To lo ck t h e co n t ro ls D
On t h e Min iDisc ca rt rid g e
zVa rio u s w a ys o f
p la yb a ck
zPo w e r so u rce s
zAd d it io n a l in fo rm a t io n
To
Press (Beeps in the
headphones)
3-864-524-21(1)
To prevent the buttons from being
accidentally operated when you carry the
player, use this function.
•
•
Do not break open the shutter.
Do not place the cartridge where it will be
subjected to light, temperature, moisture or
dust.
Tro u b le sh o o t in g
Sp e cifica t io n s
You can use the player on a dry battery,
house current, or a Ni-MH rechargeable
battery.
Playing an MD right
Pre ca u t io n s
Should any problem persist after you have
made these checks, consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
Syst e m
Audio playing system
Pause
P on the remote
control (Continuous
short beeps)
Pla yin g t ra cks re p e a t e d ly
B
MiniDisc digital audio system
Laser diode properties
Material: GaAlAs
Wavelength: λ = 790 nm
Emission duration: continuous
Laser output: less than 44.6 µW*
* This output is the value measured at a distance
of 200 mm from the objective lens surface on
the optical pick-up block with 7 mm aperture.
Revolutions
400 rpm to 900 rpm (CLV)
Error correction
Advanced Cross Interleave Reed Solomon Code
(ACIRC)
Sampling frequency
44.1 kHz
On sa fe t y
HOLD
away!
A
On cle a n in g
•
Do not put any foreign objects in the DC IN
1.5 V jack.
Press P again to
resume play.
Usin g o n a d ry b a t t e ry H
•
Clean the player 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.
The player does not w ork or w orks
poorly.
• You tried to play with no disc in the
player (“No DISC” flashes).
Porta b le MiniDisc Player
You can play tracks repeatedly in three ways
— all repeat, single repeat, and shuffle repeat.
Before using the supplied rechargeable battery for the first time,
charge it. Other choices are dry batteries and house current (see
“Power sources”). The player automatically switches to play the stereo
or monaural sound according to the recorded sound.
1
Insert one size AA (LR6) alkaline battery
(not supplied) into the supplied battery
case, and close the lid.
On p o w e r so u rce s
=or turn the
Find the
•
For use in your house: Use the AC power
adaptor AC-E15L (not supplied). Do not
use any other AC power adaptor since it
may cause the player to malfunction.
control to = on the
remote control once
(Three short beeps)
Operating instructions
Mode d’emploi (au dos)
PLAY MODE
beginning of
the current
track
b
Insert an MD.
• The controls are locked.
Close the lid securely by aligning the
markings on the main unit and the lid.
•
•
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.
b
Slide HOLD against the arrow to
unlock the controls.
(• + or turn the
control to (• +
on the remote control
once (Two short
beeps)
Find the
beginning of
the next track
• Moisture has condensed inside the
player.
HOLD
Markings
1
Charge the rechargeable battery.
b
Take the MD out and leave the
player in a warm place for several
hours until the moisture evaporates.
Install the supplied rechargeable battery NH-9WM(N) to the
supplied battery charger with correct polarity, and connect to a
wall outlet.
Polarity of the plug
Press PLAY MODE on the remote control
while the player is playing an MD.
Each time you press PLAY MODE, the play
mode indication changes as follows.
keep pressing
= or keep the
control turned to
=on the remote
control
Go backwards
while playing1)
On d ry b a t t e rie s a n d t h e b a t t e ry
ca rryin g ca se
Incorrect battery usage may lead to leakage of
battery fluid or bursting batteries. To prevent
such accidents, observe the following
precautions:
• The rechargeable battery or dry battery
Coding
•
•
The player is not disconnected from the AC
power source (mains) as long as it is
connected to the wall outlet, even if the
player itself has been turned off.
If you are not going to use this player for a
long time, be sure to disconnect the power
supply (AC power adaptor, dry battery,
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.
