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Sony Walkman MZ-NF810CK Operating Instructions Manual

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FM/AM Portable
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Operating Instructions
Recorder Operation ______________________________
Software Operation ______________________________
"WALKMAN" is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation to
represent Headphone Stereo products.
trademark of Sony Corporation.
MZ-NF810CK
©2003 Sony Corporation
3-254-313-11(1)
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  • Page 1 FM/AM 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-NF810CK ©2003 Sony Corporation 3-254-313-11(1) page 13 page 90 is a...
  • Page 2 Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. MZ-NF810 Serial No.
  • Page 3 Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: MZ-NF810 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 680 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell, NJ 07649 USA Telephone No.: 201-930-6972 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This...
  • Page 4 • 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 6: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Recorder Operations Looking at controls ... 14 Getting started ... 18 Recording an MD right away! ... 21 Playing an MD right away! ... 24 Listening to the radio ... 26 Various ways of recording ... 28 Viewing various information ...28 To start/stop recording in sync with the sound source (Synchro-recording) ...29...
  • Page 7 Playing an MD within your car stereo system 39 Before installation ... 39 Installation ... 39 Connection ... 41 Playing an MD within your car stereo system ... 41 The rotary commander ... 42 Fuse Replacement ... 43 Editing recorded tracks ... 44 Before editing ...
  • Page 8 Using the group function ... 51 What is the group function? ...51 Recording tracks using the group function ...51 Recording a track to a new group ...51 Recording a track to an existing group ...52 Playing groups ...52 Playing a track in group play ...52 Selecting the play mode for group play (Group Play Mode) ...52 Repeat play for the selected group play mode Playing groups in a desired sequence (Group Program Play) ...53...
  • Page 9 Various way to use the radio ... 71 Presetting radio stations automatically ... 71 Presetting radio manually ... 71 Listening to the preset radio stations ... 72 Receiving stations in another country ... 72 Power sources ... 73 Battery life ... 73 Additional information ...
  • Page 10 Software Operation What is a Net MD? ... 91 Basic Operations ... 92 Basic operational flow using the Net MD ...92 Providing the required system environment ...93 System requirements ...93 Installing the software onto your computer ...94 Before installing the software ...94 Installing SonicStage Ver.1.5 ...95 Connecting the Net MD to your computer ...97 Storing audio data to your computer ...98...
  • Page 11 Other information ... 108 Settings and Precautions ... 108 Settings according to OS ... 108 For users with OpenMG Jukebox, SonicStage, or SonicStage Premium installed on their computer ... 110 Note on hard disk drive space ... 111 Notes on system suspend/hibernation mode ... 111 Backing up the audio data ...

  • Page 12: Before Using This Product

    3-254-313-11(1) FM/AM Portable MiniDisc Recorder Operating Instructions page 13 Recorder Operation ______________________________ page 90 Software Operation ______________________________ ìWALKMANî is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation to represent Headphone Stereo products. is a trademark of Sony Corporation. MZ-NF810CK ©2003 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 13: Checking The Supplied Accessories

    Checking the supplied accessories AC power adaptor (1) Headphones with a remote control (1) (for USA model) Dry battery case (1) Optical cable (1) CD-ROM (SonicStage Ver. 1.5) (1)* Car battery cord (1) Car connecting pack (1) Carrying case with Velcro strips (1) Carrying case with a belt clip (1) (Canadian model only) Do not play a CD-ROM on an audio CD player.

  • Page 14: Looking At Controls

    Looking at controls The recorder A x • CANCEL/CHG button B Display window C Battery compartment D GROUP button E REC (record) switch F Terminals for attaching dry battery case G Terminals for attaching the battery charging stand H DC IN 3V jack I X button J OPEN switch K END SEARCH button...
  • Page 15 The display window of the recorder : Indication for remaining playing time of the current track or of the disc : Indication for remaining recordable time of the disc B Time display C Battery indication Shows approximate battery condition. D Disc indication Shows that the disc is rotating for recording, playing or editing an MD.
  • Page 16 The headphones/earphones with a remote control A VOL+, – buttons Press to adjust the volume. B Jog lever (. • NX/ENT • >, TUNE – • BAND • TUNE +) NX/ENT (to press): play, pause, enter .(to slide towards): REW >...
  • Page 17 The display window of the remote control A Disc indication B PRESET indication C Character information display D Play mode indication E SOUND indication F Battery level indication G Track number/Band/Preset number display H Group indication...

