Onkyo K-200R User manual

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K-200R
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e Congratulations on your purchase of the ONKYO K-200R Cassette Tape Deck.
e Please read this manual thoroughly before making connections and turning power
on. e Following the instructions in this manual will enable you to obtain optimum per-
formance and listening enjoyment from your new K-200R. e Please retain this manual
for future reference.
FEATURES
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
PRECAUTIONS
SYSTEM CONNECTIONS
FRONT AND REAR PANEL FACILITIES
COMMON MODES OF OPERATION
SPECIAL MODES OF OPERATION
REVERSE MODE SELECTOR
HANDLING CASSETTE TAPES
OWNER MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
SPECIFICATIONS
Features
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e Elegant New Design Features Sleek, Unadorned Styling and Titanium Steel Colored Finish.
e Computer Controlled Full Logic Tape Transport
This feature lets you switch between the three transport modes without stopping in between. The computer
controlled key action is precise and responsive. ADC servo motor ensures smooth tape transport in all
modes. Its low power demands insure reduced hum and induction noise.
e Quick Auto Reverse
Quick Auto Reverse lets you record continuously on both sides of a tape. A sensor detects the leader tape at
the end of the reel and the tape immediately switches direction. Since the gap between tape sides is hardly
noticeable, you can use a tape over its entire length, not as two separate sides— great for long pieces and
live recording.
e Dolby* HX Pro
The K-200R features the Dolby HX Pro headroom expansion system. It monitors the audio signal and lowers
the bias current to compensate for the ‘‘self biasing” which occurs during high frequency signal peaks. Since
it only operates during recording, you can play back tapes recorded using HX Pro (and enjoy improved
sound) even on decks not equipped with the system. HX Pro works with both Dolby B and C NR.
e Automatic Recording Level Adjustment
Turn the AUTO LEVEL function on and the K-200R will adjust the recording level automatically. This function
can be used together with synchro recording when copying from CD to cassette.
Block Repeat
Large, Easy-to-Read LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) with Real Time Counter
SEARCH Function Automatically Locates the Beginning of the Next Selection in the Forward Direction
Rec Mute Function Automatically Inserts a Space Between Selections
Fully Automatic Tape Selector
Important safeguards
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“WARNING” “CAUTION”
“TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT “TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT .
EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.” REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS IN-
SIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.”
e This apparatus complies with requirements of EEC directive
82/499/EEC.

Precautions
1. Warranty card
The serial number is written on the rear panel of this unit.
Copy the serial number and model number onto your warran-
ty card and keep it in a safe place.
Power
WARNING
BEFORE TURNING ON POWER FOR THE FIRST TIME, READ
THE FOLLOWING SECTION CAREFULLY.
e@ Some models are designed for use only with the power
supply voltage of the region where they are sold.
e U.K. and Australian models: AC 240V, 50Hz
e@ European models (except U.K.): AC 220V, 50Hz
e Worldwide models: AC 120 and 220V
switchable, 50/60Hz
e Voltage selector (rear panel)
Worldwide models are equipped with a voltage selector to
conform with local power supplies. Be sure to set this
switch to match the power supply in your area before turn-
ing the power switch on. Voltage is changed by sliding
the groove in the switch with a screwdriver to the right or
left. Confirm that the switch has been moved all the way
to the right or left before turning the power switch on.
Models without a voltage selector can only be used in
areas where the power supply voltage is the same as that
of the unit.
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WORLDWIDE MODELS ONLY
Deck location
e@ Do not use or leave in direct sunlight or in other places sub-
ject to high temperature and humidity. The unit should
also not be left in potentially hot places such as near heat-
ing appliances. Excessive heat and moisture can lead to in-
ternal damage and serious malfunctions (this also applies
to cassette tapes). The recommended ambient tempera-
ture range is 5°C to 35°C.
e@ Avoid damp and dusty places and locations prone to vibra-
tions.
e Be extremely careful with the recording/playback heads.
Clean and demagnetize them regularly, but under no cir-
cumstances should magnets or other metals be used
anywhere near the heads.
@ This unit is extremely sensitive to magnetic fields, so do
not use near large speakers or other devices which
generate magnetic fields.
