Kenwood DMF-5020, DMF-3020 User Manual

STEREO MINIDISC RECORDER

DMF-5020

DMF-3020

MD-203

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

This instruction manual is used to describe multiple models listed above.

Model availability and features (functions) may differ depending on the country and sales area.

B60-4074-00 01 MA (K,P,T) MC 9806

Introduction

Caution : Read this section carefully to ensure safe operation.

DMF-5020/DMF3020/MD-203 (En)

2	Before applying power
	Units are designed for operation as follows.
	U.S.A. and Canada ................................................................................................................................................................	AC 120 V only
	U.K. ...........................................................................................................................................................................................	AC 230 V only

For the United Kingdom

Factory fitted moulded mains plug

1.The mains plug contains a fuse. For replacement, use only a 13Amp ASTA-approved (BS1362) fuse.

2.The fuse cover must be refitted when replacing the fuse in the moulded plug.

3.Do not cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension lead or adapter, or consult your dealer.If nonetheless the mains plug is cut off, remove the fuse and dispose of the plug immediately, to avoid a possible shock hazard by inadvertent connection to the mains supply.

IMPORTANT :

The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code :

Blue: Neutral

Brown : Live

Do not connect those leads to the earth terminal of a three - pin plug.

Safety precautions

WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

	CAUTION		CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO
			USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE, REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
	RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
	DO NOT OPEN

THE LIGHTNING FLASH WITH ARROWHEAD SYMBOL, WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE, IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF UNINSULATED “DANGEROUS VOLTAGE” WITHIN THE PRODUCT’S ENCLOSURE THAT MAY BE OF SUFFICIENT MAGNITUDE TO CONSTITUTE A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK TO PERSONS.

THE EXCLAMATION POINT WITHIN AN EQUILATERAL TRIANGLE IS INTENDED TO ALERT THE USER TO THE PRESENCE OF IMPORTANT OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE (SERVICING) INSTRUCTIONS IN THE LITERATURE ACCOMPANYING THE APPLIANCE.

The marking of products using lasers (Except for some areas)

CLASS 1

LASER PRODUCT

The marking is located on the rear panel and says that the component uses laser beams that have been classified as Class 1. It means that the unit is utilizing laser beams that are of a weaker class. There is no danger of hazardous radiation outside the unit.

REQUIREMENT BY NEDERLAND GAZETTE

Batteries are supplied with this product. When they empty, you should not throw away. Instead, hand them in as small chemical waste.

Introduction

DMF-5020/DMF3020/MD-203 (En)

Contents

Caution : Read the pages marked carefully to ensure safe operation.

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Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................	2
Before applying power .....................................................................................................................	2
Safety precautions ............................................................................................................................	2
Contents ...........................................................................................................................................	3
Accessories ......................................................................................................................................	4
Special feature ..................................................................................................................................	5
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ...............................................................................................................	6
Information that you should know ....................................................................................................	8
Safety Precautions ............................................................................................................................	8
Maintenance .....................................................................................................................................	9
System connections ..........................................................................................................................	10
Names and functions of parts ..........................................................................................................	12
Display/Main unit ............................................................................................................................	12
Remote control unit (DMF-5020) ....................................................................................................	14
Remote control unit (DMF-3020/MD-203) .....................................................................................	15
Operation of remote control unit.....................................................................................................	16
Playback of Mini Disc ........................................................................................................................	17
Playing tracks in order from track No. 1 .........................................................................................	17
Searching a desired track by its title (TITLE SEARCH) ...................................................................	18
Playback from desired track ...........................................................................................................	19
Random playback ...........................................................................................................................	19
Programming .....................................................................................................................................	21
Programming tracks in a desired order ..........................................................................................	21
Repeated playback .........................................................................................................................	23
Recording-related keys .....................................................................................................................	24
AUTO/MANU. key ..........................................................................................................................	24
MONITOR key ................................................................................................................................	24
REC MODE key ..............................................................................................................................	24
Automatically starting recording when the track starts (SOUND SYNCHRO REC) .......................	26
Automatically pausing recording when the track ends (REC AUTO PAUSE).................................	26
Starting recording from the sound before the current sound (MEMORY REC) ............................	26
Recording (ANALOG input) ..............................................................................................................	27
ANALOG recording .........................................................................................................................	27
Recording (DIGITAL input) ................................................................................................................	29
DIGITAL recording ..........................................................................................................................	29
Synchro recording with CD playback..............................................................................................	31
DIGITAL recording and SCMS ........................................................................................................	31
Editing .................................................................................................................................................	32
Selecting the editing function type.................................................................................................	32
Moving the track being played (TRACK MOVE) .............................................................................	33
Moving several tracks at a time (QUICK MOVE)............................................................................	35
Dividing the track being played (TRACK DIVIDE) ...........................................................................	37
Combining the track being played (TRACK COMBINE) .................................................................	39
Erasing the track being played (TRACK ERASE) ............................................................................	41
Erasing one or more track at a time (QUICK ERASE) ....................................................................	43
Editing titles ....................................................................................................................................	45
Changing the displayed contents ....................................................................................................	49
TIME DISPLAY key .........................................................................................................................	49
METER key .....................................................................................................................................	49
Timer operations ...............................................................................................................................	50
Timer playback, timer recording .....................................................................................................	50
In case of difficulty ............................................................................................................................	51
Specifications .....................................................................................................................................	54

