High Definition Audio Master Recorder
OWNER'S MANUAL
D00828701A
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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
TO THE USER
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the
equipment
is
operated
in
a
commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction
manual,
may
cause
harmful
interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residental area
is likely to cause harmful interference in which
case the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications to this equipment not
expressly approved by TEAC CORPORATION
for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate this equipment.
For the consumers in Europe
WARNING
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this
product may cause radio interference in which case the
user may be required to take adequate measures.
Pour les utilisateurs en Europe
AVERTISSEMENT
Il s'agit d'un produit de Classe A. Dans un environnement
domestique,
cet
appareil
peut
provoquer
des
interférences radio, dans ce cas l'utilisateur peut être
amené à prendre des mesures appropriées.
Für Kunden in Europa
Warnung
Dies is eine Einrichtung, welche die Funk-Entstörung
nach Klasse A besitzt. Diese Einrichtung kann im
Wohnbereich Funkstörungen versursachen ; in diesem
Fall kann vom Betrieber verlang werden, angemessene
Maßnahmen durchzuführen und dafür aufzukommen.
For U.S.A
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SER-
VICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence
of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying
the appliance.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert 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.
This appliance has a serial number
located on the rear panel. Please record
the model number and serial number and
retain them for your records.
Model number
Serial number
Ü
ÿ
Y
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CE Marking Information
a) Applicable electromagnetic environment: E4
b) Peak inrush current: 7.5A
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1
Read these instructions.
2
Keep these instructions.
3
Heed all warnings.
4
Follow all instructions.
5
Do not use this apparatus near water.
6
Clean only with dry cloth.
7
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8
Do not install near any heat sources such as radi-
ators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has
two blades with one wider than the other.
Grounding type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or the third
prong are provided for your safety. If the pro-
vided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult
an electrician for replacement of the obsolete
outlet.
10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.
11 Only use attachments/accessories specified by
the manufacturer.
12 Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the manufacturer or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.
13 Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
14 Refer all servicing to qualified service person-
nel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such as power-supply
cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled
or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture,
does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
Do not expose this apparatus to drips or
splashes.
Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such
as vases, on the apparatus.
Do not install this apparatus in a confined space
such as a book case or similar unit.
The apparatus draws nominal non-operating
power from the AC outlet with its POWER
switch in the off position.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
Optical pickup:
Type
: SRU3532
Manufacturer
: Sankyo
Laser output
: Less than 103mW on the objective lens
Wavelength
: 779789nm (CD), 652660nm (DVD)
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 a class 1 laser product. There is no haz-
ardous invisible laser radiation during operation because invisible laser radiation emitted inside of this product is completely
confined in the protective housings.
The label required in this regulation is shown in 1.
CAUTION
- DO NOT REMOVE THE PROTECTIVE HOUSING USING A SCREWDRIVER.
- USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN
MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
- IF THIS PRODUCT DEVELOPS TROUBLE, CONTACT YOUR NEAREST QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL, AND DO NOT USE
THE PRODUCT IN ITS DAMAGED STATE.
Contents
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1 Introduction
CD-R and CD-RW ..................................................7
DVD+RW ...............................................................7
About this manual ........................................7
Notes and warnings ................................................7
Copyright .................................................................8
Some notes and precautions .......................8
Installation ....................................................8
Environmental considerations ................................8
Unpacking the unit ..................................................9
Beware of condensation .........................................9
About CD-R and CD-RW discs .................................9
Handling of optical discs .......................................10
Additional notes with regard to CD-R and
CD-RW discs ........................................................10
Never use a stabilizer or printable discs ..............11
About DVD+RW discs .................................11
2 Connections
Analog audio connections .........................12
Digital audio connections ..........................12
AES/EBU ..............................................................12
S/PDIF ..................................................................12
SDIF-3/DSD-raw ..................................................12
Other connections ......................................13
WORD SYNC .......................................................13
USB ......................................................................13
CONTROL I/O ......................................................13
REMOTE IN ..........................................................13
PHONES ...............................................................13
3 Basic principles
The "home" screen .....................................14
Naming files, projects, marks, etc. ............14
Using a keyboard ...............................................14
Working without a keyboard ............................14
Adding project notes .........................................14
Clock/calendar ............................................15
Setting the clock .................................................15
Checking the battery level ................................15
Changing the display contrast .............................15
Menu operations ........................................16
The virtual front panel (VFP) .....................17
To launch the virtual front panel ......................17
ARDY (auto-ready) .............................................17
ACUE (auto-cue) .................................................17
ASPC (auto-space) ..............................................17
SNGL (single) ......................................................17
RPT (repeat) ........................................................17
PGM (program) ...................................................17
ATRK (auto-track) ...............................................17
RMODE (recording mode) ..................................17
MONO .................................................................17
PITCH ...................................................................17
NSD (noise-shaped dithering) ...........................17
OSC (oscillator) ...................................................17
FINALIZE ............................................................. 17
UNFINALIZE ........................................................ 17
ERASE ................................................................. 17
General preferences ................................... 18
Meter release ..................................................... 18
Meter hold time ................................................. 18
Calendar display ................................................ 18
Time zone ........................................................... 18
Short cuts ........................................................... 18
Reference level .................................................. 19
Resume playback ............................................... 19
Remote control unit ................................... 20
Skip (between tracks) and search (within
tracks) keys ..................................................... 20
Number keys ...................................................... 20
Dedicated function keys ................................... 20
MARK and LOCATE keys ................................... 20
Soft F-keys .......................................................... 20
JOG/DATA keys .................................................. 20
Timer start .................................................. 21
Selecting the input source ......................... 21
Adjusting the input level ........................... 22
A note on metering .............................................. 22
Selecting the reference clock .................... 22
4 CD playback & recording
Playback ...................................................... 23
Display ................................................................... 23
Moving playback position within a disc ............. 23
Programmed playback ......................................... 23
Repeat playback ................................................... 24
A-B repeat .......................................................... 24
Jog playback ......................................................... 24
Pitch change .......................................................... 24
Auto cue ................................................................ 24
Setting the threshold level .................................. 25
Auto ready ............................................................ 25
Recording .................................................... 25
MUTE key .............................................................. 25
Auto track increment ........................................... 26
Coaxial input ...................................................... 26
AES/EBU and analog inputs .............................. 26
Fades .................................................................... 26
Monitoring ............................................................ 26
Oscillator ............................................................... 27
Dithering ............................................................... 27
Copy protection .................................................... 27
Finalizing discs ...................................................... 27
Unfinalizing discs .................................................. 28
Erasing discs (CD-RW) ........................................... 28
Synchronized recording ............................. 28
Rehearsed synchronized recording ..................... 28
Making the recording ........................................... 29
About marks ............................................... 29
Jumping to a mark ................................................ 29
Editing marks ........................................................ 30