

Copying files ..........................................................................................................................84

Deleting a file .........................................................................................................................85

Erasing all data on the storage device ...................................................................................86

Editing the volume label .........................................................................................................87

Creating a file information file in CSV format .........................................................................87

Chain play list / Timer play list (e xamples) ...........................................................................88

Main specifications

Inputs/outputs ................................................................................................................ .........89

Recording/playbac k ...............................................................................................................89

General .....................................................................................................................................90

Physical dimensions ........................................................................................................... ...90

Index .........................................................................................................................................91

Declaration of EC Directive ...................................................................................................92

For the US Customers Only (Fostex America Limited W arranty ) ....................................93

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Model UR-2 <Introduction / Overview>

PHONES

MAX

MIN

MAX

MIN

MAX

MIN MIC GAIN MIC ININPUT LEVEL

ABS 0 REC END

POWER

USB

(KYBD ONLY)

READY

EJECT

SHIFT

MODE

PLAY

TIME

REC RDY

EXIT

EDIT

REPEAT

CUE/LOCATE MIC IN

PHANTOM

MIC SET

FILE SEL DISPLAY

FILE/CURSOR

MENU / ENTER

REC

STOP

PLAY

REW

F FWD

MRGN RST

STRG SEL

SD-2

USBPC

HOST

SD-1

AUTO PLAY

CUEPREV NEXT

TIME EDIT

UR-2

STEREO RACK MEMORY RECORDER

SD-1 SD-2

PHONES

MAX

MIN

MAX

MIN

MAX

MIN MIC GAIN MIC ININPUT LEVEL

ABS 0 REC END

POWER

USB

(KYBD ONLY)

READY

EJECT

SHIFT

MODE

PLAY

TIME

REC RDY

EXIT

EDIT

REPEAT

CUE/LOCATE MIC IN

PHANTOM

MIC SET

FILE SEL DISPLAY

FILE/CURSOR

MENU / ENTER

REC

STOP

PLAY

REW

F FWD

MRGN RST

STRG SEL

SD-2

USBPC

HOST

SD-1

AUTO PLAY

CUEPREV NEXT

TIME EDIT

UR-2

STEREO RACK MEMORY RECORDER

SD-1 SD-2

Introduction

Thank you very much for purchasing the Model UR-2 recorder. Read this manual and follow all instructions before using this unit, and retain it for future reference.

Precautions

• You can supply the power either from the dedicated Fostex AC adaptor or external battery. When you use an external battery, be sure that the battery can stably supply the rated power voltage.

• While the unit is accessing a storage device (an SD card or USB memory) (i.e. during recording or playback), do not turn off the power or remove the device. Otherwise, recorded data may be lost or the storage device may be damaged. Make sure that the unit completely stops accessing the storage device and the access indicator is unlit before you remove the device.

• Do not let water or other liquid, or metal objects such as pins, accidentally enter the inside of the unit because this may lead to electric shock or damage. Should water enter the inside of the unit, turn off the power, unplug the AC adaptor, and consult your dealer or the nearest FOSTEX service station.

Precautions on installation

• Do not install the unit in the following conditions. * In an extremely hot or cold place * In a moist place * In a vibrated place * In a dusty place * In a strong magnetic field or near a device

which generates a magnetic field * In the direct sunshine * In the direct shower or rain

• When you mount the unit to an EIA rack, use the appropriate mounting screws (note that the mounting screws are not supplied with the unit).

It is recommended to leave at least one empty rack space above and below the unit for reducing the amount of heat transferred.

PHANTOM

CUE MIC IN

MIC SET

FILE/CURSOR

MAX

MIN

F FWD

CUEPREV NEXT

MENU / ENTER

MIC GAIN MIC ININPUT LEVEL

MAX

MIN

REW

EXIT

PLAY

REC RDY

MRGN RST

STOP

REC

ABS 0 REC END

TIME PLAY MODE

REPEAT

UR-2

SHIFT

EDIT

DISPLAY

STEREO RACK MEMORY RECORDER

FILE SEL

AUTO PLAY

EJECT READY

STRG SEL

SD-2

SD-1

HOST

USBPC

USB

(KYBD ONLY)

POWER

PHONES

MAX

MIN

• Do not drop the unit or give it a strong shock. Doing so may damage the internal circuits, display or panels. Handle the unit with great care because it is a precision mechanical device.

• Do not open the case or touch inside the unit because of the danger of electric shock and failure.

The unit contains the internal lithium battery for running the internal clock. The battery should be replaced approximately every five years. To replace the battery, ask your dealer or the nearest FOSTEX service station. If the battery is not correctly

Put the supplied rubber feet on the bottom of the unit for slip-proof if required.

replaced, there may be a risk of explosion, etc.

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Model UR-2 <Introduction / Overview>

About storage devices

The unit uses an SD card (SDHC supported) or USB memory as a storage device for recording and playback.

It supports both FAT 16 and FAT 32 file formats. For an SD card, the maximum recording capacity is 32 GB, while the minimum recording capacity is 128 MB. For a USB memory, the maximum recording capacity is not limited. You can use any SD card or USB memory which is FAT 16/32 formatted.

<Note>:

ibility problem between the unit and the controller on a USB memory, the unit may not recognize the USB memory or recording may become unstable.

<Note>:

an SD card or USB memory used for recording and playback of the unit as a "storage device".

Please note that due to a compat-

In this manual, we sometimes call

About version upgrade

The software of the unit may be upgraded with the feature/function enhancement. You can check the latest software version information via the Fostex website (http:// www.fostex.com) or your nearest Fostex service station.

You can download the upgrade via the Fostex website and upgrade the unit by yourself. See page 69 of this manual for details.

