IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
TASCAM CD-RW900SL 7
1 − Introduction
TASCAM CD-RW900SL 7
In this manual, we use the term “reco rdable” disc to
describe a CD-R or CD-RW disc that has not been fi nal-
ized, i.e. further recordi ng is possible on the disc.

Recordable discs

About CD-R and CD-RW discs
CD-R discs can be recorded once only. Once they
have been used for recording, they cannot be erase d or
re-recorded. However, if space is available on the disc,
additional material can be recorded. T he pack-aging of
CD-R discs will include one of the following logos:
By contrast, a CD-RW disc can be used in much the same
way as a CD-R disc, but the last track or tracks re corded
can be erased before the disc has been “f inalized”, and the
space on the disc can be re- used for other record ings. The
packaging of CD-RW discs will include the logo one of the
following logos:
High Speed
However, you should note that an audio CD created
using a CD-RW disc may not play back satisfactorily on
every audio CD player. It will, naturally, be playable on
the CD-RW900SL. This is in no way a limitation of the
CD-RW900SL itself, but of the difference between the
different types of media and the methods used to read them.
There are precautions that you should take when handl ing
CD-R and CD-RW discs.
Avoid touching the recording (non-label) side of a disc on
which you will be recording. Recording on a disc requires
a cleaner surface than playing back, and fingerprints,
grease, etc. can cause errors in the recording process.
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CD-R and CD-RW discs are sensitive to the effects of
heat and ultraviolet rays. It is important that they a re not
stored in a location where direct sunlight w ill fall on
them, and which is away from sources of heat such as
radiators or heat-generating electrical dev ices.
Always store CD-R and CD-RW discs in their cases to
avoid dirt and dust accumulating on their su rfaces.
When labeling CD-R and CD-RW discs, always use a
soft oil-based felt-tipped pen to write the infor mation.
Never use a ball-point or hard-tipped pen, as this may
cause damage to the recorded side.
Always keep the recording sides of the discs away from
grime and dust to avoid a reduction in sound qualit y.
To clean a disc, wipe gently with a soft dry cloth from
the center towards the outside edge. Do not use thin ner,
gasoline, benzene or LP cleaning f luid, as these will
damage the disc and cause the disc unplayable.
Do not put labels or protective sheets on the discs and
do not use any protective coating spray.
If you are in any doubt as to the care and handling of a
CD-R and CD-RW discs, read the precautions supplied
with the disc, or contact the disc manufact urer directly.
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About finalizing
Although audio data may be written on a CD -R or CD-RW
disc, a standard CD player will not be able to read the dat a
(i.e. play back the audio) until a final *TOC has been writ-
ten at the start of the disc.
*TOC:Tableof contents*TOC:Table of contents
Information of recorded dat a, which contains title s, starting
and ending addresses, and et c..
The process of writing this table of contents is k nown as
“finalizing”. Once this has been do ne, no further data can
be written to the disc. See “Finaliz ing” on page 28 for
details. In the case of a CD-RW disc which has been fin al-
ized, the whole of the disc may be erased, or the disc may
be “refreshed”, and the disc re-used.
In addition, a CD-RW disc that has been fina lized may be
“unfinalized”, i.e. only the TOC is removed. This al lows
further tracks to be re corded to the disc, provided that
there is space on the disc.