Onkyo CD Player MD 105TX User Manual

English  
MiniDisc Recorder  
MD-105TX  
Instruction Manual  
AMCS  
PUSH TO ENTER  
MINIDISC RECORDER  
(
)
STANDBY/ON  
CD  
DUBBING  
REC  
STANDBY  
INPUT  
DISPLAY EDIT/ NO  
YES  
REC MODE  
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MD 105TX  
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Important Safeguards  
10. Power Sources – The appliance should be  
1. Read Instructions – All the safety and  
operating instructions should be read before  
the appliance is operated.  
connected to a power supply only of the type  
described in the operating instructions or as  
marked on the appliance.  
2. Retain Instructions – The safety and  
operating instructions should be retained for  
future reference.  
11. Polarization – If the appliance is provided with a  
polarized plug having one blade wider than the  
other, please read the following information:  
The polarization of the plug is a safety feature.  
The polarized plug will only fit the outlet one  
way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet,  
try reversing it. If there is still trouble, the user  
should seek the services of a qualified electrician.  
Under no circumstances should the user attempt  
to defeat the polarization of the plug.  
3. Heed Warnings – All warnings on the  
appliance and in the operating instructions  
should be adhered to.  
4. Follow Instructions – All operating and use  
instructions should be followed.  
5. Water and Moisture – The appliance should  
not be used near water – for example, near a  
bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, laundry tub,  
in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool,  
and the like.  
12. Power-Cord Protection – Power-supply  
cords should be routed so that they are not  
likely to be walked on or pinched by items  
placed upon or against them, especially near  
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point  
where they exit from the appliance.  
6. Carts and Stands – The appliance should be  
used only with a cart or stand that is  
recommended by the manufacturer.  
6A. An appliance and cart  
13. Cleaning – The appliance should be cleaned  
PORTABLE CART WARNING  
combination should be  
moved with care. Quick  
stops, excessive force, and  
uneven surfaces may cause  
the appliance and cart  
only as recommended by the manufacturer.  
14. Nonuse Periods – The power cord of the  
appliance should be unplugged from the outlet  
when left unused for a long period of time.  
15. Object and Liquid Entry – Care should be taken  
so that objects do not fall and liquids are not spilled  
into the enclosure through openings.  
S3125A  
combination to overturn.  
7. Wall or Ceiling Mounting – The appliance  
should be mounted to a wall or ceiling only  
as recommended by the manufacturer.  
16. Damage Requiring Service – The appliance  
should be serviced by qualified service  
personnel when:  
8. Ventilation – The appliance should be  
situated so that its location or position does  
not interfere with its proper ventilation. For  
example, the appliance should not be situated  
on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface that  
may block the ventilation openings; or if  
placed in a built-in installation, such as a  
bookcase or cabinet that may impede the flow  
of air through the ventilation openings, there  
should be free space of at least 5 cm (2 in.)  
and an opening behind the appliance.  
A. The power-supply cord or the plug has  
been damaged; or  
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been  
spilled into the appliance; or  
C. The appliance has been exposed to rain; or  
D. The appliance does not appear to operate  
normally or exhibits a marked change in  
performance; or  
E. The appliance has been dropped, or the  
enclosure damaged.  
9. Heat – The appliance should be situated away  
from heat sources such as radiators, heat  
registers, stoves, or other appliances (including  
amplifiers) that produce heat.  
17. Servicing – The user should not attempt to  
service the appliance beyond that described in  
the operating instructions. All other servicing  
should be referred to qualified service personnel.  
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Precautions  
1. Warranty Claim  
If placed next to a TV or tuner, it may cause recep-  
tion interference resulting in some noise in the TV  
or tuner output.  
You can find the serial number on the rear panel  
of this unit. In case of warranty claim, please re-  
port this number.  
6. Care  
2. Recording Copyright  
From time to time you should wipe the front and  
rear panels and the cabinet with a soft cloth. For  
heavier dirt, dampen a soft cloth in a weak solu-  
tion of mild detergent and water, wring it out dry,  
and wipe off the dirt. Following this, dry immedi-  
ately with a clean cloth.  
Recording of copyrighted material for other than  
personal use is illegal without permission of the  
copyright holder.  
3. Power  
WARNING  
Do not use rough material, thinners, alcohol or  
other chemical solvents or cloths since these could  
damage the finish or remove the panel lettering.  
BEFORE PLUGGING IN THE UNIT FOR THE FIRST  
TIME, READ THE FOLLOWING SECTION CARE-  
FULLY.  
7. Points to remember  
The voltage of the available power supply differs  
according to country or region. Be sure that the  
power supply voltage of the area where this unit  
will be used meets the required voltage (e.g., AC  
230 V, 50 Hz or AC 120 V, 60 Hz) written on the  
rear panel.  
Turning off the standby button does not shut off  
the power completely. So the power cord should  
be removed from the AC outlet when the unit is  
not used for a prolonged time.  
If this unit is brought from a cold environment to  
a warm one or is in a cold room that is quickly  
heated, condensation may form on the pickup,  
preventing proper operation. In this case, remove  
the disc and leave the power ON for about one  
hour to remove the condensation.  
When transporting this unit, be careful not to  
bump it.  
DANGER:  
4. Do not touch this unit with wet hands  
Do not handle this unit or power cord when your  
hands are wet or damp. If water or any other liq-  
uid enters the case, take this unit to an authorized  
service center for inspection.  
INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AND  
INTERLOCK FAILED OR DEFEATED. AVOID DIRECT  
EXPOSURE TO BEAM.  
CAUTION:  
THIS PRODUCT UTILIZES A LASER. USE OF CON-  
TROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF  
PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED  
HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION  
EXPOSURE.  
5. Location of this unit  
Place this unit in a well-ventilated location.  
Take special care to provide plenty of ventilation  
on all sides of this unit especially when it is placed  
in an audio rack. If ventilation is blocked, this unit  
may overheat and malfunction.  
Do not expose this unit to direct sunlight or heat-  
ing units as this units internal temperature may  
rise and shorten the life of the pickup.  
Avoid damp and dusty places and places directly  
affected by vibrations from the speakers. In par-  
ticular, avoid placing the unit on or above one of  
the speakers.  
Be sure this unit is placed in a horizontal position.  
Never place it on its side or on a slanted surface as  
it may malfunction.  
Do not place near tuners or TV sets.  
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Precautions(continued)  
For U.S. model  
• Increase the separation between the  
equipment and receiver.  
The laser is covered by a housing which prevents  
exposure during operation or maintenance. How-  
ever, this product is classified as a Laser Product  
by CDRH (Center for Devices and Radiological  
Health) which is a department of the Food and  
Drug Administration. According to their regula-  
tions 21 CFR section 1002.30, all manufactures  
who sell Laser Products must maintain records of  
written communications between the manufac-  
turer, dealers and customers concerning radiation  
safety. If you have any complaints about instruc-  
tions or explanations affecting the use of this prod-  
uct, please feel free to write to the address on the  
back page of this manual. When you write us,  
please include the model number and serial num-  
ber of your unit.  
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a  
circuit different from that to which the  
receiver is connected.  
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV  
technician for help.  
In compliance with Federal Regulations, the certi-  
fication, identification and the period of manu-  
facture are indicated on the rear panel.  
FCC INFORMATION FOR USER  
CAUTION:  
The user changes or modifications not expressly  
approved by the party responsible for compliance  
could void the users authority to operate the  
equipment.  
NOTE:  
This equipment has been tested and found to com-  
ply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pur-  
suant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are  
designed to provide reasonable protection against  
harmful interference in a residential installation.  
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate  
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and  
used in accordance with the instructions, may  
cause harmful interference to radio communica-  
tions. However, there is no guarantee that inter-  
ference will not occur in a particular installation. If  
this equipment does cause harmful interference  
to radio or television reception, which can be de-  
termined by turning the equipment off and on,  
the user is encouraged to try to correct the inter-  
ference by one or more of the following measures:  
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
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Precautions(continued)  
For Canadian model  
For British model  
Replacement and mounting of an AC plug on the  
power supply cord of this unit should be performed  
only by qualified service personnel.  
NOTE:  
THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES  
WITH CANADIAN ICES-003.  
IMPORTANT  
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accor-  
dance with the following code:  
For models having a power cord with a polarized  
plug:  
CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,  
MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT,  
FULLY INSERT.  
Blue  
: Neutral  
Brown : Live  
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of  
this apparatus may not correspond with the  
coloured markings identifying the terminals in your  
plug, proceed as follows:  
Modele pour les Canadien  
REMARQUE:  
CET APPAREIL NUMÉRIQUE DE LA CLASSE B EST  
CONFORME À LA NORME NMB-003 DU CANADA.  
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected  
to the terminal which is marked with the letter N  
or coloured black.  
The wire which is coloured brown must be con-  
nected to the terminal which is marked with the  
letter L or coloured red.  
Sur les modèles dont la fiche est polarisée:  
ATTENTION: POUR ÉVITER LES CHOCS  
ÉLECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS  
LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE  
CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER  
JUSQU’AU FOND.  
IMPORTANT  
A 5 ampere fuse is fitted in this plug. Should the  
fuse need to be replaced, please ensure that the  
replacement fuse has a rating of 5 amperes and  
that it is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362. Check  
for the ASTA mark or the BSI mark on the body of  
the fuse.  
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR  
THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME, THEN THE  
FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT  
OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY. THERE IS A DAN-  
GER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT  
OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO ANY 13 AMPERE  
SOCKET.  
For European model  
This unit contains a semiconductor laser system  
and is classified as a “CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT”.  
So, to use this model properly, read this Instruc-  
tion Manual carefully. In case of any trouble, please  
contact the store where you purchased the unit.  
To prevent being exposed to the laser beam, do  
not try to open the enclosure.  
“CLASS 1 LASER  
PRODUCT”  
If in any doubt, please consult a qualified electri-  
cian.  
This label on the left hand panel states that:  
1. This unit is a CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT and em-  
ploys a laser inside the cabinet.  
2. To prevent the laser from being exposed, do not  
remove the cover. Refer servicing to qualified  
personnel.  
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Table of contents  
Before using  
Supplied accessories ....................................................................... below  
Using the remote controller ................................................................... 8  
Connections  
Connecting to the Onkyo Separate Collection series components .......... 9  
Connecting to the other components .................................................. 10  
Operations  
Normal play ......................................................................................... 13  
Random play ....................................................................................... 17  
Repeat play.......................................................................................... 18  
Memory play ....................................................................................... 19  
Auto Space function ............................................................................ 20  
CD-dubbing (System operation) ........................................................... 21  
Recording ............................................................................................ 24  
Signal Synchro recording...................................................................... 30  
System operation ................................................................................. 31  
Other information for recording ........................................................... 34  
Editing the contents of an MD ............................................................. 35  
Naming a track or disc ......................................................................... 40  
Other Information  
Message list ......................................................................................... 43  
System limitations ................................................................................ 44  
Rules for digital recording .................................................................... 45  
Troubleshooting ................................................................................... 46  
Precautions for handling the MiniDisc (MD) ......................................... 48  
Indexed to parts and controls............................................................... 49  
Specifications....................................................................................... 52  
Supplied accessories  
Check that the following accessories are supplied with this unit.  
remote control cable x1 • Audio connection cable x2 • Optical fiber cable x1  
• Remote controller x1  
RC-409MD  
• Dry batteries UM-3 x2  
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Using the remote controller  
Inserting the remote controller  
batteries  
Using the remote controller  
Point the remote controller toward the remote  
control sensor.  
1
Remove the battery compart-  
ment cover by opening it as  
shown in the illustration.  
With the supplied remote controller  
MD-105TX  
(RC-409MD)  
About 5m  
(16 feet)  
Remote  
control sensor  
30°  
30°  
Control range  
RC-409MD  
Remote controller RC-456S  
When you use the remote controller RC-456S  
supplied with the amplifier A-905TX/R-805TX,  
operate the remote controller by pointing it  
towards the amplifier‘s remote sensor.  
2
Insert two AA (R6 or UM-3)-size  
batteries into the battery com-  
partment.  
Carefully follow the polarity diagram  
(positive(+) and negative (–) symbols) inside  
the battery compartment.  
Be sure to make the  
connection securely. If  
the connection is incomplete, you will be unable  
to use the remote controller to operate the unit.  
MD-105TX  
A-905TX /  
R-805TX  
Remote  
control sensor  
30°  
About 5m  
(16 feet)  
30°  
3
Replace the compartment cover.  
RC-456S  
Control range  
Notes  
• Locate the unit away from strong light, such  
as direct sunlight or inverted flourescent light,  
which can prevent proper operation of the  
remote contoroller.  
• Using another remote controller of the same  
type in the same room or using the unit near  
equipment that uses infrared rays may cause  
operational interference.  
• Do not put any object (such as a book) on the  
remote controller. The buttons of the remote  
controller may be pressed accidentally and  
drain the batteries.  
