QUICK START INSTRUCTIONS:
If you want to get a fast start use the following instructions for
immediate results. We recommend you come back and review the
full instructions for details on all the features of the Telephone
Recorder.
1. Connect Power and Telephone cables.
2. Turn monitor switch to off (O) or low (L) to avoid feedback.
3. Press Record and Play key together.
4. Place or receive a telephone call.
5. After call, rewind cassette and play back.
Background:
The P5080 Telephone Recorder is the result of our years of experience
with manufacturing telephone recording devices. We have attempted to
bring to the market the most easy-to-use telephone recorder with extended
recording time ever produced. The unit preserves the basic functions
of recording and listening back to your telephone calls while extending
recording time! Other features include:
Flexible Interfacing
: The P5080 is ready for connection to a variety of
single-line, KSU and PBX applications using Line Voltage Selection.
Audio Monitor
: Allows you to monitor ongoing recorded conversations
as they occur.
Built-in Microphone:
The P5080 features an internal microphone. Use as
a normal recorder taking advantage of the extended recording time.
Extended Recording Mode:
Allows you to almost triple recording time
per cassette!
Installation:
A clear plastic sheet covers the window in the Cassette Door (1). This
is for protection of the window during production and transport. You may
remove and discard this sheet if you wish.
Connection to power:
You may provide power to the P5080 Telephone Recorder with the use
of AA batteries or the included AC adapter. We recommend use of the
adapter whenever an AC outlet is convenient to the recorder to ensure
continuous operation of the unit.
Can I use my recorder with two phone lines?
The recorder is a single line device and can only record from one phone
line at a time. Contact Technical Support for more information on other
Telephone Recorder models for challenging installations.
How do I connect the recorder to my multi-line (KSU or PBX)
telephone system?
The recorder is a single line device and can only record from one phone
line at a time. Contact Technical Support for more information on other
Telephone Recorder models for challenging installations.
What kind of tapes do I need to use?
Use high-quality name-brand “Normal Formulation” cassettes. The recorder
is not designed for use with Chrome or Metal formulation tapes. You may
use any length of tape up to C-120 (120 minutes). Be aware the C-120
cassettes have a thinner tape and are more subject to breakage that shorter
length cassettes. Use care when handling C-120 cassettes.
What happens when the tape ends?
The recorder features an automatic shut-off mechanism that will stop the
tape. There will be a slight click sound when the recorder turns off. There will
not any noise on your telephone line when the recorder turns off.
When I am recording I hear a “squealing sound”, what’s wrong?
This is feedback. If you have the MONITOR switch in the Low (L) or High (H)
position while recording and the telephone that you are using is too close to
the recorder, you will experience feedback. Either move the telephone away
from the recorder or switch the MONITOR switch Off (O).
When I play back the tape, the voice sounds funny, Why?
If the voice sounds like a cartoon (either too high or too low in pitch), then
you likely have the wrong speed selected for that specific recording. Switch
the SPEED switch on the rear panel to the other speed. If this does not
help then check that the tape heads are clean (see section on tape head
maintenance), If this does not work, replace the cassette.
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