Introduction

DMF-5020/DMF3020/MD-203 (En)

Unpacking

4 Unpack the unit carefully and make sure that all accessories are put aside so they will not be lost.

Examine the unit for any possibility of shipping damage. If your unit is damaged or fails to operate, notify your dealer immediately. If your unit was shipped to you directly, notify the shipping company without delay. Only the consignee (the person or company receiving the unit) can file a claim against the carrier for shipping damage.

We recommend that you retain the original carton and packing materials for use should you transport or ship the unit in the future.

Keep this manual handy for future reference.

Accessories

Check that the following accessories are present.

Audio cord (2)

System control cord (1)

Optical fiber cable (1)

Remote control unit (1)	Remote control unit (1)	Batteries (2)
RC-M0705 (For DMF-5020)	RC-M0302 (For DMF-3020/MD-203)	R03 ("AAA"-size) batteries (For RC-M0705)
		R6 ("AA"-size) batteries (For RC-M0302)

Introduction

DMF-5020/DMF3020/MD-203 (En)

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Special feature

This unit is audio equipment based on the Mini Disc format. The Mini Disc (MD) is an application of the optical and magneto-optical technology and has the capability to record signals on discs.The operability of the MD is equivalent to the Compact Disc (CD). The MD uses optional non-contact system so the recordings are not degraded by eternal factors and the discs are never scratched or damaged in playback.

“D.R.I.V.E.” for high-quality playback (For DMF-5020 only)

The DMF-5020 is equipped with KENWOOD-original “24-bit D/A D.R.I.V.E.II”, providing high quality playback.

(D.R.I.V.E.:Dynamic Resolution Intensive Vector Enhancement)

Sampling rate converter

Versatile editing functions

SOUND SYNCHRO REC functions

Title input, title search

The sampling rate converter incorporated in this unit is compatible with all digital sources (32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz).

÷48 kHz	: Standard mode of DAT. For recording of B mode broadcasting of BS
	tuner, etc.
÷44.1 kHz: Standard mode of DAT. For recording of CD, MD, etc.
÷32 kHz	: Standard mode and long-hour mode of DAT. For recording of A mode
	broadcasting of BS tuner.

In addition to the conventional editing functions (MOVE, DIVIDE, COMBINE and ERASE), this unit provides more versatile editing functions such as the QUICK MOVE function for moving desired tracks at once or the QUICK ERASE function for erasing desired tracks at once.

This unit is equipped with the “SOUND SYNCHRO REC” and “AUTO CUT” functions for automatically starting and pausing recording simultaneously with the sound input, the “REC AUTO PAUSE” function for automatically stopping recording when the end of one track on the CD is reached, and the “MEMORY REC” function for starting recording from approximately 6 seconds before the current sound.

In addition to the “Title input function” which allows to assign disc and track titles simply using the multi-jog dial and the “Title search function” which allows to find the desired track title, the “Preset title function” provides a selection of frequently used titles.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

DMF-5020/DMF3020/MD-203 (En)

Caution :Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.

6 Please read all of the safety and operating instructions before operating this appliance. Adhere to all warnings on the appliance and in the instruction manual. Follow all the safety and operating instructions. These safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference.

1.Power sources – The appliance should be connected to a power supply only of the type described in the instruction manual or as marked on the appliance. If you are not sure of the type of power supply to your home, consult your appliance dealer or local power company. For appliances intended to operate from battery power, or other sources, refer to the instruction manual.

2.Power-cord protection – Power-supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, pay particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.

Never pull or stretch the cord.

3. CAUTION – Polarization – This appliance may be equipped with a polarized alternating-current line plug (a plug having one blade wider than the other). This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, try reversing the plug. If the plug should still fail to fit, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized plug.

4.Ventilation – Slots and openings in the cabinet are provided for ventilation and to ensure reliable operation of the appliance and to protect it from overheating, and these openings must not be blocked or covered. The appliance should be situated so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper ventilation.

To maintain good ventilation, do not put records or a table-cloth on the appliance. Place the appliance at least 10 cm away from the walls.

