Tascam MD-CD1 User Manual

MD-CD1

Minidisc Deck/CD Player

OWNER’S MANUAL

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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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For U.S.A

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 residental 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.

For the consumers 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 is 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.

CE Marking Information a) Applicable electromagnetic environment: E4 b) Peak inrush current: 4.6 A

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

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This appliance has a serial number located on the rear panel. Please record the model number and serial number and retain them for your records.

Model number Serial number

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.

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.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK

HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS

APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

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Read these instructions.

Keep these instructions.

Heed all warnings.

Follow all instructions.

Do not use this apparatus near water.

Clean only with dry cloth.

Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

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. Grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified 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.

Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

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.

Do not expose this apparatus to drips or

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splashes. Do not place any objects ﬁlled with liquids, such

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as vases, on the apparatus.

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

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The apparatus draws nominal non-operating power from the AC outlet with its POWER switch in the off position.

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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 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 in 1.

CAUTION

- DO NOT REMOVE THE PROTECTIVE HOUSING USING A SCREWDRIVER.

- USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

- IF THIS PRODUCT DEVELOPS TROUBLE, CONTACT YOUR NEAREST QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL, AND DO NOT USE THE PRODUCT IN ITS DAMAGED STATE.

DTA

MD drive optical pickup:

Type: KMS-260E

Manufacturer: SONY Corporation

Laser output: 4.55 mW

Wavelength: 785+/-20 nm

TASCAM MD-CD1

CD drive optical pickup:

