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Sony MZ-N10 Operating Instructions Manual

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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-N10
©2002 Sony Corporation
3-250-372-13(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-N10 ©2002 Sony Corporation 3-250-372-13(1) page 13 page 96 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-N10 Serial No.
  • Page 3 Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: MZ-N10 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 Operation Looking at controls ... 14 Getting started ... 18 Recording an MD right away! ... 22 Playing an MD right away! ... 26 Various ways of recording ... 28 Viewing various information ...28 To start/stop recording in sync with the sound source (Synchro-recording) ...29 Long-time recording (MDLP) ...30 Recording from a TV or radio (Analog Recording) ...31...
  • Page 7 Editing recorded tracks ... 43 Before editing ... 43 Labeling a track or a disc (Name) ... 43 Labeling ... 44 Re-labeling ... 45 Moving recorded tracks (Move) ... 46 Dividing a track (Divide) ... 47 Dividing a track directly ... 47 Adjusting the dividing point before dividing a track (Divide Rehearsal) ...
  • Page 8 Other operations ... 58 Useful settings ...58 How to use the menu items ...61 Setting the clock to stamp the recorded time ...62 Turning off the beep sound ...62 Changing the operational direction of the display ...63 Recording without overwriting existing material ...63 Creating a new group when recording ...63 Selecting the play mode ...64 Adjusting the sound (Virtual-Surround •...
  • Page 9 Troubleshooting and explanations ... 82 Troubleshooting ... 82 While charging ... 82 While recording ... 83 While playing ... 85 While Editing ... 87 While using group function ... 88 Others ... 88 Messages ... 90 Explanations ... 94...
  • Page 10 Software Operation What is a Net MD? ... 97 Basic Operations ... 98 Basic operational flow using the Net MD ...98 Providing the required system environment ...99 System requirements ...99 Installing the software onto your computer ...100 Before installing the software ...100 Installing SonicStage Ver.1.5 ...101 Connecting the Net MD to your computer ...103 Storing audio data to your computer ...104...
  • Page 11 Other information ... 114 Settings and Precautions ... 114 Settings according to OS ... 114 For users with OpenMG Jukebox, SonicStage, or SonicStage Premium installed on their computer ... 116 Note on hard disk drive space ... 117 Notes on system suspend/hibernation mode ... 117 Backing up the audio data ...
  • Page 12 Portable MiniDisc Recorder Operating Instructions page 13 Recorder Operation _____ _____________________________ page 98 Software Operation _____ _____________________________ ìWALKMANî is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation to represent Headphone Stereo products. is a trademark of Sony Corporation. MZ-N10 ©2002 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 13: Checking The Supplied Accessories

    Checking the supplied accessories AC power adaptor (1) Dedicated USB cable (1) Optical cable (1) CD-ROM (SonicStage Ver. 1.5) (1)* Carrying pouch/carrying case with a belt clip (except USA model) (1) Recordable MD (USA and Canada models only) (1) Do not play a CD-ROM on an audio CD player. USB cradle (1) Headphones/earphones with a remote control (1)

  • Page 14: Looking At Controls

    Looking at controls The recorder A 5-way control key Operation Press N Press towards . Press towards > Press towards VOL+, –. and VOL + button has a tactile dot. B Charge lamp C Display window D OPEN switch E GROUP button F Jog dial (MENU/ENTER) Turn to select G zREC (record) switch...
  • Page 15 Q A terminal for attaching dry battery case R HOLD switch Slide the switch in the direction of the arrow to disable the buttons on the recorder. To prevent the buttons from being accidentally operated when you carry the recorder, use this function. The display window of the recorder A Character information display Displays the disc and track names,...
  • Page 16 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 17 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 18: Getting Started

