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CD-GT2
Portable CD
Guitar Trainer
This device has a serial number
on the rear panel. Please record
it and retain it for your records.
Serial number:
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D00996120A
OWNER’S MANUAL
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
C A U T I O N : TO R E D U C E TH E R I S K OF
E L E C T R I C S H O C K , DO N O T R E M O V E
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QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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wi thi n equ ila te ra l tr ia ng le, is in ten de d to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
“d an gero us vol ta ge ” wit hin the produ ct ’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
The excl ama tion po int with in an e quilateral
tri a ng le is in te nded to al ert th e us e r to
th e pre sen ce of imp or tan t ope rat in g and
maint enanc e (ser vicin g) instru ct ion s in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
FOR U.S.A.
TO THE USER
This equipment has been tested and found
to co mp l y w it h the li m it s for a Cla ss B
dig ital de vic e, purs uant to Part 15 o f the
FCC Rules. The se limits are de si gned to
pr ovi de r ea s on abl e pr ot e ct i on aga ins t
h a rmfu l in t e r f e r ence in a re s i d e nti al
in st a ll at io n. Th is equ ip me nt ge n er at es,
us es, and ca n ra di a te ra dio fre que n cy
en er gy an d, if not ins ta ll ed an d use d in
accorda nc e with the in st ructi on manual ,
may cause harmf ul inter fe rence to radi o
co m mu n ic a ti o ns . Howeve r, th er e is no
guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment
doe s ca use harmful interferenc e to ra dio
or tele v i si on re ce pt ion, w hic h can b e
deter min ed by tur nin g th e equip ment of f
an d on, the user is encoura ge d to try to
corre ct the interference by one or more of
the following meas ures.
a) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
b) I nc rease the sep ar at io n bet ween the
equipment and receiver.
c) Connect the equipment into an outlet on
a circuit diffe rent from that to which the
receiver is connected.
d) C on sult the de al er or an expe rienced
radio /T V technician for help.
CAUTION
C h a n ge s o r m o d i f i c a t i o n s t o t h is
equ ipm e nt n ot exp r ess l y ap pr ove d by
TEAC C OR PO R AT ION for co mpl ia nce
could void the use r's author ity to o perate
this equipment.
WARNING: TO PREVENT
FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1 Read these instructions.
2 Keep these instructions.
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.
I n s t al l i n ac c o r da nc e w i t h t h e
manufacturer's instructions.
8 Do not install near any heat sources
su ch as radi ato rs, he at r egi ste rs ,
stoves, or other apparatus (including
amplifiers) that produce heat.
9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of
the polarized or grounding-type plug.
A polarized plug has two blades with
one wider than the other. A grounding
type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or
the third prong are provided for your
safety. If the provided plug does not fit
into your outlet, consult an electrician
for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10 Prot ec t the powe r c ord from being
walked on or pinched particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and
th e p oi nt wh ere they exit f rom t he
apparatus.
11 Only use att ac hm en ts /a cc es so ri es
specified by the manufacturer.
12 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod ,
br ack et , or tabl e spe cif ie d by the
m a n u f ac t ur e r, o r so l d wi th t h e
app a r atus . W h e n a ca rt is u s e d,
use ca ution wh en moving the ca rt/
apparatus combination to avoid injury
from tip-over.
13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning
sto r m s or wh e n unu s e d f o r lon g
periods of time.
14 Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when
the apparatus has been damaged in
any way, such as power-supply cord
or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the
appar atus, the a ppara tus has be en
ex po se d to r ai n or moi st ur e, does
no t opera te norma ll y, or has be en
dropped.Do not expose this apparatus to drips or splashes.
D o no t pl ac e an y o b j e ct s f i l le d
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wi th l iq uid s, s uch as vas e s, on t he
apparatus.
Do no t i n s t all th i s ap pa r atus in a
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confined space such as a book case or
similar unit.
T h e a p pa r a t us d r a w s n o m in a l
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non - o p e rat i n g po wer f r o m th e AC
ou t le t with its STAN D BY /ON in t he
Standby position.
The apparatus should be located close
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en ou gh to the AC outlet so that you
can easily grasp the power cord plug
at any time.
An apparatus with Class I construction
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shall be connected to an AC outlet with
a protective grounding connection.
Ba tteri es (ba ttery pa ck or ba tte ri es
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in st alled ) shoul d not be ex posed to
excessive heat such as sunshine, fire
or the like.
E x c e ss iv e sou n d pr e s s ur e fro m
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earphones and headphones can cause
hearing loss.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
DTA
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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.
CAUTION
• DO NOT REMOVE THE PROTECTIVE HOUSING USING A
SCREWDRIVER.
• USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE
OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN
MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
• IF THIS PRODUCT DE VELOPS TROUBLE, CONTACT YOUR
NEAREST QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL, AND DO NOT
USE THE PRODUCT IN ITS DAMAGED STATE.
• CL ASS 1M INVISIBLE LASER R ADIATION WHEN OPEN AND
INTERLOCKS DEFEATED. DO NOT VIEW DIRECTORY WITH
OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS.
The CD-GT2 uses either a SONY or a SAMSUNG transport.
Optical pickup:
Type: KSM-900AA A
Manufacturer: SONY Corporation
Laser output: Less than 1 mW on the objective lens
Wavelength: 775 to 816 nm
Type: CMS-M93BG6
Manufacturer: Samsung Electro-Mechanics Co., Ltd.
