Sony MZ-S1 User Manual
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Portable MiniDisc Recorder MZ-S1
3-239-099-12(1)
Portable
MiniDisc Recorder
Operating Instructions________________________
Mode d’emploi______________________________
Manual de instrucciones_______________________
WALKMAN is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
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MZ-S1
© 2002 Sony Corporation
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do
not expose the unit to rain or
moisture.
Do not install the appliance in a
confined space, such as a bookcase or
built-in cabinet.
To prevent fire, do not cover the
ventilation of the apparatus with news
papers, table cloths, curtains, etc. And
don’t place lighted candles on the
apparatus.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not
place objects filled with liquids, such as
vases, on the apparatus.
Certain countries may regulate disposal of
the battery used to power this product.
Please consult with your local authority.
Caution
The use of optical instruments with this
product will increase eye hazard.
CAUTION — INVISIBLE LASER
RADIATION WHEN OPEN
AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM
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upon your Sony dealer regarding this
product.
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Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: MZ-S1
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics
Inc.
Address: 680 Kinderkamack Road,
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Telephone No.: 201-930-6972
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.
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.
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in
this manual could void your authority to
operate this equipment.
SONY MZ-S1
Tested To Comply
With FCC Standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
The CE mark is valid only for
products marketed in the
European Union.
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Sony Corporation.
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Dolby Laboratories.
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Program © 2000 Sony Corporation
Documentation © 2002 Sony Corporation
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This operating instructions explains
how to operate the portable MiniDisc
recorder itself. For details on how to
use the supplied software (OpenMG
Jukebox), refer to the OpenMG
Jukebox Operating Instructions.
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Table of contents
Overview .........................................................10
Checking the supplied accessories ........................................................11
Looking at the controls ..................................12
Getting started! ..............................................15
Recording an MD right away!
(Synchro-recording) ........................................17
Transferring songs from the computer to the
MiniDisc (Check-out) ......................................22
Playing an MD right away! ..............................24
Various ways of recording .............................. 26
Note on digital and analog recording (Digital input and analog input) 26
Recording in analog (Analog Recording) .............................................27
Long-time recording (MDLP) ..............................................................28
When you do not want “LP:” added automatically at the
beginning of a track .........................................................28
Recording tracks using the group function (Group Mode Recording) .29
To activate group mode (Group Mode Recording) ........................30
Recording a track into a new group ................................................30
Recording a track into an existing group ........................................31
Recording without overwriting existing material .................................31
Adding track marks automatically (Auto Time Stamp) ........................32
Adjusting the recording level manually (Manual Recording) ..............33
Checking the remaining recordable time ..............................................34
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Various ways of playback .............................. 35
Using the group function (Group Mode) ............................................. 35
Listening to tracks in a specific group (Group Mode Playback) ... 35
Selecting and playing groups (Group Skip Mode) ........................ 35
Changing play modes ........................................................................... 36
Emphasizing bass (DIGITAL MEGA BASS) ..................................... 37
Checking the remaining time or the playing position .......................... 38
Editing recorded tracks .................................. 39
Labeling/relabeling recordings ............................................................ 39
Labeling recordings ....................................................................... 40
Relabeling recordings .................................................................... 41
Registering tracks or groups as a new group (Group Setting) ............. 41
To release a group setting .................................................................... 42
Moving recorded tracks ....................................................................... 43
Moving a track to a different group ..................................................... 44
Changing the order of a group on a disc (Group Move) ...................... 44
Adding a track mark ............................................................................. 45
Erasing a track mark ............................................................................ 45
Erasing tracks ....................................................................................... 46
To erase a track .............................................................................. 46
To erase the whole disc .................................................................. 46
To erase a group ............................................................................. 47
Other Operations ............................................ 48
Protecting your hearing (AVLS) .......................................................... 48
Turning off the beep sound .................................................................. 48
Locking the controls (HOLD) .............................................................. 49
Power sources ................................................ 50
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Additional information ....................................51
Precautions ............................................................................................51
System limitations .................................................................................54
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................56
List of menus ........................................................................................59
Messages ...............................................................................................64
Specifications ........................................................................................66
Explanations ..........................................................................................67
Index .....................................................................................................68
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Overview
What you can do with your MD Walkman
You can easily transfer digital audio files from your computer to the MiniDisc using this
product, and carry it anywhere to enjoy.
