Sony M-673V Manuel d'utilisation

Microcassette™-corder, Recording, Playing a tape

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Operating Instructions
Mode d’emploi (voir verso)

M-673V/670V

Microcassette™-Corder

Recording

You can record right away with the built-in microphone.

Make sure that nothing is connected to the MIC jack.

* The button/jack has a tactile dot.

PAUSE

EAR

MIC (PLUG IN

POWER)

*

Microphone

FF/CUE

REW/REVIEW

Tape counter

reset button

VOL

*

(Battery alert LED)

TAPE SPEED

*

REC/BATT

VOR

Tape counter

1 Press the reset button of the tape counter.

2 Press  and insert a standard microcassette with the side to

start recording facing the lid.

3 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 (supplied for the United States and Europe only).

There is a tactile dot on this side.

1.2 cm for longer recording time: A 60-minute recording can be

made using both sides of the MC-30 microcassette (supplied for

the United States and Europe only).

4 Set VOR to OFF.

If you set VOR to ON, the unit automatically starts recording the

sound and pauses when there is no sound (you can save tapes and

batteries).

When the sound is not loud enough, set it to OFF, or the unit may

not start recording.

5 Press .

is pressed simultaneously and recording starts. While the tape

runs, the REC/BATT lamp lights and flashes depending on the

strength of the sound.

Recording level is fixed.

At the end of the tape, recording stops and the unit turns off

automatically (Automatic shut-off mechanism).

To

Press or slide

Stop recording



Pause recording

Slide  PAUSE in the direction of the arrow.

To release pause recording, releasePAUSE*.

Start recording during

playback

during playback (the unit enters the recording

mode)

Review the portion just

recorded

Push up FF/CUE • REW/REVIEW toward

REW/REVIEW during the recording. Release the

button at the point to start playback.

Take out a cassette



*  PAUSE will also be automatically released when  is pressed (stop-

pause-release function).

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.

Notes on VOR (Voice Operated Recording)

 The VOR system is affected by the environmental recording conditions. 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. If you

cannot get the results you want, set it to OFF.

 The VOR system may not record the beginning of the sound you want to record

because it starts recording only after it catches the sound. For an important

recording, set it to OFF.

To monitor the sound

Connect an earphone (not supplied) firmly to the EAR jack. The

monitor volume cannot be adjusted by VOL.
To prevent a cassette from being accidentally recorded over

Break off and remove the cassette tabs. To reuse the cassette for

recording, cover the tab hole with adhesive tape.

Recording from Various Sound Sources

Notes

 When you are going to record something that you may not have an opportunity

to record again, test the unit first before you actually start recording.

 When recording with an external microphone, the VOR system may not work

properly because of the difference in sensitivity.

Recording with an External Microphone

Connect a microphone firmly to the MIC jack.
M-673V : use the supplied microphone.

M-670V : use a microphone of low impedance (less than 3 kΩ).

When using a plug-in-power system microphone, the power to the

microphone is supplied from this unit.
Recording from another equipment

Connect another equipment firmly to the MIC jack using the

connecting cord (not supplied).

Set this unit to the recording mode and another equipment to the

playback mode.

Playing a Tape

VOL

*

*

FAST PB

FF/CUE

REW/REVIEW

EAR

* The button has a tactile dot.

TAPE SPEED

*

PAUSE

(Battery

alert LED)

1 Insert a cassette with the side to start playing facing the lid.

2 Select the tape speed to the same speed as that used for recording.

3 Press .

4 Turn VOL to adjust the volume. There is a tactile dot beside VOL to

show the direction to turn up the volume.

At the end of the tape, playback stops and the unit turns off

automatically (Automatic shut-off mechanism). After the tape has been

wound or rewound, be sure to press .

If you plug in headphones (not supplied) to the EAR jack, you will get

monaural output from both left and right channels.

To

Press or slide

Stop playback/stop fast

forward or rewind



Pause playback

Slide  PAUSE in the direction of the arrow. REC/

BATT lamp goes off.

To release pause playback, releasePAUSE*.

Fast forward** (FF)

Slide FF/CUE • REW/REVIEW toward FF/

CUE  during stop.

Rewind** (REW)

Slide FF/CUE • REW/REVIEW toward 

REW/REVIEW during stop.

Search forward during

playback (CUE)

Keep FF/CUE • REW/REVIEW pushed

toward FF/CUE  during playback and release it at

the point you want.

Search backward during

playback (REVIEW)

Keep FF/CUE • REW/REVIEW pushed

toward  REW/REVIEW during playback and

release it at the point you want.

Start recording during

playback

*  PAUSE will also be automatically released when  is pressed (stop-

pause-release function).

** If you leave the unit after the tape has been wound or rewound, the batteries

will be consumed rapidly. Be sure to press .

Note

If you leave the unit after the tape has been wound or rewound, the batteries will

be consumed rapidly. Be sure to press • REW/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.

To increase the playback speed

Slide the FAST PB  switch in the direction of the arrow. The

playback speed will be increased.

To return to the original speed, slide the FAST PB  switch to the

original position.

Precautions

On power

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 size

AAA (R03) batteries.

On the unit

Use only the

(standard microcassettes) with this unit.

Non-standard cassettes cannot be used because their “L” dimension

(see illustration) is different.

Approx. 5 mm

Standard

Only standard microcassettes

have a small indention of side A.

Approx. 2.5 mm

Non-standard

Do not leave the unit in a location near heat sources, or in a place

subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical shock.

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.

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 cassette.

If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit, please

consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Troubleshooting

Should any problem persist after you have made these checks, consult

your nearest Sony dealer.
You cannot close the cassette compartment lid.

