Before installation, read the section entitled “Installation” for correct
installation.
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Before applying power
Units are designed for operation as follows.
U.S.A. ...................................................................AC 120 V only
Europe & U.K. .....................................................AC 230 V only
Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.
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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.
Safety precautions
WARNING : TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION
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.
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.
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Contents
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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.
CAUTION – Polarization – This appliance may
3.
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 tablecloth 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.
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 combination should
be moved with care. Quick stops, excessive force, and
uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart
combination to overturn.
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.
Caution : Read this page carefully to ensure safe operation.
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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.
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.
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 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
ELECTRIC
SERVICE
EQUIPMENT
NEC – NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE
ELECTRICAL CODE
GROUND
CLAMPS
GROUND CLAMP
POWER SERVICE GROUNDING
ELECTRODE SYSTEM
(NEC ART 250, PART H)
ANTENNA
LEAD IN WIRE
ANTENNA
DISCHARGE UNIT
(NEC SECTION 810-20)
GROUNDING CONDUCTORS
(NEC SECTION 810-21)
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.
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Before operation
Before operation
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Unpacking
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)
Allen wrench (1)
Remote control unit (1)
Batteries (R6/AA) (2)
Spacer (1)Replacement front feet (2)
Before operation
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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.
Digital recording volume control
The recording level adjustment which used to be possible
only with analog input signals is now available with digital
input signals.
Free layout
The unit can be installed vertically on the side as well as the
conventional, horizontal installation. Much freer system setting than before is now possible.
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Title input & title search
Various editing features
Simplified CD recording (O.T.E.)
Simplified playback with a onetouch operation
Sampling rate converter
The titles of tracks recorded onto an MD can be assigned and
stored in the MD. The title search facility allows you to search
desired tracks by their titles.
In addition to usual editing modes (MOVE, DIVIDE, COMBINE
and ERASE), this unit incorporates versatile editing features
such as QUICK MOVE for reordering the tracks in an MD
simultaneously and QUICK ERASE for erasing desired tracks.
When the unit is used in combination with the CD receiver
(RD-VH7), the desired track in a CD can be recorded onto sn
MD with a single operation (O.T.E.: One Touch Edit).
Even when the unit is off (STANDBY mode of power), playback can be started easily by simply pressing the play key on
the front panel.
The unit incorporates a sampling rate converter to handle
different kinds of digital sources (32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz).
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Safety Precautions
Before operation
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Installation position
The MD recorder is very sensitive to vibrations. It should
be installed in a position subject to as small vibration as
possible.
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 dride up.
Be specially cautious against condensatin in a following
circumsatance:
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 memory storage is held for about a day after the
power cord has been unplugged from the power outlet.
In case the power supply has stopped or the power cord
has been left unplugged for an extended period of time,
the information related to recording and editing (recorded at the moment a Mini Disc is ejected) may be
cleared or destroyed before it is recorded on the disc.
The lost information cannot be recovered later.
To ensure the recording of the recording and editingrelated information on the Mini Disc, be sure to eject the
Mini Disc after every recording or editing operation.
US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laboratories.
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.
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).
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.
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
Slide open.
(Recording
disabled)
Slide close.
(Recording
enabled)
Note related to transportation and movement
Before transporting or moving this unit, carry
out the following operations.
1. With no disc loaded in the unit, press the “on/
standby” key to on.
¶ Check that no disc is present in the unit.
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2. Wait a few seconds and verify that the display
shown appears.
3. Press the “on/standby” key to off (standby).
Maintenance
Maintenance of the unit
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.
MD
NODISC
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.
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Installation
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The front feet attached at the factory can be replaced with the provided replacement feet.
When you want to stack the RD-VH7 (optional) above this unit, installed this unit horizontally by using
the provided horizontal installation spacer.
Check the following accessories
Replacement front feet .................................... 2
Spacer for horizontal installation.................... 1
Allen wrench ..................................................... 1
÷ Remove the MD and unplug the power cord be-
NotesNotes
Notes
fore proceeding to the following operation.
÷ Only the front feet can be replaced.
÷ When attaching replacement front feet, use only
the screws which have been used with the removed feet. (Using other screws may result in a
fire or malfunction.)
