Inter-m PC-9335 User manual

PC-9335
Dual Cassette Deck
Copyright 2004 Inter-M Corporation

PC-9335 Dual Cassette Deck
Contents
Welcome ..................................................................................................................................... 3
Unpacking ............................................................................................................................... 3
Warnings .................................................................................................................................. 3
Operation................................................................................................................................. 5
Features ....................................................................................................................................... 6
Front Panel Controls.................................................................................................................... 7
Rear Panel Controls .................................................................................................................. 10
Operating the Cassette Deck.................................................................................................. 12
Playback................................................................................................................................ 12
Recording .............................................................................................................................. 12
Synchro Dubbing................................................................................................................... 13
AMS ........................................................................................................................................ 13
Blank Skip............................................................................................................................... 13
Timer Operation..................................................................................................................... 13
Cassette Maintenance............................................................................................................. 14
Keep the Recording Heads Clean....................................................................................... 14
Care of Cassette Tapes ........................................................................................................ 14
Record Safety Tabs on Cassette Tapes ............................................................................... 15
Specifications............................................................................................................................ 16
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Welcome
A personal welcome to you from the management and employees of Inter-M
Thank you for purchasing this fine Inter-M product. All of us here at Inter-M are dedicated
to providing you with the highest quality products and the best value.
We sincerely trust this product will provide you with years of satisfactory service, but if
anything is not to your complete satisfaction, we will endeavor to make things right.
Welcome to Inter-M, and thank you for becoming a part of our worldwide extended
family!
Unpacking
Please take a few minutes to read this brief manual and familiarize yourself with the
important information regarding product features, setup and operation.
As with most electronic devices, we strongly recommend you retain the original
packaging. In the unlikely event the product must be returned for servicing, the original
packaging (or reasonable equivalent) is required.
Warnings
Environment
Never place this product in an environment that could alter its performance or reduce its
service life. Such environments are usually characterized by high levels of heat, dust,
moisture, or vibration.
Safety
1. Read these instructions carefully.
2. Follow all instructions.
3. Keep all warnings.
4. Do not operate this apparatus near water.
5. Clean only with a damp cloth.
6. Do not block any of the ventilation openings.
7. Install in accordance with the instructions in this manual.
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8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
devices (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polarized
plug has two blades, with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for
your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where it is attached to the apparatus.
11. Use only the attachments/accessories specified.
12. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid overturning.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of
time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or
has been dropped.
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Operation
Make certain that speakers and input sources are properly connected before switching
on.
Keep volume levels at minimum gain before switching on.
When the AC Mains power switch is pressed, this unit starts operation with tuner display.
NOTE: The system’s operation is delayed by approximately three seconds after pressing
the AC Mains power switch. This is due to the built-in protection circuitry, designed to
protect the speakers and other system components.
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PC-9335
Dual Cassette Deck
Features
• Dual Full-Logic-Controlled Cassette Deck with Auto Reverse
• Three Playback Modes: Single-Side Play, Two-Side Auto-Reverse Play, Two-Side
Continuous Play
• High-Speed Synchro Dubbing
• Automatic Music Search (AMS) and Blank-Skip Functions
• Rugged, Reliable Transport Mechanisms
• 110-120/220-240VAC and/or 24VDC operation
• Low Wow and Flutter (<0.12%)
• Compact 3RU form factor
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Front Panel Controls
1. Power Switch
Pressing this button switches the unit on, as indicated by the integrated Power
LED. Pressing the button again will switch the unit off.
2. Play Level Control
This control adjusts the output level of the main output and headphone outputs.
3. Record Level Control
This control adjusts the record level of Deck A.
4. Blank Skip
Pressing this button will cause the tape to scan forward through a blank (no
audio) passage.
5. Relay Play Button
Pressing this button activates Relay Play mode for continuous playback between
Deck A and Deck B. Pressing the button again deactivates Relay Play mode.
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6. Memory Button
Pressing this button will cause the tape to stop when the tape counter reaches
“000” in fast forward or rewind mode.
7. High-Speed Dub Button
Pressing this button will activate high-speed dubbing mode. Pressing the STOP
button on Deck A or Deck B will stop the unit.
8. Reverse Mode Selector
a. : Single-side PLAY or REC (tape stops when reaching the end).
b. : Side A to Side B to STOP, Side B to STOP (tape stops when end of side B
is reached).
c. : Continuous Auto-Reverse (tape will continuously switch from Side A to
Side B and back during playback).
