3-757-398-32(1) Microcassette Dictator/Transcriber Operating Instructions BM-850D BM-850T 1996 by Sony Corporation
On power sources WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. CAUTION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
About This Manual Features The instructions in this manual are for the BM-850D and BM-850T. Before you start, please check your model number. The main unit is the BM-850 for both the BM-850D and the BM-850T. You can use the BM-850D as a dictator since the BM-850D is supplied with accessories for dictating, while you can use the BM850T as a transcriber since the BM-850T is supplied with accessories for transcribing.
Operation Flow Chart For details, refer to the pages in ( ). : Necessary step : Optional step Dictation (BM-850D) Connect the AC power adaptor to the unit and to an AC outlet (6). . Connect the hand control unit (6). . Set POWER to ON. . Insert a cassette (7). . Set TAPE SPEED. . Press RESET to set the digital counters to zero. . Set the function selector of the hand control unit to DICT. Speak into the microphone. Record the SEC signal before giving instructions to the secretary (10).
Transcription (BM-850T) . Disconnect the hand control unit. . Connect the foot control unit (6). . Set POWER to ON. . Insert the cassette (7). . Set SPEAKER to BUILT-IN or connect earphones. . Press AUTO STOP to make the AUTO STOP indication disappear (13). . Set TAPE SPEED. . Press REW. When the tape reaches the beginning of the dictated material, a beep tone is heard and the unit automatically shuts off (12). . Press RESET to set the digital counters to zero. .
Power Connection Note on the AC power adaptor Use only the AC power adaptor supplied. Do not use any other AC power adaptor. to a wall outlet Rear to DC IN 9 V AC power adaptor (supplied) Porarity of the plug Setting Up the Unit Connecting the Hand Control Unit (supplied with the BM-850D only) For operation, refer to “Dictation” on page 8. BM-850 to CONTROL UNIT Hand control unit Attaching the cradle Attach the cradle to the left or right side of the unit.
Cassette Insertion 4 5 1 3 Microcassette ] 2 This unit uses only standard Microcassettes. Non standard cassettes cannot be used because their “L” dimension (see illustration) is different. Standard Only standard Microcassettes have a small indentation on side A. L Approx. 5 mm Non standard 1 Take up any slack in the tape. 2 Set POWER to ON. 3 Press the eject button to open the cassette holder.
Dictation You need the BM-850D or, if your model is BM-850T, the hand control unit. To use the unit as a dictating machine, connect the hand control unit. For connection, see page 6. Microphone DICT lamp SEC FWD SPACE REC/ERASE 2 5 Function selector LTR Hand speaker 14 3 Hand control unit Tips for More Efficient Dictation Before you start dictation • Organize your thoughts. • Make notes or an outline of what you want to dictate. • Check that the cassette is erased. (See page 16.
Digital Counter While Dictating 1 2 3 1 The LTR (end of letter) counter: Reference for the number of the LTR signals recorded. 2 Tape counter: Numerical reference for recording and listening. 3 The SEC (special instructions to secretary) counter: Reference for the number of the SEC signals recorded. To set the digital counter to zero Note • The numbers on the digital counter are memorized even when the POWER switch is set to STANDBY or a cassette is being removed.
Dictation (continued) To record the LTR signal Press LTR on the hand control unit. Each time the button is pressed, the number on the LTR (document) counter increases by one and “LTR” flashes for about three seconds. Notes • The LTR or the SEC signal should be recorded with the intervals of more than 6 seconds. • Playback sound is muted when either the LTR or SEC button is pressed.
Quick reviewing (playback)/correcting the dictated material You can easily listen to the dictated material and correct it if required. 1 Keep the function selector of the hand control unit pressed down toward B. SPACE to rewind the tape. to B. SPACE 2 3 Release the selector. Playback of the dictation begins. LISTEN When the reviewing is completed, set the function selector to DICT to proceed with the dictation.
Transcription You need the BM-850T or, if your model is BM-850D the foot control unit. To use the unit as a transcribing machine, connect the foot control unit. For connection, see page 6. 74 2 Fast forward 8 Rewind Start/Stop (Listen) 61 5 3 9 Foot control unit Tips on Transcription • Before typing, check the number of LTR and SEC signals recorded on the cassette and review the contents using the AUTO STOP function. • Erase the tape when transcription is finished. 1 Set POWER to ON.
To rewind the tape Keep the left side of the foot control unit pedal depressed. To rapidly advance the tape Keep the center top of the foot control unit pedal depressed. Convenient Functions AUTO STOP EARPHONE 0 REW p STOP SPEED CONTROL Note • The tape does not stop at the LTR or SEC signal even if the AUTO STOP function is on while the FF or REW button is continuously pressed.