    Getting started Slide BUILT-IN BATTERY to ON. The protection for the built-in lithium-ion rechargeable battery is released, power is supplied to the recorder and recharging of the built-in rechargeable battery becomes enabled. Rear of the recorder When operating the recorder using the AC power adaptor or a dry battery The recorder normally needs to be supplied power from the built-in rechargeable battery.
  • Page 19 Verify that the charge lamp lights up. charge lamp “Charging” and “-- min” appear when charging starts. • If the charge lamp turns off after a short time: This means the built-in rechargeable battery is sufficiently charged (the battery is charged when shipped).
  • Page 20 For details, refer to “Battery life” (page 76). When recording Batteries Built-in rechargeable battery LR6 (SG) Sony alkaline dry battery Built-in rechargeable battery + LR6 (SG) Slide HOLD to the opposite direction of the arrow (.) on the recorder or the remote control to unlock the controls.
  • Page 21 When playing Batteries Stereo Stereo Built-in rechargeable battery LR6 (SG) Sony alkaline dry battery Built-in rechargeable batter + LR6 (SG) Stereo...

  • Page 22: 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 23 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 6V Record an MD. Jog dial SEARCH zREC Note If you record on a previously recorded disc, the recorder is factory set to overwrite the entire contents of the disc.
  • Page 24 Record from the end of the current contents Record over previous material from a point partway through 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 63). A track mark is added at the point where you press the remainder of the track will be counted as a new track.
  • Page 25 Notes • “TOC Edit” flashes while data of the recording (the track’s start and end points, etc.) is being recorded. Do not move or jog the recorder or disconnect the power source while the indication is flashing in the display. •...

  • Page 26: 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+, –) Jog dial Volume control (VOL+, –) Jog lever (NX, ., >) To stop play, press x. A long beep sounds in the headphones/ earphones when you operate.
  • Page 27 Operation on the recorder Press X. Press X again to Pause resume play. Select a track directly Turn the jog dial, and then viewing track number press to enter. or name Find the beginning of Press the 5-way control key towards ..

  • 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. Jog dial On the recorder Press the jog dial.

  • 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: D/E Track number Elapsed time Track number Track name Numbers of Group name tracks in the group Numbers of Disc name...

  • Page 30: Long-Time Recording (Mdlp)

    Play the source you want to record. The recorder stars 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 31: Recording From A Tv Or Radio (Analog Recording)

    Recording Display mode window on the recorder Monaural MONO For better sound quality, record in normal stereo) stereo ( or LP2 stereo mode. If you record a stereo source in monaural, the sounds from left and right will be mixed. When using an 80-minute recordable MD Press and slide zREC.

  • Page 32: Recording From A Microphone

    Recording from a microphone Stereo microphone* Jog dial zREC to MIC (PLUG IN POWER) See “Optional accessories” (page 80). Connect the stereo microphone to the MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack. The recorder changes to microphone input automatically. Press and slide zREC to start recording.

  • Page 33: 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 T MARK Adding track marks manually While the recorder is recording, press T MARK (press P MODE/ remote control).

  • Page 34: 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 35: 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 36: Selecting The Play Mode

    Selecting the play mode You can select the various play modes using the P MODE/ Jog lever (., >, ENT) Press P MODE/ Each time you press the button, the play mode changes as follows: Play mode indication Indication Play mode (none) All the tracks are played once.

  • Page 37: Listening To Selected Tracks Only (Bookmark Play)

    Listening to selected tracks only (Bookmark Play) You can bookmark tracks on a disc and play them only. The sequence of bookmarked tracks cannot be changed. To bookmark the tracks While playing the track you want to bookmark, press the jog lever for 2 seconds or more.

  • Page 38: Adjusting The Sound (Virtual-Surround • 6-Band Equalizer)

    Adjusting the sound (Virtual-Surround • 6- Band Equalizer) You can vary the virtual sound to create different acoustics, or modify the sound to suit your taste and store it for later use. The following two effect can be selected. V-SUR (Virtual-Surround VPT Acoustic Engine) Provides 4 kinds of virtual surround conditions.

  • Page 39: Changing Playback Speed (Digital Pitch Control)

    To modify and store the sound You can modify the sound and store the results in “CUSTOM1” and “CUSTOM2”. 1 Do steps 1 to 3 of “Selecting the sound quality (6-Band Equalizer)” (page 38), and slide the jog lever until “CUSTOM1” or “CUSTOM1”...

