Sanyo TRC-540M User Manual
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
TRC-540M
Micro Cassette Recorder
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operating this product.
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1AD6P1P1672-B
TRC-540M, Issue Number 1
Printed in China
ENGLISH
ESPAÑOL
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CONTROLS (Fig. 1)
OPR/BATT
REC
m
Y
PLA
b
STOP/EJECT
n/q
1. Earphone jack (EAR)
2. Volume control (–VOL+)
3. Operation/Battery indicator (OPR/BATT)
4. Built-in microphone (MIC)
5. Pause switch (PAUSE a)
6. Record button (m REC)
7. Play button (b PLAY)
8. Fast forward/Cue and Rewind/Review switch
(FFW/CUE | REW/REV)
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Fig. 1
9. Stop/Eject button (n/q STOP/EJECT)
10. Tape speed switch (SPEED)
11. Battery compartment (back panel)
12. External DC 3V jack (EXT DC 3V) (left side)
13. Record mode switch (REC MODE) (left side)
14. Cassette compartment
POWER SUPPLY
AC adaptor
Connect the optional AC adaptor (Sanyo Model No. 3CV120US) to the EXT DC 3V jack (Fig. 2). (The batteries are
automatically disconnected.)
• The center pin of the EXT DC 3V jack is positive (+).
AC 120V, 60 Hz
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EXT DC3V
Fig. 2
2
Battery
Install two “AA” batteries (not supplied) as shown in Fig. 3.
Observe proper polarity.
Fig. 3
• If you are not going to use the unit with batteries for one
month or more, remove the batteries.
Battery replacement
When the OPR/BATT indicator does not light during operation or is lit dimly, replace the batteries.
• When replacing the batteries, use two new batteries of
the same type. Do not mix a used battery with a new
one or mix different types of batteries.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
SPENT OR DISCHARGED BATTERIES MUST BE RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF PROPERLY IN COMPLIANCE WITH ALL APPLICABLE LAWS.
FOR DETAILED INFORMATION, CONTACT YOUR LOCAL COUNTY SOLID WASTE AUTHORITY.
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CONNECTIONS
Earphone
Connect an earphone (not supplied) to the EAR jack for
private listening. (The speaker is automatically
disconnected.)
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RECORDING (Fig. 4)
Fig. 4
1. Press the STOP/EJECT button. The cassette holder
opens.
2. Load a microcassette as shown in Fig. 5.
REC
m
OPR/BATT
Y
PLA
b
STOP/EJECT
n/q
Fig. 5
5
3. Set the SPEED switch to 2.4 or 1.2.
2.4 cm: Compatible with most single-speed
microcassette recorders.
1.2 cm: For longer recordings; approximately 2 hours of
recording time (total for both sides of a 60-minute
cassette; MC-60).
• Do not change tape speed during recording.
4. Set the REC MODE switch to DICT (Dictation) or CONF
(Conference).
NOTE: This switch does not affect playback.
Fig. 6
5. Press the REC button. (The PLAY button is engaged
simultaneously.)
6. Press the STOP/EJECT button to stop recording. Press
it again to eject the microcassette.
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Automatic stop system
When the end of the tape is reached during recording or
playing back, the tape stops automatically and the buttons
are released. This system does not work in fast forward or
rewind operation. Be sure to press STOP/EJECT button when
the end of the tape has been reached.
Example (When using MC-60 tape):
Press the STOP/EJECT button after approximately 2 minutes have elapsed under fast forward or rewind operation.
Fast forwarding or rewinding
In the stop mode, slide and lock the FFW/CUE | REW/REV
switch: down for fast forward, up for rewind.
Press the STOP/EJECT button when the desired point or
end of the tape is reached.
Temporarily stopping operation
Slide the P AUSE switch up in recording or playing back. Slide
it down to resume operation.
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Quick reviewing and recording
While recording, slide the FFW/CUE | REW/REV switch up
and hold it (the REC button is released) until the tape has
rewound to the desired point. Release the FFW/CUE | REW/
REV switch to play back your recording. Press the REC
button to resume recording.
Safeguards against accidental erasure (Fig. 7)
To protect side A, break out tab (1). To protect side B, break
out tab (2).
• To erase or record a protected cassette, cover the tab
openings with adhesive tape (3).
NOTE: The REC button cannot be depressed when using a
protected cassette.
