Radio Shack 14-1117 User Manual

Portable Cassette Tape Recorder

14-1117

Powering the Recorder

Installing Batteries

1. Press down on the battery compartment cover and slide it in the direction of the arrows to remove it.

2. Insert four size C batteries as indicated by the polarity symbols marked inside.

3. Replace the cover.

Using AC or DC Power

You can power the recorder using a 6V, 300mA AC adapter or a 12V power source (such as your vehicle’s cigarette-lighter socket), and a size M Adaptaplug™ adapter (none supplied). Both are available at your local RadioShack store.

Caution: You must use a Class 2 power source that supplies 6V DC and

delivers 300mA. Its center tip must be set to negative and its plug must fit the recorder's DC 6V jack. Using an adapter that does not meet these specifications could damage the recorder or the adapter.

1. Set the adapter’s voltage switch to 6V.

2. Attach the Adaptaplug to the adapter’s

cord with the tip set to negative.

3. Insert the adapter’s barrel plug into the

recorder’s DC 6V jack. This disconnects the batteries.

4. Plug the other end of the adapter into a

standard AC outlet or a DC power source.

Step One

Loading a Cassette

1. Remove any slack from the cassette tape by turning one of the hubs with a pencil. The tape might become tangled in the record/playback mechanism if you do not remove excess slack.

2. Press STOP/EJECT to open the cassette compartment door.

3. Insert the tape with its open edge outward toward the controls, and the desired side facing up.

4. Close the door.

Step Three

Ô BATTERY NOTES Ô

• Dispose of old batteries pr om ptly and properly.

• Do not burn or bury batteri es.

• Use fresh batteries of the required size and recommended type.

• Do not mix ol d and new batte ri es, di ffe rent typ es of ba tte ries (st andar d, al kal ine , or rechargeable), or rechargeable batteries of di fferent capacities.

• If you do not plan to use the recorder for a month or more, remove the batteries. Batteries can leak chem ical s that can damage electronic parts.

Connecting Earphones

Use the supplied earphone for private listening. Insert the earphone’s plug into the recorder’s EAR jack. Connecting the e arphone auto matically disconnects the built-in speaker.

Listening Safely

• Set the volume to the lowest setting before you begin listening. After you begin listening, adjust the volume to a comfortable level.

• Do not listen at extremely high volume levels. Extended high -volume listening can lead to permanent hearing loss.

• Once you set the volume, do not increase it. Over time, your ears adapt to the volume level, so a volume level that does not cause discomfort might still damage your hearing.

Traffic Safety

• Do not wear earphones while operating a motor vehicle or riding a bicycle. This can create a traffic hazard and could be illegal in some areas.

• Even though some earphone s let you hear some ou tside sou nds when listening at normal volume levels, they still can present a traffic hazard.

Step Two

Recording

Using the Built-In Microphone

1. Load a cassette tape in the compartment.

2. Place the recorder as close as possible to the recording source (within 2-3 feet, if possible).

3. Press RECORD. Both PLAY and RECORD automatically remain pressed down, and the RECORD/BATT LED lights while recording.

4. Press PAUSE at any time to temporarily stop recording. To resume recording, press PAUSE again.

5. Press STOP/EJECT to stop recording.

Using an External Microphone

You can connect an external 1/8-inch plug to the recorder. Depending on the type of microphone you use, this is handy when you want to record only an individual’s voice or exclude other sounds in the surrounding area. Your local Radioshack store carries a wide variety of microphones.

Step Five

1. Load a cassette tape in the compartment.

2. Connect an external microphone.

If the external micropho ne has a 1/8- inch plu g, insert it into the recorder’s MIC jack.

If the external microphone has two plugs and an On/Off switch, this means you can remotely control the recorder

from your microphone. Insert the microphone’s 1/8-inch plug into the recorder’s MIC jack, and the smaller plug in to the REM jack.

3. Press RECORD. Both PLAY and RECORD automatically remain pressed down.

4. If you are using an external microphone with an On/Off switch, set the switch to ON.

5. Speak into the microphone.

6. Press STOP/EJECT to stop recording.

Playing a Cassette

1. Load a cassette tape in the compartment.

2. Rotate VOLU ME to MIN for low sound.

3. Press PLAY. The tape begins to play.

4. Adjust VOLUME to the desired listening level.

5. To stop playback before the tape reaches the end, press

STOP/EJECT. Otherwise, the tape will automatically stop playing

once it reaches the end.

