Tascam MD-301mkII User Manual

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MD-301@#

MINIDISC DECK

OWNER'S MANUAL / MANUEL DU PROPRIETAIRE

BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG / MANUALE DI ISTRUZIONI

MANUAL DEL USUARIO / GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING

ÜREMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOTCAUTION: TO REDUCE

ÿthe 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 lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert

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

This appliance has a serial number located				WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
on the rear panel. Please record the model
number and serial number and retain them				HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
for your records.
Model number				APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Serial number

ESPAÑOL ITALIANO DEUTSCH FRANÇAIS ENGLISH

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION:

●Read all of these Instructions. ●Save these Instructions for later use.

●Follow all Warnings and Instructions marked on the audio equipment.

1) Read Instructions — All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated.

2)Retain Instructions — The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

3)Heed Warnings — All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.

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

5)Cleaning — Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

6)Attachments — Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

7)Water and Moisture — Do not use this product near water _ for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like.

8)Accessories — Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer.

9)A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn.

10)Ventilation — Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

11)Power Sources — This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions.

12)Grounding or Polarization — This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than

the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

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

14)Outdoor Antenna Grounding — If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system

is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built-up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode.

"Note to CATV system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Section 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper

grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

Example of Antenna Grounding as per

National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70

	ANTENNA
	LEAD IN
	WIRE
	GROUND
	CLAMP
	ANTENNA
	DISCHARGE UNIT
	(NEC SECTION 810-20)
ELECTRIC
SERVICE	GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
EQUIPMENT
	(NEC SECTION 810-21)
	GROUND CLAMPS
	POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
	ELECTRODE SYSTEM
NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE	(NEC ART 250. PART H)

15)Lightning — For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.

16)Power Lines — An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

17)Overloading — Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in risk of fire or electric shock.

18)Object and Liquid Entry — Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.

19)Servicing — Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.

20)Damage Requiring Service — Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:

a) when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.

b) if liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product. c) if the product has been exposed to rain or water.

d) if the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation.

e) if the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.

f ) when the product exhibits a distinct change in performance _ this indicates a need for service.

21)Replacement Parts — When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

22)Safety Check — Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition.

23)Wall or Ceiling Mounting — The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer.

24)Heat — The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

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 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 reguration is shown 1.

… CAUTION

-DO NOT REMOVE THE PROTECTIVE HOUSING USING 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, MAKE A CONTACT WITH OUR SERVICEMAN, AND DO NOT USE THE PRODUCT IN A TROUBLED STATE.

Optical pickup: Type : KMS-260A

Manufacturer	: SONY Corporation
Laser output	:	4.55 mW
Wavelength	:	785 20 nm

For U.S.A.

1	CERTIFICATION
	THIS PRODUCT COMPLES WITH DHHS
	RULES 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J APPLI-
	CABLE AT DATE OF MANUFACTURE
	TEAC CORPORATION
	3-7-3 NAKA-CHO, MUSASHINO-SHI, TOKYO, JAPAN
	MANUFACTURED	TIF

… CAUTION … ACHTUNG … OBSERVERA … ADVARSEL

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CAUTION - INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND
						ADVARSEL - USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING VED ÅBNING, NÅR
INTERLOCKS DEFEATED. AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM.							SIKKERHEDSAFBRYDERE ER UDE AF FUNKTION.
VORSICHT! UNSICHTBARE LASERSTRAHLUNGTRITT AUS.							UNDGÅ UDSÆTTELSE FOR STRÅLING.
WENN DECKEL GEÖFFNET UND WENN						VAROITUS! SUOJAKOTELOA EI SAA AVATA. LAITE SISÄLTÄÄ
SICHERHEITSVERRIEGELUNG ÜBERBRÜCKT IST.							LASERDIODIN, JOKA LÄHETTÄÄ (NÄKYMÄTÖNTÄ)
NICHT DEM STRAHL AUSSETZEN !							SILMILLE VAARALLISTA LASERSÄTEILYÄ.
VARNING - OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING NÄR DENNA DEL						ADVARSEL - USYNLIG LASERBESTRÅLING NÅR DENNE DELEN ER
ÄR ÖPPNAD OCH SPÄRR ÄR URKOPPLAD.							ÅPEN OG SIKKERHETSSPERREN ER UTKOBLET.
STRÄLEN ÄR FARLIG.							UNNGÅ UTSETTELSE FOR STRÅLING.

