To
Stop recording
Start recording during
playback
Review the portion just
recorded
Pause recording
Take out a cassette
Note
Select the 2.4 cm tape speed for recording, if you play back the recorded
tape with another unit. Otherwise, the sound quality may be changed.
Notes on VOR (Voice Operated Recording)
• The VOR system depends on the environmental conditions. If you
cannot get the desired results, set VOR to OFF.
• When you use the unit in a noisy place, it will stay in the recording
mode. If the sound is too soft, on the contrary, the unit will not start
recording. Set VOR to H (high) or L (low) depending on the conditions.
Note
The battery life may shorten depending on the operation of the unit.
House current
Connect the AC power adaptor to DC IN 3V and to a wall outlet.
Use the AC power adaptor (supplied with M-655V only) or the
AC-E30HG AC power adaptor (not supplied). Do not use any
other AC power adaptor.
Note
Specifications for AC-E30HG vary for each area.
Check your local voltage and the shape of plug before purchasing.
Rechargeable batteries (supplied with
M-655V only)
Charge the rechargeable batteries only with the supplied charge
adaptor and the AC power adaptor. The rechargeable batteries
can be charged approximately 500 times.
Be sure to charge the rechargeable batteries for approximately 8
hours before using them. The unit can be used for recording for
approximately 10 hours with the fully charged rechargeable
batteries.
To charge
The power indicator of the charge adaptor remains lit as long as power is
supplied from the wall outlet.
To use
Notes
• Use the supplied two rechargeable batteries only with the supplied
charge adaptor.
• If there is distortion of sound or excessive noise, or if the unit does not
operate properly, turn off the unit and recharge the two rechargeable
batteries together.
• The rechargeable batteries will discharge even when not in use. Be sure
to charge them before use.
• Recharge the two rechargeable batteries together. Otherwise, the
charging cannot be done.
• Be sure to remove the rechargeable batteries from the charge adaptor to
avoid overcharging (more than 20 hours) when charging has been
completed.
• Charging and operation should be made in temperature ranges 5°C to
40°C (40°F to 104°F).
• The charge adaptor will become warm during charging but this is not a
sign of problem.
• Do not use or leave the charge adaptor in a location near heat sources or
in a place subject to direct sunlight or excessive moisture.
• Unplug the AC power adaptor from the wall outlet when it is not to be
used for long.
• Do not attempt to charge dry batteries.
Recording
Make sure that nothing is connected to MIC (M-657V/655V/
650V only).
1
Press the reset button of the tape counter.
2
Press
Tx
and insert a standard microcassette with the side
to start recording facing the lid.
3
Select the desired tape speed.
2.4 cm
for optimum sound (recommended for normal use):
A 30-minute recording can be made using both sides of the
MC-30 microcassette.
1.2 cm
for longer recording time: A 60-minute recording can
be made using both sides of the MC-30 microcassette.
4
Set VOR to H, L or OFF.
If you set VOR to H or L, the unit automatically starts
recording the sound and pauses when there is no sound
(you can save tapes and batteries).
H :
To record at meeting or in a quiet and/or spacious place.
L :
To record for dictation or in a noisy place.
When the sound is not loud enough, set it to OFF, or the unit
may not start recording.
5
Press
z
.
n
is pressed simultaneously and recording starts. While
the tape runs, the REC or REC/BATT lamp lights and
flashes depending on the strength of the sound.
Recording level is fixed.
to the wall outlet
AC power adaptor (not supplied)
To monitor the sound
Connect an earphone (not supplied) to EAR jack. The monitor
volume cannot be adjusted by VOL.
To prevent a cassette from being accidentally recorded
over
Break out and remove the cassette tabs. To reuse the cassette for
recording, cover the tab hole with adhesive tape.
Playing a Tape
1
Insert a cassette with the side to start playing facing the lid.
2
Select the tape speed to the same speed as that used for
recording.
3
Press
n
.
4
Turn VOL to adjust the volume.
