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Microcassette™-Corder
Operating Instructions
Mode d’emploi (voir verso)
M-535V/530V/435P/430
Sony Corporation © 1999 Printed in China
Voor de Klanten in Nederland (alleen de M-535V)
Bij dit product zijn batterijen geleverd. Wanneer
deze leeg zijn, moet u ze niet weggooien maar inleveren als KCA.
For customers in the United States
Owner’s Record
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.
Model No. |
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Serial No. |
About This Manual
The instructions in this manual are for 4 models. The M-535V is the model used for illustration purposes.
Their differences are shown in the table below:
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M-535V |
M-530V |
M-435P/430 |
TAPE COUNTER |
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BATT lamp |
a (REC/BATT) |
a (REC/BATT) |
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REC lamp |
a (REC/BATT) |
a (REC/BATT) |
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VOR |
a |
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Handstrap |
a |
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a: provided or supplied —: not provided or not supplied
Preparing Power Sources
Choose one of the following power sources.
Dry Batteries
Insert the # side first for each battery.
Make sure that nothing is connected to the DC IN 3V jack.
1Open the battery compartment lid.
2Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries with correct polarity and close the lid.
To take out the batteris
If the battery compartment lid is accidentally detached
Attach it as illustrated.
When to replace the batteries
Replace the batteries with new ones when the REC/BATT (M-535V/530V) or BATT (M-435P/430) lamp dims.
Note
You do not need to replace the batteries if the REC/BATT lamp or BATT lamp flashes with the playback sound when you turn up the volume.
Battery life (Approx. hours) |
(EIAJ*) |
Batteries |
Recording |
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Sony manganese R6P (SR) |
7 |
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Sony alkaline LR6 (SG) |
24 |
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*Measured valued by the standard of EIAJ (Electronic Industries Association of Japan) (Using a Sony Microcassette)
Note
The battery life may shorten depending on the operation of the unit.
House current
to the wall outlet
AC power adaptor (not supplied)
Connect the AC power adaptor to DC IN 3V and to a wall outlet. Use the AC-E30HG AC power adaptor (not supplied). Do not use any other AC power adaptor.
Polarity of the plug
Note
Specifications for AC-E30HG vary for each area. Check your local voltage and the shape of plug before purchasing.
Recording |
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EAR |
Microphone |
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REC/BATT |
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VOR |
> PAUSE |
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z |
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TAPE SPEED |
m CUE/ |
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TAPE COUNTER |
REVIEW M |
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xZ |
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xZ |
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1Press the reset button of the TAPE COUNTER (M-535V/530V only).
2Press xZ and insert a standard microcassette with the side to start recording facing the lid.
3Select the desired tape speed.
2.4cm for optimum sound (recommended for normal use): A 30-minute recording can be made using both sides of the MC-30 microcassette.
1.2cm for longer recording time: A 60-minute recording can be made using both sides of the MC-30 microcassette.
4Set VOR to H, L or OFF (M-535V/530V only).
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 meeting 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.
5Press z.
n is pressed simultaneously and recording starts. While the tape runs, the REC/BATT lamp lights and flashes depending on the strength of the sound (M-535V/530V only).
Recording level is fixed.
To |
Press or slide |
Stop recording |
xZ |
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Start recording during playback |
z during playback (the unit becomes |
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in the recording mode) |
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Review the portion just recorded |
Push up mCUE/MREVIEW |
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toward MREVIEW during the |
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recording. Release the button at the |
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point to start playback. |
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Pause recording |
Slide >PAUSE in the direction of |
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the arrow. The REC/BATT (M- |
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535V/530V) or BATT (M-435P/430) |
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lamp goes off. |
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Take out a cassette |
xZ |
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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) (M-535V/530V only)
•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.
To monitor the sound
Connect an earphone (not supplied) to EAR jack. The monitor volume cannot be adjusted by VOL.
To prevent a cassette from being accidentally recorded over
Break out and remove the cassette tabs. To reuse the cassette for recording, cover the tab hole with adhesive tape.
Playing a Tape
EAR |
VOL |
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> PAUSE |
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n |
TAPE SPEED |
m CUE/ |
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REVIEW M |
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xZ |
1Insert a cassette with the side to start playing facing the lid.
2Select the tape speed to the same speed as that used for recording.
3Press n.
4Adjust the volume.
