Sony M-575V Manual De Instrucciones

2-629-080-11 (1)
M icrocasset t e ™ -Corder
Operat ing Inst ruct ions
M anual de inst rucciones (en el reverso)
M -575V/570V/475/470
© 2005 Sony Corporation Printed in China
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Compound)-free vegetable oil based ink.
For cust om ers in t he Unit ed St at es
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WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not
expose the unit to rain or moisture.
About This M anual
The instructions in this manual are for 4 models. The M-570V is
the model used for illustration purposes.
Their differences are shown in the table below:
M -575V/ 570V M -475/ 470
Tape counter a —
a
BATT lamp —
REC/BATT lamp a —
VOR a —
a: provided or supplied
—: not provided or not supplied
There is no difference between M-575V and M-570V and between M-
475 and M-470 except for the supplied accessories.
M-575V consists of M-570V Microcassette recorder and accessories.
For information about the supplied accessories, see "Specifications" of
this manual.
Preparing Pow er Sources
Choose one of the following power sources.
Dry Bat t eries
Insert the
batteries w ith
correct polarity.
Make sure that nothing is connected to the DC IN 3V jack.
1 Open the battery compartment lid.
2 Insert two size AAA (R03) batteries with correct polarity and
close the lid.
To t ake out t he bat t eries
To at t ach t he bat t ery com part m ent lid if it is
accident ally det ached
When t o replace t he bat t eries
Replace the batteries with new ones of the same kind when the
REC/BATT (M-575V/570V) or BATT (M-475/470) lamp dims.
Notes
• The unit will play back normally for a while, even after the REC/BATT
(M-575V/570V) or BATT (M-475/470) lamp flashes. However, replace
the batteries as soon as you can. Otherwise, the built-in speaker may
emit a loud noise and recordings may not be made correctly.
• In the following cases you do not need to replace the batteries:
– if the REC/BATT (M-575V/570V) or BATT (M-475/470) lamp flashes
with the playback sound when you turn up the volume.
– if the REC/BATT (M-575V/570V) or BATT (M-475/470) lamp lights
momentarily when the tape starts running or at the end of the tape.
– if the REC/BATT (M-575V/570V) or BATT (M-475/470) lamp flashes
during FF/REW or CUE/REVIEW.
Battery life* (Approx. hours)
Batteries Recording Playback* *
Sony alkaline LR03 (SG)*** 14.5 9
Sony manganese R03 (SB) 5 2.5
* Measured valued by the standard of JEITA (Japan Electronics and
Information Technology Industries Association) (Using a Sony
Microcassette)
** Using a tape on which music has been recorded is played at volume
setting 7 using speaker
***When using Sony LR03 (SG) alkaline dry batteries (produced in Japan)
Downloaded from: https://www.usersmanualguide.com/
Note
The battery life may be shorter depending on the operating condition, the
surrounding temperature and battery type.
For maximum performance we recommend that you use
alkaline batteries.
House current
to a w all outlet
AC pow er adaptor
(not supplied)
Connect the AC power adaptor to DC IN 3V and to a wall outlet.
Use the AC-E30HG AC power adaptor (not supplied).
Do not use any other AC power adaptor.
Polarity of the plug
Notes
• Specifications for AC-E30HG vary for each area. Check your local
voltage and the shape of the plug before purchasing.
• Do not touch the AC power adaptor with wet hands.
• Connect the AC power adaptor to an easily accessible AC outlet. Should
you notice an abnormality in the AC power adaptor, disconnect it from
the AC outlet immediately.
Recording
You can record right away with the built-in microphone.
VOL*
M icrophone
EAR
> PAUSE
REC/ BATT (M -575V/
570V)
z
BATT (M -475/ 470)
FF/ CUE m •
TAPE SPEED*
M REW/ REVIEW
Tape counter Tx
(M -575V/ 570V only)
VOR (M -575V/
Tape counter reset
570V only)
button (M -575V/
570V only)
* The button/ sw itch has a tactile
Tx
1
Press the reset button of the tape counter (M-575V/570V
only).
2 Press Tx and insert a standard microcassette with the side
to start recording facing the lid.
