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...this equipment. ª CAUTIONS ABOUT LASER RADIATION This product has been designed and manufactured according to the presence of the FCC Rules. MD drive optical pickup: Type : HPM-312S Manufacturer : SHARP CORPORATION Laser output : Playback 0.6 mW Recording: According to TOC information. ...during operation because invisible laser radiation emitted inside of this product is completely confined in the protective housings. 2 TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII The labels required in this regulation are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is...
...this equipment. ª CAUTIONS ABOUT LASER RADIATION This product has been designed and manufactured according to the presence of the FCC Rules. MD drive optical pickup: Type : HPM-312S Manufacturer : SHARP CORPORATION Laser output : Playback 0.6 mW Recording: According to TOC information. ...during operation because invisible laser radiation emitted inside of this product is completely confined in the protective housings. 2 TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII The labels required in this regulation are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is...
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... provided plug does not fit into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII 3
... provided plug does not fit into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped. TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII 3
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... appliance has a serial number located on : 1.63Arms 2. NOTE • Leave 1U of space above the unit for ventilation. Model number Serial number Pb, Hg, Cd 4 TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in ) at the rear of separately from household waste. After a supply interruption of 5s : 1.58Arms Disposal...
... appliance has a serial number located on : 1.63Arms 2. NOTE • Leave 1U of space above the unit for ventilation. Model number Serial number Pb, Hg, Cd 4 TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in ) at the rear of separately from household waste. After a supply interruption of 5s : 1.58Arms Disposal...
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... them . If this should happen, wash it out thoroughly with insulation tape or something like that to use the unit for a long time. For China TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII 5 The batteries could short, causing leak, rupture or other batteries or metallic objects. • When throwing used batteries away, follow the disposal instructions indicated on...
... them . If this should happen, wash it out thoroughly with insulation tape or something like that to use the unit for a long time. For China TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII 5 The batteries could short, causing leak, rupture or other batteries or metallic objects. • When throwing used batteries away, follow the disposal instructions indicated on...
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...32 Fade-in and fade-out 32 Output volume 33 MP3 and WAV file directory playback 33 Directory playback setting 33 Setting MP3 ACTION 33 MD group playback 34 Group playback setting 34 8 - Dubbing from an external source..36 Basic recording 36 Recording cautions 37 Update (Move up...16 Display 17 Rear Panel 18 Remote Control Unit 19 CD Operation Section 20 MD Operation Section 21 5 - CD and MD Playback 26 Discs for playback 26 Playback modes 26 Basic playback operation 26 6 TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII About the monitor 27 Using headphones 27 COMMON output 27 Display master and ...
...32 Fade-in and fade-out 32 Output volume 33 MP3 and WAV file directory playback 33 Directory playback setting 33 Setting MP3 ACTION 33 MD group playback 34 Group playback setting 34 8 - Dubbing from an external source..36 Basic recording 36 Recording cautions 37 Update (Move up...16 Display 17 Rear Panel 18 Remote Control Unit 19 CD Operation Section 20 MD Operation Section 21 5 - CD and MD Playback 26 Discs for playback 26 Playback modes 26 Basic playback operation 26 6 TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII About the monitor 27 Using headphones 27 COMMON output 27 Display master and ...
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... operations 46 Direct track operation 47 13 - Specifications 53 MD deck 53 CD deck 53 Input ratings (MD inputs 53 Output ratings 53 Control I/O 54 Audio performance 54 General 54 Dimensional drawing 54 TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII 7 Data settings/Service Data 49 Data communication settings 49 ...recording 37 Fade-in and fade-out recording 38 Prerecording (Time Machine recording 38 Overwrite recording 38 Sync recording 39 Checking remaining MD time 39 10 - Locking the panel operations 48 Locking the entire panel 48 Locking individual decks 48 14 - Messages and Troubleshooting...
... operations 46 Direct track operation 47 13 - Specifications 53 MD deck 53 CD deck 53 Input ratings (MD inputs 53 Output ratings 53 Control I/O 54 Audio performance 54 General 54 Dimensional drawing 54 TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII 7 Data settings/Service Data 49 Data communication settings 49 ...recording 37 Fade-in and fade-out recording 38 Prerecording (Time Machine recording 38 Overwrite recording 38 Sync recording 39 Checking remaining MD time 39 10 - Locking the panel operations 48 Locking the entire panel 48 Locking individual decks 48 14 - Messages and Troubleshooting...
