1 − Introduction

Thank you for your purchase of the TASCAM 202MKIV Double Auto Reverse Cassette Deck.

Before connecting and using the unit, please take time to read this manual thoroughly to ensure you understand how to properly set up and connect the 202MKIV, as well as the operation of its many useful and convenient functions. After you have finished reading this manual, please keep it in a safe place for future reference.

Dolby NR

Dolby NR is designed to reduce tape hiss, a noise introduced during the recording and playback process- es. This cassette deck is equipped with Dolby B-type Noise Reduction.

The Dolby NR system affects both recording and playback quality. In playback, be sure to set the DOLBY NR switch to the same position used when the recording was made.

Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories.

HX Pro headroom extension originated by Bang and Olufsen.

Dolby, HX Pro, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.

Supplied accessories

In addition to this manual, the 202MKIV has been

packed with the following:

 

• A rack-mounting screw kit (screws and washers)....

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• A warranty card.......................................................

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Contact your TASCAM supplier if any of these items are missing.

Rack-mounting the unit

If you are mounting the unit in a rack, leave 1U of space above it and 4 inch (10 cm) or more of space at the rear.

Use the rack-mounting kit to mount the unit in a standard 19-inch equipment rack, as shown in this section. Remove the feet of the unit before mounting.

About this manual

In this manual, we use the following conventions:

•The names of keys and controls are given in the fol- lowing typeface: EJECT.

•The alphanumeric portion of the display shows a message, this is shown in the following typeface:

CP01.

•If a preset indicator in the display (i.e. one which cannot change, but is either on or off) is shown, this is shown as follows: PARALLEL.

TASCAM 202MKIV