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- Page 1 » D00996120A CD-GT2 Portable CD Guitar 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-GT2... -
Page 4: Important Safety Precautions
11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. TASCAM CD-GT2... -
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-GT2 uses either a SONY or a SAMSUNG transport. Optical pickup: Type: KSM-900AAA Manufacturer:... -
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Setting.the.time.display..............37 Screen.overview.................21 Changing.the.display.contrast............37 ............... 21 Restoring.all.settings.to.their.default.values........37 TIME.DISPLAY.screen.................. 23 Other.screens. Specifications ..................38 Making.settings................23 Effect preset lists ................40 Listening to CDs ..................24 Guitar.effects..................40 Basic.CD.playback................24 Vocal.effects..................41 Jumping.back.a.few.seconds.(FLASH.BACK)........24 Effect module parameter list ............42 TASCAM CD-GT2... -
Page 7: Introduction
CD playback to the use of effects, in a step-by- player to slow the playback to a speed that makes learning the step manner. Read this when you want to use the CD-GT2 notes easier. You can also plug your guitar into the unit and after purchase. -
Page 8: About.this.manual
Environmental considerations Cleaning the unit The CD-GT2 may be used in most places, but you should observe the following environmental conditions to maintain Wipe dirt from the unit with a dry cloth. Never use thinner,... -
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-GT2 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-GT2... -
Page 11: Quick Start Guide-Basic Operation
POWER about one second. Release it when “ ” appears on the TASCAM display. Start-up completes after a few seconds and the TIME screen appears. DISPLAY NOTE The keys cannot be used when the tray cover is open. TASCAM CD-GT2... -
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-GT2... -
Page 13: Playing.guitar
You can also connect a mic to this jack. Switch to mic CURSOR key on the screen to select TEMPO CHANGE input mode in this case. (See “Setting the input” on page item, and then use the – VALUE key to FIX PITCH 29.) select VSA OFF TASCAM CD-GT2... -
Page 14: Turning.off.the.power
INITIALIZE After startup, follow the onscreen instructions and press the ¥/π key to restore every effect parameter, playback setting and other adjustable setting to the values they were set at when they unit was shipped from the factory. TASCAM CD-GT2... -
Page 15: About Power
AC adapter. original amount. Operation with an AC adapter Use the TASCAM PS-P520 (sold separately) AC adapter. Do The remaining power level of the batteries is low. not use any other adapter because this may cause the player to malfunction. -
Page 16: Turning.the.power.on.and.off
ON. Release the button might even be initialized, reverting them to their default when the screen below appears on the display. values. When using this player with batteries, the power turns OFF temporarily if you remove or connect the AC adapter. TASCAM CD-GT2... -
Page 17: Names And Functions Of Parts
CD during playback and Display other information. (See “TIME DISPLAY screen” on page Shows CD status during playback, device settings and 21.) other information. LOOP key Turns the loop playback and repeat playback functions ON TASCAM CD-GT2... - Page 18 Set the number of seconds in the screen. (See “Jumping SETUP & MISC. VALUE (+, –) keys back a few seconds (FLASH BACK)” on page 24.) Change the value of the item selected on the screen. TASCAM CD-GT2...
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Page 19: Front
Front (standard phone jack) GUITAR/MIC IN jack Connect an electric guitar or microphone. (standard phone jack) FOOT SW jack Connect a TASCAM RC-30P or other momentary footswitch (non-latching). Set the footswitch function on screen. SETUP & MISC. Rear OPEN switch... -
Page 20: Making Connections
• PHONES jack: audio system, speakers with built-in ampli- • LINE OUT fiers, etc. (Use a conversion cable as necessary.) jack: guitar or mic • GUITAR/MIC IN jack: TASCAM RC-30P or other momentary • FOOT SW footswitch (non-latching) TASCAM CD-GT2... -
Page 21: Screen Appearance And Operation
This icon lights when the guitar or 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-GT2... - 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-GT2...
