Sony MD Walkman MZ-E25 Operating Instructions

3-861-359-12(1)
Playing an MD right
away!
Portable MiniDisc Player
Operating instructions
Mode d'emploi (au dos)
Prepare one LR6 (size AA) alkaline battery. You can also use this
player on a rechargeable battery and house current (see "Power
sources"). The player automatically switches to play the stereo or
monaural sound according to the recorded sound.
MZ-E25
1
Insert the battery.
Sony Corporation ©1998 Printed in Japan
1 Slide open the battery
compartment lid like the
For the customers in the U.S.A. and
WARNING arrow in the illustration.
Canada
To prevent fire or shock
RECYCLING NICKEL-CADMIUM
hazard, do not expose
BATTERIES
the unit to rain or
NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERY.
moisture.
BATTERY MUST BE RECYCLED OR
DISPOSED OF PROPERLY.
Nickel-Cadmium batteries are
To avoid electrical
recyclable. You can help preserve our
shock, do not open the environment by returning your unwanted
batteries to your nearest Sony Service
cabinet. Refer servicing
Center or Factory Service Center for
to qualified personnel collection, recycling or proper disposal.
Note: In some areas the disposal of nickel- 2
only. Insert an MD.
cadmium batteries in household or
business trash may be prohibited.
Caution
The use of optical instruments with this For the Sony Service Center nearest you
product will increase eye hazard. call 1-800-222-SONY (United States only)
For the Factory Service Center nearest you
call 416-499-SONY (Canada only)
Listening for many hours at maximum
volume may damage your hearing.
Caution: Do not handle damaged or
Information leaking nickel-cadmium
batteries.
IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE
FOR ANY DIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR
Owner's Record
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY
The serial number is located inside the lid and
NATURE, OR LOSSES OR EXPENSES
the model number is located at the bottom.
RESULTING FROM ANY DEFECTIVE
Record the serial number in the space
PRODUCT OR THE USE OF ANY
provided below. Refer to them whenever you
PRODUCT.
call upon your Sony dealer regarding this
For Customers in Canada product.
Model No. MZ-E25
To prevent electric shock, do not use this
polarized AC plug with an extension cord, Serial No. _______________________________
receptacle or other outlet unless the blades 3
"MD WALKMAN" is a trademark of Sony Play an MD.
can be fully inserted to prevent blade
Corporation.
exposure.
For Customers in the United States
Welcome!
Information
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital Welcome to the world of the MiniDisc! Here
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. are some of the capabilities and features you'll
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
discover with the new MiniDisc Player.
protection against harmful interference in a
• Thin body, compact MiniDisc player.
residential installation. This equipment
• You can operate this player by inserting
generates, used, and can radiate radio frequency
either a dry battery or a "chewing-gum
energy and, if not installed and used in
type" rechargeable battery into the battery
accordance with the instructions, may cause
compartment of the player.
harmful interference to radio communications.
• Shuttle dial remote control with LCD –
However, there is no guarantee that interference
Keep the main unit in your pocket and
will not occur in a particular installation. If this
VOL +/–
operate the MiniDisc player through the
equipment does cause harmful interference to
shuttle dial on the remote control; The LCD
radio or television reception, which can be
p
displays track information, playback mode
determined by turning the equipment off and on,
as well as battery condition.
the user is encouraged to try to correct the
4 Press VOLUME +/–
interference by one more of the following
measures:
(VOL +/– on the
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
remote control) to
• Increase the separation between the equipment
adjust the volume.
and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a You can check the
volume in the display
circuit different from that to which the receiver
of the remote control.
is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
To Press (Beeps in the
headphones)
P on the remote
Pause
control (Continuous
short beeps)
Press P again to
A
resume play.
