RCA RP3528 - Manual (Page 3)

Headphone Jack
Plugging in an optional headphone, the speaker is automatically silenced for private
listening. When recording with the built-in microphone, you can use the optional
headphone to listen to what is being recorded. Note that the headphone jack is designed
to permit use of stereo headphones with your mono recorder. Playback will be heard in
mono only.
Play/Pause Button
This convenient PAUSE feature is most helpful while recording because you can stop the
recorder momentarily without resetting the control buttons. Slide the PLAY/PAUSE button
to the PAUSE position to stop operation in PLAY, RECORD, FFWD, and REW modes. Slide
button to the PLAY position to resume operation.
Tape Speed
• 2.4cm—is the tape speed which is compatible with most
single-speed microcassette recorders.
• 1.2cm—doubles the record time and will allow up to 2
hours of recording time when using both sides of a 60
minute (MC-60) microcassette tape.
Tape Play
To listen to your recorded microcassette, rewind to the starting point and press
STOP/ EJECT button. Press PLAY and adjust the VOLUME to desired listening level.
Rewind (REW)/ FAST FORWARD (FFWD)
• REW—Slide switch to REW to rewind to beginning or any point of your recording. Press
the STOP/EJECT button after you have rewound the desired amount.
• FFWD—Slide switch to FFWD to advance the tape. Press STOP/EJECT button after you
have reached the desired location on the tape.
Review (REV)/ Cue
This feature is helpful in finding the beginning or the end of the recorded segment on the
tape. While in PLAY mode, Slide and hold the REV or CUE switch and listen for change from
noise to silence (end of recording) or from silence to noise (beginning of recording).
When desired portion has been reached, release the REV or CUE switch.
Use the same procedure if you want to skip a portion or listen to the same segment again.
TIP: Always push STOP/EJECT before storing. This will relieve pressure on certain parts in
the recorder that might deform after long periods of time.
Volume Control
• Adjust the volume when in the PLAY mode to your preferred listening level.
• Adjust the volume when in the RECORD mode to fine tune the sensitivity of the built-in
microphone for record operations.
Record
Records continuously when the recorder is in the RECORD mode.
1. Press RECORD button (PLAY button will depress also). Note that your recorder is
equipped with a microcassette sensing mechanism. This mechanism prevents the
RECORD button from being pressed when cassette is not in the recorder. (See Erase
Protection.)
2. Speak normally into the microphone. To obtain optimum recording quality, place the
recorder with the microphone freely exposed to sound source and as close as
convenient. A built-in automatic record level control will set record level for optimum
recordings. Avoid recording near unwanted noise sources, such as air conditioners or
fans.
3. Push STOP/EJECT button when finished recording.
TIP: For conferences, to obtain optimum recording quality, place the recorder with the
microphone freely exposed to the sound source and as close as convenient. A built-in
automatic recording level control will set record level for optimum recordings. Avoid
recording near unwanted noise sources, such as air conditioners or fans.
Record with an External Microphone
To record with external microphone, plug the microphone into the MIC JACK. The built-in
microphone is disconnected. You can also use your own microphone for recording. Your
microphone should be an Electret Condensor Microphone and it's impedance should be
2.2k ohm.
Important Battery Information
• Alkaline batteries are recommended for longer play. Carbon-zinc or nickel cadmium
rechargeable batteries can substantially reduce play time.
• If you’re not going to use your player for a month or more, be sure to remove batteries
because they can leak and damage the unit.
• Dispose of batteries in the proper manner, according to federal, state, and local
regulations.
• Any battery may leak electrolyte if mixed with a different battery type, if inserted
incorrectly, if all batteries are not replaced at the same time, if disposed of in fire, or if
an attempt is made to charge a battery not intended to be recharged.
• Discard leaky batteries immediately. Leaking batteries can cause skin burns or other
personal injury.
Battery Installation
1. Open battery door by pressing down on
the arrow, sliding it as indicated and
lifting up.
2. Insert 2 “AA” alkaline batteries into the
battery compartment. Be sure each
battery is installed as shown on the
battery diagram on the battery door.
3. Close the battery door by sliding door
into the closed position.
NOTE: If the recording sounds distorted, or if the tape moves very slowly or not at all,
check the batteries, try AC power or a fresh set of batteries before seeking service (See
Record/Battery Indicator).