Type: KSS-575B

Manufacturer: SONY Corporation

Laser output: Less Than 0.4 mW on the objective lens

Wavelength: 760-780 nm

Owner’s Manual

Table of Contents

Introduction

Supplied accessories ...............................................6

Environmental considerations .....................6

Rack-mounting the unit ..........................................7

Some notes and precautions ..................................7

Beware of condensation .........................................7

Handling of compact discs ......................................7

Handling of MiniDiscs .............................................8

About the User Table of Contents (U-TOC) ...........8

Remote control unit

Some notes and precautions .......................9

Batteries ........................................................9

Inserting batteries ...................................................9

Connections

Audio equipment .......................................10

Connecting analog audio equipment ..................10

Connecting digital audio equipment ...................10

Power source .........................................................10

Features and their functions

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

Shared features .....................................................11

CD Operation .........................................................12

MD Operation ........................................................13

Display .......................................................14

Rear Panel ...................................................15

Remote Control Unit ..................................16

Shared operation keys ..........................................16

CD Operation Section ...........................................18

MD Operation Section .......................................... 18

Display master and remote control master

Selecting the remote control master ...................20

Selecting the display master ................................ 20

Menu operation

Menu configuration ...................................21

Operation basics .........................................23

CD and MD Playback

Discs for playback .......................................24

Playback modes ..........................................24

Basic playback operation ...........................24

Using headphones ................................................25

Display master and remote master settings 25

Track selection ............................................25

Using the skip function .........................................25

Selecting by track number ....................................25

Search ....................................................................25

Time Search function .................................26

Basic operation ......................................................26

Operation variations .............................................26

Auto cue ......................................................26

Auto Ready .................................................27

Repeat playback .........................................27

A to B repeat playback ...............................27

Continuous CD and MD playback .............28

Timer Playback ............................................28

Pitch control ................................................28

Single-track playback .................................29

Program playback .......................................29

Random playback .......................................30

Time display switching ..............................30

End of disc/track warning ..........................31

Playback functions for CD only .................31

Changing the key of playback ..............................31

Fade-in and fade-out .............................................31

Output volume ......................................................32

MP3 file directory playback .......................32

Directory playback setting ....................................32

MD group playback ...................................33

Group playback setting .........................................33

Dubbing from CD to MD

Basic dubbing operation ...........................34

Recording mode setting ............................ 34

Dubbing speed setting .............................. 34

MD recording from an external source

Basic recording ...........................................36

Recording cautions ....................................37

Adding track numbers ...............................37

Auto track function ...............................................37

Entering a track number manually .......................37

Fade-in and fade-out recording ................38

“Time Machine” recording ........................38

Overwrite recording .................................. 39

Sync recording ............................................39

Checking remaining MD time ...................40

MiniDisc editing

Editing operations .....................................41

UNDO an edit operation ............................41

Erase track .................................................. 41

Erase disc .................................................... 42

Divide tracks ...............................................42

Combine tracks ...........................................43

Move tracks ................................................43

Creating a group ........................................44

Deleting a group ........................................44

Title input

Disc title input ............................................45

Title input operation .............................................45

Track title input ..........................................46

Group title input ........................................ 46

Using a computer keyboard

Keyboard type setting ...............................47

Title input by keyboard .............................47

Other keyboard operations .......................47

Data settings / service data

Data communication settings ................... 49

Viewing service data .................................49

System limitations

CD section ...................................................50

About finalization .................................................50

About MP3 track data ...........................................50

MD section ..................................................50

Message display glossary

Operation messages .................................. 52

Error Messages ...........................................52

Troubleshooting .........................................53

Specifications

MD deck ................................................................54

CD deck ..................................................................54

Rated input/output ................................................54

MD specifications .................................................54

CD specifications ...................................................54

Dimensional drawing ................................55

TASCAM MD-CD1

Owner’s Manual

1 – Introduction

Thank you for your purchase of the TASCAM MDCD1 MiniDisc Deck and CD Player.

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

Supplied accessories

In addition to this manual, the MD-CD1 has been packed with the following:

• RC-MC1 remote control unit

•2 AA batteries

•Power cord

• Rack-mounting kit

•Warranty document

Environmental considerations

The MD-CD1 may be used in most places, but to maintain top performance and prolong operating life, do not place it in the following locations.

• On an unsteady surface, or where there is frequent vibration or resonance

MD-CD1, 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.

Should any of these items be missing, or if you encounter any damage, please contact your TASCAM supplier.

This unit was packed in its carton with special materials in order to prevent any damage during shipment. Please save the carton and packing materials in the event you need to transport the unit in the future.

• Near a window or where it can be exposed to direct sunlight

• Near heating or air conditioning vents, or in very hot or cold places

• Places with high humidity or poor ventilation

•Next to tuners, televisions or video decks, as this could cause noise or affect video images

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Rack-mounting the unit

1 – Introduction—Environmental considerations

Use the rack-mounting kit to mount the unit in a standard 19-inch equipment rack, as shown below. Remove the feet of the unit before mounting. If you are mounting the unit in a rack, leave 1U of space above it.

Some notes and precautions

Connect the MD-CD1 only to the speciﬁed power source. When unplugging the cord, grasp the plug itself.

Beware of condensation

See "Environmental considerations" on the previous page.

Clean only with a dry cloth. Do not use benzene, paint thinner or other agents that could damage the surface. Dust or grime on the top cover can be removed with a soft cloth lightly moistened with a diluted mild detergent solution.

If the unit is moved from a cold to a warm place, or used after a sudden temperature change, condensation inside the unit may occur, resulting in moisture on the internal mechanism or an inserted disc, thus impairing proper operation. Should this occur, leave

Handling of compact discs

The MD-CD1 has been designed for the playback of CD-DA format discs and MP3 ﬁles recorded in ISO9660 format. In addition to ordinary 5-inch and 3-inch CDs, it can also play properly recorded CD-R and CD-RW discs.

When removing a CD from its case, press down on the center of the disc holder to free the CD, then lift the disc out, holding it carefully by the edges.

• Removing a disc

the player turned on for one or two hours so that the condensation can evaporate before you begin operation. Also, please remove all discs from the unit if it will be moved, or not operated for an extended period of time.

• Hold the CD like this

•Avoid getting ﬁngerprints on the signal side (opposite the label side). When cleaning, wipe gently with a soft cloth from the center towards the outside edge. Dust and grime may cause skipping, so keep discs clean and store them in their cases when not being played.

• Do not use any record spray, anti-static solutions, benzene, paint thinner or other chemical agents to clean CDs as they could damage the delicate playing surface.

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1 – Introduction—Environmental considerations

•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.

• Please do not insert discs that have adhesive remaining from tape or stickers that have been

Handling of MiniDiscs

The disc itself is mounted inside a cartridge. Should the cartridge become soiled or warped, playback or recording may not be possible. To ensure proper operation, please observe the following.

• After use, always return the MiniDisc to its case.

• Do not open the shutter or touch the disc inside. If the shutter is forced open, the mechanism could easily break.

Cartridge

removed. If they are inserted into the player, they could stick to the internal mechanism, requiring removal by a technician.

•Keep discs out of direct sunlight and places of high heat and humidity.

