Precautions(continued)

For U.S. model The laser is covered by a housing which prevents exposure during operation or maintenance. However, 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 regulations 21 CFR section 1002.30, all manufactures who sell Laser Products must maintain records of written communications between the manufacturer, dealers and customers concerning radiation safety. If you have any complaints about instructions or explanations affecting the use of this product, 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 number of your unit. In compliance with Federal Regulations, the certification, identification and the period of manufacture 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 comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant 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 communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. 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.

For Canadian model

NOTE: THIS CLASS B DIGITAL APPARATUS COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES-003. 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.

Modele pour les Canadien

REMARQUE: CET APPAREIL NUMRIQUE DE LA
CLASSE B EST CONFORME LA NORME NMB003 DU CANADA. Sur les modles dont la fiche est polarise: ATTENTION: POUR VITER LES CHOCS LECTRIQUES, INTRODUIRE LA LAME LA PLUS LARGE DE LA FICHE DANS LA BORNE CORRESPONDANTE DE LA PRISE ET POUSSER JUSQUAU FOND.
Operations Other Information

Supplied accessories... below Using the remote controller.. 8
Connecting to the Onkyo Separate Collection series components.. 9 Connecting to the other components.. 10
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
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-475MD

Dry batteries UM-3 x2

Using the remote controller
Inserting the remote controller batteries Using the remote controller
Point the remote controller toward the remote control sensor. With the supplied remote controller (RC-475MD)

Remote control sensor

1 Remove the battery compartment cover by opening it as shown in the illustration.

RC-475MD

About 5m (16 feet)
2 Insert two AA (R6 or UM-3)-size
batteries into the battery compartment.
Carefully follow the polarity diagram (positive(+) and negative () symbols) inside the battery compartment.
Remote controller RC-466S When you use the remote controller RC-466S supplied with the amplifier R-801A, operate the remote controller by pointing it towards the amplifiers remote sensor. 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.
3 Replace the compartment cover.

RC-466S

MD-101A R-801A
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.

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. If there is any obstacle between the remote controller and the remote control sensor, the remote controller will not operate.
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: C-701A. Compact Disc (CD) Player R-801A. FM Stereo/AM Tuner Amplifier CDR-201A. 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. Direct Change Pressing the button of the MD-101A automatically selects the MD input source on the R-801A before the MD-101A starts playing. Remote control of the System Components You can control the operation of this MD recorder using the R-801A's remote controller. Program Timer You can record the desired broadcasting programs or play your favorite MD at a specified time using the R-801As built-in timer. (Refer to the R-801A instruction manual for more information.) Sleep Timer You can fall asleep to a music/radio program with the timer. (Refer to the R-801A instruction manual for more information.) CD-dubbing You can start recording from a CD player to your MD-101A 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.)

Connections Operations Other Information
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.
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 R-801A instruction manual to connect the unit to the system.
Note: The 230-240 V model is shown in the following illustrations.
Connecting to the other components (continued)
This unit uses heat-sensitive parts. Do not place this unit on the Amplifier or Receiver.
MINIDISC RECORDER MODEL NO. MD-101A

ANALOG

INPUT OUTPUT REMOTE CONTROL

AC OUTLET DIGITAL INPUT

OPTICAL AC 220 -230 V 50 / 60 Hz UNSWITCHED 100 W MAX.

To wall outlet

Audio connection cable

Optical fiber cable 2

Amplifier
CD player, DAT deck, etc. Terminal protection caps are attached to the DIGITAL INPUT terminals. Remove the cap for the terminal you wish to use when connecting the MD-101A to digital equipment. Replace the caps if you are not using the DIGITAL INPUT terminals.
1 Connecting to the Amplifier
Connect the MD-101A to the MD (or TAPE) jacks of your amplifier.
2 Connecting to the Digital Input Terminals (DIGITAL INPUT 1, 2)
You can perform digital recording on the MD101A if a CD (Compact Disc) player or DAT (Digital Audio Tape) deck equipped with a digital (OPTICAL) output terminal is available. For digital recording, you need to connect the equipment to either DIGITAL INPUT 1 or 2 terminal using the supplied optical cable. These terminals can also be used for connecting an amplifier that is equipped with a digital output terminal.

Normal play

STANDBY/ ON EJECT
(supplied) RC-466S (supplied with R-801A) STANDBY/
STANDBY/ ON ACOUSTIC PRESENCE CDR/PC TAPE

STANDBY/ON

INPUT SELECTOR CD/ DVD MD FM AM

VOLUME

PLAY MODE CONTINUE RANDOM MEMORY A 1 B 2 G 7 L 12 Q 17 V 22

REPEAT

TAPE REW

TAPE FF

INPUT CD REC MODE DUBBING REC

C 3 H 8 M 13 R 18 W 23

D 4 I 9 N 14 S 19 X 24

MUTING

5 J F 6

10 O 15 T 20 Y 25

K 11 P 16

U 21 Z >25

CD/DVD

A.SPACE

M.SCAN

SCROLL

CDR/PC

SCROLL DISPLAY

--/---
REMOTE CONTROLLER RC-475MD
REMOTE CONTROLLER RC-466S
1 Press the STANDBY/ON button.
(or the STANDBY/ON button on the remote controller)
The STANDBY indicator goes out.

