Tascam SS-CDR250N User manual

D01306120A
SS-CDR250N
SOLID STATE / CD RECORDER
SS-R250N
SOLID STATE RECORDER
OWNER'S MANUAL

2 TASCAM SS-CDR250N / SS-R250N
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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 litera-
ture accompanying the appliance.
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 enclo-
sure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR
SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
Declaration of Conformity
Model Number: SS-CDR250N / SS-R250N
Trade Name: TASCAM
Responsible party: TEAC AMERICA, INC.
Address: 1834 Gage Road, Montebello, California, U.S.A.
Telephone number: 1-323-726-0303
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
INFORMATION TO THE USER
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. 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. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures.
a) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
b) Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
c) Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
d) Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician
for help.
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 U.S.A.
IN USA/CANADA, USE ONLY ON 120 V SUPPLY.
For Canada
THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN
ICES-003.
CET APPAREIL NUMERIQUE DE LA CLASSE B EST CONFORME A
LA NORME NMB-003 DU CANADA.
This product complies with the European
Directives request and the other
Commission Regulations.
CE Marking Information
EN55103-2
a) Applicable electromagnetic environment: E1, E2,
E3, E4
b) The average half-cycle r.m.s. inrush current
1. On initial switch-on: 2.91 Arms
2. After a supply interruption of 5s: 0.15 Arms

TASCAM SS-CDR250N / SS-R250N 3
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 provid-
ed for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit
into your outlet, consult an electrician for replace-
ment of the obsolete outlet.
10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience recepta-
cles, and the point where they exit from the appara-
tus.
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 appa-
ratus. 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.
• The apparatus draws nominal non-operating power
from the AC outlet with its POWER or STANDBY/ON
switch not in the ON position.
• The mains plug is used as the disconnect device, the
disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
• Caution should be taken when using earphones or
headphones with the product because excessive
sound pressure (volume) from earphones or
headphones can cause hearing loss.
• If you are experiencing problems with this product,
contact TEAC for a service referral. Do not use the
product until it has been repaired.
CAUTION
• Do not expose this apparatus to drips or splashes.
• Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, on the apparatus.
• Do not install this apparatus in a confined space
such as a book case or similar unit.
• The apparatus should be located close enough
to the AC outlet so that you can easily grasp the
power cord plug at any time.
• If the product uses batteries (including a battery
pack or installed batteries), they should not be
exposed to sunshine, fire or excessive heat.
• CAUTION for products that use replaceable lithium
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.
WARNING
• Products with Class !construction are equipped
with a 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.
8RACK-MOUNTING THE UNIT
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.
CAUTION
• Leave 1U of space above the unit for ventilation.
• Allow at least 10 cm (4 in) at the rear of the unit for venti-
lation.

4 TASCAM SS-CDR250N / SS-R250N
Safety Information
Laser information
This product contains a semiconductor laser system inside the
cabinet and is classified as a “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT”.
To prevent being exposed to the laser beam, do not try to open
the enclosure.
Notes on Laser Product (SS-CDR250N)
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.
1
For USA
CAUTION
• DO NOT REMOVE THE PROTECTIVE HOUSING USING A
SCREWDRIVER.
• USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR
PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE
SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS
RADIATION EXPOSURE.
Optical pickup
Type: LO-DWU01
Manufacturer: Lite-Space Technology Co., Ltd.
Laser output: Less than 93.1 mW on the objective lens (CD)
Less than 90.3 mW on the objective lens (DVD)
Wavelength: 785 nm (CD) typ.
661 nm (DVD) typ.
CAUTIONS ABOUT BATTERIES
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
batteries could rupture or leak, causing fire or injury.
• When installing batteries, pay attention to the polarity
indications (plus/minus (+/–) orientation), and install
them correctly in the battery compartment as indicat-
ed. 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 dispos-
al instructions indicated on the batteries and the local
disposal laws.
• Do not use batteries other than those specified. Do not
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
metal objects. The batteries could short, causing leak,
rupture or other trouble.
• Do not heat or disassemble batteries. Do not put them
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 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 thor-
oughly 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
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
battery could harm skin or clothing.
VWARNING
DO NOT INGEST BATTERY, CHEMICAL BURN HAZARD
followed by:
[The remote control supplied with] This product contains a coin/
button cell battery. If the coin/ button cell battery is swallowed,
it can cause severe internal burns in just 2 hours and can lead to
death.
Keep new and used batteries away from children. If the battery
compartment does not close securely, stop using the product
and keep it away from children.
If you think batteries might have been swallowed or placed
inside any part of the body, seek immediate medical attention.

TASCAM SS-CDR250N / SS-R250N 5
Safety Information
8For European Customers
Disposal of electrical and electronic equipment and
batteries and/or accumulators
(a) All electrical/electronic equipment and waste batteries/
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 electrical/electronic equipment and waste
batteries/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 electrical/electronic equipment
and batteries/accumulators 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) symbols, which show wheeled bins that have
been crossed out, indicate that electrical/electronic
equipment and batteries/accumulators must be
collected and disposed of separately from household
waste.
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 old
electrical/electronic equipment and waste batteries/
accumulators, please contact your city office, waste disposal
service or the shop where you purchased the equipment.
8For China
“仅适用于海拔 2000m 以下地区安全使用”
“仅适用于非熱帯气候条件下安全使用”
“環境保護使用年限”
产品有毒有害物质或元素的名称及含量
机种 : SS-CDR250N/SS-R250N 有毒有害物质或元素
品名 铅
(Pb)
汞
(Hg)
镉
(Cd)
六价铬
(Cr6+)
多溴联苯
(PBB)
多溴二苯醚
(PBDE)
1 CHASSIS 部份 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
2 FRONT PANEL 部份 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
3 螺丝部份 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
4 线材部份 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
5 PCB Assy 部份 × ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
6 电源部份 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
7 附属品部份 × ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
8 LABEL 部份 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
9 包装部份 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○
○ ：表示该有毒有害物质在该部件所有均质材料中的含有量均在 GB/T26572 标准规定的限量要求以下。
× ：表示该有毒有害物质至少在该部件的某一均质材料中的含量超出 GB/T26572 标准规定的限量要求。
（针对现在代替技术困难的电子部品及合金中的铅 )
Pb, Hg, Cd

