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D00945120A

CD-160 MK#
Compact Disc Player
OWNER'S MANUAL
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.
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.

This appliance has a serial number

located on the rear panel. Please record WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK
the model number and serial number and
retain them for your records.
Model number
HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
Serial number APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

For U.S.A.
For the customers in Europe
TO THE USER
WARNING
This equipment has been tested and found to comply This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment,
with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to this product may cause radio interference in which
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed case the user may be required to take adequate
to provide reasonable protection against harmful measures.
interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. This equipment generates, Pour les utilisateurs en Europe
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the AVERTISSEMENT
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to I l s ' a g i t d ' u n p ro d u i t d e C l a s s e A . D a n s u n
radio communications. environnement domestique, cet appareil peut
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is provoquer des interférences radio, dans ce cas
likely to cause harmful interference in which case the l'utilisateur peut être amené à prendre des mesures
user will be required to correct the interference at his appropriées.
own expense.
Für Kunden in Europa
CAUTION Warnung
Changes or modifications to this equipment not Dies ist eine Einrichtung, welche die Funk-Entstörung
expressly approved by TEAC CORPORATION for nach Klasse A besitzt. Diese Einrichtung kann im
compliance could void the user's authority to operate Wohnbereich Funkstörungen versursachen; in
this equipment. diesem Fall kann vom Betrieber verlang werden,
angemessene Maßnahmen durchzuführen und dafür
aufzukommen.

CE Marking Information
a) Applicable electromagnetic environment: E4
b) Peak inrush current: 0.6 A

In North America use only on 120V supply.

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 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.
• Do not install this apparatus in a confined space such
4 Follow all instructions. as a book case or similar unit.
• The apparatus draws nominal non-operating power
5 Do not use this apparatus near water.
from the AC outlet with its POWER switch in the off
6 Clean only with dry cloth. position.
• The apparatus should be located close enough to the
7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. AC outlet so that you can easily grasp the power cord
plug at any time.
8 Do not install near any heat sources such as • An apparatus with Class I construction shall be con-
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
nected to an AC outlet with a protective grounding
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
connection.
9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or • Batteries (battery pack or batteries installed) should
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine,
with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug fire or the like.
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.

TASCAM CD-160MKll 
 Safety Information
This product has been designed and manufactured CAUTION
according to FDA regulations “title 21, CFR, chapter 1,
• DO NOT REMOVE THE PROTECTIVE HOUSING
subchapter J, based on the Radiation Control for Health
USING A SCREWDRIVER.
and Safety Act of 1968,” and is classified as a class 1
laser product. There is no hazardous invisible laser radia- • USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR
tion during operation because invisible laser radiation PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN
emitted inside of this product is completely confined in THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN
the protective housings. HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.
The label required in this regulation is shown at 1. • IF THIS PRODUCT DE VELOPS TROUBLE,
CONTACT YOUR NEAREST QUALIFIED SERVICE
PERSONNEL, AND DO NOT USE THE PRODUCT
IN ITS DAMAGED STATE.

DTA

Optical pickup:
Type : KSS-213CL
Manufacturer : SONY Corporation
Laser output : Less than 0.4 mW on the objective
lens
Wavelength : 760 to 800 nm

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 Contents
1 − Introduction................................6 Repeat Playback................................. 19
Repeat one track (REPEAT)............................19
Supplied accessories............................ 6 Repeat all the tracks (REPEAT ALL)..............19
Rack-mounting the unit...................... 6 Repeat all the tracks in the folder
(REPEAT ALBUM) (MP3 only)................... 19
About this manual............................... 6
Shuffle Playback................................ 19
Precautions and notes for
placement and use.......................... 6 Intro Check......................................... 19
Beware of condensation................................7 Search Mode (MP3 only)................... 20
Never use a stabilizer or Search for a name of track..........................20
printable discs................................................7 Search for a track in a folder......................21
About discs........................................... 7
Handling of compact discs...........................8
4 − Reference and
specifications...........................22
Use of the remote control unit........... 8
Batteries..........................................................9 Troubleshooting................................ 22
Inserting batteries...........................................9 No power....................................................... 22
Connections......................................... 9 Remote control doesn’t work...................... 22
No sound........................................................ 22
2 − Features of the Will not play.................................................. 22
CD-160MKII...............................10 Sound skips................................................... 22
Maintenance..................................................22
Front panel and RC-162C
Specifications..................................... 23
remote control unit....................... 10
Dimensions......................................... 23
Rear panel.......................................... 11
Display................................................ 12

