Tascam CD-RW901SL Owner's Manual

Tascam CD-RW901SL Owner's Manual

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D00964520A
CD-RW901SL
CD Rewritable Recorder
Professional
OWNER'S MANUAL

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  • Page 1 » D00964520A CD-RW901SL CD Rewritable Recorder Professional OWNER'S MANUAL...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Precautions

    Wohnbereich Funkstörungen versursachen ; in operate this equipment. diesem Fall kann vom Betrieber verlang werden, angemessene Maßnahmen durchzuführen und dafür aufzukommen. CE Marking Information a) Applicable electromagnetic environment: E4 b) Peak inrush current: 5.5 A TASCAM CD-RW901SL...
  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

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  • Page 4: Safety Information

    OPEN AND INTERLOCKS DEFEATED. DO NOT VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS. Optical pickup: Type : HOP-6201T Manufacturer : Hitachi Media Electronics Co,Ltd. Laser output : Less than 75 mW on the objective lens (record) Wavelength : 777 to 787 nm For China TASCAM CD-RW901SL...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Disc title input ............35 Specifying to the minute ..........18 Track title input ............35 Index search ............19 Using a keyboard with the CD-RW901SL ..36 Time skip ..............19 Keyboard type setting ........36 Playback modes ..........19 Title input by keyboard ........36 Continuous playback ...........19...
  • Page 6: Introduction

    CD-RW901SL, as well copyright treaties. If you are uncertain about your as the operation of its many useful and convenient func- rights, contact your legal advisor.
  • Page 7: About Cd-R And Cd-Rw Discs

    CD-RW disc may not play back satisfactorily on every audio CD player. It will, naturally, be playable on the CD-RW901SL. This is in no way a limitation of the CD-RW901SL itself, but of the difference between the different types of media and the methods used to read them.
  • Page 8: Environmental Considerations

    IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Environmental considerations • The CD-RW901SL may be used in most areas, but to main- Avoid installing this unit on top of any heat-generating tain top performance, and prolong operating life, observe electrical device such as a power amplifier.
  • Page 9: Beware Of Condensation

    50 mA. Input signals are active when low (ground) for ≥ 30 ms. Function A fader start/stop control should be wired according to the STOP TALLY OUT following schematic: REC TALLY OUT SKIP (forward) IN SKIP (back) IN EOM TALLY OUT REC IN CALL IN PLAY TALLY OUT READY TALLY OUT FADER START/STOP STOP IN PLAY IN READY IN +5V a: The maximum current supplied from this terminal is 50 mA. TASCAM CD-RW901SL TASCAM CD-RW901SL...
  • Page 10: Features Of The Cd-Rw901Sl

    2 − Features of the CD-RW901SL IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Front panel e r t y i o p a s d f g h j k The power switch is used to switch Use these concentric controls to POWER switch INPUT (L,R) controls the unit on and off.
  • Page 11: Rear Panel

    PS/2 interface can be connected to this terminal to This key can be used with the SKIP MODE sub-menu enable certain operations of the CD-RW901SL with the option (see “Operation basics” page 16), and operated keyboard. Title input operations, in particular, can be in the following modes selected in the sub-menu.
  • Page 12: Display

    D-sub connector to connect the unit to suitably- These XLR ANALOG INPUT (BALANCED) (L, R) connectors accept analog audio signals at +4 dBu from equipped units, allowing control of the CD-RW901SL. suitably-equipped units. The pinouts of this connector are described (see Connections” on page 9).
  • Page 13: Rc-Rw901Sl Remote Control Unit

    2 − Features of the CD-RW901SL IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS indicator lights up when the input indicator ANALOG ANALOG DISC, GROUP, TRACK display DISC source is connected to unbalanced analog input. lights up when a disc loaded and is stopped. The indicator blinks when the input source is connect-...
  • Page 14 2 − Features of the CD-RW901SL IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ∆ / ˚ Use these keys to move the SEARCH keys ( playback position inside a track. keys Use these keys to move SKIP ( Â/¯ between tracks when playing back (equivalent to rotat- ing the dial).
  • Page 15: Menu Operation

    3 − Menu operation IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The various settings and editing operations possible with the CD-RW901SL are performed through menu options shown on the display. Among the many menu setting options, some may be made directly using the keys on the remote control.
  • Page 16: Operation Basics

    Remote control operation: Use the MENU (+/-) key to select, then press the key. ENTER The menu item screen of the selected sub-menu will appear. If the sub-menu PLAY MODE is selected, the menu item shows up like this: NOTE To return to the sub-menu option selection screen, press the ESCAPE key on the front panel or the CLEAR key on the remote control. TASCAM CD-RW901SL TASCAM CD-RW901SL...
  • Page 17: Playback Operations

    CD-RW discs that have been recorded on the unit. Discs for playback • The CD discs in the CD-RW901SL can play back the types MP3 files recorded in ISO9660 level 1 and level 2 of discs listed below. format on CD-R and CD-RW discs, and properly final- ized.
  • Page 18: Selecting By Track Number

