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XL-MP2H
OPERATION MANUAL
SHARP CORPORATION
XL-MP2H
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ENGLISH Special notes
WARNINGS CAUTION
When the ON/STAND BY button is set at STAND-BY position, This product is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product.
mains voltage is still present inside the unit. When the ON/STAND Use of controls, adjustments or performance of procedures other
BY button is set at STAND-BY position, the unit may be brought than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation ex-
into operation by the timer mode or remote control. posure.
This unit contains no user serviceable parts. Never remove covers As the laser beam used in this compact disc player is harmful to
unless qualified to do so. This unit contains dangerous voltages, the eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the cabinet. Refer servic-
always remove mains plug from the socket before any service op- ing to qualified personnel only.
eration and when not in use for a long period.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to Laser Diode Properties
dripping or splashing. No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, Material: GaAIAs
Important Instruction
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Introduction Contents XL-MP2H
Thank you for purchasing this SHARP product. To obtain the best ENGLISH
performance from this product, please read this manual carefully. It Page
will guide you in operating your SHARP product. General Information
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Special Note Controls and indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 - 6
Supply of this product does not convey a license nor imply any right Preparation for Use
to distribute content created with this product in revenue-generating System connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 - 8
broadcast systems (terrestrial, satellite, cable and/or other distribu-
Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
tion channels), revenue-generating streaming applications (via Inter-
net, intranets and/or other networks), other revenue-generating Basic Operation
content distribution systems (pay-audio or audio-on-demand appli-
cations and the like) or on revenue-generating physical media (com- General control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
pact discs, digital versatile discs, semiconductor chips, hard drives, Setting the clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
memory cards and the like). An independent license for such use is
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required. For details, please visit http://mp3licensing.com. CD or MP3/WMA disc Playback
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology licensed from Fraunhofer Listening to a CD or MP3/WMA disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 - 13
IIS and Thomson. Advanced CD or MP3/WMA disc playback . . . . . . . . . . . .14 - 17
MP3/WMA folder mode (only for MP3/WMA files) . . . . . . .18 - 19
Accessories
Radio
Please confirm that the following accessories are included. Listening to the radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Listening to the memorised station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Tape Playback
Listening to a cassette tape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 - 22
Tape Recording
Remote control 1 "AAA" size battery (UM-4, Recording on a cassette tape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 - 24
R03, HP-16 or similar) 2 Advanced Features
Timer and sleep operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 - 27
Enhancing your system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
References
Troubleshooting chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 - 29
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
AM loop aerial 1 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Note:
Only the above accessories are included.
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XL-MP2H Precautions
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General Warnings:
Please ensure that the equipment is positioned in a well ventilated The voltage used must be the same as that specified on this unit.
area and that there is at least 10 cm (4") of free space along the Using this product with a higher voltage other than that which is
sides and back. There must also be a minimum of 10 cm (4") of specified is dangerous and may result in a fire or other type of ac-
free space on the top of the unit. cident causing damage. SHARP will not be held responsible for
any damage resulting from use of this unit with a voltage other
10 cm (4") 10 cm (4") than that which is specified.
10 cm (4") CD players use a laser pickup which can damage the eyes if
viewed directly. Do not look at the pickup, and do not touch
the pickup directly.
10 cm (4")
Volume control
Use the unit on a firm, level surface free from vibration. The sound level at a given volume setting depends on speaker effi-
Keep the unit away from direct sunlight, strong magnetic fields,
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excessive dust, humidity and electronic/electrical equipment ciency, location, and various other factors. It is advisable to avoid ex-
(home computers, facsimiles, etc.) which generate electrical posure to high volume levels. Do not turn the volume on to full at
noise. switch on and listen to music at moderate levels.
Do not place anything on top of the unit.
Do not expose the unit to moisture, to temperatures higher than Care of compact discs
60˚C (140˚F) or to extremely low temperatures. Compact discs are fairly resistant to damage, however mistracking
If your system does not work properly, disconnect the AC power can occur due to an accumulation of dirt on the disc surface. Follow
lead from the wall socket. Plug the AC power lead back in, and the guidelines below for maximum enjoyment from your CD collec-
then turn on your system.
In case of an electrical storm, unplug the unit for safety. tion and player.
Hold the AC power plug by the head when removing it from the Do not write on either side of the disc, particularly the non-label
wall socket, as pulling the lead can damage internal wires. side from which signals are read. Do not mark this surface.
