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Fostex UR-2 Owner's Manual

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STEREO RACK MEMORY RECORDER
POWER
PHONES
USB
PC
USB
HOST
(KYBD ONLY)
MIN
MAX
UR-2
PLAY
SHIFT
MODE
TIME
AUTO PLAY
EDIT
REPEAT
EJECT
FILE SEL
DISPLAY
READY
SD-1
SD-2
SD-1
SD-2
STEREO RACK MEMORY RECORDER
STRG SEL
Owner's Manual
MENU / ENTER
REC RDY
EXIT
FILE/CURSOR
MRGN RST
PREV
CUE
REC
STOP
PLAY
REW
UR-2
ABS 0
REC END
8289647000
(480799)
PHANTOM
CUE/LOCATE
MIC IN
NEXT
TIME EDIT
MIC SET
F FWD
MIN
MAX
MIN
MAX
INPUT LEVEL
MIC GAIN
MIC IN

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  • Page 1 8289647000 (480799) UR-2 Model STEREO RACK MEMORY RECORDER MENU / ENTER PLAY PHANTOM SHIFT MODE TIME REC RDY EXIT FILE/CURSOR CUE/LOCATE MIC IN POWER AUTO PLAY EDIT REPEAT MRGN RST PREV NEXT TIME EDIT MIC SET PHONES HOST EJECT STOP PLAY F FWD (KYBD ONLY)

  • Page 2: Model Ur

    Model UR-2 CAUTION: CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN ATTENTION: POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU' AU FOND.

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    Model UR-2 Important Safety Instructions Read these instructions. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. Keep these instructions. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, Heed all warnings. bracket, or table specified by the Follow all instructions. manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when Do not use this apparatus near water.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Model UR-2 Table of contents Safety Instructions ......................2 Introduction Precaution ..........................10 Precautions on installation ....................10 About storage devices ......................11 Formatting of a storage device ....................11 About version upgrade ......................11 Notes on moisture condensation ..................11 Overview Main features ..........................12 Names and functions Front panel ..........................13 Rear panel ..........................16 Screen details ..........................17...
  • Page 5 Model UR-2 Foot switch connection ......................22 Power connection ........................22 RS232C connection ......................22 Parallel remote connection ....................22 Turning on the power ......................23 Setting the internal clock .......................23 Adjusting the display ......................24 Adjusting the brightness of the display ..................24 Inversing the display ......................24 Enlarging the file name display ....................25 Inserting a storage device .....................26 Removing a storage device ....................27...
  • Page 6 Model UR-2 Adjusting the recording level ....................32 When recording a digital source ................33 When recording a microphone source ..............33 Checking the remaining time ....................33 Start recording ........................34 Setting a CUE point .........................35 Setting a CUE point on-the-fly during recording ..............35 Viewing CUE points .......................35 Editing a CUE point ........................36 Editing a CUE label ....................36...
  • Page 7 Model UR-2 Playback in MEMORY play mode ..................45 Playback in TIMER play mode ....................46 Creating the chain play list ....................46 Editing the chain play list .......................47 Editing a point using the time edit function ................47 Replacing a point with CUE time ...................48 Fine-adjusting using digital scrub ..................49 Inserting a file to the list ......................49 Deleting a file from the chain play list ..................50...
  • Page 8 Model UR-2 Controlling from an external device Setting REMOTE SET menu ....................61 Using [PARALLEL REMOTE] connector ................61 Using [FOOT SW] jack ......................62 Setting “Foot SW. Mode” ......................62 Using the [RS232C] port ......................63 Setting “RS232C Setup” menu .....................63 Command control list ......................64 File transfer between the unit and your computer Connecting a computer to the unit ..................65 Copying a file to a computer ....................66...
  • Page 9 Creating a file information file in CSV format .................87 Chain play list / Timer play list (examples) ................88 Main specifications Inputs/outputs .........................89 Recording/playback .......................89 General .............................90 Physical dimensions ......................90 Index ............................91 Declaration of EC Directive ....................92 For the US Customers Only (Fostex America Limited Warranty ) ........93...

