Fostex Musical Instrument VM08 User Manual

Owner’s Manual

Model

Eight Channel Digital Mixer with DSP Effects

Introduction

Thank you very much for purchasing the Fostex VM08.

The VM08 digital mini-mixer does all internal signal processing digitally.

The input section consists of eight analog input channels including four for

microphones. The output section, in addition to normal analog outputs such

as two channel stereo and a headphone output, also has S/P DIF digital opti-

cal output with a 44.1 kHz sampling frequency: and 20 bit quantization.

The internal buss is two channel stereo L/R, plus an independent Effects buss

(1, 2) and an AUX buss (1, 2).

In addition to each input channel, an EQ is also provided for the master out-

put. The VM08 also incorporates high performance DSP multi-effects on two

channels that operate by A.S.P. (Fostex Advanced Signal Processing Technol-

ogy*) exclusively developed by Fostex. This allows a wide range of equalizing

and effects processing. All settings, including mix and effects settings, are

stored in scene memory, and a desired scene memory can be recalled instan-

taneously. Although small and lightweight, the VM08 is a high performance

unit. Please read this manual carefully before operation to understand all

functions of the VM08.

* See page 18 for more details on the A.S.P. (Fostex Advanced Signal Process-

ing Technology).

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Table of Contents

Precautions (please read before use)

Power Supply

Precautions............................................3

Names and Functions...........................4

Before Operation...................................6

* 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.

Remove the insulation paper.......................6

Caution when powering ON.........................6

Reset of VM08.................................................6

Internal battery for the memory back up...6

* 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.

Peripheral Equipment Connection.....7

Application Examples...........................9

Initial State of the VM08.......................11

Normal Mix Mode.................................12

* 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 unit.

Channel Parameter Edit Mode..........14

Setup method for PAN setting....................14

EQ setup method..........................................15

Setup method of the effect send level.......15

Setup method of the aux send level..........16

PRE/POST setup method............................17

* Do not let water or other liquids,

flammable materials, or metal objects such

as pins get in side the unit.

These things may cause electric shock or

short circuit the VM08, and damage it.

If the VM08 should become wet, unplug

the AC adaptor from the AC outlet, and

contact your authorized service station.

Effect Edit Mode...................................18

About the effect types.................................19

Selecting the effect type..............................20

Effect parameter settings............................21

Muting an effect...........................................21

Effect parameter details..............................22

Location

Scene Memory Mode..........................24

Storing a scene memory.............................24

Recalling a scene memory..........................24

Level adjust..................................................25

Fader adjust.................................................25

Directly recalling a scene memory...........26

Clearing a scene memory...........................26

Avoid using the VM08 in the following

locations:

* Locations of extreme low or high tempera-

tures, or extreme changes in temperature.

* Locations with excessive moisture or dust.

* Locations where direct sunlight falls for an

extended time, or near a stove or other

source of heat.

Setup Mode..........................................27

Making settings in setup mode..................27

Details of the setup menu...........................27

Input 5/6 input setting...................................27

Input 7/8 input setting...................................27

Fader fix setting...............................................28

Channel fader recall setting...........................28

Master fader recall setting..............................28

Foot switch setting...........................................28

Battery check....................................................28

* Locations where electrical voltage varies.

* Unstable locations or where there is heavy

vibration.

* Near strong magnetic fields (on top of a

television or speaker).

Specifications......................................29

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Names and Functions

ST OUT

PHONES

6/5

8/7

TRIM

AD-9B

ONLY

-10

-50

-10

-50

-10

-50

-10

-50

OUT

S/P DIF

RESET

FOOT SW

AUX SEND

INPUT

DC IN

10 11

1. AC adaptor connector

4. RESET switch

This switch resets the CPU inside VM08. Refer to

page 6 for details.

Connect the AC adaptor, included in the acces-

sory kit, to a wall AC socket and plug the adaptor

output cable to this jack (Be sure to use the adap-

tor included in the VM08 package).

5. AUX send jack

AUX SEND level signals, adjusted in the channel

parameter edit mode, are output here. Refer to

pages 8 and 17 for details.

2. S/P DIF optical output connector

The same signal output from the ST OUT L/R jack

is output here as digital audio signal in the S/P

DIF format.

6. STEREO OUT L, R jack

The mixed signal is output to the MTR, stereo moni-

tor system or to other mixers. Output level is ad-

justed by the MASTER fader.

3. Foot switch connecting jack

A foot switch (Fostex Model 8051) is plugged in

here. The foot switch function can be changed by

the [SETUP mode] explained later. The initial set-

ting recalls the scene memory. Refer to page 27

for details.

7. Headphone jack

The monitoring headphone is connected here.

Use the PHONES control to adjust the sound level.

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(page 18), the scene memory mode (page 24) and

the setup mode (page 27). Refer to their respec-

tive explanation for details.

8. TRIM knob

Input gain is adjusted with this TRIM knob for each

sound source connected to input jacks 1 ~ 4.

The input level is adjustable over a wide range

from line level down to mic level.

20. Data encoder

This dial is rotated to make settings such as setup

of PAN and EQ. This dial works in the channel

parameter edit mode (page 14), the scene memory

mode (page 24) and the effects edit mode (page

18). Refer to their respective explanations for

details.

9. INPUT jacks

External sound sources are input here.

INPUTS 1 ~ 4 comply to mic/line and input gain

can be adjusted with the TRIM knob. INPUT's 5/6

and 7/8 are exclusively for line level signals.

10. Contrast adjusting knob

The LCD display contrast is adjusted with this

knob.

21. Master fader

This adjusts the master level of signal output from

the STEREO OUT L, R jacks and S/P DIF OUT.

11. LCD display

Various figures are displayed here. Refer to [Ini-

tial state of VM08] in page 11 for details.

22. Input fader

Signal levels of sound sources connected to each

INPUT jack can be adjusted with these faders. In-

put faders 5/6 and 7/8 controls both channels at

the same time.

12. Scene number display

The current scene number is displayed here.

Refer to [Scene memory mode] on page 24 for de-

tails.

23. EFF/AUX select key

The channel parameter edit mode is entered when

this key is pressed and EFFECT send output and

AUX send output can be adjusted. Refer to [Chan-

nel parameter edit mode] on page 14 for details.

13. Status indicator

Using the channel parameter edit mode explained

later, what is currently setup can be confirmed by

the dot display. Items to be set can be selected

with the PAN/EQ key or the EFF/AUX key. Refer

to [Channel parameter edit mode] on page 14 for

details.

24. PAN/EQ select key

The channel parameter edit mode is entered when

this key is pressed to setup of PAN and EQ. Refer

to [Channel parameter edit mode] on page 14 for

details.

14. Scene Recall key

This is pressed to recall the scene memory ex-

plained later. Refer to [Recall of the scene memory]

on page 24 for details.

25. Fader adjust key

This key warns by blinking if a fader position drifts

or sound volume is accidentally changed at switch

ON of power or at recall of the scene memory. Use

this key to enter the fader adjust mode to manu-

ally adjust the fader position. Refer to [Fader ad-

just mode] on page 25 for details.

15. Scene Store key

This is pressed to store a scene memory. Refer to

[Storing the scene memory] on page 24 for de-

tails.

26. Level adjust key

16. Effect 2 key

This key will blink together with of the FADER

ADJUST key. The level adjust mode is entered

when this key is pressed so the sound level can be

matched to the present fader position. Refer to

[Level adjust mode] on page 25 for details.

This is pressed to select the EFF 2 effects type or

the parameter to be edited. Also, if this key is

pressed while pressing the EXIT key, muting of EFF

2 can be switched ON/OFF. Refer to [Effect edit

mode] on page 18 for details.

27. Channel On/Channel Select key

17. Effect 1 key

The channel to be edited can be selected while in

the channel parameter edit mode. In other modes,

channel ON/OFF is possible. Refer to [Normal mix

mode] on page 12 and [Channel parameter edit

mode] on page 14 for details.

This is pressed to select the EFF 1 effects type or

the parameter to be edited. Also, if this key is

pressed while pressing the EXIT key, muting of EFF

1 can be switched ON/OFF. Refer to [Effect edit

mode] on page 18 for details.

28. Headphone volume

This adjusts the monitor headphone sound vol-

ume.

18. Enter key

This is used to accept the current mode setting.

This key will setup scene memory (page 24), the

setup mode (page 27) and also the setup of ef-

fects type (page 18). Please refer to their respec-

tive explanation for details.

19. Exit key

This is used to exit from all modes but the normal

mix mode. This key works for the channel param-

eter edit mode (page 14), the effects edit mode

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Before Operation

(IMPORTANT Be sure to read below before first using your VM08.)

