Sony M-647V Operating Instructions

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M icrocasset t e ™ -Corder
Operat ing Inst ruct ions
M anual de inst rucciones (en el reverso)
M -647V/645V/640V/545V/540V
Sony Corporation © 2001 Printed in China
For cust om ers in t he Unit ed St at es
Ow ner's Record
The model number is located at the bottom and the serial
number is located inside the battery compartment. Record
these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to these
numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer
regarding this product.
Model No. Serial No.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not
expressly approved in this manual could void your authority
to operate this equipment.
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not
expose the unit to rain or moisture.
About This M anual
The instructions in this manual are for 5 models. The M-645V is
the model used for illustration purposes.
Their differences are shown in the table below:
M -647V/ 645V/ 640V M -545V/ 540V
TAPE COUNTER a a
MIC jack a —
a a
BATT lamp
(REC/BATT)
REC lamp a a
(REC/BATT)
VOR a a
a
FAST PB —
Handstrap a a
a: provided or supplied
—: not provided or not supplied
Preparing Pow er Sources
Choose one of the following power sources.
Dry Bat t eries
Insert the # side
first for each
battery.
Make sure that nothing is connected to the DC IN 3V jack.
1 Open the battery compartment lid.
2 Insert two size AA (R6) batteries with correct polarity and
close the lid.
To t ake out t he bat t eries
If t he bat t ery com part m ent lid is accident ally
det ached
Attach it as illustrated.
When t o replace t he bat t eries
For M-545V/540V
Replace the batteries with new ones when the REC/BATT lamp
dims.
For M-647V/645V/640V
Replace the batteries with new ones when the BATT lamps go
off and the E lamp flashes.
The BATT lamps change as illustrated:
BATT
When batteries are new
When batteries become weak
BATT
Replace batteries
BATT
Notes
• The unit will play back normally for a while, even after the E lamp
flashes. However, replace the batteries as soon as you can. If you do not,
the playback cannot be made with normal sound, noise may be
recorded and the recorded sound will not be loud enough (M-647V/
645V/640V only).
• In the following cases you do not need to replace the batteries:
– if the REC/BATT lamp or BATT lamps flash with the playback sound
when you turn up the volume.
– if the E lamp lights momentarily when the tape starts running or at
the end of the tape (M-647V/645V/640V only).
– if the E lamp flashes during FF (CUE) or REW (REVIEW) (M-647V/
645V/640V only).
Battery life (Approx. hours)
Batteries Recording
Sony manganese R6P (SR) 7
Sony alkaline LR6 (SG) 24
NC-AA (M-645V only) 6.5
* Measured valued by the standard of EIAJ (Electronic Industries
Association of Japan) (Using a Sony Microcassette)
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Note
The battery life may shorten depending on the operation of the unit.
House current
to the w all outlet
AC pow er adaptor (not supplied)
Connect the AC power adaptor to DC IN 3V and to a wall outlet.
Use the AC power adaptor (supplied with M-645V only) or the
AC-E30HG AC power adaptor (not supplied). Do not use any
other AC power adaptor.
Polarity of the plug
Note
Specifications for AC-E30HG vary for each area.
Check your local voltage and the shape of plug before purchasing.
Rechargeable bat t eries (supplied w it h
M -645V only)
Charge the rechargeable batteries only with the supplied charge
adaptor and the AC power adaptor. The rechargeable batteries
can be charged approximately 500 times.
Be sure to charge the rechargeable batteries for approximately 8
hours before using them. The unit can be used for recording for
approximately 6.5 hours with the fully charged rechargeable
batteries.
To charge
Charge adaptor
Rechargeable Pow er indicator
batteries NC-AA
The power indicator of the charge adaptor remains lit as long as power is
supplied from the wall outlet.
To use
Notes
• Use the supplied two rechargeable batteries only with the supplied
charge adaptor.
• If there is distortion of sound or excessive noise, or if the unit does not
operate properly, turn off the unit and recharge the two rechargeable
batteries together.
• The rechargeable batteries will discharge even when not in use. Be sure
to charge them before use.
• Recharge the two rechargeable batteries together. Otherwise, the
charging cannot be done.
• Be sure to remove the rechargeable batteries from the charge adaptor to
avoid overcharging (more than 20 hours) when charging has been
completed.
• Charging and operation should be made in temperature ranges 5°C to
40°C (40°F to 104°F).
• The charge adaptor will become warm during charging but this is not a
sign of problem.
• Do not use or leave the charge adaptor in a location near heat sources or
in a place subject to direct sunlight or excessive moisture.
• Unplug the AC power adaptor from the wall outlet when it is not to be
used for long.
• Do not attempt to charge dry batteries.
Recording
Make sure that nothing is connected to MIC (M-647V/645V/
640V only).
EAR
M IC (PLUG IN
POWER)
VOR
TAPE SPEED
TAPE COUNTER
BATT
xZ
1 Press the reset button of the TAPE COUNTER.
Press xZ and insert a standard microcassette with the side
2
to start recording facing the lid
3
Select the desired tape speed.
