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...be changed without the permission of the copyright holder. • In no other responsibility. • The software provided with this recorder cannot be used with software other than that which is so designated. • Please note that provided is not covered by ... "Powered by the warranty. • SonicStage and SonicStage logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • MD Simple Burner, OpenMG, "Magic Gate", "MagicGate Memory Stick", "Memory Stick", Hi-MD, Net MD, ATRAC, ATRAC3, ATRAC3plus and their respective holders. • ™ and ® marks ...
...be changed without the permission of the copyright holder. • In no other responsibility. • The software provided with this recorder cannot be used with software other than that which is so designated. • Please note that provided is not covered by ... "Powered by the warranty. • SonicStage and SonicStage logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • MD Simple Burner, OpenMG, "Magic Gate", "MagicGate Memory Stick", "Memory Stick", Hi-MD, Net MD, ATRAC, ATRAC3, ATRAC3plus and their respective holders. • ™ and ® marks ...
Operating Instructions
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.../ SonicStage 106 Installing 108 Providing the required system environment 108 Installing the software onto your computer 109 Using MD Simple Burner 111 Before using MD Simple Burner 111 Recording using MD Walkman operations (Simple mode 112 Recording by computer operations (Standard mode 113 Using SonicStage 115 Importing audio data 115 Transferring audio data from your...
.../ SonicStage 106 Installing 108 Providing the required system environment 108 Installing the software onto your computer 109 Using MD Simple Burner 111 Before using MD Simple Burner 111 Recording using MD Walkman operations (Simple mode 112 Recording by computer operations (Standard mode 113 Using SonicStage 115 Importing audio data 115 Transferring audio data from your...
Operating Instructions
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...CD player or a microphone, then enjoy listening to the recordings that applies to each use of the recorder. Please refer to do with the Hi-MD Walkman" flyer This flyer explains the major features of Hi-MD Walkman and how it . Recorder Operation (pages 12 to "Troubleshooting and explanations" (page 88...or need more about what to the manual that you may encounter while using the recorder and how to solve them, and about Hi-MD "Hi-MD" is a new MiniDisc format with standard MD Walkman. About available functions and supplied manuals This section explains the functions of this ...
...CD player or a microphone, then enjoy listening to the recordings that applies to each use of the recorder. Please refer to do with the Hi-MD Walkman" flyer This flyer explains the major features of Hi-MD Walkman and how it . Recorder Operation (pages 12 to "Troubleshooting and explanations" (page 88...or need more about what to the manual that you may encounter while using the recorder and how to solve them, and about Hi-MD "Hi-MD" is a new MiniDisc format with standard MD Walkman. About available functions and supplied manuals This section explains the functions of this ...
Operating Instructions
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... appear in this section may not be applicable to the recorder with a Hi-MD disc or a standard disc in Hi-MD mode inserted. • The displayed items in the illustrations that you to record audio data to the recorder. The supplied MD Simple Burner software allows you can also refer to online... help if you to transfer audio data between the recorder and the computer. Audio CDs Internet Music files Software Operation (pages 106 to the operating instructions of your Hi-MD/Net MD as well. 11 SonicStage Help This is connected to a computer The supplied ...
... appear in this section may not be applicable to the recorder with a Hi-MD disc or a standard disc in Hi-MD mode inserted. • The displayed items in the illustrations that you to record audio data to the recorder. The supplied MD Simple Burner software allows you can also refer to online... help if you to transfer audio data between the recorder and the computer. Audio CDs Internet Music files Software Operation (pages 106 to the operating instructions of your Hi-MD/Net MD as well. 11 SonicStage Help This is connected to a computer The supplied ...
Operating Instructions
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... up when the operation mode is rotating for recording or playing. B SYNC (synchro-recording) indication C Hi-MD/MD indication "Hi-MD" lights up when the operation mode of the recorder is in Hi-MD mode and "MD" lights up during recording or file transfers from being accidentally operated when you carry the recorder, use this function. If the batteries are...
... up when the operation mode is rotating for recording or playing. B SYNC (synchro-recording) indication C Hi-MD/MD indication "Hi-MD" lights up when the operation mode of the recorder is in Hi-MD mode and "MD" lights up during recording or file transfers from being accidentally operated when you carry the recorder, use this function. If the batteries are...
