Fostex Cyclometer X 12 User Manual

8588 001 000  
(340224)  
Owner's manual  
Model  
Multitracker  
STANDBY  
ON  
POWER  
L
R
DC IN  
12V  
LINE OUT  
1
3
2
4
REC TRACK  
0 0 0  
LINE OUT  
/PHONES  
PAN  
PAN  
PAN  
PAN  
L
R
L
R
L
R
L
R
MIN  
MAX  
METER  
+6  
+3  
+6  
+3  
MAX  
MAX  
MAX  
0
-5  
0
-5  
-10  
MIN  
MIN  
MIN  
-10  
POWER  
REC  
2
3
1
4
PAUSE  
REW  
FF  
STOP  
REC  
PLAY  
LINE  
MIC  
INPUT  
PHONES  
Thank you for purchasing our Fostex Model X-12.  
The X-12 is an easy-to-use cassette tape four-track 4 channel multi-  
tracker with that great Fostex sound.  
Because the X-12 features simple and easily handled functions, anyone  
operating a multitracker for the first time can create a great recording.  
Before operating the unit, please read through this manual to  
understand correct operation procedures and to assure you smooth  
operation for many years to come.  
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* Do not let water or other liquids, flammable  
materials, or metal objects such as pins get  
inside the X-12.  
These things may cause electrical shock or  
short circuit the X-12, and damage it.  
If the X-12 should become wet, unplug the  
AC adaptor from the AC outlet, and contact  
your authorized service station.  
Table of Contents  
Precautions.........................................................................3  
Before Using the X-12........................................................4  
Important <Let's not use it this way>..............................5  
Names and Functions.......................................................6  
Basic Operation (recording).........................................9  
Basic Operation (playback)...........................................11  
* When turning the power on, turn the X-12  
on first before turning on any equipment  
connected to it. Doing so will avoid possible  
damage to the other equipment.  
Also, when connecting or disconnecting  
cables to or from the X-12’s input or output  
jacks, make sure that the [LINE OUT/PHONES]  
volume is set to “0.”  
Advanced Operation (multiple recording)..................12  
1.Overdubbing.........................................................12  
2.Mixdown................................................................15  
Using a tape recorded on a  
boom box or cassette deck........................................16  
* When the AC adaptor is connected to an AC  
outlet, it will continue to draw small amounts  
of power even if the switch is set to off  
(STANDBY). If you will not be using the X-12  
for an extended period of time, be sure to  
unplug the AC adaptor from the outlet.  
Troubleshooting...........................................................17  
Maintenance.................................................................17  
Specifications..............................................................18  
Block Diagram.................................................................18  
Accessories (option).......................................................19  
Location  
* Avoid using the X-12 in the following  
locations:  
* Locations of extreme low or high  
temperatures, or extreme changes in  
temperature.  
Precautions (please read before use)  
* Locations with excessive moisture or dust.  
Power supply  
* Locations where direct sunlight falls for  
an extended time, or near a stove or other  
source of heat.  
* When unplugging the AC adaptor from the  
outlet, be sure to grasp the adaptor.  
Attempting to unplug it by pulling on the  
AC cable may damage the wiring.  
* Locations where electrical voltage varies.  
* It is dangerous to use any power cable that  
is cut or frayed. If the power cable is  
damaged, immediately stop using it, and  
have it repaired.  
* Unstable locations or where there is  
heavy vibration.  
* Near strong magnetic fields (on top of a  
television or speaker).  
* Do not plug in or unplug the AC adaptor  
with wet hands. Doing so may result in  
dangerous electric shock.  
* Do not open the unit or touch any parts  
inside. Doing so may result in a dangerous  
electric shock, and could damage the X-12.  
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Before Using the X-12  
<Differences between multitracker and  
Hint!  
cassette deck recording>  
You can perform multitrack recording  
using a tape that was recorded on a boom  
box or a cassette deck. Refer to page 16  
for more details.  
Boom boxes and stereo cassette decks  
record on both the A and B sides of cassette  
tape. As shown in Fig. 1, the cassette tape  
is divided in 4 tracks of which 2 are used  
for the A side and the remaining 2 for the  
B side (4 track 2 channel).  
<Handling cassette tapes>  
Cassette tape suitable for recording:  
The X-12 is designed to perform best with  
high-position cassette tape (TYPE II, HIGH).  
We recommended these or their  
equivalent.  
<Fig. 1> Boom box / Cassette deck  
The tape in C-120 versions (60 minutes  
each side) is too thin and not suitable for  
repeated recording or playback. Use C-90  
or shorter tapes for stable performance.  
L c h  
B s i d e  
R c h  
R ch  
A side  
L ch  
Using write-protection tabs:  
On the spine of a cassette tape are write-  
protection tabs that are used to prevent  
any recorded data from being erased  
accidentally.  