6 TASCAM SS-CDR250N / SS-R250N
Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ...................................... 2
1 – Introduction ....................................................................... 9
Difference between the SS-CDR250N and SS-R250N.................9
Features.......................................................................................................9
Items included with this product.......................................................9
Conventions used in this manual.......................................................9
Trademarks.............................................................................................. 10
Precautions for placement and use................................................ 10
Notes about power supplies............................................................. 10
Beware of condensation .................................................................... 10
Cleaning the unit .................................................................................. 10
SD cards and USB flash drives.......................................................... 11
Precautions for use .......................................................................... 11
SD card write protection................................................................ 11
Note about formatting................................................................... 11
About compact discs........................................................................... 11
Precautions for use .......................................................................... 11
About CD-R and CD-RW discs...................................................... 11
Slot loading of discs............................................................................. 12
Using the TEAC Global Site................................................................ 12
Product registration............................................................................. 12
2 – Names and Functions of Parts ........................................ 13
Front panel.............................................................................................. 13
Rear panel................................................................................................ 15
PARALLEL connector overview ................................................... 16
Wireless remote control (TASCAM RC-10).................................... 17
Home Screen.......................................................................................... 17
Recording Screen.................................................................................. 19
Menu structure...................................................................................... 20
Basic Menu Screen operations......................................................... 22
Menu operation procedures ........................................................ 22
3 – Preparation....................................................................... 23
Making connections............................................................................ 23
Preparing the remote control........................................................... 24
Installing the coin battery............................................................. 24
When to replace the battery ........................................................ 24
Battery precautions......................................................................... 24
Using the wireless remote control............................................. 24
Installing a Dante interface card
(sold separately).................................................................................... 25
Turning the unit on and off............................................................... 25
Setting the built-in clock date and time....................................... 26
Adjusting the display........................................................................... 26
Adjusting the display and indicator brightness.................... 26
Adjusting the display contrast .................................................... 26
Inserting and removing SD cards ................................................... 27
Inserting SD cards............................................................................ 27
Removing SD cards.......................................................................... 27
Using the security screw................................................................ 27
SD card write-protection switches............................................. 28
Inserting and removing discs
(SS-CDR250N only)............................................................................... 28
Inserting discs.................................................................................... 28
Ejecting discs ..................................................................................... 28
Force disc ejection ........................................................................... 28
Connecting and disconnecting USB flash drives ...................... 28
Selecting media..................................................................................... 29
Preparing SD cards and USB flash drives for use....................... 29
Setting the lock function ................................................................... 30
Opening the INFORMATION screen ............................................... 30
4 – Playback ........................................................................... 31
Files that can be played back ........................................................... 31
Tracks and files.................................................................................. 31
Playback area.......................................................................................... 31
Setting the playback area.............................................................. 31
Selecting the current folder or current playlist..................... 31
Setting the play mode ........................................................................ 32
Basic playback operations................................................................. 32
Playing tracks..................................................................................... 32
Selecting tracks for playback............................................................ 32
Skipping to earlier and later tracks............................................ 32
Selecting tracks directly................................................................. 32
Searching backward and forward................................................... 33
Jog playback........................................................................................... 33
Program playback................................................................................. 33
Setting the program........................................................................ 33
Using the pitch control function..................................................... 34
Using the key control function ........................................................ 34
Using the repeat playback function............................................... 35
Ordinary repeat playback settings............................................. 35
A-B repeat playback settings ....................................................... 35
Using the auto cue function ............................................................. 35
Using the auto ready function......................................................... 36
Using the incremental playback function.................................... 36
Playing back in mono.......................................................................... 36
Using the ducking function .............................................................. 37
Using the EOM function..................................................................... 37
Setting the EOM tally output trigger ........................................ 37
Using this function .......................................................................... 37
Using the resume function................................................................ 38
Using the time skip function ............................................................ 38
Setting playback start timing........................................................... 39
Setting the sampling rate of output audio.................................. 39
Using the call function........................................................................ 39
Setting the call function ................................................................ 39
Using the link playback function .................................................... 40
Making connections for link playback...................................... 40
Making link playback settings ..................................................... 40
Using the flash start function........................................................... 40
5 – Working with Folders and Files (BROWSE screen)......... 41
Opening the BROWSE screen........................................................... 41
Navigating the BROWSE screen....................................................... 42
Icons on the BROWSE screen............................................................ 42
Folder operations.................................................................................. 43
File operations ....................................................................................... 44
Editing folder and file names ........................................................... 45
Deleting folders and files................................................................... 45
Undoing folder or file deletion (UNDO)........................................ 46
Assigning files to a playlist ................................................................ 46
Creating new folders ........................................................................... 47
Copying folders and files ................................................................... 47
Moving folders and files..................................................................... 48
6 – Using the audio CD BROWSE screen
(SS-CDR250N only) ............................................................... 49
Opening the audio CD BROWSE screen ....................................... 49
Selecting a track to play ..................................................................... 49
Editing CD-TEXT
(CD-R/CD-RW discs only) ................................................................... 49
7 – Editing Playlists (USB flash drives/SD cards only)......... 50
Playlist editing overview .................................................................... 50
Opening the playlist screen.............................................................. 50
Opening the playlist screen from the BROWSE screen....... 50
Opening the current playlist screen
from the menu page....................................................................... 50
Assigning files to a playlist ................................................................ 50
Playlist menu operations ................................................................... 51
Setting the current playlist ........................................................... 51
Editing playlist names .................................................................... 52