Notes on moisture condensation

When you bring the unit from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense on the drive, display, panels, etc. In such a case, leave the unit for a while until it warms up and evaporates any moisture.

Formatting of a storage device

After you buy a new storage device (an SD (SDHC) card or USB memory), you do not need to format it before using with the unit.

However an SD (SDHC) card which has been formatted using a formatting software for a computer cannot be used with the unit (though a USB memory which has been formatted using a formatting software for a computer can be used with the unit).

To use such an SD (SDHC) card with the unit, download the software (freeware) from the SD Association website (see URL below) and format the card using it. This software formats an SD (SDHC) card to conform to the SD or SDHC specification (see the SD Association website for details).

http://www.sdcard.org/about/downloads/

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Overview

Main features

• You can make stereo or mono recording/ playback of the WAV (BWF) file using an SD card or USB memory.

•␣ You can make recording at "16-bit, 44.1 or 48 kHz" or "24-bit, 44.1, 48, 88.2 or 96 kHz".

• A USB 2.0 port is provided for high-speed file transfer between a computer and the UR-2.

• The unit is equipped with two SD card slots and a USB port ([USB-HOST]) dedicated for a USB memory. You can record a file to an SD card or a USB memory. You can even make continuous playback over storage devices. Note that you cannot use a USB memory while a computer is connected to the [USB-PC] port.

• Supporting the FAT file format, you can use an SD card or a USB memory which has been used with the unit to a computer.

• Comprehensive playback functions including chain play and memory play allow you to use the unit in various circumstances.

• In addition to the balanced (XLR) and unbalanced (RCA) analog inputs/outputs, the unit provides the digital input and output (XLR) ports.

• The organic electroluminescence display provides high level of visibility including wide viewing angle and high contract.

• Supports external controls via the footswitch, parallel remote (D-sub 25-pin connector) and RS232C (D-sub 9-pin connector).

• A dedicated USB port for a USB keyboard is provided. You can edit a file name as well as control the transport from a USB keyboard.

• By adopting DC power supply, you can supply power from an external battery as well as from the AC adaptor. This is a great advantage for outdoor event or location recording.

•␣ By installing the optional MIDI port (available soon), you can use MMC and MTC.

• Functions such as timer play or power-on play are useful for an audio installation system. You can ring a chime or broadcast a regular announcement.

• Each play mode list can be created in the form of CSV format, allowing editing easily using a text editor or a spreadsheet software on PC.

• When creating the chain play list, you can fine-adjust the start and end points by checking the waveform on the display using the digital scrub function.

• A microphone input connector supporting the +48 V phantom power is provided on the front panel. Not only you can record a microphone source, but also you can mix an announcement from the microphone with the playback sound.

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Model UR-2 <Names and functions>

Names and functions

Front panel

When the slot protection panel is fitted

POWER

PHONES

USB

(KYBD ONLY)

MIN

MAX

PHONES

USB

(KYBD ONLY)

MIN

MAX

USBPC

HOST

USBPC

HOST

28 27

SD-1

SD-1 SD-2

SD-1

AUTO PLAY

About Non-shift mode and Shift mode

*Some keys have the secondary function which is available when the SHIFT indicator is lit (i.e. in the Shift mode), while the primary function is available when the SHIFT indicator is unlit (i.e. in the Non-shift mode). The secondary function is called "Shift function" and printed under a key on the white background. When you turn on the power, the unit boots up in the Non-shift mode.

In this manual, we sometimes say "when SHIFTed" and "when unSHIFTed", instead of "when the SHIFT indicator is lit" (or "in the Shift mode") and "when the SHIFT indicator is unlit" (or "in the Non-shift mode") respectively.

1) [POWER] switc h

Turns on or off the power of the unit.

2) [PHONES] jack, [PHONES] contr ol

You can connect a stereo headphones plug to the [PHONES] jack and control the headphones volume using the [PHONES] control.

3) [USB (KYBD ONLY)] port

This port is used for connecting a USB keyboard. When you use a USB keyboard, set the keyboard type (US or JAPAN) appropriately using the “Keyboard type” menu item in the “SYSTEM SETUP” menu of the MENU mode (see page 78 for details).

READY

PLAY

SHIFT

MODE

EDIT

EJECT

FILE SEL DISPLAY

STRG SEL

TIME

REPEAT

STEREO RACK MEMORY RECORDER

UR-2

REC RDY

EXIT

MRGN RST

REC

STOP

ABS 0 REC END

When the slot protection panel is not fitted

PLAY

SHIFT

MODE

TIME

EDIT

EJECT

REPEAT

FILE SEL DISPLAY

STRG SEL

UR-2

STEREO RACK MEMORY RECORDER

REC RDY

EXIT

MRGN RST

REC

STOP

ABS 0 REC END

MENU / ENTER

PLAY

MENU / ENTER

PLAY

1718

FILE/CURSOR

REW

FILE/CURSOR

REW

CUEPREV NEXT

1415

PHANTOM

MIC IN

CUE/LOCATE

MIC SET

TIME EDIT

F FWD

MIN

MAX

MIC GAIN MIC ININPUT LEVEL

CUE/LOCATE

MIC IN

TIME EDIT

F FWD

MIC SET

MIN

MAX

MIC GAIN MIC ININPUT LEVEL

PHANTOM

MAX

SD-2

4) [SD-1] indicator

Indicates the condition of the SD card inserted on the [SD-1] slot. You can see the indicator regardless of whether or not the slot protection panel is fitted.

• Lit in orange: The unit is reading data.

• Lit in red: The unit is writing data.

• Lit in green: The unit is not accessing the SD card.

