Sony MD Walkman MZ RH1 User Manual

2-669-084-11 (2)  
Operating Instructions  
MZ-RH1  
MZ-M200  
Hi-MD Walkman®  
Portable  
MD Recorder  
“WALKMAN“ and “WALKMAN” logo are registered  
trademarks of Sony Corporation.  
© 2006 Sony Corporation  
For the customers in the USA and  
Canada only  
Declaration of Conformity  
Trade Name: SONY  
RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION  
BATTERIES  
Lithium-ion batteries are  
Model No.: MZ-RH1, MZ-M200  
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics  
Inc.  
Address: 16530 Via Esprillo, San Diego,  
CA 92127 USA  
recyclable.  
You can help preserve our  
environment by returning  
your used rechargeable  
Telephone No.: 858-942-2230  
batteries to the collection and recycling  
location nearest you.  
For more information regarding  
recycling of rechargeable batteries, call  
toll free 1-800-822-8837, or visit http://  
This device complies with Part 15 of  
the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to  
the following two conditions: (1) This  
device may not cause harmful  
interference, and (2) this device must  
accept any interference received,  
including interference that may cause  
undesired operation.  
Caution: Do not handle damaged or  
leaking Lithium-ion batteries.  
The validity of the CE marking is restricted  
to only those countries where it is legally  
enforced, mainly in the countries EEA  
(European Economic Area).  
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.  
Disposal of Old Electrical &  
Electronic Equipment  
(Applicable in the European Union  
and other European countries with  
separate collection systems)  
This symbol on the product or  
on its packaging indicates that  
this product shall not be treated  
as household waste. Instead  
it shall be handed over to the  
applicable collection point for  
the recycling of electrical and electronic  
equipment. By ensuring this product is  
disposed of correctly, you will help prevent  
potential negative consequences for the  
environment and human health, which could  
otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste  
handling of this product. The recycling  
of materials will help to conserve natural  
resources. For more detailed information  
about recycling of this product, please  
contact your local Civic Office, your  
household waste disposal service or the shop  
where you purchased the product.  
Applicable accessories: Remote control,  
Earphones  
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For the customers in Netherlands  
Voor de Klanten in Nederland  
Table of Contents  
Gooi de batterij niet weg  
maar lever deze in als klein  
chemisch afval (KCA).  
Getting Started  
For the customers in Russia  
Checking the supplied  
accessories...........................................9  
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Guide to Parts and Controls...............12  
Preparing a Power Source .................14  
The types of discs that you can  
use.......................................................17  
About the recorder operation modes 17  
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Using the recorder with a computer  
What you can do through connection  
with a computer .................................18  
Installing the SonicStage/MD Simple  
Burner software..................................19  
System requirements ................................19  
Installing SonicStage/MD Simple Burner  
onto your computer .................................20  
Connecting the recorder to your  
computer.............................................21  
Using SonicStage ...............................23  
Importing audio data ................................23  
Transferring audio data from your computer  
to the recorder..........................................24  
Transferring audio data from the recorder to  
your computer..........................................25  
Viewing SonicStage Help.........................26  
Using MD Simple Burner....................27  
Recording using the recorder operations  
(Simple mode).........................................27  
Recording by computer operations  
(Standard mode) ......................................28  
Storing non-audio data to a disc .......30  
4
Recording on a disc  
Using the Menu  
Recording on a disc ...........................31  
Displayed items during recording .....35  
Using the Menu ................................49  
Menus for recording ...........................50  
Adjusting the recording level manually ...52  
Recording from externally connected  
component..........................................37  
Menu for playback...............................53  
Menus for editing ................................54  
Menus on the recorder..............................54  
Menus on the remote................................54  
Moving a track on a disc ..........................56  
Changing the order of a group on a disc ..56  
Adding titles (Title Input) ........................57  
Playing a disc  
Playing a disc......................................39  
Displayed items during playback.......41  
Selecting the play mode.....................43  
Playing tracks in the selected play mode..43  
Option menus......................................58  
Listening to selected tracks only  
(Bookmark Play) .....................................43  
Setting the clock.......................................61  
Playing tracks repeatedly (Repeat Play)...44  
Troubleshooting  
Listening to a section of a track repeatedly  
(A-B Repeat) ...........................................44  
Troubleshooting..................................62  
Messages.............................................71  
Adjusting the sound ...........................45  
Varying the virtual sound to create different  
acoustics (Virtual-Surround) ...................45  
Selecting the sound quality (6-Band  
Equalizer) ................................................45  
Additional Information  
Precautions .........................................75  
Specification .......................................78  
Explanations .......................................80  
Index ....................................................85  
Normalizing the playback sound level  
automatically (Dynamic Normalizer)......46  
Editing  
Dividing a track (Divide) .....................47  
Adjusting the dividing point before dividing  
a track (Divide Rehearsal).......................47  
Combining tracks (Combine) .............48  
5
Trial recording  
Before you record one-time events, you may  
want to make a trial recording to make sure  
that the recorder is working correctly.  
Notice for Users  
On the supplied SonicStage/MD  
Simple Burner software  
No compensation for recording  
failures  
Sony cannot provide compensation for any  
failure in recording caused by a malfunction  
in this recorder or the recording media, etc.  
Copyright laws prohibit reproducing the  
software or the manual accompanying it  
in whole or in part, or renting the software  
without the permission of the copyright  
holder.  
In no event will SONY be liable for  
any financial damage, or loss of profits,  
including claims made by third parties,  
arising out of the use of the software  
supplied with this recorder.  
In the event a problem occurs with  
this software as a result of defective  
manufacturing, SONY will replace  
it. However, SONY bears no other  
responsibility.  
Precaution on copyright  
Television programs, films, video tapes,  
and other materials may be copyrighted.  
Unauthorized recording of such materials  
may be contrary to the provision of the  
copyright laws.  
The software provided with this recorder  
cannot be used with equipment other than  
that which is so designated.  
Please note that, due to continued  
efforts to improve quality, the software  
specifications may be changed without  
notice.  
Operation of this recorder with software  
other than that provided is not covered by  
the warranty.  
The ability to display the languages on  
the software will depend on the installed  
OS on your PC. For better results, please  
ensure that the installed OS is compatible  
with the desired language you want to  
display.  
We do not guarantee all the languages  
will be able to be displayed properly on  
the software.  
User-created characters and some  
special characters may not be displayed.  
Depending on the type of the text and  
characters, the text shown on the software  
may not be displayed properly on the  
device. This is due to:  
The capability of the connected device.  
The device is not functioning normally.  
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Trademarks  
Program © 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005  
Sony Corporation  
Documentation © 2006 Sony Corporation  
SonicStage is a trademark or registered  
trademark of Sony Corporation.  
MD Simple Burner, OpenMG,  
“MagicGate”, “MagicGate Memory  
Stick”, “Memory Stick”, Hi-MD, Net  
MD, ATRAC, ATRAC3, ATRAC3plus  
and their logos are trademarks of Sony  
Corporation.  
Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT  
and Windows Media are trademarks  
or registered trademarks of Microsoft  
Corporation in the United States and /or  
other countries.  
IBM and PC/AT are registered trademarks  
of International Business Machines  
Corporation.  
Macintosh is a trademark of Apple  
Computer, Inc.  
Pentium is a trademark or registered  
trademark of Intel Corporation.  
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology  
and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS  
and Thomson.  
All other trademarks and registered  
trademarks are trademarks or registered  
trademarks of their respective holders.  
™ and ® marks are omitted in this  
manual.  
CD and music-related data from  
Gracenote, Inc., copyright © 2000-  
2004 Gracenote. Gracenote CDDB®  
Client Software, copyright 2000-2004  
Gracenote. This product and service may  
practice one or more of the following  
U.S. Patents: #5,987,525; #6,061,680;  
#6,154,773, #6,161,132, #6,230,192,  
#6,230,207, #6,240,459, #6,330,593, and  
other patents issued or pending. Services  
supplied and/or device manufactured  
under license for following Open Globe,  
Inc. United States Patent 6,304,523.  
Gracenote is a registered trademarks  
of Gracenote. The Gracenote logo  
and logotype, and the “Powered by  
Gracenote” logo are trademarks of  
Gracenote.  
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What you can do with this product  
Not only can you record and play music data on this recorder, you can also transfer audio data to it  
from a computer using the supplied SonicStage software. Furthermore, you can transfer audio data  
that you’ve recorded directly on the recorder or another MD component to the computer, and then  
manage the data on the computer.  
Recording ( page 31)  
Playing ( page 39)  
Recording by microphone  
Digital recording  
Analog recording  
The supplied/optional headphones/  
earphones, speakers, stereo system, etc.  
Transfer audio data to the  
recorder  
(LinearPCM/ATRAC/MP3)  
Transfer music data  
recorded on the recorder  
or another MD component  
from the recorder to the  
computer  
Audio CDs, Internet, Music Files, etc.  
(You can also transfer non audio  
data, such as text data, image data,  
etc. to the recorder.)  
Using the recorder with a computer ( page 18)  
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Getting Started  
• CD-ROM3)  
(Windows: SonicStage/MD Simple Burner,  
Macintosh: Hi-MD Music Transfer for Mac)  
• Operating Instructions (this manual)  
Checking the supplied  
accessories  
• AC power adaptor • AC power cord1)  
(100 V - 240 V)  
• Operating Instructions (Hi-MD Music  
Transfer for Mac)  
1)  
The shape of the plug differs according to the  
region where the recorder was purchased. Two  
cords with differently shaped plugs are supplied  
with the models for Europe, Asia and Chile.  
Use the one that corresponds with the outlet  
configuration in the region where it is used.  
• USB cable  
2)  
For the North American and Latin American  
models, remote with a ferrite core is supplied.  
3)  
Do not play a CD-ROM on an audio CD player.  
For details on “Hi-MD Music Transfer for Mac”,  
refer to the instruction sheet supplied with this  
recorder.  
• Remote control2)  
• Earphones  
Note  
When using this recorder, remember to follow the  
precautions below in order to avoid warping the  
cabinet or causing the recorder to malfunction.  
• LIP-4WM Lithium- • Rechargeable  
• Make sure not to sit down with the recorder in  
your back pocket.  
ion rechargeable  
battery  
battery case  
• Stereo microphone  
(MZ-M200 only)  
• Make sure not to put the recorder into a bag with  
the remote or the headphones/earphones cord  
wrapped around it and then subject the bag to  
strong impact.  
• Optical cable (for the European, Asian and  
Chilean models)  
• Carrying pouch  
• Ferrite core (small size)  
– Three for the European, Asian and  
Chilean models  
– Two for the MZ-RH1 North American and  
Latin American models  
– One for the MZ-M200 North American  
model  
• 1GB Hi-MD disc (except for the European,  
Asian and Chilean models)  
9
• For the optional line cable: Pass the cord  
through the ferrite core/ Approx. 1 cm  
(0.6 in.) from the plug  
How to use the supplied ferrite core  
This recorder comes with ferrite cores for  
connection to the supplied remote, the  
optional stereo microphone and the optional  
line cable. (You must attach the ferrite  
cores to comply with the applicable EMC  
standards.) Be sure to connect them when  
using the recorder with a computer. If not,  
there is no need to connect them.  
For the MZ-M200 North American model:  
• For the optional line cable: Pass the cord  
through the ferrite core/ Approx. 1 cm  
(0.6 in.) from the plug  
1
Open the ferrite core.  
For the European, Asian and Chilean models:  
ESD-SR-110 for the supplied  
remote and the optional stereo  
microphone  
Refer to step 2 for the  
distance from the plug  
connected to the recorder.  
2017-0930 for the optional  
line cable  
For the MZ-RH1 North American and Latin  
American models:  
3
Close the ferrite core. Make sure the  
clasps are fully engaged.  
ESD-SR-110 for the optional  
stereo microphone and the  
optional line cable  
For the MZ-M200 North American model:  
ESD-SR-110 for the optional  
line cable  
2
Wind the cord around the ferrite cores as  
follows.  
To attach the clip in the opposite direction  
1
Remove the clip.  
For the European, Asian and Chilean  
models:  
• For the supplied remote control: Wind the  
cord around the ferrite core once/ Approx.  
4 cm (1.6 in.) from the plug  
• For the optional stereo microphone: Wind  
the cord around the ferrite core twice/  
Approx. 1 cm (0.6 in.) from the plug  
2
Attach the clip in the opposite direction.  
• For the optional line cable: Wind the cord  
around the ferrite core once/ Approx. 1  
cm (0.6 in.) from the plug  
For the MZ-RH1 North American and  
Latin American models:  
• For the optional stereo microphone: Wind  
the cord around the ferrite core twice/  
Approx. 1 cm (0.6 in.) from the plug  
10  
Optional accessories  
• Optical cable POC-15B, POC-15AB  
• Line cable RK-G129, RK-G136  
• Stereo microphones ECM-MS907,  
ECM-719  
• MDR-series Stereo Headphones/earphones*  
• SRS-series Active Speakers  
• Recordable MDs ES-series  
• 1GB Hi-MD disc HMD1GA  
• LIP-4WM Lithium-ion rechargeable battery  
* When using optional headphones/  
earphones, use only headphones/earphones  
with stereo mini plugs. You cannot use  
headphones/earphones with micro plugs.  
You cannot use as follows.  
• Rotally commander RM-WMC1  
• MD label printer MZP-1  
• IC memory repeat learning MD controller  
RPT-M1  
Your dealer may not handle some of the  
above listed accessories. Please ask the dealer  
for detailed information about the accessories  
in your country.  
11  
Remote  
Guide to Parts and  
Controls  
Recorder  
12  
OPEN button ( pages 31, 39)  
USB cable connecting jack ( pages 14,  
21, 37)  
LINE IN (OPT) jack ( page 37)  
Battery compartment ( page 14)  
MIC (PLUG IN POWER)* jack ( page  
31)  
(group) +/– button ( pages 40, 58)  
(earphones)/LINE OUT jack ( pages  
39, 59)  
Clip ( page 10)  
P MODE/ (repeat) button ( pages 43,  
Recorder: VOL +*/– buttons ( pages  
58)  
39, 61)  
SOUND button ( pages 45, 58)  
Remote: VOL +/– control ( pages 39,  
* There is a tactile dot.  
46)  
Recorder: • DISPLAY/ MENU button  
Locking the controls (HOLD)  
(
pages 32, 35, 41, 49)  
Slide the HOLD switch  
on the recorder or  
Remote: DISPLAY button ( pages 36,  
42, 49)  
on the remote in the direction of the arrow.  
You can prevent accidental button presses  
while carrying the recorder by locking the  
controls. You can use the HOLD function for  
the recorder and the remote separately. For  
example, even if the HOLD function on the  
recorder is activated, you can operate the  
recorder by using the remote unless you set  
HOLD on the remote to on, too.  
Operation lamp ( pages 33, 35, 41)  
Display window ( pages 35, 41)  
HOLD switch ( page 15)  
Recorder: (stop) · CANCEL button  
(
pages 22, 33, 40, 49)  
Remote: (stop) button ( pages 40,  
49)  
(pause) button ( pages 33, 40, 48)  
REC switch ( pages 27, 33)  
T MARK button ( pages 33, 47)  
Recorder: Jog lever ( (play)/ENT*,  
FF (AMS, fast forward), FR (AMS, fast  
rewind)) ( pages 39, 47, 49)  
FF  
FR  
Move (FF/FR)  
Push (/ENT)  
Remote: Jog lever ((play, pause)/  
ENT, (AMS, fast rewind),   
(AMS, fast forward)) ( pages 39, 49)  
13  
Connect the AC power cord and the  
USB cable to the AC power adaptor.  
4
5
Preparing a Power  
Source  
Charge the rechargeable battery before using  
it for the first time or when it is depleted.  
Operations can be done on the recorder or the  
remote while charging.  
USB cable  
Slide and open the battery  
compartment lid in the direction of  
the arrow.  
1
AC power adaptor  
AC power cord  
Connect the other end of the USB  
cable to the recorder and the AC  
power cord to a wall outlet.  
To a wall  
outlet  
Recorder  
Insert the rechargeable battery.  
Insert it starting with the and   
2
terminal end.  
To the USB cable  
connecting jack  
Confirm that charging has started.  
