Arcam A60 - Manual (Page 8)

Tape recording
Any tape recorder, whether cassette or reel-to-reel, may be connected to the “tape socket” and,
if two recorders are to be used, the second model may be connected to the“C.D. input/auxiliary
output” socket.
Tape recording using the “tape” socket
The tape socket is designed for use particularly with three-head cassette or reel-to-reel
machines, although it is also perfectly suitable for use with two head machines. It is intended to
be connected to the “Une” inputs/outputs of these machines, which are usually accessed via
phono sockets.
To record, the programme source is selected by the “disc”, the “tunei^’ or the “C.D.” button.
This programme will automatically be sent to the recorder (at 5k ohm impedance). The signal to
be sent to the loudspeakers can then be selected by using the “tape” button: with this button
out, the selected programme source is sent to the loudspeakers. With the “tape” button pushed
in, the programme being received from the tape recorder will be sent to the loudspeakers; in the
case of a three head machine in “record” mode this will be the programme that is in the process
of being recorded from the amplifier. Hence instant “A-B” comparison is possible between the
original and the recorded signals. The replay level is adjustable in the A60-f by two
screwdriver-adjustable controls accessible from inside the amplifier,
N.B. None of the amplifier controls (apart from the input selector switches) affect the signal
being recorded.
To record in mono, on either a mono or stereo recorder, push the “mono” button before starting
to record. Again, the signal being recorded is not affected by the amplifier controls (apart from
the input selectors).
To replay via the “tape’
mode.
socket simply push the “tape” button and switch the recorder into play
Tape recording using the “C.D. input/auxiliary output”
socket (not applicable to A60AP+ model)
When a Compact Disc player is not plugged into the “C.D. input/auxiliaiy output” socket, then
a two head cassette or reel-to-reel tape recorder may be connected to this socket (A two head
machine is one without “A-B” monitoring, ie. replay-while-recording, facilities). To record, the
“tape” button is left in the out position and the signal to be recorded is selected by pushing
either the “disc” or “tuner” button. The selected signal will be sent tx> both the recorder (at 15k
ohm impedance) and to the loudspeakers. The signal should be routed to the line
inputs/outputs of the recorder, which are usually accessed via phono sockets,
DO NOT PUSH THE “C.D.” BUTTON WHILE THE RECORDER IS SWITCHED INTO
RECORD MODE AS THIS MAY CAUSE A FEEDBACK WHISTLE.
It is not possible to record from the “tape” input. If it is desired to record from a reel-to-reel
tape recorder onto cassette, then the reel-to-reel tape recorder should be plugged into the
“tuner” socket and the “tuner” button pushed.
To record in mono, on either a mono or a stereo recorder, push in the “mono” button before
starting to record.
N.B. None of the amplifier controls (apart from the input selector switches) affect the signal
being recorded.
To replay via the “C.D.” socket, switch the recorder to play mode and push the “C.D.” button.
The signal from the tape will then be sent to the loudspeakers. Due to the reduced sensitivity of
this input, playback will sound quieter than when using the “tuner” or “tape” inputs.
N.B. A licence may be required for recording from disc, radio or pre-recorded cassette.