Sony Microcassette Recorder 427AD User Manual

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sp e e d .  
3-810-462-62(1)  
To  
Press or slide  
Re co rd in g  
Stop playback/ stop fast  
forward or rewind*  
p6  
n The TAPE SPEED switch is set between the 1.2 cm and 2.4  
cm positions.  
Pause playback  
Fast forward  
Rewind  
Slide CPAUSE in the direction of  
Re co rd in g ca n n o t b e m a d e .  
n Connection is made incorrectly.  
n The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new  
ones.  
n The head is contaminated.  
n Improper setting of the VOR switch (M-529V/ 539V only).  
Set it to H or OFF.  
EAR  
the arrow. The BATT lamp goes off.  
Microphone  
Slide 0CUE/ )REVIEW toward  
0CUE during stop**  
Operating Instructions  
BATT  
Manual de instrucciones (en el reverso)  
Slide 0CUE/ )REVIEW toward  
)REVIEW during stop.**  
r
TAPE  
C PAUSE  
0 CUE/REVIEW )  
p 6  
Re co rd in g is in t e rru p t e d .  
Search forward during  
playback (CUE)  
Keep 0CUE/ )REVIEW pushed  
down during playback and release it  
at the point you want.**  
M-417/427/427AD/427C/  
437/529V/539V  
SPEED  
n The VOR switch (M-529V/ 539V only) is set to H or L.  
TAPE  
When you do not use VOR, set it to OFF.  
COUNTER  
Re co rd in g ca n n o t b e e ra se d co m p le t e ly.  
n The head is contaminated.  
Search backward during Keep 0CUE/ )REVIEW pushed  
playback (REVIEW)  
Sony Corporation 1997 Printed in China  
VOR  
up during playback and release it at  
the point you want.**  
* If you leave the unit after the tape has been wound or rewound,  
the batteries will be consumed rapidly. Be sure to depress p6.  
** The tape moves faster in the rewind/ REVIEW mode than in the  
fast forward/ CUE mode.  
Fo r t h e cu st o m e rs in t h e USA  
Ow n e r’s Re co rd  
The model number is located at the bottom and the serial  
number is located inside the battery compartment.  
Record these numbers in the spaces provided below.  
Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your  
Sony dealer regarding this product.  
Ma in t e n a n ce  
Note  
If the tape is completely rewound while searching backward during  
playback (REVIEW), the 0CUE/ )REVIEW switch may not  
return to the center position when you release the switch. In this  
case, push back the switch to the center to start playback.  
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2
m
m
p6  
Model No.  
Serial No.  
At t h e e n d o f t h e t a p e  
In the recording or playback mode, the tape stops at the  
end of the tape and the locked buttons will be released  
automatically (Automatic shut-off mechanism).  
After fast forward or rewind, be sure to return 0CUE/  
)REVIEW to the center.  
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WARNING  
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the  
unit to rain or moisture.  
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(M-529V/ 539V only) Press the reset button of the  
TAPE COUNTER.  
Press p6 and insert a standard microcassette with  
the side to start recording facing the lid.  
Select the desired tape speed.  
2.4 cm for optimum sound (recommended for normal  
use): A 30-minute recording can be made using both  
sides of the MC-30 microcassette.  
1.2 cm for longer recording time: A 60-minute  
recording can be made using both sides of the MC-30  
microcassette.  
(M-529V/ 539V only) Set VOR to H, L or OFF.  
If you set VOR to H or L, the unit automatically starts  
recording the sound and pauses when there is no  
sound (you can save tapes and batteries).  
H: To record at meetings or in a quiet and/ or  
spacious place.  
L: To record for dictation or in a noisy place.  
When the sound is not loud enough, set it to OFF, or  
the unit may not start recording.  
To cle a n t h e t a p e h e a d a n d p a t h  
Press 9 and wipe the head 1, capstan 2 and the pinch  
roller 3 with a cotton swab, moistened with alcohol  
every 10 hours of use.  
Re co rd in g /Pla yb a ck w it h t h e  
Co n n e ct e d Eq u ip m e n t  
Du b b in g o n t o a n o t h e r t a p e re co rd e r  
Set this unit to the playback mode and another tape  
recorder to the recording mode.  
We lco m e !  