 The cassette is being inserted in the wrong way.

  has been already pressed.

 The cassette is not being inserted completely.

The unit does not operate.

 The batteries have been inserted with incorrect polarity.

 The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new ones.

 PAUSE is slid in the direction of the arrow.

 The AC power adaptor is not firmly connected.

 The unit will not run on dry batteries if the AC power adaptor is

left plugged into the DC IN 3V jack even though you disconnect

the AC power adaptor from the power source.

Recording cannot be made.

 There is no cassette in the cassette compartment.

 The tab on the tape has been removed. To reuse the tape for

recording, cover the tab hole with adhesive tape.

 The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new ones.

Recording is interrupted.

 The VOR switch is set to ON. When you do not use VOR, set it

to OFF.

Recording cannot be erased completely.

 The head is contaminated. See “Maintenance”.

About This Manual

The instructions in this manual are for 2 models.

There is no difference among M-673V and M-670V except for the

supplied accessories.

M-673V consists of M-670V Microcassette recorder and the accessories.

For information about the supplied accessories, see “Specifications” of

this manual.

Preparing Power Sources

Choose one of the following power sources.

Dry Batteries

Insert the batteries

with correct polarity.

Make sure that nothing is connected to the DC IN 3V jack.

1 Open the battery compartment lid.

2 Insert two size AAA (R03) batteries with correct polarity and close

the lid.

To take out the batteries

To attach the battery compartment lid if it is accidentally

detached

When to replace the batteries

Replace the batteries with new ones of the same kind when the REC/

BATT lamp dims and the  lamp flashes.
Notes

 The unit will play back normally for a while, even after the  lamp flashes.

However, replace the batteries as soon as you can. Otherwise, the built-in

speaker may emit a loud noise and recordings may not be made correctly.

 In the following cases you do not need to replace the batteries:

– if the  lamp flashes with the playback sound when you turn up the volume.

– if the  lamp lights momentarily when the tape starts running or at the end

of the tape.

– if the  lamp flashes during FF/REW or CUE/REVIEW.

Battery life

* (Approx. hours)

Batteries

Recording

Playback

**

Sony alkaline LR03 (SG)***

14.5

9

Sony manganese R03 (SB)

5

2.5

* Measured valued by the standard of JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information

Technology Industries Association) (Using a Sony Microcassette)

** Using a tape on which music has been recorded is played at volume setting 7

using speaker

*** When using Sony LR03 (SG) alkaline dry batteries (produced in Japan)

Note

The battery life may be shorter depending on the operating condition, the

surrounding temperature and battery type.

For maximum performance we recommend that you use

alkaline batteries.

House current

AC power adaptor

(not supplied)

to a wall outlet

Connect the AC power adaptor to DC IN 3V and to a wall outlet.

Use a commercially-available AC power adaptor (rated output voltage/

current: 3 V DC/700 mA).

Do not use any other AC power adaptor.

Polarity of the plug

Notes

 Depending on the AC power adaptor, noise may be heard while using the unit.

Refer to the operating instructions of the AC power adaptor.

 The voltage of power supply is different depending on the country. Please buy

an AC power adaptor in the country where the product is to be used.

 Do not touch the AC power adaptor with wet hands.

 Connect the AC power adaptor to an easily accessible AC outlet. Should you

notice an abnormality in the AC power adaptor, disconnect it from the AC

outlet immediately.

Playback cannot be made.

 The tape has reached the end. Rewind the tape.

No sound comes from the speaker.

 The earphone is plugged in. Unplug it.

 The volume is turned down completely.

The sound drops out or comes with excessive noise.

 The volume is turned down completely.

 The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new ones.

 The head is contaminated. See “Maintenance”.

 Direct placement of the cassette tape on the speaker resulted in

magnetization and deteriorated tonal quality.

 Use the unit away from radiowave-emitting devices such as

cellular phones.

Tape speed is too fast or too slow or the sound is distorted in the

playback mode.

 Improper setting of the TAPE SPEED switch. Set it to the same

speed as that used for recording.

 The FAST PB  switch is slid in the direction of the arrow.

 The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new ones.

During CUE/REVIEW the tape stops or does not run.

You cannot fast-forward or rewind.

 The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new ones.

Maintenance

Head

Pinch roller

Capstan

To clean the tape head and path

Press  and wipe the head, capstan and the pinch roller with a cotton

swab, moistened with alcohol every 10 hours of use.
To clean the exterior

Use a soft cloth slightly moistened in water. Do not use alcohol, benzine

or thinner.

Specifications

Tape

(normal position type)

Recording system

2-track 1-channel monaural

Speaker

Approx. 2.8 cm dia.

Tape speed

2.4 cm/s, 1.2 cm/s

Frequency range

300 Hz - 4 000 Hz (with TAPE SPEED switch at 2.4 cm/s)

Input

Microphone input jack (minijack/monaural/PLUG IN POWER)

sensitivity 0.2 mV for 3 kΩ or lower impedance microphone

Output

Earphone jack (minijack/monaural) for 8 Ω - 300 Ω earphone

Power output (at 10% harmonic distortion)

450 mW

Power requirements

3 V DC batteries size AAA (R03) × 2/External DC 3V power sources

Dimensions (w/h/d) (incl. projecting parts and controls)

Approx. 54.8 Ч 106.8 Ч 21.5 mm

Mass (main unit only)

Approx. 92 g

Supplied accessories

Microcassette tape MC-30 (1) (for the United States and Europe only)

Alkaline batteries LR03 (SG) (2) (M-673V, M-670V for the United States

only)

Microphone (1) (M-673V only)

Carrying pouch (1) (M-673V only)

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

©2004 Sony Corporation Printed in China

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