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COMPACT COMPONENT MD SYSTEM
CA-MD9R
RDS
CONTROL
PTY
DISPLAY
EON ON/OFF
SEARCH
MODE
SLEEP
1
2
3
FM MODE
TA/NEWS/
MUTE
INFO
PTY SELECT
4
5
6
TUNER
7
8
9
AUX
10
+10
MODE
TAPE
CD
MD
SELECT
TAPE
DIRECTION
REC PAUSE
ACTIVE
1
2
3
DISC
DISC
DISC
BASS EX.
SOUND
MUTE
MODE
VOLUME
RM-SEMD9RU REMOTE CONTROL
CD REPEAT
COMPACT
3
CD
DIGITAL AUDIO
2
CD PLAY MODE
CD
3
CD
1
CD
PLAY & EXCHANGE
STANDBY
TUNER
AUX
COMPACT
COMPONENT MD SYSTEM
MX-MD9R
DEMO
CLOCK
/TIMER
BASS
SOUND
REC PAUSE
REPEAT
LONG REC
PLAY MODE
TRIPLE REC
LISTENING
1ST TRACK REC
MD
SKIP
CD REC
DOLBY B NR
REC PAUSE
CD REC
AUTO REVERSE
AUTO TAPE SELECTOR
DOLBY B NR
PHONES
INSTRUCTIONS
3
CD
2
CD
1
CD
VOLUME
+
–
DISPLAY
/CHARA
TITLE
EDIT
MD
3
2
MD
1
MD
CANCEL
SET
MULTI JOG
COMPACT
DIGITAL AUDIO
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Model No. and Serial
No. which are located either on the rear,
bottom or side of the cabinet. Retain this
information for future reference.
Model No.
Serial No.
LET0070-002A
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- Page 1 COMPACT COMPONENT MD SYSTEM CA-MD9R CD REPEAT CD PLAY MODE CONTROL REPEAT DISPLAY EON ON/OFF SEARCH MODE SLEEP PLAY MODE FM MODE TA/NEWS/ MUTE INFO PTY SELECT LISTENING TUNER MODE TAPE SELECT TAPE DIRECTION REC PAUSE REC PAUSE ACTIVE DISC...
- Page 2 Warnings, Cautions and Others Caution –– Disconnect the mains plug to shut the power off completely. The power can be remote controlled. CAUTION To reduce the risk of electrical shocks, fire, etc.: IMPORTANT for the U.K. DO NOT cut off the mains plug from this equipment. If the plug fitted is not suitable for the power points in your home or the cable is too short to reach a power point, then obtain an appropriate safety approved extension...
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Page 3: Laser Product
AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM. 15 cm 1 cm 15 cm CA-MD9R ADVARSEL: Usynlig laser- VARO: Avattaessa ja suo- VARNING: Osynlig laser- stråling ved åbning, når jalukitus ohitettaessa olet strålning när denna del är... -
Page 4: Features
One Touch Operation • With the One Touch Operation feature of JVC’s you can turn on the CA-MD9R and start the radio, the Cassette Deck, the CD Player, or the MD Recorder with a single touch. •... -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Features ... 1 How This Manual Is Organized ... 1 IMPORTANT CAUTIONS ... 1 Getting Started ...3 Accessories ... 3 How to Put Batteries in the Remote Control ... 3 Using the Remote Control ... 3 Connecting the FM Antenna ... 4 Connecting the AM (MW/LW) Antenna ... -
Page 6: Getting Started
Do not use different types of batteries together. Using the Remote Control The Remote Control makes it easy to use many of the functions of the CA-MD9R from a distance of up to 7 m (23 feet) away. You need to point the Remote Control at the remote sensor on the CA-MD9R. -
Page 7: Connecting The Fm Antenna
CAUTION: Make all connections before plugging the unit into an AC power outlet. Connecting the FM Antenna CAUTION: To avoid noise, keep antennas away from metallic parts of the CA-MD9R, connecting cord and the AC power cord. Connecting the AM (MW/LW) Antenna... -
Page 8: Connecting The Speakers
You can connect another component to the AUX jacks, and reproduce the sound of the component through the CA-MD9R. VCR (or another component) Note: When you connect a VCR to the CA-MD9R, connect the VCR and the TV directly using (Refer to instructions for speakers as well.) Main Unit... -
Page 9: Demo Mode
To restart the Demo, press the DEMO button. One Touch Operation One Touch Operation is JVC’s feature that lets you control the most frequently used functions of the CA-MD9R with a single touch. One Touch Operation starts playing a CD or a MD, turns on the radio, plays a tape, etc. with a single press of the play button for that source. -
Page 10: Using The Amplifier
Press the “HELLO” appears on the display and the STANDBY indicator goes off. The CA-MD9R comes on ready to play the source it was for when the power was last turned off. Turning the CA-MD9R Off (Standby) —————————————————— Press the STANDBY The STANDBY indicator lights up, “GOOD BYE”... -