* Remove the insulation paper

The VM08 uses a memory back up battery inside. You

will find a piece of insulation paper attached to avoid

current dissipation. When using the VM08 for the first time,

turn ON the power and then remove the insulation paper. The

insulation paper is easily removed by pulling it in direc-

tion of arrow as shown at right.

Insulation paper

* Caution when powering on

There is no power switch in VM08.

Power is switched ON/OFF simply by plugging and

unplugging the VM08’s AC adaptor plug.

Be sure to switch off power to the monitor ampli-

fier connected to the VM08 output or fully retard

the input level controls to prevent dam-

age to connected speakers when

switching power ON/OFF in this

manner.

ST OUT

PHONES

8/7

6/5

TRIM

AD-9B

ONL

-10

-50

-10

-50

-10

-50

-10

-50

OUT

RESET

FOOT SW

AUX SEND

INPUT

DC IN

DIGITAL

RESET switch

AC adaptor

< Caution >

If the VM08 is not to be used for a long time, be sure

to unplug the AC adaptor from the wall outlet.

* Reset of VM08

It is possible for the computer to malfunction at power ON/OFF or by electro induction noise from light-

ning. In this happens, switch the power ON/OFF to the VM08 several times. If it does not return to normal

operation, press the rear panel [RESET] switch with a slender ball point pen or similar tool. This returns all

settings to the initial figures setup at shipping from the plant. This procedure can be used to clear all

stored scene memories.

If reset is executed with the INPUT and MASTER raised simultaneous with start up of this unit, the

LEVEL ADJUST key/FADER ADJUST key will blink. This indicates that the VM08 has entered the

Level Adjust Mode/Fader Adjust Mode because of the difference between present fader position

and the fader position at start up following reset. To exit from this mode, retard all faders to the

[MIN] position, and the key blinking will stop.

* Internal battery for the memory back up

The internal battery has a life expectancy of about two years.

When the battery runs low and its voltage falls below a cer-

tain level, the warning message "BattEmpty" will appear in

the display. If you continue to use the unit an old battery,

your stored scene memories will be lost when the power is

turned off. Do not try to replace the battery yourself as there are

no user-serviceable parts inside. Please ask your Fostex distribu-

tor or an authorized service station to do the job.

There is an automatic internal battery voltage check function in the VM08.

Refer to [Setup mode] on page 27.

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Peripheral Equipment Connection

The schematic below is an example of external equipment connected to the VM08.

To avoid possible speaker damage, please be sure to unplug the AC adaptor when connecting

external equipment to the IN/OUT connectors of the Fostex VM08.

Monitor Speaker

External Effect Unit/External Mixer etc.

Guitar & Guitar Processer

Amplifier

Monitor headphone

Digital Master Recorder

ST OUT

PHONES

6/5

8/7

TRIM

AD-9B

ONLY

-10

-50

-10

-50

-10

-50

-10

-50

OUT

RESET

FOOT SW

INPUT

DC IN

DIGITAL

AUX SEND

Microphone

AC Adaptor

Footswitch

Synthesizer

1) ST.OUT L, R jack

These are unbalanced phone jacks where an external monitor (amplifier+ speaker) or analog master re-

corder can be connected. The standard output level is -10dBV.

2) INPUT 1 ~ 4 jacks

These are unbalanced phone jacks for microphones and sound sources such as a guitar. TRIM knobs are

provided for each jack by so input levels can be adjusted to match the sound source, from microphone

input to line level signals.

3) INPUT 5/6 (INPUT 7/8) jacks

TRS type phone jacks for connecting line level sound sources.

As shown in the schematic, both stereo and mono output sound sources can be connected. For either type

signals, the input mode can be selected using the VM08’s setup mode. Refer to [Setup mode] on page 27

for setup of the input mode. Refer to next page for details in preparing and wiring the TRS phone plug.

The standard input level is -6dBV.

4) AUX SEND 1/2 jack

TRS type phone jacks where external effects and mixers can be connected. Two channels, namely, AUX

SEND 1 and 2 are output here. One or two external units can be connected. See the next page for details

in preparing and wiring a TRS phone plug. The standard output level is -10dBV.

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5) FOOT SW jack

This is an unbalanced type phone jack. An unlatch type foot switch (Fostex Model 8051) can be plugged in

here. Operations using the foot switch are selectable in the [Setup mode]. Refer to [Setup mode] on page

27 for details.

6) DC IN connector

Plug-in the tip of the power cord of the exclusive AC adaptor (AD-9B) here and plug the adaptor into a

household AC wall outlet. Since the VM08 does not have a power switch, ON/OFF of power is done by

plugging and unplugging the AC adaptor from the AC wall outlet. If you don’t plan on using the VM08 for

some length of time, the AC adaptor must be unplugged from the AC wall outlet.

7) S/P DIF OUT connector

The same signals output from ST OUT L, R are output here as digital (S/P DIF) signals.

Signals mixed in an external digital master recorder connected here can be recorded in digital as shown in

the schematic. If external digital equipment to be connected is provided with only COAXIAL (RCA pin jack)

type IN/OUT connectors, use the optional Fostex COP-1/96k optical-coaxial converting adaptor sold sepa-

rately.

* INPUT 5/6 (7/8) and AUX SEND 1/2 jacks

TRS type jacks used at INPUT 5/6, TRS type jacks used at INPUT 5/6 (7/8) and AUX SEND 1/2, and

TRS phone plugs or unbalanced phone plugs can be connected here, as shown below. The phone plug

should be wired as shown below.

TRS Phone plug

Phone plug

INPUT 5/6, INPUT 7/8 jacks:

AUX SEND OUT 1/2 jack:

* How to input a stereo signal:

* Connecting two external equipment:

In order to input a stereo output signal to chan-

nels 5/6 or 7/8, a stereo cable with a STEREO

phone plug wired as shown in the schematic

should be used. Set the INPUT 5/6 input mode or

INPUT 7/8 input mode in the setup mode to [Ste-

reo]. The L signal of the stereo input signal will

be applied to channel 5 (or 7) and the R signal to

channel 6 (or 8). Refer to [Setup mode] on page

27 to setup the input mode.

Wire the TRS phone plug to two phone plugs as

shown in the schematic to connect two separate

pieces of equipment to AUX SEND 1/2.

By doing so, the AUX SEND 1 signal and AUX SEND

2 signal will be separately output to the two.

VM08 side

External Equipment

Music source side

VM08 side

* Connecting a single external equipment:

In order to connect a single external piece of

equipment to the AUX SEND 1/2 jack, the unbal-

anced phone plug is connected as shown in the

schematic.

* How to input a monaural signal:

In order to input a monaural output signal to

channels 5/6 or 7/8, an unbalanced phone plug,

as shown in the schematic, is used for the con-

nection and the INPUT 5/6 input mode or IN-

PUT 7/8 input mode in the "setup mode" is set

to [In 5 > Mono] (or [In 7 > Mono]).

This will output only the AUX SEND 1 signal.

The monaural signal will be simultaneously in-

put to channels 5 and 6 (or 7 and 8). When

setting the input mode, refer to [Setup mode]

on page 27 for details.

External Equipment

VM08 side

Music source side

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Application Example

The following are actual examples in application of VM08 and could be helpful in your applica-

tion.

<Example-1> : To expand the FD-8 analog simultaneous recording channel

The FD-8 analog simultaneous recording track can

S/P DIF signal

be extended to "4" by connecting the FD-8 DATA

IN jack to the VM08 S/P DIF OUT jack.

You can also take advantage of the high quality DSP

DATA IN

S/P DIF

multi-effects contained in the VM08 when record-

ing.

VM08

Analog In

FD-8

<Example-2> : To use as a MONO IN/STEREO OUT effects

The VM08 internal DSP multi-effects can be utilized

for high quality external processing by connecting

the VM08 ST OUT L/R to the FD-8 AUX RTN L/R

AUX SEND

AUX RTN L/R

INPUT

ST OUT L, R

jack. If the input channel fader is set to "0" and the

EFF BUSS is sent via the pre-fader, the effects sound

only can be output from ST OUT.

VM08

FD-8

<Example-3> : For use as a sub-mixer for a live keyboard player

Keyboard & Sound Module

The VM08 can be utilized as a sub mixer for a key-

board and sound source module. A scene memory

in which the sound volume balance had been set

can then be switched with the foot switch.

PA Mixer

8051

VM08

<Example-4> : To use as a small facility mixer

CD player

In a sequence such as MC only -> MC+Music ->

Music, by pre-storing the sound volume balance in

the scene memory, the scene memory can be se-

quentially called up.

SPA11

VM08

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<Example-5> : For one take live studio recording

Keyboard

You can use the VM08 to send the mixed digital

audio via S/P DIF to a DAT or PC with Digital In.

You can also add the internal digital effect when

mixing audio.

