Thank you for purchasing this SHARP product.
For the best performance, read this manual carefully.
It will guide you in operating your SHARP product.
PORTABLE MINIDISC
RECORDER
MODEL
-
MD MT877W
OPERATION MANUAL
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Contents
Important Introduction
Useful Features
Special Notes ................................................ 4-5
Precautions .......................................................6
Names of Controls and Indicators .............. 7-9
Battery Charger .........................................10-11
Advanced Playback.................................. 27-29
Advanced Recording ............................... 30-35
Recording from a Microphone ................ 36-38
Checking Displays ................................... 39-40
Changing Default Settings ...................... 41-42
Power Source
Using with the Rechargeable Battery ..... 12-13
Using with the AC Adaptor ............................14
Using with the Alkaline Battery .....................15
Advanced Features
Titling a MiniDisc ...................................... 43-47
Editing a Recorded MiniDisc ................... 48-50
Listening to a MiniDisc Through a Stereo
System or a Car Stereo ................................51
Preparation
Hold Function .................................................16
Inserting a MiniDisc .......................................17
Connections.............................................. 18-19
References
Other Features and Caution ..........................52
MiniDisc System Limitations.........................53
Error Messages ........................................ 54-55
Troubleshooting ....................................... 56-57
Maintenance....................................................57
Specifications ........................................... 58-59
Basic Operation
Recording.................................................. 20-23
Playback .................................................... 24-26
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Special Notes
Warnings
● The supplied AC adaptor contains no user serviceable
parts.
Never remove covers unless qualified to do so. It con-
tains dangerous voltages, always remove mains plug
from the main outlet socket before any service opera-
tion or when not in use for a long period.
● The AC adaptor supplied with the MD-MT877W must
not be used with other equipment.
● To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this ap-
pliance to dripping or splashing liquids.
No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be
placed on the apparatus.
● The letters in brackets contained in the model number
indicate the colour of the product only. Operation and
specifications are unaffected.
● This Portable MiniDisc Recorder is classified as a CLASS
1 LASER product.
● The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT label is located on the
Caution
bottom.
● SHARP is not liable for damage or loss of your record-
● Use the Portable MiniDisc Recorder only in accordance
with the instructions given in this manual and do not at-
tempt to interfere with the interlock switch or make any
other adjustment as this may result in exposure to haz-
ardous radiation.
ing arising from malfunction of this unit.
● When recording important selections, be sure to make a
preliminary test to ensure that the desired material is
being properly recorded.
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Special Notes (continued)
Laser Diode Properties
● Material: GaAIAs
● Wavelength: 785 nm
● Pulse time:
Notes
US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laboratories.
Note for users in Australia
Read mode; 0.8 mW Continuous
Write mode; max. 10 mW 0.5S
min. cycle 1.5S
Copyright may exist in material you wish to record. Copy-
ing or broadcasting such material without permission of
the relevant licensees or owners of the copyright is prohib-
ited by law. SHARP is not in a position to authorise the
copying or broadcasting of copyright materials and noth-
Repetition
ing in this OPERATION MANUAL should be implied as giv-
ing that authority.
For other countries
Audio-visual material may consist of copyrighted works
which must not be recorded without the authority of the
owner of the copyright.
Please refer to the relevant laws in your country.
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Precautions
Important
Storing the unit
Avoid using or leaving the unit in the following places.
● Do not wear your earphones when you are crossing
streets or near traffic.
● Places exposed to direct sunlight
for many hours (especially in cars
with the doors and windows
closed) or near heaters.
● Do not use your earphones whilst
driving a motor vehicle, it may create a
traffic hazard and may be illegal.
Remember to obey all of the safety rules
in your area.
(The cabinet may deform, change
colour or the unit may malfunction.)
● 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 vol-
ume or discontinue use.
● No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should
be placed on the apparatus.
● Places exposed to excessive dust.
● Places exposed to water.
● Places where temperatures are ex-
cessively high or low.
● Places (bathrooms) where the hu-
midity is extremely high.
● Attention should be drawn to the environmental aspects
of battery disposal.
● Places with strong magnetic fields
such as TVs or loudspeakers.
● This portable MD should only be used within the range
● Places exposed to vibration.
of 0°C - 40°C (32°F - 104°F).
● Places where sand can easily en-
ter the inside of the unit (beaches
etc.).
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.
● If the unit is used near radio tuners
or TVs, noise and/or picture interference may result. If
you experience these problems, move the unit away from
such devices.
● Do not use an external power supply, other than the 5V
DC supplied with this unit, as it may damage it.
●
SHARP is not responsible for damage due to improper use.
Refer all servicing to a SHARP authorised service centre.
● It is not recommendable to put the
MiniDisc into a rear pocket, as this may
damage the product when sitting.
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Names of Controls and Indicators
Main unit
1. Record/Track Mark Button (20, 34)
2. Mode Button (20, 29, 32, 41)
8
4
3
9
2
3. Volume/Cursor/Fast Forward/Fast Reverse/
Recording Level/Name Select Button
(20, 26, 27, 30, 41-45)
1
10
4. Stop/Power Off/Hold Button (16, 22, 25, 41)
5. Open Lever (17)
6. Display/Character Select Button (39, 40, 43)
7. Edit/Auto Mark/Time Mark Button (34, 38, 43-50)
8. Play/Pause Button (20, 24)
9. Enter/Fast Play/Synchro Button (29, 43-50)
10. Bass/Delete Button (26, 44)
11. Rechargeable Battery Cover (12)
12. Handstrap Holder
5
6
7
13. Optical/Line Input Socket (18, 19)
14. Microphone Input Socket (36)
15. Remote Control/Earphones/Line Output Socket(24)
11
15
14
13
12
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Names of Controls and Indicators (continued)
Main unit display panel
01. Level Meter
02. Record Indicator
03. Synchro Recording Indicator
04. Operation Indicator
05. Long-play/Recording Mode Indicator
6. Character/Time Information Indicator
7. Repeat Indicator
8. Battery Indicator
9. Random Indicator
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
10. Track Number Indicator
11. TOC Indicator
12. Disc Name Indicator
3-colour LED
Various modes are indicated with three colours of lights.
Yellow-
green Blue Orange
Charging
Refresh
Lighting starting with yellow-green light.
Extinguishing starting with orange light
after all the lights are lit.
Playback
Flashing the colour of the activated
playback mode.
Recording
Flashing the colour of the activated re-
cording mode.
Fast Forward Flashing starting with yellow-green light.
Fast Reverse Flashing starting with orange light.
Volume (+)
Lighting starting with yellow-green light.
Volume (–)
Extinguishing instantly starting with or-
ange light after all the lights are lit.
TOC
Reading: flashing at random.
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Names of Controls and Indicators (continued)
Remote control unit
1. Earphones Socket (24)
2. Fast Forward/Fast Reverse Button
3. Display Button
4. Play Mode Button (29)
5. Sound/Track Mark Button (26, 34)
6. Stop/Power Off Button (22, 25)
7. Play/Pause Button
1
6
2
3
4
5
8. Volume Button
9. Hold Switch (16)
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9
8
Remote control display panel
01. Record Indicator
02. Track Number Indicator
03. Operation Indicator
04. Character/Time Information Indicator
05. Battery Indicator
06. Random Indicator
07. Synchro Recording Indicator
08. Total Track Number Indicator
09. Long-play/Recording Mode Indicator
10. Repeat Indicator
4
1
2
3
5
9
6
7
10
8
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Battery Charger
There are two different ways to use the battery charger one is to use it as a normal battery charger, the
other is to use it with an AC adaptor by attaching the portable MD to the battery charger.
