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PORTABLE MINIDISC
RECORDER
MODEL
MD - MT90
OPERATION MANUAL
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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  • Page 1 PORTABLE MINIDISC RECORDER MODEL MD - MT90 OPERATION MANUAL Thank you for purchasing this SHARP product. For the best performance, read this manual carefully. It will guide you in operating your SHARP product.
  • Page 2 Rechargeable Nickel-Metal Hydride Battery (AD-N70BT) z Car adaptor (AD-CA20X) z Cassette adaptor (AD-CT14) For optional accessories, contact your local dealer, call the Sharp Accessories and Supply Center at 1-800- 642-2122, or visit SHARP’s web site (http:// www.sharp-usa.com). 0101 00/12/26...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents „ Important Introduction Special Notes ......4-5 Names of Controls and Indicators ... . . 6-7 Precautions .

  • Page 4: Special Notes

    Special Notes z It is the intent of Sharp that this product be used in full compliance with the copyright laws of the United States and that prior permission be obtained from copyright owners whenever necessary. Caution - use of controls or adjustments or per- formance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
  • Page 5 Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protec- tion against harmful interference in a residential installa- tion.

  • Page 6: Names Of Controls And Indicators

    Names of Controls and Indicators „ Main unit 1. 5V DC Input Jack (10) 2. Optical/Line Input Jack (10, 11) 3. Microphone Input Jack (23) 4. Bass/Delete Button (15, 33) 5. Edit/Auto Mark/Time Mark Button (21, 25, 32) 6. Display/Character Select Button (26, 32) 7.

  • Page 7: Remote Control Unit

    „ Display panel 1. Level Meter (12) 2. Record Indicator (12) 3. Remaining Recording Time Indicator (26) 4. Monaural Long-Play Mode Indicator (19) 5. Repeat Indicator (17) 6. TOC Indicator (13) 7. Synchro Recording Indicator (18) 8. Disc Mode Indicator 9.

  • Page 8: Precautions

    Do not use an external power supply, other than the 5V DC supplied with this unit, as it may damage it. SHARP is not responsible for damage due to improper use. Refer all servicing to a SHARP authorized serv- ice center.

  • Page 9: Inserting A Minidisc

    Inserting a MiniDisc Slide the OPEN lever to release the com- partment door. Lift it up. Insert a MiniDisc as shown. Close the compartment door. Notes: z Do not place the MiniDisc under the holder. z If any resistance is felt, do not force the MiniDisc into the unit, as it may cause damage to the unit.

  • Page 10: Connections

    Connections You can record your favorite CDs or tapes to MD. 00/12/26 90SEC_09_11.fm...
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  • Page 12: Recording

    Recording Press the REC button. Begin playback on the stereo system con- nected to this portable MD. Press the button to adjust the re- cording level. Analog 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.
  • Page 13 Press the PLAY/PAUSE button to start the MiniDisc unit recording. Begin playback on the stereo system, and the output will be recorded. To interrupt recording Press the PLAY/PAUSE button. z To resume recording, press the PLAY/PAUSE button again. z The track number will be increased by one each time the recording is interrupted.

  • Page 14: Playback

    Playback 00/12/26 90SEC_12_15.fm...
  • Page 15 Insert the headphones plug firmly into the headphones jack on the remote control unit. Plug the remote control into the REMOTE jack on the unit. Insert a MiniDisc (page 9). Press the PLAY/PAUSE button. Playback starts automatically with a playback only MiniDisc or a MiniDisc which is protected against accidental erasure (Auto-play function).

  • Page 16: Advanced Playback

    Advanced Playback „ To locate the desired portion For audible fast forward: Press and hold down the button during playback. For audible fast reverse: Press and hold down the button during playback. z Normal playback will resume when the button is released. z When the end of the last track is reached during fast forward, the unit will enter the pause mode.
  • Page 17 „ To play at double speed Press the ENTER/SYNC button while a MiniDisc recorded in the monaural long-play mode is being played. z If a track recorded in the stereo mode is reached dur- ing fast playback, the fast playback mode will be can- celed.

