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3-238-276-22 (1)
Notes on recording sides
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When recording on both sides, recording will not be made for
seconds while the tape is switching sides.
When you open the cassette holder, the direction of the tape is reset to
the forward side.
The DIR switch cannot be used during recording.
a
few
Microcassette -Corder
B
Pre p a rin g Po w e r So u rce s
Tro u b le sh o o t in g
(a)
Choose one of the following power sources.
Should any problem persist after you have made these checks,
consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Operating Instructions
MIC (PLUG
IN POWER)
Mode d’emploi (au verso)
EAR
Dry Ba t t e rie s (se e Fig . A-(a ))
Make sure that nothing is connected to the DC IN 3V jack.
REC lamp
Microphone
Notes on VOR (Voice Operated Recording)
A ca sse t t e ca n n o t b e in se rt e d .
(
REC/BATT lamp
M-850V only)
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The VOR system depends on the environmental conditions. If you
t
t
The cassette is being inserted in the wrong way.
nNhas been already pressed.
Th e u n it d o e s n o t o p e ra t e .
>
PAUSE
1
2
Open the battery compartment lid.
Insert two size AAA (R03) batteries with correct polarity and
close the lid.
cannot get the desired results, set VOR to OFF.
(
M-800V only)
•
When you use the unit in
mode. If the sound is too soft, on the contrary, the unit will not start
recording. Set VOR to (high) or L (low) depending on the conditions.
a
noisy place, it will stay in the recording
M-850V/800V
VOR
z
t
t
The batteries have been inserted with incorrect polarity.
The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new
ones.
H
Sony Corporation ©2002 Printed in China
To t a ke o u t t h e b a t t e rie s (se e Fig . A-(b ))
FAST PB (M-850V only)
CUE/
To m o n it o r t h e so u n d
Connect an earphone to the EAR jack. The monitor volume
cannot be adjusted by VOL.
REVIEW
TAPE SPEED
Tx
t
t
>PAUSE is slid in the direction of the arrow.
The AC power adaptor is connected to the unit only and
you are going to use the unit on batteries.
If t h e b a t t e ry co m p a rt m e n t lid is a ccid e n t a lly
d e t a ch e d (se e Fig . A-(c))
Attach it as illustrated.
Tape counter
BATT/Elamp
Re co rd in g ca n n o t b e m a d e .
(M-850V only)
To p re ve n t a ca sse t t e fro m b e in g a ccid e n t a lly re co rd e d
o ve r (se e Fig . B-(c))
DIR
t
t
There is no cassette in the cassette compartment.
The tab on the tape has been removed. (Even if only the
tab on the reverse side is removed, recording cannot be
made.) To reuse the tape for recording, cover the tab hole
with adhesive tape. To record on one side only, insert a
cassette with the side to start recording facing away from
the lid (reverse side).
Make sure that the orientation of the cassette and the
setting of DIR does not match in case of one-side
recording. Insert a microcassette with the side to start
recording facing the unit, and then slide DIR so that the
REV indicator turns green.
Wh e n t o re p la ce t h e b a t t e rie s
CUE MARKER
(M-850V only)
For M-800V
Replace the batteries with new ones when the REC/ BATT lamp
dims.
Break out and remove the cassette tabs. To reuse the cassette for
recording, cover the tab hole with adhesive tape.
Ab o u t Th is Ma n u a l
The instructions in this manual are for the M-850V and M-800V.
Before you start reading, check your model number. The
M-850V is the model used for illustration purposes. Any
differences in operation are clearly indicated in the text, for
example, “M-850V only”.
Re co rd in g cu e m a rke rs (M-850V o n ly)
While recording, you can record a special signal on the tape to
mark a specific position.
At the desired position, press CUE MARKER to record a signal.
The REC lamp flashes and a signal will be recorded on the tape.
If you want to record a signal longer than that, press CUE
MARKER as long as you want.
During cue and review, you will hear the beep sound at the
signal position. During playback with the headphones plugged
in, you will hear the signal with low frequency sound at the
signal position.
(b)
For M-850V
Replace the batteries with new ones when the BATT lamp goes
off and the Elamp flashes.
t
Notes
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The unit will play back normally for a while, even after the Elamp
flashes. However, replace the batteries as soon as you can. If you do not,
the playback cannot be made with normal sound, noise may be
recorded and the recorded sound will not be loud enough (M-850V
only).
Re co rd in g is in t e rru p t e d .
t
The VOR switch is set to H or L. When you do not use
VOR, set it to OFF.
A
Tx
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In the following cases you do not need to replace the batteries:
Du rin g CUE/REVIEW t h e t a p e st o p s o r d o e s n o t ru n .