3 Press the

button (or the button on the remote controller).

(RC-475MD) (RC-466S)

The first track of the disc starts playing.

(RC-475MD)

(RC-466S)

STANDBY/ ON

Play indicator

Playing track number

2 Insert an MD.
The MD recorder reads TOC (Table Of Contents) information on the MD to display the total number of tracks and total playing time.

Stopping play

Press the button (or the remote controller ).

The current playing time

button on the
Insert an MD with the label side up, in the direction of the arrow.
Stopping play temporarily
Press the button (or the button on the remote controller ). The Pause indicator lights up.
The total number of tracks

Current track number

To resume play, press the button (or the button on the remote controller).

Ejecting the MD

Press the button (or the EJECT button on the remote controller). (RC-475MD) The MD is ejected and EJECT Eject is shown on the display.

(Continued on the next page)
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.

Normal play (continued)

STANDBY/ON EJECT
(supplied) RC-466S (supplied with R-801A)
STANDBY/ ON ACOUSTIC PRESENCE CDR/PC TAPE INPUT SELECTOR CD/ DVD MD FM AM

CD REC MODE DUBBING

PLAY MODE CONTINUE RANDOM MEMORY

B 2 G 7 L 12 Q 17 V 22

6 K 11 P 16 U

21 Z >25

CLEAR DISPLAY

CLEAR SCROLL

Changing the display mode
When the MD recorder is stopped Pressing the DISPLAY button changes the display in the following sequence:
When an MD is playing or pausing Pressing the DISPLAY button changes the display in the following sequence:
Total number of tracks on the MD and its total playing time
Playing track number and elapsed playing time

DIGITAL IN 1

SP L. SYNC
Time remaining for recording on the MD (Not displayed if it is a premastered MD)
Playing track number and remaining playing time
Disc name (No Name when not set)

NAME DISC

Track name (Track number with No Name when not set)

NAME TRACK

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.

MULTI JOG

(supplied)

(supplied with R-801A)

ENTER MD

Number button

Selecting the track to play using the number buttons
Press the number button on the remote controller to select the track you want to play. (RC-475MD) (RC-466S)

1 F 6 K 11 P 16 U 21 Z

REPEAT A-B
Changing the playing track using the MULTI JOG
During play, you can change the track that is playing by turning the MULTI JOG knob (or by pressing the or buttons on the remote controller). If the MD recorder is stopped, turn the MULTI JOG knob to select the track number you wish to play, and press that knob (with the remote controller, use the or button to select the track, then press the button.) (RC-475MD)

2 G 7 L 12 Q 17 V 22

3 H 8 M 13 R 18 W 23

4 I 9 N 14 S 19 X 24

5 J 10 O 15 T 20 Y 25

>25

To select a track numbered 26 or above using RC-475MD 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.) Ex. To select the 30th track: [>25] + [3] + [10] To select the 100th track: [>25] + [>25] + [1] + [10] + [10] To select a track numbered 11 or above using RC-466S 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: [--/---] + [3] + [10/0] To select the 100th track: [--/---] + [--/---] + [1] + [10/0] + [10/0]

Selecting a track using the remote controller
1 F 6 K 11 P 16 U G 7 L 12 Q 17 V 22

Z >25

2 Using the MULTI JOG knob, select
the tracks in the order you want to play.
Turn the MULTI JOG knob until the track number you want to store is displayed (the playing time of the track is displayed). Then, press the MULTI JOG knob to store the track.

MULTI JOG MULTI JOG

To select a track numbered 26 or above using the RC-475MD 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 [>25] + [>25] + [1] + [10] + [10] To select a track numbered 11 or above using the RC-466S
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.) Ex. To select the 30th track: [--/---] + [3] + [10/0] To select the 100th track: [--/---] + [--/---] + [1] + [10/0] + [10/0]

TRACK MEMORY

Memory play (continued) / Auto Space function
MEMORY CONTINUE A.SPACE CLEAR

E 5 J 10 O 15 T 20 Y 25

Note If the total playing time of the programmed tracks exceeds 512 minutes, ---m--s will be displayed.
Using the Auto Space function (RC-475MD only)
It is possible to play back the MD with a silent interval of approximately 3 seconds between tracks. Turning on the Auto Space function Press the A.SPACE button while the MD-101A is playing, stopped, or paused. The A.SPACE indicator lights up. Note: If the Auto Space function is turned on, the display indicates Auto Space for three seconds during the interval between tracks. (RC-475MD)
button (or the button on the remote controller) to start Memory play.
When all stored tracks have been played, the MD recorder stops, retaining the stored tracks in memory.

A. SPACE

To exit Memory play mode When the MD recorder is stopped, press the CONTINUE button on the remote controller (RC475MD). With the RC-466S remote controller, press the MODE button until MEMORY disappears from the display. 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.

