IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ 1-BIT PORTABLE MINIDISC RECORDER MODEL IM-DR580H 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). Thank you for purchasing this SHARP product. For the best performance, read this manual carefully. It will guide you in operating your SHARP product.
IM-DR580H Special Notes ! Warnings -Special Notes- Important Introduction NOTES FOR USERS IN THE U.K. AND IRELAND 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.
IM-DR580H " 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.
IM-DR580H Features ! A Net MD portable recorder ! "4-pole plug earphone" optimizes "Mobile 1-bit digital amplifier" Sharp has adopted "4-pole plug" earphone that completely separate right and left sound. Enjoy the high quality sound of the "Mobile 1-bit digital amplifier". L+ R+ L- R- ! A Portable MD player with "Mobile 1-bit digital amplifier" 4-pole plug for mobile 1-bit digital amplifier The 1-bit digital signal is sent to a constant voltage circuit directly from a high-order modulation circuit.
IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ Contents Page ! Useful Features Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Names of Controls and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 10 Setting the Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Changing Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 - 72 Selecting Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
-Accessories- Important Introduction IM-DR580H Accessories AC Adaptor (RADPA8066AWZZ) x 1 Remote control x 1 Multi-link station x 1 Battery case x 1 Carrying bag x 1 Rechargeable nickel-metal hydride battery (AD-NT55BT) x 1 Battery carrying case x 1 Connection cable (for analogue recording) x 1 4-pole plug Connection cable (for digital recording) x 1 CD-ROM x 1 USB connection cable x 1 Earphones (inner ear type) x 1 4-pole plug Earphones (ear-fit type) x 1 Notes: " You can hear the sound
Precautions " 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.
IM-DR580H Names of Controls and Indicators ! Main unit Reference page 1. Stop/Power Off/Hold Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18, 40 2. Record Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 3. Play/Fast Forward/Fast Reverse/ Volume Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40, 44 4. Battery Connection Terminals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 5. Multi-link Station Connection Terminal . . . . . . 13 6. Microphone Input Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 7.
IM-DR580H 1 1 2 9 3 8 4 7 5 6 Reference page 1. Playback/Recording Mode Switching/ Charge Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14, 32, 46 2. Display/Bass Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 3. Record Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 4. Erase Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 5. Power On or Off/Stop Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 6. Fast Forward/Fast Reverse/ Recording Level/Volume Button . . . . . .
IM-DR580H Names of Controls and Indicators (continued) ! Remote control unit 2 Important Introduction -Names of Controls and Indicators- 1 3 4 5 11 6 12 13 14 7 8 15 9 10 16 17 18 23 24 25 19 20 21 22 Reference page 1. Earphones Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 2. Record Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 3. Display/Bass Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32, 43 4. Playback or Recording Mode Switching Button . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting to Other Equipment Listening to music through a stereo system, etc. (page 19) Recording from a stereo system, etc. (page 39) Audio Signal Audio Signal 2 Listening through speakers with built-in amplifiers (page 38) Audio Signal Audio Signal Listening through or recording onto a PC (page 39) Audio Signal Recording from PC (page 20) Net MD audio data To use Net MD features See pages 74 - 80 for setup and connections. See the operation manual of "BeatJam" for details of the software.
IM-DR580H Using with the Multi-link Station You can charge the battery, record, play or edit music and use Net MD features with the multi-link station. 1 Do not force the battery cover open too far. Preparation -Using with the Multi-link Station- 2 1 Insert from the side. 1 A rechargeable battery other than the AD-N55BT cannot be charged. 2 3 2 3 AC 110 - 240V, 50/60 Hz Fully insert. To the DC IN 3V socket Insert the rechargeable battery. Insert a MiniDisc.
IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ 3 IM-DR580H Press down the unit with its front side facing toward you. 4 Place the main unit on the multi-link station. 2 " Press down the main unit to set it securely. Preparation Caution: When the unit is not in use for extended periods, remove the AC adaptor from the wall socket. Attach to the main unit connection terminal. Now the multi-link station is ready. Charging See page 14. Charge the battery.
