Detailed instructions for use are in the User's Guide.
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DVD LOCATION RECORDER
Model
PD-6
Operation Manual
VISIBLE OR INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM.
· Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. · The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.
CAUTION
About DVD-RAM disks used with the PD-6
With the PD-6, only use DVD-RAM disks which is confirmed by Fostex. Operation confirmed disk model: MAXELL DRMS-V28R (8-centimeter DVD-RAM disk, double sided) *as of March 2003.
Fostex does not guarantee the operation of the PD-6 when using a disk which is not recommended by Fostex.
About disk formatting
Before starting recording, be sure to format the disk in either of the following ways.a
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For a brand-new disk:
Carry out the initial format (see page 24 in the operation manual).
For a used disk:
Carry out the physical format (see page 115 in the operation manual).
******** Caution when formatting a DVD-RAM disk ********
Even when trying to format a used 8 cm DVD-RAM disk on which many alternative sectors exist by the "Normal mode", PD-6 forces to "Physical Format" a disk. Because of this, only the "On" setting of "Physical Format" in the formatting procedures can be selected. Although it takes time to Physical Format a disk, please do so according to the instruction on the LCD display. Refer to page 115 ~ 117 of PD-6 operation manual for physical formatting a disk.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION:
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
ATTENTION:
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.
POUR EVITER LES CHOCS ELECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU' AU FOND.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
"WARNING"
"TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE."
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read Instructions - All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated. 2. Retain Instructions - The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4. Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should be followed. 5. Water and Moisture - The appliance should not be used near water - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and the like. 6. Carts and Stands - The appliance should be used only with a cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer.
10. Power Sources - The appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the operating instructions or as marked on the appliance. 11. Grounding or Polarization - The precautions that should be taken so that the grounding or polarization means of an appliance is not defeated. 12. Power Cord Protection - Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance. 13. Cleaning - The appliance should be cleaned only as recommended by the manufacturer. 14. Nonuse Periods - The power cord of the appliance should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time. 15. Object and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through openings. 16. Damage Requiring Service - The appliance should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:
A. B. C. D. The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance; or The appliance has been exposed to rain; or The appliance does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a marked change in performance; or E. The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn. 7. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The appliance should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer. 8. Ventilation - The appliance should be situated so that its location or position dose not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example, the appliance should not be situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings; or, placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation openings. 9. Heat - The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
17. Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the operating instructions. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel. 18. The appliance should be situated away from drops of water or spray of water. 19. Objects containing liquid such as vase must not be put on the appliance. 20. The appliance is not completely isolated from the power supply even if the power switch is at off position.
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Table of contents
Precautions .............................................................................................................................8
Precautions on safety ............................................................................................8 Precautions on installation ...................................................................................9
About this manual ............................................................................................................. ...10
Manual organization ...........................................................................................10 Rules of manual description ..............................................................................12
Chapter 1: Introduction .......................................................................................................13
Introduction .........................................................................................................14 Main features / functions ...................................................................................14 What is in the box ................................................................................................16 PD-6 options and related Fostex products .......................................................16
Chapter 2: Before using the PD-6 ......................................................................................17
About power supply ............................................................................................18
About battery .........................................................................................................18 Charging the battery ..................................................................................18 Installing the battery ..................................................................................18 Removing the battery .................................................................................19 Saving the battery power ...........................................................................19 About AC adaptor .................................................................................................20 Connecting the AC adaptor .......................................................................20 Turning on the power ...........................................................................................21 About power supply voltage ................................................................................21 About Realtime clock ......................................................................................................22 About DVD-RAM disk ......................................................................................................22 Inserting / removing a disk .................................................................................23 About recording modes .......................................................................................26
Chapter 3: Names and functions .......................................................................................27
Left side panel (Inputs / outputs) .....................................................................28 Right side panel (Inputs / outputs) ..................................................................30 Front panel (part 1) .............................................................................................32 Front panel (part 2) .............................................................................................34 Front panel (part 3) .............................................................................................37 Top panel (part 1) ...............................................................................................38 Top panel (part 2) ...............................................................................................41 LCD display ...........................................................................................................43
Initial screen (Normal screen) .............................................................................43 Other screens .........................................................................................................44
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Chapter 4: Basic connections ............................................................................................47
Input connection .............................................................................................48
Analog audio input connection .....................................................................48 Digital audio input connection ......................................................................49 Time code input connection ..........................................................................49 Sync signal connection ....................................................................................49 Monitor signal input connection ...................................................................50
