Teac PICO4 User Manual
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CD Copy Station Pico-4
User's manual
To ensure the smooth handling of your warranty please write the serial number of
your device into the box. In the case of warranty you are expected to send it together with a copy of your invoice to your nearest TEAC sales representative.
• Changes in specifications and features may be made with-
out notice or obligation.
• Copyright © 2002, TEAC Deutschland GmbH. All rights re-
served. First edition: March 2002
• Company and product names provided herein are trade-
marks of their respective companies.
CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ............................................................................ 32
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.......................................... 32
IMPORTANT (for U.K. Customers) ............................................. 32
IMPORTANT (for U.S.A. Customers).......................................... 33
For the Consumers in Europe .................................................... 33
1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..................................... 34
2. GENERAL DESCRIPTION ......................................................... 37
2.1 Installing the Pico-4 .............................................................. 38
2.2 Components of the Pico-4 ................................................... 38
2.3 Basic Operations .................................................................. 41
3. MODES ....................................................................................... 43
3.1 Disc Copy ............................................................................. 43
3.2 Test Write Mode.................................................................... 46
3.3 Possible Problems When Copying or in Test Write Mode .... 47
3.4 Compare CD-ROM............................................................... 49
3.5 Play Audio Track ................................................................... 51
3.6 Setting the Writing Speed .................................................... 53
4. SPECIFICATION ......................................................................... 54
5. TECHNICAL SUPPORT.............................................................. 55
Technical Service Depots (Europe)............................................ 55
WARRANTY ................................................................................... 57
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Contents
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INTRODUCTION
The stand-alone CD Copy Station reproduces CDs without the necessity for a PC, additional software packages, or any kind of adapter
cards. It is equipped with four TEAC IDE Writers and an IDE CD-ROM
drive, and so can copy CDs quickly and without any problems – the
data are simply read by the CD-ROM. So: insert the “master CD”, put
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the blank CDs into the recorders and start the burn procedure at the
press of a button. It could not be any easier!
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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 fead or consult your dealer. If nonetheless
the mains plug is cut off, remove the fuse and dispose the plug immediately, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to
the mains supply.
If this product is not provided with mains plug, or one has to be fitted,
then follow the instructions given below:
IMPORTANT:
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with
the following code:
GREEN-AND-YELLOW EARTH
BLUE NEUTRAL
BROWN LIVE
WARNING:
This apparatus must be earthed.
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not
correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your
plug proceed as follows:
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Introduction
The wire which is coloured GREEN-and-YELLOW must be connected
to the terminal in the plug which is marked by the letter E or by the
safety earth symbol or coloured GREEN or GREEN-and-YELLOW.
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 AN APPROVED ELECTRICIAN.
IMPORTANT (for U.S.A. Customers)
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.
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CAUTION
Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly
approved by TEAC Deutschland GmbH for compliance could
void the users 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.
Important Safety Precautions
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1. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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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) Head 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.
CAUTION:
– Read all of these instructions.
– Save these Instructions for later use.
– Follow all warnings and instructions later on the audio equip-
ment.
7) Water and Moisture – Do not use this product near water – for
example near bath rub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tab, 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
persons, 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 rec-
ommended 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.
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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 similiar 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 on.
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 your local power company.
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,
convenience receptacles and the point where they exit from the product.
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14) Lightning – For added protection for this product during a light-
ning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of
time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the cables system.
This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line
surges.
15) Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or
integral convenience receptacles as this can result in the risk of fire or
electric shock.
16) 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.
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17) 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.
18) Damage Requiring Service – Unplug this product from the wall
outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
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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
e) If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
f) When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance – this
19) 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 shocks, or other
hazards.
20) 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.
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.
indicates a need for service.
21) 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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2. GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Pico-4 CD duplicator provides you with a quick and simple method
of copying your original audio material in CD format at more than realtime speeds, using easily-obtainable, low-cost CD-R and CD-RW media, with no auxiliary equipment or computer system required. It it especially useful for duplicating material produced using the TEAC CD
Writer series on CD-R media. The Pico-4 can also be used to duplicate
CD-ROM material of which you own copyright or for which you have
appropriate permission.
NOTE
This product is designed to aid professional users in publishing
small CD-based circulations. To copy and distribute CDs you
have to own the copyright, or the permission from the copyright
owner or the rightful licensor. Unless you own the copyright, or
have obtained the appropriate permission from the copyright
owner or the rightful licensor, your unauthorized recording, reproduction or distribution thereof, may result in severe civil and
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
Deutschland GmbH be responsible for any consequences of
any illegal copying performed using the Pico-4.
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Depending on the quality of the source CD, it is possible to copy material at up to eight times the real-time rate (selectable from the front
panel), making it convenient for rapid duplication of a number of identical discs, etc.
Please consider that it is impossible to copy UDF-CDs (Incremental
Packet Writing). Please consider also that copying of CDs with copy
protection or scratched surface may be impossible.
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NOTE
Although the operation of the Pico-4 is relatively straightforward, we strongly suggest that you read this manual before
starting operations. There are a few factors affecting the production of CD-R discs using the Pico-4 which may not be immediately obvious.
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2.1 Installing the Pico-4
There are no connections to be made to and from the Pico-4 other
than the power connection on the rear Panel, as the unit is completely
self-contained.
2.2 Components of the Pico-4
On the rear side of the Pico-4 the power connector is located which
has to be connected with the shipped power cord.
Fan
Audio
Connector
Connector
for power
adapter
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➀
The Rear Panel of the Pico-4
➀ POWER switch
Press this switch once to power on the unit, and again to turn it off.
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2. General Description
In the following a description of the user controls is given which are
located on top of the Pico-4.
➂
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➁
MODE
ENTER
➃
➁ Display
The 2 x 16 LCD display displays the menus and submenus available,
and also provides information on the status of the current operation, as
well as displaying error messages, etc.
➂ MODE key
The MODE key is used to cycle through the different menus and options available to put the unit into the different modes, as explained
below.
➃ ENTER key
The ENTER key is used to confirm the selection of menu items and
options, and also acts as a ‘’start’’ key to start operations.
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