• Dirt and grime on the cartridge surface should be wiped away with a dry cloth.

• Loose or raised labels may jam the playback mechanism.

• Do not stick labels over one another on the cartridge.

Shutter

About the User Table of Contents (U-TOC)

The U-TOC on recordable MiniDiscs makes it easy to edit the tracks on the disc. It contains track information (such as titles and starting and ending addresses), and by rewriting this data, the playback order can be freely changed.

U-TOC

Music Data

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2 – Remote control unit

Some notes and precautions

• When the remote control will not be used for an extended period of time, 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 get ting the battery liquid on the skin. After cleaning, replace with new batteries.

• The remote control functions by using an infrared light signal. When using the unit to control the MD-CD1, 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.

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 speciﬁ- cations together.

• Do not attempt to recharge batteries that are nonrechargeable.

• Do not open or disassemble batteries, throw them into a ﬁre or put them in water.

Inserting batteries

1. Open the lid.

2. Conﬁrm +/- polarity, and insert two AA bat-

teries.

3. Close the lid.

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3 – Connections

Before connecting the MD-CD1 to other units, please read their operation manuals thoroughly to ensure proper connection. Turn the power on only after all connections have been made.

Audio equipment

Connecting analog audio equipment

Connect analog stereo ampliﬁers, mixers and recorders to the analog line inputs and outputs. There are input terminals for the MD deck recording source and terminals for both the CD and MD outputs, as well as a COMMON output for the output signals of the CD deck, the MD deck, or both. Selection of either or both deck’s output signals can be performed on the SYSTEM sub-menu of the CD menu under the “COMMON?” option.

NOTE

• The optional LA-MC1 Balanced Analog Input/ Output Board can be installed to enable the MDCD1 to be used in a balanced system.

• Connection cables are not supplied with this unit.

• Do not bundle the pin connection cords with the power cord as noise or diminished sound quality could result.

Connecting digital audio equipment

Digital stereo ampliﬁers, mixers and recorders can be connected through the optical digital input/output terminals.

Power source

This unit has been designed to operate on the speciﬁed power voltage only. Do not plug the power cord into outlets of any other voltage.

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4 – Features and their functions

Front panel

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Shared features

Power switch

Remote signal sensor

NO key

ing menu mode During title input mode, it is used to delete character inputs

MULTI JOG dial / ENTER key

tions as the MULTI JOG dial when rotated, and as the ENTER key when pushed

MULTI JOG dial functions

Normal mode: selection of MD disc groups (when MD indicator is lit and group mode is ON) or selection of MP3 disc directories (when CD indicator is lit)

Program mode: selection of recorded tracks

Menu mode: selection of menu options and their settings

MD Edit mode: selection of editing points Title input mode: character input selection

ENTER Key functions

Program mode: conﬁrmation of selected tracks

Menu mode: conﬁrmation of menu options and conﬁrmation of settings and editing on the menu (works the same as the YES key)

Used to cancel menu operations dur-

Func-

the menu Title input mode: inserts characters

CONT PLAY switch

MD decks play successively. During playback, the deck automatically becomes the display master.

PHONES source selection switch

During headphone monitoring, CD, COMMON or MD can be selected as the source. When COMMON is selected, both CD and MD sources can be simultaneously monitored. When both decks output a signal, the monitored source depends on the “COMMON?” option setting on the SYSTEM menu.

PHONES level control

phone output level

PHONES jack

stereo headphone connection. When using headphones with a stereo mini plug, an adaptor is required.

TIME key

mode on the display. Refer to “Time display switching” on page 30. Even when the power is turned off, the time mode is retained.

Display key

type during Title Input mode. Refer to “Title input” on page 45.

The type of character selected is indicated by the display.

This is a standard pin jack for

Pressing this key changes the time

Used to select input character

When ON, the CD and

Adjusts the head-

Title input mode: conﬁrmation of selected characters

Yes key

options and conﬁrmation of settings and editing on

Menu mode: conﬁrmation of menu

Lower case letters/code: no indication Capital letters/code: CAPS Japanese:

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4 – Features and their functions—Front panel

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Display

mode, menus and other information are shown on the display. For details, refer to “Display” on page 14.

CD and MD data, deck operation

CD Operation

KEY key / Indicator

pressed, the Indicator light goes on and the Key Change function is turned on, allowing you to change the musical key of Compact Disc playback. Refer to “Changing the key of playback” on page 31. Even when the power is turned off, the key change setting is retained.

