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Section 8: Syncing to tape and other devices

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8.4 Syncing to FSK24

The ability to sync to FSK24 is provided to allow the MPC60 to sync to

recordings using sync signals created by machines using the FSK

method, such as drum machines and simple sequencers. It is not

recommended to use this method for new recordings because of its

inferiority to SMPTE time code.

FSK24 sync code is generated in real time as the MPC60 plays.

FSK24 sync code contains tempo information and therefore it is

important that the tempo be set to the desired setting BEFORE the

sync tone is recorded to tape.

To record the sync tone to tape:

1. Connect the SYNC OUT jack of the MPC60 to the input of a track on

your multi-track tape recorder.

2. Press the TEMPO/SYNC key, then press the <Sync Screen> soft key,

and the sync screen will appear:

3. Set the MODE field (Sync output section) to FSK24.

4. Press the MAIN SCREEN key.

5. Compose the basic structure of your song, including the correct

tempo and any tempo changes.

6. Once the basic structure is completed, set up all track assignments

and set all levels to record the sync tone and the first musical parts

to tape. Record the sync tone at -3 dB.

7. Start the tape recorder into record mode and wait about 5 seconds.

8. Press the PLAY START key on the MPC60 to start recording the sync

tone and the first parts of your sequence to tape.

9. Once the sequence is complete, stop the MPC60 and stop the tape

recorder.

To play back the MPC60 in sync to the tape:

1. Connect the output of the tape track containing the FSK24 signal to the

SYNC INPUT of the MPC60.

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