MP3, WAV and
Windows Media
Format files
1 Store digital
EMD**
Services
Audio
CDs
audio files on
your computer*.
2 Transfer the
files to the
MiniDisc
Walkman.
USB cable connection
3 Listen to your
* “OpenMG”, a copyright technology that conforms to the SDMI (Secure Digital Music Initiative)
specifications, allows you to record or play digital music while protecting the copyright
privileges of its holders.
**EMD is available only in certain areas of the world.
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• The recorded music is limited to private use only. Use of the music beyond this limit
requires permission of the copyright holders.
• Sony is not responsible for music files that are not saved on your computer due to
unsuccessful recording from CD or music downloading.
Notes on use
The recording may not be completed properly or the recorded data may be lost if:
— you take the disc out of the recorder, disconnect the AC power adaptor from the
recorder, or unplug the USB cable during reading or writing of data.
— the disc you used was subjected to static electricity or electrical noise.
Checking the supplied accessories
Supplied accessories
AC power adaptor (1)
Headphones/earphones (1)
USB cable (1)
CD-ROM (1)*
Hand strap (1)
Optical cable (European model only) (1)
Blank Minidisc (US and canadian models only) (1)
∗ Do not play a CD-ROM on an audio CD player.
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Looking at the controls
Front of the recorder
1
2
3
5
6
7
4
A Display window
B GROUP/CANCEL button
C MENU/ENTER button
D DC IN 3V jack
E Buckle
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q;
8
9
F T MARK/REC button
G END SEARCH button
H USB connecting jack
I LINE IN (OPTICAL) jack
J i (headphones/earphones) jack
Rear of the recorder
1
2
4
5
3
A Hand strap attachment point
B HOLD switch
C X (pause) button
D Buckle
E Battery compartment lid
F OPEN switch
7
G 5 way thumb control key
or
Push the key in any of the four
directions or press down the x button
for various operations.
N* (play)
./> (search/AMS)
x (stop)
VOL +*/–
*There is a tactile dot above N and to
the right of VOL +.
6
Using the hand strap
While jogging, use the supplied hand strap.
Put your hand between the recorder and the strap, and then hold the recorder as the
illustrations below:
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The display window of the recorder
AB CDE F G
LP2.4
JIMLKN
A MONO (monaural) indication
B LP mode indication
C Mega bass indication
D Disc indication
Shows that the disc is rotating for
recording, playing or editing an MD.
E Level meter
Shows the volume of the MD being
played or recorded.
F REC REMAIN/REMAIN (remaining
time/tracks) indication
Lights up along with the remaining
time of the track, the remaining time
of the MD, or the remaining number
of tracks.
G SYNC (synchro-recording) indication
H
Digital MEGA BASS
H REC indication
Lights up while recording. When
flashing, the recorder is in record
standby mode.
I Battery indication
Shows approximate battery condition.
J Time display
K Disc name/track name indication
Lights up when labeling a disc or a
track.
L Group indication
Lights up when group mode is on.
M Character information display
Displays the disc and track names,
error messages, track numbers, etc.
N Play mode indication
Shows play mode of the MD.
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Getting started!
1
Battery life
LR6 (SG) alkaline dry battery Normal LP2 LP4
Recording 9 13 16
Playback 40 49 54
Insert an alkaline dry battery.
e
E
Lift up the buckle and the
battery compartment lid to
open.
Using on a house
current
Connect the AC power adaptor.
It is preferable to use the
recorder on house current when
recording for a long time.
