Stereo Cassette Deck

RS-TR252
Operating Instructions

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Before connecting, operating or adjusting this product, please

read these instructions completely.
Dear Customer
Thank you for purchasing this Technics product.
For optimum performance and safety, please read Before use
these instructions carefully.
Suggestions for safety. 3
(For areas except Australia and N.Z.) Front panel controls. 4
Connections. 5
CAUTION:
The AC voltage is different according to the
area. Playback
Be sure to set the proper voltage in your area
before use. Playback. 6
Reverse function. 7
(For details, please refer to the page 5.)
About the automatic-tape-select function. 7
About the remote control function. 7
About the Dolby noise-reduction system. 7
About the Dolby HX-Pro headroom extension system. 7
Series playback. 8
Tape counter (Deck 2 only). . 8
To reset the tape counter. 8
To fast*forward or rewind the tape. 9
To cue or review. 9

Recording
Recording (Deck 2 only).10
To make a silent interval.;. 11
Tape-to-tape recording.12
To record selected tracks. 13
To cut unwanted parts during recording. 13

Reference
Concerning cassette tapes.14
Maintenance.15
Technical specifications.15
Troubleshooting guide. Back cover
Placement Foreign materials
Avoid placing the unit in areas of: • Ensure that no foreign objects, such as needles, coins,
• direct sunlight screwdrivers etc, accidentally fall into the unit or through the
• high temperature ventilation holes.
• high humidity Otherwise, a serious electric shock or malfunction could occur.
• excessive vibration • Be extremely careful about spilling water or liquid on/into the
• uneven surfaces. (Place the unit on a flat level surface). unit, as a fire or electric shock could occur.
Such conditions might damage the cabinet and/or other compo¬ (Disconnect the power plug and contact your dealer immediate¬
nent parts and thereby shorten the unit's service life. ly if this occurs.)
• Avoid spraying insecticides onto the unit as they contain flam¬
mable gases which can be ignited.
Ventilation • Insecticides, alcohol, paint thinner and simitar chemicals
should never be used to clean the unit as they can cause flaking
Place the unit in a well ventilated position at least 10 cm away or cloudiness to the cabinet finish.
from wall surfaces etc.

Maintenance (See page is.)

Stacking
Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth lightly
moistened with mild detergent solution.
Never place heavy items on top of the unit or the power cord.

Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent

such as alcohol or benzine.
Voltage
• It Is very dangerous to use an AC power source of high voltage
such as for an air conditioner.
Service
A fire might be caused by such a connection.
• Never attempt to repair, disassemble or reconstruct the unit if
• A DC power source cannot be used.
there seems to be a problem.
Be sure to check the power source carefully, especially on a
A serious electric shock could result if you ignore this precau¬
ship or other place where DC is used.
tionary measure.
• if a problem occurs during operation (the sound is interrupted,
indicators fail to illuminate, smoke is detected, etc) contact
Power cord protection your dealer or Authorised Service Center immediately.
• Disconnect the power supply if the unit will not be used for a
• Avoid cuts, scratches or poor connection of the AC mains cord, long time. Otherwise the operation life could be shortened.
as this may result in fire or electric shock hazard.
Excessive bending, pulling or slicing of the cord should also be
avoided.
• Do not pull on the cord when you are disconnecting the power,
as this could cause an electric shock. Grasp the plug firmly
when you disconnect the power supply.
• Never touch the plug with wet hands or a serious electric shock
could result.
 jjFWwf panel controls

No. Name Ref. page No. Name Ref. page

0 Power "M STANDBY 6 m ON” switch (Q) Reverse-mode select buttons
(POWER, M STANDBY 6 — ON) 6 (REVERSE MODE) 6,7
Press to switch the unit from on to standby mode or vice ver¬
sa. In standby mode, the unit is still consuming a small
© Synchro-start button (SYNCHRO START) 12
amount of power.