3 Select the desired tape speed.
2.4 cm for optimum sound (recommended for normal use):
A 30-minute recording can be made using both sides of the
MC-30 microcassette (for supplied accessories, see
"Specifications"). There is a tactile dot on this side.
1.2 cm for longer recording time: A 60-minute recording can
be made using both sides of the MC-30 microcassette (for
supplied accessories, see "Specifications").
4 Set VOR to OFF (M-575V/570V only).
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 z.
n is pressed simultaneously and recording starts.
While the tape runs, the REC/BATT lamp lights and flashes
depending on the strength of the sound (M-575V/570V
only).
Recording level is fixed.
At the end of the tape, recording stops and the unit turns off
automatically (Automatic shut-off mechanism).
To Press or slide
Tx
Stop recording
Pause recording Slide >PAUSE in the direction of the arrow.
To release pause recording, release
>PAUSE*.
Start recording during z during playback (the unit enters the
playback recording mode)
Review the portion just Push up FF/CUEm•MREW/REVIEW
toward MREW/REVIEW during the
recorded
recording. Release the button at the point to
start playback.
Take out a cassette Tx
* >PAUSE will also be automatically released when Tx is pressed
(stop-pause-release function).
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.
Notes on VOR (Voice Operated Recording) (M -575V/570V
only)
• The VOR system is affected by the environmental recording conditions.
When you use the system 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. If you cannot get the results you want, set it to OFF.
• The VOR system may not record the beginning of the sound you want
to record because it starts recording only after it catches the sound. For
an important recording, set it to OFF.
To m onit or t he sound
Connect an earphone (not supplied) firmly to the EAR jack. The
monitor volume cannot be adjusted by VOL.
To prevent a casset t e f rom being accident ally recorded
over
Break off and remove the cassette tabs. To reuse the cassette for
recording, cover the tab hole with adhesive tape.
Playing a Tape
VOL*
EAR
REC/ BATT (M -575V/
570V)
BATT (M -475/ 470) > PAUSE
FF/ CUE m •
TAPE SPEED*
M REW/ REVIEW
n *
Tx
* The button/ sw itch has a tactile dot.
1
Insert a cassette with the side to start playing facing the lid.
2 Select the tape speed to the same speed as that used for
recording.
3 Press n.
4 Turn VOL to adjust the volume. There is a tactile dot beside
VOL on to show the direction to turn up the volume.
At the end of the tape, playback stops and the unit turns off
automatically (Automatic shut-off mechanism). After the tape
has been wound or rewound, be sure to press Tx.
If you plug in headphones (not supplied) to the EAR jack, you
will get monaural output from both left and right channels.
To Press or slide
Stop playback/stop fast Tx
forward or rewind
Pause playback Slide >PAUSE in the direction of the
arrow. REC/BATT (M-575V/570V) or BATT
(M-475/470) lamp goes off.
To release pause playback, release >PAUSE*.
Fast forward** (FF) Slide FF/CUE m•M REW/REVIEW
toward FF/CUE m during stop.
Rewind** (REW) Slide FF/CUE m•M REW/REVIEW
toward M REW/REVIEW during stop.
Keep FF/CUE m•M REW/REVIEW
Search forward during
playback (CUE) pushed toward FF/CUE m during playback
and release it at the point you want.
Search backward during Keep FF/CUE m•M REW/REVIEW
playback (REVIEW) pushed toward M REW/REVIEW during
playback and release it at the point you want.
Start recording during z
playback
* >PAUSE will also be automatically released when Tx is pressed
(stop-pause-release function).
**If you leave the unit after the tape has been wound or rewound, the
batteries will be consumed rapidly. Be sure to press Tx.
Note
If the tape is completely rewound while searching backward during
playback (REVIEW), the FF/CUE m•M REW/REVIEW switch may
not return to the center position when you release the switch. In this case,
push back the switch to the center to start playback.
Precaut ions
On pow er
•Operate the unit only on 3 V DC.
For AC operation, use the AC power adaptor recommended
for the unit. Do not use any other type. For battery operation,
use two size AAA (R03) batteries.
On t he unit
•Use only the (standard microcassettes) with this
unit. Non-standard cassettes cannot be used because their "L"
dimension (see illustration) is different.
Standard Non-standard
Only standard microcassettes
have a small indention of side A.
