AQ4130
Radio Cassette Recorder
User Manual
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AQ4130
Printed in China
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Cassette Recorder
Cassette playback
General information on recording
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Recording is permissible insofar as copyright
1 Push the Source selector slider to TAPE
or. other rights of third parties are not
2 Press STOP•EJECT 9/ to open the
infringed.
cassette holder and insert a cassette and close
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For recording, use only NORMAL type cas-
the deck.
settes (IEC type I) on which the tabs have not
3 Press PLAY 1 to start playback.
yet been broken.This deck is not suited for
4 To pause playback press PAUSE ;.
recording on CHROME (IEC II) or METAL
To resume, press the key again.
(IEC IV) type cassettes.
5 By pressing F.FWD/REWIND 5 or 6,
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The best recording level is set automatically.
fast forwading/ rewinding of the tape is
Altering the VOLUME will not affect the
possible in both directions. To stop fast
recording.
winding, press 9//.
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To protect a tape from accidental erasure,
6 To stop the tape, press 9//.
break out the tabs. If you wish to record again,
Helpful hints:
cover the tabs with a piece of adhesive tape.
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During playback, the keys are automatically
Recording from the Radio
released at the end of a tape and the set is
switched off (unless PAUSE ; mode has been
1 Select RADIO source.
activated.)
2 Tune to the desired radio station (see Radio
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During fast forwarding/rewinding, the keys will
reception).
not be released at the end of a tape. To switch
3 Press 9// to open the cassette holder.
off the set, make sure the cassette keys are also
Insert a blank tape and close the deck.
released.
4 Press REC 0 to start recording.
5 For brief interruptions press ;.
To resume recording, press ; again.
6 To stop recording, press 9//.
Making your recording
1 Select TAPE source.
2 Follows steps 3-4 under Recording from
the Radio.
3 Speak towards the built-in microphone
MIC (see 1).
4 Follows steps 6-7 under Recording from
the Radio.
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English
Controls/Power Supply
Supplied accessories
Back panel (See 1)
– AC power cord
8 Telescopic antenna
- improves FM/SW reception.
Top and front panels (See 1)
9 AC IN ~ - inlet for power cord
1 Cassette recorder keys:
0 Voltage selector – (inside the battery
PAUSE ; – pauses playback or recording
compartment, not for all versions) adjust to
match the local voltage 110/220V before
STOP•EJECT 9/
plugging in the set.
– stops playback or recording.
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! Battery door - open to insert 4 X 1.5
4
– opens the cassette holder.
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batteries, type R20 or D-cells
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F.FWD/REWIND 5 or 6
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– fast winds/rewinds the tape
Power supply
PLAY 1 – starts playback
RECORD 0 – starts recording
Whenever convenient, use the power cord if
you want to conserve battery life. Make sure
2 p - 3.5mm stereo headphone jack
you remove the plug from the set and wall
Helpful hints:
outlet before inserting batteries.
– Connecting the headphones will switch off
the speakers.
Batteries (not included)
3 TONE
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Insert 4 batteries, type R20 or D-cells
- RADIO (SW) only: for fine tuning
(preferably alkaline) with the
4 Source selector : TAPE (OFF), RADIO
correct polarity. (See 1)
– selects tape or radio source of sound
Batteries contain chemical substances, so
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– switches off the set
they should be disposed of properly.
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Incorrect use of batteries can cause
Band selector: MW, SW, FM
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electrolyte leakage and will corrode the
– selects wavebands, MW, SW or FM
compartment or cause the batteries to burst:
0
5 VOLUME rotary – adjusts volume level
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Do not mix battery types: e.g. alkaline with
carbon zinc. Only use batteries of the same
6 TUNING rotary – tunes to radio stations
type for the set.
7 MIC (built-in microphone)
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When inserting new batteries, do not try to
– for voice recording
mix old batteries with the new ones.
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Remove the batteries if the set is not to be
used for a long time.
Maintenance & safety
Safety information
Tape deck maintenance
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Place the set on a flat, hard and stable sur-
To ensure quality recording and playback of
face so that the system does not tilt.
the tape deck, clean parts A, B and C as
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Do not expose the set, batteries to humidity,
shown, once a month. Use a cotton bud
rain, sand or excessive heat caused by heat-
slightly moistened with alcohol or a special
ing equipment or direct sunlight.
head cleaning fluid to clean the deck.