TASCAM SS-CDR250N / SS-R250N 7
Contents
Saving the current playlist with a different name................ 52
Deleting playlists.............................................................................. 52
Creating new playlists .................................................................... 53
Playlist entry menu operations........................................................ 53
Assigning files to playlists............................................................. 54
Clearing file assignments from playlists .................................. 54
RC-SS150 MODE playlist assignment screen.............................. 55
8 – Recording ......................................................................... 56
Unexpected power interruptions................................................... 56
Selecting the input source ................................................................ 56
Input source display............................................................................. 57
Setting left/right channel inputs separately............................... 57
Setting mic/line input sensitivity.................................................... 58
Adjusting input signal levels ............................................................ 58
Setting phantom power..................................................................... 59
Setting automatic gain control for mic inputs........................... 59
Using the dynamics function ........................................................... 60
Setting the low-cut filter .................................................................... 60
Setting the recording file format..................................................... 61
Making recording format settings ............................................. 61
Setting the second medium
for backup and relay recording.................................................. 62
WAV file settings............................................................................... 62
MP3 file bit rate setting.................................................................. 62
Recording input channel settings.............................................. 62
Monitoring input signals.................................................................... 63
Basic recording operations................................................................ 63
Setting the file name format............................................................. 63
Editing text ......................................................................................... 64
Applying dithering to recording..................................................... 64
Using the sampling rate converter................................................. 64
Setting the pause mode..................................................................... 65
Skipping recording standby before recording
(direct recording)................................................................................. 65
Recording a few seconds in advance (pre-recording)............. 65
Using the synchronized recording function ............................... 65
Synchronized recording settings................................................ 65
Sync recording operation overview .......................................... 66
Incrementing track numbers during recording......................... 66
Incrementing track numbers manually.................................... 66
Incrementing track numbers automatically........................... 67
Adding marks manually when recording .................................... 68
Adding marks when recording.................................................... 68
Adding marks automatically when recording............................ 68
Recording duration.............................................................................. 69
9 – Using the Edit Menu
(USB flash drives and SD cards only.................................... 70
Edit menu operations.......................................................................... 70
Deleting tracks (DELETE).................................................................... 70
Dividing tracks (DIVIDE)...................................................................... 71
Combining tracks (COMBINE)........................................................... 72
Undoing edit menu operations (UNDO) ..................................... 72
10 – CD functions (SS-CDR250N only).................................. 73
Finalizing CD-R/CD-RW discs............................................................ 73
Finalizing discs .................................................................................. 73
Unfinalizing CD-RW discs................................................................... 73
Erasing CD-RW discs ............................................................................ 74
Erasing tracks ......................................................................................... 74
Refreshing discs..................................................................................... 74
Copying files from USB flash drives
and SD cards to blank CDs with or without conversion ........ 75
Creating audio CDs.......................................................................... 75
Creating data CDs ............................................................................ 76
Copying files from CDs to USB flash drives
and SD cards with or without conversion................................... 78
Converting and copying audio CD tracks ............................... 78
Copying files on a data CD............................................................ 79
11 – Timer Event Functions
(USB flash drives and SD cards only)................................... 81
Turning the timer event function on/off...................................... 81
Opening the timer event list screen .............................................. 81
Timer event bliss menu operations................................................ 82
Editing timer events............................................................................. 82
Setting the event type.................................................................... 83
Setting the playback area.............................................................. 83
Selecting files/folders for playback
by inputting path names.............................................................. 83
Selecting the input to use when recording............................ 84
Setting folders/files to use for FTP server download .......... 84
Selecting files/folders for download
by inputting path names.............................................................. 84
Setting execution schedules for timer events ....................... 84
Setting days for timer event execution.................................... 85
Setting dates for timer event execution.................................. 85
Setting times for timer event execution.................................. 85
Setting what happens at the time set for the
playback timer event..................................................................... 85
Setting the frequency intervals of events that repeat........ 85
Setting the number of event repetitions................................. 85
Creating new timer events................................................................ 86
Deleting timer events.......................................................................... 86
Deleting all timer events.................................................................... 86
12 – Mark and Locate Functions........................................... 87
Mark functions (USB flash drives and SD cards only)............... 87
Adding marks .................................................................................... 87
Using marks........................................................................................ 87
Moving to marks............................................................................... 87
Editing mark names ........................................................................ 88
Deleting marks.................................................................................. 88
Deleting all marks in the current file......................................... 88
Editing mark locations.................................................................... 88
Viewing mark information............................................................ 88
Locating to a specific time................................................................. 89
Locating before completely specifying the time.................. 89
13 – Network Functions ........................................................ 90
Network function settings................................................................. 90
FTP client function settings .............................................................. 91
Selecting folders to use by inputting path names............... 92
FTP server functions ............................................................................ 92
Remote control...................................................................................... 93
Setting the SNTP function ................................................................. 94
14 – Other Settings, Information Screens
and Keyboard Operations.................................................... 96
Power on action function setting ................................................... 96
Adjusting the analog output............................................................ 96
Setting the reference level ................................................................ 96
Using a USB keyboard to operate the unit .................................. 96
Setting the keyboard type............................................................ 96
Using the keyboard to input names and values................... 97
List of keyboard operations.......................................................... 97
Viewing media information .............................................................. 99
Restoring factory default settings .................................................. 99
Saving and loading user settings.................................................... 99
Saving user settings ........................................................................ 99
Loading user settings ..................................................................... 99
Exporting/importing system backup data
(USB flash drives and SD cards only)...........................................100

8 TASCAM SS-CDR250N / SS-R250N
Contents
Checking the firmware version......................................................101
Firmware update procedures
(USB flash drives and SD cards only)...........................................101
15– Using the Remote Control Connectors .......................102
Using the RS-232C connector ........................................................102
Using a footswitch (TASCAM RC-3F)............................................102
Setting up the footswitch ...........................................................102
Using the footswitch.....................................................................102
16 – Messages ......................................................................103
17 – Troubleshooting ..........................................................106
18 – Specifications...............................................................107
General ...................................................................................................107
Input and output ................................................................................107
Analog audio input and output ratings.................................107
Digital audio input/output ratings ..........................................107
Control input/output....................................................................108
Audio performance............................................................................108
Other .......................................................................................................108
Dimensional drawings......................................................................109
Block diagrams ....................................................................................110

