FM/AM/Cassette Component  (140-0863)     Operation     Faxback Doc. # 14490
Stereo Music Center

Before this equipment is turned on, both speakers should be connected and
the SPEAKER switch in SPEAKER position.  All cassette keys in the "up"
position and the AC line cord plug inserted into a 120 VAC 60 Hz outlet.

RECEIVER CONTROLS

Depress the POWER switch.  The FM/AM dial area will be illuminated.

Set the FUNCTION SELECTOR to one of the radio positions.  The SELECTOR tape
play/mic rec switch must be in the SELECTOR position to operate the radio
receiver.

To tune in AM stations, set the FUNCTION SELECTOR to AM and rotate the
TUNING KNOB until the dial scale indicator is at the chosen station.
Adjust the volume by moving the concentric VOLUME controls clockwise to
increase sound output, counterclockwise to decrease sound output.  These
controls are mechanically connected to move together, unless one knob or
the other is purposely held to adjust left and right channels
independently.

The FM MONO position can be used to receive all FM broadcasts.  Set the
FUNCTION SELECTOR in the FM MONO position and use the TUNING KNOB to move
the dial scale indicator to the chosen station.  This position is normally
used for reception of weak, noisy stereo FM stations and any other time
that FM monaural reproduction is required.

The FM AUTO position is used for all normal FM reception.  Set the FUNCTION
SELECTOR in the FM AUTO position and use the TUNING KNOB to choose the
station.  Stereo reception is automatic and the STEREO indicator light will
glow on a stereo station.

To set the proper balance between left and right channels in either
monaural or stereo mode, set the FUNCTION SELECTOR in AM or FM MONO.  The
left channel sound output can be adjusted independently by holding the
bottom knob and rotating the top knob to obtain equal output from both
speakers.  Similarly, by holding the top knob and rotating the bottom knob
the right channel sound output can be adjusted independently.  This
adjustment should be made with the Cassanova speakers installed in their
normal places and at the normal listening level for the room.  Higher or
lower listening levels may require readjustment of the controls.  To turn
unit off, depress POWER switch.

ANTENNAS

FM

Indoor dipole antenna, Realistic Cat. No. 42-2385 or high gain outdoor 300
ohm antenna may be connected to the external FM ANTENNA terminals to obtain
better reception of weak signals.  Disconnect the FM capacitive lug and
connect antenna transmission line.

AM

To improve signal strength of weak AM stations, connect a signal insulated
18 gauge wire, approximately 20 foot in length, to the AM ANTENNA terminal.
In some locations where there are many electrical disturbances such as
power lines, neon signs etc., the external antenna may pick up these
disturbances.  Therefore, try positioning this external wire as far away as
possible from these noise sources.

TAPE RECORDER-PLAYER OPERATION

TAPE PLAY

With all cassette keys in the "up" position, depress the STOP-EJECT key
and the CASSETTE HOLDER will tilt upward.  Insert a recorded cassette with
the full reel on the left and the tape facing you into the CASSETTE
HOLDER.  Close the CASSETTE HOLDER downward.  Place SELECTOR in the TAPE
PLAY/MIC REC position.  With the POWER switch in the "on" (down) position,
depress the PLAY key.  The tape transport will start into motion.  VOLUME
and TONE controls should be adjusted for desired listening level and tonal
balance.  If you desire to pause during playback, depress PAUSE key.  To
resume playback, depress PAUSE key again to release same to "run"
position. To stop playback, depress STOP-EJECT key.  To remove cassette,
depress STOP-EJECT key once more and the CASSETTE HOLDER will tilt upward.

One of the features of the Cassanova is the automatic stop.  If you allow
the tape to run to its full length, the transport mechanism will stop at
the end of the tape; the CASSETTE HOLDER will tilt upward and the PLAY key
will automatically clear to the "up" position releasing pressure between
capstan and pressure roller.  To play the other 2 stereo tracks of the
cassette, remove the cassette and turn it over so that the fully wound
right reel now becomes the left and follow same procedure as previously
outlined.

REWIND AND FAST FORWARD

If you desire to rewind the tape to its full length, depress the REWIND key
fully to its locking position.  When the end of the tape is reached, the
transport mechanism will stop automatically clearing the REWIND key and
tilting the CASSETTE HOLDER upward.

When turning unit off, make sure that all keys are in the "up" position
before depressing POWER button.

