Sharp MD-MT290 User Manual

PORTABLE MINIDISC
RECORDER

MODEL

MD-MT290H

OPERATION MANUAL

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

ustomer

support.

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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

TINSE0504AWZZ

02M N AO 1

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MD-MT290H

Accessories

Remote Control x 1 Earphones x 1 AC Adaptor

Battery Carrying
Case x 1

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.

Connection Cable
(for digital record­ing) x 1

Optional Accessories

Importa n t Introduction

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Car adaptor (AD-CA20X)

-Accessories/Optional Accessories-

!

Cassette adaptor (AD-CT14)

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

2

(RADPA8058AWZZ) x 1

Connection Cable
(for analogue re­cording) x 1

Rechargeable Nickel-Met­al Hydride battery (AD­N70BT) x 1

Connection Cable
(for PC analogue re­cording) x 1

Carrying Bag x 1

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Contents

MD-MT290H

Page

Important Introduction

"

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

Names of Controls and Indic a tors . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 7

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

Power Source

"

Using with th e R e ch a rg e a ble B a t t ery . . . . . . . . . 9 - 10

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

Using with the Alkaline Batt e ry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Preparation

"

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

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

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

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

Basic Operation

"

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

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

Page

Useful Features

"

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

"

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

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

Listening t hrough Anoth e r Sy s t e m . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

References

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Other Features and Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

MiniDisc S y s te m Limitatio ns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

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

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

Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

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

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

-Contents-

Importa n t Introduction

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MD-MT290H

Importa n t Introduction

Special Notes

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.

-Special Notes-

Certain replacement parts and accessories 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

"

!

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 MD-MT290H must
not be used with other equipment.

!

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

"

!

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.

!

This product is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER
PRODUCT.

!

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

!

Material: GaAIAs

!

Wavelength: 785 nm

!

Pulse time:
Read mode: 0.8 mW Continuous
Write mode: max 10 mW 0.5S
min cycle 1.5S
Repetition

Notes

"

!

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

!

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

!

US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laborato­ries.

!

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

MD-MT290H

-Special Notes-

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Importa n t Introduction

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MD-MT290H

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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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

3. Menu/E nt er/Charge B utton . . . . . . . . 9, 17, 21, 34

4.Stop/P ower Off/Hold Button . . . . . . . . . 14, 17, 18

5. Play/Pause Bu t t o n . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17, 18, 25

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

7.Remote Control/Earphones/

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

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PLUG IN

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-Names of Controls and Indicators-

POWER

12

8

9

11

10

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

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

10. Record/T rack Mark Button . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 24, 26

11. 5 V DC Inp ut Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9, 41

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

Name Select Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 6 , 20 , 34

Note:

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

Reference page

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MD-MT290H

Display panel

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1.L evel Meter

2.Random Indicator

3.Rep eat Indicator

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.Reco rd Indicator

11.Synchro Recording Indicator

12.Character/Time Information Indicator

13.TOC Indicator

14.Track Number Indicator

Remote control unit

"

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

2.Bass/ Delete/Track Mark Button . . . . . . . 19, 26, 35

3.Volume/Cursor Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 8 , 35

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

5.Play/Pause Butt on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17, 18 , 25

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

Name Selec t B u t tons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 6 , 2 0 , 34

7.Stop/Power Off Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 7 , 18

Reference page

Importa n t Introduction

-Names of Controls and Indicators-

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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

-Precautions-

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.

!

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.

!

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
(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 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 Rechargeable Battery

 Charging the rechargeable battery

When the rechargeable battery is used for the first time

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AC 230V,
50/60 Hz

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
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 insert the plug on the other end

into the DC IN 5V socket.

3

Press the CHARGE button.

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

MD-MT290H

Power Source

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5

To the DC IN 5V socket

Scrolling

z After the rechargeable battery is charged or used, it

will get slightly warm. This is normal.

z When the portable MD is turned on or operating, the

battery will not be charged.

z For information about the battery life, see the battery

item in the "Specifications" on page 49.

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-Using with the Rechargeable Battery-

3

2

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9

MD-MT290H

Using with the AC Adaptor

Power Source

10

 About charging time

After about 3.5 hours have passed, " " will
go out. The battery is charged up to 90% if it is
completely dischar ged.

To charge the battery 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:

z Charge the battery within the range of 5°C - 35°C

(41°F - 95°F).

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

completed.

z Carry the battery in the supplied case.

Caution:

z Use the specified battery AD-N70BT only. Do not

charge a battery (nickel-cadmium, alkaline, etc.) other

-Using with the AC Adaptor-

than that specified.

z Do not remove the outer cover of the re-

chargeable battery. It may cause heat gen­eration, fire, or explosion.

z Do not dip the battery in water, do not dis-

pose of it in a fire, and do not take it apart.

z If the rechargeable battery terminal is dirty, charging

may not start. In such a case, wipe off the dirt with a dry
cloth.

z Do not disassemble the battery.

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,
50/60 Hz

To the DC IN 5V socket

Caution:

z Insert the plugs firmly.
z When the unit is not in use for extended periods,

remove the AC adaptor from the wall socket.

Notes:

z 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.

z This unit can be used with the AC adaptor when the

rechargeable or an alkaline battery is in the unit.

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Using with the Alkaline Battery

MD-MT290H

z Use one commercially available alkaline battery (LR6,

"AA" size).

z Disconnect the AC adaptor.

4321

1

Push and slide the battery cover.

2

Open the battery cover.

Inserting a MiniDisc

2

1

When you record on a MiniDisc,

Recordable Recording

1

prevented

Slide the OPEN lever to release the com­partment door.

check that the erase prevention tab
is set to the "Recordable" position.

4

3

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:

z Do not replace the battery during operation.
z Do not use a nickel-cadmium battery.
z Remove the battery if the unit will not be used for long

periods of time. This will prevent potential damage
due to battery leakage.

z Installing the battery incorrectly may cause the unit to

malfunction.

2

Lift up the compartment door.

3

Insert a MiniDisc.

Insert according to the direction arrow.

4

Close the compartment door.

Notes:

z Do not place the MiniDisc under the holder.
z 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.

z The lid cannot be opened if "TOC" is displayed; refer

to the instruction on page 15.

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5

4

3

-Using with the Alkaline Battery/Inserting a MiniDisc-

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MD-MT290H

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

■ 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.

OUT

To the OPTICAL/
LINE IN socket

To the DC IN
5V socket

Supplied connection cable
(for PC analogue recording)

■

To connect to the PC with "AUDIO OUT" socket

(analogue connection)

To the
wall socket

AC 230V,
50/60 Hz

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MD-MT290H

■ 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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Preparation

-Connections-

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4

3

2

1

MD-MT290H

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 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 Release

Remote control 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-MT290H

 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.

TOC display

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.

- 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 attached properly,
the MiniDisc may jam inside the unit and you may not be
able to remove it.

z If the label peels off or partially lifts

away, replace it with a new one.

z Do not put a new label on top of an ex-

isting one.

z Attach the label only in the specified

location.

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Preparation

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-Before Recording-

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MD-MT290H

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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