Silvercrest SKD 1000 A1 User manual
SKD 1000 A1
Cassette Digitiser
with playback function
Cassette Digitiser
with playback function
User manual and
service information
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Kasettien digitointilaite
Toistotoiminto
Käyttöopas ja huolto-ohjeet
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USB-kassettbandspelare
med uppspelningsfunktion
Bruksanvisning och
serviceinformation
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Bånd-digitaliserer
med afspillingsfunktion
Brugervejledning og
serviceinformation
DK
1617135
TARGA GmbH
Lange Wende 41
D-59494 Soest
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Cassette Digitizer SilverCrest SKD 1000 A1
Important Safety Instructions
Before you use this device for the first time, please read the following notes in this
manual and heed all warnings, even if you are familiar with handling electronic
devices Keep this manual safe for future reference If you sell the device or pass it
on, it is essential that you also hand over this manual
This icon denotes important information for safe operation of the
product and for the user’s safety.
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Risks associated with excessive volume levels
Exercise caution when using the earphones SilverCrest PS-0 .
Listening at a high volume can damage your hearing.
In accordance with safety regulations the maximum permitted noise level is 100
dB(A) The device fully complies with these legal requirements
Do not use the earphones at high volume levels, otherwise you will damage your
hearing and possibly disturb other people Although the device is designed to
enable you to perceive external noise, never adjust the volume to such a high level
that you are not capable of hearing what is happening around you
Under dangerous circumstances (for example when driving a vehicle or when
working with machines) the sound may distract your attention or prevent you from
being aware of what is happening around you You should not use the device in
these situations
Operating Environment
The device is not designed for use in environments with high temperatures or
humidity (e g bathrooms), and must be kept free of dust Operating temperature
and operating humidity: 5°C to 35°, max 85 % RH
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Always make sure that:
•there is free circulation of air (do not place the device on shelves, on a carpet,
on a bed, or anywhere that obstructs the ventilation, and ensure at least 10 cm
clearance on all sides);
•no direct heat sources (e g radiators) can affect the device;
•no direct sunlight or bright artificial light reaches the device;
•contact with sprayed and dripping water and abrasive liquids must be avoided
and the device should never be operated near water It must especially never
be immersed (do not place any items containing liquids such as beverages,
vases, etc onto or next to the device);
•the device is never placed in the immediate vicinity of magnetic fields (e g
loudspeakers);
•no foreign bodies enter the device;
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the device is not subject to any great temperature changes as this may cause
moisture through condensation and short-circuits;
•the device is not subjected to excessive shocks and vibrations
•Candles and any other open flames must be kept away from this
product at any times in order to avoid the risk of fire
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Batteries
Insert the batteries with the correct polarity Refer to the polarity markings beside
the battery compartment Do not try to recharge the batteries and do not throw
batteries into the fire Do not mix battery types (old and new or carbon and alkaline,
etc ) Remove the batteries when the device is not to be used for a long time
Improper use may cause explosions and danger to life
Children
Electrical appliances do not belong in the hands of children! Do not allow children
to use electrical devices when not under supervision Children may not understand
that they can be dangerous Small parts can represent choking hazards Keep the
packaging away from children too as there is danger of suffocation
Batteries / rechargeable batteries can represent choking hazards Keep batteries
out of reach of children If a battery is swallowed, seek medical help immediately
Intended Use
This is a consumer electronics device It is designed for playing and digitizing audio
cassettes It may only be used for private use, not industrial or commercial
purposes Furthermore, the device may not be used in tropical climates Only
cables and external devices that comply with safety standards and the
electromagnetic compatibility and shielding quality of this device may be used
Failure to comply with this requirement can result in interference (e g mains hum
when using an optional mains adapter)
This device fulfils all conformity-relevant norms and standards Any modifications
to the device may result in these directives no longer being met Only use the
accessories recommended by the manufacturer If you are not using the device
within the Republic of Germany, you must observe the regulations and laws in the
country of use
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Repair and aintenance
Repairs are required when this device has been damaged in any way, for example
when the device housing is damaged, when liquids or objects have entered the
device or when the product has been exposed to rain or moisture Repairs are also
necessary when the product does not perform normally or if it has been dropped If
smoke, unusual noises or smells are noticed, switch off the device immediately In
these cases the device should no longer be used and should be inspected by
authorized service personnel Please contact qualified personnel when servicing is
needed Never open the housing of the device Only use a clean, dry cloth for
cleaning Never use any corrosive liquids Do not attempt to open the housing of
the device, otherwise you will void your warranty
Conformity Notice
This device complies with the basic and other relevant requirements of
the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC Further information on the conformity
of this device can be found at www silvercrest cc The declaration of
conformity can also be found at the end of this user manual
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Disposal of Old Devices
If the product is labelled with a struck-out waste bin, it is subject to
European Directive 2002/96/EC All electrical and electronic devices
must be disposed of separately from household waste at official
disposal centres With proper disposal of old devices you avoid
damage to the environment and your personal health For further
information about proper disposal, contact your local government,
disposal bodies or the shop where you bought the device
Disposal of Batteries
Old batteries do not belong in the domestic waste! They must be
handed in to a collection point for waste batteries
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Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions 2
Risks associated with excessive volume levels 2
Operating Environment 2
Batteries 4
Children 4
Intended Use 4
Repair and Maintenance 5
Conformity Notice 5
Disposal of Old Devices 6
Disposal of Batteries 6
Table of Contents 7
Introduction 9
Package Contents 9
Getting Started 9
Connectors and Controls 9
Left Panel 10
Right Panel 10
Top 10
Front 11
Interior view of the cassette compartment 11
Installing the Conversion Software 11
System Requirements 11
Installing AudioLava 11
Preparing the Cassette Digitizer 12
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Inserting the Batteries 12
Playing Cassettes 13
Connecting the earphones 13
Playing audio cassettes 13
Inserting an audio cassette 13
Playing the cassette 14
Removing the audio cassette 14
Copying Audio Cassettes to a PC 15
Connecting the device to your PC 15
Copying the cassette content to the PC 16
Editing the digitized content 19
Appendix 24
Technical Specifications 24
Troubleshooting 25
The cassette digitizer can’t be switched on 25
No sound 25
Problems when copying cassette content to a computer 25
Cleaning 26
Warranty Information 27
EC-Declaration of Conformity 79
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Cassette Digitizer SilverCrest SKD 1000 A1
Introduction
Thank you for choosing a SilverCrest product With this cassette digitizer you can
not only play your audio cassettes when moving or travelling; you can also convert
them to a modern, digital multimedia format and even store the digital audio data
on a CD or a USB memory stick
Package Contents
SilverCrest Cassette
Digitizer SKD 1000 A1
SilverCrest
earphones PS-08 USB cable, length 70 cm
2 AA-sized brand-name
batteries, 1 5 V
CD with the AudioLava
conversion software (not
shown)
User manual with service
information (not shown)
Getting Started
Connectors and Controls
This User Manual has a fold-out cover Please fold out the title page and read the
following descriptions This will enable you to always have the diagram visible,
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