Do not use the appliance on a bed, sofa, rug or similar surface that may block the ventilation openings. This appliance should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase or rack unless proper ventilation is provided or the manufacturer’s instructions have been adhered to.

5.Water and moisture – The appliance should not be used near water - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.

6.Temperature – The appliance may not function properly if used at extremely low, or freezing temperatures. The ideal ambient temperature is above +5°C (41°F).

7.Heat – The appliance should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other appliances (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

8.Electric shock – Care should be taken so that objects do not fall and liquid is not spilled into the enclosure through openings. If a metal objects, such as a hair pin or a needle, comes into contact with the inside of this appliance, a dangerous electric shock may result. For families with children, never permit children to put anything, especially metal, inside this appliance.

9.Enclosure removal – Never remove the enclosure. If the internal parts are touched accidentally, a serious electric shock might occur.

10.Magnetic fields – Keep the appliance away from sources of magnetic fields such as TV sets, speaker systems, radios, motorized toys or magnetized objects.

11.Cleaning – Unplug this appliance from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use volatile solvents such as alcohol, paint thinner, gasoline, or benzine, etc. to clean the cabinet. Use a clean dry cloth.

12.Accessories – Do not place this appliance on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The appliance may fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance. Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the appliance. Any mounting of the appliance should follow the manufacturer’s instructions, and should use a mounting accessory recommended by the manufacturer. An appliance and cart combinationshouldbemovedwithcare.Quickstops,excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.

13.Lightning – For added protection for this appliance during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable system. This will prevent damage to the appliance due to lightning and power-line surges.

14.Abnormal smell – If an abnormal smell or smoke is detected, immediately turn the power OFF and unplug the appliance from the wall outlet. Contact your dealer or nearest service center.

POWER OFF!

15.Damage requiring service – The appliance should be serviced by qualified service personnel when:

A.The power-supply cord or the plug has been damaged.

B.Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the appliance.

C.The appliance has been exposed to rain or water.

D.The appliance does not appear to operate normally by following the instruction manual. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the instruction manual as an improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the appliance to its normal operation.

E.The appliance has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.

F.The appliance exhibits a marked change in performance.

16.Servicing – The user should not attempt to service the appliance beyond that described in the instruction manual. All other servicing should be referred to qualified service personnel.

17.Outdoor antenna grounding – If an outside antenna is connected to the appliance, be sure the antenna system is grounded so as to provide some protection against voltage surges and built up static charges. Article 810 of the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70, provides information with respect to proper grounding of the mast and supporting structure, grounding of the lead-in wire to an antenna discharge unit, size of grounding conductors, location of antenna discharge unit, connection to grounding electrodes, and requirements for the grounding electrode. See Figure.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

DMF-5020/DMF3020/MD-203 (En)

18.Power lines – An outside antenna system should not be located in the vicinity of overhead power lines or other electric light or power circuits, or where it can fall into such power lines 7 or circuits. When installing an outside antenna system, extreme care should be taken to keep from touching such power lines or circuits as contact with them might be fatal.

19.AC outlets – Do not connect other audio equipment with a power consumption larger than that specified to the AC outlet on the rear panel. Never connect other electrical appliances, such as an iron or toaster, to it to prevent fire or electric shock.

20.Overloading – Do not overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.

21.Attachment – Do not use attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer as they may cause hazards.

22.Replacement parts – When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.

23.Safety check – Upon completion of any service or repairs to this appliance, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the appliance is in proper operating condition.

EXAMPLE OF ANTENNA GROUNDING AS PER

NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

ANTENNA

LEAD IN WIRE

GROUND

CLAMPS

ANTENNA DISCHARGE UNIT

(NEC SECTION 810-20)

ELECTRIC

SERVICE

EQUIPMENT GROUNDING CONDUCTORS (NEC SECTION 810-21)

GROUND CLAMP

POWER SERVICE GROUNDING ELECTRODE SYSTEM

(NEC ART 250, PART H)

NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE

Notes

1.Item 3 is not required except for grounded or polarized equipment.

2.Item 17 and 18 are not required except for units provided with antenna terminals.

3.Item 17 complies with UL in the U.S.A.

Information that you should know

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Safety Precautions

Handling of Mini Disc

As the Mini Disc is accommodated inside a cartridge, it can be handled without caring about dust or fingerprint. However, stained or soiled cartridge may cause malfunction. To enjoy beautiful sound for extended period of time, take care on the following points.

Do not touch the disc directly.

Do not touch the disc by opening the shutter with your hand. The cartridge will be damaged if it is forced open.

Care

Wipe periodically dust and dirt attached on the cartridge with a dry cloth.

Write protect tab

To protect recorded contents against accidental erasure, set the write protect tab of the disc open. Return the tab to the original position when you want to record signals on the disc.