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CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE

KLASS 1 LASERAPPARAT

1THIS LABEL IS ATTACHED TO THE PLACE AS ILLUSTRATED TO INFORM THAT THE APPARATUS CONTAINS A LASER COMPONENT.

1DIESE AUFKLEBEMARKE IST AN DEM IN DER ABBILDUNG GEZEIGTEN ORT ANGEBRACHT UM DARAUF HINZUWEISEN, DASS IM INNERN DES GERÄTS

EINE LASER-KOMPONENTE BEFINDET.

1PÅSKRIFTEN SITTER PÅ APPARATEN SOM VISAS SOM UPPMANING OM ATT APPARATEN OMFATTAR EN INBYGGD LASERKOMPONENT.

1DETTE MÆRKAT ER ANBRAGT SOM VIST I ILLUSTRATIONEN FOR AT ADVARE BRUGEREN OM AT APPARATET INDEHOLDER EN LASERKOMPONENT.

2DETTE MÆRKAT ER SOM VIST PÅ ILLUSTRATIONEN ANBRAGT PÅ INDERSIDEN AF

TOPDÆKSLET FOR AT ADVARE BRUGEREN OM AT YDERLIGERE FREMTRÆNGEN VIL VÆRE FORBUNDET MED FARE FOR AT UDSÆTTE SIG FOR LASERSTRÅLING.

ADVARSEL — BETJENING AF ANDRE KONTROLLER OG REGULATORER ELLER BENYTTELES AF ANDRE FREMGANGSMÅDER END BESKREVET HERI ER FOR-BUNDET MED FARE FOR UDSÆTTELSE FOR LASERSTRÅLING.

VARING: APPARATEN INNEHÅLLER LASER KOMPONENT MED STRÅLNING ÖVERSTIGANDE KLASS 1.

"ADVARSEL: USYNLIG LASERSTRÅLING VED ÅBNING NAR SIKKERHEDSAFBRYDERE ER UDE AF FUNKTION. UNDGÅ UDSAETTELSE FOR STRÅLING"

"VAROITUS! SUOJAKOTELOA EI SAA AVATA. LAITE SISÄLTÄÄ LASERDIODIN. JOKA LÄHETTÄ (NÄKYMÄTÖNTÄ) SILMILLE VAARALLISTA LASERSÄTEILYÄ".

ADVARSEL: USYNLIG LASERBESTRÅLING NÅR DENNE DELEN ER ÅPEN OG SIKKERHETSSPERREN ER UTKOBLET UNNGÅ UTSETTELSE FOR STRÅLING.

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Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................	2-3
Before Use ................................................................................................................	4
Read This Before Operating ..............................................................................	4
Handling MDs ..............................................................................................	5
Memory back-up function ...........................................................................	5
When "Protected !!" is displayed................................................................	5
While "UTOC Writing" is blinking ...............................................................	5
When "D-IN UNLOCK !" blinks....................................................................	5
Remote Control Unit...........................................................................................	5
Rack Mounting....................................................................................................	6
Voltage Conversion (For general export models). ...........................................	6
Connections ..............................................................................................................	6
Connection ..................................................................................................	6
Name of Each Control ..............................................................................................	7
Recording ..................................................................................................................	8
Recording an MD ...............................................................................................	8
Notes on Recording ...........................................................................................	8
Playback ....................................................................................................................	9
Normal Playback ................................................................................................	9
Useful Tips for Recording ......................................................................................	10
Monitoring the Input Signal ............................................................................	10
Adjusting the Recording Level .......................................................................	10
Assigning Track Numbers During Recording ................................................	10
Recording Over Existing Tracks (Over Write) ................................................	10
Sync Recording ................................................................................................	11
Checking the Remaining MD Recording Time ..............................................	11
Checking the Recorded Tracks ........................................................................	11
Timer Recording ..............................................................................................	11
Useful Tips for Playback ........................................................................................	12
Using the Display Window .............................................................................	12
Selecting the Desired Track .............................................................................	12
Playing Tracks in Random Order (Shuffle Playback) ....................................	12
When Recording to Analog Tape ...................................................................	13
Playing Tracks in the Desired Order (Program Playback) .............................	13
Repeating Track(s) (Repeat Playback) ............................................................	14
Timer Playback .................................................................................................	14
Editing Recorded MDs ...........................................................................................	15
Notes on Editing ..............................................................................................	15
Erasing Track(s) (ERASE Function) ................................................................	15
Dividing a Track (DIVIDE Function) ................................................................	16
Combining Tracks (COMBINE Function) ........................................................	16
Moving a Track (MOVE Function) ...................................................................	16
Assigning Titles (TITLE Function) ...................................................................	17
Assigning Titles to the Disc and All Tracks Successively
(TITLE AUTO INC Function) ........................................................................	17-18
Changing entered characters....................................................................	18
Copying a Title (TITLE COPY Function)...........................................................	18
Canceling the Last Operation (UNDO Function) ............................................	18
Optional Functions..................................................................................................	19
Correspondence between deck buttons and keyboard keys..................	19
Editing keys ................................................................................................	19
Title entry keys ...........................................................................................	19
System Restrictions ..........................................................................................	19-20
Display Messages ...................................................................................................	20
Guide to the Serial Copy Management System ..................................................	21
Serial Copy Management System ..................................................................	21
Troubleshooting .....................................................................................................	22
Specifications .........................................................................................................	22

