» CD-RW700 CD Rewritable Recorder 3D0031900A OWNER'S MANUAL Ü ÿ Y This appliance has a serial number located on the rear panel. Please record the model number and serial number and retain them for your records. Model number Serial number 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 an 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. Important Safety Precautions Note for U.K. Customers TO THE USER DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer. If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off, remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply. If this product is not provided with a mains plug, or one has to be fitted, then follow the instructions given below: 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 interference in a residential area. This device generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, it may cause interference to radio or TV reception. If this unit does cause interference with TV or radio reception you can try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: a) b) b) c) b) b) b) Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. Plug the equipment into a different outlet so that it is not on the same circuit as the receiver. If necessary, consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for additional suggestions. IMPORTANT: DO NOT make any connection to the larger terminal which is marked with the letter E or by the safety earth symbol ç or coloured GREEN or GREEN-and-YELLOW. The wires in the mains lead on this product are coloured in accordance with the following code: BLUE BROWN : NEUTRAL : LIVE CAUTION Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by TEAC CORPORATION for compliance could void the user's authority to operate For the consumers in Europe WARNING This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. Pour les utilisateurs en Europe As these colours may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED. When replacing the fuse only a correctly rated approved type should be used and be sure to re-fit the fuse cover. IF IN DOUBT -- CONSULT A COMPETENT ELECTRICIAN. AVERTISSEMENT Il s'agit d'un produit de Classe A. Dans un environnement domestique, cet appareil peut provoquer des interférences radio, dans ce cas l'utilisateur peut être amené à prendre des mesures appropriées. Für Kunden in Europa Warnung Dies is eine Einrichtung, welche die Funk-Entstörung nach Klasse A besitzt. Diese Einrichtung kann im Wohnbereich Funkstörungen versursachen ; in diesem Fall kann vom Betrieber verlang werden, angemessene Maßnahmen durchzuführen und dafür aufzukommen. 2 TASCAM CD-RW700 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: ... Read all of these Instructions. ... Save these Instructions for later use. ... Follow all Warnings and Instructions marked on the audio equipment. 1) Read Instructions -- All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. 2) Retain Instructions -- The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3) Heed Warnings -- All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4) Follow Instructions -- All operating and use instructions should be followed. 5) Cleaning -- Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 6) Attachments -- Do not use attachments not recommended by the product manufacturer as they may cause hazards. 7) Water and Moisture -- Do not use this product near water -- for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink, or laundry tub; in a wet basement; or near a swimming pool; and the like. 8) Accessories -- Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The product may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the product. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the product. Any mounting of the product should follow the manufacturer's instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. 9) A product and cart combination should be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the product and cart combination to overturn. "Note to CATV system installer: This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer's attention to Section 820-40 of the NEC which provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding system of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical. Example of Antenna Grounding as per National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 ANTENNA LEAD IN WIRE GROUND CLAMP ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT (NEC SECTION 810-20) ELECTRIC SERVICE EQUIPMENT GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21) GROUND CLAMPS POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM (NEC ART 250. PART H) NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE 10) Ventilation -- Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface. This product should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer's instructions have been adhered to. 11) Power Sources -- This product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your product dealer or local power company. For products intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the operating instructions. 12) Grounding or Polarization -- This product may be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug. 13) Power-Cord Protection -- Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product. 14) Outdoor Antenna Grounding -- If an outside antenna or cable system is connected to the product, be sure the antenna or cable system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and builtup static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with regard to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna-discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. 15) Lightning -- For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges. 16) Power Lines -- An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal. 17) Overloading -- Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in risk of fire or electric shock. 18) Object and Liquid Entry -- Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. 19) Servicing -- Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 20) Damage Requiring Service -- Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions: a) when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged. b) if liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product. c) if the product has been exposed to rain or water. d) if the product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the product to its normal operation. e) if the product has been dropped or damaged in any way. f ) when the product exhibits a distinct change in performance ­ this indicates a need for service. 21) Replacement Parts -- When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards. 22) Safety Check -- Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition. 23) Wall or Ceiling Mounting -- The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer. 24) Heat -- The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat. TASCAM CD-RW700 3 SAFETY INFORMATION This product has been designed and manufactured according to FDA regulations "title 21, CFR, chapter 1, subchapter J, based on the Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968", and is classified as a class 1 laser product. There is no hazardous invisible laser radiation during operation because invisible laser radiation emitted inside of this product is completely confined in the protective housings. The label required in this regulation is shown 1. CAUTION - DO NOT REMOVE THE PROTECTIVE HOUSING USING A SCREWDRIVER. - USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE. - IF THIS PRODUCT DEVELOPS TROUBLE, CONTACT YOUR NEAREST QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL, AND DO NOT USE THE PRODUCT IN ITS DAMAGED STATE. Voltage Conversion (General export models only) Be sure to remove the power cord from the AC outlet before repositioning the voltage converter switch. 