Sony Cassette Player TC TX373 User Manual

3-867-730-11(1)  
Stereo Cassette  
Deck  
Operating Instructions  
TC-TX373  
©1999 by Sony Corporation  
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The TC-TX373 tape deck is  
designed only for the DHC-  
MD373/333 component system  
Table of Contents  
Here are some of the features you can use with  
this tape deck when connected with the  
DHC-MD373/333 Mini Hi-Fi component system  
(see page 4).  
Getting Started  
Hooking up the system .............................. 4  
Auto Power On/Off  
The tape deck power is tied with the  
DHC-MD373/333 component system (see  
page 11).  
Operations  
Playing a tape ............................................ 7  
Recording a CD  
— CD Synchro Recording ............... 10  
CD Synchro Recording  
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).  
Recording manually ................................ 12  
Additional Information  
One Touch Play (DHC-MD333  
only)  
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).  
Precautions .............................................. 13  
Troubleshooting ...................................... 15  
Specifications ............................ Back cover  
Automatic Source Selection  
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).  
Timer  
You can wake up to music or record a radio  
programme at a preset time. For details, refer to  
“Waking up to music” and “Timer recording radio  
programmes” in the DHC-MD373/333 component  
system Instruction Manual.  
Remote Control  
You can operate the tape deck using the remote  
supplied with the DHC-MD373/333.  
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Getting Started  
Hooking up the system  
Complete steps 1 to 3, 5 to 7 below to hook up your system (DHC-MD373) using the supplied  
cords.  
TC-TX373 rear panel  
Mains lead  
Audio connecting  
cords (supplied)  
AU BUS connecting  
cable  
System cable adapter (supplied)  
DHC-MD373 rear panel  
Complete steps 4 to 7 below to hook up your system (DHC-MD333) using the supplied cords.  
TC-TX373 rear panel  
Mains lead  
Audio connecting  
cords (supplied)  
AU BUS connecting cable  
DHC-MD333 rear panel  
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Connection to the DHC-MD373  
3 (DHC-MD373 only)  
Firmly connect the system cable adapter  
to the tape control jack on the  
DHC-MD373.  
1 (DHC-MD373 only)  
Firmly connect the AU BUS connecting  
cable to the system cable adapter.  
A
TC-TX373  
B
TC-TX373  
A
B
Adapter  
DHC-MD373  
Insert the connector  
firmly all the way.  
2 (DHC-MD373 only)  
Note  
Peel away the seal paper from the back  
of the system cable adapter and secure  
the adapter to the DHC-MD373.  
The system cable adapter is used to connect the AU  
BUS connecting cable for exchanging signals  
between the tape deck and the DHC-MD373. If you  
do not connect the system cable adapter and the AU  
BUS connecting cable firmly, the tape deck and  
DHC-MD373 may not operate correctly.  
Position the adapter  
so that it does not  
interfere with the  
audio connecting  
cords.  
continued  
A
TC-TX373  
B
Position the adapter  
so that it does not  
cover the ventilation  
slits.  
DHC-MD373  
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Hooking up the system  
(continued)  
5 Connect A to A, and B to B using  
the audio connecting cords. Insert the  
plugs into jacks of the same colour.  
Connection to the DHC-MD333  
The two audio connecting cords are the  
same, so you can connect A or B using  
either cord.  
4 (DHC-MD333 only)  
Firmly connect the AU BUS connecting  
cable to the AU BUS jack on the  
DHC-MD333.  
TC-TX373 rear panel  
TAPE  
L
IN  
OUT  
R
A
B
A
B
A
B
TC-TX373  
A
DHC-MD373 rear panel  
TC-TX373 rear panel  
DHC-MD333  
Insert the  
connector firmly  
all the way.  
TAPE  
L
IN  
OUT  
R
A
B
Note  
A
B
The AU BUS connecting cable is used for exchanging  
signals between the tape deck and the DHC-MD333.  
If you do not connect the cable firmly, the tape deck  
and DHC-MD333 may not operate correctly.  
DHC-MD333 rear panel  
L : sound flow  
A l A  
*
The sound signals of the CD, MD and TUNER  
flow through the DHC-MD373/333 to the tape  
deck when you record to tape.  
** B l B  
The sound signal of the tape deck flows to the  
DHC-MD373/333 when you play a tape.  
