Sony MZ-N10 Operating Instructions (primary manual)

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    Portable MiniDisc Recorder MZ-N10 3-250-372-12(1) Portable MiniDisc Recorder Operating Instructions Recorder Operation p_a_g_e_1_3______ Software Operation p_a_g_e_9_6______ "WALKMAN" is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation to represent Headphone Stereo products. is a trademark of Sony
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    regulate disposal of the battery used to power this MZ-N10 Serial No. Product registration Please register this product on line at www.sony.com/walkmanreg Proper registration will enable us to send you periodic mailings about software upgrades, new products, services
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    pursuant to Part 15 of the instructions, and on, the user is encouraged to manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. SONY MZ-N10 Tested To Comply With FCC Standards FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE For customers in the USA and Canada only RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES Lithium-ion batteries
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    out of the use of the software supplied with this recorder. • In the event a problem occurs with this software as a result of defective manufacturing, SONY will replace it. However, SONY bears no other responsibility. • The software provided with this recorder cannot be used with equipment other
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    33 Adding track marks automatically (Auto Time Stamp 33 Adjusting the recording level manually 34 Various ways of playback 35 Viewing various information 35 Selecting the play mode 36 Playing a track repeatedly (Repeat Play 36 Listening to selected tracks only (Bookmark Play 37 Listening
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    50 Recording tracks to a new group 50 Recording a track to an existing group 51 Using the group function when playing 51 Playing a track in group play 51 Selecting the play mode for group play (Group Play Mode) ......... 52 Repeat play for the selected group play mode (Group Repeat Play
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    63 Recording without overwriting existing material 63 Creating a new group when recording 63 Selecting the play mode 64 Adjusting window (Contrast Adjustment 69 Labeling (Name 69 Moving recorded tracks 70 Erasing tracks, the entire disc or groups (Erase 71 Assigning tracks or groups as a new
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    Troubleshooting and explanations 82 Troubleshooting 82 While charging 82 While recording 83 While playing 85 While Editing 87 While using group function 88 Others 88 Messages 90 Explanations 94 9
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    99 System requirements 99 Installing the software onto your computer 100 Before installing the software 100 Installing SonicStage Ver.1.5 101 Connecting the Net MD to your computer 103 Storing audio data to your computer 104 Starting SonicStage 104 Recording audio CDs to the hard disk
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    suspend/hibernation mode 117 Backing up the audio data 117 Uninstalling the SonicStage software 118 For Windows XP users 118 For Windows Millennium Edition/Windows 98 Second Edition users 118 For Windows 2000 users 119 Troubleshooting 120 If your computer does not recognize the Net MD 122 If
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    the Net MD as an ordinary MiniDisc Walkman. Troubleshooting and explanations (page 82) This section shows the troubles you may find while using the recorder, and their solutions. Portable MiniDisc Recorder MZ-N10 3-250-372-11(1) Portable MiniDisc Recorder Operating Instructions Recorder Operation
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    control (1) Dedicated USB cable (1) Dry battery case (1) Optical cable (1) CD-ROM (SonicStage Ver. 1.5) (1)* Carrying pouch/carrying case with a belt clip (except USA model) (1) Recordable MD (USA and Canada models only) (1) ∗ Do not play a CD-ROM on an audio CD player. Recorder Operation 13
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    play rewind fast forward volume 1) The N and VOL + button has a tactile dot. B Charge lamp C Display window D OPEN switch E GROUP button 14 Turn to select Push to enter G zREC (record) switch H T MARK button I END SEARCH button J X button K x button L Handstrap hole Use the hole to attach
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    power from the built-in rechargeable battery, even if a dry battery is inserted in the dry battery case. It switches automatically to the dry battery when the built-in rechargeable battery becomes drained. While the recorder is using the power from the dry battery, the frame around the indication
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    /ENT (to press): play, pause, enter .(to slide towards): REW > (to slide towards): FF D Display window E (group) +, - F Clip G HOLD switch Slide the switch in the direction of the arrow (a yellow when you carry the recorder, use this function. H DISPLAY button I P MODE/ button J SOUND button 16
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    the clip in the opposite direction 2 1 The display window of the remote control A B C D E F A Disc indication B Track number display C Character information display D Play mode indication E SOUND indication G HI F Battery level indication G Group indication H Bookmark indication I Melody