1.Locate the voltage selector on the rear panel. 2.Using a flat-bladed screwdriver, set to the appropriate 230V or 120V position according to your area. Optical pickup: Type : KRS-202A or KRS-220B Manufacturer : SONY Corporation Laser output : Less than 0.1 mW (Play) and 32 mW Laser output : (Record) on the objective lens Wavelength : 777 - 787 nm For CANADA AC POWER CORD CONNECTION CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT. Pour le CANADA CORDE DE CONNEXION CA ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQU'AU FOND. 4 TASCAM CD-RW700 Table of Contents 1 - Introduction 1.1 1.2 About CD-R and CD-RW discs .........6 Finalizing ............................................7 1.2.1 1.2.2 "Recordable" discs ....................................7 About this manual ......................................7 Rack-mounting the unit .............................7 Beware of condensation ............................8 Never use a stabilizer or printable discs .8 Handling of compact discs .......................8 Additional notes with regard to CD-R and CD-RW discs .............................8 Recommended media ................................9 Default settings ..........................................9 Dimensional drawing .................................9 1.3 1.4 Unpacking the CD-RW700 .................7 1.3.1 1.4.1 1.4.2 1.4.3 1.4.4 1.4.5 1.4.6 1.4.7 Environmental considerations .........7 2.4 2.5 D E F G H I J K L 2.3.1 ERASE key ........................................ 12 RECORD key ..................................... 12 SYNC REC key .................................. 13 REC MUTE key ................................. 13 SEARCH keys ................................... 13 SKIP keys .......................................... 13 STOP key .......................................... 13 PAUSE key ........................................ 13 PLAY key ........................................... 13 Use of the remote control unit ................ 13 Connections .................................... 13 Timer operations ............................. 13 2.5.1 2.5.2 2.5.3 Setting the clock ...................................... 13 Setting the timer ...................................... 14 Using the timer ......................................... 14 3 - Playback operations 3.1 Simple playback operations ........... 15 3.1.1 3.1.2 3.1.3 Time display modes ................................ 15 Track search ............................................. 15 Playback modes ....................................... 15 2 - Features of the CD-RW700 2.1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q Front panel .......................................11 POWER switch (STANDBY/ON) ..............11 Disc tray ....................................................11 OPEN/CLOSE key .....................................11 RHSL key ..................................................11 DIGITAL DIRECT ......................................11 INPUT SELECT .........................................11 REMOTE SENSOR ....................................11 Display ......................................................11 MENU key ..................................................11 DISPLAY key ......................................11 MULTI JOG control ...........................11 TIMER switch (PLAY, OFF, REC) .....11 PHONES jack and LEVEL control ....11 REC LEVEL controls .........................11 FINALIZE key .....................................11 ERASE key .........................................11 STOP key ...........................................12 PLAY key ............................................12 PAUSE key .........................................12 RECORD key ......................................12 SYNC REC key ...................................12 FADER key .........................................12 3.2 3.3 Programmed order playback ......... 16 Repeat play ...................................... 16 4 - Recording 4.1 Input selection ................................. 17 4.1.1 4.1.2 4.1.3 Signal volume .......................................... 17 Input monitoring ...................................... 17 Frequency conversion ............................ 17 Playing back tracks ................................. 18 Time display while recording ................. 18 Manual track division .............................. 19 Restricting the number of tracks ........... 19 Full disc .................................................... 19 Synchronized recording .......................... 19 Automatic track division ......................... 21 SCMS and the CD-RW700 ....................... 22 Digital direct ............................................. 22 Rec mute function ................................... 23 Fade-in and fade-out ............................... 23 Rehearsal for synchronized recording .. 24 Rehearsal for track division .................... 25 4.2 Basic recording ............................... 18 4.2.1 4.2.2 4.2.3 4.2.4 4.2.5 4.3 Advanced recording ....................... 19 4.3.1 4.3.2 4.3.3 4.3.4 4.3.5 4.3.6 2.2 Rear panel ........................................12 ANALOG IN (L, R) (UNBALANCED) .12 ANALOG OUT (L, R) (UNBALANCED) ................................12 DIGITAL COAXIAL (IN, OUT) ............12 DIGITAL OPTICAL (IN, OUT) ............12 4.4 Rehearsal ......................................... 23 4.4.1 4.4.2 5 - After recording 5.1 5.2 Finalizing .......................................... 26 5.1.1 5.2.1 5.2.2 5.2.3 Unfinalizing CD-RW discs ....................... 26 Erasing tracks .......................................... 26 Erasing a whole disc ............................... 27 Refreshing a disc ..................................... 27 2.3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C Remote control unit .........................12 POWER key ........................................12 OPEN/CLOSE key ..............................12 Number keys (0 through 10 and +10) .............................................12 CLEAR key .........................................12 REPEAT key .......................................12 DISPLAY key ......................................12 MENU key ...........................................12 ENTER key .........................................12 FADER key .........................................12 MONITOR key ....................................12 PLAY MODE key ................................12 FINALIZE key .....................................12 Erasing ............................................. 26 6 - Reference and specifications 6.1 6.2 Troubleshooting .............................. 28 Specifications .................................. 28 TASCAM CD-RW700 5 1 - Introduction The CD-RW700 CD rewritable recorder allows you to make your own CDs from a variety of sources-- other CDs, MD recordings, analog cassette tapes, and records. Tracks can be recorded all at one time, or added, until the disc is "finalized", allowing it to be played on CD players. NOTE ate 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 CD-RW700. Some models of CD player may be unable to play certain discs produced using the CD-RW700. 