3 − Disc operations.........................13
MP3 files and directories.................. 13
Listening to CD/MP3 (1)..................... 14
To suspend playback temporarily
(pause mode)............................................15
To stop playbacks...........................................15
Search for a part of a track...........................15
To skip to the next or a previous track........15
Direct Playback...............................................15
Pitch control...................................................15
Listening to CD/MP3 (2)..................... 15
Listening through headphones....................16
To display the MP3 information...................16
Skip to the next folder (MP3).......................16
Programmed Playback....................... 17
To check the programmed order..................18
To add a track to the end of
the program..............................................18
To overwrite the program.............................18
To clear program............................................18

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TASCAM
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 1 − Introduction
Thank you for your purchase of the TASCAM After you have finished reading this manual, please keep it
CD-160MKII Compact Disc Player. in a 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.

Supplied accessories
In addition to this manual, the CD-160MKII has been Contact your TASCAM supplier if any of these items are missing.
packed with the following:
• RC-162C remote control unit...........................................1
• A rack-mounting screw kit (screws and washers)...........1
• AAA batteries for the remote control unit......................2
• A waranty card.................................................................1

Rack-mounting the unit

If you are mounting the unit in a rack, leave 1U of space
above it and 4 inch (10 cm) or more of space at the rear.
Use the rack-mounting kit to mount the unit in a standard
19-inch equipment rack, as shown in this section. Remove
the feet of the unit before mounting.

About this manual

In this manual, we use the following conventions:
• The names of keys and controls are given in the follow-
ing typeface: PROGRAM.
• When the alphanumeric portion of the display shows a
message, this is shown in the following typeface: NONE.
• If a preset indicator in the display (i.e. one which cannot
change) is shown, this is shown as follows: EPS.

Precautions and notes for placement and use

The CD-160MKII may be used in most areas, but to main- • Relative humidity should be 30 to 90 percent.
tain top performance, and prolong operating life, observe the • As the unit may become hot during operation, always
following notes, precautions and environmental conditions: leave sufficient space above the unit for ventilation. Do
• Avoid exposing it to extremes of temperature and not install this unit in a confined space such as a book-
humidity and avoid mechanical shocks and vibration. case, and do not put anything on top of the unit.
• Keep the unit away from strong magnetic fields (TV • Avoid installing this unit on top of any heat-generating
sets, computer monitors, large electric motors, etc.). electrical device such as a power amplifier.
• Make sure that the unit is mounted in a level position for
• The nominal temperature should be between 5°C and
correct operation.
35°C (41°F and 95°F).

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 1 − Introduction
• Do not open the sealed cabinet as this might result in to match your local supply. If you are in any doubt in
damage to the circuitry or electrical shocks. If a foreign this matter, consult an electrician.
object should get inside the unit, contact your supplier
or service agency.
NOTE
• When removing the power plug from the wall outlet, When transporting the unit, always use the origi-
always pull directory on the plug, never yank the cord. nal packing materials. For this reason, we strongly
• To keep the laser pickup clean, do not touch it and recommend that you save all the packing materials
always close the disc tray. that came with the CD-160MKII, in case you need to
transport it in the future.
• As the disc rotates at high speed during playback, do not
lift or move the unit. Doing so may damage the disc or In addition, when transporting the unit, you should
the laser assembly. tape the disc tray closed, using an adhesive tape
that will not spoil the finish of the unit.
• The voltage selector on the rear panel is only available
on units for the North American market. Please set this

Beware of condensation
If the unit (or a compact disc) is moved from a cold to a ation impossible. To prevent this, or if this occurs, let the
warm place, or used after a sudden temperature change, player sit for one or two hours at the new room temperature
there is a danger of condensation; vapor in the air could before using.
condense on the internal mechanism, making correct oper-

Never use a stabilizer or printable discs

Using commercially available CD stabilizers or printable NOTE
recordable discs with this player will damage the mecha- Never use a disc that has had a stabilizer mounted to
nism and cause it to malfunction. it. The residual adhesive may cause the disc to stick
to the turntable of the CD-160MKll. If it sticks to the
turntable, you will need a technician to get it out.