∫
∫
is weak (n“LoBATT” flashes).
Adaptive TRansform Acoustic Coding (ATRAC)
Modulation system
EFM (Eight to Fourteen Modulation)
Number of channels
2 stereo channels
1 monaural channel
Frequency response
20 to 20,000 Hz ± 3 dB
Wow and Flutter
Below measurable limit
Outputs
MZ-E44/E45
Slide the HOLD switch on the main unit in
the direction of the c to lock the controls of
the unit.
Slide the HOLD switch on the remote control
in the direction of the c to lock the controls
of the remote control.
b
Replace the dry battery or recharge
the battery.
Sony Corporation ©1998 Printed in Japan
• The rechargeable battery or dry battery
has been installed incorrectly.
2
Attach the battery case to the player.
Tourist model and model for
other countries
Model for USA, Canada, continental
Europe, U.K., Australia and Hong Kong
Go forward
keep pressing
b
Install the battery correctly.
•
Install batteries with the + and – poles
aligned correctly.
while playing1)
(• + or keep the
control turned to
(• + on the
remote control
Play mode indication
• An MD with no recording on it is
inserted (“BLANK” flashes).
•
•
Do not try to recharge dry batteries.
When the player 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.
Fo r Cu st o m e rs in Ca n a d a
lamp
To e m p h a size b a ss (DIGITAL MEGA
BASS) E
The DIGITAL MEGA BASS function
intensifies low frequency sound for richer
quality audio reproduction.
b
Insert a recorded MD.
WARNING
(none) (normal play)
All the tracks are played once.
Z
To prevent electric shock, do not use this
polarized AC plug with an extension cord,
receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can
be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.
lamp
• The player cannot read the disc (it’s
scratched or dirty) (“ERROR” flashes
on the remote control).
To p re ve n t fire o r sh o ck
h a za rd , d o n o t e xp o se
t h e u n it t o ra in o r
m o ist u re .
•
Be sure to remove the rechargeable battery
when using the AC power adaptor (AC-
E15L). Failure to do so may deteriorate the
performance of the rechargeable battery.
•
Remove the
MD
p and then slide
OPEN to open the
lid.2)
.
NH-9WM(N)
(supplied)
Headphones: stereo mini-jack, maximum output
level 5 mW + 5 mW, load impedance 16 ohm
”f” (all repeat)
All the tracks are played
repeatedly.
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b
Reinsert or replace the disc.
• While operating, the player received a
mechanical shock, too much static,
abnormal power voltage caused by
lightning, etc.
Ge n e ra l
Pow er requirements
Fo r t h e cu st o m e rs in t h e U.S.A.
.
•
Do not carry the dry battery in your pocket
or a bag, etc., with metallic objects such as
key rings. The terminals of the battery or
the battery carrying case may heat up from
a short-circuit and can be dangerous.
The charger lamp goes off
If p la yb a ck d o e s n o t st a rt
Make sure the player is not locked. See
“To lock the controls.”
”f1” (single repeat)
A single track is played
repeatedly.
On re ch a rg e a b le b a t t e rie s
Rechargeable battery (supplied)
Nickel metal hydride rechargeable battery
NH-9WM
One LR6 (size AA) alkaline battery (not supplied)
Sony AC Power Adaptor AC-E15L 1) (not
supplied) connected to the DC IN 1.5 V jack
Battery operation time
See “When to replace or charge the batteries”
Dimensions
Approx. 87 × 17.8 × 91.5 mm (w/ h/ d)
(3 1/ 2 × 23/ 32 × 3 5/ 8 in.) not including projecting
parts and controls
when charging is finished.
DISPOSAL OF NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE
BATTERY.
•
•
Be sure to use the supplied battery charger.
Charging time may vary depending on the
battery condition.
b
Restart the operation as follows.
1 Disconnect all the power sources.
2 Leave the player for about 30
seconds.