Transcription (continued) Note If the LTR or SEC signal is detected while the tape is being rewound with this function, the length of the reverse time may be longer than the setting you have selected. Auto backspace function This control operates only when the foot control unit is connected. With the use of the REVERSE TIME control, the tape is rewound a little each time it is stopped. Then, the last few recorded words can be reviewed when you resume listening.
Private listening Connect a Sony DE-45 or MDR-U10M earphones (not supplied) to the EARPHONE jack. The sound will be heard through the earphones and speaker sound will be disconnected. Selecting the speaker You can listen to the dictated material through the built-in speaker or the speaker on the hand control unit by switching the SPEAKER selector to BUILT-IN or HAND.
Erasing The recording can be erased rapidly. 1 REC/ERASE p STOP 2 1 2 Insert the cassette with the side to be erased up. (See page 7.) Be sure not to rewind the tape after transcribing. The end portion of the dictated material to be erased should be positioned at the recording head. Keep ERASE pressed and then press 0 REW. The REC/ERASE lamp lights up and 0 appears on the display window. The portion of the tape being rewound is erased. To stop the tape Press p STOP.
Telephone Recording To record telephone conversation, connect the optional TL-4 telephone recording adaptor* to the TELEPHONE PICKUP jack. For further details, refer to the instruction manual of the telephone recording adaptor. 1 REC/ERASE Telephone BM-850 * The TL-4 cannot be used on some telephones. TL-4 (not supplied) Rear to TELEPHONE PICKUP At the beginning of telephone recording LTR signal is automatically recorded for about 3 seconds and the telephone recording begins at the same time.
Example of Dictation and Transcription Example of Dictation Set the function selector of the hand control unit to DICT. . Press SEC. Blinks for approx. 3 seconds and stops blinking. “This is a letter. Type it up and send it by express.” “Today’s date is July 4, 1996. This letter is for Mr. Alan R. Jefferson Pyrene House, Sunbury on Thames, Middlesex, TW16 7AT, U.K. Dear Sir, We received your order for” . Press SEC. Blinks for approx. 3 seconds and stops blinking.
Blinks for approx. 3 seconds and stops blinking. . July 4, 1996 Mr. Alan R. Jefferson Pyrene House, Sunbury on Thames, Middlesex, TW 16 7AT, U.K. Blinks for about 3 seconds and then stops blinking. Dear Sir, We received your order for POI-L-5049-D3581, quantity 270,000 today. Shipment can be made within two weeks by Air. Please accept our thanks for your order. Faithfully yours, John S. Smith Sales Manager U.K.G.Ltd. Blinks for approx. 3 seconds and stops blinking. JSS/hh .
Troubleshooting Guide Should any problem occur, conduct the following simple tests to determine whether or not servicing is required. If the problem persists after you have conducted these tests, consult the nearest Sony Dictation Systems dealer. The unit does not operate. • The AC power adaptor is not plugged into a wall outlet. • The POWER switch is set to STANDBY. No sound from the built-in speaker • The SPEAKER selector is set to HAND. • The VOLUME control is set in the MIN position.
Alarm System An alarm sounds and an indication appears on the display window in the following situations. Alarm system Situation To release alarm system When you press a button. m A beep is heard and † blinks. • No cassette is inserted. • The cassette’s safety tabs have been removed. First, release the button, then • Insert a cassette. • Insert a new cassette or cover the safety slot. The unit shuts off. m A long beep is heard and † blinks. • End of tape • The tape is torn. • Rewind the tape.
Specifications Tape y (normal position type) Recording system 4-track 2-channel monaural (L channel for electronic index signals, R channel for sound signals) Tape speed 2.4 cm/s (15 ⁄16 in./s), 1.2 cm/s (15 ⁄32 in./s) Fast winding time Approx. 1 min. 50 sec. (2.4 cm/s) with Sony microcassette MC-60BM Frequency response 200 – 4,000 Hz (at 1.2 cm/s) 200 – 6,000 Hz (at 2.4 cm/s) Speaker Approx. 5.7 cm (21⁄4 inches) dia. Power output 350 mW (at 10% distortion) Input TELEPHONE PICKUP (minijack) Sensitivity 0.
Location and Function of Controls For details, refer to the pages indicated in ( ). 1 6 2 3 7 4 8 9 !º !¡ !™ !£ 5 !• !¢ !∞ !§ !¶ !ª @º 1 Eject button Press to eject the cassette.
Display Window 1 5 2 3 6 4 7 Notes • It may be difficult to read the liquid crystal counter display due to the watching angle. • If you play back a cassette which was not recorded using a Sony Professional Dictating Machine, set the unit to the Electronic “Index OFF” mode (see page 15). 8 1 ( indicator Displayed while the tape is being transported in the forward direction. 2 0 (rewind) indicator Displayed while the cassette is being rewound.