About discs
• Conventional audio CDs bearing the COMPACT DISC Copy-protected discs and other discs that do not
DIGITAL AUDIO logo on the label: conform to the CD standard may not play back cor-
rectly in this player. If you use such discs in this unit,
TEAC Corporation and its subsidiaries cannot be
responsible for any consequences or guarantee the
quality of reproduction. If you experience problems
with such non-standard discs, you should contact
• Properly finalized CD-R and CD-RW discs. the producers of the disc.
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.

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 1 − Introduction
Handling of compact discs
The CD-160MKII has been designed for the playback • Do not insert discs that have adhesive remaining from
of CD-DA (standard audio) format discs and MP3 files tape or stickers that have been removed. If they are
recorded on the discs using the ISO9660 format: In addi- inserted into the player, they could stick to the internal
tion to ordinary 5-inch and 3-inch CDs. mechanism, requiring removal by a technician.
• Always place the compact discs in the trays with their • Do not use cracked discs.
label facing upward.
• Only use circular compact discs. Avoid using non-circu-
• To remove a disc from its case, press down on the center lar promotional, etc. discs.
of the disc holder, then lift the disc out, holding it care-
fully by the edges.

• The CD-160MKll cannot play unfinalized CD-R/RW discs.

• CD-R and CD-RW discs are sensitive to the effects of
heat and ultraviolet rays. It is important that they are not
• Do not use any record spray, anti-static solutions, ben-
stored in a location where direct sunlight will fall on
zene, paint thinner or other chemical agents to clean
them, and which is away from sources of heat such as
CDs as they could damage the delicate playing surface.
radiators or heat-generating electrical devices.
It may cause CDs to become unplayable.
• When labeling CD-R and CD-RW discs, always use a
• Discs should be returned to their cases after use to avoid
soft oil-based felt-tipped pen to write the information.
dirt as well as serious scratches that could cause the
Never use a ball-point or hard-tipped pen, as this may
laser pickup to “skip.”
cause damage to the recorded side.
• Avoid getting fingerprints on the signal side (the non-
• If you are in any doubt as to the care and handling of a
label side). Grime and dust may cause skipping, so keep
CD-R and CD-RW discs, read the precautions supplied
discs clean and store them in their cases when not being
with the disc, or contact the disc manufacturer directly.
played. To clean the signal side of a disc, wipe gently with
a soft dry cloth from the center towards the outside edge. • Music discs with copy control, a copy-protection sys-
tem, have been released form several record companies
in an attempt to protect the copyright. Since some of
these discs do not comply with the CD specifications,
they may not be playable on the CD-160MKII.

• Keep discs away from direct sunlight, and places of

high heat and humidity. If left in such places, warping
could result.
• Do not affix any labels or stickers to the label side of the
disc and do not use any protective coating spray.

Use of the remote control unit

• Do not expose the infrared receiver (light receptive area other devices that are turned on could be operated by its
on the front panel) to direct sunlight or intense light for signal.
extended periods of time. Long exposure to this light
• If the range of remote operation becomes smaller, or
may result in failure of the remote control sensor.
commands do not always function properly, the batter-
• When the remote control will not be used over one ies have become weak and should be replaced. Always
month, please remove the batteries to prevent the pos- replace both batteries with new batteries of the same
sibility of battery acid leakage which could damage type.
the unit. Should leakage occur, remove and discard the
• Point the remote control to the remote sensor on the
batteries, and wipe the battery case thoroughly with a
main unit. Do not obstruct the path between the remote
cloth. Avoid getting the battery liquid on the skin. After
control and the remote sensor.
cleaning, replace with new batteries.
• The remote control functions by using an infrared light
signal. When using the unit to control the CD-160MKII,