• Make sure the audio rack doors do not have  
colored or tinted glass. Placing the unit behind  
such doors may prevent proper remote  
controller operation.  
Notes  
• Do not mix new batteries with old batteries or  
different kinds of batteries.  
To avoid corrosion, remove the batteries if the  
remote controller is not to be used for a long  
period of time.  
• Remove dead batteries immediately to avoid  
damage from corrosion. If the remote  
controller doesn't operate smoothly, replace  
both batteries at the same time.  
• The life of the batteries supplied is about six  
months, but will vary depending on usage.  
• If there is any obstacle between the remote  
controller and the remote control sensor, the  
remote controller will not operate.  
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Connections  
Connecting to the Onkyo Separate Collection series components  
This section introduces you to the other Separate Collection Series system components and their  
convenient system functions. Connection instructions follow.  
The following Separate Collection series components are commercially available:  
T-405TX ........... Stereo Tuner  
• A-905TX .......... Integrated Stereo Amplifier  
• K-505TX .......... Stereo Cassette Tape Deck  
• C-705TX .......... Compact Disc (CD) Player (not available in U.S.A and Canada)  
• C-707CHX ....... Compact Disc (CD) Changer (only available in U.S.A. and Canada)  
• R-805TX .......... FM Stereo/AM Tuner Amplifier  
• CDR-205TX ..... Audio CD Recorder  
Note that the available components may vary according to the area.  
Using the unit in conjunction with the above system components enables you to operate the  
following convenient functions.  
• Auto Power On  
You can turn on the power to the amplifier by pressing the STANDBY/ON button on one of the  
system components. (The amplifier's POWER switch must be set to ON.)  
– When the amplifier's POWER switch is set to ON, you can turn on the power to all the system  
components simultaneously by pressing the STANDBY/ON button on the amplifier.  
Afterwards, you can turn off the power to the individual components that are not in use.  
Note: If an R-805TX has been connected to the system and the R-805TXs energy save function  
has been enabled, pressing the STANDBY/ON button of the MD-105TX will not turn on the  
power to the MD-105TX. You need to press the STANDBY/ON button on the R-805TX. (Refer to  
the instruction manual for the R-805TX for more information.)  
• Direct Change  
Pressing the  
button of the MD-105TX automatically selects the “MD” input source on the  
A-905TX before the MD-105TX starts playing.  
• Remote control of the System Components  
You can control the operation of this MD recorder using the A-905TX/R-805TX's remote controller.  
• Program Timer  
You can record the desired broadcasting programs or play your favorite MD at a specified time  
using the T-405TX/R-805TXs built-in timer. (Refer to the T-405TX/R-805TX instruction manual for  
more information.)  
• Sleep Timer  
You can fall asleep to a music/radio program with the timer. (Refer to the T-405TX/R-805TX  
instruction manual for more information.)  
• CD-dubbing  
You can start recording from a CD player to your MD-105TX by pressing the CD DUBBING button.  
• CD-synchro Recording  
When this function is enabled, you can immediately start recording to the MD by pressing the  
button on the CD player. (Refer to page 31 for more information.)  
• Cassette-synchro Recording  
When this function is enabled, you can start recording to the MD by pressing the button on the  
cassette deck. (Refer to page 32 for more information.)  
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Connecting to the other components  
Before connecting  
• Do not connect the unit's AC power cord to a wall outlet until you have completed all the other  
connections.  
• On each pair of connectors, a red connector (marked R) corresponds to the right channel, and a  
white connector (marked L) to the left channel. Connect the white plugs of audio connection  
cables to L connectors; connect the red plugs of audio connection cables to R connectors.  
Audio connection  
cable  
To L connector  
To R connector  
(White)  
(Red)  
(White)  
(Red)  
To L connector  
To R connector  
Improper connection  
Insert completely  
• Insert the plug securely. If the connection is incomplete, noise or malfunction may result.  
• When you use a digital audio optical cable, do not bend it sharply or coil it tightly.  
• Bundling an audio connection cable with the power cord or speaker cord may degrade the sound  
quality.  
To use the unit with the other Onkyo Separate Collection series components, follow the  
connection diagram in the A-905TX/R-805TX instruction manual to connect the unit to the  
system.  
Note:  
The 230-240 V model is shown in the following illustrations.  
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Connecting to the other components (continued)  
• This unit uses heat-sensitive parts. Do not place this unit on the Amplifier or Receiver.  
Connections  
US and foreign patents licensed  
from Dolby Laboratories.  
ANALOG  
INPUT OUTPUT  
REMOTE  
CONTROL  
(
)
(
)
REC  
PLAY  
DIGITAL INPUT  
OPTICAL  
L
L
1
2
R
R
Audio  
connection  
cable  
AC OUTLET  
AC 230-240V  
UNSWITCHED  
50Hz  
100W MAX  
.
To wall outlet  
3
cable  
Optical fiber  
cable  
2
L
R
L
R
1
OUT  
IN  
OUT  
CD player,  
DAT deck, etc.  
Amplifier  
Terminal protection caps are attached to the  
DIGITAL INPUT terminals. Remove the cap for the  
terminal you wish to use when connecting the  
MD-105TX to digital equipment. Replace the  
caps if you are not using the DIGITAL INPUT  
terminals.  
1 Connecting to the Amplifier  
Connect the MD-105TX to the MD (or TAPE)  
jacks of your amplifier.  
2 Connecting to the Digital Input  
Terminals (DIGITAL INPUT 1, 2)  
3 Connection to AC outlet  
You can perform digital recording on the MD-  
105TX if a CD (Compact Disc) player or DAT  
(UNSWITCHED)  
(Digital Audio Tape) deck equipped with a digital The power cord of another unit can be connected  
(OPTICAL) output terminal is available. For digital to this outlet.  
recording, you need to connect the equipment  
Note  
to either DIGITAL INPUT 1 or 2 terminal using  
The shape, number, and total capacity of the AC  
the supplied optical cable.  
outlets may differ depending on the area in which  
the unit is purchased.  
230-240 V, 50 Hz model: Capacity is 100 W in total.  
120 V, 60 Hz model: Capacity is 120 W in total.  
These terminals can also  
be used for connecting an  
amplifier that is equipped  
with a digital output  
terminal.  
US and foreign patents licensed  
from Dolby Laboratories.  
ANALOG  
INPUT OUTPUT  
(REC) (PLAY)  
REMOTE  
CONTROL  
DIGITAL INPUT  
OPTICAL  
L
L
1
2
R
R
Note  
AC OUTLET  
AC 230-240V  
UNSWITCHE
50Hz  
100W MAX  
.
• If you use DIGITAL INPUT 2 to connect an  
amplifier, you will be unable to utilize the full  
capabilities of the MD-105TX.  
• If you attempt to perform digital recording using  
a digital input terminal that is not connected,  
“D.In Unlock” will appear.  
230-240V, 50Hz models  
120V, 60Hz models  
Capacity is  
100 watts.  
Capacity is  
120 watts.  
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Connecting to the other components (continued)  
Connecting the AC power cord  
(mains lead)  
Connecting the (  
) controller  
If you are using other ONKYO components  
equipped with connectors, you can control  
these components using the amplifier's remote  
controller.  
Insert the AC power cord into a wall  
outlet. The STANDBY indicator lights.  
Before connecting  
• The amplifier must be connected to the  
system hookups for  
• Each component has two  
control operation.  
connectors.  
There is no difference between these  
connectors.  
• The components may be connected in any  
order.  
STANDBY/ON  
STANDBY  
• Remote control operation is not possible if  
only the  
connected to the  
the audio connection cables correctly.  
The illustration below is an hookup  
example. With these hookups, you can operate  
the CD Synchro Recording (see “CD/MD synchro  
recording” on page 9).  
remote control cable is  
To use the unit with the other Onkyo Separate  
Collection series components, follow the  
connection diagram in the A-905TX/R-805TX  
instruction manual to connect the unit to the  
system.  
• If you press the EJECT button while the unit is  
in STANDBY mode, the power will turn on and  
the display will light up automatically.  
connectors. Connect  
Tuner  
Amplifier  
MD-105TX  
cable  
CD player  
Note  
An  
remote control cable equipped with a  
1/8 in. (3.5mm) diameter miniature two-conductor  
phone plug is included with this unit and with  
every tuner and cassette deck that bears the  
mark.  
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Operations  
Normal play  
RC-409MD  
RC-456S  
(supplied with  
A-905TX/  
R-805TX)  
(supplied)  
STANDBY/ ON  
CLOCK  
GRAPHIC EQ  
EFFECT MODE  
SLEEP  
POWER  
EJECT  
POWER  
EJECT  
STANDBY/  
ON  
PRESET  
TUNER INPUT  
AMCS  
(PUSH TO ENTER)  
FM  
AM  
MINIDISC RECORDER  
TAPE  
PLAY MODE  
CONTINUE RANDOM MEMORY  
PAUSE/STEP  
DVD  
A
B
C
D
E
1
F
2
3
4
I
5
J
REPEAT SCROLL  
M
D
G
H
6
7
L
8
9
10  
O
PLAY MODE CLEAR  
REC  
K
M
N
STANDBY/ON  
CD  
REPEAT RANDOM  
C
D
11  
P
12  
Q
13  
R
14  
S
15  
T
DUBBING  
REC  
18  
W
19  
X
20  
Y
MEMORY CLEAR  
REPEAT PLAY MODE  
16  
U
17  
V
DISC  
REC  
CDR  
STANDBY  
INPUT  
21  
Z
22  
23  
24  
.
25  
,
DISPLAY EDIT/ NO  
YES  
REPEAT  
A-B  
A.SPACE M.SCAN  
REC MODE  
TONE  
CLEAR  
>25  
/
REC  
?
!
(
)
CLEAR  
MUTING  
TIMER  
1
4
2
5
8
3
6
9
ENTER  
NAME  
-
MD 105TX  
SCROLL DISPLAY  
UP/DOWN  
ENTER  
7
VOLUME  
ACOUSTIC  
PRESENCE  
--/---  
10  
/0  
REMOTE CONTROLLER RC-456S  
REMOTE CONTROLLER RC-409MD  
1
2
Press the STANDBY/ON button.  
(or the POWER button on the  
remote controller)  
3
Press the  
button on the remote  
controller).  
button (or the  
The STANDBY indicator goes out.  
The first track of the disc starts playing.  
Remote controller  
(RC-409MD) (RC-456S)  
STANDBY/ON  
STANDBY/ ON  
POWER  
STANDBY  
TRACK  
Play indicator  
Playing track number  
The current  
playing time  
Stopping play  
Press the button (or the button on the  
remote controller ).  
Insert an MD.  
The MD recorder reads TOC (Table Of  
Contents) information on the MD to  
display the total number of tracks and  
Remote controller  
total playing time.  
AMCS  
(PUSH TO ENTER)  
MINIDISC RECORDER  
STANDBY/ON  
CD  
DUBBING  
REC  
Stopping play temporarily  
STANDBY  
INPUT  
DISPLAY  
EDIT/ NO  
MD  
YES  
REC MODE  
Press the  
button (or the button on the  
-
105TX  
remote controller ). The Pause indicator lights up.  
Insert an MD with the label  
side up, in the direction of  
the arrow.  
Remote controller  
To resume play, press the  
button (or the  
button on the remote controller).  
The total number  
of tracks  
Current track  
number  
Ejecting the MD  
Press the button (or the EJECT button on the  
• When an MD recorded with a disc  
name is inserted, the disc name is  
displayed. If the disc name is too long  
and you cannot view the entire name,  
press the SCROLL button on your  
remote controller to shift the display.  
remote controller).  
The MD is ejected and  
“Eject” is  
Remote controller  
EJECT  
shown on  
the display.  
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Normal play (continued)  
RC-409MD  
RC-456S  
(supplied with  
A-905TX/  
R-805TX)  
(supplied)  
AMCS  
(PUSH TO ENTER)  
MINIDISC RECORDER  
STANDBY/ ON  
GRAPHIC EQ  
CLOCK  
SLEEP  
EFFECT  
MODE  
POWER  
EJECT  
PRESET  
TUNER INPUT  
FM  
AM  
TAPE  
PLAY MODE  
CONTINUE RANDOM MEMORY  
PAUSE/STEP  
DVD  
A
B
C
D
E
STANDBY/ON  
CD  
1
F
2
3
4
I
5
J
REPEAT SCROLL  
M
D
DUBBING  
REC  
G
H
SCROLL  
CLEAR  
6
7
L
8
9
10  
O
PLAY MODE CLEAR  
REC  
K
M
N
13  
R
14  
S
15  
T
REPEAT RANDOM  
C
D
11  
P
12  
Q
STANDBY  
INPUT  
DISPLAY EDIT/ NO  
YES  
REC MODE  
16  
U
17  
V
18  
W
19  
X
20  
Y
MEMORY CLEAR  
REPEAT PLAY MODE  
DISC  
REC  
CDR  
21  
Z
22  
23  
24  
.
