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ADAT Error Codes | Additional Codes for XT | Reinitialization Procedures | Current Software

ADAT Error Codes
CODE DEFINITION ACTION TO TAKE
Err 0 Faulty Tape Load or Eject Try loading again. If N/G, reinitialize.
Err 1 Tape did not pull properly from cassette Try another tape (tape may be defective).
Err 2 Tape didn't thread to "disengaged" mode Try again, otherwise loading system problem.
Err 3 Tape didn't thread to "engaged" mode Reinitialize, otherwise possible load system problem.
Err 4 Rotary Head not spinning Reinitialize, otherwise possible drum motor problem.
Err 5 Drum Speed to Fast/Slow Make sure "Digital In" is not pressed whennot used.
Err 6 Did not load data from head of tape Make sure BRC was turned on AFTER ADAT's.
Err 7 Bad write sector(s) Clean heads. If N/G, may be worn heads and/or bad orworn tape.
Err 8 Sync lost, tape will stop Possible bad sync cable. Use only ALESIS cables.
Err 9 Capstan spinning, tape won't move Broken tape? Try another. Possible bad idler wheel and/orpinch roller.
ADI flashing "Flashing dot". Dirty heads Clean heads properly (recommend dBm2705 Cleaning Kit).ALSO see Er 7.
DU Unit has condensation on or near heads DO NOT LOAD A TAPE! Leave unit on a few hours to letdry.
Full Serial Buffer is full Reinitialize. Possible bad idler wheel or sync cable.
Prot Cassette's write tab has been removed Check cassette. If tab has NOT been removed, poss. badwrite protect switch.
NOFO Unit cannot verify formatted tape Possible worn heads, poor alignment/calibration, worn/badtapes, cleaning.

**ADAT Error Codes**
CODE	DEFINITION	ACTION TO TAKE
Err 0	Faulty Tape Load or Eject	Try loading again. If N/G, reinitialize.
Err 1	Tape did not pull properly from cassette	Try another tape (tape may be defective).
Err 2	Tape didn't thread to "disengaged" mode	Try again, otherwise loading system problem.
Err 3	Tape didn't thread to "engaged" mode	Reinitialize, otherwise possible load system problem.
Err 4	Rotary Head not spinning	Reinitialize, otherwise possible drum motor problem.
Err 5	Drum Speed to Fast/Slow	Make sure "Digital In" is not pressed whennot used.
Err 6	Did not load data from head of tape	Make sure BRC was turned on AFTER ADAT's.
Err 7	Bad write sector(s)	Clean heads. If N/G, may be worn heads and/or bad orworn tape.
Err 8	Sync lost, tape will stop	Possible bad sync cable. Use only ALESIS cables.
Err 9	Capstan spinning, tape won't move	Broken tape? Try another. Possible bad idler wheel and/orpinch roller.
ADI flashing	"Flashing dot". Dirty heads	Clean heads properly (recommend dBm2705 Cleaning Kit).ALSO see Er 7.
DU	Unit has condensation on or near heads	DO NOT LOAD A TAPE! Leave unit on a few hours to letdry.
Full	Serial Buffer is full	Reinitialize. Possible bad idler wheel or sync cable.
Prot	Cassette's write tab has been removed	Check cassette. If tab has NOT been removed, poss. badwrite protect switch.
NOFO	Unit cannot verify formatted tape	Possible worn heads, poor alignment/calibration, worn/badtapes, cleaning.

Additional Codes for the ADAT-XT
Err 10 A track is in rec, but XT not in rec mode Reinitialize
Err 11-13 Not Used Reserved for future functions
Err 14 Crossfade Buffer error Reinitialize
Err 15 Crossfade State or Channel error Reinitialize
Err 16 Not used Reserved for future functions
Err 17 End Sensor error One of the tape end sensors is bad

**Additional Codes for the ADAT-XT**
Err 10	A track is in rec, but XT not in rec mode	Reinitialize
Err 11-13	Not Used	Reserved for future functions
Err 14	Crossfade Buffer error	Reinitialize
Err 15	Crossfade State or Channel error	Reinitialize
Err 16	Not used	Reserved for future functions
Err 17	End Sensor error	One of the tape end sensors is bad

Reinitialization Procedures
ADAT Press "PLAY" and "REC" while powering up. Releaseafter 3 seconds.
ADAT-XT same
BRC same
XT-20 same
LX-20 Press "REC" while powering up. Release after3 seconds. Note: It's normal for this unit to power up when plugged in.

**Reinitialization Procedures**
ADAT	Press "PLAY" and "REC" while powering up. Releaseafter 3 seconds.
ADAT-XT	same
BRC	same
XT-20	same
LX-20	Press "REC" while powering up. Release after3 seconds. Note: It's normal for this unit to power up when plugged in.

Current Software Versions (Nov. '98)
ADAT 4.03
ADAT-XT 1.06
BRC 2.04 EPROM, ASIC's: Rev 4 and 1.02
XT-20 2.0
LX-20 1.00

**Current Software Versions (Nov. '98)**
ADAT	4.03
ADAT-XT	1.06
BRC	2.04 EPROM, ASIC's: Rev 4 and 1.02
XT-20	2.0
LX-20	1.00

If you are still experiencing problems, even after maintenance, chances are you need your unit professionally serviced. Call 212-629-0dBm, Mon-Fri, 10am-6pm EST to speak to an authorized Digital Audio Technician. If the technician determines that service is required, dBm will service it for you and return it promptly, no matter where you are located. At dBm, "downtime" is a dirty word!!!