Sony MSAC-US70 User Guide
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MSAC-US70
2002 Sony Corporation
English
Before operating the unit, please read this instructions thoroughly, and retain it for future reference.
For the customers in U.S.A.
If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony Customer Information Center 1-800-222-SONY(7669). The number below is for the FCC related matters only.
Regulatory Information
Declaration of Conformity
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SONY |
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MSAC-US70 |
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Sony Electronics lnc. |
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680 Kinderkamack Road, Oradell, NJ |
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07649 U.S.A. |
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201-930-6972 |
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This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
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Note:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
–Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
–Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
–Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
–Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
For the customers in Canada
This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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Program©2000-2002 Sony Corporation
Documentation©2002 Sony Corporation
•“Memory Stick,” “OpenMG,” “SonicStage,” “MagicGate Memory Stick,” “Memory Stick Duo,” “MagicGate” and 
are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
•Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
•MMX Pentium is registered trademark or trademark of Intel Corporation.
•Adobe, Acrobat, Acrobat Reader are registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries.
•Macintosh and Mac OS are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries.
•All other trademarks and registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders.
Furthermore “™” and “®” are not mentioned in each case in this manual.
Pay attention to the following points when using this unit.
•If the body becomes dirty, wipe with a soft cloth. Never use benzene, alcohol, paint thinner or other solvents. This unit may deform or malfunction.
•A bright LED is used in operation of the image identification sensor. So, do not look directly into the light on the rear.
•Sometimes condensation forms on the sensor lens due to sudden changes in temperature, causing operation trouble. If this happens, wipe the sensor lens and try using again.
•Do not use this product in the following locations. Doing so might cause malfunction.
-Locations subject to splashing water
-Locations subject to direct sunlight
-Near hot locations such as heating apparatus
-Near humid or dusty locations
•When using a Macintosh, you cannot use the scroll function since the mouse for the Macintosh does not have left and right buttons.
•The contents of data cannot be compensated if recording or playing back is not made due to malfunctions such as “Memory Stick” error.
•To prevent recording or deletion of data on “Memory Stick” set the “Memory Stick” write-protect switch to “LOCK.”
zHint
Refer to the contents of the supplied CD-ROM for detailed operating instructions (PDF file).
Make sure to read it before using the unit.
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Table of contents |
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Before You Begin |
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On “Memory Stick” .............................................................................................. |
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System requirements ............................................................................................ |
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Checking the supplied accessories ................................................................... |
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Parts identification ............................................................................................. |
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Supplied applications ........................................................................................ |
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Using the operating instructions and online help ......................................... |
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How to Use |
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Installing the software on your computer ...................................................... |
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Installing the “SonicStage” software on your computer .............................. |
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Precautions for installing the “SonicStage” software. ................................... |
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Connecting this unit to your computer ........................................................... |
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Confirming that connections are completed .................................................. |
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When the removable disk (Memory Stick icon) is not indicated ................ |
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Disconnecting the unit from your computer .................................................. |
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How to Use (When Using Macintosh) ............................................................. |
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Using the mouse ................................................................................................. |
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Other Information |
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Formatting (initialization) of “Memory Stick” ............................................... |
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Precautions for use of “Memory Stick” ........................................................... |
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Troubleshooting .................................................................................................. |
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Specifications ....................................................................................................... |
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LIMITED WARRANTY ..................................................................................... |
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BBefore You Begin
On “Memory Stick”
What is “Memory Stick”?
“Memory Stick” is a new-generation IC storage media that is ultra-small and lightweight and has far greater storage capacity than floppy disks. The media can be used not only for transferring data between “Memory Stick” compatible products, but also as a removable, external storage media for storing data.
“Memory Stick” is available in standard size and a smaller size called “Memory Stick Duo.” When “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted into a Memory Stick Duo Adaptor, the size becomes the same as the standardsized “Memory Stick” to allow use with products that are compatible with the standard-sized “Memory Stick.”
“Memory Stick” types that can be used with this unit
* Two types of “Memory Stick” are available to suit your needs.
“Memory Stick”
A “Memory Stick” that allows recording of all kinds of data with the exception of data requiring copyright-protection technology (“MagicGate”).
“MagicGate Memory Stick”
This is a “Memory Stick” featuring built-in copyright protection technology (“MagicGate”).
The “Memory Stick” concept also comprises “I/O expansion module.” Compatible “I/O expansion module” can be used with this unit. (For details of compatible modules, visit the web site, http://www.sony.net/ memorystick/supporte)
PNotes
Never insert an “I/O expansion module” that does not comply with this unit into the Memory Stick slot on this unit.
