Sharp MD-MT821 User Manual

W Types of discsThere are two types of discs: playback-only and recordable discs.0 Playback-only MiniDisc:0 Recordable MiniDisc:This type of MiniDisc

n Recording from CDs or MDs (Synchro recording)0Svnchro recording is a method that detects the playback sound from the source equip-ment. When sound i

After recording:Press the n /:OFF button while in the stopmode.0After the track number has been writtenon the disc, the power will shut off auto-matic

This is the method used for recording digital signals from CDs or MDs exactly as theyare stored on the original. Compared to recordings made from anal

n Recording from the microphone (Mic synchro recording)The recording will begin automatically in response to a noise or a person speaking. Whenthe sou

6When a sound, such as a person speak-ing, is picked up by the microphone, re-cording will begin automatically.0 If a silence lasts for 3 seconds ormo

u Creating marks while making a mic recording(Timed auto mark function)Marks can be created at a fixed interval(every 5 minutes is the default setting

n Recording tracks as a single trackYou can record several pieces of music asa single track, disable the auto marker func-tion.1Press the EDIT button

W To check the remainingdisc timeWhile recording, you can check theremaining time available on the disc.Press the DISP button while recording orwhile

R To erase tracksTo erase tracks one at a time:1Start playing the track you want to erase,and press the )I1 button.0 The unit will enter the pause mod

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When recording, track numbers will be created automatically.(Auto marker function/Synchro marker function)When recording from analog inputs:(Including

The TOC (an abbreviation for Table of Contents) is information about the track numbersand recorded areas that allow the unit to find musical selection

To interrupt playback:Press the )II button during playback.0 To resume playback, press the )I1 but-ton again.To stop playback:Press the n /:OFF button

n APSS(Auto Proaram Search systemAPSS automatically locates the beginningof any track.To move to the beginning of thenext track:Move the shuttle switc

H To play at double speed W Random play or repeat play(Mono recording only)During playback or while in the stop mode,Press the ENTER/SYNC button while

W To check the remaininorecording time and the totalplaying timeWhile in the stop mode, press the DISPbutton (Remote control: press the DISPLAYshuttle

H What the editing function can doYou can create original discs using the MD editing function, on which you can change theorder of the tracks and you

n Move1Play the track to be moved, and pressthe )I1 button.0 The unit will enter the pause mode.2Press the EDIT button to select “MOVE”.To move thefif

W Combine1Start playing the last of the two tracksyou want to combine, and press the ,I!button.0 The unit will enter the pause mode.2Press the EDIT bu

0 It is the intent of Sharp that this product0be used in full compliance with the copy-right laws of the United States and thatprior permission be obt

5When the letter you want is displayed,press the ENTER/SYNC button.0 To enter more letters in the name, re-peat steps 3 - 5.6When the disc name has be

n To change disc names or tracknamesSome MiniDiscs created on other equip-ment may have more than 100 charactersin a track name or disc name. The char

3While in the stop mode, press theEDIT button to select “NAME STAMP”.4Press the ENTER/SYNC button.0 To cancel the operation, press thew:OFF button.5Pr

0 Before connecting any other equipment, turn off the power to all units.0 Connect the plugs securely.improper connections may cause noise or malfunct

n Checking the remaining amountof batterv chargedThe remaining amount of battery chargeis shown by the battery indicator ( w )during operation.Battery

n To eliminate the confirmationsoundEvery time a button is pressed, a “beep”will be heard in the headphones.To silence the “beep” sound, do the follow

n To cancel the auto-playfunctionWhen a MiniDisc is inserted, the power willbe turned on automatically, and playbackwill begin. You can cancel automat

A MiniDisc is a disc inside a protective car-tridge. You can handle it freely without wor-rying about dust, fingerprints, etc.However, if dust enters

Many potential “problems” can be resolved by the owner without calling a service techni-cian.If something seems to be wrong with this product, check t

MiniDiscs are recorded using a different system than is used for cassette tapes or DATrecordings. Therefore, the following conditions may be encounter

4l - I0W lmportantDo not wear your headphones when youare crossing streets or near traffic.Do not use your headphones while driv-ing a motor vehicle,

Error messages Meaning RemedyBatt EMPTYl The battery run down. l Charge the rechargeable battery or(Lo BAT-T)replace the alkaline battery (or use theA

n CleaningWhen the unit becomes dirty Notes:Clean it with a soft cloth.0When the unit is excessively dirty, use asoft cloth dampened in water.(Externa

0The continuous recording time is for analog inputs when the volume level is set to “VOL0”.0 The continuous play time shows the value when the volume

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SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants to the first consumer purchaser that this Sharp brand product (the“Product”). when shipped in Its original cont

Notes about the rechargeable battervA rechargeable lithium-ion battery is theonly kind that can be used. Even if thebattery supplied with the unit is

16 17 18 192021W Main unit1. Monaural Long-Play Mode Indicator2.Record Indicator3.Level Meter4.Repeat Indicator5.TOC Indicator6.Battery Indicator7.Ran

This unit can be used with 4 different power sources: a rechargeable battery, an ACadaptor, a battery case, and a separately available car adaptor (AD

3d- Backof theMD recorderWhile you are using the rechargeablebattery and the alkaline battery at thesame time, do not remove either of them.If you do,

:0’ ; 0-mn Type of recordingTwo types of recording are possible: “Digital recording” and “Analog recording”. There aredifferent cables and connections