You may want to break the tab for side A  
and side B of a cassette tape that you have  
already recorded, since the X-12 uses all  
four tracks at the same time.  
A multi-tracker as shown in Fig. 2, all four  
tracks can be recorded without turning  
over the cassette (four track 4 channel).  
For the X-12, the 4 tracks are recorded  
one at a time (some multitrackers can  
record multiple number of tracks in each  
pass). Also, in multitrackers, since all  
tracks are recorded in the same direction,  
if such a cassette tape is played back in a  
radio cassette or cassette deck, tracks 1  
and 2 will be heard correctly but if the  
tape is turned over, tracks 3 and 4 will be  
heard in reverse.  
If you later wish to record data on a tape  
with broken tabs, apply a piece of scotch  
tape to cover the tab hole.  
<Fig. 2> Multitracker, such as X-12  
Write-protection tabs  
** Advice **  
Fresh or recorded tapes should not be  
kept in locations of strong magnetic  
fields (near speakers and TV sets) and  
stored in dust free and non-humid  
locations.  
Track 4  
Track 3  
Track 2  
A side  
Track 1  
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Important  
<Let's not use it this way>  
1. Do not bring the microphone too close to the monitor speakers connected to the [LINE OUT]  
jack when the [LINE OUT/PHONES] level control knob is raised.  
Doing so could cause feedback from the speaker and headphone which could damage your  
hearing.  
The amplifier contained  
[LINE OUT] jack  
monitor speaker  
[INPUT] jack  
Microphone  
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] jack  
and the [LINE OUT/PHONES] knob is raised, it will cause oscillation. Should you be monitoring  
by headphone, this could hurt your hearing.  
[LINE OUT] jack  
[INPUT] jack  
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Names and Functions  
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 and  
controls.  
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2
3
5
6
4
STANDBY  
ON  
POWER  
L
R
DC IN  
12V  
LINE OUT  
1
3
2
4
REC TRACK  
0 0 0  
LINE OUT  
/PHONES  
PAN  
PAN  
PAN  
PAN  
7
8
9
L
R
L
R
L
R
L
R
MIN  
MAX  
METER  
14  
+6  
+6  
MAX  
MAX  
MAX  
+3  
+3  
0
-5  
0
-5  
-10  
MIN  
MIN  
MIN  
-10  
POWER  
REC  
2
3
1
4
PAUSE  
REW  
FF  
STOP  
REC  
PLAY  
LINE  
MIC  
INPUT  
PHONES  
13  
12 11  
10  
17 16  
15  
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1. AC adaptor connector [DC IN]  
Connect the AC adaptor included in the  
package.  
5. Record track selector [REC TRACK]  
The recording track can be selected.  
Only one track can be selected at a time.  
<NOTE>  
<CAUTION>  
[REC TRACK] selector does not switch "OFF"  
the recording track. Since the track to be  
recorded is always in the selected state, be  
careful not to accidentally erase a  
prerecorded sound.  
Be sure to use the included AC adaptor or  
an equivalent model. Using an AC adaptor  
with a different rated voltage or a different  
plug polarity may cause a fire or damage  
to the product.  
The following figure indicates that the  
output voltage of the AC adaptor is DC  
(direct current) 12V (volt), that the plug  
polarity is + (positive) in the center and -  
(negative) outside. Be sure to use an AC  
adaptor that complies with this indication.  
6. Counter / Reset button [RESET]  
The counter indicates the tape count.  
Pressing the [RESET] button will reset the  
counter to "000."  
7. Line out / Headphone level knob  
[LINE OUT/PHONES]  
This knob enables you to adjust the output  
level at the [LINE OUT L, R] jacks and the  
[PHONES] jack.  
DC IN  
12V  
8. Cassette lid / Cassette tray  
AC outlet  
Insert a cassette tape here.  
9. Level meter  
This meter indicates the input level.  
10. Transport control buttons  
DC IN connector  
AC adaptor  
Record button [REC]  
Press the button after you select a track using  
the [REC TRACK] selector.  
2. Power switch [POWER]  
The [PLAY] button will be automatically  
pressed, and the unit will enter the recording  
mode. This button is disabled if the cassette  
tape in the tray has a broken or removed write-  
protection tab.  
Use this switch to turn the power on/off  
(STANDBY) to the X-12.  
<CAUTION>  
When the AC adaptor is plugged into an  
AC outlet, a very small current flows in the  
unit even if you turn off (STANDBY) the  
power switch. If you are not going to use  
the X-12 for a long period of time, remove  
the AC adaptor plugged into the AC.  
Pause button [PAUSE]  
To resume playback or recording, press this  
button again.  
Stop button [STOP]  
Press this button to stop tape transport.  
Fast Forward button [F F]  
Press this button to fast forward the tape.  
3. Line output jack [LINE OUT L, R]  
Rewind button [REW]  
Press this button to rewind the tape.  
