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MD-185X
MiniDisc Recorder
Instruction Manual
Important safeguards ........................... 2
Precautions .......................................... 3
Special cautions for MD recorder ........ 4
Features ................................................ 5
System connections ............................. 6
Control positions and names ............... 8
Playing an MD ................................... 10
(Memory play) ................................... 15
(System operation) ............................. 16
MINIDISC RECORDER
PLAY MODE
2 OPTICAL DIGITAL INPUTS
SAMPLING RATE CONVERTER
DISC LOADING MECHANISM
STAND-BY/ON
CD DUBBING
REC
STAND BY
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CONTENTS
20bit PROCESSING
REC LEVEL
DISPLAY
INPUT
MIN
MAX
REPEAT
EDIT/NO
YES
AMCS
(PUSH-ENTER)
MD-
185X
Recording to an MD .......................... 17
Editing the contents of an MD ........... 24
Naming a track or disc ....................... 28
Message list ....................................... 30
System limitations ............................. 30
Preset titles for easy titling ................ 30
Rules for digital recording ................. 31
MiniDisc(MD) ................................... 32
Troubleshooting guide ....................... 33
Specifications .................................... 34
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
MD-185X MiniDisc Recorder Instruction Manual MINIDISC RECORDER 20bit PROCESSING REC LEVEL DISPLAY INPUT PLAY MODE REPEAT EDIT/NO AMCS 2 OPTICAL DIGITAL INPUTS SAMPLING RATE CONVERTER DISC LOADING MECHANISM (PUSH-ENTER) STAND-BY/ON CD DUBBING STAND BY 185X CONTENTS Important safeguards ......2 Recording to an MD ...... -
Page 2: Important Safeguards
Thank you for your purchase of the Onkyo MD-185X MD Recorder. Please read this manual thoroughly before making connections and plugging in the unit. Following the instructions in this manual will enable you to obtain optimum performance and maximum listening enjoyment from your new MD-185X. -
Page 3: Precautions
In case of warranty claim, please report this number. GERMANY 2. Recording Copyright declare in own responsibility, that the ONKYO product described Recording of copyrighted material for other than personal use in this instruction manual is in compliance with the corresponding is illegal without permission of the copyright holder. -
Page 4: Special Cautions For Md Recorder
Special cautions for FOR U.S.A. MODEL: 1. The laser is covered by a housing which prevents exposure MD recorder during operation or maintenance. However, this product is classified as a Laser Product by CDRH (Center for Devices and Radiological Health) which is a department of the Food and Drug Administration. -
Page 5: Features
Features Built-in Sampling Rate Converter 2 Optical Digital Inputs One-Touch CD-to-MD Synchro Recording Disc/Track Titling Extensive Editing Capabilities AMCS-Automatic Music Control System 25-Track Programming Dot Matrix Display Random Play Compatible Full-Function Remote Control Signal recording linked with various sources... -
Page 6: System Connections
185X), the following additional features are provided: One-touch Play Pressing the PLAY button of the MD-185X automatically selects the “MD” input source on the CR-185X/CHR-185X before playing the Remote control of the System Components You can control the operation of this MD recorder using the CR-185X's or CHR-185X's remote control. - Page 7 • If you attempt to perform digital recording using a digital input terminal and switching power on Connect the MD-185X to the MD (or which is not connected, “D.In Unlock” TAPE) jacks of your amplifier. 1. Insert the AC power cord into a wall will appear.
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Page 8: Control Positions And Names
Control positions and names If there is a protective film on the surface of the display, which is making it difficult to read the display, remove it. For more information about a button or control, turn to the page number listed in square brackets [ ]. DISC TRACK ANALOG IN... - Page 9 (UM-3) AA manganese batteries, but we recommend that long-life alkaline batteries LR6 (AM-3) AA be used when replacing the batteries. MD-185X Using the remote control Remote control sensor The following information will help you get optimum use from the remote control.
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Page 10: Playing An Md
Playing an MD RC-339MD MINIDISC RECORDER 20bit PROCESSING REC LEVEL DISPLAY INPUT POWER PLAY MODE CONTINUE RANDOM MEMORY PLAY MODE REPEAT EDIT/NO AMCS 2 OPTICAL DIGITAL INPUTS SAMPLING RATE CONVERTER DISC LOADING MECHANISM (PUSH-ENTER) STAND-BY/ON REPEAT A-SPACE M.SCAN CD DUBBING >25 CLEAR STAND BY... - Page 11 Playing an MD RC-339MD MINIDISC RECORDER 20bit PROCESSING REC LEVEL DISPLAY INPUT POWER PLAY MODE CONTINUE RANDOM MEMORY PLAY MODE REPEAT EDIT/NO AMCS 2 OPTICAL DIGITAL INPUTS SAMPLING RATE CONVERTER DISC LOADING MECHANISM (PUSH-ENTER) STAND-BY/ON REPEAT A-SPACE M.SCAN >25 CD DUBBING CLEAR CLEAR STAND BY...
