Fostex LR16 manual Software version upgrade, Method

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Model LR16 [Recorder function / Other functions]

<Note>: If you attempt to select the same destination channels as the memory play signal, the warning message as below is shown and you cannot select the chan- nels.

• To assign the destination channels of Memory play

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

The current setting ("-/-" by default) starts flashing.

Software version upgrade

When the software version of the LR16 is up- graded, you can upgrade the LR16 by your- self. The upgraded software can be down- loaded via the Fostex website (http:// www.fostexinternational.com/).

Use either of the methods below to upgrade the software.

The downloaded software file has the ".mot" extension. See the Fostex website for details about how to download the file.

<Note>: If you cannot download the file from the Fostex website, consult the Fostex ser- vice station or your nearest dealer.

(4)Use the [MENU] dial to select the destination channels and press the [ENTER] key.

You can select from channel pairs ("1/2", "3/4" and "5/6") as well as "-/-".

When "-/-" is selected, no channel is assigned.

<Note>: If you attempt to select the same destination channels as the SUB IN sig- nal, the warning message as below is shown and you cannot select the chan- nels.

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

<Memo>: If you initialize the system memory via the "Sys default memory" menu item of the "System" menu, these items revert back to the default settings.

<Method 1>

Use the "USB" menu in the MENU mode to connect the LR16 to a personal computer and transfer the downloaded upgrade file to the internal hard disk of the LR16. For details about how to transfer a file, see page 74.

INPUT

GROUP (+4dBu)

EFF SEND (-2dBu)

AUX SEND (-2dBu)

INSERT

INSERT

INSERT

INSERT

INSERT

INSERT

INSERT

INSERT

R

STEREO OUT (+4dBu)

L

ST MIX OUT (-10dBV)

USB

MIDI OUT

FOOT SW

CONTROLLER

PANEL LOCK

PHANTOM

POWER

Personal computer

<Method 2>

Connect a USB memory stick to a personal computer and copy the downloaded upgrade file to the USB memory stick, then connect the USB memory stick to the [USB HOST] port of the LR16.

Note that you cannot connect a personal com- puter to the LR16 while a USB memory stick is connected to the LR16.

INPUT

GROUP (+4dBu)

EFF SEND (-2dBu)

AUX SEND (-2dBu)

INSERT

INSERT

INSERT

INSERT

INSERT

INSERT

INSERT

INSERT

R

STEREO OUT (+4dBu)

L

ST MIX OUT (-10dBV)

USB

MIDI OUT

FOOT SW

CONTROLLER

PANEL LOCK

PHANTOM

POWER

USB memory stick

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Contents Model LR16 Safety Instructions Important Safety Instructions Table of contents Signal flow of the mixer Connecting sources Adjusting the input level Low-cut filter Limiter EqualizerRecorder functions Recording/Playback Adding a mark Adding a mark on-the-fly Setting on the memory play setup screenPerforming memory play Recorder functions Other functions SpecificationsRecorder functions File transfer to/from a computer Introduction About power supplyPrecautions on installation About version upgrade Cleaning the exteriorCondensation About copyrightsMain features OverviewRecorder section main unit features Before using the unit Unpacking the cartonSetting the main unit and control unit separately Usage examples of LR16Integrating the main unit and control unit Mounting the main unit and control unit on the rackIntegrating the control unit and main unit Necessary itemsRack mount adaptor After attaching the adaptor Preparation of power supply Connecting the power cordTurning on the power Connection to external devices Connection example live recordingConnection example home recording MTRBalanced and unbalanced inputs/outputs BalancedNames and functions Control unit input channel 1 through POST/PRE switch Mute switch14 ST/1-2/3-4 assign switches Solo switchMonitor section Control unit Master channelSUB in jacks and control Recorder control section Phantom 1-8, 9-16 indicatorsInternal effects section AUX Send controls / Solo switches 24 27 EFF Send control / Solo switchAssign to Stereo OUT switches Output Limiter switchControl unit rear panel Main unit front panelNEW Project key Transport keysST MIX key REC Track Select 1-16 keysMain unit rear panel Home screen Display detailsMenu mode screen Memory play setup mode screenModel LR16 Names and functions Mixer functions Signal flow of the mixer Mixer basicsConnecting sources Adjusting the input levelConnecting sources to the input connectors Phantom power supply settingGain adjustment while monitoring EqualizerLow-cut filter LimiterUsing an external effect processor Using AUX 1, 2Pre-fader Post-faderApplying the internal effects Using the internal effects processorUsing Insert Monitoring About the effect typesChannel grouping Solo monitorUsing SUB Set the Source switches on channels 15 and 16 to TRKBlock diagram Recorder functions Recorder basics Recording/playbackRecording format Recording mode ProjectLive recording BassRecording to tracks 1 through Adjusting input level =recording level of each mixer channel PreparationAdjusting the channel output levels sent to the stereo buss RecordingPress the Play key in the recorder or mixer section Playing back a projectLocate to the beginning of the project Connecting a sound source Adjusting the input level while playing back tracks 1Overdubbing Multitrack recordingMixdown Performing overdubAdjusting level and sound of each track Starting mixdown recordingPunch in/out using the transport control keys Punch in/outPunch in/out using a footswitch At the punch out point, press only the Play keyModel LR16 Recorder functions / Recording/playback Memory play Memory Setup key in the recorder Press the Enter keySection of the main unit Numeric key number 0 through 9Selecting a channel pair for memory play Selecting the memory play modeAfter you complete assignment,press EXIT/NO key Performing memory play Press an illuminated numeric keyMark function Adding a markAdding a mark on-the-fly Adding a mark via the mark list screenLocating to a mark point Editing a markEditing a mark label Press the Enter key to bring up the Menu screenExample of label editing Editing a mark positionDeleting a mark Edit the time data in the following mannerProject management Selecting a projectCreating a new project While Select is highlighted, pressEditing a project name Use the Menu dial to highlight Rename press the Enter keyRolling back a project Name editing exampleRight Use the 3 key to enter aSaving a project to an external medium Use the Menu dial to highlight Roll back press the Enter keyExport screen details Editing the durationSelecting tracks Use the Menu dial to highlight Export press the Enter keyCopying a stereo mix file to an external medium Press any operation keySelect the files to be exported Selecting a desired fileSelecting all files Protecting a project Deleting a projectDisplay now shows the project list screen Enabling USB connection Use the Menu dial to highlight USB and press the Enter keyProtecting the internal hard disk While USB to PC is highlighted, press the Enter keyWhile ? is flashing on the screen, press the Enter key LR16 ECopying data from the LR16 to a computer Adjusting the display contrast Setting the footswtich function Other functions Press the Enter key to bring upSetting items Default Formatting the internal hard diskInitializing the system memory While holding down the Record key, press the Enter keyTo assign the destination channels of SUB Use the Menu dial to highlight Input and press the Enter keySoftware version upgrade MethodTurn on the LR16 Press the Enter key to bring up Menu screen Setting frame rate Midi synchronizationMidi message supported by the LR16 Midi connectionSetting FS/Bit of project While Default FS menu is highlighted, press the Enter keySpecifications Input and Output Main unitInput and Output Controller unit Inputs/OutputsPhysical dimensions Power Consumption approx WGeneral Main unitMidi Implementation Chart Model LR16Declaration of EC Directive Affect of Immunity on This EquipmentForthe US Customers only Fostex America Limited Warranty Shipping Index 45, 52Page Fostex CO