Tascam CD-500 User manual

D01136920A
CD-500/500B
CD Player
OWNER'S MANUAL

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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.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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 fit 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.
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.
Do not expose this apparatus to drips or splashes.
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Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such as
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vases, on the apparatus.
Do not install this apparatus in a confined space such
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as a book case or similar unit.
The apparatus draws nominal non-operating power
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from the AC outlet with its POWER or STANDBY/ON
switch not in the ON position.
The apparatus should be located close enough to the
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AC outlet so that you can easily grasp the power cord
plug at any time.
The mains plug is used as the disconnect device, the
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disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
Products with Class I construction are equipped with a
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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.
If the product uses batteries (including a battery pack
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or installed batteries), they should not be exposed to
sunshine, fire or excessive heat.
CAUTION for products that use replaceable lithium
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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.
Caution should be taken when using earphones or
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headphones with the product because excessive
sound pressure (volume) from earphones or head-
phones can cause hearing loss.
In North America use only on 120V supply.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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RACK-MOUNTING THE UNIT
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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.
NOTE
Leave 1U of space above the unit for ventilation.
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Allow at least 10 cm (4 in) at the rear of the unit for
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ventilation.
For U.S.A.
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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.
For European Customers
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CE Marking Information
a) Applicable electromagnetic environment: E4
b) Peak inrush current: 11 A
Disposal of electrical and electronic equipment
(a) All electrical and electronic equipment should be
disposed of separately from the municipal waste
stream via collection facilities designated by the
government or local authorities.
(b) By disposing of electrical and electronic equipment
correctly, you will help save valuable resources and
prevent any potential negative effects on human
health and the environment.
(c) Improper disposal of waste electrical and electronic
equipment can have serious effects on the
environment and human health because of the
presence of hazardous substances in the equipment.
(d) The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
symbol, which shows a wheeled bin that has been
crossed out, indicates that electrical and electronic
equipment must be collected and disposed of
separately from household waste.
(e) Return and collection systems are available to end
users. For more detailed information about the
disposal of old electrical and electronic equipment,
please contact your city office, waste disposal service
or the shop where you purchased the equipment.
Disposal of batteries and/or accumulators
(a) Waste batteries and/or accumulators should be
disposed of separately from the municipal waste
stream via collection facilities designated by the
government or 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.
(c) Improper disposal of waste batteries and/or
accumulators can have serious effects on the
environment and human health because of the
presence of hazardous substances in them.
(d) The WEEE symbol, which shows a wheeled bin that
has been crossed out, indicates that batteries and/
or accumulators must be collected and disposed of
separately from household waste.
Pb, Hg, C d
If a battery or accumulator contains more than the
specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/
or cadmium (Cd) as defined in the Battery Directive
(2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for those
elements will be indicated beneath the WEEE symbol.
(e) Return and collection systems are available to end
users. For more detailed information about the
disposal of waste batteries and/or accumulators,
please contact your city office, waste disposal service
or the shop where you purchased them.
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.
Safety Information

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CAUTIONS ABOUT BATTERIES
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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
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batteries could rupture or leak, causing fire or injury.
When installing batteries, pay attention to the polarity
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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
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disposal instructions indicated on the batteries and the
local disposal laws.
Do not use batteries other than those specified. Do not
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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.
Do not carry or store batteries together with small
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metal objects. The batteries could short, causing leak,
rupture or other trouble.
Do not heat or disassemble batteries. Do not put them
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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
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the battery case before inserting new batteries. If
the battery 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 off when you install and
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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
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battery could harm skin or clothing.
CAUTIONS ABOUT LASER RADIATION
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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.
Cautions:
DO NOT REMOVE THE PROTECTIVE HOUSING USING A
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SCREWDRIVER.
USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR
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PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE
SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS
RADIATION EXPOSURE.
IF THIS PRODUCT DEVELOPS TROUBLE, CONTACT YOUR
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NEAREST QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL, AND DO
NOT USE THE PRODUCT IN ITS DAMAGED STATE.
Optical pickup
Type : SF-DS29LE2
Manufacturer : SANYO Electric Co., Ltd.
