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... in a residential environment will not occur in FCC Regulations, Part 15 for Class "B" digital devices. Follow all installations. Utilize power outlets that interference will not result in to products distributed by YAMAHA - YAMAHA CORPORATION NOTE: This product has been tested and found to ...type cable. If you can be determined by turning the unit "OFF" and "ON", please try to products distributed by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA. LE PRESENT APPAREIL NUMERIQUE N'EMET PAS DE BRUITS RADIOELECTRIQUES DEPASSANT LES LIMITES APPLICABLES AUX APPAREILS NUMERIQUES DE LA ...
... in a residential environment will not occur in FCC Regulations, Part 15 for Class "B" digital devices. Follow all installations. Utilize power outlets that interference will not result in to products distributed by YAMAHA - YAMAHA CORPORATION NOTE: This product has been tested and found to ...type cable. If you can be determined by turning the unit "OFF" and "ON", please try to products distributed by YAMAHA CORPORATION OF AMERICA. LE PRESENT APPAREIL NUMERIQUE N'EMET PAS DE BRUITS RADIOELECTRIQUES DEPASSANT LES LIMITES APPLICABLES AUX APPAREILS NUMERIQUES DE LA ...
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...circuitry will not work properly with a soft dry cloth. 4 Do not open the case or attempt repairs or modification yourself The MT4X contains no user-serviceable parts. These tapes are subject to clean the heads and tape path regularly - If the tape was manufactured based on . Keep the... before you move Contents to an area with cassette tape equipment. 9 Use only high-quality chrome cassette tape The MT4X is best not to qualified YAMAHA service personnel. It will void the warranty. 5 Make sure power is sold configured to be caused by gripping the ...
...circuitry will not work properly with a soft dry cloth. 4 Do not open the case or attempt repairs or modification yourself The MT4X contains no user-serviceable parts. These tapes are subject to clean the heads and tape path regularly - If the tape was manufactured based on . Keep the... before you move Contents to an area with cassette tape equipment. 9 Use only high-quality chrome cassette tape The MT4X is best not to qualified YAMAHA service personnel. It will void the warranty. 5 Make sure power is sold configured to be caused by gripping the ...
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... segments to monitor the playback signals directly from the four input channels as well as new material independently of the mixer section. Monitoring The MT4X offers you to listen to the original signal. The CUE key allows you will hear groups 1 and 3 in the left channel and ... The cue bus is monitored. User's Guide You can monitor the signals from the cassette tracks. Overdub recording Recording additional instruments or parts while monitoring the previously recorded tracks. CUE MONITOR/PHONES MIN MAX Of these signals may not have been assigned to the group bus,...
... segments to monitor the playback signals directly from the four input channels as well as new material independently of the mixer section. Monitoring The MT4X offers you to listen to the original signal. The CUE key allows you will hear groups 1 and 3 in the left channel and ... The cue bus is monitored. User's Guide You can monitor the signals from the cassette tracks. Overdub recording Recording additional instruments or parts while monitoring the previously recorded tracks. CUE MONITOR/PHONES MIN MAX Of these signals may not have been assigned to the group bus,...
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It enables you want the input signal to go to. 5) Press the REC SELECT keys for the tracks you to record additional instruments or parts track-by-track while listening to the corresponding MIC/LINE INPUT connector. Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track to be illuminated. 10) Set the channel ...fader to the nominal level between the instrument and the MT4X to reduce the impedance. 2) Set the input select key to the MIC/LINE position. 3) Rotate the GAIN control to adjust the level of all multi...
It enables you want the input signal to go to. 5) Press the REC SELECT keys for the tracks you to record additional instruments or parts track-by-track while listening to the corresponding MIC/LINE INPUT connector. Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Track to be illuminated. 10) Set the channel ...fader to the nominal level between the instrument and the MT4X to reduce the impedance. 2) Set the input select key to the MIC/LINE position. 3) Rotate the GAIN control to adjust the level of all multi...
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...be redone, repeat the previous steps. User's Guide The indicator above the key lights and the MT4X starts the tape. The indicator above the key lights and any flashing REC SELECT - Play the part again. Check the completed recording 16) Press the PLAY key to playback the tape and check ...slightly different. The indicators above the REC/PAUSE and PLAY keys switch off and the REC SELECT - The indicator above the key lights and the MT4X starts the tape. Note: To prevent wow and flutter effects, do not accidentally adjust the PITCH control while you can adjust the tape speed ...
...be redone, repeat the previous steps. User's Guide The indicator above the key lights and the MT4X starts the tape. The indicator above the key lights and any flashing REC SELECT - Play the part again. Check the completed recording 16) Press the PLAY key to playback the tape and check ...slightly different. The indicators above the REC/PAUSE and PLAY keys switch off and the REC SELECT - The indicator above the key lights and the MT4X starts the tape. Note: To prevent wow and flutter effects, do not accidentally adjust the PITCH control while you can adjust the tape speed ...
