Model PMD661 User GuideHandheld Solid State Recorder
1Package Contents...2Introduction ...3Features ...
2Package Contents• PMD661• Audio cable• USB cable• AC adapter• User guide• CD-ROM• Carry strap• Customer registration document (US only)• SD card
3IntroductionThank you for selecting the Marantz Professional PMD661 Portable Solid State Recorder.The PMD661 is an audio recorder that records in dig
4Quick Start GuideFollow the instructions on this page to Quick Start your new PMD661 Solid State Recorder and begin recording.The PMD661 comes with f
54. Press the REC button to start recording.5. Press the STOP button to stop recording.6. Press the 3/8¥ENTER button to play the just recorded file vi
6Names and FunctionsTopquwert!4!3y!2r!1yio!0q Internal MicrophonesStereo condenser microphones.w DISPLAYThe display shows the information of the PMD66
7t DISPLAY buttonPress the DISPLAY button to change the display contents like the time information with toggle operation. The content is different dep
8Right Sideqerwtq SpeakerInternal speaker of R channel.w POWER slide switchSlide and hold for a little time to turn power On.Slide to turn power Off.
9Frontqw eq PHONES JackFor monitoring and private listening, you can connect your headphones to this jack.w HP/SPK VOL ControlUse this to adjust the o
10Bottomqwq Tripod HoleThreaded screw hole for Tripod mount.w Battery compartmentFor 4 AA alkaline or rechargeable Ni-MH batteries.Displayoiurtyqweq
iiiThe lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangero
11Preparation Before UseInstalling the carry strap1. Put the carry strap through the shaft of the PMD661.2. Put the carry strap through the stopper of
12Removing batteries Battery compartment is located in the bottom of the unit. 1. Remove the battery compartment door. 2. Remove four AA type batterie
13Installing a memory cardThe PMD661 records onto various types of SD cards.1. Check that the power is turned off.2. Pull the SD card lid.3. Fully ins
14Clock SettingThe date and time are written on each audio track (file) when the track is started. When an audio track is viewed on a computer, this d
15LanguageThe Language menu item allows you to choose a display language (English, French, Spanish, German, Italian and Swedish).1. From Stop, press t
16Basic Recording OperationConnection DiagramMIC INMICROPHONELINEINLINEOUTAMPLIFIERRecording Procedure1. Slide and hold the POWER switch to turn on.2.
173. Press the REC PAUSE button to pause recording.4. Press the STOP button to stop recording and end the file (close the audio file).You can press th
18Audio Input for RecordingThe audio input for recording can be set from the “Input” menu. (☞ P.43)Set the “Rec Channel” menu to “stereo” to create a
19Recording Time ChartAll times are approximated record times. Different media manufacturers allow more or less space for error correction and the lik
20Recording Level ControlThe recording level control lets you select the type of input levelControl.– At the Manual Level Control When Manual is set
ivIMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONSREAD BEFORE OPERATING EQUIPMENTThis product was designed and manufactured to meet strict quality and safety standards. T
21Basic Playback OperationConnection DiagramLINEINLINEOUTAMPLIFIERPHONESHEADPHONEPlayback Procedure1. Slide and hold the POWER switch to turn on.2. Pr
225. Press the STOP button to stop playback.You can press the 3/8/ENTER button to play the just played file, or press the STOP button again to enter t
23SearchIn Play-Pause mode, press and hold the 4 or ¢ button for high speed searching without audio. 10X searching speed from 1 second to 4 seconds, a
24Advanced FeaturesMicrophone(s)– Attenuator The microphone attenuation switch permits the direct use of microphones that differ in sensitivity.• 0dB
25Pre RecordWhen PreRecord is on and the PMD661 is in record pause, it listens to the selected audio input(s) and continuously buffers 2 seconds of au
26Auto TrackWith the Auto Track (Automatic Track incrementing) On, a new audio file is begun automatically at specified intervals of recording time. T
273. Continue to let the PMD661 play to your desired OUT-point, or use the standard transport controls like the 4 or ¢ button to span greater time len
28MarkingMarks can be added during recording or playback manually or automatically. The marking information is stored as an ID3 tag (Ver 2) in MP3 fil
29Additional FeaturesKey LockSlide the KEY LOCK switch to lock the keys.The key lock secures the PMD661 in the state it is in during recording, playba
30RemoteThe PMD661 allows you to use an optional remote controller RC600PMD. (sold separately). The RC600PMD is designed for microphone interviews. It
vNOTE:This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These lim
31Extended Remote JackThe PLAY, FF and REW keys can be added to the remote control functions by using the equivalent circuit showing below.Circuit dia
32Display ControlPress the DISPLAY button to alternate information displays. Displays are slightly different in Stop, Record and Playback mode.During
33During Record mode:q Record TimeRemaining space on the cardInput sourceRecord timeFile nameF1 functionF2 functionw Total Remain TimeTotal remain tim
