MD-DR470H(E) TINSE0513AWZZ 1 1-BIT PORTABLE MINIDISC RECORDER MODEL MD-DR470H OPERATION MANUAL If you require any advice or assistance regarding your Sharp product, please visit our web-site www.sharp.co.uk/customersupport. Customers without Internet access may telephone 08705 274277 during office hours (or (01) 676 0648 if telephoning from Ireland). 0101 Thank you for purchasing this SHARP product. For the best performance, read this manual carefully. It will guide you in operating your SHARP product. TINSE0513AWZZ 03C R AO 1 E MD-DR470H(E) (TINSE0513AWZZ) MD-DR470H Special Notes ! Warnings NOTES FOR USERS IN THE U.K. AND IRELAND Important Introduction -Special Notes- SERVICE INFORMATION In the unlikely event of your equipment requiring repair, please use the supplied postage paid label to send your unit to the Sharp repair centre or contact the dealer or supplier from whom it was purchased. Where this is not possible, please visit our web-site www.sharp.co.uk/customersupport. Customers without internet access may telephone 08705 274277 during office hours (or (01) 676 0648 if telephoning from Ireland). 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. 0121 766 5414 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. 0303 " The supplied AC adaptor contains no user serviceable parts. Never remove covers unless qualified to do so. It contains dangerous voltages, always remove the mains plug from the main outlet socket before any service operation or when not in use for a long period. " The AC adaptor supplied with the MD-DR470H must not be used with other equipment. " To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to dripping or splashing liquids. No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus. " Never use an AC adaptor other than the one specified. Otherwise, problems or serious hazards may be created. ! Caution " When recording important selections, make a preliminary test to ensure that the desired material is properly recorded. " SHARP is not liable for damage or loss of your recording arising from malfunction of this unit. 2 MD-DR470H(E) TINSE0513AWZZ 03/3/25 MD_DR470H_UK_1.fm MD-DR470H Important Introduction -Special Notes- " At full volume, prolonged listening to a personal stereo may damage the user's hearing. This model complies with the law if used with the correct earphones (model number RPHOH0021AWZZ). If the earphones are damaged in any way, please order using the model number given above. " This product is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT. " 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. Laser Diode Properties " Material: GaAIAs " Wavelength: 785 nm " Pulse time: Read mode: 0.8 mW Continuous Write mode: max 10 mW 0.5S min cycle 1.5S Repetition ! Notes " 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. " US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laboratories. " The letters in brackets contained in the model number indicate the colour of the product only. Operation and specifications are unaffected. 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 3 MD-DR470H(E) TINSE0513AWZZ 03/3/25 MD_DR470H_UK_1.fm MD-DR470H Contents ! Important Introduction Page ! Useful Features Page Important Introduction Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Optional Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Precautions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Names of Controls and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 9 ! Preparation Using with the Rechargeable Battery. . . . . . . . 10 - 11 Using with the AC Adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Using with the Alkaline Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Inserting a MiniDisc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 - 15 Group Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 My Entry Playback (favourite track playback) . 28 - 29 Advanced Playback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 - 33 Advanced Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 - 38 Recording from a Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 - 42 Checking Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 - 45 ! Advanced Features Titling a MiniDisc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 - 50 Editing a Recorded MiniDisc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 - 56 Setting the Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Changing Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 - 59 Hold Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Listening through Another System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 -Contents- ! Basic Operation Selecting Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Long Time Recording and Group Recording . . . . . 