Disc back side

Write protect tab

Storage position

Do not leave Mini Discs in place where the temperature and/or humidity are extremely high (for example, in a place subject to direct sunlight).

Slide open.	Slide close.
(Recording disabled)	(Recording enabled)

Note related to transportation and movement

Before transporting or moving this unit, carry out the following operations.

1.Set the POWER key to ON without loading a Mini Disc.

÷Check that no disc is present in the unit.

2.	Wait a few seconds and verify that the display shown		ANALOG	DIGITAL
	appears.		1	2	3
		PGM SEARCH		32kHz
		N O D I S C	MONITOR	48kHz
				44.1kHz
3.	Set the POWER key to OFF.

Installation position

The MD recorder is very sensitive to vibrations. It should be installed in a position subject to as small vibration as possible.

Dust countermeasure

The shutter of the disc cartridge is permanently open while the disc is loaded in the set. Therefore, to prevent dust from penetrating inside the disc, take the disc out of the unit immediately after completion of recording or playback.

Information that you should know

DMF-5020/DMF3020/MD-203 (En)

Maintenance

Maintenance of the set

When the front panel or case becomes dirty, wipe with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use thinner, benzine, alcohol, etc. for these agents may cause discoloration.

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In regard to contact cleaner

Do not use contact cleaners because it could cause a malfunction. Be specially careful not to use contact cleaners containing oil, for they may deform the plastic component.

Unplug power cord

Reference notes

Caution on condensation

Condensation (of dew) may occur inside the unit when there is a great difference in temperature between this unit and the outside.

This unit may not function properly if condensation occurs. In this case, leave the unit for a few hours with the power left ON, and restart the operation after the condensation has dried up.

Be specially cautious against condensation in a following circumstance:

When this unit is carried from a place to another across a large difference in temperature, when the humidity in the room where this unit is installed increases, etc.

Memory backup

The typical period for which the memory can be backed up while the power cord is unplugged or the POWER key is set to the OFF position is about 3 weeks, though this may be variable depending on the surrounding environment.

In case of long hours of power failure or slipping out of the power cord, the data related to recording and editing (that is usually recorded at the moment the Mini Disc is ejected) may be cleared or destroyed before it is written in the Mini Disc. Remember that the data lost cannot be recovered.

After recording or editing, be sure to eject the Mini Disc so that the recording or editing data can be written in the disc.

US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

REC

IN

System connections

DMF-5020/DMF3020/MD-203 (En)

Make connection as shown below. When connecting the related system components, refer also to the in-

10 struction manuals of the related components. Caution: Do not plug in the power lead until all connections are completed.

Malfunction of microprocessor

If operation is not possible or erroneous display appears even though all connections have been made properly, reset the microprocessor referring to “In case of difficulty”. Q

MD

REC PLAY

Integrated amplifier

SYSTEM CONTROL

L		ƒ
		SL 16 XS-8
R	- + - +
	System control cord	DIGITAL
		OUTPUT
	(CD player optional)	OPTICAL

SYSTEM CONTROL

ƒ

CD player

SL 16 XS-8

MD recorder

Audio cords ×2 (accessories)

						System control cord ×1	Optical fiber cable
							(optional)
						(accessories)
							Optical fiber cable ×1
							(accessories)

DIGITAL

REC

IN

1 OPT. 2 COAX.

						TO WALL AC
	LINE	SYSTEM	IN		DIGITAL	OUTLET
REC	(VARIABLE)	CONTROL			OUT
	IN PLAY OUT		REC		PLAY
L	L	1	OPT.	2	COAX. COAX.	OPT.
R	R

DIGITAL input / output jacks

(OPTICAL) DIGITAL PLAY OUT

1 OPT. 2 COAX. COAX. OPT.

Remove protective caps from digital input/output jacks before use.

Remove cap.

÷Be careful not to lose the protective caps.

÷When connecting the audio cords (cords with pin plugs on each end), insert the white plugs into the L (Left) jacks and red plugs into the R (Right) jacks.

÷If the system components are equipped with more than one system control cord connectors, any one of the connectors can be used.

1. Connect all cords firmly. If connections are loose, there could be loss of sound or noise produced.

Notes

2. When plugging and unplugging connection cords, be sure to first remove the power cord from the AC outlet. Plugging/unplugging connection cords without removal of the power cord can cause malfunctions or damage to the unit.

System connections

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About the system control connections

About the system control connections

Connecting system control cords after connecting a Kenwood audio component system lets you take advantage of convenient system control operations.

There are two Kenwoood system control modes. Make connections according to the groups of terminal symbols shown below.

[XS8] Mode : lets you combine F, f, and ƒ terminals

[SL16] Mode : for [SL16] terminals only

This unit is compatible.

