
SC9911
3 Band Stereo Radio Cassette
Recorder
Please read this manual before use
ROBERTS
Sound for Generations
540
150
600
180160 200
800
220 240
100 0
260
1200 1600
kHz
kHz
MW
LW
FM
88 94 96 100 104 106 108
MHz
88-108MHz
540-1600 kHz
150-26 0 kHz
3 Ba nd S tere o Ra dio C ass ette Re co rder
SC 9911
PROVIDED BY

Controls
1. Headphone socket
2. Volume control
3. Telescopic aerial
4. Deep bass boost switch
5. Microphone
11.Play button
12. Rewind button
13. Fast forward button
14. Stop/eject button
15. Pause button
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6. Mono/Stereo & beat cut switch
7. Function switch
8. Waveband switch
9. Tuning control
10. Record button
On
Off
Mic
Functi on
adio
Tape
Off
LW MW FM
Play
RewindF.Forward Record
Stop/Eject
MStereo
Tun ing
Phones
Volume
MMode
StereoMod e
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FM
88 94 96 100 104 106 108
MHz
8-108MHz
540
150
600
180160 200
800
220 240
1000
260
1200 1600
KHz
KHz
MW
LW
40- 1600 kHz
150-2 60 kHz
BandStereoRadio Casset teRecorder
SC 9911
PROVIDED BY
Controls
16. External mic socket (on rear)
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(on rear)
(Front)

Battery operation
.
1. Remove the Battery cover on the rear of the unit by pushing the
catches in the direction of the arrow.
2. Insert four LR14 (C size) batteries into the remaining spaces in the
battery compartment. Take care to ensure all batteries are inserted
with the correct polarity as shown inside the battery compartment.
Replace the battery cover.
3. Reduced power, distortion, and a ‘stuttering’ sound are all signs that
the batteries may need replacing.
4. If your radio cassette is not to be used for any extended period of time
it is recommended that the batteries are removed from the radio.
We would recommend for economy, that the SC9911 is used on the
mains whenever possible with battery operation for occasional or
stand-by use only.
ON
Mains operation
1. Place your radio cassette on a flat surface.
2. Plug the mains lead into the Mains socket located on the rear of your
radio cassette ensuring that the plug is pushed fully into the socket.
3. Plug the other end into a wall socket and switch on. The batteries will
be automatically disconnected.
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Listening to the radio
FM operation
1. Set the Function switch to the 'Radio' position.
2. Select 'FM' using the Waveband switch.
3. Adjust the Volume control until a hissing sound is heard.
4. The Telescopic aerial which is only operational on FM, should be fully
extended.
5. Carefully tune to the desired station using the Tuning control.
6. Angle and rotate the Telescopic aerial to a position giving the best
reception. A knuckle joint at the base of the aerial allows this movement
and an angle of 45 degrees will usually be satisfactory. The FM band
is marked in Megahertz (MHz).
7. To receive stereo broadcasts set the Mono/Stereo to the 'Stereo'
position the Stereo indicator will light up. If the station being received
is weak some hiss may be audible, to reduce the hiss set the Mono/
Stereo switch to the 'Mono' position to return to mono operation.
8. Adjust the Deep bass boost switch to the required position.
10. To switch off the radio set the Function switch to the 'Tape Off '
position.
FM Mode
Stereo
Mono
Function
Radio
Tape
Off
LW M W FM
Waveband
Vol ume
Tunin
4
Function
Radio
Tape
Off
FM
88 94 96 100 104 106 108
MHz
88-108MHz
540
150
600
180160 200
800
220 240
1000
260
1200 1600
KHz
KHz
MW
LW
540-1600kHz
150-26 0kHz
3Band StereoRadio Cassette Recorder
SC9 911
PROVIDED BY
On
Off

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Medium and long wave operation
1. Set the Function switch to the 'Radio' position.
2. Select 'MW' or 'LW' using the Waveband switch.
3. Adjust the Volume control until a hissing sound is heard.
4. Carefully tune to the desired station using the Tuning control.
5. Rotate your radio cassette for optimum reception.
6. The MW and LW bands are marked in kilohertz (kHz).
7. Adjust the Deep bass boost switch to the required position.
8. To switch off the radio set the Function switch to the 'Tape Off'
position.
Function
Radio
Tape
Off
LW M W F M
Vol ume
Tunin
Function
Radio
Tape
Off
FM
88 94 96 100 104 106 108
MHz
88-108MHz
540
150
600
180160 200
800
220 240
1000
260
1200 1600
KHz
KHz
MW
LW
540-16 00kH z
150-260kHz
3BandStereoRadioCassetteRecorder
SC9 911
PROVIDED BY
On
Off

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Listening to cassette tapes
1. Set the Function switch to the 'Tape' position.
2. Press the Stop eject button to open the Cassette compartment .
3. Insert a pre-recorded cassette with the tape surface uppermost and the
side with the desired recording facing towards you.
4. Close the Cassette compartment.
5. Depress the Play button and adjust the Volume control to suit your
personal taste.
6. Adjust the Deep bass boost switch to the required position.
7. Use the Fast forward or Rewind buttons to locate a specific part of
the tape.
8. To stop the tape and switch off your radio cassette press the Stop/
Eject button.
Play
RewindF. F orw ar d
Record
Stop/Eje ct
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Function
Radio
Tape
Off
Play
RewindF. F orw ar d
Record
Stop/Eje ct
Vol ume
Play
RewindF. F orw ar d
Record
Stop/Eje ct
On
Off

