Tascam MD-CD1mkII User manual

D01142520A
MD-CD1@$
Minidisc Deck/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.
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.
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 labels required in this regulation are shown at 1and
2.
21503-W
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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.
CLASS 1M INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN
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AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED. DO NOT VIEW DIRECTLY
WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS.
MD drive optical pickup:
Type : HPM-312S
Manufacturer : SHARP CORPORATION
Laser output : Playback0.6 mW
Recording: According to TOC information.
(Approx. 4.5 mW on MMD-318)
Wavelength : 785 nm
Standard : IEC60825-1 Edidion 1.2-2001
CD drive optical pickup:
Type : SF-P151NVD
Manufacturer : Sanyo Electric Co,Ltd.
Laser output : LessThan0.2mWonthe
objective lens
Wavelength : 790+10/–15 nm
Standard : IEC60825-1: 2007 / EN60825-1:2007
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1 Read these instructions.
2 Keep these instructions.
3 Heed all warnings.
4 Follow all instructions.
5 Do not use this apparatus near water.
6 Clean only with dry cloth.
7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
ampliers) that produce heat.
9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding
type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does
not 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.

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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.
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.
This appliance has a serial number located on the top
panel. Please record the model number and serial
number and retain them for your records.
Model number ______________________________
Serial number ______________________________
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 of batteries, isolate their
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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
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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.
Safety Information
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Contents
1 – Introduction ..............................................8
Features..................................................................................8
Included items ..................................................................... 9
About this manual..............................................................9
Trademarks............................................................................ 9
Precautions for placement and use..............................9
Connecting the power....................................................10
Cleaning the unit...............................................................10
Beware of condensation.................................................10
About compact discs.......................................................10
Handling of compact discs .....................................10
Handling of MDs ...............................................................10
About the User Table of Contents (U-TOC).............. 11
2 – Remote Control Unit...............................12
Preparation of Remote Control Unit ..........................12
Inserting batteries......................................................12
When to replace the batteries...............................12
Precautions about using batteries.......................12
Precautions about using the remote control...12
3 – Connections.............................................13
Audio equipment..............................................................13
Power source ......................................................................13
4 – Names and Functions of Parts ...............14
Front panel ..........................................................................14
Shared features...........................................................14
CD Operation...............................................................15
MD Operation..............................................................16
Display...................................................................................17
Rear Panel ............................................................................18
Remote Control Unit........................................................19
CD Operation Section...............................................20
MD Operation Section .............................................21
5 – Display Master and Remote Control
Master ....................................................22
Selecting the remote control master.........................22
Selecting the display master.........................................22
6 – Menu Operation......................................23
Menu configuration .........................................................23
CD Menu........................................................................23
MD Menu.......................................................................24
Operation basics ...............................................................25
7 – CD and MD Playback...............................26
Discs for playback .............................................................26
Playback modes.................................................................26
Basic playback operation ...............................................26
About the monitor ...........................................................27
Using headphones.....................................................27
COMMON output.......................................................27
Display master and remote master settings ...........27
Track selection ...................................................................27
Using the skip function............................................27
Selecting by track number .....................................27
Search.............................................................................27
Time Search function ......................................................28
Basic operation ...........................................................28
Operation variations .................................................28
Auto cue ...............................................................................28
Auto Ready..........................................................................28
Repeat playback................................................................29
A to B repeat playback ....................................................29
Continuous CD and MD playback...............................29
Timer Playback...................................................................29
Pitch control (CD only) ....................................................30
Single-track playback ......................................................30
Program playback.............................................................30
Deleting a programmed track...............................31
Adding a track to the program..............................31
Erase a CD or MD program .....................................31
Program limitations...................................................31
Saving program data ................................................31
Random playback .............................................................31
Time display switching ...................................................32
End of disc/track warning ..............................................32
Playback functions for CD only....................................32
Changing the key of playback...............................32
Fade-in and fade-out................................................32
Output volume............................................................33
MP3 and WAV file directory playback........................33
Directory playback setting .....................................33
Setting MP3 ACTION.................................................33
