Harman-Kardon CDR 20, 76 User Manual 2
CDR 20 CDRecorder
OWNER’S MANUAL
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2 TABLE OF CONTENTS
3 Introduction
3 Important Information on CD Recording
4 Safety Information
5 Front-Panel Controls
7 Front-Panel Information Display
9 Rear-Panel Connections
10 Remote Control Functions
12 Installation and Connections
14 CD Recording Basics
14 Disc Types
14 CDR Terminology and Display Messages
15 Playback Basics
15 Loading and Unloading Discs
15 Using the Remote
16 Normal Play
16 Search
16 Track Skip
17 Dual-Play Mode
17 Dual-Deck Operation
17 Time Display
17 Headphone Listening
18 Program Play
18 Programming Play Lists
18 Checking, Editing and Clearing
Programmed Play Lists
18 Repeat Programmed Play
20 CD Recording
20 Disc Dubbing
21 CD Sync Recording
21 Recording from an External Source
22 Finalizing CD-R and CD-RW Discs
22 Unfinalizing and Erasing CD-RW Discs
22 Unfinalizing a CD-RW Disc
22 Erasing an Entire CD-RW Disc
22 Erasing a Single Track
23 Troubleshooting Guide and Error Messages
24 Technical Specifications
CDR 20 Compact Disc Recorder
Typographical Conventions
In order to help you use this manual with the remote control, front-panel controls and rear-panel
connections,certain conventions have been used.
EXAMPLE – (bold type) indicates a specific remote control or front-panel button, or rear-panel
connection jack
EXAMPLE – (OCR type) indicates a message that is visible on the front-panel information display
EXAMPLE – (outlined type) indicates a lit indicator in the front-panel information display
1 – (number in a square) indicates a specific front-panel control
a – (number in an oval) indicates a button or indicator on the remote
¡ – (number in a circle) indicates a rear-panel connection
A – (letter in a square) indicates an indicator in the front-panel display
3 INTRODUCTION
Introduction
Thank you for choosing Harman Kardon.
The CDR 20 CD Player/Recorder is a unique
product, designed not only to play back your
existing library of compact discs,but also to
record compact discs from either analog or digital programs.You may feed signals (for recording) to the CDR 20 from external sources such
as an A/V receiver,a tuner,a tape deck or a CD
player, or you may simply place a CD in one
deck, and make a copy using a recordable CD
in the other deck.
Designed and engineered by Harman Kardon,
the CDR 20 is among the first audio CD
recorders with x4 speed capability.This means
that it will take only 15 minutes to copy a
60-minute disc.
The CDR 20 not only records with the highest
speed and quality available but it is also an
audiophile CD player.Through the use of
audiophile-grade digital-to-analog converters
(DACs),the CDR 20’s performance rivals the
most sophisticated high-end players.Should
you wish to bypass the internal DACs and use
an external digital processor, coax and optical
digital outputs are available.Thanks to the CDR
20’s dual-tray design,you may even play back
two separate discs at the same time,for parties
or multi-room applications.To make CD playback more enjoyable,the CDR 20 also features
a wide range of program and repeat functions.
Since CD recorders are a relatively new technology,this may be your first CD-R product.
Although CD recorders resemble play-only CD
machines in many ways,there are some important differences between a standard CD and a
CD-R. In addition, making a CD-R recording is
also a different process than what you may be
familiar with for making audio tape or cassette
recordings.For that reason,we encourage you
to read through this manual so that you are
fully acquainted with the way CD recording
works.This small investment in your time will
pay major dividends in the enjoyment that will
result from proper use of the CDR 20.
If you have additional questions about this
product – its installation or operation – that are
not answered in this manual, please contact
your dealer, who is your best source of local
information.You may also contact Harman
Kardon via e-mail through our Web site at
www.harmankardon.com.
Special Features
■ Dual-Deck CD Player and CD-R/CD-RW
Recorder
■ X4 Dub Speed for Both CD-R and
Erasable CD-RW Discs
■ Audiophile-Grade Digital-to-Analog
Converters for Highest Audio Quality
■ Dual-Play Capability
■ Extensive Playback Programming
Capabilities
■ Coaxial and Optical Digital Inputs and
Outputs
■ Front-Panel Coaxial Digital Input for
Use with Portable Devices
■ Sample-Rate Converter Allows Use of
DAT Players as Digital Source
■ Ergonomic Remote Control
Important Information About CD
Recording
In order to get the most enjoyment from your
new CD-R recorder, please pay special attention
to the following sections of the manual that
provide information about the special features
and capabilities of CD Recorders.