® Tape-to-tape recording-speed buttons

(D Remote control signal receptor -
(Refer to "About the remote control function" on page 7.)
(xl SPEED, x2 SPEED) 12

(D Cassette holder — ® Dolby noise-reduction buttons

(DOLBY NR) 6,10
@ Eject button (EJECT) 6
© Counter reset button (COUNTER RESET) 8
(D Display -
© Pause button (II PAUSE) 6
(f) Recording-level control (REC LEVEL) 10
© Automatic-record-muting button
© Reverse-side playback button (◄ PLAY) 6 (O AUTO REC MUTE) 11

(§) Fast-forward/cue, rewind/review buttons © Record button (• REC) 10

(◄◄/►► [CUE/REVIEW]) 9

(9) Stop button (■ STOP) 6

® Forward-side playback button (► PLAY) 6

 Please check and identify the supplied
accessories

Q AC power supply cord.1 | | Stereo connection [~~] Power plug adaptor.1

cables. 2 (Not supplied for Australia
(For Australia (For others)
and N.Z.) and N.Z.)

Before making connections, make sure that the power to this unit
and all other system components is turned off. (For areas except Australia and N.Z.)
Set the voltage selector to the voltage setting for the area
• Avoid letting the cables touch each other as much as possible, in which the unit wilt be used.
otherwise noise wilt be generated. [Use a minus (-) screwdriver]
• Although the figure below shows the AC power supply cord be¬ fmm
ing connected to a household AC outlet, if the amplifier (or If the power supply in your area is 117 V or 120 V, set to
receiver) is equipped with an AC outlet, connect the cord to that the “127 V” position.
outlet. Note that this unit will be seriously damaged if this setting
is not made correctly.
Placement hints
If this unit is placed near a receiver or a tuner, a “hum” noise
If the power plug will not fit your socket,
may be heard during tape playback, recording, or AM reception use the power plug adaptor (included).
of the receiver or the tuner.
If this occurs, leave as much space as possible between the
units, or place them where there is the least amount of ‘‘hum".

Household
AC outlet
Either normal, Cr02 or metal type cassettes can be used.

The procedures described below are an example of playback on

Deck 2.

| -y j POWER
Press POWER. REVERSE MODE
^ o«o Press ~, czd or OO to
| (The unit will switch on.) o o o select the desired reverse
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mode.
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EJECT Press EJECT, and then In¬ > = m [>
sert the cassette tape.
Reverse-mode indicator (; », CO or <O0)

Forward side : One side only.

O■ Both sides repeatedly (up to 8 times).
OO: Both sides, once only.
(Refer to page 7.)

Tape opening facing downward.

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PLAY Press ◄ PLAY or ► PLAY.
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U1 (Playback will begin.)
DOLBY NR
B C
Press either DOLBY NR B or
o o C to select the appropriate 15
U ► PLAY : To begin from the forward side.
noise-reduction system. M PLAY : To begin from the reverse side.
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system.
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(The [¥) Dolby noise-reduction indicator will then il- [>
luminate.)
Illuminates
Indicates the side being played.
q Press if the tape was recorded by the type-C Dolby NR
system.
(The \c\ Dolby noise-reduction indicator will then il- To play back on Deck 1, in ateps 2 and 5 above, preas the but¬
luminate.)
tons ( 2 and 5 ) *or Deck 1-
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Doiby noise-reduction indicator ([Bjor jcj)
PAUSE
Press Kl PAUSE.
The "PLAY” indicator will flash.
If neither Dolby noise-reduction system was used, press To resume playback, press the play button cor¬
the button corresponding to the Dolby noise-reduction in¬ responding to the side of the tape being
dicator that is illuminated. (The indicator wilt then switch piayed.
OFF.)
To stop playback
Press STOP.
The "PLAY" indicator will switch off.
Reverse function About the Dolby noise-reduction
The reverse function on this unit has three modes (7~*. , system_
CO). Read the descriptions below and select the mode as
desired, (Refer to step 4 on page 6.) The Dolby noise-reduction system is designed to effectively
reduce the annoying high-frequency “hissing" noise typical of
cassette tapes. During recording, the system functions to in¬
Mode Tape travel crease the high-frequency sound level, the sound, and then, dur¬
Only one side of the tape (either the forward side ing playback, that same portion is weakened to bring it back to
or the reverse side) will be played, and operation the previous level.
— will automatically stop when playback has been
completed. This unit includes two types of Dolby noise-reduction systems,
Both sides of the tape will be played repeatedly the Dolby B NR-type and C NR-type.
eight times, and then operation will automatically
C7D stop. Dolby B-type noise-reductIon
(If playback is begun from the reverse side, the for¬ Noise is reduced to about one-third.
ward side will be played seven times.) Use this system when playing back tapes recorded by the Dolby-
When there Is a tape In only one of the decks B noise-reduction system, such as prerecorded music tapes, etc.
Both sides of the tape will be played once, and
then operation will automatically stop. Dolby C-type noise-reduction
(If playback is begun from the reverse side, the for¬ Noise Is reduced to about one-tenth.
ward side will not be played.) Use this system for the recording and playback of sound sources
When there is a tape in each of the decks that have a wide dynamic range and good tone quality, such as

