Roberts Radio RC9907 User's Manual
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1. ROBERIS Sound for Generations RC9907 Issue 3 pmd 1 540 600 800 1000 1200 1600 kHz 150 160 180 200 220 240 260 KH S gt oo0o A ROBERTS AC 9907 3 Band Radio Cassette Recorder with Programmable Clock Alarm RC9907 3 Band Radio Cassette Recorder Please read this manual before use 1 26 2007 1 35 PM Controls Auto Manual e Buzz Tape D Pause Stop Eject F Forward 1 Microphone 2 Headphone socket 3 Volume control 4 Telescopic aerial 5 Operation switch RC9907 Issue 3 pmd 2 Rewind 6 Function switch 7 Waveband switch 8 Tuning control 9 Record button 10 Play button meer Operation Function Waveband C lt Tuning Right side 11 Rewind button 12 Fastforward button 13 Stop eject button 14 Pause button 1 26 2007 1 35 PM ET Controls Front 18 20 17 16 88 94 96 100 104 106 108 MHz O 15 ROBERTS RC 9907 3 Band Radio Cassette Recorder with Programmable Clock Alarm 15 Cassette door 16 Set button 17 Mode button 540 600 800 1000 1200 1600 150 160 180 200 220 240 18 Alarm off button 19 Mains indicator 20 Clock display If you need any further advice please call our Technical Helpline on 0208 758 0338 Mon Fri RC9907 Issue 3 pmd 1 26 2007 1 35 PM Battery operation IMPOR2. 0208 758 0338 Mon Fri 14 RC9907 Issue 3 pmd 15 1 26 2007 1 35 PM lc kK El i RC9907 Issue 3 pmd 16 Cleaning the Heads The binder and oxide from magnetic tapes can accumulate on the pinch roller A the capstan shaft B and also the heads C and D This will impair the sound quality To clean these parts proceed as follows 1 Turn off the power to the unit 2 Press the Stop Eject button 3 3 Press the Play button 6 and the heads will be clearly seen 4 Clean the surfaces A B C D with a lint free rag or cotton swab soaked in alcohol Press the stop eject button as soon as cleaning is over General Do not allow this unit to be exposed to dripping or splashing water or steam It is recommended that the FM band be used wherever possible as better results in terms of quality and freedom from interference will usually be obtained than on the MW or LW bands e The name plate is located at the underside of the radio cassette recorder 15 No objects filled with liquids such as vases shall be placed on the radio It is recommended to operate the product such that there is a minimum distance 10cm recommended to adjacent objects in order to ensure good ventilation The ventilation of the product should not be restricted by covering it or its ventilation openings with items such as newspapers table cloths curtains etc No naked flame sources such as lighted candles should be placed on
3. 3 Set the alarm as previously described Set the Operation switch to the Buzz position Press the Set button the hours and minutes digits will flash Repeatedly press the Mode button until the symbol is showing Press the Set button three times to return to the normal clock display The radio will now turn on at the selected alarm time To cancel the alarm whilst the alarm is sounding press the Alarm off button CP Operation Auto e Manual e Buzz Alarm off Ca Lily Mode CE E E m 1 2 11 RC9907 Issue 3 pmd 12 Setting the alarm to wake to radio Set the alarm as previously described Tune in to the desired station and adjust the volume to the required level Set the Operation switch to the Auto position Press the Set button the hours and minutes digits will flash Repeatedly press the Mode button until the C symbol is showing Press the Set button three times to return to the normal clock display The radio will now turn on at the selected alarm time To cancel the alarm whilst the alarm is sounding press the Alarm off button Auto e Manual e Buzz 1 26 2007 1 35 PM D TAC LILt Alarm off Mode Making a timed recording o Opetaiidn 1 Tune in the station you wish to record at the preset time 2 Set the alarm to wake to radio as previously described 3 Insert a blank cassette into the Cassette
4. Manual position 2 Set the Function switch to the Tape position 3 Insert a blank cassette with the tape surface uppermost 4 Press the Record button to commence recording Auto e Manual e Buzz Note to reduce background noise it is important to speak as close as possible to the Internal microphone Pp Function Radio Tape ree lop lt O Pause Stop Eject F Forward If you need any further advice please call our Technical Helpline on 0208 758 0338 Mon Fri RC9907 Issue 3 pmd 9 1 26 2007 1 35 PM Rewind Play 6 Record kK E i Setting the clock D H Alarm off Mode Set 1 Press the Set button six times the display will show the hours digit Alarm off Mode Set 2 Press the Mode button until the required hour is displayed 3 Press the Set button the display will show the minutes digit 4 Press the Mode button until the required minute is displayed 5 Press the Set button to return to the normal clock display 6 Pressthe Mode button to start the clock atthe selected time The colon between the hours and minutes digit will flash showing that the clock is naman Mids et kianat Mods et running Note When setting the hours digit pressing and holding down the mode button until the hours digit has gone through midnight will change the clock to 24hr mode this is indicated by the letter H after
