TEAC VRDS-701T CD Transport Owner’s Manual

TEAC VRDS-701T CD Transport

Product Information

Specifications

• Model: CD Transport
• Model Number: D01412021B
• Power Supply: 120V
• Product Type: Consumer Laser Product
• Laser Classification: Class 1

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

• Q: Can I remove the cover of the CD Transport?
  • A: No, removing the cover or back of the CD Transport is not recommended as there are no user-serviceable parts inside. Please refer to qualified service personnel for any servicing needs.
• Q: What should I do if I experience problems with the product?
  • A: If you encounter any issues with the CD Transport, please contact the store where you purchased it for a service referral. Do not continue using the product until it has been repaired.
• Q: Can I clean the CD Transport with a wet cloth?
  • A: No, it is recommended to clean the CD Transport only with a dry cloth. Avoid exposing it to drips or splashes.

Product Usage Instructions

To ensure proper usage of the CD Transport, please follow these instructions:

Power Connection

Connect the CD Transport to a power outlet using the provided power supply cord. Ensure that the outlet has a protective grounding connection.

Battery Installation

If your CD Transport includes a remote control, follow these steps to install the batteries:

1. Open the battery compartment located on the back of the remote control.
2. Insert batteries of the same type into the compartment, following the polarity markings (+/-).
3. Close the battery compartment securely.

CD Playback

To play a CD using the CD Transport, follow these steps:

1. Press the power button to turn on the CD Transport.
2. Open the CD tray by pressing the “Open/Close” button.
3. Place a CD onto the tray, with the label facing up.
4. Close the CD tray by pressing the “Open/Close” button again.
5. Use the control buttons or the remote control to navigate through the CD and select the desired track.
6. Adjust the volume using the volume control knob or buttons.

Important Safety Instructions

Before using the CD Transport, please read and follow these important safety instructions:

• Do not remove the cover or back of the product. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. If servicing is needed, refer to qualified service personnel.
• The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle indicates the presence of potentially dangerous voltage. Do not touch any internal components.
• The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle indicates important operating and maintenance instructions. Please refer to the accompanying literature.
• Avoid exposing the appliance to rain or moisture to prevent fire or electric shock hazards.
• Do not remove the external cases or cabinets to expose the electronics. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
• If you experience any problems with the product, contact the store where you purchased it for service referral. Do not use the product until it has been repaired.
• Only use controls, adjustments, and procedures specified in the user manual to avoid hazardous radiation exposure.
• Read and keep these instructions for future reference.
• Heed all warnings and follow all instructions provided.
• Do not use the apparatus near water.
• Clean the product only with a dry cloth.
• Ensure proper ventilation by not blocking any ventilation openings and following the manufacturer’s installation instructions.
• Avoid installing the product near heat sources such as radiators or heat registers.
• Only use attachments and accessories specified by the manufacturer.
• Use the product only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer.
• Avoid exposing the apparatus to drips or splashes.
• Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
• Handle the parts on the left and right sides of the front carefully to prevent any damage or injury.
• Ensure that the power supply cord is plugged into an AC outlet with a protective grounding connection.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAUTION

• RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
• DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USERSERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

Warning

• 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 product’s 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.

WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION

• DO NOT REMOVE THE EXTERNAL CASES OR CABINETS TO EXPOSE THE ELECTRONICS. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS ARE INSIDE.
• IF YOU ARE EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH THIS PRODUCT, CONTACT THE STORE WHERE YOU PURCHASED THE UNIT FOR A SERVICE REFERRAL. DO NOT USE THE PRODUCT UNTIL IT HAS BEEN REPAIRED.
• USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE.

1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or groundingtype plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

• The apparatus draws nominal non-operating power from the AC outlet with its POWER or STANDBY/ON switch not in the ON position.
• The mains plug is used as the disconnect device; the disconnect device shall remain readily operable.
• Caution should be taken when using earphones or headphones with the product because excessive sound pressure (volume) from earphones or headphones can cause hearing loss.

CAUTION

• Do not expose this apparatus to drips or splashes.
• Do not place any objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
• The handle-like parts on the left and right sides of the front panel are decorative. Do not put your fingers through them or use them to carry the unit.
• Do not install this apparatus in a confined space such as a book case or similar unit.
• The apparatus should be located close enough to the AC outlet so that you can easily reach the power cord plug at any time.
• If the product uses batteries (including a battery pack or installed batteries), they should not be exposed to sunshine, fire or excessive heat.
• CAUTION for products that use replaceable lithium batteries: there is danger of explosion if a battery is replaced with an incorrect type of battery. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.