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    in the ON position thereafter. 1 Charging the rechargeable battery. 1 Connect the AC power adaptor to the USB cradle and the AC adaptor to a wall outlet. To a wall outlet USB cradle 2 Place the recorder on the USB cradle. Press the recorder onto the USB cradle. AC power adaptor To DC IN 6V
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    after you place the recorder on the USB cradle. At this point, the battery is about 80% charged. After 3 more hours, the battery will be fully charged . Using the alkaline dry battery Attach the dry battery case to the recorder. Rear of the recorder Insert the battery minus end first. 3
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    , remove the recorder from the USB cradle and place it on again. Connect firmly Battery life For details, refer to "Battery life" (page 76). When recording (Unit: Approx. hours) Batteries Built-in rechargeable battery LR6 (SG) Sony alkaline dry battery Built-in rechargeable battery + LR6 (SG
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    When playing Batteries Built-in rechargeable battery LR6 (SG) Sony alkaline dry battery Built-in rechargeable batter + LR6 (SG) SP LP2 LP4 Stereo Stereo Stereo 17 20 24 27 32 36 42 52 58 21
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    an optical cable connected to a CD player, Digital TV or other digital equipment. Make sure to use the optical cable. It is recommended to use the recorder with the AC power adaptor when recording. For other recording operations, see "Various ways of recording" (page 28). 1 Insert an MD. 1 Slide
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    jacks.) CD player, MD player, DVD video player, etc. Portable CD player, etc. To a wall outlet AC power adaptor Optical plug To a digital (optical) out jack Optical cable* Optical mini-plug To DC IN 6V To LINE IN (OPT) ∗ See "Optional accessories" (page 80). 3 Record an MD. Jog dial
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    mark is added at the point where you press X again to resume recording while pausing; thus the remainder of the track will be counted as a new track. 3) If you open the lid while "REC-Posi" is set to "From Here", recording will begin from the top of the disc the next time you
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    the battery is removed or becomes exhausted or the AC power adaptor is disconnected) during a recording or case, turn off the anti-skip function. ∗ Electronic Shock Protection z • The recording level is adjusted automatically. To adjust the level manually, see "Adjusting the recording level manually
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    Play an MD. 5-way control key (N, ., >, VOL+, -) X x Jog dial Volume control (VOL+, -) x Jog lever (NX, ., >) 26 1 Press N on the recorder. Press the operate. After you stop the recorder, the recorder will automatically turn off in about 10 seconds (when using batteries) or about 3 minutes (
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    track (except when the disc information is stored to the Personal Disc Memory). If the play does not start Make sure the recorder is not locked (pages 15, 20). Note The playback sound may skip if: • the recorder receives stronger continuous shock. • a dirty or scratched MiniDisc is played. 27
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    the display, and then press the jog dial to enter the selection. Display window on the recorder B C A Each turn changes the display as follows. LapTime t RecRemain t - mode name of the selected sound mode - Batt Stat Current power source (Built-in rechargeable battery: BLT-IN Dry battery:
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    a CD player) since the need to operate the recorder or the sound source is eliminated. Synchro-recording is only possible with the optical cable connected. zREC Jog dial 1 Make connections. Use the appropriate optical cable to suit the source equipment. For details, see "Optional accessories" (page
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    or 4 times (LP4) the normal (stereo) recording time. Monaural recording at 2 times normal recording time is also possible. MDs recorded in MDLP mode can be played back only on MD players or recorders with MDLP playback mode. zREC Jog dial 1 While the recorder is stopped, press the jog dial. 2 Turn
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    using an 80-minute recordable MD 5 Press and slide zREC. 6 Play the source you want to record. To stop recording Press x. The recorder keeps the setting of the recording mode when you record the next time. z Audio components that support the LP2 stereo or LP4 stereo modes are indicated by the
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    microphone input, and analog input. You cannot record through the microphone while an optical cable is connected to the LINE IN (OPT) jack. • The microphone may pick up the operating sound of the recorder itself. Use the microphone away from the recorder in such cases. Please note that the sound of
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    You can add track marks (track number) while recording to divide the material into separate parts. Jog dial T MARK Adding track marks manually 1 While the recorder is recording, press T MARK (press P MODE/ on the remote control). Adding track marks automatically (Auto Time Stamp) Use this feature
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    right channel levels separately. • If you press x during recording operation, the recorder will revert to automatic recording level adjustment mode the next time you start a recording operation. • To adjust the recording level manually during synchro-recording, do steps 1 to 7 of the procedure in
