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2)  Press  the iN buttON  (17). this  will  set  the 
starting  point  of  the  SEAMLESS  LOOP  (figure 
22).  the iN buttON (17) will blink. 
1)  Press PLay/P auSE buttON  (15) to  activate 
playback mode.
15. CREATING  AND PLAYING  A SEAMLESS LOOP 
A seamless loop is a sound loop that plays continuously without sound interruption. You can use this loop to 
create dramatic effect in your mixing.  this loop has no time limit and you could actually loop the entire length 
of disc. 
3)  Press  the Out buttON  (17)  to  set  the  end-
ing  point  for  your  SEAMLESS  LOOP  (figure  23). 
the OUt and In BUttOnS will stay lit indicating 
a  SEAMLESS  LOOP  is  playing.  Press  the Out 
buttON again to stop the Loop.
figure 23
figure 22
figure 21
4) Press the rELOOP  buttON (17) to reactivate 
the  SEAMLESS  LOOP.  Press  the Out buttON 
(17) to deactivate the loop.
figure 24
 BaSiC OPEra TiON 
						

							INTERNAl MENU
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Hold tIME BUttOn for 3 seconds to enter the internal menu. turn tRACK KnOB to scroll through the differ-
ent menus and press the tRACK KnOB to enter the corresponding submenu. t urn tRACK KnOB to change 
the submenus and press tIME BUttOn to memorize your settings in any operating mode and exit the menu.
1. Playlist – normal / title/ Artist / Album/ Genre
normally the unit will read your USB devices in order of folder name and file names in folders. title, Artist, 
Album and Genre will use your last built database file when scrolling through the selected database in alpha-
betical order. When new files are added it is necessary to build a new database for the MP3 files to read in 
any mode described.
2. Sleep time – no sleep, 5~120 min
Set the time the player takes to enter sleep mode. When in sleep mode, the player will either read sleep or 
ZZZZZ on the LCD screen.
3. Line Setup – MODE= 1~3(Line mode)
Dis=0.5~12.0 sec. (LInE nAME start/stop time adjustment)
Run=50~2000 msec. (LInE nAME move time adjustment)
4. Bit rate – Display On/Off
Display the bit rate off MP3 files.
5. Version – COn:XX (Control version)
DSP:XX (DSP version)
SER:XX (Servo version)
Displays the firmware version.
6. Load Default – Press tRACK Knob to enter load defaults. (LCD displays “Load OK”.)
Will reset all settings to factory default except for firmware version.
7. Exit & Save – Exit & Save setting to next power on (LCD displays “Saving”.)
this will save all changes if changes are not saved the unit will revert to last saved changes on power off.
Press the tRACK knob to fast exit & save in any operating mode.
nOtE:
SLEEP tIME: the CD player automatically shuts off the transport and laser after about 15 minutes when in
pause or cue mode). this extends the life of your motor drive and laser. During sleep mode the display
shows the word “SLEEP”. to wake up the player, just press the cue or play button, the display turns to
normal and is ready to receive instructions. You can enter the Sleep time menu to adjust sleep time, range
is 5~120 minutes.
SAVE: PItCH On/Off, PItCH RAnGE, SGL/Ctn, AUtO CUE, tIME MODE, KEY LOCK, DISPLAY/SCROLL, 
tIME/JOG MODE.
DEfAULtS: PItCH (On), PItCH RAnGE (8%), PLAY MODE(Ctn), AUtO CUE(On), tIME MODE
(REMAIn), KEY LOCK(Off), BIt RA tE(Disp. On), REPEAt MODE (Off), PLAYLISt
(nORMAL), SLEEP tIME (15 min), LInE SEtUP(model 1), DISPLAY(1 sec),RUn tIME(150msec) 
						

							dATAbAsE bUIldER
Minimum Hardware Requirements:
CPU: Intel Pentium 4 1GHz processor or above, Intel Centrino Mobile technology 1.6GHz
RAM: 512MB RAM
DISC SPACE: 100MB of free disc space needed
OS: Microsoft Windows XP SP3, Vista SP2
the device includes a database management software that enables you to search for your files by 
title, Artist, Album, and Genre.
Installation:
Refer to the following figures for installing database management software on your computer.
Step 1: Click next >Step 2: Click next >
Step 3: Click InstallStep 4: Processing
Step 4: Click finish
the database builder will scan your USB 
hard drive and create database files so 
that you may locate the files in your music 
library to your liking.
