Topic: Microtrack ii - dropping out of record. HALP

[cleantone]

 
from Google's AI. Not sure if it's helpful.

The M-Audio MicroTrack Il often stops recording randomly due to issues with CF card compatibility, speed (write errors), or power instability, such as a weak battery. To fix this, use high-speed CF cards, format the card within the device, avoid overfilling the memory, and check that the battery is fully charged.
Key Troubleshooting Steps:
• CF Card Issues (Most Common): The MicroTrack Il is sensitive to memory cards.
Use a high-quality, high-speed (fast write speed) CompactFlash (CF) card. Avoid using large capacity cards, as older devices may not handle them well. Always format the card within the MicroTrack Il itself rather than a computer.
• Battery Power: If the battery is low or not supplying consistent power, the unit may stop recording abruptly. Ensure the battery is fully charged or use the AC adapter for long sessions.
• File Size Limits: The device might stop recording if the file reaches the maximum size limit of the file system (usually FAT32).
• Check for Overheating: While less common for audio recorders, if the unit is in a hot environment, it may cause issues.
Potential Workarounds:
• Format Regularly: Reformat the card in the MicroTrack Il before every new recording session.
• Use Faster Card: Ensure the card is rated for fast write speeds to keep up with the audio data.
• Monitor Levels: While some users reported it may stop even without warning, keeping an eye on the recording meters is recommended.

[Brian Emerick]

I think this is one of the few units which someone told me could accept 32k digital input from a DAT recorded in LP mode.

I even remember it being said that it had always been a buggy device.

Does anyone know if I'm remembering this correctly?

lol, hi Rob.  It cannot.

[Brian Emerick]

from Google's AI. Not sure if it's helpful.

The M-Audio MicroTrack Il often stops recording randomly due to issues with CF card compatibility, speed (write errors), or power instability, such as a weak battery. To fix this, use high-speed CF cards, format the card within the device, avoid overfilling the memory, and check that the battery is fully charged.
Key Troubleshooting Steps:
• CF Card Issues (Most Common): The MicroTrack Il is sensitive to memory cards.
Use a high-quality, high-speed (fast write speed) CompactFlash (CF) card. Avoid using large capacity cards, as older devices may not handle them well. Always format the card within the MicroTrack Il itself rather than a computer.
• Battery Power: If the battery is low or not supplying consistent power, the unit may stop recording abruptly. Ensure the battery is fully charged or use the AC adapter for long sessions.
• File Size Limits: The device might stop recording if the file reaches the maximum size limit of the file system (usually FAT32).
• Check for Overheating: While less common for audio recorders, if the unit is in a hot environment, it may cause issues.
Potential Workarounds:
• Format Regularly: Reformat the card in the MicroTrack Il before every new recording session.
• Use Faster Card: Ensure the card is rated for fast write speeds to keep up with the audio data.
• Monitor Levels: While some users reported it may stop even without warning, keeping an eye on the recording meters is recommended.

thanks.  Sounds like I'm supposed to format it after every wipe, within the player.  It's a fast card and it's only 8GB, which I'm not sure if that is "big" for the era or not.  It's also always plugged in, and out in the open air.

[cleantone]

I don't think you've said what format you're recording. If you test with a lower quality, for lower writing demands, does it still crap out? If not, this would appear to indicate that it's having trouble keeping up with the writing demands.

[Brian Emerick]

I don't think you've said what format you're recording. If you test with a lower quality, for lower writing demands, does it still crap out? If not, this would appear to indicate that it's having trouble keeping up with the writing demands.

24/48, 2GB max.  I haven't tested lower quality - but the main thing I've noticed lately is it will just refuse to start.  You hit record, it says 1 of 1, no timer starts, and it goes back to 0 of 0.  for instance.

[robgronotte]

I think this is one of the few units which someone told me could accept 32k digital input from a DAT recorded in LP mode.

I even remember it being said that it had always been a buggy device.

Does anyone know if I'm remembering this correctly?

lol, hi Rob.  It cannot.

Bummer. Sounded like you just got this unit so didn't know if you had tried.  I need to look through my bookmarks for the units people told me about. This name and symptom sounded so familiar!
Hope you can get it working for the cassettes.

[Brian Emerick]

looks like as long as I format the card IN the recorder, it mostly works OK