PC audio board with

digital in

S/P DIF

OPEN/

S/P DIF

DAT

VM08

<Example-6> : To produce original Remix

Sampler & CD player

You can send the remixed sound of the Sampler

and CD player with the internal digital effect to a

DAT recorder via the S/P DIF.

S/P DIF signal

DAT

POWER

^DISPTIME

JOG

/SHTL

RAM

SCRUB

PREVIEW

/REPEA

^DISPLEVEL

OFF

MARGIN

RESET

OPEN/

PNO

LOC

INPUT

MONITOR

QUIT

UTO-ID

WRITE

ERASE

CHASE

/RCL

D-15 DIGITAL MASTER RECORDER

AUTO

SELECT

EXECUTE

/SET

PHONES

REC

START

SKIP

END

RENUM

OFFSET

MUTE

INSTANT

START

CUE

UTO

BLANK

START ID SEARCH

VM08

MIN

MAX

RECORD

STOP

PLAY

REWIND

FWD

CAL

CH1

CAL

CH2

9P-REMOTE

LOCAL

OPTICAL

EXT

48kHz

OFF

ANALOG

INT

44.1kHz

INPUT

LEVEL

REMOTE

GPI

INPUT

CLOCK

SAMPLING FREQ

MIN

MAX

MIN

MAX

<Example-7> : To do you own Sound Track Video Editing

Video

Camera

You can add your favorite background music, origi-

nal sound effects and narration when editing vid-

eos.

Audio signal

Video

signal

VTR

VM08

X-14

<Example-8> : As a practice aid for your musical instruments

You can use the VM08 to practice your musical in-

struments with added effects on top of backing

tracks recorded on MTR’s such as the X-14.

AMP

multitracker

X-14

VM08

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VM08 Initial State

The following explains what to do the first time you use the VM08 right out of the shipping

carton. When the AC adaptor is plugged into the AC wall outlet and the power cord plugged

into the DC IN connector, power will be applied and the VM08, and the display/operating panel

lamps will light in the modes explained below. This is the same sa when the CPU is reset by

pressing the RESET switch.

* Character display section:

Following the <<FOSTEX>> ->

<<VM08>> display, [Init.Mix] will be

displayed. If the INPUT fader/MAS-

TER fader is manipulated in this

state, [E] will be lit behind the

[Init.Mix] display (Refer to next

page).

* MASTER fader section:

The MASTER fader position is in-

dicated by numbers 00 ~ 99.

The initial setting is [00] which is

the initial mix setting (The fader

[MIN] position).

* Scene number display section:

The current active scene number (00

~ 20) is displayed.

In the initial setting, [00] will be dis-

played.

SCENE NO.

MASTER

MAX

* Channel fader display section:

After entering the channel param-

eter edit mode, the INPUT fader

position of the channel selected by

the CH ON/CH SEL key will be in-

dicated by numbers 00 ~ 99. In

the initial state, nothing is dis-

played. For details, refer to [Chan-

nel parameter edit mode] on page

14.

MIN

* Level display section:

* Status indicator:

In the channel parameter edit mode and

fader adjust mode, the signal level input

to each INPUT jack for channels 1 ~ 8

will be indicated by the pre-fader. In

other words, regardless to the INPUT

fader set position, the input signal level

will be constantly displayed. Because,

INPUT of channels 1 ~ 4 must handle low

level signals such as from a microphone,

a TRIM knob is provided for each chan-

nel to adjust the gain. The best gain level

can be obtained by watching this display.

Channels L and R display indicates sig-

nal levels at the STEREO OUT L, R jacks

but in the initial state, the level meter

will not fluctuate since the MASTER fader

is set to the [MIN] position. Should the

input and output signal levels reach the

[OL] (over load) level, the sound will dis-

torted, so care must be taken in adjust-

ing the TRIM adjust/INPUT fader.

The dot selected by the chan-

nel parameter edit mode will

light but nothing lights in the

initial state. Refer to [Chan-

nel parameter edit mode] on

page 14 for details.

* CH ON/CH SEL key:

The channel to be edited can be selected with this

key in the channel parameter edit mode and, in

other modes, each channel can be switched ON/

OFF. In the initial state, all channels will be indi-

cated as ON and the key LED's will all light.

< Please remember this! >

* The scene number of the sber of the ssber of the scene memory which the user can setup are [00] ~

[20] but the preset scene [00] cannot be changed. Refer to page 24 for details on the scene memory.

* If, for some reason, you would like to return the VM08 setting to the factory default figure, refer to

[Reset of VM08] on page 6.

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Normal Mix Mode

Normal mix mode means each INPUT fader/MASTER fader is active, and the ON/OFF of each

channel is operational so basic mixing functions can be executed. When the VM08 is in [Initial

state of VM08], as explained in the previous section, if the INPUT fader of the channel to which

a signal is being input (Example: The channel 1 INPUT fader if a sound source is connected to

INPUT 1.) and the MASTER fader is raised, signals will be output from the rear panel STEREO

OUT L, R jacks and the S/P DIF optical connector. Also, if headphones are connected to the

PHONES jack, the same signal will be heard in the headphones. The headphone monitoring

sound volume can be adjusted by the top panel PHONES knob. Throughout these operation,

the VM08 LCD display will change as explained below.

* Character display section:

* The MASTER fader display section:

The present position to which the MAS-

TER fader is set will be indicated by

numbers 00 ~ 99. The standard level

setup number is [80].

[E] lights following the [Init.Mix] display. This [E] symbol

means "edit" and indicates that the setting had been changed

from the initial state. At this point of operation, the initial

state had been changed by this moving the INPUT and MAS-

TER faders.

* Level display section:

The input signal level

will be displayed for

channels 1 ~ 4, 5/6 and

7/8 and the output

level in accordance to

the MASTER fader posi-

tion indicated by L and

* Scene number display

section:

The current scene number

will be displayed.

* Status display section:

Nothing will light up in the

normal mix mode.

All channels are ON.

< Useful information !>

* When the MASTER fader is rotated, its position will be digitally indicated in the MASTER fader section

in the display and the sound volume will vary. A digital indication of the INPUT fader position will

be displayed in the [Channel parameter edit mode] explained in the next section. For details, refer to

[Channel parameter edit mode] on page 14.

* The relationship between the actual gain and the INPUT fader and MASTER fader is, 00= -∞, 80dB=0dB,

99=+6dB.

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If [Fader Fix mode], discussed below, in the [Setup mode] is set to [ON], no signal will be output even

though the fader is moved. The [FADER FIX mode] is set to [OFF]. For details refer to [Setup mode] on

page 27.

Mute of the various input channel/master output:

Mute ON/OFF of channels 1 ~ 4, 5/6, 7/8 and master output can be done using the CH ON/CH

SEL key. Normally, the CH ON/CH SEL keys for channels 1 ~ 4, 5/6, 7/8 and MASTER are all ON

(key LED is lit). Therefore, when the CH ON/CH SEL key of the channel you wish to mute is

pressed, sound from that channel only will be muted (the CH ON/CH SEL key LED of the channel

that was pressed will be extinguished). Mute ON/OFF alternates with each pressing of the CH

ON/CH SEL key.

Mute ON channel (LED is off).

In addition to operating with the CH ON/CH SEL key,

mute ON/OFF of master output is also possible using

the foot switch (Optional Model 8051).

In the foot switch functional setting is set for [Mute

function of master output] in the [Setup mode] of

the VM08, mute can be executed by stepping on the

foot switch. For details on the [Setup mode], please

refer to page 27.

In the normal mix mode, if the position of the INPUT fader/MASTER fader before switching off power

is different from when power is switched on (refer to schematic below), the FADER ADJUST and LEVEL

ADJUST key LED’s (red) will flash. This is because the fader setting before switching off power is in

memory, and the VM08 is indicating that fader and level adjustment is possible.

The fader position can be reset to the position prior to switching off power, and the level position can

be deliberately set to the present sound volume setting.

* To return to the setting before switching off power:

Press the flashing FADER ADJUST key (It will enter the fader adjust mode). Subsequently, adjust each

fader position by referring to [Fader adjust mode] explanation.

* To set to the present fader position:

Press the flashing LEVEL ADJUST key and the VM08 will enter the level adjust mode.

Then setup by following [Level adjust mode] on page 27.

If it is not necessary to match the fader positions, the FADER ADJUST key flashing will extinguished

after all faders are moved and the VM08 will return to the normal mix mode.

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Channel Parameter Edit Mode

Twelve items, as shown in list below, can be set by the channel parameter edit mode. Regard-

less of the VM08’s current mode, their respective edit modes can be entered by executing the

key operations listed below. To exit from the channel parameter edit mode, press the EXIT key.