25  
,
REPEAT  
A-B  
A.SPACE M.SCAN  
TONE  
CLEAR  
>25  
-
MD 105TX  
/
REC  
?
!
(
)
CLEAR  
MUTING  
TIMER  
1
4
2
5
8
3
6
9
CLEAR  
ENTER  
NAME  
SCROLL DISPLAY  
UP/DOWN  
ENTER  
SCROLL  
7
VOLUME  
ACOUSTIC  
PRESENCE  
--/---  
10  
/0  
DISPLAY  
DISPLAY  
REMOTE CONTROLLER RC-456S  
REMOTE CONTROLLER RC-409MD  
Changing the display mode  
When an MD is playing or pausing  
Pressing the DISPLAY button changes the display  
in the following sequence:  
When the MD recorder is stopped  
Pressing the DISPLAY button changes the display  
in the following sequence:  
Remote controller  
Remote controller  
DISPLAY  
DISPLAY  
DISPLAY  
DISPLAY  
Total number of tracks on the MD and its  
total playing time  
Playing track number and elapsed playing  
time  
TRACK  
SP  
L
SP  
L
-
LEVEL SYNC  
-
LEVEL SYNC  
40  
20  
10  
4
2
0
40  
20  
10  
4
2
0
R
DIGITAL IN  
1
R
DIGITAL IN  
1
Time remaining for recording on the MD (Not  
displayed if it is a premastered MD)  
Playing track number and remaining playing  
time  
DISC  
TRACK  
SP  
L
SP  
L
-
LEVEL SYNC  
-
LEVEL SYNC  
40  
20  
10  
4
2
0
40  
20  
10  
4
2
0
R
DIGITAL IN  
1
R
DIGITAL IN  
1
Track name (Track number with “No Name”  
when not set)  
Disc name (“No Name” when not set)  
NAME  
DISC  
NAME  
TRACK  
SP  
L
SP  
L
-
LEVEL SYNC  
-
LEVEL SYNC  
40  
20  
10  
4
2
0
40  
20  
10  
4
2
0
R
DIGITAL IN  
1
R
DIGITAL IN  
1
If the track name is too long to display  
You can scroll the track name by pressing the SCROLL button on the remote controller.  
Press the SCROLL button when the track name is scrolling to stop the scrolling of the track name; press the  
SCROLL button again to resume the scrolling of the track name.  
To exit the display scroll mode, press the CLEAR button on the remote controller.  
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RC-409MD (supplied)  
RC-456S (supplied with  
AMCS  
A-905TX/  
STANDBY/ ON  
CLOCK  
GRAPHIC EQ  
EFFECT MODE  
SLEEP  
POWER  
EJECT  
R-805TX)  
AMCS  
(PUSH TO ENTER)  
PRESET  
TUNER INPUT  
MINIDISC RECORDER  
FM  
AM  
TAPE  
PLAY MODE  
CONTINUE RANDOM MEMORY  
PAUSE/STEP  
DVD  
A
B
C
D
E
1
F
2
3
4
I
5
J
REPEAT SCROLL  
M
D
G
H
STANDBY/ON  
8
9
10  
O
PLAY MODE CLEAR  
REC  
CD  
DUBBING  
6
7
L
REC  
K
M
N
REPEAT RANDOM  
C
D
11  
P
12  
Q
13  
R
14  
S
15  
T
,
16  
U
17  
V
18  
W
19  
X
20  
Y
MEMORY CLEAR  
REPEAT PLAY MODE  
Number  
button  
STANDBY  
INPUT  
DISC  
REC  
DISPLAY EDIT/ NO  
YES  
CDR  
21  
Z
22  
23  
24  
.
25  
,
REC MODE  
REPEAT  
A-B  
A.SPACE M.SCAN  
TONE  
CLEAR  
>25  
/
REC  
?
!
(
)
CLEAR  
MUTING  
TIMER  
1
4
2
5
8
3
6
9
-
MD 105TX  
ENTER  
NAME  
Number  
button  
SCROLL DISPLAY  
UP/DOWN  
ENTER  
,
7
VOLUME  
ACOUSTIC  
PRESENCE  
--/---  
10  
/0  
REMOTE CONTROLLER RC-456  
S
Selecting the track to play using  
the number buttons  
Changing the playing track using  
the AMCS  
Press the number button on the remote  
controller to select the track you want to play.  
During play, you can change the track that is  
playing by turning the AMCS knob (or by  
pressing the  
controller).  
or  
buttons on the remote  
(RC-409MD)  
(RC-456S)  
1
F
2
3
4
5
J
G
H
I
1
4
2
5
8
3
6
9
8
9
6
7
L
10  
O
If the MD recorder is stopped, turn the AMCS  
knob to select the track number you wish to  
play, and press that knob (with the remote  
controller, use the  
the track, then press the  
K
M
N
13  
R
14  
S
11  
P
12  
Q
15  
T
7
18  
W
19  
X
16  
U
17  
V
20  
Y
--/---  
10  
/0  
23  
24  
.
21  
Z
22  
25  
,
or  
button to select  
button.)  
>
25  
AMCS  
PUSH TO ENTER  
(
)
TRACK  
Remote controller  
To select a track numbered 26 or above  
using RC-409MD  
Press the [>25] button first. Set a value for the  
10th place and then the 1st place using the  
number buttons in this order. (Enter “0” by  
pressing the [10] button.)  
To play the next track or a later track  
Turn the AMCS knob clockwise (or press the  
button on the remote controller several  
times) until the desired track is located.  
Ex. To select the 30th track:  
To start play again from the beginning of  
the track that is currently playing or to play  
the previous track or an earlier track  
[>25] + [3] + [10]  
To select the 100th track:  
[>25] + [>25] + [1] + [10] + [10]  
Turn the AMCS knob counterclockwise (or press  
To select a track numbered 11 or above  
using RC-456S  
the  
button on the remote controller several  
times) until the desired track is located.  
Press the [--/---] button first. Set a value for the  
10th place and then the 1st place using the  
number buttons in the following order. (Enter  
“0” by pressing the [10/0] button.)  
Ex. To select the 30th track:  
In Memory play mode (see page 19), turning the  
AMCS knob (or pressing the  
or  
button)  
selects the track in the stored sequence.  
[--/---] + [3] + [10/0]  
To select the 100th track:  
[--/---] + [--/---] + [1] + [10/0] + [10/0]  
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RC-409MD  
(supplied)  
POWER  
EJECT  
AMCS  
MINIDISC RECORDER  
(PUSH TO ENTER)  
PLAY MODE  
CONTINUE RANDOM MEMORY  
A
B
C
D
E
1
F
2
3
4
I
5
J
,
G
H
STANDBY/ON  
CD  
6
7
L
8
9
10  
O
DUBBING  
REC  
K
M
N
11  
P
12  
Q
13  
R
14  
S
15  
T
16  
U
17  
V
18  
W
19  
X
20  
Y
STANDBY  
INPUT  
DISPLAY EDIT/ NO  
YES  
23  
24  
.
25  
,
REC MODE  
21  
Z
22  
REPEAT  
A-B  
A.SPACE M.SCAN  
>25  
/
REC  
?
!
(
)
CLEAR  
-
M.SCAN  
MD 105TX  
ENTER  
NAME  
SCROLL DISPLAY  
,
REMOTE CONTROLLER RC-409MD  
Music Scan  
Searching for a part to play  
(Search play)  
The following operation is possible only when  
using the supplied remote controller (RC-409MD).  
Searching for a part to play by sound (at  
play)  
Pressing the M.SCAN button plays the beginning  
(eight seconds) of each track on the disc in  
sequence whether the MD recorder is either  
playing or stopped.  
During play, hold down the  
or  
button  
and release it when the part you want to hear is  
playing.  
• The “M.SCAN” indicator lights up.  
You can press the  
or M.SCAN button on  
the remote controller when the beginning of  
the desired track is playing to start playing  
from that track.  
Searching for a part to play by using  
displayed time (at pause, high-speed  
search)  
M.SCAN  
When playing is temporarily stopped (paused),  
keep pressing the  
or  
button and  
TRACK  
M.SCAN  
release it when the playing time of the part you  
want to hear is displayed.  
• Press the  
button (or the  
button on  
the remote controller) to start playing from  
that part.  
• “Over” in the display indicates that the end of  
the last track has been reached.  
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Random play  
(supplied  
with  
A-905TX/  
R-805TX)  
RC-456S  
RC-409MD  
(supplied)  
STANDBY/ ON  
CLOCK  
GRAPHIC EQ  
EFFECT MODE  
SLEEP  
AMCS  
POWER  
EJECT  
MINIDISC RECORDER  
(PUSH TO ENTER)  
PRESET  
TUNER INPUT  
FM  
AM  
CONTINUE  
RANDOM  
TAPE  
PLAY MODE  
CONTINUE RANDOM MEMORY  
PAUSE/STEP  
DVD  
A
B
C
D
E
REPEAT SCROLL  
M
C
D
D
1
F
2
3
4
I
5
J
STANDBY/ON  
CD  
G
H
PLAY MODE CLEAR  
REC  
DUBBING  
REC  
6
7
L
8
9
10  
O
K
M
N
REPEAT RANDOM  
11  
P
12  
Q
13  
R
14  
S
15  
T
PLAY  
MODE  
MEMORY CLEAR  
REPEAT PLAY MODE  
STANDBY  
INPUT  
16  
U
17  
V
18  
W
19  
X
20  
Y
DISC  
REC  
DISPLAY EDIT/ NO  
YES  
REC MODE  
CDR  
21  
Z
22  
23  
24  
.
25  
,
REPEAT  
A-B  
A.SPACE M.SCAN  
TONE  
CLEAR  
>25  
/
REC  
?
!
(
)
CLEAR  
MUTING  
-
MD 105TX  
TIMER  
1
4
2
5
8
3
6
9
ENTER  
NAME  
SCROLL DISPLAY  
UP/DOWN  
ENTER  
7
VOLUME  
ACOUSTIC  
PRESENCE  
--/---  
10  
/0  
REMOTE CONTROLLER RC-456S  
The following operation is possible only when using either of the following remote controllers:  
RC-409MD (supplied)  
RC-456S (supplied with the A-905TX/R-805TX amplifier)  
2
Press the  
button on the remote  
controller).  
button (or the  
1
When the MD recorder is  
stopped, press the RANDOM  
button (RC-409MD).  
Remote controller  
With the RC-456S remote controller, press  
the PLAY MODE button until “RANDOM”  
appears on the display.  
(RC-409MD)  
RANDOM  
TRACK  
RANDOM  
RANDOM  
(RC-456S)  
PLAY MODE  
To exit the Random play mode  
When the MD recorder is stopped, press the  
RANDOM button or CONTINUE button (RC-  
409MD).  
With the RC-456S remote controller, press the  
PLAY MODE button until “RANDOM” or  
“MEMORY” disappears from the display.  
Note  
You can also use the Eject button or STANDBY/ON  
button to exit Random play mode.  
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Repeat play  
RC-409MD  
RC-456S  
(supplied)  
(supplied with  
A-905TX/R-805TX)  
STANDBY/ ON  
CLOCK  
GRAPHIC EQ  
EFFECT MODE  
SLEEP  
POWER  
EJECT  
PRESET  
TUNER INPUT  
FM  
AM  
TAPE  
PLAY MODE  
CONTINUE RANDOM MEMORY  
PAUSE/STEP  
DVD  
A
B
C
D
E
1
F
2
3
4
I
5
J
REPEAT SCROLL  
M
D
G
H
6
7
L
8
9
10  
O
PLAY MODE CLEAR  
REC  
REPEAT  
K
M
N
13  
R
14  
S
15  
T
REPEAT RANDOM  
C
D
11  
P
12  
Q
16  
U
17  
V
18  
W
19  
X
20  
Y
MEMORY CLEAR  
REPEAT PLAY MODE  
DISC  
REC  
CDR  
21  
Z
22  
23  
24  
.
25  
,
REPEAT  
A-B  
A.SPACE M.SCAN  
REPEAT  
A-B  
>25  
TONE  
CLEAR  
/
REC  
?
!
(
)
CLEAR  
MUTING  
TIMER  
1
4
2
5
8
3
6
9
ENTER  
NAME  
SCROLL DISPLAY  
UP/DOWN  
ENTER  
7
VOLUME  
ACOUSTIC  
PRESENCE  
--/---  
10  
/0  
REMOTE CONTROLLER RC-456S  
REMOTE CONTROLLER RC-409MD  
The following operation is possible using either  
of the following remote controllers:  
RC-409MD (supplied)  
The following operation is possible only when you  
use the supplied remote controller (RC-409MD).  
RC-456S (supplied with the A-905TX/R-805TX amplifier)  
Repeatedly playing a section of a  
track (A-B Repeat) (RC-409MD only)  
Repeatedly playing all tracks of an MD  
Press the REPEAT button on the remote  
controller just once.  
