Operating Instructions
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Record the serial number in the space provided below. BM-87DST Serial No. 3-043-521-12 (1) BM-87DST HU-80 (not supplied) © 2000 Sony Corporation Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. Model No. Dictator/Transcriber BM-87DST Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this product.
Record the serial number in the space provided below. BM-87DST Serial No. 3-043-521-12 (1) BM-87DST HU-80 (not supplied) © 2000 Sony Corporation Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. Model No. Dictator/Transcriber BM-87DST Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this product.
Operating Instructions
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... HU-80 Hand Control Unit ...10 Connecting the Supplied Foot Control Unit...10 Inserting a Cassette ...11 Dictating ...13 Operation ...13 Useful Functions ...14 Tips for a More Efficient Dictating ...16 Transcribing ...17 Operation ...17 Useful Functions ...18 Tips on Transcribing ...20 Erasing ...21 Alarm System ...22 Telephone Recording ...23 Maintenance ...24 Cleaning the Heads...
... HU-80 Hand Control Unit ...10 Connecting the Supplied Foot Control Unit...10 Inserting a Cassette ...11 Dictating ...13 Operation ...13 Useful Functions ...14 Tips for a More Efficient Dictating ...16 Transcribing ...17 Operation ...17 Useful Functions ...18 Tips on Transcribing ...20 Erasing ...21 Alarm System ...22 Telephone Recording ...23 Maintenance ...24 Cleaning the Heads...
Operating Instructions
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...be performed with the use of the optional telephone recording adaptor. • With the use of document) signal - Features The Sony BM-87DST dictator/transcriber is resumed. • Rapid erasing function with the z ERASE button and the j REW button. "LTR" (letter=end of... the supplied headphones, you can be used for both dictating and transcribing. Transcribing Foot control unit (supplied) 4 As a dictator • The Sony HU-80 hand control unit (not supplied) remotely controls the BM-87DST dictator/transcriber. • Electronic index signal -
...be performed with the use of the optional telephone recording adaptor. • With the use of document) signal - Features The Sony BM-87DST dictator/transcriber is resumed. • Rapid erasing function with the z ERASE button and the j REW button. "LTR" (letter=end of... the supplied headphones, you can be used for both dictating and transcribing. Transcribing Foot control unit (supplied) 4 As a dictator • The Sony HU-80 hand control unit (not supplied) remotely controls the BM-87DST dictator/transcriber. • Electronic index signal -
Operating Instructions
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Erase the tape. 7 qa Set the TAPE SPEED selector to ON. or Press the G LISTEN button. w; (When the BM-87DST is used.) Set the SPEED CONTROL selector to play back the tape.) w; Adjust the starting point for operation.) Adjust the VOLUME control and the ... with the use of the REVERSE TIME control. (When the supplied foot control unit is used .) w; qk Press the j REW button. qk After transcribing, stop the tape. Keep the right side of the dictated cassette is reached, a beep tone is connected). or Press the s STOP button. (When the G LISTEN button on the...
Erase the tape. 7 qa Set the TAPE SPEED selector to ON. or Press the G LISTEN button. w; (When the BM-87DST is used.) Set the SPEED CONTROL selector to play back the tape.) w; Adjust the starting point for operation.) Adjust the VOLUME control and the ... with the use of the REVERSE TIME control. (When the supplied foot control unit is used .) w; qk Press the j REW button. qk After transcribing, stop the tape. Keep the right side of the dictated cassette is reached, a beep tone is connected). or Press the s STOP button. (When the G LISTEN button on the...
Operating Instructions
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... Not this way to the left or right side of the plug Connecting the HU-80 Hand Control Unit (not supplied) For operation, refer to "Transcribing" on page 13. Insert the cradle into the slots and slide to a wall outlet Note on the cradle while not in use any other AC...
... Not this way to the left or right side of the plug Connecting the HU-80 Hand Control Unit (not supplied) For operation, refer to "Transcribing" on page 13. Insert the cradle into the slots and slide to a wall outlet Note on the cradle while not in use any other AC...
Operating Instructions
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...start dictating • Organize your thoughts. • Make notes or an outline of what you want to dictate. • Check that the cassette is erased. (See page 21.) When you start dictating • Identify yourself. (Name, department, phone number, etc.) • Indicate... the type of dictating. (Memo, letter, etc.) • Give transcribing instructions. (Type of stationery, number of copies, envelopes, etc.) • Specify distribution. (Name, addresses, etc.) During dictating • Relax and ...
...start dictating • Organize your thoughts. • Make notes or an outline of what you want to dictate. • Check that the cassette is erased. (See page 21.) When you start dictating • Identify yourself. (Name, department, phone number, etc.) • Indicate... the type of dictating. (Memo, letter, etc.) • Give transcribing instructions. (Type of stationery, number of copies, envelopes, etc.) • Specify distribution. (Name, addresses, etc.) During dictating • Relax and ...
Operating Instructions
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... the tape Keep the left side of the pedal of the supplied foot control unit. Transcribing To use the unit as a transcribing machine, connect the supplied foot control unit. The POWER lamp lights up. 2 Insert the dictated cassette. (See page 11.) 3 Set the TAPE SPEED selector to 2.4 (cm/s) or 4.8 (cm/s).... 6 Listen Foot control unit (supplied) 13 54 1 Set the POWER switch to rewind the tape. When the tape reaches the beginning of the dictated cassette, a beep tone is heard and the unit automatically shuts off. 7 Keep the right side of the pedal of the supplied foot control unit depressed. ...