2.4 cm for optimum sound (recommended for normal use):
A 30-minute recording can be made using both sides of the
MC-30 microcassette.
1.2 cm for longer recording time: A 60-minute recording can
be made using both sides of the MC-30 microcassette.
4 Set VOR to H, L or OFF.
If you set VOR to H or L, the unit automatically starts
recording the sound and pauses when there is no sound
(you can save tapes and batteries).
H : To record at meeting or in a quiet and/or spacious place.
L : To record for dictation or in a noisy place.
When the sound is not loud enough, set it to OFF, or the unit
light may not start recording.
5 Press z.
n is pressed simultaneously and recording starts. While
the tape runs, the REC lamp or REC/BATT lamp lights and
flashes depending on the strength of the sound.
Recording level is fixed.
go off To Press or slide
Stop recording xZ
light
Start recording during z during playback (the unit becomes in the
playback recording mode)
Review the portion just Push up mCUE/MREVIEW toward
MREVIEW during the recording. Release the
recorded
button at the point to start playback.
go off
Pause recording Slide >PAUSE in the direction of the arrow.
The REC/BATT (M-545V/540V), or REC
(M-647V/645V/640V) lamp goes off.
Take out a cassette xZ
flash
Note
Select the 2.4 cm tape speed for recording, if you play back the recorded
tape with another unit. Otherwise, the sound quality may be changed.
Notes on VOR (Voice Operated Recording)
• The VOR system depends on the environmental conditions. If you
cannot get the desired results, set VOR to OFF.
• When you use the system in a noisy place, the unit will stay in the
recording mode. If the sound is too soft, on the contrary, the unit will
not start recording. Set VOR to H (high) or L (low) depending on the
conditions.
To m onit or t he sound
Connect an earphone (not supplied) to EAR jack. The monitor
(EIAJ* )
volume cannot be adjusted by VOL.
To prevent a casset t e f rom being accident ally recorded
over
Break out and remove the cassette tabs. To reuse the cassette for
recording, cover the tab hole with adhesive tape.
Playing a Tape
EAR
BATT
TAPE SPEED
1 Insert a cassette with the side to start playing facing the lid.
to the w all outlet 2 Select the tape speed to the same speed as that used for
recording.
3 Press n.
4
Adjust the volume.
To
Stop playback/stop fast
AC pow er
forward or rewind*
adaptor
Pause playback
Fast forward
Rewind
Search forward during
playback (CUE)
Insert the # side
first for each
Search backward during
battery.
playback (REVIEW)
* If you leave the unit after the tape has been wound or rewound, the
batteries will be consumed rapidly. Be sure to depress xZ.
Note
If the tape is completely wound or rewound while searching forward/
backward during playback (CUE/REVIEW), the mCUE/MREVIEW
switch may not return to the center position when you release the switch.
In this case, push back the switch to the center to start playback.
If you plug in headphones (not supplied) to the EAR jack, you
will get monaural output from both left and right channels.
To increase t he playback speed (M -647V/645V/640V
only)
Slide the FAST PB switch in the direction of the arrow. The
playback speed will be increased.
To return to the original speed, slide the FAST PB switch to the
original position.
At t he end of t he t ape
In the recording or playback mode, the tape stops at the end of
the tape and the locked buttons will be released automatically
(Automatic shut-off mechanism).
After fast forward or rewind, be sure to set mCUE/
MREVIEW back to the center.
Recording/Playback w it h t he
Connect ed Equipm ent
(M 647V/645V/640V only)
M icrophone
Recording f rom anot her t ape recorder
Connect another tape recorder to the MIC jack using the RK-
REC
G64HG connecting cord (not supplied).
> PAUSE Set this unit to the recording mode and another tape recorder to
the playback mode. In this case set VOR to OFF.
z
Recording w it h an Ext ernal M icrophone
m CUE/
Connect a microphone to the MIC jack.
REVIEW M
M-647V for the United States : use the supplied microphone.
Other models : use a microphone of low impedance (less than 3
xZ
kilohms) such as ECM-T6 (not supplied). When using a plug-in-
power system microphone, the power to the microphone is
supplied from this unit.
Note
When recording with an external microphone, the VOR system may not
work properly because of the difference in sensitivity.
Precaut ions
On pow er
•Operate the unit only on 3 V DC.
For AC operation, use the AC adaptor recommended for the
unit. Do not use any other type. For battery operation, use two
size AA (R6) batteries.
On t he unit
•Use only the
unit. Non-standard cassettes cannot be used because their "L"
dimension (see illustration) is different.
Standard
Only standard microcassettes
have a small indention of side A.
Approx. 5 mm
•Do not leave the unit in a location near heat sources, or in a
place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical
shock.
•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.
•Keep personal credit cards using magnetic coding or spring-
wound watches etc. away from the unit to prevent possible
damage from the magnet used for the speaker.
•When you do not use the unit for long, remove the batteries to
avoid damage caused by battery leakage and subsequent
corrosion.
•If the unit has not been used for long, set it in the playback
mode and warm it up for a few minutes before inserting a
cassette.
