Dictaphone 1244 User manual

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Operating
Instructions

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CONTENTS
Machine Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iv
Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Recording and Editing . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Additional Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Français . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Deutsch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Español . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Português . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

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MACHINE LAYOUT
1 Security Lock
2 Slide Control Record/Stop/Play/Rewind
3 LED for Record Mode and Low
Battery Indication
4 VOX Switch (Voice Activated Control)
5 Dictate/Conference Switch
6 Remote Microphone Jack
7 Microphone
8 Volume Control for Playback
9 Cassette Compartment
10 Speaker
11 AC Adapter Jack
12 Battery Compartment
13 Cassette and Battery Compartment Cover
14 Fast Play and Instruction Cues

DESCRIPTION
The Dictaphone Model 1244 portable recorder is a
compact minicassette recorder that provides the
following features:
•Conference recording
•VOX recording
•Record indicator
•Low battery indicator
•Fast play with audible feedback
•End-of-cassette warning tone
•Interview recording
•Choice of two power sources
The Model 1244 recorder comes packaged with an
M-30 minicassette, but does not include batteries.
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GETTING STARTED
Loading Batteries
To load batteries:
•Slide front cover down and remove completely.
•Insert 2 AAA alkaline batteries (or nickel-cadmium
rechargeable battery pack) into battery
compartment.
The optional AC Adapter can be used instead
of batteries to power your Model 1244 portable
recorder:
To use the optional AC Adapter:
•Insert the power cord into the external power
jack (DC 3V).
•Connect the plug to a grounded AC wall outlet.
Caution: Use of other than the proper adapter may
apply improper voltage and may damage your
portable recorder.
Inserting Cassette
To insert cassette:
•Move the Slide Control to Stop position.
•Slide front cover down to access cassette
compartment.
•Insert minicassette with Side 1 facing upward and
exposed tape on the left.
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RECORDING AND EDITING
Recording Dictation
To record dictation:
•Move Lock switch left to Off position.
•Move the Slide Control up to Rec position.
Record LED indicator will illuminate.
Reviewing and Correcting
To review your dictation:
•Move Slide Control down and hold in
Rew position. Tape rewinds with
audible feedback.
•Release Slide Control to return automatically
to Play mode for reviewing dictation.
•Adjust Vol control.
•To make corrections, locate the dictation
you want to change and record over
unwanted dictation.
Forward Scanning
Use Fast Play for high speed review of
your dictation:
•Move the Slide Control to Play.
•Press the F. Play button.

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Reviewing and Editing Your Dictation
Reviewing:
•Move and hold the Slide Control in Rew.
Recorded areas on the tape produce audible
feedback
•Release the Slide Control to begin playback.
Adjust the Volume Control as needed.
Ending Your Dictation
When recording is complete:
•Move the Slide Control to the Stop position.
•Slide the Security Lock to the right to lock the
Slide Control. (Orange flag is visible when
recorder is locked.)
NOTE: If the Slide Control is not locked, it could be
moved accidentally, causing the battery power to be
drained or recording to be erased.

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End of Letter Cues
The Alert Indexing feature permits you to record
cue tones to mark the end of letters. These tones
assist the transcriptionist in locating and processing
your dictation more efficiently.
To record a cue at the end of each letter:
•With the slide control in the Rec position, briefly
press and release the F. Play button. A single
tone is generated.
•During review, either the author or a
transcriptionist can easily locate a specific letter
if the number of the cue has been noted.
Instruction Cues
Instruction Marks - to mark the location of an
instruction
•Move the Slide Control to the Rec position and
press the F. Play twice, and then dictate your
instruction.

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ADDITIONAL FEATURES
Microphone Recording
Plugging an external microphone into the
unit’s Mic Jack automatically disconnects the
built-in mic.
•Plug the Microphone into the Mic jack.
•Move the Slide Control to Rec and begin
dictating. The Record/Battery LED indicator
will illuminate.
Telephone Recording
Plugging the Telephone Record Adapter into the
unit’s MIC jack disconnects the built-in mic.
•Plug the Telephone Record Adapter into the
Mic jack.
•Move the Slide Control to Rec and begin
dictating. The Record/Battery LED indicator
will illuminate.
Conference Recording
The Model 1244 minicassette portable recorder can
be used to record conferences, meetings, seminars,
interviews, etc.
To record conferences:
•Move the Dict/Conf switch to Conf position.
•Move the On/Off switch to the On position.
•Move the slide control to Rec position.
•Place the recorder in a central location.

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Interview Recording
An optional Remote Microphones can be used for
interview or conference recording.
•Plug the remote microphone into the mic jack.
•Move the Slide Control to the Rec position, and
hold the microphone about three inches from the
person speaking.
VOX Recording
Voice-activated recording can be used for either
hand-held or hands-free dictation.
To use voice-activated recording:
•Move the Dict/Conf switch to Conf position (if the
recorder will be more than three inches away
from your mouth).
•Move the Vox switch on the top panel to the
On position.
•Move the Vol control to the right (typically above
the midpoint) to adjust the sound level at which
the tape starts moving.
•Move the slide control to Rec position.
•Recording begins when you start speaking and
stops when you stop speaking. (There is a few-
second delay after you stop speaking in case you
want to continue recording again.)

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Convenience Features
•Record Indicator: The red Record indicator
(LED) illuminates while you are recording.
•Low Battery Indicator: If battery power is too low,
the Record LED will not illuminate when you
attempt to record.
•End-of-Tape-Warning: A warning tone sounds
when you reach the end of the tape in Play or
REC modes.
•No Cassette Warning: A warning tone sounds if
you attempt to record without a cassette.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
AAA A/C Adapter/Charger
Allows the unit to operate on AC power and can be
used to charge nickel cadmium battery packs.
To use the optional AC adapter:
•Insert the power cord into the AC Adapter Jack
(DC 3V) on the left side panel of the recorder.
•Connect the plug into the proper AC wall
outlet: 120V 60 hz, 220V 50 hz, 240V 50 hz.

Optional Accessories and Supplies
•Lapel Microphone –Miniature clip on microphone
for hands free recording.
•Remote Microphone –Compact microphone for
interview recording.
•Conference Microphone –Compact high
sensitivity microphone
•Telephone Record Adapter –Permits recording
of two-way telephone conversations.
•Dictaphone Bulk Eraser –Permits rapid erasure
of minicassettes.
•M-30 Minicassettes –Box of 5 high quality
leaderless minicassettes.
•AAA AC Adapter/Charger –Allows the unit to
operate on AC power and can be used to charge
nickel-cadmium battery packs.
Caution: Use of other than the proper adapter may
apply improper voltage to your portable dictation
equipment and damage the unit.
AAA Alkaline Batteries
AAA Nickel-Cadmium Rechargeable Battery Pack
Carrying Case –Protective vinyl zippered cover.
NOTE: Some accessories may not be available in
every country.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Height: 114 mm (4.5 in.)
Width: 51 mm (2.0 in.)
Thickness: 24.5 mm (1.0 in.)
Weight: 170g (6 oz.)
Power Source: Two 1.5 v AAA or AC adapter
Media: M-30 Minicassette
Recording Time: 15 minutes per side
Tape Speed: 4 cm/sec (1.6 in./sec. nominal)
Rewind Time: 100 sec.
Frequency Response: 300 - 5,000 hz
Distortion: 8% max
S/N Ratio: 30 db min.
Speaker Output: 200 mw
Recharging Time: The rechargeable battery pack
can be charged in 8 hours or
overnight.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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© 1999 Dictaphone Corporation
Model 1244 8/99 L-2466
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