    Following the above example, if “0021” is input, the NOTE same position will be located. If a point which does not exist is entered, Direct Search time entry mode will be cancelled. The direct search function cannot be used in program or random mode. TASCAM CD-RW901SL TASCAM CD-RW901SL...
  • Page 19: Index Search

    MODE option in the PLAY sub-menu (see “Operation turned off. basics” on page 16). Turning the dial clock- MULTI JOG Continuous playback Programing is cancelled, and playback continues in the 2. Press the key to begin playback in order of PLAY normal order. the track number. 1. When stopped, set the mode to display Continue or Mode>Cont TASCAM CD-RW901SL TASCAM CD-RW901SL...
  • Page 20: Single-Track Playback

    In this mode, if there are no tracks programed, the The track number will be entered into the program. CD-RW901SL will not start playback. Repeat the above step 2 until the desired program is complet- If an attempt is made to enter more than 100 program ed. As the program is being created, the program number and steps, the message PGM Full! appears on the display.
  • Page 21: Ext Sync Playback

    48k Fs adjustment function allows the audio to be played back at the correct pitch. Timer playback By using an external timer, you can set the CD-RW901SL 4. Set the timer to the desired time. Consult the timer’ to play the loaded disc automatically when the unit is s operation manual for details. At the set time, the turned on by the timer.
  • Page 22: A To B Repeat Playback

    This is a result of the key control algorithm (no change), to to â1 â6 ã1 ã6 working on the CD playback sound and is normal. 3. Rotate the MULTI JOG dial to select the desired key level and push to enter. TASCAM CD-RW901SL TASCAM CD-RW901SL...
  • Page 23: Auto Cue Function

    If there is no “ISRC” code on the disc or the code has not been recorded on the disc, will I n c o m p l e t e ! appears on the display. TASCAM CD-RW901SL TASCAM CD-RW901SL...
  • Page 24: Recorder Identification Data (Rid)

    Joliet extensions. Discs recorded in multiple sessions may also be played back. CDs containing MP3s to be played by the CD-RW901SL, have their contents must be within the following maximum limits: In this manner, playback proceeds from the top level Number of directories: 255 directories.
  • Page 25: Directory Playback Setting

    The display shows D e c o d e E r r ! Stop When MP3 playback fails, the unit stops playback. The display shows D e c o d e E r r ! TASCAM CD-RW901SL TASCAM CD-RW901SL...
  • Page 26: Recording

    Frequency conversion The sampling frequency for CDs is 44.1 kHz. The NOTE CD-RW901SL will always record (and play back) CDs at When the SRC function is off, and a digital signal is this frequency. received, the display shows the REC indicator flashing while recording or when in recording standby mode.
  • Page 27: Basic Recording

    (see “Finalizing” on page 33). the display will show Fade Out When the fade-out has finished, the display shows D i s c . Press the STOP key to exit. F u l l ! TASCAM CD-RW901SL TASCAM CD-RW901SL...
  • Page 28: Advanced Recording

    Starting playback of the source automatically starts record- will begin automatically when a signal is received, and will ing on the CD-RW901SL if Sync function is on (see “Sync stop when the signal ends. recording” below) and manual record start is disabled.
  • Page 29: Sync Recording With Trim Function

    The A.TRACK indicator blinks during recording or when in record ready mode. This function can be turned on by pressing the AUTO key on the remote control. TRACK TASCAM CD-RW901SL TASCAM CD-RW901SL...
  • Page 30: Automatic Track Division With Trim Function

    Rec Mute flashing, the meters stop displaying the current level and the monitored sound is cut. After about four seconds, the unit enters record ready mode. NOTE This function is only available from the remote control unit. TASCAM CD-RW901SL TASCAM CD-RW901SL...
  • Page 31: Restricting The Number Of Tracks

    MULTI JOG record. The maximum number that can be entered is 99 tracks. Copy-protection The CD-RW901SL allows copy-protection to be applied to the discs produced. Naturally, the copy-protection applies only to digital-to-digital copies. There are three settings: •...
  • Page 32: Continuous Recording (Cont Rec)

    5 − Recording IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Continuous recording (CONT REC) Using two CD-RW901SL units to make continuous recording. continuously. We recommend to set the second unit in stop mode during stand by. 1 Connect two CD-RW901SL units using the If the number of tracks is restricted, the EOM tally ports.
  • Page 33: After Recording

    An unfinalized disc can always be distinguished on the 4. When finalization has been finished successfully, CD-RW901SL by the TOC indicator under the disc type on appears and the will be lit on Complete the display being un-lit when the disc is inserted. the display.
  • Page 34: Erasing

    MULTI JOG MENU time. The unit starts counting down from a time (+/-) keys on the remote control. shown on the display. To cancel the operation at this point, press the 4. When the disc has been refreshed, appears Complete ERASE/DEL or the ERASE key again. then will appear on the display. Blank Disc 2. Push the dial or press the key MULTI JOG ENTER on the remote control to enter the function. The display shows S u r e ? TASCAM CD-RW901SL TASCAM CD-RW901SL...
  • Page 35: Titling

