Realistic sct 42 owners manual

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our Realistic SCT-42 combines studio-quality recording capabilities with the most deluxe
cassette conveniences. Many of its features have previously been available only in the most
expensive open reel decks. Read this manual carefully, so you'll be able to take full advantage
of all the special controls and functions.

Features include:

Automatic tape reversing for continuous recording and playback

LED tape sensor detects the end of magnetic tape and the start of the leader tape to
immediately reverse tape running. The quick reversing mechanism makes it possible to
continuously record or play back with a minimum of noise interruption during reversing.
Ultra-smooth logic-controlled cassette operation

One microprocessor IC, one motor and two solenoids provide finger tip operation of the
cassette mechanism. Now you can change tape motion from fast»forward or rewind to play
or vice versa without worrying about tape jam or wrap ups.

1.4 mm close-gap metal record and play heads compatible with metal tape

New technology high density ferrite close-gap record and play heads generate the magnetic
field required for metal tape. The double-gap high-density erase head provrdes the high
magnetic field necessary to completely erase metal tape. This brings all the superb
characteristics of metal tape to your system frequency response, greater dynamic range at
high frequencies, reduction of distortion at high input levels, plus sharp improvement of the
S/N ratio at high frequencies.

Two Dolby NR systems: thype and new C-type .

The SCTa42 features the latest circuitry and the Dolby C-type NR system. The Dolby two,
stage, Catype NR system lowers background noise to 1/100 of its original level (20 dB),
making it ideal for recording wide dynamic range program material or live music. With the
Dolby C-type NR, the SCT»42 rivals the performance of many studicHype open reel
recorders.

Scan function

Vou can select to play back only the programs you desire. The SGT-42 scans programs
until it reaches the program of your choice.

Selection searching

Your SCT742 advances or rewmds the tape to the beginning of the program you desire and
plays it back. Normally searching functions only to the end or beginning of the current
program ~ but the SCT~42 counts the number of programs and detects the beginning of
your favorite program.

Repeat function

You can repeat playback of the desired portion of a program up to 15 times.

Automatic Record Mute

Press the MUTE button and the microprocessor automatically shuts off the recording signal
for 4 seconds, and then enters the recording pause mode.

Tape standby mechanism

The leader tape at the beginning of a tape can be taken up automatically by pressing the
fast»forward and rewind buttons simultaneously; this is convenient in recording.

Timer Recording and Playback

With an external timer connected, you can record your favorite radio program while you're
out, or start playback at a pre-set time for stereo "wake-up alarm (or other timed record
or playback applications).

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER. NO USER-
SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVIC-
ING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

Explanation of Graphical Symbols

The lightning flash With arrowhead symbol, Within an

equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the

I presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" Within
the products enclosure that may be of sufficient

magnitude to constitute a risk ol electric shock to per-

sons.

The exclamation pornt within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance lservicingl instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.

WARNING:

TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT EXPOSE THIS TAPE DECK TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.

Noise reduction system manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
Dolby" and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

For your own protection, we urge you to record the serial number
of this unit in the space provided. You'll find the serial number on
the back panel of the unit.

[ Serial Number j

Copyright Tandy Corporation, 1983