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ACCESSORIES
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SPECIAL
NOTES
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PRECAUTIONS
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NAMES OF CONTROLS AND
INDICATORS
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POWERSOURCE
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BEFORERECORDING
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RECORDING USING THE ANALOG
CABLE
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10-11
RECORDING USING THE OPTICAL
DIGITAL
CABLE
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RECORDING FROM THE
MICROPHONE
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13-14
CONVENIENT RECORDING
FUNCTION
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ABOUT TRACK
NUMBERS..............
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ABOUT
THE
TOC..
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PLAYINGA MiniDiscC
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CONVENIENT PLAYBACK
FUNCTIONS
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EDITING
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USING WITH OTHER EQUIPMENT . . 32
CONVENIENT OPERATION OF THE
UNIT...........................................
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WHATIS AMINIDISC?
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TROUBLESHOOTING
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MINIDISC
SYSTEM LIMITATIONS..
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ERROR
MESSAGES..
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MAINTENANCE
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Remote Control Unit x 1
(RRMCW0043AFSD)
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Headphones (RPHOH0185AFZZ) x 1
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AC Adaptor
(RADPA3489AFZZ)
x 1
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Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery
(AD-T51 BT) x 1
(UBATl0088AFSA)
Note:
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Battery Case (GCASZ0086AFSA) x 1
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Analog Cable
(QCNWG0382AFZZ)
x 1
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Optical Digital Cable x 1
(QCNWG0422AFZZ)
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Carrying Bag
(UBAGCOO83AFSA)
x 1
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Handstrap
(UBNDT0086AFSA)
x 1
Parts and equipment mentioned in this operation manual other than those detailed above
are not included.
For optional accessories, contact your local dealer, call the Sharp
Accesories
and Supply Center at l-800-642-2122, or visit SHARP’s web site (http:/’
www.sharp-usa.com).
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How to attach the
handstrap
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It is the intent of Sharp that this product
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be used in full compliance with the copy-
right laws of the United States and that
prior permission be obtained from copy-
right owners whenever necessary.
Caution
--
use of controls or adjust-
herein may result in hazardous
Contains Lithium-ion Battery. Must be
Disposed of properly. Contact Local En-
vironmental Officials for disposal instruc-
tions.
US and foreign patents licensed from
Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corpora-
tion.
The letters in brackets contained in the
model number indicate the color of the
product only. Operation and specifica-
tions are unaffected.
FOR YOUR RECORDS
For your assistance in reporting this unit in case of loss or theft, please record below
the model number and serial number which are located on the bottom of the unit.
Please retain this information.
Model number
Serial number
Date of purchase
Place of purchase
Note:
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 limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in
a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not in-
stalled and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the re-
ceiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
WARNING
FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment
not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate this
equipment.
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lmportant
Do not wear your headphones when you
are crossing streets or near traffic.
Do not use your headphones while driv-
ing a motor vehicle, it may create a dan-
gerous traffic hazard and may be ille-
gal. Remember to obey all of the safety
rules in your area.
Do not play the unit at a high volume.
Hearing experts advise against ex-
tended listening at high volume levels.
If you experience ringing in your ears,
reduce the volume or discontinue use.
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Volume setting
If the volume is adjusted according to your
usual expectations of noise, you may dam-
age your hearing due to the high volume.
Reduce the volume before starting to play.
MiniDiscs,
compared to ordinary cassette
tapes, have very little noise.
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Concern for others when listen-
ing to
MiniDiscs
While listening to music, the sound escap-
ing from your headphones may annoy
people around you.
If you are using the unit in particularly
crowded places (such as on trains or
buses), reduce the volume to avoid disturb-
ing people around you.
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Storing the unit
Avoid using or leaving the unit in
the following places.
Places exposed to direct sunlight for
many hours (especially in cars with the
doors and windows closed) or near heat-
ers.
(The cabinet may deform, change color
or malfunction.)
Places exposed to water.
Places exposed to excessive dust.
Places where temperatures are exces-
sively high or low.
Places (bathrooms) where the humidity
is extremely high.
Places with strong magnetic fields such
as TVs or loudspeakers.
Places exposed to vibration.
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Places where sand can easily enter the
‘inside of the unit (beaches etc.).
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If the unit is used near radio tuners or
TVs, noise and/or picture interference
may result. If you experience these prob-
lems, move the unit away from such de-
vices.
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Precautions
To avoid accidental electric shock
or other possible problems, observe
the precautions listed below.
Do not disassemble or modify the unit.
Do not drop or subject the unit to shock.
Do not use the unit near open flames.
Do not spill liquid on the unit.
Do not use an external power supply,
other than the 5V DC power supply
packaged unit.
SHARP is not responsible for damage
due to improper use. Refer all servicing
to a SHARP authorized service center.
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Notes about the
rechargeable
batterv
A rechargeable lithium-ion battery is the
only kind that can be used. Even if the
battery supplied with the unit is not used,
you should charge it at least once every
three months to maintain the battery.
The rechargeable battery can be
charged approximately 300 times.
Do not use any battery other than that
specified. Use of other batteries may
cause malfunctions.
When the operating time is reduced to
about half the normal amount of time,
even after a full charge is performed, re-
place the battery with a new one.
When charging or when using the re
chargeable battery, use it within an am-
bient temperature range of 41
“F(5”C)
to
95”F(35”C).
If the rechargeable battery is used in a
cold environment, the operating time
will
be reduced.
Since the rechargeable battery is
vulnerable to damage, please note
the following.
Do not
carry
the battery in your pocket
or a bag together with metal objects
(keys, coins, jewelry, etc.). The battery
may short out and generate significant
amounts of heat.
Do not short-circuit the terminals as they
will become very hot and will damage
the battery.
Do not dip the battery in water, do not dis-
pose of it in a fire, and do not take it apart.
To avoid damaging the battery and
shortening its service life, please
note the followina.
Do not drop or
subject
the battery to
shock.
Do not insert objects (metal etc.) into the
battery compartment of this product or
into the rechargeable battery. Do not get
the terminals dirty. If the rechargeable
terminals are dirty, the operating time
may be shortened or it may not be pos-
sible to charge the battery.
After the rechargeable battery is charged
or used, it will get slightly warm. This is
normal.
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Remote control unit
1. Synchro Recording Indicator
2. Character/Time Information Indicator
3. Record Indicator
4. Repeat Indicator
5. Random Indicator
6. Disc Mode Indicator
7. Total Track Number Indicator
8. Track Number Indicator
9. Battery Indicator
10. Headphones Jack
11. Display/Volume Shuttle Switch
12. Hold Switch
13. Play/Pause/Fast Reverse/
Fast Forward Shuttle Switch
14. Stop/Power Off/Bass/Play Mode
Shuttle Switch
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Main unit
1. Monaural Long-Play Mode Indicator
2.
Record Indicator
3.
Level Meter
4.
Repeat Indicator
5.
TOC Indicator
6.
Battery Indicator
7.
Random Indicator
8. Track Number Indicator
9.
Character/Time Information
Indicator
10. Synchro Recording Indicator
11. Disc Mode Indicator
12. Disc Name Indicator
13. Track Name Indicator
14. Remaining Recording Time
Indicator
15. Total Track Number Indicator
16. Record/Track Mark Button
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17. Mode Button
18. Bass/Delete Button
19. Enter/Fast
Play/Synchro Button
20. Volume/Cursor Up Button
21. Volume/Cursor Down Button
22. Edit/Auto Mark/Time Mark Button
23. Display/Character Select button
24. Fast Reverse/Fast Forward/Record-
ing Level Control/Name Select
Shuttle Switch
25. Stop/Power Off Button
26. Play/Pause Button
27. Open Lever
28. Headphones Jack
29. Optical/Line Input Jack
30. Handstrap Holder
31. Hold Switch
32. Battery Case Connection Terminals
33. Microphone Input Jack
34.
5v DC Input Jack
35. Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery
Compartment
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This unit can be used with 4 different power sources: a rechargeable battery, an AC
adaptor, a battery case, and a separately available car adaptor (AD-CA20X).
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Mark
To the DC IN 5V jack
Insert securely, all the
way
In.
AC
12OV,
60 Hz
To an AC outlet
Notes:
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After charging has been completed, the
AC adaptor may be left connected.
(For example, when charging at night)
If the rechargeable battery is in the unit,
it will be charged, even while operating
the unit. (Float charge)
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Rechargeable battery power
When the rechargeable battery IS used for
the
first
time
or when you want to use it af-
ter a long period of non use, be sure to
charge it fully.