This jack outputs a signal adjusted by the [LINE  
OUT/PHONES] knob. Connect this jack to the  
input jack of a master recorder for mixdown.  
Play button [PLAY]  
Press this button to playback the tape.  
When you press the [REC] button, this button  
will be automatically engaged and the unit will  
enter recording mode.  
4. Record track select indicator  
The recording track selected by the [REC TRACK]  
selector will be indicated in red.  
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11. Record indicator [REC]  
< Gain control rule of thumb >  
This indicator will light red in recording mode  
(or record pause mode).  
The gain is adjusted by rotating the [LINE-MIC]  
knob while watching the lighting condition of  
the level meter LED as the signal is input.  
Gain of "MIC" is obtained at full CW rotation of  
the [LINE-MIC] knob and "LINE" at full CCW  
rotation.  
"Recording mode" means one of the tracks  
has been selected by the [REC TRACK]  
selector, the [REC] button has been pressed,  
and recording is in progress.  
"Record pause mode" means you have  
pressed the [PAUSE] button during the  
recording mode, and the tape transport is  
stopped (recording standby mode).  
Ideal gain is obtained by setting the level meter  
reading such that the "+6" LED does not light  
up. Should the "+6" LED lights up frequently,  
it is an indication that gain is too high and will  
result in distortion if recording is continued in  
this manner.  
12. Power indicator [POWER]  
Basically, the knob should be adjusted toward  
"MIC" when a low level sound source such as a  
mic is connected, and toward "LINE" when  
connecting the output of an effects unit to which  
a keyboard or electric base is connected.  
This indicator will light green when you turn  
on the [POWER] switch.  
13. Playback level fader [1 - 4]  
These faders enable you to adjust the playback  
level of each track.  
14. Playback Panpot knob [PAN]  
LINE (-10dBV)  
MIC (-50dBV)  
These knobs enable you to adjust the stereo  
image of the playback sound for each track.  
The X-12 uses the following connection plugs:  
15. Headphone jack [PHONES]  
Connect monitoring headphones here.  
You can adjust the headphone volume using  
the [LINE OUT/PHONES] knob.  
Stereo phone plug (stereo type)  
Use this plug to connect to the [PHONES] jack.  
Tip (L)  
16. Input jack [INPUT]  
Sleeve (ground)  
Sound sources such as an external mic and  
keyboard are connected here.  
Input gain should be trimmed accordingly with  
the [LINE-MIC] knob located nearby.  
Ring (R)  
Phone plug (monaural type)  
Use this plug to connect to the [INPUT] jack.  
17.Gain control knob [LINE-MIC]  
Adjust the gain for best S/N ratio.  
Tip (Hot)  
The output signal level from the sound sources  
(mic, keyboard, guitar, etc.) should be set in  
such a way that the output of the source should  
be neither too high or low. The difference can  
be corrected with the gain control.  
Sleeve (ground)  
RCA pin jack (monaural type)  
Use this plug to connect to the [LINE OUT L, R]  
jacks on the rear panel.  
Tip (Hot)  
Sleeve (ground)  
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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/  
keyboard on the track of your choice. As an example here, the mic sound will be  
recorded in track 1.  
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10  
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4
1
6
2
9
3
12  
10  
11  
5
8
Connect the AC adaptor jack to the X-12's [DC  
IN] connector, and connect the power plug to  
the AC outlet.  
Turn on the power switch.  
The [POWER] indicator will light up in red.  
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5
1
Press the [PLAY] button to forward the tape for  
<CAUTION>  
a few seconds.  
Do not handle the AC adaptor with wet  
hands or you may receive an electrical  
shock.  
This should be performed in order to wind  
past the leader part at the beginning of the  
cassette tape. If a used tape is not rewound  
completely, press the [REW] button to rewind  
the tape to the beginning and perform Step  
5.  
Open the cassette lid and insert a recording  
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3
tape into the cassette tray.  
If you record on a used tape, make sure that  
the write-protection tabs on the spine of the  
tape are not removed. If any of them are  
broken, cover the tab hole with a piece of  
tape.  
Plug the mic into the [INPUT] jack and the  
headphone into the [PHONES] jack.  
Leader part  
Magnetic tape  
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When the leader part is forwarded, press  
the [RESET] button to set the counter to  
"000."  
Put X-12 in the record standby mode.  
First, press the [PAUSE] button, then the  
[RECORD] button. The [PLAY] button will be  
engaged automatically at the same time.  
The tape will remain paused in the record  
mode.  
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10  
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Select the track to be recorded with the [REC  
TRACK] selector.  
Select track 1 (the indicator will change to  
red) or whatever track you prefer to record  
on.  
When the [LINE OUT/PHONES] knob is  
slowly advanced, the input monitor sound  
This will change to red light and track 1 can  
be recorded.  
will be heard in the headphone.  
