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Thank you for purchasing the ZOOM MultiTrak Recording
Studio MRS-4 (subsequently referred to as "the MRS-4").
The MRS-4 offers the following attractive features.
◆ Simultaneous 4-track playback/2-track recording
8 virtual takes per track add up to a total of 32 takes available
for recording.
◆ Flexible track parameter settings
Hi/Lo EQ, effect send, and other parameters can be set
individually for each track.
◆ Bounce feature supports recording from 4 tracks of
simultaneous playback
Even when there are no empty tracks, the MRS-4 allows you
to bounce existing material onto 2 tracks, while performing
simultaneous playback of 4 tracks.
◆ Versatile effects
The MRS-4 incorporates an insert effect for processing the
input signal, a send/return effect for use in a mixer loop, and a
mixdown effect for use on the master bus.
◆ Other sophisticated features
Metronome, MIDI output, AUX input, long-stroke faders, and
other exciting features make the MRS-4 a great all-round
package.
In order to take full advantage of the MRS-4's versatile
functionality and to ensure trouble-free enjoyment, please
read this manual carefully. Keep this manual in a safe
place together with the warranty card.
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- Page 1 ◆ Bounce feature supports recording from 4 tracks of simultaneous playback Even when there are no empty tracks, the MRS-4 allows you to bounce existing material onto 2 tracks, while performing simultaneous playback of 4 tracks.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Pay close attention to the labelling of the battery to make should be taken to minimize the risk of damage. sure you choose the correct type. • If the MRS-4 is not to be used for an extended period of • Cleaning time, remove the battery from the unit. -
Page 3: Caution
Mixer section MASTER The MRS-4 has two types of mixers. ■ Input mixer Serves to adjust the instrument or mic signal input to the MRS-4 and to assign the signal Mixdown to the desired track. effect Track mixer ■ Track mixer... -
Page 4: Parts Of The Mrs-4
Parts of the MRS-4 Top panel [INPUT LEVEL] controls 1/2 [ON/OFF] keys 1/2 [TRACK PARAMETER] key Display [MIXDOWN] key Track status keys 1 – 4 [SEND/RETURN] key Track faders 1 – 4 [METRONOME] key MASTER status key [BOUNCE] key MASTER fader... -
Page 5: Connections
AUX IN [L/MONO]/[R] jacks, it will be output from the MASTER [L]/[R] jacks together with the mixed playback signal from the tracks of the MRS-4. For a stereo device, use both the [L/MONO] and [R] jacks. For a mono device, use only the [L/MONO] jack. -
Page 6: Basic Operation
Step 1 Preparations for recording Creating a new song In the MRS-4, all data required to play a piece you have created is collectively referred to as a "song". A song contains the following information. ●... -
Page 7: Step 2 Recording The First Track
Adjusting input sensitivity Connect the instrument to the input of the MRS-4 and adjust input sensitivity. Connect the instrument to the [INPUT 1] jack on the MRS-4 ( ➜ p. 8). Press the [ON/OFF] key 1 so that the key lights up. - Page 8 COMP Up to two tracks (tracks 1/2 or tracks 3/4) can be selected for recording simultaneously. While playing your instrument, operate fader 1 of the MRS-4 or the volume control of the monitor system to adjust the monitoring level. The setting of fader 1 has no effect on the recording level.
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Page 9: Selecting A Track And Recording On It
To stop playback, press the STOP [P] key. To redo the recording, repeat steps 4 – 5. Press the status key 1 so that the key is lit in green. The recording condition of track 1 is turned off. MRS-4 ZOOM Step 3 ∼... -
Page 10: Step 4 Mixdown
This process is called mixdown. When performing mixdown on the MRS-4, you can either record the completed song on an external master recorder, or on unused V-takes in the MRS-4. The example in this section explains how to record on an external master recorder. -
Page 11: Using The Send/Return Effect
V-take selection. The FADER parameter is only for display and cannot be changed. (When the respective fader is moved, the indication changes.) MRS-4 ZOOM The track mixer incorporates a send/return effect with reverb/delay/chorus. The signal flow when using the send/return effect is as follows. - Page 12 LONG Adjusts the delay time in the range from 250 ms (setting value 25) – 1000 ms (setting value 100). TIME100 MRS-4 ZOOM Algorithm 6 ( CHO MN ) This is a mono chorus effect. A component whose pitch shifts cyclically up and down is added to the original sound, resulting in a wavering, expansive sound.
