Fostex CR300 User Manual

Owner’s Manual

Model

CR300

Compact Disc Recorder

COMPACT DISC RECORDER

POWER

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CR300

MANUAL

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SKIP ID

TRACK NO.

CLEAR SKIP PLAY

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MENUSET

FINALIZE ERASE

FOR U.S. MODELS

NECESSARY INFORMATION FOR DHHS
RULES MARKED ON THE REAR BASE AND
ON THE TOP OF CD MECHANISM AS BELOW.

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CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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 an
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.

"WARNING"

"TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE."

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Read Instructions - All the safety and Owner's Manual
should be read before the appliance is operated.

2. Retain Instructions - The safety and Owner's Manual

should be retained for future reference.

3. Heed Warnings - All warnings on the appliance and in the
Owner's Manual should be adhered to.

4. Follow Instructions - All operating and use instructions should
be followed.

5. Water and Moisture - The appliance should not be used near
water - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink,
laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, and
the like.

6. Carts and Stands - The appliance should be used only with a
cart or stand that is recommended by the manufacturer.

An appliance and cart combination should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause
the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

7. Wall or Ceiling Mounting - The appliance should be mounted to
a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

8. Ventilation - The appliance should be situated so that its location
or position dose not interfere with its proper ventilation.
For example, the appliance should not be situated on a bed,
sofa, rug, or similar surface that may block the ventilation
openings; or, placed in a built-in installation, such as a bookcase
or cabinet that may impede the flow of air through the ventilation
openings.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.

9. Heat - The appliance should be situated away from heat
sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

10. Power Sources - The appliance should be connected to a
power supply only of the type described in the operating
instructions or as marked on the appliance.

11. Grounding or Polarization - The precautions that should be
taken so that the grounding or polarization means of an
appliance is not defeated.
Alternate Warnings - This product is equipped with a three­wire grounding-type plug, a plug having a third (grounding)
pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet.
This is safety feature. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
grounding-type plug.

12. Power Cord Protection - Power supply cords should be routed
so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items
placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to
cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where
they exit from the appliance.

13. Cleaning - The appliance should be cleaned only as
recommended by the manufacturer.

14. Nonuse Periods - The power cord of the appliance should be
unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period
of time.

15. Object and Liquid Entry - Care should be taken so that objects
do not fall and liquids are not spilled into the enclosure through
openings.

16. Damage Requiring Service - The appliance should be serviced
by qualified service personnel when:
A. The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged; or
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the

appliance; or
C. The appliance has been exposed to rain; or
D. The appliance does not appear to operate normally or

exhibits a marked change in performance; or
E. The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure

damaged.

17. Servicing - The user should not attempt to service the
appliance beyond that described in the Owner's Manual.
All other servicing should be referred to qualified service
personnel.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the

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FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Information to User

Alteration or modifications carried out without appropriate authorization may invalidate the user's right to operate the equipment.

CAUTION

• Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation
exposure.

• The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.

CAUTION:

This product satisfies FCC regulations when shielded cables
and connectors are used to connect the unit to other
equipment. To prevent electromagnetic interference with
electric appliances such as radios and televisions, use shielded
cables and connectors for connections.

[For Canadian model]

This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the
Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

[Pour le modele Canadien]

Cet appareil numerique de la Classe B respecte toutes les
exigences du Reglement sur le materiel brouilleur du Canada.

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Selecting fine audio equipment such as the unit
you’ve just purchased is only the start of your musical
enjoyment. Now it’s time to consider how you can
maximize the fun and excitement your equipment
offers. This manufacturer and the Electronic Industries
Association’s Consumer Electronics Group want you to
get the most out of your equipment by playing it at a
safe level. One that lets the sound come through loud
and clear without annoying blaring or distortion-and,
most importantly, without affecting your sensitive
hearing.

Sound can be deceiving. Over time your hearing
“comfort level” adapts to higher volumes of sound. So
what sounds “normal” can actually be loud and harmful
to your hearing. Guard against this by setting your
equipment at a safe level BEFORE your hearing adapts.

To establish a safe level:

• Start your volume control at a low setting.

• Slowly increase the sound until you can hear it

comfortably and clearly, and without distortion.

