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Error messages
If the following error messages flash in the display window, check the chart below.
Meaning/Remedy
•An MD with no recording on it is inserted.
b
Insert a recorded MD.
•The recorder cannot read the disc (it's scratched or dirty).
b
Reinsert or replace the disc.
•There is no more space to record on the disc (less than 12
seconds available).
b
Replace the disc.
•You tried to operate the recorder while it was accessing the
recorded data.
b
Wait until the message goes out (in rare cases, it may take
2–3 minutes).
•You tried to enter more than 200 characters for a track or disc
name or the total characters entered in an MD is more than
1700.
b
Enter the characters within the limit.
•Power supply is too high (The supplied AC power adaptor or
the recommended car battery cord is not used).
b
Use the supplied AC power adaptor or the recommended
car battery cord.
•The recorder is locked.
b
Slide HOLD against the allow to unlock the recorder
(page 18).
•Batteries are weak.
b
Charge the rechargeable battery or replace the dry
batteries (pages 24, 25).
•You tried to record when there is no indication in the display,
and the recorder is placed where it receives continuous
vibration.
b
Put the recorder on the stable place, and start recording
again.
•You tried to make a copy from a disc that is protected by the
Serial Copy Management System. You cannot make copies
from a digitally connected source which was itself recorded
using the digital connection.
b
Use the analog connection instead (page 6).
•You tried to play or record with no disc in the recorder.
b
Insert an MD.
Error message
BLANKDISC
DISC ERR
DISC FULL
BUSY
NAME FULL
Hi DC in
HOLD
LOW BATT
MEM OVER
NO COPY
NO DISC