Laser output: Less than 0.4 mW on the objective lens
Wavelength: 760 to 800 nm
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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONSContents
Introduction ..........................................................................................7
Features of this device .........................................................................7
Using this manual ...............................................................................7
Accessories .......................................................................................7
About this manual ...............................................................................8
Environmental considerations ..............................................................8
Beware of condensation ..................................................................... 8
Cleaning the unit .................................................................................8
Handling of compact discs ...................................................................9
Batteries ...........................................................................................10
Inserting batteries ........................................................................... 10
Quick Start Guide—Basic Operation ............................................. 11
Preparation ......................................................................................11
Playback ...........................................................................................12
Playing guitar ...................................................................................13
Turning off the power .......................................................................14
Restore all settings to original values ................................................14
About Power .......................................................................................15
Using batteries .................................................................................15
Operation with an AC adapter ..........................................................15
Turning the power ON and OFF ........................................................16
Names and functions of parts .........................................................17
Front ................................................................................................19
Rear .................................................................................................19
Making connections ......................................................................... 20
Screen appearance and operation ..................................................21
Screen overview ...............................................................................21
TIME DISPLAY screen ...................................................................... 21
Other screens ................................................................................ 23
Making settings ............................................................................... 23
Listening to CDs .................................................................................24
Basic CD playback ............................................................................24
Jumping back a few seconds (FLASH BACK) .....................................24
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Adjusting the volume .......................................................................25
Changing the tempo ..........................................................................25
Changing the pitch with the tempo ..................................................25
Changing only the pitch ....................................................................26
Reducing the sound of recorded guitars ............................................26
Loop playback ...................................................................................27
Selecting the play mode ....................................................................28
Repeat playback ................................................................................28
Using guitars and mics .................................................................... 29
Setting the input .............................................................................. 29
Adjusting the input level .................................................................. 29
Adjusting the monitoring volume .................................................... 29
Playing along with a CD ................................................................... 29
Using built-in effects ....................................................................... 30
Other functions ..................................................................................32
Using the metronome .......................................................................32
Stopping the metronome ................................................................. 33
Using the tuner .................................................................................33
AUTO (chromatic tuner) ................................................................... 33
GUITAR (guitar tuner mode) ............................................................. 34
OSC. (oscillator mode) .................................................................... 34
Using a footswitch ............................................................................35
Connecting a footswitch .................................................................. 35
Setting the function ........................................................................ 35
Making various settings .................................................................. 36
Mono monitoring ............................................................................ 36
Splitting the CD and guitar sounds .................................................. 36
Setting the time display ....................................................................37
Changing the display contrast ..........................................................37
Restoring all settings to their default values .....................................37
Specifications..................................................................................... 38
Effect preset lists .............................................................................. 40
Guitar effects ................................................................................... 40
Vocal effects .....................................................................................41
Effect module parameter list ...........................................................42
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the TASCAM CD-GT2.
This CD player allows you to change the playback speed of
recorded music without changing its pitch, making it ideal
for guitar practice. If you are trying to learn a part that is too
difcult to catch at ordinary playback speed, you can use this
player to slow the playback to a speed that makes learning the
notes easier. You can also plug your guitar into the unit and
mix your own playing with music from a CD.
Features of this device
CD player functions
Change playback speed without changing pitch
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Change pitch without changing playback speed
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Reduce the recorded lead guitar sound during CD playback
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Loop playback of passages that you select
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Other functions
Operates with batteries (4 AA) or an AC
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adapter (sold separately)
Guitar effects built-in
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Mic effects built-in
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Play along on guitar as you listen to a CD
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Tuner built-in
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Metronome built-in
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Headphone jack and line output jack
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Operate with a footswitch (sold separately)
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Using this manual
This manual includes a Quick Start Guide and reference
chapters.
The Quick Start Guide explains the basics, from preparation
and standard CD playback to the use of effects, in a step-bystep manner. Read this when you want to use the CD-GT2
after purchase. Please note that not all functions are explained
in this section.
The reference chapters explain the use of every control key
and all the CD-GT2 functions in detail. It also includes speci-
cations and other information. Please read this part because
it also has cautionary warnings and other important details
about using the unit.
Accessories
Owner’s Manual (this manual) ...........................................1
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Warranty card .....................................................................1
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Troubleshooting guide ........................................................1
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Please contact TASCAM if any of these items are missing.
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Introduction
About this manual
When we refer to a key or connector or control on the CDGT2, the typeface looks like this: PLAY.
When we refer to items shown on the display, the typeface
looks like this: MENU.
Environmental considerations
The CD-GT2 may be used in most places, but you should
observe the following environmental conditions to maintain
top performance and prolong operating life:
The nominal temperature should be between 5°C and 35°C
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(41°F and 95°F).
Relative humidity should be 30 to 90 percent.
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As the unit may become hot during operation, always
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leave sufficient space above the unit for ventilation. Do not
install this unit in a confined space such as a bookcase, and
do not put anything on top of the unit.
Avoid installing this unit on top of any heat-generating
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electrical device such as a power amplifier.
Make sure that the unit is mounted in a level position for
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correct operation.
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 operation impossible.
To prevent this, or if this occurs, let the player sit for one or
two hours at the new room temperature before using.
Cleaning the unit
Wipe dirt from the unit with a dry cloth. Never use thinner,
benzene or other solvents because they may cause acrylic parts
and coated surfaces to dissolve, labels to be eroded or other
damage.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Introduction
Handling of compact discs
The CD-GT2 has been designed for the playback of CD-DA
(standard audio) format discs. In addition to ordinary 5-inch
and 3-inch CDs, it can also play properly recorded CD-R and
CD-RW discs.
Always insert a compact discs into the unit with its label
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facing upward.
To remove a disc from its case, press down on the center of
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the disc holder, then lift the disc out, holding it carefully by
the edges.
Avoid getting fingerprints on the signal side (the non-label
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side). Grime and dust may cause skipping, so keep discs
clean and store them in their cases when not being played.
To clean the signal side of a disc, wipe gently with a soft
dry cloth from the center towards the outside edge.
Do not use any record spray, anti-static solutions, benzene,
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paint thinner or other chemical agents to clean CDs as they
could damage the delicate playing surface. It may cause
CDs to become unplayable.
Discs should be returned to their cases after use to avoid
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serious scratches that could cause the laser pickup to “skip.”
Keep discs away from direct sunlight and places of high heat
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and humidity. If left in such places, warping could result.
Do not affix any labels or stickers to the label side of the
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disc. Do not write on the disc with a ballpoint pen.
Do not insert discs that have adhesive remaining from tape
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or stickers that have been removed. If they are inserted
into the player, they could stick to the internal mechanism,
requiring removal by a technician.
Do not use cracked discs.
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Only use circular compact discs. Avoid using promotional,
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discs and other discs that are not circular.
The CD-GT2 cannot play unfinalized CD-R/RW discs.
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Music discs with copy control, a copy-protection system,
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have been released from several record companies in an
attempt to protect their copyrights. Since some of these
discs do not comply with the CD specifications, they might
not be playable on the CD-GT2.
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NOTE
Introduction
Batteries
If batteries are used improperly, or if leakage or breakage
occurs, the unit will not function.
Please observe the cautions indicated on the batteries and their
packaging to ensure proper usage.
Confirm + and – polarity and follow the indications when
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inserting new batteries into the unit.
Do not use old and new batteries together.
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Even if batteries are the same size, their voltage may differ.
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Do not use batteries of different specifications together.
Do not attempt to recharge batteries that are
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non-rechargeable.
Do not open or disassemble batteries, throw them into a
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fire or put them in water.
Inserting batteries
1 Open the lid.
2 Confirm +/- polarity, and insert four AA batteries.
3 Close the lid.
This device does not include batteries when purchased.
We recommend nickel hydride or alkaline batteries.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE
NOTE
Quick Start Guide—Basic Operation
Let’s start using the unit right away. In this section, we will
teach you the basics, including how to setup the unit, play
a CD, connect your guitar and play along with prerecorded
music.
Preparation
You can also use a PS-P520 AC adapter (sold separately)
for power instead of batteries. Connect the AC adapter to
the DC IN 5V jack on the rear of the unit.
