Sharp MD-MT180H Recording, Useful -Advanced, About the recording mode, About Atrac

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MD-MT180H

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Advanced Recording (continued)

Recording-

Features

Notes:

Tracks can be recorded in stereo recording mode, 2 times long recording mode, and 4 times long recording mode on one MiniDisc.

In monaural recording, the sound on the right and left channels is mixed even if the input source is in stereo. Although you can hear the stereo sound from the ear-

phones, the recorded sound is monaural.

Tracks recorded in 2 times long recording and 4 times long recording modes cannot be played with the unit that does not support these modes. On such a unit, "LP" is displayed at the beginning of the track and no sound is heard. (The operation and the display may vary depending on the unit.)

Tracks recorded in monaural cannot be played if

equipment does not support the monaural playback.

About the recording mode

You can select the recording mode from stereo recording, 2 times long recording, 4 times long recording, and mon- aural recording. Recordable time varies depending on the recording mode. If the tracks are recorded on an 80- minute MiniDisc, its recording time changes as follows:

Indication	Recording mode	Recording
		time

SP	Stereo	MAX. 80 min.
LP2	2 times long (stereo)	MAX. 160 min.
LP4	4 times long (stereo)	MAX. 320 min.
MONO	Monaural	MAX. 160 min.

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About ATRAC

The ATRAC (Adaptive TRansform Acoustic Coding) sys- tem compresses the sound data into 1/5 by cutting out the inaudible sound. Since the sound is selected based on psychoacoustics masking, the sound quality is not impaired. This unit is equipped with the ATRAC3 com- pressing system that can reduce the sound data to 1/10 or 1/20 of its original size. By employing this system, 2 times and 4 times long recordings are enabled in stereo mode.

Caution for 4 times long recording (LP4)

Special compressing method allows the 4 times long recording to realise long-time stereo recording. There- fore, some noise is recorded occasionally. If sound qual- ity should be emphasised, stereo recording or 2 times long recording is recommended.

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Contents MD-MT180H Contents IntroductionAccessories Optional AccessoriesSpecial Notes SpecialNames of Controls and Indicators Important Introduction -Names of Controls and IndicatorsMain unit ReferenceDisplay panel Storing the unit PrecautionsPrecautions Using with the Rechargeable Battery Power Source -Using with the Rechargeable BatteryCharging the rechargeable battery Insert the rechargeable batteryUsing with the AC Adaptor Power Source -Using with the AC AdaptorUsing with the Alkaline Battery Alkaline BatteryUsing WithInserting a MiniDisc Inserting a MiniDiscConnections ConnectionsCancel the hold mode RecordingBasic Operation -Recording Before recordingTo stop recording To update the recorded contents of the Mini- DiscTo interrupt recording Helpful tip when attaching a label About the TOCPlayback Basic Operation -PlaybackTo cancel the hold mode Hold FunctionBasic Operation -Playback/Hold Function Bass controlUseful Features -Advanced Playback Advanced PlaybackTo locate the desired portion To locate the beginning of a trackTo play at double speed To interrupt fast playbackTo return to normal playback Random play or repeat playLong-play recording Start recordingPress the MENU/CHRG button repeatedly to se Monaural recordingAbout the recording mode Indication Recording modeRecording Useful -AdvancedUseful Features -Advanced Recording Playback sound-actuated recordingPress the ENTER/SYNC button again Begin playback on the stereo systemTo start recording from the middle of a track Numbering restriction To create your own track numbersRecording tracks as a single track About track numbers About sampling rate converterUseful Features -Checking Displays Time of the track Total playing timeDuring playback, press the MENU/CHRG button Whilst in the stop mode, press the MENU/CHRGTrack Level Changing Default Settings Titling a MiniDisc Titling a MiniDiscCreating disc and track names Button to select DiscCharacters symbols When the name has been completely enteredTo erase a character To enter a spaceWhat is a master MiniDisc? What is a MiniDisc for stamping?To add characters Stamping titles from another MiniDisc Before stampingMaster MiniDisc operation Operation of the MiniDisc for stampingInsert a master MiniDisc Load a MiniDisc for stamping Press the ENTER/SYNC buttonEditing a Recorded MiniDisc Editing a Recorded MiniDiscTo erase one track at a time To erase all of the tracks at onceTo divide a track To move a track Listening through Another System Another SystemListening through Listening through a stereo systemOther Features and Caution References -Other Features and CautionRechargeable battery Resuming auto playMiniDisc System Limitations MiniDisc System LimitationsError Messages Error MessagesError MES Meaning Sages No Signal Tr. ProtectMD-MT180HTroubleshooting TroubleshootingMaintenance Troubleshooting/MaintenanceSpecifications SpecificationsOutput level Battery lifeInput sensitivity Sharp Corporation MD-MT180H Portable Minidisc Recorder