D00808300A

CD Rewritable Recorder

OWNERS MANUAL
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
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
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 products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. 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.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
7 Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. 8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, 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 provided 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 personnel. 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.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
IMPORTANT (for U.K. Customers)
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or consult your dealer. If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off, remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply. If this product is not provided with a mains plug, or one has to be fitted, then follow the instructions given below: IMPORTANT: DO NOT make any connection to the larger terminal which is marked by the letter E or by the safety earth symbol or coloured GREEN or GREEN-andYELLOW. The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: BLUE BROWN : NEUTRAL : LIVE

For U.S.A.

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 users authority to operate this equipment.
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED. When replacing the fuse only a correctly rated approved type should be used and be sure to re-fit the fuse cover. IF IN DOUBT ELECTRICIAN. CONSULT A COMPETENT 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 sagit dun produit de Classe A. Dans un environnement domestique, cet appareil peut provoquer des interfrences radio, dans ce cas lutilisateur peut tre amen prendre des mesures appropries. Fr Kunden in Europa Warnung Dies is eine Einrichtung, welche die Funk-Entstrung nach Klasse A besitzt. Diese Einrichtung kann im Wohnbereich Funkstrungen versursachen ; in diesem Fall kann vom Betrieber verlang werden, angemessene Manahmen durchzufhren und dafr aufzukommen.
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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 a class 1 laser product. There is no hazardous 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.

Environmental considerations
The CD-RW750 may be used in most areas, but to maintain top performance, and prolong operating life, observe the following environmental conditions: The nominal temperature should be between 5C and 35C (41F and 95F). The CD-RW750 is more sensitive to extremes of temperature than ordinary CD players. Relative humidity should be 30 to 90 degrees noncondensing. As the unit may become hot during operation, always leave sufficient space above the unit for ventilation. Do not install this apparatus in a confined space such as a book case or similar unit. Make sure that the unit is mounted in a level position for correct operation. Do not mount the unit in a rack tilted 5 or more from the vertical position.
If the mounting surface is more than 5 degrees away from the horizontal, the tray will not open or close.
The voltage supplied to the unit should match the voltage as printed on the rear panel. If you are in any doubt regarding this matter, consult an electrician.
When transporting the unit, always use the original packing materials. For this reason, we strongly recommend that you save all the packing materials that came with the CD-RW750, in case you need to transport it in the future. In addition, when transporting the unit, you should tape the disc tray closed, using an adhesive tape that will not spoil the finish of the unit.

Beware of condensation

If the unit (or a compact disc) is moved from a cold to a warm place, or used after a sudden temperature change, there is a danger of condensation; vapor in the air could condense on the internal mechanism, making correct operation impossible. To prevent this, or if this occurs, leave the player for one or two hours with the power turned on, then turn the power off and on again.
Never use a stabilizer or printable discs
Using commercially available CD stabilizers or printable recordable discs with this player will damage the mechanism and cause it to malfunction.
Never use a disc that has had a stabilizer mounted to it. The residual adhesive may cause the disc to stick to the turntable of the CD-RW750. If it sticks to the turntable, you will need a technician to get it out.

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Handling of compact discs
Observe the following: Always place the compact discs in the trays with their label facing upward (compact discs can only be played on one side). To remove a disc from its storage case, press down on the center of the case, and lift the disc out, holding it carefully by the edges. stains will have absolutely no effect on reproduction quality.
Finger marks and dust should be carefully wiped off the discs recorded surface with a soft cloth. Unlike conventional records, the compact disc has no grooves to collect dust and microscopic debris, so gently wiping with a soft cloth should remove most particles. Wipe in a straight motion from the inside to the outside of the disc. Small dust particles and light
Never use such chemicals as record sprays, antistatic sprays or fluid, benzine or thinner to clean compact discs. Such chemicals will do irreparable damage to the discs plastic surface. Discs should be returned to their cases after use to avoid serious scratches that could cause the laser pickup to skip. Dont expose discs to direct sunlight or high humidity and temperature for extended periods. Long exposure to high temperature can warp the disc. Only use circular compact discs. Avoid using noncircular promotional, etc. discs.
To keep the laser pickups clean, dont touch them. For the same reason, dont leave the disc trays opened unnecessarily.
Additional notes with regard to CD-R and CD-RW discs
There are additional precautions that you should take when handling CD-R and CD-RW discs, that are different to those that you should take when handling ordinary CDs. 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. CD-R discs are more sensitive to the effects of heat and ultraviolet rays 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 heat such as radiators or heat-generating electrical devices. Always store CD-R discs in their jewel cases to avoid dirt and dust accumulating on their surfaces. Do not put labels or protective sheets on the discs and do not use any protective coating spray. When labeling CD-R discs, always use a soft oilbased 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. Dirty discs may be cleaned using a soft dry cloth and/or a commercial CD cleaning fluid or ethyl alcohol. Do not use thinner, gasoline, benzene or LP cleaning fluid, as these will damage the disc. If you are in any doubt as to the care and handling of a CD-R disc, read the precautions supplied with the disc, or contact the disc manufacturer directly.

