Yamaha MDX-M5 User Manual

UCAB

MDX-M5

Minidisc Recorder

Lecteur Enregistreur De Minidisc

OWNER’S MANUAL

MODE D’EMPLOI

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

6A A unit and cart combination should be

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

7 Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The unit

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF

ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE

COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE

PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO

QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

• Explanation of Graphical Symbols

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert you to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert you to the
presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.

WARNING

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.

IMPORTANT!

Please record the serial number of this unit in the
space below.

Model:
Serial No.:

The serial number is located on the rear of the unit.
Retain this Owner’s Manual in a safe place for future
reference.

1 Read Instructions – All the safety and operating

instructions should be read before the unit is
operated.

2 Retain Instructions – The safety and operating

instructions should be retained for future reference.

3 Heed Warnings – All warnings on the unit and in the

operating instructions should be adhered to.

4 Follow Instructions – All operating and other

instructions should be followed.

5 Water and Moisture – The unit should not be used

near water – for example, near a bathtub, washbowl,
kitchen sink, laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a
swimming pool, etc.

6 Carts and Stands – The unit should be used only with

a cart or stand that is recommended by the
manufacturer.

8 Ventilation – The unit should be situated so that its

9 Heat – The unit should be situated away from heat

10 Power Sources – The unit should be connected to a

11 Power-Cord Protection – Power-supply cords should

12 Cleaning – The unit should be cleaned only as
13 Nonuse Periods – The power cord of the unit should

14 Object and Liquid Entry – Care should be taken so

15 Damage Requiring Service – The unit should be

16 Servicing – The user should not attempt to service the

17 Power Lines – An outdoor antenna should be located
18 Grounding or Polarization – Precautions should be

moved with care. Quick stops,
excessive force, and uneven surfaces
may cause the unit and cart
combination to overturn.

should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only as
recommended by the manufacturer.

location or position does not interfere with its proper
ventilation. For example, the unit should not be
situated on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface, that
may block the ventilation openings; or placed in a
built-in installation, such as a bookcase or cabinet that
may impede the flow of air through the ventilation
openings.

sources such as radiators, stoves, or other appliances
that produce heat.

power supply only of the type described in the
operating instructions or as marked on the unit.

be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or
pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying
particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
unit.

recommended by the manufacturer.

be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a
long period of time.

that objects do not fall into and liquids are not spilled
into the inside of the unit.

serviced by qualified service personnel when:

A. The power-supply cord or the plug has been

damaged; or

B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into

the unit; or

C. The unit has been exposed to rain; or
D. The unit does not appear to operate normally or

exhibits a marked change in performance; or

E. The unit has been dropped, or the cabinet

damaged.

unit beyond those means described in the operating
instructions. All other servicing should be referred to
qualified service personnel.

away from power lines.

taken so that the grounding or polarization is not
defeated.

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FCC INFORMATION (for US customers only)

1. IMPORTANT NOTICE: DO NOT MODIFY THIS UNIT!

This product, when installed as indicated in the
instructions contained in this manual, meets FCC
requirements. Modifications not expressly approved by
Yamaha may void your authority, granted by the FCC,
to use the product.

2. IMPORTANT: When connecting this product to
accessories and/or another product use only high
quality shielded cables. Cable/s supplied with this
product MUST be used. Follow all installation
instructions. Failure to follow instructions could void
your FCC authorization to use this product in the USA.

3. NOTE: This product has been tested and found to
comply with the requirements listed in FCC
Regulations, Part 15 for Class “B” digital devices.
Compliance with these requirements provides a
reasonable level of assurance that your use of this
product in a residential environment will not result in
harmful interference with other electronic devices.

This equipment generates/uses radio frequencies and,
if not installed and used according to the instructions
found in the users manual, may cause interference
harmful to the operation of other electronic devices.

Compliance with FCC regulations does not guarantee
that interference will not occur in all installations. If this
product is found to be the source of interference, which
can be determined by turning the unit “OFF” and “ON”,
please try to eliminate the problem by using one of the
following measures:

Relocate either this product or the device that is being
affected by the interference.

Utilize power outlets that are on different branch (circuit
breaker or fuse) circuits or install AC line filter/s.

In the case of radio or TV interference, relocate/reorient
the antenna. If the antenna lead-in is 300 ohm ribbon
lead, change the lead-in to coaxial type cable.

If these corrective measures do not produce satisfactory
results, please contact the local retailer authorized to
distribute this type of product. If you can not locate the
appropriate retailer, please contact Yamaha Electronics
Corp., U.S.A. 6660 Orangethorpe Ave, Buena Park, CA

90620.
The above statements apply ONLY to those products

distributed by Yamaha Corporation of America or its
subsidiaries.

We Want You Listening For A Lifetime

YAMAHA and the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group want you to get the
most out of your equipment by playing it at a safe level. One that lets the sound come through loud and
clear without annoying blaring or distortion – and, most importantly, without affecting your sensitive
hearing. Since hearing damage from loud sounds is often undetectable until it is too late, YAMAHA and
the Electronic Industries Association’s Consumer Electronics Group recommend you to avoid prolonged
exposure from excessive volume levels.

English

For U.K. customers

If the socket outlets in the home are not suitable for the
plug supplied with this appliance, it should be cut off
and an appropriate 3 pin plug fitted. For details, refer to
the instructions described below.

Note: The plug severed from the mains lead must be
destroyed,
if engaged in a live

as a plug with bared flexible cord is hazardous

socket outlet.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR U.K.
MODEL

IMPORTANT:

The wire in the mains lead are coloured in accor­dance with the following code:

Blue: NEUTRAL
Brown: LIVE

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this
apparatus
markings identifying the terminals in your plug,
proceed as follows: The wire which is coloured
BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is
marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. The
wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected
to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or
coloured RED. Making sure that neither core is
connected to the earth terminal of the three pin
plug.

may not correspond with the coloured

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SUPPLIED ACCESSORIES • After unpacking, check that the following parts are contained.
ACCESSOIRES FOURNIS • Après le déballage, vérifier que les pièces suivantes sont incluses.

• Remote control transmitter

• Télécommande

AUTO

POWER RANDOM REPEAT

PAUSE DISPLAY

/

REC

REC

AUTO/

INPUT

MODE

MANUAL

EDIT

TITLE

TITLE

CANCEL

EDIT

SEARCH

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• Batteries (size AAA, UM/SEM-4, R7, HP-8)

• Piles (format AAA, UM/SEM-4, R7, HP-8)

• Audio connecting cable

• Câbles de connexion audio

• System cable

• Câble système

• Optical fiber cable

• Câble de fibres optiques

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FRONT PANEL
PANNEAU FRONTAL

REAR PANEL
PANNEAU ARRIERE

STANDBY/ON

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REC LEVEL

REC

– +

010

LINE
OUT

C D

LINE

IN

DIGITAL

L

R

OPTICAL

IN OUT

SYSTEM

CONNECTOR

VOLTAGE SELECTOR

115V 230V

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DISPLAY
PANNEAU D’AFFICHAGE

REPEAT LPGM MONO

REC

TITLE SEARCH –dB 30 18 12 7 3 0 OVER ANALOG DIGITAL
RANDOM

SINGLE
TOTAL
REMAIN

REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER
TELECOMMANDE

R

A.PAUSE MANUAL

32

44.1
48

kHz
kHz
kHz

AUTO

REC

MODE

PAUSE DISPLAY

AUTO/

MANUAL

TITLE

TITLE

SEARCH

INPUT

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INPUT

EDIT

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing this YAMAHA product. We hope it will give you many years of trouble-free enjoyment. For
the best performance, read this manual carefully. It will guide you in operating your YAMAHA product.