Insert an LR6 (SG) alkaline
dry battery minus end first.
To a wall
outlet
AC power
adaptor
To D C IN 3V
Close the lid and the
buckle.
(Unit: Approx. hours)
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2
Connect the headphones/
earphones and unlock the HOLD
control.
1 Pull off the rubber cap that covers the i jack.
2 Connect the headphones/earphones to the i jack.
3 Slide the HOLD switch in the direction shown in the illustration below:
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Connect firmly.
3
HOLD
2
1
to i
Headphones/earphones
Recording an MD right away! (Synchro-recording)
This section explains the basic procedure for making digital
recordings using an optical cable connected to a CD player, Digital
TV or other digital equipment. (For further information, see “System
limitations” (page 54)) During synchro-recording, the recorder starts
and stops recording in sync with the sound source. Track marks are
added wherever they appear in the sound source. It is recommended to
use the AC power adaptor when recording.
To record from an analog source such as a cassette deck or a radio t “Recording in analog
(Analog Recording)” (page 27).
To record using group mode t “Recording tracks using the group function (Group Mode
Recording)” (page 29).
1
Before you open the MD disc lid, open the buckle first.
1 Slide the OPEN switch to the direction
Insert an MD.
(Use a recordable MD for recording)
of the arrow shown in the illustration
below.
2 Insert an MD with the label side facing
front, and press the lid down to close.
Make sure to check the recordprotect tab is closed.
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3 Close the buckle.
2
Make connections.
firmly and completely into the appropriate jacks)
CD player, MD
to a wall
outlet
player, DVD
video player, etc.
AC power adaptor
∗ See “Optional accessories” (page 66)
(Insert the cables
Portable CD
player, etc.
to a digital (Optical) out jack
Optical plug Optical mini-plug
Optical cable
POC-15B*,
etc.
to LINE IN (OPTICAL)
to DC IN 3V
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3
Record an MD.
1 While the recorder is stopped, press
Control key
(x/
>)
END
SEARCH
REC
N/./
X
MENU.
Menu items appear in the display.
2 Press . or > repeatedly until
“SYNC-R” flashes in the display, and
then press ENTER.
3 Press . or > repeatedly until
“ON” flashes in the display, and then
press ENTER.
4 Press N while pressing REC.
MENU/ENTER
The recorder pauses and stands by for
recording.
5 Play the source you want to record.
The recorder starts recording
automatically when it receives the
playing sound.
To stop recording, press x.
After you press x to stop, the recorder will automatically turn off in about 10 seconds (when using the
dry battery) or about 3 minutes (when using the AC power adaptor).
To cancel synchro-recording
Press . or > repeatedly until “OFF” flashes in the display in step 3, and then press ENTER.
Note
If you record on a previously recorded disc, the recorder is factory set to overwrite the
entire contents of the disc. If you want the recording to start after the existing contents,
do the procedure “Recording without overwriting existing material” (page 31) before
doing step 3, (“Record an MD.”, page 19).
To Pr ess
Record from the end of the
current contents
Record over partway through
the previous recording
Pause X
Remove the MD x, and open the lid.
1)
1)
If “R-Posi” (the record-starting position setting) is set to
“FrHere”, press END SEARCH, and then press N
while pressing REC.
If “R-Posi” is set to “Fr End”, press N while pressing
REC.
N, ., or > to find the start point of recording and
press x to stop. Then press N while pressing REC.
2)
.
Press X again to resume recording.
“Edit” is flashing in the display.)
1)
3)
(The lid does not open while
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1)
If “R-Posi” is set to “Fr End”, recording operations will always start from the end of the previously
recorded material without pressing END SEARCH button (page 31).
2)
A track mark is added at the point where you press X again to resume recording while pausing; thus
the remainder of the track will be counted as a new track.
3)
If you open the lid while “R-Posi” is set to “FrHere”, recording will begin from the top of the disc the
next time you record. Check the point to start recording on the display.
