Aiwa AM-NX1 Operating Instructions Manual
Aiwa AM-NX1 Operating Instructions Manual

Aiwa AM-NX1 Operating Instructions Manual

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MiniDisc Recorder
Operating Instructions
Recorder Operation _____________________________
Software Operation ______________________________
AM-NX1
©2003 Sony Corporation
3-253-939-11(1)
page 9
page 42

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  • Page 1 Portable MiniDisc Recorder Operating Instructions Recorder Operation _____________________________ Software Operation ______________________________ AM-NX1 ©2003 Sony Corporation 3-253-939-11(1) page 9 page 42...
  • Page 2 WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with news papers, table cloths, curtains, etc.
  • Page 3: Notice For Users

    Notice for users On the supplied software • Copyright laws prohibit reproducing the software or the manual accompanying it in whole or in part, or renting the software without the permission of the copyright holder. • 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...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Recorder Operation Looking at controls ... 10 Getting started ... 13 Playing an MD right away! ... 16 Various ways of playback ... 18 Viewing various information ...18 Selecting the play mode ...18 Playing a track repeatedly (Repeat Play) ...19 Listening to tracks in a desired sequence (Program Play) ...19 Adjusting the sound (Virtual-Surround •...
  • Page 5 Other operations ... 25 Useful settings ... 25 How to use the menu items ... 26 Turning off the beep sound ... 26 Preserving battery power (Power Save Mode) ... 26 Starting the playback quickly (Quick Mode) ... 27 Protecting your hearing (EAR GUARD) ... 27 Turning on/off the backlight ...
  • Page 6 Software Operation What is a Net MD? ... 43 Basic Operations ... 44 Basic operational flow using the Net MD ...44 Providing the required system environment ...45 System requirements ...45 Installing the software onto your computer ...46 Before installing the software ...46 Installing SonicStage Ver.1.5 ...47 Connecting the Net MD to your computer ...49 Storing audio data to your computer ...50...
  • Page 7 Other information ... 60 Settings and Precautions ... 60 Settings according to OS ... 60 For users with OpenMG Jukebox, SonicStage, SonicStage Premium, or SonicStage Simple Burner installed on their computer ... 62 Note on hard disk drive space ... 63 Notes on system suspend/hibernation mode ...
  • Page 8: Recorder Operation

    Net MD. Please refer to the operating instructions of your Net MD as well. 3-253-939-11(1) Portable MiniDisc Recorder Operating Instructions page 9 Recorder Operation _____________________________ page 42 Software Operation ______________________________ AM-NX1 ©2003 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 9: Checking The Supplied Accessories

    Checking the supplied accessories AC power adaptor (1) Dedicated USB cable (1) Dry battery case (1) CD-ROM (SonicStage Ver. 1.5) (1)* Carrying pouch (1) Do not play a CD-ROM on an audio CD player. Battery charging stand (1) NH-14WM Nickel metal hydride rechargeable battery (1) Headphones/earphones...
  • Page 10: Looking At Controls

    Looking at controls The recorder A Battery compartment B Terminals for attaching a battery charging stand C Terminals for attaching a dry battery case D DC IN 3V jack E OPEN switch F Handstrap hole Use the hole to attach your own strap. G Dedicated USB cable connecting jack H CHARGE/DATA indicator I i (headphones/earphones) jack...
  • Page 11: The Headphones/Earphones With A Remote Control

    The headphones/earphones with a remote control A Volume control (VOL+, –) Turn to adjust the volume. B x (stop) button C NX/ENTER button: play, pause, enter D Display window (group) +, – F >: FF .: REW G Clip H HOLD switch Slide the switch in the direction of the arrow (a yellow mark appears) to disable the buttons on the remote...
  • Page 12: The Display Window Of The Remote Control

    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 13: Getting Started

    Getting started Charge the rechargeable battery before using. Even if the rechargeable battery is not charged, you can use the recorder as long as the AC power adaptor is connected. Insert the rechargeable battery. Slide OPEN to open the battery compartment lid. Charge the rechargeable battery.
  • Page 14 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 alkaline dry battery Attach the dry battery case to the recorder. Rear of the recorder Insert an LR6 (size AA) alkaline dry battery.
  • Page 15 You can also charge the rechargeable battery by connecting the AC power adaptor directly to the recorder. Connect the headphones/earphones with the remote control to i. Connect the AC power adaptor to DC IN 3V on the recorder, and then press x on the remote control while the recorder is stopped.
  • Page 16: Playing An Md Right Away

