Tascam CD RW5000 User Manual

9101012300

CD-RW5000

CD Rewritable Recorder

OWNER’S MANUAL

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INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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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..

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accompanying the appliance.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION:

"Note to CATV system installer:

…Read all of these Instructions.

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.

…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.

Example of Antenna Grounding as per

National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70

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 clean-

ing.

6) Attachments — Do not use attachments not recommended by the

product manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

ANTENNA

LEAD IN

WIRE

GROUND

CLAMP

ANTENNA

DISCHARGE UNIT

(NEC SECTION 810-20)

ELECTRIC

SERVICE

EQUIPMENT

GROUNDING CONDUCTORS

(NEC SECTION 810-21)

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.

GROUND CLAMPS

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING

ELECTRODE SYSTEM

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 manufac-

turer’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 com-

bination to overturn.

(NEC ART 250. PART H)

NEC - NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

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 touch-

ing 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 open-

ing 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.

10) Ventilation — Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ven-

tilation 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 built-

up 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, con-

nection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding elec-

trode.

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.

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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 class 1 laser product. There is not hazardous invisible laser radiation during oper-

ation because invisible laser radiation emitted inside of this product is completely confined in the protective housings.

The label required in this reguration is shown 1.

… CAUTION

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- USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZ-

ARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

- IF THIS PRODUCT DEVELOPS TROUBLE, MAKE A CONTACT WITH OUR SERVICEMAN, AND DO NOT USE THE PRODUCT IN A

TROUBLED STATE.

For U.S.A.

CERTIFICATION

THIS PRODUCT COMPLES WITH DHHS

RULES 21 CFR SUBCHAPTER J APPLI-

CABLE AT DATE OF MANUFACTURE

TEAC CORPORATION

3-7-3 NAKA-CHO, MUSASHINO-SHI, TOKYO, JAPAN

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Optical pickup: Type : OPU24.36

Manufacturer : Philips Components

Laser output : 2.5 mW (Play),

35 mW (Record)

Wavelength : 775~795 nm

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INFORM THAT THE APPARATUS CONTAINS A LASER COMPO-

NENT.