Tape Speed Switch
It is important to read this user manual prior to using your new product for the first time.
Es importante leer este manual antes de usar por vez primera su equipo.
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manual de usuario
RP3528
Important safety instructions
Powering the Recorder
FCC Information
Using the Recorder
IMPORTANT: Do not change speed while recording.
Tape Erase
To erase a tape simply record over the unwanted recording.
Erase Protection
When you record new material, the cassette deck records
over whatever is on a tape. To protect a tape from accidental
erasure, break off one or both plastic tabs (one for each tape
side) on the side of the cassette tape. If you decide later to
record on the tape, seal the hole with a piece of cellophane
tape.
QUIT SLACKING
A little bit of slack in your tapes can cause scratches on the tape, or worse
yet, the tape could break. If you notice some slack in the tape, use a pencil
to tighten it up before you insert it.
Cleaning the Tape Heads
Over time, iron oxide particles
from the magnetic tape build
up on the parts that come in
contact with the tape. These
deposits can cause incomplete
erasure, a muffled sound
during playback.
To clean the heads, open the
compartment door, push the
PLAY button and gently clean the heads, capstan and pinch wheel with a head cleaner.
Allow 30 minutes drying time when using a liquid cleaner.
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Erase head Play/Record head Capstan Pinch wheel
Care & Maintenance
Warranty
v1.0 (EN/E)
Illustrations contained within this
publication are for representation only and
subject to change.
The descriptions and characteristics given in
this document are given as a general
indication and not as a guarantee. In order
to provide the highest quality product
possible, we reserve the right to make any
improvement or modification without prior
notice.
12 Month Limited Warranty
Applies to RCA Voice Recorders
AUDIOVOX ACCESSORIES CORP. (the Company) warrants to the original retail purchaser of
this product that should this product or any part thereof, under normal use and conditions,
be proven defective in material or workmanship within 12 months from the date of
original purchase, such defect(s) will be repaired or replaced with reconditioned product
(at the Company’s option) without charge for parts and repair labor.
To obtain repair or replacement within the terms of this Warranty, the product is to be
delivered with proof of warranty coverage (e.g. dated bill of sale), specification of
defect(s), transportation prepaid, to the Company at the address shown below.
This Warranty does not extend to the elimination of externally generated static or noise, to
correction of antenna problems, loss/interruptions of broadcast or internet service, to costs
incurred for installation, removal or reinstallation of product, to corruptions caused by
computer viruses, spyware or other malware, to loss of media, files, data or content, or to
damage to tapes, discs, removable memory devices or cards, speakers, accessories,
computers, computer peripherals, other media players, home networks or vehicle electrical
systems.
This Warranty does not apply to any product or part thereof which, in the opinion of the
Company, has suffered or been damaged through alteration, improper installation,
mishandling, misuse, neglect, accident, or by removal or defacement of the factory serial
number/bar code label(s). THE EXTENT OF THE COMPANY’S LIABILITY UNDER THIS
WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT PROVIDED ABOVE AND, IN NO
EVENT, SHALL THE COMPANY’S LIABILITY EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY
PURCHASER FOR THE PRODUCT.
This Warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties or liabilities. ANY IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, SHALL BE
LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY. ANY ACTION FOR BREACH OF
ANY WARRANTY HEREUNDER INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY MUST BE BROUGHT WITHIN A PERIOD OF 24 MONTHS FROM DATE OF
ORIGINAL PURCHASE. IN NO CASE SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY
CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER
WARRANTY. No person or representative is authorized to assume for the Company any
liability other than expressed herein in connection with the sale of this product.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion
or limitation of incidental or consequential damage so the above limitations or exclusions
may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state.
Recommendations before returning your product for a warranty claim:
• If your product is capable of storing content (such as an mp3 player, voice recorder,
camcorder, digital photo frame, etc), it is recommended to make periodic backup copies
of content stored on the product. If applicable, before shipping a product, make a back
up copy of content or data stored on the device. Also, it is advisable to remove any
personal content which you would not want exposed to others. IT IS LIKELY THAT
CONTENTS AND DATA ON THE DEVICE WILL BE LOST DURING SERVICE AND
REFORMATTING. AUDIOVOX ACCEPTS NO LIABILITY FOR LOST CONTENT OR DATA, OR
FOR THE SECURITY OF ANY PERSONAL CONTENT OR DATA ON THE RETURNED DEVICE.