Turn the power on
Remove the battery case cover from the underside of the unit,
and insert four ordinary AA batteries, aligning them with the
+ and – symbols inside the case. (See “Batteries” on page 10.)
Turn the power ON after inserting the batteries.
Press and hold the POWER switch on the rear of the unit for
about one second. Release it when “TASCAM” appears on the
display. Start-up completes after a few seconds and the TIME
DISPLAY screen appears.
Setting a CD
All the controls for this device are on the CD tray cover.
The OPEN switch is on the front of the unit. Slide it left and
open the tray cover. Put a CD in the CD tray and press it into
place gently until the disc clicks. Close the tray cover after
setting the CD.
The keys cannot be used when the tray cover is open.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONSQuick Start Guide—Basic Operation
Headphones
NOTE
NOTE
Connecting headphones
Connect headphones to the PHONES jack on the front of the
unit. Turn the volume down to the minimum level using the
PHONES VOLUME (–) key on the control panel.
Use the LINE OUT jack when monitoring with an audio
system or speakers with built-in amplification.
Playback
Playing a CD
Press the ¥/π key to start. Press the ¥/π key again to pause
playback. Press the STOP key to stop playback. Press the µ
or ≤ key to skip to the beginning of the previous or next
track. Press and hold the ≤ or µ key during playback to
fast forward () or fast reverse (Ô) through the current
track. Press the FLASH BACK key during playback to jump to
the point three seconds earlier in the current track.
You can change the number of seconds that pressing the
FLASH BACK key jumps in the track. (See “Jumping back
a few seconds (Flash Back)” on page 24.)
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NOTE
Guitar
NOTE
Quick Start Guide—Basic Operation
Adjusting the volume
Use the PHONES VOLUME (+, –) keys to adjust the headphones volume.
Changing playback tempo
Press the TEMPO key to open the TEMPO CHANGE screen.
With the TEMPO value selected as shown below, use the
VALUE (+, –) keys to change the tempo value.
When the product is shipped new, the VSA function is ON,
allowing tempo to be changed without changing the pitch.
To change the pitch along with the tempo, use the ¶
CURSOR key on the TEMPO CHANGE screen to select
the FIX PITCH item, and then use the – VALUE key to
select VSA OFF.
Playing guitar
Connecting a guitar
Connect a guitar to the GUITAR/MIC IN jack on the front of
the unit. Before connecting, turn the INPUT dial next to the
jack down to 0. Turn the volume up after connecting.
You can also connect a mic to this jack. Switch to mic
input mode in this case. (See “Setting the input” on page
29.)
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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
NOTE
Quick Start Guide—Basic Operation
Using the Effects
To apply effects to your guitar sound, press the EFFECT key to
open the EFFECTOR screen. When the BANK value is high-
lighted as shown below, use the VALUE (+, –) keys to select one
of the effect banks (01–10).
After selecting an effect bank, select an effect preset by using
the down CURSOR (¶) key to highlight the PRESET value.
Then use the VALUE (+, –) keys to select a preset. Each preset
uses a different combination of effect modules. (See the
“Effect preset lists” on page 40.)
Press the right CURSOR key (¥) to open the effect level
adjustment screen. Use the VALUE (+, –) keys to change the
level.
You can change the parameter settings for every effect.
(For details, see “Using built-in effects” on page 30.)
Playing guitar along with a CD
You can listen to the sound from both a CD and your guitar
at the same time through headphones. To change the volume
balance between the CD and the guitar, press the LEVEL key
to open the LEVEL screen. Press the right CURSOR key (¥)
twice to highlight the IN LEVEL value, then use the VALUE
(+, –) keys to adjust the guitar volume. (See “Adjusting the
input level” on page 29)
Turning off the power
When you stop using the player, press the POWER switch on
the back of the unit for about one second. Release the switch
when “TRAINER SERIES” appears on the display.
Restore all settings to original values
If you press and hold both the µ and ≤ keys when you turn
the player power ON, the INITIALIZE screen appears.
After startup, follow the onscreen instructions and press the
¥/π key to restore every effect parameter, playback setting
and other adjustable setting to the values they were set at when
they unit was shipped from the factory.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE
About Power
Using batteries
See “Batteries” on page 10 for information about installing
batteries.
Battery level display
When using batteries, the battery icon in the upper right part
of the display shows the approximate remaining power level of
the batteries.
The remaining power level of the batteries is high.
The remaining power level of the batteries is about half of the
original amount.
The remaining power level of the batteries is low.
The batteries are out of power and the unit power is about to
tur n OFF. Put in new batteries.
Battery life
Fully charged new nickel hydride batteries: about 6.5 hours
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Alkaline batteries: about 5 hours
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Since this product has special functions, including CD
playback tempo alteration and guitar effects, battery life
is shorter compared to other portable CD players.
Battery life varies according to use conditions, including
temperature, humidity and the ON/OFF status of the
various special functions.
When the remaining power level of the batteries you are
using is low, the player may not function properly even
though the battery icon shows that the remaining power
level is high. In this case, change the batteries or use an
AC adapter.
Operation with an AC adapter
Use the TASCAM PS-P520 (sold separately) AC adapter. Do
not use any other adapter because this may cause the player to
malfunction.
Connect the DC plug from the AC adapter to the DC IN 5V
jack on this device and connect the AC plug to a standard
outlet.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
TASCAM
PS-P520
AC outlet
DC PLUG
NOTE
NOTE
About Power
Startup completes in a few seconds and the TIME DISPLAY
screen appears.
To turn the power OFF, press and hold the POWER switch
on the rear of the unit for more than one second. Release the
button when the screen below appears on the display.
When using the AC adapter, “ ” appears in the upper right of
the display.
Unplug the AC adapter when not using the unit.
Turning the power ON and OFF
Press and hold the POWER switch on the rear of the unit for
about one second to turn its power ON. Release the button
when the screen below appears on the display.
Always use the POWER switch to turn the power ON and
OFF. When the unit is operating, if you disconnect the
power adapter or remove the batteries to turn the power
OFF, your settings may not be saved. All the settings
might even be initialized, reverting them to their default
values.
When using this player with batteries, the power turns
OFF temporarily if you remove or connect the AC adapter.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Names and functions of parts
Control panel
1 Display
Shows CD status during playback, device settings and
other information.
2 TEMPO key
Press this key to open the TEMPO CHANGE screen. You
can change the playback tempo and turn the VSA function
ON and OFF on this screen. (See “Changing the tempo”
and “Changing the pitch with the tempo” on page 25.)
3 KEY key
Press this key to open the KEY & PITCH screen.
You can change the playback pitch on this screen. (See
“Changing only the pitch” on page 26.)
4 GUITAR CANCEL key
Press this key to open the GUITAR CANCEL screen.