FEATURES

• Random Access Programmable Play

• Random-Sequence Play

• Repeat Play

• An Automatic Sampling Rate Converter (32,

48kHz → 44.1kHz)

• Four Editing Features (Move, Erase, Divide,
and Combine)

• Title Filing Capability

• Title Search Capability

• Monaural recording for long time recording

• Optical Digital Input/Output

• Full Operation Remote control

When you connect the unit to CRX-M5

• Automatic Synchronized Recording

• Timer Play

• Sleep Timer

• Recording Using Timer

CONTENTS

PRECAUTIONS ........................................... 2

NAMES OF BUTTONS, CONTROLS, AND

INDICATORS................................................ 3

GETTING STARTED

Connecting the unit to the CRX-M5.......... 4

Turning on/off the unit ............................... 5

Preparing the remote control transmitter.. 6

PLAYBACK

MD playback............................................. 7

Selecting the time display......................... 8

Random-sequence play............................ 9

Repeat play ............................................ 10

Program play .......................................... 10

Auto pause function................................ 11

RECORDING

Before recording..................................... 12

Recording on an MD .............................. 12

CD synchronized recording .................... 14

Monaural recording................................. 15

Changing recording mode ...................... 16

EDITING

Before you start editing .......................... 17

To undo an editing .................................. 17

Erase ...................................................... 18

Move....................................................... 19

Combine ................................................. 21

Divide ..................................................... 22

Titling...................................................... 23

OTHER OPERATIONS

Title search............................................. 25

Timer operation ...................................... 25

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

MD system limitations ............................ 26

About copy protection............................. 27

Notes about handling MDs ..................... 27

Troubleshooting ...................................... 28

Display massages .................................. 29

Specifications ......................................... 30

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PRECAUTIONS: READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING THE UNIT

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

CAUTIONS

To assure the finest performance, please read this

•

manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future
reference.

• Install your unit in good ventilation, a cool, dry,

clean place – away from windows, heat sources,
vibration, dust, moisture, or cold. To avoid humming
sounds, locate the unit away from other electrical
appliances, motors, and transformers. To prevent
fire or electrical shock, do not expose to rain and
water.

• Do not operate the unit upside-down. It may

overheat, possibly causing damage.

• Never open the cabinet. If something drops into the

set, contact your dealer.

• Do not use force on switches, knobs or cords.

• When not planning to use this unit for long periods

of time (i.e.., vacation, etc.), disconnect the AC
power plug from the wall outlet.

• Grounding or polarization – Precautions should be

taken so that the grounding or polarization of the
unit is not defeated.

• Do not clean the unit with chemical solvents; this

might damage the finish. Use a clean, dry cloth.

• Be sure to read the “TROUBLESHOOTING”

section on common operating errors before
concluding that your unit is faulty.

• Do not place another component on top of this unit,

as damage or discoloration on the surface of the
unit may result.

• To prevent damage by lightning, disconnect the

power cord from the wall outlet during an electrical
storm.

• When disconnecting the power cord from the wall

outlet, grasp the plug; do not pull the cord.

• Do not plug the AC power plug to the wall outlet

before you finish all connections.

• The voltage to be used must be the same as that

specified on this unit. Using this unit with a higher
voltage than that which is specified is dangerous
and may result in a fire or other type of accident
causing damage. YAMAHA will not be held
responsible for any damage resulting from use of
this unit with a voltage other than that which is
specified.

• Sudden temperature changes and storage or

operation in an extremely humid environment may
cause condensation inside the cabinet.

This unit is not disconnected from the AC power
source as long as it is connected to the wall outlet,
even if this unit itself is turned off. This state is called
the standby mode. In this state, this unit is designed
to consume a very small quantity of power.

CAUTION FOR CARRYING THE UNIT

Before carrying the unit, first remove a disc from
the unit, press STANDBY/ON to turn the unit off,
then disconnect the AC power plug from the wall
outlet.

FOR CANADIAN CUSTOMERS

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE
BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT AND FULLY
INSERT.

THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES
WITH CANADIAN ICES-003.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not
expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

DANGER

Invisible laser radiation when open and interlock
failed or defeated.
Avoid direct exposure to beam.

CAUTION

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those specified herein may
result in hazardous radiation exposure.

This compact disc player is
classified as a CLASS 1
LASER product.
The CLASS 1 LASER
PRODUCT label is located
on the rear exterior.
(U.K., Europe, Singapore,
and General models only.)

Laser component in this product is capable of
emitting radiation exceeding the limit for Class 1.

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NOTE

Please check the copyright laws in your country to
record from records, compact discs, radio, etc.
Recording of copyright material may infringe
copyright laws.

NAMES OF BUTTONS, CONTROLS, AND INDICATORS

FRONT PANEL (see the illustration on page 55)

1 STANDBY/ON switch (5)
2 Disc insert slot (7)
3 7 (stop) button (7)
4 8 (pause) button (7)
5 ) (eject) button (7)
6 3 (play) button (7)

REAR PANEL (see the illustration on page 55)

1 LINE OUT jacks (4)
2 LINE IN jacks (4)
3 AC power cord (4)
4 DIGITAL OPTICAL IN jack (4)

DISPLAY (see the illustration on page 66)

1 8 (pause) indicator (7)
2 # (play) indicator (7)
3 REC indicator (13)
4 TITLE indicator (23)
5 REPEAT indicator (10)
6 SEARCH indicator (25)
7 PGM (program) indicator (10)
8 RANDOM indicator (9)
9 Level indicator (13)
! ANALOG indicator (13)

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7 Remote control sensor (6)
8 Display
9 REC button (13)
! REC LEVEL control (13)
" Jog dial/4/¢ (skip)/+/– control (8, 23)

5 DIGITAL OPTICAL OUT jack (5)
6 SYSTEM CONNECTOR jack (4)
7 VOLTAGE SELECTOR switch (This selector

on the bottom of the unit.) (2) (General model
only)

" MONO indicator (13)
# A.PAUSE indicator (11)
$ DIGITAL indicator (13)
% MANUAL indicator (14)
& SINGLE indicator (8)
( REMAIN indicator (9)
) TOTAL indicator (9)
~ Multi information display
+ Sampling rate indicator

REMOTE CONTROL TRANSMITTER (see the illustration on page 66)

1 REPEAT button (10)
2 RANDOM button (9)
3 POWER
4 REC INPUT button (13)
5 REC MODE button (16)
6 EDIT CANCEL button (17)
7 EDIT button (18)
8 PGM (program)/CHARAC (character) button

(10, 24)

9 CHECK/SPACE button (11, 24)
! Number/character buttons (8, 24)
" 1/¡ (search) buttons (8)
# REC button (13)

button (5)

/

$ 7 (stop) button (7)
% AUTO PAUSE button (11)
& DISPLAY button (8)
( AUTO/MANUAL button (14)
) TITLE INPUT buttons (23)
~ TITLE SEARCH button (25)
+ ENTER button (18)
, SET button (18)

- CLEAR/DELETE button (11, 24)
. 4/¢ (skip) buttons (8)
/ 3 (play) button (7)
: 8 (pause) button (7)

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GETTING STARTED

Connecting the unit to

the CRX-M5

Never plug the AC power cord into the wall
outlet until all other connections are
completed.