If the recording does not start
• Make sure the recorder is not locked (page 16, 49).
• Make sure the MD is not record-protected (page 52).
• Premastered MDs cannot be recorded over.
About the DSP TYPE-R for ATRAC
“TYPE-R” is a high-level Sony specification
used in the Digital Signal Processor (DSP),
which is the heart of the MiniDisc sound. This
technology gives the MiniDisc recorder twice
the signal processing capability as previous
MiniDisc Walkman models, producing a sound
quality close to that of MiniDisc decks. This
unit supports the “TYPE-R” function only
during recording or playback in normal stereo
(or monaural) mode. It does not support this
function in MDLP mode, or during the
checking out of audio data from the computer
in normal stereo (or monaural) mode using
OpenMG Jukebox.
Notes
• The pause function cannot be turned on or off
manually during synchro-recording. Press x
to stop recording.
• Do not change SYNC-R setting while
recording. Recording may not be done
properly.
• Even when there is no recorded sound on the
sound source, there may be cases when
recording does not pause automatically during
synchro-recording due to the noise level
emitted from the sound source.
• If a silent portion is encountered for
approximately 2 seconds during synchrorecording from a sound source other than a
CD or an MD, a new track mark is
automatically added at the point where the
silent portion ends.
• You cannot change the recording mode during
recording.
• “Saving” or “Edit” flashes while data of the
recording (the track’s start and end points,
etc.) is being recorded. Do not move the
• The lid does not open until “Edit” disappears
in the display.
• If the power supply is disrupted (i.e. the
battery is removed or becomes exhausted or
the AC power adaptor is disconnected) during
a recording or editing operation, or while
“Edit” appears in the display, then it will not
be possible to open the lid until power is
restored.
• You can make a digital recording only from an
optical type output.
• When recording from a portable CD player,
set the CD player to pause, and then do the
recording procedure on the recorder.
• Note the following when recording from a
portable CD player:
—Some portable CD players may not be
capable of digital out when the AC power
adaptor is disconnected. If this is the case,
connect the AC power adaptor to the
portable CD player and use it on AC power
as the power source.
—On some portable CD players, optical
output may not be possible when using an
anti-skip function (e.g., ESP* or GPROTECTION). If this is the case, turn off
the anti-skip function.
∗ Electronic Shock Protection
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• 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.
recorder or disconnect the power source while
the indication is flashing in the display.
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• For longer recording, follow step 1 of “Long-
time recording (MDLP)” (page 28) to select
the recording mode, and then start the
procedure of synchro-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.
• The recording level is adjusted automatically.
To adjust the level manually, see “Adjusting
the recording level manually (Manual
Recording)” (page 33).
• You can monitor the sound during recording.
Connect the headphones/earphones to i and
adjust the volume by pressing VOL +/–. This
does not affect the recording level.
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Transferring songs from the computer to the MiniDisc (Check-out)
1
Install the supplied OpenMG Jukebox
software onto your computer.
For details, refer to the OpenMG Jukebox Operating Instructions.
Note
When you connect the recorder to your computer for the first time, make sure to install the
“OpenMG Jukebox software” and “Net MD driver” from the supplied CD-ROM. If OpenMG
Jukebox has already been installed, you should install the driver for the Net MD before
connecting the recorder to your computer. If you connect the recorder to the computer without
first installing the Net MD driver, the recorder will not operate properly.
2
AC power
adaptor
Notes
• Make sure to connect the AC power adaptor to the recorder and the AC power adaptor to a wall outlet.
• This recorder supports USB 2.0 Full speed (previously USB 1.1).
• Use of this recorder with a USB hub or a USB extension cable is not guaranteed. Make sure to use the
USB cable for connection.
• Connect only one MD recorder to your computer. If more than one recorder is connected, normal
operation is not guaranteed.
Make connections.
