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D01136920F
CD-500/500B
CD Player
OWNER'S MANUAL
2 TASCAM CD-500/500B
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 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.
1 Read these instructions.
2 Keep these instructions.
3 Heed all warnings.
4 Follow all instructions.
5 Do not use this apparatus near water.
6 Clean only with dry cloth.
7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
ampliers) 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. A 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 specied 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.
The apparatus draws nominal non-operating power
from the AC outlet with its POWER or STANDBY/ON
switch not in the ON position.
The apparatus should be located close enough to the
AC outlet so that you can easily grasp the power cord
plug at any time.
The mains plug is used as the disconnect device, the
disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
Products with Class I construction are equipped with a
power supply cord that has a grounding plug. The cord
of such a product must be plugged into an AC outlet
that has a protective grounding connection.
If the product uses batteries (including a battery pack
or installed batteries), they should not be exposed to
sunshine, fire or excessive heat.
CAUTION for products that use replaceable lithium
batteries: there is danger of explosion if a battery is
replaced with an incorrect type of battery. Replace only
with the same or equivalent type.
Caution should be taken when using earphones or
headphones with the product because excessive
sound pressure (volume) from earphones or head-
phones can cause hearing loss.
In North America use only on 120V supply.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
TASCAM CD-500/500B 3
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RACK-MOUNTING THE UNIT
Use the supplied rack-mounting kit to mount the unit in a
standard 19-inch rack, as shown below.
Remove the feet of the unit before mounting.
NOTE
Leave 1U of space above the unit for ventilation.
Allow at least 10 cm (4 in) at the rear of the unit for
ventilation.
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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 residential area is likely
to cause harmful interference in which case the user
will be required to correct the interference at his own
expense.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly
approved by TEAC CORPORATION for compliance could
void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
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For European Customers
CE Marking Information
a) Applicable electromagnetic environment: E4
b) Peak inrush current: 11 A
Disposal of electrical and electronic equipment
(a) All electrical and electronic equipment should be
disposed of separately from the municipal waste
stream via collection facilities designated by the
government or local authorities.
(b) By disposing of electrical and electronic equipment
correctly, you will help save valuable resources and
prevent any potential negative effects on human
health and the environment.
(c) Improper disposal of waste electrical and electronic
equipment can have serious effects on the
environment and human health because of the
presence of hazardous substances in the equipment.
(d) The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
symbol, which shows a wheeled bin that has been
crossed out, indicates that electrical and electronic
equipment must be collected and disposed of
separately from household waste.
(e) Return and collection systems are available to end
users. For more detailed information about the
disposal of old electrical and electronic equipment,
please contact your city office, waste disposal service
or the shop where you purchased the equipment.
Disposal of batteries and/or accumulators
(a) Waste batteries and/or accumulators should be
disposed of separately from the municipal waste
stream via collection facilities designated by the
government or local authorities.
(b) By disposing of waste batteries and/or accumulators
correctly, you will help save valuable resources and
prevent any potential negative effects on human
health and the environment.
(c) Improper disposal of waste batteries and/or
accumulators can have serious effects on the
environment and human health because of the
presence of hazardous substances in them.
(d) The WEEE symbol, which shows a wheeled bin that
has been crossed out, indicates that batteries and/
or accumulators must be collected and disposed of
separately from household waste.
Pb
, Hg,
Cd
If a battery or accumulator contains more than the
specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/
or cadmium (Cd) as defined in the Battery Directive
(2006/66/EC), then the chemical symbols for those
elements will be indicated beneath the WEEE symbol.
(e) Return and collection systems are available to end
users. For more detailed information about the
disposal of waste batteries and/or accumulators,
please contact your city office, waste disposal service
or the shop where you purchased them.
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.
Safety Information
4 TASCAM CD-500/500B
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CAUTIONS ABOUT BATTERIES
This product uses batteries. Misuse of batteries could
cause a leak, rupture or other trouble. Always abide by the
following precautions when using batteries.
Never recharge non-rechargeable batteries. The
batteries could rupture or leak, causing fire or injury.
When installing batteries, pay attention to the polarity
indications (plus/minus (+/–) orientation), and
install them correctly in the battery compartment as
indicated. Putting them in backward could make the
batteries rupture or leak, causing fire, injury or stains
around them.
