Sony BM-845 User Manual

3-859-341-11(1)

Microcassette Dictator/Transcriber

Operating Instructions

BM-845D

 1996 by Sony Corporation

BM-845

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WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

CAUTION

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

On power sources

• Operate the unit only on 9 V DC.

• For AC operation, use the AC power adaptor supplied with this unit. Do not use any other AC power adaptor as it may cause malfunction.

• Unplug the AC power adaptor from the wall outlet when it will not be used of an extended period of time. To disconnect the adaptor, pull it out by grasping the adaptor. Never pull it by the cord.

• The AC power adaptor which has been supplied becomes hot if it is connected to an AC outlet for a long period of time. But, this will not cause any trouble.

On placement

• Do not install the unit in a location near heat sources, such as radiators or airducts, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibration, or shock.

• Allow adequate air circulation to prevent internal heat build-up. Do not place the unit near materials (curtains, draperies) that may block the ventilation holes.

If you have any question or problem concerning your unit that is not covered in this manual, please consult the Sony dealer from whom you purchased the unit.

Table of Contents

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. BM-845 Serial No.

Precautions

On safety

• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the unit, unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

Introduction

About This Manual ......................................... 3

Features ............................................................ 3

Operation Flow Chart .................................... 4

Setting Up

Power Connection ........................................... 6

Setting Up the Unit ......................................... 6

Operations

Dictation ........................................................... 8

Transcription.................................................... 12

Erasing .............................................................. 15

Example of Dictation and Transcription ..... 16

Additional Information

Troubleshooting Guide .................................. 17

Alarm System .................................................. 17

Specifications ................................................... 18

Maintenance..................................................... 18

Location and Function of Controls ............... 19

Introduction

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About This Manual

Features

The instructions in this manual are for the BM845D. The main unit is the BM-845. You can use the BM-845D as a dictator since the BM-845D is supplied with accessories for dictating. You can also use the BM-845D as a transcriber if you buy the accessories for transcribing such as the foot control unit (not supplied).

As a dictator

• The hand control unit remotely controls the BM-

845.

• The electronic indexing function signal—“LTR” (end of letter) signal—can be recorded on a tape during dictating, listening or in the stop mode.

• The REC/ERASE lamp for checking that the recording or erasing is done.

• Alarm sound and indication on the display window informs recording error.

• With the use of the DE-45 or MDR-U10M earphones (not supplied), you can monitor the sound with the desired sound level during recording.

Dictation

Hand control unit

BM-845

As a transcriber

• The foot control unit (not supplied) allows you to move the tape without using your hands.

• Auto-stop function quickly accesses instructions and documents.

• Auto backspace function with the REVERSE TIME control makes transcribing easy by enabling the reviewing of the last recorded words each time listening is resumed.

• Two tape speeds (2.4 cm/sec. and 1.2 cm/sec.) can be selected according to the user’s needs.

• Rapid erasing function with ERASE and REW buttons.

• The index signals which were recorded using a Sony Professional Dictating Machine are used in the AUTO STOP mode.

Transcription

BM-845

Foot control unit

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Introduction

Operation Flow Chart

For details, refer to the pages in ( ).

: Necessary step : Optional step

Dictation

Connect the AC power adaptor to the unit and to an AC outlet (6).

Connect the hand control unit (6).

Set POWER to ON.

Insert a cassette (7).

Set TAPE SPEED.

Press RESET to set the digital counter to zero.

Set the function selector of the hand control unit to DICT. Speak into the microphone.

Quick review playback and correct the dictated material.

Keep the function selector of the hand control unit pressed down toward B. SPACE to rewind the tape until the desired point on the tape is reached. Release the selector and playback of the dictation begins. When the reviewing is completed, set the function selector to DICT to proceed with dictation.

Set the function selector of the hand control unit to STOP.

Record the LTR signal at the end of each document (9).

Press the eject button to remove the cassette.

Hand the cassette to your secretary or transcriptionist.

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Transcription

Disconnect the hand control unit.

Connect the foot control unit (not supplied) (6).

Set POWER to ON.

Insert the cassette (7).

Set SPEAKER to BUILT-IN or connect earphones.

Press AUTO STOP to make the AUTO STOP indication disappear (13).

Set TAPE SPEED.

Press REW.

When the tape reaches the beginning of the dictated material, a beep tone is heard and the unit automatically shuts off (12).

Press RESET to set the digital counter to zero.

Keep the right side of the pedal depressed. (When the foot control unit (not supplied) is connected.) (14) or Set the function selector of the hand control unit to LISTEN. (When the hand control unit is connected.) (14)

or Press LISTEN. (When the BM-845 is used for operation.) (14)

Adjust VOLUME and TONE.

Adjust the starting point for playback with the use of REVERSE TIME. (When the foot control unit is used.)

After transcribing, stop the tape.

Release the pedal. (When the foot control unit (not supplied) is

used.) (14)

Set the function selector to STOP. (When the hand control unit

is used.) (14)

Press STOP. (When LISTEN on the BM-845 is pressed to play

back the tape.) (14)

Set SPEED CONTROL to ON and adjust SPEED.

Erase the tape (15).

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Introduction

Power Connection

Note on the AC power adaptor

Use only the AC power adaptor supplied. Do not use any other AC power adaptor.

Porarity of the plug

Setting Up the Unit

Connecting the Hand Control Unit

For operation, refer to “Dictation” on page 8.

Rear

to a wall outlet

to DC IN 9 V

AC power adaptor (supplied)

BM-845

CONTROL

Attaching the cradle

Attach the cradle to the left or right side of the unit. Place the hand control unit on the cradle while not in use. Insert the cradle into the slots and slide to secure it.

Left side Right side

UNIT

Hand control unit

Connecting the Foot Control Unit (not supplied)

For operation, refer to “Transcription” on page 12.

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Setting Up

CONTROL

UNIT

Foot control unit

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