Saving /Loading Data Using Scsi - Fostex VF-160 Operation Manual

Saving/Loading data using SCSI (MO, zip)
You can save/load song data using a SCSI backup disk (MO, zip).
Normally a backup SCSI disk should be formatted by the backup format (for backup use only). You can also save
data to or load data from a WAV file on a SCSI disk formatted for DOS format (for computer use). Since song data
written in a WAV file can be read by a computer as well as be loaded in the VF160, you can use such data with a
music software. For details about save/load using an external SCSI-type CD-RW drive or the optional CD-RW
drive (Model CD-1A), see page 114.
<Note>
You can save (load) scene memories and scene event
memories only to (from) a FDMS-3 formatted SCSI disk.
Scene memories and scene event memories can be saved
or loaded when using a SCSI device (except WAV).
Connecting to an external device
Connect the unit's SCSI connector (half pitch 50-pin
type for Macintosh) to an external SCSI device.
Before connecting to a SCSI device, read the following
notes carefully.
<Notes>
• Make connection with the power turned off.
• You can connect only one SCSI device via the SCSI
connector of the VF160.
When connecting a external SCSI device to the unit,
insert a SCSI terminator to the other (unused) SCSI
connector of the device. Or, if the device provides a
switch that switches the SCSI termination, set it to ON.
• There is no limitation for the ID number of the backup
SCSI device. The unit automatically recognizes the
device as a backup SCSI device.
• You must format the disk used with the backup SCSI
device after connecting the device.
See "Formatting a backup disk" below for the detail
information.
CAUTION WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT
RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
AVIS: VIS:
AUX SEND ST OUT MIDI DIGITAL/DATA
OPTICAL
IN OUT
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Formatting a backup disk
You can use an unformatted disk or disk currently
used for a computer, etc.
When formatting a disk currently used for a computer,
make sure that you do not need the data recorded on
the disk. Once you start formatting, you cannot stop
or cancel formatting. The following procedure assumes
that a removable disk is used.
FOOT SW SCSI POWER AC-IN
OUT
SCSI cable
zip or MO drive
<Notes>
• A write-protected disk cannot be used. Release the
protection before using.
• The disk formatted by the VF160 can be used for
saving/loading by the FDMS-3.
The VF160 cannot DOS-format a disk for saving/
loading by a WAV file. So, to DOS-format a disk, use a
personal computer, etc.
1. After connecting a backup SCSI device to the VF160, turn
on the both machine.
2. Insert a backup disk into the SCSI device.
3. Press the [SETUP] key to enter the Setup mode.
The display shows the screen for selecting the Setup menu.
4. Use the [JOG] dial to select "Disk Format" and press the
[ENTER/YES] key.
The display shows the screen for selecting a drive.
"IDE" (E-IDE hard disk) flashes.
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5. Use the [F FWD] key to make "SCSI" flash and press the
[ENTER/YES] key.
The display shows the name of the SCSI device connected,
and "Sure?" flashes.
6. While holding down the [RECORD] key, press the [ENTER/
YES] key.
The unit starts formatting the backup disk.
When formatting is completed, "Completed!" appears on
the screen.
7. Press the [EXIT/NO] key (or the [STOP] key) repeatedly until
exiting the Setup mode.
A backup SCSI disk is formatted and ready to be used
for data saving/loading by the FDMS-3.
If you continue to format another disk, remove the
current disk and repeat the procedure above.
To remove a disk, press the [EJECT] key on the SCSI
device.
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