Tascam CD-RW900MKII User Manual

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Professional

CD-RW900

CD Rewritable Recorder

OWNER'S MANUAL

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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

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.

For Canada

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR

SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS

APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

For U.S.A.

This device complies with Part 15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and

2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

INFORMATION TO THE USER

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

CAUTION

Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by TEAC CORPORATION for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

IN USA/CANADA, USE ONLY ON 120 V SUPPLY.

THIS CLASS A DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES-003.

CET APPAREIL NUMERIQUE DE LA CLASSE A EST CONFORME A LA NORME NMB-003 DU CANADA.

CE Marking Information

a) Applicable electromagnetic environment: E4 b) The average half-cycle r.m.s. inrush current

1. On initial switch-on: 1.01 Arms

2. After a supply interruption of 5s: 1.61 Arms

For the customers in Europe

WARNING This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

Pour les utilisateurs en Europe

AVERTISSEMENT Il s'agit d'un produit de Classe A. Dans un environnement domestique, cet appareil peut provoquer des interférences radio, dans ce cas l'utilisateur peut être amené à prendre des mesures appropriées.

Für Kunden in Europa

Warnung Dies ist eine Einrichtung, welche die Funk-Entstörung nach Klasse A besitzt. Diese Einrichtung kann im Wohnbereich Funkstörungen versursachen; in diesem Fall kann vom Betrieber verlang werden, angemessene Maßnahmen durchzuführen und dafür aufzukommen.

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

We, TEAC EUROPE GmbH. Bahnstrasse 12, 65205 Wiesbaden-Erbenheim, Germany declare in own responsibility, the TEAC product described in this manual is in compliance with the corresponding technical standards.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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. Install in

accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,

heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliers) 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 t into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or

pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the

manufacturer.

12 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table

specied by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

• The apparatus draws nominal non-operating power from the AC outlet with its POWER or STANDBY/ON switch not in the ON position.

• The mains plug is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.

• Caution should be taken when using earphones or headphones with the product because excessive sound pressure (volume) from earphones or headphones can cause hearing loss.

• If you are experiencing problems with this product, contact TEAC for a service referral. Do not use the product until it has been repaired.

CAUTION

• Do not expose this apparatus to drips or splashes.

• Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

• Do not install this apparatus in a confined space such as a book case or similar unit.

• The apparatus should be located close enough to the AC outlet so that you can easily grasp the power cord plug at any time.

• If the product uses batteries (including a battery pack or installed batteries), they should not be exposed to sunshine, fire or excessive heat.

• CAUTION for products that use replaceable lithium batteries: there is danger of explosion if a battery is replaced with an incorrect type of battery. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

WARNING

• Products with Class ! construction are equipped with a power supply cord that has a grounding plug. The cord of such a product must be plugged into an AC outlet that has a protective grounding connection.

RACK-MOUNTING THE UNIT

Use the supplied rack-mounting kit to mount the unit in a standard 19-inch rack, as shown below.

Remove the feet of the unit before mounting.

13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or

when unused for long 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 apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

CAUTION

Leave 1U of space above the unit for ventilation.

•

Allow at least 10 cm (4 in) at the rear of the unit for

• ventilation.

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Safety Information

CAUTIONS ABOUT LASER RADIATION

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.

CERTIFICATION

THIS PRODUCT COMPLIES WITH 21 CFR

1040.10 AND 1040.11 EXCEPT FOR DEVIATIONS PURSUA NT TO LASER NOTICE NO.50, DATED JUNE 24, 2007.

MADE IN CHINA

For USA

CAUTIONS ABOUT BATTERIES

This product uses batteries. Misuse of batteries could cause a leak, rupture or other trouble. Always abide by the following precautions when using batteries.

Never recharge non-rechargeable batteries. The

• batteries could rupture or leak, causing fire or injury.

When installing batteries, pay attention to the

• polarity indications (plus/minus (+/–) orientation), and

install them correctly in the battery compartment as indicated. Putting them in backward could make the batteries rupture or leak, causing fire, injury or stains around them.

When you store or dispose batteries, isolate their terminals

• with insulation tape or something like that to prevent

them from contacting other batteries or metallic objects.

When throwing used batteries away, follow the

• disposal instructions indicated on the batteries and the

local disposal laws.

Do not use batteries other than those specified. Do not

• mix and use new and old batteries or different types of

batteries together. The batteries could rupture or leak, causing fire, injury or stains around them.

Cautions:

•

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 DEVELOPS TROUBLE, CONTACT

YOUR NEAREST QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL, AND DO NOT USE THE PRODUCT IN ITS DAMAGED STATE.

Optical pickup

Type: LO-DWH02

Manufacturer: Lite-space Technology Co., Ltd.

Laser output: Less than 131.9mW (CD) and 147.8mW

(DVD) on the objective lens

Wavelength: 785nm (CD) typical

661nm (DVD) typical

Standard: IEC6 0825-1: 2007

Do not carry or store batteries together with small

• metal objects. The batteries could short, causing leak,

rupture or other trouble.

Do not heat or disassemble batteries. Do not put them

• in fire or water. Batteries could rupture or leak, causing

fire, injury or stains around them.

If the battery fluid leaks, wipe away any fluid on

• the battery case before inserting new batteries. If

the batter y fluid gets in an eye, it could cause loss of eyesight. If fluid does enter an eye, wash it out thoroughly with clean water without rubbing the eye and then consult a doctor immediately. If the fluid gets on a person’s body or clothing, it could cause skin injuries or burns. If this should happen, wash it off with clean water and then consult a doctor immediately.

The unit power should be of f when you install and

• replace batteries.

Remove the batteries if you do not plan to use the unit

• for a long time. Batteries could rupture or leak, causing

fire, injury or stains around them. If the battery fluid leaks, wipe away any fluid on the battery compartment before inserting new batteries.

Do not disassemble a battery. The acid inside the

• battery could harm skin or clothing.

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For European Customers

Pb, Hg, Cd

Disposal of electrical and electronic equipment

(a) All electrical and electronic equipment should be

disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or the local authorities.

(b) By disposing of the electrical and electronic equipment

correctly, you will help save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment.

effects on the environment and human health as a result of the presence of hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment.

(d) The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates that

electrical and electronic equipment must be collected and disposed of separately from household waste.

(e) The return and collection systems are available to the

end users. For more detailed information about disposal of old electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your city office, waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the equipment.

Safety Information

Disposal of batteries and/or accumulators

(a) Waste batteries and/or accumulators should be disposed

of separately from the municipal waste stream via designated collection facilities appointed by the government or the local authorities.

(b) By disposing of waste batteries and/or accumulators

correctly, you will help save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment.

accumulators can have serious effects on the environment and human health as a result of the presence of hazardous substances in batteries and/or accumulators.

(d) The crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol indicates that

batteries and/or accumulators must be collected and disposed of separately from household waste.

If the battery or accumulator contains more than the

specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/ or cadmium (Cd) defined in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for lead (Pb), mercury (Hg) and/or cadmium (Cd) will be indicated beneath the crossed out wheeled dust bin symbol.

(e) The return and collection systems are available to the

end users. For more detailed information about disposal of waste batteries and/or accumulators, please contact your city office, waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased them.

For China

“仅适用于海拔2000m以下地区安全使用”

“仅适用于非熱帯气候条件下安全使用”

“環境保護使用年限”

产品有毒有害物质或元素的名称及含量

机种 : CD-RW900MKII 有毒有害物质或元素

品名

1 CHASSIS部份 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 2 FRONT PANEL部份 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 3 螺丝部份 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 4 线材部份 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 5 PCB Assy部份 × ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 6 DRIVE UNIT部份 × ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 7 电源部份 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 8 附属品部份 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 9 LABEL部份 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○

10 包装部份 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○

铅

(Pb)

汞

(Hg)

镉

(Cd)

六价铬

(Cr6+)

多溴联苯

(PBB)

多溴二苯醚

(PBDE)

○：表示该有毒有害物质在该部件所有均质材料中的含有量均在 SJ/T11363-2006 标准规定的限量要求以下。 ×：表示该有毒有害物质至少在该部件的某一均质材料中的含量超出 SJ/T11363-2006 标准规定的限量要求。

（针对现在代替技术困难的电子部品及合金中的铅)

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Contents

IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

1 − Introduction ......................................... 7

Supplied accessories ....................................... 7

About this manual .......................................... 7

Trademarks ...................................................... 7

About CD-R and CD-RW discs ........................ 8

About finalizing .............................................. 8

Recordable discs ....................................................8

Environmental considerations .......................9

Handling of compact discs ....................................9

Never use a stabilizer or printable discs ..............9

Beware of condensation .....................................10

Use of the remote control unit .................... 10

Batteries ...............................................................10

Inserting batteries ...................................................... 10

Connections ................................................... 10

2 − Features of the CD-RW900MKII ......... 11

Front panel .................................................... 11

Rear panel ...................................................... 12

Display ........................................................... 13

RC-RW900 Remote control unit ................... 14

3 − Menu operation ..................................15

Menu configuration ...................................... 15

Operation basics ........................................... 16

4 − Playback operations ............................17

Discs for playback ......................................... 17

Simple playback operations ......................... 17

Track selection ............................................... 17

Using the skip function ....................................... 17

Selecting by track number ..................................18

Track search ................................................... 18

Normal search ......................................................18

Direct search ........................................................18

Basic operation ........................................................... 18

Operation variations ...........................................18

Specifying a track number only .................... 18

Specifying to the minute ............................... 18

Playback modes ............................................. 19

Continuous playback ...........................................19

Single-track playback ..........................................19

Random playback ................................................19

Program playback ................................................19

Time display switching ................................. 20

Timer playback .............................................. 20

Repeat playback ............................................ 20

A to B repeat playback ................................. 21

Auto Cue function ......................................... 21

Auto Ready function ..................................... 21

Pitch control function ................................... 21

Key control function ..................................... 22

Playing back MP3 files .................................. 22

About MP3 track data .........................................23

Directory playback setting .................................23

MP3 action setting ..............................................23

Basic recording .............................................. 24

Time display while recording .............................25

Full disc .................................................................25

Advanced recording ...................................... 25

Fade-in and fade-out recording .........................25

Synchronized recording ......................................26

Sync recording .....................................................26

Automatic track division ............................... 27

To enable or disable automatic track division: ........ 27

Manually divide track..........................................27

Rec mute function ......................................... 27

Restricting the number of tracks ................. 27

6 − After recording................................... 28

Finalizing ........................................................ 28

Unfinalizing CD-RW discs ...................................28

Erasing ........................................................... 29

Erasing tracks .......................................................29

Erasing a whole disc ............................................29

Refreshing a disc ........................................... 29

7 − Titling .................................................. 30

Title input operation ..................................... 30

Disc title input ......................................................30

Track title input ....................................................30

Using a keyboard with the CD-RW900MKII 31

Keyboard type setting ........................................31

Title input by keyboard .......................................31

Other keyboard operations ................................31

8 − Reference and specifications ..............32

Error messages .............................................. 32

Messages during operations ........................ 32

Troublshooting .............................................. 33

Specifications ................................................ 34

Dimensional drawing.................................... 35

5 − Recording............................................ 24

Input selection ............................................... 24

Input monitoring .................................................24

Frequency conversion .........................................24

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Thank you for your purchase of the TASCAM CD-RW900MKII

NOTE

CD rewritable recorder.