@ Hum may even be induced by magnetic flux leakage from
the power transformer in certain amplifiers. Therefore, this
unit should also be kept clear of the amplifier.
e@ Do not remove the cabinet case. If any of the internal parts
are handled, there is a considerable danger of electric
shock.
Cassettes to avoid:
e@ Cassettes with poorly formed cases that rattle during
rewind and fast forward.
@ Low cost cassettes with no guide roller or pressure pad
spring should never be used for stereo.
e C-120 cassettes — because the tape and the coating are ex-
tremely thin, distortion levels are high and the auto reverse
function may not operate properly. Also, even a slight
stretching of the tape will make it susceptible to being
caught up in the pinch roller and capstan.
e Endless tapes, if used for a long period of time, can over-
heat.
@ Dolby noise reduction and HX Pro headroom extension
manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories
Licensing Corporation. HX Pro originated by Bang and
Olufsen. “Dolby,” the double-D symbol and Dolby HX Pro
are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corpora-
tion.
e Recording of copyrighted material for other than personal
use is illegal without permission of the copyright holder.
System connections
All connections should be made with the power OFF. Hook up to
the amplifier:
R-200 (tuner amplifier) rear panei
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Remote control cable
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AC Outlet (UNSWITCHED)
(Australian model only)
An AC outlet is provided on the rear panel which is not switched
on and off by the power switch on the front panel. Capacity is 100
watts. Plug the K-200R into the AC outlet on the rear panel of the
R-200 tuner amplifier or C-200 CD player.
Notes:
1) Do not attempt to connect the RI remote control jack to any
equipment other than an Onkyo component bearing the RI
mark. Doing so could cause the unit to malfunction.
2) This unit employs a microcomputer which may not operate
properly if exposed to noise or interference from other
electronic components. Should the unit fail to operate proper-
ly, briefly switch the power off and then on again to correct
the problem.

Front and rear panel facilities
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Power Switch (POWER .=ON/_l OFF)
Cassette Hoider
Direction Indicators (REV/FWD)
Eject Button (EJECT)
Dolby NR Switch (DOLBY NR B/OFF/C)
Timer Switch (TIMER REC/OFF/PLAY)
Reverse Mode Selector Switch (= / >/c>)
Input Level Control Knob (INPUT LEVEL)
AUTO/MANUAL Button
AUTO : Recording level i tomat-
ically (AUTO LEVEL] indicator on)
MANUAL : Recording level is adjusted using
the Input Level Control knob
({AUTO LEVEL] indicator off)
Repeat Button (REPEAT)
Real Time Counter Operation Buttons
Tape Size Selector Button (TAPE SIZE)
Real Time Counter Mode Button
(REMA/CONS)
Elapsed Time Reset Button (RESET)
Tape Operation Buttons
SEARCH :: Search Button
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Ri~—« : Reverse Play Button
Ri» : Forward Play Button
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RI eI : Rec/Pause Button
FR1 >> : Fast Forward Button
RI << : Rewind Button
Tape Size Indicator (C90/C 120/C46/C60)
Real Time Counter
Counter Mode Indicators
(CONSUME/REMAIN)
Indicator
Repeat Indicator
Tape Operation Indicators
<Jc : Play Indicators
Oo : Recording Indicator
i : Pause Indicator
Peak Level Indicators (LEFT CH/RIGHT CH)
Line In Jacks (LINE IN (REC))
Line Out Jacks (LINE OUT (PLAY))
Remote Control Jack
(RIREMOTE CONTROL) (See page 2.)
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Controls marked with the R!logo can be operated using the
TAPE operation buttons of the RC-153S remote control unit in-
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Common modes of operation
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Check once again that all connections have been completed ex-
actly as indicated in the connections diagram and then turn the
power on. After turning power on, no operations are possible until
the Il Pause indicator has stopped flashing on and off.
Tape Playback
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Depress the Eject button to open the cassette holder.
Insert a cassette with the exposed tape facing down and the
side to be played facing outward. Close the cassette holder.
Set the Dolby NR switch to the proper position for the tape
about to be used.
@ Tapes recorded using Dolby B or C NR must be played back
with the Dolby NR switch in the B or C position, as ap-
propriate.