Setting Item

Setup of PAN (sound image)

Setup of LO-EQ

Executing Key

Changing the channel Changing the setup content

When the PAN/EQ key is repeat-

edly pressed, the setup item will

alternately switch. In the initial

state, the channel 1 PAN setup will

be displayed.

Setup of MID-EQ

Setup of HI-EQ

Channel 1 is selected in

the initial state and the

Level setup of EFF SEND 1

When the EFF/AUX key is repeat-

edly pressed, the setup item will

alternately switch. In the initial

state, the channel 1 EFF SEND 1

level setup will be displayed.

channel to be edited is se-

Setup is changed by utilizing

Level setup of EFF SEND 2

lected by pressing each re-

the DATA encoder.

spective CH ON/CH SEL

key. The CH ON/CH SEL

key LED (green) of the se-

lected channel will blink.

Level setup of AUX SEND 1

Level setup of AUX SEND 2

If the EFF/AUX key is pressed

while pressing on the EXIT key, the

setup item will alternately switch.

In the initial state, the display will

be PRE/POST setup of channel 1

EFF SEND 1.

PRE/POST setup of EFF SEND 1

PRE/POST setup of EFF SEND 2

PRE/POST setup of AUX SEND 1

PRE/POST setup of AUX SEND 2

When selecting a desired item, each time the respective key is pressed, it will move to the next item, and

if the key is held down, it will change one item backward in the setup item list.

Setup method for PAN setting

Balance of channels 1 ~ 4, 5/6, 7/8 and STEREO MASTER signals must be setup.

3. The number is adjusted with the DATA encoder.

1. Press the PAN/EQ key to light up the [PAN] dot

The number can be changed within the range

of [L10] ~ [C] ~ [R10] and the sound image

position will change accordingly. The graphic

display will also change at the same time.

in the status display section.

The LCD will display the following:

* Character display section:

[L10] ~ [L1] ~ [C] ~ [R1] ~ [R10] will be displayed.

[1-Pan: C] will be displayed. Now PAN of channel 1

can be setup, and this indicates that the present

PAN setting is for centering the sound image (C).

The digit moves up and down.

When the DATA encoder is activated to set PAN,

its position will be displayed digitally in 21 steps

within the range of [L10] ~ [C] ~ [R10] but the

actual change in sound will be continuous

(smooth). If channels 5/6 and 7/8 had been se-

lected, balance between the two channels can

be setup. If the MASTER had been selected, bal-

ance between L and R can be setup.

Blinking

Lit

2. Press the desired CH ON/CH SEL key and

select the channel to be adjusted.

CH ON/CH SEL key of the selected channel will

blink.

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Setup method for EQ setting

Individual setup of the low region (LO), mid region (MID) and high region (HI) for the signals of

channels 1 ~ 4, 5/6, 7/8 and STEREO MASTER.

The equalizer specs of VM08 are, 100Hz +/- 18dB (shelving type) for LO-EQ, 1kHz +/- 18dB (peak-

ing type) for MID-EQ, and 10kHz +/- 18dB (shelving type) for HI-EQ. Each can be adjusted in 1dB

steps.

1. [LO], [MID] or [HI] dots in the status display

section will light by successively pressing the

PAN/EQ key.

3. The number is set with the DATA encoder.

The number will change in the range of [-18dB]

~ [+18dB] and the equalized sound will also

change. The graphic display will also change at

the same time.

The LCD display will show the following:

Example: Character display section when [LO] is

made to light.

[+18] ~ [+1] ~ [0] ~ [-1] ~ [-18] will be displayed.

[1-LO: 0] will be displayed. In this condition, LO-

EQ of channel 1 can be adjusted and is the indica-

tion that the present LO-EQ setting is flat (0dB).

Digit will move up and down.

Lit

Blinking

When channels 5/6 and 7/8 are selected, the

two channels will be simultaneously equalized.

If MASTER is selected, both L and R will be equal-

ized at the same time.

2. The channel you wish to adjust is selected by

pressing the desired CH ON/CH SEL key.

The selected channel CH ON/CH SEL key will

blink.

Setup method of the EFFECT SEND level

In the following, the effects send level of the signal in the channel to which effects is to be

applied is adjusted before sending it to the DSP multi-effects (EFF 1/EFF 2) contained in the

VM08. It is also possible for the effect send signal to select either POST (post fader) or PRE (pre-

fader). The VM08 is set to POST (post fader) in the initial state.

* The EFFECT SEND signal adjusted in channels 1 ~ 4, 5/6 and 7/8 is sent to the VM08 internal DSP

multi-effects (EFF1 or EFF 2). The operating explanation used here is based on the effects type

([Norm. HALL] in EFF 1, [CHORUS] in EFF 2) which are preset in EFF 1/EFF 2. Twenty-eight preset

effects for EFF 1 and 38 types for EFF 2 are provided in the VM08.

To select other effects or adjust effect parameters, refer to [Effect edit mode] on page 18.

* Because EFFECT SEND is set in the post fader (the signal controllable by the INPUT fader) in the

initial state, in this explanation it is necessary for the INPUT fader to be raised on the channel in

which the EFFECT SEND level is to be adjusted. In addition, the MASTER fader to adjust output

level from ST OUT L, R is also raised. To setup of the EFFECT SEND PRE/POST, see page 17.

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1. Status display section [E1] or [E2] dots are lit

by pressing the EFF/AUX key.

The LCD will display the following:

3. Adjust the number with the DATA encoder.

The number will change in a [0] ~ [99] range

and the depth of effects will also change. The

graphic display will change at the same time.

[00] ~ [99] will be displayed.

Example: Character section when [E1] is lit.

[1-Eff1:00] is displayed. Channel 1 EFFECT SEND

1 level can now be adjusted. The present EFFECT

SEND 1 level setting is "dry" (0).

Bar graph extends in step by blinking.

Lit

If channels 5/6 or 7/8 are selected, the two

channels will be set at the same time. If MAS-

TER is selected, the effect send level master can

be adjusted and the L, R meter used to indicate

the level.

2. Select the channel to be adjusted by pressing

the desired CH ON/CH SEL key.

Setup method of the AUX SEND level

Adjusting the signal level output from the VM08 rear panel AUX SEND jack (1/2).

The adjusted signal is sent to external equipment (external effects and monitor amplifier) from

the AUX SEND jack. The same as with the EFFECT SEND signal, either POST or PRE can be

selected for the AUX SEND signal. The VM08 is set to POST in the initial state. To change the

setting, please see below [Setup of PRE/POST].

1. Light up the [A1] or [A2] dots in the status

display section but pressing the EFF/AUX key.

The LCD will display the following:

3. Adjust the number with the DATA encoder.

The number will change in the [0] ~ [99] range

and depth of effects will also change. The graph-

ics display will change at the same time.

Example: The character display section with light

[00] ~ [99] will be displayed.

up [A1].

[1-Aux1:00] is displayed. Now, channel 1 AUX

SEND 1 level can be adjusted. This also indicates

that the present AUX SEND 1 level setting is MIN

(00).

Lit

Bar graph extended in step with blinking.

When channels 5/6 or 7/8 are selected, the two

channels will be set at the same time. If MAS-

TER is selected, the effect send level master can

be adjusted and the L, R meter used to display

the level.

2. Press the desired CH ON/CH SEL key and

select the channel you wish to adjust.

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PRE/POST setup method for EFFECT SEND/AUX SEND

In the procedure here, the effect send and AUX send signals are setup for PRE (pre-fader) or

POST (post fader). In the initial state, EFFECT SEND 1, 2, AUX SEND 1, 2 are all setup for POST

(post fader).

PRE (pre-fader) means that the signal is obtained before the INPUT fader and is not affected by the

INPUT fader. POST (post fader) means that the signal is obtained following the INPUT fader and is

affected by the INPUT fader. In other words, in the PRE setting, although the INPUT fader is at MIN,

the EFFECT SEND or AUX SEND levels can be adjusted but in the POST setting, no signal can be sent

if the INPUT fader is at MIN.

1. While pressing the EXIT, press the EFF/AUX key

to light up [E1], [E2], [A1] or [A2] in the status

display section.

3. Adjust the number with the DATA encoder.

[Pre] or [Post] can be selected.

The graphic display will also change at the same

time.

The LCD will display the following:

Changes to [Post] or [Pre].

Example: The character display section with [E1]

is lit

[1-E1: Post] is displayed. Now, channel 1 EFFECT

SEND 1 PRE/POST can be setup. This indicates

that the present EFFECT SEND 1 PRE/POST is set

at POST.

If [Pre] is selected, the blinking 3 digits move upward.

Blinking

Lit

When channels 5/6 or 7/8 are selected, the two

channels will be set at the same time. If MAS-

TER is selected, all channels will be at the same

time.

2. Press the desired CH ON/CH SEL key and

select the channel you wish to adjust.