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Fig. 7
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PLAYBACK (Fig. 8)
REC
m
OPR/BATT
Y
PLA
b
STOP/EJECT
n/q
Fig. 8
1. Load the microcassette as shown in Fig. 5.
2. Set the SPEED switch to 2.4 or 1.2 to correspond with
the recorded tape speed.
3. Press the PLAY button and adjust the –VOL+ control.
4. Press the STOP/EJECT button to stop playback.
Cue and reviewing
While playback, slide the FFW/CUE | REW/REV switch down
or up and hold it. Release the button when the desired point
is reached. Playback continues.
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MAINTENANCE
To ensure continued high performance, use cotton swab (1)
moistened with head cleaner to clean the heads (2, 3), pinch
roller (4) and capstan (5) after about every 10 hours of use
(Fig. 9).
Fig. 9
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For USA
SANYO SERVICE PLUS
LIMITED WARRANTY
DICTATION PRODUCTS ONLY
OBLIGATIONS
In order to obtain factory warranty service for Sanyo Dictation Products, call the toll-free number below. The unit must
be packed in the original carton or a well-padded sturdy carton in order to avoid shipping damage.
Note: Do not return this unit to the retail store for service.
To obtain Service Plus Warranty service, product operation information or for problem resolution, call
Toll Free 1-877-999-1840
Weekdays 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Pacific Time
THIS WARRANTY IS VALID ONLY ON SANYO DICTATION
PRODUCTS PURCHASED AND USED IN THE UNITED
STATES OF AMERICA, EXCLUDING ALL U.S. TERRITORIES AND PROTECTORATES. THIS WARRANTY APPLIES
ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL RETAIL USER, AND DOES NOT
APPLY TO PRODUCTS USED FOR ANY INDUSTRIAL,
PROFESSIONAL, OR COMMERCIAL PURPOSE. THE
ORIGINAL DATED BILL OF SALE OR SALES SLIP MUST
BE SUBMITTED AT THE TIME WARRANTY SERVICE IS
REQUESTED.
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Subject to the OBLIGA TIONS above and EXCLUSIONS below,
SANYO FISHER COMPANY (SFC) warrants this SANYO
Dictation product against defects in materials and workmanship
for the periods of LABOR and PARTS specified below. SFC
will, at its option, within two business days after its receipt of
any dictation product that fails to conform to this warranty at
SFC’s designated facility, either (a) repair such product or
any of its parts which fail to conform to this warranty or (b)
ship a replacement product. The warranty period commences
on the date the product was first purchased at retail.
LABOR PARTS
1 YEAR 1 YEAR
EXCLUSIONS
This warranty does not cover (A) the adjustment of customeroperated controls as explained in the appropriate model’s
instruction manual, or (B) the repair of any product, whose
serial number has been altered, defaced or removed. This
warranty shall not apply to the cabinet or cosmetic parts,
knobs or routine maintenance.
This warranty does not apply to repairs or replacements necessitated by any cause beyond the control of SFC including,
but not limited to, any malfunction, defect, or failure caused
by or resulting from unauthorized service or parts, improper
maintenance, operation contrary to furnished instructions,
shipping or transit accidents, modification or repair by the
user, abuse, misuse, neglect, accident, incorrect line voltage,
fire, flood, or other Acts of God, or normal wear and tear.
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The foregoing is in lieu of all other expressed warranties
and SFC does not assume or authorize any party to assume
for it any other obligation or liability.
THE DURATION OF ANY WARRANTIES WHICH MAY BE
IMPLIED BY LAW (INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANT ABILITY AND FITNESS) IS LIMITED TO THE TERM
OF THIS WARRANTY. IN NO EVENT SHALL SFC BE LIABLE FOR SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES ARISING FROM OWNERSHIP OR USE OF THIS
PRODUCT, OR FOR ANY DELAY IN THE PERFORMANCE
OF ITS OBLIGATIONS UNDER THIS WARRANTY DUE TO
CAUSES BEYOND ITS CONTROL. SOME ST A TES DO NOT
ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS AND/OR DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION
OR LIMIT A TION OF CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE
ABOVE LIMITATIONS AND EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC
LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH
VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
S/D R2
For your protection in the event of theft or loss of this product,
please fill in the information below for your own personal
records.
Model No.
Serial No.
(Located on back or bottom side of unit)
Date of Purchase
Purchase Price
Where Purchased
21605 Plummer Street
Chatsworth, CA 91311
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