÷ If this unit is fell down by mistake after installation
and if an MD is left inside the unit, the MD may be
damaged.
Changing the installation method
Horizontal, stacked installation (When stacking the optional RD-VH7 above the unit)
Use the provided spacer for horizontal installation.
Attach the spacer by inserting its claws into the
1
spacer mount holes on the rear of the this unit.
NOTE When inserting the claws, align them
with the holes by tilting the spacer slightly
(about 20 degrees) as shown in the illustration.
Spaser
Arrange the cords by winding them around
2
the spacer.
The audio cords and system control cord can be
accommodated into the trench on the spacer by
winding them as shown in the illustration.
Claw
Spaser mount
hole
Vertical installation
Change the left front foot location as described below.
Using the Allen wrench, remove the 2 screws
1
from the front foot located on the left when
the unit is seen from the front.
Step1
Front feet removed in step 1
Stack the RD-VH7 by aligning its feet with the
3
foot support cavities on the spacer.
Align the removed front foot with the
2
threaded holes on the rear part of the right
side panel, and attach the front foot using the
screws removed in step 1.
Step2
View of the unit
when it is placed
vertically
System connections
How to replace the front feet
The factory-attached front feet can be exchanged with the provided replacement front feet.
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Using the Allen wrench, remove the 2 screws
1
from each front foot.
Threaded holes
Attach the provided replacement front feet.
2
Attach using two of the 4 screws removed in
step 1.
LCD contrast adjustment (Main unit only)
The contrast of the LCD display can be switched as desired.
1 Press the mode key.
2 Press the 4 or ¢ key to select “CONTRAST SET?”, then press the enter key.
3 Adjust the contrast by pressing the 4 or ¢ key, then press the enter key.
¶ Press and hold the mode key for more than 2 seconds to reset the contrast to the initial value.
Adjusting the display orientation (Main unit only)
With the initial setting, the display window of this unit switches the display orientation by automatically
(AUTO) detecting the vertical or horizontal installation. However, it is also possible to switch the
orientation manually (MANUAL) as desired.
Manual switching procedure
1 Press the mode key.
2 Press the 4 or ¢ key to select “WINDOW SET?”, then press the enter key.
3 Press the 4 or ¢ key to select “MANUAL”, then press the enter key.
4 Press the 4 or ¢ key to select the desired orientation, then press the enter key.
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System connections
Make connection as shown below. When connecting the related system components, refer
also to the instruction manuals of the related
components.
Caution: Do not plug in the power lead until all
connections are completed.
When installing this unit, reserve a clearance of at
least 10cm from the rear wall.
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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”.u
Optical fiber cable
RD-VH7 (optional)
System control cord
DIGITAL
OUT
OPT ICAL
SYSTEM
CONTROL
SYSTEM
CONTROL
Audio cord
RECINPLAY
L
R
OUT
L
MD
R
REC
PLAY IN
OUT
Audio cord
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DIGITAL IN
OPTICAL
TO WALL
AC OUTLET
¶ To enable system operations including CD recording, it
is recommened to connect the CD receiver (RD-VH7)
to “DIGITAL IN OPTICAL 1”.¢∞
¶ Commercial digital equipment (BS tuner, DAT, etc.)
can be connected to “OPTICAL 2”.§º
1. Connect all cords firmly. If connections are loose, there could be loss of sound or noise produced.
Notes
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.
DIGITAL IN jack
1
(OPTICAL)
Remove the protective cap before using
the DIGITAL IN jack.
Remove cap.
¶ Be careful not to lose the protective caps.
DIGITAL IN
OPTICAL
Note on connection of optical-fiber cable
System connections
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The optical-fiber cable is used in the connection of
the CD receiver (optional RD-VH7). 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.
Connection of system control cord
Plugging the connector.Unplugging the connector
Click!
Insert the connector straight until it clicks.
While pushing the two sides of the connector, pull it
straight out.
System operation features
Easy operation function
When this unit is connected with the CD receiver (RDVH7) through a system control cord, the basic operations
of this unit can be controlled from the remote control unit
provided with the RD-VH7. This connection also makes
possible the easy operation function which activates
operations according to the input selection made on the
RD-VH7 (two-way operations). For details, refer to the
Instruction Manual of the RD-VH7.
