MZ-R30 - Lecteur MiniDisc SONY - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL MZ-R30 SONY

Portable MiniDisc Recorder Operating instructions

F Bedienungsanleitung

1996 by Sony Corporation

WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. Listening for many hours at maximum volume may damage your hearing. For the customers in Canada CAUTION: TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE, OR LOSSES OR EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY DEFECTIVE PRODUCT OR THE USE OF ANY PRODUCT. "MD WALKMAN" is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

Welcome to the world of the MiniDisc! Here are some of the capabilities and features you'll discover with the new MiniDisc Recorder. • High-fidelity recording — Highfidelity sound with little noise and distortion is recorded through the optical digital input jack on the recorder. • Vertical jog dial — You can select your desired tracks directly by simply rotating a dial. • Synchro-recording — You can easily dub a digital source such as a CD on an MD. • Sampling rate converter — This unit enables you to record programs from digital equipment using other sampling rates, such as a BS tuner or DAT deck. • Long-time recording with monaural sound — You can record up to 148 minutes on a disc using monaural recording. • “Kana” characters available — This unit can display Japanese “Katakana” characters for a title of the disc or the track. • Position pointer — The display shows you the current location on the disc. • Date and time stamp function — The built-in clock allows you to record the date and time whenever you make a recording. • Title function — You can see disc and track titles in the display while you are playing/recording an MD.

3-EN Table of contents

Recording an MD right away! 6 Playing an MD right away! 8 Various ways of recording 10 Two ways of connection to a sound source Recording with digital input To start/stop recording with the player (Synchro-recording) .. Recording from a microphone Recording in monaural for double the normal recording time of an MD Adjusting the recording level (Manual recording) Checking the remaining time or the recording position Setting the clock to stamp the recorded time

11 11 12 12 13 14 15

Various ways of playback 16

Selecting the track number or track name directly Playing tracks repeatedly Emphasizing bass (DIGITAL MEGA BASS) Protecting your hearing (AVLS) Checking the remaining time or the playing position Locking the controls Connecting to a stereo system

Using on a lithium ion rechargeable battery 24 Using on dry batteries 25

Recording an MD right away!

The source sound of CDs or tapes will be sent as an analog signal and recorded digitally. The recorded sound will be stereo. When you record from a digital source, see “Recording with digital input” (page 11).

R (red) CD player, cassette recorder, etc. (source)

to LINE OUT Line cable

(RK-G129, not supplied)* to a wall outlet

AC power adaptor (supplied)

to LINE IN (OPTICAL)

*Use the connecting cords without an attenuator. To connect to a portable

CD player having a stereo mini-jack, use the RK-G136 connecting cord (not supplied).

2 Insert a recordable MD.

1 Slide OPEN and open the lid.

2 Insert a recordable MD with the label side facing up, and press the lid down to close.

1 Slide REC to the right while pressing its button. “REC” lights up and recording starts.

2 Play the CD or tape you want to record.

REC To stop recording, press p . CD player, cassette recorder, etc. (source)

”Toc Edit” flashes to record data of the recording (the track’s start and end points, etc.). Do not move or jog the recorder or disconnect the power source while the indication is flashing in the display.

Press P again to resume recording.

Add recording to the end of the previous recording.

END SEARCH and slide REC.

Record over partway through the previous recording.

( ,+ or = to find the start point of recording and press p to stop. Then slide REC.

p and open the lid.2)

A new track is added at the point where you pressed P , and the recording will be marked with the new track number when you resume recording.

Once you open the lid, the point to start recording will change to the beginning of the first track. When recording on a recorded MD, check the point to start recording on the display.

If the recording does not start

•Make sure the recorder is not locked (page

18). •Make sure the MD is not record-protected (page 27). •Premastered MDs cannot be recorded over.

•The level of the recorded sound is adjusted automatically.

•You can monitor the sound being recorded. Connect the supplied headphones with remote controller to 2 /REMOTE and adjust the volume by pressing VOLUME +/– (VOL +/– on the remote controller). Sound levels are copied onto the MD automatically and independently of the volume for monitoring.

For models supplied with the AC plug adaptor

If the AC power adaptor does not fit the wall outlet, use the AC plug adaptor.

7-EN Playing an MD right away!

You can also use the rechargeable battery or dry batteries (see pages 24, 25).

1 Make connections. to a wall outlet

to 2 /REMOTE Headphones with a remote controller (supplied)

1 Slide OPEN and open the lid.

2 Insert an MD with the label side facing up, and press the lid down to close.

( 1 Press ( . A short beep sounds in the headphones.

2 Press VOLUME +/– to adjust the volume.

You can check the volume in the display.

To stop play, press p .

A long beep sounds in the headphones.

Press (Beeps in the headphones)

P (Continuous short beeps)

Press P again to resume play.

