Sylvania SRC124 User manual

PORTABLE CASSETTE PLAYER / RECORDER
USER MANUAL
SRC124
PLEASE READ THIS USER MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE OPERATING
THIS UNIT AND RETAIN THIS BOOKLET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
AUTOMATIC STOP
RECORD PLAY REWIND F.FWD STOP/EJECT PAUSE
MIC
SYLVANIA is a registered trademark of OSRAM Sylvania
Inc. used under license.

Do not mix old and new batteries.
Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc), or
rechargeable (ni-cad, ni-mh, etc) batteries.
NOTE: 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 the 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.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
Important Safety Instructions
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not
expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment.
Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves,or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
Do not defeat the safely purpose of the polarized
or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other, A grounding
type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does
not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
Protect the power cord from being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or
table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus, When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury form tip-over.
Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord
or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or
objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture,
does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
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POWER SOURCE
The SRC124 operates using the supplied AC Adapter (AC 120V ~ 60Hz) or
with 4 X ’C' size (UM-2) batteries (not included).
BATTERY OPERATION
1. Remove the Battery Door located on
the bottom of the unit by carefully
pushing the battery door towards
the OPEN direction. The battery
door can then be removed.
2. Following the polarity diagram
shown in the battery compartment,
insert 4 X `C' size (UM-2) batteries
(not included) and replace the
battery door.
NOTE :Disconnect the AC adapter before installing the batteries.
For best performance and longer operating time, we recommend the use of
alkaline
batteries.
BATTERY WARNING
1.Be sure that the batteries are installed correctly. Wrong polarity may damage
the unit.
2. Use only the size and type of batteries specified.
3. Do not mix old and new batteries.
4. Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable (nickel-cadmium)
batteries.
5. If the unit is not to be used for an extended period of time, remove the batteries.
Old or leaking batteries can cause damage to the unit and may void the
warranty.
6. Do not try to recharge batteries not intended to be recharged; they can
overheat and rupture. (Follow battery manufacturer’s directions).
7. Do not dispose of batteries in fire, batteries may leak or explode.
AC ADAPTOR OPERATION
1. Plug the AC adaptor into normal AC power outlet socket.
2. Insert the DC plug of the AC adaptor cord into the DC input jack at the side of
the unit.
3. When the unit is operated using AC adapter, the battery source
will
automatically be disconnected.
NOTE: Only use the supplied adapter
WARNING : Before connecting to the power supply, ensure that the supply
corresponds to the information on the rating label at the back of the
apparatus.

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TAPE OPERATION
DECK CONTROL BUTTONS (#9)
STOP / EJECT KEY Press to stop all deck operations. Press again to
open the cassette door.
FAST FORWARD KEY
& REWIND KEY
Press to start rapid tape winding in either forward or
reverse direction. Press the STOP / EJECT key when
the cassette spools stop turning
PLAY KEY Press tostart playing tape
PAUSE KEY Press to stop the tape operation temporarily. Press
again to resume
RECORD KEY Press tostart tape recording.
PLAYBACK
Put in a cassette tape with the side to play
facing out, and close the cassette door.
Press the PLAY button to active playback
Adjust the volume control to the desired level.
Use the PAUSE button when you want to stop
playback temporarily.
Press the STOP / EJECT button when finished.
USING HEADPHONES
Plug your headphones (not included) with 3.5 mm
diameter stereo plug, into the EARPHONE JACK
(#5) on the side of the unit for private listening. The
speaker on the unit will automatically disconnect
when headphone are plugged in.
RECORDING
You can record audio from various sound sources
using the built-in microphone, with the included
external microphone, or from an external audio
source through the AUX IN JACK (#4).
Note : The SRC124 is a mono player/recorder,
so only the left channel will be recorded
through the AUX JACK (#4).
1. Prepare the source
Built-in microphone –
Place the recorder within 2 to 3 feet of the
sound source.
External microphone –

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Insert the microphone plug into the MIC JACK (#6). If you use a microphone
other than the one that is included, and it has a remote control plug, plug that
into the REM JACK (#6).
Audio Source –
Connect the audio source to the AUX JACK (#4) using a mono patch cord
(not included) and set the audio source’s volume to the desired level.
2. Press the STOP/EJECT to load a blank cassette tape.
3. Record: Both PLAY and RECORD buttons should be pressed
simultaneously and recording starts.
Notes: a. Do not force down the RECORD button if the tape’s erase-
protection tabs have been removed, or you will damage the recorder.
b. The recorder automatically sets the recording level. The VOLUME (#8)
does not control the recording volume.
4. Press the STOP/EJECT to stop recording. Recording stops automatically
when the tape ends.
CARRYING HANDLE
Slide out the handle out to carry the recorder.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
1. Do not subject the unit to excessive force, shock, dust or extreme temperature.
2. Do not tamper the internal components of the unit.
3. Clean your unit with a dry cloth. Solvent or detergent should never be used.
4. Avoid leaving your unit in direct sunlight or in hot, humid or dusty places.
5. Keep your unit away from heating appliances and sources of electrical noise
such as fluorescent lamps or motors.
ABOUT CASSETTE TAPES
Whenever you record on a cassette any previously recorded material is erased as
the new material is recorded. To prevent you from accidentally erasing material
which you wish to save, blank cassettes are equipped with erase prevention tabs
for each side of the tape. If the erase prevention tab for side A is removed, you
cannot accidentally record on side A. The Record key cannot be depressed if the
erase prevention tab on the cassette has been removed.
To prevent accidental erasing on side A of a cassette use a small screw driver or
similar tool to break off the erase prevention tab for side A. This prevents the
record key form locking.