- Page 12 Playing an MD RC-339MD MINIDISC RECORDER 20bit PROCESSING REC LEVEL DISPLAY INPUT POWER PLAY MODE CONTINUE RANDOM MEMORY PLAY MODE REPEAT EDIT/NO 2 OPTICAL DIGITAL INPUTS AMCS SAMPLING RATE CONVERTER Number buttons DISC LOADING MECHANISM (PUSH-ENTER) STAND-BY/ON REPEAT A-SPACE M.SCAN >25 CD DUBBING CLEAR...
- Page 13 Playing an MD RC-339MD MINIDISC RECORDER 20bit PROCESSING REC LEVEL DISPLAY INPUT POWER PLAY MODE CONTINUE RANDOM MEMORY CONTINUE PLAY MODE REPEAT EDIT/NO AMCS 2 OPTICAL DIGITAL INPUTS SAMPLING RATE CONVERTER DISC LOADING MECHANISM (PUSH-ENTER) STAND-BY/ON REPEAT A-SPACE M.SCAN M. SCAN CD DUBBING >25 CLEAR...
- Page 14 Playing an MD RC-339MD MINIDISC RECORDER 20bit PROCESSING REC LEVEL DISPLAY INPUT POWER PLAY MODE CONTINUE RANDOM MEMORY PLAY MODE REPEAT EDIT/NO AMCS 2 OPTICAL DIGITAL INPUTS SAMPLING RATE CONVERTER DISC LOADING MECHANISM (PUSH-ENTER) STAND-BY/ON REPEAT A-SPACE M.SCAN >25 CD DUBBING CLEAR REPEAT STAND BY...
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Page 15: Using The Program Function (Memory Play)
Using the program function (memory play) • You can program up to 25 tracks. • If the total playing time of the programmed tracks exceeds 256 minutes, "---m--s" will be displayed. RC-339MD MINIDISC RECORDER 20bit PROCESSING REC LEVEL DISPLAY INPUT POWER PLAY MODE CONTINUE... -
Page 16: Cd-Dubbing (System Operation)
• When your MD-185X is configured into a system with Onkyo Separate Collection series components (CR-185X/CHR-185X), recording from the CD onto the MD can be started by simply pressing the CD DUBBING button on the MD-185X. • To perform CD dubbing, your CD player must be connected through an optical cable to the DIGITAL IN 1 terminal located on the rear panel of the MD recorder. -
Page 17: Recording To An Md
Recording to an MD CD-synchro recording When your MD recorder is configured into a system with ONKYO Separate Collection series components (CR-185X/CHR-185X), the operation of the MD recorder can be synchronized with that of the CD player. 1. Set the MD recorder to the recording standby mode. - Page 18 Recording to an MD Digital recording refers to recording where an optical digital cable is used for inputting signals from the recording source. • When "Protected" is shown in the display, it indicates that the record-protect tab of the MD is open. Before starting the recording procedure, close the tab.
- Page 19 Recording to an MD 5. With the unit in recording standby mode, press the INPUT button to display the current Level Sync status (LvlSyncOn or LvlSyncOff). You can change the Level Sync status by pressing the INPUT button again. With "LvlSyncOn", the track number will be recorded automatically for each track.
- Page 20 "Recording Source" position. DIGITAL IN 4. Press the REC button. ∂ 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 When your MD-185X is configured with CR-185X/CHR-185X, start playing the CD player before pressing REC button in step 4. ∂ INPUT ANALOG IN...
- Page 21 Recording to an MD 5. Using the REC LEVEL knob, adjust the recording level. Adjust the position of the REC LEVEL knob so that the indicator occasionally enters the -6 to -2 range. REC LEVEL When adjustment of the recording level TRACK is complete, stop playing the source.
- Page 22 Recording to an MD Signal Synchro recording Even if your recording source is not Onkyo INPUT -compatible, you can perform synchro- nized recording. 1. Press the INPUT button until "Digital In1", "Digital In2" or "Analog In" appears. You can perform signal synchro recording with both digital and analog recording sources.
- Page 23 ¬ playback. Storage Period of Backup Data Record-protect tab The recorded contents will be backed up inside the MD-185X Record-protect hole Back even if the MD recorder’s power cord is accidentally unplugged or if a power failure occurs before they are stored to the disc (when TOC is lit) or when they are being stored to the disc (when TOC is flashing).