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

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Table of Contents

[31] Number keys........................................ 13

[32] REPEAT key......................................... 13

[33] PGM key............................................... 13

[34] DISPLAY key........................................ 13

[35] FINALIZE key....................................... 13

[36] ERASE key........................................... 13

[37] SYNC START key ................................ 13

[38] AUTO/MANUAL ................................... 13

[39] TRACK INCR key................................. 13

[40] SKIP keys............................................. 13

[41] SEARCH keys...................................... 13

[42] STOP key ............................................. 13

[43] PLAY key.............................................. 13

[44] PAUSE key........................................... 13

[45] RECORD key........................................ 13

3 - Playback operations

3.1 Display modes .................................. 14

3.2 Playing back a selected track.......... 14

3.3 Repeating playback.......................... 14

3.3.1 Programmed playback...................... 14

3.3.2 Fast searching ................................... 15

4 - Recording operations

4.1 General recording notes.................. 16

4.1.1 Disc types...........................................16

4.2 Recording from digital sources ...... 16

4.2.1 Recording with synchronized start..17

4.3 Automatic track division.................. 18

4.4 Manual track division....................... 18

4.5 Analog recording.............................. 19

4.5.1 Reference levels ................................ 19

4.6 Finalizing discs................................. 19

4.7 Erasing material (CD-RW only) ....... 20

4.7.1 Erasing a finalized disc..................... 20

4.7.2 Erasing a track on a non-finalized

1 - Introduction

1.1 About CD-R and CD-RW discs........ 6

1.2 Finalizing........................................... 7

1.2.1 “Recordable” disc............................. 7

1.2.2 About this manual............................. 7

1.3 Unpacking the CD-RW5000............. 7

1.3.1 Rack-mounting the CD-RW5000...... 7

1.4 Environmental considerations........ 7

1.5 Use of CD-R and CD-RW discs ....... 8

2 - Parts of the CD-RW5000

2.1 Front panel.......................................10

[1] POWER switch .................................10

[2] PHONES jack and level control.........10

[3] Disc tray...........................................10

[4] OPEN/CLOSE key.............................10

[5] Display.............................................10

[6] DISPLAY key....................................10

[7] AUTO/MANUAL key..........................10

[8] SOURCE key ....................................10

[9] DIGITAL INPUT key ..........................10

[10] INPUT level controls.......................10

[11] FINALIZE key..................................10

[12] ERASE key .........................................11

2.1.1 Transport controls...........................11

[13] SKIP keys ...........................................11

[14] STOP key............................................11

[15] PLAY key............................................11

[16] PAUSE key .........................................11

[17] RECORD key......................................11

[18] SYNC START key...............................11

2.2 Rear panel........................................11

[19] ANALOG INPUT (BALANCED)..........11

[20] ANALOG OUTPUT (BALANCED)......11

[21] DIGITAL INPUT (AES/EBU)...............11

[22] ANALOG INPUT (UNBALANCED) ....11

[23] ANALOG OUTPUT

disc ...........................................................20

5 - Messages, troubleshooting, etc.

5.1 Troubleshooting ............................... 21

5.1.1 Self-diagnostic program ...................22

6 - Specifications

6.1 Audio specifications ........................ 23

6.2 I/O specifications.............................. 23

6.3 Physical specifications.................... 24

6.3.1 Dimensional drawing ........................24

(UNBALANCED) .....................................11

[24] COAXIAL digital INPUT..................... 12

[25] COAXIAL digital OUTPUT................. 12

[26] OPTICAL digital INPUT ..................... 12

[27] OPTICAL digital OUTPUT ................. 12

[28] CONTROL I/O..................................... 12

[29] REMOTE IN connector ...................... 12

2.3 RC-RW5000 remote control unit....12

[30] OPEN/CLOSE key.............................. 13

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The TASCAM CD-RW5000 allows you to make

your own standard audio CDs, using cost-effective

standard CD-R discs. CD-RW discs can also be used,

allowing bad “takes” and tracks to be erased and

re-recorded as well as allowing whole discs to be

reused.

reproduction or distribution thereof may result

in severe civil and criminal penalties under

treaties. If you are uncertain about your rights,

contact your legal advisor. Under no circum-

stances will TEAC Corporation be responsible

for the consequences of any illegal copying

performed using the CD-RW5000.

The CD-RW5000 permits tracks to be added one at a

time, or together, until the disc is “ﬁnalized”, allow-

ing it to be replayed on audio CD players.

1.1 About CD-R and CD-RW discs

NOTE

Some models of CD player may not be able to

play certain discs produced on the

CD-RW5000.

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 pack-

aging of CD-R discs will include the following logo:

The CD-RW5000 provides professional-level

+4 dBu balanced inputs and outputs as well as unbal-

anced inputs and outputs at –10 dBV. Trimmer

potentiometers are provided on the balanced outputs

to allow precise signal matching.

It is also possible to use discs which are marked as

“CD-R Digital Audio for Consumer”.

The CD-RW5000 also provides a comprehensive set

of digital inputs: AES/EBU professional and SPDIF

consumer formats are both supported. The SPDIF

connectors are provided in both coaxial (RCA) and

optical form, and coaxial and optical digital outputs

are also provided in this format.

By contrast, the CD-RW disc can be used in much

the same way as a CD-R disc, but the last track

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:

A sampling frequency converter is included in the

CD-RW5000, so that material from sources which

have not been recorded at the standard CD frequency

of 44.1 kHz (i.e. 48 kHz and 32 kHz) can be recorded

using digital transfer.

When recording from digital sources, the

CD-RW5000 can read not only the audio data, but

the track start data, etc., allowing automatic transfer

of material from DAT, etc. without the need for man-

ual intervention.

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 play-

able on the CD-RW5000. This is in no way a limita-

tion of the CD-RW5000 itself, but of the difference

between the different types of media and the methods

used to read them.

A wired remote control allows easy operation of the

CD-RW5000 from anywhere in the project location.

