RCA SCT-530 Cassette Player User Manual
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1. electrician to replace your obsolete outlet Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug If you alert you to important need an extension use a polarized cord operating and maintenance Power Cord Protection Route power supply cords so they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed on or against them paying particular attention to cords at plugs convenience receptacles instructions in this owner s and the point where they exit from the product manual Lightning For added protection for this product during a lightning storm or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable WARNING TO REDUCE THE RISK system This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power line surges OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK DO Overloading Do not overload wall outlets extension cords or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO Objects and Liquids Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may RAIN OR MOISTURE touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in or electric shock N ever spill liquid of any kind on the product This cassette deck complies with the limits for a Class B Servicing Do not attempt to service this product yourself as opening or removing cov2. saws 6 Dolby NOISE REGU a a E EEN 6 Special 7 Fast FOrWalrd R 7 PAWS E E E E 7 COMEMUOUS PAY 7 Recording and DUBIN 8 8 Recording fromm Lit GH 8 Copyiing a Cassette Tape DUDDING EVNET 8 9 Restoring Tape Tension Sound Quality 9 Cassette 9 Erase Protection TADS asias 9 GINGA NCS aiid diane re 10 Cleaningthe Tape Handling 10 TOU 11 13 To Features Control NANG 14 NOTES 15 PRB1199A En 01 09 DOC 4 9 2 99 9 22 PM Poa Poa CONNECTIONS CONNECTING THE RECORDING AND PLAYBACK CABLES 1 Using one of the supplied audio cables connect the cassette 5 left and rig
3. e The cassettes you load should have the same Dolby NR type If they do not the tape that has a different Dolby NR type than the DOLBY NR switch setting might sound distorted e Besure to set the tapes properly before starting continuous play 1 Load acassette tapein each tape compartment then close the compartment doors 2 Set DOLBY NR 3 Press PLAY on Deck 2 The cassette in Deck 2 plays 4 Adjust the volume tone and balance control on your receiver amplifier for the desired sound 5 Press PAUSE on Deck 1 6 Press PLAY on Deck 1 When Deck 25 cassette tape ends Deck 2 automatically stops and Deck 15 cassette tape plays When Deck 15 cassette tape ends Deck 1 automatically stops PRB1199A En 01 09 DOC 7 9 2 99 9 22 PM SPECIAL FEATURES RECORDING AND DUBBING You can record from any component connected to the receiver amplifier or dub copy cassette tapes Notes Tape quality greatly affects the quality of the recording Your cassette deck can play 11 tape We recommend Radio Shack brand tapes Before recording or dubbing be sure the cassettes onto which you want to record or dub have their erase protection tabs in place To prevent accidental erasure of a tape remove the erase protection tabs For more information see Erase Protection Tabs To record at the beginning of a cassette turn the cassettes hub with your finger a pencil until the dark part
4. To erase all or part of a cassette tape turn off your input source Then press RECORD To erase the entire cassette tape let the tape record to the end You can quickly erase both sides of a cassette tape using a bulk tape eraser available at your local Radio Shack store ERASE PROTECTION TABS Most cassette tapes have two erase protection tabs one for each side of the tape When a tab is in place you can erase or record on that tape side To protect your recordings from being accidentally erased or recorded over carefully break off the erase protection tabs using a screwdriver or similar tool PRB1199A En 01 09 DOC 9 If you later decide to erase or record over the tape you can place a piece of tape over the holes Note When covering the holes cover only the place that was originally protected by the plastic tab 9 2 99 9 22 PM 10 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Your RCA SCT 530 High Speed Dubbing Stereo Cassette Deck is an example of superior design and craftsmanship These suggestions will help you care for the cassette deck so you can enjoy it for years Keep the cassette deck dry If it gets wet wipe it dry immediately Liquids can contain minerals that can corrode the electronic circuits Handle the cassette deck gently and carefully Dropping it can damage the circuit boards and case and can cause the cassette deck to work improperly Use and store the cassette deck only in normal t
