Fostex D2424 manual

Reference Manual 24 Track Digital Recorder Model 8288 466 000 Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Fostex D2424. The D2424 is a digital recorder using a 3.5 inch E-IDE hard disk recording media for recording/playback/editing in 24 real tracks plus 32 additional tracks. In addition to non-compression recording at quantization 16 bit/44.1kHz or [...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Safety Instruction/Contents) 2 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. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN 9. Heat - The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators,[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Safety Instruction/Contents) 3 Contents Main Features.....................................................................................................................................................7 Precautions.........................................................................................................[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Safety Instruction/Contents) 4 Recording Digital data.........................................................................................................................44 Digital recording from an external digital device..............................................................................................[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Safety Instruction/Contents) 5 Erase............................................................................................................................................................................................70 Storing the edit points......................................................................[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Safety Instruction/Contents) 6 Time Signature Setting...................................................................................................................................107 Setting a Tempo................................................................................................................ ....[...]

7 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Main features/Precautions) Main features • A removable cartridge for easy installation and replacement of the hard disk at the front panel is employed. • By installing the optional Model 9044 (BAY + CADDY), an E-IDE hard disk for backup can then be installed. Furthermore, it will also be possible to install the o[...]

8 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Main features/Precautions) Precautions • Be sure to connect the recorder to the power supply specified in the Specifications section of this Reference Manual. Do not use an AC outlet of any other voltage. • Do not connect the recorder to the same AC outlet to which devices that could generate noise (such as a lar[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Names and Functions) 9 Front panel-1 Front panel-2 Rear panel POWER 24TRACK DIGIT AL RECORDER 24bit/96kHz 75 Ω WORD OUTPUT INPUT OUTPUT DAT A 16 - 9 24 - 17 8 - 1 100 Ω RS422 THRU AC-IN INPUT 16 - 9 24 - 17 8 - 1 SCSI ON OFF REMOTE MIDI INPUT THRU OUTPUT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 13 14 15 16 5 6 7 8 17 18 19 20 9 10 [...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Names and Functions) 10 Front Panel section Names and Functions 1. Detachable remote controller connector The detachable remote controller is connected here. You can remove the controller. Connect the optional extension cable (Model 8551B) to extend the distance. 8. Power switch This switch turns the main power to the [...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Names and Functions) 11 1. Controller Connection Cable Connect this cable to the recorder controller connection jack. 2. Record track select key [RECORD TRACK/ ENVELOPE] "SAFE-READY" of the recording track can be selected (The track can be selected by shifting to 1-8, 9-16 or 17-24 with the [TRACK SHIFT] key.[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Names and Functions) 12 • Pressing a Memory key to recall the point the key is storing displays the memory data (time, or bar/beat/ clock) currently stored in that key; then the recorder enters data edit mode. To edit data, use the [SHUTTLE] dial to move among the digits, and then use the [JOG] dial to change the val[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Names and Functions) 13 15. Execute/Yes key [EXECUTE/YES/CHASE] Press this key to execute the operation when you edit data on the hard disk using the edit functions such as Paste and Erase, when you put the recorder into SETUP mode, or when you set the parameters in the SETUP menu. Pressing this key while holding down [...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Names and Functions) 14 19. Jog/Shuttle dial Jog dial (inside): Turning the [JOG] dial while the recorder is stopped performs digital scrubbing in either direction, which allows you to check the audio and locate a point without any change in pitch. The [JOG] dial is also used to change values in the data edit mode or w[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Names and Functions) 15 27. Stop button [STOP] Pressing this button will stop the transport section of the recorder. Pressing the PLAY, REWIND, or F FWD button while holding down this button will cause the recorder to perform the following operation: [STOP] button + [PLAY] button Pressing the [STOP] button will abort t[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Names and Functions) 16 29. Record button [RECORD] Pressing only this button places the readied tracks into input monitoring status. Pressing this button again will reset the tracks to playback monitoring. (The RECORD LED will blink when the readied tracks are in input monitoring status.) Pressing the [PLAY] button whi[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Names and Functions) 17 32. All Input LED [ALL INPUT] This is lit when all track input monitors are set to ON by pressing the [TRACK SHIFT] key while pressing the [SHIFT] key, and extinguished when set to OFF. While in the SETUP mode, it is also possible to automatically set it to all input monitors while the recorder [...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Names and Functions) 18 Rear panel section 7. Optional Panel The additional installation panel for the optional Model 8345 (TC/SYNC card x1) or Model 8350 (AES/ EBU card x 1). Normally, it can be used with the panel remained installed. <Note> Installation of the option must be done by our Fostex Service Station. [...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Names and Functions) 19 The recorder display integrates the level meter of a high-visibility FL tube with a 16 digits and 35 dot message display. The level meter shows the Track 1-24 output level of the recorder section. The time display shows the current time of the recorder section using ABS TIME (Absolute time), MTC[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Names and Functions) 20 2. Preset Display The display below shows all preset items for explanation purpose. Level meter Displays recorder output level or recording level for each track. In the current drive formatted to 96 kHz 24 bits or 88.2 kHz 24 bits, only tracks 1-8 will function. Track indications Each frame will[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Names and Functions) 21 Pressing the [PGM] key will cause the recorder to enter Program select mode, display the message “Select PGM !”, followed by the current Program and Program number and a flashing “SURE?” indication. * About the Program Change function The Program Change function divides the hard disk spa[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Names and Functions) 22 6. Warning messages If you perform an incorrect operation, input incorrect data, or if an error occurs, the following alarm indication appears: Invalid data indication: The input data is not appropriate for the operation. Invalid In/Out indication: The In or Out point is not appropriate for the [...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Names and Functions) 23 Event overflow indication: The editing points have overflowed. Load error indication: You cannot load data because the data input to the DATA INPUT connector contains an error. Un-formatted indication: The internal hard disk is damaged or not formatted yet. After this message is shown for about [...]

