Technics RS-TR575M2 User Manual

Referrence
Concerning cassette tapes
Selection of cassette tapes
Tapes can get caught on the capstans. Use caution with the follow¬
ing types of tapes.
Cassette tapes exceeding 100 minutes
These tapes are made of a thin material. Do not repeatedly
advance and stop the tape, fast-forward it or rewind it.
Endless tapes
For this unit, it is recommended to use tapes which are appropriate
to the auto reverse mechanism.
Always read the instructions provided with your tapes.
Tape slack
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Tape stack may cause the tape to break.
Use a pencil or similar object to take up the slack.
Erasure prevention
Remove the tabs with a screwdriver or similar object.E
To re-record on a protected cassette, cover the slot with adhesive
tape. B
Do not cover the detection holes on high position and metal tapes.
Storage precautions
Do not place or store tapes in the following places.
• In high temperature (35°C or higher) or high humidity {80% or
higher) areas.
• In a strong magnetic field (near a speaker, on top of a TV, etc.).
This can erase a recording.
• Locations exposed to direct sunlight.
H Maintenance
Head care
E
To assure good sound quality for recording and playback, be sure
to clean the heads after approximately every 10 hours of use.
1) Press [ ± OPEN /CLOSE] to open the cassette holder.
2) Switch off the power of the cassette deck.
3) Clean the heads, pinch roller and the capstan shaft with a cotton
swab (or with a soft, lint-free cloth) slightly moistened with iso¬
propyl alcohol.
Do not use any solution other than alcohol for head cleaning.
If the surfaces are dirty
To clean this unit, wipe with a soft, dry cloth.
If the surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soft cloth dipped in a soap-
and-water solution or a weak detergent solution.
• Never use alcohol, paint thinner or benzine to clean this unit.
• Before using chemically impregnated cloth, read the instructions
that came with the cloth carefully.
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Technics RS-TR575M2 Specifications

Audio Specifications

signal-to-noise ratio (NR off)	56 dB (A weighted)
signal-to-noise ratio (Dolby B NR on)	66 dB (A weighted)
signal-to-noise ratio (Dolby C NR on)	74 dB (A weighted)

Electrical Specifications

bias frequency	80 kHz
input sensitivity and impedance	100 mV/47 kΩ
output voltage and impedance	500 mV/500 Ω

Power

power supply (UK, Australia, NZ)	AC 230-240 V, 50/60 Hz
power supply (Others)	AC 110 V/127 V/220 V/230-240 V, 50/60 Hz
power consumption (UK, Australia, NZ)	28 W

Weight and Dimensions

dimensions (W x H x D)	430 x 136 x 285 mm
weight	4.4 kg
tape speed	4.8 cm/s