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-11(1) Portable MiniDisc Player Operating Instructions Player Operation p_a_g_e__11______ Software Operation p_a_g_e__32______ "WALKMAN" is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation to represent Headphone Stereo products. is a trademark of Sony Corporation. MZ-N420D © 2004 Sony Corporation - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 2
this product. Model No. MZ-N420D 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 and other important - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 3
of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: MZ-N420D Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: , if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. 3 - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 4
third parties, arising out of the use of the software supplied with this player. • 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 player cannot be used with - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 5
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quickly (Quick Mode 24 Protecting your hearing (AVLS 25 Locking the controls (HOLD 25 Additional information 26 Precautions 26 Specifications 28 Troubleshooting and explanations 29 Troubles and solutions 29 While playing 29 While using group function 30 Others 30 Explanations 31 6 - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 7
33 Installing 34 Providing the required system environment 34 System requirements 34 Installing the software onto your computer 35 Connecting the MD Walkman to your computer 36 Using MD and editing imported tracks 47 Backing up audio data 48 Troubleshooting 48 When you want to know 48 7 - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 8
Other information 49 Uninstalling SonicStage/MD Simple Burner 49 On copyright protection 50 Troubleshooting 51 The software cannot be installed onto your computer 52 Using a MD Walkman connected to the computer 53 Index ...54 8 - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 9
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manual explain all of the player functions. Troubleshooting and explanations (page 29) This section shows the troubles you may find while using the player, and their solutions. When using the Net MD (the player) connected to your computer Software by the software. • the respective manuals. • - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 11
Player Operation Checking the supplied accessories Headphones/earphones (1) Dedicated USB cable (1) CD-ROM (SonicStage Ver. 2.0 and MD Simple Burner Ver. 2.0) (1)* Recordable disc (USA and Canada models only) (1) ∗Do not play a CD-ROM on an audio CD player. 11 - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 12
two designs with different shapes and names for the buttons. Front of the player 3 3 4 4 5 5 1 1 2 62 6 7 7 8 8 On the following pages of this manual, explanations are given using the illustration in the top-left of this page. A Display window B VOL (VOLUME ) +* and - button ∗ The VOL - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 13
Back of the player 2 3 1 A OPEN button B Hand strap hole Use the hole to attach your own strap. C Battery compartment lid The display window of the player 1 4 2 5 6 3 7 8 A Disc indication B Group mode indication Lights up when group mode is on. C Track number display D Battery level - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 14
about 300 tracks (of about 600 tracks (of about data from the computer3) 5 minutes each) 5 minutes each) 5 minutes each) 1) When using a new Sony LR6 (size AA) alkaline dry battery (produced in Japan). 2) Measured in accordance with the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 15
2 Make connections and unlock the controls. 1 Connect the headphones/earphones to i. 2 Slide HOLD in the opposite direction of the arrow indicated on the player (HOLD .) to unlock the control. HOLD Connect firmly. to i 15 - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 16
Playing an MD right away! 1 Insert an MD. 1 Press OPEN to open the lid. 2 Insert an MD to the direction of the arrow with the label side facing front, and press the lid down to close. 2 Play an MD. ENT/NX, ., >, x/CANCEL VOL +, - 1 Press NX. 2 Press VOL + or - to adjust the volume. The volume - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 17
used while jogging. Note The playback sound may skip if: • the player receives stronger continuous shock. • a dirty or scratched MiniDisc is played. z • The MZ-N420D supports DSP TYPE-S for ATRAC/ATRAC3. It thus allows you to enjoy TYPE-S high-quality sound from MDs recorded in MDLP mode on TYPE - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 18
Various ways of playback Selecting the play mode You can select various play modes such as normal play, single-track play (1 Trk), or shuffle play (Shuff). You can also select repeat play with the selected play mode. MENU ENT/NX, ., >, x/CANCEL 1 Press MENU. 2 Press . or > repeatedly until "P-MODE" - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 19
Adjusting treble or bass (Digital Sound Preset) You can adjust the treble and bass to suit your taste. The player can store two sets of treble-bass adjustments, which can then be selected later during playback. MENU ENT/NX, ., >, x/CANCEL Selecting the sound quality Factory settings Factory settings - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 20
To cancel the procedure Press MENU. To return the preceding settings Press x/CANCEL. Note When using a digital sound preset, the sound may break or become distorted if the volume is turned up too high, depending on the settings or the track. In this case, change the settings of the sound quality. 20 - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 21
can create a maximum of 99 groups on a disc. Note The player does not support the recording of group settings on the player. Use the supplied SonicStage software to assign tracks to group. For details, see "Software Operation" section (page 32). MENU GROUP ENT/NX, ., >, x/CANCEL Playing a track in - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 22
