PORTABLE MINIDISC RECORDER

MODEL

MD-MT16E

OPERATION MANUAL

* MD-MT16H FOR UK(F/R) 1 99.4.2, 0:58 PM

SPECIAL NOTES

NOTE FOR USERS IN THE U.K.

SERVICE INFORMATION

In the unlikely event of your equipment requiring repair, please contact the dealer or supplier from whom it was purchased. Where this is not possible, please contact the telephone number listed below. You will then be given details of how to obtain service.

– 0345-125387 –

Please note; all calls will be charged at local rate.

Certain replacement parts and accessories may be obtained from our main parts distributor.

WILLOW VALE ELECTRONICS LTD.

MANCHESTER

READING

0161-682-1415

01189-876444

In the unlikely event of this equipment requiring repair during the guarantee period, you will need to provide proof of the date of purchase to the repairing company.

Please keep your invoice or receipt, which is supplied at the time of purchase.

● 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.

● This equipment complies with the requirements of Directives 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC as amended by 93/68/

EEC.

* MD-MT16H FOR UK(01-21) 2

1

99.4.2, 0:56 PM

CAUTION

Use the Portable Minidisc Recorder only in accordance 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 exposure to hazardous radiation.

● The letters in brackets contained in the model number indicate the colour of the product only. Operation and specifications are unaffected.

● US and foreign patents licensed from

Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

Warning:

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to dripping or splashing.

CAUTION

At full volume, prolonged listening to a personal stereo may damage the users hearing.

This model complies with the law if used with the correct earphones (model number

RPHOH0001AWZZ).

If the earphones are damaged in any way, please order using the model number given above.

* MD-MT16H FOR UK(01-21) 3

2

99.4.2, 0:56 PM

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing this SHARP product.

For the best performance, read this manual carefully.

It will guide you in operating your SHARP product.

CONTENTS

Page

ACCESSORIES ..................................... 3

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ................. 3

PRECAUTIONS ..................................... 4

NAMES OF CONTROLS AND

INDICATORS ...................................... 5

POWER SOURCE .............................. 6-8

BEFORE RECORDING .................... 9-10

RECORDING USING THE

ANALOGUE CABLE ................... 11-12

RECORDING USING THE

OPTICAL DIGITAL CABLE .............. 13

RECORDING FROM THE

MICROPHONE ............................ 14-15

CONVENIENT RECORDING

FUNCTION .................................. 16-19

Page

ABOUT TRACK NUMBERS ............... 20

ABOUT THE TOC ................................ 21

PLAYING A MINIDISC .................... 22-23

CONVENIENT PLAYBACK

FUNCTIONS ................................ 24-26

EDITING ......................................... 27-32

USING WITH OTHER EQUIPMENT ... 33

CONVENIENT OPERATION

OF THE UNIT .............................. 34-36

WHAT IS A MINIDISC? ....................... 37

TROUBLESHOOTING ................... 37-38

MINIDISC SYSTEM LIMITATIONS ...... 39

ERROR MESSAGES ........................... 40

MAINTENANCE .................................. 41

SPECIFICATIONS .......................... 41-42

TERMS OF GUARANTEE ..... Back caver

ACCESSORIES

Carrying Bag x 1

Analogue Cable

(RCA Lead ) x 1 Earphones x 1

Note:

Parts and equipment mentioned in this operation manual other than those in the drawing are not included.

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

Rechargeable Nickel-

Metal Hydride Battery

(AD-T20BT)

Car adaptor

(AD-CA20X)

Cassette adaptor

(AD-CT14)

Car mounting unit

(AD-T20CU)

Optical Digital Cable

(AD-M1DC)

Optical Digital Cable

(AD-M2DC)

3

AC Adaptor

(AD-T20APE)

* MD-MT16H FOR UK(01-21) 4 99.4.2, 0:56 PM

PRECAUTIONS

■

Important

● Do not wear your earphones when you are crossing streets or near traffic.

● Do not use your earphones whilst driving a motor vehicle, it may create a dangerous traffic hazard and may be illegal.

Remember to obey all of the safety rules in your area.

● Do not play the unit at a high volume.

Hearing experts advise against extended listening at high volume levels.

● If you experience ringing in your ears, reduce the volume or discontinue use.

■

Volume setting

Reduce the volume before starting to play. MiniDiscs, compared to ordinary cassette tapes, have very little noise.

If the volume is adjusted according to your usual expectations of noise, you may damage your hearing due to the high volume.

■

Storing the unit

Avoid using or leaving the unit in the following places.

● 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 colour or the unit may malfunction.)

● Places exposed to water.

● Places exposed to excessive dust.

● Places where temperatures are excessively high or low.

● Places (bathrooms) where the humidity is extremely high.

● Places with strong magnetic fields such as TVs or loudspeakers.

● Places exposed to vibration.

● Places where sand can easily enter the inside of the unit (beaches etc.).

● 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.

■

Concern for others when listen- ing to MiniDiscs

If you are enjoying listening to music, the sound escaping from your earphones may annoy people around you.

If you are using the unit in particularly crowded places (such as on trains or buses), reduce the volume to avoid annoying people around you.

■

Precautions

To avoid accidental electric shock or other possible problems, observe the precautions listed below.

● Do not disassemble or modify the unit.

● Do not drop or subject the unit to shock.

● Do not use the unit near open flames.

● Do not spill liquid on the unit.

● Do not use an external power supply, other than the 5V DC supplied with this unit, as it may damage it.

● SHARP is not responsible for damage due to improper use. Refer all servicing to a SHARP authorised service centre.

4

* MD-MT16H FOR UK(01-21) 5 99.4.2, 0:56 PM

NAMES OF CONTROLS AND INDICATORS

11

12

13

14

17

1 2 3 4 5 6

18

15 16

19 20 21

7

8

9

10

1. Monaural Long-Play Mode Indicator

2. Record Indicator

3. Level Meter

4. Fast Play Indicator

5. Repeat Indicator

6. TOC Indicator

7. Battery Indicator

8. Random Indicator

9. Track Number Indicator

10. Character/Time Information Indicator

11. Synchro Recording Indicator

12. Disc Mode Indicator

13. Disc Name Indicator

14. Track Name Indicator

15. Remaining Recording Time Indicator

16. Total Track Number Indicator

24

29

25 26 27 28

22

23

30

31

32

33

34

35

17. Edit/Auto Mark/Time Mark Button

18. Mode Button

19. Display/Character Select Button

20. Bass/Delete Button

21. Enter/Fast Play/Synchro Button

22. Volume Up/Cursor Button

23. Volume Down/Cursor/Charge Button

24. Record/Track Mark Button

25. Fast Reverse/Recording Level Down/

Name Select Button

26. Stop/Power Off Button

27. Play/Pause Button

28. Fast Forward/Recording Level Up/

Name Select Button

29. Open Lever

30. Earphones Socket

31. Optical/Line Input Socket

32. Microphone Input Socket

33. Hold Switch

34. 5V DC Input Socket

35. Battery Cover

5

* MD-MT16H FOR UK(01-21) 6 99.4.2, 0:56 PM

POWER SOURCE

You can power this unit with commercially available alkaline batteries (LR6, “AA” size).

You can also power this unit with a rechargeable battery (AD-T20BT), AC adaptor (AD-

T20APE) or car adaptor (AD-CA20X) which are available separately. (See page 3.)

1

2

3

■

Alkaline batteries power

● Use two commercially available alkaline batteries (LR6, “AA” size).

1

Open the battery cover.

● Slide the battery cover as far as it will go to the outside and then lift to open it.

If the battery cover is lifted without being slid all the way out, it may break.

2

Insert two alkaline batteries according to the polarity marked on the bottom of the unit.

● Installing the batteries incorrectly may cause the unit to malfunction.

3

Close the battery cover.

Precautions for alkaline battery use:

● Replace all old batteries with new ones at the same time.

● Do not mix old and new batteries.

● Remove the batteries if they are weak or if the unit is not in use for long periods to prevent potential damage due to battery leakage.

Caution:

Do not use nickel-cadmium battery, etc. instead of alkaline batteries.

Caution:

● If the unit is not used for a long period of time, remove the battery. (Even if the power is turned off, the battery will drain slowly but continuously.)

● Do not use any car adaptor except for the separately available AD-CA20X.