1.1 About CD-R and CD-RW discs The CD-RW700 uses CD-R and CD-RW Digital media. A variety of sophisticated features are incorporated in the CD-RW700, allowing a wide degree of flexibility. The CD-RW700 provides analog unbalanced audio inputs and outputs for connection to ­10 dBV equipment. In addition, coaxial and optical inputs and outputs are provided for recording from and playing back to suitably-equipped digital audio equipment. The analog and digital signals may be mixed, allowing unprecedented versatility while recording. 24-bit digital-to-analog and analog-to-digital converters provide excellent recording and playback quality. A sampling frequency convertor is incorporated, allowing the recording of CDs from digital audio sources which are at frequencies other than the CD standard sampling frequency of 44.1 kHz. Track divisions can be entered manually, or can produced automatically as a response to the input signal level. A recording buffer ensures that even the first milliseconds of a track are recorded, and a rehearsal mode allows the precise positioning of track divisions, allowing the elimination of false starts or late entries. "One-touch" fade-ins and fade-outs over a specified time allow you to edit program material to your specific requirements. A multi-function "multi jog" dial is used to set and confirm parameter settings. A wireless remote control unit allows control of the CD-RW700 from remote locations. NOTE CD-R discs can be recorded once only. Once they have been used for recording, they cannot be erased or re-recorded. However, if space is available on the disc, additional material can be recorded. The packaging of CD-R discs will include the following logo: By contrast, a CD-RW disc can be used in much the same way as a CD-R disc, but the last track or tracks recorded can be erased before the disc has been "finalized", and the space on the disc can be re- used for other recordings. The packaging of CD-RW discs will include the a logo similar to the following: However, you should note that an audio CD created using a CD-RW disc may not play back satisfactorily on every audio CD player. It will, naturally, be playable on the CD-RW700. This is in no way a limitation of the CD-RW700 itself, but of the difference between the different types of media and the methods used to read them. CD-R discs created on the CD-RW700, by contrast, may be played satisfactorily on the majority of audio CD players. 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 appropri- 6 TASCAM CD-RW700 1 · Introduction--Finalizing For details of disc brands that are known to work well with the CD-RW700, see 1.4.5, "Recommended media". 1.3 Unpacking the CD-RW700 When unpacking the unit, you should find the following items, in addition to this manual: · · · · The main unit itself The remote control unit Two AA batteries for the remote control unit A rack-mounting screw kit 1.2 Finalizing Although audio data may be written on a CD-R or CD-RW disc, a standard CD player will not be able to read the data (i.e. play back the audio) until a final table of contents (TOC) has been written at the start of the disc. The process of writing this table of contents is known as "finalizing". Once this has been done, no further data can be written to the disk. See 5.1, "Finalizing" for details. In the case of a CD-RW disc which has been finalized, the whole of the disc may be erased, or the disc may be "refreshed", and the disc re-used. In addition, a CD-RW disc that has been finalized may be "unfinalized", i.e. the TOC is removed. This allows further tracks to be recorded to the disc, provided that there is space on the disc. 1.3.1 Rack-mounting the unit Use the rack-mounting kit to mount the unit in a standard 19-inch equipment rack, as shown below. Remove the feet of the unit before mounting it. See 1.4, "Environmental considerations" below for details of ventilation, etc. 1.2.1 "Recordable" discs In this manual, we use the term "recordable" disc to describe a CD-R or CD-RW disc that has not been finalized, i.e. further recording is possible on the disc. 1.2.2 About this manual 1.4 Environmental considerations The CD-RW700 may be used in most areas, but to maintain top performance, and prolong operating life, observe the following environmental conditions: The nominal temperature should be between 5°C and 35°C (41°F and 95°F). The CD-RW700 is more sensitive to extremes of temperature than ordinary CD players. Relative humidity should be 30 to 90 degrees noncondensing. As the unit may become hot during operation, always leave sufficient space above the unit for ventilation. If you are mounting the unit in a rack, leave 1U of space above it. You should not place the unit on a piece of equipment generating heat, e.g. an amplifier, to avoid possible problems with overheating. Make sure that the unit is mounted in a level position for correct operation. Do not mount the unit in a rack tilted 5° or more from the vertical position. In this manual, we use the following conventions: · The names of keys and controls are given in the following typeface: ERASE. · When the alphanumeric portion of the display shows a message, this is shown in the following typeface: Welcome. · If a preset indicator in the display (i.e. one which cannot change, but is either on or off) is shown, this is shown as follows: SHUFFLE. · When referring to a front or rear panel control or feature, the following typeface is used to show the number of the feature (as given in the diagram in this manual, and the corresponding explanation): 5. · When referring to a remote control key, the following typeface is used to show the number of the key (as given in the diagram in this manual, and the corresponding explanation): 5. TASCAM CD-RW700 7 1 · Introduction--Environmental considerations NOTE If the mounting surface is more than 5 degrees away from the horizontal, it will not open or close. The voltage supplied to the unit should match the voltage as printed on the rear panel. If you are in any doubt regarding this matter, consult an electrician. NOTE When transporting the unit, always use the original packing materials. For this reason, we strongly recommend that you save all the packing materials that came with the CD-RW700, in case you need to transport it in the future. In addition, when transporting the unit, you should tape the disc tray closed, using an adhesive tape that will not spoil the finish of the unit. · Finger marks and dust should be carefully wiped off the disc's recorded surface with a soft cloth. Unlike conventional records, the compact disc has no grooves to collect dust and microscopic debris, so gently wiping with a soft cloth should remove most particles. · Wipe in a straight motion from the inside to the outside of the disc. Small dust particles and light stains will have absolutely no effect on reproduction quality. 1.4.1 Beware of condensation If the unit (or a compact disc) is moved from a cold to a warm place, or used after a sudden temperature change, there is a danger of condensation; vapor in the air could condense on the internal mechanism, making correct operation impossible. To prevent this, or if this occurs, leave the player for one or two hours with the power turned on, then turn the power off and on again. 