24 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Before Starting) Recorded area Non recorded area ABS 0 00 m, 00 s, 00 f 00 m, 08 s, 00 f REC END DISK END 23 h, 59 m, 59 s -002 bar , 1 , 00 clk 001 bar , 1 , 00 clk 01 h, 00 m, 00 s, 00 f 01 h, 00 m, 08 s, 00 f 00 h, 59 m, 52 s, 00 f 01 h, 00 m, 00 s, 00 f 00 h, 59 m, 51 s 00 h, 59 m, 59 s ABS BAR/BEA T/CLK MTC MTC[...]

25 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Before Starting) The REMAIN indicator displays the amount of unrecorded area. recordable disk area (3 hours) recorded area (11min. 03sec.) unrecorded area (2 hour 48 min. 57 sec.) ABS 0 23h, 59m, 59s 03m 00s 00f 10m 00s 00f 12m 00s 00f unrecorded area unrecorded area recorded area (3 min.) recorded area (2 min.) Y o[...]

26 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Before Starting) Managing songs by Program Change function The recorder features Program Select function, which enables you to set up to 99 Programs on the disk. When you format a disk, one Program will be automatically created on the disk. You may create more Programs, if necessary. You may also delete unnecessary [...]

27 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Before Starting) Real tracks and Additional tracks The D2424 contains, in addition to 24 real tracks that can be recorded/played back/edited in real time as one program, 32 additional tracks (In the current drive formatted at 96kHz/24bits or 88.2kHz/24 bits, it will be 8 real tracks + 48 additional tracks.). Real tr[...]

28 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Before Starting) Input monitoring and playback monitoring There are two methods for monitoring track sound (only on the Real tracks): input monitoring and playback monitoring. They are defined as follows: Input monitoring Input monitoring means to listen to what is being input to the recorder so that you can verify [...]

29 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Before Starting) Audio file and event <About an audio file> During recording, the recorder consecutively records an independent audio file (recorded area) in each track of each Program. However, you can record data on the recorder at any point within 24 hours of ABS time, and you can intentionally create silen[...]

30 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Before Starting) <Hints> Make sure that you set the Clipboard In/Out points within zero files, and that you paste the area starting from the same Clipboard In point. * In any case, bear in mind that you cannot reduce the excessive number of events if the target range contains a zero file. This is because when [...]

31 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Formatting and Optimizing Disks) Formatting and Optimizing Disks Quantization Sampling Frequency 16 bits 44.1kHz 48kHz 96kHz 24 bits 16 bits 24 bits 24 bits Multiple Undo Function On Off 24 real tracks + 32 additional tracks T rack architecture Format T ype Standard Format (Default Setting) Quick Format 8 real track[...]

32 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Formatting and Optimizing Disks) Capacity 10.0GB 44.1kHz 48kHz 96kHz 16 bits 24 bits 16 bits 24 bits 24 bits Approx. 1888 min. Approx. 1258 min. Approx. 1735 min. Approx. 1 156 min. Approx. 577 min. Formatting a brand new hard disk (Current drive) This section describes how to format an E-IDE hard disk used for the [...]

33 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Formatting and Optimizing Disks) Re-Formatting the Current Drive or Newly Formatting the Backup Drive Follow procedures below to re-format the current drive or newly format the E-IDE hard disk for backup. 1 . Turn on the power to the recorder . The recorder starts with an indication of the beginning (Timebase: ABS 0[...]

34 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Formatting and Optimizing Disks) 3 . Use the [JOG] dial to select flashing “SCSI” (or “IDE2”) and press the [EXECUTE/YES] key . When formatting the disk of the SCSI drive connected to the SCSI connector, select " SCSI " or, " IDE2 " when formatting the optional DVD-RAM disk. When the [ EX[...]

35 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Handling Programs) Handling Programs This chapter explains how to handle Programs. It covers the following topics: 1. Creating a new Program 2. Using a Program Change function 3. Duplicating a Program 4. Deleting a Program 5. Editing a Program title Creating a new Program You can manage individual songs by setting m[...]

36 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Handling Programs) Duplicating a Program <Notes> * Duplicating a program is possible only when the Multiple Undo function is set to ON when formatting the current drive. In a current drive with this setting at OFF, the “PGM Duplicate?” message will not display when pressing the EDIT key mentioned below. * [...]

37 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Handling Programs) P01 P02 P03 P04 P05 P06 P07 P01 P02 P03 P04 P05 P06 If you try to deleted PGM 05, only the data of PGM 05 will be deleted and the data of PGM 06 will move into PGM 05. After deleted Using a Program Change function If multiple Programs exist on the disk, you need to select a Program to record, play[...]

38 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Handling Programs) 1. Press the [SETUP] key while the recorder is stopped, to put the system in the SETUP mode. 2. T urn the [JOG] dial to select the first hierarchy of the “Delete PGM ** ?” (deleting a Program) menu. Alternatively, you can use the [ SHUTTLE ] dial, [ REV ] key, or [ NEXT ] key. 3. Press the [EX[...]

39 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Punch In/Out) Punch In/Out What is Punch In/Out recording? Punch In/Out recording enables you to record over previously-recorded parts. See the diagram below. For example, using the Punch In/Out function allows you to change an unsatisfactory guitar solo. The D824/D1624 offers two types of Punch In/Out functions. On[...]

