Helpful hints: – To change from TAPE to RADIO , or when you are switching off the set: first, make sure you press the STOP•EJECT 9/ key to end playback and all the cassette keys are released. Adjusting volume • Adjust the volume with the VOLUME control. Radio reception 1 Adjust the source selector to RADIO. 2 Adjust the band selector to select your desired waveband, MW, SW or FM. 3 Turn TUNING to tune to a station. •In SW, turnTONE for precise tuning. 4 To switch off the radio, adjust the source selector to TAPE (OFF) position. To improve radio reception: • For FM and SW, extend and turn the telescopic antenna for best reception. Reduce its length if the signal is too strong. • For MW, the set uses a built-in antenna. Direct this antenna for best reception by turning the whole set. Cassette playback 1 Push the Source selector slider to TAPE 2 Press STOP•EJECT 9/ to open the cassette holder and insert a cassette and close the deck. 3 Press PLAY 1 to start playback. 4 To pause playback press PAUSE ;. To resume, press the key again. 5 By pressing F.FWD/REWIND 5 or 6, fast forwading/ rewinding of the tape is possible in both directions.To stop fast winding, press 9//. 6 To stop the tape, press 9//. Helpful hints: – During playback, the keys are automatically released at the end of a tape and the set is switched off (unless PAUSE ; mode has been activated.) – During fast forwarding/rewinding, the keys will not be released at the end of a tape.To switch off the set, make sure the cassette keys are also released. General information on recording • Recording is permissible insofar as copyright or. other rights of third parties are not infringed. • For recording, use only NORMAL type cassettes (IEC type I) on which the tabs have not yet been broken.This deck is not suited for recording on CHROME (IEC II) or METAL (IEC IV) type cassettes. • The best recording level is set automatically. Altering the VOLUME will not affect the recording. • To protect a tape from accidental erasure, break out the tabs. If you wish to record again, cover the tabs with a piece of adhesive tape. Recording from the Radio 1 Select RADIO source. 2 Tune to the desired radio station (see Radio reception). 3 Press 9// to open the cassette holder. Insert a blank tape and close the deck. 4 Press REC 0 to start recording. 5 For brief interruptions press ;. To resume recording, press ; again. 6 To stop recording, press 9//. Making your recording 1 Select TAPE source. 2 Follows steps 3-4 under Recording from the Radio. 3 Speak towards the built-in microphone MIC (see 1). 4 Follows steps 6-7 under Recording from the Radio. Cassette Recorder Maintenance & safety Tape deck maintenance To ensure quality recording and playback of the tape deck, clean parts A,B and C as shown, once a month. Use a cotton bud slightly moistened with alcohol or a special head cleaning fluid to clean the deck. 1 Open the cassette holder by pressing 9/. 2 Press 1 and clean the roller C. 3 Press ; and clean the heads A, and the capstan B. 4 After cleaning, press 9/. . Cleaning of the heads can also be done by playing a cleaning cassette through once. Safety information • Place the set on a flat, hard and stable surface so that the system does not tilt. • Do not expose the set, batteries to humidity, rain, sand or excessive heat caused by heating equipment or direct sunlight. • The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing. • Adequate ventilation with a minimum gap of 15cm (6 inches) between the ventilation holes and surrounding surfaces is necessary to prevent heat build-up. • Do not cover the ventilation openings with items such as newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc. • No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. • No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus. • The mechanical parts of the set contain self-lubricating bearings and must not be oiled or lubricated. • To clean the set, use a dry cloth. Do not use any cleaning agents containing alcohol, ammonia, benzene or abrasives as these may harm the housing. Problem – Possible cause • Remedy No sound /power – Volume not adjusted • Adjust the VOLUME – Power cord not securely connected • Connect the AC power cord properly – Batteries dead/ incorrectly inserted • Insert (fresh) batteries correctly – Headphones connected to the set • Disconnect headphones. Display does not function properly/ No reaction to operation of any of the controls – Electrostatic discharge • Switch off and unplug the set. Reconnect after a few seconds Severe radio hum or noise – Electrical interference: set too close to TV, VCR or computer • Increase the distance. Poor radio reception – Weak radio signal • FM/SW:Adjust the FM telescopic antenna • MW: Direct this antenna for best reception by turning the whole set. Poor cassette sound quality – Dust and dirt on the heads, etc. • Clean deck parts, see Maintenance – Use of incompatible cassette types (METAL or CHROME...