We
Want You

LISTENING

For A Lifetime

POWER-CORD CAUTION

Handle the power cord by the plug. Do not pull out the plug by
tugging the cord and never touch the power cord when your
hands are wet as this could cause a short circuit or electric shock.
Do not place the unit, a piece of furniture, etc., on the power cord,
or pinch the cord. Never make a knot in the cord or tie it with other
cords. The power cords should be routed such a way that they
are not likely to be stepped on. A damaged power cord can cause
a fire or give you an electrical shock. Check the power cord
regularly. When you find it damaged, ask your nearest FOSTEX
authorized service station or your dealer for a replacement.

We Want You Listening For A LifetimeWe Want You Listening For A Lifetime

We Want You Listening For A Lifetime

We Want You Listening For A LifetimeWe Want You Listening For A Lifetime

Used wisely, your new sound equipment will provide
a lifetime of fun and enjoyment. Since hearing damage
from loud noise is often undetectable until it is too
late, this manufacturer and the Electronic Industries
Association’s Consumer Electronics Group recommend
you avoid prolonged exposure to excessive noise. This
list of sound levels is included for your protection.

DecibelDecibel

Decibel

DecibelDecibel
LevelLevel

Level

LevelLevel

THE FOLLOWING NOISES CAN BETHE FOLLOWING NOISES CAN BE

THE FOLLOWING NOISES CAN BE

THE FOLLOWING NOISES CAN BETHE FOLLOWING NOISES CAN BE
DANGEROUS UNDER CONSTANTDANGEROUS UNDER CONSTANT

DANGEROUS UNDER CONSTANT

DANGEROUS UNDER CONSTANTDANGEROUS UNDER CONSTANT
EXPOSUREEXPOSURE

EXPOSURE

EXPOSUREEXPOSURE

100 Garbage truck, chain saw, pneumatic drill
120 Rock band concert in front of speakers, thunderclap
140 Gunshot blast, jet plane
180 Rocket launching pad

ExampleExample

Example

ExampleExample

30 Quiet library, soft whispers
40 Living room, refrigerator, bedroom away from traffic
50 Light traffic, normal conversation, quiet office
60 Air conditioner at 20 feet, sewing machine
70 Vacuum cleaner, hair dryer, noisy restaurant
80 Average city traffic, garbage disposals, alarm clock

at two feet.

90 Subway, motorcycle, truck traffic, lawn mower

Once you have established a comfortable sound level:

Information courtesy of the Deafness Research Foundation.

• Set the dial and leave it there.

Taking a minute to do this now will help to prevent
hearing damage or loss in the future. After all, we want
you listening for a lifetime.

We
Want You

LISTENING

For A Lifetime

FEATURES

This unit can be used to record CD-R (CD recordable) discs or CD-RW (CD rewritable) discs.
Once recorded, a CD-R disc cannot be erased. However, a recorded CD-RW disc can be erased later.
Both CD-R and CD-RW discs provide the high sound quality and excellent durability that is the hall mark of ordinary prerecorded
CDs (compact discs).

● Playback of CD-R, CD-RW and CD discs

This recorder can be used to play partially recorded CD-R or CD-RW discs, finalized CD-R or CD-RW discs and ordinary
prerecorded CD discs.

● Creation of CD-compatible discs

A CD-R disc can be played on any CD player just like ordinary prerecorded CD discs provided it has been finalized (by
recording TOC) after recording.
CD-RW discs can only be played back on a player specially designed to handle CD-RW discs.

● Sampling frequency converter

When recording a digital source using 32 kHz or 48 kHz sampling frequency such as satellite broadcasting, DAT and DCC, this
unit automatically converts the sampling frequency into 44.1 kHz which is the sampling frequency used with the CD.
However, the digital monitoring signal which is output during recording with this unit is based on the same sampling frequency
as the recorded source.

● Digital-source synchro recording modes

When recording digital signals from a CD, DAT, MD or DCC, the recording on this unit can be started and stopped in synchronism
with the starting and stopping of the playback of the source component.
A mode for synchro recording of a single track from the above-mentioned sources is available so that edited recording is easy.