Set the Reverse Mode Selector switch to the desired tape
transport mode. See the “Reverse mode selector” section.
Press the or al Play button depending on which side of
the cassette you wish to listen to.
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manual for details).
Press the li STOP button to stop playback. After tape
transport has stopped and the Peak Levei indicators have
gone out, press the EJECT button to open the cassette holder
and remove the cassette.
Fast Forward and Rewind
Press the > button to wind the tape rapidly forward and the <4
button to wind it rapidly backward. The tape will stop when the
STOP button is pressed or when the end of the tape is reached
(on account of the auto-stop mechanism).
Recording
Recording from Sources other than the CD Player
@ Insert a cassette with the side to be recorded facing out.
Before inserting the cassette, confirm that the erasure preven-
tion tabs are intact (see page 10). If one or both of the tabs is
broken off, recording on the side with the missing tab will not
be possible.
e Operating the unit near a television set can cause hum during
recording or playback. Should this happen, either turn off the
television set or move it away from the cassette deck.
Set the Dolby NR switch to the B or C position if you want to
make a Dolby NR encoded recording.
Set the Reverse Mode Selector switch to the desired ((—) or
(= )) tape transport mode. See the “Reverse mode selector”
section for details.
Press the elapsed time counter RESET button to return the
tape counter to [0:00] so you can index the recording for fu-
ture reference.
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Press the R-200 INPUT SELECTOR button for the source you
wish to record.
Press the @Al button. The tape will not move, but the Peak
Level indicators will show the level of the signal being
received through the LINE IN jacks.
Use the AUTO/MANUAL button to select either auto or manual
mode. When the auto mode is selected ( [AUTO LEVEL] in-
dicator on) the optimum recording level is set automatically.
If the manual mode is selected ( [AUTO LEVEL] indicator off),
watch the Peak Level indicators and adjust the Input Level
Control knob to the proper position.
Confirm again that an input signal is being received (the Peak
Level indicators should light) and then press the m or ~al Play
button to begin recording.
The auto-stop mechanism will stop tape transport automat-
ically when the end of the tape is reached (depending on the
tape transport mode). To stop recording before the end of the
tape, press the li STOP button. To briefly interrupt recording,
press the @AI button.

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CD Player to Tape Synchro Recording
@ Synchro recording using the C-200 CD player is possible if
the K-200R is used with the other components in the same
series (R-200, C-200). Once the system is properly set up,
pressing the CD player’s PLAY, PAUSE or STOP button
causes the synchro recording function to simultaneously
switch the K-200R to the start, auto space or record/standby
mode, as appropriate.
@ The direction of tape travel should be set before using this
function. To change directions, press either the ® or ~«l Play
button followed immediately by the li STOP button.
Synchro Recording with Automatic Recording Level
Adjustment
@ Insert a cassette with the side to be recorded facing out.
Before inserting the cassette, confirm that the erasure preven-
tion tabs are intact. If one or both of the tabs is broken off,
recording on the side with the missing tab will not be possible.
@ Set the Dolby NR switch to the B or C position if you want to
make a Dolby NR encoded recording.
@ Set the Reverse Mode Selector switch to the desired ((——) or
(=>)) tape transport mode. See the “Reverse mode selector"
section for details.
Setting the Proper Recording Level
The recording level has an important effect on the sound quality a
tape will have when it is played back. A recording level that is too
high will cause distortion while one which is too low will lower the
signal-to-noise ratio resulting in a tape with excessive “hiss
noise.”
@ _ Automatic Recording Level Adjustment (|AUTO LEVEL in-
dicator on)
The optimum recording level is set automatically. When
recording to cassette from CD, we recommend using the
synchro recording function described above.
@ Manual Recording Level Adjustment ([AUTO LEVEL] indicator
off)
The recording level must be adjusted manually using the
INPUT LEVEL control knob. Set the level so that the "0”
through +3” indicators light occasionally. The top six seg-
ments of the peak level indicators (0— +6) feature a peak
hold function.
@ Press the elapsed time counter RESET button to retuin the
tape counter to [0:00] so you can index the recording for fu-
ture reference.
Press the @AII button.
Press the AUTO/MANUAL button to turn on the [AUTO LEVEL]
indicator. The mode is initially “auto” when power is first
turned on.
