Chapter 1: Introduction To Version 4 - Euphonix R-1 Operation Manual

Euphonix Version 4 Supplement to the R-1 Operation Manual

Chapter 1: Introduction to Version 4

The Euphonix R-1 Multitrack Recorder offers the traditional feel of a reel-to-reel with
all of the significant advantages of state-of-the-art digital technology: superior sound
quality, greater efficiency, and expandability. The R-1 makes no compromises: it is the
only digital multitrack designed solely for professional engineers and studios. It is a
world apart from the software recorders and off-the-shelf devices designed for hobbyists.
As the direct replacement for any type of multitrack machine or mag dubber, the R-1
supports all typical sample and bit rates. The converters are transparent, which is one
of the reasons the R-1 sounds better than the best two-inch tape and digital reel-to-reel
machines.
This Supplement to the R-1 Operation Manual discusses all changes and new features
offered by the R-1 Pilot hardware and software version 3 and 4. If a feature's descrip-
tion differs in the R-1 Operation Manual from this supplement, the supplement should
be considered correct.
The following is included in the upgrade:
• version 4 ghost-image CD: Can be used to update or restore the entire R-1 pilot op-
erating system and also upgrades the R-1 software to version 4.
• version 4 R-1 application software installer: Used to upgrade only the R-1 soft-
ware to the most current version at the time of purchase. The installer allows includ-
ing the newest software version without creating an entirely new ghost-image CD-
ROM.
• Upgraded and Refurbished Computer Pilot: The upgrade from 2.0 to 4.0 in-
cludes replacing your R-1 Pilot Computer with a completely refurbished model in-
cluding several new, higher-powered components. The local non-audio hard drive
and RAM are larger (256 MB), and the CPU is much faster (933 MHz). This up-
grade will improve the overall performance of your R-1, as well as maintain com-
patibility of the Pilot Computer with this and subsequent releases. Your old R-1
Pilot must be returned to Euphonix when your upgrade is installed. Euphonix techni-
cal support and field technicians will gladly help make this a smooth transition. All
required software is pre-installed on new Pilot PCs.
• New Remote buttons: There are six new key caps for the remote to access new fea-
tures.
• Version 4 manual supplement: This document you are reading describes all new
version 4 features.
• 48-track wiring diagram: Shows how to connect the components of a standard 48-
track R-1 system.
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