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 1 − Introduction
Batteries
If batteries are used improperly, or if leakage or breakage ª Inserting batteries
occurs, the unit will not function.
1. Open the lid.
Please observe the cautions indicated on the batteries and
2. Confirm +/- polarity, and insert two AAA batteries.
their packaging to ensure proper usage.
3. Close the lid.
• Confirm + and – polarity and follow the indications
when inserting new batteries into the remote control.
• Do not use old and new batteries together.
• Even if the battery is the same size, the voltage may differ.
Do not use batteries of different specifications together.
• Do not attempt to recharge batteries that are non-
rechargeable.
• Do not open or disassemble batteries, throw them into a
fire or put them in water.

Connections
CAUTION NOTE
Turn off the power of all the equipment before Before making a recording with a recorder con-
making connections. nected to this unit's digital outputs, you need to
Read instructions of each component you intend to standby this unit in playback mode.
use with this unit. Be sure to connect the power cord to an AC outlet
Be sure to insert each plug securely. To prevent hum which supplies the correct voltage. Hold the power
and noise, do not bundle the connection cords with plug when plugging or unplugging the power cord.
the power cord. Never pull or yank on the power cord.
The Digital output on the CD-160MkII does not in-
Connect ANALOG OUTs (L,R) jacks to the input jack of
clude track increment data. Some recorders depend
the amplifier with a RCA cable. Make sure to connect:
on this information to automatically update track
white plug ∑ white jack (L: left channel) numbers while dubbing. If you need this function,
red plug ∑ red jack (R: right channel) please connect the CD-160MkII and the recording
Use an optical cable to output the signal from the DIGITAL device with the analog connections and use "level
OPTICAL OUT to the amplifier or recorder's input. detection" mode on the recorder to detect track
changes (please refer to the manual of the recorder
Use a RCA cable to output the signal from the DIGITAL for how to select this mode).
COAXIAL OUT to the amplifier or recorder's input.
After all other connections are complete, connect the plug
to the AC wall socket.
CD-160MK#

R L

ANALOG IN DIGITAL IN DIGITAL IN

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 2 − Features of the CD-160MKII
Front panel and RC-162C remote control unit
1 2 34 5 6

7 8 9 0 q w e r

RC-162C remote control unit 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.
9� Remote Sensor
t When operating the remote control unit, point it
towards here.
0 Display
e q SHUFFLE
y q Use this key for shuffle playback.
u w w REPEAT
Use this key for repeat playback.
r 5 e PROGRAM
6 Use this key to program tracks.
4
r MP3 FOLDER (§/¶)
During playback of a MP3 disc, use these keys to
select a folder in the disc.
t Numeric keys (remote control only)
Use these keys to select tracks.

1� POWER y ESP/MP3 (remote control only)

Press this switch to turn the unit on or off. During playback of a MP3 disc, use this key to search
track name. During playback of CD, use this key to
2� Disc tray
switch the ESP function on or off. The default setting
3� OPEN/CLOSE is off.
Use this key to open and close the disc tray.
u INTRO CHECK (remote control only)
4� PLAY/READY (¥/π) Use this key to start the Intro Check.
Use this key to start or pause playback of CD/MP3.
NOTE
5� STOP (ª) To simplify explanations, instructions in this manual
Use this key to stop playback of CD/MP3. refer to the names of the keys and controls on the
6� SEARCH (Ô/) / Â/¯ (SKIP) front panel only. Associated controls on the remote
Use these keys to skip tracks. Hold down these keys to control will also operate similarly.
search for a part of a track.

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 2 − Features of the CD-160MKII
Rear panel

1 2 3 4 5

1 ANALOG OUTPUT L,R jacks (UNBALANCED) 5 AC Power Cord

Analog 2-channel audio signal is output from this jack. After all other connections are complete, connect the
plug to the AC wall socket.
2 DIGITAL COAXIAL OUTPUT jack
This RCA jack output SPDIF digital audio data to
the amplifier.
NOTE
This unit cannot output the digital audio data when
Pitch Control is ON, and ESP is ON during playback
of a CD.

