Fostex VF08 Owner's Manual

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Page 1 Owner’s Manual INPUT A INPUT B PHONES GUITAR GUITAR LINE LINE UNBAL TRIM UNBAL TRIM BOUNCE MODE CH ON/OFF CH ON/OFF PEAK PEAK TRACK STATUS GREEN PLAY TRACK STATUS / TRACK SEL Digital Multitracker ST OUT FOOT SW MIX PARAMETER TRACK EDIT SCENE...
Page 2: Safety Instructions
CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER - SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. "WARNING" "TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE."...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
• Safety Instructions ... 2 Basic Features of VF08 • Product Features ... 6 • Precautions ... 7 About power supply ... 7 Precautions upon handling the hard disk ... 7 Note on repair ... 7 About copyright ... 7 About damage ...
Page 4 Recording onto the master recorder ... 72 Effect library details ... 72 • Digital Recording ... 74 Recording an external source onto the VF08 digitally 74 Selecting a program to be recorded ... 74 Selecting the digital input ... 74 Selecting a track to record ...
Page 5 Setting the external recorder ... 84 Loading data ... 84 • Saving /Loading Data using SCSI ... 86 Connecting to an external device ... 86 Formatting a backup disk ... 86 Saving data to a SCSI disk ... 87 Loading from a single SCSI disk ... 89 Loading from more than one disk ...
Page 6: Basic Features Of Vf08
Basic Features of VF08 Basic Features of VF08 The VF08 Digital Multitracker incorporates a digital mixer with an 8-track (plus 16-additional track) digital recorder. The digital mixer section features a high-performance DSP multi-effect processor employing the A.S.P. (Fostex Advanced Signal Processing) technology originally developed by Fostex. The digital recorder section allows you to record and playback uncompressed linear 16-bit/44.1 kHz digital audio.
Page 7: Precautions
Specifications section of this owner’s manual. Do not use an AC outlet of any other voltage. • Do not connect the VF08 to the same AC outlet to which devices that could generate noise (such as a large motor...
Page 8: Before Operating
Basic Features of VF08 This section describes the basics that you should know before you start operating the VF08. All users, including those who are familiar with using tape-based Multitracker and those who are new to Multitracker, should read this section thoroughly to understand the functions of the VF08.
Page 9: Additional Track
These files (audio files and silent files) are called "events". With the VF08, you can create up to 512 events per track. You cannot make any further recording when 512 events are created. In the normal use, 512 events are enough.
Page 10: Trim
ABS 0 is the reference position for managing all the location and related to other time bases. Bar/Beat/Clk shows the musical position generated from the internal tempo map of the VF08 (including time signature and tempo). The example below shows the current recorder posi- tion is at beat 1 of bar -2.
Page 11: Names And Functions
Names and Functions INPUT A PHONES INPUT B GUITAR GUITAR LINE LINE UNBAL TRIM UNBAL TRIM CH ON/OFF CH ON/OFF PEAK PEAK TRACK STATUS GREEN PLAY TRACK STATUS / TRACK SEL POWER Top panel ST OUT FOOT SW MIX PARAMETER TRACK EDIT SCENE...
Page 12: Top Panel (Analog Input/Output Section)
Names and functions Top panel (Analog input/output section) INPUT A INPUT B GUITAR GUITAR LINE UNBAL TRIM UNBAL CH ON/OFF CH ON/OFF PEAK TRACK STATUS TRACK STATUS / TRACK SEL 1. [INPUT A/UNBAL] (Unbalanced) connector * Connects to the unbalanced output of an external sound source.
Page 13: Top Panel (Mixer Section)
* Connector type: phone jack 10. [FOOT SW] (Foot switch) connector * Connects to an optional foot switch (Model 8051) for punch in/out operation. * Connector type: phone jack 11. [PEAK] indicators * Each indicator lights up when the corresponding input signal reaches the clipping level.
Page 14: Top Panel (Recorder/Display Section)
Names and functions 17. [MIX PARAMETER-SCENE / FADER] key * When storing, recalling or deleting a scene memory, press this key. * To view track fader positions, press this key while de pressing the [SHIFT] key. 18. [MIX PARAMETER-EFFECT / ON/OFF] key * When selecting the internal DSP effects, adjusting the effect send levels, selecting pre or post of the effect send, or setting effect parameters, press this key.