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    you press DISPLAY, the display changes as follows. Display window on the remote control A B A B Track number - Track number Current power source (Built-in rechargeable battery: BLT-IN Dry battery: ADD-ON AC power outlet: AC) Recorded time SP/LP mode of the current track Note Depending on the
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    in the display. To cancel repeat play Press P MODE/ for 2 seconds or more. z By pressing the P MODE/ button during repeat play, you can change the play mode to used with repeat play. For the recorder operation, see page 64. Indication1) Play mode (none) All the tracks are (normal Play) played
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    to tracks in a desired sequence (Program Play) 1 While playing, press P MODE/ repeatedly until "PGM" appears in the display. 2 Slide the jog lever . Note If you open the lid, all bookmarks are canceled. For the recorder operation, see page 64. Track Programmed sequence number 3 Repeat step 2 to
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    ) 1 While playing, press SOUND repeatedly to select "V-SUR" 2 Press SOUND for 2 seconds or more. 3 Slide the jog lever repeatedly to select the surround mode. A B Each time you slide the jog lever, A and B change as follows: A B STUDIO V-SUR S 38 Each time you slide the jog lever, A and
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    or more. To return to the preceding setting Press x. For the recorder operation, see page 66. Changing playback speed (Digital Pitch Control) appears in the display, and then press the jog lever. The player changes to speed-setting mode. Select the speed while listening the sound. 4 Slide the jog
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    playback speed reverts to the normal speed (0%). Note When using digital pitch control, you may hear noise or an echo in the playback. For the recorder operation, see page 67. Setting the alarm (Melody Timer) The alarm is convenient way to remind yourself of important times, such as when to get
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    . If the alarm sounds during stop mode, then the power will automatically turn off 10 seconds after the alarm stops. If the alarm stops while an MD is playing, the playback will continue uninterrupted. Notes • The settings will be lost when you start recording. • The timer will begin counting down
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    (LINE OUT) You can listen to the playback sound from connected component. Connect the i/ LINE OUT jack of the recorder to the LINE IN jacks of an amplifier or a tape player with a line cable. Stereo system, etc. 4 Turn the jog dial until "LINE OUT" appears in the display, and then press the jog
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    recordings by adding/ erasing track marks or labeling tracks and MDs. Notes • Premastered MDs cannot be edited. • Close the record-protect tab on the side of the MD Letter input area The cursor flashes. Character palette Since only a part of the character palette is visible on the display, use the
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    . The cursor and character alternate. END SEARCH Jog dial Labeling You can label a track or disc while the recorder is stopped, recording or playing. Note that if you label a track while the recorder is stopped, the track must be the currently selected. 1 Press the jog dial. 2 Turn the jog dial
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    the label name. 8 Press the jog dial for 2 seconds or more. A track or disc is labeled. Note When the recording is stopped while labeling a track or a disc during recording, or when the recording moves on to the next track while labeling a track, the input at that point is entered automatically. Re
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    tracks (Move) You can change the order of the recorded tracks. Note To move tracks in a disc with group settings, the jog dial until "EDIT" appears in the display, and then press the jog dial. The recorder plays the selected track repeatedly. 3 Turn the jog dial until "Move" appears in the display,
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    new track from the part following the track mark. You can also make fine adjustments to the track mark position before making the actual division. The track numbers will increase as follows. This function can be set with the recorder or pausing an MD, press T MARK on the recorder at the point
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    in a disc with group settings, see page 53. • You cannot combine tracks recorded in different recording mode. 1 2 3 4 Erase a track mark 1 2 3 Track numbers decrease 5- contains a checked-out track. In this case, check in the track or tracks to the computer. • When you erase groups, see page
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    marks at the beginning and the end of the part you want to erase, then erase the part (page 47). To erase the whole disc You can quickly erase all the tracks and data of the MD at the same time. Note that once a recording has been erased, you cannot retrieve it. Be sure
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    of MDs on which several albums or CD singles have been recorded in MDLP (LP2/LP4) mode. What is a disc with group settings? The recorder can 12345 6 7 12345 123 Tracks that were not assigned to a group are treated as being part of "Group - -". You can create a maximum of 99 groups on a disc. Note
