Sony MZ-R50 User Manual
Portable MiniDisc Recorder MZ-R50
3-861-298-14 (1)
Portable
MiniDisc Recorder
Operating instructions
Manual de instrucciones
Manual de Instruções
Bruksanvisning
Käyttöohjeet
Инструкция по эксплуатации
MZ-R50
1997 by Sony Corporation
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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.
Caution
The use of optical instruments with this
product will increase eye hazard.
Information
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.
This mark is valid for Russian version only.
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Welcome!
Welcome to the world of the MiniDisc!
Here are some of the capabilities and
features you'll discover with the new
MiniDisc Recorder.
• Shock-resistant memory — Offsets up
to 40 seconds of optical read errors.
• Easy operation with the new remote
control — Keep the main unit in your
pocket and operate the MiniDisc player
through the shuttle dial on the remote
control; the LCD diplays track
information, playback mode as well as
battery condition.
• High-fidelity recording — Low-noise,
low-distortion, high-fidelity recording
through the optical digital input jack.
• Vertical jog dial — You can select your
desired tracks directly by simply
rotating a dial.
• Digital synchro-recording — The
recorder automatically starts and
pauses recording in sync with
operation on the connected digital
equipment.
• 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.
• Position pointer — The display shows
you the current location on the disc.
• Date and time stamp function — The
built-in clock automatically records 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.
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Table of contents
Recording an MD right away! .................................6
Playing an MD right away!......................................8
Various ways of recording.....................................10
Two ways of connecting to a sound source ....................................... 10
Recording with digital input ............................................................... 11
To start/stop recording in sync with the source player
(Synchro-recording)......................................................................... 11
Recording from a microphone............................................................. 12
Recording in monaural for double the normal recording time ...... 13
Adjusting the recording level manually (Manual recording) ......... 13
Checking the remaining time or the recording position.................. 14
On the recorder ................................................................................ 14
On the remote control ..................................................................... 15
Setting the clock to stamp the recorded time .................................... 16
Various ways of playback ...................................... 17
Selecting the track number or track name directly........................... 17
Playing tracks repeatedly ..................................................................... 17
Emphasizing bass (DIGITAL MEGA BASS) ..................................... 18
Protecting your hearing (AVLS).......................................................... 18
Checking the remaining time or the playing position ..................... 19
On the recorder ................................................................................ 19
On the reomte control ..................................................................... 19
Locking the controls (HOLD) .............................................................. 20
Connecting to a stereo system ............................................................. 20
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Editing recorded tracks ..........................................21
Erasing tracks ......................................................................................... 21
To erase a track................................................................................. 21
To erase the whole disc ................................................................... 21
Adding a track mark ............................................................................. 22
Erasing a track mark ............................................................................. 22
Moving recorded tracks........................................................................ 23
Labeling recordings............................................................................... 23
Power sources......................................................... 25
Using a lithium ion rechargeable battery........................................... 25
Using dry batteries ................................................................................ 26
Additional information ..........................................27
Precautions ............................................................................................. 27
Troubleshooting..................................................................................... 29
System limitations ................................................................................. 31
Messages ................................................................................................. 32
Specifications.......................................................................................... 34
What is an MD? ..................................................................................... 35
Looking at the controls ......................................................................... 37
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Recording an MD right away!
Sound from CD players, cassettecorders, etc., will be sent
analogically, but recorded digitally, in stereo. To record from a digital
source, see “Recording with digital input” (page 11).
1
Make connections.
R (red)
CD player,
cassette recorder,
etc. (source)
to LINE OUT
to LINE IN (OPTICAL)
2
Insert a recordable MD.
1 Slide OPEN and open the lid.
L (white)
Line cable
(RK-G129, not supplied)*
to DC IN 6V
to a wall outlet
AC power adaptor
(supplied)
*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 with the
label side facing up, and press the
lid down to close.
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3
Record an MD.
1 Press and slide REC to the right .
p
“REC” lights up and recording starts.
2 Play the CD or tape you want to
record.
REC
CD player, cassette
recorder, etc. (source)
To
Pause
To stop recording, press p.