Before connecting and using the unit, please take time to read this manual thoroughly to ensure you understand how to properly set up and connect the CD-RW900MKII, as well as the operation of its many useful and convenient functions. After you have finished reading this manual, please keep it in a safe place for future reference.

Supplied accessories

1 − Introduction

This product is designed to help you record and reproduce sound works to which you own the copyright, or where you have obtained permission from the copyright holder or the rightful licensor. Unless you own the copyright, or have obtained the appropriate permission from the copyright holder or the rightful licensor, your unauthorized recording, reproduction or distribution thereof may result in severe criminal penalties under copyright laws and international copyright treaties. If you are uncertain about your rights, contact your legal advisor. Under no circumstances will TEAC Corporation be responsible for the consequences of any illegal copying performed using the CD-RW900MKII.

In addition to this manual, the CD-RW900MKII has been packed with the following:

RC-RW900 remote control unit ................................ 1

•

AC power cable ......................................................... 1

•

A rack-mounting screw kit (screws and washers) ..... 1

•

AAA batteries for the remote control unit ................ 2

•

Owner’s Manual (this manual) .................................. 1

•

About this manual

In this manual, we use the following conventions:

The names of keys and controls are given in the follow-

•

ing typeface: ERASE. When the alphanumeric portion of the display shows

•

a message, this is shown in the following typeface:

Complete.

If a preset indicator in the display (i.e. one which cannot

•

change, but is either on or off) is shown, this is shown as follows: R ANDOM.

Selectable value (i.e. values of dB) or ON and OFF

•

selection (i.e. SRC>XXX) is shown in the following typface: XXX.

The warranty is included at the end of this manual.

Contact your TASCAM supplier if any of these items are missing.

Trademarks

TASCAM is a trademark of TEAC Corporation, regis-

•

tered in the U.S. and other countries. MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from

•

Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson. Other company names, product names and logos in this

•

document are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

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1 − Introduction

About CD-R and CD-RW discs

CD-R discs can be recorded once only. Once they have been used for recording, they cannot be erased or re-recorded. However, if space is available on the disc, additional material can be recorded. The pack-aging of CD-R discs will include one of the following logos:

By contrast, a CD-RW disc can be used in much the same way as a CD-R disc, but the last track or tracks recorded can be erased before the disc has been “finalized”, and the space on the disc can be re- used for other recordings. The packaging of CD-RW discs will include the logo one of the following logos:

High Speed

However, you should note that an audio CD created using a CD-RW disc may not play back satisfactorily on every audio CD player. It will, naturally, be playable on the CD-RW900MKII. This is in no way a limitation of the CD-RW900MKII itself, but of the difference between the different types of media and the methods used to read them.

There are precautions that you should take when handling CD-R and CD-RW discs.

Avoid touching the recording (non-label) side of a disc on

•

which you will be recording. Recording on a disc requires a cleaner surface than playing back, and fingerprints, grease, etc. can cause errors in the recording process.

CD-R and CD-RW discs are sensitive to the effects of

•

heat and ultraviolet rays. It is important that they are not stored in a location where direct sunlight will fall on them, and which is away from sources of heat such as radiators or heat-generating electrical devices.

Always store CD-R and CD-RW discs in their cases to

•

avoid dirt and dust accumulating on their surfaces. When labeling CD-R and CD-RW discs, always use a

•

soft oil-based felt-tipped pen to write the information. Never use a ball-point or hard-tipped pen, as this may cause damage to the recorded side.

Always keep the recording sides of the discs away from

•

grime and dust to avoid a reduction in sound quality. To clean a disc, wipe gently with a soft dry cloth from the center towards the outside edge. Do not use thinner, gasoline, benzene or LP cleaning f luid, as these will damage the disc and cause the disc unplayable.

Do not put labels or protective sheets on the discs and do

•

not use any protective coating spray. If you are in any doubt as to the care and handling of a

•

CD-R and CD-RW discs, read the precautions supplied with the disc, or contact the disc manufacturer directly.

About finalizing

Although audio data may be written on a CD-R or CD-RW disc, a standard CD player will not be able to read the data (i.e. play back the audio) until a final *TOC has been written at the start of the disc.

*TOC:Table of contents

Information of recorded data, which contains titles, starting and ending addresses, and etc..

The process of writing this table of contents is known as “finalizing”. Once this has been done, no further data can be written to the disc. See “Finalizing” on page 28 for details. In the case of a

Recordable discs

In this manual, we use the term “recordable” disc to describe a CD-R or CD-RW disc that has not been finalized, i.e. further recording is possible on the disc.

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CD-RW disc which has been finalized, the whole of the disc may be erased, or the disc may be “refreshed”, and the disc re-used.

In addition, a CD-RW disc that has been finalized may be “unfinalized”, i.e. only the TOC is removed. This allows further tracks to be recorded to the disc, provided that there is space on the disc.

NOTE

Environmental considerations

NOTE

1 − Introduction

The CD -RW900MKII may be used in most areas, but to maintain top performance, and prolong operating life, observe the following environmental conditions:

The nominal temperature should be between 5°C and

•

35°C (41°F and 95°F). Relative humidity should be 30 to 90 percent.

•

As the unit may become hot during operation, always

•

leave sufficient space above the unit for ventilation. Do not install this unit in a confined space such as a bookcase, and do not put anything on top of the unit.

Handling of compact discs

The CD -RW900MKII has been designed for the playback of CD-DA (standard audio) format discs and MP3 files recorded on the discs using the ISO9660 format: In addition to ordinary 5-inch and 3-inch CDs, it can also play properly recorded CD-R and CD-RW discs.

Always insert the compact discs into the unit with their

•

label facing upward. To remove a disc from its case, press down on the center

•

of the disc holder, then lift the disc out, holding it carefully by the edges.

Avoid installing this unit on top of any heat-generating

•

electrical device such as a power amplifier. Make sure that the unit is mounted in a level position for

•

correct operation.

The voltage supplied to the unit should match the voltage as printed on the rear panel. If you are in any doubt regarding this matter, consult an electrician.

benzene, 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

•

serious scratches that could cause the laser pickup to “skip.” Keep discs away from direct sunlight, and places of

•

high heat and humidity. If left in such places, warping could result.

Do not affix any labels or stickers to the label side of the

•

disc. Do not write on the disc with a ballpoint pen. Do not insert discs that have adhesive remaining from

•

tape 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.

•

Only use circular compact discs. Avoid using non-circu-

•

lar promotional, etc. discs.

Avoid getting fingerprints on the signal side (the non-

•

label 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,

•

Never use a stabilizer or printable discs

Using commercially available CD stabilizers or printable recordable discs with this player will damage the mechanism and cause it to malfunction.

Never use a disc that has had a stabilizer mounted to it. The residual adhesive may cause the disc to stick to the turntable of the CD-RW900MKII. If it sticks to the turntable, you will need a technician to get it out.

Music discs with copy control, a copy-protection

•

system, have been released from several record companies in an attempt to protect the copyright. Since some of these discs do not comply with the CD specifications, they may not be playable on the CD-RW900MKII.

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1 − Introduction

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

Use of the remote control unit

Do not expose the infra-red receiver (light receptive

•

area on the front panel) to direct sunlight or intense light for extended periods of time. Long exposure to this light may result in failure of the remote control sensor.

When the remote control will not be used over one

•

month, please remove the batteries to prevent the possibility of battery acid leakage which could damage the unit. Should leakage occur, remove and discard the batteries, and wipe the battery case thoroughly with a cloth. Avoid getting the battery liquid on the skin. After cleaning, replace with new batteries.

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 inserting new batteries into the remote control. Do not use old and new batteries together.

•

Even if the battery is the same size, the voltage may differ.

•

Do not use batteries of different specifications together. Do not attempt to recharge batteries that are non-

•

rechargeable. Do not open or disassemble batteries, throw them into a

•

fire or put them in water.

hours at the new room temperature before using.

The remote control functions by using an infrared light

•

signal. When using the unit to control the CD-RW900MKII, other devices that are turned on could be operated by its signal.

If the range of remote operation becomes smaller, or

•

commands do not always function properly, the batteries have become weak and should be replaced. Always replace both batteries with new batteries of the same type.

Point the remote control to the remote sensor on the

•

main unit. Do not obstruct the path between the remote control and the remote sensor.

Inserting batteries

1. Open the lid.

2. Confirm +/- polarity, and insert two AAA batteries.

3. Close the lid.

Connections

The following should be noted when you connect the unit to other equipment.

It is possible to connect the unit’s DIGITAL COAXIAL IN, DIGITAL OPTICAL IN and ANALOG UNBALANCED INs (L, R) to other equipment at the same time. However, the unit can receive signals from only one digital input at a time.

Currently selected input jack is shown on the display.

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Audio signals output from the unit are output from the analog ANALOG OUT jacks, as well as from the DIGITAL COAXIAL OUT jack and DIGITAL OPTICAL OUT connector simultaneously (but not from the digital out puts in stop mode).

Front panel

2 − Features of the CD-RW900MKII

POWER switch The power switch is used to switch

the unit on and off.

Disc tray Discs should be placed label side upwards

in the disc tray. When a disc is loaded into the unit, the display shows TOC Reading for a short period while the unit determines the contents of the disc.

MENU key Use this key to call up the menu options

(se e “Operation basics” on page 16).

OPEN/CLOSE key Use this key to eject the currently

loaded disc. The display shows Disc Eject.

REPEAT key Use this key to set the repeat playback

mode on and off.

ESCAPE key When in a menu mode, this key cancels

the menu item selected.

DISPLAY key Use this key to see the current disc title

when the disc is stopped. When the disc is playing or in ready mode, press this key to see the current track title.