● For information about the battery life, see the battery item in the SPECIFICATIONS on page 41.

● This unit should only be used within the range of 0

°

C - 40

°

C (32

°

F - 104

°

F).

● Do not use alkaline batteries other than those specified (LR6, “AA” size).

6

99.4.2, 0:56 PM * MD-MT16H FOR UK(01-21) 7

1

2

3

4

Insert securely, all the way in.

5

To the DC IN 5V socket

AC 230-240V,

50/60 Hz

7

■

Rechargeable battery power

When the rechargeable battery is used for the first time or when you want to use it after a long period of disuse, be sure to charge it fully.

1

Open the battery cover.

● Slide the battery cover as far as it will go to the outside and then lift to open it.

If the battery cover is lifted without being slid all the way out, it may break.

2

Insert the rechargeable battery according to the polarity marked on the bottom of the unit.

3

Close the battery cover.

4

Plug the AC adaptor into the AC socket, and then insert the plug on the AC adaptor lead into the DC IN 5V socket.

5

Press the CHARGE button to begin charging.

● “ ” will appear, and the battery will begin charging.

● After about 4 hours have passed,

“ ” will go out.

This indicates that the battery charging is about 90% complete.

● To charge the battery fully, continue charging for about 2 more hours.

(In this case, you do not need to press the CHARGE button. Even if the

CHARGE button is pressed, “ ” will not appear.)

Notes:

● After charging has been completed, the

AC adaptor may be left connected.

(For example, when charging at night)

● The battery will not be charged when the power to the main unit is turned on.

● Do not force open the battery cover too wide.

● Do not use a rechargeable battery or an

AC adaptor other than those specified on page 3 (OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES).

● The charging time will vary, depending on the condition of the battery.

● When the battery is charged for the first time or is charged after not being used for a long period, the operating time may be shorter than normal. The battery life will recover with normal use i.e. charging and discharging.

● To avoid shortening the service life of the battery only recharge the battery after in has been completely discharged.

99.4.2, 0:56 PM * MD-MT16H FOR UK(01-21) 8

■

About the rechargeable battery

● A rechargeable nickel-metal hydride battery is the only kind that can be used.

Even if the battery is not used, you should charge it at least once every three months because of the special quality of this battery.

● The rechargeable battery can be charged approximately 300 times.

● Do not use any battery other than that specified. Use of other batteries may cause malfunctions.

● When the operating time is reduced to about half the normal amount of time, even after a full charge is performed, replace the battery with a new one.

● When charging or when using the rechargeable battery, use it within an ambient temperature range of

5

°

C - 35

°

C (41

°

F - 95

°

F).

● If the rechargeable battery is used in a cold environment, the operating time will be reduced.

● Do not disassemble the battery.

Since the rechargeable battery is vulnerable to damage, please note the following.

● Do not carry the battery in your pocket or a bag together with metal objects

(keys, coins, jewelry, etc.). The battery may short out and generate significant amounts of heat.

● Do not stand or store the battery on a metal plate.

This may cause the battery to short-circuit, and it is dangerous.

● Do not short-circuit the terminals as they will become very hot and will damage the battery.

● Do not dip the battery in water, do not dispose of it in a fire, and do not take it apart.

● When you want to carry the rechargeable battery, put it into the accessory case included with the separately available AD-T20BT.

To avoid damaging the battery and shortening its service life, please note the following.

● Do not drop or subject the battery to shock.

● Do not insert objects (metal etc.) into the battery compartment of this product or into the rechargeable battery. Do not get the terminals dirty. If the rechargeable terminals are dirty, the operating time may be shortened or it may not be possible to charge the battery.

● After the rechargeable battery is charged or used, it will get slightly warm. This is normal.

■

AC power

1

Connect the lead from the AC adaptor to the DC IN 5V socket on the unit.

2

Plug the AC adaptor into an AC socket.

Notes:

● When there is thunder or lightning in your vicinity, unplug the AC adaptor from the

AC socket.

● When the unit is not in use for extended periods, remove the AC adaptor from the

AC socket.

● Never use an AC adaptor other than the one specified. Otherwise, problems or serious hazards may be created.

● Do not bend, twist or tie the power lead or put heavy objects on top of it.

● Be sure to hold the plug when removing it. If you pull on the lead, it may break, or the unit may malfunction.

8

99.4.2, 0:56 PM * MD-MT16H FOR UK(01-21) 9

BEFORE RECORDING

■

Type of recording

Two types of recording are possible: “Analogue recording” and “Digital recording”.

There are different cables and connections for each type of recording, depending on the sockets on the equipment being connected to the unit.

(1) Analogue recording

Connect the unit to equipment that has a line output socket, using the analogue cable included with this unit.

● Main equipment: CD player, MD player, radio cassette player, etc.

● Cable required: Analogue cable included with this unit.

(2) Digital recording

Connect the unit to equipment that has an optical output socket using the optical digital cable. Using an optical signal to transfer the music to a MiniDisc allows very high quality recording.

● Main equipment: CD player, MD player,

Digital radio, etc.

● Cable required: Optional optical digital cable AD-M1DC or AD-M2DC.

Recording side

To the OPTICAL/

LINE IN socket

OPTICAL/

LINE IN

Playback side

To the line output sockets on a stereo

AUDIO OUT

R L

RIGHT LEFT

DIGITAL OUT

OPTICAL OUT

Recording side

OPTICAL/

LINE IN To the OPTICAL/

LINE IN socket

Playback side

To the optical output socket (square shaped socket) on a stereo etc.

Playback side

To the optical output socket (round shaped socket) on an MD player etc.

9

* MD-MT16H FOR UK(01-21) 10 99.4.2, 0:57 PM

Notes:

● When making important recordings, it is recommended that you use the AC adaptor. A fully charged rechargeable battery or alkaline batteries should be loaded into the unit. Then, even if a power failure occurs, the power source will switch over to the battery automatically.

● When using the rechargeable battery or the alkaline batteries, if the volume level is set to “0”, the battery consumption will be less than when listening to the recording whilst it is being made.

● Insert each plug firmly. If the connections are poor, the recording may not be made properly. Always keep the plugs clean.

If the plugs are dirty, electrical noise may be recorded.

●

Recordable MiniDisc:

This is a “raw disc” on which recording can be performed.

This is a magneto-optical disc.

Recordings are made using a laser and a modulated magnetic field. Repeated recording is possible.

■

Shutters can be seen on both sides of this type of disc.

To prevent recorded discs from being erased accidentally

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

● The disc will then be protected against accidental erasure.

■

Types of discs

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

●

Playback-only MiniDisc:

This type of MiniDisc usually contains commercially available pre-recorded music. This is the same kind of optical disc as CDs.

Playback is performed using an optical pickup.

(Recording and editing are not possible.)

Protected against accidental erasure

There will only be a shutter on one side

(the back).

● To add a recording to such a disc, slide the accidental erase prevention tab back to its original position.

* MD-MT16H FOR UK(01-21) 11

10

99.4.2, 0:57 PM

RECORDING USING THE ANALOGUE CABLE

■

Recording from CDs or MDs

(Synchro recording)

Synchro recording is a method that detects the playback sound from the source equipment.

When sound is present, it automatically starts the recording. When the source is silent, the recording will be paused.

4

Whilst playing sound from the external equipment connected to this unit, press the

5

or

4

button to adjust the recording level.

0dB

–4dB

1

Connect the external equipment.

(See page 9.)

2

Insert a recordable MiniDisc.

2

● Adjust the recording level so that the maximum sound volume from the source makes the reading swing somewhere between – 4 dB and 0 dB.

● To record from a CD, first adjust the recording level.

Then put the equipment connected to this unit into the playback stand-by mode.

5

Press the ENTER/SYNC button.

Flashing

1

OPEN

3

4

3

Press the REC button.

● To record from a tuner, first tune in a broadcast.

● To record from a CD, first start playing the track you want to record.

6

Begin playback on the source equipment.

● Recording will begin automatically.

To interrupt recording:

● When the source equipment is stopped, the unit will enter the synchro recording stand-by mode.

When playback is resumed, a recording will be resumed.

● If a silence lasts for 3 seconds or more, the recording will be paused.

● Pressing the

06

button on this unit

(when in this mode) will cause the unit to enter the recording stand-by mode and cancel the synchro recording mode.

● The track number will be increased by one each time the recording is interrupted.