@ Press the C-200 CD player PLAY button. The synchro record-
ing function causes recording to commence automatically.
The optimum recording level is set automatically.
To stop recording before the end of the tape, press the Mi
STOP button. To briefly interrupt recording, press the @/AE
button.
Synchro Recording with Manual Recording Level Adjustment
After completing steps ()— @ above:
@ Press the C-200 CD player PLAY button.
© Press the @/II button. The tape will not move, but the Peak
Level indicators will show the level of the signal being
received through the LINE IN jacks.
@ Press the AUTO/MANUAL button to turn off the |AUTO LEVEL
indicator. Watch the Peak Level indicators and adjust the
Input Level Control knob to the proper position. (The input
levels for the left and right channels are adjusted automat-
ically.)
Press the C-200 STOP button, then press PLAY again. The
synchro recording function causes recording to commence
automatically.
@ To stop recording before the end of the tape, press the Mi
STOP button. To briefly interrupt recording, press the OAL
button.
@ Changing the R-200 input selector setting while recording
causes the K-200R to switch to the record/standby mode.
e Pressing the AUTO/MANUAL button has no effect during
recording.
The Dolby Noise Reduction System
Dolby B NRis the system used in most cassette tape decks to
reduce the background noise that is inherent in all cassette tapes.
This deck also features Dolby C NR, an even more effective noise
reduction system, developed by Dolby Laboratories in response
to the demand for even better sound from cassette tapes.
The Dolby HX Pro System
Tape sensitivity is constantly changing as recordings are made
due to the biasing effect of high frequency audio signals. Dolby
HX Pro is a system that compensates for these undesirable fluc-
tuations during recording. It does not operate during playback, so
cassettes recorded with Dolby HX Pro can be played back on
decks not equipped with the system.
Note:
Dolby HX Pro operates independently of Dolby B and C NR
and only during recording.

Special modes of operation
Real Time Counter
The real time counter can be used in two ways:
1. Elapsed Time Indication (CONSUME)
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After inserting a cassette, press the TAPE SIZE selector but-
ton. Each press advances the Tape Size indicator from C90 to
C120, C46, C60 and then back to C90.
Set the size of the cassette to be used before starting
playback or recording.
Press the REMA/CONS button to switch the real time counter
to the “CONSUME” (elapsed) time mode.
To return the counter to [0:00], press the RESET button.
When tape transport begins in the record or play mode, the
counter will begin counting the elapsed time. (If you turn the
cassette over without resetting the counter, the total time in-
cluding the first side will be displayed.) The two digits on the
left side display minutes and the two digits on the right dis-
play seconds.
e The counter reads [0:00] “CONSUME” and the Tape Size in-
dicator reads “C90” when the power is first turned on.
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2. Remaining Time Indication (REMAIN)
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The real time counter can also be used to show the amount of
time remaining on a cassette as it is being recorded or played
back.
@ Set the proper tape length using the TAPE SIZE selector but-
ton.
@ Press the REMA/CONS button to switch the real time counter
to the “REMAIN” (remaining) time mode. The counter will
then read {— — — —]}.
Begin playback or recording. The real time counter will first
read [CALC] for a few seconds and then show the time.
remaining on that side of the cassette.
If the remaining time counter passes “0:00,” “{72:/77" will
flash on an off on the display.
e If you accidentally set the wrong tape length, press the ap-
propriate TAPE SIZE selector button again to set the correct
length (without stopping playback or recording) to obtain the
correct remaining time reading.
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3. To Obtain the Most Accurate Time Indications Possible:
The real time counter is not a clock, so there may be slight dif-
ferences between the tape transport time as shown by the
counter and the actual time that has elapsed. Small differences in
tape lengths between different manufacturers can also cause
slight errors. To obtain a more precise reading of remaining time
near the end of a cassette, repeat the remaining time calculation
procedure. ff you insert a cassette of a different length, use the
TAPE SIZE selector button to set the new length.
e The remaining time is automatically recalculated when the
remaining time counter reaches [6:00]. The display changes
briefly to [CALC], then the new (more accurate) remaining time
is displayed.
1) If the wrong tape size has been selected, the remaining time
reading will differ significantly from the actual time remaining
on the cassette.
