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CD-A580

 

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CD-A580

Cassette Recorder/CD Player/USB Flash Drive Player/Recorder

Ideal for installation, this multi-format problem solver includes recording and archiving features.

The CD-A580 combines a cassette recorder, CD player and USB flash drive recorder/player into a rack-mountable unit – perfect for installation and professional applications. Not only compatible with the most popular types of media, the CD-A580 allows cassette tapes to be dubbed to USB media for archival.

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  • One-way IC Logic transport control enables recording and playback
  • Dub from CDs
  • Power-on recording/playback functions (Cassette deck)
  • Playback of audio CDs, CD-R, CD-RW discs and data CDs (MP3 files) supported
  • Power-on playback functions (CD Player, USB flash drive recorder/player)
  • Recording as MP3 files possible from CD, cassette and line input sources
  • Wireless remote control included
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  • Supported disc: CD / CD-R / CD-RW (12cm / 8cm)
  • Track system: 4-track, 2-channel stereo
  • USB Interface: USB2.0 FULL SPEED (12Mbps)
  • Power Consumption: 13W
  • Dimensions (W×H×D): 483 × 138.5 × 290 mm
  • Weight: 13.2lbs. / 6.0kg
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  • CD-A580 × 1
  • Remote control (RC-1329) × 1
  • Batteries (AAA) for remote control × 2
  • Rackmount screw kit × 1
  • Owner's manual(including warranty) × 1
  • Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
  • TASCAM ID registration guide × 1 (for CD-A580 v2 only)
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Single-direction logic-based transport control with outstanding stability and longevity

Single-Direction Logic-Based Transport Control With Outstanding Stability and Longevity

An IC Logic-based transport control is used for the cassette mechanism. The transport was chosen to support years of professional use.

A wireless remote control operation and Power-on Recording/Playback mode are available

Dub from CD to Cassette

CDs can be recorded to blank cassette media. If desired, CD track order can be programmed before beginning recording.

Dub from CD to cassette
Playback of audio CDs, CD-R/CD-RW discs and data CDs (MP3 files) supported

Playback of Audio CDs, CD-R/CD-RW Discs and Data CDs (MP3 Files) Supported

The installation-grade CD player supports several CD formats for maximum flexibility. Standard audio CDs (CD-DA) are supported, as well as CD-R, CD-RW, and data CDs containing MP3 files. Repeat, shuffle and programmed playback are also included. In addition, the Power-on Playback function is available.

Dub from Cassette to USB Media as MP3 Files

Cassette media can be captured to the USB drive as MP3 files, allowing analog masters to be saved and archived in a digital format. Audio from CDs, and the LINE inputs can also be recorded in the MP3 format to USB flash drives. When recording from a CD, each track is automatically made into a separate MP3 file. When recording audio from a tape or the LINE inputs, you can manually divide the MP3 files during recording.

Dub from cassette to USB media as MP3 files
MP3 audio file playback

MP3 Audio File Playback

Select a folder to play the MP3 files it contains. Repeat, shuffle and programmed playback are all included. In addition, the Power-on Playback function is available.

Additional Features

Record the USB flash drive or line inputs

Record the USB Flash Drive or Line Inputs

The USB media can be recorded to cassette. USB track order can also be programmed before capturing to cassette. Recording from the line inputs is also supported for cassette recording.

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+-10% Pitch Control

During cassette tape playback, the pitch can be adjusted up to +-10%.

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Supported Cassette Tape Types

The following types of tapes are supported for recording and playback.
Playback: Normal (TYPE I), Chrome (TYPE II), Metal (TYPE IV)
Record: Normal (TYPE I), Chrome (TYPE II)

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Record the USB flash drive or line inputs

Record the USB Flash Drive or Line Inputs

The USB media can be recorded to cassette. USB track order can also be programmed before capturing to cassette. Recording from the line inputs is also supported for cassette recording.

+-10% Pitch Control

During cassette tape playback, the pitch can be adjusted up to +-10%.

Supported Cassette Tape Types

The following types of tapes are supported for recording and playback.
Playback: Normal (TYPE I), Chrome (TYPE II), Metal (TYPE IV)
Record: Normal (TYPE I), Chrome (TYPE II)

Features at a Glance

Cassette Deck
  • One-way IC Logic transport control enables recording and playback
  • Dub from CDs
  • Dub from USB flash drive and recording from LINE Inputs
  • +/-10% pitch control
  • Supported cassette tape types
    Playback: normal (TYPE I), chrome (TYPE II), metal (TYPE IV)
    Recording: normal (TYPE I), chrome (TYPE II)
  • Recommended tape length: 10 minutes to 90 minutes
  • Power-on recording/playback functions

CD Player

  • Playback of audio CDs, CD-R, CD-RW discs and data CDs (MP3 files) supported
  • Shuffle and program playback supported
  • Single/All Folder repeat playback
  • Power-on playback functions

