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SON'Y;,
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Portable MiniDisc Operating
Instructions
Recorder Operation
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Recorder .................
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Documentation
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© 2003 Sony Corporation
Table
of contents
Recorder
Operations
Looking
at the
controls
Getting
started!
Playing
an MD right
Various ways of Selecting the play mode Adjusting treble or bass Selecting the sound Adjusting the sound
..................................
..............................................
away!
..............................
12
14
16
playback .............................. 18 ........................................................................ 18 (Digital Sound Preset) .................................... 19 quality ............................................................. 19 quality ............................................................ 19
Using the group function ................................ 21 What is the group function? .................................................................. 21 Playing a track in group play .......................................................... 21 Selecting the play mode for group play (Group Play Mode) ........... Other Operations ............................................ 23 Viewing v_rious information ................................................................ 23 Starting the playback quickly (Quick Mode) ........................................ 24 Protecting your heoring (AVLS) ........................................................... 25 Locking the controls (HOLD) ............................................................... 25 Additional
information
....................................
26
Precautions ............................................................................................ 26 Specifications
........................................................................................
Troubleshooting and explanations ................. Troubles and solutions .......................................................................... While playing ................................................................................. While using group function ............................................................ Others ............................................................................................. Explanations ..........................................................................................
28 29 29 29 30 30 31
Software What
Operation
is a Net MD? Operations
Basic
Basic operational Providing Installing
the software installing
installing Connecting Storing
system
requirements
Before
............................................
environment
the software
SonicStage
Recording Labeling
35 35 36 36
Ver. 1.5 ........................................................
37
audio data to your computer SonicStage
.........................................
34
........................................................
the Net MD to your computer
Starting
........................................
...................................................................... onto your computer
33 34
flow using the Net MD ............................................
the required
System
..........................................
...........................................
....................................................
........................................................................
audio CDs to the hard disk drive
..................................
39 40 40 41
audio data ........................................................................
43
Trans fen-ing audio data from your computer to the Net MD (Check-out) .......................................................................
44
Checking Listening
out audio
to an MD
Listening
Advanced
..............................................................................
to an MD with the Net MD connected computer
Listening
files to the Net MD ........................................
47
to the
.........................................................................
to an MD with the Net MD disconnected from the computer .........................................................................
operations
44
......................................
Using other functions! .......................................................................... Using the SonicStage online help ..................................................
47 47
48 48 48
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Other
information
...........................................
50
Settings and Precautions ....................................................................... Settings according to OS ................................................................ For users with OpenMG Jukebox, SonicStage, or SonicStage Premium installed on their computer .............................. Note on hard disk drive space ........................................................ Notes on system suspend/hibernation mode ................................... Backing up the audio data .............................................................. Note on the battery ......................................................................... Uninstalling the SonicStage software ................................................... For Windows XP users ................................................................... For Windows Millennium Edition/Windows 98 Second Edition users ................................................................................. For Windows 2000 users ................................................................
50 50
Troubleshooting .................................................................................... if your computer does not recognize the Net MD .......................... if the installation was not successful .............................................. if check-out (check-in) was not successful .................................... Information and explanations ............................................................... Net MD FAQ .................................................................................. On copyright protection .................................................................. Glossary ................................................................................................ Index .....................................................................................................
56 58 58 59 60 60 61 63 65
52 53 53 53 53 54 54 54 55
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Before using this product This recorder can only record materials from the connected computer. This manual explains the recorder operations and lhe installation and basic use oflhe supplied SonicStage software. For details on the various operations, relhr to the pages indicated below.
When using the recorder Recorder
Operation
(pages
11 to 31)
P_ges 11 to 31 in this manual explain |he use of the Net MD as 3n ordinary MiniDisc Walkman. Troubleshooting and explanations (page 29) This section shows the troubles you may find while using the recorder, and their solutions.
When using the Net MD (the recorder) connected to your computer Software
Operation
(pages
32 to 64)
P_ges 32 to 64 in this manual explain |he installation and basic operations SonicStage software. Rel_r to lhese pages for details.
of the supplied
Other information (page 50) This section shows the troubles you may find while using the SonicSt_ge software, their solutions. It also has the list of frequently asked questions and answers. SonicStage
Ver.
1.5
and
Help
This is an online help that you can view on your computer screen. Refer to online help for details on the use of the software. 'Ib display the help window, see page 48.
Notes on the "Software Operation" section • The displayed items in the illustralions that appear in this section may differ from the actual items displayed by the software. • Explmlations ill this section assume Ihmiliarity with basic Windows ope_tions. For details on the use of your computer and the operattag system, please refer to the respective mmmals. • Explmlations ill this section cover general Net MD products. For this reason, some explanations (and some illustrations) may not be applicable to your Nel MD. Please re|_:r to the operaling instructions of your Net MD as wel!.
Checking
the
supplied
accessories
Headphones/earphones ( 1) Dedicated USB cable (1) CD-ROM (SonicStage Ver. 1.5 and Net MD Simple Burner Vet. 1. I) (1)* *Do nol pl_y a CD-ROM on an audio CD player.
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Looking at the controls Front
of the
[]
Display window
[]
VOL +* and
[]
recorder
[]
MENU button
button
[]
GROUP button
* Tile VOL _-button has a tactile dot.
[]
USB jack When connecting to your computer, connect lhe dedic3ted USB cable to
4-position
control
key
EN'ITIm,_I I (enter/play/pause)* and _ (search/AMS) I/CANCEL (stop/cancel) * Tile ENT/IP,-II
button has a tactile dot.
this jack. []
HOLD switch
[]
_ (he3dphones/earphones)
jack
Back
[_
of the
recorder
OPEN button
[]
Battery compartment
lid
[_] Hand strap hole Use 1he hole 1o attach your own str3p.
The
display
window
of the
recorder
[_
Disc indicalion
[]
[]
Group mode indication Lights up when group mode is on.
Play mode indicotion Shows play mode of|he
[]
SOUND
[]
Track number displ3y
[]
Disc, group, 1rack indication
_]
Battery level indication Shows 3pproximale battery condition.
[]
Character inlbnnation display Displays 1he track names, elapsed time, etc.
MD.
indic3tion
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Getting
started. =
Insert an alkaline
Slide to open the battery compartment lid. When
to replace
the
dry battery.
Insert one LR6 (size AA)alkaline dry battery minus end first.
Close the lid.
battery
You can check lhe battery condition
through
tl_e battery indicator
while using lhe recorder.
Battery power decreasing Weak battery The battery has gone out. "LoBATT" flashes in tl_e display, and the power goes off. Battery When
life 1) SP Stereo
LP2 Stereo
LP4 Stereo
playing 2)
Approx. 42 hours
Approx. 48 hours
Approx. 56 hours
checking out audio data fi'om l_e computer 3)
75 tracks (of about 5 minutes each)
300 tracks (of about 5 minutes each)
600 tracks (of about 5 minu_es each)
li When using 2i Measured in Association) 3i The numbers environment.
a new Sony LR6 (size AA) "STAMINA" alkaline dry battery (produced in J_pan). accordance with the JEITA (Japan Electronics and lnfornlation Technology Industries slmldard. of tracks that can be checked out di|]_rs according to the computer's operating
Notes • Disconnect tile dedicated USB cable before replacing the dry battery. • The battery life may be shorter than that specified, depending on the operating temperature of the location, and varielies of b_lteries.
conditions,
the
Make connections control. 0
Connect the headphones/earphonesto
and unlock the 0
Slide HOLD in the opposite direction of the arrow indicatedon the recorder (HOLD -,,=_ ) to unlockthe control,
HOLD
Connectfirmly.
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Playing an MD right away! Insert an MD. 0
Press OPENto open the lid.
Insert an MD to the directionof the arrow with the label side facing front, and press the lid down to close.
Play an MD. ENT/D,,'-II, 14_1, Iz,_l, I/CANCEL
0 _
Press I_11. Press VOL + or - to adjust the volume. The volume l[ldJcator appears in the display allowing you to check the volume level.
To
VOL+, -
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stop
play,
press
II.
Playback starts from the point you last stopped playing. To s_art playback from the beginning of the first track, hold down I_'_11 |br 2 seconds or more.
To
Operation
Pause
Press ID,-I I. Press ID,-II again to resume play.
Find _l_e beginning of the current track or lhe previous lrackU
Press I<_1. Press _ repealedly until _l_ebeginning the desired track appears.
Find _l_e beginning
Press _
Go backwards
of the next track2/
or froward while playing
of
once.
Hold down _
or m_P'l.
Search tbr a point in a track while viewing lhe elapsed time (Time search)
While pausing, press and hold _
or IH_t.
Search for a specific track while viewing track numbers (index search)
While the recorder is stopped, press and hold _ or m_P'l.
