GE 3-5156 User manual

MODEL
3-5156
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THIS PRODUCT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
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PERSONAL COMPUTER
CASSETTE DATA RECORDER
SYSTEM
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DATA CON CASSETTE DE
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RECORD SERIAL NUMBER
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Controls and Features
ACCESSORY JACKS
Data Recorder — Model No. 3 5148
1. Cassette Compartment
8. One Button Record — Depress Record Button to record pro
gram or data on cassette. (PLAY button will automaticall
engage.)
3. Play — Press to load program or data into Computer.
4. Rewind/Re iew — Press to skip over portions of tape in a
reverse direction. When desired position is reached, push
STOP. Also permits momentar review (or rewind) while
recorder is in PLAY mode. Press and hold. Normal pla opera
tion resumes when released.
5. rast Forward/Pre iew — Press to skip over portions of tape
in a forward direction. When desired position is reached, push
STOP. Also permits momentar preview (or fast forward) while
recorder is in PLAY mode. Press and hold. Release to continue
normal pla operation.
6. Stop/Eject — Press to stop an operating mode. Returns
push buttons to up (off) position. Press again to open cassette
compartment door and release cassette.
7. Pause Button — Stops tape while in PLAY or RECORD mode.
To continue operation, depress PAUSE button again.
8. Program Locator / Reset Button — Used to reference the ap
proximate tape location of a program or data. Reset button
returns counter to “000".
9. Monitor Le el Switch — Permits monitoring of the signals
through the speaker while pla ing. To monitor, place switch in
HI or LO position.
10. Monitor Speaker — Volume controlled through monitor level
switch.
11. Data Le el Control — Adjusts signal volume level of output
from Data Recorder to computer.
18. Record LED — While in RECORD mode, LED blinks to in
dicate the intensit level of the signal being recorded.
13. Play/Batt LED — Lights when unit is in PLAY mode. If light
becomes dim or does not light, replace batteries.
14. 6V DC Jack — Jack for AC Power Converter when 120V AC
household power is used.
18. Earphone Jack — Output from Recorder to Computer.
16. Remote Microphone Jack — Input to Recorder from
Computer.
17. Remote On/Off Jack — When connected, allows for com
puter control of tape during data input/output.
18. AC Power Con erter — Plugs into 6V DC Input Jack on
Recorder or Interface when using 120V AC household power
operation.
19. Systems Switch (on bottom of Data Recorder)
• ATARI Position — For use with Atari Computers
• ALL OTHER Position — For other Home Computers
(including Commodore)
Interface Unit — Model No. 3 5149
(Tor use with Model 3-8148 Data Recorder when using Atari/
Commodore Computer Systems)
80. Interconnect Cable — 2 included: 1 for use with Atari Com
puters and 1 for Commodore Computers
81. Interface Connections to Model 3-8148 Data Recorder
Ear — 6V DC — Mic & Remote
88. Le el LED Indicator — When DATA LEVEL Control on
recorder is properl adjusted, LED indicator will light and re
main on.
83. 6V DC Jack — When using Interface Unit with Data Recorder,
the AC Power Converter plugs into this 6V DC jack. Batter
operation is not possible when using the Atari/Commodore In
terface S stem.

FROM GENERAL ELECTRIC . . . A Computer Cas
sette Data Recorder S stem designed for use with man home com
puter s stems. Includes unique Interface with separate Intercon
nect cables for use with Atari and Commodore Home Computers.
Prior to using our Computer Program Data Recorder, please read
the following instructions carefull .
TO USE YOUR DATA
RECORDER WITH ATARI
HOME COMPUTERS
(Used with external AC power converter only)
PRELIMINARY SET-UP
1. Ensure SYSTEM switch, located on bottom of Data Recorder is
set, to position marked, “ATARI".
2. Connect the plugs from the Interface unit to the 6V DC, Ear, Mic
and Remote jacks on the Data Recorder.
3. Plug the AC Power Converter into the 6V DC jack on the Inter
face unit and into 120V AC household power outlet.
4. Plug the Atari Interconnect Cable into the Interface unit and the
other end into our Atari Home Computer S stem.
CASSETTE INSERTION
1. To insert or remove cassette when RECORD or PLAY button is
'depressed, ou must first press STOP/EJECT button (return all
buttons to “ off” position), then depress STOP/EJECT button
again to open CASSETTE CARRY DOOR.
NOTE: An internal interlock prevents the cassette door from
opening unless all controls are in off (up) position.
2. Insert cassette with the exposed tape facing the push buttons.
Gentl slide into the CASSETTE CARRY DOOR with the full reel
of tape to the left.
IMPORTANT: To avoid possible loss of data at the beginning of the
tape during recording or pla back resulting in an “error” read/write
b the computer, be sure the tape leader is advanced prior to recor
ding or pla ing back a tape.
TO SAVE (Record) DATA
(Computer to Tape)
1. Insert a blank cassette in the Computer Program Data Record
er. Rewind to the beginning of the tape. (If ou are adding an
additional program to the tape,
push the Program Locator Reset
Button so that “000” appears in
the Program Locator window and,
then, fast forward to locate the
end of our previousl recorded
programs).
2. On our computer, t pe CSAVE and press RETURN. Two beeps
will be heard.
3. Push RECORD button. (PLAY button will automaticall depress
at the same time.)
4. Press RETURN on computer ke board.
5. When recording of information is complete, push the STOP I
EJECT button on the recorder.
