Tascam CC-222 User Manual

PRODUCT OVERVIEW

TASCAM's CC-222 is the world's only cassette and CD
recorder combination deck. The ability to record to both
decks simultaneously makes this ideal for creating
masters on the two most popular consumer formats at
the same time. The decks can also be used to transfer
content between formats.

Audio I/O is provided on unbalanced RCA connections.
Optical and coaxial SPDIF digital I/O is provided for the
CD mechanism. For convenience, a phono preamp is
offered, allowing for easy transfer of LPs to cassette or
CD formats. The RC-222 wireless remote is included.

CC-222

Technical Documentation

• 3-U Rack Mount Design

• Integrated CD Recorder & Reversible Cassette Deck

• ± 12% Pitch Control on Cassette Deck

• Return To Zero Function on Cassette Deck

• Dolby Noise Reduction on Cassette Deck

• Continuous Play function between Cassette & CD

• Program Play and Shuffle Play Modes

• Unbalanced RCA Analog I/O

• SPDIF Coaxial and Optical I/O for CD Player

• RIAA Phono Input for Record Player Connection

• Headphone Output with Level Control

• RC-222 Wireless Remote Included

APPLICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS

House of Worship - Live Recording

Many religious institutions are making cassette and CD recordings of
services that can be distributed to members of their congregation who
could not attend services. The CC-222's ability to record to cassette and
CD simultaneously has proven invaluable, allowing them to make
recordings of services on both popular consumer media formats without
external signal splitters to feed multiple decks or the need to waste hours
making transfers after the services.

Lecture Halls - Board Rooms - Live Sound /PA - Education

Often times, the person running sound has never had any training. The
CC-222's straight-forward design allows even a novice to operate the
deck with ease.

In most shows and assemblies at a school or church, multiple sound cues
are needed from multiple people. The CC-222 can be used to put the
sound cues all on a single CD, preventing endless fumbling in the dark
with stacks of poorly labeled cassettes and CDs in show time. This is a
simple way to avoid common mistakes, making the show run smoother.

Some libraries and schools have also found the CC-222 useful for
transferring stacks of old cassette and LP records to CD format. This
allows them to revitalize huge archives of learning materials on the more
durable (and readily available) CD media.

The CC-222 is available at:

CD Player Section:

Recording Media:
Frequency Response:
Signal to Noise Ratio:
Total Harmonic Distortion:
Wow and Flutter:
Channel Separation:

Cassette Section:

Track System:
Heads:

Type of Tape:

Tape Speed:
Pitch Control:
Motor:
Frequency Response:

Signal to Noise Ratio:

Wow and Flutter:
Fast Winding Time:

Audio I/O:

Analog I/O:

Digital I/O:
Phono Input:
Headphone Output:

General:

Power Requirements:

Power Consumption:
Dimensions:

Weight:
Standard Accessories:

CD-R, CD-RW, CD-RDA, CD-RWDA
20Hz-20kHz (± 0.5dB play, ± 1dB record)
>88dB play, >83dB record
<0.012% play, <0.015% record
Unmeasurable (<0.001%)
>80dB play, >75dB record (1kHz)

4 track, 2 channel stereo
Record/playback (Rotary Reverse)
Erase
Cassette C-60, C-90
Type I (Normal), Type II (CrO2/High Bias),
Type IV (Metal) - Playback Only
1 7/8 ips, 4.76 cm/sec
Approx ± 12%
DC Servo Motor
50Hz-15kHz ± 3dB CrO2
50Hz-14kHz ± 3dB Normal
>59dB Dolby off, 3% THD wtd
>69dB Dolby on, over 5kHz
<0.08% (W RMS)
Approx 120 sec, C-60

Independent RCA Inputs for CD/Cassette
Dedicated RCA Output for CD
Cascade RCA Output (Cassette priority)
SPDIF Coax I/O, SPDIF Optical I/O
RIAA Compliant, (2) RCA + GND
1/4" TRS, 10W+10W, 32 Ohms

120/230V AC, 50-60Hz (US/Export)
230V AC, 50Hz (Europe Model)
240V AC, 50Hz (Australia Model)
30W
483 x 138 x 295 mm
19" x 5.4" x 11.6"
8Kg, 17.6 lbs
Wireless Remote (RC-222)

7733 Telegraph Road • Montebello, CA 90640 • [phone] • http://www.tascamcontractor.com

All features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Contact your local TASCAM representative for the latest information.

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PANELS AND REMOTE

CC-222 Technical Documentation

ARCHITECT'S SPECIFICATIONS

The CD recorder and cassette combination deck
shall be combined into a single unit that can mount
in three standard 19" rack spaces. The CD recorder
shall be built on a TEAC CD-W54E (or similar)
computer CD-RW mechanism, providing
exceptionally long life. The cassette deck shall be a
two head bi-directional player and recorder.

The CD player portion shall offer automated play
modes, including Program Play and Shuffle Play,
and shall also be capable of continuous play of one
track, or all tracks. When recording, the CD-RW
mechanism shall implement a RAM buffer to assist
Auto ID and Sync Start logic pace tracks as
accurately as possible, without cutting off material.

The combination deck shall support automatic
dubbing between the cassette and CD mechanisms
in either direction. The combination deck shall also
support simultaneous recording from an outside
source to both decks, or recording to one deck
while playing on the other. Simultaneous play on
both mechanisms shall also be supported.

For increased dynamic range during recording, the
cassette mechanism on the combination deck shall
utilize a switchable Dolby B noise reduction circuit.

The cassette mechanism shall offer a counter reset
and a return to zero function. Pitch control shall be

provided on the cassette deck with a ± 12% range,
adjustable from the front panel.

The CD recorder shall have dedicated inputs and
outputs on unbalanced RCA connectors, as well as
digital coaxial and optical SPDIF connectors. The
cassette deck shall have a dedicated input on
unbalanced RCA connectors. The cassette output
shall double as a common output, passing CD audio
when the cassette is not in use. An additional RIAA
phono input shall be provided, for direct connection
of a record player.

The combination deck shall have a timer play
function that engages the CD to play when powered
up. Continuous play between the cassette and CD
mechanisms shall also be offered.

The CD player and cassette combination deck shall
be controllable with a TASCAM RC-222 wireless
remote. Dimensions of the combo unit shall be 19"
x 5.4" x 11.6" (W x H x D).

Metric measurements: 483x138x295mm.

The CD player and cassette combination deck
shall be a TASCAM CC-222.

NOTE: This text is available in a standard text file
on TASCAM's Systems Contractor CD-ROM.

7733 Telegraph Road • Montebello, CA 90640 • [phone] • http://www.tascamcontractor.com

All features and specifications are subject to change without notice. Contact your local TASCAM representative for the latest information.

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