Sharp CDMD3000 User Manual

AUDIO TOWER SYSTEM

MODEL

CD-MD3000H

OPERATION MANUAL

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Thank you for purchasing this SHARP product.
T o obtain the best performance from this product, please read this
manual carefully . It will guide you in operating your SHARP product.

CD-MD3000H Audio Tower System consisting of CD-MD3000H (main
unit) and CP-RW5000H (speaker system).

Special Notes

NOTES FOR USERS IN THE U.K. AND IRELAND

The mains lead of this product is fitted with a non-rewireable (moulded) plug incorpo­rating a 3A fuse. Should the fuse need to be replaced, a BSI or ASTA approved BS
1362 fuse marked
the pin face of the plug must be used.

Always refit the fuse cover after replacing the fuse. Never use the plug without the
fuse cover fitted.

In the unlikely event of the socket outlet in your home not being compatible with the
plug supplied, cut-off the mains plug and fit an appropriate type.

DANGER:

The fuse from the cut-off plug should be removed and the cut-off plug destroyed
immediately and disposed of in a safe manner.

Under no circumstances should the cut-off plug be inserted elsewhere into a 13A
socket outlet as a serious electric shock may occur.
To fit an appropriate plug to the mains lead, follow the instructions below:

IMPORTANT:

The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
Blue : Neutral
Brown : Live

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this product may not correspond with
the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

● The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the plug terminal which is
marked N or coloured black.

● The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the plug terminal which is
marked L or coloured red.

Ensure that neither the brown nor the blue wire is connected to the earth terminal in
your three pin plug.

Before replacing the plug cover, make sure that:

● If the new fitted plug contains a fuse, its value is the same as that removed from
the cut-off plug.

● The cord grip is clamped over the sheath of the mains lead and not simply over the
lead wires.

IF YOU HAVE ANY DOUBT, CONSULT A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.

SERVICE INFORMATION

In the unlikely event of your equipment requiring repair, please contact the dealer or

Important Instruction

supplier from whom it was purchased. Where this is not possible, please visit our
web-site www.sharp.co.uk/support.
Customers without internet access may telephone [phone] during office hours
(or [phone] if telephoning from Ireland).
Please note; all calls will be charged at local rate.

Certain replacement parts and accessories may be obtained from our main parts
distributor.

In the unlikely event of this equipment requiring repair during the guarantee period,
you will need to provide proof of the date of purchase to the repairing company.

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Please keep your invoice or receipt, which is supplied at the time of purchase.

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WARNINGS

● When the ON/ST AND-BY button is set at STAND-BY position, mains voltage is still
present inside the unit.
When the ON/STAND-BY button is set at ST AND-BY position, the unit may be brought
into operation by the timer mode or remote control.

● This unit contains no user serviceable parts. Never remove covers unless qualified
to do so. This unit contains dangerous voltages, always remove mains plug from the
socket before any service operation and when not in use for a long period.

● To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to dripping or splash­ing. No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

CAUTION

● Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other than those speci­fied herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

● As the laser beam used in this compact disc player is harmful to the eyes, do not
attempt to disassemble the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

NOTES

● Recording and playback of any material may require consent, which SHARP is
unable to give. Please refer particularly to the provisions of the Copyright Act
1956, the Dramatic and Musical Performers Protection Act 1958, the Performers
Protection Acts 1963 and 1972 and to any subsequent statutory enactments and
orders.

● This equipment complies with the requirements of Directives 89/336/EEC and 73/23/
EEC as amended by 93/68/EEC.

US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laboratories.

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Contents

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Important Instruction Page

Special Notes .......................................................................................2

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General Information

Precautions .......................................................................................4-5

Accessories ......................................................................................... 5

Controls and Indicators .................................................................6-11

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Preparation for Use

System Connections ....................................................................12-13

Remote Control .................................................................................14

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Basic Operation

General Control ................................................................................. 15

Sound Control ...................................................................................16

Setting the Clock ...............................................................................17

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CD Playback

Listening to a CD (CDs) ...............................................................18-19

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MD Playback

Listening to a MiniDisc ................................................................20-21

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Advanced CD/MD Playback

Programmed Play ..............................................................................22

Repeat or Random Play ....................................................................23

To Specify a Disc to Play (CD Only).................................................23

Switching the Time Display ..............................................................23

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Tape Playback

Listening to a Cassette Tape............................................................24

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MD Recording Page

Before Recording to a MiniDisc .......................................................35

Recording to a MiniDisc from CDs ............................................ 36-38

Recording to a MiniDisc from a Cassette Tape ..............................39

Recording to a MiniDisc from the Radio .........................................39

Checking Displays ............................................................................40

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Tape Recording

Recording to a Cassette Tape from a CD........................................41

Recording to a Cassette Tape from a MiniDisc ..............................42

Recording to a Cassette Tape from the Radio................................43

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MD Editing

Titling a MiniDisc ..........................................................................44-45

Editing a Recorded MiniDisc ...................................................... 46-48

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Advanced Features

Timer and Sleep Operation......................................................... 49-51

Enhancing Your Stereo System ................................................. 52-53

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References

What is a MiniDisc?...........................................................................54

MiniDisc System Limitations............................................................54

Error Messages .................................................................................55

Troubleshooting Chart.................................................................56-57

Maintenance.......................................................................................58

Specifications ...............................................................................58-59

TERMS OF GUARANTEE ................................................. Back cover

Important Instruction

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Radio

Listening to the Radio..................................................................25-26

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RDS Radio

Using the Radio Data System (RDS) ......................................... 27-34

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Precautions

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General

● Please ensure that the equipment is positioned in a well ventilated area

and that there is at least 10 cm (4") of free space along the sides and back.
There must also be a minimum of 20 cm (8") of free space on the top of the
unit.

10 cm (4")

● Use the unit on a firm, level surface free

from vibration.

● Keep the unit away from direct sunlight,

strong magnetic fields, excessive dust,
humidity and electronic/electrical equip­ment (home computers, facsimiles, etc.)
which generates electrical noise.

● Do not place anything on top of the unit.

● Do not expose the unit to moisture, to temperatures higher than 60°C

(140°F) or to extreme low temperatures.

10 cm (4")

20 cm (8")

General Information

● If your system does not work properly, disconnect the AC power lead

from the wall socket. Plug the AC power lead back in, and then turn on
your system.

● In case of an electrical storm, unplug the

unit for safety.

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10 cm (4")

● Hold the AC power plug by the head when re-

moving it from the wall socket, as pulling the
lead can damage internal wires.

● Do not remove the outer cover, as this may

result in electric shock. Refer internal ser­vice to your local SHARP service facility.

● The ventilation should not be impeded by cov-

ering the ventilation openings with items, such
as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.

● No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the

apparatus.

● Attention should be drawn to the environmental aspects of battery disposal.

● The apparatus is designed for use in moderate climate.

● This unit should only be used within the range of 5°C - 35°C (41°F - 95°F).

Warning:

The voltage used must be the same as that specified on this unit.
Using this product with a higher voltage other than that which is specified is
dangerous and may result in a fire or other type of accident causing damage.
SHARP will not be held responsible for any damage resulting from use of this
unit with a voltage other than that which is specified.

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Volume control

The sound level at a given volume setting depends on speaker efficiency,
location, and various other factors.
It is advisable to avoid exposure to high volume levels, which occur whilst
turning the unit on with the volume control setting up high, or whilst continu­ally listening at high volumes.

Precautions (continued)

Accessories

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Care of compact discs

Compact discs are fairly resistant to damage, however mistracking can oc­cur due to an accumulation of dirt on the disc surface.
Follow the guidelines below for maximum enjoyment from your CD collection
and player.

● Do not write on either side of the disc, particularly the non-label side from

which signals are read.
Do not mark this surface.

● Keep your discs away from direct sunlight, heat, and excessive moisture.

● Always hold the CDs by the edges. Fingerprints, dirt, or water on the CDs

can cause noise or mistracking. If a CD is dirty or does not play properly,
clean it with a soft, dry cloth, wiping straight out from the centre, along the
radius.

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Cassette tape

●

For playback, use normal or low-noise tape for the
best sound. (Metal or CrO
For recording, use only normal tape.

● Do not use C-120 tapes or poor-quality tapes, as they

may cause malfunctions.

● Before loading a tape into the cassette compartment,

tighten the slack with a pen or pencil.

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tape is not recommended.)

Please confirm that the following accessories are included.

Remote control × 1

AM loop aerial × 1

Blue

(UM/SUM-3, R6, HP-7 or similar) × 2

“AA” size battery

FM aerial × 1

Red

Cassettes have removable tabs which prevent accidental
recording or erasing.
Removing the tab will protect the corresponding side.
Cover the tab holes with adhesive tape to erase or record
again.

Tab for side B (2)

Side A (1)

Tab for side A (1)

Black Black

Speaker wire for

MAIN terminals × 2

Note:

Only the above accessories are included.

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Speaker wire for

SUBWOOFER terminals × 2

General Information

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Controls and Indicators

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2
3
4
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■ Front panel Reference page

01. Cassette Compartment....................................................... 24, 41-43

02. Volume Up/Demo Button ....................................................15, 16, 50

03. Volume Down Button ..........................................................16, 50, 57

04. Timer Set Indicator..........................................................................50

05. On/Stand-by Button ............................................................15, 49, 57

06. CD Direct Play Buttons (with Indicator)/

CD Eject Buttons................................................................. 18, 23, 41

07. Disc Trays ........................................................................................18

08. Headphone Socket.......................................................................... 52

09. MD Eject Button ..............................................................................21

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10. MD Compartment ......................................................................20, 36

11. Control Panel Open/Close Button .................................................15

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General Information

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Controls and Indicators (continued)

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12. CD/MD Play Mode Select Button ...................................................23

13. Equalizer Mode Select Button........................................................16

14. Extra Bass Button ...........................................................................16

15. Name/Toc Edit Button ................................................................44-48

16. Delete Button................................................................................... 45

17. Menu Button ........................................................................17, 49, 51

18. Display/Character Button .........................................................40, 44

19. Jog Dial ................................................................................17, 26, 36

20. Enter Button ........................................................................17, 26, 36

21. Tuner (Band) Button ....................................................................... 25

22. MD Track Edit Button......................................................................38

23. CD Button ............................................................................18, 36, 41

24. MD Button ..................................................................................20, 42

25. CD MD One Touch Edit Button.............................................. 37, 38

26. MD Auto Mark Select Button.................................................... 39, 53

27. CD/MD Fast Reverse, Tape Fast Wind or

Tuning Down Button (with Indicator) ..........................19, 21, 24, 25

28. Stop Button (with Indicator)............................................... 19, 21, 24

29. Tape Reverse Play Button (with Indicator) ....................... 24, 41-43

30. Tape Button ............................................................................... 24, 43

31. Auxiliary Button ........................................................................50, 53

32. MD Record Button.....................................................................39, 53

33. MD Record Mode Button ....................................................36, 38, 53

34. MD Record Speed Select Button ................................................... 37

35. Tape Record Pause Button ................................................ 41-43, 53

36. CD/MD Fast Forward, Tape Fast Wind or

Tuning Up Button (with Indicator) ...............................19, 21, 24, 25

37. CD/MD Play or Pause, Tape Forward Play Button

(with Indicator) ....................................................................19, 20, 24

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Controls and Indicators (continued)

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General Information

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■ Multi-function LCD display

01. CD Indicators

02. Function Indicator

03. Extra Bass Indicator

04. Timer Play Indicator

05. Sleep Indicator

06. Timer Recording Indicator

07. CD/MD Play Indicator

08. CD/MD Repeat Indicator

09. CD/MD Pause Indicator

10. FM Stereo Indicator

11. Tape Reverse Mode Indicator

12. FM Stereo Mode Indicator

13. Cassette Indicator

14. Level Meter

15. MD Indicator

16. Digital Source Indicator

17. Monaural Long-Play Mode Indicator

18. Disc Name Indicator

19. Auto Mark Indicator

20. Memory Indicator

21. Total Indicator

22. Track Name Indicator

23. Track Edit Indicator

24. Random Play Indicator

25. CD All Disc Play Indicator

26. Remain Indicator

27. Record Indicator

28. RDS Indicator

29. Radio Text Indicator

30. Clock Time Indicator

31. Dynamic PTY Indicator

32. Traffic Programme Indicator

33. TOC Indicator

34. Synchronised Recording Indicator

35. EON Indicator

36. Traffic Information Indicator

37. Programme Type Indicator

38. Traffic Announcement Indicator

Controls and Indicators (continued)