CD Tray

to skip back a track or for review playback (search). When playback is stopped, if this key is pressed once, the previous track is selected; if it is pressed continuously, the tracks are skipped backward at high speed.

During playback, if this key is pressed once, the beginning of the current track is cued, and playback restarts; if it is pressed continuously, review playback (search) is performed.

to skip forward a track or for cue playback (search). When playback is stopped, if this key is pressed once, the next track is selected; if it is pressed continuously, the tracks are skipped forward at high speed.

During playback, if this key is pressed once, the beginning of the next track is cued, and playback begins; if it is pressed continuously, cue playback (search) is performed.

Compact Discs are placed here for

key

In normal mode, this key is used

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When this key is

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CD key / indicator

pressed, the indicator goes on, CD becomes the display master, and CD deck and disc information (such as settings and time) are shown on the display. Even when the power is turned off, the display master setting is retained.

CD Menu key

on or off. In CD Menu mode, the CD indicator light ﬂashes, CD menu options are indicated on the display, and settings can be performed.

NOTE

If the CD Menu key is pressed when the display master is MD, the MD indicator stays lit, while the CD indicator ﬂashes. If the CD Menu key is pressed when the display master is CD (CD indicator ON), the CD indicator will begin ﬂashing.

PITCH Control / Indicator

trol to turn the pitch control function on or off. When it is on, the indicator lights up, and pitch can be controlled +/- 16%. Even when the power is turned off, the pitch control ON/OFF setting is retained.

STOP key

key to stop playback. When this key is pressed during dubbing operation, both the MD and CD decks stop simultaneously.

PLAY key

back. When this key is pressed during dubbing standby mode, the CD deck starts playback, the MD deck starts recording, and dubbing begins.

READY ( ) key

during playback or while stopped, the CD deck enters standby mode.

During CD playback, press this

Press this key to start CD play-

When this key is

This turns the CD Menu mode

Push this con-

When this key is pressed

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OPEN/CLOSE ( ) key

open or close the CD tray.

4 – Features and their functions—Front panel

Press this key to

DUBBING key

from CD to MD. For details, see “Dubbing from CD to MD” on page 34.

This is used when dubbing

MD Operation

MD Menu key

mode on or off. In MD Menu mode, the MD indicator ﬂashes, MD Menu options are indicated on the display, and settings can be performed.

NOTE

If the MD Menu key is pressed when the display master is CD, the CD indicator stays lit, while the MD indicator ﬂashes. If the MD Menu key is pressed when the display master is MD (MD indicator ON), the MD indicator will begin ﬂashing.

MD key / indicator

pressed, the indicator goes on, MD becomes the display master, and MD deck and disc information (such as settings and time) are shown on the display. Even when the power is turned off, the display master setting is retained.

During playback, if this key is pressed once, the beginning of the current track is cued, and playback restarts; if it is pressed continuously, review playback (search) is performed.

During Title Input mode, this key is used to move the cursor to the left.

During playback, if this key is pressed once, the beginning of the next track is cued, and playback begins; if it is pressed continuously, cue playback (search) is performed.

During Title Input mode, this key is used to move the cursor to the right.

MD slot

or recording. With the label side up, insert in the direction of the arrow.

key

Insert a MiniDisc here for playback

This turns the MD Menu

When this key is

In normal mode, this key is used

INPUT SEL key

the recording input source for the MD deck. The key switches between ANALOG and DIGITAL. During Dubbing mode, the CD output signal is automatically selected as the source. Even when the power is turned off, the input source selection is retained.

INPUT (L / R) controls

used to adjust the input level when recording analog signals to MD. The left and right channels may be independently controlled.

EJECT ( ) key

MiniDisc.

STOP ( ) key

playback or recording.

If this key is pressed during dubbing, the MD deck and the CD player stop simultaneously.

During MD Editing mode, when this key is pressed, the Editing mode is cancelled, and the deck returns to Normal mode.

PLAY ( ) key

back when the MD deck is in stop or standby mode.

When this key is pressed during dubbing standby mode, the CD deck begins playback and the MD deck begins recording, and dubbing begins.

READY ( ) key

during MD playback or while stopped, the MD deck enters standby mode.

When this key is pressed during MD recording, the MD deck enters recording standby mode.

RECORD ( ) key

and there is no MiniDisc in the mechanism, the input signal can be monitored.