WARNING: Products with Class ! construction are equipped with a power supply cord that has a grounding plug. The cord of such a product must be plugged into an AC outlet that has a protective grounding connection.

IN USA/CANADA, USE ONLY ON 120V SUPPLY.

Precautions concerning batteries

Misuse of batteries could cause them to rupture or leak leading to fire, injury or the staining of nearby things. Please read and observe the following precautions carefully.

• Be sure to insert the batteries with correct positive (¥) and negative (^) orientations.
• Use batteries of the same type. Never use different types of batteries together.
• If the remote control is not used for a long time (more than a month), remove the batteries to prevent them from leaking.
• If the batteries leak, wipe away the leakage inside the battery compartment and replace the batteries with new ones.
• Do not use batteries of types other than those specified. Do not mix new batteries with old ones or use different types of batteries together.
• Do not heat or disassemble batteries. Never throw batteries into fire or water.
• Do not carry or store batteries with other metallic objects. The batteries could short circuit, leak or explode.
• Never recharge a battery unless it is confirmed to be a rechargeable type.
• Do not expose batteries to extremely low air pressure as it could result in an explosion or leakage of flammable liquids or gases.

Laser information

This laser product is a consumer laser product according to EN 50689:2021 and complies with all consumer laser product requirements except child appealing products. This product contains a laser system and is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT according to IEC 60825-1:2014. This class does not require special attention in normal use. Do not take apart to prevent being exposed to the laser beam

Laser

• Type: EP-C101
• Manufacturer: EVER BRIGHT ELECTRIC SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY(BEIHAI)LTD.
• Laser output: 0.7mW on the objective lens
• Wavelength: 790 ±25 nm

Model for USA

This product has been designed and manufactured according to FDA regulations “title 21, CFR, chapter 1, subchapter J, based on the Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968”, and is classified as class ! laser product. There is not hazardous invisible laser radiation during operation because invisible laser radiation emitted inside of this product is completely confined in the protective housings. The label required in this regulation is as follows:

Model for USA

Supplier’s Declaration of Conformity

• Model number: VRDS-701T
• Trade name: TEAC
• Responsible party: 11 Trading Company, LLC
• Address: 3502 Woodview Trace #200 Indianapolis, IN 46268 U.S.A.
• URL: https://11tradingcompany.com/contact-us/

FCC STATEMENT

This device complies with Part.15 of FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

1. this device may not cause harmful interference
2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Information

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the equipment and/or the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

CAUTION

• Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Model for Canada

• Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s Compliance Statement:
  • This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Model for Europe

• This product complies with the European Directives request, and the other Commission Regulations.

Model for UK

• This product complies with the applicable UK regulations.

For European Customers

Disposal of electrical and electronic equipment and batteries and/or accumulators

• All electrical/electronic equipment and waste batteries/ accumulators should be disposed of separately from the municipal waste stream via collection facilities designated by the government or local authorities.
• By disposing of electrical/electronic equipment and waste batteries/accumulators correctly, you will help save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment.
• Improper disposal of waste electrical/electronic equipment and batteries/accumulators can have serious effects on the environment and human health because of the presence of hazardous substances in the equipment.
• The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) symbols, which show wheeled bins that have been crossed out, indicate that electrical/electronic equipment and batteries/accumulators must be collected and disposed of separately from household waste.
  • If a battery or accumulator contains more than the specified values of lead (Pb), mercury (Hg), and/or cadmium (Cd) as defined in the Battery Directive (2006/66/EC, 2013/56/EU), then the chemical symbols for those elements will be indicated beneath the WEEE symbol.
•  Return and collection systems are available to end users. For more detailed information about the disposal of old electrical/ electronic equipment and waste batteries/accumulators, please contact your city office, waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the equipment.

MQA and the Sound Wave Device are registered trademarks of MQA Limited © 2016
Other company names, product names and logos in this document are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

Thank you for choosing TEAC. Read this manual carefully to get the best performance from this unit.
After reading it, keep it in a safe place for future reference.

Floating mounting of the CD mechanism And Discs

Floating mounting of the CD mechanism

• In order to enhance the audio quality, the entire CD mechanism employs a floating structure so it is not fixed to the chassis of the unit.
• The entire mechanism, including the tray, can move slightly forward, backward, left and right. This is by design and no cause for concern.

Discs

Types of discs that can be played by this unit

• CDs with the “COMPACT disc DIGITAL AUDIO” logo
• CD-R and CD-RW discs that have been properly recorded and finalized using the audio CD format.

8cm CDs are not supported.
Adapters cannot be used.