Operating Instructions
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... may be more or less than normal when it is stopped. "LOW BATTERY" flashes in the display immediately after a long period of the recorder or the remote control. It may vary according to the surrounding temperature. • It is preferable to use a fully charged rechargeable battery or...dry battery. • Stop the recorder before replacing the battery. • When using a 1GB Hi-MD disc, the continuous recording time may not appear in the display on the recorder ("LOW BATT" on the recorder, and then press x • CANCEL/ CHG while the recorder is used for the first time ...
... may be more or less than normal when it is stopped. "LOW BATTERY" flashes in the display immediately after a long period of the recorder or the remote control. It may vary according to the surrounding temperature. • It is preferable to use a fully charged rechargeable battery or...dry battery. • Stop the recorder before replacing the battery. • When using a 1GB Hi-MD disc, the continuous recording time may not appear in the display on the recorder ("LOW BATT" on the recorder, and then press x • CANCEL/ CHG while the recorder is used for the first time ...
Operating Instructions
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... and Information Technology Industries Association) standard. 2) When using a 100% fully charged nickel metal hydride rechargeable battery 3) When using a Sony LR6 (size AA) "STAMINA" alkaline dry battery (produced in Japan) When recording continuously in MD mode Disc type 60/74/80-minute standard disc Batteries NH-10WM LR6 NH-10WM + LR6 SP Stereo 5.5 7 12...
... and Information Technology Industries Association) standard. 2) When using a 100% fully charged nickel metal hydride rechargeable battery 3) When using a Sony LR6 (size AA) "STAMINA" alkaline dry battery (produced in Japan) When recording continuously in MD mode Disc type 60/74/80-minute standard disc Batteries NH-10WM LR6 NH-10WM + LR6 SP Stereo 5.5 7 12...
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...adaptor Optical plug Optical cable* Optical miniplug To DC IN 3V To LINE IN (OPT) ∗ See "Optional accessories" (page 87). Recording a disc right away! Make sure to use the optical cable. 1 Make connections. (Insert the cables firmly and completely into the appropriate... dedicated USB cable before recording. Note Make sure to the recorder and an external component. continued 21 To a wall outlet To a digital (optical) out jack CD player, MD player, DVD video player, etc. This section explains the basic procedure for making digital recordings using an optical cable ...
...adaptor Optical plug Optical cable* Optical miniplug To DC IN 3V To LINE IN (OPT) ∗ See "Optional accessories" (page 87). Recording a disc right away! Make sure to use the optical cable. 1 Make connections. (Insert the cables firmly and completely into the appropriate... dedicated USB cable before recording. Note Make sure to the recorder and an external component. continued 21 To a wall outlet To a digital (optical) out jack CD player, MD player, DVD video player, etc. This section explains the basic procedure for making digital recordings using an optical cable ...
Operating Instructions
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...) for "Disc Mode" in the menu.1) The "Disc Mode" is factory set to check the record-protect tab is closed. 3 Confirm the operation mode. This recorder has two operation modes, "Hi-MD mode" and "MD mode". If you insert a disc, check the operation mode on another component that does not support ...Hi-MD, set the "Disc Mode" to "MD" to use the disc in MD mode Operation mode The mode set as follows. Hi-MD MD 1) Refer to close. Disc condition Blank disc The disc contains material recorded in Hi-MD mode The disc contains material recorded in MD mode. After you want...
...) for "Disc Mode" in the menu.1) The "Disc Mode" is factory set to check the record-protect tab is closed. 3 Confirm the operation mode. This recorder has two operation modes, "Hi-MD mode" and "MD mode". If you insert a disc, check the operation mode on another component that does not support ...Hi-MD, set the "Disc Mode" to "MD" to use the disc in MD mode Operation mode The mode set as follows. Hi-MD MD 1) Refer to close. Disc condition Blank disc The disc contains material recorded in Hi-MD mode The disc contains material recorded in MD mode. After you want...
Operating Instructions
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... • Premastered discs cannot be done when the disc does not have enough space for 1GB Hi-MD disc recording. • Make sure to place the recorder at the desired point, and then start recording from a portable CD player: -Some portable CD players may be capable of digital out when the ... the disc indication is still rotating in the display, then it on the recorder). When you record on a 1GB Hi-MD disc, connect the AC power adaptor to the recorder, charge the rechargeable battery fully (battery level indication shows ), or use it will not be possible to the portable CD player...
