Troubleshooting
Problem
The cassette
compartment lid
cannot be closed.
Operation buttons do
not function.
The unit does not
operate.
The tape does not
move.
Cannot record.
The sound picked up
is distorted.
Noise occurs during
recording.
Sound is not recorded
on the tape.
Cause
Power source is disconnected
from the unit while "LOAD" or
"UNLOAD" is flashing in the
display.
The Hold function is on.
The batteries are exhausted and
"bATTERy" appears.
The AC power adaptor is
connected incorrectly.
The safety system is activated
due to moisture condensation
("DEW" appears).
Other causes.
P PAUSE button is activated
(the P indicator appears).
The tape is wound completely
to the end.
The Hold function is on.
The record-protect shutter on
the cassette is open.
Incorrect operation of the
connected equipment.
The sound source is too loud
when using the microphone.
The MIC/LINE IN switch is not
set.
The recording level is too loud.
When monitoring the recording
sound with headphones or external
speakers, they are placed too close to
the microphone.
Recording level control was set
to the minimum level when
recording via the analog input.
Solution
Connect the power source and
close the lid.
Cancel the Hold function.
Replace both batteries with new
ones or charge the rechargeable
batteries.
Connect the AC power adaptor
correctly.
Leave the unit for a while and
restart the unit by turning on the
power.
Disconnect the power source
from the unit, then connect it
again.
Press P PAUSE or ( PLAY
button to release pause mode.
(See pages 18 and 20.)
• Press the = 0 button to
rewind the tape.
• Replace the cassette.
Cancel the Hold function.
Close the shutter on the cassette.
(See page 15.)
See "Connecting with Other
Equipment for Recording" on
page 23 or refer to the Operating
Instructions manual of the
connected equipment.
• Set MIC ATT switch to 20dB.
• Move the microphone away
from the sound source.
Set the sound source and the
connections.
Adjust the recording level
(manual recording) (page 25).
Keep the microphone away
from them.
Adjust the recording level
correctly. (See page 25.)
Additional Information
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