  • Page 10: Precaution

    To replace the battery, for slip-proof if ask your dealer or the nearest FOSTEX ser- required. vice station. If the battery is not correctly replaced, there may be a risk of explosion, etc.

  • Page 11: About Storage Devices

    For an SD card, the maximum recording capac- station. ity is 32 GB, while the minimum recording ca- You can download the upgrade via the Fostex pacity is 128 MB. For a USB memory, the maxi- mum recording capacity is not limited.

  • Page 12: Overview

    Model UR-2 <Introduction / Overview> Overview Main features • You can make stereo or mono recording/ • In addition to the balanced (XLR) and playback of the WAV (BWF) file using an SD unbalanced (RCA) analog inputs/outputs, the card or USB memory. unit provides the digital input and output (XLR) ports.

  • Page 13: Names And Functions

    Model UR-2 <Names and functions> Names and functions Front panel When the slot protection panel is fitted MENU / ENTER PLAY PHANTOM SHIFT MODE TIME REC RDY EXIT FILE/CURSOR CUE/LOCATE MIC IN POWER AUTO PLAY EDIT REPEAT MRGN RST PREV NEXT TIME EDIT MIC SET...
  • Page 14 Model UR-2 <Names and functions> When SHIFTed: [MIC IN] connector Pressing this key enters the storage select mode Connects an external microphone. (see page 28). By turning on the [MIC IN] indicator by press- ing the [MIC IN] key, you can make recording using an external microphone as well as can mix [DISPLAY] / [ ] key playback signal of a file playback and an...
  • Page 15 Model UR-2 <Names and functions> FILE/CURSOR ] key, When SHIFTed: Pressing the key switches the repeat mode on ] keys PREV NEXT or off (see page 54). These keys have primary (unSHIFTed) and sec- When the repeat mode is on, the indicator lights. ondary (SHIFTed) functions.

  • Page 16: Rear Panel

    Model UR-2 <Names and functions> Rear panel MIDI DC-IN 1:GND 1:GND 2:HOT 2:NC PARALLEL RS-232C 3:COLD 3:NC 4:12-24V BALANCED [+4dBu] UNBALANCED [-10dBV] BALANCED [+4dBu] INPUT OUTPUT INPUT OUTPUT 12-24V ANALOG INPUT ANALOG OUTPUT DIGITAL FOOT SW REMOTE DC-IN [DIGITAL OUTPUT ] connector [ANALOG INPUT L/R ] connectors...

  • Page 17: Screen Details

    Model UR-2 <Names and functions> [REMOTE RS232C] connector [DC-IN] connector This RS232C connector is the D-sub 9 pin type This connector is the XLR-4-32 type and accepts and used for controlling the unit from a the DC power from 12 V to 24 V. computer, etc.

  • Page 18: Home Screen In Record Or Input Monitor Mode

    Model UR-2 <Names and functions> Home screen in record or input monitor mode File number/file name In the input monitor mode, "NEXT" is displayed in the file number field, while the file name of the next recording is displayed in the file name field.

  • Page 19: Screens In Menu Mode

    Model UR-2 <Names and functions> Screens in MENU mode • STORAGE UTILITY menu By highlighting "STORAGE UTILITY" in the When the unit enters the MENU mode by press- menu list and pressing the [ENTER] key, the ing the [ENTER] key while the unit is stopped, following screen is shown.

  • Page 20: Other Screens

    Model UR-2 <Names and functions> • REMOTE SET menu Other screens By highlighting "REMOTE SET" in the menu list and pressing the [ENTER] key, the follow- • EJECT READY screen ing screen is shown. In the REMOTE SET menu, Pressing the [EJECT READY] key while the unit you can make settings for controlling the unit is stopped brings up the following screen.

  • Page 21: Preparation

    Model UR-2 <Preparation> Preparation Connection to external devices (from the front panel) [PHONES] jack [USB (PC)] port MENU / ENTER PLAY PHANTOM SHIFT MODE TIME REC RDY EXIT FILE/CURSOR CUE/LOCATE MIC IN POWER AUTO PLAY EDIT REPEAT MRGN RST PREV NEXT TIME EDIT MIC SET...

