1. Introducció
The TASCAM CD-A580 v2 is a versatile, rack-mountable professional audio device designed for a wide range of applications. It integrates a cassette recorder, a CD player, and a USB memory recorder into a single unit, offering comprehensive media compatibility. This manual provides essential information for the safe and efficient operation of your CD-A580 v2.

Figura 1.1: Davant view of the TASCAM CD-A580 v2. This image displays the front panel with the CD tray, cassette deck, USB port, and various control buttons and display.
Les característiques clau inclouen:
- Rack-mountable design suitable for professional installations.
- High-stability and durable one-way IC logic transport control for cassette operations.
- Direct dubbing from CD to cassette or USB memory.
- Recording from line input to USB memory or cassette.
- Pitch control functionality (up to +/-10%) for cassette playback.
2. Informació important de seguretat
Please read these safety instructions carefully before using the unit. Keep this manual for future reference.
- Font d'alimentació: Connecteu la unitat només a la font d'alimentació especificada del voltage. Ensure the power cord is securely plugged into an AC outlet.
- Ventilació: No bloquegeu les obertures de ventilació. Assegureu-vos que hi hagi un flux d'aire adequat al voltant de la unitat per evitar el sobreescalfament.
- Humitat i líquids: Do not expose the unit to rain, moisture, or dripping/splashing liquids. Never place objects filled with liquids on the unit.
- Objectes estrangers: Do not insert any objects into the unit's openings. This could cause electric shock or damage.
- Manteniment: No intenteu fer el manteniment d'aquesta unitat vosaltres mateixos. Envieu totes les tasques de manteniment a personal de servei qualificat.
- Col·locació: Place the unit on a stable, level surface. Avoid locations with excessive vibration, dust, extreme temperatures, or direct sunlight.
- Producte làser: This product contains a laser. Do not open the CD compartment while the unit is powered on.
3. Configuració
3.1 Desembalatge i comprovació del contingut
Carefully unpack the CD-A580 v2 and check that all included accessories are present:
- TASCAM CD-A580 v2 unit
- Comandament a distància (RC-1329)
- AAA batteries for remote control (x2)
- Rackmount screws
- Instruction manual (with warranty information)
- Guia de registre d'ID TASCAM
3.2 Muntatge en bastidor
The CD-A580 v2 is designed for standard 19-inch rack mounting. Use the provided rackmount screws to secure the unit into an equipment rack. Ensure sufficient space for ventilation above and below the unit.
3.3 Connexió de la unitat

Figura 3.1: Rear panel of the TASCAM CD-A580 v2. This view shows the unbalanced RCA input and output jacks, the AC power inlet, and various safety certifications and warnings.
- Connexions d'àudio:
- Entrada de línia: Connecteu la font d'àudio (per exemple, mesclador, preamplificador)amplifier) al LINE INPUT (UNBALANCED) RCA jacks on the rear panel. Ensure left (L) and right (R) channels are connected correctly.
- Sortida de línia: Connecteu el LINE OUTPUT (UNBALANCED) RCA jacks to your amplifier, powered speakers, or recording device. Ensure left (L) and right (R) channels are connected correctly.
- Connexió d'alimentació: Connect the supplied AC power cord to the AC IN connector on the rear panel and then to a suitable AC outlet.
- Memòria USB: Insert a USB memory device into the USB port on the front panel for recording or playback.
- Auriculars: Connect headphones to the headphone jack on the front panel for monitoring audio.
4. Instruccions de funcionament
4.1 Reproducció bàsica
Reproducció de CD:
- Premeu el botó OBRIR/TANCAR botó per obrir la safata de CD.
- Place a CD onto the tray with the label side up.
- Premeu OBRIR/TANCAR de nou per tancar la safata.
- Premeu el botó JUGAR per iniciar la reproducció.
- Utilitza el SALTAR botons per navegar entre pistes.
Reproducció de cassets:
- Premeu el botó EJECTAR botó per obrir la porta del casset.
- Insert a cassette tape into the deck.
- Tanqueu la porta del casset.
- Premeu el botó JUGAR per iniciar la reproducció.
- Utilitza el REBOBINAR i AVANT RÀPID botons per navegar per la cinta.