Output connection ..........................................................................................50
Analog audio output connection ...................................................................51 Digital audio output connection ....................................................................51 Time code output connection ........................................................................51 Word clock output connection ......................................................................51 Monitor output connection ............................................................................51
Connection examples .....................................................................................52
Connection example for recording (1) .........................................................52 Connection example for recording (2) .........................................................53
Other connection examples ..........................................................................54
Example of PC connection ...............................................................................54 Example of USB keyboard connection ..........................................................54 Power supply for external devices .................................................................55
Chapter 5: Recording / playback ........................................................................................57
Recording analog audio .................................................................................58
Selecting an input source ................................................................................59 Adjusting the input gain .................................................................................59 Filter setting ......................................................................................................60 Limiter setting ...................................................................................................60 Selecting the sampling frequency .................................................................61 Selecting recording tracks ..............................................................................62 Selecting a recording source ..........................................................................63 Adjusting the recording level .........................................................................63 Monitoring recording signals .........................................................................64 Making recording .............................................................................................65 Recording with the PRE REC mode active ...........................................66 Recording a slate tone/slate mic signal ..............................................67 About overloading .................................................................................67 File names of created audio files .........................................................68
Recording digital audio ..................................................................................69
Selecting digital input channels .....................................................................69 Selecting the sampling frequency .................................................................69 Selecting the system master clock .................................................................69
Recording time code .......................................................................................70
Selecting the TC frame rate .............................................................................70 Selecting the TC generate mode .....................................................................71 Setting the time code output ..........................................................................71
Jam function ....................................................................................................72
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Creating cue points .........................................................................................73
Creating a cue point automatically at the recording start point ...............73 Creating a cue point on-the-fly ......................................................................73 Viewing the cue point list ................................................................................74 Editing a cue point ...........................................................................................74 Creating a new cue point using the cue list screen ......................................75
Playback ...........................................................................................................76
Normal audio playback ...................................................................................76 Time code playback .........................................................................................77 Cueing playback ...............................................................................................77
Skip/locate functions .....................................................................................78
Skipping by file .................................................................................................78 Skipping by cue point ......................................................................................78 Locating to the beginning (ABS 0) of a file ....................................................78 Locating to the end (REC END) of a file .........................................................78 Locating to the previous locate point ............................................................78 Locating to the desired time ...........................................................................79 Locating to the desired cue point ..................................................................79
Chapter 6:TC Setup mode ..................................................................................................81
How to select the TC Setup menu .................................................................82 Editing the LTC start time ..............................................................................82 Time code output while paused ...................................................................83 User bit setting of playback time code .........................................................84 Editing the internal time code generator setting .......................................85 User bit setting of internal generator time code ........................................86 Jam mode setting ............................................................................................86
Chapter 7: Setup mode ........................................................................................................87
Setup menu details .........................................................................................88 How to select a Setup menu ...........................................................................89 How to make Setup menu setting .................................................................90
Adjusting the real-time clock (Adjust RTC) .................................................90 Setting the digital out format (Digital out) ...................................................91 Digital input channel setting (Digital in) ......................................................91 Skip mode setting (Skip mode) ......................................................................92 Diagnoses on/off setting (Diagnoses) ...........................................................92 Reference level setting (Reference level) ......................................................93 Peak hold time setting (Peak hold) ................................................................93 Slate tone recording time and mode setting (Tone rec mode) ..................94 Auto cue mode on/off setting (Auto cue) .....................................................95 Pause cancel time setting (Pause time) .........................................................95 Error tone output setting (Error tone) ..........................................................96 Battery warning setting (BATT warning) ......................................................97 Speaker mute on/off setting (Speaker mute) ..............................................97 Limiter parameter setting (Limiter parameter) ..........................................98 Default file name setting (Default file name) ...............................................99
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Default track name setting (Default track name) .....................................100 Next event number setting (Next event No.) .............................................100 USB keyboard type setting (Keyboard) ......................................................101 Pre-record time setting (Pre rec time) ........................................................101 Setup data saving (Save user setup) ...........................................................102 Setup data loading (Load user setup) .........................................................102 ROM version checking (Version) .................................................................103