Remove lhe MD
Press I,
and 1hen press OPEN.3/
_/If you press _ twice continuously while playing the first track of the disc, the recorder goes to the beginning of the lasl track on the disc. 2) If you press _ during the lasl track of the disc, the recorder goes to the beginning of the first track on the disc. 3) If you open the lid, the playback will begin from the beginning of the tirsl track (except when group mode is on).
Suppressing the skip of the sound (G.PROTECTION) The G-PROTECTION function was developed to provide a higher level of shock resistance than d_at of existing players in order to allow the recorder to be used while jogging. Note The playback sound may skip it_ • tile recorder receives s_mnger continuous • a dirty or scratched MiniDisc is played.
shock.
• Tile MZ-NE410 supports DSP TYPE-S for ATRAC/ATRAC3. It thus allows you to enjoy TYPE-S higb-quali_y sotlnd from MDs recorded in MDLP mode on TYPE-S-equipped MD decks, etc. • The recorder can play the track recorded by 2 x or 4 x long playing mode (LP2 or LP4). No_nal stereo playback, LP2 stereo playback, LP4 stereo playback or monaural playback is aulomaiically selected lo match the audio source.
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Selecting mode
the
play lay)
You can select various play modes such as normal play, single-track play (I Trk), or shuffle play (Shull). You can also select repe3t play wilh _he selected play mode. MENU
2
Ei Group play mode (im'l) appears whenever you pl_y a disc wid_ group settings. For more details, see "Pl_ying a track in group pl_y" (p_ge 21). 4
Press _ or _ repeatedly until "RepOFF" or "RepON" (playing a Irack repeatedly) appeors in the display, and then press EN'I'/Im_II lo enter the selection. If you select "RepON", "c;" appears on O and the plzyback repeats wilh _he play mode selected in step 3.
IHH, m/CANCEL
1
I;l :::: n o
O lights up when you press ENT/ Press MENU. Press _
1_11.
or _
repeatedly
until
"P-MODE" appears in the display, and then press ENT/I_II. 3
Press _ or _ repeatedly to select _he play mode, and lhen press EN'I'/II"- I I.
Display
Each time you press I_H, _he display item indicated by O changes as lbllows:
1
Repeat play of a selected track
SItUF _
Repe_t shuffle play of all tracks
Pressing ENT/Im_II while O is flashing causes _he play mode lo enter. Pressing _
repeatedly
O
Play mode Repe3t play of all tracks
changes O. To cancel the Press MENU.
LLLJ_
_---0 Display
18
_11
Play mode
Normal (normal play)
All |he tracks are played once.
1 irk (single-track pl3y)
A single track is played once.
procedure
To return the preceding settings Press I/CANCEL.
Adjusting treble or bass (Digital Sound Preset) You can adjust the treble and bass to suit your taste. The ployer can store two sets of treble-bass adjustments, which can then be selected later during playback. MENU
Adjusting the sound quality You can change the preset sound quality. To change the preset sound quality, select "SOUNDI" or "SOUND2", the one you want to change, in advance.
1
While playing, press MEN U.
2
Press _
or _
repeatedly
until
"SOUND" oppears in the display, and then press ENT/D,'-II.
3
Press _ or _ repeatedly until "SET" appears in the display, and then press ENT/D,'-II.
4
[HT/I_||, I_1_1, IHH, I/CANCEL
Press _ or _ repeatedly until "SOUND1" or "SOUND2" 3ppears in the display, and then press ENT/ I_11.
Selecting the sound quality Factory
settings
Factory settings of the digital sound preset are as follows: • "SOUNDI': bass +I, treble _0 • "SOUND2":
5
Press _ or _ repeatedly adjust the sound level.
While playing,
2
Press _
to
Shows "SOUND1" or "SOUND2" is selected
bass +3, treble _0
1
press MENU.
or _
"SOUND" appears press ENT/I_II. 3
The display shows the currently "BASS" sound setting.
repeatedly
until
in the display, and
Press 1"<41or _ repeatedly to select "SOUND 1", "SOUND2", or "OFF" in the display, and then press ENT/I_U to enter the selection.
The soundcan be adjusted in 8 steps. (-4, -3, ...-+0, ...+2, +3)
6
Selecting "OFF" turns off the digital sound preset function.
Press ENT/II_I
I.
"BASS" is set and the display changes to "TRE" (ireNe) setting mode.
7
Press _ or _ repeatedly to adjust the sound level, ond then press ENT/mD_II to enter the selection. "TRE" (treble) is set. The sound settings are saved and the playback display appears again.
19
To cancel the Press MENU.
procedure
To return the preceding settings Press m/CANCEL. Note _Vhen using a digital sound preset, the sound may break or become distorted if t]le volume is turned up too high, depending oll the settings or the track. In this case, change the se_fings of the sound quality.
20
Note
What is the function?
group
The recorder does ]lot support the recording of group se_tings on the recorder. Use the supplied SonicSlage software to assign tracks to group. For details, see "Software Operation" section (page 32).
The group function is provided 1o allow playback of discs wilh group settings. The group function is convenient lbr playback of MDs on which several albums or CD singles have been recorded (LP2/LP4) mode. What is a disc settings?
with
MENU
in MDLP
group
,oGROUP
The recorder can operate various functions in units of group; thai is tracks thai have been recorded on a disc as part of separate groups, as shown below.
ENT/II="-II, I<_, I_1, I/CANCEL
Playing a track in group play
Before group settings are made
In group play, all groups are played in order, starting wilh group 1, followed by lhe unassigned tracks ("GP --'). Playback slops after all lhe tracks have been played.
Disc
11121314151617181111121131141151 1 Press MENU. 2 Track1 to 5 are assignedto group 1. Press _ or _
repeatedly until "P-MODE" appears in the display, and then press ENr/ml,-||.
!!,
Track8 to12 are assignedto group 2. Track13 to15 are assignedto group 3. Track6 to 7 are assignedto no group.
3
After setting the group (group play)
4 Group 1
/1_'1
Group2
I_1
Group3
I"
1
Disc
]
H Tracks that were not assignedto a group are treated as being part of "GP --". You can create a maximum on a disc.
of 99 groups
Press _ or _ repeatedly until "U'I" and "Normal" appear in the display, and then press EN'ITI_| |.
Press _ or _ repeatedly until "RepOFF" appears in |he display, and then press EN'F/D,'-II to entor lhe selection.
To cue (Group
to the Skip)
start
of a group
1 While playing, press GROUP. 2 Press I_ or I_1. Pressing the _ or _ button cues to the first track of the previous or next group.
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Selecting the play mode for group play (Group Play Mode) The shuffle play and repeat play function can be used during group play mode.
1
Press MENU.
2
Press _
orlHH
until "P-MODE"
appears in the display, and lhen press EN'I'/I_I I. 3
Press _ or _ repeatedly to select lhe play mode, and lhen press ENI'/I_I I. After normal playback (page 18), lhe lbllowing play modes are displayed.
Display
Play mode
i_, Normal Normal Group Play)
All tracks in lhe groups play back once (starting wilh the first track in group 1).
i_, Shuff (In-Group Shuffle)
Shuffle play starts wilh lhe group that is currently playing, and continues with the succeeding groups.
4
Press _
or _
repeatedly
until
"RepOFF" or "RepON" appears in the display, and lhen press ENT/ I_-|| to enter the selection. if you select "RepON', "C" appears in the display and playback repeals in the respective group play mode (Group Repeat Play). Display
Play mode
[_,
Repeat play of tracks wilhin a group
c;
[_l, SItUF _
To cancel the Press MENU.
22
Repeat shuffle play of tracks within a group procedure
To return the preceding settings Press m/CANCEL.
3
Viewing various information You can check lhe track name, disc name, etc. during playback. Group-related items appear only when a track with group settings is played. MENU
Press _ or _ repeatedly until the information thai you want appears in the display, and then press ENT/ ID,-I I to enter 1he selection. Each time you press I_1, changes as follows:
the display
Display
Meaning
LapTim
The elapsed time of the current track
T:Name
Track name
G:Name
Group name
D:Name
Disc name
T MODE
indicates the recording mode selected on the MD recorder used; i.e., "SP', "LP2", "LP4", or "MONO'.
l
ENT/I_-II, I_, I_1_1,I/CANCEL
Notes
0
0
Track number
0 The elapsed time
]'rack number
d'_
Track name
The number of total tracks in
GP
Group name
_
Disc name
the groups The number of total tracks Track number
• Depending on the group settings, the operating conditions and the disc se_fings, you m_y no_ be able to select certain indications or the indicalions m_y appear differently. • The "T MODE" indicalion oppears only during playback. [t appears for a few seconds, and is Ihen replaced by the elapsed time of the current track.