IM-DR580H Using with the Rechargeable Battery When the rechargeable battery is used for the first time or when you want to use it after a long period of disuse, be sure to charge it fully. Preparation -Using with the Rechargeable Battery- 1 2 Battery indicator: The battery indicator shows the progress of charging. ! When the indicator is off, charging is complete.
IM-DR580H Battery replacement: ! The rechargeable battery can be charged approximately 300 times. ! When the operating time is reduced to about half the normal amount of time, even after a full charge is performed, replace the battery with a new one (ADN55BT). ! Do not short-circuit the terminals as they will become very hot and will damage the battery. ! Do not drop or subject the battery to shock. ! Do not insert objects (metal etc.
Preparation -Using with the Rechargeable Battery/Using with the Alkaline Battery- IM-DR580H Using with the Rechargeable Battery (continued) Using with the Alkaline Battery " Checking the remaining amount of battery level Use one commercially available alkaline battery (LR6, "AA" size). The rechargeable battery can be used at the same time. The remaining amount of battery level is shown by the battery indicator ( ) during operation.
! To avoid breakage, do not force the compartment open, and do not insert a MiniDisc forcibly or under the holder. ! If a MiniDisc does not go in smoothly or the door does not close properly, take out the disc and try again. ! Do not open the compartment when the power is on. Be sure to turn it off before removing a MiniDisc. The compartment door is locked while recording or editing is in progress. Do not slide the OPEN lever to avoid breakage.
IM-DR580H Hold Function The present operation condition can be kept even if other buttons are accidentally pressed in a place such as a crowded train. (The main unit and remote control function separately.) -Hold Function- Preparation Record Indicator Hold down the more. (HOLD) button for 2 seconds or The mode switches each time the button is pressed. Hold on: The record indicator flashes three times. Hold off: The record indicator flashes once.
Connecting to a Stereo System, PC, etc. IM-DR580H Connect other equipment to the multi-link station for recording. The connection differs according to the equipment. Recording requires a digital or analogue connection cable.
IM-DR580H Connecting to a Stereo System, PC, etc. (continued) " Recording from PC Recording -Connecting to a Stereo System, PC, etc.- Speakers with built-in amplifiers Connecting to an optical output socket To DIGITAL OUT (square) socket Supplied connection cable (for digital recording) Connecting to an analogue output socket To the OPTICAL/LINE IN socket 3.
IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ 4 IM-DR580H " Recording from a portable CD player, etc. Connecting to an optical output socket Optical digital cable (option:AD-M2DC) To OPTICAL OUT (round) socket Connecting to an analogue output socket 3-pole plug 3-pole plug Recording To the OPTICAL/LINE IN 3.
IM-DR580H Recording from a Stereo System, etc. Recording -Recording from a Stereo System, etc.- Before Recording: ! 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 " Manual recording 1 2 3 4 Connect external equipment to the OPTICAL/LINE IN socket on the multi-link station (pages 19 - 21).
IM-DR580H Press the PAUSE button on the stereo system to enter the playback pause mode. Here you can search for the track to record. Press the button. To interrupt recording ! The record indicator lights up. 9 Begin playback on the external equipment, the output will be recorded. Press the button. ! To resume recording, press the button again. ! The track number will be increased by one each time the recording is interrupted.
Recording -Recording from a Stereo System, etc.- IM-DR580H Recording from a Stereo System, etc. (continued) Notes: ! When recording, it is recommended to use the AC adaptor and also install the battery. Should the power failure occur, the power source will be automatically switched to the battery. ! Changing the volume level whilst recording does not affect the recording. ! You cannot adjust the bass level whilst recording.
IM-DR580H 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. ! If a silence lasts for 3 seconds or more, recording will be paused (pause function does not work for approximately 10 seconds after the recording starts). When the unit receives sound again, recording automatically starts. ! A new track number is created when the recording resumes.
