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Sony Walkman MZ-N910 Operating Instructions Manual

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Software Operation ______________________________
"WALKMAN" is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation to
represent Headphone Stereo products.
trademark of Sony Corporation.
MZ-N910
©2003 Sony Corporation
3-253-938-11(1)
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  • Page 1 Portable MiniDisc Recorder Operating Instructions Recorder Operation ______________________________ Software Operation ______________________________ “WALKMAN” is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation to represent Headphone Stereo products. trademark of Sony Corporation. MZ-N910 ©2003 Sony Corporation 3-253-938-11(1) page 11 page 92 is a...
  • Page 2 MagicGate Memory Stick and the MagicGate Memory Stick logo, Memory Stick and the Memory Stick logo, Net MD and the Net MD logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT and Windows Media are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and /or other countries.

  • Page 3: Notice For Users

    • In no event will SONY be liable for any financial damage, or loss of profits, including claims made by third parties, arising out of the use of the software supplied with this recorder.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Recorder Operation Looking at controls ... 12 Getting started ... 16 Recording an MD right away! ... 19 Playing an MD right away! ... 23 Various ways of recording ... 25 Viewing various information ...25 To start/stop recording in sync with the sound source (Synchro-recording) ...26 Long-time recording (MDLP) ...27 Recording from a TV or radio (Analog Recording) ...28...
  • Page 5 Editing recorded tracks ... 39 Before editing ... 39 Labeling a track or a disc (Name) ... 39 Labeling ... 40 Re-labeling ... 41 Moving recorded tracks (Move) ... 42 Dividing a track (Divide) ... 43 Dividing a track directly ... 43 Adjusting the dividing point before dividing a track (Divide Rehearsal) ...
  • Page 6 Other operations ... 54 Useful settings ...54 How to use the menu items ...57 Setting the clock to stamp the recorded time ...58 Turning off the beep sound ...58 Changing the operational direction of the display ...59 Preserving battery power (Power Save Mode) ...59 Recording without overwriting existing material ...59 Creating a new group when recording ...60 Selecting the play mode ...60...
  • Page 7 Troubleshooting and explanations ... 77 Troubleshooting ... 77 While charging ... 77 While recording ... 78 While playing ... 80 While Editing ... 82 While using group function ... 83 Others ... 83 Messages ... 85 Explanations ... 89...
  • Page 8 Software Operation What is a Net MD? ... 93 Basic Operations ... 94 Basic operational flow using the Net MD ...94 Providing the required system environment ...95 System requirements ...95 Installing the software onto your computer ...96 Before installing the software ...96 Installing SonicStage Ver.1.5 ...97 Connecting the Net MD to your computer ...99 Storing audio data to your computer ...100...
  • Page 9 Other information ... 110 Settings and Precautions ... 110 Settings according to OS ... 110 For users with OpenMG Jukebox, SonicStage, or SonicStage Premium installed on their computer ... 112 Note on hard disk drive space ... 113 Notes on system suspend/hibernation mode ... 113 Backing up the audio data ...

  • Page 10: Before Using This Product

    Net MD as well. 3-000-000-11(1) Portable MiniDisc Recorder Operating Instructions page 13 Recorder Operation ______________________________ page 94 Software Operation ______________________________ ìWALKMANî is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation to represent Headphone Stereo products. is a trademark of Sony Corporation. MZ-N910 ©2003 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 11: Checking The Supplied Accessories

    Dry battery case (1) Optical cable (1) CD-ROM (SonicStage Ver. 1.5) (1)* Carrying pouch/carrying case with a belt clip (1) Do not play a CD-ROM on an audio CD player. Battery charging stand (1) NH-14WM Nickel metal hydride rechargeable battery (1)

  • Page 12: Looking At Controls

    Looking at controls The recorder A END SEARCH button B T MARK button C Battery compartment D Display window E GROUP button F x • CHG button G HOLD switch Slide the switch in the direction of the arrow to disable the buttons on the recorder.

  • Page 13: The Display Window Of The Recorder

    N Jog dial (MENU/ENTER) Push to enter Turn to select O Handstrap hole Use the hole to attach your own strap. The display window of the recorder A Play mode indication Shows the play mode (shuffle play, program play, repeat play, etc.) of the B Group indication C Character information display Displays the disc and track names,...
  • Page 14 The headphones/earphones with a remote control A Volume control (VOL+, –) Turn to adjust the volume. B x (stop) button C Jog lever (NX/ENT, ., >) NX/ENT (to press): play, pause, enter .(to slide towards): REW > (to slide towards): FF D Display window (group) +, –...