Follow the steps below to connect to the CRX-M5
using the supplied cords and accessories.

4

LINE

LINE

OUT

IN

C D

12

DIGITAL

6 MIN. /SPEAKER

R L

++––

L

R

IN OUT

L

1

R

6 MIN. /HAUT-PARLEUR

OPTICAL

IN INOUT OUT

AUX/MD

SYSTEM

CONNECTOR

3

TAPE

A

SUBWOOFERSPEAKERS

OUT

BC D

L

R

FM GND AM
75

UNBAL

DIGITAL OUT

CD

OPTICAL

ANTENNA

SYSTEM

CONNECTOR

TAPE

MD

1 Connect C to C, and D to D using the audio

connecting cords.
Insert the plugs into jacks of the same color.

• The two audio connecting cords are the same,
so you can connect C or D using either cord.

• The white plug of the audio connecting cord
corresponds to the left channel and the red plug
corresponds to the right channel. Make sure that
the left and right channel connections are
properly made, and that the plugs are inserted
firmly.

2 Connect the OPTICAL DIGITAL IN jack of the unit

and the DIGITAL OUT jack on the CRX-M5 with
the optical fiber cable.

3 Connect the unit and the CRX-M5 with the system

cable.

4 Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet.

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Playing CDsGetting Started

GETTING STARTED

Digital connections

If you have another MD deck or DAT deck, you can
make direct digital recording and enhance the sound
quality for recording by connecting the OPTICAL OUT
jack of the unit and the OPTICAL IN jack of another unit
with the optical fiber cable.

Other MD deck or DAT deck

OPTICAL

OUT IN

To the OPTICAL IN jack

Optical fiber cable (not include)

To the OPTICAL OUT jack

LINE

LINE

OUT

IN

A B

• Take off the covers of the optical fiber cable plug, the
OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT jack, and the DIGITAL IN
jack before digital connection.
* Use an optical fiber cable that conforms to EIAJ

standards. Other cables might not function
correctly.

• Be sure to replace the terminal’s cover when the
terminal on the rear panel is not being used, in
order to protect from dust.

DIGITAL

L

R

IN OUT

SYSTEM

CONNECTOR

OPTICAL

This unit

Turning on/off the unit

STANDBY/ON

STANDBY/ON

POWER RANDOM REPEAT

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CANCEL

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REC LEVEL

REC

010

POWER

– +

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After connecting the AC power cord to the wall outlet,
press the STANDBY/ON switch on the front panel or
POWER on the remote to turn on/off the unit.

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GETTING STARTED

Preparing the remote

control transmitter

Remote control transmitter operation range

Loading the batteries for the remote control
transmitter

1 Remove the battery compartment cover.

2 Insert 2 AAA size batteries into the battery

compartment.

–

+

+

–

3 Replace the battery compartment cover.

STANDBY/ON

Remote control
sensor

REC LEVEL

REC

– +

010

Within approximately
6 m (19.7 feet)

30°

30°

Notes

• There should be no large obstacles between the
remote control transmitter and the main unit.

• If the remote control sensor is directly illuminated by
strong lighting (especially an inverter type of
fluorescent lamp etc.), it might cause the remote
control transmitter not to work correctly. In this case,
reposition the main unit to avoid direct lighting.

Battery replacement

If you find that the remote control transmitter must be
used closer to the main unit than usual, the batteries
are weak. Replace both batteries with new ones.

Notes

• Use only AAA batteries for replacement.

• Be sure the polarities are correct. (See the illustration

inside the battery compartment.)

• Remove the batteries if the remote control transmitter
will not be used for an extended period of time.

• If batteries leak, dispose of them immediately. Avoid
touching the leaked material or letting it come in
contact with clothing, etc. Clean the battery
compartment thoroughly before installing new
batteries.

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Note

• This manual describes how to operate this unit by using
the remote control transmitter mainly. To operate the
unit from the front panel, use the corresponding buttons
on the front panel (see page 3).

Playing CDsGetting Started

PLAYBACK

MD playback

STANDBY/ON

STANDBY/ON

POWER RANDOM REPEAT

/

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CANCEL

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POWER

8
3

7

1 Press STANDBY/ON or POWER to turn on the

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unit.

• When you turn on the CRX-M5, the unit turns on

automatically as it is connected to the CRX-M5

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with the system cable.

2 Insert an MD.

Insert the MD securely so that it clicks into place.

– +

Arrow pointed toward the disc insertion
slot

Label facing up

3 Press 3 to start playback.

Playback starts from the beginning track of the
MD.

To stop playback completely

Press 7.

To stop playback temporarily

Press 8.
To resume playback, press 8 again or press 3.

To eject an MD

Press ).

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PLAYBACK

To play a specific track on the disc

Direct play

Select a desired track by using the number buttons.
(Example: To select 235, press +100 twice so that “2 –
–” appears in the display, and press + 10 three times so
that “2 3 –” appears in the display, then press 5.)

Selected track

The unit starts playback from the selected track
automatically.

Skip play

• To skip to a succeeding track, press ¢ once or
repeatedly, or turn the jog dial clockwise until the
desired track number appears.

• To skip to the beginning of the current track, press
4 once, or turn the jog dial counterclockwise so
that it clicks.

• To skip to a preceding track, press 4 once or
repeatedly, or turn the jog dial counterclockwise until
the desired track number appears.

Notes

• You cannot enter a number that is higher than the last track
number on the disc.

• These operations can also be performed when the unit is in
the pause or stop mode.

• If ¢ or 4 is pressed and held, the track number
successively changes to higher numbers (or lower
numbers).

Selecting the time display

When you insert an MD the disc title is displayed
automatically. Pressing DISPLAY during playback or
stop lets you display other information, such as the
remaining time and track titles.

POWER RANDOM REPEAT

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Each time you press DISPLAY, the display changes as
follows:

AUTO
PAUSE DISPLAY

REC

REC

AUTO/

INPUT

MODE

MANUAL

TITLE

SEARCH

TITLE
INPUT

+10

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DISPLAY

To advance or reverse play rapidly
(Manual Search)

Press and hold ¡ to advance playback rapidly, and
1 to reverse playback rapidly.

The sound can be heard (although slightly garbled)
during manual search in either direction. This is
convenient for locating a precise position within a track,
or for reviewing the contents quickly.

Note

• Manual search can also be performed during pause, though
no sound will be heard.

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Disc title (during stop) or track title
(during playback)

SINGLE

Elapsed timeTrack number

SINGLE

Remaining time

TOTAL

Playing CDsGetting Started

PLAYBACK

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Random-sequence play

Total playing time

TOTAL

Total remaining time

REMAIN

Remaining recordable time

Disc title or track title

The unit can play all the tracks on an MD in a random
sequence selected by the unit’s microcomputer.

POWER RANDOM REPEAT

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RANDOM

7

To start random-sequence play

Press RANDOM.
“RANDOM” appears in the display.

RANDOM

SINGLE

Playback starts automatically.

To cancel random-sequence play mode

Press 7.
“RANDOM” disappears from the display.

Notes

• This feature will not function during programming, or
during programmed play.

