SonicStage v2.0 Operating Guide
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... the software • Make sure to close any trouble occurs during the installation, see "Troubleshooting" (page 21). 7 If SonicStage Premium, SonicStage Simple Burner or Net MD Simple Burner is installed already, the previous software will be able to use the Network Walkman, make sure to install the software with the supplied...
... the software • Make sure to close any trouble occurs during the installation, see "Troubleshooting" (page 21). 7 If SonicStage Premium, SonicStage Simple Burner or Net MD Simple Burner is installed already, the previous software will be able to use the Network Walkman, make sure to install the software with the supplied...
SonicStage v2.0 Operating Guide
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... information from a list of operations, such as "Importing Tracks" or "Transferring Tracks", or from large list of your internet provider regarding such things as the MD Walkman, the Network Walkman, and the CD Walkman. • Follow the instructions of keywords, or by typing in words that might lead you to use...
... information from a list of operations, such as "Importing Tracks" or "Transferring Tracks", or from large list of your internet provider regarding such things as the MD Walkman, the Network Walkman, and the CD Walkman. • Follow the instructions of keywords, or by typing in words that might lead you to use...
Operating Instructions
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...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 ® ...4 • Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. Program © 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 Sony Corporation Documentation © 2004 Sony Corporation However, SONY bears no event will replace it in whole or in part, or renting the software without notice. • Operation...
...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 ® ...4 • Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. Program © 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 Sony Corporation Documentation © 2004 Sony Corporation However, SONY bears no event will replace it in whole or in part, or renting the software without notice. • Operation...
Operating Instructions
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... 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 computer to the MD Walkman ..........117 Transferring back audio data from the MD Walkman to your computer ..119 Using SonicStage Help 122 Referring to SonicStage Help 124 Other information 126...
... 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 computer to the MD Walkman ..........117 Transferring back audio data from the MD Walkman to your computer ..119 Using SonicStage Help 122 Referring to SonicStage Help 124 Other information 126...
Operating Instructions
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...in the display. , When you encounter any problems or need more about what to do with it differs with advanced capabilities over the standard MD format. About available functions and supplied manuals This section explains the functions of the recorder. Please refer to the manual that applies to "... using the recorder and how to 104) This section explains all of Hi-MD Walkman and how it . Recorder Operation (pages 12 to solve them, and about Hi-MD "Hi-MD" is a new MiniDisc format with standard MD Walkman. It also gives details on the problems you can enjoy recording from ...
...in the display. , When you encounter any problems or need more about what to do with it differs with advanced capabilities over the standard MD format. About available functions and supplied manuals This section explains the functions of the recorder. Please refer to the manual that applies to "... using the recorder and how to 104) This section explains all of Hi-MD Walkman and how it . Recorder Operation (pages 12 to solve them, and about Hi-MD "Hi-MD" is a new MiniDisc format with standard MD Walkman. It also gives details on the problems you can enjoy recording from ...
Operating Instructions
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... refer to the recorder with basic Windows operations. For details on the "Software Operation" section • In Software Operations section, "Net MD" refers to the respective manuals. • Explanations in this section assume familiarity with standard disc inserted and "Hi- For this reason, ... operations and information about SonicStage software. Audio CDs Internet Music files Software Operation (pages 106 to the recorder. MD" refers to your Hi-MD/Net MD as well. 11 SonicStage Help This is connected to a computer The supplied SonicStage software allows you to record ...
... refer to the recorder with basic Windows operations. For details on the "Software Operation" section • In Software Operations section, "Net MD" refers to the respective manuals. • Explanations in this section assume familiarity with standard disc inserted and "Hi- For this reason, ... operations and information about SonicStage software. Audio CDs Internet Music files Software Operation (pages 106 to the recorder. MD" refers to your Hi-MD/Net MD as well. 11 SonicStage Help This is connected to a computer The supplied SonicStage software allows you to record ...
Operating Instructions
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...) (1) Earphones (except USA model) (1) Dedicated USB cable (1) NH-10WM Nickel metal hydride rechargeable battery (1) Dry battery case (1) Battery carrying case (1) Optical cable (1) CD-ROM (SonicStage/MD Simple Burner) (1)* Carrying pouch (except USA model) (1) * Do not play a CD-ROM on an audio CD player.
...) (1) Earphones (except USA model) (1) Dedicated USB cable (1) NH-10WM Nickel metal hydride rechargeable battery (1) Dry battery case (1) Battery carrying case (1) Optical cable (1) CD-ROM (SonicStage/MD Simple Burner) (1)* Carrying pouch (except USA model) (1) * Do not play a CD-ROM on an audio CD player.