3 DIGITAL OPTICAL OUTPUT jack

This compatible connector output S/PDIF digital audio
data to the amplifier.
NOTE
This unit cannot output the digital audio data when
Pitch Control is ON, and also ESP is ON during play-
back of a CD.

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.

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 2 − Features of the CD-160MKII
Display

12 34 5 6 7

8 9

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.
7 DISC / FOLDER display
Cd lights when a CD is loaded. When a MP3 disc
containing folders is loaded, the display shows the total
number of the folders.
8 Track number display
When a CD is loaded, the display shows the total
number of tracks. When a MP3 disc containing fold-
ers is loaded, the display shows the total number of
the folders.
NOTE
When in search mode (MP3 only), the initial letter of
a track name appears on the display (see "Search for
a name of track" on page 20).

9 Counter display
This shows the time information of the disc.
NOTE
When in search mode (MP3 only), the display shows
a track name (see "Search for a name of track" on
page 20).

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 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: 32kbps to 320kbps (over 128kbps is recommended)
Sampling frequency: 32 kHz/44.1 kHz/48 kHz, Mono or Stereo
File extension: mp3, Mp3, mP3, MP3

NOTE
The CD-160MKII can only read the files in the first
session of a multi-session disc.
ID3 tag display for MP3 playback is not supported.
If audio data is converted with Variable Bit Rate, it
may not be played back properly.

MP3 files are played as the order in the following diagram.

In this manner, playback is performed from the top
level directories.

: Folder (Directory)

: MP3 File

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 3 − Disc operations
Listening to CD/MP3 (1)
When a CD is loaded:
3 2
4

total tracks total playing time

1 5

1. Press the POWER switch to turn the unit on. When a MP3 disc is loaded:
total number of folders

2. Press the OPEN/CLOSE key.

total tracks

5. Press the PLAY/READY key (Á/π) to start playback.

3. 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.

NOTE
MP3 tracks recorded out of folders are automatically
put in the “ROOT” folder, and playback starts from
CAUTION the first track of the ROOT folder.
Never place more than one disc on the tray.
The disc must be loaded centrally into the disc tray.
If the disc is not correctly loaded, it may not be pos-
sible to open the tray again once it has closed, so
you should ensure the disc is always centrally load-
ed in the tray.
Do not force the tray by hand during opening and
closing operations.

4. Press the OPEN/CLOSE key to close the CD door.

It takes a few seconds for the unit to load the disc.

No keys will work during loading. Wait until the
total number of the tracks and the total play time
of the disc are displayed.
When no disc is loaded in the CD player, NO
DISC is displayed.

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 3 − Disc operations
Listening to CD/MP3 (2)
ª To suspend playback temporarily In the stop mode, press the skip key (Â or ¯) repeat-
(pause mode) 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.
Press the PLAY/READY key (Á/π) during playback.
Playback stops at the current position. To resume playback, ª Direct Playback
press the PLAY/READY key (Á/π) again. While in stop or playback mode, you can use the numeric
keys of the remote control unit to select a track.
ª To stop playbacks
Select a track using the numeric keys, and within 10 sec-
Press the STOP key (ª) to stop playback. onds press the PLAY/READY key.
Playback starts from the selected track.

ª Search for a part of a track

During playback, hold down the skip key (Â or ¯) For instance, to select track number 35, press 3 and 5.
and release it when the part you want to listen to is found. To play tracks 1 to 9, simply press the corresponding keys (1 to 9).
NOTE
Direct playback isn’t possible during shuffle play-
back and programmed playback.

ª Pitch control
NOTE
Changing pitch rapidly during playback may cause
noise problems.
When you use the Pitch Control function, no signal
ª To skip to the next or a previous track is output from the DIGITAL OUT.

1. Press the PITCH CONTROL key in the stop mode.

The LED will light.
This key can be pressed during playback.
2. Turn the PITCH CONTROL knob right or left to
change pitch.
3. Turning right makes playback speed faster within
During playback, press the skip key (Â or ¯) repeat- the range 0 to +12%.
edly until the desired track is found. The selected track
will be played from the beginning. 4. Turning left makes playback speed slower within
the range 0 to –12%.