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    procedure from step 2. • You can set the recorder to always create a new group without pressing the GROUP button. See page 63 for details. Using done on the remote control. For details on operations done on the recorder, see page 65. P MODE/ Jog lever (., >, ENT) +, - Playing a track in
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    shuffle play and program play function can be used during group play mode. 1 Press P MODE/ repeatedly. After normal playback, the following play modes are displayed. Display Play mode All tracks in the groups (Normal play back once (starting Group Play) with the first track in group 1). , SHUF
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    Editing groups This section explains the operations that are done on the recorder. For details on operations done on the recorder, see the pages indicated for each operation. Assigning tracks or groups as a new group (Group Setting) With this function, you can assign existing tracks or groups to a
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    2 seconds or more. To return the setting one level before Press x. For the remote control operation, see page 71. Labeling recorded groups You can label a group while the recorder is recording or playing a track in the group. You can also label a group while a track in the group is selected and the
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    you want to move, press the jog dial. 2 Turn the jog dial until "EDIT" appears in the display, and then press the jog dial. The recorder plays the selected track repeatedly. 3 Turn the jog dial until "Move" appears in the display, and then press the jog dial. 4 Turn the jog dial
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    a group You can erase tracks in a selected group. Note that once a recording has been erased, you cannot retrieve it. Be sure to check the contents of . You cannot erase a group if it contains a checked-out track. In this case, check in the track or tracks to the computer. x Jog dial 1 Select
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    6 Turn the jog dial until " : Erase" appears in the display, and then press the jog dial. The group name and "GP Erase?" appear, and "PushENTER" flashes in the display. 7 Press the jog dial to erase the group. The group is erased. To cancel erasing Press x for 2 seconds or more. To return the
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    you to specify whether recorder record-starting material is overwritten or not point when recording. page 63 Group recording Sets the recorder to create a new recorder group with each recording operation. page 63 Playing Selecting the play mode Selects the play mode, such as repeat play
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    contrast of the display window on the recorder. Labels tracks, groups, or the disc. Changes the order of tracks or groups. Operation recorder recorder remote control recorder remote control recorder remote control remote control recorder recorder remote control recorder remote control Site page
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    Function Erasing What it does Erases tracks, groups, or the entire disc contents. Assigning tracks to groups Releasing a group Assigns recorded tracks or groups to a new group. Releases group settings. Melody Timer Sets the alarm to go off after a desired time interval. Personal Disc Stores the
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    How to use the menu items To set the menu items, do the following procedure. On the recorder: 1 Press the jog dial to enter the menu. 2 Turn the jog dial to select the item. 3 Press the jog dial to enter the selection. 4 Repeat
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    will keep correct time as long as the recorder is connected to a power source, such as the charged built-in rechargeable battery, alkaline dry battery, or AC power adaptor. However, if the built-in rechargeable battery becomes drained or the BUILT-IN BATTERY switch is set to OFF, the clock setting
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    without overwriting existing material If you wish to avoid recording over the current contents of an MD, do the following procedure. All new material will then be recorded from the end of the current contents. The recorder is factory set to record over existing material. This function can be set
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    play is set. 2 Repeat step 1 to bookmark the other tracks. To play the bookmarked tracks 1 Select " TrPLAY?" in step 2 of "Selecting the play mode" (page 64). 2 Select "RepeatON" or "RepeatOFF". To erase bookmarks While playing the track for which you want to erase the bookmark, press the jog lever
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    first track. For the details and the remote control operation, see page 37. Playing a track in group play 1 Do steps 1 and 2 of "Selecting the play mode" (page 64) and select " :Normal" in step 2. To cue to the start of a group (Group Skip) 1 While playing, press GROUP. 2 Press the control key
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    the each frequency (100Hz - 10 kHz) B Indication which represents each sound mode appears. B Each time you turn the dial, A changes. When you press SU CUSTOM1 S1 CUSTOM2 S2 To modify and store the sound 1 While the recorder is playing, enter the menu and select "SOUND" - "SOUND EQ" "CUSTOM1
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    ". Display window on the recorder Display window on the remote control To switch back to the normal setting Select "NORMAL". Notes • When the power mode is set to "QUICK", the power remains on within the recorder even when nothing appears in the display. This leads to a shorter battery life. For
