Sony TCM-36 Operating Instructions

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Cassette-Corder
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Operating Instructions
Mode d'emploi
(au dos)
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When batteries
become weak
TCM-465V/459V/36
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Sony Corporation 1998 Printed in China
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Replace batteries
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About This Manual
The instructions in this manual are for TCM-465V,TCM-459V and TCM-
36. Before you start reading, check your model number. TCM-459V is the e
model used for illustration purposes. Any differences in operation are
clearly indicated in the text, for example, "TCM-459V only".
DC IN 3V
A propos de ce mode d'emploi
Les instructions contenues dans le présent mode d'emploi concernent les
modèles TCM-465V,TCM-459V et TCM-36. Avant d'en entamer la lecture,
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vérifiez la désignation de votre modèle. C'est le modèle TCM-459V qui est
représenté dans les illustrations. Toute différence de fonctionnement est
clairement indiquée dans le texte, par exemple : "TCM-459V
uniquement". a
A
a
EAR
b
MIC TAPE COUNTER
rREC
pSTOP
b c
0REW/
REVIEW
TCM-465V
PAUSE
English
c
light Welcome!
A
Side A Thank you for purchasing the Sony Cassette-Corder.
Some features are:
Tab for side A
• VOR (Voice Operated Recording) system that starts and stops recording
automatically in response to the sound, to save tapes and batteries
(TCM-465V/459V only).
• SPEED CONTROL function that lets you increase or decrease the tape
playback speed.
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• High sensitive flat mic picks up a wide range of sound clearly (TCM-
459V/36 only).
•Pop-up microphone system allows you to use the microphone properly
by adjusting it to the situation (TCM-465V only).
When the microphone is in the standing position, it works as an
C
unidirectional microphone and picks up sound coming from the front
side clearly.
MIC (PLUG IN POWER)
When the microphone is at the flat position, it picks up a wide range of
sound clearly.
• Cue marker function to mark a desired portion during recording (TCM-
465V only)
flash
•Three BATT/REC lamps indicate the remaining battery power in two
steps and the i lamp indicates when to replace the batteries.
z Getting Started
AC power adaptor
Preparing a Power Source
Choose one of the following power sources.
Dry Batteries
D
Make sure that nothing is connected to the DC IN 3V jack.
1
VOL
2
Notes
• Do not charge a dry battery.
• Do not use a new battery with an old one.
• Do not use different types of batteries.
p STOP
• When you do not use the unit for a long time, remove the batteries to
avoid any damage caused by battery leakage and subsequent corrosion.
( PLAY
• Dry batteries will not be expended when another power source is
connected.
SPEED CONTROL
To take out the batteries (see Fig. A-b)
0 REW/REVIEW
To attach the battery compartment lid if it is
accidentally detached (see Fig. A-c)
) FF/CUE
When to replace the batteries (see Fig.A-d)
PAUSE
Replace the batteries with new ones when the BATT/REC lamps go off
and the i lamp flashes.
The BATT/REC lamps change as illustrated:
Notes
Flat mic
• During FF(CUE) or REW(REVIEW), the i lamp may flash. Only when
VOR (TCM-459V)
E the tape does not run properly, replace the batteries.
• In some cases when the unit is used with rechargeable batteries, only
MIC SENS (TCM-459V)
one BATT/REC lamp will light even though the batteries have been
fully charged.
Erase head Capstan
• After the batteries have been used for a while, the BATT/REC
BATT/REC
lamps may flash with the playback sound when you turn up the
volume; however, this does not mean that you need to replace the
batteries.
• The unit will play back normally for a while even after the i lamp
flashes. However, replace the batteries as soon as you can. If you do not,
a loud noise may be emitted by the built-in speaker or subsequent
Pinch-roller
recording will not be done correctly.
Record/playback • When the tape starts running or at the end of the tape the i lamp may
Cotton swab
microphone
momentarily light. If the lamp goes off, you do not need to replace the
head
batteries.
POP-UP MIC
switch
Battery life (Approximate hours)
VOR
CUE MARKER
Sony alkaline LR6 (SG)
Sony R6P (SR)
BATT/REC
* Measured value by the standard of EIAJ (Electronic Industries
Association of Japan). (Using a Sony HF series cassette tape)
Note
The battery life may shorten depending on the operation of the unit.
House Current (see Fig. A-e)
Connect the AC power adaptor to DC IN 3V and to the wall outlet. Use
the AC-E30HG AC power adaptor (not supplied). (For TCM-36: For Japan
use the AC-E30M, not supplied) Do not use any other AC power adaptor.
Polarity of the plug
Note
Specifications for AC-E30HG varies for each area. Check your local
voltage and the shape of plug before purchasing.
z Operating the Unit
Recording
(see Fig. B-a, b)
You can record right away with the built-in microphone.
