Sony BM-577 EN User Manual download pdf

SONY.

3-800-079-21(1)

Microcassette™ Dictator

Operating Instructions

BM-575

BM-577

Owner's Record

The model number is located at the bottom and the serial number is located

inside the tape holder. Record the model and serial numbers in the space

provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony

dealer regarding this product.

Model No. Serial No.

WARNING

Welcome!

Thank you for purchasing the Sony Microcassette^“ Dictator.

Some features are:

• Simple operation with a slide-type function lever.

•You can put electronic indexing marks on recording (BM-577

only).

•Three ВАТТ lamps (including the DICT/BATT lamp) indicate the

battery condition step by step (BM-577 only).

•VOR (Voice Operated Recording) system that starts and stops

recording automatically in response to the sound, to save tapes

and batteries.

•Three-digit tape counter for indexing the tape contents.

• FAST PB (fast playback) function that lets you listen to the tape

with high speed.

•LOCK switch prevents the unit from accidental operation.

•3-way powering system: batteries, AC house current and car

battery.

•Tape-end alarm sounds at the end of the tape.

About This Manual

The instructions in this manual are for 2 models. The BM-577 is the

model used for illustration purposes. Any differences in operation

are clearly indicated in the text, for example, "BM-577 only."

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

rain or moisture.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly

approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this

equipment.

Operation Flow Chart

Insert the batteries.

Insert a cassette.

Select the tape speed and microphone sensitivity.

Set the TAPE COUNTER to 000.

Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the

opposite direction of the arrow.

Set the VOR switch to ON, if necessary.

Start dictation with the built-in microphone.

Record the electronic index signal to provide

easy access of transcription. (BM-577 only)

Use the FAST PB (fast playback) function to

check the dictated material.

Stop dictating.

Eject the cassette.

Hand the cassette to your secretary or transcriber without

rewinding the tape.

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Summary of Contents

Page 1 - Microcassette™ Dictator

Page 2 - Inserting a Cassette

► Getting StartedPreparing a Power SourceChoose one of the following power sourcesDry BatteriesMake sure that nothing is connected to the DC IN 3V jac

Page 3 - Operating the Unit

^ Operating the UnitDictating with the Built-in MicrophoneYou can start and stop dictating simply by sliding the function lever.Before operating, make

Page 4 - Tips for Efficient Dictation

Listening to the DictationTips for Efficient Dictation• Function lever-EJECTMake sure that the LOCK switch is set to the opposite direction

Page 5 - Troubleshooting

> Additional InformationPrecautionsOn power• Operate the unit only on 3V^DC.For battery operation, use two size AAA (R03) batteries or BP-43 Sony

Page 6 - Maintenance

MaintenanceTo clean the tape heads and pathBM-575Pinch-rollerSpecificationsRecord/playback headWipe the heads, pinch roller and the capstan with a cot

Related models: BM-575 EN

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