Sharp IM-DR400E Operation Manual

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1-BIT PORTABLE MINIDISC RECORDER

IM-DR400E

MODEL

TINSE0562AWZZ

03G R YT 1

IM-DR400E (TINSE0562AWZZ)

Thank you for purchasing this SHARP product.
For the best performance, read this manual carefully.
It will guide you in operating your SHARP product.

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If you require any advice or assistance regarding
your Sharp product, please visit our web-site
www.sharp.co.uk/customersupport.
Customers without Internet access may telephone
08705 274277 during office hours (or [phone]
if telephoning from Ireland).

OPERATION MANUAL

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Important In troduction

-Special Notes-

Special Notes

! Warnings

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The supplied AC adaptor contains no user serviceable
parts. Never remove covers unless qualified to do so.
It contains dangerous voltages, always remove the
mains plug from the main outlet socket before any
service operation or when not in use for a long period.

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The AC adaptor supplied with the IM-DR400E must
not be used with other equipment.

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

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Never use an AC adaptor other than the one specified.
Otherwise, problems or serious hazards may be cre­ated.

! Caution

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

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

NOTES FOR USERS IN THE U.K. AND

IRELAND

SERVICE INFORMATION

In the unlikely event of your equipment requiring re­pair, please use the supplied postage paid label to
send your unit to the Sharp repair centre or contact
the dealer or supplier from whom it was purchased.
Where this is not possible, please visit our web-site
www.sharp.co.uk/customersupport.
Customers without internet access may telephone
08705 274277 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.

WILLOW VALE ELECTRONICS LTD.

0121 766 5414

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

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-Special Notes-

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At full volume, prolonged listening to a personal stereo
may damage the user's hearing. This model complies
with the law if used with the correct earphones (model
number RPHOH0026AWZZ). If the earphones are
damaged in any way, please order using the model
number given above.

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This product is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER
PRODUCT.

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Use the Portable MiniDisc Recorder only in accord­ance with the instructions given in this manual and do
not attempt to interfere with the interlock switch or
make any other adjustment as this may result in expo­sure to hazardous radiation.

Laser Diode Properties

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Material: GaAIAs

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Wavelength: 785 nm

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Pulse time:
Read mode: 0.8 mW Continuous
Write mode: max 12 mW 0.5S
min cycle 1.5S
Repetition

! Notes

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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.

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

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US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laborato­ries.

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The letters in brackets contained in the model number
indicate the colour of the product only. Operation and
specifications are unaffected.

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-Features-

Features

! A Portable MD pla yer with " Mo b il e 1 -b i t

digital amplifier"

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The 1-bit digital signal is sent to a constant voltage cir­cuit directly from a high-order modulation circuit.
The amplifier transmits and amplifies the signal, and
allows extremely natural and clear sound with little
deterioration.

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High-quality sound is achieved by vast improvements
in the sound resolution. The speed and the smooth­ness of rise of the sound are consequently ensured.

! "4-pole plug earphone" optimizes

"Mobile 1-bit digital amplifier"

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Sharp has adopted "4-pole plug" earp hone that com­pletely separate right and left sound. Enjoy the high
quality sound of the "Mobile 1-bit digital amplifier".

! A Net MD portable recorder

Audio data saved on the hard disk of a PC can be trans­ferred to a Net MD-compatible recorder using the pro­vided software "BeatJam".

! This product features up to 50 times

high speed transfer from PC to MD in
LP4 mode

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Transfer speed varies by the recording mode. In SP
mode, the speed is less than 1/4 of that in LP4 mode.

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Time for initialisation and the termination process is
omitted from the calculation of transfer speed.

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To achieve maximum speed, use the AC adaptor and
a high capacity battery together.

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Transfer speed depends on the performance of your
PC or the number of tracks to record.

L+ R+ L- R­4-pole plug for mobile
1-bit digital amplifier

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Important In troduction

-Contents-

Contents

Page

! Important Introduction

Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Names of Controls a n d Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 8

Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

! Power Source

Using with the AC Adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Using with the Alkaline Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

! Preparation

Inserting a MiniDisc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

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

Hold Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Before Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

! Basic Operation

Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 - 17

Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 - 19

! Useful Features

Advanced Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 - 21

Advanced Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 - 26

Changing Default Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Checking Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 - 29

! Advanced Features

Titling a MiniDisc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 - 33

Editing a Recorded MiniDisc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 - 36

Listening through Another System. . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Resuming auto pl ay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Page

! Net MD

About Net MD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 - 39

System Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Software Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Connecting to a PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 - 43

Transferring Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

! References

MiniDisc Syste m Limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 - 47

Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 - 49

Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Specification s. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 0 - 51

The operation manual of this pr oduct consists
of 2 volumes.

Unit operation manual:

Guides you through preparation and operation of this
system. Be sure to read this before operating the unit.

BeatJam:

Guides you through operation of the bundled software
"BeatJam".

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-Accessories-

Accessories

Notes:

Earphones x 1 AC Adaptor (RADPA8066AWZZ) x 1 Connection Cable

(for analogue recording) x 1

Out p u t C o n version Cabl e

(4-pole to 3-pole plug conversion) x 1

CD-ROM x 1 USB Connection Cable x 1

4-pole

plug

4-pole

plug

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You can hear the sound only from one earphone if you use the supplied earphones with other equipment.

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Parts and equipment mentioned in this operation manual other than those detailed above are not included.

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The AC adaptor may be different from the one in the drawing.

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Important In troduction

-Names of Controls and Indicators-

Names of Controls and Indicators

! Main unit

Reference page

1.Open Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

2.Battery Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

3.Menu/Enter B utton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17, 19, 30

4.Play/Pause/St op/Power Off/Hold/
Fast Forward/Fast Reverse/
Recording Level/Menu Select/

Name Select Button . . . . . . . . . . 14, 16, 18, 20, 30

5.Volume/Cursor Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19, 31

6.Earphones/Line Output So cket . . . . . . . . . . 18, 37

7.USB Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

8.Optical/Line Input Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

9.Record/Track Mark Button . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 24, 25

10.Bass/Delete/Synchro Button . . . . . . . . . 19, 24, 31

11.3 V DC Input Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

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Note:

When the battery cover comes off, attach the cover back
as shown below.

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-Names of Controls and Indicators-

Names of Controls and Indicators (continued)

! Display panel

Reference page

1.Level Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

2.Random Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

3.Repeat Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

4.Long-Play/Recording Mode Indicator . . . . . . . . 22

5.Monaural Mode Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

6.Battery Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

7.Play Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

8.Pause Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

9.Disc Name Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

10.Record Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

11.Synchro Recording Indi c a tor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

12.Character/Time Information Indicator . . . . 16, 28

13.TOC Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

14.Track Number Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

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Important In troduction

-Precautions-

Precautions

! Important

To avoid accidental electric shock or other possible
problems, observe the precautions listed below.

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Do not disassemble or modify the unit.

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Do not drop or subject the unit to shock.

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Do not use the unit near open flames.

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Do not spill liquid on the unit.

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Do not use an external power supply, other than the 3
V DC supplied with this unit, as it may damage the
unit.

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SHARP is not responsible for damage due to improper
use. Refer all servicing to a SHARP authorised serv­ice centre.

! Storing the unit

Avoid using or leaving the unit in the following
places.

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Places exposed to direct sunlight for many hours
(especially in cars with the doors and windows closed)
or near heaters. (The cabinet may deform, change
colour or the unit may malfunction.)

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Places exposed to excessive dust.

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Places exposed to water.

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Places where temperatures are excessively high or
low.