• If ¢ is pressed during random-sequence play, the
next randomly programmed track will be played.
If 4 is pressed, play will return to the beginning of
the current track.

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PLAYBACK

Repeat play

You can play a disc repeatedly.

POWER RANDOM REPEAT

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Program play

By creating a program, you can enjoy listening to your
favorite tracks in any desired order. As many as 32
steps can be programmed in sequence.

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Number buttons

3

7

1 Press REPEAT.

“REPEAT” appears in the display.

REPEAT

2 Press 3 to start repeat play.

To cancel repeat play mode

Press REPEAT so that ”REPEAT” disappears from the
display.

Note

• You can enjoy repeat play during random-sequence
play. In this case, the unit plays the disc repeatedly in
the different order.

1 Press 7 to stop the unit.
2 Press PGM.

“PGM” appears in the display.

PGM

TOTAL

3 Select the desired track by using the number

buttons.

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PLAYBACK

4 Press PGM.

The selected track is programmed.

PGM

Selected track
number

Program number

5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to program more tracks. You

can select the same track again.

6 Press 3 to start program play.

To stop program play mode

Press 7.

To cancel program play

Press PGM so that “PGM” disappears from the display.
The program you set is erased.

Notes

• You cannot program a track which is not included in a disc.

• ¢ or 4 can be used during program play to skip to

tracks within the program.

Auto pause function

The unit can automatically pause playback after
playing the current track.

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3

8

English

To check the program data

1. Press 7 to stop program play.

2. Press CHECK. Each time you press this button,
the track number and the program number are
displayed in the order of the program.

To change program data

1. Follow the preceding procedure described in “To
check the program data.”

2. Display the track number to be corrected by
pressing CHECK.

3. Press the number button of the track you want to
substitute for the one currently displayed. The
previously programmed track will be cleared from
the memory and the new one will be programmed.

4. Press PGM.

To delete tracks from the program

Press CLEAR during stop in program play mode.
The last programmed track is erased.

Press AUTO PAUSE so that “A. PAUSE” appears in
the display.
The unit pauses playback after playing the current
track.

To resume playback

Press 8 or 3.

To cancel auto pause function

Press AUTO PAUSE so that “A. PAUSE” disappears
from the display, or press POWER to turn off the unit.

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RECORDING

Before recording

MDs (Mini Disc) let you digitally record and play music
with high quality sound. Another feature of MDs is track
marking. The track marking feature lets you quickly
locate a specific point or easily edit the recorded
tracks. However, depending on the source you record
from, the recording method and the way the track
numbers are recorded differs.

Notes on digital recording

• When recording from a digital source (such as CD,
DAT, etc.), the unit converts the digital signals to

44.1 kHz for recording onto the MD.
The unit can record 32, 44.1, and 48 kHz digital
signals.

• When recording from an analog source (such as
cassette tape, tuner, etc.), the unit converts the
analog signals to a 44.1 kHz digital signal.

When the source you record from is:

• CRX-M5’s CD player

– You can record from CD to MD with the CD

synchronized recording function (see page 14).
– The digital signal from the CD is recorded as it is.
– Track numbers are automatically marked as on the

original CD.

• Other digital components

– Track numbers are automatically marked as it is

when you turn on the Auto track marking function

(see page 14).

• CRX-M5’s tuner or other analog components

– The analog signal is converted to a digital signal

and recorded.
– Track numbers are automatically marked when you

turn on the Auto track marking function (see page

14) in sync with the level of the input signal.

Notes about TOC

• On an MD, the track number (track sequence), playback

times, title data, etc., are recorded in the TOC area
independent of the sound information. You can edit
recorded tracks quickly by modifying the TOC information.

• Recording on an MD is completed when the TOC writing is
finished. Normally, the TOC information is written
automatically, but you can set it manually by setting REC
END WRITING function to OFF (page 16). TOC writing
starts when you do any of the following operations.
– Eject the MD.
– Press STANDBY/ON.
– In this case, if you pull out the AC power cord before TOC

writing is finished, the recorded contents will not be
memorized on the MD.

• TOC writing may be impossible (or Auto track number
marking may not perform as expected) when recording a
damaged CD or a broadcast source under interference.

Recording on an MD

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1 Turn on the recording source and set it for

playback.

POWER

REC INPUT

8
7

REC

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2 Insert an MD.

Arrow pointed toward the disc insertion slot

Label facing up

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RECORDING

3 Press REC INPUT repeatedly to select the input

connected to the sound source you want to record
from.
The selected indicator appears in the display.

ANALOG

TOTAL

For normal recording from the
LINE IN input
(Ex. Tuner, tape deck,etc.)

DIGITAL

TOTAL

For digital recording from the
DIGITAL IN input
(Ex. CD, DAT deck,etc.)

MONO
ANALOG

TOTAL

For long recording (monaural) from
the LINE IN input (see page 15)

4 Press REC to set the unit to recording pause

mode.
“REC” and “8” appear in the display.

Notes

• When recording from a digital source other than the CRX­M5 that has a digital output (volume) control, set the output
level to “MAX.” Recording may not be possible at low output
levels (when the digital volume is turned down).

• Each time you press DISPLAY while recording, the display
changes as follows:

Current track number and recording time of
the current track

«

Current tracks and total playing time

«

Remaining recordable time

After recording

Press POWER or press STANDBY/ON to turn the unit
off. The unit updates the TOC information of the MD
and the recording is completed.

Recording level

REC LEVEL

English

• If you selected ANALOG or MONO in step 3,
adjust the recording level as described in
“Recording level” on this page.

5 Start playing the source to be recorded.
6 Press REC or 8 to start recording.

To stop recording

Press 7.

To pause recording

Press 8.
Press 8 again or REC to resume recording.

STANDBY/ON

REC LEVEL

REC

– +

010

To set the recording level, first play the loudest
passage of the source to be recorded. Then set the unit
to the record pause mode (press REC) and watch the
meter readings. Adjust the recording level by turning
the REC LEVEL control so that the highest peak
causes the 0 dB level indicators to flicker. The OVER
indicators should not light.

L

–dB 30 18 12 7 3 0 OVER

R

OVER indicator

Note

• Although some sources can be recorded with lower peak
levels, setting the peak levels too low may degrade the
quality of the recording.

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RECORDING

Auto track marking

When making a recording, you can choose either
automatic or manual track marking. This feature
operates somewhat differently for analog and digital
signals. See below for details.

Press AUTO/MANUAL repeatedly to select automatic
track marking (“MANUAL” disappears from the display)
or manual track marking (“MANUAL” appears in the
display).

When recording analog signals

Auto: Track numbers are written in synchronization
with the input level of the signal being recorded. In
other words, if the source signal falls below a certain
level for more than 2 seconds, a track number is written
automatically the next time the source signal rises
above that level. You can change the level and time
settings (see page 16).
Manual: One track number is written automatically
when you start recording, but none are written during
recording. To write track number manually, press EDIT
at the desired point during recording.

When recording digital signals

Track numbers are written in the same positions as the
original source (CD, etc.) with automatic track marking.
When you set the unit to manual track marking, press
EDIT at the desired point to write track number during
recording.

Note

• When recording is paused, the portion recorded up to the
pause is counted as an individual track. When recording is
resumed, a new track number is created. On the other hand,
if one track is recorded in continuous repetition, that track is
recorded as one continuous track with a single track
number.