1.4.2 Never use a stabilizer or printable discs Using commercially available CD stabilizers or printable recordable discs with this player will damage the mechanism and cause it to malfunction. NOTE · Never use such chemicals as record sprays, antistatic sprays or fluid, benzine or thinner to clean compact discs. Such chemicals will do irreparable damage to the disc's plastic surface. · Discs should be returned to their cases after use to avoid serious scratches that could cause the laser pickup to "skip". · Don't expose discs to direct sunlight or high humidity and temperature for extended periods. Long exposure to high temperature can warp the disc. · Only use circular compact discs. Avoid using noncircular promotional, etc. discs. Never use a disc that has had a stabilizer mounted to it. The residual adhesive may cause the disc to stick to the mechanism of the CD-RW700. If it sticks to the mechanism, you will need a technician to get it out. · To keep the laser pickups clean, don't touch them. For the same reason, don't leave the disc trays opened unnecessarily. 1.4.3 Handling of compact discs Observe the following: · Always place the compact discs in the trays with their label facing upward (compact discs can only be played on one side). · To remove a disc from its storage case, press down on the center of the case, and lift the disc out, holding it carefully by the edges. 1.4.4 Additional notes with regard to CD-R and CD-RW discs There are additional precautions that you should take when handling CD-R and CD-RW discs, that are different to those that you should take when handling ordinary CDs. · Avoid touching the recording (non-label) side of a disc on which you will be recording. Recording on a disc requires a cleaner surface than playing back, and fingerprints, grease, etc. can cause errors in the recording process. · CD-R discs are more sensitive to the effects of heat and ultraviolet rays than ordinary CDs. It is important that they are not stored in a location where 8 TASCAM CD-RW700 1 · Introduction--Environmental considerations direct sunlight will fall on them, and which is away from sources of heat such as radiators or heat-generating electrical devices. Always store CD-R discs in their "jewel cases" to avoid dirt and dust accumulating on their surfaces. Do not put labels or protective sheets on the discs and do not use any protective coating spray. When labeling CD-R discs, always use a soft oilbased felt-tipped pen to write the information. Never use a ball-point or hard-tipped pen, as this may cause damage to the recorded side. Dirty discs may be cleaned using a soft dry cloth and/or a commercial CD cleaning fluid or ethyl alcohol. Do not use thinner, gasoline, benzene or LP cleaning fluid, as these will damage the disc. If you are in any doubt as to the care and handling of a CD-R disc, read the precautions supplied with the disc, or contact the disc manufacturer directly. obtained from your TASCAM dealer, or found on the TASCAM Web site at http://www.tascam.com. · · · 1.4.6 Default settings The default settings when the CD-RW700 is shipped from the factory are given below. Setting Digital direct (D_DIRECT) Input selection Auto track (A_TRACK) Trigger level (S_LEVEL) FADE IN time Description 4.3.4, "Digital direct" Default value Off · · 1.4.5 Recommended media An up-to-date list of manufacturers who produce media suitable for use in the CD-RW700 can be 4.1, "Input selection" Analog 4.3.2, "Automatic track On division" 4.3.1, "Synchronized ­54 dB recording" 4.3.6, "Fade-in and fade- 3 seconds out" FADE OUT time 4.3.6, "Fade-in and fade- 3 seconds out" Volume (DIGITAL IN) 4.1.1, "Signal volume" 0 dB Volume (ANALOG IN) 4.1.1, "Signal volume" 0 dB Timer on/off times 2.5.2, "Setting the timer" Unset Play mode 3.1.3, "Playback modes" Continue Trim 4.4, "Rehearsal" ±0 frames 1.4.7 Dimensional drawing 76mm (3.0") 88mm (3.5") 98mm (3.9") 483mm (19.0") 465mm (18.3") 21mm (0.8") 284.5m m 6.5mm (0.3") 435mm (17.1") TASCAM CD-RW700 9 2 - Features of the CD-RW700 10 TASCAM CD-RW700 2 · Features of the CD-RW700--Front panel 2.1 Front panel 1 POWER switch (STANDBY/ON) The power switch is used to switch the unit between standby mode (the time from the internal clock is displayed) and on (full operational mode). When the unit is turned on, the display shows Welcome!. A DISPLAY key Repeated presses of this key cycle through the different time display modes. These modes differ, according to whether the unit is playing back or recording a disc. B MULTI JOG control Use this control to select tracks for playback, to set parameter values, etc. Typically, turning the control clockwise will increase a value, and turning it counterclockwise will decrease the value. There is no "end-stop" to the control--it may be turned continuously in either direction. In addition, pushing the control acts like an "enter" key, i.e. the currently-displayed value or setting is confirmed. 2 Disc tray Discs should be placed label side upwards in the disc tray. When a disc is loaded into the unit, the display briefly shows TOC Reading., with a flashing period following the word "Reading" as the unit determines the contents of the disc. 3 OPEN/CLOSE key Use this key to open and close the disc tray. The display shows OPEN when the tray is opening and CLOSE when the tray is closing. C TIMER switch (PLAY, OFF, REC) Use this switch with the timer functions to control the behavior of the unit when the timer "on" time is reached. See 2.5, "Timer operations" for details. 4 RHSL key Use this key when recording to set and adjust the start point of a recording session or the start of a track on the recorded disc. See 4.4, "Rehearsal" for details. D PHONES jack and LEVEL control Use a standard pair of stereo headphones, equipped with a 1/4-inch plug, with this jack. Adjust the volume from the jack with the control (turn clockwise for higher volume). 5 DIGITAL DIRECT When this is active, any digital audio signals input to the unit bypass the frequency convertor and the digital volume control. See 4.3.4, "Digital direct" for details E REC LEVEL controls Use these concentric controls to adjust the level of the analog audio signals received at the ANALOG IN jacks N. Typically, turning one of these controls will cause the other to turn, but they can be turned independently of each other. Use the lower (outer) control to adjust the left signal, and the upper (inner) control to adjust the right signal. Turning the controls clockwise past the "5" position will boost the signals relative to their input level, and turning them counterclockwise to a position below "5" will cut the signals relative to their original input level. 6 INPUT SELECT Repeated presses of this key cycle through the different audio inputs and the input combinations. See 4.1, "Input selection" for full details. 7 REMOTE SENSOR This is not a control, but the sensor for the remote control unit. When using the remote control unit, make sure that there is a clear path from the remote control unit to the sensor. 8 Display The display is used to show the current status of the unit, as well as the current menu settings. See 2.2, "Rear panel" for details. F FINALIZE key Use this key to finalize recordable discs. See 1.2, "Finalizing" and 5.1, "Finalizing" for details. G ERASE key Use this key (with CD-RW discs only) to erase tracks, or a whole disc, or to refresh a "bad" disc, or 9 MENU key Repeated presses of this key cycle through the different menu items used to set parameters. TASCAM CD-RW700 11 2 · Features of the CD-RW700--Rear panel to unfinalize a finalized disc. See 5.2, "Erasing" for details. 3 Number keys (0 through 10 and +10) Use these keys for direct entry of track numbers when playing back, or making a programmed play list. H STOP key Use this key to stop playback or recording. I PLAY key Use this key to start or resume playback or recording. 4 CLEAR key Use this key to clear a mistaken entry made with the number keys. J PAUSE key Use this key to pause playback or recording. 