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    name (Title) Disc name Group name Sound mode name (Sound) Indication - of the selected sound mode - Batt Stat Current power source (Built-in rechargeable battery: BLT- IN Dry battery: ADD-ON AC power outlet: AC) RecDate Recorded Recorded time date Note Depending on the group settings
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    window (Contrast Adjustment) You can adjust the contrast of the display window on the recorder. This function can be set with the recorder only. 1 While the recorder switch between capital letters, small letters, and numbers/ marks. Press P MODE/ . To insert a blank space. Press +. To delete a letter
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    until the destination track number appears in the display. Example: When moving to track number 2, "Tr002" appears in the display. For details and the recorder operation, see page 46. Moving a track in a disc with group setting 1 While playing the track you want to move enter the menu and select
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    "GP Erase?" and "PushENTER" appear in the display. 4 Press the jog lever to erase a group. For details and the recorder operation, see page 56. Assigning tracks or groups as a new group (Group Setting) 1 Enter the menu and select "EDIT" - " : Set". 2 Slide the jog lever repeatedly until the number
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    • Group mode • Program play • Sound quality (Virtual Surround/6-Band Eqaualizer) • Playback speed (Digital Pitch Control) • Bookmark 1 When the recorder is stopped, playing, or play-paused, enter the menu and select "USEFUL" "PERSONAL". "Entry?" appears in the display. Display window on the recorder
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    for up to 20 discs can be stored. Any settings stored afterwards will replace the settings for the least used disc among the 20. • If you stored on the recorder, the disc will no longer be recognizable by the recorder and the stored information will become useless. In this case, store the settings
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    Move Erase LapTime : Move y : Erase y - : Move : Erase y : Erase RecRemain (while - recording and stopped)/1 Remain (while playing) GP Remain - AllRemain - Title - Sound - Batt Stat - Clock - PLAY MODE Normal 1 Track RepeatOFF (factory setting) y RepeatON TrPLAY Shuffle Program
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    Menu 1 USEFUL REC SET OPTION Menu 2 PERSONAL M-TIMER DPC AUDIO OUT REC MODE RecVolume TIME MARK MIC SENS : REC SYNC REC AVLS BEEP REC-Posi PowerMode CONTRAST JOG DIAL CLOCK SET Menu 3 Entry? y Erase? OFF (factory setting) y ON -
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    size AA) alkaline dry battery (used with the supplied dry battery case) It is preferable to use the recorder on house current when recording for a long time. When powering the recorder with batteries, make sure the internal battery is fully charged or that the alkaline dry battery is new to prevent
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    to use this recorder for a long time, be sure to disconnect the power supply (AC power adaptor, dry battery, rechargeable battery, or car battery cord). To is a characteristic of the built-in lithium-ion battery.) • The USB cradle and the recorder may become hot during the charging procedure; this
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    terminal on the power supply cable and follow to the local regulations on battery disposal. On the dry battery case The supplied dry battery case is designated for this recorder only. On the MiniDisc cartridge • When carrying or storing the MiniDisc, keep it in its case. • Do not break open the
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    wipe away battery fluid from the battery compartment before inserting new ones. On mechanical noise The recorder gives off mechanical noise while operating, which is caused by the power-saving system of the recorder and it is not a problem. To protect a recorded MD To record-protect an MD, slide
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    to change without notice. Optional accessories Optical Cable POC-151HG, POC-152HG, POC-MZ1, POC-MZ2, POC-15B, POC-15AB, POCDA12SP Line Cable RK-G129, RK-G136 Stereo Microphones ECM-717, ECM-MS907, ECM-MS957 MDR-series Stereo Headphones/earphones* SRS-series Active Speakers Recordable MDs MDW-series
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    Your dealer may not handle some of the above listed accessories. Please ask the dealer for detailed information about the accessories in your country. ∗ When using optional headphones, use only headphones/earphones with stereo mini plugs. You cannot use headphones/ earphones with micro plugs. 81
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    (nothing appears in the display window). , Charge the built-in rechargeable battery. It takes one minute after placing the recorder on the USB cradle for an indication to appear and charging to start. If charging does not start even after a minute, replace the recorder on the USB cradle again. • The
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    level manually). , Pause the recorder and adjust the recording level (page 34). • The power sources was disconnected or a power outage occurred during recording. , The recording result is not recorded on the disc. Make recording again. • The premastered MD is inserted. , Replace to the recordable MD
