Sharp MD-X8 operation manual Types of discs, High-speed access, Shock-Resistant Memory

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Label

Label

Shutters will be used on both sides.

Disc

TOC

Sound data

 

 

HTypes of discs

There are two types of MiniDiscs: playback-only and recordable type.

IPlayback-only MiniDisc:

This type of MiniDisc is used for commercially available pre- recorded music. This is the same kind of optical disc as a CD. Playback is performed using an optical pickup. (Recording and editing are not possible.)

A shutter is used on only one side (back).

IRecordable MiniDisc:

This is a “blank disc” which recording can be performed. A magneto optical disc is used.

Recordings are made using a laser and a magnet. Repeated recording is possible.

HHigh-speed access

A unique feature of the MiniDisc is the ability to locate the beginning of a desired track at high speed.

This is because the track number and track name data are stored in a TOC (Table of Contents).

HShock-Resistant Memory

During playback, approximately 10 seconds of information is stored in the semiconductor memory. Therefore, even when the pickup cannot read information for a second or two because of external shock, the sound continues without interruption be- cause the information stored in memory is output.

MINIDISC SYSTEM LIMITATIONS

Even if the maximum recording time of a MiniDisc is not reached, “DISC FULL” or “TOC FULL” may be displayed.

When the number of tracks used reaches the limit, regardless of the remainder being recording time, further recording will be impossible. (Maximum number of tracks: 255)

Even if the number of tracks and the recording time have reached the limit, “DISC FULL” may be displayed.

When emphasis information (equalizer treatment in the treble section) in a track switches on/off many times, each change is assumed to be the beginning of a new track, which will quickly use up all available track numbers, making further recording impossible, regardless of the remaining time, recording time or the number of tracks on the original.

Even if several short tracks are erased, the remaining recording time may not show an increase.

When the remaining recording time of a disc is displayed, short tracks less than 12 seconds long may not be included in the total.

Two tracks may not be combined in editing.

For MiniDiscs which repeated recording and editing operations were performed, the COMBINE function may not work.

The total of the recorded time and time remaining on a disc may not add up to the maximum possible recording time.

A cluster (about 2 seconds) is normally the minimum unit of recording. So, even if a track is less than 2 seconds long, it will use about 2 seconds of space on the disc. Therefore, the time actually available for recording may be less than the remaining time displayed.

If there are scratches on a disc, those sections will be automatically avoided (no recording will be placed in those sections). Therefore, recording time will be reduced.

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Contents Contents AccessoriesModel Important Safeguards Special NotesGeneral PrecautionsVolume control CondensationNames of Controls and Indicators 21 22 24 25 26Speaker Preparation for USE Antenna connectionSpeaker connection Mounting the speaker grilles Connecting the AC power cordRemoving the speaker grilles Placing the systemRemote control Precautions for battery useDisplay Section To change the contrast of the displayCharacter display Menus for the timer and MD editing Multi Control ButtonTo select CD or MD track numbers When the power is off, the time appears on the display Setting the ClockTo change the setting To check the timePre-programmed equalizer VolumeSound Control Extra bass X-BASSWhen Center is selected Adjusting the sense of width or depthWhen Wide is selected About 3D surroundEntering characters HOW to Enter CharactersMessage displayed when the power is on or off pages MD disc names or track namespages 36Entering standard size characters To correct, add, or delete a characterE p a r a t i o n Entering extra large characters PreparationTo enter characters from a computer keyboard Keys you can useCompact Disc Operation Loading and playing CDTo remove a MiniDisc Minidisc OperationLoading and playing MiniDiscs After useManual tuning TuningAuto tuning Radio OperationTo select preset numbers 11 to 40 using the remote control Preset tuningTo recall a preset station WwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwThen, press the NAME/TOC Edit button Programming Radio Station NamesPress the NAME/TOC Edit button Enter a radio station name For details about entering characters, see pagesCue and review Various CD and MD OperationsDirect-selection play Apss Auto Program Search SystemAutomatic Programmable Music Selector To cancel repeat playback or random play Repeat and random playTo repeat playback of selected tracks Remaining play time Switching the time displayElapsed play time Total remaining timeInformation TOC to be recored on an Basic Information on MinidiscsDifferences from tape recordings About track numbersAbout monaural long-play mode RecordingRecording from a CD onto a MiniDisc One-Touch Editing To rerecord Track editingPress the Track button Press the REC I buttonRecording from the built-in radio onto a MiniDisc To interrupt recordingTo record the track number during recording Connect the unit to a portable MD player.Page Press the MD 0 MD button on the main unitTo record a particular track Editing Using the editing function Edit MenuRecording the editing results To cancel the operation, press the MD H button When both tracks have a nameUnit will enter the pause mode Press the Enter button againMove Programmed moveExample To erase tracks one at a time To erase tracks one at a timeTo erase all of the tracks at once To erase all of the tracks at onceTo create a disc name To create a disc nameTo create a track name To create a track namePerform steps 1-3 of To create a disc name, on To erase disc names or track namesDisc name Track nameTo set up the timer for playback HOW to USE the BUILT-IN TimerWhat the timer can do Timer in this product can do the followingStopping timer playback in the middle Performing timer playbackAfter making all required settings, press the Enter button To change a settingTo set up the timer for recording Stopping timer recording in the middleTo cancel the timer operation Performing timer recordingTo check the timer setting To check the timer settingSleep operation will be canceled. Sleep will disappear To confirm or change the sleep timer settingTo cancel the sleep operation Sleep operationUsing timer playback and sleep operation in combination Using timer recording and sleep operation in combinationConnecting to digital audio sources Using External UnitsConnecting a personal computer Digital sound card Digital sound card connecting cableConnecting analog units HeadphonesListening to sound from an external unit Adjust the input sound level using the Input Level controlSynchro recording To listen to digital soundManual recording Track numbersListening to stereo turntable Using the microphoneUsing the microphone as a loudspeaker Mixing with musicWhile in the stop mode, press the Message button To return to the default common messageTo change the common message Common message will return to Lets Enjoy MusicTypes of fixed messages stored in memory For details on how to enter the month and day, seeStoring a special message in memory Built-in messages stored in memory will appearTo create a new message based on a built-in message When creating your own messageTo cancel the special message setting Finally, press the Message buttonHandling MiniDiscs What is a MINIDISC?What is a MiniDisc? Adaptive TRansform Acoustic Coding AtracShock-Resistant Memory High-speed accessTypes of discs Minidisc System LimitationsTroubleshooting If a problem occursWhen an error message is displayed, proceed as follows Blank MDMoisture condensation If a power failure occurs during recordingReseting the Microcomputer Following cases, condensation may form inside the unitInternal care MaintenanceSpecifications External care38-58 98.6.23, 1034 AM Calling for Service Limited WarrantySharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey

MD-X8 specifications

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