Names
Setting
2
Charge
mode
Face the top
toward you.
3
3
1
4
CHARGE
1
CHARGE
2
OPERATION
OPERATION
4
5
6
1. Remote Control Holder (11)
Caution:
(You can hang the remote control on it.)
2. Lock Detector
3. Hook For Fixing The Main Unit
4. Charge/Operation Switch (11)
5. Stand
● Before setting the portable MD to the battery charger, make
sure the battery charger is in charge mode (CHARGE). If you
insert the portable MD by force whilst in operation mode
(OPERATION), the hook for fixing the portable MD may break.
● Operating whilst in charge mode, “CHARGEmode” will appear
6. AC Adaptor Connecting Socket (18, 19)
and no operation is possible.
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Battery Charger (continued)
Setting the battery charger and hanging the
remote control.
How to use the Charge / Operation switch
Charge
mode
For charging
When the remote control is not used, hang it on the holder
for your convenience.
Move it to charge mode (see
“Using with the Recharge-
able Battery” page 12).
(RELEASE)
For operations
Operation
mode
(LOCK)
Move it to operation mode
when playing back or record-
ing (see “Using with the AC
Adaptor” page 14).
Removing
For use with the AC adaptor.
When using the unit with AC adaptor, use it horizontally.
Do not stand the unit.
2
1
Charge
mode
(RELEASE)
Move the Charge / Operation switch to charge mode.
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Using with the Rechargeable Battery
Charging
Do not force the
When the rechargeable battery is used for the first time
or when you want to use it after a long period of disuse,
be sure to charge it fully.
battery cover
open too far.
1
2
Insert the rechargeable battery.
Move the Charge/Operation switch to charge
mode.
3
Place the portable MD into the battery charger
and connect the AC adaptor.
AC 110-240V
50/60Hz
● After the rechargeable battery is charged or used, it will get
slightly warm. This is normal.
● When the portable MD is turned on or operating, the battery
will not be charged.
Charge
mode
To the DC IN
5V socket
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Using with the Rechargeable Battery (continued)
About the liquid crystal display (LCD)
About charging time
The condition of the portable MD will be shown on the LCD
when inserting it into the battery charger.
After about 3.5 hours have passed, “
The battery is charged up to 95% if it is completely
discharged.
”will go out.
Display
Conditions
Notes:
Charging.
● Charge the battery within the range of 5°C - 35°C (41°F
- 95°F).
● The unit can be left in the charging state after it is com-
pleted.
● If the MiniDisc unit is not to be used for some time,
remove the battery. (The battery drains gradually even
when the power is turned off.)
● Carry the battery in the supplied case.
Scrolling
Turns off
The charging is complete.
When the portable MD is not in-
serted correctly to the battery
charger, or
Rechargeable terminal is dirty, it may
not be possible to charge the bat-
tery. (Wipe the terminal by cotton
swab.)
Caution:
● Use the specified batteryAD-N55BT only. Do not charge
a battery (nickel-cadmium, alkaline, etc.) other than that
specified.
● Do not remove the outer cover of the re-
chargeable battery. It may cause heat gen-
eration, fire, or explosion.
● Do not dip the battery in water, do not dis-
pose of it in a fire, and do not take it apart.
● If the rechargeable battery terminal is dirty, charging may
not start. In such a case, wipe off the dirt with a dry cloth.
● Do not disassemble the battery.
Refreshing.
The unit checks and, if necessary,
discharge the rechargeable battery
to recharge it automatically. (At this
time battery indicator is flashing.)
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Using with the AC Adaptor
1
2
3
Place the portable MD to the battery
charger.
Move the Charge/Operation switch to
operation mode.
Plug the AC adaptor.
Operation mode
Caution:
To the DC IN
5V socket
● If the Charge/Operation switch is not set to operation
mode, no operation is possible.
(See “How to use the Charge/Operation switch”, page 11)
● When the unit is not in use for extended periods, re-
move the AC adaptor from the wall socket.
● Insert the plugs firmly.
Note:
When power failure occurs whilst playing back using the
AC adaptor, disconnect the adaptor from the wall socket.
Otherwise, playback may start automatically when the
power returns.
AC 110-240V
50/60Hz
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Using with the Alkaline Battery
Use one commercially available alkaline battery (LR6, “AA”
size).
When using the alkaline batteries, make sure the recharge-
able battery is inserted.
2
Open
1
2
Open the case cover.
1
Press
Insert a alkaline battery into the battery
case.
3
Attach the battery case to the portable MD.
Caution:
Do not use rechargeable batteries (nickel-cadmium bat-
Back of the
portable MD
tery etc.) in the battery case.
RELEASE
LOCK
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Hold Function
The present operation condition can be kept even if other buttons are accidentally pressed in a place such
as a crowded train.
Main unit
Remote control unit
Press the • GG/ –HOLD button for 2 seconds
or more.
Move the HOLD switch to the safety position
(direction indicated by the arrow).
Orange mark
Hold
Hold
Release
If the battery is inserted or the AC adaptor is connected,
you can set this function even when the power is turned
off.
To cancel the hold mode:
Move the HOLD switch away from the safety posi-
tion (the opposite direction of the arrow).
To cancel the hold mode
Press and hold down for 2 seconds or more whilst the unit
is in the hold mode.
G “HOLD OFF” will be shown
If the hold function is active whilst the power is
turned off, the power cannot be turned on by mis-
take and the battery will not be drained.
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Inserting a MiniDisc
1
Slide the OPEN lever to release the com-
partment door.
2
2
3
4
Lift it up.
Insert a MiniDisc as shown.
Close the compartment door.
4
Notes:
1
G Do not place the MiniDisc under the holder.
3
When you record on a
MiniDisc, check that the
erase prevention tab is
set to the “recordable”
position.
G If any resistance is felt, do not force the MiniDisc into the
unit, as it may cause damage to the unit. If resistance is
felt, remove the MiniDisc and reload it.
Recordable Recording
prevented
G The lid cannot be opened if “TOC” is displayed refer to
the instruction on page 22.
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Connections
You can record your favorite CDs or tapes to an MD.
To connect to a stereo system with “LINE OUT” or “AUDIO OUT” sockets
Red : To Right
White : To Left
To the OPTICAL/
LINE IN socket
To the
DC IN 5V
socket
To a stereo system with “LINE OUT” or “AUDIO OUT”
sockets. (See left, Analogue connection.)
LINE OUT
Note:
If the audio system has only one pair of sockets, they are
usually for input only and recording via this connection is not
possible.
RIGHT LEFT
AC 110-240V
50/60Hz
To the wall socket
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Connections (continued)
To connect to a stereo system with a “DIGITAL OUT” or “OPTICAL OUT” socket
To the OPTICAL/
LINE IN socket
To the
DC IN 5V
socket
To a stereo system with a “DIGITAL OUT” socket.
(See left, Digital connection.)
DIGITAL OUT
Compared to analogue connection recording, it allows
high-quality recording.
Note:
Some audio systems do not have a DIGITAL OUT socket.
Check before connecting.
AC 110-240V
50/60Hz
To the wall socket
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Recording
Before Recording
Cancel the hold mode.
The portable MD does not work
whilst in hold mode.
As for the details, see page 16.
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Recording (continued)
1
2
Press the REC button.
4
5
Press the PAUSE button on the stereo sys-
tem to enter the playback pause mode at
the point you wish to start recording.
Here you can select the track to be recorded.
Record pause mode is entered.
Begin playback on the stereo system con-
nected to this portable MD.