“Data Save“ or ”Toc Edit” flashes while data
of the recording (the track’s start and end
points, etc.) is being recorded. Do not move
or jog the recorder or disconnect the power
source while the indication is flashing in the
display.
Press
1)
P
Press P again to resume recording.
Record from the end of the
previous recording.
Record partway through the
previous recording.
END SEARCH and slide REC.
(, + or = to find the start point
of recording and press p to stop. Then
slide REC.
Remove the MD.
1)
A track mark is added at the point where you press P; thus the remainder of the track will be
counted as a new track.
2)
Once you open the lid, the point to start recording will change to the beginning of the first track.
Check the point to start recording on the display.
If the recording does not start
•Make sure the recorder is not locked (page
20).
•Make sure the MD is not record-protected
(page 28).
•Premastered MDs cannot be recorded over.
For models supplied with the AC plug
adaptor
If the AC power adaptor does not fit the wall
outlet, use the AC plug adaptor.
p and open the lid.
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•The level of the recorded sound is adjusted
automatically.
•You can monitor the sound during
recording. Connect the supplied
headphones with remote control to 2/
REMOTE and adjust the volume by
pressing VOLUME +/– (VOL +/– on the
remote control). This does not affect the
recording level.
2)
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Playing an MD right away!
To use the recorder on a rechargeable battery or dry batteries, see
“Power Sources“ (pages 25, 26).
1
Make connections.
to a wall outlet
Headphones with a
remote control
(supplied)
2
Insert an MD.
1 Slide OPEN and open the lid.
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to 2/REMOTE
to DC IN 6V
2 Insert an MD with the label side
facing up, and press the lid down to
close.
AC power adaptor
(supplied)
3
Play an MD.
(
p
1 Press ( (Turn the control to
(•+ on the remote control).
A short beep sounds in the headphones.
VOLUME
+/–
2 Press VOLUME (VOL on the remote
control) +/– to adjust the volume.
The volume will be shown in the display.
VOL +/–
To stop play, press p.
A long beep sounds in the headphones.
p
To
Pause
Press (Beeps in the headphones)
P (Continuous short beeps)
Press P again to resume play.
Find the beginning of the current track
= once (Turn the control to =on the
remote control)
(Three short beeps)
Find the beginning of the next track
+ once (Turn the control to (•+ on
the remote control)
(Two short beeps)
Go backwards while playing
1)
keep pressing = (Turn and hold the
control to = on the remote control)
Go forward while playing
1)
keep pressing + (Turn and hold the
control to (•+ on the remote control)
Remove the MD
1)
To go backward or forward quickly without listening, press P and keep pressing = or +.
2)
Once you open the lid, the point to start play will change to the beginning of the first track.
p and open the lid.
2)
If the play does not start
Make sure the recorder is not locked (page
20).
When using optional headphones
Use only headphones with stereo mini plugs.
You cannot use headphones with micro
plugs.
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Playback will switch automatically between
stereo and monaural according to the sound
source.
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zVarious ways of recording
Two ways of connecting to a sound source
The input jack of this recorder works as both digital and analog input jacks. 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
Difference
Connectable source
Usable cord
Signal from the source
Recorded track numbers
Recorded sound level
Note
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.
Input
Digital input
Equipment with an optical
digital output jack
Digital cable (with an optical
or an optical-mini plug)
Digital
Marked (copied)
automatically
•at the same positions as the
source.
•when the recorder is
paused while recording.
Same as the source
Analog (line) input
Equipment with an analog
(line) output jack
Line cable (with 2 phono
plugs or a stereo-mini plug)
Analog
Even when a digital source
(such as a CD) is connected,
the signal sent to the recorder
is analog.
Marked automatically
•after more than 2 seconds of
blank or low-level segment.
•when the recorder is
paused while recording.
You can erase unnecessary
marks after recording
(“Erasing a track mark”,
page 22).
Adjusted automatically. Can
also be adjusted manually
(“Adjusting the recording
level manually”, page 13).
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Recording with digital
input
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.
CD player, MD player,
digital amplifier, etc.
Optical
plug
to LINE IN
(OPTICAL)
POC-15B etc.
(not supplied)
POC-15AB etc.
(not supplied)
Portable CD
player, etc.
Optical
miniplug
1 Insert a recordable MD and start
recording.