When you store or dispose batteries, isolate their terminals
with insulation tape or something like that to prevent
them from contacting other batteries or metallic objects.
When throwing used batteries away, follow the
disposal instructions indicated on the batteries and the
local disposal laws.
Do not use batteries other than those specified. Do not
mix and use new and old batteries or different types of
batteries together. The batteries could rupture or leak,
causing fire, injury or stains around them.
Do not carry or store batteries together with small
metal objects. The batteries could short, causing leak,
rupture or other trouble.
Do not heat or disassemble batteries. Do not put them
in fire or water. Batteries could rupture or leak, causing
fire, injury or stains around them.
If the battery fluid leaks, wipe away any fluid on
the battery case before inserting new batteries. If
the battery fluid gets in an eye, it could cause loss
of eyesight. If fluid does enter an eye, wash it out
thoroughly with clean water without rubbing the eye
and then consult a doctor immediately. If the fluid
gets on a persons body or clothing, it could cause skin
injuries or burns. If this should happen, wash it off with
clean water and then consult a doctor immediately.
The unit power should be off when you install and
replace batteries.
Remove the batteries if you do not plan to use the unit
for a long time. Batteries could rupture or leak, causing
fire, injury or stains around them. If the battery fluid
leaks, wipe away any fluid on the battery compartment
before inserting new batteries.
Do not disassemble a battery. The acid inside the
battery could harm skin or clothing.
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CAUTIONS ABOUT LASER RADIATION
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 at 1.
Cautions:
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.
Optical pickup
Type : LO-DWU01T
Manufacturer : Lite-Space Technology Co., Ltd.
Laser output : Less than 100mW (CD) on the objective lens
Wavelength : 785nm (CD) typ.
Standard : IEC60825-1 : 2007
Optical pickup
Type : SW 653L VP
Manufacturer : Hitachi Media Electronics Co.,Ltd
Laser output : Less than 120mW on the objective lens (DVD)
Less than 95mW on the objective lens (CD)
Wavelength : 661 nm (Typ) (DVD)
785 nm (Typ) (CD)
Standard : IEC60825-1 : 2007
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 ______________________________
Safety Information
TASCAM CD-500/500B 5
Contents
1 – Introduction ..............................................7
Differences between the CD-500 and CD-500B
models .................................................................................... 7
Features .................................................................................. 7
Included items .....................................................................8
About this manual .............................................................. 8
Trademarks ............................................................................8
Precautions for placement and use ..............................8
Connecting the power ...................................................... 8
Beware of condensation ...................................................8
Cleaning the unit .................................................................9
About discs ............................................................................ 9
Handling of compact discs ....................................... 9
Slot loading of discs ........................................................... 9
2 – Names and Functions of Parts ...............10
Front panel ..........................................................................10
Rear panel ............................................................................ 12
Display ...................................................................................13
Wireless remote control (TASCAM RC-500) .............14
3 – Preparation ..............................................16
Making connections ........................................................16
Preparing the remote control ......................................17
Inserting batteries ......................................................17
When to replace the batteries ...............................17
Precautions about using batteries .......................17
Precautions about using the remote control ... 17
Remote control reception settings .............................17
Panel lock function ..........................................................18
4 – Menu .......................................................19
Menu structure ..................................................................19
Menu operation basics ...................................................19
5 – Operation ................................................20
Compatible disc and file types ....................................20
Directories and tracks on data CDs ............................20
Loading discs .....................................................................21
Inserting a disc ............................................................21
Ejecting a disc ..............................................................21
Eject block function ........................................................21
Playing back a CD ..............................................................21
Selecting a track ................................................................22
Skipping to the next or previous track ............... 22
Designating track numbers ....................................22
Selecting indexes and directories ..............................22
Using the SEARCH buttons ............................................23
Using the jog function to search .................................23
Playback modes ................................................................. 23
Selecting the playback mode ...............................23
6 – Various Playback Functions ...................24
Auto-cue function ...........................................................24
Setting the auto-cue level ......................................24
Auto-ready function .......................................................24
Resume function ...............................................................24
Call function ....................................................................... 25
Incremental play function ............................................25
Repeat playback ...............................................................25
Ordinary repeat playback ......................................25
A-B repeat playback ..................................................25