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    ). • This is due to the MiniDisc system limitation. Normally, recording is done in minimum units of approximately 2 seconds (in SP stereo), 4 seconds (in LP2 stereo mode or monaural), or 8 seconds (in LP4 stereo mode). When recording is stopped, the last unit of recording always uses this unit of
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    24 seconds) during check out. • This is due to the MiniDisc system limitation. Repeated recording and erasing may cause fragmentation and scattering of data. Although those scattered data can be read, each fragment is counted as a track. In this case, the number of tracks may reach 254 and further
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    analog mode (in digital mode, the recording level is automatically set to the same level as that of the sound source). Or you used a connecting cord with an attenuator. , Use a correct connecting cord without an attenuator. • The recording level was low. , Adjust the recording level manually while
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    during recording or editing, or the battery have been exhausted. , Set the power sources again, or replace the exhausted battery with new ones. then erase it using the SonicStage software. computer. Track marks cannot be erased. • This is due to the MiniDisc system limitations. When the data of
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    to the DC IN 6V jack on the USB cradle or the dry battery case and to the house current. • The built-in rechargeable battery or dry battery is weak ("LOW BATT" flashes or nothing appears). , Charge the built-in rechargeable battery or replace the dry battery with a new one (page 18), or use the
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    Rerecord the disc. If the error message still appears, replace it with another disc. • There is an internal malfunction in the system. , Remove the recorder from the USB cradle, restart your computer, and then place the recorder on the USB cradle again. , Set the BUILT-IN BATTERY switch to OFF, and
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    32° F) to +40° C (+104° F). Charging • The internal battery is being charged. DISC FULL ERROR • The remaining recording time on the disc is 12 seconds (SP stereo), 24 seconds (LP2 stereo or monaural), 36 seconds (LP4 stereo), or less. , Replace the disc. • There is an internal malfunction in the
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    Error message LOW BATT MEM OVER MENU NAME FULL NO COPY NO DISC NO EDIT No Entry! No MARK Meaning/Remedy • Batteries are weak. , Charge the rechargeable battery or replace the dry battery (page 18). • You tried to record with the recorder play or record with no disc in the recorder. , Insert an MD. •
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    Error make the following settings while recording. - Personal Disc Memory - Melody Timer - Digital Pitch Control - Recording mode - Recording level - Selection of to record or edit on a pre mastered MD (P/B stands for "playback"). , Insert a recordable MD. • You tried to record or edit on a MD with
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    • Heat has built up in the recorder. , Let the recorder cool down. • The MD player is recording information (track start and end position) player to physical shock, nor disrupt power supply. • The recorder cannot read the disc information correctly. , Insert another disc. , If it is no problem to
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    be copied incorrectly: • when you record from some CD players or multi disc players using digital (optical) input. • when the source is in shuffle or program play mode while recording using digital (optical) input. In this case, play the source in normal play mode. • when programs with audio that
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    This recorder supports DSP TYPE-S, a specification for high-level Sony MiniDisc decks equipped with digital signal processors (DSP). This specification allows the recorder to produce high-quality sound from tracks recorded in MDLP mode. Since it retains DSP TYPE-R support, the recorder produces
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    to your computer You can record audio data to your computer from sources such as audio CDs and the Internet (page 104). Audio CDs Internet On the computer Listening You can
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    data from a computer to a MiniDisc device. To use this Net MD with your computer requires a software application called "SonicStage". SonicStage software provides a database for managing audio data in the computer and functions for playing the audio data in various play modes, editing the data, and
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    1 Providing the required system environment. (page 99) 2 Installing the software onto your computer. (page 100) 3 Connecting the Net MD to your computer. (page 103) 4 Storing audio data to your computer. In this manual, recording from an audio CD is explained. (page 104) 5 Transferring audio
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    and software are required in order to use the SonicStage software for the Net MD. Computer services • Windows Media Player (version 7.0 or higher) installed for playing WMA files 1) See page 117 for details. This software is not supported by the following environments: • Macintosh • Windows XP