  • Page 18: 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 19 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 dry battery Attach the dry battery case to the recorder. Rear of the recorder Insert a LR6 (size AA) alkaline dry battery.
  • Page 20 + One LR6 (SG) When using the radio Batteries Stereo Stereo NH-10WM nickel metal hydride rechargeable battery 18.5 LR6 (SG) Sony alkaline dry battery NH-10WM nickel metal hydride rechargeable battery + One LR6 (SG) (Unit: Approx. hours) Stereo Stereo Stereo 23.5...

  • Page 21: 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. For other recording operations, see “Various ways of recording” (page 28). Note that you cannot record a radio broadcast that is being received on the remote control.
  • Page 22 Make connections. firmly and completely into the appropriate jacks.) CD player, MD player, DVD to a video player, etc. wall outlet AC power adaptor to DC IN 3V Record an MD. 5-way control key (N, ., >) Note If you record on a previously recorded disc, the recorder is factory set to overwrite the entire contents of the disc.
  • Page 23 Record from the end of the current contents Record over partway through the previous recording Pause Remove the MD If “REC-Posi” is set to “From End”, recording operations will always start from the end of the previously recorded material without pressing the END SEARCH button (page 61). A track mark is added at the point where you press the remainder of the track will be counted as a new track.

  • Page 24: Playing An Md Right Away

    Playing an MD right away! Insert an MD. Slide OPEN to open the lid. Play an MD. 5-way control key (N, ., >, VOL+, –) VOL+, – Jog lever (NX, ., >) Insert an MD with the label side facing front, and press the lid down to close.
  • Page 25 Pause Cue to the current track or the previous track Cue to the next track Go backwards or forward while playing Search for a specific position while viewing a elapsed time (Time Search) Search for a specific track while viewing track names and numbers (Index Search) Cue to the beginning of...

  • Page 26: Listening To The Radio

    Listening to the radio You can listen to the radio through the built-in digital tuner in the remote control. With the USA model, you can also listen to TV and weather broadcasts. You cannot use the recorder to record a radio broadcast that is being received on the remote control.
  • Page 27 To improve the broadcast reception • For FM/TV/Wb(weather): Extend the headphones/earphones cord, which act as the FM antenna. • For AM: Orient the built-in AM antenna inside the remote control horizontally to obtain optimum AM reception. If an FM broadcast is hard to tune in Press SOUND repeatedly until “Local”...

  • Page 28: 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. 5-way control key (ENTER, ., >) On the recorder Press MENU.

  • Page 29: To Start/Stop Recording In Sync With The Sound Source (Synchro-Recording)

    On the remote control Press DISPLAY. Each time you press the button, the display changes as follows: Display window on the remote control Display: C/D Track number Elapsed time Track number Track name The number of Group name the track in the group The number of Disc name...

  • Page 30: Long-Time Recording (Mdlp)

    Press and slide REC. The recorder stands by for recording. Play the source you want to record. The recorder starts recording automatically when it receives the playing sound. “REC” light up in the display. 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 31: Recording From Tv Or Radio (Analog Recording)

    Press . or > repeatedly to select the desired recording mode, and then press ENTER. 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 32: Recording From A Microphone

    Recording from a microphone Stereo microphone* to MIC (PLUG IN POWER) See “Optional accessories” (page 77). Connect the stereo microphone to the MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack. The recorder changes to microphone input automatically. Press and slide REC. To select microphone sensitivity While the recorder is recording or stopped, press MENU.

  • Page 33: Adding Track Marks While Recording

    Adding track marks while recording You can add track marks (track number) while recording. 5-way control key (ENTER, ., >) Adding track marks manually While the recorder is recording, press T MARK (press P-MODE/ remote control). Adding track marks automatically (Auto Time Mark) Use this feature to add track marks automatically at specified intervals when...

  • Page 34: Adjusting The Recording Level Manually

    Notes • If you add a track mark by pressing T MARK or X (pause), etc., while recording, Auto Time Mark will begin automatically adding a track mark each time the selected time interval has elapsed. • The setting will be lost when the recording stopped.

  • Page 35: Various Ways Of Playback

    Various ways of playback In this section, the operation using the remote control is mainly explained. For details on operations done on the recorder, see the pages indicated for each operation. Viewing various information You can check the track or disc name, track number, the elapsed playing time of the current track, the number of the tracks recorded on the MD, the group name, and...

