Radio Shack Cassette Player Portable Cassette Recorder User Guide

Owner’s Manual  
Please read before using this equipment.  
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ˆ Features  
Record/Battery Indicator  
confirm the recorder is recording and  
dims when the batteries are low.  
Your RadioShack Portable Cassette Re-  
corder is a multi-functional recorder that  
includes a tone control and tape counter.  
Easy to use and reliable, it is ideal for  
both personal and business use. Its fea-  
tures include:  
— lights to  
Tone Control  
— lets you customize the  
sound to your personal preference.  
AUX Jack  
corder to an external sound source, so  
you can record directly from the source.  
— lets you connect the re-  
Three Power Sources  
— you can pow-  
er the recorder from four C batteries (not  
supplied), standard AC power (with the  
supplied power cord), or vehicle DC  
power (with an optional DC adapter).  
Built-In Carrying Handle  
easily carry the cassette recorder any-  
where you go.  
— lets you  
Voice-Activated (VOX) Recording  
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or  
shock hazard, do not expose this product to rain  
or moisture.  
records only when there is sound, so you  
can save power and prevent blank sec-  
tions of tape.  
Full Automatic Stop  
— protects the  
CAUTION  
tape and tape handling parts by automat-  
ically stopping the tape when it reaches  
the end.  
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.  
!
DO NOT OPEN.  
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF  
ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE  
COVER OR BACK. NO USER-SERVICE-  
ABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING  
TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL.  
Tape Counter  
— helps you locate spe-  
cific sections on the tape.  
Cue/Review  
— lets you listen to record-  
ings at high speed so you can find a par-  
ticular section.  
This symbol is intended to alert  
you to the presence of uninsu-  
lated dangerous voltage within  
the product’s enclosure that might  
be of sufficient magnitude to con-  
stitute a risk of electric shock. Do  
not open the product’s case.  
Automatic Level Control (ALC) Circuit  
— ensures the proper recording level.  
Built-In Condenser Microphone  
provides maximum sensitivity, letting  
you record sound sources from several  
feet away.  
This symbol is intended to inform  
you that important operating and  
maintenance instructions are  
included in the literature accom-  
panying this product.  
!
MIC Jack  
— lets you connect an option-  
al external microphone to record from  
longer distances.  
The graphical symbols with supplemental mark-  
ings are located on the bottom of the product.  
©
2000 Tandy Corporation.  
All Rights Reserved.  
RadioShack, Adaptaplug, and RadioShack.com are trademarks used by Tandy Corporation.  
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Features  
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ˆ Preparation  
power cord from the AC outlet before  
AC IN  
CONNECTING POWER  
you unplug it from the  
jack.  
You can power the recorder from any of  
three power sources:  
Using Internal Batteries  
• Standard AC power (with the sup-  
plied power cord)  
You can power the recorder from four C  
batteries (not supplied). For the best  
performance and longest life, we recom-  
mend RadioShack alkaline batteries.  
• Internal batteries  
• Your  
vehicle’s  
cigarette-lighter  
Cautions:  
socket (with an optional DC adapter)  
• Use only fresh batteries of the  
required size and recommended  
type.  
Note  
: Connecting the power cord or a  
DC adapter disconnects the internal bat-  
teries.  
• Do not mix old and new batteries,  
different types of batteries (stan-  
dard, alkaline, or rechargeable), or  
rechargeable batteries of different  
capacities.  
Using AC Power  
To power the recorder from standard AC  
power, plug the supplied power cord into  
AC IN  
the  
jack on the side of the record-  
er. Then plug the other end into a stan-  
dard AC outlet.  
Follow these steps to install batteries.  
Warning:  
The power cord has a polar-  
1. Press down on the battery compart-  
ment cover and slide it off in the  
direction of the arrow on the cover.  
ized plug that is designed to fit into the  
recorder’s jack and a standard AC outlet  
only one way. If the plug does not easily  
fit into the jack and AC outlet, do not  
force either plug. Simply turn it over and  
try again.  
