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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Stereo Cassette Deck
These instructions also apply to units of different colour
r Specifications differ according to the area code. . The "EK" area code, for example, indicates United Kingdom specifications
o The "EK" indication is shown on the packing case and serial number tag.
Notes:
Beiore operating this unit, please read these instructions completely.
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We want to thank you for selecting this product and
to welcome you to the growing family of satisfied
Technics product owners'around the world. We feel certain you will get maximum enjoyment
from this new addition to your home. Please read these operating instructions carefully, and be sure to keep them handy for convenient
reference.
Contents
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Accessories ..... Belore Use .. For United Kingdom Suggestions for Salety
Connections ..... Front Panel Gontrols and Functions Playback.
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Recording Timer Recording/Playback. About Cassetle Tapes Technical Specifications .... Maintenance ..... Troubleshooting Guide.. .. . ..
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Accessories
Note: Configuration of AC power supply cord diflers according to area.
Before Use
Be sure to disconnect the mains cord belore adiusting the voltage selector. Use a minus (-) screwdriver to set the voltage selector (on the rear panel) to the voltage setting for the area in which the unit will be used. (ll the power supply in your area is 1 17 V or 120 V, set to the "127 V" position.) Note that this unit will be seriously damaged if this setting is not made correctly. (There is no voltage selector for some countries; the correct voltage is already set.)
For United Kingdom
("EK" area code model only) The "EK" indication is shown on the name plate.
As the colours ol the wires in the mains lead ol this unit may not
correspond with
the coloured markings identifying
the
lmportant
THE WIRES IN THIS MAINS LEAD ARE COLOURED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING CODE. NEUTRAL BLUE: LIVE BROWN:
terminals in your plug, proceed as follows. The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured RED. This apparatus was produced to BS 800: 1983
Suggestions for Safety
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Use a standard electricalAC
Use
walloutlet
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lf water is spilled on the unit
lrom an AC power source ol high voltage, such as lor air conditioners, is very dangerous. Be extremely careful not to make a connection to the electrical outlet for a large air conditioner or central-heating unit which uses high voltage, because there is the possibility of
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Be extremely careful if water is spilled on the unit, because a f ire
or serious electric shock might occur. lmmediately disconnect the power cord plug, and consult with your dealer.
H
ire.
2.
A DC power source cannot be used. Be sure to check the power source carefully, especially on a ship or other place where DC is used.
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Place the unit where it will be wellventilated, and away lrom direct sunlight
Place this unit at least 10 cm (4") away lrom wall surfaces, etc.,
and away from direct sunlight.
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Connection and removal of the power cord plug
Wet hands are dangerous. A dangerous electric shock may result if the plug is touched by wet hands. Don'l pull the power cord. Always grasp the plug; never pull the cord itself.
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Keep the unit away from heaters, etc.
2.
Heat can damage the external surfaces as well as internal circuits and components.
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Never attempt to repair or reconstruct this unit
Avoid spray-type insecticides
A serious electric shock might occur if this unit is repaired,
disassembled or reconstructed by unauthorized persons, or if the internal parts are accidently touched.
lnsecticides might cause cracks or "cloudiness" in the cabinet
and plastic parts of this unit. The gas used in such sprays might, moreover, be ignited suddenly.
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For families with children
Never permit children to put anything, especially metal, inside this unit. A serious electric shock or malfunction could occur if articles such as coins, needles, screwdrivers, etc. are inserted through the ventilation holes, etc. of this unit.
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Never use alcohol or paint thinner
These and similar chemicals should never be used, because they may damage the finish.
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Turn ofl after use
lf trouble occurs
lf the unit is left for a long time with the power on, this will not only shorten its usef ul operation life, but may also cause other unexpected trouble.
lf, during operation, the sound is interrupted or indicators no longer illuminate, or if abnormal odor or smoke is detected, immediately disconnect the power cord plug, and contact your dealer or an Authorized Service Center.
Connections
Stereo
amplif ier
Hints
lf this unit is placed near a stereo amplifier or tuner, a "hum" noise may be heard during tape playback, recording, or AM reception of the tuner. lf this occurs, leave as much space as possible between the units, or place them where there is the least amount ol
(option)
"hum".