To enable the record level to be set.
Press the MODE button repeatedly to se-
lect recording mode (page 32).
5
4
3
Press the
or
button to adjust the
(Stereo recoding)
recording level.
Analogue recording
(2 times long recording)
Adjust the recording level so that the maximum
sound volume from the source makes the reading
swing somewhere between –4 dB and 0 dB.
(4 times long recording)
(Monaural recording)
Level meter indicator
6
7
Press the 06 button to start the MiniDisc
0dB
unit recording.
4dB
Digital recording
Begin playback on the stereo system, the
output will be recorded.
You can adjust the level in 1 dB increments within
the range of +12 - –12dB.
Notes:
+12 - –12dB
G When recording, it is recommended to use theAC adap-
tor and also install the charged battery. Should the power
failure occur, the power source would be automatically
switched to the rechargeable battery.
G Changing the volume level whilst recording does not af-
fect the recording.
Once you adjust the digital recording level, the set-
ting remains even after the recording stops. (For
cancellation instructions, see page 41.)
G You cannot adjust the bass level whilst recording.
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Recording (continued)
To interrupt recording
About the TOC
Press the 06 button.
After any recording or editing function “TOC” (Table Of
Contents) is displayed. To finalise the recording or editing
function, press the •GG/ :OFF button. During this process
“TOC” will flash and “TOC EDIT!” will be displayed.
During any recording or editing function the MiniDisc unit
lid is locked, the MiniDisc cannot be removed until the pro-
cess is finalised.
G To resume recording, press the 06 button again.
G The track number will be increased by one each time
the recording is interrupted.
To stop recording
Press the • GG/ :OFF button.
G When recording stops, “TOC” appears (Table Of Con-
tents). Whilst “TOC” appears the MiniDisc recorded
contents have not yet been updated.
G To prevent the new recording from being lost it is not
possible to remove the MiniDisc whilst “TOC” is dis-
played.
Warning:
If the power is removed (Battery/AC adaptor) whilst “TOC”
is displayed the MiniDisc unit lid will remain locked until
the battery/main power is restored and the unit is turned
on. Your new recordings or edited changes will be lost and
your MiniDisc may become unusable.
TOC display
Caution:
Whilst “TOC” or “TOC EDIT!” is displayed, follow the in-
structions below.
– Do not jerk or bump the unit.
– Do not unplug the AC adaptor.
– Do not remove the rechargeable battery or an alkaline
battery.
– Do not subject the unit to shock.
Otherwise, tracks may not be recorded properly.
To update the recorded contents of the MiniDisc
Press the • GG/ :OFF button whilst in the stop mode.
G The power turns off after recorded contents have been
updated on the MiniDisc.
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Recording (continued)
To prevent recorded MiniDiscs from be-
ing erased accidentally
About sampling rate converter
This portable MD incorporates a sampling rate converter
meaning it can record from digital radios or DAT tape re-
corders.
Slide the accidental erase prevention tab, located
on the side of the MiniDisc, in the direction indicated
by the arrow.
The MiniDisc will then be protected against accidental era-
sure.
Note for digital recording
You can not copy a MiniDisc that you recorded from digital
inputs to another MiniDisc or DAT. It is prevented by the
SCMS (Serial Copy Management System). Recording from
analogue inputs is not affected.
Recordable Recording prevented
Digital signals
Digitally recorded
MiniDisc
Cannot record
To add a recording to such a MiniDisc, slide the ac-
cidental erase prevention tab back to its original po-
sition.
CD player,
MiniDisc
player,
etc.
Digital
connection
Digital
connection
Helpful tip when attaching a label
When attaching a label to an MiniDisc 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 pos-
sible to remove it.
G If the label peels off or partially lifts
away, replace it with a new one.
G Do not put a new label on top of an
existing one.
G Attach the label only in the specified
location.
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Playback
Before Playing back
Cancel the hold mode.
The portable MD does not work whilst in hold mode.
Remote control unit
Main unit
Release
As for the details, see page 16.
Right
Left
channel
channel
To the socket
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Playback (continued)
To interrupt playback
1
2
Insert the earphones plug firmly into the
earphones socket on the remote control
unit.
Press the 06 button.
G To resume playback, press the 06 button again.
To stop playback
Plug the remote control into the socket
on the unit.
Press the • GG/ :OFF button.
G
If the unit is not operated for at least 2 minutes whilst
in the stop mode, the power will shut off automatically.
3
4
Insert a MiniDisc (page 17).
To turn off the power
Press the 06 button.
Press the • GG/ :OFF button whilst in the stop mode.
Playback starts automatically with a playback only
MiniDisc or a MiniDisc which is protected against
accidental erasure (Auto-play function).
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Playback (continued)
Notes:
If power failure occurs whilst playing a disc using the AC
adaptor, disconnect it from the wall socket. Otherwise, play-
back may start automatically when electricity resumes.
Volume control
G
Press the VOL+ button to increase the volume and
the press the VOL– button to decrease the volume.
G If you connect the AC adaptor without installing the re-
chargeable battery, playback may start automatically.
Be sure to turn off the power.
Main unit
G
Reduce the volume before starting to play. MiniDiscs, com-
pared to ordinary cassette tapes, have very little noise.
If the volume is adjusted according to your usual expec-
tations of noise, high volume may damage your hearing.
Remote control unit
Volume (0 - 30)
G The sound escaping from your earphones may annoy
people around you.
Bass control
In particularly crowded places (such as on trains or
buses), reduce the volume.
Each time the BASS button is pressed (Remote con-
trol: the SOUND button is pressed), the tone will be
switched as follows.
BASS 1
BASS 2
BASS 3
Emphasised slightly
Emphasised more
Emphasised fully
BASS OFF Cancelled
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Advanced Playback
To locate the beginning of a track
To move to the beginning of the next track:
Press the 4 button during playback.
To restart the track being played:
Press the 5 button during playback.
To locate the next track:
Press the 4 button whilst the unit is stopped.
To locate the previous track:
Press the 5 button whilst the unit is stopped.
To locate the desired portion
G To skip a number of tracks at one time, press the 5
or 4 button repeatedly until the desired track num-
ber is shown.
G When you press the 06 button, playback starts from
the beginning of the track.
For audible fast forward:
Press and hold down the 4 button during play-
back.
For audible fast reverse:
Press and hold down the 5 button during play-
back.
G Normal playback will resume when the 5 or 4
button is released.
G 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.
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Advanced playback (continued)
Intro play
You can listen to each track for approximately 5 sec-
onds.
When stopped or pause, press the 06 button
for 2 seconds or more.
When the playback mode is set as random playback,
random repeat playback, or one-track repeat playback,
the intro scan is not possible.
In this case, the playback is started in the normal mode.
The duration that “INTRO PLAY” is displayed is not fixed.
To return to normal playback
Press the 06 button.
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Advanced playback (continued)
Random play or repeat play
During playback, press the MODE button repeat-
edly to select the playback mode.
RANDOM
Random play
Repeat play of tracks in random order
Repeat play of all of the tracks
Repeat play of a single track
Normal playback
RANDOM
1
No display
To play at double speed (Mono recording only)
Notes:
G If the playback mode is selected whilst stopped, press
Press the ENTER button whilst a MiniDisc recorded
in the monaural long-play mode is being played.
the 06 button to start playback.
G When “TOC” is displayed, random play or repeat play
is impossible.
G In random play the unit will select and play tracks auto-
matically. (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.
G During random, random repeat, or single track repeat
play, you can forward or reverse the MiniDisc only within
the track being played.