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3
4
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Open the rechargeable battery compart-
ment cover.
Insert the rechargeable battery.
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Insert the side with the arrow first.
Close the rechargeable battery compart-
ment cover.
Plug the AC adaptor into the AC outlet,
and then insert the plug on the AC adap-
tor cord into the DC IN 5V jack.
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About 4 seconds later,
"
B
"
will
flash, and the battery will
begin
charg-
ing.
l Battery charging will be complete
in
3.0 hours. When the charging IS com-
plete,
"
B
"
will
go out.
Do not force open the rechargeable bat-
tery cover too far.
When the AC adaptor plug is inserted
and a MiniDisc has already been in-
serted, playback may start automatically.
In this case, press the
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:OFF button
twice to turn the power off.
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Backof
the
MD recorder
While you are using the rechargeable
battery and the alkaline battery at the
same time, do not remove either of them.
If you do, while the unit is in the play
mode, playback will stop. When in the
recording mode, the recorded contents
will be erased, and the power may be
disconnected.
Do not use rechargeable batteries
(nickel-cadmium battery etc.) in the bat-
tery case.
If the unit will not be used for a long pe-
riod of time, remove the battery. (Even
if the power is turned off, the battery will
drain slowly but
continuously.)
Be sure to hold the plug when removing
it. If you pull on the cord, it may break,
or the unit may malfunction.
Do not use any car adaptor except for
the separately available AD-CA20X.
For information about the battery life, see
the battery section in the SPECIFICA-
TIONS on page 40.
This unit should only be used within the
range of
32”F(O”C)
and 104”F(40°C).
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Alkaline battery power
If you use the battery case and the re-
chargeable battery at the same time, the
MD can play much longer than with only
one battery power source.
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Use one commercially available alkaline
battery (LR6, “AA” size).
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Make sure that a fully charged recharge-
able battery is inserted.
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Do not use the unit if it only has an
alkaline battery in it.
2
Insert the battery into the battery case.
(1) Open the case cover.
(2) Insert the battery according to the
polarity marked on the inside of the
battery case. Then, close the case
cover.
3
Attach the battery case to the main unit.
(1) Match the bumps on the battery case
to the holes in the main unit.
(2) Turn the screw in the direction
marked “LOCK” to secure the bat-
tery case.
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AC power
1
Connect the cord from the AC adaptor
to the DC IN 5V jack on the main unit.
2
Plug the AC adaptor into an AC outlet.
Notes:
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When there is thunder or lightning in your
vicinity, unplug the AC adaptor from the
AC outlet.
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When the unit is not in use for extended
periods, remove the AC adaptor from the
AC outlet.
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Never use an AC adaptor other than the
one specified. Otherwise, problems or
serious hazards may be created.
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Do not bend, twist or tie the power cord
or put heavy objects on top of it.
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Type of recording
Two types of recording are possible: “Digital recording” and “Analog recording”. There are
different cables and connections for each type of recording, depending on the jacks on the
equipment being connected to the unit.
(1)
Analog
recording
(2) Digital recording
Connect the unit to equipment that has a
Connect the unit to equipment that has an
line output jack, using the analog cable
in
optical output jack using the optical digital
cluded with this unit.
cable included with this unit. Usinq an opti-
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Main equipment: CD player, MD player,
radio cassette player, etc.
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Cable required: Analog cable included
cal signal to transfer the music to
a Minidisc
allows very high quality recording.
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Main equipment: CD player, MD player,
with this unit
To the line output
jacks on a stereo
DSS tuner, etc.
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Cable required: Optical digital cable
included with the unit.
Optical digital cable
included with this unit
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Playback side
To the optical output
jack (square shaped
jack) on a stereo etc.
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Types of discs
There are two types of discs: playback-only and recordable discs.
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Playback-only
MiniDisc:
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Recordable
MiniDisc:
This type of MiniDisc usually contains
This is a “raw disc” on which recording
commercially available pre-recorded
can be performed.
music. This is the same kind of optical
This is a magnetooptical disc.
disc as CDs. Playback is performed
us-
Recordings are made using a laser and
ing an optical pickup.
a modulated magnetic field. Repeated
(Recording and editing are not possible.)
recording is possible.
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There will only
Shutters can be
be a shutter on
seen on both
one side (the back).
sides of this
type of disc.
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To prevent recorded discs from being erased accidentally
Notes:
Protected against
accidental erasure
Slide the accidental erase prevention tab,
located on the side of the disc, in the direc-
tion indicated bv the arrow.
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When making important recordings, it is
recommended that you use the AC
adaptor. A fully charged rechargeable
battery should be loaded into the unit.
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Then, even if a power failure occurs, the
power source will switch over to the re-
chargeable battery automatically.
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When using the rechargeable battery or
the alkaline battery, if the headphones
volume level is set to
“o”, the battery
The disc
will
then be protected against
accidental erasure.
To add a recording to such a disc, slide
the accidental erase prevention tab back
to its original position.
consumption will be less than when lis-
tening to the recording while it is being
made.
Insert each plug firmly. If the connections
are poor, the recording may not be made
properly. Always keep the plugs clean.
If the plugs are dirty, electrical noise may
be recorded.
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Recording from CDs or MDs (Synchro recording)
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Svnchro recording is a method that detects the playback sound from the source equip-
ment. When
sound
is present, it automatically
starts
recording. When the sour&is
silent, the recordina will be paused
1. connect the external equipment.
(See page 8.)
. Insert a recordable
MiniDisc.
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3
Press the REC button.
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To record from a tuner, first tune in a
broadcast.
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To record from a CD, first start play-
ing the track you want to record.
4
While
playing sound from the external
equipment connected to this unit, move
the
H1
REC LEVEL
H
shuttle switch
to adjust the recording level.
5
6
0
Adjust the recording level so that the
maximum sound volume from the
source makes the reading swing
somewhere between -4
dB
and 0
dB.
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To record from a CD, first adjust the
recording level. Then put the equip-
ment connected to this unit into the
playback stand-by mode.
Press the ENTER/SYNC button.
Begin playback on the source equip-
ment.
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Recording will begin automatically.
To interrupt recording:
When the source equipment is stopped,
the unit will enter the synchro recording
stand-by mode. When playback is re-
sumed, a recording will be resumed.
If a silence lasts for 3 seconds or more,
the recording will be paused.
Pressing the
HI
button on this unit
(when in this mode) will cause the unit
to enter the recording stand-by mode
and cancel the synchro recording mode.
To stop recording:
Press the
U:OFF
button.
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If the unit is left unattended after the
recording is complete, the power will
automatically shut off in approximately
2 minutes.
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-4dB
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After recording:
Press the
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/:OFF button while in the stop
mode.
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After the track number has been written
on the disc, the power will shut off auto-
matically. (For details about the TOC,
see page 20.)
To remove
the
MiniDisc:
Turn
off the power and move the OPEN
lever in the direction indicated by the arrow.
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Recording from a tuner or a CD
(Manual recording)
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Manual recordings can be started and
stopped as you like.
1
Place the unit in the recording stand-by
mode. (Perform steps 1
--
4 in the “Syn-
chro recording” section.)
2
Press the
)I1
button.
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Recording will start.
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To record from a CD, press the
)I1
button, and then start playback on the
equipment connected to this unit.
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Track numbers can be created while
recording. (Page 17)
To interrupt recording:
Press the
)II
button while recording.
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The unit will enter the recording stand-
by mode.
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To resume recording, press the HI but-
ton again.
The track number will be increased by
one each time you interrupt a record-
ing.
Recordings
can not be made in the
following situations:
B
Recording on a playback-only MiniDisc
(commercially available music)
D
If a MiniDisc is protected against acci-
dental erasure (page 9)
about
the recording level:
B
If the recording level is too low, the play-
back sound volume may be too low to
hear well. If it is too high, the playback
sound may be greatly distorted. Since
digitally recorded CDs have a large dy-
namic range (the volume can vary tre-
mendously from very soft to extremely
loud), do not set the recording level any
higher than is necessary.
Precautions
when recording:
B
Do not jar or bump the main unit while
recording. Otherwise, the recording
may be unusable.
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Depending on the strength and type 01
playback signal in the original record-
ing, the new recording may not begin
or pause at the correct point when in
the synchro mode. If this happens, try
making a manual recording.
Precautions when inserting a MiniDisc:
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To insert a MiniDisc, push on the middle
of the edge of the disc while holding it
parallel to the main unit.
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If any resistance is felt, do not try to
force the
MiniDisc
into the unit. It may
additional more problems. If resistance
is felt, remove the MiniDisc and try re-
loading it.
