Sony MICROCASSETTE M-560V User's Manual

Sony Microcassette Recorder User's Manual - MICROCASSETTE M-560V.
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To

Stop recording

Start recording during
playback

Review the portion just
recorded

Pause recording

Take out a cassette

Note
Select the 2.4 cm tape speed for recording, if you play back the recorded
tape with another unit. Otherwise, the sound quality may be changed.

Notes on VOR (Voice Operated Recording)
• The VOR system depends on the environmental conditions. If you

cannot get the desired results, set VOR to OFF.

• When you use the unit in a noisy place, it will stay in the recording

mode. If the sound is too soft, on the contrary, the unit will not start
recording. Set VOR to H (high) or L (low) depending on the conditions.

Note
The battery life may shorten depending on the operation of the unit.

House current

Connect the AC power adaptor to DC IN 3V and to a wall outlet.
Use the AC power adaptor (supplied with M-655V only) or the
AC-E30HG AC power adaptor (not supplied). Do not use any
other AC power adaptor.

Note
Specifications for AC-E30HG vary for each area.
Check your local voltage and the shape of plug before purchasing.

Rechargeable batteries (supplied with
M-655V only)
Charge the rechargeable batteries only with the supplied charge
adaptor and the AC power adaptor. The rechargeable batteries
can be charged approximately 500 times.
Be sure to charge the rechargeable batteries for approximately 8
hours before using them. The unit can be used for recording for
approximately 10 hours with the fully charged rechargeable
batteries.

To charge

The power indicator of the charge adaptor remains lit as long as power is
supplied from the wall outlet.

To use

Notes
• Use the supplied two rechargeable batteries only with the supplied

charge adaptor.

• If there is distortion of sound or excessive noise, or if the unit does not

operate properly, turn off the unit and recharge the two rechargeable
batteries together.

• The rechargeable batteries will discharge even when not in use. Be sure

to charge them before use.

• Recharge the two rechargeable batteries together. Otherwise, the

charging cannot be done.

• Be sure to remove the rechargeable batteries from the charge adaptor to

avoid overcharging (more than 20 hours) when charging has been
completed.

• Charging and operation should be made in temperature ranges 5°C to

40°C (40°F to 104°F).

• The charge adaptor will become warm during charging but this is not a

sign of problem.

• Do not use or leave the charge adaptor in a location near heat sources or

in a place subject to direct sunlight or excessive moisture.

• Unplug the AC power adaptor from the wall outlet when it is not to be

used for long.

• Do not attempt to charge dry batteries.

Recording

Make sure that nothing is connected to MIC (M-657V/655V/
650V only).

1

Press the reset button of the tape counter.

2

Press Tx and insert a standard microcassette with the side
to start recording facing the lid.

3

Select the desired tape speed.
2.4 cm for optimum sound (recommended for normal use):
A 30-minute recording can be made using both sides of the
MC-30 microcassette.
1.2 cm for longer recording time: A 60-minute recording can
be made using both sides of the MC-30 microcassette.

4

Set VOR to H, L or OFF.
If you set VOR to H or L, the unit automatically starts
recording the sound and pauses when there is no sound
(you can save tapes and batteries).
H : To record at meeting or in a quiet and/or spacious place.
L : To record for dictation or in a noisy place.
When the sound is not loud enough, set it to OFF, or the unit
may not start recording.

5

Press z.
n

 is pressed simultaneously and recording starts. While

the tape runs, the REC or REC/BATT lamp lights and
flashes depending on the strength of the sound.
Recording level is fixed.

to the wall outlet

AC power adaptor (not supplied)

To monitor the sound
Connect an earphone (not supplied) to EAR jack. The monitor
volume cannot be adjusted by VOL.

To prevent a cassette from being accidentally recorded
over
Break out and remove the cassette tabs. To reuse the cassette for
recording, cover the tab hole with adhesive tape.

Playing a Tape

1

Insert a cassette with the side to start playing facing the lid.