G If a track recorded in the stereo mode is reached during
fast playback, the fast playback mode will be cancelled.
G Depending on the contents recorded on a MiniDisc, it
may be difficult to hear them.
To interrupt fast playback
Press the 06 button during playback.
When the 06 button is pressed again, the unit will resume
fast playback.
G During random play, the unit cannot find the beginning
of any track which has been played.
G Repeat play lasts until you stop the unit.
To return to normal playback
Press the ENTER button.
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Advanced Recording
Playback sound-actuated recording
(Synchronised recording)
5
4
3
4
Press the
or
button to adjust the
recording level.
Recording automatically starts or pauses by detect-
ing sound from the stereo system (Synchronised
recording).
Press the PAUSE button on the stereo sys-
tem to enter the playback pause mode.
Select the starting point for your recording and press
the PAUSE button.
5
6
Press the MODE button repeatedly to se-
lect recording mode (page 32).
Press the ENTER button (Synchro Button).
G “
” will be displayed.
G To cancel the operation, press the •GGG/ :OFF button.
7
Begin playback on the stereo system.
Recording will begin automatically.
To interrupt recording:
G When the stereo system is stopped, the unit will enter
the synchro recording pause mode. When playback is
resumed, the recording will be resumed.
G If a silence lasts for 3 seconds or more, the recording
will be paused (Pause function does not work for
approximately 10 seconds after a recording starts).
G When the unit receives sound again, recording automati-
cally starts.
1
2
Press the REC button.
Begin playback on the stereo system con-
nected to this portable MD.
G
A new track number is created when the recording resumes.
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1
2
During playback, press the
point where you want to begin recording.
0
6
button at the
Advanced Recording (continued)
To start recording from the middle of a track
You can erase a portion of a track and make a new
recording.
All of the tracks that follow the newly recorded track will be
erased.
Press the REC button.
To cancel the operation, press the •GGG/ :OFF button.
3
Press the ENTER button.
All of the tracks and track names will be erased,
following the point where the playback is paused.
4
5
Press the MODE button repeatedly to se-
lect recording mode (page 32).
Press the 06 button.
Recording will start.
Note:
To keep a track after the point you want to make a new
recording, move the track and then make recording after
that point.
(See “Editing a Recorded MiniDisc”, page 50.)
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Advanced Recording (continued)
Long-play recording
1
When a recording is paused, press the
MODE button repeatedly to select the re-
cording mode.
Each time the button is pressed, the display will
change as follows:
2 times and 4 times long recording
Double or quadruple time of stereo recording is
possible.
Monaural recording
In monaural, you can record twice as long as the
stereo recording (SP/STEREO).
A track recorded in monaural can be played back in
double speed, see page 29.
Stereo recoding
2 times long recording
4 times long recording
Monaural recording
2
Start recording.
The recording mode remains unchanged until it is changed.
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Advanced Recording (continued)
Notes:
Caution for 4 times long recording (LP4)
G Tracks can be recorded in stereo recording mode, 2 times
long recording mode, and 4 times long recording mode
on one MiniDisc.
G In monaural recording, the sound on the right and left
channels is mixed even if the input source is in stereo.
Although you can hear the stereo sound from the ear-
phones, the recorded sound is monaural.
Special compressing method allows the 4 times long re-
cording to realize long-time stereo recording. Therefore,
some noise is recorded occasionally.
If sound quality is the main requirement, stereo recording
or 2 times long recording is recommended.
G Tracks recorded in 2 times long recording and 4 times
long recording modes cannot be played with the unit that
does not support these modes. On such a unit, “LP” is
displayed at the beginning of the track and no sound is
heard. (The operation and the display may vary depend-
ing on the unit.)
About ATRAC
The ATRAC (Adaptive TRansform Acoustic Coding) sys-
tem compresses the sound data into 1/5 by cutting out the
inaudible sound. Since the sound is selected based on
psychoacoustics masking, the sound quality is not impaired.
This unit is equipped with the ATRAC3 compressing sys-
tem that can reduce the sound data to 1/10 or 1/20 of it’s
original size.
G Tracks recorded in monaural cannot be played if equip-
ment does not support the monaural playback.
About the recording mode
By employing this system, 2 times and 4 times long re-
cording is enabled in stereo mode.
You can select the recording mode from stereo recording,
2 times long recording, 4 times long recording, and mon-
aural recording. Recordable time varies depending on the
recording mode.
If the tracks are recorded on 80-minute MiniDisc, you can
record them in the following 4 modes:
Indication
Recording mode
Recording time
SP/STEREO Stereo
Max. 80 min.
LP2 REC
LP4 REC
SP/MONO
2 times long (stereo) Max. 160 min.
4 times long (stereo) Max. 320 min.
Monaural
Max. 160 min.
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Advanced Recording (continued)
To create your own track numbers
Recording tracks as a single track
You can create your own track numbers at any point.
You can record several pieces of music as a single
track by disabling the auto marker function.
Whilst recording, press the REC button at the
point where you want to create track numbers.
When a recording is paused or whilst recording…
Press the EDIT button.
The track number will be increased by one.
G One track number will be created every time the REC
button is pressed.
G The SOUND button on the remote control can also be
used to create track numbers.
Note:
When making digital recordings using a CD player or an
MiniDisc player, track numbers will be created automati-
cally regardless of the setting of the auto marker function.
Numbering restriction
If you try to number more than 10 tracks in certain amount
of time, “SORRY” will be displayed and the operation will
be disabled.
In that case, wait until the next operation can be resumed.
In stereo recording
Within 40 seconds
Within 80 seconds
Within 160 seconds
Within 80 seconds
In 2 times long recording
In 4 times long recording
In monaural recording
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Advanced Recording (continued)
G When recording, if a programmed playback is performed
by the source or playback is performed by selecting
tracks manually, the MiniDisc track numbers may not be
the same as on the source.
About track numbers
1. Track numbers are created automatically during re-
cording via the analogue connection when a silence
of 1 second or more is detected (Auto marker func-
tion). A series of tracks can be recorded as one by
disabling the auto marker function see page 34.
G Track numbers may not be created properly, depending
on the connected stereo system.
About 1
second
Silence
First
track
Second
track
2. When recording from a CD or a MiniDisc using the
digital connection, track numbers will be created at
the same points as on the CD or MiniDisc (Synchro
marker function).
First track Second track Third track
Playback
Track A
Track B
Track C
side
First track Second track Third track
Recording
side
Track A
Track B
Track C
G Track numbers may not be created in proper places,
depending on the source to be recorded from, such as
signals with noise.
G The track numbers on the playback side may not match
the track numbers recorded on the MiniDisc.
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Recording from a Microphone
To record from a microphone
3
4
Press the REC button.
5
4
Press the
or
button to adjust the
recording level.
Level meter
0dB
4dB
Adjust the recording level so that the maximum
sound volume from the source makes the reading
swing somewhere between –4 dB and 0 dB.
5
6
Press the MODE button repeatedly to se-
lect recording mode (page 32).
Press the 06 button.
Recording will start.
To the MIC IN
socket
To interrupt a recording
Stereo microphone
(commercially available)
Press the 06 button whilst recording.
To resume recording, press the 06 button again.
The track number will be increased by one each time you
interrupt a recording.
To stop recording
Press the •GGG/ :OFF button.
1
2
Connect a stereo microphone to the MIC
IN socket.
To write recorded contents on the MiniDisc
Press the • GG/ :OFF button whilst in the stop mode.
Insert a recordable MiniDisc (page 17).