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 3 − Disc operations
ª Listening through headphones 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. The information about the current track is
displayed as follows:
Filename w Title w Artist w Album
NONE appears when there is no information.

UNKNOWN appears when the unit cannot read the

information.
Press the MP3 key for more than 1 second again to cancel
the MP3 information mode.

ª Skip to the next folder (MP3)

Press the MP3 FOLDER keys to skip folders.

The ESP (Electronic Shock Protection) stores the music

in the buffer to prevent sound from skipping.

During playback of a CD, press the ESP key to turn the

ESP on or off. When you turn the ESP on, 40 SEC
(40 seconds) briefly appears, and the ESP indicator
lights on the display.
The ESP indicator blinks while the unit is filling the buffer.
NOTE
When the unit is on the stable place and free from
mechanical shocks, you can turn this function off.
During playback of MP3, this function is always ON,
and this unit can output the digital audio data from
its digital output jacks. However, during playback of
a CD, when ESP is ON, the unit cannot output digital
audio data.

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 3 − Disc operations
Programmed Playback
Up to 64 tracks can be programmed in the desired order. 3. Press the numeric keys (or press the skip key (Â
or ¯) repeatedly) to select a track, then press the
Shuffle function doesn’t work during programmed playback.
PROGRAM key.
1. Press the PROGRAM key in the stop mode.

CD

MP3

The MEMORY indicator appears on the display. The track is programmed, and P-02 is displayed.
• To cancel the program mode, press the STOP key (ª).
• Repeat steps 2 and 3 to program more tracks.
2. Press the numeric keys (or press the skip key (Â • You can program up to 64 tracks.
or ¯) repeatedly) to select a folder on a MP3
disc, then press the PROGRAM key.
4. When the selection of track numbers is completed,
press the PLAY/READY key (¥/π) to start pro-
grammed playback.

• When the playback of all the programmed tracks

has finished, or if the STOP key is pressed, the
MEMORY indicator will go off and the program mode
will be cancelled.
The program is retained in memory until the OPEN/
CLOSE key or the POWER switch is pressed. You can
return to the programmed playback by pressing the
PROGRAM key and the PLAY/READY key (¥/π).
• MP3 tracks recorded out of folders are in the “01”
(ROOT) folder.
• Skip this step when playing a CD.

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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.

ª To add a track to the end of the program

In the stop mode, press the PROGRAM key repeatedly
until 00 appears on the display. Select a track number
using the numeric keys or the skip key (Â or ¯) and
then press the PROGRAM key. The track is added to the To clear the programmed contents, press the PROGRAM
end of the program. and the STOP key (ª) in the stop mode.
• If the OPEN/CLOSE key or the POWER switch is
pressed, the programmed contents will also be cleared.

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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.
It is also possible to select a track to be repeated in the stop
mode. Press the REPEAT key, select a track using the skip
Every time the REPEAT key is pressed, the mode is key (Â or ¯), and then press the PLAY/READY key
changed as follows: (G/J) to start playback.
When a CD is loaded:
REPEAT REPEAT ALL ª Repeat all the tracks (REPEAT ALL)
(off) All the tracks will be played repeatedly.
Press the REPEAT key twice. REPEAT ALL lights.
When a MP3 disc is loaded:
During programmed playback, programmed tracks will be
REPEAT REPEAT ALL REPEAT ALBUM played repeatedly.
(off)

NOTE ª Repeat all the tracks in the folder (REPEAT

The Repeat mode will be canceled if one of the fol- ALBUM) (MP3 only)
lowing keys is pressed: STOP, INTRO CHECK, POW- All the tracks in the folder will be played repeatedly.
ER, OPEN/CLOSE.
Press the REPEAT key three times. REPEAT ALBUM lights.

Shuffle Playback
• If you press the ¯ key during shuffle playback, next
track will be randomly selected and played. If you press
the  key, the currently played track will be played
from the beginning. A track cannot be replayed during
shuffle playback.
• Shuffle playback doesn’t work during programmed playback.
• If one of the following keys is pressed, shuffle mode
will be cancelled: SHUFFLE, STOP, INTRO CHECK,
The tracks can be played randomly. Press the SHUFFLE POWER, OPEN/CLOSE.
key during playback or when in the stop mode. SHUFFLE will
then light up in the display.