MD group playback..........................................................34
Group playback setting ...........................................34
8 – Dubbing from CD to MD.........................35
Basic dubbing operation................................................35
Recording mode setting ................................................35
Dubbing speed setting...................................................35
9 – MD recording from an external source .36
Basic recording ..................................................................36
Recording cautions ..........................................................37
Update (Move up) a track number..............................37
Auto track function....................................................37
Update a track number manually ........................37

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Update a track number after recording.............37
Fade-in and fade-out recording..................................38
Prerecording (Time Machine recording) ..................38
Overwrite recording.........................................................38
Sync recording ...................................................................39
Checking remaining MD time ......................................39
10 – MiniDisc editing ....................................40
Editing operations ............................................................40
Tracks and points for editing .................................40
Canceling edits ...........................................................40
UNDO an edit operation (UNDO function)..............40
Erase disc (ERASE DISC)...................................................40
Erase track (ERASE TRK) ..................................................40
Selecting a track to be erased by playback ......40
Selecting a track to be erased on the menu ....40
Erase multiple tracks at once (ERASE MULTI)..........41
Divide tracks (DIVIDE)......................................................41
Combine tracks (COMBINE)...........................................42
Move tracks (MOVE).........................................................42
Creating a group ...............................................................42
Disc title when creating a group ..........................43
Deleting a group ...............................................................43
11 – Title input ..............................................44
Disc title input (TITLE) .....................................................44
Title input operation.................................................44
Track title input..................................................................44
Group title input................................................................45
12 – Using a Computer Keyboard ................46
Keyboard type setting ....................................................46
Title input by keyboard...................................................46
Other keyboard operations...........................................46
Direct track operation .....................................................47
13 – Locking the panel operations ..............48
Locking the entire panel ................................................48
Locking individual decks................................................48
14 – Data settings/Service Data...................49
Data communication settings......................................49
Viewing service data........................................................49
Initializing all data.............................................................49
15 – System Limitations................................50
CD section ...........................................................................50
About MP3 and WAV files........................................50
About CD-R/RW..........................................................50
Copy control CD discs...............................................50
MD section ..........................................................................50
16 – Messages and Troubleshooting...........52
17 – Specifications ........................................53
MD deck ...............................................................................53
CD deck.................................................................................53
Input ratings (MD inputs)...............................................53
Output ratings....................................................................53
Control I/O ...........................................................................54
Audio performance..........................................................54
General .................................................................................54
Dimensional drawing ......................................................54
Contents

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1 – Introduction
Thank you very much for purchasing the TASCAM MD-
CD1MKIII 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 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/).
Features
Equipped with an MD recorder and a CD player in a 2U
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rack mount size
The MD recorder and a CD player can be operated
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separately.
In addition to audio CDs, MP3 and WAV files (44.1 kHz,
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16 bit) recorded on a CD-R, CD-RW, or CD-ROM can be
played back.
Compatible with four MD modes (STEREO, MONO, LP2,
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and LP4). Also, you can record and play back files on an
MD with different modes.
A pitch control function with a range of –50% to +16%
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(audio CD only). You can adjust the pitch between 0.1
and 1.0% in 0.1% increments.
You can adjust a key with a range of
•â6 to #6 in
semitone units without changing the playback speed.
(Audio CD only)
Auto cue function – The unit searches for the beginning
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of a sound and the playback is put on standby.
(Adjusting range: by 6 dB between –72 and –24dB)
Auto ready function – After playing back a track, the
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playback of the next track is put on standby.
Synchronized recording by input audio signal function
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(MD only)
Pre-recording (“Time machine” recording) function (MD
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only, time can be adjusted in one second increments
between one and six seconds).
Up to 100 discs worth of tracks (CD and MD) can be
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programmed in the program memory.
Panel lock function
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Compatible with CD-TEXT (While the playback is
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stopped: The disc title is displayed/While the playback
is in progress: The track title is displayed)
Compatible with ID3 tag (only for a CD containing MP3
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files)
Four playback modes for CD, and five for MD –
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Continuous, Single, Program (up to 99 tracks for CD/25
tracks for MD), Random, and Group (MD only)
Five repeat playback modes - Normal, Single, Program
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(up to 99 tracks for CD/25 tracks for MD), Random, and
A to B
Equipped with a digital volume control for CD output
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(– ∞ and between –54 to +18 dB)
Fade-in/fade-out playback function (CD only, one
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second increment between one and 30 seconds)
EOM function – A warning for the end of the track
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or disc is displayed. (Audio CD and MD, time can be
adjusted in one second increments between one and
99 seconds.)
Time search function – The track and the playback
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starting point can be specified using the number keys
on the remote control.