While monitoring the sound in the  
headphone, watch the level meter and adjust  
the recording to a suitable level.  
Because the recording level cannot be  
adjusted with a fader, optimum recording  
levels must be determined by the sound  
volume applied to the mic or by adjusting  
the distance to the mic.  
<NOTE>  
Do not move the [REC TRACK] selector  
during recording. If this is moved  
accidentally during recording, the  
recording track will switch.  
<CAUTION>  
If you must monitor for a long time, be  
careful not to raise the [LINE OUT/PHONES]  
knob too high. If you monitor for long  
hours at high volumes, it could impair  
your hearing.  
Try speaking into the mic.  
The level meter LED will blink.  
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For optimum gain, adjust the [LINE-MIC]  
knob CW (toward "MIC").  
After confirming the level, release the  
[PAUSE] button (The [PAUSE] button is  
pressed again) to start recording.  
Adjust the [LINE-MIC] knob such that the level  
meter "+3" LED is illuminated at maximum  
sound volume.  
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When recording line level sound sources such  
as a keyboard and electric guitar, the  
optimum gain is obtained by rotating the  
[LINE-MIC] knob CCW (toward "LINE").  
If recording is to be momentarily stopped,  
press the [PAUSE] button. If recording is to  
be ended, press the [STOP] button.  
Following the procedures up to this point,  
the sound applied to the microphone has  
been recorded on track 1 as shown in  
schematic below.  
Now, let's try recording another sound source  
to another track with the same procedures.  
Also, lets playback the recorded sound on  
each track as described below.  
METER  
+6  
+6  
+3  
If this LED blinks frequently,  
it indicates that input level is  
too high.  
+3  
0
0
-5  
Set the gain so that LED's  
within this range remain lit.  
-5  
-10  
-10  
Track 4  
Track 3  
Track 2  
Track 1  
<NOTE>  
Be careful not to continue recording, if  
the level meter "+6" LED lights up  
frequently, as this will indicate the sound  
can be distorted.  
Microphone  
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Basic Operation (playback)  
You can play back the recorded Track 1.  
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3
2
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Press the [REW] button to rewind the tape  
to the beginning of the tape (counter "000").  
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2
For playback of the sound recorded on the  
various tracks (1 - 4), the fader/[PAN] knobs  
corresponding to each track number is used  
i.e. track 1 playback sound by the channel 1  
knob, the track 2 playback sound by the  
channel 2 knob, and so on.  
Press the [PLAY] button to start playing back  
the tape from the "000" position.  
<CAUTION>  
Be careful not to press the [REC] button  
by mistake.  
Note that the recording track is always in  
the selected state.  
Track 2  
Track 3  
Track 1  
Slowly raise the channel 1 playback level  
fader for track 1, then adjust the sound  
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balance with the playback [PAN] knob.  
The same as when recording, the headphone  
volume will increase as the [LINE OUT/PHONES]  
knob is slowly raised.  
Track 4  
The sound image can be moved left or right  
by rotating the [PAN] knob in either direction.  
<CAUTION>  
For playback of tape recorded on a boom box  
or cassette deck, the channel 1 and 2 faders  
and [PAN] knobs will be used regardless to  
whether the A side or B side is to be played  
back.  
When monitoring the sound via headphones  
for a long period of time, do not set the level  
too high. Otherwise, your hearing may be  
damaged.  
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Advanced Operation  
At this point, we assumed that you understand recording and playback of each track after  
studying the [Basic Operation] section and are ready to move on.  
Next up, we'll work on more advanced functions such as multitrack recording - called  
"overdubbing" - which is fundamental in multiple recording, then the mixdown process when  
sounds recorded to the four tracks will be mixed to stereo, and finally, copying (dubbing) of the  
mix to a master recorder (stereo cassette deck, etc.).  
1. Overdubbing  
Overdubbing is a recording technique used to add a recorded performance to previously recorded  
tracks while listening (monitoring) to them.  
For example, you might record a rhythm section (such as a drum machine) on Track 1 by  
following the basic recording procedure, then record an electric bass on Track 2 while listening  
to the recorded rhythm. In this way, you can record performances on all four tracks, one by  
one. This section uses an example in which Track 1 has the drum machine already recorded.  
Follow the recording steps described in the Basic Operation chapter and use the drum machine  
instead of the microphone. We are going to overdub the electric bass on Track 2, the keyboard  
on Track 3, and vocal on Track 4.  
Step-1  
Step-2  
While playing back and listening to Track 1 (drum  
machine) and Track 2 (electric bass), overdub  
the keyboard to Track 3.  
While playing back and listening to Track 1 (drum  
machine), overdub the electric bass to Track 2.  
Track 4  
Track 3  
Track 2  
Track 1  
Track 4  
Track 3  
Track 2  
Track 1  
Keyboard  
E. Bass  
E. Bass  
Drum Machine  
Drum Machine  
Step-3  
While playing back and listening to Track 1,  
Track 2 and Track 3, overdub the vocal to Track  
4.  