Stereo connection cabres (incruded)
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(L) (R)
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AC power AC power
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corj (inctrdejt'
suppry -A
This
Househord AC outlets
unit
Nole: The configuration of the AC ouilet and AC power supply cord dilfers according to area. (For United Kingdom) Fit a suitable plug to the AC power supply cord.
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Front Panel Controls and Functions
Power switch (power) Tape counter/reset button (tape counter/reset)
This indicates the amount of tape travel. When this button is pressed, the readout will be reset to "000".
Tape-select indicators ( auto tape select)
The type of tape being used will be automaticatty detected and the indicator will illuminate.
Timer stand-by switch ( E timer;
This switch is to be used in order to perform an unattended recording or preset playback operation.
Level meters (peak level) Recording indicator (rec)
During recording, these meters indicate the recording level. The level is adlusted by using the recording level control. During playback, they indicate the level
of the recorded sound.
Cassetle holder Eject button (eject/A Playback indicator (play)
Noise-reduction switches/indicators (noise reduction)
(See below)
Recording
levelcontrol (rec level)
Recording balance Rewind button (rew/
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control
(balance)
Press this button rewind, or for tune search during playback.
Stop button
(stop/I)
Microphone jacks (mic)
Headphones jack (phones)
Playback button (play/ >)
Fast-forward button (ffl> >)
Press this button lor fast-forward, or for tune search
Record-muting button (auto rec mute/o)
Pause button (pause/ll)
during playback.
Record button (reclo )
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Dolby NR B type
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Aboul the Dolby HX Pro headroom extension system
Noise is reduced to about one-third. Use this system when playing back tapes recorded by the Dolby noise-reduction system, such as prerecorded music tapes, etc.
By functioning to improve the maximum output level of the tape's high{requency range, this system permits recordings
a drop of the level of the sound source's high-f requency range. ln addition, by using the system in parallel with this unit's noise-reduction system, recording and playback with a greatly extended dynamic range is possible.
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Dolby NR C type
Hiss noise is reduced to about one-tenth.
Use this system lor the recording and playback of sound sources that have a wide dynamic range and good tone quality,
such as FM broadcasts of live performances, etc., and for
playing back such tapes.
o Dolby noise reduction and HX Pro headroom extension manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories
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dbx noise-reduction system
Licensing Corporation. HX Pro originated by Bang &
Olufsen.
With this noise-reduction system, "hiss" noise is reduced to about 1/30. This system is particularly suitable forthe recording and playback of live FM broadcasts and other sound sources with high tone quality and a wide dynamic range.
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"DOLBY", the double-D symbol D0 and "HX PRO" are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. The term dbx is a registered trademark of dbx lnc.
Playback
Press, then inSert a cassette
Notes: o Do not press the eject button while the tape is moving; doing so might cause a malfunction or damage the tape. r lf noise is heard while listening to a tape, switch OFF the powerof the compact disc player, etc.
tape.
The side to be played back facing outward.
Select the noise system.
(The indicator that corresponds to the pressed button will illuminate.)
Playback
Automalic tape selector system
This cassette deck automatically detects the type of tape being used, and adiusts lor the proper bias and equalization. The tape-select indicator indicates the type ol tape being used. "Metal" lights
H
Press.
(Playback will begin.)
indicator
Part where tape is exposed Tape- select
facing downward.
indicators
T(r--)
2"on"
no tape has been loaded in
the cassette holder.
When in the stop mode, press this button to rewind the tape rapidly. When in the play mode, press this button to lind a tune's beginning. (See below.)
Press to stop the tape. When in the stop mode, press this button to advance the tape rapidly. When in the play mode, press this button to lind a tune's beginning. (See below.) Press to temporarily stop the tape.
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through the treadphones
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Headphones (option)
(The playback indicator will llash.) Press the playback button to resume the play
Do so during playback. Alterthetune's beginning is located, thetunewill begin playing.
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Depending on the tape being used, it may not be possible
The playback indicator will flash rapidly while the tune's
beginning is being located.
to fast-forward the first tune and find the next tunes
beginning. lf this is the case, the music select function will not operate and playback should be done in the usual
way.