Notes:
l Whenever any button is pressed, the
remote control display will light for ap
proximately 7 seconds.
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The REC button does not light.
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This is the method used for recording digital signals from CDs or
MDs
exactly as they
are stored on the original. Compared to recordings made from analog inputs, digital
recordings have extremely high-quality sound.
1
Connect the external equipment.
(See page 8.)
Synchro recording: Page 10
perform the following steps on the
equipment connected to this unit.
(1) First, put it in the playback mode.
(2) Next, put it in the pause mode.
(3) Finally, position it at the beginning
(1) Insert a recordable MiniDisc, and
then press the REC button.
(2) Press the ENTER/SYNC button.
(3) Start the playback on the equipment
connected to this unit.
Manual recording: Page 11
(1) Insert a recordable MiniDisc, and
then press the REC button.
(2) Press the
)[I
button.
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When recording from digital inputs,it
is not necessary to adjust the record-
ing level.
There are cases where digital
recording may be impossible.
In the following cases digital recording is
impossible, even if you are using digital
cables.
When you attempt to make a new digital
recording from a track that was digitally re-
corded on a
MiniDisc.
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MiniDiscs
are designed so that only first
generation digital copies can be made.
Further digital copies are prevented by
the SCMS (Serial Copy Management
System).
fFGj%aq
Digital cable
-1
E=5
CD player, MD
Digitally recorded
MiniDisc
lPlaybackl
Digital cable
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Analog recording is
possible.
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Notes:
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This unit incorporates a sampling rate converter.
When this unit is connected to digital equipment such as a DSS tuner or DAT tape
recorder that use a different sampling frequency (32 kHz or 48
kHz),
recordings can
still be made. (The sampling frequency of this unit is 44.1
kHz.)
When making a digital recording from a portable CD player (if the player has a sound
skip prevention function and this function is turned on) the optical output will drop out
and digital recording will not be possible. Be sure to turn the sound skip prevention
function off.
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Recording from the microphone (Mic synchro recording)
The recording will begin automatically in response to a noise or a person speaking. When
the sound stops, the recording will pause. This function is convenient when recording
lectures, conferences, etc.
Stereo microphone
(commercially available)
To the MIC IN jack
1
Connect the stereo microphone to the
MIC IN jack on the main unit.
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When a microphone is connected to
this unit, the unit will automatically
switch to input from the microphone.
2
Insert a recordable
MiniDisc.
(See page 10.)
3
Press the REC button.
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A monaural, long-play recording mode
is available. (Page 17)
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Timed identification marks can be cre-
ated while recording. (Page 15)
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Move the
t++
REC LEVEL
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shuttle
switch to adjust the recording level.
OdB
-4dB
0 Adjust the recording level so that the
maximum sound volume from the
source makes the reading swing be-
tween -4
dB
and 0
dB.
0
When the recording level display is
changed from “MIC H 21” to “MIC L
20”,
the sound will be interrupted mo-
mentarily.
This is normal.
5
Press the ENTER/SYNC button to se-
lect the synchro recording level. (This
level can be changed, even while re-
cording.)
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Refer to the following table.
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Synchro
recording level
Sound level at which
display
to start recording
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When the microphone input is set to
“MIC SYNC
H”,
recording will start
when the smallest noise is detected.
If the unit starts recording too often
from small unwanted noises, set the
microphone input to “MIC SYNC L”.
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When a sound, such as a person speak-
ing, is picked up by the microphone, re-
cording will begin automatically.
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If a silence lasts for 3 seconds or
more, the recording will be paused au-
tomatically. However, the unit will not
pause for about the first 10 seconds
after recording has started.
To interrupt a synchro recording:
Press the
,I1
button while recording.
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The Mic synchro recording mode will be
canceled, and the unit will enter the re-
cording stand-by mode.
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To resume synchro recording, press the
ENTER/SYNC button again.
To stop recording:
Press the
U:OFF
button.
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Recording from the microphone
(Mic manual recording)
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You can start recording manually (any-
time you like).
1
Put the unit in the recording stand-by
mode. (Perform steps 1
---
4 in the “Mic
synchro recording” section.)
2
Press the
,I!
button.
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Recording will start.
To interrupt a recording:
Press the
,I1
button while recording.
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The unit will enter the recording stand-
by mode.
0
To resume recording, press the
)!I
but-
ton again.
The track number will be increased by
one each time you interrupt a record-
ing.
To stop recording:
Press the
U:OFF
button.
Notes:
0
If you want to use a microphone, be sure it is a plug-in-power type microphone.
l When a plug-in-powertype microphone is plugged in, the main unit will provide power
for the microphone’s operation.
l If a different type of microphone is plugged in, it may not operate properly or it may
cause the unit to malfunction.
0
Insert the plug firmly. If you don’t, the recording will not be made properly.
0
Use a microphone with a 1/8”(3.5 mm) diameter stereo mini plug.
0
While making a mic recording, do not connect anything to the LINE IN jack on the main
unit.
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Creating marks while making a mic recording
(Timed auto mark function)
Marks can be created at a fixed interval
(every 5 minutes is the default setting) so
that the beginning of any track can be found.
The interval at which marks are created can
be changed by the user.
While in the recording stand-by mode or
while recording, press the EDIT button.
Each time the button is pressed, the set-
ting will change as follows:
I
(A mark is created
every 5 minutes.)
(A mark is created
every
10
minutes.)
The time between marks may vary
slightly when compared with the actual
recording time.
About the timed auto mark:
Whenever a recording begins, a track num-
ber will be created automatically.
0
-
: Track number which is created
when a silence lasts for 3 seconds or
more during synchro recording.
0
-
-
-
:
Track number which is created
bv the timed auto mark function.
Example when the setting is for “5 minutes”:
1
When making a mic synchro recording
1
Track Track
Track
Track Track
number
1
number
2
number
3 number 4
number 5
I.
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:.
>
A
A
1
If a silence lasts for 3 seconds or
1
more, a timed auto mark will be
created 5 minutes after the previ-
ously created track number..
When making
a mic manual recording
Track
Track
Track
Track
number
1
number
2
number 3
number
4
!
,
t
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I
I
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5 minutes
5 minutes
5 minutes
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A timed auto mark will be created ev-
ery 5 minutes.
When the timed auto mark setting has
beenchanged
Track
Track
number 1
number 2
,
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I
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3 minutes
10 minutes
10 minutes
When the setting is changed to 10
minutes while recording, a timed auto
mark will be created 10 minutes after
[
the change is made.
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Recording tracks as a single track
You can record several pieces of music as
a single track, disable the auto marker func-
tion.
1
Press the EDIT button while the record-
ing is paused.
(The display will be blanked
out immediately.)
2
Press the
)II
button.
0
Recording will start.
Note:
0
When making digital recordings using a
CD player or an MD player, track num-
bers will be created automatically re-
gardless of the setting of the auto marker
function.
Making a track number
automatically:
Press the EDIT button while the recording
is paused.
0
“AUTO MARK” will be displayed.
n
To start recording from the
middle of an existing track
You can erase a portion of a track that has
been already recorded and make a new
recording.
Warning:
0
All of the tracks that follow the newly re-
corded track will be erased.
1 During playback, press the
)II
button
at the point where you want to begin re-
recording.
2
Press the
REC
button.
0
To cancel the operation, press the
U:OFF
button.
3
Press the ENTER/SYNC button.
0
All of the tracks and track names will
be erased, following the point where
the playback is paused.
Number of the track
to be recorded
next
4
Press the
)I1
button.
0
Recording will start.
Note:
0
When there is a track that you don’t want
to erase after the point on the disc where
you want to make a new recording, use
the move function to move the track and
then make your recording after that
point.
(See “EDITING”, page 26.)
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To check the remaining
disc time
While recording, you can check the
remaining time available on the disc.
Press the
DISP
button while recording or
while in the recording pause mode.
Remaining recordable time
0
When the
DISP
button is pressed again,
the unit will return to the initial display.
W
Double time
recording
in
monaural mode
When recording in the monaural long-play
mode, it can be about twice as long as the
recording time available for a stereo record-
ing. The monaural long-play mode is very
useful for recording conferences or lectures.
Press the MODE button while the record-
ing is paused.
0
Each time this button is pressed, the dis-
play will switch between the stereo mode
and the monaural long-play mode.
tights up
while
in the
monaural long-play mode.
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Note:
0
The display of the remaining disc time
may vary slightly from the actual remain-
ing time. (Page 38)
Notes:
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To create your own track
numbers while recording
You can create your own track numbers at
special points in a recording, so that these
points can easily be found later.
