Sony TCM-AP5V Operating Instructions
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Welcome!
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Thank you for purchasing the Sony Cassette-Corder.
Some features are:
•DPC (Digital Pitch Control) allows you to adjust the
pitch of the playback sound.
•You can increase or decrease the playback tape speed
within the range of approximately +100% to –50%.
If you change the playback tape speed, the pitch will be
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automatically adjusted.
•Built-in flat microphone for clear recording of speaker's
voice.
•The BATT/REC lamps indicate the remaining battery
Operating Instructions
power in two steps and the i lamp shows when to
replace the batteries.
Mode d'emploi (au verso)
•VOR (Voice Operated Recording) system that starts and
stops recording automatically in response to the sound,
to save tapes and batteries.
•Automatic shut-off mechanism at the end of the tape (in
the recording/playback mode only).
•Stop-pause-release function—The pause switch is
released automatically when the p button is depressed,
so that you don't miss a recording chance.
z Getting Started
TCM-AP5V
Preparing a Power Source
1996 by Sony Corporation Printed in China
Choose one of the following power sources.
Dry Batteries
Make sure that nothing is connected to the DC IN 3V
For the customers in the USA
jack.
Owner's Record
The model number is located at the bottom and the serial
number is located inside the tape holder. Record the
serial number in the space provided below. Refer to
whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this
product.
Model No. TCM-AP5V
Serial No.
1
Open the battery compartment lid.
INFORMATION
2
Insert two size AA (R6) batteries (not supplied) with
correct polarity and close the lid.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
To take out the batteries
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by
To attach the battery compartment lid if it is
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
accidentally detached
to correct the interference by one or more of the following
Attach it as illustrated.
measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
Battery life (Approximate hours)
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
Sony alkaline LR6 (SG)
device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Sony R6P(SR)
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not
We recommend to use long-life alkaline batteries.
expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to
operate this equipment.
Notes
• Do not charge a dry battery.
• Do not use a new battery with an old one.
• Do not use different types of batteries.
• When you do not use the unit for a long time, remove the
This warranty is valid only in the United
batteries to avoid any damage caused by battery leakage and
States.
subsequent corrosion.
• Dry batteries will not be expended when another power source
is connected.
When to replace the batteries
Replace the batteries with new ones when the BATT/
REC lamps go off and the i lamp flashes.
The BATT/REC lamps change as illustrated:
Notes
• During FF (CUE) or REW (REVIEW), the i lamp may flash.
Only when the tape does not run properly, replace the
batteries.
• In some cases when the unit is used with rechargeable
batteries, only one BATT/REC lamp will light even though the
batteries have been fully charged.
• After the batteries have been used for a while, the BATT/REC
lamp(s) may flash with the playback sound when you turn up
the volume; however, this does not mean that you need to
replace the batteries.
• The unit will play back normally for a while even after the i
lamp flashes. However, replace the batteries as soon as you
can. If you do not, a loud noise may be emitted by the built-in
speaker or subsequent recording will not be done correctly.
• When the tape starts running or at the end of the tape the i
lamp may momentarily light. If the lamp goes off, you do not
need to replace the batteries.
House Current
AC power
adaptor
Connect the AC power adaptor to DC IN 3V and to the
wall outlet. Use the AC-E30HG AC power adaptor (not
supplied). Do not use any other AC power adaptor.
z Operating the Unit
Recording
You can record the sound easily with the built-in
microphone. Use a normal (TYPE I) tape.
Make sure that nothing is connected to the MIC jack.
Flat mic
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VOR
MIC
rREC
1
Open the cassette compartment lid.
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2
Take out any slack in the tape and insert the cassette
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with the side to start recording facing the lid.
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3
Close the cassette compartment lid.
4
Set VOR to L , H or OFF. For details, see "VOR (Voice
Operated Recording)".
5
Press r REC.
Recording starts.
Place the unit on a hard surface such as a desk with
the cassette holder side up so that the flat mic can
record effectively.
While the tape runs, the REC lamp lights and flashes
depending on the strength of the sound.
At the end of the tape, recording stops and the unit turns
Playback
Recording
off automatically.