REPEAT  
1
While the track is playing, specify  
the beginning of the section you  
wish to repeat playing by  
pressing the A-B button on the  
remote controller (Point A).  
REPEAT  
A-B  
Repeatedly playing a single track  
When the desired track is playing, press the  
REPEAT button on the remote controller twice.  
REPEAT  
2
While the track is still playing,  
specify the end of the section by  
pressing the A-B button on the  
remote controller (Point B) a  
second time.  
REPEAT 1  
• If the REPEAT button is pressed during  
Memory play...  
Only the programmed tracks play repeatedly  
in the programmed order.  
• If the REPEAT button is pressed during  
Random play...  
Section A to B of the track will be repeated.  
A-B  
The contents of the entire MD play again  
repeatedly. The playing order changes each  
time a random play begins.  
To stop A-B Repeat  
• Press the A-B or REPEAT button when a  
section is in Repeat play.  
Note  
In Memory play or Random play, you cannot repeat  
the currently playing track (REPEAT 1).  
The A-B Repeat mode is now canceled.  
• Press the button when a section is in Repeat  
play.  
The A-B Repeat mode is canceled and play of  
the current track stops.  
To stop the Repeat play  
Press the REPEAT button once or twice until the  
“REPEAT” indicator disappears.  
Note  
Note  
A-B Repeat cannot be used when the unit is in  
Repeat (all-track or single-track), Memory, or  
Random play.  
You can also use the Eject button or STANDBY/ON  
button to stop the repeat of all tracks or a single track.  
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Memory play  
RC-456S  
RC-409MD  
(supplied)  
(supplied  
with  
AMCS  
STANDBY/ ON  
CLOCK  
GRAPHIC EQ  
EFFECT MODE  
SLEEP  
POWER  
EJECT  
A-905TX/  
R-805TX)  
PRESET  
TUNER INPUT  
FM  
AM  
TAPE  
MEMORY  
AMCS  
(PUSH TO ENTER)  
PLAY MODE  
CONTINUE RANDOM MEMORY  
MINIDISC RECORDER  
PAUSE/STEP  
DVD  
A
B
C
D
E
1
F
2
3
4
I
5
J
REPEAT SCROLL  
M
D
G
H
6
7
L
8
9
10  
O
PLAY MODE CLEAR  
REC  
K
M
N
11  
P
12  
Q
13  
R
14  
S
15  
T
REPEAT RANDOM  
C
D
STANDBY/ON  
CD  
DUBBING  
REC  
18  
W
19  
X
16  
U
17  
V
20  
Y
Number  
button  
MEMORY CLEAR  
REPEAT PLAY MODE  
DISC  
REC  
CDR  
21  
Z
22  
23  
24  
.
25  
,
REPEAT  
A-B  
A.SPACE M.SCAN  
PLAY  
STANDBY  
INPUT  
>25  
TONE  
CLEAR  
DISPLAY EDIT/ NO  
YES  
(
)
/
REC  
?
!
CLEAR  
REC MODE  
MUTING  
MODE  
TIMER  
1
4
2
5
8
3
6
9
ENTER  
NAME  
SCROLL DISPLAY  
UP/DOWN  
ENTER  
-
MD 105TX  
7
VOLUME  
Number  
button  
ACOUSTIC  
PRESENCE  
--/---  
10  
/0  
REMOTE CONTROLLER RC-456S  
REMOTE CONTROLLER RC-409MD  
• Using the Memory function, you can select your favorite tracks (up to 25 tracks) on an MD and  
arrange them in the desired order.  
Selecting a track using the remote  
controller  
1
When the MD recorder is  
stopped, press the MEMORY  
button (RC-409MD).  
(RC-409MD)  
(RC-456S)  
1
F
2
3
4
5
J
G
H
I
1
4
2
5
8
3
6
9
With the RC-456S remote controller, press  
the PLAY MODE button until “MEMORY”  
appears on the display.  
8
9
6
7
L
10  
O
K
M
N
13  
R
14  
S
11  
P
12  
Q
15  
T
7
18  
W
19  
X
16  
U
17  
V
20  
Y
--/---  
10  
/0  
(RC-456S)  
23  
24  
.
(RC-409MD)  
21  
Z
22  
25  
,
MEMORY  
PLAY MODE  
>
25  
MEMORY  
To select a track numbered 26 or above  
using the RC-409MD  
Press the [>25] button first. Set a value for the  
10th place and then the 1st place using the  
number buttons in the following order. (Enter  
“0” by pressing the [10] button.)  
Ex.  
To select the 30th track  
[>25] + [3] + [10]  
To select the 100th track  
2
Using the AMCS knob, select the  
tracks in the order you want to play.  
Turn the AMCS knob until the track number  
you want to store is displayed (the playing  
time of the track is displayed). Then, press  
the AMCS knob to store the track.  
AMCS  
PUSH TO ENTER  
AMCS  
PUSH TO ENTER  
(
)
(
)
[>25] + [>25] + [1] + [10] + [10]  
To select a track numbered 11 or above  
using the RC-456S  
Press the [--/---] button first. Set a value for the  
10th place and then the 1st place using the  
number buttons in this order. (Enter “0” by  
pressing the [10/0] button.)  
TRACK  
TRACK  
TRACK  
MEMORY  
Ex.  
MEMORY  
To select the 30th track:  
[--/---] + [3] + [10/0]  
To select the 100th track:  
[--/---] + [--/---] + [1] + [10/0] + [10/0]  
MEMORY  
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Memory play (continued) / Auto Space function  
RC-456S  
RC-409MD  
STANDBY/ ON  
CLOCK  
GRAPHIC EQ  
EFFECT MODE  
SLEEP  
POWER  
EJECT  
PRESET  
TUNER INPUT  
FM  
AM  
TAPE  
MEMORY  
AMCS  
(PUSH TO ENTER)  
PLAY MODE  
CONTINUE RANDOM MEMORY  
MINIDISC RECORDER  
PAUSE/STEP  
DVD  
A
B
C
D
E
1
F
2
3
4
I
5
J
REPEAT SCROLL  
M
D
G
H
CONTINUE  
6
7
L
8
9
10  
O
PLAY MODE CLEAR  
REC  
K
M
N
11  
P
12  
Q
13  
R
14  
S
15  
T
REPEAT RANDOM  
C
D
STANDBY/ON  
CD  
CLEAR  
PLAY  
MODE  
DUBBING  
REC  
18  
W
19  
X
16  
U
17  
V
20  
Y
MEMORY CLEAR  
REPEAT PLAY MODE  
A.SPACE  
CLEAR  
DISC  
REC  
CDR  
21  
Z
22  
23  
24  
.
25  
,
REPEAT  
A-B  
A.SPACE M.SCAN  
STANDBY  
INPUT  
>25  
TONE  
CLEAR  
DISPLAY EDIT/ NO  
YES  
(
)
/
REC  
?
!
CLEAR  
REC MODE  
MUTING  
TIMER  
1
4
2
5
8
3
6
9
ENTER  
NAME  
SCROLL DISPLAY  
UP/DOWN  
ENTER  
-
MD 105TX  
7
VOLUME  
ACOUSTIC  
PRESENCE  
--/---  
10  
/0  
REMOTE CONTROLLER RC-456  
S
REMOTE CONTROLLER RC-409MD  
Note  
Using the Auto Space function  
(RC-409MD only)  
If the total playing time of the programmed tracks  
exceeds 512 minutes, “---m--s” will be displayed.  
It is possible to play back the MD with a silent  
interval of approximately 3 seconds between  
tracks.  
3
Press the  
button on the remote controller)  
to start Memory play.  
button (or the  
Turning on the Auto Space function  
Press the A.SPACE button while the MD-105TX  
is playing, stopped, or paused.  
When all stored tracks have been played,  
the MD recorder stops, retaining the  
stored tracks in memory.  
The A.SPACE indicator lights up.  
Remote controller  
Note:  
• If the Auto Space function is turned on, the  
display indicates “Auto Space” for three  
seconds during the interval between tracks.  
(RC-409MD)  
TRACK  
A.SPECE  
MEMORY  
A.SPACE  
To exit Memory play mode  
When the MD recorder is stopped, press the  
CONTINUE button on the remote controller (RC-  
409MD).  
A.SPACE  
With the RC-456S remote controller, press the  
PLAY MODE button until “MEMORY”  
disappears from the display.  
Cancelling the Auto Space function  
Press the A.SPACE button again to cancel the  
function. The A.SPACE indicator turns off and  
the function is cancelled.  
You can also use the Eject button or STANDBY/  
ON button to cancel the Auto Space function.  
Clearing the last track stored  
Press the CLEAR or button on the remote  
controller.  
The last track in memory is cleared.  
Checking the stored contents  
To check the tracks stored in memory, press the  
/
button when the MD recorder is  
stopped.  
Note  
You can also use the Eject button or STANDBY/ON  
button to exit Memory Play mode.  
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CD-dubbing (System operation)  
CD-dubbing (System operation)  
1
2
Load the CD in the CD player.  
See the C-705TX CD player instruction  
manual for information on loading CDs.  
Setting the CD dubbing mode  
The MD-105TX provides two CD dubbing modes:  
Album dubbing and Fade Out dubbing. These  
modes are applied only to CD dubbing, but not to  
other operations, such as signal synchro recording.  
Album dubbing: If the end of the recordable  
area on the disc is reached before the track  
ends, the track will be discarded. If only one  
track is being dubbed, the track will not be  
discarded even if it was not recorded to the end.  
Fade Out dubbing: If the end of the recordable  
area on the disc is reached before the track ends,  
the last portion of the recorded track will fade out.  
Load a recordable MD in the MD-  
105TX.  
AMCS  
(PUSH TO ENTER)  
MINIDISC RECORDER  
STANDBY/ON  
CD  
DUBBING  
REC  
STANDBY  
INPUT  
DISPLAY  
EDIT/ NO  
MD  
YES  
REC MODE  
-
105TX  
Insert an MD with the label  
side up, in the direction of  
the arrow.  
The CD dubbing mode setting is possible only  
when the MD recorder is stopped.  
Number of recorded  
tracks on MD  
Total recorded time  
• When your MD-105TX is configured into a  
system with Onkyo Separate Collection series  
components (A-905TX and C-705TX), you can  
record via CD dubbing by pressing the CD  
DUBBING button on the MD-105TX.  
To perform CD dubbing, your CD player must  
be connected through an optical cable to the  
DIGTAL INPUT 1 terminal located on the rear  
panel of the MD recorder. (Refer to the A-  
905TX/R-805TX instruction manual for more  
information.)  
To check the time remaining for recording...  
When the MD recorder is stopped,  
pressing the DISPLAY button changes the  
display as follows.  
The number of tracks on MD and its total  
recorded time  
Remaining recording time on MD  
• For the normal recording procedure, see  
“Analog Recording” on page 24 or “Digital  
Recording” on page 27.  
Disc name (“No Name” when not set)  
To delete recorded data on the disc to make  
new recordings...  
First delete all data on the disc, then start  
recording. (See page 36.)  
Note  
CD-dubbing is not available with the A-905,  
C-705 and C-707CH.  
When “Protected” is shown in the display, it  
indicates that the record-protect tab of the MD  
is open. Before starting the recording procedure,  
close the tab. (See page 34.)  
(Continued on the next page)  
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CD-dubbing (System operation)  
AMCS  
(PUSH TO ENTER)  
MINIDISC RECORDER  
AMCS  
EDIT/NO  
DISPLAY  
STANDBY/ON  
CD  
DUBBING  
REC  
STANDBY  
DISPLAY EDIT/ NO  
YES  
INPUT  
REC MODE  
-
MD 105TX  
INPUT  
REC MODE  
Check the available recording time on the MD.  
If the display does not indicate the available  
recording time, press the DISPLAY button  
3
Select “Digital In 1.”  
Press the INPUT button repeatedly until  
“Digital In 1” appears.  
repeatedly.  
DISPLAY  
INPUT  
DIGITAL IN  
1
Note  
A disc recorded in LP2 or LP4 mode can be  
played only on MD players that support LP2 or  
LP4 mode. If you play such a disc on another  
MD player, “LP:” may appear on the display.  
Note  
CD-dubbing is not possible when “Analog In”  
or “Digital In 2” is shown on the display.  
5
Select a CD dubbing mode.  
4
Select a recording mode.  
5-1 Press the EDIT/NO button, then turn the  
AMCS knob until “CD Dub Mode?” appears.  
Press the REC MODE button to select the  
desired recording mode.  
AMCS  
PUSH TO ENTER  
(
)
EDIT/NO  
REC MODE  
MONO : Monaural recording mode. The  
available recording time is twice  
as much as that for “SP.”  
CD Dub Mode?  
5-2 Press the AMSC knob.  
SP :  
Normal stereo recording mode.  
The recording time is the same  
as the time length indicated on  
the CD.  
