Memorex MB2059D User manual

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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 device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme
NMB-003 du Canada.
INFORMATION
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 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 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 turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC WARNING:
This equipment may generate or use radio frequency energy
Changes or modifications to this equipment may cause
harmful interference unless the modifications are expressly
approved in the instruction manual. The user could lose the
authority to operate this equipment if an unauthorized change
or modification is made.
Thank you for purchasing this Memorex audio system.
The serial number of your unit can be found on a label on
the rear of the cabinet. We suggest that you record the serial
number in the space provided below in case this information is
ever needed at a future date.
Model Number: MB2059 “D”
Serial Number: _________________________________
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these Instructions.
2. Keep these Instructions.
3. Heed all Warnings.
4. Follow all Instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
8. Only use attachments/accessories specified by
the manufacturer.
9. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire or explosion,
do not expose batteries to excessive heat such as
sunshine, fire or other heat sources.

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LOCATION OF CONTROLS
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FRONT
1. MIC (Microphone)
Jack
2. Built-in Microphone
3. Display
4. REV Button
5. MODE/PAUSE Button
6. PLAY/STOP Button
7. REC/STOP Button
8. Speaker
9. EAR (Earphone) Jack
10. REC Indicator
11. VOLUME Up Button
12. VOLUME Down
Button
13. FWD Button
14. DEL/REPEAT Button
15. FILE/TIME Button
LOCATION OF INDICATORS
A. Play Indicator
B. Recording Quality Indicators
C. Message/Year Indicators
D. REPEAT 1/ALL Indicators
E. Record Indicator
F. Battery Indicator
G. Date/Volume Indicators/
Remain Time Hour
H. Minute/Second (Timer) Indicators
I. REMAIN Indicator
J. R (Record) DATE Indicator
K. VOX Indicator
L. Message File Folder Indicator
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LP MP
HP
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REMAIN
REPEAT ALL
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BATTERY INSTALLATION
Open the battery compartment by
sliding it towards the bottom of the unit.
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Insert two (2) “AAA” size batteries
(not included) following the
polarity diagram. Slide the battery
compartment back in place.
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NOTE: When replacing the batteries,
the recorded messages will be saved,
but the time will have to be reset.
LOCATION OF CONTROLS
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REAR
1. MIC SENS (Microphone Sensitivity) Switch
2. VOX Switch
3. HOLD Switch
4. Battery Compartment
(BATTERY COVER PART NO.
217-04240106-30*)
* Consumer Replaceable Part. (See page 28 to order.)

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BATTERY INSTALLATION
BATTERY PRECAUTIONS
Follow these precautions when using batteries in this device:
1. Warning – Danger of explosion if battery is
incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same
or equivalent type.
2. Use only the size and type of batteries specified.
3. Be sure to follow the correct polarity when
installing the batteries as indicated in the battery
compartment. A reversed battery may cause
damage to the device.
4. Do not mix different types of batteries together
(e.g. Alkaline, Rechargeable and Carbon-zinc) or
old batteries with fresh ones.
5. If the device is not to be used for a long period of
time, remove the batteries to prevent damage or
injury from possible battery leakage.
6. Do not try to recharge a battery not intended to be
recharged; it can overheat and rupture. (Follow
battery manufacturer’s directions.)
7. Remove batteries promptly if consumed.
8. Clean the battery contacts and also those of the
device prior to battery installation.
BATTERY INDICATORS:
: The batteries are fresh.
: The batteries are weak or
dead; replace.
OPERATION
To turn the unit on, press the PLAY/STOP 1
button, then it shows date and time (Time mode).
To turn the unit off, simply do not touch any
button for 60s, and the unit will automatically
turn off, or press and hold PLAY/STOP 1 button
for 3s to turn it off.
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TO TURN THE UNIT ON & OFF
To enter the Standby mode, press the
PLAY/STOP 1 button while in the Time
mode. To enter the Time mode, press the
MODE/PAUSE 2 button once while in the
Standby mode.
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TO SWITCH BETWEEN MODES

