Sony Microcassette-corder M-427C User's Manual
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1. H high or L low depending on the conditions To monitor the sound Connect the earphone not supplied to EAR jack The monitor volume cannot be adjusted by VOL To prevent a cassette from being accidentally recorded over Break out and remove the cassette tabs To reuse the cassette for recording cover the tab hole with adhesive tape 1 Insert a cassette with the side to start playing facing the lid 2 Select the tape speed to the same speed as that used for recording 3 Press lt 4 Adjust the volume To Press or slide Stop playback stop fast Hi forward or rewind Slide d P AUSE in the direction of the arrow The BATT lamp goes off Slide lt lt CUE PP REVIEW toward ACUE during stop Rewind Slide lt lt CUE PPREVIEW toward PP REVIEW during stop Keep lt lt CUE P REVIEW pushed down during playback and release it at the point you want Search backward during Keep lt lt CUE P REVIEW pushed playback REVIEW up during playback and release it at the point you want Pause playback Fast forward Search forward during playback CUE If you leave the unit after the tape has been wound or rewound the batteries will be consumed rapidly Be sure to depress M4 The tape moves faster in the rewind REVIEW mode than in the fast forward CUE mode At the end of the tape In the recording or playback mode the tape stops at the end of the tape and the locked buttons will2. be released automatically Automatic shut off mechanism After fast forward or rewind be sure to return lt CUE PP REVIEW to the center onnected Equipmen Dubbing onto another tape recorder Set this unit to the playback mode and another tape recorder to the recording mode Connecting cord RK G64HG l COD not supplied i
3. only Preparing Power Sources Choose one of the following power sources Dry Batteries Make sure that nothing is connected to the DC IN 3V jack 1 Open the battery compartment lid 2 Insert two R6 size AA batteries with correct polarity and close the lid If the battery compartment lid is accidentally detached Attach it as illustrated When to replace the batteries Replace the batteries with new ones when the BATT battery lamp dims and the sound is distorted Battery life Approx hours Batteries Recording Sony R6P SR ane Sony alkaline LR6 SG 19 NC AA M 579V only 6 0 House current to the wall outlet _ gt DC IN 3V AC power adaptor supplied with M 579V only or AC E30HG AC power adaptor not supplied Connect the AC power adaptor to DC IN 3V and toa wall outlet Use the AC power adaptor supplied with M 579V only or the AC E30HG AC power adaptor not supplied Do not use any other AC power adaptor Polarity of the plug wee Microphone BATT t PAUSE lt CUE REVIEW gt gt i VOR 1 M 529V 539V 579V only Press the reset button of the TAPE COUNTER 2 Press M4 and insert a standard microcassette with the side to start recording facing the lid 3 Select the desired tape speed 2 4 cm for optimum sound recommended for normal use A 30 minute recording can be made using both sides of the MC 30 microcassette 1 2 cm for longer recording
4. time A 60 minute recording can be made using both sides of the MC 30 microcassette 4 M 529V 539V 579V only Set VOR to H L or OFF If you set VOR to H or L the unit automatically starts recording the sound and pauses when there is no sound you can save tapes and batteries H To record at meeting or in a quiet and or spacious place L To record for dictation or in a noisy place When the sound is not loud enough set it to OFF or the unit may not start recording 5 Press Recording starts Recording level is fixed To Press or slide Stop recording as Start recording during playback during playback the unit becomes in the recording mode Push up lt lt CUE PP REVIEW toward REVIEW during the recording Release the button at the point to start playback Slide f _ AUSE in the direction of the arrow The BATT lamp goes off Take out a cassette FS Review the portion just recorded Pause recording Note Select the 2 4 cm tape speed for recording if you play back the recorded tape with another unit Otherwise the sound quality may be changed Notes on VOR Voice Operated Recording M 529V 539V 579V only e The VOR system depends on the environmental conditions If you cannot get the desired results set VOR to OFF e When you use the system in a noisy place the unit will stay in the recording mode If the sound is too soft on the contrary the unit will not start recording Set VOR to
