Sharp MD-MT180H User Manual
GRABADOR/REPRODUCTOR MINIDISC PORTÁTIL
BÄRBAR MINISKIVINSPELARE
GRAVADOR PORTÁTIL DE MINIDISCO
PORTABLE MINIDISC RECORDER
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MODELO
MODEL
MD-MT180H
MANUAL DE MANEJO
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MANUAL DE OPERAÇÃO
OPERATION MANUAL
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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this SHARP product. For the best performance, read this manual carefully. It will guide you
in operating your SHARP product.
Contents
Important Introduction
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Important Introduction
Special Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Names of Controls and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Power Source
Using with the Rechargeable Battery. . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Using with the AC Adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Using with the Alkaline Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
-Introduction/Contents-
Preparation
Inserting a MiniDisc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Basic Operation
Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-13
Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-15
Hold Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
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Useful Features
Advanced Playback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-17
Advanced Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-23
Checking Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-25
Changing Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Advanced Features
Titling a MiniDisc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27-30
Editing a Recorded MiniDisc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31-33
Listening through Another System. . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
References
Other Features and Caution. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
MiniDisc System Limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37-38
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39-40
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41-42
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Special Notes
US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laboratories.
The AC adaptor supplied with the MD-MT180H must not
be used with other equipment.
When recording important selections, make a preliminary
test to ensure that the desired material is properly
recorded.
Accessories
SHARP is not liable for damage or loss of your recording
arising from malfunction of this unit.
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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Earphones x 1 AC Adaptor
Notes:
Parts and equipment mentioned in this operation manual other than those detailed above are not included.
The AC adaptor may be different from the one in the drawing.
(RADPA7057AWZZ) x
1
Connection Cable (for
analogue recording) x
1
Rechargeable NickelMetal Hydride battery
(AD-N55BT) x 1
Optional Accessories
Battery case (AD-M18BC)
Car adaptor (AD-CA20X)
Cassette adaptor (AD-CT14)
Connection cable (for digital recording) (AD-M1DC)
Connection cable (for digital recording) (AD-M2DC)
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Battery Carrying
Case x 1
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-Special Notes/Accessories/Optional Accessories-
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Names of Controls and Indicators
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2
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-Names of Controls and Indicators-
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Main unit
1. Record/Track Mark Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 22
2. Menu/Charge Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6, 12, 20, 26
3. Bass/Delete Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15, 28
4. Enter/Fast Play/Synchro Button . . . . . . 12, 17, 20
5. Volume/Cursor/Fast Forward/Fast Reverse/Record-
ing Level/Name Select Button . . . . . . .11, 14, 16, 27
6. Open Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
7. Stop/Power Off/Hold Button . . . . . . . . . 12, 14, 15
8. Rechargeable Battery Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
9. Play/Pause Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 14
10. Battery Case Connection Terminals . . . . . . . . . . 8
11. 5 V DC Input Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
12. Optical/Line Input Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
13. Earphones/Line Output Socket . . . . . . . . . . 14, 34
Reference page
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Display panel
1. Level Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2. Stereo Recording Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
3. Long-play/Recording Mode Indicator . . . . . . . . 18
4. Repeat Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
5. Monaural Mode Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
6. Record Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
7. Disc Mode Indicator
8. Synchro Recording Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
9. Total Track Number Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
10. Disc Name Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
11. TOC Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
12. Battery Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
13. Random Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
14. Track Number Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
15. Character/Time Information Indicator
Reference page
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Important Introduction
Precautions
Important
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.
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
-Precautions-
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 5V
DC supplied with this unit, as it may damage it.
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.
Places exposed to direct sunlight for many hours (espe-
cially 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 loud-
speakers.
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 and/or
picture interference may result. If you experience these
problems, move the unit away from such devices.
It is not recommendable to put the
MiniDisc into a rear pocket, as this
may damage the product when sitting.
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Using with the Rechargeable Battery
Charging the rechargeable battery
Do not force the
battery cover
open too far.
AC 230V,
50/60Hz
To the DC IN
5V socket
Insert from
the – side.
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.
A rechargeable battery other than the AD-N55BT
cannot be charged.
2
Plug the AC adaptor into the wall socket, and
then insert the plug on the other end into the DC
IN 5V socket.
3
Press the MENU/CHRG button.
The battery indicator will scroll, and battery will be-
gin charging.
After the rechargeable battery is charged or used, it
will get slightly warm. This is normal.
When the portable MD is turned on or operating, the
battery will not be charged.
For information about the battery life, see the battery
item in the "Specifications" on page 42.
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Power Source
Scrolling
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Power Source
About charging time
After about 3.5 hours have passed, " " will
go out. The battery is charged up to 90% if it is
completely discharged.
