Sharp MD-MT190H User manual

PORTABLER MINI-DISC RECORDER
LECTEUR-ENREGISTREUR MINIDISC PORTABLE
REGISTRATORE DI MINIDISCHI PORTATILE
DRAAGBARE MINIDISC RECORDER
PORTABLE MINIDISC RECORDER
MODELL MODEL
MODÈLE MODEL
MODELLO
MD-MT190H
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
MODE D’EMPLOI
MANUALE DI ISTRUZIONI
GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING
OPERATION MANUAL
DEUTSCH ······ Siehe Seiten i bis vi und
D-1 bis D-44.
FRANÇAIS ······ Se reporter aux pages i à vi et
F-1 à F-44.
ITALIANO ······ Leggere le pagine i a vi e
I-1 a I-44.
NEDERLANDS ······ Raadpleeg de bladzijden i t/m vi en
N-1 t/m N-44.
ENGLISH ······ Please refer to pages i to vi and
E-1 to E-44.
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BESONDERE ANMERKUNGEN
REMARQUES SPÉCIALES
NOTE PARTICOLARI
BIJZONDERE OPMERKINGEN
SPECIAL NOTES
●Dieses Gerät entspricht den Anforderungen der EG-
Richtlinien 89/336/EWG und 73/23/EWG mit Änderung
93/68/EWG.
●Ce matériel répond aux exigences contenues dans les
directives 89/336/CEE et 73/23/CEE modifiées par la di-
rective 93/68/CEE.
●Este aparato satisface las exigencias de las Directivas
89/336/CEE y 73/23/CEE, modificadas por medio de la
93/68/CEE.
●
Denna utrustning uppfyller kraven enligt riktlinjerna 89/336/
EEC och 73/23/EEC så som kompletteras av 93/68/EEC.
●Quest’ apparecchio è conforme ai requisiti delle direttive
89/336/EEC e 73/23/EEC, come emendata dalla direttiva
93/68/EEC.
●Dit apparaat voldoet aan de eisen van de richtlijnen 89/
336/EEG en 73/23/EEG, gewijzigd door 93/68/EEG.
●
This equipment complies with the requirements of Directives
89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC as amended by 93/68/EEC.
DENNA APPARAT ÄR ANSLUTEN TILL 230 V
VÄXELSTRÖM NÄR STICKPROPPEN ÄR INSKJUTEN I
VÄGGUTTAGET. FÖR ATT FULLSTÄNDIGT KOPPLA
IFRÅN APPARATEN V.G. DRAG UT STICKPROPPEN.
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ønsker man at tilslutte en DC-adaptor såskal def vaere en
godkendt type med indbygget sikring.
Vid anslutning till yttre likspänningskälla skall det alltid finnas
en säkring i kretsen.
Käytettäessäakkua tai mutta ulkopuolista tasajännitelähdettä
on laitteen ja jännitelähteen välilläboltava sulakkeella
varustettu adaptori.
When connecting the appliance to an external DC-source,
ensure that there is a fuse protection in the circuit.
●Audio-visuelles Material kann Urheberrechte umfassen, die
ohne Genehmigung des Eigentümers dieser Urheberrechte
nicht aufgenommen werden dürfen. Siehe die ent-
sprechenden nationalen Gesetze.
●Le matériel audio-visuel peut comporter des oeuvres faisant
l’objet de droits d’auteur qui ne peuvent être enregistrées
sans l’autorisation du possesseur du droit d’auteur, veuillez
vous référer aux réglementations nationales en vigueur.
●Il materiale audio-visivo che fosse soggetto a copyright non
puòessere registrato senza l’autorizzazione del possessore
del copyright. Si prega di attenersi alle leggi in vigore sul
territorio nazionale.
●Audio-visueel materiaal kan worden beschermd door
auteursrechten, in welk geval het niet mag worden
opgenomen zonder de toestemming van de auteurs-
rechthouder. Zie voor nadere informatie de betreffende
wetten in het land van gebruik.
●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 relevant law in your
country.
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●Dette udstyr overholder kravene i direktiv nr. 89/336/EEC
og 73/23/EEC med tillaeg nr. 93/68/EEC.
●Este equipamento obedece às exigências das directivas
89/336/CEE e 73/23/CEE, na sua versão corrigida pela
directiva 93/68/CEE.
●Dette produktet oppfyller betingelsene i direktivene 89/336/
EEC og 73/23/EEC i endringen 93/68/EEC.
●Tämälaite täyttää direktiivien 89/336/EEC ja 73/23/EEC
vaatimukset, joita on muutettu direktiivillä93/68/EEC.
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Vorsicht:
Das Gerät weder Tropf- noch Spritzwasser aussetzen.
Ansonsten besteht die Gefahr eines Brandes oder elektrischen
Schlages. Es sollten keine mit Flüssigkeiten gefüllten
Gegenstände wie Vasen auf dem Gerät abgestellt werden.
Attention:
Pour éviter un incendie ou une secousse électrique, mettre
l’appareil àl’abri d’eau (éclaboussure, goutte). Ne pas poser
sur l’appareil un récipient contenant du liquide.
Attenzione:
Per prevenire incendi o scosse elettriche, non fare gocciolare
nessun liquido sull’apperecchio e non bagnarlo. Non collocarvi
sopra nessun oggetto riempito d’acqua, come per esempio
vasi.
Waarschuwing:
Stel het toestel niet bloot aan druipend of spattend water om
brand en elektrische schokken te voorkomen. Met vloeistoffen
gevulde voorwerpen, zoals vazen, mogen niet op het toestel
geplaatst worden.
Warning:
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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Advarsel:
Til at forbygge ild og stød risiko, lad vaere med at undsaette
denne indretning for drypning eller overstaenkning.