At any point where you want to create a
track number while recording, press the
REC button (Remote control
:
move the
shuttle switch to BASS).
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The track number will be written on the
disc and the recording will continue un-
interrupted.
If input is from a stereo source, the
sounds from the left and right channels
will be combined.
Although the monitor sound you hear in
the headphones while recording is in ste-
reo, recording will be monaural.
MiniDiscs recorded in the monaural
long-play mode may not play on other
MD players.
When a recording is made in the mon-
aural long-play mode, you will be able
to play back the MiniDisc twice as fast
as the normal playback speed. (Page
24)
When the unit is stopped after a record-
ing has been made in the monaural long-
play mode, the recording mode will re-
turn to the stereo mode automatically.
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To erase tracks
To erase tracks one at a time:
1
Start playing the
track
you want to erase,
and press the
)I1
button.
0
The unit will enter the pause mode.
2
Press the EDIT button to select
“ERASE”.
Number of the
paused track
3
Press the ENTER/SYNC button.
0
To cancel the operation, press the
B/:OFF button.
4
Press the ENTER/SYNC button again.
0
The track will be erased.
To erase all of the tracks at once:
1
While in the stop mode, press the
EDIT button to select “ALL ERASE”.
0
“ALL ERASE” can also be selected
by holding down the EDIT button for
at least 2 seconds.
2
Press the ENTER/SYNC button.
0
To cancel the operation, press the
B/:OFF button.
3
Press the ENTER/SYNC button again.
0
All of the track numbers, track names,
and disc names will be erased.
Notes:
0
Once a track has been erased, it can-
not be recovered. Double-check the
track number before erasing it.
0
When a track is erased, the numbers as-
signed to the tracks following the erased
track will be automatically decreased by
one.
0
When a track is erased, the track name
will be erased at the same time.
5
To erase other tracks, repeat steps 1
-
4.
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When recording, track numbers will be created automatically.
(Auto marker function/Synchro marker function)
When recording from analog inputs:
(Including digital inputs other than
CDs or MiniDiscs)
A new track number will automatically be
created whenever 1 second or more of si-
lence occurs in the source.
(Auto marker function)
If there is some noise in the “silent”
spaces from the source, the track num-
bers may not be created at the correct
position, depending on the contents of
the source being recorded.
You can also record a series of tracks
without using the auto marker function.
When recording from digital inputs:
(CDs/MiniDiscs only)
Track numbers will be created automatically
for each track at the same point where track
numbers already exist on the CD or
MiniDisc.
(Synchro marker function)
First track
Second track
Third
track
I;f;back
]
1
TrackA
1
Track B
1
TrackC)
First track
Second track Third track
Track A Track B Track C
The track numbers on the playbackside
may not match the track numbers re-
corded on the
MiniDisc.
When recording, if a programed play-
back is performed by the source or play-
back is performed by selecting tracks
manually, the
MiniDisc track numbers
may not be the same as on the source.
The track numbers can also be changed
after recording.
Track numbers may not be created,
even when recording from digital inputs,
depending on the CD player used for the
source.
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The TOC (an abbreviation for Table of Contents) is information about the track numbers
and recorded areas that allow the unit to find musical selections or sounds. The entire MD
is controlled by the information in this TOC, which enables the unit to find the beginning of
a track quickly or to record automatically in a vacant area.
0
The TOC is recorded in a specific area on a
MiniDisc.
which is not used for sound
recording.
W
About TOC recording
When you start recording or editing,
"TOC"
will appear in the display.
This indicates that information in the TOC
is now being changed according to record-
ing or editing being performed.
0
The changed TOC information will not
be recorded on the MiniDisc right
away.
Notes:
0
0
While
“TOC”
is displayed, the MiniDisc
should not be removed. Turn the power
off first, and then remove the
MiniDisc.
The edited contents can be stored on
the disc after several editing steps have
been performed.
w
When is the TOC recorded?
The revised TOC will be recorded on the
disc automatically when you press the
U:OFF
button while in the stop mode.
this
will also turn the power to this unit off.
The power will be turned off after the TOC
has been recorded on the disc.
Caution:
While “TOC” or “TOC EDIT!” is dis-
played, do not do any of the following.
-
Do not jar or bump the main unit.
-
Do not unplug the AC adaptor.
-
Do not remove the rechargeable bat-
tery or battery case.
If you do, the changes in the recorded
or edited contents will be lost if the TOC
information is not recorded properly.
If the AC adaptor is unplugged or a
power failure occurs while recording (be-
fore the TOC information has been writ-
ten on the disc), the new recording will
be erased.
When a new recording is added to a
MiniDisc
in a position where TOC infor
mation already exists, the added record-
ing will be erased.
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To interrupt playback:
Press the
)II
button during playback.
0
To resume playback, press the
)I1
but-
ton again.
To stop playback:
Press the
n
/:OFF button.
To turn off the power:
Press the
n
/:OFF button while in the stop
mode.
0
If the unit is not operated for at least 2
minutes while in the stop mode. the
power will shut off automatically.
To remove the
MiniDisc:
Turn
off the power and move the OPEN le-
ver in the direction indicated by the arrow.
Resume auto play function:
0
When you press the n /:OFF button to
stop playback, or when you turn the
power off and then you resume play-
back, it will resume at the point on the
MiniDisc where the playback was halted.
0
If the MiniDisc is removed and inserted,
and playback is resumed, playback will
start from the first track.
Precautions when making
connec-
Caution:
tions:
0
When the unit is not to be used imme-
0
Do not use any remote control unit,
diately after a
MiniDisc has been
in-
except for the one included with this
serted, or when you plan to carry the
unit.
unit, turn off the power or cancel the
0
Do not remove the rubber pads from auto-play function. Otherwise, the
the headphones.
auto-play
function will be activated and
0
Insert each plug securely, all the way
the battery will run down.
in.
0
Since the main unit and the AC adap-
0
Be sure to hold the plug when remov- tor can heat up during use, you should
ing it. If you pull on the cord, it may avoid allowing the unit to be in direct
break, or the unit may malfunction. contact with your skin for any length
Interrupted
sound:
of time.
0
This product is designed to eliminate
When using the unit with a car adaptor:
interruptions in the sound which can
0
When you switch off the ignition key
be caused by vibrations. However, if
during playback, the power to this unit
the unit is continuously exposed to will also be turned off. Then, when the
vibrations or mechanical shock, the ignition key is switched on, playback
sound may be interrupted momen-
will star-l from the beginning of the track
tarily. where playback was halted (Resume
When
the sound is distorted:
auto-play function). However, the
0
If the volume is too high while the bass
power to the unit may not be turned
is being emphasized, the sound may
off when the ignition is turned off, de-
be distorted, depending on the music
pending on the type of car.
on the track. If this happens, decrease
,
the bass level or lower the volume
level.
0
If the volume is increased to “VOL 24
or higher, the bass level will be ad-
justed automatically.
(This is done to reduce the distortion
in the sound.)
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APSS
(Auto Proaram Search system
APSS automatically locates the beginning
of any track.
To move to the beginning of the
next track:
Move the shuttle switch tom during play-
back.
To re-start the track being played:
Move the shuttle switch to
H1
during play-
back.
To skip a number of tracks at one time,
move the shuttle switch to
HI
or
H
re-
peatedly until the desired track number is
shown.
To begin playback at a desired track, move
the shuttle switch to
H1
or
m
while in the
stop mode to select the track number. Then
press the
,I[
button.
Note:
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When the first track is selected and the
shuttle switch is moved to
H1,
the last
track on the disc will be located. When
the last track is selected and the shuttle
switch is moved to
m,
the first track
will be located.
H Cue and review
1
Load a
MiniDisc
and begin playback.
2
Move and hold the shuttle switch at
H
for audible fast forward, or move and
hold the shuttle switch at
H1
for audible
fast reverse.
3
Normal playback will resume when the
shuttle switch
(HI
or
m)
is released.
Notes:
When the end of the last track is reached
during fast forward, the unit will enter the
pause mode. When the beginning of the
first track is reached during fast reverse,
the unit will enter the playback mode.
When the unit is in the all track repeat
mode, the search will wrap around from
the last track to the first, or vice versa.
Depending on the contents recorded on
a
MiniDisc,
some sounds may be
skipped while cueing and reviewing.
To search very quickly:
When fast forward or fast reverse is used
while in the pause mode, the search will be
performed more quickly than during audible
fast forward or fast reverse playback.