40 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Punch In/Out) Track 5 Track 6 Track 7 Track 8 Auto Punch In point (Rehearsal In) Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 This part is changed. Start point of playback PUNCH REHEARSAL T AKE AUTO PUNCH REHEARSAL T AKE AUTO Rehearsing Auto Punch In/Out recording In Rehearsal mode, the READY track assumes input monitoring mode [...]

41 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Punch In/Out) PUNCH REHEARSAL T AKE AUTO Auto Punch In/Out T ake After you are satisfied with your rehearsal, you can proceed to an actual take of Auto Punch In/Out. You can undo or redo Auto Punch In/Out recording if you change your mind. The control panel settings are the same as those for rehearsal. Track 5 Track[...]

42 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Punch In/Out) Press the foot switch at the Punch In point. T rack 5 T rack 6 T rack 7 T rack 8 Auto Punch In point (T ake In) T rack 1 T rack 2 T rack 3 T rack 4 This part is changed. Start point of playback Auto Punch Out point (T ake Out) End point of playback All tracks are in playback monitoring mode. Only track[...]

43 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Punch In/Out) Manual Punch In/Out take You can proceed to record if you are satisfied with the recording level, foot switch timing, and rehearsal. <Note> You cannot record a second take during the Manual Punch In/Out operation without stopping the recorder. That is, the recorder will continue playing after you[...]

44 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Recording Digital Data) Recording Digital Data Digital recording from an external digital device In addition to multirecording by connection to a digital mixer as explained in the separate “Quick Operation Guide” manual, the following explains the direct digital recording method by connection to external digital[...]

45 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Recording Digital Data) Selecting a recording Program 1. If you already have multiple Programs, select the desired Program using the Program Select function. * See page “ 35 ” for more information on the Program Select function. Setting the digital input Set up the digital signal to be input and the digital in c[...]

46 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Recording Digital Data) Digital recording to external digital equipment Tunes recorded on the D2424 can be recorded on external digital equipment such as MD, DAT, CD- R or adat. In order to digital record to external digital equipment, digital signals to be output at the D2424 [DATA OUTPUT] connector must be set to [...]

47 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Recording Digital Data) <Note> Data on the additional tracks cannot be digitally recorded to the external device as it is. To output digital data from the additional track, move it to the real tracks first, then output it to the external device (using the Track Exchange function). For more information on the T[...]

48 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Recording to a Metronome Sound) Recording to a Metronome Sound Digital Mixer Analog Mixer This chapter explains how to record your performance while you are playing an instrument accompanied by a metronome based on the time signature and tempo specified in the Tempo Map. The metronome sound is output from track 24 o[...]

49 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Recording to a Metronome Sound) Creating a T empo Map * Set the time signature using the “Setting a time signature” menu in SETUP mode. Refer to the “Setting a time signature” section on page “ 107 .” * Set a tempo for a given point using the “Setting a tempo” in SETUP mode. Refer to the “Setting a[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Storing a Locate Point (Edit Point) 50 Storing a Locate Point (Edit Point) [AUTO PUNCH IN] key [AUTO PUNCH OUT] key [CLIPBOARD IN] key [CLIPBOARD OUT] key [AUTO R TN ST ART] key [AUTO RTN END] key You can store specific individual time data (time, bar/beat/clock) in each memory key (*). The time data stored is used as [...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Storing a Locate Point (Edit Point) 51 Flashing Storing and editing the locate points to the memory keys • Select the desired Time Base using the [DISP SEL] key and [SHIFT] key an if you wish to use a Time Base other ABS. • The stored or edited locate points are used only in the currently-selected Program. Storing [...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Storing a Locate Point (Edit Point) 52 Flashing 1 . While the recorder is stopped, press the memory key that stores the data you wish to edit. The stored data appears on the display and the recorder enters data edit mode. 2.T urn the [SHUTTLE] dial to move the flashing cursor to the time value digit, and use the [JOG] [...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Storing a Locate Point (Edit Point) 53 3.Select the LOCA TE number desired using the [JOG] dial. LOCATE number from 00-99 are selectable. However, select a number other then 00. 4.Next press the [LOCA TE] key . The time base (or bar/beat/clock) put on hold is stored as data in the LOCATE number selected. The system wil[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Locate Function) 54 Locate Function The recorder swiftly locates (it moves the current location of the recorder section) the desired point when necessary. Locate include edit points (in ABS time, MTC time, or in bar/beat/clock) that are stored for the Copy, Move, Paste, Erase, or Auto Punch In/Out operations. They also[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Locate Function) 55 AUT O PUNCH IN point LOCA TE PLA YBACK LOCA TE PLA YBACK LOCA TE ST ART LOCA TE ST ART AUT O RTN END point AUT O RTN ST ART point STOP PLA YBACK LOCA TE PLA YBACK ST ART AUTO RTN AUTO PLA Y Auto Play function The Auto Play function allows the recorder to start play back automatically from the locate[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Locate Function) 56 AUT O RTN END point AUT O RTN ST ART point LOCA TE PLA YBACK ST ART PLA YBACK AUTO RTN END point AUTO RTN ST ART point PLA YBACK ST ART AUTO PUNCH IN point AUTO PUNCH OUT point Rehearsal range PLA YBACK LOCA TE <Hint> You can make repeated Auto Punch In/Out rehearsal much easier and quicker by[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Chain Play function) 57 Chain Play function “ Chain play ” functions to playback, in any order, the tunes recorded on a multiple number of programs. There are three modes of chain play and each operates as shown below. Before executing these modes, “ AUTO RTN ST ART point ” and “ AUT O RTN END point ” must [...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Chain Play function) 58 Setup of the Chain Play List The chain play list is setup via the “ Chain Play List? ” menu in the SETUP mode. The following procedure is based on the assumption that a multiple number of programs are in the current drive and that a tune is recorded in each program. 1 . Enter the SETUP mode [...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Chain Play function) 59 Setup of the Chain Play Mode Upon setup of the previous “Chain Play List,” select the desired mode in the “Chain Play MD?” (Setup of the chain play mode) menu in the same SETUP mode. <Note> The chain play mode setting will be held even though power is switched off, and if power is [...]