Approx. 2.5 mm
Approx. 5 mm
•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.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit,
please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Troubleshoot ing
Should any problem persist after you have made these checks,
consult your nearest Sony dealer.
You cannot close t he casset t e com part m ent lid.
t The cassette is being inserted in the wrong way.
t n has been already pressed.
t The cassette is not being inserted completely.
The unit does not operat e.
t The batteries have been inserted with incorrect polarity.
t The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new
ones.
t >PAUSE is slid in the direction of the arrow.
t The AC power adaptor is not firmly connected.
t The unit will not run on dry batteries if the AC power
adaptor is left plugged into the DC IN 3V jack even
though you disconnect the AC power adaptor from the
power source.
Recording cannot be m ade.
t There is no cassette in the cassette compartment.
t The tab on the tape has been removed. To reuse the tape
for recording, cover the tab hole with adhesive tape.
t The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new
ones.
Recording is int errupt ed.
t The VOR switch is set to ON. When you do not use VOR,
set it to OFF (M-575V/570V only).
Recording cannot be erased com plet ely.
t The head is contaminated. See "Maintenance".
Playback cannot be m ade.
t The tape has reached the end. Rewind the tape.
No sound com es f rom t he speaker.
t The earphone is plugged in. Unplug it.
t The volume is turned down completely.
The sound drops out or com es w it h excessive noise.
t The volume is turned down completely.
t The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new
ones.
t The head is contaminated. See "Maintenance".
t Direct placement of the cassette tape on the speaker
resulted in magnetization and deteriorated tonal quality.
t Use the unit away from radiowave-emitting devices such
as cellular phones.
Tape speed is t oo f ast or t oo slow or t he sound is
dist ort ed in t he playback m ode.
t Improper setting of the TAPE SPEED switch. Set it to the
same speed as that used for recording.
t The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new
ones.
During CUE/REVIEW t he t ape st ops or does not run.
You cannot f ast -f orw ard or rew ind.
t The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new
ones.
M aint enance
Capstan
Pinch roller
Head
To clean t he t ape head and pat h
Press n and wipe the head, capstan and the pinch roller with a
cotton swab, moistened with alcohol every 10 hours of use.
To clean t he ext erior
Use a soft cloth slightly moistened in water. Do not use alcohol,
benzine or thinner.
Specif icat ions
Tape
(normal position type)
Recording system
2-track 1-channel monaural
Speaker
7
Approx. 3.6 cm (1 ⁄ in.) dia.
16
Tape speed
2.4 cm/s ( 15 ⁄ ips), 1.2 cm/s ( 15 ⁄ ips)
16 32
Frequency range
300 - 4 000 Hz (with TAPE SPEED switch at 2.4 cm/s)
Output
Earphone jack (minijack/monaural) for 8 - 300 Ω earphone
Pow er output (at 10% harmonic distortion)
M-575V/570V: 450 mW
M-475/470: 250 mW
Pow er requirements
3 V DC batteries size AAA (R03) × 2/External DC 3V power sources
Dimensions (w / h/ d) (incl. projecting parts and controls)
M-575V/570V: Approx. 60.2 × 110.8 × 23.2 mm (2 × 4 ×
3 ⁄ 3 ⁄
8 8
M-475/470: Approx. 60.2 × 110.8 × 22.3 mm (2 × 4 ×
3 ⁄ 3 ⁄ 29 ⁄
8 8 32
M ass (main unit only)
M-575V/570V: Approx. 104 g (3.7 oz)
M-475/470: Approx. 97 g (3.5 oz)
Supplied accessories
Microcassette tape MC-30 (1) (M-570V/470 for the United States and
Europe only, M-475 for Europe, Asia, Central and South America and
the Middle and Near East only)
Microcassette tapes MC-30 (2) (M-470 for Canada only)
Microcassette tapes MC-30 (3) (M-575V for Canada and Europe only
and M-475 for the United States only)
Batteries (2) (M-570V for the United States only, M-575V for Canada
and Europe only, M-470 for the United States, Canada and Europe
only and M-475 for the United States and Europe only)
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
This w arrant y is valid only in t he
Unit ed St at es.
15 ⁄ in.)
16
in.)