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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-N710
©2002 Sony Corporation
3-249-502-11(1)
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  • Page 1 3-249-502-11(1) Portable MiniDisc Recorder Operating Instructions page 11 Recorder Operation ______________________________ page 80 Software Operation ______________________________ “WALKMAN” is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation to represent Headphone Stereo products. is a trademark of Sony Corporation. MZ-N710 ©2002 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 2 Memory Stick and the Memory Stick vases, on the apparatus. logo, Net MD and the Net MD logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Certain countries may regulate disposal of • Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT and the battery used to power this product.
  • Page 3 • In no event will SONY be liable for any financial damage, or loss of profits, including claims made by third parties, arising out of the use of the software supplied with this recorder.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Recorder Operations Looking at controls ......... 12 Getting started ..........16 Recording an MD right away! ......20 Playing an MD right away! ......23 Various ways of recording ......25 Viewing various information ..............25 To start/stop recording in sync with the sound source (Synchro-recording) ................26 Long-time recording (MDLP) ..............27 Recording from TV or radio (Analog Recording) .......28...
  • Page 5 Editing recorded tracks ........36 Before editing ..................36 Labeling recordings (Name) ..............36 Labeling ..................36 Moving recorded tracks (Move) ............38 Dividing a track (Divide) ..............39 Dividing a track directly ..............39 Adjusting a dividing point before dividing a track (Divide Rehearsal) ............
  • Page 6 Other operations ..........50 Useful settings ..................50 How to use the menu items ............52 Turning off the beep sound .............53 Recording without overwriting existing material ......53 Creating a new group when recording ..........53 Selecting the play mode ..............54 Adjusting the sound (Virtual-Surround • 6-Band Equalizer) ..55 Starting the playback quickly (Quick Mode) .........56 Protecting your hearing (AVLS) ............57 Viewing various information ............57...
  • Page 7 Software Operation What is a Net MD? .......... 81 Basic Operations ..........82 Basic operational flow using the Net MD ..........82 Providing the required system environment ........83 System requirements ..............83 Installing the software onto your computer ......... 84 Before installing the software ............
  • Page 8 Other information ........... 98 Settings and Precautions ...............98 Settings according to OS ..............98 For users with OpenMG Jukebox, SonicStage, or SonicStage Premium installed on their computer ......100 Note on hard disk drive space ............101 Notes on system suspend/hibernation mode .........101 Backing up the audio data ............101 Uninstalling the SonicStage software ..........102 For Windows XP users ..............102...
  • Page 10 Before using this product This manual explains the recorder operations and the installation and basic use of the supplied SonicStage software. For details on the various operations, refer to the pages indicated below. When using the recorder Recorder Operation (pages 11 to 78) Pages 11 to 78 in this manual explain the use of the Net MD as an ordinary MiniDisc Walkman.
  • Page 11 Checking the supplied accessories Battery charging stand (1) NH-10WM Nickel metal AC power adaptor (1) hydride rechargeable battery (1) Headphones/earphones with Dedicated USB cable (1) Dry battery case (1) a remote control (1) Battery carrying case (1) Optical cable (1) CD-ROM (SonicStage Ver.

  • Page 12: Looking At Controls

    Looking at controls The recorder A x • CANCEL/CHG button N Handstrap hole Use the hole to attach your own strap. B Display window O USB connecting jack C Battery compartment P LINE IN (OPTICAL) jack D GROUP button Q MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack E REC (record) switch There is a tactile dot beside the MIC F Terminals for attaching dry battery...
  • Page 13 The display window of the recorder G LP2 (LP2 stereo), LP4 (LP4 stereo), : Indication for remaining playing time of the current track or of the disc MONO (monaural) indication : Indication for remaining H Level meter recordable time of the disc I Character information display B Time display Displays the disc and track names,...
  • Page 14 The headphones/earphones with a remote control A Volume Control (VOL+, –) F Clip Turn to adjust the volume. See “Using the clip for the remote B x (stop) button control” (page 15). G HOLD switch C Jog lever (. • NX/ENT • >) To prevent the buttons from being NX/ENT (to press): play, pause, accidentally operated when you carry...
  • Page 15 Using the clip for the remote control The clip can be removed and reattached in the opposite direction. Attaching the clip in the opposite Remove the clip. direction. The display window of the remote control A Disc indication E SOUND indication F Battery level indication B Track number display G Group indication...