NOTE: In the unlikel event that interference occurs to other peri
pheral equipment, such as a printer, modem, etc., during the
“SAVE” mode, unplug the Interface “ EAR" plug from the back of the
recorder during the “SAVE” operation. Be sure to reconnect this
plug after “SAVE” operation is complete to allow NORMAL “ LOAD"
operation.
RECORD (REC) LED INDICATOR
When in RECORD mode, the LED on the Interface unit and the REC
LED on the Data Recorder will blink to indicate the intensit of the
signal level being recorded.
NOTE: Normall , the DATA LEVEL control must be
set at 1/4 position or higher setting to activate LED.
RECORD MONITORING
When recording, ou can monitor (listen to) what is being record
ed through the PROGRAM MONITOR SPEAKER. Set MONITOR
LEVEL switch to LO or HI posi- MONITOR LEVEL
tion for preferred listening level.
Switch MONITOR LEVEL to OFF
to turn off PROGRAM MONITOR
SPEAKER.
TO LOAD COMPUTER
(Tape to Computer)
1. Insert Cassette into recorder.
2. Position cassette tape so the start is slightl prior to the desired
program. If desired program is not at the beginning of the tape,
use PROGRAM LOCATOR/DIGITAL COUNTER to locate its
previousl noted position.
3. Set DATA LEVEL control to ( T ) indicator on scale, as a starting
point The DATA LEVEL control setting is critical for proper loading
of data into the comp ter, and may req ire some f rther ad
j stments, depending on yo r comp ter and/or the tape sed.
DATA LEVEL
4. On the computer ke board, t pe CLOAD and depress RETURN.
A beep will sound.
5. Press PLAY button on the Data Recorder and press RETURN
again on the computer ke board.
6. With the MONITOR Switch in either the LO or HI position, ou
will hear a stead tone when the program starts; then, im
mediatel adjust the DATA LEVEL control on the recorder to the
point where the LEVEL LED on the Interface unit lights in
dicating the Data Recorder LEVEL control is properl adjusted.
7. After loading is complete, screen will prompt, “ READY”.
NOTE: Since tapes of different qualit will require a different DATA
LEVEL control setting, ou ma have to experiment with the setting
to insure optimum performance.
PLAY/BATT LED INDICATOR
When the Data Recorder is in PLAY mode, LED will
light and remain ON.
PLAY
BATT
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COUNTER
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TO USE WITH ATARI HOME COMPUTER

USING THE PROGRAM LOCATOR
If ou intend to record more than one program per tape side, start
the tape at the beginning (magnetized portion). Set the PROGRAM
LOCATOR to “000” b pushing the RESET button. Record our pro
gram onto the cassette, allowing the tape to run at least 10 counts
past the end of the program. Make note of the PROGRAM LOCA
TOR number for the start and end of each program so ou can later
easil locate the desired program.
To select a particular program later, start the tape at the beginning,
set the PROGRAM LOCATOR to “000” and push the Fast Forward
(F-FWD) button. Wind the tape until the corresponding number for
the start of the desired program appears in the LOCATOR window.
The digital PROGRAM LOCATOR does not indicate actual distance
in units of measure but onl determines the relative position of each
program. You ma find it necessar to Rewind (RWD) or Fast For
ward (F-FWD) a few counts to arrive at the start of the program, par
ticularl if the program was recorded on another recorder.
PAUSE CONTROL
Your recorder is equipped with a convenient PAUSE control which
will stop PLAY and RECORD operation. Press PAUSE button to
stop PLAY or RECORD operation, and press again for continued
operation.
RECORD PLAY REWIND F-FWD STOP/EJECT PAUSE
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REWIND/REVIEW
(REW/REV)
• REWIND (REW): While in OFF position (all buttons up), depress
REWIND button to run the tape back to the beginning or to an
point of our recording. Depress STOP/EJECT button after ou
have rewound the desired amount.
• REVIEW (REV): While in PLAY position, ou can momentaril
review (or rewind) a portion of the recorded tape. Push the RE
WIND/REVIEW button and the tape will rewind until ou release
it, then the unit will resume its normal pla operation. This
feature allows quick scanning without resetting the controls.
FAST FORWARD/PREVIEW
(F-FWD/PREV)
• FAST FORWARD (F-FWD): While in OFF position (all buttons up),
depress F-FWD button, which remains depressed, to skip over
portions of the tape quickl . Depress STOP/EJECT button after
ou have advanced the desired amount of tape.
• PREVIEW (PREV): While in PLAY position, ou can momentaril
preview (or fast forward) our recorded tape. Press and hold the
FAST FORWARD/PREVIEW button and the tape will advance.
To stop the tape, merel release the button and continue PLAY
operation.
NOTE: If the REVIEW or PREVIEW feature is used while in record, the
RECORD button will automaticall disengage. This is to prevent ac
cidental erasure.
AUTOMATIC STOP
When the Data Recorder is in PLAY or RECORD mode and the end
of the tape is reached, the unit will automaticall shut itself off and
return the engaged button to its off position.
TAPE ERASE
There are two wa s to erase tape:
1. Record over unwanted programs.
2. B inserting TAPE ERASE plug, Accessor No. 5-1804, into the
MIC jack and pressing the RECORD button. When ou have
erased the tape, the recorder will shut off automaticall .