For recording operations, 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
The recorder automatically recognizes the
type of line cable and switches to digital or
analog input.
To start/stop recording in
sync with the source player
(Synchro-recording)
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 insert a recordable MD.
CD players,
etc.
SYNCHRO REC
1 Slide SYNCHRO REC to ON.
“SYNC” appears in the display.
SYNC
2 Press and slide REC to the right.
The recorder stands by for recording.
3 Play the source sound.
The recorder starts recording when it
receives the playing sound.
To stop recording, press p.
Notes
•You can make a digital recording only from an
optical type output.
•When recording from a portable CD player,
play it on AC power and disable the anti-skip
function (such as ESP*).
* Electronic Shock Protection
continued
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•You cannot pause manually during
synchro-recording.
•When there is no sound from the player for
more than 3 seconds during synchrorecording, the recorder goes into the
standby mode automatically. When the
sound comes from the player again, the
recorder resumes synchro-recording. If the
recorder is kept in the standby mode for 5
minutes or longer, the recorder stops
automatically.
Notes
•Do not switch SYNCHRO REC after step 2.
Recording may not be done properly.
•When recording in monaural, follow steps 1
and 2 of “Recording in monaural for double
the normal recording time” (page 13) before
synchro-recording .
Recording from a
microphone
Connect a stereo microphone (ECM-717,
ECM-MS907, ECM-MS957, etc.; not
supplied) to the MIC (PLUG IN POWER)
jack.
Stereo microphone
to MIC
(PLUG IN
POWER)
MIC SENS (at the bottom)
1 Select the sensitivity with MIC SENS
(at the bottom of the recorder) .
Usually, set it to HIGH. When
recording loud sounds such as a live
concert, set it to LOW.
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2 Insert a recordable MD and start
recording.
Press and slide REC to the right.
“REC” lights up and recording starts.
For other operations, see “Recording
an MD right away! ” (page 6).
Note
To record from a microphone, you must first
disconnect any digital source. If connected,
the recorder will not switch to microphone
input.
Recording in monaural
for double the normal
recording time
Adjusting the recording
level manually
(Manual recording)
For longer recordings, choose to record in
monaural. The recording time becomes
double the normal.
MODE
P
REC
1 While pressing P, press and slide
REC to the right.
The recorder stands by for recording.
2 Press MODE.
”Mono REC” appears in the display,
and the recorder switches to
monaural recording.
Press MODE again to record in
stereo.
3 Press P again to start recording.
4 Play the sound source.
To stop recording, press p.
The recorder switches back to stereo
recording when you record the next time.
When you record with an analog input,
the sound level is adjusted automatically.
If necessary, you can set the level
manually.
+
=
RECP
1 While holding down P, press and
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 standby
mode, press and hold REC to the
right again for more than 2 seconds.
Notes
•If you record a stereo source in monaural,
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 can be
played back only with an MD player/
recorder that has the monaural playing
function.
2 Play the source.
continued
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3 While observing the level meter in
the display, adjust the recording level
by pressing + (+) or = (–).
Set the level so that it hits the seventh
indicator from the bottom at
maximum input level.
.
Level meter
Volume decreases increases
Note
Adjust the recording level while the
recorder is in standby mode. You
cannot adjust it while recording.
4 Press P again to start recording.
To stop recording, press p.
The recording level control is switched back
to automatic control.
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When you record with microphone input,
select the sensitivity with MIC SENS (page
12).
Checking the remaining
time or the recording
position
On the recorder
REC
DISPLAY
indicator
1 Press DISPLAY while recording or in
stop mode. Each time you press the
button, the display changes as
follows.
Position pointer (shows the
current location on the MD)
A
B
While recording
A
Elapsed time
Remaining time for
recording
Current time
1)
Appears only when the clock is set.
1)
B
Track number
Track number
Current date
1)
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In stop mode
A
Elapsed time
Remaining time for
recording
Remaining time
B
Track number
Track name
Disc name
1)
1)
after the current
location
Current time
1)
Appears only if the track has been labeled.
2)
Appears only when the clock is set.
2)
Current date
2)
On the remote control
DISPLAY
1 Press DISPLAY while recording or in
stop mode. Each time you press the
button, the display changes as
follows.
