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Net MD Desktop
Audio
Operating Instructions
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© 2003 Sony Corporation
Notice for customers in the United
Kingdom
A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is fitted
to this equipment for your safety and convenience.
Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be
replaced, same rating fuse approved by ASTA or
mark)
BSI to BS 1362, (i.e. marked with
must be used.
or
If the plug supplied with this equipment has a
detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse
cover after you change the fuse. Never use the
plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose the
fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony
service station.
Program © 2001, 2002, 2003 Sony Corporation
Documentation © 2003 Sony Corporation
• SonicStage, OpenMG and the OpenMG logo
and Net MD and the Net MD logo 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.
• All other trademarks and registered trademarks
are trademarks or registered trademarks of their
respective holders.
• TM and ® marks are omitted in this manual.
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard,
do not expose the player to rain
or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not
open the cabinet. Refer
servicing to qualified personnel
only.
Do not install the appliance in a confined space,
such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the
apparatus with newspapers, table-cloths, curtains,
etc. And don’t place lighted candles on the
apparatus.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place
objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the
appliance.
CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with this product
will increase eye hazard.
Certain countries may regulate disposal of the
battery used to power this product. Please consult
with your local authority.
CAUTION
CLASS 1M INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION
WHEN OPEN
DO NOT VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL
INSTRUMENTS
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Table of contents
Connection and Setup
Connections .................................................... 5
Adjusting the display window contrast .......... 7
Playing a CD .................................................. 8
Recording a whole CD (Synchronized
recording) ................................................. 11
Playing an MD .............................................. 15
Playing CDs or MDs
Using the display .......................................... 18
Locating a specific track ............................... 20
To play just the beginning of each track, in
order (Intro Play) ...................................... 21
Playing tracks repeatedly (Repeat Play) ....... 21
Playing tracks in random order
(Shuffle Play) ........................................... 22
Creating your own programme (Programme
Play) .......................................................... 23
Playing tracks in an MD group ..................... 24
Recording from CD to MD
Recording the track you are listening to
(Synchronized recording of a single track -
REC IT) .................................................... 26
Recording the tracks you programmed
(Synchronized recording of the tracks you
programmed) ............................................ 27
MD Editing
Creating a group (Group Function) .............. 28
Releasing a group setting (Group Release
Function) .................................................. 30
Adding a track to a group (Group In
Function) .................................................. 30
Removing a track from a group (Group Out
Function) .................................................. 31
Erasing recordings (Erase Function) ............ 32
Dividing a recorded track into two tracks
(Divide Function) ..................................... 34
Combining two adjacent tracks into a single
one (Combine Function) ........................... 35
Moving recorded tracks (Move Function) .... 36
Labelling recordings (Name Function) ........ 37
The Audio Emphasis
Selecting the audio emphasis ....................... 41
The Timer
Setting the clock ........................................... 42
Waking up to music ...................................... 43
Falling asleep to music (Sleep Function) ..... 44
Using with your computer
Transferring music from your computer to an
MD (Check-out) ....................................... 46
Listening to audio from your computer
(USB Speaker Function) .......................... 47
Additional Information
Precautions ................................................... 48
Troubleshooting ............................................ 50
Error messages ............................................. 54
Specifications ............................................... 55
Locating the Controls ................................... 56
Explanations ................................................. 60
System limitations of the MD ...................... 61
Index ............................................................. 63
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Before using this product
This manual explains the general operations of the player.
For the basic use of the supplied SonicStage software, refer to the separate manual.
On explanations in this manual
Explanations in this manual are based on the operations done by the remote
control.
The operations on the main unit are explained when they are different from
those by the remote control.
For SonicStage Ver. 1.5 software
SonicStage Ver. 1.5 Operating Instructions
This manual explains the installation and basic operations of the supplied
SonicStage software.
3-252-228-11 (1)
Net MD Desktop
Audio
Operating Instructions
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© 2003 Sony Corporation
3-254-369-11(1)
SonicStage Ver.1.5
Operating Instructions
SonicStage Ver. 1.5 Help
This is an online help that you can view on your computer screen. Refer to the
online help for details on the use of the software.
© 2002 Sony Corporation
On the Supplied Software
• 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.
• 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.