Der måikke anbringes nogen genstande fyldt med vand, som
for eksempel vaser, pådette apparat.
Advarsel:
For åunngåbrann eller kortslutning, utsett ikke produktet for
vann eller fuktighet.
Gjenstander som inneholder væske, feks. en blomstervase, må
ikke plasseres oppåapparatet.
Varoitus:
Älävie laitetta sateeseen tai kosteisiin tiloihin. Jos laite on
kostunut, anna sen kuivua ennen kuin käytät sitäverkkovirralla.
Nestettäsisältäviäastioita kuten esim. kukkamaljakoita ei saa
asettaa laitteen päälle.
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VORSICHT:
Längeres Abspielen einer tragbaren Stereoanlage mit voller
Leistung kann das Gehör des Benutzers beschädigen.
Im Falle der Verwendung mit dem SHARP Ohrhörer
(Modellnummer: RPHOH0004AWZZ) entspricht das Modell dem
Gesetz. Bestellen Sie richtigen Ohrhörer, wenn es zur
Beschädigung kommt.
ATTENTION:
A pleine puissance, l’écoute prolongée du baladeur peut
endommager l’oreille de l’utilisateur.
Le produit est en conformitéavec la loi quand il est utiliséavec
les écouteurs SHARP (modèle n˚RPHOH0004AWZZ). Si ceux-
ci venaient àêtre endommagés, remplacez-les par des écouteurs
appropriés.
AVVERTENZA:
L’ascolto prolungato ad alto volume di uno stereo personal può
danneggiare l’udito.
ll modello èin conformitàdi legge se usato con gli auricolari
SHARP (numero di modello RPHOH0004AWZZ).Ordinare nuovi
auricolari se quelli forniti si guastano.
LET OP:
Langdurig luisteren naar een stereo-geluidsinstallatie met een
hoog volume kan het gehoor beschadigen.
Dit model voldoet aan de legale vereisten bij gebruik met de
SHARP hoofdtelefoon (modelnummer RPHOH0004AWZZ).
Vervang de bijgeleverde hoofdtelefoon indien beschadigd door
een voor dit toestel geschikte hoofdtelefoon.
CAUTION:
At full power prolonged listening to a personal stereo may dam-
age the user’s hearing.
The model is in compliance with the law in case of using it with
the SHARP earphones (model number RPHOH0004AWZZ).Or-
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●VORSICHT
Verwenden Sie den portablen Mini-Disc Recorder nur
entsprechend den in dieser Anleitung angegebenen
Anweisungen, und versuchen Sie nicht, den Verriege-
lungsschalter zu beeinträchtigen, oder machen Sie keine
andere Einstellung, da dies dazu führen kann, gefährlicher
Ausstrahlung ausgesetzt zu werden.
●ATTENTION
Utiliser le lecteur-enregistreur minidisc portable 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 àune radiation dangereuse.
●ATTENZIONE
Quando si usa il registratore di minidischi portatile, seguire le
istruzioni di questo manuale. Non cercare di interferire con
l’interruttore interbloccato e non effettuare altre regolazioni,
poichéciòpotrebbe provocare un’esposizione a pericolose
radiazioni.
●LET OP
Gebruik deze draagbare 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.
●CAUTION
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 adjust-
ment as this may result in exposure to hazardous radiation.
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●Dieses Produkt ist ein Laserprodukt der Klasse 1.
●
Ce produit est classifiécomme étant un LASER DE CLASSE 1.
● Questo prodotto èclassificeto come CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.
●Dit product is geclassificeerd als een KLASSE 1 LASER
PRODUCT.
●This product is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.
●Dette produktet er klassifisert som et KLASSE 1
LASERPRODUKT.
●Dette produkt er klassificeret som et KLASSE 1
LASERPRODUKT.
●Tämälaite on luokiteltu LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITTEEKSI.
●Denna produkt klassificeras som KLASS 1 LASERAPPARAT.
●
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Eigenschaften der Laserdiode
●Material: GaAlAs
●Wellenlänge: 785 nm
●Impulszeit:
Lesemodus: 0,8 mW, kontinuierlich
Schreibmodus: max. 10 mW, 0,5 S
min. Zyklus 1,5 S
Wiederholung
Caractéristiques de la diode laser
●Matière: GaAlAs
●Longueur d’onde: 785 nm
●Durées de l’impulsion:
Mode de lecture: 0,8 mW (ininterrompue)
Mode d’écriture: 10 mW (maxi), 0,5 s
Cycle mini 1,5 s
Répétition
Proprietàdel diodo laser
●Materiale: GaAlAs
●Lunghezza d’onda: 785 nm
●Tempo di impulso:
Modo di lettura: 0,8 mW Continua
Modo di scrittura: max 10 mW 0,5 S
ciclo minimo 1,5 S
Ripetizione
Karakteristieken van laserdiode
●Materiaal: GaAlAs
●Golflengte: 785 nm
●Pulstijden:
Leesfunctie: 0,8 mW Doorlopend
Schrijffunctie: max. 10 mW 0,5 S
min. cycle 1,5 S
Herhaling
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Laser Diode Properties
●Material: GaAlAs
●Wavelength: 785 nm
●Pulse time:
Read mode: 0.8 mW Continuous
Write mode: max 10 mW 0.5S
min cycle 1.5S
Repetition
Laserdiodens egenskaber
●Materiale: GaAlAs
●Bolgelaengde: 785 nm
●Impulstider:
Laesemodus: 0,8 mW kontinuerlig
Skrivemodus: max 10 mW 0,5 S
min cyklus 1,5 S
Repetition
Laserdiodens egenskaper
●Material: GaAlAs
●Bølgelengde: 785 nm
●pulstid:
Lese-modus: 0,8 mW kontinuerlig
Skrive-modus: maks. 10 mW 0,5 S
min. syklus 1,5 S
Gjentakelse