2. Install the batteries in the compart-  
ment as indicated by the polarity  
symbols (+ and –) marked inside.  
Caution:  
Always plug the power cord  
jack before you plug it into  
3. Replace the cover.  
AC IN  
into the  
the AC outlet, and always unplug the  
Preparation  
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When the record/battery indicator be-  
comes dim during recording or the re-  
corder stops operating properly, replace  
the batteries.  
Follow these steps to use vehicle battery  
power.  
Warning:  
Always dispose of old batter-  
ies promptly and properly. Do not burn  
or bury them.  
Caution:  
If you do not plan to use the re-  
corder with batteries for a month or  
more, remove the batteries. Batteries  
can leak chemicals that can destroy  
electronic parts.  
1. Set the DC adapter’s voltage switch  
to 6V.  
Using Vehicle Battery Power  
You can power the recorder from your  
vehicle’s cigarette-lighter socket using a  
6V, 300 mA DC adapter and a size B  
Adaptaplug™ adapter (neither supplied,  
available at your local RadioShack  
store).  
2. Insert the Adaptaplug adapter into  
the adapter’s cord so it reads + TIP.  
3. Insert the Adaptaplug’s barrel plug  
DC 6V  
into the  
the recorder.  
jack on the left side of  
Cautions:  
4. Insert the adapter’s larger plug into  
the vehicle’s cigarette-lighter socket.  
• You must use a DC adapter that  
supplies 6 volts and delivers at least  
300 milliamps. Its center tip must be  
set to positive, and its plug must cor-  
USING AN EARPHONE  
DC 6V  
rectly fit the recorder’s  
jack.  
You can use an optional mono earphone  
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Using an adapter that does not meet  
these requirements could damage  
the recorder or the adapter.  
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with a / -inch (3.5-mm) mini plug to lis-  
ten to a tape privately. Insert the ear-  
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8
EAR  
jack.  
phone’s / -inch plug into the  
• Always plug the adapter into the  
recorder before you plug it into the  
cigarette-lighter socket, and always  
unplug the adapter from the ciga-  
rette-lighter socket before you  
unplug it from the recorder.  
Note:  
Connecting  
the  
earphone  
automatically disconnects the built-in  
speaker.  
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Preparation  
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adapt to the volume level, so a vol-  
ume level that does not cause dis-  
comfort might still damage your  
hearing.  
Listening Safely  
To protect your hearing, follow these  
guidelines when you use the earphone.  
• Set the volume to the lowest setting  
before you begin listening. After you  
begin listening, adjust the volume to  
a comfortable level.  
Traffic Safety  
Do not wear an earphone while operat-  
ing a motor vehicle or riding a bicycle.  
This can create a traffic hazard and can  
be illegal in some areas.  
• Do not listen at extremely high vol-  
ume levels. Extended high volume  
listening can lead to permanent  
hearing loss.  
Even though some earphones let you  
hear some outside sounds when listen-  
ing at normal volume levels, they still  
can present a traffic hazard.  
• Once you set the volume, do not  
increase it. Over time, your ears  
ˆ Operation  
3. Load the cassette into the cassette  
guides in the door with its open  
edge out, the side you want to play  
facing up, and its full reel to the left.  
LOADING A CASSETTE  
TAPE  
1. Take up any slack in the tape by  
turning one of the cassette’s hubs  
with a pencil.  
4. Close the door.  
PLAYING A CASSETTE  
TAPE  
1. Load the cassette tape.  
PLAY  
. The cassette plays until  
2. Press  
it reaches the end of the side, then it  
automatically stops.  
Caution  
: If you do not remove the  
excess slack, the tape could  
become tangled in the record/play-  
back mechanism.  
Notes:  
PAUSE  
• Press  
to temporarily stop  
PAUSE  
playback. Press  
resume playback.  
again to  
STOP/EJECT  
2. Press  
to open the cas-  
sette compartment door.  
To rapidly wind the tape forward  
STOP/EJECT  
or backward, press  
Operation  
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FAST-F/CUE  
REWIND/  
then  
RECORD  
to begin recording.  