0
In this mode, no sound is heard. There-
fore, you should refer to the time dis-
play.
0
When you lift your finger, the unit will re-
enter the pause mode.
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H To play at double speed
W
Random play or repeat play
(Mono recording only)
During playback or while in the stop mode,
Press the ENTER/SYNC button while a
press the MODE button (Remote control
:
MiniDisc recorded in the monaural long-play
move the shuttle switch to PLAY MODE)
mode is being played.
repeatedly to select the playback mode.
The unit will display “FAST PLAY” and
start fast playback
RANDOM-------- Random play
TRiNDOM _____ Repeat play of tracks in random
+
order
T
-.....----.
Repeat play of all of the tracks
1~------
Repeat play of a single track
No display
--...
Normal playback
When the ENTER/SYNC button is
0
If the playback mode is selected while
pressed again, the unit will return to nor-
stopped, press the
,I1
button to start
mal play.
playback.
Notes:
Notes:
0
0
Depending on the contents recorded on
a MiniDisc, it may be difficult to hear .
them.
0
If a track recorded in the stereo mode is
reached during fast playback, the fast
playback mode will be canceled.
0
To re-enter the fast playback mode,
press the ENTER/SYNC button.
0
To interrupt fast playback:
Press the
)I[
button during playback.
0
0
When the
,II
button is pressed again,
the unit will resume fast playback.
When
“TOC”
is displayed, repeat play
is impossible.
In random play the unit will select and
play tracks automatically. (You cannot
select the order of the tracks.)
After all of the tracks have been played
once each in random order, the unit will
stop automatically.
During random play or repeat play of a
single track, cue and review of the pre-
vious or next tracks is not possible.
During random play, the unit cannot find
the beginning of any track which has
been played.
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To check the remainino
recording time and the total
playing time
While in the stop mode, press the
DISP
button (Remote control: press the DISPLAY
shuttle switch).
0
Each time the button is pressed, the dis-
play will change as follows:
I
Remaining recording time
Total playing time
Note:
If character information was not originally
recorded on the
MiniDisc,
nothing will be
displayed.
n
To check the elapsed time
and remaining time of the
track
During playback, press the
DISP
button
(Remote control: press the DISPLAY
shuttle switch).
0
Each time the button is pressed, the dis-
play will change as follows:
11
n
Track name
,
m_vi
l
0:02
_ Elapsed playback time
11,
V
1
track
-3:43
Remaining play time
II
To display the playing time of an
individual track:
While in the stop mode, move the shuttle
switch to
H1
or
w
to display the track
number and track name, and then press the
DISP
button (Remote control: press the
DISPLAY shuttle switch) to display the play-
ing time for that track.
0
Move and hold the
H
shuttle switch to
display the playing time of the next track.
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What the editing function can do
You can create original discs using the MD editing function, on which you can change the
order of the tracks and you can create disc or track names.
0
Playback-only
MiniDiscs
cannot be edited.
Move (Page 27)
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\
A designated track can be moved to any desired
1
2
3 4
position.
0
The numbers assigned to the tracks following the
track which is moved will be adjusted automati-
cally.
Divide (Page 27)
A single track can be divided into two at any
1
2
3
\’
I’*
desired position.
0
The numbers
of the tracks which come after the
newly divided track will be automatically increased
by one.
\
/
Combine (Page 28)
Two consecutive tracks can be combined into
1
2
one track.
3
4
A
j
B
c
;C
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The numbers assigned
to the tracks following the
1
2
3
combined tracks will be decreased by one auto-
matically.
A
j
B
j
c
Disc/Track name (Page 28)
Discs and tracks (up to
255
tracks per disc) can be named. Since track names
are displayed when the beginning of each track is located or during playback,
you can quickly check the name of each track.
0
Letters (capital letters/lowercase letters), numbers and symbols can be used.
<
Name/stamp (Page 30)
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0
All of the characters and data on a recorded MD (master MD with tracks and
character information) can be transferred onto a recordable MD.
1
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Move
1
Play the track to be moved, and press
the
)I1
button.
0
The unit will enter the pause mode.
2
Press the EDIT button to select “MOVE”.
To move the
fifth track
3
Press the ENTER/SYNC button.
0
To cancel the operation, press the
U:OFF
button.
4
Move the
HI
REC LEVEL
w
shuttle
switch to select the direction to move.
0
To increase the track number . . .
m
0
To decrease the track number . .
..m
.j305+
01
?
1
1485+
03
3
1
(Checking the
(To move
it to the
movement)
third track)
5
Press the ENTER/SYNC button again.
0
The track will be moved, and the unit
will be paused at the beginning of the
track.
Note:
0
When a track has been moved, the other
tracks which are affected by the move
will be assigned new track numbers au-
tomatically.
Example: When moving the fifth track.to
the third track, the old third track will be-
come the new fourth track and the old
fourth track will become the new fifth
track.
W
Divide
1
Start playing the track you want to di-
vide into two. Press the
)I1
button at
the point where you want to divide the
track.
0
The unit will enter the pause mode.
2
Press the EDIT button to select “DI-
VIDE”.
To
divide the
fourth track
3
Press the ENTER/SYNC button.
0
To cancel the operation, press the
U:OFF
button.
(Confirming the split)
4
Press the ENTER/SYNC button again.
l The track will be divided into two
tracks, and the unit will be paused at
the beginning of the second of the two
tracks.
l The numbers of the tracks which
come after the divided track will be
increased by one automatically.
Notes:
When a track that has a name is divided,
the two new tracks will have the same
name. However, in the TOC FULL con-
dition, the second track may not be
named.
Each disc can hold up to 255 tracks.
However, even if the number of assigned
tracks has not reached 254, it might not
be possible to make any further divisions
of tracks.
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Combine
1
Start playing the last of the two tracks
you want to combine, and press the
,I!
button.
0
The unit will enter the pause mode.
2
Press the EDIT button to select “COM-
BINE”.
To
combine the fifth
and sixth tracks
3
Press the ENTER/SYNC button.
0
To cancel the operation, press the
U:OFF
button.
1305+
06
?
1
(Confirming the combination)
4
Press the ENTER/SYNC button again.
0
The two tracks will be combined, and
the unit will be paused at the begin-
ning of the combined track.
0
The numbers assigned to the tracks
following the combined track will be
decreased by one automatically.
To combine two non-adjacent tracks:
First, put the two tracks next to each other
in the order you want using the MOVE func-
tion (page 27). Then combine them using
the COMBINE function.
When one or both tracks to be
combined have a name:
The first track name will be used. However,
when the first track does not have a name,
the second track name will be used.
In the following cases, tracks cannot
be combined.
Tracks recorded in the monaural long-
play mode and tracks recorded in the
stereo mode.
Tracks recorded from digital inputs and
tracks recorded from analog inputs.
Tracks whose recording time is less than
12 seconds.
H
Disc name
0
Discs can be named using a maximum
of 100 characters.
0
Up to 1,700 characters (approximately)
can be used in the disc and track names
on a single
MiniDisc.
1
While
in the stop mode, press the
EDIT button to select “DISC NAME”.
2
Press the ENTER/SYNC button.
0
The unit will enter the character input
mode.
0
To cancel the operation, press the
U:OFF
button.
1
-.&ii-
.la.
.
oc+m
3
Press the
DISP
button repeatedly to se-
lect the type of characters.
0
The first 3 characters in the group of
the selected characters will be dis-
played for about 1 second.
C
ABC(Capital
letters)
abc (Lower-case letters)
123
(Numbers and symbols)
4
Move the
m
REC LEVEL
m
shuttle
switch repeatedly to select the first let-
ter in the name.
0
When the button is pressed continu-
ously, the displayed character will
change rapidly.
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When the letter you want is displayed,
press the ENTER/SYNC button.
0
To enter more letters in the name, re-
peat steps 3
-
5.
6
When the disc name has been com-
pletely entered, press the EDIT button.
If an incorrect letter is entered:
To erase a character:
Press the VOL + or VOL
-
button to move
the cursor to the character you want to
erase, and then press the BASS button.
To enter a space:
Press
the VOL + button to move the cursor
to the right.
W
Track name
Up to 100 characters can be entered for
each name.
1
Play the track which you want to name,
and press the
)I1
button.
0
The unit will enter the pause mode.
2
Press the EDIT button to select ‘TRACK
NAME”.
Track number that you
want to give a track name
3
Press the ENTEWSYNC button.
0
The unit will enter the character input
mode.
0
To cancel the operation, press the
U:OFF
button.
4
Perform steps 3 - 5 in the “Disc name”
section.
