Sony TC-TX373 User's Manual
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1. Connection to the DHC MD373 DHC MD373 only Firmly connect the AU BUS connecting cable to the system cable adapter TC TX373 C2 a Adapter DHC MD373 only Peel away the seal paper from the back of the system cable adapter and secure the adapter to the DHC MD373 Position the adapter so that it does not interfere with the audio connecting cords Position the adapter so that it does not cover the ventilation slits DHC MD373 DHC MD373 only Firmly connect the system cable adapter to the tape control jack on the DHC MD373 TC TX373 DHC MD373 Insert the connector firmly all the way Note The system cable adapter is used to connect the AU BUS connecting cable for exchanging signals between the tape deck and the DHC MD373 If you do not connect the system cable adapter and the AU BUS connecting cable firmly the tape deck and DHC MD373 may not operate correctly continued Hooking up the system continued Connection to the DHC MD333 E DHC MD333 only Firmly connect the AU BUS connecting cable to the AU BUS jack on the DHC MD333 TC TX373 Insert the connector firmly all the way Note The AU BUS connecting cable is used for exchanging signals between the tape deck and the DHC MD333 If you do not connect the cable firmly the tape deck and DHC MD333 may not operate correctly Connect to and B to B using the audio co2. TAPE 1 Press I power on the DHC MD373 333 to turn on the DHC MD373 333 component system The tape deck turns on automatically 2 Insert a blank tape With the side you want to record on facing up 3 Place a CD on the disc tray of the DHC MD373 333 4 Set DIRECTION to to record on one side Set it to C to record on both sides If you select both sides recording and the tape reaches the end of the top side part way through a track the entire track is recorded again from the beginning of the bottom side 5 Press CD SYNC on the tape deck The tape deck stands by for recording and the CD player stands by for playback The indicators on the CD SYNC REC gt for the top side and I buttons light up If you want to record starting from the bottom side press lt I for the bottom side so the indicator on the lt button lights up 6 Press 00 on the tape deck Recording starts If the tape reaches the end of the top side part way through a track the tape rewinds and the track is recorded again from its start After that recording starts with that track from the beginning of the bottom side during both sides recording or recording stops during one side recording To stop recording Press Ml on the tape deck W on the DHC MD373 remote or TAPEM on the DHC MD333 remote Tips When you press I power on the tape deck only the tape deck turns on Press
3. I power on the DHC MD373 333 to turn on the DHC MD373 333 component system Inserting the tape when the power is off automatically turns on the tape deck only Press 1 0 power on the DHC MD373 333 to turn on the DHC MD373 333 component system before recording The cassette indicator lights up in red when a cassette is inserted and goes off when no cassette is inserted When you want to reduce the hiss noise in low level high frequency signals set DOLBY NR to ON before step 5 If the tape reaches the end of the top side during both sides recording the fadeout feature prevents the track from ending abruptly at the end of the tape Fade Synchro DHC MD333 only The track is recorded again from the beginning of the bottom side Notes e You cannot listen to other sources while recording e When you record on both sides be sure to start from the top side If you start from the bottom side recording stops at the end of the bottom side 11 12 Recording manually With manual recording you can record just the songs you like from a CD or start recording from the middle of the tape You can also record a radio programme or MD Tape deck TC TX373 2 gt 6 DOLBY NR 4 5 lt 1 This tape deck is equipped with the Dolby B type noise reduction system The remote supplied with the DHC MD373 The remote supplied with the DHC MD333 3 oO O oj
4. The heads are dirty Clean them e The record playback heads are magnetised Demagnetise them The tape does not erase completely e The record playback heads are magnetised Demagnetise them There is excessive wow or flutter or the sound drops out e The capstans in the tape deck are dirty Clean them using a cleaning cassette Noise increases or the high frequencies are erased The record playback heads are magnetised Demagnetise them see page 14 e Move the tape deck away from the TV or VCR The sound is distorted e Set DOLBY NR to the same setting in which the tape was recorded e Move the tape deck away from the TV or VCR There is no sound The mains lead is disconnected from the mains e Make sure the audio connecting cords are connected correctly see page 6 The remote supplied with the DHC MD373 333 does not function e Press FUNCTION on the DHC MD373 333 to switch the FUNCTION to TAPE e Make sure the system cable adapter AU BUS connecting cable is connected correctly see page 5 or 6 Automatic Source Selection or One Touch Play DHC MD333 only does not work e Make sure the AU BUS connecting cable is connected correctly see page 6 The functions tied with the DHC MD373 333 such as CD Synchro Recording do not work e Make sure the system cable adapter AU BUS connecting cable is connected correctly see page 5 or 6 The inserted tape will no
