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PortableMiniDisc Recorder
Operating instructions
MZ-R5ST1998 by Sony Corporation
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WARNING
To prevent fire or shockhazard, do not expose theunit to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock,do not open the cabinet.Refer servicing toqualified personnel only.
CautionThe use of optical instruments with thisproduct will increase eye hazard.
Information
IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER BELIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT,INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIALDAMAGES OF ANY NATURE, ORLOSSES OR EXPENSES RESULTINGFROM ANY DEFECTIVE PRODUCTOR THE USE OF ANY PRODUCT.
"MD WALKMAN" is a trademark of SonyCorporation.
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Welcome!
Welcome to the world of the MiniDisc!Here are some of the capabilities andfeatures you'll discover with the newMiniDisc Recorder.• The MiniDisc station system — Use the
recorder either by itself or attached tothe station dock. Use the recorderattached to the station to enjoy fullfeatures and connectivity. Use therecorder detached from the station forportability.
• High-fidelity recording — Low-noise,low-distortion, high-fidelity recordingthrough the optical digital input jack.
• Sampling rate converter — This unitenables you to record programs fromdigital equipment using othersampling rates, such as a BS tuner orDAT deck.
• Variety of recording options— Long recording with monauralrecording (up to 148 minutes).— Time Machine recording enablesyou to record from the top of a songeven if you pressed the button afteryou heard the beginning of the song.— Connect to an audio-timer to recordwhen you are not home.
• Easy editing with the large LCD paneland the editing buttons— Title samples (21 words andphrases).— UNDO function lets you undo anediting operation.
• Programmed playback — Play any setof tracks in the order of your choice.
• Card remote commander — Operatethe station from a distance. DirectSelection available.
• Output jack for active speakers —Connect to the active speakers SRS-Z1000 (not supplied), etc., to enjoypowerful MD playback at yourdesktop.
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Table of contents
Setting up the station system .................................. 6
Recording an MD right away! .................................. 8
Playing an MD right away! ..................................... 10
Various ways of recording ...................................... 12Recording in sync with the source player (Synchro-recording) ....... 12Starting recording going back 2 seconds (Time Machinerecording) ................................................................................................. 13Recording in monaural for double the normal recording time ........ 14Recording from a microphone ............................................................... 15
To adjust the recording level manually ........................................... 15Recording through analog input (Analog recording) ........................ 16Checking the remaining time or the recording position .................... 17
On the station ....................................................................................... 17On the recorder .................................................................................... 17On the remote control ......................................................................... 18
Setting the clock to stamp the recorded time ...................................... 19
Various ways of playback ....................................... 20Playing an MD on the station ................................................................ 20
Playing back with active speakers .................................................... 20Selecting a track directly (Direct Selection) ..................................... 20Playing selected tracks in the order of your choice(Program Play) ..................................................................................... 21
Playing tracks repeatedly ....................................................................... 22Emphasizing bass (DIGITAL MEGA BASS) ....................................... 23Protecting your hearing (AVLS) ............................................................ 23Checking the remaining time or the playing position ....................... 24
On the station ....................................................................................... 24On the recorder .................................................................................... 24On the remote control ......................................................................... 25
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Editing recorded tracks ........................................... 26Erasing tracks (ERASE) ........................................................................... 26
To erase a track .................................................................................... 26To erase the whole disc ...................................................................... 26
Adding a track mark (TRACK MARK ON)......................................... 27Erasing a track mark (TRACK MARK OFF) ........................................ 28Moving recorded tracks (MOVE) .......................................................... 29Labeling recordings (TITLE) .................................................................. 29Cancelling the last editing operation (UNDO) ................................... 31
Other useful functions ............................................ 32Locking the controls (HOLD) ................................................................ 32Recording/playing with a timer ........................................................... 32
Connection and power sources .............................. 34Hookup for recording — connecting with CD players, etc. .............. 34
Hookup for digital recording ............................................................ 34Hookup for analog recording ............................................................ 34
Hookup for playback — connecting with amplifiers or activespeakers ..................................................................................................... 35
Hookup with digital equipment ....................................................... 35Hookup with analog equipment ....................................................... 35
Power sources .......................................................................................... 36Using the station on house current ................................................... 36Using the recorder on a lithium ion rechargeable battery ............ 36Using the recorder on dry batteries .................................................. 37Battery life ............................................................................................ 38
Additional information ........................................... 39Precautions ............................................................................................... 39Troubleshooting ....................................................................................... 42System limitations ................................................................................... 45Error Messages ......................................................................................... 46Specifications ............................................................................................ 48What is an MD? ........................................................................................ 49Looking at the controls ........................................................................... 51
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Make connections.
Open the lid.
Setting up the station systemConnect other equipment to the station before plugging in the ACpower cord. This section explains how to set up to record from aportable CD player, etc., through digital input. To connect for otherways of recording, see ”Hookup for recording”, (page 34).
Press PUSH OPEN and open the lid.
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1 to OPTICAL(DIGITAL)OUT
toDIGITALIN OPT1or OPT2
to DC IN 9VAC power adaptor(supplied)
to a wall outlet
1 Connect the portable CD playerto the station.
2 Connect the AC power adaptor.
Portable CDplayer, etc.
∫
Optical cable(not supplied)
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Attach the recorder to the station.3
1 Fit the right side of the recorder ...
Notes• Set the clock to stamp the recorded
date and time (see page 19).• When recording from a portable CD
player, play it on AC power anddisable the anti-skip function (such asESP*).* Electronic Shock Protection
• Do not stick stickers, etc., on surfaceswhere the recorder comes to contactwith the station, as this may cause amalfunction.
2 ... and push down the left side untilit clicks.The display will light up on the station ifthe recorder is attached correctly.
Slide RELEASE fully to the right during stop.
RELEASE
∫
To detach the recorder from thestation
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Insert a recordable MD.
Select input.
Recording an MD right away!The explanation here is for recording through digital input. To recordthrough analog input, see page 16. To record with a microphone, seepage 15.
Set INPUT switch to match theinput jack connected to the source.
2 Insert a recordable MDwith the label side facingup, and press the liddown to close.
2
1
OPEN
INPUT
1 Slide OPEN andopen the lid.
INPUT switchOPT 1
OPT 2
Input jack
DIGITAL IN OPT 1
DIGITAL IN OPT 2
∫
Select the point to start recording.
END SEARCH
If you want to record from the end ofthe previous recording, press ENDSEARCH.(If you want to start recording from thebeginning, skip this step).
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Record an MD.41 Press and slide REC to the right .
“REC” lights up in the display andrecording starts.
2 Play the CD or tape you want torecord.
To stop recording, press p.
Note”Toc Edit” flashes while data of therecording (the track’s start and end points,etc.) is being recorded. Do not move or jogthe recorder or disconnect the power sourcewhile the indication is flashing in thedisplay.
To
Pause
Record part way through theprevious recording2)
Remove the MD
Turn power off
Press
P1)
Press P again to resume recording.
(, + or = to find the start pointof recording and press p to stop. Thenslide REC.
p and open the lid.3)
Press POWER
REC
CD player, etc.(source)
1) A track mark is added at the point where you press P; thus the remainder of the track will becounted as a new track.
2) If you start a new recording partway from a previous recording, the previous recording will beoverwritten (erased) by the new one.
3) Once you open the lid, the point to start recording will change to the beginning of the first track.Check the point to start recording on the display.
If the recording does not start•Make sure the MD is not record-protected
(page 40).•If "SCMS NO COPY" is displayed, you
cannot record digitally (page 40).•Premastered MDs cannot be recorded over.
For models supplied with the AC plugadaptorIf the AC power adaptor does not fit the walloutlet, use the AC plug adaptor.
z•You can monitor the sound during
recording. Plug in the headphones to the2HEADPHONES jack on the station, or to2/REMOTE jack on the recorder. Note thatthe quality of sound through theheadphones connected to the recorder isinferior to that connected to the station. Useit to confirm recording.
•The power turns off automatically if youleave the station unoperated for 5 minutesduring stop. Press ( to turn the power onagain.
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Playing an MD right away!
This section explains how to play MDs on the recorder when it isdetached from the station. Make sure the rechargeable battery is fullycharged. For charging and other power sources, see “PowerSources”, (pages 36 to 38).
Insert the rechargeable battery.
Insert an MD.
2 Insert an MD with the label sidefacing up, and press the lid down toclose.
1 Slide OPEN and open the lid.
1
2
OPEN
∫
∫
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Play an MD.3
To
Pause
Find the beginning of the current track
Find the beginning of the next track
Go backwards while playing1)
Go forward while playing1)
Remove the MD
Press (Beeps in the headphones)
P (Continuous short beeps)Press P again to resume play.