Find the beginning of the current track

once (Three short beeps)

Find the beginning of the next track

once (Two short beeps)

Go backwards while playing1)

Go forward while playing1)

p and open the lid.2)

To go backward or forward quickly without listening, press P and keep pressing = or +

Once you open the lid, the point to start play will change to the beginning of the first track.

If the play does not start

Make sure the recorder is not locked (page

The recorder automatically switches to play the stereo or monaural sound according to the recorded sound.

z Various ways of recording

Two ways of connection to a sound source The input jack of this recorder works as both digital and analog input jack. Connect the recorder to a CD player or a cassette recorder using either digital input or analog input. To record, see “Recording with digital input” (page 11) to record using digital input, and “Recording an MD right away!” (page 6) to record using analog input.

Difference between digital and analog inputs

Input Difference (connection) Connectable source

Equipment with an optical digital output jack

Equipment with an analog

Digital cable (with an optical Line cable (with 2 phono or an optical-mini plug) plugs or a stereo-mini plug)

Signal from the source

Even when a digital source (such as a CD) is connected, the signal sent to the recorder is analog.

Recorded track numbers Marked (copied) automatically

•at the same positions as the source. •when the recorder is paused while recording.

•after more than 2 seconds of silence. •when the recorder is paused while recording. You can erase unnecessary marks after recording (“Erasing a track mark”, page 21).

Recorded sound level

Adjusted automatically. Can also be adjusted manually

(“Adjusting the recording level”, page 13).

Track marks may be copied incorrectly : •when you record from some CD players or multi disc players using digital input. •when the source is in shuffle or program play mode while recording using digital input. In this case, play the source in normal play mode.

10-EN Recording with digital input

To start/stop recording with the player

This unit has a built-in sampling rate converter so that you can record programs from digital equipment using other sampling rates, such as a BS tuner or a DAT deck.

You can easily make digital recordings of a digital source on an MD.

Before synchro-recording, make connections to the digital source with a digital cable and the power source, and insert a recordable MD.

CD player, MD player, digital amplifier, etc.

Portable CD player, etc.

POC-15B etc. (not supplied) POC-15AB etc. (not supplied)

Slide SYNCHRO REC to ON.

“SYNC” appears in the display.

(OPTICAL) Insert a recordable MD and start recording. To record, see “Recording an MD right away !” (page 6). To record from a portable CD player, set the CD player to pause and then start recording. LINE IN (OPTICAL) jack is for both digital and analog input

Slide REC to the right while pressing its button.

The recorder stands by for recording. Play the source sound. The recorder starts recording when it receives the playing sound.

To stop recording, press p .

The recorder automatically recognizes the line cable and switches to digital or analog input.

When there is no sound from the player more than 3 seconds during synchrorecording, the recorder stands by for recording automatically. When the sound comes from the player again, the recorder starts synchro-recording again.

•You can make a digital recording only from an optical type output.

•Some portable CD players with the ESP* system cannot send out digital signals when it is activated. In this case, release the ESP system. * Electronic Shock Protection

•Do not switch SYNCHRO REC after step 2.

Recording may not be made properly. •If you record in monaural, do steps 1 and 2 in “Recording in monaural for double the normal recording time of an MD” (page 12) before doing the synchro-recording steps.

11-EN Recording from a microphone

Connect a stereo microphone ECM-909A, ECM-MS907, ECM-717, etc., (not supplied) to the MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack.

Recording in monaural for double the normal recording time of an

MD For longer recordings, choose to record in monaural sound. The recording time becomes double the normal.

MODE Stereo microphone

MIC SENS Select the input level with MIC SENS

(on the bottom of the recorder) . Usually, set it to HIGH. When you record loud sound such as a live concert, set it to LOW. Insert a recordable MD and start recording. Slide REC to the right while pressing its button. “REC” lights up and recording starts. For details, see “Recording an MD right away! ” (page 6).

To record from a microphone, you must first disconnect any digital source. If connected, the recorder will not switch to microphone input.

While pressing P , slide REC to the right.

The recorder stands by for recording. Press MODE. ”Mono REC” appears in the display, and the recorder switches to monaural recording. Press MODE again to record in stereo sound. Press P again to start recording. Play the sound source.

To stop recording, press p .

The recorder switches back to stereo recording when you record the next time.

•If you record in monaural sound from a stereo source, the sounds from left and right will be mixed. •You cannot record in monaural, if SYNCHRO REC is slid to ON. •The MDs recorded in monaural sound can be played back only with an MD player/ recorder that has the monaural playing function.

Adjusting the recording level

When you record with an analog input, the sound level is adjusted automatically.

If necessary, you can set the level manually.

While observing the level meter in the display, adjust the recording level by pressing +

(+) or = (–). Set the level so that it hits the second indicator from the top when the recorder receives the maximum sound. . Level meter

While holding down P , hold REC to the right for more than 2 seconds.

