Tascam CD-A500 Owners Manual

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11_ 1. Press the POWER switch ON.
2. Set the REV MODE switch to the
required tape travel mode.
3. Load a pre-recorded cassette with its
open edge facing down and side A fac-
ing toward you.
4. Select ON/OFF of the DOLBY NR system.
5. Press the ”or ∏button to start play-
back.
6. Adjust the volume with the amplifiers
volume control.
OTo stop playback, press the STOP but-
ton.
Playback
The tape counter counts up when the tape
is moving forward and down when the tape
is being rewound.  The display can...

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12_ You can change the tape speed during
playback, allowing to change the pitch of
the reproduced sound.
By turning the PITCH CONTROL to the right,
the tape speed becomes faster, resulting in
higher pitch. By turning it to the left, the
tape speed becomes slower, resulting in
lower pitch.
OAt the fully clockwise position, the tape
speed is approx. 12% faster .
OAt the fully counterclockwise position,
the tape speed is approx. 12% slower.
Pitch Control
OIf, by using the Ò, the required CPS
number...

Using the CD SYNC function, a CD-to-tape
copy can be done easily and simply.
1. Load a compact disc.
2. Load a recordable cassette.
3. Select ON/OFF of the DOLBY NR system.
OIn the CD SYNC mode, the INPUT level
control has no effect, as the recording
level is automatically adjusted internally. 
∑To record from the beginning of
the tape
Press the CD SYNC button in the Stop
mode.
The tape is rewound to the beginning of
Side A and the counter is reset to 0000,
while the CD player is in the Ready mode at
the...

The unit has a timer controlled function.
This lets you start playback or recording
operations at any desired time when an
optional audio timer is used.
∑Timer Playback of CD or Cassette
1. Connect the unit and your stereo system
to an audio timer as shown in the dia-
gram.
2. Set the power switches of all compo-
nents to ON.
3. Load a disc or a prerecorded cassette.
4. Set the timer switch to the CD or TAPE
position.
5. Set the audio timer to the required start
(power on) and stop (power off) times....

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Basic troubleshooting of this unit is similar to troubleshooting of any other electrical or electronic equipment.  Always check the most obvious pos-
sible causes first.  To give you a few ideas of what to look for, check the following:
Troubleshooting
Problem Probable cause Remedy
General
No power when POWER is pressed. Power plug not inserted securely. Plug in securely.
Hum Pin-cord plug not connected securely. Re-connect plug securely.
Noise in tuner. Too close to tuner. Keep a reasonable...

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GeneralPower requirements: 
120/230 V AC, 50–60 Hz 
(U.S.A./Canada/General export model)
230 V AC, 50 Hz (Europe/U.K. model)
240 V AC, 50 Hz (Australia model)
Power consumption:14 W
Dimensions (W x H x D):
483 x 133 x 270 mm (19 x 5-1/4 x 
10-5/8)
Weight:6.4 kg (14.1 lbs.)
Standard Accessories
Wireless remote control RC-A500,
Battery (SUM-3, AA, R6 type) x 2
OImprovements may result in specifi-
cation or feature changes without
notice.
OPhotos and illustrations may differ
slightly from production...

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