To cancel the Press MENU.
procedure
To return the preceding settings Press ==/CANCEL.
Track mode
1
Press MENU.
2
Press I_
or I_
repeatedly
"DISP" appears in the display, then press EN'ITI=_II.
until and
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Notes
Starting quickly
the playback (Quick Mode)
Afmr pressing the playback button or cueing to (he track, the playback can start quickly. MENU I
ENT/Im,"II, I,<_I, I_1, B/CANCEL
1 2
3
Press MENU. Press _ or _ repeatedly until "OPTION" appears in the display, and then press ENT/I_||. Press _
or _
repeatedly
"Power" appears in )he display, then press EN'I'/I_||. 4
and
Press _ or _ repeatedly until "QUICK" appears in the display, and then press EN'I'/I_||.
To switch
back
to the
setting Select "NORMAL"
in step 4.
To cancel the Press MENU.
procedure
To return the preceding settings Press m/CANCEL.
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until
normal
• When the power mode is set to "QUICK", the power remains on within the recorder even when nothing appears in the display. This leads to a shorter battery lilk:. • 1f no recorder operation (including opmling or closing of(he lid) occurs for ml hour, the power in tile recorder automatically )urn ofl] For this reason, the next time you start playback or do another opera)ion, tile recorder will not respond quickly, file unit, however, will re*urn to quick mode afterwards.
Protecting (AVLS)
your
hearing
The AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) function keeps down 1he maximum volume to protect your eors.
Locking (HOLD)
the
controls
To prevent the buttons from being accidentally operated when you carry |he player, use this l_nction. HOLD
MENU
ENT/ID,'-II, I'_1_1, ID,,_I, IE/CANCEL
1 2
3
•
Press MENU. Press Iq_ or _ repeatedly until "OPTION" appears in 1he display, and then press ENT/I_II. Press _
or _
repeatedly
until
"AVLS" appears in the display, and then press ENT/I_II. 4
Press _ or _ repeatedly until "ON" appears in (he display, and then press ENT/ID'-II to enter the selection. "ON" appears in the display, and alter a l}w seconds, the playback display appears again.
To cancel
the
AVLS
function
Select "OFF" in step 4. TO cancel the Press MENU.
procedure
To return the preceding settings Press El/CANCEL.
Slide HOLD in the direction to lock.
To unlock
the
of the
controls
Slide HOLD to the opposite (he arrow.
direction
of
On
Precautions On
installation
Never use the recorder where it wifi be su[_jected to extremes of ]ighb temperature, moisture or vibr_lion.
safety
• DO no_ carry or store tile dry battery in the same place with metallic objects such as coins, key rings, or necklaces. This may cause a short-circuit and the generation of heat. • Incorrect baltery usage may cause 1he baltery fluid to leak or b_ltery to burst. To prevent such accidents, make sure d_e battery is installed wfih the + and poles oriented correctly. • [fa battery leak should develop, carefully and thoroughly wipe away tile baltery fluid in the ballery compartment before inserting a new bm_ery. • If you will no1 use the recorder for a long time, be sure to remove the dry battery.
On
the
Handling
• DO no_ drop or bump the recorder. cause _he recorder to malfunction.
This may
• Do nol pull headphones/earphones cords. • Do nol place the recorder in tbe following places: An extremely hot place (over 60_C (14fi°F)) A place exposed to direct sunlight or near a healer hi a car with the windows rolled up (especially in lhe summer) In a damp place such as a balhroom Near a source of electromagnetic fields such as a magneb speaker, or TV h/a dusty place On
heat
build-up
Ifeal may build up in _he recorder if it is used for ml exlended period of time. This, however, is not a mal|hncfion.
On mechanical
noise
The recorder emits mechmlica] noise while operating, which is caused by tile power-saving syslem oflhe recorder. This is not a malfunction.
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cartridge
case.
• Do not place the cartridge where it will be subjected Io light, temperalure, moisture or dus_. • Do not affix the label outside of the specified area on the MD. Make sure the label is placed wfihin tbe recessed space on the disc.
On the Road
On
MiniDisc
• DO not touch the internal disc direoly. Forcing the shutter open may damage the inlernal disc. • When lransporting a MiniDisc, keep it in its
headphoneslearphones
safety
• Do not use headphones/earphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. This may lead to a traffic accident and is illegal in many areas, it can also be potentially dangerous to play your recorder at high volumes while walking, especially at pedestrian crossings. You should exercise extreme caution or discontinue using the recorder in potentially hazardous situations. • lfyou experience m/allergic reaction to the supplied headphones/eaq)hones, stop using _hem at once mid consult a doctor or a Sony service
center.
Preventing
hearing
damage
Avoid using headphones/earphones at high volumes. 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 ]noder_le level. This vci!l allow you to hear outside sounds and to be considerate of the people around you.
On
cleaning
To
• After wiping the recorder casing with a soft cloth slightly moistened with waler, wipe it again with a dry cloth. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzene as this may mar the finish on the easing. • Wipe the disc cartridge with a dry clolh to remove dirt. • Dust on the lens may prevent the unit from operatthg properly. Be sure to close the disc compartment lid after thsertthg or ejecting an MD. • To maintain good sound quality, use a soft cloth to clean the plugs of the headphones/ ca;phones. A dirty plug may cause noise or inte_mittent breaks in the sound during playback. • Clean lhe terminals periodically with a cotton swab or a soft cloth as illustrated.
protect
a recorded
MD
To record-prolect an MD, slide open tile tab at the side of the MD. In this position, tile MD cannol be recorded, q_ record again, slide the tab back so the tab is visible.
Tab
Recordedmaterialis Back of the MD
protected.
I I I
i Recorded materml notprotected.
Dry battery compartment
I I I
_s i I !
If you have any questions or problems concerning your recorder, please consult your nearest Sony deale_ (Ira trouble occurred when the disc was in the recorded we recommend that
/rerminals
the disc be left in the recorder when you consult your Sony dealer so that the cause of trouble may be better understood.) When consulting your Sony dealed be sure to bring the recorder and the headphones/ earphones.
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General
Specifications MD
Player
Audio playing system MiniDisc digital audio system Laser diode properties Material: GaAIAs Wavelength: _. 790 nm Emission duration: continuous Laser outpul: less than 44.6 pW (This oulput is the value measured at a dislance of 200 mm from the o'qiective lens surPace on the optical pick-up block with 7 mm aperture.) Recording and playback time (when using MDW-80) Maximmn lg0 rain. in monaural Maximum 320 min. in LP4 s_ereo Revolutions
Power requirements One LR6 (size AA) alkaline baltery (not supplied) Recommended temperature for check-in/check-out _5 ° C 041 ° F) or higher Battery operation time See "Battery li|_" (page 14) Dimensions Approx. 81 x 28.9 x 74.4 mm (w/h/d) (31/4 × 13/_, × 3 in.) witfiout projections. Maas Approx. 106 g (3.8 o7) the recorder only US and Ibreign pa*ents licensed from Dolby Labora*ories. Design and specifications without notice.
are subject
to change
Approx. 380 rpm to 2,700 rpm Error correction ACIRC (Advanced Cross Solomon Code) Sampling frequency 44.1 klfz
Interleave
Reed
Coding ATRAC (Adaptive TRansform Acoustic Coding) ATRAC3 LP2/LP4 Modulation system EFM (Eight to Fourteen Modulation) Number of channels 2 stereo channels I monaural channel Frequency response 20 to 20,000 Hz _ 3 dB Outputs ,Q: stereo mini-jack, maximum 5 mW _- 5 mW, load impedance 5 mW _- 5 mW, load impedance
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output level 24 £2(USA) 16 _2(Canada)
Optional accessories MDR series stereo Headphones/earphones* SRS series Active Speakers * When using optional headphones, use only headphones/earphones with stereo mini plugs. You cannot use headphones/ earphones with micro plugs. Your dealer may not handle some of_he above listed accessories. Please ask the dealer for detailed information abou_ the accessories in your country.
Troubles
and
solutions
if you llnd any troubles operating
1he recorder,
1
Check |his section,
and solutions"
2
if you cannot solve the problem after you made checks, dealer.
"Troubles
follow |he s|eps below. (page 29). consult your nearest
Sony
While playing Symptom
Cause/Remedy
An MD is not played normally
• Repeat play is _ Use MENU (page 18). • Playback mode Use MENU (page 18).
selected. on |he recorder
to cb_nge back to |he normal pl3y
is changed on |he recorder
to cb_nge back to |he normal pl3y
An MD is not played from the first track
• Disc playing stopped before it came to |he last track _ Press roD,-|| for 2 seconds or more to start playing. • Group play mode is selected "_ Use MENU on |he recorder to cb_nge back to |he normal pl3y (page 18), and |hen press roD,-|| lbr 2 seconds or more to start playing.