5 REPEAT key Use this key to change between the various repeat modes when playing back (see 3.3, "Repeat play"). K RECORD key Use this key to enter record ready mode (see 4, "Recording" for details) and also to enter manual track divisions (see 4.2.3, "Manual track division"). 6 DISPLAY key Use this key to switch between the different display modes available (equivalent to A). L SYNC REC key Use this key to turn synchronized recording on and off (see 4.3.1, "Synchronized recording" for details). 7 MENU key Repeated presses of this key cycle through the different menu items used to set parameters (equivalent to M FADER key Use this key to start fade-in recordings or to start a fade-out when recording (see 4.3.6, "Fade-in and fade-out" for details). 9). 8 ENTER key Pressing this key is equivalent to pressing the MULTI JOG control B to confirm an entry. 2.2 Rear panel N ANALOG IN (L, R) (UNBALANCED) These RCA jacks accept analog audio signals from suitably-equipped units (­10 dBV, unbalanced). 9 FADER key Use this key to start fade-in recordings or to start a fade-out when recording (equivalent to M). A MONITOR key Use this key to output the signals received at the currently selected input(s) through the outputs when not recording or in record ready mode. O ANALOG OUT (L, R) (UNBALANCED) These RCA jacks output analog audio signals (at ­10 dBV levels, unbalanced) to suitably-equipped units. B PLAY MODE key Use this key to choose between the different playback modes (single play, continue play, etc.). P DIGITAL COAXIAL (IN, OUT) These two RCA jacks accept and output digital audio in standard consumer format (SPDIF). C FINALIZE key Use this key to finalize recordable discs. See 1.2, "Finalizing" and 5.1, "Finalizing" for details (equivalent to F). Q DIGITAL OPTICAL (IN, OUT) These two TOSLINK optical connectors accept and output digital audio using optical fiber connectors. D ERASE key Use this key (with CD-RW discs only) to erase tracks, or a whole disc, or to refresh a "bad" disc, or to unfinalize a finalized disc. See 5.2, "Erasing" for details (equivalent to G). 2.3 Remote control unit 1 POWER key Use this to turn the unit between off and standby modes (equivalent to 1). E RECORD key Use this key to enter record ready mode (equivalent to K). 2 OPEN/CLOSE key Opens and closes the disc tray (equivalent to 3). 12 TASCAM CD-RW700 2 · Features of the CD-RW700--Connections F SYNC REC key Use this key to turn synchronized recording on and off (equivalent to L). See 4.3.1, "Synchronized recording" for details). the batteries should match the + markings inside the battery compartment, and the negative terminals should match the ­ markings). · If you are not going to use the remote control unit for an extended period of time, remove the batteries. Old batteries can leak, casing damage to the remote control unit. · Always dispose of old batteries in the way recommended by your local garbage disposal authorities. G REC MUTE key Use this key when recording, to mute the input signal for about four seconds and then to enter record ready mode (see 4.3.5, "Rec mute function"). H SEARCH keys Use these keys to move the playback position inside a track. 2.4 Connections The following should be noted when you connect the unit to other equipment. It is possible to connect the unit's DIGITAL COAXIAL IN P and DIGITAL OPTICAL IN Q to other equipment at the same time. However, the unit can receive signals from only one digital input at a time. Audio signals output from the unit are output from the ANALOG OUT O jacks, as well as from the DIGITAL COAXIAL OUT jack P and DIGITAL OPTICAL OUT connector Q simultaneously. If the ANALOG IN jacks N are connected, it is possible to select a "mix mode", where the ANALOG IN signals are mixed with the digital audio signals at either the COAXIAL or OPTICAL input. The digital audio signal is attenuated (cut) by 12 dB when this mix takes place. I SKIP keys Use these keys to move between tracks when playing back (equivalent to turning B). They are also used to set the parameter values, etc. J STOP key Use this key to stop playback or recording (equivalent to H). K PAUSE key Use this key to pause playback or recording (equivalent to J). L PLAY key Use this key to start playback, or enter record mode from record ready mode (equivalent to I). 2.3.1 Use of the remote control unit When using the remote control unit, make sure: · There is a clear unobstructed path between the remote control unit and the remote sensor 7 on the main unit. · The remote control unit is located within 5 m (15 ft.) of the main unit, and is pointing at approximately right angles (±30°) to the front panel. When fitting or replacing the batteries: 2.5 Timer operations The unit can use its internal clock to start and stop playback or recording at pre-determined times. 2.5.1 Setting the clock 1 When the unit must be in standby mode (power connected but not turned on), and if the time has not been set, the display shows Clock Adjust in dimmed characters. 2 Press the MENU key (9 or 7). The display lights, and shows CLOCK ADJ ?. 3 Press the MULTI JOG control B or the ENTER key on the remote control unit 8. The "hours" value will start flashing. 4 Turn the MULTI JOG control or use the remote control unit SKIP keys I to set the current hour. · Always make sure that both batteries are replaced together. Do not mix old and new batteries. · Do not mix batteries of different types. · Always make sure that the batteries are located with the correct polarity (the positive terminals of TASCAM CD-RW700 13 2 · Features of the CD-RW700--Timer operations 5 Press the MULTI JOG control or the ENTER key to confirm the hour setting. The "minutes" value starts flashing. NOTE 8 After step 7 above, the display shows OFF 0:00. 9 Repeat steps 4 through 7 above to set the hours and minutes value. If the TIMER switch C is set to REC or PLAY, the display shows a small "clock" icon, to show that the unit is in timer mode. The unit uses the 24 hour "military" clock, where 1 p.m. is represented by 13, etc. 6 Turn the MULTI JOG control or use the remote control unit SKIP keys to set the current minutes. 7 Press the MULTI JOG control or the ENTER key to confirm the minute setting and return to the standby mode. The unit now shows the current time in standby mode and the colon : between the hours and the minutes flash once per second. NOTE 2.5.3 Using the timer When the start time has been set, slide the TIMER switch C to either the PLAY or REC position, depending on whether playback or recording is to start at the specified time. The display shows a small clock icon to show the unit is in timer mode, in standby mode as well as in power-on mode. When the switch is set to REC, and a recordable disc is loaded, the REC indicator shows beside the clock icon. When the unit is in standby mode and timer playback is selected, the unit will turn on and start playing at the specified time. If recording is selected, the unit will turn itself on one minute before recording is due to start. Recording will start at the specified time at the first free location on the disc. If the off time is set to a time greater than the length of the disc, and playback is selected, the unit will start playing at the start of the disc, and continue to the end. If timer recording is selected, and the off time is set to a time which is greater than the remaining time on the disc, the unit will continue recording until there is no space left on the disc. If the timer is set, and the unit is switched on at the timer start time, the timer operation will have no effect. If the unit has been disconnected from the power supply so that the clock time has been lost, and the timer switch is set, the clock icon will flash rapidly in standby mode as an indication that the current timer setting is invalid. NOTE If the unit is disconnected from the power supply for an extended period of time, the clock must be reset (the Clock Adjust message appears when power is reapplied). For this reason, if connecting the unit through a power distributor, we suggest that you use an unswitched outlet on the distributor. 