Power-on play function
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Four time display modes – Elapsed/remaining track
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time and Elapsed/remaining disc time (Only elapsed
track time is available for MP3/WAV files.)
Function for erasing discs/tracks, dividing/combining/
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moving tracks, and editing titles (MD only)
Compatible with group creation and group playback
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(MD only)
Overwrite recording function – Recording a new signal
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over a recorded portion (MD only)
Automatic track increment by input level detection or
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by track information from an S/PDIF input (MD only)
Manual track increment by pressing the RECORD
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button during recording (MD only)
Input monitor function (MD only)
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Equipped with digital volume (– ∞ and between
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–54 and +18 dB) and analog volume (left/right
independent) for input signals (MD only)
Fade-in/fade-out recording function (one second
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increments between one and 30 seconds: MD only)
Dubbing from a CD to an MD (entire disc or individual
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tracks)
Dubbing a track title from CD-TEXT or ID3 tags
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automatically
Fade-in/Fade-out dubbing function
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Successive playback of MD and CD (playing back an
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entire disc alternately and repeatedly)
Wireless remote control (supplied)
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RS-232C serial remote control function
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Compatible with a balanced I/O card (TASCAM LA-MC1:
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separately purchased)
Unbalanced analog input/output (RCA) (Input: MD x 1,
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Output: MD x 1, CD x 1)
S/PDIF optical digital input/output (Input: MD x 1,
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Output: MD x 1, CD x 1) (SCMS)
S/PDIF coaxial digital input/output (Input: MD x 1,
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Output: MD x 1, CD x 1) (SCMS)
Remote control possible from a PS/2 keyboard (You can
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edit MD or enter a track title from the keyboard.)
Common output terminal to output both CD and MD
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sound (You can select the output priority.)
Headphone output (Selectable from MD, CD, or
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common)

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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-MC1)
•...................... 1
AA 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:
“MiniDisc” is abbreviated as “MD.”
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The names of buttons and controls are given in the
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following typeface: STOP.
Messages on the unit’s display are shown like this:
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REPEAT
When the character display area shows information
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about discs and tracks this is called the“information
display” mode.
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.
US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby
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Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
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.
Any data, including, but not limited to information,
described herein are intended only as illustrations
of such data and/or information and not as the
specifications for such data and/or information. TEAC
Corporation disclaims any warranty that any use
of such data and/or information shall be free from
infringement of any third party’s intellectual property
rights or other proprietary rights, and further, assumes
no liability of whatsoever nature in the event of any
such infringement, or arising from or connected with
or related to the use of such data and/or information.
This product is designed to help you record and
reproduce sound works to which you own the
copyright, or where you have obtained permission
from the copyright holder or the rightful licensor.
Unless you own the copyright, or have obtained the
appropriate permission from the copyright holder
or the rightful licensor, your unauthorized recording,
reproduction or distribution thereof may result in
severe criminal penalties under copyright laws and
international copyright treaties. If you are uncertain
about your rights, contact your legal advisor. Under no
circumstances will TEAC Corporation be responsible
for the consequences of any illegal copying performed
using the recorder.
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
•
Very dusty locations
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Make sure that the unit is mounted in a level position
•
for correct operation.
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
•
electrical device such as a power amplifier.
Connecting the power
Hold the power cord by the plug when connecting or
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disconnecting it.
Insert the included power cord into the
•AC IN
connector completely.
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.
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.
About compact discs
In addition to audio CDs (CD-DA), the unit can play CD-R
and CD-RW discs on which audio CD, MP3, or WAV format
files are recorded. The CD player can also play 3-inch CDs.
Handling of compact discs
Always place the compact discs in the trays with their
•
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.
Avoid getting fingerprints on the signal side (the non-
•
label side). Grime and dust may cause skipping or
malfunction.
To clean the signal side of a disc, wipe gently with a soft
•
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,
•
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 affix any labels or stickers to the label side of
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the disc and do not use any protective coating spray.
Do not insert discs that have adhesive remaining from
tape or stickers that have been removed. If they are
inserted into the player, they could stick to the internal
mechanism, requiring removal by a technician.
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 from several record
companies in an attempt to protect the copyright.
Since some of these discs do not comply with the CD
specifications, they may not be playable on the unit.
Handling of MDs
The MD itself is mounted inside a cartridge. Soiling or
warping of the cartridge could cause malfunction.
To ensure continued enjoyment of the contents of an MD,
please observe the following precautions.
After use, always return an MD to its case.