For details, refer to the OpenMG Jukebox Operating Instructions.
To the wall outlet
To the USB connecting Jack
of the recorder.
USB cable
1 Insert a disc into the recorder.
2 Insert a fresh alkaline battery into the recorder.
3 Connect the AC power adaptor to the recorder.
4 Open the rubber cap of the USB connecting jack ( ), and then connect the recorder
to your computer with the supplied USB cable.
To the USB connecting
jack of your computer.
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3
Record audio data to the OpenMG
Jukebox.
For details, refer to the OpenMG Jukebox Operating Instructions.
The display window on the recorder appears as shown below when the recorder is
connected to your computer.
PC MD
4
Transfer the music file to the
recorder (Check-out).
For details, refer to the OpenMG Jukebox Operating Instructions.
Notes
• Only the VOL +/– buttons on the recorder can be used when the recorder is connected to
your computer.
• Make sure not to touch the recorder or disconnect the AC power adaptor and the USB cable
while checking out, as this may cause the data recorded up to that point to be lost.
• While the recorder is connected to your computer, the lid will not open during editing
operations.
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Playing an MD right away!
1
Before you open the MD disc lid, open the buckle first.
1 Slide the OPEN switch to the direction
3 Close the buckle.
Insert an MD.
of the arrow shown in the illustration
below.
2 Insert an MD with the label side facing
front, and press the lid down to close.
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2
Play an MD.
Control key
(VOL +/–/
N/x)
1 Press N.
A short beep sounds in the headphones/
earphones.
To Press
Find the beginning of the current track or
a previous track
Find the beginning of the next track
Go backwards while playing Press and hold ..
Go forward while playing Press and hold > .
Pause X.
Remove the MD x, and open the lid.
1)
If you press . twice continuously while playing the first track of the disc, the recorder goes to the
beginning of the last track on the disc.
2)
If you press > during the last track of the disc, the recorder goes to the beginning of the first track
on the disc.
3)
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 16,
49).
Suppressing the skips of the sound
(G-PROTECTION)
The G-PROTECTION function was developed
to provide a higher level of shock resistance
than that of existing players.
1)
2)
The volume will be shown in the
display.
To stop play, press x.
A long beep sounds in the headphones/
earphones.
After you press x on the recorder to stop, the
recorder will automatically turn off in about 10
seconds (when using the dry battery) or about 3
minutes (when using the AC power adaptor).
Playback starts from the point you last stopped
playing. To start playback from the beginning
of the first track, press and hold N for 2
seconds or more on the recorder.
..
Press . repeatedly until the beginning of
the desired track.
> once.
Press X again to resume play.
3)
Note
The playback sound may skip if:
• the recorder receives stronger continuous
shock.
• a dirty or scratched MiniDisc is played.
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• The playback mode will switch automatically
(stereo, LP2 stereo, LP4 stereo, or monaural).
• To play only the tracks in a certain group, see
“Using the group function (Group Mode)”
(page 35).
2 Press VOL +/– to adjust the volume.
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Various ways of recording
Note on digital and analog recording (Digital input and analog input)
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 (optical) input or analog
(line) input. To record, see “Recording an MD right away! (Synchro-recording)” (page 17)
to record using digital (optical) input, and “Recording in analog (Analog Recording)”
(page 27) to record using analog (line) input.
Difference between digital (optical) and analog (line) inputs
Difference Digital (optical) input Analog (line) input
Connectable
source
Equipment with a digital (optical)
output jack (CD player, DVD player,
etc.)
Usable cord Optical cable (with an optical or an
optical-mini plug) (page 22)
Signal from
Digital Analog
the source
Track
marks
1)
Marked (copied) automatically
• at the same positions as the source
(when the sound source is a CD or an
MD).
• after more than 2 seconds of blank
(page 67) or low-level segment (with
a sound source other than a CD or an
MD).
• when the recorder is paused (3
seconds of no sound is encountered
while synchro-recording)
Recorded
sound level
Same as the source.