5. deck just by pressing D gt or lt Automatic Source Selection To start playing automatically from the beginning of the tape after fast winding Auto Play press E gt while holding down lt 4 for the top side or press lt q while holding down gt for the bottom side To listen to a tape recorded with the Dolby noise reduction system set DOLBY NR to ON Using the timer function on the DHC MD373 333 you can wake up to music at a preset time For details refer to Wake up to music in the DHC MD373 333 component system Instruction Manual When you set the Wake up timer DOLBY NR must be set on the tape deck Note The AMS feature may not work in the following cases the blank space between tracks is four seconds or less the sound source recorded on the right channel is different from that on the left channel as with a KARAOKE tape low volume or low sound continues for a long time the TV is too close to the tape deck Recording a CD CD Synchro Recording The CD SYNC button lets you record from a CD to a tape easily You can use TYPE I normal or TYPE II CrO2 tape since the tape deck automatically detects the tape type Tape deck TC TX373 2 gt 6 DOLBY NR 4 Cassette lt li indicator This tape deck is equipped with the Dolby B type noise reduction system The remote supplied with the DHC MD373 The remote supplied with the DHC MD333
6. radio programmes in the DHC MD373 333 component system Instruction Manual When you set the timer recording DOLBY NR and DIRECTION mode must be set on the tape deck Additional Information Precautions On operating voltage for models with a voltage selector Before operating the tape deck check that the operating voltage of your tape deck is identical with the voltage of your local power supply On safety e The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source mains as long as it is connected to the wall outlet mains even if the unit itself has been turned off Unplug the tape deck from the wall outlet mains if it is not to be used for an extended period of time To disconnect the cord mains lead pull it out by the plug Never pull the cord itself Should any solid object or liquid fall into the component unplug the tape deck and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further The AC power cord mains lead must be changed only at a qualified service shop On placement e Place the tape deck in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat build up in the tape deck Do not place the unit in an inclined position Do not place the unit in locations where it is Extremely hot or cold Dusty or dirty Very humid Subject to vibration Subject to direct sunlight Before placing a cassette in the tape deck Take up any slack in the tape Otherwi
7. remote To play the bottom side press gt again To play a tape using the DHC MD333 component system Do the following operation in step 4 1 Press FUNCTION until TAPE appears in the display 2 Press TAPEL gt on the remote To play the bottom side press TAPE lt on the remote Other operations When using the DHC MD373 You can also operate the tape deck using the remote supplied with the DHC MD373 To Do this Stop playing Press W Pause Press 10 or Hl on the remote Press again to resume playing Fast forward Press W then gt gt for the top side Press W then lt 4 for the bottom side Rewind Press W then lt 4 for the top side Press W then P gt for the bottom side Find the succeeding Press gt for the top side track AMS during playback Press lt 4 for the bottom side during playback Find the preceding Press lt 4 for the top side track AMS during playback Press BP for the bottom side during playback Remove the cassette Press on the tape deck Adjust the volume Turn VOLUME or press VOLUME on the remote When using the DHC MD333 Symbols in parentheses indicate the buttons on the remote supplied with the DHC MD333 To Do this Stop playing Press W or TAPE Pause Press 10 or TAPENN Press again to resume playing Fast forward Press W then P gt or TAPEP for the top side Press W then lt lt or
8. 0 hours of use with a separately sold demagnetising cassette For details refer to the instructions of the demagnetising cassette Cleaning the cabinet Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with mild detergent solution Never use strong solvents such as thinner or benzene since they may damage the finish If you have any questions or problems concerning your tape deck please consult your nearest Sony dealer Troubleshooting If you run into any problem using this tape deck use the following checklist First check that the mains lead is connected firmly and the speakers are connected correctly and firmly Should any problem persist consult your nearest Sony dealer The operation buttons on the tape deck do not work e Press any of the operation buttons after 00 stops flashing The buttons on the tape deck do not work for about two seconds after the tape deck turns on e No cassette is inserted Insert a cassette The tape does not play or record e There is slack in the tape Take up any slack in the tape e The heads are dirty Clean them e Make sure the audio connecting cords are connected correctly see page 6 The tape does not record e No cassette is inserted Insert a cassette e The tab has been removed from the cassette Cover the broken tab with adhesive tape see page 14 e The tape has wound to the end The tape does not record or play or there is a decrease in sound level e
