User manual SONY M-655V

[. . . ] 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 meetings 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 may not start recording. [. . . ] Non-standard cassette cannot be used because the "L" dimension (see Fig. 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 tape. If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. Should any problem persist after you have made these checks, consult your nearest Sony dealer. N The cassette is being inserted in the wrong way. (The cassette should be inserted in the lid with the tape side facing you. ⷠ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. Tape speed is faster than the normal playback speed. 1 Insert a cassette with the side to start playing facing the lid. 2 Select the tape speed to the same speed as that used for recording. To Stop playback/stop fast forward or rewind* Pause playback Fast forward Rewind Search forward during playback (CUE) Search backward during playback (REVIEW) Press or slide p6 Slide CPAUSE in the direction of the arrow. Slide 0CUE/)REVIEW toward 0CUE during stop** Slide 0CUE/)REVIEW toward )REVIEW during stop. [. . . ] ** Keep 0CUE/)REVIEW pushed down during playback and release it at the point you want. ** Keep 0CUE/)REVIEW pushed up during playback and release it at the point you want. To clean the tape head and path Press 9 and wipe the head 1, capstan 2 and the pinch roller 3 with a cotton swab, moistened with alcohol every 10 hours of use. To clean the exterior Use a soft cloth slightly moistened in water. [. . . ]