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Operations  
How to insert the plugs  
Insert the plugs firmly into the jacks.  
Playing a tape  
Not firmly inserted  
You can use any type of tape, TYPE I (normal),  
TYPE II (CrO2) or TYPE IV (metal), since the  
tape deck automatically detects the tape type  
(ATS1)).  
1) ATS: Automatic Tape Selection.  
Tape deck TC-TX373  
Insert to here.  
2
A
4
S
6 For models with a voltage selector, set  
VOLTAGE SELECTOR to the position  
of your local power line voltage.  
VOLTAGE SELECTOR  
DOLBY NR2)  
Cassette  
indicator  
h
x
110-120V  
220-240V  
3
m/M  
2) This tape deck is equipped with the Dolby B-type  
noise reduction system.  
The remote supplied with the  
DHC-MD373  
7 Connect the mains lead to a mains after  
`/1  
you complete all the connections.  
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If the plug on this tape deck does not fit your  
mains, detach the supplied adapter from the  
plug (only for models equipped with an  
adapter).  
If there is no sound or the tape  
does not record at first  
operation  
m
M
m
M
.
>
Make sure the plugs are inserted into the jacks  
firmly.  
H
H
x
X
x
• If the plugs are not inserted into both the A jacks  
firmly, you may not be able to record the sound of  
the CD, MD and TUNER onto a tape.  
• If the plugs are not inserted into both the B jacks  
firmly, you may not be able to listen to the sound of  
the tape deck.  
X
VOLUME  
TAPE  
The plugs of the audio connecting cords may be  
tight. Insert the plugs at the point shown in “How  
to insert the plugs” in step 5.  
continued  
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Playing a tape (continued)  
3 Set DIRECTION to g to play one  
side. Set it to s3) to play both sides.  
The remote supplied with the  
DHC-MD333  
4 Press H.  
Press h to play the bottom side.  
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FUNCTION switches to “TAPE”  
automatically, then the tape starts playing.  
FUNCTION  
3) The tape deck stops automatically after repeating  
the sequence five times.  
To play a tape using the  
DHC-MD373 component system  
Do the following operation in step 4.  
TAPEh/H  
TAPEm/M  
TAPEx  
TAPEX  
1 Press TAPE so that “TAPE” appears in the  
display.  
2 Press H on the remote.  
To play the bottom side, press H again.  
To play a tape using the  
DHC-MD333 component system  
Do the following operation in step 4.  
VOLUME  
1 Press FUNCTION until “TAPE” appears in the  
display.  
2 Press TAPEH on the remote.  
To play the bottom side, press TAPEh on the  
remote.  
1 Press `/1 (power) on the  
DHC-MD373/333 to turn on the  
DHC-MD373/333 component system.  
The tape deck turns on automatically.  
2 Insert a recorded tape.  
With the side you  
want to play facing up  
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When using the DHC-MD333  
Other operations  
Symbols in parentheses indicate the buttons on the  
remote supplied with the DHC-MD333.  
When using the DHC-MD373  
You can also operate the tape deck using the  
remote supplied with the DHC-MD373.  
To  
Do this  
Stop playing  
Press x (or TAPEx).  
Pause  
Press S (or TAPEX).  
Press again to resume playing.  
To  
Do this  
Stop playing  
Press x.  
Fast-forward  
Press x, then M (or  
TAPEM) for the top side.  
Press x, then m (or  
TAPEm) for the bottom  
side.  
Pause  
Press S (or X on the remote).  
Press again to resume playing.  
Fast-forward  
Press x, then M for the top  
side.  
Press x, then m for the  
bottom side.  
Rewind  
Press x, then m (or  
TAPEm) for the top side.  
Press x, then M (or  
TAPEM) for the bottom  
side.  
Rewind  
Press x, then m for the top  
side.  
Press x, then M for the  
bottom side.  
Find the succeeding Press M (or TAPEM) for  
Find the succeeding Press M for the top side  
track (AMS*)  
the top side during playback.  
Press m (or TAPEm) for  
the bottom side during  
playback.  
track (AMS*)  
during playback.  
Press m for the bottom side  
during playback.  
Find the preceding  
track (AMS*)  
Press m for the top side  
during playback.  
Press M for the bottom side  
during playback.  
