SONY ADN-1 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

3-252-228-11 (1)

Net MD Desktop Audio

Operating Instructions

ADN-1

WARNING

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

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

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 newspapers, table-cloths, curtains, etc. And don’t place lighted candles on the apparatus.

Notice for customers in the United Kingdom

A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted to this equipment for your safety and convenience.

Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be replaced, same rating fuse approved by ASTA or BSI to BS 1362, (i.e. marked with or mark) must be used.

If the plug supplied with this equipment has a detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse cover after you change the fuse. Never use the plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony service station.

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the appliance.

CAUTION

The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.

Certain countries may regulate disposal of the battery used to power this product. Please consult with your local authority.

CAUTION

CLASS 1M INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN DO NOT VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS

• SonicStage, OpenMG and the OpenMG logo and Net MD and the Net MD logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

• Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT and Windows Media are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and /or other countries.

• All other trademarks and registered trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

•TM and ® marks are omitted in this manual.

Table of contents

The Audio Emphasis

Selecting the audio emphasis ....................... 41

Connection and Setup

Connections ....................................................5

Adjusting the display window contrast .......... 7

Playing a CD .................................................. 8

Recording a whole CD (Synchronized

recording) ................................................. 11

Playing an MD.............................................. 15

Playing CDs or MDs

Using the display .......................................... 18

Locating a specific track............................... 20

To play just the beginning of each track, in

order (Intro Play) ...................................... 21

Playing tracks repeatedly (Repeat Play)....... 21

Playing tracks in random order

(Shuffle Play) ........................................... 22

Creating your own programme (Programme

Play).......................................................... 23

Playing tracks in an MD group..................... 24

Recording from CD to MD

Recording the track you are listening to

(Synchronized recording of a single track -

REC IT) .................................................... 26

Recording the tracks you programmed

(Synchronized recording of the tracks you

programmed) ............................................ 27

The Timer

Setting the clock ........................................... 42

Waking up to music...................................... 43

Falling asleep to music (Sleep Function) ..... 44

Using with your computer

Transferring music from your computer to an

MD (Check-out) ....................................... 46

Listening to audio from your computer

(USB Speaker Function) .......................... 47

Additional Information

Precautions ................................................... 48

Troubleshooting............................................ 50

Error messages ............................................. 54

Specifications ............................................... 55

Locating the Controls ................................... 56

Explanations ................................................. 60

System limitations of the MD ...................... 61

Index ............................................................. 63

MD Editing

Creating a group (Group Function) .............. 28

Releasing a group setting (Group Release

Function) .................................................. 30

Adding a track to a group (Group In

Function) .................................................. 30

Removing a track from a group (Group Out

Function) .................................................. 31

Erasing recordings (Erase Function) ............ 32

Dividing a recorded track into two tracks

(Divide Function) ..................................... 34

Combining two adjacent tracks into a single

one (Combine Function)........................... 35

Moving recorded tracks (Move Function).... 36

Labelling recordings (Name Function) ........ 37

Before using this product

This manual explains the general operations of the player.

For the basic use of the supplied SonicStage software, refer to the separate manual.

On explanations in this manual

Explanations in this manual are based on the operations done by the remote

control.

Net MD Desktop Audio

Operating Instructions

The operations on the main unit are explained when they are different from

those by the remote control.

ADN-1

For SonicStage Ver. 1.5 software

SonicStage Ver. 1.5 Operating Instructions

This manual explains the installation and basic operations of the supplied

SonicStage software.

SonicStage Ver.1.5

Operating Instructions

SonicStage Ver. 1.5 Help

This is an online help that you can view on your computer screen. Refer to the

online help for details on the use of the software.

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 supplied with this recorder.

• In the event a problem occurs with this software as a result of defective manufacturing, SONY will replace it. However, SONY bears no other responsibility.

• The software provided with this recorder cannot be used with equipment other than that which is so designated.

• Please note that, due to continued efforts to improve quality, the software specifications may be changed without notice.

• Operation of this recorder with software other than that provided is not covered by the warranty.

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Connection and Setup

Connections

Insert the plugs firmly into their receptacles in the order shown in the figure below. Connecting the cables incorrectly can cause incorrect operation.

Right speaker (rear) Left speaker (rear) Main unit (rear)

3 Plug into a

wall outlet

1 Connect the speakers.

1 Connect the speaker cord from the

right speaker to the R OUT connector on the rear of the left speaker.

Right Main unit Left

2 Connect the speaker cord from the

left speaker to the SPEAKER OUT connector on the rear of the main unit.