  • Page 18: Advanced Recording

    Advanced Recording „ Playback sound-actuated recording Recording automatically starts or pauses by detecting sound from the stereo system (Synchronized recording). Press the REC button. Begin playback on the stereo system con- nected to this portable MD. Press the button to adjust the re- cording level.
  • Page 19 „ Long-play recording When recording in the monaural long-play mode, the available recording time will be doubled. Monaural long- play recordings can be replayed at double speed, see page 17. Press the MODE/CHRG button while the recording is paused. Stereo mode Monaural long-play mode Start recording.
  • Page 20 Advanced Recording (continued) „ To start recording from the middle of a track You can erase a portion of a track and make a new recording. All of the tracks that follow the newly recorded track will be erased. During playback, press the PLAY/PAUSE button at the point where you want to be- gin recording.
  • Page 21 „ To create your own track numbers You can create your own track numbers at any point. While recording, press the REC button at the point where you want to create track numbers. The track number will be increased by one. z One track number will be added every time the REC button is pressed.
  • Page 22 Advanced Recording (continued) „ About track numbers 1. Track numbers are created automatically during re- cording via the analog connection when a silence of 1 second or more is detected (Auto marker function). A series of tracks can be recorded as one by disa- bling the auto marker function, see page 21.

  • Page 23: Recording From A Microphone

    Recording from a Microphone „ To record from a microphone Connect a stereo microphone to the MIC IN jack. Insert a recordable MiniDisc (page 9). Press the REC button. Press the button to adjust the re- cording level. Adjust the recording level so that the maximum sound volume from the source makes the reading swing between --- 4 dB and 0 dB.
  • Page 24 Recording from a Microphone (continued) „ Sound-actuated recording (Mic Syn- chronized recording) Press the REC button. Press the button to adjust the re- cording level. Press the ENTER/SYNC button to select the recording sensitivity. MIC SYNC H : Recording starts when the unit detects --- 24 dB or more (The unit can start recording from quiet sounds).
  • Page 25 „ Track intervals When recording from the microphone, track numbers will be created automatically at regular intervals (default set- ting: approximately every 5 minutes). During a mic syn- chro recording, the unit pauses when a silence lasts for 3 seconds or more, and creates a track number. Changing intervals between tracks When a recording is paused or while re- cording, press the EDIT button repeatedly.

  • Page 26: Checking Displays

    Checking Displays „ To check the elapsed time and remain- ing time of the track During playback, press the DISP button. Each time the button is pressed, the display will change as follows. Notes: z If the disc name or the track name was not originally recorded on the MiniDisc, "NO NAME"...
  • Page 27 „ To display the playing time of an indi- vidual track While in the stop mode, press the button to display the track number and track name. Press the DISP button to display the play- ing time for that track. Each time the button is pressed, the playing time of the previous or next track will be displayed.

  • Page 28: Battery Power

    Battery Power „ 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. Insert the rechargeable battery. A rechargeable battery other than the one supplied or the optional one (AD-N70BT) cannot be charged.
  • Page 29 „ About charging time After about 3.5 hours have passed, " " will go out. The battery charging is about 90% com- plete. To charge the battery fully, continue charging for about 2 more hours. In this case, you do not need to press the MODE/CHRG button.

  • Page 30: Hold Function

    Hold Function The present operation condition can be kept even if other buttons are accidentally pressed in a place such as a crowded train. If the battery is inserted or the AC adaptor is connected, you can set this function even when the power is turned off.

  • Page 31: Changing Default Settings

    Changing Default Settings While in the stop mode ... With a MiniDisc inserted, press the MODE/ CHRG button for 2 seconds or more. "SET UP" will appear. When you release the button, "BEEP ON" or "BEEP OFF" will appear. Press the button to display the menu.

  • Page 32: Titling A Minidisc

    Titling a MiniDisc „ Creating disc and track names Load a MiniDisc to be named. A playback-only or record- ing prevented MiniDisc cannot be edited. <Disc name> <Track name> While in the stop While in the pause mode, press the EDIT mode, press the EDIT button to select "DISC button to select...
  • Page 33 To enter more letters, repeat steps 3 - 5. When the name has been completely en- tered, press the EDIT button. "TOC" will be displayed. To write the up- dated contents to the MiniDisc, press the /:OFF button. You cannot remove the MiniDisc while "TOC" is dis- played.
  • Page 34 Titling a MiniDisc (continued) „ To add characters Put the unit in the character input mode. (Perform steps 1 - 2 on page 32.) Press the VOL+ or VOL- - - button to move the cursor to the right of the character, where you want to add a new character.
  • Page 35 Master MiniDisc operation Insert a master MiniDisc. Do not mistake the master MiniDisc for the target one. While in the stop mode, press the EDIT button to select "NAME STAMP". Press the ENTER/SYNC button. To cancel the operation, press the /:OFF button. Press the ENTER/SYNC button.

