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2. Functions and Controls

 

 

xIN and OUT keys

Use these keys to record and clear the sampled sound. When you have recorded the sample, these keys will light. Start and stop sample playback using these keys. (page 17)

Pressing and holding the IN key then using the Jog wheel controls the sampler output level.

cLOOP and REV LEDs

Indicates the sampler playback mode. (pages 17 - 18)

vKEY ORIG / KEY key

Turns the KEY ORIGINAL function on and off. (page 14)

Sets the key control value. (page 15)

bTEMPO / BANK key

Selects the tempo range, either +/-8, 16, 32, 100 or 0%.

Selects the track memory bank from A to E. (page 18)

nBEND +/ A.RDY, –/A.CUE keys

Use these keys to perform pitch bending. (page 14)

Turns the AUTO CUE function on and off. (page 20)

Turns the AUTO READY function on and off. (page 20)

mTEMPO slider

Changes the playback tempo. (page 14)

2-4. Remote Controller (Bottom Panel)

,Remote Connector

Connect this to the REMOTE connector on the rear panel of the main unit.

WARNING

DO NOT use any cable except the cable supplied with the CD-X1700.

Connect the cable to the CD-X1700 as shown on the illustration on the rear panel. If you connect the cable in any other way, you may damage the CD- X1700.

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Tascam CD-X1700 owner manual Remote Controller Bottom Panel

CD-X1700 specifications

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