Radio Shack 14-1117 User manual

Portable Cassette
Tape Recorder
14-1117
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Powering the Recorder
Installing Batteries
1. Press down on the
battery compartment
cover andslide it in
the direction of the
arrows to remove it.
2. Insert four size C
batteriesasindicated
by the polarity
symbols marked
inside.
3. Replace the cover.
Using AC or DC Power
You can power the recorder using a 6V,
300mA AC adapter or a 12V power source
(such asyour vehicle’s cigarette-lighter
socket), and asize M Adaptaplug™ adapter
(none supplied). Both are available at your
local RadioShack store.
Caution: You mustuse a Class 2
power source that supplies 6VDC and
delivers 300mA. Its center tip must be
set to negative andits plug must fit the
recorder's DC 6V jack. Using an adapter that
does not meet these specifications could
damage the recorder or the adapter.
1. Set the adapter’s voltage switch to 6V.
2. Attach the Adaptaplug to the adapter’s
cord with the tip set tonegative.
3. Insert theadapter’s barrelplug into the
recorder’s DC 6V jack. This disconnects
the batteries.
4. Plug the other end of the adapter into a
standard AC outlet or a DC power source.
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Step One
Loading a Cassette
1. Remove any slack from the cassette tape
by turning one of the hubs with a pencil.
The tapemight become tangled in the
record/playback mechanism if you do not
remove excess slack.
2. Press STOP/EJECT to open the cassette
compartment door.
3. Insert thetape withits open edge outward
toward the controls, and the desired side
facing up.
4. Close the door.
Step Three
ÔBATTERY NOTES Ô
• Dispose of old batteries promptly and properly.
• Do not burn or bury batteries.
• Use fresh batteries of the required size and recommended type.
• Do not mix old and new batteries, different types of batteries (standard, alkaline, or
rechargeable), or rechargeable batteries of different capacities.
• If you do not plan to use the recorder for a month or more, remove the batteries.
Batteries can leak chemicals that can damage electronic parts.
Connecting Earphones
Use the supplied earphone for private listening. Insert the earphone’s
plugintothe recorder’sEAR jack.Connectingthe earphoneautomatically
disconnectsthe built-in speaker.
Listening Safely
• Set thevolume tothe lowestsettingbefore you begin listening. After
you begin listening, adjust thevolume toa comfortable level.
• Do not listen at extremely high volume levels. Extended high-volume
listening can lead to permanent hearing loss.
• Once youset thevolume, do not increase it. Over time, your ears
adapt to the volume level, so a volume level that does not cause
discomfort might still damage your hearing.
Traffic Safety
• Do not wear earphones while operating a motor vehicle or riding a
bicycle. This can create a traffic hazard and could be illegal insome
areas.
• Even though some earphones let you hear some outside sounds
when listening at normal volume levels, they still can present a traffic
hazard.
Step Two
Recording
Using the Built-In Microphone
1. Load a cassette tape in thecompartment.
2. Place the recorder as close as possible to the recording
source (within 2-3 feet,if possible).
3. Press RECORD. Both PLAY and RECORD automatically
remain pressed down, and the RECORD/BATT LED lights
while recording.
4. PressPAUSE at any time to temporarily stop recording. To
resume recording, press PAUSE again.
5. Press STOP/EJECT to stop recording.
Using an External Microphone
You can connect an external 1/8-inch plug to the recorder.
Dependingon thetype of microphoneyou use, this is handy
when you want to record only an individual’s voice or exclude
other sounds in the surrounding area. Your local Radioshack
store carries a wide variety of microphones.
Step Five
1. Load a cassette tape in the compartment.
2. Connect an external microphone.
If the external microphone has a 1/8-inch plug, insert it
into the recorder’s MIC jack.
If the external microphone has two plugs and an On/Off
switch, this meansyou can remotely control the recorder
from your microphone. Insert themicrophone’s 1/8-inch
plugintotherecorder’sMIC jack, andthe smallerplug into
the REM jack.
3. Press RECORD. Both PLAY and RECORD automatically
remain pressed down.
4. If you are using an external microphone with an On/Off
switch, set the switch to ON.
5. Speak intothe microphone.
6. Press STOP/EJECT to stop recording.
Playing a Cassette
1. Load a cassette tape in the compartment.
2. Rotate VOLUME to MIN for low sound.
3. Press PLAY. The tape begins to play.
4. Adjust VOLUME to the desired listening level.
5. To stop playback before the tape reaches the end, press
STOP/EJECT. Otherwise, the tape will automatically stop playing
once it reaches the end.
6. Press STOP/EJECT again to open the cassette compartment door
and remove the cassette.
Step Four
Cassette tape compartment
MIN-VOLUME-MAX — Adjust
playback volume to the desired
listening level.
DC 6V — Connect
an adapter and use
AC or DC power.
MIC — Connect an external
microphone, if desired.
REM — Connect an external
microphone here if the
microphone has remote
control capability.
EAR — Connect the supplied
earphone here for private listening.
AUX — Connect an external audio
source so that you can record from it.

Limited 90-Day Warranty
Specifications
Recommended Tapes
Tape quality greatly affects thequality of the recording. We
recommend extended-range or low noise Type 1 regular length
(60 or90 minute) normal-bias cassettetapes. We do not
recommend long-play cassette tapes such as C-120s because
they are thin and easily tangle.
