Sony TC-D5 User Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Features........ 4
Precautions...... ‘ . 4
Location and function of controls... . 6
Power sources - 8
Connections ...... -10
Cassette insertion 12
Recording . 12
Playback. . pov nien 14
Erasing without recording. . . 21%
Attaching the shoulder strap . 15
Maintenance .........-.--- : eres - 16
Notes on cassettes 17
Specifications. ..... 18
Optional accessories . 19
Troubleshooting guide. . 20
FEATURES
@ High quality stereo cassette-corder with complete portability.
© Low wow and flutter due to the capstan servo-control system.
@Dolby* Noise Reduction System which reduces tape hiss
noise.
@ High performance F & F (Ferrite and Ferrite) head having
longer head Ilfe and stable characteristics.
© Peak Level Indicator for easier level adjustment of the occas-
sional high level signal passage.
@ Mic Attenuator for recording a large input signal without over-
toading the recorder ampllfier.
@ Tape Selector for optimum recording results with any of stand-
ard, high-performance chromium dioxide, and Sony Ferrl-Chrome
cassettes,
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@ Automatic Shut-off Mechanism activates at end-of-tape In
either the record or playback mode.
@ Three different power sources: batteries, house current, and
12V car battery.
= "Dolby" and the double-0 symbol are irademarks of Dolby Laboratories Inc. Noise
teduction system manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratortes Inc.
PRECAUTIONS
@ Do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel
only.
@ Operate the unit on two batteries (3 V dc), or on 6 V de for an
external power supply.
For ac operation, use the ac power adaptor recommended for this
unit, Do not use any other ac power adaptor,
For car battery operation, use the car battery cord recommended
for this unit. Do not use any other car battery cord.
@ The nameplate indicating operating voltage, etc. Is located on
the bottom exterior.
@ Disconnect the ac power adaptor from the wall outlet when the
unit is not to be used for an extended period of time.
@ Whan the unlit is not to be used for a long period of time or Is
to be operated extensively on other power sources, remove the
batteries to avoid unit damage from battery leakage.
© Do not Install the unlt in a location near heat sources such as
radiators or alrducts, or In a place subject to direct sunlight,
excessive dust, moisture, rain, or mechanical shock.
@ Never operate the unit right after having transported it from a
cold location directly to a warm focation. Walt for about an hour
to allow any moisture condensation on the tape passages Inside
the unit to evaporate.

Sony TC-D5 Specifications

General

Track System	4-track, 2-channel stereo
Tape Speed	4.8 cm/s
Type	Cassette Deck
Wow and Flutter	0.08% WRMS
Frequency Response	40Hz to 15kHz
Signal to Noise Ratio	58 dB (Dolby B on)
Input	Line, Mic
Output	Line, Headphones
Power Supply	6 V DC (4 x AA batteries or AC adapter)