Sony TC-RX60ES User manual

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3-769-978-11
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Stereo Cassette Deck
TC-RX60ES
Operating Instructions page 2
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly
and retain it for future reference.
Mode d’emploi _ page 22
Avant la mise en service de l'appareil, priére de lire attentivement
ce mode d’emploi que l’on conservera pour toute référence ultérieure.
Manual de instrucciones pagina 42
Antes de utilizar la unidad, lea este manual detenidamente
y consérvelo para futuras referencias.
© +1988 by Sony Corporation

WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit
to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer
servicing to qualified personnel only.
Features
NOTICE FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN THE UNITED
KINGDOM
IMPORTANT
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance
with the following code:
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this
apparatus may not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed
as follows:
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to
the terminal which is marked with the letter N or
coloured black.
The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to
the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured
red.
The TC-RX60ES is an auto-reverse cassette deck
equipped with a laseramorphous magnetic alloy head
using LC-OFC winding for recording and playback, and
features the following functions.
® Quick-reverse function prevents tape transport on the
leader tape.
e The Dolby HX PRO* system improves the linearity of
the tape’s high range response during recording.
e Easy-to-read digital linear counter shows the elapsed
recording or playback time.
e AMS, blank skip and music scan functions provide
easy access to a desired selection.
* Dolby noise reduction and HX Pro headroom extension manufactured
under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. HX Pro
originated by Bang & Olufsen.
“DOLBY”’, the double-D symbol 00 and “HX PRO” are trademarks of
Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

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On safety
¢ Before operating the unit, make sure that the operating
voltage of your unit is identical with that of your local
power supply.
¢ Should anything fall into the cabinet, unplug the unit
and have it checked by qualified personnel before
operating it any further.
e Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if it will not be
used for a long time. To disconnect the cord, pull it out
by grasping the plug. Never pull the cord itself.
¢ The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source
(mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet,
even if the unit itself has been turned off.
¢ The nameplate indicating operating voltage, power
consumption, etc. is located on the rear.
On operation
e When the unit is not used, turn the power off, to
conserve energy and to extend the useful life of your
unit.
* Because of the safety mechanism, the function buttons
will not operate if the cassette holder is not completely
closed, if there is no cassette, or if a cassette has
been incorrectly inserted into the cassette holder.
On head cleaning
The heads and tape path should be cleaned after 10
hours of operation. Dirty heads and a dirty tape path may
cause:
Loss of high frequency response
Loss of sound volume
Sound drop-out
‘If you have any questions or problems concerning your
unit, please contact your nearest Sony dealer.
Operating Voltage
Before connecting the unit to the power source, check
that the operating voltage of your unit is the same as the
local power line voltage.
| Where purchased | Operating
European
countries
(or 240 V
AC adjustable by authorized Sony
personnel), 50/60 Hz
Operates on 240 V AC (or 220 V
AC adjustable by authorized Sony
personnel), 50 Hz
United Kingdom
Canada
Operates on 120 V AC, 60 Hz

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Place
the
unit
in
a
location
with
adequate
Do
not
place
the
unit
on
a
soft
surface,
such
as
a
rug
that
would
air
circulation
to
prevent
internal
heat
block
the
ventilation
holes
on
the
bottom.
build-up in the unit.
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Install the unit with the front panel facing toward you.
Do not install the unit:
—near
heat
sources
such
as
radiators
or
air
ducts.
—in
a
place
subject
to
direct
sunlight,
excessive
dust,
mechanical
vibration
or
shock.
—in
an
inclined
position.
rd
Do not throw away the carton and the packing material!
They make an ideal container when transporting the unit or
shipping it for servicing.