Chapter 8: Utility mode ......................................................................................................105
Utility menu details ......................................................................................106 How to select a Utility menu ........................................................................107 Editing a file name [Edit file name] ............................................................108 Editing a file information editing [File info.] ............................................109
Checking file information ...........................................................................109 Checking a description information ..........................................................109 Editing a description information ..............................................................111 Adding a description information .............................................................111 Deleting a description information ...........................................................111
Deleting an unnecessary audio file [Delete file] ......................................112 Restoring a deleted audio file [Restore Del. file] ......................................113 Optimizing the current disk [Optimize disk] ...........................................114 Formatting the current disk [Format] .......................................................115 Editing the reel number (volume label) [Reel No.] ..................................118 Selecting the record protection "On" or "Off" [Rec protect] .................119 Selecting the resume function "On" or "Off" [Resume] ..........................120 Setting IEEE1394 connection [IEEE1394] .................................................121
Chapter 9: EDL SEL mode ................................................................................................123
Creating a new ALE file .................................................................................124 Adding audio files to an ALE file .................................................................127 Viewing and editing audio file entries .......................................................129
Viewing audio file entries .............................................................................129 Adding an audio file entry to an existing ALE file .....................................130 Deleting an audio file entry ..........................................................................130
Editing an ALE file .........................................................................................131
Editing an ALE file name ...............................................................................131 Remaking an ALE file .....................................................................................132 Deleting an ALE file ........................................................................................133
Chapter 10: Exporting files using IEEE1394 ..................................................................135
Connection between the PD-6 and a PC ....................................................137 How to disconnect the PD-6 ........................................................................137 Example of copying data to an external hard disk ..................................138 Example of exporting data to a computer application ...........................138
Chapter 11: Specifications ...............................................................................................141
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Precautions
Precautions on safety
· Avoid excessive heat and humidity. Do not expose the PD-6 to extremes of humidity. Do not place the unit in direct sunlight, close to heating units, or in areas subject to high temperatures. Also avoid areas subject to extremely low temperatures. The PD-6's ambient operating temperature is between 0º and 45ºC. · Avoid excessive dust and vibration. Locations which are subject to excessive dust accumulation or vibration which could cause mechanical damage. · Avoid physical shocks. Strong physical shocks can cause damage. Handle the unit with care. · Avoid damaging the power cord. Make certain that the PD-6's power cord is not located in a position where it is likely to be walked on or pinched by other equipment placed near the cord. · Do not open the case or attempt repairs or modification yourself. The PD-6 contains no user-serviceable parts. For other than routine cleaning, refer all maintenance to qualified FOSTEX service personnel. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not open the case. Opening the case and/or tampering with the internal circuitry will void the warranty. · While the unit is accessing the disk, such as during recording, never turn off the power. Make sure that the disk completely stops rotation when you turn off the power. Otherwise, recorded data may be lost, as well as a DVD-RAM disk may be damaged. Note that Fostex assume no responsibility on data loss or whatsoever due to use of the unit. · FOSTEX is not responsible for any "direct damage" or "indirect damage" caused by using the PD-6. · When supplying the power to the unit from the AC power socket, only use the Fostex Model AD-15C AC adaptor (note that the AD-15C is an option). If you use any other AC adaptor, the unit may not work correctly and there is a serious risk of damage to the unit. · Make sure that the voltage of your AC power socket matches the voltage requirements printed on the AC adaptor. · When running the unit with a battery, use the IDX NP-L50, IDX NP23, Sony NP-1 or equivalent. "We recommend to use a fully charged battery." · Always remove/replace a battery or plug/unplug the AC adaptor with the unit [POWER] switch set to "OFF". Otherwise, the data may be damaged because the unit always transfers data between the disk and memory.
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· Do not let water or other liquid, or metal objects such as pins, accidentally enter the inside of the unit because this may lead to electric shock or damage. Should water enter the inside of the unit, turn off the power, unplug the power cord from the AC adaptor and remove the battery, and consult your dealer or the nearest FOSTEX service station. · Do not drop the unit or give it a strong shock. The internal circuits, display, panels may be damaged. Although the unit is designed to be used outside, handle the unit with great care because it is a precision machine. · When using the supplied carrying belt, to prevent the unit from dropping accidentally, make sure that it is attatched to the unit correctly. · Do not give a strong shock to the LCD display. The liquid used inside the LCD display is toxic. If the liquid is spilled, do not suck it in. If it is stained to your hand or skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. · Clean with a soft dry cloth. Never use solvents such as benzine or thinner to clean the PD-6. Wipe it clean with a soft dry cloth. If further cleaning is required, a lightly moistened cloth with a mild detergent may be used.
Equipment name, electrical ratings, serial number and other information for the PD-6, are written on bottom side.
MODEL PD-6 DVD LOCATION RECORDER
FOSTEX CO. INPUT: 12VDC
SERIAL NO.
MADE IN JAPAN
Precautions on installation
· Do not install the unit in the following conditions
- in a extremely hot or cold place - in a moist place - in a dusty place - in a strong magnetic field or near a device which generates a magnetic field - in the direct sunshine
· Notes on waterproof
The panels of the unit are designed to prevent waterdrops from entering inside, however, the unit is not perfectly waterproofed. So do not use the unit in an extremely moist place or in a circumstance where the unit catches the rain or spray directly.
· Notes on moisture condensation
When you bring the unit from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense on the drive, display, panels, etc. In such a case, leave the unit for a while until it warms up and evaporates any moisture.
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About this manual
The following is a guide to the manual for our Fostex PD-6 DVD Location Recorder. This manual is divided ins. Each chapter covers instructions for a specific subject or feature of the PD-6. You should know this information fore using the recorder, as well as the safety instructions, precautions, etc. Please retain this manual at hand so that you can refer to it whenever necessary.
Manual organization
The following gives a brief description of each chapter:
Chapter 1: Introduction
This chapter gives a brief introduction to the PD-6, and also describes the main features of the recorder.
Chapter 2: Before using the PD-6
Chapter 2 describes the power supply as well as details about formatting a DVD-RAM disk. You should definitely read this chapter first before using the PD-6.
Chapter 3: Names of Functions
Refer to this chapter for the names and functions of the keys and controls on the front and top panels, as well as for the connectors on the left and right side panels. If you are familiar with digital equipment, you are probably familiar with much of this information concerning the PD-6.