34During Playback mode:q Elapsed TimeCurrent position on the fileElapsed timeFile nameF1 functionF2 functionw Remain TimeRemaining timee Output LevelO
35USB ModeThe PMD661 records directly onto SD cards.Recordings can then be transferred to your desktop or laptop computer by removing the SD card from
36• While USB is on, a set screen is displayed.• The SD card in the PMD661 appears as a removable device on your computer.Notes:Check the operating
37MenuMenu Structure1 Presets ...Preset-1
38Top Menu1. From Stop, press the (F1: MENU) button.• The menu list appears on the display.• The selected item is highlighted.• When the first ite
39Preset MenuYou can stores 3 detailed presets on the recorder for such settings as recording input, recording format, playback mode, etc. There are 2
40Preset Rename1. From Stop, press the (F1: MENU) button.2. Press the PITCH + or PITCH – button to select Preset Menu. Then press the 3/8/ENTER butt
viDeclaration of Conformity EnglishWe declare under our sole responsibility that this product, to which this declaration relates, is in conformity wit
41Preset Menu List# Display Selectable Value1 Input INT MIC / MIC/LINE / LINE2 / D.IN2 Rec Format MP3-320 / MP3-256 / MP3-192 / MP3-128 / MP3-64 / PCM
42Default Value List# Display Preset-1 Preset-2 Preset-31 Input INT MIC INT MIC INT MIC2 Rec Format MP3-128 MP3-320 PCM-243 Rec Channel Stereo Stereo
43General Procedure in the edit mode1. In the Preset Action Menu, press the PITCH + or PITCH – button to select “Edit” then press the 3/8/ENTER button
444) Sample RateThe “Sample Rate” allows you to select the sampling frequency of the recording.Set Value Description44.1k Sampling frequency for both
459) Silent SkipThe “Silent Skip” menu item allows you to turn the silent skip feature on and set the silent level or turn the silent skip feature Off
4615) BatteryThe “Battery” menu item allows you to set the battery type. The PMD661 operates on 4 standard AA sizes Alkaline or Ni-MH batteries. The B
4719) Play ModeThe “Play Mode” menu item allows you to select the single playback mode or continuous playback mode.Set Value DescriptionSingle Single
48Display MenuYou can store presets on the display menu for such settings asBrightness, Timer, LED, Time form, Date form and File sort.1. From Stop, p
491) BrightnessThe “Brightness” menu choice allows you to adjust the brightness of the OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) display on the PMD661.Set V
507) DefaultThe “Default” menu item allows you to return the settings of the Display Menu to the default.See the table of Display Menu Functions.1. Fr
viiEnglishWARNINGSDo not handle the AC adaptor with wet hands.Do not cover the ventilation with any items such as tablecloths, newspapers, curtains, e
51Utility Functions# Display Description1 Record TimerSet a start time and the duration for recording.2 Play Timer 1 Set a start time of playback 1.3
523. Set the start time.• While the “Start Time” is highlighted, press the 3/8/ENTER button.• Press the 4 or ¢ button to select the item.• Press the P
533. Set the start time.• While the “Start Time” is highlighted, press the 3/8/ENTER button.• Press the 4 or ¢ button to select AM/PM, hour or minute.
541. From Stop, press the (F1: MENU) button.2. Press the PITCH + or PITCH – button to select “Utility”.Then press the 3/8/ENTER button to accept.3.
557) Card Format1. From Stop, press the (F1: MENU) button.2. Press the PITCH + or PITCH – button to select “Utility”.Then press the 3/8/ENTER button
56File List MenuThe file list displays a list of file titles, MP3 and WAV in ‘MPGLANG1’ or other folders. The list can be used to play, rename or dele
571) Play The “Play” menu item allows you to play the selected file.1. In the file list menu, press the PITCH + or PITCH – button to select “Play”.2.
583) File RenameThe “Rename” menu item allows you to change the file name of the selected file.1. In the file list menu, press the PITCH + or PITCH –
596) MoveThe “Move” menu item allows you to move a file from the current folder to another folder.1. In the file list menu, press the PITCH + or PITCH
602. Press the PITCH + or PITCH – button to select the folder you want to access. Then press the 3/8/ENTER button or the (F1: MENU) button to enter t
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613) Rename1. In the folder list menu, press the PITCH + or PITCH – button to select “Rename”. 2. Press the 3/8/ENTER button to access the rename wind
62TroubleshootingShould problems occur, it is often unnecessary to consult your dealer or technical service department. On the basis of the following
63Error MessageDetails of error processingDisplay DescriptionNo Card Card cannot be foundUnformat Format other than FAT16/32, or card format errorFu
64SpecificationsDigital Audio SystemSystem ... Solid State RecorderUsable media
65Limited WarrantyYour Marantz Professional product is warranted against manufacturer defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year par
66Exclusion of Damages (Americas only)Liability for any defective product is limited to repair or replacement of the product at manufacturer’s option.
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