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Effect Edit Mode

The VM08 offers high quality ambient effects by employing the A. S. P. (Fostex Advanced Signal

Processing Technology), which is exclusively developed by Fostex. With the A. S. P., you can

obtain an incomparably clean and high density Hall Reverb, overwhelmingly clear Room Re-

verb and wonderfully hi-fidelity Plate Reverb. In addition to these typical Reverbs, the VM08

provides not only various practical algorithms such as Delay, Chorus, Flanger and Pitch Bend,

but some combinations of these are also available, e.g., Delay+Reverb.

* A. S. P. (Fostex Advanced Signal Processing Technology)

The A. S. P. is an exclusive new digital effect processing technology designed by

Fostex. This method extracts maximum efficiency from the limited DSP power.

It achieves an overwhelmingly high density Early Reflection sound and wonder-

fully smooth High Dump response through the H. F. A. (Harmonic Feedback

Algorithm). Also, it carries out an elaborate reverb simulation with clear sounds

through the H. D. L. P. (Hi-Density Logarithmic Processing), which eliminates

the mutual interference between the numerous integrated delay modules and

reduce the impurity and girt of the sound.

* H. F. A. (Harmonic Feedback Algorithm)

There is one of indispensable elements in the natural echo called “Early Reflection Sound,” which is

usually sacrificed in commercial reverb products in order to reduce costs. (In practice, the Early

Reflection Sound means the very first reverberated sound that bounces back from walls, floors and

ceilings of concert halls). The entire reverb sound quality depends on this Early Reflection Sound

and how closely it can resemble the real echo. The H. F. A. is an algorithm that enables the effect unit

to reproduce a clear and natural Early Reflection Sound by applying an ideal harmonic feedback to

each delay module.

* H. D. L. P. (Hi-Density Logarithmic Processing)

The reverb sounds consist of lots of small delay elements combined in a complex way, which are

produced by many delay modules inside the effect unit. In order to obtain smooth and comfortable

reverb sounds, it is very important to efficiently organize the relationship between each delay mod-

ule and minimize negative mutual interference. The H. D. L. P. is a technology which applies efficient

logarithmic processing to each delay module, so that they can work in the most efficient way in order

to eliminate harmful reverb elements and roughness. This makes it possible to establish high density

and transparent sounds.

Before the partical operation, we will briefly discuss the effect functions here such as Reverb,

Delay, Chorus, and Flanger, which are integrated in the VM08.

Reverb:

Delay:

The so called Reverb effect consists of various reflec-

tion sounds mixed together. For example, when you

clap your hands in a tunnel, you will hear the sound

linger even after you stop clapping your hands. This

is the Reverb.

The sounds we normally hear in daily life have three

types of sounds mixed together, i.e., “Direct sound,”

“Early Reflection sound” and “Late Reflection sound.”

The Direct sound means the sound directly reaches

the ears from the sound source. The Early Reflection

sound means the sound that comes after the Direct

sound and has rebound off the wall of the tunnel up

to a few times. The Late Reflection sound means that

the sound rebounds many times long after the Direct

sound has disappeared. Our ears normally hear the

“Direct sound” - “Early Reflection sound” - “Late Re-

flection sound” in the order.

This is the effect to added a delayed sound to the

original sound. You can obtain a richer sound or com-

pletely change the original source sound by using the

Delay.

Chorus:

This makes the one original sound appear to have

many sources. The Chorus is used to widen or thicken

the original sound.

Flanger:

The Flanger is one of applications of the Delay. This

is used to create a sound like a jet airplane ascending

or descending.

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About the effect types

The VM08 contains two independent DSP multi-effect units; EFF 1 and EFF 2.

A variety of effect types are preset for each effect unit. By selecting a suitable effect type, you

can process the sound as you wish. You can also edit the parameters of the selected effect type

to create your own effect sounds.

The following 28 effect types are preset for EFF 1. The 38 effect types shown on the next page

are provided for EFF 2, and these include the same 28 effect types as EFF 1.

Effect types preset for EFF 1

Name

Parameter type

REVERB

Explanation

Norm HALL

Standard hall reverb; detailed and transparent, with a moderate amount of early

reflections.

Pres HALL

Wet HALL

NoER HALL

Lo-F HALL

STADIUM

REVERB

Hall reverb with presence and definition.

Hall reverb with restrained high-frequency and a refreshing atmosphere.

All-purpose hall reverb with no early reflections, and even decay of all frequencies.

Hall reverb with lingering low-frequency reverberation.

Stadium reverb characterized by long early reflections.

Auditrium

Reverb simulating an auditorium with suppressed reverberation.

Reverb with a long pre-delay, creating the impression of an extended space.

Room reverb simulating a moderate space with some sparkle.

Space HALL

Norm ROOM

10 Dead ROOM

Room reverb simulating a narrow and dead room. Adding a slight amount will give warmth

to the sound.

11 Pres ROOM

12 DrumBOOTH

13 GARAGE

REVERB

All-purpose room reverb, with good definition and few early reflections.

Room reverb simulating a drum booth.

Room reverb simulating a narrow and live space like a garage, with crisp presence.

Modern-sounding plate reverb with wide bandwidth.

14 NormPLATE

15 Old PLATE

16 PresPLATE

17 Wet PLATE

18 DigiPLATE

19 NormVOCAL

20 PresVOCAL

Standard plate reverb with the character of older plate units.

Plate reverb with good definition and extended high-frequencies.

Plate reverb with a gentle character.

Plate reverb that emphasizes a digital character, with metallic early reflections.

All-purpose hall reverb with no early reflections, and uniform decay at all frequencies.

Short reverberation with extended high frequency is added to the early reflections of an

ideal vocal booth. Since this adds sparkle to the sound, it is effective when you wish to

bring the vocal to the forefront.

21 SoloVOCAL

REVERB

Plate-like reverb is added to a spacious short delay. This blends well with any genre of

music.

22 Arena VOC

23 Arena CHO

REVERB

Gentle reverb is added to spacious stadium-type early reflections.

Short reverb with extended high frequency is added to spacious stadium-type early

reflections. Effective on chorus parts.

24 KARAOKE

25 MnDL-HALL

26 MnDL-PLT

27 PnDL-HALL

28 PnDL-PLT

REVERB

All-purpose reverb (karaoke style) that makes any vocal sound professional.

A combined effect of mono delay and hall reverb.

DLY+REVERB

A combined effect of mono delay and plate reverb.

A combined effect of panning delay and hall reverb.

A combined effect of panning delay and plate reverb.

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Effect types preset for EFF 2

Name

Parameter type

Explanation

1--28 are the same effect types as the EFF 1 presets listed on the preceding page. (For details refer to the preceding page.)

29 MonoDELAY

30 PanDELAY

31 MonoBpmDL

32 PanBpmDL

33 Short DL

DELAY

Mono delay

DELAY

Panning delay

BPM DELAY

SHORT DELAY

DOUBLING

CHORUS

Mono delay. Specify BPM and note value to set the delay time.

Panning delay. Specify BPM and note value to set the delay time.

Short delay that allows you to set the delay time precisely.

Doubling that allows you to set separate delay times for L and R.

Produces a chorus effect. A doubling effect can also be added.

Produces a flanging effect.

34 DOUBLING

35 CHORUS

36 FLANGE

FLANGE

37 MonoPITCH

38 DlyPITCH

MONO PITCH

DELAY PITCH

Pitch shift adjustable in a +/-2 octave range.

Pitch shift with a feedback delay, allowing strange effects to be produced.

Selecting the effect type

Here's how to select the effect type for EFF 1 or EFF 2.

Press this to set the effect type

for EFF 1.

Press this to set the effect type

for EFF 2.

* As described earlier in "Normal mix mode," raise the INPUT fader of a channel to which a

signal is being input and raise the MASTER fader, so that the sound is heard at an appropriate

level.

* As described earlier in "Setting the effect send level," raise the EFF 1 SEND level or the EFF 2

SEND level for the channel(s) to which you wish to apply the effect.

When the EFF 2 key is pressed:

With the initial settings, [CHORUS] will appear.

1.If you wish to set EFF 1, press the EFF EDIT

mode EFF 1 key. To set EFF 2, press the EFF 2

key.

With the initial settings, the following displays

will appear.

When the EFF 1 key is pressed:

With the initial settings, [Norm HALL] will ap-

pear.

2. Use the DATA encoder to select the effect type.

The effect types listed in the foregoing tables

will appear in succession. When an effect type

appears, it will be blinking. The blinking indi

cates that the effect type has not yet been

selected.

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Details on the parameters are given

lowing section, "Parameter settings."

in the fol-

3. Press the [ENTER] key.

The effect type will be finalized, and the

parameter setting screen will appear.

The default (initial) parameter values will be

displayed.