Intro check mode .............................................................26
Power on play function ................................................... 26
Pitch control playback .....................................................26
Setting the pitch adjustment increment ...........27
Changing the playback speed without changing
the pitch (KEY ORIG) ........................................................27
Program playback ............................................................ 27
Program setting mode ............................................. 27
Checking the program ............................................28
Editing the program .................................................. 28
Fade in/fade out playback .............................................28
Skip back playback ..........................................................29
Setting the skip back time ......................................29
Flash start function ..........................................................29
Relay playback ..................................................................30
7 – Other Functions ......................................31
Changing the playback time display mode .............31
Frame time display setting ...........................................31
End of track warning (EOM) ...........................................31
Interval time setting ........................................................31
Outputting in mono ........................................................32
Controlling the player with a foot switch ................ 32
Setting the foot switch ............................................32
Using the foot switch ................................................ 32
Foot switch mode settings .....................................32
Fader and event start ......................................................32
Fader start and stop ..................................................32
Event start .................................................................... 33
Using the RS-232C connector ......................................33
Setting the baud rate ............................................... 33
Restoring factory default settings ..............................33
Checking the firmware version .................................... 33
User data settings (CD-500B only) ..............................34
Using the parallel control (CD-500B only) ................34
8 – Troubleshooting .....................................35
6 TASCAM CD-500/500B
9 – Error Messages ........................................36
10 – Specifications ........................................37
Media and formats ...........................................................37
Analog audio output ......................................................37
Digital audio output .......................................................37
Control input and output ..............................................37
Audio performance ..........................................................37
Backup memory ...............................................................37
General .................................................................................38
Dimensional drawings ....................................................38
Contents
TASCAM CD-500/500B 7
1 – Introduction
Thank you very much for purchasing the TASCAM
CD-500/500B CD Player.
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.
After you have finished reading this manual, please keep
it in a safe place for future reference.
You can also download the Owner's Manual from the
TEAC Global Site (http://teac-global.com/).
Differences between the CD-500
and CD-500B models
The CD-500 is the standard model and the CD-500B is
a model with additional professional features. These
additional features include XLR balanced analog output
connectors, an AES/EBU digital output connector (XLR)
and a parallel external control connector.
Features
10-second anti-shock memory prevents skipping
caused by vibrations, for example
Dedicated knob for ±16% pitch control
Plays ordinary audio CDs, CD-R and CD-RW discs,
including files in both MP3 and WAV formats
Cueing with one-frame precision
Support for fader start and event start control
Parallel control connector on CD-500B model
When using the parallel connector (CD-500B only), the
transport mode, including fader start and event start,
as well as flash start and direct start modes can be set
RS-232C serial connector can be used to connect a
computer or external controller to control the unit
Program memory can store information for up to 100
discs
Incremental play function
Auto-ready function can automatically pause playback
after track completes playing at the beginning of the
next track
Auto-cue function can ready the unit to start playback
of a track from the moment sound starts
Transport and pitch can be controlled using a TASCAM
RC-3F footswitch (sold separately)
Flash start function enables playback without delay
(tracks 1–20 or the first 20 tracks in the program)
Number buttons on the front panel can be used for
track selection and the flash start function
Skip back function can go back a few seconds (amount
can be set) during playback
TASCAM RC-500 wireless remote control included (can
be disabled using a setting on the main unit)
Gap between tracks during playback can be set
Balanced output level can be set by making an internal
adjustment (CD-500B only; requires servicing by
TASCAM technical support)
Panel buttons can be locked to prevent misoperation
Eject block function can be used to prevent discs from
being ejected during playback or when paused
Slot loading of discs
RCA unbalanced outputs
Coaxial digital output (S/PDIF)
Optical digital output (S/PDIF)
XLR balanced outputs (CD-500B only)
XLR AES/EBU digital output (CD-500B only)
Monophonic output possible
Playback modes include all tracks (ALL), one track
(SINGLE), program (up to 100 tracks) and random
Repeat modes include all tracks (ALL), one track
(SINGLE), tracks in the program and looping of an A-B
interval
Display can be set to show track elapsed time, track
remaining time or disc remaining time
CALL function can be used to return to the last point
where playback started
Intro check function
Fade in and fade out can be set from 0 to 10 seconds in
0.5-second intervals
Automatic playback when power turned on possible
Relay playback of multiple units possible
Index search (audio CD (CD-DA) only) and directory
search (MP3 or WAV file discs only) functions
Resume function remembers the last point when
playback stopped
Support for EOM display showing the end of a track
Headphones jack and level knob on the front panel for
monitoring
8 TASCAM CD-500/500B
Included items
The included items are listed below.