2) The correct elapsed time is maintained even when the deck is
in the remaining time mode.
3) The RESET button is used to reset the elapsed time reading.
4) When using a tape size other than those included in the Tape
Size indicator settings, set the Tape Size indicator to the size
closest to that of the cassette being used. In such cases there
will be a certain discrepancy between the actual elapsed and
remaining times and the values displayed. Slight differences
in the time displayed can also be caused by variations in the
internal construction of different cassettes.
Automatic Tape Selection System
This deck automatically detects the type of cassette in the cas-
sette holder and sets the bias and equalization to the correct set-
tings. Tape selection is performed by detecting the presence or
absence of identification pits on the back of the cassette shell.
Cassettes manufactured before this identification system was
adopted and bargain cassettes that do not incorporate these pits
can not be used with this deck.
High position detection holes

Using the Repeat Function (Block Repeat)
Use this function to repeat a song or a specific section up to five
times.
@® Press the m (or ~«l) Play button to begin playback.
@ Press the REPEAT button when the tape reaches the begin-
ning of the block you wish to repeat.
@ The REPEAT indicator flashes on and off. This marks the
beginning of the block to be repeated.
@ Press the REPEAT button once again when the end of the
block to be repeated is reached.
@® The repeat indicator stays on. The portion of the tape be-
tween the point where the REPEAT button was pressed first
and the point where the it was pressed a second time is
played five times in succession. After the fifth time, tape
transport halts at the point at which the REPEAT button was
pressed the second time.
e Note, however, that if the end of the tape is encountered
before you press the REPEAT button the second time, the end
of the tape becomes the endpoint of the block to be repeated.
e Pressing the REPEAT button a third time or pressing any
other operation button, however, cancels the block repeat
function and initiates the new function.
Using the Auto Space Button
This button is useful not only for making recordings from radio
broadcasts but also to eliminate the noise of the stylus making
contact with a record and the noise between selections ona
record,
@ Press the Q (Auto Space) button at any point during a record-
ing where you want to enter a blank section about five
seconds long.
@ The c> (Forward Play) or <a (Reverse Play) indicator flashes
on and off.
@ After the blank section has been inserted, tape transport stops
automatically and the deck returns to the rec/pause standby
mode.
@ The © Recording and Elindicators turn on.
@ To continue recording, press the Play button corresponding
to whichever Direction indicator is on.
® To insert a blank section of tape less than five seconds long,
press the @Alll button to return to the rec/pause standby
mode or press the appropriate Play button before the five
second period has elapsed.
© To insert a blank section of tape more than five seconds long,
hold the © (Auto Space) button down for as long as you want
the blank section to be. The deck will return to the rec/pause
standby mode immediately when the button is released.
@ The Auto Space button works in both the record and
record/pause modes.
@ The Auto Space button is also very convenient for making
silent sections of sufficient length for the proper operation of
automatic sensing systems such as Musie Search.
Music Search Function
@ Press this button to skip ahead to the next selection on the
tape and commence play.
e Then search function does not operate while recording or in
the rec/pause standby mode.
e Search operates by detecting the blank sections between
selections. If the space between two selections is not long
enough, Search will wind the tape to the next blank space of
sufficient length. In ordér to ensure that the blank sections be-
tween selections on your cassettes are of the correct length,
use the Auto Space button to insert these spaces when
making recordings.

Timer Recording and Playback
If the K-200R is used together with the R-200 tuner amplifier, you
can record FM broadcasis at preset times or use the system as an
alarm clock,
1. Timer Recording
TIMER
REC OFF PLAY
@_ Turn power on to the K-200R and R-200 and tune in the sta-
tion you wish to record. (Refer to the R-200 instruction manual
for details.)
2. Timer Playback
TIMER
REC OFF PLAY
Follow the instructions in the “Tape Playback" section on
page 4 to confirm that the cassette loaded in the deck is the
correct one and move the tape to the selection you wish
played first.
Prepare the cassette to be used for recording as described in
the ‘Recording from Sources other than the CD Player” sec-
tion on page 4. If you turn the “Auto” recording level adjust-
ment function on, the optimum recording level will be set
automatically.