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Places (bathrooms) where the humidity is extremely
high.

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Places with strong magnetic fields such as TVs or
loudspeakers.

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Places exposed to vibration.

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Places where sand can easily enter the inside of the
unit (beaches etc.).

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If the unit is used near radio tuners or TVs, noise and/
or picture interference may result. If you experience
these problems, move the unit away from such
devices.

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Do not wear your earphones when you are crossing
streets or near traffic.

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Do not use your earphones whilst driv­ing a motor vehicle, it may create a traf­fic hazard and may be illegal.
Remember to obey all of the safety
rules in your area.

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Do not play the unit at a high volume.
Hearing experts advise against extend­ed listening at high volume levels.

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If you experience ringing in your ears, reduce the vol­ume or discontinue use.

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

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

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The apparatus is designed for use in moderate climate.

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This portable MD should only be used within the range
of 0°C - 40°C (32°F - 104°F).

It is not recommended to put the
portable MD into a rear pocket, as
this may damage the product when
sitting.

Using this unit near mobile phones
may cause noise pickup. If it oc­curs, move it away from them.

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Power Source

-Using with the AC Adaptor/Alkaline Battery-

Using with the AC Adaptor

Plug the AC adaptor into the wall socket, and then insert
the plug on the other end into the DC IN 3V socket.

Caution:

!

Insert the plugs firmly.

!

When the unit is not in use for extended periods,
remove the AC adaptor from the wall socket.

Note:

If power failure occurs whilst playing a disc using the AC
adaptor, disconnect it from the wall socket. Otherwise,
playback may start automatically when electricity
resumes.

Using with the Alkaline Battery

Use one commercially available alkaline battery (LR6,
"AA" size).

1

Push and slide the battery cover .

2

Open the battery cover.

3

Insert an alkaline battery according to the
direction indicated in the battery compart­ment.

4

Close the battery cover.

Notes:

!

Do not replace the battery during operation.

!

Do not use a nickel-cadmium battery.

!

Remove the battery if the unit will not be used for long
periods of time. This will prevent potential damage due
to battery leakage.

!

Installing the battery incorrectly may cause the unit to
malfunction.

To the DC IN 3V socket

AC 110 - 240V,
50/60 Hz

To the wall socket

When inserting or removing the battery, push it to­wards the battery terminal.

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Preparation

-Inserting a MiniDisc-

Inserting a MiniDisc

1

Slide the OPEN lever to release the com­partment door.

2

Lift up the compartment door.

3

Insert a MiniDisc.

4

Close the compartment door.

Notes:

!

Do not place the MiniDisc under the holder.

!

If any resistance is felt, do not force the MiniDisc into
the unit, as it may cause damage to the unit. If resist­ance is felt, remove the MiniDisc and reload it.

!

The lid cannot be opened if "TOC" is displayed; refer
to the instruction on page 15.

!

When you record on a MiniDisc, check that the erase
prevention tab is set to the "Recordable" position.

Insert according to the direction arrow.

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Recording
prevented

Recordable

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Preparation

-Connections-

Connections

You can record your favourite CDs or tapes to MD.
When recording, it is recommended to use the AC adaptor and also install the battery. Should the power failure occur,
the power source would be automatically switched to the battery.

RIGHT

LEFT

RIGHT

LEFT

To the wall socket

Red : to right
White : to left

Supplied
connection
cable

AC 110 - 240V,
50/60 Hz

To the DC IN
3V socket

To the OPTICAL/
LINE IN socket

■ To connect to a stereo system with "LINE OUT" or "AUDIO OUT" sockets (analogue connection)

If the audio system has only one pair of sockets, they are usually for input only and recording via this connection is
not possible.

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Preparation

-Connections-

Note:

DIGITAL OUT

DIGITAL OUT

To the wall socket

To the OPTICAL/
LINE IN socket

Optional
connection cable (AD-M2DC)

Optional
connection
cable (AD-M1DC)

■ To connect to a stereo system with a "DIGITAL OUT" or "OPTICAL OUT" socket (digital con-

nection)

When compared with an analogue connection recording, using a digital connection will give higher quality.

Some audio systems do not have a DIGITAL OUT socket.
Check before connecting.

AC 110 - 240V,
50/60 Hz

To the DC IN
3V socket

Some of the above optional accessories may not be available depending on the area.

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Preparation

-Hold Function-

Hold Function

The operation can be kept even if other buttons are acci­dentally pressed in a place such as a crowded train.

If the battery is inserted or the AC adaptor is connected,
you can set this function even when the power is turned
off.

To cancel the hold mode

Press and hold down the HOLD button for 2 seconds or
more whilst the unit is in the hold mode.
"HOLD OFF" will be shown.

Hold down the HOLD button for 2 seconds or more.

Hold Release

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Preparation

-Before Recording-

Before Recording

"

About the TOC

Whilst recording or editing, "TOC" (Table Of Contents)
appears. If you stop recording or turn off the power after
editing, TOC will be written on the MD ("TOC" will flash
followed by "TOC EDIT!"). During the process, the lid is
locked and you cannot remove the MiniDisc.

Warning:

If the power is removed (Battery/AC adaptor) whilst
"TOC" is displayed, the MiniDisc unit lid will remain
locked until the battery/main power is restored and
the unit is turned on. Your new recordings or edited
changes will be lost and your MiniDisc may become
unusable.

Caution:

Whilst "TOC" or "TOC EDIT!" is displayed, follow the
instructions below.

Otherwise, tracks may not be recorded properly.

"

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 s uch 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 you may not be able
to remove it.

TOC display

- Do not jerk or bump the unit.

- Do not unplug the AC adaptor.

- Do not remove the battery.

- Do not subject the unit to shock.

!

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.

Recording
prevented

Recordable

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Basic Operation

-Recording-

Recording

Before recording

Cancel the hold mode.

The portable MD does not work whilst in the hold mode.
As for the details, see page 14.

1

Press the REC button.

2

Begin playback on the stereo system con­nected to this portable MD.

3

Press the REC LEVEL or button to
adjust the recording level.

Analogue recording (connecting with analogue
cable)

Adjust the recording level so
that the maximum sound vol­ume from the source makes the
reading swing somewhere be­tween -4 dB and 0 dB.

Digital recording (connecting with digital cable)

You can adjust the level in 1 dB
increments between + 10 dB
and - 10 dB.

Once you adjust the recording level, the setting is re­tained even after the recording stops. (For cancella­tion instructions for the digital recording level, see
page 27.)

The sound from the earphones does not change
even if the digital recording level is adjusted.

4

Press the PAUSE button on the stereo sys­tem to enter the playback pause mode.

Here, you can search for the track to be recorded.

0 - 30

+ 10 dB to - 10 dB

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Basic Operation

-Recording-

Notes:

!

Complete the operation within 7 seconds whilst select­ing the menus.

!

Changing the volume level whilst recording does not
affect the recording.

!

You cannot adjust the bass level whilst recording.

!

Whilst "TOC" is displayed, the MiniDisc recorded con­tents are not yet updated.

To interrupt recording

Press the button.

!

To resume recording, press the button again.

!

The track number will be increased by one each time
the recording is interrupted.

To stop recording

Press the :OFF/HOLD button.
When recording is stopped, TOC is written on the MD.
The "TOC" indicator disappears.

5

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

6

Press the or button repeatedly to se­lect "REC MODE".

7

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

8

Press the or button repeatedly to se­lect the recording mode (page 22).

9

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

The mode will be set automatically after 7 seconds
even if the MENU/ENTER button is not pressed.

