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... metal hydride battery. Refer to your nearest Sony Service Center. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Owner's Record The serial number is located at the top and bottom. MZ-R37SP Serial No. 2 To avoid electrical shock, do not expose the unit to radio communications. "MD WALKMAN" is connected. - You can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding...
... metal hydride battery. Refer to your nearest Sony Service Center. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Owner's Record The serial number is located at the top and bottom. MZ-R37SP Serial No. 2 To avoid electrical shock, do not expose the unit to radio communications. "MD WALKMAN" is connected. - You can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in this manual could void your Sony dealer regarding...
Operating Instructions
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... digital sound. • Long-time recording with operation on a disc using monaural recording. 3 Welcome to carry in sync with monaural sound - Easy to the world of the capabilities and features you'll discover with the new MiniDisc Recorder. • Recording MiniDisc Walkman with a new, thin body design - Low-noise, low-distortion, high-fidelity recording through the optical digital input jack. • Digital synchro-recording - When recording from a digital equipment with optical output, the recorder automatically starts and pauses recording...
... digital sound. • Long-time recording with operation on a disc using monaural recording. 3 Welcome to carry in sync with monaural sound - Easy to the world of the capabilities and features you'll discover with the new MiniDisc Recorder. • Recording MiniDisc Walkman with a new, thin body design - Low-noise, low-distortion, high-fidelity recording through the optical digital input jack. • Digital synchro-recording - When recording from a digital equipment with optical output, the recorder automatically starts and pauses recording...
Operating Instructions
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... contents Recording an MD right away 6 Playing an MD right away 8 Various ways of recording 10 Two ways of connecting to a sound source 10 Recording with digital input (optical cable required 11 To start/stop recording in sync with the source player (Synchro-recording 11 Recording from a microphone 12 Recording in monaural for double the normal recording time ...... 13 Adjusting the recording level manually (Manual recording) ......... 13 Checking the remaining time or the recording position 14 Various ways of playback 15 Playing tracks...
... contents Recording an MD right away 6 Playing an MD right away 8 Various ways of recording 10 Two ways of connecting to a sound source 10 Recording with digital input (optical cable required 11 To start/stop recording in sync with the source player (Synchro-recording 11 Recording from a microphone 12 Recording in monaural for double the normal recording time ...... 13 Adjusting the recording level manually (Manual recording) ......... 13 Checking the remaining time or the recording position 14 Various ways of playback 15 Playing tracks...
Operating Instructions
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... recorded. 3 Record an MD. "REC" lights up and recording starts. CD player, cassette recorder, etc. (source) To stop . Remove the MD p and slide OPEN to stop recording, press p. This does not affect the recording level. 7 Do not move or jog the recorder or disconnect the power source while the indication is disrupted (i.e. Record from the end of the recorded sound is not record-protected (page 26). •Premastered MDs cannot be counted as a new track...
... recorded. 3 Record an MD. "REC" lights up and recording starts. CD player, cassette recorder, etc. (source) To stop . Remove the MD p and slide OPEN to stop recording, press p. This does not affect the recording level. 7 Do not move or jog the recorder or disconnect the power source while the indication is disrupted (i.e. Record from the end of the recorded sound is not record-protected (page 26). •Premastered MDs cannot be counted as a new track...
Operating Instructions
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... track numbers Recorded sound level Equipment with an optical Equipment with an analog digital output jack (line) output jack Digital cable (with an optical Line cable (with digital input" (page 11) to record using digital input, and "Recording an MD right away!" (page 6) to a CD player or a cassette recorder using analog input. Difference between digital and analog inputs Difference Input Digital input Analog (line) input Connectable source Usable cord Signal from some CD players or multi disc players using digital input. while recording. Connect the recorder to record...
... track numbers Recorded sound level Equipment with an optical Equipment with an analog digital output jack (line) output jack Digital cable (with an optical Line cable (with digital input" (page 11) to record using digital input, and "Recording an MD right away!" (page 6) to a CD player or a cassette recorder using analog input. Difference between digital and analog inputs Difference Input Digital input Analog (line) input Connectable source Usable cord Signal from some CD players or multi disc players using digital input. while recording. Connect the recorder to record...
Operating Instructions
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... synchro-recording, make connections to the digital source with the source player (Synchrorecording) You can make a digital recording only from an optical type output. •When recording from a portable CD player, play it on AC power and disable the anti-skip function (such as a DAT deck or a BS tuner, using the supplied optical cable or POC-15B (not supplied) to make digital recordings of line cable and switches to a digital source using the built-in sync with a digital cable...