2

Select the tape speed to the same speed as that used for
recording.

3

Press n.

4

Turn VOL to adjust the volume.

If you plug in headphones (not supplied) to the EAR jack, you
will get monaural output from both left and right channels.

Troubleshooting

Should any problem persist after you have made these checks,
consult your nearest Sony dealer.

A cassette cannot be inserted.

t The cassette is being inserted in the wrong way.

t n has been already pressed.

The unit does not operate.

t The batteries have been inserted with incorrect polarity.

t The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new

ones.

t >PAUSE is slid in the direction of the arrow.

t The AC power adaptor is connected to the unit only and

you are going to use the unit on batteries.

Recording cannot be made.

t There is no cassette in the cassette compartment.

t The tab on the tape has been removed. To reuse the tape

for recording, cover the tab hole with adhesive tape.

Recording is interrupted.

t The VOR switch is set to H or L. When you do not use

VOR, set it to OFF.

During CUE/REVIEW the tape stops or does not run.
You cannot fast-forward or rewind.

t The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new

ones.

Recording cannot be erased completely.

t The head is contaminated. See “Maintenance”.

Playback cannnot be made.

t The tape has reached the end. Rewind the tape.

No sound comes from the speaker.

t The earphone is plugged in.
t The volume is turned down completely.

The sound drops out or comes with excessive noise.

t The volume is turned down completely.
t The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new

ones.

t The head is contaminated. See “Maintenance”.
t Direct placement of the cassette tape on the speaker

resulted in magnetization and deteriorated tonal quality.

t Use the unit away from radiowave-emitting devices such

as cellular phones.

Tape speed is too fast or too slow in the playback
mode.

t Improper setting of the TAPE SPEED switch. Set it to the

same speed as that used for recording.

t The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new

ones.

Tape speed is faster than the normal playback speed.

t The FAST PB switch (M-657V/655V/650V only) is slid in

the direction of the arrow.

Maintenance

To clean the tape head and path
Press n and wipe the head, capstan and the pinch roller with a
cotton swab, moistened with alcohol every 10 hours of use.

To clean the exterior
Use a soft cloth slightly moistened in water. Do not use alcohol,
benzine or thinner.

Specifications

Tape

 (normal position type)

Recording system

2-track 1-channel monaural

Speaker

Approx. 3.6 cm (17⁄16 in.) dia.

Tape speed

2.4 cm/s (15⁄16 ips), 1.2 cm/s (15⁄32 ips)

Frequency range

300 – 4,000 Hz (with TAPE SPEED switch at 2.4 cm/s)

Input (M-657V/655V/650V only)

Microphone input jack (minijack/PLUG IN POWER)
sensitivity 0.24 mV for 3 k

Ω or lower impedance microphone

Output

Earphone jack (minijack) for 8 – 300 

Ω earphone

Power output (at 10% harmonic distortion)

250 mW

Power requirements

3 V DC batteries size AA (R6) 

× 2/External DC 3V power sources

Dimensions (w/h/d)

Approx. 62.2 

× 119.1 × 25.4 mm (2 1⁄2 × 4 3⁄4 × 1 in.) incl. projecting

parts and controls

Mass

M-657V/655V/650V: Approx. 115 g (4.1 oz) (main unit only)
M-565V/560V: Approx. 113 g (4.0 oz) (main unit only)

Supplied accessories

AC power adaptor (1) (M-655V only)
Battery charge adaptor (1) (M-655V only)
Rechargeable batteries NC-AA, 1.2 V, 700 mAh, Ni-Cd (2) (M-655V
only)
Microcassette tape MC-30 (1) (M-657V, M-650V for Europe and
M-560V for the United States and Europe only)
Microcassette tapes MC-30 (3) (M-565V only)
Alkaline batteries LR6 (2) (M-657V/565V/560V for U.S.A. only)
Microphone (1) (M-657V only)
Carrying pouch (1) (M-657V only)

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

M-657V/655V/650V/565V/560V

Operating Instructions
Manual de instrucciones (en el reverso)

Sony Corporation © 2002 Printed in China

3-241-559-12 (1)

Microcassette™-Corder

EAR

VOL

n

> PAUSE

m

 CUE/

REVIEW M

Tx

Non-standard

Approx. 5 mm

Standard
Only standard microcassettes

have a small indention of side A.