● Build-in Multi-Level (Delta-Sigma) DAC

The multi-level Digital-Analog Converter achieves superior resolution compared to the conventional Delta-Sigma DAC, thus
producing high conversion accuracy even when jitter is present in the system clock.

● 1-bit A/D converter

The A/D converter (analog-to-digital converter) of this unit uses the latest 1-bit conversion system. This system provides the
following advantages compared to previous systems.

• Zero-cross distortion does not occur from the principle.

• Non-linear distortion does not occur throughout the frequency band.

• High accuracy is possible without adjustment.
These advantages preserve the original quality of the music including low-level signals.

● Newly-developed 3-beam differential push-pull pickup

The newly developed 3-beam pickup with differential push-pull system stabilizes operations and reproduces rich medium and
low frequencies.

● Direct construction with minimized signal path and separated digital and audio

The direct construction reduces cross-interference between signals by achieving a correct signal transfer. It reproduces musical
signals with high purity by thoroughly improving the distortion, channel separation and level linearity values. These improvements
are not in terms of values at a single point but applied over a wide frequency range.

● Features Copy Bit

CD-R and CD-RW discs can be made by selecting one of the following three modes:

• Disc without copy prohibition ( Copy Bit = 1 )

• One-time-copy disc ( Copy Bit = 0 )

• Copy prohibited disc ( Copy Bit = 1/0 )

● Complies to standard EIA rack

The mounting holes on both left and right ends of the front panel comply to 19 inch EIA standard racks.
Use standard 3/16” diameter, 3/8” long screws sold in hardware stores for installation.

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CONTENTS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .............................................................................................2

FEATURES ......................................................................................................................................4

CHECKING ACCESSORIES ............................................................................................................... 6

CAUTIONS REGARDING HANDLING ................................................................................................ 7

DISCS ......................................................................................................................................8

CONNECTIONS.................................................................................................................................10

CONTROLS AND INDICATORS .......................................................................................................12

DISC LOADING/UNLOADING ...........................................................................................................15

MODE OF RECORDING ...................................................................................................................16

AUTOMATIC DIGITAL-SOURCE SYNCHRO RECORDING

MANUAL DIGITAL-SOURCE RECORDING......................................................................................21

ANALOG-SOURCE RECORDING.....................................................................................................22

MENU BUTTON FUNCTIONS...........................................................................................................24

TRACK NUMBER WRITING..............................................................................................................26

CONVENIENT FUNCTIONS FOR RECORDING ..............................................................................27

SKIP ID RECORDING ......................................................................................................................29

FINALIZATION (TOC RECORDING).................................................................................................31

Front panel ..................................................................................................................12

Display panel...............................................................................................................13

Remote control unit .....................................................................................................14

1-track recording ......................................................................................................... 18

All-track recording ....................................................................................................... 19

Automatic finalization recording .................................................................................. 20

To pause recording ..................................................................................................... 27

Creating a blank ..........................................................................................................27

Starting recording with fade-in ....................................................................................27

Stopping recording with fade-out ................................................................................27

Checking the recording end point from the middle of a disc

Setting skip ID to a track (Track skip) .........................................................................29

Clearing skip ID of a track ...........................................................................................30

What is finalization? .................................................................................................... 31

Finalization procedure.................................................................................................31

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ERASING(CD-RW ONLY) .................................................................................................................32

PLAYBACK ....................................................................................................................................35

PROGRAMMED PLAYBACK............................................................................................................38

SKIPPING UNDESIRED TRACKS ....................................................................................................40

CHARACTER MESSAGE LIST .........................................................................................................41

TROUBLESHOOTING .......................................................................................................................42

INDEX ....................................................................................................................................44

SPECIFICATIONS .............................................................................................................................45

Last track erasing........................................................................................................33

TOC erasing................................................................................................................33

All tracks erasing.........................................................................................................34

All disc erasing ............................................................................................................34

Starting playback.........................................................................................................35

To pause playback ......................................................................................................35

Playing from the desired track.....................................................................................35

Searching an adjacent track........................................................................................36

Searching the desired point ........................................................................................36

Playing tracks repeatedly ............................................................................................37

Fade-in/fade-out during playback................................................................................37

Checking the playing time of each track .....................................................................37

Playback in Auto Pause Mode ................................................................................... 37

Playing Tracks in the Desired Order ........................................................................... 38

Program reservation....................................................................................................38

Clearing the entire program ........................................................................................39

Clearing a track from the program ..............................................................................39

Checking the programmed tracks ............................................................................... 39

Replacing a track in the program ................................................................................ 39

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CHECKING ACCESSORIES

Audio cables ... x 2

Remote control unit (Model 8317)

(analog recording, analog playback output)

MODEL 8317

REC

TRACK NO.