• Unlit: No SD card is inserted or the unit is in sleep mode.

5) Fixing screw for the slot protection panel

The protection panel protects the card slots and USB port for the storage devices. To access the slot/port, loosen the fixing screw and open the slot protection panel (see page 26 for details).

6) [SD-2] indicator

Indicates the condition of the SD card inserted on the [SD-2] slot. You can see the indicator regardless of whether or not the slot protection panel is fitted. See [SD-1] indicator above for the indicator status.

7) [FILE SEL] / [STRG SEL] key

This key has primary (unSHIFTed) and secondary (SHIFTed) functions.

When unSHIFTed:

Pressing this key enters the file select mode (see page 42).

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When SHIFTed:

Pressing this key enters the storage select mode (see page 28).

8) [DISPLAY] / [ ] key

This key has primary (unSHIFTed) and secondary (SHIFTed) functions.

When unSHIFTed:

Pressing this key switches the display mode (see page 25).

When SHIFTed:

Pressing this key enters the display brightness control mode (see page 24).

9) Transport control key PLAY] key

[

Pressing this key starts playback. Pressing this key while holding down the [STOP] key starts digital scrubbing (see page 55).

[ REC] key

Pressing this key while the [REC RDY] indicator is lit starts recording (see page 35).

[ STOP] key

Pressing this key stops playback or recording. When the unit is stopped, pressing the [REW] or [F FWD] key while pressing down this key skips to the beginning or the last recording position of the current file.

[ REW] key

Pressing this key while stopped starts fastrewind at up to 30 times the normal playback speed. Pressing this key during playback executes backward cueing playback (see page 54). While stopped, pressing this key while holding down the [STOP] key skips to the beginning (ABS

0) of the current file (see page 60).

[ F FWD] key

Pressing this key while stopped starts fastforward at up to 30 times the normal playback speed. Pressing this key during playback executes forward cueing playback (see page 54). While stopped, pressing this key while holding down the [STOP] key skips to the last recording position of the current file (see page 60).

10) [INPUT LEVEL] control

Adjusts the input level of analog signals fed to the [ANALOG INPUT] connectors (see page 33). You can check and adjust the input level in the input monitor mode.

11) [MIC GAIN] control

Adjusts the input gain of an external microphone signal fed to the [MIC IN] connector on the front panel.

12) [MIC IN] connector

Connects an external microphone. By turning on the [MIC IN] indicator by pressing the [MIC IN] key, you can make recording using an external microphone as well as can mix playback signal of a file playback and an external microphone signal. You can supply the phantom power to the [MIC IN] connector (see page 40).

1 2

GND

HOT

COLD

13) [PHANTOM] indicator

By setting the "Phantom" menu item in the MIC IN SETUP menu of the MENU mode to "On", the phantom power is supplied to the [MIC IN] connector and this indicator is lit (see page 40).

14) [MIC IN] / [MIC IN] indicator, [MIC SET] key

This key has primary (unSHIFTed) and secondary (SHIFTed) functions.

When unSHIFTed:

Pressing this key switches on or off the microphone input. When on, the indicator lights up. When off, it is unlit (see page 34). If you press this key to switch on the microphone input during recording, the microphone input takes priority and you can starts microphone recording (see pages 34 and 38). If you switch on the microphone input during playback, you can mix the microphone signal to the playback signal (see pages 38 and 42).

When SHIFTed:

Pressing this key enters the MIC IN SETUP menu of the MENU mode. In this menu, you can make settings for using an external microphone. (see page 39).

15) [CUE/LOCATE] / [TIME EDIT] key

This key has primary (unSHIFTed) and secondary (SHIFTed) functions.

When unSHIFTed:

During recording, pressing this key sets a CUE mark at the current position on-the-fly (see page

35). While stopped or during playback, pressing this key brings up the CUE list. While the list is shown, you can skip to the desired CUE mark or edit the CUE label and time data (see page 35).

When SHIFTed:

Pressing this key enters the time edit mode. Pressing this key again after editing the time locates the edited time position (see page 60).

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16) [ FILE/CURSOR ] key,

[

These keys have primary (unSHIFTed) and secondary (SHIFTed) functions.

CUE

] keys

When unSHIFTed:

Pressing the key skips to the beginning of the previous or next file (see page 59). While the display shows a file name entry screen in the MENU mode, pressing the key moves the cursor position.

When SHIFTed:

Pressing the key skips to the previous or next CUE point (see page 59).

17) [MENU] dial / [ENTER] key

This knob has dual functions: the [MENU] dial for selecting an option and the [ENTER] key for confirming the selection.

[ENTER] key function:

Pressing the [ENTER] key while stopped enters the MENU mode (see page 70).

[MENU] dial function:

In the MENU mode, rotating the [MENU] dial selects the menu item, selects an alphanumerical character, etc.

18) [EXIT] / [

This key has primary (unSHIFTed) and secondary (SHIFTed) functions.

MRGN RST

] key

When unSHIFTed:

Pressing this key exits the MENU mode or cancels setting operation.

When SHIFTed:

In the input monitor mode or during recording, pressing this key resets the margin indication which shows remaining margin to the peak level.

19) [REC RDY] ke y and indicator

Pressing the key switches on or off the input monitor mode. When on, the indicator starts flashing. When recording starts, it lights solid (see page 33).

20) Organic electroluminescence display

Displays the audio level during recording or playback, time information, etc., as well as a menu screen (see page 17).

21) [TIME] / [

This key has primary (unSHIFTed) and secondary (SHIFTed) functions.

REPEAT

] key, [

REPEAT

] indicator

When unSHIFTed:

Pressing the key switches the display mode between the time display and the remain display on the Home screen (see page 34).