Before Use

Read This Before Operating

…Place the unit on a hard flat surface.

…Avoid placing it in direct sunlight or close to a source of heat. Also avoid locations subject to vibrations and excessive dust, heat, cold or moisture.

…Do not open the cabinet, as this might result in circuitry damage or electrical shock.

…Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents, as this might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth.

…When removing the power plug from the wall outlet, always pull directly on the plug, never yank the cord.

…Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.

IMPORTANT (for U.K. Customers)

DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer.

If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off, remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply.

If this product is not provided with a mains plug, or one has to be fitted, then follow the instructions given below:

IMPORTANT. DO NOT make any connection to the larger terminal which is marked with the letter E or by the safety earth symbol ç or coloured GREEN or GREEN-and-YELLOW.

The wires in the mains lead on this product are coloured in accordance with the following code:

BLUE: NEUTRAL

BROWN: LIVE

As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows:

The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK.

The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED.

When replacing the fuse only a correctly rated approved type should be used and be sure to re-fit the fuse cover. IF IN DOUBT — CONSULT A COMPETENT ELECTRICIAN.

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ª Handling MDs

The MiniDisc (MD) measures 64 mm in diameter. Although the MD is housed in a protective cartridge (68 mm x 72 mm x 5 mm) and can be handled easily, deck malfunctions may result if the cartridge gets dust on it or is damaged. To protect the disc, always take the following precautions:

…Be sure that the MD is taken out of the deck and put back in its MD case after using it.

…Do not touch the disc inside the cartridge. Do not open the shutter to expose the MD.

…Do not place MDs in direct sunlight, high temperatures, or high levels of humidity.

…Use a dry, soft cloth to clean the cartridge.

…When attaching a label to the MD cartridge, be sure to apply it correctly to the specified position. If the label is rolled up or partially detached, the MD cartridge may get stuck inside the deck.

…Do not place one label on top of another.

Cartridge

Shutter

ª Memory back-up function

This unit is provided with a memory back-up function. When you use the deck for the first time, leave it on for about 5 minutes to allow the back-up circuit to be charged and become operational. When not using the deck for a while, try to turn the power on every 3 or 4 days.

ª Serial Copy Management System

This deck complies with the SCMS (Serial Copy Management System). As a result, it is not possible to digitally record from a source MD which has been recorded digitally.

ªWhen "Protected !!" is displayed

…A playback-only MD is loaded.

…The MD is record-protected against accidental erasure. To make recording (or editing) possible, slide the recordprotect tab to close the hole.

ªWhile "UTOC Writing" is blinking:

"UTOC Writing" blinks while the MD is being ejected after recording (or editing). While it is blinking, the recorded data is being written on the MD. Do not pull out the power cord or vibrate the deck. Otherwise the recorded data may not be written correctly on the MD.

If the power is turned off with the MD left in the deck (" " lights up) after recording, the UTOC cannot be recorded. Turn the power back on within 3 or 4 days and eject the MD. The recorded data might be lost if the MD is left in the deck for a long time.

