SETTING UP FOREWORD This section must be read before any connection is made to the mains supply. Features · A full compliment of input and output jacks: ­ XLR stereo input jacks for microphone or line level signals. ­ Line level RCA output jacks. ­ Digital coaxial (RCA) input jack. ­ Digital XLR output jack (with ON/OFF switch). · Professional microphone specifications: ­ Phantom power (+48V). ­ Microphone attenuation adjustment. ­ ANC (Ambient Noise Control) switch for eliminating unwanted background noise. · Professional system specifications ensure safe recording: ­ Automatic UTOC (User Table Of Contents) updates whenever STOP (7) is pressed. ­ Large (16MB) shock proof memory buffer can hold up to 20 seconds of stereo (40 seconds of mono) sound during playback or recording. ­ On board backup of UTOC data, preset modes, and date and time. · Fully adjustable recording features: ­ Three record level options: manual, manual with limiter, and automatic (ALC). ­ LSR (Level Sync Recording) allows you to start recording automatically when the input signal reaches a preset level. ­ Adjustable PRE REC memory cache that monitors the input signal (during rec-pause) to completely eliminate lag time at start of recording. ­ Various recording formats: two channel (stereo), dual level mono, mixed mono, and mono. ­ One touch recording with auto end search. ­ Date and time information stored automatically with each track. · Edit functions allow you to divide, combine, move, and delete a track, delete a whole disc. You can also title the disc and the individual tracks. · Internal sampling rate converter that lets you make digital recordings from a wide variety of program sources; 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz (CD, MD, etc.) and 48 kHz (DAT, etc.). · 3-way power supply. · Power management control: ­ Power turns off automatically after 5 minutes of nonoperation (alarm sounds 30 seconds before power off). ­ Internal battery charger for (optional) NiCd pack. · Built in (12 or 24 hour) clock automatically imprints the date and time of recording on each track. · Two recording modes; SP (Standard Play, stereo) and LP (Long Play, mono). · Built-in mono condenser microphone. · Built-in speaker. · Backlit LCD display. · Remote jack for optional wired remote control (RC-5). WARNINGS Do not expose the equipment to rain or moisture. Do not remove the cover from the equipment. Do not push anything inside the equipment through the ventilation holes. ENGLISH COPYRIGHT Recording and playback of any material may require consent. For further information refer to the following: -- Copyright Act 1956 -- Dramatic and Musical Performers Act 1958 -- Performers Protection Acts 1963 and 1972 -- any subsequent statutory enactments and orders INTRODUCTION Please read these operating instructions carefully. We recommend that you read the entire user guide before you connect or operate the unit. After you have reviewed the contents this manual, we suggest that you make all system connections before you attempt to operate the unit. PRECAUTIONS The following precautions should be considered when operating the equipment. When setting the equipment ensure that : ­ air is allowed to circulate freely around the equipment ­ the equipment is on a vibration free surface ­ the equipment will not be exposed to interference from an external source ­ the equipment will not be exposed to excessive heat, cold, moisture or dust ­ the equipment will not be exposed to direct sunlight ­ the equipment will not be exposed to electrostatic discharges · In addition, never place heavy objects on the equipment. · If a foreign body or water does enter the equipment, contact your nearest dealer or service center. 4 SETTING UP How to Use this Manual This manual is divided into the five sections described below. To find out how to use a specific control, refer to the "Index of Parts and Controls" on page 100. SETTING UP This section provides information about; compatible power supplies, system presets, the internal clock, MiniDiscs, and how to connect various devices (such as microphones, audio components, a remote control, and headphones). RECORDING The first four parts of this section explain the settings necessary for each method of recording (built-in microphone, external microphones, analog, digital). The final section "Recording Operations" explains the recording modes (SP and LP), how to set the recording level, and shows you the actual recording operations (etc.). PLAYBACK This section describes the various playback operations, including how to skip and search. "Repeat Play" shows you how to repeat a track, the entire disc, or a part of a track. EDITING This section describes the various editing operations: divide, combine, move, erase, and title. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION This section includes detailed information about the MD recording system, SCMS (Serial Copy Management System), troubleshooting, and explanations of various error messages that may appear in the display. The final section, "Index of Parts and Controls", allows you look up operations of specific controls. Contents SETTING UP Power Supplies ........................................................................... 6 Adjusting the System Presets .................................................. 7 Setting the Date and Time ........................................................ 8 Connecting Microphones ........................................................ 10 Connecting Analog Components .......................................... 10 Connecting Digital Components ........................................... 11 Other Connections ................................................................... 11 RECORDING Recording with the Built-in Microphone ............................ 12 Recording with External Microphones ................................ 12 Recording Line Sources ........................................................... 13 Recording Digital Sources ...................................................... 13 Recording Operation ............................................................... 14 PLAYBACK Basic Operation ......................................................................... 16 Repeat Play ................................................................................ 17 EDITING Dividing a Track ....................................................................... 