For the functions and operation methods of “I/O expansion module”, please refer to the instructions for each “I/O expansion module”.
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What is “MagicGate”?
“MagicGate” is a copyright protection technology that operates when it is provided in both the “Memory Stick” and the product in which the media is used. A “Do you comply with “MagicGate”?” authentication takes place between devices equipped with “MagicGate” (this unit, etc.) and the “Memory Stick.” Data encryption takes places after the authentication. Copyright-protected data cannot be played back on devices other than those certified for this.
Music and other data that require copyright protection can be recorded and played back by using a combination of a “MagicGate Memory Stick” and equipment compatible with “MagicGate”, such as this unit. Different types of data can be recorded on a single “Memory Stick.”
For example, it is possible to record image data on the remaining empty section of a “MagicGate Memory Stick” containing music data.
Using “MagicGate Memory Stick”
PNotes
•Data transferred (checked out) from “SonicStage” to a “MagicGate Memory Stick” are collected in a folder named “Hifi folder.”
Do not edit the “Hifi folder” using anything but “SonicStage”, such as Explorer, etc. Data edited by other means cannot be played back or checked in. Sony can not be held responsible for the data lost in the case of editing.
•Formatting a “MagicGate Memory Stick” containing data will delete all the data, including music data. Be careful not to delete important data accidentally. Sony can not be held responsible for the data lost through formatting.
•What you record are for personal enjoyment only. Copyright laws prohibit other forms of use without the permission of the copyright holder.
•In no event will Sony be liable for the data contents in case download of recorded material is impeded or music data is corrupted or deleted due to malfunctions of this unit or the “Memory Stick”.
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System requirements
Recommended Windows environment
•OS: Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition (Windows 98SE)/Windows Millennium Edition (Windows Me)/Windows 2000 Professional (Windows 2000)/Windows XP Home Edition/XP Professional (Windows XP)
*The operating systems mentioned above must be installed on the computer when shipped from the factory.
*Operation is not guaranteed for upgraded operating systems even if they are among those mentioned above.
•CPU: MMX Pentium II 400 MHz or faster processor (Pentium III 450 MHz or faster processor recommended)
•RAM: 64 MB or more
•Available hard disk space: 100 MB or more
(More disk space may be required depending on the version of Windows you are using. Further space is also required for handling music data.)
•CD-ROM drive
•Sound board
•USB jack as standard equipment
(This unit supports USB 2.0 Full Speed (standard USB 1.1).)
•Display: High Color (16-bit) or higher, 800 × 480 pixels or more (800 × 600 pixels or more recommended.)
Recommended Macintosh environment
•OS: Mac OS 9.0/9.1/9.2/X (v10.1)
*The operating systems mentioned above must be installed on the computer when shipped from the factory.
*Operation is not guaranteed for upgraded operating systems even if they are among those mentioned above.
•RAM: 64 MB or more
•Hard disk: 50 MB or more available hard-disk space
•USB jack as standard equipment
(This unit supports USB 2.0 Full Speed (standard USB1.1).)
PNotes
•Operation is not guaranteed for all computers even if they comply with the recommended environments.
•“SonicStage” does not support Macintosh.
If you are using a Macintosh computer, it is not possible to transfer music data that requires copyright protection.
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PNote
To safeguard copyrights, optical digital output from equipment equipped with optical digital output may be restricted during playback using the supplied software.
When using Windows 2000/Windows XP
The following restrictions apply when “SonicStage” is running under Windows 2000/Windows XP.
•Installation should take place after you log on as Administrator. For how to log on using the Administrator account, see the manual provided with your computer.
•When using the software, log on as an Administrator or as a Power User.
•Do not insert or remove a CD-ROM drive while “SonicStage” is running. Your important data may get lost.
•Only the Professional edition of Windows 2000 can be used.
•NTFS format can only be used when standard-installed (installed when shipped from the factory).
On System Restore and Windows XP/Windows Me
When using the Windows XP or Windows Me, executing the “System Restore” item in System Tools may make it impossible to play back the songs managed by “SonicStage.”
Therefore, be sure to back up the song data managed by “SonicStage” before you execute “System Restore.”
After “System Restore” has been executed, the backed-up data can be restored and the songs managed by “SonicStage” can then be played back again.
For how to back up data, see the Help information for “SonicStage.”
PNote
An error dialog appears if playback of song data is impeded following execution of “System Restore.” In this case, follow the instructions displayed on the screen.