Preventing Accidental Erasure
Cassette tapes have two erase-protection tabs — one for each
side. When a tab is in place, you can record on that side. To
preventerasureofarecording,use a screwdriverto removeone
orbothoftheerase-protectiontabs.This preventsRECORD from
being pressed. If you later decide to record on a side after you
have removed theerase-protection tab, placea piece of strong
plastictapeoverthatside’serase-protectionhole.Coveronlythe
hole originally covered by the erase-protection tab. Removing
the erase-protectiontabs does not preventa bulk eraserfrom
erasing a cassette tape.
Erase-Protection Tabs
Keep therecorderdry; ifit gets wet, wipeit dry immediately. Use and
store the recorder only in room temperature environments. Handle the
recorder carefully; do not drop it.Keep the recorder away from dustand
dirt, and wipeit with a damp cloth occasionally to keep it looking new.
If your recorder is not performing as it should, take it to your local
RadioShack store for assistance. To locate your nearestRadioShack,
use the store locator feature on RadioShack's website
(www.radioshack.com), or call 1-800-The Shack (843-7422) and follow
the menu options.
Modifying or tampering withthe recorder'sinternal components can
cause a malfunction and might invalidate its warranty.
Cassette Player
Track System ............................................................. 2-Track Monaural
Tape Speed ......................................................................... 4.76 cm/sec
Recording System .......................................... Magnetic Erase, AC Bias
Frequency Response ........................................... 125 to 6.3 kHZ ±6 dB
Signal to Noise Ratio ..................................................................... 55 dB
Wow and Flutter .......................................................................... 0.20 %
General
Power Requirements .................................. DC 6V, Four (4) C Batteries,
AC Adapter, DC Adapter
Dimensions (HWD)..................................... 1 3/4x 5 11/16 x 9 5/8Inches
45 x 145 x 245 mm
Weight (without batteries) ......................................... 1 lb 12 oz. (794 g)
Tape Tips
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Care
Restoring Tension and Sound Quality
After playinga cassette tape several times, the tape might
become tightly wound on the reels, causing playback sound
quality to deteriorate. To restore the sound quality, fast-forward
the tapefrom the beginning to the end of one side, then
completely rewind it.Loosenthe tapereelsby gently tapping
each edge of thecassette ona flat surface.Be careful not to
damage the cassette when tapping it. Do not touch the exposed
tape or allow any sharp objects near the cassette.
Erasing Recordings
To record over a cassette tape, simply record as usual. The
cassette deck records over theprevious recording.
Toeraseacassettetape,insertthe suppliederasingplugintothe
MIC jack and press RECORD. The recorder records silenceuntil
the tape reaches the end or you press STOP/EJECT.
Toavoidaccidentallyrecordingsound,besuretodisconnectany
external audio source from the recorder’sAUX jack while using
the erasingplug.
What’s Included
• Tape Recorder with Cassette Player
• Earphone
• Built-in Microphone
•ErasingPlug
• Owner’s Manual
Dirt,dust,orparticlescanaccumulateonthetape
heads andother parts that the tape touches. This
can greatly reduce the performance ofthe
cassette player. After every 20 hours of tape
player operation, clean the tape parts or use a
RadioShack cassette deck cleaning kit.
1. Remove the batteries and disconnect any
other power source.
2. Open the cassette compartment door and
press PLAY to expose the tape parts.
3. Use a cotton swab dipped in denatured
alcohol or tape head cleaning solution to
clean the tape guides, record/play head,
erase head, pinch roller, and capstan.
4. When you are finished, press STOP/EJECT
and close the cassette compartment door.
Then reconnect power.
Tape Cleaning
Step Six
Recording from an External Audio
Source
You can recorddirectlyfromanexternalaudio
source, such as a radio, tape deck, or CD
player, using a suitable mono patch cord with
a 1/8-inch plug (available at RadioShack).
1. Before connecting an external audio
source to the recorder, make sure volume
on the source and recorder are set to
minimum.
2. Load a cassette tape in the compartment.
3. If you connected an external microphone,
disconnect it.
4. Connect one end of your patch cord to
your external audio source, and then
connect the other end to theAUX jack.
5. Turn on the audio source and adjust its
volume to a comfortable listening level.
6. Press RECORD to begin recording. Both
PLAY and RECORD automatically remain
pressed down while recording.
7. Press STOP/EJECT to stop recording.
Most material on compactdiscs and
prerecorded tapes is copyrighted.
Unauthorized duplication of copyrighted
material is a violation of the copyright laws of
most countries andsuch duplication may
result in fines and/or imprisonment. Please
note that in the UnitedStates, it is not a
violation of the U.S. copyright laws fora
consumer to use an audio recording device to
duplicate musical recordings for
noncommercial (personal) use.
Notes
• Connecting an adapter disconnects the internal batteries.
• To see if batteries need to be replaced, press PLAY,REWIND, or
FAST-F. If the RECORD/BATT LED lights steadily, replace the
batteries.
• Press PAUSE at any time to stop tape playback. To resume
playback, press PAUSE again.
• Press REWIND or FAST-F to rapidly wind the tape backward or
forward. To resume play, press STOP/EJECT, and then press PLAY.
• Beforeloading a cassette tapeforrecording,besurethecassette’s
erase-protection tabs are in place.
• Therecorder’sAutomaticLevelControlcircuitautomaticallyadjusts
the recording level. VOLUME has no effect on recording.
• Connecting anexternal microphone automatically disconnects the
built-in microphone.
• To temporarily stop recording, pressPAUSE, or set the microphone
to OFF. To resume recording, pressPAUSE again or set the
microphone to ON.
• During recording,the recorder’s speaker is muted. If you want to
monitor recording, use the supplied earphone.