4. To exit Effect Edit mode, press the EXIT key

twice in succession.

You will return to Normal Mix mode.

< Note >

When you press the ENTER key to finalize the

effect type, the sound will be muted for an

instant.

Effect parameter settings

Here's how to set the effect parameters.

1.If the effect parameter that you wish to adjust is

not displayed, press the EFF 1 key (or the EFF 2

key) twice.

One of the parameters of that effect type will

appear.

4. If you wish to adjust another parameter, repeat

from <step 2>.

5. When you are finished making settings, press

the EXIT key twice to exit Effect Edit mode.

2. Press the EFF 1 key (or the EFF 2 key) several

times to display the desired parameter.

The parameters that appear will differ,

The parameter display will change as you re-

peatedly press the EFF 1 (or EFF 2) key. If you

hold down the key for a certain length of time,

the parameter display will go back to the previ-

ous screen.

depending on the effect type that is selected.

3. Use the DATA encoder to adjust the value.

For details on the meaning and range of each

parameter, refer to "Effect parameter details"

on the next page.

When the effect parameter being edited is "Delay Time" or "BPM," you can also use the ENTER key or

a foot switch to make the setting by tapping, as an alternative to using the DATA encoder.

In order to use the foot switch for tap input, you need to make settings in the Setup mode "Foot switch

function setting" menu. For details refer to p.27 "Setup mode."

< Note for tap input using the ENTER key / foot switch >

When tap input is used, the value will be finalized on the fourth tap. This means that you must tap four

times or more.

Muting an effect

You can mute the effect sound of effect 1 or effect 2.

To mute the effect sound:

To cancel muting:

Hold down the EXIT key and press the EFF 1 key

Once again hold down the EXIT key and press

(or EFF 2 key).

the EFF 1 key (or EFF 2 key).

The effect sound of effect 1 or effect 2 will be

muted, and the dry sound will be heard.

When muting is on, the EFF 1 key (or EFF 2 key)

LED will blink.

The dry sound will change back to the effect sound.

When mute is turned off, the EFF 1 key (or EFF 2

key) LED is off.

Effect muting can also be switched on/off by a foot switch (separately sold) as an alternative to the

above procedure.

The foot switch can be used to switch muting on/off for effect 1 or effect 2, or can simultaneously mute

both effect 1 and effect 2. For details refer to p.27 "Setup mode."

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Effect parameter details

The parameters that can be adjusted will depend on the parameter type.

Reverb effect parameters (parameter type: REVERB)

For effect types 1--24 of the preceding "Effect type" table, the following four parameters can be ad-

justed.

1. REVERB TIME

2. PRE DELAY

Adjust the length of reverberation. Range: 0.1--9.9 seconds (99 steps in 0.1 second units)

Adjust the time from the original sound until reverberation begins. Range: 0--100 ms

(101 steps in 1 ms units)

3. HI RATIO

4. E/R BALANCE

Adjust the decay ratio of the high frequencies. Range: 0--10 (11 steps in increments of 1)

Adjust the volume of the early reflections. Range: 0--99 (100 steps in increments of 1)

Delay+reverb effect parameters (parameter type: DELAY+REVERB)

For effect types 25--28 of the preceding "Effect type" table, the following four parameters can be ad-

justed.

1. DELAY TIME

Adjust the delay time: Range: 1--230 ms (230 steps in 1 ms units)

The ENTER key / foot switch can be used for tap input (refer to p.21).

2. FEEDBACK

3. DLY BAL

Adjust the number of delay repeats. Range: 0--99 (100 steps in increments of 1)

Adjust the delay balance. Range: 0--99 (100 steps in increments of 1)

4. REVERB TIME

Adjust the length of reverberation. Range: 0.1--9.9 seconds (99 steps in 0.1 second units)

Delay effect parameters (parameter type: DELAY)

For effect types 29 and 30 of the preceding "Effect type" table, the following four parameters can be

adjusted.

1. DELAY TIME

Adjust the delay time. Range: 5--680 ms (136 steps in 5 ms units)

The ENTER key / foot switch can be used for tap input (refer to p.21).

2. FEEDBACK

3. HI RATIO

4. FILTER

Adjust the number of delay repeats. Range: 0--99 (100 steps in increments of 1)

Adjust the decay ratio of the high frequencies. Range: 0--10 (11 steps in increments of 1)

Adjust the tone of the delay sound. Range: L9~L1, -, H1~H9

[-] is Filter Off

L1~L9 = LPF (larger numbers will lower the cutoff frequency)

H1~H9 = HPF (larger numbers will raise the cutoff frequency)

BPM delay effect parameters (parameter type: BPM DELAY)

For effect types 31 and 32 of the preceding "Effect type" table, the following four parameters can be

adjusted.

1. BPM

Adjust the BPM. Range: 30--250 bpm (221 steps in units of 1)

The ENTER key / foot switch can be used for tap input (refer to p.21).

Select the note value for the delay. Range: 24, 16, 8T, 16...8, 4T, 8., 4, 2T, 4., 2, 2., 1

2. NOTE

24 = 16th note sextuplets, 16 = 16th notes, 8T = 8th note triplets, 16. = dotted

sixteenth notes, 8 = 8th notes, 4T = quarter note triplets, 8. = dotted eighth notes,

4 = quarter notes, 2T = half-note triplets, 4. = dotted quarter notes, 2 = half notes,

2. = dotted half notes, 1 = whole notes

* The "." shown in the ninth character of the LCD indicates a dotted note.

* The "T" shown in the ninth character of the LCD indicates a triplet.

Adjust the number of delay repeats. Range: 0--99 (100 steps in increments of 1)

Adjust the tone of the delay sound. Range: L9~L1, -, H1~H9

3. FEEDBACK

4. FILTER

[-] is Filter Off

L1~L9 = LPF (larger numbers will lower the cutoff frequency)

H1~H9 = HPF (larger numbers will raise the cutoff frequency)

Short delay effect parameters (parameter type: SHORT DELAY)

For effect type 33 of the preceding "Effect type" table, the following four parameters can be adjusted.

1. DELAY TIME

Adjust the delay time. Range: 0.1--9.9 ms (99 steps in 0.1 ms units), 10--99 ms (90 steps

in 1 ms units), 100--200 ms (51 steps in 2 ms units)

The ENTER key / foot switch cannot be used for tap input.

2. FEEDBACK

3. HI RATIO

4. FILTER

Adjust the number of delay repeats. Range: 0--99 (100 steps in increments of 1)

Adjust the decay ratio of the high frequencies. Range: 0--10 (11 steps in increments of 1)

Adjust the tone of the delay sound. Range: L9~L1, -, H1~H9

[-] is Filter Off

L1~L9 = LPF (larger numbers will lower the cutoff frequency)

H1~H9 = HPF (larger numbers will raise the cutoff frequency)

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Doubling effect parameters (parameter type: DOUBLING)

For effect type 34 of the preceding "Effect type" table, the following three parameters can be adjusted.

1. Lch DELAY TIME

2. Rch DELAY TIME

3. FILTER

Adjust the delay time of the L channel. Range: 0.1--9.9 ms (99 steps in 0.1 ms units), 10-

-99 ms (90 steps in 1 ms units), 100--200 ms (51 steps in 2 ms units)

The ENTER key / foot switch cannot be used for tap input.

Adjust the delay time of the R channel. Range: 0.1--9.9 ms (99 steps in 0.1 ms units), 10-

-99ms (90 steps in 1 ms units), 100--200 ms (51 steps in 2 ms units)

The ENTER key / foot switch cannot be used for tap input.

Adjust the tone of the delay sound. Range: L9~L1, -, H1~H9

[-] is Filter Off

L1~L9 = LPF (larger numbers will lower the cutoff frequency)

H1~H9 = HPF (larger numbers will raise the cutoff frequency)

Chorus effect parameters (parameter type: CHORUS)

For effect type 35 of the preceding "Effect type" table, the following four parameters can be adjusted.

1. DEPTH

2. DOUBLING TIME

Adjust the chorus depth. Range: 0--99 (100 steps in increments of 1)

Adjust the time difference of the doubling effect. Range: 0--99 (100 steps in increments

of 1)

3. DOUBLING BALANCE

4. FILTER

Adjust the volume of the doubling effect. Range: 0--99 (100 steps in increments of 1)

Adjust the tone of the delay sound. Range: L9~L1, -, H1~H9

* [-] is Filter Off

* L1~L9 = LPF (larger numbers will lower the cutoff frequency)

* H1~H9 = HPF (larger numbers will raise the cutoff frequency)

Flanger effect parameters (parameter type: FLANGE)

For effect type 36 of the preceding "Effect type" table, the following four parameters can be adjusted.