= once (Turn the control to =onthe remote control)(Three short beeps)
+ once (Turn the control to(•+ on the remote control)(Two short beeps)
keep pressing = (Turn and hold thecontrol to = on the remote control)
keep pressing + (Turn and hold thecontrol to (•+ on the remotecontrol)
p and open the lid.2)
1) To go backward or forward quickly without listening, press P and keep pressing = or +.2) Once you open the lid, the point to start play will change to the beginning of the first track.
If the play does not startMake sure the recorder is not locked (page32).
zPlayback will switch automatically betweenstereo and monaural according to the soundsource.
To play with the recorder attached tothe stationSee "Playing an MD on the station" (page 20).
When using optional headphonesUse only headphones with a stereo mini-plug. You cannot use headphones with amicro-plug.
VOL –/+
p
(
To stop play, press p.A long beep sounds in the headphones.
1 Press ( (Turn the control to(•+ on the remote control).A short beep sounds in the headphones.
2 Press VOL+/– to adjust the volume.The volume will be shown in the display.
VOL –/+
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Recording in sync withthe source player(Synchro-recording)
You can easily make digital recordings ofa digital source on an MD.Before synchro-recording, makeconnections to the digital source with adigital cable, and insert a recordable MD.
1 Set INPUT switch to ”OPT1” or”OPT2”.Set it to match the input jackconnected to the source.
2 Slide SYNCHRO REC to ON.“SYNC” appears in the display.
3 Press and slide REC to the right.The recorder stands by for recording.
4 Play the source sound.The recorder starts recording when itreceives the playing sound.
zVarious ways of recording
SYNCHRO REC REC
CD players,etc.
To stop recording, press p.
z•You cannot pause manually during
synchro-recording.•When there is no sound from the player for
more than 3 seconds during synchro-recording, the recorder goes into thestandby mode automatically. When thesound comes from the player again, therecorder resumes synchro-recording. If therecorder is kept in the standby mode for 5minutes or longer, the recorder stopsautomatically.
Notes•Do not switch SYNCHRO REC after step 2.
Recording may not be done properly.•When recording in monaural, follow steps
1 and 2 of “Recording in monaural fordouble the normal recording time” (page14) before synchro-recording .
INPUT
0% 50% 100%
LEVEL 0246812LEFT
RIGHT–db50 4030 20
SYNC
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Starting recordinggoing back 2 seconds(Time Machinerecording)
The recorder stores sound input in itsmemory during record standby. Whenyou start Time Machine recording, thesound is recalled from the memory andthe recorder starts recording the soundfrom 2 seconds before.This is convenient, for example, if you donot want to miss the beginning of a trackwhen recording from a BS or a FMprogram.
Start (step 3)
Sound is recorded from here
Stop
Time
Recording
TIME MACHINE REC P
1 While pressing P, press and slideREC to the right.The recorder stands by for recording.
2 Play the sound source.The recorder will start storing thesound input.
3 If you want to record through analoginput, adjust the recording level(follow step 6 in ”Recording throughanalog input”, page 16).
4 Press TIME MACHINE REC to startrecording.The recorder will go back 2 secondsand start recording.
To stop recording, press p.
NoteIf you have taken less than 2 secondsbetween steps 2 and 3, then the time therecorder will go back will also be less than 2seconds.
2 sec.
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5 Play the sound source.
To stop recording, press p.The recorder switches back to stereorecording when you record the next time.
Notes•For longer recordings, we recommend the
use of the recorder attached to the station.•If you record a stereo source in monaural,
the sounds from left and right will bemixed.
•Set SYNCHRO REC to OFF when recordingthrough digital input. You cannot record inmonaural if SYNCHRO REC is slid to ON.
•The MDs recorded in monaural can beplayed back only with an MD player/recorder that has the monaural playingfunction.
MODE
Recording in monauralfor double the normalrecording time
For longer recordings, choose to record inmonaural. The recording time becomesdouble the normal. Monaural recording ispossible either with the recorder detachedfrom or attached to the station.
REC
MODE REC
1 While pressing P, press and slideREC to the right.The recorder stands by for recording.
2 Press MODE.”MONO” and ”Monaural REC”appear in the display, and therecorder switches to monauralrecording.
3 If you want to record through analoginput on the station, adjust therecording level (play the source andfollow step 6 in ”Recording throughanalog input”, page 16).
4 Press P again to start recording.
P
P
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Recording from amicrophone
Connect a stereo microphone (ECM-717,ECM-MS907, ECM-MS957, etc.; notsupplied) to the MIC (PLUG IN POWER)jack. When using the recorder detachedfrom the station, you can only recordthrough the microphone. The recordinglevel is adjusted automatically, thoughyou can adjust manually as well.
1 Select the sensitivity with MIC SENS.Usually, set it to HIGH. Whenrecording loud sounds such as a liveconcert, set it to LOW.
2 Insert a recordable MD and startrecording.Press and slide REC to the right.For other operations, see “Recordingan MD right away! ” (page 8). Thebuttons on the station with the samenames have the same function.
NoteWhen the recorder is attached to the station,you cannot record through the microphone.
MIC SENS (at the bottom)
to MIC(PLUG INPOWER)
Stereo microphone
To adjust the recording levelmanually
= + REC Pp
REC Recordinglevel meter
1 While holding down P, press andhold REC to the right for more than 2seconds.The recorder stands by for recording.
REC
2 Play the source.
3 Observe the level meter in the displayand adjust the recording level bypressing + (+) or = (–). Set thelevel so that the meter shows 4 bars ataverage input level.
4 Press P again to start recording.
To stop recording, press p.The recording level control is switched backto automatic control.
zSelect the sensitivity with MIC SENS.
NoteAdjust the recording level while therecorder is in standby mode. You cannotadjust it while recording.
Recordinglevel
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highlow
6 Observe the level meter in the displayand adjust the recording level withREC LEVEL. Set the level to around12 (-12dB) at average input level.
7 Press P again to start recording.
NoteNote that REC LEVEL is effective evenduring recording; adjusting it will changerecording level.
Recording throughanalog input (Analogrecording)
When recording from a radio or a record,connect analogically (page 35) and recordas follows. Be sure to adjust recordinglevel manually.
Pp
REC REC LEVEL(ANALOG)
Recording level indicator
INPUT
1 Insert a recordable MD.
2 Set INPUT to ANALOG.
3 Select the point to start recording.If you want to record form the end ofthe previous recording, press ENDSEARCH.
4 While holding down P, press andslide REC to the right.The recorder stands by for recording.
5 Play the source.
Recordinglevelindicator
1
0% 50% 100%
LEVEL 0246812
RECLEFT
RIGHT–db50 4030 20
1
0% 50% 100%
LEVEL 0246812
RECLEFT
RIGHT–db50 4030 20
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On the recorder
There is no display on the recorder whenit is attached to the station.
1 Press DISPLAY.Each time you press the button, thedisplay changes as follows.
B
A
B
Elapsed timeRemaining timefor recordingCurrent monthand date1)
Current time1)
A
Track number—
Current year1)
—
While recording
1) Appears only when the clock is set.
DISPLAY
REC
Checking the remainingtime or the recordingposition
You can check information such as theremaining time on the display window ofthe station, the display window of therecorder, or on the display window of theremote control.
On the station
DISPLAY
Tracknumber
Position pointer
B
A
B
Elapsed time
Elapsed time
A
Remaining time forrecordingCurrent time anddate1)
While recording
1) Appears only when the clock is set.
1) Appears only when the clock is set.
In stop mode
A
—
Remaining time forrecording
Remaining time ofthe tracks in thedisc
Current time anddate1)
1 Press DISPLAY.With each press, the display changesas follows.
continued
B
Elapsed time
Elapsed time
Remaining time ofthe current track
Elapsed time
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
0% 50% 100%
LEVEL 0246812
RECLEFT
RIGHT–db50 4030 20
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1)Appears only if the disc/track has beenlabeled.
2) Appears only when the clock is set.
zIf you want to check the playing position ortrack name while playing, see page 24.
In stop mode
B
Elapsed timeTrack name1)
Disc name1)
Current monthand date2)
Current time2)
A
Track numberTrack numberNumber of tracksin the disc
—
—
1)Appears only when the clock is set.
In stop mode
On the remote control
DISPLAY
1 Press DISPLAY.Each time you press the button, thedisplay changes as follows. When therecorder is attached to the station, thedisplay will not change from thetrack number and the elapsed time.