Timer recording/playback
When this unit is connected with the CD receiver (RDVH7) through a system control cord, timer playback of an
MD and timer recording of radio broadcasting are possible.
For details, read this instruction manual as well as the
Instruction Manual of the RD-VH7.
Operations on this unit: Steps 1 to 3 in “General
Press to unload the Mini Disc.
The indicator lights when a MD is present in the
unit.
3 Mini Disc insertion slot&
4 One-Touch Edit (o.t.e.) key¢
Press for one-touch recording of a CD.
5 Fast forward and fast backward (1, ¡)
/ rec level keys(
During playback, this key is used to move the
played position forward or backward.
During recording, this key is used to adjust the
recording level.∞§
6 Skip (4, ¢) keys(
Press to skip disc tracks during playback.
In record-pause mode, these keys are used for
MEMORY REC operation.•
rec level
6
7
enter
9
8
mode
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on/standby
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POWER (For U.S.A.)
7 Play, Pause (3/8)/enter key&(
Press to start playback.
Press to temporary stop the disc operation.
This key is also used as the enter key of an item set
using the mode key.!
8 Stop (7) key(
Press to stop the disc operation.
9 mode key!
Press to adjust the LCD contrast or to switch the
display orientation between vertical and horizontal.
0 “on/standby (
Press to turn the unit on or off (standby).
! Remote control sensor^
@ standby indicator
# Record (¶) key∞§
Press when starting recording.
$ Display
)” key&
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.
Remote control unit
Names and functions of parts
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REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
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CANCEL
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4 on/standby (POWER (
)) key
: Press to turn the unit on or off (standby).
5 Display/program operation keys
REPEAT key£
4
: Press to play tracks repeatedly.
RAMDOM key*
: Used at the time of random playback.
TIME DISP. keyº
5
: Press to switch the time display mode.
TITLE SEARCH key)
: This key is used to switch the title input mode.
CHECK/SPACE key™
: This key is used to check the program contents.
During title input, it is used to insert a blank space
character.
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CLEAR/DELETE key™
: This key is used to clear the program. During title
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input, it is used to delete a character.
P.MODE/CHARAC. key¡
: This key is used in program playback. During title
input, it is used to select the character group.
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TITLE INPUT keye
: This key is used to switch the title input mode.
EDIT key¤
: This key is used to switch the editing mode.
EDIT CANCEL key‹
: Used to cancel editing.
1 Numeric keys
: Press to specify the desired track number.*
: Used at the time of title input for selection of charac-
ters and symbols.
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2 Editing mode keys
SET key¤
: Press to set the editing result or input title definitely
in memory.
ENTER key‹
: Press to execute editing or title input operation.
3 Recording operation keys
¶:Record key
One-Touch Edit (O.T.E.) key¢
: Press for one-touch recording of a CD.
6 Basic operation keys
1, ¡
: Fast forward and fast backward keys.
At the time of editing, the cursor movement
and the selected title can be confirmed.
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4, ¢ : Skip keys.(
During editing, this key is used to select
track numbers, title and characters.
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8 : Pause key7 : Stop keyPLAY 3 : Play key
7 Applied operation keys
REC INPUT key∞§
: This key is used to switch the recording input source.
REC MODE key•
: Press to switch the recording setting adjustment
modes ON/OFF.
MONITOR key∞§º
: Monitors the audio from an input source.
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Operation of remote control unit
Loading batteries
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Remove the cover.
1
Operation
Insert batteries.
2
¶ Insert two R6 (“AA”-size) batteries
following the polarity indications.
Close the cover.
3
The unit can be turned on by plugging the power
cord into a power outlet and pressing the “on/
standby (POWER (
trol unit. After the unit has been turned on, press 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.
))” key of the remote con-
Reference operating range
6 m
Remote sensor
30°
30°
NotesNotes
Notes
1. The provided batteries are intended for use in operation checking, and their service life may be short.
2. When the remote controllable distance becomes short, replace all batteries with new ones.
3. If direct sunlight or the light of a high- frequency 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.
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