  • Page 22: Connection To External Devices (From The Rear Panel)

    Model UR-2 <Preparation> Connection to external devices (from the rear panel) Analog device Analog device Digital device MIDI DC-IN 1:GND 1:GND 2:HOT 2:NC PARALLEL RS-232C 3:COLD 3:NC 4:12-24V BALANCED [+4dBu] UNBALANCED [-10dBV] BALANCED [+4dBu] INPUT OUTPUT INPUT OUTPUT 12-24V FOOT SW ANALOG INPUT ANALOG OUTPUT DIGITAL...

  • Page 23: Turning On The Power

    Model UR-2 <Preparation> Turning on the power Setting the internal clock The UR-2 has the internal clock, which is adjusted By pressing the [POWER] switch, you can power according to the local time when shipped. There- on the unit. fore, set the time to your local time before using If the unit starts up without any storage devices inserted, the display shows the following Home the unit.

  • Page 24: Adjusting The Display

    Press the [ENTER] key to enter the MENU mode. by an authorized person only. If the following message appears on the display, ask your local Fostex dealer or sale office for battery replacement. While "SYSTEM SETUP" is highlighted, press the [ENTER] key.

  • Page 25: Enlarging The File Name Display

    Model UR-2 <Preparation> The current setting (Off by default) flashes. Enlarging the file name display You can select Off or On. In Non-shift mode (when the SHIFT indicator is unlit), pressing the [DISPLAY] / [ ] key switches the display as follows. <While the unit is stopped>...

  • Page 26: Inserting A Storage Device

    Model UR-2 <Preparation> For example, when an unrecorded SD card is in- Inserting a storage device serted, the unit turns on the [SD-1] indicator in green and brings up the following screen after reading To insert a storage device, loosen the fixing screw the card information.

  • Page 27: Removing A Storage Device

    Model UR-2 <Preparation> While "SD1" is highlighted, press the [ENTER] Removing a storage device key. "NO" at the bottom of the screen is now The following shows the procedure of removing highlighted. a storage device on the [SD-1] slot when the power is on.

  • Page 28: Selecting A Storage Device

    Model UR-2 <Preparation> Selecting a storage device <Note>: When you switch the current storage device from SD1 to SD2, both SD1 and SD2 in- When more than one storage device is set, you dicators light in green. can select the desired device as the current stor- This means both cards are mounted to the unit age.

  • Page 29: Basic Knowledge About Folders And Files On A Storage Device

    Model UR-2 <Preparation> <Basic knowledge about folders and files on a storage device> The first time you make recording to a new storage device, the "BWFF" folder is automatically created on the root (the top level folder), and a BWF file is created in the "BWFF" folder. The unit BWFF SCENE_002.wav SCENE_nnn.wav...

  • Page 30: Recording

    Model UR-2 <Recording> Recording Recording system Setup before you start recording Before you record signals from the analog line The unit uses the FAT16 and FAT32 (FAT: File input, digital input or microphone input, set Allocation Table) file system and supports the most common BWF (Broadcast Wave File) file for- menu items in the "SYSTEM SETUP"...

  • Page 31: Sampling Frequency/Quantization Bit

    Model UR-2 <Recording> Sampling frequency/Quantization bit SYSTEM SETUP menu item You can set the sampling frequency and quantiza- tion bit of a recording file using the "Record FS/bit" Default file name menu item (see page 74). When you start recording, an audio file is newly By default, it is set to "44k/16"...

  • Page 32: Enabling/Disabling The [Mic In] Key

    Model UR-2 <Recording> Phantom power on/off MIC IN SETUP menu item The "Phantom" menu item allows you to switch on In the MIC IN SETUP menu, there are menu items or off the +48 V phantom power supply to the regarding settings of recording using an external [MIC IN] connector (see page 40).