WREITE

FADER

REPEAT

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456

789

10

TIME

10

PGM CHECK CLEAR

AC power cord

Owner's Manual
(this booklet)

AAA/R03 dry cell batteries ... x 2

Loading batteries in to the remote control unit Model 8317

Battery loading method

Remove the battery cover on the rear, insert 2
batteries matching the polarities (+, -) to the
indications in the compartment and replace the
cover.

Insert batteries according to the
indications (+, -) in the
compartment.

Open battery cover.

<Caution on batteries>

• Load batteries with correct + and - orientations as
indicated inside the battery compartment.

• Do not mix new and used batteries.

• Even when two batteries have the same shape, their
rated output voltages may sometimes differ. Therefore,
do mix different brands of batteries.

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2 batteries (AAA/R03 dry cell batteries)

• Some batteries are rechargeable while some are
not. Read the instructions indicated on the
batteries carefully before use.

• Battery life is about six months under normal use.
Remove the batteries when the remote control
unit is not to be used for a long period (more than
1 month).

• If the batteries leak, wipe the inside of the battery
compartment well, and then load new batteries.

CAUTIONS REGARDING HANDLING

Location

Install the compact disc recorder in a well-ventilated location
where it will not be exposed to high temperatures or humidity.
Do not install the compact disc recorder in a location which
is exposed to direct rays of the sun, or near stoves or
radiators. Excessive heat can adversely affect the cabinet
and internal components. Installation of the player in a damp
or dusty environment may also result in a malfunction or
accident. (Avoid installation near cookers etc., where the
player may be exposed to oily smoke, steam or heat.)
Do not install the compact disc recorder on an unstable or
inclined surface.

Precautions regarding installation

• Placing and using the compact disc recorder for long
periods on heat-generating sources such as amplifiers
will affect performance. Avoid placing the compact disc
recorder on heat-generating sources.

• Install this compact disc recorder as far as possible from
tuners and TV sets. A compact disc recorder installed in
close proximity to such equipment may cause noise or
degradation of the picture.

• Such noise may be particularly noticeable when an indoor
antenna is used. In such cases, make use of an outdoor
antenna, or turn off power to the compact disc recorder.

• Please place this unit on a level surface.

CD lens cleaner

The compact disc recorder's pickup lens should not become
dirty in normal use, but if for some reason it should malfunction
due to soiling, consult your nearest FOSTEX authorized service
center. Lens cleaners for compact disc recorders are
commercially available, but special care should be exercised
in their use since some may cause damage to the lens.

Condensation

When this unit is brought into a warm room from previously
cold surroundings or when the room temperature rises
sharply, condensation may form inside, and the unit may not
be able to attain its full performance. If this occurs, allow the
unit to stand for about an hour or raise the room temperature
gradually.

Cleaning the compact disc recorder

To clean the compact disc recorder, wipe with a soft, dry
cloth. For stubborn dirt, wet a soft cloth with a mild detergent
solution made by diluting one part detergent to 5 or 6 parts
water, wring well, then wipe off the dirt. Also use a dry cloth
to wipe the surface dry. Do not use volatile liquids such as
benzene and thinner which are harmful to the unit.

Never move the unit during recording/playback

The disc rotates at a high speed during recording and
playback. Do not lift or move the unit during these
operations, otherwise the disc may be damaged or recording
is impossible.

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DISCS

Discs usable with this unit

CD-R and CD-RW discs

When recording signals on a CD-R disc or a CD-RW
discwith this unit, be sure to use the disc carrying the
following mark and indication.