=or turn the
Find the
control to = on the
beginning of
remote control once
the current
(Three short beeps)
track
Find the + or turn the
beginning of control to (•+
the next track on the remote control
once (Two short
beeps)
Go backwards keep pressing
while playing 1) = or keep the
control turned to
=on the remote
control
Go forward keep pressing
2 Insert the battery with
while playing 1) + or keep the
correct polarity. control turned to
(•+ on the
remote control
Remove p and slide OPEN
LR6 (size AA)
the MD and open the lid.
alkaline
battery (not
supplied)
When Using the headphones
Wear the "L" marked side to the left ear
and the "R" marked side to the right ear.
For customers in the United States
Unfold the supplied headphones as shown
in the illustration below.
If the play does not start
Make sure the player is not locked. See "To
lock the controls."
Display window while playing
back
2 Insert an MD with the label
facing up and press the lid •Display window on the remote control
1 Slide OPEN and
down to close. Track name 3) or elapsed time
open the lid.
of the track being played
Track number
1) To go backwards or forward quickly
without listening, press P and keep
3 Press ( (turn the control to
pressing = or + (on the remote
(•+ on the remote control). control, keep the control turned).
2) Once you open the lid, the point to start
The player starts to play the first track.
play will change to the beginning of the first
If you use the remote control, a short
track.
beep sounds in the headphones.
3) Appears only with MDs that have been
electronically labeled.
p
Note
Do not slide OPEN during playback. If you
VOLUME +/–
do, the lid opens and playback will stop.
When using optional headphones
Use the headphones that have stereo-
miniplug. You cannot use other types of
headphones (microplug).
2 Connect the
headphones with
remote control to
2/REMOTE.
1 Connect the headphones to
the remote control. Connect
it firmly all the way.
To stop play, press p.
If you use the remote control, a short
beep sounds in the headphones.
z Various ways of To lock the controls D
playback To prevent the buttons from being
accidentally operated when you carry the
player, use this function.
Playing tracks repeatedly
B
You can play tracks repeatedly in three ways-
-all repeat, single repeat, and shuffle repeat.
HOLD
PLAY MODE
HOLD
Press PLAY MODE while the player is
playing an MD. Slide HOLD on the player to lock the controls.
Each time you press PLAY MODE, the play On the remote control, slide HOLD in the
mode indication changes as follows.
direction of the c to lock the controls.
To emphasize bass (DIGITAL MEGA
BASS) E
The DIGITAL MEGA BASS function
intensifies low frequency sound for richer
Play mode indication
quality audio reproduction.
(none) (normal play)
Z
All the tracks are played once.
.
"f" (all repeat)
2)
All the tracks are played
repeatedly.
2
.
1
"f 1 " (single repeat) 0
A single track is played
repeatedly. DIGITAL
MEGABASS
.
DIGITAL MEGA BASS
"f SHUF " (shuffle repeat)
All the tracks are played
Slide DIGITAL MEGA BASS.
repeatedly in random order.
Choose 1 (slight effect) or 2 (strong effect).
To cancel the effect, set DIGITAL MEGA
BASS to 0.
Note
If the sound becomes distorted when
emphasizing bass, turn down the volume.
Tips on playback
To protect your hearing (AVLS) F
To know the track name and time C
The AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter
Press DISPLAY on the remote control while
System) function keeps down the maximum
the player is playing an MD.
volume to protect your ears.
Each time you press DISPLAY, the display
changes as follows.
DISPLAY
AVLS
LIMIT
NORM
Elapsed time AVLS
Set AVLS to LIMIT.
The volume is kept at a moderate level, even if
Z
you try to turn the volume above the limited
level.
Track number
.
Track name
Track number
.
Disc name
Number of the track
recorded on the MD.
Note
Disc and track names appear only with MDs that
have been electronically labeled.
z Power sources zAdditional information
Troubleshooting
When to replace or charge Precautions
Should any problem persist after you have
the batteries made these checks, consult your nearest Sony
On safety dealer.
Do not put any foreign objects in the DC IN
You can check the battery condition with the
The player does not work or works
1.5 V jack.
battery indication displayed while using the
poorly.
player.
On power sources • You tried to play with no disc in the
player ("No DISC" flashes).