IM-DR580H Recording from a Microphone Connect a microphone to the main unit for recording. To the MIC IN socket Recording -Recording from a Microphone- Stereo microphone (commercially available) Notes: ! When recording from a microphone with the main unit on the multi-link station, do not connect anything to the OPTICAL/LINE IN socket. Noise may be picked up. ! When the recording level is high, MD mechanical operation sound may be recorded.
IM-DR580H " Indoor recording If the AC adaptor can be used, keep the main unit on the multi-link station for 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. 3 Make sure the direction of the plug and plug it in completely. Recording Connect a microphone before placing on the multi-link station.
IM-DR580H Recording from a Microphone (continued) " Manual recording Record indicator [Operate with the multi-link station or the remote control] ( ) indicates remote control operations. Recording -Recording from a Microphone- 1 2 3 4 Connect a plug-in microphone to the MIC IN socket on the main unit (page 26). Insert a recordable MiniDisc (page 12). To operate with the multi-link station, place the main unit on the multi-link station. (To use the remote control, connect it to the main unit.
IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ 5 IM-DR580H Press the button to start recording. The record indicator lights up. To interrupt recording Press the button whilst recording. To resume recording, press the button. The track number will be increased by one each time you interrupt recording. To stop recording Press the button. TOC information is recorded. Manual adjustment: In step 8, select "MANUAL" to adjust the recording level manually. This is useful at meetings or in conversations.
IM-DR580H Recording from a Microphone (continued) " Sound-actuated recording (Mic Synchronised recording) [Operate with the multi-link station or the remote control] ( ) indicates remote control operations. Recording -Recording from a Microphone- 1 2 3 4 Connect a plug-in microphone to the MIC IN socket on the main unit (page 26). Insert a recordable MiniDisc (page 12). To operate with the multi-link station, place the main unit on the multi-link station.
To stop recording Press the button. Synchro recording is deactivated. To use the last setting for synchro recording Press the REC button to pause recording and press the REC button for 2 seconds or more. Synchro recording starts. IM-DR580H " To prevent recorded MiniDiscs from being erased accidentally Slide the accidental erase prevention tab, located on the side of the MiniDisc, in the direction indicated by the arrow. The MiniDisc will then be protected against accidental erasure.
Recording -Notes for Recording/Advanced Recording- IM-DR580H Notes for Recording (continued) Advanced Recording ! About sampling rate converter ! Switching recording mode This portable MD incorporates a sampling rate converter so that it can record from digital radios or DAT tape recorders. 2 times and 4 times long recording Double or quadruple time of stereo recording is possible. ! Note for digital recording Monaural recording In monaural, you can record twice as long as stereo recording.
IM-DR580H Light up Press the MODE/-CHARGE (MODE) button repeatedly to select the desired recording mode. Each press of the button changes the mode. For an 80 minute MiniDisc. Indication Recording mode Flash Recording mode Recording time None Stereo MAX. 80 min. LP2 2 times long (MDLP MAX. 160 min. stereo) LP4 4 times long (MDLP MAX. 320 min. stereo) SP/MONO Monaural MAX. 160 min.
IM-DR580H Advanced Recording (continued) ! Creating track numbers automatically To change the numbering setting: 1. In analogue recording, tracks will be numbered as follows: Recording from a stereo system: Recording -Advanced Recording- By default, track numbers are created automatically after 1 second or more of silence ("MARK LEVEL-AUTO" is selected).
IM-DR580H Auto mark indicator on the remote control: 1 2 You can check the setting for auto track numbering. Select "MARK" by pressing the or button and press the ENTER/-USB ( ) button. Select the desired interval by pressing the or button and press the ENTER/-USB ( ) button. OFF TIME 10min TIME 5min TIME 3min No track numbers are created automatically. A new track number is created every 10 minutes. A new track number is created every 5 minutes.
IM-DR580H Advanced Recording (continued) ! Creating track numbers manually Recording -Advanced Recording- You can number tracks at the desired positions whilst recording from a stereo system or microphone. This is useful when the silence between tracks is too short for auto track numbering. Whilst recording, press the REC button at the point where you want to create track numbers. " The track number will be increased by one.
IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ 6 IM-DR580H ! Checking the remaining recording time ! About TOC [Operate with the multi-link station] Whilst recording or recording is paused, press the DISP/BASS button. 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. This system allows a quick search for the beginning of tracks and blank spaces for recording. Whilst recording or editing, the TOC indicator remains lit.
IM-DR580H Connecting Earphones or Speakers ! Listening through earphones L Playback -Connecting Earphones or Speakers- Left channel ! Listening through speakers with built-in amplifiers R Right channel L Left channel R Right channel 3-pole plug To the earphone socket 4-pole plug To the SP OUT socket Make sure the direction of the plug. To the /REMOTE socket Plug in the remote control unit completely.
Connecting to PC or Stereo System ! Playback/recording on PC IM-DR580H ! Playback/recording on stereo system To the LINE IN sockets PC with an audio socket White: to the left To the LINE IN socket R Red: to the right PC with a microphone input socket To the MIC socket To the AUDIO OUT socket 3-pole plug To the AUDIO OUT socket 3-pole plug Notes on recording on PC or stereo system " When recording with a stereo system, eliminate the confirmation sound (page 70).
IM-DR580H Basic Playback ! Listening through earphones R Right channel L Left channel Playback -Basic Playback- R L Right channel Left channel Wearing the Earphones (ear-fit type): 1 Hold the earphone and unfold the ear clip. 2 Hook the ear clip on your ear. 3 Fold the ear clip and adjust the earphone to fit your ear. 40 IM-DR580H(E) TINSE0568AWZZ 03/10/15 IM-DR580H(E)4.
IM-DR580H Insert a MiniDisc (page 12). Cancel the hold function if it is active (page 18). Start playback by pressing the button on the remote control. Track number Rotating Track name (*) ! After the last track is played, the main unit stops automatically. ! This can be operated by pressing the the main unit. 5 button on 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 Basic Playback (continued) " Listening through built-in amplifier speakers or a stereo system 4 Playback -Basic Playback- Example: Built-in amplifier speakers (The volume can also be adjusted on the speakers.) Start playback by pressing the multi-link station. button on the Rotating Track name (*) Track number Playing time ! When the last track has finished playing the unit will automatically stop. 5 1 2 3 Connect the multi-link station with other equipment (pages 38 - 39).
IM-DR580H Display in the stop mode: " Resume function When you stop and then restart playback without removing the disc, playback will resume from the point at which the disc was stopped. Total tracks Total playing time Lit The display switches after approx. 3 seconds.
IM-DR580H Advanced Playback Playback -Advanced Playback- " Track search [Operate with the remote control, main unit or multilink station] To locate the beginning of a track: During playback or whilst in the stop mode, press the or button. ! To skip a number of tracks at one time, press the or button repeatedly until the desired track number is shown. To fast forward or fast reverse audibly: During playback, hold down the or button. ! Normal playback will resume when the or button is released.
IM-DR580H " To adjust playback speed [Operate with the multi-link station] You can increase or decrease the playback speed. [Operate with the remote control] 1 1 During playback, hold down the MODE button for 2 seconds or more. 2 Within 10 seconds, select the speed by pressing the or button. Move " " to adjust the speed. 3 Fast 30% 20% 10% 5% 15% Normal 3 Press the MODE button to complete the setting. ! To return to normal speed, move " " to the normal position.
IM-DR580H Advanced Playback (continued) " Random play or repeat play Playback -Advanced Playback- You can enjoy a variety of playback styles by switching the playback mode. RND (Random playback) After all tracks are played back at random, playback stops automatically. RND (Random repeat playback) All tracks are played back at random repeatedly. (All tracks repeat playback) All tracks are played back repeatedly in order. 1 (1 track repeat play- The selected track is played back) back repeatedly.
IM-DR580H " Intro play You can listen to the beginning of each track for 9 seconds in the recorded order. [Operate with the remote control or the multi-link station] 2 In the stop mode, select "normal playback" or "all tracks repeat playback" for the playback mode (see page 46). Hold down the button for 2 seconds or more. The unit plays back the first 9 seconds of the track and advances to the next. 3 Press the button when you reach the track you wish to listen.