If you plug in headphones (not supplied) to the EAR jack, you
will get monaural output from both left and right channels.
Troubleshooting
Should any problem persist after you have made these checks,
consult your nearest Sony dealer.
A cassette cannot be inserted.
t
The cassette is being inserted in the wrong way.
t
n
has been already pressed.
The unit does not operate.
t
The batteries have been inserted with incorrect polarity.
t
The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new
ones.
t >
PAUSE is slid in the direction of the arrow.
t
The AC power adaptor is connected to the unit only and
you are going to use the unit on batteries.
Recording cannot be made.
t
There is no cassette in the cassette compartment.
t
The tab on the tape has been removed. To reuse the tape
for recording, cover the tab hole with adhesive tape.
Recording is interrupted.
t
The VOR switch is set to H or L. When you do not use
VOR, set it to OFF.
During CUE/REVIEW the tape stops or does not run.
You cannot fast-forward or rewind.
t
The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new
ones.
Recording cannot be erased completely.
t
The head is contaminated. See “Maintenance”.
Playback cannnot be made.
t
The tape has reached the end. Rewind the tape.
No sound comes from the speaker.
t
The earphone is plugged in.
t
The volume is turned down completely.
The sound drops out or comes with excessive noise.
t
The volume is turned down completely.
t
The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new
ones.
t
The head is contaminated. See “Maintenance”.
t
Direct placement of the cassette tape on the speaker
resulted in magnetization and deteriorated tonal quality.
t
Use the unit away from radiowave-emitting devices such
as cellular phones.
Tape speed is too fast or too slow in the playback
mode.
t
Improper setting of the TAPE SPEED switch. Set it to the
same speed as that used for recording.
t
The batteries are weak. Replace both batteries with new
ones.
Tape speed is faster than the normal playback speed.
t
The FAST PB switch (M-657V/655V/650V only) is slid in
the direction of the arrow.
Maintenance
To clean the tape head and path
Press
n
and wipe the head, capstan and the pinch roller with a
cotton swab, moistened with alcohol every 10 hours of use.
To clean the exterior
Use a soft cloth slightly moistened in water. Do not use alcohol,
benzine or thinner.
Specifications
Tape
(normal position type)
Recording system
2-track 1-channel monaural
Speaker
Approx. 3.6 cm (1
7
⁄
16
in.) dia.
Tape speed
2.4 cm/s (
15
⁄
16
ips), 1.2 cm/s (
15
⁄
32
ips)
Frequency range
300 – 4,000 Hz (with TAPE SPEED switch at 2.4 cm/s)
Input (M-657V/655V/650V only)
Microphone input jack (minijack/PLUG IN POWER)
sensitivity 0.24 mV for 3 k
Ω
or lower impedance microphone
Output
Earphone jack (minijack) for 8 – 300
Ω
earphone
Power output (at 10% harmonic distortion)
250 mW
Power requirements
3 V DC batteries size AA (R6)
×
2/External DC 3V power sources
Dimensions (w/h/d)
Approx. 62.2
×
119.1
×
25.4 mm (2
1
⁄
2
×
4
3
⁄
4
×
1 in.) incl. projecting
parts and controls
Mass
M-657V/655V/650V: Approx. 115 g (4.1 oz) (main unit only)
M-565V/560V: Approx. 113 g (4.0 oz) (main unit only)
Supplied accessories
AC power adaptor (1) (M-655V only)
Battery charge adaptor (1) (M-655V only)
Rechargeable batteries NC-AA, 1.2 V, 700 mAh, Ni-Cd (2) (M-655V
only)
Microcassette tape MC-30 (1) (M-657V, M-650V for Europe and
M-560V for the United States and Europe only)
Microcassette tapes MC-30 (3) (M-565V only)
Alkaline batteries LR6 (2) (M-657V/565V/560V for U.S.A. only)
Microphone (1) (M-657V only)
Carrying pouch (1) (M-657V only)
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
M-657V/655V/650V/565V/560V
Operating Instructions
Manual de instrucciones (en el reverso)
Sony Corporation © 2002 Printed in China
3-241-559-
12
(1)
Microcassette
™
-Corder
EAR
VOL
n
>
PAUSE
m
CUE/
REVIEW
M
Tx
Non-standard
Approx. 5 mm
Standard
Only standard microcassettes
have a small indention of side A.