9. OB TAPE TAPEH L Press I power on the DHC MD373 333 to turn on the DHC MD373 333 component system The tape deck turns on automatically 2 Insert a blank tape With the side you want to record on facing up 3 Press FUNCTION on the DHC MD373 333 until CD MD or TUNER appears 4 Set DIRECTION to to record on one side Set it to C to record on both sides 5 Press REC on the tape deck The tape deck stands by for recording The indicators on the REC D gt for the top side and I buttons light up If you want to record starting from the bottom side press lt q for the bottom side so the indicator on the lt I button lights up 6 Press 00 on the tape deck Recording starts You can also start recording by pressing the C or lt I button that is lit 7 Start playing on the source component To Press E or E on the DHC MD373 remote or TAPEM on the DHC MD333 remote 00 or Hl on the DHC MD373 remote or TAPEH on the DHC MD333 remote Stop recording Pause recording Tips e The cassette indicator lights up in red when a cassette is inserted and goes off when no cassette is inserted e When you want to reduce the hiss noise in low level high frequency signals set DOLBY NR to ON before step 5 e Using the timer function on the DHC MD373 333 you can record radio programmes at a preset time For details refer to Timer recording
10. S O N vY 3 867 730 11 1 Stereo Cassette Deck Operating Instructions TC TX373 1999 by Sony Corporation This system is equipped with the Dolby B type noise reduction system Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation DOLBY and the double D symbol DO are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation The TC TX373 tape deck is designed only for the DHC MD373 333 component system Here are some of the features you can use with this tape deck when connected with the DHC MD373 333 Mini Hi Fi component system see page 4 Auto Power On Off The tape deck power is tied with the DHC MD373 333 component system see page 11 CD Synchro Recording You can easily record a CD onto a tape see page 10 However you cannot perform Fade Synchro recording with the DHC MD373 see page 11 One Touch Play DHC MD333 only Pressing gt or lt I on the tape deck when the tape deck is off automatically turns on the tape deck and the DHC MD333 and starts playing a tape if a cassette is inserted see page 10 Automatic Source Selection You can switch from another source to the tape deck and start playing a tape just by pressing D gt or lt I on the tape deck see page 10 Timer You can wake up to music or record a radio programme at a preset time For details refer to Waking up to music and Timer recording radio programmes in th
11. TAPE for the bottom side Rewind Press W then lt lt or TAPE lt 44 for the top side Press W then P gt or TAPE for the bottom side Find the succeeding Press P gt or TAPE for track AMS the top side during playback Press lt lt or TAPE for the bottom side during playback Find the preceding Press lt 4 or TAPE for track AMS the top side during playback Press P gt or TAPE for the bottom side during playback Remove the cassette Press amp on the tape deck Adjust the volume Turn VOLUME or press VOLUME The Automatic Music Sensor AMS feature detects a blank space of more than four seconds between tracks to locate tracks quickly continued 10 Playing a tape continued Tips When you press I 0 power on the tape deck only the tape deck turns on Press I power on the DHC MD373 333 to turn on the DHC MD373 333 component system The cassette indicator lights up in red when a cassette is inserted and goes off when no cassette is inserted Pressing gt or lt I when the tape deck is off automatically turns on the tape deck and starts playing a tape if there is a cassette inserted One Touch Play DHC MD333 only Inserting the tape when the power is off automatically turns on the tape deck only Press Vo power on the DHC MD373 333 to turn on the DHC MD373 333 component system e You can switch from another source to the tape
12. ck The plugs of the audio connecting cords may be tight Insert the plugs at the point shown in How to insert the plugs in step J Operations Playing a tape You can use any type of tape TYPE I normal TYPE II CrO2 or TYPE IV metal since the tape deck automatically detects the tape type ATS D ATS Automatic Tape Selection Tape deck TC TX373 Cassette lt a indicator lt lt gt gt DOLBY NR This tape deck is equipped with the Dolby B type noise reduction system The remote supplied with the DHC MD373 my TAPE VOLUME continued Playing a tape continued The remote supplied with the DHC MD333 FUNCTION TAPE lt J C gt TAPE TAPE lt a gt gt TAPEH VOLUME 1 Press I power on the DHC MD373 333 to turn on the DHC MD373 333 component system The tape deck turns on automatically 2 Insert a recorded tape With the side you want to play facing up 3 Set DIRECTION to to play one side Set it to C2 to play both sides 4 Press gt Press lt I to play the bottom side FUNCTION switches to TAPE automatically then the tape starts playing The tape deck stops automatically after repeating the sequence five times To play a tape using the DHC MD373 component system Do the following operation in step 4 1 Press TAPE so that TAPE appears in the display 2 Press gt on the