CAUTION: If you try to play any other type of disc with this unit, loud noises that could damage speakers or harm hearing might occur. Never try to play any type of disc other than those shown above.

This unit might not be able to properly play Copy Control CDs, Dual Discs or other special CDs that do not conform to the Red Book CD standard. Operation and sound quality cannot be guaranteed when special discs are used in this unit. If playback of a special disc should cause trouble, contact the seller of the disc.

CD-R/CD-RW discs

This unit can play CD-R/CD-RW discs that are in audio CD format(CD-DA).

• Be sure to finalize discs created by CD recorders.
• Depending on the quality of the disc and the condition of the recording, playback might not be possible. For details, see the operation manual for the device you are using.
• If you have any questions about how to handle a CD-R or CD-RW disc, contact the seller of the disc directly.

Precautions for use

• Do not use cracked discs because they could damage the unit.
• When writing something on the label side of a disc, use a felt tip permanent marker. The use of a ballpoint pen or other pen with a hard tip could damage the disc, making it unplayable.
• Never use commercially-available CD stabilizers. Doing so could make the disc unplayable or damage the unit.
• Never use discs with irregular shapes, including heart-shaped and octagonal discs, because they could damage the unit.
• If a CD-R/CD-RW disc that has a printable label surface is left in this unit for a long time, it could stick to the inside and become extremely difficult to remove and possibly even cause the unit to malfunction. Always remove such discs and store them in cases when not in use. Moreover, avoid using discs that have just been printed because they are especially prone to sticking.

Handling discs

• Always load discs with their labeled sides up.
• Be careful when handling discs. If the side that contains the data (unlabeled side) is scratched, smudged with fingerprints or otherwise dirty or marred, errors could occur during playback.
• To remove a disc from its case, while pressing down on the center of the case, hold the disc by its edges.

Storing discs

• Discs should be stored in their cases when not being used. Failure to do so could result in warping and scratches.
• Do not leave discs in places that are exposed to direct sunlight or that are very humid or hot. Doing so could cause discs to become deformed or degraded, making them unplayable.
• CD-R and CD-RW discs are more susceptible to the impacts of heat and ultraviolet rays than ordinary CDs. For this reason, do not leave them for long times in places that are exposed to direct sunlight or near devices that generate heat, for example.
• Always clean discs before storing them. Leaving a disc in an unclean state might result in skipping or degraded sound quality.

Maintenance

• If the side of the disc that has the data encoded on it (unlabeled side) becomes dirty with fingerprints or dust, use a soft cloth to wipe the surface from the center directly toward the edge.
• Never use record cleaners, antistatic treatments, thinners or similar chemicals to clean discs. Such chemicals could harm the surface of the disc.

Included accessories

Check to be sure the box includes all the supplied accessories shown below. Please contact the store where you purchased this unit if any of these accessories are missing or have been damaged during transportation.

• Power cord × 1
• Remote control (RC-1338) × 1
• Batteries for remote control (AAA) × 2
• Foot pads × 3
• Owner’s manual (this document, including warranty) × 1
  • For information about the warranty, users living in the USA and Canada should see pages 74–75 and the back cover (warranty document). Users living in Europe and other regions should.

Using the TEAC International Site

• You can download updates for this unit from the TEAC International Site: https://teac.jp/int/
• Click Language at the top right of the page and select the desired country or region to access a page in the corresponding language.

Before use

• This equipment is very heavy, so take care to avoid injury when opening the packaging and when moving it.
• The handle-like parts on the left and right sides of the front panel are decorative. Do not put your fingers through them or use them to carry the unit.
• Do not install this unit in a location that could become hot. This includes places that are exposed to direct sunlight or near a radiator, heater, stove or other heating equipment. Moreover, do not place it on top of an amplifier or other equipment that generates heat. Doing so could cause discoloration, deformation or malfunction.
• Avoid locations that are subject to vibrations or exposed to excessive dust, cold or moisture.
• When installing this unit, leave a little space (at least 3 cm or 1″) between it and walls and other devices in order to allow good heat dissipation. If you put it in a rack, for example, leave at least 5 cm (2″) open above and 10 cm (4″) open behind it. Failure to provide these gaps could cause heat to build up inside and result in fire.
• Place the unit in a stable location.
• Do not place anything on top of the unit.
• Do not lift or move the unit during playback because the disc rotates at high speed. Doing so could damage the disc.
• Always remove any loaded disc before moving this unit or packing it for installation in a different location, for example. Moving the unit with a disc inside could cause damage.
• The voltage supplied to the unit should match the voltage printed on the back of the unit. If you are in any doubt regarding this matter, consult an electrician.
• Do not open the body of the unit as this might result in damage to the circuitry or cause electric shock. If a foreign object should get into the unit, contact your dealer.
• oo When removing the power plug from the wall outlet, always pull directly on the plug; never yank on the cord.

