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Akai GX-270D User Manual

Akai GX-270D
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3-Motor
Automatic
Reverse
Platine
Stéréophonique,
a
Trois
Tétes,
Steren-Tapedeck
mit
3
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Stereo.
Tape
Deck
Trois
Moteurs,
Reverse,
3
Motoren
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Revershe
Operator’s
Manual
Manuel
de
V'Opérateur
Bedienungsanleitung
WARNING:
ATTENTION
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prevent
fire
or
shock
hazard,
do
not
Afin
d’éviter
tout
risque
d’incendie
ou
Um
Feuergefahr
und
die
Gefahr
eines
Elektroschocks
zu
vermeiden,
setzen
Sie
expose
this
appliance
to
rain
or
moisture,
autre
incident,
ne
pas
exposer
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pareil
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Regen
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aus.
MANUFACTURED
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DISTRIBUTED
BY
AKAI
ELECTRIC
CO.,
LTD./AKAI
TRADING
CO.,
LTD./AKAI
AMERICA
LTO.

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Akai GX-270D Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeReel-to-reel tape deck
Track System4-track, 2-channel stereo
Reel Size7-inch reels
Heads1 x record, 1 x playback, 1 x erase
Tape Speed3 3/4 & 7 1/2 ips
InputsLine
OutputsLine (RCA)

Summary

Front Panel Controls Overview

Counter and Basic Controls

Details the index counter, reel tables, head cover, and tape transport controls like tension arm and power switch.

Monitoring and Input/Output Controls

Describes tape monitor switch, tape selector, headphone jack, mic/line inputs, output level, and VU meters.

General Operation and Safety

Performance and Maintenance Guidelines

Covers voltage requirements, head cleaning, proper placement, and environmental considerations.

Tape Handling and Troubleshooting

Provides guidance on tape types, storage, tension, and basic troubleshooting steps.

Advanced Front Panel Controls

Tape Path and Tension Adjustments

Details controls related to the tape path, including capstan, reels, pinch roller, tape guides, and tension arm.

Playback and Recording Buttons

Explains the operation of rewind, reverse play, stop, pause, forward play, and fast forward buttons.

Indicators and Input Level Adjustments

Describes recording indicators and controls for adjusting microphone and line input levels.

Recording and Connection Ports

Recording Button and Remote Control

Details the recording button and the remote control jack for external operation.

Audio Output and Input Jacks

Explains the use of Line Output, DIN, and Line Input jacks for connecting external devices.

Tape Handling Procedures

Tape Loading and Speed Selection

Guides on how to load tape reels and select the correct tape speed for operation.

Recording System Overview

Introduces the 4-track system and stereo recording/playback capabilities.

Playback Modes and Function Control

Automatic and Manual Reverse Playback

Explains how to achieve automatic and manual reverse playback of tapes.

Direct Function Change Control

Describes the ability to switch functions without stopping the tape for efficient operation.

Stereo Playback Operation

Provides basic instructions for playing back stereo tapes.

Stereo Recording Procedures

Input Level and Recording Setup

Details setting input levels and preparing the machine for optimal stereo recording.

Recording and Dual Monitoring

Explains how to start recording and use dual monitoring for precise adjustments.

Connecting the System

Input and Output Connections Diagram

Illustrates how to connect the tape deck to amplifiers and other audio equipment.

Maintenance and Special Recording

Head Cleaning and Maintenance

Provides detailed steps for cleaning the tape heads and pinch roller for optimal performance.

Absentee Recording Setup

Explains how to set up and use an external timer for unattended recording.

Tape Care and Editing

Head Demagnetizing Procedure

Details the process for demagnetizing the tape heads to prevent sound degradation.

Tape Splicing and Erasing

Covers techniques for splicing tapes and erasing recorded content.

Technical Specifications and Accessories

Technical Data Summary

Lists detailed performance specifications, including track system, speeds, frequency response, and distortion.

Standard Included Accessories

Details the standard accessories that come with the tape deck.

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