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to open the database builder, “click” on your start menu, then programs, then American Audio, Da-
tabase Builder. t o build a database your hard drive must f At formatted.
Drive Selector: Select 
your desired drive to for-
mat or build a database 
file.
Build database file 
on memory device.
Format the selected 
source. note: Make sure 
that all files are backed 
up prior to formatting 
your device.
How to format your memory device.
1. Select your desired device in the drop down  
    menu.
2. Click format, on the modes in the left        
    column.
3. Click format. for best results set the cluster  
    size to Auto.
How to create a database file.
1. Select your desired device.
2. Select Build Database in the left column.
3. Click Build. 
						

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Errors:
1. failed to Open Device: Your drive is a non    
    supported format.
2. file Error: this is due to MP3 file not have a        
    identified ID3 tag. 
Windows 7/Vista may warn you accord-
ing to your security settings. Select Allow 
if you wish to install the database builder 
program. 
						

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 TROUblshOOTINg
Disc Read Error The disc is unable to read in the CD drive, make sure that the 
disc is clean and not scratched. If the problem continues try a 
dif ferent CD, make sure that the CD is CD A or MP3 format.
If the disc takes over 20 seconds or more to read the CD lens wil l 
stop reading, this means the disc  TOC was unreadable. Try 
another disk or clean the troubled disc.
If problems continue with CD drives call  American Dj service.
USB device not reading When using Hard Drives it is recommended that you use a hard 
drive with an external power supply or one that does not exceed 
5 volt power consumption. If your hard drive resets itself when 
plugged into the USB ports on the UCD-100/200 you may need 
an external power supply. Contact your device manufacturer for 
accessory information.
If the drive doesn’t read the device, make sure that your device 
is formatted to a compatible  FA T format.  WARNING-DO NO T 
FORMA T YOUR DEVICE  WITH OUT BACKING U P YOUR 
FILES.
Music files not found in 
USB device or Data 
base -Make sure that the file is an MP3 file.
- If it does not show up on the database modes ( album; artist; 
etc) use the database builder to update you librar y.
File Error when buildin g 
dB fileRemove the file that cause the database builder to stop and try 
again, if problem continues remove the folder and try again. 
						

							1.  PRECAUtIOnS On HAnDLInG  COMPACt DISCS    
Compact disc are constructed of the same types of plastic record are.  to avoid severe damage to you valuable 
disc please observe the following guide lines.  following the these guide lines will ensure long disc life.
•  Do not allow fingerprints, oil or dust to get on the surface of the disc.  If the disc is dirty, wipe it off with 
  a soft dry cloth. 
•  Do not use benzene, thinner, water, record spray, electrostatic-proof chemicals, or silicone-treated cloths 
  to clean discs.
•   Always handle discs carefully to prevent damaging the surface; in particular when removing a disc from 
  its edges.
•  Do not bend the disc.     
•  Do not apply heat.     
•  Do not enlarge the hole in the center of the disc.   
•   Do not write on the label (printed side) with a hard tipped implement such as a pencil or ball point pen.
•  Condensation will form if a disc is brought into a warm area from a colder one, such as outdoors in   
  winter.  Do not attempt to dry the disc with a hair dryer, etc.   
2. PRECAUtIOn On StORAGE  
•  After playing a disc, always unload it from the unit.   
•   Always store the compact disc in the jewel case, protecting from dirt or damage.   
•  Do not place discs in the following areas:        
    a)   Areas exposed to direct sunlight for a considerable time.   
    b)   Areas subject to accumulation of dust or high humidity.  
    c)   Areas affected by heat from indoor heaters, etc.  
 POWEr DOWN 
 COMPaCT DiSC
•  When you have finished using the CD unit, and before switching off the power, be sure that the disc 
  holder has been closed with the OPEN/CLOSE buttON.
• tRAY PROtECtIOn: If tray is not closed after 60 seconds, it will close automatically and pause.   
CauTiON: DO nOt forcibly close the disc holder when the power is off.
DO  nOt  switch  off  the  power  when  the  disc  holder  is 
open.  Switch  off  the  power  after  the  disc  holder  has 
been closed with the OPEN/CLOSE buttON.
Do not switch off the power when 
the disc holder is open.
to  avoid  damage,  please  don't  switch  off  the 
power until "no disc" or "time code" is showed on 
the LCD after the disc holder has been closed with 
the OPEn/CLOSE button.