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Recording from a Microphone (continued)
About pause function
Sound-actuated recording
The unit automatically pauses when the microphone does
not pick up any sound for 3 seconds or more. (Pause func-
tion does not work for approximately 10 seconds after a
recording starts.) When the microphone picks up sound
again, recording starts automatically.
(Mic Synchronised recording)
1
2
Press the REC button.
5
4
Press the
or
button to adjust the
Notes:
recording level.
G Whilst making a mic recording, do not connect anything
to the OPTICAL/LINE IN socket on the portable MD.
G To use a microphone, be sure it is a plug-in-power type
microphone.
Level meter indicator
0dB
4dB
•
When a plug-in-power type microphone is plugged
in, the portable MD will provide power for the
microphone’s operation.
If a different type of microphone is plugged in, it may
not operate properly or it may cause the unit to mal-
function.
3
4
Press the MODE button repeatedly to se-
lect recording mode (page 32).
•
Press the ENTER button to select the re-
cording sensitivity.
G Insert the plug firmly. If you don’t, the recording will not
be made properly.
MIC SYNC H : Recording starts when the unit
detects –24 dB or more
G Use a microphone with a 3.5 mm (1/8") diameter stereo
mini plug.
G If the unit starts recording too often from low unwanted
noises, set the microphone input to “MIC SYNC L”.
G Recording sensitivity can be changed whilst recording.
(The unit can start recording from
quiet sounds).
MIC SYNC L : Recording starts when the unit
detects –12 dB or more.
5
When a sound, such as person speaking,
is picked up by the microphone, recording
will begin automatically.
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Recording from a Microphone (continued)
Example: Set to “5 minutes”.
Track intervals
During a mic manual recording
Timed auto marks will be created every 5 minutes.
When recording from the microphone, track num-
bers will be created automatically at regular inter-
vals (default setting: approximately every 5 minutes).
During a mic synchro recording, the unit pauses
when a silence lasts for 3 seconds or more, and cre-
ates a track number.
Track
number 1
Track
number 2
Track
number 3
Track
number 4
5 minutes
5 minutes
5 minutes
Changing intervals between tracks
During a mic synchro recording
If a silence lasts for 3 seconds or more, a timed auto mark
will be created 5 minutes after the previous mark is created.
1
When a recording is paused or whilst re-
cording, press the EDIT button repeatedly.
: Track number which is created by the timed auto mark function.
: Track number which is created when a silence lasts for 3 sec-
onds or more during synchro recording.
(No automatic track
(A new track number is
numbers are created.)
created every 3 minutes.)
Track
Track
Track
Track
Track
number 5
number 1 number 2
number 3 number 4
(A new track number is
created every 10 minutes.)
(A new track number is
created every 5 minutes.)
2 minutes 5 minutes 1 minute 5 minutes
The interval between marks may vary slightly com-
pared with the actual recording time.
Creating track numbers manually
Press the REC button whilst recording.
2
Track numbers will be created automati-
cally at regular intervals.
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Checking Displays
To check the elapsed time and remaining
time of the track
To check the remaining recording time
and the total playing time
During playback, press the DISP button.
Each time the button is pressed, the display will change as
follows:
Whilst in the stop mode, press the DISP button.
Each time the button is pressed, the display will change as
follows:
< Main unit display > < Remote control
display >
Disc name
Track name
Total playing
time
Elapsed playback
time
Remaining
recording time
Remaining
playback time
Total playing
time
Notes:
G Remaining time of recording varies depending on the
set recording mode.
G If the disc name or the track name was not originally
recorded on the MiniDisc, “NO NAME” will be displayed.
G Remaining recording time will not be displayed with a
playback only MiniDisc.
G Elapsed playback time and remaining playback time may
G If the remaining time of recording is over 100 minutes,
the last digit of the seconds is not displayed on the re-
mote control.
be different from the actual time.
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Checking Displays (continued)
To display the playing time of an indi-
vidual track
Checking the remaining amount of
battery level
The remaining amount of battery level is shown
by the battery indicator (
) during operation.
5
or
1
2
Whilst in the stop mode, press the
4
track name.
How to read the battery indicator
button to display the track number and
Track number
Track name
When the battery
level is very low
When the battery
level is high
G When the battery is completely discharged, the battery
indicator will flash. Recharge the battery or replace the
alkaline battery with a new one.
G When the battery has run completely out, “BATT EMPTY
(LoBATT)” will appear. Then, the power will be discon-
nected automatically.
Press the DISP button to display the play-
ing time for that track.
Notes:
G If you use the battery which you stopped charging half-
way, “
” may appear. It does not mean that the bat-
Playing time
tery is completely charged.
G The battery indicator will not correctly display the remain-
ing capacity for approximately 20 seconds after the power
has been turned on.
G When theAC adaptor or a separately available car adap-
tor is used, the battery indicator will not be shown.
Each time the 5 or 4 button is pressed, the
playing time of the previous or next track will be
displayed.
G The number of bars shown in the battery indicator may
increase or decrease, depending on the operation be-
ing performed. This is normal.
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Changing Default Settings
Whilst in the stop mode ...
MENU
SETTING ITEM
1
With a MiniDisc inserted, press the MODE
button for 2 seconds or more. “SET UP”
will appear.
BEEP ON
Confirmation
sound
BEEP ON*
BEEP OFF
Beep
Silent
When you release the button, “BEEP ON” or “BEEP
OFF” will appear.
A-PLAY ON
Auto play
A-PLAY ON*
A-PLAY OFF
Setting
Cancelled
5
4
2
Press the
menu.
or
button to display the
AUTO Psave
Auto power save
AUTO Psave* Setting
Psave OFF
Cancelled
D.L MODE 1
Digital recording
level
D.L MODE 1*
D.L MODE 2
Setting keep
Cancelled
3
4
Press the MODE button to switch items.
LIGHT NORM
3-colour LED illu-
mination
LIGHT NORM* See next
LIGHT ALL
LIGHT OPER
LIGHT OFF
page.
Press the • GG/ :OFF button.
Backlight on the
remote control
Display on the
remote control
(*) indicates default setting.
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Changing Default Settings (continued)
Beep sound
Operation indicator, backlight on the remote
control and display on the remote control
You can eliminate the confirmation sound that beeps
when you press a button.
The illuminating pattern of the 3-colour LED and the
remote control can be changed.
Auto play
You can make the unit not play automatically when
you insert a playback-only MiniDisc or an accidental
erasure protected MiniDisc.
LIGHT NORM:
• 3-colour LED
Indication lamp is flashing.
• Backlight on the Lit for approx. 10 seconds when operated.
remote control
• Display on the Indicated.
remote control
Auto power save
When the unit is used in a place exposed to much vibra-
tion, sound skipping can be decreased by cancelling
the auto power save function. (Battery will drain faster.)
LIGHT ALL:
• 3-colour LED
Indication lamp is lit.
• Backlight on the Lit for approx. 10 seconds when operated.
remote control (Lit when operated on the battery charger.)
• Display on the Indicated.
Digital recording level
“D.L MODE 1”
The digital recording level you set will be kept even
after canceling recording.
remote control
LIGHT OPER:
“D.L MODE 2”
•
3-colour LED
Lit for approx. 10 seconds when operated
during playback or recording.
Every time you cancel recording, the level will re-
turn to [ D.L 0dB ].
• Backlight on the Lit for approx. 10 seconds when operated.
remote control
What is auto power save function?
During playback, maximum 40 seconds (in stereo) of
musical information is stored. Auto power save function
automatically adjusts the storage time between 5 and
40 seconds to reduce the power consumption. If this
function is cancelled, the storage time cannot be
adjusted. (It cannot be adjusted even if it is operated on
the battery charger.) The storage time varies depending
on the playback mode.
