TASCAM CD-400U Media
Player Hits the Mark for
Audio Professionals
Long known for its versa le professional
media players for the professional integrator
and pro audio markets, TASCAM has
introduced its CD-400U media player.
Combining a slot-loading CD player, AM/FM
tuner, stereo SD recorder, and Bluetooth
wireless and USB connec vity, the CD-400U
offers audio playback in real me or from
reliable fixed media. The unit also can
record from CD or the AM/FM source to CD
or to USB media.
The CD-400U provides professional-class
XLR balanced outputs, RCA unbalanced
main outputs, and a second set of RCA
unbalanced outputs dedicated to the
AM/FM source. An 1/8-inch auxiliary input
admits audio from a variety of external
sources, combining with the Bluetooth
wireless input to accept sources such as
smartphones, tablets, and more. A high-
quality ¼-inch stereo headphone output
enables quick and easy silent monitoring
and confirma on of opera on.
Once configured, a Panel Lock func on can
disable the panel bu ons to avoid
unauthorized opera on or programming. A
Power on Play func on automa cally starts
playback upon power-up. These features
combine to ensure tamper-proof, foolproof,
automa c opera on.
A standard RS-232C terminal enables
external remote control. An op onal IF-
E100 Ethernet card will provide IP control
over Ethernet in a future release. A two-line
backlit LCD displays the se ngs for easy
programming and opera on.
TASCAM has managed to concentrate all of
these media sources, recording features,
and professional connec vity in a space-
saving 1U rack design with an understated
black facade. Its combina on of form,
features, and easy, reliable opera on makes
the CD-400U a terrific choice for
ins tu ons, music venues, retail, schools,
restaurants, and more.
S I ATASCAM Introduces Two New Professional Mixers
Con nuing its long legacy of high-quality
professional mixers, TASCAM has introduced
the new MZ-223 and MZ-372. Both rack-
mount analog mixers offer flexible inputs,
mixing, and rou ng that makes them well
suited for installs in small to mid-size venues
such as restaurants, hotels, ballrooms,
mee ng rooms, and schools, as well as
residences.The compact, 2U rack-mount TASCAM MZ-
223 offers five audio channels, each with a
dedicated Gain poten ometer and two
stereo sets of RCA line-level inputs (ten RCA
inputs, total), that can be mixed,
segregated, and routed to three
independent zones or des na ons.
Channels 1 and 2 can also accommodate
phono-level signals for use with a turntable,
making the MZ-223 suitable for DJ and
residen al applica ons. Two convenient
front-panel, balanced XLR inputs handle
microphone signals.Each of the MZ-223's three stereo output
zones present balanced XLR and unbalanced
RCA line-level outputs, enabling long cable
runs or connec on to residen al power
amplifiers or powered speakers. A slider
switches the RCA outputs between 0.75V
and 1.5V. The MZ-223 also provides stereo
unbalanced RCA master Record outputs,
switchable for use with or without
microphones, that enable recording the
main mix to an external recording device for
capturing events. With the MZ-223's flexible
design, for example, you could route music
to Zone 1, ambient noise or natural sounds
to Zone 2, and a separate music track or a
voice announcement to Zone 3. The front
panel also includes a ¼-inch stereo
headphone output with level control.A generous assortment of front-panel
volume sliders, rou ng switches and
bu ons, EQ knobs, and mute bu ons
enable simple, fast setup and opera on. A
Talkover func on automa cally lowers
other source levels when microphones are
in use.The 3U rack-mount MZ-372 enables audio
signals to be mixed, muted, and routed to 2
redundant outputs or des na ons. Each of
its 6 audio channels has a
n independent volume control and features
2 stereo sets of unbalanced RCA line-level
inputs (12 RCA inputs, total) and 6 balanced
XLR mic/line (switchable) inputs on the rear
panel, plus a mic-level XLR input on the
front panel. Channels 1, 2, and 3 can be
switched to accommodate phono-level
signals for use with a turntable. A pair of
unbalanced RCA Booth outputs provide an
addi onal feed with independent control
for monitoring and can be switched
between stereo and mono opera on.Each of the MZ-372's dual outputs offer
balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA jacks,
enabling long cable runs or connec on to a
main mixer and monitor mixer, professional
power amplifier, or residen al power
amplifier or powered speaker. A Talkover
func on automa cally lowers other source
levels when microphones are in use. A
separate pair of unbalanced, line-level RCA
recording outputs make it simple to capture
events.Like the MZ-223, the MZ-372 employs front-
panel volume sliders, rou ng switches and
bu ons, EQ knobs, and mute bu ons for
simple, fast setup and opera on. The front
panel also includes a ¼-inch stereo
headphone output with level control.http://www.tascam.comSOLUTIONS UPDATE