  • Page 36: Selecting The Play Mode

    Selecting the play mode You can select from the various play modes using the P-MODE/ Jog lever Press P-MODE/ Each time you press the button, the play mode changes as follows: Display window on the remote control Play mode indication Indication Play mode (none)

  • Page 37: Listening To Tracks In A Desired Sequence (Program Play)

    To play the bookmarked tracks During playback, press P-MODE/ repeatedly until “ TrPLAY?” appears in the display. Press the jog lever. The Bookmarked tracks start playing, starting with the smallest track number. To erase a bookmark While playing the track for which you want to erase the bookmark, press and hold the jog lever until “...

  • Page 38: Selecting The Sound Quality (6-Band Equalizer)

    Slide the jog lever repeatedly to select the surround mode. Each time you slide the jog lever, A and B change as follows: STUDIO LIVE CLUB ARENA Press the jog lever to enter the selected surround mode. Selecting the sound quality (6-Band Equalizer) During playback, press SOUND repeatedly to select “SOUND”.

  • Page 39: Playing An Md Within Your Car Stereo System

    Polarity of the plug Sony will not be responsible for any problem that results from the incorrect installation of the unit. If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit, please contact your nearest Sony dealer.
  • Page 40 Wipe the surface of the console box, and then attach the carrying case to the console box with the supplied Velcro strips. Wipe the flat surface where the rotary commander will be placed, and then attach the rotary commander to the surface with the supplied Velcro strips. Notes •...

  • Page 41: Connection

    Connection To listen to the player through your car cassette deck, connect it as follows: To a cassette insertion door Car cassette deck connecting pack Audio signal When the power is turned on, the LED lamp on the supplied car battery cord lights up. Playing an MD within your car stereo system For operation of the rotary commander, see page “The rotary commander”...

  • Page 42: The Rotary Commander

    • With some car cassette decks, you may hear some rattling noise from the car connecting pack. However, this is not a sign of malfunction. • Sony guarantees only playback operations on the recorder during use with the car connecting pack. Recording or charging operations are not guaranteed and should not be attempted.

  • Page 43: Fuse Replacement

    • Be sure to use a fuse of the same amperage and length as the one to be replaced. Never use a piece of wire as a substitute for the fuse. • If the fuse is blown again after it is replaced, contact your nearest Sony dealer. When visiting the dealer, take the defective fuse with you.

  • Page 44: 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 45 Press . or > repeatedly until the following item appears in the display, and then press ENTER. When labeling a “ track When labeling a “ disc The cursor flashes in the letter input area and the track, group, or disc is ready to be labeled.

  • Page 46: 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 55. Example Move track C (track number 3) from the third to the second track. Before moving After moving 5-way control key...

  • Page 47: 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. This function can be set with the recorder only.

  • Page 48: Combining Tracks (Combine)

    To add track marks while recording (except while synchro-recording) Press T MARK on the recorder (press 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 33).

  • Page 49: Erasing Tracks And A Whole Disc Contents (Erase)

    Erasing tracks and a whole disc contents (Erase) You can erase unnecessary tracks or all tracks in a disc. Notes • When you erase groups, see page 57. • You cannot erase tracks that have been checked out from your computer. You cannot erase an entire disc if it contains a checked-out track.

  • Page 50: To Erase The Whole Disc

    To erase the whole disc You can quickly erase all the tracks and data of the MD at the same time. Note that once a recording has been erased, you cannot retrieve it. Be sure to check the contents of the disc before you erase it.

  • Page 51: 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 52: 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 then press . or > until the group you want to add a track to appears in the display. While pressing GROUP, press and slide REC.

  • Page 53: (Group Repeat Play)

    Repeat play for the selected group play mode (Group Repeat Play) During playback in the selected group mode, press and hold P-MODE/ for 2 seconds or more. “ ” appears in the display. Playback repeats in the respective group play mode. Display Play mode Repeat play of tracks...

  • Page 54: Releasing A Group Setting

    Notes • You can create a maximum of 99 groups on a disc. It is not possible to make a group setting if the tracks, groups and disc name on a disc contain more than the maximum number of characters that can be stored. •...

  • Page 55: Labeling Recorded Groups

    Press MENU. Press . or > until “EDIT” appears in the display, and then press ENTER. Press . or > until “ Release” appears in the display, and press ENTER. “Release?” and “PushENTER” appear alternately in the display. Press ENTER. The group setting of the selected group is released.

  • Page 56: Changing The Order Of A Group On A Disc (Group Move)

    Press . or > until “Move” appears in the display, and then press ENTER. Press . or > until “ appears in the display, and then press ENTER. When moving a track out of a group, skip this step. When moving a track into a different group, press .