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Parts
Identification
of
the
Rear
Panel
LINE IN (line input) jacks (phono jacks)
Connect to the tape outputs (recording outputs)
of an amplifier for tape recording.
SYNC connector (3-pin)
For synchronized recording with a turntable,
connect to the SYNC connector of the Sony
turntable system. For further details, refer to the
instruction manual of the optional Sony turntable
system equipped with the SYNC connector.
LINE
OUT
(line
output)
jacks
(phono
jacks)
Connect
to
the
tape
inputs
of
an
amplifier
for
playback.
Notes on Connections __
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|
AC power cord
CONTROL § connectors (4-pin)
IN: Connect to the optional Sony RM-88 wireless
remote control unit or the CONTROL S
OUT connector of another piece of Sony
equipment.
OUT: Connect to the CONTROL § IN connector
of another piece of Sony equipment.
e
Turn
off
the
power
to
all
equipment
before
making
any
connection.
e
Note
that
the
red
plug
of
the
supplied
connecting
cord
is
for
right-channel
(R)
connection
and
the
white
plug
for
left-channel
(L)
connection.
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The
connecting
cords
should
be
fully
inserted
into
the
jacks.
A
loose
connection
may
cause
hum
pick-up.
| Flat cord connection —
Remote control cord Synchro remote control
4-pin 2 cord (3-pin
(4-pin) RQ (3-pin)
Supplied with
the optional
; Sony turntable
(Supplied) system
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Be sure to insert the cord firmly.
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This way. Not this way.
o disconnect the cord, pull out the connector. Do
not pull the cord itself.
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Basic connection
REC OUT
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TAPE INPUT
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for playback
LINE OUT
Amplifier
==> to a wall outlet
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TC-RX60ES
LINE IN
Connection for tape dubbing
LINE OUT
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from
another }
tape deck
LINE IN
onto another
tape deck
LINE OUT
Another tape deck
to an AC outlet
to an AC outlet
an,
==> to an AC outlet
Connection for synchronized operation with
a turntable system
Turntable system
to an AC
outlet
to a wall
outlet {
TC-RX60ES
to an AC outlet

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Refer to the pages indicated in @ for details.
DISPLAY window
PEAK LEVEL METERs
LINEAR COUNTER
DIRECTION indicators
TAPE OPERATION indicators
TAPE TYPE indicators
— ||° O
POWER switch pmo | :
TIMER switch ®
t
inl
(eject) button
Cassette holder
COUNTER RESET and MEMORY buttons ©—_-—_—___------___--—___—-----—-

Tape operation buttons and indicators
<4 (leftward fast winding) button
bP (rightward fast winding) button
& (forward play) button and indicator
<@ (reverse play) button and indicator
@ (stop) button
Il (pause) button and indicator
© REC MUTE (record muting) button J)
@ REC (record) button and indicator
DOLBY NR switches ({), Q)
REC LEVEL (recording level) controls J)
PHONES LEVEL (headphones level) contro!
PHONES (headphones) jack (stereo phone jack)
DIRECTION MODE selector 10} @
TAPE OPERATION button @. @

Playback
Set the amplifiers function to tape monitor.
Stopping play
To stop play
Press @.
Press Ul.
To restart play, press #1 again.
To stop for a moment
during play
How
to
set
DIRECTION
MODE
selector
“|
Selector
position
To
play
back
one
side
of
the
Oo
==
(released)
cassette
To
play
back
both
sides
=
C—
(depressed)
continuously *
*
After
playing
back
five
times,
play
stops
automatically.
1 Press & to open the cassette holder and
insert a recorded cassette.
2 Start playback.
From the front side
Press >.
From the reverse side Press <@
How to use DOLBY NR switches
Set the DOLBY NR switches to the same position as
was used when recording the cassette.
Dolby NR system | Dolby OFF | Dolby B _| Dol
Oo OFF
Either
position
Switch setting
O B-TYPE | 2 C-TYPE
Side
of
the
cassette
being
played
back
or
recorded
The
DIRECTION
indicator
illuminates
to
indicate
the
side
of
the
cassette
being
played
back
or
recorded.
Reverse side
DIRECTION
REVERSE FORWARD
Front side
DIRECTION
REVERSE
FORWARD
The head is reversed immediately when
The
leader
tape
of
the
cassette
is
detected
by
the
unit’s
infrared sensor. (Quick reverse function)
In the following cases, the quick reverse function may not
operate correctly
©
Recording
or
playback
is
started
within
10
seconds
before
the
leader
tape.
©
The
leader
tape
is
striped
or
is
such
a
dark
color
that
infrared
rays
cannot
pass
through,
or
the
cassette
has
no
leader
tape.
©
The
magnetically
coated
base
tape
is
very
thin,
as
in
a
C-120
cassette.
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Is it necessary to set the tape type being used?
No. Because the deck has an automatic tape type cetection
system. In recording or playback of TYPE | (normal), TYPE Il
(CrO,) and TYPE IV (metal) cassette tapes, this systen
automatically adjusts the equalization and bias currint to the
optimum setting for the type of cassette used. The turrent
tape selection is indicated by the TAPE TYPE indicaor.
To switch to the recording mode during playback
Keeping <4 or ® pressed, press @. This is useful wie editing
previously recorded material.
The TIMER switch must be set to OFF because...
The TIMER switch makes the system ready for the imer
recording and playback using the optional timer. If t iss not set
to OFF, recording or playback will start automaticaly when the
power is turned on.
What is Dolby NR system?
The Dolby NR (noise reduction) system reduces tap¢ h iss
noise in low level high frequency signals. The systen Roosts
these signals in recording and lowers them in playtuck.