The current CD dubbing mode is shown.  
(“Fade Album?” indicates that you are  
switching from Fade out to Album CD  
dubbing mode.)  
LP2 :  
LP4 :  
Normal stereo recording time is  
compressed to half. The  
available recording time is twice  
that for “SP.”  
Normal stereo recording time is  
compressed to a quarter. The  
available recording time is four  
times that for “SP.”  
AMCS  
PUSH TO ENTER  
(
)
Fade Album?  
5-3 Press the AMSC knob.  
To cancel the CD dubbing mode setting,  
press the EDIT/NO button.  
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CD-dubbing (System operation)  
CD-DUBBING  
AMCS  
(PUSH TO ENTER)  
MINIDISC RECORDER  
STANDBY/ON  
CD  
DUBBING  
REC  
STANDBY  
INPUT  
DISPLAY EDIT/ NO  
YES  
REC MODE  
-
MD 105TX  
CD-dubbing with track specified  
6
Press the CD DUBBING button on  
the MD-105TX.  
When this MD recorder is configured into a  
system with the A-905TX/R-805TX and C-  
705TX, only one track with CD playing or  
pausing can be recorded by using the one-touch  
operation.  
CD  
DUBBING  
The CD player automatically searches for  
the disc's peak level, while the MD-105TX  
sets the optimum peak level and then  
enters recording standby mode. The MD-  
105TX starts digitally recording the whole  
disc as soon as the disc's first track starts  
playing. (DLA Link)  
1
Play a CD  
Play your desired track.  
C-705TX  
The recording stops automatically when  
the playback of all disc tracks is  
completed.  
To stop the recording...  
Press the button.  
2
Press the CD DUBBING button.  
Playing returns to the head of the current  
track. Only this track will be recorded  
(with DLA Link activated).  
Tip:  
You can check the currently-selected CD  
dubbing mode by pressing the CD  
DUBBING button during the dubbing  
operation.  
CD  
DUBBING  
When the track reaches the end, next track will  
start and the MD recorder will stop.  
DLA Link:Digital Rec Level Adjustment  
Note  
When the CD-dubbing mode is set to “Fade out,”  
if the entire track cannot be recorded, the track will  
fade out at the end. When Album CD dubbing is  
selected and only one track is to be recorded,  
recording will continue until the end of the track is  
reached. The track will not be discarded if the end  
of the MD is reached in the middle of recording.  
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Recording  
STANDBY/ON  
AMCS  
(PUSH TO ENTER)  
MINIDISC RECORDER  
STANDBY/ON  
CD  
DUBBING  
REC  
STANDBY  
INPUT  
DISPLAY EDIT/ NO  
YES  
REC MODE  
-
MD 105TX  
INPUT REC MODE  
To check the time remaining for  
recording  
Analog recording  
Recording analog data (data input via the  
connected audio pin cable)  
When the MD recorder is stopped, press the  
DISPLAY button. Each press of the DISPLAY  
button changes the display as follows:  
The number of tracks on MD and the total  
recorded time Remaining recording time on  
MD Disc name (“No Name” when not set)  
To record by erasing all of the existing  
tracks on a prerecorded MD  
1
2
Press the STANDBY/ON button.  
The STANDBY indicator goes out.  
STANDBY/ON  
Erase all the tracks before you start  
recording (see page 36).  
STANDBY  
Load a recordable MD.  
AMCS  
(PUSH TO ENTER)  
3
Press the INPUT button repeatedly  
until “Analog In” appears.  
MINIDISC RECORDER  
STANDBY/ON  
CD  
DUBBING  
REC  
STANDBY  
INPUT  
DISPLAY  
EDIT/ NO  
MD  
YES  
REC MODE  
INPUT  
-
105TX  
ANALOG IN  
Insert an MD with the label  
side up, in the direction of  
the arrow.  
Note  
• Make sure that the INPUT button and the  
REC button on the amplifier are set to an  
appropriate recording source.  
Number of recorded  
tracks on MD  
Total recorded time  
4
5
Select a recording mode.  
Refer to Step 4 on page 22 to select a  
recording mode.  
Note  
When “Protected” is shown in the display, it  
indicates that the record-protect tab of the  
MD is open. Before starting the recording  
procedure, close the tab. (See page 34.)  
REC MODE  
Play the recording source.  
If a CD player (such as the C-705TX) or a  
tape player (such as the K-505TX) has  
been connected to the system, start  
playing the CD or tape player.  
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Recording (continued)  
AMCS  
(PUSH TO ENTER)  
MINIDISC RECORDER  
AMCS  
STANDBY/ON  
CD  
DUBBING  
REC  
STANDBY  
INPUT  
DISPLAY EDIT/ NO  
YES  
REC MODE  
EDIT/NO  
-
MD 105TX  
REC MODE  
REC  
7-2 Turn the AMCS knob to adjust the  
recording level.  
Adjust the recording level such that the -4  
to -2 dB indicator lights when the input  
signal is largest. (Also refer to the current  
recording level readout displayed in dB.)  
6
7
Press the  
REC button.  
The MD recorder is now in recording  
standby mode.  
.
REC  
Tip:  
You can adjust the recording level in 5dB  
steps for the range between –60.0 dB and  
–30.0 dB, in 2.5 dB steps for the range  
between –30.0 dB and –12.5 dB, and in  
0.5dB steps for the range between –12.5dB  
and +18.0 dB.  
ANALOG IN  
Using the AMCS knob, adjust the  
recording level.  
Then, press the AMCS knob.  
AMCS  
(
)
PUSH TO ENTER  
Adjust the recording level.  
7-1 Press the EDIT/NO button, then turn  
the AMCS knob until “Rec Level?”  
appears.  
Adjust the level so the  
OVER indicator will  
not light up.  
Then, press the AMCS knob.  
AMCS  
PUSH TO ENTER  
EDIT/NO  
(
)
L
40  
20  
10  
4
2
0
OVER  
R
Adjust the level in the range between –4  
and –2 for the maximum signal level.  
AMCS  
PUSH TO ENTER  
(
)
L
R
AMCS  
PUSH TO ENTER  
(
)
When the recording level adjustment  
is completed, stop playing the source.  
(Continued on the next page)  
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Recording (continued)  
AMCS  
(PUSH TO ENTER)  
MINIDISC RECORDER  
STANDBY/ON  
CD  
DUBBING  
REC  
STANDBY  
INPUT  
DISPLAY EDIT/ NO  
YES  
REC MODE  
-
MD 105TX  
REC  
To manually record a track number  
While recording, press the REC button when  
you wish to mark a track number.  
If you wish to mark two or more track numbers  
sequentially, provide a sufficient interval  
between each press of the REC button. Too  
short an interval (about 4 seconds or less) may  
lead to a failure in marking track numbers.  
8
Press the  
start playing the recording  
source immediately.  
button and then  
The TOC indicator appears as recording  
starts.  
The MD recorder will automatically stop  
when recordable time on the disc expires.  
The tracks are automatically numbered.  
(Level Sync function)  
To stop recording temporarily...  
Press the  
remote controller). To resume recording, press  
the button (or press the button on the  
button (or the button on the  
remote controller).  
To stop recording...  
TRACK  
Press the STOP button.  
L
40  
20  
10  
4
2
0
TOC  
To eject the MD...  
R
Press the STOP button, then the EJECT  
button.  
Since the interval between tracks is  
detected based on the sound level, some  
tracks may not be numbered correctly in  
the following cases:  
• The recorded condition of the cassette  
tape is bad (noise between tracks).  
• There is a low sound level in quiet  
music.  
If the TOC indicator is lit steadily or flashing...  
The track number and other information is  
written in the MDs TOC (Table of Contents) area  
when the MD recorder ejects the disc, enters  
stand-by mode, or stops recording.  
Do not disconnect the power cable or move the  
unit under the following circumstances.  
Otherwise, the information will not be written  
correctly.  
• The interval between tracks is extremely  
short.  
• The tuner's reception is poor (noisy).  
• The TOC indicator is lit.  
To disable the Level Sync function, refer to  
“Using the Level Sync function” on page 29.  
The information to be written into the MDs  
TOC area is currently stored in the recorders  
memory.  
• The TOC indicator is flashing.  
The recorder is now writing the information in  
the MDs TOC area.  
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Recording (continued)  
STANDBY/ON  
AMCS  
(PUSH TO ENTER)  
MINIDISC RECORDER  
STANDBY/ON  
CD  
DUBBING  
REC  
STANDBY  
INPUT  
DISPLAY EDIT/ NO  
YES  
REC MODE  
-
MD 105TX  
INPUT REC MODE  
Digital recording  
3
Press the INPUT button  
repeatedly until “Digital In 1” or  
“Digital In 2” appears.  
In digital recording, an optical digital cable is  
used to input signals from the recording source.  
About digital recording  
Digital input source 1 or 2 is now selected.  
The MD-105TX is equipped with a sampling  
frequency converter, which enables you to  
record digital signals (PCM 32kHz and 48kHz)  
transmitted from external digital devices (DAT,  
satelite broadcast, etc.), as well as CDs (PCM  
44.1kHz).  
INPUT  
DIGITAL IN  
1
or  
1
Press the STANDBY/ON button.  
The STANDBY indicator goes out.  
DIGITAL IN  
2
STANDBY/ON  
Note  
Make sure the supplied optical cable is  
connected to the correct digital input  
terminal. If you attempt to perform digital  
recording using a digital input terminal  
that is not connected, “D.In Unlock” will  
appear.  
STANDBY  
2
Load a recordable MD.  
Refer to Step 2 on page 24.  
Use the DIGITAL INPUT 1 digital input  
terminal if you connect the C-705TX CD  
player to this MD recorder.  
4
5
Select a recording mode.  
Refer to Step 4 on page 22.  
Play the recording source.  
If the C-705TX CD player is connected to  
the system, start playing the CD player.  
(Continued on the next page)  
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Recording (continued)  
AMCS  
(PUSH TO ENTER)  
MINIDISC RECORDER  
AMCS  
STANDBY/ON  
CD  
DUBBING  
REC  
EDIT/NO  
STANDBY  
INPUT  
DISPLAY EDIT/ NO  
YES  
REC MODE  
-
MD 105TX  
REC  
To stop recording temporarily  
6
Press the  
REC button.  
Press the  
button (or the button on the  
remote control). To resume recording, press the  
button again (or press the  
the remote control).  
The MD recorder is now in recording  
standby mode.  
button on  
REC  
To stop recording  
Press the button.  
To eject the MD  
TRACK  
Press the button and then the EJECT button.  
Even with the Level Sync function turned off,  
recording digital data from a CD to an MD  
automatically numbers the tracks.  
DIGITAL IN 1  
If “D. In Unlock” appears  
The digital input source is not connected  
properly. Check the connection for the  
digital input source.  
• For track numbers to be marked  
automatically, the signature code included in  
the digital signal at the beginning and end of  
each track is necessary. Some equipment and  
broadcasts do not include this signal, and in  
such a case track numbers will not be marked  
automatically.  
7
8
Adjust the recording level.  
Refer to Step 7-1 and 7-2 on page 25.  
In this case, the tracks are not numbered  
automatically. Use the Level Sync function  
described on the next page.  
Press the  
start playing the recording  
source immediately.  
button and then  
If the TOC indicator is lit steadily or flashing...  
The track number and other information is  
written in the MDs TOC (Table of Contents) area  
when the MD recorder ejects the disc, enters  
stand-by mode, or stops recording.  
Do not disconnect the power cable or move the  
unit under the following circumstances. Otherwise,  
the information will not be written correctly.  
• The TOC indicator is lit.  
The TOC indicator appears as recording  
starts.  
The MD recorder stops recording  
automatically when the remaining space  
on the MD is insufficient to record the  
next track.  
The information to be written into the MDs  
TOC area is currently stored in the recorders  
memory.  
TRACK  
• The TOC indicator is flashing.  
The recorder is now writing the information in  
L
40  
20  
10  
4
2
0
TOC  
R
DIGITAL IN 1  
the MDs TOC area.  
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Recording (continued)  
Using the Level Sync function  
3
Press the AMCS knob.  
The Level Sync function enables you to  
automatically number the tracks by detecting  
the rise of the signal level at the beginning of  
each track. (The Level Sync function is turned on  
by the default setting.)  
The display indicates “Level Sync Off” and  
the tracks being recorded will not be  
numbered.  
To cancel this setting, press the EDIT/NO  
button.  
To disable the auto numbering (Level Sync)  
function...  
Follow the steps below during recording or  
stand-by mode:  
To enable the auto numbering (Level Sync)  
function...  
1
Press the EDIT/NO button, then  
turn the AMCS knob until “Level  
Sync?” appears.  
Follow the steps described above, except that  
“OFF ON” appears in Step 2 and “Level Sync  
On” appears in Step 3 when you press the  
AMCS knob. The tracks being recorded will be  
numbered automatically.  