10

Press the button to start the MiniDisc

unit recording.

11

Begin playback on the stereo system, the

output will be recorded.

SP

(2 times long recording)
(4 times long recording)
(Monaural recording)

(Stereo recording)

TOC display

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Basic Operation

-Playback-

Playback

To interrup t pla y back

Press the button.
To resume playback, press the button again.

To stop pla y back

Press the :OFF/HOLD button.
The power will turn off automatically after 2 minutes if the
unit is left in the stop mode.

To turn off the power

Press the :OFF/HOLD button whilst in the stop mode.

L

Right
channel

Left
channel

4-pole
plug

To the PHONES
socket

R

1

Insert the earphones plug into the PHONES
socket.

2

Insert a MiniDisc (page 11).

3

Press the button.

Playback starts automatically
with a playback only MiniDisc
or a MiniDisc which is protect­ed against accidental erasure
(Auto-play function).

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Basic Operation

-Playback-

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Volume control

The sound escaping from your earphones may annoy
people around you. In particularly crowded places (such
as on trains or buses), reduce the volume.

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Bass control

Each time the BASS/SYNC button is pressed, the bass
response will be switched as follows.

"

To customise low and high levels

You can set 3 types of bass settings (BA SS 1 - BASS 3)
by adjusting low (Lo) and high (Hi) boost for each setting.

Emphasising low (Lo) and high (Hi ) sou nd of BASS 3.

Notes:

!

If you set the volume to 23 or more, the bass boost will
be adjusted automatically.

!

When you make the setting of "To customise low and
high levels" with the volume level set to 23 or more,
the volume level will be reduced to 22 automatically.

Press the VOL + button to increase
the volume and the VOL - button to
decrease the volume.

Volume (0 - 30)

BASS 1 Emphasised slightly.
BASS 2 Emphasised more.
BASS 3 Emphasised fully.
BASS OFF Cancelled. (Default setting)

Default

BASS 3

Lo

Frequency

Sound

level

Hi

Lo5

Hi5

1

During playback, press the MENU/ENTER
button.

2

Press the or butto n rep eate dly to s e­lect "SOUND ADJ" and then press the

MENU/ENTER button.

3

Press the or but­ton repeatedly to select

bass setting, and the
VOL + or VOL - button to
select "B3".

4

After selecting "Lo" or
"Hi" with the or

button, press the VOL +
or VOL - button to adjust
the low or high sound
setting.

5

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

Repeat steps 1 - 5 to change the other bass setting.

B3

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Useful Features

-Advanced Playback-

Advanced Playback

! To locate the desired portion

"

Normal playback will resume when the or but­ton is released.

"

When the end of the last track is reached during fast
forward, the unit will enter the pause mode. When the
beginning of the first track is reached during fast
reverse, the unit will enter the playback mode .

! To locate the beginning of a track

"

To skip a number of tracks at one time, press the
or button repeatedly until the desired track number
is shown.

"

When you press the button, playback starts from
the beginning of the track.

For audible fast forward:

Press and hold down the button during playback.

For audible fast reverse:

Press and hold down the button during playback.

To move to the beginning of the next track:

Press the button during playback.

To restart the track being played:

Press the button during playback.

To locate the next track:

Press the button whilst the unit is stopped.

To locate the previous track:

Press the button whilst the unit is stopped.

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-Advanced Playback-

! Random play or repeat play

Notes:

"

Complete the operation within 7 seconds whilst select­ing the menus.

"

If the playback mode is selected whilst stopped, press
the button to start playback.

"

When "TOC" is displayed, random play or repeat play
is impossible.

"

In random play, the unit will select and play tracks
automatically. (You cannot select the order of the
tracks.) After all of the tracks are played once in ran­dom order, the unit will stop automatically.

"

During random, random repeat, or single track repeat
play, you can forward or reverse the MiniDisc only
within the track being played.

"

During random play, the unit cannot find the beginning
of any track which has been played.

"

Repeat play lasts until you stop the unit.

"

When you stop and resume random play, the rest of
tracks are played starting from the last played track . If
you turn the power off and resume random play, all the
tracks are played in random order starting from the
interrupted track.

1

During playback, press the MENU/ENTER
button.

2

Press the or but­ton repeatedly to select

"PLAY MODE".

3

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

4

Press the or button repeatedly to se­lect the desired playback mode.

RANDOM : Random play
RANDOM REP :

Repeat play of trac ks in random order
ALL REPEAT : Repeat play of all of the tracks
1Tr REPEAT : Repeat play of a single track
NORMAL : Normal playback

5

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

The mode will be set automatically after 7 seconds
even if the MENU/ENTER button is not pressed.

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Useful Features

-Advanced Recording-

Advanc ed Recording

! Long-play recording

2 times and 4 times long recording

Double or quadruple time of stereo recording is possible.

Monaural recording

In monaural, you can record twice as long as the stereo
recording.

Notes:

"

Complete the operation within 7 seconds whilst select­ing the menus.

"

The recording mode remains unchanged until a new
mode is selected.

1

When recording is paused, press the MENU/
ENTER button.

2

Press the or button repeatedly to se­lect "REC MODE".

3

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

4

Press the or button repeatedly to se­lect the desired recording mode.

5

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

The mode will be set automatically after 7 seconds
even if the MENU/ENTER button is not pressed.

6

Start recording.

Stereo recording (SP)

2 times long recording (LP2)

4 times long recording (LP4)Monaural recording (MONO)

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-Advanced Recording-

Notes:

"

In monaural recording, the sound on the right and left
channels is mixed even if the input source is in stereo.
Although you can hear the stereo sound from the ear­phones, the recorded sound is monaural.

"

Tracks recorded in 2 times long recording and 4
times long recording modes cannot be played with
the unit that does not support these modes. On
such a unit, no sound i s hea r d. ( The o pera tion ma y
vary depending on the unit.)

"

Tracks recorded in monaural cannot be played on a
unit that does not support monaural playback.

! About ATRAC

The ATRAC (Adaptive TRansform Acoustic Coding) sys­tem compresses the sound data into 1/5 by cutting out
the inaudible sound. Since the sound is selected based
on psychoacoustics masking, the sound quality is not
impaired. This unit is equipped with the ATRAC3 com­pressing system that can reduce the sound data to 1/10
or 1/20 of its original size. By employing this system, 2
times and 4 times long recordings are enabled in stereo
mode.

! About the recording mode

You can select the recording mode from stereo recording,
2 times long recording, 4 times long recording, and mon­aural recording. Recordable time varies depending on
the recording mode. If the tracks are recorded on an 80­minute MiniDisc, its recording time changes as follows:

! Caution for 4 times long recording

(LP4)

Special compression methods are used to achieve 4
times long recording. This may cause some noise to be
recorded occasionally. When the highest quality is
required, stereo or LP2 recording is recommended.

Indication Recording mode Recording

time

SP Stereo MAX. 80 min.
LP2 2 times long (MDLP

stereo)

MAX. 160 min.

LP4 4 times long (MDLP

stereo)

MAX. 320 min.

MONO Monaural MAX. 160 min.

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Useful Features

-Advanced Recording-

Advanced Recording (continued)

! Playback sound-actuated recording

Recording automatically starts or pauses by detecting
sound from the stereo system (synchronised recording).

To interrupt recording

"

When the stereo system is stopped, the unit will enter
the synchro recording pause mode. When playback is
resumed, recording will also resume.

"

If a silence lasts for 3 seconds or more, recording will
be paused (pause function does not work for approxi­mately 10 seconds after recording start s). When the
unit receives sound again, recording automatically
starts.

