» D00964620A CD-RW900SL CD Rewritable Recorder Professional OWNER'S MANUAL
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 Read these instructions. • Do not expose this apparatus to drips or splashes. 2 Keep these instructions. • Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus. 3 Heed all warnings. 4 Follow all instructions. 5 Do not use this apparatus near water. 6 Clean only with dry cloth. 7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Safety Information This product has been designed and manufactured according to FDA regulations "title 21, CFR, chapter 1, subchapter J, based on the Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968", and is classified as a class 1 laser product. There is no hazardous invisible laser radiation during operation because invisible laser radiation emitted inside of this product is completely confined in the protective housings. The label required in this regulation is shown at 1.
Contents 1 − Introduction.......................................... 6 Supplied accessories........................................ 6 Rack-mounting the unit................................... 6 About this manual........................................... 6 About CD-R and CD-RW discs......................... 7 About finalizing............................................... 7 Recordable discs.....................................................7 Environmental considerations........................
1IMPORTANT − Introduction SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Thank you for your purchase of the TASCAM CD-RW900SL CD rewritable recorder. Before connecting and using the unit, please take time to read this manual thoroughly to ensure you understand how to properly set up and connect the CD-RW900SL, as well as the operation of its many useful and convenient functions. After you have finished reading this manual, please keep it in a safe place for future reference.
1− Introduction IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS About CD-R and CD-RW discs CD-R discs can be recorded once only. Once they have been used for recording, they cannot be erased or re-recorded. However, if space is available on the disc, additional material can be recorded.
1IMPORTANT − Introduction SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Environmental considerations The CD-RW900SL may be used in most areas, but to maintain top performance, and prolong operating life, observe the following environmental conditions: • The nominal temperature should be between 5°C and 35°C (41°F and 95°F). • Relative humidity should be 30 to 90 percent. • As the unit may become hot during operation, always leave sufficient space above the unit for ventilation.
1− Introduction IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Beware of condensation If the unit (or a compact disc) is moved from a cold to a warm place, or used after a sudden temperature change, there is a danger of condensation; vapor in the air could condense on the internal mechanism, making correct oper- ation impossible. To prevent this, or if this occurs, let the player sit for one or two hours at the new room temperature before using.
2IMPORTANT − FeaturesSAFETY of the CD-RW900SL PRECAUTIONS Front panel 1 2 e 3 4 5 6 7 89 0 r t y u i o p a s 1 POWER switch The power switch is used to switch the unit on and off. 2 Disc slot Discs should be inserted label side upwards into the unit’s slot. Gently slide in a disc until the unit pulls the disc in. Note that ������������������������������������������������� if the unit does n������������������������������� ot pull the disc in, press the EJECT key to cancel the action.
2 − Features of the CD-RW900SL IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When Directory search is on, and when stopped, using this key selects the directory. This key also moves the cursor in the right direction when entering TEXT data. o STOP key Use this key to stop playback or recording. p PLAY key Use this key to start or resume playback or recording. f INPUT SELECT Use this key to select the different audio inputs and the input combinations (see “Input selection” on page 23 for full details).
2IMPORTANT − FeaturesSAFETY of the CD-RW900SL PRECAUTIONS Display This display shows various types of operation information, including CD disc information, deck operation modes, and menu status. z TOC The TOC indicator lights up red when a loaded disc contains TOC (Table of Contents) data. x Track number display During playback or selection, the track number is displayed. When Incremental playback is on, and when in playback or playback ready mode, the TRACK indicator blinks.
2 − Features of the CD-RW900SL IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS RC-RW900SL Remote control unit q READY key Use this key to standby for playback or recording. w SYNC REC key Use this key to turn synchronized recording on and off (see “Synchronized recording” on page 25 for details). 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 q e r t y u i o p a s d w e EJECT key Ejects the loaded disc from the unit. r Number keys (0 through 9) Use these keys for direct entry of track numbers when playing back, or making a programmed play list.
3IMPORTANT − Menu operation SAFETY PRECAUTIONS The various settings and editing operations possible with the CD-RW900SL are performed through menu options shown on the display. Among the many menu setting options, some may be made directly using the keys on the remote control. Menu configuration The menus are configured as shown below. Please see the reference page for more details of each menu.