Page 11: Adjusting The Volume
Adjusting the Volume VOLUME Turn the VOLUME control clockwise to increase the volume or counterclockwise to decrease it. When using the Remote Control, press the VOLUME + button to increase the volume or press the VOLUME – button to decrease it. You can adjust the volume level between 0 (minimum) and 50 (maximum). -
Page 12: Sound Modes
Sound Modes The CA-MD9R has some preset sound effects that give you control of the way your music sounds, so you can tailor it for your room and for the quality of the source. You can also create your own customized S.E.A. (Sound Effect Amplifier) settings and store it in the unit’s memory. -
Page 13: Using An External Component
To operate the external component, refer to the manual supplied with it. Adjust the VOLUME control and select a Sound Mode if you want. To cancel the setting Change the source by starting any one of the CA-MD9R’s built-in sound sources, such as the CD Player or MD Recorder. STEREO TUNED... -
Page 14: Using The Tuner
Using the Tuner STANDBY TUNER TUNER DEMO CLOCK /TIMER BASS SOUND REPEAT LONG REC PLAY MODE TRIPLE REC LISTENING 1ST TRACK REC SKIP CD REC RDS CONTROL RDS function buttons Number buttons You can listen to both FM and AM (MW/LW) stations. Stations can be tuned in manually, automatically, or from preset memory storage. -
Page 15: Presetting Stations
Selecting a Radio Station ————————————————————— Press the The frequency changes in one step increments. “TUNED” appears on the display when a station is tuned in. Press and hold the continuously until a station is tuned in. “TUNED” appears on the display. Possible only after presetting stations (For presetting methods, see “Presetting Stations”... -
Page 16: Changing The Fm Reception Mode
RDS may not work correctly if the station you are tuned in is not transmitting the signals properly or if the signal strength is weak. What Information RDS Can Provide —————————————————— The CA-MD9R can use the following RDS service. PS (Program Service name) Identifies each station by a name. - Page 17 Description of the PTY codes: NONE: NEWS: AFFAIRS: INFO: SPORT: EDUCATE: DRAMA: CULTURE: SCIENCE: VARIED: POP M: ROCK M: M.O.R. M: LIGHT M: CLASSICS: OTHER M: WEATHER: FINANCE: CHILDREN: SOCIAL A: RELIGION: PHONE IN: TRAVEL: LEISURE: JAZZ: COUNTRY: NATIONAL: OLDIES: FOLK M: DOCUMENT: TEST:...
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Page 18: Changing The Rds Information
Changing the RDS Information ———————————————————— You can see RDS information on the display while listening to an FM station. CONTROL To view RDS information on the display, press the DISPLAY MODE button after pressing the RDS CONTROL button on the Remote Control. Each time you press the button the display changes to show the following information: PS (Program Service): «... -
Page 19: Eon Function
EON Function —————————————————————————— The EON function allows the unit to switch temporarily to a broadcast program of your choice (NEWS, TA, and/or INFO) from a different station except when you are listening to a non-RDS stations (all AM (MW/LW) and some FM stations). The EON indicator lights up while receiving a station with the EON code. -
Page 20: Alarm Function
Notes: • EON data sent from some stations may not be compatible with this unit. • While listening to a program tuned in by the EON function, the station does not change even if another network station starts broadcasting a program of the same EON data. •... -
Page 21: Using The Cd Player
Using the CD Player CD REPEAT COMPACT CD REPEAT DIGITAL AUDIO CD PLAY MODE CD PLAY MODE STANDBY TUNER DEMO BASS SOUND CONTROL DISPLAY EON ON/OFF SEARCH MODE SLEEP FM MODE TA/NEWS/ PTY SELECT INFO MUTE TUNER TAPE MODE SELECT TAPE DIRECTION REC PAUSE... -
Page 22: Using The Cd Player
The Player built in the CA-MD9R has 3 CD trays. You can use Continuous, Random, Program or Repeat Play for the CDs on CD1, CD2 and CD3 trays. Repeat Play can repeat all the tracks on all the CDs, the tracks on one of the CDs or one track on one CD. There is also the Disc Lock function, prohibiting CD ejection (see page 66.) -