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Recording from the Radio
1. Set the Function switch to the 'Radio' position.
2. Tune in to the desired station.
3. Adjust the Volume control to suit your requirements.
4. Insert a blank cassette with the tape surface uppermost.
5. Depress the Record button to commence recording.
6. The recording level is set automatically and is not affected by the
setting of the Volume control.
7. To stop the recording press the Stop/Eject button.
8. When recording from the MW or LW bands a whistle may occur. To
remove the whistle slide the Mono/Stereo & beat cut switch to the
position giving best reception..
Play
RewindF. F orw ar d
Record
Stop/Eje ct
Function
Radio
Tape
Off
Vol ume
Tunin
Play
RewindF. F orw ar d
Record
Stop/Eje ct

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Recording from the Internal Microphone
1. Set the Function switch to the 'Tape' position.
2. Insert a blank cassette with the tape surface uppermost.
3. Press the Record button to commence recording.
Note : to reduce background noise it is important to speak as close as
possible to the Internal microphone .
Mic
8
Function
Radio
Tape
Off
Recording using an External Microphone
A 3.5mm socket (25) located on the rear of your radio cassette is provided
for use with external microphones. Inserting a plug into this socket will
automatically mute the internal microphone.
Play
RewindF. F orw ar d
Record
Stop/Eje ct

Headphones socket
A 3.5mm Headphone Socket located on the top of you radio cassette is
provided for use with either headphones or an earpiece. Inserting a plug into
the socket automatically mutes the internal loudspeaker.
Preventing accidental erasure
To safeguard your recordings against accidental erasure, break off the
appropriate tab on the cassette as shown . There is one tab for each side
of the cassette. This will prevent the Record button from being pressed. To
restore the cassette to normal, seal the tab openings with a small piece of
self-adhesive tape.
A
Safety tab side A Safety tab side B
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On
Off
Mic
Function
Radio
Tape
Off
LW MW FM
FMStereo
Tuning
Phones
Volume
FM Mode
StereoMono
Play
RewindF.F orw ard Re co rd
Stop/Eject

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Cleaning the Heads
The binder and oxide from magnetic tapes can accumulate on the pinch
roller (A) the capstan shaft (B) and also the heads (C and D). This will impair
the sound quality.
To clean these parts proceed as follows:-
1. Turn off the power to the unit.
2. Press the Stop/Eject button (3).
3. Press the Play button (6) and the heads will be clearly seen.
4. Clean the surfaces (A, B, C, D) with a lint free rag or cotton swab soaked
in alcohol. Press the stop/eject button as soon as cleaning is over.
A
B
C

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The wire coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal marked N or
coloured BLACK.
The wire coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal marked L or
coloured RED.
General
Do not allow this unit to be exposed to water or steam. It is recommended
that the FM band be used wherever possible as better results in terms of
quality and freedom from interference will usually be obtained than on the
MW or LW bands.
Mains supply
The SC9911 will operate from a supply of AC 230 volts, 50Hz only.
DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted
is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short
to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved
extension lead or adaptor. If in doubt consult your dealer.
If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off, remove the fuse and dispose of the
plug immediately, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection
to the mains supply.
If this product is not supplied with a mains plug, or one has to be fitted, then
follow the instructions given below:
IMPORTANT. DO NOT make any connection to the larger terminal which
is marked with the letter E or by the safety earth symbol or coloured
Green or Green-and-yellow.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following
codes :-
BLUE - NEUTRAL BROWN - LIVE
E
L
N
3amp
Brown
Blue
(Live)
Neutral)
(Earth)
Cord
Fuse
When replacing the fuse only a 3A ASTA approved to BS1362 type should
be used and be sure to re-fit the fuse cover.
IF IN DOUBT - CONSULT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
Replacement fuse holders are available from Roberts Radio Technical
Services Department at the address shown on the rear of this manual.

The Company reserves the right to amend the specification without notice.
Specifications
Power Requirements
Mains: AC 230 volts, 50Hz only
Batteries: Radio/Cassette 4 x LR14 (C size)
Frequency Coverage
FM 87.5 - 108MHz
MW 525 - 1610kHz
LW 150 - 260kHz
Circuit Features
Loudspeakers 2 x 75mm diameter
Output power 2 x 700mW
Aerial System FM Wire Aerial
MW Built-in Ferrite aerial
LW Built-in Ferrite aerial
ROBERTS RADIO LIMITED
PO BOX 130
MEXBOROUGH
SOUTH YORKSHIRE
S64 8YT
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Guarantee
This instrument is guaranteed for twelve months from the date of delivery to the original owner against failure due to faulty workmanship or component
breakdown, subject to the procedure stated below. Should any component or part fail during this guarantee period it will be repaired or replaced free of
charge.
The guarantee does not cover:
1. Damage resulting from incorrect use.
2. Consequential damage.
3. Receivers with removed or defaced serial numbers.
Procedure:
Any claim under this guarantee should be made through the dealer from whom the instrument was purchased. It is likely that your Roberts' dealer will
be able to attend to any defect quickly and efficiently, but should it be necessary the dealer will return the instrument to the company’s service department
for attention. In the event that it is not possible to return the instrument to the Roberts' dealer from whom it was purchased, please contact Roberts Radio
Technical Services department at the address shown on the rear of this manual before taking further action.
These statements do not affect the statutory rights of a consumer.

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Notes

ROBERTS RADIO TECHNICAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT
97-99 Worton Road
Isleworth Middlesex
TW7 6EG
Technical Helpline:- 020 8758 0338 (Mon-Fri)
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