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C. Crane VersaCorder Dual Speed Recorder Instruction Manual

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

PLEASE READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY BEFORE USE
AND SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

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  • Page 1: Instruction Manual

    Dual Speed Recorder INSTRUCTION MANUAL PLEASE READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY BEFORE USE AND SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

  • Page 2: Before Use

    Optional Accessories: (4) “C” Cell Batteries Item Code: CAL Copyright © 2004 by C. Crane Company, Inc., Fortuna, CA 95540 Phone: 1-800-522-8863 All rights reserved. No part of this booklet may be reproduced, in any form or means whatsoever, without permission in writing from C. Crane Company, Inc.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Location of Controls ... 4-5 Connection to Power ... 5-6 Battery Installation ... 6 Setting the Clock ... 7 Cassette Tapes ... 8 Inserting Cassette Tapes ... 8 Recording Instructions How to Record From a Radio ... 9 Recording Using the Timer ...

  • Page 4: Location Of Controls

    Location of Controls 1) Day 2) Hour 3) Minute 4) Built-In Microphone 5) Record or Status Light 6) Clear or Recall time 7) Clock 8) Program 9) Timer ON/OFF 10) Headphone Jack 11) Telephone Beep 12) Microphone Input 13) Volume Knob Page 4 Control Identification 14) Voice Activation Switch...

  • Page 5: Location Of Controls

    Location of Controls Connection to Power The VersaCorder will run on the included AC adapter. It will also run on (4) "C" size Alkaline or rechargeable batteries. Batteries are necessary to keep the clock time and program memories if the power cord is removed from the recorder for more than 3 minutes.

  • Page 6: Battery Installation

    Battery Installation 1) Open the cover by pushing the ribbed tab down firmly and pulling the cover off toward the back of the unit. 2) Insert the (4) “C” cell batteries into the compartment as indicated in the drawing below. Be sure the negative (-) end is against the spring.

  • Page 7: Setting The Clock And Day

    Setting the Clock and Day HOUR 1) Press and hold the CLOCK Button while setting the time. 2) While holding the CLOCK Button, press the DAY Button and select the corresponding day as shown on the display. 3) While holding the CLOCK Button, press the HOUR Button until the appropriate hour and AM/PM is indicated on the display.

  • Page 8: Cassette Tapes

    Cassette Tapes We recommend high quality, 110 minute cassette tapes for use in the VersaCorder. In tests, these tapes provide an acceptable balance between maximum play/recording time and prolonged tape life. Longer cassette tapes are available, however the tape material is very thin and may stretch or break during operation.

  • Page 9: Recording Instructions

    Recording Instructions The VersaCorder can be used with any radio that has a headphone jack or LINE OUT. With the VersaCorder you can listen while recording. 1) Turn the radio volume up to a gentle listening level. If the volume of the radio is set too loud, the playback sound may be distorted.

  • Page 10: Recording Using The Timer

    Recording Instructions 1) To set the ON time, press the PROGRAM Button once. The number “1” and “ON” will appear in the display. HOUR PROGRAM # 2) Press the DAY Button until the desired day appears in the display. Note: The VersaCorder can record any single day, weekends, weekdays or everyday.

  • Page 11: Tips And Notes

    Recording Instructions There are a total of (6) recording timers. Each one can be programmed with a separate ON/OFF Time and Day. To DELETE a programmed ON or OFF time, press the PROGRAM Button repeatedly until the time you wish to delete is displayed. Next, press the CLEAR/RECALL Button.

  • Page 12: Recording A Four-Hour Radio Show

    Special Recording Instructions Recording A 4-Hour Radio Show On One Side The VersaCorder has a Six Event Timer that can be programmed to come on and go off. This can be used to extend your tape time and eliminate many commercials. To set up the VersaCorder for timed recordings, press the program button to dial through the six timers.

  • Page 13: Using Voice Activated Recording

    Recording Instructions 1) Set the VersaCorder on QUARTER speed for longest record time. 2) Switch VOICE ACTIVATED to “ON”. 3) Press the “PLAY” and “RECORD” Buttons at the same time. 4) Set SENSITIVITY so the recorder starts when someone is talking. SENSITIVITY Sensitivity can be set on 1, 2, or 3.

  • Page 14: Recording A Telephone Call

    Recording Instructions You can purchase a telephone patch cord and phone line splitter from your C. Crane dealer or C. Crane Company at 800-522-8863 (www.ccrane.com). 1) Connect the dual tip end of your patch cord to the phone BEEP and MIC input on the front of the VersaCorder.

  • Page 15: Remote Switch Operation

    Remote Switch Operation Some radios have a special Remote Switch connection provided. This is for directly recording from a built in timer on the radio. The VersaCorder may be compatible with the remote switch supplied on these receivers. Please refer to the radio or device’s manual for proper operation of this feature.

  • Page 16: Playback Instructions

    Playback Instructions 1) Insert tape. The side you want to listen to should be facing up. Refer to page 8 for instructions. 2) Press REWIND until the tape stops. 3) When tape is fully rewound, press the PLAY Button. If you are checking your test recording, ensure the volume is at an adequate level and the audio does not distort.

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting Guide Slow FF and REW speed or varying speed during record/playback: This is a symptom of low batteries. Plugging in the AC Adapter should cure the problem. It is recommended that you plug in the AC Adapter when changing batteries to avoid losing clock and timer settings. If the batteries are removed and the AC Adapter is not plugged in, all clock and timer settings will be lost within three minutes.

  • Page 18: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting Guide I have programmed the timer but it will not record: 1) Check to see that the TIMER switch is on, the REC and PLAY buttons are pushed down, and the PROGRAM time is correctly set for AM or PM. See page 10 for Recording Instructions. 2) Is the patch cord plugged in? Unless you have a CCRadioplus and have programmed it to start the VersaCorder, do not plug the patch cord into the TIMER ACTIVATION SWITCH...

  • Page 19: Safety Instructions

    Safety Instructions READ BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT Read and understand all safety and operating instructions before the VersaCorder is operated. Retain Instructions: The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. Heed Warnings: All warnings on this appliance and all operating instructions should be followed.
  • Page 20 Safety Instructions If the recorder is stored for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and remove the batteries. This will prevent damage caused by lightning or power line surges and will keep battery acid from leaking inside of the recorder. Never attempt to service the VersaCorder yourself.
  • Page 21 Safety Instructions READ THIS BEFORE INSTALLATION Each device that you connect to the phone line draws power from the phone line. We refer to this power draw as the device’s ringer equivalence number, or REN. The REN is on the bottom of your telephone cassette recorder.
  • Page 22 5. If you experience trouble with the VersaCorder, please contact the C. Crane Company at 1001 Main St. Fortuna, CA 95540 (800) 522- 8863, for repair/warranty information. The telephone company may ask you to disconnect this equipment from the network until the problem has been corrected or you are sure that the equipment is not malfunctioning.
  • Page 23 Customers can be assured that the items included in the C. Crane Catalog are truly the best of the breed. Even today, all of C. Crane’s products must pass exhaustive testing in the quality control lab, at home, at work, and in people’s lives...
  • Page 24 Model: VERSACORDER THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS. 1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE, AND 2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.

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