5
When the track name is completely en-
tered, press the EDIT button again.
Type of
Characters <symbols>
characters
(They are selected using the
H1
REC LEVEL
m
shuttle switch.)
:
:
indicates a space.
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To change disc names or track
names
Some MiniDiscs created on other equip-
ment may have more than 100 characters
in a track name or disc name. The charac-
ters from the 101
st
character and on can-
not be corrected or changed.
To delete characters:
1
Put the unit in the character input mode.
0
To delete characters in a disc name,
perform steps 1
-
2 on page 28.
0
To delete characters in a track name,
perform steps 1
-
3 on page 29.
2
Press the VOL + or VOL
-
button to
move the cursor to the character you
want to delete.
3
Press the BASS button.
0
The character will be erased.
4
Press the
EDIT button.
To add characters:
1
Put the unit in the character input mode.
0
To add characters to a disc name, per-
form steps 1
-
2 on page 28.
l To add characters to a track name,
perform steps 1
-
3 on page 29.
2
Press the VOL + or VOL - button to
move the cursor to the right of the char-
acter, where you want to add a new char-
acter.
3
Preform steps 3
-
5 in the “Disc name”
section.
4
Enter the new character you want, and
press the EDIT button.
n
Name/stamp
Master MiniDisc
(Prerecorded
2. The character
information, such as the
disc name and track
names is transferred
MiniDisc
I
1
Record the sound from the master
MiniDisc onto a recordable
MiniDisc.
Playback unit
Recording unit
Master MiniDisc Recordable MiniDisc
0
Refer to the standard recording
method. (Pages 8
-
14)
0
At this point, only the sound is re-
corded. No character information is
transferred.
0
Check whether the total number of
tracks on the newly recorded MiniDisc
matches the total number of tracks on
the master MiniDisc. If they do not
match each other, combine or divide
tracks using the edit operation.
(Pages 27
-
28)
l This function can not be performed
from playback only
MiniDiscs.
2
When the recording is complete, remove
the newly recorded
MiniDisc
and load
the master MiniDisc into the MD-MT821.
0
Do not mistake the master MiniDisc
for the newly recorded
MiniDisc.
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3
While
in the stop mode, press the
EDIT button to select “NAME STAMP”.
4
Press the ENTER/SYNC button.
0
To cancel the operation, press the
w:OFF
button.
5
Press the ENTER/SYNC button.
0
The character information of the mas-
ter MiniDisc is being read.
6
When the unit displays “CHANGE MD”,
remove the master
MiniDisc.
0
Remove the master MiniDisc withoul
turning off the power. If you do, the
operation will be canceled.
7
Load the newly recorded MiniDisc into
the MD-MT821.
0
To cancel the operation, press the
U:OFF
button.
8
Press the ENTER/SYNC button.
0
The unit will finish recording the char-
acter information and enter the stop
mode.
1
writing!
1
0
1
COMPLETE
j
0
If the total number of tracks on the mas-
ter MiniDisc does not match the total
number of tracks on the newly recorded
MiniDisc, the unit will display “Can’t
WRITE” and the power will be turned off.
If this happens, adjust the total number
of tracks on the newly recorded MiniDisc
using the edit operation, and then try
again from step 2.
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0
Before connecting any other equipment, turn off the power to all units.
0
Connect the plugs securely.
improper connections may cause noise or malfunctions.
n
Listening through a stereo or a radio cassette player or recording on
a cassette tape
To
the right
(R). Red
0
0
Analog cable
included with this
unit
w
To the
c1
jack
0
The recording will be made in the ana-
log mode.
When you want to listen to a disc using
a separate stereo system or radio cas-
sette player, it is recommended that you
adjust the volume on the MiniDisc unit
to maximum.
The separately available cassette adap-
tor may not work, depending on your
car’s stereo.
4
Listening through commercially available headphones
(3.5
mm) diameter
To
the
Cl
jack
0
0
The battery life may be different, de-
pending on the impedance of the head-
phones used.
Headphones can be connected directly
to the main unit.
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n
Checking the remaining amount
of batterv charged
The remaining amount of battery charge
is shown by the battery indicator
(
w
)
during operation.
Battery indicator
i-““”
<
How
to read
the
battery indicator
>
When the battery is
Charging is
completely charged
needed.
1,
When the battery needs charging, it is
impossible to start recording or editing.
0
When the battery is completely
discharged,
the whole battery indicator will flash. Re-
charge the battery or replace the alkaline
battery with a new one.
0
When the battery has run completely out,
"Batt
EMPTY’ (main unit) and “Lo
BATT
(remote control unit) will appear. Then, the
power will be disconnected automatically.
Notes:
When usina the unit with an alkaline bat-
tery or a rechargeable battery, the battery
indicatorwill notcorrectlydisplaythe remain-
ing capacity for approximately 20 seconds
after the power has been turned on.
When the AC adaptor included with this unit
or a separately available car adaptor is
used, the battery indicatorwill not be shown.
The number of bars shown in the battery
indicator may increase or decrease, de-
pending on the operation being performed.
This is normal.
When the rechargeable battery and the al-
kaline battery are used at the same time,
the rechargeable battery is used first, then
the alkaline battery.
Since the battery indicator shows the re-
maining amount of the particular battery
being used, the number of bars will in-
crease when the unit switches to the al-
kaline battery.
W
To prevent the unit from beina
operated by mistake
To avoid accidental operation of the unit,
use the hold function.
Move the HOLD switch to the safety
position (direction indicated by the arrow).
When the unit is in the hold mode, press-
ing the buttons will have no affect.
To cancel the hold mode, move the
HOLD switch away from the safety po-
sition (the opposite direction of the ar-
row).
1
EZeunit
1
Yip
1
Can
be
oDerated
remote control unit or
I
Cance’
I
Cance’
I
from
either
the
the main unit.
I
I
I
Cannot be operated
1
I
I
from either the
remote control unit or
Hold
1
Hold
1
the main unit.
I
I
I
If the hold function is active while the power
is turned off, the power cannot be turned
on by mistake and the battery will not be
accidentally drained.
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n
To eliminate the confirmation
sound
Every time a button is pressed, a “beep”
will be heard in the headphones.
To silence the “beep” sound, do the follow-
While
in the stop mode . . .
Hold down the MODE button (Remote
control: move and hold the shuttle switch
at PLAY MODE) until “SET UP” appears.
0
When you release the button, “BEEP
ON (BEEP 1)” or “BEEP OFF (BEEP
0)"
will appear.
ing:
2
Move the shuttle switch to
H(
or
w
1
While
in the stop mode . . .
until “EL ON 1 (EL onl)” appears.
W
To turn off the display backlight
on the remote control unit
Whenever you press a button, the display
will light for about 7 seconds, so that you
can read it in the dark. You can turn off the
backlight.
1
2
3
Hold down the MODE button (Remote
control: move and hold the shuttle switch
at PLAY MODE) until “SET UP” appears.
0
When you release the button, “BEEP
ON (BEEP 1)” will appear.
Press the MODE button (Remote con-
trol: move the shuttle switch to PLAY
MODE).
0
“BEEP OFF (BEEP 0)” will appear,
and the confirmation sound will dis-
appear.
0
To restore the confirmation sound, se-
lect “BEEP ON (BEEP
1)“.
Press the
W/:OFF
button.
0
The normal display will reappear.
3
Press the MODE button (Remote con-
trol: move the shuttle switch to PLAY
MODE).
0
Whenever the button is pressed
EL ON 1 (EL onl) -+ EL ON 2 (EL on2)
LEL
OFF (EL off)
4
When “EL OFF (EL off)” is selected, the
backlight will go out.
To turn the backlight on:
“EL ON
1 (EL
on1
)”
When any button is pressed, the backlight
will remain lit
for about 7 seconds.
“EL ON 2
(EL on2)”
When the rechargeable battery or alkaline
battery is used, the backlight will remain lit
for about 7 seconds.
When the AC adaptor or a car adaptor is
used and the power is turned on, the back-
light will always be lit.
(However, the brightness may be a little less
than when using the battery.)
4
Press the B/:OFF button.
0
The normal display will reappear.
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n To cancel the
auto-play
function
When a MiniDisc is inserted, the power will
be turned on automatically, and playback
will begin. You can cancel automatic play-
back.
1
While in the stop mode . .
Hold down the MODE button (Remote
control: move and hold the shuttle switch
at PLAY MODE) until “SET UP” appears.
0
When you release the button, “BEEP
ON (BEEP 1)” or “BEEP OFF (BEEP
0)” will appear.
