» CD-160 MK# Compact Disc Player OWNER'S MANUAL D00945120A
IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 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 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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1 Read these instructions. • Do not expose this apparatus to drips or splashes. 2 Keep these instructions. • Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus. 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.
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. CAUTION The label required in this regulation is shown at 1.
Contents 1 − Introduction................................6 Supplied accessories............................ 6 Rack-mounting the unit...................... 6 About this manual............................... 6 Precautions and notes for placement and use.......................... 7 Beware of condensation................................7 Never use a stabilizer or printable discs................................................7 About discs........................................... 8 Handling of compact discs..
1 − Introduction Thank you for your purchase of the TASCAM CD-160MKII Compact Disc Player. safe place for future reference. Before connecting and using the unit, please take time to read this manual thoroughly to ensure you understand how to properly set up and connect the unit, as well as the operation of its many useful and convenient functions.
1 − Introduction Precautions and notes for placement and use The CD-160MKII may be used in most areas, but to maintain top performance, and prolong operating life, observe the following notes, precautions and environmental conditions: • • • Avoid exposing it to extremes of temperature and humidity and avoid mechanical shocks and vibration. • Keep the unit away from strong magnetic fields (TV sets, computer monitors, large electric motors, etc.).
1 − Introduction About discs • Conventional audio CDs bearing the COMPACT DISC DIGITAL AUDIO logo on the label: • Properly finalized CD-R and CD-RW discs. NOTE • Depending on the quality of the disc and/or the condition of the recording, some CD-R/CD-RW discs may not be playable. • Copy-protected discs and other discs that do not conform to the CD standard may not play back correctly in this player.
1 − Introduction Use of the remote control unit • Do not expose the infrared receiver (light receptive area on the front panel) to direct sunlight or intense light for extended periods of time. Long exposure to this light may result in failure of the remote control sensor. other devices that are turned on could be operated by its signal. • If the range of remote operation becomes smaller, or commands do not always function properly, the batteries have become weak and should be replaced.
2 − Features of the CD-160MKII Front panel and RC-162C remote control unit 1 7 8 9 RC-162C remote control unit 2 34 0 q w e 5 6 r 7� PHONES jack and knob For private listening, insert the headphones plug into this jack, and adjust the volume by turning the level knob. 8� PITCH CONTROL switch and knob Use this switch to turn the pitch control function on or off. When the function is on, the LED will light. Adjust the amount by turning the knob.
2 − Features of the CD-160MKII Rear panel 1 2 3 4 5 1 ANALOG OUTPUT L,R jacks (UNBALANCED) Analog 2-channel audio signal is output from this jack. 2 DIGITAL COAXIAL OUTPUT jack This RCA jack output SPDIF digital audio data to the amplifier. 3 DIGITAL OPTICAL OUTPUT jack This compatible connector output S/PDIF digital audio data to the amplifier. 4 VOLTAGE SELECTOR Switches the voltage to either 230 V or 120 V. NOTE • The voltage selector is only available on units for North American market.
2 − Features of the CD-160MKII Display 12 34 8 1 SEARCH / SEARCH ALBUM When the Search function is on, SEARCH or SEARCH ALBUM is lit according to the selected mode. 2 SHUFFLE SHUFFLE is lit when this function is on. 3 REPEAT display When the Repeat function is on, the display shows the repeat playback mode currently selected. 4 INTRO INTRO is lit when this function is on. 5 MEMORY MEMORY is lit when Program playback is on. 6 ESP display (ESP) is lit when ESP (Electric Shock Protection) is on.
3 − Disc operations MP3 files and directories CDs containing MP3 files can be played by the CD-160MKII with the following limitations on the number of files and directories. Maximum number of directories: 200 Maximum number of MP3 files: 500 File format: MPEG 1/2/2.5 Layer2/3(ISO/IEC 11172-3, ISO/IEC 13818-3.2) Bit rate: 128kbps to 320kbps Sampling frequency: 32 kHz/44.