OO The forward and reverse sides of the tape in Deck

1 will be played, followed by the forward and
FM broadcasts of live performances, etc., and for playing back
such tapes.
reverse sides of the tape in Deck 2, and after this
operation is repeated eight times, operation will
automatically stop.
(If playback is begun from Deck 2, the tape in
Deck 1 will be played seven times.)
About the Dolby HX-Pro headroom
extension system_
By functioning to improve the maximum output level of the tape’s
high-frequency range, this system permits recordings without a
About the automatic-tape-select reduction In the level of the sound source's high-frequency
function range. In addition, by using the system in parallel with this unit's
noise-reduction system, recording and playback with a greatly ex¬
This unit is equipped with the automatic-tape-select feature; it tended dynamic range is possible.
automatically detects the type of tape being used, and then
makes the suitable adjustments of the bias and equalization ac¬
cordingly.

Dolby noise reduction and HX Pro headroom extension

manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licens¬
ing Corporation. HX Pro originated by Bang & Olufsen.

About the remote control function "DOLBY", the double-D symbol [X] and "HX PRO" are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
This cassette deck can be operated by using the remote control
provided with a Technics amplifier. (For detailed information,
refer to the operating instructions of the amplifier.)
During operation from the remote control, the '‘R.C.’’ indicator
will light up.

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> ZT |> R.C.2

Deck 1 “R.C,” Deck 2 "R.C.1

indication indication

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Both sides of the tape in Deck 1 will be played, followed by both The tape counter indicates the amount of tape travel as a
sides of the tape in Deck 2. {Repeated up to eight times.) numerical value based on the number of revolutions of the tape
hub.

| Deck 21
Tape counter

Note that for series playback it is not possible to select different

types of Dolby NR for Deck 1 and Deck 2. It is recommended that
you use two tapes which were recorded using the same type of
Dolby NR (or both recorded without Dolby NR).

Press EJECT on both decks,

and then Insert the cassette
tapes.
COUNTER RESET

Press either DOLBY NR B or

C to select the appropriate
o
noise-reduction system.
To reset the tape counter_
REVERSE MODE PfeSS CO. counter press COUNTER RESET.
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The tape counter Indication will return to “000".

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Press ► PLAY on Deck 1.

(Series playback will begin from the
forward side of the tape in Deck 1.) For your reference:
When the tape Is travelling in the reverse direction, the value
displayed on the tape counter will count down.
After “000” is reached, the display will switch to “999” and will
To temporarily stop playback
then continue counting down.
(Deck 2 only)
PAUSE
Press || PAUSE.
II To resume playback, press the play button cor¬
responding to the side of the tape being played.

