Tascam CD-RW900mkII Owner's Manual

8 TASCAM CD-RW900MKII1 − IntroductionIn this manual, we use the term “recordable” disc to describe aCD-R or CD-RW disc that has not been finalized, i.e. furtherrecording is possible on the disc.Recordable discsAbout finalizingAlthough audio data may be written on a CD-R or CD-RW disc,a standard CD player will not be able to read the data (i.e. playback the audio) until a final *TOC has been written at the start ofthe disc.*TOC:Table of contentsInformation of recorded data, which contains titles, startingand ending addresses, and etc..The process of writing this table of contents is known as “final-izing”. Once this has been done, no further data can be written tothe disc. See “Finalizing” on page 28 for details. In the case of aCD-RW disc which has been finalized, the whole of the disc maybe erased, or the disc may be “refreshed”, and the disc re-used.In addition, a CD-RW disc that has been finalized may be “unfi-nalized”, i.e. only the TOC is removed. This allows further tracksto be recorded to the disc, provided that there is space on the disc.About CD-R and CD-RW discsCD-R discs can be recorded once only. Once they have been usedfor recording, they cannot be erased or re-recorded. However, ifspace is available on the disc, additional material can be record-ed. The pack-aging of CD-R discs will include one of the follow-ing logos:By contrast, a CD-RW disc can be used in much the same way asa CD-R disc, but the last track or tracks recorded can be erasedbefore the disc has been “finalized”, and the space on the disccan be re- used for other recordings. The packaging of CD-RWdiscs will include the logo one of the following logos:High SpeedHowever, you should note that an audio CD created using aCD-RW disc may not play back satisfactorily on every audio CDplayer. It will, naturally, be playable on the CD-RW900MKII.This is in no way a limitation of the CD-RW900MKII itself, butof the difference between the different types of media and themethods used to read them.There are precautions that you should take when handling CD-Rand CD-RW discs.• Avoid touching the recording (non-label) side of a disc onwhich you will be recording. Recording on a disc requiresa cleaner surface than playing back, and fingerprints,grease, etc. can cause errors in the recording process.• CD-R and CD-RW discs are sensitive to the effects ofheat and ultraviolet rays. It is important that they are notstored in a location where direct sunlight will fall onthem, and which is away from sources of heat such asradiators or heat-generating electrical devices.• Always store CD-R and CD-RW discs in their cases toavoid dirt and dust accumulating on their surfaces.• When labeling CD-R and CD-RW discs, always use asoft oil-based felt-tipped pen to write the information.Never use a ball-point or hard-tipped pen, as this maycause damage to the recorded side.• Always keep the recording sides of the discs away fromgrime and dust to avoid a reduction in sound quality.To clean a disc, wipe gently with a soft dry cloth fromthe center towards the outside edge. Do not use thinner,gasoline, benzene or LP cleaning fluid, as these willdamage the disc and cause the disc unplayable.• Do not put labels or protective sheets on the discs and donot use any protective coating spray.• If you are in any doubt as to the care and handling of aCD-R and CD-RW discs, read the precautions suppliedwith the disc, or contact the disc manufacturer directly.