5. CU Pie owner s manual SCT 530 HIGH SPEED DUBBING STEREO CASSETTE DECK FEATURES Your RCA SCT 530 High Speed Dubbing Stereo Cassette Deck combines two cassette decks for professional quality dubbing and the convenience of extended play Its special features include Dolby B Noise Reduction System reduces tape hiss and background noise for the best possible audio recording Auto Tape Selector automatically adjusts equalization and bias to match the type of tape you play Continuous Play lets you set the deck to automatically play two tapes in sequence High Speed Dubbing lets you copy tapes at twice the normal speed Auto Stop protects the tape and the playback record mechanisms by stopping playback or recording at the end of the tape For your permanent records we urge you to record your cassette deck s serial number in the space below You can find the serial number on the label on the back panel of the cassette deck Serial Number Warning Most prerecorded tapes contain copyrighted material Copying or dubbing of such material is a violation of copyright laws 00 DOLBY NR Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby Noise Reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation 1999 Tandy Corporation All Rights Reserved PRB1199A En 01 09 DOC 2 9 2 99 9 22 PM I
6. of the tape enters the opening in the edge of the cassette Before dubbing position both tapes this way Recording from Line In Sources To record from the device connected to the cassette decks LINE INPUT jacks follow these steps Press POWER to turn on the cassette deck Load a blank tape or one you want to record over into Deck 2 Be sure the side you want to record on is facing you and the full reel is to the left Set DOLBY NR to IN to record with Dolby Noise Reduction See Dolby Noise Reduction Press PAUSE on Deck 2 Press RECORD PLAY on Deck 2 automatically engages Play the loudest part of the selection you want to record If the recording levels constantly peak in the 3 dB range or if the recording is distorted set RECORD LEVEL ATT to IN This reduces the input signal level To begin recording press PAUSE on Deck 2 To stop recording press STOP EJECT on Deck 2 PRB1199A En 01 09 DOC 8 Coping a Cassette Tape Dubbing Notes If the original recording has Dolby NR the copy will also have it regardless of the position of DOLBY NR If the original does not have Dolby NR you cannot add it to the tape you are dubbing Each deck automatically stops when the tape reaches the end of the side We recommend you dub onto a tape that is the same length as the original so the decks stop at the same time To copy a cassette tape 2 Press POWER to turn on the cassette deck Load the cas
7. technician if the problem still exists e When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required be sure the service technician uses replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or having the same characteristics as the original part Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire electric shock or other hazards Safety Check Upon completion of service or repairs to this product ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition Wall or Ceiling Mount The product should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as recommended by the manufacturer Heat The product should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other products including amplifiers that produce heat PRB1199A En 01 09 DOC 3 9 2 99 9 22 PM CONTENTS COnNNECUON S 5 Connecting the Recording and Playback tee tne 5 COMMEGHIN GIP 5 Basle Operati Neinei a aa tna mins AAR 6 loading and Playinga Cassette at tially 6 boadingia Cassette TapE 6
8. years of trouble free service if you follow the instructions in this manual If you do have problems the chart below can help you solve them If you still have problems after following the suggestions below take the cassette deck to your local Radio Shack store for assistance Symptom Cause Power does not come on The power cord is unplugged e component to which the power cord is attached is turned off The door does not open e The deck is not stopped Power was turned off while the tape was moving The door does not close The cassette is not properly loaded The tape immediately stops e The tape is at the end of that side tape has too much slack The level meter does not work e There is nothing recorded on the during playback tape The tape heads are dirty There is no sound e The amplifiers input selector is not properly set e The amplifiers volume is too low There are connection problems The record indicator does not e The erase prevention tabs are broken light when you try to record off level meter does not work during recording There are connection problems e The amplifier is not delivering a signal to the deck Nothing records onto the tape The tape heads are dirty The sound is unstable or e The heads pinch rollers capstans interrupted are dirty e The tape is not uniformly wound High frequency sounds are A tape recorded without