CD synchronized recording

You can easily record a CD on a MD when you
connect the unit to the CRX-M5.
This function is operated from the CRX-M5. For more
details, see the instructions of the CRX-M5.

1 Insert the desired disc into the CRX-M5.
2 Insert an MD.
3 Press DISC 1 – 3 to select the desired CD, then

press 7 after playing for several seconds.

4 Press CD SYNC when both units are in stop mode

and press 4/¢ repeatedly so that “CD → MD”
appears in the display.

5 Press CD SYNC .

The CRX-M5 starts CD play from the beginning of
a disc and the unit starts recording automatically.

6 Both units stop automatically when recording is

finished.

To stop CD synchronized recording

Press 7 (CRX-M5) or 7 (MDX-M5).
When you press 7 (MDX-M5) and the REC END
WRITING function set to ON, the CRX-M5 stops about
10 seconds after you press the button.

Notes

• You can record a CD on an MD with CD synchronized
recording by using various way as follows:

– recording from the desired track of a CD
– recording programmed track

• When the MD becomes full in the middle of the recording,

both units stop.

• Adjusting the VOLUME control of the CRX-M5 has no effect
on the recorded sound.

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RECORDING

Monaural recording

Recording in monaural allows you to record up to 148
minutes of sound on one 74 minute-MD (when
recording in stereo you can record up to 74 minutes of
sound). This may be useful when recording an
interview, debate, or speech, etc., whenever you want
to record a long time on one disc.

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REC INPUT

3 Adjust the recording level as described in

“Recording level” on page 13.

4 Press REC to set the unit to recording pause

mode.
“REC” and “8” appear in the display.

5 Start playing the program source to be recorded.
6 Press REC or 8 to start recording.

To stop recording

Press 7 (MDX-M5).

To pause recording

Press 8.
Press 8 again or REC to resume recording.

English

8
7

REC

1 Follow the steps from 1 to 4 described in

“Recording on an MD” on page 12.

2 Press REC INPUT repeatedly so that “MONO”

appears in the display.

MONO
ANALOG

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Changing recording mode

In this mode, you can change the level and time
settings to make the unit write track numbers
automatically (Auto track marking function), and set the
REC END WRITING function to ON/OFF.

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REC MODE

SET

4/¢

4 Press 4/¢ to select the value you want to,

then press SET.
Each time you press 4/¢, the value changes
as follows:

TIME:

LEVEL:

REC→WRITING?:

0.5SEC 1.0SEC 1.5SEC 2.0SEC

2.5SEC 3.0SEC 3.5SEC 4.0SEC

0 1 2–1–2

ON OFF

The value with is a initial value.

5 For more settings, repeat steps 2 to 4.
6 Press REC MODE after complete the setting.

1 Press REC MODE during stop or recording.

“AUTO TIME ?” appears in the display.

2 Press 4/¢ to select the mode you want to

change.
Each time you press 4/¢, the display changes
as follows:

AUTO TIME ? (for changing the time)

«

AUTO LEVEL ? (for changing the level)

«

REC→WRITING? (setting the REC END
WRITING function to ON/OFF)

3 Press SET.

Initial setting appears in the display.

AUTO TIME: TIME 2.0SEC
AUTO LEVEL: LEVEL
REC→WRITING: WRITING

0

ON

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Before you start editing

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EDITING

English

To undo the editing

One of the main advantages of the MD is its editing
capabilities, you can remove the commercials from a
radio broadcast, arrange the songs in the order you
want, remove songs, combine songs, and name titles.

Edit functions

The unit offers the following editing operations.
(Please note that track numbers are updated
automatically when you perform MOVE, ERASE,
COMBINE, or DIVIDE operations.)

• MOVE

Lets you move a track to a different track number.

• ERASE

Lets you erase a track or the entire disc.

• COMBINE

Lets you combine two tracks into a single track.

• DIVIDE

Lets you split a single track into two different tracks.

• TITLING

Lets you title recorded MDs and the individual tracks.

The undo function lets you immediately return to the
condition before the edit (note; you cannot undo an edit
once you press any other buttons).

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CANCEL

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EDIT CANCEL
ENTER
SET

Notes on editing

Before editing

Make sure that the MD is not protected against
erasure. If the MD is protected, you cannot edit the
MD. Slide the tab to close the slot.

After editing

Press ) and pull the MD out, or press STANDBY/ON
to turn off the unit in order to update the TOC
information.

1 Press EDIT CANCEL during stop.

2 Within 8 seconds, press SET.

3 Press ENTER.

The previous edit is cancelled.

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Erase

This function lets you erase unwanted tracks quickly
and easily. When you erase a track, the total number of
tracks on the MD decreases by one and all the tracks
following the erased one are renumbered.

Caution for erasing

Check carefully the portion to be erased, as you cannot
undo an edit once any additional edit has been
performed.

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CANCEL

PGM CHECK CLEAR ENTERSET

CHARAC SPACE DELETE

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REC

AUTO

PAUSE DISPLAY

REC

REC

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EDIT

ENTER
SET
DELETE

4/¢

2 Press 4/¢ repeatedly so that “ERASE ?”

appears in the display, then press SET or ENTER.

Track number to be erased

3 Press ENTER.

4 Press ENTER.

To erase more than one track at once

You can erase the several tracks at once.

For example: Erasing tracks 2 and 4

Original tracks

Tracks after
erasing

12345

ABCDE

1234

CEA

To erase the current track

You can erase the track now being played.

For example: Erasing track 3

Original tracks

Tracks after
erasing

12345

ABCDE

12345

BDEA

1 Press EDIT during playback of the track you want

to erase.

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1 Press EDIT during stop.
2 Press 4/¢ repeatedly so that “Q. ERASE ?”

appears in the display, then press SET or ENTER.

3 • To erase all the tracks of the MD, press

SET, and skip the following steps 4 and 5 (“ALL”
appears in the display).

• To select the tracks you want to erase, skip
this step.

4 Press 4/¢ repeatedly or turn the jog dial to

select the track you want to erase, then press SET.

Track number you want to erase

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5 Repeat step 4 for more settings if required.

• You can check the settings by pressing 1/¡.

• You can undo the last track number you set by

pressing DELETE.

6 Press ENTER.

7 Press ENTER.

To cancel the Erase function

Press EDIT while editing.

Move

This function lets you change the position of any track.
When you move tracks, all the tracks are automatically
renumbered.

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EDIT

CANCEL

PGM CHECK CLEAR ENTERSET

CHARAC SPACE DELETE

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M N O P R S T U V Q ZW X Y

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REC

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EDIT

ENTER
SET
DELETE

4/¢

English

Note

• When you cannot edit because of the limitations of the MD
system, “CAN’T EDIT” appears in the display and the Erase
function is canceled.

To move the current track

You can move the track now being played.

For example: Moving track 3

Original tracks

Tracks after
moving

12345

ABCDE

12345

CABDE

1 Press EDIT during playback of the track you want

to move.

2 Press 4/¢ repeatedly so that “MOVE ?”

appears in the display, then press SET or ENTER.

Track number you want to move

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3 Press 4/¢ repeatedly or turn the jog dial to

select the new track number.

New track number

4 Press SET or ENTER.

5 Press ENTER.

The unit pause at the beginning of the moved track.

To move more than one track at once

4 Repeat step 3 for more settings if required.

• You can check the settings by pressing 1/¡.

• You can undo the track number you set last by

pressing DELETE.