8.5
8.5
2
2
To
Stop recording
Pause recording
Take out a cassette
* PAUSE c will be also automatically released when p STOP
is pressed (stop-pause-release function)
Note
Do not use a CrO
(TYPE II) or metal (TYPE IV) tape, otherwise
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the sound may be distorted when you play back the tape, or the
previous recording may not be erased completely.
To prevent a tape from being accidentally
recorded over
Break out and remove the cassette tabs. To reuse the tape
When batteries
light
for recording, cover the tab hole with adhesive tape.
are new
When batteries
become weak
light
Replace batteries
Playing a Tape
flash
PAUSEc
VOL
pSTOP
1
Open the cassette compartment lid.
2
Insert a cassette with the side to start playing facing
the lid.
3
Close the cassette compartment lid.
4
Press ( PLAY then adjust the volume.
At the end of the tape, playback stops and the unit turns
off automatically.
To
Press or slide
y
Stop playback/stop
p STOP
fast forward or rewind
y
Pause playback
PAUSE c
To release pause playback, release
DC IN 3V
PAUSE c*
Fast forward**
) FF/CUE during stop
Rewind**
0 REW/REVIEW during stop
Search forward
Press and hold ) FF/CUE and release
during playback
it at the point you want
(CUE)
Search backward
Press and hold 0 REW/REVIEW and
Polarity of the plug
during playback
release it at the point you want
(REVIEW)
Take out a cassette
Press p STOP and open the cassette
compartment lid by hand.
* PAUSE c will be also automatically released when p
STOP 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
depress p STOP.
Using Various Functions
MIC
rREC
REC lamp
0REW/REVIEW
Using tape counter
Before recording, press the counter reset button to set the
)FF/CUE
TAPE COUNTER to 000. It is useful to search the
0REW/
beginning of the recording.
REVIEW
pSTOP
VOR (Voice Operated Recording)
Set VOR to L or H. Press r REC, and the unit
automatically starts recording the sound and pauses
when there is no sound (you can save tapes and
batteries). You can set VOR to L or H during recording
too.
H: To record at meetings or in a quiet place.
L: To record for dictation in a noisy place.
When you use this system in a noisy place the unit stays
in the recording mode. If the sound is too soft, on the
contrary, the unit will not start recording. Set VOR to L
(low) or H (high) depending on the conditions. When
you do not use this function, set VOR to OFF.
Notes
• The VOR system depends on the environment conditions. If
you cannot get the desired results, set VOR to OFF.
• When using the VOR system, the unit starts recording only
when a sound is detected, therefore, the beginning of the word
may not be recorded. For an important recording, we
recommend setting VOR to OFF.
To monitor the sound while recording
Connect an earphone (not supplied) firmly to the EAR
jack. The sound of monitoring cannot be adjusted by
Press or slide
VOL. The recording level is fixed.
p STOP
Start recording during playback
PAUSE c
To release pause recording, release
Press r REC during playback, recording starts
PAUSE c*.
immediately. It is useful when you want to re-record the
Press p STOP and open the cassette
portion which was just recorded.
compartment lid by hand.
Review the portion just recorded
Press 0REW/REVIEW during recording. Release the
button at the point to start playback.
When the tape comes to an end
(automatic shut-off mechanism)
Recording or playback stops and the unit turns off
automatically.
DPC (Digital Pitch Control) and
Side A
Speed Control Function
Tab for side A
How to adjust the pitch combined with the tape
playback speed
Adjust SPEED/PITCH CONTROL as follows:
To play back
Set SPEED/PITCH CONTROL to
slower
SLOW
at normal speed
Center
faster
FAST
Notes
• Even though you use DPC, you cannot acquire the same pitch
as the original. The tone will be somewhat different from the
original.
• When the power of the batteries is weak, the SPEED/PITCH
CONTROL may make noise if you turn it fast. In that case turn
it slowly or change the batteries.
)FF/CUE
• When SPEED/PITCH CONTROL is turned or the volume is
adjusted during playback, BATT/REC lamps may flicker.
0REW/
REVIEW
(PLAY
Recording from Various Sound
Sources
Notes (Before recording)
• When connecting cords, be sure you connect plugs firmly.
• Make a trial recording to make sure that you made connections
correctly and adjusted the volume properly.
• The following examples use Sony products. If you have any
problem when using other products, read the instruction
manual of those products.
Recording with an External Microphone
Connect a microphone to the MIC jack. The built-in
microphone will be disconnected and the sound through
the external microphone will be recorded.
