Sony TCM-465V - Manuel (Page 8)

Playing a Tape
(see Fig.
Q)
1 Insert a cassette with the side to start playing facing the cassette
holder.
2 Adjust the tape playback speed.
Set SPEED CONTROL to;
SLOW (slow) to play back a tape slower.
Center position to playback a tape at normal speed.
FAST (fast) to playback a tape faster.
3 Press ► PLAY then adjust the volume. There is a raised dot to show
the direction to turn down volume beside VOL.
At the end of the tape, playback stops and the unit turns off
automatically.
To Press or slide
Stop playback/stop fast
forward or rewind ■ STOP
Pause playback PAUSE —in the direction of the arrow
To release pause recording, release PAUSE
Search forward during
pUyback (CUE) Press and hold ►► FF/CUE and release it
at the point you want
Seardi backward during
pUyback (REVIEW) Press and hold REW/REVIEW and
release it at the point you want
Fast forward** ►► FF/CUE during stop
Rewind** « REW/REVIEW during stop
Start recording
during playback • REC
4
4
4
The unit does not operate.
^ The batteries have been inserted with incorrect polarity.
The batteries are weak.
PAUSE —^ is slid in the direction of the arrow.
The AC power adaptor or car battery cord is not firmly
connected.
4 The batteries have been inserted, but simultaneously the AC
power adaptor is connected and not to be done to the wall
outlet.
No sound comes from the speaker.
4 The earphone is plugged in.
4 The volume is turned down completely.
Tape speed is too fast or too slow in the playback
mode.
4 SPEED CONTROL is set at a point other than the center.
The sound drops out or comes with excessive noise.
4 The volume is turned down completely.
4 The batteries are weak.
4 The heads are contaminated. See "Maintenance."
Recording cannot be made.
4 Connection is made incorrectly.
4 The batteries are weak.
4 The record/playback head is contaminated.
4 For TCM-465V: Change the flat mic or pop-up mic.
4 For TCM-459V; MIC SENS has been set to the improper position
when VOR function works.
Recording is interrupted.
4 For TCM-465V/459V: VOR is set to ON. When you do not use
VOR, set it to OFF.
Recording cannot be erased completely.
4 The erase head is contaminated.
4 Recording or erasing is being made using recorded CrCh (TYPE
II) or metal (TYPE IV) tape.
• PAUSE will be also automatically released when ■ STOP is
pressed (stop-pause-release function).
** If you leave the unit after the tape has been wound or
rewound, the batteries will be consumed rapidly. Be sure to depress 1
STOP.
>■ Additional Information
Precautions
On power
• Operate the unit only on 3V DC. For AC operation, use the AC power
adaptor recommended for the unit. Do not use any other type. For
battery operation, use two size R6 (AA) batteries.
On the unit
• Do not leave the unit in a location near heat sources, or in a place
subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical shock.
• ^ould any solid object or liquid fall into the unit, remove the batteries
or disconnect the AC power adaptor, and have die unit ched^ by
qualified personnel before c^>erating it any furdier.
• Keep personal credit cards using magnetic coding or spring-wound
watchtó etc. away from the unit to prevent possible damage from the
magnet used for die speaker.
• If the unit has not been used for a long time, set it in die playback mode
and warm it up for a few minutes before inserting a tape.
On tapes longer than 90 minutes
We do not recommend the use of tapes longer than 90 minutes except for
a long continuous recording or playback. They are very thin and tend to
be stretched easily.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit, please
consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Troubleshooting
Should any problem persist after you have made these checks, consult
your nearest Sony dealer.
You cannot press • REC.
4 The tab on the tape has been removed.
You cannot press ► PLAY.
4 The tape has reached the end. Rewind the tape.
Maintenance
(see Fig. B)
To clean the tape heads and path
Wipe the heads, pinch rollers, and the capstans with a cotton swab
moistened with alcohol every 10 hours of use.
To clean the exterior
Usé a soft cloth slightly moistened in water. Do not use alcohol, benzine
or thinner.
Specifications
Recording system
2-track 1 channel monaural
Frequencyrange
250 - 6.300 Hz
Speaker
Approx. 3.6 cm (1^6 in.) dia.
Power output
300 mW (at 10 % harmonic distortion)
Input
Microphone input jack (minijack) sensitivity 0.2 mV for 3 kilohms or
lower impedance microphone
Output
Earphone jack (minijack) for 8 - 300 ohms earphone
Variable range of the tape speed
from +30% to -15%
Power requirements
• Two size R6 (AA) batteries (supplied to TCM-36 only): 3V DC
DC IN 3 V jack accepts:,
• AC-E30M (TCM-36 only) or AC-E30HG AC power adaptor (not
supplied) suitable in the country where the unit is to be used.
• Sony DCC-E230 car battery cord (not supplied) for use on 12 V car
battery.
Dimensions (w/h/d) (inci. projecting parts and controls)
TCM-465V: Approx. 116 x 91 x 43mm {i% x 3Vs x VA in.)
TCM-459V/36: Approx. 116 x 91 x 38mm (454 x 3% x I'A in.)
Mass (not inci. batteries)
TCM-465V: Approx. 200 g (7.1 oz.)
TCM-459V/36: Approx. 195 g (6.9 oz.)
Supplied accessories
R6 (size AA) batteries (2) (TCM-36 only)
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.