BA
B
Elapsed time
Remaining timefor recording
Current month1)
and date
Current time1)
A
Track number
Track number
—
—
While recording
1) Appears only when the clock is set.
B
Elapsed time
Remaining timefor recording
Remaining timefor playback
Current monthand date1)
Current time1)
A
Track number
—
Remaining numberof tracks
Current year1)
—
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Setting the clock tostamp the recordedtime
To stamp the date and time on the MDwhen you record, you first need to set theclock. You can set the clock either fromthe detached recorder, or from the stationwhen the recorder is attached.
CLOCK SET
LINE(ANALOG) ACTIVESP OUT
DC IN 9V DIGITAL IN DIGITAL OUT
IN OUT OPT 1 OPT 2 OPTICALCLOCK SET
1 Press CLOCK SET.Use a pointed object. The digits of theyear flash.
Display window of the station
2 Change the current year by pressing or µ.To change the digits rapidly, keeppressing  or µ.
3 Press m to enter the year.The digit of the month flashes.
4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to enter thecurrent month, date, hour, andminute.When you press TITLE/ENTER toenter the minute, the clock startsoperating.
If you make a mistake whilesetting the clockPress p, and set the clock again from step2. You can skip a step by pressing m.
To set the clock on the recorderThe procedure is the same as in settingthe clock on the station. Press CLOCKSET at the bottom of the recorder so thatthe digit of the year flashes. Change thenumber with = or +, and enter with(. When you press ( to enter theminute, the clock starts operating.When you attach the recorder to thestation after you have set the clock on therecorder, the clock on the station will besynchronized automatically.
To display the time in the 24-hour systemWhile setting the clock, press DISPLAY.To display the time in the 12-hour system,press DISPLAY again.
Charging the built-in battery forthe clockWhen you use the recorder for the firsttime or after a long period of disuse,charge the built-in battery. After settingthe clock, leave the recorder connected tothe AC power for about 2 hours to chargethe built-in battery. Once charged, thebuilt-in battery should last about a monthwithout connecting to any of the powersources. The recorder will automaticallycharge the built-in battery whileconnected to AC power, dry batteries or arechargeable battery.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
0% 50% 100%
LEVEL 0246812LEFT
RIGHT–db50 4030 20
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zVarious ways ofplayback
Playing an MD on thestation
Play an MD with the recorder attached tothe station as follows. You can use thecard remote commander as well.
P
POWER
+(
p
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
>10 0/10
= ( +
P p
PLAY MODE
POWER
ACTIVE SP
LEVEL
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
>10 0/10
= ( +
P p
PLAY MODE
POWER
ACTIVE SP
LEVEL
POWER = +(p
=
P
Operation
Press (Turn LEVEL on thestationPress PPress P again toresume playPress = once
Press + once
Keep pressing =
Keep pressing +
Press p and openthe lid.2)
Press POWER
To
PlayAdjust the volumeof the headphonesPause
Find the beginningof the current trackFind the beginningof the next trackGo backwards whileplaying1)
Go forward whileplaying1)
Remove the MD
Turn power off
NoteThe power turns off automatically when youleave the station unoperated for 5 minutesduring stop. Press POWER or ( to turn thepower on again.
Playing back with activespeakers
You can enjoy MD playback on activespeakers such as SRS-Z1000 (notsupplied), etc., by connecting it to thestation (page 35).
Operate with the buttons on the station orfrom the card remote commander.
To adjust volumePress ACTIVE SP LEVEL –/+ on thestation or the card remote commander.
Selecting a track directly(Direct Selection)
You can select a track directly by pressingthe track number on the card remotecommander.
1 Press the number key(s) for the tracknumber of the track of your choice.The recorder will play the selectedtrack.
Number keys
ACTIVESP LEVEL
z•To select track number 10, press 0/10.•To select a track number larger than 10,
first press >10, then press the number forthe tens digit and then the units digit. Press0/10 if the units digit is zero.
•To select a track number larger than 100,first press >10 twice, then press the numberfor the hundreds digit, tens digit, and theunits digit.
ACTIVE SP LEVEL
1) To go backwards or forward quicklywithout listening, press P then keeppressing = or +.
2) Once you open the lid, the point to startplay will change to the beginning of thefirst track.
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1 2 4 8 11
0% 50% 100%
LEVEL 0246812LEFT
RIGHT–db50 4030 20
PROGRAM
Playing selected tracks in theorder of your choice(Program Play)
Select up to 20 tracks and play them in theorder of your choice.
Number keys1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
>10 0/10
= ( +
P p
PLAY MODE
POWER
ACTIVE SP
LEVEL(PLAY MODE
1 Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until”PROGRAM” lights up in thedisplay.
2 Press the number key(s) for the tracknumber of your choice in the order tobe played.The tracks are programmed insequence. You can program up to 20tracks.
Programnumber
Track number
Totaltime
To cancel a track, press ERASE/DELETE on the station.
3 Press (.The recorder will play the tracks inthe programmed order.
To display the track orderPress SELECT on the station beforeplaying back. With each press, the tracknumber will be displayed in the orderprogrammed.
To change the programPress ERASE/DELETE on the stationbefore playback to cancel the last track, orpress p to cancel all tracks. Then, repeatfrom step 2.
To program from the station
1 Press MODE repeatedly until”PROGRAM” lights up in thedisplay.
2 Select the track number of yourchoice with the cursor keys and pressSELECT.
3 Repeat step 2 and select tracks in theorder to be played.
4 Press (.
NoteThe program will be erased if you do any ofthe following:• press p• remove the disc• detach the recorder from the station• record or edit
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Playing tracksrepeatedly
You can play tracks repeatedly in threeways — all repeat, single repeat, andshuffle repeat.
On the recorder
Play mode
All the tracksare playedrepeatedly.(all repeat)A single trackis playedrepeatedly.(single repeat)All the tracksare playedrepeatedly inrandom order.(shuffle repeat)
Recorder/Remote control
“ ”
“ 1”
“ SHUF”
MODE
1 Press MODE (PLAY MODE on theremote control) repeatedly duringplayback until the play modeindication of your choice appears inthe display.
MODE
1 2 3
4 5 6
7 8 9
>10 0/10
= ( +
P p
PLAY MODE
POWER
ACTIVE SP
LEVEL
PLAYMODE
On the station
Station
REPEAT
REPEAT 1
REPEATSHUFFLE
PLAYMODE
To cancel repeat playPress MODE (PLAY MODE on the remotecontrol) repeatedly until ”REPEAT” ” ”disappears from the display.
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Protecting your hearing(AVLS)
The AVLS (Automatic Volume LimiterSystem) function keeps down themaximum volume to protect your ears.You can use this function only with therecorder detached from the station.
1 Set AVLS to LIMIT.”AVLS” will appear in the display,and the volume will be limited withina moderate level.
AVLS
Emphasizing bass(DIGITAL MEGA BASS)
Mega Bass function intensifies lowfrequency sound for richer quality audioreproduction. You can use this functiononly with the recorder detached from thestation.
1 Set DIGITAL MEGA BASS to ”1” or”2”.The bass sound will be emphasizedaccordingly (1: moderate effect, 2:strong effect).
Notes•If the sound becomes distorted when
emphasizing bass, turn down the volume.•Mega Bass function does not affect the
sound being recorded.
DIGITAL MEGA BASS
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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
0% 50% 100%
LEVEL 0246812LEFT
RIGHT–db50 4030 20
On the recorder
There is no display on the recorder whenit is attached to the station.
DISPLAY
A
B
1)Appears only if the recorded date and timehas been stamped.
A
Track numberTrack number
Remaining numberof tracksRecorded year1)
—
B
Elapsed timeRemaining time ofcurrent trackRemaining time
Recorded monthand date1)
Recorded time1)
1 Press DISPLAY during playback.With each press, the display changesas follows.
Checking the remainingtime or the playingposition
You can check information such as trackand disc name on the display window ofthe station, the display window of therecorder, or on the display window of theremote control.
On the station
1 Press DISPLAY during playback.With each press, the display changesas follows.
A
B
Diskname1)
Trackname1)
A
—
Remainingnumber oftracks andremainingtimeRecorded timeand date
C
TracknumberTracknumber
RecordedYear month/date2)
B
ElapsedtimeRemainingtime ofcurrent track
Recordedtime2)
1) Appears only if the disc/track has beenlabeled.
2) Appears only if the recorded date and timehas been stamped.
C
DISPLAY
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On the remote control
1 Press DISPLAY during playback.With each press, the display changesas follows. When the recorder isattached to the station, the displaywill not change from the tracknumber and the elapsed time.