2.5.2 Setting the timer Once the clock has been set following the procedure above, the timer can be set. The procedure below sets the time at which the unit will turn on and off. 1 Make sure the unit is turned on and a disc is inserted. 2 Press the MENU key (9 or 7) until the display shows TIMER ?. 3 Press the MULTI JOG control B or the ENTER key on the remote control unit 8. 4 Turn the MULTI JOG control or use the remote control unit SKIP keys I to set the timer hour. NOTE The unit uses the 24 hour "military" clock, where 1 p.m. is represented by 13, etc. 5 Press the MULTI JOG control or the ENTER key to confirm the hour setting. The "minutes" value starts flashing. 6 Turn the MULTI JOG control or use the remote control unit SKIP keys to set the timer minutes. 7 Press the MULTI JOG control or the ENTER key to confirm the minutes setting. If the unit has recognized the current disc as nonrecordable, Timer Error! appears when the timer switch is set to REC. If the timer is set with the switch at OFF or PLAY and a non-recordable disc loaded, the unit is then placed in standby, and the switch then set to the REC position, this error message will not appear (of course, recording will not take place under these conditions). 14 TASCAM CD-RW700 3 - Playback operations The CD-RW700 can be used to play back CDs (including CD-R and CD-RW discs that have been recorded and finalized on other types of recorder), as well as CD-R discs and CD-RW discs that have been recorded on the unit. Press the DISPLAY key (A or 6) to cycle through these time display modes, as described below: Display shows Meaning TOTAL [blank] TOTAL REMAIN REMAIN NOTE 3.1 Simple playback operations 1 Press the OPEN/CLOSE key (3 or 2) to open the disc tray. 2 Discs should be inserted in the tray with the label uppermost. 3 Press the OPEN/CLOSE key (3 or 2) to close the tray again. When a disc is loaded into the unit, the display briefly shows TOC Reading., with a flashing period following the word "Reading" as the unit determines the contents of the disc. When the TOC has been read, the display shows (at the top left of the display) one of the following: CD CD-R, NO TOC CD-RW, NO TOC CD-RW [blank] Total elapsed time of the disc Elapsed time of the current track Time remaining of the current disc Time remaining of the current track If programmed playback has been selected (3.2, "Programmed order playback"), the elapsed time and total remaining time refer to the programmed material, not the whole disc. 3.1.2 Track search Use the MULTI JOG control B or the SKIP keys on the remote control unit I to jump forward or backward by one track at a time, as shown on the display. Note that going forward from the last track of the disc will "wrap round" to track 1, and going backward from the first track of the disc will "wrap round" to the last track of the disc. The track number indicators at the bottom of the display shows the selected track (the lit indicator at the left of the row of indicators). It is also possible to use the number keys on the remote control unit 3 to jump directly to a particular track: 1 To play tracks 1 through 9, simply press the appropriate key (1 through 9). 2 To play a track whose number is higher than 9, press the +10 key an appropriate number of times to set the "tens" digit of the track number, followed by a single key to set the "units" digit. For example: Track 13 = +10, 3 Track 30 = +10, +10, +10, 0 On the remote control unit only, the SEARCH keys Hcan be used to "fast-forward" and "fast-rewind" through the disc. A commercial pre-recorded CD or a finalized CD-R A CD-R which has yet to be finalized A CD-RW which has yet to be finalized A finalized CD-RW (this differs from a CD, as it may be unfinalized and erased) Unusable or unreadable disc or no disc 1 Press the PLAY key (I or L) to start playback 2 Press the STOP key (H or J) to stop playback 3 Press the PAUSE key (J or K) to pause playback temporarily. The track number indicators at the bottom of the display light, to show the available unplayed tracks. If there are thirteen tracks on the disc, for example, indicators 1 through 13 will light. If there are more than 20 tracks on a disc, the track number OVER indicator (at the bottom of the display) will light. 3.1.1 Time display modes When playing back a CD (or in pause mode), there are four different time display modes. In each mode, the current track number is given, followed by the time, as given below, e.g. 10Tr 0:48 3.1.3 Playback modes The unit can be set to play back a single track, the whole disc in the order in which it was created, the tracks of the disc in a random (shuffled) order, or a programmed order (see 3.2, "Programmed order playback"). TASCAM CD-RW700 15 3 · Playback operations--Programmed order playback NOTE Selecting the playback mode is only possible using the remote control unit. It is not possible to select the playback mode using the main unit alone. 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 above until the program is complete. 6 Press the PLAY key (I or L) to start playback at the first program step. The display shows the track, the current time display, and the program step number. While in programmed playback mode, using the SKIP keys I or the MULTI JOG control B moves backwards and forwards in the order set in the program. Use the PAUSE key (J or K) to halt playback temporarily or the STOP key (H or J) to stop playback of the program. If the STOP key is used, when playback is restarted, it starts from the first program step. Clear the program by pressing PLAY MODE B until the display shows Continue. The program is also cleared when the disc tray is opened, and if the STOP key is pressed when playback is stopped in programmed order mode. The programmed play order is not memorized when power is turned off. If an attempt is made to enter more than 25 program steps, the message PGM Full ! appears on the display. 1 Press the PLAY MODE key B repeatedly to cycle the display through the following: · Program (see 3.2, "Programmed order playback" below). The red PROGRAM display indicator lights in this mode. · Shuffle (random track order). In this mode, each track is played once before the disc repeats. Using the track search functions will move backwards or forwards through the random order, e.g. if track 7 is followed by track 10, it is possible to use the track search keys to go back to track 7, which is remembered as being before immediately before track 10. The red SHUFFLE display indicator lights in this mode. · Continue. Normal playback mode. Programming is cancelled, and playback continues in the normal order. The selected mode is shown in large characters disappears from the display a few seconds after selecting the mode, and the display returns to its previous mode. 3.2 Programmed order playback The steps to set up to 25 program steps (tracks) to be played back in a specified order are as follows: 1 Press the PLAY MODE key B until the display shows Program. 