Sharp MD X5 operation manual What is a MINIDISC?

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WHAT IS A MINIDISC?

The disc is stored in a cartridge. You can handle it easily without worrying about dust, fingerprints, etc.

However, dust entering the opening of the cartridge, dirt on the cartridge, etc. may cause malfunctions. Please note the following.

HHandling MiniDiscs

Do not touch the disc directly!

Do not open the shutter or touch the disc directly.

If the shutter is opened forcibly, it may break.

Disc

Shutter

Cartridge

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Where not to store discs:

Do not store discs in places with high temperatures or humidity. Specifically, do not leave discs in places exposed to direct sunlight or in cars with doors and windows closed.

Do not leave discs in places where sand can get into the cartridge easily (e.g., a beach).

Regular cleaning:

If the surface of the cartridge becomes dusty or dirty, clean it with a soft, dry cloth.

HTo prevent recorded discs from being erased accidentally

(accidental erasure prevention)

Slide the accidental erasure prevention tab, located on the side of the disc, in the direction indicated by the arrow.

IThe disc will then be protected against accidental erasure.

ITo add a recording to such a disc, slide the accidental erasure prevention tab back to its original position.

Tab

HAdaptive TRansform Acoustic Coding [ATRAC]

ATRAC (Adaptive TRansform Acoustic Coding) is a new technology that is designed to eliminate the information in sounds which you can not hear and to compress the remaining sound data so that the recording uses about 1/5 of the original sound information.

Sound data is analyzed and filtered to take advantage of psycho acoustic masking. The acoustic quality of the sound is not impaired.

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” is which recording can be performed. A magneto optical disc is used.

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

LabelLabel

Shutters will be used on both sides.

HHelpful tip when attaching labels

To attach labels on MD cartridges, be sure to observe the following:

If a label is not properly attached, the MD may jam inside the unit and it may not be possible to remove it.

IOnly attach labels in the specified location. (Do not put labels anywhere else.)

IDo not put a label on top of another one.

IIf a label is peeled off or it lifts away, replace it with a new one.

HWhat is a MiniDisc?

IA MiniDisc is a 2-1/2" (64-mm) diameter disc which is stored in a cartridge. MiniDiscs are easy to handle, compared with compact discs, because they are protected against dust and scratches.

IRecording and playback use a digital system with a sound quality that is similar to that with compact discs.

MiniDiscs cannot twist or stretch like tapes. The quality of sound will not deteriorate. MiniDiscs are extremely durable.

INever disassemble a MiniDisc.

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 because the information stored in memory is output.

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Contents Model A0004CONTENTSAccessories Important Safeguards Special NotesPrecautions Front panel Names of Controls and IndicatorsDisplay window Tweeter Woofer Speaker Cord Rear panelSpeaker section Speaker connection Preparation for USEAntenna connection Placing the systemPrecautions for battery use Connecting the AC power cordLoading the batteries for the remote control To change the brightness of the displayPre-programmed equalizer VolumeSound Control Extra bass X-BASSTo check the date and time Setting the ClockTo change the setting Compact Disc Operation Loading and playing CDsTo remove a MiniDisc Minidisc OperationLoading and playing MiniDiscs Manual tuning TuningAuto tuning Radio OperationTo select preset numbers 11 to Preset tuningTo recall a preset station Direct-selection play CD and MD OperationsCue and review Apss Auto Program Search SystemAutomatic Programmable Music Selector See the diagram to the left Switching the time displayTo cancel repeat playback or random play Random and repeat playInformation TOC to be recorded on an MD Basic Information on MinidiscsDifferences from tape recordings About track numbersRecording from a CD onto a MiniDisc One-Touch Editing About monaural long-play modeRecording To rerecord To record the track number during recording Recording from the built-in radio onto a MiniDiscTo interrupt recording Editing Recording the editing results Using the editing functionEdit Menu When both tracks have a name To combine two noncontiguous tracksProgrammed move To erase tracks one at a time To erase all of the tracks at onceType Characters To create a disc nameTo erase disc names To erase a character To create a track nameTo erase track names To add a characterTo erase a name To change the message displayed when Power is turned offEntering Characters To erase a programmed messageCompatible keyboards To enter characters from a computer keyboardEntering characters Keys you can useProgramming for timer playback HOW to USE the BUILT-IN TimerTimer playback Setting timer playbackSetting timer recording Timer recordingProgramming for timer recording To check the timer setting To cancel the timer operationTo confirm the sleep timer setting Simultaneous sleep and timer operationTo change the sleep timer To cancel the sleep operationConnecting to a stereo turntable Using External UnitsConnecting external units Headphones Recording sound from an external unit What is the space-cut function?Listening to sound from an external unit To start a recording by yourself manual recording What is a MINIDISC? Minidisc System Limitations TroubleshootingIf a problem occurs GeneralMD recording and playback Radio receptionError messages Meaning Remedy Blank MDInternal care MaintenanceSpecifications External careMemo Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey Calling for ServiceLimited Warranty
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