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Flexible Sync Capabilities
We have placed great emphasis on developing reliable external synchronization
for RADAR II. On RADAR II, external sync is not an expensive option
package, but is included in every system. And, RADAR II’s sync functions are
flexible enough to tolerate variable speeds from the time code source.
RADAR II’s transport speed control can continuously synchronize to wild
SMPTE Time Code. A highly specialized clock circuit can effortlessly track a
varying SMPTE signal from a tape machine even if Varispeed has been applied;
RADAR II can even lock to time code in reverse!
Manual or Automatic Punching with Undo
Punch-ins or punch-outs can be done in exactly the same way as on a tape
recorder. You may arm tracks on the fly, punch into record manually on the fly,
and/or punch into record automatically at marked punch points. RADAR II’s
accuracy enables you to reliably punch the same location(s) over and over - and
its undo feature allows you to experiment with punch-ins until they are perfect!
Because of RADAR II’s unmatched processing power, there is no limit to the
number of tracks that can be simultaneously punched, and RADAR II's smooth
adjustable crossfades make for seamless punch points.
Modular System with Upgrade Path
RADAR II can be purchased initially as a 24-track recorder with one internal
9GB hard disk drive. The chassis is ready to accept up to two additional devices
to expand the system’s recording capacity, or to integrate a backup tape drive
into the system. All external devices are mounted in removable disk carriers for
fast, easy swapping.
Otari also offers the EDB-3 external disk drive chassis– this option adds up to
three external disk drives for additional recording capacity, and can include a
tape subsystem for archiving audio recorded on RADAR II. A RADAR II
system with this option can record on the internal drives, the external drives, or
both. For more information about these options, please contact your Otari
representative.
Flexible Drive Configurations
RADAR II may be fitted with many combinations of storage and backup media,
enabling you to customize the system’s performance to your unique
requirements. Besides standard hard disk media, Otari supports magneto-optical
(MO) media, JAZ™ removable media, and a variety of tape-based backup
devices including Exabyte and Travan. As new media and new technologies
come to the forefront, RADAR II is poised to incorporate them - extending the
value of your investment.
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