Chapter 4: Basic connection
This chapter describes basic connections between the PD-6 and external devices. It includes details about how to connect analog audio signals, digital audio signals, an external time code and external synchronization signals. Refer to this chapter for information on how to connect the PD-6 and a personal computer via IEEE 1394, and how to make a USB keyboard connection.
Chapter 5: Recording/playback
Chapter 5 describes audio and time code recording/playback using the PD6. Here you will find the information necessary to make switch settings and adjustments for audio and time code recording/playback, as well as about force jamming.
Chapter 6: TC Setup mode
This chapter describes the TC Setup mode, which provides preferences and settings related to time code recording/playback, such as settings for the TC start time and TC user bits.
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Chapter 7: Setup mode
This chapter details the Setup mode. By using the Setup mode menus, you can set preferences, etc. for the PD-6. The following menus are available in the Setup mode:
Setup mode menus may change when the PD-6 software is periodically updated.
Real Time Clock menu Digital Out menu Digital In menu Skip mode menu Diagnoses menu Reference level menu Peak hold time menu Tone rec mode menu Auto cue menu Pause time menu Error tone menu BATT warning menu Speaker mute menu Limiter parameter menu Default File name menu Check or edit the internal realtime clock. Select the digital output signal format between AES/EBU and SPDIF. For switching the input channel sources between digital and analog. You can select the function of the [SKIP/CURSOR] key. Use this menu to select whether or not to log errors during recording to the diagnosis file. Select the PD-6 reference input level. You can set the peak hold time of the level meters. For setting recording duration and mode of the slate tone. You can select whether automatically recording a cue point or not at the record start position. You can set the pause cancel time. Select error tone on or off. For setting the threshold of the battery power voltage for generating the error tone. You can select whether muting the monitor speaker or not except during recording. Set the limiter parameters here. You can select the name form of an audio file, when it is created between date information base and scene/take number information base. Use this menu to specify the default track name of audio files. You can set the event number of audio files. Use this menu to select the USB keyboard type to be connected between US and JAPAN. You can set the pre-record time of audio pooled in the buffer. Sets up data to the user box. Go here to load the setup data from the user box. This menu is for checking the PD-5 software version.
Default track name menu Next event menu USB keyboard menu Pre rec time menu User setup save menu User setup load menu Version menu
Chapter 8: Utility mode
This chapter describes the Utility mode, in which you can make settings related to the DVD-RAM disks to be used with the PD-6, as well as to format a disk. The following menus are available in the Utility mode.
The Utility mode menu may change as the PD-6 software is updated.
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Edit File Name menu File Info. menu Delete File menu Restore Del File menu Optimize Disk menu Format menu Reel No. menu Rec Protect menu Resume menu IEEE1394 menu
You can edit audio file names. Use this menu to check the audio file information, as well as edit the description information. For deleting an audio file. You can restore the deleted file. This menu is for optimizing the current disk. Format information is located here. You can edit the reel No. (volume label). This menu selects record-protection enabled or disabled. You can select resume-function enabled or disabled. Select whether IEEE1394 connection is enabled or disabled.
Chapter 9: EDL SEL mode
This chapter describes how to create an ALE file from a recorded audio file for use in an AVID system, as well as how to edit an ALE file information.
Chapter 10: Exporting files using IEEE1394
Chapter 10 describes how to transfer audio files between the PD-6 and a personal computer using IEEE1394.
Chapter 11: Main specifications
This chapter describes PD-6 specifications for mechanical and electronic characters, etc.
Notes on descriptions used in this manual
1. The following abbreviations are sometimes used: Time code External time code Internal time code generator Sampling frequency 2. -> -> -> -> TC EXT TC INT TC GEN Fs
The names of keys and other connectors and controls of the PD-6 expressed in this manual match the panels described. On-screen messages and switch position names are in quotes (" "). The on-screen messages and items, as well as the indicators on the panel, "light" or "flash". "Notes" give tips or advice on proper use of the PD-6. "Caution" notices give advice regarding any possible hazards to the equipment or user. Please read these extra carefully.
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PD-6 DVD Location Recorder (Chapter 1: Introduction)
Chapter 1: Introduction
This chapter describes the introduction and main features/functions of the PD-6.
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Introduction
The model PD-6 is a portable 6-track DVD location recorder using an 8centimeter DVD-RAM disk as a recording medium. To get the best performance in the circumstance of location recording, the PD-6 is equipped with a six-channel mixer in a light-weighted and small body, and you can make reliable long-time recording with an internal battery (equivalent to the NP-1 type). The PD-6 also offers video/word sync capability, allowing the perfect synchronization to video/picture equipment such as a video camera. In addition, it is equipped with a connector, conformed to IEEE1394, for direct connection to a personal computer, allowing transferring recorded audio file data to a personal computer for editing. The versatile functions of the PD-6 make it the best location audio recorder for broadcasts and post productions.