  • Page 16: Getting Started

    Getting started Charge the rechargeable battery before using. Even if the rechargeable battery is not charged, you can use the recorder as long as the AC power adaptor is connected. Insert the rechargeable battery Slide OPEN to open the Insert the NH-10WM Close the lid.
  • Page 17 Remove the recorder from the battery charging stand. For models supplied with the AC plug adaptor If the AC power adaptor does not fit the wall outlet, use the AC plug adaptor. Using the dry battery Insert the battery minus end first. Attach the dry battery case to the recorder.
  • Page 18 Make connections and unlock the control. Connect the headphones/earphones Slide HOLD to the opposite direction of with the remote control to i. the arrow (.) to unlock the controls. Connect firmly HOLD HOLD Connect firmly To i You can also charge the rechargeable battery by connecting the AC power adaptor directly to the recorder.
  • Page 19 When recording (Unit: Approx. hours) Batteries Stereo Stereo Stereo NH-10WM nickel metal hydride rechargeable battery LR6 (SG) 12.5 Sony alkaline dry battery NH-10WM nickel metal hydride rechargeable battery + One LR6 (SG) When playing (Unit: Approx. hours) Batteries Stereo Stereo...

  • Page 20: 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 25). Insert an MD.
  • Page 21 Make connections. (Insert the cables firmly and completely into the appropriate jacks.) CD player, MD Portable player, DVD CD player, to a video player, etc. etc. wall outlet to a digital (optical) out jack AC power adaptor Optical plug Optical mini-plug Optical cable* ∗...
  • Page 22 Press Record from the end of the Press END SEARCH, and then press and slide REC. current contents Press N or press . or > to find the start point of Record over partway recording, and then press x to stop. through the previous recording Then press and slide REC.

  • Page 23: Playing An Md Right Away

    Playing an MD right away! Insert an MD. Slide OPEN to open the lid. Insert an MD with the label side facing front, and press the lid down to close. Play an MD. Press N on the recorder. 5-way control key Press the jog lever (NX) on the (N, ., >, VOL+, –) remote control.
  • Page 24 Operation on the Operation on the remote recorder control Press X. Press X again to Pause Press the jog lever (NX). resume play. Press the jog lever (NX) again to resume play. Press .. Cue to the current Slide the jog lever towards Press .

  • Page 25: Various Ways Of Recording

    Various ways of recording Display window on the recorder 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. When you press ENTER, A and B appear in the display.

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

    On the remote control To start/stop recording in sync with the sound Press DISPLAY. source Each time you press the button, the display changes as follows: (Synchro-recording) Display window on the remote control During synchro-recording, the recorder starts and stops recording in sync with the sound source.

  • Page 27: Long-Time Recording (Mdlp)

    Press and slide REC. Long-time recording The recorder stands by for recording. (MDLP) Play the source you want to record. Select each recording mode according to The recorder stars recording the recording time that you want. automatically when it receives the Stereo recording is possible at 2 times playing sound.

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

    Press . or > repeatedly to Recording from TV or select the desired recording mode, radio (Analog and then press ENTER. Recording) Recording Display Recording mode window time This section explains how to record from on the an analog equipment such as a cassette recorder recorder, radio, or TV.

  • Page 29: Recording From A Microphone

    Press . or > repeatedly until Recording from a “SENS HIGH” or “SENS LOW” microphone appears in the display, and then press ENTER. Stereo SENS HIGH: When recording a soft microphone* sound or a sound in the distance. SENS LOW: When recording a loud sound or a sound at close range.

  • Page 30: Adding Track Marks Manually

    Using Auto Time Stamp to add Adding track marks manually track marks while recording When the elapsed recording time While the recorder is recording, press exceeds the time interval for Auto T MARK (press P MODE/ on the Time Stamp: remote control).

  • Page 31: Adjusting The Recording Level Manually

    While observing the level meter in the Adjusting the recording display, adjust the recording level by level manually pressing . or >. Set the level so that the meter The sound level is adjusted automatically segments light up around fifth while recording.

  • Page 32: Various Ways Of Playback

    Various ways of playback In this section, the operation using the remote control is mainly explained. For Track number SP/LP mode details on operations done on the recorder, see the pages indicated for each operation. Notes • Depending on whether group play or normal play is selected, the operating conditions, and the disc settings, you may not be able to select Viewing various...