M FADER key Use this key to start fade-in
recordings or to start a fade-out when recording (see Fade-in and fade-out on page 23 for details). It also changes the mode of the MULTI JOG control between data entry and cursor when entering CD TEXT data (see Titling (CD TEXT) on page 27).

Rear panel

N ANALOG IN (L, R) These RCA jacks
accept analog audio signals from suitably-equipped units (10 dBV, unbalanced).
P DIGITAL COAXIAL (IN, OUT) These two
RCA jacks accept and output digital audio in standard consumer format (SPDIF).
O ANALOG OUT (L, R) These RCA jacks output analog audio signals (at 10 dBV levels, unbalanced) to suitably-equipped units.
Q DIGITAL OPTICAL (IN, OUT) These two TOSLINK optical connectors accept and output digital audio using optical fiber connectors.
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RC-RW750 Remote control unit
through the outputs when not recording or in record ready mode.

B E 9 A C D G I L

9 DISPLAY key Use this key to switch
between the different display modes available (equivalent to A).
A PLAY MODE key Use this key to choose between the different playback modes (single play, continue play, etc.). B FADER key Use this key to start fade-in
recordings or to start a fade-out when recording (equivalent to M).

F H J K

C FINALIZE key Use this key to finalize
recordable discs. See Finalizing on page 7 and Finalizing on page 25 for details (equivalent to F).
D ERASE key Use this key (with CD-RW discs 1 OPEN/CLOSE key Opens and closes the disc tray (equivalent to 3). 2 Number keys (0 through 10 and +10)
Use these keys for direct entry of track numbers when playing back, or making a programmed play list. only) to erase tracks, or a whole disc, or to refresh a bad disc, or to unfinalize a finalized disc. See Erasing on page 25 for details (equivalent to G).
E RECORD key Use this key to enter record ready mode (equivalent to K). F SYNC REC key Use this key to turn synchronized recording on and off (equivalent to L).
See Synchronized recording on page 20 for details.
3 CLEAR key Use this key to clear a mistaken
entry made with the number keys.
G REC MUTE key Use this key when recording, to mute the input signal for about four seconds and then to enter record ready mode (see Rec mute function on page 23).
4 REPEAT key Use this key to change
between the various repeat modes when playing back (see Repeat play on page 17).
5 A-B key Use this key to set the A-B repeat
points and playback mode (see A-B repeat mode on page 17).
H SEARCH keys Use these keys to move the playback position inside a track. I SKIP keys Use these keys to move between tracks when playing back (equivalent to turning B). They are also used to set the parameter values, etc. J STOP key Use this key to stop playback or recording (equivalent to H). K PAUSE key Use this key to pause playback or recording (equivalent to J). L PLAY key Use this key to start playback, or enter record mode from record ready mode (equivalent to I).

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The CD-RW750 can be used to play back CDs (including CD-R and CD-RW discs that have been recorded and finalized on other types of recorder), as well as CD-R discs and CD-RW discs that have been recorded on the unit.
Simple playback operations
1 Press the OPEN/CLOSE key (3 or 1) to open

the disc tray.

CD CD-R, NO TOC CD-RW, NO TOC CD-RW [blank]
A commercial pre-recorded CD or a finalized CD-R A CD-R which has yet to be finalized A CD-RW which has yet to be finalized A finalized CD-RW (this differs from a CD, as it may be unfinalized and erased) Unusable or unreadable disc or no disc
2 Discs should be inserted in the tray with the

label uppermost.