TIME key Use this key to cycle through the time

modes shown on the display (see “Time display switching” on page 20).

REMOTE SENSOR This is the sensor for the remote

control unit. Make sure that there is a clear path from the remote control unit to the sensor.

Display The display is used to show the current status

of the unit, as well as the current menu settings.

TIMER switch (PLAY, OFF) Using this key switches

Timer play on and off. See “Timer playback” on page 20 for details.

INPUT (L,R) controls Use these concentric controls to

adjust the level of the analog audio signals received at the ANALOG IN jacks.

PHONES jack and the level control Use a standard

pair of stereo headphones, equipped with a 1/4-inch plug, with this jack.

Adjust the volume from the jack with the level control

(turn clockwise for higher volume).

MULTI JOG dial Use this dial to select tracks for play-

back, to set parameter values.

In addition, pushing the dial acts like an ENTER key, i.e.

the currently-displayed value or setting is confirmed.

FINALIZE/INS key Use this key to finalize recordable

discs (see “Finalizing” on page 28).

It also acts like a space key when entering TEXT data

(se e “Title input operation” on page 30).

ERASE/DEL key Use this key (with CD-RW discs

only) to erase tracks, or a whole disc, or to refresh a “bad” disc, or to unfinalize a finalized disc (see “Erasing” on page 29 for det ail s).

It also acts like a delete key when entering TEXT data

(se e “Title input operation” on page 30).

u ∆

When Directory search is on, and when stopped, using

This key also moves the cursor in the left direction

When Directory search is on, and when stopped, using

This key also moves the cursor in the right direction

key Use this key to operate review playback

(search) while in playback or ready modes.

this key selects the directory.

when entering TEXT data.

˚/¥

STOP key Use this key to stop playback or recording.

PLAY key Use this key to start or resume playback

PAUSE key Use this key to standby for playback

RECORD key Use this key to enter record ready mode

key Use this key to operate cue playback

(search) while in playback or ready modes.

this key selects the directory.

when entering TEXT data.

or recording.

(se e “Basic recording” on page 24 for details) and also to enter manual track divisions (see “Manually divide track” on page 27).

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2 − Features of the CD-RW900MKII

SYNC REC key Use this key to turn synchronized

recording on and off before starting to record (see “Synchronized recording” on page 26 for detai ls).

INPUT SELECT Use this key to select the different

audio inputs and the input combinations (see “Input selection” on page 24 for full details).

Rear panel

KEYBOARD jack An IBM PC-compatible keyboard

with PS/2 interface can be connected to this terminal to enable certain operations of the CD-RW900MKII with the keyboard. Title input operations, in particular, can be performed with greater efficiency.

h ANALOG IN (UNBALANCED) (L, R) These RCA

jacks accept analog audio signals from suitablyequipped units (

j ANALOG OUT (UNBALANCED) (L, R) These RCA

jacks output analog audio signals (at –10 dBV levels) to suitably-equipped units.

k DIGITAL COAXIAL (IN, OUT) These two RCA jacks

accept and output digital audio in standard consumer format (SPDIF).

l DIGITAL OPTICAL (IN, OUT) These two TOSLINK

optical connectors accept and output digital audio using optical fiber connectors.

;

AC IN jack Connects the power cable supplied.

at –

10 d BV ).

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Display

2 − Features of the CD-RW900MKII

This display shows various types of operation information, including CD disc information, deck operation modes, and menu status.

z TOC The TOC indicator lights up red when a loaded disc

contains TOC (Table of Contents) data.

x Track number display During playback or selection,

the track number is displayed.

When Incremental playback is on, and when in play-

back or playback ready mode, the TRACK indicator blinks.

c MP3 The MP3 indicator lights when a MP3 disc is in

the deck.

v Counter display Depending on the time display mode,

TOTA L or REMAIN are lit. The counter display indication

are in minutes (three digits) and seconds (two digits).

b KEY The KEY indicator lights when Key Control is on.

n PITCH The PITCH indicator lights when Pitch Control is on.

m A.CUE The A.CUE indicator lights when Auto Cue is on.

, A.READY The A.READY indicator lights when Auto

Ready is on.

. A. TRACK The A.TRAC K indicator lights when the Auto

Track is on.

/ Meter This displays the playback level, as well as the

input level of the source device.

! A-B The A-B indicator lights when the A-B repeat func-

tion is on.

Also, this f lashes until a “B-point” is entered.

@ REPEAT The REPEAT indicator lights when the Repeat

function is on.

% OPTICAL The OPTICAL indicator lights when the input

source is set to optical.

^ COAXIAL The COAXIAL indicator lights when the input

source is set to coaxial.

& ANALOG The ANALOG indicator lights up when the input

source is set to analog.

* SINGLE The SINGLE indicator lights when Single

Playback mode is set.

( RANDOM This RANDOM indicator lights when Random

Playback mode is set.

) PROGRAM The PROGRAM indicator lights when

Program Playback mode is set.

Q ¥ This lights during playback, and also blinks during

Auto Cue point search.

W π This lights during playback or recording standby mode.

E DISC, GROUP, TRACK display The DISC indicator

lights up when a disc loaded and is stopped.

The GROUP indicator lights up when MP3 Directory

playback mode is on.

The TRACK indicator lights up during playback or record-

ing , also during playback or recording standby mode.

R Character display Disc information, track informa-

tion, menu, message, time, and operation status are displayed here.

T This lights when the Timer Play function is on.

Y CAPS The CAPS indicator lights during title input to

indicate CAPS mode is on. In lower case letter mode, there is no indication.

# SYNC The SYNC indicator lights up when SYNC is on.

$ REC When the SRC function is on, this lights during

recording, or in recording standby mode.

When the SRC function is off, this f lashes during

recording, or in recording standby mode.

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2 − Features of the CD-RW900MKII

RC-RW900 Remote control unit

SYNC REC key Use this key to turn synchronized

recording on and off (see “Synchronized recording” on page 26 for details).

SEARCH keys (

playback position inside a track.

STOP key Use this key to stop playback or recording.

PAUSE key Use this key to standby for playback

or recording.

OPEN/CLOSE key Opens and close the disc tray.

CLEAR key Clears a mistaken entry made with the

number keys.

In the program mode, pressing this key cancels the

program entered at the last.

It also acts like the ESCAPE key in the Menu mode.

ENTER key Pressing this key is equivalent to pressing

the MULTI JOG dial to confirm an entry.

MENU key Switches the menu mode on or off.

PLAY MODE key Use this key to choose between the

different playback modes (single play, continue play, etc.).

ERASE key Erases tracks (CD-RW discs only), or a

whole disc, or to refresh a “bad” disc, or to unfinalize a finalized disc (see “Erasing” on page 29 for det ails).

∆/˚

) Use these keys to move the

DISPLAY key Press this key to see the current disc

title when the disc is stopped, or the current track title while in playback or ready mode.

When entering TEXT data, using this key switches the

text characters.

TIME key Press this key to cycle through the time

display modes.

Number keys (0 through 9) Use these keys for direct

entry of track numbers when playing back, or making a programmed play list.

REPEAT key Changes between the various repeat

modes when playing back (see “Repeat playback” on page 20).

A-B key Sets the A to B repeat points and playback

mode (see “A to B repeat playback” on page 21).

DIRECTORY key Use this key to switch MP3 file

directory playback on and off.

PITCH key Switches pitch control on and off.

FINALIZE key Finalizes recordable discs. See

“Finalizing” on page 28 for details.

REC MUTE key Use this key when recording, to mute

the input signal for about four seconds and then to enter record ready mode (see “Rec mute function” on page 27).

SKIP (Â/¯) keys Use these keys to move

between tracks when playing back (equivalent to rotating the MULTI JOG dial).

PLAY key Use this key to start playback, or enter

record mode from record ready mode.

FADER key Use this key to start fade-in recordings

or to start a fade-out when recording (see “Fade-in and fade-out recording” on page 25 for de tails).

RECORD key Use this key to enter record ready mode.

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3 − Menu operation

The various settings and editing operations possible with the CD -RW900MKII are performed through menu options shown on the display. Among the many menu setting options, some may be made directly using the keys on the remote control.

Menu configuration

The menus are configured as shown below. Please see the reference page for more details of each menu.

Menu option Sub-Menu option Function Reference page

PL AY PLAY MODE Playback mode settings P19 (“Playback modes”)

PITCH Pitch control mode on/off P21 (“Pitch control function”)

PITCH CONT Pitch control setting P21 (“Pitch control function”)

PITCH STEP Pitch control variable pitch setting P21 (“Pitch control function”)

KEY Key control mode on/off P22 (“Key control function”)

KEY LEVEL Key control level setting P22 (“Key control function”)

DIRECTORY MP3 disc directory mode on/off P22 (“Playing back MP3 files”)

MP3 ACTION MP3 disc playback error setting P23 (“MP3 action settings“)

READ SPEED data reading speed setting P17 (“Simple playback operations“)

A_READY Auto ready on/off P21 (“Auto Ready function“)

A_CUE Auto cue on/off P21 (“Auto Cue function”)

A_CUE LEVEL Auto Cue level setting P21 (“Auto Cue function”)

REC VOLUME Input level setting P24 (“Input selection”)

FADE IN Fade-in time setting P25 (“Fade-in and fade-out recording”)

FADE OUT Fade-out time setting P25 (“Fade-in and fade-out recording”)

SRC Sampling rate converter on/off P24 (“Frequency conversion”)

SYNC LEVEL Sync recording operating level P26 (“Sync recording”)

A_TRK Auto track on/off P27 (“Automatic track division”)

A_TRK LEVEL Auto track operating level P27 (“Automatic track division”)

A_TRK TIME Auto track operating time P27 (“Automatic track division”)

TEXT TEXT EDIT Text setting P30 (“Title input operation”)

SYSTEM KEYBOARD setting for keyboard type P31 (“Keyboard type setting”)

PLAY TIME Display total playing time P17 (“Simple playback operations”)

REC TIME Display total recording time P25 (“Basic recording”)

IR REMOTE Remote control setting P16 (“Operation basics”)

F_PRESET Reset to the factory setting P16 (“Operation basics”)

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3 − Menu operation

NOTE

Operation basics

1. Select the desired menu option.

Press the

key on the front panel or remote control to call up the desired menu. The menu option PLAY will be shown on the display at first.

Front panel operation:

Rotate the

MULTI JOG

dial to select the desired menu option, then push the dial to confirm.

Remote control operation:

Use the

SKIP

key to cycle through the different menu options, then press the

ENTER

key to confirm.

