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Operations
■ Recording
1. Open the Cassette Compartment, insert the cassette. Close
the cover.
2. Set the PAUSE Selector to "OFF". (RN-102)
Set the VAS/PAUSE Selector to "VAS" if VAS feature is
desired or "OFF" If not. And set the SLE Selector to "ON" if
desired. (RN-122)
3. Set the TAPE SPEED Selector as desired.
.The "2.4" position is suggested for better sound quality.
(2.4 cm/sec., Standard play)
The "1.2" position makes it possible to record for 120 min., using
60 min. microcassette tape. (1.2 cm/sec., Long play)
4. Press the REC Button. (The recording level is automatically
adjusted.)
•The Lighting of the REC/BATT Indicator shows that the tape is
running and recording is being made. (RN-122)
•When using VAS recording adjust the voice activation level
using the VOLUME Control. Normal settings are 4 to 7.
(RN-122)
5. To stop recording, press the STOP/EJECT Button.
■ Playback
1 Set the FAST PLAY Selector to "FAST PLAY" if this feature Is
desired.
2. Press the PLAY Button.
3. Adjust the volume using the VOLUME Control and select the
desired tone; "HIGH" or "LOW" by setting the TONE
Selector. (RN-122)
4. To stop playback, press the STOP/EJECT Button.
•The monitor system enables you to listen, through the earphone to
the sound as it is being recorded. The monitor level can be adjusted
by the VOLUME Control.
•When recording, previously recorded signals on the tape will be
erased automatically.
•Recording can be started during playback by simply pressing the
REC Button.
■ Silent Auto-Stop (RN-122)
When the tape comes its end during playback (or recording), the
tape stops moving and the power is turned off. This is called "Silent
Auto-Stop". After silent auto-stop functions, be sure to press the
STOP/EJECT Button.
■ Fast Forward and Rewind
The tape will rewind rapidly when the REW/REV Button is pressed.
The tape will move forward rapidly when the FF/CUE Button is
pressed.
Notes
• Batteries installed with incorrect polarities may leak and damage
this unit.
•Do not mix batteries (old and new) or types (carbon and alkaline.)
•If the set is not used for a long period of time, or is used only from
an AC power source, remove all the batteries to prevent potential
damage due to possible battery leakage.
■ CUE and REVIEW (when the PLAY or REC
Button has been pressed.)
The recorded sound can be monitored at a fast speed, as long as the
FF/CUE or REW/REV Button is pressed.
•At the end of the tape, be sure to press the STOP Button.
(RN-102)
•If the tape reaches its end except playing or recording, the
silent-stop system will not operate, so the STOP/EJECT
Button should be pushed to place the unit in the stop
condition. (RN-122)
■ VAS (Voice Activated System) recording
(RN-122)
In the VAS mode of operation, the recording starts automatically
when sound is picked up by the microphone and stops in about 4
seconds after there is no sound picked up by the microphone. This
feature is useful to minimize tape waste and lets the user give extra
thought to the dication without the interruption of manually operating
the start and stop controls while recording.
•To use the feature set the VAS/PAUSE Selector to "VAS".
•For normal recording level set to "4—7".
To record loud sounds only, set the VOLUME Control to "1 ~3". To
record soft sounds, set it to "8~10'\ No sound is recorded at "0".
■ SLE (Sound Level Equalizer) recording (RN-122)
SLE improves recording In remote locations, away from the source.
This is helpful in class and conference rooms.
The SLE Recording Indicator will turn to be green that recording is in
progress.
■ Fast Play Selector
Playback speed can be about 20% faster setting the FAST PLAY
Selector to "FAST PLAY".
■ Pause
The tape movement can be stopped temporarily by setting the
PAUSE Selector to "PAUSE".
To resume the operation, set to "OFF".
Do not set to "PAUSE" for a long time to prevent the deformation of
the Pressure roller.
■ Tape Counter and Reset Button (RN-122)
The digits returns to "000" when the Reset Button is pressed. The
digits advance with the tape to provide a reference to quickly find a
desired portion of tape.
•Avoid using or placing this unit near sources of heat. Do not leave it
in an automobile exposed to direct sunlight for a long period of time
with the doors and windows closed, as this may deform the cabinet.
•Avoid spray-type insecticides. Some insecticides contain chemic¬
als that could cause cabinet deformation.
Matsushita Electric industrial Co., Ltd

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