For t he cust om ers in t he USA
RECYCLING NICKEL-CADM IUM BATTERIES
Nickel-Cadmium batteries are recyclable. You can
help preserve our environment by returning your
unwanted batteries to your nearest point for
collection, recycling or proper disposal.
Note: In some areas the disposal of nickel-
cadmium batteries in household or
business trash may be prohibited.
RBRC (Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation) advises you
about spent battery collection by the following phone number.
Call toll free number: 1-800-822-8837 (United States only)
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking nickel-cadmium
batteries.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit,
please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Troubleshoot ing
Should any problem persist after you have made these checks,
consult your nearest Sony dealer.
A casset t e cannot be insert ed.
t The cassette is being inserted in the wrong way.
t n has been already pressed.
Playback cannot be m ade.
t The tape has reached the end. Rewind the tape.
t The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new
ones.
t The head is contaminated.
Recording cannot be m ade.
t There is no cassette in the cassette compartment.
t The cassette tab has been removed.
t The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new
VOL
ones.
t The head is contaminated.
t Improper setting of the VOR switch.
> PAUSE
Recording is int errupt ed.
t The VOR switch is set to H or L. When you do not use
n
VOR, set it to OFF.
During CUE/REVIEW t he t ape st ops or does not run.
m CUE/
You cannot f ast -f orw ard or rew ind.
REVIEW M
t The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new
ones.
xZ
The unit does not operat e.
t The batteries have been inserted with incorrect polarity.
FAST PB
t The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new
ones.
t >PAUSE is slid in the direction of the arrow.
t The AC power adaptor is connected to the unit only and
you are going to use the unit on batteries.
No sound com es f rom t he speaker.
t The earphone is plugged in.
t The volume is turned down completely.
The sound drops out or com es w it h excessive noise.
t The volume is turned down completely.
t The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new
ones.
t The head is contaminated. See "Maintenance".
Press or slide
Tape speed is t oo f ast or t oo slow in t he playback
xZ
m ode.
t Improper setting of the TAPE SPEED switch. Set it to the
Slide >PAUSE in the direction of the
same speed as that used for recording.
arrow.
Tape speed is f ast er t han t he norm al playback speed.
The REC/BATT (M-545V/540V) or
BATT (M-647V/645V/640V) lamps go
t The FAST PB switch (M-647V/645V/640V only) is slid in
off.
the direction of the arrow.
Slide mCUE/MREVIEW toward Recording cannot be erased com plet ely.
mCUE during stop.
t The head is contaminated.
Slide mCUE/MREVIEW toward
MREVIEW during stop.
M aint enance
Keep mCUE/MREVIEW pushed
down during playback and release it at
the point you want.
Keep mCUE/MREVIEW pushed up
during playback and release it at the
point you want.
To clean t he t ape head and pat h
Press n and wipe the head, capstan and the pinch roller with a
cotton swab, moistened with alcohol every 10 hours of use.
To clean t he ext erior
Use a soft cloth slightly moistened in water. Do not use alcohol,
benzine or thinner.
Specif icat ions
Tape
Recording system
2-track 1-channel monaural
Speaker
Approx. 3.6 cm (1
Tape speed
2.4 cm/s (
Frequency range
300 – 4,000 Hz (with TAPE SPEED switch at 2.4 cm/s)
Input (M -647V/ 645V/ 640V only)
Microphone input jack (minijack/PLUG IN POWER)
sensitivity 0.24 mV for 3 kilohms or lower impedance microphone
Output
Earphone jack (minijack) for 8 – 300 ohms earphone
Pow er output (at 10% harmonic distortion)
250 mW
Pow er requirements
3 V DC batteries size AA (R6) × 2/External DC 3V power sources
Dimensions (w / h/ d)
Approx. 62.2 × 121.5 × 24.3 mm (2
parts and controls
M ass
Approx. 125 g (4.5 oz)
Supplied accessories
AC power adaptor (1) (M-645V for the United States only)
Battery charge adaptor (1) (M-645V for the United States only)
Rechargeable batteries NC-AA, 1.2 V, 700 mAh, Ni-Cd (2) (M-645V for
the United States only)
Microcassette tape MC-30 (1) (M-647V for the United States and M-
640V/540V for Europe only)
Microcassette tape MC-30 (2) (M-545V for the United States only)
Microcassette tape MC-30 (3) (M-545V for Canada and Europe only)
Batteries R6P (SR) (2) (M-640V for Europe only)
Alkaline batteries LR6 (2) (M-647V for the United States and M-545V
only)
Microphone (1) (M-647V for the United States only)
Carrying pouch (1) (M-647V for the United States only)
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
(standard microcassettes) with this
Non-standard
Approx. 2.5 mm
This w arrant y is valid only in t he
Unit ed St at es.
Head
Capstan
Pinch roller
(normal position type)
7
⁄ in.) dia.
16
15 15
⁄ ips), 1.2 cm/s ( ⁄ ips)
16 32
× 4 ×
1 7 31
⁄ ⁄ ⁄ in.) incl. projecting
2 8 32