Sony TC-TX5 User's Manual
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1. CrOz or TYPE IV metal since the tape deck automatically detects the tape type ATS ATS Automatic Tape Selection 11 DOLBY NR 3 Turn the DHC MD5 component system on The tape deck turns on automatically Press amp on the tape deck and place a recorded tape Pressing amp again closes the cassette tray With the side you want to play facing upward 3 Set DIRECTION to to play one side Set it to C to play both sides 4 Press C Press lt I to play the reverse side The tape starts playing The tape deck stops automatically after repeating the sequence five times To Press Stop play l Pause I1 Press again to resume play Fast forward then D gt for upper side or lt K for reverse side Rewind O then lt lt for upper side or D gt for reverse side Find the D gt for going forward or lt lt biginning ofa for going back during track AMS playback Remove the cassette The Automatic Music Sensor AMS feature detects a blank space of more than four seconds between tracks and locates the track quickly TC TX5 3 858 049 11 1 EN Tips e The lamp above lights up in red when a cassette is loaded in the tape deck and goes off when there is no cassette in the tape deck e Pressing E gt or lt 1 when the power is off automatically turns the power on and starts tape playback One Touch Play2. distorted e Set DOLBY NR to the same setting as the tape was recorded e Move the tape deck away from the TV or VCR There is no sound e The mains lead is disconnected from the wall outlet e Make sure the connection of the audio connecting cords is correct The remote does not work Automatic Source Selection and or One Touch Play does not work e Make sure the connection of the AU BUS connecting cords is correct The functions synchronized with the DHC MDS5 such as the CD Synchro Recording does not work e Make sure the connection of the AU BUS connecting cord is correct Specifications Recording system Frequency response Wow and flutter Input Output General Power requirements Power consumption Dimensions Mass Supplied accessories 4 track 2 channel stereo DOLBY NR OFF 30 14 000 Hz 3 dB using Sony TYPE I cassette 30 15 000 Hz 3 dB using Sony TYPE II cassette 0 15 W Peak IEC 0 1 W RMS NAB 0 2 W Peak DIN TAPE IN phono jacks impedance 47 kilohms TAPE OUT phono jacks voltage 550 mV impedance 47 kilohms 220 230V AC 50 60 Hz 10W Approx 280 x 85 x 360 mm 11 x 33 x 14 in w h d incl projecting parts and controls Approx 3 7 kg 8 Ib 3 oz Audio connecting cord 2 AU BUS connecting cord 1 Design and specifications are subject to change without notice TC TX5 3 858 049 11 1 EN 11 Sony Corporation P
3. tape deck The tape deck stands by for recording and the CD player stands by for playback The lamps on O REC CD SYNC E gt for upper side and II light up 6 Press II on the tape deck Recording starts To stop recording Press O on the tape deck or on the CD player Tips e If you want to record from the reverse side press lt 1 for reverse side so that the lamp on lt A lights up e When you record on both sides be sure to start from the upper side If you start from the reverse side recording stops at the end of the reverse side e When you want to reduce the hiss noise in low level high frequency signals set DOLBY NR to ON before step 5 e If the tape reaches the end of its upper side during dual sided recording the fadeout feature works so that a track is not abruptly cut off at the end of the tape Fade Synchro The track will record again from the beginning of the reverse side The fadeout feature also works when you record on one side only Note You cannot listen to other sources while recording TC TX5 3 858 049 11 1 EN Recording manually With this procedure you can record a CD just the songs as you like or start recording from the middle of the tape You can also record a radio programme or MD on the tape H lt gt oO 6 DOLBY NR 4 1 Turn the DHC MD5 component system on The tape deck turns on automatically 2 Press amp on the tape
4. S O N Y 3 858 049 11 1 Stereo Cassette Deck Operating Instructions TC TX5 1996 by Sony Corporation TC TX5 3 858 049 11 1 To prevent fire or shock hazard do not expose the unit to rain or moisture To avoid electrical shock do not open the cabinet Refer servicing to qualified personnel only Do not install the appliance in a confined space such as a bookcase or built in cabinet The TC TX5 tape deck is designed only for the DHC MD5 component system Here are some of the features you can use with this tape deck when connected with the DHC MD5 Mini Hi Fi component system Auto Power On Off Turning on off the tape deck is synchronized with the DHC MD5 component system see page 5 Pressing the E gt or lt J on the tape deck turns the power on CD Synchro Recording You can record a CD to a cassette with easy operation see page 7 One Touch Play Pressing E gt or lt J on the tape deck when the power is off automatically turns the power on and starts tape playback if there is a cassette in the deck see page 6 Automatic Source Selection You can switch from another source to the tape deck and start playing a cassette just by pressing gt or lt I on the tape deck see page 6 Timer You can wake up to music or record a radio programme at a preset time For detail refer to the sections Waking up to music and Timer recording radio programmes in the instructions man
5. and the speakers are connected correctly and firmly Should any problem persist consult your nearest Sony dealer The cassette tray does not close e Turn on the tape deck again and press amp The operating buttons on the tape deck do not work e Press any of the operating buttons after the lamp on I stops flashing For approximately two seconds after the tape deck turns on the buttons on the tape deck do not work e Reset the cassette and press The tape does not play or record e There is slack in the tape Take up any slack in the tape e The heads are dirty Clean them see page 9 The tape does not record e No cassette in the cassette tray e The tab has been removed from the cassette see page 9 e The tape has reeled to the end The tape does not record nor play or there is a decrease in sound level e The heads are dirty Clean them see page 9 e The record playback heads are magnetized Demagnetize them see page 9 The tape does not erase completely e The record playback heads are magnetized Demagnetize them see page 9 TC TX5 3 858 049 11 1 EN There is excessive wow or flutter or the sound drops out e The capstans in the tape deck are dirty Clean them see page 9 Noise increases or the high frequencies are erased e The record playback heads are magnetized Demagnetize them see page 9 e Move the tape deck away from the TV or VCR The sound is