In stop mode
A
Track number
Track number
Number of tracks
in the disc
—
1)
Appears only if the track has been labeled.
2)
Appears only when the clock is set.
B
Elapsed time
Track name
Disc name
1)
Current time
1)
2)
To know the recording condition
The REC indicator lights up or flashes
according to the recording condition.
Recording
condition
While recording
REC indicator
lights up
flashes according to
the loudness of the
source while
recording with a
microphone (voice
mirror)
Recording standby
Less than 3
flashes
flashes slowly
minutes’ recording
time available
A track mark has
been added
goes off
momentarily
BA
While recording
A
Track number
Track number
B
Elapsed time
Remaining time
for recording
—
1)
Appears only when the clock is set.
Current time
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If you want to check the playing position or
track name while playing, see page 19.
1)
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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.
=
+
(
CLOCK SET
(at the bottom)
1 Connect the power source.
Use the supplied AC power adaptor.
4 Press ( to enter the year.
The digit of the month flashes.
5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to enter the
current month, date, hour, and
minute.
When you press ( to enter 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
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.
2 Press CLOCK SET at the bottom of
the recorder.
Use a pointed object.
The digits of the year flash.
DATE
AM
3 Change the current year by pressing
= or +.
To change the digits rapidly, keep
pressing = or +.
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Charging the built-in battery for the
clock
When you use the recorder for the first time
or after a long period of disuse, charge the
built-in battery. After setting the clock, leave
the recorder connected to the AC power for
about 2 hours to charge the built-in battery.
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.
zVarious ways of
playback
Selecting the track
number or track name
directly
You can select the desired track directly
by using the vertical jog dial.
Vertical jog dial
1 Rotate the jog dial to select a track,
and press it to play the selected track.
Rotate
to select.
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 not been labeled, only
the track number appears in the
display.
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If you select a track in shuffle play mode,
shuffle play starts from the selected track.
Press
to play.
Playing tracks
repeatedly
You can play tracks repeatedly in three
ways — all repeat, single repeat, and
shuffle repeat.
MODE
PLAY
MODE
1 Press MODE (PLAY MODE on the
remote control) while the recorder is
playing an MD.
Each time you press the button, the
play mode indication changes as
follows.
Ex; Display on the main unit
1 SHUF
Play mode indication
Indication
none
(normal play)
“f”
(all repeat)
“f 1”
(single repeat)
“f
SHUF
(shuffle repeat)
Play mode
All the tracks are
played once.
All the tracks are
played repeatedly.
A single track is
played repeatedly.
”
All the tracks are
played repeatedly in
random order.
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Emphasizing bass
(DIGITAL MEGA BASS)
Protecting your hearing
(AVLS)
Mega Bass function intensifies low
frequency sound for richer quality audio
reproduction. It affects only the sound
from the headphones.
DIGITAL MEGA BASS
1 Press DIGITAL MEGA BASS.
Each time you press DIGITAL MEGA
BASS, the Mega Bass indication
changes as follows.
Mega Bass indication
BASS
Indication
none
“BASS ”
“BASS ”
Notes
•If the sound becomes distorted when
emphasizing bass, turn down the volume.
•Mega Bass function does not affect the
sound being recorded.
•Mega Bass does not function when a line
cable is connected to the LINE OUT jack on
the recorder.
Play mode
Normal play
Mega Bass
(moderate effect)
Mega Bass (strong
effect)
The AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter
System) function keeps down the
maximum volume to protect your ears.
AVLS
1 Set AVLS at the bottom of the
recorder to LIMIT.
When you try to turn the volume too
high, “AVLS” appears in the display.
The volume is kept to a moderate
level.
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Checking the remaining
time or the playing
position
On the recorder
DISPLAY
On the remote control
DISPLAY
1 Press DISPLAY while playing.
Each time you press DISPLAY, the
display changes as follows.
1 Press DISPLAY while playing.
Each time you press DISPLAY, the
display changes as follows.
Position pointer (shows the
current location on the MD)
A
B
2)
B
Track number
Track name
Disc name
1)
1)
Recorded date
A
Elapsed time
Remaining time of
the current track
Remaining time
after the current
location
Recorded time
1)
Appears only if the track has been labeled.