2
Move the shuttle switch to
H1
or
m
until “A-PLAY ON (autoPL)” appears.
3
Press the MODE button (Remote con-
trol: move the shuttle switch to PLAY
MODE).
35
0
“A-PLAY OFF (PL off)” will appear,
and the auto-play function will be can-
celed.
0
To restore the auto-play function, se-
lect “A-PLAY ON (autoPL)“.
4
Press the
B/:OFF button.
0
The normal display will reappear.
w
To cancel the auto power
save function
Power consumption can be reduced by
controlling the memory storage time. You
can cancel the auto power save function.
1
While in the stop mode
Hold down the MODE button (Remote
control: move and hold the shuttle switch
at PLAY MODE) until “SET UP” appears.
0
When you release the button, “BEEP
ON (BEEP 1)” or “BEEP OFF (BEEP
0)”
will appear.
2
Move the shuttle switch to
m
or
m
until “AUTO Psave (autoPS)” appears.
3
Press the MODE button (Remote con-
trol: move the shuttle switch to PLAY
MODE).
0
“Psave OFF (PS off)” will appear, and
the auto power save function will be
canceled.
0
To restore the auto power save func-
tion, select “AUTO Psave (autoPS)“.
4
Press the
U:OFF
button.
0
The normal display will reappear.
About the sound skip guard memory:
During playback, approximately 40 seconds
of information is stored in the semiconduc-
tor memory. Therefore, even when the
pickup cannot read information for a second
or two due to an external shock, the sound
will continue without interruption because the
information stored in memory is used.
About the auto power save function:
This is a function used to save power when
using the unit with the rechargeable bat-
tery or the alkaline battery. While in the auto
power save mode, 10
-
40 seconds of sound
information is stored in memory. When the
auto power save function is disabled, 40
seconds of sound information is always
stored in memory. (When the AC adaptor
or a car adaptor is used, the information
storage time is always 40 seconds, regard-
less of the auto power save mode.) When
the unit is used in places exposed to ex-
cessive vibration, cancel the auto power
save function.
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A MiniDisc is a disc inside a protective car-
tridge. You can handle it freely without wor-
rying about dust, fingerprints, etc.
However, if dust enters the opening of the
cartridge, or there is excessive dirt on the
cartridge, or the cartridge becomes warped,
you may experience malfunctions. Please
note the following.
n
Handling the
MiniDisc
Do not touch the disc directly!
Do not open the shutter or touch the disc
directly.
If the shutter is forced open, it may break.
Disc
Shutter
I
1
cartridge
0
Never disassemble a
MiniDisc.
n
Where not to store discs
Do not store discs in places with high tem-
peratures or humidity. Specifically, do not
leave discs in places exposed to direct sun-
light or in cars with the doors and windows
closed.
Do not leave discs in places where sand
can get into the cartridge easily (e.g.,
beaches).
n
Helpful tip when attaching a label
When attaching a label to an MD cartridge,
be sure to note the following. If the label is
not attached properly, the MiniDisc may jam
inside the unit and it may not be possible to
remove it.
0
If the label peels off or
partially lifts away, re-
x
place it with a new one.
.
0 Do not put a new label
s
-
on top of an existing
@
one.
0
Attach the label only in the specified lo-
cation. (If it is not within the specified
area, it may cause the disc to jam in the
unit.)
n
Regular cleaning
If the surface of the cartridge becomes
dusty or dirty, clean it with a dry cloth.
n
Moisture condensation
In the following cases, condensation
When the unit has condensation
may form inside the unit.
inside. the disc signals cannot be
0
0
0
Shortly after turning on a heater.
read, and the unit-may not function
When
the
unit
is placed in a room where
properly.
there is excessive steam or moisture.
0
If this happens, remove the disc.
When the unit is moved from a cool
The condensation should evaporate in
place to a warm place.
approximately 1 hour. The unit will then
function properly.
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Many potential “problems” can be resolved by the owner without calling a service techni-
cian.
If something seems to be wrong with this product, check the following before calling your
authorized SHARP dealer or service center.
PROBLEM
CAUSE
0
Is the AC adaptor disconnected?
The unit does not turn
0
Is the battery exhausted?
0
Is the unit in the hold mode?
on.
0
Has condensation formed inside the unit?
0
Is the unit being influenced by mechanical shock or by
static electricity?
0
Is the volume set too low?
No sound is heard from
0
Is the remote control unit or the headphones plugged in?
the headphones.
0
Are you trying to play a
MiniDis c
with data on it instead of
a
MiniDis c
containing music?
When the operation
0
Is the unit in the hold mode?
buttons are pressed, the
0
Is the battery exhausted?
unit does not respond.
0
Is the remote control unit plug or the headphone plug
inserted firmly?
Some sounds are
0
Is the battery exhausted?
skipped.
0
Is the unit being subjected to excessive vibration?
The
MiniDis c
cannot be
0
Has the track number or character information been
ejected.
written on the disc yet?
0
Is the unit in the recording or editing mode?
0
Is the MiniDis c protected against accidental erasure?
0
Is the unit connected properly to the other equipment?
Recording and editing
0
Is the AC adaptor unplugged or did a power failure
are impossible.
occur while recording or editing?
0
Is the unit in the hold mode?
0
Is an optical signal being output from the external
equipment?
Read the operation manual for the external equipment.
When this product is subjected to stron g
4. Plug the AC adaptor back into the AC
external interference (mechanical shock , outlet and retry the operation.
excessive static electricity, abnormal sup-
ply voltage due to lightning, etc.) or if it is
operated incorrectly, it may malfunction. If
If strange sounds, smell or smoke come out
such a problem occurs, do the following:
of the unit or an object is dropped into the
Unplug the AC adaptor from the AC
out-
unit, remove the AC adaptor from the AC
outlet immediatelv and contact a n
1.
2.
3.
let.
authorised SHARP service center.
Remove the battery.
Leave the unit completely unpowered for
approximately 30 seconds.
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MiniDiscs
are recorded using a different system than is used for cassette tapes or DAT
recordings. Therefore, the following conditions may be encountered, depending on how
the disc has been recorded or edited. These are due to system limitations, and should be
considered normal.
When the number of tracks used
reaches the limit, regardless of the
Even if the maximum recording
remaining recording time, further
time of a
MiniDisc
has not been
recording will be impossible.
reached, “DISC FULL” or “TOC
(Maximum number of tracks: 255)
FULL” may be displayed.
If a MiniDisc has been recorded or
edited repeatedly or if a MiniDisc has
scratches on it, it may not be possible
to record the maximum number of
tracks on it.
Even if the number of tracks and
If there are scratches on a disc, the unit
the recording time have not
will automatically avoid recording in
reached the limit, “DISC FULL”
those areas. The recording time will be
may be displayed.
reduced.
Even if several short tracks are
When the remaining recording time of
erased, the remaining recording
a disc is displayed, short tracks less
time may not show an increase.
than 12 seconds long may not be
included in the total.
For
MiniDiscs
on which repeated
Two tracks may not be combined
recording and editing operations were
in editing.
performed, the COMBINE function
may not work.
A cluster (about 2 seconds) is normally
the minimum unit of recording. So, even
if a track is less than 2 seconds long,
it
will use about 2 seconds of space on the
The total of the recorded time and
disc.
time remaining on a disc may not
Therefore, the time actually available for
add up to the maximum possible
recording may be less than the
recording time.
remaining time displayed.
If there are scratches on discs, those
sections will be automatically avoided
(no recording will be placed in those
sections). Therefore, the recording time
will be reduced.
When recorded tracks are played
For
MiniDiscs
on which repeated
back using the cue and review
op-
recording and editing were performed,
erations, some sounds may be
some sounds may be skipped while
skipped.
cueing and reviewing.
A track number can be created in
If there are scratches or dust on a
the middle of a track.
MiniDisc,
the track numbers following
that track will be increased by one.
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Error messages Meaning
Remedy
Batt EMPTY
l The battery run down.
l Charge the rechargeable battery or
(Lo BAT-T)
replace the alkaline battery (or use the
AC adaptor for power
BLANK DISC
l Nothing
is
recorded.
l Replace the
disc
with a recorded disc.
(BLANK)
Can’t COPY
l No copy can be made because of the
l Record
using
the analog cable.
(Not REC)
SCMS copyright system.
Can’t EDIT
l A track cannot be edited
l Change the stop
position
of the track
and then try editing
It.
Can’t REC
l Recording cannot be performed
(Not REC)
correctly due to vibration
or
shock in
l Re-record or replace
It
with
another
recordable disc
the
unit
Can’t WRITE
l Editing is impossible.
l Check the number of tracks.