You can connect this unit via system control if all other equipment using system control connections are set to the [SL16] mode.

1. [SL16] equipment cannot be combined with [XR], [XS], and [XS8] equipment for system

Notes

operations. If your equipment consists of this kind of combination, please do not connect any system control cords. Even without system control cords, normal operations can be carried out without affecting performance.

2. Even if your amplifier or receiver does not have a system control terminal, the system control functions between other components can be implemented partially by connecting system control cords to the system control terminals of other components.

3.Do not connect system control cords to any components other than those specified by Kenwood. It may cause a malfunction and damage your equipment.

4.Be sure the system control plugs are inserted all the way in to the system control terminals. (See the figure at right.)

About the system control operations

Remote Control

Lets you operate this unit with the system remote supplied with the amplifier or receiver. Automatic Operation

Automatically switches the input selector on the amplifier or receiver when you start playback from this unit. Synchronized Recording

When recording a CD after setting the amplifier's input selector to CD, starting playback on the CD player allows to start recording automatically in an interlocked operation.

÷Do not operate the CD player during recording of a digital source other than CD; otherwise malfunction may occur.

÷Synchronized recording is not possible while the SOUND SYNCHRO REC, AUTO CUT and REC AUTO PAUSE function is operating.

§⁄

Note on connection of optical-fiber cable

The optical-fiber cable is designed for use in the connection of the CD player (optional). The digital signal transmission makes it possible to record the high-quality sound of CDs without degradation.

÷Insert the optical-fiber cable straight into the connector until it clicks.

÷Be sure to attach the protection cap when the connector is not used.

÷Never bend or bundle the optical-fiber cable.

÷All of the commercially-available optical fiber cables cannot be used with these units. If there is an optical fiber cable which cannot be connected to your component, please consult your dealer or nearest KENWOOD agent.

D.R.I.V.E.II (Dynamic Resolution Intensive Vector Enhancement) system (For DMF-5020 only)

This unit incorporates the KENWOOD-original “D.R.I.V.E.II” circuit which makes high quality sound reproduction possible.

1The reproducibility of small signals is improved drastically for an excellent reproduction of fine reverberations of music. The excellence is also remarkable in the feeling of stability, presence, attack sound and bass reproduction.

2The D.R.I.V.E.II system maintains the correlation between the musical components of the input and output signals and does not cause any sound degradation from the principle.

Names and functions of parts

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12 Display / Main unit

REPEAT indicator

PGM (Program) indicator

Peak level indicators

ANALOG input indicator

TITLE and SEARCH indicators

MONO indicator

DIGITAL input 1/2 indicators

∞ 40

(−dB)

REPEAT

L

30

21

18

15

12

9

7

5

3

1

0

OVER

ANALOG

DIGITAL

TITLE

1

2

3

PGM

SEARCH

R

∞ 40

30

27

24

21

18

15

12

9

6

3

0

OVER (−dB)

MONO

32kHz

COPY

SINGLE

• •

• ••• • • • • •48kHz

¶ REC indicator

indicators

Operation indicators

TOTAL

MONITOR

44.1kHz

Sumpling frequency

MANUAL

8 Pause indicator

REMAIN

A . PAUSE

3 Play indicator

SINGLE, TOTAL and

Character information

A. PAUSE indicator

REMAIN indicators

display

MANUAL indicator

		Display		MONITOR indicator
1	2	3	4 5		6 78	9	0
STEREO MINIDISC RECORDER							REC LEVEL
			0	7	3
							MIN MAX
		DISC LOADING MECHANISM		1	¡	REC	DMF-5020 only
			REC MODE/CHARAC. JOG DIAL		EDIT/SPACE
POWER	MONITOR
							PHONES
TIMER	TITLE INPUT REC INPUT /DELETE					OUTPUT
STANDBY				SET	ENTER	LEVEL
					/TIME DISPLAY
REC OFF PLAY				4	¢
- ON – OFF
	! @ # $		% ^ &* () ¡™£

Listening through headphones

Plug the stereo headphones (with standard-plug) available in audio stores into the PHONES jack and adjust the listening volume with the OUTPUT LEVEL control on the front panel. The default value is 0 dB (maximum volume).

OUTPUT

LEVEL

Standby mode

While the standby indicator of the unit is lit, a small amount of current is flowing into the unit's internal circuitry to back up the memory. This condition is referred to as the standby mode of the unit. While the unit is in the standby mode, it can be turned ON from the remote control unit.

Names and functions of parts

DMF-5020/DMF3020/MD-203 (En)

Description of main unit keys

1POWER key

:Press to turn the unit ON and OFF.

:The unit may enter the standby mode when the POWER key is pressed to turn it ON. This is because the unit holds the memory that it has been put to the standby mode by the remote control unit in the last operation.