Main features/functions
· Equipped with an ATAPI 8-centimeter DVD-RAM drive. This drive is designed vibrationproof, and ensures high-speed access and reliability, which only the optical disk system can afford. The DVD-RAM disk format is conformed to "UDF Rev1.5", which ensures great compatibility with personal computers. The recording file format is conformed to the BWF interleave 1 file specification. When a file is imported to a DAW such as the Pro Tools from the PD-6, it is separated to mono files. Various recording track modes are available. You can select a desired t rack mode from among 2, 4, 5 and 6, as well as 2+4 and 1+5 track modes. Supports 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz and 96 kHz sampling frequencies with 24 bit quantization. At 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz sampling frequency, you can also select 16 bit quantization. Supports video and word synchronization, allowing the PD-6 synchronized with external devices (such as video cameras). The PD-6 automatically recognizes a video or word signal. "Pre Record" function, a useful feature for location recording, allows to store maximum 10-second recent audio data into the buffer. You can start recording from the current audio data in the buffer. The buffer time can be set between 1 and 10 seconds. A six-channel analog mixer is built in. You can make direct track recording or mix recording. For example, you can record signals of channels 1 through 4 to tracks 1 through 4 respectively, while record stereo mix (rough mix) signals to tracks 5 and 6.
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Each mixer channel provides a pan pot, a phantom power supply (P48/ T12), a frequency-sweepable filter and a limiter. In addition, each of channels 2, 4 and 6 provides a phase switch. A 128 x 64 dot-matrix backlit LCD display for showing various information is used, which helped to design the PD-6 compact and lower power consumption. You can select the display mode by a single key operation. The level meter section can be enlarged. A connector conformed to IEEE1394 is provided for connecting directly to a personal computer. It allows transferring audio file data recorded by the PD-6 between the PD-6 and a personal computer. A USB port is provided for connecting directly to a USB keyboard. You can make setting and editing from a keyboard instead of the PD-6 panel keys. (Note that you cannot make all setting and editing from a keyboard.) The Cue function allows to store markers (cue points) during recording. Cue points are used for the locate or skip function. (To use cue points for the skip function, you have to set the "Skip mode" menu in the Setup mode to "CUE".) The circle take function allows to put "@" to desired recorded audio files. Using this function, you can make an "OK take" list easily. The reference input level can be selected between -18 dB and -20 dB. (The selection is made in the Setup mode. The default setting is -20 dB.) Built in accurate TC generator (in +/- 1 ppm accuracy) for recording IEC time code. The time code can be started by jamming to an external time code or from the desired time of the internal clock. The jam function switches the reference from an external time code to the internal time code generator. The error tone can be generated for warning when disk writing error occurs, clipping occurs at the input amplifier stage, the power voltage is out of the allowable range, or the remaining space of the disk is few. (You have to make setting of the "Error tone" menu in the Setup mode appropriately.)
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What is in the box
Make sure that the box contains the following. If any of them are missing, please contact your dealer.
PD-6 Carrying belt 8-centimeter DVD-RAM disk (2.8 GB) Operation manual (this manual)
1 1 1 1
No internal battery nor AC adaptor is supplied with the PD-6. Use an NP-1 type or equivalent for the internal battery. Use the Fostex optional AD-15C for the AC adaptor.
PD-6 options and related Fostex products
The following PD-6 options and related products are available. Ask your local Fostex dealer or sale office for details about them such as prices, specifications, etc.
Options
· External power supply unit (AC adaptor): AD-15C · Soft case for the PD-6: ZP-6 · AATON
Related products
· · · · · DVD digital master recorder: DV40 DAT portable digital recorder: PD-4 DAT digital master recorder: D-15 Personal powered monitor: 6301B/BX Stereo headphones: T20RP/T-5/T40RP
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Chapter 2: Before using the PD-6
This chapter describes notes for the power supply and DVD-RAM disks, which you should know before using the PD-6.
About power supply .........................................................................................................18
About battery .........................................................................................................18
Charging the battery ...............................................................................................18 Installing the battery ...............................................................................................18 Removing the battery .............................................................................................19 Saving the battery power .......................................................................................19
About AC adaptor ..................................................................................................20
Connecting the AC adaptor ....................................................................................20
Turning on the power ...........................................................................................21 About power supply voltage ................................................................................21 About Realtime Clock ...................................................................................................................22 About DVD-RAM disk ...................................................................................................................22
Inserting/removing a disk ................................................................................................23 Initial format of a disk .......................................................................................................24 About recording modes ....................................................................................................26
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About power supply
The PD-6 is powered either by a battery which allows the unit to be used outside, or by the AC adaptor (Fostex Model AD-15C, optional).
Make sure that the PD-6 power switch is set to "OFF" when changing a battery or when disconnect the AC adaptor from the unit. The unit continuously accesses data when the power is on, therefore, the memory contents may be reset by the sudden power interruption.
About battery
No battery is supplied with the PD-6. We recommend to use the IDX NP-L50, IDX NP23, Sony NP-1 or equivalent for the battery of the PD-6. Typically 2-hour recording is possible using the fully charged IDX NP-L50 (note that the recordable time may vary depending on temperature or other condition).
When charging a battery, charge to its full potential.
