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SRC955
3 Band Mains Battery
Stereo Radio Cassette Recorder
Please read this manual before use
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9. Built in microphone
10. Cassette compartment
5. Fast forward button
6. Rewind button
7. Play button
8. Record button
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19. Battery compartment (on rear)
1611 12 13 14 17 1815 19
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Fuse
This apparatus must be protected by a 3A fuse (BS1362) in a 13A plug
(BS1363). If another type of plug is used a 5A fuse should be fitted in the plug,
adaptor or distribution board.
IF IN DOUBT - CONSULT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
Batteries
Remove the battery cover (19) on the rear of the unit by pushing the catches
in the direction of the arrows. Insert four IEC size LR20 batteries (D size) into
the compartment. Take care to ensure all batteries are inserted with the
correct polarity as shown inside the battery compartment. Replace the
battery cover.
Reduced power, distortion, and a 'stuttering' sound are all signs that the
batteries may need replacing.
We would recommend for economy, that the SRC955 is used on the
mains whenever possible with battery operation for occasional or
stand-by use only.
Automatic Mains/Battery switching
To change from battery to mains operation, simply plug the mains lead into
the mains input socket (11) on the rear of the unit. The batteries will be
automatically disconnected. It does not matter which way round the plug is
inserted but make sure it is fully pushed home. The other end should be
plugged into a domestic supply socket.
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Recording from the Radio
Set the Function switch (16) to the 'Radio' position. Tune in to the desired
station. Adjust the volume control (17) to suit your requirements. Insert a
blank cassette with the tape surface uppermost. Depress the record button
(8) to commence recording. The recording level is set automatically and is
not affected by the setting of the volume control. When recording from the
MW or LW bands a whistle may occur. To remove the whistle slide the beat
cut switch (15) on the rear of the SRC955 to the position giving best
reception..
Recording from the Internal Microphone
Set the function switch (16) to the 'Tape/Radio off' position. Insert a blank
cassette with the tape surface uppermost. Press the record button (8) to
commence recording.
Note : To reduce background noise it is important to speak as close as
possible to the internal microphone (9).
Caution
If the record button will not depress, do not force it. It is probably because the
cassette tabs have been broken to prevent accidental erasure of an existing
recording. (see preventing accidental erasure)
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A
B
C
D
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 (4).
3. Press the PLAY button (7), 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.
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Circuit Features
Loudspeakers 2 x 87.5mm
Output Power Mains 2 x 1.0 watt RMS
Battery 2 x 0.6 watt RMS
Headphone socket 3.5mm dia
Aerial System FM Telescopic aerial
MW Built-in Ferrite aerial
LW Built-in Ferrite aerial
Imported by:-
PO BOX 130
MEXBOROUGH
SOUTH YORKSHIRE
S64 8YT
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