6
When charging starts,  
and the  
Insert the battery with  
the label side facing up.  
charging time (“Charging --min left”)  
appear at the start of charging. When the  
charging time disappears, charging ends  
once and the battery becomes sufficiently  
charged. A completely depleted battery  
takes about one hour to reach this point,  
at which time it is approximately 80%  
charged. For a 100% charge, an additional  
2 hours of charging is needed.  
Close the lid.  
3
If the charging time indication disappears  
after a short time, this means the battery is  
sufficiently charged.  
14  
Charging the rechargeable battery by  
computer connection (USB bus power)  
You can charge the recorder’s rechargeable  
battery by connecting the recorder to a USB  
port of a computer. When you connect the  
recorder to the computer, power (bus power)  
from the computer begins to charge the  
recorder’s rechargeable battery.  
A completely depleted battery attains about  
80% charge in about one hour. For 100%  
charge, an additional 2 hours of charging is  
needed.  
To check the remaining power of the  
battery  
The remaining power of the battery is  
indicated in the display as shown below. As  
the indicator decreases, the remaining power  
is depleted further.  
, “LOW BATTERY”  
Notes  
• The display shows the approximate battery power  
remaining.  
For connection details, refer to the  
“Connecting the recorder to your computer”  
• Depending on the operating conditions, the display  
may increase or decrease relative to the actual  
power remaining.  
(
page 21).  
Notes  
Before using the recorder  
Make sure the recorder is not locked ( page  
13). Slide the HOLD switch on the recorder  
or on the remote in the opposite direction of  
the arrow.  
• Power from the computer to the recorder stops  
when the computer changes to system suspend,  
sleep, or hibernation mode while the recorder is  
connected to the computer.  
• When charging the rechargeable battery, make  
sure to insert the battery into the recorder before  
connecting the USB cable. If you insert the battery  
after connecting the USB cable, the battery may not  
be charged.  
HOLD switch  
• Charge the rechargeable battery at a temperature of  
+5 °C (+41 °F) to +35 °C (+95 °F). The charging  
time may vary according to the recorder condition  
and the surrounding temperature.  
• Repeated recharging causes the capacity of the  
rechargeable battery to decrease over time. As a  
result, the displayed charging time will become  
shorter as the battery is used.  
HOLD switch  
• Stop the recorder before replacing the rechargeable  
battery.  
• Connecting the recorder to a wall outlet is  
recommended during times of long use, as when  
recording.  
• It is possible to do operations on the recorder or  
the remote while charging the battery with the  
AC power adaptor, as well as computer-related  
operations while charging with USB bus power.  
However, the charging time will be longer.  
• When connecting the USB cable to the recorder,  
make sure not to touch the jog lever or buttons on  
the recorder. If the jog lever or any other buttons  
are pressed at the time you connect the USB cable,  
battery charging may not start.  
15  
Battery life1)  
This value varies depending on how the recorder is used.  
When recording/playing continuously in Hi-MD mode  
(Unit: approx. hours)  
When  
Recording  
Disc type  
1GB Hi-MD disc  
LinearPCM  
6
5
Hi-SP  
9
9
Hi-LP  
10.5  
MP32)  
3)  
3)  
60/74/80-minute  
standard disc  
10.5  
Playing  
1GB Hi-MD disc  
10  
8
15.5  
14.5  
19  
16.5  
16  
60/74/80-minute  
standard disc  
18.5  
When recording/playing continuously in MD mode  
(Unit: approx. hours)  
When  
Recording  
Playing  
Disc type  
60/74/80-minute standard disc  
60/74/80-minute standard disc  
SP  
8.5  
LP2  
10.5  
17.5  
LP4  
12  
15.5  
19  
Measured in accordance with the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries  
Association) standard.  
1)  
Measured using a fully charged lithium-ion rechargeable battery with “EL Light” in the menu set to “Auto Off”  
(
page 59).  
2)  
3)  
When transferring at 128 kbps  
The recorder cannot record in MP3 mode. Transfer MP3 audio data using the supplied SonicStage software  
(
page 24).  
Note  
Repeated recharging causes the capacity of the rechargeable battery to decrease over time. As a result, the battery  
life will become shorter as the battery is used. Please replace the battery when the battery life reaches about half  
the time listed above.  
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The types of discs that you can use  
This recorder supports the following discs:  
1 GB Hi-MD disc  
60/74/80-minute  
standard disc  
About the recorder operation modes  
The recorder has two operation modes, “Hi-MD mode” and “MD mode”.  
The operation mode is automatically recognized whenever the disc is inserted.  
1 GB Hi-MD disc  
Use the disc as is  
Hi-MD mode  
60/74/80-minute standard disc  
You can enjoy the Hi-MD  
functions.  
The disc  
Use the disc as is  
contains  
material  
recorded in  
Hi-MD mode  
A disc recorded in Hi-MD  
mode cannot be used on an  
MD player or MD Walkman  
that does not support Hi-MD  
mode.  
Select Hi-MD mode  
Select the operation mode in  
the “Disc Mode” ( page 59)  
Blank disc  
setting of the recorder menu, or  
the operation mode setting of  
the supplied software.  
MD mode  
A disc recorded in MD mode  
can also be used on an MD  
player or MD Walkman that  
does not support Hi-MD  
mode, but the Hi-MD  
Select MD mode  
Use the disc as is  
The disc  
contains  
material  
recorded in  
MD mode  
functions cannot be used.  
17  
Using the recorder with a computer  
What you can do  
through connection  
with a computer  
When playing audio files using the software, the  
sound is output from  
the computer’s speakers when a disc used in Hi-  
MD mode is inserted; or  
the equipment such as earphones connected to the  
recorder when a disc used in MD mode is inserted.  
When using the supplied software  
• Transfer audio data between the  
computer and the recorder  
Note  
If the place where you charge the battery is too cold  
or too hot, the battery indication (  
) will flash in  
The supplied SonicStage software allows  
you to transfer audio data between the  
recorder and your computer. You can  
transfer audio data from the computer to  
the recorder or audio data that you have  
recorded on the recorder or another MD  
component to the computer. For detailed  
explanations, refer to SonicStage Help.  
the display and charging by USB bus power will not  
be possible. The battery should be charged within  
a temperature range of +5 °C (+41 °F) to +35 °C  
(+95 °F).  
• Record directly from a CD to an MD  
The supplied MD Simple Burner software  
enables you to record a CD in the  
computer’s CD drive directly to a disc in the  
recorder.  
When using the disc in the recorder as a  
storage device  
When using the recorder in Hi-MD mode, the  
recorder appears in the Windows Explorer  
as an external drive, allowing you to transfer  
non-audio data such as text and image files.  
For details, refer to “Storing non-audio data to  
a disc” ( page 30).  
Charging the rechargeable battery of the  
recorder (USB bus power)  
You can charge the rechargeable battery while  
the recorder is connected to a computer.  
When using a Macintosh computer  
Refer to the “Hi-MD Music Transfer for  
Mac” instruction sheet supplied with this  
recorder.  
18  
Installing the SonicStage/MD Simple Burner  
software  
System requirements  
The following system environment is required in order to use the SonicStage/MD Simple Burner  
software.  
Computer  
IBM PC/AT or Compatible  
• CPU: Pentium III 450 MHz or higher  
• Hard disk drive space: 200 MB or more (1.5 GB or more is recommended)  
(The amount space will vary according to Windows version and the number  
of music files stored on the hard disk.)  
• RAM: 128 MB or more  
Others  
• CD drive (capable of digital playback by WDM) (A CD-R/RW  
drive is necessary for CD writing)  
• Sound Board  
• USB port  
Operating  
System  
Factory installed:  
Windows XP Media Center Edition 2005/Windows XP Media Center Edition  
2004/Windows XP Media Center Edition/Windows XP Professional/Windows  
XP Home Edition/Windows 2000 Professional (Service Pack 3 or later)/  
Windows Millennium Edition/Windows 98 Second Edition  
Display  
Others  
High Color (16 bit) or higher, 800 × 600 dots or better (1,024 × 768 dots or  
better is recommended)  
• Internet access for online registration and CDDB use  
• Internet access and Microsoft Internet Explorer (version 5.5 or higher) for use  
of EMD services  
• Windows Media Player (version 7.0 or higher) installed for playing WMA  
files  
This software is not supported by operating systems other than those listed above, custom-built  
PCs, operating systems that are upgrades from the original manufacturer-installed system, multi-  
boot environments, multi-monitor environments, or Macintosh computers.  
Notes  
• We do not ensure trouble-free operation on all computers that satisfy the system requirements.  
• The NTFS format of Windows XP/Windows 2000 Professional can be used only with the standard (factory)  
settings.  
• We do not ensure trouble-free operation of the system suspend, sleep, or hibernation function on all computers.  
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Installing SonicStage/MD Simple Burner onto your  
computer  
Make sure to install the driver for this recorder from the supplied CD-ROM. If SonicStage, Net  
MD Simple Burner, or OpenMG Jukebox is already installed, the older version of the software  
will be overwritten by the new version. The functions and music data of the older version will be  
retained.  
Close all Windows applications.  
The following conditions may prevent a successful installation. Confirm whether they apply or  
not when installing the software.  
1
You did not logon as “Administrator” or “Computer Administrator” (when using Windows  
2000/Windows XP)  
• Virus-check software is activated. (Such software demands a large amount of system  
resources.)  
Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the CD drive of your computer.  
The setup program starts up automatically and the installation window appears.  
2
When the [Region Selection] screen appears, select the region where the  
SonicStage software will be used, and then click [Next].  
3
When the [Region Selection] screen does not appear, skip this step.  
Click [Install SonicStage and MD Simple Burner] and then follow the displayed  
instructions.  
4
Read the instructions carefully.  
[Install SonicStage and MD Simple Burner]  
The installation may take 20 to 30 minutes,  
depending on your system environment.  
Make sure to restart your computer only after  
the installation is completed.  
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Connecting the recorder to your computer  
Connect the recorder to your computer as follows.  
Note  
When using Windows ME or Windows 98SE  
If you connect the recorder to the computer with the disc mode on the recorder set to “Hi-MD” (factory  
setting), and then insert a 60/74/80-minute standard disc, the operation mode of the disc may automatically  
change to Hi-MD mode even if you do not record anything.  
When you disconnect the USB cable, the message “Unsafe Removal of Device” appears in the computer  
display. This is not a problem. Merely click “OK” to make the message disappear.  
Power (bus power) is supplied from the USB port of the computer so that the recorder can be used  
without power being supplied from the battery.  
Computer  
USB cable  
To the USB cable  
connecting jack  
To the USB port  
Insert a disc into the recorder.  
1
Make sure the recorder is stopped and HOLD is released.  
2
Connect the recorder to the computer through the USB cable.  
3
Check the connections.  
If all connections have been correctly made, the display window appears as follows.  
4
“Hi-MD” or “MD” appears, depending on the operation mode.  
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When you unplug the USB cable from the computer  
Be sure to remove the recorder as follows. If not, damage to the data may occur.  
1
2
Make sure that the operation lamp on the recorder is not flashing rapidly.  
Press · CANCEL on the recorder.  
Make sure that the operation lamp on the recorder is off.  
“EJECT DISC OK” appears in the display.  
Depending on the conditions, it may take some time until “EJECT DISC OK” appears in the  
display.  
3
Unplug the USB cable from the computer.  
When you remove the disc from the recorder  
1
2
Follow steps 1 and 2 of “When you unplug the USB cable from the computer” above.  
Remove the disc from the recorder.  
This recorder supports Hi-Speed USB*.  
* Compatible with USB 2.0 Specification.  
Notes  
Make sure not to connect the USB cable while the recorder is operating. This may cause the recorder to  
malfunction or noise to be output.  
Depending on the connection, it may take some time before the recorder is recognized by the computer. If you  
operate the recorder or the computer before the recorder is recognized, “RECONNECT USB” appears in the  
display. If this happens, reconnect the USB cable.  
If the operation lamp flashes rapidly, do not disconnect the USB cable. This may cause the recorder to  
malfunction or the destruction of audio data.  
If you use the recorder connected to the computer, it is recommended that you insert a fully charged  
rechargeable battery as a precaution against power failures, disconnection of the USB cable or other unforeseen  
occurrences. We do not assure the results should there be a mis-operation, transfer failures, or destruction of  
audio data caused by unforeseen occurrences.  
If you disconnect the USB cable from the recorder and want to reconnect it, make sure to wait at least 2  
seconds before connecting it again.  
Make sure to place the recorder at a stable, vibration-free place during recording.  
Make sure not to connect the recorder to your computer during recording or playing.  
The system may malfunction if your computer changes to system suspend, sleep, or hibernation mode while  
connecting to the recorder. Make sure to disable any changes to suspend, sleep, or hibernation mode.  
Make sure not to connect the recorder and the computer through a USB hub.  
When the recorder is connected to a computer, power (bus power) is supplied to the recorder through the  
computer’s USB port. If the computer (a laptop PC, for example) is operating on battery power, this connection  
may cause the computer’s battery to drain. It is thus recommended to use the computer with an AC power  
adaptor.  
We do not ensure trouble-free operation on all computers that satisfy the system requirements.  
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Using SonicStage  
Importing audio data  
Audio data from an audio CD can be recorded and stored to My Library of SonicStage.  
If you want to automatically obtain CD information (such as track or artist name), the computer  
has to be connected to the Internet. For details on recording or importing music from the Internet  
or from your computer’s hard disc, refer to SonicStage Help.  
Note  
Only audio CDs with a  
mark can be used with SonicStage. We do not guarantee normal operation in the  
case of the copy-controlled CDs.  
[Music Source]  
[CD Info]  
Double-click  
SonicStage starts up.  
([SonicStage] icon) on the desktop.  
1
Insert the audio CD that you want to record into the CD drive of your computer.  
2
3
4
Point to of [Music Source] and click [Import a CD].  
Click  
.
The recording starts.  
To stop recording.  
Click  
.
• If you want to change the format, recording mode and bit rate for audio CD recording, click  
clicking in step 4 and set the format and bit rate.  
before  
• If CD information could not be obtained automatically, click [CD Info] before clicking  
you do this, your computer must be connected to the Internet.  
in step 4. When  
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Transferring audio data from your computer to the  
recorder  
Audio data stored in My Library of SonicStage can be transferred to the recorder.  
Transferred audio data contains track information such as artist and album name.  
[Transfer ]  
The My  
Library list  
Insert a disc into the recorder and connect the recorder to your computer (  
page 21).  
1
Point to of [Transfer ] and click [Hi-MD] or [Net MD].  
2
3
4
Click the tracks you want to transfer in the My Library list.  
Click  
.
The operation lamp on the recorder lights up in red and transfer of the selected track starts.  
To stop transferring  
Click  
.
If you want to change the format and bit rate, click  
bit rate.  
before clicking  
in step 4 and set the format and  
Note  
Make sure not to disconnect the USB cable or take out the rechargeable battery while transferring audio data.  
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Transferring audio data from the recorder to your  
computer  
Audio data that has been transferred from your computer and stored on an MD or recorded on  
this recorder or another MD component can be transferred to My Library of SonicStage on your  
computer.  
Information such as album name or track name can be obtained from the Internet after audio data  
has been transferred. Refer to the SonicStage Help for details.  
[Transfer ]  
List of tracks on  
the disc  
Insert a disc into the recorder and connect the recorder to your computer (  
page 21).  
1
Point to of [Transfer ] and click [Hi-MD] or [Net MD].  
2
3
In the list on the right side of the screen (Hi-MD or Net MD), click to select the  
tracks you want to transfer to your computer.  
Click  
.
4
The transferring of the tracks selected in step 3 starts.  
To stop transferring  
Click  
.
When tracks recorded on MD components are included on a disc, a dialog box appears confirming whether to  
save those tracks in WAV format. To save the tracks as WAV format music files, select the check box next to  
“Save in WAV format when importing”, click Browse button and specify a destination folder as necessary, and  
click the [OK] button.  
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Notes  
• When a disc used in Hi-MD mode is inserted in the recorder and the record-protect tab of the disc is open,  
audio data cannot be transferred to the computer. Make sure that the record-protect tab of the disc is closed (  
page 76).  
• Tracks transferred from the computer in “Net MD” mode or tracks purchased through EMD services and  
transferred to the recorder can be transferred only to the same computer from which they originally came from.  
• When you transfer tracks recorded in LinearPCM on the recorder to a computer for editing (dividing ( page  
47) or combining ( page 48)) in My Library, the editing may take a long time, depending on the length of  
the tracks and capabilities of your computer. This is due to limitations in the MiniDisc system. If you want to  
edit long tracks recorded in LinearPCM, we recommend that you do the editing on the recorder first, and then  
transfer the edited data to a computer afterwards.  