Both PLAY and RECORD lock down.  
then  
or  
4. Press  
REVIEW STOP/EJECT  
. Press  
to resume playback.  
PLAY  
Note:  
press  
To temporarily stop recording,  
PAUSE PAUSE  
again to  
. Press  
REWIND/REVIEW  
• If you hold down  
resume recording.  
FAST-F/CUE  
or  
while the tape is  
playing, you can hear the tape as  
it moves at a faster speed. This  
makes it easy to locate a specific  
part of a recording. When you  
5. The recorder automatically stops  
the tape when it reaches the end of  
the current side. To stop recording  
STOP/EJECT  
sooner, press  
.
REWIND/REVIEW  
FAST-  
or  
release  
F/CUE  
, the tape plays at its nor-  
mal speed.  
Using an External Microphone  
TONE  
VOLUME/VOX  
3. Adjust  
SENS  
and  
You can connect an external micro-  
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to a comfortable listening  
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phone (not supplied) with a / -inch plug  
level.  
to the recorder. Your local RadioShack  
store sells a variety of microphones.  
4. To stop playback before the tape  
STOP/  
automatically stops, press  
EJECT  
Note:  
Connecting an external micro-  
.
phone automatically disconnects the  
built-in microphone.  
RECORDING  
Follow these steps to record using an  
external microphone.  
Notes:  
• Before you load a cassette tape for  
recording, be sure its erase-protec-  
tion tabs are in place (see “Prevent-  
ing Accidental Erasure” on Page 8).  
1. Load a blank cassette tape, or one  
you want to record over, into the  
cassette compartment.  
2. Insert the microphone’s plug into the  
• The recorder’s Automatic Level  
Control (ALC) circuit automatically  
MIC  
recorder’s  
jack.  
VOL-  
adjusts the recording level.  
UME/VOX SENS  
has no effect on  
recording.  
Using the Built-In Microphone  
1. Load a blank cassette tape, or one  
you want to record over, into the  
cassette compartment.  
Note:  
If the external microphone  
has a separate, smaller plug for  
remote operation, insert that plug  
into the  
2. Place the recorder 2 to 3 feet from  
the recording source.  
REM  
jack. Then you can use  
the microphone’s remote switch to  
stop or start the recorder.  
VOX  
OFF  
3. Set  
to  
.
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RECORD  
Note:  
If you previously connected an ex-  
ternal microphone, disconnect it.  
3. Press  
Both  
to begin recording.  
RECORD  
PLAY  
and  
lock down.  
Note:  
press  
resume recording.  
To temporarily stop recording,  
1. Load a blank cassette tape, or one  
you want to record over, into the  
cassette compartment.  
PAUSE PAUSE  
again to  
. Press  
4. Speak into the external microphone.  
2. Connect the external source to the  
AUX  
jack using a patch cord with a  
5. The recorder automatically stops  
the tape when it reaches the end of  
the current side. To stop recording  
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/ -inch plug.  
STOP/EJECT  
sooner, press  
.
VOX Recording  
When you use VOX recording, the re-  
corder automatically begins recording  
when it senses a voice or other sound,  
then automatically stops when the  
sound stops.  
3. Start the external audio source and  
set its volume control to a normal lis-  
tening level.  
RECORD  
4. Press  
Both  
to begin recording.  
VOX  
ON  
To start VOX recording, set  
then adjust  
to  
to set  
the sound level at which recording be-  
VOLUME/VOX SENS  
PLAY  
RECORD  
and  
lock down.  
VOLUME/VOX SENS  
Note:  
press  
press  
To temporarily stop recording,  
gins. Rotating  
to the  
PAUSE  
PAUSE  
. To resume recording,  
again.  
left increases the VOX sensitivity. The  
higher the VOX sensitivity, the lower the  
sound level is needed to start VOX re-  
cording.  
5. The recorder automatically stops  
the tape when it reaches the end of  
the current side. To stop recording  
Recording from a Connected  
Audio Source  
STOP/EJECT  
. Then  
sooner, press  
stop the audio source.  