Laser output : Less than 70 mW on the objective lens
Wavelength : 785 nm (Typical)
Standard : IEC60825-1 : 2007
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 ______________________________
Safety Information

TASCAM CD-500/500B 5
Contents
1 – Introduction ..............................................7
Differences between the CD-500 and CD-500B
models .................................................................................... 7
Features..................................................................................7
Included items .....................................................................8
About this manual.............................................................. 8
Trademarks............................................................................ 8
Precautions for placement and use..............................8
Connecting the power......................................................8
Beware of condensation...................................................8
Cleaning the unit.................................................................9
About discs............................................................................ 9
Handling of compact discs .......................................9
Slot loading of discs........................................................... 9
2 – Names and Functions of Parts ...............10
Front panel ..........................................................................10
Rear panel............................................................................12
Display...................................................................................13
Wireless remote control (TASCAM RC-500) .............14
3 – Preparation..............................................16
Making connections ........................................................16
Preparing the remote control ......................................17
Inserting batteries......................................................17
When to replace the batteries...............................17
Precautions about using batteries.......................17
Precautions about using the remote control...17
Remote control reception settings.............................17
Panel lock function ..........................................................18
4 – Menu .......................................................19
Menu structure ..................................................................19
Menu operation basics ...................................................19
5 – Operation ................................................20
Compatible disc and file types ....................................20
Directories and tracks on data CDs ............................20
Loading discs .....................................................................21
Inserting a disc............................................................21
Ejecting a disc..............................................................21
Eject block function ........................................................21
Playing back a CD..............................................................21
Selecting a track ................................................................21
Skipping to the next or previous track...............21
Designating track numbers....................................22
Selecting indexes and directories ..............................22
Using the SEARCH buttons............................................22
Using the jog function to search.................................22
Playback modes.................................................................23
Selecting the playback mode ...............................23
6 – Various Playback Functions ...................24
Auto-cue function ...........................................................24
Setting the auto-cue level ......................................24
Auto-ready function .......................................................24
Resume function...............................................................24
Call function .......................................................................25
Incremental play function ............................................25
Repeat playback ...............................................................25
Ordinary repeat playback ......................................25
A-B repeat playback..................................................25
Intro check mode .............................................................26
Power on play function...................................................26
Pitch control playback.....................................................26
Setting the pitch adjustment increment...........27
Changing the playback speed without changing
the pitch (KEY ORIG) ........................................................27
Program playback ............................................................27
Program setting mode.............................................27
Checking the program ............................................28
Editing the program..................................................28
Fade in/fade out playback.............................................28
Skip back playback ..........................................................29
Setting the skip back time ......................................29
Flash start function ..........................................................29
Relay playback ..................................................................30
7 – Other Functions ......................................31
Changing the playback time display mode.............31
Frame time display setting ...........................................31
End of track warning (EOM)...........................................31
Interval time setting ........................................................31
Outputting in mono ........................................................32
Controlling the player with a foot switch ................32
Setting the foot switch ............................................32
Using the foot switch................................................32
Foot switch mode settings.....................................32
Fader and event start ......................................................32
Fader start and stop ..................................................32
Event start ....................................................................33
Using the RS-232C connector ......................................33
Setting the baud rate ...............................................33
Restoring factory default settings ..............................33
Checking the firmware version....................................33
User data settings (CD-500B only)..............................34
Using the parallel control (CD-500B only)................34
8 – Troubleshooting .....................................35

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9 – Error Messages........................................36
10 – Specifications ........................................37
Media and formats ...........................................................37
Analog audio output ......................................................37
Digital audio output .......................................................37
Control input and output ..............................................37
Audio performance..........................................................37
Backup memory ...............................................................37
General .................................................................................38
Dimensional drawings ....................................................38
Contents

TASCAM CD-500/500B 7
1 – Introduction
Thank you very much for purchasing the TASCAM
CD-500/500B 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 unit, 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.
You can also download the Owner's Manual from the
TASCAM web site (http://tascam.com/).
Differences between the CD-500
and CD-500B models
The CD-500 is the standard model and the CD-500B is
a model with additional professional features. These
additional features include XLR balanced analog output
connectors, an AES/EBU digital output connector (XLR)
and a parallel external control connector.
Features
10-second anti-shock memory prevents skipping
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caused by vibrations, for example
Dedicated knob for ±16% pitch control
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Plays ordinary audio CDs, CD-R and CD-RW discs,
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including files in both MP3 and WAV formats
Cueing with one-frame precision
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Support for fader start and event start control
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Parallel control connector on CD-500B model
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When using the parallel connector (CD-500B only), the
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transport mode, including fader start and event start,
as well as flash start and direct start modes can be set
RS-232C serial connector can be used to connect a
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computer or external controller to control the unit
Program memory can store information for up to 100
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discs
Incremental play function
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Auto-ready function can automatically pause playback
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after track completes playing at the beginning of the
next track
Auto-cue function can ready the unit to start playback
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of a track from the moment sound starts
Transport and pitch can be controlled using a TASCAM
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RC-3F footswitch (sold separately)
Flash start function enables playback without delay
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(tracks 1–20 or the first 20 tracks in the program)
Number buttons on the front panel can be used for
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track selection and the flash start function
Skip back function can go back a few seconds (amount
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can be set) during playback
TASCAM RC-500 wireless remote control included (can
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be disabled using a setting on the main unit)
Gap between tracks during playback can be set
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Balanced output level can be set by making an internal
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adjustment (CD-500B only; requires servicing by
TASCAM technical support)
Panel buttons can be locked to prevent misoperation
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Eject block function can be used to prevent discs from
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being ejected during playback or when paused
Slot loading of discs
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RCA unbalanced outputs
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Coaxial digital output (S/PDIF)
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Optical digital output (S/PDIF)
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XLR balanced outputs (CD-500B only)
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XLR AES/EBU digital output (CD-500B only)
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Monophonic output possible
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Playback modes include all tracks (ALL), one track
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(SINGLE), program (up to 100 tracks) and random
Repeat modes include all tracks (ALL), one track
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(SINGLE), tracks in the program and looping of an A-B
interval
Display can be set to show track elapsed time, track
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remaining time or disc remaining time
CALL function can be used to return to the last point
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where playback started
Intro check function
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Fade in and fade out can be set from 0 to 10 seconds in
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0.5-second intervals
Automatic playback when power turned on possible
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Relay playback of multiple units possible
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Index search (audio CD (CD-DA) only) and directory
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search (MP3 or WAV file discs only) functions
Resume function remembers the last point when
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playback stopped
Support for EOM display showing the end of a track
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Headphones jack and level knob on the front panel for
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monitoring

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Included items
The included items are listed below.
