How To Use This Manual; Conventions - Alesis ADAT-LX20 Reference Manual

Introduction
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Though we recommend you read through the entire manual once, those having
general knowledge about multitrack recorders should use the table of contents and
index to reference specific functions while using the LX20. Here's how the manual is
organized:
Chapter 1: Setting Up and Making Connections. This covers installation issues as
well as how to connect up the LX20 to other gear in a system.
Chapter 2: LX20 Essentials. This section provides a brief tour of LX20 highlights,
dsecribes some of the buttons and controls, and discusses how to choose the right
tape.
Chapter 3: Power-Up and Tape Formatting. Time to turn on the power and format a
tape before recording.
Chapter 4: Recording and Playback Basics. Here's the lowdown on shuttling tape,
recording, and playing back.
Chapter 5: Autolocation and Loop Functions. The LX20 can find specific points on
tape, as well as loop continuously between two points.
Chapter 6: Punching and Automated Recording. This chapter describes how to
replace sections of previously-recorded tracks.
Chapter 7: Pitch Control. If you're ever had to retune a piano to a track, you'll
appreciate the LX20's ability to tune a track to piano instead.
Chapter 8: About Digital Audio In/Out. All ADAT-compatible devices include a
fiber optic interface that can carry 8 channels of audio simultaneously. This
chapter tells how to get the most out of this advanced interface.
Chapter 9: Using the LRC Remote. The LX20 comes with a remote control unit that
duplicates many front panel functions.
Chapter 10: Multiple LX20/ADAT Operation. ADAT-compatible devices can work
together synergistically to create a sophisticated recording system, as detailed in
this chapter.
Chapter 11: Applications. There's a lot more to the LX20 than meets the eye, such
as "snapshot" automation, combined master/mixdown deck, virtual MIDI tracks for
instrument parts and signal processor control, and more.
Appendices. Features an explanation of digital audio recording concepts, trouble-
shooting, maintenance and service information, specifications, a Glossary and an
Index.

Conventions

All front panel buttons and rear panel connectors are referred to in this manual just
as their names appear on the LX20, using all capital letters (Examples: PLAY
button, AUTO INPUT button, etc.).
When something important appears in the manual, an icon (like the one on the left)
appears in the left margin. This symbol indicates that this information is vital
when operating the LX20.
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