Page 23: Playing Cds
Playing CDs ——————————————————————————— You can play the CDs continuously. (Continuous Play) Prepare the CDs. Press the CD button (1 to 3) (or the DISC button (1 to 3) on the Remote Control) for the CD you want to play. The first track of the selected CD will begin playing. When the selected CD finishes playing, the next CD begins playing automatically. -
Page 24: Programing The Playing Order Of The Tracks
Selecting a Track ————————————————————————— Using the unit Rotate the MULTI JOG dial while playing or pausing. • Rotate the MULTI JOG dial clockwise to select the next tracks. • Rotate the MULTI JOG dial counterclockwise to select the previous tracks. If you rotate the MULTI JOG dial over the last track of the selected CD, the unit jumps to the first track of the next CD. - Page 25 Press one of the CD buttons (1 to 3) to select a CD. The CD and track numbers start flashing. If the CD and track numbers stop flashing, press the CD button (1 to 3) again. Rotate the MULTI JOG dial to select a track. The track number appears on the display.
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Page 26: Checking The Program
Press one of the DISC buttons (1 to 3). The CD and track numbers start flashing. DISC DISC DISC If the CD and track numbers stop flashing, press the DISC button (1 to 3) again. Press the number buttons to select the tracks. Example: For track 5, press 5. -
Page 27: Random Play
Random Play The tracks of all loaded CDs will play at random. CD PLAY MODE While the CD player is stopped, press the CD PLAY MODE button repeatedly until the RANDOM indicator appears on the display. “CD RANDOM” also appears on the display. Each time you press the CD PLAY MODE button, CD play mode changes as follows: = CD PROGRAM = CD RANDOM = Off (Continuous Play) = (back to the beginning) Press the ‹/8 button on the unit (or the £... -
Page 28: Using The Md Recorder (Playing)
Using the MD Recorder (Playing) STANDBY TUNER DEMO BASS SOUND REPEAT LONG REC REPEAT PLAY MODE TRIPLE REC PLAY MODE LISTENING 1ST TRACK REC SKIP CD REC CONTROL DISPLAY EON ON/OFF SEARCH MODE SLEEP FM MODE TA/NEWS/ PTY SELECT MUTE INFO TUNER MODE... -
Page 29: Using The Md Recorder
The MD Recorder has 3 MD loading slots. You can use Continuous, Random, Program or Repeat Play for the MDs in MD1, MD2 and MD3 loading slots. Repeat Play can repeat all the tracks on all the MDs, the tracks on one of the MDs or one track on one MD. There is also the Disc Lock function, prohibiting MD ejection (see page 66.) The Quickest Way to Start a MD Is with the One Touch Operation ——————... -
Page 30: Playing Mds
Playing MDs ——————————————————————————— You can play the MDs continuously. (Continuous Play) Prepare the MDs. Press the MD button (1 to 3) (or the DISC button (1 to 3) on the Remote Control) for the MD you want to play. The first track of the selected MD will begin playing. When the selected MD finishes playing, the next MD will begin playing automatically. -
Page 31: Programing The Playing Order Of The Tracks
Selecting a Track ————————————————————————— Using the unit Rotate the MULTI JOG dial while playing or pausing. • Rotate the MULTI JOG dial clockwise to select the next tracks. • Rotate the MULTI JOG dial counterclockwise to select the previous tracks. If you rotate the MULTI JOG dial over the last track of the selected MD, the unit jumps to the first track of the next MD. - Page 32 Press one of the MD buttons (1 to 3) to select an MD. The MD and track numbers start flashing. If the MD and track numbers stop flashing, press the MD button (1 to 3) again. Rotate the MULTI JOG dial to select a track. The track number appears on the display.
- Page 33 Press one of the DISC buttons (1 to 3). The MD and track numbers start flashing. DISC DISC DISC If the MD and track numbers stop flashing, press the DISC button (1 to 3) again. Press the number buttons to select the tracks. Example: For track 5, press 5.
