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OWNER'S MANUAL The "VP" series of cassette tape players are designed to play back the recordings made on the "VLR" and "CR" series of Omnicron Voice Logging Recorders. They provide an inexpensive means of playing the tapes without tying up the main recorder/player. Since they do not have the ability to make recordings, accidental erasure is not possible. See the chart below to insure that your tape player matches the speed of your recorder and has the time track if your recorder has a time channel. If your player has the Time Track (CT) option, there is a rocker switch located on the front of the unit under the volume control. When playing tapes, you can select either the main "VOICE TRACK" or the "TIME TRACK". If the tape you are playing has verbal time or time and date announcements recorded on the edge of the tape, you will hear the time announcements with the switch in the "TIME TRACK" or down position. Switch back to the "VOICE TRACK" or up position to play conversations recorded on the main channel. This manual covers the following Omnicron "VP" Models -
1. Four 1/4" jacks for group listening of tape playback with headphones. 2. Tape counter and reset button Provides a method for indexing tape selections and locating parts of tape when desired. Button resets counter to"000". Conforms to 2X ANSI standards. 3. Tone control This knob controls the tone quality. Turn it toward you to boost the low frequency or away from you to boost the high frequency sound level. 4. Carrying handle Pulls out for easy safe carrying. Slides back into unit when not in use.
5. Volume control Turns on the unit and starts tape transport in motion for playing. 7. Review key Pressing key while tape is playing permits quick back up of tape for reviewing a previously played portion. When other keys are not depressed, this key locks down and rapidly rewinds tape back to the start. 8. Cue key Pressing this key while the tape is playing permits quick forward movement of the tape to another selection. This key also locks down for fast forward when other keys are not depressed. 9. Stop/Eject key This key stops tape movement and returns all keys to up positions to stop all play or winding functions. When pressed a second time, the cassette is ejected. 10. Pause Key When depressed, this key stops the tape transport instantly if the Play key is down. Push once to stop tape; push again to restart tape. 11. Symbol keyboard Provides added assistance to the visually handicapped. Symbols used are those approved by the Library of Congress. 12. Cassette chamber Holds the cassette during play. Cassette tape slides into channel rails inside cover for positive positioning. Pop-up cover allows easy loading and unloading. 13. Built-in speaker Provides sound for room monitoring of playback audio. The speaker is muted automatically when Headphone Jacks are used. 14. AC Line Cord Storage Located in the bottom of unit; holds 1.7 meter AC cord when unit is being operated on batteries, or during transport. Setting up your player Installing batteries Remove battery compartment cover (located on bottom of unit). Insert six "C" size batteries in compartment; alkaline type batteries are recommended for longer life and maximum power output. Carefully follow polarity (+ and - symbols) diagram inside case. After batteries are installed and seated correctly, replace compartment cover. NOTE: Always remove old or weak batteries immediately to prevent damage due to leakage. Batteries should be removed if player is not used for an extended period of time. Operating on AC current This player may be operated on regular 120 volt 60 Hz AC current. The 1.7 meter AC cord fits snugly within open storage compartment on bottom of unit. Plug cord into a properly grounded wall outlet. This automatically disconnects battery circuit. The three-prong plug should be used without a two-prong adapter whenever possible. If an adapter is used, be certain the green wire or grounding tab on the adapter is attached to the screw on the wall outlet plate for proper grounding. CAUTION: If it is necessary to use a power cord adapter, have a trained electrician install the adapter to the outlet and check wiring to be sure there is no shock hazard. Faulty wiring can cause damage to the unit and possible injury to the operator. Using your playerPlaying a recorded cassette 1. Open Cassette Chamber cover by pressing down Stop/Eject key. Insert cassette into channel rail inside chamber cover with exposed edge of tape facing you and full reel to your left. If you are playing a commercially recorded cassette, selections listed on the label on top side are the ones that will be played. 