Sharp MDSR60S - Minidisc Player/Recorder Operations Instructions

CAUTIONRISK OFELECTRICSHOCKDONOTOPENMINIDISC DECKOPERATION MANUALThank you for purchasing this SHARP product. For the best performance, read this manu

(Continued) Setting the timeAfter step 7, described in the “Setting the date” section8 Set the “hour” using the jog dial.● When you turn the jog dial

PLAYING A MINIDISC Playback1 Switch the external unit to the MD unit input.2 Load a MiniDisc in the direction indicated by the arrow on theMiniDisc,

(Continued) Track number selection (Remote control operation)Specify a track number, and playback will start from that track.To select a track number

(Continued) Cue and reviewHold down the button during playback for audible fast for-ward, or hold down the button during playback for audiblefast

1234(Continued) APMS(Automatic Programmable Music Selector)1 Press the PROGRAM button while in the stop mode.● Programs cannot be set or canceled whi

(Continued) Connecting headphonesThis unit can be used with commercially available headphones.Plug them into the PHONES jack on the front of the unit

RECORDING Differences from tape recordingsYou cannot record music on the reverse sideof a MiniDisc.MiniDiscs cannot be incorrectly inserted, i.e. ups

(Continued) Note about making digital copiesMiniDiscs are designed so that further copies cannot be madefrom digitally recorded MiniDisc tracks. This

(Continued) Sound synchro recordingWhen music is played on another piece of equipment, such asa stereo, that is connected to this unit, this unit wil

(Continued) To record for a long time in the monauralmode (monaural long-play mode)When a recording is made in the monaural long-play mode, itcan be

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(Continued)● The track number increases by one. To create your own track numbers whilerecordingBy creating your own track numbers while recording, yo

EDITINGWe will explain the 5 editing features you can use to create your own original MiniDiscs.Playback-only MiniDiscs cannot be edited.DIVIDEA track

(Continued) Using the editing functionWe will show you some examples of how to use the editing functions. You can create a disc of your favorite sele

(Continued) DIVIDE1 Play the track which you want to divide into two, and pressthe button at the point where you want to divide the track.● The uni

(Continued) COMBINE1 While in the stop mode, select the second of the two tracksyou want to combine using the jog dial.Or start playing the second of

(Continued) MOVE1 While in the stop mode, select the track you want to moveusing the jog dial.Or start playing the track to be moved, and then press

(Continued) ERASETo erase tracks one at a time:1 While in the stop mode, select the track to be erased usingthe jog dial.Or start playing the track w

(Continued) Track/disc name● Up to 255 tracks can be named on each disc, and each disccan be given a disc name.When naming discs and tracks, the char

● If you have selected capital letters(Continued) To create a disc nameA title for the entire disc. Disc names are displayed when an MDis inserted.1

(Continued) To create a track nameName each track.A track’s name will be displayed whenever you select it andduring playback.1 During playback, press

FEATURESDAT tapes can be digitally recorded directly ontoa MiniDisc.The MiniDisc unit has a built-in sampling rate convertorwhich allows the unit to b

(Continued) To change disc names and track namesTo change disc names:1 During playback, press the button.2 Press the NAME/TOC EDIT button.3 Within

(Continued)● The character will disappear.● The original characters will moveto the right by one. To erase a characterAfter performing steps 1 to 3 o

HOW TO USE THE BUILT-IN TIMER● Before setting the timer, make sure that the clock setting is correct.● The start time and stop time, which are set wit

(Continued)Set the timer so that timer playback or timer recording will begin at the time you want. See the previous page.To use timer playback, perfo

(Continued) To check the timer setting1 While in the timer standby mode, press the TIMER button.● If the display shows the wrong mode, correct it usi

WHAT IS A MINIDISC?The disc is stored in a cartridge. You can handle it easily without worrying about dust, fingerprints, etc.However, dust entering t

(Continued) Types of discsThere are two types of discs: playback-only and recordabletype.● Playback-only MiniDisc:This type of MiniDisc is used for c

SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY (Continued) If a problem occursIf thi

(Continued)When an error message is displayed, proceed as follows:Error messages Meaning RemedyBLANK MD ● Nothing is recorded.(Neither music nor a dis

MAINTENANCE External care● Periodically wipe the cabinet with a soft cloth and dilute soapsolution, then wipe with a dry cloth.● Do not use chemicall

NAMES OF CONTROLS AND INDICATORS Front panelTOC124 0dB OVERDISCTRACKDATEMONO LP PRGM RANDOMTIMER REC CLOCKAMPMREMAINTOTAL1 2 3 4 5 6 78 9 10 11 12 13

LIMITED WARRANTY SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants to the first consumer purchaser that this Sharp brand product (the“Product”), when shipped in

REMOTE CONTROL Names of controls 1. Remote Control Transmitter Window 2. Direct Key Buttons 3. Play Mode Button 4. Music Scan Button 5. Input Select

CONNECTIONS Digital and analog connectionsThis unit can be connected to your equipment by making a digital or analog connection.● When recording the

(Continued) When making a digital connectionWhen connecting the unit to equipmentthat has square/round optical jacks:Connect the other equipment to t

(Continued) Connecting the AC power cordIf you will not be using this unit for a prolonged period oftime, unplug the AC power cord from the AC outlet

SETTING THE CLOCKWhen recording, the date and time are recorded on the Minidisc(page 15). Setting the date 1 Press the POWER button to turn the power