“ManualREC” appears and the recorder stands by for recording. To return to the automatic control, while the recorder is in record pause mode, hold REC to the right for more than 2 seconds.

The recording level should be adjusted while the recorder is in standby mode. You cannot adjust it while recording.

Press P again to start recording.

To stop recording, press p .

The recording level control is switched back to automatic control.

When you record with microphone input, select the input level with MIC SENS (page 12).

13-EN Checking the remaining time or the recording position

Press DISPLAY while recording or in stop mode. Each time you press the button, the display changes as follows.

Remaining time for recording Remaining time after the current location Current time3)

Track name1) Disc name2) Current date3)

The number of the track appears when the track has no name.

2) Remaining number of tracks appears when the MD has no disc name. 3) Appears only when the clock is set.

DISPLAY To know the recording condition

The record indicator lights up or flashes according to the recording condition.

Position pointer (shows the current location on the MD)

Remaining time for recording Current time1)

Appears only when the clock is set.

14-EN Record indicator

lights up flashes according to the loudness of the source while recording with a microphone (voice mirror)

Less than 3 minutes’ recording time available

If you want to check the playing position or track name while playing, see page 18.

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. When you use the recorder for the first time or after a long period of disuse, charge the built-in battery for the clock after setting the clock.

The digit of the month flashes. Repeat steps 3 and 4 to enter the current month, date, hour, and minute. When you press ( to set the minute, the clock starts operating.

If you make a mistake while setting the clock

Press p , and set the clock again from step 2. You can skip a step by pressing ( .

To display the current time

CLOCK SET (on the bottom)

Connect the power source.

Use the supplied AC power adaptor. Press CLOCK SET at the bottom of the recorder. Use a pointed object. The digits of the year flash.

DATE When the recorder is not operating or while recording, press DISPLAY repeatedly until the current time appears in the display.

To display the time in the 24hour system

While setting the clock, press DISPLAY. To display the time in the 12-hour system, press DISPLAY again. Charging the built-in battery for the clock After setting the clock, leave the recorder connected to the AC power for about 2 hours to charge the built-in battery for the clock. Once charged, the built-in battery should last about a month without connecting to any of the power sources. The recorder will automatically charge the built-in battery while connected to AC power, dry batteries or a rechargeable battery.

Enter the current year by pressing

= or + . To change the digits rapidly, keep pressing = or + .

z Various ways of playback

Selecting the track number or track name directly You can select the desired track directly by using the vertical jog dial.

Playing tracks repeatedly

You can play tracks repeatedly in three ways — all repeat, single repeat, and shuffle repeat.

MODE Vertical jog dial

Rotate the jog dial to select a track, and press it to play the selected track.

Press MODE while the recorder is playing an MD.

Each time you press MODE, the play mode indication changes as follows.

1 SHUF Press to play.

When you rotate the jog dial, the track name* appears in the display.

To play the selected track, press the jog dial. * If the track has no name, only the track number appears in the display.

Play mode indication

If you select a track in shuffle play mode, shuffle play starts from the selected track.

All the tracks are played once.

All the tracks are played repeatedly.

A single track is played repeatedly.

SHUF ” (shuffle repeat)

All the tracks are played repeatedly in random order.

16-EN Emphasizing bass

Protecting your hearing

Mega Bass function intensifies low frequency sound for richer quality audio reproduction. It affects only with the headphones.

The AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter

System) function keeps down the maximum volume to protect your ears.

AVLS DIGITAL MEGA BASS

Press DIGITAL MEGA BASS.

Each time you press DIGITAL MEGA BASS, the Mega Bass indication changes as follows.

Set AVLS at the bottom of the recorder to LIMIT.

When you try to turn the volume, “AVLS” appears in the display. The volume is kept at a moderate level.

Mega Bass indication

Mega Bass (slight effect)

Mega Bass (strong effect)

•If the sound is distorted when emphasizing bass, turn down the volume. •Mega Bass function does not affect the sound being recorded. •Mega Bass does not function when LINE OUT jack on the recorder is connected with a line cable.

17-EN Checking the remaining time or the playing position

Press DISPLAY while playing.

Each time you press DISPLAY, the display changes as follows.

Locking the controls

To prevent the buttons from being accidentally operated when you carry the recorder, use this function.

DISPLAY HOLD Position pointer (shows the current location on the MD)

A B Slide HOLD in the direction of the c .

On the recorder, slide HOLD to lock the controls of the recorder. On the remote controller, slide HOLD to lock the controls of the remote controller.

Remaining time of the current track Remaining time after the current location Recorded time3)

Slide HOLD in the opposite direction of the arrow to unlock the controls.

Track number appears when the MD has no track name.

