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- Page 1 » D00997320A CD-VT2 Portable CD Music & Voice Trainer This device has a serial number on the rear panel. Please record it and retain it for your records. Serial number: __________________ OWNER’S MANUAL...
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Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
T E AC C O R P O R AT I O N fo r c o m p l i a n c e could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. TASCAM CD-VT2... -
Page 4: Important Safety Precautions
Using mics with the trainer dropped. apparatus. Do not expose this apparatus to drips 11 Only use attachments/accessories or splashes. specified by the manufacturer. TASCAM CD-VT2... -
Page 5: Safety Information
USE THE PRODUCT IN ITS DAMAGED STATE. • CLASS 1M INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED. DO NOT VIEW DIRECTORY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS. The CD-VT2 uses either a SONY or a SAMSUNG transport. Optical pickup: Type: KSM-900AAA Manufacturer:... -
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Setting.the.time.display..............37 Changing.the.display.contrast............37 Making connections ................20 Restoring.all.settings.to.their.default.values........37 Screen appearance and operation ...........21 Specifications ..................38 Screen.overview.................21 Effect preset list ................. 39 ............... 21 TIME.DISPLAY.screen.................. 23 Other.screens. Making.settings................23 Listening to CDs ..................24 TASCAM CD-VT2... -
Page 7: Introduction
CD playback to the use of effects, in a step-by- can use this player to slow the playback to a speed that makes step manner. Read this when you want to use the CD-VT2 learning the notes easier. You can also use two mics, so not after purchase. -
Page 8: About.this.manual
To prevent this, or if this occurs, let the player sit for one or two hours at the new room temperature before using. Environmental considerations The CD-VT2 may be used in most places, but you should Cleaning the unit observe the following environmental conditions to maintain Wipe dirt from the unit with a dry cloth. -
Page 9: Handling.of.compact.discs
Handling of compact discs could damage the delicate playing surface. It may cause CDs to become unplayable. The CD-VT2 has been designed for the playback of CD-DA • Discs should be returned to their cases after use to avoid (standard audio) format discs. In addition to ordinary 5-inch serious scratches that could cause the laser pickup to “skip.”... -
Page 10: Batteries
Do not attempt to recharge batteries that are non-rechargeable. • Do not open or disassemble batteries, throw them into a fire or put them in water. NOTE This device does not include batteries when purchased. We recommend nickel hydride or alkaline batteries. TASCAM CD-VT2... -
Page 11: Quick Start Guide-Basic Operation
You can also use a PS-P520 AC adapter (sold separately) The keys cannot be used when the tray cover is open. for power instead of batteries. Connect the AC adapter to the DC IN 5V jack on the rear of the unit. TASCAM CD-VT2... -
Page 12: Playback
You can change the number of seconds that pressing the FLASH BACK key jumps in the track. (See “Jumping back a few seconds (Flash Back)” on page 24.) NOTE Use the LINE OUT jack when monitoring with an audio system or speakers with built-in amplification. TASCAM CD-VT2... -
Page 13: Playing.and.singing.along
ON, allowing tempo to be changed without changing the pitch. To change the pitch along with the tempo, use the ¶ CURSOR key on the screen to select TEMPO CHANGE item, and then use the – VALUE key to FIX PITCH select VSA OFF TASCAM CD-VT2... -
Page 14: Turning.off.the.power
INITIALIZE After startup, follow the onscreen instructions and press the to restore every effect parameter, playback setting ¥/π key and other adjustable setting to the values they were set at when they unit was shipped from the factory. TASCAM CD-VT2... -
Page 15: About Power
The remaining power level of the batteries is about half of the original amount. Operation with an AC adapter Use the TASCAM PS-P520 (sold separately) AC adapter. Do not use any other adapter because this may cause the player to The remaining power level of the batteries is low. -
Page 16: Turning.the.power.on.and.off
ON. Release the button When using this player with batteries, the power turns when the screen below appears on the display. OFF temporarily if you remove or connect the AC adapter. TASCAM CD-VT2... -
Page 17: Names And Functions Of Parts
(See “TIME DISPLAY screen” on page 21.) Shows CD status during playback, device settings and LOOP key other information. Turns the loop playback and repeat playback functions ON and OFF. When IN and OUT points are set, this key turns TASCAM CD-VT2... - Page 18 Set the number VALUE (+, –) keys of seconds in the screen. (See “Jumping SETUP & MISC. Change the value of the item selected on the screen. back a few seconds (FLASH BACK)” on page 24.) TASCAM CD-VT2...
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Page 19: Front
PHONES jack Connect headphones to this jack to output the CD playback signal and the input signal from the MIC IN 1 and DC IN 5V jack Connect a TASCAM PS-P520 AC adapter (sold jacks. MIC IN 2 separately). (stereo minijack) -
Page 20: Making Connections
• PHONES jack: audio system, speakers with built-in ampli- • LINE OUT fiers, etc. (Use a conversion cable as necessary.) jacks: mics and contact mics attached to • MIC IN 1, MIC IN 2 instruments TASCAM CD-VT2... -
Page 21: Screen Appearance And Operation
This icon lights when the mic effects are operating. 3 Power status indicator Shows the status of batteries when they are in use (See “Using batteries” on page 10.). “ ” appears when AC power is in use. TASCAM CD-VT2... - Page 22 CD. (See “Setting the time display” on page 37.) 9 CD time display mode Shows the CD time display mode. (Settings cannot be made on this screen.) TASCAM CD-VT2...
