SONY TCM-200DV (01) PDF Document

The SONY TCM-200DV features are indicated by symbols:

●: Provided or supplied

○: Provided or not supplied

The following features are available on the SONY TCM-200DV:

VOR ●

TAPE MODE (TCM-200DV only) ●

PLAY MODE (TCM-200DV only) ○

MIC JACK ●

EAR JACK ●

For the SONY TCM-200DV, types with the IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) designation TYPE I (NORMAL POSITION) are recommended. Note that using tapes of TYPE II (HIGH POSITION) or TYPE IV (METAL) will not allow you to utilize their full capabilities.

The approximate battery life in hours for the SONY TCM-200DV is as follows:

These values were measured by the standard of JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). Using a SONY R6P (SG) battery for playback and a SONY alkaline LR6 (SG) for recording, with the volume set to the center. The performance may vary depending on the battery type and usage.

To power your SONY TCM-200DV with dry batteries, follow these steps:

1. Open the battery compartment lid.

2. Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries with correct polarity and close the lid.

To take out the battery compartment lid if it is accidentally detached, slide it on as shown in the diagram.

Please observe the following precautions when using batteries with your SONY TCM-200DV:

• Do not charge a dry battery.

• Do not use a new and an old battery together.

• Do not use two different types of batteries.

• When you are not to use the unit for a long time, remove the batteries to avoid damage from battery leakage and subsequent corrosion.

• If batteries leak, wipe the battery case well before you insert new ones.

Replace the batteries with new ones when the BATT lamp dims or goes out.

After the batteries have been used for a long time, the tape may not move or the playback sound may distort. In such a case, replace the batteries. If the batteries are replaced in the middle of playback or recording, start the operation from the beginning again after the BATT lamp turns on. If you want to continue the operation even so, it may not be performed correctly. Be sure to replace the batteries as soon as possible.

Follow these steps to record on your SONY TCM-200DV:

1. Insert a cassette with the side to be recorded facing towards the cassette lid.

2. For the SONY TCM-200DV only, set the TAPE MODE switch to NORMAL for a normal position tape. NORMAL is also recommended for metal tapes.

3. For the SONY TCM-200DV only, set the VOR switch. Set to ON to start and stop recording automatically depending on the sound. For normal recording, set to OFF.

When the unit is sounded at close range, the built-in mic tends to pick up mechanical noise from the recorder. To reduce the noise, place the unit on a soft substance, or keep it away from the unit.

4. Press ● REC. (► PLAY is pressed automatically) and start recording.

At the end of the tape, recording stops and the ● REC button lifts off automatically.

To monitor the sound, connect an earphone (not supplied) to the EAR jack. You cannot adjust the monitoring volume.

The VOR (Voice Operated Recording) function on your SONY TCM-200DV starts and stops recording automatically, which saves valuable tape space. To use it, set the VOR switch to ON before you press ● REC.

If the sound to be recorded is too low, or if there is background noise, the VOR function may not work properly. In these situations, or for important recordings, set the VOR switch to OFF.

To prevent a tape from being accidentally erased, break out the cassette tab from side A or B. To reuse the tape for recording, cover the tab hole with adhesive tape.

Connect the external microphone to the MIC jack. A mini-plug type microphone with an impedance from 200 to 1,000 ohms can be used. When using a plug-in power type microphone, power to the microphone is supplied from the unit.

Note: When recording with an external microphone, the built-in microphone will not work properly due to the difference in impedance.

Connect another equipment to the EAR jack via an audio connecting cord (not supplied).

You can copy a tape recorded on this unit to another tape recorder. Connect the EAR jack of this unit to the microphone jack of another tape recorder (commercially available). The sound will be recorded monaurally even if the other tape recorder is a stereo one.

1. Insert a cassette with the side to be played facing the cassette lid.

2. For the SONY TCM-200DV only, set the TAPE MODE switch to the same position as that used for recording.

3. Press ► PLAY. Then adjust the VOL control.

4. On the SONY TCM-200DV, set PLAY MODE to the desired speed. The tape will play back at the faster speed or at the slower speed. To play back at a normal speed, set the PLAY MODE switch to NORMAL. Set the SPEED CONTROL to its center position.