Connection and Setup

Speaker cord

Notes

• The operating panel on the main unit slides to the right and left. Place the speakers a short distance from the main unit so that the operating panel does not bump the speakers.

• Do not place objects such as books or vases close enough to the main unit to interfere with the movement of the operating panel.

Arrow

Right Main unit Left

Speaker cord

Notes

• Align the arrow on the speaker cord plug with the left side of the SPEAKER OUT connector.

• Take care not to force the plug into the connector, or you may damage the unit.

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Connections (continued)

2 Prepare the remote control.

Pull the insulating sheet out from the remote control to prepare it for use. The remote control comes with a battery pre-installed.

Note

When using the unit for the first time, or after a long period of disuse, you need to charge the memory battery in the main unit. Wait about an hour after plugging in the mains lead for the battery to be fully charged (you can use the unit during this time). Afterwards, always turn off the power on the main unit before unplugging the mains lead. When the battery is charged, the unit's clock and timer information will be preserved for about 30 minutes when the unit is not supplied with power from a wall outlet. If the clock and timer information is lost, you will need to set the clock and timer again.

Replacing the battery in the remote control

As the battery wears out, the range at which the remote control will work will decrease.

When this happens, follow the procedure below to replace the battery with a new one. The battery should last about 6 months with normal use.

1 Slide out and remove the battery case.

2 Replace the battery with a new

CR2025 lithium battery, with the side marked + facing up.

3 Replace the battery case.

3 Connect the mains lead.

Connect the mains lead of the main unit to a wall outlet.

Back side of remote control

CR2025 lithium battery (not supplied)

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Battery life

You can expect the remote control to operate for about 6 months (using a Sony CR2025 lithium battery) before the battery runs down. When the battery no longer operates the remote, replace the battery with a new one.

To avoid battery leakage

If you are not going to use the remote control for a long time, remove the battery to avoid damage caused by corrosion from battery leakage.

Notes on lithium battery

•Keep the lithium battery out of the reach of children. Should the battery be swallowed, immediately consult a doctor.

• Wipe the battery with a dry cloth to assure a good contact.

• Be sure to observe the correct polarity when installing the battery.

• Do not hold the battery with metallic tweezers, otherwise a short-circuit may occur.

WARNING

Battery may explode if you mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.

Note

Make sure the remote sensor is not exposed to strong light such as direct sunlight or fluorescent lamp light.

Adjusting the display window contrast

Connection and Setup

Using the unit with active speakers (not supplied)

To use this unit with active speakers with built-in amplifiers (not supplied), connect the active speakers to the jack on the main unit. See the active speaker operating manual for more information.

Speaker (not supplied)

Note

Before connecting the active speakers to the player, be sure to attach the supplied clamp filter to the cable. For more information on attaching the clamp filter, see page 57.

AUDIO OUT

You can adjust the contrast of the display window to your liking.

1 While the unit is turned off, hold down

DISPLAY for about 2 seconds. “Contrast” will appear in the display

window.

2 Press > or . to adjust the

contrast. The contrast can be adjusted within a

range from –7 to +7.

Playing a CD

Preparation: see Connections on page 5

1 Press Z CD to open the operating

panel (or touch Z on the main unit) and insert a CD into the slot.

The unit power will turn on automatically when you press the button. The operating panel will slide to the right. Insert a CD into the slot, with the label side (the side with writing on it) facing to the left.

The operating panel will automatically slide closed after you insert the CD.

Face the label side toward the left

2 Press CD N.

(Or press CD u on the main unit). The CD will start to play.

Main unit display window

Notes

• To play an 8-cm CD, insert it into the center of the slot.

• Sometimes when an 8-cm CD is inserted, the display will show “No Disc”, and you will not be able to play or eject the disc. If this happens, press x on the main unit, and while holding x, press the VOLUME–, HIGH SPEED REC, and VOLUME+ , in that order.

• When Z CD is pressed, there may be some delay until the CD is ejected from the slot.

Track number

Track elapsed playing time

Other operations

Button names in parentheses ( ) are buttons on the main unit.

adjust the volume stop play pause play

go back to the beginning of a track go back to the previous track

go to the next track

eject the CD turn the power on or off

Press

VOLUME +, –

CD X (CD u) Press the button again to resume play after pause.

Press and release the button quickly.

Z CD

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Playing a CD

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Playing a CD (continued)

Tip

When the CD is ejected, or when x is pressed while CD play is already stopped, play will begin from the first track on the CD the next time the CD is played, even if the Resume function is set to “Resume On.”