To lind the beginning ol lhe present tune
To find the beginning ol the nexl tune
2. The following describes those instances in which the
tape that is fast-forwarded or rewound does not stop at the beginning, or stops in the middle, of a song: o When the music is very soft, e.9., classical music which is mainly pianissimo r When there is sustained silence of 4 seconds or more within the recording (e.9., of a conversation or a lecture) . When the interval between songs is very short or contains audrble noise r Tapes recorded by usingfade-in orfade-out techniques. 3. Music select system manufactured under license ol Starr S.A., Bruxelles, Belgium.
Press to slop lhe tape.
To locate a tune that has already played, first locate
procedure until the desired tune is found.
the
beginning of the tune now playing, and then repeat that
Recording
Press, then insert
a cassette tape.
The side to be recorded facing outward.
Your attention is drawn to the fact that recording prerecorded tapes or other published or broadcast material may infringe copyright laws.
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Select the noise-reduction
(The indicator that corresponds to pressed button will illuminate
system. f the A;l
Press.
lffre
the playback
indicator will illuminate and indicator will
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recording !! recording
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Adiust the
level.
lash.
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Tape-select i nd icators Recording indicator Playback
(Recording stand-by mode
Adjust the left/right volume balance.
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1 "oll"
Press to stop the recording. Press to temporarily stop the recording.
To start the recording again, press the playback button.
Press to make non-recorded spaces between tunes. (See below.)
Microphones
(option)
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PfeSS. The playback indicator will change from llashing to steady illumination, and the recording will begin.
Begin the sound source to be recorded.
a guide for the adjustment of the tape level will differ depending upon the type of tape used.
The numbers which you should use as
Normal tape CrO" taoe Metal tape
1. lnsert the recorded tape cassette into the cassetle holder. 2. Press th noise-reduction switches marked "oll". 3. Set the recording levelcontrol to the minimum ("0") position. 4. Press the record bullon, and then let the tape run.
Note that any sounds on the tape will be automatically erased if a new recording is made on that part of the tape.
oDolbyNRB.C
o NR off dbx
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With this unit, by following the steps below, it is possible to make non-recorded spaces (4 seconds long) between tunes.
You can make your own uniquely original tapes by using microphones (option) to record your instrumental or vocal
performances.
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During the recording, press the record muting button one
time.
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This unit will make non-recorded spaces (4 seconds long)
between tunes, and then will change to the recording stand-by
mode.
Connect the microphones to the microphone iack(s). (A microphone connected to the "L" jack will record sounds to the tape's left channel, and a microphone connected to the "R" yack will record sounds to the right channel.) Begin the recording by lollowing the steps described in the "Recording" seclion.
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To make a non-recorded space ol more than 4 seconds on lhe lape. Press the record muting button for the necessary number of
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NAI6'
seconds. The unit will change to the recording stand-by mode when the
button is released.
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To start the recording again.
Press the playback button.
Be sure to disconnect the microphones when recording f rom a source (such as a tuner, turntable, etc.) connected to the line input terminals. lf they are not disconnected, the source connected to the line input terminals will not be recorded.
Ti mer Record
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1. 2. 3. Connections
information.)
ing/Playback
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1. 2. 3. Timer playback
Rewind the lape to the position lrom which you want playback lo begin.
Set the timer to the desired playback-starl time. (Power will be switched off.) Set the limer stand-by swltch to lhe
lf an audio timer (option) is connected to this unit, recording of a radio broadcast, ortape playback, willautomatically begin at the preset time.
Connect the AC power cord of 'this unit to the power source outlet of the timer. (See the operating instructions of the timer for detailed
Timer recording
Prepare lor recording. (Follow steps 1 through 8 of "Recording" on page 6. After adjusting the recording level, press the stop button.)
Set the limer to the desired playback-starl lime. (Power will be switched off.) Set the timer stand-by switch to the "rec" position. (At the set time, the power will be switched on and the broadcast will be
N timer
rec- off aaa -s1"t
"play" position.
(At the set time, the power will come on and the playback will begin.)
yg6- off
N timer
rEt
a aa-play
recorded.)
After setting the timer
Make sure that the power switch is set to the "on" position
After setting the timer
Make sure that the power switch is set to the "on" position.
About Cassette Tapes
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Selection of cassette tapes
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Tape slack
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Do not use tape such as described below in this unit.