Viewing SonicStage Help  
SonicStage Help provides further details on how to use SonicStage.  
Click [Help] – [SonicStage Help] while SonicStage is running.  
[SonicStage Help]  
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Using MD Simple Burner  
MD Simple Burner allows you to record music tracks from an audio CD in the CD drive of your  
computer to the recorder without storing the data to the computer’s hard disk.  
There are two modes for recording from an audio CD: Simple mode (recording by the recorder  
operations) and Standard mode (recording by computer operations).  
Note  
Only audio CDs with a  
mark can be used with MD Simple Burner. We do not guarantee normal operation  
in the case of the copy-controlled CDs.  
Recording using the recorder operations (Simple mode)  
Insert a disc into the recorder and connect the recorder to your computer (  
page 21).  
1
Insert the audio CD that you want to record into the CD drive of your computer.  
Press and slide REC on the recorder.  
The operation lamp on the recorder flashes in red and recording starts. All tracks on the CD are  
recorded as a new group. Make sure not to disconnect the USB cable until the recording ends.  
2
3
To stop recording  
Click  
on the computer display.  
You can also stop recording by pressing · CANCEL on the recorder.  
Before starting recording, you can set the following settings by right-clicking the  
the task tray on the computer display.  
MD Simple Burner icon in  
You can select the recording mode by selecting [recording mode].  
— [Net MD]: [LP2] or [LP4]  
— [Hi-MD]: [PCM], [Hi-SP], [Hi-LP], or [48kbps]  
You can record the first track only by selecting [Recording settings] – [Record 1st Track Only].  
You can select the setting when the CDDB has more than one item of information by selecting [CDDB(r)]  
– [Multiple Matches].  
— [User Selection]: A selection window is displayed  
— [No Resolve]: No CD information is downloaded  
— [First Choice]: The first item is downloaded  
Note  
You cannot record in simple mode while the MD Simple Burner in standard mode or OpenMG software  
(SonicStage, OpenMG Jukebox, etc.) is active.  
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Recording by computer operations (Standard mode)  
Insert a disc into the recorder and connect the recorder to your computer (  
page 21).  
1
Double-click  
MD Simple Burner starts up.  
([MD Simple Burner] icon) on the desktop.  
2
3
Insert the audio CD that you want to record into the CD drive of your computer.  
You can operate MD Simple Burner from the following two display windows.  
The window for recording all tracks on the CD  
[REC/STOP]  
To start recording all tracks on the CD as a new group, click here.  
To stop recording, click [STOP].  
Total time of the  
selected tracks of CD  
CD icon  
MD icon  
Disc name (MD)  
Album name (CD)  
Remaining recording  
time of the inserted disc  
Artist name (CD)  
[Open]  
To open the display as  
Recording mode drop down menu  
shown on  
page 29,  
Net MD: LP2/LP4  
click here.  
Hi-MD: PCM/Hi-SP/Hi-LP/48 kbps  
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The window for recording selected tracks from an audio CD  
[CONFIG]  
Click here to do the following:  
— Set the CD-ROM drive  
— View version information for MD Simple Burner  
— Confirm CD information registered in the CDDB  
Track information (CD)  
Artist name  
Total time of the  
selected tracks of CD  
Track information (MD)  
You can change the  
track name and track  
number.  
Disc name  
(MD)  
Album title  
[REC/STOP]  
[New Group]  
[Get CD Info]  
Information of an audio CD  
(album name, track name, etc.)  
will be reflected in the track list.  
Recording mode  
drop down menu  
[Close]  
To close the display as shown  
on page 28, click here.  
CD operating section  
Use these controls to confirm the tracks on  
audio CD to be recorded.  
[Erase]  
[All Erase]  
Remaining time of the inserted disc  
To deselect all tracks, click here.  
To select all tracks, click here.  
Check boxes  
Check the box of the tracks that you want to record.  
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Storing non-audio data to a disc  
If you connect the recorder to a computer with a disc in Hi-MD mode inserted, the disc is  
recognized as storage media by the Windows Explorer, allowing you to store non-audio data such  
as text data or image data.  
For the storage space for each disc, refer to “The storage space for each disc (formatted with the  
recorder/SonicStage)” below.  
Insert a disc in Hi-MD mode into the recorder and connect the recorder to the  
1
computer ( page 21).  
The recorder is recognized as an external device and can be viewed on the Windows Explorer.  
You can use the recorder in the same way as other devices.  
Notes  
• When the SonicStage software is active, the recorder is not recognized as a data storage device.  
• If you format a disc on the computer, make sure to format the disc using the SonicStage software.  
• Make sure not to delete the file management folder and file (HMDHIFI folder and HI-MD.IND file) on the  
Windows Explorer.  
The storage space for each disc (formatted with the recorder/SonicStage)  
The storage space is varied depending on disc type.  
1GB Hi-MD disc 80-minute  
standard disc  
74-minute  
standard disc  
60-minute  
standard disc  
Total size  
964 MB  
291 MB  
270 MB  
219 MB  
Disc management  
space *  
1.65 MB  
1.65 MB  
1.65 MB  
1.65 MB  
Free space  
963 MB  
290 MB  
268 MB  
217 MB  
* This is space that is used for managing the files on the disc. The size of the disc management space changes  
according to the operating conditions of your computer and other factors. Therefore, the actual space available  
for use may be lower than that displayed by Windows Explorer.  
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Recording on a disc  
Recording on a disc  
This section explains the procedure for recording from a stereo microphone. Make sure that the  
rechargeable battery is sufficiently charged before recording. For details on the optional stereo  
microphone, see “Optional accessories” ( page 11).  
Connect the stereo microphone to MIC (PLUG IN POWER).  
1
Stereo microphone*  
To MIC (PLUG IN POWER)  
* The shape of the stereo microphone  
supplied with the MZ-M200 is different.  
Press OPEN to open the lid (). Insert a disc in the direction of the arrow (),  
and close the lid.  
2
OPEN  
with the label side  
facing up  
Continued  
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Confirm the operation mode.  
3
This recorder has two operation modes, “Hi-MD mode” and “MD mode”. The operation mode  
is automatically recognized whenever the disc is inserted. After you insert a disc, check the  
operation mode on the display window of the recorder. You can also check the recording mode  
setting (“REC Mode” in the menu). Change the recording mode if necessary ( page 50).  
“Hi-MD” lights up when the operation mode is Hi-MD mode and  
“MD” lights up when the operation mode is MD mode.  
Recording mode  
• When using a 1GB Hi-MD disc, the operation mode will only be Hi-MD.  
• When using a standard disc (60/74/80 minutes), the operation mode can be set as follows.  
Disc condition  
Operation mode  
Blank disc  
The mode set for the “Disc Mode”* in the menu.  
Set “Disc Mode” to “Hi-MD” or “MD”.  
The disc contains material  
recorded in Hi-MD mode  
Hi-MD  
The disc contains material  
recorded in MD mode  
MD  
* Refer to  
page 59 for “Disc Mode” in the menu.  
Press DISPLAY/MENU repeatedly and confirm the recording level setting (REC  
property).  
4
The indication displayed will vary according to the “REC Level” ( page 50) setting in the  
menu.  
• “REC Auto”: “REC Level” is set to “REC (AGC)”. The recorder adjusts the recording level  
automatically.  
• “REC XX”: “REC Level” is set to “Manual”. The recording level that was last set appears.  
You can also check the microphone recording setting (“MIC Sens” or “MIC AGC” in the  
menu) at the same time. Change the setting if necessary ( page 50).  
Microphone sensitivity (“MIC Sens”)  
• “High”: High sensitivity (“Sens High”)  
• ”Low”: Low sensitivity (“Sens Low”)  
“REC Auto” appears when “REC  
Level” is set to “Auto (AGC)”.  
Automatic microphone recording level adjustment  
mode (“MIC AGC”)  
• (none): Standard mode (“Standard”)  
• “ ”: Music mode (“For Music”)  
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Confirm that the operation lamp is off (), and then press and slide REC on the  
recorder ().  
The operation lamp lights up in red and recording starts.  
5
If you insert a previously recorded disc, the recording starts after the existing contents.  
The operation lamp  
REC  
Basic recording operations  
To  
Press  
Stop  
Pause  
Press · CANCEL. (The operation lamp disappears.)  
Press *. (The operation lamp flashes in red.) Press again to resume  
recording.  
Remove the disc  
Press · CANCEL and open the lid. (The lid does not open until  
“SystemFILE WRITING” disappears from the display and the operation  
lamp stops flashing.)  
Press T MARK. (The operation lamp disappears for a moment.)  
Adding track marks  
* A track mark is added at the point where you press again to resume recording while pausing; thus the  
remainder of the track will be counted as a new track.  
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Notes  
• When using a plug-in power-type microphone, the  
microphone can be operated even when its power  
switch is turned off since power is supplied from the  
recorder itself.  
You can select the mode for adjusting the  
microphone sensitivity or automatic recording level  
• Make sure to place the recorder at a stable,  
vibration-free place during recording.  
• If you start recording before the operation lamp  
turns off, the first few seconds of the material may  
not be recorded. Verify on the recorder that the  
operation lamp is off before you start recording.  
adjustment mode to suit the sound source ( page  
The recorder automatically switches input in the  
following order; optical input, microphone input,  
and analog input. You cannot record through the  
microphone while an optical cable is connected to  
the LINE IN (OPT) jack.  
50).  
• The recorder is factory set to make a new group  
whenever recording is done. If you do not want to  
make a group, set “Group REC” to “Off” ( page  
51).  
The microphone may pick up the operating sound  
of the recorder itself. Use the microphone away  
from the recorder in such cases. Please note that  
the sound of recorder operations may be picked  
up if the microphone that you use has a short  
connector.  
• To start recording from a specific point on the disc,  
pause the recorder at the desired point, and then  
start recording from that point.  
You can monitor the sound during recording.  
Changing the volume level will not affect the  
recording level.  
Only the left-channel sound is recorded when a  
monaural microphone is used.  
• Once the clock is set, tracks are automatically  
stamped with the time and date of recording (  
page 61).  
Make sure not to connect the USB cable while the  
recorder is operating. This may cause the recorder  
to malfunction or noise to be output.  
• It is preferable to use the recorder on house current  
when using the recorder for a long time, especially  
when recording.  
Do not touch the microphone and its plug while  
recording with the recorder connected to a wall  
outlet. Doing so may introduce noise in the  
recording.  
• Do not move or jog the recorder or disconnect the  
power source while recording, or while “DATA  
SAVE” or “SystemFILE WRITING” (“DATA  
SAVE” or “SYSTEM WRITE” on the remote) is  
displayed. If you do, the data recorded up to that  
point may not be recorded to the disc, or data on  
the disc may be damaged.  
• Recording cannot be done when the disc does not  
have enough space for recording.  
• 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 “DATA SAVE” or  
“SystemFILE WRITING” (“DATA SAVE” or  
“SYSTEM WRITE” on the remote) is displayed,  
then it will not be possible to open the lid until  
power is restored.  
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To change the display on the recorder  
Displayed items during  
recording  
Press DISPLAY/MENU repeatedly. Each  
time you press the button, the display changes  
cyclically as follows. (Recording level meter  
appears on the information display 1 (on  
the left column of this page) while recording.)  
Display window on the recorder  
While recording/while the recorder is  
stopped  
Group number, track number and elapsed time  
Battery indication ( page 15)  
Group number, track number, remaining  
Operation lamp  
recording time and remaining free space1)  
• During recording: lights up (red)  
• During recording pause: flashes (red)  
• When the remaining recording time on  
the disc is less than 3 minutes: flashes  
slowly (red)  
• When recording with the microphone:  
flashes according to the sound level  
(Voice mirror) (red)  
Number of tracks after the current track and  
remaining time after the current location on  
the disc2)  
Information display 1  
• Level meter (graphic above)  
REC property (current recording settings such  
as recording level, microphone setting, etc.)  
• Operation mode (example: Hi-MD)  
• Recording mode (example: Hi-SP)  
• Synchro-recording indication (SYNC)  
(
page 32)  
Information display 2  
Refer to “To change the display on the  
recorder” ( next).  
Current date and time  
Spectrum Analyzer (Standard)2)3)  
Spectrum Analyzer (Circle)2)3)  
1)  
Remaining free space appears only when the  
disc is used in Hi-MD mode and the recorder is  
stopped.  
2)  
Appears only when the recorder is stopped.  
3)  
Shows the level of each of the following  
frequencies for both the L-channel and R-channel:  
100 Hz, 250 Hz, 630 Hz, 1.6 kHz, 4 kHz, 10 kHz.  
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Display window on the remote  
To change the display on the remote  
Press DISPLAY repeatedly. Each time  
you press the button, the display changes  
cyclically as follows.  
While recording/while the recorder is  
stopped  
Disc indication  
Track number and elapsed time  
Track number/Total number of tracks in a  
disc  
Information display  
Track number, remaining recording time and  
Refer to “To change the display on the  
1)  
remaining free space  
remote” ( next).  
Battery indication  
Number of tracks on the disc and play mode  
2)3)  
and related information  
Current date and time  
1)  
Remaining free space appears only when the  
disc is used in Hi-MD mode and the recorder is  
stopped.  
2)  
Appears only when the recorder is stopped  
3)  
The items that are displayed differ according  
to the selected play mode. (Example: When the  
play mode is set to “Group”, “Group” and “  
Group name” appear.)  
:
Notes  
• Depending on the group settings, the operating  
conditions, and the disc settings, you may not be  
able to select certain indications or the indications  
may appear differently.  
• When a disc used in Hi-MD mode is inserted in  
the recorder, the free space will show as “2.0MB”  
when the remaining recording time becomes “R  
00:00”(“–00:00” on the remote). This is a system  
limitation, “2.0MB” being the capacity of the  
reserve domain.  
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Connect the optical cable to  
the recorder and an external  
component.  
3
Recording from  
externally connected  
component  
You can make digital recordings using an  
optical cable connected to a CD player, digital  
TV, or other digital equipment. Make sure to  
use an optical cable for this procedure.  
For details on the optional optical cable,  
see “Optional accessories” ( page 11).  
CD player, MD player,  
DVD Video player, etc.  
Connect the AC power cord and the  
USB cable to the AC power adaptor.  
To a digital  
(optical) out jack  
1
USB cable  
Optical  
mini-plug  
Optical  
plug  
Optical cable  
AC power adaptor  
AC power cord  
Connect the other end of the USB  
cable to the recorder and the AC  
power cord to a wall outlet.  
2
To a wall  
outlet  
Recorder  
To LINE IN (OPT)  
Press OPEN to open the lid and  
insert a disc in the recorder.  
4
5
To the USB cable  
connecting jack  
Confirm the settings of the  
operation mode and the recording  
level.  
Refer to steps 3 and 4 of “Recording on a  
disc” ( page 32).  
Pause the sound source to be  
recorded and confirm on the  
recorder that the operation lamp is  
off.  
6
Continued  
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Press and slide REC on the recorder  
and play the sound source you want  
to record.  
7
Track marks are automatically added at  
the same point as the sound source.  
When recording in analog  
You can record from equipment with analog  
output, such as a cassette recorder, radio, or  
TV.  
1
Using an optional connecting cord (RK-  
G129, etc.), connect the LINE IN (OPT)  
jack of the recorder to a LINE OUT jack  
of the radio cassette, TV or other external  
component.  
Connect the end of the connecting cord  
with the ferrite core to the recorder.  
2
3
Press and slide REC.  
Start playing the source.  
• The recorder is factory set to make a new group  
whenever recording is done. If you do not want to  
make a group, set “Group REC” to “Off” ( page  
51).  
• For details on the optional connecting cord, see  
“Optional accessories” ( page 11).  
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Playing a disc  
Playing a disc  
Press OPEN to open the lid ( ). Insert a disc in the direction of the arrow ( ),  
and close the lid.  
1
Connect the earphones with the remote to the recorder beforehand.  
Earphones with  
the remote  
To the /LINE OUT  
jack  
OPEN  
with the label side  
facing up  
Press the jog lever (/ENT) to play ( ), and adjust the volume by pressing  
2
VOL +/– ( ).  
The volume will be shown in the display.  
VOL +/–  
Jog lever (/ENT)  
On the remote  
Press the jog lever (/ENT). Playback starts. You can adjust the volume by turning the VOL  
+/– control.  