When in REC or DUB mode, tape will stop when end of Side B is reached.
9. Reset Counter Button
Pressing the Reset Counter Button will reset the Tape Counter to zero, allowing you
to easily relocate to any point on the tape.
10. Normal Speed Dub Button
Pressing this button will activate normal-speed dubbing mode.
11. Rec Mute Button ()
Pressing this button will insert a four second blank portion during recording. This
can be useful when used with the Blank Skip button (4) for locating passages on
tape.
12. Pause Button ()
Pressing this button in PLAY or REC mode will pause the tape.
13. REC Button ( )
Pressing this button will place the unit in Record Pause mode. Pressing PLAY
subsequent to pressing the REC button will begin recording.
14. Cassette Door
Press the Eject button (15) when in Stop mode to open this door, for loading and
unloading tapes. This door can be easily removed for tape head maintenance
by pushing it upward and then gently pulling forward.
15. Eject Button
Pressing this button opens and closes the adjacent cassette door.
16. Forward Play Button ()
Pressing this button activates Forward Play mode. The “” indicator lights, and
the tape plays in a forward direction.
17. Stop Button ()
Press this button to stop the tape.
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18. Reverse Play Button ()
Pressing this button activates Reverse Play mode. The “” indicator lights, and
the tape plays in a reverse direction.
19. Fast Forward Button ()
Pressing this switch activates Fast Forward mode. Use this button during playback
for forward AMS operation (see page 13).
20. Rewind Button ()
Pressing this button activates Fast Rewind mode. Use this button during playback
for reverse AMS operation (see page13).
21. Headphone Jack
Headphone output on stereo 1/4" TRS jack.
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Rear Panel Controls
1. AC Connector
Connect this cable to AC Mains power supply.
2. Fuse Holders
The AC and DC protection fuses are located here. If the fuse blows, replace it
with the same size and rating:
230VAC: 0.25A/250V
115VAC: 0.5/250V
24VDC: 1A/250V
If the fuse continues to blow, refer servicing to qualified technical personnel.
3. Rec In/Mono
Connect a line level input here, for example the Tape Out source from your
amplifier or mixer.
4. Fixed Output/Mono
Mono line output for connection to your amplifier or mixer. The output level is not
affected by the front panel Play Level Control (Front Panel #2).
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5. Variable Output/Mono
Mono line output for connection to your amplifier or mixer. The output level is
directly affected by the front panel Play Level Control (Front Panel #2).
6. DC Input Terminal
These terminals are provided for connection of +24VDC battery power. Connect
the red terminal to the battery’s positive (+) lead, and the black terminal to the
battery’s negative (-) lead.
7. Mode On/Off Switch
This switch selects timer playback:
PLAY – Selects timer-controlled playback.
REC – Selects timer-controlled record.
OFF – Set to this position when the timer is not used.
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Operating the Cassette Deck
Playback
Press the EJECT button on Deck A or Deck B to open the tape loading door.
Insert a tape into the desired deck.
Select the desired Auto Reverse mode using the REVERSE MODE selector:
a. : Single-side PLAY (Tape stops when reaching the end).
b. : Side A-to-Side B-to-STOP, Side B-to-STOP (Tape stops when end of side B
is reached).
c. : Continuous Auto-Reverse (Tape will continuously switch from Side A to
Side B and back during Playback).
To begin playback, press the PLAY FORWARD button.
To play the reverse side of the cassette, press the PLAY REVERSE button.
To stop playback, press the STOP button.
Recording
Insert a blank recordable cassette into Deck A.
Select the desired source (CD, Tuner, etc.) with the Function Selector switch.
Select the desired Auto Reverse mode using the REVERSE MODE selector:
a. : Single-side REC (Tape stops when reaching the end).
b. : Side A to Side B to STOP, Side B to STOP (Tape records until end of side B
is reached).
c. : Continuous Auto-Reverse (Tape will continuously switch from Side A to
Side B and back during recording).
Press the REC button to put the unit in Record Arm mode.
Adjust the level to tape with the associated LEVEL CONTROL knob, so that the meters
display a signal that reaches the red LEDs only on the loudest peaks.
Press the PLAY button to begin recording.
To stop recording, press the STOP button. The tape will stop automatically when it
reaches the end.
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Synchro Dubbing
Insert a pre-recorded cassette into Deck B.