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

    For the recorder operation, see page 54. Indication Play mode (none) All the tracks are played Listening to selected tracks (normal play) once. only (Bookmark Play) 1 (single-track A single track is played play) once. You can bookmark tracks on a disc and play them only.

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

    Listening to tracks in a Adjusting the sound desired sequence (Program (Virtual-Surround • 6- Play) Band Equalizer) You can vary the virtual sound to create During playback, press different acoustics, or modify the sound to P MODE/ repeatedly until suit your taste and store it for later use. “PGM”...

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

    To modify and store the sound You can customize the sound settings in CLUB V-SUR C “CUSTOM1” and “CUSTOM2”. ARENA V-SUR A 1 Do steps 1 to 3 above, and then slide the jog lever until “CUSTOM1” or “CUSTOM2” Press the jog lever to enter the appears.

  • Page 36: Editing Recorded Tracks

    Editing recorded tracks Maximum number of This section explains the operations that characters that can be input are done on the recorder. For details on per disc operations done on the recorder, see the pages indicated for each operation. Alphanumeric characters and symbols only: Approx.
  • Page 37 Press . or > repeatedly until Repeat step 5, and then enter all the following item appears in the characters of the label name. display, and then press ENTER. Press ENTER for 2 seconds or more When labeling a “ : Name”...

  • Page 38: Moving Recorded Tracks (Move)

    Press . or > repeatedly until Moving recorded tracks “ : Move” appears in the display, (Move) and then press ENTER. For example above, “tTr003” You can change the order of the recorded appears in the display. tracks. Press . or > repeatedly to Note select the destination track number.

  • Page 39: Dividing A Track (Divide)

    Adjusting a dividing point Dividing a track (Divide) before dividing a track You can divide a track with a track mark, (Divide Rehearsal) creating a new track from the part following the track mark. You can also When finding the point you want to make fine adjustments to the track mark add the track mark, press and hold position before making the actual...

  • Page 40: Combining Tracks (Combine)

    To add track marks while The track numbers will change as follows: recording (except while synchro-recording) Press T MARK on the recorder (press Erase a track mark P MODE/ on the remote control) at the point you want to add a track mark. You can use Auto Time Stamp to add track marks automatically at specified Track numbers decrease...

  • Page 41: Erasing Tracks And A Whole Disc Contents (Erase)

    Note Press . or > repeatedly until “EDIT” appears in the display, and When you erase a track mark between the two consecutive tracks that are assigned into then press ENTER. different groups, the second track is re-assigned The recorder plays the selected track into the group containing the first track.

  • Page 42: 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 43: Using The Group Function

    Using the group function You can create a maximum of 99 groups What is the group on a disc. function? Note It will not be possible to make a group setting if The group function is provided to allow the tracks, groups and disc name on a disc playback of discs with group settings.

  • Page 44: Recording A Track To An Existing Group

    Recording a track to an Playing a track in group play existing group In group play, all groups are played in order, starting with group 1, followed by You can add a track to an existing group. the unassigned tracks (“Group - -”). Playback stops after all the tracks have Press GROUP, and then press .

  • Page 45: (Group Repeat Play)

    Repeat play for the selected Editing groups group play mode This section explains the operations that (Group Repeat Play) are done on the recorder. During playback in the selected group mode, press and hold P MODE/ Assigning tracks or groups as for 2 seconds or more.

  • Page 46: Releasing A Group Setting

    Notes Press . or > until the number of the desired last track appears in the • You can create a maximum of 99 groups on a disc. It is not possible to make a group setting display, and then press ENTER. if the tracks, groups and disc name on a disc This selects the last track of the new contain more than the maximum number of...

  • Page 47: Labeling Recorded Groups

    Press MENU. Moving a track in a disc with Press . or > until “EDIT” group setting appears in the display, and then press You can move a track from one group out ENTER. of the group or to another group. You can Press .

  • Page 48: Changing The Order Of A Group On A Disc (Group Move)

    Press . or > until “Move” For the remote control operation, see page 58. appears in the display, and then press ENTER. Changing the order of a group Press . or > until “ : Move” appears in the display, and then press on a disc (Group Move) ENTER.

