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As you read, refer to the illustrations in the Japanese corresponding text
(labeled with A, B, etc.)
z Getting Started
Index to Parts and Controls B
1 P (pause) switch
2 (cue marker) button
3 (volume) control
4 (recording) indicator
5 Microphone
6 Speaker
7 (recording mode) selector
8 (battery) indicators and i indicator
9 r (recording) button
0 ( (playback) button
!¡ ) (fast-forward)/ (cue) 0 (rewind)/ (review)
switch
!™ VOR switch
!£ (fast playback) switch
!¢ Handstrap
!∞ (tape speed) switch
!§ (earphone) jack
!¶ DC IN 3V jack
!• p (stop/eject) button
!ª (tape counter)
Preparing Power Sources
Choose one of the following power sources.
Dry Batteries C-a
Make sure that nothing is connected to the DC IN 3V jack.
1 Open the battery compartment lid.
2 Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries with correct polarity and close the lid.
To take out the batteries C-b
To attach the battery compartment lid, if it is accidentally
detached C-c
Attach it as illustrated.
When to replace the batteries K-a
Replace the batteries with new ones when the (battery) indicators go
off and the i indicator flashes.
The battery indicators change as illustrated.
Notes
• The unit will play back normally for a while, even after the i indicator flashes.
However, replace the batteries as soon as you can. If not, the playback cannot be
made with normal sound, noise may be recorded and the recorded sound will not be
loud enough.
• The i indicator flashes to indicate battery replacement during playback, recording
and pause (during pause by VOR function also).
• In the following cases you do not need to replace the batteries:
– if the battery indicators flash with the playback sound when you turn up the
volume.
– if the i indicator lights momentarily when the tape starts running or at the end of
the tape.
– if the i indicator flashes during fast forward/cue or rewind/review.
Battery life (Approx. hours) (JEITA*)
Batteries Recording
Sony alkaline LR6 (SG) 16.0
Sony R6P (SR) 5.5
*Measured in accordance with the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information
Technology Industries Association) standard (Using a Sony Microcassette MC-60)
Note
The battery life may shorten depending on the operation of the unit.
House current K-b
Connect the AC power adaptor to the DC IN 3V jack
and to a wall outlet. Use the AC-E30M AC power
adaptor (not supplied). Do not use any other AC
power adaptor.
Polarity of the plug
z Operating the Unit
Recording
1 Press p and insert a standard microcassette with the side to start
recording facing the lid. D-a
2 Select the desired tape speed. D-b
2.4cm for optimum sound (recommended for normal use): A 30-minute
recording can be made using both sides of the MC-30 microcassette.
1.2cm for longer recording time: A 60-minute recording can be made
using both sides of the MC-30 microcassette.
3 Set (recording mode) to select the sensitivity of the
microphone (see “Using the recording mode selector”). D-c
4 Set VOR to (on) or (off). D-d
If you set VOR to (on), the unit automatically starts recording the
sound and pauses when there is no sound (you can save tapes and
batteries).
When the sound is not loud enough, set it to (off), or the unit may
not start recording.
5 Press r. D-e
Recording starts. While the tape runs, the (recording) indicator
lights and flashes depending on the strength of the sound.
To Press or slide
Stop recording p
Start recording during r during playback (the unit becomes in the recording
playback mode).
The (recording) indicator lights.
Review the portion just Slide )/ (cue) 0/ (review)
recorded toward 0/ (review) during the recording.
Release it at the point to start playback.
Pause recording Slide P (pause) in the direction of the arrow.
The (recording) and (battery) indicators go
off.
To release pause recording, slide P (pause) in
the opposite direction.
Take out a cassette p
Note
Select the 2.4 cm tape speed for recording, if you play back the recorded tape with
another unit. Otherwise, the sound quality may be changed.
Tape counter F
Before recording, press the reset button of the (tape
counter). It is useful for finding the beginning of the recording.
Notes on VOR (Voice Operated Recording)
• The VOR system depends on the environmental conditions. If you cannot get the
desired results, set VOR to (off).
• When you use VOR in a noisy place, the unit will stay in the recording mode. If the
sound is too soft, on the contrary, the unit will not start recording.
Using the recording mode selector G
Set (recording mode) to the desired position depending on the
recording situation.
(lecture): to record the sounds from where the unit is aiming (uni-
directional). It is useful to record during a lecture. The sensitivity is high.
(meeting): to record at meetings or in a quiet or spacious place (omni-
directional). The sensitivity is high.
(dictation): to record for dictation or in a noisy place (omni-
directional). The sensitivity is low.
To monitor the sound F
Connect the earphone to (earphone) jack. The monitor volume
cannot be adjusted by the
(volume) control.
Recording cue marks F
While recording, you can record a special signal on the tape to mark a
specific position.
At the desired position, push (cue marker) to record a
signal. The (recording) indicator goes off for a while and a signal will
be recorded on the tape. If you want to record a signal longer than that,
push (cue marker) as long as you want.
During cue and review, you will hear the beep sound at the signal position.
During playback, you will hear the signal with low frequency.
