Sony MZ-R37SP Operating Instructions
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3-045-473- 11(1) Portable MiniDisc Recorder Operating Instructions TM MZ-R37SP ©2000 Sony Corporation - Sony MZ-R37SP | Operating Instructions - Page 2
. IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE, OR LOSSES OR EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY DEFECTIVE PRODUCT OR THE USE OF ANY PRODUCT. "MD WALKMAN" is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Owner's Record The serial number is located at the rear of - Sony MZ-R37SP | Operating Instructions - Page 3
Welcome! Welcome to the world of the MiniDisc! Here are some of the capabilities and features you'll discover with the new MiniDisc Recorder. • Recording MiniDisc Walkman with a new, thin body design - Easy to carry in your bag. • Shock-resistant memory - Offsets up to 40 seconds of optical read - Sony MZ-R37SP | Operating Instructions - Page 4
cable required 11 To start/stop recording in sync with the source player (Synchro-recording 11 Recording from a microphone 12 Recording in monaural for double the normal recording time ...... 13 Adjusting the recording level manually (Manual recording) ......... 13 Checking the remaining time or - Sony MZ-R37SP | Operating Instructions - Page 5
Power sources 23 Charging the nickel metal hydride rechargeable batteries 23 Using on dry batteries 24 Additional information 25 Precautions 25 Troubleshooting 27 System limitations 29 Messages 30 Specifications 32 What is an MD 33 Looking at the controls 35 5 - Sony MZ-R37SP | Operating Instructions - Page 6
* Use the connecting cords without an attenuator. To connect to a portable CD player with a stereo minijack, use the RK-G136 connecting cord (not supplied). 2 Insert a recordable MD. 1 Slide OPEN and open the lid. 6 2 Insert a recordable MD with the label side facing up, and press the lid down to - Sony MZ-R37SP | Operating Instructions - Page 7
of the first track. Check the point to start recording on the display. If the recording does not start •Make sure the recorder is not locked (page 17). •Make sure the MD is not record-protected (page 26). •Premastered MDs cannot be recorded over. Note If the power supply is disrupted (i.e. the - Sony MZ-R37SP | Operating Instructions - Page 8
Playing an MD right away! To use the recorder on rechargeable batteries or dry batteries, see "Power sources" (pages 23 AC power adaptor (AC-E45HG, not supplied) 2 Insert an MD. to DC IN 4.5V 1 Slide OPEN and open the lid. 2 Insert an MD with the label side facing up, and press the lid down to - Sony MZ-R37SP | Operating Instructions - Page 9
the next track Go backwards while playing1) Go forward while playing1) Remove the MD Press = once. Press + once. Keep pressing =. Keep pressing +. Press of the first track. If the play does not start Make sure the recorder is not locked (page 17). When using optional headphones Use only headphones - Sony MZ-R37SP | Operating Instructions - Page 10
", page page 20). 20). Same as the source Adjusted automatically. Can also be adjusted manually ("Adjusting the recording level manually", page 13). Note Track marks may be copied incorrectly : •when you record from some CD players or multi disc players using digital input. •when the source is - Sony MZ-R37SP | Operating Instructions - Page 11
the digital source with a digital cable, and insert a recordable MD. CD players, etc. p•CHARGE to (OPTICAL) LINE IN 1 Insert a recordable MD and start recording. For recording operations, see "Recording an MD right away !" (page 6). To record from a portable CD player, set the CD player to pause - Sony MZ-R37SP | Operating Instructions - Page 12
. For other operations, see "Recording an MD right away! " (page 6). To stop recording, press p. Notes •When recording sources with large sound, adjust recording manually to prevent distortion (see "Adjusting the recording level manually", page 13). •You cannot record through the microphone while an - Sony MZ-R37SP | Operating Instructions - Page 13