  • Page 40: Setting The Alarm (Melody Timer)

    To return to the preceding setting Press x. Once you open the lid, the playback speed reverts to the normal speed (0%). Note When using digital pitch control, you may hear noise or an echo in the playback. For the recorder operation, see page 67.
  • Page 41 Slide the jog lever repeatedly to select the elapsed time. Each time you slide the jog lever, the elapsed time setting (TIME :) changes by 1 minute, within a range of 1 to 99 minutes. Press the jog lever to enter the setting. The time remaining until the alarm is shown in the display while the recorder is stopped.

  • Page 42: 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 43: Editing Recorded Tracks

    Editing recorded tracks This section explains the operations that are done on the recorder. For details on operations done on the recorder, 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 44: Labeling

    5-way control key (., >, N, VOL+, –) 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.

  • Page 45: Re-Labeling

    Functions Operations To move the Press the control key cursor from the towards VOL –. 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 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. The track numbers will increase as follows.

  • Page 48: 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 33).

  • Page 49: 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 50: 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 51: 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 the control key towards . or > until the group you want to add a track to appears in the display. While pressing GROUP, press and slide zREC.

  • Page 52: 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 53: Editing Groups

    Editing groups This section explains the operations that are done on the recorder. For details on operations done on the recorder, 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 54: Releasing A Group Setting

    Label a group (see “Labeling recorded groups” (page 54)). To cancel the procedure Press x for 2 seconds or more. To return the preceding setting Press x. Notes • In step 4, the first track must be either the first track of an existing group or a track that does not belong to a group.

  • Page 55: 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 56: 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 (., >) Jog dial 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 57 Turn the jog dial until “ appears in the display, and then press the jog dial. The group name and “GP Erase?” appear, and “PushENTER” flashes in the display. Press the jog dial to erase the group. The group is erased. To cancel erasing Press x for 2 seconds or more.

  • 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 Playing Listening to playback from connected component Starting playback quickly Limiting the maximum volume Display Viewing information Selecting the backlight status Adjusting the contrast Editing Labeling (Name) Moving What it does Outputs sound from the i/ LINE OUT jack when listening to a connected component.
  • Page 60 Category Function Editing Erasing Assigning tracks to groups Releasing a group Useful Melody Timer functions Personal Disc Memory What it does Erases tracks, groups, or the entire disc contents. Assigns recorded tracks or groups to a new group. Releases group settings. Sets the alarm to go off after a desired time interval.

  • Page 61: 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 62: 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 63: 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 64: 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 appears. Normal 1 Track TrPLAY Indication Play mode Normal/— All the tracks are played once. 1 Track/1 A single track is played once.
  • Page 65 Press the jog dial for 2 seconds or more. The program is set and the playback starts from the first track. For the details and the remote control operation, see page 37. Playing a track in group play Do steps 1 and 2 of “Selecting the play mode”...

  • Page 66: Adjusting The Sound (Virtual-Surround • 6-Band Equalizer)

    Adjusting the sound (Virtual- Surround • 6-Band Equalizer) the virtual sound to Varying 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 67: Changing Playback Speed (Digital Pitch Control)

    3 Press the control key towards VOL + or – to adjust the level. Level (+10 dB) You can select from among seven levels. –10 dB, –6 dB, –3 dB, 0 dB, +3 dB, +6 dB, +10 dB 4 After selecting the level, press the jog dial to enter.

  • Page 68: 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 69: 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 70: 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 43. Labeling recorded groups Select “ : Name” in step “Labeling (Name)” (page 69) and do steps 3 to 5 to label a group.

  • Page 71: 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 72: 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 73: Erasing The Disc Information

    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 74: 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 75 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 Appears when the remote control is not connected. On the remote control Menu 1 Menu 2...