The AC power plug is used as disconnect device and shall always Keep your discs away from direct sunlight, heat, and excessive
remain readily operable. moisture.
Do not remove the outer cover, as this may result in electric Always hold the CDs by the edges. Fingerprints, dirt, or water on
shock. Refer internal service to your local SHARP service fa- the CDs can cause noise or mistracking. If a CD is dirty or does
cility. not play properly, clean it with a soft, dry cloth, wiping straight out
The ventilation should not be impeded by covering the ventilation from the centre, along the radius.
openings with items, such as newspapers, tablecloths, curtains,
etc.
No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be
placed on the apparatus. NO YES
Correct
Attention should be drawn to the environmental aspects of battery
disposal.
The apparatus is designed for use in moderate climate.
This unit should only be used within the range of 5˚C - 35˚C
(41˚F - 95˚F).
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Controls and indicators XL-MP2H
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Front panel
Reference page
1 1. CD Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2. On/Stand-By Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3. Timer Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
10 4. Sleep Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
2 5. Clock/Timer Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 25
3 6. Memory/Disp Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 20, 25
11 7. Tuning Up/Folder Up Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
4 8. Headphone Socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
12 9. Tuning Down/Folder Down Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
5 13 10. Remote Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
6 14 11. CD Play/Pause Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
General Information
7 15 12. Tuner (Band) Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
8 16 13. Tape Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
9 14. Stop Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
17 15. Disc Track Up or Fast Forward, Tuner Preset Up,
Time Up Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 16, 20, 25
16. Equaliser Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
18 17. Extra Bass Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
19 18. Disc Track Down or Fast Reverse, Tuner Preset Down,
20 Time Down Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 16, 20, 25
19. Volume Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
20. Cassette Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
21. Tape Record Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
22. Tape Play Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22, 23
23. Tape Rewind Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
24. Tape Fast Forward Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
25. Tape Stop/Eject Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22, 23
26. Tape Pause Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
21 22 23 24 25 26
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XL-MP2H Controls and indicators (continued)
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Display Reference page
1 2 3 4
1. Memory Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
2. MP3/WMA Folder Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
MEMORY FOLDER 1 RANDOM 3. Disc Repeat Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
TRACK WMA MP3 CD 4. Random Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
5. MP3/WMA Track Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13, 14
11 6. WMA Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
7. MP3 Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
kHz 8. CD Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
MHz 9. Disc Pause Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
SLEEP ROCK CLASSIC POPS JAZZ X BASS ST 10. Disc Play Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
11. Timer Play Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
General Information
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XL-MP2H
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Remote control
1 Reference page
1. Remote Control Transmitter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2. On/Stand-by Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
3. CD Play/Pause Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
9 4. Disc Track Up or Fast Forward, Tuner Preset Up,
2 Time Up Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 16, 20, 25
10 5. Disc Track Down or Fast Reverse, Tuner Preset Down,
3 Time Down Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 16, 20, 25
4 11 6. Tuning Down/Folder Down Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
7. Tuning Up/Folder Up Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
5 12 8. Disc Direct Search Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 14
General Information
6 13 9. Sleep Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
10. Clock/Timer Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 25
7 11. Tuner (Band) Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
12. Disc Stop Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
14 13. Tape Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
15 14. Random Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
15. Memory/Disp Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 20, 25
8 16 16. Volume Up and Down Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
17. Repeat Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
18. Extra Bass Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
17 19. Equaliser Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
18
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XL-MP2H System connections
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ANTENNA
GND AM FM
75 OHMS
Wall socket
Speaker connection
(AC 230 V, 50 Hz)
(see page 8)
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AC power connection (see page 8)
XL-MP2H
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Aerial connection Speaker connection
Attached FM aerial: Connect the black wire to the minus (-) terminal, and the red wire to
Position the FM aerial wire in the direction where the strongest signal the plus (+) terminal.
can be received.
Red Black
Caution:
Use speakers with an impedance of 4 ohms or more, as lower
Wall socket
(AC 230 V, 50 Hz)
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XL-MP2H Remote control
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Battery installation Notes concerning use:
Replace the batteries if the operating distance is reduced or if the
1 Open the battery cover. operation becomes erratic. Purchase 2 "AAA" size batteries (UM-
2 Insert the batteries according to the direction indicated in 4, R03, HP-16 or similar).
the battery compartment. Periodically clean the transmitter on the remote control and the
When inserting or removing the batteries, push them towards the sensor on the unit with a soft cloth.
battery terminals. Exposing the sensor on the unit to strong light may interfere with
3 Close the cover. operation. Change the lighting or the direction of the unit if this
occurs.
