Panasonic Technics RS-263AUS - Table of Contents

We want to thank you for selecting the model RS-263AUS Technics
cassette tape deck for your recording and playback enjoyment.
To obtain the maximum benefit of the many features of this deck.
please carefully read these operation instructions.
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warning: to prevent damage which may result
IN FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
MAIN FEATURES
1. Dolby Noise Reduction System
2. Super Alloy Head
3. Selector for Normal/Cr02 (70// sec) Tape
4. Twin VU Meters with peak Check Function
5. Tape Counter with Memory Rewind
6. Automatic Stop Mechanism
CONTENTS
ABOUT CASSETTE TAPE . 2
CONTROLS . 2
CONNECTIONS . 3
PREPARATIONS . 3
PLAYBACK . 4
RECORDING . 4
HOWTO USE PEAK-SIGNAL CHECK SWITCH . 5
ROUND-TRIP RECORDING. 5
ABOUT THE DOLBY NOISE-REDUCTION SYSTEM . 6
MONITORING . 6
OPERATION NOTES
1. Use this unit horizontally
If. for some reason, this unit must be used at an angle in order to
connect to the amplifier or other stereo equipment, be sure the
angle does not exceed 30°.
2. Location
Avoid extremely hot (above 95°F.) or extremely cold (below 40°F.)
locations or locations in direct sunshine or where subject to ex¬
cessive vibration, because the performance of the unit may be ad¬
versely affected.
3. Use a power source frequency of either 50 Hz or 60 Hz
Because this unit has a DC servo-motor, a power frequency of
either 50 Hz or 60 Hz may be used.
4. Power should be within ±5% of the rated voltage
Note that the unit's performance will be uneven, or the unit may be
damaged, if the power exceeds ±10% of the rated voltage.
5. Cleaning of the head assembly
One of the most important factors in the determination of good tape
recorder performance is regular cleaning of the head assembly.
Refer to "Maintenance” on page 8 and be sure to always keep
the head surfaces clean.
USE OF THE PAUSE BUTTON. 6
ERASING. 6
CHROMIUM DIOXIDE TAPE . 7
ACCIDENTAL ERASE PREVENTION . 7
AUTOMATIC STOP MECHANISM . 7
MEMORY REWIND . 8
MAINTENANCE . 8
TROUBLESHOOTING . 9
WARRANTY . 9
SPECIFICATIONS.10
* DOLBY and "Double D” device are the Trademarks of the Dolby
Laboratories Inc.
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