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2

3

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■ Rear panel Reference page

01. AM Loop Aerial Socket ...................................................................12

02. FM 75 Ohms Aerial Socket .............................................................12

03. Auxiliary Input Sockets ......................................................50, 52, 53

04. Digital Input Socket.............................................................50, 52, 53

05. Speaker Terminals ..........................................................................12

06. AC Power Lead................................................................................ 12

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Controls and Indicators (continued)

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General Information

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■ Remote control Reference page

01. Remote Control Transmitter........................................................... 14

02. CD Button (No. 23) ..........................................................................22

03. MD Button (No. 24) ..........................................................................22

04. Tape Button (No. 30)

05. CD Direct Play Buttons (No. 6)....................................................... 22

06. Clear Button.........................................................................22, 26, 29

07. Memory Button................................................................................ 22

08. CD/MD Fast Reverse, Tape Fast Wind or

Preset Down Button...................................................... 19, 21, 24, 26

09. Enter Button (No. 20) ................................................................26, 29

10. Stop Button (No. 28)........................................................................22

11. Menu Button (No. 17)

12. MD Record Button (No. 32)

13. MD Record Mode Button (No. 33)

14. Time Button ...............................................................................23, 34

15. FM Stereo Mode Button.................................................................. 25

16. Control Panel Open/Close Button (No. 11)

17. Tuner (Band) Button (No. 21) ................................................... 29, 30

18. Auxiliary Button (No. 31)

19. On/Stand-by Button (No. 5) ............................................................14

20. RDS Programme Type/Traffic Information Search Button .... 30-32

21. RDS EON Button .......................................................................31, 32

22. RDS ASPM (Auto Station Programme Memory) Button ..............29

23. RDS Display Mode Selector Button.........................................27, 34

24. CD/MD Play Mode Select Button (No. 12)

25. CD/MD Fast Forward, Tape Fast Wind or

Preset Up Button........................................................... 19, 21, 24, 26

26. CD/MD Play or Pause, Tape Play Button (No. 29, 37) .......22, 24, 42

27. Tape Reverse Mode Select Button .......................................... 24, 41

28. Tape Record Pause Button (No. 35)

29. Dimmer Button ................................................................................15

30. Display Button........................................................................... 17, 49

31. Equalizer Mode Select Button (No. 13)

32. Extra Bass Button (No. 14)

33. Volume Up or Down Buttons (No. 2, 3)

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This number (No. ) indicates the same function button on the main unit (see
pages 6-7).
mon buttons, illustrations of the main unit are used.

Buttons with no number are on the remote control only. To show com-

Controls and Indicators (continued)

Right speaker

Left speaker

■ Speaker system

1

2

3

01. Tweeter 4. Subwoofer

02. Woofer 5. Subwoofer Terminals

03. Bass Reflex Duct 6. Main Speaker Terminals

Speaker grilles are removable:

Make sure nothing comes into contact with the
speaker diaphragms when you remove the
speaker grilles.

Placing the speaker system:

There is no distinction between the right and
the left speakers.

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There are two sounds from the subwoofer.

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One comes out from the bass reflex duct and
the other rebounds from the wall behind the
speaker.

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Bi-amp system:

Each speaker unit has a built-in subwoofer (low frequency range) which is driven sepa­rately from the woofer and tweeter (mid-to-high frequency range). Two independent
amplifiers which have individual frequency characteristics are used.
By amplifying separately the two frequency bands, clearer sound is achieved.

Tweeter

Woofer

Sub­woofer

Mid-to-high range
(200 Hz - 20 kHz)

Power amplifier

Pre-amplifier

L-ch

Pre-amplifier

Power amplifier

General Information

Ultra-low range
(60 Hz - 200 Hz)

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System Connections

FM aerial

Right
speaker

AM loop aerial

Preparation for Use

Right speaker Left speaker

2 31

Blue

Black

Red

Left
speaker

Wall socket
(AC 230 V, 50 Hz)

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Aerial connection

Supplied FM aerial:

Connect the FM aerial wire to the FM 75 OHMS socket and position the FM aerial wire
in the direction where the strongest signal can be received.

Supplied AM loop aerial:

Connect the AM loop aerial to the AM LOOP socket. Position the AM loop aerial for
optimum reception. Place the AM loop aerial on a shelf, etc., or attach it to a stand or a
wall with screws (not supplied).

Note:

Placing the aerial on the stereo system or near the AC power lead may cause noise
pickup.
Place the aerial away from the stereo system for better reception.

Installing the AM loop aerial:

<Assembling>

<Attaching to the wall>

Wall

Screws

External FM aerial:

Use an external FM aerial if you require better reception.
Consult your dealer.

External FM aerial

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Speaker connection

Main terminals (left side of the rear):

Connect the blue wire to the (+) and the black one to the (–).

Subwoofer terminals (right side of the rear):

Connect the red wire to the (+) and the black one to the (–).

Caution:

●

Connect the speaker wires to the speakers first, then to the unit.

● Never mistake the MAIN and the SUBWOOFER terminals.

The stereo system or the speakers may be damaged .

● Only the included speakers should be used with this product.

Do not use other speakers with this unit or use the supplied speakers with other
units.

● Do not mistake the right and the left channels.

The right speaker is the one on the right side when you face the unit.

● Do not let the bare speaker wires touch each other.

Incorrect Incorrect

● Do not stand or sit on the speakers. You may be injured.

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Connecting the AC power lead

After checking all the connections have been made correctly, plug the unit into the
mains.
If you plug the unit first, the unit will enter the demonstration mode (see page 15).

Note:

Unplug the unit if it will not be used for a prolonged period of time.

Preparation for Use

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Remote Control

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Battery installation

1. Remove the battery cover.

2. Insert the supplied batteries according to the direction indicated in
the battery compartment.

● When inserting or removing the batteries, push them towards the ë battery

terminals.

3. Replace the cover.

Precautions for battery use:

● Replace all old batteries with new ones at the same time.

● Do not mix old and new batteries.

● Remove the batteries if the unit will not be used for long periods of time. This will

prevent potential damage due to battery leakage.

Caution:

● Do not use rechargeable batteries (nickel-cadmium battery, etc.).

● Installing the batteries incorrectly may cause the unit to malfunction.

Notes concerning use:

● Replace the batteries if the operating distance is reduced or if the operation be-

Preparation for Use

comes erratic.
Purchase 2 “AA” size batteries (UM/SUM-3, R6, HP-7 or similar).

● Periodically clean the transmitter on the remote control and the sensor on the ste-

reo system with a soft cloth.

● Exposing the sensor on the stereo system to strong light may interfere with opera-

tion. Change the lighting or the direction of the stereo system.

● Keep the remote control away from moisture, heat, shock, and vibrations.

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Test of the remote control

Face the remote control directly to the remote sensor on the unit.

The remote control can be used within the range shown below:

Press the ON/STAND-BY button. Does the power turn on? Now, you can enjoy the
music.

Remote sensor

0.2 m - 6 m
(8" - 20')

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General Control

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Demonstration Mode

The first time the unit is plugged, the unit will enter the demonstration mode. You will
see words scroll.

To cancel the demonstration mode:

When the unit is in the power stand-by mode (demonstration mode), press the DEMO
button. The unit will enter the low power consumption mode.

To return to the demonstration mode:

When the unit is in the power stand-by mode, press the DEMO button again.

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Opening and closing the control panel

The control panel is motorised.
The control panel automatically opens when the power is turned on, and closes when
the unit is set to the power stand-by mode.

When the power is turned on, you can open or close the control panel by pressing the
control panel open/close 7 button.

Caution:

● Do not push the control panel whilst it is opening or closing.

● Do not press buttons on the control panel strongly. The hinge of the panel may be

broken.

● Be careful not to jam your fingers in the control panel.

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Display Brightness (2 levels)

You can switch the display brightness by pressing the DIMMER button.

DIMMER OFF

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DIMMER ON

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Sound Control

■ Volume control

Press the VOLUME W button to increase the volume and the VOLUME X button for
decreasing.

■ Bass control

When the X-BASS button is pressed, the unit will enter the extra bass mode which
emphasises the bass frequencies, and “X-BASS” will appear.
To cancel the extra bass mode, press the X-BASS button.

Bass is emphasised. Cancelled.

■ Equalizer

When the EQUALIZER button is pressed, the current mode setting will be displayed.
To change to a different mode, press the EQUALIZER button repeatedly until the de­sired sound mode appears.

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The sound is not modified. Bass and treble are emphasised.

Treble is reduced. Vocals (midrange tones) are

emphasised.

Setting the Clock

5 Turn the jog dial to adjust the hour and within 2 minutes, press

the ENTER button.

●

When the 12-hour display is selected, “AM” will change automatically to “PM”.

6 Turn the jog dial to adjust the minutes and within 2 minutes, press

the ENTER button.

●

The hour will not advance even if minutes advance from “59” to “00”.

● The clock starts from “0” second. (Seconds are not displayed.)

The time display will disappear after a few seconds.

In this example, the clock is set for the 24-hour (0:00) display.

1 Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.
2 Press the MENU button.
3 Turn the jog dial to select “CLOCK” and within 10 seconds, press

the ENTER button.

4 Turn the jog dial to select the 24-hour or 12-hour display and

within 2 minutes, press the ENTER button.

“0:00” → The 24-hour display will appear. (0:00 - 23:59)
“AM 12:00”→
“AM 0:00” →

The 12-hour display will appear. (AM 12:00 - PM 1 1:59)
The 12-hour display will appear. (AM 0:00 - PM 1 1:59)

To confirm the time display:

[When the stand-by mode]

Press the DISPLAY button on the remote control.
The time display will appear for about 3 seconds.

[When the power is on]

Press the MENU button.
The time display will appear for about 10 seconds.

Note:

“CLOCK” will appear or time will flash at the push of the DISPLAY button when the AC
power supply is restored after a power failure or after unplugging the unit.
Reset the clock as follows.

To reset the clock:

[When time will flash]

1. Press the ON/STAND-BY button.

2. Press the MENU button.

3. Press the ENTER button.

4. Perform “Setting the Clock” from step 5.

[When “CLOCK” will appear]

Perform “Setting the Clock” from the beginning.

To change the 24-hour or 12-hour display:

1. Clear all the programmed contents.
[Refer to “If trouble occurs (reset)” on page 57 for details.]

2. Preform “Setting the clock” from the beginning.

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Listening to a CD (CDs)

This system can play audio CD-R and CD-RW discs just as CD discs, but cannot
perform recording.

CD Playback

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To play discs in turn (from Disc 1 to Disc 6)

1 Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.
2 Press the CD button.
3 Press the DISC 1

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7 button to open the disc tray 1.

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4 Place the CD on the disc tray 1, label side up.

● Be sure to place 8 cm (3") CD in the middle of the disc trays.

5 Press the DISC 1

Means "disc
inside"

12 cm (5”)

7 7

7 button to close the disc tray 1.

7 7

8 cm (3”)

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Total number of tracks

Total playing time

6 You can place discs on the trays 2 - 6 by following steps 3 - 5.

Note:

The system will search CD trays until it finds a CD and will not search the rest of the
trays.

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● Playback will begin from track 1 on the DISC 1.

After that disc finishes playing, the next disc will automatically play.

● When there is no CD in one of the disc tray 1 - 6 positions, that position will

be skipped and the next CD will be played.

● When the last track on the DISC 6 has finished playing, the CD player will

stop automatically.

0606

06 button to start playback.

0606

To interrupt playback:

Press the 06 button.
To resume playback from the same point, press the 06 button again.

To stop playback:

Press the ■ button.

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To locate the beginning of a track

To move to the beginning of the next track:

Turn the jog dial slowly clockwise by one position during playback.