Turn the guitar cancel function ON and OFF and change
its settings on this screen. (See “Reducing the sound of
recorded guitars” on page 26.)
5 EFFECT key
Press this key to open the EFFECTOR screen. Make
guitar and mic effect settings on this screen. (See “Using
built-in effects” on page 30.)
6 TIME DISPLAY key
Press this key to open the TIME DISPLAY screen,
which shows the status of the CD during playback and
other information. (See “TIME DISPLAY screen” on page
21.)
7 LOOP key
Turns the loop playback and repeat playback functions ON
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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Names and functions of parts
and OFF. When IN and OUT points are set, this key turns
loop playback ON and OFF. When they are not set, it turns
repeat playback ON and OFF. (See “Loop playback” on
page 27 and “Repeat playback” on page 28.)
8 IN/OUT key
Use this key to set the loop playback IN and OUT points.
(See “Loop playback” on page 27.)
9 MISC. key
Press this key to open the SETUP & MISC. screen. Set
and use the metronome and make various device settings
on this screen.
0 TUNER key
Press this key to open the TUNER screen. Use this screen
for help tuning your instrument. (See “Using the tuner” on
page 33.)
q LEVEL key
Press this key to open the LEVEL screen. Select whether
to use the GUITAR/MIC IN jack for guitar input or mic
input and make independent adjustments for the input
signal and CD playback volumes on this screen. (See
“Using guitars and mics” on page 29.)
w CURSOR (§, ¶, ˙, ¥) keys
Select among setting items on the screen with these keys.
e VALUE (+, –) keys
Change the value of the item selected on the screen.
r PHONES VOLUME (+, –) keys
Adjust the volume sent to your headphones using these
keys. The PHONES VOLUME screen appears during
adjustment.
t STOP key
Stops a CD that is playing or paused.
y ¥/π key
Starts playback of a stopped or paused CD. Pauses a
playing CD.
u ≤, ˚ key
Press briefly to skip to the next track. Press and hold
this key to fast forward through a track that is playing or
paused. Press and hold this key when the CD is stopped to
automatically skip forward (increment) though the tracks.
i µ, ∆ key
Press briefly to skip to the previous track. Press and hold
this key to fast reverse through a track that is playing or
paused. Press and hold this key when the CD is stopped
to automatically skip backward (decrement) though the
tracks.
o FLASH BACK key
Press during playback to jump to a point in the track a few
seconds earlier and continue playback. Set the number
of seconds in the SETUP & MISC. screen. (See “Jumping
back a few seconds (FLASH BACK)” on page 24.)
Front
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Names and functions of parts
f GUITAR/MIC IN jack (standard phone jack)
Connect an electric guitar or microphone.
g FOOT SW jack (standard phone jack)
Connect a TASCAM RC-30P or other momentary
footswitch (non-latching). Set the footswitch function on
the SETUP & MISC. screen.
p OPEN switch
Slide this switch away from the PHONES jack to open the
control panel and insert and remove discs.
a PHONES jack (stereo minijack)
Connect headphones to this jack to output the CD
playback signal and the input signal from the GUITAR/MIC
IN jack.
s LINE OUT jack (stereo minijack)
Outputs the CD playback signal and input signal from the
GUITAR/MIC IN jack. Connect an audio system, speakers
with built-in amplifiers or similar equipment.
d INPUT dial
Adjusts the input level of the GUITAR/MIC IN jack signal.
Rear
h DC IN 5V jack
Connect a TASCAM PS-P520 AC adapter (sold
separately).
j POWER switch
Turn the power ON and OFF. Press and hold the switch for
more than one second to turn the power ON and OFF.
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Guitar
Mic
Footswitch
Headphones
Speakers with built-in amplification
or stereo system
TASCAM
PS-P520
AC outlet
DC PLUG
Making connections
DC IN 5V: PS-P520 AC adapter (sold separately) (See
•
“Operation with an AC adapter” on page 15.)
PHONES jack: headphones
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LINE OUT jack: audio system, speakers with built-in ampli-
•
fiers, etc. (Use a conversion cable as necessary.)
GUITAR/MIC IN jack: guitar or mic
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FOOT SW jack: TASCAM RC-30P or other momentary
•
footswitch (non-latching)
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Screen appearance and operation
Screen overview
The unit display shows one of the following screens according
to the active function. All of these screens can be opened by
pressing their dedicated keys. The TIME DISPLAY screen
also appears immediately after the unit’s power is turned ON.
Screens Keys
TIME DISPLAY TIME DISPLAY
TEMPO CHANGE TEMPO
KEY & PITCH KEY
GUITAR CANCEL GUITAR CANCEL
EFFECTOR EFFECT
LEVEL LEVEL
TUNER TUNER
SETUP & MISC. MISC.
PHONES VOLUME PHONES VOLUME (+, –)
TIME DISPLAY screen
The TIME DISPLAY screen appears immediately after the
player’s power is turned ON.
1 VSA, TMP, KEY, G.C icons
The VSA, tempo change, key change and guitar cancel
icons appear in inverse when their functions are on.
2 FX icon
This icon lights when the guitar or mic effects are
operating.
3 Power status indicator
Shows the status of batteries when they are in use (See
“Using batteries” on page 10.). “ ” appears when AC
power is in use.
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Screen appearance and operation
4 Playback status
When the CD is playing (¥), paused (π), fast forwarding
(˚), or fast reversing (∆) the corresponding icon
appears. No icon appears when playback is stopped.
5 Playback mode
When the loop mode, repeat mode or single mode is ON,
its corresponding icon appears. (See “Loop playback” on
page 27, and “Repeat playback” and “Selecting the play
mode” on page 28.)
6 CD time display
Shows the CD time. Set the displayed time mode on
the SETUP & MISC. screen. (See “Setting the time
display” on page 37.)
7 CD playback position
Shows the current playback position of the CD with a bar
display.
8 Time elapsed/remaining
Depending on the setting, shows the elapsed time or
remaining playback time of the current track or the total
remaining playback time of the CD. (See “Setting the time
display” on page 37.)
9 CD time display mode
Shows the CD time display mode. (Settings cannot be
made on this screen.)
0 Title
When playing a CD with CD text data, the titles of the CD
and playing track appear.
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Screen
name
Power
status
Track number, time, play status
NOTE
Screen appearance and operation
Other screens
Shared features
The screen name, power status, CD player operation status,
track number and CD playback time are shown on every
screen.
The EFFECTOR, LEVEL and TUNER screens appear as
follows. All other screens appear the same as the TIME
DISPLAY screen. (See the “TIME DISPLAY screen”
on page 21.)
Display of playback functions (VSA, TMP, KEY, G.C)
The status of every playback function is shown at the top
of the TEMPO screen, KEY & PITCH screen, GUITAR
CANCEL screen, and SETUP & MISC. screen in the same
way as on the TIME DISPLAY screen.
