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Thank you for purchasing this SHARP product.
PORTABLE MINIDISC
For the best performance, read this manual carefully.
It will guide you in operating your SHARP product.
RECORDER
MODEL
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MD MT877
OPERATION MANUAL
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Accessories Rechargeable Nickel -Metal Hydride Battery Remote Control x 1 Earphones x 1 AC Adaptor x 1 Battery Charger x 1 (AD-N55BT) x 1 (RRMCW0011AWSA) (RPHOH0176AFSA) (RADPA3048AWZZ) (RUNTZ0032AWM1) (UBATM0006AWSA) Connection Cable Connection Cable Battery Carrying (for analog (for digital Carrying Bag x 1 Battery Case x 1 Case x 1 recording) x 1 recording) x 1 (UBAGC0006AWSA) (GCASZ0002AWSA) (UBAGC0005AWZZ) (QCNWG0029AWZZ) (QCNWG0422AFZZ) Notes: Optional accessories Parts and
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Contents Important Introduction Useful Features Special Notes ................................................ 4-5 Advanced Playback.................................. 27-29 Precautions .......................................................6 Advanced Recording ............................... 30-35 Names of Controls and Indicators .............. 7-9 Recording from a Microphone ................ 36-38 Battery Charger .........................................10-11 Checking Displays .................
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Special Notes It is the intent of Sharp that this product be used in full compliance with the copyright laws of the United States FOR YOUR RECORDS and that prior permission be obtained from copyright For your assistance in reporting this unit in case of owners whenever necessary. loss or theft, please record below the model number and serial number which are located on the bottom of Caution - use of controls or adjustments or per- the unit. formance of procedures other than those speci-
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Special Notes Special Notes : continued Note: WARNING This equipment has been tested and found to comply with FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by of the FCC Rules. the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate These limits are designed to provide reasonable protec- this equipment. tion against harmful interference in a residential install
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Precautions Important Storing the unit Avoid using or leaving the unit in the following places. Do not wear your earphones when you are crossing Places exposed to direct sunlight streets or near traffic. for many hours (especially in cars Do not use your earphones while driv- with the doors and windows ing a motor vehicle, it may create a traf- closed) or near heaters. fic hazard and may be illegal. (The cabinet may deform, change Remember to obey all of
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Names of Controls and Indicators Main unit 8 4 1. Record/Track Mark Button (20, 34) 3 9 2. Mode Button (20, 29, 32, 41) 2 3. Volume/Cursor/Fast Forward/Fast Reverse/ 1 10 Recording Level/Name Select Button (20, 26, 27, 30, 41-45) 4. Stop/Power Off/Hold Button (16, 22, 25, 41) 5. Open Lever (17) DEUTSCH 6. Display/Character Select Button (39, 40, 43) 7. Edit/Auto Mark/Time Mark Button (34, 38, 43-50) 8. Play/Pause Button (20, 24) 5 FRANÇAIS 9. Enter/Fast Play/Synchro Button (29, 43-50) 6 10. Bass
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Names of Controls and Indicators (continued) Main unit display panel 1 7 01. Level Meter 02. Record Indicator 2 8 03. Synchro Recording Indicator 04. Operation Indicator 05. Long-play/Recording Mode Indicator 3 9 6. Character/Time Information Indicator 7. Repeat Indicator 4 10 8. Battery Indicator 9. Random Indicator 5 11 10. Track Number Indicator 11. TOC Indicator 6 12 12. Disc Name Indicator 3-color LED Various modes are indicated with three colors of lights. Yellow- Charging Lighting startin
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Names of Controls and Indicators : continued Remote control unit 1. Earphones Jack (24) 1 23 4 5 2. Fast Forward/Fast Reverse Button 3. Display Button 4. Play Mode Button (29) 5. Sound/Track Mark Button (26, 34) 6. Stop/Power Off Button (22, 25) 7. Play/Pause Button DEUTSCH 8. Volume Button 9. Hold Switch (16) 6 7 8 9 FRANÇAIS ESPAÑOL Remote control display panel 01. Record Indicator SVENSKA 02. Track Number Indicator 4 12 3 56 03. Operation Indicator 04. Character/Time Information Indicator I
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CHARGE OPERATION CHARGE OPERATION Battery Charger There are two different ways to use the battery charger one is to use it as a normal battery charger, the other is to use it with an AC adaptor by attaching the portable MD to the battery charger. Names Setting 2 Charge Face the top mode toward you. 3 3 1 1 2 4 4 5 6 1. Remote Control Holder (11) Caution: (You can hang the remote control on it.) Before setting the portable MD to the battery charger, make 2. Lock Detector sure the battery char
