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Introduction
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The TSR-8
is an exceptionally reliable and versatile
high-performance
8-track,
8-channel
tape
recorder/
reproducer that uses 1/2-inch wide tape on 10-1/2-inch
reels and operates at tape speed of 15. ips (38 cm/s).
The
TSR-8
features
8-bit
microcomputer
control
for error-free tape operation. Each channel has its own
4-bit microcomputer to contro! record in/out circuitry,
allowing gapless punch in and out. The transport is the
"full
servo''
type:
the capstan
motor
is FG servoed,
and
each
DC
brushless
reel
motor
is under
control
of the 8-bit microcomputer.
The tension
arms have
non-contacting detectors that constantly send the micro-
computer
information
on tape tension; the microcom-
puter then adjusts the torque of each reel motor. The
result is smooth operation, gentle tape handling, and the
capability in edit mode of moving both reels manually
with one hand,
The
TSR-8
has
three
different
external
control
interfaces.
It has a parallel input port, for connection
to
SMPTE/EBU
based
synchronizers
(such
as_ the
TASCAM
ES-50/51);
and
RS-232C
serial
synchro-
nizers
with
serial
control
(such
as the
TASCAM
MIDiiZER);
and a remote control port for the RC-408
remote
control
unit. The TSR-8
automatically
senses
when it is under external synchronizer control, switching
the
servo
system
between
the external source
or its
internal reference, Track 8 is fitted with a Syne Lock
feature
that
assures
high-quality
time
code
or
FSK
signals (such as those generated by the TASCAM
MTS-
30
MIDI
Tape
Synchronizer)
can
be
recorded
and
played
back
without
interruption
and
without
dbx
processing.
The digital fluorescent tape counter is tach driven,
displaying
in 'minutes
and
seconds
the distance
the
tape has moved from a Zero reference point.
The
Rehearsal
and
Auto
In-Out
features
allow
automated
control of punch-in and out times without
external
computer
control.
When
used' as
the
first
- stage of the Automated
punch-in/out operation, the Re-
hearsal feature programs the TSR-8 to repeat a punch-
in/out
sequence
as many
times
as you
wish
before
actually
executing
it on
tape.
The distance
between
the erase and record heads is automatically compensated,
for gapless 'inserts'.
In addition to a conventional return-to-zero function,
the TSR-8
is equpped
with a two-point auto locator,
which also provides a repeat playback over the desired
segment of the tape.
Other features include various EDIT and spot erase
features; AUTO INPUT which facilitates communication
between
studio
and
control
room
through
the
tape
returns, and more.
This manual
has been designed to help you
as you
learn
how to use those
features.
Please read
it thor-
oughly and keep it handy
as you
learn the machine.
Taking the time to use this manual
now will save you
time later on.
TABLE
OF CONTENTS
Introduction
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Features and Controls
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How the dbx Works
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Care and Maintenance
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Optional Equipment
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(As for the contents of the Maintenance section, which
provides service
instructions for use
by qualified per-
sonnel, see the first page of that section.)
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