Selecting the play mode for group play (Group Play Mode) The shuffle play and repeat play function can be used during group play mode. 1 Press MENU. 2 Press . or > until "P-MODE" appears in the display, and then press ENT/NX. 3 Press . or > repeatedly to select the play mode, and then press ENT/NX - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 23
Other Operations Viewing various information You can check the track name, disc name, etc. during playback. Group-related items appear only when a track with group settings is played. MENU ENT/NX, ., >, x/CANCEL A B Track number - Track number C The elapsed time Track name The number of GP - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 24
Starting the playback quickly (Quick Mode) After pressing the playback button or cueing to the track, the playback can start quickly. MENU Notes • When the power mode is set to "QUICK", the power remains on within the player even when nothing appears in the display. This leads to a shorter battery - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 25
Protecting your hearing (AVLS) The AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) function sets a maximum volume level to protect your ears. MENU Locking the controls (HOLD) To prevent the buttons from being accidentally operated when you carry the player, use this function. HOLD ENT/NX, ., >, x/CANCEL 1 - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 26
• If you experience an allergic reaction to the supplied headphones/earphones, stop using them at once and consult a doctor or a Sony service center. Preventing hearing damage Avoid using headphones/earphones at high volumes. Hearing experts advise against continuous, loud and extended play. If you - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 27
is not protected. Terminals When recording with the supplied application software Before you remove the MD after the transfer of audio lid. If you have any questions or problems concerning your player, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. (If a trouble occurred when the disc was in the player - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 28
Specifications MD Player Audio playing system MiniDisc digital audio system Laser diode properties Material: GaAlAs Wavelength: λ = 790 nm Emission duration: continuous Laser output: less than 44.6 µW (This output is the value measured at a distance of 200 mm from the objective lens surface on the - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 29
Troubleshooting and explanations Troubles and solutions If you find any troubles operating the player, follow the steps below. 1 Check this section, "Troubles and solutions" (page 29). 2 If you cannot solve the problem after you made checks, consult your nearest Sony dealer. While playing Symptom - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 30
the display). , Use a disc with group setting. A track cannot be checked out to a new group. A new group cannot be created on the supplied SonicStage software. • This is due to the MiniDisc system limitations. Group information has been written to the area where the disc name is stored. The disc - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 31
MD mode cannot be played on this player. Explanations About the DSP TYPE-S for ATRAC/ATRAC3 This player supports playback with the DSP TYPE-S specification for high-level Sony MiniDisc decks equipped with digital signal processors (DSP). This specification allows tracks recorded in MDLP mode to be - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 32
What you can do with MD Simple Burner/SonicStage What you can do with MD Simple Burner MD Simple Burner allows you to record music tracks from an audio CD in the CD drive of your personal computer to an MD Walkman, without first recording the music tracks to the computer. Audio CD MD Walkman What - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 33
Basic operational flow using an MD Walkman MD Simple Burner SonicStage Providing the required system environment (page 34) Installing the software onto your computer (page 35) Software Operation Connecting an MD walkman to your computer (page 36) Recording music tracks from an audio CD in the - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 34
registration, EMD services and CDDB • Windows Media Player (version 7.0 or higher) installed for playing WMA files This software is not supported by the Multi-monitor environment • Macintosh Notes • We do not ensure trouble-free operation on all computers that satisfy the system requirements. • - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 35
version of your software. Follow the instructions that appear in the window for the installation. You will still be able to use music data registered by a previous software version even the installation successful? If any trouble occurs during the installation, see "Troubleshooting" (page 51). 35 - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 36
Connecting the MD Walkman to your computer After the software installation is completed, connect the MD Walkman to your computer. 1 Insert a recordable disc into the MD Walkman. 2 Insert the new dry battery into the MD - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 37
Using MD Simple Burner Recording by computer operations MD Simple Burner allows you to record music tracks from an audio CD in the CD drive of your personal computer to the MD Walkman. To start MD Simple Burner, click [Start] - [All Programs]* - [MD Simple Burner] - [MD Simple Burner]. ∗ [ - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 38
The window for recording selected tracks from an audio CD Track information (CD) [CONFIG] Click here to do the following: -Set the CD-ROM drive -View version information for MD Simple Burner Total time of the -Confirm CD information registered in the CDDB Artist name selected tracks of CD - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 39