Take care when opening the package not to damage the
items. Keep the package materials for transportation in
the future.
Please contact the store where you purchased this unit
if any of these items are missing or have been damaged
during transportation.
Main unit
•........................................................................................ 1
Power cord
•.................................................................................... 1
Wireless remote control (TASCAM RC-500)
•....................... 1
AAA batteries for the remote control unit
•......................... 2
A rack-mounting screw kit
•....................................................... 1
A warranty card
•........................................................................... 1
Owner’s manual (this manual)
•............................................... 1
NOTE
The batteries are not supplied for Taiwan.
About this manual
In this manual, we use the following conventions:
Unless otherwise specified, references to the“CD-500”
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also indicate CD-500B players.
The names of buttons and controls are given in the
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following typeface: SHIFT.
Messages on the unit’s display are shown like this:
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ON
The CD-DA format may also be mentioned as
•“audio
CD” format.
CDs on which MP3 or WAV audio files are recorded may
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be mentioned as “data CDs”.
Additional information is introduced in the styles
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below when needed:
TIP
Useful hints when using the unit.
NOTE
Explanation of actions in special situation and
supplement.
CAUTION
Instructions that should be followed to avoid injury,
damage to the unit or other equipment, and loss of data.
Trademarks
TASCAM is a trademark of TEAC Corporation, registered
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in the U.S. and other countries.
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from
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Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
Other company names, product names and logos
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in this document are the trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective owners.
Precautions for placement and
use
The operating temperature should be between 5°C and
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40°C (41°F and 104°F).
Do not install in the following types of places. Doing
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so could degrade the sound quality and/or cause
malfunctions.
Places with significant vibrations or that are
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otherwise unstable
Near windows or other places exposed to direct
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sunlight
Near heaters or other extremely hot places
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Extremely cold places
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Places with bad ventilation or high humidity
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Very dusty locations
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This unit can be installed at an angle of ±30°.
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Do not place any object on the unit for heat dissipation.
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Avoid installing this unit on top of any heat-generating
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electrical device such as a power amplifier.
Connecting the power
Insert the included power cord into the
•AC IN
connector completely.
Hold the power cord by the plug when connecting or
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disconnecting it.
Beware of condensation
If the unit is moved from a cold to a warm place, or
used immediately after a cold room has been heated or
otherwise exposed to a sudden temperature change,
condensation could occur. Should this happen, leave the
unit for one or two hours before turning the unit on.
1 – Introduction

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Cleaning the unit
To clean the unit, wipe it gently with a soft dry cloth. Do
not wipe with chemical cleaning cloths, benzene, paint
thinner, ethyl alcohol or other chemical agents to clean
the unit as they could damage the surface.
About discs
In addition to commercially-available music CDs, this unit
can play CD-R and CD-RW discs that have been recorded
in audio CD (CD-DA) format, as well as CD-R and CD-RW
discs that have MP3 audio and WAV audio files recorded
on them.
NOTE
8-cm CDs cannot be used with this unit. If you insert an
8-cm CD, the unit will eject it automatically. If it does not
eject far enough to remove, press the EJECT button.
Handling of compact discs
Always insert the compact discs in the slot with their
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label facing upward.
To remove a disc from its case, press down on the
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center of the disc holder, then lift the disc out, holding
it carefully by the edges.
Do not touch the signal side (the unlabeled side).
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Fingerprints, oils and other substances can cause errors
during playback.
To clean the signal side of a disc, wipe gently with a soft
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dry cloth from the center towards the outside edge.
Dirt on discs can lower the sound quality, so clean
them and always store them in a clean state.
Do not use any record spray, anti-static solutions,
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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.
Do not apply labels or other materials to discs. Do
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not use discs that have had tape, stickers or other
materials applied to their surface. Do not use discs that
have sticky residue from stickers, etc. Such discs could
become stuck in the unit or cause it to malfunction.
Never use a commercially available CD stabilizer. Using
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stabilizers with this player will damage the mechanism
and cause it to malfunction.
Do not use cracked discs.
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Only use circular compact discs. Avoid using non-
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circular promotional, etc. discs.
Music discs with copy control, a copy-protection
•
system, have been released form 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 unit.
Slot loading of discs
1 As shown in the illustration, hold the disc with the
labeled side up and insert it part way into the slot.
2 After you push the disc a little further, it will be
pulled in automatically just before it disappears
into the slot.
Trouble inserting a disc
If the disc becomes stuck during insertion, for example,
and is difficult to push, do not try to force the disc in. Pull
the disc out once and press the eject button and then
try inserting it again. (Trying to force the disc in could
damage the unit.)