●

You can skip to any track by turning the jog dial until the
desired track number appears.

To restart the track being played:

Turn the jog dial slowly anti-clockwise by one position during playback.

●

You can skip to any track by turning the jog dial until the
desired track number appears.

Notes:

● You can locate the beginning of a track on a single disc only.

● The 5 or 4 button on the remote control allows you to locate the beginning of a

track.

To exchange other CDs whilst playing a disc:

Press the CD7 button for the stopped disc and exchange discs.

To remove the CDs:

Whilst in the stop mode, press the desired CD7 button.

After use:

Press the ON/STAND-BY button to enter the power stand-by mode.

Caution:

● Do not place two CDs in one disc tray.

● Do not push the disc tray whilst it is moving.

● If the power fails whilst the tray is open, wait until the power is restored.

● If the disc tray is stopped forcibly, “E-CD 20” will appear in the display and the unit

will not function.
If this occurs, press the ON/STAND-BY button to enter the power stand-by mode
and then turn the power on again.

● If TV or radio interference occurs during CD operation, move the unit away from the

TV or radio.

● If a disc is damaged, dirty, or loaded upside down, the disc will be skipped.

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To locate the desired portion

For audible fast forward:

Press and hold down the 2 button during playback.

For audible fast reverse:

Press and hold down the 3 button during playback.

Notes:

● Normal playback will resume when the 3 or 2 button is released.

● When the end of the last track is reached during fast forward, “DISC END” will

appear in the display and CD operation will be paused. When the beginning of the
first track is reached during fast reverse, the unit will enter the playback mode.

● You can locate the desired portion on a single disc only.

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Listening to a MiniDisc

1 Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.
2 Press the MD button.
3 Load a MiniDisc into the MD compartment, label side up.

Disc name

MD Playback

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Total number
of tracks

● The disc name will be displayed only when it has been programmed, and

then the total number of tracks and the total playing time on the MiniDisc will
be displayed.

4 Press the

● If the MiniDisc has a track name, it will appear and scroll across the display.

Then, the elapsed playing time will appear.

● If the MiniDisc has no track names, the elapsed playing time will appear.

● When the last track has finished playing, the MD player will stop automatically .

● Each time the DISP/CHARACTER button is pressed during playback or when

in the pause mode, the display will change. (See page 40.)

0606

06 button to start playback.

0606

Total playing
time

To interrupt playback:

Press the 06 button.
To resume playback from the same point, press the 06 button again.

To stop playback:

Press the ■ button.

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To locate the beginning of a track

To move to the beginning of the next track:

Turn the jog dial slowly clockwise by one position during playback.

To remove a MiniDisc:

Whilst in the stop mode, press the MD7 button.

After use:

Press the ON/STAND-BY button to enter the power stand-by mode.

Caution:

● If TV or radio interference occurs during MiniDisc operation, move the unit away

from the TV or radio.

● Although MiniDiscs will not normally skip due to vibration, you may hear skipping in

the sound if there is continuous vibration.
If the volume is turned up too high, sound skipping may occur depending on the
contents of the MiniDisc.
If this happens, turn the volume down and the skipping should stop.

● If an error message is displayed during MiniDisc operation, see “Error Messages”

on page 55.

Note:

When the monaural-recorded (long-play recorded) MiniDisc is played, “MONO LP” will
be displayed.

●

You can skip to any track by turning the jog dial until the
desired track number appears.

To restart the track being played:

Turn the jog dial slowly anti-clockwise by one position during playback.

●

You can skip to any track by turning the jog dial until the
desired track number appears.

Note:

The 5 or 4 button on the remote control allows you to locate the beginning of a
track.

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To locate the desired portion

For audible fast forward:

Press and hold down the 2 button during playback.

For audible fast reverse:

Press and hold down the 3 button during playback.

Notes:

● Normal playback will resume when the 3 or 2 button is released.

● When the end of the last track is reached during fast forward, “DISC END” will

appear in the display and MiniDisc operation will be paused. When the beginning of
the first track is reached during fast reverse and the 3 button is released, the unit
will enter the playback mode.

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Programmed Play

Up to 32 CD tracks or 20 MD tracks can be programmed.
You cannot programme CD and MiniDisc tracks together at the same time.

1 (CD operation)

Whilst in the stop mode, press the CD button.

(MiniDisc operation)

Whilst in the stop mode, press the MD button.

2 Press the MEMORY button to enter the programming save mode.

5 Press the MEMORY button on the remote control or ENTER but-

ton on the main unit to save the track number.

Playback time

6 Repeat steps 4 - 5 for other tracks. Up to 32 tracks on CDs or 20

tracks on MiniDisc can be programmed.

7 Press the ■ button.

CD operation: Go to step 3.
MD operation: Go to step 4.

3 Press one of the 1 - 6 buttons to select the desired disc.

Selected disc number

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4 Use the

the main unit to select the desired track.

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5 or

4 button on the remote control or the jog dial on

55

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Advanced CD/MD Playback

Selected track number

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Playback order

8 Press the

● At this time, playback will not begin even if one of the DISC 1 - DISC 6

buttons is pressed of the CDs. (When CD programmed play.)

To clear the programmed selections:

Press the CLEAR button whilst the “MEMORY” indicator is flashing.

● Each time the button is pressed, one track will be cleared,

beginning with the last track programmed.

To cancel the programmed play mode:

Whilst in the stop mode, press the CLEAR button. The “MEMORY”
indicator will disappear and all the programmed content will be
cleared.

Adding tracks to the programme:

If a programme has been previously stored, the “MEMORY” indicator will be displayed.
Then follow steps 2 - 7 to add additional tracks. The new tracks will be stored after the
last track of the original programme.

To check which tracks are programmed:

Whilst the unit is stopped in the programmed play mode, press the 5 or 4 button.

Notes:

● Opening any tray of the programmed discs or ejecting a MiniDisc automatically

cancels the programmed sequence.

● Even if you press the ON/STAND-BY button to enter the stand-by mode or change

the function from CD or MD to another function, the programmed selections will not
be cleared.

● During programme operation, random play is not possible.

06/D 06/D

06/D button to start playback.

06/D 06/D

Repeat or Random Play

To Specify a Disc to Play

(CD only)

You can select one of the CD or MD playback mode; “Repeat play”, “Random play”
and “Normal play”.

1 When in the CD or MD mode, press the PLAY MODE button re-

peatedly to select the playback mode.

Repeat playback mode

Normal playback mode

Random playback mode

2 (CD operation)

Press the
playback.

● If playback is started by pressing the 06 button, repeat or random play will

be performed on all discs.

● If playback is started by pressing one of the DISC 1 - DISC 6 buttons, repeat

or random play will be performed on that disc.

(MiniDisc operation)

Press the

0606

06 or one of the DISC 1 - DISC 6 buttons to start

0606

or

0606

06 button.

0606

You can play a disc by specifying the disc number.

When in the CD mode, press one of the DISC 1 - DISC 6 buttons to
select the desired disc.

Selected disc number

● Only the chosen disc will be played and stopped automatically.

Note:

When one of the DISC 1 - DISC 6 buttons is green, it is ready to play that disc.
If there is not a disc on the tray, playback will not begin and the button will turn dark.

To stop playback:

Press the ■ button.

Switching the Time Display

Each time the TIME button on the remote control is pressed during playback or in the
pause mode, the display will change.

The elapsed playing time for the current track will be
displayed.

The remaining playing time for the current track will
be displayed.

To repeat a programmed sequence:

Perform steps 1 - 6 in the “Programmed Play” section and then select the repeat playback.

Notes:

● After using repeat play, be sure to press the ■ button. Otherwise, the disc(s) will

play continuously.

● CD random play will be repeated until the ■ button is pressed.

MD random play will stop automatically when all tracks are played once.
(The same track will not be played back twice.)

● In random play, the CD or MiniDisc player will select and play tracks automatically.

(You cannot select the order of the tracks.)

To cancel repeat or random play:

Press the PLAY MODE button repeatedly to select the normal playback mode.

The total remaining playing time for the disc will be
displayed.

Notes:

● During random play, the total remaining playing time will not be displayed.

● Depending on the CD or MiniDisc, the playing time display may not match the total

playing time which is indicated on the CD or MiniDisc jacket, as the time between
tracks is not included.

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Listening to a Cassette Tape

1 Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.
2 Press the TAPE button.

Tape Playback

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Open the cassette door by pushing the area marked “PUSH EJECT

PUSH EJECT

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7”.

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4 Load the cassette into the compartment with side A facing you.
5

Press the REV . MODE button on the remote control to choose one
side or both sides.

...To listen to both sides.
...

For endless repeat play of both sides.

...To listen to one side.

6

Press the

● To play both sides ( ), start from side A. When playback starts from side B,

side A will not be played.

● To play side B using the remote control, press the ■ button to switch the

playback side. Then, press the 06/D button.

To stop playback:

Press the ■ button.

Fast forward/rewind on side A:

To advance the tape, press the 2 button.
To rewind it, press the 3 button.

Fast forward/rewind on side B:

To advance the tape, press the 3 button.
To rewind it, press the 2 button.

Caution:

● To remove the cassette, press the ■ button, and then open the compartment.

● If a power failure occurs during tape operation, the tape head will remain engaged

with the tape and the cassette door will not open. Wait until power is restored.

● Even if the 06 button is pressed during tape playback, the unit will not enter the

pause mode.

0606

06 button to listen to side A, or the

0606

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1 button for side B.

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Listening to the Radio

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Tuning

1 Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.
2 Press the TUNER (BAND) button repeatedly to select the desired

frequency band (FM or AM).

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3 Press the TUNING (

tion.

Manual tuning:

Press the TUNING
desired station.

Auto tuning:

When the TUNING (X or W) button is pressed for more than 0.5 seconds,
scanning will start automatically and the tuner will stop at the first receivable
broadcast station.

Notes:

● When radio interference occurs, auto scan tuning may stop automatically at

that point.

●

Auto scan tuning will skip weak signal stations.

● To stop the auto tuning, press the TUNING (X or W) button again.

● When an RDS (Radio Data System) station is tuned in, the frequency will be

displayed first, and then the RDS indicator will light. Finally , the station name
will appear.

● Full auto tuning can be achieved for RDS stations “ASPM” see page 29.

(X or W)

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X or

W) button to tune into the desired sta-

XX

WW

button as many times as required to tune into the

Radio

4 To receive an FM stereo transmission, press the ST-MODE but-

ton on the remote control. The “ST” indicator lights up.

● “j” will appear when an FM broadcast is in stereo.

● If the FM reception is weak, press the ST-MODE button. The “ST” indicator

goes out. The reception changes to monaural, and the sound becomes clearer.

After use:

Press the ON/STAND-BY button to enter the power stand-by mode.

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Preset tuning

Y ou can store 40 AM and FM stations in memory and recall them at the push of a button.

1 Perform steps 1 - 4 in the “Tuning” section on page 25.
2 Press the ENTER button to enter the preset tuning saving mode.

3 Within 5 seconds, turn the jog dial to select the preset channel

number.

Radio

● Store the stations in memory, in order, starting with preset channel 1.

● When “

” is displayed, a station has already been stored in memory.

4 Within 5 seconds, press the ENTER button to store that station

in memory.

● If the “MEMORY” and preset number indicators go out before the station is

memorised, repeat the operation from step 2.

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To recall a memorised station

Turn the jog dial to select the desired station.

Note:

The PRESET (X or W) button on the remote control allows you to recall a memorised
station.

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Preset memory scan

The stations saved in memory can be scanned automatically.

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1 To scan the preset stations, press the PRESET (

on the remote control for more than 0.5 seconds.

● The preset number will flash and the programmed stations will be tuned in

sequentially, for 5 seconds each.

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2 Press the PRESET (

tion is located.

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X or

W) button again when the desired sta-

XX

WW

X or

XX

WW

W) button

WW

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5 Repeat steps 1 - 4 to set other stations, or to change a preset

station.

● When a new station is stored in memory, the station previously memorised

will be erased.

Note:

The backup function protects the memorised stations for a few hours should there be
a power failure or the AC power lead disconnection.

