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Page 2 - CAUTION; SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

2 Model X-12 Owner's Manual 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. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN "WARNING" " T O R E D U C E T H E R I S K O F F I R E O...

Page 3 - Location; Using a tape recorded on a

3 Model X-12 Owner's Manual Precautions (please read before use) Table of Contents * Do not let water or other liquids, flammable materials, or metal objects such as pins getinside the X-12.These things may cause electrical shock orshort circuit the X-12, and damage it.If the X-12 should become wet,...

Page 4 - Cassette tape suitable for recording:; < D i f f e r e n c e s b e t w e e n m u l t i t r a c k e r a n d; Before Using the X-12

4 Model X-12 Owner's Manual <Fig. 1> Boom box / Cassette deck <Handling cassette tapes> Cassette tape suitable for recording: The X-12 is designed to perform best withhigh-position cassette tape (TYPE II, HIGH).W e r e c o m m e n d e d t h e s e o r t h e i requivalent.The tape in C-120...

Page 5 - Important

5 Model X-12 Owner's Manual 2. Do not directly apply an output signal from the [LINE OUT] jack to the [INPUT] jack. As shown in schematic below, if the [LINE OUT] jack is directly connected to the [INPUT] jackand the [LINE OUT/PHONES] knob is raised, it will cause oscillation. Should you be monitori...

Page 6 - Names and Functions

6 Model X-12 Owner's Manual This section explains the names and functions of the X-12, such as switches, controls, and I/O jacks. Read this section so that you will understand the functions of the switches andcontrols. Names and Functions 1 2 3 0 0 0 -10 -10 -5 -5 0 0 +3 +3 +6 +6 METER MIN MAX LINE ...

Page 7 - Record track select indicator; Transport control buttons

7 Model X-12 Owner's Manual 1. AC adaptor connector [DC IN] Connect the AC adaptor included in thepackage. <CAUTION> When the AC adaptor is plugged into anAC outlet, a very small current flows in theunit even if you turn off (STANDBY) thepower switch. If you are not going to usethe X-12 for a ...

Page 9 - Basic Operation

9 Model X-12 Owner's Manual Connect the AC adaptor jack to the X-12's [DC IN] connector, and connect the power plug to the AC outlet. Basic Operation (recording) As explained above, there are four recordable tracks.The X-12, records each track independently. Let's try recording your mic/guitar/keybo...

Page 11 - You can play back the recorded Track 1.; Slowly raise the channel 1 playback level

11 Model X-12 Owner's Manual Basic Operation (playback) You can play back the recorded Track 1. Press the [REW] button to rewind the tapeto the beginning of the tape (counter "000"). Press the [PLAY] button to start playing backthe tape from the "000" position. For playback of the so...

Page 12 - Advanced Operation; section and are ready to move on.

12 Model X-12 Owner's Manual Vocal Track 4 Track 3 Track 2 Track 1 Drum Machine E. Bass Keyboard Keyboard Track 4 Track 3 Track 2 Track 1 Drum Machine E. Bass E. Bass Track 4 Track 3 Track 2 Track 1 Drum Machine Advanced Operation At this point, we assumed that you understand recording and playback ...

Page 13 - The output of the effects unit to which the

13 Model X-12 Owner's Manual Before you start overdubbing, practice your electric bass performance while monitoring thedrum machine recording in Track 1 through the headphones. After you finish recording, press the [STOP]button or the [PAUSE] button to stop the tape. If you have pressed the [PAUSE] ...

Page 14 - knob

14 Model X-12 Owner's Manual The following table indicates the switch and knob settings used for overdubbing toTracks 3 and 4. Refer to this table and to the steps described on the previous pageto overdub the keyboard to Track 3 and vocal to Track 4. <Using the Playback [PAN] knob> When you ar...

Page 16 - After finishing the level adjustments, rewind; After mixdown is complete, stop the X-12 and; Using a tape recorded on a boom box or cassette deck

16 Model X-12 Owner's Manual <Note> You can position the sound on tracks 1-4 anywhere in stereo image onmixdown.This is where your creatively is important. Try for a sound that is pleasingto you! You can record your favorite music on a boom box or cassette deck and overdub yourperformance or v...

Page 17 - * Cleaning the exterior

17 Model X-12 Owner's Manual Troubleshooting Check Point Corrective Action The power is not turned onwhen you press the powerswitch on. Check the connection at the AC outlet andthe [DC IN] jack of the X-12. Is the head dirty? Clean the head. Are you using a type of tape other than highposition? Use ...

Page 20 - Declaration of EC Directive; The Affect of Immunity on This Equipment; FOSTEX DISTRIBUTORS LIST IN EUROPE

<AUSTRIA> NAME: ATEC Audio-u. Videogeraete VertriebsgesmbH.ADD: Im Winkel 5, A-2325 Velm, AustriaTEL: (+43) 2234-74004, FAX: (+43) 2234-74074 <BELGIUM> NAME: Sound Industries NVADD: Bijvennestraat 1A, B3500 Hasselt, BelgiumTEL: (+32) 11-232355, FAX: (+32) 11-232172 <DENMARK> NAME: ...