Page 15 * Lights up while the internal hard disk drive or external backup SCSI device is writing or reading data. <Caution> Do not turn off the VF08 power while this indicator lights. Data recorded in the disk may be erased. 30. [PHANTOM] indicator * Lights up when the phantom power is supplied.
Page 16 Names and functions Pressing this key again switches the monitor back to Repro monitor. * Pressing this key while holding down the [STOP] key locates the last recording position. 42. [WAVE FORM SCRUB] key * Pressing this key enters the scrub mode. In the scrub mode, you can scrub audio forward or backward digitally.
Page 17: Rear Panel
(S/P DIF) digital input of an external digital device. If the external device only provides the optical digital input, use the Fostex COP-1 coaxial/optical converter. * Connector: RCA pin jack 56. Slot for the optional card * You can install the Model 8340 optional SCSI card in this slot.
Page 18: About The Hard Disk Storage Device
About the hard disk storage device The VF08 is complete with a 3.5-inch E-IDE hard disk (storage device) which is formatted in the Master 8 mode. Therefore, there is no need to newly assemble a hard disk or to format the hard disk.
Page 19: Replacing A Hard Disk
<Precautions Upon Replacement> * Always turn OFF the power of the VF08 and unplug the power plug from the electric outlet when replacing the hard disk.
Page 20 About the hard disk storage device Unscrew the four screws from the bottom of the main unit that are fixing the panel. Turn over the panel that the hard disk is fixed according to the instructions shown in the figure below. Note that hard disk cables will be connected.
Page 21: Formatting The New Hard Disk
Formatting the Hard disk Carefully follow the instructions below to newly format the hard disk properly. Turn ON the VF08 after plugging the power cable in the electric outlet. The VF08 will startup. “Unformat!” will appear on the LCD. The menu will automatically go to the SETUP mode.
Page 22: Basic Recording And Playback
Connections of external equipment You can connect various sound sources and external devices to the input and output connectors of the VF08 as shown in the example below. When making connection, make sure that the [MASTER] fader is set to the lowest (“...
Page 23: Lcd
This section describes major contents on the LCD display and their operations. Display when turning on the power When turning on the power of the VF08 on which a formatted hard disk is installed, the unit starts up and “Initial..” and “version number” appears on the LCD display, followed by “Current Dr”, “IDE”, “hard disk name...
Page 24: Preliminary Knowledge
<Notes for using the phantom power> • Be sure to keep the following notes. * When connecting a condenser microphone to the balanced input connector of the VF08, check whether or not the microphone needs the phantom power (+48 V). S/P DIF / DATA * Switch the [PHANTOM] switch to ON after connecting a microphone.
Page 25: Basic Recording (Recording Onto A Single Track)
Basic recording (recording onto a single track) At first, let’s record a single sound source onto a single track to know the basic recording procedure of the VF08. There are 8 recording tracks (Tracks 1 through 8) and you can record onto any desired track(s).
Page 26: Recording
Press the [PLAY] key while holding down the [RECORD] key to start recording. The [TRACK STATUS/TRACK SEL] key of Track 1 and the [RECORD] key light on, showing the VF08 is now record- ing. The VF08 uses the direct recording method. In this...
Page 27: Basic Recording (Recording Onto Two Track)
Basic recording (recording onto two tracks) After recording onto track 1 as described in the previous section, let’s make recording of a stereo sound source onto tracks 3 and 4. Stereo source INPUT A INPUT B GUITAR LINE UNBAL TRIM UNBAL CH ON/OFF CH ON/OFF...
Page 28: Recording
The [TRACK STATUS/TRACK SEL] keys of Tracks 3 and 4, as well as the [RECORD] key light on, showing the VF08 is now recording. You can see the meter for Track 1 also moving. By rais- ing the Track 1 fader, you can make overdubbing onto tracks 3 and 4 while listening to playback of track 1.
Page 29: Mark Function
Mark function The VF08 has the Mark function which allows you to set marks at the desired positions in a song. You can locate a mark position immediately, as well as use mark positions for the punch in and out points, beginning and end points for repeat and editing points for track editing such as copy, move, erase, etc.