To charge the battery fully, continue charging for about 2
more hours. In this case, you do not need to press the
MENU/CHRG button. Even if the MENU/CHRG 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. (Insert the side first.)
Caution:
Use the specified battery AD-N55BT 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
-Using with the AC Adaptor-
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.
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 5V socket.
AC 230V, 50/60Hz
To the DC IN 5V 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.
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Using with the Alkaline Battery
If you use the separately available battery case (ADM18BC) and the supplied rechargeable battery at the
same time, the MD can play much longer than with only
one source of battery power.
Use one commercially available alkaline battery (LR6,
"AA" size).
Open
2
Press
1
Back of the
portable MD
When using the alkaline battery, be sure to insert the
rechargeable battery also.
1
2
3
Caution:
Open the case cover.
Insert an alkaline battery into the battery case.
Attach the battery case to the portable MD.
Whilst you are using the rechargeable battery and the
alkaline battery at the same time, do not remove either
of them. If you do, when the unit is in the play mode,
playback will stop. When in the recording mode, the
recorded contents will be erased, and the power may
be disconnected.
Do not replace the battery or the rechargeable battery
during operation.
Do not use rechargeable battery (nickel-cadmium
battery etc.) in the battery case.
If the unit is not used for a long period of time, remove
the battery. (Even if the power is turned off, the battery
will be drained slowly but continuously.)
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Power Source
-Using with the Alkaline Battery-
RELEASE LOCK
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Preparation
-Inserting a MiniDisc-
Inserting a MiniDisc
When you record on a MiniDisc,
Recordable
Recording
prevented
check that the erase prevention
tab is set to the "Recordable"
position.
1
Slide the OPEN lever to release the compartment door.
2
Lift it up.
3
Insert a MiniDisc as shown.
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 13.
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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
If the audio system has only one pair of sockets, they are usually
for input only and recording via this connection is not possible.
To the wall socket
AC
230V,
50/60Hz
To the LINE IN/
OPTICAL socket
To the DC IN
5V socket
Supplied
connection
cable
■ To connect to a stereo system with a "DIGITAL OUT" or
"OPTICAL OUT" socket (Digital connection)
Compared to analogue connection recording,
it allows high-quality recording.
Some audio systems do not have a DIGITAL OUT socket.
Check before connecting.
(Analogue connection)
R
IG
H
T
L
E
F
T
R
IG
H
T
L
E
F
T
Red : To Right
White : To Left
Separately available
connection cable
(AD-M1DC)
DIGITAL OUT
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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 15.
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
Adjust the recording level so that the maximum sound
volume from the source makes the reading swing
somewhere between -4 dB and 0 dB.
Level meter indicator
Digital recording
You can adjust the level in 1 dB increments between
+12 dB and -12 dB.
+12 dB to -12 dB
Once you adjust the digital recording level, the setting
is retained even after the recording stops. (For cancellation instructions, see page 26.)
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.
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Press the MENU/CHRG button repeatedly to select
5
"REC MODE".
Press the ENTER/SYNC button.
6
Press the MENU/CHRG button repeatedly to select
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the recording mode (page 18).
(Stereo recording)
(2 times long recording)
(4 times long recording)
(Monaural recording)
Press the ENTER/SYNC button.
8
The mode will be set automatically after 7 seconds
even if the ENTER/SYNC button is not pressed.
Press the button to start the MiniDisc unit re-
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cording.
Begin playback on the stereo system, the output
10
will be recorded.
Notes:
Changing the volume level whilst recording does not affect
the recording.
You cannot adjust the bass level whilst recording.
Complete the operation within 7 seconds whilst selecting
the menus.
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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.
Notes:
Whilst "TOC" appears, the MiniDisc recorded contents
have not yet been updated.
To prevent the new recording from being lost, it is not
possible to remove the MiniDisc whilst "TOC" is displayed.
TOC display
To update the recorded contents of the MiniDisc
Press the :OFF/HOLD button whilst in the stop mode.
The power turns off after recorded contents have been
updated on the MiniDisc.
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Basic Operation
Recording (continued)
About the TOC
After any recording or editing function, "TOC" (Table Of
Contents) is displayed. To finalise the recording or editing
function, turn the power off. During this process "TOC"
will flash and "TOC EDIT!" will be displayed. During any
recording or editing function, the MiniDisc unit lid is
locked, and the MiniDisc cannot be removed until the process is finalised.
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.
- Do not jerk or bump the unit.
- Do not unplug the AC adaptor.
-Recording-
- 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.
Helpful tip when attaching a label
When attaching a label to an 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.
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
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