■ The CDR 20 plays all standard CD audio
discs but for recording, the CDR 20 uses
special CD-R and CD-RW discs designed
only for audio use.CD-R discs designed for
computer use will not work in the CDR 20.
See page 14 for more information on which
types of discs are used with the CDR 20.
■ The last step in making a CD-R recording is
the finalization process.Unless this step is
properly done,the disc will not work in other
players.See page 22 for information on
finalizing discs.
■ Once finalized, CD-R discs will play in any
CD player, but CD-RW discs will only play in
the CDR 20 and certain other machines.
Check the specifications of your CD player if
you have questions about compatibility with
CD-RW discs.
■ As with all CD players,except those
designed specifically for portable use,you
should never move a CD player while there
is a disc inside one of the decks.NEVER
move the CDR 20 until discs have been
removed from both decks.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: To prevent electric shock,
do not use this (polarized)
plug with an extension cord,
receptacle or other outlet
unless the blades can
be fully inserted to
prevent blade exposure.
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.
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.
4 SAFETY INFORMATION
Safety Information
Important Safety Information
Verify Line Voltage Before Use
YourCDR 20 has been designed for use with
100- to 240-voltAC current. Connection to a
line voltage other than that for which it is
intended can create a safety and fire hazard
and may damage the unit.
If you have any questions about the voltage
requirements for your specific model, or about
the line voltage in your area, contact your selling dealer before plugging the unit into a wall
outlet.
Do Not Use Extension Cords
We do not recommend that extension cords be
used with this product.As with all electrical
devices,do not run power cords under rugs or
carpets or place heavy objects on them.
Damaged power cords should be replaced
immediately by an authorized service depot
with cords meeting factory specifications.
Handle the AC Power Cord Gently
When disconnecting the power cord from an
AC outlet,always pull the plug, never pull the
cord. If you do not intend to use the unit for
any considerable length of time,disconnect the
plug from the AC outlet.
Do Not Open the Cabinet
There are no user-serviceable components
inside this product. Opening the cabinet may
present a shock hazard, and any modification
to the product will void your guarantee.If water
or any metal object such as a paper clip,wire
or a staple accidentally falls inside the unit, disconnect it from the AC power source immediately,and consult an authorized service station.
CAUTION: The CDR 20 uses a laser system.To
prevent direct exposure to the laser beam, do
not open the cabinet enclosure or defeat any of
the safety mechanisms provided for your protection. DO NOT STARE INTO THE LASER BEAM.
To ensure proper use of this product,please
read this owner’s manual carefully and retain it
for future use.Should the unit require maintenance or repair, please contact your local
Harman Kardon service station. Refer servicing
to qualified personnel only.
Installation Location
■ To assure proper operation and to avoid the
potential for safety hazards,place the unit
on a firm and level surface.When placing
the unit on a shelf,be certain that the shelf
and any mounting hardware can support the
weight of the product.
■ Make certain that proper space is provided
both above and below the unit for ventilation. If this product will be installed in a
cabinet or other enclosed area, make certain
that there is sufficient air movement within
the cabinet.
■ Do not place the unit directly on a carpeted
surface.
■ Avoid installation in extremely hot or cold
locations,or an area that is exposed to direct
sunlight or heating equipment.
■Avoid moist or humid locations.
■ Do not obstruct the ventilation slots on the
top of the unit, or place objects directly over
them.
Cleaning
When the unit gets dirty,wipe it with a clean,
soft dry cloth. If necessary, wipe it with a soft
cloth dampened with mild soapy water,then a
fresh cloth with clean water.Wipe dry immediately with a dry cloth. NEVER use benzene,
aerosol cleaners,thinner,alcohol or any other
volatile cleaning agent. Do not use abrasive
cleaners,as they may damage the finish of
metal parts.Avoid spraying insecticide near
the unit.
Moving the Unit
Before moving the unit, be certain to disconnect any interconnection cords with other components,and make certain that you disconnect
the unit from the AC outlet.