Make sure that nothing is connected to the MIC jack.
1 Press the counter reset button to reset the tape counter.
2 Insert a normal (TYPE I) tape with the side to start recording facing
the cassette holder.
3 For TCM-465V/459V:
1 Set VOR to:
ON to start and pause recording automatically to the sound.
OFF to start and stop recording manually.
(see Fig. A-a)
For TCM-459V:
2 Set MIC SENS to select the sensitivity of the microphone to:
Open the battery compartment lid. H (high) to record at meetings or in a quiet and/or spacious
place.
Insert two size R6 (AA) batteries (supplied to TCM-36 and tourist
model of TCM-465V only) with correct polarity and close the lid. L (low) to record for dictation or in a noisy place.
Note
When the sound to be recorded is not loud enough, set the VOR
switch to OFF, or the unit may not start recording.
4 For TCM-465V:
• To use the microphone in a standing position
When you record a lecture or a speech, use the microphone in a
standing position.
1 Slide the POP-UP MIC switch
as illustrated.
2 Face the microphone toward the sound source.
• To use the microphone without standing it
When you want to record a wide range for conversations in a
meeting, etc., use the microphone at a flat angle.
Place the unit on a hard surface such as a desk with the cassette
holder side up so that the flat mic can record effectively.
For TCM-459V/36:
Place the unit on a hard surface such as a desk with the cassette
holder side up so that the flat mic can record effectively.
Note
When using the microphone in a standing position, the sensitivity
(EIAJ*) will be higher than the flat mic.
Playback Recording
5 Press r REC.
Recording starts.
11 11
While the tape runs, the BATT/REC lamp lights and flickers
3 3
depending on the strength of the sound.
At the end of the tape, recording stops and the unit turns off
automatically.
To Press or slide
Playing a Tape
(see Fig. D)
Stop recording p STOP
1 Insert a cassette with the side to start playing facing the cassette
Pause recording PAUSE c in the direction of the arrow
holder.
To release pause recording, release
PAUSE c*. 2 Adjust the tape playback speed.
Set SPEED CONTROL to:
Review the portion Press and hold 0 REW/REVIEW
SLOW (slow) to play back a tape slower.
just recorded during recording.
Center position to playback a tape at normal speed.
Release the button at the point to start playback.
FAST (fast) to playback a tape faster.
* PAUSE c will be also automatically released when p STOP is 3 Press ( PLAY then adjust the volume. There is a raised dot to show
pressed (stop-pause-release function). the direction to turn down volume beside VOL.
At the end of the tape, playback stops and the unit turns off
automatically.
To monitor the sound
Connect an earphone (not supplied) firmly to the EAR jack.
To Press or slide
Notes
p STOP
Stop playback/stop fast
• Do not use a CrO (TYPE II) or metal (TYPE IV) tape, otherwise the
2 forward or rewind
sound may be distorted when you play back the tape, or the previous
recording may not be erased completely. Pause playback PAUSE c in the direction of the arrow
• The SPEED CONTROL switch works in the playback mode only.
To release pause playback, release PAUSE
Recording will be made independent of this control.
c*.
Search forward during Press and hold ) FF/CUE and release it
Notes on VOR (Voice Operated Recording) (TCM-465V/459V only)
playback (CUE) at the point you want
• The VOR system depends on the environment conditions. If you cannot
get the desired results, set VOR to OFF.
Search backward during Press and hold 0 REW/REVIEW and
• When using the VOR system, the unit starts recording only when a
playback (REVIEW) release it at the point you want
sound is detected, therefore, the beginning of the word may not be
Fast forward** ) FF/CUE during stop
recorded. For an important recording, we recommend setting VOR to
OFF.
Rewind** 0 REW/REVIEW during stop
Locating the Cue Marker Position (TCM-465V only) Start recording r REC
during playback
Press CUE MARKER during recording. You will hear a buzz at the cue
marker position when you press FF/CUE or REW/REVIEW while
playing back the tape. * PAUSE c will be also automatically released when p STOP is
It is convenient to mark at an important part of speech, for example, pressed (stop-pause-release function).
during an interview to quickly find that portion by pressing FF/CUE or
** If you leave the unit after the tape has been wound or
REW/REVIEW while playing back the tape. rewound, the batteries will be consumed rapidly. Be sure to depress p
STOP.
Notes
•Cue will not be marked if you press STOP or PAUSE immediately after z Additional Information
having pressed CUE MARKER.
•You may hear noise at the cue marker position during playback when
you are listening to the recording through a sensitive earphone.