Track 4  
Track 3  
Track 2  
Track 1  
Vocal  
Keyboard  
E. Bass  
Drum Machine  
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Overdubbing the electric bass to Track 2 while listening to Track 1 (drum machine)  
Before you start overdubbing, practice your electric bass performance while monitoring the  
drum machine recording in Track 1 through the headphones.  
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4 5  
3
1
Electric bass  
Effects unit  
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2
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10  
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Insert the tape on which the drum machine  
has already been recorded, and rewind the  
tape to the recording start position "000."  
Using the [REC TRACK] selector, select track  
2 for recording.  
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2
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Press the [PAUSE] button, the press the [REC]  
button.  
The X-12 will enter record pause mode.  
The output of the effects unit to which the  
electric bass is connected is plugged into  
the [INPUT] jack.  
Press the [PAUSE] button again to cancel record  
pause mode and start recording.  
Overdub the electric bass on Track 2,  
accompanying the drum machine on Track  
1, while watching the recording level.  
Rotate the [LINE-MIC] knob CCW ("LINE") to  
match the effects unit output level.  
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4
Adjust the recording level of the electric bass.  
Play the electric bass to check to see how the  
level meter is responding. (Use the output  
volume on the bass so that the level is not  
too high.) Use the [LINE OUT/PHONES] knob  
to adjust the headphone volume to an  
appropriate level.  
<NOTE>  
Do not move the [REC TRACK] selector  
during recording. If this is moved  
accidentally during recording, the  
recording track will be switched.  
After you set the recording level, playback  
the tape from the "000" point and rehearse  
your bass accompanying the drum machine  
After you finish recording, press the [STOP]  
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10  
button or the [PAUSE] button to stop the tape.  
If you have pressed the [PAUSE] button, press  
the [STOP] button to release the [REC] button  
and [PLAY] button, then press the [PAUSE]  
button again.  
recording on Track 1.  
Use playback level fader 1 and the playback  
[PAN] knob 1 to adjust the monitoring level  
and balance of Track 1.  
After you finish rehearsing, rewind the tape  
to the "000" point.  
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The following table indicates the switch and knob settings used for overdubbing to  
Tracks 3 and 4. Refer to this table and to the steps described on the previous page  
to overdub the keyboard to Track 3 and vocal to Track 4.  
[REC TRACK]  
selector  
Sound source  
[LINE-MIC] knob  
Playback level fader  
Playback [PAN] knob  
Adjust the playback sound  
for comfortable monitoring  
(Refer to <Using the  
Playback [PAN] knob>  
below).  
Adjust playback levels of  
tracks 1 and 2 with playback  
faders 1 and 2.  
Adjust to optimum  
level by CCW rotation  
(LINE) of the knob.  
Plug the keyboard  
o u t p u t t o t h e  
[INPUT] jack.  
Overdubbing the  
keyboard to  
Track 3  
Select track 3  
for recording.  
Adjust the playback sound  
for comfortable monitoring  
(Refer to <Using the  
Playback [PAN] knob>  
below).  
Adjust playback levels in  
tracks 1 - 3 with playback  
level faders 1, 2 and 3.  
Adjust to optimum  
level by rotating the  
knob CW (MIC).  
Plug the mic into the  
[INPUT] jack.  
Overdubbing the  
Vocal to Track 4  
Select track 4  
for recording.  
<Using the Playback [PAN] knob>  
When you are monitoring the recording sound and playback sound simultaneously,  
refer to the table below for the relationship between the position of the [PAN] knob  
and the sound balance.  
Adjust the balance according to your needs. The recording sound will be always  
positioned in the center.  
[PAN] position  
Center  
Monitoring sound position  
PAN  
Both playback sound and recording sound will be  
centered.  
L
R
Hard "R"  
PAN  
The playback sound will be positioned on the right  
and the recording sound will be centered.  
L
R
Hard "L"  
PAN  
The playback sound will be positioned on the left  
and the recording sound will be centered.  
L
R
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2. Mixdown  
Mixdown is a technique that enables you to adjust the volume balance of the  
overdubbed tracks 1-4, combine them to two channels, and dub (copy) to a master  
recorder (cassette deck or MD recorder etc.). Refer to the diagram below:  
Track 4 (Vocal)  
Track 3 (Keyboard)  
LINE OUT  
Master Recorder  
MIX  
Track 2 (Electric bass)  
Track 1 (Drum machine)  
X-12  
4
LINE OUT L, R jacks  
4
2
1
LINE IN L, R jacks  
MINI component  
stereo system  
4
3
1
<CAUTION>  
Be careful not to mistakenly press the  
[REC] button.  
Remember that the recording track is  
always in the selected state.  
