5 − Recording
Automatic track division
The trigger level can also be used to divide tracks if the A_TRACK
(auto track) function is enabled.
When this function is enabled, the unit automatically inserts a
track division in the recorded material.
To enable or disable automatic track division
1.
Use A_TRK option in the REC sub-menu to set the mode on.
The A.TRACK indicator at the top right of the display lights.
2.
Rotate and push the MULTI JOG dial to select and enter the
modes following:
DD (digital direct)
When recording digitally from MD or CD, this mode
detects a track boundary and divides the track.
However, when the DD mode is on, and if the analog
source or non-CD/MD digital connections are detected,
the track number will be incremented using level
detection, as set with the A_TRK LEVEL setting as
described here.
Time (Time track increment)
The track will be incremented when the time set prior
to recording using the menu item “A_TRK TIME?” has
passed. (see “Operation basics” on page 16)
The time can be set between one minute and ten
minutes in one minute increments. The A.TRACK
indicator blinks during recording or when in record
ready mode.
Level
When the sound level has dropped below the
threshold for more than two seconds, and sound has
re-started, the track will be divided.
Use A_TRK LEVEL option in the REC sub-menu. The
trigger level is set to -24dB to -72 dB.
A_LVL
level
time
Track increment
At least
2 seconds
Manually divide track
While recording is taking place, press the RECORD key. The
current track number is incremented by one.
For details of automatic track division while recording, see
“Automatic track division” on page 26.
NOTE
According to the “Red Book” (the specification for audio CDs),
a track cannot be less than four seconds in length, and there
can be a maximum of 99 tracks on an audio CD. Bear these
limitations in mind when adding track divisions.
This operation can not be applied while recording track 99.
Rec mute function
The Rec mute function allows instant cut-off of the input signal,
and records four seconds of silence on the disc.
While recording is in progress, press the REC MUTE key on the
remote control.
The display shows the “Rec Mute” flashing, the meters stop
displaying the current level and the monitored sound is cut.
After about four seconds, the unit enters record ready mode.
NOTE
This function is only available from the remote control unit.
Restricting the number of tracks
When making a recording, it is possible to restrict the number of
tracks that nay be recorded at one time.
At any time within record or record ready mode, turn the MULTI
JOG dial to display the track numbers you want to record.
The maximum number that can be entered is 99 tracks.
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