User manual SONY M830V

[. . . ] t There is no cassette in the cassette compartment. (Even if only the tab on the reverse side is removed, recording cannot be made. ) To reuse the tape for recording, cover the tab hole with adhesive tape. To record on one side only, insert a cassette with the side to start recording facing away from the lid (reverse side). During CUE/REVIEW the tape stops or does not run. [. . . ] projecting parts and controls Mass Approx. 130 g (4. 6 oz) Supplied accessories Microcassette tape MC-30 (1) (European model and "Sony World Model" only) Batteries R6P (SR) (2) (European model and "Sony World Model" only) Carrying pouch (1) (M-830V and European model of M-730V only) Earphone (1) ("Sony World Model" only) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. About This Manual The instructions in this manual are for the M-830V and M-730V. Before you start reading, check your model number. The M830V is the model used for illustration purposes. Any differences in operation are clearly indicated in the text, for example, "M-830V only". Notes 5 Preparing Power Sources Choose one of the following power sources. Dry Batteries Insert the # side first for each battery. · 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-830V 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-830V only). ­ if the E lamp flashes during FF (CUE) or REW (REVIEW) (M-830V only). Recording Make sure that nothing is connected to MIC. EAR REC lamp (M-830V) REC/BATT lamp (M-730V) MIC (PLUG IN POWER) Microphone > PAUSE z VOR FAST PB TAPE COUNTER CUE MARKER CUE/ REVIEW TAPE SPEED xZ DIR. To 6 Battery life (Approx. hours) Batteries Sony manganese R6P (SR) Sony alkaline LR6 (SG) Recording 7 24 (EIAJ*) 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 may not start recording. nN is pressed simultaneously and recording starts. While the tape runs, the REC lamp (M-830V) or REC/BATT lamp (M-730V) lights and flashes depending on the strength of the sound. Recording level is fixed. To monitor the sound Connect an earphone (supplied to "Sony World Model" only) to EAR jack. The monitor volume cannot be adjusted by VOL. [. . . ] Slide CUE/REVIEW toward CUE during stop. Slide CUE/REVIEW toward REVIEW during stop. Keep CUE/REVIEW pushed down during playback and release it at the point you want. Keep CUE/REVIEW pushed up during playback and release it at the point you want. [. . . ]