Note about pinpoint feet

• High-precision metal pinpoint feet are attached to the bottom plate of this unit.
• The pinpoint feet and their stands are loose, but when the unit is placed in position, it is supported by these pinpoint feet, which effectively disperse vibrations.
• The included foot pads are intended to protect the surface where the unit is placed. Apply them to the bottoms of the footstands to avoid scratching the surface where the unit is placed.

Maintenance

• Wipe dirt from the top cover and other panel surfaces using a soft cloth that has been slightly dampened with a diluted neutral cleanser.
• Do not wipe with chemical cleaning cloths, thinner or other chemical agents. Doing so could damage the surface.

WARNING: For your safety, disconnect the power cord from the outlet before cleaning.

MQA (Master Quality Authenticated)

MQA is an award-winning British technology that delivers the sound of the original master recording. The master MQA file is fully authenticated and is small enough to stream or download. Visit mqa.co.uk for more information. The VRDS-701T includes MQA technology, which enables you to play back MQA audio files and streams, delivering the sound of the original master recording.

‘MQA’ or ‘MQA.’ indicates that the product is decoding and playing an MQA stream or file, and denotes provenance to ensure that the sound is identical to that of the source material. “MQA.” indicates it is playing an MQA Studio file, which has either been approved in the studio by the artist/producer or has been verified by the copyright owner.

Display example during MQA playback

Using the remote control

Precautions for use

_ Warning: _Misuse of batteries could cause them to rupture or leak, which might result in fire, injury or the staining of nearby materials. Please read and observe the precautions on page 3 carefully.

• When using the remote control, point it toward the remote control signal receiver on the main unit from a distance of 5 m (16 ft) or less. Do not place obstructions between the main unit and the remote control.
• The remote control might not work if the remote control signal receiver on the unit is exposed to direct sunlight or bright light. If this occurs, try moving the unit.
• Beware that use of this remote control could cause the unintentional operation of other devices that can be controlled by infrared rays.

Installing batteries

• Remove the cover from the back of the remote control and insert two AAA batteries with their +/- oriented as shown in the case. Replace the cover.

When to replace batteries

• If the distance required between the remote and the main unit decreases or if the main unit stops responding to the remote buttons, replace both batteries with new ones.
• Dispose of the used batteries according to the instructions on them or requirements set by your local municipality.

Remote control parts and functions

When the main unit and the remote control both have buttons with the same functions, this manual explains how to use one of the buttons. The other corresponding button can be used in the same manner.

• a STANDBY/ON button
  • Press this to put the unit into standby mode or turn it on.
• b Number buttons
  • Use these to select and program tracks, for example.
• c Repeat ( ) button
  • Use this to change the repeat playback setting.
• d Tray OPEN/CLOSE (-) button
  • Press this to open and close the disc tray.
• e DIMMER button
  • Press this to adjust the brightness of the main unit’s display.
• f DISPLAY button
• g INFO button
  • Press this to show playback format information.
• h CLEAR button
  • Use this to clear programmed tracks.
• i MENU button
  • Press this to enter setting mode.
  • Press this when in setting mode to return to the previous screen.
• j PLAY MODE button
  • Press this to switch between program and shuffle playback modes.
• k Skip ( ) buttons/ up/down ( ) buttons
  • Use these to skip to the previous or next track.
  • Press and hold these buttons during playback to search backward/forward.
  • When the menu screen is open
  • Use these buttons to select setting values.
• l Play/pause ( ) button/ ENTER button
  • Press this when stopped or paused to start or resume playback.
  • Press this during playback to pause.
  • When the menu screen is open
  • Press this to start or confirm setting value selection.
• m Stop ( ) button
  • Press this during playback to stop playback.