5. e Tape oft 1 26 2007 1 35 PM Listening to cassette tapes 1 Ensure that the Operation switch is in the Manual position 2 Set the Function switch to the Tape position 3 Press the Stop eject button to open the Cassette compartment 4 Inserta pre recorded cassette with the tape surface uppermost and the side with the desired recording facing towards you 5 Close the Cassette compartment 6 Depress the Play button and adjust the Volume control to suit your personal taste 7 Use the Fast forward or Rewind buttons to locate a specific part of If you need any further advice please call our Technical Helpline on the tape If you wish to temporarily stop the playback depress the Pause button When you are ready to resume playback press the Pause button a second time To stop the tape and switch off your radio cassette press the Stop Eject button 0208 758 0338 Mon Fri RC9907 Issue 3 pmd 7 CD Auto e Manual e Buzz Cog Radio e e Tape p lt lt sp lt fo Pause Stop Eject F Forward Rewind Play Record lt lt b gt lt O Pause Stop Eject F Forward Rewind Play Record lt Volume mm Max MENN RORE Pause Stop Eject F Forward 1 26 2007 1 35 PM Rewind Play Record EP i l RC9907 Is
6. it will be repaired or replaced free of charge The guarantee does not cover 1 Damage resulting from incorrect use 2 Consequential damage 3 Receivers with removed or defaced serial numbers N B Damaged or broken telescopic aerials will not be replaced under guarantee Procedure Any claim under this guarantee should be made through the dealer from whom the instrument was purchased It is likely that your Roberts dealer will be able to attend to any defect quickly and efficiently but should it be necessary the dealer will return the instrument to the Company s service department for attention In the event that it is not possible to return the instrument to the Roberts dealer from whom it was purchased please contact Roberts Radio Technical Services department at the address shown on the rear of this manual before taking further action These statements do not affect the statutory rights of a consumer RC9907 Issue 3 pmd 19 1 26 2007 1 35 PM E i l a Issue 3 RC9907 Issue 3 pmd ROBERTS RADIO TECHNICAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT 20 97 99 Worton Road Isleworth Middlesex TW7 6EG Technical Helpline 0208 758 0338 Mon Fri Website http www robertsradio co uk 1 26 2007 1 35 PM CE
7. TANT The LR6 AA size battery must be fitted at all times to provide power for the clock 1 Remove the Battery cover on the rear of the unit by pushing the catches in the direction of the arrow 2 Insert one LR6 AA size battery into the small space in the battery compartment The clock display will now appear The LR6 AA size battery provides power for the clock and must remain fitted at all times 3 Insert four LR14 C size batteries into the remaining spaces in the battery compartment Take care to ensure all batteries are inserted with the correct polarity as shown inside the battery compartment Replace the battery cover 4 Reduced power distortion and a stuttering sound are all signs that the batteries may need replacing 5 If your radio cassette is not to be used for any extended period of time it is recommended that the batteries are removed from the radio We would recommend for economy that the RC9907 is used on the Ka mains whenever possible with battery operation for occasional or stand by use only IMPORTANT The batteries should not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine fire or the like After use disposable batteries should if possible be taken to a suitable recycling centre On no account should batteries be disposed of by incineration Mains operation 1 Place your radio cassette on a flat surface 2 Plug the mains lead into the Mains socket lo
