Hitachi D-E99 Operating Manual page 9

5. Set the Timer switch (@) to "REC".
Note: If this switch is set to "PLAY"
and the timer functions, the deck enters the playback
mode, so recording cannot be done.
When it is set to 'OFF', the deck does not operate at the set time.
Be careful.
6. Set the timer to the desired time.
(Refer to the operating guide of the timer for setting the timer.)
(Now, preparation is complete.)
7. Recording starts automatically at the set time.
Timer PLAY
Cautions
When a recording is being made, any sound already on the tracks is automatically erased before
the new recording.is made. Erasure is accomplished only when the deck is in the recording mode.
If you wish to erase a tape without making a new recording, set the Recording level controls at
minimum, and press the correct Tape select button
@1) to match the type of tape.
Press the
Playback button @?) while pressing the Record button @).
For erasing with less noise, remove input leads, etc.
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