Insert a blank cassette into Deck A.
For normal speed dubbing, press the REC button first and adjust the record level with the
LEVEL control. Then press the NOR DUB button for normal speed dubbing.
For high speed dubbing, press the HI DUB button. It is not necessary to adjust the record
level in high speed mode, as the record level is set to the level of the source tape.
High speed dubbing copies at 1.5 times normal speed. We recommend normal speed
dubbing for best audio quality.
Press the STOP button to stop dubbing.
AMS
AMS, or Automatic Music Search, will locate the beginning of an audio selection on a
cassette tape.
To use AMS, press the FAST FORWARD or REWIND button during playback. The deck will
scan to the next selection.
Note that AMS may detect a particularly quiet passage as the beginning of a new
selection. If this occurs, simply press the FAST FORWARD or REWIND button again to
continue scanning.
Blank Skip
Using the Blank Skip function, the deck will switch to fast forward or fast rewind mode
after detecting a few seconds of blank tape (a passage with no audio program). The
deck will scan for the next audio passage and resume playback at that point.
Timer Operation
Timer Playback:
Switch the power on
Insert a tape into either deck
Set the TIMER mode selector to PLAY
Set the audio timer
The deck will begin playback at the selected time.
Timer Recording:
Switch the power on
Insert a tape to be recorded into Deck A
Set the TIMER mode selector to REC
Set the audio timer
The deck will begin recording at the selected time.
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Cassette Maintenance
Keep the Recording Heads Clean
Tape heads can periodically build up a coating of oxide residue from the passage of the
tape over them. We recommend you clean the heads periodically using 99% Isopropyl
Alcohol or a specially manufactured tape head cleaner. Use foam applicators or
surgical cotton applicators and clean in the direction of the tape movement.
Tape head cleaner and applicators may be purchased from any electronics dealer.
Do not use denatured alcohol, as it contains excess impurities which can damage the
tape heads.
Do not use commercial cotton swabs, as they can leave fibers which can damage the
tape heads.
Care of Cassette Tapes
Store tapes in their cases to prevent dust and dirt from coming in contact with the tape
surface.
Do not touch the tape surface with your fingers.
If the tape has unraveled, insert a pencil or similar object into the sprocket and tighten to
remove slack. (See Picture 1.)
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Record Safety Tabs on Cassette Tapes
To disable a tape so it cannot be recorded over, locate and remove the safety tab
opposite the tape opening.
Holding the tape with the opening facing down, the tab to the upper left corresponds to
the side facing you. (See Picture 2.)
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Specifications
Track System Two-TrackMono
Recording System ACBiasSystem
Wow and Flutter Less than 0.12%
Playback Frequency Response 125Hz–8kHz
Recording Playback Frequency Response 125Hz–6.3kHz
Total Harmonic Distortion Lessthan1%
Signal to Noise Ratio 45dB
Input Sensitivity/Impedance 20mV/47kΩ
Output Level/Impedance 300mV/2kΩ
Power Source AC 115V/230V, 50/60Hz or DC 24V
Power Consumption 22W
Weight 6kg (13.2 lbs)
Dimensions 482mm(W) x 132mm(H) x 280mm(D)
19in (W) x 5.2in(H) x 11in(D)
Specifications and design subject to change without notice for product improvements.
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Inter-M, Ltd. (Korea) began operations in 1983.
Since then, Inter-M has grown to become one of the largest manufacturers
of professional audio and commercial sound electronics equipment in the world.
Inter-M has gained worldwide recognition for its own branded products,
as well as private label manufacturing of electronics sold under other names (OEM).
The company is no longer just a Korean company, but rather a global company
that is truly international in scope, with factories and offices in Korea and China,
and sales and marketing operations located in Japan, Europe, and the U.S.A.
With more than 850 employees around the globe, Inter-M is well-poised for further growth
and expansion.
INTER-M AMERICAS, INC.
1 EAST BEACON LIGHT LANE, CHESTER, PA, USA 19013-4409
TEL: [phone], FAX: [phone]
Home Page:http://www.inter-m.net, E-mail: serv[email protected]
INTER-M Corporation
SEOUL OFFICE: 653-5 BANGHAK-DONG, DOBONG-KU, SEOUL, KOREA
TEL: [phone]~8, FAX: [phone]
Home Page:http://www.inter-m.com, E-mail: [email protected]
0904PC9335 PRINTED IN KOREA
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