Approx. 2.5 mm
For customers in the United States
Owner’s Record
The model number is located at the back of the unit and the
serial number is located inside the cassette holder. Record
these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to these
numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer
regarding this product.
Model No._________________ Serial No._________________
Please register this product on line at www.sony.com/
productregistration
<http://www.sony.com/productregistration>
Proper registration will enable us to send you periodic
mailings about new products, services, and other important
announcements. Registering your product needs adjustment
or modification. Thank you.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not
expressly approved in this manual could void your authority
to operate this equipment.
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not
expose the unit to rain or moisture.
Polarity of the plug
Press or slide
Tx
z
during playback (the unit becomes in the
recording mode)
Push up
m
CUE/
M
REVIEW toward
M
REVIEW during the recording. Release the
button at the point to start playback.
Slide
>
PAUSE in the direction of the arrow.
Tx
Insert the
#
side
first for each
battery.
to the wall outlet
Power indicator
Rechargeable
batteries NC-AA
AC power
adaptor
FAST PB
(M-657V/655V/
650V only)
TAPE SPEED
Head
Pinch roller
Capstan
About This Manual
The instructions in this manual are for 5 models. The M-650V is
the model used for illustration purposes.
Their differences are shown in the table below:
M-657V/655V/650V
M-565V/560V
Tape counter
a
a
MIC jack
a
—
REC lamp
a
—
BATT/
E
lamp
a
—
REC/BATT lamp
—
a
VOR
a
a
FAST PB
a
—
Handstrap
a
—
a
: provided or supplied
—: not provided or not supplied
There is no difference among M-657V, M-655V, and M-650V and
between M-565V and M-560V except for the supplied accessories.
For information about the supplied accessories, see “Specifications” of
this manual.
Preparing Power Sources
Choose one of the following power sources.
Dry Batteries
Make sure that nothing is connected to the DC IN 3V jack.
1
Open the battery compartment lid.
2
Insert two size AA (R6) batteries with correct polarity and
close the lid.
To take out the batteries
If the battery compartment lid is accidentally
detached
Attach it as illustrated.
When to replace the batteries
For M-565V/560V
Replace the batteries with new ones when the REC/BATT lamp
dims.
For M-657V/655V/650V
Replace the batteries with new ones when the BATT lamp goes
off and the
E
lamp flashes.
Notes
• The unit will play back normally for a while, even after the
E
lamp
flashes. However, replace the batteries as soon as you can. If you do not,
the playback cannot be made with normal sound, noise may be
recorded and the recorded sound will not be loud enough (M-657V/
655V/650V only).
• In the following cases you do not need to replace the batteries:
– if the BATT lamp flashes with the playback sound when you turn up
the volume.
– if the
E
lamp lights momentarily when the tape starts running or at
the end of the tape (M-657V/655V/650V only).
– if the
E
lamp flashes during FF (CUE) or REW (REVIEW) (M-657V/
655V/650V only).
Battery life (Approx. hours)
(JEITA*)
BATT/
E
(M-657V/655V/
650V only)
z
>
PAUSE
m
CUE/
REVIEW
M
Tx
EAR
Microphone
TAPE SPEED
VOR
tape counter
MIC (PLUG IN
POWER) (M-657V/
655V/650V only)
Insert the
#
side
first for each
battery.
* Measured valued by the standard of JEITA (Japan Electronics and
Information Technology Industries Association) (Using a Sony
Microcassette)
**When using a Sony LR6 (SG) “STAMINA” alkaline dry batteries
(produced in Japan)
Batteries
Sony manganese R6P
(SR)
Sony alkaline LR6 (SG)**
NC-AA
Recording
8 (M-657V/655V/
650V only)
26 (M-657V/655V/
650V only)
10 (M-655V only)
10 (M-565V/560V
only)
30 (M-565V/560V
only)
BATT/
E
(M-657V/655V/
650V only)
REC (M-657V/655V/
650V only)
REC/BATT (M-565V/
560V only)
Tx
This warranty is valid only in the
United States.