  • Page 33: Basic Recording

    Model UR-2 <Recording> Adjusting the recording level Basic recording You can adjust the recording level while the unit is Each time you make recording, the UR-2 creates in the input monitor mode. To enter the input moni- a file to the current storage device (an SD card or tor mode, press the [REC RDY] key to turn on the USB memory).

  • Page 34: Checking The Remaining Time

    Model UR-2 <Recording> Checking the remaining time You can reset the margin level value <Memo>: by pressing the [EXIT]/[ ] key in the shift MRGN RST Before you start recording, it is recommended to mode. check the remaining recording time of the current storage.

  • Page 35: Setting A Cue Point

    Model UR-2 <Recording> Starting recording Setting a CUE point While the unit is in the input monitor mode, press You can set a CUE point at the desired position of the [REC] key to start recording. The [REC RDY] in- a file by using two methods described below.

  • Page 36: Editing A Cue Point

    Model UR-2 <Recording> • Editing CUE time data By selecting the desired CUE on the CUE <Memo>: LIST screen and pressing the [CUE/LOCATE] key, By using the [MENU] dial to highlight "<Position>" you can skip to the CUE point. and pressing the [ENTER] key, the frame digit of CUE point time data starts flashing and you can now edit it.

  • Page 37: Setting A New Cue Point Using The Cue List Screen

    Model UR-2 <Recording> Pressing the [ENTER] key again deletes the selected CUE point from the list. <Memo>: In the CUE number of the CUE LIST screen where the CUE point has been deleted, no CUE label is shown and the time data shows "--h- -m--s--f".

  • Page 38: Using An External Microphone

    Model UR-2 <Using an external microphone> Using an external microphone By connecting an external microphone to the [MIC IN] connector on the front panel, you can use the microphone for recording as well as during playback. [MIC IN] key MENU / ENTER PLAY PHANTOM SHIFT...

  • Page 39: Setting In The Mic In Setup Menu

    Model UR-2 <Using an external microphone> Use the [MENU] dial to select the desired Settings the MIC IN SETUP menu option and press the [ENTER] key to confirm your selection. Before using an external microphone, set the In the screen example, "Disable" is selected items in the "MIC IN SETUP"...

  • Page 40: Attenuating Playback Level

    Model UR-2 <Using an external microphone> Attenuating playback level Phantom power on/off Using the [Play ATT] menu item, you can set at- Using the "Phantom" menu item, you can switch on tenuation level of the audio file playback sound or off the phantom power supply to the [MIC IN] when you mix the microphone signal to the audio connector.

  • Page 41: Playback

    Model UR-2 <Playback> Playback Play mode The UR-2 has seven play modes. You can switch the play mode in the following order by pressing the [PLAY MODE] key. [PLAY MODE] key MENU / ENTER PLAY SHIFT MODE TIME REC RDY EXIT FILE/CURSOR AUTO PLAY...

  • Page 42: Selecting A Playback File

    Model UR-2 <Playback> Selecting a playback file Playback in SINGLE play mode • Using the [ ] and [ ] keys When you select the SINGLE play mode, " " lights on the display. (By default, the SINGLE play While the unit is stopped, pressing the [ ] or mode is selected.) ] key skips to the beginning of the previous...

  • Page 43: Playback In All Play Mode

    Model UR-2 <Playback> Playback in ALL play mode Playback in RELAY play mode When you select the RELAY play mode, " " When you select the ALL play mode, " " lights lights on the display. on the display. In the RELAY play mode, the unit continuously In the ALL play mode, the unit continuously plays plays back all files on the current storage device, back all files on the current storage device in re-...

  • Page 44: Playback In Chain Single Play Mode

    Model UR-2 <Playback> Playback in CHAIN SINGLE play mode Playback in CHAIN ALL play mode When you select the CHAIN ALL play mode, When you select the CHAIN SINGLE play mode, " " lights on the display, while the unit "...

  • Page 45: Playback In Memory Play Mode

    Model UR-2 <Playback> Playback in MEMORY play mode Playback in TIMER play mode When you select the MEMORY play mode, the unit When you select the TIMER play mode, the unit reads the play list information and shows the reads the play list information and shows the MEMORY PLAY MODE screen as below.

