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User manual Optimus, model 14-1168

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14-1168 OWNER’S MANUAL Please read before using this equipment. Micro-40 Micro Cassette Recorder with VOX 14-1168.fm Page 2 Thursday, January 20, 2000 2:05 PM FEATURES Your Optimus Micro-40 Micro Cassette Record with VOX is ideal for quick note-taking. Its ultra-small size makes it easy to slip into a pocket or briefcase. You can use it at school, at business conferences, for dictation in the office, or anywhere on the go! You can record manually or set the recorder so sound activates recording. Your recorder includes these features: Voice-Activated Recording (VOX) — lets you set the Micro-40 so it records when it picks up sound and stops a few seconds after the sound stops. Tape Speed Switch — lets you record and play back tape at a slower speed (which provides twice the recording/playback time) or at normal speed (for maximum sound quality). Auto Stop — stops the tape when the recorder reaches the end of the tape during recording or playback. Tape Counter with Reset Button — lets you note specific points in a tape for later reference. © 1999 Tandy Corporation. All Rights Reserved. Optimus and RadioShack are registered trademarks used by Tandy Corporation. 2 14-1168.fm Page 3 Thursday, January 20, 2000 2:05 PM Quick Record — lets you instantly change from playback to recording. Built-In Microphone and Speaker — let you record and play back notes anywhere. External Microphone Jack — lets you use an external, wide range microphone. Earphone Jack — lets you use an optional earphone for private listening. Automatic Level Control (ALC) Circuit — automatically sets the recording level. Three Power Options — you can power the recorder from standard AC power using an optional AC adapter, two AA batteries (not supplied), or a vehicle’s battery using an optional DC adapter. We recommend you write your recorder’s serial number here. The number is inside the battery compartment. Serial Number: _______________________ 3 14-1168.fm Page 4 Thursday, January 20, 2000 2:05 PM CONTENTS Preparation ............................................... 5 Connecting Power ............................... 5 Using Batteries ............................ 5 Using AC Power ........................... 7 Using Vehicle Battery Power ........ 8 Connecting an Earphone .................. 10 Connecting an External Microphone . 12 Operation ................................................ 13 Loading a Microcassette Tape .......... 13 Recording .......................................... 14 Voice Activated (VOX) Recording ................................... 14 Manual Recording ...................... 17 Quick Record ............................. 17 Playing a Tape .................................. 18 Rewinding/Fast-Forwarding ....... 19 Quick Review .................................... 20 Using the Tape Counter .................... 21 Tape Tips.................................................. 22 Storing Cassette Tapes ..................... 22 Restoring Tape Tension and Sound Quality ............................. 22 Erasing Tapes ................................... 23 Preventing Accidental Erasure .......... 23 Care ......................................................... 25 Cleaning the Tape Handling Parts ..... 25 Specifications ......................................... 28 4 14-1168.fm Page 5 Thursday, January 20, 2000 2:05 PM PREPARATION CONNECTING POWER Using Batteries You can power your recorder with two AA batteries (not supplied). For the best performance and longest life, we recommend RadioShack alkaline batteries. Warning: Dispose of old batteries promptly; do not bury or burn them. Cautions: • Use only fresh batteries of the required size and recommended type. • Never leave dead or weak batteries in the Micro-40. Batteries can leak chemicals that can destroy electronic circuits. • Do not mix old and new batteries, different types of batteries (standard, alkaline, or rechargeable), or rechargeable batteries of different capacities. 5 14-1168.fm Page 6 Thursday, January 20, 2000 2:05 PM 1. Slide the battery compartment cover in the direction of the arrow. 2. Insert the batteries into the compartment as indicated by the polarity symbols (+ and –) marked inside. 3. Replace the cover. Notes: •If REC/BATT lights dimly during playback or recording, or it does not light at all, replace the batteries. • If you do not plan to use the Micro-40 for several days, or if you plan to use only AC or vehicle battery power, remove the batteries. 6 14-1168.fm Page 7 Thursday, January 20, 2000 2:05 PM Using AC Power You can power the Micro-40 from an AC outlet using an AC adapter (not supplied), such as RadioShack Cat. No. 273-1654. Cautions: ! You must use a Class 2 power source that supplies 3 volts DC and delivers at least 300 mA. Its center tip must be set to positive and its plug must fit the Micro-40's DC 3V jack. The recommended adapter meets these specifications. Using an adapter that does not meet these specifications could damage the Micro-40 or the ...