Waarschuwing:
De bijgeleverde netadapter bevat geen onderdelen die door
de gebruiker kunnen worden gerepareerd.
Verwijder nooit de behuizing. Dit mag alleen door erkend
onderhoudspersoneel worden gedaan. Het inwendige van
het toestel staat onder gevaarlijke spanning. Ontkoppel altijd
de stekker van het netsnoer alvorens onderhoud aan het
toestel uit te voeren of indien u het toestel voor langere tijd
niet gebruikt.
Warning:
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.
Warnung:
Im mitgelieferten Netzadapter sind keine vom Benutzer
wartbare Teile vorhanden.
Niemals Abdeckungen entfernen, außer wenn Sie dafür
qualifiziert sind. Darin sind gefährliche Spannungen
vorhanden. Vor Ausführung von irgendwelchen Kunden-
dienstarbeiten oder bei längerer Nichtverwendung stets den
Netzstecker aus der Netzsteckdose ziehen.
Attention:
L’adaptateur CA livréavec l’appareil contient des organes non-
réparables par l’utilisateur.
Àmoins d’être qualifié, on ne démontera pas l’appareil qui
renferme des organes portés àhaute tension. Débrancher
l’appareil avant toute réparation ou en période de non-emploi
prolongée.
Avvertenza:
L’adattatore CA fornito in dotazione non contiene parti idonee
al servizio da parte dell’utente.
Non rimuovere mai le coperture se non si èqualificati a farlo.
All’interno dell’adattatore èpresente un voltaggio che può
essere pericoloso. Rimuovere sempre la spina del cavo di
alimentazione dalla presa di rete prima di eseguire qualsiasi
operazione di assistenza tecnica o quando si prevede di non
utilizzare l’apparecchiatura per un lungo periodo di tempo.
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VAROITUS! LAITTEEN KÄYTTÄMINEN MUULLA KUIN TÄSSÄ
KÄYTTÖOHJEESSA MAINITULLA TAVALLA SAATTAA ALTISTAA
KÄYTTÄJÄN TURVALLISUUSLUOKAN 1 YLITTÄVÄLLE
NÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE LASERSÄTEILYLLE.
VARNING - OM APPARATEN ANVÄNDS PÅANNAT SÄTT ÄN I
DENNA BRUKSANVISNING SPECIFICERAS. KANANVÄNDAREN
UTSÄTTAS FÖR OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING, SOM
ÖVERSKRIDER GRÄNSEN FÖR LASERKLASS 1.
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Important Introduction
-Introduction/Contents-
Introduction
Contents
Page
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Important Introduction
Special Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Names of Controls and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
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Power Source
Using with the Rechargeable Battery. . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Using with the AC Adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Using with the Alkaline Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
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Preparation
Inserting a MiniDisc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
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Basic Operation
Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-13
Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-15
Hold Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
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Useful Features
Advanced Playback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-17
Advanced Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-23
Recording from a Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-26
Checking Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27-28
Changing Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
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Advanced Features
Titling a MiniDisc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30-32
Editing a Recorded MiniDisc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33-35
Listening through Another System. . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
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References
Other Features and Caution. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
MiniDisc System Limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39-40
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41-42
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43-44
Thank you for purchasing this SHARP product. For the best performance, read this manual carefully. It will guide you
in operating your SHARP product.