CLEANING THE HEADS
Iron oxide particles from the magnetic tape will, in time, build up on
the parts that come into direct contact with the tape. These depo
sits can sometimes prevent automatic stop at the end of the tape or
cause incomplete erasure and a “ muffled” sound during pla back.
Clean areas indicated after every 40 ho rs of se.
With the cassette door open, the parts indicated can be cleaned
(gentl ) with the optional head cleaner in Tape Care Kit No. 5-1715.
Another convenient method is to use the optional cassette head
cleaning tape, No. 5-1108.
PREVENT
ACCIDENTAL ERASURE
When ou have a recording ou want to keep permanentl , break off
the rear left tab of the side ou want to save as shown in the follow-
When a cassette with the tab broken off is inserted into the tape
unit, accidental erasure is prevented b a lever in the mechanism
that keeps the REC button lever from depressing. Cellophane tape
can be placed over the opening if ou later decide to record over the
original recording.
PLEASE NOTE: Your machine is equipped with a cassette sensing
mechanism. This mechanism prevents the RECORD button from
being depressed when cassette is not in unit.
CHECK LIST
In case of difficult , check the following before seeking service:
• Be sure DATA LEVEL control is properl set. LEVEL LED on
Interface unit should light and remain ON while inputting data in
to the computer.
NOTE: LEVEL LED ma momentaril blink. This is normal
depending on data input.
• Be sure both the RECORD and PLAY buttons are depressed
when recording.
• Be sure recording tabs on the cassettes are not broken off when
tr ing to record.
• Be sure Interface Unit and Interconnect cables are properl and
securel connected.
• Be sure AC Adapter is securel plugged into the Interface Unit
and 120V AC power outlet.
SERVICE
This product should be serviced onl b those speciall trained
in appropriate servicing techniques. Competent sen/ice can be
obtained from General Electric authorized service facilities. You
ma obtain the name and address of the nearest authorized serv
ice facilit b telephoning, toll-free, The GE Answer Center ™ on
800.626.2000,
Attach our sales receipt to the booklet for future reference or jot
down the date this product was purchased or received as a gift. This
information will be valuable if service should be required during the
warrant period.
Purchase D ate _______________________________________________
Name of Store _______________________________________________

TO USE YOUR DATA
RECORDER WITH
COMMODORE HOME
COMPUTERS
(Used with external AC power converter only)
PRELIMINARY SET-UP
1. Ensure SYSTEM switch, located on bottom of Data Recorder is
set to position marked, “ALL OTHER".
2. Connect the plugs from the Interface Unit to the 6V DC, Ear, Mic
and Remote jacks on the Data Recorder.
3. Plug the AC Power Converter into the 6V DC jack on the Inter
face Unit and into 120V AC household power outlet.
4. Plug the Commodore Interconnect Cable into the Interface Unit
and the other end into our Commodore Home Computer
S stem.
CASSETTE INSERTION
1. To insert or remove cassette when RECORD or PLAY button is
depressed, ou must first press STOP/EJECT button (return all
buttons to off position), then depress STOP/EJECT button again
to open CASSETTE CARRY DOOR.
2.
NOTE: An internal interlock prevents the cassette door from
opening unless all controls are in off (up) position.
Insert cassette with the exposed tape facing the push buttons.
Gentl slide into the CASSETTE CARRY DOOR with the full reel
of tape to the left.
IMPORTANT: To avoid possible loss of data at the beginning of the
tape during recording or pla back resulting in an “error” read/write
b the computer, be sure the tape leader is advanced prior to record
ing or pla ing back a tape.
TO SAVE (Record) DATA
(Computer to Tape)
1. Insert a blank cassette in the Com
puter Program Data Recorder. Re
wind to the beginning of the tape. (If
ou are adding an additional program
to the tape, push Program Locator
Reset Button so that “000” appears
in the Program Locator window and,
COUNTER
then, fast forward to locate the end of our previousl recorded
programs).
2. On our computer, t pe SAVE or SAVE plus “ PROGRAM NAME”
and press RETURN. (Screen will indicate, “Press PLAY and
RECORD” .
3. Push RECORD button and PLAY button will automaticall
depress at the same time. (Screen will blank.)
4. Press RETURN on computer ke board.
5. When recording of information is complete, Screen will give
READY prompt. Then, push STOP/EJECT button.
NOTE: In the unlikel event that interference occurs to other peri
pheral equipment, such as a printer, modem, etc., during the
“SAVE” mode, unplug the Interface “ EAR” plug from the back of the
recorder during the “SAVE” operation. Be sure to reconnect this
plug after “SAVE” operation is complete to allow NORMAL “ LOAD”
operation.
RECORD (REC) LED INDICATOR
When in RECORD mode, the LED on the Interface unit and the REC
LED on the Data Recorder will blink to indicate the intensit of the
signal level being recorded. r e c
NOTE: Normall , the DATA LEVEL control must be
set at 1/4 position or higher setting to activate LED.
RECORD MONITORING
When recording, ou can monitor (listen to) what is being recorded
through the PROGRAM MONITOR SPEAKER. Set MONITOR
LEVEL switch to LO or HI posi
tion for preferred listening level.
Switch MONITOR LEVEL to OFF
to turn off PROGRAM MONITOR
SPEAKER.
TO LOAD COMPUTER
(Tape to Computer)
MONITOR LEVEL
OFF^ ^ fHI
Insert Cassette into recorder.