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Checking the supplied accessories
• Memory Stick USB Reader/Writer Mouse (1)
•CD-ROM for Windows (MSAC-US70 DISK1 [ENGLISH/ FRENCH]) (1)
*The CD-ROM contains the following software programs.
•Device Driver Software
•“SonicStage” Ver. 1.5
•Memory Stick Formatter Ver. 1.3
•Operating Instructions (PDF file)
The data of Operating Instructions for this unit (PDF file) is MSAC-US70 Manual_ENG_UC.pdf
•Operating Instructions for this unit (1)
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Parts identification
Insert the connector on this unit into the USB jack on the personal computer (into any USB jack on the personal computer if the personal computer has more than one USB jack).
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PNotes
•The access lamp lights when you access data on “Memory Stick.”
When the access lamp is lit, never remove the “Memory Stick”, turn off the power of your personal computer or disconnect the connector. Doing so might damage the data in “Memory Stick.”
•When disconnecting this unit from the personal computer, do not hold it by its cable; hold it by its connector.
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Supplied applications
The supplied Windows CD-ROM contains the following software programs.
Device driver (Windows)
The driver must be installed when this unit is used on a Windows computer.
For how to install the driver software, see page 15 .
“SonicStage” Ver. 1.5 (Windows)
“SonicStage” is comprehensive software for enjoying music. With “SonicStage”, you can enjoy listening to music sources such as music CDs, etc., or you can import music into the hard disk of your PC for a complete management of your collection. Furthermore, music data that has been imported into the hard disk of your PC can also be transferred to a “MagicGate Memory Stick” so that they can be enjoyed outside the PC environment.
PNotes
•“SonicStage” does not support Macintosh.
•This software is not compatible with writing of music data to CD-RW/CD-R media. Sony will not be liable for any loss of data resulting from such operation.
Memory Stick Formatter Ver.1.3 (Windows)
This is a software program for formatting (initialization) of “Memory Stick.” Formatting deletes all the data recorded on a “Memory Stick.”
In order to maintain the compatibility of a “Memory Stick” when using it with compatible products, always use this software when formatting “Memory Stick” on this unit.
Download “Memory Stick Formatter” for Macintosh from web site at http://www.sony.net/memorystick/supporte
PNote
Formatting a “Memory Stick” to which data has already been written will delete the existing data. Be careful not to delete important data by mistake.
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Using the operating instructions and online help
Using the Operating Instructions on the CDROM (When Using Windows)
The supplied CD-ROM contains more detailed Operating Instructions (PDF file).
For details on how to use this unit, see these Operating Instructions. Acrobat Reader from Adobe Systems Incorporated is required to view PDF files.
How to use Acrobat Reader is described in the following.
Screen view
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Left frame |
Right frame |
•Left frame
Each page of the Operating Instructions appears as a thumbnail. When you click on the thumbnail corresponding to the page that you want to view, the page is shown in the “Right frame.”
•Right frame Shows each page.
For details on how to use Acrobat Reader, see the online Help manual for Adobe Acrobat Reader.
Using the operating instructions and online help (continued)
How to use the online Help
The following applications feature separate online Help manuals.
•“SonicStage”
•Memory Stick Formatter
For details on how to use each of the application software programs, see the respective online Help manuals.
How to use the online Help manuals is described in the following.
Screen view
Tab
Left frame |
Right frame |
•Left frame
Contents or Keywords are displayed here.
•Right frame
Displays explanations. Clicking underlined parts in the text displays related explanations.
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BHow to Use
Installing the software on your computer
PNote
Be sure to install the supplied software before you connect this unit to your computer.
Do not perform the installation while this unit is connected to your computer. Restart your computer when installation is completed, and then connect this unit to your computer.
The following explanation is based on the screens shown in Windows XP. Depending on the OS, the screens may look different.
A part of the installation may take place automatically.
Use the following procedure to install the software.
Installing the device driver on your computer
PNote
Simultaneously with the installation of the device driver, the “Memory Stick Formatter” and the operating instructions (PDF file) are also installed on your computer.
1 Turn on your computer.
At this point, do not connect this unit to your computer. Close all running applications.
To install the device driver when you are using Windows 2000 or XP, you must log on with Administrator rights.
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Installing the software on your computer (continued)
2 Insert the supplied CD-ROM (MSAC-US70 DISK 1) into the CDROM drive on your computer.
The Installer launcher starts up automatically.
To install a driver, click the [Driver] button in the menu.
3 Carefully read the License Agreement, and then click the [Agree] button.
When you click the [Agree] button, installation of the driver starts.