Locating
the
Beginning
of
a
Selection
during
Playback
—Automatic Music Sensor (AMS)
1 Make sure that the MEMORY indicator
is not displayed. If it is, press MEMORY.
2 Press TAPE OPERATION so that the
AMS/BLANK SKIP indicator lights up.
3 Check the DIRECTION indicator and
press <q or PP. ;
DIRECTION| Desired selection _
“Indieator "Next |Current
a | selection | selection —
Skipping a Blank—Blank Skip
This function is useful when the cassette to be
played back has unnecessary blank portions.
What is AMS?
It detects the blank space between selections and locates the
beginning of a selection during playback. To assure correct
operation of the AMS, there must be a blank of 4 seconds or
longer between selections.
If the pp or << button is pressed immediately before the
following selection
The AMS may locate the selection after the one immediately
following.
The AMS may not operate
—if there is noise in the space between selections
—if the space is less than 4 seconds long.
1 Make sure that the MEMORY indicator is
not displayed. If it is, press MEMORY.
2 Press TAPE OPERATION so that the
AMS/BLANK SKIP indicator lights up.
3 Press <4 or >.
The deck automatically goes into the fast
winding mode where there is a blank of
about 10 seconds or more.
The AMS will treat the following as blanks:
—a long pause in the music
—a passage of low frequencies or very low volume
—a passage of gradual increase or decrease of volume
Should the above happen, press TAPE OPERATION to turn off
the AMS/BLANK SKIP indicator.
Note on the optional Sony RM-88 remote control unit
Q button of the RM-88 functions as the TAPE OPERATION
button on the unit, as long as it is not used with @ button.
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Playback
Beginning of Each Selection—Music Scan
Playing
Back
Automatically
after
Fast
Winding—Auto
Play
1 Make sure that the MEMORY indicator
is not displayed. If it is, press MEMORY.
2 Press TAPE OPERATION so that the
MUSIC SCAN indicator lights up.
The beginning of each selection will be
played back for 10 seconds one after
another.
1 Make sure that the MEMORY indicator
is not displayed. If it is, press MEMORY.
2 Press TAPE OPERATION so that neither
the AMS/BLANK SKIP nor the MUSIC
SCAN indicator lights up.
3
To play from the Keeping »
beginning of the front | pressed,
side of the cassette press <Q.
To play from the Keeping <@
beginning of the pressed,
reverse side of the press PP.
cassette
After the tape is completely rewound, the
deck will automatically start playback.
The indicator on the ® or < button blinks during music scan
and shows the following
While
fast
winding,
the
indicator
blinks
rapidly.
And
while
playing
back,
it
blinks
slowly.
If you find the desired selection during music scan
Press B or «<q while the indicator on the ® or <¢ bution is
blinking slowly. And the playback starts.
ne
Music scan functions only on one side of a cassette
Even if you select the = position with the DIRECTION MODE
selector, the unit will automatically shut off at the beginning or
the end of the side of the cassette on which the music scan
function began.
If playback starts in the middle of the tape when you do auto
play
If the MEMORY indicator is displayed, press MEMORY to turn
the indicator off.