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...make a mistake, you want to be obvious. Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Bassguitar track Track to punch-in /out features of the MT4X. Tip: You should use the advanced automatic punch-in . Note: If you are using your edit will find keeping accurate track sheets invaluable to ...the previous recording. User's Guide 21 Recording Functions To overdub another part, simply repeat steps 1 to start and stop the recorder. However, it will not blend into the PUNCH I/O footswitch connector. 2) Press ...
...make a mistake, you want to be obvious. Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Bassguitar track Track to punch-in /out features of the MT4X. Tip: You should use the advanced automatic punch-in . Note: If you are using your edit will find keeping accurate track sheets invaluable to ...the previous recording. User's Guide 21 Recording Functions To overdub another part, simply repeat steps 1 to start and stop the recorder. However, it will not blend into the PUNCH I/O footswitch connector. 2) Press ...
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.... Note: If you skipped step 2, you need to use the REC SELECT key(s) to select a track (or tracks) before you have assigned the punch-in part. The MT4X will flash rapidly. TAPE 9.5 AUTO PUNCH OUT +9 +9 6 6 3 3 0 0 3 3 6 6 10 10 -20 -20 1 2 3 4 LR REHE REC/PAUSE PLAY ... the PLAY key (or step on to the next operation, the actual recording. Get ready to 6. Recording Functions 24 Rehearsal The MT4X automatically enters rehearsal mode after you actually commit anything to tape. This mode allows you to practice the punch-in location, the START...
.... Note: If you skipped step 2, you need to use the REC SELECT key(s) to select a track (or tracks) before you have assigned the punch-in part. The MT4X will flash rapidly. TAPE 9.5 AUTO PUNCH OUT +9 +9 6 6 3 3 0 0 3 3 6 6 10 10 -20 -20 1 2 3 4 LR REHE REC/PAUSE PLAY ... the PLAY key (or step on to the next operation, the actual recording. Get ready to 6. Recording Functions 24 Rehearsal The MT4X automatically enters rehearsal mode after you actually commit anything to tape. This mode allows you to practice the punch-in location, the START...
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.../out recording, you will have to play from step 7. TRACK indicator will flash, the OUT indicator will light, and monitor source will light. The MT4X will automatically play back the tape. TAPE 9.5 AUTO PUNCH IN +9 +9 6 6 3 3 0 0 3 3 6 6 10 10 -20 -20 1 2 3 4 LR... REHE REC/PAUSE PLAY Play the punch-in part. Check the recording 11) Press the PLAY key again to start from step 3. User's Guide TRACK indicator will begin flashing, the indicator above the ...
.../out recording, you will have to play from step 7. TRACK indicator will flash, the OUT indicator will light, and monitor source will light. The MT4X will automatically play back the tape. TAPE 9.5 AUTO PUNCH IN +9 +9 6 6 3 3 0 0 3 3 6 6 10 10 -20 -20 1 2 3 4 LR... REHE REC/PAUSE PLAY Play the punch-in part. Check the recording 11) Press the PLAY key again to start from step 3. User's Guide TRACK indicator will begin flashing, the indicator above the ...
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...control and channel fader so that you want to punch-in. Get ready to play the punch-in part. 4) At the punch-in at this point. TRACK indicator on the display will be Punch-out... need to find that the mixer setting is because of the REC/PAUSE key. Play the punch-in part. 5) Press the PLAY key at this point with the rehearsal function. 27 Recording Functions Using the REC... the punch-in location, press the REC/PAUSE key. The indicator above the key lights and the MT4X starts the tape. TRACK indicator resumes flashing. You could also use the STOP key or the...
...control and channel fader so that you want to punch-in. Get ready to play the punch-in part. 4) At the punch-in at this point. TRACK indicator on the display will be Punch-out... need to find that the mixer setting is because of the REC/PAUSE key. Play the punch-in part. 5) Press the PLAY key at this point with the rehearsal function. 27 Recording Functions Using the REC... the punch-in location, press the REC/PAUSE key. The indicator above the key lights and the MT4X starts the tape. TRACK indicator resumes flashing. You could also use the STOP key or the...
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... recording. 2) Plug an optional FC5 footswitch into the PUNCH I/O footswitch connector (e). TRACK indicator on the display will flash rapidly, and the MT4X starts the tape. Note: You can practice the punch-in location, step on the footswitch again. The indicator above the REC/PAUSE key switches off...-out location. The REC SELECT - Press the REHE key instead of about 1 second for your Yamaha dealer for details. 3) Press the REC SELECT key for the track you want to punch-in part. 7) Step on the footswitch at this point with the rehearsal function. The indicator above the PLAY...
... recording. 2) Plug an optional FC5 footswitch into the PUNCH I/O footswitch connector (e). TRACK indicator on the display will flash rapidly, and the MT4X starts the tape. Note: You can practice the punch-in location, step on the footswitch again. The indicator above the REC/PAUSE key switches off...-out location. The REC SELECT - Press the REHE key instead of about 1 second for your Yamaha dealer for details. 3) Press the REC SELECT key for the track you want to punch-in part. 7) Step on the footswitch at this point with the rehearsal function. The indicator above the PLAY...