3 − Menu operation IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Operation basics 1. Select the desired menu option. Press the MENU key on the front panel or remote control to call up the desired menu. The menu option PLAY will be shown on the display at first. 3. Setting the desired menu item or value. Front panel operation: Use the MULTI JOG dial to select the desired menu item or value. Pushing the dial enters and exits menu mode. Remote control operation: Use the SKIP key.
4IMPORTANT − PlaybackSAFETY operations PRECAUTIONS The CD-RW900SL can be used to play back CDs (including CD-R and CD-RW discs that have been recorded and finalized on other types of recorder), as well as CD-R discs and CD-RW discs that have been recorded on the unit. Audio files in MP3 format on CD-ROM, CD-R and CD-RW are also playable on the unit. Discs for playback The CD discs in the CD-RW900SL can play back the types of discs listed below. • Commercial pre-recorded CDs recorded in CD-DA format.
4 SAFETY − Playback operations IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS Selecting by track number Using the number keys on the remote control, the number of the desired track can be entered directory. Even numbers with two or three digits can be entered easily. For example: After input, press the PLAY key to start playback. Or, the READY key to cue the track at its head position and enter playback standby mode. Track 9: press ‘9’ and 009 will be displayed. Track 12: press ‘1’ and ‘2’ and 012 will be displayed.
4IMPORTANT − PlaybackSAFETY operations PRECAUTIONS Playback modes There are four different playback modes. The selected mode will be indicated on the left of the display. • Continuous playback mode (default setting): no indication lamp • Single playback mode: SINGLE is lit • Program playback mode: PROGRAM red lamp is lit • Random playback mode: RANDOM red lamp is lit The playback mode can be selected using the PLAY MODE key on the remote control unit.
4 SAFETY − Playback operations IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS When stopped, if the playback mode is switched to another, all the program data will be erased. If an attempt is made to enter more than 100 program steps, the message PGM Full! appears on the display. The programmed play order is not memorized when power is turned off. If the total program playing time exceeds 999 min 59 sec, --- : -- appears on the display. In this mode, if there are no tracks programed, the CD-RW900SL will not start playback.
4IMPORTANT − PlaybackSAFETY operations PRECAUTIONS A to B repeat playback If a specific portion between two points on the disc is specified, that portion can be played back repeatedly. 1. During playback, press the A-B key on the remote control at the beginning of the desired portion on the disc. The REPEAT indicator lights up in the display and the A- indicator will flash. 2. At the end of the desired portion on the disc, press the A-B key again.
4 SAFETY − Playback operations IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS Key control function The key of the music can be changed during stop, playback or playback standby modes. However, please note that this feature does not work with MP3 discs. 1. Press the MENU key to select the KEY option in the PLAY sub-menu (see “Operation basics” on page 15) to enter the function. Or, press the KEY key on the remote control to set the function on. The KEY indicator will light up. 2.
4IMPORTANT − PlaybackSAFETY operations PRECAUTIONS About MP3 track data During playback, titles are displayed in the following order of priority: ID3v2 > ID3v1 > file title When stopped, the file title is displayed. Directory playback setting 1. Press the DIRECTORY key on the remote control. Or, use the DIRECTORY option in the PLAY sub-menu to turn this mode on or off (see “Operation basics” on page 15). Pressing the MENU key or pushing the MULTI JOG dial exits to normal mode.
5 − Recording IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Before you start recording using the CD-RW900SL, make sure that you understand the following key points: • Once you have recorded on a CD-R disc, the data cannot be erased from it. • You can add tracks to an unfinalized recordable disc. Once finalized, a CD-R disc is “fixed” and behaves in the same way as a pre-recorded disc. Finalized CD-RW discs, however, can be erased, refreshed and re-recorded.
5IMPORTANT − Recording SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Basic recording 1. Load a recordable disc into the unit. As the disc loaded, the display shows TOC Reading, with the period flashing. 2. Press the INPUT SELECT key to select a recording source (see “Input selection” on page 23). If a digital source is selected, and the connection or the signal are improper, the error message D-IN UNLOCK! will appear on the display. 3. Press the RECORD key.
5 − Recording IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Advanced recording Fade-in and fade-out recording At the beginning and end of recording, fade-in and fadeout effects can be performed. 1. When stopped or when in recording standby mode, set the operation using the following menu options on the REC sub-menu (see “Operation basics” on page 15). FADE IN? The length of the fade in to the normal level can be set between 1 and 30 seconds in 1-second increments (default setting: 3 seconds).