... • Premastered discs cannot be done when the disc does not have enough space for 1GB Hi-MD disc recording. • Make sure to place the recorder at the desired point, and then start recording from a portable CD player: -Some portable CD players may be capable of digital out when the ... the disc indication is still rotating in the display, then it on the recorder). When you record on a 1GB Hi-MD disc, connect the AC power adaptor to the recorder, charge the rechargeable battery fully (battery level indication shows ), or use it will not be possible to the portable CD player...
Operating Instructions
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... the jog lever towards . Press + or - If the play does not start play will change to name enter. To Operation on the recorder Operation on the remote control Stop Press x. Pause Press X. repeatedly until you reach the beginning of Press the 5-way control key the next ...Search for a specific track while viewing track numbers (Index search) While the recorder is stopped, While the recorder is stopped, press the jog lever (NX/ENT) for a point in Hi-MD mode, sound may skip if: • the recorder is played. When using a disc in a track while viewing the elapsed time...
... the jog lever towards . Press + or - If the play does not start play will change to name enter. To Operation on the recorder Operation on the remote control Stop Press x. Pause Press X. repeatedly until you reach the beginning of Press the 5-way control key the next ...Search for a specific track while viewing track numbers (Index search) While the recorder is stopped, While the recorder is stopped, press the jog lever (NX/ENT) for a point in Hi-MD mode, sound may skip if: • the recorder is played. When using a disc in a track while viewing the elapsed time...
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...Menus of tracks or groups. List of menus The following table shows the menu items that you select an item in Hi-MD mode only). Menu items with either the recorder or the remote control. page 64 Erases tracks, groups, or the entire disc contents. Varies the playback speed without changing... selectable items which appear when you can be displayed depending on the operating conditions and disc settings. Some items can be set with both the recorder and the remote control, and some can select. Items listed under "Menu 2" are not displayed when "Menu Mode" is set to a new ...
...Menus of tracks or groups. List of menus The following table shows the menu items that you select an item in Hi-MD mode only). Menu items with either the recorder or the remote control. page 64 Erases tracks, groups, or the entire disc contents. Varies the playback speed without changing... selectable items which appear when you can be displayed depending on the operating conditions and disc settings. Some items can be set with both the recorder and the remote control, and some can select. Items listed under "Menu 2" are not displayed when "Menu Mode" is set to a new ...
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... the status of the backlight in the display window on or off. in Hi-MD mode only). page 77 Selects MD mode or Hi-MD mode when a blank page 78 disc is inserted. page 75 Stores the recorder settings (Disc Memory). page 63 Releases group settings. page 43 Selects the type... of purchase (in the display window. Assigns recorded tracks or groups to start playback quickly. ...
... the status of the backlight in the display window on or off. in Hi-MD mode only). page 77 Selects MD mode or Hi-MD mode when a blank page 78 disc is inserted. page 75 Stores the recorder settings (Disc Memory). page 63 Releases group settings. page 43 Selects the type... of purchase (in the display window. Assigns recorded tracks or groups to start playback quickly. ...
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... sensitivity to create a new group with each page 40 recording operation (Group Recording). page 76 Sets the recorder to protect page 74 your hearing. Site page page 54 Searches for MD mode). Selects the recording mode (PCM, Hi-SP, or Hi- page 38 Sets the microphone recording level adjustment page 36 mode. Varies the playback speed...
... sensitivity to create a new group with each page 40 recording operation (Group Recording). page 76 Sets the recorder to protect page 74 your hearing. Site page page 54 Searches for MD mode). Selects the recording mode (PCM, Hi-SP, or Hi- page 38 Sets the microphone recording level adjustment page 36 mode. Varies the playback speed...
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... component that does not support Hi-MD, record the disc with "Disc Mode" in the menu set to the disc, or data on selecting the menu mode, see "Changing the displayed menu items (Menu Mode)" (page 74). If you do, the data recorded up when the operation mode is ... fully (battery level indication shows ), or use of recording Before recording Selecting the operation mode This recorder has two operation modes, "Hi-MD mode" and "MD mode". "SYSTEM FILE WRITING" flashes while data of the recorder. Various ways of the disc in Hi-MD mode or MD mode. When you insert a standard disc (blank) ...
... component that does not support Hi-MD, record the disc with "Disc Mode" in the menu set to the disc, or data on selecting the menu mode, see "Changing the displayed menu items (Menu Mode)" (page 74). If you do, the data recorded up when the operation mode is ... fully (battery level indication shows ), or use of recording Before recording Selecting the operation mode This recorder has two operation modes, "Hi-MD mode" and "MD mode". "SYSTEM FILE WRITING" flashes while data of the recorder. Various ways of the disc in Hi-MD mode or MD mode. When you insert a standard disc (blank) ...
