Sharp MD-MT80W Operation Manual

PORTABLE MINIDISC
RECORDER

MODEL

MD-MT80W

OPERATION MANUAL

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

Accessories

Headphones 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.

Optional Accessories

Important Introduction

-Accessories/Optional Accessories-

Rechargeable Nick­el-Metal Hydride
Battery (AD-N70BT)

2

Car adaptor
(AD-CA20X)

AC Adaptor x 1

Cassette adaptor
(AD-CT14)

Connection Cable (for analog ue
recording) x 1

Connection Cable
(for digital record­ing) (AD-M1DC)

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

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Contents

Important Introduction

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Special Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Names of Controls and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Preparation

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Inserting a MiniDisc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10-11

Basic Operation

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Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-13
Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-15

Useful Features

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Advanced Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-17
Advanced Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-22
Recording from a Microphone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23-25
Checking Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26-27
Battery Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28-29
Hold Funct io n . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Advanced Features

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Changing Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Titling a MiniDisc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32-35
Editing a Recorded MiniDisc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36-38
Listening through Another System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

References

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Other Features and Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
MiniDisc System Limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42-43
Trouble s ho oting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44-45
Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Specificat ions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46-47

-Contents-

Important Introduction

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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 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-MT80W 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. 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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SHARP is not liable for damage or loss of your record-

-Special Notes-

ing arising from malfunction of this unit.

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When recording important selections, make a prelimi­nary test to ensure that the desired material is prop-

Important Introduction

erly recorded.

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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.

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Notes

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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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US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laborato­ries.

Note for users in Australia.

Copyright may e x ist in material you wish to record. Cop y­ing or broadcasting such material without permission of
the relevant licensees or owners of the copyright is pro­hibited by law. SHARP is not in a position to authorise the
copying or broadcasting of copyright materials and noth­ing in this OPERATION MANUAL should be implied as
giving that authority.

For other countries

Audio-visual material may consist of copyrighted works
which must not be recorded without the authority of the
owner of the copyright.
Please refer to the relevant laws in y our country.

-Special Notes-

Important Introduction

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Names of Controls and Indicators

Important Introduction

-Names of Controls and Indicators-

Main unit

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1.5V DC Input Socket (10)

2.Optical/Line Input Socket (10,11)

3.Microphone Input Socket (23)

4.Bass/Delete Button (15,33)

5.Edit/Auto Mark/Time Mark Button (21,25,32)

6.Display/Character Select Button (26,32)

7.Mode/Charge Button (17,28)

8.Record/Track Mark Button (12,21)

9.Volume/Cursor/Fast Forward/Fast Reverse/
Recording Level/Name Select Button
(12,15,16,31,32)

10.Play/Pause Button (12,15)

11.Stop/Power Off/Hold Button (13,15,30)

12.Enter/Fast Play/Synchro Button (17,18,20)

13.Headphones/Line Output Socket (14,39)

14.Open Lever (9)

15.Battery Cover (28)

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Display panel

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1.Level Meter (12)

2.Record Indicator (12)

3.Rem aining Recording Time Indicator (26)

4.Monaural Long-Play Mode Indicator (19)

5.Repeat Indicator (17)

6.TOC Indicator (13)

7.Synchro Recording Indicator (18)

8.Disc Mode Indicator

9.Disc Name Indicator (26)

10.Track Name Indicator (26)

11.Total Track Number Indicator (26)

12.Fast Play Indicator (17)

13.Battery Indicator (27)

14.Random Indicator (17)

15.Track Number Indicator (26)

16.Character/Time Information Indicator

Important Introduction

-Names of Controls and Indicators-

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Precautions

Important

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Do not wear your headphones when you are crossing

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streets or near traffic.
Do not use your headphones whilst

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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 hi gh volume. Hearing exper ts
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.

-Precautions-

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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.

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Important Introduction

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
5V DC supplied with this unit, as it may damage it.
SHARP is not responsible for damage due to improper

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use. Refer all servicing to a SHARP authorised serv ­ice centre.

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Storing the unit

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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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It is not recommendable to put the MiniDisc into a rear
pocket, as this may damage the product when sitting.

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Inserting a MiniDisc

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:

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Do not place the MiniDisc under the holder.

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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 13.

Preparation

-Inserting a MiniDisc-

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Connections

You can record your favourite CDs or tapes to MD.

-Connections-

Preparation

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-Connections-

Preparation

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Recording

-Recording-

Basic Operation

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.

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.

Digital recording

You can adjust the level in 1dB increments within
the range of +12 - 12dB.

Once you adjust the digital recording level, the set­ting remains even after the recording stops. (For
cancellation instructions, see page 31.)

4

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

Here you can search for the track to record.

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5

Press the PLAY/PAUSE button to start the
MiniDisc unit recording.

6

Begin playback on the stereo system, the
output will be recorded.

To interrupt recording

Press the PLAY/PAUSE button.

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To resume recording, press the PLAY/PAUSE button
again.

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

To stop recording

Press the /:OFF button.

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When recording stops, "TOC" appears. Whilst "TOC"
appears the MiniDisc recorded contents have not yet
been updated.

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To prevent the new recording from being lost it is not
possible to remove the MiniDisc whilst "TOC" is dis­played.

To update the recorded contents of the
MiniDisc

Press the /:OFF button whilst in the stop mode.
The power turns off after recorded contents have been
updated on the MiniDisc.

About the TOC

After any recording or editing function "TOC" (Table Of
Contents) is displayed. T o finalise the recording or editing
function, press the /:OFF button. During this process
"TOC" will flash and "TOC EDIT!" will be displayed. Dur­ing any recording or editing function the MiniDisc unit lid
is locked, 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.

- Do not remove the rechargeable battery or an alka­line battery.

- Do not subject the unit to shock.

Otherwise, tracks may not be recorded properly.

Notes:

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

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You cannot adjust the bass level whilst recording.

-Recording-

Basic Operation

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Playback

-Playback-

Basic Operation

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1

Insert the headphones plug into the
PHONES socket.

2

Insert a MiniDisc (page 9).

3

Press the PLAY/PAUSE button.

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

To interrupt playback

Press the PLAY/PAUSE button.
To resume playback, press the PLAY/PAUSE button
again.

To stop playback

Press the /:OFF button.
If the unit is not operated for at least 2 minutes whilst in
the stop mode, the power will shut off automatically.

To turn off the power

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

Volume control

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

Bass control

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Each time the BASS button is pressed, the tone will be
switched as follows.

BASS 1 Emphasised slightly
BASS 2 Emphasised more
BASS 3 Emphasised fully
BASS OFF Cancelled

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.

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If you connect the AC adaptor without installing the
rechargeable battery, playback may start automati­cally. Be sure to turn off the power.

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Reduce the volume before starting to play. MiniDiscs,
compared to ordinary cassette tapes, have very little
noise. If the volume is adjusted according to your
usual expectations of noise, high volume may damage
your hearing.

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

-Playback-

Basic Operation

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