The digital sound )reset function does not work.
• The digital sound preset is off. "_ Select "SOUNDI" or "SOUND2"
Playback skips.
• The recorder is placed where it receives continuous vibration. "_ Put |he recorder on a stable place. • A very short track may cause sound to skip. ,,_ Try not to create a track under one second long.
sound
(p3ge 19).
Sound has a lot of static,
• Strong mognetism from a television or such device is interfering with operation. "_ Move the recorder away from |he source of strong magnetism.
Noise is
• The sound was recorded
momentarily heard, Volume casmot be turned up.
in LP4 stereo mode.
"_ Because of the nature of the compression method used in LP4 mode, noise moy be output on very rare occasions during playback of sound recorded in |his mode. • AVLS is on. "_ Release
AVLS settings (page 25).
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Symptom
Cause/Remedy
No sound comes through the headphones/
• The headphones/earphones plug is not firmly connected. _ Plug in the plug of the headphones/earphones firmly to Q. • Volume is mo low.
earphones.
"_ Adjust 1he volume by pressing VOL + or • The plug is dirty. "_ Clean the plug.
The recorder skips to several tracks ahead or behind when you press or I_H.
• The GROUP button has been pressed (Un is flashing in _he display). "_ The recorder returns to normal if no operation has made for 5 seconds.
The ediled tracks m_y exhibit sound dropout during search operations,
• This occurs due to the MiniDisc system limitation. The li'agmentation of data may cause sound dropout while searching because the tracks are played in higher speed lhan normal pl3yback.
While using
group
.
function
Symptom
Cause/Remedy
The group function does not oper3te,
* While using a disc with no group setting, an attempt was made to select some group-relaled menu ("No Gp" appears in the disploy). -_" Use a disc with group setting.
A track cannot be checked out to a new group. A new group cannot be crealed on the supplied SonicStage software,
* This is due to the MiniDisc system limitations. Group intbrmation has been written to the area where the disc name is stored. The disc name and track names are recorded in the same area, which can store a moximum of approximately 1,700 characters. If the total number exceeds _his amount, a new group cannot be created even though group mode is on. It is also impossible to make group settings at this time.
Others
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Symptom
Cause/Remedy
The recorder does
• The volume is low.
not work or works poorly.
_ Iilm up the volume. • No disc is inserted ("NoDISC" -_- Insert a recorded disc.
appears
in the display).
The recorder does not work or works poorly.
• The HOLD function is turned on ("HOLD" appears in the display when you press an operation button on the recorder). _#" Disable HOLD by sliding |he ftOLD switch lo |he opposite direction of the arrow. • The lid is not firmly closed. Close the lid until it clicks. • Moisture has condensed inside the recorder. lake the MD out and leave lhe recorder in a warm place for several hours until the moisture evaporates. • The dry battery is weak ("LoBATT" flashes or nothing 3ppears). Replace the dry battery wilh a new one. • The dry battery have been inserted incorrectly. Insert lhe battery correctly. • An MD wilh nolhing recorded in |he displ3y). Insert a recorded MD.
on is inserted ("BLANK"
appears
• The disc is damaged or does not contain proper recording ("Rd ERR" appears in the displzy). Reinsert the disc. If the error message still appears, replace it wilh another disc. • While operating, the recorder received a mechanical shock, too much static, abnormal power voltage caused by lighming, etc. Restart lhe operation as lbllows. 1 Remove lhe dry battery from the recorder. 2 Leave the recorder for about 30 seconds. 3 insert the dry battery.
Explanations About
the
DSP
TYPE-S
for ATRACIATRAC3
This recorder supports playback with the DSP TYPE-S specification for high-level Sony MiniDisc decks equipped with digital signal processors (DSP). This specificntion allows tracks recorded in MDLP mode to be played back with high quality sound. Since this recorder also supports DSP TYPE-R specification, superb sound is produced during playback in SP (non_al slereo) mode as well. Suppressing The G-PROTECTION existing players.
the
skips function
of
the
_vas deve[oped
sound
(G-PROTECTION)
to provide
a higher level of shock resistance
than thai of
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Recording audio your computer
data
to
You can record audio data to your computer from sourcessuch as audio CDsand the Internet (page 40).
Audio CDs
Internet
On the computer Listening You can listen to an audio CD in the CD* ROM drive of your computer, or audio data in the hard disk drive (page 47).
What is a Net MD? Net MD is a standard that enables the transfer of audio data from a computer to a MiniDisc device. To use this Net MD with your computer requires a software application called "SonicStage". SonicStage software provides a database for managing audio data in the computar and functions lbr playing the audio data in various play modes, editing the data, and transl_rring the results to other devices and hardware connected to the computer. It is an integrated software application with a variety of functions for enjoying music.
Transferring the Net MD
audio
data
to
You can transfer audio data stored in your computerto an MD (page 44). To a Net MD
Editing You can easily edit audio data or add labels from the keyboard (page 43).
Creating library
a music
You can create a music library of your favorite songson your computer.
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Basic
operational
flow
using
the
Net
MD
The following is the basic steps that you will take lbllowing the purchase of your recorder. Through these steps, you will prepare and set up your computer for use of your recorder as a Net MD. Do the following steps, and refer to the indicated pages lbr details.
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Providing
the
required
system
environment
System requirements The following hardware lbr the Net MD. Computer
and software
3re required in order co use the SonicStage
software
IBM PC/_(F or Compatible CPU: Pentilam Ii 400 Mttz or higher (Pentium iii 450 Mltz or higher is recommended.) Hard disk drive spaceE): 120 MB or more RAM: 64 MB or higher (128 MB or higher is recommended) Olhers CD-ROM drive (capable Sound Board USB port (supports
of digital pl3yback
by WDM)
USB 2.0 Full Speed (previously
USB I.I))
Operating System
Factory installed: Windows XP Home Edition/Windows XP Professional/Windows Millennium Edition/Windows 2000 Professional/Windows 98 Second Edition
Display
High Color (16bit) or greater, 800 x 480 dols or more (800 x 600 dots or more is recommended)
Others
internet access: for Web registration and EMD services Windows Media P13yer (version 7.0 or higher) installed WMA files
tbr playing
See page 53 for details. This
software
• Macintosh • Windows •Windows •Windows •Windows • Windows • • • •
is not
supported
by the
following
environments:
XP versions olher than Home Edition or Profi:ssional 2000 versions olher than Pro|i:ssional 98 versions otber fl/an Second Edition NT 95
Personally constructed PCs or operating systems An environment that is an upgrade of the original M ulli-boot environment Mulli-monitor environment
manu facturerdnstalled
operating
system
Notes •We do not ensure • We do not ensure colnpulers.
trouble-free trouble-free
operation on all compulers that satisfy tile system requirements. operation of the syslem suspend, sleep, or hiben_arion function
on all
Installing
the
software
This section explains the installation Net MD.
Before installing
the
onto
of the SonicStage
computer
Ver. 1.5 software
supplied wi|h your
software
t Make sure to note the following Do not connect
your
the dedicated
before installing USB cable
the software.
before the installation!
The SonicStage software may not correctly load or operate if the dedicaled cable is connecled to your computer during the installation. Close all other Windows
applications
Make sure to close any virus-check amounls of system resources.
software,
before starting
USB
the installation!
as such software usually demand large
2 Depending on the following operating system or software already installed on your computer, refer to the reference pages before installing the software. Windows
XP
ib install this software, =_
Windows
Millennium
page
50
Edition
If you perform
page 51 Windows
2000
the "System
Restore"
page
51
OpenMG Jukebox, SonicStage, or SonicStage Premium =_
page
lhnction
of
(he Windows "System 'lk)ols" menu, the tracks managed by SonicStage may become corrupted and rendered unplayable. You must log on as "Administrator"
=_
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you must log on with a
user name wi_h "Computer Administrator". If you perform the "System Restore" lhnction in (he Windows "System 'lk_ols" menu, the tracks managed by SonicStage may become corrupted and rendered unplayable.
installing
before
the software.
Depending on the version of your software, lhe existing software may be overwritten by the new version or it may co-exist with SonicStage 52
ver. 1.5. As the installation process will depend on the version, see the reference page lbr details.
Installing SonicStage Ver.l.5 1
Turn on your
2
Insert your
computer
the installation
and start up Windows.
CD-ROM
for SonicStage
into the CD-ROM
The setup program as_d the SonicStage window appears.
3
Click
drive of
computer.
to select
[SonicStage
starls up automatically Ver. 1.5 installation
1.5].
'lb use this software with lhe Net MD, you must install SonicStage MD driver.