  • Page 49: To Erase A Group

    For the remote control operation, see Press . or > until “ : Erase” page 59. appears in the display, and then press ENTER. The group name,“GP Erase?” and To erase a group “PushENTER” appear alternately in You can erase tracks in a selected group. the display.

  • Page 50: 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 51 Operation Category Function What it does Site page Playing Limiting the Sets a limit on the maximum recorder page 57 maximum volume to protect your hearing. remote page 57 volume control Display Viewing Displays various information such recorder pages 25 information as the remaining time, etc.

  • Page 52: How To Use The Menu Items

    How to use the menu items To set the menu items, do the following procedure. 5-way control key 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 53: Turning Off The Beep Sound

    Turning off the beep sound Creating a new group when recording You can set the beep so that it is not emitted when the recorder and the remote By sliding REC, you can set the recorder control are operated. to create a new group automatically each time you record.

  • Page 54: Selecting The Play Mode

    Listening to selected tracks Selecting the play mode only (Bookmark Play) For details and remote control operation, To bookmark the tracks see page 32. 1 While playing the track you want to bookmark, press N for 2 seconds or more. Enter the menu and select “PLAY The first track of the bookmark play is set.

  • Page 55: Adjusting The Sound (Virtual-Surround • 6-Band Equalizer)

    To cue to the start of a group (Group For details and the remote control Skip) operation, see page 45. 1 During playback, press GROUP. 2 Press . or >. Adjusting the sound (Virtual- For the details and the remote control Surround •...

  • Page 56: Starting The Playback Quickly (Quick Mode)

    Press . or > repeatedly to 3 Press VOL+, – to adjust the level. select the SOUND mode. Level (+10 dB) You can select from among seven levels. –10 dB, –6 dB, –3 dB, 0 dB, +3 dB, +6 dB, +10 dB Each time you press .

  • Page 57: Protecting Your Hearing (Avls)

    Notes Viewing various information • When the power mode is set to “QUICK”, the power remains on within the recorder even when nothing appears in the display. This While playing, enter the menu and leads to a shorter battery life. For this reason, select “DISPLAY”.

  • Page 58: Labeling (Name)

    For details and the remote control Repeat step 3 and enter all characters operation, see page 25. of the label name. Press and hold the jog lever for 2 Labeling (Name) seconds or more. For the details and the recorder Enter the menu and select “EDIT”...

  • Page 59: Erasing Tracks, The Entire Disc Or Groups (Erase)

    For details and the recorder For details and the recorder operation, see page 38. operation, see page 48. Moving a track in a disc with Erasing tracks, the entire disc group setting or groups (Erase) While playing the track you want to Erasing tracks move enter the menu and select “EDIT”...

  • Page 60: Assigning Tracks Or Groups As A New Group (Group Setting)

    To erase a group For details and the recorder operation, see page 45. Select a group you want to erase and check the contents (see “To cue to the Releasing a group setting start of a group (Group Skip)” (page 44)). Select a group that you want to Press x to stop.
  • Page 61 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 62 Menu 1 Menu 2 Menu 3 SP (factory setting) y LP2 y LP4 y MONO REC SET REC MODE Auto REC (factory setting) y ManualREC RecVolume OFF (factory setting) y ON TIME MARK SENS HIGH (factory setting) y SENS LOW MIC SENS : REC ON y : REC...

  • Page 63: Power Sources

    + One LR6 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).

  • Page 64: Additional Information

    Additional information On the headphones/earphones Precautions Road safety Do not use headphones/earphones while On safety driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is Do not put any foreign objects in the DC IN 3V illegal in many areas.
  • Page 65 Sony dealer so that the cause of trouble ones. may be better understood.)

  • Page 66: Specifications

    ∗ When using optional headphones, use only 5 mW + 5 mW; load impedance 16 Ω (Other models) headphones/earphones with stereo mini Power requirements plugs. You cannot use headphones/ Sony AC Power Adaptor connected at the DC earphones with micro plugs. IN 3V jack:...