5 Press ENTER.

Ex. Selected tracks move to between track number 2
and 4

6 Press 4/¢ repeatedly or turn the jog dial to

select the track’s destination, then press ENTER.

7 Press ENTER.

You can move several tracks at once.
For example: Moving tracks 1, 3, and 6

Original tracks

Tracks after
moving

12345

ABCDE

12345

BACF

6

F

6

D

E

1 Press EDIT during stop.
2 Press 4/¢ repeatedly so that “Q. MOVE ?”

appears in the display, then press SET.

Track number you want to move

3 Press 4/¢ repeatedly or turn the jog dial to

select the first track you want to move, then press
SET.

To cancel the Move function

Press EDIT while editing.

Note

• When you cannot edit because of the limitations of the MD
system, “CAN’T EDIT” appears in the display and the Move
function is canceled.

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EDITING

Combine

This function lets you combine two consecutive tracks
into one. After you combine the tracks, the total
number of tracks decreases by one and the tracks are
automatically renumbered.

For example: Combining track 2 and 4

Original tracks

Tracks after
combining

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ABCDE

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ABCE

AUTO

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EDIT

ENTER
SET

4 Press ENTER.

5 Press ENTER.

Note

• When you cannot edit because of the limitations of the MD
system, “CAN’T EDIT” appears in the display and the
Combine function is canceled.

English

REC

4/¢

1 Press EDIT during playback of the track you want

to combine.

2 Press 4/¢ repeatedly so that “COMBINE ?”

appears in the display, then press SET.

Track number being played

3 Press 4/¢ repeatedly or turn the jog dial to

select the track to be combined, then press SET.

Track numbers you want to
combine

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EDITING

Divide

This function lets you divide one track into two
separate tracks by adding a new track number to a
certain point in the track. If you add a track number at
the beginning of a section you want to listen to, you
can access it quickly by using the skip function. The
total number of tracks increases by one and all the
tracks following the new division are renumbered.

For example: Dividing track 3

Original tracks

Tracks after
dividing

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EDIT

CANCEL

PGM CHECK CLEAR ENTERSET

CHARAC SPACE DELETE

M N O P R S T U V Q ZW X Y

& ( ) – / ’ , : ? !

REC

12345

ABCDE

12345

A B C1 C2

AUTO

/

1

67890

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REC

REC

AUTO/

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EDIT

ENTER
SET

4/¢

3 Press SET.

“DIVIDE+00” appears in the display.

4 Press SET.

The unit starts repeated playback in a three
seconds cycle starting from the dividing point.

5 Press 4/¢ repeatedly to adjust the dividing

point.
You can adjust at 0.06 seconds interval up to 32
steps in the forward direction.

6 Press ENTER to decide the dividing point.

7 Press ENTER.

To cancel the Divide function

Press EDIT while editing.

Note

• When you cannot edit because of the limitations of the MD
system, “CAN’T EDIT” appears in the display and the Divide
function is canceled.

• There is no blank space left between two tracks you divide.

1 During playback, press EDIT at the point you want

to divide.
“DIVIDE?” flashes in the display.

2 During “DIVIDE?” flashing in the display, press

SET.
When you do not adjust finely the dividing point, go
to step 6.

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EDITING

Titling

This function lets you title recorded MDs and individual
tracks. Titles may consist of capital and small letters,
numbers, and symbols for a maximum of 80 characters
for each title.

When titling, you can use the preset names memorized
in the unit to title quickly. You can also edit the preset
names.

JOG dial

STANDBY/ON

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CANCEL

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CHARAC SPACE DELETE

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REC

AUTO

PAUSE DISPLAY

REC

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SEARCH

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TITLE
INPUT

+10

REC LEVEL

REC

– +

010

SET
TITLE INPUT

ENTER

DELETE
SPACE

Character/number
buttons

4/¢

2 During “TITLE” flashing in the display, press

4/¢ repeatedly to select the title, track number,
or preset pattern.
Each time you press 4/¢, the display changes
as follows:

The disc title

The track title of track 1

The track title of track 2

Preset name

Display for erasing all the titles

• When you select the disc title or track title

Edit the disc or track title by following the
procedure described below.

• When you select the preset name

Edit the preset name by following the procedure
described below.

• When you select “ALL ERASE” to erase all
the titles

Press SET or ENTER. All the titles on the MD are
erased.

English

1 Press TITLE INPUT.

When you press TITLE INPUT during playback,
skip to step 3 and you can title the track being
played directly.

3 Press SET.

When there is no data

TITLE

When there is data

TITLE

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REC

4 Press CHARAC to select the type of character.

Each time you press CHARAC, the type of
character changes as follows:

Capital letters (space, A, B, C, … Y, Z)

↓

Small letters (space, a, b, c, … y, z)

↓

Figures, symbols, and preset numbers
(0, 1, 2, … PRE8, PRE9)

5 Press 1/¡ to move the cursor position, and

press 4/¢ repeatedly to select the desired
character, then press SET.

• To input a space

Press SPACE.

• To delete a character

Move the cursor position to the character you
want to delete, then press DELETE.

• When you select the preset number

The title of the preset number is input at the
selected cursor position.
The initial preset titles are:

PRE1 Pops
PRE2 Rock
PRE3 Classic
PRE4 Jazz
PRE5 Disco
PRE6 Best Hits
PRE7 Air Check
PRE8 NO.
PRE9 Vol.

6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 to complete the title.

To input characters using the character buttons

You can input characters using the character buttons
on the remote control transmitter instead of 4/¢ in
step 5 above.

Character/number
buttons

Press the desired character button.
Each time you press the button, the character to be
input changes.

Example: When you select Capital letters,
To select “A,” press ABC once.
To select “B,” press ABC twice.
To select “C,” press ABC three times.

Note

• A maximum of 1792 characters can be input on each disc.

To correct a title

1. Follow the steps 1 to 4 described in “Titling” on
page 23.

2. Move the cursor position to the character you want
to correct by pressing 1/¡.

3. Select the desired character by pressing 4/¢.

4. Press TITLE SEARCH to select the overwrite mode
or the insert mode.
Each time you press TITLE SEARCH, the mode
changes as follows:

7 Press ENTER.

The unit saves the title you input, and displays it.

8 Press TITLE INPUT to exit title input mode.

CAUTION

• If you press TITLE INPUT after you input the title but
before pressing ENTER, the title you input is erased.

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Overwrite mode:

TITLE

Inputs a character
by replacing the
current character.

Insert mode:

TITLE

Inputs a character
before the current
character.

5. Press SET.

6. Repeat steps 2 to 5 until all the correction are
completed.

7. Press ENTER, then press TITLE INPUT.

Title search

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OTHER OPERATIONS

EDITING

Timer operation

English

You can easily locate a desired track using the title you
input.

POWER RANDOM REPEAT

/

EDIT

CANCEL

PGM CHECK CLEAR ENTERSET

CHARAC SPACE DELETE

1

M N O P R S T U V Q ZW X Y

67890

& ( ) – / ’ , : ? !

+100

REC

AUTO

PAUSE DISPLAY

REC

REC

AUTO/

INPUT

MODE

MANUAL

TITLE

SEARCH

INPUT

TITLE

+10

EDIT

A B C D E F J K LG H I

2345

TITLE SEARCH

4/¢

3

If you connect the unit and the CRX-M5 with the
system cable, you can enjoy various timer play modes.
For details, refer to the instructions of the CRX-M5.