If a recordable MiniDisc is inserted into the mechanism while it is stopped, when this key is pressed, the MD deck enters recording standby mode, and the input signal can be monitored.

When this key is pressed during recording, a track mark is entered at that point and a new track is started.

PITCH control / Indicator

trol to turn the pitch control function on or off. When it is on, the indicator lights up, and pitch can be controlled +/- 12.5%. During ON mode, signals cannot be output from the digital output terminals [DIGI-

This key is used to select

These controls are

Press this to eject the

Press this key to stop MD

Press this key to start play-

When this key is pressed

Push this con-

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TAL (OPTICAL) – OUTPUTS – MD terminals]. Even when the power is turned off, the pitch control ON/OFF setting is retained.

KEYBOARD connector

compatible keyboard with PS/2 interface can be con-

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Display

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This display shows various types of operation information, including CD and MD disc information, deck operation modes, and menu status. Disc and deck information for either CD and MD are shown by pressing either the CD key or the MD key, and the deck selected becomes the display master. Also, the CD Menu key or the MD Menu key can be pressed to call up the CD Menu or the MD Menu.

ASDFG

nected to this terminal to enable certain operations of the MD-CD1 with the keyboard. Title input operations, in particular, can be performed with greater efﬁciency.

R T

A. TRACK

ter deck’s Auto Track function is on.

Meter

either the CD or MD deck, as well as the recording level of the MD deck.

A-B Repeat function is on.

This lights when the display master deck’s

A-B

This lights when the display mas-

This displays the playback level or

TOC

When the most recent TOC (Table of Contents) data has not been recorded, this lights up red. During TOC recording, the indicator ﬂashes.

Track number display

or selection, the track number is displayed.

in the CD deck.

LP4, MONO)

the MiniDisc. If the disc was recorded in Normal mode, it does not light up.

display mode, TOTAL or REMAIN are lit. Counter display indication is in minutes (three digits) and seconds (two digits).

Change function is on.

deck’s Pitch Control function is on.

deck’s Auto Cue function is on.

ter deck’s Auto Ready function is on.

This indicator is lit when and MP3 disc is

MP3

MD recording mode display (LP2,

This indicates the recording mode of

Counter display

This lights when the CD deck’s Key

KEY

PITCH

A. CUE

A. READY

This lights when the display master

This lights when the display mas-

Depending on the time

During playback

REPEAT

deck’s Repeat function is on.

SYNC

mode.

REC

ing, or in recording standby mode.

OPTICAL

source is set to digital.

This lights when the display master

This lights during SYNC recording

This lights when the MD deck is record-

This lights when the MD input

t ANALOG This lights when the MD input

source is set to analog.

u SINGLE This lights when the display master

deck is in single playback mode.

v RANDOM This lights when the display mas-

ter deck is in random playback mode.

w PROGRAM This lights when the display

master deck is in program playback mode.

x This lights when the display master deck is

in playback or playback standby mode. Also, when the Auto Cue function is on, it ﬂashes during Auto Cue point search.

y This lights when the display master deck is

in recording or playback standby mode.

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DISC, GROUP, TRACK display

lights up when the display master deck has a disc loaded and is stopped.

GROUP lights up when the display master is the CD deck and the Directory mode is on, or when the display master is the MD deck and the group mode is on.

TRACK is indicated during playback or playback standby.

Character display

information, menu, message and operation status are displayed.

Disc information, track

DISC

CAPS,

to indicate either CAPS or Japanese character mode. In lower case letter mode, there is no indication.

EOM

disc time is less than the EOM set value.

This lights when the remaining track/

These light during title input

on.

This lights when the Timer Play function is

Rear Panel

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ANALOG INPUT MD Terminals

analog line input terminals for the MD deck are for RCA pin jacks. Rated input level is –10 dBV.

ANALOG OUTPUTS – CD – COMMON

– MD Terminals

are for RCA pin jacks. Rated output level is –10 dBV.

The analog line output terminals

The

DIGITAL (OPTICAL) OUTPUTS – MD

– CD Terminals

minals (optical). The playback signals from the MD deck and the CD deck are output through their respective digital output terminals.

CONTROL I/O (RS-232C) Connector

These are the digital output ter-

CD: Outputs the CD deck signal.

COMMON: Outputs CD and MD signals. During playback of both decks, the output signal depends on the “COMMON?” option setting on the SYSTEM menu.