At the end of the tape, playback stops and the ► PLAY button lifts off automatically.

To listen through an earphone, connect it to the EAR jack. You will get monaural output from both left and right earphones.

Notes:

• II PAUSE will also be released when you press ■ STOP.

• After using the unit, be sure to press ■ STOP. If not, batteries will be consumed quickly. Set the PLAY MODE switch to NORMAL.

• Do not open the lid during fast winding or rewinding.

• At the end of the tape, the ◄◄ REW/REVIEW button and the ►► FF/CUE button lift off automatically.

The use of cassettes longer than 90 minutes except Sony cassettes is not recommended except for long, continuous recording or playback. They are very thin, and tend to be stretched or get caught in the tape transport mechanism, which can cause malfunction of the unit or deterioration of sound.

To clean the tape heads and paths

Clean the tape heads, pinch roller and capstan with a cotton swab and cleaning fluid (available at an audio store) after every 10 hours of use.

To clean the exterior

Use a soft cloth slightly moistened in a mild detergent solution. Do not use alcohol, benzine or thinner.

If you cannot press the ● REC button, it is because no cassette is in the unit or the tab has been removed to prevent accidental erasure. To record on a tape with the tab removed, cover the tab hole with adhesive tape.

If recording cannot be made on your SONY TCM-200DV, check the following:

• Connection is made incorrectly.

• The batteries are weak or inserted with incorrect polarity.

• The VOR function is set to ON.

• II PAUSE is slid at the pause position.

• ● REC did not operate.

If no sound comes from the speaker of your SONY TCM-200DV, check the following points:

• An earphone is plugged in.

• The volume is turned down completely.

If the sound drops out or has excessive noise, consider the following causes:

• The volume is turned down completely.

• The batteries are weak.

• The unit is placed near an AC power source, a fluorescent lamp or a cellular phone.

• Dirty heads. See “Maintenance” for cleaning instructions.

• Poor-quality tape is being used. If the cassette was recorded on equipment with a dirty tape head, the sound of the original tape will not be good quality.

• Use of TYPE II (HIGH POSITION) tape or TYPE IV (METAL) tape.

If the tape speed is too fast or too slow during playback, check these points:

• Improper setting of the PLAY MODE switch. Set the PLAY MODE switch to the same speed as that used for recording to play back the tape.

• SPEED CONTROL is not at a point for normal speed playback.

• The batteries are weak.

Please observe the following precautions when using your SONY TCM-200DV:

• Operate the unit only on 3 V DC.

• Do not leave the unit in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical shock.

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

• Keep personal credit cards using magnetic coding or spring-wound watches, etc., away from the unit to prevent possible damage from the magnet used in the speaker.

• If the unit is not to be used for a long time, set it to the playback mode and leave it for about a minute before inserting a tape.

Recording system: 2-track 1-channel monaural

Speaker: Approx. 3.6 cm (1 7/16 inches) dia.

Tape speed: 4.8 cm/s, 2.4 cm/s

Frequency response: 250 – 6,300 Hz

Wow and flutter: 0.35% WRMS (NAB)

Harmonic distortion: 4% at rated output

Output power (DC): 180 mW

Inputs: Microphone input jack (minijack) (1) sensitivity 0.2 mV for low impedance microphone

Outputs: Earphone jack (minijack) for 8 – 300 ohm earphone (1)

Power requirements: 3 V DC with two R6 (size AA) batteries

Variable range of the tape speed: About +30% to -15% at normal speed

“PLAY MODE” (TCM-200DV only): NORMAL/X2

“VOR” (TCM-200DV only): ON/OFF

Dimensions (w/h/d) (not incl. projecting parts and controls): Approx. 86.8 × 109.5 × 36.3 mm (3 1/2 × 4 3/8 × 1 7/16 inches)

Mass (main unit only): Approx. 135 g (4.8 oz)

Mass (incl. battery and C-60 cassette): Approx. 190 g (6.8 oz)

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.