RCA 34000 - Manual

Model 34000
15508040 (Rev. 1 E/S)
99-43
Printed in Korea
P.O. Box 1976, Indianapolis, IN 46206
© 1999 Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc.
Trademark(s) ® Registered
Marca(s) Registrada(s)
34000
Digital Voice
Recorder
WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE
OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS PRODUCT
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Specifications*
SP recording time: 118 minutes
LP recording time: 238 minutes
Dimension: 28 x 127 x 15.5mm (W x H xD)
Weight: Approx. 33g without batteries
Power Source: DC3V with two “AAA” alkaline
batteries
Battery Life Time: Approx. 10 hrs at
recording mode
Approx. 6.5 hrs at
speaker play at volume 5
Approx. 8 hrs at
earphone play at
volume 5
Memory Medium: Built in flash memory
Maximum Message Number: 199
Maximum Output Power: 80mW at THD 10%, 8
ohms
Recording/Playback Frequency Response: 500
Hz-3,500 Hz
Recording Source: Built-in omnidirectional
electret condenser microphone, external E.C.M.
jack
Input: Plug-in power microphone (mini plug/
mono) IMP below 3k ohm
Output: Earphone (mini plug/mono) IMP over
8 ohm
Loud Speaker: 20 mm, 8 ohms dynamic speaker
Condition for use: 0-40ºC
*Specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Clip - Allows user to attach to shirt pocket or
belt.
REC (Record indicator) - Lights when the
recorder is on.
PLAY/STOP - Used for playing messages,
scanning messages, and turning on the recorder.
Press again to stop playing messages. Press
during recording to display the total time
remaining.
SEARCH (>> forward) - Advances the
messages one at a time during playback.
Pressing and holding scans forward through the
messages during playback. During recording,
press SEARCH to advance to the next available
number for recording.
SEARCH (<< backward) - Moves backward
through the messages one at a time during
playback. Pressing and holding scans backward
through the messages during playback.
RECORD MODE/PAUSE - Used to turn on the
recorder and select the recording speed. Also
used to pause during playback or recording of
messages.
ERASE - Used to erase one or all messages
together with the REC/STOP button.
REC/STOP - Used for recording messages,
turning on the recorder, and erasing messages.
HOLD - Used to lock buttons to protect the
recorder from being turned on accidentally.
VOL (Volume) dial - Increases the audio.
PHONE (Earphone) jack - Monitor recordings
and messages and used as an output jack.
MIC jack - Used for an optional external
microphone and as an input jack.
Turning the Voice Recorder
ON/OFF
Pressing either the PLAY/STOP, REC MODE/
PAUSE, or REC/STOP button turns the voice
recorder on. The voice recorder turns off
automatically approximately two minutes after
no buttons have been pressed.
Features During Recording
• Pressing PAUSE during a recording pauses
for a maximum of 30 minutes. Pressing
PAUSE or REC resumes the recording.
• Each press of SEARCH Forward advances the
recorder to the next available message for
recording. This is useful when you want to
record back-to-back messages; you eliminate
pressing REC/STOP to stop and REC/STOP
to resume recording.
• When the maximum recording time is
reached or 199 messages are recorded,
recording additional messages is not
possible. Refer to the “Erasing Messages”
section to learn how to delete messages.
• Pressing PLAY/STOP during a recording
displays the total time remaining for
recording.
• You can monitor a recording by using the
earphone jack.
Installing the Batteries
1. Press and slide off the battery compartment
cover.
2. Insert 2 AAA-size alkaline batteries into the
battery compartment. Be sure the (+) cap
end of each battery is installed as shown on
the diagram in the battery compartment.
Installing the batteries incorrectly can
damage the unit.
3. Replace the battery compartment cover and
snap into place.
Note: Make sure the recorder is in the
STOP position when installing or
replacing batteries.
Checking the Battery Level
Press the PLAY/STOP or REC button to check
the battery level.
Recorder
Earphone
Two “AAA” Batteries
When the battery display flashes, replace the
batteries immediately.
Note: Refer to the “Specifications” section
for the battery life.
00 Shows the current recording or
recorded message (01 - 199).
Shows the battery level
SP Recording speed
REC• Status (HOLD, REC, PLAY,
PAUSE, STOP, ERASE, SCAN,
no InF)
00oo Recording time for each
message (in minutes and
seconds).