Ver. 1.5 and 1he Net
Click [gonicStage 1.5]
• When installing SonicStage |he first time
for
• When SonicStage, SonicStage Premium, or OpenMG Jukebox is installed on the computer
continued
37
4
Follow the displayed
instructions. Read
the inslructions
carefully.
The installation may take 20 to 30 minutes, depending on your system environment (page
S
After the installation
is completed,
59).
click [Restart] to restart the computer. Make sure to restart your computer the installation has completed.
Was
the installation
If any 1rouble
occurs
only
alter
successful? during
lbe installation,
see "Troubleshooting"
(page
56).
Notes • Do no1 delete, move, or edit any of the insi_lled folders using Explorer or any other application. Doing so could cause the SonicStage database to become unstable or corrupted. • While lhe installalion is still in progress, do no1 interrupt lhe oper_lion or take the CD-ROM out of lhe CD-ROM drive. Doing so m_y render it impossible to install the software _hereafter.
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Connecting
the
Net
MD to your
computer
Atler 1he software installation is completed, com_ect the Net iVIDto your computer. Refer to the operating instructions of the Net MD as well. I
Make
sure the remailaing
Note Disconnect
the dedicated
2
Insert
a recordable
3
Make
the power
power
of the dry battery
USB cable before replacing
is sufficient.
1he dry battery.
disc into the Net MD.
source
and the dedicated
USB cable
connections
with the Net
MD and the computer. Tothe USBjack/
Tothe USB connectin( terminal
Net MD _ __,_ dedicatedjack devices* Dedicated USBcab e
*
4
Computer
If a cradle is supplied with your Net MD, conneo the dedicated USB cradle and place the Net MD onto the USB cradle.
Check
USB cable to the
the connections. When the connections have been properly made, "PC÷÷MD"* appears in 1he display of the Net MD. *Depending displayed.
on the device, "Net MD" may be
Notes • When tlsthg the Nel MD connected to your compuler, make sure m run the recorder with a new @ batlery. We do not assu_ the results should the_ be a mis-operation, check-out failure, or destruction of atldio data caused by insuft]cient battery powe_ • Place the recorder on a stable surface so that the dedicated USB cable does ]lot become detached.
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Storing
audio
data
to your
computer
This section explains how lo record and siore audio data from an audio CD Io |he hard disk drive of your computer. The procedure in ibis section is used |o record all tracks on an audio CD, 'lk_ record only specific tracks from a CD, or from other sound sources, see |he online help for details (page 48). Note The system may malfunction if your eompllter changes to system suspend or hibernation mode _vtale the sol, ware is playing, recording, Or connecting to an external d_vice or media* such as a Net MD. Make sure to disable any changes to suspend or hibernation mode. gee page 53 for details. * For _his software, the word "MD" re f_crs to the built-in MD slol on file computer, Media" to a Net MD that is externally connected over a U SB cable.
Starting SonicStage Do one of the following: • Double click c,_,, ([SonicStage] icon) on the computer. • Select [Start] - [Programs]* - [SonicStage] - [SonicStage]. * [All Programs] in the case of Windows XP SonicStage
40
starts up and the main window
appears.
and "Device/
Recording
audio
CDs to the hard disk drive
in SonicStage Ver.1.5, the hard disk drive is called the "Music Drive". The Music Drive manages all audio data stored by SonicStage. I Music
I
Drive
Insert the audio CD that you want to record into the CD-ROM drive of your computer. ]'he
CD window
appears
in the display.
Note When you record an audio CD from your CD-ROM drive for lhe first time, the "CD Drive Optimization" dialog box appears when you insert the audio CD. Clicking [Starq initiales a check of the CD-ROM drive to verify that the CDROM drive is able to perform the recording properly.
2 Click [,'-dmm_'l. The recording navigation window* appears in _he display. *The recording navigation window makes it easy to make a recording. Simply by doing Ill, [] and [] in the next step, you cm_ select l]_e audio source in l]_e left panel and the recording destinalion in lhe right panel
Select _CD) then click I_! _
for [Ill Sources] mad *_: (Musm Drive) for [1_1 Targets], [Jump to Record Window]. The display
changes
to lhe recording
window.
continued
41
4
Click
_
select
the recording
_i_
]m
in the middle
of the recording
When recording data select ATRAC3 When recording data select ATRAC3
If the list panel
window
and
mode.
is not displayed,
chck
,_,,_
in LP2 mode: 132kbps in LP4 mode: 66kbps
.
List panels appear under the recording window. The contents of the audio CD appear in the let/list pm_eh
Click
[Record
Recording starts. Upon completion,
To stop
recorded
All]. 1racks appear in the right list panel.
recording
To resume recording, click 1_ • When recording of the track that was last stopped.
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is resumed,
it starts from the beginning
Labeling audio data At/er recording has completed, you can label the audio data in the Music Drive. Once audio data in the Music Drive is labeled, the label in_bmmtion will be trm_sferred to a disc along with the audio data, allowing you to view the data on your Net MD. '1
Start up SonicStage
(page
40) aud click
_
(Music
Drive).
"All Playlists" appears and all fl_e albums stored on the Music Drive appear in the Music Drive window.
Double
click
the desired
album
name.
A list of the audio files in that album appears.
Click
_
in the lower
right part of the display.
]'he editing panel appears in fl_e display.
4
Select
an item by clicking
right-click
mad select
[Title],
[Album],
[Artist],
or [Genre],
You can also click IT] at [Album] or [Artist] to display a dropdown an item from the list.
When
the track
title
and then
[Rename].
is highlighted,
enter
You can also import names from a database with the _ albums. See the online help for details (page 48).
the text data from
list, and then select
the keyboard.
([CD Info]) button for use in labeling tracks or
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Transferring audio Net MD (Check-out)
data
from
your
computer
to the
Audio data stored on the Music Drive can be transl_rred to your Net MD. This process is called "Check-out'. The number of times a track can be checked out is restricted in this soflware tbr lhe protection of copyrights (page 61 ).
Music Drive
Playlist
Checking out audio files to the Net MD This section explains how to check out all audio files in a playlist*. * A playlist is a container lh_l allows the stored audio files in tile Music Drive to be classified by genre, artist, etc. Notes • Make sure the remaining power of ttie dry battery is suft]eiem. • Check-outs should be done at a temperature of +5 oC (+4! o F) or higher.
1
2
44
Click
LmJl'_mL_ml
to display
the recording
navigation
window.
Select _ (Music Drive) for [Ill Sources] and (Device/Media) Targets], then click I_lll'_II ([Jump to Record Window]). The display changes to the recording window.
for [l_
3
Click
[_o_m_J
recording
mode
m (page
in the middle
of the display
and select
the
42).
Standard transfer mode: Data are transferred in the fbrmat of the original files. Maximum available transfer space: All data are transferred in LP4 mode. SP transfer mode: All data are converted and transferred in normal stereo mode. Select lhis mode if you listen to checked-out data on equipment that does not support MDLP mode.
4
If the list panel
is not displayed,
c ck [_2Z_F_
A playlist appears
5
Confirm out.
that the audio
files you are about
in the display.
to check
The music notations
out are okay
for checking
beside the track nmnber in 1he lef|
panel of the list represent the number of times 1he file can be checked out (e.g. R |he track can be checked out |hree more times), lfil appears beside the track number, 1he file cannot be checked out.
6
Click
_
[Check-Out
All].
Checking out of the files starts. All files in the playlist are checked out to 1he connected
TO cancel Click _
a check-out ([Stop]).
Net MD.
Notes • Make sure the battery power is sufficient before checking out (or checking in) audio data. If tile baltery becomes exhausled during a check-out (or check-in), the check-out (or check-in) will hal be completed. If this happens, replace the dry battery with a new one mid try again. • Make sure not to disconnect the dedicaled USB cable or power source until the operation has completed once the check-out (or check-in) operation has begun. Failure to do this may result in lhe loss of check-out authorization. Even ira check-out fails, the audio file may be considered checked out on the SonicStage side and the file's check-ou_ authorization may be reduced. • Make sure not to bump tile Nel MD after check-oul has slarted. If you do, the contents of the recording may hal be stored correctly. • Due to the limitations of the MD syslem, you may not be able to record the full amount of remaining recording time. • Due to the limitations of the MD system, a maximmn of aboul 1,700 characters can be stored for disc name, group names and track names on tlle disc. Take note of this Pact when checking out a large number of traaks. • The checking
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out of audio data may take longer iflhe
ballery
is weak.
Listening
to an MD
Ytm can listen to an MD on |he Net MD while it is connected 1o your computer. When disconnecled from your computer, 1he Net MD can be used as an ordinary MiniDisc device. For details on Nel MD operations,
rel_r to the "Recorder
Operations"
section.