· Charging the battery
Normally, a battery is not charged when shipped, therefore, you must charge it before using. Refer to the instruction of the battery you purchased for details about how to charge it.
The PD-6 does not provide the battery charging function.
· Installing the battery
Insert a battery into the battery compartment firmly from the open end on the left side panel, with the battery terminals inside, until the battery is locked.
To run the unit on the installed battery, set the [POWER SEL] switch on the right side panel to "INT". Also set the "warning voltage of the battery" menu in the Setup mode properly after turning on the power (see page 97 for details).
Battery (NP-1 type)
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· Removing the battery
To remove the battery, set the [POWER] switch to "OFF" and slide the [EJECT] lever beside the battery compartment to the arrow direction in the figure below.
NiCd batteries are recyclable. When disposing a used battery, follow your local regulations regarding appropriate recycling procedures. Do not leave the removed battery within children's reach.
· Saving the battery power
The PD-6 offers the following measures for saving the battery power to extend the battery life.
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Pressing the [STOP] key stops the disk rotation to save the power consumption. It is also possible to set the desired PAUSE release time in the Setup mode (the default is three minutes). When the internal monitor speaker is not used (i.e. when a headphones plug is inserted to the [PHONES] jack), no power is supplied to the amplifier for the speaker.
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The following describes some tips for saving the battery power, as well as some notes on using the battery.
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The input impedance of devices connected to PD-6's output connectors should be greater than 10k . When convert a balanced output to unbalanced, do not connect the unused pin to the ground pin and leave it open. Though it lowers the output level 6dB, it does not influence to the audio characteristics. Set the monitor level as lower as possible (regardless of whether using headphones or the internal monitor speaker). When you do not operate the unit on battery power for a long period of time, remove the battery or set the [POWER SEL] switch to "EXT".
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About AC adaptor
The optional genuine AC adaptor AD-15C is available. (Contact our dealer or sale office for purchasing the AD-15C.)
Use only the AD-15C for an AC adaptor. Using another AC adaptor may damage the PD-6 due to the mismatch of the power voltage, polarity, etc. When connect or disconnect the AC adaptor, make sure that the [POWER] switch is set to "OFF".
· Connecting the AC adaptor
While the [POWER] switch of the PD-6 is set to "OFF", insert the XLR-4-32 type connector of the AD-15C to the [DC IN] connector on the right side panel of the PD-6 until it is locked. Then connect the AC plug to the AC main outlet.
[DC IN] connector
AD-15C
AC adaptor
When using an external power supply such as the AC adaptor, set the [POWER SEL] switch under the [DC IN] connector to the "EXT" position.
While operating the PD-6 with an external power supply (AC adaptor or external battery), you can change the AC main outlet connected to the adaptor or replace the external power supply without TC interruption if the fully charged NP-1 type is installed to the PD-6. See below for the procedure. 1) Make sure that the fully charged battery is installed to the PD-6. 2) Set the [POWER SEL] switch to "INT" from "EXT". 3) Change the AC main outlet connected to the adaptor or replace the external power supply. 4) Set the [POWER SEL] switch to "EXT" from "INT".
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Turning on the power
When switch the [POWER] switch to "ON" after fitting the internal battery or connecting the AC adaptor (AD-15C), the PD-6 works as follows. If you turn on the power while no disk is inserted, the PD-6 releases the door lock after recognizing that no disk is inserted, and shows "-- Unlock door -- " is shown in the file name field on the LCD screen.
The level, TC and Fs fields of the LCD screen show the settings according to the switch positions when turning off the power last time. See "Display section" in "Chapter 3: Names and Functions" for details.
About power supply voltage
The output voltage of the power supply for the PD-6 must be within the range between DC 12 to 18 volts. Never use the PD-6 at more than 18 volts or less than 12 volts. You can check the internal battery voltage on the display (indicated by the arrow in the screen example below).
The current battery voltage is shown in the dotted bar meter. Each dot corresponds to approximately 0.2 V. When the battery voltage is less than 10.4 V, all dots are unlit. When it is 14.0 V or more, all dots are lit. Note that the battery life depends on the battery. The Also note that it fully lights when the AC adaptor is used.
The PD-6 has the facility for sounding the warning tone from the internal monitor speaker (or headphones) when the supplied voltage of the battery or the external power supply voltage becomes improper.
· You can make the setting for generating the warning tone by the "Error tone" menu in the Setup mode. See "Setup mode" on page 96 for details. · If the power supply voltage exceeds 18 bolts, the PD-6 may be damaged. Never supply more than 18 volts to the PD-6. · If the battery is dead or the power supply section has a trouble by surge current, etc., the protection circuit works and the power is shut off. In such a case, set the [POWER] switch to "OFF", replace the battery with a charged one, then set the [POWER] switch to "ON" again. If the PD-6 does not return to the normal condition after the operation above, there may be some trouble in the circuit.