"

A new track number is created when recording
resumes.

1

Press the REC button.

2

Begin playback on the stereo system con­nected to this portable MD.

3

Press the or button to adjust the re­cording level (see page 16).

4

Press the PAUSE button on the stereo sys­tem to enter the playback pause mode.

Select the starting point for your recording and press
the PAUSE button.

5

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

6

Press the or button repeatedly to se­lect "REC MODE".

7

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

8

Select the recording mode (step 4, page 22)
and press the MENU/ENTER button.

The mode will be set automatically after 7 seconds
even if the MENU/ENTER button is not pressed.

9

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

10

Press the or button repeatedly to se-

lect "SYNC ON".

11

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

"

The BASS/SYNC button can be used instead of
steps 9 - 11.

"

"SYNC" will flash.

"

To cancel the operation, press the :OFF/HOLD
button.

12

Begin playback on the stereo system.

Recording will begin automatically.

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Useful Features

-Advanced Recording-

! To create your own track numbers

You can create your own track numbers at any point.

Whilst recording, press the REC button at the point
where you want to create track numbers.

The track number will be increased by one.
One track number will be added every time the REC but­ton is pressed.

Numbering restriction

If you try to number more than 10 tracks in certain
amount of time, "SORRY" will be displayed and the oper­ation will be disabled.
In that case, wait until the next operation can be
resumed.

! Recording tracks as a single track

You can record several pieces of music as a single track
by disabling the auto marker function.

When recording is paused or whilst recording...

Notes:

"

Complete the operation within 7 seconds whilst select­ing the menus.

"

When making digital recordings using a CD player or
an MiniDisc player, trac k numbers will be created auto­matically regardless of the setting of the auto marker
function.

In stereo recording Within 40 seconds
In 2 times long recording Within 80 seconds
In 4 times long recording Within 160 seconds
In monaural recording Within 80 seconds

1

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

2

Press the or button repeatedly to se­lect "MARK".

3

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

4

Press the or button to select "MARK
OFF".

5

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

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Useful Features

-Advanced Recording-

Advanced Recording (continued)

! About track numbers

"

Track numbers may not be created in proper places,
depending on the source to be recorded from, such as
signals with noise.

"

The track numbers on the playback side may not
match the track numbers recorded on the MiniDisc.

"

When recording, if a programmed playback is per­formed by the source or playback is performed by
selecting tracks manually, t he MiniDisc track numbers
may not be the same as on the source.

"

Track numbers may not be created properly, depend­ing on the connected stereo system.

! About sampling rate converter

This portable MD incorporates a sam pling rate converter
so that it can record from digital radios or DAT tape
recorders.

! Note for digital recording

You cannot copy a MiniDisc that you recorded from digital
inputs to another MiniDisc or DAT. It is prevented by the
SCMS (Serial Copy Management System). Recording
from analogue inputs is not affected.

1. Track numbers are created automatically during re­cording via the analogue connection when a silence of
1 second or more is detected (auto marker function).
A series of tracks can be recorded as one by disabling
the auto marker function (see page 25).

2. When recording from a CD or a MiniDisc using the dig­ital connection, track numbers will be created at the
same points as on the CD or MiniDisc (synchro mark­er function).

About

1 second

First track

Silence

Second track

First track

First track

Second track Third track

Third trackSecond track

Track A

Track A

Track B

Track B

Track C

Track C

Playback
side

Recording
side

Digital signals Digitally recorded

MiniDisc

Cannot record

CD player,
MiniDisc
player,
etc.

Digital

connection

Digital

connection

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Useful Features

-Changing Default Settings-

Changing Default Settings

(*) indicates default setting.

! Beep sound

You can eliminate the confirmation sound that beeps
when you press a button.

! Auto play

You can make the unit not play automatically when you
insert a playback-only MiniDisc or an accidental erasure
protected MiniDisc.

! Auto power save

When the unit is used in a place exposed to much vibra­tion, sound skipping can be decreased by cancelling the
auto power save function. (Battery will drain faster.)

What is auto power save function?

During playback, maximum 40 seconds (in stereo) of
musical information is stored. Auto power save function
automatically adjusts the storage time between 5 and 40
seconds to reduce the power consumption. If this func­tion is cancelled, the storage time cannot be adjusted.

"

If this unit is used with the AC adaptor, the storage
time will be 40 seconds regardless of the settings.

"

The storage time varies depending on the recording
mode.

! Digital recording level

"D.L MODE 1"

The digital recording level you set will be kept even after
cancelling recording.

"D.L MODE 2"

Every time you cancel recording, the level will return to
[D.L 0dB].

Whilst in the stop mode ...

1

With a MiniDisc inserted, press the MENU/
ENTER button for 2 seconds or more. "SET

UP" will appear.

When you release the button, "BEEP" will flash.

2

Press the or button to select the menu.

3

Press the MENU/ENTER button to display
the setting item.

4

Press the or button to select the set­ting items.

5

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

MENU SETTING ITEM

BEEP (Confirmation
sound)

BEEP ON* Beep
BEEP OFF Silent

AUTO PLAY (Auto
play)

A-PLAY ON* Set.
A-PLAY OFF Cancelled.

POWER SAVE (Auto
power save)

AUTO Psave* Set.
Psave OFF Cancelled.

D-LEVEL (Digital re­cording level)

D.L MODE 1* Setting re-

tained.

D.L MODE 2 Cancelled.

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Useful Features

-Checking Displays-

Checking Displays

! To check the elapsed time and remain-

ing time of the track

Notes:

"

If the disc name or the track name was not originally
recorded on the MiniDisc, "NO NAME" will be dis­played.

"

Elapsed playback time and remaining playback time
may be different from the actual time.

"

The selected display will not change even after the
disc is replaced.

! To check the remaining recording time

and the total playing time

1

During playback, press the MENU/ENTER
button.

2

Press the or button repeatedly to se­lect "DISPLAY".

3

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

4

Press the or button.

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

Track name
Elapsed playback time
Remaining playback time

A

B

C

1

Whilst in the stop mode, press the MENU/
ENTER button.

2

Press the or button repeatedly to se­lect "DISPLAY".

3

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

4

Press the or button.

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

Disc name
Remaining recording time
Total playing time

Notes:

"

Remaining recording time varies depending on the set
recording mode.

"

Remaining recording time will not be displayed with a
playback only MiniDisc.

C

B

A

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Useful Features

-Checking Displays-

! To display the playing time of an indi-

vidual track

! Checking the remaining amount of bat-

tery level

The remaining amount of battery level is shown by the
battery indicator ( ) during operation.

"

When the battery level is very low , the battery indicator
will flash. Replace the alkaline battery with a new one.

"

When the battery has run out completely, "BATT
EMPTY" will appear. Then, the power will be discon­nected automatically.

Notes:

"

The battery indicator will not correctly display the
remaining capacity for approximately 10 seconds after
the power has been turned on.

"

When the AC adaptor is used, the battery indicator will
not be shown.

"

The number of bars shown in the battery indicator may
increase or decrease, depending on the operation
being performed. This is normal.

1

Whilst in the stop mode, press the or
button to display the track number a nd track

name.

Track number
Track name

2

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

3

Press the or button repeatedly to se­lect "DISPLAY".

4

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

5

Press the or button to select the play­ing time.