2)
Appears only when the clock is set.
A
A
Track number
Track number
The number of
tracks in the disc
1)
Appears only if the track has been labeled.
2)
Appears only when the clock is set.
B
B
Elapsed time
Track name
Disc name
—
Recorded time
1)
1)
2)
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If you want to check the remaining time or
the recording position while recording or in
stop mode, see page 14.
2)
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Locking the controls
(HOLD)
Connecting to a stereo
system
To prevent the buttons from being
accidentally operated when you carry the
recorder, use this function.
HOLD
HOLD
1 Slide HOLD in the direction of the
c.
On the recorder, slide HOLD to lock
the controls of the recorder. On the
remote control, slide HOLD to lock
the controls of the remote control.
Slide HOLD in the opposite direction
of the arrow to unlock the controls.
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
recorder
Stereo
mini-plug
RK-G136
(not
supplied)
to LINE OUT
Note
The Mega Bass does not function or will be
cancelled when the LINE OUT jack is
connected with a line cable.
Stereo
system, etc.
to LINE IN
R
(red)
2 phono plugs
L (white)
RK-G129
(not
supplied)
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zEditing 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.
*TOC = Table of Contents
Erasing tracks
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.
p
To erase a track
Note that once a recording has been
erased, you cannot retrieve it. Make sure
of the track you are erasing.
p
ERASE
1 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.
2 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.
ERASE
REC
1 In stop mode, keep pressing ERASE
and press and slide REC to the right.
"All Erase?" and "Push Erase" appear
in the display alternately. To cancel
erasing, press p.
2 Press ERASE again.
”Toc Edit” flashes in the display.
When erasing finishes, “BLANK
DISC” appears.
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Adding a track mark
Erasing a track mark
You can add track marks so that the part
after the new track mark is counted as a
new track.
The track numbers will increase as
follows.
1234
12345
4
Track marking
.
Track numbers increase
T MARK
1 While playing or pausing an MD,
press T 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 T MARK on the recorder or TRACK
MARK on the remote control.
Note
TRACK MARK on the remote control does
not function during playback.
When you record with analog (line) input,
unnecessary track marks may be recorded
where recording level is low. You can
erase a track mark to combine the tracks
before and after the track mark. The track
numbers will change as follows.
1234
.
123
Track numbers decrease
4
Erase a track mark
P
=
T MARK
1 While playing the track with the track
mark you want to erase, press P to
pause.
2 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.
3 Press T MARK to erase the mark.
“MARK OFF” appears in the display.
The track mark is erased and the two
tracks are combined.
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When you erase a track mark, the date, time,
and name assigned to the mark are also
erased.
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Moving recorded tracks
Labeling recordings
You can change the order of the recorded
tracks.
Before moving
Track A Track B Track C Track D
1234
Move track C
After
moving
Track A Track C Track B Track D
$
1234
TITLE/ENTER
from the third to
the second track.
(
p
Vertical jog dial
1 While playing the track you want to
move, keep pressing ( and press
TITLE/ENTER.
The recorder plays the selected track
repeatedly.
For the example above,
“MV003n003” appears in the
display.
2 Rotate the vertical jog dial to select
the new track position.
For the example above, rotate the jog
dial until “MV003n002” appears in
the display.
To cancel moving, press p.
3 Press TITLE/ENTER again.
Moving is completed and the
recorder plays the moved track.
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You can also move the track by pressing the
jog dial in step 3.
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.
(
TITLE/ENTER
Vertical jog dial
=/+
p
ERASE
END SEARCH
VOLUME +/–
1 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.
2 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.
3 Use the vertical jog dial to select and
enter a character.
Rotate
to select.
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.
Press
to enter.
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Press
(
=/+
END SEARCH
ERASE
p
To
Switch between capital
letters, small letters, and
marks/numbers.
Move the cursor to the
left or right.
Insert a space.
Delete a character.
Cancel labeling.
4 Repeat step 3 until you have entered
all the characters for the label.
5 Press TITLE/ENTER.
Labeling is completed.
To cancel labeling, press p.
