Tascam MD-801R/P Mk II, MD-801P Mk II owner manual Table of Contents

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1 - Introduction

1.1 About the MiniDisc format

1-1

1.1.1 ATRAC compression

1-1

1.1.2 Buffer memory

1-1

1.1.3 Random access and U-TOC

1-1

1.1.4 Track titling, etc

1-2

1.2 Care of MD media

1-2

1.3 About the MD-801R/P Mk II

1-2

1.3.1 Unpacking the unit

1-3

1.3.2 Rack-mounting the unit

1-3

1.3.3 Care of the unit

1-3

1.3.4 Backup memory

1-4

1.4 About this manual

1-4

2 - Front and rear panel features

 

2.1 Front panel

2-1

[1] POWER switch

2-1

[2]

Disc drive

2-1

[3]

EJECT key

2-1

[4] TRACK keys

2-1

[5]

STOP key

2-1

[6]

PLAY key and indicator

2-1

[7]

READY key and indicator

2-1

[8]

RECORD key and indicator

2-1

[9]

PHONES jack and level control

2-2

[10]

CALL key

2-2

[11]

JOG key and indicator

2-2

[12]

JOG/DATA dial

2-2

[13] SHUTTLE wheel

2-2

[14]

Display

2-2

[15] MENU key

2-2

[16]

TITLE key

2-2

[17]

TIME key

2-2

[18]

EDIT key

2-3

[19]

TOC WRITE key and indicator

2-4

[20]

AUTO READY key and indicator

2-4

[21]

AUTO CUE key and indicator

2-4

[22] PLAY MODE key

2-4

[23]

MEMO IN/CAPS key and indicator

2-4

[24] LOC A/DEL & LOC B/INSERT keys

 

and indicators

2-4

[25]

PITCH CONT key and indicator

2-4

[26]

REPEAT key and indicator

2-4

[27]

INPUT LEVEL controls

2-5

[28]

INPUT selection switch

2-5

[29]

DIGITAL INPUT switch

2-5

[30] REC MODE switch

2-5

[31] ANALOG INPUT switch

2-5

2.2 Display

2-5

(1)

RESUME indicator

2-5

(2)

 

indicator

2-5

(3)

CAPS indicator

2-5

(4)

EDIT indicator

2-5

(5)

DATE indicator

2-5

(6)

TRACK TITLE indicator

2-5

(7)

DISC TITLE indicator

2-6

(8)

TRACK NO. display and indicator

2-6

(9)

Time display and indicators

2-6

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(10) PGM NO

2-6

(11)

Dot-matrix alphanumeric display

2-6

(12)

TOC EDIT indicator

2-6

(13)

EOM

2-6

(14)

Peak level meters

2-6

(15)

REPEAT indicator

2-6

(16)

SINGLE indicator

2-6

(17)

A–B indicator

2-6

2.3

Rear panel

2-6

[32]

DIGITAL INPUT (AES/EBU)

2-6

[33] DIGITAL OUTPUT (AES/EBU)

2-6

[34]

DIGITAL INPUT (COAXIAL)

2-7

[35] DIGITAL OUTPUT (COAXIAL)

2-7

[36] ANALOG INPUTS and trimmers

 

 

(BALANCED)

2-7

[37] ANALOG INPUTS (UNBALANCED)

2-7

[38] ANALOG OUTPUTS (MONITOR)

2-7

[39]

Analog output function DIP switch

 

 

bank

2-7

[40] ANALOG OUTPUTS (LINE) and

 

 

trimmers

2-7

[41] WORD SYNC IN

2-8

[42] WORD SYNC THRU

2-8

[43] MODE SET DIP switch bank

2-8

[44] KEYBOARD connector

2-8

[45]

REMOTE (SERIAL) connector

2-8

[46] REMOTE CONTROL connector

2-8

[47] REMOTE (PARALLEL) connector

2-8

[48]

~ IN (power in connector)

2-8

3 - Menu items

 