VOL +/– control  
Jog lever (/ENT)  
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Basic playback operations  
To  
Operation on the recorder (Operation on the remote is in  
parentheses)  
Play  
Play from a point  
where you stopped  
the recorder  
Press the jog lever (/ENT). Playback starts from the point you last  
stopped playing. (Press the jog lever (  
/ENT).)  
previously  
Play from the first  
track in a disc  
From stop, press and hold the jog lever (/ENT) until playback  
starts. (Press and hold the jog lever ( /ENT).)  
Stop  
Pause/Resume play  
after pausing  
Press . (Press the jog lever ( /ENT).)  
Stop playback  
Press · CANCEL. (Press .)  
Move the jog lever toward FR once, or move the jog lever toward FR  
repeatedly until you reach the beginning of the desired track.  
(Move the jog lever toward once, or move the jog lever toward  
repeatedly.)  
Search  
Find the beginning of  
the current track or  
previous tracks  
Find the beginning of  
the next track  
Move the jog lever toward FF once. (Move the jog lever toward   
once.)  
During playback or pause, move and hold the jog lever toward FR/FF.  
(Move and hold the jog lever toward /.)  
Go backwards or  
forward  
Cue to the next or  
previous group while  
playing track in a  
Press  
+/– on the remote repeatedly.  
group* (Group skip)  
Remove the disc  
Press · CANCEL and open the lid**. (Press and open the lid.)  
*
Cues to the beginning of every 10th track during playback of the disc with no group settings.  
** Once you open the lid, the point to start play will change to the beginning of the first track.  
Notes  
Make sure not to connect the USB cable while the recorder is operating. This may cause the recorder to  
malfunction or noise to be output.  
• The playback sound may skip if:  
— the recorder is subjected to strong, repeated shocks.  
— a dirty or scratched disc is played.  
When using a disc in Hi-MD mode, the sound may drop out for a maximum of about 12 seconds.  
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To change the display on the recorder  
Displayed items during  
playback  
Press DISPLAY/MENU repeatedly. Each  
time you press the button, the display changes  
cyclically as follows.  
While playing  
Group number, track number and elapsed time  
Display window on the recorder  
Group number, track number and remaining  
time of the current track  
Battery indication ( page 15)  
Operation lamp  
Number of tracks after the current track and  
remaining time after the current location on  
the disc  
After performing an editing operation  
during play or play pause: flashes slowly  
(red)  
Information display 1  
Level meter (graphic above)  
Information display 2  
Recording date and time*  
Refer to “To change the display on the  
recorder” ( next).  
Spectrum Analyzer (Standard)**  
Spectrum Analyzer (Circle)**  
*
Recording date and time are displayed if they  
have been recorded on the track.  
** Shows the level of each of the following  
frequencies for both the L-channel and R-  
channel: 100 Hz, 250 Hz, 630 Hz, 1.6 kHz,  
4 kHz, 10 kHz.  
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Track number and album name (Hi-MD) / Disc  
name (MD)  
Display window on the remote  
Number of tracks in the disc, play mode and  
related information1)  
Disc indication  
Track number/Total number of tracks in a  
disc  
Track number, recording date and time2)  
Information display  
Refer to “To change the display on the  
remote” ( next).  
Play mode and repeat mode information  
Track number and audio format information3)  
(
pages 43, 44)  
Sound setting ( page 45)  
Battery indication  
1)  
The items that are displayed differ according  
to the selected play mode. (Example: When the  
To change the display on the remote  
play mode is set to “Group”, “Group” and “  
Group name” appear.)  
:
Press DISPLAY repeatedly. Each time  
you press the button, the display changes  
cyclically as follows.  
2)  
3)  
Recording date and time are displayed if they have  
been recorded on the track.  
Recording mode, codec and bitrate information  
appear for discs used in Hi-MD mode, and  
recording mode information appears for discs used  
in MD mode.  
While playing  
Track number and elapsed time  
Notes  
Track number and remaining time of the current  
track  
• Depending on the group settings, the operating  
conditions, and the disc settings, you may not be  
able to select certain indications or the indications  
may appear differently.  
• When playing a VBR (Variable Bit Rate) MP3  
audio track, the displayed bit rate may differ from  
the bit rate displayed in the SonicStage software.  
Track number and track name  
• When the Virtual-Surround, 6-Band Equalizer  
and Dynamic Normalizer are active, their setting  
conditions are displayed in the Spectrum Analyzer.  
Track number and artist name (Hi-MD) / Group  
name (MD)  
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• When you select “Normal”  
Repeat the procedure in step 2 to select  
the desired track.  
3
Selecting the play  
mode  
The selected track starts playing.  
This function can be set on the remote only.  
• When you select “Group”, “Artist”,  
or “Album”  
Repeat the procedure in step 2 to select  
the desired group, artist, or album, and  
then repeat the procedure in step 2 again  
to select the desired track.  
Playing tracks in the  
selected play mode  
Press P MODE/  
more.  
for 2 seconds or  
1
2
The selected track starts playing.  
• When you select “Bookmark”  
Refer to “Listening to selected tracks  
Move the jog lever toward /  
to select the desired play mode, and  
then press the jog lever.  
only (Bookmark Play)” ( this page).  
When you move the jog lever, changes,  
and when you press the jog lever,   
appears in the display.  
Listening to selected  
tracks only (Bookmark Play)  
You can bookmark tracks on a disc and play  
them only. The sequence of bookmarked  
tracks cannot be changed.  
While playing the track you want to  
bookmark, press the jog lever for 2  
seconds or more.  
1
Display /  
Play mode  
“ON” appears and “ ” flashes slowly in  
the display.  
Normal/—  
All tracks after the selected  
track are played.  
Tracks in a specified group  
are played.  
Group/  
Repeat step 1 to bookmark the  
other tracks.  
2
Tracks by a specified artist  
are played.  
Artist/  
*
Tracks in a specified album  
are played.  
Album/  
*
Do step 1 and select “Bookmark”  
in step 2 of “Playing tracks in the  
3
Bookmarked tracks are  
played.  
Bookmark/  
selected play mode” ( this page).  
*Appears only for discs used in Hi-MD mode.  
Move the jog lever toward /  
to select a track, and then press the  
jog lever to enter.  
4
The recorder plays from the selected  
bookmarked track to the last bookmarked  
track.  
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To erase bookmarks  
Listening to a section of a  
track repeatedly  
(A-B Repeat)  
You can listen to a specific section within a  
track repeatedly by selecting the starting point  
A, and ending point B. Make sure that points  
A and B are within the same track.  
While playing the track for which you want to  
erase the bookmark, press the jog lever for 2  
seconds or more.  
Playing tracks repeatedly  
(Repeat Play)  
By specifying Repeat play, you can listen to  
tracks selected in Play mode in various ways.  
While playing, press P MODE/  
repeatedly until “A-” appears in the  
display.  
1
Press P MODE/  
repeatedly to  
1
select the desired repeat mode.  
“A” (starting point) flashes in the display.  
Each time you press the button, the  
display changes as follows.  
Press the jog lever at the starting  
point (A).  
2
Display  
Repeat mode  
Point “A” lights on and “B” flashes in the  
display.  
All tracks repeat (All  
tracks on the disc are  
played repeatedly.)  
1
Single-track repeat (The  
selected track is played  
repeatedly.)  
Press the jog lever at the ending  
point (B).  
“A-B” and “ ” appear and the section  
between point A and B starts playing  
repeatedly.  
3
SHUF  
A- (A-B  
Shuffle repeat (All tracks  
on the disc are played in  
random order repeatedly)  
)
A-B Repeat play (Tracks  
between the selected  
points A and B are  
You can reset points A and B by moving the jog  
lever toward during A-B Repeat play.  
played repeatedly.)  
To cancel Repeat Play  
Press P MODE/  
repeatedly until  
disappears from the display.  
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Selecting the sound  
Adjusting the sound  
quality (6-Band Equalizer)  
The following three effect can be selected.  
V-SUR (Virtual-Surround VPT Acoustic  
Engine):  
Provides 4 kinds of virtual surround  
conditions.  
While playing, press SOUND  
repeatedly until “SND” appears in  
the display.  
1
Press SOUND for 2 seconds or  
more.  
• 6-BAND EQUALIZER:  
Provides 6 different sound qualities.  
2
• DYNAMIC NORMALIZER:  
Normalizes the sound level automatically.  
Move the jog lever toward /  
to select the sound mode.  
Each time you move the jog lever, and  
changes as follows.  
3
This function can be set on the remote only.  
Varying the virtual  
sound to create different  
acoustics (Virtual-Surround)  
While playing, press SOUND  
repeatedly until “SUR” appears in  
the display.  
1
Level of each frequency appears alternately.  
(100 Hz, 250 Hz, 630 Hz, 1.6 kHz, 4 kHz, 10 kHz)  
Heavy  
Pops  
SND H  
SND P  
SND J  
SND U  
SND 1  
SND 2  
Press SOUND for 2 seconds or  
more.  
2
Jazz  
Move the jog lever toward /  
to select the surround mode.  
Each time you move the jog lever, and  
changes as follows.  
Unique  
Custom 1  
Custom 2  
3
Press the jog lever to enter the  
selection.  
4
To cancel the setting  
Press SOUND repeatedly until “Normal”  
appears in the display.  
Studio  
Live  
SUR S  
SUR L  
SUR C  
SUR A  
Club  
Arena  
Press the jog lever to enter the  
selection.  
4
To cancel the setting  
Press SOUND repeatedly until “Normal”  
appears in the display.  
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Customizing sound quality  
You can customize the sound and store the  
results in “Custom1” and “Custom2”.  
Normalizing the playback  
sound level automatically  
(Dynamic Normalizer)  
This function automatically normalizes the  
sound level of the recorded material for  
comfortable listening during playback.  
1
Do steps 1 to 3 of “Selecting the sound  
quality (6-Band Equalizer)” ( page 45),  
and select “Custom1” or “Custom2”.  
2
3
Press the jog lever.  
Move the jog lever toward /  
repeatedly to select the frequency range.  
While playing, press SOUND  
repeatedly until “D-Normal” appears  
in the display.  
1
“d” appears at .  
Frequency range (100 Hz)  
There are six frequency ranges.  
100 Hz, 250 Hz, 630 Hz, 1.6 kHz, 4 kHz, 10 kHz  
4
Turn the VOL +/– control repeatedly to  
select the sound level.  
Turn the VOL +/– control to adjust  
the volume.  
2
Level (+10 dB)  
• Since this function automatically balances the  
sound level, it minimizes troublesome volume  
adjustments, especially for discs containing tracks  
with very different volume levels.  
You can select from among seven levels.  
–10 dB, –6 dB, –3 dB, 0 dB, +3 dB, +6 dB, +10 dB  
5
6
Repeat steps 3 and 4 to make adjustments  
for the remaining frequency ranges.  
Press the jog lever to enter the selection.  
• This function allows you to hear low-volume  
sounds in places where the surrounding noise is  
loud without having to turn up the volume too  
high.  
To cancel the setting  
Press SOUND repeatedly until “Normal”  
appears in the display.  
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Editing  
Move the jog lever toward FF/FR to  
adjust the point to divide.  
2
Dividing a track (Divide)  
Moving the jog lever moves the dividing  
point forward or backwards. The dividing  
point can be moved up to a maximum of  
8 seconds forward or backwards from the  
point T MARK was pressed in step 1.  
You can divide a track with a track mark  
while playing, creating a new track from the  
part following the track mark. This function  
can be set on the recorder only.  
Note  
The point T MARK  
is pressed in  
step 1.  
You cannot divide a track if:  
• the track has been transferred from a computer.  
The dividing point shifts  
a maximum of 8 seconds  
forward or backwards.  
• the track has been recorded in Hi-MD mode using  
the MD Simple Burner software.  
• the dividing point is at the beginning or end of the  
track.  
• the division would cause the total number of tracks  
on the disc to exceed the maximum allowed (2,047  
tracks for a disc used in Hi-MD mode or 254  
tracks for a disc used in MD mode).  
The moved four-second interval plays  
back repeatedly.  
While playing or pausing, press  
T MARK at the point you want to  
mark.  
1
Press the jog lever to enter the  
dividing point.  
3
“MARK ON” appears in the display and  
the track is divided.  
Adjusting the dividing  
point before dividing a  
track (Divide Rehearsal)  
You can make fine adjustments to the track  
mark position before making the actual  
division.  
You can use the Speed Control function ( page  
53) during the Divide Rehearsal function. This  
allows you to reduce the playback speed to carry out  
the division more accurately.  
While playing or pausing, press  
T MARK for 2 seconds or more.  
1
Note  
It is recommended that you use the recorder  
to divide long tracks recorded in LinearPCM.  
Transferring such tracks and dividing them on the  
computer may require extremely long time.  
Four seconds of the track from the point  
T MARK is pressed is played back  
repeatedly.  
The point T MARK is pressed.  
Four seconds of the track plays  
back repeatedly.  
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Combining tracks  
(Combine)  
When a track mark is erased when you combine two  
tracks, the title and the recording date of the second  
track changes to those of the first track.  
You can erase a track mark to combine the  
tracks before and after the track mark.  
This function can be set on the recorder only.  
Notes  
• When you erase a track mark between the two  
consecutive tracks that are assigned into different  
groups, the second track is re-assigned into the  
group containing the first track. In addition, if  
you combine a track that is assigned to a group  
with a track that is not assigned to a group (two  
consecutive tracks), the second track takes the  
same registration setting as the first track.  
Note  
You cannot combine tracks if:  
• one of the two tracks or the both tracks have been  
transferred from the computer.  
• one of the two tracks or the both tracks have been  
recorded in Hi-MD mode using the MD Simple  
Burner software.  
• It is recommended that you use the recorder to  
combine long tracks recorded in LinearPCM.  
Transferring such tracks and combining them on  
the computer may require extremely long time.  
• the tracks are recorded in different recording  
mode.  
While playing the track with the  
track mark you want to erase, press  
1
to pause.  
Find the track mark by moving the  
jog lever toward FR slightly.  
2
For example, to erase the third track mark,  
find the beginning of the third track.  
“00:00” appears in the display. “MARK”  
appears in the display for a few seconds.  
Press T MARK to erase the mark.  
3
“MARK OFF” appears in the display. The  
track mark is erased and the two tracks are  
combined.  
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Using the Menu  
Using the Menu  
DISPLAY/MENU  
· CANCEL  
Jog lever  
(FF, FR,  
/ENT)  
Press DISPLAY/MENU for 2 seconds or more.  
1
Move the jog lever toward FF/FR repeatedly to select the item.  
2
3
4
Press the jog lever (/ENT) .  
Repeat steps 2 and 3.  
The setting will be entered.  
On the remote  
To return the preceding setting  
Some menu items for playback and editing  
Press · CANCEL (on the remote).  
can also be set on the remote.  
To stop operation  
Press · CANCEL (on the remote) for 2  
DISPLAY  
seconds or more.  
Jog lever  
(, , /ENT)  
1
2
Press DISPLAY for 2 seconds or more.  
Move the jog lever toward /  
repeatedly to select the item.  
3
4
Press the jog lever (/ENT).  
Repeat steps 2 and 3.  
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Menus for recording  
Select “REC Settings” in the menu. Recording-related menus can be set only on the recorder.  
Items  
Options (: Default settings)  
PCM1)  
REC Mode  
Recording time is approximately 28 minutes on 80-minute  
standard disc, and approximately 1 hour and 34 minutes on 1  
GB Hi-MD disc (LinearPCM recording).  
Hi-SP 1)  
Recording time is approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes on  
80-minute standard disc, and approximately 7 hours and 55  
minutes on 1 GB Hi-MD disc.  
Hi-LP1)  
Recording time is approximately 10 hours and 10 minutes on  
80-minute standard disc, and approximately 34 hours on 1 GB  
Hi-MD disc.  
SP 2)  
LP22)3)  
LP42)3)  
Recording time is approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes on  
80-minute standard disc.  
Recording time is approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes on  
80-minute standard disc.  
Recording time is approximately 5 hours and 20 minutes on  
80-minutes standard disc.  
REC Level  
MIC AGC  
The recorder adjusts the recording level automatically.  
Auto (AGC)   
Manual  
You can adjust the recording level manually ( page 52).  