To stop recording:

Press the ■ /:OFF button.

● If the unit is left unattended after the recording is complete, the power will automatically shut off in approximately

2 minutes.

11

99.4.2, 0:57 PM * MD-MT16H FOR UK(01-21) 12

To turn off the power:

Press the ■ /:OFF button whilst in the stop mode.

● After the track number has been written on the disc, the power will shut off automatically.

(For details about the TOC, see page

21.)

To remove the MiniDisc:

Turn off the power and move the OPEN lever in the direction indicated by the arrow.

2

1

OPEN

■

Recording from a tuner or a CD

(Manual recording)

Manual recordings can be started and stopped as you like.

1

Place the unit in the recording stand-by mode.

(Perform steps 1 - 4 in the “Synchro recording” section.)

2

Press the

06

button.

● Recording will start.

● To record from a CD, press the

06 button, and then start playback on the equipment connected to this unit.

● Track numbers can be created whilst recording. (Page 18)

To interrupt recording:

Press the

06

button whilst recording.

● The unit will enter the recording stand-by mode.

● To resume recording, press the

06 button again.

The track number will be increased by one each time you interrupt a recording.

Recordings can not be made in the following situations:

● Recording on a playback-only

MiniDisc (commercially available music).

● If a MiniDisc is protected against accidental erasure. (page 10)

About the recording level:

● If the recording level is too low, the playback sound volume may be too low to hear well. If it is too high, the playback sound may be greatly distorted. Since digitally recorded

CDs have a large dynamic range

(the volume can vary tremendously from very soft to extremely loud), do not set the recording level any higher than is necessary.

Precautions when recording:

● Do not jar or bump the main unit whilst recording. Otherwise, the recording may be unusable.

● Depending on the strength and type of playback signal in the original recording, the new recording may not begin or pause at the correct point when in the synchro mode.

If this happens, try making a manual recording.

Precautions when inserting a

MiniDisc:

● To insert a MiniDisc, push on the middle of the edge of the disc whilst holding it parallel to the main unit.

● If any resistance is felt, do not try to force the MiniDisc into the unit, as it may cause damage to the unit.

If resistance is felt, remove the

MiniDisc and try reloading it.

12

99.4.2, 0:57 PM * MD-MT16H FOR UK(01-21) 13

RECORDING USING THE OPTICAL DIGITAL CABLE

This is the method used for recording digital signals from CDs or MDs exactly as they are stored on the original.

Compared to recordings made from analogue inputs, digital recordings have extremely high-quality sound.

1

2

Connect the external equipment.

(See page 9.)

Start recording.

Synchro recording: Page 11

Before starting a synchro recording, perform the following steps on the equipment connected to this unit.

(1) First, put it in the playback mode.

(2) Next, put it in the pause mode.

(3) Finally, position it at the beginning of the track you want to record.

There are cases where digital recording may be impossible.

In the following cases digital recording is impossible, even if you are using digital cables.

When you attempt to make a new digital recording from a track that was digitally recorded on a MiniDisc.

● MiniDiscs are designed so that only first generation digital copies can be made.

Further digital copies are prevented by the SCMS (Serial Copy Management

System).

Playback Digital cable Recording

CD player, MD player, etc.

Digitally recorded MiniDisc

(1) Insert a recordable MiniDisc, and then press the REC button.

(2) Press the ENTER/SYNC button.

(3) Start the playback on the equipment connected to this unit.

Manual recording: Page 12

(1) Insert a recordable MiniDisc, and then press the REC button.

(2) Press the

06

button.

● When recording from digital inputs, it is not necessary to adjust the recording level.

MD player

Playback Digital cable Recording

Analogue recording is possible.

Notes:

● This unit incorporates a sampling rate converter.

When this unit is connected to digital equipment such as Digital radios or

DAT tape recorders that use a different sampling frequency (32 kHz or 48 kHz), recordings can still be made.

(The sampling frequency of this unit is

44.1 kHz.)

● When making a digital recording from a portable CD player (if the player has a sound skip prevention function and this function is turned on) the optical output will drop out and digital recording will not be possible. Be sure to turn the sound skip prevention function off.

13

99.4.2, 0:57 PM * MD-MT16H FOR UK(01-21) 14

RECORDING FROM THE MICROPHONE

■

Recording from the microphone

(Mic synchro recording)

The recording will begin automatically in response to a noise or a person speaking.

When the sound stops, the recording will pause. This function is convenient when recording lectures, conferences, etc.

3

Press the REC button.

● A monaural, long-play recording mode is available. (Page 18)

● Timed identification marks can be created whilst recording. (Page 16)

4

Press the

5

or

4

button to adjust the recording level.

Stereo microphone

(commercially available)

0dB

–4dB

To the MIC

IN socket

MIC IN

PLUG IN

POWER

1

Connect the stereo microphone to the

MIC IN socket.

● When a microphone is connected to this unit, the unit will automatically switch to input from the microphone.

2

Insert a recordable MiniDisc.

(See page 11.)

● Adjust the recording level so that the maximum sound volume from the source makes the reading swing between –4 dB and 0 dB.

● When the recording level display is changed from “MIC H 21” to “MIC L

20”, the sound will be interrupted momentarily.

This is normal.

5

Press the ENTER/SYNC button to select the synchro recording level.

(This level can be changed, even whilst recording.)

● Refer to the following table.

Synchro recording level display

Sound level at which to start recording

MIC SYNC H

–24dB

MIC SYNC L

–12dB

● When the microphone input is set to

“MIC SYNC H”, recording will start when the smallest noise is detected.

If the unit starts recording too often from small unwanted noises, set the microphone input to “MIC SYNC L”.

Continued to the next page.

14

99.4.2, 0:57 PM * MD-MT16H FOR UK(01-21) 15

6

When a sound, such as a person speaking, is picked up by the microphone, recording will begin automatically.

● If a silence lasts for 3 seconds or more, the recording will be paused automatically. However, the unit will not pause for about the first 10 seconds after recording has started.

To interrupt a synchro recording:

Press the

06

button whilst recording.

● The Mic synchro recording mode will be cancelled, and the unit will enter the recording stand-by mode.

● To resume synchro recording, press the

ENTER/SYNC button again.

To stop recording:

Press the ■ /:OFF button.

Notes:

● If you want to use a microphone, be sure it is a plug-in-power type microphone.

● When a plug-in-power type microphone is plugged in, the main unit will provide power for the microphone’s operation.

● If a different type of microphone is plugged in, it may not operate properly or it may cause the unit to malfunction.

● Insert the plug firmly. If you don’t, the recording will not be made properly.

● Use a microphone with a 3.5 mm (1/8") diameter stereo mini plug.

● Whilst making a mic recording, do not connect anything to the OPTICAL/LINE

IN socket on the main unit.

■

Recording from the microphone

(Mic manual recording)

You can start recording manually (anytime you like).

1

Put the unit in the recording stand-by mode. (Perform steps 1 - 4 in the “Mic synchro recording” section.)

2

Press the

06

button.

● Recording will start.

To interrupt a recording:

Press the

06

button whilst recording.

● The unit will enter the recording stand-by mode.

● To resume recording, press the

06

button again.

The track number will be increased by one each time you interrupt a recording.

To stop recording:

Press the ■ /:OFF button.

15

99.4.2, 0:57 PM * MD-MT16H FOR UK(01-21) 16

CONVENIENT RECORDING FUNCTION

■

Creating marks whilst making a mic recording (Timed auto mark function)

Marks can be created at a fixed interval

(every 5 minutes is the default setting) so that the beginning of any track can be found.

The interval at which marks are created can be changed by the user.

Whilst in the recording stand-by mode or whilst recording, press the EDIT button.

● Each time the button is pressed, the setting will change as follows:

About the timed auto mark:

Whenever a recording begins, a track number will be created automatically.

●

●

: Track number which is created when a silence lasts for 3 seconds or more during synchro recording.

: Track number which is created by the timed auto mark function.

Example when the setting is for “5 minutes”:

When making a mic synchro recording

Track number 1

Track number 2

Track number 3

Track number 4

Track number 5

(A mark is created every 3 minutes.)

2 minutes 5 minutes 1 minute 5 minutes

If a silence lasts for 3 seconds or more, a timed auto mark will be created 5 minutes after the previously created track number.

(No marks are created.)