2) Remaining number of the disc appears when the disc has no name. 3) If you record without setting the clock or play an MD that has no recorded date, “--y--m--d” and “--:--” appear.

If you want to check the remaining time or the recording position while recording or in stop mode, see page 14.

18-EN Connecting to a stereo system

Connect the LINE OUT jack of the recorder to the LINE IN jacks of an amplifier or a tape player with a line cable (RK-G129 or RK-G136, not supplied). The output is analog. The recorder plays the MD digitally and sends analog signals to the connected equipment.

Portable DAT Stereo system, etc. recorder

L (white) RK-G129 (not supplied)

The Mega Bass dose not function or will be cancelled when the LINE OUT jack is connected with a line cable.

z Editing recorded tracks

You can edit your recordings by adding/ erasing track marks or labeling tracks and MDs. Premastered MDs cannot be edited. Notes on editing •Do not move or jog the recorder while “Toc Edit” is flashing in the display. •You cannot edit tracks on an MD that is record-protected. Before editing tracks, close the tab on the side of the MD.

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 you want to erase.

ERASE Erasing tracks

To erase a track Note that once a recording has been erased, you cannot retrieve it. Check the track number before erasing.

Press ERASE while playing the track you want to erase.

“Erase OK?” and “Push Erase” appear in the display alternately, and the recorder plays the selected track repeatedly. To cancel erasing, press p. Check the track number in the display and press ERASE again. The track is erased from the MD and the remaining tracks are renumbered.

To erase a part of a track

Add track marks at the beginning and the end of the part you want to erase, then erase the part.

20-EN In stop mode, keep pressing ERASE and slide REC to the right.

"All Erase?" and "Push Erase" appear in the display alternately. To cancel erasing, press p . Press ERASE again. ”Toc Edit” flashes in the display. When erasing finishes, “BLANK DISC” appears.

Erasing a track mark

You can add track marks so that the separated part after the track mark is as a new track.

The track numbers will increase as follows.

When you record with analog (line) input, unnecessary track marks may be recorded. You can erase a track mark to combine the tracks before and after the track mark. The track numbers will change as follows.

4 4 Erase a track mark 2

Track numbers decrease

Track numbers increase

While playing or pausing an MD, press TRACK MARK on the recorder at the point you want to mark.

“MARK ON” appears in the display, and a track mark is added. The track number will increase by one.

To add track marks while recording

Press TRACK MARK on the recorder or the remote commander.

TRACK MARK on the remote controller does not function during playback.

While playing the track with the track mark you want to erase, press P to pause.

Find the track mark by pressing = slightly. For example, to erase the third track mark, find the beginning of the third track. “00:00” appears in the display. Press TRACK MARK to erase the mark. “MARK OFF” appears in the display. The track mark is erased and the two tracks are combined.

The combined track whose mark has been erased is recorded with the date and time of the beginning of the first of the two combined tracks.

21-EN Moving recorded tracks

You can change the order of the recorded tracks.

You can label the MDs and tracks you recorded with letters, numbers, and marks. Each label can be made up of up to

200 characters, and each MD can hold up to 1700 characters.

Move track C from the third to the second track.

TITLE/ENTER TITLE/ENTER

=/+ Vertical jog dial

( p Vertical jog dial

While playing, keep pressing ( and press TITLE/ENTER.

The recorder plays the selected track repeatedly. For example above, “MV003n 003” appears in the display. Rotate the vertical jog dial to select the new track position. For example above, rotate the jog dial until “MV003n 002” appears in the display. To cancel moving, press p . Press TITLE/ENTER again. Moving is completed and the recorder plays the moved track.

You can also move the track by pressing the jog dial in step 3.

To label a track , play the track you want to label.

To label an MD, insert the recordable MD you want to label. If an MD is already inserted, press p to stop. Press TITLE/ENTER. If you have selected a track in step 1 above, the recorder will play that track repeatedly. A cursor flashes in the display. Use the vertical jog dial to select and enter a character.

Rotate the jog dial to select a character, and press the jog dial to enter the selected character. The cursor shifts rightward and stands by for the input of the next character.

Select the first of capital letters, small letters, and numbers quickly.

Move the cursor to the left or right.

Repeat step 3 until you have entered all the characters for the label.

Press TITLE/ENTER. Labeling is completed.

Available characters

• Capital and small letters of the English alphabet • Numbers 0 to 9 • ! " # $ % & ( ) * + – . ; < = > ? @ _ ` ' , / : _ (space)

To relabel recordings

Do steps 1 and 2 to display the label of the track or MD. Enter a new character over the one you want to change, then press TITLE/ENTER. Notes •You cannot relabel premastered MDs or label MDs that have not been recorded. •The recorder is able to display Japanese “Katakana” characters. But you cannot label with them on this recorder.