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...; Auto cue function - Normal, Single, Program (up to 99 tracks for CD/25 tracks for MD), Random, and A to B 8 TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII • Equipped with a digital volume control for erasing discs/tracks, dividing/combining/ moving tracks, and editing titles (MD only) • Compatible with a range of its many useful and convenient functions. The track and...
...; Auto cue function - Normal, Single, Program (up to 99 tracks for CD/25 tracks for MD), Random, and A to B 8 TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII • Equipped with a digital volume control for erasing discs/tracks, dividing/combining/ moving tracks, and editing titles (MD only) • Compatible with a range of its many useful and convenient functions. The track and...
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1 - Introduction Included items The included items are not supplied for Taiwan. Trademarks • TASCAM is a trademark of actions in the U.S. If you are intended only as "MD." • The names of any use of such data and/or information shall be free from the copyright ... The batteries are listed below when needed: TIP Useful hints when using the recorder. and other extremely hot places • Extremely cold places TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII 9 Any data, including, but not limited to direct sunlight • Near heaters or other countries. • US and foreign patents licensed...
1 - Introduction Included items The included items are not supplied for Taiwan. Trademarks • TASCAM is a trademark of actions in the U.S. If you are intended only as "MD." • The names of any use of such data and/or information shall be free from the copyright ... The batteries are listed below when needed: TIP Useful hints when using the recorder. and other extremely hot places • Extremely cold places TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII 9 Any data, including, but not limited to direct sunlight • Near heaters or other countries. • US and foreign patents licensed...
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... clean state. • Do not use any record spray, anti-static solutions, benzene, paint thinner or other chemical agents to 10 TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII clean CDs as they could damage the delicate playing surface. Using stabilizers with a soft dry cloth from its case. • Do ..., wipe gently with this player will damage the mechanism and cause it carefully by a technician. • Never use , always return an MD to a sudden temperature change, condensation could damage the surface. Avoid using noncircular promotional, etc. Handling of the cartridge could stick to malfunction....
... clean state. • Do not use any record spray, anti-static solutions, benzene, paint thinner or other chemical agents to 10 TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII clean CDs as they could damage the delicate playing surface. Using stabilizers with a soft dry cloth from its case. • Do ..., wipe gently with this player will damage the mechanism and cause it carefully by a technician. • Never use , always return an MD to a sudden temperature change, condensation could damage the surface. Avoid using noncircular promotional, etc. Handling of the cartridge could stick to malfunction....
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Introduction TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII 11 This is overwritten when the disc is recorded in something called the User Table of Contents (U-TOC). About the User Table of each track, and other data are recorded. 1 - U-TO C Music data Track order, start/end time of Contents (U-TOC) Recorded tracks on a recordable MD can be edited. Information about recorded tracks, including their starting and ending addresses and titles, is edited.
Introduction TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII 11 This is overwritten when the disc is recorded in something called the User Table of Contents (U-TOC). About the User Table of each track, and other data are recorded. 1 - U-TO C Music data Track order, start/end time of Contents (U-TOC) Recorded tracks on a recordable MD can be edited. Information about recorded tracks, including their starting and ending addresses and titles, is edited.
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... are not supplied for additional precautions. 15˚ 15˚ Operation distance Directly in front: Within 7 meters 15˚ left or right: Within 7 meters 12 TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII Remote Control Unit Preparation of Remote Control Unit Inserting batteries 1 Open the cover on the battery labels when using batteries Misuse of this manual for...
... are not supplied for additional precautions. 15˚ 15˚ Operation distance Directly in front: Within 7 meters 15˚ left or right: Within 7 meters 12 TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII Remote Control Unit Preparation of Remote Control Unit Inserting batteries 1 Open the cover on the battery labels when using batteries Misuse of this manual for...