2 The display changes to show 0Tr 0:00 00, 3.3 Repeat play The unit can repeat the whole of the disc (or program) or the current track only. NOTE meaning that no program steps have yet had tracks assigned to them. 3 Use the number keys to enter a track number (including the +10 key to enter values greater than 9, as described in 3.1.2, "Track search"). There is no need to press ENTER. The track entered is assigned to the program step, and the display changes, showing the track number, the total time of the program so far, and the step number, e.g. 2Tr14:56 03. Selecting the repeat mode is only possible using the remote control unit. It is not possible to select the repeat mode using the main unit alone. 1 The unit should be in playback, pause or stop mode. 2 Continue to press the REPEAT key 5 so that the display shows Repeat 1 (the REPEAT 1 indicator lights) to repeat one track, or Repeat ALL (the REPEAT ALL indicator lights) to repeat the whole disc or program. 3 If playback has not started, restart it. To cancel repeat mode, press the REPEAT key so that the display shows Repeat OFF and the REPEAT indicator goes out. 4 The next program step can then be entered. NOTE Steps 3 and 4 above can be carried out from the main unit by turning and pushing the MULTI JOG control B. 16 TASCAM CD-RW700 4 - Recording Before you start recording using the CD-RW700, make sure that you understand the following key points: nals are being mixed, the digital signals are attenuated by 12 dB. The level of the analog/digital mix is then controlled using the digital volume menu, as described below. 1 Press the RECORD key (K or E) to place the unit in record ready mode. 2 Repeatedly press the MENU key (9 or 7) until the display shows VOLUME XXXdB where XXX is the current setting. 3 Use the MULTI JOG control B or the SKIP keys I to adjust the input volume between 60dB and +18db (relative to the original input level). There is also a ---- setting which represents a complete signal cut. NOTE · Once you have recorded on a CD-R disc, the data cannot be erased from it. · You can add tracks to an unfinalized recordable disc. Once finalized, a CD-R disc is "fixed" and behaves in the same way as a pre-recorded disc. Finalized CD-RW discs, however, can be erased, refreshed and re-recorded. 4.1 Input selection To select the input to be recorded, press the INPUT SELECT key on the main unit 6. Repeated presses of the key cycle through the following options: Analog In Optical In Coaxial In Opt +Analog Coax +Analog Analog in Optical digital in Coaxial digital in Optical digital and analog, mixed Coaxial digital and analog, mixed If digital direct is selected, as described below (4.3.4, "Digital direct"), the digital volume is bypassed and the menu item does not appear. 4.1.2 Input monitoring When the unit is in record ready, or record mode, the input signal is output from the OUT jacks (digital and analog), allowing you to hear the input signal. The meters also show the current signal level. However, it is only possible to record, or to enter record ready mode, when a recordable disc is inserted. To allow monitoring of the input signal at other times, or when the unit is stopped, use the MONITOR key on the remote control unit A. The RECORD key K on the main unit will also enter monitor mode from stop mode when there is no recordable disc in the unit (when there is a recordable disc in the unit, pressing the RECORD key enters record ready mode). The word MONITOR appears on the display to show that the output signal is an echo of the input signal(s). The meters show the current input level. Exit the monitor mode by using the STOP key. In the case of either the coaxial or optical inputs being selected, either alone, or together with the analog inputs, the boxed DIGITAL indicator shows on the display, and the appropriate indicator: COAXIAL or OPTICAL, lights on the display. If the analog signal is selected, either alone, or together with either of the digital inputs, the boxed ANALOG indicator lights on the display. 4.1.1 Signal volume The signals from either of the digital inputs (coaxial or optical) can be mixed with the signals from the analog inputs. The signal path is as follows (this description applies, no matter how many inputs are being mixed): · The analog signals received at the ANALOG IN jacks are controlled with the REC LEVEL controls 4.1.3 Frequency conversion The sampling frequency for CDs is 44.1 kHz. The CD-RW700 will always record (and play back) CDs at this frequency. However, if recording through a digital connection (either coaxial or optical) and the source has been recorded at a frequency other than 44.1 kHz, or is being played back at a non-standard speed using a varispeed unit (more than 1% away from the standard), the CD-RW700's internal frequency converter E. · Any input analog signals are then mixed with the digital signals received at either the COAXIAL or OPTICAL IN (P or Q). If analog and digital sig- TASCAM CD-RW700 17 4 · Recording--Basic recording will automatically convert the incoming frequency to 44.1 kHz. NOTE If digital direct is selected, as described below (4.3.4, "Digital direct"), the frequency convertor is bypassed. In this case, recording from digitally-connected devices is only possible when the source frequency is 44.1 kHz. If an attempt is made to record from a digitally-connected source at a different frequency, the error message Not Fs44.1k!is displayed. An analog signal input at nominal level, with no cut or boost from the volume controls, is equivalent to a reading of ­16 dB on the meters (on other words, 0 is equivalent to 16 dBFS). 4 Press the PLAY key (I or L) or the PAUSE key (J or J) to start recording. Note that there is no need to "cue up" the recording position--the unit always finds the next available location on the disc and start recording to it. 5 Press the PAUSE key (J or J) to pause recording temporarily. The pause indicator on the display shows this. Pressing PAUSE or PLAY again restarts recording with a new track number. 6 Press STOP (H or J) to stop recording. When recording stops, the display shows PMA Writing (Program Memory Area) and the REC indicator flashes for a few seconds as the unit writes to the disc. NOTE 4.2 Basic recording NOTE According to the "Red Book" (the specification for audio CDs), a track cannot be less than four seconds in length, and there can be a maximum of 99 tracks on an audio CD. Bear these limitations in mind when recording. If you press either the STOP or the PAUSE key within four seconds of starting recording, the unit will continue recording until four seconds have elapsed (since the start of recording) and then stop or pause as appropriate. After selecting the input source(s) (4.1, "Input selection"), it is possible to start recording. The basic record procedure is as follows: 1 Load a recordable disc is into the unit. As the disc is loaded, the display shows TOC Reading. While the "PMA Writing" message is displayed, all keys are disabled, and the unit is actually writing to disc. Do not disconnect the power or subject the unit to severe vibration or shocks at this time, as this will prevent proper recording of the information. When the disc has been loaded, the display indicators show CD-R, NO TOC, or CD-RW, NO TOC, as appropriate. 2 Press the RECORD key (K or E). The unit enters record ready mode, as shown by the REC and pause indicators on the display. As the unit enters record ready mode, the display shows Now OPC (Optimum Power Control), as the unit prepares to record on the disc. 3 Adjust the level of the source(s), following the guidelines in 4.1.1, "Signal volume". NOTE When this message disappears, you must press the RECORD key (step 2) before restarting the recording. Recording restarts with a new track number. NOTE Remember that every time recording is paused or stopped, when recording is restarted, a new track will always be started. It is not possible to record in two "stages" within one track. 