Main unit parts and functions

• A STANDBY/ON switch
  • Use this to put the unit into standby mode or turn it on.
  • If the display is off even though the STANDBY/ON switch is set to ON, the cause is usually one of the following.
  • The power is on, but DIMMER (display brightness) is set to AUTO OFF.
  • The automatic power saving function has activated, putting the unit into standby.
  • The power cord is disconnected.
  • The unit is in standby because of the trigger function.
  • To turn the unit on when the automatic power saving function has activated, putting the unit into standby, press the STANDBY/ON button on the remote control, or set the STANDBY/ON switch to STANDBY once and then back to ON.
• B Disc tray
  • Load a disc here.
• C CLOCK indicator
  • This shows the clock synchronization status.
  • Lit: The unit is currently synchronized with the clock from the CLOCK sync input (10MHz IN) connector.
  • Blinking: No clock is being input, or the unit is trying to synchronize with the clock signal.
  • Unlit: External clock is not being used.
  • See for clock sync settings.
• D Tray open/close (-) button
  • Press this to open and close the disc tray.
• E  Remote control signal receiver
  • This receives signals from the remote control. When operating the remote control, point it at the remote control signal receiver.
• F Display
  • This display shows information about the audio playing back and menu screens.
• G Skip knob ( )
  • Use this to skip to the previous or next track.
  • When the menu screen is open
  • Use this to select setting values.
  • Press this to start or confirm setting value selection.
• H MENU button
  • Press this to enter setting mode.
  • Press this when in setting mode to return to the previous screen.
• I REPEAT ( ) button
  • Use this to change the repeat playback setting.
• J PLAY MODE button
  • Use this to switch between the ordinary, shuffle/random and program playback modes.
• K Playback control buttons
  • Stop ( ) button
  • Press this to stop playback.
  • Play ( ) button
  • Press this when stopped or paused to start playback.
  • Pause ( ) button
  • Press this during playback to pause.

Automatic power saving function

• This unit has an automatic power saving function.
• By default, the setting is ON.
• The unit will automatically enter standby mode if no audio is output and no operation is conducted for about 30 minutes.
• Set the automatic power saving function to OFF to disable it.

Display brightness

• You can adjust the brightness of the unit’s display.
• By default, the setting is Slightly BRIGHT (Stays lit dimly).
• When set to AUTO OFF (automatic illumination off ), the display turns off when not being operated.
• NO DISC and other warnings will stay lit.

Connections

Warning: After all connections are complete, connect the power cord’s plug to the AC wall outlet.

• Read the instructions of each device that you intend to use with this unit.
• Do not bundle connecting cables with power cords. Doing so could cause noise.
• Connect all plugs completely.

• A 12V TRIGGER connectors
  • Use these to control power from an external source.
  • Do not connect anything to these connectors when not using them.
  • Use commercially-available mono mini plug cables for connections.
• B UPDATE (maintenance) port
  • This is used for maintenance. Do not connect anything to this port unless instructed to do so by our service department.
• C COAXIAL/OPTICAL digital audio output connectors
  • Use these to output digital audio. Connect digital audio input connectors of audio devices here.
  • Use commercially-available RCA coaxial digital cables or rectangular optical digital cables for connection.
• D CLOCK sync input (10MHz IN) connector
  • Use this connector to input 10MHz clock synchronization signals.
  • Use a commercially available BNC coaxial cable for connection.
• E Power inlet (~IN)
  • Connect the supplied power cord here.
  • After all other connections are complete, connect the power cord’s plug to a wall outlet.

Warning

• Do not use any power cord other than the one included with this unit. Use of other power cords could result in fire or electric shock.
• Disconnect the power plug from the outlet if you will not use the unit for a long time.

Synchronizing external devices with power operations of this unit (trigger function)

• The power of a connected D/A converter or another device that supports trigger functions can be synchronized with the power operations of this unit.
• Use commercially-available mono mini plug cables for connections.

12V TRIGGER connectors

• OUT
  • When this unit is turned on, it outputs 12 V.
  • By connecting this unit’s TRIGGER OUT connector to a power amplifier, subwoofer or other device that supports trigger input, the power supply of that device can be synchronized with the power operations of this unit.
• IN
  • Connect this to the trigger output connector of a preamp or other device.
  • This will make the power operation of that preamp or other device control this unit, putting it in standby and turning it on.

ATTENTION

• To use the trigger input function, set this unit’s STANDBY/ON switch to ON.
• When connecting both IN and OUT, be careful not to cause a trigger loop in the entire system.

Display

When on

• After the display appears as above, it will show the status.

When no disc is available

Display example: stopped

• When a disc is playing or paused, press the DISPLAY button to change the display as follows.

Display example: playing back

Playback format information screen

• Press the INFO button on the remote control during playback to show playback format information.
• The input signal and playback signal displays will be the same when the MQA setting is “OFF”.