Find the preceding  
track (AMS*)  
Press m (or TAPEm) for  
the top side during playback.  
Press M (or TAPEM) for  
the bottom side during  
playback.  
Remove the cassette Press A on the tape deck.  
Remove the cassette Press A on the tape deck.  
Adjust the volume  
Turn VOLUME (or press  
VOLUME +/– on the remote).  
Adjust the volume  
Turn VOLUME (or press  
VOLUME +/–).  
* The Automatic Music Sensor (AMS) feature detects  
a blank space of more than four seconds between  
tracks to locate tracks quickly.  
continued  
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Playing a tape (continued)  
Tips  
Recording a CD  
CD Synchro Recording  
• When you press `/1 (power) on the tape deck, only  
the tape deck turns on. Press `/1 (power) on the  
DHC-MD373/333 to turn on the DHC-MD373/333  
component system.  
• The cassette indicator lights up in red when a  
cassette is inserted and goes off when no cassette is  
inserted.  
The CD SYNC button lets you record from a CD  
to a tape easily. You can use TYPE I (normal) or  
TYPE II (CrO2) tape, since the tape deck  
automatically detects the tape type.  
• 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).  
• Inserting the tape when the power is off  
automatically turns on the tape deck only. Press  
`/1 (power) on the DHC-MD373/333 to turn on  
the DHC-MD373/333 component system.  
• You can switch from another source to the tape  
deck just by pressing H or h (Automatic  
Source Selection).  
• 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).  
• To listen to a tape recorded with the Dolby noise  
reduction system, set DOLBY NR to ON.  
• Using the timer function on the DHC-MD373/333,  
you can wake up to music at a preset time. For  
details, refer to “Wake up to music” in the DHC-  
MD373/333 component system Instruction Manual.  
When you set the Wake-up timer, DOLBY NR  
must be set on the tape deck.  
Tape deck TC-TX373  
2
H
6
DOLBY NR*  
Cassette  
h x  
4
indicator 5  
* This tape deck is equipped with the Dolby B-type  
noise reduction system.  
The remote supplied with the  
DHC-MD373  
`/1  
1
Note  
The AMS feature may not work in the following  
cases:  
— the blank space between tracks is four seconds  
or less.  
m
M
— the sound source recorded on the right channel  
is different from that on the left channel as with  
a KARAOKE tape.  
— low volume or low sound continues for a long  
time.  
.
>
H
X
x
x
— the TV is too close to the tape deck.  
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The remote supplied with the  
DHC-MD333  
5 Press CD SYNC on the tape deck.  
The tape deck stands by for recording and  
the CD player stands by for playback. The  
indicators on the CD SYNC, zREC, H  
(for the top side) and S buttons light up.  
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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.  
6 Press S on the tape deck.  
Recording starts.  
If the tape reaches the end of the top side  
part-way through a track, the tape rewinds  
and the track is recorded again from its start.  
After that, recording starts with that track  
from the beginning of the bottom side during  
both sides recording, or recording stops  
during one side recording.  
TAPEx  
1 Press `/1 (power) on the  
DHC-MD373/333 to turn on the  
DHC-MD373/333 component system.  
The tape deck turns on automatically.  
To stop recording  
Press x on the tape deck, x on the DHC-MD373  
remote or TAPEx on the DHC-MD333 remote.  
Tips  
2 Insert a blank tape.  
• When you press `/1 (power) on the tape deck, only  
the tape deck turns on. Press `/1 (power) on the  
DHC-MD373/333 to turn on the DHC-MD373/333  
component system.  
With the side you want  
to record on facing up  
• Inserting the tape when the power is off  
automatically turns on the tape deck only. Press  
`/1 (power) on the DHC-MD373/333 to turn on  
the DHC-MD373/333 component system before  
recording.  
• The cassette indicator lights up in red when a  
cassette is inserted and goes off when no cassette is  
inserted.  
• When you want to reduce the hiss noise in low-level  
high-frequency signals, set DOLBY NR to ON  
before step 5.  
• If the tape reaches the end of the top side during  
both sides recording, the fadeout feature prevents  
the track from ending abruptly at the end of the tape  
(Fade Synchro) (DHC-MD333 only). The track  
is recorded again from the beginning of the bottom  
side.  
3 Place a CD on the disc tray of the  
DHC-MD373/333.  
