Pioneer PDR-W839 Changing the recording speed, Setting the recording level, Prepare for recording

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Starting tracks in time increments

If you aren't able to set track numbers automatically during recording (a radio program with interviews, for example), you might want to have the recorder start tracks after every three minutes or so. This will make it easier to listen back to sections of the recording at a later date. You can set the time increment to either one, three, or five minutes.

Note: The time increment will default to OFF when: recording is stopped; auto track numbering is turned off; power is switched off.

1Press MENU/DELETE.

2Turn the jog dial (4 and ¢ on the remote) until T. INC. appears in

the display, then press to ENTER.

The display shows the current time increment: one, three, five minutes, or OFF. The default is OFF.

3Turn the jog dial (4 and ¢ on the remote) to change the time increment.

4Press the jog dial to ENTER.

Changing the recording speed

The recorder defaults to double (x2) speed, but if you want to listen to the CD as it's recorded, single (x1) speed is better. This feature is only available when recording from the CD changer.

1Prepare for recording

REC MODE must be pressed before going to step 2. See pages 20–23 for step-by-step recording instructions.

2Press 41 or Á¢ (CD-R side)

to switch the copying speed.

The Hi indicator shows the selected speed (x1 or x2).

Note: When copying at double speed, you can only monitor the recording through the analog outputs, or through a pair of headphones. No signal is output from the digital outputs.

Setting the recording level

When recording commercially produced CDs, the recording level has already been optimized and you don't need to change it. Boosting the level will generally result in distortion where there are peaks in the music. If you're recording a non- commercially produced CD that has been consistently under- recorded, you may need to boost the level.

If you're putting together a mix CD of tracks from different discs you might find that some tracks sound louder than others because average volumes vary. To even this out you may want to reduce the recording level of some tracks.

This feature is only available when recording from the CD changer.

Note: If you are recording DTS encoded audio CDs or HDCD format CDs, the digital recording level must be set to 0dB for recording.

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Contents PDR-W839 Important Safety Instructions Information to User For U.S. and Canadian modelsClass Laser Product Infringement of Copyright For U.K. modelContents Hints on installation Using this manualBefore You Start Checking whats in the boxPower cord caution CD lens cleanerMaintaining your CD recorder Moving the unitPlaying partially recorded discs Recording copyright materialRecording and finalizing discs Connecting coaxial cords Connecting optical cordsConnecting stereo audio cords Connecting the control cordKeyboard controls Connecting a keyboardFront panel Power Ðoff / -ON- Press to switch the unit on Or offPress to stop playback or recording OPEN/CLOSEControls and Displays Remote controlRecording. p.27,38 Program Program the playback track order. p.36,37Disc 1/2/3 Indicates discs loaded DisplayGetting Started Setting the headphone levelQuick CD recording Recording tracks during playbackIf the disc was paused, then the pause mode is canceled Power to switch onPlaying a CD Press OPEN/CLOSE 10 again to close the disc trayPlayback modes Starting playback with a timerUsing the menu features NEW Music Switching the displayCD1 Track number / time remaining CD-RRecording time left on CD-R/CD-RW disc Total elapsed recording time During recording, press Display to switch the display modeRecording a CD Recording FeaturesIntroduction Recording individual tracks Press REC Mode twiceDisc you want to record Press CD =CD-R Start front panel OnlyThere are two recording options Heres how to record starting from any point on the discPress CD =CD-R Start REC this To recordR S T U V W X Y Z ProgramStopped Using CD textPress Name Jog dialEditing CD text Go to the track with the name you Want to copy Press Name to leave the track name modePress Name Clip again Press the jog dial EnterAutomatically numbering tracks Setting the fade length Press MENU/DELETESeconds Display, then press to EnterMake sure automatic track number Ing is switched OFF Setting the silence thresholdManually numbering tracks Start recordingPress 41 or Á¢ CD-R side To switch the copying speed Setting the recording levelHi indicator shows the selected speed x1 or Changing the recording speedThen press REC Mode Setting the balanceWhen youÕre satisfied with Turn the jog dial until BalanceFinalizing a disc Press 7CD-R side here to cancel finalizationLoad the Cdðr or Cdðrw you want to finalize Press FinalizeErasing a Cdðrw disc Finalizing and ErasingErase Last ? CD-RW Erase ALL ? CD-RWInitialize ? CD-RW Erase TOC ?Erase ALL ? Marking recorded tracks to skip Skip indicator starts to blinkO2 Skip SET? Play the track you want to to skip Press Skip SETO2 Skip CLR? Playing a disc with skip IDsCDÐ Trkpgm ÐÐ Playback FunctionsClearing the playlist Cdðr Trkpgm ÐÐ Using the repeat modesProgramming a playlist CD-R Fading in and fading out Using the random modePress Random to start random playback Press Fader during playback to pause the discMonitoring a source for recording Pressing Input repeatedly switches the active inputDisplay shows monitoring infor Mation To stop monitoring, press 7 CD-R sideDigital synchro recording Recording Other SourcesPress Input to choose the analog Line inputs Analog synchro recordingAdjust the recording level, if necessary For digital sources, check that Signal is compatibleWhen youre finished, press 7 to stop Recording Press Input to choose the input to UseWhile recording, or in record-pause Mode, press Recording blank sectionsTo finish the recording session here, press To restart recording, pressAdditional Information Power interruptions Digital signal interruptionsDigital recording restrictions Digital recording from DATAn attempt is made to start Understanding display messagesObstructing it. If the problem persists, contact a Error messagesOpen the disc tray and reload the disc. Make sure Open the disc tray and make sure that nothing isStop the source player. After a short time When the Synchro button wasMessages relating to recording Troubleshooting Specifications We Want You Listening ForALifetime For U.S. and Canadian models only

PDR-W839 specifications

The Pioneer PDR-W839 is a sophisticated component designed for audio enthusiasts who appreciate the nostalgia and warmth of CD recording and playback technology. This versatile CD recorder combines advanced digital audio technology with user-friendly features, making it an appealing addition to any home audio setup.

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