10 TASCAM 2488neo
1 − Introductions
The 2488neo may be used in most areas, but to maintain
top performance, and prolong operating life, obser ve the
following notes, precautions and environmental conditions:
Avoid exposing it to extremes of temperature and
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humidity and avoid mechanical shocks and vibration.
Keep the unit away from strong magnetic fields (T V
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sets, computer monitors, large electric motors, etc.).
The nominal temperature should be bet ween 5°C and
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35°C (41°F and 95°F).
Relative humidity should be 30 to 80 percent.
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As the unit may become hot during operation, always
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leave sufficient space above the unit for ventilation. Do
not install this unit in a confi ned space such as a book-
case, and do not put anything on top of the unit.
Avoid installing this unit on top of any heat-generating
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electrical device such as a power amplifier.
Make sure that the unit is mounted in a level position for
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correct operation.
Beware of condensation
If the unit (or a compact disc) is moved from a cold to a
warm place, or used after a sudden temperat ure change,
there is a danger of condensation; vapor in the air could
condense on the internal mechanism, ma king correct oper-
ation impossible. To prevent this, or if this occurs, let the
player sit for one or two hours at the new room temperature
before using.
Never use a stabilizer or printable discs
Using commercially available CD stabilizers or printable
recordable discs with this player will damage the mecha-
nism and cause it to malfunction.
CAUTION
Never use a disc that has had a stabilizer mounted to
it. The residual adhesive may cause the disc to stick to
the turntable of the 2488neo. If it stick s to the turn-
table, you will need a technician to get it out.
Handling of compact discs
The 2488neo has been designed for the playback of CD-DA
(standard audio) format discs.
Always place the compact discs in the trays with their
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label facing upward.
To remove a disc from its case, press down on the center
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of the disc holder, then lift the disc out, holding it care-
fully by the edges.
Avoid getting fingerprints on the signal side (the non-
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label side). Grime and dust may cause skipping, so keep
discs clean and store them in their cases when not being
played. To clean the signal side of a disc, wipe gently
with a soft dry cloth from the center towards the outside
edge.
Keep discs away from direct sunlight, and places of
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high heat and humidity. If left in such places, warping
could result.
Do not use any record spray, anti-static solutions,
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benzene, paint thinner or other chemica l agents to clean
CDs as they could damage the delicate playing surface.
It may cause CDs to become unplayable.
Discs should be returned to their cases af ter use to avoid
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dirt as well as serious scratches that could caus e the
laser pickup to skip.
Do not affix any labels or stickers to the label side of the
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disc and do not use any protective coating spray.
Do not insert discs that have adhesive remaini ng from
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tape or stickers that have been removed. If they are
inserted into the player, they could stick to the inter nal
mechanism, requiring removal by a techn ician.
Do not use cracked discs.
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Only use circular compact discs. Avoid using non-circu-
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lar promotional, etc. discs.