4.2.1 Playing back tracks Although an unfinalized disc cannot be played back on an ordinary CD player, the CD-RW700 can play back tracks that have been recorded. Use the MULTI JOG control B or the SKIP keys I to select a track for playback. The red OVER indicators on the meters should never light. Unlike analog equipment, digital audio units produce extremely unpleasant sounds when distorted, and there is no "headroom" after the 0 mark. If recording digitally from a commercially-produced CD, the volume set in the menu should be 0dB. This will maintain all the dynamic range of the source CD without clipping. Only boost the signal if the source is exceptionally quiet. 4.2.2 Time display while recording While a recordable disc is being played back, the four time display modes available in normal playback as described in 3.1.1, "Time display modes": TOTAL, TOTAL REMAIN, track REMAIN and elapsed track time. 18 TASCAM CD-RW700 4 · Recording--Advanced recording However, during recording there are fewer options available (obviously, the unit cannot see into the future and know how much time remains of the track which is being currently recorded!). When in record or record ready mode, repeated presses of the DISPLAY key (A or 6) cycle between displaying the remaining time left for recording on the disc (TOTAL REMAIN) and the elapsed time of the track currently being recorded (no indicator lit). When playback is stopped at the start of a recordable disc, there are only two options available: TOTAL (the total time recorded so far on the disc) and TOTAL REMAIN (the total time available on the disc for further recording). Every time a track division is made, the number shown at the right of the display goes down by one. When the number shown is 1, and a track division is made, the display shows PMA Writing and the unit enters stop mode. The number of remaining tracks can be changed during recording using the MULTI JOG control. 4.2.5 Full disc If recording a long program, and the number of tracks has not been restricted, when there is no space remaining on the disc for recording, as shown by the time display (see 4.2.2, "Time display while recording"), just before the end of the disc is reached, the unit starts a fade-out over a few seconds (the display shows FADE OUT). When the fade-out has finished, the display shows Disc Full!! for a few seconds, and the unit then goes into stop mode (the display shows PMA Writing). 4.2.3 Manual track division It is possible to divide the recording into tracks "on the fly" while recording. While recording is taking place, press the RECORD key (K or E) . The current track number is incremented by one. For details of automatic track division while recording, see 4.3.2, "Automatic track division". NOTE If the disc is a CD-RW, the final track can be erased, if required (see 5.2.1, "Erasing tracks") and the disc then finalized. If the disc is a CD-R, it must be finalized prior to use (see 5.1, "Finalizing"). According to the "Red Book" (the specification for audio CDs), a track cannot be less than four seconds in length, and there can be a maximum of 99 tracks on an audio CD. Bear these limitations in mind when adding track divisions. 4.3 Advanced recording These sections cover more advanced recording techniques. 4.3.1 Synchronized recording 4.2.4 Restricting the number of tracks When making a recording using the CD-RW700, it is possible to restrict the number of tracks that may be recorded at one time. This applies whether the tracks are being divided manually, as described above (4.2.3, "Manual track division") or being divided automatically (4.3.2, "Automatic track division"). At any time within record or record ready mode, turn the MULTI JOG control B or use the SKIP keys I. This sets the number of remaining tracks, as shown to the right of the time display. The maximum number here is limited by the standard limit of 99 tracks, and the number of tracks currently recorded. In other words, if 8 tracks have already been recorded on the disc, the maximum value that can be set here is 91 (91+8=99). If 49 tracks have already been recorded on the disc, the maximum value that can be set here is 50 (49+50=99). Synchronized recording means that recording will begin automatically when a signal is received, and will stop when the signal ends. To enable or disable synchronized recording: 1 A recordable disc must be loaded. 2 With the unit in record ready or record mode, press the SYNC REC key (Lor F). The display shows SYNC ON briefly, and then changes to the track and time display. When synchronized recording is enabled, the SYNC indicator lights in the display. The SYNC REC key is also used to turn off synchronized recording (the display briefly shows SYNC OFF and then returns to the track and time display). The signal level which may be used with synchronized recording operations (here called the "trigger level" or "threshold") is set as below: TASCAM CD-RW700 19 4 · Recording--Advanced recording 1 With a recordable disc loaded, press the MENU key (9 or 7) until the display shows: S_LVL>> xxdB, where xx is the current value. 2 Turn the MULTI JOG control B or use the SKIP keys Ito change the value between 24, -30, -36, -42, -48, -54, -60, -66, and -72 dB. The conditions under which synchronized recording stops are: · when recording digitally, an appropriate digital signal is detected. If the signal is detected from a CD, the unit enters record ready mode after 2 seconds. If the signal is detected from an MD, the unit enters record ready mode immediately: level CD stop Low numerical values of this setting (towards ­24) mean that it takes a louder signal to trigger the start of the synchronized recording. A high numerical value (towards ­72) means that a relatively quiet signal will trigger the start of recording. The conditions under which an input signal is used as the trigger to start recording are: · when recording digitally, a digital start signal is detected, and audio is subsequently detected level REC pause 2 seconds time level MD stop REC pause Track start signal received Start of recording time S_LVL Note that the trigger level is not used here. time or · the sound level drops below the threshold level for five seconds level REC pause or · the sound level rises above the threshold (see below) after having been below the threshold for one second or more. Note that the diagram below represents a special case (the source is stopped or paused) of the more general condition, as explained later: level Start of recording 5 seconds S_LVL time S_LVL noise level time If you set the threshold value so that only high-level signals trigger recording, remember that this will not record the start of a piece with a slow fade-in: level Recording starts To start synchronized recording when the source is stopped or in pause mode: 1 The unit must be in record ready mode, and the SYNC indicator in the display must be lit, as explained above. 2 Start playing the source. The pause indicator disappears from the display, and the unit starts recording. S_LVL This part of the track is not recorded time Also remember that when recording from an analog source, the threshold should be set so that it is higher than the "noise floor" (the base level of hiss, pops 20 TASCAM CD-RW700