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Radio

Cassette-Corder

Operating Instructions

CFS-KW77S



1997 by Sony Corporation

Warning

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the player to rain or moisture.

To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

Warning

Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.

The FUNCTION selector is located at the front panel.

When you turn on the player, the OPR/BATT indicator lights up.

2

Introduction

Table of contents

Basic Operations

4 Listening to the radio

6 Playing a tape

8 Recording

10 Dubbing (deck A to B)

12 The KARAOKE

The Tape Player

14

Finding the beginning of a track

(AMS)

14

Playing both decks in succession

Setting Up

15

Hooking up the system

17

Connecting optional components

18

Adjusting the audio emphasis

(DYNAMIC SOUND SYSTEM)

Additional Information

19

Precautions

20

Troubleshooting

21

Maintenance

22

Specifications

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Index

Introduction

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Basic Operations

Listening to the radio

1

Dial scale

2 3

1

FUNCTION

RADIO

FINE TUNING

For hookup instructions, see pages 15 - 16.

Set FUNCTION to RADIO.

2

3

BAND

FM

SW1

SW2

MW

Set BAND to the band you want.

TUNING

Turn TUNING to tune in to a radio station.

To tune in an SW station, use

FINE TUNING for better SW reception.

FINE TUNING

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Basic Operations

Use these buttons for additional operations

MAIN VOLUME

FUNCTION

Tips

• To listen through the headphones, connect the headphones to the

PHONES (headphones) jack.

To

Adjust the volume

Turn off the radio

Do this

Slide MAIN VOLUME

Set FUNCTION to TAPE

(RADIO OFF)

To improve broadcast reception

Reorient the antenna for FM. Reorient the player itself for MW. For SW, pull the antenna vertically.

For FM

For MW

For SW

Basic Operations

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Playing a tape

1 2

1

FUNCTION

3

For hookup instructions, see pages 15 - 16.

Set FUNCTION to TAPE/RADIO

OFF.

TAPE/

RADIO OFF

2

STOP/EJECT

Press p6 STOP/EJECT to open the tape compartment and insert a recorded tape into deck A or B.

Close the compartment.

With the side you want to play facing forward

3

PLAY

Press

( PLAY.

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Basic Operations

Use these buttons for additional operations

DIR MODE

p6 STOP/EJECT

MAIN VOLUME

DIRECTION

)/0

P PAUSE

Note

During playback, do not press buttons on the other deck. Otherwise the playback speed may change.

Tips

• For the best results, use

TYPE I (normal) tape.

• When you play both decks, you will hear only deck B.

To

Adjust the volume

Stop playback

Fast-forward or rewind the tape

Pause playback

Do this

Slide MAIN VOLUME

Press

Press p6 STOP/EJECT

) or 0

Press

P PAUSE

Press the button again to resume play after pause.

Play the opposite side of Press DIRECTION the tape (deck A only) The ” or “ indicator shows the tape direction of deck A.

Eject the cassette Press p6 STOP/EJECT

To select the direction of the tape (deck A only)

To play

Both sides of the tape repeatedly

Switch DIR MODE to

a

Both sides of the tape from the front side to reverse side only*

Å

* If play begins from the reverse side, the tape stops at the end of that side.

Basic Operations

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Recording

2

MIC

1

STOP/EJECT

3 1

For hookup instructions, see pages 15 - 16.

Press p6 STOP/EJECT to open the tape compartment on deck B and insert a blank tape. Use

TYPE I (normal) tape only.

With the side you want to record on facing forward

2

FUNCTION

RADIO

FUNCTION

TAPE/

RADIO OFF

3

REC

Select the program source you want to record.

To record from the radio, set

FUNCTION to RADIO and tune in to the station you want (see page 4).

To record from the built-in microphone, set FUNCTION to

TAPE (RADIO OFF).

Press rREC on deck B.

(

( PLAY is depressed automatically).

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Basic Operations

MIC

Tips

• For the best results, use the AC power as a power source for recording.

• Adjusting the volume or the audio emphasis will not affect the recording level.

• To erase a recording, proceed as follows;

1 Disconnect the audio source if connected to the CD/TV LINE IN jack.

2 Set FUNCTION to

CD/TV LINE IN.

3 Press rREC on deck

B.

Notes

• You cannot listen through the headphones when recording from the built-in microphone.

• When you connect the microphone to the MIX

MIC jack, you cannot record from the built-in microphone.

Use these buttons for additional operations

To

Stop recording

Pause recording

P PAUSE p6 STOP/EJECT

Press

p6 STOP/EJECT

When the tape ends, the recording stops.

P PAUSE

Press the button again to resume recording.

Basic Operations

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Dubbing (deck A to B)

2

3

1

1

STOP/EJECT

4 5

For hookup instructions, see pages 15 - 16.