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About Realtime Clock
The PD-6 offers realtime clock function. The realtime clock data is used for a file name (date and time when the file is created) when creating a new audio file on a disk, the time code start time when recording a time code by the internal time code generator, and so on. The realtime clock is adjusted according to the local time when shipped, therefore, set the time to your local time before using the PD-6 (see "Chapter 7: Setup mode" on page 90 for details about realtime clock setting).
· When shipped, the file name mode is set to "DATE", therefore, the realtime clock data is automatically used as the name of an audio file name created when recording. You can edit the file name later. See "Chapter 7: Setup mode" on page 99 for details about file name editing and file name mode setting.
file name
· Only when the TC GEN mode is set to "24H RUN", the realtime clock data is used as the TC start time (see "Recording/playback" on page 72 for details about the TC GEN mode).
About DVD-RAM disk
The PD-6 uses MAXELL 8-centimeter DVD-RAM (double sided) disks shown below. You can record data to both sides A and B. The arrows below show the direction for insertion.
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Inserting / removing a disk
You can insert or remove a disk regardless of whether the power is on or off, however, the procedure below is assumed that the power is on. 1) 2) 3) 4) Slide the [OPEN] lever right and open the protection cover manually. Press the [DISC UNLOCK] button to release the tray lock.
When the power is off, you do not have to do this.
Slide the [EJECT] lever to open the tray. Set (or remove) a DVD-RAM disk to (or from) the tray and press the upper part of the tray to close the tray.
If you set an unused disk, the display shows the screen for prompting disk formatting.
2
When inserting a disk to the tray, make sure that the direction is right.
3
1
Depending on the condition when you turned off the power last time, the disk lock may not be released on rare occasions . In such a case, turn off and on the power, then press the [DISC UNLOCK] button again to release the disk lock.
When setting an unused new disk, the message as shown in appears after reading the disk information, prompting that disk formatting is required. An unused disk may not be formatted with the UDF format Rev 1.5 or may not have the BWF directory, therefore, it must be formatted with UDF Rev1.5 format. When an unformatted disk or a disk which is not formatted in UDF format is set, the PD-6 automatically brings up the "Format" menu (see ) in the Utility mode after reading the disk information. This shows the disk is not UDFformatted and must be formatted with UDF Rev1.5. If you do not format the disk, press the [EXIT] key. The PD-6 releases the disk from locking so that you can remove the disk from the tray.
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Initial format of a disk
The operation procedure below is assumed that an unused DVD-RAM disk is set to the PD-6. If you have a disk formatted with FAT32, etc., you can format it with the similar procedure. 1) While the message "Non-BWF-DVD FMT!" is shown, press the [ENTER] key.
The PD-6 automatically enters the "Format" menu. When an unused disk is set, the Reel No field is blank and you have to enter a desired reel number.
2)
Select "Reel No" using the [SEL] dial and press the [ENTER] key.
The leftmost digit of the Reel No field starts flashing, showing that now you can enter a reel number.
3)
Enter a desired reel number using the [SEL] dial (or the numeric keys).
For example, you can enter "S001". Use the [ SKIP/CURSOR ] keys to move the cursor position. When using the numeric keys for entering characters, pressing any other numeric key moves the cursor to the right automatically.
There are two options for the Format mode: "Normal" and "Tape". With a disk formatted in the "Normal" mode, each time you make recording, a new audio file is automatically created. Meanwhile, when formatting a disk in the "Tape" mode, the whole disk is formatted as a single file. In other words, a "Tape mode" audio file is created on a disk. For details about how to format a disk in the "Tape" mode, see "Formatting a disk" in "Chapter 8: Utility mode" on page 115.
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5)
Press the [ENTER] key twice to highlight "[EXECUTE]" and press the [ENTER] key again.
The display changes to show the caution message, in which "Are you sure?" flashes.
6)
Press the [ENTER] key.
Formatting starts. The display now shows the approximate time required for formatting, as well as the bar-graph meter which shows the progress. When formatting finishes, "Fmt. Completed!" is shown.
7)
Press the [EXIT] key to exit the Utility mode.
The display changes to shows the normal screen, on which "No Files!" is shown in the file name field. The disk is now formatted with UDF Rev1.5 and you can make recording or playback. The level, TC and BWF sections on the screen show the status according to the [REC TR], [FS/24] and [FRAME] switch positions when formatting started.
8)
Format disk side B with the same procedure as above.
On rare occasions, "Disk error!" appears on the display and the disk lock is released after formatting is completed. In such a case, set "Physical format" to "ON" in the "Format" menu and format the disk again (see "Format menu" in "Chapter 8: Utility mode" on page 115 for details about the physical format). If "Disk error!" appears again after carrying out physical format, do not use the disk.
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About recording modes
With a disk formatted in the UDF Rev1.5 "Normal" mode, you can make recording in the "One file mode" or "Two file mode", which can be selected by the [REC TR] select switch.
If you set the [REC TR] select switch to 2, 4, 5 or 6, recording is made by the "One file mode", in which a single audio file is created when recording starts. See the figure on the right. In the "One file mode", each time recording is made, a new audio file with the incremented number is created.
