User manual SONY TCM-500DV

[. . . ] Choose one of the following power sources. When recording on both sides, recording will not be made for a few seconds while the tape is switching sides. â· When you open the cassette holder, the direction of the tape is reset to the forward side. â· The n DIR N switch cannot be used during recording. [. . . ] If the flashing stops right away, you do not need to replace the batteries. You can record right away with the built-in microphone. Make sure that nothing is connected to the MIC jack. Place the unit on a hard surface such as a desk with the cassette holder side up so that the flat mic can record effectively. While the tape runs, the REC lamp lights and flickers depending on the strength of the sound. To reuse the tape for recording, cover the tab hole with adhesive tape. When batteries are new At the end of the reverse side, recording stops and the unit turns off automatically. to Stop recording Pause recording Press or slide x STOP PAUSE . In the direction of the arrow To release pause recording, release PAUSE . When batteries become weak The number in the TAPE COUNTER will increase when playing back the forward side, and decrease when playing back the reverse side. Set VOR to suit the recording condition before recording. We do not recommend the use of tape longer than 90 minutes. they are very thin and tend to be stretched easily. This may cause malfunction of the unit or sound deterioration. If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. In the direction of the arrow To release pause playback, release PAUSE . If the sound is not loud enough, set it to OFF. The sound drops out or comes with excessive noise. Use the unit away from radiowave-emitting devices such as cellular phones. You are using a High-position (TYPE II) or metal (TYPE IV) tape. [. . . ] â· 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. â· Keep personal credit cards using magnetic coding or spring-wound watches, etc. Away from the unit to prevent possible damage from the magnet used in the speaker. â· If the unit has not been used for a long time, set it in the playback mode to warm it up for a few minutes before inserting a tape. [. . . ]