Listening to an MD with the Net MD connected to the computer if you listen 1o an MD with lhe Net MD connected to the computer, be sure 1o listen with the Net MD itself(connecting lo the headphones/earphones, speakers, etc.). The MD sound cannot be heard from headphones/earphones lh_t are connected to 1he computer.
Listening to an MD with the Net MD disconnected from the computer Listen to lhe MD after disconnecting Net MD.
lhe dedicaled
USB cable li'om lhe computer
and lhe
Notes Generally, you canno_ erase or divide/combine checked-out audio files. If you want to edit such files, check them back in first. Checked-out files can be edited on some MD devices; however, erasing a track will decrease the number of times the file can be checked out, and dividing or combining tracks will render the file impossible to check back into the computer (page 60).
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Using
other
functions!
Using the SonicStage online help This manual explains only the basic operations of the SonicStzge software. However, lhe software has a host of other functions that allow you to carry out various operations, guch as importing audio files from lhe interne1, classil_cing and managing audio files, and playing in various play modes. For information and details on lhe various menus and operations, go to the online help. To
display
online
help
Click _ software
[
Help
You can display the online help by selecting tile following: [Start]-[Programs]*-[SonicStage]-[SonicStage lle[p] * [All Programs] in the case of Windows XE
48
(help) while |he SonicStage is running.
Viewing
online
help
ght side frame
Lel's find out how to use 1he online help first. An explanafion can also be lbund in the online help. 1 Double click [Overview] in the lefl-has_d fi'ame. 2 Click ]About this Help file]. The explanation will appear in the right-hand fi'ame.
on the use of the online help
3 Read the text. Scroll the display if necessary. Click underlined
words 1o jump to their explanations.
Note In the online help, "Device/Media' is the general term for exlernal devices such as Net MDs, Network Walkmans (i.e., portable [C audio players or portable "Memory Stick" audio players), and MusicClips.
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Settings
and
Precautions
Settings according to OS The settings and precautions will differ according Check 1he ilems lhat apply lo your system. For Windows Restrictions
1o |he operating
system being used.
XP users
when running
the SonicStage
software
under Windows
XP
• To install this software, you must log on with a user name with "Computer Administrator"* as an attribute. • You must log on with the user name "Administrators" or "Power Users" SonicStage software. • Bolh edition of Windows XP (ftome/Professional) can be used.
to use the
• The NTFS lbrmat of Windows XP Home Edition or Windows XP Professional installed) can be used only with lhe standard (factory) sellings.
(factory
* To check whelher the user n_me has the altdbute of "Computer Administrator" Go to [Starq- [Control Ponel]-[User Account], and then check the user n_me displayed on the window. When using SonicStage
under Windows
XP
If you use Ihe "Syslem Restore" function in Windows "System Tools", audio data massaged by SonicStage may become corrupled and rendered unplayable. Belbre executing _l_e system resloration procedure, you should first back up all audio files and reslore _hem after doing _he system restoration procedure. For details about backup procedures, refer to online help. Note Restoring backup dala requires access to the Intcrnet. [fan audio file becomes unplayable after restoring the system, an error dialog box may appear. If this occurs, do as instructcd by the message.
5O
For Windows
Millennium
When using SonicStage
Edition
users
under Windows
Millennium
Edition
if you use lhe "System Restore" funclion in Windows "System 'lbols', audio data managed by SonicStage may become corrupted and rendered unplayable. Before executing lhe system restoration procedure, you should first back up all audio files and restore them after doing lhe system restoration procedure. For details about backup procedures, refer to online help. Note Restoring backup data requires access to tile lnternet. restoring the system, an error dialog box may appear.
For Windows Restrictions
when
2000
If an audio file becomes unplayable after If this occurs, do as instructed by the message.
users
running the SonicStage
• You must log on as "Administrator"
software
to install the SonicStage
under Windows
2000
software.
• You must log on wi_h _he user name "Administrators" or "Power Users" to use _he SonicStage software. • Oflhe Windows 2000 versions, SonicStage is supported only by Windows 2000 Professional. • The NTFS format of Windows 2000 Professional with the standard (factory) settings.
For Windows Importing
98 Second
Edition
MP3 files to the computer
(faclory installed)
can be used only
users
or playing
WAV files on the computer
Microsoft Media Player version 7.0 or higher is required lbr importing MP3 files or playing WAV files. Users of earlier versions can download the most recent version from 1he Microsofl websi|e (http://www.microsofLcom/).
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For users with OpenMG Jukebox, SonicStage, or SonicStage Premium installed on their computer Note Confirm whelher any )racks have been checked If tracks have been checked out from OpenMG or SonicStage Premium, it may not be possible SonicStage Ver. 1.5. it is recommended 1o check Ver.l.5. Check the following The installation computer. Users
with
Installed
contents
before installing
items and procedure
OpenMG
SonicStage
will vary depending
Jukebox
Version
out from your computer. Jukebox, an earlier version of SonicStage, 1o check those )racks back in with in the tracks before installing SonicStage
Ver.l.5.
oll the software
installed on your
installed
What to do
Ver. 1.0~2.1
Install SonicStage 1.5. OpenMG Jukebox au)omatically uninstalled and replaced.E)
Ver. 1.0-2.1 is
Ver.2.2
OpenMG Jukebox Vet.2.2 and SonicStage Ver. 1.5 can coexist in the computer. If you install SonicStage Vet. 1.5, then OpenMG Jukebox Ver.2.2 will he automatically upgraded 1o (he la_est version.
Audio files recorded wfih OpenMG Jukebox Ver.1.0-2.1 are automatically converted )o SonicStage Ver.1.5 files. For satizty sake, it is recommended thai you back up your audio data wfih the back-up tool before doing (he upgrade to SonicSlage Ver. 1.5. Users
with
an earlier
ersion
version
of SonicStage
installed
What to do install SonicStage automatically uninstalled Ver. 1.5.and Thereplaced.El earlier version is
i) Audio files recorded wi(h Sonicgtage Ver.l .O-1.5 arc au)omatically converted )o Sonicgtage Ver.1.5 files. For safety sake, it is recommended that you back up your audio data with the back-up tool before doing the upgrade to SonieStage Ver.l.5. Users
_m
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with
a SonicStage
Premium
installed
What to do Install SonicStage SonicStage PremiumVer.can 1.5.co-exist SonicStage in theVer. computer. 1.5 _nd
Precautions on the co.existence Ver.Z2 or SonicStage Premium
of SonicStage
Vet. 1.5 with
OpenMG
Jukebox
• Make sure tile OpenMG Jukebox Ver.2.2 icon is no_ displayed in tile task Way. If it is, tile Net MD may no_ be recognized by your computer. • Audio da_a recorded on the computer are stored in a common file and used hy both applications. Therefore, if you delete an audio file (e.g., one album) in one application, it will be deleted in the other software as we]]. Precaution SonicStage
on using a computer on which Ve_ 1.0.1.2 is installed
OpenMG
Jukebox
Ve_ 1.0.2.1
or
After installing SonicStuge Ver. 1.5, make sure you do not replace SonicSt_ge Ver. 1.5 with OpenMG Jukebox Ver. 1.0-2.1 or SonieStage Ver. 1.0-1.2, as all audio data in the Music Drive may be lost. If you begin lhe installation of OpenMG Jukebox Ver. 1.0-2.1 or SonicStage Ver. 1.0-1.2 by mislake, stop the inslallalion immediately.
Note on hard disk drive space 120 MB or more llce space on file hard disk drive is required. If your computer does not have enough space, the software will not be properly installed. The required free space differs according to the version of your Windows OS, or |he amount of audio files thai you hm_dle.
Notes on system suspend/hibernation
mode
• If the computer changes to system suspend/hibernation mode during the recording of a CD or the checking in/out of a data file, the audio data may be lost or the computer may not wake up properly. The computer suspend/hibernation function should fl_erelbre be turned ofl_ • If you change the media while the computer is in system suspend/hibernation audio data may be lost after the computer wakes up.
mode,
• If the computer changes lo system suspend/hibernation mode, the computar may not recognize the Net MD when it wakes up. If this happens, disconnect |he dedicated USB cable and reconnect it again.
Backing up the audio data Before doing any procedure that may affect the operating system itself (such as a system recovery), you should back up all of your audio data with tile [SonicSt_ge backup tool] fi'om the [Start] - [Programs] - [SonicStage].
Note on the battery • Make sure the battery power is sufficient belbre checking out (or checking in) audio data. If the battery becomes exhausted during a check-out (or check-in), the check-out (or check-in) will not be completed, lflhis happens, replace the dry battery with a new one and try again. • When replacing a dry battery, make sure to disconnect
the dedicated
USB cable.