Page 30: Abs Locate
Basic Recording/Playback ABS locate functions There are four types of the ABS locate functions as below. • Pressing the [REWIND] key while holding down the [STOP] key locates the beginning of the current program (ABS 00), regardless of the time base setting. •...
Page 31: Auto Punch In/Out Function
Auto punch in/out function You must set the punch in and out points before per- forming auto punch in/out recording. You can set the points either during playback and while stopped. In the following description, we assume that the “ABS” time base is selected. •...
Page 32 Basic Recording/Playback • Taking a mark point in the punch in or punch out point You can take a mark point in the punch in or out point. <Note> The following operation is possible only when any marks are stored using the Mark function described earlier. Press the [AUTO PUNCH/EDIT] key while holding down the [SHIFT] key.
Page 33: Mixing
Mixing After recording all tracks (1 through 8), you can tailor the sound of each track. The following describes about settings for level, pan, EQ and effects. Adjusting levels Adjust the playback level of each track using the cor- responding fader (1 through 6 and 7/8). The levels of tracks 7 and 8 are simultaneously con- trolled by a single fader (7/8).
Page 34: Setting Effects
2 and 3 above repeatedly. Effect type setting <Effect type setting> The VF08 provides 38 effect types in the effect library. You can select any one of the types depending on the usage. See “Mixer functions” for details about the effect li- brary.
Page 35: Mixdown
After tailoring sound of all the tracks, let’s make a master tape (disc) using your master recorder (cassette, DAT, MD, etc.). As the VF08 can feed the stereo outputs (L and R) via the S/PDIF (coaxial) digital output jack, you can make the master tape (disc) in digital domain if your recorder provides a digital input jack.
Page 36: Mixer Functions
Initial condition when turning on the power When turning on the power, the VF08 starts up while showing the unit information on the LCD display and then gets ready when the screen below appears. This screen is called "Normal Screen", in which the program number and current recorder position are shown.
Page 37: Mix Parameter Edit
To adjust the pan position for another track, repeat steps 2 and 3 above. After completing pan setting, press the [EXIT/NO] key. The VF08 exits the mix parameter edit mode and the LCD display returns to the Normal screen. Mixer Functions...
Page 38: Editing Eq
Mixer Functions The VF08 is equipped with 2-band (HI and LO) EQ for Tracks 1 through 6. 36 preset entries are available in the EQ library. <Note> You can apply EQ only to Tracks 1 through 6. You cannot apply EQ to Tracks 7/8.
Page 39: Preset Entries In The Eq Library
Preset entries in the EQ library L00: 2-SHLV Gain Flat setting Freq. The first time you bring up the EQ screen, this entry is selected. L01: LightKick Gain Creates a light and jaunty kick Freq. sound L02: TightKick Gain Creates a tight and hard kick sound. Freq.
Page 40 Mixer Functions L20: Clean_EG Gain Adds a bright character to a trans- Freq. parent and clean electric guitar sound. L21: CrunCh_EG Gain Makes a moderately distorted Freq. crunch electric guitar sound distinc- tive. L22: OverDrvEG Gain Makes a mellow overdriven electric Freq.
Page 41: Editing Effects
To understand various effect functions, we recommend to operate the unit while hearing how the actual effect sound changes. The DSP multi-effect processor built in the VF08 uses the Fostex A.S.P. (Advanced Signal Processing) technology and provides the high-performance ambience effect that is comparable to professional reverb units.
Page 42: Setting Effects Send Level
Mixer Functions <Hint> In effect editing, pressing the [EFFECT] key switches the setting screen shown on the LCD display in the following order. “Effect send level setting screen” -> “Effect type/ parameter setting screen” -> “Effect send pre/post set- ting screen” On each screen, you can edit parameters.
Page 43: Selecting Pre/Post Of The Effect Send
/down] key to select a parameter to be edited, and then use the [JOG] dial to select a value. After completing the settings, press the [EXIT/NO] key. The VF08 exits the edit mode and the LCD display re- turns to the Normal screen. Selecting Pre/Post of the effect send You can select the send signals from Tracks 1 through 6 pre- or post- fader.
Page 44: About The Effect Types
Mixer Functions About the effect types A variety of effect types are preset for effect unit. By selecting a suitable effect type, you can process the sound as you wish. You can also edit the parameters of the selected effect type to create your own effect sounds. Name Parameter type L01 Norm HALL...
