Harman kardon cdr 30 owners manual

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2TABLE OF CONTENTS 3Introduction 3Important Information on CD Recording 4Safety Information 5Front Panel Controls 7Front Panel Information Display 9Rear Panel Connections 10Remote Control Functions 12Installation and Connections 14CD Recording Basics 14Disc Types 14CDR Terminology and Display Messages 15Playback Basics 15Loading and Unloading Discs 15Using the Remote 16Normal Play 16MP3 Playback 17HDCD ¨Playback 17Search 17Track Skip 18Dual-Play Mode 18Dual-Deck Operation 18Time Display 18Headphone Listening 19Program Play 19Programming Play Lists 19Checking, Editing and Clearing Programmed Play Lists 19Repeat Programmed Play 20Random Play 20Intro Scan 21CD Recording 21Disc Dubbing 22Recording From an External Source 23CD Sync Recording 23Finalizing CD-R and CD-RW Discs 23Unfinalizing and Erasing CD-RW Discs 23Unfinalizing a CD-RW Disc 24Erasing an Entire CD-RW Disc 24Erasing a Single Track 25Troubleshooting Guide and Error Messages 26Technical Specifications CDR 30Compact Disc Recorder Typographical Conventions In order to help you use this manual with the remote control, front panel controls and rear panel connections, certain conventions have been used. EXAMPLEÐ (bold type) indicates a specific remote control or front panel button, or rear panel connection jack EXAMPLEÐ (OCR type) indicates a message that is visible on the front panel information display EXAMPLEÐ (outlined type) indicates a lit indicator in the front panel information display 1Ð (number in a square) indicates a specific front panel control aÐ (number in an oval) indicates a button or indicator on the remote ÁÐ (number in a circle) indicates a rear panel connection AÐ (letter in a square) indicates an indicator in the front panel display , HDCD ¨, High Definition Compatible Digital ¨and Pacific Microsonics ªare either registered trademarks or trademarks of Pacific Microsonics, Inc., in the United States and/or other countries. HDCD system manufactured under license from Pacific Microsonics, Inc.

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3INTRODUCTION Introduction Thank you for choosing Harman Kardon. The CDR 30 CD Player/Recorder is a unique product, designed not only to play back your existing library of compact discs, but also to record compact discs from either analog or digi- tal programs. You may feed signals (for record- ing) to the CDR 30 from external sources such as an A/V receiver, a tuner, a tape deck or a CD player, or you may simply place a CD in one deck, and make a copy using a recordable CD in the other deck. Designed and engineered by Harman Kardon, the CDR 30 is among the first audio CD recorders with x4 speed capability. This means that it will take only 15 minutes to copy a 60-minute disc. The CDR 30 is also the first CD-R/RW audio recorder to offer MP3 playback, dubbing of MP3 discs to conventional CD discs, and HDCD ¨playback. The CDR 30 not only records with the highest speed and quality available but it is also an audiophile CD player. Through the use of audiophile-grade digital-to-analog converters (DACs), the CDR 30Õs performance rivals the most sophisticated high-end players. Should you wish to bypass the internal DACs and use an external digital processor, coax and optical digital outputs are available. Thanks to the CDR 30Õs dual-tray design, you may even play back two separate discs at the same time, for parties or multi-room applications. To make CD playback more enjoyable, the CDR 30 also features a wide range of program and repeat functions. Since CD recorders and MP3 are relatively new technologies, this may be your first CD-R product. Although CD recorders resemble play-only CD machines in many ways, there are some impor- tant differences between a standard CD and a CD-R. In addition, making a CD-R recording is also a different process than what you may be familiar with for making audio tape or cassette recordings. For that reason, we encourage you to read through this manual so that you are fully acquainted with the way CD recording works. This small investment in your time will pay major dividends in the enjoyment that will result from proper use of the CDR 30. If you have additional questions about this product Ð its installation or operation Ð that are not answered in this manual, please contact your dealer, who is your best source of local information. You may also contact Harman Kardon via e-mail through our Web site at www.harmankardon.com.Special Features n Dual-Deck CD Player and CD-R/CD-RW Recorder n X4 Dub Speed for Both CD-R and Erasable CD-RW Discs n Plays MP3 and HDCD-Encoded Discs n Audiophile-Grade Digital-to-Analog Converters for Highest Audio Quality n Dual-Play Capability n Extensive Playback Programming Capabilities n Coaxial and Optical Digital Inputs and Outputs nFront Panel Coaxial and Optical Digital Inputs for Use With Portable Devices n Sample-Rate Converter Allows Use of DAT Players as Digital Source n Ergonomic Remote ControlImportant Information About CD Recording In order to get the most enjoyment from your new CD-R recorder, please pay special attention to the following sections of the manual that provide information about the special features and capabilities of CD Recorders. n The CDR 30 plays all standard CD audio discs, but for recording, the CDR 30 uses special CD-R and CD-RW discs designed only for audio use. CD-R discs designed for computer use will not work in the CDR 30. See page 14 for more information on which types of discs are used with the CDR 30. n The last step in making a CD-R recording is the finalization process. Unless this step is properly done, the disc will not work in other players. See page 23 for information on finalizing discs. n Once finalized, CD-R discs will play in any CD player, but CD-RW discs will only play in the CDR 30 and certain other machines. Check the specifications of your CD player if you have questions about compatibility with CD-RW discs. n As with all CD players, except those designed specifically for portable use, you should never move a CD player while there is a disc inside one of the decks.NEVER move the CDR 30 until discs have been removed from both decks. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, do not use this (polarized) plug with an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the products enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.