2
3
Insert a tape with tracks 1-4 already recorded  
into the cassette tray, and rewind the tape  
up to the playback start point (reset the  
counter to "000").  
Set the master recorder to the record standby  
mode. (That is, press the [PAUSE] button so  
that the level meter will respond, then set the  
1
2
3
recorder in record pause mode.)  
The method for setting the recorder in record  
standby mode will vary depending on the  
recorder you are using.  
Connect the input jack of a master recorder,  
such as cassette deck, and the [LINE OUT  
L, R] jacks.  
Refer to the instruction manual of the master  
recorder for more information.  
Insert a recording tape (or MD) in the master  
recorder and locate the point on the tape at  
which you wish to start copying.  
Adjust the output level and balance (pan  
position) of tracks, then adjust input level  
on the master recorder.  
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<NOTE>  
"Mini-components" which can be used for  
mixdown are limited to types able to  
record external inputs.  
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Play back the tape on the X-12.  
After finishing the level adjustments, rewind  
the tape to the "000" point.  
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6
While monitoring the sound via the headphones,  
use the playback fader and the playback [PAN]  
knob of each track to adjust the output level  
and balance of the tracks.  
Gradually raise the headphone volume using  
the [LINE OUT/PHONES] knob. This knob also  
adjusts the output level at the X-12's [LINE OUT  
L, R] jacks. Set the level so that the level meter  
of the master recorder will respond moderately.  
Now you can begin mixdown.  
First start recording on the master recorder,  
then press the [PLAY] button on the X-12 to  
start playback.  
After mixdown is complete, stop the X-12 and  
the master recorder.  
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<Note>  
You can position the sound on tracks 1-4 anywhere in stereo image on  
mixdown.  
This is where your creatively is important. Try for a sound that is pleasing  
to you!  
Using a tape recorded on a boom box or cassette deck  
You can record your favorite music on a boom box or cassette deck and overdub your  
performance or vocal, accompanying your musician's performance to make your own  
original tape. Follow the procedure below to make this type of tape.  
1. Record your favorite music source on the boom box or cassette deck.  
<NOTE>  
Be sure to record on only one side of the tape (side A or B).  
That is, use Track 1 and 2 to record on the jam box or the cassette deck, and keep  
Tracks 3 and 4 empty. (See the diagram below.)  
Track 4  
Do not record now. Later, you will record your  
Track 3  
performance or vocal here on the X-12.  
Track 2 (R channel)  
Track 1 (L channel)  
Record your favorite song to Tracks 1 and 2 on the  
boom box or cassette deck.  
2. Insert the recorded tape in the X-12, and follow the "Overdubbing"  
procedure described previously to record your performance or vocal  
to Tracks 3 and 4.  
<NOTE>  
Note that the law prohibits recording copyrighted or broadcast music, except for  
recordings intended only for personal use.  
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Troubleshooting  
Symptom  
Check Point  
Corrective Action  
The power is not turned on  
when you press the power  
switch on.  
Check the connection at the AC outlet and  
the [DC IN] jack of the X-12.  
Is the AC adaptor plugged in securely?  
Is the head dirty?  
Clean the head.  
Sound flutters or skips.  
Are you using a type of tape other than high  
position?  
Use a high-position tape.  
The sound distorted or  
clipping.  
Use the [LINE-MIC] knob to set the optimum  
level.  
Is the level appropriate for the input signal?  
Is the write-protection tab on the cassette  
tape broken?  
The [REC] button is not  
pushed in.  
Place a strip of scotch tape over the broken  
tab.  
The sound cannot be heard  
through the headphones.  
Is the [LINE OUT/PHONES] knob turned  
up?  
Turn the [LINE OUT/PHONES] knob.  
Set the [REC TRACK] selector repeatedly  
until the desired track is selected.  
You cannot record to a  
desired track.  
Is the [REC TRACK] selector set correctly?  
or even damage the tape by pulling it out of  
the cassette. Since cassette tape is very thin, it  
is especially dangerous to use a cassette deck  
with dirty pinch rollers. As with the head, it is  
important to always keep these parts clean.  
Clean them using a cotton swab or gauze soaked  
in cleaning solution or isopropyl alcohol. Never  
use organic solvents such as lacquer thinner,  
since this will severely damage the pinch rollers.  
Maintenance  
* Cleaning the exterior  
For normal cleaning, use a dry cloth.  
For stubborn dirt, moisten a cloth in diluted  
detergent, wring it out firmly, and wipe the dirt  
off. Then polish with a dry cloth.  
Never use solvents such as alcohol, thinner or  
benzene, since these will damage the printing  
and finish of the exterior.  
* Demagnetizing the head  
* Cleaning the head  
After long periods of use, the head begins to  
develop a magnetic field in addition to the oxide  
residue described above. This can also occur if  
a magnet or a magnetized object (scissors, etc.)  
is allowed to come near the head or touch it. If  
the head or capstans become magnetized,  
frequency response will be degraded and noise  
will increase.  