To start play from the same track where play was stopped (Resume function)

You can set this unit to remember the track that was playing when x is pressed, and begin playing from that track the next time CD N is pressed again.

Press RESUME/INTRO so that “Resume On” is shown in the display window. When the CD is stopped, the display window will show “R” and the number of the track from which play will begin next time.

To turn off the Resume function, press RESUME/INTRO so that “Resume Off” is shown in the display window.

Recording a whole CD (Synchronized recording)

Preparation: see Connections on page 5

1 Press Z MD to open the operating

panel (or touch Z on the main unit) and insert a recordable MD to be recorded into the slot.

The unit power will turn on automatically when you press the button. The operating panel will slide to the left. Insert an MD into the slot, with the label side facing to the right.

The operating panel will automatically slide closed after you insert the MD.

1 3

Recording a whole CD (Synchronized recording)

Face the label side toward the right

Insert in the direction indicated by the arrow

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Recording a whole CD (Synchronized recording) (continued)

2 Press Z CD to open the operating

panel (or touch Z on the main unit) and insert a CD into the slot.

The operating panel will automatically slide closed after you insert the CD.

3 Press FUNCTION to display “CD”

in the display window.

4 Press REC MODE to choose the

desired recording mode. The recording mode will cycle

through SP , LP2 , LP4 as you press the button.

Recording mode

Stereo SP about 80 minutes LP2 Stereo LP2 about 160 minutes LP4 Stereo LP4 about 320 minutes

1) For better audio quality, choose either stereo or LP2 stereo.

2) When recording to an 80-minute MD.

Display Recording length

Face the label side toward the left

5 To start high-speed recording,

press HIGH SPEED SYNCHRO REC CD N MD (or HIGH SPEED REC on the main unit). (To listen to the music while recording at normal speed, press NORM SPEED.)

Recording will start automatically.

If the MD loaded into the unit already has audio recorded on it, recording will begin after the end of the existing audio tracks.

No sound will come out of the speakers or headphones during high-speed recording.

Track number

XXXX XXXX

of CD

Elapsed recording condition

Recording a whole CD (Synchronized recording)

Tips

• LP4 stereo recording uses a special compression technique to provide longplaying stereo recording. As a result, there is a chance that there will, on rare occasion, be some noise in the recorded audio when recording from some sources. For the best audio quality, we recommend using either the SP or LP2 recording mode.

• Adjusting the volume or the audio emphasis will not affect the recording level. Keep the volume at a moderate level so as to prevent the sound from skipping.

• When recording at normal speed, pressing DISPLAY will cause the total elapsed CD play time to be displayed.

About long-time recording (MDLP)

In addition to ordinary stereo recording, this unit provides the capability of recording two times (LP2) or four times (LP4) as much music on a disc.

Discs you record in LP2 or LP4 mode can only be played back in other MD equipment that supports the LP2 and LP4 modes.

Notes on high-speed recording

• You cannot record the same track(s) over and over again in high-speed recording mode. If you attempt to record a CD in high-speed mode, and some of the tracks on the CD have been recorded using high-speed mode in the previous 74 minutes, those tracks will be recorded using normal-speed mode, while the rest of the tracks will be recorded using high-speed mode.

• If recording is stopped while in the middle of recording a track using high-speed mode, that track will not be saved on the MD.

• High-speed recording mode cannot be used when recording from a CD-RW disc.

• If errors occur due to dirt or scratches on the CD when recording in high-speed mode, the recording will automatically shift to normal-speed mode.

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Recording a whole CD (Synchronized recording) (continued)

• Once the clock is set, the recording date and time are stamped automatically (page 42).

• You can also save the track names, disk name, and artist names while recording (pages 37 to 40).

Notes

• After you stop recording, do not disconnect the mains lead or move the player while “TOC EDIT” is flashing in the display.

If you do so, recording may not be done properly.

• You will not be able to play or edit discs recorded in LP2 or LP4 mode on MD equipment that does not support LP2 and LP4 modes.

Other operations

To Press

stop recording x turn the power on or off ?/1

If “-:- Short” is displayed

There is not enough space on the MD to record the whole CD.

If you want to record as much of the CD as will fit, press YES.ENTER. To stop recording, press NO.CANCEL.

See page 54 if any other messages are displayed.

Playing an MD

Preparation: see Connections on page 5

1 Press Z MD to open the operating

panel (or touch Z on the main unit) and insert an MD into the slot.