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Important Introduction
-Special Notes/Accessories/Optional Accessories-
Special Notes
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US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laboratories.
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The AC adaptor supplied with the MD-MT190H must not
be used with other equipment.
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When recording important selections, make a preliminary
test to ensure that the desired material is properly
recorded.
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SHARP is not liable for damage or loss of your recording
arising from malfunction of this unit.
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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.
Accessories
Notes:
Optional Accessories
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Car adaptor (AD-CA20X)
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Cassette adaptor (AD-CT14)
Remote Control x 1 Earphones x 1 AC Adaptor
(RADPA7057AWZZ) x 1
Rechargeable Nickel-Metal Hy-
dride battery (AD-N55BT) x 1
Battery Carrying
Case x 1 Connection Cable (for digital recording) x 1
Connection Cable (for
analogue recording) x 1
Carrying Bag x 1 Battery Case x 1
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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.

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-Names of Controls and Indicators-
Names of Controls and Indicators
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Main unit
Reference page
1. Record/Track Mark Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 22
2. Bass/Delete Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15, 31
3. Menu/Charge Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6, 12, 20, 29
4. Enter/Fast Play/Synchro Button . . . . . . 12, 17, 20
5. Volume/Cursor/Fast Forward/Fast Reverse/
Recording Level/
Name Select Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 14, 16, 31
6. Open Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
7. Stop/Power Off/Hold Button . . . . . . . . . 12, 14, 15
8. Rechargeable Battery Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
9. Play/Pause Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 14
10. Battery Case Connection Terminals . . . . . . . . . . 8
11. 5 V DC Input Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
12. Optical/Line Input Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
13. Microphone Input Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
14. Remote Control/Earphones/
Line Output Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 36
12
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4
5
6
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-Names of Controls and Indicators-
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Display panel
Reference page
1. Level Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2. Stereo Recording Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
3. Long-play/Recording Mode Indicator . . . . . . . . 18
4. Repeat Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
5. Monaural Mode Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
6. Record Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
7. Disc Mode Indicator
8. Synchro Recording Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
9. Total Track Number Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
10. Disc Name Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
11. TOC Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
12. Battery Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
13. Random Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
14. Track Number Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
15. Character/Time Information Indicator
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Remote control unit
Reference page
1. Earphones Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
2. Bass Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15, 31
3. Volume/Cursor Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 31
4. Hold Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
5. Play/Pause Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 14
6. Fast Forward/Fast Reverse/Recording Level/
Name Select Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 16, 30
7. Stop/Power Off Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 14