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Page 23: Other.screens
TEMPO screen, KEY & PITCH screen, VOCAL Setting item values CANCEL screen, and SETUP & MISC. screen in the same Use the keys. The selected values (settings) take VALUE (+, –) way as on the TIME DISPLAY screen. effect immediately. (Confirmation is not necessary.) TASCAM CD-VT2... -
Page 24: Listening To Cds
≤ µ decrease the track number. Searching forward and backward Press and hold the key when the CD is playing or ≤ µ paused during playback to fast forward or fast reverse. TASCAM CD-VT2... -
Page 25: Adjusting.the.volume
0, the TEMPO tempo mode is ON, and playback follows the set tempo. appears in inverse at the top of the screen. NOTE Press both VALUE (+, –) keys simultaneously to reset the tempo adjustment to 0. TASCAM CD-VT2... -
Page 26: Changing.the.pitch.with.the.tempo
FINE PITCH Changing only the pitch adjusted. You can change the pitch without changing the tempo. 1 Press the key to open the screen. KEY & PITCH 2 With the item selected, use the keys VALUE (+, –) to adjust the pitch up or down in semitones. TASCAM CD-VT2... -
Page 27: Reducing.the.sound.of.recorded.vocals.and.solo.instruments
(or solo instrument) sound sufficiently. If this occurs, changing the PART RANGE settings might make the reduction more effective. Listen to the music as you adjust the settings to achieve the best effect. TASCAM CD-VT2... -
Page 28: Loop.playback
(IN IN/OUT position is set as the IN point, and the symbol point and OUT point settings) are canceled. appears below the playback position display bar at that point. 2 Press the key at the point when you want loop IN/OUT playback to stop. The current position is set as the OUT point, and the symbol appears below the play- back position display bar at that point. After setting the OUT point, loop playback begins between the IN and OUT points. play mode icon appears on the left of the display. TASCAM CD-VT2... -
Page 29: Selecting.the.play.mode
When the repeat setting is set to appears. SINGLE 2 Use the keys to select and CURSOR § ¶ PLAY MODE the keys to select or VALUE (+, –) SINGLE NOTE If you select appears to the left of the SINGLE time display. TASCAM CD-VT2... -
Page 30: Using Mics With The Trainer
When monitoring through the LINE OUT jack using an audio system or speakers with built-in amplifiers, adjust 2 Use the ) keys to select the knob that CURSOR ˙ ¥ the volume on the external device. You cannot adjust the you want to adjust. The level value of the selected knob output level of this device’s LINE OUT jack. appears highlighted in a pop-up. TASCAM CD-VT2... -
Page 31: Using.built-In.effects
By making presets of settings that you use frequently in each bank, you can quickly recall the settings you desire just by switching through the banks. Select if you do not want to use effects. BYPASS TASCAM CD-VT2... - Page 32 Use the keys to adjust the setting. VALUE (+, –) NOTE Although this knob is always labeled “ ,” the ECHO parameter controlled is different for some effects. Please try them out to hear what they do! TASCAM CD-VT2...
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Page 33: Other Functions
If you press the CURSOR ¶ key when the item BEAT is selected, the item is selected and MONO MONITOR the metronome settings window disappears. Press the CURSOR § key to return to the metronome settings. TASCAM CD-VT2... -
Page 34: Stopping.the.metronome
TUNER TUNER Pressing any of the CD player operation keys will also turn the metronome OFF. With the value selected, use the VALUE (+, –) MODE keys to select one of the following tuner modes. chromatic tuner AUTO oscillator mode OSC. These modes are explained separately in the following sections. TASCAM CD-VT2... -
Page 35: Auto.(Chromatic.tuner)
Use the CURSOR ¶ key to select . See the CALIB CALIB explanation in the OSC. section. This setting effects Set the standard frequency of middle A between 435 Hz and both tuner modes. 445 Hz. This setting also affects the AUTO tuner modes. TASCAM CD-VT2... -
Page 36: Making Various Settings
Select one of the following settings. MONO MONITOR ordinary stereo monitoring (default setting) both channel signals are mixed and output in mono left channel signal is output on both channels right channel signal is output on both channels TASCAM CD-VT2... -
Page 37: Setting.the.time.display
INITIALIZE DISPLAY startup. Follow the instruction on screen after startup, and press the to restore every effect parameter, playback setting ¥/π key and other function to the default values set when the unit was shipped from the factory. TASCAM CD-VT2... -
Page 38: Specifications
Connector: 3.5 mm (1/8˝) stereo minijack Standard output level: –10 dBV Maximum output level: +6 dBV PHONES jack: Connector: 3.5 mm (1/8˝) stereo minijack Maximum output: 15 mW + 15 mW (into 32 Ø 39.0 mm 194.0 mm TASCAM CD-VT2... -
Page 39: Effect Preset List
Flanged vocal sound 0–30 PANNING Pans the voice between left and right channels 0–30 SHOUT Distorted “shouting” vocal sound 0–20 LO-FI Low-fidelity vocal sound 0–20 MEGAPHONE Vocal sound through a megaphone 0–100 DUET Mixed duet in harmony ±17 TASCAM CD-VT2... - Page 40 » CD-VT2 TEAC CORPORATION Phone: +81-422-52-5082 www.tascam.com 3-7-3, Nakacho, Musashino-shi, Tokyo 180-8550, Japan TEAC AMERICA, INC. Phone: +1-323-726-0303 www.tascam.com 7733 Telegraph Road, Montebello, California 90640 TEAC CANADA LTD. Phone: +1905-890-8008 www.tascam.com 5939 Wallace Street, Mississauga, Ontario L4Z 1Z8, Canada TEAC MEXICO, S.A. De C.V Phone: +52-555-581-5500 www.tascam.com...