Sharp MD-MT99C User manual

PORTABLE MINIDISC RECORDER
LECTEUR-ENREGISTREUR MINIDISC PORTABLE
MODEL
MODÈLE
MD-MT99C
OPERATION MANUAL
MODE D’EMPLOI
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FRANÇAIS ······ Se reporter aux pages F-1 à F-48.
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Important Introduction
-Introduction/Contents-
Introduction
Contents
„Important Introduction
Special Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Names of Controls and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
„Preparation
Inserting a MiniDisc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8
„Basic Operation
Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-12
Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-14
„Useful Features
Advanced Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-16
Advanced Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-22
Recording from a Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23-26
Checking Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27-28
Battery Power. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29-30
Hold Function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
„Advanced Features
Changing Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Titling a MiniDisc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33-36
Editing a Recorded MiniDisc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37-39
Listening through Another System. . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
„References
Other Features and Caution. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
MiniDisc System Limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43-44
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45-46
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47-48
Thank you for purchasing this SHARP product. For the bestperformance, read this manual carefully. Itwill guideyou
in operating your SHARP product.

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Important Introduction
-Special Notes/Accessories-
Special Notes
zUS and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laboratories.
zThe AC adaptor supplied with the MD-MT99C must not be
used with other equipment.
zWhen recording important selections, make a preliminary
test to ensure that the desired material is properly
recorded.
zSHARP is not liable for damage or loss of your recording
arising from malfunction of this unit.
zThe letters in brackets contained in the model number
indicate the colour of the product only. Operation and
specifications are unaffected.
zAudio-visual material may consist of copyrighted works
which must not be recorded without the authority of the
owner of the copyright. Please refer to the relevant laws in
your country.
Accessories
Notes:
Remote Control x 1 Headphones x 1 AC Adaptor x 1 Battery Carrying Case x 1
Rechargeable Nickel-
Metal Hydride Battery
(AD-N70BT) x 1
Connection Cable
(for analogue recording)
x 1
Connection Cable
(for digital recording) x 1 Carrying Bag x 1
zParts and equipment mentioned in this operation manual other than those detailed above are not included.
zThe AC adaptor may be different from the one in the drawing.
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Important Introduction
-Names of Controls and Indicators-
Names of Controls and Indicators
„Main unit Reference page
1.5V DC Input Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.Optical/Line Input Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 8
3.Microphone Input Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
4.Bass/Delete Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 34
5.Edit/Auto Mark/Time Mark Button . . . . . 21, 26, 33
6.Display/Character Select Button . . . . . . . . . 27, 33
7. Mode/Charge Button. . . . . . . . . . 10, 16, 17, 29, 32
8.Record/Track Mark Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9, 21
9.Volume/Cursor/Fast Forward/
Fast Reverse/Recording Level/
Name Select Button . . . . . . . . . . . 9, 14, 15, 33, 34
10. Play/Pause Button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10, 14
11. Stop/Power Off/Hold Button . . . . . . . . . . 10, 14, 31
12.Enter/Fast Play/Synchro Button. . . . . . . 16, 19, 33
13.Remote Control/Headphones/
Line Output Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13, 40
14.Open Lever. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
15.Battery Cover. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