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Important Introduction
-Precautions-
Precautions
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Important
To avoid accidental electric shock or other possible
problems, observe the precautions listed below.
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Do not disassemble or modify the unit.
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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.
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SHARP is not responsible for damage due to improper
use. Refer all servicing to a SHARP authorised service
centre.
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Storing the unit
Avoid using or leaving the unit in the following places.
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Places exposed to direct sunlight for many hours (espe-
cially in cars with the doors and windows closed) or near
heaters. (The cabinet may deform, change colour or the
unit may malfunction.)
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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 loud-
speakers.
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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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Do not wear your earphones when you are crossing
streets or near traffic.
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Do not use your earphones whilst driving a
motor vehicle, it may create a traffic haz-
ard and may be illegal. Remember to obey
all of the safety rules in your area.
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Do not play the unit at a high volume.
Hearing experts advise against extended
listening at high volume levels.
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If you experience ringing in your ears, reduce the volume
or discontinue use.
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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.
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The apparatus is designed for use in moderate climate.

This portable MD should only be used within the range of
0°C - 40°C (32°F - 104°F).
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It is not recommendable to put the
MiniDisc into a rear pocket, as this
may damage the product when sit-
ting.

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Power Source
-Using with the Rechargeable Battery-
Using with the Rechargeable Battery
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Charging the rechargeable battery
When the rechargeable battery is used for the first time
or when you want to use it after a long period of disuse,
be sure to charge it fully.
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After the rechargeable battery is charged or used, it
will get slightly warm. This is normal.

When the portable MD is turned on or operating, the
battery will not be charged.

For information about the battery life, see the battery
item in the "Specifications" on page 44.
Do not force the
battery cover
open too far.
AC 230V,
50/60Hz
To the DC IN
5V socket
Insert the
–side first.
1Insert the rechargeable battery.
A rechargeable battery other than the AD-N55BT
cannot be charged.
2Plug the AC adaptor into the wall socket, and
then insert the plug on the other end into the DC
IN 5V socket.
3Press the MENU/CHRG button.
The battery indicator will scroll, and battery will be-
gin charging.
Scrolling

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Power Source
-Using with the AC Adaptor-
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About charging time
After about 3.5 hours have passed, " " will
go out. The battery is charged up to 90% if it is
completely discharged.
To charge the battery fully, continue charging for about 2
more hours. In this case, you do not need to press the
MENU/CHRG button. Even if the MENU/CHRG button is
pressed, " " will not appear.
Notes:
Caution:
Using with the AC Adaptor
Plug the AC adaptor into the wall socket, and then insert the
plug on the other end into the DC IN 5V socket.
Caution:

Insert the plugs firmly.

When the unit is not in use for extended periods, remove
the AC adaptor from the wall socket.
Note:
If power failure occurs whilst playing a disc using the AC
adaptor, disconnect it from the wall socket. Otherwise, play-
back may start automatically when electricity resumes.

Charge the battery within the
range of 5°C - 35°C (41°F - 95°F).

The unit can be left in the charg-
ing state after it is completed.

Carry the battery in the supplied
case. Apply the case on the
end.

Use the specified battery AD-N55BT only. Do not
charge a battery (nickel-cadmium, alkaline, etc.) other
than that specified.

Do not remove the outer cover of
the rechargeable battery. It may
cause heat generation, fire, or ex-
plosion.

Do not dip the battery in water, do
not dispose of it in a fire, and do
not take it apart.

If the rechargeable battery terminal is dirty, charging
may not start. In such a case, wipe off the dirt with a
dry cloth.

Do not disassemble the battery.
To the DC IN 5V socket
AC 230V, 50/60Hz

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Power Source
-Using with the Alkaline Battery-
Using with the Alkaline Battery
Use one commercially available alkaline battery (LR6,
"AA" size). When using the alkaline battery, be sure to insert the
rechargeable battery also.
Caution:

Whilst you are using the rechargeable battery and the
alkaline battery at the same time, do not remove either
of them. If you do, when the unit is in the play mode,
playback will stop. When in the recording mode, the
recorded contents will be erased, and the power may
be disconnected.

Do not replace the battery or the rechargeable battery
during operation.

Do not use a rechargeable battery (nickel-cad-
mium battery etc.) in the battery case.

If the unit is not used for a long period of time, remove
the battery. (Even if the power is turned off, the battery
will be drained slowly but continuously.)
2
1
RELEASE LOCK
Open
Press
Back of the
portable MD
1Open the case cover.
2Insert an alkaline battery into the battery case.
3Attach the battery case to the portable MD.

