Dear customer, Congratulations on purchasing a high quality MAGINON product. You have acquired a modern portable cassette converter with excellent technical features and respective accessories, which is particularly easy to operate. Please study this information in detail observing, in particular, the safety instructions. The device comes with a 3 year warranty. You will need the enclosed warranty card and your sales receipt in the event of the portable cassette converter developing a fault. Keep these in a safe place together with the Instruction Manual. Please include the Instruction Manual when passing on the portable cassette converter to a third party. 1. Contents of box Carefully unpack the portable cassette converter and check that all of the following components are contained in the box: 1. MAGINON Portable Cassette Converter ACC-01 2. 2 batteries type AA 3. USB cable 4. «Audacity» software 5. Instruction Manual 6. Warranty and service documents Note: Caution! Keep plastic foil and bags away from babies and small children, as there is danger of suffocation. 1
2 2. Contents 1. INTRODUCTION AND CONTENTS OF BOX 1 2. CONTENTS 2 3. HAZARD, SAFETY AND WARNING NOTES 3 4. YOUR PORTABLE CASSETTE CONVERTER 6 4.1. View from top 6 4.2. View from sides 6 5. START 7 5.1. Open and close cassette compartment 7 5.2. Insert batteries 7 5.3. Insert audio cassette 8 5.4. Connect earphone 8 6. PLAYING BACK AUDIO CASSETTES 9 7. DIGITIZE RECORDINGS 10 7.1. System requirements 10 7.2. Install software 10 7.3. Connect to computer 11 7.4. Use of software 11 8. CONFORMITY 13 9. CARE 14 10. DISPOSAL 14 11. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION 15 12. WARRANTY AND SERVICE 16 2
3. Hazard, safety and warning notices Incorrect use of the portable cassette converter and accessories can be dangerous for you and others and can damage or destroy the portable cassette converter. We therefore ask you to read and strictly observe the following Hazard, safety and warning notices. Intended use This portable cassette converter is intended for converting and playing back analog audio cassettes. It has been designed for private use and is not suitable for commercial purposes. Hazards for children and persons with limited ability to operate electronic equipment The player, accessories and packaging are not toys for children. These should therefore always be kept away from children. Danger of electrocution, poisoning and suffocation. The player and accessories may not be used by children and persons with restricted abilities to use equipment. The player may only be used by persons physically and mentally able to operate them safely. Electrocution hazard in wet and humid conditions Do not expose player and USB cable to dripping or spray water. Also do not place any containers filled with liquid, such as vases or glasses on top or immediately next to the device. Danger of fire and electrocution. Electrical hazard Switch off portable cassette converter if a foreign body or liquid has entered the portable cassette converter. Wait until completely dry, there is danger of fire and electrocution. Switch off player if housing is damaged, there is danger of fire and electrocution. 3
4 The portable cassette converter may not be dismantled, modified or repaired, there is danger of fire and electrocution. Damage from heat fire hazard Do not leave portable cassette converter in places that are susceptible to considerable increases in temperature (e.g. a vehicle). The housing and internal parts may be damaged, which in turn could cause a fire. Do not wrap up player or place on textiles. This could produce a build up of heat in the portable cassette converter that can cause deformation of the housing and may represent a fire hazard. Hazards of using batteries Remove batteries from portable cassette converter if portable cassette converter is not used for some time. Risk of explosion in case of incorrect changing of batteries or use of wrong type of batteries. Only use LR6 (AA) batteries; 1.5 V or a NiMh batteries with the same specification. Never expose batteries to excessive heat, such as direct sunlight, fire, etc., as otherwise danger of fire. Consequently do not store batteries near fire, ovens or other heat sources. Keep battery out of reach of children. Do not throw batteries into fire, short-circuit batteries or take batteries apart. Danger of explosion. Batteries must be disposed of in line with the Battery Directive. Injuries and material damage Do not operate portable cassette converter whilst running or driving. You could fall or cause a traffic accident. Ensure adequate ventilation and do not cover the player to prevent overheating. 4
Do not place any open ignition sources, such as lit candles onto or close to the player. Damage to the electronics or to the housing caused by external influences, such as electric shocks, falls or others are not covered by the warranty and shall thus be charged for. Listening to headphones at high volume can cause permanent and irrepairable hearing loss! 5
6 4. Your portable cassette converter 4.1. View from top Play Rewind Fast forward Stop 4.2. View from sides DC connection Headphones USB connection Volume controls 6
5. Start 5.1. Open and close cassette compartment Open the cover of the cassette compartment to insert and remove an audio cassette or to insert the batteries by moving the side slider in the direction marked Open. The cover opens automatically. To close the cassette compartment again, press the slide again in the direction marked Open and then release for the slide to engage. 5.2. Insert batteries The portable cassette converter can be supplied with power by using batteries, a USB connection or a 3V power supply. To insert batteries into the player, open the cassette compartment as described in section 5.1. Next, open the battery compartment and insert two LR6 batteries or rechargeable batteries of the same specification in the battery compartment, as shown in the adjacent illustration. Finally, close the battery compartment again. 7
8 5.3. Insert audio cassette To insert an audio cassette in the player first open the cassette compartment as shown in section 5.1. Next insert the audio cassette in the cassette compartment as shown in the below illustration and close the cassette compartment again. 5.4. Connect earphone You can listen to music played on the portable cassette converter by plugging in an earphone or headphones as shown in the adjacent illustration. Connection is provided via a 3.5 mm (1/8 ) jack plug. 8