When SHIFTed:

Pressing the key switches the repeat mode on or off (see page 54). When the repeat mode is on, the indicator lights.

22) [PLAY MODE] / [

This key has primary (unSHIFTed) and secondary (SHIFTed) functions.

EDIT

] key

When unSHIFTed:

Pressing this key switches the play mode (see page 41).

When SHIFTed:

Depending on the current play mode, pressing this key enters the PLAY SETUP menu or CHAIN PLAY SET menu of the MENU mode.

23) [

SHIFT

] key and indicator

Pressing this key switches between the Shift and non-shift mode. In the Shift mode, the indicator lights. In the non-shift mode, the indicator is unlit.

24) [AUT O PLAY] indicator

This indicator lights when the auto play mode is on. The auto play mode can be set using the "Auto play" item in the PLAY SETUP menu of the MENU mode (see page 57).

25) [EJECT READY] key

Press this key before you remove a storage device (SD card or USB memory) from the slot when the power is on (see page 27).

26) SD card slots [SD-1] and [SD-2]

You can set an SD card to each slot (see page

26).

27) [USB-HOST] port

This port is used for connecting a USB memory (see page 26).

28) [USB-PC] port

This port is used for connecting a computer (see page 27).

<Note>:

You cannot use the [USB-HOST]

and [USB-PC] ports simultaneously.

29) [USB] indicator

Indicates the condition of the USB memory inserted on the [USB-HOST] port.

• Lit in orange: The unit is reading data.

• Lit in red: The unit is writing data.

• Lit in green: The unit is not accessing the USB memory.

• Unlit: No USB memory is inserted or the unit is in sleep mode.

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1425

Rear panel

BALANCED [+4dBu]BALANCED [+4dBu]

ANALOG OUTPUT

5 6

MIDI

1 2 3

LLR

UNBALANCED [-10dBV]

ANALOG INPUT

1) [ANALOG INPUT L/R (BALANCED)] connectors

These connectors are the XLR-3-31 type and accept +4dBu analog signals.

1 2

GND

HOT

COLD

<Note>:

unbalanced RCA jack, the balanced input is cut.

2) [ANALOG INPUT L/R (UNBALANCED)] connectors

These connectors are RCA pin jack type and accept -10 dBV analog signals.

3) [ANALOG OUTPUT L/R (BALANCED)] connectors

These connectors are the XLR-3-32 type and send +4dBu analog signals.

When a plug is connected to the

7 8

INPUTINPUT

OUTPUTOUTPUT

DIGITAL

FOOT SW

REMOTE

RS-232CPARALLEL

XLR DC-IN

1:GND 2:HOT 3:COLD

1:GND 2:NC 3:NC 4:12-24V

7) [DIGITAL OUTPUT (BALANCED)] connector

This connector is the XLR-3-31 type and sends a digital signal conformed to IEC-60958 (AES/ EBU) or IEC-60958 (S/P DIF). The digital output signal format can be selected via the SYSTEM SETUP menu of the MENU mode (see page 77).

8) [FOOT SW] jack

By connecting a footswitch or fader start terminals to this jack, you can start or stop playback (page 61).

9) [REMOTE PARALLEL] connector

This connector is the D-sub 25 pin type and used for controlling the unit from an external device (see page 61).

12-24V

DC-IN

GND

HOT

COLD

GND

HOT

COLD

4) [ANALOG OUTPUT L/R (UNBALANCED)] connectors

These connectors are RCA pin jack type and send

-10 dBV analog signals.

5) Blank panel

You can install the optional MIDI IN/OUT board here (available soon).

6) [DIGITAL INPUT (BALANCED)] connector

This connector is the XLR-3-31 type and accepts a digital signal conformed to IEC-60958 (AES/ EBU) or IEC-60958 (S/P DIF). The unit automatically recognizes the digital signal format.

2 3

GND

HOT

COLD

Pin No.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25

Signal IN/OUT

STOP TALL Y

REC T ALLY

STOP

REC

FF (SKIP)

SHIFT 10key-0 10key-2 10key-4 10key-6 10key-8

FOOT SW

GND

PLAY TALLY

+10key IN

PLAY

REC RDY

REW (SKIP)

MIC IN 10key-1 10key-3 10key-5 10key-7 10key-9

VCC (+5V)

OC: Open corrector

OUT (OC) OUT (OC)

IN IN IN IN IN IN IN IN IN IN

OUT (OC)

IN IN IN

IN IN IN IN IN IN

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10) [REMOTE RS232C] connector

This RS232C connector is the D-sub 9 pin type and used for controlling the unit from a computer, etc. (see page 61).

Pin No. Signal

1 2 3

6 7

NC TX RX NC

GND

NC NC NC NC

IN/OUT

OUT

11) [DC-IN] connector

This connector is the XLR-4-32 type and accepts the DC power from 12 V to 24 V. Connect the supplied AC adaptor or an appropriate external battery.

1 2

3 4

GND

NC NC

12-24V

Screen details

When the unit starts up, the Home screen is shown. The Home screen displays the current file information, the level meters and the current status.

Home screen in stop or playback mode

6 5

1) Time information

While stopped or during playback, the current playback position is shown. Pressing the [TIME] key switches between the time display and the remain display. Also the appropriate icon ( , , ) which shows transport status is lit in the top right of the display during playback, fast forward or rewind.

2) Play mode

The currently selected play mode is shown (by default, SINGLE). You can switch the play mode by pressing the [PLAY MODE] key (see page 41).

4) Sampling frequency/quantization bit

The Fs and bit information of the current file (BWF) is displayed.