Locating
a
Desired
Position
using
the
Counter—Memory
Play
1 Press COUNTER RESET at the desired
point while playing.
The counter will be set to 0.00.
2 Press MEMORY.
The MEMORY indicator will be displayed.
3 When you want to return to the desired
point during playback, press the following:
DIRECTION indicator |Operation
Press <q and Bm.
Press PR and <4.
The tape will be rewound to around 0.00 and
playback will start.
Do
not
turn
the
power
off
while
using
the
counter
When
you
turn
the
power
off,
the
counter
is
reset
to
0.00.
When
you
press
only
the
<<
or
B®
button
when
locating
the
desired
point
The
tape
will
be
rewound
and
the
unit
will
stop
at
around
0.00.
(Memory stop)
The accuracy of the counter
This counter is not actually a digital clock, and thus the
displayed figures are not exactly equal to the actual elapsed
time. The accuracy will vary depending on the type of tape
being used. This counter has been designed using Sony
cassette tapes as a standard.
C80 (thin hub)
C54 (thin hub)
* C46 (thick hub)
* C60, C90 (thin hub) C46 (thin hub)
minute —1 0 +1 +2 +3
The counter indication The counter indication
is less than the actual is more than the actual
tape running time. tape running time.
Notes on the counter
° lf necessary, verify the accuracy of the counter when using
cassette tapes other than Sony’s, or tapes of a special
length.
* Pay attention to the length of the leader tape when
recording.
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When
the
deck
functions
in
the
recording
mode,
previously
recorded
material
will
be
erased.
The indicator on the » or <4 button blinks when @ is
pressed...
Recording is possible only on the side(s) shown by the blinking
indicator(s). If the cassette tab has been removed for the
prevention of accidental erasure, the indicator does not blink.
If the side whose tab has been removed is selected for
recording
The deck will start playback instead of recording.
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1 Press & and insert a cassette on which
to record.
2 Select the desired DOLBY NR system
setting. (See page 10.)
3 Select the side(s) to be recorded:
To record on one side
To record on both sides
(from front side to
reverse side)
continuously
4 Adjust the recording level.
1) Press @.
2) Play the program source to be recorded.
3) Adjust the recording level with REC
LEVEL controls. (See next page.)
5 Start recording.
Side to be recorded
Both sides or only
front side
Buttons pressed
To stop recording, press Mf.
Only reverse side
When you select C> with the DIRECTION MODE switch for
recording
The deck always stops at the end of the reverse side of the
tape, even if you select the C= position with the DIRECTION
MODE switch.