1. RATE

2. DEPTH

3. MOD DELAY

4. FEEDBACK

Adjust the speed of modulation. Range: 0.1--2.0 Hz (200 steps in 0.01 Hz units)

Adjust the depth of modulation. Range: 0--99 (100 steps in increments of 1)

Adjust the modulation delay. Range: 0--200 (201 steps in increments of 1)

Adjust the number of modulation repeats. Range: 0--99 (100 steps in increments of 1)

Delay pitch effect parameters (parameter type: DELAY PITCH)

For effect type 38 of the preceding "Effect type" table, the following four parameters can be adjusted.

1. PITCH

Adjust the amount of pitch shift. Range: -24--0--+24 (49 steps in semitone units)

+/-12 is one octave. +/-24 is two octaves.

2. ADJUST

Make fine adjustments to the amount of pitch shift. Range: -50--0--+50 (101 steps in

increments of 1)

+50 is a semitone sharp. -50 is a semitone flat.

3. DLY TIME

Adjust the delay time until the pitch-shifted sound is heard. Range: 0--500 (251 steps in

increments of 2)

The ENTER key / foot switch can be used for tap input (refer to p.21).

4. FEEDBACK

Adjust the number of delay repeats. Range: 0--99 (100 steps in increments of 1)

Mono pitch effect parameters (parameter type: MONO PITCH)

For effect type 37 of the preceding "Effect type" table, the following three parameters can be adjusted.

1. PITCH

Adjust the amount of pitch shift. Range: -24--0--+24 (49 steps in semitone units)

+/-12 is one octave. +/-24 is two octaves.

2. ADJUST

Make fine adjustments to the amount of pitch shift. Range: -50--0--+50 (101 steps in

increments of 1)

+50 is a semitone sharp. -50 is a semitone flat.

3. MODE

Select the processing method. Range: 1--3 (3 steps)

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Scene Memory Mode

The VM08 provides 21 scene memories (scene numbers 00--20).

Of these, scene number [00] is a preset scene named "Initial Mix," and cannot be modified by

the user. Your own settings can be stored in scene numbers [01]--[20]. Each scene stores the

contents of Normal Mix mode, Channel Parameter Edit mode, and Effect Edit mode as a set.

An eight-character alphanumeric name can be assigned to each scene memory you store.

Storing a scene memory

Here's how to store the current mix data as a scene memory.

1. Press the SCENE STORE key.

< Note >

The number and name of the currently selected

If you select scene number [00] and attempt to

scene will blink.

store, the display will indicate [Read Only], and

the operation will be ignored.

Blinking

Lit

4. Use the DATA encoder and cursor keys (EFF 1

key / EFF 2 key) to input the scene name.

A scene name of up to eight characters can be

assigned, using the following characters and

symbols.

A ~ Z a ~ z 0 ~ 9 + - * / # & ! ? ( ) [ ]

< > : . , <- -> _

2. Rotate the DATA encoder to select the scene

number [01]--[20] into which you wish to store

the settings.

5. When you have finished entering the scene

name, press the ENTER key.

3. Press the ENTER key.

The store destination scene number will be

finalized, and you will now be able to input the

scene name. The current scene name will be dis

played.

The scene memories you store are preserved

even when the power is turned off. However if

you reset the VM08 (by pressing the RESET

key), all scene memories other than scene num-

ber [00] will return to the initial state.

Blinking

Lit

If you decide to halt the process during the scene

memory store procedure, press the EXIT key. From

any point in the procedure, this will return you to

Normal Mix mode.

Lit

Recalling a scene memory

Here's how to recall a previously-stored scene memory.

Blinking

Lit

1. Press the SCENE RECALL key.

The scene number and scene name will blink.

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2. Rotate the DATA encoder to select the scene

number [00]--[20] that you wish to recall.

As the scene number changes, the

< Note >

* The contents that are recalled will depend

on the Setup mode settings "Channel fader

recall" and "Master fader recall" described

later in this manual. For details refer to "Setup

mode" later in this manual.

corresponding scene name will be displayed.

3. Press the ENTER key.

The scene will be recalled.

* Regardless of the position of the faders when

a scene is recalled, the sound will be output

at the stored volumes from the instant of the

recall. If you are monitoring through head

phones, be careful of the sudden loud sounds

that may occur when a scene is recalled.

Level adjust

When the physical fader locations and the actual volumes do not match (for example, after a

scene memory has been recalled), you can use this function to force the volume levels to the

current fader locations.

1. Press the LEVEL ADJUST key.

2. Press the ENTER key.

The display will ask [Level Adj?].

The Level Adjust operation will be executed.

This will cause the volumes to change to the

current fader locations.

Blinking

Fader adjust

When the physical fader locations and the actual volumes do not match (for example, after a

scene memory has been recalled), you can use this function to manually adjust the fader loca-

tions.

< Note >

Fader Adjust will function in Normal Mix mode as well as after a scene is recalled. In Normal Mix

mode, the FADER ADJUST key / LEVEL ADJUST key will blink to indicate that the fader locations

before the VM08's power is turned off are different than the fader locations when the power was

turned on.

1. Press the FADER ADJUST key.

The display will indicate [Fader Adj]. The level

section of the display will show dots to indicate

the current locations of the faders, and blinking

dots to indicate the current actual volume

Raising or lowering the faders will not affect the

actual volume that you are hearing.

levels.

Blink

Move each fader so that the lit dots coincide with the blinking dots.

Lit

2. Move each fader so that the lit dots move to the

locations of the blinking dots.

3. Press the EXIT button to exit the Fader Adjust

function.

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Directly recalling a scene memory

In addition to the method described earlier in "Scene recall," a scene memory can also be

recalled directly using the following method of stepping consecutively through the stored scenes.

< Note >

Only user scene memories (scene numbers [01]--[20]) can be selected using this method of direct

recall. Preset scene number [00] cannot be recalled.

1. Hold down the EXIT key and press the SCENE

2. Press the EFF 1 key or EFF 2 key.

RECALL key.

Pressing the EFF 2 key will make the scene

number change in the forward direction.

Pressing the EFF 1 key will make the scene

number change in the backward direction.

Blinking

3. To exit this mode, press the EXIT key.

You will exit scene direct recall mode and

return to normal mix mode.

Lit

Scene direct recall can also be performed using a separately sold foot switch.

If you connect an unlatch type foot switch (e.g., model 8051) to the FOOT SW jack, you can use the foot

switch to perform the procedure described above.

When you press the foot switch, you will enter scene direct recall mode, and pressing the foot switch

again will step through the scene numbers. If you hold down the foot switch, you will return to the

previous scene number. Here too, you can press the EXIT key to exit scene direct recall mode.

In order to use a foot switch to recall scenes, you must make the appropriate setting in "Setup mode"

described later in this manual. For details refer to "Setup mode" on the following page.

Clearing a scene memory

Here's how to clear a specific scene memory.

3. Press the ENTER key.

1. Simultaneously hold down the SCENE RECALL

The scene memory will be cleared.

key and SCENE STORE key.

The number and name of the currently selected

scene will be displayed.

< Note >

If you select scene number [00] and attempt to

clear it, the display will indicate [Read Only],

and the operation will be ignored. Only scene

numbers [01]--[20] can be cleared.

2. Rotate the DATA encoder to select the scene

number that you wish to clear, and press the

ENTER key.

The display will ask whether you wish to clear

the selected scene number. (The example screen

shown here is when you have selected scene

number [02].)

Lit

The display will indicate [Clear 02 ?], and [?]

will blink.

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Setup Mode

In Setup mode you can make the following settings to specify how the VM08 will operate.

1. INPUT 5/6 setting (specify INPUT 5/6 as stereo or mono input)

2. INPUT 7/8 setting (specify INPUT 7/8 as stereo or mono input)

3. Fader Fix setting (turn Fader Fix mode on/off)

4. ChFdrRcl setting (turn Recall mode on/off for the channel faders)

5. MsFdrRcl setting (turn Recall mode on/off for the master fader)

6. Foot Sw setting (specify the function of the foot switch)

7. BattVolt check (check the voltage of the internal battery)

Making settings in setup mode

To make settings in Setup mode, use the following procedure to select the menu item that

contains the setting you wish to change. (However, the internal battery check is for display

only, and cannot be modified.)

Blinking

1. Simultaneously press the EFFECT EDIT keys

EFF 1 and EFF 2.

You will enter Setup mode.

The previously-selected setup menu item will appear.

4. Use the DATA encoder to select the desired

setting.

For details on the available settings, refer to the

following page.

Lit

2. Use the DATA encoder to select the desired

5. Press the ENTER key.

setup menu item.

The selection will be finalized, and you will

return to the display of <step 1>.

3. Press the ENTER key.

The currently selected item will blink in the

display.

6. Press the EXIT key.

You will return to Normal Mix mode.