  • Page 15: The Display Window Of The Remote Control

    Using the clip for the remote control It may be hard for you to read the indications in the display if the remote control is attached upside down with the clip in its current position. In this case, attach the clip in the opposite direction as shown below.

  • Page 16: Getting Started

    Getting started Charge the rechargeable battery before using. Even if the rechargeable battery is not charged, you can use the recorder as long as the AC power adaptor is connected. Insert the rechargeable battery. Slide OPEN to open the battery compartment lid. Charge the rechargeable battery.
  • Page 17 Remove the recorder from the battery charging stand. For models supplied with the AC plug adaptor If the AC power adaptor does not fit the wall outlet, use the AC plug adaptor. Using the alkaline dry battery Attach the dry battery case to the recorder. Rear of the recorder Insert a LR6 (size AA) alkaline dry battery.
  • Page 18 (Power Save Mode)” (page 59)). For details, refer to “Battery life” (page 72). When recording Batteries NH-14WM nickel metal hydride rechargeable battery LR6 (SG) Sony alkaline dry battery NH-14WM nickel metal hydride rechargeable battery + LR6 (SG) When playing Batteries NH-14WM...

  • Page 19: Recording An Md Right Away

    Recording an MD right away! This section explains the basic procedure for making digital recordings using an optical cable connected to a CD player, Digital TV or other digital equipment. Make sure to use the optical cable. It is recommended to use the recorder with the AC power adaptor when recording.

  • Page 20: Make Connections

    Make connections. firmly and completely into the appropriate jacks.) CD player, MD player, DVD video player, etc. AC power adaptor To a wall outlet To DC IN 3V Note It is recommended that you connect the AC power adaptor directly to the recorder while recording. If you record using the battery charging stand, make sure that the fully charged rechargeable battery is inserted in the recorder just in case the recorder becomes detached from the battery charging stand.
  • Page 21 Note If you record on a previously recorded disc, the recorder is factory set to overwrite the entire contents of the disc. If you want the recording to start after the existing contents, do the procedure “Recording without overwriting existing material” (page 59) before doing step 3, “Record an MD.” (page 20). Record from the end of the current contents Record over previous...
  • Page 22 AC power adaptor is disconnected. If this is the case, connect the AC power adaptor to the portable CD player and use it on AC power as the power source. —On some portable CD players, optical output may not be possible when using an anti-skip function (e.g., ESP* or G-...

  • Page 23: Playing An Md Right Away

    Playing an MD right away! Insert an MD. Press OPEN to open the lid. Play an MD. 5-way control key (N, ., >, VOL+, –) Volume control (VOL+, –) Jog lever (NX, ., >) Press N on the recorder. Press the jog lever (NX) on the remote control.
  • Page 24 Pause Select a track directly viewing track number or name Find the beginning of the current track Find the beginning of the next track Go backwards or forward while playing Search for a point in a track while viewing the elapsed time (Time search) Search for a specific...

  • Page 25: Various Ways Of Recording

    Various ways of recording Viewing various information You can check the remaining time, track number, etc. when recording or during stop. Group-related items appear only when a track with group settings is played and then stopped. Jog dial On the recorder Press the jog dial.

  • Page 26: To Start/Stop Recording In Sync With The Sound Source (Synchro-Recording)

    This simplifies digital recordings (e.g., from a CD player) since the need to operate the recorder or the sound source is eliminated. Synchro-recording is only possible with the optical cable connected.

  • Page 27: Long-Time Recording (Mdlp)

    Play the source you want to record. The recorder starts recording automatically when it receives the playing sound. To stop recording Press x. When there is no sound from the player for about 3 seconds during synchro-recording, the recorder goes into the standby mode automatically.

  • Page 28: Recording From A Tv Or Radio (Analog Recording)

    Turn the jog dial to select the desired recording mode, and then press the jog dial to enter the selection. Recording Display mode window on the recorder SP stereo LP2 stereo LP4 stereo Monaural MONO For better sound quality, record in normal stereo) stereo ( or LP2 stereo mode.

  • Page 29: Recording From A Microphone

    Recording from a microphone Stereo microphone* Jog dial To MIC (PLUG IN POWER) See “Optional accessories” (page 75). Connect the stereo microphone to the MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack. The recorder changes to microphone input automatically. Press and slide REC to start recording.

  • Page 30: Adding Track Marks While Recording

    Adding track marks while recording You can add track marks (track number) while recording to divide the material into separate parts. Jog dial Adding track marks manually While the recorder is recording, press T MARK (press P MODE/ remote control). Adding track marks automatically (Auto Time Mark)

  • Page 31: Adjusting The Recording Level Manually

    “T” appears before the time display on the recorder for track marks added by Auto Time Mark, and “T” appears after the time display on the remote control. Notes • If you add a track mark by pressing T MARK or X, etc.