1 – Introduction

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Front panel
2 – Names and Functions of Parts
1POWER switch
Press to turn the power on and off.
CAUTION
Before turning the power on, minimize the volume of
other equipment that is connected to this unit. Failure to
do so might cause sudden loud noises, which could harm
your hearing or result in other trouble.
2Disc slot
After inserting a disc partway, it will automatically be
pulled in.
3EJECT button
Press to eject a disc.
4Display
Shows various types of information.
5PITCH [MENU] knob
This is a multifunction knob that works as both a dial
and a button. Use this knob to set the pitch control
value, use menus, set the A-B repeat interval and as a
jog dial, for example.
Press this knob to turn the pitch control function on
and off. When it is on, turn this knob to adjust the
pitch. (See “Pitch control playback” on page 26.)
When in shift mode (when the SHIFT indicator is lit),
press this knob to open the menu.
When in menu mode, turn this knob to select items
and press it to confirm a selection. (See “Menu
operation basics” on page 19.)
When in jog mode, use this knob as a jog dial to search
one frame at a time. (See“Using the jog function to
search” on page 22.)
When using the A-B repeat function, press this knob
to set the A and B points. (See“A-B repeat playback” on
page 25.)
6SKIP Â/¯[INDEX/DIR SEARCH] buttons
Use these buttons for track selection (skipping).
When in shift mode (when the SHIFT indicator is lit),
use these to select indexes. When a data CD is loaded
however, use these to make directory selections
instead.
Set the auto-cue function to determine what happens
after selection. (See “Skipping to the next or previous
track” on page 21.)
In program setting mode, use these to select tracks for
the program.
7SEARCH Ô/[A.CUE/A.READY] buttons
During playback or when paused, press the Ô
button to search backward, and press the button
to search forward. (See“Using the SEARCH buttons”on
page 22.)
When in program setting mode, use these to select the
program number. (See “Program playback” on page
27.)
When in shift mode (when the SHIFT indicator is lit),
press the Ôbutton to turn the auto-cue function on
and off. (See “Auto-cue function”on page 24.)
When in shift mode (when the SHIFT indicator is lit),
press the button to turn the auto-ready function
on and off. (See “Auto-ready function” on page 24.)
8PHONES jack/knob
Connect stereo headphones to this standard stereo
phone jack. Use the PHONES knob to adjust the
headphones output level.
CAUTION
Before connecting headphones, turn the PHONES knob
to minimize the volume. Failure to do so might cause
sudden loud noises, which could harm your hearing or
result in other trouble.
9REMOTE jack (2.5-mm TS)
Use this jack to connect a TASCAM RC-3F foot switch
(sold separately). Use this remote control to start and
stop playback and other operations.
0Remote control receiver
This receives signals from the included TASCAM RC-
500 wireless remote control. Point the end of the
remote control toward here when using it.
qNumber buttons
Use these number buttons to designate track numbers
to select songs. Input two digits for audio CDs and
three digits for data CDs. (See “Designating track
numbers”on page 22.)

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When in shift mode (when the SHIFT indicator is lit),
press the 1 [FLASH] button to turn the flash start
function on and off.
wCLEAR [1-10/11-20] button
Press this button to cancel the input of a number
button.
Press and hold when the program menu is open to
clear the program.
Press this button to switch between track and flash
start program numbers 1-10 and 11-20.
eDISPLAY [LOCK] button
Press this button when the playback time is shown to
switch the playback time display mode (track elapsed
time, track remaining time or total remaining time).
(See “Changing the playback time display mode” on
page 31.)
When in menu mode, press this button to exit menu
mode.
When in shift mode (when the SHIFT indicator is
lit), press and hold this button to turn the panel lock
function on and off. This function prevents the use of
the buttons to avoid misoperation.
rSHIFT button and indicator
Press this button to activate shift mode. When the
shift mode is active, the indicator lights and the shift
functions of other buttons are enabled. (Shift functions
are shown below buttons with white lettering on a
dark blue background.)
Press the SHIFT button again to deactivate the
shift mode. (The SHIFT indicator is not lit when
deactivated.)
Press this button when in menu mode to exit menu
mode.
tª(stop) [INTRO CHECK] button
Press to stop playback.
If the incremental playback function is activated, press
this button during playback to pause at the beginning
of the next track.
When stopped, activate shift mode (SHIFT indicator
lit), and press this button to activate the intro check
mode. When this mode is activated, press the Á(play)
[REPEAT] button to play the first 10 seconds of each
track in succession. (See “Intro check mode” on page
26.)
NOTE
Even when shift mode is active (SHIFT indicator lit),
pressing this button during playback will stop playback.
yCALL [PLAY MODE] button
Press this button to return to the point where playback
was last started and pause.
When in shift mode (when the SHIFT indicator is
lit), press this button to switch the playback mode
(ordinary, single, program or random). (See “Playback
modes”on page 23.)
Ordinary single programrandom
uÁ(play) [REPEAT] button and indicator
When stopped, press this button to start playback. (The
indicator lights during playback.)
When paused, press this button to resume playback.
During playback, press this button to return to the
point that was previously set. (See“Skip back playback”
on page 29.)