You can use the recorder on house current or as follows. In the recorder … – a lithium ion rechargeable battery (supplied) With supplied battery case … – dry batteries (not supplied) It is preferable to use the recorder on house current when recording for a long time.

Using on a lithium ion rechargeable battery

Before using the supplied LIP-12(H) lithium ion rechargeable battery for the first time, charge it in the recorder.

Connect the supplied AC power adaptor. to wall outlet

Battery indication appears in the display and charging starts.

When charging is completed, battery indication disappears.

To charge a completely discharged battery, it takes the following time.

You can use the recorder while charging.

24-EN Insert the LIP-12(H) into the recorder and close the lid.

•Be sure to use the supplied AC power adaptor.

•Charging time may vary depending on the battery condition.

Using on dry batteries

Attach the supplied battery case.

Insert two LR6 (size AA) dry batteries

LIP-12(H) lithium ion rechargeable battery

(size AA) Sony alkaline dry batteries

The battery life may be shorter due to operating conditions and the temperature of the location.

2) When you record, use a fully charged rechargeable battery. 3) Recording time may differ according to the alkaline batteries.

When to replace the batteries

When the dry batteries or rechargeable battery are weak, flashing b or “LOW BATT” appear in the display. Replace the dry batteries or charge the rechargeable battery.

z Additional information

Precautions On safety Do not put any foreign objects in the DC IN 6 V jack.

• Use house current, lithium ion rechargeable battery, two LR6 (size AA) batteries, or car battery. • For use in your house: Use the AC power adaptor supplied with this recorder. Do not use any other AC power adaptor since it may cause the recorder to malfunction. Polarity of the plug • The recorder is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the recorder itself has been turned off. • If you are not going to use this recorder for a long time, be sure to disconnect the power supply (AC power adaptor, dry batteries, rechargeable battery, or car battery cord). To remove the AC power adaptor from the wall outlet, grasp the adaptor plug itself; never pull the cord. • For use in the car: Use the CPA-9 car connecting pack and the DCC-E260 car battery cord (not supplied).

Heat may build up in the recorder if it is used for an extended period of time. In this case, leave the recorder turned off until it cools down.

• Never use the recorder where it will be subjected to extremes of light, temperature, moisture or vibration. • Never wrap the recorder in anything when it is being used with the AC power adaptor. Heat build-up in the recorder may cause malfunction or damage.

26-EN On the headphones

Road safety Do not use headphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas. It can also be potentially dangerous to play your recorder at high volume while walking, especially at pedestrian crossings. You should exercise extreme caution or discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations.

Preventing hearing damage

Avoid using headphones at high volume. Hearing experts advise against continuous, loud and extended play. If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce the volume or discontinue use.

Keep the volume at a moderate level. This will allow you to hear outside sounds and to be considerate of the people around you.

On the MiniDisc cartridge

• Do not break open the shutter. • Do not place the cartridge where it will be subject to light, extreme temperatures, moisture or dust.

• Clean the recorder casing with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water or a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzene as it may mar the finish of the casing. • Wipe the disc cartridge with a dry cloth to remove dirt. • Dust on the lens may prevent the unit from operating properly. Be sure to close the disc compartment lid after inserting and ejecting an MD.

To protect a recorded MD Incorrect battery usage may lead to leakage of battery fluid or bursting batteries. To prevent such accidents, observe the following precautions:

• Install the + and – poles of the batteries correctly. • Do not install new and used batteries or different kinds of batteries together. • Do not try to recharge dry batteries. • When the recorder is not to be used for a long time, be sure to remove the batteries. • If a battery leak should develop, carefully and thoroughly wipe away battery fluid from the battery compartment before inserting new ones.

To record-protect an MD, slide open the tab at the side of the MD. In this position, the MD cannot be recorded. To record again, slide the tab back so the tab is visible.

For the customers in Canada

Note on digital recording

DISPOSAL OF LITHIUM ION BATTERY LITHIUM ION BATTERY.

DISPOSE OF PROPERLY. You can return unwanted lithium ion batteries to your nearest Sony Factory Service Center. Note: In some areas the disposal of the lithium ion batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited. For the Sony Factory Service Center nearest you call 416-499-SONY (Canada only) Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion battery.

This recorder uses the Serial Copy

Management System, which allows only first-generation digital copies to be made of premastered software. You can only make copies from a home-recorded MD by using the analog (line out) connections.

CD player, MD player, etc.

Recordable digital MD recording

Note on mechanical noise

The recorder produces out mechanical noise while operating, which is caused by the power-saving system of the recorder and it is not a problem.

If you have any questions or problems concerning your recorder, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

27-EN Troubleshooting

Should any problem persists after you have made these checks, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

The recorder does not work or works poorly.

•Audio sources may not be securely connected. b Disconnect the audio sources once and connect them again (pages 6,11).