  • Page 67: Troubleshooting And Explanations

    Check this section, “Troubles and solutions” (page 67). You may find the solution of your trouble on “Messages” (page 73) as well. Check the information. If you cannot solve the problem after you made checks, consult your nearest Sony dealer. While charging...
  • Page 68 Symptom Cause/Remedy Recording cannot be • Audio sources may not be securely connected. done correctly. , Disconnect the audio sources once and connect them again (pages 17, 18, 21). • There is no digital signal from the portable CD player. , When recording digitally from a portable CD player, use the AC power adaptor and disable the anti-skip function (such as ESP) on the CD player (page 21).

  • Page 69: While Playing

    Symptom Cause/Remedy “TR FULL” appears • This is due to the MiniDisc system limitation. When 254 tracks even before the disc have been recorded on the disc, “TR FULL” appears regardless has reached the of the total recorded time. More than 254 tracks cannot be maximum recording recorded on the disc.

  • Page 70: 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/ remote control. Plug in the plug of the remote control firmly to earphones. •...

  • Page 71: While Using Group Function

    Symptom Cause/Remedy Track marks • This is due to the MiniDisc system limitations. When the data of a cannot be erased. track is fragmented, the track mark of a fragment under 12 seconds long (recorded in SP stereo), 24 seconds long (recorded in LP2 stereo mode or monaural mode), or 48 seconds long (recorded in LP4 stereo mode) cannot be erased.

  • Page 72: Others

    Others Symptom Cause/Remedy The recorder does • The rechargeable battery is not charged. not work or works , Charge the rechargeable battery. poorly. • The volume is low. , Turn up the volume. • No disc is inserted. , Insert a recorded disc. •...

  • Page 73: Messages

    ERROR • There is an internal malfunction in the system. , Restart the operation by doing steps 1 to 3 on page 72. If the message appears again, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. GroupFULL • You tried to create the 100th group.
  • Page 74 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 75 Error message Meaning/Remedy PROTECTED • You tried to record or edit on a MD with the tab in the record- protect position. , Slide the tab back (page 65). Push STOP • You tried to open the lid while the recorder was storing disc information.

  • Page 76: Explanations

    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 77 Note Track marks may be copied incorrectly: • when you record from some CD players or multi disc players using digital (optical) input. • when the source is in shuffle or program play mode while recording using digital (optical) input. In this case, play the source in normal play mode.
  • Page 78 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. Since it retains DSP TYPE-R support, the recorder produces superior results during recording or playback in SP (normal stereo) mode.
  • Page 80 Recording audio data to your computer You can record audio data to your computer from sources such as audio CDs and the Internet (page 88). 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 95).

  • Page 81: 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 82: 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 83: 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 84: 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 85: 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. The setup program starts up automatically and the SonicStage Ver.1.5 installation window appears. 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 86 Follow the displayed instructions. Read the instructions carefully. The installation may take 20 to 30 minutes, depending on your system environment (page 107). After the installation is completed, click [Restart] to restart the computer. Make sure to restart your computer only after the installation has completed.

  • Page 87: 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 88: 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 96).

  • Page 89: 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 90 Click in the middle of the recording window and select the recording mode. When recording data in LP2 mode: select ATRAC3 132kbps When recording data in LP4 mode: select ATRAC3 66kbps Click here If the list panel is not displayed, click List panels appear under the recording window.

  • Page 91: 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 88) and click (Music Drive).

  • Page 92: 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 110).
  • Page 93 Click in the middle of the display and select the recording mode (page 90). 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 94 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 95: 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 96: 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 97 Viewing online help The Tabs The right side frame 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.

  • Page 98: 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 99 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 100: 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 101: 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 102: 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 103: 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 104: 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 105 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 106: 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 107 • 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 Cause/Remedy The installation appears to have...

  • Page 108: 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 109 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 110: 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 111 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 112: 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 113 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 114: Index

    Index Numerics 6-Band Equalizer EMD services Erasing a whole disc Accessories groups optional tracks supplied ATRAC3 G-PROTECTION Audio CD Group Auto Time Stamp erasing AVLS moving play back up recording releasing Battery setting battery life skip dry battery Group Program Play rechargeable battery Bookmark hard disk...
  • Page 115 Name Track mark a disc Add (Divide) groups Erase (Combime) tracks Transferring Net MD to the computer Net MD driver to the Net MD No sound Uninstalling Windows 2000 Online help Windows 98 Second Edition OpenMG Windows Millennium Edition OpenMG Jukebox software Windows XP cable Play mode...
  • Page 116 Printed in Malaysia...

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