TASCAM SS-CDR250N / SS-R250N 9
1 – Introduction
Thank you very much for purchasing a TASCAM SS-CDR250N Sol-
id State/CD Recorder or SS-R250N Solid State Recorder.
Before using this unit, read this Owner's Manual carefully so that
you will be able to use it correctly and enjoy working with it for
many years. After you have finished reading this manual, please
keep it in a safe place for future reference.
You can also download this Owner’s Manual from the TEAC
Global Site (http://teac-global.com/).
Difference between the SS-CDR250N
and SS-R250N
The SS-CDR250N has a CD drive in addition to all the features of
the SS-R250N.
Features
0FTP client/server functions enable the uploading and down-
loading of recording/playback files
0Event list functions allow recording, playback, downloading
and other operations to be conducted automatically at set
times
0Time synchronization using the SNTP client function enables
even more accurate event execution
0Automatic uploading function for recording data
0Control applications for iOS and Android enable remote con-
trol of the transport, browsing and various settings
0SD cards (including SDXC cards up to 128 GB), USB flash
drives and CDs (SS-CDR250N only) supported
0Dual slots for SD cards enable backup recording and relay re-
cording
0Dual format recording allows simultaneous recording of both
WAV and MP3 files
0Automatic file closing process prevents the loss of recorded
data even during sudden power outages
0Link playback function enables simultaneous operation of
two units
0Built-in inputs and outputs include analog XLR and RCA and
digital AES/EBU and S/PDIF
0Mic input supported and phantom power can be supplied
0RS-232C serial and 25-pin D-sub parallel connectors built-in
0IF-DA2 interface card for two-channel Dante input and out-
put can be installed (sold separately)
0TASCAM RC-SS150 flash start remote control unit supported
(sold separately)
0As the successor model to the SS-R200 and SS-CDR200, this
unit includes their diverse playback and recording functions
Items included with this product
This product includes the following items.
Take care when opening the package to avoid damaging the
items. Keep the packing materials for transportation in the fu-
ture.
Please contact the store where you purchased this unit if any of
these items are missing or have been damaged during transpor-
tation.
0Main unit ...............................................................................................× 1
0Power cord............................................................................................× 1
0Wireless remote control (TASCAM RC-10).................................× 1
0Lithium coin battery (CR2025) for remote control (already
installed) ...............................................................................................× 1
0Rackmount screw kit.........................................................................× 1
0Security screw kit ...............................................................................× 1
0Owner’s Manual (this document) including warranty..........× 1
Conventions used in this manual
In this manual, we use the following conventions:
0Items that are only supported by the SS-CDR250N are marked
“(SS-CDR250N only)”.
0The illustrations of the front panel in this manual are of the
SS-CDR250N. The SS-R250N might appear different in some
cases.
0When we refer to buttons, connectors and other parts of this
unit, we use a bold font like this: MENU [JOG] button.
0When we show characters that appear on the display, the
typeface looks like this: PLAY AREA.
0“SD card”indicates SD, SDHC and SDXC memory cards.
0“USB flash drives”are sometimes called“USB drives”.
0CD-DA format discs are sometimes called “audio CDs”. An
audio disc containing tracks recorded in audio CD format is
sometimes referred to as an “audio CD”.
0A CD with MP3 and WAV files on it is called a “data CD”.
0A CD-R/CD-RW disc that has not been used yet is called a
“blank CD”.
0The medium that is currently selected is called the “current
medium”.
0The folder that is currently selected is called the “current fold-
e r ”.
0The playlist that is currently selected is called the “current
playlist”.
0As necessary, additional information is provided under TIP,
NOTE and CAUTION headings.
TIP
These are tips about how to use the unit.
NOTE
These provide additional explanations and describe special
cases.
CAUTION
Failure to follow these instructions could result in injury, dam-
age to equipment or lost recording data, for example.

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1 – Introduction
Trademarks
0TASCAM is a registered trademark of TEAC Corporation.
0SDXC Logo is a trademark of SD-3C, LLC.
0MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraun-
hofer IIS and Thomson.
0Supply of this product does not convey a license nor imply
any right to distribute MPEG Layer-3 compliant content
created with this product in revenue-generating broadcast
systems (terrestrial, satellite, cable and/or other distribution
channels), streaming applications (via Internet, intranets
and/or other networks), other content distribution systems
(pay-audio or audio-on-demand applications and the like) or
on physical media (compact discs, digital versatile discs, semi-
conductor chips, hard drives, memory cards and the like).
An independent license for such use is required. For details,
please visit http://mp3licensing.com.
0Other company names, product names and logos in this doc-
ument are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective owners.
Information is given about products in this manual only
for the purpose of example and does not indicate any
guarantees against infringements of third-party intel-
lectual property rights and other rights related to them.
TEAC Corporation will bear no responsibility for infringe-
ments on third-party intellectual property rights or their
occurrence because of the use of these products.
With the exception of personal enjoyment and similar
uses, copyrighted materials belonging to third parties
cannot be used without permission from the rights
holders in accordance with copyright law. Please use the
equipment appropriately.
TEAC Corporation will bear no responsibility for rights
infringements committed by users of this product.
Precautions for placement and use
0The operating temperature range of this unit is 5–35 °C.
0Do not install this unit in the following types of locations. Do-
ing so could make the sound quality worse or cause malfunc-
tion.
Locations with frequent vibrations
Near windows or other places exposed to direct sunlight
Near heaters or other extremely hot places
Extremely cold places
Very humid or poorly ventilated places
Very dusty places
0Make sure that the unit is mounted in a level position for cor-
rect operation.
0To enable good heat dissipation, do not place anything on
top of the unit.
0Do not place the unit on top of a power amplifier or other de-
vice that generates heat.
0To mount this unit in a rack, use the included rackmount
screw kit and mount it as shown in the illustration below.
Leave at least 1U of space open above it in the rack.
Notes about power supplies
0Insert the included power cord all the way into the AC IN con-
nector.
0Do not connect a power supply other than one that is
AC100V (50-60Hz).
0Hold the power cord by its plug when connecting or discon-
necting it.
Beware of condensation
Condensation could occur if the unit is moved from a cold place
to a warm place, it is used immediately after a cold room has
been heated or it is otherwise exposed to a sudden temperature
change. To prevent this, or if this occurs, let the unit sit for one or
two hours at the new room temperature before using it.
Cleaning the unit
Use a dry soft cloth to wipe the unit clean. Do not wipe with
chemical cleaning cloths, thinner, alcohol or other chemical
agents. Doing so could damage the surface or cause discolor-
ation.

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1 – Introduction
SD cards and USB flash drives
This unit uses SD cards and USB flash drives for recording and
playback.
A list of SD cards and USB flash drives that have been confirmed
for use with this unit can be found on our web site. Please access
to a product page of this product from the TEAC Global Site
(http://teac-global.com) to find the list or contact the TASCAM
customer support service.
Precautions for use
SD cards and USB flash drives are delicate media.
In order to avoid damaging SD cards and USB flash drives, please
take the following precautions when handling them.
0Do not leave them in extremely hot or cold places.
0Do not leave them in extremely humid places.
0Do not let them get wet.
0Do not put things on top of them or twist them.
0Do not hit them.
0Do not remove or insert them during recording, playback,
data transmission or other access.
0When transporting them, put them into cases, for example.
SD card write protection
This unit writes track information to the media in order to im-
prove operation performance. Since track information cannot be
written to SD cards that are write-protected, the amount of time
needed to read media will become longer, for example.
Note about formatting
SD cards and USB flash drives formatted by this unit are opti-
mized to improve performance during recording. Use this unit
to format the SD cards and USB flash drives to be used with it.
Errors might occur when recording with this unit using an SD
card or USB flash drive formatted by a computer or other device.
About compact 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
and WAV audio files recorded on them.
CAUTION
8cm CDs cannot be used with this unit. If an 8cm CD is load-
ed, it will be automatically ejected. If it stops ejecting before
it can be removed, press the EJECT button.
Precautions for use
0For recording, use compact discs that have one of the follow-
ing marks.
CD-R
CD-RW
0Always insert the compact discs in the slot with their label
facing upward.
0To remove a disc from its case, press down on the center of
the disc holder, then lift the disc out, holding it carefully by
the edges.
0Do not touch the signal side (the unlabeled side). Finger-
prints, oils and other substances can cause errors during play-
back.
0To 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.
0Do 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.
0Do not apply labels or other materials to discs. Do 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.
0Never use a commercially available CD stabilizer. Using stabi-
lizers with this player will damage the mechanism and cause
it to malfunction.
0Do not use cracked discs.
0Only use circular compact discs. Avoid using non-circular pro-
motional, etc. discs.
0Music 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.
0If you are in any doubt as to the care and handling of a CD-R
and CD-RW discs, read the precautions supplied with the disc,
or contact the disc manufacturer directly.
About CD-R and CD-RW discs
CD-R discs can be recorded once only. Once they have been
used for recording, they cannot be erased or re-recorded. How-
ever, if space is available on the disc, additional material can be
recorded. By finalizing a CD-R that you have finished using for
recording, you can make it playable by most ordinary CD play-
ers. (Some CD players might not be able to play back CD-R discs
even if they are finalized.)
CD-RW discs allow recorded tracks to be erased to make space
available again, allowing disc reuse. However, tracks can only be
erased in the order from the last added. To erase a track in the
middle, you must erase all the tracks added after it at the same
time. Finalized CD-RW discs can only be played back in CD play-
ers that support CD-RW disc playback.