•Moisture has condensed inside the recorder. b Take the MD out and leave the recorder in a warm place for several hours until the moisture evaporates. •The rechargeable battery or dry batteries are weak (b or “LOW BATT” flashes). b Charge the rechargeable battery or replace the dry batteries (pages 24, 25). •The rechargeable battery or dry batteries have been installed incorrectly. b Install the batteries correctly (page 25). •You pressed a button while the disc indication was rotating quickly. b Wait until the indication rotates slowly. •The recording volume is too low. •The recording was made using a connecting cord with an attenuator. b Use a connecting cord without an attenuator (page 6). •The AC adaptor was unplugged during recording or a power outage occurred. •While operating, the recorder received a mechanical shock, too much static, abnormal power voltage caused by lightning, etc. b Restart the operation as follows. 1 Disconnect all the power sources. 2 Leave the recorder for about 30 seconds. 3 Connect the power source.

No sound comes through the headphones.

•The headphones plug is not firmly connected.

b Connect the headphones with a remote controller plug firmly to 2 /REMOTE.

•Volume is too low. b Adjust the volume by pressing VOLUME +/– (VOL +/– on the remote controller). •AVLS is on. b Slide AVLS to NORMAL (page 17).

An MD is not played from the first track.

•Disc playing stopped before it came to the last track. b Press = repeatedly or open and close the lid once to go back to the beginning of the disc, and restart playing after checking the track number in the display.

Playback sound skips.

•The recorder is placed where it receives continuous vibration. b Put the recorder on a stable place.

•A very short track may cause sound to skip.

Sound has a lot of static.

•Strong magnetism from a television or such device is interfering with operation. b Move away from the source of strong magnetism.

Cannot find the track marks.

•You pressed P after pressing = or + . b Press P before pressing = or + .

Charging the rechargeable battery does not start.

•The rechargeable battery has been inserted incorrectly or the AC power adaptor has been connected incorrectly. b Insert the battery correctly or connect the AC power adaptor correctly.

The clock loses time or the display flashes.

The recording date was not stamped onto the disc.

•The built-in battery for a clock is weak. b Connect the AC power adaptor to DC IN 6 V on the recorder and the wall outlet to charge the built-in battery. After charging, set the clock again. Note that the clock normally loses about 2 minutes per month (page 15).

29-EN System limitations

The recording system in your MiniDisc recorder is radically different from those used in cassette and DAT decks and is characterized by the limitations described below. Note, however, that these limitations are due to the inherent nature of the MD recording system itself and not to mechanical causes.

“TR FULL” appears even before the disc has reached the maximum recording time (60 or

When 254 tracks have been recorded on the disc,

“TR FULL” appears regardless of the total recorded time. More than 254 tracks cannot be recorded on the disc. To continue recording, erase unnecessary tracks.

“TR FULL” appears even before the disc has reached the maximum track number or recording time.

Repeating recording and erasing may cause fragmentation and scattering of data. Although those scattered data can be read, each fragment is counted as a track. In this case, the number of tracks may reach 254 and further recording is not possible. To continue recording, erase unnecessary tracks.

Track marks cannot be erased.

When the data of a track is fragmented, the track mark of a fragment under 12 seconds long cannot be erased.

The remaining recording time does not increase even after erasing numerous short tracks.

Tracks of under 12 seconds in length are not counted and so erasing them may not lead to an increase in the recording time.

The total recorded time and the remaining time on the disc may not total the maximum recording time (60 or 74 minutes).

Recording is done in minimum units of 2 seconds each, no matter how short the material. Even if the last unit of recording is less than 2 seconds, it is counted as a unit of 2 seconds. Then 2 seconds’ space is put before recording starts again to prevent the last unit of the previous track from being erased. The contents recorded may thus be shorter than the maximum recording capacity.

The edited tracks may exhibit sound dropout during search operations.

The fragmentation of data may cause sound dropout while searching because the tracks are played in higher speed than normal playback.

30-EN Error messages

If the following error messages flash in the display window, check the chart below.

•An MD with no recording on it is inserted. b Insert a recorded MD.

•The recorder cannot read the disc (it's scratched or dirty). b Reinsert or replace the disc.

•There is no more space to record on the disc (less than 12 seconds available). b Replace the disc.

•You tried to operate the recorder while it was accessing the recorded data. b Wait until the message goes out (in rare cases, it may take

•You tried to enter more than 200 characters for a track or disc name or the total characters entered in an MD is more than

1700. b Enter the characters within the limit.

•Power supply is too high (The supplied AC power adaptor or the recommended car battery cord is not used). b Use the supplied AC power adaptor or the recommended car battery cord.

•The recorder is locked. b Slide HOLD against the allow to unlock the recorder

•Batteries are weak. b Charge the rechargeable battery or replace the dry batteries (pages 24, 25).

