TAPE COUNTER
Helps to find the specific location on the tape.
RECORD / BATTERY Indicator
Lights to confirm the recorder is recording and dims when the batteries are low.
RECORD
Press to record.
PLAY
Press to play the cassette.
REWIND/FAST-F
Press to rapidly wind the tape backward or forward.
STOP/EJECT
Press to stop the playback/recording and open the cassette
Batteries
Open the battery compartment and install four C batteries (not included) matching the polarity symbols (+/-).
AC Power
Connect the supplied power cord to the AC IN jack on the side of the recorder and connect the other end to a standard AC outlet. Do not force the connections, as they only fit one way.
Plug the power cord into the AC IN jack before plugging it into the AC outlet, and unplug the power cord from the AC outlet before unplugging it from the AC IN jack.
• Do not force down RECORD if the tape’s erase- |
protection tabs have been removed, or you will damage |
the recorder. |
• The recorder automatically sets the recording level. The |
volume setting does not control the recording volume. |
4. Press STOP/EJECT to stop recording. Recording stops |
automatically when the tape ends. |
Erasing Tapes
To record over a cassette tape, simply record as usual. The cassette deck records over the previous recording.
You can quickly erase both sides of a cassette tape using a RadioShack bulk tape eraser (not included).
Note: If you use metal or high-bias type tape, the recorded sound might not be erased properly.
Built-in microphone
DC 6V – Connect a 6V, 300mA DC adapter and a size B Adapta-plug™ (not included) to connect to your vehicle power.
AUX – Connect an audio source using a patch cord (not included) with a 1/8 -inch plug.
EAR – Insert earphones (not supplied) for private listening. The speaker mutes.
VOX ON/OFF – Turn VOX recording on/off.
REM – Connect a microphone remote control with 1/10 -inch plug.
MIC – Insert a microphone’s 1/8 -inch plug (not included)
TONE – Rotate to customize the sound to personal preference.
VOLUME/VOX SENS – Rotate to adjust the volume level and VOX sensitivity.
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PAUSE
Press once to temporarily stop playback/recording. Press again to resume.
Carrying Handle
Slide out the handle out to carry the recorder.
AC IN
Connect your power adapter to operate with standard AC outlet.
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Vehicle Battery Power
You can power the recorder from your vehicle’s cigarette- lighter socket using a 6V, 300mA DC adapter and a size B
Adapta-plug™ adapter (neither included; available at your local RadioShack store). Unplug the adapter from the outlet
before unplugging it from the recorder.
Note: The power source must supply 6V DC and deliver at least 300mA. Its center tip must be set to positive and its plug must fit the DC 6V jack. Using an adapter that does not meet these specifications could damage the recorder or adapter.
Playing a Cassette
Load the cassette with the side to play facing out, and press PLAY. The tape will automatically stop when it reaches the end, or you can press STOP/EJECT.
If the playback sounds distorted, clean the recorder with a cassette deck cleaning kit (not included).
Recording
1.Prepare the source:
•Built-in microphone – Place the recorder within 2 to 3 feet of the sound source and set VOX to OFF.
•External microphone – Insert the microphone plug into the MIC jack. If the microphone has a remote control plug, connect it to the REM jack.
•Audio source – Connect the audio source to the AUX jack using a mono patch cord (not included) and set the audio source’s volume to the desired level.
•VOX Recording – Set VOX to ON. This records only when there is sound to save power and prevent blank sections of tape. Adjust VOLUME/VOX SENS to set the sound level at which recording begins. Rotate VOLUME/ VOX SENS to adjust the VOX sensitivity. The higher the VOX sensitivity, the lower the sound level is needed to start VOX recording.
Care and Maintenance
•Keep the recorder dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately.
•Use and store the recorder only in normal temperature environments.
•Keep the recorder away from dust and dirt, and handle the recorder gently and carefully.
•Modifying or tampering with the recorder’s internal components can cause a malfunction and might
invalidate its warranty. If your recorder is not performing as it should, take it to your local RadioShack store for assistance.
Tape Tips
Recommended Tapes
Tape quality greatly affects the quality of the recording. We recommend extended range or low noise Type 1 regular length (60- or 90-minute) normal-bias cassette tapes. We do not recommend long-play cassette tapes such as C-120s because they are thin and can easily tangle.
Restoring Tape Tension and Sound Quality
After you play a cassette tape several times, the tape might become tightly wound on the reels. This can cause playback sound quality to deteriorate.
To restore the sound quality, fast forward the tape from the beginning to the end of one side, then completely rewind it. Then loosen the tape reels by gently tapping each edge of the cassette on a flat surface.
Caution: Be careful not to damage the cassette when tapping it. Do not touch the exposed tape or allow any sharp objects near the cassette.