Approx. 2.5 mm

For customers in the United States

Owner’s Record
The model number is located at the back of the unit and the
serial number is located inside the cassette holder. Record
these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to these
numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer
regarding this product.

Model No._________________  Serial No._________________

Please register this product on line at www.sony.com/
productregistration
<http://www.sony.com/productregistration>

Proper registration will enable us to send you periodic
mailings about new products, services, and other important
announcements. Registering your product needs adjustment
or modification. Thank you.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not
expressly approved in this manual could void your authority
to operate this equipment.

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not
expose the unit to rain or moisture.

Polarity of the plug

Press or slide

Tx

z

 during playback (the unit becomes in the

recording mode)

Push up mCUE/MREVIEW toward
M

REVIEW during the recording. Release the

button at the point to start playback.

Slide >PAUSE in the direction of the arrow.

Tx

Insert the # side
first for each
battery.

to the wall outlet

Power indicator

Rechargeable
batteries NC-AA

AC power
adaptor

FAST PB
(M-657V/655V/
650V only)

TAPE SPEED

Head

Pinch roller

Capstan

About This Manual

The instructions in this manual are for 5 models. The M-650V is
the model used for illustration purposes.
Their differences are shown in the table below:

M-657V/655V/650V

M-565V/560V

Tape counter

a

a

MIC jack

a

REC lamp

a

BATT/E lamp

a

REC/BATT lamp

a

VOR

a

a

FAST PB

a

Handstrap

a

a

: provided or supplied

—: not provided or not supplied

There is no difference among M-657V, M-655V, and M-650V and
between M-565V and M-560V except for the supplied accessories.
For information about the supplied accessories, see “Specifications” of
this manual.

Preparing Power Sources

Choose one of the following power sources.
Dry Batteries

Make sure that nothing is connected to the DC IN 3V jack.
1

Open the battery compartment lid.

2

Insert two size AA (R6) batteries with correct polarity and
close the lid.

To take out the batteries

If the battery compartment lid is accidentally
detached
Attach it as illustrated.

When to replace the batteries
For M-565V/560V
Replace the batteries with new ones when the REC/BATT lamp
dims.

For M-657V/655V/650V
Replace the batteries with new ones when the BATT lamp goes
off and the E lamp flashes.

Notes
• The unit will play back normally for a while, even after the E lamp

flashes. However, replace the batteries as soon as you can. If you do not,
the playback cannot be made with normal sound, noise may be
recorded and the recorded sound will not be loud enough (M-657V/
655V/650V only).

• In the following cases you do not need to replace the batteries:

– if the BATT lamp flashes with the playback sound when you turn up

the volume.

– if the E lamp lights momentarily when the tape starts running or at

the end of the tape (M-657V/655V/650V only).

– if the E lamp flashes during FF (CUE) or REW (REVIEW) (M-657V/

655V/650V only).

Battery life (Approx. hours)

(JEITA*)

BATT/E
(M-657V/655V/
650V only)

z

> PAUSE

m

 CUE/

REVIEW M

Tx

EAR

Microphone

TAPE SPEED

VOR

tape counter

MIC (PLUG IN
POWER) (M-657V/
655V/650V only)

Insert the # side
first for each
battery.