Can also be adjusted manually (Digital
REC level control) (“Adjusting the
recording level manually (Manual
Recording)”, page 33).
1)
You can erase unnecessary marks after recording. (“Erasing a track mark”, page 45).
Note
Track marks may be copied incorrectly:
• when you record from some CD players or multi disc players using digital (optical) input.
• when the source is in shuffle or program play mode while recording using digital (optical) input. In
this case, play the source in normal play mode.
• when programs with audio that is digitally broadcast (e.g., digital TV) are recorded through the digital
(optical) input.
Equipment with an analog (line)
output jack (Casette deck, radio,
record player, etc.)
Line cable (with 2 phono plugs
or a stereo-mini plug) (page 27)
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 (page 67) or low-level
segment.
• when the recorder is paused
while recording.
Adjusted automatically. Can also
be adjusted manually (“Adjusting
the recording level manually
(Manual Recording)”, page 33).
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Recording in analog (Analog Recording)
The sound will be input from the
connected equipment as an analog signal,
but recorded digitally to the disc.
To connect to a sound source, an optional
line cable is required. When connecting
the cable, make sure to insert the
connectors firmly.
CD player,
cassette recorder,
etc.
to LINE OUT jacks, etc
L
(white)
R (red)
Line cable*
1 Press N while pressing REC.
REC indication lights up in the
display and recording starts.
2 Play the source you want to record.
For other recording operations, see
“Recording an MD right away!
(Synchro-recording)” (page 17).
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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.
Notes
• If you temporarily stop a recording operation
by pressing X, a track mark will be added at
that point when you press X again to resume
recording. The recording continues from a
new track.
• When the jacks (DC IN 3V, USB connecting
jack, LINE IN (OPTICAL) jack, i jack) are
not in use, cover them with rubber caps.
REC
to LINE IN (OPTICAL)
∗ Use the connecting cords without an
attenuator. To connect to a portable
CD player with a stereo mini-jack,
use the RK-G136 connecting cord.
For more information on connecting
cords, see (“Optional accessories”,
page 66).
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Long-time recording (MDLP)
Select each recording mode according to
the recording time that you want.
Stereo recording is possible at 2 times
(LP2) or 4 times (LP4) the normal
(stereo) recording time. Monaural
recording at 2 times normal recording
time is also possible.
MDs recorded in monaural, LP2, or
LP4 mode can be played back only
on MD players or recorders with
monaural, LP2, or LP4 playback
mode.
Control key
(VOL +/–
./>/N)
MENU/ENTER
REC
1 While the recorder is stopped, press
MENU.
2 Press . or > repeatedly until
“R-MODE” flashes in the display,
and then press ENTER.
3 Press . or > repeatedly to
select the desired recording mode,
and then press ENTER.
Each time you press . or >, the
display changes as follows:
Recording
mode
SP stereo SP Approx. 80
LP2 stereo LP2 Approx. 160
Display Recording
1)
time
min.
min.
3)
Recording
mode
LP4 stereo LP4 Approx. 320
Monaural
1)
For better sound quality, record in normal
stereo (SP
2)
If you record a stereo source in monaural, the
sound from left and right will be mixed.
3)
When using an 80-minute recordable MD
Display Recording
1)
2)
MONO Approx. 160
) or LP2 stereo mode.
time
min.
min.
3)
4 Press N while pressing REC.
5 Play the sound source.
To stop recording, press x.
The recorder remains at the previous
setting of the recording mode when you
record the next time.
When you do not want “LP:” added automatically at the beginning of a track
When “LP:” is added to the beginning of a
track, “LP:” is displayed whenever an
attempt is made to play or edit the disc on
a unit that does not support MDLP mode.
This display lets you know that playback
or editing of the track is not possible on
the machine being used. The recorder is
factory set to add “LP:” at the start of
each track.
1 While the recorder is stopped, press
MENU.