  • Page 32: Various Ways Of Playback

    Various ways of playback This section explains the operations that are done on the remote control. For details on operations done on the recorder, see the pages indicated for each operation. Viewing various information You can check the track name, disc name, etc.

  • Page 33: Playing A Track Repeatedly (Repeat Play)

    Indication Play mode (none) All the tracks are played once. (normal Play) A single track is played once. (single-track play) Bookmarked tracks play back in order of (Bookmark their track number. play) SHUF All the tracks are played in random order. (shuffle play) Tracks are played in the order that you...

  • Page 34: Listening To Tracks In A Desired Sequence (Program Play)

    Listening to tracks in a desired sequence (Program Play) While playing, press P MODE/ repeatedly until “PGM” appears in the display. Slide the jog lever repeatedly to select a track, and then press to enter that track. Programmed sequence Track number Repeat step 2 to program more tracks.

  • Page 35: Selecting The Sound Quality (6-Band Equalizer)

    LIVE V-SUR L CLUB V-SUR C ARENA V-SUR A Press the jog lever to enter the selected surround mode. Selecting the sound quality (6-Band Equalizer) While playing, press SOUND repeatedly to select “SOUND.” Press SOUND for 2 seconds or more. Slide the jog lever repeatedly to select the sound mode.

  • Page 36: Changing Playback Speed (Digital Pitch Control)

    Changing playback speed (Digital Pitch Control) The speed control function is useful for language study and other purpose. This function changes the playback speed without changing the playback pitch. The playback speed can be varied from +100% to –50% the normal speed, in 13 steps.
  • Page 37 Slide the jog lever repeatedly until “ON” appears in the display, and then press the jog lever. , appears. Slide the jog lever repeatedly to select the alarm sound, and then press the jog lever. You can select from three kinds of sounds.

  • Page 38: Connecting To A Stereo System (Line Out)

    Connecting to a stereo system (LINE OUT) You can listen to the playback sound from connected component. Connect the i/ LINE OUT jack of the recorder to the LINE IN jacks of an amplifier or a tape player with a line cable. Stereo system, etc.

  • Page 39: Editing Recorded Tracks

    Editing recorded tracks This section explains the operations that are done on the recorder. For details on operations done on the remote control, see the pages indicated for each operation. Before editing You can edit your recordings by adding/ erasing track marks or labeling tracks and MDs.

  • Page 40: Labeling

    END SEARCH Jog dial Labeling You can label a track or disc while the recorder is stopped, recording or playing. Note that if you label a track while the recorder is stopped, the track must be the currently selected. Press the jog dial. Turn the jog dial until “EDIT”...

  • Page 41: Re-Labeling

    Functions Operations To move the cursor Press VOL –. from the letter input area to the character palette. Press x. To move the cursor from the character palette to the letter input area. To enter a name. Press the jog dial or N for 2 seconds or more.

  • Page 42: Moving Recorded Tracks (Move)

    Moving recorded tracks (Move) You can change the order of the recorded tracks. Note To move tracks in a disc with group settings, see page 51. Example Move track C (track number 3) from the third to the second track. Before moving After moving 5-way control...

  • Page 43: Dividing A Track (Divide)

    Dividing a track (Divide) You can divide a track with a track mark, creating a new track from the part following the track mark. You can also make fine adjustments to the track mark position before making the actual division. The track numbers will increase as follows.

  • Page 44: Combining Tracks (Combine)

    To add track marks while recording (except while synchro-recording) Press T MARK on the recorder (P MODE/ on the remote control) at the point you want to add a track mark. You can use Auto Time Mark to add track marks automatically at specified intervals (except while digital recording) (page 30).

  • Page 45: To Erase A Track

    Jog dial To erase a track Note that once a recording has been erased, you cannot retrieve it. Make sure of the track you are erasing. While playing the track you want to erase, press the jog dial. Turn the jog dial until “EDIT” appears in the display, and then press the jog dial.

  • Page 46: Using The Group Function

    Using the group function What is the group function? The group function is provided to allow playback of discs with group settings. The group function is convenient for playback of MDs on which several albums or CD singles have been recorded in MDLP (LP2/LP4) mode.

  • Page 47: Recording A Track To An Existing Group

    Recording a track to an existing group You can add a track to an existing group. Press GROUP and press . or > until the group you want to add a track to appears in the display. While pressing GROUP, press and slide REC.