DISPLAY
A B
1)Appears only if the disc/track has beenlabeled.
2)Appears only if the recorded date and timehas been stamped.
zIf you want to check the remaining time orthe recording position while recording or instop mode, see page 17.
B
Elapsed timeTrack name1)
Disc name1)
Recorded monthand date2)
Recorded time2)
A
Track numberTrack numberNumber of tracksin the disc
—
—
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Erasing tracks (ERASE)
To erase a track
Make sure of the track you are erasing.
1 Press ERASE/DELETE while playingthe track you want to erase.“Erase OK? n Push Enter” appearsin the display, and the recorder playsthe selected track repeatedly. Tocancel erasing, press p.
2 Check the track number in thedisplay and press TITLE/ENTER.The track is erased from the MD andthe remaining tracks are renumbered.The recorder will start to play thenext track.
To erase a part of a trackAdd track marks (page 27) at thebeginning and the end of the part youwant to erase, then erase the part.
zEditing recorded tracksYou can edit your recordings by adding/erasing track marks or labeling tracks andMDs. Premastered MDs cannot be edited.
Notes on editing•Do not move or jog the recorder while “Toc
Edit”* is flashing in the display.•You cannot edit tracks on an MD that is
record-protected. Before editing tracks,close the tab on the side of the MD.
*TOC = Table of Contents
To erase the whole disc
You can erase all the tracks and data ofthe MD at the same time.Be sure to check the contents of the discyou want to erase.
1 In stop mode, keep pressing ERASE/DELETE and press and slide REC tothe right.“All Erase OK ? n Push Enter”appears in the display. To cancelerasing, press p.
2 Press TITLE/ENTER.”Toc Edit” flashes in the display.When the MD is erased, “BLANKDISC” appears.
p
p REC
ERASE/DELETE
ERASE/DELETE
TITLE/ENTER
TITLE/ENTER
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Adding a track mark(TRACK MARK ON)
You can add track marks so that the partafter the new track mark is counted as anew track.The track numbers will increase as follows.
41 2 3 4
1 While playing or pausing an MD,press TRACK MARK on the station atthe point you want to add a mark.”Rehearsal” and ”Track Mark ONOK? n Push Enter” will appear. Afour second segment will be playedrepeatedly. Press the cursor keys toadjust the point to be marked. It canbe moved forward or backward up toeight seconds, in 0.06 second steps.To cancel adding, press p.
2 Press TITLE/ENTER.”Track Mark ON” will be displayed.A track mark is added and theportion after the mark will becounted as a new track.
1 2 3 4 5
Track numbers increase
. Add a Track mark
TITLE/ENTERCursor keysTRACK MARK
To insert a track mark on therecorderPress T MARK during playback or pause.A track mark will be added where youpressed the button.
To add track marks whilerecordingPress TRACK MARK on the station, TMARK on the recorder or TRACK MARK onthe remote control. A track mark will beadded where you pressed the button.
NoteWhen adding a track mark with the recorder,or when adding a track mark duringrecording, the mark will be added at thepoint where you pressed the T MARK or theTRACK MARK button. You cannot adjust itsposition with the cursor keys.
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Erasing a track mark(TRACK MARK OFF)
When you record with analog (line) input,unnecessary track marks may be recordedwhere recording level is low. You canerase a track mark to combine the tracksbefore and after the track mark. The tracknumbers will change as follows.
1 While playing the track with the trackmark you want to erase, press P topause.
2 Find the track mark by pressing =lightly.For example, to erase the third trackmark, find the beginning of the thirdtrack. “00:00” appears in the display.
3 Press TRACK MARK on the station.”Rehearsal” will light up and ”TrackMark OFF OK? n Push Enter” willappear. A four second segment willbe played repeatedly.To cancel erasing, press p.
4 Press TITLE/ENTER.”Track Mark OFF” will be displayed.The track mark is erased and the twotracks are combined. The number ofthe newly combined track will be thatof the first track. The succeedingtracks will be renumbered.
To erase a track mark on therecorderPress = or + during pause to find thetrack mark you want to erase. Press TMARK.
NoteWhen erasing a track mark with therecorder, the mark will be erased where youpressed the T MARK button. There will beno repeated play.
zWhen you erase a track mark, the date, time,and name assigned to the mark are alsoerased.
1 2 3 44
1 2 3
Track numbers decrease
. Erase a track mark
= TRACKMARK
PTITLE/ENTER
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Labeling recordings(TITLE)
You can label the MDs and tracks yourecorded with letters, numbers, andmarks. Each label can be made up of up to200 characters, and each MD can hold upto about 1700 characters.
1 To label a track , play the track youwant to label.To label an MD, insert the MD youwant to label. If an MD is alreadyinserted, press p to stop.
2 Press TITLE/ENTER.A set of characters will be displayed.
3 Press the cursor keys to select acharacter and press SELECT to enter.
p CAPS TITLE/ENTER
MOVE/INSERT
SELECT
ERASE/DELETE
INPUT POSITION
Cursor
Cursor keys
Moving recorded tracks(MOVE)
You can change the order of the recordedtracks.
1 While playing or pausing the trackyou want move, press MOVE/INSERT.For the example above, ”MoveMV003 n 003” and ”OK? n PushEnter” appear in the display.
2 Press the cursor keys to select thenew track position.M or µ moves the track numberdown. Â or m moves the tracknumber up.To cancel moving, press p.
3 Press TITLE/ENTER.The track moves to the positionbefore the designated track.
1 2 3 4
Before movingTrack A Track B Track C Track D
$Aftermoving
Track A Track C Track B Track D
1 2 3 4
Move track Cfrom the third tothe second track.
TITLE/ENTER
P
Cursor keys
MOVE/INSERT
continued
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
0% 50% 100%
LEVEL 0246812LEFT
RIGHT–db50 4030 20
30
Press
CAPS
Cursor keys
INPUTPOSITION M/mSELECT
pMOVE/INSERTERASE/DELETE
To
Switch between thealphabet, symbols andnumbers, and titlesamples.Move the cursor up/down/right/left.Move the input positionleft/right.Enter a letter and movethe input position to theright.Cancel labeling.Insert a blank space.
Delete a letter and movethe input position to theleft.
4 Repeat step 3 until you have enteredall the characters for the label.
5 Press TITLE/ENTER.The track or disk is labeled.
To cancel labeling, press p.
Available characters• Capital and small letters of the English
alphabet• Numbers 0 to 9• ! " # $ % & ( ) * + – . ; < = > ?
@ _ ` ' , / : _ (space)
To use the title samplesUse any of the 21 sample words/phrasesas a disc name, track title, or message.Press M/m to change the page.Press Â/µ to move the cursor (>) up ordown.Press SELECT to enter the title chosenwith the cursor.
To relabel recordingsFollow steps 1 and 2 to display the labelof the track or MD. Enter a new characterover the one you want to change, thenpress TITLE/ENTER.
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.
Cursor Page indication
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
0% 50% 100%
LEVEL 0246812LEFT
RIGHT–db50 4030 20
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Cancelling the lastediting operation(UNDO)
You can undo the last perfomed editingoperation and return to the previousstatus.However, you cannot undo an editingoperation if you have done any of thefollowing afterwards:• slide the REC switch• turn off the power or remove the MD• remove the recorder from the station• leave both the recorder and the station
unoperated for more than 5 minutes• remove the AC power adaptor from
the wall outlet
1 Press UNDO during stop.
The following messages will appearaccording to the last performedediting operation.
p UNDO
2 Press TITLE/ENTER.”TOC EDIT” will appear for a fewseconds and the MD will return to theprevious status.
To cancel UNDO, press p.
NoteOnce you have undone an editing operation,you cannot undo this undoing process itselfto restore the original editing operation.
Operation
Erase a trackErase all tracksInsert a trackmarkErase a trackmarkMove a trackName a discName a track
Message
”Erase Undo OK?””All Erase Undo OK?””Track Mark ON UndoOK?””Track Mark OFF UndoOK?””Move Undo OK?””Disc Name Undo OK?””Track Name UndoOK?”
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zOther useful functions
Locking the controls(HOLD)
To prevent the buttons from beingaccidentally operated when you carry therecorder, use this function.
1 Slide HOLD in the direction of thec.On the recorder, slide HOLD to lockthe controls of the recorder. On theremote control, slide HOLD to lockthe controls of the remote control.
Slide HOLD in the opposite directionof the arrow to unlock the controls.
zThe HOLD function on the recorder isdisabled while it is attached to the station.The HOLD function on the remote control isunaffected.