The sub-menu option screen of the selected menu

will be displayed.

If the PLAY menu option is selected, the sub-menu

option shows up like this:

3. Setting the desired menu item or value.

Front panel operation:

Use the

MULTI JOG

dial to select the desired menu item or value. Pushing the dial enters and exits menu mode.

Remote control operation:

Pressing the

ENTER

key confirms and exits menu

Use the

SKIP

key.

mode.

Some menu options exist for conﬁrmation purposes only, and the setting cannot be changed.

4. How to exit menu mode after setting (or confirmation), during menu option display.

Front panel operation:

MULTI JOG

dial, you can use the

As well as pushing the

key to exit

menu mode.

Remote control operation:

Press the

ENTER

key to

exit menu mode.

The selected menu mode remains after power is turned off, except the TEXT menu.

Return to the menu option selection screen, press the ESCAPE key on the front panel or the CLEAR key on the remote control.

2. Select the desired sub-menu.

Front panel operation:

Rotate the

MULTI JOG

dial to select the desired sub-menu, then push the dial to enter the selection.

Remote control operation:

select, then press the

ENTER

Use the

key.

SKIP

key to

The menu item screen of the selected sub-menu will

appear. If the sub-menu PLAY MODE is selected, the menu item shows up like this:

To return to the sub-menu option selection screen, press the ESCAPE key on the front panel or the CLEAR key on the remote control.

To reset all the settings and return to the factory setting, use the F_PRESET sub-menu in the SYSTEM menu option. It should only be used when a disc is not loaded.

When IR REMOTE is set to Disable, some functions can not be operated using the remote control. On the other hand, set to Enable allows any operation using the remote control.

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4 − Playback operations

WARNING

NOTE

The CD -RW900MKII can be used to play back CDs (including CD-R and CD-RW discs that have been recorded and finalized on other types of recorder), as well as CD-R discs and CD-RW discs that have been recorded on the unit.

Discs for playback

The CD discs in the CD-RW900MKII can play back the types of discs listed below.

Commercial pre-recorded CDs recorded in CD-DA

•

format. CD-R and CD-RW discs that have been recorded in

•

CD-DA format and finalized properly.

Simple playback operations

If you are monitoring using headphones, ﬁrst adjust the level control to low on the unit, then connect to the PHONES jack before playing back. This will prevent any possible damage to your hearing.

The explanation in this manual will assume the user is starting from the normal Continuous mode.

Audio files in MP3 format on CD-ROM, CD-R and CD-RW are also playable on the unit.

MP3 files recorded in ISO9660 level 1 and level 2

•

format on CD-R and CD-RW discs, and properly finalized. MP3 files that are recorded to a disc with Joliet format extensions are also playable.

The CD -RW900MKII also shows one of the following:

TOC A disc finalized MP3 A disc contains MP3 files

4. Press the PL AY key to start playback.

Adjust the connected monitor system, or the level

control for the PHONES on the unit to set the listening level you desire.

1. Press the POWER switch to turn on the unit.

2. Press the The display shows

OPEN/CLOSE

Open

key to open the disc tray. . Insert a disc in the tray

with the label side up.

3. Press the display shows unit, then

OPEN/CLOSE

Clos e

when a disc is loaded into the

TOC Reading

key to close the tray. The

will appear, with the peri-

od flashing.

When the TOC has been read, the display shows the number of tracks and total running time of the disc.

Disc type

Total running timeTotal number of tracks

Track selection

Using the skip function

If a disc has scratch or grime, it could cause the laser pickup to “skip.” In this case, set the READ SPEED submenu in the PLAY menu option to “High“ (see “Operation basics” on page 16). This may resolve the problem, however, the unit’s running sound may become louder.

5. To stop playback, press the STOP key.

To temporarily stop playback and enter playback

standby mode, press the PAUSE key. To resume playback, press the PLAY key again.

To conﬁrm the total playing time, use the PLAY TIME option in the SYSTEM sub-menu (see “Operation basics” on page 16)

Skipping track numbers backward or forward.

1. Select desired tracks for playback with the MULT I

Or, press the SKIP key on the remote control.

JOG dial on the front panel. Turning clockwise skips the track number backward and counterclockwise skips forward.

Pressing ward and

key skips the track number back-

key skips forward.

2. Press the PL AY key to start playback.

Or, press the PAUSE key to cue the track and enter

playback standby mode after moving to the head of the selected track. To start playback, press the PL AY key.

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4 − Playback operations

NOTE

Selecting by track number

Using the number keys on the remote control, the number of the desired track can be entered directory. Even numbers with two or three digits can be entered easily. For example:

Track 9: press ‘9’ and 009 will be displayed. Track 12: press ‘1’ and ‘2’ and 012 will be displayed. Track 103: press ‘1’ and ‘0’ and ‘3’ and 103 will be displayed.

Track search

Normal search

Press the ∆/˚ search key continuously on the front panel, or the SEARCH ∆/˚ key on the remote control. To stop the

search function, simply release the ∆/˚ or the SEARCH ke y.

Direct search

By specifying time from the start of a certain track, you can start playback from a specified point of a specified track.

Basic operation

During stop, play or playback standby modes, use the number keys on the remote control to input the three-digit track number (such as 002 for track 2), then the desired elapsed time (***min **sec) from the start of that track.

Example: To specify 1 min 30 sec from the start of track 2, input “002 001 30”.

During input, the counter in the display will flash.

After input, press the PL AY key to start playback. Or, the

PAUSE key to cue the track at its head position and enter play-

back standby mode.

You can also enter the track number and start playback by pushing the MULTI JOG dial or using the ENTER key.

This function cannot be used in Program or Random mode.

The search function does not operate with MP3 discs.

Regardless of the time display mode (see “Time display switching on page 20), the time from the start of the speciﬁed track is displayed.

Pressing the CLEAR key cancels the input at any stage during input.

During stop or playback modes, when the final digit is entered, the desired position is automatically located and playback will begin from the desired point. During playback standby mode, at the desired point the unit will enter playback standby mode.

Operation variations

Even if the final “seconds” time value is not input, playback will begin from the selected “minutes” time after pressing the

ENTER or PL AY key. Or, if you press the PAUSE key, the unit

will enter the playback standby mode at the selected point.

Specifying a track number only

After inputting the track number, press the ENTER or PL AY key to begin playback of that track, or the PAUSE key to cue the track and enter playback standby mode.

Instead of inputting the three-digit track number, you can input only the desired track number.

Example: To specify track 3, input only “3”.

If a point which does not exist is entered, Direct Search time entry mode will be cancelled.

The direct search function cannot be used in program or random mode.

For MP3 discs, time cannot be speciﬁed within a track. However, if you input the three-digit track number, playback will begin from the start of that track.

Specifying to the minute

After inputting the three-digit track number and the number of minutes after the start of the track, press the ENTER or PLAY key

to begin playback of that track, or the PAUSE key to cue the track and enter playback standby mode.

Example: To specify 1 min 00 sec from the start of track 2, input “002 001”

Following the above example, if “0021” is input, the same position will be located.

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Playback modes

NOTE

4 − Playback operations

There are four different playback modes. The selected mode will be indicated on the left of the display.

Continuous playback mode (default setting): no indica-

•

tion lamp Single playback mode: SINGLE is lit

•

Program playback mode: PROGRAM red lamp is lit

•

Random playback mode: RANDOM red lamp is lit

•

The playback mode can be selected using the PLAY M ODE key on the remote control unit. Pressing the key changes the playback

mode on the display in the following order:

Continue®Single®Program®Random

You can also select the playback mode using the PLAY MODE option in the PLAY sub-menu (see “Operation basics” on page

16). Turning the MULTI JOG dial clockwise changes the play-

back mode shown on the display in the following order:

Continuous playback

Programing is cancelled, and playback continues in the normal order.

1. When stopped, set the mode to display Continue or

Mode>Cont .

Mode>Cont®Mode>Single®Mode>Program®Mode>Random

Pressing the MENU key or pushing the MULTI JOG dial returns to normal mode from the menu mode.

While the mode can be changed from any playback mode, the explanation in this manual will assume the user is starting from the Continuous mode.

The selected playback mode remains after power is turned off. However, the program playback mode will be cleared to “Continuous” mode when the power is turned off.

2. Press the PL AY key to begin playback in order of the track number.

Single-track playback

This function enables playback of just a single track.

1. When stopped, set the mode to display Single or

Mode>Single.

2. Use the SKIP key or the number keys (0~9) on the

Random playback

In this mode, the unit will play back all the tracks on the disc in completely random order, regardless of track number.

When stopped, set the mode to display Program or Mode>Random. Press the PL AY key and random playback will begin.

Program playback

This function enables playback of selected tracks in any desired order. Up to 99 tracks can be selected for program playback.

1. When stopped, set the mode to display Program or

Mode>Program.

2. Use the number keys (0~9) on the remote control unit to select each desired track for program playback, then press the ENTER key.

You can also rotate the MULTI JOG dial to select the

track number and push to enter.

The track number will be entered into the program.

remote control to select the desired track. The

MULTI JOG dial can be used to select the track also.

3. Press the PL AY key to begin playback.

After the selected track finishes, playback stops.

Even when the power is turned off, the unit will remain in Random mode.

Repeat the above step 2 until the desired program is completed. As the program is being created, the program number and total program playing time is revised on the display.

If the CLEAR key is pressed, the programmed track will be deleted from the last.

3. When program setting is completed, press the

PL AY key to begin playback of the tracks in the

programmed order.

If the STOP key is pressed without ﬁrst pressing the PLAY key, all the program data will be erased.

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4 − Playback operations

NOTE

When stopped, if the playback mode is switched to another, all the program data will be erased.

The programmed play order is not memorized when power is turned off.

In this mode, if there are no tracks programed, the CD-RW900MKII will not start playback.

Time display switching

When the TIME key on the front panel or the remote control is pressed, the time display will switch through several modes on the displ ay.

Elapsed track time (no display light indication)

•

Remaining track time (REMAIN is lit in the display)

•

Elapsed disc time (TOTAL is lit in the display)

•

Remaining disc time (T OTAL and REMAIN are lit in the display)

•

When stopped, the total recording time is shown, regardless of the status of the TO TAL and REMAIN indicators.

Timer playback

If an attempt is made to enter more than 100 program steps, the message PGM Full! appears on the display.

If the total program playing time exceeds 999 min 59 sec, --- : -- appears on the display.

In program mode, pressing the TIME key displays the elapsed and the remaining time of the whole program.

When playing an MP3 disc, elapsed track time is always displayed, and the TIME key cannot be used.