Digital recording

In digital recording, an optical digital cable is used to input signals from the recording source. About digital recording The MD-101A 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).

3 Press the INPUT button

repeatedly until Digital In 1 or Digital In 2 appears.
Digital input source 1 or 2 is now selected.

DIGITAL IN 1 2

Refer to Step 2 on page 24.
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. Use the DIGITAL INPUT 1 digital input terminal if you connect the C-701A CD player to this MD recorder.
Refer to Step 4 on page 22.
If the C-701A CD player is connected to the system, start playing the CD player.

INPUT REC

To stop recording temporarily Press the button (or the button on the remote control). To resume recording, press the button again (or press the button on the remote control). To stop recording Press the button.
If D. In Unlock appears The digital input source is not connected properly. Check the connection for the digital input source.
To eject the MD 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. 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. In this case, the tracks are not numbered automatically. Use the Level Sync function described on the next page. 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 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.

5 Enter a track name or disc name
using the MULTI JOG knob.
Turn the MULTI JOG knob to display the character you want to enter, and then press the MULTI JOG knob to enter it. Following the same procedure, enter the remaining characters.

6 Press the YES button.

With the supplied remote controller (RC475MD), press the NAME button.
Erasing the disc name and all track names at one time
The MD recorder must be stopped.

1 Press the STOP button.

turn the MULTI JOG knob to select Name Erase ?.

Lights when completed

Note 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. The following characters can be entered: ABCDEFGHIJLKMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ abcdefghijkomnopqrstuvwxyz 0123456789 @ ` < > # $ % & =;:+/()?!,. (space) (insert)
All track names and the disc name are erased.
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 LIVE POPS REGGAE ROCK SOUL TECHNO VOCAL African American Asian British Euro German Japanese Anthology Best of (One space will be added following of.) Collection Favorite Happy Heavy Hit Songs Omnibus Selection Special Super Space ( ) (To enter a space, choose the symbol.)

Message list

The following table explains the various messages that appear in the display.
Message Auto Space Blank Disc Cannot Copy Cannot Edit Cannot Rec CD Dub Fail Meaning This message appears during the track intervals when A. Space is turned on. A new recordable MD or a recordable MD without disc or track names is inserted. 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). 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. An attempt was made to record onto a premastered (read-only) disc. The CD dubbing operation could not be enabled. Check the connections. (An cable or audio pin cable is not connected. Digital In 1 is not selected as an input source, or the amplifier or CD player is not turned on.) Editing is complete. The digital equipment (CD player, DAT, etc.) has not been connected properly. Otherwise, the connected digital equipment is not operating properly. 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. 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. The inserted disc has a disc title but no tracks. In pause mode (when playing is paused), the of the disc. The inserted disc is record-protected. 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. (Fast Forward) button was pressed to the end

Complete D. In Unlock Disc Error Disc Full Full Impossible Mecha Error Memory Full Music Scan Name Full No Change No Disc No Track Over Protected Retry Error Signal Wait Synchro Rec TOC Reading TOC Writing TOC Error

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. 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. 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. 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. 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.
Rules for digital recording

Guide to the serial copy management system
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 3 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. * When MD recorders are connected using analog terminals, the number of dubbings is unlimited.
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.
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, secondgeneration digital copying may not be possible.

Troubleshooting

Symptom STANDBY/ON button is pressed, but power does not come on. The unit does not operate or operates poorly. Cause Power cord plug is not properly connected to AC outlet. The disc may be damaged (Disc Error appears). Remedy Insert the plug firmly.
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.) Take the MD out and leave the unit in a warm place for several hours until the moisture evaporates (See page 47). Press the STANDBY/ON button to turn the unit on. 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.) Replace the disc with one that has been recorded. Move the unit away from the source of the magnetism. Close the record-protect tab. (See page 34.) Make connections properly to the sound source. Adjust the recording level properly. Replace it with a recordable disc. Replace it with another recordable disc with fewer recorded tracks. Connect the optical digital cable properly or use analog input. Distance the antenna from the unit. Distance the unit from the magnetic field.

The unit does not play.

Moisture has formed inside the unit. The unit is not on. The disc is inserted in the wrong direction.
The disc may not be recorded (the track numbers do not appear). The sound has a lot of static. The unit does not record. Strong magnetism from a television or a similar device is interfering with operations. The disc is record-protected (Protected appears). The unit is not connected properly to the sound source. The recording level is too low. A premastered disc is inserted. There is not enough time left on the disc. The optical digital cable for audio use is not connected properly. (D. In Unlock appears.) Noise is heard regularly during AM recording. Too much noise is heard. The indoor AM antenna is located near the recorder. The unit is placed near a strong magnetic field, such as a TV.
Troubleshooting (Continued)
Symptom The disc name or track name cannot be entered. Cause The disc is record-protected (Protected appears). A premastered (read-only) disc is inserted (Cannot Rec appears). System function cannot be used. The system functions cannot be used. Remedy Close the record-protect tab. (See page 34.) Replace it with a recordable disc. Check all cable connections. 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 systems 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.