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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. Push the disc in a little further and it will be pulled in auto-
matically 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.)
Using the TEAC Global Site
You can download this Owner’s Manual and the Reference Man-
ual necessary for this unit from the TEAC Global Site (http://
teac-global.com/).
In the TASCAM Downloads section, select the desired language
to open the Downloads website page for that language.
Product registration
Customers in the USA, please visit the following TASCAM web-
site to register your TASCAM product online.
http://tascam.com/

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Front panel
SS-CDR250N
SS-R250N
1STANDBY/ON button and indicator
Press this button to turn the unit on and off (standby).
The STANDBY/ON indicator lights when the unit is off.
CAUTION
Before turning the unit on, lower the volumes of connected
equipment to their minimum levels.
Failure to do so could result in a sudden loud noise that could
harm hearing, for example.
NOTE
When the power is on, press and hold this button for about
nine seconds or more to force the unit to restart.
Do not do this when the unit is operating (including record-
ing, playing back, or writing data to an SD card, USB flash
drive or CD). Doing so could cause proper recording to fail
and recorded data to be lost.
2 Disc insertion slot (SS-CDR250N only)
Insert CDs here.
After a disc is inserted part way, it will automatically be pulled
in.
3 Disc force ejection (emergency) hole (SS-CDR250N
only)
If pressing the EJECT button does not eject the disc because
the CD drive is not functioning, for example, use this to force
the disc to eject. (See “Force disc ejection”on page 28.)
CAUTION
Only use this in an emergency. Turn the unit off (put it in
standby) before using it.
4 EJECT button (SS-CDR250N only)
Press this button to eject the disc.
5 Display
This shows a variety of information.
6 HOME [INFO] button
i When a Menu or BROWSE screen is open, press this button
to return to the Home Screen.
i When the Home Screen is open, press this button to
change the Home Screen display mode. (See “Home
Screen” on page 17.), (See “Recording Screen” on page
19.)
TRACKTOTAL TITLE FOLDER
i Press this button and the MEDIA button at the same time
to open the LOCK SETUP screen. (See“Setting the lock func-
tion” on page 30.)
i Press this button while pressing the SHIFT button to show
the operation status of the unit. (See “Opening the INFOR-
MATION screen”on page 30.)
7 MENU [JOG] button
i When the Home Screen is open, press this button to open
the Menu Screen., (See “Menu structure” on page 20.)
and (See “Basic Menu Screen operations”on page 22.)
i When the Menu Screen is open, press this button to
change the menu page.
i When the Menu Screen is open, press this button while
pressing the SHIFT button to change the menu page in re-
verse direction.
i When a sub menu screen is open, press this button to go
back one step in the menu.
i Press this button while pressing the SHIFT button when
playing back, in playback standby or stopped on the Home
Screen to enable jog playback mode. (See “Jog playback”
on page 33.)
i Press this button when a pop-up message is open to close
it.
8 KEY [EDIT] button
i When the Home Screen is open, press this button to open
a pop-up window where you can change the key with the
key control function. (See “Using the key control function”
on page 34.)
When this pop-up is open, press the MULTI JOG dial to
turn the key control function on/off.
When this pop-up is open, turn the MULTI JOG dial to
change the key.
i Press this button while pressing the SHIFT button to open
the edit menu pop-up. (See “Edit menu operations” on
page 70.)

