Summary of Contents for Sony VAIO Music Clip MC-P10
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4-645-934-11(1) Personal Network Player Operating Instructions MC-P10 1999 Sony Corporation...
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• 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 player.
Table of contents Overview 4 What you can do with the Music Clip Personal Network Player 4 Copyright protection 5 System requirements 6 About this manual 7 Using the OpenMG Jukebox Help Getting started Unpacking 8 Parts and Controls 9 Installing the OpenMG Jukebox 10 Uninstalling the OpenMG Jukebox Inserting the battery 12...
Overview What you can do with the Music Clip Network Player The Music Clip Player is a portable audio player that allows you to easily transfer digital sound data from your computer to the Music Clip Player. The OpenMG maintaining the copyrights of its holders. The OpenMG-compliant application software that is supplied with your Music Clip Player enables you to store digital music data on your computer’s hard disk and transfer it to the Music Clip Player.
Copyright protection The Music Clip Player has some restrictions on recording and playback to protect copyrights. For details, see “Restrictions on the copyright protection by OpenMG” on page 29. What is OpenMG? OpenMG is a copyright protection technology used when recording and playing back audio data on computers.
System requirements • IBM PC/AT and compatibles CPU: MMX Pentium 233 MHz and above (Pentium II 400 MHz and above recommended) Hard disk drive space: 20 MB and above RAM: 64 MB and above CD-ROM drive Audio output USB port •...
About this manual This manual explains how to operate the Music Clip Player. For details on how to use the supplied software (OpenMG Jukebox), refer to the software’s Help files. The OpenMG Jukebox has two Help files, OpenMG Jukebox Help, which gives an overview of the software, and Music Clip Help, which explains how to use the Music Clip Player with the software.
Getting started Unpacking Your Music Clip Player comes with the following items. • Music Clip Player (1) • Size AA (LR6) battery (1) • Headphones (1) • Neck strap (1) • USB cable (1) • CD-ROM (OpenMG Jukebox installation disc) (1) •...
Installing the OpenMG Jukebox Notes • Be sure to install the OpenMG Jukebox before connecting the Music Clip Player. • Do not delete, move, or change contents of the installation folder since OpenMG Jukebox uses this folder. This section describes how to install the OpenMG Jukebox to your computer.
EMD services To use OpenMG-enabled EMD services on the Internet, the following condition is required. • You need to be accessible to the Internet from your computer. Sign up an Internet service provider and prepare an Internet-accessible environment before using this service.
Inserting the battery Note If you do not use the battery correctly, it may cause damage from leakage and corrosion. Please follow the directions below: - Make sure the polarity is correct. - Do not charge a dry cell battery. - If you do not intend to use the player for an extended period of time,...
Using the neck strap You can carry the Music Clip Player by wearing it around your neck. Remove the string portion from the neck strap. String portion Attach the string to the neck strap holder. Thread the headphones cord on the neck strap to prevent the cord from getting twisted.
Basic operation Using the Music Clip Player Note While the Music Clip Player is connected to the computer, all operations of the Music Clip Player are deactivated. This section explains how to transfer CD tracks to the Music Clip Player. Refer to the OpenMG Jukebox Help for information on importing MP3 files and WAV files, and downloading sound data via the Internet.
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OpenMG Jukebox basic controls 1 Recorder Starts the OpenMG Recorder. 2 Internet Starts the EMD download window 3 Shuffle/Repeat indicators Displays the shuffle/repeat play status. 4 Play mode control buttons Controls recording, playback, volume, etc. 5 Edit My Select Opens the My Select window 6 Portable Player Opens the Portable Player window 7 Album title column...
To import MP3 files Use the OpenMG File Importer application. The Music Clip Player supports playback of MP3 files whose bitrate is 32– 256 kbps. For details, see “Importing MP3 files” of the OpenMG Jukebox Help. To name the album and songs Enter the name using the keyboard, or retrieve the...
Note Before transferring, make sure the Music Clip Player is connected to your computer. To cancel Checking Out Click Stop. To transfer the songs from the Music Clip Player to your computer See “Checking in a checked-out song (Check in) of the OpenMG Jukebox Help.
z Tip The Music Clip Player does not have the power switch. The Music Clip Player automatically turns off about 10 seconds after it stops playing. Press Nx (play/stop) again to start playback. The Music Clip Player starts playing from the song last time you stopped playing.
Note The display turns off about 10 seconds after playback stops. Using the display information You can check play status, battery life, and other information on the Music Clip Player display. EQ (page Repeat mode (page 20) Remaining battery Play/Volume indicators While playing, the N icon and the song number appear.