MD: Outputs the MD deck signal. During playback, the playback signal is output; during input monitoring, the source signal is output.

DIGITAL (OPTICAL) INPUT Terminal

This is the digital input terminal for the MD deck.

RS-232C compatible serial control from an external PC can be performed.

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Remote Control Unit

Shared operation keys

MD operation keys / CD operation keys

7 q t

6 0 w

NOTE

While these keys can also be used for character input during title input operation, in this manual they are referred to as “Number keys.”

P. MODE key

mode. During selection, the playback mode is indicated on the display in the following manner.

Normal playback (in disc order): no indication

Single playback: SINGLE lights up

Program playback: PROGRAM lights up

Random playback: RANDOM lights up

For the modes apart from normal playback, please refer to “Single-track playback” on page 29, “Program playback” on page 29and “Random playback on page 30.

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

INS key

key inserts a space at the cursor position.

This selects the playback

During MD Title Input mode, this

Shared operation keys

The 1 key is used to select CD or MD deck operation, while keys 2 and beyond are shared operation keys.

CD/MD selector

master. Refer to “Display master and remote master settings” on page 25. The following shared operation keys operate the functions of the remote control master deck (CD or MD selectable).

Number keys (0 – 9)

select track numbers and for time search. During MD Title Input mode, they can be used to input letters, codes, numbers and Japanese characters. Characters that can be input are indicated on the keys.

NOTE

Track number selection and time search can only be performed for the display master deck. These functions cannot be operated for the deck selected as the remote control master.

Selects the remote control

These are used to

DEL/CLR key

the track number is cleared when this key is pressed.

During program input, the selected program number track is deleted.

During title input, the character at the cursor position is deleted.

NO key

key on the unit.

ENT/YES key

the YES and ENTER keys on the unit.

REPEAT key

and off. When it is on, REPEAT lights up in the display. Refer to “Repeat playback” on page 27. Even when the power is turned off, the Repeat Mode setting is retained.

A-B REPEAT key

Repeat Mode on and off, and is used to set the section for repeat playback. Refer to “A to B repeat playback” on page 27.

AUTO CUE key

Mode on and off. When it is on, A CUE lights up in the display. Refer to “Auto cue” on page 26. Even when the power is turned off, the Auto Cue Mode setting is retained.

This operates the same way as the NO

During track number input,

This operates the same way as

This turns the Repeat Mode on

This turns the A-B

This turns the Auto Cue

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AUTO READY key

Ready Mode on and off. When it is on, A READY lights up in the display. Refer to “Auto ready (of a speciﬁed track)” on page 27. Even when the power is turned off, the Repeat mode setting is retained.

DIR/GROUP key

during stop, it turns on or off the MP3 disc directory playback mode (when the CD deck is the remote control master) or the MD group playback mode (when the MD deck is the remote control master).

Refer to “MP3 ﬁle directory playback” on page 32, and “MD group playback” on page 33.

TIME key

the TIME key on the unit.

DISPLAY key

mode, the current disc title is displayed.

When pressed during playback or playback standby mode, the current track title is displayed. Also, if the CD/MD Selector is set to the side which is not the current display master, pressing the DISPLAY key will change the current display master setting.

This operates in the same way as

This turns the Auto

When this key is pressed

When pressed during stop

DUBBING key

way as the DUBBING key on the unit. Refer to “Dubbing from CD to MD” on page 34.

PITCH key

pressing the PITCH key/dial on the MD and CD operation sections of the unit, and is used to turn the pitch control on and off. Refer to “Pitch control” on page 28. Even when the power is turned off, the pitch control on/off setting is retained.

PITCH +/- key

way as when rotating the PITCH key/dial on the MD and CD operation sections of the unit. When pitch control is on, the pitch value can be set. Refer to “Pitch control” on page 28. Even when the power is turned off, the pitch setting is retained.

This operates in the same

This operates in the same way as

This operates in the same

MENU key

the Menu of the current remote control master deck. It operates in the same way as the CD MENU and MD MENU keys on the unit.

MENU +/- key

is used to select menu options and make settings. It operates in the same way as the MULTI JOG dial on the unit.

FADER key

back standby, the sound will fade in when playback resumes. When pressed during CD playback, the sound will fade out.

When pressed during MD recording standby, the sound will fade in when recording begins. When pressed during MD recording, the recorded sound will fade out.

This key is used to turn on and off

During Menu Mode, this key

When pressed during CD play-

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