Playing time

6

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

How to read the battery indicator

When the battery
level is high

When the battery
level is very low

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Advanced Features

-Titling a MiniDisc-

Titling a MiniDisc

! Creating disc and track names

Load a MiniDisc to be named. A playback only or record­ing prevented MiniDisc cannot be edited.

Note:

Complete the operation within 7 seconds whilst selecting
the menus.

1

<Disc name> <Track name>

Whilst in the stop
mode, press the MENU/
ENTER button.

Whilst in the pause
mode, press the MENU/
ENTER button.

2

Press the or button repeatedly to se­lect "EDIT".

3

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

4

<Disc name> <Track name>

Press the or but­ton repeatedly to select
"DISC NAME".

Press the or but­ton repeatedly to select
"TRACK NAME".

5

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

"

The unit will enter the character input mode.

"

To cancel the operation, press the :OFF/HOLD
button.

Cursor

6

Press the button repeatedly to select the
type of characters.

The first 3 characters in the group of the selected
characters will be displayed for about 1 second.

7

Press the or button repeatedly to se­lect the letter.

8

Press the MENU/ENTER button to enter it.

Position where the next letter will be entered

(Capital letters) (Lower-case letters) (Numbers and symbols)

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-Titling a MiniDisc-

! Characters (symbols)

! To erase a character

Press the VOL + or VOL - button to move the cursor to
the character you want to erase, and then press the
BASS/SYNC button.
You can also erase a character by selecting "DL" and
pressing the MENU/ENTER button.

! To enter a space

Press the VOL + button to move the cursor to the right.

Notes:

"

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 about 1,700 char­acters can be entered).

"

If you enter "LP:" at the beginning of a name, "LP:"
may not be displayed.

9

To enter more letters, repeat steps 6 - 8.

10

When the name is completely entered,

press and hold down the MENU/ENTER but­ton for 2 seconds or more.

"

"TOC" will be displayed. To write the updated con­tents to the MiniDisc, press the :OFF/HOLD but­ton.

"

You cannot remove the MiniDisc whilst "TOC" is
displayed. "TOC" will not disappear until the re­corded contents have been updated.

A C D E F G H

B

1 3 4 5 6 7 8

2

a c d e f g h

b

I J K L M

S U V W X Y ZT

RNQP

.,

/

/.,

! " #

:

(

+

$

*

9 0

&

'

<; =

O

i j k l m

s u v w x y zt

rn o qp

.,

/

%

_

`

@>?

)

D
L

D
L

D
L

D
L

Capital letters

Lower-case letters

Numbers and symbols

(Delete) : erases a character.
(Space) : indicates a space.

Space

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-Titling a MiniDisc-

Titling a MiniDisc (continued)

! To add characters ! Stamping titles from another MiniDisc

Before stamping

When there are 2 MiniDiscs on which the same tracks
are recorded, you can transfer the character information
(disc and track names) of the master MiniDisc to another
MiniDisc (for stamping).

1

Put the unit in the character input mode.

(Perform steps 1 - 5 on page 30.)

2

Press the VOL + or VOL - button to move the
cursor to the character before which you

want to add a new character.

3

Select the character to add.

(Perform steps 6 - 8 on page 30.)

4

Press and hold down the MENU/ENTER but­ton for 2 seconds or more.

"

"TOC" will be displayed. To write the updated con­tents to the MiniDisc, press the :OFF/HOLD but­ton.

"

You cannot remove the MiniDisc whilst "TOC" is
displayed. "TOC" will not disappear until the re­corded contents have been updated.

1. What is a master MiniDisc?

A recordable MiniDisc that contains tracks and charac­ter information. (You cannot transfer the information
from a playback-only MiniDisc.)

2. What is a MiniDisc for stamping?

A MiniDisc that contains the same tracks in the same or­der as the master MiniDisc. (Make sure that the total
number of tracks of the master MiniDisc and the one for
stamping are the same.)

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Advanced Features

-Titling a MiniDisc-

Master MiniDisc operation Operation of the MiniDisc for stamping

Note:

If the total number of tracks on the master MiniDisc does
not match that on the MiniDisc for stamping, the unit will
display "Can'tSTAMP" and turn off.

If this happens, adjust the total number of tracks on the
newly recorded MiniDisc using the edit operation.

1

Insert a master MiniDisc.

Do not mistake the master MiniDisc for the target one.

2

Whilst in the stop mode, press the MENU/
ENTER button.

3

Press the or button repeatedly to se­lect "EDIT".

4

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

5

Press the or but­ton repeatedly to se-

lect "NAME STAMP".

6

Press the MENU/EN­TER button.

To cancel the operation, press the :OFF/HOLD but­ton.

7

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

8

When the unit displays "CHANGE MD", re­move the master MiniDisc.

Remove it without turning off the power. Or, the oper­ation will be cancelled.

9

Load a MiniDisc for stamping.

10

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

The unit will finish recording the character information
and enter the stop mode.

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-Editing a Recorded MiniDisc-

Editing a Recorded MiniDisc

! To erase one track at a time

Note:

Complete the operation within 7 seconds whilst selecting
the menus.

! To erase all of the tracks at once

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

1

Start playing the track to be erased, and
press the button.

2

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

3

Press the or button repeatedly to se­lect "EDIT".

4

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

5

Press the or button repeatedly to se­lect "ERASE".

6

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

To cancel the operation, press the :OFF/HOLD but­ton.

7

Press the MENU/ENTER button again.

The track will be erased.

8

To erase other tracks, repeat steps 1 - 7.

1

Whilst in the stop mode, press the MENU/
ENTER button.

2

Press the or button repeatedly to se­lect "EDIT".

3

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

4

Press the or button repeatedly to se­lect "ALL ERASE".

5

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

To cancel the operation, press the :OFF/HOLD but­ton.

6

Press the MENU/ENTER button again.

All of the tracks will be erased.

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-Editing a Recorded MiniDisc-

! To divide a track ! T o combine tracks

1

Start playing the track to b e divided into two.
Press the button at the point where you

want to divide the track.

2

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

3

Press the or button repeatedly to se­lect "EDIT".

4

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

5

Press the or button repeatedly to se­lect "DIVIDE".

6

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

To cancel the operation, press the :OFF/HOLD but­ton.

7

Press the MENU/ENTER button again.

The track will be divided into two tracks, and the unit
will be paused at the beginning of the second of the
two new tracks.

1

Start playing the latter of the two tracks to be
combined, and press the button.

2

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

3

Press the or button repeatedly to se­lect "EDIT".

4

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

5

Press the or button repeatedly to se­lect "COMBINE".

6

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

To cancel the operation, press the :OFF/HOLD but­ton.

7

Press the MENU/ENTER button again.

The two tracks will be combined, and the unit will be
paused at the beginning of the combined track.

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-Editing a Recorded MiniDisc-

Editing a Recorded MiniDisc (continued)

! T o move a track

When a track has a name before dividing:

The two new tracks will have the same name. However, in
the "TOC FULL" condition, the second track may not be
named.

Total number of tracks that can be divided:

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

To combine two non-adjacent tracks:

First, put the two tracks next to each other in the order
you want using the MOVE function. Then combine them
using the COMBINE function.

When one or both tracks to be combined have a
name:

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

In the following cases, tracks may not be combined.

1

Play the track to be moved, and press the
button.

2

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

3

Press the or button repeatedly to se­lect "EDIT".

4

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

5

Press the or button repeatedly to se­lect "MOVE".

6

Press the MENU/ENTER button.

To cancel the operation, press the :OFF/HOLD but­ton.

7

Press the or button to select the direc­tion.

8

Press the MENU/ENTER button again.