19 Combining Tracks .................................................................... 19 Moving a Track ......................................................................... 20 Erasing a Disc or Track ........................................................... 20 Titling a Disc or Track ............................................................. 21 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION System Limitations ................................................................... 22 SCMS Copy Protection ............................................................ 23 Troubleshooting ........................................................................ 25 Display Messages ..................................................................... 26 Specifications ............................................................................. 26 Index of Parts and Controls ................................................. 100 5 ENGLISH SETTING UP Power supplies AC Adaptor When recording for extended periods, or using this unit in a studio environment, we recommend using the AC adaptor. to AC outlet Rechargeable NiCd Battery Pack (optional) The PMD650 can also use an optional NiCd rechargeable battery pack (RB1100). Be sure the battery pack is fully charged before use. Refer to the following illustration to install the battery pack. ENGLISH To charge the battery pack Notes · If the voltage of the power supply exceeds the specified value, "HIGH DC IN" blinks in the display for 3 seconds, and the unit turns off. · This adaptor is also used to recharge the (optional) NiCd battery pack. See "Rechargeable NiCd Battery Pack (optional)" for details. 1 Make sure the NiCd battery pack is loaded into the PMD650 (as shown above). 2 Connect the PMD650 to a wall outlet using the AC Adaptor (see "AC Adaptor"). 3 Set the PMD650 to off (standby). The CHARGE indicator located next to the DC IN 13V jack blinks while the pack is charging and lights steadily when it is fully charged. A full charge takes approximately 3 hours. Note Alkaline Batteries The PMD650 takes 8 standard AA-type alkaline batteries. Refer to the following illustration to load the batteries. · The CHARGE indicator will not light if the power is on. In this case, the PMD650 operates using the AC power from the wall outlet. · Due to the characteristics of the NiCd battery, its useable battery time when charged may be substantially decreased during the course of repeated charging and discharging of the battery. In this case unplug the AC adapter and, without removing the NiCd battery, leave as is for 2 to 3 days. After this period, recharge the battery again. Notes · Use only AA batteries for replacement. · Be sure to insert the batteries with correct polarity (as illustrated on the battery compartment). · Remove the batteries if the unit will not be used for an extended period of time. · If batteries leak, dispose of them immediately. Avoid touching the leaking material or letting it come into contact with clothing, etc. Clean the battery compartment thoroughly before installing new batteries. · Do not use new batteries together with batteries that have been previously used. · It is possible to insert (AA-type) NiCd batteries into the battery holder, but they cannot be recharged. · It is recommended that this NiCd battery is used within a temperature range of between 10 degrees Celsius and 30 degrees Celsius in order to attain the best performance. · Do not short-circuit the terminals. Do not place the NiCd battery in pockets or handbags together with necklaces or other metallic objects. · Never immerse the NiCd battery in water, subject it to naked flames or attempt to dismantle it. 6 SETTING UP Power Management The PMD650 is equipped with a sliding POWER switch that toggles the unit between on and off (standby). It also incorporates a power management function that turns the power off automatically after 5 minutes of nonoperation when using battery power. The unit will beep 30 seconds before the power is automatically turned off. You can turn off the power management alarm, if necessary, by setting the ALARM preset to OFF as described in the following section "Adjusting the System Presets". To turn the unit on Slide POWER to the right. To turn the unit off (standby) Slide POWER to the right. If turned off during recording, the unit always writes the UTOC before turning off. Adjusting the System Presets The system presets described below can be adjusted according to your needs and preferences. · Power management alarm (ALARM) This preset determines whether or not the beep alarm will sound before the unit's power is automatically turned off. The alarm beeps 30 seconds before the power management function turns the power off. Likewise, it also beeps 5 minutes before battery failure ("LOW BATT"). · LSR level (LSR_L) This preset determines the minimum signal level necessary to trigger the LSR (Level Sync Recording) function. (See "LSR" on page 14 for details.) · New track time (NTT) (in LSR mode) Tracks are marked in sync with the input level of the source signal. This preset determines how long a low level (LSR level) signal must continue before the unit marks a new track (see "LSR" on page 14). For example: If NTT is set to 3 seconds, when the source signal falls below LSR level for 3 seconds or more, a new track is marked the next time the source signal rises above the LSR level (with the LSR set to ON and the TR_INC set to On). Battery replacement The battery icon in the display shows battery strength in three steps: : Battery life is low. : Alkaline batteries : Batteries are exhausted. Replace the batteries. NiCd battery : Battery is exhausted. Recharge the battery or replace it with a fully charged battery. : "LOW BATT" and the REC indicator (REC mode only) blink in the display (REC blinks two times faster than during recpause mode), an alarm sounds from the headphones or internal speaker, and the unit shuts down automatically after 3 minutes. After the unit shuts down, sliding the POWER to the right sometimes turns the power on. However, the unit shuts down immediately or within 3 minutes. Notes · If the battery failure occurs during recording, the UTOC is updated before shutting down. · During recording, the alarm sounds from the headphones only. · The alarm can be turned off. See "Adjusting the System Presets" for details. · Track increment (TR_INC) (in LSR mode) This preset determines whether or not new track numbers will be automatically assigned to new ...