  • Page 48: Selecting The Play Mode For Group Play (Group Play Mode)

    Selecting the play mode for group play (Group Play Mode) The shuffle play and program play function can be used during group play mode. Press P MODE/ After normal playback, the following play modes are displayed. Display Play mode All tracks in the groups play back once (starting (Normal with the first track in...

  • Page 49: Editing Groups

    Editing groups This section explains the operations that are done on the recorder. For details on operations done on the remote control, see the pages indicated for each operation. Assigning tracks or groups as a new group (Group Setting) With this function, you can assign existing tracks or groups to a new group, and also you can assign a track that currently belongs to no group to an...

  • Page 50: Releasing A Group Setting

    Turn the jog dial until the number of the desired last track appears in the display, and then press the jog dial to enter the selection. This selects the last track of the new group and the group can be labeled. Label a group (see “Labeling recorded groups”...

  • Page 51: Moving A Track In A Disc With Group Setting

    Moving a track in a disc with group setting You can move a track from one group out of the group or to another group. You can also move a track that does not belong to a group to an existing group. Disc Group 2 Group 1...

  • Page 52: Changing The Order Of A Group On A Disc (Group Move)

    Changing the order of a group on a disc (Group Move) 5-way control key (., >) While playing a track within a group whose order you want to change, press the jog dial. Turn the dial until “EDIT” appears in the display, and then press the jog dial.
  • Page 53 Turn the jog dial until “EDIT” appears in the display, and then press the jog dial. Turn the jog dial until “Erase” appears in the display, and then press the jog dial. Turn the jog dial until “ appears in the display, and then press the jog dial.

  • Page 54: Other Operations

    Other operations Useful settings The recorder has many menus with useful functions for recording, playback, editing, etc. The following table shows the menu items that you can select. Some items can be set with both the recorder and the remote control, and some can be set with either the recorder or the remote control.
  • Page 55 Category Function Playing Selecting the play mode Changing the sound quality Changing the playback speed Listening to playback from connected component Starting playback quickly Limiting the maximum volume Display Viewing information Selecting the backlight status Adjusting the contrast What it does Selects the play mode, such as repeat play, program play, etc.
  • Page 56 Category Function Editing Labeling (Name) Moving Erasing Assigning tracks to groups Releasing a group Useful Melody Timer functions Personal Disc Memory What it does Labels tracks, groups, or the disc. Changes the order of tracks or groups. Erases tracks, groups, or the entire disc contents.

  • Page 57: How To Use The Menu Items

    How to use the menu items To set the menu items, do the following procedure. On the recorder: 1 Press the jog dial to enter the menu. 2 Turn the jog dial to select the item. 3 Press the jog dial to enter the selection. 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3.

  • Page 58: Setting The Clock To Stamp The Recorded Time

    Setting the clock to stamp the recorded time To stamp the date and time on the MD when you record, you first need to set the clock. Once you set the clock, the recorder will include a time stamp each time you record something.

  • Page 59: Changing The Operational Direction Of The Display

    Changing the operational direction of the display When you turn the jog dial downward, the display scrolls downward. This is the factory setting. You can change the factory setting to scroll in the opposite direction. This function can be set with the recorder only.

  • Page 60: Creating A New Group When Recording

    Creating a new group when recording By sliding REC to the right, you can set the recorder to create a new group automatically each time you record. This is convenient when recording several CDs in succession. This function can be set with the recorder only.
  • Page 61 To erase bookmarks While playing the track for which you want to erase the bookmark, press the jog lever for 2 seconds or more. For the details and the remote control operation, see page 33. Listening to tracks in a desired sequence (Program Play) Select “Program”...

  • Page 62: Adjusting The Sound (Virtual-Surround • 6-Band Equalizer)

    Adjusting the sound (Virtual- Surround • 6-Band Equalizer) Varying the virtual sound to create different acoustics (Virtual-Surround) Enter the menu and select “SOUND” - “V-SUR”. Turn the jog dial repeatedly to select the surround mode, and then press the jog dial to enter the selecteion. Indication which represents each sound mode appears.

  • Page 63: Changing Playback Speed (Digital Pitch Control)

    3 Press VOL + or – to adjust the level. Level (+6 dB) You can select from among seven levels. –6 dB, –3 dB, 0 dB, +3 dB, +6 dB 4 After selecting the level, press the jog dial to enter.

  • Page 64: Protecting Your Hearing (Avls)

    Protecting your hearing (AVLS) The AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) function keeps down the maximum volume to protect your ears. Enter the menu and select “OPTION” - “AVLS”. Select “AVLS ON”. When you try to turn the volume too high, “AVLS” appears in the display. The volume is kept to a moderate level.