with an MD player/ recorder that has the monaural playing function. •Sound recorded through digital input can be monitored in stereo through headphones, etc. = + 1 While pressing P, slide and hold REC upward for more than 2 seconds. "Manual" appears and the recorder stands by for recording. To - Sony MZ-R37SP | Operating Instructions - Page 14
the 5th indicator from the left (i.e., the length of the lit recording level indicator reaches the full length of the recording level guide) at maximum input level. Recording level guide Checking the remaining time or the recording position You can check the remaining time, track number, etc. when - Sony MZ-R37SP | Operating Instructions - Page 15
for richer quality audio reproduction. It affects only the sound from the headphones. Digital MEGA BASS•AVLS Bottom 1 Press MODE while the recorder is playing an MD. Each time you press the button, the play mode indication changes as follows. 004 Play mode indication Indication none (normal play - Sony MZ-R37SP | Operating Instructions - Page 16
track Remaining time after the current location 1)Appears only if the track has been labeled. z If you want to check the remaining time or the recording position while recording or in stop mode, see page 14. 16 - Sony MZ-R37SP | Operating Instructions - Page 17
recorder, use this function. HOLD 1 Slide HOLD in the direction of the C to lock the controls of the recorder. Slide HOLD in the opposite direction output is analog. The recorder plays the MD digitally and sends analog signals to the connected equipment. Portable DAT recorder Stereo system, etc. - Sony MZ-R37SP | Operating Instructions - Page 18
to erase, then erase the part. 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 to check the contents of the disc you want to erase. p•CHARGE - Sony MZ-R37SP | Operating Instructions - Page 19
track numbers will increase as follows. 1 . 2 34 4 Track marking 12345 Track numbers increase T MARK•CANCEL Bottom 1 While playing or pausing an MD, press T MARK on the recorder at the point you want to add a mark. "T. ON" appears in the display, and a track mark is added. The track number - Sony MZ-R37SP | Operating Instructions - Page 20
The track numbers will change as follows. 1 2 3 4 4 . Erase a track mark 1 2 3 Track numbers decrease P•CAPS Moving recorded tracks You can change the order of the recorded tracks. Before moving TrackA TrackB TrackC TrackD 1 2 3 4 After moving $ TrackA TrackC Move track C from the - Sony MZ-R37SP | Operating Instructions - Page 21
letters. For each disc, you can enter up to 1700 alphanumeric letters during playback or stop, and 500 alphanumeric letters during one recording. P•CAPS p•CHARGE (•ENTER VOL +/- = + T MARK•CANCEL MODE•DELETE DISPLAY•EDIT•INSERT Labeling a disc during stop 1 Insert a disc. To label a disc that is - Sony MZ-R37SP | Operating Instructions - Page 22
be labeled. Enter a new character over the one you want to change, then keep pressing ENTER for 2 seconds or longer. Notes •You cannot relabel premastered MDs or label MDs that have not been recorded. •The recorder is able to display, but cannot label using, Japanese "Katakana" characters. 22 - Sony MZ-R37SP | Operating Instructions - Page 23
, not supplied) to DC IN 4.5V 2 Insert the rechargeable batteries into the recorder and close the lid. p•CHARGE Bottom 3 Press CHARGE. "Charge" flashes, n Notes •Do not charge any other rechargeable batteries than the optional Sony NHWMAA nickel metal hydride rechargeable batteries. •Be sure to use - Sony MZ-R37SP | Operating Instructions - Page 24
Battery life1) Batteries Recording2) Playback Two size AA (LR6) Sony alkaline dry batteries (not supplied) -----3) Approx. 15.5 hours used one. Do not mix different types of dry batteries. •Stop the recorder before replacing batteries. •When replacing the dry batteries, replace both batteries - Sony MZ-R37SP | Operating Instructions - Page 25
the MiniDisc, keep it in its case. • Do not break open the shutter. • Do not place the cartridge where it will be subject to light, extreme temperatures, moisture or dust. On cleaning • Clean the recorder casing . Be sure to close the disc compartment lid after inserting or ejecting an MD. 25 - Sony MZ-R37SP | Operating Instructions - Page 26