  • Page 46: Playback In Timer Play Mode

    Model UR-2 <Playback> While "001" is highlighted, press the [ENTER] Creating the chain play list key. You can now select a file you want to set to To execute the CHAIN SINGLE, CHAIN ALL or list number 001. MEMORY play, the chain play list must be cre- ated.

  • Page 47: Editing The Chain Play List

    Model UR-2 <Playback> Editing the chain play list When you set a file to the list, <Memo>: all audio data (from ABS 0 to REC END) is You can edit the chain play list. set as the playback area. However, you The following editing items are available.

  • Page 48: Replacing A Point With Cue Time

    Model UR-2 <Playback> Use the [MENU] dial to highlight LN (list Edit the start or stop time. Use the [MENU] dial to edit the value at the number) "002" and press the [ENTER] key. The start and end points of the "008" file set flashing point.

  • Page 49: Fine-Adjusting Using Digital Scrub

    Model UR-2 <Playback> <Scrub screen for the end time> <CUE list screen when selecting "[END]"> Use the [MENU] dial to scrub audio for Use the [MENU] dial to highlight the desired fine-adjusting the point. CUE and press the [ENTER] key. The unit plays back audio for 30 milliseconds The CUE time is set to the start (or stop) time.

  • Page 50: Deleting A File From The Chain Play List

    Model UR-2 <Playback> Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "<INS>" and Deleting a file from the chain play list press the [ENTER] key. You can delete a desired file from the current The display now shows the file list screen. chain play list.

  • Page 51: Creating The Timer Play List

    Model UR-2 <Playback> Set the playback start time and the days of the Creating the timer play list week. The following procedure shows the example To execute timer play, the timer play list must be for setting the timer play as follows. created.

  • Page 52: Editing The Timer Play List

    Model UR-2 <Playback> Editing the timer play list You can edit the timer play list. The following editing items are available. 1) Changing the file to be played back Up to 250 file can be set to the list. 2) Editing the time and the days of the week for To add a file to the list, highlight "002"...

  • Page 53: Editing The Time And Days Of The Week

    Model UR-2 <Playback> • Editing the time and days of the week • Editing the playback area of a file <Replacing with a CUE time> Use the [MENU] dial to highlight "[TIME&WEEK]" and press the [ENTER] key. To execute the following operation, <Note>: In the initial condition, you can edit the time.

  • Page 54: Cueing Function

    Model UR-2 <Playback> Cueing function Repeat function During playback, you can use the [ F FWD] or By setting the repeat function to "On", the unit REW] key to enter cueing mode, in which repeats playback in the current playback mode you can cue (fast wind while monitoring audio) until you press the [STOP] key.

  • Page 55: Digital Scrub Function

    Model UR-2 <Playback> Power on play function Digital scrub function While the unit is stopped, pressing the [PLAY] By setting the "Power On Play" menu item in the key while holding down the [STOP] key enters PLAY SETUP menu of the MENU mode to "On" the scrub mode, and the display changes to show before turning off the power, the unit automati- the screen as below.

  • Page 56: Play Setup Menu Details

    Model UR-2 <Playback> Play mode setting PLAY SETUP menu details You can set the play mode using the [PLAY The "PLAY SETUP" menu of the MENU mode has MODE] key as well as using the MENU mode. setting items regarding file playback. When you The play mode set using the [PLAY MODE] key select the "PLAY SETUP"...

  • Page 57: Repeat Function

    Model UR-2 <Playback> Repeat function Auto play function By setting the "Auto Play" menu item to "On", You can set the repeat function to on or off by pressing the [SHIFT] key to turn on the shift the unit automatically start playback after skipping to a desired file using the [ ] or mode followed by the [REPEAT] key.

  • Page 58: Power On Play Function

    Model UR-2 <Playback> Power on play function Mono mix function You can mix stereo playback audio to mono. The "Power On Play" function automatically starts playback after the unit is turned on. By highlighting "Mono Mix" in the PLAY SETUP menu and pressing the [ENTER] key, the cur- By highlighting "Power On Play"...

