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- Page 1 » D00997220A CD-BT2 Portable CD Bass 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-BT2... -
Page 4: Important Safety Precautions
11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. TASCAM CD-BT2... -
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-BT2 uses either a SONY or a SAMSUNG transport. Optical pickup: Type: KSM-900AAA Manufacturer:... -
Page 6: Table Of Contents
...........21 Setting.the.time.display..............39 Changing.the.display.contrast............39 Screen.overview.................21 Restoring.all.settings.to.their.default.values........39 ............... 21 TIME.DISPLAY.screen.................. 22 Other.screens. Specifications ..................40 Making.settings................23 Effect preset list ..................41 Listening to CDs ..................24 Basic.CD.playback................24 Effect module parameter list ............42 TASCAM CD-BT2... -
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-BT2 notes easier. You can also plug your bass into the unit and mix after purchase. -
Page 8: About.this.manual
Environmental considerations Cleaning the unit The CD-BT2 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-BT2 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-BT2... -
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-BT2... -
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-BT2... -
Page 13: Playing.bass
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-BT2... -
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-BT2... -
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-BT2... -
Page 17: Names And Functions Of Parts
(See “TIME DISPLAY screen” on page Display 21.) Shows CD status during playback, device settings and other information. LOOP key Turns the loop playback and repeat playback functions ON and OFF. When IN and OUT points are set, this key turns TASCAM CD-BT2... - Page 18 VALUE (+, –) keys seconds earlier and continue playback. Set the number Change the value of the item selected on the screen. of seconds in the screen. (See “Jumping SETUP & MISC. back a few seconds (FLASH BACK)” on page 24.) TASCAM CD-BT2...
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Page 19: Front
Front (standard phone jack) BASS IN jack Connect an electric bass. (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 Slide this switch away from the... -
Page 20: Making Connections
• PHONES jack: audio system, speakers with built-in ampli- • LINE OUT fiers, etc. (Use a conversion cable as necessary.) jack: bass guitar • BASS IN jack: TASCAM RC-30P or other momentary • FOOT SW footswitch (non-latching) TASCAM CD-BT2... -
Page 21: Screen Appearance And Operation
This icon lights when the bass 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-BT2... - Page 22 CD. (See “Setting the time display” on page 39.) 9 CD time display mode Shows the CD time display mode. (Settings cannot be made on this screen.) TASCAM CD-BT2...
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Page 23: Making.settings
TEMPO screen, KEY & PITCH screen, B.E.E 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-BT2... -
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-BT2... -
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-BT2... -
Page 26: Changing.the.pitch.with.the.tempo
Changing only the pitch FINE 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-BT2... -
Page 27: Using.the.bass.enhancement.effect
Reduces the bass sound. inverse. Use the key to select the item and CURSOR ¶ MODE the keys to change the function. VALUE (+, –) Press the key again to to select the mode's CURSOR ¶ adjustable parameter, and use the keys VALUE (+, –) to adjust it. The adjustable parameter is in LEVEL mode and mode. BOOST FREQUENCY ENHANCE mode does not have an adjustable parameter. TASCAM CD-BT2... -
Page 28: Loop.playback
If you press the key, the loop interval settings (IN IN/OUT appears below the playback position display bar at point and OUT point settings) are canceled. 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-BT2... -
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-BT2... -
Page 30: Using A Bass 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. (See the following page.) TASCAM CD-BT2... -
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-BT2... - Page 32 “Effect module parameter list” on page 42. Use the ) keys to select the frequency CURSOR ˙ ¥ band (50Hz, 120Hz, 400Hz, 800Hz, 2kHz, 4.5kHz or 8kHz) that you want to adjust. Use the keys to boost or cut each band up VALUE (+, –) The EQ module has different features and setting from other to 18 dB. effects as explained below. TASCAM CD-BT2...
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Page 33: 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-BT2... -
Page 34: Stopping.the.metronome
Stopping the metronome Do one of the following: • Press the key. STOP • Turn the item OFF on the METRONOME SETUP & screen. MISC. NOTE Pressing any of the CD player operation keys will also turn the metronome OFF. TASCAM CD-BT2... -
Page 35: Using.the.tuner
These modes are explained separately in the following sections. NOTE Use the CURSOR ¶ key to select , 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. TASCAM CD-BT2... -
Page 36: Bass.(Bass.tuner.mode)
(The matching bass peg is also indicated at the right (–, +) keys. VALUE side of the screen.) CALIB The bass is tuned when the center of the meter is Set the standard frequency of middle A between 435 Hz and highlighted. The tuning procedures are the same as 445 Hz. This setting affects all tuner modes. described above for the AUTO mode. TASCAM CD-BT2... -
Page 37: Using.a.footswitch
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Other functions Using a footswitch Setting the polarity When using a footswitch other than a TASCAM RC-30P, the You can use a footswitch to control certain operations. A polarity might need to be changed. Use the CURSOR footswitch can be set to control FLASH BACK, fast reverse or §... -
Page 38: 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-BT2... -
Page 39: 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-BT2... -
Page 40: 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-BT2... -
Page 41: Effect Preset List
19 Cmp + Cho 20 Cmp + Wah 43 Dist + Wah + Dly 21 Cmp + Oct 44 Dist + Tec + Dly 22 Cmp + Tec 45 Dist + Exc + Dly 23 Cmp + Exc TASCAM CD-BT2... -
Page 42: Effect Module Parameter List
Selects one of three types 1/2/3 TYPE input, or any other method to adjust the signal level. TASCAM CD-BT2... - Page 43 Hz.) for the selected frequency band 4.5k Exciter Adds harmonics to the original sound to make rich, Adjusts the harmonics added to the 0-30 FREQ sound shimmering tones that stand out. Adjusts the amount of the effect 0-20 TASCAM CD-BT2...
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