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1-YEar LiMiTED WarraNTY
A. American Audio® hereby warrants, to the original purchaser, American Audio® products to be    
free of manufacturing defects in material and workmanship for a period of 1 Year (365 days) from    
the date of purchase. this warranty shall be valid only if the product is purchased within the    
United States of America, including possessions and territories. It is the owner’ s responsibility to    
establish the date and place of purchase by acceptable evidence, at the time service is sought. 
B.  for warranty service, send the product only to the American Audio® factory. All shipping charges
 must be pre-paid. If the requested repairs or service (including parts replacement) are within the   
 terms of this warranty, American Audio® will pay return shipping charges only to a designated 
 point within the United States. If the entire instrument is sent, it must be shipped in its original
 package. no accessories should be shipped with the product. If any accessories are shipped 
 with the product,  American  Audio®  shall  have no liability whatsoever for loss of or damage to 
 any such accessories, nor for the safe return thereof.  
C.  this warranty is void if the serial number has been altered or removed; if the product is modified 
 in any manner which American Audio® concludes, after inspection, affects the reliability of the 
 product; if the product has been repaired or serviced by anyone other than the American Audio® 
 factory unless prior written authorization was issued to purchaser by American Audio®; if the 
 product is damaged because not properly maintained as set forth in the instruction manual. 
D.  this is not a service contract, and this warranty does not include maintenance, cleaning or p eri-
 odic check-up. During the period specified above, American Audio® will replace defective parts 
 at its expense, and will absorb all expenses for warranty service and repair labor by reason of 
 defects in material or workmanship. the sole responsibility of American Audio® under this war-
 ranty shall be limited to the repair of the product, or replacement thereof, including parts, at the
 sole discretion of American Audio®. All products covered by this warranty were manufactured  
 after January 1, 1990, and bear identifying marks to that effect. 
E. American Audio® reserves the right to make changes in design and/or improvements upon its
 products without any obligation to include these changes in any products theretofore manufac-
 tured. 
f.  no warranty, whether expressed or implied, is given or made with respect to any accessory sup-
  plied with products described above. Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law, all 
 implied warranties made by American Audio® in connection with this product, including warran-
 ties of merchantability or fitness, are limited in duration to the warranty period set forth above. 
 And no warranties, whether expressed or implied, including warranties of merchantability or 
 fitness, shall apply to this product after said period has expired. the consumer’s and or Dealer’s
 sole remedy shall be such repair or replacement as is expressly provided above; and under no
 circumstances shall American Audio® be liable for any loss or damage, direct or consequential,
  arising out of the use of, or inability to use, this product.  
G.  this warranty is the only written warranty applicable to American Audio® Products and super-
 sedes all prior warranties and written descriptions of warranty terms and conditions her etofore  
 published. 
 WarraNTY 
						

							 SPECifiCaTiONS
GEnERAL  Model: American Audio® UCD-100 - Professional Compact Disc/USB Player
System: Single tray  front Loading, Digital Compact Disc/Mp3/USB Audio Player.
Disc type:  Standard compact discs (5 in / 12cm and 3in/8cm discs)
Dimensions:  3.5” H x 19” W x 11” D / 482W x 88.8H x 270.5D mm
Installation:                          Place on flat surface or mount in flat case
Weight: 9.59 Lbs. / 4.35 kgs  
Power supply: AC 100~240V, 50/60Hz  
Power consumption:  13W 
Pitch control range:  +/-4%, +/-8%, +/-16%, +/-100% for CDDA 