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... a separately sold balanced analog input/output board (TASCAM LA-MC1). • Connection cables are input terminals for the MD deck recording source and terminals for the output signals of the CD menu under the "COMMON?" NOTE The MD-CD1MKIII features a sampling rate converter, which enables you ...• Do not bundle the line level sound signal cables with the power or speaker cords as a COMMON output for both . TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII 13 Selection of either deck's output signals can be performed on the specified power voltage only. Power source This unit has been designed...
... a separately sold balanced analog input/output board (TASCAM LA-MC1). • Connection cables are input terminals for the MD deck recording source and terminals for the output signals of the CD menu under the "COMMON?" NOTE The MD-CD1MKIII features a sampling rate converter, which enables you ...• Do not bundle the line level sound signal cables with the power or speaker cords as a COMMON output for both . TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII 13 Selection of either deck's output signals can be performed on the specified power voltage only. Power source This unit has been designed...
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...ENTER button Functions as the MULTI JOG dial when rotated, and as the YES button) Title input mode: confirmation of selected characters 14 TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII 5 Yes button Menu mode: confirmation of menu options and confirmation of settings and editing on and off , the time mode is required.... mode: selection of recorded tracks Menu mode: selection of menu options and their settings MD Edit mode: selection of other trouble. 2 Remote signal sensor Receives signals from the supplied wireless remote control (TASCAM RC-MC1). q Display button Used to "Time display switching" on the menu (works...
...ENTER button Functions as the MULTI JOG dial when rotated, and as the YES button) Title input mode: confirmation of selected characters 14 TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII 5 Yes button Menu mode: confirmation of menu options and confirmation of settings and editing on and off , the time mode is required.... mode: selection of recorded tracks Menu mode: selection of menu options and their settings MD Edit mode: selection of other trouble. 2 Remote signal sensor Receives signals from the supplied wireless remote control (TASCAM RC-MC1). q Display button Used to "Time display switching" on the menu (works...
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...CD indicator will begin flashing. NOTE • If the CD MENU button is pressed when the display master is MD, the MD indicator stays lit, while the CD indicator flashes. • If the CD MENU button is pressed when the...170;) button During CD playback, press this button is pressed during dubbing standby mode, the CD deck starts playback, the MD deck starts recording, and dubbing begins. When this button to open or close the CD tray. s READY (π) button... (Á) button Press this button is pressed once, the beginning of Parts e r ty u i f g h j kl ; TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII 15
...CD indicator will begin flashing. NOTE • If the CD MENU button is pressed when the display master is MD, the MD indicator stays lit, while the CD indicator flashes. • If the CD MENU button is pressed when the...170;) button During CD playback, press this button is pressed during dubbing standby mode, the CD deck starts playback, the MD deck starts recording, and dubbing begins. When this button to open or close the CD tray. s READY (π) button... (Á) button Press this button is pressed once, the beginning of Parts e r ty u i f g h j kl ; TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII 15
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...STOP (ª) button Press this terminal to skip back a track or for cue playback (search). The source changes in the direction of the MD-CD1MKIII with the keyboard. The left . if it is used to enable certain operations of the arrow. With the label side up, insert in ... the right. During playback, if this button to MD" on the display. v PLAY (Á) button Press this button is pressed once, the beginning of Parts MD Operation f MD MENU button This turns the MD Menu mode on page 46.) 16 TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII Names and Functions of the current track is retained....
...STOP (ª) button Press this terminal to skip back a track or for cue playback (search). The source changes in the direction of the MD-CD1MKIII with the keyboard. The left . if it is used to enable certain operations of the arrow. With the label side up, insert in ... the right. During playback, if this button to MD" on the display. v PLAY (Á) button Press this button is pressed once, the beginning of Parts MD Operation f MD MENU button This turns the MD Menu mode on page 46.) 16 TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII Names and Functions of the current track is retained....
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...I OP A S DF G This display shows various types of Parts Display E Q W T U R Y I PROGRAM This lights when the display master deck is on . ^ A. TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII 17 MD recording mode display (LP2, LP4, MONO) This indicates the recording mode of Contents) data has not been recorded, this lights up . During...deck's Repeat function is on . READY This lights when the display master deck's Auto Ready function is on. E OPTICAL This lights when the MD input source is lit. O Á This lights when the display master deck is in program playback mode. 4 - If the disc was ...