9. Dolby NR is missing being played back with DOLBY NR set to IN The tape heads are dirty PRB1199A En 10 16 DOC 11 Remedy e Plug in the power cord e Turn on the component Press STOP EJECT Turn on the power Remove and reinsert the cassette Play the other side of the tape or rewind the tape Take up the slack Replace the tape with one that has a recording Clean the tape heads Set the amplifiers input selector to the same input you connected the deck to Turn up the amplifiers volume Check all connections Replace the tape with one with unbroken tabs or cover the holes with tape Check all connections Correctly set the amplifiers controls Clean the tape heads Clean all tape handling parts Completely rewind then fast forward the tape Set DOLBY NR to OUT e Clean the tape heads 11 9 2 99 9 23 PM 12 TROUBLE SHOOTING Symptom Cause Remedy High frequency sounds are A tape recorded with Dolby NR is Set DOLBY NR to the same position as emphasized being played back with DOLBY NR was used for recording set to OUT The sounds from previous The tape heads are dirty e Clean the tape heads recordings are still on the tape with new recordings The sound is distorted The recording level is too high Set RECORD LEVEL to IN The original signal was distorted Replace the original recording source The heads are dirty Clean the tape he
10. MPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This cassette deck is made and tested to Careful attention is devoted to quality standards in the manufacture of your cassette deck and safety is a i major factor in its design However safety is also your responsibility meet exacting safety standards It meets E This section lists important information that will help you properly use and enjoy your cassette deck and both UL and FCC requi rements accessories Read all the included safety and operating instructions before using your cassette deck follow them closely and retain them for future reference Heed Warnings Follow all warnings on the product and in the operating instructions CAUTION Cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning Use only a damp cloth for cleaning Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK Attachments Do not use attachments accessories not recommended by the product manufacturer as DO NOT OPEN they might create a hazard Water and Moisture Do not use this product near water for example near bathtub washbowl CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE Accessories Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand tripod bracket or table The product may fall causing serious injury to child or adult and serious damage to the product Use only with ca
11. ads There is too much noise Poor quality tape is being used e Use better quality tape e There is a faulty connection Check all connections The tape heads are dirty Clean the tape heads PRB1199A En 10 16 DOC 12 9 2 99 9 23 PM SPECIFICATIONS 4 track 2 channel stereo te One Hard Permalloy Record Playback ead One Hard Permalloy Playback H ead One Ferrite Erasing H ead drains E One DC Servo Motor Wow an 0 15 WRMS JIS Fast Winding TIMG iaa a A Approx 115 seconds C 60 tape Frequency Response at 20 dB recording level Type ll Hi Bias Chrome Tape 30 to 16 000 Hz N OF Mal 30 to 16 000 Hz Signal to N oise Ratio Dolby NR Off More than 56 dB Noise Reduction Effect DODY BNR ON urasi innana ai enaki More than 10 dB at 5 kHz No more than 1 at 4 dB 160 nwb m Input Sensitivity LINE INPUT 112 mV Input Impedance 24 Output Reference level LINE OUTPUT ccccccccssssssscsstesssssscssrscsssrsescrssesersses
12. arees 0 5 V Output Impedance 1 9 kOhm Power Requirements ete AC 120V 60 Hz Power 15 W DIMENSION PTE EOE TEE CTT TEREST 5 1 8 16 16 x 913 16 Inches HWD 130x420x250mm werner 7 Ibs 8 oz 3 4 kg ACCESSONGS Two connection cords with pin plugs Specifications are typical individual units might vary Specifications are subject to change and improvement without notice PRB1199A En 10 16 DOC 13 9 2 99 9 23 PM 13 INDEX TO FEATURES BY CONTROL NAME This table lists the control and indicator names found on the front of your cassette deck along with the page number where the control or indicator is discussed Control Indicator Name DOLBY NR DUBBING SPEED FAST F PAUSE PLAY POWER RECORD RECORD LEVEL ATT REWIND STOP EJECT 6 8 7 7 6 6 8 8 7 6 14 PRB1199A En 10 16 DOC 14 9 2 99 9 23 PM _ NOTES PRB1199A En 10 16 DOC 15 9 2 99 9 23 PM 09 99 PRB1199A En 10 16 DOC Limited One Year Warranty This product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing defects in material and workmanship under normal use for one 1 year from the date of purchase from Radi