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T o erase all the contents of the preset memory

1. Press the TUNER (BAND) button.

2. Press the ENTER button.

3. Press the CLEAR button.

4. Whilst “ALL CLEAR” is displayed, press the ENTER button.

To erase only one station:

Recall the memorised station. Whilst it is displayed, press the CLEAR button.
Whilst “CLEAR” is displayed, press the ENTER button.

Using the Radio Data System (RDS)

NO PS NO PTY

FM 98.80 MHz NO CT

NO RT

RDS is a broadcasting service which a growing number of FM stations provide.
These FM stations send additional signals along with their regular programme
signals. They send their station names, and information about the type of
programme such as sports or music, etc.

When tuned to an RDS
“TP” (Traffic Programme) will appear on the display when the received broadcast car­ries traffic information, and “T A” (Traffic Announcement) will appear whilst a traffic infor­mation is on air (see page 33).
“EON” will appear whilst the EON (Enhanced Other Networks information) data is broad­cast.
“PTYI” (Dynamic PTY Indicator) will appear whilst the Dynamic PTY station is
received.
“RT” (Radio Text) will appear whilst the unit receives the Radio text data.
“CT” (Clock Time) will appear whilst the unit receives the RDS CT data.

You can control the RDS by using the remote control only.

station

, “RDS” and the station name will be displayed.

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Information provided by RDS

Each time the DISP MODE button is pressed, the display will switch as follows:

Station
name (PS)

Programme
type (PTY)
(8 Languages)

Programme
type (PTY)
(English fixed)

Radio text
(RT)

Clock-time
and date (CT)

Date

(for 3 seconds)

RDS clock time

RDS Radio

Frequency

When you are tuning in to a station other than an RDS station or to an RDS station
which sends weak signal, the display will change in the following order:

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Descriptions of the PTY (Programme Type) codes, TP (Traffic Programme) and
TA (Traffic Announcement)

You can search for and receive the following PTY, TP and TA signals.

NEWS Short accounts of facts, events and publicly expressed views, report-

AFFAIRS Topical programme expanding or enlarging upon the news, generally

INFO Programmes whose purpose is to impart advice in the widest sense.
SPORT Programme concerned with any aspect of sport.
EDUCATE Programme intended primarily to educate, of which the formal ele-

DRAMA All radio plays and serials.
CULTURE Programmes concerned with any aspect of national or regional cul-

SCIENCE Programmes about the natural sciences and technology.
VARIED Used for mainly speech-based programmes usually of light-entertain-

POP M Commercial music, which would generally be considered to be of cur-

ROCK M Contemporary modern music, usually written and performed by young

RDS Radio

EASY M Current contemporary music considered to be “easy-listening”, as op-

LIGHT M Classical music for general, rather than specialist appreciation. Ex-

CLASSICS Performances of major orchestral works, symphonies, chamber mu-

OTHER M Musical styles not fitting into any of the other categories. Particularly

WEATHER Weather reports and forecasts and meteorological information.
FINANCE Stock Market reports, commerce, trading, etc.
CHILDREN For programmes targeted at a young audience, primarily for enter-

age and actuality.

in different presentation style or concept, including debate, or analy­sis.

ment is fundamental.

ture, including language, theatre, etc.

ment nature, not covered by other categories. Examples include: quiz­zes, panel games, personality interviews.

rent popular appeal, often featuring in current or recent record sales
charts.

musicians.

posed to Pop, Rock or Classical, or one of the specialised music styles,
Jazz, Folk or Country. Music in this category is often but not always,
vocal, and usually of short duration.

amples of music in this category are instrumental music, and vocal or
choral works.

sic, etc., and including Grand Opera.

used for specialist music of which Rhythm & Blues and Reggae are
examples.

tainment and interest, rather than where the objective is to educate.

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SOCIAL Programmes about people and things that influence them individually

or in groups. Includes: sociology, history, geography, psychology and
society.

RELIGION Any aspect of beliefs and faiths, involving a God or Gods, the nature

of existence and ethics.

PHONE IN Involving members of the public expressing their views either by phone

or at a public forum.

TRAVEL Features and programmes concerned with travel to near and far des-

tinations, package tours and travel ideas and opportunities. Not for
use for announcements about problems, delays, or roadworks affect­ing immediate travel where TP/TA should be used.

LEISURE Programmes concerned with recreational activities in which the lis-

tener might participate.
Examples include, Gardening, Fishing, Antique collecting, Cooking,
Food & Wine, etc.

JAZZ Polyphonic, syncopated music characterised by improvisation.
COUNTRY Songs which originate from, or continue the musical tradition of the

American Southern States.
Characterised by a straightforward melody and narrative story line.

NATION M Current Popular Music of the Nation or Region in that country's lan-

guage, as opposed to International 'Pop' which is usually US or UK
inspired and in English.

OLDIES Music from the so-called “golden age” of popular music.
FOLK M Music which has its roots in the musical culture of a particular nation,

usually played on acoustic instruments. The narrative or story may be
based on historical events of the people.

DOCUMENT Programme concerned with factual matters, presented in an investi-

gative style.

TEST Broadcast when testing emergency broadcast equipment or receiv-

ers.

ALARM ! Emergency announcement made under exceptional circumstances

to give warning of events causing danger of general nature.

NONE No programme type (receive only).
TP Broadcasts which carry traffic announcements.
TA Traffic announcements are being broadcast.

Note:

When you select a programme in the EON stand-by mode, the unit will display “TI”
instead of “TA”.

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Using the Auto Station Programme Memory
(ASPM)

Whilst in the ASPM operation mode, the tuner will automatically search for new RDS
stations. Up to 40 stations can be stored.
If you have already stored some stations in memory, the number of new stations you
can store will be less.

1 Press the TUNER (BAND) button to select FM band.

To stop the ASPM operation before it is complete:

Press the ASPM button whilst it is scanning for stations.
The stations which are already stored in memory will be kept there.

Notes:

● If the same station is broadcasting on different frequencies, the strongest frequency

will be stored in memory.

● Any station which has the same frequency as the one stored in memory will not be

stored.

● If 40 stations have already been stored in memory, the scan will be aborted.

If you want to redo the ASPM operation, erase the preset memory.

● If the RDS signals are very weak, station names may not be stored in memory.

2 Press and hold down the ASPM button for at least 3 seconds.

1. After “ASPM” has flashed for about 4 seconds, scanning will start (87.50 - 108.00
MHz).

2. When an RDS station is found, “RDS” will appear for a short time and the sta­tion will be stored in memory.

3. After scanning, the number of stations stored in memory will be displayed for 4
seconds, and then “END” will appear for 4 seconds.

To erase all of the contents of preset memory:

1. Press the TUNER (BAND) button.

2. Press the ENTER button.

3. Press the CLEAR button on the remote control.

4. Whilst “ALL CLEAR” is displayed, press the ENTER button.

To store a station name again if the wrong name was stored in memory:

It may be impossible to store station names in memory using the ASPM function if
there is lots of noise or if the signal is too weak.
In this case, perform as follows.

1. Press the PRESET (X or W) button to check whether the names are correct.

2. If you find a wrong name during receiving the station. Wait until the correct name
will be displayed. And then press the ENTER button.

3. Within 5 seconds, press the ENTER button again whilst the preset channel number
is flashing.

● The new station name has been stored in memory correctly.

Notes:

● The same station name can be stored in different channels.

● In a certain area or during certain time periods, the station names may temporarily

be different.

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Using the Radio Data System (RDS) (continued)

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To recall stations in memory

To specify programmed types and select stations (PTY search):

You can search a station by specifying the programme type (news, sports, traffic

programme, etc. ... see page 28) from the stations in memory.

1 Press the TUNER (BAND) button to select the FM.

2 Press the PTY.TI button.

● “PTY TI” and “SELECT” will appear alternately for about 6 seconds.

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3 Within 6 seconds, press the PRESET (

the programme type.

RDS Radio

● Each time the button is pressed, the programme type will appear. If the but­ton is held down for more than 0.5 seconds, the programme type will appear
continuously.

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X or

W) button to select

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Notes:

● If the display has stopped flashing, start again from step 2.
If the unit finds out a desired programme type, corresponding channel number will
flash for about 3 seconds, and then the station name will flash for 7 seconds, and
then will remain lit.

● If you want to listen to the same programmed type of another station, press the
PTY.TI button whilst the channel number or station name is flashing. The unit will
look for the next station.

● If no station can be found, “NOT FOUND” will appear for 4 seconds.

If you select the traffic programme:

If you select the traffic programme (TP) in step 4, “TP” will appear. (This does not mean
that you can listen to the traffic information at that time.)
When a traffic information is broadcast, “TA” will appear.

T o specify station names and select stations manually:

You can select a station by specifying the name (BBC R1, BBC R2, etc.) from the
stations stored in memory.
Before starting this operation, you must store one or more station names in memory.

1. Press the TUNER (BAND) button to select the FM band.

2. Press the PRESET (X or W) button to select a desired station.

3. The station name will be displayed for 3 seconds. Then the display will change as
follows.

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4 Whilst the selected programme type is flashing (within 4 sec-

onds), press the PTY.TI button again.

● After the selected programme type has been lit for 2 seconds, “SEARCH”
will appear, and the search operation will start.

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PTYI

Lights up
Goes out

Meaning

Tuned into a dynamic PTY station.
Tuned into a static PTY.

T o automatically play the desired programme
(EON-PTY)

When the desired type of programme is broadcast, the radio switches to it automatically.

1 Tune in to an RDS station (when a station name is displayed).

2 Press the EON button when “EON” appears.

● “PTY TI” and “SELECT” will appear alternately for about 6 seconds.

●

If the EON button is pressed when “EON” is not displayed, “NO EON” will appear
for 5 seconds to indicate that the unit cannot enter the EON stand-by mode.

3 Whilst they are displayed, select the desired programme type by

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pressing the PRESET (

● The selected programme type will flash.

X or

XX

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W) button.

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4 Within 4 seconds, press the PTY.TI button.

5 When the specified programme starts on an ON (other network)

station, the unit will automatically switch to the station and “PTY”
will flash.

6 When the programme is over, the unit will automatically return

to the original station.

Checking the stand-by mode setting:

When in the EON stand-by mode, press the EON button.
(“Programme type” →“WAITING”)

To cancel the EON stand-by mode:

When in the EON stand-by mode, press the EON button. Within 4 seconds, press it
again.
(“PTY” will go out.)

About the PTYI (Dynamic PTY Indicator):

“PTYI” (Dynamic PTY Indicator) will appear whilst the Dynamic PTY station is received.
Dynamic PTY indicates that the PTY for the station tuned in, or the PTY referenced in
the EON data, is assessed whenever the programme changes and may be changed.

RDS Radio

● When “PTYI” appears, press the DISP MODE button to check the type of the

current programme.

● The selected programme type and “WAITING” will be displayed for 2 sec-

onds each.

● “PTY” will appear, and the unit will enter the EON-PTY stand-by mode.

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■ To automatically play the traffic information

(EON-TI)

When the traffic information is broadcast, the radio switches to it automatically.

1 Tune in to an RDS station (when a station name is displayed).

2 Press the EON button when “EON” appears.

● “PTY TI” and “SELECT” will appear alternately for about 6 seconds.

●

If the EON button is pressed when “EON” is not displayed, “NO EON” will appear
for 5 seconds to indicate that the unit cannot enter the EON stand-by mode.

3 Whilst they are displayed, select the TI (Traffic Information) by

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pressing the PRESET (

X or

XX

WW

W) button.

WW

RDS Radio

4 Within 4 seconds, press the PTY.TI button.

5 When a TA specified starts on an ON (other network) station, the

unit will automatically switch to that station, and “TI” will flash.

6 When the traffic information is over, the unit will automatically

return to the original station.

Checking the stand-by mode setting:

When in the EON stand-by mode, press the EON button.
(“TI” →“WAITING”)

To cancel the EON stand-by mode:

When in the EON stand-by mode, press the EON button. Within 4 seconds, press it
again.

● “TI” will go out.

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● “TI” and “WAITING” will appear for 2 seconds each.

● “TI” will appear, and the unit will enter the EON-TI stand-by mode.