When in shift mode (when the SHIFT indicator is lit),
press this button to turn the repeat playback function
on or off. (See “Ordinary repeat playback” on page 25.)
When in shift mode (when the SHIFT indicator is lit),
press and hold this button for more than a second
during playback or when paused to turn the A-B
repeat function on. (See “A-B repeat playback” on page
25.)
iπ(pause) [JOG] button and indicator
Press during playback to pause (indicator lights).
When the auto-cue function is on, press when stopped
to pause at the instant when sound begins in track 1.
When the auto-cue function is off, press when stopped
to pause at the beginning of track 1.
When in shift mode (when the SHIFT indicator is lit),
pause the unit to enable jog mode. (Alternatively,
activate shift mode when already paused.) (See “Using
the jog function to search” on page 22.)
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12 TASCAM CD-500/500B
2 – Names and Functions of Parts
Rear panel
CD-500 rear panel
CD-500B rear panel
oCONTROL I/O START (RELAY IN) and DISC EOM
(RELAY OUT) jacks (3.5-mm mini-jacks)
Use these jacks for fader start and event start, as well
as for relay playback of multiple CD-500 and CD-500B
units. (See “Relay playback” on page 30 and“Fader and
event start” on page 32.)
pCONTROL I/O RS-232C connector
This is a D-sub 9-pin RS-232C serial control connector.
Connect an external controller, for example, here. (See
“Using the RS-232C connector” on page 33.)
aDIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) connector
The digital CD playback signal is output in S/PDIF
format.
sDIGITAL OUT (COAXIAL) connector
The digital CD playback signal is output in S/PDIF
format.
NOTE
When playing back MP3 or WAV files, the sampling
•
frequency of this unit’s digital outputs is 44.1 kHz.
When using the pitch control function while playing
•
an audio CD or another disc with MP3 or WAV files, the
digital output is at a fixed sampling frequency of 44.1
kHz.
dANALOG OUT (UNBALANCED) jacks
These are analog outputs for the CD playback signal.
The maximum output level is +6 dBV.
fANALOG OUT (BALANCED) connectors (CD-500B
only)
These are balanced analog outputs for the CD
playback signal. The maximum output level is +20 dBu.
(1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD)
gDIGITAL OUT (AES/EBU) connector (CD-500B only)
This is a balanced digital audio XLR connector that
outputs AES3-2003/IEC 60958-4 (AES/EBU) format.
NOTE
If the signal is not output from this connector correctly,
confirm that the“22 U-DATA”menu item is set to“OFF”. (See
“User data settings” on page 34.)
hCONTROL I/O PARALLEL connector (CD-500B only)
This is a D-sub 25-pin parallel control connector. Use
this to connect an external controller, for example. (See
“Fader start and stop”on page 32 and “Using parallel
control”on page 34.)
jAC IN connector
Connect the included power cord here.

TASCAM CD-500/500B 13
Display
1Track number
This shows the track number during playback and
track selection.
When an audio CD is loaded, a two-digit track number
is shown. When a data CD is loaded, a three-digit track
number is shown
When in menu mode, the menu number is shown
here.
2TRACK indicator
This appears when a disc that has files that this unit
can play back is loaded.
3MP3 indicator
This appears when an MP3 disc is loaded.
4INDEX DIR number
During playback and selection, the index number
(audio CD) or directory number (data CD) is shown
here.
5Playback time display mode indicator
When the time display is showing the playback time,
the following appears depending on the display mode.
(See “Changing the playback time display mode” on
page 31.)
When the playback time display mode is set to
•
remaining time, T.REMAIN appears.
When the playback time display mode is set to track
•
remaining time, REMAIN appears.
When the playback time display mode is set to
•
track elapsed time, nothing appears here. Likewise,
nothing appears when in menu mode or program
setting mode.
6Time display
This shows the time of the current playback position.
When in menu mode, the menu item is shown. When
menu items are shown, the letters appear as follows.
7Playback mode indicators
The current playback mode is shown.
Ordinary (all tracks)
•
playback mode:
Nothing appears
Single playback mode:
•
S appears
Program playback mode:
•
PGM appears
Random playback mode:
•
RANDOM appears
8Repeat mode indicators
The repeat mode is shown. (See “Repeat playback” on
page 25 and “A-B repeat playback” on page 25.)
Repeat mode:
•
REPEAT appears
A-B repeat mode:
•
REPEAT and A-B appear
(Before the A and B points have been set, the indicator
shown here will vary depending on the status. For
details, see “A-B repeat playback” on page 25.)
9PITCH indicator (and pitch adjustment)
When the pitch control function is ON, PITCH
appears, and the amount of speed change is shown.
(See “Pitch control playback” on page 26.)
When in menu mode, the setting value of the menu
item is shown.
0A.CUE (auto-cue) indicator
When the auto-cue function is on, A.C U E appears.
(See “Auto-cue function”on page 24.)
qA.RDY (auto-ready) indicator
When the auto-ready function is on, A.RDY appears.
(See “Auto-ready function”on page 24.)
wRELAY (relay playback) indicator
When the relay playback function is on, RELAY
appears. (See “Relay playback” on page 30.)
eFADE indicator
When the fade in/out function is on, FADE appears.