B Used batteries For use in your house: Use the AC power
b Insert an MD.
adaptor AC-E15L (not supplied). Do not
v
use any other AC power adaptor since it • The player is locked.
b Weak batteries. Replace all the batteries
may cause the player to malfunction. b Slide HOLD against the arrow to
v unlock the player.
• Moisture has condensed inside the
n The batteries have gone out."LoBATT"
player.
flashes in the display of the remote
control, and the power goes off. b Take the MD out and leave the
Polarity of the plug
player in a warm place for several
Battery life* The player is not disconnected from the AC hours until the moisture evaporates.
power source (mains) as long as it is • The rechargeable battery or dry battery
Batteries Playback is weak (n"LoBATT" flashes).
connected to the wall outlet, even if the
b Replace the dry battery or recharge
player itself has been turned off.
One LR6 (size AA) Approx. 6 hours
the battery.
If you are not going to use this player for a
alkaline battery
long time, be sure to disconnect the power • The rechargeable battery or dry battery
supply (AC power adaptor, dry batteries, have been installed incorrectly.
Ni-Cd
rechargeable batteries, or car battery cord). b Install the battery correctly.
Approx. 2 hours
rechargeable
To remove the AC power adaptor from the • An MD with no recording on it is
battery (NC-6WM)
wall outlet, grasp the adaptor plug itself; inserted ("BLANK" flashes).
never pull the cord. b Insert a recorded MD.
* The battery life may be shorter due to
• The player cannot read the disc (it's
operating conditions and the temperature of
On heat build-up
scratched or dirty) ("ERROR" on the
the location.
Heat may build up in the player if it is used remote control flashes).
for an extended period of time. In this case, b Reinsert or replace the disc.
leave the player to cool down.
Using on a rechargeable • While operating, the player received a
mechanical shock, too much static,
battery
G
On installation abnormal power voltage caused by
Never use the player where it will be lightning, etc.
1
Charge the rechargeable battery subjected to extremes of light, temperature, b Restart the operation as follows.
NC-6WM (not supplied) with the battery moisture or vibration. 1 Disconnect all the power sources.
charger. Refer to the instructions manual Never wrap the player in anything when it 2 Leave the player for about 30
that came with the charger for charging. is being used with the AC power adaptor. seconds.
Heat build-up in the player may cause 3 Connect the power source.
2
Open the battery compartment lid and
malfunction or injury.
The MD is not played normally.
insert the charged battery.
•The player is set to the repeat mode
On the headphones
("f" is displayed).
Road safety
b Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until
Do not use headphones while driving, cycling, or
"f" disappears, then start
operating any motorized vehicle. It may create a
Insert the
playing.
traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas. It can
battery with
also be potentially dangerous to play your player
correct
at high volume while walking, especially at
An MD is not played from the first track.
pedestrian crossings. You should exercise
polarity.
• Disc playing stopped before it came to
extreme caution or discontinue use in potentially
the last track.
hazardous situations.
b Press = repeatedly or eject and
reinsert the MD once to go back to
Preventing hearing damage
the beginning of the disc, and restart
Avoid using headphones at high volume.
playing after checking the track
Hearing experts advise against continuous, loud
and extended play. If you experience a ringing in number in the display.
your ears, reduce the volume or discontinue use.
Playback sound skips.
Using on house current
H
Caring for others • The player is placed where it receives
Keep the volume at a moderate level. This will continuous vibration.
Before using the player, remove the
allow you to hear outside sounds and to be b Put the player on a stable place.
rechargeable battery if it is installed.
considerate of the people around you. A very short track may cause sound
1
to skip.
Connect the AC-E15L AC power adaptor
On the MiniDisc cartridge
(not supplied) to the DC IN 1.5V jack of
Sound has a lot of static.
Do not break open the shutter.
the player.
• Strong magnetism from a television or
Do not place the cartridge where it will be
such device is interfering with
2
subject to light, temperature, moisture or
Connect the AC power adaptor to a wall
operation.
dust.
outlet.
b Move the player away from the
to wall outlet source of strong magnetism.