To play an MD at a preset time

Insert the desired disc into the unit and set the CRX­M5 to timer play mode.

To stop an MD at a preset time

Play the desired disc with the unit and set the CRX-M5
to sleep timer mode.

To record a radio program on an MD at a
preset time

Insert a blank disc into the unit and set the CRX-M5 to
timer recording mode.

1 Press TITLE SEARCH during stop or playback.

• During playback

The title of the current track appears.

• During stop

The title of the first track appears.

2 Press 4/¢ to select the desired title.
3 Press 3 to start play.

The unit starts play from the beginning of the
selected track.

Note

• When you press TITLE INPUT during title search, the unit
enters title input mode automatically.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

MD system limitations

The recording system in your MD recorder is radically
different from those used in cassette and DAT decks
and is characterized by the limitations described below.
Note, however, that these limitations are inherent to the
MD recording system and are not a result of
mechanical trouble.

“DISC FULL” appears in the display before the
maximum recording time (60 or 74 minutes)
has been reached

Once 255 tracks have been recorded on one MD,
“DISC FULL” appears in the display regardless of the
total recorded time. More than 255 tracks cannot be
recorded on one MD. To continue recording, erase
unnecessary tracks, combine tracks to reduce the total
number of tracks, or use another recordable MD.

“DISC FULL” appears in the display before the
maximum number of tracks (255) have been
recorded

During Automatic track marking, fluctuations in
emphasis within songs may be interpreted as song
intervals, increasing the song count and causing “DISC
FULL” to be displayed.

The remaining recording time does not
increase even after erasing numerous short
tracks

Tracks under 12 seconds in length are not counted, so
erasing them may not lead to an increase in the
recording time.

“READING” appears in the display continuously

“READING” lasts longer than normal when a brand new
(blank) disc is inserted.

The total recorded time and the remaining
time on the MD does not equal the maximum
recording time

• Recording is done in minimum units of 2 seconds
each, no matter how short the material. The contents
recorded may thus be shorter than the maximum
recording capacity. Disc space may also be further
reduced by scratches.

• The unit displays the length of the largest continuous
blank area as the remaining time. If there are several
separate blank spaces, the remaining time will only
display a time equivalent to the largest continuous
blank space.
For example, if there is a 1 minute blank space and a
2 minute blank space, the remaining time display will
be “2” minutes. If you then record 1 minute and 30
seconds of the 2 minutes blank, the remaining time
display will become “1” minute.

Tracks created by editing may exhibit sound
dropout during search operations.

Track numbers are not recorded correctly

Incorrect assignment or recording of track numbers
may result when CD tracks are divided into several
smaller tracks during digital recording.

Limitations when recording over an existing
track

• The correct remaining recording time may not be
displayed.

• You may find it impossible to record over a track if
that track has been recorded over several times
already. In this case, erase the track using the Erase
function.

• The remaining recording time may be shortened out
of proportion to the total recorded time.

• Recording over a track to eliminate noise is not
recommended since this may shorten the duration of
the track.

• You may find it impossible to label a track while
recording over it.

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The correct recorded/playing time may not be
displayed during playback of monaural-format MDs.

About copy protection

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

English

Notes about handling MDs

As a digital audio component, the unit conforms with
the Serial Copy Manager System (SCMS) standards.
The Serial Copy Manager System restricts copies
made by recording digital signals to first-generation
copies only. Therefore, an MD recorded through a
digital input cannot be used as a source for making
another digital recording.
However, subsequent recordings can be made from the
first-generation copy by using the analog input/output
jacks.
There are three general rules that apply to the unit.

Rule 1

You can record from digital program sources (CDs,
DATs, or pre-mastered MDs) onto a DAT tape or
recordable MD via the digital input jack on a DAT or MD
recorder. You cannot, however, record from the
recorded DAT tape or MD to another DAT tape or
recordable MD via a digital input jack.

Rule 2

You can record a digital signal input from a digital
satellite broadcast onto a DAT tape or recordable MD
via the digital input jack on the DAT or MD recorder.
(The unit is equipped with a sampling rate converter
that allows you to make digital recordings from 32 kHz,

44.1 kHz, or 48 kHz digital program sources.)
If the broadcast does not contain a copyright protection
code, you can then record the contents of this recorded
DAT tape or MD (first-generation) onto another DAT
tape or recordable MD via a digital input jack on the
DAT or MD recorder to create a second generation
digital copy (these copies may also be copied digitally).
Note, however, that if the broadcast contains a copy
protection code, second-generation digital copying will
not be possible.

Protecting a recorded MD

• To protect a recorded MD, slide the tab on the side of
the MD to open the slot.
In this position, the MD cannot be used for recording.
To record on the MD, slide the tab to close the slot.

Tab

Slide open
the tab

• If the MD is protected against erasure,
“PROTECTED” appears in the display and the MD
cannot be used for recording. Slide the tab to close
the slot.

Care of MDs

• Do not expose the MD to direct sunlight or heat
sources such as hot air ducts, nor leave it in a car
parked in direct sunlight as there can be a
considerable rise in temperature inside the car.

• Periodically remove dust and debris from the
cartridge surface by wiping it with a dry cloth.

• Because the MD itself is housed in a cartridge, you
can handle it normally without being concerned about
dirt or fingerprints. However, malfunctioning may
result if the cartridge itself is dirty or warped.

• Do not open the shutter to expose the MD. Close the
shutter immediately if the shutter opens.

Rule 3

You can record a DAT tape or MD recorded via the
DAT or MD recorder’s analog input jack onto another
DAT tape or MD via the DAT or MD recorder’s digital
output jack. You cannot, however, make a second­generation DAT tape or MD copy via the DAT or MD
recorder’s digital output jack.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Troubleshooting

If the unit fails to operate normally, check the following points to determine whether the fault can be corrected by the
simple measures suggested. If it cannot be corrected, or if the fault is not listed in the SYMPTOM column, disconnect
the power cord and contact your authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center for help. When you repair the unit, the
CRX-M5 may be needed. For details, contact and make sure your authorized YAMAHA dealer or service center.

SYMPTOM

The unit does not respond to
operations.

The unit does not work normally.

Playback is not possible.

Recording is not possible.

The MD cannot be removed when
partially inserted.

Excessive noise.

The remote control transmitter does
not work.

TV functions strangely when the
remote control used.

CAUSE

MD is dirty or damaged.
MD is damaged (“

the display).
There is an influence of strong external

noise (lightning, excessive static
electricity, etc.) or a misoperation was
performed while using the unit.

Moisture on the laser pickup.

The power is OFF.

The disc has been loaded incorrectly.

An unrecorded (blank) MD was loaded
(“BLANK DISC” appears in the display).

The disc is protected from recording
(“PROTECTED” appears in the display).

A pre-mastered MD is loaded (“PLAY
ONLY” appears in the display.

The source is not connected correctly.
The input setting is incorrect.

The recording level is too low.
The digital output level of the digital

source is too low.
There is not enough blank space left on

the MD.

If the AC power cord was unplugged or
there was a power outage during
recording, that recording may be lost.

The carriage lock function has been
activated.

The unit is too close to a television or
other component.

The batteries of the remote control
transmitter are too weak.

The remote control is too far away or is
being used at incorrect angle.

Direct sunlight or lighting (of an inverter
type of fluorescent lamp etc.) is striking
the remote control sensor of the main
unit.

