11–Exchanging Data with a Computer

Stereo master mix

A stereo master mix made on this unit can be transferred to a computer as a stereo WAV file from the WAVE directory on the FAT partition. Only export is possible.

Supported operating systems

You can connect this unit to computers with the following operating systems.

Microsoft OS

Windows 2000 (SP4 or later), Windows XP, Windows Vista

Apple Computer OS

Mac OS X 10.2 or later

When this unit is connected to a computer, the computer recognizes it as a removable disk. There is no need for a special driver.

CAUTION

When disconnecting this unit from the computer, follow the correct procedures for your computer OS. If

these procedures are not followed correctly, data on the FAT partition could be damaged (see “Connecting with a computer” below).

NOTE

Data transfer between this unit and a computer occurs at USB 2.0 speed (maximum). Data can still be transferred if the computer connection is USB1.1, but it will be slower.

In addition, to assure USB 2.0 speed, use the included cable or a cable that meets USB 2.0 standards.

Connecting with a computer

To use the FAT partition of this unit, the unit must be connected to a computer by USB. When connected by USB, this unit’s record, playback and other recorder operations cannot be used.

To connect with a computer, connect the USB port on the right side panel of the unit with a USB port on the computer using the included USB cable. It does not matter whether you turn the unit’s power ON before or after the USB connection is made.

If the USB connection is made while the unit’s power is ON, the currently loaded song is saved

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