Postion cassette tape so the start is slightl prior to the desired
program. If desired program is not at the beginning of the tape,
use PROGRAM LOCATOR/DIGITAL COUNTER to locate its
previousl noted position.
Set DATA LEVEL control to ( T ) indicator on scale, as a starting
point The DATA LEVEL control setting is critical for proper loading
of data into the comp ter, and may req ire some f rther ad
j stments, depending on yo r comp ter and/or the tape sed.
DATA LEVEL
I I I II I M I I I I I I iTl I I I I
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4.
5.
T pe LOAD and press RETURN on the computer ke board. Com
puter will respond with, “ Press PLAY on tape” .
Press PLAY button on the Data Recorder. (Screen turns blank.)
With the MONITOR switch in either the LO or HI position, ou
will hear a stead tone when the program starts; then, im
mediatel adjust the DATA LEVEL control on the recorder to the
point where the LEVEL LED on the Interface unit lights in
dicating the Data Recorder LEVEL control is properl adjusted.
After program is found, the screen will displa “FOUND” or
“FOUND” plus “PROGRAM NAME”. There will be a pause or
dela of several seconds before loading. Screen will blank out.
6. After loading is complete, screen will prompt, “ READY”.
NOTE: Since tapes of different qualit will require a different DATA
LEVEL control setting, ou ma have to experiment with the setting
to insure optimum performance.
PLAY/BATT LED INDICATOR
When the Data Recorder is in PLAY mode, LED will
light and remain ON.
PLAY
BATT
S
TO USE WITH COMMODORE HOME computer

USING THE
PROGRAM LOCATOR
If ou intend to record more than one program per tape side, start
the tape at the beginning (magnetized portion). Set the PROGRAM
LOCATOR to “000” b pushing the RESET button. Record our pro
gram onto the cassette, allowing the tape to run at least 10 counts
past the end of the program. Make note of the PROGRAM LOCA
TOR for the start and end of each program so ou can later easil
locate the desired program.
To select a particular program later, start the tape at the beginning,
set the PROGRAM LOCATOR to “000" and push the Fast Forward
(F-FWD) button. Wind the tape until the corresponding number for
the start of the desired program appears in the LOCATOR window.
The digital PROGRAM LOCATOR does not indicate actual distance
in units of measure but onl determines the relative position of each
program. You ma find it necessar to Rewind (RWD) or Fast For
ward (F-FWD) a few counts to arrive at the start of the program, par
ticularl if the program was recorded on another recorder.
PAUSE CONTROL
Your recorder is equipped with a convenient PAUSE control which
will stop PLAY and RECORD operation. Press PAUSE button to
stop PUW or RECORD operation, and press again for continued
operation.
RECORD PLAY REWIND F-FWD STOP/EJECT PAUSE
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REWIND/REVIEW (REW/REV)
• REWIND (REW): While in OFF position (all buttons up), depress
REWIND button, to run the tape back to the beginning or to an
point of our recording. Depress STOP/EJECT button after ou
have rewound the desired amount.
• REVIEW (REV): While in PLAY position ou can momentaril
review (or rewind) a portion of the recorded tape. Push the
REWIND/REVIEW button and the tape will rewind until ou
release it, then the unit will resume its normal pla operation. This
feature allows quick scanning without resetting the controls.
FAST FORWARD/PREVIEW
(F-FWD/PREV)
• FAST FORWARD (F-FWD): While in OFF position (all buttons up),
depress F-FWD button, which remains depressed, to skip over
portions of the tape quickl . Depress STOP/EJECT button after
ou have advanced the desired amount of tape.
• PREVIEW (PREV): While in PLAY position, ou caa momentaril
preview (or fast forward) our recorded tape. Press and hold the
FAST FORWARD/PREVIEW button and the tape will advance. To
stop the tape, merel release the button and continue PLAY
operation.
NOTE: If the REVIEW or PREVIEW feature is used while in record,
the RECORD button will automaticall disengage. This is to prevent
accidental erasure.
AUTOMATIC STOP
When the Data Recorder is in PLAY or RECORD mode and the end
of the tape is reached, the unit will automaticall shut itself off and
return the engaged button to its off position.
TAPE ERASE
There are two wa s to erase tape:
1. Record over unwanted programs.
2. B inserting TAPE ERASE plug, Accessor No. 5-1804, into the
MIC jack and pressing the RECORD button. When ou have
erased the tape, the recorder will shut off automaticall .
CLEANING THE HEADS
Iron oxide particles from the magnetic tape will, in time, build up on
the parts that come into direct contact with the tape. These
deposits can sometimes prevent automatic stop at the end of the
tape or cause incomplete erasure and a “muffled” sound during
pla back.
Clean areas indicated after every 40 ho rs of se.
With the cassette door open, the parts indicated can be cleaned
(gentl ) with the optional head cleaner in Tape Care Kit No. 5-1715.
Another convenient method is to use the optional cassette head
cleaning tape, No. 5-1108.
PREVENT ACCIDENTAL ERASURE
When ou have a recording ou want to keep permanentl , break off
the rear left tab of the side ou want to save as shown in the follow-
When a cassette with the tab broken off is inserted into the tape
unit, accidental erasure is prevented b a lever in the mechanism
that keeps the REC button lever from depressing. Cellophane tape
can be placed over the opening if ou later decide to record over the
original recording.
PLEASE NOTE: Your machine is equipped with a cassette sensing
mechanism. This mechanism prevents the RECORD button from
being depressed when cassette is not in unit.
