Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product X-12 Fostex
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Multitracker Owner's manual Thank you for purchasing our Fostex Model X-12. The X-12 is an easy-to-use cassette tape four-track 4 channel multi- tracker with that great Fostex sound. Because the X-12 features simple and easily handled functions, anyone operating a multitracker for the first time can create a great recording.
2 Model X-12 Owner's Manual 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.
3 Model X-12 Owner's Manual Precautions (please read before use) T able of Contents * Do not let water or other liquids, flammable materials, or metal objects such as pins get inside the X-12. These things may cause electrical shock or short circuit the X-12, and damage it.
4 Model X-12 Owner's Manual <Fig. 1> Boom box / Cassette deck <Handling cassette tapes> Cassette tape suitable for recording: The X-12 is designed to perform best with high-position cassette tape (TYPE II, HIGH). We recommended these or their equivalent.
5 Model X-12 Owner's Manual 2. Do not directly apply an output signal from the [LINE OUT] jack to the [INPUT] jack. As shown in schematic below, if the [LINE OUT] jack is directly connected to the [INPUT] jack and the [LINE OUT/PHONES] knob is raised, it will cause oscillation.
6 Model X-12 Owner's Manual This section explains the names and functions of the X-12, such as switches, controls, and I/ O jacks. Read this section so that you will understand the functions of the switches and controls.
7 Model X-12 Owner's Manual 1. AC adaptor connector [DC IN] Connect the AC adaptor included in the package. <CAUTION> When the AC adaptor is plugged into an AC outlet, a very small current flows in the unit even if you turn off (STANDBY) the power switch.
8 Model X-12 Owner's Manual The X-12 uses the following connection plugs: Stereo phone plug (stereo type) Use this plug to connect to the [PHONES] jack. < Gain control rule of thumb > The gain is adjusted by rotating the [LINE-MIC] knob while watching the lighting condition of the level meter LED as the signal is input.
9 Model X-12 Owner's Manual Connect the AC adaptor jack to the X-12's [DC IN] connector, and connect the power plug to the AC outlet. Basic Operation (recording) As explained above, there are four recordable tracks. The X-12, records each track independently.
10 Model X-12 Owner's Manual When the leader part is forwarded, press the [RESET] button to set the counter to "000." Select the track to be recorded with the [REC TRACK] selector. Select track 1 (the indicator will change to red) or whatever track you prefer to record on.
11 Model X-12 Owner's Manual Basic Operation (playback) You can play back the recorded Track 1. Press the [REW] button to rewind the tape to the beginning of the tape (counter "000"). Press the [PLAY] button to start playing back the tape from the "000" position.
12 Model X-12 Owner's Manual V ocal T rack 4 T rack 3 T rack 2 T rack 1 Drum Machine E. Bass K eyboard K eyboard T rack 4 T rack 3 T rack 2 T rack 1 Drum Machine E.
13 Model X-12 Owner's Manual Before you start overdubbing, practice your electric bass performance while monitoring the drum machine recording in Track 1 through the headphones. After you finish recording, press the [STOP] button or the [PAUSE] button to stop the tape.
14 Model X-12 Owner's Manual The following table indicates the switch and knob settings used for overdubbing to Tracks 3 and 4. Refer to this table and to the steps described on the previous page to overdub the keyboard to Track 3 and vocal to Track 4.
15 Model X-12 Owner's Manual 2. Mixdown Mixdown is a technique that enables you to adjust the volume balance of the overdubbed tracks 1-4, combine them to two channels, and dub (copy) to a master recorder (cassette deck or MD recorder etc.
16 Model X-12 Owner's Manual <Note> You can position the sound on tracks 1-4 anywhere in stereo image on mixdown. This is where your creatively is important.
17 Model X-12 Owner's Manual Troubleshooting Check Point Corrective Action The power is not turned on when you press the power switch on. Check the connection at the AC outlet and the [DC IN] jack of the X-12. Is the head dirty? Clean the head. Are you using a type of tape other than high position? Use a high-position tape.
18 Model X-12 Owner's Manual INPUT Connector (x1) : ø6mm PHONE jack Input Impedance : 20k Ω or higher Reference Input Level : -50dBV ~ -10dBV (adjustable with the GAIN knob) LINE OUT (L, R) Co.
19 Model X-12 Owner's Manual Accessories (option) Specifications Type: Semi-Open/Dynamic type Freq. Response: 20~20,000Hz Output Impedance: 44 Ω Sensitivity: 96dB (dB/mW) Rated Input: 30mW Maximum Input: 100mW Sound Pressure Level: 116dB Weight: Approx.
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