60 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Cue & Review Function) Cue & Review Function This chapter explains how to use the “Cue & Review” function with the [ REWIND ] button, the [ F FWD ] button, and the [ SHUTTLE ] dial, and also explains “ Digital Scrubbing ” with the envelope function. During Cue/Review and Digital Scrubbing you wil[...]

61 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Cue & Review Function) Playback point (time) Playback point T rack indication 5. Press the [STOP] button to stop the envelope function. Doing so will turn OFF the envelope function. The recorder will return to the time base indication prior to turning the envelope function ON. 1. While the recorder section is st[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Preview Function) 62 Preview Function 1 sec. (mute playback) 1 sec. (normal playback) The sound rises at the memory point. SHIFT key [CLIPBOARD] IN key [AUTO RTN ST ART] key [AUTO PUNCH OUT] key [CLIPBOARD OUT] key [AUTO RTN END] key [AUTO PUNCH IN] key 1 sec. (normal playback) 1 sec. (mute playback) The sound falls at[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Preview Function) 63 [AUTO PUNCH IN] key [AUTO R TN END] key [CLIPBOARD OUT] key [AUTO PUNCH OUT] key [AUTO RTN ST ART] key [CLIPBOARD IN] key Operation Memory key Time base ABS or MTC BAR/BEA T/CLK Flashing SHUTTLE dial (clockwise) Flashing SHUTTLE dial (counter clockwise) SF H MS F SF H MS F CLK BAR CLK BAR Executing[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Multiple Undo Function) 64 Multiple Undo Function Completion data and time of T ake 1 Time axis To undo recordings or edits, you can use the Multiple Undo (T ime Jump) function (explained in this section) as well as the Single Undo/Redo function (explained in the Quick Operation Guide and the “Punch in/out” and “[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Multiple Undo Function) 65 Time axis Multiple Undo for T ake 4 Optimize Flashing Flashing Using the Multiple Undo function 1 . While the recorder is stopped, press and hold down the [SHIFT] key and press the [UNDO/REDO] key . The recorder displays the date and time of a take (as shown below), and “ ? ” and “ SURE[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Editing Tracks) 66 Editing T racks The recorder features speedy, nonlinear, nondestructive editing of independent audio tracks because it uses a 3.5 inch E-IDE hard disk. The following four editing functions allow “ Editing of Independent Audio T racks .” Copy & Paste You can copy a specific range of data from [...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Editing Tracks) 67 <Notes> • The data on the clipboard will be replaced by new data each time you execute the COPY or MOVE. • If pasted data overlaps the source data, the content of the source data will be altered. Perform Copy & Paste and Move & Paste in the following order. The explanation here is o[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Editing Tracks) 68 Flashing Press the [EDIT] key again to get ready for the paste operation. “ Copy Paste? ” or “ Move Paste? ” flashes on the display. Executing Paste 4. Press the [EXECUTE/YES] key again. The display indication enables you set the number of the paste operations. The number and “ SURE? ” fl[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Editing Tracks) 69 Copy & Paste between programs Copy & Paste between programs can be performed using the procedures below in the same manner as in the previous “ Copy & Paste in the same program .” 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Store the copy (or move) start point (CLIPBOARD IN point), end point (CLIPBOARD O[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Editing Tracks) 70 AUTO PUNCH IN point AUTO PUNCH OUT point Erase Any real track AUTO PUNCH IN point AUT O PUNCH OUT point (REC END) Erase REC END ABS 0 Silence Silence AUTO PUNCH IN point Erase Erase ABS 0 AUTO PUNCH OUT point (REC END) Trk 6 Trk 5 Trk 4 Trk 3 Trk 2 Trk 1 Trk 6 Trk 5 Trk 4 Trk 3 Trk 2 Trk 1 REC END AB[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Editing Tracks) 71 Flashing Lit Checking and adjusting the edit points After you store the edit points, you can check them on the display by pressing the corresponding keys. You may also adjust the points. 1. While the recorder section is stopped, press and hold down the [SHIFT] key and press the memory key for which y[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Editing Tracks) 72 Flashing T rack Exchange " T rack exchange " is the function that exchanges tracks -- all real tracks and all additional tracks-- currently in the programs, in mono track units or in multiple track (Stereo pair 2 tracks; 8 track units) units. In other words, exchanging tracks in any combina[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Editing Tracks) 73 ∞ 42 OL 0 30 24 18 12 9 6 3 kHz 24 FS BIT 24 ∞ 42 OL 0 30 24 18 12 9 6 3 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 CLOCK INT ∞ 42 OL 0 30 24 18 12 9 6 3 kHz 24 FS BIT 24 ∞ 42 OL 0 30 24 18 12 9 6 3 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 CLOCK INT ∞ 42 [...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Editing Tracks) 74 ∞ 42 OL 0 30 24 18 12 9 6 3 kHz 24 FS BIT SETUP 24 ∞ 42 OL 0 30 24 18 12 9 6 3 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 CLOCK INT ∞ 42 OL 0 30 24 18 12 9 6 3 kHz 24 FS BIT SETUP PGM 24 ∞ 42 OL 0 30 24 18 12 9 6 3 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 C[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (MIDI Sync Function) 75 MIDI Sync Function The following are examples concerning general types of systems using MIDI related functions contained in the recorder. MIDI clock sync system By setting any desired meter at any desired point of the programmable tempo map contained in the recorder, and by output of a MIDI clock[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (MIDI Sync Function) 76 Setup of the recorder 1. Because the MIDI clock and song position pointer will be output from the recorder , set the SETUP mode “MIDI sync signal output setting” to “CLK.” * Initial setting: MTC * Permissible setting: CLK (MIDI clock and song position pointer:”CLK”) MTC (MIDI time cod[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (MIDI Sync Function) 77 * If correct sync cannot be obtained, re-check the connections/cables and setting of both equipment. <Note> In the recorder, the “ABS 0” position is set at “002BAR/1BEAT /00CLK.” This setting is made in consideration of the time required (it will not sync immediately) for the MIDI s[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (MIDI Sync Function) 78 Connecting to external equipment Connect the recorder MIDI IN/OUT to the computer (with MIDI interface) MIDI IN/OUT (MMC/ MTC complied sequence software is activated in the computer). Setup of external equipment Setup the following in the sequence software. * Set to MTC external sync mode (EXTERN[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (MIDI Sync Function) 79 * Initial setting: 00 * Permissible setup ID: 00 ~ 99 * This item will be the setting common to all programs. * This setting cannot be saved/loaded as song data. * This setting will be held even though power is switched OFF. Refer to page “ 120 ”, SETUP mode “MIDI device ID setting” for o[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (MIDI Sync Function) 80 Multitrack system by the slave mode An example of how to make a multitrack system by interconnecting three recorders in a slave mode function, will be explained in the following. * Initialize the recorder. * Confirm the program. * Set all three recorder’s to the same sampling frequency. Equipme[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (MIDI Sync Function) 81 3. With the SETUP mode “MTC of fset mode setting,” whether the MTC offset time will be output (ABS) at the ABS 00h 00s 00f 00sf point or at the 001BAR 1BEA T 00CLK (bar/signature) point of the tempo map, is selected. Refer to page “ 115 ”, SETUP mode “MTC offset mode setting” for oper[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (MIDI Sync Function) 82 <Note> After this setup, check the following in the recorder (#2) and (#3). * Blinking of “CHASE” in the display: This will change to constant lit upon completing chase lock in later operation. * “EXT” and “WORD” are lit in the display: This means it is externally synchronized a[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (MIDI Sync Function) 83 <Slave> <Master> Computer with MMC/MTC software External MIDI equipment sync system by the slave mode Up to this point, synchronization with external MIDI equipment has been explained with the recorder as the master and MIDI equipment as the slave but depending on the slave mode setti[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (MIDI Sync Function) 84 5. Set slave type to “V ari” by the SETUP mode “Slave type setting.” Refer to page “ 116 ”, SETUP mode “Slave type setting” for operating procedure and details. 