Details of the setup menu

INPUT 7/8 input setting (Display: [Input7/8?])

Here you can specify the input mode for INPUT

7/8.

INPUT 5/6 input setting (Display: [Input5/6?])

Here you can specify the input mode for IN-

PUT 5/6.

Stereo (default)

In 7>Mono

Stereo (default)

In 5>Mono

If Stereo is selected, the INPUT 7/8 jack will be

used in stereo input mode, and separate sig-

nals will be sent to channels 7 and 8. Use this

setting when inputting a stereo signal. If In

7>Mono is selected, mono input mode will be

used, and the same signal will be input to chan-

nels 7 and 8. Use this setting when inputting a

mono signal. For more about the INPUT 7/8 jack,

refer to p.8 "Connecting other equipment."

If Stereo is selected, the INPUT 5/6 jack will be

used in stereo input mode, and separate sig-

nals will be sent to channels 5 and 6. Use this

setting when inputting a stereo signal. If In

5>Mono is selected, mono input mode will be

used, and the same signal will be input to chan-

nels 5 and 6. Use this setting when inputting a

mono signal. For more about the INPUT 5/6

jack, refer to p.8 "Connecting other equipment."

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Foot Switch setting (Display: [Foot Sw ?])

Fader Fix setting (Display: [FaderFix ?])

Here you can specify the function of the foot

switch.

OFF (default)

-> SceneU/D (default)

-> ST Mute

-> EFF1 Mute

-> EFF2 Mute

-> E1&E2 Mute

-> Delay Tap

If this setting is turned on, the faders will no

longer function in any mode.

This allows you to prevent the fader positions

from being changed by accident or by vibra-

tion.

SceneU/D:

Access the Scene Direct Recall

function

Channel fader recall setting

(Display: [ChFdrRcl ?])

Pressing the foot switch once

will enter Scene Direct Recall

mode; subsequent presses of the

foot switch will advance the

scene number forward, and

holding down the foot switch

will return to the previous scene

number.

To exit Direct Recall mode, press

the EXIT key.

Switch muting on/off for the ST

master signal

ON (default)

OFF

If this setting is turned off, only the input fader

settings of each channel will be unaffected when

you recall a scene.

In other words, the six input faders will main-

tain the settings that they had immediately

before the scene was recalled.

Regardless of this on/off setting, the input fad-

ers will continue to function normally in all

modes, as well as when you store a scene.

ST Mute:

EFF1 Mute:

EFF2 Mute:

Switch muting on/off for EFF 1

Switch muting on/off for EFF 2

E1&E2 Mute: Switch muting on/off for EFF 1

/ EFF 2.

Delay Tap:

When editing effect parameters,

use the foot switch for tap in

put of Delay Time or BPM.

Master fader recall setting

(Display: [MsFdrRcl ?])

ON (default)

OFF

Battery check (Display: [BattVolt ?])

This lets you check the voltage of the internal

battery. After selecting this menu item, press

the ENTER key. The voltage of the internal bat-

tery will be displayed, allowing you to check it.

When you have checked the voltage, press the

EXIT key to exit Setup mode.

If this setting is turned off, the setting of the

master fader will be unaffected when you re-

call a scene. In other words, the master fader

will maintain the setting that it had immedi-

ately before the scene was recalled. This is

convenient when you wish to set just the out-

put level yourself, for example during a live

performance.

Regardless of this on/off setting, the master

fader will continue to function normally in all

modes, as well as when you store a scene.

The life of the internal battery is approximately

two years. When the battery runs down and

the voltage decreases to a certain level, a warn-

ing message of [Batt Empty] will appear in the

display when the VM08 is powered-on. It is not

possible for the user to replace the internal

battery. Please contact a nearby Fostex office

or service station. For details on the [Batt

Empty] message, refer to page 6 "Before Op-

eration."

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Specifications

Connector

Connector

: ø6mm phone jack/Un-balanced

(x 4)

: ø6mm phone jack (x 1)

Model 8051 foot switch

Input impedance : 20kΩ ore more

Input level

: -50dBV ~ -6dBV

Equalizer

MID

Connector

: 10kHz +/-18dB (shelving type)

: 1kHz +/- 18dB (peaking type)

: 100Hz +/- 18dB (shelving type)

: ø6mm TRS phone jack

Un-balanced (x 2)

Input impedance : 20kΩ ore more

Input level : -6dBV

Frequency response : 20Hz ~ 20kHz (TYPICAL)

Dynamic range

: 90dB (TYPICAL)

A/D

D/A

: 20bit 64 times over sampling ∆∑

: 24bit 128 times over sampling

∆∑

Connector

: ø6mm phone jack/Un-balanced

(x 2)

Load impedance : 10kΩ ore more

Sampling frequency : 44.1kHz

Total harmonic distortion : 0.01% (TYPICAL)

Crosstalk

Output level

: -10dBV

: 70dB or more @1kHz

Connector

<GENERAL:>

Dimensions

Weight

: ø6mm TRS phone jack

Un-balanced (x 1)

: 300 (W)x70 (H)x212 (D) mm

: Approx. 1.2kg

Load impedance : 10kΩ ore more

Output level

: -10dBV

DC IN

: DC9V, 650mA, AC adaptor (AD-

9B)

Connector

Load impedance : 16Ω ore more

Output Level

: ø6mm stereo phone jack (x 1)

* Specifications and appearance are subject to change

without notice for product improvement.

: 20mW (at 16Ω load)

Connector

: Optical (x 1)

Format

: IEC 60958 (S/P DIF)

Block Diagram

ST EFF AUX

L R 1 2

ST MASTER

METER

100Hz

1kHz

10kHz

S/P DIF OUT

ST BUSS OUT

(-10dBV)

A/D

INPUT 1

CH ON

PAN

D/A

(-6dBV~-50dBV)

100Hz

1kHz

10kHz

GAIN

CH ON

TRIM

ST MASTER

MID

EFF

METER

MID

PHONES OUT

PHONES

AUX

AUX MASTER

D/A

PRE/POST

AUX

CH 1

CH 2

MASTER

AUX 1/2 OUT

(-10dBV)

CH 3

CH 4

AUX

MASTER

METER

1kHz

A/D

INPUT 5/6

(-6dBV)

10kHz

100Hz

CH ON

PAN

EFF 1

MONO/STEREO

GAIN

MID

EFF

EFFECT 1

REVERB/DELAY

EFF

MASTER

EFF MUTE

AUX

PRE/POST

CH5/6

CH7/8

EFF 2

EFFECT 2

MODULATION/DELAY

EFF

MASTER

EFF MUTE

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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 elec-

tric 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 discharging

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 April, 1999)

<ITALY>

NAME: ATEC Audio-u. Videogeraete VertriebsgesmbH.

ADD: Im Winkel 5, A-2325 Velm, Austria

TEL: (+43) 2234-74004, FAX: (+43) 2234-74074

NAME: Recoton Italia Srl.

ADD:V. 1 Maggio, N 18, 40050 Quarto Inferiore, (BO) Italy

TEL: (+39) 051-768576, FAX: (+39) 051-768336

NAME: EML Sound Industries NV

ADD: Bijvennestraat 1A, B3500 Hasselt, Belgium

TEL: (+32) 11-232355, FAX: (+32) 11-232172

NAME: IEMKE ROOS AUDIO B. V.

ADD: Kuiperbergweg 20, 1101 AG Amsterdam, The Nether-

lands

TEL: (+31) 20-697-2121, FAX: (+31) 20-697-4201

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

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, FAX: (+351) 2-2054760/

2087488

NAME: Musikengro

<SPAIN>

ADD: ZAC de Folliouses, B. P. 609, 01706 Les Echets, France

TEL: (+33) 472 26 27 00, FAX: (+33) 472 26 27 01

NAME: Multitracker. S. A.

ADD: C/Garcilaso No. 9, Madrid 28010, Spain

TEL: (+34) 91-4470700, 91-4470898, FAX: (+34) 91-5930716

NAME: Studiosound & Music GmbH

ADD: Industriestrasse 20, D-35041 Marburg, F. R. Germany

TEL: (+49) 6421-92510, FAX: (+49) 6421-925119

NAME: TTS Professional Television AB

ADD: Kavallerivagen 24, 172 48 Sundbyberg, Sweden

TEL: (+46) 8-59798000, FAX: (+46) 8-59798001

NAME: Bon Studio S. A.

ADD: 6 Zaimi Street, Exarchia, 106.83 Athens, Greece

TEL: (+30) 1-3809605-8, 3302059, FAX: (+30) 1-3845755

NAME: Audio Bauer Pro AG

ADD: Bernerstrasse-Nord 182, CH-8064 Zurich, Switzerland

TEL: (+41) 1-4323230, FAX: (+41) 1-4326558

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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