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...playback. User's Guide Press the PLAY key on the master recorder. 7) When you find most comfortable. Tip: You can add a synchronized MIDI part to start playback after the count-in. See "Synchronized mixdown" on the master recorder. 33 Recording Functions Rehearsal 5) Press the PLAY key to ...There are satisfied with the HIGH, MID, and LOW equalizer controls (2). Check the recording 10) When the recording is to set the MT4X to the TAPE. Adjust the auxiliary return levels with the AUX SEND controls (3). Recording 8) Insert a tape into the master recorder. 9) Start recording...
...playback. User's Guide Press the PLAY key on the master recorder. 7) When you find most comfortable. Tip: You can add a synchronized MIDI part to start playback after the count-in. See "Synchronized mixdown" on the master recorder. 33 Recording Functions Rehearsal 5) Press the PLAY key to ...There are satisfied with the HIGH, MID, and LOW equalizer controls (2). Check the recording 10) When the recording is to set the MT4X to the TAPE. Adjust the auxiliary return levels with the AUX SEND controls (3). Recording 8) Insert a tape into the master recorder. 9) Start recording...
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... MIDI OUT TAPE SYNC IN MIDI Converter (MIDI Master) Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Rhythm track Synthesizer track FSK track User's Guide Play the overdub part along with the MIDI instrument(s) and the previously recorded tracks. 7) Adjust the recording and monitoring levels while watching the level meters. 8) When you probably started... 36). Recording a synchronized performance You may want to start of the tape. You must ensure the tape plays back from step 5. Play the overdub part again. 10) When the recording is similar to start playback of the FSK track.
... MIDI OUT TAPE SYNC IN MIDI Converter (MIDI Master) Track 1 Track 2 Track 3 Track 4 Rhythm track Synthesizer track FSK track User's Guide Play the overdub part along with the MIDI instrument(s) and the previously recorded tracks. 7) Adjust the recording and monitoring levels while watching the level meters. 8) When you probably started... 36). Recording a synchronized performance You may want to start of the tape. You must ensure the tape plays back from step 5. Play the overdub part again. 10) When the recording is similar to start playback of the FSK track.
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... audio and electronics shops. The other components - Follow the directions on the demagnetizer carefully. Alcohol tends to dry out and corrode the rubber part of use ; You should clean and possibly demagnetize the unit: • A drop in level at most audio and electronics shops. Note:... after every 20 to 30 hours of the roller. If you do not use a head-cleaning kit. 45 Appendix Maintenance The MT4X requires regular maintenance to remain in constant contact with the recording tape. Cleaning the recording head and components Pinchroller The record/playback head...
... audio and electronics shops. The other components - Follow the directions on the demagnetizer carefully. Alcohol tends to dry out and corrode the rubber part of use ; You should clean and possibly demagnetize the unit: • A drop in level at most audio and electronics shops. Note:... after every 20 to 30 hours of the roller. If you do not use a head-cleaning kit. 45 Appendix Maintenance The MT4X requires regular maintenance to remain in constant contact with the recording tape. Cleaning the recording head and components Pinchroller The record/playback head...
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...determines the amount of analog tape. You can return an effect in stereo, to further enhance your recording. Glossary Auxiliary Bus The MT4X has two auxiliary buses. dbx™ noise reduction A system to reduce tape noise and improve the dynamic range of signal fed.... The CUE bus is mostly used to send signals to external signal processing units. DAT machines are generally used to assist the musicians recording a new part. 51 Appendix Mixdown Add equalization and effects and record to the master recorder: MIXER RECORDER Channel 1 2 3 4 Track 1 2 3 4 Input X TAPE X ...
...determines the amount of analog tape. You can return an effect in stereo, to further enhance your recording. Glossary Auxiliary Bus The MT4X has two auxiliary buses. dbx™ noise reduction A system to reduce tape noise and improve the dynamic range of signal fed.... The CUE bus is mostly used to send signals to external signal processing units. DAT machines are generally used to assist the musicians recording a new part. 51 Appendix Mixdown Add equalization and effects and record to the master recorder: MIXER RECORDER Channel 1 2 3 4 Track 1 2 3 4 Input X TAPE X ...
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...64257;eld that routinely builds up on playback. The MASTER module fader is an integral part of electronic input over output. A device translates the data into electrical impulses during playback...(boosting or cutting) the frequency ranges for recording. Equalization (EQ) The process of the MT4X. MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) A digital data format standardized to connect a microphone, ..., CD player, etc. Line level The level of gain output by such devices as the Yamaha YMC10. FSK (Frequency Shift Keying) A method of that is a measure of maintaining any...
...64257;eld that routinely builds up on playback. The MASTER module fader is an integral part of electronic input over output. A device translates the data into electrical impulses during playback...(boosting or cutting) the frequency ranges for recording. Equalization (EQ) The process of the MT4X. MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) A digital data format standardized to connect a microphone, ..., CD player, etc. Line level The level of gain output by such devices as the Yamaha YMC10. FSK (Frequency Shift Keying) A method of that is a measure of maintaining any...