6. Press the [DISP SEL] key while holding down the [SHIFT] key , to change the time base display to MTC. <Precautions[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Saving and Loading Song Data) 85 Saving and Loading Song Data The recorder allows you to select the data (audio data and Setup data) from a current Program and save it to a DAT machine as an S/PDIF digital signal or to an adat machine as an adat digital signal, or save it to a SCSI device. You can also re-load the save[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Saving and Loading Song Data) 86 <The following items can be saved and loaded as song data> Memory data: CLIPBOARD IN/OUT, AUTO RTN START/END, AUTO PUNCH IN/OUT point data Locate data (locate number 00~99): when saving and loading song data using SCSI Time Base: ABS, MTC, or BAR/BEAT/CLK Setup mode: * Time signat[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Saving and Loading Song Data) 87 Saving the data using a adat or S/P DIF digital signal S/P DIF digital signal (or adat digital signal) from the [DATA OUTPUT] connector of the recorder is saved. * Restore the initial settings on the recorder. * Set the same sampling rate on the external digital device and the recorder.[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Saving and Loading Song Data) 88 1.Press the [SETUP] key. The recorder enters Setup mode. 2.Use the [JOG] dial to select “Save PGM?,” and then press the [EXECUTE/YES] key. The message “ Save Device? ” and an indication of the digital signal to be saved (“SPDIF,” “adat,” “SCSI” or “IDE2” ) will f[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Saving and Loading Song Data) 89 Loading the data using a adat or S/P DIF digital signal Load the data by S/P DIF digital signals (or adat digital signals) from the [DATA INPUT] jack of the recorder. * Restore the initial settings on the recorder. * Set the same sampling rate on the external digital device and the reco[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Saving and Loading Song Data) 90 1.Press the [SETUP] key. The recorder will enter the Setup mode. 2.Use the [JOG] dial to select “Load PGM ?,” and then press the [EXECUTE/YES] key. The message “ Load Device? ” and the type of digital signal to be loaded (“SPDIF,” “adat,” “SCSI” or “IDE2”) will f[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Saving and Loading Song Data) 91 75 Ω WORD OUTPUT INPUT OUTPUT DATA 16 - 9 24 - 17 8 - 1 100 Ω RS422 THRU AC-IN INPUT 16 - 9 24 - 17 8 - 1 SCSI ON OFF REMOTE MIDI INPUT THRU OUTPUT 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 13 14 15 16 5 6 7 8 17 18 19 20 9 10 11 12 21 22 23 24 NE PAS OUVRIR CAUTION AVIS: RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE WA[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Saving and Loading Song Data) 92 Formatting a SCSI disk An unformatted disk or a disk used with the computer can also be used. Check to see that the data on the disk is no longer necessary prior to formatting a disk that was previously used with the computer. Once formatting is started it cannot be stopped. The formatt[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Saving and Loading Song Data) 93 Saving data of an individual Program When saving with a SCSI disk it is possible to save each program or all programs. 1.Press the [SETUP] key. The recorder will enter the SETUP mode. 2.Use the [JOG] dial to select “Save PGM?” (“?” will flash.), and press the [EXECUTE/YES] key. [...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Saving and Loading Song Data) 94 5. Press the [EXECUTE/YES] key. The recorder performs the save operation differently depending on the selected Program. • When selecting a program that can be saved on one backup disk: The backup disk will indicate that a new program is going to be created (backup disk shows B01). Pre[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Saving and Loading Song Data) 95 Loading the data using SCSI Here you are loading on the current drive, the data of each program saved on the backup purpose SCSI disk. The prerequisite is that a backup SCSI drive is connected to the recorder. Load the data saved on one removable disk. Load the program with the “Load [...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Saving and Loading Song Data) 96 Loading data saved on several removable disks As an example here, we will load the data of a Program saved onto two removable disks. 1.Insert the first disk (Disk-1) into the SCSI device. <Note> Make sure that you insert the disks in the correct order. If you insert the wrong disk[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Saving and Loading Song Data) 97 Saving and Loading with IDE2 (E-IDE Hard disk/DVD-RAM) It is possible to setup an optional Model 9044 (Bay and Caddy) to mount an E-IDE hard disk (IDE2), or optional DVD-RAM drive (Model 9046) for backup purposes. With this setup it becomes possible to save/load files in WAV (RIFF WAVE [...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Saving and Loading Song Data) 98 If you create a new program and you go to the save menu, a “ p01 ” indication appears if nothing is saved on the disk. The program number flashes if there is data already saved on the disk. If data is saved on a backup disk, you can turn the [ JOG ] dial to select existing program n[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Saving and Loading Song Data) 99 SAVE/LOAD by “WAV” file In addition to save/load by the aforementioned FDMS-3 (Fostex Disk Management System-3), save/ load to a DOS formatted disc by using WAV (RIFF WAVE file format, hereafter called WAV) file is possible. In the same way as the aforementioned “Save/Load by FDMS[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Saving and Loading Song Data) 100 Saving of “WAV” files A WAV file is saved by the following procedure. Before proceeding to save, make sure a DOS formatted disk in FAT 16 is set in the SCSI ID6 equipment. The following explains the procedures for using a backup disk after it had been formatted. The E-IDE hard disk[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Saving and Loading Song Data) 101 ###### 01.WA V ###### 02.WA V ###### 24.W A V 10. Press the [EXIT/NO] key or [STOP] button. " COMPLETED! " is extinguished. • Composition of WAV file on multiple discs WAV files are saved in order from track 1 through track 24. When saving on a multiple number of backup dis[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Saving and Loading Song Data) 102 < Notes> • If you attempt to save a WAV file with the same file name as one already existing on the backup disk, " Already Exist " (Same file name already exists) is displayed and save will not be executed. In this case, change the WAV file name by the previous Step 7[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Saving and Loading Song Data) 103 <Notes> • If there is insufficient capacity in the current drive to load a WAV file, the capacity will be indicated in minus as "-###". In such a case, select a program of a the right size or delete an unnecessary program by using the SETUP mode “Delete PGM##.” ?[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Saving and Loading Song Data) 104 << Special loading method when using a computer >> (*) Method to load specific tracks. The backup disk in which files are saved will contain files from “ ******01.WAV ” up to “ ******56.WAV .” Should these files be deleted, moved from the root directory, for example[...]

