User manual SONY TCM-353V

[. . . ] · After the batteries have been used for a while, the BATT lamp(s) may flicker with the playback sound when you turn up the volume; however, this does not mean that you need to replace the batteries. · The unit will play back normally for a while even after the BATT (TCM-313/353V) lamp or the REC/BATT (TCM-359V) lamp dims. However, replace the batteries as soon as you can. If you do not, subsequent recording will not be done correctly. [. . . ] · The SPEED CONTROL switch works in the playback mode only. Recording will be made independent of this control (TCM-353V/359V only). Notes on VOR (Voice Operated Recordings · When you use the VOR 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 MIC SENS (TCM359V) or VOR (TCM-353V) to H (high) or L (low) depending on the conditions to pick up necessary sound only. The VOR system depends on the environmental conditions. If you cannot get the desired results even though you adjust MIC SENS (TCM-359V) or VOR (TCM-353V), set VOR to OFF. Press or Slide STOP PAUSE - in the direction of the Arrow Press and hold REW/REVIEW during recording. Release the button at the point to start playback. · To prevent a tape from being accidentally recorded over (see Fig. B-c) Break out and remove the cassette tabs. To reuse the tape for recording, cover the tab hole with adhesive tape. 4 Recording from Various Sound Sources (TCM-353V/359V only) (see Fig. C) Recording with an External Microphone Connect a microphone to the MIC jack. The raised dot near the MIC jack identifies as the jack for a microphone, not an earphone. Use a microphone of low impedance (less than 3 kilohms) such as ECM-T10 (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. Recording from Another Equipment Connect another equipment to the MIC jack using the RK-G64HG connecting cord (not supplied). Insert a cassette with the side to start playing facing the cassette holder. For TCM353V/359V: Adjust the tape playback speed. Set SPEED CONTROL to: SLOW (slow) to play back a tape slower. [. . . ] Do not use alcohol, benzene or thinner. 7 Specifications Recording system · 2-track 1 channel monaural Frequency range · 250 - 6, 300 Hz Speaker · Approx. Power output · 130 mW (at 10 % harmonic distortion) Input (TCM-353V/359V) · Microphone input jack (mini-jack) sensitivity 0. 2 mV for 3 kilohms or lower impedance microphone Output · Earphone jack (mini-jack) for 8 - 300 ohms earphone Variable range of the tape speed (TCM-353V/359V) · From +30 % to-20 % Power requirements · Two size R6 (AA) batteries (not supplied): 3V DC DC IN 3 V jack accepts: · AC-E30HG AC power adapter (not supplied) suitable in the country where the unit is to be used. · Sony DCC-E130L car battery cord (not supplied) for use on 12 V car battery Dimensions (w/h/d) (inclu. projecting parts and controls) · · · TCM-313: Approx. [. . . ]