For details on time display during recording, please refer to “Time display while recording” on page 25.

Even when power is turned off, the time display mode setting is retained.

By using an external timer, you can set the CD-RW900MKII to play the loaded disc automatically when the unit is turned on by the ti mer.

1. First, plug the power cord of the CD-RW900MKII into the power outlet of the timer.

2. Load a disc into the unit.

3. Switch the TIMER switch on PLAY to enable timer function on for the desired deck.

When Timer playback has been turned on, the

timer icon lights up in the display.

Timer indicator

Repeat playback

1. Press the REPEAT key to turn on the repeat mode.

In this mode, all the tracks on the disc are played

continuously. The display shows Repeat ON and the indicator lights up REP EAT.

The indicator ﬂashes when a disc is not loaded into the unit.

4. Set the timer to the desired time. Consult the timer’s operation manual for details. At the set time, the power to the CD-RW900MKII will be turned on, and playback will automatically begin.

2. Press the REPEAT key again to turn off repeat mode. Repeat OFF appears then the REPEAT indicator turns off.

During playback, if the repeat mode is turned on,

playback continues as before, and when the last track finishes, playback resumes from the first track.

If the repeat mode is turned on when the deck is

stopped, press the P L AY key to begin operation.

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Combining the repeat mode with the program, Single-track playback and Random playback functions will enable Program repeat, Single-track repeat and Random repeat operations, respectively.

Settings for the repeat playback mode remain after power is turned off, except the speciﬁed A-B section (see “A to B repeat playback” on page 21).

4 − Playback operations

NOTE

A to B repeat playback

If a specif ic portion between two points on the disc is specified, that portion can be played back repeatedly.

1. During playback, press the A-B key on the remote control at the beginning of the desired portion on the disc.

The REP EAT indicator lights up in the display and the

A- indicator will flash.

2. At the end of the desired portion on the disc, press the A-B key again.

Then, the REPEAT and A-B indicators light up in the

display, and the desired A-B section will be played back repeatedly.

Auto Cue function

You can also operate this function during playback standby.

3. To cancel the A-B repeat mode and resume normal playback, press the A-B key once again.

The REP EAT and A-B indicators will turn off.

A-B repeat cannot be used when the speciﬁed A-B section spans more than one track, and cannot be used with MP3 discs.

When the STOP key is pressed, the speciﬁed A-B section is cancelled.

Using the auto cue function, you can select a cue point where sound begins (not where a track begins) within a track.

Turn the auto cue function on and use the A_CUE LEVEL submenu option (see “Operation basics” on page 16) to set the sound detection level (-24, -30, -36, -42, -48, -54, -60, -66 and -72 dB).

Then, select a track and press the PLAY key. The unit enters playback ready mode.

Auto Ready function

This function allows the playing back a single track, and the automatic cuing of the next track ready for playback.

Use the A_READY sub-menu option to turn the function on or off. When on, the A.READY indicator lights up on the display.

Combined with Auto Cue function, the unit enters playback

Pitch control function

When playing back an audio CD, the pitch (or speed) of the playback can be varied. Pitch can be varied +/- 16%.

1. When stopped, press the PITCH key on the remote control to turn on the Pitch control function.

Or, use the PITCH option in the PLAY sub-menu

(refer to “Operation basics” on page 16).

The current pitch value appears on the display for

seconds and the PITCH indicator will light up.

2. Press the MENU key and select the PITCH CONT option in the PLAY sub-menu to set the desired value and push the MULTI JOG dial to enter.

When the PL AY key is pressed again, playback begins at exactly the cue point.

While the auto function is on, the A .CUE indicator lights up on the dis pl ay.

ready mode at the point where the sound detection level is set in A_CUE LEVEL sub-menu option of the next track.

3. Press the MENU key or push the MULTI JOG dial to enter and return to normal mode.

During playback, the pitch control playback can

be disabled temporarily. Press the PITCH key on the remote control or use the PITCH option in the PLAY sub-menu to turn the function off.

Pitch>OFF appears on the display and the pitch

control playback will be off temporarily, until the function is re-set again.

To resume the pitch control playback, press the

PITCH key again or use the PITCH option.

Pitch>XXX will appear on the display.

Then, rotate the MULTI JOG dial to set the desired value.

Use the PITCH STEP option in the PLAY sub-menu to adjust the pitch value steps from 0.1% to 1.0% in 0.1% increments (default: 0.1%).

When turning the pitch control on and off during playback, sound output is cut for a short instant.

Pitch control cannot be used with MP3 discs.

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4 − Playback operations

NOTE

Key control function

The key of the music can be changed during stop, playback or playback standby modes. However, please note that this feature does not work with MP3 discs.

1. Press the MENU key to select the KEY option in the PLAY sub-menu (see “Operation basics” on page

16) to enter the function.

Or, press the KEY key on the remote control to set

the function on.

The KEY indicator will light up.

2. Use the KEY LEVEL option in the PLAY sub-menu to adjust the playback key level.

The playback key can be raised or lowered 1/2

octave in half-tone increments. Selection values: 0 (no change), â1 to â6, ã1 to ã6.

3. Rotate the MULTI JOG dial to select the desired key level and push to enter.

In this condition, when a CD is played back, the key of the music is changed while the speed of the music remains the same.

Even when the power is turned off, the key change setting is retained.

When the Key control function is on, even if the Pitch control function is used to change the playback speed, the key of playback will remain ﬁxed at the preset key {even if the key level is 0 (zero)}, the Key control function can be turned on.

When using the key control function, the volume of the playback sound may occasionally sound like it is vibrating. This is a result of the key control algorithm working on the CD playback sound and is normal.

Playing back MP3 files

MP3 files recorded onto a CD are handled the same way as files are handled in an ordinary PC, with some MP3 f iles held within a directory. In addition, several directories can be combined into one directory. This results in multiple layers of directories and files.

When the Director y mode is on, only those files within a selected directory are available for playback.

When the directory mode is off, the directory configuration is ignored, and all MP3 files recorded on the disc are available for playback. Please note that Program playback and Repeat playback only function within directories.

Each MP3 ﬁle is handled as a track.

Directories that do not contain MP3 ﬁles directly under them cannot be selected for playback. For example, in the diagram below, under directory A are directory B and directory C. If there are MP3 ﬁles in both directories B and C, directory A cannot be selected for playback, but directory B and C can be selected for playback.

The CD -RW900MKII can play back MP3 files recorded in formats that conform to ISO9660 level 1, level 2, and the Joliet extensions. Discs recorded in multiple sessions may also be played back.

CDs containing MP3s to be played by the CD-RW900MKII, have their contents must be within the following maximum limits:

Number of directories: 255 Number of hierarchical structures: 8 Number of MP3 f iles: 999 Title size of MP3 files and directories: 255

MP3 les are played in the following order

Disc

About MP3 track data

During playback, titles are displayed in the following order of priority:

ID3v2 > ID3v1 > file title

When stopped, the f ile title is displayed.

Directory playback setting

4 − Playback operations

1. Press the DIRECTORY key on the remote control.

Or, use the DIRECTORY option in the PLAY sub-

menu to turn this mode on or off (see “Operation basics” on page 16).

Pressing the MENU key or pushing the MULTI JOG

dial exits to normal mode.

All MP3 ﬁles in a disc can be played back when directory playback mode is off. The indicator MP3 lights up and only the total number of track will be shown.

Total number of tracks

2. When stopped, use the MULTI JOG dial or SKIP key to select desired directory for playback.

MP3 action setting

You can choose whether the unit continues playback or stop when MP3 playback fails (Decode Err!).

Select “MP3 ACTION?” sub-menu on the PLAY option. Select “Skip” or “Stop.”

Skip

When MP3 playback fails, the unit skips the current track and advances to the next track. Playback will stop if the cur rent track is the last track (i.e., if the repeat function is off and the current track is the last track on the disc or in the program). The display shows Decode Err!.

3. Press the PL AY key to start playback in the directory.

Program or Repeat playback can be operated in the

selected directory also.

MP3 ﬁle formatted at 44,1 kHz sampling rate and 128 kbps or higher are required, otherwise, that MP3 ﬁle cannot be played back.

Stop

When MP3 playback fails, the unit stops playback. The display shows Decode Err!.

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5 − Recording

NOTE

Before you start recording using the CD-RW900MKII, make sure that you understand the following key points:

Once you have recorded on a CD-R disc, the data cannot

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be erased from it.

Input selection

To select the input to be recorded, press the INPUT SELECT key on the main unit.

Repeated presses of the key cycle through the following options:

ANALOG

OPTICAL

COAXIAL

In the case of either the coaxial or optical inputs being selected, the indicator COAXIAL or OPTICAL lights up.

If the analog signal is selected, the ANALOG indicator lights on the right of the screen.

Analog recording level:

The level of the analog signals received at the ANALOG IN jacks are controlled with the INPUT controls.

When recording analog signals, set the digital volume to 0 dB.

Analog

Optical digital in

Coaxial digital in

You can add tracks to an unfinalized recordable disc.

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Once finalized, a CD-R disc is “fixed” and behaves in the same way as a pre-recorded disc. Finalized CD-RW discs, however, can be erased, refreshed and re-recorded.

Digital recording level:

The level of the digital signal may be controlled using the digital volume menu, as described below.

1. Call up the VOLUME option in the REC sub-menu (see “Operation basics” on page 16).

Push the MULTI JOG dial to enter the function on.

2. Rotate the MULTI JOG dial to adjust the input volume between -54dB and +18 dB (relative to the original input level).

There is also a -‹ setting which represents a complete

signal cut. The display shows Vol> ---dB for the

-‹ setting.

3. Press the MENU key or push the MULTI JOG dial to enter the setting and return to normal mode.

Input monitoring

When the unit is in record ready, or record mode, the input signal is output from the OUT jacks (digital and analog), allowing you

to hear the input signal.

Press the RECORD key on the front panel or the remote control when a recordable disc is not inserted.

Frequency conversion

The sampling frequency for CDs is 44.1 kHz. The CD -RW900MKII will always record (and play back) CDs at this frequency.

However, if recording through a digital connection (coaxial or optical) and the source has been recorded at a frequency other than 44.1 kHz, or is being played back at a non-standard speed using a varispeed unit (more than 1% away from the standard), the CD -RW900MKII’s internal frequency converter: SRC (Sampling Rate Convertor) will automatically convert the incoming frequency to 44.1 kHz.

Basic recording

The word Monitor appears on the display to show that the output signal is an echo of the input signal(s).

Exit the monitor mode by using the STOP ke y.