The track will be moved, and the unit will be paused at
the beginning of the track.

"

Tracks recorded by different input modes/sources can­not be combined.

Examples:

"

Digital recorded track and analogue recorded track.

"

Different recording modes (stereo recording, 2 times
long recording, 4 times long recording, monaural re­cording).

"

Tracks whose recording time is less than 12 seconds.

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Advanced Features

-Listening through Another System/Resuming auto play-

Listening through
Another System

When connecting with other equipment, turn off the
power or turn down the volume to "0".

Notes:

"

It is recommended that the volume level of the
MiniDisc unit be set to maximum when listening
through a stereo system.

"

When recording with a stereo system, eliminate the
confirmation sound (page 27). Otherwise, it will also
be recorded.

"

Recording will be made in the analogue mode.

"

Character information will not be recorded.

Resuming auto play

When you stop and then restart playback without remov­ing the disc, playback will resume from the point at which
the disc was stopped.

Once you remove the MiniDisc, playback starts from the
first track.

If you unplug and plug in the AC adaptor without a bat­tery in the unit, playback starts from the beginning of the
stopped track.

To the PHONES
socket

4-pole
plug

Supplied
connection cable

Supplied output
conversion cable
(4-pole to 3-pole
plug conversion)

First track

Stopped track

Stopping

Playing

First track

Stopped track

Stopping

Playing

First track

Stopped track

Stopping

Playing

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Net MD

-About Net MD-

About Net MD

! What is a Net MD portable recorder?

The USB is adopted to ensure high compatibility of PCs
and MDs.
Audio data saved on the hard disk of a PC can be trans­ferred to a Net MD-compatible recorder using the pro­vided software "BeatJam".
Not only the basic operations but also the title editing of
audio data on an MD can be performed via the PC.

Digital audio data can be imported into the hard disk of a
PC in the following methods:

"

Converting the music downloaded via the music distri­bution service on the Internet into ATRAC3 of the
OpenMG system.

"

Recording an audio CD via the CD-ROM drive of a PC
on the hard disk. (Compressing data with the ATRAC3
sound compressing system)

"

Converting the existing MP3, WAV audio files into
ATRAC3 of the OpenMG system.

The saved audio data can be played on the existing MD
player, as its recording method is not changed when
being recorded on an MD. (To play audio data saved in
the MDLP mode, the MDLP-support MD player is
required.)

All the audio data managed by "BeatJam" is encrypted by
the OpenMG system and recorded on the hard disk of
the PC, which prevents its unauthorised use or distribu­tion.

PC hard disk
(BeatJam)

EMD service
(Electronic Music
Distribution)

USB connection

MD portable recorder
compatible with Net MD

Audio CD

MP3, WA V type
audio files

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Net MD

-About Net MD-

! Transferring audio data from a PC to

MD portable recorder IM-DR400E
(check-in/check-out)

By using the provided software "BeatJam", you can
transfer audio data from the hard disk of the PC to IM­DR400E, the Net MD-support MD portable recorder.

"Check-out" is to transfer audio data from a PC to a Net
MD-support MD portable recorder, and "check-in" is to
return it from the recorder to the same PC.

! Restrictions on check-in and check-out

"

One piece of audio data can be checked out up to 3
times (except for some pieces).

"

You can check in the checked-out audio data to the
same PC only. You cannot check it in to other PCs.

! Restrictions on audio data

Along with the popularization of the music distribution
service via the Internet, high-quality digital music can be
obtained easily, whereas some pieces are distributed
with restrictions on the number of check-out or the
recording/playback method to prevent infringement of
copyrights caused by unauthorised distributions. This
unit mounts the copyright protection technology to realise
playback or recording in compliance with the will of the
copyright owners. For details in possibilities and the fre­quency of audio data check-out to a Net MD-support
device, contact respective music distribution service
companies.

Check-in

Check-out

PC

Net MD-support
MD portable
recorder

You cannot check out a track more than 3 times. How­ever, if the track is returned to the PC once by using
the check-in function, you can check out the same
track again.

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-System Requirements-

System Requirements

Hard disk space

120 MB or more

"

Additional space is required to store music data.

"

The required space depends on the format or
reserved space.

Notes:

"

USB ports are required to connect with external devices
or media. The operation via USB hub is not guaranteed.

"

Depending on the driver or CD-ROM drive, audio CDs
may not be recorded.

"

Operations are not guaranteed when using BeatJam

See the table below for the system requirements, especially free space and memory.

OS Windows XP Home Edition*1/

Professional*1

Windows Mil­lennium Edition

Windows 98
Second Edition

Windows 2000 Professional*1

CPU Pentium 300 MHz or higher

(MMX Pentium 233 MHz
minimum)

MMX Pentium 233 MHz or
higher (MMX Pentium 200
MHz minimum)

MMX Pentium 233 MHz or
higher (MMX Pentium 200
MHz minimum)

Memory

128 MB or more (64 MB minimum)

64 MB or more 64 MB or more

Others

"

Display...1024 x 768 resolution, High Color or upper

"

Sound source...Sound card

*1 To use this software, login as system administrator

(computer administrator).

on dual-boot computers.
with other music software simultaneously.
with different version simultaneously.

"

You cannot use BeatJam with programs that create
virtual CD-ROM drives.

"

You cannot use BeatJam when more than one Open­MG compatible audio device is connected.

"

"BeatJam" is a copy protected material of Justsystem
Corporation. Copyrights and other rights related to
"BeatJam" belong to Justsystem Corporation.

"

"BeatJam" is a registered trademark of Justsystem
Corporation.

"

"ATRAC3" and its logo, "OpenMG" and ,
"Net MD" and , OpenMG Jukebox and Sonic­Stage are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

"

Pentium and MMX are registered trademarks of Intel
Corporation in the United States.

"

Microsoft, Windows, and DirectX are trademarks or
registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and/or other countries.

"

Screen shots are used according to the guide lines of
Microsoft Corporation.

"

"ATRAC3" and its logo indicate audio compression
technology of Sony Corporation. The compatibility is
not guaranteed.

"

Other company names and product names are trade­marks or registered trademarks of their respective
owners or Justsystem Corporation.

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Net MD

-Software Installation-

Software Installation

! Installation of BeatJam

Plugin and USB driver required for transferring music
files are also installed along with BeatJam.
(Example: Windows XP English version)

Installation does not start even if CD-ROM is inserted

If the setup application does not appear, perform the fol­lowing.

Caution:
Windows XP/2000

User with Administrator* rights needs to log on. Confirm
with the network or computer Administrator if you are in a
workgroup.

For Windows XP and Me user

When you use the "System Restore" system tool in Win­dows XP or Windows Me, all the music files that you
recorded or imported may become unplayable.
Please back up all your music files using the Backup Tool
before executing "System Restore".

If a previous version of OpenMG Jukebox* or Sonic­Stage* is currently installed on your computer

OpenMG Jukebox or SonicStage should be upgraded.
The screen appears to prompt you to upgrade the soft­ware. Click "Continue" to proceed.

Hard disk contains old BeatJam database

You can select to reuse or delete the database during
setup.

1

Insert BeatJam CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.

Setup application appears.

2

Click "BeatJam Setup".

Setup starts.
Follow the instructions on the screen.

1.

Click Windows "Start" button and sel ect "My Computer".
Double click "My Computer" on the desktop if you use
Windows Me, 98SE or 2000.

2. Right click on "OMGBJ" indicating CD-ROM drive and
select "Open" from the menu.

3. Double click AUTOPLAY.EXE from the list.

* User name in Administrator or Administrators group

under Windows 2000.