Basic operation

1. Shift the STANDBY/ON switch to its ON position to turn the unit on.
   • If a stereo amplifier is connected to this unit, always turn the amplifier on very last.
2. Minimize the volume.
   • Minimize the volume on devices used to control the volume (e.g., a stereo amplifier).
3. Press the tray open/close ( ) button.
4. Place a disc on the tray with the labeled side up.
   • Do not put more than one disc onto the tray at a time.
   • If the tray is closed while a disc is outside the center guides, the disc might become stuck inside and the tray might not open. Be sure to always place discs within the guides at the center of the tray.
   • When the tray is opening or closing, do not force it by hand.
5. Press the tray open/close (-) button to close it.
   • CAUTION: Be careful not to let your fingers be pinched when the tray closes.
   • “READING” will appear on the display and the unit will start loading the disc.
   • The unit takes some time to load the disc.
   • Wait until the total number of tracks and total playback time appear on the display.
   • When loading completes, the display will appear as follows.
   • Display example
   • When POWER ON PLAY is ON, playback will start immediately after the unit is turned on.
   • “NO DISC” appears if no disc has been loaded.
   • “No support” appears if a disc that cannot be played is loaded.
6. Press the play ( ) button.
   • Playback starts from the first track.
   • Display example
7. Adjust the volume.
   • Adjust the volume on devices used to control the volume (e.g., a stereo amplifier).

NOTE

• The automatic power saving function is set to ON when shipped new from the factory.
• When DIMMER (display brightness) is set to AUTO OFF, the display will turn off when not being operated.

Skipping to search for a track

• Turn the skip ( ) knob. Use it to skip to the previous or next track. Keep turning until the desired track is selected.
• After a track is selected, it will start playing back from the beginning.
• During playback, turn the skip . knob one click to return to the beginning of the current track. Turn the skip . knob continuously to select and play lower-numbered tracks.

Searching for part of a track

• During playback, press and hold a skip ( ) button on the remote control to search backward/forward.
• Release the skip ( ) button when you find the part to which you want to listen.

Repeat playback

• Press the repeat ( ) button to cycle through repeat modes as follows.

Shuffle and random playback

• To switch to shuffle/random playback, press the PLAY MODE button repeatedly until appears at the top right of the display.
• Shuffle or random playback will occur according to the setting.
• Random playback will not stop until the stop ( ) button is pressed.
• When random playback is active, the repeat playback setting has no effect.

Using the number buttons to select a track for playback

When playing or stopped, press number buttons to select a track by number and start playback from that track. To play a track with a single-digit number, press that number button. To play a double-digit track number, press the +10 button as many times as necessary, and then press the corresponding number button for the second digit. Playback starts after the track number is input.

Operation examples

Program playback

• Program playback is only possible with audio CDs.

Using program playback

1. Press the PLAY MODE button repeatedly until PGM appears at the top right of the display.
   • If PGM is selected during playback, the playing track will be added as program step 1.
   • NOTE: Programming is possible even when the tray is open. In this case, track numbers 1 – 99 can be programmed. After a CD is loaded, however, track numbers that are not on the CD will be removed.
2. Use the number buttons to input track numbers.
   • See “Using the number buttons to select a track for playback” for instructions about inputting tracking numbers.
   • Display example
3. Continue to input the numbers for the tracks you want to program.
4. Press the play/pause ( ) button on the remote control or the play ( ) button on the unit to start program playback.
   • Skipping, searching and repeat playback functions can be used during program playback.

NOTE: When “PGM” appears at the top right of the display, what happens when number buttons are used to input track numbers depends on the PROGRAM PLAY setting.

Checking the program order

• Press the skip ( ) buttons when playback is stopped to change the program step shown, allowing the program order to be checked.
• Press the stop ( ) button when finished checking.

Changing programmed tracks

• Pressing the skip ( ) buttons when playback is stopped causes the program step to blink, showing the program editing mode is active.
• Press the stop ( ) button to end program editing mode.

Inserting tracks

1. Use the skip ( ) buttons when playback is stopped to show the program step where you want to insert a track.
2. Use the number buttons to input track numbers.
   • In this example, track number 6 has been added at program step 3. The tracks on all the following program steps will be pushed to later steps.
   • Continue inputting track numbers to insert multiple tracks.
3. Press the stop ( ) button to end editing.

Clearing selected tracks

1. Use the skip ( ) buttons when playback is stopped to show the program step with the track you want to clear.
2. Press the CLEAR button to remove the track from the program.
   • In this example, track number 6 has been cleared at program step 2, bringing tracks at step 3 and later forward.
3. Press the stop ( ) button to end editing.

NOTE: Pressing the CLEAR button when stopped will clear the track on the last step added to the program.

Clearing the entire program

Do any of the following to clear the program.

• Press the PLAY MODE button so that “PGM” disappears from the top right of the display.
• Eject a disc.