3 − Disc operations Listening to CD/MP3 (1) 3 1 When a CD is loaded: 2 4 total tracks 5 1. Press the POWER switch to turn the unit on. 2. Press the OPEN/CLOSE key. When a MP3 disc is loaded: total number of folders total tracks 5. 3. total playing time Press the PLAY/READY key (Á/π) to start playback. Place a disc on the tray with the printed label face up. Playback starts from the first track of the disc. When the playback of all the tracks has finished, the unit stops automatically.
3 − Disc operations Listening to CD/MP3 (2) To suspend playback temporarily (pause mode) ª edly until the track you want to listen to is found. Press the Play/Pause key (¥/π) to start playback from the selected track. During playback, when the  key is pressed, the track being played will be played from the beginning. To return to the beginning of the previous track, press the  key twice. During programmed playback, the next or previous track in the program is played.
3 − Disc operations ª Listening through headphones ª To display the MP3 information WARNING • Always lower the volume level prior to plugging in your headphones. TO AVOID DAMAGING YOUR HEARING. Do not place your headphones on your head until after you have plugged them in. For private listening, insert the plug from your headphones into the PHONES jack, and adjust the volume by turning the LEVEL knob. During playback of MP3 disc, press the MP3 key for more than 1 second.
3 − Disc operations Programmed Playback Up to 64 tracks can be programmed in the desired order. • Skip this step when playing a CD. Shuffle function doesn’t work during programmed playback. 3. 1. Press the PROGRAM key in the stop mode. Press the numeric keys (or press the skip key (Â or ¯) repeatedly) to select a track, then press the PROGRAM key. CD MP3 The MEMORY indicator appears on the display. • To cancel the program mode, press the STOP key (ª). 2.
3 − Disc operations ª To check the programmed order ª To overwrite the program In the stop mode, press the PROGRAM key repeatedly until the program number to be changed appears on the display. Select a new track number using the numeric keys or the skip key (Â or ¯) and then press the PROGRAM key. ª To clear program In the stop mode, press the PROGRAM key repeatedly. The track number and program number will be shown on the display.
3 − Disc operations Repeat Playback ª Repeat one track (REPEAT) Press the REPEAT key once during playback. REPEAT lights. The track being played will be played repeatedly. If you press the skip key (Â or ¯) and select another track, the track you selected will be played repeatedly. Every time the REPEAT key is pressed, the mode is changed as follows: It is also possible to select a track to be repeated in the stop mode.
3 − Disc operations Search Mode (MP3 only) Search for a name of track You can select the track by searching for its name. 4. Select the track that has same initial letter by pressing the skip key (Â or ¯). 5. Press the PLAY/READY key (¥/π). 1. Press the MP3 key once. An alphabet (initial letter of a track name) and a track name are displayed. Track name Track number Playback starts from the selected track. Initial letter of track name • To cancel the search mode, press the STOP key (ª). 2.
3 − Disc operations Search for a track in a folder 1. Press the MP3 key twice. 4. Select the track in the folder by pressing the skip key (Â or ¯). 5. Press the PLAY/READY key (¥/π) to start playback. The name of folder is displayed. 2. Press the skip key (Â or ¯) to find the folder that the track you want to listen to is included. Playback starts from the selected track. • If you skip steps 3 and 4, playback will start from the first track in the selected folder.
4 − Reference and specifications Troubleshooting If you have problems with your system, look through this chart and see if you can solve the problem yourself before calling your dealer or TEAC service center. ª Will not play. e Load a disc with the playback side facing down. e If the disc is dirty, clean the surface of the disc. ª No power e Check the connection to the AC power supply. Check and make sure the AC source is not a switched outlet and that, if it is, the switch is turned on.
4 − Reference and specifications Specifications CD Player Pickup Digital filter Frequency Response Total Harmonic Distortion Signal-to-Noise Ratio (S/N) Output 3-beam, semiconductor laser 8-times oversampling 20 Hz - 20 kHz ±2dB Less than 0.03 % (1 kHz, ESP off) More than 83 dB (IHF-A, ESP off) Analog: Nominal output level -10 dBV Maximum output level +6 dBV ±2dB Digital: Coaxial / IEC-60958-3 (S/PDIF) Optical / IEC-60958-3 (S/PDIF) General Power Requirement AC 120 V, 60 Hz (U.S.A.
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