13. emperature environments Temperature extremes can shorten the life of electronic devices and distort or melt plastic parts Keep the cassette deck away from dust and dirt which can cause premature wear of parts Wipe the cassette deck with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new Do not use harsh chemicals cleaning solvents or strong detergents to clean the cassette deck OOO Modifying or tampering with the cassette deck s internal parts can cause a malfunction and might invalidate its warranty and void your FCC authorization to operate it If your cassette deck is not operating as it should take it to your local Radio Shack store for assistance PRB1199A En 10 16 DOC 10 Cleaning the Tape Handling Parts Clean the tape handling parts after about every 20 hours of use Use a cotton swab dipped in tape head cleaning solution or denatured alcohol to gently clean the parts shown in the illustration pa e Recording Playback Head DECK 2 Tape head cleaning supplies are available at your local Radio Shack store 9 2 99 9 23 PM Poa TROUBLE SHOOTING This cassette deck has been manufactured to the specifications of RadioShack and is covered by alimited warranty from RadioShack If your cassette deck is not operating as it should take it to your local RadioShack store or call 1 800 THE SHACK for assistance Your cassette deck should give you
14. ers may expose digital device as specified in Part 15 of FCC Rules These you to dangerous voltage or other hazards Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel limits provide reasonable protection against radio and TV Damage Requiring Service Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified interference residential area However your equipment service personnel under the following conditions might cause radio or TV interference even when it is operating properly To eliminate interference you can try me one or more of the following corrective measures e If liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the product e When the power supply cord or plug is damaged Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna If the product has been exposed to rain or water e Increase the distance between the cassette deck and the Ifthe product does not operate normally by following the operating instructions Adjust only those radio or TV controls that are covered by the operating instructions as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the e Use outlets on different electrical circuits for the product to normal operation cassette deck and the radio or TV Consult your local Radio Shack store or an experienced AB Sirol has anyway radio TV
15. ht LINE OUTPUT jacks to the receiver amplifier s left and right tape input jacks 2 Using the other audio cable connect the cassette LINE INPUT jacks to the receiver amplifier s tape output jacks Note If you are not sure which receiver amplifier jacks to use refer to your receiver amplifier s owners manual CONNECTING POWER Carefully check all connections Then plug the AC power cord into a standard AC outlet The power plug is polarized and fits only one way Warning To prevent electric shock do not plug the power cord into an extension cord or other receptacle unless you can fully and easily insert the plug blades PRB1199A En 01 09 DOC DCC PLAY LINE INPUT OUTPUT SCT 530 5 9 2 99 9 22 PM BASIC OPERATION LOADING AND PLAYING A CASSETTE TAPE Loading a Cassette Tape 1 Useyour finger or a pencil to turn the cassettes hub and take up any tape slack Note Do not touch the tape Fingerprints attract dust and dirt 2 Press the appropriate STOP EJECT button Deck or Deck 2 to open the cassette compartment door 3 Load the cassette with its open edge facing down and the side you want to play facing out 4 Gently close the compartment door Note An index to the cassette deck s features by control name is on Page 14 Refer to this index to find the page where a particular control or indicator is described Playing a Cas
16. oShack company owned stores and authorized RadioShack franchisees and dealers EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN RadioShack MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THE WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN RadioShack SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY TO CUSTOMER OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY WITH RE SPECT TO ANY LIABILITY LOSS OR DAMAGE CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM INCONVENIENCE LOSS OF TIME DATA PROPERTY REVENUE OR PROFIT OR ANY INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES EVEN IF RadioShack HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES Some states do not allow the limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you In the event of a product defect during the warranty period take the product and the RadioShack sales receipt as proof of purchase date to any RadioShack store RadioShack will at its option unless otherwise provided by law a correct the defect by product repair without charge for parts and labor b replace the product with one of the same or similar design or c refund the purchase price All
