Sound Devices 722 - Manual (Page 31)

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24-Hour Time Counter
By default, the 24-Hour Time Counter is displayed below the big A-Time. The position of the
A-time and the 24-hour time counter numbers can be exchanged in the Setup Menu option
Time Counter: Display. When Big 24h time is selected, the 24-Hour Time Counter value is
displayed in the main numeric display. If Time Counter Mode is turned off, A-time is shown as large
numbers, even with Big 24h time is set.
Record Pause is not available when set to 24-Hour Time Counter Mode.
Recording
The user interface of the product has been designed similar to a “tape recorder”. Recording and play-
back functions are quite similar to that of tape-based machines. The flexibility of file-based recording
provides control not possible with tape-based recorders.
Recording
The largest, most easily accessed control on the 722 is the record key. Recording takes
priority over all activity except for disk formatting, disk speed tests, and file transfers. The 722 will
immediately enter record mode when the record key is pressed. When recording, the adjacent red
LED will illuminate to indicate that the unit is in record mode.
In the event that the system is not ready to begin a new file, the recorder will enter standby mode.
“REC Pending” will appear in the File Name field of the LCD display and the adjacent red LED will
flash. The 722 will immediately begin recording as soon all selected media is ready.
If no inputs are routed to tracks, recording cannot take place. Make certain that at least one record track is
assigned for recording.
Recording integrity is further enhanced through a process of periodic, automatic file directory and
header updates written to disk during recording. This ensures file integrity in the unlikely event of a
total loss of power.
The auto save feature does not apply to MP3 or FLAC recordings. If power is lost while recording to these
formats the recordings maybe invalid.
While recording, the power, ff, rew, input, tone, and drive keys are disabled. Recording is stopped by
pressing and holding the STOP key. The Stop key must be held for 150 ms or greater to end record-
ing. Although the setup menu can be viewed during recording, menu items affecting recording are
lined out in the menu list.