AMCS  
EDIT/NO  
(
)
PUSH TO ENTER  
Using the Recording Auto Stop  
function...  
-
LEVEL SYNC  
The Recording Auto Stop function automatically  
stops recording about one minute after the  
recording source input (such as a midnight radio  
show) stops, as long as the Level Sync function is on.  
2
Press the AMCS knob.  
The display indicates the current setting.  
(In this example, “On OFF” appears,  
which means “Do you want to change  
from ‘ON’ to ‘OFF’?”)  
About one minute after signal stops  
TRACK  
L
-
LEVEL SYNC  
TOC  
R
AMCS  
PUSH TO ENTER  
(
)
Flashing  
TOC flashes, then recording stops.  
This function is useful if you do not wish to  
record after the source input stops. The function  
is disabled if the Level Sync function is off.  
Note  
If you are recording the tracks from a CD that  
has intervals greater than one minute, the  
Recording Auto Stop function automatically  
stops recording. To continue recording such a  
CD, turn the Level Sync off.  
This function is disabled during the CD dubbing  
operation.  
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Signal Synchro recording  
AMCS  
(PUSH TO ENTER)  
MINIDISC RECORDER  
STANDBY/ON  
CD  
DUBBING  
REC  
STANDBY  
INPUT  
DISPLAY EDIT/ NO  
YES  
REC MODE  
-
MD 105TX  
REC  
INPUT  
Even if your recording source is not Onkyo  
-compatible, you can perform synchronized recording.  
You can also make signal synchro recording from a connected CDR-205TX.  
1
Press the INPUT button  
repeatedly until “Digital In 1,”  
“Digital In 2,” or “Analog In”  
appears.  
3
Press the  
REC button.  
When the time indicator lights up on the  
display, press the REC button again.  
“Signal Rec” appears.  
You can perform signal synchro  
recording with both digital and analog  
recording sources.  
REC  
INPUT  
The recorder now waits for the input signal,  
and displays the “Signal Wait” message  
and the time indicator alternately.  
(“Digital In 1” is selected.)  
Note  
2
Select a recording mode.  
If no signal is input for approx .30 seconds,  
the MD recorder will enter recording  
standby mode.  
Refer to Step 4 on page 22.  
4
Recording starts.  
Recording starts as soon as the unit  
receives signals from the recording source  
while “Signal Wait” is displayed.  
(Recording source)  
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System operation  
AMCS  
(PUSH TO ENTER)  
MINIDISC RECORDER  
STANDBY/ON  
CD  
DUBBING  
REC  
STANDBY  
INPUT  
DISPLAY EDIT/ NO  
YES  
REC MODE  
-
MD 105TX  
REC  
CD-synchro recording  
3
Start playing the CD.  
When your MD recorder is configured into a  
system with Onkyo Separate Collection series  
components (A-905TX/R-805TX and C-705TX),  
the operation of the MD recorder can be  
synchronized with that of the CD player.  
Press the play button on the C-705TX  
after the time indicator lights up on the  
recorders display. Synchro Rec” appears  
and the recorder starts recording.  
To adjust the recording level, refer to Step  
7 on page 25.  
1
Set the MD recorder to recording  
standby mode.  
(C-705TX)  
REC  
• For information on setting the MD  
recorder to recording standby mode  
and the necessary preparatory steps,  
see “Analog recording” or “Digital  
recording.”  
When the CD stops playing, the MD  
recorder stops recording and enters the  
recording standby mode.  
To stop synchro recording, stop playing  
the CD. The MD recorder enters recording  
standby mode.  
For digital CD-synchro recording  
Connect the CD players (optical) digital  
output terminal to the MD-105TXs  
DIGITAL INPUT 1 terminal.  
To stop CD-synchro recording  
Press the button on the CD player. The MD  
recorder then enters recording standby mode.  
2
Select a recording mode.  
Note  
Refer to Step 4 on page 22.  
If you press the Pause button to restart playing  
the CD from pause mode, synchro recording is  
disabled. This is convenient when you wish to  
adjust the recording level.  
For analog recording, set the input selector of  
the A-905TX/R-805TX to the CD position and  
keep it placed in that position during recording.  
Changing the input selector setting causes the  
MD recorder to stop and enter recording  
standby mode.  
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System operation (continued)  
AMCS  
(PUSH TO ENTER)  
MINIDISC RECORDER  
STANDBY/ON  
CD  
DUBBING  
REC  
STANDBY  
INPUT  
DISPLAY EDIT/ NO  
YES  
REC MODE  
-
MD 105TX  
INPUT  
REC  
Synchro-recording from cassette  
deck or CD recorder to MD  
4
Start playing the cassette deck  
or CD recorder.  
When your MD-105TX is configured into a  
system with Onkyo Separate Collection series  
components (A-905TX/R-805TX, K-505TX and  
CDR-205TX), synchronized recording from the  
cassette deck to the MD recorder is possible.  
The MD recorder starts recording signals  
from the tape deck or CD recorder.  
If the recording level is not appropriate,  
refer to Step 7 on page 25 to adjust the  
level.  
(K-505TX)  
1
Press the INPUT button  
repeatedly until “Analog In”  
appears.  
INPUT  
(CDR-205TX)  
You cannot perform synchro recording  
with the “Digital In 1” or “Digital In 2”  
input sources.  
2
3
Select a recording mode.  
To stop synchro recording  
Press the button on the cassette deck or CD  
recorder. The MD recorder then enters recording  
standby mode.  
Refer to Step 4 on page 22.  
Set the MD recorder to the  
recording standby mode.  
• For information on setting the MD  
recorder to recording standby mode  
and the necessary preparatory steps,  
see “Analog recording” on page 24.  
REC  
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System operation (continued)  
AMCS  
(PUSH TO ENTER)  
MINIDISC RECORDER  
STANDBY/ON  
CD  
DUBBING  
REC  
STANDBY  
INPUT  
DISPLAY EDIT/ NO  
YES  
REC MODE  
-
MD 105TX  
INPUT  
Timer operation  
2
Press the INPUT button  
repeatedly until “Analog In”  
When your MD recorder is configured into a  
system with Onkyo Separate Collection series  
components (A-905TX and T-405TX), you can  
record the desired broadcasting programs or  
play your favorite MD at a specified time using  
the tuner's timer.  
appears.  
INPUT  
See the T-405TX/R-805TX instruction manual for  
information on using the Timer function.  
ANALOG IN  
1
Insert an MD.  
3
4
Select a recording mode.  
You can both play and record.  
Refer to Step 4 on page 22.  
AMCS  
MINIDISC RECORDER  
(PUSH TO ENTER)  
STANDBY/ON  
CD  
DUBBING  
REC  
STANDBY  
INPUT  
DISPLAY  
EDIT/ NO  
MD  
YES  
REC MODE  
Set the timer on your T-405TX/  
R-805TX.  
-
105TX  
Insert an MD with the label  
side up, in the direction of  
the arrow.  
Note  
Connect the AC power cord of your MD-  
105TX to an AC outlet. If you connect the  
power cord to the outlet on the rear of the A-  
905TX, do not turn off the main power  
(POWER switch) of the A-905TX.  
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Other information for recording  
Checking the contents of recording  
• Stop recording and press the  
button to play the tracks that were just recorded.  
To play from the beginning of the MD, stop recording, press the button again, then press the  
button or the button on the remote controller.  
Notes regarding power outage  
If you accidentally disconnect the power cord or an unexpected power outage occurs before you  
finish writing the recorded data to a disc (that is, while TOC is lit or flashing), the data recorded  
before the power outage will not be kept.  
Protecting recordings from accidental erasure  
You can protect your MDs from accidental recording by sliding the record-protect tab on the MDs to  
open the record-protect tab. To make the MDs recordable again, return the tab to the record-protect  
position.  
Record-protect tab  
Record-protect  
Recordable  
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Editing the contents of an MD  
AMCS  
(PUSH TO ENTER)  
MINIDISC RECORDER  
AMCS  
STANDBY/ON  
CD  
DUBBING  
REC  
STANDBY  
INPUT  
EDIT/NO  
DISPLAY EDIT/ NO  
YES  
REC MODE  
-
MD 105TX  
Erasing a track  
3
Press the AMCS knob.  
The selected track is erased. When the  
erasing is complete, “Complete” appears  
in the display.  
The following operation is possible when the  
unit is stopped or paused.  
1
Turn the AMCS knob until the  
track number you want to erase  
is displayed.  
AMCS  
PUSH TO ENTER  
(
)
AMCS  
PUSH TO ENTER  
(
)
TOC  
TRACK  
Lights when completed  
Deleting a track  
Track number indication  
1
2
3
4
2
Press the EDIT/NO button and  
turn the AMCS knob to select  
1
3
4
“Erase ?”  
AMCS  
PUSH TO ENTER  
(
)
EDIT/NO  
Updating the track numbers  
1
2
3
• When a track is erased, the tracks  
following that track are advanced. Each  
track is assigned a new number. For  
example, if you erase track 2, track 3  
will be renumbered as track 2; track 4  
will be renumbered as track 3, and so  
on.  
TRACK  
To stop erasing a track  
Press the EDIT/NO button until “Erase?”  
disappears, or press the button.  
Note  
While the TOC indicator is lit or flashing, do not  
move or unplug the MD recorder.  
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Editing the contents of an MD (continued)  
AMCS  
(PUSH TO ENTER)  
MINIDISC RECORDER  
AMCS  
STANDBY/ON  
CD  
DUBBING  
REC  
STANDBY  
INPUT  
EDIT/NO  
DISPLAY EDIT/ NO  
YES  
REC MODE  
-
MD 105TX  
To erase all tracks of an MD  
3
Press the AMCS knob.  
1 Press the button.  
The point at which the track is to be  
divided plays repeatedly, with “Rehearsal”  
and “Position OK?” alternately shown on  
the display.  
2 Press the EDIT/NO button and turn the AMCS  
knob to select “All Erase ?”  
To cancel, press the EDIT/NO button or press  
the button.  
AMCS  
PUSH TO ENTER  
3 Press the AMCS knob. “All Erase??” is  
(
)
displayed for confirmation.  
4 Press the AMCS knob again.  
When the erasing of all tracks on the MD is  
complete, “Complete” appears in the display.  
Note  
While the TOC indicator is lit or flashing, do not  
move or unplug the MD recorder.  
4
Fine-adjust the dividing point.  
To fine-adjust the dividing point...  
Turn the AMCS knob while listening to  
the part that contains the dividing point.  
You can adjust the point in the range of  
–45 to +45 in steps described below. (The  
step varies depending on the selected  
recording mode.)  
Dividing a track  
The following operation is possible when the  
playback is in progress or paused.  
1
2
Pause a track at the desired  
dividing point.  
Adjustment step  
SP: approx. 0.06 seconds  
MONO and LP2: approx. 0.12 seconds  
Press the EDIT/NO button and  
turn the AMCS knob to select  
LP4: approx. 0.25 seconds  
AMCS  
PUSH TO ENTER  
(
)
“Divide ?”  
AMCS  
PUSH TO ENTER  
(
)
EDIT/NO  
TRACK  
TRACK  
Dividing point  
To stop dividing a track  
Press the EDIT/NO button until “Divide?”  
disappears, or press the button.  
Play  
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Editing the contents of an MD (continued)  
Combining tracks  
5
Divide the track.  
(Combine function)  
Press the AMCS knob to divide the track.  
If a track with a name is divided into two  
parts, the former part takes over the name  
and the latter part is left without a name.  
When the dividing of the track is  
• The Combine function enables you to  
combine two adjacent tracks into one. You  
cannot, however, combine a digital track and  
an analog track. You cannot combine two  
tracks that were recorded in different  
recording modes, either. For example, you  
cannot combine a track recorded in MONO  
mode and a track recorded in LP2 mode.  
• This function is available while the recorder is  
stopped, paused, or playing.  
complete, “Complete” appears on the  
display.  
AMCS  
PUSH TO ENTER  
(
)
1
Turn the AMCS knob to select the  
number of a track to be combined  
TOC  
with the previous track.  
AMCS  
PUSH TO ENTER  
(
)
Lights when completed  
Dividing a track  
1
2
3
4
4
• The selected track will be combined  
with the previous track.  
1
3
• If both of the combined tracks have  
names, the previous tracks name will  
be used for the new track.  
Updating the track numbers  
• If only the previous track has a name,  
the name will be used for the new  
track.  
• If only the latter track has a name, the  
new track will not have a name.  
1
2
3
4
5
Tip:  
• The numbers of the tracks following the  
divided track will be increased by one.  
(For example, if you divide track 2 into  
two, the latter part of the track will  
become as track 3. Track 3 will be  
renumbered as Track 4, Track 4 will be  
renumbered as Track 5, and so on.)  
To erase parts of a track, first divide the  
track in parts, then erase the parts.  
(Refer to pages 52 and 53 for more  
information on erasing the tracks.)  
2
Press the EDIT/NO button and  
turn the AMCS knob to select  
“Combine ?”  