To enable the SRC

Press the MENU key and select the SRC? option in the REC submenu (see “Operation basics” on page 16). Rotate the M ULTI

JOG dial to select ON. Press the MENU key or push the M U LTI JOG dial to enter.

When the SRC function is off, and a digital signal is received, the display shows the REC indicator ﬂashing while recording or when in recording standby mode.

The digital signals other than 44.1kHz cannot be recorded when SRC is off. The error message Not

F s 4 4 .1 k! will appear on the display.

1. Load a recordable disc into the unit. As the disc loaded, the display shows TOC Reading, with the period flashing.

2. Press the INPUT SELECT key to select a recording source (see “Input selection” on page 24).

If a digital source is selected, and the connec-

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tion or the signal are improper, the error message

D-IN UNLOCK! will appear on the display.

3. Press the RECORD key. The unit enters record ready mode, as shown by the REC and READY indicators on the display.

NOTE

As the unit enters record ready mode, the display

NOTE

shows Now OPC (Optimum Power Control) occasion- ally, as the unit prepares to record on the disc.

To adjust the level of the source, following the

guidelines in “Input selection” on page 24.

The red “OVER” indicators on the meters should never light. Unlike analog equipment, digital audio units pro-duce extremely unpleasant sounds when distorted, and there is no “headroom” after the 0 mark. If recording digitally from a commercially-produced CD, the volume set in the menu should be 0 dB. This will maintain all the dynamic range of the source CD without clipping. Only boost the signal if the source is exceptionally quiet.

An analog signal input at nominal level, with no cut or boost from the volume controls, is equivalent to a reading of −16 dB on the meters.

5 − Recording

4. Press the PL AY key to start recording.

Pressing the PAUSE key stands by recording tempo-

rarily. To restart recording, press the PAUSE key or

PL AY key again.

5. Press the STOP key to stop recording.

When recording stops, the display shows

PMA Writing (Program Memory Area) flashing

for a few seconds as the unit writes to the disc.

When PMA Writing is shown on the display, all keys are ignored.

To conﬁrm the total recording time, use the REC TIME option in the SYSTEM sub-menu (see “Operation basics” on page 16).

Do not vibrate the unit or turn off the power when the unit writes to the disc, otherwise, recording will fail.

Time display while recording

When in record or record ready mode, repeated presses of the

TIME key cycle through four different time modes:

Full disc

If the disc becomes full during recording, the unit will automatically insert a fade-out. For example: When recording a long program, just before the end of the disc is reached, the unit starts a fade-out over four seconds and the display will show Fade Out.

When the fade-out has finished, the display shows Disc

Full!. Press the STOP key to exit.

Advanced recording

Fade-in and fade-out recording

At the beginning and end of recording, fade-in and fade-out effects can be performed.

1. When stopped or when in recording standby mode, set the operation using the following menu options on the REC sub-menu (see “Operation basics” on page 16 ).

FADE IN?

The length of the fade in to the normal level can be

set between 1 and 30 seconds in 1-second increments (default setting: 3 seconds).

FADE OUT?

The length of the fade out into complete silence can be

set between 1 and 30 seconds in 1-second incre-ments (default setting: 3 seconds).

The display shows Fade Out>XXs or Fa de In>XX s.

Elapsed track time (no display light indication)

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Remaining track time (REMAIN is lit in the display)

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Elapsed disc time (TOTAL is lit in the display)

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Remaining disc time (T OTAL and REMAIN are lit in the

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display)

If the disc is a CD-RW, the final track can be erased, if required (se e “Erasing” on page 29) and the disc then finalized. If the disc is a CD-R, it must be finalized prior to use (see “Finalizing” on page 28).

2. In recording standby mode, press the FADER key on the remote control.

Recording begins and the sound fades in. After the

preset fade-in time, the sound is at normal level.

3. During recording, press the FADER key on the remote control when you wish to fade-out the sound.

Fade-out begins with Fade Out flashing on the

display then the unit enters recording standby mode.

4. Press the STOP key and the PMA writing will begin.

Fade-in or fade-out function can be operated only by pressing the FADER key on the remote control unit.

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5 − Recording

NOTE

Synchronized recording

Synchronized recording basically means that recording will begin automatically when a signal is received, and will stop when the signal ends.

The SYNC indicator appears on the display.

Sync recording

1. While recording standby mode, press the SYNC

REC key.

2. Set the signal detection threshold level. Use the SYNC LEVEL option in the REC sub-menu (see “Operation basics” on page 16).

Rotate the MULTI JOG dial to adjust the level. The

level can be set from -72 dB to -24 dB in 6 dB increments. The default setting is -54 dB.

Press the MENU key or push the MULTI JOG dial to

enter and return to recording standby mode.

3. Input the source signal.

Recording begins automatically when the source

signal is detected. The source signal should be higher than the adjusted threshold level.

Starting playback of the source automatically starts recording on the CD -RW900MKII if Sync function is on (see “Sync recording” below) and manual record start is disabled.

When the input level drops below the adjusted threshold level for more than ﬁve seconds, recording stops automatically and enters in recording ready mode.

3. To cancel the Sync recording mode, press the

SYNC REC key. Recording returns to normal and

continues till you press the STOP key or the source signal stops.

Pressing the STOP key stops recording.

The setting remains when the function is set on again.

If you set the value so that only high-level signals trigger recording, remember that the start of a piece may not be record as in the diagram.

level

S_LVL

Noise level

After SYNC is set, over one second of silence which is under the adjusted threshold level is required to start recording automatically. Otherwise, the unit does not begin recording even if it is detecting a signal.

When audio signal is not detected for more than five seconds, the CD -RW900MKII automatically will stop recording and enter record standby mode.

level

S_LVL

Start of recording

time

REC ready

Five seconds

time

level

This part of the track may not be recorded

S_LVL

Also remember that when recording from an analog source, the threshold should be set so that it is higher than the “noise ﬂoor”. If the “noise ﬂoor” is higher than the threshold, a false start will occur:

level

S_LVL

Noise is higher than threshold

Recordsing starts

time

Start of track is not registered

time

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Automatic track division

NOTE

5 − Recording

The trigger level can also be used to divide tracks if the A_ TRACK (auto track) function is enabled.

When this function is enabled, the unit automatically inserts a track division in the recorded material.

To enable or disable automatic track division:

1. Use A_TRK option in the REC sub-menu to set the mode on. The A .TRACK indicator at the top right of the display lights.

2. Rotate and push the MULTI JOG dial to select and enter the modes following:

DD (digital direct)

When recording digitally from MD, CD or DAT, this

mode detects a track boundary and divides the track. However, when the DD mode is on, and if the analog source or non-DAT/CD/MD digital connections are detected, the track number will be incremented using level detection, as set with the A_TRK LEVEL setting as described here.

Time (Time track increment)

The track will be incremented when the time set prior

to recording using the menu item “A_TRK TIME?” has passed (see “Operation basics” on page 16). The time can be set between one minute and ten minutes in one minute increments. The A .TRAC K indicator blinks during recording or when in record ready mode.

Level

When the sound level has dropped below the threshold

for more than two seconds, and sound has re-started, the track will be divided.

Use A_TRK LEVEL option in the REC sub-menu. The

trigger level is set to -24dB to -72 dB.

At least

level

A_LVL

2 seconds

Track increment

time

Manually divide track

While recording is taking place, press the RECORD key. The current track number is incremented by one.

For details of automatic track division while recording, see “Automatic track division” on page 27.

Rec mute function

The Rec mute function allows instant cut-off of the input signal, and records four seconds of silence on the disc.

While recording is in progress, press the REC MUTE key on the remote control.

The display shows the Rec Mute flashing, the meters stop displaying the current level and the monitored sound is cut.

After about four seconds, the unit enters record ready mode.

According to the “Red Book” (the speciﬁcation for audio CDs), a track cannot be less than four seconds in length, and there can be a maximum of 99 tracks on an audio CD. Bear these limitations in mind when adding track divisions.

This operation can not be applied while recording track 99.

This function is only available from the remote control unit.

Restricting the number of tracks

When making a recording, it is possible to restrict the number of tracks that nay be recorded at one time.

At any time within record or record ready mode, turn the

MULTI JOG dial to display the track numbers you want to

record.

The maximum number that can be entered is 99 tracks.

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NOTE

6 − After recording

This section deals with the actions taken after record-ing: finalizing for CD-R and CD-RW discs, and erase operations for CD -RW d isc s.

Once finalized, CD-R discs are tr uly final—no more can be recorded on them. By contrast, CD-RW discs can be “unfinalized” using the CD-RW900MKII, i.e. their TOC can be deleted, and if there is space, further material can be recorded on them. Even if the disc is full, tracks can be erased following the unfinalize process, and new material can be recorded.

Finalizing

As has been explained earlier (“About Finalizing” on page 8), in order for a disc to become a standard CD, it must have a Table of Contents (TOC) written to it. This process is known as finalizing.

An unfinalized disc can always be distinguished on the CD -RW900MKII by the TOC indicator under the disc type on the

display being unlit when the disc is inserted.

To finalize a disc:

1. Load the unfinalized disc, and with the unit in stop mode, press the FINALIZE key.

The display shows FINALIZ E?

If you do not want to proceed with the finalizing

process, press the FINALIZE/INS key on the front panel or the FINALIZE key on the remote control.

2. To start the finalizing process, push the MULTI JOG dial or press the ENTER key on the remote control.

The display shows Sure?

If you do not want to proceed with the finalizing

process, press the STOP key.

3. When finalization has been chosen, the display shows the TOC flashing and the remaining time. The unit starts counting down from a time shown on the d isplay.

4. When finalization has been finished successfully,

Complete appears and the TOC will be lit on the

display.

During the ﬁnalizing process, all key presses are ignored.

Unfinalizing CD-RW discs

If a CD-RW disc has been finalized, it is possible to erase the Table of Contents in the following way:

1. With the finalized disc loaded and the unit in stop mode, press the ERASE/DEL key on the front panel or the ERASE key on the remote control.

Rotate the MULTI JOG dial or press the SKIP key

on the remote control to select UNFINALIZE?. Push the MULTI JOG dial or press the ENTER key to confirm.

If you do not want to proceed with the unfinaliz-

ing process, press the ERASE/DEL key on the front panel or the SKIP key on the remote control.

2. The display shows Sure?

If you do not want to proceed with the unfinalizing

process, press the STOP key.

3. To start the unfinalizing process, press the MULTI

JOG dial or the ENTER key again.