Available characters
• Capital and small letters of the English
alphabet
• Numbers 0 to 9
• ! " # $ % & ( ) * + – . ; < = > ?
@ _ ` ' , / : _ (space)
To relabel recordings
Follow 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, but cannot
label using, Japanese “Katakana”
characters.
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zPower sourceszPower sources
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 a lithium ion
rechargeable battery
Before using the supplied LIP-8 lithium
ion rechargeable battery for the first time,
charge it in the recorder.
1 Connect the supplied AC power
adaptor.
to wall outlet
AC power adaptor
(supplied)
to DC IN 6V
2 Insert the LIP-8 into the recorder and
close the lid.
Battery indication appears in the
display and charging starts.
When charging is completed, battery
indication disappears.
Charging time
80% Approx. 2 hours
100% Approx. 3 hours
(To charge a completely discharged battery)
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You can use the recorder while charging.
Notes
•Be sure to use the supplied AC power
adaptor.
•Charging time may vary depending on the
battery condition.
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Using dry batteries
1 Attach the supplied battery case.
2 Insert two LR6 (size AA) dry batteries
(not supplied).
Battery life
Batteries
LIP-8 lithium
ion
1)
Recording
Approx.
4 hours
2)
Playback
Approx.
7 hours
rechargeable
battery
Two LR6
(size AA)
-----
3)
Approx.
12 hours
Sony alkaline
dry batteries
LIP-8
+ Two LR6
-----
3)
Approx.
22 hours
(size AA)
1)
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, b flashing or “LOW
BATT” appears in the display. Replace
the dry batteries or charge the
rechargeable battery.
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Additional information
Precautions
On safety
Do not put any foreign objects in the DC
IN 6 V jack.
On power sources
• 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-8 or
CPA-9 car connecting pack and the
DCC-E260 car battery cord (not
supplied).
On heat build-up
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.
On installation
• 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.
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.
Caring for others
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.
On cleaning
• 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 or ejecting an MD.
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Notes on batteries
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.
Note on mechanical noise
The recorder gives off mechanical noise
while operating, which is caused by the
power-saving system of the recorder and
it is not a problem.
To protect a recorded MD
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.
Note on digital recording
This recorder uses the Serial Copy
Management System, which allows only
first-generation digital copies to be made
from premastered software. You can only
make copies from a home-recorded MD
by using the analog (line out) connections.
CD player, MD
player, etc.
Digital recording
Homerecorded
MD
If you have any questions or problems
concerning your recorder, please consult
your nearest Sony dealer.
No
digital
recording
Recordable
MD
Back of the MD
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Tab
Record-protect
Troubleshooting
Should any problem persist after you have made these checks, consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
Symptom
The recorder does not work
or works poorly.
No sound comes through
the headphones.
Cause/Solution
•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 25, 26).
•The rechargeable battery or dry batteries have been
installed incorrectly.
b
Install the batteries correctly (page 26).
•You pressed a button while the disc indication was
rotating quickly.
b
Wait until the indication rotates slowly.
•The recording volume is too low.
•When recording digitally from a portable CD player,
you did not use AC power or did not disable the
anti-skip function such as ESP (page 11).
•The analog recording was made using a connecting
cord with an attenuator.
b
Use a connecting cord without an attenuator
(page 6).
•The AC power 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.
•The headphones plug is not firmly connected.
b
Plug in the plug of the headphones firmly to the
remote control. Plug in the plug of the remote
control 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 NORM (page 18).
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Symptom
An MD is not played from
the first track.
Playback sound skips.
Sound has a lot of static.
Cannot find the track
marks.
Charging the rechargeable
battery does not start.
The clock loses time or the
display flashes.
The recording date was not
stamped onto the disc.
The lid does not open.
Cause/Solution
•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.
•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.
•Strong magnetism from a television or such device is
interfering with operation.
b
Move the recorder away from the source of strong
magnetism.
•You pressed P after pressing = or +.
b
Press P before pressing = or +.
•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 built-in battery for the 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
(page 16). Note that the clock normally loses
about 2 minutes per month.
•The power sources have been disconnected during
playback, or the batteries have been exhausted.
b
Set the power sources again, or replace the
exhausted batteries with new ones.
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