In extreme cases, noise can be created on  
previously recorded tapes that you playback,  
rendering them useless. Once a month or so,  
you should use a demagnetizer (head eraser)  
to demagnetize the head. Carefully read and  
follow the instructions included with your  
demagnetizer, and do not allow it to come near  
recorded tapes.  
As the X-12 is used, the record/playback head  
will become coated with oxide residue from the  
tapes. If this residue is allowed to build up,  
recordings will contain more noise, and  
dropouts may occur during playback.  
To prevent this, regular cleaning is important.  
Use a commercially available cleaning kit etc.  
to clean the head. If cleaning the head does  
not restore the sound quality, it is possible that  
the head is worn. Contact an authorized Fostex  
service station for repair.  
* Cleaning the pinch roller and capstan  
The capstan and pinch roller are important  
parts that hold the tape and move it along at  
the correct speed. As with the head, these parts  
can also become dirty with oxide residue and  
dust, which will cause increased wow or flutter,  
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Frequency Response  
Mixer section  
Specifications  
: 20Hz ~ 20kHz  
: 40Hz ~ 10kHz  
Recorder section  
INPUT  
Heads  
Connector (x1)  
Input Impedance  
: ø6mm PHONE jack  
: 20kor higher  
Rec/Play  
: 4-track, 4-channel  
recording/playback  
: 4-track, 4-channel erase  
Reference Input Level : -50dBV ~ -10dBV  
Erase  
(adjustable with the GAIN knob)  
Power Supply  
: Fostex AC Adaptor, AD-12A  
DC12V (12 ~ 16V), 8W  
: Approx. 1.1kg (excluding  
the AC adaptor)  
LINE OUT (L, R)  
Connector (x2)  
Output Load Impedance: 10kor higher  
Reference Output Level : -10dBV  
: RCA pin jack  
Weight  
Dimensions (mm) : 275 (W) x 68 (H) x 177 (D)  
Accessories : Owner's manual x1, AC adaptor x1  
PHONES  
Connector (x1)  
: ø6mm STEREO  
PHONE jack  
* Specifications and appearance are subject to  
change without notice for product improvement.  
Output Load Impedance: 16or higher  
Maximum Output  
: 10mW (at 32)  
Recording Tape  
: Less than C-90  
(TYPE II/HIGH position)  
: 4 tracks, one direction  
: 4.76cm/s  
Record Tracks  
Tape Speed  
Block Diagram  
5DOT BARGRAPH  
LINE OUT / PHONES  
LEVEL  
PLAY BACK  
LEVEL  
RECORDER  
PAN  
LEVEL  
L
INPUT  
-50dBV ~ -10dBV  
REC TRACK  
TRK 1  
TRK 2  
TRK 3  
TRK 4  
TRK 1  
LINE OUT  
-10dBV  
R
TRK 2  
TRK 3  
TRK 4  
LINE-MIC  
PHONES  
1610mW  
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Accessories (option)  
Specifications  
Specifications  
T-5  
T-20RP  
T-40RP  
M521  
Type: Semi-Open/Dynamic type  
Freq. Response: 20~20,000Hz  
Output Impedance: 44  
Sensitivity: 96dB (dB/mW)  
Rated Input: 30mW  
Maximum Input: 100mW  
Sound Pressure Level: 116dB  
Weight: Approx. 220g  
Type: Semi-Open/RP Dynamic  
Freq. Response: 20~25,000Hz  
Output Impedance: 50Ω  
Sensitivity: 96dB (dB/mW)  
Rated Input: 10mW  
Maximum Input: 200mW  
Sound Pressure Level: 119dB  
Weight: Approx. 340g  
Cable Length: 2.5m  
Cable Length: 3.0m  
Specifications  
Specifications  
T-7  
Type: Semi-Open/Dynamic type  
Freq. Response: 20~20,000Hz  
Output Impedance: 77Ω  
Sensitivity: 98dB (dB/mW)  
Rated Input: 23mW  
Maximum Input: 100mW  
Sound Pressure Level: 118dB  
Weight: Approx. 230g  
Type: Semi-Open/RP Dynamic  
Freq. Response: 25~25,000Hz  
Output Impedance: 50Ω  
Sensitivity: 93dB (dB/mW)  
Rated Input: 10mW  
Maximum Input: 200mW  
Sound Pressure Level: 116dB  
Weight: Approx. 360g  
Cable Length: 2.5m  
Cable Length: 3.0m  
Specifications  
Specifications  
M321  
Type: Uni-direction/Dynamic type  
Freq. Response: 90~16,000Hz  
Output Impedance: 500Ω  
Sensitivity: -56dB (0dB=1V/Pa)  
Connector: 3 Pin Cannon type  
Weight: Approx. 240g  
Type: Uni-direction/Dynamic type  
Freq. Response: 60~16,000Hz  
Output Impedance: 500Ω  
Sensitivity: -54dB (0dB=1V/Pa)  
Connector: 3 Pin Cannon type  
Weight: Approx. 285g  
Cable Length: 5.0m  
Cable Length: 5.0m  
Dimensions: ø55 x 169mm  
Dimensions: ø54 x 168mm  
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Declaration of EC Directive  
This equipment is compatible with the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) - Directive on approximation of member  
nation's ordinance concerning the electromagnetic compatibility and with the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/  
EEC) - Directive on approximation of member nation's ordinance concerning electric equipment designed to be  
used within the specified voltage range.  