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Uninstalling ib uninstall
the
the SonicStage
SonicStage soflware,
software
lbllow 1he procedures
below.
For Windows XP users Log on with a user name wilh "Computer Administrator" as an attribute. RelEr to the operating inslructions of your computer lbr details on logging on as an administrator.
1 2
Click
[Start]-[Control
The "Control
Panel" window
Double-click
[Add/Remove
The "Add/Remove
3
4
Click
[Change
Click
[SonicStage
then click
S
Panel].
Click
Programs].
Programs"
or Remove
[OpenMG
dialog box appears.
Programs].
1.5.XX]
[Change
appears.
in the "Currently
Installed
Programs"
list, and
Installed
Programs"
and Remov@
Secure
list, and then click
Module
[Change
3.1]*
ill the "Currently
and Remove].
Do as instructed by the message and restar_ the computer. the uninstallation will be completed.
When the computer
restarts,
* If SonicStage Ver.1.5 is co-existing with OpenMG Jukebox Ver.2.2 or SonicStage Premium on your computer, and you uninstall one or the olher, make sure [OpenMG Secure Module 3.1 ! is not uninslalled since it is commonly used with both software applications.
For Windows Millennium Edition/Windows users 1
Click
[Start]-[Settings]-[Control
The "Control
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Panel" window
Panel]. appears.
98 Second Edition
2
Double-click
[Add/Remove
The Add/Remove
3
Click
[SonicStage
then click
4
Click
Properties
1.5.XX]
window appears.
in the list of programs
for automatic
removal,
and
[Add/Remove].
[OpenMG
removal,
Progranas].
Programs
Secure
and then click
Module
3.1]*
in the list of programs
for automatic
[Add/Remove].
Do as instructed by the message and restart the computer. the uninstallation will be completed.
When the computer
restarts,
For Windows 2000 users Log on as "Administrator", and lhen follow the instructions below. Refer to the operating instructions of your computer for details on logging on as an administrator.
I
Click
[Start]-[Settings]-[Control
]'he "Control
Double-click
[Add/Remove
]'he "Add/Remove
3
Click
[Change
4
Click
[SonicStage
then click
5
Click
Panel].
Panel" window appears.
Programs].
Programs"
or Remove
dialog box appears.
Programs].
1.5.XX]
ill tile "Currently
Installed
[OpenMG
Secure
list, and then click
list, and
Module
3.1]*
in the "Currently
Installed
Programs"
[Change/Remove].
Do as instructed by the message and restart the computer. the uninstallation will be completed.
*
Programs"
[Change/Remove].
When the computer
restarts,
If SonicStage Ver.1.5 is co-existing with OpenMG Jukebox Vet.2.2 or SonicStage Premium on your compmer, and you uninstall one or the other, make sure [OpenMG Secure Module 3.1] is not uninstalled since it is commonly used wifl_ both sot_ware applications.
Troubleshooting Please do 1he lbllowing sleps if you encounler a problem wbile using 1he SonicSt_ge software. In case a message appears, it is recommended thai you write it down.
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Computer Mamdhcturer: Model: Type:
Desktop type / Laptop
Name of operating
lype
sysmm:
RAM capacily: Hard disk drive (containing Capacily oflhe drive: Free space: installed folder containing Location oflhe installed
SonicSt_ge
SonicStage lblder:
Version of the software (SonicStage Error Message
(if one appeared):
if an externally Mmmlhcturer: Model:
connected
and audio data)
(if other than 1he default folder)l/ Ver.l.5)21:
CD-ROM drive is used
Type: CD-ROM / CD-R/RW / DVD-ROM / Other ( ) Type of connection |o |he computer: PC card / USB / 1EEE1394 / Other ( if another device with USB connection
)
is used
• Nm_ae of|he device (or devices): If you do no1 specit_ the destination, the software is installed _t C:\Program Files\Sony\SonicStage. 2) To check _he SonicSt_ge software version, go to [Menu] - [Abotlt SonicStage[ in the SonicStage window, or see the version infbrmation on lhe supplied CD-ROM.
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If your computer does not recognize the Net MD • Is the Net MD connected correctly to your computer? if the Net MD is not firmly connected 1o the computer, the Net MD will not be recognized by your computer. Reconnect the dedicated USB cable. If the computer still does not recognize the Nei MD, disconnect tl_e Net MD, restart the computar, and connect the dedicated USB cable again. • Is an MD inserted in the Net MD? Check if an MD is inserted in the Net MD. • If your computer does not recognize your Net MD even when the Net MD is connected end a disc is inserted, the Net MD driver may not be correctly installed, Go to tl_e [USB Controller] in the Windows Device Manager window 1o verify that your Net MD is correctly recognized. A [!] mark in the Device Manager window indicates that your Net MD is not correctly recognized. Reinstall the Net MD driver. I
Click [Start]-[Settings]-[Control
Panel]. I)
2 Double click [System] in the control panel. 2) 3 Click the [Hardware] 3) tab, and then click [Device Mas_zger]. The Device Manager window appeors. li In Windows XP, selecl [Start]--[Control Panel]. 2i [n Windows XP, double click [System] if the control panel is in the "classic" |brmat, or click [Performance and Maintenance[ and then [System] if the control panel is in the "category" format. 3i Depending on your system, die [Ilardware] tM_m_y not be provided. [n this case, click the [Device Manager] tab to display the Device Manager window.
If the installation was not successful • Be sure to close all Windows applications before you start the installation. if you start the installation while other programs are running, a malfunction may occur. This is especially true fbr programs that require large amounts of system resources, such as virus-check software. • Be sure not to connect installation.
the Net MD to your computer
before you start the
ifihe dedicated USB c_ble is connected to your computer before the installation, installation cannot be done correctly. Connect the dedicated USB cable after the installation completed. • Make sure your computer
has enough
hard disk drive space.
120MB of free space or more on the hard disk drive is required. not have enough space, the installation may not he possible.
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the
If your computer
does
• Ifthe
installation
seems
to be stopped
It m_y take 30 minutes or more for lhe installation computer or CD-ROM drive. During lhe installation,
to complete,
watch out lbr lhe occurrence
depending
of any oflhe
on your
following problems.
Problem
Cause/Remedy
The install_tion appears to have stopped belbre it has completed.
Check for the appearance of an error message beneath lhe installation window. _ Press 1he [Tab] key while holding down lhe [Alt] key. If an error message has appeared, press lhe [Enter] key. The installation will resume, If lhere is no messoge, 1he install3tion is still in progress. Wait a little while longer.
The progress bar on the disploy is not moving. The access lamp has not lit for a few minules.
The installation
• If the installation
is still unsuccessful
is progressing
normally. Please wait.
after all that you have done.
The install_tion can be done by copying all files to _he hard disk as follows: t Create a new folder on lhe hard disc. 2 insert the supplied
CD-ROM
(SonicStage
Ver.l.5)
into the CD-ROM
drive.
3 When lhe installation window 3ppears, click [Exit] to cancel 1he installation. 4 Right-click 1he start menu and start up Explorer. 5 Select [SSI5E]
on the CD-ROM
drive, and then click [Edit] -[Select All].
6 Click [Edit]-[Copy to Folder] (or [Edit]-[Copy]) 1o copy all files Io |he lblder thal you crealed in slep I. 7 Remove the CD-ROM from tbe CD-ROM drive, open lhe folder that was copied to 1he hard disk and double-click [setltp.exe]. 8 When 1he installation window appears, follow the displayed instructions 1o install [SonicStage 1.5]. The installation may be done by installing the sot_ware from [Start]-[Run].
If check-out (check-in) was not successful • Was the battery
power
sufficient?
lflhe battery becomes exhausted check-in) will not be completed, try again. • IS the surrounding
during a check-out (or check-in), 1he check-out (or in lhis case, replace the dry battery wilh a new one and
temperature
too
low?
During a check-out (or check-in), make sure lhe surrounding temperature is +5 ° C (+41° F) or higher. Iflhe temperature is low, 1he recorder's operation will become slow because of the nature of the battery.
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Information
and explanations
Net MD FAQ This section introduces frequently asked questions and answers on the Net iVID. _On
the Net MD
What is a "Net
MD"?
Net MD is a specificafion that allows audio dam in a computer to be transferred 1o a MiniDisc through a USB cable. rill now, MiniDiscs could be used 1o record only analog sources (lhrougb a microphone or analog input) or PCM sources such as CDs. Recording audio files on a computer was impossible. However, thas_ks to SonicStage and other music management software based on such copyright protection technology as "OpenMG" 0 and "MagicGate'2), conversion of audio files to the AI'RAC or ATRAC3 3)format used on MDs became possible, enabling the recording of computer files to MDs. li Copyright proleetion technology for managing audio data recorded on compu+ers, etc. 2i Technofogy _r verifying the copyright-protection status of audio data in check-out/check-in operations between a compllter and a Net MD device. 3i File type for recording to an MD.
