Features of the W-890R

Front panel

POWER switch

This switches the unit power between off and on.

NOTE

The apparatus draws nominal non-operating power from the AC outlet with its POWER in the off position.

TAPE I compartment

RTZ key (TAPE I only)

This key returns the tape to the counter zero point.

COUNTER RESET keys

Pressing these keys reset the tape counter readings for TAPE I and TAPE II, respectively.

Synchro reverse key (SYNC REVERSE)

Pressing this key activates the synchro reverse dubbing function.

REPEAT key

This allows repeat playback of a selected section of the tape.

Display

This shows tape counters, level meters, etc.

Parallel record key (PARALLEL REC)

This key lets you simultaneously record on both decks.

Dubbing start key (DUB START)

This key is used when copying the contents of a tape from TAPE I to TAPE II, either at normal or high speed.

TAPE II compartment

Reverse mode switch (REV MODE)

This switch is used to switch between reverse modes.

TIMER switch

This switch is provided for use with a commercially available audio timer, to allow timer controlled recording or playback. Normally, leave this switch to the OFF position.

DOLBY NR switch

This switch toggles the Dolby Noise Reduction system on/off. In playback you need to set this switch to the same position as when the recording was made.

EJECT ( ) keys

Pressing these keys opens the TAPE I and TAPE II compartments.

MIC jack and level control

Insert your microphone into this jack and use the knob to adjust the level of mic input.

NOTE

The MIC jack is mono. You cannot use a stereo microphone with this cassette deck.

Headphones jack (PHONES)

Plug your headphones into this jack.

PITCH CONTROL

This control is used to vary the playback speed.

REC LEVEL

This control is used to adjust the recording level.

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