I picked up an AKAI GXC-704D cassette deck for free from a friend. The unit seems to function. The transport is fine, it records and plays well, though I've only tested it with old consumer-quality Maxell tape. Anyways, I noticed that the input level knob seems to have no effect on the VU meters or the +7dB clip light, yet when I record with the input knob at 0 the tape doesn't get written.
Does anyone know where I can find a free user manual for this unit online? Or can someone tell me if this is normal, or if the machine is broken.
Does anyone know where I can find a free user manual for this unit online? Or can someone tell me if this is normal, or if the machine is broken.