START (Start Point)

Specifies where the time compression or expansion will start.

END (End Point)

Specifies where the time compression or expansion will end.

Pitch Mode

Variable: The pitch of the audio will change

Fixed: The pitch will remain at the original level.

Type

This selects which algorithm is used to complete the Time Compression/Expansion. The type will also affect how long the process takes. Select the setting that matches the type of song or material you are working with.

A:Vocal, Narration

B:Slow-tempo Songs

C:Fast-tempo Songs To Point

This specifies the ending time location that will result from the compression or expansion.

Amplitude

This specifies the volume level that will result from the compression as a percentage of the original source (50, 60, 70, 80, 90, 100%). The default value of 60% is recommended. If the volume level after conversion is too low, use the Undo function to return to its original state, increase the Amplitude setting, and try the operation again. Excessively high Amplitude settings can introduce distortion in the audio.

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6.Press [F4 (Exec)]. This executes the compression or expansion.

*Be aware that depending on conditions, it may take some time for compression or expansion to be completed. This is not a malfunction. Progress of the operation is shown in the display. Do not turn off the power until the compression or expansion is completed! You can cancel compression or expansion by pressing [EXIT/NO].

7.When Track Compression/Expansion is completed correctly, “Complete” appears in the display.

8.Press [PLAY (DISPLAY)] to return to the Playlist display.

If you are unhappy with the edit you made, press [UNDO]. “UNDO Level 1” will be displayed. Press [ENTER/YES] to restore your track(s) to their condition prior to the edit.

If you have used the metronome while recording, here is a quick way to change the tempo of your song using Time Compression/Expansion:

1.Hold [SHIFT] and press [SONG END].

2.Make a note of the current measure and beat settings.

3.From the Tempo Map screen, use the [CURSOR] buttons and the [TIME/VALUE] dial to select the new tempo.

4.Advance your song to the measure and beat location noted in Step 2. Don’t worry that the measure and beat indicator doesn’t match your song.

5.Make a note of the current time location (e.g., 00h07m32s00f).

6.Proceed with the Time Compression/Expansion procedure and use the following edit points:

START: 00h00m00s00f

END: [SHIFT] + [SONG END]

TO: The time location from Step 5

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