    Now, you can input or edit the disc title following the guidelines above. Track title input 1. While stopped, select the TEXT EDIT option in the Now, you can input or edit the track title following TEXT sub-menu (see “Operation basic” on page 16). the guidelines above. 2. Rotate the MULTI JOG dial or repeatedly press the 4. Press the MENU key to enter. MENU (+/-) keys on the remote control to select the If you want to cancel, press the STOP key. track number you wish to title. 3. Push the dial or press the key MULTI JOG ENTER on the remote control. TASCAM CD-RW901SL TASCAM CD-RW901SL...
  • Page 36: Using A Keyboard With The Cd-Rw901Sl

    CD-RW901SL. It is particularly compatible PS/2 interface on the front panel to operate efficient for title input. Keyboard type setting The CD-RW901SL must be set for the type of keyboard SYSTEM sub-menu. Select for an English-language being connected.
  • Page 37: Data Settings

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Data communication setting By connecting a PC through its RS-232C terminal to the CD-RW901SL through its CONTROL I/O (RS-232C) terminal, the two units can be linked for data exchange. Use the following options on the SYSTEM sub-menu to perform their respective setting.
  • Page 38: Reference And Specifications

    The disc is in a format that the CD-RW901SL cannot read. EXT CLK Err! Can not synchronize with the digital input clock from the selected source. Check the connection with the source unit. No Call PT!!! There is no call point. Please set a call point. Messages during operations Message Statement Blank Disc A blank recordable disc has been inserted. Complete An operation such as finalize or erase has been successfully completed. Now OPC* Calibration is being performed to operate recording properly. Disc Repair The disc is being repaired, and this operation will take a long time. Please do not turn off the power of the CD-RW901SL until it finishes. PMA Writing* The recorded content is being written to the disc. TOC Reading The table of contents data is being read. Incomplete! ISRC or RID codes have not been read by the unit, or there is no code on the disc. 48k Fs Adj The 48k Fs adjustment function is on. Cont Rec CONT REC function is on. *OPC=Optimum power Control *PMA=Program memory Area TASCAM CD-RW901SL TASCAM CD-RW901SL...
  • Page 39: Troublshooting

    9 − Reference and specifications IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Troublshooting Symptom Possible cause and remedy There is no power to the unit. Please check the power cord is properly plugged in. “Disc Error!”, or “OPC Error!” is displayed. The disc may be dirty. Please replace the disc. Playback is not possible. This may be due to condensation. In this case, remove the disc, turn the power on and wait a few hours, then try again. No sound is output. • Confirm the connections with the audio system. • Check the volume level, and proper amplifier operation. Recording is not possible. • Confirm the connections with the audio system. • Adjust the recording level. • The disc may be for playback only. Please replace with a recordable disc. Noise or static can be heard. Please re-position the unit away from strong source of magnetism such as a television. The unit does not retain settings. While settings are retained each time they are made, in some case they will not be retained when the power is turned off too soon. To prevent this from happening, do not turn off the power right after making a seting. Can’t insert a disc. Take the disc out and press the EJECT key to reset. Then try again. Never use force to insert the disc into the slot. TASCAM CD-RW901SL TASCAM CD-RW901SL...
  • Page 40: Specifications

    Maximum output level +6 dBV ±2 dB Output impedance 600 ±10% (unbalanced) Ø Phones output Stereo (6.3 ø) 20 mW 32 Ø Digital input Coaxial RCA pin jack (IEC-60958 Consumer use) Optical TOSLINK (IEC-60958 Consumer use) AES/EBU XLR-3-31 (IEC-60958 Professional use) Digital output Coaxial RCA pin jack (IEC-60958 Consumer use) Optical TOSLINK (IEC-60958 Consumer use) AES/EBU XLR-3-32 (IEC-60958 Professional use) CONTROL I/O PARALLEL D-SUB 15 pin RS-232C D-SUB 9 Pin REMOTE IN jack (for RC-RW901SL only) Keyboard Mini DIN 6 pin Power U.S.A./Canada 120 VAC, 60Hz U.K./Europe 230 VAC, 50Hz Australia 240 VAC, 50Hz Power consumption 17 W (U.S.A./Canada) 19 W (U.K./Europe/Australia) Dimensions (d x w x h) 308.7 x 482.6 x 94 (mm) / 12.2 x 19.0 x 3.7 (in) Weight 4.7 kg (10.4 lb) TASCAM CD-RW901SL TASCAM CD-RW901SL...
  • Page 41: Dimensional Drawing

    9 − Reference and specifications IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Dimensional drawing 482.6mm 465.6mm 435.0mm 307.6mm 284.6mm 17.7mm 6.4mm TASCAM CD-RW901SL TASCAM CD-RW901SL...
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