17 Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 - 22 Sound Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 - 26 ! References Other Features and Caution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 - 64 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 MiniDisc System Limitations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 - 67 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 - 69 TERMS OF GUARANTEE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back cover 4 MD-DR470H(E) TINSE0513AWZZ 03/3/25 MD_DR470H_UK_1.fm MD-DR470H(E) TINSE0513AWZZ 2 Features ! A Portable MD player with "Mobile 1-bit digital amplifier" " The 1-bit digital signal is sent to a constant voltage circuit directly from a high-order (Delta Sigma) modulation circuit. The amplifier transmits and amplifies the signal, and allows extremely natural and clear sound with little deterioration. " High-quality sound is achieved by vast improvements in the sound resolution. The speed and the smoothness of rise of the sound are consequently ensured. MD-DR470H ! "4-pole plug headphone" optimizes "Mobile 1-bit digital amplifier" SHARP has adopted "4-pole plug" headphones and a remote control that completely separate right and left sound. Enjoy the high quality sound of the "Mobile 1-bit digital amplifier". L+ R+ L- R4-pole plug for mobile 1-bit digital amplifier Important Introduction 9 Conventional 3-pole plug L R GND -Features- ! 122-hour* playback and 57-hour* recording The low power consumption LSI, consisting of the ATRAC LSI and the high-order (Delta Sigma) modulation circuit, enables extended hours of playback. (* Refer to "Specifications" on page 69.) 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 5 MD-DR470H(E) TINSE0513AWZZ 03/3/25 MD_DR470H_UK_1.fm MD-DR470H Accessories Remote control x 1 Battery carrying case x 1 Battery case x 1 Carrying bag x 1 -Accessories/Optional Accessories- Important Introduction 4-pole plug AC Adaptor (RADPA8058AWZZ) x 1 Rechargeable nickel-metal hydride battery (AD-N55BT) x 1 Earphones (inner ear type) x 1 Connection cable (for digital recording) x 1 4-pole plug Connection cable (for analogue recording) x 1 Connection cable (for PC analogue recording) x 1 Output conversion cable (4-pole to 3-pole plug conversion) x 1 Notes: " You can hear the sound only from one earphone if you use the supplied earphones with other equipment. " Parts and equipment mentioned in this operation manual other than those detailed above are not included. " The AC adaptor may be different from the one in the drawing. Optional Accessories " Optical digital cable: AD-M2DC (3.5 mm optical plug to plug) " Cassette adaptor (AD-CT14) " Car adaptor (AD-CA20X) 6 MD-DR470H(E) TINSE0513AWZZ 03/3/25 MD_DR470H_UK_1.fm 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 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. " No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus. " Attention should be drawn to the environmental aspects of battery disposal. " The apparatus is designed for use in moderate climate. " This portable MD should only be used within the range of 0°C - 40°C (32°F - 104°F). 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. MD-DR470H ! 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 excessive dust. " Places exposed to water. " Places where temperatures are excessively high or low. " Places (bathrooms) where the humidity is extremely high. " Places with strong magnetic fields such as near 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. It is not recommended to put the portable MD into a rear pocket, as this may damage the product when sitting. Important Introduction 9 -Precautions- 8 7 6 5 4 3 Using this unit near mobile phones may cause noise pickup. If it occurs, move it away from them. 2 1 7 MD-DR470H(E) TINSE0513AWZZ 03/3/25 MD_DR470H_UK_1.fm MD-DR470H Names of Controls and Indicators ! Main unit 1 2 4 5 6 7 3 8 9 10 11 12 15 14 13 16 17 18 19 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 20 21 Reference page 1. Stop/Power Off/Hold Button . . . . . . . . . . 19, 25, 60 2. Group Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17, 27 3. Fast Forward/Fast Reverse/Recording Level/ Name Select Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20, 26, 46 4. Play/Pause Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19, 25 5. Record Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 6. Menu Button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 7. Display Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 8. Volume Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 9. 5 V DC Input Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 10. Battery Connection Terminals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 11. Optical/Line Input Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 12. Microphone Input Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 13. Remote Control/Earphones/ Line Output Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24, 61 14. Open Lever . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 15. Rechargeable Battery Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 16. Record Indicator 17. TOC Indicator 18. Level Meter 19. Repeat/Random Indicators 20. Synchro Recording Indicator 21. Disc/Group/Track Information Indicators 22. Battery Indicator 23. Alarm Indicator 24. Disc Mode Indicator 25. Character/Time Information Indicator 26. Recording Mode Indicators 27. Group Indicator 28. My Entry Indicator Important Introduction 8 -Names of Controls and Indicators- MD-DR470H(E) TINSE0513AWZZ 03/3/25 MD_DR470H_UK_1.fm MD-DR ...