Sharp MD-MT770 / MD-MT888

 ~~ Sharp IM-MT770 / IM-MT888 ~~

Portable MDLP Recorder

In 2000, Sony announced MDLP (MiniDisc Long Play), which added new recording modes based on a new codec called ATRAC3. In addition to the standard, high-quality mode, now called SP, MDLP adds LP2 mode, which allows twice as much recording time (160 minutes on an 80-minute disc) of good-quality stereo sound, and LP4, which allows four times more recording time (320 minutes on an 80-minute disc) of medium-quality stereo sound. The bitrate of the standard SP mode is 292 kbit/s, and it uses separate stereo coding with discrete left and right channels. LP2 mode uses a bitrate of 132 kbit/s and also uses separate stereo coding. The last mode, LP4, has a bitrate of 66 kbit/s and uses joint stereo coding. The sound quality is noticeably poorer than the first two modes but is sufficient for many users. Tracks recorded in LP2 or LP4 mode play back as silence on non-MDLP players. Sony announced they would cease development of MD devices, with the last of the players sold by March 2013{wikipedia} 

I n t r o d u c t i o n 

Stylish and flat, with a microphone socket and robust full-metal casing—optically alone, the new portable Sharp MiniDisc players are little heartbreaks. And the first time they let out their amazing sound, you feel like you're flying. Via ATRAC 3 and LP 4, you can easily record up to 320 minutes—that means up to four music CDs onto one MD! And whether it's from an analog or digital source (e.g., radio or CD), a consistently natural sound is guaranteed. Close to fainting? Don't worry. The Anti-Shock function protects against vibrations—with 40, 80, and 160 seconds (SP, LP 2, and LP 4).

Top: MD-MT888H World version. Bottom: MD-MT770 Pink & Blue Japanese Versions

F e a t u r e s:

Hardware: Three colored LED indicators signal state of charge and operating mode (SP/LP2/LP4) and also indicate recording type. Various Optical/Line/Microphone inputs. Headphones and line outputs. Digital and analog recording level control. one-touch eject. High-speed (x2) playback of mono (SP) recordings. The system indicates recording type (SP/LP2/LP4). LCD on the main unit and on the remote, and full editing & titling from the remote. 2-line colored LCD remote control for full disc information. charging cradle. world's smallest portable as of June 2001, awarded by "HiFi Choice" magazine.

Software: MDLP capable, auto time-mark (3/5/10 minute interval) and title stamping, as well as control of editing and titling from a PC, with full editing functions. unique group mode functions*, autoplay, 5-second intro play, auto power save, and synchro-start recordings.

(* group move, group top move, group erase, group booking, group arrange).

Three colored LED indicators

Inputs and outputs

Batteries: NiMH & Battery Case for one "AA" Battery

 Multiple power supply options available

Full editing functions and setup with the Remote control

Full function Remote control including Recording

Headphone amp: 5mW + 5mW into 32 ohms 

line: 250 mV into 10K ohms

 Bass, anyone?

How deep? 1·2·3

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Owner's manuals

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Sharp MD-MT770 Japanese Box Blue Version

Accessories: Earphones, LCD remote control, charging cradle, NiMH rechargeable battery (with case), AA dry cell case, carrying case, AC adapter, RCA connecting cord, and manual. 

Dimensions: 71.9D x 78.9W x 15.7H mm, 128 g including battery, 103 g body only.

Optional: AD-PCR3 connecting kit features USB to digital optical link

Sharp MD-MT888H World Box


Technical Details

Service manual

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