To stop playback
Press ■ STOP for the deck which Is
playing.

For your reference:

it is also possible to begin series playback from the reverse side
of the tape in Deck 1 or from Deck 2. (Refer to the tape travel
table on page 7.)
 To fast-forward or rewind
the tape Ta me
"Cue” means that the tape is fast forwarded as it is being played
back.
"Review” means that the tape is rewound as it is being played
back.

Deck 1 Deck 2

(CUE/REVIEW] (CUE/REVIEW) (CUE/REVIEW) [CUE/REVIEWl (CUE/REVIEW) ICUE/REVI6W) (CUE/REVIEW] | CUE/REVIEW)

icue/review) ficue/REviEW|f|n stop mode] lo/e/REviEW) icuE/REviEwinA/hlle tape is being played back]
' Press or « W ►► i Press and hold ^ or ^
\j<jhe play indicator will begin flashing quickly.)

Normal playback will resume at the point

where the button is released.

Because this unit is capable of playing back both sides of the

Because this unit is capable of playing back both sides of the
tape, the operation changes in accordance with the direction of
tape, the operation changes in accordance with the direction of
the tape side indicator.
the tape side indicator.

Tape side
Tape side Review Cue
Rewind Fast-forward indicator
Indicator
(CUE/REVIEW) (CUE/REVIEW)
(CUE/REVIEW] (CUE/REVIEW)

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(CUE/REVIEW) (CUBREVIEW)
(CUE/REVIEW] [CUE/REVIEW)

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• Cassette tapes in deck 1 and deck 2 can be advanced or re¬ ironst

wound at the same time. The cue/review function causes sounds to become high pitched.
During this function, be sure to decrease the amplifier’s volume
to prevent damage to the speaker system’s tweeters.
 Recording (Deck 2 only)

Either normal, CrOz or metal type cassettes can be used.

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•4 Play the source in order to
adjust the recording sound.
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Use the REC LEVEL control
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to adjust the recording level.
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(Refer to the opposite page.)
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STOP
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Stop play of the source.

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Wind the tape past the leader tape section so that recording can
begin straight away. ~k.
PLAY PLAY Press ◄ PLAY or ► PLAY to
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begin recording, and play
Press EJECT on Deck 2, and <^the source to be recorded.
£7=^ then insert the cassette
tape to be used for recor¬
► PLAY : Forward side
◄ PLAY : Reverse side
ding.
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El [> ESSPLAY
doubynr Press e|ther DOLBY NR B or

OO C to select the desired Illuminates

noise-reduction system.
(Refer to the opposite page.) When recording on both sides of the
tape, be sure to press the ► PLAY but¬
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Dolby noise-reduction indicator ([Bj or [c]) To temporarily stop recording

PAUSE
Press || PAUSE.
To resume recording, press the play button cor¬
RJvERg^D6 press ZH, dD or OO to responding to the side of the tape being record¬
000 select the desired reverse ^5 ed upon.
mode.
To stop recording
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Reverse-mode indicator (~ *, or OO)

■ Only one side will be

recorded, and then opera¬
tion will automaticaliy stop,
ClD: Both sides (the forward side first, and then the
OO reverse side) will be recorded, and then opera¬
tion will automatically stop.

1 A 1 flEC Press • REC.

• 1 (The unit will be in the recording stand'
LU — bv mode.)
Illuminates

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Flashes

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About the selection of the Dolby NR type
To make a silent interval
The Dolby NR effect can be obtained by using the same type of
Dolby NR during both recording and playback. Refer to the follow¬ By simply pressing AUTO REC MUTE button, while a recording is
ing table when selecting the type (either B or C). being made, a silent interval (which is necessary for locating the
beginning of a tune during playback) can be made.
Use this type when the deck on which the tape
Type B will be played back is equipped with only type B This feature is also convenient for omitting unwanted material
Dolby NR. such as commercial messages, etc. during recording,
Use this type when the deck on which the tape
AUTO REC MUTE
will be played back is equipped with type C
Type C
Dolby NR. (for example, when this unit is also go¬
ing to be used to play back the tape.)