    Playing an MD right away! Insert an MD. Press OPEN to open the lid. Play an MD. Volume control (VOL+, –) /ENTER Insert an MD to the direction of the arrow with the label side facing front, and press the lid down to close. Press NX/ENTER on the remote control.
  • Page 17 Pause Find the beginning of the current track Find the beginning of the next track Go backwards or forward while playing Search for a point in a track while viewing the elapsed time (Time search) Search for a specific track while viewing track numbers (Index search) Cue to the beginning of every 10th track (only during playback of the disc with no...
  • Page 18: 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 19: Playing A Track Repeatedly (Repeat Play)

    Indication Play mode Tracks are played in the order that you (program play) specified. Group play mode ( ) appears whenever you play a disc with group settings. For more details, see “Playing a track in group play” (page 23). Playing a track repeatedly (Repeat Play) You can use the repeat function for...
  • Page 20: Adjusting The Sound (Virtual-Surround • Digital Sound Equalizer)

    Adjusting the sound (Virtual-Surround • Digital Sound 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) Provides 4 kinds of virtual surround conditions.
  • Page 21: Changing Playback Speed (Digital Speed Control)

    To modify and store the sound You can modify the sound and store the results in “USER”. 1 Do steps 1 to 3 of “Selecting the sound quality (Digital Sound Equalizer)” (page 20), . or > and press repeatedly until “USER”...
  • Page 22 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 speed control, you may hear noise or an echo in the playback.
  • Page 23: 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 24: 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 25: Other Operations

    Other operations Useful settings The recorder has many menus with useful functions for operation. The following table shows the menu items that you can select. Category Function General Beep on/off operations Power saving Playing Starting playback quickly Limiting the maximum volume Display Selecting the backlight status...
  • Page 26: How To Use The Menu Items

    How to use the menu items To set the menu items, do the following procedure. On the remote control: 1 Press DISPLAY for 2 seconds or more to enter the menu. . or > repeatedly to select Press the item. 3 Press /ENTER to enter the selection.
  • Page 27: Starting The Playback Quickly (Quick Mode)

    Starting the playback quickly (Quick Mode) After pressing the playback button or cueing to the track, the playback can start quickly. While the recorder is stopped or playing, enter the menu and select “OPTION” - “PowerMode”. Select “QUICK”. To switch back to the normal setting Select “NORMAL”.
  • Page 28: 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. While the recorder is stopped, enter the menu and select “OPTION” - “BACKLIGHT”. Select the desired item. Display Setting AUTO The backlight lights when...
  • Page 29: List Of Menus

    List of menus Menus on the recorder Items listed under “Menu 1” are the selectable items which appear when you press DISPLAY for 2 seconds or more. 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 30: Power Sources

    Power sources You can use the recorder on house current or as follows. • a nickel metal hydride rechargeable battery NH-14WM • LR6 (size AA) alkaline dry battery (used with the supplied dry battery case) It is preferable to use the recorder on house current when recording for a long time.
  • Page 31: Additional Information

    Additional information Precautions On safety Do not put any foreign objects in the DC IN 3V jack. On power sources • Use house current, nickel metal hydride rechargeable battery, LR6 (size AA) battery, or car battery. • For use in your house: For the supplied battery charging stand, use the AC power adaptor supplied with this recorder.
  • Page 32 • Though the battery charging stand and the battery may become hot during the charging procedure, this poses no danger. • If you charge the battery for the first time or after a long period of disuse, the battery may not charge up to its rated capacity.
  • Page 33 Aiwa 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 Aiwa dealer so that the cause of trouble may be better understood.)
  • Page 34: Specifications

    Specifications Audio playing system MiniDisc digital audio system Laser diode properties Material: GaAlAs Wavelength: = 790 nm Emission duration: continuous Laser output: less than 44.6 µW (This output is the value measured at a distance of 200 mm from the lens surface on the optical pick-up block with 7 mm aperture.) Recording and playback time (when using MDW-80)
  • Page 35: Troubleshooting And Explanations