Microphone recording level adjustment mode for recording  
sources such as conversations. The recording level is  
automatically adjusted to suppress distortion and produce clear  
recordings. Can be selected while “REC Level” is set to “Auto  
(AGC)”.  
Standard   
For Music  
Microphone recording level adjustment mode for recording  
sources such as music concerts or jam sessions. The recording  
level is automatically adjusted to obtain greater distortion  
suppression and natural volume transitions close to those in the  
original sound. Can be selected while “REC Level” is set to  
“Auto (AGC)”.  
MIC Sens  
Microphone sensitivity for recording sounds of normal volume,  
such as a conversation.  
Sens High   
Sens Low  
Microphone sensitivity for recording loud or close-range  
sounds, such as a music concert.  
Time Mark  
Track marks are automatically added as they appear in the  
sound source.  
Off   
On  
Time 01 min - Track marks are added at specified intervals. This interval can  
Time 60 min be set in 1-minute units up to 60 minutes.  
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Items  
Options (: Default settings)  
Group REC  
Off  
The recorder does not make a new group at the start of  
recording.  
The recorder makes a new group at the start of recording.  
On   
SYNC REC  
Normal recording is performed.  
Off   
On  
Synchro-recording is performed (recording starts and stops in  
sync with the sound source when digital recording).  
1) Appears only for discs used in Hi-MD mode. Audio components marked with the  
support “PCM”, “Hi-SP” and “Hi-LP” recording modes.  
or  
logo mark  
2) Appears only for discs used in MD mode.  
3) Audio components marked with the  
or  
logo mark support “LP2” and “LP4” recording modes.  
Setting for microphone recording (“MIC  
AGC”)  
Setting for adding track marks (“Time  
Mark”)  
Using Time Mark to add track marks  
while recording  
• When the elapsed recording time exceeds  
the time interval for Time Mark:  
The recorder adds track marks at the point  
you set the time interval and from that point  
the recorder adds a track mark whenever the  
time interval has elapsed.  
Example: 8 minutes of recording has been  
completed when the Time Mark time interval is set  
to 5 minutes.  
When the sound being recorded (e.g., music) is  
low in volume and the surrounding sound is loud  
(audience noise, applause, etc.), the “Standard”  
setting in the “MIC AGC” menu is more suitable.  
Note  
You cannot set the “MIC AGC” setting if the  
recorder is set to adjust the recording level manually  
(while “REC Level” in the menu is set to “Manual”)  
(
page 52).  
A track mark will be added at the 8-minute point  
(after the start of recording) and after each 5-  
minute interval thereafter.  
• When the time interval set for Time Mark  
exceeds the elapsed recording time:  
The recorder adds track marks when the set  
Time Mark time interval has elapsed.  
Example: Three minutes of recording has been  
completed when the Time Mark time interval is set  
to 5 minutes.  
A track mark will be added at the 5-minute point  
(after the start of recording) and after each 5-  
minute interval thereafter.  
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Adjusting the recording  
level manually  
“T” appears before the time display for track marks  
added with the “Time Mark” setting.  
If necessary, you can set the recording level  
manually during both analog and digital  
recording.  
Notes  
• “Time Mark” can be set only when recording  
through the analog input connector or a  
microphone.  
While the recorder is stopped or in  
recording pause, enter the menu (  
1
• If while recording you add a track mark by  
pressing T MARK or (pause), etc., from that  
point onward the recorder will begin automatically  
adding track marks at regular intervals, as set by  
“Time Mark”.  
page 49) and select “REC Settings”  
– “REC Level” – “Manual”.  
Press and slide REC while pressing  
.  
• “Time Mark” is canceled when you connect a  
digital optical cable to the recorder.  
2
The operation lamp flashes in red and the  
recorder stands by for recording.  
Setting for synchro-recording (“SYNC  
REC”)  
Play the source.  
3
4
When there is no sound from the connected player  
for about 3 seconds during synchro-recording, 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.  
While observing the level meter in  
the display, adjust the recording  
level by moving the jog lever toward  
FF/FR.  
Set the level so that the level meter lights  
up at around “–12 dB”. If high sound  
input causes the “OVER” segment (“ ”)  
to light up, lower the recording level.  
Notes  
• The pause function cannot be turned on or off  
manually during synchro-recording.  
• Do not switch the “SYNC REC” setting while  
recording. Recording may not be done properly.  
• Even when there is no 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.  
Press again to start recording.  
5
If your source is an externally connected  
component, play the source to the  
beginning of the material to be recorded,  
and then start recording.  
• If a silent portion is encountered for approximately  
2 seconds during synchro-recording 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.  
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You can adjust the recording level during  
recording by moving the jog lever.  
• Even after recording ends, the recording level  
stays the same until it is adjusted again.  
Notes  
You cannot adjust the left and right channel levels  
separately.  
• To adjust the recording level manually when  
synchro-recording, do steps 1 to 4 of the  
procedure in this section with “SYNC REC” is set  
to “Off”. Afterwards, set “SYNC REC” setting to  
“On”, and start recording ( page 51).  
Menu for playback  
Menu for playback can be set with the remote only.  
Items  
Options  
SpeedCtrl  
+100% - –50%,  
Changes the playback speed. The normal playback speed can  
be varied in 15 steps.  
To return to normal speed  
Notes  
Set the playback speed to 0 %.  
• When using Speed Control, you may hear noise or  
an echo in the playback.  
• The Virtual Surround, 6-Band Equalizer and  
Dynamic Normalizer functions are disabled while  
Speed Control is being used.  
When you set a playback speed other than 0 %,  
“SC” appears to the left of the time display in the  
display window of the remote.  
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Menus for editing  
Editing-related menus can be used on either the recorder or the remote.  
Before editing  
Make sure not to move or jog the recorder or disconnect the power source while editing or  
“SystemFILE WRITING” is displayed. If you do, the data edited up to that point may not be  
recorded to the disc, or data on the disc may be damaged.  
Menus on the recorder  
Select “Edit” in the menu.  
Items  
Options  
Move  
Track Move  
Changes the track order on the disc ( page 56).  
Group Move  
Track Erase  
Changes the group order on the disc ( page 56).  
Erase  
Erases a track. Can be used when the track you want to erase is  
played.  
Group Erase  
All Tr Erase  
Erases a group and all tracks in a group. Can be used when a track  
in the group you want to erase is played.  
Erases the entire disc. Can be used while the recorder is stopped.  
Format*  
Formats a disc to restore it to the condition it was in at the time of purchase.  
* Appears only for discs used in Hi-MD mode.  
Menus on the remote  
Items  
Options  
Title  
Track  
Adds a track name.  
(
page 57)  
Group  
Artist*  
Album*  
Disc  
Adds a group name.  
Adds an artist name to a track.  
Adds an album name to a track.  
Adds a disc name.  
* Appears only for discs used in Hi-MD mode  
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The Erase function (“Erase”)  
The Format function (“Format”)  
When erasing a track or a group  
Note that once a recorded item has been  
erased, it cannot be recovered. Make sure  
to confirm the contents of the selected item  
before erasing it.  
When formatting a disc  
When a disc is formatted, the number of  
transfer authorizations for the transferred  
tracks is affected as follows.  
• For 1GB Hi-MD discs, the number of  
transfer authorizations for the transferred  
tracks is restored when the disc is inserted  
and the recorder is connected to the  
computer.  
• For 60/74/80-minute standard discs, the  
number of transfer authorizations for  
transferred tracks decreases by one. To  
prevent the reduction, restore the transfer  
authorization by transferring the tracks to  
the computer again before formatting the  
disc.  
When erasing tracks that have been  
transferred from the computer  
When you try to erase tracks that have been  
transferred from the computer, “TRACK  
FROM PC” and “ERASE OK?” appear in the  
display. If you erased tracks that have been  
transferred from the computer, the transfer  
authorization of the tracks will be as follows.  
• If the tracks were transferred in Hi-MD  
mode, the transfer authorization of the  
tracks are restored automatically when you  
insert the disc into the recorder and then  
connect the recorder to the computer.  
• If the tracks were transferred in MD mode,  
the transfer authorization of the tracks is  
lost. If you do not want to lose the transfer  
authorization, restore the authorization by  
transferring the tracks to the computer again  
before erasing them.  
Note  
By formatting a disc, all data (including non-audio  
data) will be erased. If you think a disc contains such  
data, insert the disc into the recorder and connect  
the recorder to the computer to check the contents  
of the disc.  
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 ( page 47).  
Notes  
You cannot use the “Erase” function to delete non-  
audio data (for example, text data or image data)  
on a disc used in Hi-MD mode.  
• When all tracks in a group are deleted using the  
“Track Erase” function, that group is automatically  
deleted from the disc.  
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Moving a track on a disc  
Move the jog lever toward FF/FR to  
select the destination track number,  
and then press the jog lever to enter  
the selection.  
3
You can move a track from one group to  
another or from inside a group to outside the  
group. When you move tracks, track numbers  
are automatically renumbered. This function  
can be set on the recorder only.  
Select the destination track number.  
(Example: when moving the selected track to  
the track number 10 in the group 02)  
While the recorder is stopped or  
1
playing the track you want to move,  
enter the menu ( page 49) and  
select “Edit” – “Move” – “Track  
Move”.  
Note  
If all tracks are moved out of the group, the group  
automatically disappears from the disc.  
If the selected track is in the group, the  
group number to which the currently  
selected track belongs appears in the  
display.  
Changing the order of a  
group on a disc  
This function can be set on the recorder only.  
If the selected track is not in the group, the  
currently selected track number appears in  
the display.  
While the recorder is stopped or  
playing a track within a group  
whose order you want to change,  
1
enter the menu ( page 49) and  
select “Edit” – “Move” – “Group  
Move”.  
The group number to which the currently  
selected track belongs appears in the  
display.  
• If you are moving a track from  
inside a group to outside the  
group, or if there is no group on a  
disc  
2
Skip this step.  
• If you are moving a track within  
the same group  
Press the jog lever while the group  
number to which the currently selected  
track belongs is displayed.  
Move the jog lever toward FF/FR  
to select the destination group  
number, and then press the jog  
lever to enter the selection.  
2
Select the destination group number.  
(Example: when moving “Group01” to the  
second group (Group 02))  
• If you are moving a track to a  
different group  
Move the jog lever toward FF/FR to  
select the destination group number, and  
then press the jog lever.  
Select the destination group number.  
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Maximum number of characters that can  
be input per disc*  
In Hi-MD mode:  
A maximum of about 55,000 characters  
In MD mode:  
A maximum of about 1,700 characters  
* The number of titles that can be stored on a disc  
depends on the number of characters that are input  
for track names, group names, artist names, album  
names and disc name.  
Adding titles (Title Input)  
You can add titles while the recorder is  
playing or stopped.  
• When adding a track name, artist name, or  
album name to a track:  
Add the title while playing the track to be  
labeled or while the recorder is stopped.  
• When adding a group name:  
Add the title while playing a track in the  
group to be labeled or while the recorder is  
stopped.  
Note  
If you enter the symbol “//” between the characters  
in disc names such as “abc//def”, you may be unable  
to use the group function (in MD mode only).  
This function can be set on the remote only.  
Available characters  
Capital and small letters of the alphabet for  
English and European languages*  
Numbers 0 to 9  
Enter the menu ( page 49) and  
select “Title”, and then select one of  
the following.  
1
Symbols**  
*
European alphabets appear only for discs used in  
Hi-MD mode.  
Title  
Track name  
Display  
Track  
Group  
Artist  
Album  
Disc  
** The available symbols will differ for Hi-MD  
mode and MD mode.  
Group name  
Artist name (to a track)*  
Album name (to a track)*  
Disc name  
Maximum number of characters per name  
Track names, group names, artist names,  
album names and disc name: Approx. 200  
each (containing a mixture of all available  
characters)  
* Appears only for discs used in Hi-MD mode.  
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Turn the VOL +/– control to select  
a letter and press the jog lever to  
enter.  
Repeat step 2 and enter all  
characters of the label name.  
2
3
4
Press the jog lever for 2 seconds or  
more to enter the title.  
The selected letter appears and the cursor  
moves to the next input position.  
Notes  
• The recorder is able to display, but cannot label  
using Japanese “Katakana” characters.  
The buttons and control used for character  
input and their functions are listed below.  
• The recorder cannot rewrite a track name, a group  
name, an artist name, an album name, or a disc  
name of more than 200 letters that was created by  
another device (in MD mode only).  
Functions  
Operation  
To move the cursor Move the jog lever  
to the left or right. toward /.  
To enter a letter.  
Press the jog lever  
(/ENT).  
To switch between  
capital letters,  
Press P MODE/  
.
small letters, and  
numbers/marks  
(Aa0).  
To switch capital  
letters and small  
letters. (Aa)  
Press SOUND.  
To insert a blank  
space.  
Press  
Press  
+.  
–.  
To delete a letter.  
Option menus  
Select “Option” in the menu. Option menus can be used on both the recorder and the remote.  
Items  
Options (item displayed on the remote is in parentheses) (: Default settings)  
AVLS1)  
The volume changes without limiting the volume level.  
Off  
(AVLS Off)   
On  
(AVLS On)  
The volume is limited to minimize sound leakage or sound pressure  
on the ears. If the volume is turned up too high, “AVLS NO VOL  
OPERATION” appears and the volume is kept at a moderate level.  
Off (Beep Off)  
The beep is turned off.  
Beep  
The beep sounds when you operate the recorder.  
On (Beep On)   
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Items  
Options (item displayed on the remote is in parentheses) (: Default settings)  
EL Light2)  
Auto Off  
When no operation has occurred for 10 seconds, the display window  
darkens. If no operation occurs for 5 more seconds, the display  
window automatically turns off to conserve battery power (only the  
battery level indication remains lit).  
The display window remains lit while the recorder is operating.  
On   
Backlight3)  
The backlight on the remote turns on when an operation occurs  
on the recorder or remote. If no operation has occurred for a few  
seconds, it automatically turns off again.  
Auto   
On  
The backlight stays on while the recorder is operating.  
The backlight stays off.  
Off  
Quick Mode  
Disc Mode  
Off  
(Quick Off)  
If you do not operate the recorder for a while, the recorder turns off  
automatically to prevent wearing down the battery.  
The recorder does not turn off automatically. Playback starts quickly  
after the playback button is pressed.  
On  
(Quick On)   
When you insert a 60/74/80-minute standard disc that contains no  
audio data or no data such as images, the disc mode is set to the  
Hi-MD mode.  
Hi-MD   
MD  
When you insert a 60/74/80-minute standard disc that contains no  
audio data or no data such as images, the disc mode is set to the  
MD mode. If you want to use the disc recorded on this recorder on  
another component that does not support Hi-MD, record the disc  
with “Disc Mode” set to “MD.”  
Audio Out2)  
Select when connecting the supplied remote to the /LINE OUT  
jack on the recorder or when connecting headphones or earphones  
directly to the /LINE OUT jack.  
Headphone   
Line Out  
Select when using an optional audio connecting cord to connect the  
/LINE OUT jack on the recorder to an external component for  
sound output.  
Clock Set2)  
Sets the date and time ( page 61).  
FW Version2)  
Displays the version of the firmware in the recorder.  
1)  
AVLS stands for “Automatic Volume Limiter System”.  
You can set with the recorder only.  
2)  
3)  
You can set with the remote only.  
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Setting for recorder display (“EL Light”)  
Setting for the /LINE OUT jack (“Audio  
Out”)  
Notes  
• Even when “EL Light” is set to “Auto Off”, the  
display window will not turn off while:  
Notes  
• If “Audio Out” is set to “Line Out”, Virtual  
Surround, 6-Band Equalizer, or Dynamic  
Normalizer will not function.  
— the recorder is being used with the AC power  
adaptor.  
— charging the rechargeable battery.  
— the recorder is connected to a computer.  
— a menu item is being selected.  
• “Audio Out” cannot be set to “Line Out” when the  
remote is connected.  
• When you connect the headphones/earphones  
directly to the recorder, make sure to set “Audio  
Out” to “Headphone”.  
— the recorder is fast forwarding, fast rewinding,  
or using AMS.  
• When “Audio Out” is set to “Line Out”, do not  
connect the headphones/earphones. The sound  
from the headphones/earphones will be very loud.  
— the Divide Rehearsal function is being  
performed.  
— messages are displayed.  
• If the recorder is connected to a component such  
as an active speaker and “Audio Out” is set to  
“Headphone”, make sure to set “Beep” to “Off”  
(“Beep Off” on the remote).  