When making a mic manual recording

Track number 1

Track number 2

Track number 3

Track number 4

(A mark is created every 10 minutes.)

(A mark is created every 5 minutes.)

● The time between marks may vary slightly when compared with the actual recording time.

5 minutes 5 minutes 5 minutes

● A timed auto mark will be created every 5 minutes.

When the timed auto mark setting has been changed

Track number 1

Track number 2

3 minutes 10 minutes 10 minutes

When the setting is changed to 10 minutes whilst recording, a timed auto mark will be created 10 minutes after the change is made.

16

* MD-MT16H FOR UK(01-21) 17 99.4.2, 0:57 PM

■

Recording tracks as a single track

You can record several pieces of music as a single track, disable the auto marker function.

1

Press the EDIT button whilst the recording is paused.

■

To start recording from the middle of an existing track

You can erase a portion of a track that has been already recorded and make a new recording.

Caution:

● All of the tracks that follow the newly recorded track will be erased.

1

During playback, press the

06

button at the point where you want to begin re-recording.

2

Press the REC button.

● To cancel the operation, press the

■ /:OFF button.

3

Press the ENTER/SYNC button.

● All of the tracks and track names will be erased, following the point where the playback is paused.

2 3

(The display will be blanked out immediately.)

2

Press the

06

button.

● Recording will start.

Note:

● When making digital recordings using a CD player or an MD player, track numbers will be created automatically regardless of the setting of the auto marker function.

Making a track number automatically:

Press the EDIT button whilst the recording is paused.

● “AUTO MARK” will be displayed.

4

Press the

06

button.

● Recording will start.

Number of the track to be recorded next

Note:

● When there is a track that you don’t want to erase after the point on the disc where you want to make a new recording, use the move function to move the track and then make your recording after that point.

(See “EDITING”, page 27.)

17

* MD-MT16H FOR UK(01-21) 18 99.4.2, 0:57 PM

■

To check the remaining disc time

Whilst recording, you can check the remaining time available on the disc.

Press the DISPLAY button whilst recording or whilst in the recording pause mode.

■

To create your own track numbers whilst recording

You can create your own track numbers at special points in a recording, so that these points can easily be found later.

At any point where you want to create a track number whilst recording, press the

REC button.

● The track number will be written on the disc and the recording will continue uninterrupted.

■

Double time recording in monaural mode

When recording in the monaural long-play mode, it can be about twice as long as the recording time available for a stereo recording.

The monaural long-play mode is very useful for recording conferences or lectures.

Press the MODE button whilst the recording is paused.

● Each time this button is pressed, the display will switch between the stereo mode and the monaural long-play mode.

Lights up whilst in the monaural long-play mode.

Remaining recordable time

● When the DISPLAY button is pressed again, the unit will return to the initial display.

Note:

● The display of the remaining disc time may vary slightly from the actual remaining time. (Page 39) Notes:

● If input is from a stereo source, the sounds from the left and right channels will be combined.

● Although the monitor sound you hear in the earphones whilst recording is in stereo, recording will be monaural.

● MiniDiscs recorded in the monaural long-play mode may not play on other

MD players.

● When a recording is made in the monaural long-play mode, you will be able to play back the MiniDisc twice as fast as the normal playback speed. (Page 25)

● When the unit is stopped after a recording has been made in the monaural long-play mode, the recording mode will return to the stereo mode automatically.

* MD-MT16H FOR UK(01-21) 19

18

99.4.2, 0:57 PM

■

To erase tracks To erase all of the tracks at once:

1

Whilst in the stop mode, press the EDIT button to select “ALL ERASE”.

● “ALL ERASE” can also be selected by holding down the EDIT button for at least 2 seconds.

2

Press the ENTER/SYNC button.

● To cancel the operation, press the

■ /:OFF button.

1 2

To erase tracks one at a time:

1

Start playing the track you want to erase, and press the

06

button.

● The unit will enter the pause mode.

2

Press the EDIT button to select

“ERASE”.

1 2

3

Press the ENTER/SYNC button again.

● All of the track numbers, track names, and disc names will be erased.

Number of the paused track

3

Press the ENTER/SYNC button.

● To cancel the operation, press the

■ /:OFF button.

4

Press the ENTER/SYNC button again.

● The track will be erased.

3 4

Notes:

● Once a track has been erased, it cannot be recovered. Double-check the track number before erasing it.

● When a track is erased, the numbers assigned to the tracks following the erased track will be automatically decreased by one.

● When a track is erased, the track name will be erased at the same time.

5

To erase other tracks, repeat steps 1 -4.

19

* MD-MT16H FOR UK(01-21) 20 99.4.2, 0:57 PM

ABOUT TRACK NUMBERS

When recording, track numbers will be created automatically.

(Auto marker function/Synchro marker function)

When recording from analogue inputs:

(Including digital inputs other than CDs or MiniDiscs)

A new track number will automatically be created whenever 1 second or more of silence occurs in the source.

(Auto marker function)

Playback side

About 1 second

Silence

First track

Second track

Recording side

When recording from digital inputs:

(CDs/MiniDiscs only)

Track numbers will be created automatically for each track at the same point where track numbers already exist on the CD or

MiniDisc.

(Synchro marker function)

Playback side

First track

Track A

Second track Third track

Track B Track C

Recording side

First track

Track A

Second track Third track

Track B Track C

● If there is some noise in the “silent” spaces from the source, the track numbers may not be created at the correct position, depending on the contents of the source being recorded.

● You can also record a series of tracks without using the auto marker function.

● The track numbers on the playback side may not match the track numbers recorded on the MiniDisc.

● When recording, if a programmed playback is performed by the source or playback is performed by selecting tracks manually, the MiniDisc track numbers may not be the same as on the source.

● The track numbers can also be changed after recording.

● Track numbers may not be created, even when recording from digital inputs, depending on the CD player used for the source.

* MD-MT16H FOR UK(01-21) 21

20

99.4.2, 0:57 PM

ABOUT THE TOC

The TOC (an abbreviation for Table of

Contents) is information about the track numbers and recorded areas that allow the unit to find musical selections or sounds.

The entire MD is controlled by the information in this TOC, which enables the unit to find the beginning of a track quickly or to record automatically in a vacant area.

● The TOC is recorded in a specific area on a MiniDisc, which is not used for sound recording.

■

About TOC recording

When you start recording or editing, “TOC” will appear in the display.

■

When is the TOC recorded?

The revised TOC will be recorded on the disc automatically when you press the

■ /:OFF button whilst in the stop mode. This will also turn the power to this unit off.

TOC display

The power will be turned off after the TOC has been recorded on the disc.

This indicates that information in the TOC is now being changed according to recording or editing being performed.

● The changed TOC information will not be recorded on the MiniDisc right away.

Caution:

● Whilst “TOC” or “TOC EDIT!” is displayed, do not do any of the following.

– Do not jar or bump the main unit.

– Do not unplug the AC adaptor.

– Do not remove the rechargeable battery or alkaline batteries.

If you do, the changes in the recorded or edited contents will be lost if the TOC information is not recorded properly.

Notes:

● Whilst “TOC” is displayed, the MiniDisc should not be removed. Turn the power off first, and then remove the MiniDisc.

● The edited contents can be stored on the disc after several editing steps have been performed.

* MD-MT16H FOR UK(01-21) 22

21

99.4.2, 0:57 PM

PLAYING A MINIDISC

Earphones

For the For the left right

(L) (R)

To the socket

Playback does not start when a

MiniDisc is inserted:

Press the

06

button.

In the following cases, the auto-play function will not work.

● When the recordable MiniDisc write protection tab is closed (page 10)

● When the auto-play function has been cancelled (page 35)

3

Press the VOLUME + button to increase the volume and the VOLUME – button to decrease the volume.

Volume (0 - 30)

4

Adjust the bass level.

Each time the BASS button is pressed, the tone will be switched as follows:

1

Insert the earphones plug into the socket. Push the plug all the way in.

2

Insert a MiniDisc. (See page 11.)

● The power will be turned on automatically, and playback will start from the first track.

(Auto-play function)

Track number

Track name

(Nothing will be displayed for MiniDiscs that do not contain track names.)

● After playback of the last track has finished, the unit will stop automatically.

BASS 1

BASS 2

BASS 3

BASS OFF

Bass sounds are emphasised slightly.

Bass sounds are emphasised more.