Thank you for purchasing the Sony Microcassette-  
Corder. Some features are:  
• The BATT lamp indicates when to replace the batteries.  
• The VOR (Voice Operated Recording) system (M-529V/  
539V only) starts and stops recording automatically in  
response to the sound.  
• Edit function—You can start recording directly from the  
playback mode by pressing the r button to correct a  
previously recorded portion.  
• Tape counter (M-529V/ 539V only)  
• Automatic shut-off mechanism at the end of the tape (in  
the recording/ playback mode only)  
• Stop-pause-release function—The pause switch is  
released automatically when the p6 button is  
depressed so that you dont miss a recording chance.  
To cle a n t h e e xt e rio r  
Use a soft cloth slightly moistened in water. Do not use  
alcohol, benzine or thinner.  
EAR  
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Sp e cifica t io n s  
Tape  
y (normal position type)  
Recording system  
MIC  
Connecting cord RK-G64HG (not supplied)  
2-track 1-channel monaural  
Speaker  
Approx. 3.6 cm (1716 in.) dia.  
Tape speed  
2.4 cm/ s (1516 ips), 1.2 cm/ s (1532 ips)  
Frequency range  
5
Press r.  
300 – 4,000 Hz  
Output  
Earphone jack (minijack) for 8 – 300 ohms earphone  
Pow er output (at 10% harmonic distortion)  
160 mW  
Pre ca u t io n s  
On p o w e r  
Recording starts.  
Recording level is fixed.  
Ab o u t Th is Ma n u a l  
• Operate the unit only on 3 V DC.  
For AC operation, use the AC power adaptor  
recommended for the unit. Do not use any other type.  
For battery operation, use two R6 (size AA) batteries.  
• The nameplate indicating operating voltage, etc., is  
located on the bottom of the unit.  
Battery life (recording)  
See “Preparing Power Sources”.  
Pow er requirements  
• Two R6 (size AA) batteries: 3 V DC  
• Sony AC-E30HG AC power adaptor (not supplied):  
220/ 230 V AC, 50 Hz (European model)  
120/ 220 V AC, 50/ 60 Hz (model for other countries) (for M-427/  
427C/ 437/ 529V/ 539V only)  
120 V AC, 60 Hz (M-427AD only)  
Dimensions (w /h/d)  
To  
Press or slide  
The instructions in this manual are for the M-417, M-427,  
M-427AD, M-427C, M-437, M-529V and M-539V. Before  
you start reading, check your model number. The M-  
539V is the model used for illustration purposes. Any  
differences in operation are clearly indicated in the text,  
for example, “M-539V only”.  
Stop recording  
p6  
Start recording during  
playback  
r during playback (the unit becomes  
in the recording mode)  
Review the portion  
just recorded  
Push up 0CUE/ )REVIEW  
toward )REVIEW during  
recording. Release the button at the  
point to start playback.  
On t h e u n it  
• Use only the y(standard microcassettes)  
with this unit. Non-standard cassette cannot be used  
because the “L” dimension is different.  
Approx. 66.7 x 120.8 x 25 mm incl. projecting parts and controls  
Mass  
Approx. 160 g incl. batteries  
Supplied accessories  
Pause recording  
Take out a cassette  
Note  
Select the 2.4 cm tape speed for recording, if you play back the  
recorded tape with another unit. Otherwise, the sound quality may  
be changed.  
Slide CPAUSE in the direction of  
the arrow. The BATT lamp goes off.  
Pre p a rin g Po w e r So u rce s  
Choose one of the following power sources.  
Standard  
Only standard  
microcassette have a  
small indentation of  
side A.  
Non-standard  
Microcassette tape MC-30 (1) (M-427C/ 437 and M-529V (European  
model) only)  
p6  
Microcassette tapes MC-30 (3) (M-539V only)  
Handstrap (1) (M-529V/ 539V only)  
AC power adaptor (1) (M-427AD only)  
Sony batteries LR6 (SG) (2) (M-539V (Canada and European model)  
only)  
Dry Ba t t e rie s  
Approx. 5 mm  
Approx. 2.5 mm  
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.  
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Notes on VOR (Voice Operated Recording) (M-529V/539V  
only)  
• Do not leave the unit in a location near heat sources, or  
in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or  
mechanical shock.  