• If the battery grows weak during recording (the  
level indication appears as  
), the display  
window darkens to conserve battery power  
regardless of the “EL Light” setting.  
• The operation lamp does not turn off even when  
“EL Light” is set to “Auto Off”.  
Setting for quick mode (“Quick Mode”)  
Note  
When “Quick Mode” is set to “On” (“Quick On” on  
the remote), power continues to flow in the recorder  
even when it is not being operated. The power is  
automatically cut off when the batteries become  
drained.  
Setting for disc mode (“Disc Mode”)  
Notes  
• Even if you select “MD” as the “Disc Mode”  
setting, the operation mode can only be “Hi-MD”  
when using a 1GB Hi-MD disc.  
• The operation mode set in the “Disc Mode” menu  
is applied to a blank 60/74/80-minute standard  
disc used on the recorder even if a different  
operation mode was selected in the SonicStage  
software or a different operation mode appeared  
on the display after the disc was formatted by the  
SonicStage software.  
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Notes  
Setting the clock  
• Make sure the time is correctly set if you want  
the time stamp to be accurately recorded for an  
important recording.  
Once the clock is set, the recorder  
automatically stamps the recording time and  
date for each track recorded. This function  
can be set on the recorder only.  
• Under normal conditions, the clock may vary by  
about plus or minus 3 minutes per month.  
• Transferred tracks will not include recorded date  
information even when the clock is set.  
When the recorder is stopped, enter  
1
the menu ( page 49) and select  
• When the computer changes to system suspend,  
sleep, or hibernation mode while the recorder  
is connected, power (bus power) supply to the  
recorder stops. Therefore, if the rechargeable  
battery is either depleted or it is not inserted in the  
recorder, the clock setting of the recorder will be  
lost.  
“Option” – “Clock Set”.  
Change the current year by  
pressing VOL +/–, and then press  
the jog lever.  
2
3
The digit of the month flashes.  
Repeat step 2 to enter the current  
month, date, hour, and minute.  
When you press the jog lever to enter the  
minute, the clock starts operating.  
To display the current time  
While the recorder is stopped or recording,  
press DISPLAY/MENU (DISPLAY on the  
remote) repeatedly.  
To select the 24-hour or 12-hour clock  
While setting the clock, press DISPLAY/  
MENU.  
To maintain the correct time  
Once you set the clock, it will keep correct  
time as long as the recorder is connected  
to a power source, such as the charged  
rechargeable battery or house current.  
However, if no power source is connected or  
the rechargeable battery becomes depleted,  
the clock setting will change back to the  
factory setting after 3 minutes.  
• While setting the clock, you can select the item to  
be set (year, month, date, etc.) by moving the jog  
lever toward FF/FR.  
• If you connect the recorder to a computer and  
activate SonicStage, the clock on the recorder will  
be automatically set to match the computer’s clock  
(only when the operation mode of the recorder is  
“Hi-MD mode”).  
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Troubleshooting  
Troubleshooting  
If a problem occurs during recorder operation, follow the steps described below before consulting  
the nearest Sony dealer. If any messages appear, it is recommended to take notes.  
1
Check to see if the problem is listed in “Troubleshooting.”  
Check “Messages” ( page 71) for the problem as well.  
2
If after step 1 you still cannot solve the problem, consult your nearest Sony dealer.  
While charging  
Symptom  
Case and/or corrective action  
The rechargeable battery does not  
start charging. The rechargeable  
battery cannot be fully charged.  
The rechargeable battery has been inserted incorrectly or the AC  
power adaptor, the AC power cord, or the USB cable has been  
connected incorrectly. Insert the rechargeable battery correctly or  
connect the AC power adaptor, the AC power cord, or the USB  
cable correctly.  
No rechargeable battery is inserted. Insert the rechargeable battery  
(
page 14).  
The rechargeable battery is depleted. Charge the rechargeable  
battery. It takes one minute after connecting the USB cable to  
the recorder for an indication to appear and charging to start. If  
charging does not start even after a minute, reconnect the USB  
cable to the recorder again.  
The surrounding temperature is too high or too low (“CHARGE  
+5°C – +35°C/41F–95F” appears in the display). Charge the  
battery at a temperature of +5 °C (+41 °F) to +35 °C (+95 °F).  
The battery will take longer to charge if you operate the recorder  
while charging the battery with the AC power adaptor, or do  
computer-related operations while charging with USB bus power.  
For faster charging, do not operate the recorder.  
You pressed the jog lever or one of the buttons on the recorder at  
the time you connect the USB cable.  
The rechargeable battery has  
become drained even when the  
recorder was not used for a while.  
“Quick Mode” was set to “On” (“Quick On” on the remote) (  
page 59). If you set “Quick Mode” to “On” (“Quick On” on the  
remote), the power stays on inside the recorder even when there  
is no operation, causing the rechargeable battery life to shorten.  
If the rechargeable battery is not fully charged, the battery  
may become drained after a while. If this happens, charge the  
rechargeable battery again.  
Even when fully charged, the life  
of the battery is only about half  
what it normally is. The remaining  
charging time is about a half the  
usual time.  
The capacity of the rechargeable battery has decreased because  
the battery is reaching the end of its service life. Replace the  
rechargeable battery with the new one (optional).  
The recorder become hot during  
the charging procedure.  
This is normal and poses no danger.  
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While the recorder is connected to the computer  
Symptom  
Case and/or corrective action  
The recorder is not recognized by  
the computer.  
The USB cable is not firmly connected. Connect the USB cable  
firmly to the recorder and the computer ( page 21). If the  
recorder is still not recognized, disconnect the USB cable, restart  
the computer, and then reconnect the USB cable.  
A USB hub is used. Connect the USB cable directly to the USB  
port of the computer.  
Network communication has failed. Disconnect the USB cable,  
wait at least 2 seconds, and then reconnect it. If the recorder is still  
not recognized, disconnect the USB cable, restart the computer,  
and then reconnect the USB cable.  
In the case of Windows 2000 Professional, if you disconnect  
a USB cable after turning on or restarting the computer, the  
computer may not recognize the recorder when you reconnect  
the USB cable. In this case, disconnect the USB cable, restart the  
computer, and then reconnect the USB cable. Try updating your  
operating system also.  
A disc is not inserted in the recorder. Check if a disc is inserted in  
the recorder.  
The software installation failed. Disconnect the recorder and  
install the software again ( page 20).  
The recorder is not recognized  
as an external device in Windows  
Explorer.  
The inserted disc is recorded in MD mode. Insert a disc recorded  
in Hi-MD mode.  
A blank 60/74/80-minute standard disc has been inserted with  
“Disc Mode” in the menu set to “MD”. Set “Disc Mode” to “Hi-  
MD” ( page 59).  
Even though the USB cable is  
used to connect the recorder, the  
display on the recorder does not  
indicate it is connected.  
It takes time to recognize SonicStage. Please wait.  
The other application software is running. Reconnect the USB  
cable after a while. If the computer still does not recognize the  
recorder, disconnect the USB cable, restart the computer, and  
reconnect the USB cable.  
“RECONNECT USB” appears in  
the display.  
You operated the recorder or the computer before the recorder was  
recognized by the computer. Reconnect the USB cable ( page  
21).  
Charging by USB bus power  
cannot be done.  
The battery compartment lid is not firmly closed. Reinsert the  
rechargeable battery and close the battery compartment lid firmly.  
The temperature of the battery-charging location is too low or too  
high. Charge the rechargeable battery within a temperature range  
of +5 °C (+41 °F) to +35 °C (+95 °F).  
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Symptom  
Case and/or corrective action  
The rechargeable battery cannot  
be charged sufficiently through  
USB bus power.  
If you operate the recorder while it is connected to a computer, it  
takes time for the rechargeable battery to be sufficiently charged  
by USB bus power. For faster charging, do not operate the  
recorder.  
The installation was not  
successful.  
You are using an OS that does not support this software ( page  
19).  
All windows applications are not closed. If you start the  
installation while other programs are running, a malfunction  
may occur. This is especially true for programs that require large  
amounts of system resources, such as virus-check software.  
There is not enough hard disk space on your hard disk. You need  
200 MB or more free space on your hard disk.  
The installation appears to have  
stopped before it has completed.  
Check for the appearance of an error message beneath the  
installation window. Press the [Alt] key or [Tab] key to display  
any message that has appeared, and then follow the displayed  
instructions. If there is no message, the installation is still in  
progress. Wait a little while longer.  
The progress bar on the display is  
not moving or the access lamp has  
not lit for a few minutes during the  
installation.  
The installation is progressing normally. Please wait. The  
installation may take 30 minutes or more, depending on your CD  
drive or system environment.  
You cannot record audio data  
when you press and slide the REC  
switch while using the MD Simple  
Burner software.  
The recorder is not correctly connected to the computer. Connect  
the recorder and your computer correctly using the USB cable.  
Audio CD is not inserted in CD drive of the computer. Insert  
Audio CD.  
The capacity of the disc is insufficient. Insert another disc.  
Even though the recorder is  
recognized by the computer, it  
does not operate normally.  
A USB hub is used. Connect the USB cable directly to the USB  
port of the computer.  
You are using the recorder at a place with vibration. Use the  
recorder at a place with no vibration.  
The recorder cannot be used as a  
storage device.  
The SonicStage or MD Simple Burner software is active. Close  
the SonicStage or MD Simple Burner software.  
The playing time of a transferred  
track is different from the time  
that appears on your computer  
monitor.  
This is due to a calculation discrepancy between the recorder and  
the computer.  
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Symptom  
Case and/or corrective action  
You cannot transfer audio data  
from your computer that will fill  
up the remaining recording time  
on the disc.  
Due to the limitations of the system, the audio data is recorded  
in several-second steps. Therefore, when you record many short  
tracks, the total recording time increases but does not tally with  
the remaining recording time.  
The disc size displayed on the  
computer is not the same as the  
disc size printed on the disc.  
The difference is due to the use of the binary system to indicate  
the disc size on the computer and the decimal system to express  
the disc size on the disc ( page 30) and other recording media.  
You cannot operate the recorder.  
You cannot operate the recorder while the recorder is connected to  
the computer.  
The lid does not open.  
It happens if you disconnect the USB cable in the middle of a data  
transfer, recording, or editing operation on the computer, but while  
the rechargeable battery is missing from the recorder or is drained.  
Reconnect the USB cable or insert a fully charged rechargeable  
battery into the recorder, and then press · CANCEL.  
While recording  
Symptom  
Case and/or corrective action  
The remaining recording time  
appears as “R 00:00” and recording  
cannot be done, even though 2.0  
MB of free space is displayed.  
This is a system limitation. 2.0 MB is the capacity of the reserve  
domain.  
The recorder always creates a new  
group when recording.  
The group recording (“Group REC”) is set to “On”. (You cannot  
overwrite tracks.) Set the group recording setting to “Off” (  
page 51).  
The first few seconds of a track  
cannot be recorded.  
If you start recording before the operation mode appears and the  
operation lamp disappears in the display, data will not be recorded  
to the first few seconds of the first track. Wait until the operation  
mode appears and the operation lamp disappears before you start  
recording.  
A new group cannot be created.  
This occurs due to the MiniDisc system limitation (MD mode  
only). When the total number of characters used on a disc (for  
track names, artist names, album names, group names and disc  
name) is more than about 1,700, it becomes impossible to create a  
new group.  
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Symptom  
Case and/or corrective action  
Recording cannot be done  
correctly.  
Audio sources may not be securely connected. Disconnect the  
audio sources once and connect them again ( pages 31, 37).  
There is no digital signal from the portable CD player. When  
recording digitally from a portable CD player, use the AC power  
adaptor and disable the anti-skip function (such as ESP) on the  
CD player.  
The analog recording was made using a connecting cord with an  
attenuator. Use a connecting cord without an attenuator ( page  
11).  
Recording level is too small to record (when adjusting the  
recording level manually). Pause the recorder and adjust the  
recording level ( page 52).  
The recorder is connected to the computer. Disconnect the  
recorder from the computer when recording.  
The power sources was disconnected or a power outage occurred  
during recording. The recording result is not recorded on the disc.  
Make recording again.  
Recording may not be done if the remaining recordable time on  
the disc is 48 seconds or less (“DISC FULL” appears). Replace  
the disc.  
The lid does not open after  
recording.  
The lid does not open until “SystemFILE WRITING” disappears  
in the display.  
“TRACK FULL” appears even  
before the disc has reached the  
maximum recording time and the  
recording cannot be done.  
This occurs due to the limitation of the system. When 2,047 tracks  
(on a disc used in Hi-MD mode) or 254 tracks (on a disc used  
in MD mode) have been recorded on the disc, “TRACK FULL”  
appears regardless of the total recorded time. More than 2,047  
tracks or 254 tracks cannot be recorded on the disc. To continue  
recording, erase unnecessary tracks.  
The remaining recording time does  
not increase even after erasing  
numerous short tracks.  
This occurs due to the MiniDisc system limitation (in MD mode  
only). Tracks of under 12 seconds (in SP mode), 24 seconds (in  
LP2 mode or monaural), or 48 seconds (in LP4 mode) in length  
are not counted and so erasing them may not lead to an increase in  
the recording time.  
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Symptom  
Case and/or corrective action  
The total recorded time and the  
remaining time on the disc may  
not total the maximum recording  
time (60, 74, or 80 minutes).  
This occurs due to the MiniDisc system limitation (in MD  
mode only). Normally, recording is done in minimum units of  
approximately 2 seconds (in SP mode), 4 seconds (in LP2 mode  
or monaural), or 8 seconds (in LP4 mode). When recording is  
stopped, the last unit of recording always uses this unit of 2  
seconds, 4 seconds, or 8 seconds even if the actual recording is  
shorter. Likewise, when recording is restarted after the stop, the  
recorder will automatically insert a blank space amounting to 2  
seconds, 4 seconds, or 8 seconds before the next recording. (This  
is to prevent accidental erasing of a previous track whenever a  
new recording is started). Therefore, the actual recording time  
will decrease whenever a recording is stopped by a maximum of 6  
seconds, 12 seconds, or 24 seconds.  
“TRACK FULL” appears even  
before the disc has reached  
the maximum track number or  
recording time.  
This occurs due to the MiniDisc system limitation. Repeated  
recording and erasing may cause fragmentation and scattering of  
data. Although those scattered data can be read, each fragment is  
counted as a track. In this case, the number of tracks may reach  
2,047 (on a disc used in Hi-MD mode) or 254 (on a disc used  
in MD mode) and further recording is not possible. To continue  
recording, erase unnecessary tracks.  
While playing  
Symptom  
Case and/or corrective action  
A disc is not played normally.  
Repeat play is selected. Change back to normal play ( page 44).  
Playback mode is changed. Change back to “Normal” ( page  
43).  
A disc is not played from the first  
track.  
Disc playing stopped before it came to the last track. Press the jog  
lever (/ENT) (/ENT on the remote) for 2 seconds or more  
to start playing ( page 40).  
Playback sound skips.  
The recorder is placed where it receives continuous vibration. Put  
the recorder on a stable place.  
A very short track may cause sound to skip.  
Momentary noise is heard.  
Due to the special digital audio compression technology used in  
LP4 mode, momentary noise may occur on very rare occasions  
with certain sound sources.  
Continued  
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Symptom  
Case and/or corrective action  
Sound has a lot of static.  
Strong magnetism from a television or such device is interfering  
with operation. Move the recorder away from the source of strong  
magnetism.  
The volume of the recorded track  
is low.  
The track was recorded in analog mode or you used a connecting  
cord with an attenuator. Use a correct connecting cord without an  
attenuator.  
The recording level was low. Adjust the recording level manually  
while recording ( page 52).  
Volume cannot be turned up.  
“AVLS” is set to “On” (“AVLS On” on the remote). Set to “Off”  
(“AVLS Off” on the remote) ( page 58).  
No sound comes through the  
earphones.  
The earphones plug is not firmly connected. Plug in the plug of the  
earphones firmly to the recorder.  
The plug is dirty. Clean the plug.  
The disc cannot be played on  
another component.  
The component does not support Hi-MD. Discs used in Hi-MD  
mode can be played only on components that supports Hi-MD.  
The edited tracks may exhibit  
sound dropout during search  
operations.  
This occurs due to the MiniDisc system limitation. The  
fragmentation of data may cause sound dropout while searching  
because the tracks are played in higher speed than normal  
playback.  
