Save/Load of Song data (VF80EX)

Saving data using a CD-R/RW drive (Backup)

The following description is assumed that a non-recorded CD-R/RW disc is used.

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Do not carry out any VF80EX key operation until the access process to the CD-RW/CD-R disc is completed.

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1After turning on the VF80EX, insert a disc to the CD- R/RW drive.

2Press the [SETUP] key of the VF80EX to enter the setup mode.

The display shows the screen for selecting the setup menu.

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While “BkUp” flashing, press the [ENTER/YES] key.

The display shows the screen for selecting a backup mode (between FDMS-3 and WAV), where “WAV” is flashing.

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Use the [CURSOR <] key to select (highlight) “FDMS3”

Use the [JOG] dial to select (highlight) “Save PGM”

and press the [ENTER/YES] key.

The display shows the screen for selecting a program

and press the [ENTER/YES] key.

to be saved (the program number of the selected pro-

The display shows the screen for selecting a save de-

gram flashes).

vice, where “IDE” is flashing.

 

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space

By rotating the [JOG] dial, you can select a desired program number/title from among available programs in the VF80EX current drive. The recorded space of the selected program is also shown.

If you select a program which requires more than one

Flashingdisc for saving, the display shows the required num- ber of discs (see the screen example below).

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While “IDE” is flashing, press the [ENTER/YES] key.

After briefly showing the model name of the connected CD-R/RW drive, the display shows the screen for se- lecting a save mode, where “BkUp” (backup) is flash- ing.

To save (backup) song data, select “BkUp” .

To make an audio CD, select “CD-DA”or “Setup” .

This procedure describes how to save song data, so we select “BkUp” here.

See “making an audio CD” described later for details about how to make an audio CD.

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7After selecting a program, press the [ENTER/YES] key.

The display shows the screen as below.

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Fostex VF80EX owner manual Saving data using a CD-R/RW drive Backup, While BkUp flashing, press the ENTER/YES key

VF80EX specifications

The Fostex VF80EX is a versatile digital multitrack recorder that offers musicians, songwriters, and audio enthusiasts a wide array of features and technologies to enhance their recording experience. Known for its portability and ease of use, the VF80EX is an excellent solution for both studio and field recording applications.

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