Take care when opening the package not to damage the
items. Keep the package materials for transportation in
the future.
Please contact the store where you purchased this unit
if any of these items are missing or have been damaged
during transportation.
Main unit ........................................................................................ 1
Power cord .................................................................................... 1
Wireless remote control (TASCAM RC-500) ....................... 1
AAA batteries for the remote control unit .........................2
A rack-mounting screw kit....................................................... 1
Owner’s manual (this manual) ............................................... 1
The warranty is included at the end of this manual.
NOTE
The batteries are not supplied for Taiwan.
About this manual
In this manual, we use the following conventions:
Unless otherwise specified, references to the “CD-500”
also indicate CD-500B players.
The names of buttons and controls are given in the
following typeface: SHIFT.
Messages on the units display are shown like this:
ON
The CD-DA format may also be mentioned as “audio
CD” format.
CDs on which MP3 or WAV audio files are recorded may
be mentioned as data CDs”.
Additional information is introduced in the styles
below when needed:
TIP
Useful hints when using the unit.
NOTE
Explanation of actions in special situation and
supplement.
CAUTION
Instructions that should be followed to avoid injury,
damage to the unit or other equipment, and loss of data.
Trademarks
TASCAM is a trademark of TEAC Corporation, registered
in the U.S. and other countries.
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from
Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
Other company names, product names and logos
in this document are the trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective owners.
Precautions for placement and
use
The operating temperature should be between 5°C and
40°C (41°F and 104°F).
Do not install in the following types of places. Doing
so could degrade the sound quality and/or cause
malfunctions.
Places with significant vibrations or that are
otherwise unstable
Near windows or other places exposed to direct
sunlight
Near heaters or other extremely hot places
Extremely cold places
Places with bad ventilation or high humidity
Very dusty locations
This unit can be installed at an angle of ±30°.
Do not place any object on the unit for heat dissipation.
Avoid installing this unit on top of any heat-generating
electrical device such as a power amplifier.
Connecting the power
Insert the included power cord into the AC IN
connector completely.
Hold the power cord by the plug when connecting or
disconnecting it.
Beware of condensation
If the unit is moved from a cold to a warm place, or
used immediately after a cold room has been heated or
otherwise exposed to a sudden temperature change,
condensation could occur. Should this happen, leave the
unit for one or two hours before turning the unit on.
1 – Introduction
TASCAM CD-500/500B 9
Cleaning the unit
To clean the unit, wipe it gently with a soft dry cloth. Do
not wipe with chemical cleaning cloths, benzene, paint
thinner, ethyl alcohol or other chemical agents to clean
the unit as they could damage the surface.
About discs
In addition to commercially-available music CDs, this unit
can play CD-R and CD-RW discs that have been recorded
in audio CD (CD-DA) format, as well as CD-R and CD-RW
discs that have MP3 audio and WAV audio files recorded
on them.
NOTE
8-cm CDs cannot be used with this unit. If you insert an
8-cm CD, the unit will eject it automatically. If it does not
eject far enough to remove, press the EJECT button.
Handling of compact discs
Always insert the compact discs in the slot with their
label facing upward.
To remove a disc from its case, press down on the
center of the disc holder, then lift the disc out, holding
it carefully by the edges.
Do not touch the signal side (the unlabeled side).
Fingerprints, oils and other substances can cause errors
during playback.
To clean the signal side of a disc, wipe gently with a soft
dry cloth from the center towards the outside edge.
Dirt on discs can lower the sound quality, so clean
them and always store them in a clean state.
Do not use any record spray, anti-static solutions,
benzene, paint thinner or other chemical agents to
clean CDs as they could damage the delicate playing
surface. It may cause CDs to become unplayable.
Do not apply labels or other materials to discs. Do
not use discs that have had tape, stickers or other
materials applied to their surface. Do not use discs that
have sticky residue from stickers, etc. Such discs could
become stuck in the unit or cause it to malfunction.