There is no R-channel sound  
output when playing a track  
recorded from a cassette deck  
or through an amplifier, or when  
listening to sound from a cassette  
deck or amplifier.  
There is no R-channel output if the cassette deck or an amplifier  
is connected with a monaural cord. Make sure to use a stereo  
connecting cord.  
You cannot play an MP3 audio  
track.  
The type of MP3 supported by this recorder is MPEG-1 Audio  
Layer-3, transferred by the SonicStage software, with a sampling  
frequency of 32, 44.1 or 48 kHz.  
Date and time of recording are not  
displayed.  
Date and time of recording are displayed if the they have been  
recorded. When an audio track is transferred from your computer,  
the recording date and time are not displayed.  
The operation lamp flashes slowly  
during playback.  
The operation lamp flashes slowly when the contents of an editing  
operation performed during playback or play-pause are ready to be  
written to the disc. When playback on the recorder is stopped, the  
edited contents are written to the disc and the operation lamp turns  
off.  
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While editing  
Symptom  
Case and/or corrective action  
The lid does not open.  
The recorder is saving the contents of an editing operation. The lid  
will not open until “SystemFILE WRITING” disappears from the  
display.  
Editing cannot be done.  
The power source has been disconnected or a power outage has  
occurred during editing. Do the editing operation again.  
Non-audio data cannot be erased.  
Non-audio data cannot be erased with the Erase function. Confirm  
the contents by connecting the recorder to your computer. If it  
is okay to delete the contents, disconnect the recorder from the  
computer, and then perform the Format function ( page 54).  
Tracks cannot be combined.  
This occurs due to the MiniDisc system limitations. When the  
tracks are scattered and the length of each track is short, you may  
not be able to combine the tracks.  
Combining tracks of the following lengths may not be possible.  
Hi-MD mode  
LinearPCM: 9 seconds or less  
Hi-SP: 8 seconds or less  
Hi-LP: 32 seconds or less  
MD mode  
SP: 12 seconds or less  
LP2/Monaural: 24 seconds or less  
LP4: 48 seconds or less  
You cannot combine tracks recorded in different recording modes,  
e.g., a track recorded in stereo and a track recorded in monaural;  
nor can you combine a track recorded with digital connection and  
a track recorded with analog connection.  
The disc cannot edit on other  
component.  
The component does not support Hi-MD. Edit on other component  
that support Hi-MD.  
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Others  
Symptom  
Case and/or corrective action  
The recorder does not work or  
works poorly.  
The rechargeable battery is not charged. Charge the rechargeable  
battery.  
The volume is low. Turn up the volume.  
No disc is inserted. Insert a recorded disc.  
The HOLD function is turned on. Disable HOLD by sliding the  
HOLD switch to the opposite direction of the arrow ( page 15).  
The lid is not firmly closed. Close the lid until it clicks.  
Moisture has condensed inside the recorder if the recorder is  
brought directly from a cold to a warm location. Take the disc out  
and leave the recorder in a warm place for several hours until the  
moisture evaporates ( page 78).  
The AC power adaptor, the AC power cord, or the USB cable is  
not firmly connected. Connect them firmly.  
The rechargeable battery is weak (“LOW BATTERY” flashes or  
nothing appears). Charge the rechargeable battery ( page 14) or  
connect the recorder to a wall outlet.  
The disc is damaged or does not contain proper recording or  
editing data. Reinsert the disc. Rerecord the disc. If the error  
message still appears, replace it with another disc.  
There is a built-in malfunction in the system. While operating, the  
recorder received a mechanical shock, too much static, abnormal  
power voltage caused by lightning, etc. Disconnect all the power  
sources and the USB cable. Leave the recorder for about 30  
seconds and connect the power source.  
The display does not turn on.  
You tried to operate the recorder with the remote while “EL Light”  
is set to “Auto Off” ( page 59). Use the buttons and controls on  
the recorder.  
The operation mode of the blank  
60/74/80-minute standard disc  
differs from the mode following  
formatting or the mode selected in  
the SonicStage software.  
When using a blank 60/74/80-minute standard disc in the recorder,  
the operation mode set in the “Disc Mode” menu is applied. Use  
the “Disc Mode” menu to change the operation mode as desired.  
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Messages  
Message  
Case and/or corrective action  
ACCESS  
The recorder is writing data to the disc or the computer is reading data on  
the disc while the recorder is connected to the computer. Wait until this  
process is completed.  
ACCESS ERROR  
The recorder failed to access the disc in the recorder while the recorder  
is connected to the computer. Reconnect the recorder to the computer or  
reinsert the disc.  
AUDIO FILE ERROR  
A disc which cannot be recorded or played back is inserted in the recorder.  
The audio data or disc management file has been damaged. Insert another  
disc.  
AVLS  
NO VOL OPERATION  
“AVLS” is set to “On” (“AVLS On” on the remote) and so the volume  
cannot rise higher. Set to “Off” (“AVLS Off” on the remote) ( page 58).  
BLANKDISC  
A disc with no recording on it is inserted.  
BUSY WAIT A  
MOMENT  
The recorder is accessing disc information. You tried to operate the recorder  
while it was accessing the recorded data. Wait until the message goes out  
(in rare cases, it may take about a minute).  
CANNOT EDIT  
You tried to combine tracks recorded in different recording modes.  
You tried to erase a track mark while selecting the first track in the disc.  
You tried to overwrite track marks.  
You tried to combine tracks whose combined length exceeds 999 minutes  
and 59 seconds.  
You selected “Edit” in the recorder menu or “Title” in the remote menu  
while recording.  
You selected “Format” in the menu while the recorder is not stopped.  
You tried to change a title that includes characters the recorder cannot edit.  
CANNOT OPERATE  
CANNOT PLAY  
You pressed or T MARK on the recorder or P MODE/ on the remote  
during synchro-recording.  
You pressed SOUND on the remote while the Speed Control function is  
used.  
You pressed T MARK on the recorder for 2 seconds or more while editing a  
title (other than a disc name) on a disc used in MD mode, or while editing a  
title on a disc used in Hi-MD mode.  
You tried to play a track with playback restrictions.  
You tried to play an MP3 audio track that the recorder cannot play. The type  
of MP3 supported by this recorder is MPEG-1 Audio Layer-3, transferred  
by the SonicStage software, with a sampling frequency of 32, 44.1 or 48  
kHz.  
Continued  
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Message  
Case and/or corrective action  
CANNOT SET  
You selected “REC Mode” or “Group REC” in the recorder menu or  
“SpeedCtrl” in the remote menu while recording or in recording pause.  
You selected “Time Mark” in the menu during digital recording or in  
recording-pasue.  
You selected “REC Level” in the menu while the recorder is paused during  
synchro-recording.  
You selected “REC Level” while the recorder is not stopped or in  
recording-pause.  
You selected “MIC AGC” while “REC Level” in the menu has been set to  
“Manual”.  
CHARGE  
You tried to charge the rechargeable battery at a place with a temperature  
outside the specified range for the recorder. Charge the battery at a  
temperature of +5° C (+41° F) to +35° C (+95° F).  
+5°C–+35°C/41F–95F  
DATA SAVE  
The recorder is writing information to the system file, such as the recorded  
data or editing information. Wait until this process is completed. (Do not  
expose the recorder to physical shock, nor disrupt power supply.)  
DC IN TOO HIGH  
Voltage of the power supply is too high (The supplied AC power adaptor or  
the AC power cord is not used). Use the supplied AC power adaptor or the  
AC power cord.  
DISC FULL  
END  
You tried to record on a disc that does not have enough space.  
The recorder reached to the end of the last track in the selected play mode  
while playing or moving the jog lever toward FF (on the remote). You  
pressed the jog lever (/ENT) (/ENT on the remote) at the end of the  
last track on the disc.  
ERROR  
There is a built-in malfunction in the system. While operating, the recorder  
received a mechanical shock, too much static, abnormal power voltage  
caused by lightning, etc. Disconnect all the power sources and the USB  
cable. Leave the recorder for about 30 seconds and connect the power  
source.  
FORMAT  
ERROR DISC  
A disc with a format that the recorder does not support was inserted. Insert  
a standard MD or a disc used in Hi-MD mode.  
A disc formatted on the computer without using the SonicStage software  
was inserted. When formatting a disc on the computer, make sure to use the  
SonicStage software.  
HOLD  
The recorder is locked. Slide HOLD against the arrow to unlock the  
recorder ( page 15).  
IN MENU  
You operated the remote while selecting a menu on the recorder. Do the  
setting on the recorder. You operated the recorder while selecting a menu on  
the remote. Do the setting on the remote.  
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Message  
Case and/or corrective action  
LINE OUT  
You tried to change the volume while “Audio Out” in the menu has been set  
NO VOL OPERATION  
to “Line Out”. Set “Audio Out” to “Headphone” ( page 59).  
LOW BATTERY  
The rechargeable battery is weak. Charge the rechargeable battery ( page  
14).  
MEMORY OVER  
You tried to record with the recorder placed where it receives continuous  
vibration. Put the recorder on a stable place, and start recording again.  
NO  
You selected bookmark play without setting bookmarks. Set bookmarks  
BookmarkedTRACK  
(
page 43).  
NO DIGITAL COPY  
You tried to make a copy from a disc that is protected by the Serial Copy  
Management System. Make analog recording ( page 38).  
NO DISC  
You tried to play or record with no disc in the recorder. Insert a disc.  
NO GROUP  
You selected “Group Erase” or “Group Move” in the menu on the recorder,  
or “Title” – “Group” in the menu on the remote while using a disc with no  
groups.  
NO INPUT SIGNAL  
The recorder could not detect digital input signals. Make sure that the  
source is connected firmly ( page 37). If you are making an analog  
recording, ignore the message.  
NON GROUPED TRACK  
You selected “Group Erase” or “Group Move” in the menu on the recorder,  
or “Title” – “Group” in the menu on the remote while selecting a track that  
does not belong to a group.  
NO TRACK  
You tried to play a disc used in Hi-MD mode with no recorded tracks.  
P/B ONLY DISC  
You tried to record or edit on a premastered disc (P/B stands for  
“playback”). Insert a recordable disc.  
PC--MD  
You operated the recorder or the remote while the recorder is connected to  
the computer. Disconnect the recorder from the computer ( page 22).  
PLAY MODE  
You operated the recorder while selecting the playback mode on the  
remote.  
PROTECTED DISC  
PUSH STOP BUTTON  
You tried to record or edit on a disc with the tab in the record-protect  
position. Slide the tab back ( page 76).  
You tried to open the lid while the recorder was storing disc information  
with the recorder connected to a computer. Wait until “SystemFILE  
WRITING” has disappeared from the display after pressing · CANCEL.  
READ ERROR  
REC ERROR  
The recorder cannot read the disc information correctly. Reinsert the disc.  
Recording was not correctly done. Place the recorder at a place with no  
vibrations and record again.  
The disc is soiled with an oil film or finger prints, is scratched, or is not a  
standard disc. Try recording again with another disc.  
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Message  
Case and/or corrective action  
RECONNECT USB  
You tried to operate the recorder or the computer before the recorder was  
recognized by the computer. Reconnect the USB cable.  
REHEARSAL  
SORTING  
SOUND  
You tried to operate on the remote while performing the Divide Rehearsal  
function ( page 47). Do the setting on the recorder.  
The recorder is sorting information after you selected “Artist” or “Album”  
in the play mode.  
You operated the recorder while setting the Sound function ( page 45) on  
the remote. Do the setting on the remote.  
STANDBY  
This message appears when the recorder, while connected to the  
computer, has written data to the disc once and is ready to write data again  
immediately. If you try to write data to the disc while “STANDBY” is not  
displayed, it may take a little time for writing to begin.  
SystemFILE  
WRITING  
The recorder is storing information (track start and end position) from the  
memory to the disc ( page 80). Wait until this process is completed.  
TEMP OVER REC STOP  
TitleFULL  
Heat has built up in the recorder. Let the recorder cool down.  
You tried to enter characters that exceeds the maximum number  
(approximately 200 characters) for a title.  
You tried to enter characters that exceeds the maximum number  
(approximately 55,000 characters in Hi-MD mode or 1,700 characters in  
MD mode) for a disc.  
TOC DATA ERROR  
The recorder cannot read the disc information correctly. Insert another disc.  
TRACK FROM PC NO  
EDIT  
You tried to combine or divide tracks that were transferred from the  
computer or recorded in Hi-MD mode using the MD Simple Burner  
software.  
TRACK FROM PC NO  
REC  
You tried to record in the middle of a protected track that has been  
transferred from the computer or you tried to record in the middle of a track  
that was recorded in Hi-MD mode with the MD Simple Burner software.  
TRACK FULL  
You tried to record more than 2,047 (on a disc used in Hi-MD mode) or 254  
(on a disc used in MD mode) tracks. Erase unnecessary tracks ( page  
54).  
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Additional Information  
• After using your recorder at the seashore or  
other dusty locations, clean your recorder  
carefully. Otherwise, the salty air may  
corrode the metal fittings or dust may  
enter the inside of your recorder, causing a  
malfunction.  
Precautions  
On safety  
• Do not put any foreign objects in the USB  
cable connecting jack.  
On heat build-up  
• Do not touch the optical pickup lens on the  
recorder and keep it clean. If you do so, the  
lens may be damaged and the recorder will  
not operate properly. To prevent dust from  
entering the recorder, make sure to keep the  
lid closed, except when inserting or taking  
out discs.  
Heat may build up in the recorder if it is used  
for an extended period of time. This, however,  
is not a malfunction.  
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.  
On power sources  
• Use house current or rechargeable battery.  
• Connect the AC power adaptor or the AC  
power cord to an easily accessible AC  
outlet. Should you notice an abnormality  
in the AC power adaptor or the AC power  
cord, disconnect it from the AC outlet  
immediately.  
On installation  
• If you use the recorder at a place subject to  
static or electrical noise, the recording may  
not be properly done or the recorded data  
may be lost.  
• 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.  
• 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 cord or rechargeable  
battery). To remove the AC power cord from  
the wall outlet, grasp the adaptor plug itself;  
never pull the cord.  
On the recorder  
• Do not shake or strike the recorder. In  
addition to malfunctions and inability,  
this may render the disc unusable or data  
breakdown, damage or loss may occur.  
• Do not get the recorder wet. When you use  
the recorder in the rain or under similar  
conditions, be careful not to get the recorder  
wet.  
Your recorder is designed for use between  
the temperatures of 0 °C and 40 °C (32 °F  
and 104 °F). Shooting in extremely cold  
or hot places that exceed this range is not  
recommended.  
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On charging  
On the MiniDisc cartridge  
• Do not use the supplied AC power adaptor,  
the AC power cord, or the USB cable to  
charge any other battery beside the supplied  
one or the one designated for it (LIP-4WM).  
• When carrying or storing the MiniDisc, keep  
it in its case.  
• Do not break open the shutter.  
• Do not place the cartridge where it will  
be subject to light, extreme temperatures,  
moisture or dust.  
• Attach the supplied disc label only in the  
space designated for it on the disc. Do not  
stick it on any other disc surface.  
• Be sure to use the supplied AC power  
adaptor, the AC power cord, or the USB  
cable .  
• Charge the rechargeable battery at a  
temperature of +5 °C (+41 °F) to +35 °C  
(+95 °F). The charging time will vary  
according to the surrounding temperature.  
(If the surrounding temperature is low, the  
required charging time will be longer. This  
is a characteristic of the lithium-ion battery.)  
• If you do not use the recorder for a long  
time, disconnect the AC power cord from a  
wall outlet, remove the rechargeable battery  
from the recorder and keep it in the cool,  
dry place. To prevent degradation of the  
rechargeable battery, make sure not to store  
the rechargeable battery when it is either  
completely discharged or fully charged.  
To protect a recorded disc  
To record-protect a disc, slide open the tab at  
the side of the disc. In this position, the disc  
cannot be recorded/edited. To record/edit  
again, slide the tab back so the tab is visible.  
Tab  
Recorded/edited  
material is protected.  
• The recorder may become hot during the  
charging procedure; this, however poses no  
danger.  
Back of the disc  
• If the capacity of the rechargeable battery  
drops to half the normal amount, replace  
with the new one.  
• If the recorder will be unused for a long  
time, remove the rechargeable battery,  
remove the USB cable from the recorder  
and remove the AC power cord from the  
wall outlet.  
Recorded/edited  
material is not  
protected.  