CHECK LIST
In case of difficult , check the following before seeking service:
• Be sure DATA LEVEL control is properl set. LEVEL LED on In-
' terface Unit should light and remain ON while inputting data into
the computer.
NOTE: LEVEL LED ma momentaril blink. This is normal
depending on data input.
• Be sure both the RECORD and PLAY buttons are depressed
when recording.
• Be sure recording tabs on the cassettes are not broken out when
tr ing to record.
• Be sure Interface Unit and Interconnect cables are properl and
securel connected.
• Be sure AC Adapter is securel plugged into the Interface Unit
and 120V AC power outlet.
SERVICE
This product should be sen/iced onl b those speciall trained
in appropriate servicing techniques. Competent service can be
obtained from General Electric authorized service facilities. You ma
obtain the name and address of the nearest authorized service
facilit b telephoning, toll-free, The GE Answer Center ™ on
800.626.2000,
Attach our sales receipt to the booklet for future reference or jot
down the date this product was purchased or received as a gift. This
information will be valuable if service should be required during the
warrant period.
Purchase D ate _______________________________________________
Name of Store _______________________________________________
6

TO USE YOUR DATA
RECORDER WITH
HOME COMPUTERS OTHER
THAN ATARI/COMMODORE
(Interface unit not required)
BATTERY OPERATION
1. Remove batter compartment door (located on cabinet bottom)
b pressing it inward in direction of arrow and slide off cabinet
bottom.
2. Insert 4 “AA”-size batteries (not included) into batter compart
ment. Be sure the (+) or cap end of each batter is installed as
shown inside the batter compartment.
3. Replace batter door.
AA -SIZE
BATTERIES
IMPORTANT: Be sure to remove the batteries when storing the set
for more than a few weeks at a time. Leak batteries can badl
damage the recorder. Alwa s push STOP/EJECT button before stor
ing. This will relieve pressure on certain parts in the recorder that
might deform after long periods of time.
NOTE: If the recorder develops problems reading or loading data,
or if the tape reels turn ver slowl or not at all, check with a new set
of batteries use AC power or tr another cassette before seeking
service.
AC POWER CONVERTER —
No. 5-107S
You can extend the life of the batteries substantiall b using them
onl when portable operation is required. An time AC household
electrical power is available, ou can use the AC Power Converter to
operate our recorder instead of using batteries. The batteries ma
remain in the recorder when using the AC Power Converter.
The AC Power Converter plugs into the 6V DC PWR JACK on the
recorder (which automaticall disconnects the batteries), and plugs
into 120-volt AC household power.
PRELIMINARY SET UP
Interconnect cables are required to hook up our Data Recorder
with our home computer. If ou do not alread have the required
ca|?le, check with our computer dealer or refer to our computer
handbook for recommended cable to use with our computer.
1. Plug in the recorder’s AC converter as described under "AC
Power Converter".
2. Plug interconnect cable to the Ear, Mic and Remote jacks on the
side of the Data Recorder and the other end to our home compu
ter. (Refer to computer handbook to ensure proper connection.)
3. Ensure SYSTEM switch, located on bottom of Data Recorder is
set, to position marked "ALL OTHER”.
CASSETTE INSERTION
1. To insert or remove cassette when RECORD or PLAY button is
depressed, ou must first press STOP/EJECT button (return all
buttons to off position), then depress STOP/EJECT button again
to open CASSETTE CARRY DOOR.
NOTE: An internal interlock prevents the cassette door from
opening unless all controls are in off ( d ) position.
2. Insert cassette with the exposed tape facing the push buttons.
Gentl slide into the CASSETTE CARRY DOOR with the full reel
of tape to the left.
1 FACE SIDE -1
UPWARD
2. EXPOSED TAPE
OUTWARD
3. THEN SLIDE
CASSETTE INTO
COMPARTMENT
TO USE SECOND HALF OF CASSETTE,
FACE SIDE "2 UPWARD
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4 AA SIZE BATTERIES
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IMPORTANT: To avoid possible loss of data at the beginning of the
tape during recording or pla back resulting in an “error” read/write
b the computer, be sure the tape leader is advanced prior to record
ing or pla ing back a tape.
TO SAVE (Record) DATA
(Computer to Tape)
1. Follow our computer instructions for programming data.
2. Insert a blank cassette in the Com
puter Program Data Recorder. Re
wind to the beginning of the tape. (If
ou are adding an additional program
to the tape, push Program Locator
Reset Button so that “OCX)” appears
in the Program Locator window and,
then, fast forward to locate the end of our previousl recorded
programs).
3. On our computer, insert the appropriate instruction for Saving
Data.
4. Push RECORD button. (PLAY button will automaticall depress
at the same time.)
5. Insert appropriate computer ke board instruction to start the
recording.
6. When recording of information is complete, push the STOP/
EJECT button of the recorder.
NOTE: The Automatic Level Control (ALC) will set the record level
for optimum recording regardless of DATA LEVEL control setting.
RECORD (REC) LED INDICATOR
When in RECORD mode, the LED on the Interface Unit and the REC
LED on the Data Recorder will blink to indicate the intensit of the
signal level being recorded. REC
NOTE: Normall , the DATA LEVEL control must be
set at 1/4 position or higher setting to activate LED. r— —
RECORD MONITORING
When recording, ou can monitor (listen to) what is being recorded
through the PROGRAM MONITOR SPEAKER. Set MONITOR
LEVEL switch to LO or HI posi- MONITOR LEVEL
tion for preferred listening level.