• Display on the Indicated for approx. 10 seconds when
remote control operated.
LIGHT OFF:
• 3-colour LED
The light is not turned on.
• Backlight on the The light is not turned on.
remote control
• Display on the Indicated for approx. 10 seconds when
remote control operated.
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Titling a MiniDisc
Creating disc and track names
3
Press the DISP button repeatedly to select
the type of characters.
Load a MiniDisc to be named. A Playback-only or record-
ing-prevented MiniDisc cannot be edited.
Disc name
Track name
1
Whilst in the pause Whilst in the pause
mode with “DISC” dis- mode, press the EDIT
played, press the EDIT button repeatedly to
button repeatedly to select “TRACK NAME”.
select “DISC NAME”.
(Capital letters) (Lower-case letters) (Numbers and symbols)
The first 3 characters in the group of the selected
characters will be displayed for about 1 second.
5
4
4
Press the
or
button repeatedly to
select the letter.
If “DISC” is not displayed, you cannot select “DISC
NAME.”
“DISC” is displayed when the • /:OFF is pressed
5
6
Press the ENTER button to enter it.
once.
2
Press the ENTER button.
Position where the next letter will be entered
To enter more letters, repeat steps 3 - 5.
Cursor
The unit will enter the character input mode.
To cancel the operation, press the • / :OFF
button.
Continued to the next page
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Titling a MiniDisc (continued)
To erase a character
7
When the name has been completely en-
tered, press the EDIT button.
Press the VOL + or VOL – button to move the cursor to the
character you want to erase, and then press the BASS
button.
8
“TOC” will be displayed. To write the up-
dated contents to the MiniDisc press the
• / :OFF button.
To enter a space
Press the VOL + button to move the cursor to the right.
You cannot remove the MiniDisc whilst “TOC” is dis-
played. “TOC” will not disappear until the recorded
contents have been updated.
Space
Characters (symbols)
Note:
One disc name and up to 255 track names can be created
per disc (a maximum of 100 characters for the disc and
each track name and a total of 1,700 characters can be
entered. However, if any tracks are recorded in the 2 times
or 4 times long recording mode, the number of characters
to be entered is decreased, since the information of the
recording mode is stored by the track.).
Capital letters
A
P
B
C
R
D
S
E
T
F
G
V
H
I
J
K
Z
L
M
,
N
/
O
o
.
Q
U
W
X
Y
Lower-case letters
a
p
b
q
c
r
d
s
e
t
f
g
v
h
i
j
k
z
l
m
,
n
/
.
u
w
x
y
Numbers and symbols
1
&
?
2
'
3
(
4
)
5
6
+
7
,
8
9
0
/
!
:
"
;
#
<
$
=
%
>
–
.
*
_
`
@
: indicates a space.
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Titling a MiniDisc (continued)
To add characters
5
6
Press the EDIT button.
1
2
Put the unit in the character input mode.
(Perform steps 1 - 2 on page 43.)
Press the VOL + or VOL – button to move the
cursor to the right of the character, where you
want to add a new character.
“TOC” will be displayed. To write the up-
dated contents to the MiniDisc press the
• / :OFF button.
You cannot remove the MiniDisc whilst “TOC” is dis-
played. “TOC” will not disappear until the recorded
contents have been updated.
3
4
Select the character to add.
(Perform steps 3 - 4 on page 43.)
Press the ENTER button.
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Titling a MiniDisc (continued)
Stamping titles from another MiniDisc
Before stamping
Master MiniDisc operation
Insert a Master MiniDisc.
When there are 2 MiniDiscs on which the same tracks
are recorded, you can transfer the character information
(disc and track names) of the Master MiniDisc to another
MiniDisc (for stamping).
1
2
1. What is a master MiniDisc?
A recordable MiniDisc that contains tracks and char-
acter information.
Do not mistake the Master MiniDisc for the target one.
Whilst in the stop mode, press the EDIT
button repeatedly to select “NAME
STAMP”.
(You can not transfer the information from a play-
back only MiniDisc.)
2. What is a MiniDisc for stamping?
A MiniDisc that contains the same tracks in the same
order as the master MiniDisc.
(Make sure that the total number of tracks of the
master MiniDisc and the one for stamping are the
same.)
3
Press the ENTER button.
To cancel the operation, press the • / :OFF button.
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Titling a MiniDisc (continued)
4
Press the ENTER button.
7
Press the ENTER button.
The unit will finish recording the character informa-
tion and enter the stop mode.
5
When the unit displays “CHANGE MD”,
remove the master MiniDisc.
Remove it without turning off the power. Or, the op-
eration will be cancelled.
Note:
If the total number of tracks on the master MiniDisc does
not match that on the MiniDisc for stamping, the unit will
display “Can't STAMP” and turn off the power.
Operation of the MiniDisc for stamping
Load a MiniDisc for stamping.
6
If this happens, adjust the total number of tracks on the
newly recorded MiniDisc using the edit operation.
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Editing a Recorded MiniDisc
To erase tracks one at a time
To erase all of the tracks at once
1
2
Start playing the track to be erased, and
press the 06 button.
1
2
3
Whilst in the stop mode, press the EDIT but-
ton repeatedly to select “ALL ERASE”.
Press the EDIT button repeatedly to select
“ERASE”.
Press the ENTER button.
3
Press the ENTER button.
To cancel the operation, press the • / :OFF button.
Press the ENTER button again.
To cancel the operation, press the • / :OFF button.
4
5
Press the ENTER button again.
All of the tracks will be erased.
The track will be erased.
Caution:
Once a track has been erased, it cannot be recovered.
Check the track number before erasing it.
To erase other tracks, repeat steps 1 - 4.
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Editing a recorded MiniDisc (continued)
To divide a track
To combine tracks
1
2
Start playing the track to be divided into
two. Press the 06 button at the point where
you want to divide the track.
1
2
Start playing the last of the two tracks to
be combined, and press the 06 button.
Press the EDIT button repeatedly to select
“COMBINE”.
Press the EDIT button repeatedly to select
“DIVIDE”.
3
4
Press the ENTER button.
3
4
Press the ENTER button.
To cancel the operation, press the • / :OFF button.
To cancel the operation, press the • / :OFF button.
Press the ENTER button again.
Press the ENTER button again.
The two tracks will be combined, and the unit will be
paused at the beginning of the combined track.
The track will be divided into two tracks, and the unit
will pause at the beginning of the second of the two
new tracks.
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Editing a Recorded MiniDisc (continued)
When a track has a name before dividing:
To move a track
The two new tracks will have the same name. However, in
the TOC FULL condition, the second track may not be
named.
1
2
Play the track to be moved, and press the
06 button.
Total number of tracks that can be divided:
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.
Press the EDIT button repeatedly to select
“MOVE”.
To combine two non-adjacent tracks:
First, put the two tracks next to each other in the order you
want using the MOVE function. Then combine them using
the COMBINE function.
3
Press the ENTER button.
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.
To cancel the operation, press the • / :OFF button.
5
4
4
5
Press the
direction.
or
button to select the
In the following cases, tracks may not be combined:
Tracks recorded by different inputs cannot be combined.
Example:
- Digital recorded track and analogue recorded track.
- Different recording modes (stereo recording, 2 times long
recording, 4 times long recording, monaural recording).
Press the ENTER button again.
Tracks whose recording time is less than 12 seconds.
The track will be moved, and the unit will be paused
at the beginning of the track.
