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General| Track System | 4-track, 2-channel stereo |
|---|---|
| Tape Speed | 4.76 cm/s |
| Total Harmonic Distortion | 0.8% |
| Type | Cassette Deck |
| Heads | 1 x erase |
| Motor | DC servo motor |
| Tape Type | CrO2, Metal |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz - 20kHz (Metal tape) |
| Wow and Flutter | 0.05% WRMS |
| Power Supply | AC 220V, 50Hz |
Record serial number for warranty and service.
Carefully unpack and check for shipping damage; retain packaging.
Details power requirements for USA, Canada, Australia, Europe, UK, and other countries.
Explains how to set the AC voltage selector switch on the rear panel.
Warns against electric shock, water exposure, and opening the unit.
Covers power sources, cord protection, grounding, ventilation, water, temperature, heat, and electric shock.
Details enclosure removal, magnetic fields, and cleaning procedures.
Covers carts, stands, nonuse periods, abnormal smell, and servicing.
Addresses antenna grounding, power lines, and general electrical safety.
Provides notes on safety tabs, storing tapes, and tape types.
Details how to store tapes and handle slack.
Instructions for cleaning the recording/playback head, capstan, and pinch roller.
Explains how to demagnetize the head to improve sound quality.
Illustrates how to connect the deck to an amplifier/receiver and other components.
Explains system control for remote operation and synchro recording.
Identifies all buttons, knobs, and indicators on the front panel.
Explains the multi-way counter and peak level meter functions.
Steps before starting playback, including timer switch and power.
How to insert a tape and start playback, including tape type detection.
How to select playback modes and Dolby NR settings.
Instructions for connecting and using headphones.
How to fast forward or rewind tape at high speed.
How to use index scan to find the start of tracks.
Explains the indicators for tape direction.
How to register start and end points for A/B repeat.
How to cancel the A/B repeat function.
Explains Skip play, Single-tune repeat, Rewind & Play, and Dash & Play.
Detailed steps for skip play, including finding tunes forward and backward.
Instructions for Rewind & Play and Dash & Play functions.
How to play a single tune repeatedly.
How to cancel playback operations in the middle.
Explains the auto-bias function for optimizing tape recording.
How to store and recall optimum bias settings.
How to cancel or reset stored bias values.
Explains how Dolby HX Pro improves high-frequency recording characteristics.
Step-by-step guide for standard recording with the deck.
Explains Dolby B and C NR systems and their use for recording.
How to pause and resume recording.
How to stop recording and re-start correctly.
How to achieve zero-stop operation during recording.
How to create non-recorded blanks between programs or during recording.
Steps for preparing analog disc synchro recording.
Adjusting recording level for analog disc synchro recording.
How to stop analog disc synchro recording.
Steps for preparing synchro recording from a CD player.
Adjusting recording level for CD synchro recording.
How to stop CD synchro recording.
Explains the CCRS system for automatic CD recording.
Steps for setting up and starting CCRS recording.
How to cancel the CCRS recording process.
Instructions for editing CD tracks for recording.
How to perform a fade-in effect during recording.
How to perform a fade-out effect during recording.
Connecting components and setting up for timer playback.
Steps to set the timer and start playback.
Preparing the deck and tuner for timer recording.
Steps to set the timer and start recording tuner broadcasts.
Troubleshooting for no sound, keys not working, DPSS/CCRS malfunctions, and holder issues.
Troubleshooting for hoarse sound, distorted sound, and recording initiation problems.
Diagnosing and fixing high noise levels and vibrating sound.
Troubleshooting for immediate playback or recording upon power on.
Canadian Department of Communications radio noise regulations.
US FCC warning regarding radio frequency energy and modifications.
Details track system, heads, motors, frequency response, S/N ratio, and harmonic distortion.
Covers power consumption, dimensions, and weight.
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