You can record directly from an external  
audio source, such as a radio, tape  
deck, or CD player. To make the con-  
Note:  
During recording, the speaker is  
muted. If you want to monitor the record-  
ing, connect an earphone (not supplied)  
(see “Using an Earphone” on Page 4).  
nection, you need a suitable mono patch  
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cord with a / -inch (3.5-mm) plug (avail-  
able at your local RadioShack store).  
USING THE TAPE  
COUNTER  
Note  
: Before you connect an external  
audio source to the recorder, be sure  
the source’s volume control is set to its  
minimum setting.  
You can use the tape counter to help  
you find specific locations on the tape.  
Follow these steps to record from an ex-  
ternal audio source.  
Operation  
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TAPE  
At the beginning of a tape, press  
COUNTER  
Erasing Tapes  
to reset the tape counter to  
To record over a cassette tape, simply  
record as usual. The cassette deck  
records over the previous recording.  
000. Then note the counter’s reading at  
the beginning of each selection.  
To return to a selection, fast-forward or  
rewind the tape until the counter shows  
the noted reading.  
You can quickly erase both sides of a  
cassette tape using a RadioShack bulk  
tape eraser.  
TAPE TIPS  
Note  
: If you use metal or high-bias type  
tape, the recorded sound might not be  
erased properly.  
Recommended Tapes  
Tape quality greatly affects the quality of  
the recording. We recommend extended-  
range or low noise Type 1 regular length  
(60- or 90-minute) normal-bias cassette  
tapes. We do not recommend long-play  
cassette tapes such as C-120s because  
they are thin and can easily tangle.  
Preventing Accidental Erasure  
Cassette tapes have two erase-  
protection tabs — one for each side.  
When a tab is in place, you can record  
on that side.  
To prevent accidental erasure of a tape  
recording, use a screwdriver to remove  
one or both of the cassette tape’s erase-  
Restoring Tape Tension and  
Sound Quality  
RECORD  
protection tabs. This prevents  
from being pressed.  
After you play a cassette tape several  
times, the tape might become tightly  
wound on the reels. This can cause  
playback sound quality to deteriorate.  
If you later decide to record on a tape  
side after you have removed the erase-  
protection tab, place a piece of strong  
plastic tape over that side’s erase-  
protection hole. Be sure you cover only  
the hole originally covered by the erase-  
protection tab.  
To restore the sound quality, fast-  
forward the tape from the beginning to  
the end of one side, then completely re-  
wind it. Then loosen the tape reels by  
gently tapping each edge of the cassette  
on a flat surface.  
Caution:  
Removing the erase-protection  
tabs does not prevent a bulk eraser from  
erasing a cassette tape.  
Caution:  
Be careful not to damage the  
cassette when tapping it. Do not touch  
the exposed tape or allow any sharp ob-  
jects near the cassette.  
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ˆ Care and Maintenance  
Your RadioShack Portable Cassette Recorder is an example of superior design and  
craftsmanship. The following suggestions will help you care for your recorder so you  
can enjoy it for years.  
Keep the recorder dry. If it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Liquids  
might contain minerals that can corrode the electronic circuits.  
Use and store the recorder only in normal temperature environments.  
Temperature extremes can shorten the life of electronic devices, dam-  
age batteries, and distort or melt plastic parts.  
Keep the recorder away from dust and dirt, which can cause premature  
wear of parts.  
Handle the recorder gently and carefully. Dropping it can damage circuit  
boards and cases and can cause the recorder to work improperly.  
Use only fresh batteries of the required size and recommended type.  
Batteries can leak chemicals that damage your recorder’s electronic  
parts.  
Wipe the recorder with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new.  
Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong detergents to  
clean the recorder.  
Modifying or tampering with the recorder’s internal components can cause a mal-  
function and might invalidate its warranty. If your recorder is not performing as it  
should, take it to your local RadioShack store for assistance.  
Care and Maintenance  
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CLEANING THE TAPE-HANDLING PARTS  
Dirt, dust, or particles of the tape's coating can accumulate on the tape heads and  
other parts that the tape touches. This can greatly reduce the performance of the cas-  
sette player. After every 20 hours of tape player operation, follow these steps to clean  
the tape-handling parts or use a RadioShack cassette deck cleaning kit.  