(See “Fade in/fade out playback” on page 28.)
rMONO indicator
When the mono output function is on, MONO appears.
(See “Outputting in mono”on page 32.)
tRESUME indicator
When the resume function is on, RESUME appears.
(See “Resume function” on page 24.)
yINCR indicator (incremental play)
When the incremental play function is on, INCR
appears. (See “Incremental play function” on page 25.)
uKEY ORIG (original key) indicator
When the original key function is on, KEY ORIG
appears. (See “Changing the playback speed without
changing the pitch (KEY ORIG)”on page 27.)
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14 TASCAM CD-500/500B
Wireless remote control (TASCAM
RC-500)
1FLASH button
Press to turn the flash start function on and off.
2DISPLAY button
Press this button to change the playback time display
mode shown (track elapsed time, track remaining time
or remaining time). (See “Changing the playback time
display mode” on page 31.)
When in menu mode, press this button to exit menu
mode.
3PITCH and −/+ buttons
Press the PITCH button to turn the pitch control
function on and off. Use the –and +buttons to set the
pitch control value. (See “Pitch control playback” on
page 26.)
4A.CUE/DEL button
Press this to turn the auto-cue function on and off. (See
“Auto-cue function” on page 24.)
Use this also to delete program tracks. (See“Program
playback” on page 27.)
5A.RDY/INS button
Press this to turn the auto-ready function on and off.
(See “Auto-ready function”on page 24.)
Use this also to add program tracks. (See “Program
playback” on page 27.)
6MENU button
Press this button to enter menu mode. When in menu
mode, press this button to exit menu mode. (See“Menu
operation basics” on page 19.)
7ENTER button
When in menu mode, press to confirm a menu item
selection or setting value. (See “Menu operation basics”
on page 19.)
When using the A-B repeat function, press this to set
the A and B points. (See “A-B repeat playback” on page
25.)
8Number buttons
Use these number buttons to designate track numbers
to select songs. Input two digits for audio CDs and
three digits for data CDs. (See “Designating track
numbers”on page 22.)
9SKIP (Â/¯) buttons
Use these buttons for track selection (skipping).
Set the auto-cue function to determine what happens
after selection. (See “Skipping to the next or previous
track” on page 21.)
In program setting mode, use these to select tracks for
the program. (See“Program playback” on page 27.)
0INDEX/DIR SEARCH (Ó/Á) buttons
Use these to select indexes on an audio CD or
directories on a data CD. Set the auto-cue function
to determine what happens after selection. (See
“Selecting indexes and directories”on page 22.)
qªSTOP button
Press to stop playback. If the incremental play function
is activated, press this button during playback to pause
at the beginning of the next track. (See “Incremental
play function” on page 25.)
wCALL button
During playback or when paused, press this button
to return to the point where playback was last started
and pause. (See “Call function”on page 25.)
eEJECT button
Press this to eject a disc.
rPLAY MODE button
Press this button to cycle through the playback modes.
Choose from ordinary, single, program and random.
Ordinary single programrandom
tKEY ORIG button
Turn the original key function, which changes the
speed without changing the pitch, on and off. (See
“Changing the playback speed without changing the
pitch (KEY ORIG)” on page 27.)
yINTRO CHECK button
When stopped, during playback or when paused,
press this button to activate intro check mode. When
in intro check mode, press the ÁPLAY button to play
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TASCAM CD-500/500B 15
the first 10 seconds of each track in succession. (See
“Intro check mode” on page 26.)
uREPEAT button
Press to turn the repeat playback function on and off.
(See “Repeat playback” on page 25.)
Press and hold for more than one second to turn the
A-B repeat function on. (See “A-B repeat playback” on
page 25.)
iNEXT button
When in menu mode, press to select the next value
(menu item or setting value). (See “Menu operation
basics”on page 19.)
oPREV button
When in menu mode, press to select the previous
value (menu item or setting value). (See “Menu
operation basics” on page 19.)
pPGM button
Press to open program setting mode. (See “Program
playback” on page 27.)
aCLEAR button
Press this button to cancel the input of a number
button.
Press and hold when the program menu is open to
clear the program.
sSEARCH (Ô/) buttons
During playback or when paused, press the Ô
button to search backward, and press the button
to search forward. (See“Using the SEARCH buttons”on
page 22.)
When in program setting mode, use these to select the
program number. (See “Program playback” on page
27.)
dJOG (−/+) buttons
When paused, press a JOG (+or −) button to enter jog
mode. Press the +button to advance one frame, and
press the −button to go back one frame. (See “Using
the jog function to search” on page 22.)
fπPAUSE button
Press during playback to pause.
When the auto-cue function is on, press when stopped
to pause at the instant when sound begins in track 1.
When the auto-cue function is off, press when stopped
to pause at the beginning of track 1.
gÁPLAY button
When stopped, press this button to start playback.
When paused, press this button to resume playback.
When the incremental play function is on, press this
button during playback to start playback of the next
track. When the incremental play function is off, press
this button during playback to use skip back playback.
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16 TASCAM CD-500/500B
Making connections
The illustration below shows an example of connecting other equipment with a CD-500B.