Keep the remote control away from moisture, heat, shock, and
vibrations.
After installing the unit (see pages 7 - 8), check that the remote
control operates correctly.
Point the remote control directly at the remote sensor on the unit.
The remote control can be used within the range shown below:
Precautions for battery use:
Press the ON/STAND-BY button. Does the power turn on? Now, you
Replace all old batteries with new ones at the same time.
can use the unit.
Do not mix old and new batteries.
Remove the batteries if the unit will not be used for long periods
of time. This will prevent potential damage due to battery leakage.
Caution:
Do not use rechargeable batteries (nickel-cadmium battery, etc.).
Installing the batteries incorrectly may cause the unit to
malfunction.
Battery removal:
Open the battery cover and pull up the battery to take out.
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General control XL-MP2H
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Volume control
Main unit operation:
When the VOLUME control is turned clockwise, the volume will
increase. When it is turned anti-clockwise, the volume will decrease.
Remote control operation:
Press the VOLUME (+ or -) button to increase or decrease the volume.
Equaliser
When the EQUALIZER button on the main unit or remote control is
Basic Operation
pressed, the current mode setting will be displayed. To change to a
different mode, press the EQUALIZER button repeatedly until the
desired sound mode appears.
ROCK
CLASSIC
To turn the power on
Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on. POPS
After use:
JAZZ
Press the ON/STAND-BY button to enter the power stand-by mode.
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XL-MP2H Setting the clock
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To confirm the time display:
Press the CLOCK/TIMER button.The time display will appear for
about 5 seconds.
Notes:
To reset the clock if the power fails or is unplugged, the unit must
be in the STAND-BY mode.
"0:00" or time will flash when the AC power supply is restored after
a power failure or unplugging the unit or when reset button is
pressed.
Readjust the clock as follows:
PRESET
In this example, the clock is set for the 24-hour (0:00) display.
1 In STAND-BY condition.
2 Press the CLOCK/TIMER button for more than 2 seconds.
3 Within 10 seconds, press the PRESET ( or ) button to
set hour.
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Listening to a CD or MP3/WMA disc XL-MP2H
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This system can play back a standard CD, CD-R/RW in the CD format
and CD-R/RW with MP3 or WMA files, but cannot record on them.
Some audio CD-R and CD-RW discs may not be playable due to the
state of the disc or the equipment used for recording.
MP3:
MP3 is a form of compression. It is an acronym which stands
for MPEG Audio Layer 3.
MP3 is a type of audio code which is processed by significant
compression from the original audio source with very little loss
WMA:
WMA files are ASF (Advanced System Format) audio files which
are compressed with Windows Media Audio codec. WMA is de-
veloped by Microsoft as an audio format file for Windows Media
Player.
The WMA track indicator will light up when a WMA track is read.
Supported bit rates for WMA files range from 64 kbps to 160 kbps.
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XL-MP2H Listening to a CD or MP3/WMA disc (continued)
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To interrupt playback:
1 Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on. Press the CD / button during playback.
2 Open the CD compartment. Press the CD / button again to resume playback.
3 Place the disc on the spindle, label side up. 8 cm (3") discs To listen to the track being played again:
may be played without an adaptor. During playback, press the button.
To fast reverse:
Total number Total playing Total number Total number of During playback, press and hold down the button. Release
of tracks on the time of the of folders on files (track) on the the button to resume playback.
disc disc the disc disc
To stop playback:
Due to the structure of its disc information, it takes longer Press the button.
(approximately 20 to 90 seconds) to read a CD-R/RW disc
recorded in the MP3 or WMA format than a normal CD. Caution:
5 Press the CD / button to start playback from track 1. Do not play discs with special shapes (heart or octagon shaped)
as it may cause malfunctions.
Disc play indicator Disc play indicator If a disc is damaged, dirty, or loaded upside down, "NO DISC" will
(CD) (MP3/WMA) appear on the display.
TRACK CD TRACK MP3
Keep foreign objects out of the disc compartment.
Subjecting the unit to shock or vibration may cause mistracking.