* Measured valued by the standard of JEITA (Japan Electronics and

Information Technology Industries Association) (Using a Sony
Microcassette)

**When using a Sony LR6 (SG) “STAMINA” alkaline dry batteries

(produced in Japan)

Batteries
Sony manganese R6P
(SR)
Sony alkaline LR6 (SG)**

NC-AA

Recording
8 (M-657V/655V/
650V only)
26 (M-657V/655V/
650V only)
10 (M-655V only)

10 (M-565V/560V
only)
30 (M-565V/560V
only)

BATT/E
(M-657V/655V/
650V only)

REC (M-657V/655V/
650V only)
REC/BATT (M-565V/
560V only)

Tx

This warranty is valid only in the
United States.

Charge adaptor

To
Stop playback/stop fast
forward or rewind*
Pause playback

Fast forward

Rewind

Search forward during
playback (CUE)

Search backward during
playback (REVIEW)

* If you leave the unit after the tape has been wound or rewound, the

batteries will be consumed rapidly. Be sure to depress Tx.

Note
If the tape is completely wound or rewound while searching forward/
backward during playback (CUE/REVIEW), the mCUE/MREVIEW
switch may not return to the center position when you release the switch.
In this case, push back the switch to the center to start playback.

To increase the playback speed (M-657V/655V/650V only)
Slide the FAST PB switch in the direction of the arrow. The
playback speed will be increased.
To return to the original speed, slide the FAST PB switch to the
original position.

At the end of the tape
In the recording or playback mode, the tape stops at the end of
the tape and the locked buttons will be released automatically
(Automatic shut-off mechanism).
After fast forward or rewind, be sure to set mCUE/
M

REVIEW back to the center.

Recording/Playback with the
Connected Equipment
(M-657V/655V/650V only)

Recording with an External Microphone
Connect a microphone to the MIC jack.
M-657V : use the supplied microphone.
Other models : use a microphone of low impedance (less than 3
kilohms) such as ECM-T6 (not supplied). When using a plug-in-
power system microphone, the power to the microphone is
supplied from this unit.

Note
When recording with an external microphone, the VOR system may not
work properly because of the difference in sensitivity.

Recording from another tape recorder
Connect another tape recorder to the MIC jack using the
RK-G64HG connecting cord (not supplied).
Set this unit to the recording mode and another tape recorder to
the playback mode. In this case set VOR to OFF.

Precautions

On power
•Operate the unit only on 3 V DC.

For AC operation, use the AC adaptor recommended for the
unit. Do not use any other type. For battery operation, use two
size AA (R6) batteries.

On the unit
•Use only the 

 (standard microcassettes) with this

unit. Non-standard cassettes cannot be used because their “L”
dimension (see illustration) is different.

•Do not leave the unit in a location near heat sources, or in a

place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical
shock.

•Should any solid object or liquid fall into the unit, remove the

batteries or disconnect the AC power adaptor, and have the
unit checked by qualified personnel before operating it any
further.

•Keep personal credit cards using magnetic coding or spring-

wound watches etc. away from the unit to prevent possible
damage from the magnet used for the speaker.

•When you do not use the unit for long, remove the batteries to

avoid damage caused by battery leakage and subsequent
corrosion.

•If the unit has not been used for long, set it in the playback

mode and warm it up for a few minutes before inserting a
cassette.

For the customers in the USA
RECYCLING NICKEL CADMIUM BATTERIES

Nickel cadmium batteries are recyclable. You can
help preserve our environment by returning your
used rechargeable batteries to the collection and
recycling location nearest you.
Note: In some areas the disposal of nickel

cadmium batteries in household or
business trash may be prohibited.

For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable
batteries, call toll free 1-800-822-8837, or visit
http://www.rbrc.org/

Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking nickel cadmium

batteries.

If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit,
please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Press or slide

Tx

Slide >PAUSE in the direction of the

arrow. REC (M-657V/655V/650V) or
REC/BATT (M-565V/560V) lamp goes
off.
Slide mCUE/MREVIEW toward
m

CUE during stop.

Slide mCUE/MREVIEW toward
M

REVIEW during stop.

Keep mCUE/MREVIEW pushed
down during playback and release it at
the point you want.
Keep mCUE/MREVIEW pushed up
during playback and release it at the
point you want.

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