- To adjust playback speed, use the CONTROL DE PITCH knob (up to +/-10%).
USB Memory Playback:
- Insert a USB memory device containing MP3 files al port USB.
- Select the USB source using the FONT botó.
- Use the navigation buttons to select desired files o carpetes.
- Premeu el botó JUGAR per iniciar la reproducció.
4.2 Enregistrament
Recording to USB Memory:
- Insert a formatted USB memory device into the USB port.
- Select the desired input source (CD, Cassette, or Line Input) using the FONT botó.
- Premeu el botó REC button to arm recording.
- Premeu JUGAR on the source (CD/Cassette) or start audio from the Line Input.
- Premeu REC de nou per començar a gravar.
- Premeu STOP per acabar d’enregistrar.
Recording to Cassette Tape:
- Insert a recordable cassette tape into the deck.
- Select the desired input source (CD, USB, or Line Input) using the FONT botó.
- Premeu el botó REC button on the cassette deck section to arm recording.
- Premeu JUGAR on the source (CD/USB) or start audio from the Line Input.
- Premeu REC de nou per començar a gravar.
- Premeu STOP per acabar d’enregistrar.
4.3 Control remot (RC-1329)
The included remote control provides convenient access to most functions. Ensure the AAA batteries are correctly installed. Point the remote control directly at the unit's remote sensor for optimal operation.
5. Manteniment
- Neteja de la unitat: Feu servir un drap suau i sec per netejar l'exterior de la unitat. No utilitzeu productes de neteja abrasius, ceres ni dissolvents.
- CD Lens Cleaning: If CD playback becomes unreliable, use a commercially available CD lens cleaner disc.
- Neteja del capçal del casset: Periodically clean the cassette heads, pinch rollers, and capstans with a cotton swab lightly moistened with isopropyl alcohol. This helps maintain optimal sound quality and prevents tape damage.
- Desmagnetització: Demagnetize the cassette heads periodically using a cassette head demagnetizer to prevent high-frequency loss.
- Emmagatzematge: When not in use for extended periods, disconnect the power cord and store the unit in a cool, dry place.
6. Solució De Problemes
| Problema | Causa possible | Solució |
|---|---|---|
| Sense poder | Cable d'alimentació no connectat; Presa de corrent defectuosa | Comproveu la connexió del cable d'alimentació; proveu una presa de corrent diferent |
| Sense sortida de so | Incorrect audio connections; Volume too low; Wrong source selected | Verify RCA cable connections; Increase volume; Select correct input source |
| El CD no es reprodueix | CD inserted incorrectly; CD dirty/scratched; Disc format not supported | Insert CD correctly; Clean or replace CD; Ensure disc is audio CD or MP3 CD |
| La cinta de casset no es reprodueix/grava | Tape tangled/damaged; Heads dirty; Wrong direction selected | Check tape condition; Clean cassette heads; Ensure correct tape direction |
| Falla l'enregistrament per USB | USB memory full; USB memory not formatted correctly; USB memory not compatible | Suprimeix files or use another USB; Format USB to FAT32; Try a different USB device |
| El comandament a distància no funciona | Batteries depleted/incorrectly inserted; Obstruction between remote and unit | Replace batteries, check polarity; Remove obstructions; Ensure remote is pointed at sensor |
7. Especificacions
| Característica | Detall |
|---|---|
| Nom del model | CD-A580 v2 |
| Marca | TASCAM |
| Tipus de producte | Cassette Recorder, CD Player, USB Memory Recorder |
| Tecnologia de connectivitat | USB |
| Consum d'energia | 13 W |
| Elements compatibles | Headphones, Headphone Jack |
| Number of Discs (CD) | 1 |
| Components inclosos | Remote control (RC-1329), Remote control batteries (AAA) x 2, Rackmount screws, Instruction manual (with warranty), TASCAM ID registration guide |
8. Garantia i Suport
The TASCAM CD-A580 v2 comes with a manufacturer's warranty. Please refer to the warranty section within the included instruction manual for detailed terms and conditions, including coverage period and service procedures.
For technical support, service, or inquiries regarding your product, please contact TASCAM customer support or visit the official TASCAM website. Contact information can typically be found in the included documentation or on the manufacturer's weblloc.





