GE M8530 User manual

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= USE AND CARE GUIDE
FM/AM Radio
Cassette Tape aot
Model M8530 —
READ INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE OPERATING

GENERAL (GB ELECTRIC
FROM GENERAL ELECTRIC — An
AM/FM portable radio, cassette tape
recorder with a built-in condenser
microphone, automatic level control
plus automatic shut off.
Before operating your tape recorder,
please read the following in-
structions.
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE, OR DISASSEMBLE CABINET. NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
PRELIMINARY SET-UP
THREE-WAY POWER: This three-way power
recorder operates on 120 volt AC household
power, 6 “c” size batteries or (with the optional
Auto Adapter) from the cigarette lighter socket
of an automobile.
BATTERY OPERATION
@ Remove battery compartment door by
pushing it inward and slide off toward bottom
of unit.
® Insert 6 “C” size flashlight batteries into
battery compartment. Be sure the (+) or cap
ends of each battery are installed as shown
on the plastic flap in the battery com-
partment.
® Slide the AC/DC switch in the cord storage
compartment to the "BATT" position.
THREE WAY POWER
AC/DC Switch
Battery
Compartment
IMPORTANT
When any battery operated transistor product
begins to play badly, sound becomes weak,
distorted, or exhibit almost any other trouble,
check for rundown batteries. If product
operates OK on AC line cord operation, but not
on batteries, then the batteries need to be
replaced.
Since few batteries are actually “leak-proof”,
always remove batteries, even if new, when
storing product for a month or longer, or using
on AC only. Remember that even with the
power cord plugged in, your set will operate
from the batteries unless the AC/DC switch is
set to AC. For shorter periods of AC operation
(up to 30 days), batteries may remain in
product. Always remove worn-out batteries as
they may leak chemicals which will damage the
electronic components and cabinet.
AC POWER OPERATION
® Remove the line cord from the storage
compartment.
è Slide the AC/DC switch in the storage
compartment to AC.
® Plug power cord into a 120 volt AC wall
receptacle.
AUTO ADAPTER — RT9528
This recorder may also be operated from a
cigarette lighter socket in your auto or boat. The
optional accessory auto adaptor plugs into the
“PWR” jack on the set, (which automatically
disconnects the batteries) and into the
cigarette lighter of your auto or boat.
For Operation of Tape Recorder from
Auto/Boat cigarette lighter socket

HOW TO USE
RADIO OPERATION
© Set AM/FM switch to desired programming.
0 Flip radio ON/OFF switch to ON.
© For FM, extend the whip antenna fully and
move around for best reception.
O The built-in AM antenna is directional, so for
AM you may have to rotate the set for best
reception.
O The TUNING knob on the front of the set is
used for tuning both AM and FM Stations.
o Adjust the VOLUME and TONE slides for
pleasant listening.
HOW TO INSERT CASSETTE
O Push the EJECT button to
pop open the cassette door.
Insert a cassette as shown
(without touching the tape
itself) and push it down and
back until it snaps in place.
Now close the cassette door.
RADIO DIRECT RECORDINGS
o With the radio playing. press the RECORD
button and the PLAY button simultaneously.
There is no need to adjust the volume, since
your set has built in ALC (Automatic Level
MICROPHONE RECORDING
® insert cassette as outlined under Radio
Direct Recordings.
@ Press the RECORD button and the PLAY
button simultaneously.
* Talk normally into the BUILT-IN CON-
DENSER MICROPHONE. To obtain optimum
recording quality, place the recorder with the
microphone freely exposed to sound source
and as close as convenient. (If the accessory
remote microphone is used, refer to REMOTE
MICROPHONES instructions.)
NOTE: The Automatic Level Control will set
the record level for optimum recordings
without further adjustments.
e When you finish recording, simply push the
STOP button.
PLAYBACK
To listen to your recorded tape cassettes, just
rewind to the starting point, then push the
PLAY button and adjust VOLUME and TONE.
REWIND
To run the tape back to the beginning of your
recording, simply push the REWIND button.
Watch the tape through the window in the
cassette door. Push the STOP button when the
tape is back to the place you started recording
from.
7. Tone Slide Control
8. Volume Slide Control
9. FM-AM Switch
10. Radio ON-OFF Switch
11. FM Whip Antenna
12. Tuning Knob
AUTOMATIC STOP
When your recorder is operating in the PLAY or
RECORD functions and the end of the tape is
reached, the tape section of your unit will
automatically shut itself off.
FAST FORWARD
To skip over portions of the tape quickly, press
and hold the FORWARD botton. To stop the
tape again, release the button.
TAPE ERASE
There are two ways to erase unwanted
recording material on your General Electric
Tape Recorder.
A. The first method is to record over the un-
wanted recording. This replaces the unwanted
recording with a new recording.
B. To erase the tape completely, and return the
tape to a blank condition, use the TAPE ERASE
plug supplied with the unit as follows:
1. Insert the erase plug into the large "MIC"
jack located on the unit.
2. Insert the cassette you wish to erase.
3. Press the RECORD and PLAY buttons
simultaneously, as you would if you were
making a recording. You are now erasing the
tape. When you have erased the entire tape,
your recorder will shut off automatically.
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13. Mike Remote Jack
14. Mike Signal Jack
15. Earphone Jack
16. Ext. Power Jack
17. Cassette Door
18. Built In Microphone
PREVENT ACCIDENTAL
ERASURE
Every time you make a recording, any previous
recording on the tape is automatically erased.
When you have a recording you want to keep
permanently, break out the rear left tab of the
side you want to save as shown in the following
illustration:
CELLOPHANE TAPE PLACED
OVER OPENING TO PERMIT
RECORDING AGAIN
When a cassette, with the tab broken out, is
inserted in the tape unit, accidental erasure is
prevented by a lever in the mechanism that
keeps the RECORD button from latching.
Cellophane tape can be placed over the opening
later on, if you decide to record over the original
recording. Similarly you can record over pur-
chased prerecorded cassettes.

