FEATURES
DAT tapes can be digitally recorded directly onto
a MiniDisc.
The MiniDisc unit has a built-in sampling rate convertor
which allows the unit to be connected to various types of
digital equipment. You can record from a large variety of
digital formats.
Supports various types of digital/analog equipment
Two digital input jacks and two analog input jacks are built
in. They allow the unit to be connected to stereos or head-
phone stereos.
Recordings start automatically when the external
sound source starts to produce sound.
Comes with a sound synchro recording function, which allows
the unit to automatically begin recording when the external
equipment starts playing back. Lets you make MiniDisc
recordings easily.
The recording time is doubled if you record in the
monaural mode.
Comes with a monaural long-recording mode which doubles
the recording time. Best suited for recording monaural broad-
casts or talk programmes.
Track selection with a jog dial
A jog dial makes it much easier to control the MD unit. It is
easy to select track numbers or enter characters.
Timer function/date stamp function
If the unit is used with other equipment that also has a timer
function, timer recording and timer playback are possible.
Also, the year, month, day, and time are automatically
recorded on the MiniDisc.
PRECAUTIONS
■ General
● Do not use oil, solvents, petrol, paint thinners or
insecticides on the unit.
● Do not expose the unit to moisture, to temperatures
higher than 60
o
C (140
o
F) or to extreme low temperatures.
● Keep the unit away from direct sunlight, strong magnetic
fields, excessive dust, humidity and electronic/electrical
equipment (home computers, facsimiles, etc.) which
generates electrical noise.
● Hold the AC power plug by the head when removing it
from the AC outlet, since pulling the jack can damage
internal wires.
● Never open the cabinet. If a foreign object drops into the
set, contact your dealer.
● Use the unit on a firm, level surface free from vibration,
and do not place anything on the top of the unit.
● If the unit does not work properly while in use, press the
POWER button to turn the power off, then disconnect
the AC power cord from the AC outlet. Plug the AC power
cord back in, and then press the POWER button to turn
the power on.
● If a lightning storm is taking place near you, it is
suggested that you disconnect the AC power cord from
the AC outlet for safety.
Warning:
The voltage used must be the same as that specified on
this unit. Using this product with a higher voltage than that
which is specified is dangerous and may result in a fire or
other type of accident causing damage. SHARP will not be
held responsible for any damage resulting from use of this
unit with a voltage other than that which is specified.
■ Installation location
Do not install the unit in the following places.
Otherwise, it may cause trouble or accidents.
Places exposed to vibration
Places exposed to direct sun-
light for many hours
Hot places
Extremely cold places
● Places exposed to high humidity.
● Places exposed to excessive dust.
● Poorly ventilated places.
● Places exposed to water, for example, a bathroom.
● Places near objects which generate magnetism or
electric noise.
■ Condensation
In the following cases, condensation (water droplets) may
form inside of the unit (optical section).
● Just after lighting a gas stove.
● When the unit is put in a room where steam or moisture
is present.
● When the unit is carried from a cool place (room) to a
warm room.
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