Settings

1. Press the MENU button to open the menu screen.
2. Turn the skip knob ( ) to show the item that you want to set.
   • You can also use the up and down ( ) buttons on the remote control.
   • The menu items appear in the following order.
3. Press the skip knob ( ).
   • You can also press the ENTER button on the remote control.
   • The currently set value is shown on the display.
4. Turn the skip knob ( ) to change setting values.
   • You can also use the up and down (k, j) buttons on the remote control.
   • Press the MENU button to return to setting item selection.
5. Press the skip knob ( ).
   • You can also press the ENTER button on the remote control.
6. When you are done changing settings, press the MENU button to show the status again.
   • If you do not do anything for about seven seconds, the display will return to showing the status.

Clock sync

• OFF
  • No clock sync is used.
• ON
  • This unit’s master clock will be synchronized to the 10MHz clock input through the CLOCK sync input (10MHz IN) connector.

Display brightness

• BRIGHT
  • Stays lit brightly.
• Slightly BRIGHT
  • Stays lit dimly.
• DARK
  • Stays dark.
• AUTO OFF
  • Turns off automatically.
  • The display turns off when not being operated.

NOTE: This can be set directly with the remote control DIMMER button.

Automatic power saving function

• This unit has an automatic power saving function.
• The automatic power saving function is ON when the unit is shipped new from the factory.
• OFF
  • The automatic power saving function is disabled.
• ON
  • The unit will automatically enter standby mode if no audio is output and no operation is conducted for about 30 minutes.
  • The automatic power saving time setting can be used to change the amount of time until the unit enters standby mode.

Automatic power saving time setting

• This sets the amount of time until the automatic power saving function causes the unit to enter standby.
• This can be set in a range from 1–255 minutes in 1-minute increments (30 minutes by default).

MQA

This sets the MQA decoding function.

• OFF
  • MQA decoding will not be used.
• ON
  • Only core decoding will be conducted. The output will be at twice the sampling frequency (88.2 kHz).

Power on playback function

Playback can start automatically when the unit is turned on.

• OFF
  • Playback will not start automatically when the unit is turned on.
• ON
  • Playback will start automatically when the unit is turned on.

Shuffle and random playback

Shuffle and random playback modes can be selected.

• SHUFFLE PLAY
  • This plays each track on the disc once.
  • Unless repeat has also been set, playback will stop after all tracks on the disc have been played.
• RANDOM PLAY
  • This plays the tracks on the disc randomly.
  • Regardless of the repeat setting, playback will not stop until the stop ( ) button is pressed.

Program playback track input behavior

This sets what happens when the number buttons are used during program playback.

• PLAY LATER
  • The input track number is added to the end of the program.
  • The track that is playing continues to play.
• PLAY NOW
  • The input track number is added to the end of the program and starts playing immediately.

Coaxial digital output

This sets the output from the COAXIAL digital audio output connector.

• OFF
  • No audio signal will be output from the COAXIAL digital audio output connector.
• ON
  • Audio signals will be output from the COAXIAL digital audio output connector.

Optical digital output

This sets the output from the OPTICAL digital audio output connector.

• OFF
  • No audio signal will be output from the OPTICAL digital audio output connector.
• ON
  • Audio signals will be output from the OPTICAL digital audio output connector.

Information display

This shows the version of the firmware used by the unit.

• SYSTEM
  • The microcomputer firmware version
• USB
  • The USB firmware version
• FPGA
  • The FPGA firmware version
• CD DRIVE
  • The CD drive firmware version

Troubleshooting

If you experience a problem with this product, please take a moment to review the following information before requesting service. If it still does not operate correctly, contact the retailer where you purchased the unit.

General

• The unit does not turn on.
  • Check that the power cord is completely plugged into the power outlet. If the outlet is switched, confirm that the switch is in the ON position.
  • Connect a different electrical device to the outlet to confirm that it is supplying power.
  • If the automatic power saving function has caused the unit to enter standby, press the remote control STANDBY/ON button to turn the unit on again.
• The unit automatically enters standby mode.
  • This is because the automatic power saving function put the unit into standby. Set the STANDBY/ON switch to STANDBY once and then set it to ON again.
  • Change the automatic power saving setting if necessary.
• Remote control does not work.
  • Turn the main unit on.
  • If the batteries are exhausted, replace both of them with new ones.
  • The remote control will not work if there are obstructions between it and the main unit. Point the remote control at the front panel of the unit from a distance of less than about 5 m (16 ft).
• A television or other device is operating improperly.
  • The use of this unit’s remote control might cause some televisions and other devices with wireless remote control functions to operate incorrectly.
• There is a humming noise.
  • If a connecting cable is near a power cord, fluorescent light or similar cause of interference, increase the distance between them as much as possible.
• No sound is output.
  • If a stereo amplifier is connected to this unit, adjust its volume.
  • Reconfirm the connections with other equipment.