  • Page 65: Turning On/Off The Backlight

    Turning on/off the backlight The backlight of the display window of the remote control can be set to remain on or off. This function can be set with the remote control only. While the recorder is stopped, enter the menu and select “OPTION” - “BACKLIGHT”.

  • Page 66: Moving Recorded Tracks

    Repeat step 3 and enter all characters of the label name. Press the jog lever for 2 seconds or more. For details and the recorder operation, see page 39. Labeling recorded groups Select “ : Name” in step “Labeling (Name)” (page 65) and do steps 3 to 5 to label a group.

  • Page 67: Erasing Tracks, The Entire Disc Or Groups (Erase)

    Erasing tracks, the entire disc or groups (Erase) Erasing tracks While playing the track you want to erase, enter the menu and select “EDIT” - “Erase” - “ “Erase OK?” and “PushENTER” appear in the display. Press the jog lever to erase a track. To erase the whole disc Play the disc you want to erase to check the contents.

  • Page 68: Using The Alarm (Melody Timer)

    Using the alarm (Melody Timer) Enter the menu and select “USEFUL” - “M-TIMER” - “ON”. , lights up in the display and the alarm sound can be selected. Turn the jog dial repeatedly to select the alarm sound, and then press the jog dial.
  • Page 69 Erasing the disc information 1 Insert the disc whose information is to be erased and verify its contents. 2 Select “Erase?” after step 1. “Erase OK” appears in the display and the disc information is erased. Note If you try to erase the disc information of a disc that have never been stored, “No Entry!”...

  • Page 70: List Of Menus

    List of menus Menus on the recorder Items listed under “Menu 1” are the selectable items which appear when you press the jog dial, items listed under “Menu 2” are the selectable items which appear when you select an item in Menu 1, and “Menu 3” are the selectable items which appear when you select an item in Menu 2.
  • Page 71 Menu 1 Menu 2 USEFUL PERSONAL M-TIMER AUDIO OUT REC SET REC MODE RecVolume TIME MARK MIC SENS : REC SYNC REC OPTION AVLS BEEP REC-Posi PowerMode CONTRAST JOG DIAL CLOCK SET On the remote control Menu 1 Menu 2 EDIT Name : Set...

  • Page 72: Power Sources

    Measured in accordance with the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association) standard. When using a 100% fully charged nickel metal hydride rechargeable battery. When using a Sony LR6 (SG) “STAMINA” alkaline dry battery (produced in Japan). When playing Batteries Nickel metal...

  • Page 73: Additional Information

    Additional information Precautions On safety Do not put any foreign objects in the DC IN 3V jack. On power sources • Use house current, nickel metal hydride rechargeable battery, LR6 (size AA) battery, or car battery. • For use in your house: For the supplied battery charging stand, use the AC power adaptor supplied with this recorder.

  • Page 74: To Protect A Recorded Md

    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.)

  • Page 75: Specifications

    Maximum output (DC) Headphones: 4 mW + 4 mW (16 ) Power requirements Sony AC Power Adaptor connected at the DC IN 3V jack: 120 V AC, 60 Hz (Models for USA, Canada, Mexico and Taiwan) 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz (Models for continental...
  • Page 76 Your dealer may not handle some of the above listed accessories. Please ask the dealer for detailed information about the accessories in your country. When using optional headphones, use only headphones/earphones with stereo mini plugs. You cannot use headphones/ earphones with micro plugs.

  • Page 77: Troubleshooting And Explanations

    Check to see if the problem is listed in, “Troubleshooting” (page 77). Check “Messages” (page 85) for the problem as well. If after step 1 you still cannot solve the problem, consult your nearest Sony dealer. While charging Symptom...

  • Page 78: While Recording

    , Disconnect the audio sources once and connect them again (pages 20, 26, 28). • There is no digital signal from the portable CD player. , When recording digitally from a portable CD player, use the AC power adaptor and disable the anti-skip function (such as ESP) on the CD player (page 22).
  • Page 79 Symptom Cause/Remedy Recording stops • You tried to overwrite a track which is checked out from the automatically in the computer. (Tracks that are checked out from the computer middle of a recording cannot be overwritten. The recording stops automatically.) operation.

  • Page 80: While Playing

    Symptom You cannot check out tracks that will fill up the remaining recording time on the disc. “TR FULL” appears even before the disc has reached the maximum track number or recording time. While playing Symptom Cause/Remedy An MD is not •...
  • Page 81 Symptom Cause/Remedy The volume of the • The track was recorded in analog mode (in digital mode, the recorded track is recording level is automatically set to the same level as that of the low. sound source). Or you used a connecting cord with an attenuator. , Use a correct connecting cord without an attenuator.

