C. Crane VersaCorder Dual Speed Recorder user manual

User manual for the device C. Crane VersaCorder Dual Speed Recorder

Device: C. Crane VersaCorder Dual Speed Recorder
Category: Stereo System
Manufacturer: C. Crane
Size: 0.27 MB
Added : 7/7/2013
Number of pages: 24
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Summary of the content on the page No. 19

Safety Instructions READ BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENT SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 1) Read and understand all safety and operating instructions before the VersaCorder is operated. 2) Retain Instructions: The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3) Heed Warnings: All warnings on this appliance and all operating instructions should be followed. 4) Water and Moisture: The VersaCorder should not be used near water. Do not use near a bathtub, washbowl, laundry tub,

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Safety Instructions 10) If the recorder is stored for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and remove the batteries. This will prevent damage caused by lightning or power line surges and will keep battery acid from leaking inside of the recorder. 11) Never attempt to service the VersaCorder yourself. Removing the cover may expose you to dangerous voltage levels and will void the warranty. Refer all servicing to authorized service personnel. 12) The VersaCorder should be service

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Dual Speed Recorder
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
PLEASE READ ALL THE INSTRUCTIONS COMPLETELY BEFORE USE
AND SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

Summary of the content on the page No. 2

Before Use Please read IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on pages 19 - 22 before use. It is important to read and understand all instructions. For your future reference: Serial No. Date of purchase (found inside battery compartment) Name and address of dealer Included Accessories: AC Adapter Audio Patch Cord Item Code: VCA Item Code: VPC Optional Accessories: (4) “C” Cell Batteries Phone Patch Cord FM Transmitter Item Code: CAL Item Code: VCP Item Code: FMT See See pg. 14 pg. 21 Copyright © 2004 by

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Table of Contents Location of Controls ..................................................... 4-5 Connection to Power ..................................................... 5-6 Battery Installation ........................................................... 6 Setting the Clock .............................................................. 7 Cassette Tapes .................................................................. 8 Inserting Cassette Tapes .................................................

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Location of Controls 24 23 1 6 7 2 8 3 9 5 4 11 17 10 12 13 14 21 19 20 22 15 16 18 Control Identification 1) Day 14) Voice Activation Switch (See page 13) 2) Hour 15) Record 3) Minute 4) Built-In Microphone 16) Play 5) Record or Status Light 17) Voice Activation Switch (ON/OFF) 6) Clear or Recall time 18) Rewind/Review 7) Clock 19) Fast Forward/Cue 8) Program 20) Stop/Eject 9) Timer ON/OFF 10) Headphone Jack 21) Normal/Quarter Speed 11) Telephone Beep 22) Pause 12) Microphone Input 23) Tape Cou

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Location of Controls Control Identification 1) LINE IN 2) Timer Activation Switch 3) LINE OUT 4) DC Power In 1 2 3 4 To access the handle: Put fingers in the well underneath the VersaCorder and pull gently. Connection to Power The VersaCorder will run on the included AC adapter. It will also run on (4) "C" size Alkaline or rechargeable batteries. Batteries are necessary to keep the clock time and program memories if the power cord is removed from the recorder for more than 3 minutes. VersaCorde

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+ + + + Battery Installation 1) Open the cover by pushing the ribbed tab down firmly and pulling the cover off toward the back of the unit. 2) Insert the (4) “C” cell batteries into the compartment as indicated in the drawing below. Be sure the negative (-) end is against the spring. Refer to the drawing below to insure correct installation of your batteries. 3) Gently slide the cover back on to close. Page 6 VersaCorder

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Setting the Clock and Day CLOCK DAY HOUR MIN 1) Press and hold the CLOCK Button while setting the time. 2) While holding the CLOCK Button, press the DAY Button and select the corresponding day as shown on the display. 3) While holding the CLOCK Button, press the HOUR Button until the appropriate hour and AM/PM is indicated on the display. 4) While holding the CLOCK Button down, press the MIN Button and select the appropriate minute setting. Each time you press the MIN Button the seconds reset

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Cassette Tapes We recommend high quality, 110 minute cassette tapes for use in the VersaCorder. In tests, these tapes provide an acceptable balance between maximum play/recording time and prolonged tape life. Longer cassette tapes are available, however the tape material is very thin and may stretch or break during operation. With the extra long tapes, any cassette player is more likely to “eat” the tape. Inserting Cassette Tapes 1) Press the STOP/EJECT Button to open the lid. STOP/EJECT Ribbon