4 Set DIRECTION to g to record on  
one side. Set it to s to record on  
both sides.  
If you select both sides recording and the  
tape reaches the end of the top side part-way  
through a track, the entire track is recorded  
again from the beginning of the bottom side.  
Notes  
• You cannot listen to other sources while recording.  
• When you record on both sides, be sure to start  
from the top side. If you start from the bottom side,  
recording stops at the end of the bottom side.  
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The remote supplied with the  
DHC-MD333  
Recording manually  
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.  
1
3
Tape deck TC-TX373  
2
H
6
TAPEx  
TAPEX  
h x  
DOLBY NR*  
4 5  
* This tape deck is equipped with the Dolby B-type  
noise reduction system.  
1 Press `/1 (power) on the  
DHC-MD373/333 to turn on the  
DHC-MD373/333 component system.  
The tape deck turns on automatically.  
The remote supplied with the  
DHC-MD373  
`/1  
1
2 Insert a blank tape.  
With the side you want  
to record on facing up  
m
M
.
>
H
X
x
X
x
3 Press FUNCTION on the  
DHC-MD373/333 until “CD”, “MD” or  
“TUNER” appears.  
3
4 Set DIRECTION to g to record on  
one side. Set it to s to record on  
both sides.  
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Additional Information  
5 Press zREC on the tape deck.  
Precautions  
The tape deck stands by for recording. The  
indicators on the zREC, H (for the top  
side) and S buttons light up.  
On operating voltage  
(for models with a voltage  
selector)  
Before operating the tape deck, check that the  
operating voltage of your tape deck is identical with  
the voltage of your local power supply.  
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.  
6 Press S on the tape deck.  
Recording starts.  
On safety  
You can also start recording by pressing the  
H or h button that is lit.  
• 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.  
7 Start playing on the source component.  
• 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. Never pull the cord itself.  
• 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.  
To  
Press  
Stop recording  
x (or x on the DHC-MD373  
remote or TAPEx on the  
DHC-MD333 remote).  
Pause recording  
S (or X on the DHC-MD373  
remote or TAPEX on the  
DHC-MD333 remote).  
• The AC power cord (mains lead) must be changed  
only at a qualified service shop.  
On placement  
• Place the tape deck in a location with adequate  
ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the tape deck.  
• Do not place the unit in an inclined position.  
• Do not place the unit in locations where it is:  
— Extremely hot or cold  
— Dusty or dirty  
— Very humid  
— Subject to vibration  
— Subject to direct sunlight  
Tips  
• The cassette indicator lights up in red when a  
cassette is inserted and goes off when no cassette is  
inserted.  
• When you want to reduce the hiss noise in low-level  
high-frequency signals, set DOLBY NR to ON  
before step 5.  
• Using the timer function on the DHC-MD373/333,  
you can record radio programmes at a preset time.  
For details, refer to “Timer recording radio  
programmes” in the DHC-MD373/333 component  
system Instruction Manual. When you set the timer  
recording, DOLBY NR and DIRECTION mode  
must be set on the tape deck.  
Before placing a cassette in the  
tape deck  
Take up any slack in the tape. Otherwise, the tape  
may get entangled in the parts of the tape deck and  
become damaged.  
When using a tape longer than  
90 minutes  
The tape is very elastic. Do not change the tape  
operations such as play, stop, and fast-winding  
frequently. The tape may get entangled in the tape  
deck.  
continued  
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Precautions (continued)  
Cleaning the tape heads  
Clean the tape heads after every 10 hours of use.  
When the tape heads become dirty  
— the sound is distorted  
To save a tape permanently  
To prevent a tape from being accidentally recorded  
over, break off the cassette tab from side A or B as  
illustrated.  
— there is a decrease in sound level  
— the sound drops out  
— the tape does not erase completely  
— the tape does not record.  
Be sure to clean the tape heads before you start an  
important recording or after playing an old tape.  
Use a separately sold dry-type or wet-type cleaning  
cassette. For details, refer to the instructions of the  
cleaning cassette.  
Detector slots  
Demagnetising the tape heads  
Tab of side B  
Tab of side A  
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.  
For details, refer to the instructions of the  
demagnetising cassette.  
Side A  
Break off the  
cassette tab of  
side A  
Cleaning the cabinet  
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.  