HOLD
HOLD
to audio-timer
Recording/playing witha timer
Start recording or playback at a presettime using an audio-timer (optional).
TIMER
1 Plug in the AC power adaptor of thestation to the audio-timer (optional).
2 Adjust recording level manually andpress p if recording through analoginput (steps 4 to 6 of ”Recordingthrough analog input”, page 16).
3 Set TIMER to ”REC” or ”PLAY”.To start recording at the preset time:select ”REC”. Recording will startautomatically after the part that isalready recorded in the MD.To start playback at the preset time:select ”PLAY”.
4 Set the time on the audio-timer andturn the power off.The audio-timer will turn onautomatically at the preset time,which will then turn on the station.
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Notes•To record monaurally using an audio-
timer, press MODE for 2 seconds or longerafter step 3. The timer recording setting willbe displayed. If the recording mode is in”Stereo”, press MODE again so that itchanges to ”Monaural”.
•If you are using the station for the first timeor after a long period of disuse, charge thebuilt-in backup battery of the station beforeusing a timer. The recorder uses thisbackup battery when it writes TOCinformation (see page 49) after the timedrecording is complete and the power isturned off. To charge the built-in battery,connect the AC power adaptor to thestation. Full charging takes about 10 hours.The battery will last for about a week; donot set the timer to start recording in morethan a week.
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LINE(ANALOG) ACTIVESP OUT
DC IN 9V DIGITAL IN DIGITAL OUT
IN OUT OPT 1 OPT 2 OPTICALCLOCK SET
LINE(ANALOG) ACTIVESP OUT
DC IN 9V DIGITAL IN DIGITAL OUT
IN OUT OPT 1 OPT 2 OPTICALCLOCK SET
zConnection and power sources
Hookup for recording —connecting with CDplayers, etc.
Record sounds from other equipment onthe station. Connection differs withdigital and analog. Connect accordingly.
Hookup for digital recording
The built-in sampling rate converterenables you to connect digital sourceswith a different sampling rate (such as aBS tuner or a DAT deck) and recorddigitally.After connection, set the INPUT switch toOPT1 or OPT2 to match the connection.
DAT deck, CDplayer, etc.
Portable CDplayer, etc.
Rectangular-opticalplug
Opticalmini plug
to DIGITALOUT
POC-10AB etc.(not supplied)
POC-10A etc.(not supplied)
to DIGITAL IN OPT1 or OPT2
Hookup for analog recording
After connection, set the INPUT switch toANALOG and adjust recording level(page 16).
Record player,cassette deck, etc.
to line (analog)output jacks
RK-C310GS*etc. (notsupplied)
R (red) L (white)
to LINE(ANALOG) IN
* Use the connecting cords without anattenuator.
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LINE(ANALOG) ACTIVESP OUT
DC IN 9V DIGITAL IN DIGITAL OUT
IN OUT OPT 1 OPT 2 OPTICALCLOCK SET
LINE(ANALOG) ACTIVESP OUT
DC IN 9V DIGITAL IN DIGITAL OUT
IN OUT OPT 1 OPT 2 OPTICALCLOCK SET
to DIGITAL OUT
Rectangular-opticalplug
Opticalminiplug
to DIGITAL IN
MD deck, DATdeck, digitalamplifier, etc.
Portable MDrecorder, etc.
POC-10A etc.(not supplied)
POC-10AB etc.(not supplied)
Active speakers SRS-Z1000,etc. (not supplied)
to ACTIVE SP OUT
to LINE (ANALOG)OUT
R (red) L (white)
RK-C310GSetc. (notsupplied)
to LINE IN
Cassette deck,amplifier, etc.
Hookup for playback —connecting withamplifiers or activespeakers
Play or record sounds from the recorderon other equipment. Connection differswith usage and type of equipment.Connect accordingly.
Hookup with digitalequipment
Hookup with analogequipment
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Power sources
You can use the following power sources:When the recorder is attached to thestation
— house current (wall outlet)When the recorder is used by itself
using the battery compartment of therecorder— lithium ion rechargeable battery
LIP-8 (supplied)using the supplied external batterycase— two LR6 (size AA) dry batteries
Using the station on housecurrent
The station can be powered only by thehouse current.
LINE(ANALOG) ACTIVESP OUT
DC IN 9V DIGITAL IN DIGITAL OUT
IN OUT OPT 1 OPT 2 OPTICALCLOCK SET
to a walloutlet
AC power adaptor(supplied)
to DC IN 9V
Using the recorder on alithium ion rechargeablebattery
Before using the supplied LIP-8 lithiumion rechargeable battery for the first time,charge it in the station.
1 Connect the station to the housecurrent (wall outlet).
LINE(ANALOG) ACTIVESP OUT
DC IN 9V DIGITAL IN DIGITAL OUT
IN OUT OPT 1 OPT 2 OPTICALCLOCK SET
2 Insert the LIP-8 lithium ionrechargeable battery (supplied) in thebattery compartment of the recorderand close the lid.
3 Attach the recorder to the station.n will appear in the display andcharging starts.
displayed repeatedly
ı will appear whencharging is complete.
zA rechargeable battery inserted in the batterycompartment of the station is chargedwhether or not the power is turned on aslong as the AC power adaptor is connectedproperly.
to a walloutlet
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Using the recorder on drybatteries
Use the supplied external battery case.
1 Attach the supplied battery case.
2 Insert two LR6 (size AA) dry batteries(not supplied).
To charge on the station with therecorder detached
The LIP-8 lithium ion rechargeablebattery can also be charged on the stationwith the recorder detached.
1 Slide the OPEN switch at the side ofthe station in the direction of thearrow.
OPEN
2 Insert the lithium ion rechargeablebattery (supplied) in the batterycompartment of the station and closethe lid.
CHARGE indicator: Lightsup while charging. Goesoff when charging iscomplete.
Charging time
80% Approx. 2 hours
100% Approx. 3 hours(To charge a completely discharged battery)
NoteWhen using the lithium ion rechargeablebattery and dry batteries together, stopoperation before exchanging the battery(ies),even when changing only one of the two.
zIf a rechargeble battery is inserted both in therecorder and in the station, the battery in therecorder is charged first, and the CHARGEindicator flashes.
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Battery life1)
For longer recordings, we recommendusing the recorder attached to the station.
Batteries
LIP-8 lithium ionrechargeablebattery
Two LR6 (sizeAA) Sonyalkaline drybatteries
LIP-8 + two LR6(size AA)
Recording2)
Approx.3.5 hours
-----3)
-----3)
1) The battery life may be shorter due tooperating conditions and the temperatureof the location.
2) When you record, use a fully chargedrechargeable battery.
3) Recording time may differ according to thealkaline batteries.
When to replace the batteriesWhen the dry batteries or rechargeablebattery are weak, b or “LoBATT”flashes in the display of the recorder orthe remote control. Replace the drybatteries or charge the rechargeablebattery.
Playback
Approx.5.5 hours
Approx.9 hours
Approx.16 hours
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Precautions
On safetyDo not put any foreign objects in the DCIN 9 V jack.
On power sources• Use house current, lithium ion
rechargeable battery or two LR6 (sizeAA) batteries.
• For use of the station: Use the ACpower adaptor supplied with this unit.Do not use any other AC poweradaptor since it may cause the stationto malfunction.
• The recorder is not disconnected fromthe AC power source (mains) as longas it is connected to the wall outlet,even if the recorder itself has beenturned off.
• If you are not going to use this recorderfor a long time, be sure to disconnectthe power supply (AC power adaptor,dry batteries, rechargeable battery, orcar battery cord). To remove the ACpower adaptor from the wall outlet,grasp the plug itself; never pull thecord.
On heat build-upHeat may build up in the recorder if it isused for an extended period of time. Inthis case, leave the recorder turned offuntil it cools down.
On installation• Never use the recorder where it will be
subjected to extremes of light,temperature, moisture or vibration.
• Never wrap the recorder in anythingwhen it is being used with the ACpower adaptor. Heat build-up in therecorder may cause malfunction ordamage.
zAdditional informationOn the headphonesRoad safetyDo not use headphones while driving,cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle.It may create a traffic hazard and is illegal inmany areas. It can also be potentiallydangerous to play your recorder at highvolume while walking, especially atpedestrian crossings. You should exerciseextreme caution or discontinue use inpotentially hazardous situations.
Preventing hearing damageAvoid using headphones at high volume.Hearing experts advise against continuous,loud and extended play. If you experience aringing in your ears, reduce the volume ordiscontinue use.
Caring for othersKeep the volume at a moderate level. Thiswill allow you to hear outside sounds and tobe considerate to the people around you.