The unit power will turn on automatically when you press the button. The operating panel will slide to the left. Insert an MD into the slot, with the label side facing to the right.

The operating panel will automatically slide closed after you insert the MD.

Face the label side toward the right

Insert in the direction indicated by the arrow

After “TOC Reading” is displayed, the disc name will be displayed if it is labelled.

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Playing an MD (continued)

2 Press MD N.

(Or press MD u on the main unit.) The MD will start to play.

Other operations

Track name is displayed if it is labelled.

Track number Playing time

Button names in parentheses ( ) are buttons on the main unit.

adjust the volume stop play pause play

go back to the beginning of a track go back to the previous track

go to the next track

eject the MD turn the power on or off

Press

VOLUME +, –

MD X (MD u) Press the button again to resume play after pause.

Press and release the button quickly.

Z MD

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Tips

• The MD will automatically be played in Stereo, LP2 Stereo, LP4 Stereo, or Monaural mode, according to how it was recorded (page 12).

• Pressing Z CD or Z MD while a MD is sticking out of the slot will cause the front panel to slide into the MD, but the disc will not be damaged.

• When the MD is ejected, or when x is pressed while MD play is already stopped, play will begin from the first track on the MD the next time the MD is played, even if the Resume function is set to “Resume On.”

To start play from the same track where play was stopped (Resume function)

You can set this unit to remember the track that was playing when x is pressed, and begin playing from that track the next time MDN is pressed again.

Press RESUME / INTRO so that “Resume On” is shown in the display window. When the MD is stopped, the display window will show “R” and the number of the track from which play will begin the next time.

To turn off the Resume function, press RESUME / INTRO so that “Resume Off” is shown in the display window.

Playing an MD

Playing CDs or MDs

Using the display

You can check information about the CD and MD using the display.

During stop (CD)

The total track number and playing time are displayed.

CD indication

During play (CD)

The current track number and playing time are displayed.

To check the remaining time

Press DISPLAY. The display window will cycle through the following information.

Current track number and elapsed time (normal display)

Current track number and remaining time

Remaining number of tracks and total remaining time

Note

The remaining number of tracks and total remaining time will not be displayed during Repeat Play (page 21), Shuffle Play (page 22), or Programme Play (page 23).

During stop (MD)

The total track number and playing time are displayed.

Disc name MD indication

Total track number

Total playing time

Total track number

Total playing time

Press DISPLAY. The display window will change as follows.

Disc name, total number of tracks, total playing time (normal display)*

Time available for recording **

* When Group Mode is set to ON (page 28), the

information displayed will pertain to the tracks in the selected group.

** Time available for recording is not displayed

when Group Mode is set to ON (page 28).

Tip

Track names, disc name, and group name are only displayed if those names are recorded on the MD. Those names will not be displayed if they are not recorded on the disc.

During play (MD)

The current track name, number, and playing time are displayed.

To check the remaining time, recording date and time, etc.

Press DISPLAY. The display window will change as follows.

Tip

Track names, disc name, and group name are only displayed if those names are recorded on the MD. Those names will not be displayed if they are not recorded on the disc.

Note

The disc name, remaining number of tracks, and total remaining time will not be displayed during Repeat Play (page 21), Shuffle Play (page 22), or Programmed Play (page 23).

Playing CDs or MDs

Current track name, number, and playing time (normal display)

Current track name, number, and remaining time

Disc name, remaining number of tracks, and total remaining time *

Recording date and time **

* When Group Mode is set to ON (page 28), the

information displayed will pertain to the tracks in the selected group.

** Once the clock is set, the recording date and

time are stamped automatically (page 42).

Locating a specific track

You can quickly locate any track on a CD or an MD using the number/character buttons on the remote control. You can also find a specific point in a track while playing a CD or an MD.

Number / character buttons

., >

Tips

• To locate a track numbered over 10, press >10 first, then the corresponding number/character buttons. Example: To play the track number 23, press >10 first, then 2 and 3. To play the track number 10, you can use the 0/ 10 button as well as >10, 1 and 0.

• To select a track on an MD numbered 100 or more, press >10 twice, then the corresponding number/character buttons.

To locate

a specific track directly

a point while listening to the sound

a point while observing the display

Note

You cannot locate a specific track if “REP PGM”, “REP SHUF”, “PGM” or “SHUF” is lit in the display. Turn off the indication by pressing x.

Press

the number/character button of the track.

> (forward) or . (backward) while playing and hold down until you find the point.

> (forward) or . (backward) in pause and hold down until you find the point.

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