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Listening to a MiniDisc Through a Stereo System or a Car Stereo
Listening through a stereo system
Listening through a car stereo
To the LINE INPUT sockets
Red:
To the right
White:
To the left
Separately available
cassette adaptor
(AD-CT14)
Connection cable
Separately
Separately available
plug adaptor
car adaptor
(AD-M66PA)
(AD-CA55X)
available
Notes:
Adjust the volume of both this portable MD and a car stereo.
Do not operate this portable MD whilst you drive a car.
It may distract your attention and cause a traffic accident.
Notes:
It is recommended that the volume level of the MiniDisc
unit be set to maximum when listening through a stereo
system.
When recording with stereo system, eliminate the con-
firmation sound (page 41).
Otherwise, it will also be recorded.
The recording will be made in the analogue mode.
Do not use any car adaptor except for the separately
available AD-CA55X.
Remove the battery when you power the unit from the
car battery.
Do not leave the unit in the place of high temperature
such as in a car.
If the unit gets hot, the LCD display will be darkened and
hard to read. It will return to normal when the tempera-
ture cools down.
Character information will not be recorded.
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Other Features and Caution
Resuming auto play
Rechargeable battery
■ When you stop playback and replay the MiniDisc
without removing it, playback starts from the point
you stopped it.
■
A rechargeable nickel-metal hydride battery is the only
kind that can be used. Even if the battery is not used,
you should charge it at least once every three months
because of the special quality of this battery.
The rechargeable battery can be charged approximately
300 times.
When the operating time is reduced to about half the
normal amount of time, even after a full charge is per-
formed, replace the battery with a new one (AD-N55BT).
When the battery is charged for the first time or is charged
after not being used for a long period, the operating time
may be shorter than normal. The battery life will recover
with normal use i.e. charging and discharging.
To avoid shortening the service life of the battery only
recharge the battery after it has been completely dis-
charged.
If the rechargeable battery is used in a cold environment,
the operating time will be reduced.
Do not carry the battery in your pocket or a bag together
with metal objects (keys, coins, jewelry, etc.). The bat-
tery 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 drop or subject the battery to shock.
Do not insert objects (metal etc.) into the battery com-
partment of this product or into the rechargeable battery.
Stopping
Stopped track
First track
■
■
Playing
■ Once you remove the MiniDisc, playback starts from
the first track.
■
■
Stopping
Stopped track
First track
Playing
■ The unit provides the following functions when you
use it with the separately available car adaptor (AD-
CA55X) (when the rechargeable or alkaline battery
is removed):
■
■
1. When you turn off the engine, the power of this port-
able MD also turns off. (It may not work with some
types of cars.)
2. When you restart the engine, playback starts from
the beginning of the stopped track.
■
Stopping
■
■
Stopped track
Playing
First track
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MiniDisc System Limitations
The unit may have the following symptoms whilst recording or editing. The unit is not out of order.
SYMPTOM
LIMITATIONS
“DISC FULL” or “TOC FULL” appears
even though the MiniDisc still has re-
cording time left.
More than 255 tracks (maximum) cannot be recorded regardless of the re-
cording time.
If the MiniDisc is recorded or edited repeatedly or if it has scratches (record-
ing skips scratched parts), you may not be able to record the maximum
tracks above.
The remaining recording time does not
increase even though you erased tracks.
The unit does not count non-recorded portions that last 12 or fewer seconds
to display the remaining recording time. The time may not increase even if
you erase short tracks.
The total of the recorded time and the
remaining time does not match the maxi-
mum recordable time.
One cluster (approximately 2 seconds) is the minimum unit for recording.
For example, a 3-second track uses 2 clusters (approximately 4 seconds).
Therefore, the actual recordable time may be shorter than the displayed
time.
Combine function does not work.
Sound skips in fast reverse/forward.
A MiniDisc on which recording and editing are repeated may not allow the
combine function.
One track is divided and recorded in separate places on a repeatedly re-
corded or edited MiniDisc.
Sound may skip.
A track number is created in the middle
of a track.
A track number may be created if there are scratches or dust on the MiniDisc.
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Error Messages
ERROR MESSAGES
MEANING
REMEDY
BATT EMPTY
(LoBATT)
BLANK MD
(BLANK)
■ The battery is run down.
■ Charge the rechargeable battery or replace the alka-
line battery (or use the AC adaptor for power).
■ Replace the disc with a recorded disc.
■ Nothing is recorded.
Can’t COPY
(Can’tC)
■ You tried to record from a copy prohibited ■ Record using the analogue cable.
MiniDisc.
Can’t EDIT
(Can’tE)
■ A track cannot be edited.
■ Change the stop position of the track and then edit it.
Can’t READ *
(Can’tS)
■ The disc data cannot be read because the disc ■ Reload the disc.
is damaged.
■ Replace it with another recorded disc.
(Can’tT)
(Can’tU)
Can’t REC
(Can’tR)
■ Recording cannot be performed correctly due to ■ Re-record or replace it with another recordable disc.
vibration or shock.
Can’t STAMP
Can’t WRITE
(Can’tW)
■ Stamp function does not work.
■ Cannot save the TOC information correctly to a ■ Replace the disc with another recordable disc.
MiniDisc. (A large portion of the disc has been
■ Check the number of tracks.
damaged.)
CHARGEmode ■ The Charge/Operation switch is not set to the ■ Set the Charge/Operation switch to the operation mode.
operation mode when using this unit with the AC
adaptor.
DEFECT
(DEFECT)
DISC FULL
Er-MD **
(ErMD*)
■ The disc is scratched.
■ If the sound you hear is not right, record again.
■ Replace the disc with another recordable disc.
■ Replace it with another recordable disc.
■ The disc is out of recording space.
■ The microprocessor has reported a system fault ■ To have it repaired, go to the distributor where you pur-
and the unit is out of order.
chased the unit.
HOLD
(HOLD)
■ The unit is in the hold mode.
■ Return the HOLD switch to its original position.
LOCKED
(Can’tLOCK)
■ You removed a MiniDisc whilst recording or ■ Turn off the power and remove the MiniDisc.
editing.
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Error Messages (continued)
ERROR MESSAGES
MEANING
REMEDY
NO DISC
NO SIGNAL
(noSIG.)
■ A disc has not been loaded.
■ Poor connection of the digital cable.
■ No output signal comes out from the connected
unit to playback.
■ The input signal has improper sampling fre-
quency.
■ Load a disc.
■ Connect the digital cable securely.
■
If the portable CD player has a function to prevent sound
skips, deactivate it.
■ Playback with the connected unit.
PLAY MD
(PLAYmd)
POWER ?
■ You recorded on a playback-only disc.
■
Replace it with a recordable disc.
■ The battery charger is defective.
■ To have it repaired, go to the distributor where you
purchased the unit.
PROTECTED
■
■
The write protection tab of a MiniDisc is set to
the protected position.
You tried to record on a playback-only disc.
■
Move the write protection tab back to its original position.
■ Replace it with a recordable MiniDisc.
SORRY
(Sorry)
■ Since a track number is currently being located ■ Wait for a while and try the operation again.
or updated, the unit cannot accept your com-
mand.
TEMP OVER
(TEMP!)
■ The temperature is too high.
■ Turn off the power, and wait for a while.
TOC FORM **
(Tform**)
■ There is an error in the recording signal.
■ Erase all of the tracks, and then record again.
TOC FULL
■ There is no space left for recording character ■ Replace it with another recordable disc.
information (track names, disc names, etc.).
Tr. Protect
? DISC
(? DISC)
■ The track has been protected from being erased. ■ Edit the track with the device on which it was recorded.