Press p6 STOP/EJECT to open the tape compartment on both decks. Insert a recorded tape into deck A and a blank tape into deck

B. Use TYPE I (normal) tape only.

With the side you want to record on facing forward

2

FUNCTION

Set FUNCTION to DUBBING.

DUBBING

3

HIGH SPEED

DUBBING

ON

OFF

Press HIGH SPEED DUBBING.

To dub at high speed;

Press HIGH SPEED DUBBING to

Ø ON.

To dub at normal speed;

Press HIGH SPEED DUBBING to

ø OFF.

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Basic Operations

4

Deck A

5

Deck B

REC

PAUSE

Press PPAUSE and then press

PLAY on deck A.

Press rREC on deck B.

( ( PLAY is depressed automatically).

Tips

• For the best results, use the AC power as a power source for recording.

• Adjusting the volume or the audio emphasis will not affect the recording level.

• To dub at high speed, press HIGH SPEED

DUBBING (

Ø ON) before you start dubbing. Do not press

HIGH SPEED

DUBBING during dubbing as this causes excessive wow and flutter.

• When the tape in deck A ends first, deck B will also stop recording.

When the tape in deck B ends first, deck A plays on as set with the DIR

MODE switch.

Use these buttons for additional operations

To

Stop dubbing

Pause dubbing p6 STOP/EJECT

P PAUSE

Press

p6 STOP/EJECT on deck

B, then on deck A

P PAUSE on deck B

Press the button again to resume dubbing

Basic Operations

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The KARAOKE

5 3

1

1 MIX MIC 2

1 4 2

For hookup instructions, see pages 15 - 16.

Plug the microphone (supplied) into the MIX MIC jack and turn on the microphone.

ON

2

STOP/EJECT

3

FUNCTION

TAPE/

RADIO OFF

FUNCTION

CD/TV

LINE IN

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Basic Operations

Prepare a sound source.

To use KARAOKE multichannel tapes, insert the tape.

With the side you want to play facing forward

To use KARAOKE multichannel

CDs, connect a CD player to the

CD/TV LINE IN jack (see page

17).

Set FUNCTION to match the sound source.

When using tapes, set

FUNCTION to TAPE/RADIO

OFF.

When using CDs, set FUNCTION to CD/TV LINE IN.

4

KARAOKE MODE

ON OFF

Press KARAOKE MODE to

ON Ø.

5

6

1 MIC VOL 2

Play the tape, or the CD player connected to CD/TV LINE IN.

Adjust the microphone volume and echo level.

MIN MAX MIN

ECHO VOL

MAX

MIN MAX

Tips

• To record KARAOKE sounds using

KARAOKE tapes as the sound source;

1 Set FUNCTION to

DUBBING.

2 Insert a KARAOKE tape in deck A and a recording tape in deck

B.

3 Press KARAOKE

MODE to ON

Ø.

4 Follow steps 4 and 5 in page 11.

• To record KARAOKE sounds using

KARAOKE CDs as the sound source;

1 Set FUNCTION to

CD/TV LINE IN.

2 Insert a recording tape in deck B.

3 Press KARAOKE

MODE to ON

Ø.

4 Press rREC on deck B and then play the CD.

When using the KARAOKE MODE

Set to ON Ø so that the accompaniment recorded on the left channel only is output to both speakers.

Set to OFF ø to turn off the KARAOKE so that the accompaniment recorded on the left channel is output to the left speaker and the vocal on the right channel is output to the right speaker.

When the KARAOKE is not used

Make sure that the KARAOKE MODE is set to OFF

ø and disconnect the microphones from the MIX MIC jack.

When recording a stereo sound

Set the KARAOKE to OFF

ø to avoid monaural recording. The output from the right channel will not be recorded when the KARAOKE is set to ON Ø.

Basic Operations

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The Tape Player

Finding the beginning of a track (AMS*)

The player senses where a track begins by detecting the pauses between the tracks (deck B only).

Playing both decks in succession

You can play both decks (from deck B to deck A only) in succession.

0 )

PLAY

P

( PLAY

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*Automatic Music Sensor

1

While playing a tape, press

) or

0.

Playing side

Front side ( ()

The beginning of the next track

)

Reverse side (

9)

0

The beginning of the current track

0

)

The tape is wound or rewound to the beginning of the next or current track, and play will start automatically.

Notes

• If a soft sound like pianissimo continues for some seconds in a track, the player may start to play as the next track.

• If you press ) or 0 when there is no sound in the track, this function does not operate correctly.

• To find the beginning of a track correctly, a pause of approx. 4 seconds or longer is necessary.

1

Insert the cassette you want to play first into deck B and the other cassette into deck A.