5. 2 cm and 2 4 cm positions Recording cannot be made Connection is made incorrectly The batteries are weak Replace both batteries with new ones The head is contaminated Improper setting of the VOR switch M 529V 539V 579V only Set it to H or OFF Recording is interrupted The VOR switch M 529V 539V 579V only is set to H or L When you do not use VOR set it to OFF Recording cannot be erased completely The head is contaminated Maintenance Head Capstan Pinch roller To clean the tape head and path Press lt and wipe the head capstan and the pinch roller 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 Tape MICROCASSETTE normal position type Recording system 2 track 1 channel monaural Speaker Approx 3 6 cm 176 in dia Tape speed 2 4 cm s 6 ips 1 2 cm s 122 ips Frequency range 300 4 000 Hz Output Earphone jack minijack for 8 300 ohms earphone Pow er output at 10 harmonic distortion 160 mW Battery life recording See Preparing Power Souces Power requirements 3 V DC Two R6 size AA batteries Dimensions w h d Approx 66 7 x 120 8 x 25 mm 2 x 4 x 1 in incl projecting parts and controls Mass Approx 160 g 5 7 oz incl batteries Design and specifications are subject to change without notice
6. Optional accessories Microcassette MC 60 MC 30 Earphone ME 81 ME L82 Connecting cord RK G64HG miniplug to miniplug with attenuator AC power adaptor AC E30HG Car battery cord DCC E130L 3 858 067 81 1 SONY Microcassette Corder Operating Instructions M 417 427 427C 437 929V 539V 579V Sony Corporation 1997 Printed in Japan To prevent fire or shock hazard do not expose the unit to rain or moisture Welcome i Thank you for purchasing the Sony Microcassette Corder Some features are e The BATT lamp indicates when to replace the batteries e The VOR Voice Operated Recording system M 529V 539V 579V only starts and stops recording automatically in response to the sound e Edit function You can start recording directly from the playback mode by pressing the button to correct a previously recorded portion e Tape counter M 529V 539V 579V only e Automatic shut off mechanism at the end of the tape in the recording playback mode only eStop pause release function The pause switch is released automatically when the W button is depressed so that you don t miss a recording chance A t This Manual The instructions in this manual are for the M 417 M 427 M 427C M 437 M 529V M 539V and M 579V Before you start reading check your model number The M 529V is the model used for illustration purposes Any differences in operation are clearly indicated in the text for example M 529V
7. ersist after you have made these checks consult your nearest Sony dealer A cassette cannot be inserted The cassette is being inserted in the wrong way The cassette should be inserted in the lid with the tape side facing you lt has been already pressed cannot be pressed There is no cassette in the cassette compartment The cassette tab has been removed or lt 4 cannot be pressed The tape has reached the end After the automatic shut off P AUSE is slid in the direction of the arrow The unit does not operate The batteries have been inserted with incorrect polarity The batteries are weak Replace both batteries with new ones gt P AUSE is slid in the direction of the arrow The AC power adaptor or car battery cord is connected to the unit only and you are going to use the unit on batteries No sound comes from the speaker The earphone is plugged in The volume is turned down completely The sound drops out or comes with excessive noise The volume is turned down completely The batteries are weak Replace both batteries with new ones The head is contaminated See Maintenance Tape speed is too fast or too slow in the playback mode Improper setting of the TAPE SPEED switch Set it to the same speed as that used for recording Tape speed is faster than the normal playback speed The TAPE SPEED switch is set between the 1
8. tion On power e Operate the unit only on 3 V DC For AC operation use the AC adaptor recommended for the unit Do not use any other type For battery operation use two R6 size AA batteries On the unit e Use only the Microcassette standard microcassettes with this unit Non standard cassettes cannot be used because their L dimension see illustration is different Standard Only standard microcassettes have a small indention of side A Non standard f Approx 5 mm Approx 2 5 mm e Do not leave the unit in a location near heat sources or in a place subject to direct sunlight excessive dust or mechanical shock e 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 e 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 e When you do not use the unit for long remove the batteries to avoid damage caused by battery leakage and subsequent corrosion e If the unit has not been used for long set it in the playback mode and warm it up for a few minutes before inserting a cassette If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit please consult your nearest Sony dealer Tr leshootin Should any problem p
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