Fostex Bundles Hardware/Software with New D2424 to Offer a Complete 24-Track Digital Recording SystemOct 04, 2000 Fostex announces that its new D2424 24-track recorder/editor is now being bundled with a Hammersall Digi 9652 card and C-Console software. This hardware and software is included at no additional charge, offering D2424 owners a complete 24-bit/96kHz digital recording solution right from the start. The D2424 system provides a number of high performance features and functions, including 24-bit/96kHz record/reproduce and 128-times oversampling AD/DA. The unit features 24 tracks with 32 virtual tracks for a total of 56 tracks. The Hammersall card is equipped with six lightpipe I/Os, an ADAT Sync connector and WORD clock I/O. The C-Console software offers all the control functions of the D2424 remote, including a 24-channel meter bridge. "With the D2424, you now have complete 24-track recording system right out of the box," says Rick Cannata, professional products manager for Fostex US. "Not only can you track on the D2424, you can use your computer as a mixer with the audio residing on the Fostex unit instead of your hard drive. The D2424 also offers a Time Code package, which includes a generator reader with optional 4.7GB DVD-RAM backup and eight-channel AES-EBU card." The D2424, itself, offers unlimited UNDOs, COPY/PASTE between programs, a dedicated ALL INPUT key and much more. New features also include Auto EE mode to automatically activate ALL Input Monitor at Stop mode and a MARK Stop function that stops a song at a designated locate point. A foot switch has also been added to remotely Punch In/Out as well as an extension slot for an Ethernet card. The copy, cut, paste, move and erase functions have 99 times repeatable levels of undo. The direct locate function is accessed via the PREV/NEXT key to automatically locate memory points from 00 to 99. The Sync To Video function allows system integration with various video editors complying with RS-422, P2 protocol. The independent Time Code generator function may be designated to any Time Code address. Pre or post stripe and jam sync is also available. Time Code frame rates include: 24, 25, 30ND, 30DF, 29.97ND and 29.97DF. For added convenience, the removable front panel also serves as a full function remote offering compatibility with video editors and other professional tools. For custom applications, the unit can also be ordered without the hard drive. To offer a more professional appearance, the chassis color is black. For more information, visit their web site at www.fostex.com. |