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Important Introduction
-Names of Controls and Indicators-
„Display panel Reference page
1.Level Meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.Record Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.Long-play/Recording Mode Indicator. . . . . . 10, 17
4.Monaural Mode Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
5.Repeat Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
6.TOC Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
7.Synchro Recording Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
8.Disc Mode Indicator
9.Disc Name Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
10.Track Name Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
11.Remaining Recording Time Indicator. . . . . . . . . 27
12. Total Track Number Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
13.Fast Play Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
14.Battery Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
15.Random Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
16. Track Number Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
17.Character/Time Information Indicator
„Remote control unit Reference page
1.Headphones Socket. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.Bass/Delete/Track Mark Button. . . . . . . . 14, 21, 34
3.Volume Down/Cursor Button. . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 34
4.Volume Up/Cursor Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 34
5.Hold Switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
6.Play/Pause Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10, 14
7.Fast Reverse/Recording Level Down/Name Select
Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9, 15, 33
8.Fast Forward/Recording Level Up/Name Select
Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9, 15, 33
9.Stop/Power Off Button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10, 14
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Important Introduction
-Precautions-
Precautions
„Important
zDo not wear your headphones when you are crossing
streets or near traffic.
zDo not play the unit at a high volume. Hearing experts
advise against extended listening at high volume levels.
zIf you experience ringing in your ears, reduce the volume
or discontinue use.
zThis portable MD should only be used within the range of
0°C - 40°C (32°F - 104°F).
To avoid accidental electric shock or other possible
problems, observe the precautions listed below.
zDo not disassemble or modify the unit.
zDo not drop or subject the unit to shock.
zDo not use the unit near open flames.
zDo not spill liquid on the unit.
zDo not use an external power supply, other than the 5V
DC supplied with this unit, as it may damage it.
zSHARP is not responsible for damage due to improper
use. Refer all servicing to a SHARP authorised service
centre.
„Storing the unit
Avoid using or leaving the unit in the following places.
zIf 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.
zIt is not recommendable to put the MiniDisc into a rear
pocket, as this may damage the product when sitting.
zDo not use your headphones whilst
drivingamotorvehicle.Itmaycreatea
traffic hazard and may be illegal. Re-
member to obey all of the safety rules
in your area.
zPlaces exposed to direct sunlight for
many hours (especially in cars with the
doors and windows closed) or near
heaters. (The cabinet may deform,
change colour or the unit may malfunc-
tion.)
zPlaces exposed to excessive dust.
zPlaces exposed to water.
zPlaces where temperatures are exces-
sively high or low.
zPlaces (bathrooms) where the humidity
is extremely high.
zPlaces with strong magnetic fields such
as TVs or loudspeakers.
zPlaces exposed to vibration.
zPlaces where sand can easily enter the
inside of the unit (beaches etc.).

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Preparation
-Inserting a MiniDisc-
Inserting a MiniDisc
Notes:
zDo not place the MiniDisc under the holder.
zIf 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.
zThe lid cannot be opened if "TOC" is displayed; refer
to the instruction on page 11.
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.

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Preparation
-Connections-
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Basic Operation
-Recording-
Recording
1Press the REC button.
2Begin playback on the stereo system connected
to this portable MD.
3Press the or button to adjust the record-
ing 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 within
the range of +12 - -12dB.
Once you adjust the digital recording level, the set-
ting remains even after the recording stops. (For
cancellation instructions, see page 32.)

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Basic Operation
-Recording-
To interrupt recording
Press the PLAY/PAUSE button.
zTo resume recording, press the PLAY/PAUSE button
again.
zThe track number will be increased by one each time
the recording is interrupted.
To stop recording
Press the /:OFF button.
zWhen recording stops, "TOC" appears. Whilst "TOC"
appears, the MiniDisc recorded contents have not yet
been updated.
zTo prevent the new recording from being lost, it is not
possible to remove the MiniDisc whilst "TOC" is dis-
played.
Notes:
zChanging the volume level whilst recording does not
affect the recording.
zYou cannot adjust the bass level whilst recording.
4Press the PAUSE button on the stereo system
to enter the playback pause mode.
Here you can search for the track to record.
5Press the MODE/CHRG button repeatedly to se-
lect the recording mode (page 17).
6Press the PLAY/PAUSE button to start the Mini-
Disc unit recording.
7Begin playback on the stereo system, the out-
put will be recorded.
TOC display
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Basic Operation
-Recording-
Recording (continued)
To update the recorded contents of the Mini-
Disc
Press the /:OFF button whilst in the stop mode.
The power turns off after recorded contents have been
updated on the MiniDisc.
About the TOC
After any recording or editing function, "TOC" (Table Of
Contents) is displayed. To finalise the recording or editing
function, press the /:OFF button. During this process
"TOC" will flash and "TOC EDIT!" will be displayed. Dur-
ing any recording or editing function, the MiniDisc unit lid
is locked, and the MiniDisc cannot be removed until the
process is finalised.
Warning:
If the power is removed (Battery/AC adaptor) whilst
"TOC" is displayed, the MiniDisc unit lid will remain
locked until the battery/main power is restored and the
unit is turned on. Your new recordings or edited changes
will be lost and your MiniDisc may become unusable.
Caution:
Whilst "TOC" or "TOC EDIT!" is displayed, follow the
instructions below.
Otherwise, tracks may not be recorded properly.
- Do not jerk or bump the unit.
- Do not unplug the AC adaptor.
- Do not remove the rechargeable battery or an alka-
line battery.
- Do not subject the unit to shock.