When the unit is not being used, be sure to close the disc com-
partment. If it is left open, the lens may be covered with dust and
When the last track on the disc has finished playing, the unit will the unit may not operate properly.
stop automatically. If TV or radio interference occurs during disc operation, move the
unit away from the source of the interference.
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Advanced CD or MP3/WMA disc playback XL-MP2H
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Direct track search Notes:
By using the direct search buttons, the desired tracks on the current A track number higher than the number of tracks on the disc
disc can be played. cannot be selected.
During random play, direct search is not possible.
Use the direct search buttons
For CD-R/RW discs recorded in the MP3 or WMA format, you can
on the remote control to select TRACK CD
select the track number but cannot select the folder by pressing
the desired track whilst playing
the direct search buttons.
or in the stop mode.
To stop playback:
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XL-MP2H Advanced CD or MP3/WMA disc playback (continued)
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Repeat play (REMOTE CONTROL ONLY) To cancel random playback, press the button again, so that the ran-
Repeat play can play single track and all track sequence continu- dom indicator will disappear.
ously. Notes:
If you press the or button during random play, you
RANDOM 1 can move to the track selected next by the random operation.
In random play, the unit will select and play tracks automatically.
FOLDER 1
WMA MP3 (You cannot select the order of the tracks.)
REPEAT During random play, repeat function is not possible.
In random function, playback will stop after all the tracks is played
CD or MP3/WMA disc Playback
randomly.
Each time press the button, the repeat mode changes in the following Caution:
order: After performing repeat, be sure to press the button.
In case of an audio CD mode: Otherwise, it will play continuously.
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Programmed play To cancel the programmed play mode:
During programmed stop mode, press the MEMORY/DISP button
1 Whilst in the stop mode, press the MEMORY/DISP button and press the button or STOP button on the remote control. The
to enter the programming save mode. display will show "CLEAR" and all the programmed contents will be
cleared.
MEMORY
TRACK CD
Notes:
If the disc lid is opened, the programmed sequence will be
cancelled.
CD
STOP
PRESET
5 6
MEMORY
TRACK CD
7 8
9 0
+10
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XL-MP2H Advanced CD or MP3/WMA disc playback (continued)
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Programmed play (Folder mode)
4 Repeat steps 2 – 3 for other folder/tracks. Up to 32 tracks
1 Whilst in the stop mode, press the MEMORY/DISP button can be programmed.
to enter the programming save mode.
5 Press the CD / button to start playback.
MEMORY
MP3 To cancel the programmed play mode:
During programmed stop mode, press the MEMORY/DISP button
and press the button or STOP button on the remote control. The
display will show "CLEAR" and all the programmed contents will be
CD or MP3/WMA disc Playback
cleared.
2 Press the TUNING/FOLDER ( or ) button on the remote
control to select the desired folder.
Notes:
MEMORY FOLDER If the disc lid is opened, the programmed sequence will be
MP3
cancelled.
The programme will automatically cancelled if you press the ON/
STAND-BY button to enter the stand-by mode or change the
function from CD to another.
You can also select a folder by pressing the TUNING/FOLDER During the programme operation, press the RANDOM button will
( or ) button on the main unit. automatically cancelled the programme.
Then press the or button on the remote con- CD
trol to select the desired tracks. STOP
PRESET
MEMORY FOLDER
MP3 MEMORY/
1 2 DISP
3 4
5 6
You can also select a track by pressing the or
button on main unit. 7 8
MEMORY
MP3
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MP3/WMA folder mode (only for MP3/WMA files) XL-MP2H
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To playback MP3/WMA (Windows Media Audio) file All the files inside the selected folder will be played back.
There are many music sites on the internet that you can download In case Folder D is selected, file 4, 5 and 6 will be played back. File
MP3/WMA (Windows Media Audio) music files. Follow the 7 and 8 in Folder E will not be played back.
instructions from the website on how to download the music files.
You can then playback these downloaded music files by burning ROOT FOLDER A FOLDER C FILE 1
them to a CD-R/RW disc. (FOLDER 1) (FOLDER 2) (FOLDER 3) FILE 2
Your downloaded song/files are for personal use only. Any other FILE 3
usage of the song without owner’s permission, is against the law. FOLDER D FILE 4
(FOLDER 4) FILE 5
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XL-MP2H MP3/WMA folder mode (only for MP3/WMA files) (continued)
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Procedure to playback MP3/WMA disc 3 Select desired track to be played back by pressing the
To playback CD-R/RW. or button. Proceed to step 4.