IM-DR580H Advanced Playback (continued) " My Entry Playback (favourite track playback) Playback -Advanced Playback- You can register up to 10 tracks per MiniDisc as favourite tracks which remain in memory even after removing the MiniDisc (up to 9 discs). To play a registered favourite track: [Operate with the remote control or the multi-link station] ( ) indicates operations on the multi-link station.
IM-DR580H To cancel all favourite tracks: [Operate with the multi-link station or the remote control] ( ) indicates operations on the remote control. 1. Insert a MiniDisc with "favourite tracks". 2. Whilst in the stop mode, press the MENU button. The unit enters the menu select mode. 3. Select "SETUP" by pressing the or button and press the ENTER/-USB ( ) button. 4. Select "MY DELETE" by pressing the or button and press the ENTER/-USB ( ) button.
IM-DR580H Advanced Playback (continued) " Checking Displays To check the total playing time and remaining recording time: [Operate with the remote control or the multi-link station] Whilst in the stop mode, press the DISP/-BASS button. Each time the button is pressed, the display will change as follows. Track number Playback -Advanced Playback- [On the remote control] Total playing time ( B ) TTL To check the playing time and track name of each track: [Operate with the remote control] 1.
IM-DR580H Disc name ( C ) (*1) Elapsed time of the current track Remaining time of the current track [On the multi-link station] Track name Track number Elapsed time of the current track Disc name ( C ) Remaining time of the current track Normal playback mode Group playback mode Favourite track playback mode Total number of tracks Total number of tracks in the group Total number of favourite tracks registered (*2) Total playing time Total playing Total playing time of the group time of favo
IM-DR580H Group Recording and Group Playback Since this MD portable recorder adopts the 4 times long recording mode, you can record many tracks on one MD (supporting MDLP). -Group Recording and Group Playback- Group Recording / Group Playback ! Group recording When the group mode is selected for recording, tracks are played by the group, starting with the first track of the group. When using group recording and group playback You can record tracks by the group of artists or albums, etc.
Using a group-recorded MD, you can play back tracks by the desired group (albums, artists, etc.). ! Playback of group-recorded MD Example of group recording: The following table describes random play, repeat play and favourite track playback in the group mode (when "GR" lights). RND (Random playback) Tracks are played back at random within a group and playback stops automatically after all tracks are ended.
IM-DR580H Recording by Group 1 Connect a microphone or equipment for recording (pages 19 - 21 and 26). 2 Insert a MiniDisc and place the main unit on the multilink station (pages 12 - 13). To operate with the remote control, connect it to the main unit (page 27). [Operate with the multi-link station or the remote control] ( ) indicates operations on the remote control. -Recording by Group- Group Recording / Group Playback Preparation: 1 Press the REC button.
6 7 Press the or button repeatedly to select a group to add tracks to. NEW GROUP (NEW-Gr): To create a new group. GR01, GR02, GR03...: To add tracks to an existing group. (If the group name has been recorded, the name will be displayed instead of "GR01".) Non GROUP (Non-Gr): To record tracks as non-group. " On the remote control, only "NEW-Gr" or "Non-Gr" can be selected. " Setting for group recording will not be changed until a new setting is entered.
IM-DR580H Listening to Group-recorded MD [Operate with the remote control or the multi-link station] ( ) indicates operations on the multi-link station. 1 -Listening to Group-recorded MD- Group Recording / Group Playback Using a group-recorded MD, you can play back tracks by the desired group (albums, artists, etc.). Insert a MiniDisc. group-recorded " The group mode is activated automatically. " "GR" lights up. 2 Press the button.
Display in the stop mode 3 Select "GROUP" by pressing the or button and press the (ENTER/-USB) button. Total tracks in group Total playing time The display switches after approx. 3 seconds. Group information (*1) Group name (*2) 4 Select "GROUPoff" by pressing the or button and press the (ENTER/-USB) button.