Switch MONITOR LEVEL to OFF
to turn off PROGRAM MONITOR
SPEAKER.
TO LOAD COMPUTER
(Tape to Computer)
1. Refer to computer handbook for instructions regarding data
retrieval.
2. Insert Cassette into recorder.
3. Position cassette tape so the start is slightl prior to the desired
program. If desired program is not at the beginning of the tape,
use PROGRAM LOCATOR/DIGITAL COUNTER to locate its
previousl noted position.
4. Set DATA LEVEL control to ( T ) indicator on scale, as a starting
point. The DATA LEVEL control setting is critical for proper loading
of data into the comp ter, and may req ire some f rther ad
j stments, depending on yo r comp ter and/or the tape sed.
DATA LEVEL
5. Press PLAY button and insert appropriate computer ke board
command for loading the computer.
6. With the MONITOR switch in either the LO or HI position, ou
will hear a stead tone when the program starts.
7. After loading is complete, push the STOP/EJECT button.
NOTE: Since tapes of different qualit will require a different DATA
LEVEL control setting, ou ma have to experiment with the setting
to insure optimum performance.
OFF-j | |-HI
COUNTER
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PLAY/BAIT LED INDICATOR
• PLAY INDICATOR: When the Data Recorder is t w
in PLAY mode, LED will light and remain ON. j 1 J{
• BATTERY CONDITION INDICATOR: When LED becomes dim or
does not light, batteries are weak and need replacing.
NOTE: AC Power Converter must be disconnected from 6V DC jack
to check batteries.
USING THE
PROGRAM LOCATOR
If ou intend to record more than one program per tape side, start
the tape at the beginning (magnetized portion). Set the PROGRAM
LOCATOR to “000” b pushing the RESET button. Record our pro
gram onto the cassette, allowing the tape to run at least 10 counts
past the end of the program. Make note of the PROGRAM LOCA
TOR number for the start and end of each program so ou can later
easil locate the desired program.
To select a particular program later, start the tape at the beginning,
set the PROGRAM LOCATOR to “000” and push the Fast Forward
(F-FWD) button. Wind the tape until the corresponding number for
the start of the desired program appears in the LOCATOR window.
The digital PROGRAM LOCATOR does not indicate actual distance
in units of measure but onl determines the relative position of each
program. You ma find it necessar to Rewind (RWD) or Fast For
ward (F-FWD) a few counts to arrive at the start of the program, par
ticularl if the program was recorded on another recorder.
PAUSE CONTROL
Your recorder is equipped with a convenient PAUSE control which
will stop PLAY and RECORD operation. Press PAUSE button to stop
PLAY or RECORD operation, and press again for continued operation.
RECORD PLAY REWIND F-FWD STOP/EJECT PAUSE
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REWIND/REVIEW (REW/REV)
• REWIND (REW): While in OFF position (all buttons up), depress
REWIND button, to run the tape back to the beginning or to an
point of our recording. Depress STOP/EJECT button after ou
have rewound the desired amount.
• REVIEW (REV): While in PLAY position, ou can momentaril
review (or rewind) a portion of the recorded tape. Push the
REWIND/REVIEW button and the tape will rewind until ou
release it, then the unit will resume its normal pla operation.
This feature allows quick scanning without resetting the controls.
FAST FORWARD/PREVIEW
(F-FWD/PREV)
• FAST FORWARD (F-FWD): While in OFF position (all buttons up),
depress F-FWD button, which remains depressed, to skip over
portions of the tape quickl . Depress STOP/EJECT button after
ou have advanced the desired amount of tape.
• PREVIEW (PREV): While in PLAY position, ou can momentaril
preview (or fast forward) our recorded tape. Press and hold the
FAST FORWARD/PREVIEW button and the tape will advance. To
stop the tape, merel release the button and continue PLAY
operation.
NOTE: If the REVIEW or PREVIEW feature is used while in record,
the RECORD button will automaticall disengage. This is to prevent
accidental erasure.
AUTOMATIC STOP
When the Data Recorder is in PLAY or RECORD mode and then end
of the tape is reached, the unit will automaticall shut itself off and
return the engaged button to its off position.
TAPE ERASE
There are two wa s to erase tape:
1. Record over unwanted programs.
2. B inserting TAPE ERASE plug, Accessor No. 5-1804, into the
MIC jack and pressing the RECORD button. When ou have
erased the tape, the recorder will shut off automaticall .
CLEANING THE HEADS
Iron oxide particles from the magnetic tape will, in time, build up on
the parts that come into direct contact with the tape. These
deposits can sometimes prevent automatic stop at the end of the
tape or cause incomplete erasure and a “muffled” sound during
pla back.
Clean areas indicated after every 40 ho rs of se.
With the cassette door open, the parts indicated can be cleaned
(gentl ) with the optional head cleaner in Tape Care Kit No. 5-1715.
Another convenient method is to use the optional cassette head
cleaning tape, No. 5-1108.
PREVENT ACCIDENTAL ERASURE
When ou have a recording ou want to keep permanentl , break off
the rear left tab of the side ou want to save as shown in the follow
ing illustration:
When a cassette with the tab broken off is inserted into the tape
unit, accidental erasure is prevented b a lever in the mechanism
that keeps the REC button lever from depressing. Cellophane tape
can be placed over the opening if ou later decide to record over the
original recording.