This may cause the tape to break. Use a pencil or similar object to
take up the slack.
To prevent erasing of recorded sounds Remove the erase-prevention tabs
preventing recording).
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12o-minute (or longer) tapes
Because this tape is very thin, it might stretch during use, become tangled with
rotating parts in this unit, and/or tape
r Fe-Cr tape
movement might not be stable.
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(TypE ilt) The high range will be emphasized and a flat frequency response characteristic cannoi be obtained.
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Avoid tape storage in the following places
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To record again
Cover the slot with adhesive tape.
o Where the temperature is high (95"
(80o/o
or higher) or where the humidity is high
r Where there is a strong magnetic field
or higher).
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(near a speaker, on top of a TV, etc.). ln direct sunlight.
Tech n ical Specifications
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CASSETTE DECK SECTION
Stereo cassette deck
+0.180/o (DlN)
Solid Permaloy head Erasing Double-gap lerrite head Motors Electronically controlled DC motor Recording system AC bias Bias lrequency 80 kHz Erasing system AC erase Tape speed 4.8 cm/sec. (1-7l8 ips) (signal level : max recording level, S/N CrO2 type tape) dbx on 92 dB (A weighted) Dolby C NR on 74 dB (CCrR) Dolby B NR on 66 dB (CC|R) NR ofl 56 dB (A weighted) Wow and llutler 0.06% (wRMS)
Deck system Track syslem Heads REC/PLAY
4-irack,2-channel
Frequency response METAL
CrO2
20 Hz-19 kHz
30 Hz-18 kHz (DlN)
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LINE HEADPHONES
400 mV/3 kO 80 mV/8 Q
GENERAL
20 Hz-18 kHz
30 Hz-17 kHz (DlN) 20 Hz-17 kHz 30 Hz-16 kHz (DlN) 110 dB (t kHz)
NORMAL
Dynamic Range (with dbx on) Max. lnpul level improvement (with dbr on)
10 dB Fast Forward and Rewind Time Approx. 100 seconds with C-60 cassette tape lnpul sensitivity and impedance MIC 0.25 mV/400 fl-10 kO LINE 60 mV/47 ke Outpul vollage and impedance
Power consumption 20w Power supply For conlinental Europe AC 50 Hzl60 Hz.220V For United Kingdom and olhers AC 50 Hzl60 Hz, 1 1 OV / 1 27V / 22OV /240V Dimensions (WXHXD) 430 X i 14.5 X 287 mm (16-1 5/1 6" X 4_1 /2" X 1 1_5/16") Weight 4.3 kg (9.5 tb.) Note:
Specifications are subject
to
change without
notice. Weight and dimensions are approximate.
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Maintenance
To assure sound quality for recording and playback, be sure to clean the heads after approximately every 10 hours of use. 1) Press the power switch to switch off the electrical power supply of the cassette tape deck. 2) Press the eiect button to open the cassette holder. 3) Clean the heads, pinch roller and the capstan shaft with a cotton swab (or with a soft, lint-free cloth) slightly moistened with alcohol. Do not use any solution other than alcohol for head cleaning.
ln order to maintain good sound quality during recording and it is tecommended that the head assembly be demagnetized when distortion or poor sound quality persist
playback,
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after cleaning the heads. lf the head assem bly becomes magnetized, it cou ld create noise in the recordings, loss of high-lrequency response orerasure of valuable recordings. Several types of head demagnetizers are available and may be purchased separately at local electronics supply stores. Follow the instructions that are supplied with the device.
Do not bring any type of metal obiects or tools such
magnetic screwdrivers in contact with the head assembly.
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To clean this unit, use a soft, dry cloth lf the surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soft cloth, dipped into a soap-and-water solution or a weak detergent solution. Wring the cloth well before wiping the unit. Wipe once again with a soft, dry cloth. treated cloth to clean this unit. Such chemicals may damage the f inish of your unit.
Never use alcohol, paint thinner, benzine, nor a chemically
Troubleshooting Guide
Before requesting service for this unit, check the chart below for a possible cause of the problem you are experiencing. Some simple checks or a minor adiustment on your part may eliminate the problem and restore proper operation. lf you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to the directory of Authorized service centers (enclosed with this unit) to locate a convenient service center, or consult your Technics dealer for instructions.
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