The Affect of Immunity on This Equipment  
The affect of the European specification EN50082-1 (coexistence of electromagnetic waves - common immunity specification)  
on this equipment are as shown below.  
* In the electrical fast transient / burst requirements, radiated electromagnetic field requirements and static electricity discharg-  
ing environment, this could be affected by generation of noise in some cases.  
FOSTEX DISTRIBUTORS LIST IN EUROPE  
* Including non - EU countries. * underlined: contracted distributors (as of August, 2000)  
<AUSTRIA>  
<ITALY>  
NAME: ATEC Audio-u. Videogeraete VertriebsgesmbH.  
ADD: Im Winkel 5, A-2325 Velm, Austria  
TEL: (+43) 2234-74004, FAX: (+43) 2234-74074  
NAME: General Music S. p. A.  
ADD:Via delle Rose, 12 S. Giovanni M. (RN), Italy  
TEL: (+39) 0541-959511, FAX: (+39) 0541-957404  
<BELGIUM>  
<THE NETHERLANDS>  
NAME: Sound Industries NV  
NAME: IEMKE ROOS AUDIO B. V.  
ADD: Kuiperbergweg 20, 1101 AG Amsterdam, The Nether-  
lands  
ADD: Bijvennestraat 1A, B3500 Hasselt, Belgium  
TEL: (+32) 11-232355, FAX: (+32) 11-232172  
TEL: (+31) 20-697-2121, FAX: (+31) 20-697-4201  
<DENMARK>  
<NORWAY>  
NAME: SC Sound ApS  
ADD: Malervej 2, DK-2630 Taastrup, Denmark  
TEL: (+45) 4399-8877, FAX: (+45) 4399-8077  
NAME: Siv. Ing. Benum A/S  
ADD: P. O. Box 145 Vinderen, 0319 Oslo 3, Norway  
TEL: (+47) 22-139900, FAX: (+47) 22-148259  
<FINLAND>  
<PORTUGAL>  
NAME: Noretron Oy Audio  
ADD: P. O. Box 22, FIN-02631 Espoo, Finland  
TEL: (+358) 9-5259330, FAX: (+358) 9-52593352  
NAME: Caius - Tecnologias Audio e Musica, Lda.  
ADD: Rua de Santa Catarina, 131 4000 Porto, Portugal  
TEL: (+351) 2-2086009/2001394  
<FRANCE>  
NAME: Musikengro  
FAX: (+351) 2-2054760/2087488  
<SPAIN>  
NAME: Multitracker. S. A.  
ADD: ZAC de Folliouses, B. P. 609, 01706 Les Echets, France  
TEL: (+33) 472 26 27 00, FAX: (+33) 472 26 27 01  
ADD: C/Garcilaso No. 9, Madrid 28010, Spain  
TEL: (+34) 91-4470700, 91-4470898, FAX: (+34) 91-5930716  
<GERMANY>  
NAME: Studiosound & Music GmbH  
<SWEDEN>  
NAME: Professional Television AB  
ADD: Industriestrasse 20, D-35041 Marburg, F. R. Germany  
TEL: (+49) 6421-92510, FAX: (+49) 6421-925119  
ADD: Kavallerivagen 24, 172 48 Sundbyberg, Sweden  
TEL: (+46) 8-59798000, FAX: (+46) 8-59798001  
<GREECE>  
NAME: Bon Studio S. A.  
<SWITZERLAND>  
NAME: Audio Bauer Pro AG  
ADD: 6 Zaimi Street, Exarchia, 106.83 Athens, Greece  
TEL: (+30) 1-3809605-8, 3302059, FAX: (+30) 1-3845755  
ADD: Bernerstrasse-Nord 182, CH-8064 Zurich, Switzerland  
TEL: (+41) 1-4323230, FAX: (+41) 1-4326558  
<ICELAND>  
NAME: I. D. elrf. electronic Ltd.  
ADD: Armula 38 108 Reykjavik, Iceland  
TEL: (+354) 588 5010, FAX: (+354) 588 5011  
<UK>  
NAME: SCV London  
ADD: 3A 6-24 Southgate Road, London N1 3JJ, England, UK  
TEL: (+44) 171-923-1892, FAX: (+44) 171-241-3644  
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