  • Page 82: While Editing

    Symptom Cause/Remedy There is no R- • There is no R-channel output if the cassette deck or an amplifier is channel sound output when playing a track recorded from a cassette deck or through an amplifier, or when listening to sound from a cassette deck or amplifier.

  • Page 83: While Using Group Function

    While using group function Symptom Cause/Remedy The group • While using a disc without group setting, an attempt was made to function does not select some group-related menu. operate. , Use a disc with group setting. A track cannot be •...
  • Page 84 Symptom The recorder does not work or works poorly. The clock does not work correctly, the clock does not appear, or time and date stamping did not occur when recording. During playback, the display on the remote control does not turn on. The display window is not normal.

  • Page 85: Messages

    • You pressed VOL+, – while the “AUDIO OUT” parameter was set to “LINE OUT”. , Use the jog dial to set the “AUDIO OUT” parameter to bookmarks within 20. few minutes). (+104 F). message appears again, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. number within 99. battery cord. “HeadPhone”. (page 17)
  • Page 86 Error message LOW BATT • Batteries are weak. MEM OVER MENU NAME FULL NO COPY NO DISC NO EDIT No Entry! No MARK Meaning/Remedy , Charge the rechargeable battery or replace the dry battery (page 16). • You tried to record with the recorder placed where it receives continuous vibration.
  • Page 87 Error message Meaning/Remedy NO SET • You tried to set Digital Pitch Control while the “AUDIO OUT” parameter was set to “LINE OUT”. , Use the jog dial to set the “AUDIO OUT” parameter to “HeadPhone”. • You tried to make the following settings while recording. —...
  • Page 88 Error message SEL Group SEL Track SLOW CHG TEMP OVER TOC Edit TOC ERR TR FULL • Track number 254 has been reached. TrPROTECT Meaning/Remedy • You selected “ : Name”, “ the recorder is stopped or while playing a track that does not belong to a group.

  • Page 89: Explanations

    The input jack of this recorder works as both digital and analog input jacks. Connect the recorder to a CD player or a cassette recorder using either digital (optical) input or analog (line) input. To record, see “Recording an MD right away!” (page 19) to record using digital (optical) input, and “Recording from a TV or radio (Analog Recording)”...
  • Page 90 About the DSP TYPE-S for ATRAC/ATRAC3 This recorder supports DSP TYPE-S, a specification for high-level Sony MiniDisc decks equipped with digital signal processors (DSP). This specification allows the recorder to produce high-quality sound from tracks recorded in MDLP mode.
  • Page 91 Suppressing the skips of the sound (G-PROTECTION) The G-PROTECTION function was developed to provide a higher level of shock resistance than that of existing players.

  • Page 92: On The Computer

    Recording audio data to your computer You can record audio data to your computer from sources such as audio CDs and the Internet (page 100). Audio CDs Internet On the computer Listening You can listen to an audio CD in the CD- ROM drive of your computer, or audio data in the hard disk drive (page 107).

  • Page 93: What Is A Net Md

    What is a Net MD? Net MD is a standard that enables the transfer of audio data from a computer to a MiniDisc device. To use this Net MD with your computer requires a software application called “SonicStage”. SonicStage software provides a database for managing audio data in the computer and functions for playing the audio data in various play modes, editing the data, and transferring the results to other devices and hardware connected to the computer.

  • Page 94: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations Basic operational flow using the Net MD The following is the basic steps that you will take following the purchase of your recorder. Through these steps, you will prepare and set up your computer for use of your recorder as a Net MD.

  • Page 95: Providing The Required System Environment

    Providing the required system environment System requirements The following hardware and software are required in order to use the SonicStage software for the Net MD. Computer IBM PC/AT or Compatible • CPU: Pentium II 400 MHz or higher (Pentium III 450 MHz or higher is recommended.) •...

  • Page 96: Installing The Software Onto Your Computer

    Installing the software onto your computer This section explains the installation of the SonicStage Ver.1.5 software supplied with your Net MD. Before installing the software 1 Make sure to note the following before installing the software. Do not connect the dedicated USB cable before the installation! The SonicStage software may not correctly load or operate if the dedicated USB cable is connected to your computer during the installation.