Yo u ca n n o t fa st -fo rw a rd o r re w in d .
t
(a)
–
–
–
if the REC/ BATT lamp, or BATT lamp flashes with the playback
sound when you turn up the volume.
if the Elamp lights momentarily when the tape starts running or at
the end of the tape (M-850V only).
if the Elamp flashes during FF (CUE) or REW (REVIEW) (M-850V
only).
Notes
The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new
ones.
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We recommend recording cue markers when there is a break in the
sound.
Re co rd in g ca n n o t b e e ra se d co m p le t e ly.
The head is contaminated. See “Maintenance”.
Pla yb a ck ca n n n o t b e m a d e .
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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.
t
Insert the batteries
w ith correct
polarity.
(c)
Battery life* (Approx. hours)
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There may be cases that recorded sound is distorted in
the CUE MARKER signals are recorded.
a
portion where
t
The tape has reached the end of the reverse side. Press
nNto switch playback side to FWD.
Batteries
Recording
5 (M-850V)
14 (M-850V)
No so u n d co m e s fro m t h e sp e a ke r.
t
t
Th e so u n d d ro p s o u t o r co m e s w it h e xce ssive n o ise .
t
t
Sony manganese R03 (SB)
Sony alkaline LR03 (SG)**
6 (M-800V)
The earphone is plugged in.
The volume is turned down completely.
15 (M-800V)
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Measured valued by the standard of JEITA (Japan Electronics and
Pla yin g a Ta p e (se e Fig . C)
Information Technology Industries Association) (Using
Microcassette)
a
Sony
The volume is turned down completely.
The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new
ones.
The head is contaminated. See “Maintenance”.
Direct placement of the cassette tape on the speaker
resulted in magnetization and deteriorated tonal quality.
Use the unit away from radiowave-emitting devices such
as cellular phones.
(b)
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When using
a
Sony LR03 (SG) “STAMINA” alkaline dry batteries
1
2
Insert a cassette with the side to start playing facing the lid.
Select the tape speed to the same speed as that used for
recording.
(produced in Japan)
t
t
Note
The battery life may shorten depending on the operation of the unit.
3
4
Press nN.
Turn VOL to adjust the volume.
C
t
EAR
VOL
Ho u se cu rre n t (se e Fig . A-(d ))
At the end of the reverse side, playback stops and the unit turns
off automatically.
If you plug in headphones (not supplied) to the EAR jack, you
will get monaural output from both left and right channels.
Th e p it ch o f t h e so u n d is u n st a b le .
t
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.
The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new
ones.
The capstan and the pinch roller is contaminated. See
>
PAUSE
t
(c)
“
Maintenance”.
To
Press or slide
Ta p e sp e e d is t o o fa st o r t o o slo w in t h e p la yb a ck
m o d e .
t
nN
Polarity of the plug
CUE/
REVIEW
Stop playback/ stop fast
forward or rewind*
Tx
FAST PB
Improper setting of the TAPE SPEED switch. Set it to the
same speed as that used for recording.
The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new
ones.
(M-850V only)
Pause playback
Slide >PAUSE in the direction of the
arrow.
t
TAPE SPEED
Tape
direction
indicators
Note
Specifications for AC-E30HG vary for each area. Check your local voltage
and the shape of the plug before purchasing.
Fast forward*
Rewind*
Slide CUE/ REVIEW toward CUE during stop.
Tx
Ta p e sp e e d is fa st e r t h a n t h e n o rm a l p la yb a ck sp e e d .
t
Slide CUE/ REVIEW toward REVIEW during
stop.
The FAST PB switch (M-850V only) is slid in the direction
of the arrow.
DIR
Search forward during
playback (CUE)
Keep CUE/ REVIEW pushed down during
playback and release it at the point you want.
Ch a t t e rin g n o ise is h e a rd .
t
(d)
The reset button of the tape counter is accidentally held
and pressed. Press the button again to reset the counter to
“000.”
Search backward during Keep CUE/ REVIEW pushed up during
Re co rd in g (se e Fig . B-(a ))
playback (REVIEW)
playback and release it at the point you want.
to the w all outlet
D
Make sure that nothing is connected to MIC.
Switch playback side
DIR
Ra t t lin g n o ise is h e a rd a ft e r t h e e n d o f t h e t a p e is
re a ch e d in fa st fo rw a rd in g o r re w in d in g o p e ra t io n .
t Press Txto stop fast forwarding or rewinding.
Only standard
microcassettes have
a small indention of
side A.
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If you leave the unit after the tape has been wound or rewound, the
batteries will be consumed rapidly. Be sure to depress Tx.
1
Press the reset button of the tape counter.
Standard
Non-standard
Note
The number in the tape counter will increase when playing back the
forward side, and decrease when playing back the reverse side.
Note
to DC IN 3 V
If the tape is completely wound or rewound while searching forward/
backward during playback (CUE/ REVIEW), the CUE/ 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.