Product will be returned with factory default settings, and without any pre-loaded
content which may have been installed in the originally purchased products. Consumer
will be responsible for reloading data and content. Consumer will be responsible to
restore any personal preference settings.
• Properly pack your unit. Include any remotes, memory cards, cables, etc. which were
originally provided with the product. However DO NOT return any removable batteries,
even if batteries were included with the original purchase. We recommend using the
original carton and packing materials. Ship to
Audiovox Electronics Corp.
Attn: Service Department.
150 Marcus Blvd.
Hauppauge N.Y. 11788
1-800-645-4994
For Canada Customers, please ship to:
Audiovox Return Centre
c/o Genco
6685 Kennedy Road,
Unit#3, Door 16,
Mississuaga, Ontario
L5T 3A5
Volume
External MIC jack
Internal MIC
Headphone jack
Insert or Remove a Microcassette
1. Press the STOP/EJECT button to stop recorder or to open cassette door and remove
microcassette. Note that when in play or record mode you must press STOP/EJECT once
to turn player off and again to open the cassette door.
2. Insert microcassette into the cassette door with the side to be used visible through
cassette door window. Face exposed tape outward and close door. Note that Rim drive
and capstan drive tapes look alike, but only CAPSTAN DRIVE MICROCASSETTE tapes will
work in this recorder.
STOP/EJECT PLAY RECORD
Tape buttons
Tape speed switch
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Some of the following information may not apply to your particular product; however, as
with any electronic product, precautions should be observed during handling and use.
• 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 install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
• 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.
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INFORMATION
• Apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with
liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.
• Do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. This product does not contain customer
serviceable components.
• The marking information is located at the bottom of apparatus.
Important battery precautions
• Any battery may present a risk of fire, explosion, or chemical burn if abused. Do not try
to charge a battery that is not intended to be recharged, do not incinerate, and do not
puncture.
• Non-rechargeable batteries, such as alkaline batteries, may leak if left in your product
for a long period of time. Remove the batteries from the product if you are not going to
use it for a month or more.
• If your product uses more than one battery, do not mix types and make sure they are
inserted correctly. Mixing types or inserting incorrectly may cause them to leak.
• Discard any leaky or deformed battery immediately. They may cause skin burns or other
personal injury.
• Please help to protect the environment by recycling or disposing of batteries according
to federal, state, and local regulations.
WARNING: The battery (battery or batteries or battery pack) shall not be exposed to
excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
Ecology
Help protect the environment - we recommend that you dispose of used batteries by
putting them into specially designed receptacles.
Precautions for the unit
• Do not use the unit immediately after transportation from a cold place to a warm place;
condensation problems may result.
• Do not store the unit near fire, places with high temperature or in direct sunlight.
Exposure to direct sunlight or extreme heat (such as inside a parked car) may cause
damage or malfunction.
• Clean the unit with a soft cloth or a damp chamois leather. Never use solvents.
• The unit must only be opened by qualified personnel.
Headset safety
To use a headset safely, please keep the following in mind:
• Do not play your headset at a high volume. Hearing experts advise against continuous
extended play.
• If you experience ringing in your ears, turn down the volume or stop using the headset.
• Do not use a headset while driving a motorized vehicle or riding a bike. It may cause a
traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas.
• Even if your headset is an open-air type designed to let you hear outside sounds, don’t
turn up the volume so high that can’t hear sounds around you.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of 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.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Audiovox could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
AC/DC Power Converter (Not Included)
To save batteries you can use an AC/DC converter (not
included) to operate your recorder.
1. Connect the converter into the DC 3V jack on the recorder.
2. Connect the other side of the converter into a household
outlet. When the AC/DC converter is used, batteries are automatically disconnected.
Record/ Battery Indicator
• Recording Indicator—Light will remain on when in continuous record mode.
• Battery Condition Indicator—When in the record mode, the brightness level of the light
indicates battery condition. When the indicator is dim or does not light, batteries are
weak and need replacing. Note that the optional AC/DC Converter must be
disconnected from DC 3V jack to check batteries.
Specification of AC/DC Power Converter
Output: 3V DC @ 200 mA
Polarity: