SHARP MDMT877 Operation Manual
Contents
1. Using with the AC Adaptor To the DC IN 5V jack AC 120V 60Hz 1 Place the portable MD to the battery charger 2 Move the Charge Operation switch to the operation mode 3 Plug the AC adaptor Caution If the Charge Operation switch is not set to the opera tion 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 AC outlet Insert the plugs firmly Note When power failure occurs while playing back using the AC adaptor disconnect the adaptor from the AC outlet Otherwise playback may start automatically when the power returns DER PA BU Eng Using with the Alkaline Battery Use one commercially available alkaline battery LR6 AA size When using the alkaline batteries make sure the recharge x able battery is inserted o 1 Open the case cover Press I 2 Insert an alkaline battery into the battery case gt 3 Attach the battery case to the portable MD Caution Do not use rechargeable batteries nickel cadmium bat tery etc in the battery case Back of the portable MD LA 15 guess i Hold Function The present operation condition can be kept even if other buttons are accidentally pressed in a place such Remote control unit as a crowded train Press the E HOL or more Move the HOLD switch to the sa2. How to use the Charge Operation switch Charge ae For charging 9 RELEASE Move it to the charge mode i see Using with the Re chargeable Battery page 12 For operations Move it to the operation mode when playing back or recording see Using with the AC Adaptor page 14 Move the Charge Operation switch to the charge mode eg Setting the battery charger and hanging the remote control When the remote control is not used hang it on the holder for your convenience For use with the AC adaptor When using the unit with AC adaptor use it horizontally Do not stand the unit 11 Ae bb ge Using with the Rechargeable Battery 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 Do not force the battery cover open too far 1 Insert the rechargeable battery 2 Move the Charge Operation switch to the charge mode 3 Place the portable MD into the battery charger and connect the AC adaptor 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 To the DC IN 5V jack 12 About the liquid crystal display LCD The condition of the portable MD will be shown on the LCD when inserting it into the battery charger Char
3. A disc which contains data other than music was played There is an error in the signal recorded on the disc Stamping is not possible Error messages seen on the remote control Number or symbol appears in position REMEDY 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 Replace it with a recordable disc To have it repaired go to the distributor where you purchased the unit Move the write protection tab back to its original position Replace it with a recordable MiniDisc Wait for a while and try the operation again Turn off the power and wait for a while Erase all of the tracks and then record again Replace it with another recordable disc Edit the track with the device on which it was recorded A disc which contains non music data cannot be played Replace it with another recorded disc Retry 55 56 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 authorized SHARP dealer or service center PROBLEM The unit does not turn on No sound is heard from the earphones When the opera tion buttons are pressed the unit does not respond Some sounds a
4. Select the starting point for your recording and press the PAUSE button 5 Press the MODE button repeatedly to se lect the recording mode page 32 6 Press the ENTER button Synchro Button will be displayed To cancel the operation press the W OFF button T Begin playback on the stereo system Recording will begin automatically To interrupt recording When the stereo system is stopped the unit will enter the synchro recording pause mode When playback is resumed the recording will be resumed 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 When the unit receives sound again recording automati cally starts A new track number is created when the recording resumes To start recording from the middle of a track 1 During playback press the gt Il button at the 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 point where you want to begin recording To cancel the operation press the W 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 Press the MODE button repeatedly to se lect the recording mode page 32 5 Press the PII button Recording will start Note To keep a track after
5. BASS 3 Emphasized fully BASS OFF Notes If power failure occurs while playing a disc using the AC adaptor disconnect it from the AC outlet Otherwise play back may start automatically when electricity resumes If you connect the AC adaptor without installing the re chargeable battery playback may start automatically Be sure to turn off the power 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 The sound escaping from your earphones may annoy people around you In particularly crowded places such as on trains or buses reduce the volume 0 SQ lA O To locate the desired portion For audible fast forward Press and hold down the bi button during play back For audible fast reverse Press and hold down the k lt button during play back Normal playback will resume when the kK lt or bi button is released 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 To locate the beginning of a track To move to the beginning of the next track Press the bi button during playback To restart the track being played Press the k lt button during playba
6. Power Source Using with the Rechargeable Battery Using with the AC Adaptor Using with the Alkaline Battery Preparation Hold Function ccccececncncnececececececeecenenecenecenes Inserting a MINIDISC iii Connections x sssssrssssiriinne Basic Operation FROCONGIIIG s ccssctecceerceacseseceeceasxceccccrenscessceneee PIA DAGCK iui Useful Features Advanced Playback 27 29 Advanced Recording 30 35 Recording from a Microphone 36 38 Checking Displays 39 40 Changing Default Settings 41 42 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 References Other Features and Caution 52 MiniDisc System Limitations 53 Error Messages ccccceeeeseeesenseeeeneneeeseens 54 55 TFOUDIESNOOtMNO unita 56 57 Maintenance 57 SPECITCAtONS rina 58 59 CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY Back cover Special Notes lt is the intent of Sharp that this product be used in full compliance with the copyright laws of the United States and that prior permission be obtained from
7. battery Do not subject the unit to shock Otherwise tracks may not be recorded properly To prevent recorded MiniDiscs from be ing erased accidentally 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 Recordable Recording prevented To adda recording to such a MiniDisc slide the ac cidental erase prevention tab back to its original po sition Helpful tip when attaching a label When attaching a label to a 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 lf the label peels off or partially lifts ZN away replace it with a new one AES Do not put a new label on top of an oy existing one Attach the label only in the specified location About sampling rate converter This portable MD incorporates a sampling rate converter meaning it can record from digital radios or DAT tape re corders Note for digital recording You cannot 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 analog inputs is not affected Digital signals Digitally recorded Cannot record MiniDisc CD player MiniDisc Ll woe o a Digital
8. same To cancel the operation press the W OFF button 46 4 Press the ENTER button T Press the ENTER button ENTER poe sy ie ENTER 5 When the unit displays CHANGE MD The unit will finish recording the character informa remove the master MiniDisc tion and enter the stop mode Remove it without turning off the power Or the op eration will be canceled 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 If this happens adjust the total number of tracks on the newly recorded MiniDisc using the edit operation 47 A oy pn i l I eg DI Editing a Recorded MiniDisc 1 While in the stop mode press the EDIT but 1 Start playing the track to be erased and press the gt Il button 2 Press the EDIT button repeatedly to select ERASE EDIT 3 Press the ENTER button To cancel the operation press the W OFF button 3 Press the ENTER button again To cancel the operation press the W OFF button eee 4 Press the ENTER button again ENTER All of the tracks will be erased The track will be erased Caution 5 To erase other tracks repeat steps 1 4 Once a track has been erased it cannot be recovered Check the track number before erasing it 48 To divide a track 1 Start playing the track to be divided into two Pre
9. 2 gt ad Remote control unit OONOOBRWND Earphones Jack 24 Fast Forward Fast Reverse Button Display Button Play Mode Button 29 Sound Track Mark Button 26 34 Stop Power Off Button 22 25 Play Pause Button Volume Button Hold Switch 16 Remote control display panel OMOON OO ALINA Record Indicator Track Number Indicator Operation Indicator Character Time Information Indicator Battery Indicator Random Indicator Synchro Recording Indicator Total Track Number Indicator Long play Recording Mode Indicator Repeat Indicator Ae ee eg 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 Face the top toward you 1 Remote Control Holder 11 Caution You can hang the remote control on it Before setting the portable MD to the battery charger make 2 Lock Detector sure the battery charger is in the charge mode CHARGE If 3 Hook For Fixing The Main Unit you insert the portable MD by force while in the operation mode 4 Charge Operation Switch 11 OPERATION the hook for fixing the portable MD may break 5 Stand Operating while in the charge mode CHARGEmode will appear 6 AC Adaptor Connecting Jack 18 19 and no operation is possible 10
10. A B C D E F G H i indicates a space 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 6 TOC will be displayed To write the up dated contents to the MiniDisc press the e E OFF button You cannot remove the MiniDisc while TOC is dis played TOC will not disappear until the recorded contents have been updated 45 SS RS DID Titling a MiniDisc continued Stamping titles from another MiniDisc Before stamping Master MiniDisc operation 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 1 Insert a Master MiniDisc MiniDisc for stamping G Z Do not mistake the Master MiniDisc for the target one 1 What is a master MiniDisc A recordable MiniDisc that contains tracks and char acter information You cannot transfer the information from a play back only MiniDisc 2 While in the stop mode press the EDIT but ton repeatedly to select NAME STAMP 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 3 Press the ENTER button
11. Listening through a car stereo Separately available adaptor car adaptor AD CT14 7 AD CA55X Notes Adjust the volume of both this portable MD and a car stereo Do not operate this portable MD while you drive a car It may distract your attention and cause a traffic accident 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 we Separately we AZ available DE Separately cassette available plug adaptor AD M66PA 51 52 Other Features and Caution Resuming auto play E When you stop playback and replay the MiniDisc without removing it playback starts from the point you stopped it Jb Stopping Ft Samedan Playing gt E Once you remove the MiniDisc playback starts from the first track Jb Stopping Playing E 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 stoppe
12. Name Select Button 20 26 27 30 41 45 4 Stop Power Off Hold Button 16 22 25 41 5 Open Lever 17 6 Display Character Select Button 39 40 43 7 8 Edit Auto Mark Time Mark Button 34 38 43 50 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 13 Optical Line Input Jack 18 19 14 Microphone Input Jack 36 15 Remote Control Earphones Line Output Jack 24 aaa Se Names of Controls and Indicators continued Main unit display panel Level Meter Record Indicator Synchro Recording Indicator Operation Indicator Long play Recording Mode Indicator Character Time Information Indicator Repeat Indicator Battery Indicator Random Indicator 10 Track Number Indicator 11 TOC Indicator 12 Disc Name Indicator Ceo eo gi iy D Various modes are indicated with three colors of lights Yellow green Blue Orange Charging Lighting starting with yellow green light Refresh Extinguishing starting with orange light after all the lights are lit Playback Flashing the color of the activated play back mode Recording Flashing the color of the activated re cording mode OONOOBRGdOND SP LP2 LP4 Fast Forward Fast Reverse Volume ange light after all the lights are lit Reading flashing at random oh v y
13. SCS E DID Maintenance E Cleaning When this product is subjected to strong external in When the unit becomes dirty terference mechanical shock excessive static elec Clean it with a soft cloth tricity abnormal supply voltage due to lightning etc When the unit is excessively dirty use a soft cloth damp or if it is operated incorrectly it may malfunction ened in water external surfaces only If such a problem occurs do the following Clean the plugs and the connecting jack 1 Unplug the AC adaptor from the AC outlet If the plugs or jacks are dirty noise may be heard 2 Remove the battery Cleaning will prevent noise 3 Leave the unit completely unpowered for approximately 30 seconds Plug the AC adaptor back into the AC outlet and re operate 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 here there is excessive steam Y SY i anes deli ho or moisture When the unit is moved from a FLS Zp Caution cool place to a warm place be Donotuse chemicals for cleaning gasoline paint thin To remove condensation ner etc Remove the MiniDisc and leave the unit for approximately It may damage the cabinet finish 1 hour The condensation should evaporate and t
14. a MiniDisc while recording or editing Check the number of tracks Replace the disc with another recordable disc Set the Charge Operation switch to the operation mode f the sound you hear is not right record again Replace the disc with another recordable disc Replace it with another recordable disc To have it repaired go to the distributor where you pur chased the unit Return the HOLD switch to its original position Turn off the power and remove the MiniDisc Wi ERROR MESSAGES NO DISC NO SIGNAL noSIG PLAY MD PLAYmd POWER PROTECTED SORRY Sorry TEMP OVER TEMP TOC FORM Tform TOC FULL Tr Protect DISC DISC MEANING 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 You recorded on a playback only disc The battery charger is defective The write protection tab of a MiniDisc is set to the protected position You tried to record on a playback only disc Since a track number is currently being located or updated the unit cannot accept your com mand The temperature is too high There is an error in the recording signal There is no space left for recording character information track names disc names etc The track has been protected from being erased
15. intervals Example Set to 5 minutes During a mic manual recording Timed auto marks will be created every 5 minutes Track Track Track Track number 1 number 2 number 3 number 4 5 minutes 5 minutes 5 minutes 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 Track number which is created by the timed auto mark function Track number which is created when a silence lasts for 3 seconds or more during synchro recording Track Track Track Track Track number 1 number 2 number 3 number 4 number 5 gt lt gt lt a 1 minute 5 minutes lt gt lt 2 minutes 5 minutes Creating track numbers manually Press the REC button while recording aaa Checking Displays To check the elapsed time and remaining To check the remaining recording time time of the track and the total playing time During playback press the DISP button While in the stop mode press the DISP button Each time the button is pressed the display willchangeas Each time the button is pressed the display will change as follows follows lt Main unit display gt lt Remote control display gt Track name Disc name bts Mita 7 F Total playing quatal dreki time Elapsed playback time Remaining pe recording time Remaining playback time Total playing time Notes f the disc name or the track
16. name was not originally Remaining time of recording varies depending on the recorded on the MiniDisc NO NAME will be displayed set recording mode Remaining recording time will not be displayed witha If the remaining time of recording is over 100 minutes playback only MiniDisc the last digit of the seconds is not displayed on the re Elapsed playback time and remaining playback time may mote control be different from the actual time 39 PEREA a Checking Displays continued To display the playing time of an indi Checking the remaining amount of vidual track battery level The remaining amount of battery level is shown 1 While in the stop mode press the M lt or by the battery indicator during operation Pi button to display the track number and track name How to read the battery indicator Track number When the battery When the battery level is high level is very low Track name When the battery is completely discharged the battery indicator will flash Recharge the battery or replace the alkaline battery with a new one When the battery has run completely out BATT EMPTY LOBATT will appear Then the power will be discon nected automatically Notes If you use the battery which you stopped charging half Way may appear lt does not mean that the bat tery is completely charged 1 The battery indicator will not correctly display th
17. to normal playback Press the ENTER button Random play or repeat play During playback press the MODE button repeat edly to select the playback mode Random play Repeat play of tracks in random order Repeat play of all of the tracks Repeat play of a single track No display Normal playback Notes If the playback mode is selected while stopped press the gt II button to start playback When TOC is displayed random play or repeat play is impossible Inrandom 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 During random random repeat or single track repeat play you can forward or reverse the MiniDisc only within the track being played During random play the unit cannot find the beginning of any track which has been played Repeat play lasts until you stop the unit 29 aaa Advanced Recording Playback sound actuated recording 3 Press the k or PPI button to adjust the Synchronized recording Recording automatically starts or pauses by detect ing sound from the stereo system Synchronized recording 1 Press the REC button 2 Begin playback on the stereo system con nected to this portable MD 30 recording level 4 Press the PAUSE button on the stereo sys tem to enter the playback pause mode
18. Digital connection connection 23 Playback Before Playing back Cancel the hold mode The portable MD does not work while in the hold mode Remote control unit Cu gt Release HOLD CS As for the details see page 16 channel Left channel eg 1 Insert the earphones plug firmly into the earphones jack on the remote control unit 2 Plug the remote control into the jack on the unit 3 Insert a MiniDisc page 17 4 Press the pI button Playback starts automatically with a playback only MiniDisc or a MiniDisc which is protected against accidental erasure Auto play function To interrupt playback Press the gt I button To resume playback press the gt II button again To stop playback Press the W OFF button If the unit is not operated for at least 2 minutes while in the stop mode the power will shut off automatically To turn off the power Press the W OFF button while in the stop mode 25 26 Playback continued Volume control Press the VOL button to increase the volume and the press the VOL button to decrease the volume Main unit ony t 4 1 t 1 1 Sua V gt Remote control unit Volume 0 30 Each time the BASS button is pressed Remote con trol the SOUND button is pressed the tone will be switched as follows BASS SOUND BASS 1 Emphasized slightly BASS 2 Emphasized more
19. EENE HU oo SHARP Thank you for purchasing this SHARP product PORTAB LE MIN DISC For the best performance read this manual carefully RECORDER It will guide you in operating your SHARP product MODEL OPERATION MANUAL Accessories Remote Control x 1 Earphones x 1 AC Adaptor x RRMCW0011AWSA RPHOH0176AFSA RADPA3048AWZZ Rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride Battery AD N55BT x 1 Battery Charger x 1 UBATMooosawsa RUNTZOO32AWM1 Connection Cable Connection Cable Battery Carrying for analog for digital Carrying Bag x 1 Battery Case x 1 Case x 1 recording x 1 recording x 1 UBAGC0006AWSA GCASZ0002AWSA UBAGC0005AWZZ ACNWG0029AWZZ QCNWG0422AFZZ Notes Parts and equipment mentioned in this operation manual other than those detailed above are not included The AC adaptor may be different from the one in the drawing Optional accessories e Rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride Battery AD N55BT e Car adaptor AD CA55X e Cassette adaptor AD CT14 e Plug adaptor AD M66PA For optional accessories contact your local dealer call the Sharp Accessories and Supply Center at 1 800 642 2122 or visit SHARP s web site http www sharp usa com Contents Important Introduction Special Notes ie Precautions cccecececnencnenecececucncucnenenenscececeenenees Names of Controls and Indicators Battery Charger sssscccsssssssesssssssssseeees
20. ICAL LINE IN jack DC IN 5V jack To an AC outlet LINE OUT To a stereo system with LINE OUT or AUDIO OUT jacks See left Analog connection Note If the audio system has only one pair of jacks they are usu RIGHT LEFT ally for input only and recording via this connection is not possible AC 120V 18 60Hz To connect to a stereo system with a DIGITAL OUT or OPTICAL OUT jack EFT AUX RIGHT io f OUT MINNA bile oa a To a stereo system with a DIGITAL OUT jack See left Digital connection Compared to analog connection recording it allows a high quality recording Note Some audio systems do not have a DIGITAL OUT jack Check before connecting To the OPTICAL LINE IN jack To an AC outlet DIGITAL OUT 5 AC 120V 60Hz 19 eS SS TRS Before Recording Cancel the hold mode The portable MD does not work while in the hold mode Ca HOLD As for the details see page 16 1 Press the REC button 4 Press the PAUSE button on the stereo sys The record pause mode is entered tem to enter the playback pause mode at 2 Benin playback h the point you wish to start recording egu pray CS on the stereo system con Here you can select the track to be recorded nected to this portable MD To enable the record level to be st 11 Pressthe MODE button
21. See next page 41 42 Changing Default Settings continued You can eliminate the confirmation sound that beeps when you press a button Auto play You can make the unit not play automatically when you insert a playback only MiniDisc or an accidental erasure protected MiniDisc Auto power save When the unit is used in a place exposed to much vibra tion sound skipping can be decreased by canceling the auto power save function Battery will drain faster Digital recording level D L MODE 1 The digital recording level you set will be kept even after canceling recording D L MODE 2 Every time you cancel recording the level will re turn to D L OaB 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 func tion is canceled 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 play back mode Operation indicator backlight on the remote control and display on the remote control The illuminating pattern of the 3 color LED and the remote control can be changed LIGHT NORM 3 color LED Indication lamp is flashing Backlight on the Lit for approx 10 seconds whe
22. alog connection when a silence of the same as on the source 1 second or more is detected Auto marker function Track numbers may not be created properly depending A series of tracks can be recorded as one by dis on the connected stereo system abling the auto marker function see page 34 About 1 second PIF PYP Silence JF First Second track NZ track PIF IPP A 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 s7 First track Second track Third track Track numbers may not be created in proper places depending on the source to be recorded from such as signals with noise The track numbers on the playback side may not match the track numbers recorded on the MiniDisc 35 SCS i DID Recording from a Microphone To record from a microphone 3 Press the REC button 4 Press the t lt or PPI button to adjust the recording level Level meter min dB 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 Press the MODE button repeatedly to se lect the recording mode page 32 Press the PII button To the MIC IN Recording will start jack Stereo microphone commercially available To interrupt a recording Press th
23. aser 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 herein 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 negligence 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 or attempted repairs performed by anyone other than an authorized servicer Nor shall Sharp be liable or in any way
24. ck To locate the next track Press the bi button while the unit is stopped To locate the previous track Press the k lt button while the unit is stopped To skip a number of tracks at one time press the ke Or PPI button repeatedly until the desired track num ber is shown When you press the II button playback starts from the beginning of the track 27 E TENERE i DID Advanced playback continued Intro play You can listen to each track for approximately 5 sec onds When stopped or paused press the pm 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 I button 28 0040 12 4 OOVER dB MUTUAL AANA inn To play at double speed Mono recording only Press the ENTER button while a MiniDisc recorded in the monaural long play mode is being played f a track recorded in the stereo mode is reached during fast playback the fast playback mode will be canceled Depending on the contents recorded on a MiniDisc it may be difficult to hear them To interrupt fast playback Press the pI button during playback When the p Il button is pressed again the unit will resume fast playback To return
25. cks 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 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 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 may not be combined Tracks recorded by different inputs cannot be combined Example Digital recorded track and analog recorded track Different recording modes stereo recording 2 times long recording 4 times long recording monaural recording Tracks whose recording time is less than 12 seconds EEN Listening to a MiniDisc Through a Stereo System or a Car Stereo Listening through a stereo system To the LINE INPUT jacks Red To the right TI iif Mi mnt Q To the lef Ma Notes lt 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 analog mode Character information will not be recorded
26. copyright owners whenever necessary Caution use of controls or adjustments or per formance of procedures other than those speci fied herein may result in hazardous radiation ex posure BATTERY DISPOSAL CONTAINS NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE BATTERY MUST BE DISPOSED OF PROPERLY CONTACT LOCAL AGENCIES FOR INFORMATION ON RECY CLING AND DISPOSAL PLANS IN YOUR AREA US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laborato ries The letters in brackets contained in the model number indicate the color of the product only Operation and specifications 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 protec tion against harmful interference in a residential installa tion This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio fre quency energy and if not installed 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 equip
27. d track Jb Stopping First track DI Stopped track Playin gt Playing Rechargeable battery 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 Ifthe 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 aaa eg Min
28. e If button while recording To resume recording press the gt I button again The track number will be increased by one each time you interrupt a recording To stop recording Press the W OFF button To write recorded contents on the MiniDisc Press the W OFF button while in the stop mode 1 Connect a stereo microphone to the MIC IN jack 2 Insert a recordable MiniDisc page 17 36 AA Oppo I eg Sound actuated recording di arlene ane hen the microphone does unit au ically pau W i Mic Synchronized recording not pick up any sound for 3 seconds or more Pause func tion does not work for approximately 10 seconds after a Press the REC button recording starts When the microphone picks up sound again recording starts automatically Press the t lt or PPI button to adjust the recording level Notes Level meter indicator While making a mic recording do not connect anything to the OPTICAL LINE IN jack on the portable MD d se lai To use a microphone be sure it is a plug in power type wA LILTINIINITIKIVIIAKILKKA II i 0dB microphone _ 4dB When a plug in power type microphone is plugged in the portable MD will provide power for the Press the MODE button repeatedly to se saline ro TOON ET ORFE lect the recording mode page 32 E a E not operate properly or it may cause the unit to mal Press the ENTER button to select the re bene iii agio cordi
29. e remain Each time the k lt or bi button is pressed the ing capacity for approximately 20 seconds after the power playing time of the previous or next track will be has been turned on displayed When the AC adaptor or a separately available car adap tor is used the battery indicator will not be shown The number of bars shown in the battery indicator may increase or decrease depending on the operation be ing performed This is normal Press the DISP button to display the play ing time for that track Playing time 40 pit tf Changing Default Settings While in the stop mode 1 with a MiniDisc inserted press the MODE button for 2 seconds or more SET UP will appear MODE When you release the button BEEP ON or BEEP OFF will appear Press the l lt or PPI button to display the menu Press the MODE button to switch items MODE C 4 Press the E OFF button BEEP ON Confirmation sound A PLAY ON Auto play AUTO Psave Auto power save D L MODE 1 Digital recording level LIGHT NORM 3 color LED illu mination Backlight on the remote control Display on the remote control SETTING ITEM BEEP ON BEEP OFF A PLAY ON A PLAY OFF AUTO Psave Psave OFF D L MODE 1 D L MODE 2 LIGHT NORM LIGHT ALL LIGHT OPER LIGHT OFF indicates default setting Beep Silent Setting Canceled Setting Canceled Setting keep Canceled
30. e unit is Operable duration with a commercially available battery var operated horizontally and charged at an ambient tempera ies depending on its maker type and conditions of use ture of 77 F 25 C The operable duration with the recharge Fully charged means that the charging is complete after able battery will be shorter when the unit is carried around 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 CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY 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 limited warranty the purch
31. e 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 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 authorized service center 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 heaters The cabinet may deform change color or the unit may malfunction Places exposed to water Places exposed to excessive dust Places where temperatures are excessively high or low Places bathrooms where the hu midity is extremely high Places with strong magnetic fields such as TVs or loudspeak ers Places exposed to vibration Places where sand can easily en ter the inside of the unit beaches etc If the unit is used near radio tuners or TVs noise and or picture inter ference may result If you experi ence these problems move the unit away from such devices lt is not recommendable to put the MiniDisc into a rear pocket as this may damage the product when sitting aaa eg Names of Controls and Indicators Main unit OOOO O O 1 Record Track Mark Button 20 34 2 Mode Button 20 29 32 41 3 Volume Cursor Fast Forward Fast Reverse Recording Level
32. elect the letter If DISC is not displayed you cannot select DISC NAME DISC is displayed when the W OFF is pressed once 2 Press the ENTER button Position where the next letter will be entered 6 To enter more letters repeat steps 3 5 The unit will enter the character input mode To cancel the operation press the W OFF button Continued to the next page 43 44 Titling a MiniDisc continued 7 When the name has been completely en tered press the EDIT button EDIT TOC will be displayed To write the up dated contents to the MiniDisc press the e E OFF button You cannot remove the MiniDisc while TOC is dis played TOC will not disappear until the recorded contents have been updated 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 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 BASS L To enter a space Press the VOL button to move the cursor to the right m p 1 Capital letters
33. fety position direction indicated by the arrow lt HOLD n O 0 o M Orange mark lt m Hold Release If the battery is inserted or the AC adaptor is connected To cancel the hold mode you can set this function even when the power is turned Move the HOLD switch away from the safety posi or tion the opposite direction of the arrow To cancel the hold mode Press and hold down the W HOLD button for 2 sec onds or more while the unit is in the hold mode If the hold function is active while the power is HOLD OFF will be shown turned off the power cannot be turned on by mis take and the battery will not be drained 16 Ss ee e EE ENESE Inserting a MiniDisc 1 Slide the OPEN lever to release the com partment door 2 Lift it up 3 Insert a MiniDisc as shown 4 Close the compartment door Notes Do not place the MiniDisc under the holder When you record on a MiniDisc check that the Recordable Recording o A a felt remove the MiniDisc and reload it prevented position The lid cannot be opened if TOC is displayed refer to the instruction on page 22 If any resistance is felt do not force the MiniDisc into the unit as it may cause damage to the unit If resistance is 17 MM DI E DID Connections You can record your favorite CDs or tapes to an MD To connect to a stereo system with LINE OUT or AUDIO OUT jacks To the OPT
34. ging Display L Scrolling 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 Turns off Refreshing The unit checks and if necessary discharge the rechargeable battery to recharge it automatically At this time battery indicator is flashing About charging time After about 3 5 hours have passed will go out The battery is charged up to 95 if it is completely discharged Notes Charge the battery within the range of 41 F 95 F 5 C 35 C 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 Caution Use the specified battery AD 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 Y eration fire or explosion Le Do not dip the battery in water do not dis amp pose of it in a fire and do not take it apart Ifthe 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 13 14
35. he unit Do not apply oil to the inside of the unit will work properly It may cause malfunctions 57 App DI I eg DI 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 Rechargeable Nickel Metal Hydride battery AD N55BT x 1 AC adaptor AC 120V 60 Hz Commercially available AA size LR6 alkaline battery x 1 Separately available car adaptor AD CA55X for cars with a 12 24V DC nega tive ground electrical system Used with separately available plug adaptor AD M66PA Power consumption 7 W AC adaptor Output power RMS 10 mW 5 mW 5 mW 0 2 T H D Charging time Approx 3 5 hours Input sensitivity MIC H reference input level 0 25 mV input impedance 10kohms MIC L reference input level 2 5 mV input impedance 10kohms LINE reference input level 100 mV input impedance 20kohms Output level Earphones maximum output level 5 mW 5 mW load impedance 32 ohms LINE specified output 250 mV 12 dB load impedance 10 k ohms Dimensions Width 2 27 32 71 9 mm Height 11 16 16 8 mm Depth 3 1 8 78 7 mm Weight 0 29 Ibs 131 g with rechargeable battery Input jack Line optical digital microphone powered by
36. iDisc System Limitations The unit may have the following symptoms while recording or editing The unit is not out of order SYMPTOM LIMITATIONS DISC FULL or TOC FULL appears More than 255 tracks maximum cannot be recorded regardless of the re even though the MiniDisc still has re cording time cording time left 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 The unit does not count non recorded portions that last 12 or fewer seconds increase even though you erased tracks 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 One cluster approximately 2 seconds is the minimum unit for recording remaining time does not match the maxi For example a 3 second track uses 2 clusters approximately 4 seconds mum recordable time Therefore the actual recordable time may be shorter than the displayed time Combine function does not work A MiniDisc on which recording and editing are repeated may not allow the combine function Sound skips in fast reverse forward 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 A track number may be created if there are scratches or dust on the Mi
37. ment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turn ing 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 differ ent from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV techni cian 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 Precautions Do not wear your earphones when you are crossing streets or near traffic Do not use your earphones while driv ing a motor vehicle it may create a traf fic hazard and may be illegal Remember to obey all of the safety rules in your area Do not play the unit at a high volume Hearing experts advise against extended listening at high volume levels If you experience ringing in your ears reduce the vol ume or discontinue use This portable MD should only be used within the range of 32 F 104 F 0 C 40 C 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 th
38. n operated remote control Display on the remote control LIGHT ALL 3 color LED Indication lamp is lit Backlight on the Lit for approx 10 seconds when operated remote control Litwhen operated on the battery charger Display on the Indicated remote control LIGHT OPER 3 color LED Indicated Lit for approx 10 seconds when operated during playback or recording Backlight on the Lit for approx 10 seconds when operated remote control Display on the remote control LIGHT OFF 3 color LED The light is not turned on Backlight on the The light is not turned on remote control Display on the remote control Indicated for approx 10 seconds when operated Indicated for approx 10 seconds when operated s__ EN eg Titling a MiniDisc Creating disc and track names 3 Press the DISP button repeatedly to select Load a MiniDisc to be named A playback only or record the type of characters ing prevented MiniDisc cannot be edited DISP Disc name Track name While in the pause While in the pause mode with DISC dis mode press the EDIT played pressthe 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 4 Press the Kt or PPI button repeatedly to s
39. ng sensitivity nsert the plug firmly If you don t the recording will no be made properly MIC SYNC H Recording starts when the unit Use a microphone with a 1 8 3 5 mm diameter stereo detects 24 dB or more mini plug The unit can start recording from quiet sounds Ifthe unit starts recording too often from low unwanted MIC SYNC L Recording starts when the unit noises set the microphone input to MIC SYNC L detects 12 dB or more Recording sensitivity can be changed while recording 5 When a sound such as person speaking is picked up by the microphone recording will begin automatically 37 38 Recording from a Microphone continued Track intervals 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 Changing intervals between tracks 1 When a recording is paused or while re cording press the EDIT button repeatedly No automatic track numbers are created A new track number is created every 3 minutes A new track number is A new track number is created every 10 minutes created every 5 minutes The interval between marks may vary slightly com pared with the actual recording time 2 Track numbers will be created automati cally at regular
40. niDisc of a track 53 54 BATT EMPTY LOBATT BLANK MD BLANK Can t COPY Can tC Can t EDIT Can tE Can t READ Can tS Can tT Can tU Can t REC Can tR Can t STAMP Can t WRITE Can tW CHARGEmode DEFECT DEFECT DISC FULL Er MD ErMD HOLD HOLD LOCKED Can tLOCK Nothing is recorded Error Messages ERROR MESSAGES MEANING The battery is run down REMEDY Charge the rechargeable battery or replace the alka line battery or use the AC adaptor for power Replace the disc with a recorded disc You tried to record from a copy prohibited Record using the analog cable A track cannot be edited MiniDisc Change the stop position of the track and then edit it The disc data cannot be read because the disc Reload the disc is damaged Replace it with another recorded disc Recording cannot be performed correctly due to Re record or replace it with another recordable disc vibration or shock Stamp function does not work Cannot save the TOC information correctly to a MiniDisc A large portion of the disc has been damaged The Charge Operation switch is not set to the operation mode when using this unit with the AC adaptor The disc is scratched The disc is out of recording space The microprocessor has reported a system fault and the unit is out of order The unit is in the hold mode You removed
41. ntinued To create your own track numbers You can create your own track numbers at any point While recording press the REC button at the point where you want to create track numbers The track number will be increased by one One track number will be created every time the REC button is pressed The SOUND button on the remote control can also be used to create track numbers 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 In 2 times long recording Within 80 seconds In 4 times long recording Within 160 seconds In monaural recording Within 80 seconds Recording tracks as a single track You can record several pieces of music as a single track by disabling the auto marker function When a recording is paused or while recording Press the EDIT button 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 eee l i DITO About track numbers When recording if a programmed playback is performed by the source or playback is performed by selecting 1 Track numbers are created automatically during re tracks manually the MiniDisc track numbers may not be cording via the an
42. ording Press the W OFF button When recording stops TOC appears Table Of Con tents While TOC appears the MiniDisc recorded contents have not yet been updated To prevent the new recording from being lost it is not possible to remove the MiniDisc while TOC is dis played 0040 12 4 OOVER TOC TOC display IAIN b di DA DISC a To update the recorded contents of the MiniDisc Press the W OFF button while in the stop mode The power turns off after recorded contents have been updated on the MiniDisc About the TOC After any recording or editing function TOC Table Of Contents is displayed To finalize the recording or editing function press the BI 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 finalized Warning If the power is removed Battery AC adaptor while 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 Caution While 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
43. re skipped CAUSE Is the AC adaptor disconnected 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 Is the volume set too low Is the remote control unit or the ear phones plugged in 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 the battery exhausted Is the remote control unit plug or the earphones plug inserted firmly Is the battery exhausted Is the unit being subjected to exces sive vibration PROBLEM The MiniDisc can not be ejected Recording and editing are im possible The battery cannot be charged Nothing appears on the remote control display CAUSE Has the track number or character information been updated on the disc yet Is the unit in the recording or edit ing mode Is the MiniDisc protected against accidental erasure Is the unit connected properly to the other equipment Is the AC adaptor unplugged or did a power failure occur while recording or editing 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 select switch for charging operation set on the charging side Is the jack clean Is the remote control display set to LIGHT OFF