1

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or

In countries where the copyright fee collection system has
been established based on the respective copyright laws,
the copyright fee for discs carrying the CD-R mark*1 or the
CD-RW mark*2 and “FOR CONSUMER” or “FOR
CONSUMER USE” indication has already been paid to the
copyright owner as defined in the copyright law, so that the
user can record music on such discs for personal use.
However, if you want to use a disc for other purpose than
personal use, you need to obtain permission from the
copyright owner. Also note that the copyright laws are
variable depending on the countries; be sure to follow the
copyright-related law in your country.

CD disc

The CD disc used with this unit should be a disc carrying the
following mark (Compact Disc - digital audio with optical
recording).

2

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CD-R finalization

If it is desired to play a recorded CD-R disc on an ordinary
CD player, the disc should be subjected to processing called
finalization.

Display panel

Non­recorded
disc
(recordable)

Partially
recorded
disc
(recordable)

Before

finalization

(recordable)

The disc cannot be
played on an ordinary CD
player. It can be recorded
onto with a CD recorder.

➔

Blinking message

After finalization

(Recording

impossible)

The disc can be played
on an ordinary CD player.

Notes on the copyright

• Broadcast programs, records, other recording media
(music tapes, cassettes, CD discs, etc.) and musical
performance are protected by the copyright law in your
country just like the verse and melody of musical pieces.

• Therefore, the copyright law dictates that permission
should be obtained from the copyright owner if you sell,
transfer, distribute or lease a disc recorded from the
above mentioned sources or if you use it in business
(including background music in your store).

"CD-R" indicator lights.

"-R" indicator does not light.

CAUTION

After finalization;

• additional recording is impossible.

• Setting or clearing of skip IDs is impossible.
(Refer to page 30 of the Owner's Manual.)

CD-RW

A finalized CD-RW disc cannot be played back on a standard
CD player. A CD-RW disc player is required to play back such
discs.
Recordings made on a CD-RW discs can be erased when
they have been finalized (see page 32 for information on how
to erase recordings). New recordings can be made after
erasure.

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Handling of disc

• When holding a CD-R, CD-RW or CD disc, be careful not
to leave a fingerprint, dirt or a scratch on the signal­recording side. Hold the disc by placing your fingers on
the edge or across the center hole and edge. A disc
containing a fingerprint, dirt or a scratch can sometimes
become unusable for recording or playback.

Disc maintenance

• When a disc is stained with a fingerprint or dust, the signal
recorded on the disc itself is not affected but such a stain
could degrade the sound quality by reducing the
brightness of the light reflected from the signal recording
side. Therefore, always try to keep the disc surface clean.
For cleaning, use a soft cloth which is either dry or soaked
in alcohol and wipe with a light force in straight directions
from the center toward the edge.

• Be careful not to scratch the label side. A scratched disc
can sometimes become unusable for recording or
playback.

• The disc rotates at a high speed inside the player. Do not
attempt to use an abnormal disc (cracked disc, extremely
warped disc, etc.).

Do not play a CD with a special shape

Do not play a CD having other shape than a circular disc,
such as a heart shaped disc. Otherwise malfunction may
occur.

Do not wipe in a circular
direction.

• For disc cleaning, it is recommended to use an optional
disc cleaning kit.

• Do not use record spray or antistatic agent. Also take care
that volatile chemicals such as benzine and thinner do not
spill on the disc, for these substances may corrode the
surface.

Wipe lightly from the
center toward the edge.

Disc storage

• The CD-R, CD-RW and CD discs are made of plastic
material just like analog record so. When storing a disc,
take care so that it does not warp. Always put it in its case
and stand the case upright and avoid places subject to
direct sunlight, high temperatures, high humidity and
extremely low temperatures. It is not recommended to
leave the case on a car seat because the seat of a car in
direct sunlight can become unbelievably hot.

• Be sure to read the instructions provided with the disc.

• Do not stick paper or seals on the label surface.
Make sure the label surface is not scratched or damaged.
Scratched or damaged surfaces may result in playback or
recording failure.
Use only a felt pen sold on the market or similar pen to
write on the label. Never use a writing instrument with a
hard point (ballpoint pen, pencil, etc.), as this will damage
the disc.

