Names and Functions

Warning messages

The following warnings are shown operating mistakes are made, an unsuitable editing point (= locate point) is input, or when errors occur. If any of these warnings appear, refer to information detailed below.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

<Void Data> message

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This means registered data

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

necessary for the selected

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

operation is incorrect.

CLK

 

 

SCSI

SYNC OUT

 

DRIVE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AUTO

 

A.PUNCH

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Action to take: Re-register the correct data.

<Void Out !> message

This means the registered in/

 

 

 

 

 

 

out point

is wrong.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SYNC OUT

DRIVE

 

 

CLK

 

 

 

 

SCSI

 

 

 

 

 

AUTO

A.PUNCH

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Action to take: Re-register the correct data.

<Track Over> message

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This message appears when

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

trying to record more than 2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

tracks

of

signals

CLK

 

 

SCSI

SYNC OUT

 

DRIVE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

simultaneously using a MO

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AUTO

 

A.PUNCH

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

drive/disk as a Current Drive.

Action to take: The MO drive only allows to record up to 2 tracks at a time. After changing the RECORD TRACK select key setting, please record signals.

<Rec + Yes !> message

 

 

SETUP

 

 

 

This is displayed when

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SURE ?

 

 

 

formatting. This means press

 

 

 

the EXECUTE/YES key while

SYNC OUT

 

DRIVE

CLK

 

 

 

 

 

SCSI

 

 

 

 

AUTO

 

A.PUNCH

pressing the RECORD button.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

<Select Trk> message

This means a track has not been specified.

SYNC OUT

DRIVE

CLK

 

 

 

 

SCSI

 

 

AUTO

A.PUNCH

 

 

 

 

 

 

Action to take: Select any one track with the RECORD TRACK select key.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

<Over !> message

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This means that disk space

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

necessary for recording and

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

editing is insufficient.

CLK

 

 

SCSI

SYNC OUT

 

DRIVE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AUTO

 

A.PUNCH

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Action to take: Before proceeding to the next operation, temporarily data in order to source empty space necessary for the next operation.

 

 

 

 

 

 

<Load Err > message

 

 

 

 

 

 

This means that loading is

 

 

 

 

 

 

impossible because there is

 

 

 

 

 

 

an error in data applied to

SYNC OUT

DRIVE

CLK

 

 

SCSI

the DATA IN connector from

 

 

 

 

 

 

AUTO

A.PUNCH

 

 

 

 

 

 

the external DAT, or adat.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Action to take: Check the external DAT or adat connected to the DATA IN connector and be sure there is no problem with the DAT, or adat tape. Then, try loading again.

Action to take:

Press the EXECUTE/YES key while pressing the RECORD button.

 

 

 

 

 

 

<Protected> message

 

 

 

 

 

 

This means the disk inserted

 

 

 

 

 

 

in the drive cannot be used

 

 

 

 

 

 

because it is write-protected.

CLK

 

 

SCSI

SYNC OUT

DRIVE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AUTO

A.PUNCH

The disk will be ejected

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

automatically.

Action to take:

Release the write-protect and re-insert it.

 

 

 

<Acc Error> message

 

 

 

This message indicates that

 

 

 

an error occurs when

 

 

accessing the disk. With this

CLK

 

SCSI

SYNC OUT

 

DRIVE

 

 

 

 

 

AUTO

 

A.PUNCH

message, no keys and buttons

 

 

 

 

 

 

do not function at all.

Action to take: If this message appears, please follow the following procedures.

1. Leave the disk inside the SCSI drive and turn off the power to the FD-8 and all connected devices.

2. Turn on the power to the SCSI drive.

3. Make sure that the orange LED on the SCSI drive lights up in green and that the disk is not being accessed, turn on the power to the FD-8.

SYNC OUT

AUTO

DRIVE

A.PUNCH

<Unformat !> message

An unformatted or crashed SCSI disk. After a few seconds of this display, the FD-8 automatically enters the SETUP mode [Format ?] menu.

Action to take: Press the EXECUTE/YES key while pressing the RECORD button.

Note: Any sound data recorded up to this point on the disk

will be lost.

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FD-8 specifications

The Fostex FD-8 is a revolutionary digital multitracker that has garnered significant attention since its release. Designed for musicians and audio professionals, the FD-8 offers a compelling combination of functionality, simplicity, and affordability, making it an ideal choice for both studio recordings and live performances.

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The FD-8 employs a user-friendly interface, with a large backlit LCD display that provides clear feedback on track levels and settings. Navigating through the device’s extensive features is simplified by an intuitive layout, making it accessible for both novice and experienced users. The inclusion of USB connectivity allows for easy data transfer, enabling users to back up their projects or move recordings to a computer for further editing.

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