3 Press the OPEN/CLOSE key (3 or 1) to close
the tray again. When a disc is loaded into the unit, the display briefly shows TOC Reading., with a flashing period following the word Reading as the unit determines the contents of the disc. When the TOC has been read, the display shows the total running time of the disk, followed by the disc title (if the disc contains CD TEXT information), followed by the total running time. If the title of the disc is more than 12 characters long (a disc title can be up to 23 characters long), only the first 12 characters are displayed. The first 12 characters of the disc title are also shown (for three seconds) when playback is stopped. In stop mode, no digital output is possible (see Input monitoring on page 18). The CD-RW750 also shows (at the top left of the display) one of the following:
1 Press the PLAY key (I or L) to start playback
2 Press the STOP key (H or J) to stop playback
3 Press the PAUSE key (J or K) to pause playback temporarily. The track number indicators at the bottom of the display light, to show the available unplayed tracks. If there are thirteen tracks on the disc, for example, indicators 1 through 13 will light. If there are more than 20 tracks on a disc, the track number OVER indicator (at the bottom of the display) will light.
Track titles If the finalized disc contains CD
TEXT information, the first 12 characters of the track title (track titles can be up to 23 characters in length) are shown for about two seconds, about three seconds into the track.

Time display modes

When playing back a CD (or in pause mode), there are five different display modes. In each time mode, the current track number is given, followed by the time, as given below, e.g.

10Tr 0:48

Display shows
TOTAL [blank] TOTAL REMAIN REMAIN [track title]
Meaning Total elapsed time of the disc Elapsed time of the current track Time remaining of the current disc Time remaining of the current track If the disc contains CD TEXT information, the current track title is shown. If the title is longer than 12 characters, is scrolls across the display.

Shuffle (random track order). In this mode, each track is played once before the disc repeats. Using the track search functions will move backwards or forwards through the random order, e.g. if track 7 is followed by track 10, it is possible to use the track search keys to go back to track 7, which is remembered as being before immediately before track 10. The red SHUFFLE display indicator lights in this mode. Program (see Programmed order playback on page 17 below). The red PROGRAM display indicator lights in this mode. The selected mode is shown in large characters disappears from the display a few seconds after selecting the mode, and the display returns to its previous mode The selected playback mode (other than Program mode) is memorized and recalled when power is turned off and on again.
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Programmed order playback
The steps to set up to 32 program steps (tracks) to be played back in a specified order are as follows:
6 Press the PLAY key (I or L) to start playback at the first program step. The display shows the track, the current time display, and the program step number. While in programmed playback mode, using the SKIP keys I or the MULTI JOG control B moves backwards and forwards in the order set in the program. Use the PAUSE key (J or K) to halt playback temporarily or the STOP key (H or J) to stop playback of the program. If the STOP key is used, when playback is restarted, it starts from the first program step. Clear the program by pressing PLAY MODE A until the display shows Continue. The program is also cleared when the disc tray is opened, and if the STOP key is pressed when playback is stopped in programmed order mode. The programmed play order is not memorized when power is turned off. If an attempt is made to enter more than 32 program steps, the message PGM Full ! appears on the display.
1 Press the PLAY MODE key A until the display

shows Program.

2 The display changes to show

0Tr 0:00 00,

meaning that no program steps have yet had tracks assigned to them.
3 Use the number keys to enter a track number
(including the +10 key to enter values greater than 9, as described in Track search on page 16). There is no need to press ENTER. The track entered is assigned to the program step, and the display changes, showing the track number, the total time of the program so far, and the step number, e.g. 2Tr14:56 03.
4 The next program step can then be entered.
Steps 3 and 4 above can be carried out from the main unit by turning and pushing the MULTI JOG control B.

3 Use the MULTI JOG control B or the SKIP keys I to adjust the input volume between
-60dB and +18db (relative to the original input level). There is also a - settingwhich represents a complete signal cut. NOTE
Analog recording level The level of the analog
signals received at the ANALOG IN jacks are controlled with the INPUT controls E. When recording analog signals, set the digital volume (see below) to 0 dB.
If digital direct is selected, as described below (Digital direct on page 23), the digital volume is bypassed and the menu item does not appear.