Note: If the display does not come on
after the batteries are replaced, check the
plus/minus polarities of the batteries to
make sure they are positioned correctly. If
the display still does not come on, remove
the batteries and contact your local dealer
for inspection or repair.
Recording From an
External Device
You can record information from an audio
source by following the instructions below.
Before recording, you may want to adjust the
volume control of the device from which you
will be recording.
From an External Audio Source
1. Make sure the voice recorder and the
external source are in the off positions
before connecting.
2. Connect the MIC INPUT jack on the voice
recorder to the MIC OUT, Earphone, or
AUDIO OUT jack on the audio source using
an audio cable.
3. Press the REC/STOP button on the voice
recorder to turn it on.
4. Press REC/STOP again to begin recording
and at the same time turn on the external
audio source. (Refer to the operating
instructions of the external source.)
5. When finished, press the REC/STOP and turn
off external source.
Notes: You may need to adjust the audio of
the external device to avoid sound
distortion. Also, you can use the earphone
to monitor the recording.
Playing Messages
Before you begin to play messages, you may
want to find a quite place to listen to the
messages because of the size of the speaker.
You can also use the earphone, instead, in
places where it is too loud to use the speaker.
1. Make sure the HOLD switch is in the off
position.
2. Press REC/STOP, PLAY/STOP, or REC MODE/
PAUSE to turn on the recorder.
3. Press PLAY/STOP to begin playback.
4. Adjust the VOL control.
5. Press PLAY/STOP to stop playback.
Note: The message number, recorder status,
and time appear in the display.
Features During Playback
• Pressing PAUSE during playback pauses for a
maximum of 30 minutes. Pressing REC
MODE/PAUSE or PLAY/STOP resumes
playback.
• Pressing and holding PLAY/STOP for
approximately two seconds scans through
each message one at a time allowing you to
listen to each message for approximately
five seconds. If you press the PLAY/STOP
button during SCAN, playback will resume
from the selected message number.
• Pressing SEARCH forward during playback
moves forward through the messages one by
one. Pressing and holding SEARCH forward
scans forward through all the messages.
Pressing SEARCH backward moves backward
through the messages one by one. Pressing
and holding SEARCH backward scans
backwards through the messages.
• Refer to the “Erasing Messages” section to
learn how to delete messages.
• You can listen to your messages by using the
earphone jack, especially useful for noisy
places.
Erasing Messages
Erasing messages is only possible in the STOP
position. You can either erase each message
one at a time or all the messages.
1. Make sure the HOLD switch is in the off
position.
2. Press REC/STOP, PLAY/STOP or REC MODE/
PAUSE to turn on the recorder.
3. Search for the message you want to erase by
using SEARCH backward or forward.
4. Press and hold ERASE until ERASE flashes in
the display and the message you want plays,
then release the button.
5. Press ERASE again to erase the message. The
message is erased and all the messages are
renumbered when the erasure is complete.
For example, if you erase message 2, the unit
shows the next message as message 2.
Note: To erase all of the messages, press
REC and ERASE at the same time for
approximately three seconds.
FCC Information
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
In accordance with FCC requirements, changes
or modifications not expressly approved by
Thomson Consumer Electronics could void the
user’s authority to operate this product.
This device generates and uses radio frequency (RF)
energy, and if not installed and used properly, this
equipment may cause interference to radio and
television reception.
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.
If this equipment does cause interference to
radio or television reception (which you can
determine by turning the equipment off and
on), try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
•
Reorient the receiving antenna (that is, the
antenna for the radio or television that is
“receiving” the interference).
• Move the unit away from the equipment
that is receiving interference.
If these measures do not eliminate the
interference, please consult your dealer or an
experienced radio/television technician for
additional suggestions. Also, the Federal
Communications Commission has prepared a
helpful booklet, “How To Identify and Resolve
Radio TV Interference Problems.” This booklet is
available from the U.S. Government Printing
Office, Washington, DC 20402. Please specify
stock number 004-000-00345-4 when ordering
copies.
Introduction
The digital voice recorder is designed to fit in
your pocket and for ease of use. It allows for
labelling 199 messages and a maximum
recording time of 238 minutes.
Before You Begin
Parts Checklist
Make sure your package includes the following
items:
Buttons and Controls
REC M ODE /PA USE
ERASE
SEA RCH
PLA Y/ST OP
00 00 00 SP M S
Fully Charged Half Charged Needs Charging
00
00 00
SP
M S
REC MO DE/ PAU SE
ERA SE
SEA RCH
PLA Y/S TOP
00 00 00 SP
M S
P H O N E V O L .