  • Page 59: Locate/Skip

    Model UR-2 <Locate/skip> Locate/skip Skipping among CUE points Skipping among files While the unit is stopped, pressing the [ ] or By pressing the [ ] key to turn on the [SHIFT] SHIFT ] key skips to the beginning of the previous indicator followed by the [ ] key or [ PREV...

  • Page 60: Locating The Beginning Of A File

    Model UR-2 <Locate/skip> Locating the beginning of a file Locating a position by specifying the time You can locate a position on the current file by While the unit is stopped, by holding down the specifying the time. [STOP] key and pressing the [REW] key, the unit locates the beginning (ABS 0) of the current file If you execute the operation below <Memo>:...

  • Page 61: Controlling From An External Device

    Model UR-2 <Controlling from an external device> Controlling from an external device You can control the unit from an external device via the [PARALLEL REMOTE] connector, [RS232C REMOTE] connector or [FOOT SW] jack. Foot switch or a device with fader start/stop facility [FOOT SW] jack MIDI...

  • Page 62: Using [Foot Sw] Jack

    Model UR-2 <Controlling from an external device> Using [PARALLEL REMOTE] connector Using [FOOT SW] jack By connecting a footswitch or an external device You can control the unit from an external con- which provides the fader start/stop terminals to troller using the [PARALLEL REMOTE] connector. the [FOOT SW] jack, you can control playback/ For controlling the unit remotely, set the "Re- stop of the unit remotely.

  • Page 63: Using The [Rs232C] Port

    Model UR-2 <Controlling from an external device> Setting "RS232C Setup" menu Using the [RS232C] port You can set the baud rate of the control signal By connecting the [RS232C] port of the unit to using the "RS232C Setup" menu item. the RS-232C port of your computer, you can con- In the following procedure, it is assumed that the trol the unit from the computer.

  • Page 64: Command Control List

    Model UR-2 <Controlling from an external device> Command configuration (data arrangement) Each command corresponds to a key function assigned to a front panel key and parallel remote pin. No multiple press, simultaneous press or SHIFT press is supported. Commands are sent directly. By enter- ing text from Tera Term, etc., according to the Command list shown later, you can simply control the unit.

  • Page 65: File Transfer Between The Unit And Your Computer

    Digidesign Pro Tools. This connection is also used when transferring an upgraded software downloaded from the Fostex website to the unit. When a USB memory is set to the [USB HOST] port, you <Note>:...

  • Page 66: Copying A File To A Computer

    You can also use this func- tion when upgrading the unit by downloading the software upgrade file from the Fostex website and copying it to an SD card. (See page 69 for details about upgrading the unit.)

  • Page 67: Using A Usb Keyboard

    Model UR-2 <Using a USB keyboard> Using a USB keyboard By connecting a USB keyboard or numeric keyboard to the [USB (KYBD ONLY)] port, you can edit a file name or volume label in the MENU mode as well as control the transport. <Note>: When you connect a USB keyboard, set the keyboard type appropriately using the "Keyboard type"...

  • Page 68: Control Keys On A Usb Keyboard

    Model UR-2 <Using a USB keyboard> • Control keys on a USB keyboard Ctrl + L Acts the same as the [CUE/LOCATE] key of the UR-2. The locate function is executed. • Shortcut keys on a USB keyboard Enters audio file selection mode. ALT + F Enters storage device selection mode.

  • Page 69: Upgrading The

    SD card or USB memory using either of the following two method, then execute the upgrade file (check the Fostex website about the latest software information of the UR-2). After finishing upgrade, the display briefly Connect the UR-2 to your computer <Method 1>:...

  • Page 70: Menu Mode

    Model UR-2 <MENU mode / SYSTEM SETUP menu> MENU mode About MENU mode In the MENU mode, there are various setting and execution menu items. By pressing the [ENTER] key while the unit is stopped the unit enters the MENU mode and the display shows the main menu screen.