Input monitoring

When the unit is in record ready, or record mode, the input signal is output from the OUT jacks (digital and analog), allowing you to hear the input signal (note that in stop mode, no digital output is possible). The meters also show the current signal level. However, it is only possible to record, or to enter record ready mode, when a recordable disc is inserted. To allow monitoring of the input signal at other times, or when the unit is stopped, use the MONITOR key on the remote control unit 8. The RECORD key K on the main unit also enables monitor mode from stop mode when there is no recordable disc in the unit (when there is a recordable disc in the unit, pressing the RECORD key enters record ready mode). The word MONITOR appears on the display to show that the output signal is an echo of the input signal(s). The meters show the current input level. Exit the monitor mode by using the STOP key.

Frequency conversion

The sampling frequency for CDs is 44.1 kHz. The CD-RW750 will always record (and play back) CDs at this frequency. However, if recording through a digital connection (either coaxial or optical) and the source has been recorded at a frequency other than 44.1 kHz, or is being played back at a non-standard speed using a varispeed unit (more than 1% away from the standard), the CD-RW750s internal frequency converter will automatically convert the incoming frequency to 44.1 kHz.
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If digital direct is selected, as described below (Digital direct on page 23), the frequency converter is bypassed. In this case, recording from digitally-con-

nected devices is only possible when the source frequency is 44.1 kHz. If an attempt is made to record from a digitally-connected source at a different frequency, the error message Not Fs44.1k!is displayed.

Basic recording

After selecting the input source (Input selection on page 18), it is possible to start recording. The basic record procedure is as follows: An analog signal input at nominal level, with no cut or boost from the volume controls, is equivalent to a reading of 16 dB on the meters.
1 Load a recordable disc into the unit. As the
disc is loaded, the display shows TOC Reading. When the disc has been loaded, the display indicators show CD-R, NO TOC, or CD-RW, NO TOC, as appropriate.
4 Press the PLAY key (I or L) or the PAUSE key (J or J) to start recording.
Note that there is no need to cue up the recording positionthe unit always finds the next available location on the disc and start recording to it.
2 Press the RECORD key (K or E). The unit
enters record ready mode, as shown by the REC and pause indicators on the display. As the unit enters record ready mode, the display shows Now OPC (Optimum Power Control), as the unit prepares to record on the disc.
5 Press the PAUSE key (J or J) to pause
recording temporarily. The pause indicator on the display shows this. Pressing PAUSE or PLAY again restarts recording with a new track number.
6 Press STOP (H or J) to stop recording.
When recording stops, the display shows PMA Writing (Program Memory Area) and the REC indicator flashes for a few seconds as the unit writes to the disc. When this message disappears, you must press the RECORD key (step 2) before restarting the recording. Recording restarts with a new track number.
3 Adjust the level of the source, following the
guidelines in Input selection on page 18.
The red OVER indicators on the meters should never light. Unlike analog equipment, digital audio units produce extremely unpleasant sounds when distorted, and there is no headroom after the 0 mark. If recording digitally from a commercially-produced CD, the volume set in the menu should be 0dB. This will maintain all the dynamic range of the source CD without clipping. Only boost the signal if the source is exceptionally quiet.
Remember that every time recording is paused or stopped, when recording is restarted, a new track will always be started. It is not possible to record in two stages within one track.

As has been explained earlier (Finalizing on page 7), in order for a disc to become a standard CD, it must have a Table of Contents (TOC) written to it. This process is known as finalizing. An unfinalized disc can always be distinguished on the CD-RW750 by the NO TOC indicator under the disc type on the display being lit when the disc is inserted. To finalize a disc:
3 If you do not want to proceed with the finalizing process, press any other key (such as the STOP key).
4 If finalization has been chosen, the display
changes. The NO TOC indicator goes out, and the word TOC and the REC indicator flash in the display. The unit starts counting down from a time shown on the display (depending on the disc and material, this value will be between 50 seconds and 1 minute 30 seconds).
1 With the unfinalized (recordable) disc loaded,
and the unit in stop mode, press the FINALIZE key (F or C). The display shows FINALIZE OK?.
5 After finalization, a CD-RW NO TOC changes to

CD-RW NOTE

and a CD-R NO TOC changes to a CD.
2 To start the finalizing process, press the MULTI JOG control B or press the ENTER key 7. Unfinalizing CD-RW discs
If a CD-RW disc has been finalized, it is possible to erase the Table of Contents in the following way:
Although CD-R discs finalized on the CD-RW750 may be replayed on ordinary CD players, remember that finalized CD-RW discs may not play on CD players.
4 If you do not want to proceed with the unfinalizing process, press any other key (such as the STOP key).
1 With the finalized disc loaded and the unit in stop mode, press the ERASE key (G or D). 2 If the display does not show the word
UNFINALIZE?, turn the MULTI JOG control B or use the SKIP keys I until it is displayed.
5 If unfinalization has been chosen, the NO TOC
indicator starts flashing in the display, and the word ERASE also starts flashing. The unit starts counting down from a time shown on the display (depending on the disc and material, this value will be between 50 seconds and 1 minute 30 seconds).