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If any of the following events occur, it does not mean that the unit is faulty:

● “PS”, “NO PS” and a station name appear alternately , and the unit does not operate

properly.

● If a particular station is not broadcasting properly or a station is conducting tests,

the RDS reception function may not work properly.

● When you receive an RDS station whose signal is too weak, information like the

station name may not be displayed.

● “NO PS”, “NO PTY”, “NO RT” or “NO CT” will flash for about 5 seconds, and then

the frequency will be displayed.

About the “TP” and “TA” indicators:

“TP” “TA” Meaning

Not lit Not lit Does not carry traffic announcements nor does it refer, via EON,

to a programme that does.

Not lit Lit Carries EON information about another programme which gives

traffic information.

Lit Not lit Carries traffic announcements but not at present and may also

carry EON information about other traffic announcements.

Lit Lit A traffic information is currently on air.

Notes for Radio text:

● The radio text for 10 characters will be displayed steadily for 4 seconds and then it

will scroll across the display.

● If you tune in to an RDS station which is not broadcasting any radio text, “NO RT”

will be displayed when you switch to the radio text position.

● Whilst radio text data is received or when the text contents change, “RT” will be

displayed.

Notes for PTY Languages:

● When you press the DISP MODE button after entering the PS (Programme Ser-

vice), PTY Languages mode will be selected. In this mode, PTY names will be
displayed automatically in the local language where an RDS station is located.
Eight languages (including English) are available.

● If you tune in to an RDS station which is not broadcasting PTY language data, the

PTY name will be displayed in English.

● A PTY name may be displayed in English for a short time, until a signal determining

the local PTY language is received.

● PTY languages are also used for PTY-Search and EON-PTY operation at any DIS-

PLAY MODE except PTY English.

In the following cases, the EON stand-by mode will be cancelled.

● When you press the ON/STAND-BY button to enter the stand-by mode.

● When the unit is switched to another band in the EON stand-by mode.

● When you change the FM station whilst in the EON stand-by mode.

● When a preset call is made.

Notes:

● Whilst the same programme as the specified PTY (or TA) is being broadcast, the

unit will not switch to an ON (other network) station.

● If there are more than two other network stations, compare the strength of signal

and tune in to the station with the strongest signal (EON-AF).
If other network station has been stored in the preset channel memory, the unit will
switch to that channel.

● If you want to leave an ON (other network) station tuned in by the EON and return

to the station you were receiving, press the EON button.

● After the unit returns to the original station, the stand-by mode will still be active.

(The “TI” or “PTY” will remain lit.)

● The unit does not switch between ON stations. It returns to the original station.

● If there is any problem with the ON station the unit switched to, “WEAK SIG” will

appear and the unit will return to the original station.

● If the signal from the ON station the unit switched to is very weak, the unit will

search for another station with the strongest signal.
However, if the signals from all stations are weak or not good (due to electrical
noise), the unit displays “WEAK SIG” and returns to the original station.

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Using the Radio Data System (RDS) (continued)

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To set the internal clock by the RDS time signal

You can set the internal clock using the RDS time signal (RDS CT data).
This is useful because the internal clock is set automatically from the time signal sent
by an RDS station.
Before setting, select one of the 24-hour or 12-hour display as shown on page 17.

1 Tune in to an RDS station (when its name is displayed).

2 Press the DISP MODE button to select CT.

(Example: 11:56 on October 31, 2000)

For 3 seconds RDS clock time

3 Whilst RDS time is displayed, hold down the TIME button for at

least 3 seconds.

(Example: 11:50)

RDS Radio

Internal clock time

● If the internal clock has not been set, “CLOCK” will appear.

● “RDS TIME” and “WAITING” will appear alternately. Wait until “COMPLETE”

appears. (It will appear in less than 60 seconds.)

Notes:

● When the TIME button is pressed whilst the RDS time is displayed, the RDS clock

and the internal clock can be displayed alternately, which allows you to compare
the time shown.
If you have not yet set the clock display mode, “CLOCK” will appear.

● Whilst “NO CT” or “CT” is displayed, the internal clock cannot be set.

● If the signal from a station is weak or noisy, you may not be able to set the internal

clock.

Note for clock-time and date mode:

When the DISP MODE button is pressed repeatedly to select CT, the date (Day­Month-Year) will be displayed for 3 seconds, and then the RDS clock time dis­play will appear.

● The RDS clock time appears with “RDS”, so that you will know it is not the internal

clock time.

Notes:

● If you tune in to an RDS station which is not sending clock-time and date (CT data)

and you select CT, “NO CT” will be displayed.

● If you are not receiving CT data, even though you are tuned into an RDS station,

“CT” will be displayed.
The CT data is sent at the top of each minute.

● If an RDS signal is weak or noisy, the clock time may be displayed as “– –” (hy-

phens) or it may not be displayed correctly.

● You must check the clock’s accuracy because the RDS time signal (CT data) may

not be correct, depending on the station.

● The date normally changes at midnight, Greenwich Mean Time (G.M.T.), not local

time.

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4 After the internal clock has been set, “COMPLETE” will be dis-

played for 3 seconds. Then the updated time will be displayed.

● Press the TIME button to check whether the internal clock is displaying the
same time as the RDS clock.

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Disc writing (TOC)

The TOC (Table of Contents) is information on
track numbers and recording areas to allow the
unit to recognise musical selections or sounds.
The entire MiniDisc is controlled depending on this
TOC, which enables the unit to find the beginning
of a track quickly or to automatically record in a
vacant area.

When you start recording or editing, “TOC” will appear in the display window.
This indicates that information in the TOC is now being changed according to the
recording or editing being performed. (The changed TOC is not yet recorded on the
MiniDisc at this time.)

Area for TOC
(recording track
numbers, track
names, etc.)

Area for
recording the
sound

The TOC is recorded when

● You stop recording.

● You switch to another input source.

● You eject the MiniDisc.

● You enter the stand-by mode.

Do NOT unplug the power lead whilst the TOC is being recorded (“TOC” is flashing)
and do NOT impart shock to the unit. Otherwise, TOC will not be correctly recorded,
and consequently proper playback may not be possible.

Recordings cannot be made in the following situations.

●

If you try recording on a playback-only MiniDisc (commercially available music MiniDisc).

● If a MiniDisc is protected against accidental erasure (See page 54).

● If there is no more recording time left on the disc (See page 55).

● When the “TOC FULL” message appears (See page 55).

● If a disc's TOC has been damaged.

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Sampling rate converter

This system is equipped with a sampling rate converter, which automatically converts
the sampling frequencies of the connected digital tuners or DAT decks (32 kHz, 48
kHz) to 44.1 kHz. You can digitally record from equipment with different sampling fre­quencies.

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Serial Copy Management System (SCMS)

This player is equipped with a digital copy prevention mechanism which complies with
the SCMS. The SCMS limits the production of digital copies to one generation for
copyright protection. If a digital copy (first generation copy) is made from a copyright­protected digital source (audio CD or the like), no further digital copying (from the
second generation) is allowed.
The SCMS does not affect analogue recording.

Audio CD MiniDisc

Digital recording Digital connection

Notes:

● When the copyright-protected tracks on a CD-R are recorded to a MiniDisc in this

unit, they will be skipped automatically and the other tracks will be recorded.

● Copyright-protected digital source cannot be recorded from any external devices.

(1st generation copy)

“CAN’T COPY” will appear , and no recording
is allowed.

Impossible

Possible

Analogue connection

MiniDisc

(2nd generation copy)

MiniDisc

(2nd generation copy)

Notes for recording

● SHARP is not liable for damage or loss of your recording arising from malfunction
of this unit.

● When recording important selections, be sure to make a preliminary test to ensure
that the desired material is being properly recorded.

● The VOLUME, X-BASS and EQUALIZER controls can be adjusted with no effect
to the recorded signal (Variable Sound Monitor).

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Recording to a MiniDisc from CDs

1 Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.
2 Press the CD button and load the desired CD(s).
3

4 Press the REC MODE button and select the desired CD using

Load a recordable MiniDisc into the MD compartment, label side up.

● Whilst the system is reading the MiniDisc, the disc display will flash.

Wait until the display is steady before proceeding.

the jog dial. Within 10 seconds, press the ENTER button.

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ALL CD > MD :Records all CDs.

Recording to a MiniDisc (continued)

In the following steps 5 - 6, your choice must be entered within 5 seconds, otherwise
the system will proceed to the next step automatically.

● For just checking, perform step 5 only.

● To change the setting, follow the procedure.

5 Press the CD MD button.

6 Turn the jog dial to select “HI” or “NORMAL” mode.

Then press the ENTER button to start recording.

HI : High speed recording.
NORMAL : Normal speed recording.

● You can also change the recording speed using the HIGH/NORMAL button.

● When the CD reaches the end, recording will stop.

About track numbers:

New track numbers will be created automati­cally according to the original tracks (Synchro
mark function).

●

When you record from a CD to a MiniDisc,
the track numbers recorded on the MiniDisc
may not match the track numbers on the CD.

CD

First track Second track Third track

Track A Track B Track C

MiniDisc

First track track Third track

Track A Track B Track C

Second

“OVER” indication in step 6:

If the recording time is longer than the recordable time of the MiniDisc, “OVER” ap­pears. Then, the system displays the following information.

CD which includes excess tracks

Exceeding number of track Exceeding time

Recordable tracks Recordable time

T o continue with the recordable tracks only , press the CD MD button again. When the
recording is finished “EDIT END” will be displayed and the CD and MiniDisc will stop.

● If the first CD track to be recorded is longer than the available MiniDisc recording
space, then recording will not be performed.

Adjusting the recording level:

You can adjust the recording level depending on the recording source by watching the
level meter. If “OVER” appears, lower the level.
If the source level is too low and the level meter does not go to the right, raise the level.
During recording or whilst recording is paused, adjust the recording level using
the 3 or 2 button.

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Note for high speed recording:

High speed recording is possible only during digital recording.
If you record tracks copyright-protected by the SCMS (see page 35) from a CD-R etc.
onto a MiniDisc, “CAN'T COPY” will appear on the display. All the copyright-protected
tracks will be skipped automatically and the other tracks will be recorded.

To stop recording:

Press the ■ button.
The CD and MiniDisc will stop.

After use:

Press the ON/STAND-BY button to enter the power stand-by mode.

Note:

If the programmed play mode is set, this recording function is not possible.
To cancel the programme, see page 22.

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Recording to a MiniDisc from CDs (continued)

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Recording the first several tracks of the CDs

Create your own hit collection. For example, you can record the first track of all six CDs
in turn.

5 Press the CD MD button to start recording.

(Perform step 6 on page 37.)

1 Press the CD button and load the desired CD(s).
2

Load a recordable MiniDisc into the MD compartment. (See page 36.)

3 Press the REC MODE button and turn the jog dial to select “1CD

T-EDIT” or “ALL T-EDIT”. Within 10 seconds, press the ENTER
button.

1CD T-EDIT : Programmes 1 CD (the current CD).
ALL T-EDIT : Programmes all CDs continuously.

(Example: Recording the first track of all CDs.)

4 Press the TRACK EDIT button repeatedly to select the desired

tracks to be recorded.

Recording order of track editing:

DISC 1

Track 1 Track 2 Track 1 Track 2 Track 1Track 1 Track 2

● When the CD reaches the end, recording will stop.

“EDIT OVER” indication in step 4:

If the recording time is longer than the recordable time of the MiniDisc or if the recording
tracks reach 32, “EDIT OVER” appears and the system does not accept further editing.
Record the tracks selected before “EDIT OVER” appears.

To stop recording:

Press the ■ button.
When you stop the recording, the memory of the selected tracks will be erased.

Note:

If the programmed play mode is set, this recording function is not possible.
To cancel the programme, see page 22.

DISC 2 DISC 3 DISC 6

MD Recording

● Wait whilst the system reads the CD.

Then, the total recording time for track editing will appear.

Example) Selected: 1CD T-EDIT Example) Selected: ALL T-EDIT

Total recording
tracks

● Each time you press the TRACK EDIT button, one track will be added to the

total recording tracks.