On cleaning
Clean the player casing with a soft cloth slightly
No sound comes through the
moistened with water or a mild detergent
headphones.
solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad,
• The headphones plug is not firmly
scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or
connected.
benzene as it may mar the finish of the casing.
b Connect the headphones plug firmly
Wipe the disc cartridge with a dry cloth to
to the remote control. Then connect
remove dirt.
the remote control plug firmly to the
Dust on the lens may prevent the unit from
2/REMOTE jack.
operating properly. Be sure to close the disc
• Volume is too low.
compartment lid after inserting or ejecting an
b Adjust the volume by pressing
MD.
to DC IN 1.5 V
VOLUME +/– (VOL +/– on the
Notes on the batteries remote control) .
• AVLS is on.
Note Incorrect battery usage may lead to leakage of
battery fluid or bursting batteries. To prevent b Slide AVLS to NORM.
The battery indication ı is displayed while
such accidents, observe the following
using the AC power adaptor.
precautions:
Install the + and – poles of the batteries
correctly.
Do not try to recharge the batteries.
When the player is not to be used for a long
time, be sure to remove the batteries.
If a battery leak should develop, carefully
and thoroughly wipe away battery fluid
from the battery compartment before
inserting new ones.
Note on mechanical noise
The player gives out mechanical noise while
operating, which is caused by the power-
saving system of the player and it is not a
trouble.
If you have any questions or problems
concerning your player, please consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
Specifications
System
Audio playing system
MiniDisc digital audio system
Laser diode properties
Material: GaAlAs
Wavelength: = 790 nm
Emission duration: continuous
Laser output: less than 44.6 µW*
* This output is the value measured at a distance
of 200 mm from the objective lens surface on
the optical pick-up block with 7mm aperture.
Revolutions
400 rpm to 900 rpm (CLV)
Error correction
Advanced Cross Interleave Reed Solomon Code
(ACIRC)
Sampling frequency
44.1 kHz
Coding
Adaptive TRansform Acoustic Coding (ATRAC)
Modulation system
EFM (Eight to Fourteen Modulation)
Number of channels
2 stereo channels
1 monaural channel
Frequency response
20 to 20,000 Hz ± 3 dB
Wow and Flutter
Below measurable limit
Outputs
Headphones: stereo mini-jack, maximum output
level 5 mW + 5 mW, load impedance 16 ohm
General
Power requirements
One LR6 (size AA) battery (not supplied)
Ni-Cd rechargeable battery NC-6WM (not
supplied)
Sony AC Power Adaptor AC-E15L 1) (not
supplied) connected at the DC IN 1.5 V jack
Battery operation time
See "When to replace or charge the batteries"
Dimensions
1
Approx. 102 17.2 75 mm (w/h/d) (4 / 8
11 / 3 in.) not including projecting parts and
16
controls
Mass
Approx. 130 g (4.6 oz.) the player only
Approx. 170 g (6.0 oz.) incl. a premastered MD
and a Sony alkaline LR6 (SG) battery
Supplied accessories
Headphones with a remote control (1)
Carrying pouch (1)
Ear pad (2)
Optional accessories
AC-E15L AC power adaptor 1)
Ni-Cd rechargeable battery NC-6WM
Battery charger for NC-6WM BC-7 series
MDR-series Stereo Headphones 2)
SRS-A41 Sony Active Speakers
CK-MD4 MiniDisc Carrying Case
CK-MD10 MiniDisc Filing Box
1) The operative voltage for the AC power
adaptor varies depending upon the country in
which it is sold. Therefore, purchase the AC
power adaptor in the country you intend to
use it.
2) Whether you should plug the headphones
directly to 2/REMOTE on the main unit or to
a remote control, use only headphones with
stereo mini plugs.
stereo mini plugs
Your dealer may not handle some of the above
listed accessories. Please ask the dealer for
detailed information about the accessories in
your country.
US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.