Additional operations Playing songs repeatedly (MODE) Note The repeat mode is reset to the factory setting (no indicator) if the battery is removed. You can play all the songs or a specific song repeatedly. > (MODE) To play songs repeatedly, while holding down the SHIFT button, press >...
Changing the equalizer (EQ) Note The EQ is reset to the factory setting (no indicator) if the battery is removed. You can change the equalizer (EQ) according to the type of music you are playing. . (EQ) To change the EQ, while holding down the SHIFT button, press .
Limiting the maximum volume level with Auto Volume Limiter System (AVLS) Locking controls (Hold) To protect your ears, you can limit the maximum volume level using the Auto Volume Limiter System (AVLS) switch. When the AVLS switch is activated, the volume will not exceed the defined limit, even when turned up all the way.
Additional information Precautions Safety Do not drop or give a mechanical shock to the Music Clip Player. It may damage the unit. Installation Do not place the Music Clip Player in a location where it is: • On an unstable surface •...
Specifications Audio characteristics Frequency response 20 – 20,000 Hz Signal-to-noise ratio (S/N) 85 dB Memory capacity 64 MB Output Headphones jack Stereo mini jack Connector USB 1.0 General Power requirements Size AA (LR6) battery USB bus power Battery life Approx. 5 hours (continuous playback) Power consumption Approx.
Getting Help This section describes how to get help and support from Sony, as well as troubleshooting tips for your Music Clip Player. About Sony’s Support Options Sony provides several support options for your Music Clip Player. When you have questions about...
If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the Music Clip Player, this troubleshooting guide may help you remedy the problem. Should a problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. On the Music Clip Player There’s no sound.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) The portable window of OpenMG Jukebox shows only 60.48MB although the specifications say that the memory capacity is 64MB. cAlthough OpenMG Jukebox contains 64MB flash memory, the system uses some memory and leaves 60.48MB for recording audio data. How can I delete a song using OpenMG Jukebox which is attached to a computer other than a machine which was used to check out the...
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How can I record music for two hours? cInstall OpenMG Jukebox software on your computer then transfer music. To ensure two-hour recording, set the bit rate to 66Kbps. The backlight only turns on while the USB cable is connected to my computer. Why is this? cYou have no battery installed in your OpenMG Jukebox.
Restrictions on the copyright protection by OpenMG This product (MC-P10) features OpenMG, a copyright protection technology developed by Sony to protect music copyrights. OpenMG uses a high-level cryptographic technology to protect music contents with computers. This product and the supplied OpenMG Jukebox...
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Sony will offer a pay upgrade kit in this case. Notes • SONY is not liable in case of failure of recording or downloading of the data, as well as contents broken or erased due to the malfunction of the computer.
Terminology OpenMG Copyright protection technology that manages the music data from EMD/Audio CD on a personal computer. Application software installed in the computer encrypts the digital music content when recording on the hard disk. This allows the user to enjoy music content on the computer, but prevents unauthorized transmission of contents across a network or elsewhere.
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ATRAC3 (Adaptive Transform Acoustic Coding 3) ATRAC3 is a sound compression technology based on “ATRAC3,” a sound compression technology used for Mini Disc, with the addition of a new technology to increase the compression rate (approximately one tenth). MP3 is the abbreviation for “MPEG-1 Audio Layer3“ fixed in one of the working group of ISO named MPEG.
1. Labor: For a period of ninety (90) calendar days from the original date of purchase from SONY or a SONY authorized reseller, SONY will repair defects in material or workmanship in the Product at no charge, or pay the associated labor charges to a SONY authorized service facility.
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The credit card will only be charged for SONY’s list price for the part if the original part has not been returned within thirty (30) days. In respect of certain components you may be entitled to express warranty service during the warranty period, subject to certain restriction.
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Be sure to remove all third party hardware, software, features, parts, options, alterations, and attachments not warranted by SONY prior to sending the Product to SONY for service. SONY is not liable for any loss or damage to these items. This Limited Warranty does not cover any consumable items (such as batteries) supplied with this Product;...
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Repair or replacement of defective parts or hardware as provided under this Limited Warranty is the exclusive remedy of the consumer. SONY SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR OTHER DAMAGES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO,...
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1999 Sony Electronics Inc. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. All rights reserved. SONY is a registered trademark of Sony. It Is Important That You Register Your VAIO Music Clip By registering, you receive the following benefits: •...
Neck strap OpenMG Jukebox OpenMG Jukebox Help Overview Parts and controls Playback Precautions Recording a CD Repeat mode Restrictions on the copyright protection SDMI Sony’s Support Options Specifications Starting the OpenMG Jukebox System requirements Transferring the songs Troubleshooting Uninstall Unpacking Volume...