(Refer to “About the Dolby noise-reduction system” on page 7.)

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About the recording level adjustment

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If the recording level is too high, there will be distortion in the
recorded sounds, and if it is too low, the hiss noise Inherent to
recording tapes will become noticeable.
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PLAY PLAY

In order to make high-quality recordings, use the REC LEVEL con¬ « ►

trol to adjust so that highest values of the input level indicated by

the level meter do not exceed the standard recording level (the
number indicated in parentheses) for the tape being used.

To make a 4-second silent interval

Normal or Cr02 tape CO (+3) Metal tape ( + 5)
4-1=
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AUTO REC MUTE
Press AUTO REC MUTE momen¬
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mini iiiii mu mil mil mil mil +B U u U . tarily while a recording is being
[> =r E C> BTiPI PLAY
made.
A 4-second silent interval will be recorded, and
the unit will automatically be set to the recor¬
ding standby mode.

To make a silent interval more than 4

seconds
AUTO REC MUTE
Press and hold AUTO REC MUTE
for the necessary number of
seconds while a recording Is being
made.
The unit will change to the recording stand-by
mode when the button is released.

To resume recording
PLAY Press either ◄ PLAY or ► PLAY,
PLAY
■« ► . corresponding to the side of the

^)tape side indicator which Is lit.

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Tape side indicator (< or »

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Either normal, Cr02 or metal type cassettes can be used.

Use Deck 2 to record the sound being played back on Deck t.

412 31
W mpEEorasPEED press either x1 SPEED or
x 2 SPEED to select the
recording speed.

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xl =

Tape-speed indicator (x t or x 2)

xl: Normal speed

x 2: Double speed

1 Preparation] Press SYNCHRO START.

Wind the tape past the leader tape section so that recording can (The recording will begin.)
begin straight away.

Press EJECT on both decks,

and then insert the cassette
tapes. To stop recording
Deck 1: For playback Press ■ STOP on Deck 2.
Deck 2: For recording

(On Deck 2)

In order to avoid operation errors later, be sure to switch OFF

the SPEED buttons (the "xl" and "x2" indicators will go
out) after the tape-to-tape recording has finished.

T~~*: Only one side of the tape will be

recorded, and then operation
will automatically stop.
CZ13: Both sides of the tape (first the For your reference:
forward side and then the • The recording level and the Dolby effect will be recorded as
reverse side) will be recorded, they are on the tape being played back,
and then operation will • Because the signal being recorded from Deck 1 onto Deck 2
automatically stop, does not pass through the amplifier, it Is possible to change the
tf the recording tape is longer setting of the amplifier's input selector during recording in
than the playback tape, the order to listen to some other sound source.
playback tape will be played Note
repeatedly as many as eight When recording with the recording speed set to double speed,
times until the recording tape is noise interference may be recorded onto the tape if there is a
finished. television set nearby, so make the recording in a location
CO: Both sides of the tape (first the separated from the television set or switch off the television set
forward side and then the during recording.
reverse side) will be recorded
once, and then operation will
automatically stop.

Note
To record on only one side of the tape, set the tape side in¬
dicators « or » on Deck 1 and Deck 2 in accordance with the
tape sides to be played back and recorded.
To record on both sides of the tape, set the tape side indicators
on both Deck 1 and Deck 2 to the forward side (».
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To record selected tracks To cut unwanted parts during

recording

During recording, press ■ PAUSE

Press || PAUSE during recor¬
STOP on Deck 1. ding.
(Deck 1 will stop, and Deck 2 will (Deck 2, which was recording, will
record a 4-second silent interval and enter the pause mode, and Deck 1 will
then enter the recording standby continue playback.)
mode.)