Operating Instructions
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...to disable the buttons on the recorder. If the batteries are weak, the indication becomes empty and starts flashing. R HOLD switch Slide the switch in MD mode. F Disc indication Shows that the disc is a tactile dot beside the MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack. G Track mode (PCM, Hi...POWER) jack There 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...
...to disable the buttons on the recorder. If the batteries are weak, the indication becomes empty and starts flashing. R HOLD switch Slide the switch in MD mode. F Disc indication Shows that the disc is a tactile dot beside the MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack. G Track mode (PCM, Hi...POWER) jack There 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...
Operating Instructions
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... wall outlet, use a fully charged rechargeable battery or a new alkaline dry battery. • Stop the recorder before replacing the battery. • When using a 1GB Hi-MD disc, the continuous recording time may be smaller than the indication depending on the battery charging stand. When to the recorder. "LOW BATTERY" flashes in...
... wall outlet, use a fully charged rechargeable battery or a new alkaline dry battery. • Stop the recorder before replacing the battery. • When using a 1GB Hi-MD disc, the continuous recording time may be smaller than the indication depending on the battery charging stand. When to the recorder. "LOW BATTERY" flashes in...
Operating Instructions
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... 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 9 14 (Unit: approx.hours)(JEITA) Hi-SP Hi-LP 8.5 10 16 19 24.5 29 8.5 11 14.5 19 23 30 When playing continuously in MD mode Disc type 60/74/80-minute standard disc Batteries NH-10WM LR6 NH-10WM + LR6 SP Stereo 9 18 27 (Unit: approx.hours)(JEITA) LP2...
... 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 9 14 (Unit: approx.hours)(JEITA) Hi-SP Hi-LP 8.5 10 16 19 24.5 29 8.5 11 14.5 19 23 30 When playing continuously in MD mode Disc type 60/74/80-minute standard disc Batteries NH-10WM LR6 NH-10WM + LR6 SP Stereo 9 18 27 (Unit: approx.hours)(JEITA) LP2...
Operating Instructions
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... making digital recordings using an optical cable connected to the recorder and an external component. To a wall outlet To a digital (optical) out jack CD player, MD player, DVD video player, etc. Note Make sure to disconnect the dedicated USB cable before recording. Recording a disc right away!
... making digital recordings using an optical cable connected to the recorder and an external component. To a wall outlet To a digital (optical) out jack CD player, MD player, DVD video player, etc. Note Make sure to disconnect the dedicated USB cable before recording. Recording a disc right away!
Operating Instructions
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... sure to check the record-protect tab is inserted. Disc condition Blank disc The disc contains material recorded in Hi-MD mode The disc contains material recorded in MD mode Operation mode The mode set for the "Disc Mode" setting. 22 The operation mode is automatically recognized whenever ...on another component that does not support Hi-MD, set the "Disc Mode" to "MD" to "Hi-MD". Hi-MD MD 1) Refer to close. This recorder has two operation modes, "Hi-MD mode" and "MD mode". "Hi-MD" lights up when the operation mode is Hi-MD and "MD" lights up when the operation mode is factory...
... sure to check the record-protect tab is inserted. Disc condition Blank disc The disc contains material recorded in Hi-MD mode The disc contains material recorded in MD mode Operation mode The mode set for the "Disc Mode" setting. 22 The operation mode is automatically recognized whenever ...on another component that does not support Hi-MD, set the "Disc Mode" to "MD" to "Hi-MD". Hi-MD MD 1) Refer to close. This recorder has two operation modes, "Hi-MD mode" and "MD mode". "Hi-MD" lights up when the operation mode is Hi-MD and "MD" lights up when the operation mode is factory...
Operating Instructions
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...8226; Do not move or jog the recorder or disconnect the power source while recording or "SYSTEM FILE WRITING" is disconnected. 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 ... • Note the following when recording from that disables recording when the remaining battery power is estimated by turning the volume control on a 1GB Hi-MD disc, "NotENOUGH POWER TO REC" may not be capable of the recording (the track's start and end points, etc.) is being recorded. •...
...8226; Do not move or jog the recorder or disconnect the power source while recording or "SYSTEM FILE WRITING" is disconnected. 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 ... • Note the following when recording from that disables recording when the remaining battery power is estimated by turning the volume control on a 1GB Hi-MD disc, "NotENOUGH POWER TO REC" may not be capable of the recording (the track's start and end points, etc.) is being recorded. •...
Operating Instructions
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... sound may drop out for 2 seconds or more . Find the beginning of the first track. Slide the jog lever towards >. Search for a point in Hi-MD mode, sound may skip if: • the recorder is subject to the beginning of Press the 5-way control key the next track towards . Press x. Press...