On the MiniDisc cartridge• Do not break open the shutter.• Do not place the cartridge where it will
be subject to light, extremetemperatures, moisture or dust.
On cleaning• Clean the recorder casing with a soft
cloth slightly moistened with water ora mild detergent solution. Do not useany type of abrasive pad, scouringpowder or solvent such as alcohol orbenzene as it may mar the finish of thecasing.
• Wipe the disc cartridge with a dry clothto remove dirt.
• Dust on the lens may prevent the unitfrom operating properly. Be sure toclose the disc compartment lid afterinserting or ejecting an MD.
Polarity ofthe plug
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Notes on batteriesIncorrect battery usage may lead toleakage of battery fluid or burstingbatteries. To prevent such accidents,observe the following precautions:• Install the + and – poles of the batteries
correctly.• Do not install new and used batteries
or different kinds of batteries together.• Do not try to recharge dry batteries.• When the recorder is not to be used for
a long time, be sure to remove thebatteries.
• If a battery leak should develop,carefully and throughly wipe awaybattery fluid from the batterycompartment before inserting newones.
Notes on lithium battery• Keep the lithium battery out of reach of
children. Should the battery beswallowed, consult a doctorimmediately .
• Wipe the battery with a dry cloth toassure good contact.
• Be sure to install the battery in thecorrect polarity position.
• Do not hold the battery with metallictweezers, as doing so may cause ashort-circuit.
• Do not break up the battery or throw itinto a fire, which might cause it toexplode.Carefully dispose of the used battery.
CAUTIONDanger of explosion if battery isincorrectly replaced.Replace only with the same or equivalenttype recommended by the equipmentmanufacturer.Discard used batteries according tomanufacturer’s instructions.
Note on mechanical noiseThe recorder gives off mechanical noisewhile operating, which is caused by thepower-saving system of the recorder andit is not a problem.
If you have any questions or problemsconcerning your recorder, please consultyour nearest Sony dealer.
Note on digital recordingThis recorder uses the Serial CopyManagement System, which allows onlyfirst-generation digital copies to be madefrom premastered software. You can onlymake copies from a home-recorded MDby using the analog (line out) connections.
CD player, MDplayer, etc.
Digital recording
Home-recordedMD
RecordableMD
Nodigitalrecording
Back of the MD
Record-protect
Tab
To protect a recorded MDTo record-protect an MD, slide open thetab at the side of the MD. In this position,the MD cannot be recorded. To recordagain, slide the tab back so the tab isvisible.
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For the customers in EuropeWhen disposing of the station
The station holds two nickel cadmiumbatteries inside, used to power therecording/playback timer. Whendisposing of the station unit, be sure toremove the internal batteries followingthe steps shown below, and dispose ofthem properly, such as by recycling them.
1 Unplug the AC power adaptor.
2 Pull out the REC LEVEL controlknob.
3 Unscrew 6 screws at the rear of theunit and disassemble the cabinet.
1
2
4 Remove the batteries with a minusdriver, etc.
Notes•Never disassemble the station unit except
for disposing of the unit.•Do not short-circuit the plus and minus
terminals of the removed batteries.
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Troubleshooting
Should any problem persist after you have made these checks, consult your nearest Sonydealer.
Recorder
Symptom
Cannot operate.
The lid does notopen.
Cannot record/edit.
No sound comesthrough theheadphones.
Cause/Solution
•The HOLD function is turned on (”HOLD” appears in thedisplay when you press an operation button on the recorder).b Disable HOLD by sliding the HOLD switch in the
opposite direction of the arrow (page 32).•The rechargeable battery or dry batteries are weak (b or
”LoBATT” flashes in the display).b Charge the rechargeable battery/replace the dry batteries
(pages 36, 37).•The rechargeable battery or dry batteries have not been
installed correctly.b Install the battery(ies) with correct polarity (pages 36, 37).
•The lock of the lid is not released.b Slide OPEN after charging the rechargeable battery/
replacing the dry batteries or attaching the recorder to thestation.
•The microphone is not connected (when recording with therecorder detached from the station).b Connect the microphone.
•The recording level is too low (during manual recording).b Adjust the recording level (page 15).
•The headphones plug is not connected firmly.b Plug in the plug of the headphones firmly to the remote
control. Plug in the plug of the remote control firmly to2/REMOTE.
•The plug of the remote control is dirty.b Clean it with a cloth.
•AVLS is on.b Slide AVLS to NORMAL (page 23).
Cause/Solution
•The AC power adaptor is not plugged in securely.b Plug it in securely to the DC IN 9V jack and the wall
outlet.•The recorder is not attached securely to the station.b Attach it correctly (page 7).
Symptom
Cannot operate.
Cannot charge therechargeable battery.
Station
•The AC power adaptor is not connected properly.b Connect it properly.
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Cause/Solution
•The INPUT switch is not set correctly.b Set the INPUT switch to match the connection (page 8, 34).
•The recording level is too low (during analog recording).b Adjust the recording level (page 16).
•When recording from a portable CD player with digitalconnection, you did not pause the portable CD player first(”NO DIGITAL SIGNAL” appears in the display).b Pause the portable CD player, and then start recording.
•There is no digital output when attempting to record digitallyfrom a portable CD player.b Run the portable CD player on house current and disable
the anti-skip function (such as ESP).•The analog recording was made using a connecting cord
with an attenuator.b Use a connecting cord without an attenuator.
•The station is in the demonstration mode. (You pressedDISPLAY for 2 seconds or longer when the power is turnedoff).b Press DISPLAY for 2 seconds or longer again to exit
demonstration mode.
Symptom
Cause/Solution
•Moisture has condensed inside the recorder.b Take the MD out and leave the recorder in a warm place
for several hours until the moisture evaporates.•You pressed a button while the disc indication was rotating
quickly.b Wait until the indication rotates slowly.
•The recorder was exposed to mechanical shock, exessivestatic electricity, abnormal power voltage caused bylightning, etc., during operation.b Restart as follows.
1 Disconnect all power sources.2 Leave the recorder for about 30 seconds.3 Connect the power source.
•Playback was stopped in the middle of the disc the last time.b Press = repeatedly (turn the control to = on the
remote control) or open and close the lid once so that thepoint to start play returns to the beginning of the disc.
•The recorder is placed where it receives continuousvibration.b Put the recorder on a stable place.
•A very short track (such as a narration or an introduction)may cause the sound to skip.
Symptom
Cannot operate.
Cannot play backfrom the first track.
The sound skipsduring playback.
Common
Cannot record/edit.
Various displayappear one afteranother on the displaypanel.
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Symptom
The sound has a lot ofstatic.
Cannot record/edit.
Cannot find the trackmarks.
No sound comesthrough theheadphones.No clock display (”--y--m--d” appears).The recorded dateand time does not getstamped.The clock loses time.
Cause/Solution
•You are operating near a source of strong magnetism, such asa TV.b Move the recorder away from the source of magnetism.
•Power was disrupted, or there was a blackout duringrecording/editing.b The recording up to that point will be erased. Rerecord.
•You pressed P after pressing = or +.b Press P before pressing = or +.
•The volume is too low.b Adjust the volume by pressing VOL +/– (LEVEL on the
station).•The clock has not been set.b Set the clock (page 19).
•The built-in battery for the clock is weak because the powersupply had been cut off for a period of time.b Charge the built-in battery by attaching the recorder to
the station and plugging the AC power adaptor to DC IN9 V on the station and the wall outlet (page 19). Note thatthe clock may gain or lose up to about 2 minutes permonth under normal condition.
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System limitations
The recording system in your MiniDisc recorder is radically different from those used incassette 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 systemitself and not to mechanical causes.
Cause
When 254 tracks have been recorded on the disc,“TRACK FULL” appears regardless of the totalrecorded time. More than 254 tracks cannot berecorded on the disc. To continue recording, eraseunnecessary tracks.
Repeated recording and erasing may causefragmentation and scattering of data. Althoughthose scattered data can be read, each fragment iscounted as a track. In this case, the number oftracks may reach 254 and further recording is notpossible. To continue recording, eraseunnecessary tracks.
When the data of a track is fragmented, the trackmark of a fragment under 12 seconds long cannotbe erased. You cannot combine a track recorded instereo and a track recorded in monaural; nor canyou combine a track recorded with digitalconnection and a track recorded with analogconnection.
Tracks of under 12 seconds in length are notcounted and so erasing them may not lead to anincrease in the recording time.