Intro Check
a track you want to listen to is found, press the INTRO
CHECK key to resume normal playback.
• To skip to the next or a previous track, press the skip key.
• To stop Intro Check function, press the STOP key.
• Repeat and shuffle playback don’t work during the
intro check.
• If one of the following keys is pressed, the intro check
mode will be cancelled: INTRO CHECK, SHUFFLE,
Press the INTRO CHECK key in the stop or play mode. STOP, POWER, OPEN/CLOSE.
The INTRO indicator lights on the display, and the begin-
ning of all the tracks is played for 10 seconds each. When

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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 ¯).
1. Press the MP3 key once.

An alphabet (initial letter of a track name) and a track

name are displayed.
Track name Track number

5. Press the PLAY/READY key (¥/π).

Playback starts from the selected track.
Initial letter of track name

• To cancel the search mode, press the STOP key (ª).

2. Select the initial letter of the track you want to lis-

ten to by pressing the skip key (Â or ¯).

3. Press and hold the skip key (Â or ¯).

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 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.

• MP3 tracks recorded out of folders are in the “ROOT”

folder.

3. Press and hold the skip key (Â or ¯).

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 4 − Reference and specifications
Troubleshooting
If you have problems with your system, look through this ª Will not play.
chart and see if you can solve the problem yourself before
calling your dealer or TEAC service center. e Load a disc with the playback side facing down.
e If the disc is dirty, clean the surface of the disc.
e A blank disc has been loaded. Load a prerecorded disc.
ª No power
e Depending on the disc, etc. it may not be possible to
e Check the connection to the AC power supply. Check
play back CD-R/RW discs. Try again with another disc.
and make sure the AC source is not a switched outlet and
that, if it is, the switch is turned on. Make sure there is e You cannot play back unfinalized CD-R/RW discs.
power to the AC outlet by plugging another item such as a Finalize such a disc in a CD recorder and try again.
lamp or fan into the outlet.

ª Sound skips.
ª Remote control doesn’t work.
e Place the unit on a stable place to avoid vibration and shock.
e Press the POWER switch of the main unit to turn it on.
e If the disc is dirty, clean the surface of the disc.
e If the batteries are dead, change the batteries.
e Don’t use scratched, damaged or warped discs.
e Use remote control unit within the range (5 m) and point
at the front panel.
If normal operation cannot be recovered, unplug the
e Clear obstacles between the remote control unit and the
power cord from the outlet and plug it again.
main unit.
e If a strong light is near the unit, turn it off.

ª No sound
e Check the connection to the amplifier.
e Check the operation of the amplifier.

Maintenance
If the surface of the unit gets dirty, wipe with a soft cloth
or use diluted mild liquid soap. Never spray liquid directly
on this unit. Apply your cleaner to your cleaning cloth and
wipe gently. Be sure to remove any excess completely. Do
not use thinner, benzene or alcohol as they may damage
the surface of the unit. Allow the surface of the unit to dry
completely before using.

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 4 − Reference and specifications
Specifications
CD Player
Pickup 3-beam, semiconductor laser
Digital filter 8-times oversampling
Frequency Response 20 Hz - 20 kHz ±2dB
Total Harmonic Distortion Less than 0.03 % (1 kHz, ESP off)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (S/N) More than 83 dB (IHF-A, ESP off)
Output 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./Canada)
AC 230 V, 50 Hz (U.K./Europe)
AC 240 V, 50-60Hz (Australia)
Power Consumption 10 W (U.S.A./Canada)
10 W (U.K./Europe)
10 W (Australia)
Dimensions (W x H x D) 481 x 94.5 x 298 (mm) / 18.94 x 3.72 x 11.73 (in)
Weight 4.1 kg (9.0 lb)

Dimensions

481.0 mm (18.94") 298.0 mm (11.73")

285.5 mm (11.24")
465.0 mm (18.30")
6.4 mm (0.25")
94.5 mm (3.72")
76.0 mm (3.0")
6.5 mm (0.255")

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