OTARI MX-55T-M - Using this Manual

MX-55 Operation and Maintenance Manual
Introduction
1.2 Using This Manual
This manual is intended for use with MX-55T-M, MX-55T and MX-
55N-M model. For convenience, the descriptions and references
apply to MX-55T-M, where any differences exist between this model
and others in the series, those differences will be fully explained in
context.
1.2.1 Organization
This manual is divided into nine sections beginning with this INIRO-
DUCTION which contains general information about the MX-55
Series and about the manual.
Section 2, CONTROLS AND INDICATORS, contains a keyed reference
guide to the operating controls, indicators and connectors on the
machine. This section contains detailed information about each
control and its function. Refer to this section when you have a
question about the function of a particular control, indicator, or con-
nector.
Section 3, OPERATION describes the operation of the MX-55
machines, and is divided into two parts;
a. A table of machine operating modes, which lists each mode and
the controls necessary to enter that mode; and
b. Detailed operating instructions, which describe each operation
and the controls and indicators associated with that operation.
Section 4, MAINIENANCE AND ADJUSTMENT, provides the infor-
mation necessary to perform routine maintenance operations,
including head cleaning and demagnetizing and capstan motor
lubrication. It also covers the audio and transport adjustments
associated with normal operation of the machine.
Section 5, INSTALLATION, contains the information necessary when
first unpacking and installing the machine. The information and
procedures contained in this section should be followed very care-
fully when the machine is first unpacked and installed. Performing
the inspection and checkout steps will familiarize you with the
machine and its component parts if this is your first contact with
the MX-55 series of tape recorders.
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