User manual SONY TC-MAP5V

[. . . ] You can easily record a CD onto a tape (see page 10). However, you cannot perform Fade Synchro recording with the DHC-MD373 (see page 11). Pressing H or h on the tape deck when the tape deck is off automatically turns on the tape deck and the DHC-MD333, and starts playing a tape if a cassette is inserted (see page 10). You can switch from another source to the tape deck and start playing a tape just by pressing H or h on the tape deck (see page 10). [. . . ] press m (or TAPEm) for the top side during playback. Press M (or TAPEM) for the bottom side during playback. * The Automatic Music Sensor (AMS) feature detects a blank space of more than four seconds between tracks to locate tracks quickly. When you press `/1 (power) on the tape deck, only the tape deck turns on. The cassette indicator lights up in red when a cassette is inserted and goes off when no cassette is inserted. â· Pressing H or h when the tape deck is off automatically turns on the tape deck and starts playing a tape if there is a cassette inserted (One Touch Play) (DHC-MD333 only). â· Inserting the tape when the power is off automatically turns on the tape deck only. You can switch from another source to the tape deck just by pressing H or h (Automatic Source Selection). â· To start playing automatically from the beginning of the tape after fast winding (Auto Play), press H while holding down m (for the top side) or press h while holding down M (for the bottom side). â· To listen to a tape recorded with the Dolby noise reduction system, set DOLBY NR to ON. â· Using the timer function on the DHC-MD373/333, you can wake up to music at a preset time. If you start from the bottom side, recording stops at the end of the bottom side. With manual recording, you can record just the songs you like from a CD, or start recording from the middle of the tape. You can also record a radio programme or MD. * This tape deck is equipped with the Dolby B-type noise reduction system. With the side you want to record on facing up Set it to s to record on both sides. If you want to record starting from the bottom side, press h (for the bottom side) so the indicator on the h button lights up. Before operating the tape deck, check that the operating voltage of your tape deck is identical with the voltage of your local power supply. The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet (mains), even if the unit itself has been turned off. â· Unplug the tape deck from the wall outlet (mains) if it is not to be used for an extended period of time. To disconnect the cord (mains lead), pull it out by the plug. Should any solid object or liquid fall into the component, unplug the tape deck and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further. [. . . ] Use a separately sold dry-type or wet-type cleaning cassette. Demagnetise the tape heads and the metal parts that has contact with the tape after every 20 to 30 hours of use with a separately sold demagnetising cassette. Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with mild detergent solution. Never use strong solvents, such as thinner or benzene, since they may damage the finish. [. . . ]