2 Press . or > repeatedly until
“OPTION” flashes in the display, and
then press ENTER.
3 Press . or > repeatedly until
“LPStmp” flashes in the display, and
then press ENTER.
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4 Press . or > repeatedly until
“OFF” flashes in the display, and then
press ENTER.
If you want “LP:” added, select “ON”
in this step, and then press ENTER.
Note
“LP:” is added to tracks checked-out in LP
stereo from your computer regardless of the
“LP Stamp” setting. If you want to delete
“LP:”, do the procedure “Relabeling
recordings” (page 41)
z
• Audio components that support the LP2 stereo
or LP4 stereo modes are indicated by the
or logo marks.
• If you set the recorder so that “LP:” is not
added at the beginning of the track, you will
be able to enter longer track names by using
the full length of the text string “Relabeling
recordings” (page 41).
• You can achieve high sound quality and rich
tones when recording in SP stereo (or
monaural) thanks to the newly developed DSP
TYPE-R for ATRAC (Adaptive TRansform
Acoustic Coding) (page 20).
Notes
• It is recommended that you use the AC power
adaptor for long recordings.
• During monaural recording of a stereo sound
source connected through the digital (optical)
input jack, you can still monitor the recorded
sound in stereo by using headphones or
earphones connected to the i jack.
• Sound recorded through digital (optical) input
can be monitored in stereo through
headphones/earphones, etc.
• When you record in LP4 mode, momentary
noise may be produced on very rare occasions
with certain sound sources. This is because of
the special digital audio compression
technology that enables a recording time of 4
times longer than normal. If noise is produced,
it is recommended that you record in normal
stereo or LP2 mode to obtain better sound
quality.
Recording tracks using the group function (Group Mode Recording)
What is the group function
(Group Mode)?
It is a function that allows you to separate
tracks on a disc into different groups for
playback, recording and editing.
When group mode is OFF.
Disc
Track number
123456789
When group mode is ON.
Disc
Group 1 Group 2
Tra ck
number
123
Tra ck
number
12
It is convenient for managing multiple CD
albums recorded in MDLP (LP2 stereo/
LP4 stereo) mode onto a single MD. You
can create a maximum of 99 groups on a
disc.
Group 3
Tra ck
number
1234
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How is group information
recorded?
When recording in group mode, the group
information is written to the disc name
recording area.
This information consists of text strings
that are written as shown in the following
example.
Disc name recording area
Example
123
1 Disc name: “Favorites”
2 Group name for tracks 1 to 5: “Rock”
3 Group name for tracks 6 to 9: “Pops”
Therefore, the above character string is
displayed in its entirety as the disc name
if you load an MD recorded in group
mode into a system that does not support
group mode, or if you try to edit the
contents of a disc on this recorder with
group mode turned off.
It is possible to change the
character string by doing
“Relabeling recordings” procedure
in the “Labeling/relabeling
recordings” (page 39). Note that if
you rewrite this character string by
mistake, you may be unable to use
the group function of that MD.
Notes
• The group function setting is stored even if
you eject the MD or turn off the recorder.
• In group mode, the recorder treats all tracks
without group settings as belonging to the last
group on the disc. The last group is indicated
in the display window on the recorder as
“GP --”. Within a group, the tracks appear in
their order on the disc, not their order within
the group.
END SEARCH
Control key
(./>/N)
GROUP
REC
To activate group mode (Group Mode Recording)
To record tracks in group mode, you must
first turn group mode on before the start
of recording.
1 Press GROUP for 2 seconds or more.
“” and “GP ON” light up and
group mode turns on.
To cancel group mode, press GROUP
for 2 seconds or more again.
Recording a track into a new group
• Turn group mode on.
1 Press END SEARCH while the
recorder is stopped.
2 Press N while pressing REC.
3 Play the source sound.
To stop recording
Press x. The material that was recorded
up until x was pressed is entered as a new
group.
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