Never use a commercially available CD stabilizer. Using
stabilizers with this player will damage the mechanism
and cause it to malfunction.
Do not use cracked discs.
Only use circular compact discs. Avoid using non-
circular promotional, etc. discs.
Music discs with copy control, a copy-protection
system, 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 unit.
Slot loading of discs
1 As shown in the illustration, hold the disc with the
labeled side up and insert it part way into the slot.
2 After you push the disc a little further, it will be
pulled in automatically just before it disappears
into the slot.
Trouble inserting a disc
If the disc becomes stuck during insertion, for example,
and is difficult to push, do not try to force the disc in. Pull
the disc out once and press the eject button and then
try inserting it again. (Trying to force the disc in could
damage the unit.)
1 – Introduction
10 TASCAM CD-500/500B
Front panel
2 – Names and Functions of Parts
1 POWER switch
Press to turn the power on and off.
CAUTION
Before turning the power on, minimize the volume of
other equipment that is connected to this unit. Failure to
do so might cause sudden loud noises, which could harm
your hearing or result in other trouble.
2 Disc slot
After inserting a disc partway, it will automatically be
pulled in.
3 EJECT button
Press to eject a disc.
4 Display
Shows various types of information.
5 PITCH [MENU] knob
This is a multifunction knob that works as both a dial
and a button. Use this knob to set the pitch control
value, use menus, set the A-B repeat interval and as a
jog dial, for example.
Press this knob to turn the pitch control function on
and off. When it is on, turn this knob to adjust the
pitch. (See “Pitch control playback” on page 26.)
When in shift mode (when the SHIFT indicator is lit),
press this knob to open the menu.
When in menu mode, turn this knob to select items
and press it to confirm a selection. (See “Menu
operation basics on page 19.)
When in jog mode, use this knob as a jog dial to search
one frame at a time. (See “Using the jog function to
search on page 22.)
When using the A-B repeat function, press this knob
to set the A and B points. (See A-B repeat playback” on
page 25.)
6 SKIP Â/¯ [INDEX/DIR SEARCH] buttons
Use these buttons for track selection (skipping).
When in shift mode (when the SHIFT indicator is lit),
use these to select indexes. When a data CD is loaded
however, use these to make directory selections
instead.
Set the auto-cue function to determine what happens
after selection. (See “Skipping to the next or previous
track” on page 21.)
In program setting mode, use these to select tracks for
the program.
7 SEARCH Ô/ [A.CUE/A.READY] buttons
During playback or when paused, press the Ô
button to search backward, and press the button
to search forward. (See “Using the SEARCH buttons on
page 22.)
When in program setting mode, use these to select the
program number. (See “Program playback” on page
27.)
When in shift mode (when the SHIFT indicator is lit),
press the Ô button to turn the auto-cue function on
and off. (See Auto-cue function” on page 24.)
When in shift mode (when the SHIFT indicator is lit),
press the button to turn the auto-ready function
on and off. (See Auto-ready function” on page 24.)
8 PHONES jack/knob
Connect stereo headphones to this standard stereo
phone jack. Use the PHONES knob to adjust the
headphones output level.
CAUTION
Before connecting headphones, turn the PHONES knob
to minimize the volume. Failure to do so might cause
sudden loud noises, which could harm your hearing or
result in other trouble.
9 REMOTE jack (2.5-mm TRS)
Use this jack to connect a TASCAM RC-3F foot switch
(sold separately). Use this remote control to start and
stop playback and other operations.
0 Remote control receiver
This receives signals from the included TASCAM RC-
500 wireless remote control. Point the end of the
remote control toward here when using it.
q Number buttons
Use these number buttons to designate track numbers
to select songs. Input two digits for audio CDs and
three digits for data CDs. (See “Designating track
numbers” on page 22.)
TASCAM CD-500/500B 11
When in shift mode (when the SHIFT indicator is lit),
press the 1 [FLASH] button to turn the flash start
function on and off.
w CLEAR [1-10/11-20] button
Press this button to cancel the input of a number
button.
Press and hold when the program menu is open to
clear the program.
Press this button to switch between track and flash
start program numbers 1-10 and 11-20.
e DISPLAY [LOCK] button
Press this button when the playback time is shown to
switch the playback time display mode (track elapsed
time, track remaining time or total remaining time).
