Sony TCM-80V - Manuel (Page 7)

Recording with the
Remote Control
Microphone
Connect the remote control
microphone (supplied with the
Sony world model onl^ to the MIC
jack. The power to the microphone
is supplied from this unit.
To pause playback/recording
with the remote control
microphone
Slide PAUSE on the remote
control microphone in the direction
of the arrow. To release, slide it
back to the place.
Note
•When operating with the remote
control mirophone, you will not be
able to operate the II PAUSE button
on the main unit.
>■ Additional
Information
Precautions
On power
• Operate the unit only on 1.5V 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.
• The nameplate indicating
operating voltage, etc., is located
on the bottom of the iinit.
On the unit
• 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.
• If the unit has not been used for a
long time, set it in the playback
mode and warm it up for a few
minutes before inserting a tape.
On tapes longer than 90
minutes
We do not recommend the use of
tapes longer than 90 minutes except
for a long continuous recording or
playback. They are very thin and
tend to be stretched easily.
On rechargeable battery
Certain countries ma\’ regulate
disposal of the batter\- used to
power this product.
Please consult with your local
authority.
For the customers in the USA
and Canada
RECYCLING NICKEL-
CADMIUM BATTERIES
NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERY.
MUST BE DISPOSED OF
PROPERLY.
Nickel-Cadmium batteries
are recyclable. You can help
preserve our environment by
returning your unwanted
batteries to your nearest Sony
N i-Cd Service Center or Factory
Service Center for collection,
recycling or proper disposal.
Note; In some areas the
disposal of nickel-
cadmium batteries in
household or business
trash may be
prohbited.
For the Son\- Ser\'ice Center nearest
you call l-80U-222-5ONY (United
States only)
For the Factorv Service Center nearest
you call 416-499-SONY (Canada only)
Caution; Do not handle damaged or
leaking nickel-cadmium
batteries.
If you have any questions or
problems concerning your unit,
please consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
Troubleshooting
Should anv problem persist aftt'r
you have made these checks,
consult your nearest Sony dealer.
The unit does not operate.
The batteries have been
inserted with incorrect
polarity.
^ The batteries are weak.
■ > The HOLD switch is
slid in the direction of
the arrow.
-> II PAUSE is pressed.
■ > The AC power adaptor
or car battery cord is not
firmly connected.
The batteries have been
inserted, but simultane-
ouslv the AC power
adaptor is connected
and not to be done to
the wall outlet.
No sound comes from the
speaker.
The earphone(s) is
plugged in.
The volume is turned
down completely.
Tape speed is too fast or too
slow in the playback mode.
TAPE SPEED is set at a
point other than the
center.
The sound drops out or
comes with excessive noise.
-> The volume is turned
down completely.
•¥ The batteries arc weak.
The heads are contami­
nated. See "Mainte­
nance."
Recording cannot be made.
The tab on the tape has
been removed.
-> Connection is made
incorrectly.
The batteries are weak.
The record/playback
head is contaminated.
-» VOR has been set to the
improper position when
VOR function works.
Recording is interrupted.
VOR is set to ON. When
you do not use VOR, set
it to OFF.
Recording cannot be erased
completely.
The erase head is
contaminated.
Recording or erasing is
being made using
recorded CrOi (TYPE II)
or metal (TYPE IV) tape.
Maintenance
(See Fig. Q)
To clean the tape heads and
path
Wipe the heads, pinch rollers, and
the capstans with a cotton swab
moistened with alcohol every 10
hours of use.
To clean the exterior
Use a soft doth slightly moistened
in water. Do not use alcohol,
benzine or thinner.
Specifications
Recording system
2-track 1 channel monaural
Frequency range
150-8,000 Hz
Speaker
Approx. 3.6 cm (I'/i'^ in.) dia.
Power output
70 mW (at 10 harmonic
distortion)
Input
Microph<me input jack (minijack)
sensitivity 0.3 mV^ for .8 kilohms or
lower impedance microphone
Output
Earphone jack (minijack) for 8 -
300 ohms earphone
Variable range of the tape
speed
From +207i, lo-lO"'.,
Power requirements
• Two size AAA (R03) batteries
(not supplied): 1.5V DC
• Two NC-6WM rechageable
batteries (1.2 V) (not supplied)
DC IN 1,5 V jack accepts:
• Sony AC-E15HG AC power
adaptor (not supplied) suitable
in the country where the unit is
to be used.
• Sony DCC-El 15L or DCC-
E215HG car battery cord (not
supplied) for use on 12 V car
battery.
Dimensions (w/h/d) (incl.
projecting parts and controls)
Approx, 110.9 X 28.6 X 77.2 mm
(4Vs X iyi6 X 3’/p in.)
Mass (incl. batteries)
Approx. 220 g (7.8 oz.)
Supplied accessories
Carrying case (1)
Sony alkaline batteries LR03 (SC)
(2) (Sony world model only)
Microphone (1) (Sony world
model t)nly)
Earphones (1) (Sony world inode!
only)
Ear adaptors (2) (Sony world
model only)
Design and specifications are subject
to change without notice.