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9 PITCH [BROWSE] button
i When the Home Screen is open, press this button to open a
pop-up window where you can set the pitch with the pitch
control function. (See “Using the pitch control function” on
page 34.)
When this pop-up is open, press the MULTI JOG dial to
turn the pitch control function on/off.
When this pop-up is open, turn the MULTI JOG dial to
change the pitch in 1% increments.
i When this pop-up is open, press and turn the MULTI JOG
dial to change the pitch in 0.1% increments.
i Press this button while pressing the SHIFT button when
playing back, in playback standby or stopped to open the
BROWSE screen.
0
m[A-B] button
i When playing back or in playback standby, press to skip by
the amount of time set with the time skip function. (See
“Using the time skip function”on page 38.)
i When playing back or in playback standby, press and hold
this button to search backward while outputting audio (re-
view).
i When stopped and the playback area is set to FOLDER, press
to switch the current folder.
i When stopped and the playback area is set to PLAYLIST,
press to switch the current playlist.
i When the
BROWSE screen is open, press this button to go up
one level. (See “Navigating the BROWSE screen”on page 42.)
i When the Home Screen is open, press this button while
pressing the SHIFT button to turn the A-B repeat playback
function on. (See “A-B repeat playback settings” on page
35.)
q
,[INPUT] button
i When playing back or in playback standby, press to skip by
the amount of time set with the time skip function. (See
“Using the time skip function”on page 38.)
i When playing back or in playback standby, press and hold
this button to search forward while outputting audio (cue).
i When stopped and the playback area is set to FOLDER, press
to switch the current folder.
i When stopped and the playback area is set to PLAYLIST,
press to select the current playlist.
i When the BROWSE screen is open and a folder is selected,
press this button to show the contents of that folder. (See
“Navigating the BROWSE screen”on page 42.)
i Press this button while pressing the SHIFT button to open
the input source setting pop-up window. When the input
source setting window is open, turn the MULTI JOG dial
to select the input source. After selection press the MULTI
JOG dial to change the input source. (See “Selecting the
input source”on page 56.)
w SHIFT button
i While pressing this button, press a button with a blue label
to use that function.
i When the Home Screen is open, press this button to scroll
file and folder names.
i When the BROWSE Screen is open, press this button to scroll
file and folder names that are not shown completely.
i While pressing this button, turn the MULTI JOG dial to ad-
just the contrast of the display.
e PHONES jack/knob
Use this standard stereo jack to connect stereo headphones.
Use an adapter to connect headphones with a mini plug.
Use the PHONES knob to adjust the headphone output level.
CAUTION
Before connecting headphones, minimize the volume with
the PHONES knob. Failure to do so could result in a sudden
loud noise that could harm hearing, for example.
r REMOTE jack (2.5 mm dia TRS)
Connect a TASCAM RC-3F footswitch or TASCAM RC-20 direct
play remote control (both sold separately) here. This enables
remote starting and stopping of playback and other func-
tions.
When a TASCAM RC-3F footswitch is connected, you can
change the functions of the three pedals. (See “Using a
footswitch (TASCAM RC-3F)” on page 102.)
t USB port
Connect (and disconnect) USB flash drives here. (See “Con-
necting and disconnecting USB flash drives”on page 28.)
When a USB flash drive is connected, files on it can be played
back and files can be recorded to it. In addition, you can also
connect a USB keyboard here and use it to input folder and
file names, for example, as well as for external control.
By default, the unit is set to use a Japanese (JIS) keyboard.
Since English and Japanese (JIS) keyboards use different lay-
outs, change the setting on the KEYBOARD TYPE screen if you
are using an English keyboard. (See “Setting the keyboard
type”on page 96.)
y SD card slots
Insert SD cards in these slots. (See “Inserting and removing
SD cards”on page 27.)
u Remote control signal receiver
Signals from the remote control (TASCAM RC-10) are received
here. When operating the remote control, point it toward this
receiver.
i MEDIA button
i When the Home Screen is displayed, press this button to
open the MEDIA SELECT Screen. (See “Selecting media” on
page 29.)
i Press this button and the HOME [INFO] button at the same
time to open the LOCK SETUP screen. (See “Setting the lock
function”on page 30.)
o MULTI JOG dial
This dial functions as a dial when turned and as a button
when pressed.
Dial functions
i When the home screen is open during playback or play-
back standby and marks have been added, turn the MULTI
JOG dial to move to marks. When there are no marks, turn
to skip between tracks.
i When inputting a program, use to select tracks to assign.
i When a Menu Screen is open, turn to select items and
change setting values.
i When editing names, use to select characters.
i During jog playback, use to move in 10msec intervals. (See
“Jog playback” on page 33.)
i While pressing the SHIFT button, turn the MULTI JOG dial
to adjust the contrast of the display.
i While pressing the HOME [INFO] button, turn the MULTI
JOG dial to adjust the brightness of the display and the
various indicators.
i When the BROWSE screen is open, turn to select folders and

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files within the same folder. (See “Navigating the BROWSE
screen”on page 42.)
Button functions
i When the Home Screen is open and the unit is stopped,
recording, in recording standby, playing back or in play-
back standby, press this button to add a mark. (See “Adding
marks manually when recording” on page 68.), (See
“Adding marks”on page 87.)
i When a Menu Screen is open, press to confirm selections
and settings (ENTER button function).
i When the BROWSE screen is open, press this to show the
pop-up folder/file menu for the selected folder/file. (See
“Folder operations” on page 43.),(See “File operations” on
page 44.)
CAUTION
Marks cannot be added when the current medium is CD.
p STOP button/STOP [LOAD] button (SS-CDR250 only)
i Press to stop playback or recording.
i When the playback area is set to PROGRAM and playback is
stopped, press to clear the entire program.
i Press this button while pressing and holding the SHIFT
button to start flash loading (SS-CDR250N only).
a PLAY button/indicator
i Press when stopped or in playback standby to start play-
back.
i Press when in recording standby to start recording.
i This button lights during playback and recording.
i This button blinks during jog playback.
s PAUSE [CALL] button/indicator
i Press when stopped or playing back to start playback
standby.
i Press when recording to start recording standby.
i This button lights when in playback standby or recording
standby.
i This button blinks during jog playback.
i When in playback standby, press this button to search for
the call point (last point playback started from playback
standby) and resume playback standby. (See “Using the call
function”on page 39.)
d RECORD [TRK INC] button/indicator
i Press when stopped to start recording standby.
i When recording, press to divide the recording by creating a
new file (increment the track number).
i This button lights when recording or in recording standby.
i If the currently-selected medium is not loaded, pressing
this button starts input monitoring and the selected input
signal will be output. This button blinks during input moni-
toring.
Rear panel
f MIC/LINE IN (BALANCED) L/R jacks
These are balanced XLR analog input jacks.
i The nominal input level can be set to either +4 dBu (default)
or +6 dBu. (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD),(See “Setting the refer-
ence level”on page 96.)
i By changing the input sensitivity, you can use these as mic
inputs. (See “Setting mic/line input sensitivity” on page
58.)
gANALOG IN (UNBALANCED) L/R jacks
These are analog RCA pin input jacks.
The nominal input level is -10 dBV.
hANALOG OUT (UNBALANCED) L/R jacks
These are analog RCA pin output jacks.
The nominal output level is -10 dBV.
jANALOG OUT (BALANCED) L/R jacks
These are balanced XLR analog output jacks.
The nominal output level can be set to either +4 dBu (default)
or +6 dBu. (1: GND, 2: HOT, 3: COLD), (See “Setting the refer-
ence level”on page 96.)
k AES/EBU IN jack
This is a balanced XLR AES3-2003/IEC60958-4 (AES/EBU) format
digital audio input jack.
A sampling rate converter that supports 32–192 kHz is built-
in.(See “Using the sampling rate converter” on page 64.)
To link a second SS-CDR250N/SS-R250N, connect the AES/
EBU OUT jack on the other unit to this jack. (See “Making
connections for link playback” on page 40.)
l AES/EBU OUT jack
This is a balanced XLR AES3-2003/IEC60958-4 (AES/EBU) format
digital audio output jack.
To link a second SS-CDR250N/SS-R250N, connect the AES/
EBU IN jack on the other unit to this jack. (See “Making con-
nections for link playback” on page 40.)
;SPDIF IN jack
This is a digital audio input jack.
A sampling rate converter that supports 32–192 kHz is built-
in.(See “Using the sampling rate converter” on page 64.)
To link a second SS-R250N, connect the SPDIF OUT jack on
the other unit to this jack. (See “Making connections for link
playback” on page 40.)