3.1

Basic principles of menu operations3-1

3.2

Pitch control

3-1

3.3

Auto cue

3-1

3.4

Frame display

3-1

3.5

Jog loop length

3-1

3.6

Resume setting

3-2

3.7

EOM disc

3-2

3.8

EOM track

3-2

3.9

Timer-controlled playback

3-2

3.10 Incremental play

3-3

3.11 Serial communications

3-3

3.11.1 Baud rate

3-3

3.11.2 Word length

3-3

3.11.3 Parity

3-3

3.11.4 Stop bits

3-3

3.12 Check items

3-3

3.12.1 Spindle motor time

3-4

3.12.2 Laser pickup time

3-4

3.12.3 System software version

3-4

3.13 Auto track numbering level

3-4

3.14 Copy ID

3-4

3.15 Post-script recording

3-4

4 - Basic operations

 

4.1

Inserting and ejecting discs

4-1

4.2

Playback of discs

4-1

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Contents MD-801R@#/ MD-801P@# Important for U.K. Customers Important Safety PrecautionsImportant Safety Instructions Safety Information Table of Contents Specifications, etc Remote control of the MD-801Editing operations Use of a keyboard with the MD-801About the MiniDisc format IntroductionCare of MD media Care of MD mediaAbout the MD-801R/P Mk Track titling, etcUnpacking the unit About the MD-801R/P MkRack-mounting the unit Care of the unitAbout this manual Backup memoryAbout this manual Hookup Examplel Hookup ExamplelFront and rear panel features Front panel Front panel Edit key Auto Ready key and indicator TOC Write key and indicatorAuto CUE key and indicator Play Mode keyDisplay DisplayRear panel Rear panelAnalog Outputs Line and trimmers Analog output function DIP switch bankAnalog Inputs and trimmers Balanced Keyboard connector Mode SET DIP switch bankRemote Serial connector Remote Control connectorBasic principles of menu operations Auto cue Menu itemsFrame display Jog loop lengthResume setting Resume settingTimer-controlled playback EOM track10Incremental play Incremental play11Serial communications 12Check items13Auto track numbering level Auto track numbering level14Copy ID 15Post-script recordingPlayback of discs Basic operationsInserting and ejecting discs Playback of discs 14Jog mode 13Varispeed modeRepeat playback 10Track search operationsRecording operations Recording operationsBasic recording General notes on recording using the MD formatRebuilding the TOC Replace recording Track number incrementingPost-Script recording Digital recording Sound synchro recording10Track title copying together with audio Analog recordingEditing operations Cancelling an edit operationBasic editing operations Dividing tracksCombining tracks Erasing a trackErasing a track B point erase operations Moving tracksMoving tracks Erasing to the end of a track B point erase operationsErasing from the start of a track Normal A-B eraseMoving an A-B point Moving an A-B pointChanging track attributes Restoring erased materialRestoring erased material 11Track and disc title entry Erasing a complete disc10Erasing a complete disc Track and disc title entry 11.6Copying disc and track titles Tally indicators Remote control of the MD-801Sequential playback and recording Remote Parallel connectorFader start Error messages and troubleshooting guide Specifications, etcGeneral MiniDisc SpecificationsSpecifications Digital I/O Analog I/OOther connections General and electricalDimensional drawing Option Dimensional drawingRC-801 Remote Control Unit RC-8 Remote Control UnitAES/EBU Digital Input Index a EEOM Index F PSync IN, Word Sync THRU, Word Index R TIndex U W MD-801R@# MD-801P@#

MD-801R/P Mk II, MD-801P Mk II specifications

The Tascam MD-801P Mk II and MD-801R/P Mk II are professional MiniDisc players and recorders that cater to a wide range of audio applications. Recognized for their resilient build quality and impressive sound fidelity, these models bring versatility and reliability to both studio and live environments.

One of the standout features of the MD-801P Mk II and MD-801R/P Mk II is their compatibility with both Playback and Recording functionalities. With support for the MiniDisc format, these devices enable users to record and playback high-quality audio. The MD-801P Mk II focuses on playback, while the MD-801R/P Mk II combines recording and playback capabilities, making it suitable for various audio production needs.

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The user interface is designed with simplicity in mind. The clear LCD display provides essential information at a glance, while the intuitive layout of controls allows for easy navigation through functions and settings. Fast access to features like track selection and recording settings empowers users to focus on creativity without unnecessary distractions.

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