USB Flash Drive Recorder/Player

  • Recording as MP3 files possible from CD, cassette and line input sources
  • MP3 file playback
  • Shuffle and program playback supported
  • Single/All Folder repeat playback
  • Manual file division (TAPE/LINE)
  • Power-on playback functions

General

  • Headphone jack with level control
  • Wireless remote control included
  • LCD display with level meters
  • 3U rackmount size

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Spec Description

CD Player Section

Supported disc CD / CD-R / CD-RW (12cm / 8cm)
Disc format
Audio CD CD-DA
Data CD ISO9660 Level 1/Level 2
Playable format
CD-DA
Sampling frequency 44.1kHz
Quantization bit rate 16-bit
Channel 2
MP3
Audio modes STEREO / JOINT STEREO / DUAL CHANNEL / MONO
Sampling frequency 16k to 48k Hz
Bit rates 8k to 320k bps
DRM (Digital Right Management) not compatible
LINE OUT (RCA)
Maximum Output level +6dBV (2.0V) (Load impedance of 50 kΩ or more)

* 0dBV=1Vrms

 

Cassette Deck Section

Track system 4-track, 2-channel stereo
Heads Record/playback × 1, Erase × 1
Tape of type C-10 to C-90 cassette
Tape speed 4.76cm/sec
Motor DC servo motor × 1
Supported Cassette tape
Playback Normal (TYPE I), Chrome (TYPE II), Metal (TYPE IV)
Recording Normal (TYPE I), Chrome (TYPE II)
Pitch Control +/-10% (Playback only)
Required fast winding time Approx. 120 sec. (with C-60)
LINE IN (RCA)
Nominal Input level -4.5dBu (0.46V) (Input impedance of 50 kΩ or more)
LINE OUT (RCA)
Nominal Output level -4.5dBu (0.46V) (Load impedance of 50 kΩ or more)

* 0dBu=0.775Vrms

 

USB Section

Connector USB A-type
Interface USB2.0 FULL SPEED (12Mbps)
Playback
Format MP3
Sampling frequency 16k to 48k Hz
Bit rates 8k to 320k bps
DRM (Digital Right Management) not compatible
LINE OUT (RCA)
Maximum Output level +6dBV (2.0V) (Load impedance of 50 kΩ or more)
Recording
Format MP3
Sampling frequency 44.1kHz
Bit rates 128kbps
LINE IN (RCA)
Nominal Input level -10dBV (0.316V) (Input impedance of 50 kΩ or more)
Folder levels 8 levels supported

* 0dBu=0.775Vrms

 

Headphones

Connector 1/4" (6.3mm) Stereo phone jack
Rated output 10mW + 10mW (CD monitoring, THD+N 0.1%, 32Ω)

 

General

Power AC 120V, 60Hz
Power Consumption 13W
Dimensions (W×H×D) 19.0" × 5.5" × 11.4" / 483 × 138.5 × 290 mm
Weight (Net) 13.2lbs. / 6.0kg
Operating temperature 41˚F to 95˚F / 5˚C to 35˚C
Included Items Remote control (RC-1329), Batteries (AAA) for remote control × 2, Rackmount screw kit, TASCAM ID registration guide, Owner's manual (including warranty)

 

Audio performance

CD Player section
Frequency response 20Hz to 20kHz +/-2dB
THD + N 0.02% or less (1kHz)
S/N Ratio 87dB or more (IHF-A)
Cassette Deck section
Wow and flutter 0.25% (W.RMS)
Frequency response
Chrome 50Hz to 12.5kHz +/-4dB
Normal 50Hz to 12.5kHz +/-4dB
S/N Ratio 59dB (Maximum recording level input, A-weighted)
USB section
Frequency response
Playback 20Hz to 20kHz(+/-2dB)
Record 20Hz to 15kHz (+/-3dB, CD to USB)
100Hz to 15kHz (+/-3dB, LINE IN to USB)
S/N Ratio
Playback 85dB or more
Record 85dB or more

 

Information Documents Firmware / Software Compatibility

Information

Latest version info
Firmware V1.12
Firmware V1.12
  • CD drive tray operation stability has been improved.
  • The playback quality of MP3 files recorded on CDs has been improved.

* V1.12 is for CD-A580 (discontinued). The CD-A580 v2 does not need to be updated.

 

Documents

Manuals

Before use 11-13-2024
Owner's Manual 05-12-2023

Spec

CD-A580 v2 : Specifications 04-17-2023
CAD outline (PDF) 02-16-2017
CAD outline (DXF/PDF) 02-16-2017

Firmware / Software

Instructions

Release Notes 06-12-2020
Firmware update procedures 06-12-2020

Firmware

Firmware V1.12 06-12-2020

Compatibility

CD-A580/AD-850 Supported Media 12-22-2023
CD-A580 v2/AD-850-SE Supported Madia 12-22-2023
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