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The PMD660 will not record.
• Check that the maximum of 999 tracks have not been
recorded.
• Check that the PMD660 acknowledges the CF card.
No signal from microphone input.
• Check input selection.
• Check REC level control settings.
• Check if microphone(s) require(s) Phantom power.
There is excessive noise on the PMD660.
• Check cable connections and/or replace cable.
• Check for proper gain levels.
Playback on a PC results in poor sound.
• Check quality of PC sound card and program.
• Check frequency conversion program.*
* The PMD660 records audio files with a sampling
frequency of 48kHz. Some PC programs convert the
files to 44.1kHz (using a sample rate converter). Only
high quality sample rate converters should be used.
PC cannot read files
• Check the capability of the PC program. Some playback
and editing programs do not support MP3 or Broadcast
Wave (.wav) formats.
If the PMD660 exhibits erratic behavior, the
microprocessor can be reset by powering off,
disconnecting AC power and removing batteries.
Care and Maintenance
Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with mild detergent
solution.
Media cards that are heavily used should be occasionally
reformatted to avoid audio problems due to fragmentation.