13. e DHC MD373 333 component system Instruction Manual Remote Control You can operate the tape deck using the remote supplied with the DHC MD373 333 Table of Contents Getting Started Hooking up the system eee 4 Operations Playing a tape oo ee eeeeseceeeseeneeeeeeeeees 7 Recording a CD CD Synchro Recording 10 Recording manually 0 0 cece 12 Additional Information Precautions ccceccccecsssceseeeseeeeseeeseeees Troubleshooting Specifications occ Getting Started Hooking up the system Complete steps i to EJ E to EA below to hook up your system DHC MD373 using the supplied cords TC TX373 rear panel Mains lead Audio connecting cords supplied AU BUS connecting cable g2 System cable adapter supplied DHC MD373 rear panel Complete steps EJ to KA below to hook up your system DHC MD333 using the supplied cords TC TX373 rear panel mT 7 Mains lead Audio connecting mi cords supplied AU BUS connecting cable DHC MD333 rear panel 0O OOOO bad bed bea bea
14. nnecting cords Insert the plugs into jacks of the same colour The two audio connecting cords are the same so you can connect or B using either cord TC TX373 rear panel DHC MD373 rear panel TC TX373 rear panel DHC MD333 rear panel lt sound flow The sound signals of the CD MD and TUNER flow through the DHC MD373 333 to the tape deck when you record to tape B B The sound signal of the tape deck flows to the DHC MD373 333 when you play a tape How to insert the plugs Insert the plugs firmly into the jacks TT Not firmly inserted Insert to here 6 For models with a voltage selector set VOLTAGE SELECTOR to the position of your local power line voltage VOLTAGE SELECTOR 110 120V 220 240V um Connect the mains lead to a mains after you complete all the connections Tf the plug on this tape deck does not fit your mains detach the supplied adapter from the plug only for models equipped with an adapter If there is no sound or the tape does not record at first operation Make sure the plugs are inserted into the jacks firmly e If the plugs are not inserted into both the jacks firmly you may not be able to record the sound of the CD MD and TUNER onto a tape If the plugs are not inserted into both the B jacks firmly you may not be able to listen to the sound of the tape de
15. se the tape may get entangled in the parts of the tape deck and become damaged When using a tape longer than 90 minutes The tape is very elastic Do not change the tape operations such as play stop and fast winding frequently The tape may get entangled in the tape deck continued 13 14 Precautions continued To save a tape permanently To prevent a tape from being accidentally recorded over break off the cassette tab from side A or B as illustrated Detector slots Tab of side B Tab of side A Side A Break off the cassette tab of side A If you later want to reuse the tape for recording cover the broken tab with adhesive tape However be careful not to cover the detector slots which allow the tape player to automatically detect the type of tape Se Detector slots Cleaning the tape heads Clean the tape heads after every 10 hours of use When the tape heads become dirty the sound is distorted there is a decrease in sound level the sound drops out the tape does not erase completely the tape does not record Be sure to clean the tape heads before you start an important recording or after playing an old tape Use a separately sold dry type or wet type cleaning cassette For details refer to the instructions of the cleaning cassette Demagnetising the tape heads Demagnetise the tape heads and the metal parts that has contact with the tape after every 20 to 3
16. t eject VO power of the tape deck is OFF Press Vo power to turn on the tape deck then press The cassette indicator flashes Press 1 power to turn off the tape deck then press I power again to turn on the tape deck 15 Specifications Recording system Frequency response Wow and flutter Input Output General Power requirements European countries model Other models Power consumption Dimensions Mass Supplied accessories 4 track 2 channel stereo DOLBY NR OFF 50 14 000 Hz 3 dB using Sony TYPE I cassettes 50 15 000 Hz 3 dB using Sony TYPE II cassettes 0 13 W Peak IEC 0 07 W RMS NAB 0 2 W Peak DIN TAPE IN phono jacks impedance 47 kilohms TAPE OUT phono jacks voltage 550 mV impedance 47 kilohms 220 230 V AC 50 60 Hz 110 120 V or 220 240 V AC 50 60 Hz Adjustable with the voltage selector 12 W Approx 215 x 60 x 230 mm w h d incl projecting parts and controls Approx 2 5 kg Audio connecting cords 2 System cable adapter 1 Design and specifications are subject to change without notice Sony line http www world sony com Sony Corporation Printed in China
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