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Recording Instructions How to Record From A Radio The VersaCorder can be used with any radio that has a headphone jack or LINE OUT. With the VersaCorder you can listen while recording. 1) Turn the radio volume up to a gentle listening level. If the volume of the radio is set too loud, the playback sound may be distorted. 2) Put a tape in and select the speed you want to record at. 3) Plug the 1/8” stereo patch cord into your radio LINE OUT or headphone jack and the LINE IN of the VersaCorder. Y

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Recording Instructions Recording Using the Timer 1) To set the ON time, press the PROGRAM Button once. The number “1” and “ON” will appear in the display. AM/PM DAY Setting Programmed DAY HOUR MIN PROGRAM Timer ON/OFF PROGRAM # Hour Minutes 2) Press the DAY Button until the desired day appears in the display. Note: The VersaCorder can record any single day, weekends, weekdays or everyday. 3) Select the appropriate hour by pressing the HOUR Button until the desired hour appears in the display.

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Recording Instructions Tips and Notes There are a total of (6) recording timers. Each one can be programmed with a separate ON/OFF Time and Day. To DELETE a programmed ON or OFF time, press the PROGRAM Button repeatedly until the time you wish to delete is displayed. Next, press the CLEAR/RECALL Button. Four dashes will appear to verify that the ON or OFF time has been deleted. Pressing the CLEAR/RECALL Button again will reinstate the deleted time. The CLEAR/RECALL Button can be used to clear t

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Special Recording Instructions Recording A 4-Hour Radio Show On One Side Of A 110-Minute Cassette Tape The VersaCorder has a Six Event Timer that can be programmed to come on and go off. This can be used to extend your tape time and eliminate many commercials. To set up the VersaCorder for timed recordings, press the program button to dial through the six timers. Press the hour and minute buttons to set each timer. See page 10 for instructions on setting the timer. Most radio shows follow a regu

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Recording Instructions Using Voice Activated Recording 1) Set the VersaCorder on QUARTER speed for longest record time. 2) Switch VOICE ACTIVATED to “ON”. 3) Press the “PLAY” and “RECORD” Buttons at the same time. 4) Set SENSITIVITY so the recorder starts when someone is talking. SENSITIVITY VOICE ACTIVATED NORMAL OR ON/OFF QUARTER SPEED Sensitivity can be set on 1, 2, or 3. Number “1” is the most sensitive and can be used when there is little background noise and you would like to record people

Summary of the content on the page No. 14

Recording Instructions Recording A Telephone Call You can purchase a telephone patch cord and phone line splitter from your C. Crane dealer or C. Crane Company at 800-522-8863 (www.ccrane.com). 1) Connect the dual tip end of your patch cord to the phone BEEP and MIC input on the front of the VersaCorder. 2) Connect the phone line splitter to your phone wall jack. 3) Connect your existing phone line to the splitter. 4) Connect the phone plug end of the patch cord into the splitter. 5) Set the V

Summary of the content on the page No. 15

Remote Switch Operation Some radios have a special Remote Switch connection provided. This is for directly recording from a built in timer on the radio. The VersaCorder may be compatible with the remote switch supplied on these receivers. Please refer to the radio or device’s manual for proper operation of this feature. The Remote Switch works with the CCRadioplus, Sangean ATS909, Radio Shack DX398, and the Grundig Satelit series. Remote Switch Operation For Use With the CCRadioplus The patch co

Summary of the content on the page No. 16

Playback Instructions 1) Insert tape. The side you want to listen to should be facing up. Refer to page 8 for instructions. 2) Press REWIND until the tape stops. 3) When tape is fully rewound, press the PLAY Button. VOLUME PLAY REWIND If you are checking your test recording, ensure the volume is at an adequate level and the audio does not distort. If audio is distorted, the audio source volume is turned up too high. If low or no audio is present, turn up volume or refer to trouble shooting sec

Summary of the content on the page No. 17

Troubleshooting Guide Slow FF and REW speed or varying speed during record/playback: This is a symptom of low batteries. Plugging in the AC Adapter should cure the problem. It is recommended that you plug in the AC Adapter when changing batteries to avoid losing clock and timer settings. If the batteries are removed and the AC Adapter is not plugged in, all clock and timer settings will be lost within three minutes. I can’t record on my tape: Cassette tapes have a “record protection” tab on the

Summary of the content on the page No. 18

Troubleshooting Guide I have programmed the timer but it will not record: 1) Check to see that the TIMER switch is on, the REC and PLAY buttons are pushed down, and the PROGRAM time is correctly set for AM or PM. See page 10 for Recording Instructions. 2) Is the patch cord plugged in? Unless you have a CCRadioplus and have programmed it to start the VersaCorder, do not plug the patch cord into the TIMER ACTIVATION SWITCH port. See page 15 for Remote Switch Operation. The VersaCorder is eating


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