8. cated on the rear of your radio cassette ensuring that the plug is pushed fully into the socket 3 Plug the other end into a wall socket and switch on The Mains indicator will light up indicating that the radio is connected to the mains supply The batteries will be automatically disconnected RC9907 Issue 3 pmd 4 1 26 2007 1 35 PM S EA IMPORTANT The mains plug is used as the means of connecting Ga Function the radio to the mains supply The mains socket used for the radio Ga Operation must remain accessible during normal use In order to disconnect the radio from the mains completely the mains plug should be removed from the mains socket outlet completely 4 When the mains LED is off it indicates that the radio is completely disconnected from the mains Auto e Manuale Buzz Radio e Tape p gt Listening to the radio Waveband Ga Volume FM operation 1 Ensure that the Operation switch is in the Manual position 2 Set the Function switch to the Radio position 3 Select FM using the Waveband switch FM MW LW in m Max 4 Adjust the Volume control until a hissing sound is heard 5 The Telescopic aerial 17 which is only operational on FM should be fully extended 6 Carefully tune to the desired station using the Tuning control 7 Angle and rotate the Telescopic aerial to a p
9. compartment 4 Ensure that the Operation switch is set to the Auto position Auto e Manual e Buzz Sa 5 Press the Record button 6 The radio will turn on at the preset alarm time The tape will stop when K b gt O tape end is reached Pause Stop Eject F Forward Rewind Play Record Activating the hourly alarm Ka 1 Press the Set button the hours and minutes digits will flash Iri rc Lt oo 2 Repeatedly press the Mode button until the amp symbol is showing 3 Press the Set button three times to return to the normal clock display O O 4 Set the Operation switch to the Buzz position The alarm will now D bleep on each hour Note this function is not available if either the radio or tape functions are being used CF Operation l Alarm off Mode Set O Q Auto e Manual e Buzz If you need any further advice please call our Technical Helpline on 0208 758 0338 Mon Fri 12 RC9907 Issue 3 pmd 13 1 26 2007 1 35 PM EP i l O lc KX 1 S Displaying the alarm time 1 Whilst the current time is displayed press the mode button once Taigin The alarm time stored will be displayed after approximately two BSE seconds the display will automatically switch back to current time Alarm off Mode Set f Alarm off Mode Set Alarm off Mode Displaying the date 1 Whilst the current time is displayed press the Mode button twice The date will be displayed after approximately two se
10. conds the display will automatically switch back to current time Alarm off Mode c c Inne C A RETT a Alarm off Mode Set Alarm off Mode O O O gt O O Displaying the seconds 1 Whilst the current time is displayed press the Mode button three times The seconds will be displayed Alarm off Mode Alarm off Mode Alarm off Mode 2 Press the Mode button to switch back to current time 13 RC9907 Issue 3 pmd 14 1 26 2007 1 35 PM O T T E i EPA Headphones socket A 3 5mm Headphone Socket located on the top of your radio cassette is provided for use with either headphones or an earpiece Inserting a plug into the socket automatically mutes the internal loudspeaker IMPORTANT Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss Preventing accidental erasure To safeguard your recordings against accidental erasure break off the appropriate tab on the cassette as shown There is one tab for each side of the cassette This will prevent the Record button from being pressed To restore the cassette to normal seal the tab openings with a small piece of self adhesive tape Safety tab side A Safety tab side B If you need any further advice please call our Technical Helpline on
11. he fuse cover IF IN DOUBT CONSULT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN Replacement fuse holders are available from Roberts Radio Technical Services Department at the address shown on the rear of this manual Trouble shooting In case of malfunction due to electrostatic discharge it may be necessary to reset the product to resume normal operation This may generally be performed by turning the unit off and on In some cases a more complete reset may be needed by removing all sources of power battery and mains when turned off 16 1 29 2007 11 48 AM Specifications Power Requirements Mains Batteries Frequency Coverage FM MW LW 17 RC9907 Issue 3 pmd DE AC 230 volts 50Hz only Radio Cassette 4 x LR14 C size Clock Battery 1 x LR6 AA size 87 5 108MHz 525 1610kHz 150 260kHz Circuit Features Loudspeaker Aerial System ROBERTS RADIO LIMITED PO BOX 130 MEXBOROUGH SOUTH YORKSHIRE S64 8YT EP i l 75mm diameter Output power 700mW FM Wire Aerial MW Built in Ferrite aerial LW Built in Ferrite aerial The Company reserves the right to amend the specification without notice 1 26 2007 1 35 PM Guarantee This instrument is guaranteed for twelve months from the date of delivery to the original owner against failure due to faulty workmanship or component breakdown subjectto the procedure stated below Should any componentor part fail during this guarantee period