Bass sounds are emphasised even more.

Bass emphasis is cancelled.

● When recording, it is impossible to adjust the bass level (Bass emphasis is cancelled).

● The most recent volume or bass settings are saved when the power is turned off.

Continued to the next page.

22

99.4.2, 0:55 PM * MD-MT16H FOR UK(22-42) 23

To interrupt playback:

Press the

06

button during playback.

● To resume playback, press the

0 6 button again.

To stop playback:

Press the ■ /:OFF button.

To turn off the power:

Press the ■ /:OFF button whilst in the stop mode.

● If the unit is not operated for at least 2 minutes whilst in the stop mode, the power will shut off automatically.

To remove the MiniDisc:

Turn off the power and move the OPEN lever in the direction indicated by the arrow.

Resume auto play function:

● When you press the ■ /:OFF button to stop playback, or when you turn the power off and then you resume playback, it will resume at the point on the MiniDisc where the playback was halted.

● If the MiniDisc is removed and inserted, and playback is resumed, playback will start from the first track.

Precautions when making connections:

● Do not remove the rubber pads from the earphones.

● Be sure to hold the plug when removing it. If you pull on the lead, it may break, or the unit may malfunction.

Interrupted sound:

● This product is designed to eliminate interruptions in the sound which can be caused by vibrations.

However, if the unit is continuously exposed to vibrations or mechanical shock, the sound may be interrupted momentarily.

When the sound is distorted:

● If the volume is too high whilst the bass is being emphasised, the sound may be distorted, depending on the music on the track. If this happens, decrease the bass level or lower the volume level.

● If the volume is increased to “VOL 24” or higher, the bass level will be adjusted automatically.

(This is done to reduce the distortion in the sound.)

Caution:

● When the unit is not to be used immediately after a MiniDisc has been inserted, or when you plan to carry the unit, turn off the power or cancel the auto-play function.

Otherwise, the auto-play function will be activated and the battery will run down.

● Since the main unit and the AC adaptor can heat up during use, you should avoid allowing the unit to be in direct contact with your skin for any length of time.

When using the unit with a car adaptor:

● When you switch off the ignition key during playback, the power to this unit will also be turned off. Then, when the ignition key is switched on, playback will start from the beginning of the track where playback was halted (Resume auto-play function).

However, the power to the unit may not be turned off when the ignition is turned off, depending on the type of car.

23

* MD-MT16H FOR UK(22-42) 24 99.4.2, 0:55 PM

CONVENIENT PLAYBACK FUNCTIONS

■

Cue and review

1

Load a MiniDisc and begin playback.

2

Press and hold down the

4

button for audible fast forward, or press and hold down the

5

button for audible fast reverse.

3

Normal playback will resume when the

5

or

4

button is released.

■

APSS

(Auto Program Search System)

APSS automatically locates the beginning of any track.

To move to the beginning of the next track:

Press the

4 button during playback.

To re-start the track being played:

Press the

5

button during playback.

To skip a number of tracks at one time, press the

5

or

4

button repeatedly until the desired track number is shown.

To begin playback at a desired track, press the

5

or

4

button whilst in the stop mode to select the track number. Then press the

06

button.

Note:

● When the first track is selected and the

5 button is pressed, the last track on the disc will be located. When the last track is selected and the

4 button is pressed, the first track will be located.

Notes:

● When the end of the last track is reached during fast forward, the unit will enter the pause mode. When the beginning of the first track is reached during fast reverse, the unit will enter the playback mode.

● When the unit is in the all track repeat mode, the search will wrap around from the last track to the first, or vice versa.

● Depending on the contents recorded on a MiniDisc, some sounds may be skipped whilst cueing and reviewing.

To search very quickly:

When fast forward or fast reverse is used whilst in the pause mode, the search will be performed more quickly than during audible fast forward or fast reverse playback.

● In this mode, no sound is heard.

Therefore, you should refer to the time display.

● When you lift your finger, the unit will re-enter the pause mode.

* MD-MT16H FOR UK(22-42) 25

24

99.4.2, 0:55 PM

■

Random play or repeat play

During playback or whilst in the stop mode, press the MODE button repeatedly to select the playback mode.

■

To play at double speed

(Mono recording only)

Press the ENTER/SYNC button whilst a

MiniDisc recorded in the monaural long-play mode is being played.

● The unit will display “FAST PLAY” and start fast playback.

● When the ENTER/SYNC button is pressed again, the unit will return to normal play.

Notes:

● Depending on the contents recorded on a MiniDisc, it may be difficult to hear them.

● If a track recorded in the stereo mode is reached during fast playback, the fast playback mode will be cancelled.

● To re-enter the fast playback mode, press the ENTER/SYNC button.

To interrupt fast playback:

Press the

06

button during playback.

● When the

06

button is pressed again, the unit will resume fast playback.

RANDOM

RANDOM

1

No display

Random play

Repeat play of tracks in random order

Repeat play of all of the tracks

Repeat play of a single track

Normal playback

● If the playback mode is selected whilst stopped, press the

06

button to start playback.

Notes:

● When “TOC” is displayed, random play or repeat play is impossible.

● In random play the unit will select and play tracks automatically. (You cannot select the order of the tracks.)

After all of the tracks have been played once each in random order, the unit will stop automatically.

● During random play or repeat play of a single track, cue and review of the previous or next tracks is not possible.

● During random play, the unit cannot find the beginning of any track which has been played.

25

* MD-MT16H FOR UK(22-42) 26 99.4.2, 0:55 PM

■

To check the elapsed time and remaining time of the track

During playback, press the DISPLAY button.

● Each time the button is pressed, the display will change as follows:

Track number

Track name

Note:

If character information was not originally recorded on the MiniDisc, “NO NAME” will be displayed.

Elapsed playback time

■

To check the remaining recording time and the total playing time

Whilst in the stop mode, press the DISPLAY button.

● Each time the button is pressed, the display will change as follows:

Disc name

Total number of tracks

Remaining recording time

Remaining play time

To display the playing time of an individual track:

Whilst in the stop mode, press the

5

or

4

button to display the track number and track name, and then press the DISPLAY button to display the playing time for that track.

● Each time the

5

or

4

button is pressed, the playing time of the previous or next track will be displayed.

Total playing time

* MD-MT16H FOR UK(22-42) 27

26

99.4.2, 0:55 PM

EDITING

■

What the editing function can do

You can create original discs using the MD editing function, on which you can change the order of the tracks and you can create disc or track names.

● Playback-only MiniDiscs cannot be edited.

Move (Page 28)

A designated track can be moved to any desired position.

● The numbers assigned to the tracks following the track which is moved will be adjusted automatically.

1

A

1

C

2

B

2

A

3

C

3

B

4

D

4

D

Divide (Page 28)

A single track can be divided into two at any desired position.

● The numbers of the tracks which come after the newly divided track will be automatically increased by one.

1

A

1

A

2

B

2

B

3

C

3

C

D

4

D

Combine (Page 29)

Two consecutive tracks can be combined into one track.

● The numbers assigned to the tracks following the combined tracks will be decreased by one automatically.

1

A

1

A

2

B

2

B

3

C

3

C

4

C

Disc/Track name (Page 29)

Discs and tracks (up to 255 tracks per disc) can be named. Since track names are displayed when the beginning of each track is located or during playback, you can quickly check the name of each track.

● Letters (capital letters/lowercase letters), numbers and symbols can be used.

Name/stamp (Page 31)

● All of the characters and data on a recorded MD (master MD with tracks and character information) can be transferred onto a recordable MD.

27

* MD-MT16H FOR UK(22-42) 28 99.4.2, 0:55 PM

■

Move

1

Play the track to be moved, and press the

06

button.

● The unit will enter the pause mode.

2

Press the EDIT button to select “MOVE”.

1 2

■

Divide

1

Start playing the track you want to divide into two. Press the

0 6

button at the point where you want to divide the track.

● The unit will enter the pause mode.

2

Press the EDIT button to select “DIVIDE”.

1 2

To move the fifth track

3

Press the ENTER/SYNC button.

● To cancel the operation, press the

■ /:OFF button.

4

Press the

5

or

4

button to select the direction to move.

● To increase the track number ....

4

● To decrease the track number ....

5

3 4

To divide the fourth track

3

Press the ENTER/SYNC button.

