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Connecting the X2
X2 Reference Manual 31
Interfacing to an Unbalanced -10 dBV Multitrack Recorder
Interfacing the X2 with a typical multitrack recorder using semiprofessional
unbalanced phono or 1/4" phone jacks is a simple process. Alternatively, if you are
using one or more ADATs, it is recommended to interface the balanced inputs and
outputs using the ELCO-type connectors.
To interface with a typical unbalanced multitrack recorder:
1 Connect any microphones or instruments to be recorded into the MIC or LINE
INPUTS of channels 1 through 24.
2 Connect the TAPE OUTs to the corresponding tape tracks by using either 1/4"-
to-RCA cables (for connecting to a Tascam or Fostex recorder) or 1/4"-to-1/4"
cables (for connecting to ADAT unbalanced inputs).
3 Set the +4/-10 switch on the rear panel to the “in” (-10 dBV) setting.
4 Connect the tape machine’s outputs to the TAPE IN jacks of the same-numbered
channels of the X2. Whenever you want to hear the playback of the machine,
track 1 will appear on the Monitor section of channel 1, track 2 will appear on
the Monitor section of channel 2, and so on (see section 6.1, Monitor Controls).
In this case, note that the connection is taking place at -10 dBV, unbalanced. This
method can yield good results, provided that the cables between the ADAT and the
X2 are no more than 20 feet long.