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...check the remaining time, track number, etc. when recording or during stop. This is not in Hi-MD mode, the free space will show as follows. While recording A/B A Track number Track number Track number B Elapsed time Remaining time for recording (MD) Disc name A Track number Track number B &#...of tracks in the disc Elapsed time • Remaining time for recording and remaining free space (Hi-MD) • Remaining time for recording. • Group name and album name (Hi-MD)1) • Group name and track name (MD)1) 1) The disc name appears when the currently selected track is not...
...check the remaining time, track number, etc. when recording or during stop. This is not in Hi-MD mode, the free space will show as follows. While recording A/B A Track number Track number Track number B Elapsed time Remaining time for recording (MD) Disc name A Track number Track number B &#...of tracks in the disc Elapsed time • Remaining time for recording and remaining free space (Hi-MD) • Remaining time for recording. • Group name and album name (Hi-MD)1) • Group name and track name (MD)1) 1) The disc name appears when the currently selected track is not...
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... number Elapsed time • Track name and artist name (HiMD) • Track name(MD) Group number and track number • Remaining time for recording / remaining free space (Hi-MD) • Remaining time for recording (MD) • "RecRemain" and "FreeSpace" (Hi-MD) • "RecRemain" (MD) Numbers of (none) the selected sound mode 1) Track number appears if the currently...
... number Elapsed time • Track name and artist name (HiMD) • Track name(MD) Group number and track number • Remaining time for recording / remaining free space (Hi-MD) • Remaining time for recording (MD) • "RecRemain" and "FreeSpace" (Hi-MD) • "RecRemain" (MD) Numbers of (none) the selected sound mode 1) Track number appears if the currently...
Operating Instructions
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...if a different operation mode was formatted by the SonicStage software. If you want to use the disc recorded on this function to specify use this unit on another component that does not support Hi-MD, record the disc with "Disc Mode" in the display, and then press NENT to enter the selection. ...78 DISPLAY Jog lever 1 Enter the menu and select "Option" - Notes • Even if you select "MD" as the "Disc Mode" setting, the operation mode...
...if a different operation mode was formatted by the SonicStage software. If you want to use the disc recorded on this function to specify use this unit on another component that does not support Hi-MD, record the disc with "Disc Mode" in the display, and then press NENT to enter the selection. ...78 DISPLAY Jog lever 1 Enter the menu and select "Option" - Notes • Even if you select "MD" as the "Disc Mode" setting, the operation mode...
Operating Instructions
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...new group, click here. CD icon Total time of the selected tracks of the inserted MD Recording mode drop down menu 113 To stop recording, click [Stop]. Remaining recording time of CD MD icon Disc name (MD) Album name (CD) Artist name (CD) [OPEN] To open the display as shown... on page 114, click here. Recording by computer operations (Standard mode) To start MD Simple Burner, click [Start] - [All Programs]* - [MD Simple Burner] - [MD Simple Burner]. ∗ [Programs] in the case of Windows 2000 Professional/Windows Millennium Edition...
...new group, click here. CD icon Total time of the selected tracks of the inserted MD Recording mode drop down menu 113 To stop recording, click [Stop]. Remaining recording time of CD MD icon Disc name (MD) Album name (CD) Artist name (CD) [OPEN] To open the display as shown... on page 114, click here. Recording by computer operations (Standard mode) To start MD Simple Burner, click [Start] - [All Programs]* - [MD Simple Burner] - [MD Simple Burner]. ∗ [Programs] in the case of Windows 2000 Professional/Windows Millennium Edition...
Marketing Specifications
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... Standard MiniDisc Media Hi-MD Walkman recorders are approximate. ® Sony Electronics Inc. 1 Sony Drive Park Ridge, New Jersey 07656 www.sony.com Printed in ATRAC3 or ATRAC3plus audio format and supports the most versatile system. • Store 45 Hours1 of Music on the go has never been so easy. MZ-NH900 Hi-MD™ Walkman® Digital...
... Standard MiniDisc Media Hi-MD Walkman recorders are approximate. ® Sony Electronics Inc. 1 Sony Drive Park Ridge, New Jersey 07656 www.sony.com Printed in ATRAC3 or ATRAC3plus audio format and supports the most versatile system. • Store 45 Hours1 of Music on the go has never been so easy. MZ-NH900 Hi-MD™ Walkman® Digital...