When unfinalization has been chosen, the display

shows Erase flashing and the remaining time. The unit starts counting down from a time shown on the display.

4. When finalization has been finished successfully,

Complete appears on the display, and the TOC indi-

cator will go off.

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NOTE

Erasing

NOTE

Erasing tracks

6 − After recording

This operation erases the specified track and all sub-sequent tracks from a recorded CD-RW disc.

Once this operation has started, the STOP key cannot be used to cancel it. Please check the track range to be deleted ﬁrst.

Erasing track is operated only when unit is in continuos playback.

1. While stopped, press the ERASE/DEL key on the front panel or the ERASE key on the remote control. Select the ERASE TRACK? rotating the MULTI JOG dial or pressing the SKIP key on the remote control.

To cancel the operation at this point, press the

ERASE/DEL or the ERASE key again.

2. Push the MULTI JOG dial or press the ENTER key to enter the function.

The display shows Erase XX-XX (the number of

Erasing a whole disc

the first track and last track to be erased).

Rotate the MULTI JOG dial or press the SKIP key to

change the track numbers you desire to erase.

To cancel the operation at this point, press the

ERASE/DEL or the ERASE key again.

3. Push the MULTI JOG dial or press the ENTER key to operate the function.

The display shows Sure?

To cancel the operation at this point, press the

STOP key.

4. Push the MULTI JOG dial or press the ENTER key again to proceed the operation.

The display shows Erase flashing and the remaining

time. The unit starts counting down from a time shown on the display.

5. When the tracks have been erased, Complete will appears on the display.

When you want to erase a whole disc (all the tracks on a disc), follow the procedure below:

Once the operation is proceeded, the STOP key cannot function. Please conﬁrm before the operation.

1. While stopped, press the ERASE/DEL key on the front panel or the ERASE key on the remote control. Select the ERASE DISC? by rotating the MULTI

JOG dial or pressing the SKIP key on the remote

control.

To cancel the operation at this point, press the

ERASE/DEL or the ERASE key again.

Refreshing a disc

Refreshing the disc makes a disc usable again. This operation destroys all data on the disc.

1. Load the disc, and the unit in stop mode, press the

ERASE/DEL key on the front panel or the ERASE

key on the remote control. Select the REFRESH? rotating the MULTI JOG dial or pressing the SKIP key on the remote control.

To cancel the operation at this point, press the

ERASE/DEL or the ERASE key again.

2. Push the MULTI JOG dial or press the ENTER key on the remote control to enter the function. The display shows Sure?

2. Push the MULTI JOG dial or press the ENTER key to enter the function. The display shows Sure?

To cancel the operation at this point, press the

STOP key.

3. Push the MULTI JOG dial or press the ENTER key again to proceed the operation.

The display shows Erase flashing and the remaining

time. The unit starts counting down from a time shown on the display.

4. When the disc has been erased, Complete appears then Blan k Dis c will appear on the display.

To cancel the operation at this point, press the

STOP key.

3. Push the MULTI JOG dial or press the ENTER key again to proceed the operation.

The display shows Erase flashing and the remaining

time. The unit starts counting down from a time shown on the display.

4. When the disc has been refreshed, Complete appears then Blank Disc will appear on the display.

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NOTE

7 − Titling

Titles can be given to the disc and the tracks on the disc, using the TEXT EDIT option on the TEXT sub-menu.

After a new title is selected and entered on the disc, TOC will light up on the display. If the power is turned off, the TOC has not been recorded on the disc and

Title input operation

Follow the guidelines below to input titles on the screen. Operate them when in the text edit mode.

It is more efficient to connect a keyboard for title input ( see “Title input by keyboard” on page 31).

Select the type of character for input

Press the DI SPL AY key on the unit or the remote control

to select from two different types of characters.

Lower case letters/code: no indication

Capital letters/code: CAPS

Input procedure

Rotate the MULTI JOG dial or the SKIP key on the remote

control to get the desired characters on the display.

Push the MULTI JOG dial or press the ENTER key on

the remote control to enter.

To move the cursor position

Use the ∆ /˙ key and the ˚/¥ key on the front

panel, or the SEARCH key on the remote control.

To delete characters

Place the cursor on the character, then press the

ERASE/DEL key on the front panel, or the ERASE key

on the remote control.

the titles will not have be added. You must ﬁnalize the disc to save the titles.

To insert characters

Move the cursor to the location where you wish to insert

a character, and press the FINALIZE/INS key on the front panel or the FINALIZE key on the remote control.

To change a character

Place the cursor on the character to be changed, then

input the desired character.

As with the TEXT menu, if you attempt to eject the disc without writing the TOC to the disc, the display will show Sure? Text!. If you want to eject the disc without performing a TOC write, press the OPEN/ CLOSE key while “Sure Text!” is shown on the display. The text that have been edited or entered will be abandoned.

The disc or track title on a ﬁnalized disc cannot be edited. Unﬁnalizing (CD-RW only) is needed in this case to use the title input function.

Disc title input

1. While stopped, select the TEXT EDIT option in the TEXT sub-menu (see “Operation basics” on page

16). Tex t> Dis c will appear.

2. Press the MULTI JOG dial or the ENTER key on the remote control.

Now, you can input or edit the disc title following

the guidelines above.

Track title input

1. While stopped, select the TEXT EDIT option in the TEXT sub-menu (see “Operation basics” on page

16).

2. Rotate the MULTI JOG dial or repeatedly press the

SKIP keys on the remote control to select the track

number you wish to title.

3. Push the MULTI JOG dial or press the ENTER key on the remote control.

Now, you can input or edit the track title following

3. Press the MENU key to enter.

If you want to cancel, press the STOP key.

the guidelines above.

4. Press the MENU key to enter.

If you want to cancel, press the STOP key.

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Using a keyboard with the CD-RW900MKII

7 − Titling

A computer keyboard can be connected to the IBM PC compatible PS/2 interface on the front panel to operate certain functions

Keyboard type setting

The CD -RW900MKII must be set for the type of keyboard being connected.

Set the type using the sub-menu KEYBOARD option on the SYSTEM sub-menu. Select US for an English-language keyboard, or JP for a Japanese-language keyboard.

Title input by keyboard

Titles can be input just like typing on a PC.

To enter the Title Edit menu

Press SHIFT + F8 to enter the Disc/Track Title Edit Menu.

To select the type of characters for input

Press CAPS to select or cancel upper case letters

To input characters

Character input is performed directly with the letter and

number keys.

To move the cursor

Use the cursor arrow keys

of the CD-RW900MKII. It is particularly efficient for title input.

To delete characters

Delete key: deletes the character in the cursor position

Back space key: deletes the character before the cursor

position

To insert a character

Use the Insert key.

To change a character

Put the cursor on its position and input the desired character.

Other keyboard operations

The keyboard can be used not only for title input, but also to control the deck transports, perform editing functions and other

Keyboard key Operation F1 same as pressing the µ key F2 same as pressing the ≤ key F3 same as pressing the Key key F4 same as pressing the STOP key F5 same as pressing the PL AY key F6 same as pressing the PAUSE key F7 set the Auto Cue on or off F8 same as pressing the RECORD key F9 set the Auto Ready on or off F10 same as pressing the R EPE AT key F11 same as pressing the P. M OD E key F12 same as pressing the PITCH key SHIFT + F1 direct to “ERASE TRACK?” SHIFT + F2 direct to “ERASE DISC?” SHIFT + F3 direct to “REFRESH?” SHIFT + F4 SHIFT + F5 SHIFT + F6 SHIFT + F7 SHIFT + F8 direct to “TEXT EDIT?” SHIFT + F9 SHIFT + 10

operations. The list below shows the keys that perform various operations.

Keyboard key Operation SHIFT + F11 direct to “UNFINALIZE?” SHIFT + F12 direct to “FIN ALIZ E?” CTRL + F1 Direct track search TRACK 1 CTRL + F2 Direct track search TRACK 2 CTRL + F3 Direct track search TRACK 3 CTRL + F4 Direct track search TRACK 4 CTRL + F5 Direct track search TRACK 5 CTRL + F6 Direct track search TRACK 6 CTRL + F7 Direct track search TRACK 7 CTRL + F8 Direct track search TRACK 8 CTRL + F9 Direct track search TRACK 9 CTRL + F10 Direct track search TRACK 10 CTRL + F11 Direct track search TRACK 11 CTRL + F12 Direct track search TRACK 12 CAPS select or cancel upper case letters å/œ to move the cursor Delete same as the DEL or CLEAR key Back space deletes the character before the cursor Insert same as the FINALIZE/INS key ESC cancel edit or title edit and finis Menu

mode Enter same as the ENTER key

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8 − Reference and specifications

Error messages

Message Details / response

Can’t Rec! Cannot record. Either erase the contents of the disc (for a CD-RW), or use a

different recordable disc.

Disc Error! The disc has malfunctioned. Please replace with a new disc.

Disc Full! No recording time remaining, or no recordable track is left on the disc.

Text Full! No space to input the letters.

Sure? Text! The text data is not written on the disc yet. Open the tray to cancel the text you entered or perform the finalize operation to write the data to the disc.

Drive Error! There is a problem in the drive.

D-IN UNLOCK! The digital input is not connected. Turn on the power of the equipment connected to DIGITAL IN.

Not Audio! There is no audio signal from DIGITAL IN.

Erase Error! An error occurred while erasing.

Not Fs44.1k! The sampling frequency of the digital input is not 44.1 kHz. Please turn the SRC on.

PGM Empty! There is no program.

PGM Full! No new programs can be created.

Can’t Edit! Editing cannot be performed due to operational restrictions.

Can’t Sel! Menu selection cannot be performed due to selection restrictions.

Rec Error! There was an error during recording. Please re-record.

OPC Error! There was an error during OPC. Please re-record.

No DIR! There is no directory that contains a file.

Decode Err! The MP3 file cannot be played back.

Format Err! The disc is in a format that the CD-RW900MKII cannot read.

IR Disable! Remote control operation is not allowed.

Messages during operations

Message Statement

Blank Disc A blank recordable disc has been inserted.

Complete An operation such as finalize or erase has been successfully completed.

Now OPC* Calibration is being performed to operate recording properly.

Disc Repair The disc is being repaired, and this operation will take a long time. Please do not turn off the power of the CD-RW900MKII until it finishes.

PMA Writing* The recorded content is being written to the disc.

TOC Reading The table of contents data is being read.

*OPC=Optimum power Control *PMA=Program memory Area

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8 − Reference and specifications

Troublshooting

Symptom Possible cause and remedy

There is no power to the unit. Please check the power cord is properly plugged in.

