1 – Introduction
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TASCAM CC-222
MK
IV
The CC-222
MK
IV has been designed for the playback of
CD-DA format discs and MP3 files recorded in ISO9660
format: In addition to ordinary 5-inch and 3-inch CDs, it
can also play properly recorded CD-R and CD-RW discs.
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Always place the compact discs in the trays with their
label facing upward.
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To remove a disc from its case, press down on the center
of the disc holder, then lift the disc out, holding it care-
fully by the edges.
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Avoid getting fingerprints on the signal side (opposite
the 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.
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Do not use any record spray, anti-static solutions,
benzene, paint thinner or other chemical agents to clean
CDs as they could damage the delicate playing surface.
It may cause CDs to become unplayable.
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Discs should be returned to their cases after use to avoid
serious scratches that could cause the laser pickup to
“skip.”
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Keep discs away from direct sunlight, and places of
high heat and humidity. If left in such places, warping
could result.
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Do not affix any labels or stickers to the label side of the
disc. Do not write on the disc with a ballpoint pen.
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Do not insert discs that have adhesive remaining from
tape or stickers that have been removed. If they are
inserted into the player, they could stick to the internal
mechanism, requiring removal by a technician.
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Do not use cracked discs.
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Only use circular compact discs. Avoid using non-circu-
lar promotional, etc. discs.
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Music discs with copy control, a compact disc copy-
protection system, have been released from several
record companies aiming to protect their copyright
interests. Since some of these discs do not comply with
the CD specifications, they may not be playable on the
CC-222
MK
IV.
Handling of compact 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 erased or
re-recorded. However, if space is available on the disc,
additional material can be recorded. The 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 recorded
can be erased before the disc has been “finalized”, and the
space on the disc can be re- used for other recordings. 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 CC-222
MK
IV disc may not play back satisfactorily on
every audio CD player. It will, naturally, be playable on
the CC-222
MK
IV. This is in no way a limitation of the
CC-222
MK
IV 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 handling
CD-R and CD-RW discs.
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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 finger-
prints, 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 are not
stored in a location where direct sunlight will fall on
them, and which is away from sources of heat such as
radiators or heat-generating electrical devices.