RADIO RECORDING

With radio in operation and a blank cassette inserted and CASSETTE HOLDER
in the down position, depress RECORD key.  If you are listening to a stereo
broadcast, place FUNCTION SELECTOR in FM MONO position.  Advance RECORD
LEVEL controls so that both pointers of the RECORD LEVEL METERS deflect
equally and enter into the red zone only on the loudest passages.  Failure
to observe this precaution will result in distorted recordings.  FUNCTION
SELECTOR may now be returned to FM AUTO position if you are going to record
an FM stereo program.  Depress COUNTER RESET button and the DIGITAL COUNTER
will indicate 000.  Holding the RECORD key depressed, depress the PLAY key. 
The tape will start into motion and recording will take place.  The
position of the VOLUME and TONE controls have no effect on the recording
and can be adjusted to your preference to monitor the recording.  If you
desire to pause during the recording, depress the PAUSE key.  To resume
recording, depress PAUSE key once more.  To stop recording, depress STOP-
EJECT key.  To play back the recording, the tape must be rewound to the
starting position as indicated by the DIGITAL COUNTER.  Therefore depress
the REWIND key and when the DIGITAL COUNTER indicates 000 depress the STOP-
EJECT key.  If the recording was started at the very beginning of the tape,
the transport mechanism will stop automatically when 000 is reached.  To
play back the recording, place SELECTOR in the TAPE PLAY/MIC REC position
and follow same procedure as outlined in paragraph "TAPE PLAY".

NOTE:  The PAUSE key may also be used to preset the recorder for instant
       start.  To stop advantage of this feature, depress PAUSE key first,
       then depress RECORD and PLAY key simultaneously.  The tape will not
       be in motion and recording will not take place.  RECORD LEVEL
       controls can now be adjusted and when you desire to start the
       recording, merely depress the PAUSE key again.  This allows you to
       listen to the broadcast and with the least effort start recording at
       the opportune moment.

ACCIDENTAL ERASURE PREVENTION

Each cassette has two tabs on the rear side.  To prevent the recording
from being erased, using a screwdriver or similar object, break off the
corresponding tab.  If you desire at some future date to rerecord or erase
a tape where the tab has been broken off, merely cover the opening with a
piece of plastic tape.  When the tab has been removed you will not be able
to depress the RECORD key.  DO NOT ATTEMPT TO FORCE THE RECORD KEY
DOWNWARD UNDER SUCH CONDITIONS.

RERECORDING AND ERASING TAPES

To rerecord a tape, it is not necessary to erase the tape prior to
recording same.  The configuration of the erase and record heads is such
that when the unit is in record mode and the tape is in motion, the erase
head is energized and erases the tape before it reaches the record head.
If you desire to erase the tape without recording, follow same procedure
as for recording but reduce the RECORD LEVEL controls to maximum
counterclockwise position.

MICROPHONE RECORDING

Turn VOLUME controls to maximum counterclockwise, zero volume, position.
Insert microphone plugs into corresponding MIC JACKS.  Place SELECTOR
switch in TAPE PLAY/MIC REC position.  With a blank cassette inserted and
CASSETTE HOLDER in the down position, follow same procedure for setting
RECORD LEVEL controls and recording as outlined in paragraph "RADIO
RECORDING".  In this mode of operation the FUNCTION SELECTOR is inoperative
and in monitoring the recording, the VOLUME controls should not be advanced
too far clockwise as this will result in acoustic feedback "audio howl" and
echo effect.  If you do not desire to monitor the recording in order
eliminate these effects, place SPEAKER switch in the OUT position.
Otherwise use a stereo headset the plug of which should be inserted in the
PHONES jack and the SPEAKER switch placed in the OUT position.

ADDING A RECORD PLAYER TO YOUR CASSANOVA MUSIC CENTER

Practical considerations call for a record changer-sometimes known as an
"automatic turntable" to be used instead of a manual player.  Use the best
you can afford - Realistic, Miracord, or Dual, are the preferred brands.
Always use a MAGNETIC type cartridge with a diamond stylus.  Preferred
brands are Realistic (by Shure), Shure, Pickering.

Every record player includes two audio shielded leads for stereo - these
take the current set up within the cartridge by the mechanical effect of
the record grooves coupling to the needle, and send this minute electrical
current to the preamplifier stage of the equipment's amplifier section.
They connect from the record player to PHONO input jacks.

Every player also has an AC (motor) lead which must be plugged into a 120
VAC 60 Hz outlet.  This AC lead has a 3rd wire running from it - usually
green - with a bare, tinned end.  Its purpose is to be attached to the
ground screw.  Its use is not mandatory and it is not dangerous to touch.

PHONO RECORDING

For phono recording follow same procedure as "RADIO RECORDING" but with
the FUNCTION SELECTOR in the MAG PHONO position.

NOTES:  Do not attempt to depress or force the record key downward unless a
        cassette, the safety record tabs of which have not been removed, is
        inserted in the cassette compartment.

        Do not touch the highly polished surface of the record/playback or
        erase heads with any magnetic or metallic object.

To maintain maximum fidelity and extend tape head life use Cassette Head
Cleaner (Cat. No. 44-160) available at all Radio Shack stores.  DO NOT use
solvent or denatured alcohol.  The capstan and pressure roller should be
cleaned occasionally using a soft dry cloth.


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