Sony BM-575A Operating Instructions
Sony BM-575A - Portable Microcassette Dictating Machine Manual
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- Sony BM-575A | Operating Instructions - Page 1
3-800-079-22(1) MicrocassetteTM Dictator Operating Instructions BM-575 BM-577 Sony Corporation 1995 Printed in Japan Owner's Record The model number is located at the bottom and the serial number is located inside the tape holder. Record the model and serial numbers in the space provided below. - Sony BM-575A | Operating Instructions - Page 2
Use only standard Microcassettes with this unit. Non-standard microcassettes cannot be used because their "L" dimension (see illustration) is different. Standard Only standard Microcassettes have a small indentation on side A. Non-standard L About 5 mm L About 2.5 mm BM-575/577.E.3-800-079 - Sony BM-575A | Operating Instructions - Page 3
"plug-in power" system, the power of the microphone is supplied from this unit. For telephone recording, connect the TL-4 telephone recording adaptor (not supplied) to the MIC jack. For details, refer to the TL-4 instruction manual. MIC m Continue to the reverse side. BM-575/577.E.3-800-079-2X.U/CA - Sony BM-575A | Operating Instructions - Page 4
words. •Correct your mistakes. (Review and redictate.) •At the end of each document, record and electronic index signal (BM-577 only). When carrying the unit in a bag or briefcase Set the LOCK switch to the direction of the arrow to prevent accidental starting of the unit. BM-575/577.E.3-800-079-2X - Sony BM-575A | Operating Instructions - Page 5
For the Sony Service Center nearest you call 1-800-222-SONY (United States only) Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking nickel-cadmium batteries. If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. Troubleshooting Should any problem persist after - Sony BM-575A | Operating Instructions - Page 6
Specifications Tape y (normal position type) Recording system BM-577: 4-track 2-channel monaural BM-575: 2-track 1-channel monaural Speaker Approx. 2.8 cm (11⁄8 in.) dia. Tape speed 2.4 cm/s (15⁄16 ips), 1.2 cm/s (15⁄32 ips) Frequency response BM-577: 250 to 4,000 Hz (at 2.4 cm/s) BM-575: 300 to 3,
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BM-575/577.E.3-800-079-2X.U/CA
Welcome!
Thank you for purchasing the Sony Microcassette
TM
Dictator.
Some features are:
•Simple operation with a slide-type function lever.
•You can put electronic indexing marks on recording (BM-577
only).
•Three BATT lamps (including the DICT/BATT lamp) indicate the
battery condition step by step (BM-577 only).
•VOR (Voice Operated Recording) system that starts and stops
recording automatically in response to the sound, to save tapes
and batteries.
•Three-digit tape counter for indexing the tape contents.
•FAST PB (fast playback) function that lets you listen to the tape
with high speed.
•LOCK switch prevents the unit from accidental operation.
•Tape-end alarm sounds at the end of the tape.
About This Manual
The instructions in this manual are for 2 models. The BM-577 is the
model used for illustration purposes. Any differences in operation
are clearly indicated in the text, for example, "BM-577 only."
Operation Flow Chart
Insert the batteries.
Insert a cassette.
Select the tape speed and microphone sensitivity.
Set the TAPE COUNTER to 000.
Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the
opposite direction of the arrow.
Set the VOR switch to ON, if necessary.
Start dictation with the built-in microphone.
Record the electronic index signal to provide
easy access of transcription. (BM-577 only)
Use the FAST PB (fast playback) function to
check the dictated material.
Stop dictating.
Eject the cassette.
Hand the cassette to your secretary or transcriber without
rewinding the tape.
3-800-079-
22
(1)
Operating Instructions
Sony Corporation
1995 Printed in Japan
BM-575
BM-577
Microcassette
TM
Dictator
Owner’s Record
The model number is located at the bottom and the serial number is located
inside the tape holder. Record the model and serial numbers in the space
provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony
dealer regarding this product.
Model No. ________________________
Serial
No.______________________
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to
rain or moisture.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly
approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
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