2. With cassette seated, close cover of cassette chamber and press Play key to listen to the tape. 3. If your player is a "CT" version, select either the main voice channel or the time channel with the "VOICE-TRACK/TIME-TRACK" rocker switch located on the front of the recorder. If the tape you are playing has verbal time or time and date announcements recorded on the edge of the tape, you will hear the time announcements when this switch is in the down position. Switch to the up position to play audio which was recorded on the main channel. 4. Adjust Volume Control and Tone Control for comfortable listening level. Most tape cassettes have two sides. Pre-recorded cassettes are normally recorded on both sides. Your player has a Full Automatic Shut-off feature which turns the unit "off " when all of the tape on one side has been played. To hear selections on the other side, just turn cassette over and reload as explained above. The full reel of the cassette should always be on your left when loading. Using Review and Cue keysAfter playing a tape and with the tape stopped, pressing Review key or Cue key will lock the key down for fast rewind or fast forward, respectively. Pressing Stop key returns Review or Cue key to up position. For a quick review, back up the tape by pressing Review key (leaving Play key down) and hold it for the desired time. When Review key is released, unit returns to play mode. To advance tape to another selection, press Cue key (leaving Play key down) and hold it for desired time. When Cue key is released, unit returns to play mode. When using Review key and Cue key, you soon learn to estimate approximately how long to hold the key depressed to reach a desired tape location. Using Pause keyThe Pause key is used to instantly stop the tape transport without releasing the Play key. Push this key once to stop tape movement; push it again to restart tape. Using tape counter The counter provides a means of numerically indexing selections on tape cassettes and allows fast return to specific parts of the tape. To reset counter to "000" at the start of tape, press reset button. The counter conforms to 2X ANSI standards. Using Listening Center Located on top of the unit, this center consists of four standard 1/4" headphone jacks. From one to four headphone sets may be plugged into this center at one time for private group listening of tape cassette being played. NOTE: When using more than one headphone, be sure that all headphones are of the same type or impedance so that they will all reproduce at the same volume level. The 1/4" jacks are not designed to operate extension loudspeakers. Hints on using your playerCaring for your player Optional Equipment Optional accessories allow even more flexibility and convenience in the use and performance of your cassette player. These recommended accessories are available from your dealer.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 2. Do not operate equipment with a damaged cord or, if the equipment has been dropped or damaged. 3. To protect against electrical shock hazards, do not expose this equipment to rain, moisture, or other liquids. 4. To avoid electric shock hazard, do not disassemble this equipment, take it to a qualified serviceman when some service or repair work is required. Incorrect reassembly can cause electric shock hazard when the equipment is used subsequently. 5. If an extension cord is necessary, care should be taken to arrange the cord so that it will not be tripped over or pulled. 6. Always unplug equipment from electrical outlet when not in use. Never yank cord to pull plug from outlet. Grasp plug and pull to disconnect. WARRANTYThis Omnicron product is warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for one year from date of shipment. Omnicron will, at its option, repair or replace products that prove to be defective during the warranty period provided they are returned to Omnicron Electronics. Repairs necessitated by misuse, accident, improper installation, unauthorized modifications, or use in violation of the operating instructions, are not covered by the factory warranty, nor are cases where the serial number has been removed, defaced, or changed. No other warranties are expressed or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Omnicron Electronics is not liable for consequential damages. Should your player become defective within the warranty period, we will repair it without charge. Should it require service that is not covered by the warranty, Omnicron will repair it for a nominal service charge plus the cost of parts and transportation. If factory service is required, pack securely and forward by United Parcel Service (UPS) or insured parcel post to: OMNICRON ELECTRONICS581 Liberty Highway P.O. Box 623 Putnam, CT 06260-0623 Enclose a note explaining fully what is wrong. Include your name, address, and telephone number. Telephone assistance is available directly from Omnicron Electronics: PHONE: (860) 928-0377 FAX: (860) 928-6477 Electronic mail: omnicron@snet.net WWW Site: http://www.omnicronelectronics.com
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