CD Transport

• Playback is not possible.
  • If the disc is upside down, reload it with the labeled side up.
  • If the disc is dirty, wipe it clean.
  • If a blank disc is loaded, replace it with a disc that has recordings on it.
  • Depending on the quality and recording conditions of the disc, some CD-R/CD-RW discs cannot be played back.
  • This unit cannot play back unfinalized CD-R/CD-RW discs.
• The sound skips.
  • Vibrations will cause the sound to skip. Install this unit in a stable location.
  • If the disc is dirty, wipe it clean.
  • Do not use discs that are scratched or cracked.

Clock sync

The CLOCK indicator does not stop blinking.

• Set clock synchronization to OFF when not using it.
• A clock signal to which the unit cannot synchronize might be being input. Check the connections of the clock sync connectors and the settings of the connected devices.

Since this unit uses a microcontroller, external noise and other interference can cause the unit to malfunction. If this occurs, unplug the power cord, wait for a while, and then turn the unit on again and restart operations.

Note about condensation

If this unit is brought from a cold outdoor environment into a warm room, or the heater has just been turned on in the room where it is located, for example, condensation might occur on operating parts or lenses, resulting in improper operation. If this occurs, leave the product on and wait one to two hours. This should enable normal playback.

Restoring default settings

1. While pressing and holding the MENU button, set the STANDBY/ON switch to ON.
2. Release the MENU button when the FACTORY RESET menu appears.
3. Press the skip knob ( ).
   • The usual screen will appear after resetting completes.
   • Display example

ATTENTION

• Do not put the unit in standby until the usual screen appears.
• This operation will restore all settings to their default values.
• The factory default settings are the setting values shown in the screen images used in the explanations of this manual.

Playable disc types

• Audio CD (including CD-R and CD-RW)
• 8cm CDs are not supported.

Specifications

Clock sync input

• Connector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BNC
• Input sampling frequency. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 MHz
• Input impedance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Ω
• Input level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rectangle wave: equivalent to TTL levels
  • Sine wave: 0.5 to 1.0 Vrms

Digital audio outputs

• COAXIAL digital. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
• Output level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.5 Vpp
• Output impedance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75 Ω
• OPTICAL digital. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
  • TOS (JEITA RC5720C)

External control

• Trigger input (12V TRIGGER IN). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
  • (3.5mm mono mini jack)
• Input level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 V, 1 mA
• Trigger output (12V TRIGGER OUT). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
  • (3.5mm mono mini jack)
• Output level. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 V
• Maximum current supply. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 mA

General

• Power supply
  • Model for Europe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AC 220–240 V, 50/60 Hz
  • Model for U.S.A./Canada. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AC 120 V, 60 Hz
• Power consumption. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 W
• Standby power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0.4 W (in standby mode)
• External dimensions (W × H × D, including protrusions)
  • 444 × 111 × 333 mm (17 1/2″ × 4 3/8″ × 13 1/8″)
• Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10.1 kg (22 3/8 lb)
• Operating temperature range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . +5°C to +35°C
• Operating humidity range. . . . . . . . . . . . 5% to 85% (no condensation)
• Storage temperature range. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . −20°C to +55°C

Included accessories

1. Power cord × 1
2. Remote control (RC-1338) × 1
3. Batteries for remote control (AAA) × 2
4. Foot pads × 3
5. Owner’s manual (this document, including warranty) × 1

• For information about the warranty, users living in the USA and Canada should see pages 74–75 and the back cover (warranty document). Users living in Europe and other regions should.
• Specifications and appearance are subject to change without notice.
• Weight and dimensions are approximate.
• Illustrations in this manual might differ slightly from production models.

WARRANTY CARD

• Model: VRDS-701T
• Serial No: ……………………………..
• Owner’s address: ……………………………..
• Date of purchase.: ……………………………..
• Dealer’s name: ……………………………..
• Owner’s name: ……………………………..
• Dealer’s address: ……………………………..

TEAC CORPORATION

• 1-47 Ochiai, Tama-shi, Tokyo 206-8530, Japan
• https://teac.jp/int/

This product has a serial number located on the rear panel. Please write it here and retain this for your records.

References

• Splash Page - MQA Labs
• TEAC | International Website

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