5) File format

The file format of the current file is displayed.

6) File number/file name

The file number and file name are displayed. You can edit the file name using the "Edit File Name" item in the STORAGE UTILITY menu of the MENU mode (see page 83).

The first alphabetical character in a file number shows the storage device where the current file is recorded.

"A" is shown when a file recorded on an SD card set to SD-1 is loaded.

"B" is shown when a file recorded on an SD card set to SD-2 is loaded.

"C" is shown when a file recorded on an USB memory set to the [USBHOST] port is loaded.

3) Level meters

The playback levels are displayed during play back. The meters show no levels while stopped. The reference level is -20 dBFS by default (see page 76).

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Home screen in record or input monitor mode

7 6

1) Time information

During recording or in input monitor mode, the current recorder position is shown. Pressing the [TIME] key switches between the time display and the remaining time display of the storage device.

Also the record icon ( ) is lit in the top right of the display during recording.

2) Margin

The margin of the input signal level is displayed during recording or in input monitor mode. The margin display can be reset by pressing the [MRGN RST] key in shift mode.

3) Level meters

The input (recording) levels are displayed during recording or in the input monitor mode (see page 33).

4) Input source

The currently selected input source ( , or ) is displayed. You can select (Digital) or (Analog) using the "Select input"

item in the SYSTEM SETUP menu of the MENU mode (Note that even if you select Digital, when the unit does not lock to the digital input

signal, flashes quickly). When turning on the [MIC IN] indicator by

pressing the [MIC IN] key, is selected (see page 34).

7) File number/file name

In the input monitor mode, "NEXT" is displayed in the file number field, while the file name of the next recording is displayed in the file name field.

During recording, the current file number and file name are displayed. As with the file number shown on the Home screen in stop or playback mode, the first alphabetical character in a file number shows

the storage device where the current file is recorded (such as A001, B001 and C001).

The file name format depends on the selection of the "Default file name" item in the SYSTEM SETUP menu of the MENU mode (see page 73).

• When Date is selected:

The internal realtime clock data when recording starts (with ".wav", the file extension) is set to the file name.

Example: B15h09m27s10aug2008.wav

• When Take is selected (default):

"Scene name + Take Number" (with ".wav", the file extension) is set to the file name.

Example: SCENE_001.wav

• When Reel is selected:

"Reel number + File number" (with ".wav", the file extension) is set to the file name.

Example: 12082008_001.wav

5) Sampling frequency/quantization bit

The Fs and bit information of the current file is displayed. You can select the desired Fs and bit using the "Record FS/bit" item in the SYSTEM SETUP menu of the MENU mode (see page 74).

6) File format

The file format of the current file (BWF) is displayed.

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Screens in MENU mode

When the unit enters the MENU mode by pressing the [ENTER] key while the unit is stopped, the menu list screen as below is shown. There are ten main menus. To bring up a main menu screen, use the [MENU] dial to highlight a desired main menu from the menu list and press the [ENTER] key.

• SYSTEM SETUP menu

By highlighting "SYSTEM SETUP" in the menu list and pressing the [ENTER] key, the following screen is shown. In the SYSTEM SETUP menu, you can make system settings (see page

71).

• STORAGE UTILITY menu

By highlighting "STORAGE UTILITY" in the menu list and pressing the [ENTER] key, the following screen is shown. In the STORAGE UTILITY menu, there are menu items regarding storage devices and recorded files (see page 82).

• MIC IN SETUP menu

By highlighting "MIC IN SETUP" in the menu list and pressing the [ENTER] key, the following screen is shown. In the MIC IN SETUP menu, you can make settings for using an external microphone (see page 39).

• PLAY SETUP menu

By highlighting "PLAY SETUP" in the menu list and pressing the [ENTER] key, the following screen is shown. In the PLAY SETUP menu, you can make settings regarding playback functions (see page 56).

• FILE SEL menu

By highlighting "FILE SEL" in the menu list and pressing the [ENTER] key, the following screen is shown. In the FILE SEL menu, you can select a file to be played back (see page 42).

• CHAIN PLAY SET menu

By highlighting "CHAIN PLAY SET" in the menu list and pressing the [ENTER] key, the following screen is shown. In the CHAIN PLAY SET menu, you can make playlist which is used in chain play (see page 46).

• TIMER PLAY SET menu

By highlighting "TIMER PLAY SET" in the menu list and pressing the [ENTER] key, the following screen is shown. In the TIMER PLAY SET menu, you can set the start time and end time which are used in timer play (see page 51).

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• REMO TE SET menu

By highlighting "REMOTE SET" in the menu list and pressing the [ENTER] key, the following screen is shown. In the REMOTE SET menu, you can make settings for controlling the unit remotely (see page 61).

• USB to PC menu

By highlighting "USB to PC" in the menu list and pressing the [ENTER] key, the following screen is shown. In the "USB to PC" menu, you can make settings for transferring files between the unit and a computer (see page

65).

Other screens

• EJECT READY screen

Pressing the [EJECT READY] key while the unit is stopped brings up the following screen. Use this screen when you eject the current storage device (see page 27).

• Memory play screen

When you set the play mode to "MEMORY", the memory play screen is shown (see page

45). The memory play screen is shown only when the playlist for memory play is created (see page 46).

• STORAGE SEL menu

By highlighting "STORAGE SEL" in the menu list and pressing the [ENTER] key, the following screen is shown. Alternatively you can bring up this screen by pressing the [FILE SEL]

STRG SEL

/ [[ In the STORAGE SEL menu, you can select the current storage device for recording/playback (see page 28).

] key in SHIFT mode.

