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Model FR-28588 029 000(390172)Owner’s ManualFIELD MEMORY RECORDER

10FR-2 Field Memory RecorderLocate Used to locate to a desired cue point directly.Rename Used to rename a cue point.Edit Used to edit a cue point.Dele

100FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 7: Exporting audio files to a PC)4) Select "CFC000" or "PCM000" on the desktop (see arrow 3

101FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 7: Exporting audio files to a PC)5) Select a desired audio file in the "bwff" directory on the card (

102FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 7: Exporting audio files to a PC)8) Enable "Spot" and drag & drop the audio region list to the tr

103FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 8: Main specifications)Chapter 8: Main specifications

104FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 8: Main specifications)*0 dBu=0.775 Vrms, 0 dBV=1 Vrms.Reference level: -20 dBInputs/OutputsANALOG IN [L (MONO)

105FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 8: Main specifications)Recording/playbackRecording medium: CompactFlash cardTM/Flash ATA cardRecording Format:

FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 8: Main specifications)106REC STBY REC012346789105ACCESSPEAKRLSHIFT/ENTERRELEASECARDMENUHOME /FILECUEPREV.NEXTCONT

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11FR-2 Field Memory RecorderThis manual is described according to the following conventions.1. The following abbreviations are sometimes used.<Exam

FOSTEX CO.3-2-35, Musashino, Akishima-shi, Tokyo, Japan 196-0021FOSTEX AMERICA15431, Blackburn Avenue, Norwalk, CA 90650, U. S. A.© PRINTED IN CHINA D

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13FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 1: Product overview)Chapter 1: Product overviewThis chapter describes the product overview as well as main featu

14FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 1: Product overview)OverviewThe Model FR-2 is a portable two-track field memory recorder for profes-sional use,

15FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 1: Product overview)FR-2Carring beltOperation manual (this manual)111The following FR-2 options and related prod

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17FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 2: Before using the FR-2)Chapter 2: Before using the FR-2<Please read this chapter before using.>This chap

18FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 2: Before using the FR-2)Batteries are not supplied with the FR-2, therefore, if you wish to operate the FR-2 on

19FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 2: Before using the FR-2)<Warning!>: Used batteries should be disposed following to your local regulations

20FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 2: Before using the FR-2)Operating the FR-2 on the AC adaptor<Notes>: Use only the AD12-1300 for an AC ada

21FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 2: Before using the FR-2)About power supply voltageIn addition to the "BATT" indicator, the FR-2 provi

22FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 2: Before using the FR-2)According to the situation, you can turn the display backlight on or off, as well as ad

23FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 2: Before using the FR-2)Setting the realtime clockThe FR-2 offers the realtime clock and the time data is shown

24FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 2: Before using the FR-2)About memory cardThe FR-2 records audio data to a memory card such as a CompactFlash ca

25FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 2: Before using the FR-2)* When loading a card which is not FAT32 formattedWhen loading a card which is not FAT3

26FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 2: Before using the FR-2)<Notes on the current card>•If a card is inserted in either one of the card slots

27FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 2: Before using the FR-2)• Removing a cardREC STBY REC012346789105ACCESSPEAKRLSHIFT/ENTERRELEASECARDMENUHOME /FI

28FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 2: Before using the FR-2)<Notes on ejecting a card when both CFC and ATA are inserted>When both CFC and AT

29FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 2: Before using the FR-2)<Volume label>A volume label is automatically given when a card is formatted. By

FR-2 Field Memory Recorder3CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).NO USER - SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.REFER SERVIC

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FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 3: Names and functions)31Chapter 3: Names and functions<Table of contents>Front panel ...

FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 3: Names and functions)32Front panelREC STBY REC012346789105ACCESSPEAKRLSHIFT/ENTERRELEASECARDMENUHOME /FILECUEPRE

FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 3: Names and functions)33<Warning>: Never turns off the power when the [ACCESS] indicator flashes.Data curre

FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 3: Names and functions)34176.41929688.2MICLINELINEMIC-26-60+4-30ABS 0REC ENDHPF(100Hz)PRE RECONOFFPLAYREWINDLINE/M

FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 3: Names and functions)3517) Internal monitor speakerThis speaker is used for monitoring.When a headphones plug is

FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 3: Names and functions)3623) [LINE/MIC] switchesThese switches select analog input sources of the left and right c

FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 3: Names and functions)3712VDC IN321COLDGNDHOTKEYBOARDPC ONLYUSBONLYDIGITALOUT IN272829303127) Slot (for the optio

FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 3: Names and functions)383838) Battery compartmentThis compartment houses eight AA-type batteries for operating th

FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 3: Names and functions)39Details about screensThe FR-2 features 132 x 65 dot LCD display for showing record/playba

FR-2 Field Memory Recorder4Table of contentsAbout this manual ...

FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 3: Names and functions)40• When a virgin memory card is setWhen a virgin memory card (CFC or ATA) is set in the sl

FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 3: Names and functions)41Warning message screenIn a case that the operation is inappropriate, entered data is ille

FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 3: Names and functions)42This message appears when you are going to store illegal cuepoint data after editing.Ente

43FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 4: Basic connections)Chapter 4: Basic connections<Table of contents>Audio input/output connection ...

44FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 4: Basic connections)Audio input/output connectionAnalog audio inputs12VDC IN321COLDGNDHOTKEYBOARDPC ONLYUSBONLY

45FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 4: Basic connections)Analog audio outputsThe [ANALOG OUT] jacks (unbalanced RCA) output -10 dBV analog audio sig

46FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 4: Basic connections)The FR-2 provides the [USB (PC ONLY)] connector which is exclusively used forconnecting to

47FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 5: Recording/playback)Chapter 5: Recording/playbackThis chapter describes basic analog and digital audio recordi

48FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 5: Recording/playback)About recording systemThe FR-2 uses the FAT32 (File Allocation Table 32) file system and s

49FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 5: Recording/playback)The FR-2 is equipped with the high-pass filter circuit. The cutoff frequency is 100Hz and

FR-2 Field Memory Recorder5Chapter 4: Basic connections ...43Audio input/

50FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 5: Recording/playback)You can select the desired sampling frequency ("FS " for short) and quantization

51FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 5: Recording/playback)<Notes>•Adjust the recording level appropriately so that the level meter does not ex

52FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 5: Recording/playback)You can monitor recording signals via headphones (or the internal monitor speaker).Inserti

53FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 5: Recording/playback)Making recording1. Press the [REC STBY] key to make the unit in the record-standby status,

54FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 5: Recording/playback)About overloadingWhen the FR-2 receives analog audio signals and the input amplifier (for

55FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 5: Recording/playback)Recording digital audioBefore executing recording of digital audio, you have to make the f

56FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 5: Recording/playback)Setting cue pointsThe FR-2 can store cue points, which can be used as markers. You can man

57FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 5: Recording/playback)Viewing cue point informationOn the Home screen, you can see the total number of cue point

58FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 5: Recording/playback)Playback in the CUE mode (Cueing playback)During playback, pressing the [F FWD] (or [REW])

59FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 5: Recording/playback)Skip/locate functionsSkipping by fileWhen more than one audio file is created on the curre

FR-2 Field Memory Recorder6Inputs / Outputs ...

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61FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 6: MENU mode/MENU mode overview)Chapter 6: MENU mode<Table of contents>Menu mode outline ...

62FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 6: MENU mode/MENU mode overview)Menu mode outlineBy pressing the [ENTER] key while the recorder is stopped, the

63FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 6: MENU mode/Cue menu)Cue menuThe Cue menu offers the following four menu items.* Locate: locating to a desired

64FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 6: MENU mode/Cue menu)Renaming a cue point (Rename)1) Use the [MENU] dial to select "Cue" and press th

65FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 6: MENU mode/Cue menu)5) Move the character selection cursor to "OK", and press the [ENTER] key.The FR

66FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 6: MENU mode/Cue menu)Editing time data of a cue point (Edit)1) Use the [MENU] dial to select "Cue" an

67FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 6: MENU mode/Cue menu)<Note>: If you are going to store illegal time data, "Illegal time!" flash

68FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 6: MENU mode/File menu)File menuThe File menu offers the following five menu items regarding existing audio file

69FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 6: MENU mode/File menu)Renaming an audio file (Rename)1) Use the [MENU] dial to select "File" and pres

7FR-2 Field Memory RecorderAbout this manualThis manual covers all about how to use the Fostex FR-2 Field Memory Re-corder.Its explanations assume tha

70FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 6: MENU mode/File menu)Deleting an audio file (Delete)1) Use the [MENU] dial to select "File" and pres

71FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 6: MENU mode/File menu)2) Use the [MENU] dial to select a desired audio file and press the [ENTER] key.The displ

72FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 6: MENU mode/File menu)Audio file protection on/off (Protect)1) Use the [MENU] dial to select "File" a

73FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 6: MENU mode/File menu)Restoring an audio file (Restore)1) Use the [MENU] dial to select "File" and pr

74FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 6: MENU mode/Disk menu)Disk menuThe Disk menu offers the following five menu items.* Select: Selecting the curre

75FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 6: MENU mode/Disk menu)4) Press the [HOME] key to exit the MENU mode.Optimizing a memory card (Optimize)1) Use t

76FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 6: MENU mode/Disk menu)<Note>: The default volume label of a memory card, which is automatically givenwhen

77FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 6: MENU mode/Disk menu)Editing a volume label of a memory card (Volume Label)The cursor in [ ] is called "

78FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 6: MENU mode/Disk menu)4) Move the character selection cursor to "OK" and press the [ENTER] key.The di

79FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 6: MENU mode/Disk menu)Viewing information of a memory card (Disk Info.)3) To dismiss the information, press the

8FR-2 Field Memory RecorderMODEL FR-2FIELD MEMORY RECORDERFOSTEX CO.INPUT: 12VDCSERIAL NO.MADE IN CHINA• Do not let water or other liquid, or metal ob

80FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 6: MENU mode/Setup menu)Setup menuThe Setup menu offers the following thirteen menu items which mainly set prefe

81FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 6: MENU mode/Setup menu)Pressing the [ENTER] key fixes the selection and the display shows the previous screen.4

82FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 6: MENU mode/Setup menu)Setting the default file name (Default File Name)1) Use the [MENU] dial to select "

83FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 6: MENU mode/Setup menu)3) Move the character selection cursor to "OK" and press the [ENTER] key.After

84FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 6: MENU mode/Setup menu)• Enabling the selected scene name2) Select "Select" and press the [ENTER] key

85FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 6: MENU mode/Setup menu)Adjusting the real time clock (Adjust Real Time)1) Use the [MENU] dial to select "S

86FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 6: MENU mode/Setup menu)Speaker mute function on/off (Speaker Mute)1) Use the [MENU] dial to select "Setup&

87FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 6: MENU mode/Setup menu)Setting error tone output condition (Error Tone)1) Use the [MENU] dial to select "S

88FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 6: MENU mode/Setup menu)Setting the peak hold time of the level meters (Peak Hold Time)1) Use the [MENU] dial to

89FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 6: MENU mode/Setup menu)Setting the time length stored in the buffer for Pre rec mode (Pre Rec Time)1) Use the [

9FR-2 Field Memory RecorderBrief guide to this manualThis manual is intended to be used as a guidebook for using the Fostex FR-2Field Memory Recorder.

90FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 6: MENU mode/Setup menu)Selecting the remain display mode (Remain Display)1) Use the [MENU] dial to select "

91FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 6: MENU mode/Setup menu)Setting the digital output signal format (Digi Out Type)1) Use the [MENU] dial to select

92FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 6: MENU mode/Setup menu)Selecting the battery type (Battery)1) Use the [MENU] dial to select "Setup" a

93FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 6: MENU mode/Setup menu)Selecting the USB keyboard type (Keyboard)1) Use the [MENU] dial to select "Setup&q

94FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 6: MENU mode/Setup menu)Viewing the ROM version (Version)1) Use the [MENU] dial to select "Setup" and

95FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 6: MENU mode/Setup menu)Initializing settings of the Setup menu (Init Setup)1) Use the [MENU] dial to select &qu

96FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 6: MENU mode/Setup menu)When a USB keyboard is connected to the FR-2, you can carry out the following operation.

97FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 7: Exporting audio files to a PC)Chapter 7: Exporting audio files to a PCThis chapter describes how to export au

98FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 7: Exporting audio files to a PC)By connecting the FR-2 to your PC via the USB ports, you can transfer audio (BW

99FR-2 Field Memory Recorder (Chapter 7: Exporting audio files to a PC)Connecting the FR-2 to a PC1) Turn on the power of both the PC and FR-2.2) Pres