Loading The Tape - Sony PCM-3348HR Operation Manual

2-3 Loading the Tape

Tape reels to be used
Use 14-inch, 12.5-inch or 10-inch tape reels and empty
reels.
Loading the tape
Use the following procedure to load the tape.
1
Aligning the reels so that the slot in the hub fits
over the projection on the spindle, mount the tape
reel and empty reel.
Fit the slot over the
projection
2
Turn the spindle knob clockwise until it stops to
fasten the reel.
3
Thread the tape as shown in the figure.
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Turn the take-up reel to eliminate slack.
5
Press the tension disarm switch or the STOP button
of the PCM-3348HR.
This applies tension, and the tape is then in the loaded
state.
The STOP button changes from flashing to
continuously lit.
Caution
If there is slack in the tape when it is loaded, this can
cause damage to the tape or the tension arms.
Recording the whole length of a previously
used tape or using the tape reversed
In these cases it is essential to use advance recording,
or to prestripe the tape before use.