User manual SONY TC-KA3ES

[. . . ] To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. The instructions in this manual are for models TC-KA6ES and TC-KA3ES. all illustrations in this manual show the TC-KA3ES. [. . . ] Then adjust, in sequence, the bias, recording level and recording equalizer. adjust BIAS CALIBRATION so that both meters indicate equal signal levels. If the upper meter shows a higher level than the lower meter, turn the BIAS CALIBRATION clockwise. If the lower meter shows a higher level than the upper meter, turn the BIAS CALIBRATION counterclockwise. You can also adjust the bias, recording level and the recording equalizer according to your own taste Because the meters use a wider amplitude during tape calibration, they are more sensitive to slight changes in signal level. Therefore, adjusting the bias current with the range of this tape deck (a range of about ±20%) may not be effective. You can compare the quality of the recorded sound with the sound of the program source while recording. You can insert a blank space of 4 seconds between each track. The blank spaces between tracks let you locate the track easily with the AMS function (see page 9). Also, use this function to eliminate only unwanted portions on the tape. Press R REC MUTE once when you want to insert a blank space. The REC indicator starts flashing and the tape moves on without recording any signals. After 4 seconds, the P PAUSE indicator lights up and the tape deck is now ready to resume recording. press P PAUSE or ( to resume recording. To insert a blank space longer than 4 seconds Hold down R REC MUTE as long as you want. After 4 seconds, the REC indicator flashes faster. When you release the R REC MUTE , the P PAUSE indicator lights up and the tape deck is ready to resume recording. To insert a blank space of less than 4 seconds After pressing R REC MUTE, press P PAUSE at any time. While recording, press MONITOR repeatedly until "TAPE" appears in the display. You can monitor the sound being recorded. You can start recording on a tape at any time you want by connecting a timer (not supplied). By pressing CD SYNCHRO START on the remote (supplied with the Canadian model only), you can perform synchro-recording on your tape deck with a Sony CD player. [. . . ] Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. / Reinsert the AC power cord, then close the Passage of low frequencies or very low volume, or a gradual increase or decreace in volume. The space before a track is less than 4 seconds long. Insert a blank space of 4 seconds using R REC MUTE button. [. . . ]