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    the installation of the SonicStage Ver.1.5 software supplied with your Net MD. Before installing the software 1 Make sure to note the following before installing the software. Do not connect the dedicated USB cable before the installation! The SonicStage software may not correctly load or operate
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    setup program starts up automatically and the SonicStage Ver.1.5 installation window appears. 3 Click to select [SonicStage 1.5]. To use this software with the Net MD, you must install SonicStage Ver.1.5 and the Net MD driver. Click [SonicStage 1.5] • When installing SonicStage for the first time
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    4 Follow the displayed instructions. Read the instructions carefully. The installation may take has completed. Was the installation successful? If any trouble occurs during the installation, see "Troubleshooting" (page 120). Notes • Do not delete, move install the software thereafter. 102
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    the Net MD to your computer After the software installation is completed, connect the Net MD to your computer. Refer to the operating instructions of the Net MD as well. 1 Insert a recordable disc into the Net MD. 2 Make the power source and the dedicated USB cable connections with the Net MD and
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    Device/ Media" to a Net MD that is externally connected over a USB cable. Starting SonicStage Do one of the following: • Double click ([SonicStage] icon) on the computer. • Select [Start] - [Programs]* - [SonicStage] - [SonicStage]. ∗ [All Programs] in the case of Windows XP SonicStage starts up and
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    CD-ROM drive to verify that the CDROM drive is able to perform the recording properly. 2 Click . The recording navigation window* appears in the display. ∗The recording navigation window makes it easy to make a recording. Simply by doing 1, 2 and 3 in the next step, you can select the audio source
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    select the recording mode. in the middle of the recording window and When recording data in LP2 mode: select ATRAC3 132kbps When recording data in LP4 mode: select ATRAC3 66kbps Click here 5 If the list panel is not displayed, click . List panels appear under the recording window. The contents
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    with the audio data, allowing you to view the data on your Net MD. 1 Start up SonicStage (page 104) and click (Music Drive). "All Playlists" appears and all the albums stored on the Music Drive appear in the Music Drive window. 2 Double click the desired album name. A list of the audio files in
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    audio files to the Net MD This section explains how to check out all audio files in a playlist*. ∗ A playlist is a container that allows the stored audio files in the Music Drive to be classified by genre, artist, etc. 1 Click to display the recording navigation window. 2 Select (Music Drive) for
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    in LP4 mode. SP transfer mode: All data are converted and transferred in normal stereo mode. Select this mode if you listen to checked-out data on equipment that does not support MDLP mode. 4 files in the playlist are checked out to the connected Net MD. To cancel a check-out Click ([Stop]). 109
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    , do not disconnect the dedicated USB cable or power source until the check-out operation has completed. These actions may damage the data or cause the system to malfunction. • Make sure not to bump the Net MD after check-out has started. If you do, the contents of the recording may not be stored
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    the Net MD can be used as an ordinary MiniDisc device. For details on Net MD operations, refer to the "Recorder Operation" section. Listening to an MD with the Net MD connected to the computer If you listen to an MD with the Net MD connected to the computer, be sure to listen with the Net MD itself
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    online help This manual explains only the basic operations of the SonicStage software. However, the software has a host of software is running. z You can display the online help by selecting the following: [Start]-[Programs]*-[SonicStage]-[SonicStage Help] ∗ [All Programs] in the case of Windows XP
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    necessary. Click underlined words to jump to their explanations. Note In the online help, "Device/Media' is the general term for external devices such as Net MDs, Network Walkmans (i.e., portable IC audio players or portable "Memory Stick" audio players), and MusicClips. Device/Media 113
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    to your system. For Windows XP users Restrictions when running the SonicStage software under Windows XP • To install this software, you must log on with a user name with "Computer Administrator restoring the system, an error dialog box may appear. If this occurs, do as instructed by the message. 114
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    If an audio file becomes unplayable after restoring the system, an error dialog box may appear. If this occurs, do as instructed by the message. For Windows 2000 users Restrictions when running the SonicStage software under Windows 2000 • You must log on as "Administrator" to install the SonicStage
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    procedure will vary depending on the software installed on your computer. Users with OpenMG Jukebox installed Installed Version Ver.1.0~2.1 Ver.2.2 What to do Install SonicStage 1.5. OpenMG Jukebox Ver.1.0-2.1 is automatically uninstalled and replaced.1) OpenMG Jukebox Ver.2.2 and SonicStage Ver