6. Press STOP/EJECT again to open the cassette compartment door and remove the cassette.

Step Four

Cassette tape compartment

MIN-VOLUME-MAX — Adjust playback volume to the desired listening level.

DC 6V — Connect

an adapter and use AC or DC power.

MIC — Connect an external

microphone, if desired.

REM — Connect an external

microphone here if the microphone has remote control capability.

EAR — Connect the supplied

earphone here for private listening.

AUX — Connect an external audio

source so that you can record from it.

Limited 90- D ay Warranty

Specifications

Recommended Tapes

Tape quality greatly affects the quality of the recording. We recommend extended-range or low noise Type 1 regular length (60 or 90 minute) normal-bias cassette tapes. We do not recommend long-play cassette tapes such as C-120s because they are thin and easily tangle.

Preventing Accidental Erasure

Cassette tapes have two erase-protection tabs — one for each side. When a tab is in place, you can record on that side. To prevent erasure of a recordin g, use a screwdrive r to remo ve one or both of the era se-protection tabs. This p revents RECORD from being pressed. If you later decide to record on a side after you have removed the erase-protection tab, place a piece of strong plastic tape over that side’s er ase-protection hole . Cover only the hole originally covered by the erase-protection tab. Removing the erase-protection tabs does not prevent a bulk eraser from erasing a cassette tape.

Erase-Protec tion Tabs

Keep the recorder dry; if it gets wet, wipe it dry immediately. Use and store the recorder only in room temperature environments. Handle the recorder carefully; do not drop it. Keep the recorder away from dust and dirt, and wipe it with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new.

If your recorder is not performing as it should, take it to your local RadioShack store for assistance. To locate your nearest RadioShack, use the store locator feature on RadioShack's website (www.radioshack.com), or call 1-800-Th e Shack (843-7422) and follow the menu opti ons.

Modifying or tampering with the recorder's internal components can cause a malfunction an d might invalidate its warranty.

Cassette Player

Track System ............................................................. 2-Track Monaural

Tape Speed ......................................................................... 4.76 cm/sec

Recording System .......................................... Magnetic Erase, AC Bias

Frequency Response ........................................... 125 to 6.3 kHZ ±6 dB

Signal to Noise Ratio ............................... ..... .... ..... ........................ 55 dB

Wow and Flutter .......................................................................... 0.20

General

Power Requirements .................................. DC 6V, Four (4) C Batteries,

AC Adapter, DC Adapter

Dimensions (HWD)..................................... 1 3/4 x 5 11/16x 9 5/8 Inches

45 x 145 x 245 mm

Weight (without batteries) ......................................... 1 lb 12 oz. (794 g)

Tape Tips

This product is warranted by Radio Shack against manuf actur ing defec ts in material and work mans hip under norm al use for nintey (90) days from the date of purchase from RadioShack company -owned st ores and aut horized Radi oSha ck franchi sees and dealers. EXCE PT AS PRO VIDED HE REIN, RadioShack MAKES NO EXP RESS WARRANTIES AND ANY IMPL IE D WARRA NTIES, INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THE WRITTEN LIMITED W ARRANTIES CONTAINED HEREIN. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED HEREIN, RadioShack SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY OR RESPONSIBILITY TO CUST OMER OR ANY OTHER PERSON OR ENTITY WITH RESPECT TO ANY LIABILITY, LOSS OR DAMAGE CAUSED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY BY USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING OUT OF ANY BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF TIME, DATA, PROPERTY, REVENUE, OR PROFIT OR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, EVEN IF RadioShack HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. Some states do not allow limitations on how l ong an implied warranty lasts or the exclus io n or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. In the event of a product defect during the warr anty period, take the product and the RadioShack sales receipt as proof of purchase date to any RadioShack store. RadioShack will, at its option, unless otherwise provided by law: (a) correct the defect by product repair without charge for parts and labor; (b) replace the product wit h one of the same or similar design; or (c) refund the purchase price. All replaced parts and products, and products on which a refund is made, become the property of RadioShack. New or reconditioned parts and p roducts may be used in the per for m ance of warranty service. Repaired or replaced parts and product s are warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period. You will be charged for repair or replacement of the product ma de aft er the expiration of the warranty period. This warranty does not cover: (a) dama ge or failure caused by or attributable to acts of God, abuse, accident, misuse, improper or abnormal usage, failure to follow inst ructions, improper installation or maintenance, alterati on, lightning or other incidence of excess voltage or current ; (b) any repairs other than those provided by a RadioShack Authorized Service Facility; (c) consumables such as fuses or batteries; (d) cosmetic damage; (e) transportation, shipping or insurance costs; or (f) costs of product rem oval , i nst al l at i on, set-up service adjustment or reinstallation.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from sta te to st ate