ª When "D-IN UNLOCK !" blinks

…The program source is not connected to the [DIGITAL INPUT 1] or [DIGITAL IN 2] terminal even though you have selected [DIGITAL 1] or [DIGITAL 2] with the [INPUT SELECTOR]. Either make the digital connection or select [ANALOG] with the [INPUT SELECTOR] and perform analog recording.

…This message also appears when the digital signal input is interrupted during digital recording. To continue recording, restart the digital program source.

Remote Control Unit

When operating the remote control unit, point it towards the remote sensor on the front panel of the unit.

ª Battery installation

ENGLISH

1.Remove the battery compartment cover.

2.Insert two "AA" (R6, SUM-3) dry batteries.

Make sure that the batteries are inserted with their positive ± and negative — poles positioned correctly.

3.Close the cover until it clicks.

Battery replacement

If you notice that the distance between the remote control unit and the player for correct operation becomes shorter, it indicates that the batteries are exhausted. In this case replace the batteries with new ones.

Precautions concerning batteries

…Be sure to insert the batteries with correct positive ± and negative — polarities.

…Use batteries of the same type. Never use different types of batteries together.

…Rechargeable and non-rechargeable batteries can be used. Refer to the precautions on their labels.

…When the remote control unit is not to be used for a long time (more than a month), remove the batteries from the remote control unit to prevent them from leaking. If they leak, wipe away the liquid inside the battery compartment and replace the batteries with new ones.

…Do not heat or disassemble batteries and never dispose of old batteries by throwing them in fire.

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Rack Mounting

Install this deck with the provided mounting screw kit as illustrated.

Connections

Voltage Conversion

(For general export models)

Be sure to remove the power cord from the AC outlet before repositioning the voltage converter switch.

1.Locate the voltage selector on the rear panel.

2.Using a flat-bladed screwdriver, set to the appropriate 230 V or 120 V position according to your area.

IN NORTH AMERICA	DANSL'AMERIQUE
USE ONLY ON 120 V	DU NORD:
SUPPLY.	UTILISABLE SUR 120 V
	D'ALIMENTATION
	UNIQUEMENT.

…Turn off power for all equipment before making connections.

…Read instructions of each component you intend to use with the MD deck.

ª Connection

ANALOG INPUT/OUTPUT (BALANCED/UNBALANCED) terminals

Use these terminals to connect the deck to a mixer, cassette tape recorder or other components.

…Be sure to insert each plug securely. To prevent hum and noise, do not bundle the connection cords with the power cord or speaker cord.

DIGITAL INPUT 1/OUTPUT terminals

Use these terminals to connect the deck to a digital component (such as a CD player, DAT deck, digital amplifier, or another MD deck).

…Use a digital optical (TOS) cable (optional) for digital recording. Connect the [DIGITAL IN 2] terminal located on the front panel to a digital component such as a DAT/MD deck.

…When making a digital connection, remove the caps from the terminals. When the terminals are not in use, leave the caps in place.

ª Power cord

Be sure to connect the power cord to an AC outlet which supplies the correct voltage.

…Hold the power plug when plugging or unplugging the power cord.

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Name of Each Control

ENGLISH

1 [POWER] button

2 [TIMER PLAY/OFF/REC] switch

3 [REC MODE MONO/STEREO] switch

4 [INPUT] control

5 Remote sensor

6 Disc insertion slot

7 [øEJECT] button

8 [ºRECORD] button

9 [DISPLAY] button

0 [∆SEARCH ˚] buttons q [PLAY MODE] button

w [µTRACK ≤] dial / [PUSH ENTER] e [EDIT/NO] button

r [YES] button

t [INPUT SELECTOR] switch y [PHONES] jack

u PHONES level control i Display window

o [ªSTOP] button p [¥PLAY] button a [πREADY] button

s [DIGITAL IN 2] terminal d [KEYBOARD] terminal

f Numeric buttons (1 to 9, 0, +10) g [REPEAT/A-B] buttons

h [TITLE EDIT] button j [CLEAR] button

k [INSERT] button l [DELETE] button

; [SYNC RECORD] button

z Upper/Lower case button [Aß∑a]

x [AUTO SPACE] button c [SCROLL] button

v Character select button [CHAR SELECT] b [ENTER] button

n [µTRACK ≤] buttons

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