2
3
Press Tx, insert a standard microcassette with the side to
start recording facing the lid, and then close the lid. (see Fig.
B-(b)).
Ma in t e n a n ce (se e Fig . E)
AC pow er adaptor (not supplied)
To cle a n t h e t a p e h e a d a n d p a t h
Select the desired tape speed.
To in cre a se t h e p la yb a ck sp e e d (M-850V o n ly)
Slide the FAST PB switch in the direction of the arrow. The
playback speed will be increased.
To return to the original speed, slide the FAST PB switch to the
original position.
Press nNand wipe the head 1, capstan 2and the pinch
roller 3with a cotton swab, moistened with alcohol every 10
hours of use.
Approx. 5 mm
Approx. 2.5 mm
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.
1
.2 cm for longer recording time: A 60-minute recording can
To cle a n t h e e xt e rio r
Use a soft cloth slightly moistened in water. Do not use alcohol,
benzine or thinner.
be made using both sides of the MC-30 microcassette.
Choose recording sides.
E
4
To record on both sides
Slide DIR so that the FWD indicator turns
green.
Recording will start form the side facing the
cassette holder window (forward side) and
switches automatically to the reverse side at
the end of the side (Auto Reverse).
Re co rd in g /Pla yb a ck w it h t h e
Co n n e ct e d Eq u ip m e n t
Sp e cifica t io n s
Re co rd in g w it h a n Ext e rn a l Micro p h o n e
Tape
(normal position type)
Recording system
2-track 1-channel monaural
Speaker
Approx. 2.8 cm (11⁄8 in.) dia.
Connect a microphone to the MIC jack. Use a microphone of low
impedance (less then 3 kΩ). When using a plug-in-power system
microphone, the power to the microphone is supplied from this
unit.
Note
Make sure the tabs on both sides are not removed. Even if only the
tab on the reverse side is removed, recording cannot be made.
Tape speed
To record on
Slide DIR so that the REV indicator turns
green.
Recording will start form the side facing the
unit (reverse side).
a
single side
2.4 cm/
Frequency range
300 - 4 000 Hz (with TAPE SPEED switch at 2.4 cm/ s)
Input
s
(15⁄16 ips), 1.2 cm/ (15⁄32 ips)
s
Note
When recording with an external microphone, the VOR system may not
work properly because of the difference in sensitivity.
Microphone input jack (minijack/ PLUG IN POWER)
sensitivity 0.21 mV for 3 kΩ or lower impedance microphone
Output
Earphone jack (minijack) for 8 - 300 Ω earphone
Pow er output (at 10% harmonic distortion)
250 mW
Pow er requirements
3 V DC batteries size AAA (R03) × 2/ External DC 3V power sources
Re co rd in g fro m a n o t h e r t a p e re co rd e r
Connect another tape recorder to the MIC jack using the RK-
G64HG connecting cord (not supplied).
Set this unit to the recording mode and another tape recorder to
the playback mode. In this case set VOR to OFF.
Note
Make sure the tab on the reverse side is not removed.
5
6
Set VOR to H, L or OFF.
If you set VOR to H or L, the unit automatically starts
recording the sound and pauses when there is no sound
(
you can save tapes and batteries).
Dimensions (w /h/d)
Approx. 58.5 × 100 × 22.5 mm incl. projecting parts and controls
Mass
Approx. 110 g (main unit only)
Supplied accessories
Microcassette tape MC-30 (1) (European model and world model of
M-850V only)
Batteries R03 (SB) (2) (European model and world model of M-850V
only)
Carrying pouch (1) (M-850V and European model of M-800V only)
H: To record at meeting or in a quiet and/ or spacious place.
L: To record for dictation or in a noisy place.
When the sound is not loud enough, set it to OFF, or the unit
may not start recording.
Press z.
nNis pressed simultaneously and recording starts. While
the tape runs, the REC lamp (M-850V) or REC/ BATT lamp
Pre ca u t io n s
On p o w e r
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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.
(
sound.
M-800V) lights and flashes depending on the strength of the
Recording level is fixed.
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
On t h e u n it
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Use only the
unit. Non-standard cassettes cannot be used because their “L”
dimension (see illustration) is different (see Fig. D).
Do not leave the unit in a location near heat sources, or in
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.
(standard microcassettes) with this
At the end of the reverse side, recording stops and the unit turns
off automatically.
a
To
Press or slide
Stop recording
Tx
Start recording during playback
zduring playback (the unit becomes
in the recording mode)
Review the portion just recorded Push up CUE/ REVIEW toward
REVIEW during the recording.
Release the button at the point to start
playback.
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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.
Pause recording
Slide >PAUSE in the direction of
the arrow.
Take out a cassette
Tx
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.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit,
please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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