Settings
Every screen other than the TIME DISPLAY screen has
settings. See “Making settings” on page 23 for details.
Making settings
Settings and selections can be made as necessary on every
screen except the TIME DISPLAY screen. Use the CURSOR
and VALUE keys as necessary to make settings and selections.
Selecting items for setting
Use the CURSOR (§, ¶) keys.
The value of the selected item is shown in highlighted in
inverse.
On the EFFECTOR and LEVEL screens, some items are
selected by the CURSOR (˙, ¥) keys.
When there are other items above or below the items
currently onscreen § or ¶ appears on the right side of
the screen.
Setting item values
Use the VALUE (+, –) keys. The selected values (settings) take
effect immediately. (Conrmation is not necessary.)
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Listening to CDs
Basic CD playback
Starting playback
When the CD is stopped or paused, press the ¥/π key to start
playback.
Stopping playback
When the CD is playing, press the STOP key to stop playback.
Selecting tracks
Press the ≤ or µ key when the CD is playing, paused or
stopped to skip to the beginning of the previous or next track.
Press and hold the ≤ or µ key when stopped to increase or
decrease the track number.
Searching forward and backward
Press and hold the ≤ or µ key when the CD is playing or
paused during playback to fast forward or fast reverse.
Jumping back a few seconds (FLASH BACK)
Press the FLASH BACK key during playback when you want to
jump back to a point a few seconds in the track and continue
play. The initial default setting for this jump is 3 seconds, but
you can set it between 1 and 5 seconds using the following
procedure.
1 Press the MISC. key to open the SETUP & MISC.
screen.
2 Use the CURSOR (§, ¶) keys to select FLASH BACK.
3 Use the VALUE (+, –) keys to set the value between one
and five seconds (1s–5s).
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NOTE
Adjusting the volume
When listening through headphones, use the PHONES
VOLUME (+, –) keys to adjust the volume.
When you use the PHONES VOLUME keys, the PHONES
VOLUME screen appears showing the headphones output
level as a numerical value and a bar. After a few seconds, the
display automatically returns to the previous screen.
Listening to CDs
When the TEMPO value is set to anything other than 0, the
tempo mode is ON, and playback follows the set tempo.
appears in inverse at the top of the screen.
Press both VALUE (+, –) keys simultaneously to reset the
tempo adjustment to 0.
Changing the tempo
You can change the playback tempo, slowing it by up to 50%.
1 Press the TEMPO key to open the TEMPO CHANGE
screen.
2 When the TEMPO item is selected, use the VALUE (+, –)
keys to adjust the tempo (%).
Changing the pitch with the tempo
When the Variable Speed Audition (VSA) function is ON,
the playback pitch of a track does not change when the tempo
is changed. If you want the pitch rise and fall as the tempo is
increased and decreased like conventional tempo control, turn
the VSA function OFF. (The default setting for VSA is ON.)
1 Press the TEMPO key to open the TEMPO CHANGE
screen.
2 Use the CURSOR ¶ key to select the FIX PITCH
item, and the VALUE (–) key to select VSA OFF.
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NOTE
Listening to CDs
3 Use the CURSOR ¶ key to select the FINE PITCH
item and the VALUE (+, –) keys to make minute adjustments to the pitch in cents (1/100 semitone).
Select the KEY or FINE PITCH item and press both
When the VSA function is OFF, the icon at the top of the
screen appears normally.
Changing only the pitch
You can change the pitch without changing the tempo.
1 Press the KEY key to open the KEY & PITCH screen.
2 With the KE Y item selected, use the VALUE (+, –) keys
to adjust the pitch up or down in semitones.
The KEY item allows the pitch to be raised or lowered 1 to 6
semitones (â6 – ã6). Any setting other than 0 changes the
playback pitch and the display icon appears in inverse.
VALUE (+, –) keys simultaneously to reset the adjustment
of that setting to 0.
Even if the KEY item setting is “0”, the icon at the
top of the screen appears in inverse if FINE PITCH is
adjusted.
Reducing the sound of recorded guitars
You can reduce the recorded sound of guitars on a CD.
1 Press the GUITAR CANCEL key to open the GUITAR
CANCEL screen.
2 With the CANCEL item selected, use the VALUE (+, –)
keys to turn the setting ON.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE
Listening to CDs
When the guitar cancel function is ON, the icon at the top
of the screen appears in inverse.
Depending on the music, the guitar cancel function may not
reduce the recorded guitar sound sufciently. If this occurs,
changing the PART and RANGE settings might make the
reduction more effective. Listen to the music as you adjust the
settings to achieve the best effect.
Depending on the recording of the music, reduction of
the guitar part with this function may not be possible.
PART
Adjust this setting to match the stereo position of the sound
that you want to reduce between LEFT 10 and RIGHT 10.
The initial setting is CENTER.
RANGE
Select MIDDLE or ALL for the range of sound reduction. The
default setting is MIDDLE.
Loop playback
With this function you can continuously repeat the playback of
a selection that you make (loop playback).
1 Press the IN/OUT key during playback to set the point
when you want to start loop playback. The current
position is set as the IN point, and the symbol
appears below the playback position display bar at
that point.
2 Press the IN/OUT key at the point when you want loop
playback to stop. The current position is set as the
OUT point, and the symbol appears below the playback position display bar at that point. After setting
the OUT point, loop playback begins between the IN
and OUT points.
The play mode icon appears on the left of the display.
To stop loop playback, press either the LOOP key or the
IN/OUT key.
If you press the LOOP key, the loop interval settings are saved,
and if you press the LOOP key again loop playback of the set
interval begins again.
If you press the IN/OUT key, the loop interval settings (IN
point and OUT point settings) are canceled.
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NOTE
NOTE
Listening to CDs
Selecting the play mode
This device has the two following play modes.
ALL mode (initial setting)
This is the ordinary mode. Once you start playback, the disc
will play through to the end.
SINGLE mode
After playback of a track is started, that track will play to
the end.
Use the following procedures to select the play mode.
1 Press MISC. to open the SETUP & MISC. screen.
2 Use the CURSOR §/¶ keys to select PLAY MODE and
the VALUE (+, –) keys to select ALL or SINGLE.
If you select SINGLE, appears to the left of the
time display.
Repeat playback
In repeat playback mode, depending on the play mode setting,
all tracks (ALL play mode) or the current track (SINGLE play
mode) will play back repeatedly.
When loop playback in ( ) out ( ) points are not set, press the
LOOP key to start repeat playback.
Use the REPEAT item on the SETUP & MISC. screen to set
repeat playback ON and OFF.
When the repeat setting is set to ALL, appears.