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Connection and Setup
Connections
Insert the plugs firmly into their receptacles in the order shown in the figure below.
Connecting the cables incorrectly can cause incorrect operation.
Right speaker (rear)
Left speaker (rear)
Main unit (rear)
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1 Connect the speakers.
1 Connect the speaker cord from the
right speaker to the R OUT
connector on the rear of the left
speaker.
Right
Main unit
Left
3 Plug into a
wall outlet
2 Connect the speaker cord from the
left speaker to the SPEAKER OUT
connector on the rear of the main
unit.
Arrow
Right
Main unit
Left
Speaker cord
Notes
• The operating panel on the main unit slides
to the right and left. Place the speakers a
short distance from the main unit so that
the operating panel does not bump the
speakers.
• Do not place objects such as books or vases
close enough to the main unit to interfere
with the movement of the operating panel.
Speaker cord
Notes
• Align the arrow on the speaker cord plug
with the left side of the SPEAKER OUT
connector.
• Take care not to force the plug into the
connector, or you may damage the unit.
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Connections (continued)
2 Prepare the remote control.
Pull the insulating sheet out from the
remote control to prepare it for use.
The remote control comes with a battery
pre-installed.
Replacing the battery in the
remote control
As the battery wears out, the range at
which the remote control will work will
decrease.
When this happens, follow the
procedure below to replace the battery
with a new one. The battery should last
about 6 months with normal use.
1 Slide out and remove the battery case.
Back side of
remote control
2 Replace the battery with a new
CR2025 lithium battery, with the
side marked + facing up.
CR2025 lithium battery
(not supplied)
3 Replace the battery case.
3 Connect the mains lead.
Connect the mains lead of the main unit
to a wall outlet.
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Note
When using the unit for the first time, or
after a long period of disuse, you need to
charge the memory battery in the main unit.
Wait about an hour after plugging in the
mains lead for the battery to be fully charged
(you can use the unit during this time).
Afterwards, always turn off the power on the
main unit before unplugging the mains lead.
When the battery is charged, the unit's clock
and timer information will be preserved for
about 30 minutes when the unit is not
supplied with power from a wall outlet. If
the clock and timer information is lost, you
will need to set the clock and timer again.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type
recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used
batteries according to the manufacturer’s
instructions.
Battery life
You can expect the remote control to operate for
about 6 months (using a Sony CR2025 lithium
battery) before the battery runs down. When the
battery no longer operates the remote, replace the
battery with a new one.
To avoid battery leakage
If you are not going to use the remote control for a
long time, remove the battery to avoid damage
caused by corrosion from battery leakage.
Notes on lithium battery
• Keep the lithium battery out of the reach of
children.
Should the battery be swallowed, immediately
consult a doctor.
• Wipe the battery with a dry cloth to assure a
good contact.
• Be sure to observe the correct polarity when
installing the battery.
• Do not hold the battery with metallic tweezers,
otherwise a short-circuit may occur.
WARNING
Battery may explode if you mistreated.
Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in
fire.
Note
Make sure the remote sensor is not exposed to
strong light such as direct sunlight or fluorescent
lamp light.
Using the unit with active
speakers (not supplied)
To use this unit with active speakers with
built-in amplifiers (not supplied), connect
AUDIO OUT
the active speakers to the
jack on the main unit. See the active speaker
operating manual for more information.
Speaker (not
supplied)
Note
Before connecting the active speakers to the
player, be sure to attach the supplied clamp filter
to the cable. For more information on attaching
the clamp filter, see page 57.
Adjusting the display
window contrast
You can adjust the contrast of the display
window to your liking.
1 While the unit is turned off, hold down
DISPLAY for about 2 seconds.
“Contrast” will appear in the display
window.
2 Press > or . to adjust the
contrast.
The contrast can be adjusted within a
range from –7 to +7.
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Playing a CD
Face the label side
toward the left
Preparation: see Connections on page 5
Press Z CD to open the operating
panel (or touch Z on the main unit)
and insert a CD into the slot.
The unit power will turn on
automatically when you press the
button. The operating panel will
slide to the right. Insert a CD into
the slot, with the label side (the side
with writing on it) facing to the left.
The operating panel will
automatically slide closed after you
insert the CD.
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