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About the Battery Charger : continued Setting the battery charger and hanging the How to use the Charge / Operation switch remote control Charge For charging When the remote control is not used, hang it on the holder mode Move it to the charge mode for your convenience. (RELEASE) (see “Using with the Re- chargeable Battery” page 12). For operations Operation DEUTSCH mode Move it to the operation (LOCK) mode when playing back or recording (see “Using with FRANÇAIS the AC Adaptor” page 14). ESPAÑO
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Using with the Rechargeable Battery Charging Do not force the When the rechargeable battery is used for the first time battery cover or when you want to use it after a long period of disuse, open too far. be sure to charge it fully. 1 Insert the rechargeable battery. 2 Move the Charge/Operation switch to the charge mode. 3 Place the portable MD into the battery charger and connect the AC adaptor. After the rechargeable battery is charged or used, it will get slightly warm. This is normal. Ch
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About Power Source : continued About the liquid crystal display (LCD) About charging time The condition of the portable MD will be shown on the LCD After about 3.5 hours have passed, “ ” will go out. when inserting it into the battery charger. The battery is charged up to 95% if it is completely discharged. Display Conditions Notes: Charging. Charge the battery within the range of 41°F - 95°F (5°C - 35°C). The unit can be left in the charging state after it is com- DEUTSCH ple
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Using with the AC Adaptor 1 Place the portable MD to the battery charger. 2 Move the Charge/Operation switch to the operation mode. 3 Plug the AC adaptor. Operation mode Caution: If the Charge/Operation switch is not set to the opera- To the DC IN tion mode, no operation is possible. 5V jack (See “How to use the Charge/Operation switch”, page 11) When the unit is not in use for extended periods, re- move the AC adaptor from the AC outlet. Insert the plugs firmly. Note: When power failure o
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Using with the Alkaline Battery Use one commercially available alkaline battery (LR6, “AA” size). When using the alkaline batteries, make sure the recharge- 2 Open able battery is inserted. 1 Open the case cover. 1 Press DEUTSCH 2 Insert an alkaline battery into the battery case. FRANÇAIS 3 Attach the battery case to the portable MD. ESPAÑOL Caution: Back of the Do not use rechargeable batteries (nickel-cadmium bat- portable MD SVENSKA tery etc.) in the battery case. ITALIANO NEDERLANDS RELEASE
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Hold Function The present operation condition can be kept even if other buttons are accidentally pressed in a place such as a crowded train. Main unit Remote control unit Press the • / –HOLD button for 2 seconds Move the HOLD switch to the safety position or more. (direction indicated by the arrow). Orange mark Hold Release Hold If the battery is inserted or the AC adaptor is connected, To cancel the hold mode you can set this function even when the power is turned Move the HOLD switch away
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Inserting a MiniDisc 1 Slide the OPEN lever to release the com- partment door. 2 2 Lift it up. 3 Insert a MiniDisc as shown. 4 Close the compartment door. 4 Notes: 1 Do not place the MiniDisc under the holder. 3 When you record on a If any resistance is felt, do not force the MiniDisc into the MiniDisc, check that the unit, as it may cause damage to the unit. If resistance is erase prevention tab is Recordable Recording felt, remove the MiniDisc and reload it. set to the “recordable” preve
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Connections You can record your favorite CDs or tapes to an MD. To connect to a stereo system with “LINE OUT” or “AUDIO OUT” jacks Red : To Right White : To Left To the OPTICAL/ LINE IN jack To the DC IN 5V jack To an AC To a stereo system with “LINE OUT” or “AUDIO OUT” outlet LINE OUT jacks (See left, Analog connection.) Note: If the audio system has only one pair of jacks, they are usu- ally for input only and recording via this connection is not RIGHT LEFT possible. AC 120V, 60Hz 18 Preparati
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Connections : continued To connect to a stereo system with a “DIGITAL OUT” or “OPTICAL OUT” jack To the OPTICAL/ LINE IN jack To the DC IN 5V jack To an AC To a stereo system with a “DIGITAL OUT” jack outlet DIGITAL OUT (See left, Digital connection.) Compared to analog connection recording, it allows a high-quality recording. Note: Some audio systems do not have a DIGITAL OUT jack. Check before connecting. AC 120V, 60Hz 19 Preparation – Connections –
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Recording Before Recording Cancel the hold mode. The portable MD does not work while in the hold mode. As for the details, see page 16. 20 Basic Operation – Recording –