Page 45: Effect Parameter Details
Effect parameter details The parameters that can be adjusted will depend on the parameter type. Reverb effect parameters (parameter type: REVERB) For effect types 1--24 of the preceding "Effect type" table, the following four parameters can be adjusted. 1. Eff Level Adjust the effect return level: 0~99 2.
Page 46 Mixer Functions Chorus effect parameters (parameter type: CHORUS) For effect type 35 of the preceding "Effect type" table, the following four parameters can be adjusted. 1. Eff Level Adjust the effect return level: 0~99 2. Depth Adjust the chorus depth. Range: 0--99 3.
Page 47: Scene Memory
The VF08 provides 100 Scene memories (S00 to S99) for each program. You can store a set of desired parameter settings to each memory. Items to be stored include all parameters set by mix parameter editing functions, as well as all track fader levels. In addition to 100 Scene memories, the VF08 also provides 10 Temporary memories (T00 to T09) that can be used with all programs in common.
Page 48: Deleting A Scene
Mixer Functions Use the [JOG] dial to select the desired scene number to be recalled. Press the [SETUP/F1] key while holding down the [SHIFT] key. The selected scene is recalled and the display changes to the Normal display. Deleting a scene You can delete an unnecessary Scene or Temporary memory by using the following procedure.
Page 49: Scene Sequence
Using the scene sequence function, you can recall desired scene memories at the desired mark positions during playback. For example, you can recall scene memory 02 at "Bar 17/Beat 1" and scene memory 04 at "Bar 25/Beat 1", etc. To execute the scene sequence function, you must first assign scene (or temporary) memories to marks in the mark map.
Page 50: Deleting A Mark From The Mark Map
While the VF08 is stopped, press the [SCENE SEQ] key. The [SCENE SEQ] key lights in green, showing that the scene sequence function is active (ON).
Page 51: Recorder Functions
• As long as holding down the [SHIFT] key, shuttle cueing continues even if you release the [JOG/SHUTTLE] dial. The VF08 is "cueing" in the forward direction at 64x the normal speed. The VF08 is "cueing" in the backward direction at 64x the normal speed.
Page 52: Digital Scrubbing
Performing digital scrubbing While stopped, press the [WAVE FORM SCRUB] key. The VF08 enters the scrub mode, and the display shows the screen below. Press the [TRACK STATUS/TRACK SEL] key for the track you are going to scrub.
Page 53: Variable Pitch
You can alter the playback or recording speed of the recorder within +/- 6.0 % range in 0.1 % increments/dec- rements by using the vari pitch function. With the vari pitch function, the pitch changes according to the speed. INPUT A GUITAR LINE UNBAL...
Page 54: Loop Function
Using the loop function, you can repeat the desired part between the Start and End points. By using the loop function together with the punch in/out or training mode, you can concentrate on playing without the need for operating the VF08. <Loop Function>...
Page 55: Setting The Start And End Points By Marks
To edit the Start point, press the [ENTER/YES] key while "Start Point" value is highlighted. The "seconds" value blinks, showing that it can be ed- ited. The "seconds" value blinks. Use the [CURSOR </>] keys to move the blinking value, and use the [JOG] dial to edit the value.
Page 56: Program
Recorder Functions The VF08 can have up to 99 programs (P01 through P99) and usually each program manages one song. You can make recording against each program or playback materials recorded on each program. This section describe program-related operations. Creating a new program When formatting a hard disk, a program (P01) is au- tomatically created.
Page 57: Selecting A Program
Selecting a program When more than one program exists on the disk, you have to select the desired program before starting operations for recording, playback or editing. Select the desired program by following the procedure below while the recorder is stopped and the display shows the Normal screen.
Page 58: Track Editing
[JOG] dial (or [CURSOR up/ down] keys) to select a character for the blinking point. Because the VF08 uses a 3.5-inch E-IDE hard disk as the recording media, you can make non-linear and non- destructive audio editing by track effectively.
Page 59: Performing Copy (Or Move) Paste
Performing Copy (or Move) & Paste Set the Start and End points for the copy (or move) operation and To point for the paste operation. Using the digital scrub function, set the Start, End and To points. See "Storing the digital scrub point" for details about how to set the points.