If you later want to reuse the tape for recording, cover  
the broken tab with adhesive tape. However, be  
careful not to cover the detector slots which allow the  
tape player to automatically detect the type of tape.  
If you have any questions or problems concerning  
your tape deck, please consult your nearest Sony  
dealer.  
Detector slots  
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Noise increases or the high frequencies  
are erased.  
• The record/playback heads are magnetised.  
Demagnetise them (see page 14).  
• Move the tape deck away from the TV or  
VCR.  
Troubleshooting  
If you run into any problem using this tape deck,  
use the following checklist.  
First, check that the mains lead is connected  
firmly and the speakers are connected correctly  
and firmly.  
The sound is distorted.  
• Set DOLBY NR to the same setting in which  
the tape was recorded.  
• Move the tape deck away from the TV or  
VCR.  
Should any problem persist, consult your nearest  
Sony dealer.  
The operation buttons on the tape deck do  
not work.  
• Press any of the operation buttons after S  
stops flashing. (The buttons on the tape deck  
do not work for about two seconds after the  
tape deck turns on.)  
There is no sound.  
• The mains lead is disconnected from the  
mains.  
• Make sure the audio connecting cords are  
connected correctly (see page 6).  
• No cassette is inserted. Insert a cassette.  
The remote supplied with the DHC-MD373/  
333 does not function.  
The tape does not play or record.  
• Press FUNCTION on the DHC-MD373/333  
to switch the FUNCTION to “TAPE”.  
• There is slack in the tape. Take up any slack  
in the tape.  
• Make sure the system cable adapter/AU BUS  
connecting cable is connected correctly (see  
page 5 or 6).  
• The heads are dirty. Clean them.  
• Make sure the audio connecting cords are  
connected correctly (see page 6).  
Automatic Source Selection or One Touch  
Play (DHC-MD333 only) does not work.  
• Make sure the AU BUS connecting cable is  
connected correctly (see page 6).  
The tape does not record.  
• No cassette is inserted. Insert a cassette.  
• The tab has been removed from the cassette.  
Cover the broken tab with adhesive tape (see  
page 14).  
The functions tied with the  
DHC-MD373/333, such as CD Synchro  
Recording, do not work.  
• Make sure the system cable adapter/AU BUS  
connecting cable is connected correctly (see  
page 5 or 6).  
• The tape has wound to the end.  
The tape does not record or play, or there  
is a decrease in sound level.  
• The heads are dirty. Clean them.  
• The record/playback heads are magnetised.  
Demagnetise them.  
The inserted tape will not eject.  
`/1 (power) of the tape deck is OFF. Press  
`/1 (power) to turn on the tape deck, then  
press A.  
The tape does not erase completely.  
• The record/playback heads are magnetised.  
Demagnetise them.  
The cassette indicator flashes.  
There is excessive wow or flutter, or the  
sound drops out.  
• The capstans in the tape deck are dirty. Clean  
them using a cleaning cassette.  
• Press `/1 (power) to turn off the tape deck,  
then press `/1 (power) again to turn on the  
tape deck.  
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Specifications  
Recording system  
4-track 2-channel stereo  
Frequency response  
(DOLBY NR OFF)  
50 – 14,000 Hz ( ±3 dB),  
using Sony TYPE I cassettes  
50 – 15,000 Hz ( ±3 dB),  
using Sony TYPE II cassettes  
Wow and flutter  
±0.13% W. Peak (IEC)  
0.07% W. RMS (NAB)  
±0.2% W. Peak (DIN)  
Input  
TAPE IN (phono jacks):  
impedance 47 kilohms  
Output  
TAPE OUT (phono jacks):  
voltage 550 mV  
impedance 47 kilohms  
General  
Power requirements  
European countries model:  
220 – 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz  
Other models:  
110 – 120 V or 220 – 240 V AC,  
50/60 Hz  
Adjustable with the voltage  
selector  
Power consumption  
Dimensions  
12 W  
Approx. 215 × 60 × 230 mm  
(w/h/d) incl. projecting parts and  
controls  
Mass  
Approx. 2.5 kg  
Supplied accessories:  
Audio connecting cords (2)  
System cable adapter (1)  
Design and specifications are subject to change  
without notice.  
Sony Corporation  
Printed in China  
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