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Ireland). IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ Thank you for purchasing this SHARP product. For the best performance, read this manual carefully. It will guide you in operating your SHARP product. 0101 TINSE0568AWZZ 03/10/15 IM-DR580H(E)_FRONT.eps 03K R HK 1...
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" When recording important selections, make a prelimi- nary test to ensure that the desired material is properly recorded. " SHARP is not liable for damage or loss of your record- ing arising from malfunction of this unit. 0303 03/10/15...
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IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ ! 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.
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IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ ! "4-pole plug earphone" optimizes "Mobile 1-bit digital amplifier" Sharp has adopted "4-pole plug" earphone that com- pletely separate right and left sound. Enjoy the high qual- ity sound of the "Mobile 1-bit digital amplifier". L+ R+ L- R-...
" The AC adaptor may be different from the one in the drawing. Warning: The AC adaptor supplied with the IM-DR580H must not be used with other equipment. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ Multi-link station x 1 Battery case x 1 Battery carrying case x 1...
" Do not use an external power supply, other than the 3 V DC supplied with this unit, as it may damage the unit. " SHARP is not responsible for damage due to improper use. Refer all servicing to a SHARP authorised service centre.
Recording from a microphone (page 26) Note: SP OUT and AUDIO OUT sockets on the multi-link station accept 3-pole earphones, not the supplied 4-pole earphones. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ Example: connecting to a PC Listening through speakers with built-in amplifiers (page 38) Audio Signal...
To the To the wall socket To the wall socket DC IN 3V socket IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ You can charge the battery, record, play or edit music and use Net MD features with the multi-link station. Insert the rechargeable battery. side.
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The remote control and main unit buttons cannot be used. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ Place the main unit on the multi-link station. " Press down the main unit to set it securely.
After charging, remove the main unit from the multi- link station. ! Hold the multi-link station and pull the main unit straight out. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ Battery indicator: The battery indicator shows the progress of charging. ! When the indicator is off, charging is complete.
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(AD- N55BT). IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ Caution: ! Use the specified battery AD-N55BT only. Do not charge a battery (nickel-cadmium, alkaline, etc.) other than that specified.
! The number of bars shown in the battery indicator may increase or decrease, depending on the operation being performed. This is normal. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ Using with the Alkaline Battery Use one commercially available alkaline battery (LR6, "AA"...
! 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 be drained slowly but continuously.) IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ Notes on Inserting/Remov- ing a MiniDisc ! To avoid breakage, do not force the compartment open, and do not insert a MiniDisc forcibly or under the holder.
If a button is pressed with the hold function active, the record indicator flashes twice. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ To cancel the hold mode Move the HOLD switch away from the safety position (the opposite direction of the arrow).
DAT deck (32 kHz and 48 kHz respectively) to 44.1 kHz for recording. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ To DIGITAL OUT (square) socket To the LINE OUT sockets ! For digital connections, use equipment with an appro- priate digital audio interface.
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To avoid this, set the "LINE MONI" to "OFF" for analogue connections (see page 70). For digital connections, disconnect PC from the AUDIO OUT socket on the multi-link station and set "OPT MONI" to "ON" (see page 70). IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ To DIGITAL OUT (square) socket...
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Note: Set "LINE MONI" (for analogue connections) or "OPT MONI" (for digital connections) to "ON" (see page 70). You can listen to the sound being recorded through earphones or speakers. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ IM-DR580H To OPTICAL OUT...
! 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. Record indicator Stereo system,etc.
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You can adjust the level in 1 dB increments between +10 dB and -10 dB. +10 dB to -10 dB IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ ! Do not increase the recording level excessively. The sound may be distorted. ! Once you adjust the digital recording level, the setting is retained even after the recording stops.
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Use the AC power for digital recording. Also, deactivate sound skip prevention if installed. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ " Playback sound-actuated recording Recording automatically starts or pauses by detecting sound from the stereo system (synchronised recording).
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Press the REC button to pause recording and press the REC button for 2 seconds or more. Synchro recording starts. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ Recording pause and track numbering ! When the stereo system is stopped, the unit will enter the synchro recording pause mode. When playback is resumed, the recording will be resumed.
! Insert the plug firmly. If you don't, the recording will not be made properly. ! Use a microphone with a 3.5 mm diameter stereo mini plug. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ Stereo microphone (commercially available) ! To use a microphone, be sure it is a plug-in-power type microphone.