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Page 13: Using The Mixdown Effect
SEND ON Press the right [PARAMETER/VALUE] key once to call up the indication "SLVL" (send level). SLVL MRS-4 ZOOM TIME The mixdown effect serves to process the stereo signal produced by the track mixer. This effect can be used simultaneously with the send/return effect. The signal flow is shown below. -
Page 14: Recording On The Master Recorder
MRS-4. To check the recording, rewind the master recorder and play the recording from the beginning. Whenever you make any changes to a song on the MRS-4, the song is automatically saved on the SmartMedia card. BOOST 0 Recording on the master recorder... -
Page 15: Reference [Recorder]
This is sometimes also called "ping-pong recording". Even when all 4 tracks are recorded, the MRS-4 allows you to play them back simultaneously T1-2 and bounce them onto currently unused V- takes. -
Page 16: Re-Recording Only A Specified Region (Punch-In/Out Function)
1/2 to the bounced signal. • The input signal from the AUX IN jacks and The MRS-4 provides two ways to do this. from the internal metronome is not recorded. You can use the panel keys to punch-in/out manually ("manual punch-in/out"), or cause... -
Page 17: Reference [Locating A Point]
(You will always be able to monitor the input signal during this time.) Performing this action will not record MRS-4 ZOOM Reference [Locating a Point] This section describes how to quickly move to any desired point in a song. -
Page 18: Marking A Point In A Song (Marker Function)
Song A mark will be assigned to the current location, and the mark number is shown. Mark number SET 02 MRS-4 ZOOM Specifying a mark directly The indication "MARK" flashes on the Mark added display, and the number of the nearest mark... -
Page 19: Playing Back The Same Passage Repeatedly (A-B Repeat)
B) is reached, the recorder jumps to the start point (normally point A), and playback continues. Playback MRS-4 ZOOM Reference [Mixing] This section describes advanced mixing techniques using the input mixer and track mixer. In the "Basic Operation" section, we learned how to record the signal from one input on one track. -
Page 20: Adding The Input Signal To The Mixdown
Adjusts panning (if only one input is active) or L50∼0∼R50 balance (if two inputs are active) for signal sent from input mixer to track and output. MRS-4 ZOOM The left/right [PARAMETER/VALUE] keys serve for selecting the parameter and the up/down [PARAMETER/VALUE] keys for setting the value. -
Page 21: Reference [Track Editing]
"y" is the V-take number. Use the copy source appears. left/right [PARAMETER/VALUE] keys to move the flashing section, and use the MRS-4 ZOOM Specify the end point in the same way as described in step 6. When you have specified the end point, press the [ENTER/YES] key. -
Page 22: Erasing A Specified Segment
Use the [PARAMETER/VALUE] The length of the processing interval depends on keys to specify the track and V- setting conditions. take to erase. MRS-4 ZOOM Use the left/right [PARAMETER/VALUE] keys to move the flashing section, and use the up/down [PARAMETER/VALUE] keys to change the number. -
Page 23: Exchanging The Data Of Entire Tracks
YES] key. The track number and V-take number to be used as exchange source are shown. (In the initial condition, this is the V-take currently set for the track selected in step 2.) MRS-4 ZOOM CHANGE Exchange source track number... -
Page 24: Reference [Song Functions]
Only songs with recorded data can be selected. Press the [ENTER/YES] key. The song is read into the memory of the Select "SnG nEW" on the song MRS-4, and the main screen returns. menu, and press the [ENTER/YES] key. Checking recording time (SONG CAPACITY) -
Page 25: Copying A Song (Song Copy)
By pressing the [EXIT/NO] key instead of the [ENTER/YES] key, you can return to the display of the preceding step and make changes. MRS-4 ZOOM Protecting a song (SONG PROTECT) You can protect the currently selected song, so that no further recording or editing is possible. -
Page 26: Reference [Metronome/Midi]
Consequently, provided that the metronome time signature setting matches, the external device will start playback from the same position even if playback of the song at the MRS-4 is started midway. measure/beat position... -
Page 27: Reference [Other Functions]
Reference [Other Functions] This section describes other convenient functions of the MRS-4. Using the tuner Play a single note on the instrument. The nearest note to the one you played is shown on the display. An indicator to the right of the pitch shows by how much the The MRS-4 has a built-in chromatic tuner pitch is off. -
Page 28: Display Adjustments
ZOOM AUX IN is an input that accepts an external signal which is then mixed with the internal signal of the MRS-4 and output as is at the MASTER [L]/[R] jacks. This can serve several purposes. For example, during track recording or overdubbing, you... -
Page 29: Specifications
220 (W) x 165 (D) x 56.3 (H) mm Weight: 700 g (without batteries) Power requirements: DC 9V, 300 mA from AC adapter Zoom AD-0006 4 batteries IEC R6 (size AA); battery life 5 hours or more (with alkaline batteries) Supplied accessory: SmartMedia card (32 MB) 0 dB = 0.775 Vrms... -
Page 30: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If the MRS-4 does not seem to function normally, check the following points first. Playback problems Noise occurs during mixdown No sound, or very low volume • Make sure that the [ON/OFF] keys 1/2 are out. • Check the connections to your monitor •... -
Page 31: Midi Implementation
• There is not enough free capacity on the card The SmartMedia card is not formatted for the selected conditions, and recording properly. Format the card in the MRS-4 first. data cannot be created. Erase unneeded tracks or songs. CARDERR •... - Page 32 Mixer MRS-4 Card Manager • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •...
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