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Do not open the shutter and touch the disc inside.
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Moreover, forcing the shutter open could break the
MD.
Keep discs out of direct sunlight and places of high
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heat and humidity.
Wipe dirt and grime from the cartridge surface with a
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dry cloth.
When applying labels to an MD, apply them correctly
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to the indicated locations. Loose or raised labels could
cause an MD to become stuck in the unit.
Do not layer labels on top of other labels.
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Cartridge
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About the User Table of Contents
(U-TOC)
Recorded tracks on a recordable MD can be edited.
Information about recorded tracks, including their
starting and ending addresses and titles, is recorded in
something called the User Table of Contents (U-TOC). This
is overwritten when the disc is edited.
U-TO CMusic data
Track order, start/end time of
each track, and other data are
recorded.
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2 – Remote Control Unit
Preparation of Remote Control
Unit
Inserting batteries
1 Open the cover on the back of the remote control.
2 Insert two AA 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 5 of this manual for additional precautions.
Precautions about using the remote
control
When using other devices controlled by infrared rays,
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use of this remote control might operate these devices
by mistake.
Use the remote control within the following range.
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Remote sensor
15˚ 15˚
Operation distance
Directly in front: Within 7 meters
15˚ left or right: Within 7 meters

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3 – Connections
Before connecting the MD-CD1MKIII to other units,
please read their operation manuals thoroughly to ensure
proper connection. Connect the power cord only after all
connections have been made.
Audio equipment
Connecting analog audio equipment
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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 deck’s output signals can
be performed on the SYSTEM sub-menu of the CD menu
under the “ COMMON? ” option.
NOTE
You can use this unit in a system configured with
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balanced analog input/output only by attaching a
separately sold balanced analog input/output board
(TASCAM LA-MC1).
Connection cables are not supplied with this unit.
•
Do not bundle the line level sound signal cables with
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the power or speaker cords as noise or diminished
sound quality could result.
Connecting digital audio equipment
ª
Digital stereo amplifiers, mixers and recorders can be
connected through the digital input/output terminals
(optical or coaxial).
NOTE
The MD-CD1MKIII features a sampling rate converter,
which enables you to digitally record signals not only at
a sampling rate of 44.1 kHz (a sampling rate for MD), but
also at sampling rates of 32 kHz or 48 kHz.
Power source
This unit has been designed to operate on the specified
power voltage only. Do not plug the power cord into
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4 – Names and Functions of Parts
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1Power 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.
2Remote signal sensor
Receives signals from the supplied wireless remote
control (TASCAM RC-MC1). When using the remote
control, point the tip at this sensor.
3NO button
Used to cancel menu operations during menu mode.
During title input mode, it is used to delete character
inputs
4MULTI JOG dial/ENTER button
Functions as the MULTI JOG dial when rotated, and as
the ENTER button when pushed
MULTI JOG dial functions
Normal mode: selection of MD disc groups (when
MD indicator is lit and group playback mode is ON) or
selection of data CD 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
In any mode other than those listed above, the dial
performs the display master deck’s Track Skip function.
ENTER button 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 button)
Title input mode: confirmation of selected characters
5Yes button
Menu mode: confirmation of menu options and
confirmation of settings and editing on the menu
Title input mode: inserts characters
6CONT PLAY switch
When ON, the CD and MD decks play successively. The
deck currently in playback automatically becomes the
display master.
7PHONES source selection switch
During headphone monitoring, CD, COMMON or
MD can be selected as the source. When COMMON
is selected, the current output (either CD or MD) can
be monitored. When both decks output a signal, the
monitored source depends on the “ COMMON? ” option
setting on the SYSTEM menu.
8PHONES level control
Adjusts the headphone output level.
9PHONES jack
This is a standard stereo jack for stereo headphone
connection. When using headphones with a stereo
mini plug, an adaptor is required.
0TIME button
Pressing this button changes the time mode on the
display. Refer to“Time display switching” on page 32.
Even when the power is turned off, the time mode is
retained.
qDisplay button
Used to select input character type during Title Input
mode. Refer to “Title input” on page 44.
The type of character selected is indicated by the
display.
Lower case letters/code: no indication
Capital letters/code: CAPS
Japanese:
wDisplay
CD and MD data, deck operation mode, menus and
other information are shown on the display. For
details, refer to “Display” on page 17.

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CD Operation
eKEY button / Indicator
When this button is 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 32.