44. repeatedly to se he recording m 2 3 Press the K lt or PPI button to adjust the ee e recording mode page 32 reco rding level to F Pe E a i Stereo recoding Analog recording Adjust the recording level so that the maximum sound volume from the source makes the reading pma per swing somewhere between 4 dB and 0 dB Lf FEL 4times long recording Level meter indicator me IT Monaural recording Sees fois 0dB 6 Press the gt Il button to start the MiniDisc 4dB unit recording Digital recording You can adjust the level in 1 dB increments within 7 Begin playback on the stereo system the the range of 12 12dB output will be recorded 2 times long recording 12 12dB Notes When recording it is recommended to use the AC adap Once you adjust the digital recording level the set tor and also install the charged battery Should the power ting remains even after the recording stops For failure occur the power source would be automatically cancellation instructions see page 41 switched to the rechargeable battery Changing the volume level while recording does not af fect the recording You cannot adjust the bass level while recording 21 22 Recording continued To interrupt recording Press the gt II button To resume recording press the gt Il button again The track number will be increased by one each time the recording is interrupted To stop rec
45. responsible for any incidental or consequential economic or property damage Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental 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 amp Description MD MT877 Portable MiniDisc Recorder Be sure to have this information available when you need service for your Product Warranty Period for this Product One 1 year parts and ninety 90 days labor Additional Item s Excluded from Warranty Coverage if any Non functional accessories supplies and consumable items Where to Obtain Service 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 1 800 BE SHARP What to do to Obtain Service Ship prepaid or carry in your Product to a Sharp Authorized Servicer 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 1 800 BE SHARP SHARP SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION Sharp Plaza Mahwah New Jersey 07430 2135 SHARP CORPORATION Printed in Malaysia TINSZ0639AWZZ A0101 TO
46. ss the gt Il button at the point where you want to divide the track 2 Press the EDIT button repeatedly to select DIVIDE EDIT 3 Press the ENTER button To cancel the operation press the W OFF button 4 Press the ENTER button again ENTER The track will be divided into two tracks and the unit will pause at the beginning of the second of the two new tracks To combine tracks 1 Start playing the last of the two tracks to be combined and press the gt Il button 2 Press the EDIT button repeatedly to select COMBINE EDIT 3 Press the ENTER button To cancel the operation press the W OFF button 4 Press the ENTER button again ENTER The two tracks will be combined and the unit will be paused at the beginning of the combined track 49 50 1 Play the track to be moved and press the gt il button 2 Press the EDIT button repeatedly to select MOVE EDIT 3 Press the ENTER button To cancel the operation press the W OFF button 4 Press the lt or PPI button to select the direction 5 Press the ENTER button again ENTER The track will be moved and the unit will be paused at the beginning of the track Editing a Recorded MiniDisc continued To move a track When a track has a name before dividing The two new tracks will have the same name However in the TOC FULL condition the second track may not be named Total number of tra
47. the main unit Output jack Earphones impedance 32 ohms remote control unit Type Portable MiniDisc recorder Signal readout Non contact 3 beam semiconductor laser pickup Audio channels Stereo 2 channels monaural long play mode 1 channel Frequency response 20 20 000 Hz 3 dB 58 Error correction ACIRC Advanced Cross Interleave Reed Solomon Code Battery life When using the rechargeable battery Continuous Continuous Continuous Continuous Continuous Continuous fully charged included with the unit recording play recording play play Approx Approx Approx Approx 6 5 hours 12hours 9 hours 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 recording play kaline battery The rechargeable bat Approx Approx Approx Approx tery is in the unit discharged 6 hours 16 hours 10 hours 19 5 hours 13 hours 22 hours When using one commercially avail Continuous Continuous Continuous Continuous Continuous Continuous able high capacity AA size LR6 al recording play recording play recording play kaline battery with the rechargeable bat Approx Approx Approx Approx Approx Approx tery fully charged 15 hours 29 hours 22hours 33 hours 30 hours 40 hours The above values are the standard values when th
48. 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 31 ERREA 32 Advanced Recording continued Long play recording 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 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 long recording Monaural recording 4 times long recording 2 Start recording The recording mode remains unchanged until it is changed Notes Tracks can be recorded in the stereo recording mode 2 times long recording mode and 4 times long recording mode on one MiniDisc 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 Tracks recorded in the 2 times long recording and the 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 displa
49. y may vary depending on the unit Tracks recorded in monaural cannot be played if equip ment does not support the monaural playback About the recording 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 an 80 minute MiniDisc you can record them in the following 4 modes Indication Recording mode Recording time SP STEREO Stereo Max 80 min 2 times long stereo Max 160 min 4 times long stereo Max 320 min Monaural Max 160 min LP2 REC LP4 REC SP MONO Caution for 4 times long recording LP4 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 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 its Original size By employing this system 2 times and 4 times long re cording is enabled in the stereo mode 33 34 Advanced Recording co
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