•You tried to record when there is no indication in the display, and the recorder is placed where it receives continuous vibration. b Put the recorder on the stable place, and start recording again.

•You tried to make a copy from a disc that is protected by the

Serial Copy Management System. You cannot make copies from a digitally connected source which was itself recorded using the digital connection. b Use the analog connection instead (page 6).

•You tried to play or record with no disc in the recorder. b Insert an MD.

• The recorder could not detect digital input signals. b Make sure that the source is connected firmly (page 11).

•If the error message appears while recording, press p to stop recording.

• You tried to record or edit on a premastered MD (PB means playback.) b Insert a recordable MD.

• You tried to record or edit on a MD with the tab in the recordprotect position. b Slide the tab back (page 27).

• You tried to erase a track mark while playing the MD or at the beginning of the first track.

• You tried to erase a track mark to combine tracks the recorder cannot combine. (caused by system limitation)

• Heat has built up in the recorder. b Let the recorder cool down.

• There is no more space for new data when you are editing the

MD. b Erase unnecessary tracks (page 20).

• You tried to record or edit on a track that is protected from erasing. b Record or edit on other tracks.

32-EN Specifications

System Audio playing system MiniDisc digital audio system Laser diode properties Material: GaAlAs Wavelength: λ = 780 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.) Recording and playback time Maximum 74 minutes (MDW-74, stereo recording) Maximum 148 minutes (MDW-74, monaural recording) Revolutions 400 rpm to 900 rpm (CLV) Error correction Advanced Cross Interleave Reed Solomon Code (ACIRC) Sampling frequency 44.1 kHz Sampling rate converter Input: 32 kHz/44.1 kHz/48 kHz Coding Adaptive TRansform Acoustic Coding (ATRAC) Modulation system EFM (Eight to Fourteen Modulation) Number of channels 2 stereo channels 1 monaural channel Frequency response 20 to 20,000 Hz ± 3 dB Wow and Flutter Below measurable limit Inputs Microphone: stereo mini-jack, 0.22 – 0.78 mV Line in: stereo mini-jack, 69 – 194 mV Optical (Digital) in: optical (digital) mini-jack Outputs Headphones: stereo mini-jack, maximum output level 5 mW+ 5 mW, load impedance 16 ohm Line out: stereo mini-jack, 194 mV, load impedance 10 kilohm

Power requirements Sony AC Power Adaptor (supplied) connected at the DC IN 6 V jack: 220–230 V AC, 50/60 Hz (European model) 120 V AC, 60 Hz (Canadian model) 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz (Other models) Lithium ion rechargeable battery LIP-12(H) (supplied) Two LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries (not supplied) Battery operation time See “Battery life” (page 25) Dimensions Approx. 116.5× 26 × 78 mm (w/h/d) (4 5/8 × 1 1/16 × 3 1/8 in.) Mass Approx. 220 g (7.1 oz) the recorder only Approx. 317 g (10.2 oz) incl. a recordable MD, headphones with a remote controller, and LIP-12 lithium ion rechargeable battery Supplied accessories AC power adaptor (1) Headphones with a remote controller (1) LIP-12(H) lithium ion rechargeable battery (1) Ear pads (2) Carrying case (1) Dry battery case (1)

33-EN Optional accessories

Lithium ion rechargeable battery LIP-12 Micro plug adaptor (Stereo mini plug n Micro plug) PC-MP1HG Optical Cable POC-151HG, POC-152HG, POC-MZ1, POC-MZ2, POC-15B, POC-15AB, POCDA12S Line Cable RK-G129, RK-G136 Car Connecting Pack CPA-9 Car Battery Cord DCC-E260 Stereo Microphones ECM-MS907, ECM909A, ECM-717 Stereo Headphones MDR-D77, MDR-D55 Active Speakers SRS-A41, SRS-A91 Recordable MDs MDW-74/74A, MDW-74L/ 74R/74Y, MDW-60/60A MiniDisc Carrying Case CK-MD4 MiniDisc Filing Box CK-MD10 Your dealer may not handle some of the above listed accessories. Please ask the dealer for detailed information about the accessories in your country.

How MiniDisc works MiniDisc (MD) comes in two types: premastered (prerecorded) and recordable (blank). Premastered MDs, recorded at music studios, can be played back almost endlessly. However, they can't be recorded on or over like cassette tapes. To record, you must use a "recordable MD". Premastered MDs Premastered MDs are recorded and played like regular CDs. A laser beam focuses on the pits in the surface of the MD and reflects the information back to the lens in the recorder. The recorder then decodes the signals and plays them back as music.

US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby

Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Recordable MDs, which use magnetooptical (MO) technology, can be recorded again and again. The laser inside the recorder applies heat to the MD, demagnetizing the magnetic layer of the MD. The recorder then applies a magnetic field to the layer. This magnetic field corresponds exactly to the audio signals generated by the connected source. (The north and south polarities equate to digital "1" and "0".) The demagnetized MD adopts the polarity of the magnetic field, resulting in a recorded MD.