  • Page 76: Power Sources

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

  • Page 77: 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, built-in 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 78 • If the capacity of the built-in rechargeable battery drops to half the normal amount, consult your nearest Sony dealer or a Sony service center. • If the recorder will be unused for a long time, remove the recorder from the USB cradle and remove the AC power adaptor from the wall outlet.
  • Page 79 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 80: Specifications

    Maximum output (DC) Headphones: 2 mW + 2 mW (16 ) (European models) 5 mW + 5 mW (16 ) (Other models) Power requirements Sony AC Power Adaptor connected at the DC IN 6V jack: The recorder: USB cradle: Battery operation time See “Battery life”...
  • Page 81 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 82: Troubleshooting And Explanations

    Check to see if the problem is listed in, “Troubleshooting” (page 82). Check “Messages” (page 90) for the problem as well. If after step 1 you still cannot solve the problem, consult your nearest Sony dealer. While charging Symptom...

  • Page 83: While Recording

    Symptom Cause/Solution The USB cradle and • This is normal and poses no danger. the recorder become hot during the charging procedure. While recording Symptom Cause/Remedy The recorder • The record starting-position setting (“REC-Posi”) is set to overwrites existing materials when record. The recording starts •...
  • Page 84 Symptom Recording stops automatically in the middle of a recording operation. Stereo sound is heard in the headphones/ earphones while recording in monaural. Momentary noise is heard when recording. The lid does not open after recording. “TR FULL” appears even before the disc has reached the maximum recording time (60, 74, or 80...

  • Page 85: While Playing

    Symptom Cause/Remedy You cannot check out • The minimum recordable time on a disc is normally 2 seconds tracks that will fill up the remaining recording time on the disc. “TR FULL” appears • This is due to the MiniDisc system limitation. Repeated even before the disc has reached the maximum track...
  • Page 86 Symptom Cause/Remedy The volume of the • The track was recorded in analog mode (in digital mode, the recorded track is low. • The recording level was low. Volume cannot be • AVLS is on. turned up. No sound comes •...

  • Page 87: 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 connected with a monaural cord. output when , Make sure to use a stereo connecting cord. If, however, the playing a track recorded from a cassette deck or...

  • Page 88: 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 operate. A track cannot be • This is due to the MiniDisc system limitations. Group information recorded to a new group.
  • Page 89 Symptom Cause/Remedy The recorder does • The disc is damaged or does not contain proper recording or not work or works editing data. poorly. , Reinsert the disc. Rerecord the disc. If the error message still appears, replace it with another disc. •...

  • Page 90: Messages

    • There is an internal malfunction in the system. , Restart the operation by doing steps 1 to 3 on page 89. If the message appears again, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. • You tried to create a 100th group.
  • Page 91 Error message Meaning/Remedy LOW BATT • Batteries are weak. , Charge the rechargeable battery or replace the dry battery (page 18). MEM OVER • You tried to record with the recorder placed where it receives continuous vibration. , Put the recorder on a stable place, and start recording again. MENU •...
  • Page 92 Error message NO SET NoOPERATE NO SIGNAL P/B ONLY PROTECTED Push STOP READ ERR REC ERR • Recording was not correctly done. Rehearsal Meaning/Remedy • 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”...
  • Page 93 Error message Meaning/Remedy SEL Group • You selected “ the recorder is stopped or while playing a track that does not belong to a group. , Select a track within a group you want to edit, and then do the editing operation again.

  • Page 94: 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 95 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 96 Recording audio data to your computer You can record audio data to your computer from sources such as audio CDs and the Internet (page 104). 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 111).

  • Page 97: 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 98: 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 99: 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 100: 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 101: 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 102 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 120). 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 103: 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 104: 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 112).

  • Page 105: 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 106 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 107: 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 104) and click Double click the desired album name.

  • Page 108: 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 126).
  • Page 109 Click recording mode (page 106). 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 110 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 111: 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 112: 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 113 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 114: 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 115 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 116: 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 117: 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 118: 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 119: 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 120: 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 121 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 122: 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 123 • 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 124: 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 125 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 126: 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 127 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 128: 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 129 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 130: 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 131 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 135 This warranty is valid only in Canada.
  • Page 136 This warranty is valid only in the United States. Printed in Japan...

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