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Basic Operation
-Recording-
„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.
„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 it may not be
possible to remove it.
„About sampling rate converter
This portable MD incorporates a sampling rate converter
meaning it can record from digital radios or DAT tape
recorders.
„Note for digital recording
You cannot copy a MiniDisc that you recorded from digital
inputs to another MiniDisc or DAT. It is prevented by the
SCMS (Serial Copy Management System). Recording
from analogue inputs is not affected.
zIf the label peels off or partially lifts
away, replace it with a new one.
zDo not put a new label on top ofan ex-
isting one.
zAttach the label only in the specified
location.
Digital signals Digitally recorded
MiniDisc Cannot record
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Basic Operation
-Playback-
Playback

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Basic Operation
-Playback-
To interrupt playback
Press the PLAY/PAUSE button.
To resume playback, press the PLAY/PAUSE button
again.
To stop playback
Press the /:OFF button.
If the unit is not operated for at least 2 minutes whilst in
the stop mode, the power will shut off automatically.
To turn off the power
Press the /:OFF button whilst in the stop mode.
„Volume control
Press the VOL+ button to increase the volume and the
VOL- button to decrease the volume.
„Bass control
Each time the BASS button is pressed, the tone will be
switched as follows.
Notes:
zIf power failure occurs whilst playing a disc using the
AC adaptor, disconnect it from the wall socket. Other-
wise, playback may start automatically when electricity
resumes.
zIf you connect the AC adaptor without installing the
rechargeable battery, playback may start automati-
cally. Be sure to turn off the power.
zReduce the volume before starting to play. MiniDiscs,
compared to ordinary cassette tapes, have very little
noise. If the volume is adjusted according to your
usual expectations of noise, high volume may damage
your hearing.
zThe sound escaping from your headphones may
annoy people around you. In particularly crowded
places (such as on trains or buses), reduce the vol-
ume.
1Insert the headphones plug firmly into the head-
phones socket on the remote control.
2Plug the remote control into the REMOTE sock-
et on the unit.
3Insert a MiniDisc (page 6).
4Press the PLAY/PAUSE button.
Playback starts automatically with a playback only
MiniDisc or a MiniDisc which is protected against
accidental erasure (Auto-play function).
Volume (0-30)
BASS 1 Emphasised slightly
BASS 2 Emphasised more
BASS 3 Emphasised fully
BASS OFF Cancelled
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Useful Features
-Advanced Playback-
Advanced Playback
„To locate the desired portion
„To locate the beginning of a track
For audible fast forward:
Press and hold down the button during playback.
For audible fast reverse:
Press and hold down the button during playback.
zNormal playback will resume when the or
button is released.
zWhen the end of the last track is reached during fast
forward, the unit will enter the pause mode. When
the beginning of the first track is reached during fast
reverse, the unit will enter the playback mode.
To move to the beginning of the next track:
Press the button during playback.
To restart the track being played:
Press the button during playback.
To locate the next track:
Press the button whilst the unit is stopped.
To locate the previous track:
Press the button whilst the unit is stopped.
zToskip anumberoftracks at onetime,press the
or button repeatedly until the desired track num-
ber is shown.
zWhen you press the PLAY/PAUSE button, playback
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Useful Features
-Advanced Playback-
„To play at double speed
Press the ENTER/SYNC button whilst a MiniDisc
recorded in the monaural mode is being played.
zIf a track recorded in the stereo mode is reached dur-
ing fast playback, the fast playback mode will be can-
celled.
zDepending on the contents recorded on a MiniDisc, it
may be difficult to hear them.
To interrupt fast playback
Press the PLAY/PAUSE button during playback.
When the PLAY/PAUSE button is pressed again, the unit
will resume fast playback.
To return to normal playback
Press the ENTER/SYNC button.
„Random play or repeat play
During playback, press the MODE/CHRG button repeat-
edly to select the playback mode.
Notes:
zIf the playback mode is selected whilst stopped, press
the PLAY/PAUSE button to start playback.
zWhen "TOC" is displayed, random play or repeat play
is impossible.
zIn random play the unit will select and play tracks auto-
matically. (You cannot select the order of the tracks.)
After all of the tracks have been played once each in
random order, the unit will stop automatically.
zDuring random, random repeat, or single track repeat
play, you can forward or reverse the MiniDisc only
within the track being played.
zDuring random play, the unit cannot find the beginning
of any track which has been played.
zRepeat play lasts until you stop the unit.
RANDOM Random play
RANDOM Repeat play of tracks in random order
Repeat play of all of the tracks
1 Repeat play of a single track
No display Normal playback
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Useful Features
-Advanced Recording-
Advanced Recording
„Long-play recording
2 times and 4 times long recording
Double or quadruple time of stereo recording is possible.
Monaural recording
In monaural, you can record twice as long as the stereo
recording.
A track recorded in monaural can be played back in dou-
ble speed, see page 16.
The recording mode remains unchanged until a new
mode is selected.
1When a recording is paused, press the MODE/
CHRG button repeatedly to select the recording
mode.
Each time the button is pressed, the display will
change as follows.
2Start recording.