34-EN How the MiniDisc got so small

Shock-Resistant Memory

The 2.5-inch MiniDisc, encased in a plastic cartridge that looks like a 3.5-inch diskette (see illustration below), uses a new digital audio compression technology called ATRAC (Adaptive

TRansform Acoustic Coding). To store more sound in less space, ATRAC extracts and encodes only those frequency components actually audible to the human ear.

One major drawback of optical read systems is that they can skip or mute when subjected to vibration. The MD system resolves this problem by using a buffer memory that stores audio data.

Like CDs, MDs offer instantaneous random access to the beginning of any music track. Premastered MDs are recorded with location addresses corresponding to each music selection. Recordable MDs are manufactured with a “User TOC Area” to contain the order of the music. The TOC system is similar to the “directory management system” of floppy disks. In other words, starting and ending addresses for all music tracks recorded on the disc are stored in this area. This lets you randomly access the beginning of any track as soon as you enter the track number (AMS), as well as label the location with a track name as you would a file on a diskette.

Contains the order and start/end points of the music.

35-EN Looking at the controls

See pages in ( ) for more details.

1 TITLE/ENTER button (22)

2 Battery compartment (on the bottom) (24) 3 MODE button (16) 4 DISPLAY button (14, 18) 5 MIC SENS switch (on the bottom) (12) 6 AVLS switch (on the bottom) (17) 7 DC IN 6V jack (at the rear) (6) 8 Display window (14,18) 9 SYNCHRO REC (synchro-recording) switch (11) 0 MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack (12) !` LINE IN (OPTICAL) jack (6, 11) !“ LINE OUT jack (19) !£ DIGITAL MEGA BASS button (17)

2 (headphones)/REMOTE jack (8)

Vertical jog dial (16, 22) TRACK MARK button (21) END SEARCH button (7) ERASE button (20) =/+ (search /AMS) button (7, 9) ( (play) button (7, 9) P (pause) button (7, 9) VOLUME +/– button (9) HOLD switch (18) REC (record) switch (7) p (stop) button (7, 9) OPEN button (6) CLOCK SET button (on the bottom) (15)

1 SHUF REC DATE REMAIN SYNC AM PM

1 Position indicator (14, 18)

Shows the current location on the MD. The point under recording or playing flashes. The recorded portion lights up. Current location

Disc length 2 MONO (monaural) indication 3 Play mode indication Shows the play mode of the MD. 4 Disc indication Shows that the disc is rotating for recording, playing or editing an MD. 5 SYNC (synchro-recording) indication 6 REC indication (7) Lights up while recording. When flashing, the recorder is in record standby mode.

Shows the volume of the MD being played or recorded. 8 AM/PM indication (15) Lights up along with the time indication in the 12-hour system. 9 Mega bass indication (17) 0 Battery indication (24) Shows battery condition. !` REMAIN (remaining time/tracks) indication (14,18) Lights up along with the remaining time of the track, the remaining time of the MD, or the remaining number of tracks. !“ REC DATE (recorded/current date) indication Lights up along with the date and time the MD was recorded. When only “DATE” lights up, the current date and time are displayed. !£ Time display (14, 15, 18) Shows the recorded time, current time, elapsed time of the track or MD being recorded or played. !¢ Character information display (14,18) Displays the disc and track names, date, error messages, track numbers, etc.

37-EN The headphones with a remote controller

Can be replaced with optional headphones. 2 VOL (volume) +/– buttons (9) 3 ( (play)/= /+ (search, AMS) buttons Press ( to play. While playing, press the = side to find beginning of the current or preceding tracks or to search backward, or press the + side to find the beginning of the succeeding tracks or to search forward.

4 TRACK MARK button (21)

5 P (pause) button (7,9) 6 HOLD switch (18) Slide to lock the controls of the remote controller. 7 p (stop) button (7,9)

( VOLUME +/– =/+ Molette jog verticale ( p Molette jog verticale

Batterie rechargeable ion lithium

DISC ERR DISC FULL BUSY NAME FULL Hi DC in

HOLD LOW BATT MEM OVER NO COPY NO DISC

32-F Message d’erreur

Signification/Remède

1 SHUF REC DATE REMAIN SYNC AM PM

an LINE IN (OPTICAL)

SHUF ” (Shuffle Repeat)

( VOLUME +/– =/+ Vertikaler Jog-Dial-Ring ( p Vertikaler Jog-Dial-Ring

1 SHUF REC DATE REMAIN SYNC AM PM DIGITAL MEGA BASS

1 SHUF REC DATE REMAIN SYNC AM PM Sony Corporation Printed in Japan