“Disc Error!”, or “OPC Error!” is displayed. The disc may be dirty. Please replace the disc.

Playback is not possible. This may be due to condensation. In this case, remove the disc, turn the power on and wait a few hours, then try again.

No sound is output. • Confirm the connections with the audio system.

• Check the volume level, and proper amplifier operation.

Recording is not possible. • Confirm the connections with the audio system.

• Adjust the recording level.

• The disc may be for playback only. Please replace with a recordable disc.

Noise or static can be heard. Please re-position the unit away from strong source of magnetism such as a television.

The unit does not retain settings. While settings are retained each time they are made, in some case they will not be retained when the power is turned off too soon. To prevent this from happening, do not turn off the power right after making a seting.

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8 − Reference and specifications

Specifications

Supported disc types CD, CD-R, CD-R-DA, CD-RW and CD-RW-DA (High speed CD-RW is supported)

Playback disc formats CD-DA, CD-ROM ISO9660 LEVEL1/2Joliet format, multisession discs and CD text

Playback file formats CD-DA: 44.1kHz, 16-bit stereo MP3: 44.1kHz, 64–320kbps, VBR

Recording file formats CD-DA: 44.1kHz, 16-bit stereo

Frequency response 20 Hz – 20 KHz ±0.8 dB (playback) ±1.0 dB (recording)

S/N 95 dB (playback) 90 dB (recording)

Dynamic range 95 dB (playback) 90 dB (recording)

Distortion 0.006 % (playback)

0.008 % (recording)

Channel separation 90 dB (playback) 80 dB (recording)

Wow and flutter < 0.001 % (unmeasurable)

Analog inputs Unbalanced RCA pin Level -10 dBV ±2 dB (Full Scale -16 dB) Minimum input level -19 dBV (adjustable level at Full Scale -16 dB) Input impedance 22 KØ ±10% (unbalanced)

Analog outputs Unbalanced RCA pin Level -10 dBV ±2 dB (Full Scale -16 dB) Maximum output level +6 dBV ±2 dB Outpu t im pedance 200 Ø ±10% (unbalanced)

Phones output Stereo (6.3 ø) 20 mW 32 Ø

Digital input Coaxial RCA pin jack (IEC-60958 Consumer use) Optical TOSLINK (IEC-60958 Consumer use) Supported input sampling frequencies: 32–48 kHz

Digital output Coaxial RCA pin jack (IEC-60958 Consumer use) Optical TOSLINK (IEC-60958 Consumer use)

Keyboard Mini DIN 6 pin

Power U.S.A./Canada 120 VAC, 60Hz U.K./Europe 230 VAC, 50Hz Australia 240 VAC, 50Hz

Power consumption 16 W (U.S.A./Canada) 18 W (U.K./Europe/Australia)

Dimensions (d x w x h) 309 x 482.6 x 94 (mm) / 12.2 x 19.0 x 3.7 (in)

Weight 4.3 kg (9.5 lb)

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8 − Reference and specifications

6.4mm

Dimensional drawing

284.6mm

482.6mm

465.6mm 435mm

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Illustrations and other depictions may differ in part from the actual product.

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Specifications and external appearance may be changed without notification to improve the product.

18mm

76.2mm

WARRANTY

< In the United States >

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. This warranty is only valid within the country the unit was originally purchased.

WHAT IS AND IS NOT COVERED

Except as specied below, this warranty covers all defects in materials and workmanship in this product. The following are not covered by the warranty:

1. Damage to or deterioration of the external cabinet.

2. Damages resulting from accident, misuse, abuse or neglect.

3. Damage resulting from failure to perform basic daily maintenance and/or calibration or otherwise resulting from failure to follow instructions contained in your owner’s manual.

4. Damage occurring during shipment of the product. (Claims must be presented to the carrier)

5. Damage resulting from repair or attempted repair by anyone other than TEAC or an authorized TASCAM service station.

6. Damage resulting from causes other than product defects, including lack of technical skill, competence, or experience of the user.

7. Damage to any unit which has been altered or on which the serial number has been defaced, modied or is missing.

WHO MAY ENFORCE THE WARRANTY

This warranty may be enforced only by the original purchaser.

LENGTH OF WARRANTY

All parts except heads and disk drives are warranted for one (1) year from the date of original purchase. Heads and disk drives are warranted to ninety (90) days from date of original purchase. Labor is warranted for ninety (90) days from date of original purchase.

WHAT WE WILL PAY FOR

We will pay all labor and material expenses for items covered by the warranty. Payment of shipping charges is discussed in the next section of this warranty.

HOW YOU CAN GET WARRANTY SERVICE

Your unit must be serviced by an authorized TASCAM service station in the United States. (This warranty is not enforceable outside the U.S.) If you are unable to locate an authorized TASCAM service station in your area, please contact us. We either will refer you to an authorized service station or instruct you to return the unit to the factory. Whenever warranty service is required, you must present a copy of the original dated sales receipt from an Authorized TASCAM Dealer. You must pay any shipping charges if it is necessary to ship the product to service. However, if the necessary repairs are covered by the warranty, we will pay return surface shipping charges to any destination within the United States.

LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES

Any implied warranties, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, are limited in duration to the length of this warranty.

EXCLUSION OF DAMAGES

TEAC’s liability for any defective product is limited to repair or replacement of the product, at TEAC’s option. TEAC shall not be liable for:

Damages based upon inconvenience, loss of use of the product, loss of time interrupted operation or commercial loss; or

2. Any other damages, whether incidental, consequential or otherwise.

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.

To locate an Authorized Service Center in Your Area

CALL 1-800-447-8322

88mm

94mm

< Europe >

This product is subject to the legal warranty regulations of the country of purchase. In case of a defect or a problem, please contact the dealer where you bought the product.

Ce produit est sujet aux réglementations concernant la garantie légale dans le pays d’achat. En cas de défaut ou de problème, veuillez contacter le revendeur chez qui vous avez acheté le produit.

Dieses Gerät unterliegt den gesetzlichen Gewährleistungsbestimmungen des Landes, in dem es erworben wurde. Bitte wenden Sie sich im Gewährleistungsfall an den Händler, bei dem sie das Gerät erworben haben.

Questo apparecchio è conforme alle norme sulla garanzia vigenti nel rispettivo Paese in cui esso è stato acquistato. Si prega di rivolgersi al proprio commerciante, presso il quale è stato acquistato l’apparecchio, nel caso in cui si voglia richiedere una prestazione in garanzia.

Las condiciones de garantía de este aparato están sujetas a las disposiciones legales sobre garantía del país en el que ha sido adquirido. En caso de garantía, debe dirigirse al establecimiento donde adquirió el aparato.

< In other countries/areas >

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary by country, state or province. If you have a warranty claim or request, please contact the dealer where you bought the product.

该保证书赋予了顾客特定的合法权利，并且因国家，州或省等地域的不同，顾客可能拥有其他权利。如需申请或要求保修，请与购买本产品的销售店进行联系。

If you require repair services for your contact the dealer where the product was purchased from or the

TASCAM

Distributor in your country. A list of

can be found on our website at:

TASCAM

equipment, please

http://teac-global.com/

TASCAM

Distributors

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TEAC CORPORATION

Phone: +81-42-356-9143 1-47 Ochiai, Tama-shi, Tokyo 206-8530 Japan

http://tascam.jp/

TEAC AMERICA, INC. http://tascam.com/

Phone: +1-323-726-0303 7733 Telegraph Road, Montebello, California 90640 USA

TEAC MEXICO, S.A. de C.V. http://teacmexico.net/

Phone: +52-55-5010-6000 Río Churubusco 364, Colonia Del Carmen, Delegación Coyoacán, CP 04100, México DF, México

TEAC UK LIMITED http://tascam.eu/

Phone: +44-8451-302511 Meridien House, Ground Floor,69 - 71, Clar

endon Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD17 1DS, UK

TEAC EUROPE GmbH http://tascam.eu/

Phone: +49-611-71580 Bahnstrasse 12, 65205 Wiesbaden-Erbenheim, Germany

TEAC SALES & TRADING(SHENZHEN) CO., LTD

Phone: +86-755-88311561~2 Room 817, Block A, Hailrun Complex, 6021 Shennan Blvd., Futian District, Shenzhen 518040, China

Printed in China

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WARRANTY

Model/ Modèle/Modell Modello/Modelo/ 型号

CD-RW90 0@%%

Serial No./No de Série/Seriennummer Numero di serie/Número de serie/ 序列号

Date of purchase/Date de l’achat/Datum des Kaufs Data dell’acquisto/Fecha de compra/ 购买日期

http://teac-global.com/

Owner’s name/ Nom du possesseur/Name des Eigentümers Nome del proprietario/Nombre del propietario/ 顾客姓名

Address/Adresse/Adresse Indir izzo/Dirección/ 顾客地址

Dealer’s name/ Nom du détaillant/ Name des Händlers Nome del commerciante/Nombre del establecimiento/ 销售店名

Dealer’s address/Adresse du détaillant/Adresse des Händlers Indir izzo del commerciante/Dirección del establecimiento/ 销售店地址

Tascam CD-RW900MKII User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Supplied accessories

1 − Introduction

About this manual

Trademarks

About CD-R and CD-RW discs

About finalizing

Recordable discs

Environmental considerations

Handling of compact discs

Never use a stabilizer or printable discs

Beware of condensation

Use of the remote control unit

Batteries

Inserting batteries

Connections

Front panel

2 − Features of the CD-RW900MKII

Rear panel

Display

RC-RW900 Remote control unit

3 − Menu operation

Menu configuration

Operation basics

4 − Playback operations

Discs for playback

Simple playback operations

Track selection

Using the skip function

Selecting by track number

Track search

Normal search

Direct search

Basic operation

Operation variations

Specifying a track number only

Specifying to the minute

Playback modes

Continuous playback

Single-track playback

Random playback

Program playback

Time display switching

Timer playback

Repeat playback

A to B repeat playback

Auto Cue function

Auto Ready function

Pitch control function

Key control function

Playing back MP3 files

About MP3 track data

Directory playback setting

MP3 action setting

5 − Recording

Input selection

Input monitoring

Frequency conversion

Basic recording

Time display while recording

Full disc

Advanced recording

Fade-in and fade-out recording

Synchronized recording

Sync recording

Automatic track division

To enable or disable automatic track division:

Manually divide track

Rec mute function

Restricting the number of tracks

6 − After recording

Finalizing

Unfinalizing CD-RW discs

Erasing

Erasing tracks

Erasing a whole disc

Refreshing a disc