Onkyo TA-6711 - Manual (Page 13)

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Useful Functions
TAPE MONITOR
TAPE MONITOR
Connecting Microphone(s)
• For stereo recording, connect two micro-
phones to the L (MONO) and R MIC jacks.
• For monaural recording, connect the
microphone to the L (MONO) jack.
Notes:
• Be sure to set the REC LEVEL knob at the
lowest recording level before connecting
microphone(s).
• Do not direct the microphone(s) toward the
speakers. Doing so may cause howling and
consequent damage to the speakers.
Timer Recording and Playback
This unit can be set for preset timer recording
and playback when connected to an audio timer
(optional). Connect the tape deck and the other
system components to the timer and test the
arrangement once to ensure that timer recording
and playback work properly. Refer to the timer
instruction manual for instructions on setting up
the system.
1. Timer Recording
(1) Tune in the desired radio station and adjust
the tape input level.
(2) Set the timer to switch the power on at the
desired time.
(3) Set the TIMER switch to the REC position.
• Note that the power switches of the deck
and the audio system must be left on.
• If no output from the speakers is required
during the actual recording, set the amplifier
speakers to OFF or turn the volume down
all the way.
2. Timer Playback
For use as a morning alarm, set up this deck and
the audio system for audio playback.
(1) Set the timer to switch the power on at the
desired time.
(2) Set the TIMER switch to the PLAY
position.
• Remember to leave the relevant power
switches in their ON positions.
TIMER
OFF
REC PLAY
Monitoring the Recorded Signal
This deck is a three-head deck, so by switching
between the source monitor and tape monitor
settings you can compare the signal which has just
been recorded on the tape with the source signal.
Listening to the Original Source
Signal
Press the TAPE MONITOR button so that
the indicator turns off.
The signal from the LINE IN jacks is output.
Listening to the Signal Just Re-
corded on the Tape
Press the TAPE MONITOR button so that
the indicator lights.
The just-recorded signal from the tape is
output.
2-
(2)
1-
(3)
TIMER
OFF
REC PLAY