Playing MDs

Useful Tips When Recording from MDs to Tape

The Auto Space and Auto Pause functions described in this section make recording from MDs to tape more easy.

Press MD (or set CD/MD to MD) to switch the function of the buttons to MD.

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Inserting blank spaces while recording to tape (Auto Space)

The Auto Space function inserts a 3-second blank space between each track while recording from MDs to tapes, allowing you to use the AMS function during later playback.

Press A.SPACE repeatedly until “A.SPACE” appears in the display.

To cancel Auto Space

Press A.SPACE repeatedly until “A.SPACE” disappears.

Note

If the Auto Space function is on while recording a selection containing multiple track numbers, (for example, a medley or symphony), blank spaces will be inserted within the selection whenever the track number changes.

Pausing after each track (Auto Pause)

When the Auto Pause function is on, the player pauses after playing each track. Auto Pause is convenient when recording single tracks or multiple, non- consecutive tracks.

Press A.SPACE repeatedly until “A.PAUSE” appears in the display.

To restart playback

Press á or P.

To cancel Auto Pause

Press A.SPACE repeatedly until “A.PAUSE” disappears.

Note

If you turn off the unit, the player will recall the last setting of the Auto Space and Auto Pause functions the next time you turn on the unit.

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MXD-D1 specifications

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