Marantz CDR300 Portable CD Recorder User Manual

1. Кіріспе

The Marantz CDR300 is a portable CD recorder designed for direct recording of audio, particularly spoken word, onto CD-R/RW media. This device combines the functionality of a professional portable recorder with the convenience of CD recording, allowing for immediate playback on standard CD players. Its robust design and versatile features make it suitable for various field recording applications.

2. Негізгі мүмкіндіктер

• Тікелей жазу: Records directly to blank CD-R/RW discs.
• Minute Track Mode: Automatically marks each minute of spoken word as a separate track for easy navigation during playback.
• Тасымалдау: Transportable, tabletop operation with options for AC power or optional RPS300 battery system for up to four hours of recording.
• Integrated Audio Tools: Features a built-in microphone, internal speaker, microphone inputs (including XLR), Automatic Level Control (ALC), mic filtering, limiter, and programmable EQ for optimized stereo recording.
• CD-R/RW үйлесімділігі: Supports standard CD-R and CD-RW media.

3. Өнім аяқталдыview

3.1 Алдыңғы панельді басқару элементтері

1-сурет: Алдыңғы view of the Marantz CDR300 with its remote control.

The front panel provides access to all primary recording and playback functions. Key controls include:

• Аудио реттеулері: BASS, MID, TREBLE knobs for tone control.
• Жазу параметрлері: TEXT, PHANTOM (for external microphones), PROG, REPEAT, MENU/STORE buttons.
• Disc Operations: DISC MODE, SINGLE, A-B, CANCEL/DELETE buttons.
• Қуат: POWER switch and STANDBY button.
• Көрсеткіш: LCD screen showing status, track information, and settings.
• CD науасы: Push ENTER button to open/close the CD tray.
• Recording/Finalizing: ERASE, FINALIZE, REC buttons.
• Көлікті басқару: Play/Pause, Stop, Skip Forward/Backward buttons.

3.2 Артқы панель қосылымдары

Figure 2: Rear panel connections of the Marantz CDR300.

The rear panel houses various input and output connections for external audio devices and power:

• Аудио шығыс: MIX OUT (RCA), LINE OUT (RCA).
• Дыбыстық кірістер: LINE IN (RCA), AUX IN (RCA), DIGITAL IN (Coaxial/Optical).
• Басқару порттары: RC-5, EXT. INT. (External/Internal microphone selector), FOOT PEDAL input.
• Қуат кірісі: DC IN (4-pin connector for optional RPS300 battery or external DC power), AC POWER ON/OFF switch.

3.3 Remote Control (RC300CDR)

Figure 3: The RC300CDR remote control unit.

The included remote control provides convenient access to most functions from a distance. It includes buttons for power, numerical input, text entry, display options, AMS (Automatic Music Search), repeat functions, track increment, and full transport controls (REC, Play/Pause, Stop, Skip).

4. Орнату

4.1 Қуат қосылымы

• Connect the supplied AC power adapter to the AC POWER input on the rear panel and plug it into a standard wall outlet.
• Alternatively, for portable use, connect the optional RPS300 battery system to the 4-pin DC IN connector.
• Ensure the AC POWER ON/OFF switch on the rear panel is in the 'ON' position.

4.2 Loading a Disc

• Press the 'Push ENTER' button on the front panel to open the CD tray.
• Place a blank CD-R or CD-RW disc, label side up, into the tray.
• Press the 'Push ENTER' button again to close the tray. The display will show "READING DISC" then "READY" or "NO DISC" if no disc is detected or if the disc is incompatible.

4.3 Аудио қосылымдар

• External Microphones: Connect professional microphones to the XLR inputs (if available, typically via an external mixer or pre-amp connected to Line In). Ensure PHANTOM power is enabled if required by your microphones.
• Сызықтық деңгейдегі құрылғылар: Connect audio sources like mixers, preamplifiers, or other playback devices to the LINE IN (RCA) or AUX IN (RCA) ports.
• Сандық дереккөздер: For digital audio input, connect compatible devices to the DIGITAL IN (Coaxial or Optical) port.
• Бақылау: Connect headphones to the headphone jack for private monitoring or connect external speakers to the LINE OUT (RCA) ports.

