ROBERTS RC9907 Sound for Generations 3 Band Radio Cassette Recorder RC9907 Issue 3.
Controls (Top) 1 2 14 13 3 4 5 12 11 10 6 9 7 8 1. Microphone 6. Function switch 11. Rewind button 2. Headphone socket 7. Waveband switch 12. Fast forward button 3. Volume control 8. Tuning control 13. Stop/eject button 4. Telescopic aerial 9. Record button 14. Pause button 5. Operation switch 10. Play button 1 RC9907 Issue 3.
Controls (Front) 19 20 18 17 16 15 15. Cassette door 18. Alarm off button 16. Set button 19. Mains indicator 17. Mode button 20. Clock display. If you need any further advice, please call our Technical Helpline on :- 2 0208 758 0338 (Mon-Fri) RC9907 Issue 3.
Battery operation IMPORTANT - The LR6 (AA size battery) must be fitted at all times to provide power for the clock. 1. Remove the Battery cover on the rear of the unit by pushing the catches in the direction of the arrow. 2. Insert one LR6 (AA size) battery into the small space in the battery compartment. The clock display will now appear. The LR6 (AA size) battery provides power for the clock and must remain fitted at all times. 3.
IMPORTANT: The mains plug is used as the means of connecting the radio to the mains supply. The mains socket used for the radio must remain accessible during normal use. In order to disconnect the radio from the mains completely, the mains plug should be removed from the mains socket outlet completely. 4. When the mains LED is off, it indicates that the radio is completely disconnected from the mains. Listening to the radio FM operation Waveband Volume 1.
Medium and long wave operation Operation Function 1. Ensure that the Operation switch is in the 'Manual' position. 2. Set the Function switch to the 'Radio' position. 3. Select 'MW' or 'LW' using the Waveband switch. 4. Adjust the Volume control until a hissing sound is heard. Auto Manual Radio Buzz 5. Carefully tune to the desired station using the Tuning control. Waveband Tape O ff Volume 6. Rotate your radio cassette for optimum reception. 7. The MW and LW bands are marked in kilohertz (kHz).
Listening to cassette tapes Operation Function 1. Ensure that the Operation switch is in the 'Manual' position. 2. Set the Function switch to the 'Tape' position. 3. Press the Stop eject button to open the Cassette compartment . 4. Insert a pre-recorded cassette with the tape surface uppermost and the side with the desired recording facing towards you. Auto Manual Radio Buzz Tape O ff 5. Close the Cassette compartment. 6.
Recording from the Radio Operation Function 1. Ensure that the Operation switch is in the 'Manual' position. 2. Set the Function switch to the 'Radio' position. 3. Tune in to the desired station. 4. Adjust the Volume control to suit your requirements. Auto Manual Radio Buzz Tape O ff 6. Insert a blank cassette with the tape surface uppermost. Tuning 7. Depress the Record button to commence recording. Volume 8.
Recording from the Internal Microphone Operation Function 1. Ensure that the Operation switch is in the 'Manual' position. 2. Set the Function switch to the 'Tape' position. 3. Insert a blank cassette with the tape surface uppermost. 4. Press the Record button to commence recording. Auto Manual Radio Buzz Tape O ff Note : to reduce background noise it is important to speak as close as possible to the Internal microphone . Pause Stop/Eject F.
Setting the clock 1. Press the Set button six times, the display will show the hours digit. Alarm off Mode Set Alarm off Mode Set 2. Press the Mode button until the required hour is displayed. 3. Press the Set button, the display will show the minutes digit. 4. Press the Mode button until the required minute is displayed. 5. Press the Set button to return to the normal clock display. 6. Press the Mode button to start the clock at the selected time.
Setting the date 1. Press the Set button four times, the display will show the months digit. 2. Press the Mode button until the required month is displayed. Alarm off Mode Set Alarm off Mode Set Alarm off Mode Set Alarm o ff Mode Set Alarm off Mode Set Alarm off Mode Set 3. Press the Set button, the display will show the day of the month digit. 4. Press the Mode button until the required day of the month is displayed. 5.
Setting the alarm to wake to buzzer Operation 1. Set the alarm as previously described. 2. Set the Operation switch to the 'Buzz' position. Alarm off Mode Set 3. Press the Set button the hours and minutes digits will flash. 4. Repeatedly press the Mode button until the symbol is showing. Auto Manual Buzz 5. Press the Set button three times to return to the normal clock display. The radio will now turn on at the selected alarm time. 6.
Making a timed recording Operation 1. Tune in the station you wish to record at the preset time 2. Set the alarm to wake to radio as previously described. 3. Insert a blank cassette into the Cassette compartment. 4. Ensure that the Operation switch is set to the 'Auto' position Auto Manual Buzz 5. Press the Record button. 6. The radio will turn on at the preset alarm time. The tape will stop when tape end is reached. Pause Stop/Eject F. Forward Record Play Rewind Activating the hourly alarm 1.
Displaying the alarm time 1. Whilst the current time is displayed press the mode button once. The alarm time stored will be displayed; after approximately two seconds the display will automatically switch back to current time. AL Alarm off Mode Set Alarm off Mode Set Alarm off Mode Set Alarm off Mode Set Alarm off Mode Set Alarm off Mode Set Alarm off Mode Set Alarm off Mode Set Alarm off Mode Set Displaying the date 1.
Headphones socket A 3.5mm Headphone Socket located on the top of your radio cassette is provided for use with either headphones or an earpiece. Inserting a plug into the socket automatically mutes the internal loudspeaker. IMPORTANT: Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.
Cleaning the Heads The binder and oxide from magnetic tapes can accumulate on the pinch roller (A) the capstan shaft (B) and also the heads (C and D). This will impair the sound quality. To clean these parts proceed as follows:1. Turn off the power to the unit. 2. Press the Stop/Eject button (3). 3. Press the Play button (6) and the heads will be clearly seen. A 4. Clean the surfaces (A, B, C, D) with a lint free rag or cotton swab soaked in alcohol.
Mains supply The RC9907 will operate from a supply of AC 230 volts, 50Hz E (Earth) only. DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or adaptor. If in doubt consult your dealer.
Specifications Circuit Features Power Requirements Loudspeaker AC 230 volts, 50Hz Batteries: Radio/Cassette 4 x LR14 (C size) Clock Battery Output power 700mW 1 x LR6 (AA size) Aerial System Frequency Coverage FM 75mm diameter only Mains: FM Wire Aerial MW Built-in Ferrite aerial LW Built-in Ferrite aerial 87.
Guarantee This instrument is guaranteed for twelve months from the date of delivery to the original owner against failure due to faulty workmanship or component breakdown, subject to the procedure stated below. Should any component or part fail during this guarantee period it will be repaired or replaced free of charge. The guarantee does not cover: 1. Damage resulting from incorrect use. 2. Consequential damage. 3. Receivers with removed or defaced serial numbers. N.B.
ROBERTS RADIO TECHNICAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT 97-99 Worton Road Isleworth Middlesex TW7 6EG Technical Helpline:- 0208 758 0338 Issue 3 RC9907 Issue 3.pmd (Mon-Fri) Website: http://www.robertsradio.co.