  • Page 71: System Setup Menu Details

    Model UR-2 <MENU mode / SYSTEM SETUP menu> SYSTEM SETUP menu details The SYSTEM SETUP menu consists of 18 menu items. You can make settings for operation environment of the UR-2. The table below shows the setting options for each menu item as well as the default setting. For details about the "Display INV."...

  • Page 72: Basic Operation Of System Setup Menu

    Model UR-2 <MENU mode / SYSTEM SETUP menu> Basic operation of SYSTEM SETUP menu Though the operation slightly differs depending on the menu item, the basic operation is as follows. In the following procedure, it is assumed that a new or recorded storage device is set to the unit. While the unit is stopped, press the [ENTER] Example of selecting a menu item without ">"...

  • Page 73: Setting A File Name

    Model UR-2 <MENU mode / SYSTEM SETUP menu> • Setting the scene name and take number Setting a file name By using the [MENU] dial to highlight "Scene You can set the default file name which is given Name" and pressing the [ENTER] key, you can to an audio file created when recording.

  • Page 74: Selecting The Input Source

    Model UR-2 <MENU mode / SYSTEM SETUP menu> Selecting the input source Selecting the FS and bit You can select the sampling frequency and quan- You can select the input source to analog or digi- tization bit for recording. The setting is stored to tal.

  • Page 75: Selecting Stereo Or Mono Recording Mode

    Model UR-2 <MENU mode / SYSTEM SETUP menu> Selecting stereo or mono recording mode Setting the maximum file length You can select stereo or mono recording mode. You can select the maximum length (capacity) The setting is stored to the internal flash ROM. for recording.

  • Page 76: Setting The Peak Hold Time

    Model UR-2 <MENU mode / SYSTEM SETUP menu> Setting the peak hold time Setting the reference level You can set the peak hold time of the level meters You can set the analog reference level. between 0 and 9 seconds in one second steps. By By default, the reference level is set to the "-20 default, it is set to three seconds.

  • Page 77: Setting Cue Monitor Output Destination

    Model UR-2 <MENU mode / SYSTEM SETUP menu> Setting cue monitor output destination Setting the output digital signal format You can select the output destination of the play- You can select the format of the digital signal back audio while cueing. output from the [DIGITAL OUTPUT] connector.

  • Page 78: Setting The Usb Keyboard Type

    Model UR-2 <MENU mode / SYSTEM SETUP menu> Setting the USB keyboard type Saving system memory data When you connect a USB keyboard to the [USB You can save system memory data which con- (KYBD ONLY), select the USB keyboard type ("US" tains settings in the SYSTEM SETUP menu, PLAY or "JAPAN") correctly.

  • Page 79: Loading The System Memory Data

    Model UR-2 <MENU mode / SYSTEM SETUP menu> Loading the system memory data The following shows the contents of the data to be saved. You can load system memory data saved by us- ing the "SYS. user save" item in the SYSTEM SETUP •...

  • Page 80: Initializing The Setup Data

    Model UR-2 <MENU mode / SYSTEM SETUP menu> Initializing the setup data Initializing flash memory You can initialize flash memory data (including You can initialize the system memory in the SYS all system memory, chain play list and storage SETUP and PLAY SETUP menus to the factory de- device information) to the factory default condi- fault conditions.

  • Page 81: Checking The System Version

    You can check the system version. You can check the latest software ver- <Note>: sion of the unit via the Fostex website. If you find the software upgrade file on the website, download it and upgrade your unit. For the de- tails about how to upgrade the unit, see "Up-...

  • Page 82: Storage Utility Menu Details

    Model UR-2 <MENU mode / STORAGE UTILITY menu> STORAGE UTILITY menu details The STORAGE UTILITY menu consists of seven menu items including file name editing, file copy, file delete, etc. Description Menu item You can edit and save a name of the recorded file. The file name that you can edit is the one Edit file name included in the current storage device.

  • Page 83: Editing A File Name

    Model UR-2 <MENU mode / STORAGE UTILITY menu> Viewing the file information Editing a file name You can edit the file name of a file. You can view the file information of the current file. In the following procedure, it is assumed that the STORAGE UTILITY menu screen is shown.