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Recording cannot be remotely controlled when the main unit is placed on the multi-link station (no dis- play is shown in the indicator). IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ " Outdoor recording It is not recommended to use the AC adaptor with the multi-link station outdoors. When outside or where it is inconvenient to use the multi-link station with the AC adaptor, use the remote control for recording.
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Recording from a Microphone (continued) IM-DR580H Record indicator Record indicator IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ " Manual recording [Operate with the multi-link station or the remote control] ( ) indicates remote control operations. Connect a plug-in microphone to the MIC IN socket on the main unit (page 26).
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0 dB frequently, select "ALC- L" to lower the level. ! Select "ALC-H" or "ALC-L" so that the maximum recording level is between -4 dB and 0 dB. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ Manual adjustment: In step 8, select "MANUAL" to adjust the recording level manually.
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The menu selection mode is activated. Select "MIC LEVEL" ("MICLevel") by pressing the button, and then press the ENTER ) button. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ Select "ALC-H", "ALC-L" or "MANUAL" by pressing button, and the press the ENTER ) button (page 29).
3 seconds or more. (Pause function does not work for approximately 10 sec- onds after a recording starts.) When the microphone picks up sound again, recording starts automatically. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ Notes for Recording " To prevent recorded MiniDiscs from being erased accidentally...
Digital signals Digitally recorded Cannot record MiniDisc IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ Advanced Recording ! Switching recording mode 2 times and 4 times long recording Double or quadruple time of stereo recording is possible. Monaural recording In monaural, you can record twice as long as stereo recording.
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Stereo 2 times long (MDLP stereo) 4 times long (MDLP stereo) Monaural IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ Notes: " Tracks recorded in 2 times long recording and 4 times long recording modes cannot be played with the unit that does not support these modes. On such a unit, no sound is heard.
Recording from a microphone: By default, tracks are recorded as a sequence without numbers ("MARK OFF" is selected). Sequential recording IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ To change the numbering setting: <When recording from a stereo system> Press the REC button. Light up Flash Press the MENU button.
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" The interval between marks may vary slightly com- pared with the actual recording time. " Whilst recording, a change in the numbering setting is applied immediately. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ Auto mark indicator on the remote control: You can check the setting for auto track numbering. Auto mark indicator...
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This is useful when the silence between tracks is too short for auto track numbering. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ Whilst recording, press the REC button at the point where you want to create track numbers.
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" Remaining recording time varies depending on the set recording mode. " Remaining recording time can be checked even in the stop mode (page 50). IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ ! About TOC TOC, an abbreviation of Table of Contents, contains a listing of where tracks start on the disc as well as the numbers and other information.
Make sure the direction 4-pole of the plug. plug To the /REMOTE socket Plug in the remote control unit completely. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ ! Listening through speakers with built-in amplifiers Right channel 3-pole plug To the SP OUT socket Speaker output selector switch Use to switch the sound from speakers connected to the multi-link station.
To the (commercially MIC socket available) To the AUDIO OUT socket 3-pole plug IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ ! Playback/recording on stereo system To the LINE IN sockets White: to the left Red: to the right To the AUDIO OUT Supplied connection cable socket...
Right channel Left channel Wearing the Earphones (ear-fit type): Hold the earphone and unfold the ear clip. Hook the ear clip on your ear. Fold the ear clip and adjust the earphone to fit your ear. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ 03/10/15 IM-DR580H(E)4.fm...
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Press the VOL + or VOL - button to adjust the volume. 0 - 30 ! You can also use the VOL+ or VOL- button on the main unit. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ To interrupt playback During playback, press the button on the remote con- trol.
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Connect the multi-link station with other equip- ment (pages 38 - 39). Insert a MiniDisc (page 12). Place the main unit on the multi-link station. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ Start playback by pressing the button on the multi-link station. Rotating...
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(*2) "NO NAME" appears if there is no disc name. For group-recorded MDs, the group name is displayed (see page 57). IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ " Resume function When you stop and then restart playback without remov- ing the disc, playback will resume from the point at which the disc was stopped.
IM-DR580H " Track search You can place the main unit on the multi-link station to operate with the multi-link station. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ [Operate with the remote control, main unit or multi- link station] To locate the beginning of a track: During playback or whilst in the stop mode, press the button.
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Press the MODE button to complete the setting. ! To return to normal speed, move " " to the normal position. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ [Operate with the multi-link station] During playback, press the MENU button. The unit enters the menu select mode.
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[On the remote control] No display [On the multi-link station] No display IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ RND (Random play- After all tracks are played back back) at random, playback stops au- tomatically. (Random re-...