TAPE CASSETTES
When the full length of the tape has run
through the machine in one direction, only half
of the tape width has been used. By turning the
cassette over and reinserting it you can use the
other haif. Optionally available General Electric
tape cassettes are shown below.
RT-7201 — Total playing time
1 hour (1/2 hour per side)
RT-7220 — Total playing time
2 hours (1 hour per side)
MICROPHONES —
RV1283 or RV1767
The optional deluxe RV1283 or standard
RV1767 microphone plugs into the MIC jacks.
To stop the recording temporarily, slide the ON-
OFF switch located on the microphone to OFF.
When the optional microphone is used, the
built-in microphone is automatically discon-
nected.
EARPHONE — RT5781
The optional earphone plugs into the EAR jack
on your set. With the earphone plugged in, the
speaker is automatically silenced for private
listening.
PATCHCORD — RT9507
The optional patchcord kit makes it possible to
record direct from most radios, other tape
machines or phonographs. Plug one adapter
into PATCHCORD IN (See Accessory Con-
nections) and. the opposite side into EAR
LINEOUT, or TAPE OUTPUT jacks on the other
ACCESSORY CONNECTIONS
unit. Direct recordings eliminate background
noise problems normally encountered with
microphones.
The patchcord may also be used to record your
favorite selections on another tape recorder.
Plug one adapter into PATCHCORD OUT and
the opposite side into TAPE INPUT jacks on the
other tape recorder.
Be sure to connect the proper impedance
adapter plugs as described in the patchcord
instructions.
REMOTE SWITCH — RT9546
The optional Remote Switch can be used to
temporarily stop Recording and Playback,
without resetting the controls on the recorder.
A switch on the Remote allows you to con-
veniently turn the recorder ON or OFF by
remote control.
From Line Out or Tape Out
rates 0 == Jack of Radio of Phono.
To TAPE INPUT Jack on
another Tape Recorder
Earphone
FOOT SWITCH — RT9057
When you need to have your hands free for
writing or any other purpose, the recorder can
be operated with an optional accessory foot
switch. Just plug the cord into the small MIC
jack on the cabinet and use the foot switch to
start and stop the recorder.
CLEANING THE HEADS
lron 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
cause incomplete erasure and a sort of
“muffled” sound during playback.
With the cassette door open and in PLAY
position; the parts indicated above can be
cleaned (gently) with a cotton swab moistened
with denatured (not rubbing) alcohol. Always
unplug the power cord while cleaning and allow
(30) minutes drying time. An easier method is
to use the optional RT7230 cleaning cassette.
Be sure you use it sparingly and only as
directed.
IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY
1. Go back through the instructions to make
sure you haven't omitted something.
2. Check the batteries — they could be in back-
wards, weak, dead, or not making contact is
the unit OK on AC operation?
3. When using the remote microphone, is the
switch in the “ON” position?
4. Muffled sound? Do the heads need cleaning?
5. Bad cassette? Try a known good one.
6. Won't go into Record? Tabs on cassette may
be punched out.
7. Is AC/DC switch in correct position?
CAUTION
Do not attempt to disassemble this cabinet as
high voltages are inside. This unit does not
contain customer serviceable components. For
service, always refer to a qualified serviceman:
As with any AC operated product, precautions
should be observed during handling and use to
prevent electrical shock. Electronic products of
this type should not be immersed in water or
used in bathing areas. Extreme tempera*ures
such as found near a hot radiator, in a car trunk,
or ona car seat when it’s parked in the summer
sun, may damage the cabinet or components in
your unit. Always leave sufficient space around
the unit for ventilation.
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CARE
The cabinet should be cleaned with a soft cloth
dampened with water only. (Be sure power
cord is unplugged). Never use a polish or strong
cleaning agent on the cabinet, since these can
damage its finish.
SERVICE
This product should be serviced only by those
especially trained in appropriate servicing
techniques. Competent service can be obtained
from any of the Service Facilities shown on the
accompanying listing. These firms are prepared
to provide service both under the terms of the
warranty and after the warranty period has
expired. Do not return the product to the
factory. Inquiries about General Electric service
may be directed to: Manager, Consumer
Services, General Electric Co., Building 5,
Electronics Park, Syracuse, N.Y. 13201. Please
indicate complete Model Number located on
your cabinet label. Attach your sales receipt to
this 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 warranty period.
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Recorders with built-in microphones
Patch Cord Kit — Patch This kit is for use with monaural
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patching from most radios, phonos, brands that utilize 3.5 mm or phono
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