  • Page 84: Copying Files

    Model UR-2 <MENU mode / STORAGE UTILITY menu> Copying files By highlighting "<All Select>" at <Memo>: the bottom of the file list, you can add You can copy any desired files on the current checkmarks to all the files. storage device (SD card or USB memory) to an- other storage device (SD card or USB memory).

  • Page 85: Deleting A File

    Model UR-2 <MENU mode / STORAGE UTILITY menu> Deleting a file If you attempt to select a copy des- <Note>: tination which does not have enough space You can delete a file on the current storage de- to accept the copy source files, the popup vice.

  • Page 86: Erasing All Data On The Storage Device

    Model UR-2 <MENU mode / STORAGE UTILITY menu> Changing the volume label Erasing all data on the storage device By using the [MENU] dial to select "Vol. La- You can erase all data on a storage device (an SD bel" and pressing the [ENTER] key, you can card or a USB memory) set to the unit.

  • Page 87: Editing The Volume Label

    Model UR-2 <MENU mode / STORAGE UTILITY menu> Editing the volume label Creating a file information file in CSV format You can create the CSV (comma separated value) You can edit the volume label of the current stor- file which includes the information of all files age device.

  • Page 88: Chain Play List / Timer Play List (Examples)

    Model UR-2 <MENU mode / STORAGE UTILITY menu> Chain play list / Timer play list (examples) A play list created using the “CHAIN PLAY SET” or “TIMER PLAY SET” menu of the MENU mode is saved in the CSV (Comma Separated Value) format. You can edit the play list by a computer using a spread- sheet software application or a text editor.

  • Page 89: Main Specifications

    Model UR-2 <Main specifications> Main specifications Format : IEC60958 (AES/EBU) or Inputs/outputs IEC60958 (S/P DIF), The format of an output signal is selected in the SYS * 0dBu = 0.775Vrms, 0dBV = 1Vrms SETUP menu of the MENU mode. PARALLEL REMOTE ANALOG INPUT (balanced) Connector : D-sub 25 pin (female)

  • Page 90: General

    Model UR-2 <Main specifications> LINE IN - PHONES (at 32 , 50mW) General : 20Hz~20kHz +/-3dB (Typical) Dimensions : 482 (W) x 44 (H) x 195 (D) mm LINE : 103dB (Typical) : 85dB (Typical) Weight : Approximately 2.3kg Dynamic range : 103dB (Typical) Power source : DC12 ~ 24V...

  • Page 91: Index

    Model UR-2 <Main specifications> <O> Index Overview ................12 <P> Parallel remote ...............62 <A> Peak hold ................76 AES/EBU ................77 Playback position display ............25 All play ..................43 Play back ................41 Auto play .................54, 57 Play mode ...............41, 56 Attenuating playback level .............40 Play list ..............46, 51, 88 <B>...

  • Page 92: Declaration Of Ec Directive

    In the electrical fast transient/burst requirements, surge, conducted disturbances by radio-frequency fields, power frequency magnetic field, radiate electromagnetic field requirements and static electricity discharging environment, this could be affected by generation of noise in some cases. FOSTEX DISTRIBUTORS LIST IN EUROPE * Including non-EU countries (as of March 2007) <AUSTRIA>...

  • Page 93: For The Us Customers Only (Fostex America Limited Warranty )

    (180) days. Fostex America will repair and / or replace parts during the term of this warranty. Labor costs are also covered by Fostex America for one (1) year from the date of original purchase. Except as specified below, this warranty covers all defects in material and workmanship in this product.
  • Page 94 Fostex America's liability for any defect product is expressly limited to repair or replacement of the product, at the sole discretion and / or option of Fostex America. Fostex America shall not under any circumstances be liable for: Damaged based on inconvenience, loss of use of the product, loss of time, interrupted operation or commercial loss, OR;...
  • Page 96 FOSTEX CO. 3-2-35 Musashino, Akishima-shi, Tokyo Japan 196-0021 © PRINTED IN JAPAN AUG 2008 8289 647 000 FX (480799)

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