[When Deck 1 reaches a part you wish

Operate Deck 1 to find the track you to record]
wish to record. Press either A PLAY or ►
It is also possible to change the playback tape at this
PLAY, corresponding to the
time.
side of the tape side in¬
dicator which is lit.
Press SYNCHRO START. (Recording will resume.)

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xl £>SBg PLAY

Tape side indicator« or »

To erase recorded sound

When new recordings are made on a pre-recorded tape, all 4 Set the REC LEVEL control to “0”.
sounds recorded on that portion of the tape are automatically
erased. To erase a tape without making a new recording, follow 5 Press • REC.
the steps below. (The unit will be in the recording standby-mode.)

2 Press EJ EOT on Deck 2 and then insert the record* 6 Press M PLAY or ► PLAY to begin erasing the
ed cassette tape. tape.
► PLAY : Forward side
2 Press either DOLBY NR B or C so that the Dolby ◄I PLAY : Reverse side
NR indicators are off.

3 Press : *, O or CO to select the desired To erase both sides of the tape, be sure to press the ► PLAY
reverse mode. button.
~ *: To erase one side of the tape.
CTD, CO: To erase both sides of the tape.

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 ^ppjtt
Selection of cassette tapes Erasure prevention
Cassette tapes exceeding 90 minutes Remove the tab(s).
These tapes are handy for their long playback and recording time
but be careful about repeatedly stopping and starting, rewinding
and fast forwarding these tapes in short intervals as they are thin,
tend to stretch and may become entangled in deck mechanism.

Endless tapes
If the proper operating method is not followed, the tape will
become wrapped around the rotating parts. Be absolutely sure to
read the directions for use accompanying the tape.
Since this unit has an auto reverse capability, the use of tapes
which support this capability is recommended.

Fe-Cr tapes (TYPE m)

The high frequency range will be emphasized, and It will not be
To re-record on a protected cassette
possible to obtain a flat frequency response.
Cover the slot with adhesive tape.

Metal tape without detection holes in the cassette

Recordings will be very distorted. (However, there will be no pro¬
blem with playback.)

Metal tape

Detection holes

Tape storage
Tapes can be damaged if stored in places such as those describ¬
Tape slack ed below.
• Where the temperature is high (95° F/35°C or higher) or where
Tape slack may cause the tape to break. the humidity is high (80% or higher)
• Where there Is a strong magnetic field (near a speaker, on top
of a TV, etc.). Recording may become erased.
• In direct sunlight
Use a pencil or similar
object to take up the
slack.
 MmiMemSmi Technical specification*
■ CASSETTE DECK SECTION
Head care Deck system Stereo cassette deck
Track system 4-track, 2-channel
To assure sound quality for recording and playback, be sure to
Recording system AC bias
clean the heads after approximately every 10 hours of use.
Bias frequency 80 kHz
1) Press the power switch to switch to the standby condition.
Erasing system AC erase
2) Press the eject button to open the cassette holder.
Heads
3) Clean the heads, pinch roller and the capstan shaft with a cot¬
DECK 1 Playback head (Permalloy) x i
ton swab (or with a soft, lint-free cloth) slightly moistened with
DECK 2 Recording/Playback head (Permalloy) x 1
isopropyl alcohol.
Erasing head (Double-gap ferrite) x i
Do not use any solution other than alcohol for head cleaning.
Motors
DECK 1 Capstan/Reel table drive (DC servo motor) x i
DECK 2 Capstan/Reel table drive (DC servo motor) x 1
Tape speed 4.8 cm/s. (1-7/8 ips)
Wow and flutter 0.14% (WRMS)
Fast forward and rewind times
Approx. 110 seconds with C-60 cassette tape
Frequency response (Dolby NR oft)
NORMAL 40 Hz-15 kHz, ±3 dB
20 Hz-16 kHz (DIN)
Cr02 40 Hz-15 kHz, ±3 dB
20 Hz-16 kHz (DIN)
METAL 40 Hz-16 kHz, ±3 dB
20 Hz-17 kHz (DIN)
S/N (Signallevel = max recording level, CrOz type tape)
NR off 56 dB (A weighted)
Dolby B NR on 66 dB (A weighted)
Head demagnetization Dolby C NR on 74 dB (A weighted)
Input sensitivity and impedance
in order to maintain good sound quality during recording and
REC (IN) 60 mV/47 kCl
playback, it is recommended that the head assembly be
Output voltage and Impedance
demagnetized if distortion or poor sound quality persists after
PLAY (OUT) 400 mV/800 Q
cleaning the heads.
If the head assembly becomes magnetized, it could create noise
■ GENERAL
in the recordings, loss of high-frequency response or erasure of
valuable recordings.
Power consumption
For Australia and N.Z. 20 W
Several types of head demagnetizes are available and may be For others 22 W
purchased separately at local electronics supply stores.
Power supply
Follow the instructions that are supplied with the device. For Australia and N.Z. AC 50 Hz/60 Hz, 230-240 V
For others AC 50 Hz/60 Hz, 110 V/127 V/220 V/230-240 V
Do not bring any type of metal objects or tools such as magnetic Dimensions (W x H x D) 430 x 136x290 mm
screwdrivers in contact with the head assembly. Weight 4.7 kg