  • Page 57: To Erase A Group

    To erase a group You can erase tracks in a selected group. Note that once a recording has been erased, you cannot retrieve it. Be sure to check the contents of the group before you erase it. Note You cannot erase tracks that have been checked out from your computer.

  • Page 58: 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 59 Category Function Display Viewing information Editing Labeling (Name) Moving Erasing Assigning tracks to groups Releasing a group What it does Displays various information such as the remaining time, etc. in the display window. Labels tracks, groups, or the disc. recorder Changes the order of tracks or groups.

  • Page 60: 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 MENU to enter the menu. 2 Press . or > to select the item. 3 Press ENTER to enter the selection. 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3.

  • Page 61: Turning Off The Beep Sound

    Turning off the beep sound You can set the beep so that it is not emitted when the recorder and the remote control are operated. Enter the menu and select “OPTION” - “BEEP”. Select “BEEP OFF”. To turn on the beep sound Select “BEEP ON”.

  • Page 62: Selecting The Play Mode

    Selecting the play mode Enter the menu and select “PLAY MODE”. Select the desired play mode. When you select A, B Indication A/ Play mode Normal/— All the tracks are played once. 1 Track/1 A single track is played. TrPLAY/ Bookmarked tracks play back in order of their track...

  • Page 63: Adjusting The Sound (Virtual-Surround • 6-Band Equalizer)

    Playing a track in group play Do steps 1 and 2 of “Selecting the play mode” (page 62) and select “ :Normal” in step 2. To cue to the start of a group (Group Skip) 1 During playback, press GROUP. 2 Press .

  • Page 64: Starting The Playback Quickly (Quick Mode)

    Selecting the sound quality (6- Band Equalizer) While playing, enter the menu and select “SOUND” - “SOUND EQ”. Press . or > repeatedly to select the SOUND mode. Each time you press . or >, A and B change as follows: HEAVY POPS JAZZ...

  • Page 65: Protecting Your Hearing (Avls)

    Notes • When the power mode is set to “QUICK”, the power remains on within the recorder even when nothing appears in the display. This leads to a shorter battery life. For this reason, it is recommended that you charge the battery daily.

  • Page 66: Labeling (Name)

    Labeling (Name) Enter the menu and select “EDIT” - “Name” Select one of the following: When labeling a track When labeling a disc The cursor appears in the display and the track, group, or disc is ready to be labeled. Turn the volume control repeatedly to select a letter and press the jog lever.

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

    Moving a track in a disc with group setting While playing the track you want to move enter the menu and select “EDIT” - “Move” - “ When moving a track out of a group, skip this step. When moving a track into a different group, slide the jog lever until the destination group appears in the display, and then press the jog lever.

  • Page 68: Assigning Tracks Or Groups As A New Group (Group Setting)

    To erase a group Select a group you want to erase and check the contents (see “To cue to the start of a group (Group Skip)” (page 52)). Press x to stop. Enter the menu and select “EDIT” - “Erase” - “ : Erase”.

  • Page 69: 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 MENU button, 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 70 Menu 1 Menu 2 REC SET REC MODE RecVolume TIME MARK MIC SENS : REC SYNC REC OPTION AVLS BEEP REC-Posi PowerMode On the remote control Menu 1 Menu 2 EDIT Name : Set : Release Move Erase OPTION AVLS BEEP PowerMode Menu 3...

  • Page 71: Various Way To Use The Radio

    Various way to use the radio Presetting radio stations automatically You can automatically preset radio stations whose reception is good. Once a station is preset, you can tune it in at any time simply by selecting the preset number. Up to 40 stations can be preset, 30 for FM and 10 for AM.

  • Page 72: Listening To The Preset Radio Stations

    Press the jog lever to enter the selection. A long beep sounds in the headphones/earphones. “PRESET”, “M”, and preset number disappear in the display. Listening to the preset radio stations You can simply tune the station by selecting the preset number. RADIO ON/OFF Jog lever (BAND, TUNE –, TUNE +)

  • Page 73: 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 (NH-10WM). When using a Sony LR6 (SG) “STAMINA” alkaline dry battery (produced in Japan). When playing (Unit: approx.hours)(JEITA) Batteries...

  • Page 74: 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 75 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 76: Specifications

    Headphones/earphones cord antenna Built-in ferrite bar antenna General 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 77: Optional Accessories

    Car kit Car connecting pack Frequency response: 50 to 20,000Hz (Differs depending on your car cassette deck) Dimensions: Approx. 102.4 (w/h/d) (4 in.) Mass: Approx. 42 g (1.5 oz) Cord length: Approx. 1.5 m Car battery cord Input voltage: DC 12 V/24 V (only for negative # ground cars) Rated output voltage: DC 3.0 V Rated output current: 1,000 mA...