Using SonicStage Importing audio data This section explains how to record and store audio data from an audio CD to My Library of SonicStage on the hard disk drive of your computer. You can record or import music from other sources such as the Internet and your computer's hard disk. Refer to - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 40
4 If necessary, click to uncheck tracks you do not want to record. If you unchecked a box by mistake, click it again to restore the check. To check all boxes, click . To uncheck all boxes, click . 5 If necessary, change the format and bit rate for recording the audio CD. When you click [Format/Bit - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 41
Transferring audio data from your computer to the MD Walkman Audio data stored in My Library of SonicStage can be transferred to your MD Walkman an infinite number of times. Transfer Destination list [Transfer] The My Library list [Transfer Mode] 1 Connect your MD Walkman to the computer. After - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 42
5 Click . Transfer of the tracks selected in step 3 begins. To stop transferring Click . Notes • A transfer will fail and an error message will appear in the following cases: -When there is no enough free space on the MD disc. -When the track is subject to playback restrictions. • During the - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 43
Transferring back audio data from the MD Walkman to your computer Transfer Destination list [Transfer] The My Library list List of tracks on the MD Transferring from the MD Walkman back to your computer Audio data that has been transferred from your computer and stored on the MD can be - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 44
4 Click in the middle of the screen. The transferring of the tracks selected in step 3 starts. To stop transferring Click . Note Tracks transferred to the MD Walkman from another computer cannot be transferred back to My Library on your computer. 44 - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 45
Help, "Device/Media" is the general term for the external device such as the MD Walkman, the Network Walkman, and the CD Walkman. • Follow the instructions of your internet provider regarding such things as recommended system. 45 - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 46
Viewing how to use SonicStage Help The left side frame The right side frame 1 Double click [Overview] in the left-side frame. 2 Click [About This Help File]. The explanation will appear in the right-side frame. 3 Read the text. Scroll the display if necessary. Click underlined words to jump to - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 47
audio data from the Internet Import audio files on the computer in SonicStage SonicStage Help [Importing tracks] - [Purchasing Tracks from a Music Service Site] [Importing tracks] - [Importing Music Files] Listening to audio data on the computer To SonicStage Help Listen to audio data from - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 48
] - [Backing Up Data to a Disk] [Backing Up My Library] - [FAQ-About SonicStage Backup Tool] Troubleshooting To Look up troubleshooting procedure SonicStage Help [Additional Information] - [Troubleshooting] When you want to know To SonicStage Help Look up unknown words [Additional Information - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 49
in the "Currently Installed Programs" list, and then click [Change and Remove]*. Follow the displayed instruction and restart your computer. The uninstallation is completed when the computer has restarted. ∗ [Change/Remove not delete OpenMG Secure Module 3.4 since it may be used by other software. 49 - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 50
computer to prevent unauthorized distribution. Restrictions on audio content High-quality digital audio content is widely available through music distribution services on the Internet. To protect the copyrights of its holders from unauthorized distribution, some audio content is distributed with - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 51
Troubleshooting" section. 2 Check the symptoms in SonicStage Help when you use SonicStage. 3 If the problem cannot be solved after checking the above references. Check the following table and then consult your nearest Sony To check the SonicStage software version, go to [Help] - [About SonicStage] - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 52
cannot be installed onto your computer Problem Cause/Remedy The installation was not successful. You are using an OS that does not support this software. tSee page 34 for more details. All windows applications are not closed. tIf you start the installation while other programs are running - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 53
Using a MD Walkman connected to the computer Problem Cause/Remedy Your computer does not recognize the the MD Walkman. The Net MD driver is not be installed. tInstall the SonicStage/MD Simple Burner software using the supplied CD-ROM. Even though the dedicated USB cable is used to connect the MD - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 54
Copyright protection 50 D Digital Sound Preset 19 DSP TYPE-S 31 E EMD service 34 G G-PROTECTION 17 Group function 21 play 21 skip 21 H Hard 40 S SonicStage 39 SonicStage Help 45 SonicStage Ver.2.0 11 Start (software) MD Simple Burner 37 SonicStage 39 System environment 34 System limitations 34 - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 55
This warranty is valid only in Canada. - Sony MZ-N420DPS | Operating Instructions - Page 56
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(1)
Portable
MiniDisc Player
Operating Instructions
Player Operation ________________________________
Software Operation ______________________________
page 11
page 32
© 2004 Sony Corporation
MZ-N420D
“WALKMAN” is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation to
represent Headphone Stereo products.
is a
trademark of Sony Corporation.