Page 60: Undo/Redo Of Copy (Or Move) Paste
3. Letting the recorder run in playback (or recording) mode and pass through the auto punch-in point while the auto punch mode is active 4. Turning off the power of the VF08 5. Performing any of the program operations (select, rename or delete).
Page 61: Erasing Track Data
Erasing track data You can erase a desired part of track data. You can select a track or tracks (of which you are going to erase data) from among each individual track, each pair of tracks, 1-6 and 1-8. ABS 0 Erase START Point END Point...
Page 62: Undo/Redo Of Erase
3.Letting the recorder run in playback (or recording) mode and pass through the auto punch-in point while the auto punch mode is active 4.Turning off the power of the VF08 5.Performing any of the program operations (select, rename or delete).
Page 63: Track Exchange
Track Exchange The track exchange function allows you to exchange tracks (regardless of whether they are real or addi- tional tracks) on the program in single track unit, 2- track unit or 8-track unit. By using this function, you can exchange tracks not only among real tracks but also between real and additional tracks, allowing to use tracks effectively.
Page 64: Editing Marks
Recorder Functions This section describes how to edit marks, assuming that more than one mark is already stored in realtime accord- ing to the operations described in "Chapter 2 Basic Recording and Playback". Viewing the mark list You can view the marks stored. While the recorder is stopped, press the [SCENE SEQ./ MAP] key while holding down the [SHIFT] key.
Page 65: Enter A Mark Title
Enter a mark title You can enter or edit a title for each mark. While the recorder is stopped, press the [SCENE SEQ./ MAP] key while holding down the [SHIFT] key. The Mark map screen appears. Use the [JOG] dial or [CURSOR up/down] keys to high- light the desired mark, and then press the [TIME BASE SEL/F2] key.
Page 66: Deleting A Mark
Recorder Functions Deleting a mark You can delete an unnecessary mark. While the recorder is stopped, press the [SCENE SEQ./ MAP] key while holding down the [SHIFT] key. The Mark map screen appears. Use the [JOG] dial or [CURSOR up/down] keys to high- light the mark you want to delete, and then press the [UNDO/REDO/F3] key while holding down the [SHIFT] key.
Page 67: Advanced Operation
It also can output the metronome sound (click) according to the tempo map, allowing you to record materials at the specific tempo without the need of an external metronome or rhythm machine. The metronome sound can be output from Track 6 of the VF08 when you set "Click?" in the Setup menu to "On." <Note>...
Page 68: Track Bounce (Ping-Pong Recording)
When the number of empty tracks is short in the recording process, you can solve the problem by transferring audio on the multiple already-recorded tracks to a different track or tracks. This operation is called "Track bounce" or "Ping-pong recording". With the VF08, you can do this operation sim- ply by using the [BOUNCE MODE] key.
Page 69: Training Mode
Training mode The VF08 provides the training mode which allows you to practice your instrument while playing back only Tracks 7/8. In the training mode, you can slow down the playback speed or altering the pitch, making it easy to play along with your favorite musicians or transcribing ad-lib phrases.
Page 70: Slowing Down The Playback Speed
Playing along with the playback sound Set the [MASTER] fader to the "0" position. Press the [PLAY] key to starts playback of the VF08 and raise the Track 7/8 fader gradually. You can see the level is going up via the stereo output level meters (L and R) on the screen.
Page 71: Mastering Mode
In the following description, we assume that the stereo mix signals are recorded on Tracks 7/ Analog master recorder Selecting a program to be played back If there are more than one program in the VF08, se- lect the desired program to be played back. See "Selecting a program" for the operation.
Page 72: Setting The Mastering Effects
You have to adjust the recording level now. When the recording signal is digitally transferred from the VF08 to the recorder, because a digital recorder usu- ally does not provide the function for controlling the digital input level, you must adjust the recording level by controlling the stereo output level of the VF08 us- ing the [MASTER] fader.
Page 73 L2: Light Mix Gain Freq. (fixed) Q (fixed) EQ Lo 400Hz 1kHz EQ Mid EQ Hi +4.0 8kHz Ambience 0 (Rev Level) Rev Time=1.0s / Pre Dly=0ms : fixed Comp THSHD 3 : 1 Comp Ratio Comp Gain Atack Time = 10ms : fixed L3: Live Mix Gain Freq.