To a vo id e le ct rica l
sh o ck, d o n o t o p e n t h e
ca b in e t . Re fe r se rvicin g
t o q u a lifie d p e rso n n e l
o n ly.
Turn tow ard LOCK.
To release the battery case, turn
tow ard RELEASE.
.
NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE BATTERY.
DISPOSE OF PROPERLY.
You can return your unwanted nickel
metal hydride batteries to your nearest
Sony Service Center.
Note: In some areas the disposal of nickel
metal hydride batteries in household or
business trash may be prohibited.
For the Sony Service Center nearest you
call 1-800-222-SONY (United States only)
Caution: Do not handle damaged or
leaking nickel metal hydride battery.
”f SHUF” (shuffle repeat)
All the tracks are played
repeatedly in random order.
Fo r m o d e ls su p p lie d w it h t h e AC
p lu g a d a p t o r
If the battery charger does not fit the wall
•
When you use the battery for the first time
or after a long period of disuse, the battery
life may be shorter. In this case, charge and
discharge the battery several times. The
battery life will be restored.
On t h e lid o f t h e b a t t e ry ca se
The lid of the battery carrying case supplied
with this player is designed to detach from
the main unit when handled with great force.
To reattach the lid to the main unit, follow the
steps below:
2
1
0
3 Connect the power source.
When to replace or charge the batteries
You can check the battery condition with the
battery indication, which is displayed while
using the player.
outlet, use the AC plug adaptor.
2
The MD is not played normally.
• The player is set to the repeat mode
(“f“ is displayed).
DIGITAL
MEGABASS
Insert the rechargeable battery.
Disp la y w in d o w w h ile p la yin g
b a ck
•
•
If the rechargeable battery capacity
becomes half the normal life, replace it with
a new one.
Remove the rechargeable battery when the
unit is not to be used for a long time. Do
not carry the rechargeable battery in your
pocket or a bag, etc., with metallic objects
such as key rings.
1 Slide open the battery
compartment lid like the
arrow in the illustration.
2 Insert the battery with
b
Press PLAY MODE repeatedly on
the remote control until “f“
disappears, then start playing.
correct polarity.
Slide DIGITAL MEGA BASS.
Choose 1 (slight effect) or 2 (strong effect).
To cancel the effect, set DIGITAL MEGA
BASS to 0.
Ca u t io n
∫
v
Battery power decreasing.
Mass
Track name3) or elapsed time of
the track being played
Projections
Slots
The use of optical instruments with this
product will increase eye hazard.
Tip s o n p la yb a ck
Approx. 115 g (4.1 oz.) the player only
Approx. 155 g (5.5 oz.) incl. a premastered MD
and a nickel metal hydride rechargeable battery
NH-9WM(N)
b
Weak batteries. Replace/ recharge the
batteries.
An MD is not played from the first track.
• Disc playing stopped before it came to
the last track.
To kn o w t h e t ra ck n a m e a n d t im e C
Press DISPLAY on the remote control while
the player is playing an MD.
Each time you press DISPLAY, the display
changes as follows.
Listening for many hours at maximum
volume may damage your hearing.
Note
v
Supplied accessories
If the sound becomes distorted when
emphasizing bass, turn down the volume.
b
Press = repeatedly or eject and
reinsert the MD once to go back to
the beginning of the disc, and restart
playing after checking the track
number in the display.
Battery Charger (1)
Rechargeable battery (1)
Rechargeable battery carrying case (1)
Headphones with a remote control (1)
Dry battery case (1)
Handstrap (1)
Carrying pouch (1)
LR6 (size AA) alkaline battery (1) (Tourist model
only)
n
The batteries have gone out. “LoBATT”
flashes in the display of the remote
control, and the power goes off.
Fo r t h e cu st o m e rs in t h e U.S.A. a n d
Ca n a d a
In fo rm a t io n
On t h e b a t t e ry ca se a t t a ch m e n t
t e rm in a ls o n t h e m a in u n it
Track number
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.