Precautions before making connections
Before connecting other devices to the unit, read their manuals carefully.
•
Turn off the power (or put power into standby mode) for this unit and all equipment that will be connected to it.
•
Connect all the devices to the same power supply line. When using a power strip, for example, use a thick cable with a
•
high current capacity to minimize variation in the power voltage.
USB
Computer
DIGITAL
IN
(COAXIAL)
DIGITAL
IN
(OPTICAL)
Digital input of
mixer, recorder,
amplier, etc.
ANALOG
IN
(UNBALANCED)
Analog input of
mixer, recorder,
amplier, etc.
ANALOGIN
(BALANCED)
Analog inputs of
mixer, recorder,
amplier, etc.
(CD-500B only)
DIGITALIN
(AES/EBU)
Digital input of mixer,
digital recorder,
digital amplier, etc.
(CD-500B only)
Headphones
Foot switch
TASCAM RC-3F
(sold separately)
External controller
(CD-500B only)
Connecting a foot switch
Connect a TASCAM RC-3F foot switch (sold separately) to
the REMOTE connector to enable it to control some unit
operations. (See“Controlling the player with a foot switch”
on page 32.)
Connecting headphones
Connect stereo headphones to the PHONES jack on the
front panel. Use the PHONES knob to adjust the volume.
CAUTION
Before connecting headphones, turn the PHONES knob
to minimize the volume. Failure to do so might cause
sudden loud noises, which could harm your hearing or
result in other trouble.
Connecting with a computer
Connect the RS-232C connector on this unit to a RS-232C
connector on a computer to allow serial control of this
unit from that computer.
After connecting the unit to a computer, make
transmission settings correctly on this unit. (See “Using
the RS-232C connector” on page 33.)
Connecting digital audio equipment
Connect the digital inputs of stereo amplifiers, mixers,
recorders and other digital equipment to this unit’s digital
output connectors.
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TASCAM CD-500/500B 17
Connecting analog audio equipment
Connect the analog inputs of stereo amplifiers, mixers,
recorders and other analog equipment to this unit’s
analog output connectors.
NOTE
Cables are not included with this unit
Using parallel control (CD-500B only)
To use an external controller for parallel control of the
CD-500B, use the CONTROL I/O PARALLEL connector
(D-Sub 15-pin). For the pin assignments of the PARALLEL
connector, see “Using the parallel connector [CD-500B
only]” on page 32.
Preparing the remote control
Inserting batteries
1 Open the cover on the back of the remote control.
2 Insert two AAA batteries with the correct ±
orientations.
3 Close the cover.
NOTE
The batteries are not supplied for Taiwan.
When to replace the batteries
Replace both batteries with new ones when the range
of the remote control becomes short or if the buttons
become unresponsive.
Precautions about using batteries
Misuse of batteries could cause them to leak, rupture or
otherwise be damaged. Please read and abide by the
precautions on the battery labels when using them. See
page 4 of this manual for additional precautions.
Precautions about using the remote
control
When using other devices controlled by infrared rays,
•
use of this remote control might operate these devices
by mistake.
Use the remote control within the following range.
•
Remote sensor
15° 15°
Operation distance
Directly in front: Within 7 meters
15° left or right: Within 7 meters
Remote control reception
settings
Operation of the unit using the remote control can be
disabled in order to prevent misoperation.
Use the 15 IR menu item to set whether or not the unit
can be operated by remote control (default value: ON ).
NOTE
If remote control reception has been set to
•
OFF , IR
OFF will appear on the display when any of the remote
control buttons are pushed.
The remote control reception setting (on/off) is saved
•
even if the unit’s power is turned off.
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18 TASCAM CD-500/500B
Panel lock function
When in shift mode (when the SHIFT indicator is lit),
press and hold the DISPLAY [LOCK] button to turn the
panel lock function on or off. When it is on, all the buttons
on the front panel of the unit (except the SHIFT and
DISPLAY [LOCK] buttons) and the remote control are
disabled. LOCKED will appear on the display if you push
any of the buttons.
NOTE
Even when the panel lock function is enabled, the
•
unit can be controlled by a TASCAM RC-3F foot switch
connected to the REMOTE jack on the front panel
and external controllers connected to the RS-232C
connector and CONTROL I/O PARALLEL connectors
on the rear panel.
The panel lock setting (on/off) is saved even if the unit
•
power is turned off.
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TASCAM CD-500/500B 19
Use the unit’s menu system to make various settings.
Among the menu setting items are some that can also be
set using dedicated buttons on the remote control.
Menu structure
The menu structure of the unit includes the following
items.
Menu
number Item Function set Reference
01 Origin Original key Page 27
02 EJECT Eject block Page 21
03 A-CUE Auto-cue level Page 24
04 Prog Program Page 27
05 FADE Fade in/out playback Page 29
06 RELAY Relay playback Page 30
07 P onPL Power on play Page 26
08 Mono Mono output Page 32
09 RESUM Resume Page 24
10 EOM EOM (TRACK EOM) time
display Page 31
11 Inc-P Incremental play Page 25
12 P-STEP Pitch control steps Page 27
13 232C Baud rate Page 33
14 S-BAC Skip back Page 29
15 IR Remote control reception Page 17
16 INTVAL Silent interval between
tracks Page 31
17 FRAM Frame time display Page 31
18 REMOT Foot switch mode Page 32
19 FLASH Flash start Page 29
20 RESET Restore unit to factory
defaults Page 33
21 INFO View the firmware version Page 33
22 U-DATA User data settings (AES/
EBU, CD-500B only) Page 34
23 PARALL Set the parallel function
(CD-500B only) Page 34
Menu operation basics
The basic procedures for making settings using the menu
system are as follows.