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Care

Restoring Tension and Sound Quality

After playing a cassette tape several times, the tape might become tightly wound on the reels, causing playback sound quality to deteriorate. To restore the sound quality, fast-forward the tape from the beginning to the end of one side, then completely rewind it. Loosen the tape reels by gently tapping each edge of the cassette on a flat surface. Be careful not to damage the cassette when tapping it. Do not touch the exposed tape or allow any sharp objects near the cassette.

Erasing Recordings

To record over a cassette tape, simply record as usual. The cassette deck records over the previous recording.

To erase a cassette tape, insert the supplied erasing plug into the

MIC jack and press RECORD. The recorder records silence until

the tape reaches the end or you press

STOP/EJECT.

To avoid accidentally recording sound, be sure to disconnect any external audio source from the recorder’s AUX jack while using the erasing plug.

What’s Included

• Tape Recorder with Cassette Player

• Earphone

• Built-in Microphone

•Erasing Plug

• Owner’s Manual

Dirt, dust, or particles can accumulate on th e tape heads and other parts that the tap e touches. This can greatly reduce the performance of the cassette player. After every 20 hours of tape player operation, clean the tape parts or use a RadioShack cassette deck cleaning kit.

1. Remove the batteries and disconnect any other power source.

2. Open the cassette compa rt me nt doo r and press

PLAY to expose the tape parts.

3. Use a cotton swab dipped in dena tur e d alcohol or tape head cleaning solution to clean the tape guides, record/play head, erase head, pinch roller, and capstan.

4. When you are finished, press STOP/EJECT and close the cassette compartment door. Then reconnect power.

Tape Cleaning

Step Six

Recording from an External Audio Source

You can record dir ectly from an exte rnal au dio source, such as a radio, tape deck, or CD player, using a suitable mono patch cord with a 1/8-inch plug (available at RadioShack).

1. Before connecting an external audio source to the recorder, make sure volume on the source and recorder are set to minimum.

2. Load a cassette tape in the compartment.

3. If you connected an extern al mi crophone, disconnect it.

4. Connect one end of your patch cord to your exter nal audio source, and then connect the other end to the AUX jack.

5. Turn on the audio source and adjust its volume to a comfortable listening level.

6. Press RECORD to begin recording. Both

PLAY and RECORD automatically remain

pressed down while recording.

7. Press STOP/EJECT to stop recording.

Most material on compact discs and prerecorded tapes is copyrighted. Unauthorized duplication of copyrighted material is a violation of the copyright laws of most countries and such duplication may result in fines and/or imprisonment. Please note that in the United States, it is not a violation of the U.S. copyright laws for a consumer to use an audio recording device to duplicate musical recordings for noncommercial (personal) use.

Notes

• Connecting an adapter disco nne cts the in ter n al batte ri e s.

• To see if batteries need to be replaced, press PLAY, REWIND, or

FAST-F . If the RECORD/BATT LED lights steadily, replace the

batteries.

• Press PAUSE at any time to stop tape playback. To resume playback, press PAUSE again.

• Press

REWIND or FAST-F to rapidly wind the tape backward or

forward. To resume play, press STOP/EJECT, and then press PLAY.

• Before loading a cassette tape for re cording , be sure the cassette’ s erase-protection tabs are in place.

• The recorder’s Automatic Level Control circuit automatically adjusts the recording level.

VOLUME has no effect on recording.

• Connecting an external microphone automatically disconnects the built-in microphone.

• To temporarily stop recording, press PAUSE, or set the microphone to OFF. To resume recording, press PAUSE again or set the microphone to ON.

• During recording, the recorder’s speaker is muted. If you want to

monitor recording, use the supplied earphone.