To |
Press or slide |
Stop playback/stop fast |
xZ |
forward or rewind* |
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Pause playback |
Slide >PAUSE in the direction of the arrow. |
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The REC/BATT (M-535V/530V) or BATT |
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(M-435P/430) lamp goes off. |
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Fast forward |
Slide mCUE/MREVIEW toward mCUE |
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during stop. |
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Rewind |
Slide mCUE/MREVIEW toward |
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MREVIEW during stop. |
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Search forward during |
Keep mCUE/MREVIEW pushed down |
playback (CUE) |
during playback and release it at the point |
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you want. |
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Search backward during |
Keep mCUE/MREVIEW pushed up |
playback (REVIEW) |
during playback and release it at the point |
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you want. |
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*If you leave the unit after the tape has been wound or rewound, the batteries will be consumed rapidly. Be sure to depress xZ.
Note
If the tape is completely wound or rewound while searching forward/ backward during playback (CUE/REVIE), the mCUE/MREVIEW 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.
If you plug in headphones (not supplied) to the EAR jack, you will get monaural output from both left and right channels.
At the end of the tape
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 set mCUE/ MREVIEW back to the center.
Dubbing onto another tape recorder
Connect another tape recorder to the EAR jack using the RKG64HG connecting cord (not supplied).
Set this unit to the playback mode and another tape recorder to the recording mode.
Precautions
On power
•Operate the unit only on 3 V DC.
For AC operation, use the AC adaptor recommended for the unit. Do not use any other type. For battery operation, use two R6 (size AA) batteries.
On the unit |
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•Use only the |
(standard microcassettes) with this |
unit. Non-standard cassettes cannot be used because their “L” dimension (see illustration) is different.
Standard |
Non-standard |
Only standard microcassettes |
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have a small indention of side A. |
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Approx. 5 mm |
Approx. 2.5 mm |
•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 springwound 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.
A cassette cannot be inserted.
tThe cassette is being inserted in the wrong way.
tn has been already pressed.
Playback cannot be made.
tThe tape has reached the end. Rewind the tape.
tThe batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new ones.
tThe head is contaminated.
Recording cannot be made.
tThere is no cassette in the cassette compartment.
tThe cassette tab has been removed.
tThe batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new ones.
tThe head is contaminated.
tImproper setting of the VOR switch (M-535V/530V only).
Recording is interrupted.
tThe VOR switch (M-535V/530V only) is set to H or L. When you do not use VOR, set it to OFF.
During CUE/REVIEW the tape stops or does not run. You cannot fast-forward or rewind.
tThe batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new ones.
The unit does not operate.
tThe batteries have been inserted with incorrect polarity.
tThe batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new ones.
t>PAUSE is slid in the direction of the arrow.
tThe AC power adaptor is connected to the unit only and you are going to use the unit on batteries.
No sound comes from the speaker.
tThe earphone is plugged in.
tThe volume is turned down completely.
The sound drops out or comes with excessive noise.
tThe volume is turned down completely.
tThe batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new ones.
tThe head is contaminated. See “Maintenance”.
Tape speed is too fast or too slow in the playback mode.
tImproper setting of the TAPE SPEED switch. Set it to the same speed as that used for recording.
Recording cannot be erased completely. t The head is contaminated.
Maintenance |
Head |
Capstan |
Pinch roller |
To clean the tape head and path
Press n 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. 3.6 cm (17⁄16 in.) dia.
Tape speed
2.4 cm/s (15⁄16 ips), 1.2 cm/s (15⁄32 ips)
Frequency range
300 - 4,000 Hz (with TAPE SPEED switch at 2.4 cm/s)
Output
Earphone jack (minijack) for 8 - 300 ohms earphone
Power output (at 10% harmonic distortion)
M-535V/530V |
250 mW |
M-435P/430 |
160 mW |
Power requirements
3 V DC batteries R6 (size AA) × 2/External DC 3V power sources
Dimensions (w/h/d)
Approx. 62.2 × 121.5 × 24.3 mm (21⁄2 × 47⁄8 × 31⁄32 in.) incl. projecting parts and controls
Mass
Approx. 125 g (4.5 oz)
Supplied accessories
Microcassette tape MC-30 (3) (M-535V for U.S.A., Canada and Europe only)
Microcassette tape MC-60 (6) (M-435P for U.S.A. only)
Batteries LR6 (SG) (2) (M-535V for Canada and Europe and M-435P for U.S.A. only)
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
This warranty is valid only in the United States.