1 Press the CD button, and load a MP3/WMA disc.
After disc is loaded, the disc info will be displayed. MP3 MP3
4
CD or MP3/WMA disc Playback
Artist
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Listening to the radio XL-MP2H
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Tuning
1 Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.
2 Press the TUNER (BAND) button to select the desired fre-
quency band (FM or AM).
3 Press the TUNING/FOLDER ( or ) button to tune into
the desired station.
Manual tuning:
Press the TUNING/FOLDER ( or ) button as many times as
required to tune in the desired station.
Auto tuning:
When the TUNING/FOLDER ( or ) button is pressed for
more than 0.5 seconds, scanning will start automatically and the
tuner will stop at the first receivable broadcast station.
Notes:
Radio
When radio interference occurs, auto scan tuning may stop
automatically at that point.
Auto scan tuning will skip weak signal stations.
To stop the auto tuning, press the TUNING/FOLDER ( or )
button again.
MHz
ST
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XL-MP2H Listening to the memorised station Listening to a cassette tape
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Memorising a station Before playback:
Up to 20 stations for FM band, 10 station for AM band can be preset.
For playback, use normal or low-noise tapes for the
1 Perform steps 1 - 3 in "Listening to the radio" on page 20. best sound.
(Metal or CrO2 tapes are not recommended.)
2 Press the MEMORY/DISP button to enter the preset tuning Do not use C-120 tapes or poor-quality tapes, as they
saving mode. may cause malfunctions.
MEMORY
Before loading a tape into the cassette compartment,
tighten the slack with a pen or a pencil.
MHz
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Tape playback Pause
Press the PAUSE button to temporarily stop playback or record-
1 Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on. ing. Press it again to resume operation.
2 Press the TAPE button to select "TAPE" function. "TAPE" Fast forward and rewind
Press the F.FWD or REWIND button. When the desired
appears.
location has been reached, press the STOP/EJECT / button.
3 Press the STOP/EJECT / button to open the cassette Automatic stop system
holder. At the end of the tape whilst recording or playback, the cassette
4 Load a cassette into the cassette compartment with the deck stops automatically and the button is released.
This system does not work in fast forward and rewind operation.
side to be played facing towards you. After loading the cas-
Be sure to press the STOP/EJECT / button when the end of
sette push the cassette holder back into position.
the tape has been reached.
5 Press the PLAY button to begin playback. Caution:
Tape Playback
6 Press the STOP/EJECT / button to stop playback at any Do not press the PAUSE button whilst the fast forward or re-
wind operations are in progress. The REWIND or F.FWD
time. Press it again to remove the cassette. When the end
button will not be released when the tape end is reached. Once
of the tape has been reached, automatic stop will be acti-
this occur press the STOP/EJECT / button.
vated.
Before changing from one tape operation to another, press the
STOP/EJECT / button.
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Before recording: Recording from CD or MP3/WMA disc
When recording important selections, make a preliminary test to 1 Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.
ensure that the desired material is properly recorded.
SHARP is not liable for damage or loss of your recording arising 2 Load a blank cassette.
from malfunction of this unit.
The volume and sound controls can be adjusted with no effect 3 Select "CD" function.
or the recorded signal (Variable Sound Monitor). 4 Load the disc to be recorded.
For recording, use only normal tapes. Do not use metal or
Select the track number if required.
CrO2 tapes.
For programmed recording, programme the material in ad-
Erase - prevention tab of cassette tapes: vance (as described under "Programmed Play").
When recording on a cassette tape, make sure that the erase-
prevention tabs are not removed. Cassette have removable 5 Press the RECORD button. The PLAY button is en-
tabs that prevent accidental recording or erasing. gaged simultaneously and CD recording starts.
Tape Recording
To protect the recorded sound, remove the tab after recording. When you want to record music as you listen, press the
Cover the tab hole with adhesive tape to record on the tape with- RECORD button. Recording starts automatically from the be-
out the tab. ginning of the track.
Side A
6 Press the STOP/EJECT / button to stop recording.
When the end of the tape is reached, the CD player and deck
stop automatically.
