Philips AQ 6345 User manual

Memo Recorder AQ 6345
TAPE SPEED
VOLUME
MIC REC
TAPE SPEED
VOLUME
MIC REC
COUNTER RESET
VOICE ACT
BNS
REC
COUNTER RESET
VOICE ACT
BNS
REC
MEMORECORDER
BACKGROUND NOISE SUPPRESSION
FLAT MIC
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BNS
MEMORECORDER
BACKGROUNDNOISE SUPPRESSION
FLAT MIC
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BNS
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English ................................................................... 5
Français ............................................................. 10
Español ............................................................... 15
Deutsch .............................................................. 20
Nederlands ................................................... 25
Italiano ................................................................ 30
Portugûes ....................................................... 35
Dansk .................................................................... 40
Svenska ............................................................. 45
Suomi ................................................................... 50
Έλληνικά ...................................................... 55
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TAPE SPEED
VOLUME
MIC REC
COUNTER RESET
VOICE ACT
BNS
REC
REC
MEMORECORDER
BACKGROUNDNOISE SUPPRESSION
FLAT MIC
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BNS
R6/UM3/AA
BNS
VOICE ACT
9STOP
2PLAY
5REWIND
6 WIND
0 REC
COUNTER RESET
FLAT MIC
BATTERY
COMPARTMENT
DC 3V ->+
;PAUSE
TAPE SPEED MIC REC p EVOLUME
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NOTES
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POWER INDICATOR
Whether the set is operated on batteries or a mains adapter,
during playback or recording, the power indicator lights
up.
• The power indicator goes out when the set is switched off.
• If battery power is low, the power indicator lights up only
dimly and you will need to replace batteries.
Batteries (not included)
1. Open battery door and insert two alkaline batteries, type
R6, UM3 or AA as indicated inside the compartment.
2. Remove the batteries from the set if they are exhausted or
not to be used for a long time.
•Batteries contain chemical substances, so they
should be disposed of properly.
Mains Adapter (not included)
1. The voltage of the DC 3V adapter must match with the
local voltage. The 3.5 mm adapter plug's 1.3 mm centre pin
also must be set to the minus pole -.
2. Connect the mains adapter to the set's DC 3V ->+
socket and a wall socket.
3. Always disconnect the mains adapter if you are not using it.
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POWER SUPPLY
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CASSETTE PLAYBACK
1. Open the cassette door and insert a tape (see fig. 2).
2. Press the door lightly to shut.
3. To start playback, press 1.
4. Adjust the sound with VOLUME.
• For personal mono sound listening, insert 3.5mm
headphones (preferably type ≥16 ohms) into the psocket.
The built-in speaker will then be disconnected.
5. To fast wind, press 5or 6.
6. Watch the tape counter display to find the point in the tape
you want to listen to. Press 9to stop fast winding at the
selected point.
•5or 6also allows you to fast cue or review during
playback. Using the tape counter to monitor passages, hold
down on 5or 6and release the key at the passage you
want. Tape playback continues from this point.
• To reset the tape counter display to 000, press the
COUNTER RESET switch.
7. You can also adjust TAPE SPEED to find or listen to
passages during playback. Set TAPE SPEED to:
•✚for high speed playback;
•0for normal speed playback;
•-for low speed playback.
Remember to set TAPE SPEED to 0for normal playback!
8. For brief interruptions, adjust PAUSE ;. To deactivate
pause, slide the switch back again.
9. To stop playback, press 9and the set is switched off.
•At the end of a tape, the 1key is automatically released
and the set switched off, unless PAUSE ;has been
activated.
GENERAL INFORMATION ON RECORDING
• This set is not suited for recording on CHROME (IEC II) or
METAL (IEC IV) type cassettes. You should only use
NORMAL type cassettes (IEC type I) on which the tabs have
not been broken.
• Altering the VOLUME and TAPE SPEED controls will not
affect the recording in progress with the exception of when
VOICE ACT is in use and VOLUME is adjusted.
• At the very beginning and end of the tape, no recording will
take place during the 7 seconds when the leader tape
passes the recorder heads.
• Recording is permissible insofar as copyright or other rights
of third parties are not infringed.
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CASSETTE PLAYBACK RECORDING
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PROTECTING TAPES FROM ACCIDENTAL ERASURE
(see fig. 3)
To safeguard a particular cassette, simply break out the left
tab. Recording on this side is no longer possible. If, however,
you wish to record over this side or a tape with open tabs,
cover the tabs with a piece of adhesive tape.