Recording Level Adjustment
Adjust
the
recording
level
according
to
tape
type
by
observing
the
PEAK
LEVEL
METERs,
referring
to
the
following
diagram.
Recommended maximum PEAK LEVEL METER reading
TYPE
|
(normal),
TYPE
li
(CrO,)
TYPE
IV
(metal)
tapes
tapes
dB == -2 a) ~10 a4 mo
Bl eB nn 3 oe
ovudo “TT =
Adjust the recording level as high as possible without
causing distortion in the recorded sound.
\f the recording level setting is too high, the recording
will be distorted; if it is too low, the tape will produce a
hissing sound.
If the program source to be recorded has many high
frequency signals, set the level to a relatively low
position.
Notes on Cassettes
To prevent accidental erasure
To
protect
side
A
To
reuse
a
cassette
recording
Cover
each
slot
with
Break
out
the
tab
plastic
tape.
of
side
A.
Side ae
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When
using
TYPE
I!
(CrOz)
or
TYPE
IV
(metal)
cassettes
Be
careful
not
to
cover
the
detector
slots
which
are
necessary
for
automatic
tape
type
detection.
Tab
of
side
Bo
Tab
of
side
A
TYPE
Il
ome
TYPE
IV
(metal)
Detector
slots
Detector
slots
How to start recording more precisely
1 Press #1 after playing the program source to be recorded.
2 Keeping @ pressed, press B® for front side recording or <@
for reverse side recording.
3 Adjust the recording level.
4 Press If again when you want to start recording.
Recording will start.
The TIMER switch must be set to OFF because...
The TIMER switch makes the system ready for the timer
recording and playback using the optional timer. If it is not set
to OFF, recording or playback will start automatically when the
power is turned on.
C-120 cassettes are not recommended except when
necessary for long continuous recording and playback
C-120 cassettes use extremely thin tape which tangles
easily when the tape transport is stopped and started
frequently.
Cassette care
¢ Avoid touching the tape surface of a cassette, as any
dirt or dust will contaminate the heads.
¢ Keep cassettes away from equipment with magnets,
such as speakers and amplifiers, as erasure or
distortion on the recorded tape could occur.
¢ Do not expose cassettes to direct sunlight, extremely
cold temperatures or moisture.
To check the approximate remaining recording time on the
tape
1 Press COUNTER RESET to set the counter to 0.00.
2 Advance the tape to its end using the appropriate fast
winding button.
The figure on the linear counter shows the approximate time
remaining on the tape.
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You can insert a blank space in a tape to help
you locate a selection (AMS function, see page
11). In addition, you can eliminate the unwanted
portions of the recording material.
Synchronized recording can be performed with a Sony
turntable system equipeed with the SYNC connector.
For connection, see the connection diagram on page 7.
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Synchronized Recording with a Turntable System
1 While recording, press QO REC MUTE.
If you want the blank to be four seconds
long, press and release immediately.
If you want it to be longer, keep pressing
for as long as you want.
The #f indicator flickers. No incoming
signals are recorded on the tape.
The tape stops automatically, and the
indicator lights up.
2 Press §f to resume recording.
1 Prepare the turntable and amplifier for playing a
record.
2 Prepare the deck for recording. (See page 14)
3 Press II.
4 Set the deck in the record stand-by mode.
To record on the front Keeping @ pressed,
side press >
To record on the reverse | Keeping @ pressed,
side press <.
When the tonearm lowers onto the record, recording
begins.
When the tonearm is lifted up, the deck automatically
enters the record muting mode for four seconds and
returns to the record pause mode.
For details, see the instruction manual of the turrtable
system.

DOLBY HX PRO system
This
system
provides
improved
linearity
in
high-range
frequency
response
during
recording.
Tapes
recorded
with
this
system
retain
the
same
high
quality
even
when
played
back
on
other
tape
decks.
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High
|
Distortion
Output
315Hz
6.3kKHz
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315Hz distortion
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| Bias current — High
Established bias current
As
shown
above,
characteristics
such
as
output
level
and
distortion
differ
widely
according
to
the
bias
(high-
frequency)
current.
In
conventional
system,
the
bias
current
is
susceptible
to
variations
in
certain
recording
signals
(see
diagram
below),
and
this
can
cause
fluctuations
in
frequency
response,
distortion,
or
other
unwanted
characteristics.
=
High
Output
Fluctuation
Frequency ——=> High
_
With the Dolby HX PRO System, the effective bias
amount
added
to
the
bias
current
is
controlled
in
millisecond
units
to
greatly
reduced
distortion,
improving
linearity in high-range response and ensuring high-
intensity recording with minimal distortion and noise.

Timer-Activated
Playback
and
Recording
By
connecting
a
commercially
available
timer,
automatic
playback
or
recording
can
be
performed
at
a
preset
time.
J to an AC
outlet
Amplifier
to the switched
outlet of the
timer
2
+
to a wall
outlet
When the timer-activated operation is completed
Set the TIMER switch on the unit to OFF. If the TIMER switch
is left at REC, the unit will automatically enter the recording
mode the next time the power is turned on, and the previously
recorded material may be erased.
Keep the POWER switch depressed on the tape deck
When the timer is set, the power of the deck will be cut off.
However, be sure to leave the POWER switch depressed on.
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1 Prepare the equipment for playback or
recording following the steps shown on
page 10 or 14.
2 Set the timer to the desired time.
3 Set the unit’s TIMER switch to PLAY or
REC.
Playback or recording will start at the
preset time.
Check the direction mode indicator
Timer-activated operation will start on the side shown by
DIRECTION indicator.

