INDEX

[A]

ABS time

24

Additional track

26,

30

 

Analog recording

28

Auto punch in/out

43

Auto play

66

Auto return

67

Auto repeat

68

[B]

Backup

76

Bar/beat

resolution

setting

92

[C]

Clipboard play

14, 57

Copy paste

56

Cue/review function

62

Can’t Rec display

23

[D]

Display

20

Disk remain

22, 25

Disk error

23

Default setting

28

Deleting program

38

Direct locate

66

Digital recording

52

Digital mixdown

54

[E]

Erase

58

Entering Setup mode

81

[F]

Formatting the hard disk

6

Frame rate setting

87

[H]

Handling operation

24

[I]

Input monitor

26

Inquiry message list

95

[L]

Load error display

23

Locate function

66

Locate point

63

Locate ABS 0

66

Locate Rec End

66

Loading the data

79

[M]

Mastering mode 1

6

Mastering mode 2

6

MTC

21, 24

Mixdown

34

Manual punch in/out

46

Move and paste

56

Metronome function

41, 85

MIDI sync function

71

MIDI SYNC OUT setting

86

MIDI device setting

93

MTC frame rate setting

87

MTC OFFSET time

87

MTC OFFSET MODE

88

MIDI implementation chart....94

MMC command list

95

Maintenance

96

[N]

 

Normal mode

6

No disk display

23

[O]

 

Over display

23

Overdubbing

32

[P]

 

Preset display

21

Program change

37

Program delete

38

Program title

39

Punch in/out

43

Ping pong recording

49

Punch in/out take

45, 47

Punch in/out rehearsal

44, 47

Paste

57

Preview function

69

Preroll time

67, 85

[R]

 

Recording mode

6

Rec+Yes! display

23

Remain

25

Real track

26

Repro monitor

26

RECORDER IN jack

55

Record protect setting

90

[S]

 

Shift function

14

Shuttle function

62

SCSI connector

5

Select track display

23

Stereo bus

27

Setting a program

36

Storing memory data

63

Saving data

76

Slave mode setting

88

Slave type setting

89

Song data

76

SETUP mode

81

Specifications

96

[T]

 

Time base

24

Track exchange

60

Time signature setting

82

Tempo setting

83

Track over display

23

[U]

Undo/redo

30, 33, 46, 48,

58, 60

 

Unformat display

22

[V]

Vari pitch function

40

Void out display

22

Void data display

22

[W]

Warning message

22

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Fostex FD-4 owner manual Index

FD-4 specifications

The Fostex FD-4 is a cutting-edge digital multi-track recorder that combines innovative technology with user-friendly features, making it a preferred choice for musicians, audio engineers, and content creators. This portable device brings studio-quality recording capabilities in a compact format, ensuring versatility and ease of use.

One of the standout features of the FD-4 is its ability to record up to eight tracks simultaneously, allowing for complex layering and arrangements. The device supports a variety of audio formats including WAV and MP3, making it suitable for both high-fidelity recordings and efficient file storage. The high-resolution 24-bit/96kHz recording capabilities ensure that the depth and clarity of sound are preserved, regardless of the genre or style being recorded.

The FD-4 is equipped with a user-friendly interface, featuring a large, bright LCD display that provides an overview of tracks, levels, and settings. The intuitive navigation simplifies the process of creating, editing, and mixing audio. Users can easily maneuver through menus, making adjustments on-the-fly without disrupting the creative flow.

Additionally, the FD-4 utilizes advanced digital signal processing (DSP) to enhance audio quality. Built-in effects such as reverb, compression, and EQ provide users with an array of tools to shape their sound before mixing. The flexibility offered by these effects, coupled with the device's capability to handle external effects processors, further expands its creative possibilities.

The FD-4 also features an extensive connectivity range, including multiple microphone inputs that support both XLR and TRS jacks, allowing for versatile recording configurations. This lets users connect various types of microphones and instruments seamlessly. With USB connectivity, users can easily transfer their recorded tracks to a computer for further editing and mixing in digital audio workstations (DAWs).

Moreover, the FD-4 is designed for portability, making it ideal for on-the-go musicians and producers. Its robust construction ensures durability, while the lightweight design allows it to fit easily into a travel bag.

In conclusion, the Fostex FD-4 stands out as a powerful digital multi-track recorder packed with features that cater to both professional and aspiring audio creators. Its combination of high-quality recording, user-friendly interface, and extensive connectivity options positions it as an essential tool for anyone looking to capture high-quality audio in any setting. Whether in a studio or out in the field, the FD-4 delivers the reliability and sound fidelity that users demand.