NOTE—Important notice

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 owner or the

rightful licensor. Unless you own the copy-

right, or have obtained the appropriate per-

mission from the copyright owner or the

rightful licensor, your unauthorized recording,

CD-R discs created on the CD-RW5000, by contrast,

may be played satisfactorily on the majority of audio

CD players.

For details of disc brands that are known to work

well with the CD-RW5000, contact your TASCAM

dealer.

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in a rack, See 1.4, "Environmental considerations"

below for ventilation, etc. parameters.

1.2 Finalizing

Although audio data may be written on a CD-R or

CD-RW disc, an audio 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 disc. See 4.6, "Finalizing

discs" for details.

In the case of a CD-RW disc which has been ﬁnal-

ized, the whole of the disc may be erased, and the

disc re-used.

1.4 Environmental considerations

1.2.1“Recordable” disc

The CD-RW5000 should be operated in an environ-

ment which provides adequate ventilation. We rec-

ommend that a space of 1U is left above the unit

when it is rack-mounted.

In this manual, we use the term “recordable disc” to

describe either a CD-R or a CD-RW disc which has

not been ﬁnalized, i.e. further recording is still

possible.

Avoid exposing the CD-RW5000 to excessive heat or

extremes of temperature (between 5˚C and 35˚C—

41˚F and 95˚F), as well as avoiding excessively

humid conditions. The CD-RW5000 is somewhat

more sensitive to extremes of temperature than audio

CD players.

1.2.2About this manual

In this manual, we use the following typeface to indi-

cate a feature of the CD-RW5000 or its remote con-

trol: the PLAY key. The numbers of the features are

given in square brackets [13] and correspond to the

numbers in 2, "Parts of the CD-RW5000". Where a

feature is duplicated on the main unit and the remote

control unit, both numbers are given.

The CD-RW5000 should be operated in a horizontal

position (i.e. the front panel should be vertical).

Avoid mounting the CD-RW5000 in a rack which is

tilted more than 5˚ from the vertical.

Messages appearing on the display of the

CD-RW5000 are given in the following typeface:

The AC voltage supplied to the CD-RW5000 should

match the voltage as printed on the rear panel of the

unit. If you are in any doubt, consult an electrician.

NO DISC

1.3 Unpacking the CD-RW5000

NOTE

When you unpack the CD-RW5000, you should ﬁnd,

in addition to this manual:

When transporting the CD-RW5000, always

use the original packing materials. For this

reason, we strongly recommend that you

save all the packing materials that came with

the CD-RW5000, in case you need to trans-

port it in the future.

• the main unit itself

• the remote control unit with its attached cable

• a rack-mounting screw kit

In addition, when transporting the

CD-RW5000, you should tape the disc tray

closed, using adhesive tape which will not

spoil the ﬁnish of the unit.

1.3.1Rack-mounting the CD-RW5000

Use the rack-mounting screw kit to mount the

CD-RW5000 in a standard 19-inch rack, as shown

below. Remove the feet of the unit before mounting it

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heat such as radiators or heat-generating electrical

devices.

1.5 Use of CD-R and CD-RW discs

Always store CD-R and CD-RW discs in their “jewel

cases” to avoid dirt and dust accumulating on their

surfaces.

The Compact Disc medium is a robust medium, and

the discs can survive a good deal of physical abuse.

However, there are precautions that you should take

when handling CD-R and CD-RW discs which are

different to those you should take when handling

ordinary CDs.

When labeling CD-R and CD-RW discs, always use

a soft 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.

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.

Dirty discs may be cleaned using a soft dry cloth

and/or a commercial CD cleaning ﬂuid or ethyl alco-

hol. Do not use thinner, gasoline, benzene or LP

cleaning ﬂuid, as these will damage the disc.

CD-R and CD-RW discs are more sensitive to the

effects of heat than ordinary CDs. It is important that

they are not stored in a location where direct sunlight

will fall on them, and which is away from sources of

If you are in any doubt as to the care and handling of

a CD-R or CD-RW disc, read the precautions sup-

plied with the disc, or contact the disc manufacturer

directly.

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