• Timer play screen

When you execute timer play, the timer play screen is shown (see page 45). The timer play screen is shown only when the playlist for timer play is created (see page

51).

• Chain play screen

When you execute chain play, the “CHAIN-S” or “CHAIN-A” screen is shown (see page 44). The chain play screen is shown only when the playlist for chain play is created (see page

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Preparation

Connection to external devices (fr om the fr ont panel)

Model UR-2 <Preparation>

[PHONES] jack

POWER

PHONES

USB

(KYBD ONLY)

MIN

MAX

[USB (PC)] port

USBPC

HOST

[USB (KYBD ONLY)] port

ESC

TAB

Caps Lock

SHIFT

Ctrl

! 1

Help

@2#

EWQ

ASDF

ZXCV

Alt

%5^

GHJ K

BNM

F8F7F6

(

)

* 8

UYTR

LJK

Alt

F12F11

F10F9

Back Space

-+= {

}

POI

[

]

ENTER

SHIFT

Ctrl

Connection of headphones

Connect headphones to the [PHONES] jack. Use the [PHONES] control to adjust the headphone level.

Connection to a computer

Connect a computer to the [USB-PC] (USB

2.0) port. You can transfer a file between the unit and computer at high speed (see page 65).

<Note>:

When a USB memory is connected to the [USB HOST] port, you cannot use the [USB-PC] (USB2.0) port.

Connection of a USB keyboard

Connect a USB keyboard (or a numeric keyboard) to the [USB (KYBD ONLY)] port. You can edit a file name and control the transport from a USB keyboard (see page

67).

PLAY

SHIFT

MODE

AUTO PLAY

EJECT READY

SD-1

SD-2

TIME

EDIT

REPEAT

FILE SEL DISPLAY

STRG SEL

STEREO RACK MEMORY RECORDER

REC RDY

UR-2

MENU / ENTER

EXIT

MRGN RST

REC

STOP

ABS 0 REC END

FILE/CURSOR

CUE/LOCATE

CUEPREV NEXT

TIME EDIT

PLAY

F FWD

REW

MIN

PHANTOM

MIC IN

MIC SET

MIN

MAX

MIC GAIN MIC ININPUT LEVEL

[MIC IN] connector

Scroll

Pause

Screen

Lock

Break

SysReq

Page

Num

Insert

Home

Page

End

Delete

Down

Lock

7 Home

1 End

0 Ins

Pg Up

3 Pg Dn

Enter

. Del

<Note>:

When you use a USB keyboard, set the keyboard type (US or JAPAN) appropriately using the “Keyboard Type” menu item in the “SYSTEM SETUP” menu of the MENU mode (see page 78 for details).

Connection of an external microphone

Connect an external microphone to the [MIC IN] connector. To enable the microphone input, press the [MIC IN] key to turn on the [MIC IN] indicator.

The [MIC IN] connector supports +48 V phantom power, therefore, you can use a condenser microphone.

<Note>:

external microphone with the unit, see "Using an external microphone" (page

38).

For details about how to use an

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Connection to external devices (fr om the rear panel)

Analog device

LLR

UNBALANCED [-10dBV]

ANALOG INPUT

Analog device Digital device

BALANCED [+4dBu]BALANCED [+4dBu]

ANALOG OUTPUT

Analog device Analog device

Analog audio connection

For analog audio input/output connection, the UR-2 provides both the +4 dBu balanced XLR and -10 dBV unbalanced RCA input/output connectors.

<Note>:

inputs simultaneously. If you connect devices to both inputs, the RCA input is enabled.

You cannot use the XLR and RCA

MIDI

INPUTINPUT

OUTPUTOUTPUT

DIGITAL

External controller

FOOT SW

REMOTE

Computer

XLR DC-IN

1:GND

1:GND 2:HOT 3:COLD

2:NC

3:NC

4:12-24V

12-24V

DC-IN

RS-232CPARALLEL

AC adaptor

external battery

Power connection

Connects the supplied AC adaptor or an appropriate external battery with the DC power from 12V to 24V to the [DC IN] connector. The connector is the XLR-4-32 type.

<Note>:

from an external battery, make sure that the battery can supply stable rated voltage.

When you supply the power

Digital audio connection

For digital audio input/output connection, the UR-2 provides the balanced XLR connectors which support IEC-60958 (AES/ EBU) and IEC-60958 (S/P DIF).

The unit automatically recognizes the digital signal format, while the digital output signal format can be selected via the "Digital out" menu item in the SYSTEM SETUP menu of the MENU mode (see page

77).

Footswitch or equipment with fader start terminal

By connecting a footswitch or fader start terminal to the [FOOT SW] jack, you can start or stop playback (page 61).

RS232C connection

By connecting the [REMOTE RS232C] connector to the RS-232C port of a computer, you can control the unit from the computer (see page 61).

Parallel remote connection

By using the [REMOTE PARALLEL] connector, you can control the unit from an external controller. The [REMOTE PARALLEL] connector is the D-sub 25 pin type. For details about the pin assignment of the [REMOTE PARALLEL] connector, see "Parallel remote control" on page 61.

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Turning on the power

By pressing the [POWER] switch, you can power on the unit. If the unit starts up without any storage devices inserted, the display shows the following Home screen.

Setting the internal clock

The UR-2 has the internal clock, which is adjusted according to the local time when shipped. Therefore, set the time to your local time before using the unit. The internal clock time is used for the default file name of a file which is created when recording, the file creation date/time, the time stamp of a BWF file, and the start time of the timer play function. Therefore, it is recommended to set the internal clock correctly.

<Note>:

the "Default File name" item in the SYSTEM SETUP menu of the MENU mode appropriately (see page 73).