5. Пайдалану нұсқаулары

5.1 Негізгі жазу

1. Power on the unit and insert a blank CD-R or CD-RW disc.
2. Select your desired input source (internal microphone, external microphone via LINE IN, or other line/digital inputs). Use the EXT. INT. switch on the rear panel for microphone selection.
3. Adjust input levels using the ALC (Automatic Level Control) or manually set levels and apply mic filtering, limiter, or programmable EQ as needed via the menu.
4. түймесін басыңыз REC button to begin recording. The REC indicator will illuminate.
5. Жазуды тоқтату үшін түймесін басыңыз ТОҚТАТУ түймесі.

5.2 Minute Track Mode (for Spoken Word)

The "Minute Track Mode" is ideal for recording interviews, lectures, or meetings, as it automatically creates a new track marker every minute. This allows for quick navigation to specific points during playback.

1. Before recording, activate "Minute Track Mode" through the unit's menu settings. Refer to the on-screen display for navigation.
2. Proceed with recording as described in Section 5.1. The unit will automatically insert track markers every 60 seconds.

5.3 Ойнату

1. Insert a recorded CD into the tray.
2. түймесін басыңыз ОЙНАТУ/ТОҚТАТУ ойнатуды бастау үшін
3. Use the Skip Forward/Backward buttons to navigate between tracks. If "Minute Track Mode" was used, these buttons will jump to the next or previous minute marker.
4. түймесін басыңыз ТОҚТАТУ ойнатуды аяқтау үшін түймесін басыңыз.

5.4 Finalizing a Disc

After recording, a CD-R disc must be finalized to be playable on standard CD players. CD-RW discs do not always require finalizing for playback on the CDR300 itself, but it is recommended for universal compatibility.

1. Ensure the disc contains all desired recordings.
2. түймесін басыңыз АЯҚТАУ алдыңғы панельдегі батырма.
3. Follow the on-screen prompts to confirm the finalization process. This process is irreversible.

6. Техникалық қызмет көрсету

• Тазалау: Құрылғының сыртын тазалау үшін жұмсақ, құрғақ шүберекті пайдаланыңыз. Сұйық тазалағыштарды немесе еріткіштерді пайдаланбаңыз.
• Дискімен жұмыс: Always handle discs by their edges. Store discs in cases to prevent scratches and dust accumulation.
• Сақтау орны: Құралды тікелей күн сәулесінен және төтенше температурадан алыс салқын, құрғақ жерде сақтаңыз.

7. Ақаулықтарды жою

This section addresses common issues you might encounter with the Marantz CDR300.

• "NO DISC" displayed:
  • Ensure a disc is properly inserted, label side up.
  • Verify the disc is a compatible CD-R or CD-RW.
  • Clean the disc if it appears dirty or scratched.
• No recording audio:
  • Барлық аудио кабель қосылымдарын тексеріңіз.
  • Дұрыс кіріс көзінің таңдалғанына көз жеткізіңіз.
  • Verify input levels are not set too low or muted.
  • If using external microphones, confirm phantom power is supplied if needed.
• Disc not playable on other devices after recording:
  • Ensure the disc has been finalized (see Section 5.4).
  • Some older CD players may not be compatible with CD-R/RW media.
• Құрылғы қосылмайды:
  • Check AC power adapter connection and wall outlet.
  • Verify the AC POWER ON/OFF switch on the rear panel is in the 'ON' position.
  • If using battery power, ensure the battery is charged and properly connected.

8. Техникалық сипаттамалар

Figure 4: Bottom label with model and power specifications.

• Үлгі: CDR300
• Диск үйлесімділігі: CD-R, CD-RW
• Қуатқа қойылатын талаптар:
  • AC: 120V, 60Hz, 0.35A
  • DC: 13.2V, 2.0A (for optional RPS300 battery system)
• Кірістері: Line In (RCA), Aux In (RCA), Digital In (Coaxial/Optical), External Microphone (XLR via Line In), Foot Pedal.
• Шығарулар: Mix Out (RCA), Line Out (RCA), Headphone.
• Кірістірілген мүмкіндіктер: Microphone, Speaker, Automatic Level Control (ALC), Mic Filtering, Limiter, Programmable EQ.
• Элемент салмағы: Шамамен 21 фунт (9.5 кг)
• Бірінші қол жетімді күн: 2 жылдың 2001 қазаны

9. Кепілдік және қолдау

For warranty information, technical support, and service inquiries regarding your Marantz CDR300 Portable CD Recorder, please refer to the official Marantz website or contact your authorized Marantz dealer. Keep your purchase receipt as proof of purchase for warranty claims.