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Page 34: Random Play
Random Play The tracks of all loaded MDs will play at random. While the MD Recorder is stopped, press the PLAY MODE button repeatedly until the RANDOM PLAY MODE indicator appears on the display. “MD RANDOM” also appears on the display. Each time you press the PLAY MODE button, MD play mode changes as follows: = MD PROGRAM = MD RANDOM = Off (Continuous Play) = (back to the beginning) Press the ‹/8 button on the unit (or the £... -
Page 35: Using The Md Recorder (Recording)
SOUND MUTE MODE VOLUME RM-SEMD9RU REMOTE CONTROL Your CA-MD9R is supplied with very powerful functions to record on the MDs. (For Editing functions, see the next chapter from page 41.) You can do the following: • Recording any source - Standard Recording (just record what you are listening) - LONG REC: To record a long radio program or another source continuously on 3 MDs. -
Page 36: Things To Know Before You Start Recording
Things to Know Before You Start Recording —————————————— It should be noted that it may be unlawful to re-record pre-recorded tapes, records, or discs without the consent of the owner of copyright in the sound or video recording, broadcast or cable programme and in any literary, dramatic, musical, or artistic embodied therein. -
Page 37: Standard Recording
Standard Recording To record any source currently playing use the following procedure. You can also record the same source on the tape at the same time. (See page 55 for tape recording.) Insert a blank or recordable MD into one of the MD loading slots. Press the MD button (1 to 3) (or the DISC button (1 to 3) on the Remote Control) corresponding to the slot number you put the MD, then press the 7 button. -
Page 38: Long Recording (Long Rec)
Long Recording (LONG REC) The LONG REC function allows you to record any source continuously onto 3 MDs, enabling you to make long recording of radio program, or to record three CDs continuously, etc. The Recording begins on MD1 (MD in the MD1 slot) and continues on MD2, then MD3. Insert the MDs you want to record on into the MD loading slots. -
Page 39: One Touch Cd Recording (Cd Rec)
One Touch CD Recording (CD REC) The CD REC function allows you to easily record CDs on the MD1. Prepare CDs and a recordable MD into the MD1 loading slot. You can load the CDs on any CD trays, but always load the recordable MD into the MD1 loading slot. -
Page 40: Three Cd Recording (Triple Rec)
Three CD Recording (TRIPLE REC) The TRIPLE REC function allows you to easily record three CDs onto three MDs. Prepare CDs and recordable MDs. Always place a CD on the CD1 tray and insert an MD into the MD1 loading slot. If not, this function does not work. -
Page 41: Listening Edit Recording (Listening)
Listening Edit Recording (LISTENING) The LISTENING function allows you to make a program while listening and checking each track of the loaded CDs, then to start recording the program. You can program up to 32 tracks. Prepare CDs and a recordable MD into the MD1 loading slot. Always place a CD on the CD1 tray and insert the MD into the MD1 loading slot. -
Page 42: Changing The Display Mode
When you finish checking all CDs or if there is no more remaining time for recording on the MD, recording starts automatically. “L. EDIT” appears on the display and recording starts. If the remaining time of the MD becomes short, this unit will search a track fitting into the remaining time. -
Page 43: First Track Recording (1St Track Rec)
First Track Recording (1ST TRACK REC) The 1ST TRACK REC function allows you to record the first track of each loaded CD. You can, for example, make a directory of all your best CDs. Prepare CDs, and a recordable MD into the MD1 loading slot. Always place a CD on the CD1 tray and insert the recordable MD into the MD1 loading slot. -
Page 44: Using The Md Recorder (Editing)
SKIP CD REC One of the great features of the MD is its capacity to be edited freely. The CA-MD9R offers you the following edit functions. DIVIDE (see page 42): To divide one track into two separate tracks. JOIN (see page 44): To join two adjacent tracks into one track. -
Page 45: Divide Function
DIVIDE Function This function allows you to divide one track into two separate tracks. It is useful, for example, when you want to add track marks at a certain point within a track or if you want to separate a recording. Be sure that the MD you want to edit is in one of the MD loading slots. - Page 46 Rotate the MULTI JOG dial to precisely adjust the dividing point. You can shift the dividing point up to ±128. This range (±128) corresponds to approximately ±8 seconds from the original point (Position 0). MULTI JOG When you stop rotating the MULTI JOG dial, the unit repeats the newly selected dividing point. When you find the right position, go to step 9.
