1. Introduktion
This manual provides comprehensive instructions for the setup, operation, and maintenance of your Marantz PMD201 Professional Portable Cassette Recorder/Player. Please read this manual thoroughly before using the device to ensure proper functionality and to maximize its lifespan. Keep this manual for future reference.
2. Sikkerhedsoplysninger
- Udsæt ikke enheden for regn eller fugt for at forhindre brand eller elektrisk stød.
- Undgå at placere enheden i direkte sollys eller i nærheden af varmekilder.
- Åbn ikke c'enasing. Overlad al service til kvalificeret servicepersonale.
- Brug kun den specificerede strømadapter eller batterier.
- Opbevares utilgængeligt for børn.
3. Pakkens indhold
Når du åbner pakken, skal du kontrollere, at alle varer er til stede:
- Marantz PMD201 Portable Cassette Recorder/Player
- Instruktionsbog
- AC-strømadapter (kan variere fra region til region)
Figur 3.1: Contents of the Marantz PMD201 package, showing the recorder, its original packaging, the owner's manual, and a power adapter.
4. Produktet er slutview
4.1. Kontroller på frontpanelet
Figur 4.1: Top view of the Marantz PMD201, highlighting the cassette compartment and primary controls.
Figur 4.2: Detaljeret view of the Marantz PMD201's front panel controls.
- Kassetterum: Area for inserting cassette tapes.
- Transportkontrol: EJECT, STOP, REC (Record), PLAY, REVIEW, CUE, PAUSE buttons for tape operation.
- COUNTER RESET: Resets the tape counter to zero.
- VU måler: Displays audio input/output levels.
- PHONE Jack: 1/8" (3.5mm) output for headphones.
- NIVEAU-kontrol: Justerer lydstyrken på hovedtelefonerne.
- TONE kontrol: Adjusts audio tone (Low Cut, High Cut, Flat).
- PITCH Control: Justerer afspilningshastigheden.
- HASTIGHEDSkontakt: Selects between LOW and STANDARD tape speeds.
- Indikator for LAVT BATTERI: Lyser, når batteriniveauet er lavt.
- REC LEVEL Control: Justerer optagelsesindgangsniveauet.
- REC MODE Switch: Selects recording mode (MANUAL, LIMITER, ALC - Automatic Level Control).
4.2. Rear/Side Panel Connections
Figur 4.3: Rear/side panel connections of the Marantz PMD201.
- MIC ATT. Switch: Attenuates microphone input (0dB, -10dB, -20dB).
- A.N.C. Switch: Activates Automatic Noise Cancelling.
- INPUTVÆLGER: Selects input source (MIC/TEL, LINE).
- MIC/TEL Jack: 1/8" (3.5mm) input for external microphone or telephone adapter.
- DIRECT/TELEPHONE Switch: Selects between direct microphone input or telephone input.
- LINE IN/OUT (RCA): RCA jacks for connecting to external audio equipment (e.g., ampbrænder, blander).
- MIC REMOTE: Jack for connecting a remote control for microphone operation.
- TEL Jack: Dedicated telephone input jack.
4.3. Batterirum
Figur 4.4: The Marantz PMD201 with its battery compartment open.
- Located on the underside of the unit.
- Requires 4 'AA' size batteries (not included).
5. Opsætning
5.1. Strømkilde
5.1.1. Batteriinstallation
- Open the battery compartment cover on the underside of the unit.
- Insert four (4) 'AA' size batteries, ensuring correct polarity (+/-) as indicated inside the compartment.
- Luk batterirummets dæksel forsvarligt.
5.1.2. Vekselstrømsadapter
Connect the supplied AC power adapter to the DC IN jack on the unit and plug the adapter into a standard AC outlet. Using the AC adapter will bypass battery power.
5.2. Tilslutning af eksterne enheder
- Hovedtelefoner: Plug 1/8" (3.5mm) stereo headphones into the PHONE jack. Adjust volume with the LEVEL control.
- Ekstern mikrofon: Connect an external microphone to the MIC/TEL jack. Adjust MIC ATT. switch as needed for optimal input level.
