Thank you for purchasing this SHARP product.
For the best performance, read this manual carefully.
It will guide you in operating your SHARP product.
PORTABLE MINIDISC
RECORDER
MODEL
MD-MT888H
OPERATION MANUAL
If you require any advice or assistance regarding
your Sharp product, please visit our web-site
www.sharp.co.uk/support.
Customers without Internet access may telephone
08705 274277 during office hours (or (01) 676 0648
if telephoning from Ireland).
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MD-MT888H
-Accessories-
Accessories
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Remote control x 1
Earphones x 1
AC adaptor
(RADPA8046AWZZ)
x 1
Battery carrying
case x 1
Rechargeable nick-
el-metal hydride
battery (AD-N55BT)
x 1
Battery charger x 1 Connection cable
(for analogue re-
cording) x 1
Connection cable
(for digital record-
ing) x 1
Carrying bag x 1
Battery case x 1
Notes:
z Parts and equipment mentioned in this operation manual other than those detailed above are not included.
z The AC adaptor may be different from the one in the drawing.
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Contents
MD-MT888H
Important Introduction
Advanced Features
Page
Special Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 5
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Names of Controls and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 9
Preparation
Using with the Rechargeable Battery . . . . . . . . 10 - 11
Using with the AC Adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Using with the Alkaline Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Inserting a MiniDisc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 - 15
Basic Operation
Long Time Recording and Group Recording . . . . . .16
Group Playback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 - 21
Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 - 24
Useful Features
Advanced Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 - 27
Advanced Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 - 33
Recording from a Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 - 37
Checking Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 - 39
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Titling a MiniDisc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 - 42
Editing a Recorded MiniDisc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 - 50
Hold Function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Changing Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 - 53
Listening through Another System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
References
Other Features and Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 - 57
MiniDisc System Limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 - 61
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 - 63
TERMS OF GUARANTEE . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back cover
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Special Notes
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Warnings
z The supplied AC adaptor contains no user serviceable
parts. Never remove covers unless qualified to do so.
It contains dangerous voltages, always remove mains
plug from the main outlet socket before any service
operation or when not in use for a long period.
z The AC adaptor supplied with the MD-MT888H must
not be used with other equipment.
z To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this
appliance to dripping or splashing liquids. No objects
filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on
the apparatus.
z Never use an AC adaptor other than the one specified.
Otherwise, problems or serious hazards may be cre-
ated.
Caution
z When recording important selections, make a prelimi-
nary test to ensure that the desired material is prop-
erly recorded.
z SHARP is not liable for damage or loss of your record-
ing arising from malfunction of this unit.
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z At full volume, prolonged listening to a personal stereo
may damage the user's hearing. This model complies
with the law if used with the correct earphones (model
number RPHOH0004AWZZ). If the earphones are
damaged in any way, please order using the model
number given above.
z This product is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER
PRODUCT.
z Use the Portable MiniDisc Recorder only in accord-
ance with the instructions given in this manual and do
not attempt to interfere with the interlock switch or
make any other adjustment as this may result in expo-
sure to hazardous radiation.
Laser Diode Properties
z Material: GaAIAs
z Wavelength: 785 nm
z Pulse time:
Read mode: 0.8 mW Continuous
Write mode: max 10 mW 0.5S
min cycle 1.5S
Repetition
Notes
z Recording and playback of any material may require
consent, which SHARP is unable to give. Please refer
particularly to the provisions of the Copyright Act
1956, the Dramatic and Musical Performers Protection
Act 1958, the Performers Protection Acts 1963 and
1972 and to any subsequent statutory enactments
and orders.
z This equipment complies with the requirements of
Directives 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC as amended
by 93/68/EEC.
z US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laborato-
ries.
z The letters in brackets contained in the model number
indicate the colour of the product only. Operation and
specifications are unaffected.
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Precautions
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Important
z Do not wear your earphones when you are crossing
streets or near traffic.
z Do not use your earphones whilst
driving a motor vehicle, it may cre-
ate a traffic hazard and may be ille-
gal. Remember to obey all of the
safety rules in your area.
z Do not play the unit at a high volume. Hearing experts
advise against extended listening at high volume lev-
els.
z If you experience ringing in your ears, reduce the vol-
ume or discontinue use.
z No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles,
should be placed on the apparatus.
z Attention should be drawn to the environmental
aspects of battery disposal.
z The apparatus is designed for use in moderate cli-
mate.
z This portable MD should only be used within the range
of 0°C - 40°C (32°F - 104°F).
To avoid accidental electric shock or other possible
problems, observe the precautions listed below.
z Do not disassemble or modify the unit.
z Do not drop or subject the unit to shock.
z Do not use the unit near open flames.
z Do not spill liquid on the unit.
z Do not use an external power supply, other than the 2 V
DC supplied with this unit as it may be damaged.
z SHARP is not responsible for damage due to improper
use. Refer all servicing to a SHARP authorised serv-
ice centre.
Storing the unit
Avoid using or leaving the unit in the following
places.
z Places exposed to direct sunlight for many hours
(especially in cars with the doors and windows closed)
or near heaters. (The cabinet may deform, change col-
our or the unit may malfunction.)
z Places exposed to excessive dust.
z Places exposed to water.
z Places where temperatures are excessively high or
z Places (bathrooms) where the humidity is extremely
low.
high.
z Places with strong magnetic fields such as TVs or
loudspeakers.
z Places exposed to vibration.
z Places where sand can easily enter the inside of the
unit (beaches etc.).
z If the unit is used near radio tuners or TVs, noise and/
or picture interference may result. If you experience
these problems, move the unit away from such
devices.
z It is not recommendable to put the
MiniDisc into a rear pocket, as this
may damage the product when sit-
ting.
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Names of Controls and Indicators
MD-MT888H
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Main unit
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1. Synchronised Recording Button . . . . . . . . . . . (28)
2. Mode Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (19, 26, 29)
3. Volume Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (24)
4. Record Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (19, 31)
5. Play/Pause/Stop/Power Off/Hold/Fast Forward/
Fast Reverse Button . . . . .(19 - 21, 23 - 25, 40, 51)
6. Rechargeable Battery Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (10)
7. 2 V DC Input Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (12)
8. Optical/Line Input Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (14, 15)
9. Microphone Input Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (34)
10. Remote Control/Earphones/
Line Output Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (18, 22)
11. Open Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (13)
12. 3-Colour Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (23, 53)
13. Battery Indicator
14. Disc Mode Indicator
15. Synchro Recording Indicator
16. Record Indicator
17. TOC Indicator
18. Group Indicator
19. Repeat Indicator
20. Random Indicator
21. Level Meter
22. Recording Mode Indicators
23. Track Number Indicator
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Names of Controls and Indicators (continued)
Remote control unit
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1. Earphones Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (22)
2. Record Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (19, 31)
3. Volume Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (24)
4. Mode/Display Button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (19, 26, 38)
5. Group/Clear Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (16, 21)
6. Menu Button. . . . . . . . . . . . (19 - 21, 23 - 25, 27, 40)
7. Hold Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (51)
8. Disc Mode Indicator
9. Group Name Indicator
10. Disc Name Indicator
11. Group Indicator
12. Total Track Number Indicator
13. Synchro Recording Indicator
14. Record Indicator
15. Random Indicator
16. Repeat Indicator
17. Recording Mode Indicators
18. Track Number Indicator
19. Character/Time Information Indicator
20. Battery Indicator
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