IMPORTANT NOTE:To avoid damage to the
CDR 20 which may not be covered by the warranty,be certain that all discs are removed from
the unit before it is moved. Once the CDR 20 is
installed, discs may be left in the unit when it is
turned off,but the unit should NEVER be
moved with discs left in either deck.
Important Information for the User
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device,pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
The 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 communication.However,there is no guar-
antee that harmful 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 equip-
ment 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.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules.Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference,and (2) this device must accept
interference received,including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
NOTE: Changes or modifications may cause
this unit to fail to comply with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and may void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
Unpacking
The carton and shipping materials used to protect your new receiver during shipment were
specially designed to cushion it from shock and
vibration.We suggest that you save the carton
and packing materials for use in shipping if you
move,or should the unit ever need repair.
To minimize the size of the carton in storage,
you may wish to flatten it.This is done by carefully slitting the tape seams on the bottom and
collapsing the carton down to a more twodimensional appearance.Other cardboard
inserts may be stored in the same manner.
Packing materials that cannot be collapsed
should be saved along with the carton in a
plastic bag.
If you do not wish to save the packaging materials,please note that the carton and other sections of the shipping protection are recyclable.
Please respect the environment and discard
those materials at a local recycling center.
5 FRONT-PANEL CONTROLS
1 Power Switch: Press this switch to apply
power to the CDR 20.When the unit is first
turned on, the Status-Mode Indicator 2
surrounding the switch will turn green. Once
the unit has been turned on with this switch, it
may be operated from either the front panel or
remote control. Press the switch again to turn
the unit completely off.
2 Status-Mode Indicator: When the CDR
20 is in the ON mode,this indicator will glow
green.When the unit has been placed in the
Standby mode by pressing the Power-Off but-
ton on the remote,the indicator will glow
amber, indicating that the unit is still connected
to the AC main supply and is ready to be
turned on from the remote control.
3 Play Deck: This disc deck is used to play
back conventional CD discs and CD-R or
CD-RW discs that have been finalized.
4 Headphone Jack: Connect standard headphones to this jack for private listening.
5 Headphone Level Control:Turn this
control to adjust the volume level to the headphones.Note that the use of this control will
not change the analog output levels at the
rear-panel audio outputs ¡™.
6 Digital Input:This coaxial digital input
may be used to connect a portable digital audio
player to the CDR 20 for digital recording.
When an active digital signal is connected to
both the front- and rear-panel coaxial inputs,
the source connected to the front-panel input
will be selected for recording.
7 Play-Deck Open: Press this button to
open the Play Deck 3.
8 Record Button: Press this button to begin
the recording process.See pages 20-22 for
more information on CD recording.
9 CD Sync: Press this button once to begin
an automated recording of a single track from
an external CD player when a digital connection is used. Press it twice to begin automated
recording of an entire disc. See page 21 for
more information on CD Sync recording.
) Dubbing: Press this button to begin the
process of making a complete copy of the disc
in the Play Deck 3 to a CD-R or CD-RW disc
in the Record Deck %. See page 20 for more
information on dubbing.
! Erase: Press this button to erase one or
more tracks or the entire contents of an unfinalized CD-RW disc.When a CD-RW disc has
already been finalized you may erase the entire
disc or you may “unfinalize”the disc by erasing
the TOC data. See page 22 for more information on erasing CD-RW discs.
Front-Panel Controls
1 Power Switch
2 Status-Mode Indicator
3 Play Deck
4 Headphone Jack
5 Headphone Level Control
6 Digital Input
7 Play-Deck Open
8 Record Button
9 CD Sync
) Dubbing
! Erase
@ Finalize
# Speed
$ Record-Deck Open
% Record Deck
^ Analog-Record Level Control
& Record-Deck Stop
* Record-Deck Play/Select
( Record-Deck Pause
Ó Record-Deck Next
Ô Record-Deck Previous
Input Select
Ò Record-Deck Display Select
Ú Information Display
Û Remote Sensor
Ù Play-Deck Display Select
ı Dual-Play Selector
ˆ Play-Deck Next
˜ Play-Deck Previous
¯ Play-Deck Pause
˘ Play-Deck Play
¸ Play-Deck Stop
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Front-Panel Controls
@ Finalize: Press this button when a record-
ing is complete to initiate the finalization
process.The Play/Select Button *j
must be pressed within three seconds to activate finalization.Until this button is pressed
and the finalization process is complete,CD-R
discs may not be played on conventional CD
machines.See page 22 for more information on
finalization.