^SET key

§‹ 13

:For use in setting the editing result and input title in memory.

:When pressed in the recording pause mode, the MEMORY REC function is set and recording starts from the sound approximately 6 seconds before the current sound.

&JOG DIAL

*)‹

2Remote control sensor

3Mini Disc insertion slot

:When a Mini Disc is inserted while the unit is in the standby mode, it is turned ON automatically.

4Eject (0) key

: Press to eject the Mini Disc.

Skip down (4)/ Skip up(¢) knob

:During playback, rotate to skip tracks.

:Before starting recording in record mode, rotate to select the recording setting adjustment mode.

:During title search, rotate to select a track number.

:During title input, rotate to select a track number or a character.

:During editing, rotate to select the editing mode or a track number.

5Stop (7) key

: Press to stop playback or recording.

6Play (3) key

: Press to start playback.

7Manual search down (1) key

)u

:This key functions as the fast reverse key during playback.

:During an editing mode, press to move the title input cursor or to scroll the track title display to the left.

8Manual search up (¡) key

)u

:This key functions as the fast forward key during playback.

:During an editing mode, press to move the title input cursor or to scroll the track title display to the right.

9Pause (8) key

: Press to let playback or recording pause temporarily.

*ENTER/TIME DISPLAY key	›o
ENTER

:For use in executing the editing and title input operations.

TIME DISPLAY

:Press to switch the time and title display modes.

(EDIT/SPACE key	‹i
EDIT

:Press to switch the editing mode ON/OFF.

SPACE

:Press to insert a blank space character during the title input operation.

)OUTPUT LEVEL DOWN (fi) key

@

:Use this to decrease the volume of the headphones and the output level.

¡OUTPUT LEVEL UP (%) key

@

0REC LEVEL knob	•	: Use this to increase the volume of the headphones and the
: Rotate to adjust the analog recording level.		output level.

!TIMER switch

: This switch is used in timer playback and timer recording.

@TITLE INPUT key

t

: Press to switch the title input mode ON/OFF.

#REC INPUT key

¶ª

:Press to switch the recording input line between digital (optical/coaxial), analog and monaural.

$MONITOR/DELETE key	¢
MONITOR

:Press to monitor the sound being input from the source while the unit is in stop mode.

DELETE

:During title editing, press to delete a character. During track editing, press to delete a track.

™Record (¶) key

§•º

:Press to start recording.

In stop mode

:When the ¶key is pressed while a recordable disc is present in the unit, it enters record-pause mode.

(It enters record-pause mode at the position immediately after the last existing track.)

In record-pause mode

:When the ¶ key is pressed, the SOUND SYNCHRO REC standby mode is set.

:In the SOUND SYNCHRO REC standby mode, the set functions in the same way as in the normal recording pause mode.

£PHONES jack

:Connect stereo headphones (optional) here.

%REC MODE/CHARAC. (Character) key	¢y
REC MODE

:Press to switch the recording setting adjustment modes (record modes) ON/OFF.

CHARAC.

:Press to select a character group during the title input operation.

Names and functions of parts

DMF-5020/DMF3020/MD-203 (En)

14 Remote control unit (DMF-5020)

The remote control unit incorporates the basic operation keys as well as a variety of applied operation keys so that it can be used in a wide range of purposes.

The keys on the remote control unit with the same names as on the main unit have the same function as the keys on the main unit.

1ON/STANDBY key

:Press to turn the unit between ON and STANDBY ( / ) modes.

2OUTPUT LEVEL (%fi) keys

:Use these to adjust the output level and the volume of the headphones.

3Character editing keys TIME DISPLAY key

: Press to switch the time and title display.

CHARA. (Character)/ P.MODE (Play Mode) key

CHARA.

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

RC-M0705

80

	EDIT CANCEL		TITLE
		INPUT	SEARCH
9
	SET	ENTER	EDIT
		ABC	DEF
	1	2	3
	GHI	JKL	MNO
0	4	5	6
	PRS	TUV	WXY
	7	8	9
	& ( ) - /	QZ	' , : ? !
	+100	0	+10

7CURSOR / 1 , ¡ shuttle

CURSOR

:During title input, rotate to move the cursor.

		1, ¡
	1	: Use this during playback for forward and
		reverse search.
POWER
%	2
OUTPUT
LEVEL
fi		8EJECT (0) key
TIME
DISPLAY
CHARA.
P.MODE	3	9Editing mode keys

DELETE

CLEAR	EDIT CANCEL key
SPACE	: Press to cancel the editing operation.
CHECK

:Press to select a character group during the title input operation.

P.MODE

:Press to initiate the program mode.

DELETE / CLEAR key DELETE

:During title input, press to delete a character.