105 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Changing the Initial Settings <SETUP mode>) Changing the Initial Settings (SETUP mode) <T able-3> “Execution” menu Execution item Display Refer page Community Editing a program title Title Edit PGM** ? 37 - Deleting a program Delete PGM** ? 36 - Loading song data Load PGM ? 84 - Saving song data Sav[...]

106 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Changing the Initial Settings <SETUP mode>) NOs Of Event ? Drive Sel. ? Load PGM? Save PGM ? Disk Format? Disk Optimize ? Signature Set? T empo Map Set ? Title Edit ? Delete PGM ? Click ? Preroll Time? Midi Sync Out? Frame Rate ? MTC offset ? Offset Mode? Ref. TC ? Rec Protect ? D. in ? D. out? Slave T ype ? [...]

107 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Changing the Initial Settings <SETUP mode>) Flashing Time Signature Setting (“Signature Set?”) Using the “Setting a time signature” menu, you can set a time signature of a given measure on the internal programmable Tempo Map. And also in this setting, the BAR (-002bar, 1 , 00clk) displayed at the head[...]

108 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Changing the Initial Settings <SETUP mode>) Flashing Modifying (or deleting) stored time signatures 1 . Repeat steps 1-3 described in the “Storing a time signature” section. 2 . T urn the [SHUTTLE] dial so that the flashing cursor is on the time signature value. 3 . Use the [JOG] dial to enter a new value[...]

109 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Changing the Initial Settings <SETUP mode>) Flashing Setting a tempo (“T empo Map Set ?” menu) The “Setting a tempo” menu enables you to specify a tempo at a given point in a song that already has a time signature setting. For example, you can specify a tempo of 150 to the third beat of the 12th measu[...]

110 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Changing the Initial Settings <SETUP mode>) T empo Map Time signature setting T empo setting 001 bar 4/4 005 bar 3/4 001 bar 1 = 120 003 bar 1 = 90 005 bar 3 = 60 007 bar 2 = 120 5 . Press the [EXECUTE/YES] key . The display shows the stored bar/beat/tempo, then returns to the Tempo Edit indication (as shown [...]