When the repeat setting is set to SINGLE, appears.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE
NOTE
Using guitars and mics
By connecting a guitar or mic to this player, you can mix the
input from the guitar or mic with the CD playback sound. You
can also use the built-in guitar and mic effects for guitar and
singing practice
Setting the input
When shipped from the factory, the GUITAR/MIC IN jack is set
for guitar input. Use the following procedures to set the unit
for mic input.
1 Press the LEVEL key to open the LEVEL screen.
2 Use the CURSOR (¥) key to choose INPUT (initial
setting is GUITAR), and use the VALUE (+) key to set it
to MIC.
The effects available change according to the INPUT
setting (See “Using built-in effects” on page 30.).
Adjusting the input level
Use the INPUT volume control to the right of the GUITAR/MIC
IN jack to adjust the input level. Use the input level meter at
the bottom of the LEVEL screen as shown on the preceding
page for guidance.
Adjusting the monitoring volume
Use the PHONES VOLUME (+, –) keys to adjust the headphones output volume. Follow the same procedure used when
adjusting the playback volume of a CD. (See “Adjusting the
volume” on page 25.)
Adjust the volume on the external device when using
an audio system or speakers with built-in amplifiers to
monitor through the LINE OUT jack. You cannot adjust
the output level of this device’s LINE OUT jack.
Playing along with a CD
This device combines the signal input through the GUITAR/
MIC IN jack and the CD playback signal and outputs this mix
to the PHONES and LINE OUT jacks. In other words, you can
play your guitar or sing through a mic connected to the player
and hear this sound along with the playing CD.
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Using guitars and mics
Use the following procedures to adjust the CD playback signal
and input signal levels independently to achieve the mix
balance that you desire.
1 Press the LEVEL key to open the LEVEL screen.
The GUITAR/MIC and CD knob icons appear. These adjust
the levels of the input signal from the GUITAR/MIC IN jack
and the CD playback signal.
2 Use the CURSOR (˙, ¥) keys to select the knob that
you want to adjust. The level value of the selected knob
appears as a pop-up in inverse.
3 Use the VALUE (+, –) keys to adjust the level. The level
knob icon rotates as you change the value.
Using built-in effects
This device has a built-in multi-effects processor.
Depending on the INPUT setting (GUITAR/MIC IN jack input
settings) on the LEVEL screen, either the guitar or mic effects
are usable. (See “Setting the input” on page 29.)
Press the EFFECT key to open the EFFECTOR screen.
On the EFFECTOR screen, use the CURSOR (§, ¶) keys to
select items and the VALUE (+, –) keys to adjust settings in the
same way as on other screens. Use the CURSOR (˙, ¥) keys
to move between level knobs and effect modules.
As shown in the gure above, in addition to BANK and
PRESET, the EFFECTOR screen also shows the LVL (level)
knob and icons for up to three guitar or microphone effect
modules. The guitar or microphone icon shows whether
the effects that can currently be used are for a guitar or mic
and have no settings, but all other icons contain adjustable
settings. The types of effect modules change depending on the
GUITAR /MIC IN jack input setting.
When you select the LVL knob or effect modules, a pop-up
appears for the setting items. Use the CURSOR (§, ¶) keys to
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE
Using guitars and mics
select settings in the pop-up, and use the VALUE (+, –) keys to
adjust these settings.
BANK
Select bank 01–10 or BYPASS.
Using the PRESET item explained below, you can set a
preset effect for each bank. By making presets of settings that
you use frequently in each bank, you can quickly recall the
settings you desire just by switching through the banks. You
can save separate settings for each BANK for both GUITAR
and MIC input settings.
Select BYPASS if you do not want to use effects.
PRESET
Choose the effect preset that you want. Each preset has a
different combination of up to three effect modules.
Either guitar or mic presets are available depending on the
GUITAR/MIC input setting.
See the “Effect presets list” on page 39 for details about the
effect modules in each preset.
LVL knob
Adjusts the output level of the effect. Use the CURSOR (˙,
¥) keys to select the LVL knob and open the pop-up with the
level value highlighted. Use the VALUE (+, –) keys to adjust the
level setting between 0 –100.
Effect modules
Use the CURSOR (˙, ¥) keys to select the module icons and
open a pop-up with parameter settings as shown in the gure
below. The parameters depend on the type of module. For
details about the parameters for each module type, see the
“Effect module parameter list” on page 42.
When the LVL knob or an effect module parameter is
selected, use the CURSOR (˙, ¥) keys to move between
modules and the CURSOR (§, ¶) keys to move between
settings.
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NOTE
NOTE
Other functions
Using the metronome
This device has a built-in metronome that you can use in
guitar practice, for example.
1 Press the MISC. key to open the SETUP & MISC.
screen.
Turning the metronome ON will stop CD playback.
TEMPO
Set the tempo between 40 and 220 beats per minute (BPM).
2 Use the CURSOR (§, ¶) keys to select the
METRONOME item.
3 Use the VALUE (+) key to turn it ON. The metronome
starts with the tempo and beat settings last used (or
the default settings if this is the first time used).
4 When the metronome is ON, its TEMPO and BEAT
settings appear. Use the CURSOR (§, ¶) keys to select
the items, and the VALUE (+, –) keys to change their
settings.
BEAT
Set the rhythmic pulse between 2 and 6 or set it to “0” for no
accented beats.
TEMPO and BEAT settings are save when the power is
turned OFF and will be the same the next time that you
use the metronome.
If you press the CURSOR ¶ key when the BEAT item
is selected, the MONO MONITOR item is selected and
the metronome settings window disappears. Press the
CURSOR § key to return to the metronome settings.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE
NOTE
Other functions
Stopping the metronome
Do one of the following:
Press the STOP key.
•
Turn the METRONOME item OFF on the SETUP &
•
MISC. screen.
Pressing any of the CD player operation keys will also
turn the metronome OFF.
Using the tuner
This device has a built-in tuner that can be used not only for
tuning a guitar, but also for outputting a tuning pitch that you
select.
First, select the tuner mode.
1 Press the TUNER key to open the TUNER screen.
2 With the MODE value selected, use the VALUE (+, –)
keys to select one of the following tuner modes.
AUTO chromatic tuner
GUITAR guitar tuner
OSC. oscillator mode
These modes are explained separately in the following sections.
AUTO (chromatic tuner)
In this ordinary mode, you do not need to change settings for
each of the strings being tuned. The tuning meter and input
signal pitch appear on the screen (see the preceding gure).
(“---” appears when there is no input).
1 Connect a guitar to the GUITAR/MIC IN jack and play
the string that you want to tune. The pitch closest to
the string’s frequency appears at the top of the meter.
2 Tune the guitar roughly until the desired pitch name
is shown. Fine tune the guitar until the center of the
meter is highlighted. A bar appears to the left if the
tuning is too low and a bar appears to the right if it is
too high. The longer the bar is the more out of tune the
string is.
