Sony BM-87DS manual Auto backspace function

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xAuto backspace function

This function operates only when the supplied foot control unit is connected. With the use of the REVERSE TIME control, the tape is rewound a little each time it is stopped. Then, the last few recorded words can be reviewed when you resume playback. Adjust the REVERSE TIME control to determine the length of the tape to be rewound. At “9” position, the tape is rewound so that the dictated material can be reviewed for approximately 5 seconds*. At “0” position, the tape stops without being rewound at all.

*Measured at some point near the middle of the tape. The reverse time will vary in accordance with the remaining length of the tape.

stops at this point.

Playback

Tape

approx. 5 seconds.

playback

Next playback will start from this point.

stops at this point.

Playback

Tape

playback

Next playback will start from this point.

Set the REVERSE TIME control to the desired position and keep the right side of the pedal of the supplied foot control unit depressed to play back the tape.

Note

The reverse time will be different by a few seconds according to the remaining length or the total time of the tape.

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Contents HU-80 not supplied BM-87DSTFor the customers in the United States InformationTable of Contents As a dictator FeaturesAs a transcriber Precautions Dictating qd Operation Flow ChartTranscribing qj TEL REC telephone recording button wd Built-in speaker Power lampLocation and Function of Controls Eject buttonStereo PLAYBACK/AUTO Stop OFF Jack qfw DC in 9V jack Control Unit connectorPreparation Connecting the Power SourceConnecting the HU-80 Hand Control Unit not supplied Connecting the Supplied Foot Control UnitInserting a Cassette Set the Power switch to ON. The Power lamp lights upCassette To prevent accidental erasure XNotes on cassettesDict dictating Stop Set the Power switch to onDictating LTR button Hand speakerTo record the LTR signal Useful Functions XLTR letter signalXMonitoring while dictating XTape speed selector 123During dictating When you start dictatingTips for a More Efficient Dictating Before you start dictatingOperation TranscribingControlling the speed Useful Functions Auto stop functionAuto backspace function Tips on Transcribing Tape transport operationPrivate listening Selecting the speakerRecording can be erased rapidly ErasingAlarm system Situation To release alarm system Alarm SystemDuring telephone recording Telephone RecordingCleaning the Heads MaintenanceCleaning the cabinet Specifications Troubleshooting Guide