Fostex VC-8 owner manual Introduction, Outstanding Features

Model VC-8 Owner’s Manual

INTRODUCTION

Thank you very much for having purchased the Fostex Model VC-8.

The VC-8 is an adat/analog converter which allows connections to be made with adat optical exclusive digital multirecorder such as the VR-800 and various analog mixers. In order to accomplish high quality collaboration with analog mixers, the professional 20 bit type are employed for AD/DA.

Also, to build a most effective system matched with the number of analog mixer output BUSes (2 BUS OUT, 4 BUS OUT, 8 BUS OUT) the INPUT MODE switch makes it unnecessary to reconnect the cables at record/playback. Furthermore, the VC-8 can be used as a S/P DIF/analog converter, and by connecting to the sound card contained in various computers with digital input/output, it will give a clean record/playback environment free of internal noise generated in the computer.

Before operating VC-8, it is recommended to thoroughly read this manual to insure long life of this equipment.

Precautions (please read before use)

Power supply

*When unplugging the AC adaptor from the outlet, be sure to grasp the adaptor. Attempting to unplug it by pulling on the AC cable may damage the wiring.

*It is dangerous to use any power cable that is cut or frayed. If the power cable is damaged, immediately stop using it, and have it repaired.

*Do not plug in or unplug the AC adaptor with wet hands. Doing so may result in dangerous electric shock.

*Do not open the unit or touch any parts inside. Doing so may result in a dangerous electric shock, and could damage the unit.

*Do not let water or other liquids, flammable materials, or metal objects such as pins get inside the unit. These things may cause electrical shock or short circuit the VC-8, and damage it.

If the VC-8 should become wet, unplug the AC adaptor from the AC outlet, and contact your authorized service station.

Location

*Avoid using the VC-8 in the following locations:

*Locations of extreme low or high temperatures, or extreme changes in temperature.

*Locations with excessive moisture or dust.

*Locations where direct sunlight falls for an extended time, or near a stove or other source of heat.

*Locations where electrical voltage varies.

*Unstable locations or where there is heavy vibration.

*Near strong magnetic fields (on top of a television or speaker).

Outstanding Features

*A digital multiple system can be setup by using the adat optical and analog in/out converter of the VC-8 together with various analog and digital mixers provided with adat optical such as the VR800.

*Due to employ of the professional 20 bit AD/DA converter, it is possible in conjunctive operation with the analog mixer without degrading the high quality sound of digital recordings.

*As the INPUT MODE is switchable, it is possible to construct a system to match the number of BUSSes in the analog mixer.

*Additionally, as S/P DIF can be converted to the analog inputs/outputs and vice versa, it can be connected to the internal sound card of the computer provided with digital inputs/outputs.

*Either the internal (44.1kHz) or OPTICAL/WORD (Phase adjusting range: 32~48kHz) can be selected and thus it can be widely adapted to digital equipment.

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