Even when the power is turned off, the key change
setting is retained.
rCD Tray
Compact Discs are placed here for loading.
tÔ/Âbutton
In normal mode, this button is used to skip back a
track or for review playback (search).
When playback is stopped, if this button 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 button is pressed once, the
beginning of the current track is cued, and playback
restarts; if it is pressed continuously, review playback
(search) is performed.
y¯/button
In normal mode, this button is used to skip forward a
track or for cue playback (search).
When playback is stopped, if this button 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 button is pressed once, the
beginning of the next track is cued, and playback
begins; if it is pressed continuously, cue playback
(search) is performed.
uCD button/indicator
When this button is 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.
iCD MENU button
This turns the CD Menu mode 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 button is pressed when the display
master is MD, the MD indicator stays lit, while the CD
indicator flashes.
If the
•CD MENU button is pressed when the display
master is CD (CD indicator ON), the CD indicator will
begin flashing.
oPITCH Control/Indicator
Push this control to turn the pitch control function on
or off. When it is on, the indicator lights up, and pitch
can be adjusted between –50% and +16% by turning
the control. Even when the power is turned off, the
pitch control ON/OFF setting is retained.
pSTOP (ª) button
During CD playback, press this button to stop
playback. When this button is pressed during
dubbing operation, both the MD and CD decks stop
simultaneously.
aPLAY (Á) button
Press this button to start CD playback when the CD
deck is in stop or standby mode.
When this button is pressed during dubbing standby
mode, the CD deck starts playback, the MD deck starts
recording, and dubbing begins.
sREADY (π) button
When this button is pressed during playback or while
stopped, the CD deck enters standby mode.
dOPEN/CLOSE (ø) button
Press this button to open or close the CD tray.
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MD Operation
fMD MENU button
This turns the MD Menu 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 button is pressed when the display
master is CD, the CD indicator stays lit, while the MD
indicator flashes.
If the
•MD MENU button is pressed when the display
master is MD (MD indicator ON), the MD indicator will
begin flashing.
gMD button/indicator
When this button is 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.
hÔ/Âbutton
In normal mode, this button is used to skip back a
track or for review playback (search).
When playback is stopped, if this button 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 button 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 button is used to move
the cursor to the left.
j¯/button
In normal mode, this button is used to skip forward a
track or for cue playback (search).
When playback is stopped, if this button 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 button 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 button is used to move
the cursor to the right.
kMD slot
Insert a MiniDisc here for playback or recording. With
the label side up, insert in the direction of the arrow.
lDUBBING button
This is used when dubbing from CD to MD. For details,
see “Dubbing from CD to MD” on page 35.
;INPUT SEL button
Select a recording source for the MD deck. The source
changes in the following order each time the key is
pressed:
ANALOG œ OPTICAL œ COAXIAL
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.
zINPUT (L/R) controls
These controls are used to adjust the input level when
recording analog signals to MD. The left and right
channels may be independently controlled.
xEJECT (ø) button
Press this to eject the MD.
cSTOP (ª) button
Press this button to stop MD playback or recording.
If this button is pressed during dubbing, the MD deck
and the CD player stop simultaneously.
During MD Editing mode, when this button is pressed,
the Editing mode is cancelled, and the deck returns to
Normal mode.
vPLAY (Á) button
Press this button to start playback when the MD deck
is in stop or standby mode.
When MD recording is in standby mode, pressing this
button starts MD recording.
When this button is pressed during dubbing standby
mode, the CD deck begins playback and the MD deck
begins recording, and dubbing begins.
bREADY (π) button
When this button is pressed during MD playback or
while stopped, the MD deck enters standby mode.
When this button is pressed during MD recording, the
MD deck enters recording standby mode.
nRECORD (–) button
When this button is pressed 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 button is pressed, the
MD deck enters recording standby mode, and the
input signal can be monitored.
When this button is pressed during recording, a track
mark is entered at that point and a new track is started.
mKEYBOARD connector
An IBM PC/AT compatible keyboard with PS/2 interface
can be connected to this terminal to enable certain
operations of the MD-CD1MKIII with the keyboard.
The key arrangement of a keyboard is divided into two
types: US and JP. The setting of this unit needs to be
configured. Check the specified keyboard type in the
menu settings. (See “Keyboard type setting” on page
46.)
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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
button or the MD button, and the deck selected becomes
the display master. Also, the CD MENU button or the MD
MENU button can be pressed to call up the CD Menu or
the MD Menu.