■ A disc which contains data other than music was ■ A disc which contains non-music data cannot be played.
played.
■ Replace it with another recorded disc.
■ There is an error in the signal recorded on the ■ Retry.
disc.
■ Stamping is not possible.
(
) : Error messages seen on the remote control.
Number or symbol appears in * position.
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Troubleshooting
Many potential “problems” can be resolved by the owner without calling a service technician.
If something seems to be wrong with this product, check the following before calling your authorised SHARP dealer or
service centre.
PROBLEM
CAUSE
PROBLEM
CAUSE
The MiniDisc can- ■ Has the track number or character
The unit does not ■ Is the AC adaptor disconnected?
not be ejected.
information been updated on the
disc yet?
■ Is the unit in the recording or edit-
ing mode?
turn on.
■ Is the battery exhausted?
■ Is the unit in the hold mode?
■ Has condensation formed inside the
unit?
■ Is the unit being influenced by me-
chanical shock or by static electric-
ity?
Recording and ■ Is the MiniDisc protected against
editing are im-
possible.
accidental erasure?
■ Is the unit connected properly to the
other equipment?
No sound is
heard from the
earphones.
■ Is the volume set too low?
■ Is the remote control unit or the ear-
phones plugged in?
■
Is the AC adaptor unplugged or did a
power failure occur whilst recording or
editing?
■
Are you trying to play a MiniDisc with
data on it instead of a MiniDisc contain-
ing music?
■ Is the unit in the hold mode?
■ Is an optical signal being output from
the stereo system?
Read the operation manual for the
stereo system.
■ Is the unit in the hold mode?
■ Is the battery exhausted?
■ Is the remote control unit plug or the
earphones plug inserted firmly?
When the opera-
tion buttons are
pressed, the unit
does not respond.
The battery cannot ■ Is the select switch for charging/
be charged.
operation set on the charging side?
■ Is the socket clean?
■ Is the battery exhausted?
■ Is the unit being subjected to exces-
sive vibration?
Some sounds
are skipped.
Nothing appears ■ Is the remote control display set to
on the remote
control display.
“LIGHT OFF”?
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Troubleshooting (continued) Maintenance
■ Cleaning
If trouble occurs
When the unit becomes dirty
Clean it with a soft cloth.
When the unit is excessively dirty, use a soft cloth damp-
ened in water (external surfaces only).
When this product is subjected to strong external in-
terference (mechanical shock, excessive static elec-
tricity, abnormal supply voltage due to lightning, etc.)
or if it is operated incorrectly, it may malfunction.
Clean the plugs and the connecting socket.
If the plugs or sockets are dirty, noise may be heard.
Cleaning will prevent noise.
If such a problem occurs, do the following:
1. Unplug the AC adaptor from the wall socket.
2. Remove the battery.
3. Leave the unit completely unpowered for approximately
30 seconds.
4. Plug the AC adaptor back into the wall socket and
reoperate the unit.
Moisture condensation
When the unit has condensation inside, the disc signals
cannot be read, and the unit may not function properly.
In the following cases, condensation may form inside the unit.
■ Shortly after turning on a heater.
■ When the unit is placed in a room
where there is excessive steam
or moisture.
■ When the unit is moved from a
cool place to a warm place.
Caution:
■ Do not use chemicals for cleaning (petrol, paint thinner,
etc.).
To remove condensation:
It may damage the cabinet finish.
■ Do not apply oil to the inside of the unit.
It may cause malfunctions.
Remove the MiniDisc and leave the unit for approximately
1 hour. The condensation should evaporate and the unit
will work properly.
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Specifications
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 may be some devia-
tions from these values in individual units.
Power source
DC 1.2V: Rechargeable Nickel-Metal Hydride battery (AD-N55BT) x 1
DC 5V: AC adaptor (AC 110 - 240V, 50/60 Hz)
DC 1.5V: Commercially available, “AA” size (LR6), alkaline battery x 1
DC 1.5V: Separately available car adaptor, AD-CA55X (for cars with a 12-24V DC nega-
tive earth electrical system) (Used with separately available plug adaptor (AD-
M66PA))
Power consumption 0.15A (AC adaptor)
Output power
Charging time
Input sensitivity
RMS; 10 mW (5 mW + 5 mW) (0.2% T.H.D.)
Approx. 3.5 hours
MIC H: reference input level 0.25 mV
MIC L: reference input level 2.5 mV
LINE: reference input level 100 mV
input impedance 10 k ohms
input impedance 10 k ohms
input impedance 20 k ohms
Output level
Earphones
LINE:
:
maximum output level 5 mW + 5 mW
specified output 250 mV (-12 dB) load impedance
load impedance
32 ohms
10 k ohms
Dimensions
Weight
Width: 71.9 mm (2-27/32”) Height: 16.8 mm (11/16”) Depth: 78.7 mm (3-1/8”)
131 g (0.29 lbs.) with rechargeable battery
Input socket
Output socket
Type
Line/optical digital, microphone (powered by the main unit)
Earphones (impedance: 32 ohms)/remote control unit
Portable MiniDisc recorder
Signal readout
Audio channels
Non-contact, 3-beam semi-conductor laser pick-up
Stereo 2 channels/monaural (long-play mode) 1 channel
Frequency response 20 – 20,000 Hz ( 3 dB)
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Specifications (continued)
Rotation speed
Error correction
Coding
Approx. 400 – 1,350 rpm
ACIRC (Advanced Cross Interleave Reed-Solomon Code)
ATRAC/ATRAC3 (Adaptive Transform Acoustic Coding), 24-bit computed type
Magnetic modulation overwrite method
Recording method
Sampling frequency 44.1 kHz (32 kHz and 48 kHz signals are converted to 44.1 kHz, and then recorded.)
Wow and flutter
Battery life
Unmeasurable (less than 0.001% W. peak)
Stereo
2 times long
4 times long
When using the rechargeable battery Continuous Continuous Continuous Continuous Continuous Continuous
recording:
Approx.
6.5 hours
play:
Approx.
12 hours
recording: play:
recording: play:
(fully charged) included with the unit
Approx.
9 hours
Approx.
Approx.
Approx.
13.5 hours 11.5 hours 15 hours
When using one, commercially avail- Continuous Continuous Continuous Continuous Continuous Continuous
able, high capacity, “AA” size (LR6), al- recording:
play:
Approx.
16 hours
recording: play:
recording: play:
Approx.
6 hours
Approx.
Approx.
Approx.
Approx.
22 hours
kaline battery (The rechargeable bat-
tery is in the unit, discharged.)
10 hours
19.5 hours 13 hours
Continuous Continuous Continuous Continuous Continuous Continuous
When using one, commercially avail-
able, high capacity, “AA” size (LR6), al- recording:
play:
recording: play:
recording: play:
kaline battery with the rechargeable bat- Approx.
Approx.
29 hours
Approx.
22 hours
Approx.
33 hours
Approx.
30 hours
Approx.
40 hours
15 hours
tery (fully charged)
■ The above values are the standard values when the unit is
operated horizontally and charged at an ambient tempera-
ture of 25°C (77°F). (The operable duration with the recharge-
able battery will be shorter when the unit is carried around.)
■ Operable duration with a commercially available battery var-
ies depending on its maker, type, and conditions of use.
■ “Fully charged” means that the charging is complete after
approximately 3.5 hours since the remaining amount of the
■ The volume level is set at “VOL 15”.
battery is reduced to “
” (1 bar).
■ The LED is set at “LIGHT OFF” (see page 41).
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