* OpenMG Jukebox and SonicStage are softwares of

Sony Corporation.

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-Connecting to a PC-

Connecting to a PC

Connect your PC and the MD portable recorder with the supplied USB connection cable.

To the USB port

PC

MD portable recorder

To the DC IN 3V socket

1

2

To the USB socket

AC 110 - 240V,
50/60 Hz

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-Connecting to a PC-

Caution:

"

The operation is not guaranteed if 2 or more USB
devices are connected to your PC.

"

Insert the USB connection cable directly into the USB
port on the PC. We do not guarantee the operation
with it connected via a USB hub, etc.

"

When connecting the MD portable recorder, discon­nect all the other USB devices from the PC. The
sound may skip if they are connected.

"

It is recommended that the MD portable reco rder
be used with an AC adaptor.

"

If the power supply to the PC or the MD portable
recorder stops during the operation of this system,
TOC information may not be written on the MD. If it
occurs, restart the operation from the beginning.

"

We do not guarantee the operation with the self built
computers or modified motherboards.

"

If cables such as an extension cable or two-way cable
is connected instead of a connection cable, the line
quality will be degraded and the software may not
operate properly.

"

When connecting the unit to your PC, use a battery as
well as an AC adaptor. It not only prevents data loss
from disconnection, but also speeds up data writing to
MD.

! Checking the USB driver

Whilst the MD portable recorder is connected to the com­puter, after clicking "Control Panel" "System", select
the "Hardware" tab and click "Device Manager" to check
the following device name.

"

Universal Serial Bus controllers

Windows 2000:

Open "System" in "Control Panel", select the "Hardware"
tab and click "Device Manager".

Windows 98 Second Edition:

Open "System" in "Control Panel", and click the "Device
Manager".

Net MD

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Net MD

-Transferring Data-

Transferring Data

! Checking out

Check-out is to transfer tracks to OpenMG compatible
players. You can check out recorded tracks with BeatJam
up to 3 times.

Follow the instructions below to take out the MD after
check-out:

! Checking in

Check-in means to return the tracks from external
devices to the PC. You can check-in tracks only to the
source PC.

Caution:

"

If the USB connection or the power supply to the com­puter or the MD portable recorder is cut off during
check-in or check-out operation, audio data may be
lost.

"

If a checked-out track is deleted in another computer,
it cannot be checked in any more.

TOC writing on an MD:

"

TOC writing will start when check-in or check-out is
complete. Whilst writing, TOC indicator on the unit will
flash. (Refer to page 15.)

1

Connect this unit to the PC.

"PC" appears on the unit display and operations with
the unit are disabled.

However, "PC" is not displayed whilst in the record­ing, recording pause or menu operation mode.

2

Transfer music files to the unit (che ck-out).

For details, refer to the manual of BeatJam.

1. Remove the USB connector from the MD portable re­corder.

2. Turn off the MD recorder.

3. Remove the MD.

1

Connect this unit to the PC.

"PC" appears on the unit display and operations with
the unit are disabled.

However, "PC" is not displayed whilst in the record­ing, recording pause or menu operation mode.

2

Return a music file to your PC.

For details, refer to the manual of BeatJam.

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-MiniDisc System Limitations-

MiniDisc System Limitations

The unit may have the following symptoms whilst recording or editing. The unit is not out of order.

SYMPTOM LIMITATIONS

"DISC FULL" or "TOC FULL" appears
even though the MiniDisc still has re­cording time left.

More than 255 tracks (maximum) cannot be recorded regardless of
the recording time. If the MiniDisc is recorded or edited repeatedly or
if it has scratches (recording skips scratched parts), you may not be
able to record the maximum tracks above.

The remaining recording time does not
increase even though you erased
tracks.

The unit does not count non-recorded portions that last 12 or fewer
seconds to display the remaining recording time. The time may not
increase even if you erase short tracks.

The total of the recorded time and the
remaining time does not match the max­imum recordable time.

One cluster (approximately 2 seconds) is the minimum unit for re­cording. For example, a 3-second track uses 2 clusters (approximate­ly 4 seconds). Therefore, the actual recordable time may be shorter
than the displayed time.

Combine functi on does not work.

A MiniDisc on which recording and editing are repeated may not al­low the combine function.

Sound skips in fast reverse/forward.

If one track is divided and recorded in separate places on a repeat­edly recorded or edited MiniDisc, sound may skip.

A track number is created in the middle
of a track.

A track number may be created if there are scratches or dust on the
MiniDisc.

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-Error Messages-

Error Messages

A number or symbol appears in (*) position.

ERROR

MESSAGES

MEANING

BATT EMPTY

"

The battery has run down.

BLANK MD

"

Nothing is recorded.

(Replace the disc with a recorded disc.)

Can't COPY

"

You tried to record from a copy pro­hibited MiniDisc.

(Record using the analogue cable.)

"

You tried to record signals other than
music (such as data).

Can't EDIT

"

A track cannot be edited.

(Change the stop position of the track
and then edit it.)

Can't LOCK

"

You tried to remove the MD whilst re­cording or editing.

Can't PLAY

"

You tried to play back a track that
cannot be played with this equip­ment.

Can't READ
(*)

"

The disc data cannot be read be­cause the disc is damaged.

(Reload the Minidisc or replace it with
another one.)

Can't REC

"

Recording cannot be performed cor­rectly due to vibration or shock.

ERROR

MESSAGES

MEANING

Can'tSTAMP

"

Stamp function does not work.

(Check the number of tracks.)

Can'tWRITE

"

Cannot save the TOC information
correctly to a MiniDisc.

DEFECT!

"

The disc is scratched.

(If the recorded sound is not right, retry
recording or replace the disc with a re­cordable one.)

DISC FULL

"

The disc is out of recording space.

Er-MD (**)

"

The microprocessor has reported a
system fault and the unit is out of or­der.

(To have it repaired, go to the distributor
where you purchased the unit.)

HOLD

"

The unit is in the hold mode.

LOCKED

"

You removed a MiniDisc whilst re­cording or editing.

(Turn off the power before removing the
MiniDisc.)

NO DISC

"

A disc has not been loaded.

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-Error Messages-

A number or symbol appears in (*) position.

ERROR

MESSAGES

MEANING

NO SIGNAL

"

Poor connection of the digital cable.

"

No output signal comes out from the
connected unit.

(Use the AC power for the connected
unit.)

"

The input signal has improper sam­pling frequency.

PLAY MD

"

You tried to record on a playback­only disc.

POWER?

"

AC adaptor other than specified.

PROTECTED

"

The write protection tab of a MiniDisc
is set to the protected position.

SORRY

"

Since a track number is currently be­ing located or updated, the unit can­not accept your command.

(Wait a while and try the operation
again.)

ERROR

MESSAGES

MEANING

TEMP OVER

"

The temperature is too high.

(Turn off the power, and wait a while.)

TOC FORM
(**)

"

There is an error in the recording sig­nal.

(Erase all of the tracks, and then record
again.)

TOC FULL

"

There is no space left for recording
character information (track names,
disc names, etc.).

Tr. Protect

"

The track has been protected from
being erased.

(Edit the track with the device on which
it was recorded.)

? DISC

"

A disc which contains data other
than music was played.

(A disc which contains nonmusic data
cannot be played.)

"

There is an error in the signal record­ed on the disc.

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-Troubleshooting-

Troubleshooting

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

The unit does not turn on.

"

Is the AC adaptor disconnected?