IM-DR580H Titling a MiniDisc [Operate with the multi-link station or the remote control] ( ) indicates remote control operations. ! Creating a disc name 1 2 3 -Titling a MiniDisc- Editing a Recorded MiniDisc " 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. 4 5 Insert a recorded MiniDisc and cancel the group mode (page 57). Press the MENU button.
7 Select a character by pressing the or button and press the ENTER/-USB ( ) button. Repeat steps 5 - 6 to enter other characters. After entering all characters, hold down the ENTER/-USB ( ) button for 2 seconds or more. The disc name will be created. ! Characters (symbols) A B C D E F G H I S T U V W X Y Z . e J K L M N O P Q R , / a b c d f g h s t u v w x y z . , / 1 ) 2 3 4 + , 6 7 .
Titling a MiniDisc (continued) ! Creating a group name ! Creating a track name 1 1 2 3 -Titling a MiniDisc- Editing a Recorded MiniDisc IM-DR580H 4 5 6 7 Insert a group-recorded MiniDisc. Whilst in the stop mode, choose the group to be named (page 56). 2 When "GR" lights up, press the MENU button. The unit enters the menu select mode. 3 Select "NAME" by pressing the or button and press the ENTER/-USB ( ) button. When "GROUP NAME (GrNAME)" appears, press the ENTER/-USB ( ) button.
! Stamping titles from another MiniDisc 1 Before stamping 2 3 4 Set the unit to character input mode. Disc name : page 58, steps 1 - 4 Group name : page 60, steps 1 - 5 Track name : page 60, steps 1 - 4 Press the VOL. - or VOL. + button to select the character you want to erase. Press the MODE/-CHARGE (MODE) button. Hold down the ENTER/-USB ( onds or more.
Titling a MiniDisc (continued) Master MiniDisc operation Operation of the MiniDisc for stamping [Operate with the remote control] For stamping, leave the main unit off the multi-link station as you need to eject and load MiniDiscs. Use the remote control for the operation. 7 1 2 -Titling a MiniDisc- Editing a Recorded MiniDisc IM-DR580H 3 4 5 6 Insert a master MiniDisc. Do not mistake the master MiniDisc for the target one. Whilst in the stop mode, press the MENU button.
Editing Tracks ! To erase one track at a time You can erase all tracks at once. [Operate with the multi-link station] You can erase one track at a time. [Operate with the multi-link station] 1 1 2 Whilst in the stop mode, hold down the ERASE button for 2 seconds or more. To cancel the operation, press the button. Press the ENTER/-USB button. All of the tracks will be erased. Caution: Once a track has been erased, it cannot be recovered. Check the track number before erasing it.
IM-DR580H Editing Tracks (continued) Two adjacent tracks can be combined. [Operate with the multi-link station or the remote control] ( ) indicates remote control operations. 1 2 -Editing Tracks- Editing a Recorded MiniDisc ! To combine tracks 3 4 5 Whilst in the stop mode, select the latter of the two tracks to be combined by pressing the or button. Press the MENU button. The unit enters the menu select mode. Select "EDIT" by pressing the or button and press the ENTER/-USB ( ) button.
! To move a track You can divide a track into 2 tracks. [Operate with the multi-link station or the remote control] ( ) indicates remote control operations. You can move a track to the desired position. [Operate with the multi-link station or the remote control] ( ) indicates remote control operations. 1 2 3 4 5 During playback, press the button at the point where you wish to divide the track. Playback will be paused. Press the MENU button. The unit enters the menu select mode.
Editing Groups ! Moving a track to another group ! Creating a group before recording On a group-recorded MD, you can move a track to a different group. (Group change) [Operate with the multi-link station] You can create a group in advance and record tracks in it. (Group reserve) [Operate with the multi-link station] 1 1 2 2 3 -Editing Groups- Editing a Recorded MiniDisc IM-DR580H 4 5 6 7 Insert a group-recorded MiniDisc.
