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PEAK INDICATOR
SKIP BUTTON
DOLBY INDICATOR
TAPE RUNNING PILOT
TAPE COUNTER
CASSETTE BED
CASSETTE WINDOW
FUNCTION BUTTONS
PAUSE BUTTON
BUILT.IN DOLBY NOISE REDUCTION SYSTEM
The Dolby noise reduction system is simply the best thing to
happen to cassette tape since its invention several years ago.
Built-in to the CT-4141 , the Dolby unit helps to eliminate tape
hiss by 10dB or more in the mid/high frequency range without
sacrificing the tonal quality of the original program source.
When used with the new high-performance chromium dioxide
tapes, the Dolby system assures the ultimate cassette tape
sound, comparable under most conditions to fine open-reel
tape decks. The Dolby system works technological wonders
to suppress irritating noise. During the recording process,
the Dolby system picks up the very weak musical signals,
the ones that are very close to the tape hiss noise level, and
boosts the strengths of these signals above a preset limit
away from the noise level. When played back, these signals
LEVEL METER
DOLBY SWITCH
TAPE SELECTOR (CHROME.NORMAL)
LEVEL LIMITER
MEMORY REWIND SWITCH
LEVEL METER
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HEADPHONES JACK
POWER SWITCH
PLAYBACK CONTROLS
RECORDING CONTROLS
are automatically downleveled and the noise level is simul-
taneously downleveled by the same preset degree. The result
is that, during playback of the tape, the Dolby circuitry has
lowered the originally boosted signals proportionately, thus
suppressing noise and hiss without sacrificing the frequency
characteristics and tonal quality of the original program
signals.
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CHROME TAPE SELECTOR
chromium dioxide tape is the newest kind of cassette record- ing tape and highly-recommended for outstanding frequency response and a wide dynamic range. Although many cassette decks are not equipped to make recording on this tape and achieve maximum results, the cr-4141 delivers its full benef its by the flick of a switch mounted on the control panel. This chrome tape selector is used exclusively for chrome tapes, and allows you to get the most out of your tape investment.
AUTOMATIC STOP MECHANISM
This mechanism is used to protect tapes and the internal
mechanisms of the CT-4141 . When your tape reaches its end,
the push-button operating keys are automatically released
and tape travel stops. This mechanism is designed to func-
tion in any of the four most common operating modes: play,
fast wind, fast forward and record.
FERBITE SOLID HEAD FOR LONG.LIFE
The high performance chromium tapes possess aSO% higher
density of magnetic particles than conventional cassette tapes, and can therefore impair the conventional tape head
over an extended period of time. Durability of the head is thus
a key concern for all contemporary decks and the CT-4141
has one of the most durable of all. The ferrite solid head
employed in the CT-4141 will give lifelong service and dura-
bility when used with any kind of tape. Additionally, you can
expect a variety of other important benefits from this head,
including little loss of high frequency bias, magnetic power
and improved f requency characteristics especially in the high
frequency ranges. The surface of this head is mirror-finished,
to protect your tapes and to afford an extremely smooth head touch to the tape. This fine surfacing also contributes to dust-
free usage of all tapes, and helps to suppress background
noise that often occurs from magnetization.
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TAPE RUNNING PILOT
Useful for determining if the unit is functioning in all modes, the large, easy-to-read tape running pilot rotates in a unique,
colorful pattern to indicate the direction of the tape. When the mode is set to "PLAY" the light rotates slowly. When set at "FAST WIND" or "FAST FORWARD" the light increases
its speed. And while you're recording, the light changes to red to signal that the recording function is satisfactory.
ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED DC MOTOR
This new type of DC motor is distinguished by little or no
vibration, no induced-hum noise and it offers an extremely
high signal-to-noise ratio for both playback and record. The
transistor circuit controls stable DC current to the motor,
ensuring stable rotation of the motor against any line voltage
fluctuation and variation of load impedance. lt's one of the
many features of the CT-4141 that adds up to impeccable
sound and impeccable performance.
SKIP BUTTON
This button allows you, during playback, to quickly transport
the tape while you monitor the playback sound, and thus
assists you in easily locating the musical selection you desire.
It's a unique feature, exclusive with the CT-4141.
PEAK INDICATOR
This indicator warns you of overleveling the input signals
as you record, and is actually more sensitive than the level
meter's needle. Employing a special semiconductor device (light emitting diode), the peak indicator is also highly sensi-
tive in describing the transient peak-level.
LEVEL LIMITER
When you record, distortion is caused by input signals that
are too strong (indicated by the meter's needle centering in
the red zone), and subsequent playback of your tape will
almost always be unsatisfactory in terms of reproduced
sound. The over-level limiter prevents distortion when it is
set to the "ON" position, since it monitors overstrength
transient input signals.
MEMORY REWIND SWITCH
This useful device makes it easy to find selections on a
recorded tape. lf you set the three-digital tape counter at "000", then play or record your tapes, the cassette will auto-
matically stop at "999" when you rewind again.
INDEPENDENT PLAYBACK LEVEL CONTROLS
The CT-4141 is equipped with sliding playback controls as
well as independent recording level controls. These control
features make it easy to transmit the output level of the amplifier in accordance with the output levels of either the
tuner or turntable.
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This is an easy-to-operate tape deck, and attractively de-
signed besides. Designed to occupy an important place in your series of stereo components, the CT-4141 will fit hand-
somely into any existing series of components-and match
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