... the tape Keep the left side of the pedal of the supplied foot control unit. Transcribing To use the unit as a transcribing machine, connect the supplied foot control unit. The POWER lamp lights up. 2 Insert the dictated cassette. (See page 11.) 3 Set the TAPE SPEED selector to 2.4 (cm/s) or 4.8 (cm/s).... 6 Listen Foot control unit (supplied) 13 54 1 Set the POWER switch to rewind the tape. When the tape reaches the beginning of the dictated cassette, a beep tone is heard and the unit automatically shuts off. 7 Keep the right side of the pedal of the supplied foot control unit depressed. ...
Operating Instructions
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... When the AUTO STOP selector is set to the entire tape. Set the SPEED CONTROL selector to OFF to transcribe either a music cassette or a cassette which has not been recorded with the Sony Professional Dictation Machine, otherwise the tape may automatically stops in the rewind or fast forward mode...8226; When the AUTO STOP selector is set to adjust the tape speed with the Sony Professional Dictation Machine. Notes • E-INDEX signal of the Sony conventional models corresponds to the LTR signal of BM-87DST. • LTR signal and E-INDEX signal do not correspond to the cue ...
... When the AUTO STOP selector is set to the entire tape. Set the SPEED CONTROL selector to OFF to transcribe either a music cassette or a cassette which has not been recorded with the Sony Professional Dictation Machine, otherwise the tape may automatically stops in the rewind or fast forward mode...8226; When the AUTO STOP selector is set to adjust the tape speed with the Sony Professional Dictation Machine. Notes • E-INDEX signal of the Sony conventional models corresponds to the LTR signal of BM-87DST. • LTR signal and E-INDEX signal do not correspond to the cue ...
Operating Instructions
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...unit Keep the left side of the dictated material and review the contents using the auto stop function. • Erase the tape when transcribing is finished. 20 Press the J FF button. Keep the FWD SPACE button pressed. Release the pedal. x Private listening Connect the...Selecting the speaker You can play back the dictated material through the stereo headphones and the speaker will be disconnected. Transcribing x Tape transport operation Rewind Stop Listen Fast forward BM-87DST Press the j REW button. Press the G LISTEN button. HU-80 Keep the function selector pressed down ...
...unit Keep the left side of the dictated material and review the contents using the auto stop function. • Erase the tape when transcribing is finished. 20 Press the J FF button. Keep the FWD SPACE button pressed. Release the pedal. x Private listening Connect the...Selecting the speaker You can play back the dictated material through the stereo headphones and the speaker will be disconnected. Transcribing x Tape transport operation Rewind Stop Listen Fast forward BM-87DST Press the j REW button. Press the G LISTEN button. HU-80 Keep the function selector pressed down ...
Operating Instructions
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The REC/ERASE lamp lights up. The end section of the tape being rewound is erased. To stop the tape Press the s STOP button. 21 The section of the dictated material to be positioned at the recording head. 2 Keep the z ERASE button pressed and then press the j REW button. Erasing The recording can be erased rapidly. 1 REC/ERASE 2 s STOP 1 Insert the cassette with the side to be erased should be erased facing upward. Be sure not to rewind the tape after transcribing.
The REC/ERASE lamp lights up. The end section of the tape being rewound is erased. To stop the tape Press the s STOP button. 21 The section of the dictated material to be positioned at the recording head. 2 Keep the z ERASE button pressed and then press the j REW button. Erasing The recording can be erased rapidly. 1 REC/ERASE 2 s STOP 1 Insert the cassette with the side to be erased should be erased facing upward. Be sure not to rewind the tape after transcribing.
Product Specifications
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BM-87DST Transcribing Machine v Step-up Feature 3New Feature v Standard Cassette System v Compatible with Double Speed Recorders v Compatible with Stereo and Mono Cassette Recorders v Telephone Record Capability s 3-Digit Tape Counter s Fully Adjustable Automatic Backspace s Auto Motor Shut-Off s 3-Function Foot Control s Speed/Tone/Volume Controls s Electronic Indexing s End of Tape and No Cassette Alarms s Built-In Playback Speaker Please visit the Dealer Network for more information at www.sony.com/dn
BM-87DST Transcribing Machine v Step-up Feature 3New Feature v Standard Cassette System v Compatible with Double Speed Recorders v Compatible with Stereo and Mono Cassette Recorders v Telephone Record Capability s 3-Digit Tape Counter s Fully Adjustable Automatic Backspace s Auto Motor Shut-Off s 3-Function Foot Control s Speed/Tone/Volume Controls s Electronic Indexing s End of Tape and No Cassette Alarms s Built-In Playback Speaker Please visit the Dealer Network for more information at www.sony.com/dn
Product Specifications
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BM-87DST Transcribing Machine features v Standard Cassette System uses easy to obtain, easy to store standard cassettes for transcribing convenience. s Fully Adjustable Automatic Backspace begins playback prior to Fast Forward without notice. s 3-Function Foot Control lets the transcriber change without removing hands from Play ...800-222-7669 • www.sony.com Last Updated 2005-02-19 ® s Built-In Erase on Rewind may be transcribed. s Speed/Tone/Volume Controls are subject to wear earphones. s Built-In Playback Speaker is no cassette in the compartment. Reproduction in ...
BM-87DST Transcribing Machine features v Standard Cassette System uses easy to obtain, easy to store standard cassettes for transcribing convenience. s Fully Adjustable Automatic Backspace begins playback prior to Fast Forward without notice. s 3-Function Foot Control lets the transcriber change without removing hands from Play ...800-222-7669 • www.sony.com Last Updated 2005-02-19 ® s Built-In Erase on Rewind may be transcribed. s Speed/Tone/Volume Controls are subject to wear earphones. s Built-In Playback Speaker is no cassette in the compartment. Reproduction in ...