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IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ " Intro play You can listen to the beginning of each track for 9 sec- onds in the recorded order.
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! Favourite registration on the MD will be cancelled if recording or editing is performed on it. ! Tracks cannot be registered as favourites during favourite track playback or intro play. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ To play a registered favourite track: [Operate with the remote control or the multi-link sta- tion] ( ) indicates operations on the multi-link station.
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5. Press the ENTER/-USB ( ) button. Favourite track registration will be cancelled. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ Notes: ! If the favourite track playback mode is selected whilst playing a normal track, the unit will enter the mode after the playback.
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Total number Total playing Remaining recording of tracks ( time ( time IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ To check the playing time and track name of each track: [Operate with the remote control] 1. Whilst in the stop mode, press the button to select a track.
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Remaining time of number the current track the current track Disc name ( Total remaining playback time IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ The meaning of varies according to the play mode (normal, group or favourite track). Normal play- Group play- Favourite track back mode...
You can record tracks by the group of artists or albums, etc. That MD can be played by selecting the group. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ When the group mode is selected for recording, tracks are played by the group, starting with the first track of the group.
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You can select a group to play back. When the group mode is cancelled ("GR" goes out) Tracks are numbered in the order they are recorded. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ The following table describes random play, repeat play and favourite track playback in the group mode (when "GR" lights).
Recording by Group IM-DR580H IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ Preparation: 1 Connect a microphone or equipment for recording (pages 19 - 21 and 26). 2 Insert a MiniDisc and place the main unit on the multi- link station (pages 12 - 13). To operate with the remote control, connect it to the main unit (page 27).
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Recording from a Microphone Manual recording (See steps 6 - 9 on pages 28 - 29.) Synchro recording (See steps 6 - 12 on page 30.) IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ Notes: " When a group-recorded MD is used for recording or editing on other equipment, malfunction may occur.
(albums, artists, etc.). You can place the main unit on the multi-link station to operate with the multi-link station. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ [Operate with the remote control or the multi-link sta- tion] ( ) indicates operations on the multi-link station.
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Whilst in the favourite track playback mode or favourite track repeat playback mode, group playback cannot be performed. Favourite track playback or favourite track repeat playback is prioritised. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ Display in the stop mode <On the remote control> Total tracks in group Total playing time The display switches after approx.
" Load a MiniDisc to be named. A playback only or recording prevented MiniDisc cannot be edited. " The group-recorded MD may not be edited properly with other equipment. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ [Operate with the multi-link station or the remote control] ( ) indicates remote control operations.
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> ? ! To enter a space Press the VOL. + button to move the cursor to the right. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ Notes: " One disc name and up to 99 group names and 255 track names can be created per disc. (A maximum of...
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After entering all characters, hold down the ENTER/-USB ) button for 2 seconds or more. The group name will be created. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ ! Creating a track name Whilst in the stop mode or pause mode, select the track by pressing the but- ton.
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To change a character: Erase the character you want to change, and then add a new one. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ ! Stamping titles from another MiniDisc Before stamping When there are 2 MiniDiscs on which the same tracks are recorded, you can transfer the character information (disc, group, and track names) of the master MiniDisc to another MiniDisc (for stamping) simultaneously.
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"CHANGE MD", remove the master MiniDisc. Remove it without turning off the power. Or, the oper- ation will be cancelled. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ Operation of the MiniDisc for stamping Load a MiniDisc for stamping. Press the button. The unit will finish recording the character information and enter the stop mode.
" To erase all tracks from the menu, select "ALL ERASE" (on the multi-link station) or "A-ERASE" on the remote control. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ ! To erase one track at a time You can erase one track at a time. [Operate with the multi-link station]...
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IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ To combine two non-adjacent tracks: " First, put the two tracks next to each other in the order you want using the MOVE function. Then combine them using the COMBINE function.
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Note: You cannot divide tracks checked out through the Net MD feature (" " appears on the multi-link station). IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ ! To move a track You can move a track to the desired position. [Operate with the multi-link station or the remote con- trol] ( ) indicates remote control operations.
" Non-group tracks can also be moved to a group using the GROUP CHANGE function. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ ! Creating a group before recording You can create a group in advance and record tracks in it.
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" The GROUP TOP MOVE function cannot be performed with non-group tracks or groups without tracks. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ ! Moving non-group tracks to after group- recorded tracks If non-group tracks are found in the middle of a group- recorded MD, they can be moved to after group-recorded tracks.