H O L D
R E C /S T O P
MIC
Earphone
jack
VOL dial
Clip
REC/
STOP
button
HOLD
button
Battery
cover
REC
indicator
Display
PLAY/STOP
button
SEARCH
buttons
REC MODE/
PAUSE button
ERASE button
Speaker
MIC jack Microphone
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 unit 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.
Service Information
This product should be serviced only by those
specially trained in appropriate servicing
techniques. For instructions on how to obtain
service, refer to the warranty included in this
guide or call 1-800-448-0329. Attach your sales
receipt to the booklet for future reference, or
jot down the date this product was purchased
or received as a gift. This information will be
valuable if service should be required during
the warranty period.
Purchase Date__________________________
Name of Store__________________________
REC MO DE/ PAU SE
ERA SE
SEA RCH
PLA Y/S TOP
00 00 00 SP M S
External microphone
Ear jack
PHONE jack
Mic in or external input jack
SEE MARKING ON BOTTOM / BACK OF PRODUCT
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
THE EXCLAMATION
POINT WITHIN THE
T R I A N G L E I S A
WARNING SIGN
ALERTING YOU OF
I M P O R T A N T
I N S T R U C T I O N S
A C C O M P A N Y I N G
T H E P R O D U C T . T H E L I G H T N I N G
FLASH AND ARROW-
HEAD WITHIN THE
T R I A N G L E I S A
W A R N I N G S I G N
ALERTING YOU OF
" D A N G E R O U S
VOLTAGE" INSIDE
THE PRODUCT. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
D O N O T R E M O V E C O V E R
( O R B A C K ) . N O U S E R -
S E R V I C E A B L E PA R T S I N -
S I D E . R E F E R S E R V I C I N G
T O Q U A L I F I E D S E R V I C E
PERSONNEL.
Limited Warranty
What your warranty covers:
• Any defect in materials or workmanship.
For how long after your purchase:
• One year.
(The warranty period for rental units begins
with the first rental or 45 days from date of
shipment to the rental firm, whichever comes
first.)
What we will do:
• Provide you with a new or, at our option, a
refurbished unit.
• The exchange unit is under warranty for the
remainder of the original product’s warranty
period.
How to make a warranty claim:
• Properly pack your unit. Include any cables, etc.,
which were originally provided with the
product. We recommend using the original
carton and packing materials.
• Include evidence of purchase date such as the
bill of sale. Also print your name and address
and a description of the defect. Send via
standard UPS or its equivalent to:
Thomson Consumer Electronics, Inc.
11721 B Alameda Ave.
Socorro, Texas 79927
• Pay any charges billed to you by the Exchange
Center for service not covered by the warranty.
• Insure your shipment for loss or damage.
Thomson accepts no liability in case of damage
or loss en route to Thomson.
• A new or refurbished unit will be shipped to
you freight prepaid.
What your warranty does not cover:
• Customer instruction. (Your Owner’s Manual
provides information regarding operating
instructions and user controls. For additional
information, ask your dealer.)
• Installation and set-up service adjustments.
• Batteries.
• Damage from misuse or neglect.
• Products which have been modified or
incorporated into other products.
• Products purchased or serviced outside the
USA.
• Acts of God, such as but not limited to lightning
damage.
Product Registration:
• Please complete and mail the Product
Registration Card packed with your unit. It will
make it easier to contact you should it ever be
necessary. The return of the card is not required
for warranty coverage.
How state law relates to this warranty:
• This warranty gives you specific legal rights,
and you may have other rights which vary from
state to state.
If you purchased your product outside the
USA:
• This warranty does not apply. Contact your
dealer for warranty information.
Display
The display tells you the function and status of
the unit.
Recording Messages
With your new voice recorder, you can record
and store up to 199 messages.
1. Make sure the HOLD switch is in the off
position.
2. Press REC/STOP, PLAY/STOP or REC MODE/
PAUSE to turn on the recorder.
3. Press RECORD MODE to select the
recording speed.
4. Point the built-in microphone toward the
sound source and press the REC button.
5. Press REC again to stop recording.
Note: The message number, recorder
status, and time appear in the display.
Recording Speeds
SP (Standard Mode) 118 minutes
LP (Long Play Mode) 238 minutes
Notes: A better sound can be obtained in
the SP mode, but only half as many
messages can be recorded. The speed can
only be selected when the recorder is in
the STOP position.