Sharp IM-DR420H User Manual

1-BIT PORTABLE MINIDISC RECORDER

MODEL

IM-DR420H

OPERATION MANUAL

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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).

IM-DR420H(E) (TINSE0554AWZZ)

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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Importa n t Introduction

Special Notes

NOTES FOR USERS IN THE U.K. AND

IRELAND

SERVICE INFORMATION

In the unlikely event of your equipment requir ing 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 accessor ies may be

-Special Notes-

obtained from our main parts distributor.

WILLOW VALE ELECTRONICS LTD.

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.

0121 766 5414

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! 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.

"

The AC adaptor supplied with the IM-DR420H 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.

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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 RPHOH0021AWZZ). 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.

"

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.

"

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

! A P o rtable MD player w it h " Mobile 1-bit

digital amplifier"

"

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.

"

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

! "4-pole plug earphone" optimizes

"Mobile 1-bit digital amplifier"

"

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

-Features-

4-pole plug for mobile
1-bit digital amplifier

L+ R+ L- R-

Importa n t Introduction

! 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

"

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

"

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

"

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.

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Contents

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! Important Introduction

Page

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

Names of Controls and Indic a tors . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 8

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

! Power Source

Using with the Rechargeable Battery . . . . . . . .10 - 11

Using with the AC Adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Using with the Alkaline Batt e ry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

! Preparation

Inserting a MiniDis c . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 - 15

Hold Funct ion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

Before Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

! Basic Operation

Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 - 19

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

! Useful Features

Advanced Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 - 23

Advanced Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 - 28

Recording from a Microphone. . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 - 32

Changing Default Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Checking Disp lay s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 4 - 3 5

! Advanced Features

Titling a MiniDisc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 - 39

Editing a Record e d Min iDis c. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 - 42

Listening through Another System . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Resuming au to play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

! Net MD

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About Net MD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 - 45

System Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Software Installa ti on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Connecting to a PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 - 49

Transferring Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

! References

MiniDisc S y s te m Limitatio ns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 - 53

Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 4 - 55

Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Specificat ions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 - 57

The operation manual of th is produc t 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".

-Contents-

Importa n t Introduction

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Accessories

4-pole

plug

-Accessories-

Importa n t Introduction

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Remote Control x 1 Earphones x 1 AC Adaptor

Battery Carrying Case x 1 Connection Cable

Carrying Bag x 1 CD-ROM x 1 USB Connection Cable x 1

Notes:

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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.

(for digital recording) x 1

(RADPA8066AWZZ) x 1

Connection Cable

(for analogue recording) x 1

Rechargeable Nickel­Metal Hydride Battery

(AD-N70BT) x 1

Output Conversion Cable

(4-pole to 3-pole plug

conversion) x 1

4-pole

plug

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Names of Controls and Indicators

! Main unit

1.Open Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

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

3.Menu/Enter B utton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19, 21, 36

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

Name Select Button . . . . . . . . . . 16, 18, 20, 22, 36

5.Volume/Cursor Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 , 37

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6.Remote Co ntrol/Earphone s /

Line Output Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20, 43

7.USB Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

8.Microphone Input Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 9

9.Optical/ Line Input So cket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 4

10. Record/Track Mark Button . . . . . . . . . . . 18, 26, 27

11.Bass/ Delete/Syn chro/

Charge Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10, 21, 26, 37

12.3 V DC Input Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Note:

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

Reference page

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Names of Controls and Indicators (continu ed)

Importa n t Introduction

-Names of Controls and Indicators-

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! Display panel

Reference page

1.Level Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18, 30

2.Random Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

3.Repeat Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

4.Long-Play/ Recording Mode Indicator . . . . . . . . 24

5.Monaural Mode Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

6.Battery Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

7.Play Indicat or . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

8.Pause Indic a to r . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

9.Disc Name Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

10.R ecord Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18, 30

11.Synchro Recording Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

12.Character/Time Information Indicator . . . . 18, 34

13.TOC Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

14.Track Number Indicat or . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

! Remote control unit

Reference page

1.Earphones Sock e t . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

2.Bass/Delete/Track Mark Button . . . . . . . 21, 27, 37

3. Volume/Cursor Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21, 37

4.Hold Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

5. Play/Pause Bu t t o n . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19, 20

6.Fast Forward/Fast Reverse/
Recording L evel/Menu Selec t/

Name Select Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18, 22, 36

7. Stop/Power Off B utton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 , 20

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Precautions

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! Important

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

"

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.

"

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

"

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

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

"

Do not disassemble or modify the unit.

"

Do not drop or subject the unit to shock.

"

Do not use the unit near open flames.

"

Do not spill liquid on the unit.

"

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

"

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

! Storing the unit

Avoid using or leaving the unit in the following
places.

"

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

"

Places exposed to excessive dust.

"

Places exposed to water.

"

Places where temperatures are excessively high or
low.

"

Places (bathrooms) where the humidity is extremely
high.

"

Places with strong magnetic fields such as TVs or
loudspeakers.

"

Places exposed to vibration.

"

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

"

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

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 Rec hargeable Battery

! Charging the rechargeable battery

When the rechargeable battery is used for the first time
or when you want to use it after a long period of disuse,
be sure to charge it fully.

1

Insert the rechargeable battery according

AC 110 - 240V,
50/60 Hz

1

To the DC IN 3V socket

2

to the direction indicated in the battery
compartment.

