Sony 453V, 454VK, 455V, TCM-473V Recording from Various Sound Sources, Playing a Tape, Precautions, Troubleshooting, Specifications, Maintenance, zAdditional Information, Note (TCM-473Vonly)

Recording from Various Sound Sources

The sound is recorded in monaural.MIC (PLUG IN POWER)

Recording with an External Microphone

Connect a microphone to the MIC jack. The raised dot near the MIC jack identifies as the jack for a microphone, not an earphone. For TCM-455V for U.S.A.: Use the supplied microphone. For other models: Use a microphone of low impedance (less than 3 kilohms) such as ECM-T110 (not supplied).

When using a plug-in-power system microphone, the power to the microphone is supplied from this unit.

Note

When recording with an external microphone, the VOR system may not work properly because of the difference in sensitivity.

Recording from Another Equipment

Connect another equipment to the MIC jack using the RK-G64HG connecting cord (not supplied).

Playing a Tape

VOLp STOP(PLAYSPEED CONTROL 0 REW/REVIEW) FF/CUE

PAUSE

1Insert a cassette with the side to start playing facing the cassette holder.2Adjust 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 play back a tape faster.

3Press (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	pSTOP
fast forward or rewind
Pause playback	PAUSE cin the direction of the
	arrow
	To release pause playdack, release
	PAUSE c*.
Search forward	Press and hold )FF/CUE and
during playback (CUE)	release it at the point you want
Search backward	Press and hold 0REW/REVIEW
during playback	and release it at the point you want
(REVIEW)
Fast forward**	)FF/CUE during stop
Rewind**	0REW/REVIEW during stop
Start recording	rREC
during playback

*PAUSE cwill be also automatically released when pSTOP 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 pSTOP.

To play back a tape recorded in stereo (TCM-473V only)The built-in speaker on this unit is monaural.To enjoy stereo sound, use the supplied headphones.

zAdditional 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.

•Should any solid object or liquid fall into the unit, remove the batteries or disconnect the AC power adaptor, and have the unit checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

•Keep personal credit cards using magnetic coding or spring-wound watches etc. away from the unit to prevent possible damage from the magnet used for the speaker.

•If the unit has not been used for a long time, set it in the 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.

For the customers in the USA and CanadaRECYCLING NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERIES (Supplied to TCM-454VK only)NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERY.BATTERY MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF PROPERLY.

Nickel-Cadmium batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by returning your unwanted batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center for collection, recycling or proper disposal.

Note: In some areas the disposal of nickel- cadmium batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited.

For the Sony Service Center nearest you call 1-800-222- SONY (United States only)

For the Factory Service Center nearest you call 416-499- SONY (Canada only)

Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking nickel- cadmium batteries.

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 r REC.mThe tab on the tape has been removed.You cannot press ( PLAY.mThe tape has reached the end. Rewind the tape.The unit does not operate.mThe batteries have been inserted with incorrect polarity.mThe batteries are weak.mPAUSE cis slid in the direction of the arrow.mThe AC power adaptor or car battery cord is not firmly connected.

mThe batteries have been inserted, but simultane- ously the AC power adaptor is connected and not to be done to the wall outlet.

No sound comes from the speaker.mThe earphone or headphones is plugged in.mThe volume is turned down completely.Tape speed is too fast or too slow in the playback mode.mSPEED CONTROL is set at a point other than the center.The sound drops out or comes with excessive noise.

mThe volume is turned down completely.

mThe batteries are weak.

mThe heads are contaminated. See “Maintenance.”Recording cannot be made.mConnection is made incorrectly.

mThe batteries are weak.

mThe record/playback head is contaminated.mVOR has been set to the improper position when VOR function works.Recording is interrupted.mVOR is set to H or L. When you do not use VOR,set it to OFF.Recording cannot be erased completely.mThe erase head is contaminated.

mRecording or erasing is being made using recorded CrO2 (TYPE II) or metal (TYPE IV) tape.

Specifications

Recording system

2-track 1 channel monaural

Frequency range

TCM-473V: Recording: 250-6,300Hz

Playback: 100-8,000Hz

TCM-455V/454VK/453V: 250-6,300Hz

Speaker

Approx. 3.6 cm (17⁄16 in.) dia.

Power output

TCM-473V: 130mW (at 10 % harmonic distortion)

TCM-455V/454VK/453V: 300mW (at 10 % harmonic distortion)

Input

TCM-473V: Microphone input jack (minijack) sensitivity 0.2 mV for 3 kilohms or lower impedance microphone TCM-455V/454VK/453V: Microphone input jack (minijack) sensitivity 0.14 mV for 3 kilohms or lower impedance microphone

Output	This warranty is valid only in the United States.
TCM-473V: 2(headphones) jack (stereo minijack) for 8-300
ohms headphones
TCM-455V/454VK/453V: 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 (TCM-455V for U.S.A.: supplied.
Other models: not supplied): 3V DC
•Two NC-AA rechargeable batteries (1.2 V) (supplied to
TCM-454VK)
DC IN 3 V jack accepts:
•Sony AC power adaptor (supplied to TCM-454VK) 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) (incl. projecting parts and controls)
113 ⋅ 91 ⋅ 37 mm (41/2 ⋅ 3 5/8 ⋅ 11/2 in.)
Mass (not incl. batteries)
TCM-473V: 185g (6.6 oz.)
TCM-455V/454VK/453V: 170g (6.0 oz.)
Supplied accessories
Hand strap (1) (attached to the unit)
AC power adaptor (1) (TCM-454VK)
Battery charger adaptor (1) (TCM-454VK)
Rechargeable batteries (TCM-454VK) (2)
(Models for U.S.A. and Canada: NC-AA, 1.2V, 600mAh, Ni-
Cd)
(Model for Europe: NC-AA, 1.2V, 700mAh, Ni-Cd)
Cassette tape DC-90 (TCM-455V for U.S.A.) (1)
Sony alkaline battery LR6 (SG) (TCM-455V for U.S.A.) (2)
Microphone (TCM-455V for U.S.A.) (1)
Carrying pouch (TCM-455V for U.S.A.) (1)
Headphones (1) (TCM-473V)
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Maintenance

Erase head Capstan

Pinch-roller

Record/playback	Cotton swab
head

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

Use a soft cloth slightly moistened in water. Do not use alcohol, benzine or thinner.

Note (TCM-473V only)

Clean the headphones plug periodically.