Page 74: Digital Recording
Digital recording You can digitally record an external digital source to the VF08, or stereo output signals of the VF08 to an external digital recorder. This section describes how to make digital recording between the VF08 and an external digital device.
Page 75: Midi Clock Sync System
MIDI clock and song position pointer according to the setting, a hardware type MIDI sequencer can be synchronized as a MIDI clock slave. Consequently, in this system, the VF08 will be the master and the MIDI sequencer the slave.
Page 76: Setup Of The Vf08
(absolute time) and output it as MTC in any desired frame rate. It can also carry out the proper operation upon receiving an MMC from outside. In this case, because the VF08 can setup a DEVICE ID number by the SETUP mode “MIDI Device ID Setting”...
Page 77: Connecting To External Equipment
When a correct MIDI command (MMC or FEX) is received, “MIDI” in the display will be lit for about 40msec. There is no setting in the VF08 to receive MMC but it will operate if a correct MIDI signal is input.
Page 78: External Midi Equipment Sync System By The Slave Mode
External MIDI equipment sync system by the slave mode Up to this point, synchronization with external MIDI equipment has been explained with the VF08 as the master and MIDI equipment as the slave but depending on the slave mode setting, the MIDI equipment can be set as the master and the VF08 as the slave.
Page 79: Executing Of Recording
<One Point Advice> Sync signal “Vari” of the “Slave mode setting” menu: When the VF08 is made to chase lock by MTC only, variable pitch will be constantly applied by external MTC. If a digital signal is output to an external digital...
Page 80: Save/Load Of Song Data
When loading song data from the external device to the VF08 via the S/PDIF digital signal, data is transferred with two-track data blocks, as with the same way as saving data from the VF08 to the external device. (See also <Notes>...
Page 81: Items That Can Be Saved Or Loaded As Song Data
DIGITAL IN and DIGITAL OUT settings, bar/beat resolution on/off and device ID <Notes for digital audio recorders to be used> The VF08 song data only can be saved to or loaded from digital recorders that can handle 16 bit, 44.1 kHz linear digital data with S/PDIF format (such as DAT recorders).
Page 82: Saving Data Using The S/Pdif Digital Signal
Saving data using the S/PDIF digital signal You can save data using the S/PDIF digital signal via the [S/P DIF DATA OUTPUT] (coaxial) jack. *Use an external digital recorder that supports 44.1 kHz sampling frequency (the same as the VF08). Connecting to an external digital recorder...
Page 83 "Wait time" starts counting down. For the first several seconds, the VF08 transmits the pilot signal that will be a reference for locating the tape position during the load operation, and the actual data saving starts from the position at which "Wait...
Page 84: Loading Data Using The S/Pdif Digital Signal
Loading data using the S/PDIF signal You can load data using the S/PDIF digital signal via the [S/P DIF DATA INPUT] (coaxial) jack. *Use an external recorder that supports 44.1 kHz sampling frequency (the same as the VF08). Connecting to an external recorder Connect the [S/P DIF DATA INPUT] jack to the digital output jack of the external digital recorder.
Page 85 "Sure?" blinks. <Note> In the above step, if the VF08 does not lock to the digital signal from the external digital recorder, the following warning message appears on the display, showing that the VF08 does not receive a correct S/ PDIF digital signal.
Page 86: Saving/Loading Data Using Scsi
WEV file on a SCSI disk formatted by the DOS format (for computer use). Since song data written in a WAV file can be read by a computer, as well as can be loaded to the VF08, you can use the data with a music software.
Page 87: Saving Data To A Scsi Disk
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. 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.
Page 88 [ENTER/YES] key. The disk will be ejected and "Insert Disk" will blink on the display. The screen above shows that the VF08 is saving the song data of program 01 to B01 on the backup disk. The remaining data size shown on the screen counts down while the data save goes on.
Page 89: Loading From A Single Scsi Disk
See the following notes for such a case. • If you are going to save to an unformatted disk: The VF08 recognizes that the disk is "unformatted" after executing steps 1 through 4 described above, and the following screen appears.
Page 90: Loading From More Than One Disk
"Eject" and press the [ENTER/YES] key. <Note> If Disk-2 (the second disk when saving) is inserted in mistake, the VF08 automatically recognized that the wrong disk is set. The display shows "Wrong Disk", followed by "Illegal No!", and the disk is automatically ejected.
