TANDBERG TCD 3014 User Manual

Instructions to prevent electrical shock, fire, and damage by keeping the device away from moisture and professional servicing.

Details on correct voltage and frequency settings, and professional service for changes.

Specifies the device's power consumption.

How to connect recording inputs from receiver/amplifier to the TCD 3014.

How to connect playback outputs from TCD 3014 to receiver/amplifier.

Adjusting record input sensitivity for different amplifier levels using a screwdriver.

Using the Play Variable output with the volume knob, advising caution with maximum settings.

How to connect and operate the power button and headphones.

Step-by-step guide on how to insert a cassette into the tape path.

Procedure for ejecting a cassette, including notes on the release button and power off.

Instructions for playback, record, rewind, and wind operations.

Details on cue mode, stopping, releasing cassettes, and step-searching.

How to transition directly from Play to Record or Record to Play.

Explanation of Memory Stop, Off, and Repeat functions.

How to set up and use the timer for automatic start/stop operations.

How the counter works, including real-time mode and switching between modes.

Automatic and manual selection of playback equalization for different cassette types.

How to set the Dolby NR selector for various recording conditions.

Steps to load a cassette, set controls, and play.

Selecting cassettes, using MPX filter, tape selector, and azimuth adjustment.

Steps before recording, including settings and meter adjustments.

Connecting sources, setting tape type, Dolby NR, and monitor/test.

Adjusting levels, using markers, and starting the recording process.

How to pause and resume recording operations.

Watching program meters to ensure optimal recording levels and avoid distortion.

Comparing source audio with recorded audio to check quality.

Identifying common recording faults and checks if tests reveal differences.

Adjusting azimuth, bias, and record current for non-standard cassettes.

Procedure for coarse bias adjustment when the deck is out of alignment.

Facility to find specific programs on tape automatically.

Details on Memory Repeat, programming start/stop points, and cancellation.

How to program specific stop points for easier tape access.

Overview of the RC 20 remote control system and its functions.

Method to protect important recordings from accidental erasure.

Function to automatically rewind and start playback.

Importance, frequency, agents, and procedure for cleaning the tape path.

How to demagnetize heads and tape path components.

Instructions for fitting the dust cover, side panels, and rack mount kit.

Detailed block diagram illustrating the TCD 3014's internal circuitry and signal flow.

Detailed specifications including voltage, power, speed, wow/flutter, frequency, distortion, and S/N ratio.

Specifications for inputs, outputs, dimensions, and weight.