Tab for side B Tab for side A Recording from the radio
1 Tune in to the desired station. (See page 20)
2 Load a blank cassette.
3 Press the RECORD button to start recording.
4 Press the STOP/EJECT / button to stop recording.
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Timer and sleep operation XL-MP2H
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When beat is heard
Beat (a high-pitched noise) may sometimes be heard during the re-
cording of radio broadcasts. If this occurs, set the BEAT CANCEL
switch (the rear of the unit) to 1 or 2 position to reduce the level of the
beat noise.
Advanced Features
Timer playback
Before setting timer:
1 Check that the clock is set to the correct time (refer to page 11).
Note: If it is not set, you cannot use the timer function.
If you hear a whistling noise whilst recording on AM station, move the 2 For timer playback, load the disc to be played back.
AM loop aerial.
Erasing recorded tapes 1 Press the ON/STAND-BY button to turn the power on.
1 Load the tape to be erased into the cassette compartment 2 Press the CLOCK/TIMER button for about 2 seconds.
with the side to be erased facing towards you.
2 Press the TAPE button until "TAPE" appears on the dis-
play. When operating with the remote control, press the
TAPE button.
3 Within 10 seconds, press the CLOCK/TIMER button.
3 Press the RECORD button, which also engages the
PLAY button to begin erasing. 4 Press the PRESET ( or ) button to set hour then press
the CLOCK/TIMER button.
5 Press the PRESET ( or ) button to set minute and then 10 To select CD, press the CD / button and then press
press the CLOCK/TIMER button. the CLOCK/TIMER button.
6 Switch input with the PRESET ( or ) button to select 11 To select TUNER (BAND), press the TUNER (BAND)
"TMR-OFF" and then press the CLOCK/TIMER button. button and then press the CLOCK/TIMER button.
Advanced Features
kHz
MHz
SLEEP ROCK CLASSIC POPS JAZZ X BASS ST
OR
9 To select the timer playback source, switch input with
PRESET ( or ) button to select "SOURCE".
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To cancel Timer function:
13 To select a preset channel number, press the PRESET ( Press the SLEEP button for 2 seconds. The "TIMER" indicator will
or ) button and then press the CLOCK/TIMER button. disappear.
Notes:
After selecting the playback source, when press the CLOCK/
TIMER button to confirm, "SOURCE" will appear and blink for 2
seconds, then change to CD or TUNER mode.
14 Press the SLEEP button for more than 2 seconds to When the preset time is reached, playback will start at current
activate timer function. setting if no selected playback source is made.
The "TIMER" indicator lights up and the unit is ready for timer The volume cannot be preset during timer operation. It will always
playback. go to volume 16.
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Advanced Features
Press the ON/STAND-BY button to enter the power stand-
Sleep operation
by mode. The radio, compact disc and cassette tape can all be turned off au-
tomatically.
1 Play back the desired sound source.
2 Press the SLEEP button repeatedly to select the time.
(Maximum: 90 minutes - Minimum: 10 minutes)
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To confirm the remaining sleep time: Headphones
1 Whilst "SLEEP" is indicated, press the SLEEP button. Before plugging in or unplugging the headphones, reduce the vol-
The remaining sleep time is displayed for about 10 seconds. ume.
You can change the remaining sleep time whilst it is displayed by Be sure your headphones have a 3.5 mm (1/8") diameter plug and
pressing the SLEEP button (steps 2 - 3). impedance between 16 and 50 ohms. The recommended imped-
ance is 32 ohms.
To cancel the sleep operation:
Plugging in the headphones disconnects the speakers automati-
To cancel the sleep operation without setting the unit to the stand-by
mode, proceed as follows. cally. Adjust the volume using the VOLUME control.
1 Whilst "SLEEP" is indicated, press the SLEEP button to select 0
minute.
For example, you can fall asleep listening to the radio and wake up
to CD in the next morning.
1 Set the sleep time (see left, steps 1 - 4).
2 Whilst the sleep timer is set, set the timer playback (steps 2 -
10, pages 24 - 25).
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Troubleshooting chart XL-MP2H
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Many potential problems can be resolved by the owner without call- Tuner
ing a service technician.
If something is wrong with this product, check the following before Symptom Possible cause
calling your authorised SHARP dealer or service centre. The radio makes unusual Is the unit placed near the TV or
noises continuously. computer?
General Is the FM aerial or AM loop aerial
Symptom Possible cause placed properly? Move the aerial
away from the AC power lead if
The clock is not set to the Did a power failure occur? Reset it's located nearby.
correct time. the clock. (Refer to page 11)
When a button is pressed, Set the unit to the power stand- Cassette deck
the unit does not respond. by mode and then turn it back on.