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z SPDIF OUT jack
This is a digital audio output jack.
Signals can be output in IEC60958-3 (S/PDIF) format.
To link a second SS-R250N, connect the SPDIF IN jack on the
other unit to this jack. (See “Making connections for link play-
back” on page 40.)
x RS-232C connector
This is a 9-pin D-sub RS-422 control input/output connector.
Connect a TASCAM RC-SS150 remote control or personal
computer, for example, here. (See “Using the RS-232C con-
nector” on page 102.)
c PARALLEL connector
This is a 25-pin D-sub parallel control input/output connector.
Connect a TASCAM RC-SS20 or other external controller here.
v Ethernet connector
This is an Ethernet port. Use this to connect to a network,
transfer files and control the unit externally.
bOPTION slot
Use this slot to install an I/O card (sold separately).
nAC IN connector
Plug the included power cord in here.
PARALLEL connector overview
The PARALLEL connector on the back allows external control of the unit. (A
TASCAM RC-SS20 can also be connected.)
The pin assignments are as follows.
Pin No. Function IN/OUT
1GND –
2PLAY/Flash 1 IN
3STOP/Flash 2 IN
4RECORD/Flash 3 IN
5/(Next)/Flash 4 IN
6.(Previous)/Flash 5 IN
7Flash Load IN
8Fader Start IN
9Flash Tally OUT
10 Ready Tally OUT
11 Record Tally OUT
12 Stop Tally OUT
13 Play Tally OUT
14 Remote Select* IN
15 Ready/Flash 6 IN
16 Call/Flash 7 IN
17 Auto Cue/Flash 8 IN
18 Auto Ready/Flash 9 IN
19 Pitch/Flash 10 IN
20 100100Flash Page** IN
21 EOM Tally OUT
22 Device Select Tally 1*** OUT
23 Ducking Tally OUT
24 Device Select Tally 2*** OUT
25 +5V -
IN: External command reception active low (usually 30
msec or more, 1 sec or more when recording MP3 files,
functions when connected to GND)
OUT: Transport status display signals by open collector (10Ω
output impedance, 20V withstand voltage, 35mA max-
imum current)
+5V: 50mA maximum supplied current
*Pin 14 (Remote Select)
When high, the first function is enabled when there are two functions
separated by a / for the input pin in the above table (pins 2–6 and
15–19), and it can be used as an ordinary parallel controller.
When low, those input pins function as flash start keys.
**Pin 20 (Flash Page)
When pin 14 (Remote Select) is low, the pin 20 high/low sta-
tus determines the assigned tracks as follows.
#14 #20 Flash start tracks
Low High 1–10
Low Low 11–20
In the following connection example, fader starts and stops
control playback of this unit.
START
(PLAY)
STOP
(PAUSE)
Pin 1
FADER START
Pin 8
GND
PARALLEL 113
1425
***Pin 22/Pin 24 (Device Select Tally 1/2)
The high/low statuses of pins 22 and 24 determine the device
assignments as follows.
#22 #24 Device assignment
Low Low USB
High High SD1
High Low SD2
Low High CD

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Wireless remote control (TASCAM RC-10)
1
m/.button
Press briefly during playback to skip to the beginning of the
track.
Press briefly when near the beginning of a track to skip to the
beginning of the track before it.
Press and hold to search backwards.
When the BROWSE screen is open, press to move up one level.
(See “Navigating the BROWSE screen”on page 42.)
2 STOP [8] button
Press to stop playback or recording.
3RECORD [0] button
Press when stopped to start recording standby.
When recording, press to increment the track number (create
a new file and continue recording). (See “Incrementing track
numbers manually”on page 66.)
4F1 button
Press when stopped or playing back to start playback stand-
by.
Press when recording to start recording standby.
5F2 button
When a Menu Screen is open, press this button to return to
the Home Screen.
Press when the Home Screen is open to change the display
mode. (See“Home Screen”on page 17.)
6
,//button
Press briefly to skip to the beginning of the next track.
Press and hold to search forward.
When the BROWSE screen is open and a folder is selected,
press this button to open that folder.
7PLAY [7] button
Press when stopped or playback ready to start playback.
Press when in recording standby to start recording.
8MARK button
When stopped, recording, playing back or in playback stand-
by, press this button to add a mark. (See “Adding marks man-
ually when recording” on page 68.), (See “Adding marks” on
page 87.)
9F3 [+] button
Press to move to the next mark.
When the BROWSE screen is open, press to move the cursor
up. (See“Navigating the BROWSE screen” on page 42.)
0F4 [−] button
Press to move to the mark before the current location.
When the BROWSE screen is open, press to move the cursor
down. (See “Navigating the BROWSE screen”on page 42.)
Home Screen
The Home Screen has four display modes: TRACK, TOTAL, TITLE
and FOLDER.
Each time you press the HOME [INFO] button, the display mode
will change.
Home Screen TRACK display mode
Home Screen TOTAL display mode
Home Screen TITLE display mode
Home Screen FOLDER display mode
1Level meters
This area shows the levels of the input and playback signals.
2Elapsed time from track beginning
This shows the elapsed time from the beginning of the cur-
rent track (hours: minutes: seconds).
During jog playback 10msec intervals are also shown.
3Remaining time to track end
This shows the remaining time to the end of the current track
(hours: minutes: seconds).

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4Current medium
This shows the name of the currently selected medium. (See
“Selecting media”on page 29.)
: USB flash drive selected
: SD card 1 selected
: SD card 2 selected
: CD selected
5Display mode
This shows the current Home Screen display mode.
6Track number
This shows the number of the currently playing track.
7Mark display
Marks are shown by bicons.
8 Track playback position
This bar shows the current playback position.
As playback progresses, the bar extends from the left.
9Playback function activation status
Icons appear for the playback functions that are currently on.
Icon Meaning
Appears when auto ready function is on
Appears when auto cue function is on
Appears when incremental playback function is
on
Appears when already flash loaded
0Pitch control status
This shows whether the pitch control function is on/off and
the currently set pitch adjustment.
qKey control status
This shows whether the key control function is on/off and the
currently set key adjustment.
wRepeat playback status
An icon appears when the repeat playback function is on.
: Repeat playback
: A-B repeat playback
eUpload/download status
An icon appears when files, for example, are being uploaded
or downloaded via a network.
: Uploading
: Downloading
r Track title
This shows the title of the current track.
Press the SHIFT button on the unit to scroll this.
t Playback mode
This shows the current playback mode. (See “Setting the play
mode”on page 32.)
: Continuous playback mode
: Single playback mode
: Program playback mode
: Random playback mode
yTimer event setting status
The icon appears when the timer event function is on. (See
“Turning the timer event function on/off” on page 81.)
u Playback area
This shows the current playback file area.
: All files on the current medium
: All files in the selected folder
: All files assigned to the playlist
i Total track recorded time
This shows the elapsed time of the play area (hours: minutes:
seconds).
o Total track remaining time
This shows the remaining time of the play area (hours: min-
utes: seconds).
p Total elapsed playback position
This bar shows the current playback position.
As playback progresses, the bar extends from the left.
a Track number/total number of tracks
This shows the current track number and total number of
tracks in the current playback area.
sFolder name
This shows the name of the folder that contains the current
track.
NOTE
i When stopped, the total playback time of the playback area
is always shown regardless of the Home Screen display mode
setting.
i In PROGRAM mode, the elapsed time and remaining time are
shown for the entire program rather than the entire playback
area.