(See “Changing the playback time display mode on
page 31.)
When in menu mode, press this button to exit menu
mode.
When in shift mode (when the SHIFT indicator is
lit), press and hold this button to turn the panel lock
function on and off. This function prevents the use of
the buttons to avoid misoperation.
When not in shift mode (when the SHIFT indicator
is not lit), press and hold this button to turn index
display on/off (with audio CDs only).
r SHIFT button and indicator
Press this button to activate shift mode. When the
shift mode is active, the indicator lights and the shift
functions of other buttons are enabled. (Shift functions
are shown below buttons with white lettering on a
dark blue background.)
Press the SHIFT button again to deactivate the
shift mode. (The SHIFT indicator is not lit when
deactivated.)
Press this button when in menu mode to exit menu
mode.
t ª (stop) [INTRO CHECK] button
Press to stop playback.
If the incremental playback function is activated, press
this button during playback to pause at the beginning
of the next track.
When stopped, activate shift mode (SHIFT indicator
lit), and press this button to activate the intro check
mode. When this mode is activated, press the Á (play)
[REPEAT] button to play the first 10 seconds of each
track in succession. (See “Intro check mode on page
26.)
NOTE
Even when shift mode is active (SHIFT indicator lit),
pressing this button during playback will stop playback.
y CALL [PLAY MODE] button
Press this button to return to the point where playback
was last started and pause.
When in shift mode (when the SHIFT indicator is
lit), press this button to switch the playback mode
(ordinary, single, program or random). (See “Playback
modes” on page 23.)
Ordinary
single
program
random
u Á (play) [REPEAT] button and indicator
When stopped, press this button to start playback. (The
indicator lights during playback.)
When paused, press this button to resume playback.
During playback, press this button to return to the
point that was previously set. (See “Skip back playback
on page 29.)
When in shift mode (when the SHIFT indicator is lit),
press this button to turn the repeat playback function
on or off. (See “Ordinary repeat playback” on page 25.)
When in shift mode (when the SHIFT indicator is lit),
press and hold this button for more than a second
during playback or when paused to turn the A-B
repeat function on. (See A-B repeat playback” on page
25.)
i π (pause) [JOG] button and indicator
Press during playback to pause (indicator lights).
When the auto-cue function is on, press when stopped
to pause at the instant when sound begins in track 1.
When the auto-cue function is off, press when stopped
to pause at the beginning of track 1.
When in shift mode (when the SHIFT indicator is lit),
pause the unit to enable jog mode. (Alternatively,
activate shift mode when already paused.) (See “Using
the jog function to search on page 22.)
2 – Names and Functions of Parts
TASCAM CD-500/500B 13
Display
1 Track number
This shows the track number during playback and
track selection.
When an audio CD is loaded, a two-digit track number
is shown. When a data CD is loaded, a three-digit track
number is shown
When in menu mode, the menu number is shown
here.
2 TRACK indicator
This appears when a disc that has files that this unit
can play back is loaded.
3 MP3 indicator
This appears when an MP3 disc is loaded.
4 INDEX DIR number
During playback and selection, the index number
(audio CD) or directory number (data CD) is shown
here.
When not in shift mode (when the SHIFT indicator is
not lit), press and hold the DISPLAY [LOCK] button to
turn index number display on/off.
5 Playback time display mode indicator
When the time display is showing the playback time,
the following appears depending on the display mode.
(See “Changing the playback time display mode on
page 31.)
When the playback time display mode is set to
remaining time,
T.REMAIN
appears.
When the playback time display mode is set to track
remaining time,
REMAIN
appears.
When the playback time display mode is set to
track elapsed time, nothing appears here. Likewise,
nothing appears when in menu mode or program
setting mode.
6 Time display
This shows the time of the current playback position.
When in menu mode, the menu item is shown. When
menu items are shown, the letters appear as follows.
7 Playback mode indicators
The current playback mode is shown.
Ordinary (all tracks)
playback mode:
Nothing appears
Single playback mode:
S
appears
Program playback mode:
PGM
appears
Random playback mode:
RANDOM
appears
8 Repeat mode indicators
The repeat mode is shown. (See “Repeat playback” on
page 25 and A-B repeat playback” on page 25.)