PLEASE NOTE: Your machine is equipped with a cassette sensing
mechanism. This mechanism prevents the RECORD button from
being depressed when cassette is not in unit.
CHECK LIST
In case of difficult , check the following before seeking service:
• Be sure DATA LEVEL control is properl set. Tr increasing
and/or decreasing DATA LEVEL control setting in 1 or 2 in
crements. The DATA LEVEL control setting, depending on the
computer used, ma be ver sensitive.
• Be sure the PAUSE button is not depressed.
• Be sure both the RECORD and PLAY buttons are depressed
when recording.
• Be sure recording tabs on the cassettes are not broken off when
tr ing to record.
• Be sure Interconnect cables are properl and securel connected.
• Be sure AC Adapter is securel plugged into the Interface Unit
and 120V AC power outlet.
SERVICE
This product should be services onl b those speciall trained
in appropriate servicing techniques. Competent sen/ice can be
obtained from General Electric authorized service facilities. You ma
obtain the name and address of the nearest authorized service
facilit b telephoning, toll-free, The GE Answer Center ™ on
800.626.2000,
Attach our sales receipt to the booklet for future reference or jot
down the date this product was purchased or received as a gift. This
information will be valuable if service should be required during the
warrant period.
Purchase D ate _______________________________________________
Name of Store
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Controles y Formas
ACCESSORY JACKS
Grabadora de Data — Modelo No. 3-5148
1. Compartimiento del Cassette (Porta-Cassette)
2. Un Bot6n para Grabar — Oprimir el Botbn Grabar programas
o data en cassette [Botbn Operar (PLAY) se enlace
automAticamente.]
3. Operar — Oprimir para introducir el programa c data a la
Computadora.
4. Retroceder/Regresar — Oprimir para brincarporcionesde la
cinta en direccibn reversa. Cuando se llega a la posicibn
deseada, oprimir PARAR (STOP). Tambi6n permite un regreso
momenteneo cuando la grabadora est& en el modo OPERAR
(PLAY). Oprimir detener. La operacibn normal recomienza
cuando se suelte.
5. Avance Rgpido/Adelantar — Oprimir para brincar porciones
de la cinta en direccibn hacia adeiante. Cuando se llega a la
posicibn deseada, oprimir PARAR (STOP). Tambien permite un
avance momentcineo rapido cuando la grabadora esta en el
modo OPERAR (PLAY). Oprimir detener. Soltar para continuar
la operacion normal.
6. PARAR/SOLTAR — Oprimir para parar cualquier modo en
operacibn. Los botones se regresan a la posicibn OFF. Oprimir
de nuevo para abrir la puerta del porta-cassette soltar el
cassette.
7. Bot6n de Pa sa — Para la cinta cuando esta en el modo
OPERAR (PLAY) o GRABAR (RECORD). Para continuar la
operacibn, oprimir de nuevo el botbn de PAUSA.
8. Localizador del Programa/Bot6n de Restablecimiento —
Usado para dar referencia a la localizacibn aproximada del pro
grama o data en la cinta. Botbn de restablecimiento regresa el
contador a “000”.
9. Selector Monitor de Nivel — Permite monitorar las senales
a travbs de la bocina al estar operando. Para monitorar, poner
el selector en posicion HI o LO.
10. Bocina Monitor — Controla el volumen a traves del selector
monitor del nivel.
11. Control de Nivel de Data — Ajusta el nivel de volumen de la
serial de salida de la Grabadora de Data a la computadora.
12. FOCO (LED) de Grabacion — Al estar en el modo GRABAR
(RECORD), el FOCO parpadea para indicar el nivel de inten-
sidad de la senal grabada.
13. FOCO (LED) de Operacidn/Pilas — Se ilumina cuando la
unidad esta en el modo OPERAR (PLAY). Si la luz aparece debil
o no aparece, cambiar las pilas.
14. Ench fe de CD 6V — Enchufe para el Convertidor de Energia
CA cuando se usa la energia domestica CA 120V.
15. Ench fe para el A difono — Salida de la Grabadora a la
Computadora.
16. Ench fe para Microfono Remoto — Entrada a la Grabadora
de la Computadora.
17. Ench fe de ON/OFF Remoto — Cuando es conectado, per
mite el control de la cinta por la computadora durante la introduc-
cion obtencibn de data.
18. Convertidor de Energia CA — Se introduce en el Enchufe de
Entrada CD 6V en la Grabadora o Intermedia al estar operan
do con energia CA 120V domestica.
19. Selector de Sistemas (en la parte de bajo de la Grabadora de
Data)
• Posicibn ATARI — Para uso con Computadoras Atari.
• OTRAS Posiciones — Para otras Computadoras
Personales (inclu endo Commodore)
Unidad de Intermedia — Modelo No. 3-5149
(Para so con la Grabadora de Data Modelo 3-5148 al estar san-
do Sistemas Comp tacionales Atari/Commodore)
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20. Cable de Interconeccibn — Inclu e 2: Uno para uso con
Computadoras Atari otro para Computadoras Commodore.
21. Conecciones de Intermedia a la Grabadora de Data Modelo
3-5148.
Oido — CD 6V — Micrbfono Remoto
22. Foco Indicador de Nivel — Cuando el Control del Nivel de
Data en la grabadora es ajustado debidamente, el foco indicador
se ilumina queda iluminado.