  • Page 36: Editing A Recorded Minidisc

    Editing a Recorded MiniDisc „ To erase tracks one at a time Start playing the track to be erased, and press the PLAY/PAUSE button. Press the EDIT button repeatedly to select "ERASE". Press the ENTER/SYNC button. To cancel the operation, press the /:OFF button. Press the ENTER/SYNC button again.
  • Page 37 „ To divide a track Start playing the track to be divided into two. Press the PLAY/PAUSE button at the point where you want to divide the track. Press the EDIT button repeatedly to select "DIVIDE". Press the ENTER/SYNC button. To cancel the operation, press the /:OFF button.
  • Page 38 Editing a Recorded MiniDisc (continued) „ To move a track Play the track to be moved, and press the PLAY/PAUSE button. Press the EDIT button repeatedly to select "MOVE". Press the ENTER/SYNC button. To cancel the operation, press the /:OFF button. Press the button to select the di- rection.

  • Page 39: Listening Through Another System

    Listening through Another System „ Listening through a stereo system Notes: z It is recommended that the volume level of the MiniDisc unit be set to maximum when listening through a stereo system. z When recording with stereo system, eliminate the con- firmation sound (page 31).

  • Page 40: Other Features And Caution

    Other Features and Caution „ Resuming auto play When you stop playback and replay the MiniDisc without removing it, playback starts from the point you stopped it. Once you remove the MiniDisc, playback starts from the first track. The unit provides the following functions when you use it with the separately available car adaptor (AD- CA20X) (when the rechargeable or alkaline battery is removed):...

  • Page 41: Minidisc System Limitations

    MiniDisc System Limitations The unit may have the following symptoms while recording or editing. The unit is not out of order. SYMPTOM "DISC FULL" or "TOC FULL" appears More than 255 tracks (maximum) cannot be recorded regardless of even though the MiniDisc still has re- the recording time.

  • Page 42: Error Messages

    Error Messages ERROR MESSAGES MEANING z The battery is run down. BATT EMPTY z Nothing is recorded. BLANK MD z You tried to record from a copy prohibited Can't COPY MiniDisc. z A track cannot be edited. Can't EDIT z The disc data cannot be read because the Can't READ (*) disc or unit is damaged.
  • Page 43 z Poor connection of the digital cable. NO SIGNAL z No output signal comes out from the connected unit to playback. z The input signal has improper sampling frequency. z You tried to play back a track that can- NOT PLAY not be played with this equipment.

  • Page 44: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Many potential "problems" can be resolved by the owner without calling a service technician. If something seems to be wrong with this product, check the following before calling your authorized SHARP dealer or service center. PROBLEM z Is the AC adaptor disconnected? The unit does not turn on.

  • Page 45: Maintenance

    „ If trouble occurs When this product is subjected to strong external interfer- ence (mechanical shock, excessive static electricity, abnormal supply voltage due to lightning, etc.) or if it is operated incorrectly, it may malfunction. If such a problem occurs, do the following: 1.

  • Page 46: Specifications

    Specifications As a part of our policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design and specification chang- es for product improvement without prior notice. The performance specification figures indicated are nominal values of production units. There may be some deviations from these values in individual units.
  • Page 47 Input sensitivity: Recording Reference input Input impedance level level MIC H 0.25 mV 10 k ohms MIC L 2.5 mV 10 k ohms LINE 100 mV 20 k ohms Output level: Specified Maximum Load im- output output level pedance Headphones 10 mW + 10 16 ohms LINE...

  • Page 48: Consumer Limited Warranty

    Sharp to the purchaser with respect to the Product, and shall constitute full satisfaction of all claims, whether based on contract, negligence, strict liability or otherwise. In no event shall Sharp be liable, or in any way responsible, for any damages or defects in the Product which were caused by repairs or attempted repairs performed by anyone other than an authorized servicer.

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