Repeat mode:
REPEAT
appears
A-B repeat mode:
REPEAT
and
A-B
appear
(Before the A and B points have been set, the indicator
shown here will vary depending on the status. For
details, see A-B repeat playback on page 25.)
9 PITCH indicator (and pitch adjustment)
When the pitch control function is ON,
PITCH
appears, and the amount of speed change is shown.
(See “Pitch control playback” on page 26.)
When in menu mode, the setting value of the menu
item is shown.
0 A.CUE (auto-cue) indicator
When the auto-cue function is on,
A.C U E
appears.
(See Auto-cue function” on page 24.)
q A.RDY (auto-ready) indicator
When the auto-ready function is on,
A.RDY
appears.
(See Auto-ready function” on page 24.)
w RELAY (relay playback) indicator
When the relay playback function is on,
RELAY
appears. (See “Relay playback” on page 30.)
e FADE indicator
When the fade in/out function is on,
FADE
appears.
(See “Fade in/fade out playback” on page 28.)
r MONO indicator
When the mono output function is on,
MONO
appears.
(See “Outputting in mono on page 32.)
t RESUME indicator
When the resume function is on,
RESUME
appears.
(See “Resume function” on page 24.)
y INCR indicator (incremental play)
When the incremental play function is on,
INCR
appears. (See “Incremental play function on page 25.)
u KEY ORIG (original key) indicator
When the original key function is on,
KEY ORIG
appears. (See “Changing the playback speed without
changing the pitch (KEY ORIG)” on page 27.)
2 – Names and Functions of Parts
14 TASCAM CD-500/500B
Wireless remote control (TASCAM
RC-500)
1 FLASH button
Press to turn the flash start function on and off.
2 DISPLAY button
Press this button to change the playback time display
mode shown (track elapsed time, track remaining time
or remaining time). (See “Changing the playback time
display mode on page 31.)
When in menu mode, press this button to exit menu
mode.
When not in shift mode (when the SHIFT indicator
is not lit), press and hold this button to turn index
display on/off (with audio CDs only).
3 PITCH and −/+ buttons
Press the PITCH button to turn the pitch control
function on and off. Use the and + buttons to set the
pitch control value. (See “Pitch control playback” on
page 26.)
4 A.CUE/DEL button
Press this to turn the auto-cue function on and off. (See
Auto-cue function on page 24.)
Use this also to delete program tracks. (See “Program
playback” on page 27.)
5 A.RDY/INS button
Press this to turn the auto-ready function on and off.
(See Auto-ready function” on page 24.)
Use this also to add program tracks. (See “Program
playback” on page 27.)
6 MENU button
Press this button to enter menu mode. When in menu
mode, press this button to exit menu mode. (See “Menu
operation basics on page 19.)
7 ENTER button
When in menu mode, press to confirm a menu item
selection or setting value. (See “Menu operation basics”
on page 19.)
When using the A-B repeat function, press this to set
the A and B points. (See A-B repeat playback” on page
25.)
8 Number buttons
Use these number buttons to designate track numbers
to select songs. Input two digits for audio CDs and
three digits for data CDs. (See “Designating track
numbers” on page 22.)
9 SKIP (Â/¯) buttons
Use these buttons for track selection (skipping).
Set the auto-cue function to determine what happens
after selection. (See “Skipping to the next or previous
track” on page 21.)
In program setting mode, use these to select tracks for
the program. (See “Program playback” on page 27.)
0 INDEX/DIR SEARCH (Ó/Á) buttons
Use these to select indexes on an audio CD or
directories on a data CD. Set the auto-cue function
to determine what happens after selection. (See
“Selecting indexes and directories” on page 22.)
q ª STOP button
Press to stop playback. If the incremental play function
is activated, press this button during playback to pause
at the beginning of the next track. (See “Incremental
play function on page 25.)
w CALL button
During playback or when paused, press this button
to return to the point where playback was last started
and pause. (See “Call function on page 25.)
e EJECT button
Press this to eject a disc.
r PLAY MODE button
Press this button to cycle through the playback modes.
Choose from ordinary, single, program and random.
Ordinary
single
program
random
t KEY ORIG button
Turn the original key function, which changes the
speed without changing the pitch, on and off. (See
“Changing the playback speed without changing the
pitch (KEY ORIG)” on page 27.)
2 – Names and Functions of Parts
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