With the K-200R and R-200 power switches still on, set the
tuner amplifier timer to turn power on at the time of your
choice. (Refer to the R-200 instruction manual for details.)
Set the Timer Switch to the REC position.
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Notes:
1) If no output from the speakers is required during the actual
recording, turn the volume down ail the way.
2) Be sure the C-200 (CD player) timer switch is in the OFF posi-
tion.
3) The Timer Switch should be left in the OFF position when the
timer function is not required.
@ With the K-200R and R-200 power switches still on, set the
tuner amplifier timer to turn power on at the time of your
choice. (Refer to the R-200 instruction manual for details.)
@® Set the Timer Switch to the PLAY position.
Notes:
1) Set the R-200 volume control to an appropriate level.
2) Be sure the C-200 (CD player) timer switch is in the OFF
position.
Auto-Reverse Operation
Reverse Mode
1) Because of slight physical differences between cassette shell
halves, cassettes recorded in the forward direction should be
played back in the forward direction to obtain the best results.
2) When recording, the direction of tape travel only switches
from forward to reverse. To keep track of which side is being
recorded so that you do not mistakenly use an already
recorded side, it is a good idea to always begin recordings
with side A.
This deck’s auto-reverse function automatically reverses the direc-
tion of tape travel in the playback or recording modes when the
end of the magnetic tape is reached. Tape travel is reversed as
soon as a photo sensor detects the presence of the clear leader at
the end of the tape. In other words, as soon as the sensor's light
ray passes through the tape, the direction of tape travel reverses.
Reversal takes place extremely quickly so the gap between sides
during playback is barely noticeable. If the cassette tape does not
have a clear Jeader section, tape travel is reversed the instant the
end of the tape (including the leader) is reached.
Auto-reverse may be activated prematurely with defective cas-
sette tapes with pin holes or other damage which allows fight to
pass through the tape. To prevent this from happening, play and
record such tapes using the "one side" tape transport mode in
which auto-reverse is not activated.

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Recheck the tape travel direction setting (shown by the Direction indicator) before beginning playback or recording.
The following explanation assumes that cassette side A is facing outward.
Due to the location of the photo sensor, the transparent leader must go by the heads before being detected for reverse-to-forward
switching. As a result, the silent gap is about one second longer than the forward-to-reverse switching gap.
Reverse Mode
Direction of Tape Travel
Playback
Recording
One side
Forward only
Press the = play button.
Only side A (front) is played
{once).
Press the @/i button followed
by the i play bution. Only
side A (front) is recorded.
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Press the ~@ play button.
Only side B (rear) is played
(once).
Press the @/II button followed
by the ~« play button. Only
side B (rear) is recorded.
Both sides
Press the ® play button to
begin playback in the forward
direction. Side A and then B are
played after which tape travel
automatically stops.
Press the @/i button followed
by the ™ play button. Side
A and then B are recorded after
which tape travel automatically
stops.
Press the «@ play button to
begin playback in the reverse
direction. Side B is played after
which tape travel automatically
stops.
If recording is started in the
reverse direction, only side B is
recorded after which tape travel
stops automatically.
Press the ® play button.
Sides A and B are played eight
times or until the appropriate
w STOP button is pressed,
When the repeat mode is used to
record the effect is the same if
both sides (=) had been
selected,
In order to prevent detection of the leader tape immediately after playback or recording begins, the photo sensor does not operate for
the first 20 seconds of playback or recording operation. However, if the end of the tape is reached during the initial 20-second period,
the direction of tape travel will still be reversed provided the Reverse Mode selector is set to “both sides" or “repeat.”
the following cases:
etc.) on the leader.
If a strong light is directed at or near the recording/playback head.
If the cassette has a leader which is not completely transparent.
Notes:
1.
2. Auto-reverse may not function properly in
@ Ifthe tape is extremely thin (C-120 cassettes, for example).
@ ifthere are markings (letters, designs,
e
@ ifthe cassette has no leader.
e
3.
Note that even if the leader is not detected, the direction of tape travel will still be reversed (provided the deck is set to one of the
reverse modes) when the end of the tape (including the leader) is reached. If the deck is set to the “one side” mode, tape travel will
stop when the end of the tape is reached.
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