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The apparatus shall not be exposed to
1 Open the cassette holder by pressing 9/.
dripping or splashing.
2 Press 1 and clean the roller C.
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Adequate ventilation with a minimum gap of
3 Press ; and clean the heads A, and the
15cm (6 inches) between the ventilation
holes and surrounding surfaces is necessary
capstan B.
to prevent heat build-up.
4 After cleaning, press 9/.
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Do not cover the ventilation openings with
➜ Cleaning of the heads can also be done
items such as newspapers, table-cloths, cur-
by playing a cleaning cassette through
tains, etc.
once.
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No objects filled with liquids, such as vases,
shall be placed on the apparatus.
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No naked flame sources, such as lighted
candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
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The mechanical parts of the set contain
C
B
A
A
self-lubricating bearings and must not be
oiled or lubricated.
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To clean the set, use a dry cloth. Do not use
any cleaning agents containing alcohol,
ammonia, benzene or abrasives as these may
harm the housing.
Power Supply
General Operation/Radio
General operation
Using AC power
Switching on and off and selecting
1 Check if the power voltage, as shown on
functions
the type plate located on the
bottom of the set, corresponds to your
1 To switch on, push the Source selector
local power supply. If it does not, consult your
slider to TAPE or RADIO as desired.
dealer or service center.
2 To switch off, push the Source selector
to TAPE (OFF) and check the cassette
2 If your set is equipped with a voltage
keys are released.
selector, adjust the selector so that it
matches with the local mains.
Helpful hints:
3 Connect the power cord to the AC IN ~
– To change from TAPE to RADIO , or when you
inlet and the wall socket.The power cord is
are switching off the set: first, make sure you
now connected and ready for use.
press the STOP•EJECT 9/ key to end
4 To switch the set off completely, withdraw the
playback and all the cassette keys are released.
power cord from the wall socket.
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Disconnect the power cord from the wall
Adjusting volume
socket to protect your set during heavy
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Adjust the volume with the VOLUME
thunderstorms.
control.
Helpful hints : To avoid unnecessary energy
Radio reception
consumption, always adjust the Source
selector to TAPE (OFF) after using the
1 Adjust the source selector to RADIO.
set. Also check that the tape deck keys are
2 Adjust the band selector to select your
released.
desired waveband, MW, SW or FM.
3 Turn TUNING to tune to a station.
The type plate is located on the bottom
of the set.
•In SW, turn TONE for precise tuning.
4 To switch off the radio, adjust the source
selector to TAPE (OFF) position.
To improve radio reception:
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For FM and SW, extend and turn the
telescopic antenna for best reception. Reduce
its length if the signal is too strong.
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For MW, the set uses a built-in antenna.
Direct this antenna for best reception by
turning the whole set.
Troubleshooting
If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below before taking the set for repair.
If you are unable to remedy a problem by following these hints, consult your dealer or service centre.
WARNING:
Do not open the set as there is a risk of electric shock. Under no
circumstances should you try to repair the set yourself, as this will
invalidate the guarantee.
Problem
Poor radio reception
– Weak radio signal
– Possible cause
• FM/SW: Adjust the FM telescopic antenna
• Remedy
• MW: Direct this antenna for best reception by
No sound /power
turning the whole set.
– Volume not adjusted
• Adjust the VOLUME
Poor cassette sound quality
– Power cord not securely connected
• Connect the AC power cord properly
– Dust and dirt on the heads, etc.
– Batteries dead/ incorrectly inserted
• Clean deck parts, see Maintenance
• Insert (fresh) batteries correctly
– Use of incompatible cassette types (METAL or
– Headphones connected to the set
CHROME)
• Disconnect headphones.
• Only use NORMAL (IEC I) for recording
Display does not function properly/ No
Recording does not work
reaction to operation of any of the con-
trols
– Cassette tab(s) may be broken
– Electrostatic discharge
• Apply adhesive tape over the missing tab space
• Switch off and unplug the set. Reconnect after a
few seconds
Severe radio hum or noise
– Electrical interference: set too close to TV, VCR or
computer
• Increase the distance.
Environmental information
All unnecessary packaging material has been omitted.The packaging can be easily separat-
ed into three materials: cardboard, polystyrene and plastic.
Your set consists of materials which can be recycled if disassembled by a
specialized company. Please observe the local regulations regarding the
disposal of packaging, dead batteries and old equipment.