23. Ench fe CD 6V — Al usar la Unidad Intermedia con la
Grabadora de Data, el Convertidor de Energia CA se introduce
en este enchufe CD 6V. La operacibn con pila no es posible al
usar el Sistema de Intermedia Atari/Commodore.
DE GENERAL ELECTRIC . . . Un Sistema de Grabacibn de
Data con Cassette de la Computadora disenado para uso con varios
sistemas de computadoras personales. Inclu e un Intermedia unico
con cables de Interconeccibn separados para uso con Computadoras
Personales Atari Commodore.
Antes del uso de su Grabadora de Data de Programas Computa-
cionales, favor de leer cuidadosamente las siguientes instrucciones.
PARA USAR CON COMPUTADORAS
PERSONALES ATARI
PARA USAR SU
GRABADORA DE DATA
CON COMPUTADORAS
PERSONALES ATARI
(Uso solamente con el convertidor externo de
energia CA)
ACCIONES PRELIMINARES
1. Asegurar que el selector SISTEMA (SYSTEM), localizado en la
parte de abajo de la Grabadora de Data, este en posicibn “ATARI”.
2. Introducir las terminales de la unidad Intermedia en los enchufes
CD 6V, Oido, Microfono Remoto en la Grabadora de Data.
3. Introducir el Convertidor de Energia CA en el enchufe CD 6V de
la unidad Intermedia en un tomacorriente de energia domestica
CA 120V.
4. Conectar el Cable de Interconeccibn Atari a la unidad Intermedia
el otro extremo a su Sistema de Computacion Personal Atari.
INSERCION DEL CASSETTE
1. Para insertar o remover el cassette cuando el botbn GRABAR
(RECORD) o OPERAR (PLAY) es oprimido, primeramente se debe
oprimior el botbn PARAR/SOLTAR (STOP/EJECT) (regresar todos
los botones a la posicibn OFF), luego oprimir de nuevo el botbn
PARAR/SOLTAR (STOP/EJECT) para abrir la puerta del
porta-cassette.
AVISO: Un interlock interno impide que la puerta del cassette
se abra al menos que todos los controles esten en posicibn OFF
(hacia arriba).
2. Insertar el cassette con la cinta expuesto enfrente de los botones.
Introducirlo lentamente en la PUERTA DE PORTA-CASSETTE con
la cinta entera a la izquierda.
IMPORTANTE: Para prevenir una posible pbrdida de data en el
comienzo de la cinta durante la grabacibn o repeticibn resultan-
do en un “error” leer/imprimir por parte de la computadora,
asegurarse que la porcion initial sea avanzada antes de grabar
o repetir la cinta.
PARA ALMACENAR (GRABAR) DATA
(De la Comp tadora a la Cinta)
1. Insertar un cassette vacio en la Grabadora de Data de Programas
Computacionales. Retroceder al comienzo de la cinta. (Si se
anade un programa adicional a la cinta, oprimir el botbn de
Restablecimiento Localizador de Programa hasta que “ 000”
aparezcan en la ventanilla del Localizador de Programa despues,
avanzar rapidamente hasta localizar el final de los programas
previamente grabados.)
2. En su computadora, imprimar CSAVE oprimir REGRESAR
(RETURN). Se oir£n dos silbidos.
3. Oprimir el botbn GRABAR (RECORD). [El botbn OPERAR (PLAY)
se oprimira automaticamente al mismo tiempo.]
4. Oprimir REGRESAR (RETURN) en la consola de la computadora.
5. Cuando se terrnina la grabacibn de informacion, oprimir el botbn
PARAR/SOLTAR (STOP/EJECT) en la grabadora.
AVISO: En el raro caso que una interferencia ocurra en otros equipos,
como la impresora, modem, etc., al estar en el modo ALMACENAR
(SAVE), desconectar el enchufe “OIDO” Intermedia de la parte trasera
de la grabadora durante la operacion ALMACENAR (SAVE).
Asegurarse de reconectar este enchufe despues de completar el
ALMACENAMIENTO de data (SAVE) para permitir la operacibn de
INTRODUCCION NORMAL de data.
FOCO (LED) INDICADOR DE GRABACION
(REC)
Al estar en el modo GRABAR (RECORD), el FOCO en la unidad In
termedia el FOCO REC en la Grabadora de Data se parpardean
para indicar la intensidad del nivel de serial grabada.
AVISO: Normalmente, el control de NIVEL DE DATA debe indicar
la posicibn 1/4 o mas arriba para activar el FOCO.
EL MONITOREO DE GRABACION
Al estar grabando, se puede monitorar (escuchar) la que se esta
grabando a traves de la BOCINA MONITORA DE PROGRAMA. Poner
el selector de NIVEL DE MONITOREO en position LO o HI como
se desea escuchar.
Cambiar el NIVEL DE MONITOREO a OFF para apagar la BOCINA
MONITORA DE PROGRAMA.
PARA CARGAR LA COMPUTADORA
(De la Cinta a la Comp tadora)
1. Insertar el Cassette en la grabadora.
2. Poner la cinta del cassette de manera que el comienza este antes
del programa deseado. Si el programa deseado no este en el com
ienzo de la cinta, usar el LOCALIZADOR DE PROGRAMA/CON-
TADOR DIGITAL para localizar su posicibn previamente
determinada.
TO USE SECOND HALF OF CASSETTE.
FACE SIDE " 2” UPWARD
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