"

Is the battery exhausted?

"

Is the unit in the hold mode?

"

Has condensation formed inside the unit?

"

Is the unit being influenced by mechanical shock or
by static electricity?

No sound is heard from the earphones.

"

Is the volume set too low?

"

Are the earphones plugged in?

"

Are you trying to play a MiniDisc with data on it in­stead of a MiniDisc containing music?

When the operation buttons are pressed, the unit
does not respond.

"

Is the unit in the hold mode?

"

Is the battery exhausted?

"

Is the earphones plug inserted firmly?

Some sounds are skipped.

"

Is the battery exhausted?

"

Is the unit being subjected to excessive vibration?

The MiniDisc cannot be ejected.

"

Has the track number or character information been
written on the disc yet?

"

Is the unit in the recording or editing mode?

Recording and editing are impossible.

"

Is the MiniDisc protected against accidental eras­ure?

"

Is the unit connected properly to the other equip­ment?

"

Is the AC adaptor unplugged or did a power failure
occur whilst recording or editing?

"

Is the unit in the hold mode?

"

Is an optical signal being output from the stereo sys­tem? Read the operation manual for the stereo sys­tem.

The operation is unstable whilst the PC and the unit
are connected.

"

Are you using the USB cable that was purchased
separately?

The display does not show anything or malfunc­tions.

"

Is the PC out of order?

"

Are you using another application with this pro­gramme simultaneously?

Editing is not possible.

"

Are the PC and the MD portable recorder connect­ed improperly?

"

Is the MD recorder in the hold mode?

"

Is a commercial playback-only MD inserted?

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-Troubleshooting/Maintenance-

! If trouble occurs

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.

Should a failure occur, the lid may not open by sliding the
OPEN lever.

If such a problem occurs, do the following:

! Moisture condensation

When the unit has condensation inside, the disc signals
cannot be read, and the unit may not function properly.

In the following cases, condensation may form inside the
unit.

"

Shortly after turning on a heater.

"

When the unit is placed in a room where there is
excessive steam or moisture.

"

When the unit is moved from a cool place to a warm
place.

To remove condensation:

Remove the MiniDisc and leave the unit for approxi­mately 1 hour. The condensation should evaporate and
the unit will work properly.

Maintenance

! Cleaning

When the unit becomes dirty

Clean it with a soft cloth. When the unit is excessively
dirty, use a soft cloth dampened in water (external sur­faces onl y).

Clean the plugs and the connecting sockets.

If the plugs or sockets are dirty, noise may be heard.
Cleaning will prevent noise.

Caution:

"

Do not use chemicals for cleaning (petrol, paint thin­ner, etc.). It may damage the cabinet finish.

"

Do not apply oil to the inside of the unit. It may cause
malfunctions.

1. Unplug the AC adaptor from the wall socket.

2. Remove the battery.

3. Leave the unit completely unpowered for approximately
30 seconds.

4. Plug the AC adaptor back into the wall socket.

5. After about 30 seconds, press the button as a test.

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-Specifications-

Specifications

As a part of our policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design and specification chang­es for product improvement without prior notice. The performance specification figures indicated are nominal values
of production units. There may be some deviations from these values in individual units.

Power source:

DC 3 V: AC adaptor (AC 110 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz)
DC 1.5 V: Commercially available, "AA" size (LR6), alkaline battery x 1

Power consumption:

60 mA (AC adaptor)

Output power:

RMS: 16 mW (8 mW + 8 mW)
(0.2 % T.H.D.)

Dimensions:

Width: 83 mm (3-9/32")
Height: 28 mm (1-1/8")
Depth: 76 mm (3")
Excluding the projection around the USB connection terminal

Weight:

117 g (0.26 lbs.) without battery

Input socket:

Line/optical digital

Output socket:

Earphones (impedance: 32 ohms)

Type:

Portable MiniDisc recorder

Signal readout:

Non-contact, 3-beam semiconductor laser pickup

Audio channels:

Stereo 2 channels/monaural 1 channel

Frequency response:

20 - 20,000 Hz ( 3 dB)

Rotation speed:

Approx. 400 - 1,800 rpm CLV (Playback), approx. 400 - 2,700 rpm CLV (Recording)

Error correction:

ACIRC (Advanced Cross Interleave Reed-Solomon Code)

Coding:

ATRAC/ATRAC3 (Adaptive TRansform Acoustic Coding), 24-bit computed type

Recording method:

Magnetic modulation overwrite method

Sampling frequency:

44.1 kHz (32 kHz and 48 kHz signals are converted to 44.1 kHz, and then recorded.)

Wow and flutter:

Unmeasurable (less than 0.001 % W. peak)

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-Specifications-

Battery life:

Input sensitivity: Output level:

Stereo 2 times long 4 times long

When using a commercially
available, high capacity, "AA"
size (LR6), alkaline battery

Continuous
recording:
Approx.
4 hours

Continuous
play: Ap­prox.
44 hours

Continuous
recording:
Approx.
7 hours

Continuous
play: Ap­prox.
62 hours

Continuous
recording:
Approx.
11 hours

Continuous
play: Ap­prox.
75 hours

"

The continuous recording time is for analogue inputs when the volume level is set to "VOL 0".

"

The continuous play time shows the value when the volume level is set to "VOL 15".

"

The above values are the standard values when the unit is used at an ambient temperature of 25°C (77°F).

"

The operating time when using an alkaline battery may be different, depending on the type and manufacturer of the
battery, and on the operating temperature.

Reference input
level

Input impedance

LINE 100 mV 20 k ohms

Specified
output

Maximum
output level

Load imped­ance

Ear­phones

-

8 mW + 8 mW

32 ohms

LINE 125 mV

(-12 dB) *1

- 10 k ohms

*1 When using the supplied output conversion cable.

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TERMS OF GUARANTEE

Subject to the terms listed below, Sharp Electronics (U.K.)
Ltd. (hereinafter called “the Company”) guarantee to pro­vide for the repair of, or at its option replace this Sharp
Equipment, or any component thereof, (other than bat­teries), which is faulty or below standard, as a result of
inferior workmanship or materials.

The conditions of this guarantee are:

1. The guarantee shall only apply to defects which occur

within one year from the date of purchase, provided
that this equipment is sent to the repair address within
this period.

2. This guarantee covers equipment intended for private

domestic use only. This guarantee does not apply to
equipment used in the course of a business, trade or
profession.

3. The guarantee does not cover MiniDiscs or batteries.

4.

This guarantee does not cover any faults or defects
caused by accident, misuse, fair wear and tear, neglect,
tampering with the equipment, or any attempt at ad­justment or repair other than by a Service Facility ap­pointed by Sharp.

5. In the unlikely event of a defect occuring, the product
must be returned to the Company’s repair centre with
proof of purchase. A postage paid label and a fault re­port form are supplied with the product for this purpose.

It is your responsibility to ensure that the packaging is

adequate, and to obtain proof of posting.

Further details of the repair service, which is available

after the guarantee period on a chargeable basis, and
additional report forms and labels can be obtained by
telephoning 0870 738 0000.

6.

No person has any authority to vary the terms or condi-

tions of this guarantee.

7. This guarantee is offered as an additional benefit to
the consumer’s statutory rights and does not affect
these rights in any way.

IM-DR400E (TINSE0562AWZZ)

SHARP ELECTRONICS (U.K.) LTD.

Sharp House, Thorp Road, Newton Heath, Manchester, M40 5BE

SHARP CORPORATION

9906

TINSE0562AWZZ

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