The Table of Contents (TOC) holds and displays the number of total songs, total time, the time of each song, the start time of each song and the remaining time-making the Fostex D-5 as easy to use as a CD player.
Q-Code Recognition
The Fostex D-5 recognises the CD Q-Code during digital signal transfer from CD through its optical input. Then, it precisely records S-IDs, according to the track number and index information of the CD Q-Code. even if there is a break in the middle of a song, or if there isn’t a non-recorded section between two songs, because the S-IDs are recorded correctly, you can locate to the Start ID (beginning of song) precisely. Plus, the Fostex D-5 does not contain a copy ID function. All signals are recorded copy-free.
Highly Reliable Sendust Head
The Fostex D-5 employs a specially processed sendust head with improved wear characteristics, as well as a stable tape path. The robust D-5 will withstand the rigorous use in a professional studio environment with high reliability.
A/D & D/A Converters with Quality Sound
Using a 1-bit wide range linear A/D converter and a high-speed pulse flow 1-bit D/A converter, the Fostex D-5 has superior sound and minimal conversion error. Your assurance that the Fostex D-5 is a high-quality recorder/reproducer. Perfect for mastering.
Dual Function Compatibility
In the case of the Fostex Hard Disk Recorders – Model DMT-8 Digital Multitracker and Model D-80 Rack Mount Hard Disk Recorder with removable hard drive and detachable control panel – the Fostex D-5 serves a dual function. First, as the digital mixdown recorder; second, as the archive machine for backing up data. It’s an ideal combination.
Clean Control Clock Circuit
The D-5 system control clock runs independent of the analogue and digital circuits. As a result, a clean clock signal is generated – offering the ultimate in signal-to-noise ratio and low distortion.
Performance & Affordability
Considering the vast array of features and functions, the uncompromising audio quality and the rock-solid construction, the D-5 is a remarkably affordable DAT machine. It offers you true value in the classic price/performance ratio.
Fostex D-5 Features
- Latest technology: 16-Bit AD/DA circuitry. One of the cleanest sounding machines on the market!
- Ideal for archiving data for DMT-8 and D-80 Fostex Hard Disk Recorders.
- Full complement of sub code data: Start IDs, Skip IDs and End IDs.
- Q-Code system on the optical input: detects track numbers on a CD and automatically records a Start ID for each track so you can make perfect backup clones of your CDs.
- Shuttle with audio: provides all Jog Wheel functions without the wheel!
- Additional 32kHz sampling rate doubles the amount of recording time. Save on tape costs and record extended programs without changing tapes.
- 4-Motor Transport.
- Full AES/ EBU Digital I/Os: easy connection to any studio environment, balanced or unbalanced.
- S/PDIF Optical I/Os: all standards provided.
- GPI triggers for Play, Start ID FFwd, Stop and Start ID Rwd: can be used for a hardwired remote of Fader Start functions.
Additional features include:
- Switchable input levels (-10dBV/+4dBm): The D-5 fits in both professional and home studio environments.
- Multiple counter display modes-including re-setable Program Mode. (A-time, Program time, Time Remaining, Program Time Remaining, Error Read-out for both heads, TOC, etc.). A wealth of useful information.
- Front panel Input Level control.
- Standard Full Function Infra-Red Remote Control.
- Last Memory Function: retains the last working settings prior to powering down. You never have to guess what mode you were in the last time you recorded.
- High speed AI search: search Start IDs at 300x normal play speed.
- Double Reed Solomon Error Correction circuitry. Industry Standard Error Correction.
- Create custom playback sequence just like a CD player: play only the tracks you want.
Please note the following important features which are not immediately apparent:
- The D-5 offers full jog/shuttle functions with its Fast Wind keys pressed in conjunction with the Play Key.
- The D-5 displays A-time, A-Time Remaining, Program Time, Program Time Remaining, Actual Time Counter, Total Record Time (for a given segment), PNO Numbers, Margin Levels, Counter Clear modes And Error Read-outs for both channels.
Please note the following features which give the D-5 its competitive edge:
- The D-5 retains all its current settings when powered down. You won’t have to go back and set up all the functions from a previous session.
- There is a “Table; of Contents” display that indicates the total time recorded on the tape and the number of program numbers recorded.
- The D-5 has a connector for GPI (General Purpose Interface) triggers.
- The D-5 comes with a full function Infra-Red Remote control which includes a 10 Keypad.
- You can shut off all the information in the display and have it read just PNOs. This function can be accessed from the supplied remote control.
- You can program user definable playback sequences by storing PNOs in the desired order of playback.
- The D-5 supports Q-Code functions. When recording from a CD, each time the D-5 detects a track number it will automatically record a PNO.