1) Press the [ENTER] key to enter the MENU mode.

To add the time data to a file name, set

For details about the display shown when starting up the unit with a storage device inserted, see "Setting a storage device" on page 26.

Turning off the power

To turn off the power, simply press the [POWER] switch.

However, during playback or recording, the [POWER] switch is disabled and you cannot turn off the power by pressing the [POWER] switch.

2) While "SYSTEM SETUP" is highlighted, press the [ENTER] key.

The display now shows the menu items of the SYSTEM SETUP menu.

3) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "Adjust RTC." and press the [ENTER] key.

The display now shows the current date/ time of the internal clock.

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Flashing

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4) Press the [ENTER] key.

The second digit starts flashing. You can edit the value at the flashing point using the [MENU] dial. You can move the flashing point using the [ ] and [ ] keys.

Flashing

<Memo>: When a USB keyboard is connected to the unit, you can also enter time data from the keyboard (see page

67).

5) After editing time data, press the [ENTER] key to confirm the editing.

By pressing the [ENTER] key at the timing of time signal, you can set the exact time.

6) Press the [STOP] key to e xit the MENU mode.

You can also exit the MENU mode by pressing the [EXIT] key repeatedly.

Adjusting the display

You can adjust the brightness of the display, inverse the display and enlarge the file name display. In the following description, it is assumed that the unit is stopped.

Adjusting the brightness of the display

1) Press the [ (light up the SHIFT indicator) and press the

[DISPLAY] / [

The following popup window appears on the display.

2) Use the [MENU] dial to adjust the brightness and press the [ENTER] key to confirm the setting.

The default brightness value is the maximum brightness. Pressing the [ENTER] key dismisses the popup window.

SHIFT

] key to enter the shift mode

] key.

<Memo>: The unit has an internal

lithium battery which is used for driving the realtime clock. The battery life is approximately four or five years. Battery replacement must be performed by an authorized person only.

If the following message appears on the display, ask your local Fostex dealer or sale office for battery replacement.

Inversing the displa y

1) Press the [ENTER] key to enter the MENU mode.

2) While "SYSTEM SETUP" is highlighted, press the [ENTER] key.

The display now shows the menu items of the SYSTEM SETUP menu.

3) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "Display INV." and press the [ENTER] key.

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The current setting (Off by default) flashes. You can select Off or On.

Flashing

4) Use the [MENU] dial to select "On" and press the [ENTER] key.

The display is inversed.

Enlarging the file name display

In Non-shift mode (when the SHIFT indicator is unlit), pressing the [DISPLAY] / [ ] key switches

the display as follows.

While playback proceeds, the

runner moves from S (start)

towards G (goal).

5) Press the [STOP] key to exit the MENU mode.

You can also exit the MENU mode by pressing the [EXIT] key repeatedly.

<Memo>: When you set "Display INV." to "On", the display looks like the following (the following shows the Home screen when no storage device is inserted).

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)

Inserting a storage device

To insert a storage device, loosen the fixing screw and open the protection cover for the slots (you can remove the cover by opening it approximately 45 degrees and pulling it up).

SHIFT

AUTO PLAY

USBPC

HOST

SD-1

SD-1 SD-2

Fixing screw

You can insert up to three storage devices into the slots/ports: two SD (SDHS) cards to the [SD-1] and [SD-2] slots and a USB memory to the [USB HOST] port. If you insert more than one storage device after turning on the power, the first device you insert is selected as the current storage device.

USBPC

HOST

SD-1

LOCK

EJECT READY

SD-2

AUTO PLAY

SD-2

LOCK

EJECT

READY

SHIFT

For example, when an unrecorded SD card is inserted, the unit turns on the [SD-1] indicator in green and brings up the following screen after reading the card information.

USBPC

HOST

SD-1

SD-2

EJECT

READY

Lit

"A" is added to the beginning of a file number. This means the SD card on the [SD-1] slot is now selected as the current storage device. You can also see the file format, FD/bit and play mode under the file number. On the screen example

below, they are "

", " " and " ". When the SD card on the [SD-2] slot or USB memory is selected as the current storage, the appropriate alphabetical character is added to the beginning of a file number, as shown below.

SD (SDHC) card

USB memory

<Memo>: The protection cover can be closed even when both the [SD-1] and [SD-2] slots are occupied.

<Note>:

See "Changing the current storage device" described on page 28 for details about how to change the current storage device when more than one device is inserted.

<Memo>: When you turn on the power with more than one storage device inserted, the following device is selected as the current storage device preferentially.

Storage device inserted

The storage device

selected as the current

SD-1SD-1

SD-1

SD-1SD-1

SD-2SD-2

SD-2

SD-2SD-2

USBUSB

USB

USBUSB

storage device

preferentially SD card on the [SD-1] slot SD card on the [SD-1] slot SD card on the [SD-2] slot

SD card on the [SD-1] slot

The current storage device is SD-2

The current storage device is USB

<Memo>: When the unit is turned on while the current storage device has one or more recorded files, it stops at the beginning of the first recorded file.

You can automatically start playback after turning on the power when a recorded storage device is inserted to the slot/port (see page 58).

When the unit is turned on while the current storage device has any folder other than the BWFF folder, the display shows the screen for selecting a folder (see pages 28 and 29).

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Removing a storage device

The following shows the procedure of removing a storage device on the [SD-1] slot when the power is on. It is assumed that the unit is stopped.

<Note>:

the power is on, turn off the associated slot indicator in the following manner. If you remove a storage device when the associated slot indicator is lit, recorded data may be damaged.