...I OP A S DF G This display shows various types of Parts Display E Q W T U R Y I PROGRAM This lights when the display master deck is on . ^ A. TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII 17 MD recording mode display (LP2, LP4, MONO) This indicates the recording mode of Contents) data has not been recorded, this lights up . During...deck's Repeat function is on . READY This lights when the display master deck's Auto Ready function is on. E OPTICAL This lights when the MD input source is lit. O Á This lights when the display master deck is in program playback mode. 4 - If the disc was ...
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... DISC lights up when the display master is the CD deck and the Directory playback mode is on, or when the display master is the MD deck and the group playback mode is on . TRACK is on. J DIGITAL OUTPUTS - CD (coaxial) Terminals These are output through their respective... mode. L ANALOG OUTPUTS - 4 - Names and Functions of both decks, the output signal depends on the SYSTEM menu. 18 TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII CD: Outputs the CD deck signal. : DIGITAL INPUT MD (optical) Termainal This is output. GROUP lights up when the display master deck has a disc loaded and is less than the...
... DISC lights up when the display master is the CD deck and the Directory playback mode is on, or when the display master is the MD deck and the group playback mode is on . TRACK is on. J DIGITAL OUTPUTS - CD (coaxial) Terminals These are output through their respective... mode. L ANALOG OUTPUTS - 4 - Names and Functions of both decks, the output signal depends on the SYSTEM menu. 18 TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII CD: Outputs the CD deck signal. : DIGITAL INPUT MD (optical) Termainal This is output. GROUP lights up when the display master deck has a disc loaded and is less than the...
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...a specified track)" on page 27. 2 Number buttons (0 - 9) These are shared operation buttons. 3 and subsequent buttons control the deck selected usign CD/MD selector 1 as "Number buttons." 3 P. Refer to "Display master and remote master settings" on page 28. Characters that can only be performed for the ...to select track numbers and for the deck selected as the remote control master. • While these buttons can be operated for time search. TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII 19 During selection, the playback mode is turned off . When it is retained. Refer to "A to "Auto cue" on and off ,...
...a specified track)" on page 27. 2 Number buttons (0 - 9) These are shared operation buttons. 3 and subsequent buttons control the deck selected usign CD/MD selector 1 as "Number buttons." 3 P. Refer to "Display master and remote master settings" on page 28. Characters that can only be performed for the ...to select track numbers and for the deck selected as the remote control master. • While these buttons can be operated for time search. TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII 19 During selection, the playback mode is turned off . When it is retained. Refer to "A to "Auto cue" on and off ,...
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... the side which is turned off . button During Menu Mode, this button is used to the start of the unit. 20 TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII When pressed during MD recording, the recorded sound will change the current display master setting. When a data CD is in the reverse direction for selection....button During playback or playback standby, press this button continuously for review playback (search). Refer to skip at high speed. Also, if the CD/MD Selector is set . When it continuously to "Pitch control" on /off setting is on, the musical key of the unit. Key change ...
... the side which is turned off . button During Menu Mode, this button is used to the start of the unit. 20 TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII When pressed during MD recording, the recorded sound will change the current display master setting. When a data CD is in the reverse direction for selection....button During playback or playback standby, press this button continuously for review playback (search). Refer to skip at high speed. Also, if the CD/MD Selector is set . When it continuously to "Pitch control" on /off setting is on, the musical key of the unit. Key change ...
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... indicator in the left direction. . OFF, -**dB or Time can be chosen (forward direction). This button always functions, regardless of Parts MD Operation Section l EDIT button During normal operation, Menu mode and Title Input mode, press this button is pressed, groups can be selected.... signal level. SKIP ¯ button During normal playback, use this button to skip to "Input source selection" on page 44. TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII 21 Refer to the start of the next track. During playback, press this button to skip through tracks backwards, or press it continuously...
... indicator in the left direction. . OFF, -**dB or Time can be chosen (forward direction). This button always functions, regardless of Parts MD Operation Section l EDIT button During normal operation, Menu mode and Title Input mode, press this button is pressed, groups can be selected.... signal level. SKIP ¯ button During normal playback, use this button to skip to "Input source selection" on page 44. TASCAM MD-CD1MKIII 21 Refer to the start of the next track. During playback, press this button to skip through tracks backwards, or press it continuously...