  • Page 97: Installing Sonicstage Ver.1.5

    Installing SonicStage Ver.1.5 Turn on your computer and start up Windows. Insert the installation CD-ROM for SonicStage into the CD-ROM drive of your computer. Click to select [SonicStage 1.5]. To use this software with the Net MD, you must install SonicStage Ver.1.5 and the Net MD driver.
  • Page 98 Follow the displayed instructions. After the installation is completed, click [Restart] to restart the computer. Was the installation successful? If any trouble occurs during the installation, see “Troubleshooting” (page 116). Notes • Do not delete, move, or edit any of the installed folders using Explorer or any other application. Doing so could cause the SonicStage database to become unstable or corrupted.

  • Page 99: Connecting The Net Md To Your Computer

    Connecting the Net MD to your computer After the software installation is completed, connect the Net MD to your computer. Refer to the operating instructions of the Net MD as well. Insert a recordable disc into the Net MD. Make the power source and the dedicated USB cable connections with the Net MD and the computer.

  • Page 100: Storing Audio Data To Your Computer

    Storing audio data to your computer This section explains how to record and store audio data from an audio CD to the hard disk drive of your computer. The procedure in this section is used to record all tracks on an audio CD. To record only specific tracks from a CD, or from other sound sources, see the online help for details (page 108).

  • Page 101: Recording Audio Cds To The Hard Disk Drive

    Recording audio CDs to the hard disk drive In SonicStage Ver.1.5, the hard disk drive is called the “Music Drive”. The Music Drive manages all audio data stored by SonicStage. Insert the audio CD that you want to record into the CD-ROM drive of your computer.
  • Page 102 Click select the recording mode. If the list panel is not displayed, click Click Recording starts. Upon completion, recorded tracks appear in the right list panel. To stop recording Click ([Stop]). To resume recording, click of the track that was last stopped. in the middle of the recording window and When recording data in LP2 mode: When recording data in LP4 mode:...

  • Page 103: Labeling Audio Data

    Labeling audio data After recording has completed, you can label the audio data in the Music Drive. Once audio data in the Music Drive is labeled, the label information will be transferred to a disc along with the audio data, allowing you to view the data on your Net MD. Start up SonicStage (page 100) and click Double click the desired album name.

  • Page 104: Transferring Audio Data From Your Computer To The Net Md (Check-Out)

    Transferring audio data from your computer to the Net MD (Check-out) Audio data stored on the Music Drive can be transferred to your Net MD. This process is called “Check-out”. The number of times a track can be checked out is restricted in this software for the protection of copyrights (page 122).
  • Page 105 Click recording mode (page 102). Standard transfer mode: Data are transferred in the format of the original files. Maximum available transfer space: All data are transferred in LP4 mode. SP transfer mode: All data are converted and transferred in normal stereo mode. Select this mode if you listen to checked-out data on equipment that does not support MDLP mode.
  • Page 106 Notes • Once a check-out (or check-in) has started, do not disconnect the dedicated USB cable or power source until the check-out operation has completed. These actions may damage the data or cause the system to malfunction. • Make sure not to bump the Net MD after check-out has started. If you do, the contents of the recording may not be stored correctly.

  • Page 107: Listening To An Md

    Listening to an MD You can listen to an MD on the Net MD while it is connected to your computer. When disconnected from your computer, the Net MD can be used as an ordinary MiniDisc device. For details on Net MD operations, refer to the “Recorder Operation” section. Listening to an MD with the Net MD connected to the computer If you listen to an MD with the Net MD connected to the computer, be sure to listen with...

  • Page 108: Advanced Operations

    Advanced operations Using other functions! Using the SonicStage online help This manual explains only the basic operations of the SonicStage software. However, the software has a host of other functions that allow you to carry out various operations, such as importing audio files from the Internet, classifying and managing audio files, and playing in various play modes.
  • Page 109 Viewing online help The Tabs The left side frame Let’s find out how to use the online help first. An explanation on the use of the online help can also be found in the online help. 1 Double click [Overview] in the left-hand frame. 2 Click [About this Help file].

  • Page 110: Other Information

    Other information Settings and Precautions Settings according to OS The settings and precautions will differ according to the operating system being used. Check the items that apply to your system. For Windows XP users Restrictions when running the SonicStage software under Windows XP •...
  • Page 111 For Windows Millennium Edition users When using SonicStage under Windows Millennium Edition If you use the “System Restore” function in Windows “System Tools”, audio data managed by SonicStage may become corrupted and rendered unplayable. Before executing the system restoration procedure, you should first back up all audio files and restore them after doing the system restoration procedure.

  • Page 112: For Users With Openmg Jukebox, Sonicstage, Or Sonicstage Premium Installed On Their Computer

    For users with OpenMG Jukebox, SonicStage, or SonicStage Premium installed on their computer Note Confirm whether any tracks have been checked out from your computer. If tracks have been checked out from OpenMG Jukebox, an earlier version of SonicStage, or SonicStage Premium, it may not be possible to check those tracks back in with SonicStage Ver.1.5.