6. Playing back audio cassettes Once an audio cassette has been inserted in the player and the device is connected to power, the audio cassette can be played back. Press button to start playback of the audio cassette. To stop playback, press button. Press button to wind the cassette forward. End the fast forward operation by pressing the button. Press the button to rewind the cassette. End the rewind operation by pressing the button. Use side volume controls to regulate volume. Upon reaching the end of the cassette, the cassette can be turned to listen to the second side. 9
10 7. Digitize recordings 7.1. System requirements Windows XP/Vista/7/8 Pentium IV, 3.0 GHz or higher 2 GB RAM 1 GB available hard disk space CD/DVD drive Unassigned USB port 7.2. Install software Install the «Audacity» program to transfer music from the audio cassette converter to your computer and to convert it into MP3 format. 1. Insert the supplied CD ROM in the CD/DVD drive of your computer. The welcome screen appears. 2. Click on the name of the desired software. Follow the instructions on screen to carry out the installation. Note: Please back up your data, prior to installing the supplied software. The manufacturer shall not be liable for any data loss. If the CD does not install automatically, the software installation can be activated manually from My Computer. Further information about the use of the software can be found under the Help function of the program or on the Internet under http://audacity.sourceforge.net/. 10
7.3. Connect to computer Connect the portable cassette converter to your computer using the supplied USB cable. Plug the mini USB connector into the player and the other end into an unassigned USB port of your computer. The player sets itself up on the computer as a USB microphone. 7.4. Use of software Start the «Audacity» program by double clicking on the respective symbol on your Desktop. The following window arrears: 11
12 First, the portable cassette converter must be set up as the audio source in the program by selecting Edit and Settings and then Audio I/O for adding USB microphone or USB audio device. Next, select File and New to create a new project for making the recordings. To start recording, simultaneously press the button on the player and recording button 3 in the program (see illustration). 3 5 To end recording, press button 5 in the program. After terminating a recording you can listen to it by using the control buttons of the program. You can also cut or edit the recording. Further information about the program functions of the «Audacity» software can be found in the help function of the program. As soon as you have completed editing the recording it can be played back in MP3 format. In this format the recordings can be played back on all devices with MP3 playback function. To save a recording in MP3 format, select File and Export as MP3 from the program. In the next window enter a folder on the hard disk and a name for the recording file and then click on Save. You can then add further information about the recording and confirm this by clicking on OK. If during saving in MP3 format the message appears that the file Lame_enc.dll has to be specified, you have to specify this on the hard disk. If the LAME encoding software is not installed on your computer, you can download it from lame.sourceforge.net and install it. 12
8. Conformity This device was tested according to Part 15 of the FCC regulations and it was confirmed that the device complies with the limit values for class B digital devices. The aim of these limit values is to provide appropriate protection against adverse sources of interference in case of a domestic installation. If the device is not installed in accordance with the instructions, it may cause interference for TVs, radios and mobile radios. This device may be operated provided that the following is being observed: (1) This device may not cause any adverse interference. (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation or operational faults. In the event of radio or television reception being affected by this device this can be easily tested by switching the device on and off the user should try to remedy the fault by taking the following action: Turning the receiving aerial in another direction or changing its location. Increasing the distance between the device and the receiver. Contact your dealer or a radio/tv expert. The Manufacturer hereby declares that the CE marking was applied to the product in accordance with the basic requirements and other relevant provisions of the following Directives: 2011/65/EC RoHs Directive 2004/108/EC Low Voltage Directive The EC Declaration of Conformity can be requested from the address specified on the Warranty card. 13
14 9. Care Do not use any corrosive cleaners, such as mentholated spirits, thinners, etc. to clean the portable cassette converter housing and camera accessory. When required, clean system components with a soft dry cloth. 10. Disposal For disposal, separate packaging into different types and dispose of in line with environmental regulations in supplied collection containers. Batteries and storage batteries may not be disposed of in domestic waste. Consumers are obliged by law to return used batteries to communal collection points or dealers selling batteries. Storage batteries and batteries do therefore contain the adjacent symbol. Correct disposal of product: The adjacent symbol indicates that electrical and electronic equipment may not be disposed of in domestic waste in the EU. Please use the returns and collection points of your local council or contact your dealer you purchased the product from. This prevents potentially harmful effects on the environment and health as a result of incorrect disposal. For further information contact the respective department of your local council. www.recyclenow.com BOX CARD widely recycled BAG PLASTIC not currently recycled Visit www.recyclenow.com to see which items are collected in your area. 14
11. Technical specification Element Connections Power supply Dimensions Weight Beschreibung Mini USB port Headphone port 3.5 mm (1/8" jack plug) DC IN connection 3.0 V 2x 1.5 V LR6 (AA) batteries Mini USB port DC IN connection 3.0 V (Mains adapter not included) 110 mm x 80 mm x 30 mm Approx. 120 g (without batteries and cassette) 15
16 12. Warranty and Service Our service outlets will be happy to assist you in case of problems with the operation of the device or with any queries and problems. The device comes with a 3 year manufacturer s warranty. Please see the enclosed Warranty Card for details. Please contact our hotline prior to returning a defective device. Service address: Sertronics LTD MAGINON Service 45 Regal Drive, Walsall Enterprise Park Walsall, WS2 9HQ United Kingdom Manufacturer's address: supra Foto-Elektronik-Vertriebs-GmbH Denisstr. 28A 67663 Kaiserslautern Germany Tel.: 00 800-78 77 23 68 16
supra Foto-Elektronik-Vertriebs-GmbH Denisstr. 28A 67663 Kaiserslautern Germany 91546 06/2014 2001 5275