6. deck and place a blank tape Pressing amp again closes the cassette tray With the side you want to record facing upward TC TX5 3 858 049 11 1 EN 3 Press FUNCTION of the DHC MD5 until CD MD TUNER or VIDEO GAME appears Select this indication when you record the sound of the connected VCR or video game For details refer to Connecting optional AV components and outdoor aerials in the instructions of the DHC MD5 component system 4 Set DIRECTION to to record on one side Set it to C2 to record on both sides 5 Press O REC on the tape deck The tape deck stands by for recording The lamps on O REC Il and E gt for upper side light up 6 Press II or E gt on the tape deck Recording starts 7 Start playback on the source component To Press Stop recording O on the tape deck Pause recording 10 on the tape deck Tips e If you want to record from the reverse side press lt 1 for reverse side so that the lamp on lt A lights up e When you want to reduce the hiss noise in low level high frequency signals set DOLBY NR to ON before step 5 Precautions On operating voltage Before operating the tape deck check that the operating voltage of your tape deck is identical with the voltage of your local power supply On safety e The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source mains as long as it is connected to the wall out
7. e You can switch from another source to the tape deck just by pressing D gt or lt J Automatic Source Selection e To start playing automatically from the beginning of the tape after fast winding Auto Play press gt while holding down lt lt for the upper side or press lt q while holding down PP for the reverse side e When you want to reduce the hiss noise in low level high frequency signals set DOLBY NR to ON Note The AMS feature may not work in the following cases the blank space between tracks is four seconds or less the sound sources recorded in the right channel are different from that in the left channel as ina KARAOKE tape low volume or low sound continues the TV is too close to the tape deck TC TX5 3 858 049 11 1 EN Recording a CD CD Synchro Recording The CD SYNC button lets you record from a CD to a tape easily You can use TYPE I normal or TYPE II CrO2 tape since the tape deck automatically detects the tape type 6 DOLBY NR 4 1 Tur the DHC MD5 component system on The tape deck turns on automatically 2 Press amp on the tape deck and place a blank tape Pressing amp again closes the cassette tray With the side you want to record on facing upward 3 Place a CD in the CD player 4 Set DIRECTION to to record on one side Set it to C2 to record on both sides 5 Press CD SYNC on the
8. hen you are using a TYPE II CrO2 or TYPE IV metal cassette be careful not to cover the detector slots which allow the tape player to automatically detect the type of tape TYPEN TYPEIV V NY Detector slots Cleaning the tape heads Clean the tape heads after every 10 hours of use When the tape heads become dirty the sound is distorted there is a decrease in sound level the sound drops out the tape does not erase completely the tape does not record Make sure to clean the tape heads before you start an important recording or after playing an old tape Use a separately sold dry type or wet type cleaning cassette For details refer to the instructions of the cleaning cassette Demagnetizing the tape heads Demagnetize the tape heads and the metal parts that has contact with the tape after every 20 to 30 hours of use with a separately sold demagnetizing cassette For details refer to the instructions of the demagnetizing cassette Cleaning the cabinet Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with mild detergent solution Never use strong solvents such as thinner or benzine since they may damage the finish If you have any questions or problems concerning your tape deck please consult your nearest Sony dealer TC TX5 3 858 049 11 1 EN 10 Troubleshooting If you run into any problem using this tape deck use the following check list First check that the mains lead is connected firmly
9. let even if the unit itself has been turned off e Unplug the tape deck from the wall outlet mains if it is not to be used for an extended period of time To disconnect the cord mains lead pull it out by the plug Never pull the cord itself e Should any solid object or liquid fall into the component unplug the tape deck and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further e The mains lead must be changed only at a qualified service shop On placement e Place the tape deck in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat build up in the tape deck e Do not place the unit in an inclined position e Do not place the unit in locations where it is Extremely hot or cold Dusty or dirty Very humid Vibrating Subject to direct sunlight Before placing a cassette in the tape deck Take up any slack in the tape Otherwise the tape may get entangled in the parts of the tape deck and become damaged When using a tape longer than 90 minutes The tape is very elastic Do not change the tape operations such as play stop and fast winding etc frequently The tape may get entangled in the tape deck To save a tape permanently To prevent a tape from being accidentally recorded over break off the cassette tab from side A or B as illustrated If you later want to reuse the tape for recording cover the broken tab with adhesive tape 0 Tab of side A Tab of side B W
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11. ual of the DHC MD5 component system However perform the following settings on the tape deck e DOLBY NR B type TC TX5 3 858 049 11 1 EN e The recording side of the cassette DIRECTION Remote Control The remote supplied with the DHC MD5 can operate the tape deck This system is equipped with Dolby NR Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation DOLBY and the double D symbol DO are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Table of Contents Getting Started Hooking up the system csccecee 4 Operations Playing a tape cccccsciicnusaanics 5 Recording a CD wicca 7 Recording manually isissisiisiisa 8 Additional Information PRECAUTIONS c ciescecsssiescaseetessiessecsseecicacdecies 9 Troubleshooting seinan 10 Specifications TC TX5 3 858 049 11 1 EN Hooking up the system Do the following procedures i to EJ to hook up your system using the supplied cords DHC MD5 rear panel J four I ssisS 166 TC TX5 rear panel H Connect the AU BUS connecting Connect the mains lead to a wall cord to the AU BUS connectors until outlet it clicks Connect the audio connecting cords to the jacks of the same colour TC TX5 3 858 049 11 1 EN Playing a tape You can use any type of tape TYPE I normal TYPE II
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