Before using18LSQT1284Inserting/removing a cassette1 Fit the AC adaptor or the battery and turn onthe power.2 Slide the [OPEN/EJECT] lever and open thecassette cover.≥When the cover is fully opened, the cassetteholder will come out.3 After the cassette holder is opened, insert/remove the cassette.≥When inserting a cassette, orient it as shownin the figure, and then securely insert it as faras it goes.≥When removing, pull it straight out.4 Push the [PUSH] mark 1 in order to closethe cassette holder.≥The cassette holder is housed.5 Only after the cassette holder is completelyhoused, close the cassette cover tightly.≥When inserting a previously recorded cassette,use the blank search function to find the positionwhere you want to continue recording. If you areoverwriting a previously recorded cassette, besure to find the position where you want tocontinue recording.≥When closing the cassette cover, do not getanything, such as a cable, caught in the cover.≥After use, be sure to rewind the cassettecompletely, remove it and put it in a case. Storethe case in an upright position. (-48-)≥If the indicator of the condensation does notdisplay on the LCD screen and/or EVF and younotice condensation on the lens or the mainunit, do not open the cassette cover otherwisecondensation may be formed on the heads orthe cassette tape. (-46-)ª When the cassette holder does notcome out≥Close the cassette cover completely, and thenopen it again completely.≥Check if the battery has run down.≥Check if the cassette compartment cover is incontact with grip belt as shown below. If so, besure the grip belt stays clear of the cover whenopening.ª When the cassette holder cannot behoused≥Set the mode dial to OFF, then to another modeagain.≥Check if the battery has run down.ª Accidental erasure preventionIf the accidental erasure prevention slider 1 of acassette is opened (slide in the direction of the[SAVE] arrow), the cassette cannot be recorded.When recording, close the accidental erasureprevention slider of the cassette (slide in thedirection of the [REC] arrow).Caution:Take care not to trap your fingers under thecassette holder when closing it.OPEN/EJECT1PUSHR E CSAVE1