Precautions
To prevent a tape from being accidentally recorded
On power
over (see Fig. B-c)
• Operate the unit only on 3V DC. For AC operation, use the AC power
Break out and remove the cassette tabs. To reuse the tape for recording,
adaptor recommended for the unit. Do not use any other type. For
cover the tab hole with adhesive tape.
battery operation, use two size R6 (AA) batteries.
On the unit
Recording from Various Sound
• Do not leave the unit in a location near heat sources, or in a place
subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical shock.
Sources
(see Fig. C)
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the unit, remove the batteries
or disconnect the AC power adaptor, and have the unit checked by
qualified personnel before operating it any further.
Recording with an External Microphone
• Keep personal credit cards using magnetic coding or spring-wound
watches etc. away from the unit to prevent possible damage from the
Connect a microphone to the MIC jack. The raised dot near the MIC jack
magnet used for the speaker.
identifies as the jack for a microphone, not an earphone. Use a
• If the unit has not been used for a long time, set it in the playback mode
microphone of low impedance (less than 3 kilohms) such as ECM-T115
and warm it up for a few minutes before inserting a tape.
(not supplied).
When using a plug-in-power system microphone, the power to the On tapes longer than 90 minutes
microphone is supplied from this unit.
We do not recommend the use of tapes longer than 90 minutes except for
a long continuous recording or playback. They are very thin and tend to
Note
be stretched easily.
When recording with an external microphone, the VOR system may not
work properly because of the difference in sensitivity.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit, please
consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Recording from Another Equipment
Connect another equipment to the MIC jack using the RK-G64HG
Troubleshooting
connecting cord (not supplied). (For TCM-36: For Japan use the RK-G64,
not supplied)
Should any problem persist after you have made these checks, consult
your nearest Sony dealer.
You cannot press r REC.
m The tab on the tape has been removed.
You cannot press ( PLAY.
m The tape has reached the end. Rewind the tape.
The unit does not operate.
m The batteries have been inserted with incorrect polarity.
m The batteries are weak.
m PAUSE c is slid in the direction of the arrow.
m The AC power adaptor or car battery cord is not firmly
connected.
m The batteries have been inserted, but simultaneously the AC
power adaptor is connected and not to be done to the wall
outlet.
No sound comes from the speaker.
m The earphone is plugged in.
m The volume is turned down completely.
Tape speed is too fast or too slow in the playback
mode.
m SPEED CONTROL is set at a point other than the center.
The sound drops out or comes with excessive noise.
m The volume is turned down completely.
m The batteries are weak.
m The heads are contaminated. See "Maintenance."
Recording cannot be made.
m Connection is made incorrectly.
m The batteries are weak.
m The record/playback head is contaminated.
m For TCM-465V: Change the flat mic or pop-up mic.
m For TCM-459V: MIC SENS has been set to the improper position
when VOR function works.
Recording is interrupted.
m For TCM-465V/459V: VOR is set to ON. When you do not use
VOR, set it to OFF.
Recording cannot be erased completely.
m The erase head is contaminated.
m Recording or erasing is being made using recorded CrO (TYPE
2
II) or metal (TYPE IV) tape.
Maintenance
(see Fig. E)
To clean the tape heads and path
Wipe the heads, pinch rollers, and the capstans with a cotton swab
moistened with alcohol every 10 hours of use.
To clean the exterior
Use a soft cloth slightly moistened in water. Do not use alcohol, benzine
or thinner.
Specifications
Recording system
2-track 1 channel monaural
Frequency range
250 - 6,300 Hz
Speaker
Approx. 3.6 cm (1 7 ⁄ in.) dia.
16
Power output
300 mW (at 10 % harmonic distortion)
Input
Microphone input jack (minijack) sensitivity 0.2 mV for 3 kilohms or
lower impedance microphone
Output
Earphone jack (minijack) for 8 - 300 ohms earphone
Variable range of the tape speed
from +30% to –15%
Power requirements
• Two size R6 (AA) batteries (supplied to TCM-36 and tourist model
of TCM-465V only): 3V DC
DC IN 3 V jack accepts:
• AC-E30M (TCM-36 only) or AC-E30HG AC power adaptor (not
supplied) suitable in the country where the unit is to be used.
• Sony DCC-E230 car battery cord (not supplied) for use on 12 V car
battery.
Dimensions (w/h/d) (incl. projecting parts and controls)
TCM-465V: Approx. 116 91 43mm (4 5 3 5 1 3 in.)
8 8 4
TCM-459V/36: Approx. 116 91 38mm (4 5 3 5 1 1 in.)
8 8 2
Mass (not incl. batteries)
TCM-465V: Approx. 200 g (7.1 oz.)
TCM-459V/36: Approx. 195 g (6.9 oz.)
Supplied accessories
R6 (size AA) batteries (2) (TCM-36 and tourist model of TCM-465V
only)
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.