Use the CURSOR ¶ key to select CALIB, and the VALUE
(+, –) keys to set the standard frequency of middle A
between 435 Hz and 445 Hz.This setting affects all tuner
modes.
This setting affects all tuner modes.
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Other functions
The note name of the selected string appears at the top of the
meter. (A guitar peg also appear at the right side of the screen.)
3 The guitar is tuned when the center of the meter is
highlighted. The tuning procedures are the same as
described above for the AUTO mode.
GUITAR (guitar tuner mode)
Change the setting for each string to be tuned.
1 Use the CURSOR ¶ key to select CALIB, and the
VALUE (+, –) keys to set the standard frequency of
middle A between 435 Hz and 445 Hz.
This setting affects all tuner modes.
2 Use the CURSOR § key to select NOTE, and use the
VALUE (+, –) keys to select the string that you are
tuning (1E, 2B, 3G, 4D, 5A, 6E).
OSC. (oscillator mode)
The built-in oscillator can output a sine wave of a pitch in the
three octaves between C4 and B6 through the PHONES and
LINE OUT jacks. The oscillator mode has the following four
setting items. Use the CURSOR (§, ¶) keys to select the items
and the VALUE (+, –) keys to change their settings.
NOTE
Set the output pitch (C4–B6).
OUT
Set whether or not the oscillator sound is output from the
PHONES and LINE OUT jacks. When ON, an image of a
vibrating pitchfork appears on screen.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Other functions
LEVEL
Adjust the output sound level between 0 and 100 with the
VALUE (–, +) keys.
CALIB
Set the standard frequency of middle A between 435 Hz and
445 Hz. This setting affects all tuner modes.
Using a footswitch
You can use a footswitch to control certain operations. A
footswitch can be set to control FLASH BACK, fast reverse or
fast forward, as well as to change the effect bank or turn the
effects ON and OFF.
Connecting a footswitch
Connect a TASCAM RC–30P or other momentar y footswitch
(non-latching) to the FOOT SW jack on the front of the unit.
After connection, press the MISC. key to open the SETUP &
MISC. screen and make settings as necessary.
Setting the function
Use the CURSOR (§, ¶) keys to select FOOT FUNC, and the
VALUE (+, –) keys to choose one of the following functions.
FLASH functions like the FLASH BACK key
REW functions the same as the µ/∆ key
FF functions the same as the ≤/˚ key
BANK changes the effect bank
EFFECT tur ns the effects ON and OFF
Setting the polarity
When using a footswitch other than a TASCAM RC-30P, the
polarity might need to be changed. Use the CURSOR (§, ¶)
keys to select the FOOT TYPE item and the VALUE (+, –)
keys to select NORMAL or INVERT according to the type of
footswitch used.
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Making various settings
You can change various settings to optimize the device for
your use environment and other requirements. All of the
following items are on the SETUP & MISC. screen.
Press the MISC. key to open the SETUP & MISC. screen.
Use the CURSOR (§, ¶) keys to select the desired item and
the VALUE (+, –) keys to set the value.
Mono monitoring
You can output a mono signal from the PHONES and LINE
OUT jacks.
Select one of the following MONO MONITOR settings.
OFF ordinary stereo monitoring (default setting)
L+R both channel signals are mixed and output in mono
L left channel signal is output on both channels
R right channel signal is output on both channels
Splitting the CD and guitar sounds
You can split the CD playback signal and guitar (or mic) signal
output through the PHONES and LINE OUT jacks so that only
the CD is on the left and only the guitar is on the right.
Turn the SPLIT CD/GUITAR setting ON to output the CD
playback signal to the L channel in mono and the GUITAR/
MIC IN signal to the R channel.
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NOTE
Making various settings
Setting the time display
You can set how the CD time is displayed.
Select one of the following TIME INFO settings.
ELAPSED elapsed time of current track
REMAIN remaining time of current track
TOTAL REMAIN remaining time of entire disc
The selected time display mode is shown on the TIME
DISPLAY screen.
Changing the display contrast
You can change the display contrast as needed to suit the
surrounding lighting and other conditions.
Set the CONTRAST between 1 and 10 with higher numbers
providing greater contrast.
Restoring all settings to their default values
Press and hold the µ and ≤ keys simultaneously as you
tur n the power ON to open the INITIALIZE screen at
startup.
Follow the instr uction on screen after startup, and press the
¥/π key to restore every effect parameter, playback setting
and other function to the default values set when the unit was
shipped from the factory.
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39.0 mm
138.0 mm
194.0 mm
Specifications
CD player
Compatible CD formats: CD-DA (audio CD), CD-TEXT
Compatible disc formats: 12cm/8cm CD, CD-R, CD-RW
A/D converter: 24-bit
D/A converter: 24-bit
Internal DSP calculations: 32-bit
Sampling frequency: 44.1 kHz
Quantization bit rate: 16-bit linear
Frequency characteristics: 20–20,000 Hz +0.5/–5 dB
S/N ratio: 85 dB
Dynamic range: 90 dB
Harmonic Distortion: 0.05% or less (200 Hz–20 kHz)
Channel separation: 80 dB
Audio input and output ratings
GUITAR/MIC IN jack
Connector: 6.3 mm (1/4˝) mono phone jack
Standard input levels: –15 dBV (GUITAR)
–40 dBV (MIC)
Maximum input levels: +6 dBV (GUITAR)
–19 dBV (MIC)
LINE OUT jack:
Connector: 3.5 mm (1/8˝) stereo minijack
Standard output level: –10 dBV
Maximum output level: +6 dBV
PHONES jack:
Connector: 3.5 mm (1/8˝) stereo minijack
Maximum output: 15 mW + 15 mW (into 32 Ø)
Other characteristics
Power: 4 AA batteries or
DC-5V (requires PS-P520 AC adapter sold separately)
Power consumption: 2.5 W (during AC adapter use)
Maximum external dimensions (width x height x depth):
194 (w) x 39 (h) x 138 (d) mm
7.6 (w) x 1.5 (h) x 5.4 (d) inches
Weight: 550 g (1.2 lbs) (not including batteries)
Accessories: Owner’s Manual, Troubleshooting
Guide, Warranty Card
Specifications and appearance may be changed without
•
notice for the purpose of product improvement.
Illustrations and other details in this Owner’s Manual may
•
differ from the actual product.