2 TR FILE
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Each file is individually created.
6 TR FILE
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If you set the [REC TR] select switch to 2+4 or 1+5, recording is made by the "Two file mode", in which two audio files (two-track and four-track files, or one-track and five-track files) are created when recording starts. In the "Two file mode", two new audio file with the successive numbers are simultaneously created, in which the file with the smaller number is the multitrack file and "M" is added to the file name.
5 TR FILE *******M.wav (01)
Two files are simultaneously created.
1 TR FILE
*******.wav (02)
If a disk is formatted in the "Tape" mode, You cannot make recording in the "Two file mode".
The position of "M" added to a multitrack file name depends on the "File name mode" setting in the "Default file name" menu of the Setup mode. See "Chapter 5: Recording/playback" on page 68 for details.
With a disk formatted in the "Normal" or "Tape" mode, files are stored in the "BWF" directory. An 8-centimeter DVD-RAM disk allows recording to both sides, so you can make recording in the "Normal" mode on side A, while in the "Tape" mode on side B. For details about how to format a disk in the "Tape" mode, see "Formatting a disk" in "Chapter 8: Utility mode" on page 115.
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If a disk is formatted in the "Tape" mode, the whole disk side is formatted as a single file, so only a single audio file exists.
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Chapter 3: Names and functions
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Left side panel (Inputs/outputs)
1
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1.
[ANALOG LINE OUT] connectors
These connectors feed analog audio signals of tracks 1 through 6. Connectors: XLR-3-32 type (balanced)
1 3
2
1 2 3
GND HOT COLD
2.
Internal monitor speaker
Outputs track audio signals, error tones, etc. When a headphones plug is inserted to the [PHONES] jack, the monitor speaker is inactive.
3.
[AUX I/O] connector
The input ports of the [AUX I/O] connector receive audio signals and route them to the monitor circuit, while the output ports feed stereo buss signals. You can select the output level from among three options using the [AUX OUT ATT] switch. 1 2 3 4 5 L OUT + L OUT R OUT + R OUT R IN + 6 7 8 9 10 R IN L IN + L IN GND GND
8 7 9 6 5
1 2 10 3 4
4.
[AUX OUT ATT] switch
Switches the output level of signals sent from the output ports of the [AUX I/O] connector among +4 dBu, -10 dBu and -60 dBu.
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5.
[REMOTE] connector
This connector accepts parallel remote signals for controlling the PD-6 externally. Connector: MINI DIN 8-pin You can control the following nine operations remotely. 1 2 3 4 5
PLAY STOP RECORD REWIND F.FORWARD
6 7 8 9
CUE point registration PAUSE SKIP/CURSOR SKIP/CURSOR
When a terminal is grounded, the function is active. Note that you can always control the PD-6 via this connector regardless of the setting of the [PANEL LOCK] key on the panel. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 PLAY STOP REC GND SHIFT REW VBATT * FF SHIT + STOP SHIFT + REC SHIFT + REW SHIFT + FF CUE PAUSE SKIP/CURSOR SKIP/CURSOR
8 5 2
7 4 1
6 3
(*) V BATT (12 - 24 V). Max 500 mA. This pin always supplies the voltage regardless of whether the [POWER] switch is set to "ON" or "OFF". (delivers a voltage regardless of the [POWER] switch setting.)
Pin 7 (DC 12V) supplies the PD-6 operation voltage. If it is short-circuited to GND, or use it with a heavy load, the PD-6 internal battery life may be exhausted faster or the PD-6 may generate heat abnormally. Be careful not to use it with a heavy load or short-circuit it to GND.
6.
[IEEE1394] connector
Exclusively used to connect to a PC, allowing you to transfer audio files between the PD-6 and the PC.
1234
1 2 3 4
TPB TPB + TPA TPA +
7.
[USB] connector
Used to connect to a USB keyboard, allowing you to control the PD-6 from the keyboard (see "Operation from a keyboard" on page 54). 1 2 3 4 VBUS DD+ GND
1
2
3
4
8. 9.
[EJECT] lever
Used to remove the internal battery (NP-1 type) from the battery compartment.
Battery compartment
Stores the battery (NP-1 type).
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Right side panel (Inputs/outputs)
1 2
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
1.
[ANALOG MIC/LINE INPUT] connectors
These connector receive analog audio signals (mic or line level), which can be sources of channels 1 through 6. Connectors: XLR-3-31 type (balanced)
3 2
1
1 2 3
GND HOT COLD
2.
[DC IN 12V] connector
Connects the AC adaptor (Model AD-15C) or an external battery. Connector: XLR-4-32 type 1 2 3 4 GND NC NC 12V
4 3 2
1
3.
[POWER SEL (INT/EXT)] switch
Selects the power supply source for the PD-6. When "INT" is selected, the PD-6 runs with the internal battery (NP-1type). When "EXT" is selected, it runs with an external power supply.
4.
[DC OUT] connectors
Each connector outputs DC 12 V power. You can supply power to up to two external devices. 1 2 3 4 GND NC NC 12V
3 4
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