Introduction

The TASCAM AK-BT2 is a compact Bluetooth adapter designed to add wireless capabilities to compatible TASCAM products. Installed directly into a supported recorder’s dedicated Bluetooth adapter connector, it expands the host device without requiring a separate external receiver, cable, or battery-powered accessory.

Available functions depend on the connected TASCAM product. On supported recorders, the AK-BT2 can enable wireless remote operation from a smartphone or tablet, wireless timecode synchronization with compatible production equipment, and Bluetooth audio monitoring through compatible wireless headphones or speakers. This makes the AK-BT2 a valuable accessory for location sound, filmmaking, video production, interviews, and other workflows where remote access and reduced cabling can simplify operation.

The TASCAM CD-200BT combines a professional rackmount CD player with an integrated Bluetooth receiver, providing a flexible playback source for commercial audio systems, houses of worship, education, hospitality, fitness facilities, restaurants, rehearsal spaces, and other installed AV applications. Its TEAC CD transport supports standard audio CDs as well as CD-R and CD-RW media, including data discs containing compatible MP2, MP3, and WAV files.

Bluetooth connectivity expands the CD-200BT beyond physical media, allowing compatible smartphones, tablets, computers, and other devices to serve as wireless audio sources. The unit can remember pairing information for up to eight Bluetooth devices and supports SBC, AAC, and aptX codecs. An auxiliary analog input provides another convenient source option, while RCA analog output, coaxial and optical S/PDIF outputs, headphone monitoring, pitch control, multiple playback modes, anti-shock memory, and an included wireless remote make the CD-200BT a versatile professional playback component.

Introduction

The TASCAM MP-800U is a professional rackmount media player designed for installed AV, hospitality, restaurants, retail environments, houses of worship, conference facilities, entertainment venues, and other commercial audio systems. It provides direct playback from SD cards and USB flash drives, supporting WAV, MP3, and AAC files, while a built-in FM tuner provides an additional source for broadcast programming.

A front-panel USB-C audio connection allows compatible computers, smartphones, and tablets to use the MP-800U as a USB DAC, while the optional TASCAM AK-BT2 adapter adds wireless Bluetooth audio playback. Balanced XLR and unbalanced RCA outputs, dedicated tuner outputs, Auto Cue, Auto Ready, incremental playback, pitch control, power-on playback, panel lock, external control connections, and an included wireless remote make the MP-800U a flexible source component for professional AV installations.