AMCS  
PUSH TO ENTER  
(
)
EDIT/NO  
TRACK  
Note:  
SP  
While the TOC indicator is lit or flashing, do not  
move or unplug the MD recorder.  
To cancel the Combine operation...  
Press the EDIT/NO button or the button.  
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Editing the contents of an MD (continued)  
AMCS  
(PUSH TO ENTER)  
MINIDISC RECORDER  
AMCS  
STANDBY/ON  
CD  
DUBBING  
REC  
STANDBY  
INPUT  
EDIT/NO  
DISPLAY EDIT/ NO  
YES  
REC MODE  
-
MD 105TX  
3
4
Press the AMCS knob.  
5
When the combining operation  
is completed, “Complete”  
appears on the display.  
The display indicates the numbers of two  
tracks to be combined.  
Tip:  
AMCS  
PUSH TO ENTER  
(
)
The numbers of the tracks following the  
combined tracks will be decreased by one.  
(For example, if you combine Track 2 and  
Track 3, Track 4 will be renumbered as  
AMCS  
PUSH TO ENTER  
(
)
TRACK  
SP  
Press the AMCS knob again.  
A short part (about eight seconds) that  
contains the combining point is played  
back repeatedly, with “Rehearsal” and  
“Track OK ?” alternately shown on the  
display.  
TOC  
Lights when completed  
Combining tracks  
AMCS  
PUSH TO ENTER  
1
2
3
4
5
5
(
)
1
4
Updating the track numbers  
Combining point  
1
2
3
4
Track 3, Track 5 will be renumbered as  
Track 4, and so on.)  
Play (for 8 seconds)  
Note:  
While the TOC indicator is lit or flashing, do not  
move or unplug the MD recorder.  
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Editing the contents of an MD (continued)  
Moving a track  
4
Press the AMCS knob to move  
the selected track.  
The following operation is possible when the unit is  
stopped or paused.  
When the moving of the track is  
complete, “Complete” appears in the  
display.  
1
Turn the AMCS knob until the  
track number you want to move  
is displayed.  
AMCS  
PUSH TO ENTER  
(
)
AMCS  
PUSH TO ENTER  
(
)
TOC  
Lights when completed  
Moving a track  
2
Press the EDIT/NO button and  
turn the AMCS knob to select  
“Move ?”  
AMCS  
PUSH TO ENTER  
1
2
3
4
5
5
(
)
EDIT/NO  
3
1
2
4
Updating the track numbers  
TRACK  
1
2
3
4
5
• When a track is moved, the track  
numbers are renumbered, based on the  
track number of the moved track, so  
that they are consecutive. For example,  
if you move track 3 to track 1, track 1  
will be renumbered as track 2; track 2  
will be renumbered as track 3, and so  
on.  
To stop moving a track  
Press the EDIT/NO button until “Move?”  
disappears, or press the button.  
3
Press the AMCS knob.  
The selected track number and a  
destination track number appear in the  
display.  
AMCS  
PUSH TO ENTER  
Note  
(
)
While the TOC indicator is lit or flashing, do not  
move or unplug the MD recorder.  
TRACK  
To specify the destination, turn the AMCS  
knob to select the desired number.  
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Naming a track or disc  
RC-409MD  
AMCS  
AMCS  
(PUSH TO ENTER)  
POWER  
EJECT  
MINIDISC RECORDER  
PLAY MODE  
CONTINUE RANDOM MEMORY  
A
B
C
D
E
1
F
2
3
4
I
5
J
G
H
,
STANDBY/ON  
CD  
6
7
L
8
9
10  
O
DUBBING  
REC  
K
M
N
11  
P
12  
Q
13  
R
14  
S
15  
T
16  
U
17  
V
18  
W
19  
X
20  
Y
STANDBY  
INPUT  
DISPLAY EDIT/ NO  
YES  
REC MODE  
21  
Z
22  
23  
24  
.
25  
,
REPEAT  
A-B  
A.SPACE M.SCAN  
YES  
>25  
/
REC  
?
!
(
)
CLEAR  
-
MD 105TX  
ENTER  
NAME  
ENTER  
NAME  
EDIT/NO  
SCROLL DISPLAY  
DISPLAY  
REMOTE CONTROLLER RC-409MD  
To name a disc  
The MD recorder must be stopped.  
To name a track  
The MD recorder may be stopped, paused, playing, or recording.  
(The characters being entered are canceled if the track that is playing or being recorded changes.)  
To stop naming a disc or track  
Press the EDIT/NO button several times until  
“Name In?” disappears, or press the button.  
1
Turn the AMCS knob until the  
track number for which you  
want to enter a name is  
displayed.  
3
Press the AMCS knob.  
The blinking cursor appears.  
AMCS  
To name a disc, start from step 2,  
skipping step 1.  
AMCS  
PUSH TO ENTER  
(
)
PUSH TO ENTER  
(
)
NAME  
DISC  
Note  
When the MD recorder is paused, playing, or  
recording, the displayed track number is  
selected. Therefore this step is unnecessary.  
To cancel the naming operation while the  
cursor is blinking...  
While pressing and holding down the EDIT/NO  
button, press the YES button. Alternatively, press  
the button.  
2
Press the EDIT/NO button and  
turn the AMCS knob to select  
“Name In ?”.  
AMCS  
PUSH TO ENTER  
(
)
EDIT/NO  
Or, with the supplied remote controller,  
press the NAME button.  
DISC  
TRACK  
When you name a track, the “TRACK”  
indicator lights up.  
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Naming a track or disc (Continued)  
(RC-409MD)  
PLAY MODE  
CONTINUE RANDOM MEMORY  
4
Select the character input mode  
using the DISPLAY button.  
AMCS  
PUSH TO ENTER  
A
B
C
D
E
(
)
1
F
2
3
4
I
5
J
G
H
8
9
6
7
L
10  
O
DISPLAY  
K
M
N
13  
R
14  
S
11  
P
12  
Q
15  
T
18  
W
19  
X
16  
U
17  
V
20  
Y
23  
24  
.
21  
Z
22  
25  
,
REPEAT  
A-B  
A.SPACE M.SCAN  
NAME  
DISC  
>
25  
(
)
/
?
!
NAME  
DISC  
You can enter upper case letters, lower  
case letters, numbers and symbols. Each  
press of the DISPLAY button changes  
the type of character you can enter as  
follows:  
Upper case letter (A, B, C...)  
To enter a name using the supplied  
remote controller (RC-409MD)  
You can enter numbers (1 to 9, and 0 with  
10 button), uppercase and lowercase letters,  
and symbols (only those indicated below the  
buttons) by directly operating the buttons.  
Lower case letters (a, b, c...)  
Numbers and symbols (1, 2, 3...)  
The  
and  
buttons on the remote  
control can be used to select characters. If  
this is the case, press the ENTER button or  
Easy name (e)  
the  
button to enter them.  
Refer to the next page for the type of  
characters you can enter.  
To change the type of characters entered  
Go back to step 4 and change the  
character input mode. Then, select and  
enter characters using the AMCS knob.  
You can enter up to 100 characters,  
depending on the type of characters you  
enter.  
To correct the character entered  
• With the supplied remote controller  
(RC-409MD), press the DISPLAY button  
to change the character input mode.  
Move to the character you want to correct  
using the  
and  
buttons (the  
character blinks). Then reenter the  
character you want.  
To insert a character  
Move to the point at which you want to  
5
Enter a track name or disc name  
using the AMCS knob.  
insert a character using the  
buttons (the insertion point blinks). Then turn  
and  
Turn the AMCS knob to display the  
character you want to enter, and then  
press the AMCS knob to enter it.  
Following the same procedure, enter the  
remaining characters.  
the AMCS knob counterclockwise ( blinks)  
and press the AMCS knob (the cursor blinks).  
Finally, enter the character you want.  
To erase a character  
Move to the character that you want to  
erase using the  
and  
buttons (the  
character blinks). Then press the EDIT/NO  
button or CLEAR button on the remote  
controller (RC-409MD).  
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Erasing the disc name and all  
track names at one time  
6
Press the YES button.  
With the supplied remote controller (RC-  
409MD), press the NAME button.  
1
Press the STOP button.  
(RC-409MD)  
YES  
NAME  
TOC  
2
Press the EDIT/NO button and  
turn the AMCS knob to select  
“Name Erase ?”.  
Lights when completed  
Note  
AMCS  
(
)
PUSH TO ENTER  
If, after pressing the EJECT or STANDBY/ON  
button, the TOC indicator is flashing, it indicates  
that the MD recorder is writing the recorded  
contents onto the MD. To ensure correct writing  
to the MD, do not disconnect the power cord  
(mains lead) or move the unit during this period.  
EDIT/NO  
DISC  
The following characters can be entered:  
ABCDEFGHIJLKMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ  
abcdefghijkomnopqrstuvwxyz  
3
Press the AMCS knob.  
0123456789 @ ` < > # $ % &  
= ; : + – / ( ) ? ! , .  
(space)  
(insert)  
All track names and the disc name are  
erased.  
AMCS  
PUSH TO ENTER  
Preset names for easy naming  
(
)
In the Easy Naming mode, you can enter the  
following names by simply choosing one.  
BALLAD  
BLUES  
CLASSIC  
DANCE  
FUSION  
JAZZ  
German  
Japanese  
Anthology  
Best of  
(One space will be added  
following “of”.)  
Collection  
Favorite  
TOC  
Lights when completed  
LIVE  
POPS  
REGGAE  
ROCK  
Happy  
Heavy  
SOUL  
Hit Songs  
Omnibus  
Selection  
Special  
Super  
Space (  
TECHNO  
VOCAL  
African  
American  
Asian  
)
British  
Euro  
(To enter a space, choose the  
symbol .)  
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Other Information  
Message list  
The following table explains the various messages that appear in the display.  
Message  
Meaning  
Auto Space  
This message appears during the track intervals when A. Space is turned on.  
Blank Disc  
A new recordable MD or a recordable MD without disc or track names is inserted.  
Cannot Copy  
An attempt was made to record copyright-protected material. An attempt was made to make a  
second copy from a digitally dubbed MD (see “Rules for Digital Recording” on page 45).  
Cannot Edit  
An attempt was made to edit the disc during MEMORY or RANDOM play or in recording standby  
mode, or an attempt to edit a premastered disc was made.  
Cannot Rec  
CD Dub Fail  
An attempt was made to record onto a premastered (read-only) disc.  
The CD dubbing operation could not be enabled. Check the connections. (An  
pin cable is not connected. Or, the amplifier or CD player is not turned on.)  
cable or audio  
Complete  
Editing is complete.  
D. In Unlock  
The digital equipment (CD player, DAT, etc.) has not been connected properly. Otherwise, the  
connected digital equipment is not operating properly.  
Disc Error  
Disc Full  
The disc is abnormal (scratched or missing a TOC).  
The disc is full (see “System Limitations” on the next page).  
An attempt was made to enter a character that exceeds the maximum character capacity.  
The disc could not be edited.  
Full  
Impossible  
Mecha Error  
Memory Full  
Music Scan  
Name Full  
No Change  
No Disc  
An error occurred in the units internal mechanism.  
An attempt was made to record a 26th track.  
Music Scan has started.  
Number of characters has reached the limit for input to one MD.  
The naming attempt failed.  
There is no disc in the unit.  
No Track  
Over  
The inserted disc has a disc title but no tracks.  
In pause mode (when playing is paused), the  
of the disc.  
(Fast Forward) button was pressed to the end  
Protected  
The inserted disc is record-protected.  
Retry Error  
Signal Wait  
Synchro Rec  
TOC Reading  
TOC Writing  
TOC Error  
The recording attempt failed due to a consecutive disturbance or scratches on the MD.  
The unit has entered Signal Wait mode.  
Synchro recording has started.  
The unit is reading the TOC from the MD.  
The unit is writing the recorded or edited contents to the MD.  
The writing of the recorded or edited contents failed. Something is wrong with the TOC.  
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System limitations  
The MD recording system in the unit is  
significantly different from those used in cassette  
and DAT decks and is characterized by the  
limitations described below. Note, however, that  
these limitations are due to the inherent nature  
of the MD recording system itself and not to  
mechanical causes.  
• The remaining recordable time on the MD  
may decrease by more than the total  
recorded time, depending on the status  
of the MD or how you record.  
Tracks created through editing may  
exhibit sound dropout during searching  
operations.  
• “Disc Full” lights up before the disc has  
reached the maximum recording time (60,  
74, or 80 minutes)  
When 256 tracks have been recorded on the  
disc, “Disc Full” lights up regardless of the  
total recorded time. More than 256 tracks  
cannot be recorded on the disc. To record new  
tracks, erase unnecessary tracks or use  
another MD.  
Track numbers are not recorded correctly  
Incorrect assignment or recording of track  
numbers may result (1) when CD tracks are  
divided into several smaller tracks during  
digital recording, or (2) when certain CDs are  
recorded with the Level Sync On for automatic  
track marking.  