● To cancel the operation, press the

■ /:OFF button.

3

(Checking the movement)

(To move it to the third track)

5

Press the ENTER/SYNC button again.

● The track will be moved, and the unit will be paused at the beginning of the track.

Note:

● When a track has been moved, the other tracks which are affected by the move will be assigned new track numbers automatically.

Example:

When moving the fifth track to the third track, the old third track will become the new fourth track and the old fourth track will become the new fifth track.

(Confirming the split)

4

Press the ENTER/SYNC button again.

● The track will be divided into two tracks, and the unit will be paused at the beginning of the second of the two tracks.

● The numbers of the tracks which come after the divided track will be increased by one automatically.

Notes:

● When a track that has a name is divided, the two new tracks will have the same name.

However, in the TOC FULL condition, the second track may not be named.

● Each disc can hold up to 255 tracks.

However, even if the number of assigned tracks has not reached 254, it might not be possible to make any further divisions of tracks.

28

99.4.2, 0:55 PM * MD-MT16H FOR UK(22-42) 29

■

Combine

1

Start playing the last of the two tracks you want to combine, and press the

06 button.

● The unit will enter the pause mode.

2

Press the EDIT button to select “COMBINE”.

1 2

To combine the fifth and sixth tracks

3

Press the ENTER/SYNC button.

● To cancel the operation, press the

■ /:OFF button.

3

■

Disc name

● Discs can be named using a maximum of 100 characters.

● Up to 1,700 characters (approximately) can be used in the disc and track names on a single MiniDisc.

1

Whilst in the stop mode, press the EDIT button to select “DISC NAME”.

2

Press the ENTER/SYNC button.

● The unit will enter the character input mode.

● To cancel the operation, press the

■ /:OFF button.

1 2

(Confirming the combination)

4

Press the ENTER/SYNC button again.

● The two tracks will be combined, and the unit will be paused at the beginning of the combined track.

● The numbers assigned to the tracks following the combined track will be decreased by one automatically.

To combine two non-adjacent tracks:

First, put the two tracks next to each other in the order you want using the MOVE function

(page 28). Then combine them using the

COMBINE function.

When one or both tracks to be combined have a name:

The first track name will be used. However, when the first track does not have a name, the second track name will be used.

In the following cases, tracks may not be combined.

● Tracks recorded in the monaural long-play mode and tracks recorded in the stereo mode.

● Tracks recorded from digital inputs and tracks recorded from analogue inputs.

● Tracks whose recording time is less than

12 seconds.

Cursor

3

Press the DISPLAY button repeatedly to select the type of characters.

● The first 3 characters in the group of the selected characters will be displayed for about 1 second.

ABC (Capital letters) abc (Lower-case letters)

123 (Numbers and symbols)

4

Press the

5

or

4

button repeatedly to select the first letter in the name.

● When the button is pressed continuously, the displayed character will change rapidly.

3 4

29

99.4.2, 0:55 PM * MD-MT16H FOR UK(22-42) 30

5

When the letter you want is displayed, press the ENTER/SYNC button.

● To enter more letters in the name, repeat steps 3 - 5.

6

When the disc name has been completely entered, press the EDIT button.

5 6

Lights up

■

Track name

Up to 100 characters can be entered for each name.

1

Play the track which you want to name, and press the

06

button.

● The unit will enter the pause mode.

2

Press the EDIT button to select “TRACK

NAME”.

1 2

Position where the next letter will be entered

To erase a character:

Press the VOLUME + or VOLUME – button to move the cursor to the character you want to erase, and then press the

BASS button.

To enter a space:

Press the VOLUME + button to move the cursor to the right.

Track number that you want to give a track name

3

Press the ENTER/SYNC button.

● The unit will enter the character input mode.

● To cancel the operation, press the

■ /:OFF button.

4

Perform steps 3 - 5 in the “Disc name” section.

5

When the track name is completely entered, press the EDIT button.

Type of characters

Capital letters

Lower-case letters

Numbers and symbols

Characters (symbols)

They are selected using the

5

or

4

button.

R

A

S

B

T

C D E

U V W

F G H

X Y Z

I J K L M

.

, /

N O P Q

Returns to r a s b t c d e u v w f g h x y z i j k l m

.

, / n o p q

Returns to

1

( )

2

*

3 4 5

+ , – .

6 7 8

/ :

9 0

; <

!

" #

= > ?

$

@

% &

_ `

'

Returns to indicates a space.

.

.

.

30

* MD-MT16H FOR UK(22-42) 31 99.4.2, 0:55 PM

■

To change disc names or track names

Some MiniDiscs created on other equipment may have more than 100 characters in a track name or disc name. The characters from the 101st character and on cannot be corrected or changed.

To delete characters:

1

Put the unit in the character input mode.

● To delete characters in a disc name, perform steps 1 - 2 in the “Disc name” section. (page 29)

● To delete characters in a track name, perform steps 1 - 3 on page 30.

2

Press the VOLUME + or VOLUME – button to move the cursor to the character you want to delete.

3

Press the BASS button.

● The character will be erased.

4

Press the EDIT button.

To add characters:

1

Put the unit in the character input mode.

● To add characters to a disc name, perform steps 1 - 2 in the “Disc name” section. (page 29)

● To add characters to a track name, perform steps 1 - 3 on page 30.

2

Press the VOLUME + or VOLUME – button to move the cursor to the right of the character, where you want to add a new character.

3

Perform steps 3 - 5 in the “Disc name” section. (pages 29 - 30)

4

Press the EDIT button.

■

Name/stamp

Master MiniDisc

(Prerecorded MiniDisc)

Recordable

MiniDisc

1. The sound is recorded.

2. The character information, such as the disc name and track names is transferred

1

Record the sound from the master

MiniDisc onto a recordable MiniDisc.

Playback unit Recording unit

The sound is recorded.

Master

MiniDisc

Recordable

MiniDisc

● Refer to the standard recording method. (Pages 9 - 15)

● At this point, only the sound is recorded. No character information is transferred.

● Check whether the total number of tracks on the newly recorded MiniDisc matches the total number of tracks on the master MiniDisc. If they do not match each other, combine or divide tracks using the edit operation.

(Pages 28 - 29)

● This function can not be performed from playback only MiniDiscs.

31

99.4.2, 0:55 PM * MD-MT16H FOR UK(22-42) 32

2

When the recording is complete, remove the newly recorded MiniDisc and load the master MiniDisc into the MD-MT16E.

● Do not mistake the master MiniDisc for the newly recorded MiniDisc.

3

Whilst in the stop mode, press the EDIT button to select “NAME STAMP”.

4

Press the ENTER/SYNC button.

● To cancel the operation, press the

■ /:OFF button.

3 4

5

Press the ENTER/SYNC button.

● The character information of the master MiniDisc is being read.

6

When the unit displays “CHANGE MD”, remove the master MiniDisc.

● Remove the master MiniDisc without turning off the power. If you do, the operation will be cancelled.

5 6

8

Press the ENTER/SYNC button.

● The unit will finish recording the character information and enter the stop mode.

Note:

● If the total number of tracks on the master MiniDisc does not match the total number of tracks on the newly recorded

MiniDisc, the unit will display “Can’t

WRITE” and the power will be turned off.

If this happens, adjust the total number of tracks on the newly recorded MiniDisc using the edit operation, and then try again from step 2.

7

Load the newly recorded MiniDisc into the MD-MT16E.

● To cancel the operation, press the

■ /:OFF button.

* MD-MT16H FOR UK(22-42) 33

32

99.4.2, 0:55 PM

USING WITH OTHER EQUIPMENT

● Before connecting any other equipment, turn off the power to all units.

● Connect the plugs securely.

Improper connections may cause noise or malfunctions.

■

Listening through a stereo or a radio cassette player or recording on a cassette tape

■

Listening through a car stereo

To the line input sockets

T o the right (R),

Red

Separately available cassette adaptor

(AD-CT14)

To the left (L),

White

Analogue cable included with this unit

To the socket

● The separately available cassette adaptor may not work, depending on your car’s stereo.

To the socket

● The recording will be made in the analogue mode.

● When you want to listen to a disc using a separate stereo system or radio cassette player, it is recommended that you adjust the volume on the MiniDisc unit to maximum.