# Speed: Press this button to select the
recording speed for internal dubs.See page 20
for more information on selecting the proper
speed.
$ Record-Deck Open: Press this button to
open the Record Deck %.
% Record Deck:This Disc Deck is used to
record or play back CD,CD-R and CD-RW discs.
^ Analog-Record Level Control:The con-
trol is used to adjust the input level when making recordings from analog sources such as cassettes,or when CDs are recorded in an analog
mode.See page 22 for more information on
record levels.
& Record-Deck Stop: Press this button to
stop the CD in the Record Deck.
* Record-Deck Play/Select:This button
has two functions.It may be pressed when a
standard CD is in the Record Deck to put the
machine in play,or it may be used to enter a
selection or start certain record functions.
( Record-Deck Pause:When the Record
Deck is in the Play mode,pressing this button
will pause the disc. If the disc has previously
been paused, pressing this button will restart
the playback.
Ó Record-Deck Next:When a disc is play-
ing in the Record Deck %, press and hold this
button to play the disc in a fast-forward mode
to quickly locate a desired passage.At any time,
tapping the button and quickly releasing it will
move to the next track on a disc in play.
Ô Record Deck Previous:This button has
two functions.When a disc is playing in the
Record Deck %, press and hold this button to
play the disc in a fast reverse mode to quickly
locate a desired passage.At any time,tapping
the button and quickly releasing it will move to
the beginning of the current track,and the next
press will move to the previous track.When a
disc is stopped, each press will move back one
for programming or play when the disc is
stopped. Once a track is entered, it may be
played by simply pressing the Play
button *j.
Input Select: Press this button to select
the input source (analog or digital coax) for
recording. See page 22 for more information on
input selection.
Ò Record-Deck Display Select: Press this
button to cycle through the time display options
for the Record Deck. See page 17 for more
information on the time display.
Ú Information Display: The indicators in
the Information Display provide status reports
on the operation of the CDR 20.See page 7 for
complete explanations of each indicator.
Û Remote Sensor: The IR sensor that
receives the commands from the remote control
is behind this area. Do not cover or obscure this
part of the front panel to avoid any malfunction
with the remote.
Ù Play-Deck Display Select: Press this but-
ton to cycle through the time display options
for the Play Deck. See page 17 for more information on the time display.
ı Dual-Play Selector: Press this button to
enable both CD decks to play at the same time
and function as separate,independent CD
units.In this mode it is also possible to record
from an external source while the Play Deck is
functioning as a standard CD player. See page
17 for more information on dual-play capability.
ˆ Play-Deck Next: When a disc is playing in
the Play Deck 3, press and hold this button to
play the disc in a fast-forward mode to quickly
locate a desired passage.At any time,tapping
the button and quickly releasing it will move to
the next track on a disc in play.
˜ Play-Deck Previous:This button has two
functions.When a disc is playing in the Play
Deck 3, press and hold this button to play the
disc in a fast-reverse mode to quickly locate a
desired passage.At any time,tapping the button and quickly releasing it will move to the
beginning of the current track,and the next
press will move to the previous track.When a
disc is stopped, each press will move back one
track for programming or play when the disc is
stopped. Once a track is entered, it may be
played by simply pressing the Play button
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¯ Play-Deck Pause:When the Play Deck is
running, pressing this button will pause the
disc. If the disc has previously been paused,
pressing this button will restart the playback.
˘ Play-Deck Play: Press this button to begin
playback of a CD in the Play Deck or the dubbing process.
¸ Play-Deck Stop: Press this button to stop
the CD in the Play Deck.
7 FRONT-PANEL INFORMATION DISPLAY
Front-Panel Information Display
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A Random Indicators
B Program Indicators
C Level Indicators
D Repeat Indicators
E Repeat-Status Indicators
F Speed Indicators
G Copy-Prohibit Indicator
H Dubbing Indicator
I Sync Indicator
J Dual-Play Indicator
K Information Displays
L Time Indicators
M Remaining-Time Indicators
N Total-Time Indicators
O Track-Time Indicators
P R/RW Indicator
Q Play/Pause Indicators
R Sample-Rate Converter
S CD Indicators
T Record Indicator
U Finalize Indicator
V Erase Indicator
W Auto Indicator
X Analog Indicator
Y Digital Indicator
A Random Indicators:These indicators light
when random playback has been programmed
for one of the CD decks.See page 16 for more
information on random play.