Normally, recording is done in minimum units ofapproximately 2 seconds. When recording isstopped, the last unit of recording always usesthis unit of 2 seconds even if the actual recordingis shorter. Likewise, when recording is restartedafter the stop, the recorder will automaticallyinsert a blank space amounting to 2 secondsbefore the next recording. (This is to preventaccidental erasing of a previous track whenever anew recording is started). Therefore, the actualrecording time will decrease whenever arecording is stopped; a maximum of 6 secondscompared to the potential recording time for eachstop.
The fragmentation of data may cause sounddropout while searching because the tracks areplayed in higher speed than normal playback.
Symptom
“TRACK FULL” appears evenbefore the disc has reached themaximum recording time (60 or74 minutes).
“TRACK FULL” appears evenbefore the disc has reached themaximum track number orrecording time.
Track marks cannot be erased.
The remaining recording timedoes not increase even aftererasing numerous short tracks.
The total recorded time and theremaining time on the disc maynot total the maximumrecording time (60 or 74minutes).
The edited tracks may exhibitsound dropout during searchoperations.
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Error Messages
If the following messages flash in the display window of the station or the remote control,check the chart below. The display of the recorder will flash when a message isdisplayed on the station or the remote control.
Station (remotecontrol)
BLANK DISC(BLANK)
CONNECTIONERROR (—)
DISC ERROR(ERROR)
DISC FULL (FULL)
EDIT BUSY (BUSY)
— (LoBATT)
MEMORY OVER(MEMORY)
NAME FULL
NO DIGITALSIGNAL (—)
NO DISC (No DISC)
P/B ONLY (PbONLY)
PROTECTED DISC(SAVED)
Meaning/Remedy
•An MD with no recording on it is inserted.b Insert a recorded MD.
•The recorder is not attached to the station securely.b Attach it securely.
•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 12seconds available).b Replace the disc.
•You tried to operate the recorder while it was accessing therecorded data.b Wait until the message goes out (in rare cases, it may take
2–3 minutes).
•Batteries are weak.b Charge the rechargeable battery/replace the dry batteries
(pages 36, 37).
•You tried to record when there is no indication in the display,with the recorder placed where it receives continuousvibration.b Put the recorder on a stable place, and start recording
again.
•You tried to enter more than 200 characters for a track or discname or more than 1700 for the entire disc.b Enter the characters within the limit.
•The recorder could not detect digital input signals.b Make sure that the source is connected securely. Ignore
when recording analogically.
•You tried to play or record with no disc in the recorder.b Insert an MD.
•You tried to record or edit a premastered MD (P/B stands for”playback”.)b Insert a recordable MD.
•You tried to record or edit on a MD with the tab in the record-protect position.b Slide the tab back.
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Station (remotecontrol)
PROTECTED TRACK(TrPROT)
SCMS NO COPY (—)
SORRY (SORRY)
TEMPERATUREOVER (TEMP)
TRACK FULL(TrFULL)
Meaning/Remedy
•You tried to record over or edit a track that is protected fromerasing.b Record over/edit other tracks.
•You tried to digitally copy a source that is protected by theSerial Copy Management System. (You cannot make copies ofa digitally connected source which was itself recorded usingdigital connection).b Record using analog line connection (page 34).
•You tried to erase a track mark at the beginning of the firsttrack.
•You tried to erase a track mark to combine tracks the recordercannot combine (ex; a stereo and monaural track).
•Heat has built up in the recorder.b Let the recorder cool down.
•The disc reached the maximum number of tracks (254).b Erase unneccesary tracks.
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Specifications
SystemAudio playing systemMiniDisc digital audio systemLaser diode propertiesMaterial: GaAlAsWavelength: λ = 780 nmEmission duration: continuousLaser output: less than 44.6 µW*aZx*This output is the value measured at adistance of 200 mm from the objective lenssurface on the optical pick-up block with7mm aperture.Recording and playback timeMaximum 74 minutes (MDW-74, stereorecording)Maximum 148 minutes (MDW-74, monauralrecording)Revolutions400 rpm to 900 rpm (CLV)Error correctionAdvanced Cross Interleave Reed SolomonCode (ACIRC)Sampling frequency44.1 kHzCodingAdaptive TRansform Acoustic Coding(ATRAC)Modulation systemEFM (Eight to Fourteen Modulation)Number of channels2 stereo channels1 monaural channelWow and FlutterBelow measurable limit
RecorderFrequency response20 to 20,000 Hz ± 3 dBInputMIC (PLUG IN POWER): stereo mini-jack,input level 0.22–0.78 mVOutput2/REMOTE: stereo mini-jack, maximumoutput level 5 mW+ 5 mW, load impedance16 ohm
StationFrequency response5 to 20,000 Hz ± 0.5 dBInputLINE (ANALOG) IN: phono jack, ratedinput level 500mVDIGITAL IN OPT1, OPT2: rectangular-shaped optical plug, wavelength 660nmOutputLINE (ANALOG) OUT: phono jack, ratedoutput level 500mV, load impedance 10kilohoms or greaterACTIVE SP OUT: stereo minijack, ratedoutput level 500mV, load impedance 4.7kilohms or greaterDIGITAL OUT; rectangular-shaped opticalplug, output level -17dBm, wavelength660nm2HEADPHONES: stereo phone jack, peakoutput level 5mW + 5mW, load impedance16 ohmsSampling rate converterInput: 32 kHz/44.1 kHz/48 kHzOutput: 44.1 kHz
GeneralPower requirementsRecorder:
Lithium ion rechargeable battery LIP-8(supplied)Two LR6 (size AA) alkaline dry batteries(not supplied)
Station:Sony AC power adaptor (supplied)connected to the DC IN 9V jack:220-230V AC, 50/60 Hz
Internal batteries for memory back-up:Two NC-AA600FT(SYH), 1.2 V, 600 mAh,Ni-Cd batteries (supplied)
Card remote controller:CR2025 lithium battery
Battery lifeSee ”Battery life” (page 38)DimensionsRecorder: Approx. 104.5 x 20.1 x 77 mmStation: Approx. 232 x 61 x 154 mm (w/h/d)not incl. projecting parts and controlsMassRecorder: Approx. 185gApprox. 235g incl. a recordable MD,headphones with remote control, and LIP-8lithium ion rechargeable batteryStation: Approx. 970g
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Supplied accessoriesAC power adaptor (1)Card remote commander (1)Headphones with remote control (1)Lithium ion rechargeable battery LIP-8 (1)Battery case (1)Ear attachment (2)Carrying pouch (1)
Optional accessoriesBattery charger (for LIP-8) BC-LIP8Lithium ion rechargeable battery LIP-8Optical Cable
POC-151HG, POC-152HG, POC-MZ1,POC-MZ2, POC-15B, POC-15AB, POC-DA12SP
Line Cable RK-G136Stereo Microphones ECM-717, ECM-MS907,ECM-MS957Stereo Headphones* MDR-D77, MDR-D55,MDR-CD470, MDR-E888LPActive Speakers SRS-Z1000Recordable MDs MDW-seriesMiniDisc Carrying Case CK-MD4MiniDisc Filing Box CK-MD10
Your dealer may not handle some of theabove listed accessories. Please ask thedealer for detailed information about theaccessories in your country.
US and foreign patents licensed from DolbyLaboratories Licensing Corporation.
Design and specifications are subject tochange without notice.
* Whether you should plug the headphonesdirectly to 2/REMOTE on the recorder orto a remote control, use only headphoneswith stereo mini-plugs.
What is an MD?
How MiniDisc worksMiniDisc (MD) comes in two types:premastered (prerecorded) andrecordable (blank). Premastered MDs,recorded at music studios, can be playedback almost endlessly. However, theycannot be recorded on or over likecassette tapes. To record, you must use a"recordable MD".
Premastered MDsPremastered MDs are recorded andplayed like regular CDs. A laser beamfocuses on the pits in the surface of theMD and reflects the information back tothe lens in the recorder. The recorder thendecodes the signals and plays them backas music.
Recordable MDsRecordable MDs, which use magneto-optical (MO) technology, can be recordedagain and again. The laser inside therecorder applies heat to the MD,demagnetizing the magnetic layer of theMD. The recorder then applies a magneticfield to the layer. This magnetic fieldcorresponds exactly to the audio signalsgenerated by the connected source. (Thenorth and south polarities equate todigital "1" and "0".) The demagnetizedMD adopts the polarity of the magneticfield, resulting in a recorded MD.
stereo mini-plugs
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User TOC Area Music Data
How the MiniDisc got so smallThe 2.5-inch MiniDisc, encased in aplastic cartridge that looks like a 3.5-inchdiskette (see illustration above), uses anew digital audio compressiontechnology called ATRAC (AdaptiveTRansform Acoustic Coding). To storemore sound in less space, ATRAC extractsand encodes only those frequencycomponents actually audible to thehuman ear.