The remote control is being used near TV
set with a remote control sensor.

DISC ERROR

” appears in

REMEDY

Replace the current disc with a new one.

Turn the unit off and disconnect the AC power
from the wall outlet. After about 30 seconds
have passed, connect the power and try again.

Leave the unit switched ON and wait 20 to 30
minutes for the moisture to evaporate before trying
to play the disc.

Press STANDBY/ON or POWER to turn the unit
on.

Reload the disc with the label side facing up,
and the arrow pointing toward the disc insertion
slot.

Insert a recorded MD.

Slide the record-protect tab to the closed position.

Load a recordable MD.

Check all connections again.
Press REC INPUT repeatedly to select the

correct input source.
Turn REC LEVEL to adjust the recording level.
Set the digital output level of the digital source

to “MAX.”
Load a recordable MD with fewer recorded

tracks, or erase unnecessary tracks from the
current MD.

If recording was interrupted, try recording again
starting from the beginning.

Insert the MD completely, then press ) to eject
it.

Place the unit further away from the television
or other component.

Replace the batteries with new ones.

Use within 6 m and 60° radius.

Change the position of the main unit.

Relocate this unit away from the TV or cover
TV’s remote control sensor.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Display messages

When using the unit, the following messages may appear in the display. The meaning of the displayed messages are:

English

DISPLAYED MESSAGE

NO DISC
UNLOCK

SCMS ON

Not Audio
DISC FULL

TITLE FULL

BLANK DISC
NO TRACKS

READING
WRITING
DISC ERROR

EDIT NOW!
CAN’T EDIT

ok? (blinking)

PROTECTED

PLAY ONLY

MEANING

There is no disc in the unit. Insert a disc.
No digital signal being input to the

selected digital input jack.
An attempt is made to record digital

signal from a source while its digital copy
has been prohibited by SCMS.

The inserted disc is not an audio MD.
Recording is not possible because there

is no blank space remaining on the disc.
Additional characters cannot be input for

the current title because the maximum
number of characters for a single title (80)
have already been input.

The disc does not contain any recordings.
The disc does not contain any tracks but

has a disc title.
The unit is reading the TOC data.
The unit is writing the TOC data.
Problem involving TOC data.

The editing operation is in progress.
Edit operations are not possible because

of MD system limitations.
This is message for confirming if editing

can really be performed.
The record protection on the inserted MD

is set to “protect”.
The inserted MD is a designed for

playback only (you cannot record on this
disc).

REMEDY

Insert a disc.
Make sure the connection for digital recordings

are correct.
Use analog recording.

Insert an audio MD.
Change the disc with enough blank for

recording.
Erase some characters.

Change the recorded disc.
Record some on the disc.

This is normal operation.
This is normal operation.
Erase all tracks. If not possible, use another

MD.
This is normal operation.
Perform editing following the restrictions.

Press ENTER to perform editing.

See “Notes about handling MDs” on page 27.

Insert the recordable MD.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Specifications

As a part of policy of continuous improvement, YAMAHA reserves the right to make design and specification changes
for product improvement without prior notice. The performance specification figures indicated are nominal values of
production.

Digital audio system

System ............................................... MiniDisc digital audio system

Frequency response (20 Hz to 20 kHz) ................................. ±1 dB

Sampling frequency ...........................................................44.1 kHz

(32 kHz and 48 kHz signals are converted to 44.1kHz for recording)

Laser Diode Properties

• Material: GaAs + GaAlAs

• Wavelength: 785 ± 20 nm

• Emission Duration: continuous

• Laser Output: max. 50 µW*
* This output is the value measured at a distance of about

200 mm from the objective lens surface on the Optical Pick-up
Block.

General

Power supply

[U.S.A. and Canada models].......................... AC 120 V, 60 Hz

[Australia model] ............................................ AC 240 V, 50 Hz

[U.K., Europe, and Singapore models]........... AC 230 V, 50 Hz

[General model].................................. AC 115/230 V, 50/60 Hz

Power consumption ................................................................ 14 W

Dimensions ....................................................... 200 x 75 x 317 mm

Weight .................................................................................... 2.8 kg

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glish

• CAUTION
Use the 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 adjustments as this
may result in exposure to hazardous radiation.

• VORSICHT
Verwenden Sie den Mini-Disc Recorder nur
entsprechend den in dieser Anleitung
angegebenen Anweisungen, und versuchen
Sie nicht, den Verriegelungsschalter zu
beeinträchtigen, oder machen Sie keine
andere Einstellung, da dies dazu führen kann,
gefährlicher Ausstrahlung ausgesetzt zu
werden.

• ATTENTION
Utiliser le lecteur-enregistreur minidisc en
respectant les indications données dans ce
manuel et éviter l’intervention sur le
commutateur de verrouillage ou tout autre
réglage. En cas de non-respect, on
s’exposera à une radiation dangereuse.

Klassmärkning för Finland

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE
KLASS 1 LASERAPPARAT

VÝSTRAHA: VÝROBEK JE VYBAVEN LASEREM.
PŘI NESPRÁVNÉ MANIPULACI S PŘÍSTROJEM V
ROZPORU S TÍMTO NÁVODEM MŮŽE DOJÍT K
NEBEZPEČNÉMU OZÁŘENÍ. NEOTVÍREJTE A
NESNÍMEJTE PROTO ŽÁDNÉ KRYTY A
PŘÍSTROJ NEOPRAVUJTE. OPRAVU A SERVIS
SVĚŘTE ODBORNÉMU SERVISU.

• PRECAUCIÓN
Utilice el grabador/reproductor minidisc sólo
de acuerdo con las instrucciones dadas en
este manual y no intente interferir el interruptor
de bloqueo ni realizar ningún otro ajuste
porque podría ocasionar la exposición a
radiacón peligrosa.

• OBSERVERA
Använd den miniskivinspelaren endast i
enlighet med anvisningarna i denna
bruksanvisning och försök inte påverka
låsningsströmbrytaren eller göra andra
inställningar som kan leda till risk för farlig
strålning.

• ATTENZIONE
Quando si usa il registratore de minidisc,
seguire le istruzioni di questo. Non cercare di
interferire con l’interruttore interbloccato e non
effettuare altre regolazioni, poiché ciò
potrebbe provocare un’esposizione a
pericolose radiazioni.

• LET OP
Gebruik deze MiniDisc-recorder alleen zoals in
de aanwijzingen in deze gebruiksaanwijzing
staat vermeld. Maak geen veranderingen in de
interlockschakelaar of andere onderdelen,
daar dit mogelijk blootstelling aan gevaarlijke
stralingen veroorzaakt.

VAROITUS! LAITTEEN KÄYTTÄMINEN MUULLA
KUIN TÄSSÄ
KÄYTTÖOHJEESSA MAINITULLA TAVALLA
SAATTAA ALTISTAA KÄYTTÄJÄN
TURVALLISUUSLUOKAN 1 YLITTÄVÄLLE
NÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE LASERSÄTEILYLLE.

VARNING - OM APPARATEN ANVÄNDS PÅ
ANNAT SÄTT ÄN I DENNA BRUKSANVISNING
SPECIFICERAS. KAN ANVÄNDAREN UTSÄTTAS
FÖR OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING, SOM
ÖVERSKRIDER GRÄNSEN FÖR LASERKLASS 1.

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