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Recording Screen
The Recording Screen has four display modes: TRACK, TOTAL, TI-
TLE and FOLDER.
Each time you press the HOME [INFO] button, the display mode
will change.
Recording Screen TRACK display mode
Recording Screen TOTAL display mode
Recording Screen TITLE display mode
Recording Screen FOLDER display mode
1Input levels
The input sound levels are shown.
2Elapsed track recording time
This shows the elapsed time of the recorded track (hours:
minutes: seconds).
3Remaining track recording time
This shows the remaining available recording time (hours:
minutes: seconds).
4File type
This shows the current recording file format.
When dual format recording is on, two file formats are shown
like . (See “Making recording format settings” on
page 61.)
5Display mode
This shows the current Home Screen display mode.
6Track number
This shows the number of the track currently being recorded.
7Track recording position
The current recording position is shown by a bar. As record-
ing progresses, the bar extends from the left.
8Recording function activation status
Icons appear for the recording functions that are currently on.
Icon Meaning
Appears when the dynamics function LIMITER is
on
Appears when the dynamics function COMP_SOFT
is on
Appears when the dynamics function COMP_HARD
is on
Appears when the automatic gain control function
is on
Appears when the sampling rate converter is on
Appears when the sync recording function is on
Appears when the automatic track incrementation
function is on
Appears when the automatic mark function is on
9Current medium
This shows the name of the currently selected medium.
When the relay recording function is on, an icon like
will appear that shows the current medium and the next me-
dium to be used for recording.(See “Making recording format
settings”on page 61.)
When the backup function is on, an icon like will ap-
pear that shows the two types of media used for recording.
(See “Making recording format settings”on page 61.)
0Track title
This shows the title of the track being recorded.
q Phantom power supply status
When phantom power is on, the icon appears. (See “Set-
ting phantom power” on page 59.)
wLow-cut filter setting status
When the low-cut filter is set, the icon appears. (See “Set-
ting the low-cut filter”on page 60.)
eTimer event setting status
The icon appears when the timer event function is on. (See
“Turning the timer event function on/off” on page 81.)
rInput setting status
This shows the name of the currently selected input.
Icon Meaning
Input from ANALOG IN (UNBALANCED)
L/R jacks
Input from MIC/LINE IN (BALANCED)
jacks
Input from AES/EBU IN jack
Input from SPDIF IN jack
Input from IF-DA2 Dante interface card
tTotal track elapsed time
This shows the total recording time of everything on the cur-
rent medium (hours: minutes: seconds).

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yTotal track remaining time
This shows the remaining recording time available on the
current medium (hours: minutes: seconds).
uTotal recording position
The current recording position is shown by a bar.
As recording progresses, the bar extends from the left.
iTrack number/total number of tracks
This shows the current track number and total number of
track in the current playback area.
oName of track recording folder
This shows the name of the folder where tracks are recorded.
NOTE
The remaining time differs according to the file recording for-
mat. (See “Setting the recording file format”on page 61.)
Menu structure
Press the MENU [JOG] button to open the PLAY 1 page of the
menu.
The SS-CDR250N MENU screen has 22 pages and the SS-
CDR250N MENU screen has 21 pages organized by types of
menu items.
Page name Contents
1PLAY 1
Make playback settings.2 PLAY 2
3PLAY 3
4PLAYLIST Make playlist settings.
5REC 1
Make recording settings.
6REC 2
7REC 3
8REC 4
9REC 5
10 CD This menu includes CD-specific operations.
(SS-CDR250N only)
11 TIMER EVENT Make timer event settings.
12 MARK LIST Make mark list settings.
13 NETWORK 1 Make network settings.
14 NETWORK 2
15 FTP CLIENT Make FTP settings.
16 SNTP Make SNTP settings.
17 UTILITY Make utility settings.
18 PREFERENCES Make preference settings.
19 REMOTE Make remote control settings.
20 MEDIA Work with media.
21 SYSTEM 1 Make system settings.
22 SYSTEM 2
The various menu items are as follows.
Menu item Function Page
PLAY 1 page
PLAY AREA Playback area setting page 31
PLAY MODE Playback mode setting page 32
REPEAT Repeat playback function
settings page 35
AUTO CUE Auto cue function settings page 35
AUTO READY Auto ready function setting page 36
PLAY 2 page
INCREMENTAL PLAY Incremental playback func-
tion setting page 36
MONO MIX Mono playback function
setting page 36
DUCKING Ducking function settings page 37
EOM TRACK EOM function settings page 37
EOM MEDIA
PLAY 3 page
RESUME Resume playback function
setting page 38
TIME SKIP Time skip function setting page 38
FADER DELAY Playback start timing set-
ting page 39
OUTPUT RATE
Audio output setting for
external sampling frequen-
cy synchronization
page 39
CALL Call function setting page 39
PLAYLIST page
PLAYLIST EDIT Playlist editing page 50
REC 1 page
INPUT SELECT Input source selection page 56
REC SET LINK
Input channel link setting page 57
BAL. INPUT GAIN Mic input sensitivity setting page 58
INPUT LEVEL Input volume setting page 58
MIC PHANTOM Phantom power setting page 59
REC 2 page
MIC AGC Automatic gain control for
mic input function setting page 59
DYNAMICS Dynamics function setting page 60
LOW CUT
Low-cut filter setting page 60
REC 3 page
REC FORMAT
Recording file format set-
ting
page 61
BACKUP/RELAY ME-
DIA
Backup and relay recording
media settings page 62
WAV SETTING WAV file settings page 62
MP3 BITRATE
MP3 file bit rate setting page 62
STEREO/MONO Recording input channel
setting page 62
REC 4 page
FILE NAME Set the file name format page 63
DITHER Dither setting page 64
SRC Sampling rate converter
setting page 64