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Click the [Next] button as prompted on the screen.
When you click [Finish], the driver installation is completed.
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6 Following this, installation of the “Memory Stick Formatter” starts.
Click the [Next] button as prompted on the screen.
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Installing the software on your computer (continued)
7 When you click [Finish], installation of “Memory Stick Formatter” is completed.
To use “Memory Stick Formatter”, select [Start] – [Programs] – [Memory Stick Utility] – [Memory Stick Formatter].
8 Following this, installation of the operating instructions (PDF file) is performed automatically.
When installation of the operating instructions is completed, the application selection screen returns.
To end installation of the software at this point, click [Exit]. If you do so, “SonicStage” is not installed.
To view the operating instructions, select [Start] – [Programs] – [Sony Memory Stick Reader Writer] – [MSAC-US70 Instructions].
PNote
Adobe Reader from Adobe Systems Incorporated is required for viewing the operating instructions (PDF file).
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Installing the “SonicStage” software on your computer
1 Do as follows to install “SonicStage”.
Click the [SonicStage] button in the menu.
2 Carefully read the License Agreement, and then click the [Agree] button.
When you click the [Agree] button, installation of “SonicStage” starts.
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Installing the “SonicStage” software on your computer (continued)
3 Click the [Finish] button.
4 Click the [Next] button as prompted on the screen.
5 Click the [Finish] button.
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Click the [Next] button as prompted on the screen.
Select the folder in which you want to install “SonicStage”.
To change the folder suggested for the installation, click the [Browse] button and then select the folder. When the installation destination folder is decided, click the [Next] button.
Select the folder for storing the “OpenMG” contents.
To change the folder suggested for the installation, click the [Browse] button and select the folder. When the storage destination folder is decided, click the [Next] button.
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Installing the “SonicStage” software on your computer (continued)
9 Click the [Finish] button.
10 Click the [Next] button as prompted on the screen.
11 When you click [Finish], installation of “SonicStage “ is completed.
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12 Click the [Restart] button to restart your computer.
PNote
Be sure to connect this unit only after you have restarted your computer.
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Precautions for installing the “SonicStage” software.
Sometimes, the installation may stop.
If this occurs, move installation screen aside and see if a message box has appeared. Click [Yes] to continue installation.
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Connecting this unit to your computer
PNote
Be sure to install the supplied software before you connect this unit to your computer. Restart your computer following installation.
Connect the connector of this unit to a USB jack on your computer.
1 Plug the connector of the unit into a USB jack on your computer.
Your computer recognizes the unit, and the Windows Add Hardware Wizard starts up and installation of the driver begins. Depending on the OS, the driver installation may take place automatically.
•The location of the USB jack on the computer differs with the computer used.
•When using a computer with multiple USB jacks, do not connect other devices, with the exception of a standard mouse and keyboard, to USB jacks at the same time as this unit. When using a desktop computer, use a USB jack on the main unit of the computer. For details, see “Recommended ways for connecting this unit” on page 26.
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Connecting this unit to your computer (continued)
Recommended ways for connecting this unit
The operation of this unit has been confirmed when connected to the computer in either of the following ways.
When this unit is connected to a USB jack on the computer main unit, and nothing is connected to other USB jacks on the computer main unit.
When a USB keyboard is connected to the USB jack on the personal computer, and this unit is connected to the other port:
PNotes
•When two or more USB devices are connected to one computer, and both are used simultaneously, operation is not guaranteed depending on the USB devices.
•You cannot access two or more “Memory Stick”s at the same time even if you connect one or more additional “Memory Stick” compatible products to the computer to which this unit is connected. Remove the “Memory Stick” in this unit or turn off the other devices.
•Be sure to connect this unit to the USB jack on the personal computer. Operation is not guaranteed if it is connected to the USB jack on the keyboard or hub.
•Not all operations are guaranteed on all computers running under the recommended environment.
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PNotes
•Follow the on-screen instructions to proceed with the installation.
The “Add New Hardware Wizard” starts twice because two drivers are installed. Do not cancel the installation midway, and complete the installation.
•The Windows 98/98SE CD-ROM may be needed for this installation.
The following explanation is based on the screens shown in Windows 98SE. Depending on the OS, the screens may look different. A part of the installtion may take place automatically. The following explanation is how to install the mouse driver.
2 Click [Next].
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3 Select “Search for the best driver for your device [Recommended]” and click [Next].
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Connecting this unit to your computer (continued)
4 Click [Next] without changing the checkbox settings.
5 Click [Next].
6 When you click [Finish], the mouse driver installtion is completed.
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