DEFECT
l The disc is scratched.
l If the sound you hear is not right, try
recording again
(DEFECT)
l replace the disc with another
recordable
disc
Din UNLOCK
(UNLOCK)
l Poor connection of the digital cable.
l Connect the digital cable securely.
DISC FULL
l The disc
IS out of recording space.
l Replace it
with
another recordable disc.
POWER ?
PROTECTED
l Improper power is being supplied.
l The MD is write protected.
l You tried to record without loading an
MD.
l Use one of the specified power
sources.
l Move the write protection knob back to
its original position.
l Load a recordable MD.
l A playback-only MD was loaded and
the REC button was pressed when the
l Replace it with a recordable MD.
Power was
off.
READ ERROR l The disc is damaged.
l Reload the disc or replace
It.
l Replace it
with
another recorded
disc
l Since a track number
is
currently
being
located or written to, the
unit
cannot
l Wait for a while and try the operation
STEM ERR l You have come to the conclusion that
(E-SYS)
the unit is out of order.
l To have it repaired, go to the distributor
where you purchased the unit.
EMP OVER
l The temperature is too high.
l Turn off the power, and wait for a while.
;E-TEMP)
TOC ERROR
l A large portion of the disc has been
damaged.
l Replace it with another recorded disc.
(E-TOC)
ce
IV,
“u”‘““‘y
ation (track names,
e
ect.
k has been protected from
replace
it
with
another
recordable
disc
l
edit
the track with the device on
which
it
was
recorded
d
disc
Tr. Protect
l
The trac
being erased
.
TOC ERROR l A large portion of the disc has been
l Replace it with another recorde
damaged.
(E-UTOC)
l There is an
error
? DISC
l Adiscn
music was
(?DISC)
l There is an err
disc.
in the recorded
signal
w
erase
all
of the
signal
errors, and then
try recording again
which contains data other than
l A
disc
which
contains non-music data
played can
be played
o
r
the signal from the
l
Replace
it
with another recorded disc.
(
): Error messages seen on the remote control.
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n
Cleaning
When the unit becomes dirty
Notes:
Clean it with a soft cloth.
0
When the unit is excessively dirty, use a
soft cloth dampened in water.
(External surfaces only)
0
Clean the headphone plug and the
connecting cable plug.
This
will prevent noise.
Do not use chemicals for cleaning (gaso-
line, paint thinner, etc.)
It may affect the quality or color.
Do not apply oil to the inside of the unit.
It may cause malfunctions.
As a part of our policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to
make design and specification changes for product improvement without prior notice.
The performance specification figures indicated are nominal values of production
units. There mav be some deviations from these values in individual units.
n
General
Power source:
Power consumption:
Output power:
Charging time:
Battery life:
DC 3.6V:
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery x 1
DC 5V:
AC adaptor (AC
12OV,
60 Hz)
DC 3.4V:
Battery case
(commercially available, “AA” size, alkaline
battery x 1)
DC 4.5V:
Separately available car adaptor,
AD-CA20X
(for cars with a
12-24V
DC negative ground
electrical system)
7W (AC adaptor)
RMS; 20
mW
(10
mW
+ 10
mW)
(0.2% T.H.D.)
Approx. 3 hours
(When using the AC adaptor included with the unit)
When
using the
rechargeable battery (fully
charged) included with the
unit
Continuous recording:
Approx. 6 hours
Continuous play:
Approx. 11.5 hours
When using one, commercially
available, high capacity, “AA”
size, alkaline battery (in the
battery case)
Continuous recording:
Approx. 3 hours
Continuous play:
Approx. 6.5 hours
When using one, commercially
available, high capacity, “AA”
size battery with the
rechargeable battery (fully
charged)
Continuous recording:
Approx. 11 hours
Continuous play:
Approx.
18
hours
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0
The continuous recording time is for analog inputs when the volume level is set to “VOL
0”.
0
The continuous play time shows the value when the volume level is set to “VOL 15”.
0
The above values are the standard values when the unit is charged and used at an
ambienttemperature of 68”F(20°C).
0
The operating time
when using an alkaline battery may be different, depending on the
type and manufacturer of the battery, and on the operating temperature.
Input sensitivity:
Recording level
1
Reference input level
1
Input impedance
1
Output level:
Dimensions:
Weight:
Input jack:
Output jack:
n
MiniDisc
Recorder
Type:
Signal readout:
Audio channels:
Frequency response:
Rotation speed:
Error correction:
Coding:
Recording method:
Sampling frequency:
Wow and flutter:
MIC H
0.25
mV
MIC L 2.5
mV
10 kohms
10 kohms
LINE
)
100
mV
1
20kohms
1
Width:
3-l/4”
(82.5 mm)
Height:
13/16
” (20.7 mm)
Depth:
3-l/16”
(77.9 mm)
0.39 Ibs. (177 g
)
with rechargeable battery
Line/optical digital, microphone (powered by the main unit)
Headphones (impedance: 19 ohms)/remote control unit
Portable MiniDisc recorder
Non-contact, 3-beam semi-conductor laser pick-up
Stereo 2 channels/monaural (long-play mode) 1 channel
20
-
20,000 Hz (+/- 3
dB)
Approx. 400
--
900
rpm.
ACIRC
(Advanced Cross Interleave Reed-Solomon Code)
ATRAC (Adaptive Transform Acoustic Coding), 24-bit
computed type
Magnetic modulation overwrite method
44.1
kHz
(32
kHz
and 48
kHz
signals are converted to
44.1
kHz,
and then recorded.
Unmeasurable (less than
+/-O.
001% W. peak)
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SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants to the first consumer purchaser that this Sharp brand product (the
“Product”). when shipped
in
Its
original container will be free from defective workmanship and materials, and agrees
that
It
will
at
its
option either repair the defect or replace the defective Product or part thereof with a new or
remanufactured equivalent at no charge to the purchaser for parts or labor for the period(s) set forth below
This warranty does not apply to any appearance Items of the Product nor to the additional excluded Item(s) set forth
below nor to any Product the
exterior
of which has been damaged or defaced. which has been subjected to
improper
voltage or other-misuse, abnormal
service
or handling, or which-has been altered or modified in design or
construction
In order to enforce the rights under this
llmlted
warranty, the purchaser should follow the steps set forth below and
provide proof of purchase to the
servicer
The limited warranty described herein is in addition to whatever implied warranties may be granted to purchasers by
law. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR
USE ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD(S) FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE SET FORTH BELOW. Some states do
not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
Neither the sales personnel of the seller nor any other person
is
authorized to make any warranties other than those
described
herin
or to extend the duration of any warranties beyond the time period described herein on behalf of
Sharp.
The warranties described herein shall be the sole and exclusive warranties granted by Sharp and shall be the sole and
exclusive remedy
available
to the purchaser. Correction of defects,
in
the manner and for the period of time described
herein.
shall constitute complete fulfillment of all
liabilities
and responsibilities of Sharp to the purchaser with respect to
the Product, and shall constitute full satisfaction of all
claims,
whether based on contract, neglegence, strict
liability
or
otherwise In no event shall Sharp be
liable,
or
in
any way responsible, for any damages or defects
in
the Product
which were caused by
repairs
on attempted
repairs
performed by anyone other than an authorized
servicer.
Nor shall
Sharp be liable or
in
any way responsible for any incidental or consequential economic or property damage.
Some
states do not allow the
exclusion
of incidential or consequential damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY
FROM STATE TO STATE.
Model Specific Section
Your Product Model Number &
Description:
Warranty
Period for this Product:
Additional
Item(s)
Excluded from
Warrantv
Coverage
(if
any)
Where to Obtain Service:
What to do to Obtain Service:
CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY
MD-MT821 Portable
Minidisc
Recorder
(Be sure to have this information available when you need
service
for your Product.)
One (1) year parts and ninety (90) days labor.
Non-functional accessories
At a Sharp Authorized
Servicer
located
in
the United States
To
find
a location of the nearest Sharp
Authorized
Servicer,
call
Sharp toll free at l-800-BE-SHARP.
Ship
prepaid or carry in your Product to a Sharp Authorized
Be sure to have Proof of Purchase available. If you ship the
Product, be sure it is insured and packaged securely.
TO OBTAIN SUPPLY, ACCESSORY OR PRODUCT INFORMATION,
CALL
l-800-BE-SHARP.
SHARP
SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135
SHARP CORPORATION
Printed in Japan
A9902.1
.15MNS.YT
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