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Page 23: Making.settings
TEMPO screen, KEY & PITCH screen, GUITAR CANCEL screen, and SETUP & MISC. screen in the same way as on the TIME DISPLAY screen. Settings Every screen other than the TIME DISPLAY screen has settings. See “Making settings” on page 23 for details. TASCAM CD-GT2... -
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-GT2... -
Page 25: Adjusting.the.volume
2 When the item is selected, use the VALUE (+, –) TEMPO the VSA function OFF. (The default setting for VSA is ON.) keys to adjust the tempo (%). 1 Press the key to open the TEMPO TEMPO CHANGE screen. 2 Use the key to select the CURSOR ¶ FIX PITCH item, and the (–) key to select VALUE VSA OFF TASCAM CD-GT2... -
Page 26: Changing.only.the.pitch
(+, –) CANCEL keys to turn the setting ON. item allows the pitch to be raised or lowered 1 to 6 semitones ( 6 – 6). Any setting other than changes the â ã playback pitch and the display icon appears in inverse. TASCAM CD-GT2... -
Page 27: Loop.playback
LOOP interval begins again. 1 Press the key during playback to set the point IN/OUT If you press the key, the loop interval settings (IN when you want to start loop playback. The current IN/OUT point and OUT point settings) are canceled. position is set as the IN point, and the symbol TASCAM CD-GT2... -
Page 28: 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-GT2... -
Page 29: Using Guitars And Mics
The effects available change according to the and hear this sound along with the playing CD. INPUT setting (See “Using built-in effects” on page 30.). Adjusting the input level Use the volume control to the right of the INPUT GUITAR/MIC TASCAM CD-GT2... -
Page 30: Using.built-In.effects
The types of effect modules change depending on the jack input setting. GUITAR /MIC IN When you select the knob or effect modules, a pop-up 3 Use the keys to adjust the level. The level VALUE (+, –) appears for the setting items. Use the ) keys to CURSOR § ¶ knob icon rotates as you change the value. TASCAM CD-GT2... - Page 31 Either guitar or mic presets are available depending on the input setting. modules and the CURSOR ( § , ¶ ) keys to move between GUITAR/MIC See the “Effect presets list” on page 39 for details about the settings. effect modules in each preset. TASCAM CD-GT2...
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Page 32: Other Functions
(+, –) settings. 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-GT2... -
Page 33: Using.the.tuner
, and the VALUE CALIB (+, –) keys to set the standard frequency of middle A between 435 Hz and 445 Hz.This setting affects all tuner modes. With the value selected, use the VALUE (+, –) MODE keys to select one of the following tuner modes. This setting affects all tuner modes. TASCAM CD-GT2... -
Page 34: Guitar.(Guitar.tuner.mode)
CALIB jacks. When ON, an image of a PHONES LINE OUT keys to set the standard frequency of VALUE (+, –) vibrating pitchfork appears on screen. middle A between 435 Hz and 445 Hz. This setting affects all tuner modes. Use the key to select , and use the CURSOR § NOTE keys to select the string that you are VALUE (+, –) tuning ( TASCAM CD-GT2... -
Page 35: Using.a.footswitch
Setting the polarity effects ON and OFF. When using a footswitch other than a TASCAM RC-30P, the Connecting a footswitch polarity might need to be changed. Use the CURSOR §... -
Page 36: Making Various Settings
CD is on the left and only the guitar is on the right. jacks. Turn the setting ON to output the CD SPLIT CD/GUITAR playback signal to the L channel in mono and the GUITAR/ signal to the R channel. MIC IN TASCAM CD-GT2... -
Page 37: Setting.the.time.display
DISPLAY startup. Follow the instruction on screen after startup, and press the ¥/π key to restore every effect parameter, playback setting and other function to the default values set when the unit was shipped from the factory. TASCAM CD-GT2... -
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 39.0 mm Ø 194.0 mm TASCAM CD-GT2... - Page 39 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Notes TASCAM CD-GT2...
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Page 40: Effect Preset Lists
Dst+Pitch+Dly Cmp+Exciter+Dly Tremolo+Reverb Dst+Reverb Cmp+Chorus+Rev Vibrato Dst+Delay Cmp+Chorus+Dly Vibrato+Delay Dstortion Cmp+Tremolo+Rev Vibrato+Reverb O.D+Flanger+Rev Cmp+Tremolo+Dly Autowah O.D+Flanger+Dly Cmp+Vibrato+Rev Autowah+Delay O.D+Phaser+Rev Cmp+Vibrato+Dly Autowah+Reverb O.D+Phaser+Dly Cmp+Autowah+Rev Pitch O.D+Exciter+Rev Cmp+Autowah+Dly Pitch+Delay O.D+Exciter+Dly Cmp+Pitch+Rev Pitch+Reverb O.D+Chorus+Rev Cmp+Pitch+Dly Reverb O.D+Chorus+Dly Compressor+Rev Delay O.D+Tremolo+Rev Compressor+Dly TASCAM CD-GT2... -
Page 41: Vocal.effects
VOCAL_09 Lo-Fi Adds a lo-fi sound to 0—12 vocals VOCAL_10 Megaphone Makes vocals sound 0—99 like they are sung through a megaphone VOCAL_11 Screaming Flanger for vocals 0—30 VOCAL_12 Panning Pan vocals left and 0—30 right TASCAM CD-GT2... -
Page 42: Effect Module Parameter List
70s funk style sounds. Adjusts the amount of the effect 0–20 Exciter Adds high frequencies to the original sound to make Adjusts the added high frequencies 0–30 FREQ rich, shimmering tones that stand out. Adjusts the amount of the effect 0–20 TASCAM CD-GT2... - Page 43 Adjusts the amount of the effect 0–20 extensively. Delay Adds echoes to the sound. Adjust the and turn the Adjusts the delay time 0–99 TIME TIME level up for a rockabilly sound. Adjusts the amount of the effect 0–20 TASCAM CD-GT2...
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