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CONNECTIONS

DIGITAL SIGNAL CONNECTION

(Before connecting this unit with other equipment, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.)

DIGITAL

OUTPUT

AES / EBU

Align the connector with the
shape of the socket and
insert fully into the socket.

PUSH

DIGITAL IN

AES
/EBU

XLR cable

Connect to equipment with AES/
EBU digital output jacks such as
a professional DAT recorder.

PUSH

AES
/ EBU

DIGITAL IN BALANCED IN

DIGITAL IN DIGITAL OUT

OPTICAL COAXIAL

S/PDIF

SRC(Sample Rate Converter)
condition can be set using the MENU
button functions. (See page 24)

DIGITAL

OUTPUT

OPTICAL

Connect to equipment
with a digital output
jack, such as a CD

COAXIAL

player.

RL RL

PUSH

OPTICAL COAXIAL

S/PDIF

PUSH

DIGITAL IN

OPTICAL

XLR-3 CN WIRING

1. GND

2. HOT ( + )

3. COLD ( - )

COAXIAL

S/PDIF

BALANCED OUT

LINE IN LINE OUT

RL RL

DIGITAL OUT

OPTICAL

COAXIAL

S/PDIF

PARALLEL

REMOTE

After completing

SIGNAL
GND

connections with
other equipment,
plug the power cord
into a wall outlet.

Digital Out condition
can be set using the
MENU button functions.
(See page 24)

optical fiber cable

coaxial pin cables

optical fiber cable

coaxial pin cables

CAUTION

Do not attempt to connect several units of the
CR300 in a series.

DIGITAL

INPUT

OPTICAL

COAXIAL

AC IN

AC

Connect to equipment
with digital input/output
jacks such as a DAT or
MD recorder.

Caution in use of optical fiber cables

• Do not bend an optical fiber cable to a steep angle, for this could
damage the cable. Be specially careful when mounting the unit
in a rack, etc. When an optical cable is stored in the form of a
loop, the loop should have a diameter larger than 15 cm (6 in.).

• An optical cable should be inserted deep into the socket. Avoid
incomplete connection.

• Use optical cables with a length of no more than 3 m (10 feet).

• Be careful not to leave dust on or scratch the optical fiber cable
plugs. If the plug is dusty, wipe with a soft cloth before
connection.

• When the optical fiber cables are not connected, protect the
OPTICAL sockets on the rear of the unit against dust by inserting
dust protective caps into them.

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Optical sockets are delicate!!

• When the OPTICAL sockets
are used, pull out the dust

Cap

protective caps from them. Be
sure to insert them again when
the OPTICAL sockets are not to
be used.

• Retain the dust protective caps

Pull out.

carefully.

Digital input/output (coaxial) terminal cap

• Remove the black cap before using the digital input/output
terminal.

• Be sure to replace the black cap when not using the terminal.

Cap

Turn and remove

ANALOG SIGNAL CONNECTION

(Before connecting this unit with other equipment, unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.)

RL

BALANCED OUT

XLR cable

RL

OPTICAL COAXIAL

S/PDIF

PUSH

PUSH

XLR-3 CN WIRING

1. GND

2. HOT ( + )

3. COLD ( - )

LINE IN LINE OUT

RL RL

PUSH

BALANCED IN

RL RL

PUSH

DIGITAL IN BALANCED IN

OPTICAL COAXIAL

PUSH

AES
/ EBU

DIGITAL IN DIGITAL OUT

S/PDIF

RL

PUSH

BALANCED IN

PUSH

XLR cable

RL

BALANCED OUT

BALANCED OUT

PARALLEL

REMOTE

SIGNAL
GND

Connect to equipment with balanced
analog input and output jacks such
as a professional DAT recorder.

Balanced output level
can be set using the
MENU button functions.
(See page 24)

AC IN

L

R

White

Red

Connection of input and
output cords

Connect the white plug to
the (L) jack and red plug to
the (R) jack. Be sure to
fully insert the plugs into
the jacks.

LINE IN

RL

LR

Audio cables

L

R

RL RL

OUTPUT

INPUT

Stereo amplifier

LINE OUT

RL

LR

L

R

After completing
connections with
other equipment,
plug the power cord
into a wall outlet.