  • Page 113: Note On Hard Disk Drive Space

    Precautions on the co-existence of SonicStage Ver. 1.5 with OpenMG Jukebox Ver.2.2 or SonicStage Premium • Make sure the OpenMG Jukebox Ver.2.2 icon is not displayed in the task tray. If it is, the Net MD may not be recognized by your computer. •...

  • Page 114: Uninstalling The Sonicstage Software

    Uninstalling the SonicStage software To uninstall the SonicStage software, follow the procedures below. For Windows XP users Log on with a user name with “Computer Administrator” as an attribute. Refer to the operating instructions of your computer for details on logging on as an administrator.

  • Page 115: For Windows 2000 Users

    Double-click [Add/Remove Programs]. The Add/Remove Programs Properties window appears. Click [SonicStage 1.5.XX] in the list of programs for automatic removal, and then click [Add/Remove]. Click [OpenMG Secure Module 3.1]* in the list of programs for automatic removal, and then click [Add/Remove]. Do as instructed by the message and restart the computer.

  • Page 116: Troubleshooting

    Check “Troubleshooting” under “Additional information” in the online help. Useful information may also be found in other sections in the online help. Step 3: If the trouble cannot be solved after checking the above references. Check the following table and then consult your nearest Sony dealer.
  • Page 117 If another device with USB connection is used • Name of the device (or devices): If you do not specify the destination, the software is installed at C:\Program Files\Sony\SonicStage. To check the SonicStage software version, go to [Menu] - [About SonicStage] in the SonicStage...

  • Page 118: If Your Computer Does Not Recognize The Net Md

    If your computer does not recognize the Net MD • Is the Net MD connected correctly to your computer? — If the Net MD is not firmly connected to the computer, the Net MD will not be recognized by your computer. —...
  • Page 119 • If the installation seems to be stopped It may take 30 minutes or more for the installation to complete, depending on your computer or CD-ROM drive. During the installation, watch out for the occurrence of any of the following problems. Problem The installation appears to have stopped before it has...

  • Page 120: Information And Explanations

    Information and explanations Net MD FAQ This section introduces frequently asked questions and answers on the Net MD. On the Net MD What is a “Net MD”? Net MD is a specification that allows audio data in a computer to be transferred to a MiniDisc through a USB cable.
  • Page 121 On Editing Can checked-out tracks be edited on the Net MD? • Things you can do on the Net MD: — Label contents. — Assign or release groups — Move tracks or groups. • Things you cannot do on the Net MD: —...

  • Page 122: On Copyright Protection

    On copyright protection The OpenMG technology* allows you to enjoy digital music, while maintaining the copyrights of its holders. OpenMG Jukebox encrypts audio files in OpenMG format and stores them on the hard disk of your computer to prevent unauthorized distribution. * The copyright protection technology of this software conforms to SDMI (Secure Digital Music Initiative) specifications.
  • Page 123 This software was developed in accordance with the current arrangement between Sony and SDMI. If this arrangement is modified in the future, some of the software functions may become unavailable. Sony may offer an upgrade kit in this case at additional user expense.

  • Page 124: Glossary

    Glossary ATRAC3 ATRAC3, which stands for Adaptive Transform Acoustic Coding3, is audio compression technology that satisfies the demand for high sound quality and high compression rates. The ATRAC3 compression rate is approximately 10 times higher than that of the Audio CD, resulting an increased data capacity for the media.
  • Page 125 Recording mode (Bit rate) This is a measure of data volume per second. The rate is expressed in bps (bits per second). In SonicStage, the bit rate can be selected for recording an audio CD or converting MP3 and WAV format audio files into ATRAC3 format from among three rates: 132 kbps, 105 kbps or 66 kbps.

  • Page 126: Index

    Index Numerics 6-Band Equalizer Accessories optional supplied ATRAC3 Audio CD Auto Time Mark AVLS back up Backlight Battery battery life built-in battery dry battery BEEP Bookmark play CD-ROM Charging Check-in Checking clock playing position remaining time Check-out Cleaning Clock Combining tracks Connecting analog digital...
  • Page 127 Manual recording MDLP Melody Timer Menus Move groups tracks Music Drive Name a disc groups tracks Net MD Net MD driver Online help OpenMG OpenMG Jukebox software Personal Disc Memory Play mode groups tracks Playlist Program Play Quick mode Recording adding track marks analog digital...
  • Page 128 Printed in Japan...

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