* MD-MT16H FOR UK(22-42) 34

33

99.4.2, 0:55 PM

CONVENIENT OPERATION OF THE UNIT

■

Checking the remaining amount of battery level

The remaining amount of battery level is shown by the battery indicator ( ) during operation.

Battery indicator

■

To prevent the unit from being operated by mistake

To avoid accidental operation of the unit, use the hold function.

Move the HOLD switch to the safety position (direction indicated by the arrow).

● When the unit is in the hold mode, pressing the buttons will have no affect.

< How to read the battery indicator >

When the battery level is high

When the battery level is very low

Since the battery level is very low, you cannot start recording or editing.

● When the battery is completely discharged, the battery indicator will flash.

Recharge the battery or replace the alkaline batteries with a new one.

● When the battery has run completely out, “BATT EMPTY” will appear. Then, the power will be disconnected automatically.

Notes:

● When using the unit with alkaline batteries or a rechargeable battery, the battery indicator will not correctly display the remaining capacity for approximately

10 seconds after the power has been turned on.

● When an AC adaptor or a car adaptor is used, the battery indicator will not be shown.

● The number of bars shown in the battery indicator may increase or decrease, depending on the operation being performed. This is normal.

● To cancel the hold mode, move the

HOLD switch away from the safety position (the opposite direction of the arrow).

If the hold function is active whilst the power is turned off, the power cannot be turned on by mistake and the battery will not be accidentally drained.

34

* MD-MT16H FOR UK(22-42) 35 99.4.2, 0:55 PM

■

To eliminate the confirmation sound

■

To cancel the auto-play function

When a MiniDisc is inserted, the power will be turned on automatically, and playback will begin. You can cancel automatic playback.

1

Whilst in the stop mode ...

Hold down the MODE button until “SET

UP” appears.

● When you release the button, “BEEP

ON” or “BEEP OFF” will appear.

Every time a button is pressed, a “beep” will be heard in the earphones.

To silence the “beep” sound, do the following:

1

Whilst in the stop mode ...

Hold down the MODE button until “SET

UP” appears.

● When you release the button, “BEEP

ON” will appear.

2

Press the

5

or

4

button until “A-

PLAY ON” appears.

3

Press the MODE button.

2

Press the MODE button.

● “BEEP OFF” will appear, and the confirmation sound will disappear.

● To restore the confirmation sound, select “BEEP ON”.

3

Press the ■ /:OFF button.

● The normal display will reappear.

● “A-PLAY OFF” will appear, and the auto-play function will be cancelled.

● To restore the auto-play function, select “A-PLAY ON”.

4

Press the ■ /:OFF button.

● The normal display will reappear.

* MD-MT16H FOR UK(22-42) 36

35

99.4.2, 0:55 PM

■

To cancel the auto power save function

Power consumption can be reduced by controlling the memory storage time. You can cancel the auto power save function.

1

Whilst in the stop mode ...

Hold down the MODE button until “SET

UP” appears.

● When you release the button, “BEEP

ON” or “BEEP OFF” will appear.

About the sound skip guard 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 due to an external shock, the sound will continue without interruption because the information stored in memory is used.

About the auto power save function:

This is a function used to save power when using the unit with the rechargeable battery or the alkaline batteries. Whilst in the auto power save mode, 5 - 10 seconds of sound information is stored in memory.

When the auto power save function is disabled, 10 seconds of sound information is always stored in memory. (When the AC adaptor or a car adaptor is used, the information storage time is always 10 seconds, regardless of the auto power save mode.)

When the unit is used in places exposed to excessive vibration, cancel the auto power save function.

2

Press the

5

or

4

button until “AUTO

Psave” appears.

3

Press the MODE button.

● “Psave OFF” will appear, and the auto power save function will be cancelled.

● To restore the auto power save function, select “AUTO Psave”.

4

Press the ■ /:OFF button.

● The normal display will reappear.

36

* MD-MT16H FOR UK(22-42) 37 99.4.2, 0:55 PM

WHAT IS A MINIDISC?

A MiniDisc is a disc inside a protective cartridge. You can handle it freely without worrying about dust, fingerprints, etc.

However, if dust enters the opening of the cartridge, or there is excessive dirt on the cartridge, or the cartridge becomes warped, you may experience malfunctions.

Please note the following.

■

Handling the MiniDisc

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.

Shutter

Disc

Cartridge

● Never disassemble a MiniDisc.

■

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 the doors and windows closed.

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

■

Helpful tip when attaching a label

When attaching a label to an MD cartridge, be sure to note the following. If the label is not attached properly, the MiniDisc may jam inside the unit and it may not be possible to remove it.

● If the label peels off or partially lifts away, replace it with a new one.

● Do not put a new label on top of an existing

TROUBLESHOOTING

● Attach the label only in the specified location. (If it is not within the specified area, it may cause the disc to jam in the unit.)

■

Regular cleaning

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

TROUBLESHOOTING

■

Moisture condensation

In the following cases, condensation may form inside the unit.

● Shortly after turning on a heater.

● When the unit is placed in a room where there is excessive steam or moisture.

● When the unit is moved from a cool place to a warm place.

When the unit has condensation inside, the disc signals cannot be read, and the unit may not function properly.

● If this happens, remove the disc.

The condensation should evaporate in approximately 1 hour. The unit will then function properly.

37

* MD-MT16H FOR UK(22-42) 38 99.4.2, 0:55 PM

Many potential “problems” can be resolved by the owner without calling a service technician.

If something seems to be wrong with this product, check the following before calling your authorised SHARP dealer or service centre.

PROBLEM

The unit does not turn on.

No sound is heard from the earphones.

CAUSE

● Is the AC adaptor disconnected?

● Is the battery exhausted?

● Is the unit in the hold mode?

● Has condensation formed inside the unit?

● Is the unit being influenced by mechanical shock or by static electricity?

● Is the volume set too low?

● Is the earphones plugged in?

● Are you trying to play a MiniDisc with data on it instead of a MiniDisc containing music?

When the operation buttons are pressed, the unit does not respond.

Some sounds are skipped.

●

●

Is the unit in the hold mode?

Is the battery exhausted?

The MiniDisc cannot be ejected.

Recording and editing are impossible.

● Is the battery exhausted?

● Is the unit being subjected to excessive vibration?

● Has the track number or character information been written on the disc yet?

● Is the unit in the recording or editing mode?

● Is the MiniDisc protected against accidental erasure?

● Is the unit connected properly to the other equipment?

● Is the AC adaptor unplugged or did a power failure occur whilst recording or editing?

● Is the unit in the hold mode?

● Is an optical signal being output from the external equipment?

Read the operation manual for the external equipment.

■

If trouble occurs

When this product is subjected to strong external interference (mechanical shock, excessive static electricity, abnormal supply voltage due to lightning, etc.) or if it is operated incorrectly, it may malfunction.

If such a problem occurs, do the following:

1. Unplug the AC adaptor from the AC socket.

2. Remove the battery.

3. Leave the unit completely unpowered for approximately 30 seconds.

38

4. Plug the AC adaptor back into the AC socket and retry the operation.

If strange sounds, smell or smoke come out of the unit or an object is dropped into the unit, remove the AC adaptor from the AC socket immediately and contact an authorised SHARP service centre.

* MD-MT16H FOR UK(22-42) 39 99.4.2, 0:55 PM

MINIDISC SYSTEM LIMITATIONS

MiniDiscs are recorded using a different system than is used for cassette tapes or DAT recordings. Therefore, the following conditions may be encountered, depending on how the disc has been recorded or edited. These are due to system limitations, and should be considered normal.

Even if the maximum recording time of a MiniDisc has not been reached, “DISC FULL” or “TOC

FULL” may be displayed.

When the number of tracks used reaches the limit, regardless of the remaining recording time, further recording will be impossible.

(Maximum number of tracks: 255)

If a MiniDisc has been recorded or edited repeatedly or if a MiniDisc has scratches on it, it may not be possible to record the maximum number of tracks on it.

Even if the number of tracks and the recording time have not reached the limit, “DISC FULL” may be displayed.

If there are scratches on a disc, the unit will automatically avoid recording in those areas. The recording time will be reduced.

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.

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

When recorded tracks are played back using the cue and review operations, some sounds may be skipped.

A track number can be created in the middle of a track.

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

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 discs, those sections will be automatically avoided (no recording will be placed in those sections). Therefore, the recording time will be reduced.