Connect to a stereo amplifier, etc.

CR300

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CONTROLS AND INDICATORS

FRONT PANEL

The operations available using buttons marked "❋" are also available using the buttons with the
same names or inscriptions on the remote control unit 8317 (See page 14).

POWER switch

MENU button
(See p.24)

Copy bit indicator
(See p.24)

SKIP PLAY button
(See p.40)

SKIP ID SET,
CLEAR buttons
(See p.24, p.29)

COMPACT DISC RECORDER

POWER

OFF ON

AUTO /

MANUAL

CR300

SKIP ID

CLEAR SKIP PLAY

TRACK NO.

WRITE

(MANUAL)

FINALIZE ERASE

Function indicator

Recording ... Lights in red
Recording mute ... Blinks in red
Playback ... Lights in green
Erasing ... Lights in orange

❋TIME / MARGIN button (See p.13)

❋REC MUTE button ( )(See p.27)

MENUSET

❋RECORD button ( )

OPEN/CLOSE
button ( )

REC LEVEL knobs
(outer: L ch, inner: R ch)
(See p.22)

DIGITAL SYNCHRO
button (See p.18 – p.20)

INPUT SELECTOR
knob

INPUT SELECTOR REC LEVELREC LEVEL

ANALOG

DIGITAL

XLR / +4

OPEN /

CLOSE

REC

•

/MARGIN

COAX XLR / -10

•

MUTE

TIME

•

OPT

LINE

•

•

AES /

EBU

SYNCHRO

•

DIGITAL

2

PHONES

RECORD

PROFESSIONAL

•

•

LR

5

••

6

4

•

•

7

3

•

8

•

9

1

•

•

10

0

LEVEL

MAXMIN

TRACK No.
AUTO/MANUAL
button (See p.26)

❋TRACK No.
WRITE button
(See p.26)

TRACK No. WRITE
indicator (See p.26)

Lights when the track
number manual writing
is possible.

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Display panel (See p.13)

❋Track/❋Manual search buttons
( )

Remote control
sensor (See p.14)

ERASE button
(See p.32)

FINALIZE button
(See p.31)

Disc tray

❋Play button ( )

Headphones
level control
(PHONES
LEVEL)

Headphones
jack (PHONES)

❋Stop button( )

❋Pause button( )

DISPLAY PANEL

Lights when automatic digital­source synchro recording is
activated. (See p. 18 to 20.)

Lights during repeat
playback. (See p. 37)

Lights in the program
mode. (See p. 38.)

Not Use

Lights during record mode.
Blinks in the record muting
mode.

Lights when automatic track
number write during recording
is activated.

Lights during
playback.

Blinks during fade-in/out.
(See p. 27 and 37.)

Lights or blinks
during pause.

Displays the track No.

Displays the elapsed playing time, remaining
playing time, total playing time, elapsed
recording time, remaining recording time,
total recording time, margine level and
remaining time until the end of finalization.

Blinks during disc identification and
lights steadily. (See p. 15.)
CD: Lights when a disc is loaded.
CD-R: Lights if the loaded disc is a
CD-R disc before finalization.
CD-RW: Lights if the loaded disc is a
CD-RW disc

Lights if the loaded disc is a
finalized CD-RW disc.

Displays messages. (See p. 41 and p. 42)

Displays the sampling
frequency (Fs) of the
current digital input.
All indicators are off
when the input signal
is interrupted.

Displays the input level during record
or the play level during playback

Lights, goes off or blinks during skip ID setting or
clearing. (See p. 29 and p. 30)
The disc contains skip ID data, the SKIP ON indicator
lights automatically (See p. 40)

Switching the time display

By pressing either the TIME/MARGIN button on the main unit or the TIME button on the wireless remote controller, the time
diaplay contents is switched.
Depending on a condition of loaded disc and CR300, the time display contens will be swtiched as shown below.