2

Press ( PLAY on deck B and then press PLAY and P on deck A at the same time.

When the tape ends on deck B, the playback starts automatically on deck

A.

Setting Up

Hooking up the system

Make sure to turn off the power before making any connections.

1

Speaker terminals

Right speaker

Speaker cords

Tip

• To detach the speakers, unlock the speaker b and slide the speaker box all the way up and away from the player.

• Connect only the supplied speakers for this unit to the speaker terminals of this unit. If you connect any other speakers or equipment to the speaker terminal, malfunction may occur.

Left speaker

2

To a wall outlet

1

Hooking up the Speakers

1

Align the grooves and slide the speaker box down until it snaps into place a.

b a

2

Connect the black wires to (–) minus and the red wires to (+) plus terminals: the right speaker wires to the R (right), and the left speaker wires to the L (left) terminals.

R L

SPEAKER

IMPEDANCE 4

Setting Up

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Tip

For customers supplied with an AC plug adaptor, use it if the plug of the

AC power cord (mains lead) does not match your wall outlet (mains).

Note

• Replace the batteries when the OPR/BATT indicator dims or when the player stops operating. Replace all batteries with new ones.

2

Connecting the AC power cord

Connect the supplied AC power cord to the AC IN jack.

Adjusting the voltage

Be sure to set the VOLTAGE SELECTOR

(at the rear) to your local power supply.

110 ı

120V

220 ı

240V

VOLTAGE

SELECTOR

3

Using the player on batteries

Insert eight R20 (size D) batteries (not supplied) into the battery compartment.

To use the player on batteries, disconnect the AC power cord from the player.

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Setting Up

Connecting optional components

CD/TV LINE IN

MIX MIC 1,2

Before making connections, be sure to turn off the power of the component and set FUNCTION to

TAPE/RADIO OFF on the player.

Tip

You can record the sound of the connected component. Insert a cassette, and press r REC on deck B.

Note

Connect the cables firmly to avoid any malfunction.

Tips

• To mix radio or tape sounds and your voice, play the sound you want, and speak or sing into the microphone.

• To use the player as a public address system, set FUNCTION to

CD/TV LINE IN, and speak into the microphone.

Note

If acoustic feedback

(howling) occurs, turn down the volume or move the microphone away from the speakers.

Listening to Audio Components

You can enjoy the sound from a TV or a CD player through the speakers of this player.

TV, CD player, VCR, etc.

CD/TV LINE IN

L

R

After connecting the component, set FUNCTION to

CD/TV LINE IN and play the connected component.

Using the Microphone

Plug the microphone (supplied) into the MIX MIC jack and turn on the microphone.

ON

1 MIX MIC 2

Setting Up

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Adjusting the audio emphasis

(DYNAMIC SOUND SYSTEM)

5 BAND

GRAPHIC EQUALIZER

You can adjust the sound by selecting one of the three

PRESET MODEs, or by using the 5 BAND GRAPHIC

EQUALIZER.

BALANCE PRESET MODE

Note

When using the 5 BAND

GRAPHIC EQUALIZER, be sure to set PRESET MODE to

MANUAL. The graphic equalizer will not work in any other position.

Using the PRESET MODE

Use To

MANUAL

DISCO

PARTY

LIVE

Adjust the sound using the

5 BAND GRAPHIC EQUALIZER.

Get powerful, clear sounds emphasizing low and high range audio.

Get light, bright sounds emphasizing high and middle range audio.

Get wide-ranging sounds having presence.

Using the 5 BAND GRAPHIC EQUALIZER

Use

BALANCE

MEGA BASS

400 Hz

1 kHz

4 kHz

10 kHz

To adjust

Stereo imaging.

Deep bass sound.

Speaking voice, middle frequencies of instrumental music.

Presence of vocals

Brightness of the sound.

High treble sounds or to reduce high frequency noise/tape hiss.

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Setting Up

Additional Information

Precautions

On safety

Should any solid object or liquid fall into the player, unplug the player and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

On power sources

• For AC operation, check that the player’s operating voltage is identical with your local power supply (see

“Specifications”) and use the supplied

AC power cord; do not use any other type. The voltage selector is located at the rear of the player.

• The player is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the mains, even if the player itself has been turned off.

• For battery operation, use eight R20

(size D) batteries.

• When the batteries are not to be used, remove them to avoid damage that can be caused by battery leakage or corrosion.

• The nameplate indicating operating voltage, power consumption, etc. is located at the rear.

On placement

• Do not leave the player in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical shock.

• Do not place anything within 10 mm of the side of the cabinet. The ventilation holes must be unobstructed for the player to operate properly and to prolong the life of its components.