1 When the display shows the usual playback
information, activate the menu mode in which you
can select menu items by using the unit’s front
panel buttons or the included TASCAM RC-500
remote control.
When using the front panel buttons:
•In shift mode
(when the SHIFT indicator is lit), press the PITCH
[MENU] knob.
When using the remote control:
•Press the MENU
button.
The center area of the display shows the menu item
selected. The menu item that was selected the last
time that the unit was in menu mode appears.
Menu item number Menu item name Setting
2 Use the unit’s front panel buttons or the remote
control to conduct the following operation to select
the desired menu item.
When using the front panel buttons:
•Turn the
PITCH [MENU] knob or use the number buttons to
select the menu item, and press the PITCH [MENU]
knob to confirm.
When using the remote control:
•Use the PREV
and NEXT buttons, as well as the number buttons to
select the menu item, and press the ENTER button
to confirm.
NOTE
The menu item number blinks before it has been
•
confirmed.
When using the number buttons input two digits
•
to select menu items. For example, to select menu
number 06 , press the 0button followed by the 6
button.
The following step (3) applies to all items except 04
PROG , 19 FLASH , 20 RESET and 21 INFO . See
their explanations for instructions about how to use
these items.
3 Select the desired value.
When using the front panel buttons:
•Turn the
PITCH [MENU] knob to select the value and press
the PITCH [MENU] knob to confirm the setting.
When using the remote control:
•Use the PREV
and NEXT buttons to select the value and press the
ENTER button to confirm the setting.
NOTE
When a value different from the active setting is
•
selected, the value blinks. After the new setting is
confirmed, menu mode ends and the display shows
the usual playback information again.
To quit menu mode without changing a setting, press
•
the SHIFT button or DISPLAY [LOCK] button on the
front panel of the unit, or press the MENU button on
the remote control.
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20 TASCAM CD-500/500B
Compatible disc and file types
This unit can play the following types of discs and files.
CD-DA format discs (audio CDs)
This unit can play commercially-available music CDs and
CD-R and CD-RW discs that have been recorded in audio
CD format. These types of discs are called “audio CDs” in
this manual.
This unit cannot play unfinalized CD-R or CD-RW discs.
CD-ROM format discs (data CDs)
This unit can play discs that have MP3 and WAV files and
use ISO 9660 Level 1, Level 2 or Joliet file system formats.
These types of discs are called “data CDs” in this manual.
NOTE
This unit can play back MP3 files that have sampling
•
frequencies of 32, 44.1 and 48 kHz and have bit-rates of
32–320 kbps or are variable bit-rate (VBR).
This unit can play back WAV files that have sampling
•
frequencies of 32 kH/44.1 kHz/48 kHz and are 16-bit.
CAUTION
When playing back MP3 or WAV files, the sampling
•
frequency of this unit’s digital outputs is 44.1 kHz.
When the pitch control function is enabled, output is
also digital, and some devices might not be able to
receive digital output from this unit.
This unit uses the “.mp3” file extension to recognize
•
MP3 files. Always add the “.mp3” extension to MP3 file
names. The player cannot play back MP3 files that do
not have the“.mp3”extension. In addition to having
the “.mp3” extension, the file must also be in the proper
MP3 data format to allow playback by this unit.
This unit uses the“.wav” file extension to recognize WAV
•
files. Always add the“.wav” extension to WAV file names.
The player cannot play back WAV files that do not have
the “.wav” extension. In addition to having the“.wav”
extension, the file must also be in the proper WAV data
format to allow playback by this unit.
Discs that contain more than 1000 files or 255
•
directories might not play back correctly.
Depending on the condition of a disc, this unit might
•
not be able to play it back, or skipping might occur.
Directories and tracks on data
CDs
This unit treats all the audio (WAV and MP3) files on data
CDs as “tracks.” Some data CDs store files inside directories
(folders) in the same way that ordinary computers do. In
addition, directories can be stored inside other directories
creating a multilevel structure.
This unit assigns a directory number to each directory
to manage them. Directory numbers are assigned
sequentially starting with the directories at the highest
level followed by the directories (subfolders) inside them.
If the root directory of a data CD contains one or more
audio files, it will be numbered as the first directory.
Each audio file is also assigned a track number. Track
numbers are assigned in order starting from those in the
lowest numbered directory.
During ordinary playback of data CDs, tracks are played
back in the assigned numerical order just like those on an
audio CD.
Directories that do not directly contain audio files are not
given numbers. For example, in the illustration below the
directory that contains Directory 5 is not given a number.
(DIR 1)
: Directory (Folder)
: MP3/WAV le
An example of data CD structure
5 – Operation