Note:
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Weight and dimensions are approximate.
Maintenance of external surfaces
To clean this unit, use a soft, dry cloth.
If the surfaces are extremely dirty, use a soft cloth, dipped Into a
soap-and-water solution or a weak detergent solution.
Wring the cioth well before wiping the unit.
Wipe once again with a soft, dry cioth.
Never use alcohol, paint thinner, benzine, nor a chemically
treated cloth to clean this unit.
Such chemicals may damage the finish of your unit.

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Before requesting service for this unit, check the chart below for the directory of authorized service centers (enclosed with this
a possible cause of the problem you are experiencing. Some sim¬ unit) to locate a convenient service center, or consult your
ple checks or a minor adjustment on your part may eliminate the Technics dealer for instructions.
problem and restore proper operation.
If you are in doubt about some of the check points, or if the
remedies indicated in the chart do not solve the problem, refer to

Problem Probable cause(s) Suggested remedy

Tape moves but no sound is The volume control of the amplifier is set to its • Adjust the volume control to the desired ievel.
heard. minimum position.
The input selector of the amplifier is not set to the • Set to the "TAPE” position.
"TAPE" position.
Distorted sound. The recording ievel is too high. • Select the appropriate recording level.
Previously recorded sound Erase head is dirty. • Clean the head.
has not been erased.
Sound output Is hoarse or Heads are dirty. •Clean the heads.
unsteady. Tape is damaged. •Try operation with a new cassette; if there is no
problem with the new cassette, discard the damaged
cassette.
Poor sound quality The correct Dolby noise-reduction button is not • Set it to the correct position.
(especially in the high set.
treble and low bass ranges).
Sound Is low, poor tone, Heads, capstan and/or pinch roller are dirty or • Clean the heads, capstan and/or pinch roller, or try a
Intermittent sound noise. tape is damaged. new cassette.
A “hum” noise Is heard This unit is placed too close to a receiver, • Leave as much space as possible between the units,
during tape playback or amplifier or tuner. or place them where there is the least amount of
recording. "hum".
Recording Is not possible. The recording level control is at the “0" position. • Select the appropriate recording ievel.
One of the tape-to-tape recording-speed • Switch OFF whichever tape-to-tape recording speed
indicators (" x 1 ” or " x 2") Is illuminated. indicator is illuminated (by pressing the SPEED
button).
TV noise is accidentally This unit is placed near a TV. • Try placing this unit further away from a TV.
recorded.

Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.

Central P.O. Box 288, Osaka 530*91, Japan

RQT2987-G
Printed in Singapore HI294JO