To p ro t e ct yo u r h e a rin g (AVLS) F
The AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter
System) function keeps down the maximum
volume to protect your ears.
•
Do not short-circuit the battery case
attachment terminals on the main unit with
metallic objects, etc., when the rechargeable
battery is inserted, as this may cause heat
and can be dangerous.
DISPLAY
1) If you press = or (• + during
pause, the player will resume playback. If
you keep pressing = or (• + during
pause (keep the control turned to = or
(• + on the remote control), you can
fast forward/ rewind without listening to
the playback sound.
2) Once you open the lid, the point to start
play will change to the beginning of the
first track.
Battery life*
RECYCLING NICKEL-CADMIUM
BATTERIES
1Place the lid so that the projections on the
lid are aligned with the slots on the main
unit.
Playback sound skips.
• The player is placed where it receives
continuous vibration.
Playback
Batteries
NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERY.
BATTERY MUST BE RECYCLED OR
DISPOSED OF PROPERLY.
Approx. 5.5 hours
Ni-MH
rechargeable
•
When carrying the player in a bag, be sure
to put it in the supplied carrying pouch.
b
Put the player on a stable place.
A very short track may cause sound
to skip.
2
1
battery (NH-9WM (N))
Op t io n a l a cce sso rie s
AC-E15L AC power adaptor
1)
Nickel-Cadmium batteries are
3
4
Elapsed time
Approx. 8.5 hours
Approx. 16 hours
One LR6 (size AA)
alkaline battery
Insert an MD.
On h e a t b u ild -u p
recyclable. You can help preserve our
environment by returning your unwanted
batteries to your nearest Sony Service
Center or Factory Service Center for
collection, recycling or proper disposal.
Note: In some areas the disposal of nickel-
cadmium batteries in household or
business trash may be prohibited.
Nickel metal hydride rechargeable battery
NH-9WM
MDR-series Stereo headphones 2)
SRS-A41 Sony Active Speakers
CK-MD4 MiniDisc Carrying Case
CK-MD10 MiniDisc Filing Box
Sound has a lot of static.
• Strong magnetism from a television or
such device is interfering with
operation.
•
Heat may build up in the player if it is used
for an extended period of time. In this case,
leave the player to cool down.
3) Appears only with MDs that have been
electronically labeled.
One LR6 (size AA)
Z
This mark is valid for Russia only.
alkaline battery and a
Ni-MH rechargeable
battery (NH-9WM(N))
LIMIT
NORM
b
Move the player away from the
source of strong magnetism.
”MD WALKMAN” is a trademark of Sony
Corporation.
Tips
On in st a lla t io n
AVLS
Track number
2Fit the projection one by one in to the slot
as shown in the illustration.
• The OPERATE lamp will light up on the
main unit during playback. It will go off
when p is pressed.
• The display on the remote control will
disappear after a few seconds after you have
pressed p.
.
•
Never use the player where it will be
subjected to extremes of light, temperature,
moisture or vibration.
1) The operative voltage for the AC power
adaptor varies depending upon the country in
which it is sold. Therefore, purchase the AC
power adaptor in the country you intend to
use it.
*
The battery life may be shorter due to
The rechargeable battery does not start
charging (in case of a charger w ith a
lid).
• The lid of the battery charger is not
closed properly.
.
operating conditions and the temperature of
the location.
Track name
Fo r Cu st o m e rs in t h e Un it e d St a t e s
Set AVLS to LIMIT.
No t e o n m e ch a n ica l n o ise
The player gives out mechanical noise while
operating, which is caused by the power-
saving system of the player and it is not a
trouble.
For the Sony Service Center nearest you
call 1-800-222-SONY (United States only)
For the Factory Service Center nearest you
call 416-499-SONY (Canada only)
•
Never wrap the player in anything when it
is being used with the AC power adaptor.
Heat build-up in the player may cause
malfunction or injury.
