Table of contents
Important security notice ..................................................... 2-3
Introduction .............................................................................. 4
Controls and connections ................................................... 5-9
Battery operation ................................................................... 10
Using the AC adaptor / Charging the batteries .................. 11
Setting the clock time ........................................................... 12
Setting the date ..................................................................... 13
Recording from an external device ..................................... 14
Recording with timer record ........................................... 15-16
Record using voice reminder mode ................................... 17
VAR function (Voice Activated Recorder) .......................... 18
Recording a telephone call ................................... 19-20
Recording with voice activated recorder with timer ....... 21
Advanced recording setup .................................... 22-23
Playback instructions .............................................. 24
Timer play function ............................................. 25-26
Playback repeating modes / SD card operation ...... 27-28
Advanced setting ................................................ 29-31
Specifications ......................................................... 32
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Important safety instructions
1. Read and understand all safety and operating instructions before the
recorder is operated.
2. Retain instruction: The safety and operating instructions should be
retained for further reference.
3. Heed warnings. All warnings on the appliance and operating
instructions should be followed.
4. Follow all operations and use instructions.
5. Water and moisture: The appliance should not be used near water.
Do not use near a bathtub, washbowl, laundry tub, kitchen sink,
wet basement, swimming pool, etc.
6. Unplug the recorder from the AC power outlet before cleaning.
Use only a damp cloth for cleaning the exterior of the recorder.
7. Do not place the recorder on an unstable cart, stand, bracket or table.
The recorder may fall, causing serious personal injury and damage to
the recorder.
8. Ventilation: This recorder should be situated so that its location or
position does not interfere with its proper ventilation. For example,
the recorder should not be used on a bed, sofa, rug or other soft
surfaces that may block the ventilation openings. It should not be
placed in a built-in situation like a cabinet that may reduce air flow
through the ventilation openings.
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9. Power sources: The recorder should be operated only from the type
of power source indicated on the marking label. If you are not sure of
the type power supply to your home, consult your recorder dealer or
power company.
10. Mains adaptor: The mains adaptor should be positioned so it is not
walked on, pinched, or items placed on top of it. Pay particular
attention to wires at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the unit. Unplug the mains adaptor by gripping
the adaptor, not the wire. Operate the recorder using only the
current type of power source indicated.
11. Do not overload wall outlets or extension cords. This can result in a
risk of fire or electric shock. Never insert objects of any kind into the
recorder through opening. The objects may touch dangerous voltage
points or short out parts. This could cause a fire or electric shock.
12. If the recorder is left unattended or unused for long periods of time,
unplug it from the wall outlet. This will prevent damage caused by
lightning or power line surges.
13. If the recorder is left unattended or used for long periods of time,
remove the batteries. The batteries may leak and damage furniture
or your recorder.
14. Do not attempt to service the recorder yourself. Removing the cover
may expose you to dangerous voltage, and will void the warranty.
Refer all servicing to authorized service personnel.
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15. Never push liquids or objects of any kind into this recorder through
opening as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out
parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of
any kind on the recorder.
16. The appliance should be serviced by qualified personnel when:
A:
The mains adaptor or the plug has been damaged.
B:
Objects have fallen or liquid had been spilled into the recorder.
C:
The recorder has been exposed to rain or water.
D:
The recorder does not appear to operate normally or exhibits a
marked change in performance.
E:
The recorder has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
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Introduction
The Sangean DAR-101 Digital MP3 recorder provides the following
range of features:
High specification digital voice activation recorder
Supports MP3 and WMA media with SD card
(up to 32GB compatible) or USB 2.0 interface
Built –in 2 higher sensitivity internal microphones with dual AGC
(automatic gain control)
Recording sources from internal / external microphone,
telephone & line in
Telephone record by hook on / off control to record your phone call
automatically once a call is connected
External stereo microphone applicable for capturing stereo
audio sound
Large STN LCD display with adjustable backlight
SPDIF digital output & Remote Switch connection provided
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File browsing management and convenient rotary dial menu
3 recording density: 64k / 128k / 192k bps
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Controls and connections
19.
Alkaline/NiMH/NiCad rechargeable battery switch
20.
SD card slot
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USB socket21.
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Controls and connections
23.
AC in
24.
Digital out
25.
Line in
26.
Remote
27.
28.
29.
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Line out
Phone in
Phone in
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Controls and connections
30.
Volume control
31.
Recording level control / Balance control
32.
Mic in right
33.
Mic in left
34.
Telephone / recorder / reminder mode switch
35.
Telephone / recorder / reminder mode switch
36.
Headphone jack
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