CLEAR

:During editing, press to clear a selected track number.

:In program mode, press to clear the program.

SPACE / CHECK key

SPACE

:During title input, press to insert a blank space character.

CHECK

:In program mode, press to check the program contents.

4MONITOR key

:Press to monitor the sound being input from the source while the unit is in stop mode.

METER key

:Press to switch the level meter display contents.

RANDOM key

:Press to initiate the random play mode.

REPEAT key

:Press to switch the repeat modes for repeat playback.

5Basic operation keys

3: Play key

4 , ¢ : Skip down/up keys

¶: Record key

7: Stop key

8: Pause key

MONITOR METER	RANDOM	REPEAT	4
4	£	¢	5
÷	7	8	6
REC MODE AUTO/MANU. AUTO PAUSE REC INPUT
™™/CUR.L	CUR.R/££

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Model: RC-M0705

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6Recording-related keys REC MODE key

:Press to switch the recording setting adjustment modes ON/OFF.

AUTO/MANU. key

:Selects whether the track numbers are to be marked automatically during recording (AUTO) or to be marked manually after it (MANUAL).

AUTO PAUSE key

:When this key is pressed, the pause mode is initiated automatically at the point where the track number changes during playback.

:When pressed in the recording or recording standby mode, the AUTO REC PAUSE mode is turned on.

REC INPUT key

:Press to switch the recording input line between digital (optical/coaxial), analog and monaural.

TITLE INPUT key

:Press to switch the title input mode ON/ OFF.

TITLE SEARCH key

:Press to switch the title search mode ON/OFF.

:During title editing, press to switch the title change input mode between the “overwrite mode” and “insert mode”.

SET key

:This key is used in the title assignment or editing operations.

:When pressed in the recording pause mode, the MEMORY REC function is set and recording starts from the sound approximately 6 seconds before the current sound.

ENTER key

:Press to execute editing or enter the input title in memory.

EDIT key

:Press to switch the editing mode ON/ OFF.

0Numeric keys 0-9

:Press when selecting a track number directly.

+10

:Press when selecting a track number 10 or more.

+100

:Press when selecting a track number 100 or more.

:These keys are also used to select a character or symbol during title editing.

The figure of the remote control keys used this manual is for the DMF-5020.

DMF-5020/DMF3020/MD-203 (En)

Remote control unit (DMF-3020/MD-203)

15

The remote control unit incorporates the basic operation keys as well as a variety of applied operation keys so that it can be used in a wide range of purposes.

The keys on the remote control unit with the same names as on the main unit have the same function as the keys on the main unit.

1

1Numeric keys / Character editing keys Numeric keys

0-9

:Press when selecting a track number directly.

+10

:Press when selecting a track number 10 or more.

+100

:Press when selecting a track number 100 or more.

:These keys are also used to select a character or symbol during title editing.

CHARACTER DELETE / CLEAR key CHARACTER DELETE

:During title input, press to delete a character.

CLEAR

:During editing, press to clear a selected track number.

:In program mode, press to clear the program.

CHARACTER SPACE / CHECK key CHARACTER SPACE

:During title input, press to insert a blank space character.

CHECK

:In program mode, press to check the program contents.

CHARA. (Character)/ P.MODE (Play Mode) key

CHARA.

:Press to select a character group during the title input operation.

P.MODE

: Press to initiate the program mode.

2ON/STANDBY key

:Press to turn the unit between ON and STANDBY ( / ) modes.

3REPEAT key

:Press to switch the repeat modes for repeat playback.

RANDOM key

: Press to initiate the random play mode.

4OUTPUT LEVEL (%fi) keys

:Use these to adjust the output level and the volume of the headphones.

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

RC-M0302

	ABC	DEF		2
1	2	3
			POWER
GHI	JKL	MNO	REPEAT
4	5	6
PRS	TUV	WXY	RANDOM	3
7	8	9
& ( ) - / QZ		' , : ? !	%
+100	0	+10
CHARACTER			OUTPUT	4
DELETE	SPACE	CHARA.	LEVEL
CLEAR	CHECK	P.MODE	fi
REC INPUT	EDIT	SET	ENTER	5
÷	8	7	£	6
CURSOR		CHARACTER
		/SEARCH

1¡ 4 ¢

EDIT	TITLE		TIME
CANCEL			DISPLAY
	INPUT	SEARCH		7
AUTO	AUTO		METER
PAUSE	/MANU.	MONITOR	MODE

Model: RC-M0302

Infrared ray system

5Editing mode keys

REC INPUT key

:Press to switch the recording input line between digital (optical/coaxial), analog and monaural.

EDIT key

:Press to switch the editing mode ON/ OFF.

SET key

:This key is used in the title assignment or editing operations.