  • Page 78: Troubleshooting And Explanations

    Check this section, “Troubles and solutions” (page 78). You may find the solution of your trouble on “Messages” (page 84) as well. Check the information. If you cannot solve the problem after you made checks, consult your nearest Sony dealer. While charging...
  • Page 79 Symptom Cause/Remedy Recording cannot be • Audio sources may not be securely connected. done correctly. , Disconnect the audio sources once and connect them again • There is no digital signal from the portable CD player. , When recording digitally from a portable CD player, use the •...

  • Page 80: While Playing

    Symptom “TR FULL” appears even before the disc has reached the maximum recording time (60, 74, or 80 minutes) and the recording cannot be done. The remaining recording time does not increase even after erasing numerous short tracks. While playing Symptom An MD is not played normally.

  • Page 81: While Editing

    Symptom Cause/Remedy No sound comes • The headphones/earphones plug is not firmly connected. through the , Plug in the plug of the headphones/earphones firmly to the headphones/ earphones. • The plug is dirty. , Clean the plug. The recorder skips •...

  • Page 82: While Using Group Function

    Symptom Track marks cannot be erased. The disc cannot edit on other component. “TR FULL” appears even before the disc has reached the maximum track number or recording time. While using group function Symptom Cause/Remedy The group • While using a disc with no group setting, an attempt was made to function does not operate.

  • Page 83: Others

    Symptom Cause/Remedy • The rechargeable battery or the alkaline dry battery is used up. e flashes in the display on the — Charge the battery or replace the battery with new LR6 (size remote control and the radio does not operate.

  • Page 84: Messages

    • There is an internal malfunction in the system. , Restart the operation by doing steps 1 to 3 on page 83. If the message appears again, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. • You tried to create the 100th group.
  • Page 85 Error message Meaning/Remedy MENU • You pressed a key on the remote control while selecting a menu on the recorder. You pressed a key on the recorder while selecting a menu on the remote control. NAME FULL • You tried to enter more than 200 letters to label a single track, group, or disc.
  • Page 86 Error message PROTECTED Push STOP READ ERR REC ERR • Recording was not correctly done. Rehearsal SEL Group SEL Track SLOW CHG TEMP OVER TOC Edit TOC ERR TR FULL • Track number 254 has been reached. Meaning/Remedy • You tried to record or edit on a MD with the tab in the record- protect position.
  • Page 87 Error message Meaning/Remedy TrPROTECT • You tried to record or edit a track that is protected from erasing. , Record or edit on other tracks. • You tried to edit a track that has been checked out from a computer. , Check the track back in to the computer and then edit.

  • Page 88: Explanations

    Explanations Difference between digital (optical) and analog (line) inputs 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.
  • Page 89 About the DSP TYPE-S for ATRAC 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 90: 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 98). 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 105).

  • Page 91: 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 92: 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 93: 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 94: 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 95: 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 96 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 114). 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 97: 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 98: 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 106).

  • Page 99: 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 100 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 101: 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 98) and click Double click the desired album name.

  • Page 102: 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 120).
  • Page 103 Click recording mode (page 100). 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 104 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 105: 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 Operations” 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 106: 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 107 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 108: 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 109 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 110: For Users With Openmg Jukebox, Sonicstage, Or Sonicstage

    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 111: 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 112: 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 113: 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 114: 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 115 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 116: 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 117 • 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 118: 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 119 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 120: 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 121 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 122: 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 123 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 124: Index

    Index Numerics 6-Band Equalizer Accessories optional supplied ATRAC3 Audio CD Auto Time Mark AVLS back up Battery battery life dry battery rechargeable battery Bookmark play Car stereo system CD-ROM Charging Check-in Checking playing position remaining time Check-out Cleaning Combining tracks Connecting analog car battery cord...
  • Page 125 Name a disc groups tracks Net MD Net MD driver No sound Online help OpenMG OpenMG Jukebox software Play mode groups tracks Playlist Presetting radio stations automatic manual Program Play Quick mode Radio Recording analog digital from microphone level MDLP mode without overwriting tracks Recording mode (Bit rate) Recording navigation window...
  • Page 127 This warranty is valid only in Canada.
  • Page 128 This warranty is valid only in the United States. Printed in Malaysia...

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