- Line Input/Output: Use RCA cables to connect the LINE IN/OUT jacks to other audio equipment for recording from or playing back to external devices.
- Telefonoptagelse: Connect a telephone adapter to the TEL jack or MIC/TEL jack (depending on adapter type) and set the INPUT SELECTOR and DIRECT/TELEPHONE switch accordingly.
6. Betjeningsvejledning
6.1. Afspilning
- Tryk på EJECT-knappen for at åbne kassetterummet.
- Insert a cassette tape with the desired side facing up. Close the compartment.
- Connect headphones or external speakers if desired.
- Tryk på PLAY-knappen.
- Adjust the LEVEL, TONE, and PITCH controls for desired audio output.
- Tryk på STOP-knappen for at stoppe afspilningen.
6.2. Optagelse
- Insert a recordable cassette tape.
- Select the input source using the INPUT SELECTOR switch (MIC/TEL for built-in or external microphone/telephone, LINE for external audio source).
- Set the REC MODE switch to MANUAL, LIMITER, or ALC.
- MANUEL: Allows full manual control of recording levels via the REC LEVEL knob.
- BEGRÆNSER: Automatically prevents signal peaks from exceeding a certain level, useful for dynamic sources.
- ALC (Automatic Level Control): Automatically adjusts recording levels to maintain a consistent volume.
- Monitor the VU meter to ensure levels are not too high (peaking into the red) or too low. Adjust REC LEVEL if in MANUAL mode.
- Press the REC button simultaneously with the PLAY button to begin recording.
- To pause recording, press the PAUSE button. Press again to resume.
- Tryk på STOP-knappen for at stoppe optagelsen.
6.3. Tape Speed Selection
Use the SPEED switch to select between LOW and STANDARD tape speeds. Low speed allows for longer recording times on a single tape, while Standard speed offers higher fidelity.
7. Vedligeholdelse
7.1. Rensning
- Regularly clean the tape heads, pinch roller, and capstan with a cotton swab lightly dampened with isopropyl alcohol. This prevents sound degradation and tape damage.
- Tør enhedens yderside af med en blød, tør klud. Brug ikke slibende rengøringsmidler eller opløsningsmidler.
7.2. Batteripleje
- Fjern batterierne, hvis enheden ikke skal bruges i længere tid, for at forhindre lækage.
- Udskift alle batterier på samme tid med nye af samme type.
7.3. Opbevaring
Store the unit in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, dust, and extreme temperatures.
8. Fejlfinding
| Problem | Mulig årsag | Løsning |
|---|---|---|
| Ingen strøm | Dead batteries; AC adapter not connected or faulty. | Replace batteries; check AC adapter connection and functionality. |
| Ingen lyd under afspilning | Headphones/speakers not connected; volume too low; tape damaged. | Check connections; increase LEVEL; try another tape. |
| Dårlig optagekvalitet | Dirty heads; incorrect REC LEVEL; wrong input source. | Clean tape heads; adjust REC LEVEL; verify INPUT SELECTOR setting. |
| Tape speed inconsistent | Pinch roller or capstan dirty; PITCH control misadjusted. | Clean pinch roller and capstan; set PITCH control to center. |
9. Specifikationer
- Model: PMD201
- Mærke: Marantz
- Dimensioner (pakke): 9.9 x 7.5 x 3 tommer
- Vægt (vare): 2.85 pund
- Kompatible enheder: MP3 Player (for line-in/out connectivity)
- Hardwaregrænseflade: 3.5mm Audio, RCA
- Mikrofonformfaktor: Indbygget
- Format: Cassette (4 mm tape)
- Hovedtelefonstik: RCA (Note: Product image shows 3.5mm, RCA is for line out)
- Mikrofonens driftstilstand: Mono
- Strømkilde: 4x 'AA' batteries or AC adapter (not specified in detail)
10. Garanti og support
For warranty information and technical support, please refer to the documentation included with your purchase or visit the official Marantz webwebsted. Gem din købsbevis i tilfælde af garantikrav.