IM-DR580H 1 Insert a group-recorded MiniDisc. ! Moving non-group tracks to after grouprecorded tracks If non-group tracks are found in the middle of a grouprecorded MD, they can be moved to after group-recorded tracks. (Group arrange) [Operate with the multi-link station] 1 2 3 4 5 Whilst in the stop mode, select the group to be moved (page 56). When "GR" lights up, press the MENU button. The unit enters the menu select mode.
Editing Groups (continued) ! Erasing a group ! Erasing group information On a group-recorded MD, you can erase all tracks in a group at once. (Group erase) [Operate with the multi-link station] You can erase the entire group information of a grouprecorded MD. By erasing the group information of a MD, it will be a non-group MD. (Group cancel) [Operate with the multi-link station] 1 2 3 -Editing Groups- Editing a Recorded MiniDisc IM-DR580H 68 4 5 6 Insert a group-recorded MiniDisc.
Setting the Alarm You will hear the alarm sound through earphones at a specified time. Select from 1 to 99 minutes. [Operate with the remote control] The alarm is cancelled when the main unit is placed on the multi-link station. IM-DR580H 4 Select the time by pressing or button and press the button. You can set the time from 1 to 99 minutes. When the set time comes: The alarm beeps repeatedly for one minute from the earphones. 1 2 3 During playback or whilst in the stop mode, press the MENU button.
IM-DR580H Changing Default Settings [Operate with the multi-link station] 1 2 Useful Features -Changing Default Settings- 3 4 5 Insert a MiniDisc. Whilst in the stop mode, press the MENU button. The unit enters the menu select mode. Select "SETUP" by pressing the or button and press the ENTER/-USB button. Select the menu by pressing the or button and press the ENTER/-USB button. Select the item by pressing the or button and press the ENTER/-USB button.
IM-DR580H 3 4 5 Insert a MiniDisc. Whilst in the stop mode, press the MENU button. The unit enters the menu select mode. Select "SETUP" by pressing the or button and press the button. Select the menu by pressing the or button and press the button. Select the item by pressing the or button and press the button.
Useful Features -Changing Default Settings- IM-DR580H Changing Default Settings (continued) ! Beep sound ! Group playback mode You can eliminate the confirmation sound that beeps when you press a button. Tracks are played in the recorded order regardless of the group. ! Auto play ! Line monitor/Optical monitor You can make the unit not play automatically when you insert a playback-only MiniDisc or an accidental erasure protected MiniDisc.
Selecting Menu IM-DR580H How to select Menu Example: To set 10 minutes for auto mark (on the multilink station) with a microphone connected. 1 Press the MENU button. Press the MENU button to enter the menu select mode. Item name is displayed in the first line and menu settings in the second line. Select a setting option by pressing or button and press the ENTER/-USB ( ) button. An option is set and "[ ]" mark will be indicated at both ends.
IM-DR580H About Net MD " What is a Net MD portable recorder? Net MD -About Net MD- The USB is adopted to ensure high compatibility of PCs and MDs. Audio data saved on the hard disk of a PC can be transferred to a Net MD-compatible recorder using the provided software "BeatJam". Not only the basic operations but also the title editing of audio data on an MD can be performed via the PC.
IM-DR580H " Restrictions on check-in and check-out By using the provided software "BeatJam", you can transfer audio data from the hard disk of the PC to IMDR580H, the Net MD-support MD portable recorder. ! 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. However, if the track is returned to the PC once by using the check-in function, you can check out the same track again.
IM-DR580H System Requirements Net MD -System Requirements- See the table below for the system requirements, especially free space and memory. OS Windows XP Home Edition*1/ Professional*1 Windows Millennium Edition Windows 98 Second Edition CPU Pentium 300 MHz or higher (MMX Pentium 233 MHz minimum) MMX Pentium 233 MHz or higher MMX Pentium 233 MHz or (MMX Pentium 200 MHz minihigher (MMX Pentium 200 MHz mum) minimum) Memory 128 MB or more (64 MB minimum) 64 MB or more Others ! Display...