:When pressed in the recording pause mode, the MEMORY REC function is set and recording starts from the sound approximately 6 seconds before the current sound.

ENTER key

:Press to execute editing or enter the input title in memory.

6Basic operation keys

¶: Record key

8: Pause key

7: Stop key

3 : Play key

CURSOR / 1 , ¡ keys

1 , ¡

:During playback, press to fast forward or fast reverse the play.

CURSOR

:During title input, press to move the cursor.

CHARACTER/SEARCH/4 , ¢ keys

CHARACTER

:Press to select a character group during the title input operation.

SEARCH

:During title search, rotate to select a track number.

4 , ¢

:During playback, press to skip tracks in the forward or reverse direction.

7Applied operation keys EDIT CANCEL key

:Press to cancel the editing operation.

TITLE INPUT key

:Press to switch the title input mode ON/ OFF.

TITLE SEARCH key

:Press to switch the title search mode ON/OFF.

:During title editing, press to switch the title change input mode between the “overwrite mode” and “insert mode”.

TIME DISPLAY key

:Press to switch the time and title display.

AUTO PAUSE key

:When this key is pressed, the pause mode is initiated automatically at the point where the track number changes during playback.

:When pressed in the recording or recording standby mode, the AUTO REC PAUSE mode is turned on.

AUTO/MANU. key

:Selects whether the track numbers are to be marked automatically during recording (AUTO) or to be marked manu-

ally after it (MANUAL).

MONITOR key

:Press to monitor the sound being input from the source while the unit is in stop mode.

METER MODE key

:Press to switch the level meter display contents.

Operation of remote control unit

16 Loading batteries		DMF-5020/DMF3020/MD-203 (En)
1Remove the cover.	2Insert batteries.	3Close the cover.
RC-M0705 (For DMF-5020)
		1
		2

÷IInsert two R03 ("AAA"-size) batteries following the polarity indications.

RC-M0302

(For DMF-3020/MD-203)

÷Insert two R6 (“AA”-size) batteries following the polarity indications.

Operation

Plug the power cord into a power outlet, then turn on the main unit's POWER key to turn the power on. (If in the standby mode, press the ON/STANDBY key on the remote

control unit.) Once the power has been switched ON, press Remote sensor the desired operation key.

÷When pressing more than one remote control keys successively, press the keys securely by leaving an interval of 1 second or more between pressing of keys.

6m

30° 30°

Reference operating range

(Example) Model: RC-M0705

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1. The provided batteries are intended for use in operation checking, and their service life may be short.

Notes

2. When the remote controllable distance becomes short, replace all batteries with new ones.

3. If direct sunlight or the light of a highfrequency fluorescent lamp (inverter type, etc.) is incident to the remote sensor, malfunction may occur. In such a case, change the installation position to avoid malfunction.

Playback of Mini Disc

Use the following procedure to play an MD in the original order of tracks from track No. 1.

Before playing an MD

Set the TIMER switch to OFF.

TIMER

REC OFF PLAY

DMF-5020/DMF-3020/MD-203 (En)

Disc recorded in monaural mode

This unit is capable of playing a Mini Disc recorded in the 17 “monaural long-play mode.” As the “monaural long-play mode” requires half the amount of data required for stereo mode recording, the playing time (recording time)

of the disc is doubled (to max. 148 minutes) from that in the stereo mode.

÷A Mini Disc recorded in the “monaural long-play mode” cannot be played normally with equipment which is not compatible with monaural playback.

Playing tracks in order from track No. 1

1Turn the power ON.

ANALOG DIGITAL

POWER

- ON – OFF

2Load a Mini Disc.

In the direction of the arrow.

	1	2	3
PGM SEARCH		32kHz
N O D I S C
		48kHz
	MONITOR
		44.1kHz

In case no disc is loaded:

÷Insert a Mini Disc into the slot securely.

÷“READING” blinks while the unit checks the contents of the disc.

÷If a title has been assigned to the disc, that title will be displayed.

		L	40 30 21 18 15 12	9 7 5 3 1 0 OVER (−dB)	ANALOG	DIGITAL
		R			1	2	3
PGM	SEARCH					32kHz
	SINGLE
		0 0 1		0 : 0 0	MONITOR	48kHz
						44.1kHz

÷If the “PGM” indicator is lit, press the CHARA. / P.MODE key of the remote control unit to turn it off.

3Start playback.

÷In a few seconds, playback starts from track No, 1.

			L ∞ 40 30 21 18 15 12	9 7 5 3 1 0 OVER (−dB)	ANALOG	DIGITAL
7	3		R		1	2	3
		PGM SEARCH				32kHz
		SINGLE		4 : 1 2	MONITOR
			0 0 1			48kHz
						44.1kHz

Track No. being played	Elapsed time of track
	being played