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Page 24: Editing The Contents Of An Md
Editing the contents of an MD You cannot edit the contents of premastered MDs. Moreover, you cannot edit the MD when its record-protect hole is open ("Protected" is displayed). MINIDISC RECORDER 20bit PROCESSING Before starting the editing procedure, close the hole (see page 23). REC LEVEL DISPLAY INPUT... - Page 25 Editing the contents of an MD MINIDISC RECORDER 20bit PROCESSING REC LEVEL DISPLAY INPUT PLAY MODE REPEAT EDIT/NO 2 OPTICAL DIGITAL INPUTS AMCS SAMPLING RATE CONVERTER DISC LOADING MECHANISM (PUSH-ENTER) STAND-BY/ON CD DUBBING STAND BY 185X Dividing a track EDIT/NO The following operation is possible when TRACK the unit playing or paused.
- Page 26 Editing the contents of an MD MINIDISC RECORDER 20bit PROCESSING REC LEVEL DISPLAY INPUT PLAY MODE REPEAT EDIT/NO 2 OPTICAL DIGITAL INPUTS AMCS SAMPLING RATE CONVERTER DISC LOADING MECHANISM (PUSH-ENTER) STAND-BY/ON CD DUBBING STAND BY 185X 3,4,5 Combining tracks AMCS You can combine two adjacent tracks into one.
- Page 27 Editing the contents of an MD MINIDISC RECORDER 20bit PROCESSING REC LEVEL DISPLAY INPUT PLAY MODE REPEAT EDIT/NO AMCS 2 OPTICAL DIGITAL INPUTS SAMPLING RATE CONVERTER DISC LOADING MECHANISM (PUSH-ENTER) STAND-BY/ON CD DUBBING STAND BY 185X Moving a track AMCS The following operation is possible when the unit is stopped or paused.
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Page 28: Naming A Track Or Disc
Naming a track or disc RC-339MD To name a disc... MINIDISC RECORDER 20bit PROCESSING The MD recorder must be stopped. REC LEVEL To name a track... DISPLAY INPUT POWER The MD recorder may be stopped, paused, playing, or PLAY MODE CONTINUE RANDOM MEMORY PLAY MODE... - Page 29 Naming a track or disc buttons on the remote control can be used to select characters. If this is the case, press the ENTER button or the button to enter them. To change the type of characters entered... Go back to step 4 and change the character input mode.
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Page 30: Message List
Message list System limitations The following table explains the various messages that appear in The recording system in your MiniDisc recorder is radically the display. different from those used in cassette and DAT decks and is characterized by the limitations described below. Note, however, that these limitations are due to the inherent nature of the MD Message Meaning... -
Page 31: Rules For Digital Recording
Rules for digital recording Guide to the serial copy management system Rule 2 You can record the digital input signal of a digital satellite broadcast onto a recordable MD via the digital input terminals on Since your MD unit uses the Serial Copy Management System MD recorder which is capable of handling a sampling frequency (SCMS), MDs recorded through the digital input terminal cannot of 32 kHz or 48 kHz. -
Page 32: Precautions For Handling The Minidisc(Md)
Precautions for han- Rules for digital recording dling the MiniDisc (MD) Rule 3 A recordable MD with material recorded from analog sources (analog records or FM programs, etc.) through the line input terminal can be copied to another recordable MD through the digital output terminal. -
Page 33: Troubleshooting Guide
If the problem persists even after you try this remedy, or it is not listed in the table, disconnect the power cord and then consult the shop from which you purchased the unit or your nearest ONKYO service station, informing them of your name, address, phone number, type of unit, and the details of the problem. -
Page 34: Specifications
Specifications System: MiniDisc digital audio system Recording system: Magnetic field modulation overwrite system Signal read out system: Optical non-contact Recording time: Max. 74 min. (when using MDW-74) Number of revolutions: About 400 - 900 rpm (constant linear velocity) Error correction system: Advanced Cross Interleave Reed-solomon code Sampling frequency: 44.1 kHz... - Page 36 Tel: 201-825-7950 Fax: 201-825-8150 E-mail: onkyo@onkyousa.com ONKYO EUROPE ELECTRONICS GmbH Industriestrasse 20, 82110 Germering, GERMANY Tel: 089 84 93 20 Fax: 089 84 93 226 E-mail: info@onkyo.de ONKYO EUROPE FRANCE BRANCH Domaine Technologique de Saclay 4, Rue René Razel, SACLAY-91892...