If you have any questions or problems  
concerning your recorder, please consult  
your nearest Sony dealer. (If a trouble  
occurred when the disc was in the recorder,  
we recommend that the disc be left in the  
recorder when you consult your Sony dealer  
so that the cause of trouble may be better  
understood.)  
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On the earphones  
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.  
Road safety  
Do not use earphones 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.  
• 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 a  
disc.  
• To obtain the best sound quality, use a dry  
cloth to wipe the plugs of the headphones/  
earphones or the remote control. Dirty plugs  
may cause sound distortion or intermittent  
breaks in the sound.  
• Clean the terminals on the rechargeable  
battery with a cotton swab or a soft cloth as  
illustrated.  
Preventing hearing damage  
Avoid using earphones 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 remote control  
The supplied remote control is designed for  
use with this recorder only. The recorder  
cannot be operated with a remote control that  
was supplied with another device.  
On the battery  
Incorrect battery usage may lead to leakage  
of battery fluid or bursting battery. To  
prevent such accidents, observe the following  
precautions:  
• Install the + and – poles of the battery  
correctly.  
• When the recorder is not to be used for a  
long time, be sure to remove the battery.  
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On moisture condensation  
Specification  
If the recorder is brought directly from a cold  
to a warm location, or is placed in a very  
damp room, moisture may condense inside  
or outside the recorder. Should this occur, the  
recorder will not operate properly.  
Audio playing system  
MiniDisc digital audio system  
Systems  
MiniDisc system, Hi-MD system  
Moisture condensation occurs easily  
when:  
• The recorder is brought from a cold location  
such as a ski slope into a warmly heated  
room.  
• The recorder is taken from an air-  
conditioned room or car interior to the hot  
outdoors, etc.  
Laser diode properties  
Emission duration: continuous  
Laser output: less than 44.6 µW  
(This output is the value measured at a distance of  
200 mm from the lens surface on the optical pick-up  
block with 7 mm aperture.)  
Recording and playback time  
See “List of the recording time for each disc”  
(
page 81)  
How to prevent moisture condensation  
Revolutions  
Approx. 350 rpm to 3,600 rpm (CLV)  
When bringing the recorder from a cold place  
to a warm place, seal the recorder in a plastic  
bag and allow it to adapt to conditions at the  
new location over a period of time (about an  
hour).  
Error correction  
Hi-MD:  
LDC (Long Distance Code)/BIS (Burst Indicator  
Subcode)  
MD:  
If moisture condensation occurs  
ACIRC (Advanced Cross Interleave Reed Solomon  
Code)  
Turn off the recorder and wait about an hour  
for the moisture to evaporate. Make sure the  
moisture has evaporated before using the  
recorder.  
Sampling frequency  
44.1 kHz  
Sampling rate converter  
Optical (digital) input: 32 kHz/44.1 kHz/48 kHz  
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Audio formats supported by this recorder  
Power requirements  
Recording:  
Sony AC Power Adaptor DC 5 V AC 100 V - 240 V,  
LinearPCM (44.1 kHz/16 bit)  
ATRAC3plus (Hi-SP, Hi-LP)  
ATRAC3 (LP2, LP4)  
ATRAC (SP)  
Playback:  
LinearPCM  
50/60 Hz  
Lithium-ion rechargeable battery  
LIP-4WM, 3.7 V, 370 mAh, Li-ion  
Operating temperature  
+5 °C (+41 °F) to +35 °C (+95 °F)  
ATRAC3plus  
ATRAC3  
ATRAC  
Battery operation time**  
See “Battery life” ( page 16)  
MP3 (for playback only) (MPEG-1 Audio Layer-3,  
sampling frequency 32/44.1/48 kHz, bit rate 32-320  
kbps (fixed/variable bit rate))  
Dimensions  
Approx. 83.8 × 84.4 × 14.7 mm (w/h/d)  
(33/8 × 33/8 × 19  
and controls)  
/32 in.) (excluding projecting parts  
ATRAC stands for Adaptive TRansform Acoustic  
Coding.  
Mass  
Approx. 96 g (3.4 oz.) (the recorder only)  
Approx. 106 g (3.8 oz.) (including the rechargeable  
battery)  
Modulation system  
Hi-MD:  
1-7RLL (Run Length Limited)/PRML (Partial  
Response Maximum Likelihood)  
MD:  
*
The LINE IN (OPT) jack is used to connect either  
a digital (optical) cable or a line (analog) cable.  
** Measured in accordance with JEITA.  
EFM (Eight to Fourteen Modulation)  
Frequency response (During digital and analog  
input)  
20 to 20,000 Hz ±3 dB  
US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby  
Laboratories.  
Design and specifications are subject to change  
without notice.  
Input connectors*  
MIC (PLUG IN POWER): stereo mini-jack  
(minimum input level 0.13 mV)  
LINE IN (OPT): stereo mini-jack for analog input  
(minimum input level 49 mV)/optical (digital) mini-  
jack for optical (digital) input  
Output connector  
/LINE OUT: stereo mini-jack (dedicated remote  
jack) / regulated output 194 mV (10 k)  
Maximum output (DC)  
Headphones:  
4.5 mW + 4.5 mW (16 ) (European model)  
5 mW + 5 mW (16 ) (Other models)  
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Explanations  
About Hi-MD  
“Hi-MD” is a new MiniDisc format. Incorporating the new ATRAC3plus audio compression  
technology, Hi-MD is a new recording format that delivers longer recording times than standard  
MD discs. Hi-MD discs can also be used as a computer storage medium for non-audio data such as  
text and still images.  
About ATRAC  
ATRAC (Adaptive TRansform Acoustic Coding) is a generic term for an audio compression  
technology that realizes both high sound quality and high compression rates. Three versions are in  
use: ATRAC (SP mode (normal MD format)), ATRAC3 (LP2 and LP4 modes) and ATRAC3plus  
(Hi-SP and Hi-LP modes). Compared with a CD, the compression rate for ATRAC3 is about 10  
times higher, and for ATRAC3plus, about 20 times higher.  
“Hi-MD mode” and “MD mode”  
This recorder has two operation modes, “Hi-MD mode” and “MD mode” that are automatically  
recognized whenever a disc is inserted.  
Disc  
Mode  
1GB Hi-MD disc  
Hi-MD  
60/74/80-minute  
standard disc  
Blank disc  
The operation mode set in the “Disc  
Mode” ( page 59) menu is applied.  
Disc containing music  
in Hi-MD mode  
Hi-MD  
MD  
Disc containing music  
in MD mode  
About LinearPCM  
LinearPCM is a digital, non-compressed audio coding system. You can enjoy high-quality sound  
equal to that of CDs by recording in this mode.  
The meaning of “no sound”  
“No sound” describes a recorder condition in which the input level is about 4.8 mV during analog  
input or less than –89 dB during optical (digital) input (with 0 dB as full bit (the maximum  
recordable level for a MiniDisc)).  
About System File  
The system file is space on the disc that is used to store information other than audio files; for  
instance, track numbers.  
If the MiniDisc were a book, the system file would correspond with the index or table of contents.  
The recorder rewrites the system file whenever an operation such as recording, adding or deleting  
track marks, or moving tracks has been done. (“SystemFILE WRITING” appears in the display  
when the recorder is rewriting the system file.) While the recorder is writing disc information,  
make sure not to move or jog the recorder or disconnect the power source as this may cause the  
information to be incorrectly recorded or the disc contents to be lost.  
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List of the recording time for each disc (Approx.)  
The recording time is varied depending on disc type, disc mode, codec, and bit rate.  
When using a disc in Hi-MD mode  
When recording on the recorder  
Recording time*  
80-minute 74-minute  
standard disc standard disc standard disc  
Codec/  
Bit rate  
Recording mode 1GB Hi-MD  
on the recorder disc  
PCM 1 hour and  
60-minute  
LinearPCM/  
1.4 Mbps  
28 minutes  
26 minutes  
21 minutes  
34 minutes  
ATRAC  
ATRAC3plus/ Hi-SP  
256 kbps  
7 hours and  
55 minutes  
2 hours and  
20 minutes  
2 hours and  
10 minutes  
1 hour and  
40 minutes  
ATRAC3plus/ Hi-LP  
64 kbps  
34 hours  
10 hours and  
10 minutes  
9 hours and  
20 minutes  
7 hours and  
40 minutes  
When transferring from the computer  
Codec/Bit rate  
Recording time*  
1GB Hi-MD  
disc  
80-minute  
74-minute  
60-minute  
standard disc standard disc standard disc  
LinearPCM/1.4 Mbps  
1 hour and  
34 minutes  
28 minutes  
26 minutes  
21 minutes  
ATRAC  
ATRAC3plus/352 kbps  
5 hours and  
30 minutes  
1 hour and  
35 minutes  
1 hour and  
30 minutes  
1 hour and  
10 minutes  
ATRAC3plus/256 kbps  
ATRAC3plus/192 kbps  
ATRAC3plus/64 kbps  
ATRAC3plus/48 kbps  
ATRAC3/132 kbps  
7 hours and  
55 minutes  
2 hours and  
20 minutes  
2 hours and  
10 minutes  
1 hour and  
40 minutes  
11 hours  
34 hours  
45 hours  
3 hours and  
10 minutes  
3 hours  
2 hours and  
20 minutes  
10 hours and  
10 minutes  
9 hours and  
20 minutes  
7 hours and  
40 minutes  
13 hours and  
30 minutes  
12 hours and  
30 minutes  
10 hours  
16 hours and 4 hours and  
30 minutes 50 minutes  
20 hours and 6 hours and  
40 minutes 10 minutes  
32 hours and 9 hours and  
4 hours and  
30 minutes  
3 hours and  
40 minutes  
ATRAC3/105 kbps  
5 hours and  
40 minutes  
4 hours and  
40 minutes  
ATRAC3/66 kbps  
9 hours  
7 hours and  
20 minutes  
40 minutes  
50 minutes  
MP3**/128 kbps  
17 hours  
5 hours  
4 hours and  
30 minutes  
3 hours and  
30 minutes  
* When transferring 4-minute tracks  
**MP3 file formats are as follows: MPEG-1 Audio Layer-3/sampling frequency 44.1 kHz/fixed bit rate.  
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When using a disc in MD mode  
When recording on the recorder  
Recording time*  
Codec/Bit rate  
Recording mode 80-minute  
on the recorder standard disc  
74-minute  
standard disc  
60-minute  
standard disc  
ATRAC  
ATRAC/292 kbps  
SP  
1 hour and  
20 minutes  
1 hour and  
14 minutes  
1 hour  
ATRAC3/132 kbps  
LP2  
LP4  
2 hours and  
40 minutes  
2 hours and  
28 minutes  
2 hours  
4 hours  
ATRAC3/66 kbps  
5 hours and  
20 minutes  
4 hour and  
56 minutes  
When transferring from the computer  
Codec/Bit rate  
Recording time*  
80-minute  
standard disc  
74-minute  
standard disc  
60-minute  
standard disc  
ATRAC  
ATRAC (stereo)/292 kbps  
1 hour and  
20 minutes  
1 hour and  
14 minutes  
1 hour  
ATRAC3/132, 105 kbps  
2 hours and  
40 minutes  
2 hours and  
28 minutes  
2 hours  
4 hours  
ATRAC3/66 kbp  
5 hours and  
20 minutes  
4 hour and  
56 minutes  
* When transferring 4-minute tracks  
About playing recorded discs on other MD components  
The ability of an MD component to play back discs consisting of tracks recorded directly on the  
recorder or transferred from the computer depends on the disc type and audio format used for  
recording. Please refer to the following table for details.  
Disc type  
Format  
Component used for playback  
Component that  
supports Hi-MD*  
Component that  
supports MDLP**  
Component that  
does not support  
MDLP  
1GB Hi-MD disc  
Hi-MD  
Hi-MD  
MDLP  
60/74/80-minute  
standard disc  
MD  
* Audio components marked with the  
or  
logo mark  
**Audio components marked only with the  
or  
logo mark  
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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  
disc by using the analog (line out) connections.  
Microphone, record player, tuner, etc.  
(with analog output jacks)  
Premastered software such as CDs or MDs  
Analog recording  
Digital recording  
Home-recorded disc  
Digital recording  
Home-  
recorded  
disc  
No digital  
recording  
Recordable  
disc  
Recordable  
disc  
No digital  
recording  
Recordable  
disc  
Restrictions on the editing of tracks transferred from your computer  
This unit was designed so that editing functions (i.e., adding track marks and erasing track marks)  
do not function for tracks that have been transferred from your computer. This is to prevent the  
loss of transfer authorization by the transferred tracks. To edit these tracks, first transfer them into  
the computer, and then edit them on the computer.  
About the DSP TYPE-S for ATRAC/ATRAC3  
This recorder supports DSP TYPE-S, a specification for high-level Sony MiniDisc decks equipped  
with digital signal processors (DSP). This specification allows the recorder to produce high-quality  
sound from tracks recorded in MDLP mode. Since it retains DSP TYPE-R support, the recorder  
produces superior results during playback in SP (normal stereo) mode.  
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.  
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Difference between digital (optical) and analog (line) inputs  
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 from externally connected component” ( page 37) to record using digital  
(optical) input, and “When recording in analog” ( page 38) to record using analog (line) input.  
Difference  
Digital (optical) input  
Analog (line) input  
Connectable  
source  
Equipment with a digital (optical) output  
jack (CD player, DVD player, etc.)  
Equipment with an analog (line)  
output jack (Cassette deck, radio,  
record player, etc.)  
Usable cord  
Optical cable (with an optical or an optical- Line cable (with 2 phono plugs or a  
mini plug) ( page 37)  
stereo-mini plug) ( page 38)  
Signal from the  
source  
Digital  
Analog  
Even when a digital source (such as  
a CD) is connected, the signal sent to  
the recorder is analog.  
Track marks  
Marked (copied) automatically  
Marked automatically  
• at the same positions as the source (when  
the sound source is a CD or an MD).  
• after more than 2 seconds of no sound  
• after more than 2 seconds of no  
sound ( page 80) or low-level  
segment.  
(
page 80) or low-level segment (with a • when the recorder is paused while  
sound source other than a CD or an MD).  
• when the recorder is paused (3 seconds of  
no sound is encountered while synchro-  
recording).  
recording.  
Recorded sound Same as the source.  
Adjusted automatically (depend on  
the recording level setting).  
Can also be adjusted manually  
(“Adjusting the recording level  
level  
Can also be adjusted manually (Digital  
REC level control) (“Adjusting the  
recording level manually”, page 52).  
manually”,  
page 52).  
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.  
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I
Importing 23  
Install 20  
Index  
Symbols  
6-Band Equalizer 45  
L
LinearPCM 80  
A
M
A-B Repeat 44  
Analog recording 38  
ATRAC 80  
Audio format 79  
AVLS 58  
MD Simple Burner 19, 27  
Menu 49  
Microphone recording 31  
Microphone sensitivity 50  
Moisture 78  
Moving tracks/groups 56  
B
Backlight 59  
Basic operations 33, 40  
Battery life 16  
Beep 58  
O
Operation lamp 33  
Operation modes 17, 32, 80  
Optional accessories 11  
Bookmark Play 43  
P
C
Play mode 43  
Charging 14  
Cleaning 77  
Combine 48  
Connecting 14, 21, 31  
Q
Quick Mode 59  
R
Recording level 32, 50, 52  
Recording level for microphone (MIC AGC) 50  
Recording mode 50  
Recording time 81  
D
Data storage 30  
Digital recording 37  
Disc Mode 59  
Disc type 17  
Repeat Play 44  
Display window 35  
Divide 47  
Divide Rehearsal 47  
DSP TYPE-S 83  
Dynamic Normalizer 46  
S
Setting the clock 61  
Simple mode (MD Simple Burner) 27  
SonicStage 19, 23  
SonicStage Help 26  
Speed control 53  
Standard mode (MD Simple Burner) 28  
Storage space 30  
Supplied accessories 9  
Synchro-recording 51  
System File 80  
E
EL Light 59  
Erase 54  
F
Ferrite core 10  
Firmware (FW Version) 59  
Format 54  
System requirements 19  
T
G
Title input 57  
Track mark 33, 50  
Transferring 24  
Group recording 51  
H
Hi-MD 17, 80  
HOLD 13, 15  
U
USB bus power 15  
V
Virtual-Surround 45  
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This warranty is valid only in Canada.  
This warranty is valid only in the United States.  
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