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Page 47: Join Function
JOIN Function This function allows you to join two adjacent tracks into one track. Be sure that the MD you want to edit is in one of the MD loading slots. Select the MD you want to edit. Press the corresponding MD button (1 to 3), then the 7 button. Press the EDIT button repeatedly until “JOIN”... -
Page 48: Move Function
MOVE Function This function allows you to move a track to the position you prefer on the same MD. It is useful to change the order of the tracks as you like. Be sure that the MD you want to edit is in one of the MD loading slots. Select the MD you want to edit. - Page 49 Press the SET button. If you have selected wrong track numbers, press the CANCEL button then select the correct track numbers again. If you cancel the editing, press the 0 button. Press the EDIT button. BASS TITLE SOUND EDIT Press the 0 button to eject the MD. “WRITING”...
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Page 50: Erase Function
ERASE Function This function allows you to erase an unwanted track. Be sure that the MD you want to edit is in one of the MD loading slots. Select the MD you want to edit. Press the corresponding MD button (1 to 3), then the 7 button. Press the EDIT button repeatedly until “ERASE”... -
Page 51: All Erase Function
ALL ERASE Function This function allows you to erase all the tracks on an MD. Be sure that the MD you want to edit is in one of the MD loading slots. Select the MD you want to edit. Press the corresponding MD button (1 to 3), then the 7 button. Press the EDIT button repeatedly until “ALL ERASE”... -
Page 52: Title Function
TITLE Function This function allows you to give a name containing up to 32 characters to each MD and to each track. Giving a Title to an MD After putting a name to a disc, it will appear when you play the disc. Be sure that the MD you want to edit is in one of the MD loading slots. - Page 53 Giving a Title to a Track —————————————————————— Be sure that the MD you want to edit is in one of the MD loading slots. BASS TITLE SOUND EDIT Select the MD you want to edit. Press the corresponding MD button (1 to 3), then the 7 button. Press the TITLE button.
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Page 54: Using The Cassette Deck (Playing)
Most tapes are now recorded with the Dolby NR system, so first check which type of the Dolby NR system has been used on the tape. Only Dolby B NR is incorporated into the CA-MD9R. With Automatic Tape Selection, you can listen to type I, II (CrO changing any settings. -
Page 55: Regular Play
The power comes on and “TAPE” appears on the display. When a tape is already in the cassette holder, the tape is played in the direction of the button pressed. If there is no tape in the cassette holder, the CA-MD9R automatically turns on and “NO TAPE” appears on the display. Regular Play If the power is already on, you can use this basic procedure: Press down the 0 button. -
Page 56: Music Scan
Music Scan To find the beginning of a music track during play, use the Music Scan function. Music Scan searches for blank portions that usually separate selections, then plays the next selection. Finding the Beginning of the Current Selection ————————————— Press the 1 or ¡... -
Page 57: Using The Cassette Deck (Recording)
CAUTION: If recordings you have made have excessive noise or static, the unit may be too close to a TV which has been on during recording. Either turn off the TV or increase the distance between the TV and the CA-MD9R. (Recording) -
Page 58: Standard Recording
Prepare the source, for example, by tuning in a radio station, loading CDs or MDs, or turning on the external component. Press the REC PAUSE button. The indicator above the button lights up and the CA-MD9R enters recording pause mode. REC PAUSE Press the ‹ (or ¤) button to record the front side (or the reverse side). -
Page 59: Cd Direct Recording
TAPE” appears on the display then the unit plays the CD and starts recording. CD REC At the end of the tape, the CA-MD9R automatically goes back to the beginning of the last selection and re-records it, this time gently fading out at the end. If you have the auto reverse mode, the reverse side starts with the last selection of the front side. -
Page 60: Using The Timers
Recording Timer — Unattended recording of radio broadcasts. You can set the starting time and length of the recording. You can set up to 3 Recording Timer settings. Sleep Timer — Fall asleep and have your CA-MD9R turn off automatically after a certain length of time. - Page 61 Each time you press the button, the Clock/Timer setting mode changes as follows: DAILY on/off DAILY Timer On Time REC1 on/off REC1 Timer On Time REC2 on/off REC2 Timer On Time REC3 on/off REC3 Timer On Time Clock Setting Normal Display (current source) Rotate the MULTI JOG dial clockwise or counterclockwise to adjust the hour.