12. osition giving the best reception A knuckle joint atthe base ofthe aerial allows this movement and an angle of 45 degrees will usually be satisfactory The FM band is 3 marked in Megahertz MHz lt Tuning gt 8 To switch off the radio set the Function switch to the Tape Off position O Ia Function Radio e e Tape q p If you need any further advice please call our Technical Helpline on 0208 758 0338 Mon Fri 4 RC9907 Issue 3 pmd 5 1 26 2007 1 35 PM Medium and long wave operation 1 2 3 Ensure that the Operation switch is in the Manual position Set the Function switch to the Radio position Select MW or LW using the Waveband switch Adjust the Volume control until a hissing sound is heard Carefully tune to the desired station using the Tuning control Rotate your radio cassette for optimum reception The MW and LW bands are marked in kilohertz kHz S EPA Tl a Operation Function Auto e Manual e Buzz Radio Tape D lt P Waveband Ga Volume To switch off the radio set the Function switch to the Tape Off position RC9907 Issue 3 pmd 6 FM MW LW Min _ m l Max lt Tuning gt E gt Function Radio e
13. sue 3 pmd 8 E p3 Recording from the Radio g 1 Ensure that the Operation switch is in the Manual position 2 Set the Function switch to the Radio position 3 Tune in to the desired station Auto e Manual e Buzz 4 Adjust the Volume control to suit your requirements 6 Insert a blank cassette with the tape surface uppermost lt Tuning gt 7 Depress the Record button to commence recording 8 The recording level is set automatically and is not affected by the setting of the Volume control 9 To stop the recording press the Stop Eject button Beat cut switch When making a recording from MW and LW broadcasts there may be a lot of background noise Set the Beat cut switch located at the back Operation EP i l P Function Radio e e Tape D lt gt Volume Min m Max O of the cabinet to position 0 1 or 2 in which noise is less prominent lt gt gt lt O Pause Stop Eject F Forward Rewind Play Record K gt gt lt O Pause Stop Eject 1 26 2007 1 35 PM F Forward Rewind Play Record ET p3 Recording from the Internal Microphone ie Op raii n 1 Ensure that the Operation switch is in the
14. the hours digit To change back to 12hr mode repeat the procedure 12hr mode is indicated by the letter A for AM or P for PM after the hours digit na LL Alarm off Mode Set Alarm off Mode Set Alarm off Mode Set RC9907 Issue 3 pmd 10 1 26 2007 1 35 PM T T E i Setting the date 1 Press the Set button four times the display will show the months digit 2 Press the Mode button until the required month is displayed Alarm off Mode Alarm off Mode Set Alarm off Mode Set 3 Press the Set button the display will show the day of the month digit 4 Press the Mode button until the required day of the month is displayed 5 Press the Set button three times to return to the normal clock display Cl a Alarm off Mode Alarm off Mode Set Alarm off Mode Setting the alarm time A a 1 Press the Set button twice the display will show the hours digit Va oO 2 Press the Mode button until the required hour is displayed Alarm off Mode Alarm off Mode Set Alarm off Mode 3 Press the Set button the display will show the minutes digit 4 Press the Mode button until the required minute is displayed 5 Press the Set button to return to the normal clock display wi 17 Alarm off Mode Alarm off Mode If you need any further advice please call our Technical Helpline on 0208 758 0338 Mon Fri RC9907 Issue 3 pmd 11 1 26 2007 1 35 PM 10 Setting the alarm to wake to buzzer 1 2
15. the product It is recommended to avoid using or storing the product at extremes of temperature Avoid leaving the unit in cars on window sills in direct sunlight etc 1 26 2007 1 35 PM RC9907 Issue 3 pmd 17 Mains supply The RC9907 will operate from a supply of AC 230 volts 50Hz y only DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or adaptor If in doubt consult your dealer If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply If this product is not supplied with a mains plug or one has to be fitted then follow the instructions given below IMPORTANT DO NOT make any connection to the larger terminal which is marked with the letter E or by the safety earth symbol lt or coloured Green or Green and yellow The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following codes BLUE NEUTRAL BROWN LIVE The wire coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal marked N or coloured BLACK The wire coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal marked L or coloured RED Fuse When replacing the fuse only a 3A ASTA approved to BS1362 type should be used and be sure to re fit t
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