Page 91 Insert Disk-2 (the second disk) to the SCSI device according to the display message. In a while after inserting the disk, the VF08 automatically starts loading data from Disk-2. The screen looks similar to the one when loading Disk-1.
Page 92: Save/Load A Wav File
WAV file format (RIFF WAVE file format) using a DOS-formatted disk. As you can handle song data of the VF08 with a WAV file, it is possible to directly import/export data from/to a personal computer, to playback/edit a data file with various software applications, and to import a data file edited by a computer to the VF08.
Page 93: Saving A Wav File
Saving a WAV file You can save a WAV file. Make sure that the DOS-formatted disk with FAT16 is set. The following procedure assumes that the newly formatted "clean" disk is used for backup. Press the [SETUP] key to enter the setup mode. The display shows the screen for selecting the Setup menu.
Page 94 Save/Load of Song data After selecting the track(s), press the [ENTER/YES] key. The display shows the screen for selecting a WAV file on the disk. If no file is recorded on the disk, "New File" blinks. You can select "Eject" by rotating the [JOG] dial. To remove the disk, select "Eject"...
Page 95 During the save operation over more than one backup disk, the VF08 always calculates the available space of the disk automatically. If the VF08 knows that the available space gets smaller than the data size of the next track, it will change the disk when the data save of the current track is completed.
Page 96: Loading A Wav File
[JOG] dial. You can also select "Eject" to remove the backup disk. <Note> The VF08 cannot recognize any other file names but "******##.WAV" and cannot load such disks. A WAV file with an unique name (the first 6 characters) is recognized as an independent backup file and can be selected.
Page 97: Special Loading Method When Using A Computer
Press the [EXIT/NO] key (or the [STOP] key) repeatedly until exiting the setup mode. To go back to the previous step or abort the operation, you can also use the [EXIT/NO] key or the [STOP] key. << Special loading method when using a computer >> <...
Page 98: Setup Mode
The SETUP mode of the VF08 offers the “Changing the initial settings” menus, which configure the operating environment of the VF08, a “Check” menu that enables you to check the number of events for each track, and an “Execution” menu that executes certain operations, such as save and load and disk formatting. The “Changing the initial settings”...
Page 99: To Enter The Setup Mode
For example, you can specify 4/4 for the first and second measures, and 2/2 from the third measure.” Setting a time signature and tempo will create a Tempo Map, which allows the VF08 to manage a song using the BAR/BEAT/CLK Time Base. You can also use the Metronome function.
Page 100: Correcting The Registered Time Signature
SETUP mode The following bar numbers and time signatures can be entered via the [JOG] dial. You can enter are from 001 to 999. Time 1/4, 2/4, 3/4, 4/4, 5/4, 1/8, 3/8, 5/8, 6/8, 7/8, 8/8 Signature or DEL “DEL” is used to deleted time signature data. Next, to register other bar and time signature, repeat steps 2 through 5.
Page 101: Setting A Tempo
For example, you can specify a tempo of 150 to the third beat of the 12th measure. Time signature and tempo settings make a Tempo Map, which is used by the VF08 to manage the song using the BAR/BEAT/CLK time base, and enable the metronome function.
Page 102: Correction Of The Registered Tempo
Setting the Metronome function [“Click”] “Setting the Metronome function” menu allows you to determine whether or not the VF08 outputs a metronome sound from track 6 during playback or recording. Turning the Metronome function on enables you to record your performance while playing the instrument accompanying the metronome sound.
Page 103: Setting Midi Sync Output Signal
The “Setting an MTC frame rate” menu enables you to set the frame rate for MTC output from the MIDI OUT connector of the VF08 to an external MIDI device. If you have already set the type of MIDI sync output signal to [MTC], you need to set the frame rate.
Page 104: Setting An Mtc Offset Value
The “Setting an MTC offset value” menu enables you to specify an offset time value - the difference between the time of MTC output from the VF08 and the ABS 00m 00s 00f 00sf time. You need to specify this value if you have selected [MTC] for the “Setting MIDI sync output signal”...