... sound may drop out for 2 seconds or more . Find the beginning of the first track. Slide the jog lever towards >. Search for a point in Hi-MD mode, sound may skip if: • the recorder is subject to the beginning of Press the 5-way control key the next track towards . Press x. Press...
Operating Instructions
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..., and items listed under "Menu 2" are not displayed when "Menu Mode" is set to a new group. page 64 Changes the order of purchase (in Hi-MD mode only). Varies the playback speed without changing the page 56 pitch (Speed Control). 29 Items listed under "Menu 1" are the selectable items which appear...
..., and items listed under "Menu 2" are not displayed when "Menu Mode" is set to a new group. page 64 Changes the order of purchase (in Hi-MD mode only). Varies the playback speed without changing the page 56 pitch (Speed Control). 29 Items listed under "Menu 1" are the selectable items which appear...
Operating Instructions
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Turns the beep sound on the remote control. page 77 Selects MD mode or Hi-MD mode when a blank page 78 disc is inserted. page 64 Changes the order of the recorder Menu 1 Menu 2 Edit Title* : Set* : Release* Move* Erase Format* ... 60 group name, or disc name. page 69 Formats the disc and restores it page 73 was in at the time of purchase (in Hi-MD mode only). page 75 Selects the status of play, such as the recorder page 34, status, etc. page 63 Releases group settings. Displays various information...
Turns the beep sound on the remote control. page 77 Selects MD mode or Hi-MD mode when a blank page 78 disc is inserted. page 64 Changes the order of the recorder Menu 1 Menu 2 Edit Title* : Set* : Release* Move* Erase Format* ... 60 group name, or disc name. page 69 Formats the disc and restores it page 73 was in at the time of purchase (in Hi-MD mode only). page 75 Selects the status of play, such as the recorder page 34, status, etc. page 63 Releases group settings. Displays various information...
Operating Instructions
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Outputs sound from MD mode or Hi-MD mode when a page 78 blank disc is inserted. page 38 Sets the microphone recording level adjustment page 36 mode. page 42 Changes the displayed menu .... Sets the recorder to suit the source page 35 sound. Site page page 54 Searches for MD mode). Varies the playback speed without changing the page 56 pitch (Speed Control). page 37 LP for Hi-MD mode/SP, LP2, LP4, or monaural for tracks by track name, group name, page 52 artist...
Outputs sound from MD mode or Hi-MD mode when a page 78 blank disc is inserted. page 38 Sets the microphone recording level adjustment page 36 mode. page 42 Changes the displayed menu .... Sets the recorder to suit the source page 35 sound. Site page page 54 Searches for MD mode). Varies the playback speed without changing the page 56 pitch (Speed Control). page 37 LP for Hi-MD mode/SP, LP2, LP4, or monaural for tracks by track name, group name, page 52 artist...
Operating Instructions
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...is still rotating in the display, the first few seconds of the recorder. If you start and end points, etc.) is Hi-MD and "MD" lights up to "MD". Make sure that the disc indication has stopped rotating before recording. • If you cannot find certain menu items while operating the... Mode" in the menu set to specify use of recording Before recording Selecting the operation mode This recorder has two operation modes, "Hi-MD mode" and "MD mode". If you want to the recorder, charge the rechargeable battery fully (battery level indication shows ), or use the disc recorded on this...
...is still rotating in the display, the first few seconds of the recorder. If you start and end points, etc.) is Hi-MD and "MD" lights up to "MD". Make sure that the disc indication has stopped rotating before recording. • If you cannot find certain menu items while operating the... Mode" in the menu set to specify use of recording Before recording Selecting the operation mode This recorder has two operation modes, "Hi-MD mode" and "MD mode". If you want to the recorder, charge the rechargeable battery fully (battery level indication shows ), or use the disc recorded on this...
Operating Instructions
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...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 in a group.... A Track number Track number Track number B Elapsed time Remaining time for recording (MD) Disc name A Track number Track number B • Group name and album name (Hi-MD)1) • Group name and track name (MD)1) Selected sound mode name and its indication 1) The disc name appears when the ...
...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 in a group.... A Track number Track number Track number B Elapsed time Remaining time for recording (MD) Disc name A Track number Track number B • Group name and album name (Hi-MD)1) • Group name and track name (MD)1) Selected sound mode name and its indication 1) The disc name appears when the ...
Operating Instructions
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...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...AllRemain" • Disc name and artist name (HiMD)1) • Disc name1) • Group name and album name (Hi-MD)2) • Group name (MD)2) Track name Sound mode name Indication of tracks after the current track Remaining time after the current location in a group. 34...
...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...AllRemain" • Disc name and artist name (HiMD)1) • Disc name1) • Group name and album name (Hi-MD)2) • Group name (MD)2) Track name Sound mode name Indication of tracks after the current track Remaining time after the current location in a group. 34...