• Since a strong magnet is used for the speakers, keep personal credit cards using magnetic coding or springwound watches away from the player to prevent possible damage from the magnet.

On operation

If the player has not been used for a long time, set it in the playback mode to warm it up for a few minutes before inserting a cassette.

If you have any questions or problems concerning your player, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Notes on cassettes

• Break off the cassette tab from side A or B to prevent accidental recording.

Side A

Tab for side A

Tab for side B

• To record on a tape with its tab broken off, cover the respective tab hole for side A or B with adhesive tape.

• The use of a cassette with more than

90 minutes of play time is not recommended except for long, continuous recording or playback.

Additional Information

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Troubleshooting

Symptom

There is no audio.

Cassette cannot be inserted.

The rREC button does not function.

Remedy

• Connect the AC power cord securely.

• Insert the batteries properly.

• Replace all batteries if they are weak.

• Unplug the headphones.

• Adjust the volume.

• Set FUNCTION to the position you want to operate.

• Insert the cassette properly.

• No cassette is in deck B.

• Make sure the safety tab on the cassette is in place.

Poor playback, recording or erasing quality.

• Dirty heads. Clean the unit with a cotton swab slightly moistened with cleaning fluid or alcohol (see page 21).

• Demagnetize the heads and all metallic parts in the tape path with a commercially available tape head demagnetizer.

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Additional Information

Maintenance

Cleaning the tape heads and tape path

Wipe the heads, the pinch roller and the capstan with a cleaning swab slightly moistened with cleaning fluid or alcohol after every 10 hours of operation for optimum playback and recording quality. To make the best possible recording, however, we recommend that you clean all surfaces over which tape travels before each recording.

After cleaning, insert a tape when the areas cleaned are completely dry.

Demagnetizing the tape heads

After 20 to 30 hours of use, enough residual magnetism will have built up on the tape heads to begin to cause loss of high frequency sound and hiss. At this time, you should demagnetize the heads and all metal parts in the tape path with a commercially available tape head demagnetizer.

Cleaning the cabinet

Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent, such as alcohol or benzine.

Deck A

Capstan

Capstan

Playback head

Pinch roller

Pinch roller

Deck B

Erase head

Capstan

Record/ playback head

Pinch roller

Cotton swab

Additional Information

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Specifications

Radio section

Frequency range

FM: 87.6–108MHz

MW: 530–1,605kHz

SW1: 2.3–7MHz

SW2: 7–22MHz

IF FM: 10.7MHz MW/SW: 455kHz

Aerials

FM/SW: Telescopic

MW: Built-in ferrite bar

Cassette-corder section

Recording system

4-track, 2-channel stereo

Frequency response

80–12,500Hz

General

Speakers

Full range: 10cm (4 inches) dia., cone type

Tweeter: 5cm (2 inches) dia.

Input

MIX MIC jacks (minijack), sensitivity 3.9

mV for low impedance microphone

CD/TV LINE IN jacks (phone jacks), sensitivity 0.43 V, input impedance 50 kilohms

Output

Headphones jack (stereo minijack), for 16–

68 ohms impedance headphones

Maximum Power output

12W + 12W

Battery life

FM Recording: Sony R20P: Approx. 4 hours/Sony LR20 alkaline: Approx. 12 hours

Playback: Sony R20P: Approx. 3 hours/

Sony LR20 alkaline: Approx. 6 hours

Power requirements

110–120V/220–240 V AC selectable, 50/

60Hz

12V DC, eight R20 (size D) batteries

Power consumption

AC 30W

Dimensions

Approx. 760 x 225 x 220mm (w/h/d) (30 x

8 7 /

8

x 8 3 /

4

inches) incl. projecting parts and controls, not incl. handle

Mass

Approx. 8.5kg (18 lb 12 oz) incl. batteries

Supplied accessory

AC power cord (1)

Microphone (1)

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Additional Information

Index

A

AMS 14

Audio emphasis 18

H, I, J

HIGH SPEED DUBBING

10

Hooking up

AC power source 16 speakers 15

B

Batteries for player 16

K, L

KARAOKE 12

C

Cleaning cabinet 21 tape heads and path 21

M, N

Microphone 12, 17 built-in 8

D, E

Demagnetizing tape heads

21

Dubbing 10 at high speed 10

O

Optional components connecting 17

F, G

FINE TUNING 4

FIVE BAND GRAPHIC

EQUALIZER 18

P, Q

PRESET MODE 18

Public address system using the player as 17

R, S

Radio listening to 4 improving reception 5

Recording 8

T, U

Tape direction of the 7 dubbing a 10 playing a 6 playing both decks in succession 14 recording on a 8

Troubleshooting 20

V, W, X, Y, Z

Voltage selector 16

Additional Information

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