5IMPORTANT − Recording SAFETY PRECAUTIONS NOTE If you set the value so that only high-level signals trigger recording, remember that the start of a piece may not be record as in the diagram. level S_LVL Recordsing starts This part of the track may not be recorded Also remember that when recording from an analog source, the threshold should be set so that it is higher than the“ noise floor”.
5 − Recording IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Rec mute function The Rec mute function allows instant cut-off of the input signal, and records four seconds of silence on the disc. While recording is in progress, press the REC MUTE key on the remote control. The display shows the Rec Mute flashing, the meters stop displaying the current level and the monitored sound is cut. After about four seconds, the unit enters record ready mode. NOTE This function is only available from the remote control unit.
6IMPORTANT − After recording SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This section deals with the actions taken after record-ing: finalizing for CD-R and CD-RW discs, and erase operations for CD-RW discs. recorded on them. Even if the disc is full, tracks can be erased following the unfinalize process, and new material can be recorded. Once finalized, CD-R discs are truly final—no more can be recorded on them. By contrast, CD-RW discs can be “unfinalized” using the CD-RW900SL, i.e.
6 − After recording IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Erasing Erasing tracks This operation erases the specified track and all sub-sequent tracks from a recorded CD-RW disc. NOTE Once this operation has started, the STOP key cannot be used to cancel it. Please check the track range to be deleted first. Erasing track is operated only when unit is in continuos playback. 1. While stopped, press the ERASE/DEL key on the front panel or the ERASE key on the remote control.
7IMPORTANT − Titling SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Titles can be given to the disc and the tracks on the disc, using the TEXT EDIT option on the TEXT sub-menu. the titles will not have be added. You must finalize the disc to save the titles. NOTE After a new title is selected and entered on the disc, TOC will light up on the display. If the power is turned off, the TOC has not been recorded on the disc and Title input operation Follow the guidelines below to input titles on the screen.
7 − Titling IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Using a keyboard with the CD-RW900SL A computer keyboard can be connected to the IBM PC compatible PS/2 interface on the front panel to operate certain functions of the CD-RW900SL. It is particularly efficient for title input. Keyboard type setting The CD-RW900SL must be set for the type of keyboard being connected. Set the type using the sub-menu KEYBOARD option on the SYSTEM sub-menu.
8IMPORTANT − Reference and specifications SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Error messages Message Details / response Can’t Rec! Cannot record. Either erase the contents of the disc (for a CD-RW), or use a different recordable disc. Disc Error! The disc has malfunctioned. Please replace with a new disc. Disc Full! No recording time remaining, or no recordable track is left on the disc. Text Full! No space to input the letters. Sure? Text! The text data is not written on the disc yet.
8 − Reference andINSTRUCTIONS specifications IMPORTANT SAFETY Troublshooting Symptom Possible cause and remedy There is no power to the unit. Please check the power cord is properly plugged in. “Disc Error!”, or “OPC Error!” is displayed. The disc may be dirty. Please replace the disc. Playback is not possible. This may be due to condensation. In this case, remove the disc, turn the power on and wait a few hours, then try again. No sound is output. • Confirm the connections with the audio system.
8IMPORTANT − Reference and specifications SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Specifications Recordable discs CD-R, CD-R-DA, CD-RW, CD-RW-DA (High speed CD-RW is supported) Quantization bit depth 16 bit Sampling frequency 44.1 kHz Frequency response 20 Hz~20 KHz ±0.8 dB (playback) ±1.0 dB (recording) S/N 95 dB (playback) 90 dB (recording) Dynamic range 95 dB (playback) 90 dB (recording) Distortion 0.006 % (playback) 0.
8 − Reference andINSTRUCTIONS specifications IMPORTANT SAFETY Dimensional drawing 482.6mm(19.0") 465.6mm(18.3") 435.0mm(17.1") 307.6mm(12.1") 284.6mm(11.2") 6.4mm(0.3") TASCAM CD-RW900SL 35 6.0mm(0.2") 76.2mm(3.0") 88.0mm(3.5") 94.0mm(3.7") 16.6mm(6.
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