<Memo>: If you remove a storage device when the power is off, no special operation is required. For an SD care, push it down and then pull it out. For a USB memory, simply pull out the memory.

1) Press the [EJECT READ Y] ke y.

If you remove a storage device when

The display shows the screen below. You can see SD1 is active (i.e. selected as the current storage device).

2) While "SD1" is highlighted, press the [ENTER] key .

"NO" at the bottom of the screen is now highlighted.

3) Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "[YES]" and press the [ENTER] key.

The screen shows that the SD1 condition changes to "Sleep", while the SD1 indicator on the front panel turns off. You can now eject the SD card.

PLAY

SHIFT

MODE

AUTO PLAY

SD-1

Lit

EJECT

READY

SD-2

[EJECT READ Y] key

TIME

EDIT

REPEAT

FILE SEL DISPLAY

STRG SEL

STEREO RACK ME

<Memo>: When SD-2 or USB memory is active, the screen shows as follows.

The current storage device is SD-2

The current storage device is USB

SD-2

EJECT

READY

SHIFT

USB

(KYBD ONLY)

AUTO PLAY

USBPC

HOST

SD-1

Light off

4) Push down the SD card set in the [SD-1] slot and then pull it out.

LOCK

5) Press the [EXIT] key (or [STOP] key) to exit eject mode.

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Model UR-2 <Preparation>

STRG SEL

Selecting a storage device

When more than one storage device is set, you can select the desired device as the current storage. The following shows the procedure example in which the current storage device is changed from SD-1 to SD-2.

1) Press the [ (light up the SHIFT indicator) and press the [FILE SEL] / [

The display now shows the storage device selection screen. For the current storage device, "Active" is shown. For another storage device, "Sleep" is shown.

AUTO PLAY

SHIFT

STRG SEL

SHIFT

[

] key

SHIFT

EJECT READY

SD-2

[FILE SEL] / [

] key to enter the shift mode

] key .

PLAY

MODE

TIME

EDIT

REPEAT

FILE SEL DISPLAY

UR-2

STRG SEL

STEREO RACK MEMORY RECORDER

] key

REC RDY

REC

<Note>:

When you switch the current storage device from SD1 to SD2, both SD1 and SD2 indicators light in green. This means both cards are mounted to the unit and get power from the unit even though the current storage device is switched. You can check the current storage device by the first character of the file number. If you press the [SHIFT] key followed by the [FILE

SEL] / [

] key (or if you press the [EJECT READY] key) in this condition, SD2 becomes "Active" while SD1 becomes "Standby".

Example of the storage selection screen

<Memo>: When the unit is turned on while the

current storage device has any folder other than the BWFF folder, the display shows the screen for selecting a folder, as shown below (see next page).

2) Use the [MENU] dial to select SD2 and press the [ENTER] key .

The current storage is now changed to SD2. Depending on whether the SD card in the [SD-2] slot is new or recorded, the screen looks differently (see below). In both cases, the file number starts with "B", showing that the current storage device is SD2.

<Memo>: You can also select the current stor-

age device by the following procedure.

1) While the unit is stopped, press the [ENTER] key to enter the MENU mode.

2) Use the [MENU] dial to select "STORAGE SEL" and press the [ENTER] key.

The display shows the storage selection screen.

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Model UR-2 <Preparation>

The first time you make recording to a new storage device, the "BWFF" folder is automatically created on the root (the top level folder), and a BWF file is created in the "BWFF" folder. The unit does not create more than one "BWFF" folder on a storage device. As far as you repeat recording using the unit, a created BWF file is stored in the one and only "BWFF" folder.

When you turn on the unit whose current storage device has only the "BWFF" folder, it locates the beginning of the first recorded file (see page 28).

<Memo>: If you copy a folder (with BWF files) named "BWFF"

from a computer to a new storage device and use it as the current storage device of the unit, then the unit locates the beginning of the first created file, as same as above. If you want to copy the BWF files stored in the "BWFF" folder from a computer to the storage device in which the "BWFF" folder already exists, copy only the files to the existing “BWFF” folder in the storage device or rename the “BWFF” folder.

You can create a folder (other than the "BWFF" folder) using a computer. The right shows the example of a storage device which has the "BWFF" folder created by the unit and two folders created by a computer.

When the current storage device has more than one folder as the example in the upper right, the unit shows the folder selection screen as in the lower right.

If the folder selection screen is shown, use the [MENU] dial to select a desired folder and press the [ENTER] key. You can record an audio file to the selected folder, as well as play back an audio file on the selected folder. To select another folder, press the [SHIFT] key to enter the shift mode and press the [FILE SEL] key, then use the [MENU] dial to select the active storage device and press the [ENTER] key. The folder selection screen appears and you can select the desired folder.

LOCK

BWFF

SCENE_002.wav

SCENE_001.wav

PC-1 PC-2

SCENE_nnn.wav

When you copy a file from a computer, note the following (see "Copying a file from a computer" on page 65).

(1) When you only copy a file, cop y destination must be the "BWFF" f older (or a folder created using a computer).

If you copy a file directly to the root directory, the unit cannot recognize it.

(2) Name the folder using one-byte alphan umeric character s. (3) You can create folders only in the r oot directory.

The subfolder cannot be recognized.

When the current storage device has more than one folder, do not use the following UR-2 functions. These functions are available with a storage device which has only the "BWFF" folder.

(1) Power on play function (which automatically starts playback after the unit is turned on. See page 58.)

When the unit is turned on, the folder selection screen is shown. The unit does not start playback automatically.

(2) Relay play mode (which allows playback of all files on all the storage devices continuously. See page 43).

When the unit switches the current storage device to the one which has more than one folder, the folder selection screen is shown and playback stops.

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