1. Remove the batteries and disconnect any other power source.  
PLAY  
2. Open the cassette compartment door and press  
handling parts.  
to expose the tape-  
3. Use a cotton swab dipped in denatured alcohol or tape head cleaning solution to  
clean the tape guides, record/play head, pinch roller, and capstan.  
Tape Guides  
Capstan  
Pinch  
Roller  
Record/Play Head  
STOP/EJECT  
4. When you finish cleaning, press  
and close the cassette compart-  
ment door. Then reconnect power.  
ˆ Specifications  
CASSETTE PLAYER  
Track System ................................................................................................. 2-Track Monaural  
Tape Speed ................................................................................................................ 4.75 cm/s  
Recording System ......................................................................................................... AC Bias  
Frequency Response (@ ±6 dB) ...................................................................... 125 Hz–6.3 kHz  
Signal-to-Noise Ratio ....................................................................................................... 35 dB  
Wow and Flutter (WRMS) ............................................................................................ < 0.25%  
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Specifications  
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GENERAL  
Power Requirements ................................................................................... AC 120V, 60 Hz, or  
Four C Batteries, or  
DC 6V with Optional Adapter  
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3
16 ×  
9 / in  
4
Dimensions (HWD) .......................................................................................... 2 × 5 /  
(50.8 × 141.3 × 247.7 mm)  
Weight (without batteries) ........................................................................................... 1 lb 13 oz  
(810 g)  
Included Accessory ........................................................................................... AC Power Cord  
Specifications are typical; individual units might vary. Specifications are subject to change and  
improvement without notice.  
Specifications  
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Limited Ninety-Day Warranty  
This product is warranted by RadioShack against manufacturing defects in material and workmanship under normal  
use for ninety (90) days from the date of purchase from RadioShack company-owned stores and authorized Ra-  
dioShack franchisees and dealers. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioShack MAKES NO EXPRESS WAR-  
RANTIES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR  
A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THE WRITTEN LIMITED WAR-  
RANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioShack SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY OR  
RESPONSIBILITY TO CUSTOMER OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY WITH RESPECT TO ANY LIABILITY,  
LOSS OR DAMAGE CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT OR  
ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY DAMAGES  
RESULTING FROM INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF TIME, DATA, PROPERTY, REVENUE, OR PROFIT OR ANY IN-  
DIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, EVEN IF RadioShack HAS BEEN ADVISED  
OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.  
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental  
or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.  
In the event of a product defect during the warranty period, take the product and the RadioShack sales receipt as  
proof of purchase date to any RadioShack store. RadioShack will, at its option, unless otherwise provided by law:  
(a) correct the defect by product repair without charge for parts and labor; (b) replace the product with one of the  
same or similar design; or (c) refund the purchase price. All replaced parts and products, and products on which a  
refund is made, become the property of RadioShack. New or reconditioned parts and products may be used in the  
performance of warranty service. Repaired or replaced parts and products are warranted for the remainder of the  
original warranty period. You will be charged for repair or replacement of the product made after the expiration of the  
warranty period.  
This warranty does not cover: (a) damage or failure caused by or attributable to acts of God, abuse, accident, mis-  
use, improper or abnormal usage, failure to follow instructions, improper installation or maintenance, alteration,  
lightning or other incidence of excess voltage or current; (b) any repairs other than those provided by a RadioShack  
Authorized Service Facility; (c) consumables such as fuses or batteries; (d) cosmetic damage; (e) transportation,  
shipping or insurance costs; or (f) costs of product removal, installation, set-up service adjustment or reinstallation.  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.  
RadioShack Customer Relations, 200 Taylor Street, 6th Floor, Fort Worth, TX 76102  
12/99  
We Service What We Sell  
14-1128  
RadioShack  
A Division of Tandy Corporation  
Fort Worth, Texas 76102  
2144-920-0-01  
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