Edirol FA-101 User Manual

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Troubleshooting
 
Has a mic or guitar been left connected?
 
If a mic or guitar is connected to the FA-101, disconnect the mic or guitar and turn the input sensitivity knob all 
the way toward the left (lowering the input level).
 
Have you connected the grounding terminal?
 
Connecting the chassis of your computer or the grounding terminal of your computer’s AC power cord to an 
electrical ground may solve the problem. Also, make sure that a device that produces a strong magnetic field, 
such as a television or microwave oven, is not located nearby.
 
Could numerous audio devices be connected?
 
Noise may occur if numerous audio devices are connected. Do not connect audio devices you are not using.
 
Is the output level indicator lit red?
 
If you are inputting sound via the 
 
combo input jacks
 
, use the FA-101’s input sensitivity knobs to lower the 
input level.
 
Is the input level appropriate?
 
If you are inputting audio via 
 
input jacks 7 and 8
 
, use the FA-101's 
 
input level adjustment knob
 
 (rear panel) 
to adjust the input level. If you are inputting audio via the 
 
combo input jacks
 
, use the 
 
input sensitivity knobs
 
 
(front panel) to adjust the input level.
If you are inputting audio via the 
 
INPUT2 combo input jack
 
, check the setting of the 
 
input impedance select 
switch
 
.
 
Is the direct monitor volume set appropriately?
 
Adjust the volume as described in 
 
Direct Monitor Volume
 
 
Does the noise decrease when you turn down the volume of your guitar?
 
If the noise decreases when you turn down the volume of your guitar, the guitar pickup may be affected by 
noise from your computer or display. Try locating the guitar as far away from the computer as possible.
 
Are you using the correct jack?
 
Connect your guitar to the 
 
INPUT 2
 
 combo input jack.
 
Is the input impedance select switch set correctly?
 
Set the 
 
input impedance select switch
 
 to 
 
Hi-Z
 
.
 
Is the input level appropriate?
 
Turn the 
 
input sensitivity knob
 
 toward the right to adjust the input volume.
 
Noise or distortion occurs when the FA-101 is not 
connected to your computer
The sound is too weak
 
Sound is distorted
Sound of a device connected to the input jacks is distorted
Insufficient volume from a device connected to the audio input/output jacks
A substantial amount of noise is present in the guitar sound
Insufficient volume from your guitar
Insufficient volume from a mic
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