,TOC
When the most recent TOC (Table of Contents) data
has not been recorded, this lights up red.
.Track number display
During playback or selection, the track number is
displayed.
/MP3
This indicator is lit when a data CD is in the CD deck.
!MD recording mode display (LP2, LP4, MONO)
This indicates the recording mode of the MD. If the
disc was recorded in Normal mode, it does not light
up.
During MD playback, the recording mode of the MD is
displayed.
@Counter display
Depending on the time display mode, TOTAL or
REMAIN is lit. Counter display indication is in minutes
(three digits) and seconds (two digits).
#KEY
This lights when the CD deck’s Key Change function is
on.
$PITCH
This lights when the CD deck’s Pitch Control function
is on.
%A. CUE
This lights when the display master deck’s Auto Cue
function is on.
^A. READY
This lights when the display master deck’s Auto Ready
function is on.
&A. TRACK
This lights when the display master deck’s Auto Track
function is on.
It flashes during recording, in recording standby mode,
or when the Auto Track function is set to Tim e .
*Meter
This displays the playback level of either the CD or MD
deck, as well as the recording level of the MD deck.
(A-B
This lights when the display master deck’s A-B Repeat
function is on.
)REPEAT
This lights when the display master deck’s Repeat
function is on.
QSYNC
This lights during SYNC recording mode.
WREC
This lights when the MD deck is recording, or in
recording standby mode.
EOPTICAL
This lights when the MD input source is set to digital
(OPTICAL).
RCOAXIAL
This lights when the MD input source is set to digital
(COAXIAL).
TANALOG
This lights when the MD input source is set to analog.
YSINGLE
This lights when the display master deck is in single
playback mode.
URANDOM
This lights when the display master deck is in random
playback mode.
IPROGRAM
This lights when the display master deck is in program
playback mode.
OÁ
This lights when the display master deck is in playback
or recording mode. Also, when the Auto Cue function
is on, it flashes during Auto Cue point search.
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This lights when the display master deck is in recording
standby or playback standby mode.
ADISC, GROUP, TRACK display
DIS C 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 playback mode is on, or when
the display master is the MD deck and the group
playback mode is on.
TRACK is indicated during playback or playback
standby.
SCharacter display
Disc information, track information, menu, message
and operation status are displayed.
D
This lights when the Timer Play function is on.
It flashes if a disc is not loaded when the Timer Play
function is on.
FCAPS,
These light during title input to indicate either CAPS or
Japanese character mode. In lower case letter mode,
there is no indication.
GEOM
This lights when the remaining track/disc time is less
than the EOM set value.
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HDIGITAL INPUT MD (coaxial) Terminal
This is the digital input terminal (coaxial) for the MD
deck.
JDIGITAL OUTPUTS – MD – CD (coaxial) Terminals
These are the digital output terminals (coaxial). The
playback signals from the MD deck and the CD deck
are output through their respective digital output
terminals.
KANALOG INPUT MD (UNBALANCED) Terminals
The analog line input terminals for the MD deck are for
RCA pin jacks. Rated input level is –10 dBV.
LANALOG OUTPUTS – MD – COMMON – CD
(UNBALANCED) Terminals
The analog line output terminals are for RCA pin jacks.
Rated output level is –10 dBV.
MD: Outputs the MD deck signal. During playback, the
playback signal is output; during input monitoring, the
source signal is output.
COMMON: Outputs CD and MD signals. During
playback of both decks, the output signal depends on
the COMMON? option setting on the SYSTEM menu.
CD: Outputs the CD deck signal.
:DIGITAL INPUT MD (optical) Termainal
This is the digital (optical) input terminal for the MD
deck.
ZDIGITAL OUTPUTS – MD – CD (optical) Terminals
These are the digital output terminals (optical). The
playback signals from the MD deck and the CD deck
are output through their respective digital output
terminals.
XCONTROL I/O (RS-232C) Connector
RS-232C compatible serial control from an external
computer can be performed.
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CD/MD selector 1is used to select CD or MD deck
operation, while buttons 2and beyond are shared
operation buttons. 3and subsequent buttons control
the deck selected usign CD/MD selector 1as the
“remote control master”.
1CD/MD selector
Selects the remote control master. Refer to“Display
master and remote master settings” on page 27.
2Number buttons (0 – 9)
These are used to 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
above the buttons.