A rechargeable battery other than the one supplied
or the optional one AD-N70BT cannot be charged.

2

Plug the AC adaptor into the wall socket,
and then in sert the plug on the other end

into the DC IN 3V socket.

3

Press the CHARGE button.

The battery indicator will scroll, and battery will begin
charging.

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-Using with the Rechargeable Battery-

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After the rechargeable battery is charged or used, it
will get slightly warm. This is normal.

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When the portable MD is turned on or operating, the
battery will not be charged.

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For information about the battery life, see the battery
item in the "Specifications" on page 57.

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! About charging time

After about 3.4 hours have passed, " " will
go out. The battery is charged up to 90% if it is
completely discharged.

To charge the batter y fully, continue charging for about 2
more hours. In this case, you do not need to press the
CHARGE button. Even if the CHARGE button is pressed,
" " will not appear.

Notes:

"

Charge the battery within the range of 5°C - 35°C
(41°F - 95°F).

"

The unit can be left in the charging state after it is
completed.

"

Carry the battery in the supplied case.

Caution:

"

Use the specified battery AD-N70BT only. Do not
charge a battery (nickel-cadmium, alkaline, etc.) other
than that specified.

"

Do not remove the outer cover of the re­chargeable battery. It may cause heat gen­eration, fire, or explosion.

"

Do not dip the battery in water, do not dis­pose of it in a fire, and do not take it apart.

"

If the rechargeable battery terminal is dirty, charging
may not start. In such a case, wipe off the dirt with a dry
cloth.

"

Do not disassemble the battery.

! Rechargeable battery

"

A rechargeable nickel-metal hydride battery is the only
kind that can be used. Even if the battery is not used,
you should charge it at least once every three months
because of the special quality of this battery.

"

The rechargeable battery can be charged approxi­mately 300 times.

"

When the operating time is reduced to about half the
normal amount of time, even after a full charge is per­formed, replace the battery with a new one (AD­N70BT).

"

When the battery is charged for the first time or is
charged after not being used for a long period, the
operating time may be shorter than normal. The bat­tery life will recover with normal use i.e. charging and
discharging.

"

To avoid shortening the service life of the battery only
recharge the battery after it has been completely dis­charged.

"

If the rechargeable battery is used in a cold environ­ment, the operating time will be reduced.

"

Do not carry the battery in your pocket or a bag
together with metal objects (keys, coins, jewelry, etc.).
The battery may short out and generate significant
amounts of heat.

"

Do not short-circuit the terminals as they will become
very hot and will damage the battery.

"

Do not drop or subject the battery to shock.

"

Do not insert objects (metal etc.) into the batter y com ­partment of this product.

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Using with the AC Adaptor

Using with the Alkaline Battery

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

To the wall socket

AC 110 - 240V,
50/60 Hz

To the DC IN 3V socket

Caution:

"

Insert the plugs firmly.

"

When the unit is not in use for extended periods,

Power Source

remove the AC adaptor from the wall socket.

Notes:

"

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

-Using with the AC Adaptor/Alkaline Battery-

"

This unit can be used with the AC adaptor when the
rechargeable or an alkaline battery is in the unit.

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

1

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.

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

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 pot ential damage due
to battery leakage.

"

Installing the battery incorrectly may cause the unit to
malfunction.

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Inserting a MiniDisc

Recording
prevented

Recordable

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1

Slide the OPEN lever to release the com­partment door.

2

Lift up the compartment door.

3

Insert a MiniDisc.

Insert according to the direction arrow.

4

Close the compartment door.

Notes:

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"

12

"

"

34

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 17.
When you record on a MiniDisc, check that the erase
prevention tab is set to the "Recordable" position.

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Preparation

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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.

■ 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

To the wall socket

-Connections-

AC 110 - 240V,
50/60 Hz

To the DC IN
3V socket

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To the OPTICAL/
LINE IN socket

Supplied

RIGHT

LEFT

connection
cable

RIGHT

LEFT

Red : to right
White : to left

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■ 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.

To the wall socket

AC 110 - 240V,
50/60 Hz

To the DC IN
3V socket

Note:

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

To the OPTICAL/
LINE IN socket

Optional
connection cable (AD-M2DC)

Supplied
connection
cable

DIGITAL OUT

DIGITAL OUT

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Preparation

Hold Function

The operation can be kept even if other buttons are accidentally pressed in a place such as a crowded train. (T he main
unit and remote control operate independently.)

Move the HOLD switch to the safety position
(direction indicated by the arrow).

Orange mark

Hold Release

Hold down the HOLD button for 2 seconds or more.

-Hold Function-

If the battery is inser ted 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 Release

To cancel the hold mode

Move the HOLD switch away from the safety position (the
opposite direction of the arrow).

If the hold function is active whilst the power is turned
off, the power cannot be turned on by mistake and the
battery will not be drained.

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Before Recording

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! 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.

TOC display

Warning:

If the power is removed (Battery/AC adaptor) whilst
"TOC" is displayed, t he 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.

- 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.
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.

Recordable

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

Recording
prevented

! 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 at tached properly, the
MiniDisc may jam inside the unit and you may not be able
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.

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Preparation

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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 16.

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 (co nne c ting with digital cabl e)

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

+ 10 dB to - 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 33.)

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

4

Press the PAUSE button on the st er eo sy s­tem to enter the playback pause mode.

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

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