Total recording
time

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Total recording
tracks

Total recording
time

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Programmed recording from CDs

Programmed play lets you select the desired discs and tracks.

1 Programme the desired tracks from CD(s). (See page 22.)
2

Load a recordable MiniDisc into the MD compartment. (See page 36.)

3 Press the CD MD button to start recording.

(Perform step 6 on page 37.)

● When the CD reaches the end, recording will stop.

To stop recording:

Press the ■ button.
The programmed content will not be erased when the recording is stopped.

Recording to a MiniDisc from

Recording to a MiniDisc from

a Cassette Tape

1 Press the TAPE button and load the cassette. (See page 24.)
2

Load a recordable MiniDisc into the MD compartment. (See page 36.)

3 Press the AUTO MARKER button to select “A.MARK ON” or

“A.MARK OFF”.

If you have selected “A.MARK ON”, the auto mark function will be activated
and a new track number will be created if the sound stops for 1 second or
more. If you have selected “A.MARK OFF”, a recording is performed as a
single track, and only one track number is created.

●

The auto mark function may not work correctly if you record a tape with much noise.

4 Press the MD REC button.

● The unit will enter the recording stand-by mode.

5 Press the

side B. Recording will start automatically.

● If the tape or MiniDisc stops, recording will stop.

To stop recording:

Press the ■ button.
The MiniDisc and tape will stop.

About track numbers:

If there is 1 second or more of silence, a new
track number is created automatically.

● Due to noise, the track numbers may not
be correctly created.

●

Without using the auto mark function, the
recording can be performed as a single track.

0606

06 button to play back side A, or the

0606

Tape

(A. MARK ON)

MiniDisc

First track track

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1 button for

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About
1 second

Silence

Second

the Radio

1 Tune into the desired station. (See page 25.)
2

Load a recordable MiniDisc into the MD compartment. (See page 36.)

3 Press the MD REC button.

● The unit will enter the recording stand-by mode.

4 Press the

To interrupt recording:

Press the 06 button.
To resume recording from the same point of MiniDisc, press the 06 button again.

To stop recording:

Press the ■ button.
The MiniDisc will stop.

About track numbers:

A recording is performed as a single track,
and only one number is created.

To mark track numbers whilst recording from a tape or the radio:

Press the MD REC button at the desired position during recording to create a new
track number. The track counter will be increased by one every time the button is
pressed.

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0606

06 button to start recording.

0606

Radio

First track Second track Third track

Track A Track B Track C

MiniDisc

First track track Third track

(Track A) (Track B) (Track C)

Second

MD Recording

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Checking Displays

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To check the remaining recording time

Whilst in the recording mode, press the DISP/CHARACTER button.

Each time the button is pressed, the display will change as follows.

Total number of tracks Remaining recording time

MD Recording

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To check the playback time and remaining
recording time

Whilst in the stop mode, playback or pause mode, press the DISP/CHARACTER
button.

Each time the button is pressed, the display will change as follows.

[When in the stop mode]

Disc name

Total number
of tracks

Remaining
recording time

[When in the playback or pause mode]

Track name

Total number
of tracks

Remaining
recording time

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Total number
of tracks

Total playback
time

Track number

Elapsed
playback time

Recording to a Cassette Tape from a CD

● When recording important selections, make a preliminary test to ensure that the

desired material is properly recorded.

● The volume and sound controls can be adjusted with no effect on the recorded

signal (Variable Sound Monitor).

● Do not use metal and CrO2 tapes for recording.

You can record the desired CD using the DISC 1 - DISC 6 buttons.

1 Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.
2 Press the CD button and load the desired disc.
3 Load a cassette into the compartment with side A facing you.

4

Press the REV . MODE button on the remote control to choose one
side or both sides.

....To record on both sides.

....To record on only one side.

5 Press the TAPE REC button repeatedly to switch to the side you

record on.

● Recording will be paused.

● To record on both sides, begin on side A. (If recording is started from side B,

the tape will not switch over to side A.)

6 Press one of the DISC 1 - DISC 6 buttons to start recording.

● When the CD reaches the end, recording will stop.

Recording from several CDs continuously:

1. Follow the above steps 1 - 5.

2. Regardless of the tape setting (step 5), press the 06 button to record on side A, or
the 1 button for side B.

● Recording will start from the lowest numbered disc.

To perform programmed recording:

1. Programme discs and tracks. (See page 22.)

2. Press the TAPE REC button.

3. Regardless of the tape setting (step 5), press the 06 button to record on side A, or
the 1 button for side B.

To stop recording:

Press the ■ button.
The CD and tape will stop.

Auto restart function:

If the recording side is switched from side A to B during recording, the system will
record the interrupted track on side B from its beginning.
The recording will be made without cutting the beginning of the track on side B.

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Recording to a Cassette Tape from a MiniDisc

4

Press the REV. MODE button on the remote control to choose one
side or both sides.

....To record on both sides.

....To record on only one side.

5 Press the TAPE REC button repeatedly to switch to the side you

record on.

● Recording will be paused.

● To record on both sides, begin on side A. (If recording is started from side B,

the tape will not switch over to side A.)

Tape Recording

1 Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.
2 Press the MD button and load a MiniDisc into the MD compart-

ment, label side up. (See page 36.)

3 Load a cassette into the compartment with side A facing you.

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6 Press the

side B.

● When you press the 06/1

record on the side specified in step 5.

● When the MiniDisc reaches the end, recording will stop.

To perform programmed recording:

1. Programme discs and tracks. (See page 22.)

2. Press the TAPE REC button.

3. Regardless of the tape setting (step 5), press the 06 button to record on side A, or
the 1 button for side B.

To interrupt recording:

Press the TAPE REC button.
To resume recording, press the same recording button you pressed in step 6. Other
buttons do not allow resuming.

To stop recording:

Press the ■ button.
The MiniDisc and tape will stop.

Auto restart function:

If the recording side is switched from side A to B during recording, the system will
record the interrupted track on side B from its beginning.
The recording will be made without cutting the beginning of the track on side B.

0606

06 button to record on side A, or the

0606

0 button on the remote control, the system will

11

1 button for

11

Recording to a Cassette Tape from the Radio

1 Tune in to the desired station. (See page 25.)
2 Load a cassette into the compartment with side A facing you.
3

Press the REV . MODE button on the remote control to choose one
side or both sides.

....To record on both sides.

....To record on only one side.

4 Press the TAPE REC button repeatedly to switch to the side you

record on.

● Recording will be paused.

● To record on both sides, begin on side A. (If recording is started from side B,

the tape will not switch over to side A.)

5 Press the

side B.

● When you press the 06/1

record on the side specified in step 4.

To interrupt recording:

Press the TAPE REC button.
To resume recording, press the same recording button you pressed in step 5. Other
buttons do not allow resuming.

To stop recording:

Press the ■ button.

Note:

If you hear a whistling noise whilst recording an AM station, move the AM loop aerial.

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Erasing recorded tapes

1. Press the TAPE button.

2. Follow steps 2 - 5 in “Recording to a Cassette Tape from the Radio”.
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0606

06 button to record on side A, or the

0606

0 button on the remote control, the system will

11

1 button for

11

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Titling a MiniDisc

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Creating disc and track names

You can give a name to discs and tracks.
One disc name and up to 255 track names can be created per disc (A maximum of 40
characters for the disc and each track name and a total of 1,700 characters can be
entered).

● Playback-only MiniDiscs cannot be edited.

4 Press the DISP/CHARACTER button repeatedly to select the type

of characters.

Capital letters Numbers/Symbols

1 Press the MD button and load a MiniDisc. (See page 36.)
2 Disc name Track name

Whilst in the stop mode of
MiniDisc, press the NAME/TOC
EDIT button, and then select
“DISC NAME” using the jog
dial.

During playback or in the
pause mode of MiniDisc, press
the NAME/TOC EDIT button to
select “TRACK NAME” using
the jog dial.

MD Editing

3 Within 10 seconds, press the ENTER button.

Cursor

● The unit will enter the character input mode.

● To cancel the operation, press the ■ button.

● Each time the button is pressed, the letter type changes.

5 Select a character to enter using the jog dial.

6 Press the ENTER button to enter it.

Position where the next letter will be entered

7 To enter more letters, repeat steps 4 - 6.

● To enter the same character continuously, skip step 4.

8 When the name has been completely entered, press the NAME/

TOC EDIT button.

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Characters (symbols):

Capital letters

A C D E F G H

B

O

M

.,

Y Z

: indicates a space.

S U V WTRN QP

/

! " $'

I J K L

Numbers/symbols

1 3 4 5 6 7 8

2
$

%

X

/

&

< =

To change a character:

Example) To change “BEET” to “BEST”

! "

9 0
+

)

'

*

_

`

@>?

–(

.,

1.Perform steps 1 - 4 in the “Creating disc and track names” section on page 44.

2.Press the 3 or 2 button on the unit to flash the character to change.

To erase disc and track names:

1.Perform steps 1 - 3 in the “Creating disc and track names” section on page 44.

2.Press the DELETE button for 2 seconds or more.

● “NAME CLEAR” will flash.

3.Press the ENTER button to finish.

To delete a character:

1.Perform steps 1 - 3 in the “Creating disc and track names” section on page 44.

2.Press the 3 or 2 button on the unit to flash the character to delete.

3.Press the DELETE button.

4.Press the NAME/TOC EDIT button to finish.

To add a character:

1.Perform steps 1 - 4 in the “Creating disc and track names” section on page 44.

2.Press the 3 or 2 button on the unit to flash the character, before which you

want to add a new character.

3.Select a character to enter, press the ENTER button.

4.Press the NAME/TOC EDIT button to finish.

3.Press the DELETE button.

4.Select a character to enter using the jog dial, then press the ENTER button.

5.Press the NAME/TOC EDIT button to finish.

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Editing a Recorded MiniDisc

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To erase tracks one at a time

1 Press the MD button and load a MiniDisc. (See page 36.)
2 Whilst in the stop mode, select the track you want to erase using

the jog dial. Or start playing the track to be erased, and then
press the

0606

06 button.

0606

3 Press the NAME/TOC EDIT button, and within 10 seconds, se-

lect “ERASE” using the jog dial.

4 Within 10 seconds, press the ENTER button.

MD Editing

● To cancel the operation, press the ■ button.

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To erase all of the tracks at once

1 Press the MD button and load a MiniDisc. (See page 36.)
2 Whilst in the stop mode, press the NAME/TOC EDIT button, and

within 10 seconds, select “ALL ERASE” using the jog dial.

3 Within 10 seconds, press the ENTER button.

● To cancel the operation, press the ■ button.

4 Press the ENTER button again.

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5 Press the ENTER button again.

● The track is erased, and the unit is stopped at the beginning of the next track.

6 To erase other tracks, repeat steps 1 - 5.

Notes:

● When a track is erased, the numbers assigned to the tracks following the erased

track will be automatically decreased by one.

● When a track is erased, the track name will be erased at the same time.

● This function cannot be used in the random play mode and programmed play mode.

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● All of the track numbers and track names will be erased.

Note:

This function cannot be used in the random play mode and programmed play mode.

Caution:
Once a track has been erased, it can not be recovered.
Check the track number before erasing it.

Editing a Recorded MiniDisc (continued)

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To move a track

1 Press the MD button and load a MiniDisc. (See page 36.)
2 Whilst in the stop mode, select the track you want to move using

the jog dial. Or start playing the track to be moved, and then
press the

0606

06 button.

0606

3 Press the NAME/TOC EDIT button, and within 10 seconds, se-

lect “MOVE” using the jog dial.

4 Within 10 seconds, press the ENTER button.

5 Select the new track position using the jog dial.

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To divide a track

1 Press the MD button and load a MiniDisc. (See page 36.)
2 Play the track which you want to divide into two, and press the

0606

06 button at the point where you want to divide the track.

0606

3 Press the NAME/TOC EDIT button, and within 10 seconds, se-

lect “DIVIDE” using the jog dial.

4 Within 10 seconds, press the ENTER button.

● To cancel the operation, press the ■ button.

MD Editing

● To cancel the operation, press the ■ button.

6 Press the ENTER button again.

● The track is moved, and the unit is stopped at the beginning of the new track
selected in step 5.

Notes:

● When a track has been moved, the other tracks which are affected will be assigned

new track numbers automatically.

● This function cannot be used in the random play mode and programmed play mode.

5 Press the ENTER button again.

● The track is divided, and the unit is stopped at the beginning of the second of
the two tracks.

● The numbers of the tracks which come after the divided track are automati­cally increased by one.

Notes:

● The two new tracks will have the same name. However , in the TOC FULL condition,

the second track may not be named.

●

Each disc can hold up to 255 tracks. However, even if the number of assigned tracks
has not reached 254, it might not be possible to make any further divisions of tracks.

● This function cannot be used in the random play mode and programmed play mode.

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Editing a Recorded MiniDisc (continued)

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To combine tracks

1 Press the MD button and load a MiniDisc. (See page 36.)
2 Whilst in the stop mode, select the second of the two adjacent

tracks you want to combine using the jog dial. Or start playing
the second of the two tracks you want to combine, and then press

0606

the

06 button.

0606

3 Press the NAME/TOC EDIT button, and within 10 seconds, se-

lect “COMBINE” using the jog dial.

4 Within 10 seconds, press the ENTER button.

MD Editing

Notes:

● 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.

● The first track name will be used. However, when the first track does not have a

name, the second track name will be used.

● This function cannot be used in the random play mode and programmed play mode.

In the following cases, tracks may not be combined.

● Digital recorded track and analogue recorded track.

● Long play recorded track and stereo recorded track.

● Tracks whose recording time is less than 12 seconds.

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● To cancel the operation, press the ■ button.

5 Press the ENTER button again.

● The two tracks are combined, and the unit is stopped at the beginning of the
combined track.

● The numbers assigned to the tracks following the combined track are auto­matically decreased by one.

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Timer and Sleep Operation

Timer playback:

The unit turns on and plays the desired source (CD, MD, tuner, tape) at the
preset time. At the end time, the unit enters the power stand-by mode auto­matically.

Timer recording:

The unit turns on and starts recording from the tuner at the preset time.
At the end time, the unit enters the power stand-by mode automatically.

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Timer playback/Timer recording

Before setting the timer:

Whilst the power is in the stand-by mode, p
on the remote control to check that the clock is on time.

ress the DISPLAY button

1 Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.
2 Press the MENU button.
3 Turn the jog dial to select “TIMER PLAY” or “TIMER REC” mode

and within 10 seconds, press the ENTER button.

For timer playback: For timer recording:

4 “ PLAY” or “ REC” will flash for 5 seconds.

Press the ENTER button during the flash.

or

Advanced Features

5 Turn the jog dial to specify the hour to start and within 10 sec-

onds, press the ENTER button.

● The illustrations show the timer playback setting.

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Timer and Sleep Operation (continued)

6 Turn the jog dial to specify the minute and within 10 seconds,

press the ENTER button.

7 Turn the jog dial to specify the hour to stop and within 10 sec-

onds, press the ENTER button.

8 Turn the jog dial to specify the minute and within 10 seconds,

press the ENTER button.

Start time

Timer play: Go to step 10.
Timer recording: Go to step 9.

9 For timer recording, turn the jog dial to select “MD REC” or “TAPE

REC” and within 10 seconds, press the ENTER button.

Advanced Features

10

Adjust the volume using the VOLUME buttons.

● Do not turn the volume up too high.

11

Press the CD, MD, TUNER (BAND) or TAPE button to select the
desired function.

To select the timer playback source : CD, MD, TUNER (BAND) or TAPE.

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To select the timer recording source : TUNER (BAND).

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End time

12

Press the ON/STAND-BY button to enter the timer stand-by mode.

To cancel the timer playback/timer recording:

1. Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.

2. Press the MENU button.

3. Turn the jog dial to select “TIMER OFF” and then press the ENTER button.

To check the setting time:

1. Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.

2. Press the MENU button.

3. Turn the jog dial to select “TIMER PLAY” or “TIMER REC” and then press
the ENTER button.

4. Press the ON/STAND-BY button to enter the timer stand-by mode.

13

When the preset time is reached, playback or recording will start.

● The volume will increase gradually until it reaches the volume you were lis-

tening to before your system enters the timer stand-by mode.

14

When the timer end time is reached, the system will enter the
power stand-by mode automatically.

● If you press the CD MD, TRACK EDIT or MENU button during timer opera-

tion, the timer mode will be cancelled and playback or recording will last
even when the end time is reached.

Notes:

● The system will be turned on 15 seconds (no operation can be accepted during that

time.) before the timer playback and recording preset time to prepare for them.
Actual playback and recording will start from the set time.

● When performing timer playback or recording using another unit connected to the

AUX IN or DIGITAL IN sockets, press the AUX button to select “AUX” or “AUX OPT”
in step 11. At this time, only this stereo system will be turned on or enter the power
stand-by mode automatically. (Another unit will not be turned on or turned off.)

To change the setting time:

Perform “Timer playback/Timer recording” from the beginning.

Timer and Sleep Operation (Continued)

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Sleep operation

The radio, CDs, MiniDisc and cassette tape can all be turned off automatically.

1 Play back the desired sound source.
2 Press the MENU button.
3 Turn the jog dial to select “SLEEP”.

Then press the ENTER button.

To change the sleep time:

Whilst the sleep time is displayed, turn the jog dial.

(Maximum: 2 hours - Minimum: 30 minutes)

4 Press the ENTER button.
5 Your system will enter the power stand-by mode automatically

after the preset time has elapsed.

● The volume will be turned down when the sleep operation finishes.

Note:

Once the sleep time is set, it will remain unchanged until the setting is changed.

To cancel the sleep operation:

Press the ON/STAND-BY button whilst sleep operation is performed.

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To use timer and sleep operation together

Example: To fall asleep and wake to the same radio station
You can play back the same source only (the function cannot be switched).

1 Set the desired playback or recording time (steps 1 - 9, pages 49

- 50).

2 Whilst playing the desired source, set the sleep time (see left,

steps 1 - 4).

1.Timer playback (recording) setting

2.Sleep timer setting

30 minutes - 2 hours

Sleep operation will
automatically stop.

An interval of 3 minutes
or more is required.

Desired time

Timer playback
(recording) start time

End time

Advanced Features

To confirm the remaining sleep time:

Perform the above steps 2 - 3.
This time you can also change the sleep time.

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Enhancing Your Stereo System

The connection lead is not included. Purchase a commercially available lead as shown below.

VCR

To the line
output socket

Red

White

Advanced Features

Connection cable
for digital recording

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White

RCA lead

MD deck, digital tuners
or DAT decks

To the optical line
output socket

Red

■

Listening to the playback sounds from the
connected equipment

1. Use a connection cable to connect the unit to the AUX IN or DIGITAL IN socket.

2. Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.

3. Press the AUX button to select “AUX” or “AUX OPT”.

4. Play the connected equipment.

5. If you have selected “AUX”, adjust the input level using the 3 or 2 button.

–2 +40

● The “OVER” indicator should not light at the maximum level.

● Y ou cannot adjust the input level of the equipment connected to the DIGITAL IN

socket.

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Recording on a tape

1. Use a connection cable to connect the unit to the AUX IN or DIGITAL IN socket.

2. Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.

3. Insert a cassette in the compartment.

4. Press the AUX button to select “AUX” or “AUX OPT”.

5. Press the TAPE REC button.

6. Play the connected equipment.

7. If you have selected “AUX”, adjust the input level using the 3 or 2 button.

●

You cannot adjust the input level of the equipment connected to the
socket

.

8. Press the 06 or 1 button to start recording.

DIGITAL IN

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Recording on a MiniDisc

1. Use a connection cable to connect the unit to the AUX IN or DIGITAL IN socket.

2. Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.

3. Press the AUX button to select “AUX” or “AUX OPT”.

4. Load a recordable MiniDisc into the MD compartment.

5. Press the REC MODE button and select “S.SYNC REC” or “MANUAL REC” using

the jog dial. Then, press the ENTER button.

S.SYNC REC: Recording starts automatically with sound input.
MANUAL REC: After pressing the 06 button, recording will start.

6. Press the MD REC button.

7. Press the 06 button to start recording.

● When “S.SYNC REC” is selected, pressing the 06 button is unnecessary.

Then, play the connected equipment.

About track numbers:

● If you have selected “S.SYNC REC”, the auto mark function will be activated auto-

matically.

● If you have selected “MANUAL REC”, you can select the auto mark function by

pressing the AUTO MARKER button.

To mark track numbers whilst recording from the connected equipment:

Press the MD REC button during recording. The track number will be marked and the
displayed number will be increased by one.

■ Headphones

● Before plugging in or unplugging the headphones, reduce the volume.

● Be sure your headphones have a 3.5 mm (1/8") diameter plug and are between 16

ohms and 50 ohms impedance. The recommended impedance is 32 ohms.

● Plugging in the headphones disconnects the speakers automatically. Adjust the

volume using the VOLUME buttons.

Advanced Features

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What is a MiniDisc?

MiniDisc System Limitations

The disc is stored in a cartridge. You can handle it easily without worrying about dust,
fingerprints, etc. However, dust entering the opening of the cartridge, dirt on the car-

tridge, warping, etc. may cause malfunctions. Please note the following.

■

To prevent recorded MiniDiscs from being
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 erasure.

To add a recording to such a MiniDisc, slide the accidental erase prevention tab back
to its original position.

■

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 pos­sible to remove it.

● If the label peels off or partially lifts away , replace it with a new one.

● Do not put a new label on top of an existing one.

● Attach the label only in the specified location.

References

■

Types of discs

There are two types of discs: playback-only and recordable types.

● Playback-only MiniDisc:

This type of MiniDisc is used for commercially available
prerecorded music. This is the same kind of optical disc
as CDs. Playback is performed using an optical pickup.
(Recording and editing are not possible.)

● Recordable MiniDisc:

This is a “raw disc” on which recording can be performed.
A magneto optical disc is used. Recordings are made
using a laser and magnetic field. Repeated recording is
possible.

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Recordable

Recording
prevented

A Shutter will be used on
only one side (back).

Shutters will be used on
both sides.

Even if the maximum record­ing time of a MiniDisc has not
been reached, “TOC FULL”
may be displayed.

Even if the maximum record­ing time of a MiniDisc has not
been reached, “DISC FULL”
may be displayed.

Even if several short tracks
are erased, the remaining re­cording time may not show an
increase.

Two tracks may not be com­bined in editing.

The total of the recorded time
and time remaining on a disc
may not add up to the maxi­mum possible recording time.

If recorded tracks are fast re­versed or fast forwarded, the
sound may skip.

In the MD system, the delimiter of the recording area
on a MiniDisc is programmed in a TOC. If partial eras­ing, recording and editing are repeated several times,
TOC information will fill up, even though the number
of tracks has not reached the limit (255 tracks), and
further recording will be impossible. (If you use the
all erase function, this MiniDisc can be used from
the beginning.)

If there is any flaw on the MiniDisc, that part is auto­matically excluded from the space available for re­cording. Therefore, the recording time becomes
shorter.

When the remaining recording time of a disc is dis­played, short tracks less than 12 seconds long may
not be included in the total.

For MiniDiscs on which repeated recording and ed­iting operations were performed, the COMBINE func­tion may not work.
A track recorded from a CD (digital recording) and a
track recorded from a radio or other equipment (ana­logue recording) cannot be combined.

A cluster (about 2 seconds) is normally the minimum
unit of recording. So, even if a track is less than 2
seconds long, it will use about 2 seconds of space
on the disc. Therefore, the time actually available for
recording may be less than the remaining time dis­played.
If there are scratches on discs, those sections will
be automatically avoided (no recording will be placed
in those sections). Therefore, the recording time will
be reduced.

A MiniDisc which has been recorded or edited re­peatedly may skip during fast reverse or fast forward.

Error Messages

When an error message is displayed, proceed as follows:

Error messages
BLANK DISC

CAN'T COPY

CAN'T EDIT

CAN'T READ
(

:Number or

symbol)

CAN'T REC

CAN'T WRITE

DISC FULL

E-CD 20

E-MD
( :Number or

symbol)
EDIT OVER

MD NO DISC
CD NO DISC

Meaning

● Nothing is recorded.
(Neither music nor disc name
is recorded.)