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Preparation
-Inserting a MiniDisc-
Inserting a MiniDisc
Notes:

Do not place the MiniDisc under the holder.

If any resistance is felt, do not force the MiniDisc into
the unit, as it may cause damage to the unit. If resis-
tance is felt, remove the MiniDisc and reload it.

The lid cannot be opened if "TOC" is displayed; refer
to the instruction on page 13.
Recording
prevented
Recordable
When you record on a MiniDisc,
check that the erase prevention
tab is set to the "Recordable"
position.
1Slide the OPEN lever to release the compart-
ment door.
2Lift it up.
3Insert a MiniDisc as shown.
4Close the compartment door.

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Preparation
-Connections-
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.
DIGITAL OUT
RIGHT LEFT
■ To connect to a stereo system with "LINE OUT" or "AUDIO OUT" sockets (Analogue connection)
To the wall socket
Red :To Right
White :To Left
Supplied
connection
cable
■ To connect to a stereo system with a "DIGITAL OUT" or
"OPTICAL OUT" socket (Digital connection)
Compared to analogue connection recording,
it allows high-quality recording.
Some audio systems do not have a DIGITAL OUT socket.
Check before connecting.
If the audio system has only one pair of sockets, they are usually
for input only and recording via this connection is not possible.
AC 230V,
50/60Hz
Supplied
connection cable
To the DC IN
5V socket
To the LINE IN/
OPTICAL socket

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Basic Operation
-Recording-
Recording
Before recording
Cancel the hold mode.
The portable MD does not work whilst in the hold mode.
As for the details, see page 15.
1Press the REC button.
2Begin playback on the stereo system connected
to this portable MD.
3Press the REC LEVEL or button to adjust
the recording level.
Analogue recording
Adjust the recording level so that the maximum sound
volume from the source makes the reading swing
somewhere between -4 dB and 0 dB.
Level meter indicator
Digital recording
You can adjust the level in 1dB increments between
+12dB and -12dB.
+12dB to -12dB
Once you adjust the digital recording level, the setting
is retained even after the recording stops. (For cancel-
lation instructions, see page 29.)
4Press the PAUSE button on the stereo system
to enter the playback pause mode.
Here you can search for the track to be recorded.

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Basic Operation
-Recording-
Notes:

Changing the volume level whilst recording does not affect
the recording.

You cannot adjust the bass level whilst recording.

Complete the operation within 7 seconds whilst selecting
the menus.
To interrupt recording
Press the button.

To resume recording, press the button again.

The track number will be increased by one each time
the recording is interrupted.
To stop recording
Press the :OFF/HOLD button.
Notes:

Whilst "TOC" appears, the MiniDisc recorded contents
have not yet been updated.

To prevent the new recording from being lost, it is not
possible to remove the MiniDisc whilst "TOC" is dis-
played.
To update the recorded contents of the Mini-
Disc
Press the :OFF/HOLD button whilst in the stop mode.
The power turns off after recorded contents have been
updated on the MiniDisc.
5Press the MENU/CHRG button repeatedly to select
"REC MODE".
6Press the ENTER/SYNC button.
7Press the MENU/CHRG button repeatedly to select
the recording mode (page 18).
8Press the ENTER/SYNC button.
The mode will be set automatically after 7 seconds
even if the ENTER/SYNC button is not pressed.
9Press the button to start the MiniDisc unit re-
cording.
10Begin playback on the stereo system, the output
will be recorded.
(2 times long recording)
(4 times long recording)
(Monaural recording)
(Stereo recording)
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Basic Operation
-Recording-
Recording (continued)
About the TOC
After any recording or editing function, "TOC" (Table Of
Contents) is displayed. To finalise the recording or editing
function, turn the power off. During this process "TOC"
will flash and "TOC EDIT!" will be displayed. During any
recording or editing function, the MiniDisc unit lid is
locked, and the MiniDisc cannot be removeduntil the pro-
cess 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.
Otherwise, tracks may not be recorded properly.
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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.
To add a recording to such a MiniDisc, slide the acciden-
tal erase prevention tab back to its original position.
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Helpful tip when attaching a label
When attaching a label to an MiniDisc cartridge, be sure
to note the following. If the label is not attached properly,
the MiniDisc may jam inside the unit and you may not be
able to remove it.
- 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.

If the label peels off or partially lifts
away, replace it with a new one.

Do not put a new label on top of an ex-
isting one.

Attach the label only in the specified
location.
Recording
prevented
Recordable