17. replaced parts and products and products on which a refund is made become the property of RadioShack New or reconditioned parts and products may be used in the performance of warranty service Repaired or replaced parts and products are warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period You will be charged for repair or replacement of the product made after the expiration of the warranty period This warranty does not cover a damage or failure caused by or attributable to acts of God abuse accident misuse improper or abnormal usage failure to follow instructions improper installation or maintenance alteration lightning or other incidence of excess voltage or current b any repairs other than those provided by a RadioShack Authorized Service Facility c consumables such as fuses or batteries d cosmetic damage e transportation shipping or insurance costs or f costs of product removal installation set up service adjustment or reinstallation This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state RadioShack Customer Relations Dept W 100 Throckmorton St Suite 600 Fort Worth TX 76102 We Service What We Sell 09 99 RadioShack A Division of Tandy Corporation Fort Worth Texas 76102 9 2 99 9 23 14 1401 lt PRB1199 A gt Printed in
18. rt stand tripod bracket table recommended by the manufacturer or sold with the product Follow the manufacturers instructions for mounting and use a recommended mounting accessory QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL Carts Move the product on cart carefully Quick stops excessive force and o uneven surfaces may cause the product cart to overturn This symbol is intended to Ventilation Slots and openings in the cabinet provide ventilation ensure alert you to the presence of e reliable operation and protect from overheating Do not block or cover these openings and do not place the product bed sofa rug or other similar dangerous voltage inside surface Do not place the product in a built in bookcase or rack unless it provides the product that can cause proper ventilation as specified by the manufacturer shock Do not open the Power Sources Operate this product using only the power source indicated on its marking label If product s case you are not sure of your homes power type consult your product dealer or local power company Polarization This product is equipped with a polarized AC line plug a plug having one blade wider than the other This plug will fit in the power outlet only one way This is a safety feature If you cannot gt insert the plug fully into the outlet try reversing the plug If plug still doesnt fit contact your This symbol is intended to
19. sette Tape Press POWER to turn on the cassette deck 2 Set DOLBY HR to IN if the cassette was recorded with Dolby NR See Dolby Noise Reduction 3 Set the receiver amplifiers volume control to its lowest position 4 Press PLAY for the deck you are using 5 Adjust the receiver amplifiers volume tone and balance controls 6 Press STOP EJECT to stop playback 7 Press STOP EJECT again to open the cassette door and remove the cassette PRB1199A En 01 09 DOC 6 DOLBY NOISE REDUCTION The Dolby Noise Reduction NR system reduces tape hiss and background noise When you record the Dolby NR circuit listens to the program for places where you might later hear tape noise The Dolby NR system records these sections at a higher level When you play the tape the circuit decreases the volume of these sections restoring the music to its original level and reducing the level of tape noise Dolby B NR reduces background noise by about 10 dB 9 2 99 9 22 PM SPECIAL FEATURES FAST FORWARD REWIND To rapidly advance or rewind the tape press FAST F or REWIND To stop the tape press STOP EJECT When the tape reaches the end the cassette deck automatically stops PAUSE To temporarily stop playback or recording press PAUSE To restart press PAUSE again Note You cannot pause while fast forwarding or rewinding USING CONTINUOUS PLAY You can load two cassette tapes to play one after the other Notes
20. sette tape you want to copy into Deck 1 Be sure the side you want to copy is facing you and the full reel is to the left Load a blank tape one you want to record over into Deck 2 Be sure the side you want to record on is facing you and the full reel is to the left Set DUBBING SPEED to NORM to dub at normal playback speed HIGH to dub at twice the normal speed Press PAUSE then PLAY on Deck 1 Press RECORD on Deck 2 PLAY on Deck 2 automatically engages Deck 1 starts playing and dubbing begins Each deck automatically stops when the tape reaches the end To manually stop dubbing press STOP EJECT on both cassette decks 9 2 99 9 22 PM TAPE HINTS 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 side of the cassettes outer shell on a flat surface Note Be careful not to damage the cassette when tapping it Do not touch the exposed tape or allow any sharp objects near the cassette ERASING A CASSETTE TAPE If you no longer want a recording you can record over it or erase it To record over cassette tape simply record as usual The cassette deck records over the previous recording
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