How often is it necessary to clean the tape path on the ADAT?
The ADAT tape path should not require cleaning before the start of every session or project, nor do the heads require any scheduled maintenance. However, there are several indicators on the ADAT to assist you in determining when it is time to clean the tape path. Research shows that these indicators will begin to surface between 300-600 of DRUM ON HOURS. Drum on hours refer to the amount of time the drum is in contact with the tape. You can check the amount of Drum On Hours for your ADAT by holding the SET LOCATE button while pressing the STOP button.