Quick Random AccessLike CDs, MDs offer instantaneousrandom access to the beginning of anymusic track. Premastered MDs arerecorded with location addressescorresponding to each music selection.Recordable MDs are manufactured with a“User TOC Area” to contain the order ofthe music. The TOC (Table of Contents)system is similar to the “directorymanagement system” of floppy disks. Inother words, starting and endingaddresses for all music tracks recorded onthe disc are stored in this area. This letsyou randomly access the beginning of anytrack as soon as you enter the tracknumber (AMS), as well as label thelocation with a track name as you woulda file on a diskette.
Shock-Resistant MemoryOne major drawback of optical readsystems is that they can skip or mutewhen subjected to vibration. The MDsystem resolves this problem by using abuffer memory that stores audio data.
Contains the order and start/endpoints of the music.
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Looking at the controls
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The recorder
1MIC SENS (Mic sensitivity) (15)2 DIGITAL MEGA BASS switch (23)
Select to emphasize bass sound.3 AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter
System) switch (23)Slide to LIMIT to limit the maximumvolume.
4MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack (15)5 VOL (volume) –/+ buttons (11)6MODE button (14, 22)
Each time you press here whileplaying an MD, the recorder plays theMD in a different play mode: normalplay, all repeat, single repeat, orshuffle repeat. Press here whilerecording to select monauralrecording.
7 DISPLAY button (17, 24)Press to display the current playmode, the remaining time of thecurrent track, the remaining time ofthe disc, or the recording date andtime.
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Slide to lock the controls of therecorder.
!£ Display window!¢ CLOCK SET button (19)!∞ Battery compartment (36)!§ END SEARCH button (9)!¶ T MARK button (27)!•P (pause) button (9, 11, 20)!ª REC switch (9)@º OPEN switch (10)@¡ 2/REMOTE (headphones/remote)
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1 REC indicationLights up while recording. Whenflashing, the recorder is in recordstandby mode.
2 Battery indication (36, 38)Appears when the rechargeablebattery is in the battery compartmentof the recorder.
3 Disc indicationShows that the disc is rotating forrecording, playing or editing an MD.
4 REC DATE (recorded/current date)indication (17, 24)Lights up along with the date andtime the MD was recorded. When only"DATE" lights up, the current date andtime are displayed.
5 REMAIN (remaining time/tracks)indication (17, 24)Lights up along with the remainingnumber of tracks, remaining time ofthe track, or remaining time of theMD.
6 AM/PM indication (17, 24)Lights up along with the timeindication in the 12-hour system.
7 MONO (Monaural) indicationAppears when recording monaurallyor playing back a monaural disc.
8 Play mode indication (22)Shows the play mode of the MD.
(all repeat): All tracks playrepeatedly.
1(single repeat): One track playsrepeatedly.
SHUF(shuffle repeat): Tracks willbe repeated in random order.
9 Track number indicationShows the track number playingcurrently.
!º HOLD indication (32)Lights up when the HOLD switch isset on.
!¡ AVLS indication (23)Lights up when the AVLS switch is seton.
!™ Time display (17, 24)Shows the recorded time, current time,elapsed time of the track being playedand the remaining time of the track orthe disc.
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1 ERASE/DELETE button (26)2MODE button (14, 22)3MOVE/INSERT button (14, 22)4 DISPLAY button (17, 24)5 PUSH OPEN button (6)6 Display window7( (play) button (9, 11, 20)8 OPEN•RELEASE switch (7)9p (stop) button (9, 11, 20)!º POWER switch!¡ ACTIVE SP LEVEL –/+ buttons (20)!™ 2 HEADPHONES jack for stereo plug!£ LEVEL dial
Adjust the volume of HEADPHONEjack on the station, not the recorder.
!¢ TIMER switch (32)!∞= (rewind/AMS) button (9, 11, 20)
!§+ (fast forward/AMS) button (9, 11,20)
!¶ TRACK MARK button (27)!• UNDO button (30)!ª INPUT POSITION M/m buttons (30)@º Cursor keys@¡ TITLE/ENTER button (26, 30)@™ SELECT button (30)@£ CAPS button (30)@¢ END SEARCH button (9)@∞ TIME MACHINE REC button (13)@§P (pause) button (9, 11, 20)@¶ REC switch (9)@• REC LEVEL (ANALOG) control (16)@ª INPUT switch (8, 34)#º SYNCHRO REC switch (12)
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1 OPEN (open the lid) switch (37)2 CHARGE lamp (37)
Lights up while charging therechargeable battery on the station.
3 Rechargeable battery compartment(37)
4 ACTIVE SP OUT jack (35)
5 DC IN 9V jack (36)6 CLOCK SET button (19)7 DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack (35)8 DIGITAL IN (OPT1, OPT2) jacks (34)9 LINE (ANALOG ) OUT jack (35)!º LINE (ANALOG) IN jack (34)
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The display window of the station
1 Character information display (17, 24)Displays the disc and track names*,date, error messages, track numbers,etc.*Disc and track names appear onlywith MDs that have beenelectronically labeled.
2MONO (monaural) indication3 Battery indication (36, 38)
Shows battery condition. Lights upwhen a rechargeable battery isinserted. While charging therechargeable battery, this indicationshows the charging condition.
4 Disc indicationShows that the disc is rotating forrecording, playing or editing an MD.
5 SYNC (sychronized recording)indicationLights up while synchro-recording.
6 Play mode indication (22)Shows the play mode of the MD.REPEAT (all repeat): All tracks playrepeatedly.REPEAT 1 (single repeat): One trackplays repeatedly.REPEAT SHUFFLE (shuffle repeat):Tracks will be repeated in randomorder.PROGRAM (program play) indication:Lights up when programming forprogram play or executing programplay.
7 REC (record) indicationLights up while recording. Whenflashing, the recorder is in recordstandby mode.
8Music calendarDisplays the number of tracksrecorded in MD, remaining tracksduring shuffle play.
9 Position pointerShows the current location on the MD.The point under recording or playingflashes. The recorded position lightsup.
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The headphones with a remote control
1 HeadphonesCan be replaced with optionalheadphones.
2 Stereo mini-plug3 p (stop) button (9, 11)4 Control (11)
To play, turn to (•+ during stop.Turn to (•+ during play to searchthe beginning of the succeeding track;hold in this position to fast-forward.Turn to = during play to search thebeginning of the preceeding track;hold in this position to rewind.
5 HOLD switch (32)Slide to lock the controls of the remotecontrol.
6 P (pause) button (9, 11)7 PLAY MODE button (22)8 DISPLAY button (17, 24)9 VOL (volume) –/+ buttons (11)!º TRACK MARK button (27)!¡ Display window
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The display window of the remote control
1 Character information display (17, 24)Displays the disc and track names,date, elapsed time, etc.
2 Track number indicationShows the track number of the trackbeing recorded or played.
3 Disc indicationShows that the disc is rotating forrecording, playing or editing an MD.
4 REC (record) indicationLights up while recording. Whenflashing, the recorder is in recordstandby mode.
5 Battery indication (36, 38)Shows battery condition.Whilecharging the rechargeable battery, thisindication shows the chargingcondition.
6 Play mode indication (22)Shows the play mode of the MD.
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Card remote commander
1 Number keys2 ( (play) button (20)3 = (rewind/AMS) button (20)4 + (fast forward/AMS) button (20)5 P (pause) button (20)6 p (stop) button (20)
7 TransmitterDirect it toward the remote sensor onthe station.
8 POWER button (20)9 PLAY MODE button (22)!º ACTIVE SP (active speaker) LEVEL
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Using the remote commander•You may not be able to use the remote
commander when the remote sensor on thestation is exposed to direct sunlight orstrong illumination. The effective range ofthe remote commander is appoximately 5meters.
•Other Sony audio products may respond tothe remote commander supplied with thisunit. In this case, place other productsaway from the station. If you choose to usethem near each other and want to block theeffect of the remote commander on eitherone, cover the remote sensor on the productwith adhesive tape, etc.
Replacing the lithium batteryWhen the battery becomes weak, the rangeof the remote commander becomes shorter.Replace the battery with a new CR2025lithium battery (not supplied).
1Insert a pointed object to the slot. Slide andhold it as shown below.
2Pull out the battery tray.
3Insert a CR2025 lithium battery (notsupplied) with the (+) side facing up.
Insert with correct polarity, or the remotecommander will not work.
Sony Corporation Printed in Japan