Symptom Possible cause
If the unit still malfunctions, reset
Cannot record. Is the erase-prevention tab re-
it. (Refer to page 29)
moved?
No sound is heard. Is the volume level set to "0"?
References
Cannot record tracks with Is it a normal tape? (You cannot
Are the headphones connected? proper sound quality. record on a metal or CrO2 tape.)
Are the speaker wires discon- Cannot erase completely.
nected? Sound skipping. Is there slack in the tape?
Cannot hear treble. Is the tape stretched?
CD player
Sound fluctuation. Are the capstan, pinch roller, or
Symptom Possible cause head dirty?
Playback does not start. Is the disc loaded upside down?
Playback stops in the Does the disc satisfy the Remote control
middle or is not performed standards? Symptom Possible cause
properly. Is the disc distorted or The remote control does Is the AC power lead of the unit
scratched? not operate. plugged in?
Playback sounds are Is the unit located near excessive Is the battery polarity correct?
skipped, or stopped in the vibrations?
Are the batteries dead?
middle of a track. Is the disc very dirty?
Is the distance or angle
Has condensation formed inside incorrect?
the unit?
Does the remote control sensor
receive strong light?
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If trouble occurs Cleaning the CD pickup lens
When this product is subjected to strong external interference (me-
chanical shock, excessive static electricity, abnormal supply voltage Do not touch the laser pickup lens. If
due to lightning, etc.) or if it is operated incorrectly, it may malfunc- finger prints or dust accumulate on
tion. the pickup, clean it gently with a dry
cotton swab.
If such a problem occurs, do the following:
1. Set the unit to the stand-by mode and turn the power on again.
2. If the unit is not restored in the previous operation, unplug and
plug in the unit, and then turn the power on.
Cleaning the cabinet
Note:
Periodically wipe the cabinet with a soft cloth and a diluted soap so-
If neither operation above restores the unit, clear all the memory by
lution, then with a dry cloth.
resetting it.
Caution:
Do not use chemicals for cleaning (petrol, paint thinner, etc.). It
Condensation may damage the cabinet finish.
References
After long use, the deck’s head and capstan may become magne-
Caution:
tised, causing poor sound. Demagnetise these parts once every
This operation will erase all data stored in memory including clock,
30 hours of playing/recording time by using a commercial tape
timer setting, tuner preset and CD programme.
head demagnetiser. Read the demagnetiser’s instructions care-
fully before use.
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Specifications XL-MP2H
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As part of our policy of continuous improvement, SHARP reserves CD player
the right to make design and specification changes for product
improvement without prior notice. The performance specification Type Compact disc player
figures indicated are nominal values of production units. There may Signal readout Non-contact, 3-beam semiconductor laser
be some deviations from these values in individual units. pickup
General D/A converter 1-bit D/A converter
Power source AC 230 V, 50 Hz Frequency 20 - 20,000 Hz
response
Power Power on: 18 W
consumption Power stand-by: 0.6 W(*) Dynamic range 90 dB (1 kHz)
Dimensions Width: 138 mm (5-7/16")
Height: 212 mm (8-11/32") Cassette deck
Depth: 218 mm (8-19/32") Frequency 80 - 8,000 Hz (normal tape)
Weight 2.6 kg (5.6 lbs.) response
References
Signal/noise ratio 50 dB (recording/playback)
(*) This power consumption value is obtained when the unit is in the Wow and flutter 0.35% (DIN 45 511)
power stand-by mode.
Amplifier Speaker
Output power PMPO: 26 W (total) Type 2 way speaker system
MPO: 13 W (6.5 W + 6.5 W) (DIN 45 324)
Maximum input 10 W
RMS: 10 W (5 W + 5 W) (DIN 45 324)
power
Output terminals Speakers: 4 ohms
Rated input power 5W
Headphones: 16 - 50 ohms
Impedance 4 ohms
(recommended: 32 ohms)
Dimensions Width: 135 mm (5-5/16")
Height: 211 mm (8-5/16")
Tuner Depth: 180 mm (7-3/32")
Frequency range FM: 87.5 - 108.0 MHz Weight 1.5 kg (3.3 lbs.)/each
AM: 522 - 1,620 kHz
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MEMO /