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Page 62: Setting The Daily Timer
Setting the Daily Timer With this timer you can wake up to music from a CD, a MD, a tape, your favorite radio program, or the external source. You can set the Daily Timer whether the unit is on or off. If the clock has not been set, you cannot select the Daily Timer. - Page 63 Turn the power off if you set the timer with the power turned on. STANDBY A few seconds before the on-time, the CA-MD9R automatically turns on the power, and “DAILY TIMER” starts flashing on the display. When the on-time comes, playback starts using the selected source.
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Page 64: Turning The Daily Timer On And Off
SET button. The contents of the Daily Timer setting are shown on the display. CAUTION: If the CA-MD9R is unplugged, or a power failure occurs, the timer setting will be erased in a few days. If the settings are erased, reset the timer settings. -
Page 65: Setting The Recording Timer
Setting the Recording Timer With the Recording Timer you can record a radio broadcast automatically whether or not you are home. You can set the Recording Timer whether the unit is on or off. You can set three different Recording Timer settings (REC 1 to 3). If the clock has not been set, you cannot select the Recording Timer. -
Page 66: Turning The Recording Timer On And Off
CAUTION: If the CA-MD9R is unplugged, or a power failure occurs, the timer setting will be erased in a few days. If the settings are erased in this way, reset the timer settings. -
Page 67: Setting The Sleep Timer
Setting the Sleep Timer By setting this timer, you can fall asleep to music. You can only set the Sleep Timer when the unit is on. Procedure for Setting the Sleep Timer SLEEP While playing a source, press the SLEEP button on the Remote Control. “SLEEP”... -
Page 68: Timer Priority
Timer Priority Since each timer can be set independently, you may wonder what happens if the settings overlap. Here are the priorities for each timer: If the Recording Timer is set to come on while another timer is operating, the other timer will shut off 10 seconds before the Recording Timer is set to turn on, and the Recording Timer will then take over. -
Page 69: Disc Lock Function
Disc Lock Function When the Disc Lock function is on, the CD trays and MD loading slot cover cannot be opened even if you press the 0 button. This function can only be possible by using the buttons on the unit. Locking the Discs Press the While pressing the 7 button, press the 0 button for CD1 tray. -
Page 70: Care And Maintenance
Care and Maintenance General Notes In general, you will have the best performance by keeping your tapes, CDs, MDs and the mechanism clean. • Store tapes, CDs and MDs in their cases, and keep them in cabinets or on shelves. •... -
Page 71: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting • If you are having a problem with your CA-MD9R, check this list for a possible solution before calling for service. • If you cannot solve the problem from the hints given here, or the unit has been physically damaged, call a qualified person, such as your dealer, for service. -
Page 72: Md Error Messages
MD Error Messages Error Message BLANK DISC CANNOT JOIN DISC ERROR DISC FULL EMERGENCY STOP MD NO DISC NON-AUDIO CANNOT COPY PLAYBACK MD DISC PROTECTED TRACK PROTECTED OCCUPIED LOAD ERROR MD limitations The MD records data in an original format that differs from that of conventional cassette tapes or DATs. Since there are some limitations with this recording format, the following types of symptoms may occur. -
Page 73: Specifications
Specifications Output Power (IEC 268-3/DIN) 37 watts per channel, min. RMS, both channels driven, into Input Sensitivity/Impedance (1 kHz) Cassette Deck Section CD Automatic Changer Section Signal-To-Noise Ratio 100 dB MD Automatic Changer Section Audio Playing System MiniDisc digital audio system Error correction System CIRC (Cross Interleave Reed-Solomon Code) Audio compression System ATRAC (Adaptive TRansform Acoustic Coding) Power Specifications... -
Page 74: Additional Informations
Additional Informations Some Words about MDs There are two types of MDs: premastered (prerecorded) and recordable (blank). Premastered MDs Premastered MDs, which have been recorded at music studio, can be played back like regular CDs. On an MD of this type, data is recorded as the presence or absence of tiny pits. A laser beam focuses on the pits on the surface of the MD and reflects the detection back to the lens in the MD Recorder. -
Page 75: Serial Copy Management System (Scms)
Serial Copy Management System (SCMS) The MD Recorder integrated to this unit uses the Serial Copy Management System which allows only first-generation digital copies to be made of premastered software (like CDs or prerecorded MDs). 1st Generation ABCD EFG Sound Skip Guard Memory The biggest weakness of discs is their susceptibility to vibration. - Page 76 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED 0398TTMMDWSAN...