Yamaha MT4X 4 Synchronization

Synchronization 34

User’s Guide

4 Synchronization

The MT4X has the ability to synchronize MIDI sequencers, rhythm programmers, and other devices to the

existing tracks on your tape. The following section describes some of the advanced techniques you can

employ.

When you create an overdub recording, you play along with the previously recorded tracks – matching the

tempo. This is easy for a guitarist, vocalist, or keyboard player, but not so easy for a MIDI sequencer or

rhythm machine. To synchronize MIDI instruments, you need to provide a timecode signal that the MIDI

instrument can follow. This involves recording MIDI timecode onto a track using a technique called FSK

(Frequency Shift Keying). Typically, the best time to do this is when you are laying down your basic tracks

using a MIDI sequencer or rhythm machine to set the tempo.

Some MIDI sequencers and rhythm machines are already equipped with a SYNC OUT connector. You can

plug this type of machine directly into the MT4X to record FSK onto one of the tracks.

If your MIDI sequencer or rhythm machine is not equipped with a SYNC OUT connector, you may need a

MIDI/FSK converter such as the Yamaha YMC10. You plug the MIDI/FSK converter in between your

MIDI sequencer or rhythm machine and the MT4X to record FSK onto one of the tracks.

Please refer to the user’s manual supplied with your MIDI instrument to see if it can output compatible

FSK signals.

Rhythm

Programmer

FSK Signal

FSK track

Track 1Track 1

Track 2Track 2

Track 3Track 3

Track 4Track 4

Rhythm

Programmer

(MIDI Master) MIDI Converter

FSK Signal

MIDI OUT

MIDI IN

FSK track

Track 1Track 1

Track 2Track 2

Track 3Track 3

Track 4Track 4

TAPE SYNC OUT

Contents

Main Multitrack Cassette Recorder Users Guide Manuel de lutilisateur Bedienungsanleitung Gua del Usuario 1 2 3 FCC INFORMATION (U.S.A.) IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR THE UNITED KINGDOM YAMAHA CORPORATION CANADA 1 Precautions Contents Introduction Features 3 Introduction Structure of the MT4X MASTER 3 Page 1 Controls and Connections Power Connections Rear Panel Connections MASTER Transport Controls Channel Modules 6 A 9 0 8 8 O C Master fader H G H I O N M L R Y R S T U V W S T U Page Controls and Connections 12 Users Guide Rear Panel Connections f connections gf h ij k g h l l m m Example System 14 Users Guide 2 Example System 3 Recording Functions Monitoring Initial recording Page Page Overdubbing Page 21 Using the automatic punch-in/out function Punch-in/out recording 22 a M Users Guide Set the working points: 23 The AUTO PUNCH and START indicators ( 24 H L Users Guide 25 Recording Functions Recording Functions 26 Users Guide Status indicators 27 Recording Functions Using the REC/PAUSE key and the PLAY key Recording Functions 28 Users Guide Using the optional footswitch 29 Recording Functions Ping-pong recording Bouncing tracks Preparation for recording Recording Functions 30 Overdubbing/ping-pong recording Users Guide 31 Recording Functions Ping-pong notes Mixdown Page Synchronization 34 Users Guide 4 Synchronization FSK recording Synchronization 36 Users Guide Synchronized playback Overdubbing with a synchronized performance 37 Synchronization Connections and setup Synchronization 38 Users Guide Recording a synchronized performance 39 Synchronization Synchronized mixdown Connections and setup Page 41 Memory Functions 5 Memory Functions Note: The locate interval must be more than three counts on the tape counter. Memo Function Store a memory location Check the memory locations Repeat Function Repeat notes Recording Levels Function Conrm the maximum level Conrm the tape position 43 Memory Functions Clear the maximum level data Appendix If the MT4X still cannot be powered ON, please contact your Yamaha dealer. Symptom Possible Cause Solution Troubleshooting Maintenance Specications Mixer Connectors Electrical Specifications Specications (continued) Block Diagram HIGH 4 3 2 Dimensions Tracking Sheet 50 1 2 3 4 Users Guide Overdubbing Glossary Page Page YAMAHA CORPORATION 1 2 3 4 VT03650 R0 1 IP 95 01 3000 CP Printed in Japan P.O.Box 1, Hamamatsu, Japan Tracking Sheet TRACKING Date: Notes: Input Channel