Charge adaptor
To
Stop playback/stop fast
forward or rewind*
Pause playback
Fast forward
Rewind
Search forward during
playback (CUE)
Search backward during
playback (REVIEW)
* If you leave the unit after the tape has been wound or rewound, the
batteries will be consumed rapidly. Be sure to depress
Tx
.
Note
If the tape is completely wound or rewound while searching forward/
backward during playback (CUE/REVIEW), the
m
CUE/
M
REVIEW
switch may not return to the center position when you release the switch.
In this case, push back the switch to the center to start playback.
To increase the playback speed (M-657V/655V/650V only)
Slide the FAST PB switch in the direction of the arrow. The
playback speed will be increased.
To return to the original speed, slide the FAST PB switch to the
original position.
At the end of the tape
In the recording or playback mode, the tape stops at the end of
the tape and the locked buttons will be released automatically
(Automatic shut-off mechanism).
After fast forward or rewind, be sure to set
m
CUE/
M
REVIEW back to the center.
Recording/Playback with the
Connected Equipment
(M-657V/655V/650V only)
Recording with an External Microphone
Connect a microphone to the MIC jack.
M-657V : use the supplied microphone.
Other models : use a microphone of low impedance (less than 3
kilohms) such as ECM-T6 (not supplied). When using a plug-in-
power system microphone, the power to the microphone is
supplied from this unit.
Note
When recording with an external microphone, the VOR system may not
work properly because of the difference in sensitivity.
Recording from another tape recorder
Connect another tape recorder to the MIC jack using the
RK-G64HG connecting cord (not supplied).
Set this unit to the recording mode and another tape recorder to
the playback mode. In this case set VOR to OFF.
Precautions
On power
•Operate the unit only on 3 V DC.
For AC operation, use the AC adaptor recommended for the
unit. Do not use any other type. For battery operation, use two
size AA (R6) batteries.
On the unit
•Use only the
(standard microcassettes) with this
unit. Non-standard cassettes cannot be used because their “L”
dimension (see illustration) is different.
•Do not leave the unit in a location near heat sources, or in a
place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical
shock.
•Should any solid object or liquid fall into the unit, remove the
batteries or disconnect the AC power adaptor, and have the
unit checked by qualified personnel before operating it any
further.
•Keep personal credit cards using magnetic coding or spring-
wound watches etc. away from the unit to prevent possible
damage from the magnet used for the speaker.
•When you do not use the unit for long, remove the batteries to
avoid damage caused by battery leakage and subsequent
corrosion.
•If the unit has not been used for long, set it in the playback
mode and warm it up for a few minutes before inserting a
cassette.
For the customers in the USA
RECYCLING NICKEL CADMIUM BATTERIES
Nickel cadmium batteries are recyclable. You can
help preserve our environment by returning your
used rechargeable batteries to the collection and
recycling location nearest you.
Note: In some areas the disposal of nickel
cadmium batteries in household or
business trash may be prohibited.
For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable
batteries, call toll free 1-800-822-8837, or visit
http://www.rbrc.org/
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking nickel cadmium
batteries.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit,
please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Press or slide
Tx
Slide
>
PAUSE in the direction of the
arrow. REC (M-657V/655V/650V) or
REC/BATT (M-565V/560V) lamp goes
off.
Slide
m
CUE/
M
REVIEW toward
m
CUE during stop.
Slide
m
CUE/
M
REVIEW toward
M
REVIEW during stop.
Keep
m
CUE/
M
REVIEW pushed
down during playback and release it at
the point you want.
Keep
m
CUE/
M
REVIEW pushed up
during playback and release it at the
point you want.
