Sharp MD-MT280E User Manual

PORTABLE MINIDISC
RECORDER

MODEL

MD-MT280E

OPERATION MANUAL

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).

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

PLUG IN
POWER

TINSE0516AWZZ

03A R AO 1

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MD-MT280E

Accessories

Remote Control x 1 Earphones x 1 AC Adaptor (RADPA8058AWZZ) x 1

Connection Cable (for digit­al recording) x 1

Notes:

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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.

Connection Cable (for ana­logue recording) x 1

Optional Accessories

Important Introduction

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Car adaptor (AD-CA20X)

-Accessories/Optional Accessories-

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Cassette adaptor (AD-CT14)

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Connection cable (for digital recording) (AD-M2DC)

2

Connection Cable (for PC
analogue recording) x 1

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Carrying Bag x 1

Contents

MD-MT280E

Page

Important Introduction

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Special Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 5

Names of Controls and Indica tors . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 7

Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Power Source

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Using with the AC Adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Using with the Alkaline Batt e ry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Preparation

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Inserting a MiniDis c . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 2 - 1 3

Hold Funct ion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Before Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 5

Basic Operation

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

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

Page

Useful Features

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

Advanced Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 - 27

Recording from a Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 - 30

Changing D e f a u lt Se ttings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Checking Displays. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 - 33

Advanced Features

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Titling a MiniDisc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 - 37

Editing a Rec o rde d M in iD isc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 - 40

Listening t hrough Anothe r System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

References

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Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

MiniDisc S y s te m Limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 - 45

Troubleshootin g . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 - 47

Specificat ions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 - 49

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

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Importa n t Introduction

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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.

-Special Notes-

Certain replacement parts and accessor ies may be
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

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 MD-MT280E 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.

!

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.

!

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 RPHOH0011AWZZ). 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 10 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.

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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.

MD-MT280E

-Special Notes-

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Importa n t Introduction

Names of Controls and Indicators

Main unit

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

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

3. Menu/Enter Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17, 21, 34

4.Stop/Power Off/Hold Butto n . . . . . . . . . 14, 17, 18

5. Play/Pause Butt o n . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 7 , 18 , 25

6. Volume/Cursor Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18, 35

7.R emote Control/Earphones/

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PLUG IN
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-Names of Controls and Indicators-

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Line Output Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18, 41

8.Microphone Input Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

9.Optical/Line Input Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

10. Record/Track Mark Button . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 24, 26

11. 5 V DC Input Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9, 41

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

Name Select Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 20 , 34

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Display panel

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1.Level Meter

2.Random Indicator

3.Repeat Ind icator

4.Long-Play/Recordin g Mode Indicator

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5.Monaural Mode Indicator

6.Battery Indicator

7.Play Indicator

8.Pause Indicator

9.Disc Name Indicator

10.Record Indicator

11.Synchro Recording Indicator

12.Character/Time Information Indicator

13.TOC Indicator

14.Track Number Indicator

Remote control unit

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1.Earphones Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18, 41

2.Bass/Del ete/Track Mark Button . . . . . . . 19, 26, 35

3.Volume/Curso r B uttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 8 , 35

4.Hold Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

5.Play/Pause Butto n . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17, 18, 25

6.Fast Forward/Fast Reverse/
Recording Level/Menu Select/

Name Selec t B u t tons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 2 0 , 34

7.Stop/Power Off But ton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17, 18

Reference page

Importa n t Introduction

-Names of Controls and Indicators-

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Precautions

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.

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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.

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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

-Precautions-

of 0°C - 40°C (32°F - 104°F).

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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Importa n t Introduction

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.

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

Storing the unit

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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.)

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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 and/
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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Using with the AC Adaptor

MD-MT280E

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,

To the DC IN 5V socket

50/60 Hz

Caution:

!

Insert the plugs firmly.

!

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

Notes:

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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.

!

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

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Power Source

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-Using with the AC Adaptor-

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Using with the Alkaline Battery

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

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Power Source

1

Push and slide the battery cover.

2

Open the battery cover.

-Using with the Alkaline Battery-

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.

Caution:

!

Do not replace the battery during operation.

!

Do not use a rechargeable battery (nickel-cad­mium battery etc.).

!

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.

Notes:

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For information about the battery life, see "Specifica­tions" on page 49.

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

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Inserting a MiniDisc

Recording
prevented

Recordable

MD-MT280E

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 compartm ent door.

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Notes:

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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.

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

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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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-Inserting a MiniDisc -

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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.

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Preparation

-Connections-

Red : to right
White : to left

RIGHT

RIGHT

LEFT

LEFT

Supplied
connection
cable

AUDIO OUT

■ 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.

To the
wall socket

To the OPTICAL/
LINE IN socket

To the DC IN
5V socket

AC 230V,
50/60 Hz

Supplied connection cable
(for PC analogue recording)

■

To connect to the PC with "AUDIO OUT" socket

(analogue connection)

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■ To connect to a stereo system with a "DIGITAL OUT" or

"OPTICAL OUT" socket (digital connection)

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.

DIGITAL OUT

Supplied
connection

DIGITAL OUT

Separately available
connection cable (AD-M2DC)

cable

To the OPTICAL/
LINE IN socket

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To the DC IN
5V socket

To the
wall socket

AC 230V,
50/60 Hz

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-Connections-

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Hold Function

To prevent accidental operation, the unit can be locked in
its present condition using the Hold function. When in
Hold, no buttons are active.

Main unit

Press the HOLD button for 2 seconds or more.

-Hold Function-

Preparation

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

Remote co ntrol unit

Orange mark

Hold

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

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

MD-MT280E

About the TOC

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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.

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

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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 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.

Recording
prevented

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Preparation

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-Before Recording-

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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 (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 31.)

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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