B Program Indicators:These indicators
light when one of the CD decks is being programmed for playback options.See page 18 for
more information on programmed play.
C Level Indicators:These LEDs display the
input level during an analog recording, and the
output level during playback. See page 22 for
more information on record levels.
D Repeat Indicators:These indicators light
when a repeat function is being used. See page
18 for more information on repeat play.
E Repeat-Status Indicators:These indica-
tors display the type of repeat function being
used. See page 18 for more information on
repeat status.
F Speed Indicators:These indicators show
which record speed has been selected for dub
recordings.See page 20 for more information
on record-speed selection.
G Copy-Prohibit Indicator:This indicator
lights when a recording is not possible
due to the intervention of the Serial Copy
Management System (SCMS). See page 20 for
more information on SCMS.
H Dubbing Indicator: This indicator lights
when a dub is in progress between the two CD
Decks.See page 20 for more information on CD
dubbing.
I Sync Indicator: This indicator lights when
the unit has been programmed for a CD Sync
recording. See page 21 for more information on
CD Sync recordings.
J Dual-Play Indicator: This indicator lights
when the unit is playing in the Dual mode,
which allows both CD decks to act as playback
decks at the same time.See page 17 for more
information on the dual-play mode.
K Information Displays: These displays
serve two functions,showing the time displays
for discs playing, and displaying messages
about discs or recordings.
Important Note: Since the CDR 20 is a dual-deck player/recorder, there are two separate sets of indicators for the Random, Program,Repeat, Repeat
Status,Time,Total Time and Track Time.In addition, there is a separate Information Display,Play/Pause Indicator and CD Indicator for each deck.As the
function of these indicators is identical for both decks,they are described in this manual with a common letter.When the CDR 20 is playing or recording a
disc, any indicators that light on the left side of the display describe the status of the Play Deck, while those that light on the right side of the display
describe the status of the Record Deck. Depending on the activity of the unit and the settings you select, different indicators may light on the two sides at
the same time.
8 FRONT-PANEL INFORMATION DISPLAY
L Time Indicators:These indicators light in
conjunction with one of the time indicators
MNO to show which of the time status
modes is active.
M Remaining-Time Indicators:These indica-
tors light when the Information Display K
shows the time remaining on a disc.
N T otal Time:These indicators light when the
Information Display K shows the total time of
all tracks on a disc.
O T rack Time:These indicators light when the
Information Display K shows the running time
of the individual track being played.
P R/RW Indicator: This indicator shows which
type of recordable disc is present in the Record
Deck %.When a CD-R disc is present, only the
R is lit.The RW lights when an erasable CD-RW
disc is in use.
Q Play/Pause Indicators:These indicators
show the status of the individual CD decks.The
› lights when the CD is playing, and the ›
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lights when the unit is in a Pause mode.
R Sample-Rate Converter: This indicator
lights when the Sample-Rate Converter is in use
to change the digital sample rate when the
incoming signal is not the standard 44.1kHz
used by standard CDs.This is an automatic function and does not require any user intervention.
S CD Indicators:These indicators light when
a standard CD is playing in either deck 3 or
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T Record Indicator:This indicator lights
when the unit is making a recording and flashes
during the preparations for recording.
U Finalize Indicator: This indicator lights
when the unit is in the Finalization process,
which is required before a CD-R disc may be
played on a standard CD machine.See page 22
for more information on Finalization.
V Erase Indicator:This indicator lights when
a CD-RW disc is being erased.Note that only
CD-RW discs may be erased;it is not possible to
erase a CD-R disc.See page 22 for more information on erasing discs.
W Auto Indicator: This indicator lights when
the automatic method of incrementing tracks is
selected for a recording session. See page 21 for
more information on track increments.
X Analog Indicator: This indicator lights
when an analog source is being recorded.
See page 21 for more information on source
selection.
Y Digital Indicator: This indicator lights when
a digital source is being recorded. See page 21
for more information on source selection.
Front-Panel Information Display
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