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Notes
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Effect preset lists
Guitar effects
Preset
number Preset Name
1 Dst+Flanger+Rev
2 Dst+Flanger+Dly
3 Dst+Phaser+Rev
4 Dst+Phaser+Dly
5 Dst+Exciter+Rev
6 Dst+Exciter+Dly
7 Dst+Chorus+Rev
8 Dst+Chorus+Dly
9 Dst+Tremolo+Rev
10 Dst+Tremolo+Dly
11 Dst+Vibrato+Rev
12 Dst+Vibrato+Dly
13 Dst+Autowah+Rev
14 Dst+Autowah+Dly
15 Dst+Pitch+Rev
16 Dst+Pitch+Dly
17 Dst+Reverb
18 Dst+Delay
19 Dstortion
20 O.D+Flanger+Rev
21 O.D+Flanger+Dly
22 O.D+Phaser+Rev
23 O.D+Phaser+Dly
24 O.D+Exciter+Rev
25 O.D+Exciter+Dly
26 O.D+Chorus+Rev
27 O.D+Chorus+Dly
28 O.D+Tremolo+Rev
Preset
number Preset Name
29 O.D+Tremolo+Dly
30 O.D+Vibrato+Rev
31 O.D+Vibrato+Dly
32 O.D+Autowah+Rev
33 O.D+Autowah+Dly
34 O.D+Pitch+Rev
35 O.D+Pitch+Dly
36 Overdrive+Rev
37 Overdrive+Dly
38 Overdrive
39 Cmp+Flanger+Rev
40 Cmp+Flanger+Dly
41 Cmp+Phaser+Rev
42 Cmp+Phaser+Dly
43 Cmp+Exciter+Rev
44 Cmp+Exciter+Dly
45 Cmp+Chorus+Rev
46 Cmp+Chorus+Dly
47 Cmp+Tremolo+Rev
48 Cmp+Tremolo+Dly
49 Cmp+Vibrato+Rev
50 Cmp+Vibrato+Dly
51 Cmp+Autowah+Rev
52 Cmp+Autowah+Dly
53 Cmp+Pitch+Rev
54 Cmp+Pitch+Dly
55 Compressor+Rev
56 Compressor+Dly
Preset
number Preset Name
57 Compressor
58 Flanger
59 Flanger+Delay
60 Flanger+Reverb
61 Phaser
62 Phaser+Delay
63 Phaser+Reverb
64 Exciter
65 Exciter+Delay
66 Exciter+Reverb
67 Chorus
68 Chorus+Delay
69 Chorus+Reverb
70 Tremolo
71 Tremolo+Delay
72 Tremolo+Reverb
73 Vibrato
74 Vibrato+Delay
75 Vibrato+Reverb
76 Autowah
77 Autowah+Delay
78 Autowah+Reverb
79 Pitch
80 Pitch+Delay
81 Pitch+Reverb
82 Reverb
83 Delay
Vocal effects
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Effects preset lists
Preset
number Name Effect
VOCAL_01 Chorister Layered vocal sound
created by detuning
VOCAL_02 Emphasis Brings out vocals that
are hard to hear
VOCAL_03 Shout Distortion for vocals 0—30
VOCAL_04 Mood Moody vocal sound 0—30
VOCAL_05 Echo 1 Echo sound with
compression for vocals
VOCAL_06 Echo 2 Echo sound with
vibrato for vocals
VOCAL_07 Quivering Adds vibrato to vocals 0—30
VOCAL_08 Duet Adds female or male
vocal harmony
VOCAL_09 Lo-Fi Adds a lo- sound to
vocals
VOCAL_10 Megaphone Makes vocals sound
like they are sung
through a megaphone
VOCAL_11 Screaming Flanger for vocals 0 —30
VOCAL_12 Panning Pan vocals left and
right
Parameter
range
0—20
0—20
0—20
0—99
–17—+17
0—12
0—99
0—30
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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Effect module parameter list
This table explains the features of all the effect modules that comprise the effect presets of this device. Some individual effects
have greater results when used in combination with other effect modules. If you are unable to achieve the sound you seek even
after experimenting with all the parameters of each module in an effect preset, try a different preset.
Module Effect Parameter Details Range
Distortion
(DST)
Heavily distorts the guitar sound, making it stand out
with thickness and sustain for a nice lead sound.
DIST
Adjusts the amount of distortion 0–30
TONE
Adjusts the tone 0–12
Overdrive
(OD)
Compressor
(CMP)
Flanger
(FLA)
Phaser
(PHA)
Exciter
(EXC)
Lightly distorts the guitar sound giving it the sound of
an overdriven amplier—great for creating a warm classic rock sound.
Compresses the guitar sound, giving it clarity and
sustain—good for creating appealing, clean sounds.
Gives the sound a moving modulation that can be
compared to the sound of a jet engine.
Gives the sound a rough modulation useful for creating
70s funk style sounds.
Adds high frequencies to the original sound to make
rich, shimmering tones that stand out.
DRIV
Adjusts the amount of overdrive 0–30
TONE
Adjusts the tone 0–12
COMP
Adjusts the amount of compression 0–30
TONE
Adjusts the tone 0–12
SPD
Adjusts the speed of modulation 0–30
MIX
Adjusts the amount of the effect 0–20
SPD
Adjusts the speed of modulation 0–30
MIX
Adjusts the amount of the effect 0–20
FREQ
Adjusts the added high frequencies 0–30
MIX
Adjusts the amount of the effect 0–20
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Effect module parameter list
Module Effect Parameter Details Range
Chorus
(CHO)
Adds a slightly detuned sound to create a wide, ensemble-like tone. This effect was popular in 70s hard rock
and fusion.
DPTH
Adjusts the modulation depth 0–30
Adjusts the amount of the effect 0–20
MIX
Tremolo
(TRM)
Vibrato
(VIB)
Autowah
(WAH)
Pitch Shifter
(PIT)
Reverb
(REV)
Delay
(DLY)
Creates a cyclical variation in the volume. A sound like
a rotary speaker can be achieved by combining it with
delay.
Creates a cyclical variation in the frequency for a regular pitch variation.
Creates a sound like a wah pedal that is great for funky
sounds. Vary your picking force when using this effect.
Changes the pitch of the input signal and can be used
to create a doubled lead sound, for example. Set PIT
between 6 and 17, or – 6 and –17, for semitone changes.
Creates reections, like the echoes in a stone church, to
give the sound greater width. Surf rock uses this effect
extensively.
Adds echoes to the sound. Adjust the TIME and turn the
MIX level up for a rockabilly sound.
SPD
Adjusts the speed of the effect. 0–30
MIX
Adjusts the amount of the effect 0–20
SPD
Adjusts the speed of the effect. 0–30
MIX
Adjusts the amount of the effect 0–20
SENS
Adjusts sensitivity to picking force 0–30
MIX
Adjusts the amount of the effect 0–20
PIT
Adjusts pitch in semitones (±6–17)
or in smaller intervals (–5 to +5)
MIX
Adjusts the amount of the effect 0–20
TIME
Adjusts the reverberation time 0–25
MIX
Adjusts the amount of the effect 0–20
TIME
Adjusts the delay time 0–99
MIX
Adjusts the amount of the effect 0–20
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