NOTE
Track number selection and time search can only be
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performed for the display master deck. These functions
cannot be operated for the deck selected as the remote
control master.
While these buttons can also be used for character
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input during title input operation, in this manual they
are referred to as “Number buttons.”
3P. MODE button
This selects the playback mode. During selection,
the playback mode is indicated on the display in the
following manner.
Continuous 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 continuous playback,
refer to “Single-track playback” on page 30,“Program
playback” on page 30 and “Random playback” on page
31.
Even when the power is turned off, the playback mode
setting is retained.
4INS button
During MD Title Input mode, this button inserts a
space at the cursor position.
5DEL/CLR button
During track number input, the track number is
cleared when this button is pressed.
During program input, the selected program number
track is deleted.
During title input, the character at the cursor position
is deleted.
6NO button
This operates the same way as the NO button on the
unit.
7ENT/YES button
This operates the same way as the YES and ENTER
buttons on the unit.
8REPEAT button
This turns the Repeat Mode on and off. When it is on,
REPEAT lights up in the display. Refer to“Repeat
playback” on page 29. Even when the power is turned
off, the Repeat Mode setting is retained.
9A-B REPEAT key
This turns the A-B Repeat Mode on and off, and is used
to set the section for repeat playback. Refer to “A to B
repeat playback” on page 29.
0AUTO CUE button
This turns the Auto Cue Mode on and off. When it is
on, A.C U E lights up in the display. Refer to“Auto cue”
on page 28. Even when the power is turned off, the
Auto Cue Mode setting is retained.
qAUTO READY button
This turns the Auto 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 28. Even when the
power is turned off, the Auto Ready Mode setting is
retained.
wDIR/GROUP button
When this button is pressed during stop, it turns on or
off the data CD 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 and WAV file directory
playback” on page 33, and “MD group playback” on
page 34.
eTIME button
This operates in the same way as the TIME button on
the unit.
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rDISPLAY button
When pressed during stop 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 button
will change the current display master setting.
tMENU buton
This button is used to turn on and off the Menu of the
current remote control master deck.
It operates in the same way as the CD MENU and MD
MENU buttons on the unit.
yMENU +/– button
During Menu Mode, this button is used to select menu
options and make settings. It operates in the same
way as the MULTI JOG dial on the unit. However, you
cannot select a track.
uFADER button
When pressed during CD playback 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.
iDUBBING button
This operates in the same way as the DUBBING button
on the unit. Refer to “Dubbing from CD to MD”on page
35.
oPITCH button
This operates in the same way as pressing the PITCH
button/dial on the CD operation section of the unit,
and is used to turn the pitch control on and off. Refer
to “Pitch control” on page 30. Even when the power is
turned off, the pitch control on/off setting is retained.
pPITCH +/– button
This operates in the same way as when rotating the
PITCH button/dial on the CD operation section of the
unit. When pitch control is on, the pitch value can be
set. Refer to“Pitch control” on page 30. Even when the
power is turned off, the pitch setting is retained.
CD Operation Section
aSEARCH Ôbutton
During playback or playback standby, press this button
continuously for review playback (search).
When a data CD is in the deck during stop mode, if
this button is pressed, the directory can be chosen
(backward direction).
sSEARCH button
During playback or playback standby, press this button
continuously for cue playback (search).
When a data CD is in the deck during stop mode, if this
button is pressed, the directory can be chosen (forward
direction).
dKEY button
This turns the Key Change function on and off. When it
is on, the musical key of CD playback can be changed.
Key change settings can be performed from the CD
menu. Refer to “Changing the key of playback” on page
32. Even when the power is turned off, the key change
settings are retained.
fSKIP Âbutton
During normal playback, use this button to skip
through tracks in the reverse direction for selection.
During stop mode, press this button to skip through
tracks backwards, or press it continuously to skip at
high speed. During playback, press this button to skip
back to the start of the track in play.
gSKIP ¯button
During normal playback, use this button to skip
through tracks in the forward direction for selection.
During stop mode, press this button to skip through
tracks forwards, or press it continuously to skip at high
speed. During playback, press this button to skip to
the start of the next track.
hSTOP (ª) button
Operation is the same as with the STOP button on the
CD operation section of the unit.
jPLAY (Á) button
Operation is the same as with the PLAY button on the
CD operation section of the unit.
kREADY (π) button
Operation is the same as with the READY button on
the CD operation section of the unit.
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