[. . . ] 4 cm/s tape speed for recording, if you play back the recorded tape with another unit. When recording on both sides, recording will not be made for a few seconds while the tape is switching sides. When you open the cassette holder, the direction of the tape is reset to the forward side. [. . . ] We recommend recording cue markers when there is a break in the sound. The beep may sound differently depending on the marked position on the tape because the winding speed varies from the beginning to the end of the tape. When recording with the MIC MODE selector set to Lecture, there might be some sound distortion where the cue marker is inserted. The number in the tape counter will increase when playing back the forward side, and decrease when playing back the reverse side. Meeting to a wall outlet a un tomacorriente de la red à une prise secteur to DC IN 3V a la toma DC IN 3V à la prise DC IN 3V 3 2 Make sure the tab on the side you want to record on is not removed. To record on both sides Place the tape with the side to start recording facing the cassette compartment lid. To record on a single side Place the tape with the side to be recorded facing the unit. 4 cm for optimum sound (recommended for normal use): A 30-minute recording can be made using both sides of the MC-30 microcassette. 2 cm for longer recording time: A 60-minute recording can be made using both sides of the MC-30 microcassette. To record on both sides Slide DIR so that the FWD indicator turns green. recording will start form the side facing the cassette holder window (forward side) and switches automatically to the reverse side at the end of the side (Auto Reverse). To record on a single side Slide DIR so that the REV indicator turns green. Lecture: to record the sounds from where the unit is aiming (Super-directional). Meeting: to record at meetings or in a quiet or spacious place (omni-directional). 1 2 3 4 Insert a cassette with the side to start playing facing the lid. At the end of the reverse side, playback stops and the unit turns off automatically. [. . . ] If the unit has not been used for long, set it in the playback mode and warm it up for a few minutes before inserting a cassette. If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. Should any problem persist after you have made these checks, consult your nearest Sony dealer. [. . . ]