3 To start the unfinalizing process, press the MULTI JOG control B or press the ENTER key 7.
6 After unfinalization, a CD-RW indicator
changes to a CD-RW NO TOC indicator.

Erasing

Unfinalizing (described above) is a special case of erasing a disc. It is also possible to erase a track or tracks, starting with the last-recorded track, a whole disc, or to refresh a disc.
Erase procedures are possible only on a CD-RW disc. Even if a CD-RW disc has been finalized, selecting an erase procedure will automatically unfinalize it prior to erasure. The disc may then have to be re-finalized. Remember that it is not possible to perform any erase procedures on a CD-R disc.
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Erasing tracks

It is possible to erase the last recorded track, the last two recorded tracks, the last three recorded tracks, etc. It is not, however, possible to erase tracks in the middle of the disc.
If only one track has been recorded on the disc, only the erase disc option (Erasing a whole disc on page 26) is available.
1 With the disc loaded, and the unit in stop mode, press the ERASE key (G or D). 2 If the display does not show ERASE

XX?, XX-

4 When the range of tracks to be erased has
been selected, press the MULTI JOG control or press the ENTER key 7.
where XX is the number of the last track recorded on the disc, turn the MULTI JOG control B or use the SKIP keys I until it is displayed.
This operation cannot be undone. If you are going to erase a track or tracks, make sure that they are recordings that you really want to erase!
3 Turn the MULTI JOG control or use the SKIP
keys to change the number of the first track to be erased. The highest value that this number can take is the last track recorded (e.g. if 17 tracks have been recorded on the disc, 1717 means that the last track only, 17, will be erased). The lowest value that this number can take is 2 (if this number was 1, the whole disc would be erased, as described below).
5 If you do not want to proceed with the erase
operation, press any other key (such as the STOP key).
6 If the erase operation has been selected, the
word ERASE flashes on the display, and the timer starts counting down from 0:20 (20 seconds).
7 At the end of the countdown period, the word
Complete appears briefly on the display, and the display returns to the track/time display.

Erasing a whole disc

When you want to erase a whole disc (all the tracks on a disc), follow the procedure below:
4 If you do not want to proceed with the erase
1 With the disc loaded, and the unit in stop mode, press the ERASE key (G or D). 2 Turn the MULTI JOG control B or use the SKIP keys I until the display shows ERASE

D-IN UNLOCK!

Possible cause and remedy The connections from the CD-RW750 to the amplifier system have not been made properly, or the input source selector is not at the correct position. Analog and/or digital volume (Input selection on page 18) is set too low. The signal is being input through an unselected input source. A digital input source has been selected, but the source is not connected or is not switched on. A finalized disc has been inserted. Use an unfinalized recordable disc. An attempt has been made to create more than 32 program steps. There is no space on the disc, or no tracks are available, or a general recording error has occurred. You are trying to do digital direct recording from a source which has not been recorded at 44.1 kHz (Digital direct on page 23). The disc is bad. If it is a CD-RW disc, you may refresh it (Refreshing a disc on page 26), otherwise replace the disc. An error has occurred while trying to erase the disc.

Writing

Cannot record on a disc (pressing RECORD shows MONITOR)
PGM Full ! Disc Full! or Cannot Rec! Not FS 44.1k!

Disc Error

Erase Error!
The display suddenly shows PMA

Rec Error

Either the disc is full (this message will be prefaced by Disc or an attempt has been mode to write more than 99 tracks.
Full!! (Full disc on page 20)
General recording error. This may be caused by vibration or a shock during recording, for example, or may be the result of a bad disc. Try recording again with the same disc. If the message appears again, try a different disc. Appears only with CD-R discs. The OPC area is full, and no further recording is possible on this disc. Finalize the disc. These messages indicate an internal error in the unit. Consult your dealer or distributor regarding repair facilities. Shown when the input source is incompatible (e.g. the source is a CD-ROM , or the digital audio format is AES3).