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Optional accessories  
Microcassette MC-60, MC-30  
Earphone ME-81, ME-L82  
Connecting cord RK-G64HG (miniplug to miniplug with attenuator)  
AC power adaptor AC-E30HG  
• The VOR system depends on the environmental conditions. If you  
cannot get the desired results, set VOR to OFF.  
• When you use the 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 VOR to H (high) or L (low) depending  
on the conditions.  
• 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.  
• Keep personal credit cards using magnetic coding or  
spring-wound watches etc. away from the unit to  
prevent possible damage from the magnet used for the  
speaker.  
Make sure that nothing is connected to the DC IN 3V  
jack.  
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2
Open the battery compartment lid.  
Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries with correct polarity  
and close the lid.  
To m o n it o r t h e so u n d  
Connect the earphone (not supplied) to the EAR jack. The  
monitor volume cannot be adjusted by VOL.  
Th is w a rra n t y is va lid o n ly in t h e Un it e d  
St a t e s.  
• When you do not use the unit for long, remove the  
batteries to avoid damage caused by battery leakage  
and subsequent corrosion.  
• If the unit has not been used for long, set it in the  
playback mode and warm it up for a few minutes  
before inserting a tape.  
If t h e b a t t e ry co m p a rt m e n t lid is a ccid e n t a lly  
d e t a ch e d  
Attach it as illustrated.  
To p re ve n t a ca sse t t e fro m b e in g a ccid e n t a lly  
re co rd e d o ve r  
Break out and remove the cassette tabs. To reuse the  
cassette for recording, cover the tab hole with adhesive  
tape.  
If you have any questions or problems concerning your  
unit, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.  
Wh e n t o re p la ce t h e b a t t e rie s  
Replace the batteries with new ones when the BATT  
(battery) lamp dims and the sound is distorted.  
Tro u b le sh o o t in g  
Should any problem persist after you have made these  
checks, consult your nearest Sony dealer.  
Pla yin g a Ta p e  
Battery life (Approx. hours)  
A ca sse t t e ca n n o t b e in se rt e d .  
n The cassette is being inserted in the wrong way. (The  
cassette should be inserted in the lid with the tape side  
facing you.)  
1
Insert a cassette with the side to start playing facing  
Batteries  
Recording  
the lid.  
Sony R6P (SR)  
5.5  
2
Select the tape speed to the same speed as that used  
Sony alkaline LR6 (SG)  
19  
for recording.  
n 9 has been already pressed.  
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4
Press 9.  
Adjust the volume.  
r ca n n o t b e p re sse d .  
n There is no cassette in the cassette compartment.  
n The cassette tab has been removed.  
r o r 9 ca n n o t b e p re sse d .  
n The tape has reached the end.  
Ho u se Cu rre n t  
to the w all outlet  
VOL  
EAR  
n After the automatic shut-off, CPAUSE is slid in the  
direction of the arrow.  
Th e u n it d o e s n o t o p e ra t e .  
DC IN 3V  
BATT  
n The batteries have been inserted with incorrect polarity  
n The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new  
ones.  
n CPAUSE is slid in the direction of the arrow.  
n The AC power adaptor or car battery cord is connected to  
the unit only and you are going to use the unit on  
batteries.  
No so u n d co m e s fro m t h e sp e a ke r.  
n The earphone is plugged in.  
n The volume is turned down completely.  
Th e so u n d d ro p s o u t o r co m e s w it h e xce ssive  
AC pow er adaptor (supplied w ith M-427AD  
only) or AC-E30HG AC pow er adaptor (not  
supplied)  
C PAUSE  
9
0 CUE/REVIEW )  
p 6  
TAPE  
SPEED  
Connect the AC power adaptor to DC IN 3V and to a  
wall outlet. Use the AC power adaptor (supplied with  
M-427AD only) or the AC-E30HG AC power adaptor  
(not supplied). Do not use any other AC power adaptor.  
n o ise .  
n The volume is turned down completely.  
n The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new  
ones.  
Polarity of the plug  
n The head is contaminated. See “Maintenance”.  
Ta p e sp e e d is t o o fa st o r t o o slo w in t h e  
p la yb a ck m o d e .  
n Improper setting of the TAPE SPEED switch. Set it to the  
same speed as that used for recording.  
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