• Playing : All discs

A ➔ B ➔ C1 ➔ D ➔ E ➔ A ➔ •••

• Recording : CD-R / CD-RW discs

A ➔ C2 ➔ D ➔ E ➔ A ➔ •••

• Stoping : CD-R (Not Finalized) / CD-RW (Not Finalized)

A ➔ B ➔ C2 ➔ D ➔ A ➔ •••

• Stoping : CD / CD-R(Finalized) / CD-RW(Finalized)

A ➔ B ➔ C1 ➔ D ➔ A ➔ •••

TIME

/MARGIN

A : Elapsed playing/

recording time

B : Remaining playing time

of track

C1 : Remaining playing time

of all tracks on disc

C2 : Remaining recording

time on disc

D : Total playing/recording

time

E : Margin indicator

CR300

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CONTROLS AND INDICAT ORS

30

30

7m(23 ft)

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

● Wireless remote control

MODEL 8317

TRACK NO.

FADER button

PEPEAT button

Numeric buttons

(1 to 10, >10)

Program button

(PGM)

FADER

REPEAT

123

456

789

10

PGM CHECK CLEAR

WREITE

Operations performed by buttons marked "❋" can
also be carried out by using buttons with the same
name on the main unit (See page 12).

❋ Record buttons

(REC)

REC

NOTE:

press the 2 buttons simultaneously

For recording,

❋ Manual TRACK NO.
WRITE button

❋ Record muting button

❋ Manual search button

Acceptance of commands from
the wireless remote controller
by the CR300 can be set using
the MENU button function.
(See page 24)

❋ Track search button
❋ Stop button
❋ Pause button
❋ Play button

10

TIME

❋ Time button

(TIME)

Remote control sensor

Point the remote control
unit and press its buttons.

❋ Program clear button

(CLEAR)

Program check button

(CHECK)

● Parallel remote control

The CR300 can be controlled through the rear panel
parallel remote control input connector and also with
the wireless remote controller included with the
CR300.

DIN 8 pin connector

PARALLEL

REMOTE

The CR300 can be controlled with external switches by
utilizing the circuit shown below.

7

6

8

1

3

5

4

2

Not Use

GND

Remote controllable range

Caution on the remote control operation

• Remote control might not work if there is an obstacle
between the remote control unit and the CR300 or if the
remote control unit is operated at too great of an angle
from the remote control sensor.

• Erroneous operation may occur in strong light such as
direct sunlight or fluorescent lamp light shining into the
remote control sensor.

• The CR300 may operate erroneously if it is used near
equipment radiating infrared rays or if the infrared remote
control unit of other equipment is used near the CR300.
On the contrary, if this remote control unit is operated
near another piece of equipment which can be controlled
with infrared rays, that equipment might not work
correctly.

• Replace batteries when the remote controllable range
decreases noticeably.

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PAUSE

REC

STOP

DISC LOADING/UNLOADING

1

• After recording or skip information
recording, it takes a few seconds
before the disc can be unloaded
because the recording information is
written on the disc. "OPEN" blinks in
this period.

3 2,4

Function indicator

A. OPEN THE DISC TRAY

Turn the power on.

1

• The function indicator will
flash green.

• The display panel is illumi­nated.

Open the disc tray.

2

"OPEN" is displayed and the
tray comes out.

B. CLOSE THE DISC TRAY (LOADING A DISC)

• Set a disc in the center of the tray
with the label side up.

• When loading an 8-cm (3-inch)
disc, set the disc in the groove in
the very center of the tray.

• Load only one disc at a time.

The disc tray can also be closed by;

• pressing the play ( ) button.

• pushing the disc tray lightly.

When a disc is loaded, the disc type is identified and the information on the disc is read out. (In this period, "CD", "CD-R" and
"CD-RW" are displayed alternately.)

Display for a non-recorded
CD-R disc:

Display for a non-recorded
CD-RW disc:

Display for a partially
recorded CD-R disc:

The total recording time is displayed.

Place a disc.

3

Close the disc tray.

4

"CLOSE" is displayed and the
tray is closed.

Display for a prerecorded
CD or finalized CD-R disc:

Display for a prerecorded
and finalized CD-RW disc:

An attempt is made to start
playback without loading a
disc:

Label side

The total playing time is displayed.

The total playing time is displayed.

Display for a partially
recorded CD-RW disc:

The total recording time is displayed.

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