[. . . ] When the sound to be recorded is not loud enough, set the VOR switch to OFF, or the unit may not start recording. To reuse the tape for recording, cover the tab hole with adhesive tape. [. . . ] 4cm/s): for double recording time (for example, 120 minutes using both sides of a 60-minute cassette). When you use the VOR system in a noisy place, the unit will stay in Recording mode. If the sound is too soft, on the contrary, the unit will not start recording. Set VOR to H (high) or L (low), depending on the conditions to pick up the necessary sound only. If you cannot get the desired results even after adjusting VOR to H or L, set VOR to OFF. We do not recommend the use of tapes longer than 90 minutes except for a long continuous recording or playback. If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. In the direction of the arrow To release pause playback, release PAUSE . Use a microphone of low impedance (less than 3 k) such as the ECM-T6 (not supplied). When using a plug-in-power system microphone, the power to the microphone is supplied from this unit. Search forward Press and hold during M FF/CUE and playback (CUE) release it at the point you want Search backward during playback (REVIEW) Fast forward** Rewind** Start recording during playback Eject a cassette Press and hold m REW/REVIEW and release it at the point you want M FF/CUE during stop m REW/REVIEW during stop z REC The sound drops out or has with excessive noise. Use the unit away from radiowave-emitting devices such as cellular phones. [. . . ] Away from the unit to prevent possible damage from the magnet used in the speaker. â· If the unit 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 tape. [. . . ]