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OPERATION
Press the PLAY/STOP button 1 to confirm and the
year will blink. Set the year using the REV 2 and
FWD 3 buttons, then press the PLAY/STOP button
1 again to confirm. Then the Month will blink .
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Set the Month using the FWD 1 and REV 2
buttons, then press the PLAY/STOP button 3
again to confirm. Repeat this step to set the Day,
Hour and Minute. At last press the
MODE/PAUSE 4 or REC/STOP 5 button to
return to Standby mode .
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OPERATION
While in Time mode, the date/time appears
in the display, press the FILE/TIME button
to select 12 or 24 hour time display.
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While in Standby mode, press and hold the
MODE/PAUSE button for two seconds, then
release; “SET” will appear in the display. Press
the MODE/ PAUSE button once again to enter
the Set Date mode.
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SETTING THE TIME AND DATE

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OPERATION
While in Standby mode, press and hold the
MODE/PAUSE 1 button for two seconds;
“SET” will appear and the recording quality
will blink. Press the REV 2 or FWD 3 button
to select the desired recording quality.
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RECORDING QUALITY
You can choose between three voice recording
quality modes. For best sound quality, select
HP (High Play) and for good quality, select
MP (Medium Play). For longer recording time
(reasonable sound quality), select LP (Long Play).
OPERATION
To adjust the volume, while in the Standby
mode or during playback of a file, press the
VOL+ 1 or VOL– button 2; the volume number
will increase or decrease to indicate the volume
level (i.e. “0” is minimum and “15” is maximum).
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ADJUSTING THE VOLUME
EARPHONE JACK
For private listening, connect an earphone
(not included) to this jack. The speaker is
automatically disconnected when the
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OPERATION
While in Standby mode, press the FILE/TIME
button 2 to select the desired file folder
(A,B,C,D). The number at the top right of the
display indicates the total messages recorded.
The number at the bottom of the display will
indicate the total time recorded for the selected
message.
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SELECTING A FILE FOLDER
This unit has four memory storage areas
(file folders) to choose from, labeled A, B, C and D.
You can store a total of 99 messages in each
individual file folder, for four file folder you can save
a total of 396 messages or 288 hours in LP mode
(144 hours in MP, 96 hours in HP) in all the folders.
To select the folder:
NOTE:
Each time you record a message, the unit will assign
a number, counting up 1 from the last message
number, which will be shown on the display. If the
unit is full, FULL will appear in the display. Delete
messages in this case.
OPERATION
When the desired recording quality appears,
press the MODE/PAUSE button twice to confirm
and return to the Standby mode.
High Play: .................................................96 hrs.
Medium Play:..........................................144 hrs.
Long Play: ..............................................288 hrs.
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OPERATION
Make sure the VOX switch on the rear of unit is
set to OFF. While in Standby mode, select the
desired sound quality as previously described.
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Select a File Folder as described on page 14 by
pressing the FILE/TIME button 1. While in the
Standby mode, press the REC/STOP button 2
and the REC indicator will light and the elapsed
time will appear.
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NORMAL RECORDING
This unit is capable of recording only when sound
is heard. To use this feature, see page 18. For
normal recording, follow steps below.
OPERATION
Slide the MIC SENS switch to the LOW position if
recording sounds that are close. Select the HIGH
position if recording sounds that are further away.
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RECORDING SENSITIVITY
Slide the HOLD switch to the LOCK position
to disable the buttons; HOLD will appear in the
display if the unit is in the Standby mode. Slide
the HOLD switch to the OFF position to enable
the buttons again.
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HOLD SWITCH

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OPERATION
Slide the VOX switch on the rear of the unit to the
ON position. While in Standby mode, select the
desired sound quality as described on page 12.
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Select a File Folder by pressing the FILE/TIME
button (see page 14).
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VOICE ACTIVATED (VOX) RECORDING
Voice activated recording will allow dictation only
when you speak. When the unit detects a pause
of a few seconds, it will temporarily stop recording
until it detects sound again.
OPERATION
Speak into the built-in microphone or insert a
microphone into the MIC jack and speak into it
in a normal tone of voice. Press the REC/STOP
button again to stop recording.
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Press and hold the PLAY/STOP button 1 to see
the remaining recording time during recording. To
pause recording, press the MODE/PAUSE button
2; PAUSE will blink in the display. To release
pause, press the MODE/PAUSE button 2 again.
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NOTES:
• The built-in audio level automatically sets the
recording level.
• For normal voice levels, a distance of 5-9
inches is appropriate.