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Useful Features
-Advanced Recording-
Notes:
zTracks can be recorded in stereo recording mode, 2
times long recording mode, and 4 times long recording
mode on one MiniDisc.
zIn monaural recording, the sound on the right and left
channels is mixed even if the input source is in stereo.
Although you can hear the stereo sound from the
headphones, the recorded sound is monaural.
zTracks recorded in 2 times long recording and 4 times
long recording modes cannot be played with the unit
that does not support these modes. On such a unit,
"LP" is displayed at the beginning of the track and no
sound is heard. (The operation and the display may
vary depending on the unit.)
zTracks recorded in monaural cannot be played if
equipment does not support the monaural playback.
„About ATRAC
The ATRAC (Adaptive TRansform Acoustic Coding) sys-
tem compresses the sound data into 1/5 by cutting out
the inaudible sound. Since the sound is selected based
on psychoacoustics masking, the sound quality is not
impaired. This unit is equipped with the ATRAC3 com-
pressing system that can reduce the sound data to 1/10
or 1/20 of its original size. By employing this system, 2
times and 4 times long recordings are enabled in stereo
mode.
„About the recording mode
You can select the recording mode from stereo recording,
2 times long recording, 4 times long recording, and mon-
aural recording. Recordable time varies depending on
the recording mode. If the tracks are recorded on an 80-
minute MiniDisc, its recording time changes as follows:
„Caution for 4 times long recording (LP4)
Special compressing method allows the 4 times long
recording to realise long-time stereo recording. There-
fore, some noise is recorded occasionally. If sound qual-
ity should be emphasised, stereo recording or 2 times
long recording is recommended.
Indication Recording mode Recording
time
No display Stereo MAX. 80 min.
LP2 2 times long (stereo) MAX. 160 min.
LP4 4 times long (stereo) MAX. 320 min.
MONO Monaural MAX. 160 min.
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Useful Features
-Advanced Recording-
Advanced Recording (continued)
„Playback sound-actuated recording
Recording automatically starts or pauses by detecting
sound from the stereo system (Synchronised recording).
To interrupt recording
zWhen the stereo system is stopped, the unit will enter
the synchro recording pause mode. When playback is
resumed, the recording will be resumed.
zIf a silence lasts for 3 seconds or more, the recording
will be paused (pause function does not work for
approximately 10 seconds after a recording starts).
When the unit receives sound again, recording auto-
matically starts.
zA new track number is created when the recording
resumes.
1Press the REC button.
2Begin playback on the stereo system connected
to this portable MD.
3Press the or button to adjust the record-
ing level. (See page 9.)
4Press the PAUSE button on the stereo system
to enter the playback pause mode.
Select the starting point for your recording and
press the PAUSE button.
5Press the MODE/CHRG button repeatedly to se-
lect the recording mode (page 17).
6Press the ENTER/SYNC button.
z"SYNC" will be displayed.
zTo cancel the operation, press the /:OFF but-
ton.
7Begin playback on the stereo system. Record-
ing will begin automatically.