Page 105: Setting The Slave Mode
This mode allows you to choose the VF08 slave mode setting either On or Off. If you set the slave mode to “On”, the VF08 will synchronize to the incoming MTC (MIDI Time Code) from master unit. It will also synchronize to a type of external sync signal which you have chosen with the section “Slave Type setting.”...
Page 106: Setting The Record Protect Function
SETUP mode. <Note> When recording is disabled (“On”) and you try to record, paste, or erase data, the VF08 displays “Protected!” for a second, indicating that you cannot perform the operation. To perform the operation you need to enable recording (“Off”).
Page 107: Setting Digital Input
The initial setting is “Off.” When you turn this mode “On”, the CLK (clock) digits will be always round off to “00” and be stored in the memory key while the VF08 is using the BAR/BEAT/CLK time base. That is, beat-resolution is used. Using this function allows you to automatically store a beat-resolution value of the IN/OUT points, START/END points and END point in real-time.
Page 108: Setting The Midi Device Number
The transmit device ID links to this setting. You can set the device ID from 00 to 99. However, if the device ID number of the message the VF08 receives is [7F], the VF08 will recognizes it to perform the corresponding operation, regardless of its device ID setting.
Page 109: The Drive Format Information
* Editing a title If power to the VF08 is switched again, the drive will automatically switch to current drive (E-IDE). In order to take out the removable disk when set to backup drive, press the [EXIT/NO] key while holding down the [SHIFT] key.
Page 110: Fader Fix Mode Setting
* The settings can be saved and loaded as part of the song data. * The settings are maintained after you turn off the power to the VF08. Select “Fader Fix” in the menu selection display and press the [ENTER/YES] key.
Page 111: Midi Implementation Chart
(Digital Multitracker) Model VF08 Function... Basic Default Channel Changed Default Mode Message Altered Note Number: True Voice Velocity Note ON Note OFF After Key’s Touch Channel’s Pitch Bend Control Change Program Change True # System Exclusive : Quarter Frame : Song Position...
Page 112: Mmc Command List
Refer to MMC Response/Information Field List READ/WRITE/MOVE/ADD/SUBTRACT READ/WRITE READ READ/WRITE/MOVE/ADD/SUBTRACT READ/WRITE/MOVE/ADD/SUBTRACT READ/WRITE/MOVE/ADD/SUBTRACT READ/WRITE/MOVE/ADD/SUBTRACT READ/WRITE/MOVE/ADD/SUBTRACT READ/WRITE/MOVE/ADD/SUBTRACT READ/WRITE/MOVE/ADD/SUBTRACT READ/WRITE/MOVE/ADD/SUBTRACT READ READ/WRITE READ READ/WRITE/MASKED WRITE READ/WRITE Inquiry Message List :Fostex ID :Device family code :Device family number VF08 :Software version Movement (Recorder) Command...
Page 113: Maintenance
Cleaning the exterior * For normal cleaning, use a soft dry cloth. For stubborn dirt, moisten a cloth in diluted detergent, wring it out firmly, and wipe the dirt off. Then polish with a dry cloth. Never use solvents such as alcohol, thinner or benzene, since these will damage the printing and finish of the exterior.
Page 114: Block Diagram
Specifications General Connector Weight Power Supply Power Consumption Accessories * Fostex Disk Management System-3 ** Fostex Data In Out-1 Specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice for product improvement. PHANTOM (+48V) PEAK INPUT A TRIM PHANTOM (+48V) BOUNCE...
Page 115: Installing The Model 8340 Scsi Card
Installing the Model 8340 SCSI card Follow the procedure below to install the Model 8340 SCSI card in the VF08. <Notes> • Before installing the Model 8340 SCSI card in the VF08, turn off the VF08 power and disconnect the power cord.
Page 116: Declaration Of Ec Directive
FOSTEX DISTRIBUTORS LIST IN EUROPE * Including non-EU countries. * underlined: contracted distributors (as of August, 2000) <AUSTRIA>...
Page 117 Memo...
Page 118 FOSTEX CORPORATION 3-2-35, Musashino, Akishima-shi, Tokyo, Japan 196-0021 FOSTEX CORPORATION OF AMERICA 15431, Blackburn Ave., Norwalk, CA 90650, U. S. A. © PRINTED IN CHINA SEPT. 2000 8588 002 000 FX 340292...

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