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    may be lost after the computer wakes up. • If the computer changes to system suspend/hibernation mode, the computer may not recognize the Net MD when it wakes up. If this happens, disconnect the USB cable and reconnect it again. Backing up the audio data Before doing any procedure that may affect
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    Uninstalling the SonicStage software To uninstall the SonicStage software, follow the procedures below. For Windows XP users Log on with a user name with "Computer Administrator" as an attribute. Refer to the operating instructions of your computer for details on logging on as an administrator. 1
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    , the uninstallation will be completed. For Windows 2000 users Log on as "Administrator", and then follow the instructions below. Refer to the operating instructions of your computer for details on logging Module 3.1] is not uninstalled since it is commonly used with both software applications. 119
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    problem while using the SonicStage software. In case a message appears, it is recommended that you write it down. Step 1: Check the symptoms in this "Troubleshooting in the SonicStage 1.5 online help (page 112). Check "Troubleshooting" under "Additional information" in the online help. Useful
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    another device with USB connection is used • Name of the device (or devices): 1) If you do not specify the destination, the software is installed at C:\Program Files\Sony\SonicStage. 2) To check the SonicStage software version, go to [Menu] - [About SonicStage] in the SonicStage window, or see the
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    USB cable again. • Is an MD inserted in the Net MD? Check if an MD is inserted in the Net MD. • If your computer does not recognize your Net MD even when the Net MD is connected and a disc is inserted, the Net MD driver may not be correctly installed. Go to the [USB Controller] in the Windows
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    installation, watch out for the occurrence of any of the following problems. Problem Cause/Remedy The installation appears to have Check for the appearance of an error message beneath stopped before it has the installation window. completed. t Press the [Tab] key while holding down the [Alt
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    frequently asked questions and answers on the Net MD. On the Net MD What is a "Net MD"? Net MD is a specification that allows audio data in a computer to be transferred to a MiniDisc through a USB cable. Till now, MiniDiscs could be used to record only analog sources (through a microphone or analog
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    On Editing Can checked-out tracks be edited on the Net MD? • Things you can do on the Net MD: - Label contents. - Assign or release groups - Move tracks or groups. • Things you cannot do on the Net MD: - Add track marks (divide)/erase track marks (combine). - Delete tracks, groups, or the entire
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    your computer to prevent unauthorized distribution. * The copyright protection technology of this software conforms to SDMI (Secure Digital Music Initiative) specifications. This software places some restrictions on recording and playback to protect copyrights. You can check in audio files only to
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    on recording and playback. For example, the playback period or playback count for the data may be limited. In such cases, checking out of the audio contents may not be possible. Depending on the contents, some audio data that could be checked out are subject to editing restrictions on the Net MD
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    files from a personal computer to an external device/media (such as a Network Walkman). Returning checked-out music files to the same computer is to check in. (You and management of musical content from distribution services or CDs. By using software that are compliant with OpenMG, audio contents
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    recording an audio CD or converting MP3 and WAV format audio files into ATRAC3 format from among three rates: 132 kbps, 105 kbps or 66 kbps. In the case for usage, distribution, etc. Audio files supporting Windows Media Technologies (WMT) downloaded via EMD* can be imported into and managed
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    Accessories optional 80 supplied 13 ATRAC3 124, 128 Audio CD 96, 105 Auto Time Stamp 33 AVLS 68 B back up 117 Backlight 69 Battery battery life 20 built-in battery 18 dry battery 42 Contrast 69 copyright protection 126 130 D delete (software) 118 Device/Media 108, 113 Digital Pitch Control 39
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    (software) 104 Synchro-recording 29 System environment 99 System limitations 99 T Track mark Add (Divide) 47 Erase (Combine) 48 Transferring to the computer 104 to the Net MD 108 U Uninstalling Windows 2000 119 Windows 98 Second Edition 118 Windows Millennium Edition 118 Windows XP 118 USB cable 13
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    This warranty is valid only in Canada.
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    This warranty is valid only in the United States. Printed in Japan
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