Notes
•We recommend recording cue marks when there is a break in the sound.
• The beep sounds during cue differs from that during review.
• The beep may sound differently depending on the marked position on the tape
because the winding speed varies from the beginning to the end of the tape.
At the end of the tape
In the recording or playback mode, the tape stops at the end of the tape and
the locked buttons will be released automatically (Automatic shut-off
mechanism).
After fast forward or rewind, be sure to set )/ (cue) 0/
(review) back to the center position.
To prevent a cassette from being accidentally recorded over H
Break out and remove the cassette tabs. To reuse the cassette for recording,
cover the tab hole with adhesive tape.
Playing a Tape
1 Insert a cassette with the side to start playing facing the lid.
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2 Set (tape speed) to the same speed as that used for
recording. E-b
3 Press (. E-c
4 Adjust the volume by the (volume) control. E-c
To Press or slide
Stop playback/stop fast p
forward or rewind*
Pause playback Slide P (pause) in the direction of the arrow.
The battery indicators go off.
To release pause playback, slide P (pause) in
the opposite direction.
Fast forward Slide )/ (cue) 0/ (review)
toward )/ (cue) during stop.**
Rewind Slide )/ (cue) 0/ (review)
toward 0/ (review) during stop.**
Search forward during Keep )/ (cue) 0/ (review)
playback (cue) sliding toward )/ (cue) during playback and
release it at the point you want.**
Search backward Keep )/ (cue) 0/ (review)
during playback sliding toward 0/ (review) during playback
(review) and release it at the point you want.**
* If you leave the unit after the tape has been wound or rewound, the batteries will be
consumed rapidly. Be sure to depress p
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** The tape moves faster in the rewind/review mode than in the fast forward/cue
mode.
Note
If the tape is completely rewound while searching backward during playback
(review), the )/ (cue) 0/ (review) switch may not return to the
center position when you release it. In this case, push it back to the center position to
start playback.
To increase the playback speed
Slide the (fast playback) switch in the direction of
the arrow. The playback speed will be increased.
To return to the original speed, slide the switch to the original position.
Dubbing onto another tape recorder I
Connect another tape recorder using the RK-G64 connecting cord (not
supplied).
Set this unit to the playback mode and another tape recorder to the
recording mode.
How to Use the Stands
You can position the unit to record the sound more clearly using the stands.
You can choose from the two types of stands depending on the recording
situation. J-a
To attach the stand if it is accidentally detached J-b
Attach it as illustrated.
Precautions
On power
• Operate the unit only on 3 V DC.
For AC operation, use the AC adaptor recommended for the unit. Do not use any
other type. For battery operation, use two R6 (size AA) batteries.
On the unit
• Use only the y (standard microcassettes) with this unit. Non-standard
cassettes cannot be used because their “L” dimension (A) is different.
•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 or disconnect
the AC power adaptor, 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 for the
speaker.
• When you do not use the unit for long, remove the batteries to avoid damage caused
by battery leakage and subsequent corrosion.
• If the unit has not been used for long, set it in the playback mode and warm it up for
a few minutes before inserting a cassette.
Troubleshooting
Should any problem persist after you have made these checks, consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
A cassette cannot be inserted.
n The cassette is being inserted in the wrong way. (The cassette should be
inserted in the lid with the tape side facing upward.)
n ( has been already pressed.
r cannot be pressed.
n There is no cassette in the cassette compartment.
n The cassette tab has been removed.
r or ( cannot be pressed.
n The tape has reached the end.
n After the automatic shut-off, P (pause) is slid in the direction of the
arrow.
The unit does not operate.
n The batteries have been inserted with incorrect polarity.
n The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new ones.
n P (pause) is slid in the direction of the arrow.
n The AC power adaptor or car battery cord is connected to the unit only and
you are going to use the unit on batteries.
No sound comes from the speaker.
n The earphone is plugged in.
n The volume is turned down completely.
The sound drops out or comes with excessive noise.
n The volume is turned down completely.
n The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new ones.
n The head is contaminated. See “Maintenance”.
During cue/review, the tape stops or does not run. Or you
cannot fast-forward or rewind.
n The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new ones.
Tape speed is too fast or too slow in the playback mode.
n Improper setting of the (tape speed) switch. Set it to the same
speed as that used for recording.
Tape speed is faster than the normal playback speed.
n The (fast playback) switch is slid in the direction of
the arrow.
Recording cannot be made.
n The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new ones.
n The head is contaminated.
n The VOR switch is set to (on). When you do not use VOR, set it to (off).
n Set the (recording mode) selector firmly at the correct position.
Recording is interrupted.
n The VOR switch is set to (on). When you do not use VOR, set it to (off).
Recording cannot be erased completely.
n The head is contaminated.
Maintenance L
To clean the tape head and path
Press ( and wipe the head 1, capstan 2 and the pinch roller 3 with a
cotton swab, moistened with alcohol every 10 hours of use.
To clean the exterior
Use a soft cloth slightly moistened in water. Do not use alcohol, benzine or
thinner.
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