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Cleaning
the
Heads
and
Tape
Path
Clean
all
surfaces
over
which
the
tape
travels
after
every
10
hours
of
operation.
However,
cleaning
before
every
recording
is
recommended
to
obtain
high
quality
recording
sound.
1
Press
&
to
open
the
cassette
holder.
2
Wipe
the
heads,
the
pinch
rollers
and
the
capstans
with
a
cleaning
tip
slightly
moistened
with
tape
cleaning
fluid
or
alcohol.
Erase head
Record/Playback
head
Demagnetizing
the
Heads
|
After
20
or
30
hours
of
use,
or
when
you
notice
hiss
1
Turn
off
POWER.
|
andior
loss
of
high
frequencies,
the
residual
magnetism
|
built
up
on the
heads
should
be
removed.
2
Demagnetize
the
heads
with
any
commercially
available demagnetizer.
Refer to the instruction manual of the demagnetizer
for detailed instructions.
Cleaning
the
Cabinet
|
Clean
the
cabinet,
panel
and
controls
with
a
soft
cloth
important
slightly
moistened
with
a
mild
detergent
solution.
Do
not
use
any
type
of
abrasive
pad,
scouring
powder
or
solvents
such
as
alcohol
or
benzine.

Specifications
Recording system
4-track 2-channel stereo
Fast-forward and rewind time
Approx. 90 sec. (with HF-60 cassette)
Bias AC Bias
Signal-to-noise ratio (NAB, at peak level)
Dolby NA switch) ore | B-TYPE ON | C-TYPE ON
Cassette
TYPE IV (Sony METAL-ES)
TYPE I! (Sony UX-S)
TYPE | (Sony HF-S)
59 dB
58 dB
66 dB
65 dB
61 dB
Total harmonic distortion
1.0 % (with Sony METAL-ES cassettes)
Frequency response (DOLBY NR OFF)
30—20,000 Hz (+3 dB, DIN)
30—15,000 Hz (+3 dB OVU recording)
30-17,000 Hz (+3 dB, DIN)
TYPE IV cassette
(Sony METAL-ES)
TYPE II cassette
(Sony UX-S)
TYPE | cassette
(Sony HF-S)
30-15,000 Hz (+3 dB, DIN)
Wow and flutter 0.05% WRMS (NAB)
+0.14% (DIN)
Inputs
Line inputs Sensitivity
(phono jacks)
77.5 mV (—20 dB)
50 kilohms
Input impedance
Outputs
Line outputs Rated output level
(phono jacks)
0.44 V (-5 dB) ata
load impedance at
47 kilohms
Over 10 kilohms
Variable from —20 dB
to —o dB at load
impedance 8 ohms
Load impedance
Headphone output} Output level
(stereo phone
jack)
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General
Power requirements
Model for European countries
220 V AC (or 240 V AC adjustable by
Sony personnel), 50/60 Hz
Model for the United Kingdom
240 V AC (or 220 V AC adjustable by
Sony personnel), 50 Hz
Model for Canada
120 V AC, 60 Hz
Power consumption
Model for European countries and for
the United Kingdom: 21 W
Model for Canada: 19 W
Dimensions Approx. 430 x 118 x 285 mm (w/h/d)
(17 x 43/,x 11/, inches)
including projecting parts and controls
Weight Approx. 4.8 kg (10 ibs 10 02)
Supplied accessories
Audio connecting cord (2)
Remote control cord with 4-pin connectors
(1)
Design and specifications subject to change without notice.
Optional accessory
Wireless remote control unit RM-88
Note
This appliance conforms with EEC Directives 76/889 and 82/499
regarding interference suppression.
Your dealer may not handle the above listed optional
accessory. Please ask the dealer for detailed information about
the optional accessories available in your country.