No OPC Area!

System Err! Need Repair! No CD-DA

Specifications

Audio performance
Recording media type Recording resolution Recording sampling frequency Frequency converter input Frequency response S/N ratio Dynamic range Total harmonic distortion Channel separation Wow & flutter CD-R, CD-RW, CD-RDA, CD-RWDA 16-bit linear 44.1 kHz (playback 0.5 dB,, recording 1 dB) 32 kHz 48 kHz 20 Hz 20 kHz 1 dB (playback), +1 dB, 1.5 dB (recording) >92 dB (playback) >88 dB (recording) >92 dB (playback) >88 dB (recording) <0.008% (playback) <0.01% ((recording) >80 dB (playback : 1 kHz) >75 dB (recording : 1 kHz) Unmeasurable (< 0.001%)

FW-1804

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FW-1804 FireWire Audio/MIDI Interface
18-in/12-out audio interface Records at up to 96kHz/24-bit resolution Four balanced XLR / W" TRS mic/line inputs with phantom power Four balanced W" TRS line inputs (eight total line inputs) Guitar level input W" TRS insert jacks for channels 1 - 4 S/PDIF stereo digital in and out ADAT optical digital in and out Word Clock in and out Balanced W" monitor outputs Headphone output with level control Two MIDI inputs and four MIDI outputs Assignable Footswitch jack Includes Cubase LE 48-track / 96kHz recording workstation software Includes GigaStudio 3 LE streaming sampler software instrument advantage of the FW-1804s 96kHz/24bit recording resolution, delivering monster-truck recording power in a subcompact parking space. The FW-1804 has a generous variety of audio options for interfacing with your studio. Four microphone inputs, each with phantom power for pro condenser mics, record to multiple tracks for later overdubbing or mixdown. Each has an analog insert point, so you can insert a compressor to keep from distorting. Up to eight line level signals can be recorded or mixed simultaneously such as synthesizers or multieffects processors. The eight-channel ADAT optical digital interface plus a stereo digital S/PDIF I/O are ideal for pristine-quality transfers to digital consoles or samplers. recording workstation application. It includes 64 MIDI tracks with sophisticated editing features, VST plug-in and instrument support, ReWire support and an upgrade path to Cubase SX. TASCAMs GigaStudio 3 LE software sampling instrument offers 64-voice polyphony, 16-channel multitimbral MIDI, ReWire and VST plug-in support, and is compatible with all GigaStudio sample libraries the best in the world. You even get a demo copy of Nomad Legends effects plug-ins and a bonus delay plug-in. Whether you dont have the space, need or budget for a big control surface, the FW-1804 provides the killer I/O of our groundbreaking FW-1884 in a rackmount package that ts in any studio.
f youre looking for a busload of high-quality line inputs, mic preamps, MIDI ports and digital I/O in a compact rackmount package, the FireWire-based FW-1804 really delivers. Priced and sized for home studios, its ideal for rooms that already have or dont have the room for a mixing console or fader controller. The included 48-track Cubase LE software takes full
A full-featured MIDI interface is included in the FW-1804 with two MIDI inputs and four MIDI outputs, so you can control 64 channels of synths and modules. A bundle of professional recording software comes with the FW-1804, providing a powerful production solution right out of the box. Steinbergs Cubase LE is a 48-track, 96kHz audio

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DAW Recording
he FW-1804 provides an affordable way to add a high-quality audio/MIDI interface to any home studio. It has four high-quality microphone inputs, each with phantom power and insert jacks for connecting professional gear like condenser microphones. The FW-1804 records at up to 96kHz/24-bit resolution much better than CD quality so your tracks can capture every detail and nuance. In addition to the four mic/line inputs are an additional four line ins, eight channels of ADAT digital ins and outs and stereo S/PDIF digital I/O, so youll be ready to expand your studio in the future. Theres even a guitar input, right on the front panel where it belongs, so you can plug in your favorite axe whenever youre inspired. The FW-1804 is perfect for studios that already have a control surface like TASCAMs awesome 24-fader US-2400 or in studios where theres sim-

Microphones

Mic Inputs 1-2

Monitors

Monitor Outs

FireWire USB

Computer (Mac or PC)

US-2400 Fader Controller

ply no more room for gear. Just install it in your equipment rack and start tracking your spouse might not even notice.