111 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Changing the Initial Settings <SETUP mode>) Flashing Setting the Metronome function (“Click ?” menu) “Setting the Metronome function” menu allows you to determine whether or not the recorder outputs a metronome sound from Real track (track 24) during playback or recording. Turning the Metronome functi[...]

112 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Changing the Initial Settings <SETUP mode>) Locate point (stored in the memory key). This point is actually located. This point is located if the current position is before the locate point. Preroll time (before the locate point) can be set between 00 and 10 seconds. Flashing Setting a preroll value (“Prero[...]

113 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Changing the Initial Settings <SETUP mode>) Flashing Setting MIDI sync output signal (“Midi Sync Out ?” menu) The “Setting MIDI sync output signal” menu enables you to select the type of MIDI sync signals output from the MIDI OUT connector on the rear panel of the recorder to an external MIDI device. [...]

114 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Changing the Initial Settings <SETUP mode>) Flashing Flashing Setting an MTC frame rate 1 . While the recorder is stopped, press the [SETUP] key to enter SETUP mode. 2 . Turn the [JOG] dial to select “Frame Rate ?” ( “?” flashes), then press the [EXECUTE/YES] key . The current frame rate setting appea[...]

115 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Changing the Initial Settings <SETUP mode>) 3 . Use the SHUTTLE dial to move the flashing cursor , and turn the JOG dial to enter the desired offset value. For example, if you rotate the JOG dial on the seconds digit up 59, turning the dial further will increase the number on the digit of minute by one. 4 . P[...]

116 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Changing the Initial Settings <SETUP mode>) Setting the Record Protect function (“Rec Protect ?” menu) The recorder features the Record Protect function, which is similar to the function of record-protect tabs on cassette tapes. The “Setting the Record Protect function” menu allows you to turn the Rec[...]

117 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Changing the Initial Settings <SETUP mode>) Flashing Recording enabled/disabled 1 . While the recorder is stopped, press the [SETUP] key to enter SETUP mode. 2 . T urn the [JOG] dial to select “Rec Protect ?” (“?” flashes), then press the [EXECUTE/YES] key . The current setting appears on the display.[...]

118 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Changing the Initial Settings <SETUP mode>) Flashing Setting digital input 1 . While the recorder is stopped, press the [SETUP] key to enter SETUP mode. 2 . Turn the [JOG] dial to select “D. in ?” (“?” flashes), then press the [EXECUTE/YES] key . When “ D. in? ” (“ ? ” flashes) is selected, th[...]

119 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Changing the Initial Settings <SETUP mode>) Flashing Setting digital output 1 . While the recorder is stopped, press the [SETUP] key to enter SETUP mode. 2 . T urn the [JOG] dial to select “D. out ?” (“?” flashes), then press the [EXECUTE/YES] key . The current digital output signal appears on the dis[...]

120 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Changing the Initial Setting <SETUP mode>) Flashing Setting BAR/BEA T resolution mode 1 . While the recorder is stopped, press the [SETUP] key to enter SETUP mode. 2 . T urn the [JOG] dial to select “Resolution ?” (“?” flashes), then press the [EXECUTE/YES] key . The current BAR/BEAT resolution mode s[...]

121 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Changing the Initial Settings <SETUP mode>) Flashing 3. Use the [JOG] dial to set the desired MIDI device ID number . Turning the [ JOG ] dial clockwise increments the value, and turning it counter-clockwise decrements the value. 4. Press the [EXECUTE/YES] key . The MIDI device ID number is stored, and “ ? [...]

122 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Changing the Initial Setting <SETUP mode>) SPDIF :Async SPDIF :Sync adat :Async adat :Sync [D. in ?] setting [Clock Sel ?] setting Int Auto Word Video clock received from WORD IN Available only when installing the op- tional Model 8345 TC/SYNC card. If you try to select “Video,” [V oid w/o Video] is displ[...]

123 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Changing the Initial Settings <SETUP mode>) To cancel the operation, or to restore the setting obtained prior to the EXECUTE/YES key press, press the STOP button or the EXIT/NO key. Each time you press one of these keys, the recorder returns to the previous hierarchy level of the menu, and finally exits SETUP[...]

124 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Changing the Initial Setting <SETUP mode>) Flashing 1 . While the recorder is stopped, press the [SETUP] key to enter SETUP mode. 2 . Turn the [JOG] dial to select “Foot SW ?” (“?” flashes), then press the [EXECUTE/YES] key . A flashing “ ? ” will extinguish by pressing the [ EXECUTE/ YES ] key an[...]

125 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Changing the Initial Settings <SETUP mode>) Setup of the reference level (“Ref. Level?” menu) The reference level of D2424 can be changed in the "Setup of the reference level" menu. At the initial setting, the reference level is set to " -12dB " but can be set to "-20dB" as r[...]

126 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Changing the Initial Setting <SETUP mode>) Flashing Setup of input/output Balance/Unbalance (“BAL/UNBAL?” menu) Whether the D2424 rear panel analog input/output connectors should be set to balanced or unbalanced lines can be setup at the "Setup of input/output balance/unbalance" menu. Initially,[...]

127 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Changing the Initial Settings <SETUP mode>) Drive Format Information (“Drive Info?” menu) Format information of the current drive presently installed can be checked by using the “Drive Format Information” menu. Should any trouble occur in the recorder, providing the information obtained here to our ne[...]