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" You cannot erase a group containing tracks checked out through the Net MD feature (" " appears on the multi-link station). IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ ! Erasing group information You can erase the entire group information of a group- recorded MD. By erasing the group information of a MD, it will be a non-group MD.
Select "ALARMon" by press- ing the button and press the button. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ Select the time by pressing button and press the button. You can set the time from 1 to 99 minutes. When the alarm is set: Alarm indicator lights up.
ENTER/-USB button. Select the menu by pressing button and press the ENTER/-USB button. Select the item by pressing button and press the ENTER/-USB button. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ Menu Item BEEP Beep on Beep sound Beep off AUTO PLAY...
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Select "SETUP" by pressing button and press button. Select the menu by pressing button and press button. Select the item by pressing button and press button. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ Menu Item BEEP Beep on Beep sound Beep off autoPLAY Auto play...
The digital recording level you set will be kept even after cancelling recording. "NOT SAVE" Every time you cancel recording, the level will return to "D.L. 0 dB". IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ ! Group playback mode Tracks are played in the recorded order regardless of the group. ! Line monitor/Optical monitor You can switch the monitor sound on and off.
ENTER/-USB ( ) button. An item is selected. MIC LEVEL GrSELECT IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ Select a setting option by pressing but- ton and press the ENTER/-USB ( ) button. An option is set and "[ ]" mark will be indicated at both ends.
PC hard disk MD portable recorder (BeatJam) compatible with Net MD IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ Digital audio data can be imported into the hard disk of a PC in the following methods: ! Converting the music downloaded via the music distri- bution service on the Internet into ATRAC3 of the OpenMG system.
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MD portable recorder Check-out Check-in IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ " Restrictions on check-in and check-out ! One piece of audio data can be checked out up to 3 times (except for some pieces). You cannot check out a track more than 3 times. How-...
! You cannot use BeatJam with programs that create vir- tual CD-ROM drives. ! You cannot use BeatJam when more than one OpenMG compatible audio device is connected. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ Windows Mil- Windows 98 Windows 2000 Professional*1 lennium Edition...
Windows Me, 98SE or 2000. 2. Right click on "OMGBJ" indicating CD-ROM drive and select "Open" from the menu. 3. Double click AUTOPLAY.EXE from the list. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ Caution: Windows XP/2000 User with Administrator* rights needs to log on. Confirm with the network or computer Administrator if you are in a workgroup.
Connect the main unit to the PC with the USB connection cable, and place on the multi-link station. "USB Standby" ap- pears (when the PC is turned on). Operations are possible except those of Net MD features. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ To the USB port...
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IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ " Checking the USB driver Whilst the MD portable recorder is connected to the com- puter, after clicking "Control Panel"...
2 seconds or more. 2. When the "...USB..." disappears, remove the main unit. 3. Remove the MD. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ ! Checking in Check-in means to return the tracks from external devices to the PC. You can check-in tracks only to the source PC.
Even if "LP:" is entered at the top of the If "LP:" is entered at the top of the 2 times/4 times long recorded track name, "LP:" is not displayed. (LP2/LP4), "LP:" will not be displayed. Enter symbols other than ":" after "LP". IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ IM-DR580H LIMITATIONS 03/10/15 IM-DR580H(E)9.fm...
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. The unit does not turn on.
To remove condensation: Remove the MiniDisc and leave the unit for approximately 1 hour. The condensation should evaporate and the unit will work properly. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ 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 sur- faces only).
(Reload the MiniDisc.) " You tried to play back a track that can- Can't PLAY not be played with this equipment. IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ ERROR MES- MEANING SAGES " The disc data cannot be read because...
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" Since a track number is currently being SORRY (Sorry) located or updated, the unit cannot ac- cept your command. (Wait a while and try the operation again.) IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ ERROR MES- MEANING SAGES " The temperature is too high. TEMP OVER (TEMP!) (Turn off the power, and wait a while.)
Specifications IM-DR580H As a part of our policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design and specification chang- es 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.
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Input impedance level MIC H 0.25 mV 10 k ohms MIC L 2.5 mV 10 k ohms LINE 100 mV 20 k ohms IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ 2 times long 4 times long Continuous Continuous Continuous Continuous recording: play: Approx. recording: play: Approx.
Subject to the terms listed below, Sharp Electronics (U.K.) Ltd. (hereinafter called “the Company”) guarantee to pro- vide for the repair of, or at its option replace this Sharp Equipment, or any component thereof, (other than bat- teries), which is faulty or below standard, as a result of inferior workmanship or materials.