Live Recording

ith the portable, rackable FW-1804 and a laptop, you have everything you need to take your studio on the road. Whether you want to sell CDs at your next gig, upload an MP3 of the show to your website or use the recording to audition for a bigger club gig, recording your live show can be the key to bigger and better things for your band. The FW-1804 has four microphone inputs, so you can set your own mics onstage and in the audience. Four additional line ins are perfect for amp direct out jacks, guitar amp modelers or the line outs from a board feed. Insert jacks allow you to patch in a compressor/limiter, so that the recording doesnt distort when things get too loud. It has ADAT inputs so that you can get a perfect digital feed in clubs using a digital console. Theres even a loud headphone amp for monitoring the recording during the show.
A dedicated S/PDIF digital output can be connected to a CD burner like our CD-RW750 if you dont have one on your laptop. Work quickly enough and you might be able to sell CDs of that nights show before your audience catches a cab.

Stereo Compressor

PA Mixer

Insert 1-2

Mic Inputs 1-4

Line Ins 5-6

Laptop Computer (Mac or PC)

FireWire

Headphones

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Pro & Project Studios
or studios that prefer to use a mixing console, like TASCAMs DM-24, the FW-1804 forms a bridge between your mixer and computer workstation software. The analog and digital inputs of the FW-1804 allow you to record up to 18 simultaneous channels to your computer DAW for later mixdown. Paired with the DM-24, this is perfect for applications that need lots of microphone inputs and individual cue mixes. The DM-24 can even control your DAW during mixdown using HUI emulation. The FW-1804s S/PDIF digital output is bussed to TASCAMs CD-RW750 CD recorder in this application. This allows you to mix in the computer and record to CD, useful in pro studios where time is charged by the hour. The word clock in and out on the FW-1804 is a lifesaver in big studios where several digital components are connected together, and the front panel indicators show you sample rate and clock info to help you keep everything running smoothly.

Line Inputs/ Outputs

DM-24 Digital Console

ADAT I/O

S/PDIF I/O

CD-RW750 CD Recorder

MIDI Sequencing
ith four MIDI outputs, eight line ins, digital I/O and word clock connections, the FW-1804 makes a great central nervous system for big MIDI studios. Since it uses high-bandwidth FireWire to connect to a computer, the FW-1804 can record or mix enough audio and MIDI channels for the biggest synth productions. The rear panel of the FW-1804 has eight balanced analog line inputs for getting all of your synths and modules into your DAW for mixing. Theres also 24-bit ADAT and S/PDIF digital inputs for digital sources like a PC running GigaStudio 3. Two MIDI ins and four MIDI outs provide up to 64 channels of MIDI information to your synths and modules. The FW-1804s audio and MIDI drivers are industry standards recognized by most sequencers, like Digital Performer, Logic, Sonar and Cubase LE. It has three interface modes Computer, Interface or Both which allow it to be used as a stand-alone
line mixer even with no computer attached. This allows you to submix synth tracks without taxing your computers CPU, freeing it up for more plugins and soft synths.
Line Ins 1-8 MIDI I/O FireWire ADAT In

Synthesizer Synthesizer

GigaStudio Computer

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FW-1804 Connections
(4) Balanced XLR / W" TRS Mic / Line inputs (4) W" TRS Analog Inserts (Channels 1 - 4) (4) W" TRS Line Inputs (2) W" TRS Control Room Outputs W" TRS Headphone Output RCA S/PDIF Digital Input and Output
Toslink ADAT Digital Input and Output BNC Word Clock Input and Output (2) MIDI Inputs (4) MIDI Outputs (2) FireWire connectors (In/Thru) W" Footswitch Input (2) IEEE-1394 FireWire jacks
FW-1804 Bundled Free Software
The following free software is included with the FW-1804: Cubase LE 48 audio tracks and 64 MIDI tracks 96kHz / 24-bit resolution Supports VST FX and instruments Sophisticated MIDI track editing Loop slice, stretch, groove and tempo analysis Upgrade path to Cubase SX GigaStudio 3 LE 64-voice polyphony 16-channel multitimbral MIDI ReWire and VST plug-in support Includes MegaPiano piano library Compatible with all GigaStudio libraries Nomad Factory Demo Version Blue Tubes Bundle, Rock Amp Legends and Liquid Bundle plug-in demo install One free delay plug-in permanent install
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