128 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Changing the Initial Setting <SETUP mode>) * This indicates that simultaneous recordable number of tracks is 24. In addition to “24 Trk”, the display can also show “8 Trk”, “4 Trk” or “16 Trk”. * This indicates that the recorder is formatted in 24 bits. In addition to “24”, the display can[...]

129 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Changing the Initial Settings <SETUP mode>) Flashing Drive Setting (“Drive Sel?” menu) In D2424, in addition to the current drive (E-IDE hard disk) for recording/playback/editing, by installing the optional Model 9044 (BAY+CADDY), an E-IDE hard disk (or optional Model 9046 DVD-RAM drive), and furthermore,[...]

130 Model D2424 Reference Manual (Changing the Initial Setting <SETUP mode>) Flashing Setup of the display contrast level (“Contrast ?” menu) The contrast level of the D2424 display can be setup. Because this setup content will be registered in the D2424 internal System ROM, it will be held even though the current drive hard disk is repla[...]

131 Model D2424 Reference Manual (MIDI Implementation Chart/MMC List) Basic Default ×× Channel Changed ×× Default ×× Mode Message ×× Altered ******************************* × Note ×× Number: True voice ******************************* × Velocity Note ON ×× Note OFF ×× After Key’s ×× Touch Channel’s ×× Pitch Bend ×× Control [...]

132 Model D2424 Reference Manual (MIDI Implementation Chart/MMC List) MMC Command List Command List Movement (Recorder) 01: STOP STOP 02: PLAY PLAY 03: DEFERRED PLAY DEFERRED PLAY 04: FAST FORWARD F FWD 05: REWIND REWIND 06: RECORD STROBE REC 07: RECORD EXIT PUNCH OUT 09: PAUSE STOP 40: WRITE Refer to MMC Response/Information Field List 41: MASKED [...]

133 Model D2424 Reference Manual (MIDI Implementation Chart/MMC List) Fostex System Exclusive Message General Structure=F0 51<device id><sub id 1>(<data>)F7 * Numbers are all expressed in hexadecimal units. Table: <sub id 1> (<data>) Command or Model Set Acknowledge or Status Controller to D2424 D2424 to Controller Loo[...]

134 Model D2424 Reference Manual (MIDI Implementation Chart/MMC List) Status Request Status request command Status reply Controller to D2424 D2424 to controller Loop op. status 22 21 32 21 (<Loop op. mode = 12>) Loop status 22 22 32 22 (<on/off>) Post locate status 22 28 32 28 (<post locate status>) Auto rec status 22 2D 32 2D (&l[...]

135 Model D2424 Reference Manual (MIDI Implementation Chart/MMC List) <Allocation of GP0~GP7> Edit point memory of this equipment is alloted to the response/information field of 08~0F (GP0~GP7) as shown below. GP7 however, will be used as the work memory for small adjusting of the registered figure (Refer to Examples 4 and 5). <Response/In[...]

136 Model D2424 Reference Manual (MIDI Implementation Chart/MMC List) Data Type <loop op.mode> <loop op.mode> <loop op.mode> <loop op.mode> <loop op.mode> 12=stop Indicates the next operating mode following locating to the start point (GP3) upon arriving at the end point (GP6) by the play mode. In D2424, 12=stop only i[...]

137 Model D2424 Reference Manual (MIDI Implementation Chart/MMC List) <signature map> <signature map> <signature map> <signature map> <signature map> b a r 2 , b a r 1 , b a r 0 , sign, sigd bar2: The 100th digit of the bar figure is expressed in BCD. bar1: The 10th digit of the bar figure is expressed in BCD. bar0: Th[...]

138 Model D2424 Reference Manual (MIDI Implementation Chart/MMC List) Explanation on the Command/Mode Set 12 22 (<on/off>): loop on/off command The command for setting the "loop mode on/off" (=ON/OFF of AUTO RTN) of D2424. Default figure of the loop operation mode is "12=stop" and this cannot be changed. 12 28 (<post lo[...]

139 Model D2424 Reference Manual (MIDI Implementation Chart/MMC List) data length in the clipboard is less than 10ms, specifying the <repeat count> will be limited to "01." Also, by specifying the <mmc track>, paste operation can be executed on other tracks in mono (one track unit) or stereo units (tracks 1-2, 3-4, 5-6, 7-8...[...]

140 Model D2424 Reference Manual (MIDI Implementation Chart/MMC List) it to the default state (meter=4/4, tempo: =120). Also, when this command is received, this equipment will reply with "34 03 (<edit message>)." Upon completing the registeration, <edit message> will reply with "01 (completed)," or with "10 (ov[...]

141 Model D2424 Reference Manual (MIDI Implementation Chart/MMC List) 23 47: midi sync out status request The command for inquiring on status of the midi sync out setup condition. When this command is received, this equip- ment replies with "33 47 <midi sync>." 23 48: MTC offset mode status request The command for inquiring the MTC [...]

142 Model D2424 Reference Manual (MIDI Implementation Chart/MMC List) 32 4F (<edit message>): track exchange status reply This is the reply against the "12 4F" track exchange command. 33 3E (<edit message>): product new program status reply This is the reply against the "13 3E" product new program command. 33 41 (<[...]

Model D2424 Reference Manual (Maintenance/Specifications) 143 Specifications Recorder Section Recording Medium : 3.5 inch, E-IDE type hard disk Recording Format : FDMS3 version 3 Save/Load Format : SCSI, FDIO-1 version 2 Sampling Frequency : 44.1kHz, 48kHz, ,88.2kHz, 96kHz Quantization : 16bit / 24bit linear, 24bit (at 88.2/96kHz) A/D Converter : 2[...]

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