Pitch bend:  +/-4%, +/-8%, +/-16%, +/-100% for CDDA
Pitch accuracy: +/- 0.15%    
Environmental conditions:  Operational temperature:  5 to 35˚C (41 to 95˚f)   
       Operational humidity:  25 to 85% RH (non-condensation)     
      Storage temperature:  -20 to 60˚C (4 to 140˚f)
Accessories: Dual RCA Cable (for left and right channels)     
AUDIO SECtIOn:  
Quantization: 16 bit linear per channel  
Sampling rate:  44.1 kHz at normal pitch  
Over sampling rate:  8 times over sampling 1 bit D/A converter   
D/A conversion 16 bit  
frequency response:  +/-0.4 dB 20 Hz to 20,000 KHz for CDDA   
Output level: 2.0V +/- 0.5dB  
Load impedance:  47k ohm or more
Digital Output Level:  0.5V +/-0.1 p-p (Load = 75ohms)
AUDIO CHARACtERIStICS (tESt DISC:  tCD-782 & tCD-781; USB  tESt fORMA t: MP3, 128KBPS; LOAD=100Kohm):
     ItEM    nOMInAL      LIMIt       COnDItIOn
Output level (CD)  2V +/-0.5dB      2V +/-1dB     1KHz,0dB
Output level (USB)  1.85V +/-0.5dB    1.85V +/-1dB     1KHz,0dB
Channel balance  Within 0.2dB      Within 1dB     1KHz,0dB
frequency response (CD)  17-20KHZ +/-0.4dB    17-20KHZ +/-1dB   0dB OUtPUt
frequency response (USB)  17-16KHZ +/-0.2dB    17-16fKHZ +/-1dB   0dB OUtPUt
De-emphasis response (CD)  -20dB +/-0.2dB    -20dB +/-1dB    16KHz, -20dB
Channel separation (CD/USB) (*2)  93dB       85dB       1KHz,0dB
t.H.D. +  nOISE (CD) (*1)   0.008%      0.015%     1KHz,0dB
t.H.D. +  nOISE (USB) (*1)   0.007%      0.015%     1KHz,0dB
S/n ratio (CD) (IHf-A) (*2)  126dB       90dB       1KHz.0dB
S/n ratio (USB) (IHf-A) (*2)  85dB        80dB       1KHz.0dB
Dynamic Range (CD) (*2)  92dB        88dB       1KHz.-60dB
XLR Output Level  8.22dBm (2V) +/-0.5dB  8.22dBm (2V) +/-1dB  1KHz.0dB
nOtE: (*1) With 20KHz low pass filter. (*2) With 20KHz low pass filter and “IHf-A Weighted.
SEARCHInG tIME (tESt DISC:  tCD-792):
     ItEM  nOMInAL   LIMItS  COnDItIOn
Short access time  2 sec      4 sec   Play next track
Long access time  4 sec      6 sec    track 1 ->track 20 / track 20 ->t rack 1
PLAYABILItY:
     ItEM  nOMInAL   LIMIt   COnDItIOn
Interruption  1mm     0.7mm   tCD-725
Black dot  1mm     0.6mm   tCD-725
finger prints  75um     65um    tCD-725
Eccentricity  140um    140um   tCD-712, W/O  tRACK JUMP 
Vertical deviation 1mm     0.5mm   tCD-731R
Scratch  2mm     1.2mm   tCD-721 W/O)  tRACK JUMP
PICK-UP:
System Object lens drive system optical pick-up
Object lens drive system  2 dimensional parallel drive
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							tracking detection  3 spot beam detection
Optical source  Semiconductor laser
Wave length 780nm
nOtES:
the specifications are subject to change to any improvement by negotiations in advance.
the parts are subject to change to any improvement within the range of the specifications.
 SPECifiCaTiONS
MP3 FO RM AT
Applicable file  extension s  mp3. MP3.  mP3. Mp3 
ISO9660 Max. 63 cha racters 
Joliet Max. 63 cha racters 
CD-ROM sector  format  mode-1 only 
Max. numbe r of  Folders  255
Disc Format 
Max. numbe r of  files  Max. 999 files  (* note  #1) 
File System FAT 12/16/32 
Applicable file  extension s  mp3. MP3.  mP3. Mp3 
Max. numbe r of  Folders  999
USB Format 
Max. numbe r of  files  Max. 999 files
MPEG  1  La yer  3 standard  (ISO/IEC 
11172- 3), whic h prov ides  for  s ingle  
channel  (‘mono’)  and two-channel 
(‘stereo’) co ding at sampling rates o f 
32, 44.1 and  48kHz.  32/
40/48/56/80/ 96/112/ 128/ 160/ 192/
224/256/320  kbps 
Xing/VB RI VBR 
MPEG  2  La yer  3 standard  (ISO/IEC 
13818-3),  which  provide s for  similar  
coding  at sampling  rates  of 16, 
22.05 and 2 4 kHz.  32/
40/48/56/64/ 80/96/112/144/ 160 
Kbps
Xing/VB RI VBR 
MP3  Format 
MPEG 2. 5  Layer  3 standard,  which 
pr ov ides  for   sim ilar  coding  at 
sampling  rates of 8, 11.025  and 12 
kHz. 32/
40/48/56/64/ 80/96/112/144/ 160 
Kbps
Xing/VB RI VBR   
Disc at Onc e and Track  at Once   Disc Writing  Method 
Multi Sessio n  If the  1st session  is CDDA,  you can 
play back  Only  CDDA  track,  If the  1st
sessio n is  MP3,  you can playback 
only  MP3  file. 
Note  #1: ma x.255 files  each folder 
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