Sony HCD-541 - Page 19

3 Select the side(s) to be recorded.
w= C> RELAY
To record on one
side DIRECTION
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DIRECTION
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4 Press @ to enter the recording pause mode.
Note
The direction indicator for the side opposite the
specified one will flash for three seconds to indicate
that recording is possible on that side also. If,
however, the tab for that side has been removed to
prevent recording, the indicator will not flash.
If the tab has been removed from either side A or B,
recording is impossible on the side(s).
To record a cassette for recording, cover the
respective slot with tape. See "To prevent accidental
erasure",
REC
Play the program source to be recorded.
6 Turn REC LEVEL to adjust the recording level.
See "Adjusting Recording Level" on next page.
REC LEVEL
7 Restart the program source, if required.
: Start recording.
¢ To record on the front side of the cassette
When E> is on: Press & once or U8.
When <J is on: Press > twice.
¢ To record on the reverse side of the
cassette
When <J is on: Press <2) once or 08.
When E> is on: Press <J twice.
Note
Pressing <J or & twice will cause the unit first to
change tape direction and then start recording in
that direction.
To stop recording, press i.
Notes
¢ The dubbing from deck A to B can be carried out only with
the high speed dubbing function. (See page 20.)
* It is not recommended recording with Metal tapes.
To prevent accidental erasure
To protect side A recording
Break off the tab of side A. Cover the opening with
Side A
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Adjusting the Recording Level :
The optimum recording level, which differs according to the
tape type, is indicated on the PEAK LEVEL METER for each
tape type.
Adjust the REC LEVEL control as high as possible without
exceeding the recommended range for the tape type being
used.
PEAK LEVEL METER readings by tape type (Metal
tapes can not be used with this unit.)
Recommended maximum PEAK LEVEL METER readings.
B- -%D -20 -10 -4 wo +4 +8
L GE: GER GE, GS GS CE CE ED CS OE) CE Ge a) GS
for Type I (normal) or ——_—_—_—_-
Type Hl (CrO2) tape
Tips on recording level adjustment
Setting the recording level too low will produce a hissing
sound, while setting it too high will produce distortion.
Generally, the optimum recording level for high and low
frequencies is lower than that for middle frequencies.
Therefore, when recording program sources with many high
and low frequencies, you should set the level to a relatively
low position. For even better results, check the recording
results with your own ear.
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