    Aiwa dealer. If any messages appear, it is recommended to take notes. Check to see if the problem is listed in “Troubleshooting”. Check “Messages” (page 39) for the problem as well. If after step 1 you still cannot solve the problem, consult your nearest Aiwa dealer. While charging Symptom Cause/Solution The rechargeable •...
  • Page 36: While Playing

    Symptom The battery charging stand and the recorder become hot during the charging procedure. While playing Symptom Cause/Remedy An MD is not • Repeat play is selected. played normally. • Playback mode is changed. An MD is not • Disc playing stopped before it came to the last track. played from the first track.
  • Page 37: 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 select some group-related menu. operate. , Use a disc with group setting. Others Symptom Cause/Remedy The recorder does •...
  • Page 38 Symptom The recorder does not work or works poorly. The display window is not normal. When using with the AC power adaptor, the display window of the recorder will remain faintly lit for some time even after the recorder is stopped.
  • Page 39: Messages

    • There is an internal malfunction in the system. , Restart the operation by doing steps 1 to 3 on page 38. If the message appears again, please consult your nearest Aiwa dealer. Hi DC in • Voltage of the power supply is too high (The supplied AC power adaptor or the recommended car battery cord is not used).
  • Page 40: Explanations

    Explanations Restrictions on the editing of tracks checked out from your computer This unit was designed so that editing functions (i.e., erasing tracks, adding track marks, and erasing track marks) do not function for tracks that have been checked out from your computer. This is to prevent the loss of check-in authorization by the checked-out tracks.
  • Page 42 Recording audio data to your computer You can record audio data to your computer from sources such as audio CDs and the Internet (page 50). 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 57).
  • Page 43: 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 44: 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 45: 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 46: 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 47: 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 48 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 66). 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 49: 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 50: 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 58).
  • Page 51: 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 52 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 53: 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 50) and click Double click the desired album name.
  • Page 54: 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 71).
  • Page 55 Click recording mode (page 52). 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 56 Notes • Make sure not to disconnect the dedicated USB cable or power source until the operation has completed once the check-out (or check-in) operation has begun. Failure to do this may result in the loss of check-out authorization. Even if a check-out fails, the audio file may be considered checked out on the SonicStage side and the file’s check-out authorization may be reduced.
  • Page 57: 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 58: 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 59 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 60: 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 61 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 62: For Users With Openmg Jukebox, Sonicstage, Sonicstage Premium

    For users with OpenMG Jukebox, SonicStage, SonicStage Premium, or SonicStage Simple Burner 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 63: 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 64: 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 65: 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.X]* in the list of programs for automatic removal, and then click [Add/Remove]. Do as instructed by the message and restart the computer.
  • Page 66: 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 Aiwa dealer.
  • Page 67 Computer • Manufacturer: • Model: • Type: Desktop type / Laptop type Name of operating system: RAM capacity: Hard disk drive (containing SonicStage and audio data) • Capacity of the drive: • Free space: Installed folder containing SonicStage (if other than the default folder) •...
  • Page 68: 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 69 • 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 70: 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 71: 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 72 Restrictions on audio content High-quality digital audio content is widely available through music distribution services on the Internet. To protect the copyrights of its holders from unauthorized distribution, some audio content is distributed with certain restrictions on recording and playback. For example, the playback period or playback count for the data may be limited.
  • Page 73: 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 74 Playlist A playlist is like a container that can be used to hold and categorize files stored in Music Drive. For example, by making a “jazz” playlist and then putting your favorite jazz tracks into the playlist, you can play all of the tracks repeatedly or check them all out at the same time.
  • Page 75: Index

    Index Accessories optional supplied ATRAC3 Audio CD back up Backlight Battery battery life dry battery rechargeable battery BEEP CD-ROM Charging Check-in Check-out Cleaning Connecting when charging copyright protection delete (software) Device/Media Digital Sound Equalizer Digital Speed Control DSP TYPE-S E.A.S.S. GP EAR GUARD EMD services Group...
  • Page 76 cable Virtual Surround Windows 2000 Windows 98 Second Edition Windows Millennium Edition Windows XP...
  • Page 80 Printed in Japan...

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