• “TOC Reading” appears for a long time  
If the inserted recordable disc is brand new,  
“TOC Reading” appears on the display longer  
than those that have been used.  
• “Disc Full” lights up before the maximum  
number of tracks is reached  
Fluctuations in emphasis within tracks are  
sometimes interpreted as track intervals,  
incrementing the track count and causing the  
“Disc Full” indication to light up.  
• The remaining recordable time on the MD  
does not increase even after erasing  
numerous short tracks.  
• Some tracks cannot be combined with  
others  
Track combination may become impossible  
when tracks are edited.  
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Rules for digital recording  
Rule 3  
Guide to the serial copy management  
system  
A recordable MD with material recorded from  
analog sources (analog records or FM programs,  
etc.) through the line input terminal can be  
copied to another recordable MD through the  
digital output terminal.  
However, you cannot make subsequent copies  
from the recordable MD to other recordable  
MDs through the digital output terminal.  
Subsequent copies can be made only through  
the analog output terminal.  
Since your MD unit uses the Serial Copy  
Management System (SCMS), MDs recorded  
through the digital input terminal cannot be  
used to make subsequent copies to other MDs  
through the digital output terminal. The  
following diagram shows a system for making  
copies through the digital or analog terminals.  
Rule 1  
You can record digital source (CD, premastered  
MD, and DAT equipment with a sampling  
frequency of 44.1 kHz) to a recordable MD  
through the digital input terminal.  
However, you cannot make subsequent copies  
from the recordable MD to other recordable  
MDs through the digital output terminal.  
Subsequent copies can only be made through  
analog output terminal.  
* When MD recorders are connected using  
analog terminals, the number of dubbings is  
unlimited.  
Rule 2  
You can record the digital input signal of a digital  
satellite broadcast onto a recordable MD via the  
digital input terminals on an MD recorder that is  
capable of handling a sampling frequency of 32  
kHz or 48 kHz. You can then record the contents  
of this recorded MD (first-generation) onto  
another recordable MD via digital input terminals  
on the MD recorder to create a second-generation  
digital copy.  
Note, however, that with some BS tuners, second-  
generation digital copying may not be possible.  
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Troubleshooting  
Symptom  
Cause  
Remedy  
STANDBY/ON button is  
pressed, but power does  
not come on.  
• Power cord plug is not properly  
connected to AC outlet.  
• Insert the plug firmly.  
• The R-805TXs energy save  
function is enabled (when the R-  
805TX is connected).  
• Press the R-805TXs STANDBY/ON  
button. The power to the MD-  
105TX will be turned on.  
• The disc may be damaged (“Disc  
Error” appears).  
Take the disc out and insert it again.  
If “Disk Error” remains, replace the  
disc. (See “Precautions for handling  
the MiniDisc (MD)” on page 48.)  
The unit does not operate  
or operates poorly.  
• Moisture has formed inside the  
unit.  
Take the MD out and leave the unit in a  
warm place for several hours until the  
moisture evaporates (See page 47).  
The unit does not play.  
• The unit is not on.  
• Press the STANDBY/ON button to  
turn the unit on.  
• The disc is inserted in the wrong  
direction.  
• Slide the MD into the disc  
compartment with the label side  
up and the arrow pointing toward  
the opening until the unit grips it.  
(See page 13.)  
• The disc may not be recorded (the • Replace the disc with one that has  
track numbers do not appear).  
been recorded.  
• Strong magnetism from a  
television or a similar device is  
interfering with operations.  
• Move the unit away from the  
source of the magnetism.  
The sound has a lot of  
static.  
• The disc is record-protected  
(“Protected” appears).  
• Close the record-protect tab. (See  
page 34.)  
The unit does not record.  
• The unit is not connected  
properly to the sound source.  
• Make connections properly to the  
sound source.  
• The recording level is too low.  
• A premastered disc is inserted.  
• Adjust the recording level properly.  
• Replace it with a recordable disc.  
• There is not enough time left on  
the disc.  
• Replace it with another recordable  
disc with fewer recorded tracks.  
• The optical digital cable for audio • Connect the optical digital cable  
properly or use analog input.  
use is not connected properly.  
(“D. In Unlock” appears.)  
Noise is heard regularly  
during AM recording.  
• Distance the antenna from the  
unit.  
• The indoor AM antenna is located  
near the recorder.  
Too much noise is heard.  
• Distance the unit from the  
magnetic field.  
• The unit is placed near a strong  
magnetic field, such as a TV.  
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Troubleshooting (Continued)  
Symptom  
Cause  
Remedy  
The disc name or track  
name cannot be entered.  
• The disc is record-protected  
(“Protected” appears).  
• Close the record-protect tab. (See  
page 34.)  
• A premastered (read-only) disc is  
inserted (“Cannot Rec” appears).  
• Replace it with a recordable disc.  
System function cannot be  
used.  
• Check all cable connections. The  
system functions cannot be used  
• The system functions cannot be  
used.  
even if remote control (  
cables are connected. Also  
)
connect the components using  
audio cables.  
• If the symptom still persists,  
disconnect the power cord plug,  
then connect the plug again. If this  
does not improve the condition,  
with the power cord plug  
connected, press and hold down  
the button for more than five  
seconds and operate the unit.  
• Excessive electrical interference may temporarily render this system‘s sensitive microcomputer  
inoperable. If this happens, unplug the system for at least five seconds.  
Condensation  
This is the same phenomena that causes windows to mist with water in a heated room during the  
winter.  
The MD recorder also sometimes gets dew (water drops) on the optical lens inside the player under  
the following conditions.  
• Immediately after you turn a heater on.  
• If the MD recorder is placed in a room full of steam or dampness.  
• If you suddenly bring the MD recorder from the cold outside into a warm room.  
If the MD recorder is exposed to dew condensation  
You can leave it as it is. Sometimes the recorder cannot read the disc signal by laser and the recorder  
will not work.  
Depending on the surrounding conditions, you can remove the disc and leave the power on for one  
hour at most. The dew will evaporate and the recorder will work properly. If it doesn't work after  
several hours, please consult the nearest Onkyo authorized service center.  
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Precautions for handling the MiniDisc (MD)  
The MD is housed in a cartridge, so you can handle it without worrying about dust and fingerprints.  
Even so, a dirty or warped cartridge may cause malfunction. Remember the following precautions so  
you can enjoy high-quality sound for a long time.  
Do not touch the disc in the cartridge directly with your fingers.  
Do not open the shutter by hand. Doing so may damage the disc.  
Storage location  
Avoid storing MDs in a place subject to direct sunlight, high temperature, or high humidity.  
Regular care  
Wipe off dust and dirt accumulated on the cartridge surface with a dry cloth.  
Removing a partially inserted MD  
If the “self-lock function” is activated and the MD cannot be removed, push the MD further into the  
MD recorder and then press the EJECT button to remove the MD.  
Shutter  
Cartridge  
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Indexed to parts and controls  
Front panel  
STANDBY/ON  
button [13]  
Disc slot  
Eject button ( ) [13]  
Stop button ( ) [13]  
Ventilation holes  
Play/Pause button  
(
) [13]  
AMCS knob  
(
AMCS  
)
AMCS  
PUSH TO ENTER  
MINIDISC RECORDER  
(
)
[15, 19, 22, 29, 35]  
STANDBY/ON  
CD  
DUBBING  
REC  
FF/FR button  
STANDBY  
INPUT  
DISPLAY EDIT/ NO  
YES  
REC MODE  
(
,
)
[16, 41]  
-
MD 105TX  
STANDBY  
indicator [12, 13]  
YES button  
[42]  
Display  
REC button  
REC)  
CD  
INPUT button  
[22]  
EDIT/NO  
button  
[22, 25, 35]  
DUBBING  
button  
[23]  
(
DISPLAY  
button  
[14, 41]  
[25, 26, 28, 31,  
32]  
REC MODE  
button [22]  
Display  
A.SPACE indicator  
M.SCAN indicator  
NAME indicator  
REC MODE indicator  
Time/Title display  
Peak level meter  
MEMORY indicator  
RANDOM  
indicator  
DISC/TRACK  
indicator  
NAME  
DISC  
TRACK  
M.SCAN  
A.SPACE  
MEMORY  
OVER RANDOM  
MONO SP LP2 LP4  
ANALOG IN  
DIGITAL IN 12  
L
-
LEVEL SYNC  
40  
20  
10  
4
2
0
TOC  
R
REPEAT  
1
Input setting indicator  
TOC indicator  
REC indicator  
REPEAT/REPEAT1  
indicator  
PAUSE indicator  
PLAY indicator  
LEVEL-SYNC indicator  
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Remote controller  
RC-409MD (supplied)  
POWER button [13]  
EJECT  
POWER  
EJECT button [13]  
A-B repeat button  
[18]  
PLAY MODE  
CONTINUE RANDOM MEMORY  
A
B
C
D
E
PLAY MODE buttons  
CONTINUE buttons [17, 20]  
RANDOM button [17]  
Uppercase and  
lowercase letters,  
symbols, and  
numbers (1~10)  
buttons [41]  
1
F
2
3
4
I
5
J
G
H
8
9
6
7
L
10  
O
MEMORY button [19]  
K
M
N
13  
R
14  
S
11  
P
12  
Q
15  
T
Number buttons [15, 19, 41]  
REPEAT button [18]  
18  
W
19  
X
16  
U
17  
V
20  
Y
A.SPACE button  
[20]  
23  
24  
21  
Z
22  
25  
,
.
REPEAT  
A-B  
A.SPACE M.SCAN  
M.SCAN button [16]  
>
25  
(
)
/
REC  
?
!
CLEAR  
CLEAR button  
[20, 41]  
ENTER  
NAME  
MD operation buttons  
Stop button ( ) [13]  
Play button ( ) [13]  
Pause button ( ) [13]  
Rec button ( REC) [25, 26, 28,  
31, 32]  
ENTER button  
[41]  
SCROLL DISPLAY  
NAME button  
[40, 42]  
Fast reverse button (  
Fast forward button (  
) [16, 41]  
) [16, 41]  
REMOTE CONTROLLER RC-409MD  
Down button (  
Up button (  
) [15, 41]  
) [15, 41]  
DISPLAY button  
[14, 41]  
SCROLL button [13]  
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RC-456S  
(supplied with the A-905TX/R-805TX)  
STANDBY/ ON  
CLOCK  
GRAPHIC EQ  
EFFECT MODE  
SLEEP  
FM  
TUNER INPUT  
PRESET  
AM  
TAPE  
MD operation buttons  
Stop button ( ) [13]  
Play button ( ) [13]  
Pause button ( ) [13]  
Rec button ( REC) [25, 26, 28,  
31, 32]  
PAUSE/STEP  
DVD  
M D  
REPEAT SCROLL  
PLAY MODE CLEAR  
REC  
REPEAT RANDOM  
C D  
CDR  
Down button (  
Up button (  
) [15, 41]  
) [15, 41]  
MEMORY CLEAR  
REPEAT PLAY MODE  
Repeat button (REPEAT) [18]  
Clear button (CLEAR) [20, 41]  
Scroll button (SCROLL) [13]  
Play Mode button (PLAY MODE)  
[17, 19]  
DISC  
REC  
TONE  
CLEAR  
MUTING  
TIMER  
1
4
2
5
8
3
6
9
Number buttons  
[15, 19, 41]  
UP/DOWN  
ENTER  
7
VOLUME  
ACOUSTIC  
PRESENCE  
--/---  
10  
/0  
-
REMOTE CONTROLLER RC 456  
S
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Specifications  
System  
MiniDisc digital audio system  
Number of channels  
2 (stereo)  
Recording system  
Frequency response  
Magnetic field modulation overwrite  
system  
10 Hz - 20 kHz (±0.5 dB)  
Signal to noise ratio  
100 dB or more when playing  
Output level  
2.0 volts r.m.s.  
Signal read out system  
Optical non-contact  
Recording time  
Stereo: Max. 80 min.  
(when using MDW-80)  
Mono : Max. 160 min.  
(when using MDW-80)  
Power supply rating  
AC 230-240 V, 50 Hz  
AC 120 V, 60 Hz  
Power consumption  
Number of revolutions  
About 400 - 900 rpm (constant linear  
velocity)  
13 watts (AC 230-240 V, 50 Hz)  
17 watts (AC 120 V, 60 Hz)  
Dimensions (W × H × D)  
205 × 76 × 288 mm  
Error correction system  
Advanced Cross Interleave Reed-solomon  
code  
(8-1/10" × 3" × 11-5/16")  
Weight  
Sampling frequency  
2.4 kg (5.3 lbs)  
44.1 kHz  
Specifications and features are subject to  
change without notice.  
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18 Park Way, Upper Saddle River, N.J. 07458, U.S.A.  
Tel: 201-785-2600 Fax: 201-785-2650 http://www.onkyousa.com  
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