Sony MZ-B10 Operating Instructions (primary manual) Operating Instructions Manual page 57

Shock-Resistant Memory
One major drawback of optical read systems is that they can skip or mute when subjected to
vibration. The MD system resolves this problem by using a buffer memory that stores audio data.
Note on digital recording
This recorder uses the Serial Copy Management System, which allows only first-generation digital
copies to be made from premastered software. You can only make copies from a home-recorded MD by
using the analog (line out) connections.
Premastered software such as CDs or
MDs.
Digital recording
No
Home-
digital
recorded
recording
MD
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 recorder, we recommend that the disc be left in
the recorder when you consult your Sony dealer so that the cause of trouble may be better understood.)
Microphone, record player, tuner, etc (with
analog output jacks).
Recordable
MD
Recordable
MD
Analog recording
Home-recorded MD
Digital recording
No Recordable
digital MD
recording
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