Sony 323 Operating Instructions Manual

Press or slidep STOPPAUSE c in the direction of the arrowTo release pause playback, release PAUSEc*.Press and hold ) FF/CUE and release itat the point you wantPress and hold 0 REW/REVIEW andrelease it at the point you want) FF/CUE during stop0 REW/REVIEW during stopr RECBabcTCM-333/323Sony Corporation 1998 Printed in ChinaOperating InstructionsManual de instrucciones (en el reverso)Aab cdeCEnglishBATT lampDC IN 3VAC power adaptorD CapstanErase headCotton swabPinch-rollerRecord/playback headVOLp STOP( PLAY0 REW/REVIEW) FF/CUEPAUSE cATab for side ASide AEARr RECp STOP0 REW/REVIEWPAUSE c3-862-978-12(1)Cassette-Corder z Operating the UnitRecording (see Fig. B-a, b)You can record right away with the built-in microphone.1 Insert a normal (TYPE I) tape with the side to start recording facingthe cassette holder.2 Press r REC.Recording starts.At the end of the tape, recording stops and the unit turns offautomatically.To Press or slideStop recording p STOPPause recording PAUSE c in the direction of the arrowTo release pause recording, release PAUSEc*.Review the portion Press and hold 0 REW/REVIEWjust recorded during recording.Release the button at the point to start playback.* PAUSE c will be also automatically released when p STOP ispressed (stop-pause-release function).To monitor the soundConnect an earphone (not supplied) firmly to the EAR jack.NoteDo not use a CrO 2 (TYPE II) or metal (TYPE IV) tape, otherwise thesound may be distorted when you play back the tape, or the previousrecording may not be erased completely.To prevent a tape from being accidentallyrecorded over (see Fig. B-c)Break out and remove the cassette tabs. To reuse the tape for recording,cover the tab hole with adhesive tape.Playing a Tape (see Fig. C)1 Insert a cassette with the side to start playing facing the cassetteholder.2 Press ( PLAY then adjust the volume. There is a raised dot to showthe direction to turn down volume beside VOL.At the end of the tape, playback stops and the unit turns offautomatically.If you plug in headphones (not supplied) to the EAR jack, you will getmonaural output from both left and right channels.ToStop playback/stop fastforward or rewindPause playbackSearch forward duringplayback (CUE)Search backward duringplayback (REVIEW)Fast forward**Rewind**Start recordingduring playback* PAUSE c will be also automatically released when p STOP ispressed (stop-pause-release function).** If you leave the unit after the tape has been wound or rewound, thebatteries will be consumed rapidly. Be sure to depress p STOP.z Additional InformationPrecautionsOn power• Operate the unit only on 3V DC.For AC operation, use the AC power adaptor recommended for theunit. Do not use any other type (TCM-333 only).For battery operation, use two size R6 (AA) batteries.On the unit• Do not leave the unit in a location near heat sources, or in a placesubject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical shock.• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the unit, remove the batteriesor disconnect the AC power adaptor (TCM-333 only), and have the unitchecked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.• Keep personal credit cards using magnetic coding or spring-woundwatches etc. away from the unit to prevent possible damage from themagnet used for the speaker.• If the unit has not been used for a long time, set it in the playback modeand warm it up for a few minutes before inserting a tape.On tapes longer than 90 minutesWe do not recommend the use of tapes longer than 90 minutes except fora long continuous recording or playback. They are very thin and tend tobe stretched easily.If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit, pleaseconsult your nearest Sony dealer.TroubleshootingShould any problem persist after you have made these checks, consultyour nearest Sony dealer.You cannot press r REC.m The tab on the tape has been removed.You cannot press ( PLAY.m The tape has reached the end. Rewind the tape.The unit does not operate.m The batteries have been inserted with incorrect polarity.m The batteries are weak.m PAUSE c is slid in the direction of the arrow.m The AC power adaptor or car battery cord is not firmlyconnected (TCM-333 only).m The batteries have been inserted, but simultaneously the