The remote control unit keys are listed here, together with the number (in square brackets) of the corre- sponding key on the main unit, when these keys are identical in function to those on the main unit. When these keys have a different function, or are additional to those on the main unit, an explanation of their function is provided.

[30] OPEN/CLOSE key

See [4].

[31] Number keys

These number keys are used to select tracks for pro- grammed playback, or to select a particular track to play. See section 3, "Playback operations", for details of how to perform these operations.

When entering track numbers greater than nine, the two keys corresponding to the digits that compose the track number should be pressed in quick7 succes- sion. For instance, when entering track number 14, first press the 1 key, quickly followed by the 4 key.

[32] REPEAT key

This key works in the same way as the repeat key on conventional CD players.

Repeated presses of this key will cycle between the following repeat modes: repeating the current track (REPEAT 1), repeating the whole disc (REPEAT ALL), and no repeat.

[33] PGM key

Use this key in conjunction with the number keys for programmed playback, as described in 3.3.1, "Pro- grammed playback".

[34] DISPLAY key

See [6].

[35] FINALIZE key

See [11].

[36] ERASE key

See [12].

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[37] SYNC START key

See [18].

[38] AUTO/MANUAL

See [7].

[39] TRACK INCR key

When the track increment function is in manual mode, as selected with the AUTO/MANUAL key

[7], pressing this key while a disc is being recorded will increment the current track number. See 4.4, "Manual track division" and 4.4, "Manual track divi- sion" for details.

This is equivalent to pressing the RECORD key on the main unit [17] when recording a disc. This key has no effect in playback mode.

[40] SKIP keys

See [13].

[41] SEARCH keys

These three keys allow fast playback in either the for- ward or backward direction in order to assist precise location of a point on a disc, similar to the cue and review modes on a tape recorder.

Pressing the ð or ï key will start playback at twice normal speed in either the forward or backward direction respectively.

Pressing the FAST key, followed by the ð or ï key, will start playback at eight times normal speed in either the forward or reverse direction, respectively.

[42] STOP key

See [14].

[43] PLAY key

See [15].

[44] PAUSE key

See [16].

[45] RECORD key

See [17].

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Tascam CD-RW5000 owner manual Number keys, Repeat key, PGM key, Track Incr key, Search keys

CD-RW5000 specifications

The Tascam CD-RW5000 is a professional-grade CD recorder and player, renowned for its robustness and versatility in music and audio production environments. Positioned as a reliable solution for both live performances and studio applications, the CD-RW5000 features a sleek design and an array of advanced technologies that cater to a variety of audio recording needs.

One of the primary features of the CD-RW5000 is its ability to record, play, and finalize CDs in both CD-R and CD-RW formats. This flexibility allows users to create audio CDs for distribution or for archival purposes. The device is equipped with high-quality A/D and D/A converters that ensure exceptional sound fidelity, capturing every nuance of the input signal and delivering a clear and detailed output.

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