by using the analog (line out) connections. CD player, MD player, etc. Digital recording Homerecorded MD No Recordable digital MD recording If you have any questions or problems concerning your recorder, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. (If a trouble occurred when the disc was in the - Sony MZ-R37SP | Operating Instructions - Page 27
Troubleshooting Should any problem persist after you have made these checks, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Symptom The recorder does not work or works poorly. Cause/Solution • Audio sources may not be securely connected. b Disconnect the audio sources once and connect them again (pages 6, - Sony MZ-R37SP | Operating Instructions - Page 28
Symptom No sound comes through the headphones. An MD is not played from the first track. Playback sound skips. or connect the AC power adaptor correctly. • The power sources have been disconnected during recording or editing, or the batteries have been exhausted. b Set the power sources again, or - Sony MZ-R37SP | Operating Instructions - Page 29
System limitations The recording system in your MiniDisc recorder is radically different from those used in cassette and DAT decks and is characterized by the limitations described below. Note, however, that these limitations are due to the inherent nature of the MD recording system itself and not - Sony MZ-R37SP | Operating Instructions - Page 30
Error message BLANK ERROR FULL SAVING EDIT BUSY HiDCin HOLD LoBATT MEMORY Meaning/Remedy • An MD with no recording on it is inserted. b Insert a recorded MD. • The disc is damaged or does not contain proper recording or editing data. b Reinsert the disc. If this fails, rerecord. • There is no more - Sony MZ-R37SP | Operating Instructions - Page 31
input signals. b Make sure that the source is connected firmly (page 11). • You tried to record or edit on a premastered MD (Pb stands for "playback".) b Insert a recordable MD. • You tried to record or edit on a MD with the tab in the recordprotect position. b Slide the tab back (page 26). • You - Sony MZ-R37SP | Operating Instructions - Page 32
jack, 194 mV, load impedance 10 kilohm or greater 32 General Power requirements Sony AC Power Adaptor AC-E45HG (not supplied) connected at the DC IN 4.5 .) Mass Approx. 160 g (5.6 oz) the recorder only Approx. 220 g (7.8 oz) incl. a recordable MD, and two NH-WMAA nickel metal hydride rechargeable - Sony MZ-R37SP | Operating Instructions - Page 33
Corporation. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. What is an MD? How MiniDisc works MiniDisc (MD) comes in two types: premastered (prerecorded) and recordable (blank). Premastered MDs, recorded at music studios, can be played back almost endlessly. However, they can't be - Sony MZ-R37SP | Operating Instructions - Page 34
inch MiniDisc, MDs offer instantaneous random access to the beginning of any music track. Premastered MDs are recorded with location addresses corresponding to each music selection. Recordable MDs mute when subjected to vibration. The MD system resolves this problem by using a buffer memory that - Sony MZ-R37SP | Operating Instructions - Page 35
jack (8) 8 HOLD switch (17) 9 Digital MEGA BASS•AVLS button (at the bottom) (15, 16) 0 SYNCHRO REC (Synchronized- recording) switch (at the bottom) (11) !¡ !™ !£ !¢ !∞ !§ !¶ !• !ª @º @¡ !¡ P (pause)•CAPS button (7, 9, 21) !™ p (stop)•CHARGE button (7, 9, 23) !£ ( (play)•ENTER button (7, 9, 18 - Sony MZ-R37SP | Operating Instructions - Page 36
recording. !™ Play mode indication (15) Shows the play mode of the MD. !£ Character information display Displays the disc and track names, error messages, track numbers, etc. !¢ REC indication (7) Lights up while recording. Flashes when standing by for recording. Sony Corporation Printed in Japan
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3-045-473-
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(1)
MZ-R37SP
2000 Sony Corporation
TM
Portable
MiniDisc Recorder
Operating Instructions