ACpower adaptor is connected and not to be done to the wall outlet(TCM-333 only).No sound comes from the speaker.m The earphone is plugged in.m The volume is turned down completely.The sound drops out or comes with excessivenoise.m The volume is turned down completely.m The batteries are weak.m The heads are contaminated. See “Maintenance.”Recording cannot be made.m Connection is made incorrectly.m The batteries are weak.m The record / playback head is contaminated.Recording cannot be erased completely.m The erase head is contaminated.m Recording or erasing is being made using recorded CrO2 (TYPEII) or metal (TYPE IV) tape.Maintenance (see Fig. D)To clean the tape heads and pathWipe the heads, pinch rollers, and the capstans with a cotton swabmoistened with alcohol every 10 hours of use.Built-inmicrophoneAbout This ManualThe instructions in this manual are for TCM-333 and TCM-323. Beforeyou start reading, check your model number. TCM-333 is the model usedfor illustration purposes. Any differences in operation are clearlyindicated in the text, for example, “TCM-333 only”.z Getting StartedPreparing a Power SourceChoose one of the following power sources.Dry Batteries (see Fig. A-a)Make sure that nothing is connected to the DC IN 3V jack (TCM-333 only).1 Open the battery compartment lid.2 Insert two size R6 (AA) batteries (not supplied) with correct polarityand close the lid.Notes• Do not charge a dry battery.• Do not use a new battery with an old one.• Do not use different types of batteries.• When you do not use the unit for a long time, remove the batteries toavoid any damage caused by battery leakage and subsequent corrosion.• (TCM-333 only) Dry batteries will not be expended when anotherpower source is connected.To take out the batteries (see Fig. A-b)To attach the battery compartment lid if it isaccidentally detached (see Fig. A-c)When to replace the batteries (see Fig.A-d)Replace the batteries with new ones when the BATT lamp dims.Notes• After the batteries have been used for a while, the BATTlamp may flicker with the playback sound when you turn up thevolume; however, this does not mean that you need to replace thebatteries.• The unit will play back normally for a while even after the BATT lampdims. However, replace the batteries as soon as you can. If you do not,subsequent recording will not be done correctly.Battery life (Approximate hours) (EIAJ*)Playback RecordingSony alkaline LR6 (SG) 11 11Sony R6P (SR) 3 3* Measured value by the standard of EIAJ(Electronic IndustriesAssociation of Japan). (Using a Sony HF series cassette tape)NoteThe battery life may shorten depending on the operation of the unit.House Current (TCM-333 only) (see Fig. A-e)Connect the AC power adaptor to DC IN 3V and to the wall outlet. Usethe AC-E30HG AC power adaptor (not supplied). Do not use any otherAC power adaptor.NoteSpecifications for AC-E30HG varies for each area. Check your localvoltage and the shape of plug before purchasing.Polarity of the plugOwner’s RecordThe model number is located at the bottom and the serial number islocated inside the cassette holder. Record the model and serialnumbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to these numberswhenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.Model No. Serial No.For customers in the United StatesTo clean the exteriorUse a soft cloth slightly moistened in water. Do not use alcohol, benzineor thinner.SpecificationsRecording system2-track 1 channel monauralFrequency range250 - 6,300 HzSpeakerApprox. 3.6 cm (1 7⁄ 16 in.) dia.Power output130 mW (at 10 % harmonic distortion)OutputEarphone jack (minijack) for 8 - 300 ohms earphonePower requirements• Two size R6 (AA) batteries (not supplied): 3V DC• DC IN 3 V jack (TCM-333 only) accepts:– AC-E30HG AC power adaptor (not supplied) suitable in thecountry where the unit is to be used.– Sony DCC-E230 car battery cord (not supplied) for use on 12 V carbattery.Dimensions (w/h/d) (incl. projecting parts and controls)Approx. 112 × 91 × 36.5 mm(4 1 ⁄2 × 3 5⁄ 8 × 1 7⁄ 16 in.)Mass (not incl. batteries)Approx. 170g (6.0 oz)Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.This warranty is valid only in the UnitedStates.Esta garantía es válida solamente enEstados Unidos.LIMITED WARRANTY

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