How does the SonicStage
software
make using MDs more convenient?
• It allows you to record audio data from your computer to your MD. • Editing operations are easily done using on-screen operations. Labeling: Allows use of keyboard lbr easy labeling of contents. Moving tracks or groups: Allows tracks or groups m be moved simply by dragging and dropping. Track movements are easy to see. Group settings: Groups are easy to create or release. These operations can be used to edit tracks on a disc in the Nel MD. if you want 1o edit the contents of an MD, connect the Net MD to your computer, and edit the tracks in the SonicStage Device/Media window. Can tracks
recorded
on the Net MD be checked
in to a computer?
No, they cannot. Audio data 1hal was originally checked out from a computer can only be checked back into the same computer. ['racks that are recorded on the Net MD using a microphone or through an mmlog or digital connection cannot be transferred to the computer or copied.
6O
Computer
=g> MiniDisc
: OK.
MiniDisc
=g> Compuler
: OK only lbr tracks originally
checked
out from the computer.
On copyright protection The OpenMG technology* allows you 1o enjoy digital music, while maintaining 1he copyrights of its holders. OpenMG Jukebox encrypls audio files in OpenMG tbrmat and slores them on the hard disk of your computer 1o prevent unaulhorized distribution. * The copyright prolection technology of this software conforms to SDM I (Secure Digital Music Initiative) specifications. This software places some restrictions
on recording
and playback
1o protect copyrights.
Ytm can check in audio files only to 1he same computer fi'om which |hey were checked They cannot be copied or checked in to other computers. For det3ils, see "Fealures by copyright protection by OpenMG" (page 62).
out.
You can check-in audio files only to the computer which
they.=werecheckedf
_
_
Check-outcan be made for three times.
Youcannot copyor move audio files to anothercomputer.
continued
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Restrictions
on audio
content
ltigh-quality digital audio content is widely available through music distribution services on lhe Internet. "ib protect the copyrights of its holders fi'om unauthorized distribution, some audio content is distributed with certain restrictions on recording and playback. For example, the playback period or playback count fbr the data may be limited, in such cases, checkthg out oflhe audio contents may not be possible. Depending on the contents, some audio data that could be checked out are subject to editing restrictions on the Net MD; e.g., audio contents cannot be erased or track marks cannot be added or erased. It is not possible to check in (racks other than those that were checked out from your computer (for example, tracks recorded using a microphone or through analog or digital connection). Features
by copyright
protection
by OpenMG
The SonicStage software features OpenMG, a copyright protection technology developed by Sow to protect music copyrights. OpenMG uses high-level cryptographic technology to protect music contents with computers. Users should be aware of the restrictions described below. • Music recorded on the hard disk using the SonicStage copied to other computers. • Installation
of the same SonicStage
software
software cmmot be played when
to other computers
• Usage Rules If Usage Rules are included in the music by way of operation will be restricted to use permitted by the compact discs, that does not contain a Usage Rule, apply. This Default Usage Rule states that one file only.
is not permitted.
the copyright holder or the distributor, Usage Rule. For music, such as the Default Usage Rule of SDM1 will can be checked out up to three times
• On music contents that are not compatible with the SonicStage software Under the supervision of SDM1, this software prohibits recording of music with a copy prohibition signal. • Upgrading SonicStage software This software was developed in accordance with the current arrangement between Sony and SDMh If this arrangement is modified in the future, some of the software functions may become unavailable. Sony may ofthr an upgrade kit in this case at additional user expense.
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Glossary ATRAC3 ATRAC3, which stands for Adaptive [banstbnn Acoustic Coding3, is audio compression technology that satisfies the demand lbr high sound quality and high compression rates. The ATRAC3 compression rale is approximately I0 times higher than that of the Audio CD, resulting an increased data capacity for the media. "Check-In/Check-Out" Check-out is to transfer music files from a personal computer to an external device/media (such as a Network Walkmm_). Returning checked-out music files to the sane computer is m check in. (You cannot move checked-out music files m another computer.) You can check out a music file, check it back in, and then check it out again an infinite number of times. The SDMI rules provide that up to four copies of a music file can be checked out at one time. OpenMG employs a method whereby three copies of a song can be checked out simultaneously, while the tburth copy is maintained as a master on your PC. Electronic
Music
EMD is a website
Distribution
that distributes
(EMD)
service
music files which are available
for purchase.
MP3 MP3, which stands for MPEG- I Audio Layer3, is a standard for audio file compression determined by the Motion Picture Experts Group, an ISO (hrternational Organization for Standardization) working group, it enables compression of audio files to about 1/10 of the data size of a standard compact disc. Since the MP3 encoding algorithm is disclosed, there are various encoders/decoders that are compliant with this standard, including freeware that is available lbr no charge. The MP3 standard is therefore widely used in the computer field. Music
Drive
Music Drive is a music database for managing audio data on a computer. In Music Drive, audio files can be managed along with such information as artist names, track names, and CD jacket images, or can be combined and categorized in different playlists. OpenMG Copyright protection technology for the import and management of musical content from distribution services or CDs. By using software that are complim_t with OpenMG, audio contents can be encrypted belbre storage on a hard disk drive to allow playback of those audio files on that computer. OpenMG also prevents the unauthorized distribution of the contents via the interne| or other networks. Playlist A playlist is like a container that can be used to hold and categorize files stored in Music Drive. For example, by making a "jazz" playlist and then putting your favorite jazz tracks into the playlist, you can play all of the tracks repeatedly or check them all out at the same time. continued
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Recording
mode
(Bit
rate)
This is a measure of d_ta volume per second. The rate is expressed in bps (bits per second). In SonicStage, 1he bit rate can be selected lbr recording an audio CD or converting MP3 and WAV lbrmat audio files into ArRAC3 lbrmat fi'om among three rates: 132 kbps, 105 kbps or 66 kbps. In the case of 105 kbps, 105,000 bits of intbrmotion is processed per second. If the bit rale is large, that means a large amount of information is used 1o play 1he music. 'ilms, 105 kbps data produces better sound quality lhas_ 66 kbps data, and 132 kbps data provides bO|er sound quality |ban 105 kbps data. ttowever, audio files in formats such as MP3 have different encoding methods, and so the sound quality is not determined by _he bit rate alone. SDMI SDMI, which strands lbr Secure Digital Music [niti3tive, is a lbrum that consists of over 130 companies in the fields of recorded audio content, computers, and consumer eleclronics. It is dedicaled to 1he development of integrated copyright prolection technology 1hat can be used worldwide. SDMI is working m creale a framework lbr preventing lhe improper usage of audio files and to promote legal music distribution services. The copyright protection technology OpenMG is based on the SDMI standard. Windows
Media
Audio
This is an audio compression technology "Windows Media Rights Manager". Windows
Media
that includes the management
Technology
This is a technology 1hat includes a contents management system called Rights Monager which encrypts contents and distributes music contents conditions lbr usoge, distribution, etc. Audio files supporling Windows Technologies (WMT) downloaded via EMD* can be imported into and OpenMG Jukebox. * EMD may not be available in certain areas of the world.
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system called
Windows Media along with their Media managed by
index A
N NetMD 33, 60 Net MD driver 58
Accessories
optional supplied ATRAC3 60_ Audio CD 32, AVLS 25
28 11 63 41
o Online help 48 OpenMG 63 OpenMG Jukebox software 36, 52
B
P
back up 53 Batlery life 14
Pl_y mode group 22 tracks 18 Ploylist 44, 63
c CD-ROM
35
Check-in 60, 63 Check-out 44, 60, 63 Clezning 27 Connecting 39 copyrighl protection 61
D
Q Quick Mode 24
R Recording mode (Bit rote) 42_ 45, 64 Recording navigation window 41
s
delete (software) 54 Device/Media 44_ 49 Digital Sound Preset 19 DSP TYPE-S 31
E EMD services 63
G
SDMI 64 SonicStzge Premium 367 52 SonicStzge software (earlier version) 36, 52 start (software) 40 Syslem environment 35 Syslella lillaitations 35
T
G-PROTECTION
17
Group function 21 play 21 skip 21
H hord disk free space 35, 53 storing 41 HOLD 15, 25
I Index search
17
Installing 37
L l_beling 43
M MP3 63 Music Drive 41, 63
Time search 17 Transferring lo the computer 40 _o the Net MD 44
u Uninstalling Windows Windows Windows Windows USB cable 11
2000 55 98 Second Edition 54 Millennium Edition 54 XP 54
W Windows 2000 55 Windows 98 Second Edition 54 Windows Millennium Edition 54 Windows XP 54 WMA 64 WMT 64
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