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TA-RW544/344
Ster eo Cassette Tape Deck
Instruction Manual
2 MOTER COMPUTER CONTROL
AUTO REVERSE
Features ................................................ 2
Important Safeguards ........................... 3
Precautions .......................................... 3
Control Positions and Names .............. 4
Setting the Voltage Selector ................ 5
System Connections ............................ 5
Power Connections .............................. 5
To Play a Tape ..................................... 6
(TA-RW544 Only) .............................................. 7
Recording ............................................ 8
EJECT
DECK A/B
RESET
EJECT
DECK A
DUBB. STOP
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POWER
PHONES
REVERSE MODE
DUBBING
REC BALANCE
REC LEVEL
NORMAL
HIGH
DOLBY NR
L
R
MIN
MAX
ON
OFF
CONTENTS
Tape Dubbing .................................... 12
Useful Recording Functions .............. 13
Making Good Sound Recordings ...... 13
for z Components ........................... 14
CD Synchro Recording System ......... 14
Reverse Mode Function ..................... 15
Handling Cassette Tapes ................... 16
Cassette Deck Maintenance ............... 17
Specifications .................................... 17
Troubleshooting Guide ...................... 18
DECK B
2 MOTER COMPUTER CONTROL
AUTO REVERSE
STEREO CASSETTE TAPE DECK
TA-RW544
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS Tape Dubbing ... 12 Useful Recording Functions ... 13 Making Good Sound Recordings ... 13 Connecting ONKYO Components for z Components ... 14 CD Synchro Recording System ... 14 Reverse Mode Function ... 15 Handling Cassette Tapes ... 16 Cassette Deck Maintenance ... -
Page 2: Features
We, ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GMBH INDUSTRIESTRASSE 18/20 82110 GERMERING, GERMANY declare in own responsibility, that the ONKYO product described in this instruction manual is in compliance with the corresponding technical standards such as EN55013, EN55020, EN60555-2, -3 and EN60065 GERMERING,GERMANY... -
Page 3: Important Safeguards
Important Safeguards 1. Read Instructions — All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the appliance is operated. 2. Retain Instructions — The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3. Heed Warnings — All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. -
Page 4: Control Positions And Names
AUTO REVERSE POWER 16. POWER 15. PHONES 14. DOLBY NR 13. REVERSE MODE (TA-RW544) DECK-A PLAY PAUSE HI-SPEED (TA-RW344) DECK-A PLAY HI-SPEED DUBBING 1. LINE IN 2. LINE OUT LINE IN LINE OUT (REC) (PLAY) REMOTE CONTROL 5. DECK A/B 6. -
Page 5: Setting The Voltage Selector
Setting the Voltage Selector Models without a voltage selector can only be used in areas where the power supply is the same as that of the cassette deck. C A U T I O N RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN 220V-230V System Connections •... -
Page 6: To Play A Tape
To Play a Tape • Check once again that all connections have been completed exactly as indicated in the connections diagram and then plug in the AC power cord. • After turning the power on, the display illuminates and the g PAUSE indicator flashes (about 5 seconds). While the indicator is flashing, no operation can be performed. -
Page 7: Useful Functions Available During Playback
Useful Functions Available during Play- back (TA-RW544 Only) EJECT DECK A/B POWER REVERSE MODE PHONES DUBBING NORMAL HIGH DOLBY NR DECK-B DECK-B Recheck the tape direction settings (shown by the Deck A and Deck B direction indicators) before pressing the d or f button. -
Page 8: Recording
(C) Recording on two cassettes consecutively using first Deck A then Deck B • With TA-RW344, only Deck B is available for recording. • Check to see if one or both of the cassette’s erasure prevention tabs have been removed. - Page 9 Press the s button on this unit and begin playing the source component. You can also use the CD Synchro Recording function if this unit is properly connected to an ONKYO CD player bearing the z symbol. Stopping recording (See page 14.) Press the e DUBB.STOP button.
- Page 10 DECK-B source component. You can also use the CD Synchro Recording function if this unit is properly connected to an ONKYO CD player bearing the z symbol. (See page 14.) Notes: • The following buttons and knob affect both Deck A and Deck B.
- Page 11 DECK-B You can also use the CD Synchro Recording function if this unit is properly connected to an ONKYO CD player bearing the z symbol. (See page 14.) Note: If one of the erasure prevention tabs of the...
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Page 12: Tape Dubbing
Tape Dubbing • The recording level will be fairly close to that of the tape in Deck A. • The Dolby NR System of Deck A is automatically used to record the tape in Deck B. If you wish to monitor the signal from a Dolby NR encoded tape during normal-speed dubbing, be sure to set the Dolby NR to match the type of Dolby NR with which the cassette was recorded. -
Page 13: Useful Recording Functions
Useful Recording Functions a , s (Deck A) Making Good Sound Recordings Dolby Noise Reduction System Dolby B NR is the system used in most cassette tape decks to reduce the background noise that is inherent in all cassette tapes. This deck also features Dolby C NR, an even more effective noise reduction system, developed by Dolby Laboratories in response to the demand for even better sound from cassette tapes. -
Page 14: Connecting Onkyo Components
Connecting ONKYO Components for z Operation If this unit is properly connected to another ONKYO component bearing the z symbol, you will be able to control it using the other component’s remote control. Tuner CD player Main amplifier Pre amplifier... -
Page 15: Reverse Mode Function
Reverse Mode Function • Recheck the tape travel direction settings (shown by the Deck A and Deck B direction indicators) before beginning playback or recording. • The following explanation assumes that cassette side A is facing outward. • There is a silent gap about ten seconds long when the direction of tape travel switches from forward to reverse or from reverse to forward when the end of a tape side is reached. -
Page 16: Handling Cassette Tapes
Handling Cassette Tapes Examine cassette tapes carefully before using them with the TA-RW411. High position detection hole Erasure prevention Cassette tapes are constructed with erasure prevention tabs to prevent accidental erasure of the tape. If you wish to protect a recording from accidental erasure, break off the tab(s) on the appropriate side(s). -
Page 17: Cassette Deck Maintenance
Cassette Deck Maintenance REC/PB head Erase head Pinch rollers This deck requires no lubrication. Head, Pinch Roller and Capstan Cleaning Playback sound quality can be greatly diminished if magnetic particles are allowed to accumulate on the recording/playback head or playback head. Be sure to clean the head periodically, normally 2 - 3 times a month, to maintain your deck’s original performance. -
Page 18: Specifications
AC 120V and AC 220-230V, Switchable 50/60 Hz Power Consumption: 31 watts Dimensions: 435(W) 121(H) (17-1/8" 4-3/4" Weight: 5.9 kg. (13.0 lbs.) TA-RW344 Track Format: Erasure System: Tape Speed: Wow and Flutter: Frequency Response: 3 dB) 3 dB) 3 dB) -
Page 19: Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting Guide The following guide lists problems which do not require professional servicing. If, however, the problem cannot be remedied using this guide, contact an ONKYO authorized service center for assistance. • No power. Cause: Power cord plug is loose Remedy: Insert plug properly into outlet. - Page 20 Tel: 0720-31-8111 Fax: 0720-33-5222 ONKYO U.S.A. CORPORATION 200 Williams Drive, Ramsey, N.J. 07446, U.S.A. Tel: 201-825-7950 Fax: 201-825-8150 E-mail: onkyo@onkyousa. com ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH Industriestrasse 18-20, 82110 Germering, GERMANY Tel: 089 84 93 20 Fax: 089 84 93 226 ONKYO FRANCE Immeuble Le Diamant, Domaine Technologique de Saclay, 4 Rue René...