In fo rm a t io n
The volume is kept at a moderate level, even
if you try to turn the volume above the
limited level.
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, used, 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 more of the following
measures:
Usin g o n h o u se cu rre n t I
b
Close the lid and slide the lock.
2) Whether you should plug the headphones
directly to REMOTE/ 2 on the main unit or to
a remote control, use only headphones with
stereo mini plugs.
2 Insert an MD with the label facing up
1 Slide OPEN and
Note
No sound comes through the
headphones.
• The headphones plug is not firmly
connected.
.
Do not slide OPEN during playback. If you
do, the lid opens and playback will stop.
and press the lid down to close.
open the lid.
Before using the player, remove the
rechargeable battery if it is installed.
Caution: Do not handle damaged or
leaking nickel-cadmium
batteries.
On t h e h e a d p h o n e s
Road safety
Track number
If you have any questions or problems
concerning your player, please consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
.
Usin g t h e h a n d st ra p G
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 player
at high volume while walking, especially at
pedestrian crossings. You should exercise
extreme caution or discontinue use in potentially
hazardous situations.
Disc name
When using optional headphones
Use the headphones that have stereo-
miniplug. You cannot use other types of
headphones (microplug).
1
2
Attach the supplied battery case to the
player.
stereo mini plugs
Play an MD.
b
Connect the headphones plug firmly
to the remote control. Then connect
the remote control plug firmly to the
REMOTE/ 2 jack.
Attach the hand strap as shown in the
illustration below.
3 Press (• + (turn the control to (•+ on the
Connect the AC-E15L AC power adaptor
(not supplied) to the DC IN 1.5V jack of
the player.
We lco m e !
remote control).
The player starts to play the first track.
• Volume is too low.
When using the remote control, a short beep sounds in the
headphones. The OPERATE lamp on the main unit will light up.
Welcome to the world of the MiniDisc! Here
are some of the capabilities and features you'll
discover with the new MiniDisc Player.
Small body almost the size of a MiniDisc
jacket — Ideal weight and size; fits in your
shirt pocket.
Hold and operate the main unit with just
one hand with the new button layout.
Low power-consumption design enables
long playback with a single “chewing-gum
type” rechargeable battery.
Shuttle dial remote control with
backlighted LCD — Keep the main unit in
your pocket and operate the MiniDisc
player through the shuttle dial on the
remote control; The LCD displays track
information, playback mode as well as
battery condition.
4 Press VOL +/– to
Number of tracks
recorded on the MD.
b
Adjust the volume by pressing
VOLUME +/ – (VOL +/ – on the
remote control).
adjust the
3
Connect the AC power adaptor to a wall
outlet.
Preventing hearing damage
Your dealer may not handle some of the above
listed accessories. Please ask the dealer for
detailed information about the accessories in
your country.
volume.
OPERATE
lamp
•
• AVLS is on.
Slide AVLS to NORM.
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.
You can check the
volume in the
display of the
remote control.
Note
b
to w all outlet
Disc and track names appear only with MDs that
have been electronically labeled.
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment
and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
VOLUME +/–
•
•
≥
US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
Caring for others
VOL +/–
Keep the volume at a moderate level. This will
allow you to hear outside sounds and to be
considerate of the people around you.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV
technician for help.
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
•
p
1 Connect the
headphones to the
remote control. Plug
it in firmly all the
way.
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
to DC IN 1.5 V
Note
The battery indication mark is displayed when
the AC power adaptor is being used.
•
Hand strap attachable.
Fo r Cu st o m e rs in Au st ra lia
2 Connect the headphones with
Note
If the supply cord of the AC power adaptor is
damaged, the AC power adaptor must be
returned to the manufacturer or his agent for the
cord to be replaced.
Use only the supplied hand strap.
remote control to REMOTE/2.
To st o p p la y, press p.
When using the remote control, a short beep sounds in the headphones. The OPERATE lamp
on the main unit will go off. The display on the remote control will disappear after a while.
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