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Pioneer X-MC5MD

Source reference · needs review · MiniDisc Wiki, September 2026 snapshot · Source edited 2022-07-24

Manufacturer
Pioneer
Model / source grouping
X-MC5MD
Device type
bookshelf
MDLP modes
Yes
NetMD interface
No
Hi-MD support
No

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Name X-MC5MD
Manufacturer Pioneer
Released 1999/09
Device type bookshelf
Recorder Recorder
MDLP Yes
NetMD No
Hi-MD No
Radio Yes
Dimensions 210mm (width) x 260mm (height) x 392mm (depth)
Weight 8600
ATRAC ver Not recorded
Battery Not recorded Not recorded
Battery notes Not recorded
Sidecar (depr) Not recorded
Voltage 100
Power cable Not recorded
Price (launch) Not recorded
¥99 800
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Inputs RCA in, CD, Radio recording, Tape deck
Outputs 3.5mm headphone, RCA out, Digital optical (TOSLINK)
Control PS/2 keyboard

Pioneer X-MC5MD. Sometimes referred to as XR-MC5MD

  • "MD double speed recording" that dubbs MD speedily
  • You can dubb from MD to MD in half the normal time. The operation is easy with multi-jog.
  • "Back recording function" that allows you to listen
  • to other sources while recording from MD to MD You can enjoy music from other sources such as CDs while recording from MD to MD. This is especially useful during double-speed recording.

One-touch operation of frequently used recording patterns. "Direct REC" button

  • You can easily perform frequently used recording patterns such as recording from a CD to an MD with a single touch of the "Direct REC" button.
  • "PC keyboard compatible" that allows you to enter characters and operate the main unit You can easily enter the title of the original MD and FM / AM station name using a commercially available PC keyboard (*). You can also use the keyboard to perform basic operations such as playback, recording, and volume control.
  • Energy-saving design with power consumption of 0.6W during standby
  • 3 CDs and 3 MDs can be played continuously for a long time
  • "MD keyword search" that allows you to search for the desired disc track from the song title with the title
  • 50 memorized "name list" useful for naming MD discs and tracks
  • 3 types of sound modes (Dance / Hall / Live)
  • Built-in 3 types of timers (Wake Up / Sleep / Rec)
  • FM wideband, FM / AM auto preset
  • Voice input 3 (internal light 1) Output 2 (internal light 1) system
  • 50W + 50W high power amplifier & 2Way speaker

Content adapted from: Pioneer Press Release

Manuals

Pioneer XR-MC5MD Manual

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RegionJapan