When using a plug-in-power system microphone, the
power to the microphone is supplied from this unit.
Microphone of low impedance (less than
3 kilohms) such as ECM-T115 (not supplied)
MIC
TCM-AP5V
EAR
To start recording, insert a cassette and press r REC.
TAPE COUNTER
Note
When recording with an external microphone, the VOR system
may not work properly because of the difference in sensitivity.
Recording from Another Equipment
y y
VOR
Connect another equipment to the MIC jack using the
RK-G64HG connecting cord (not supplied).
y y
MIC
y y
RK-G64HG connecting cord (not supplied)
EAR, EARPHONE, @, or
REC OUT,†
TCM-AP5V
1
Insert a cassette.
2
Adjust the sound of the connected equipment.
3
Press r REC.
z Additional Information
Precautions
On power
Operate the unit only on 3V 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
AA (R6) batteries.
On the unit
•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.
•If the unit has not been used for a long time, set it in the
playback mode and warm it up for a few minutes
before inserting a tape.
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.
On tapes longer than 90 minutes
We do not recommend the use of tapes longer than 90
minutes except for a long continuous recording or
playback. They are very thin and tend to be stretched
easily.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your
unit, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Troubleshooting
Should any problem persist after you have made these
checks, consult your nearest sony dealer.
Recording cannot be made.
m No cassette is inserted.
m The tab on the tape has been removed. To reuse the
tape for recording, cover the tab hole with adhesive
tape.
m The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with
new ones.
m The record/playback head is contaminated.
Playback cannot be made.
m The tape has reached the end. Rewind the tape.
m The record/playback head is contaminated.
During CUE/REVIEW the tape stops or does not
run.
You cannot fast-forward or rewind.
m The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with
new ones.
The unit does not operate.
m The batteries have been inserted with incorrect
polarity.
m The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with
new ones.
m PAUSE c is slid in the direction of the arrow.
m The AC power adaptor or car battery cord is not
firmly connected.
m The batteries have been inserted, but
simultaneously the AC power adaptor is connected
and not to be done to the wall outlet.
No sound comes from the speaker.
m The earphone is plugged in.
m The volume is turned down completely.
The sound drops out, sound quality becomes
worse or sound has excessive noise.
m The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with
new ones.
m The record/playback head is contaminated.
m If the cassette has been put on a speaker without its
case, the sound quality may be distorted.
m CrO
(TYPE II) or metal (TYPE IV) tape is used.
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Recording is interrupted.
m VOR is set to L or H. When you do not use VOR,
set it to OFF.
The sound is not stable and becomes out of
pitch suddenly.
m SPEED/PITCH CONTROL is set at a point other
than the center.
m The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with
new ones.
m The capstan and pinch-rollers are contaminated.
Recording cannot be erased completely.
m The erase head is contaminated.
Tape speed is too fast or too slow in the
playback mode.
m SPEED/PITCH CONTROL is set at a point other
than the center.
While operating, some noise is heard.
m The counter reset button is pressed incorrectly.
Press it correctly to set to 000.
When the tape has reached the end after fast
forward or rewind, noise is heard.
m The unit is not in stop mode. Press pSTOP.
Maintenance
Pinch-roller
Capstan
Audio equipment
Erase head
Record/playback head
Cotton swab
To clean the tape heads and path
Depress rREC while pushing the lever.
Wipe the heads, pinch rollers, and the capstans 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.
Specifications
Recording system
2-track 1 channel monaural
Frequency range
250 – 6,300 Hz
Speaker
Approx. 3.6 cm (1
7
/
in.) dia.
16
Power output
150 mW (at 10 % harmonic distortion)
Input
Microphone input jack (minijack) sensitivity 0.2 mV for
3 kilohms or lower impedance microphone
Output
Earphone jack (minijack) for 10 kilohms or lower impedance
earphone
Variable range of the tape speed
from +100% to –50%
Power requirements
3V DC
Two size AA (R6) batteries
Dimensions (w/h/d) (incl. projecting parts and
controls)
Approx. 90.9
113.0
37.8 mm
5
1
1
(3
/
4
/
1
/
in.)
8
2
2
Mass
Approx. 205 g (7.3 oz.) not incl. batteries
Approx. 275 g (9.8 oz.) incl. batteries and cassette
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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