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If later you do wish to record on side A of the cassette, cover the tab opening with
a piece of cellophane tape. This will allow the Record to function again.
CASSETTE CARE
Two common causes of trouble experienced when using cassettes are:
1) Tape Jamming – Leading to uneven speed in playback, and
2) Tape Tangling – Where the tape wraps itself around ital parts of the
mechanism.
To reduce the likelihood of these problems occurring, the following precautions
should be observed:
Check that there are no loose layers of tape visible through the cassette center window
(see Fig. 1).Take up any loose layers, using a pencil or hexagonal barrelled ballpoint
pen, before inserting the cassette into the machine (see Fig.2)
If the cassette feels tight while performing operation shown (see Fig.2), the tape
may be jamming due to ridges formed in the winding of the tape (visible through
the center window). These may be removed, in most cases, by fast winding of
the cassette from one end to the other and back again.
Use only well-known brands of tape. Avoid use of C-120 cassettes.
Furthermore, do not expose cassettes to direct sunlight, dust or oil, and do not
touch the tape surfaces.
HEAD CLEANING
The tape heads, pinch roller and capstan require periodic cleaning. This removes
particles of the metal oxide coating that wear off the tape and accumulate on these
parts and impair performance. Switch off the power, press the Stop/Eject key to
open the cassette door, and press the Play key. Clean the tape heads, pinch
roller and capstan with a soft cloth or cotton pad dampened in isopropyl alcohol or
special tape head cleaner.

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1. Avoid operating your unit under direct sunlight or in hot,
humid or dusty places.
2. Keep your unit away from heating appliances and
sources of electrical noise such as fluorescent lamps or
motors.
3. For better Clock Display clarity, avoid operating the unit
under direct sunlight or in strong room illumination.
4. Unplug the unit from the electrical power outlet
immediately in case of malfunction.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE SOLUTION
No sound
Power adapter connect
unstable
Reconnect adapter
Volume set at minimum Increase Volume level
SPECIFICATION
Power Requirements
AC/DC adapter Input AC 100 - 240V ~
V5CDtuptuO 1000mA
Batteries C size (UM2) x 4 PCS for battery operation (not included)
Tape System 2-Track Monophonic Cassette
Tape Speed 4.75 cm/sec
Recording System Magnetic Erase, DC Bias

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315 Attwell Drive,Toronto, Ontario M9W 5C1 www.curtisint.com
LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY
This quality product is warranted to be free from manufacturer’s defects in material and workman-ship,
provided that the unit is used under the normal operating conditions intended by the manufacturer.
Should you have any problem with this product, please and it is highly recommended to visit our website at
www.curtisint.combefore you take any other steps as we have additional copies of instruction manuals,
operating manuals and trouble shooting tips on our website which gives you the answer on most of the
questions you could have in operating the unit.
TERMS OF WARRANTY
C.I. Service Dept. warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for 90 days on
parts and 90 days on labor. If you originally purchased your product more than 90 days ago, a repair fee
may apply.
Nothing within this warranty shall imply that C.I. will be responsible or liable for any damage to any items
placed in this product, whether due to any defect of the product, or its use, whether proper or improper.
EXCLUSIONS
Save as herein provided, C.I. Service Dept. (Canada) or C.I. Service Dept. (USA), there are no other
warranties, conditions, representations or guarantees, express or implied, made or intended by C.I. or its
authorized distributors and all other warranties, conditions, representations or guarantees, including any
warranties, conditions, representations or guarantees under any Sale of Goods Act or like legislation or
statue is hereby expressly excluded. Save as herein provided, C.I. Service Dept. (Canada) or C.I. Service
Dept. (USA), shall not be responsible for any damages to persons or property, including the unit itself,
howsoever caused or any consequential damages arising from the malfunction of the unit and by the
purchase of the unit, the purchaser does hereby agree to indemnify and save harmless C.I. from any claim
for damages to persons or property caused by the unit.
TO OBTAIN REPAIRS UNDER THE TERMS OF THIS WARRANTY
1. The original purchaser must present acopy of the original bill of sale and the service warranty card.
2. Any alterations, abuse, misuse, battery corrosion or accidental damage voids the warranty.
3. The warranty does not cover cabinets and accessories.
4. No warranty or insurance contained or set outshall apply when damage or repair is caused by power
failure; damage in transit or when moving the unit; improper power supply; use for commercial or
industrial purposes; service calls resulting in customer education, etc.
5. The defective product should bemailed to:
CanadaU.S.A
C.I. Service Dept. aonal Ltd
315ll Drive
Toronto, ON
M9W 5C1
c/o Lotus International Company
6880 Commerce Blvd.
Canton MI 48187
U.S.A.
For service assistance and product information, please call: 1-800-968-9853.
If mailing the product, the freight must be prepaid and a money order for $7.00 should be included
tocover the cost of insurance and the return of the product.
6. C.I. reserves the right to repair or replace the parts which have become defective.
To begin the warranty repair process, please note that you MUST obtain a return authorization number
priorto returning your product for warranty based support.This can be placed under the 1-800-968-9853
contact line.
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