Software Installation " Installation of BeatJam Plugin and USB driver required for transferring music files are also installed along with BeatJam. (Example: Windows XP English version) 1 Insert BeatJam CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. IM-DR580H 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. * User name in Administrator or Administrators group under Windows 2000. Click "BeatJam Setup". Setup starts.
IM-DR580H Connecting to a PC Connect your PC and the multi-link station with the supplied USB connection cable. (Insert a MiniDisc and place the main unit on the multi-link station.) Net MD -Connecting to a PC- PC To the USB port 2 MD portable recorder To the wall socket Muiti-link station To the DC IN 3V socket 1 AC 110 - 240V, 50/60 Hz To the USB socket Note: Connect the main unit to the PC with the USB connection cable, and place on the multi-link station.
IM-DR580H " Checking the USB driver Net MD Whilst the MD portable recorder is connected to the computer, after clicking "Control Panel" "System", select the "Hardware" tab and click "Device Manager" to check the following device name. ! Universal Serial Bus controllers Net MD -Connecting to a PC- Caution: ! The operation is not guaranteed if 2 or more USB devices are connected to your PC. ! Insert the USB connection cable directly into the USB port on the PC.
IM-DR580H Transferring Data ! Checking out ! Checking in Check-out is to transfer tracks to OpenMG compatible players. You can check out recorded tracks with BeatJam up to 3 times. Check-in means to return the tracks from external devices to the PC. You can check-in tracks only to the source PC. Net MD -Transferring Data- 1 2 3 Connect the multi-link station to the PC. Insert a MiniDisc in the main unit and place on the multilink station. Press the ENTER/-USB button for 2 seconds or more. "...USB...
MiniDisc System Limitations IM-DR580H The unit may have the following symptoms whilst recording or editing. The unit is not out of order. "DISC FULL" or "TOC FULL" appears even though the MiniDisc still has recording time left. More than the limited number of tracks (255) cannot be recorded regardless of the recording time. If the MiniDisc is recorded or edited repeatedly or it has scratches (recording skips scratched parts), you may not be able to record the maximum number of tracks described above.
IM-DR580H Troubleshooting 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. References -Troubleshooting- The unit does not turn on.
Maintenance When this product is subjected to strong external interference (mechanical shock, excessive static electricity, abnormal supply voltage due to lightning, etc.) or if it is operated incorrectly, it may malfunction. Should a failure occur, the lid may not open by sliding the OPEN lever. If such a problem occurs, do the following: 1. Unplug the AC adaptor from the wall socket. 2. Remove the battery. 3. Leave the unit completely unpowered for approximately 30 seconds. 4.
IM-DR580H Error Messages References -Error Messages- ERROR MESSAGES MEANING ERROR MESSAGES MEANING BATT EMPTY (LoBATT) " The battery has run down. Can't READ (*) " The disc data cannot be read because the disc is damaged. (Can't S) BLANK MD (BLANK) " Nothing is recorded. BUSY " A track is being moved. Can't REC (Can't R) " Recording cannot be performed correctly due to vibration or shock. Can't COPY " You tried to record from a copy prohibited MiniDisc.
IM-DR580H MEANING TEMP OVER (TEMP!) " The temperature is too high. TOC FORM (**) " There is an error in the recorded signal. TOC FULL (T-FULL) " There is no space left for recording character information (track names, disc names, etc.). Tr. Protect (Tr. PROTECT) " The track has been protected from being erased. ? DISC " A disc which contains data other than music was played. (Turn off the power, and wait a while.) (Erase all of the tracks, and then record again.
IM-DR580H Specifications As a part of our policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves the right to make design and specification changes 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.
IM-DR580H Battery life: When using one, commercially available, high capacity, "AA" size (LR6), alkaline battery with the rechargeable battery (fully charged) Continuous play: Approx. 27 hours Continuous play: Approx. 48 hours Continuous play: Approx. 80 hours 2 times long Continuous recording: Approx. 12 hours Continuous recording: Approx. 15 hours Continuous recording: Approx. 30.5 hours Continuous play: Approx. 36 hours Continuous play: Approx. 67 hours Continuous play: Approx.
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