For MiniDiscs on which repeated recording and editing were performed, some sounds may be skipped whilst cueing and reviewing.

If there are scratches or dust on a

MiniDisc, the track numbers following that track will be increased by one.

39

* MD-MT16H FOR UK(22-42) 40 99.4.2, 0:55 PM

ERROR MESSAGES

Error messages

BATT EMPTY

BLANK DISC

Can’t COPY

Can’t EDIT

Can’t REC

Can’t WRITE

DEFECT

Din UNLOCK

DISC FULL

●

Meaning

The battery run down.

● Nothing is recorded.

● No copy can be made because of the SCMS copyright system.

● A track cannot be edited.

●

●

●

●

●

Recording cannot be performed correctly due to vibration or shock in the unit.

Editing is impossible.

The disc is scratched.

Poor connection of the digital cable.

The disc is out of recording space.

HOLD

LOCKED

LOCK ERROR

NO DISC

PB DISC

● The unit is in the hold mode.

● The OPEN lever was moved during recording or editing.

● A disc has not been loaded.

● You tried to record on a playback only disc.

● Improper power is being supplied.

POWER ?

PROTECTED

SORRY

SYSTEM ERR

TEMP OVER

● The MD is write protected.

READ ERROR

● The disc is damaged.

● Since a track number is currently being located or written to, the unit cannot accept your command.

● You have come to the conclusion that the unit is out of order.

● The temperature is too high.

TOC ERROR

TOC FULL

Tr. Protect

U TOC ERROR

? DISC

● A large portion of the disc has been damaged.

● There is no space left for recording character information (track names, disc names, etc.).

● The track has been protected from being erased.

● A large portion of the disc has been damaged.

● There is an error in the recorded signal.

● A disc which contains data other than music was played.

● There is an error in the signal from the disc.

Remedy

● Charge the rechargeable battery or replace the alkaline batteries (or use the AC adaptor for power).

● Replace the disc with a recorded disc.

● Record using the analogue cable.

● Change the stop position of the track and then try editing it.

● Re-record or replace it with another recordable disc.

● Check the number of tracks.

● If the sound you hear is not right, try recording again.

● Replace the disc with another recordable disc.

● Connect the digital cable securely.

● Replace it with another recordable disc.

● Return the HOLD switch to its original position.

● Turn off the power and remove the

MiniDisc.

● Load a disc.

● Replace it with a recordable disc.

●

● Move the write protection knob back to its original position.

● Reload the disc or replace it.

● Replace it with another recorded disc.

● Wait for a while and try the operation again.

●

●

●

●

●

Use one of the specified power sources.

To have it repaired, go to the distributor where you purchased the unit.

Turn off the power, and wait for a while.

Replace it with another recorded disc.

Replace it with another recordable disc.

Edit the track with the device on which it was recorded.

● Replace it with another recorded disc.

● Erase all of the signal errors, and then try recording again.

● A disc which contains non-music data cannot be played.

● Replace it with another recorded disc.

40

* MD-MT16H FOR UK(22-42) 41 99.4.2, 0:55 PM

MAINTENANCE

■

Cleaning

When the unit becomes dirty

Clean it with a soft cloth.

When the unit is excessively dirty, use a soft cloth dampened in water.

(External surfaces only)

Clean the earphone plug and the connecting cable plug.

This will prevent noise.

Notes:

● Do not use chemicals for cleaning

(petrol, paint thinner, etc.)

It may affect the quality or colour.

● Do not apply oil to the inside of the unit.

It may cause malfunctions.

SPECIFICATIONS

As a part of our policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design and specification changes for product improvement without prior notice.

The performance specification figures indicated are nominal values of production units.

There may be some deviations from these values in individual units.

■

General

Power source:

Power consumption:

Output power:

Charging time:

DC 2.4V: Optional Rechargeable Nickel-Metal Hydride battery (AD-T20BT) x 1

DC 3.0V: Commercially available, “AA” size, alkaline battery x 2

DC 4.5V: Optional car adaptor, AD-CA20X

(for cars with a 12-24V DC negative earth electrical

DC 5V: system)

Optional AC adaptor (AD-T20APE, AC 230 - 240V,

50/60 Hz)

7 W (Optional AC adaptor)

RMS; 20 mW (10 mW + 10 mW)

(0.2% T.H.D.)

Approx. 4 hours (90 %)

Approx. 6 hours (fully charged)

(When using the AC adaptor)

Battery life:

When using two, commercially available, high capacity, “AA” size, alkaline batteries

Continuous recording:

Approx. 7.5 hours

Continuous play:

Approx. 15 hours

When using the optional rechargeable battery AD-T20BT

(fully charged)

Continuous recording:

Approx. 7.5 hours

Continuous play:

Approx. 12 hours

41

* MD-MT16H FOR UK(22-42) 42 99.4.2, 0:55 PM

● The continuous recording time is for analogue inputs when the volume level is set to

“VOL 0”.

● The continuous play time shows the value when the volume level is set to “VOL 15”.

● The above values are the standard values when the unit is charged and used at an ambient temperature of 20

°

C (68

°

F).

● The operating time when using an alkaline batteries may be different, depending on the type and manufacturer of the battery, and on the operating temperature.

Input sensitivity:

Recording level Reference input level Input impedance

MIC H

MIC L

LINE

0.25 mV

2.5 mV

100 mV

10 k ohms

10 k ohms

20 k ohms

Output level:

Dimensions:

Earphones

LINE

Specified output

—

Maximum output level

Load impedance

10 mW + 10 mW 32 ohms

250 mV

(–12dB)

—

10 k ohms

Width: 87.9 mm (3-7/16")

Height: 29.8 mm (1-3/16")

Depth: 79.7 mm (3-1/8")

180g (0.40 lbs.) without battery

Line/optical digital, microphone (powered by the main unit)

Earphones (impedance: 32 ohms)

Weight:

Input socket:

Output socket:

■

MiniDisc Recorder

Type:

Signal readout:

Audio channels:

Frequency response:

Rotation speed:

Error correction:

Coding:

Recording method:

Sampling frequency:

Wow and flutter:

Portable MiniDisc recorder

Non-contact, 3-beam semi-conductor laser pick-up

Stereo 2 channels/monaural (long-play mode) 1 channel

20 – 20,000 Hz (

±

3 dB)

Approx. 400 – 900 rpm

ACIRC (Advanced Cross Interleave Reed-Solomon Code)

ATRAC (Adaptive Transform Acoustic Coding), 24-bit computed type

Magnetic modulation overwrite method

44.1 kHz (32 kHz and 48 kHz signals are converted to 44.1 kHz, and then recorded.)

Unmeasurable (less than

±

0.001% W. peak)

42

* MD-MT16H FOR UK(22-42) 43 99.4.2, 0:55 PM

TERMS OF GUARANTEE

Subject to the terms listed below, Sharp Electronics (U.K.) Ltd. (hereinafter called

“the Company”) guarantee to provide for the repair of, or at its option replace this

Sharp Equipment, or any component thereof, (other than batteries), which is faulty or below standard, as a result of inferior workmanship or materials.

The conditions of this guarantee are:

1. The guarantee shall only apply to defects which occur within one year from the date of purchase, provided that this equipment is sent to the repair address within this period.

2. This guarantee covers equipment intended for private domestic use only. This guarantee does not apply to equipment used in the course of a business, trade or profession.

3. This guarantee does not cover any faults or defects caused by accident, misuse, fair wear and tear, neglect, tampering with the equipment, or any attempt at adjustment or repair other than by the Company’s MiniDisc or telephone service centre.

4. In the unlikely event of a defect occuring, the product must be returned to the

Company’s repair centre with proof of purchase. A postage paid label and a fault to ensure that the packaging is adequate, and to obtain proof of posting.

Further details of the repair service, which is available after the guarantee period on a chargeable basis, and additional report forms and labels can be obtained by telephoning 01623 413800.

5. No person has any authority to vary the terms or conditions of this guarantee.

6. This guarantee is offered as an additional benefit to the consumer’s statutory rights and does not affect these rights in any way.

SHARP ELECTRONICS (U.K.) LTD.

Sharp House, Thorp Road, Newton Heath, Manchester, M40 5BE

SHARP CORPORATION

TINSE0260AWZZ A9904.TO

* MD-MT16H FOR UK(F/R) 2 99.4.2, 0:58 PM