VOICE ACT (ACTivation)
VOICE ACT is a sound level sensor system which enables you
to record only when the microphone receives sound at the
preset level. The VOLUME wheel acts as the control for the
microphone sensor. If sound stops or falls below the volume
adjusted for the preset level, recording will pause hence
preventing empty recording. To activate:
1. Push VOICE ACT to ON.
2. Turn VOLUME:
Anti-clockwise – the sound level sensitivity drops and
only sound near the microphone will be
recorded.
Clockwise – sound sensitivity is increased. Distant and
background sounds will be picked up.
Note: When the recording pauses and is resumed
automatically according to the preset sound level, the
beginning of the track can be lost due to the recording
cut off and starting points.
BACKGROUND NOISE SUPPRESSION (BNS)
When in noisy surroundings, to achieve a clearer and better
defined voice recording, activate the BNS switch. The BNS
system emphasizes the frequency range of the human voice
while reducing both the high and low frequencies that usually
comprise noise. If you like, use BNS with VOICE ACT during
recording.
MAKING YOUR RECORDING
1. Open the cassette door and insert a tape (see fig. 2).
2. Press the door lightly to shut.
3. Adjust BNS and VOICE ACT to ON /OFF to suit your
recording mode (see VOICE ACT and BNS chapters above).
• If you do not wish to use the FLAT MIC built-in
microphone, insert an external microphone with a 3.5 mm
plug into the MIC socket and point to the sound source.
Make sure that you direct the microphone away from the
set to avoid a howling sound. Once the MIC is connected,
the FLAT MIC will not pick up sound.
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RECORDING
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• To monitor your recording, connect headphones to p.
4. To start recording, press REC 0.
• The REC indicator lights up.
•You can also start recording immediately during playback.
Press REC 0.
5. For brief interruptions, adjust PAUSE ;. To deactivate
pause, slide the switch back again.
6. To stop recording, press 9and the set is switched off.
• The REC indicator goes out.
•At the end of a tape, the 1and REC keys are automatically
released and the set switched off, unless PAUSE ;has
been activated.
7. To check your recording, use the 5or 6keys (see
CASSETTE PLAYBACK).
GENERAL INFORMATION
MAINTENANCE (see fig.4)
• Clean the tape heads every month with a cotton bud dipped
in alcohol, or by playing through a cleaning tape.
• Use a soft damp cloth to wipe off dust and dirt. Don't use
benzene or corrosives to clean the set.
• Don't expose the set or cassettes to rain, moisture, sand or
to excessive heat e.g. cars parked in direct sunlight.
• Don't use C-120 tapes.
TAKE CARE WHEN USING HEADPHONES
Hearing Safety: Listen at a moderate volume. Use at high
volume can impair your hearing!
Traffic Safety: Do not use headphones while driving or
cycling as you may cause an accident!
ENVIRONMENTAL NOTE
• The packaging has been minimized so that it is easy to
separate into two materials:- cardboard and plastic. Please
observe the local regulations regarding the disposal of
these packaging materials.
• Please inquire about local regulations on how to hand in
your old set for recycling.
This product complies with the radio interference
requirements of the European Community.
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RECORDING GENERAL INFORMATION
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TROUBLESHOOTING
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PROBLEM
– POSSIBLE CAUSE
• REMEDY
No sound/ power
– Wrong battery polarity
• Insert batteries correctly
– Batteries exhausted
• Replace batteries
–PAUSE ;has been activated
• Switch PAUSE ;off
– Volume is turned down
• Turn up volume
– Headphones still connected, speaker muted
• Disconnect headphones
Hum when using mains adapter
– Adapter used is unsuitable
• Use a Philips SBC6650 or other standard regulated DC 3V
adapters
Poor sound/sound from one channel only:
– Headphones plug not fully inserted
• Insert plug fully
Poor cassette sound quality
– Tape head dirty
• Clean tape head (see MAINTENANCE)
Tape playback too slow/ fast
– TAPE SPEED on wrong setting
• Set TAPE SPEED to 0
If a fault occurs, first check the points listed below before taking the set for repair. If you are unable to remedy a problem by
following these hints, consult your dealer or service centre.
WARNING: Under no circumstances should you try to repair the set yourself, as this will invalidate the
guarantee.
The model number is found at the back of the set and the production number in the battery compartment.
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