● You tried to record from a
copy prohibited CD.

● A track cannot be edited.

● The disc is damaged.

● TOC information cannot be

read.

● MiniDisc not specified.

● Recording cannot be per-

formed correctly due to vibra­tion or shock in the unit.

● The TOC information could
not be created properly due
to a mechanical shock or to
scratches on the disc.

● The disc is out of recording
space.

● The CD tray is not working
properly.

● A MiniDisc is not working
properly.

● You chose 32 or more tracks
for track editing.

● A MiniDisc has not been
loaded.

● The MiniDisc data cannot be
read.

● A CD has not been loaded.

● The CD data cannot be read.

● Replace it with another disc.

● Replace the CD.

●

Change the stop position of the
track and then try editing it.

● Replace it with another disc.

● Erase the disc and try record-

ing again.

● Re-record or replace the
MiniDisc.

● Set this unit to the stand-by
mode and try to write the
TOC again. (Remove any
source of shock or vibration
whilst writing.)

● Replace the disc with another
recordable disc.

● Set this unit to the stand-by
mode and turn the power on
again.

● Set this unit to the stand-by
mode and turn the power on
again.

● Decrease the number of
tracks.

● Load a MiniDisc.

● Reload the MiniDisc.

● Load a CD.

● Reload the CD.

Remedy

Error messages
NAME FULL

NO SIGNAL

NOT AUDIO

OVER

PLAY MD

PROTECTED

TEMP OVER

TOC FORM
( :Number or

symbol)

TOC FULL

? DISC

Meaning

● The number of characters for
the disc name or track name
exceeds 40.

● Poor connection of the digital
cable.

● No output signal comes out
from the connected unit to
playback.

● The data recorded on this
disc is not audio data.

● There is no space to make
CD editing on the disc.

● You tried to record on a play­back-only disc.

● The disc is write protected.

● The temperature is too high.

● TOC information recorded on

the MD does not match the
MiniDisc specifications or it
cannot be read.

● There is no space left for re­cording track numbers.

● There is no space left for re­cording character informa­tion.

● The data contains an error.

● MiniDisc not specified.

Remedy

● Shorten the disc or track
name.

● Connect the digital cable
securely.

● Playback with the connected
unit.

● Select another track.

● Replace the disc.

● Replace it with a disc that has

enough time to record.

● Replace it with another re­cordable disc.

● Move the write protection tab
back to its original position.

● Set this unit to the stand-by
mode and wait for a whilst.

● Replace it with another disc.

● Erase the disc and try record-

ing again.

References

● Replace it with another re­cordable disc.

● Erase the needless charac­ters.

● Replace it with another disc.

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Troubleshooting Chart

Many potential “problems” can be resolved by the owner without calling a service tech­nician. If something is wrong with this product, check the following before calling your
authorised SHARP dealer or service centre.

■

General

Symptom

● The clock is not on time.

●

When a button is pressed, the unit
does not respond.

● No sound is heard.

■

CD player

Symptom

● Playback does not start.

● Playback stops in the middle or is

not performed properly.

● Playback sounds are skipped, or

stopped in the middle of a track.

References

■

MiniDisc

Symptom

● A recording cannot be made.

● Even though a disc has been

loaded, “NO DISC” or “CAN'T
READ” is displayed.

● Playback sounds are skipped.

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Possible cause

● Did a power failure occur?

Reset the clock. (Refer to page 17.)

● Set this unit to the power stand-by mode

and then turn it back on.

● If the unit still malfunctions, reset it.

(Refer to page 57.)

● Is the volume level set to “0”?

● Are the headphones connected?

● Are the speaker wires disconnected?

Possible cause

● The disc is loaded up-side down.

● The disc does not satisfy the standards.

● The disc is distorted or scratched.

● Is the unit located near excessive vibra-

tions?

● The disc is very dirty.

● Has condensation formed inside the

unit?

Possible cause

● Is the MiniDisc protected against acci-

dental erasure?

● Did you try to make recording on a play-

back-only MiniDisc?

● Can you see the "DISC FULL" or "TOC

FULL" message in the display?

● The disc is very dirty.

● Is the unit located near excessive vibra-

tions?

● Has condensation formed inside the

unit?

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Cassette deck

Symptom

● Cannot record.

● Cannot record tracks with proper

sound quality.

● Cannot erase completely.

● Sound skipping.

● Cannot hear treble.

● Sound fluctuation.

● Cannot remove the tape.

■

Tuner

Symptom

● Radio makes unusual noise con-

secutively.

■

Remote control

Symptom

● The remote control does not op-

erate.

Possible cause

● Is the erase-protection tab removed?

● Is it a normal tape?

(You cannot record on a metal or CrO2
tape.)

● Is there any slack? Is the tape stretched?

● Are the capstans, pinch rollers, or heads

dirty?

● If a power failure occurs during playback,

the heads remain engaged with the tape.
Do not open the compartment forcibly.
Wait until electricity resumes.

Possible cause

● The stereo system is placed near the TV

or computer.

● FM/AM loop aerial is not placed prop-

erly. Move the AC power lead away from
the aerial if located near.

Possible cause

● Is the AC power lead of the stereo sys-

tem plugged in?

● The battery polarity is not correct.

● The batteries are dead.

● Incorrect distance or angle.

● Does the remote control sensor receive

strong light?

Troubleshooting Chart (continued)

■ If trouble occurs (reset)

When this product is subjected to strong external interference (mechanical shock, ex­cessive static electricity, abnormal supply voltage due to lightning, etc.) or if it is oper­ated incorrectly, it may malfunction.

If such a problem occurs, do the following:

1. Press the ON/STAND-BY button to enter the power stand-by mode.

2. Whilst pressing down the VOLUME
ton until “ALL CLEAR” appears.

Caution:

This operation will erase all data stored in memory including clock, timer settings,
tuner preset, and CD or MiniDisc programme.

■

Condensation

Sudden temperature changes, storage or operation in an extremely humid environ­ment may cause condensation inside the cabinet (CD pickup, tape heads, etc.) or
on the transmitter on the remote control.
Condensation can cause the unit to malfunction.
If this happens, leave the power on with no disc (or cassette) in the unit until normal
playback is possible (about 1 hour). Wipe off any condensation on the transmitter
with a soft cloth before operating the unit.

XX

X button, press the ON/STAND-BY but-

XX

■ Before transporting the unit

Remove all CDs and the MiniDisc from the unit. Your unit checks whether there are
any discs inside the unit. “CD NO DISC” and “MD NO DISC” appear if no disc is left.
Then, set the unit to the power stand-by mode. Carrying the unit with discs left inside
can damage it.

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Maintenance

Specifications

■

Cleaning the tape-handling parts

● Dirty heads, capstans or pinch rollers can cause poor sound and tape jams. Clean

these parts with a cotton swab moistened with commercial head/pinch roller cleaner
or isopropyl alcohol.

● When cleaning the heads, pinch rollers, etc., unplug the unit which contains high

voltages.

● After long use, the deck’s heads and capstans may become magnetised, causing

poor sound. Demagnetise these parts once every 30 hours of playing/recording
time by using a commercial tape head demagnetiser. Read the demagnetiser’s
instructions carefully before use.

■

Cleaning the cabinet

Periodically wipe the cabinet with a soft cloth and a diluted soap solution, then with a
dry cloth.

Caution:

References

Do not use chemically treated cleaning cloths or other chemicals.

C

D

A Erase head C Capstan
B Recording/Playback head D Pinch roller

B

A

C

As 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 deviations from these values in individual units.

■ General

D

Power source AC 230 V, 50 Hz
Power consumption Power on: 180 W

Power stand-by: 0.6 W (*)

Dimensions Width: 200 mm (7-7/8")

Height: 352 mm (13-7/8")
Depth: 377 mm (14-7/8")

Weight 10.3 kg (22.7 lbs.)

(*) This power consumption value is obtained when the demonstration mode is can-

celled in the power stand-by mode. Refer to page 15 to cancel the demonstration
mode.

■ Amplifier

Output power RMS: 200 W (100 W + 100 W) (10 % T.H.D.)

Output terminals Speakers: 6 ohms

Input terminals Auxiliary: 500 mV/47 kohms

Main speaker (woofer and tweeter); 80 W (40 W + 40 W)
Subwoofer; 120 W (60 W + 60 W)

RMS: 184 W (92 W + 92 W) (0.9 % T.H.D.)

Main speaker (woofer and tweeter); 74 W (37 W + 37 W)
Subwoofer; 110 W (55 W + 55 W)

Headphones: 16-50 ohms (recommended; 32 ohms)

Digital input (optical)

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Specifications (continued)

■ CD player

Type 6-disc multi-play compact disc changer player
Signal readout Non-contact, 3-beam semiconductor laser pickup
D/A converter
Frequency response 20 - 20,000 Hz
Dynamic range 90 dB (1 kHz)

■

MiniDisc

Type MiniDisc recorder
Signal readout Non-contact, 3-beam semiconductor laser pickup
Rotation speed 400 - 900 rpm CLV, Approx.
Error correction ACIRC (Advanced Cross Interleave Reed-Solomon

Quantization 20-bit linear (A/D converter)
Coding ATRAC (Adaptive Transform Acoustic Coding)
Sampling frequency 44.1 kHz
Recording method Magnetic modulation overwrite method
Frequency response 20 - 20,000 Hz
D/A converter 1-bit D/A converter
Wow and flutter Unmeasurable (less than 0.001% W. peak)
Signal/noise ratio 95 dB (1 kHz)
Dynamic range 90 dB (1 kHz)
Audio channel Stereo: 2 channels

1-bit D/A converter

Code)

Monaural: 1 channel (playback only)

(long-time recording mode)

■ Cassette deck

Frequency response 50-14,000 Hz (Normal tape)
Signal/noise ratio 50 dB (recording/playback)
Wow and flutter 0.3 % (WRMS)

■ Tuner

Frequency range FM: 87.50-108.00 MHz

AM: 522-1,620 kHz

■ Speaker

Type 3-way type speaker system

Maximum input power (Total)
Rated input power (Total) 100 W
Impedance 6 ohms
Dimensions Width: 210 mm (8-1/4")

Weight 5.1 kg (11.2 lbs.)/each

5 cm (2") Tweeter
13 cm (5-1/4") Woofer
13 cm (5-1/4") Subwoofer

200 W

Height: 392 mm (15-7/16")
Depth: 345 mm (13-9/16")

References

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TERMS OF GUARANTEE

Sharp Electronics (UK) Ltd. (“Sharp”) guarantees to provide for the repair, or at its option the replace­ment, of this product subject to the conditions listed below:-

1. This guarantee shall only apply to faults which are due to inferior workmanship or materials. It does
not cover faults or damage caused by accident, misuse, fair wear and tear, neglect, tampering with
the product, or repair other than by a Service Facility appointed by Sharp.

2. As this product is intended for private domestic use only , the guarantee will not apply if the product
is used in the course of a business, trade or profession.

3. To benefit from this guarantee, any fault which occurs must be notified to Sharp, or its appointed
Service Facility within one year from the date this product was purchased. Proof of purchase must
be provided.

4. The guarantee does not cover carriage costs, jewelled styli, audio tapes, compact discs or batter­ies.

5. In the unlikely event of this product requiring repair, please contact the supplier from whom it was
purchased. Where this is not possible, please contact the Sharp Customer Information Centre on
the telephone number given below.

6. No person has any authority to vary the terms or conditions of this guarantee.

7. This guarantee is offered as an additional benefit to your statutory rights, and does not affect these

rights in any way.

If you have any difficulty operating this product, or would like information on other Sharp products,
please telephone the Sharp Customer Information Centre on the number given below.

Sharp Customer Information Centre - Telephone [phone]

SHARP ELECTRONICS (U.K.) LTD.

Sharp House, Thorp Road, Newton Heath, Manchester, M40 5BE

SHARP CORPORATION

Web-site: www.sharp.co.uk/support Help Line: 08705 274277 (office hours)

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