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6.1 INTRODUCTION
The RADAR II Session Controller provides remote control of basic housekeeping
functions as well as providing the necessary functions and a Jog Wheel for editing
audio data. The RE-8 also has input jacks for foot switches to allow hands-free
control of selected transport functions.
The Session Controller keys are arranged in groups (as shown on Page 6-3) to make
them easier to learn as well as reducing unnecessary hand movements. Session
Controller functions are explained in detail below.
6.2 TRACK ARMING FUNCTIONS
6.2.1 Track Arms
The Track Arming keys are used to for several purposes: for arming tracks prior to
record, for punching in on additional tracks while recording, and in editing modes,
for selecting track(s) to be edited. These switches are momentary type with an LED
in the center to indicate active status.
The Session Controller provides 48 Track Arming keys, for use when combining
systems via RADARLINK - one Session Controller can seamlessly control up to five
RADAR II systems!
6.2.2 Track Function Keys
6.2.2.1 RECord SAFE/CLEAR (§3.5.4)
This function protects against accidental erasure by locking-out the track arming
buttons. It can also disarm a group of tracks any time you press the REC SAFE.
SHIFT followed by this button will clear all selected tracks.
6.2.2.2 TRACK SOLO (§3.7)
This is used to audition individual or multiple tracks while muting the rest, and is
designed to be a more convenient method for solo when editing audio with the RE-
8.
(TRACK SOLO is also useful as a stereo-in-place solo function if your mixing desk is
not capable of this.)
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