Fostex LR16 manual Integrating the control unit and main unit, Necessary items

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Model LR16 [Before using the unit]

Integrating the control unit and main unit

Follow the procedure below to integrate the control unit and main unit.

<Note>: Work on a flat and stable surface. It is recommended to put the units on a soft cloth (or blanket) to protect the units.

<Necessary items>

•Phillips-head screwdriver (which matches the fixing screws for rack mounting)

•The supplied CAT-5 cable

(1)Remove the rack mount angles attached to the side panels of each unit.

The removed rack mount angles and fixing screws are used in step (3) below, so be careful not to loose them.

Rack mount angle	Rack mount angle

Main unit

Rack mount angle

Rack mount angle

Control unit

(2)Connect the [ETHER] connector of the control unit and the [CONTROLLER] connector of the main unit using the supplied CAT-5 cable.

The cable should run through the cable guides fixed near the connectors of the both units (see below).

<Note>: Do not connect or disconnect a CAT-5 cable while the LR16 is powered on.

When you connect or disconnect a CAT-5 cable, make sure that the LR16 is powered off.

Cable guide

CONTROLLER

Main unit				Control unit
Main unit

<Note>: Insert the connector of the cable firmly in the correct direction.

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Contents Model LR16 Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions Table of contents Adjusting the input level Low-cut filter Limiter Equalizer Signal flow of the mixer Connecting sourcesRecorder functions Recording/Playback Setting on the memory play setup screen Performing memory playAdding a mark Adding a mark on-the-fly Specifications Recorder functions File transfer to/from a computerRecorder functions Other functions About power supply Precautions on installationIntroduction About copyrights About version upgradeCleaning the exterior CondensationOverview Main featuresRecorder section main unit features Unpacking the carton Before using the unitMounting the main unit and control unit on the rack Setting the main unit and control unit separatelyUsage examples of LR16 Integrating the main unit and control unitNecessary items Integrating the control unit and main unitRack mount adaptor After attaching the adaptor Connecting the power cord Turning on the powerPreparation of power supply Connection example live recording Connection to external devicesMTR Connection example home recordingBalanced Balanced and unbalanced inputs/outputsNames and functions Control unit input channel 1 through Solo switch POST/PRE switchMute switch 14 ST/1-2/3-4 assign switchesControl unit Master channel SUB in jacks and controlMonitor section Phantom 1-8, 9-16 indicators Internal effects sectionRecorder control section Output Limiter switch AUX Send controls / Solo switches24 27 EFF Send control / Solo switch Assign to Stereo OUT switchesMain unit front panel Control unit rear panelREC Track Select 1-16 keys NEW Project keyTransport keys ST MIX keyMain unit rear panel Display details Home screenMemory play setup mode screen Menu mode screenModel LR16 Names and functions Mixer functions Mixer basics Signal flow of the mixerPhantom power supply setting Connecting sourcesAdjusting the input level Connecting sources to the input connectorsLimiter Gain adjustment while monitoringEqualizer Low-cut filterPost-fader Using an external effect processorUsing AUX 1, 2 Pre-faderUsing the internal effects processor Using InsertApplying the internal effects About the effect types MonitoringSolo monitor Channel groupingSet the Source switches on channels 15 and 16 to TRK Using SUBBlock diagram Recorder functions Recording/playback Recording formatRecorder basics Project Recording modeBass Live recordingRecording to tracks 1 through Preparation Adjusting input level =recording level of each mixer channelRecording Adjusting the channel output levels sent to the stereo bussPlaying back a project Locate to the beginning of the projectPress the Play key in the recorder or mixer section Multitrack recording Connecting a sound sourceAdjusting the input level while playing back tracks 1 OverdubbingPerforming overdub MixdownStarting mixdown recording Adjusting level and sound of each trackPunch in/out Punch in/out using the transport control keysAt the punch out point, press only the Play key Punch in/out using a footswitchModel LR16 Recorder functions / Recording/playback Memory play Numeric key number 0 through 9 Memory Setup key in the recorderPress the Enter key Section of the main unitSelecting the memory play mode After you complete assignment,press EXIT/NO keySelecting a channel pair for memory play Press an illuminated numeric key Performing memory playAdding a mark via the mark list screen Mark functionAdding a mark Adding a mark on-the-flyPress the Enter key to bring up the Menu screen Locating to a mark pointEditing a mark Editing a mark labelEditing a mark position Example of label editingEdit the time data in the following manner Deleting a markWhile Select is highlighted, press Project managementSelecting a project Creating a new projectUse the Menu dial to highlight Rename press the Enter key Editing a project nameUse the 3 key to enter a Rolling back a projectName editing example RightUse the Menu dial to highlight Roll back press the Enter key Saving a project to an external mediumUse the Menu dial to highlight Export press the Enter key Export screen detailsEditing the duration Selecting tracksPress any operation key Copying a stereo mix file to an external mediumSelecting a desired file Selecting all filesSelect the files to be exported Deleting a project Protecting a projectDisplay now shows the project list screen Use the Menu dial to highlight USB and press the Enter key Enabling USB connectionLR16 E Protecting the internal hard diskWhile USB to PC is highlighted, press the Enter key While ? is flashing on the screen, press the Enter keyCopying data from the LR16 to a computer Press the Enter key to bring up Adjusting the display contrastSetting the footswtich function Other functionsWhile holding down the Record key, press the Enter key Setting items DefaultFormatting the internal hard disk Initializing the system memoryUse the Menu dial to highlight Input and press the Enter key To assign the destination channels of SUBMethod Software version upgradeTurn on the LR16 Press the Enter key to bring up Menu screen Midi connection Setting frame rateMidi synchronization Midi message supported by the LR16While Default FS menu is highlighted, press the Enter key Setting FS/Bit of projectInputs/Outputs SpecificationsInput and Output Main unit Input and Output Controller unitMain unit Physical dimensionsPower Consumption approx W GeneralModel LR16 Midi Implementation ChartAffect of Immunity on This Equipment Declaration of EC DirectiveForthe US Customers only Fostex America Limited Warranty Shipping 45, 52 IndexPage Fostex CO