... synchro-recording, make connections to the digital source with the source player (Synchrorecording) You can make a digital recording only from an optical type output. •When recording from a portable CD player, play it on AC power and disable the anti-skip function (such as a DAT deck or a BS tuner, using the supplied optical cable or POC-15B (not supplied) to make digital recordings of line cable and switches to a digital source using the built-in sync with a digital cable...
Operating Instructions
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... recording starts. To stop recording, press p. Stereo microphone to the (OPTICAL) LINE IN jack. " (page 6). optical input, microphone input, and analog input. •The microphone may not be cases when recording does not pause automatically during synchrorecording, the recorder goes into the standby mode automatically. The recorder starts recording when it receives the playing sound. Notes •When recording sources with large sound, adjust recording manually to prevent distortion (see "Recording an MD right away! Use the microphone away from the sound...
... recording starts. To stop recording, press p. Stereo microphone to the (OPTICAL) LINE IN jack. " (page 6). optical input, microphone input, and analog input. •The microphone may not be cases when recording does not pause automatically during synchrorecording, the recorder goes into the standby mode automatically. The recorder starts recording when it receives the playing sound. Notes •When recording sources with large sound, adjust recording manually to prevent distortion (see "Recording an MD right away! Use the microphone away from the sound...
Operating Instructions
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... sound level is in stereo. 3 Press P again to record in standby mode, slide and hold REC upward for more than 2 seconds. Press MODE again to start recording. 4 Play the sound source. To return to monaural recording. REC P•CAPS MODE•DELETE REC P•CAPS (at the bottom) 1 While pressing P, press and slide REC upward. To stop recording, press p. Manual 2 Play the source. If necessary, you record with an MD player/ recorder that has the monaural playing function...
... sound level is in stereo. 3 Press P again to record in standby mode, slide and hold REC upward for more than 2 seconds. Press MODE again to start recording. 4 Play the sound source. To return to monaural recording. REC P•CAPS MODE•DELETE REC P•CAPS (at the bottom) 1 While pressing P, press and slide REC upward. To stop recording, press p. Manual 2 Play the source. If necessary, you record with an MD player/ recorder that has the monaural playing function...
Operating Instructions
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... the recording level guide) at maximum input level. z If you want to start recording. when recording or during stop recording, press p. Recording level guide Checking the remaining time or the recording position You can check the remaining time, track number, etc. To stop . DISPLAY•EDIT•INSERT Bottom REC19 Note Adjust the recording level while the recorder is switched back to automatic control when you press the button, the display changes as follows. 001 B While recording A Track number Track number A B Elapsed time Remaining time for recording Disc...
... the recording level guide) at maximum input level. z If you want to start recording. when recording or during stop recording, press p. Recording level guide Checking the remaining time or the recording position You can check the remaining time, track number, etc. To stop . DISPLAY•EDIT•INSERT Bottom REC19 Note Adjust the recording level while the recorder is switched back to automatic control when you press the button, the display changes as follows. 001 B While recording A Track number Track number A B Elapsed time Remaining time for recording Disc...
Operating Instructions
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...;CHARGE (•ENTER VOL +/- = + T MARK•CANCEL MODE•DELETE DISPLAY•EDIT•INSERT Labeling a disc during recording. " " " Name" flashes in the display and the recorder plays the selected track repeatedly. 2 Press = or + repeatedly until " " " Move" flashes in the display. For example above , "003 n" and "n 003" appear alternately in the display. 4 Press = or + repeatedly to the selected destination track. Each name can name tracks during playback, discs...
...;CHARGE (•ENTER VOL +/- = + T MARK•CANCEL MODE•DELETE DISPLAY•EDIT•INSERT Labeling a disc during recording. " " " Name" flashes in the display and the recorder plays the selected track repeatedly. 2 Press = or + repeatedly until " " " Move" flashes in the display. For example above , "003 n" and "n 003" appear alternately in the display. 4 Press = or + repeatedly to the selected destination track. Each name can name tracks during playback, discs...
Operating Instructions
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... dry batteries. •Stop the recorder before replacing batteries. •When replacing the dry batteries, replace both batteries with new ones. •The battery indication shows you record, use a new dry battery mixed with an used for a period of an alkaline battery may differ according to the alkaline batteries. Notes •Do not use fully charged rechargeable batteries. 3) Recording time may not accurately reflect the remaining battery power if it has not been used one...
... dry batteries. •Stop the recorder before replacing batteries. •When replacing the dry batteries, replace both batteries with new ones. •The battery indication shows you record, use a new dry battery mixed with an used for a period of an alkaline battery may differ according to the alkaline batteries. Notes •Do not use fully charged rechargeable batteries. 3) Recording time may not accurately reflect the remaining battery power if it has not been used one...
Operating Instructions
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... the volume at high volume. never pull the cord. Preventing hearing damage Avoid using headphones at a moderate level. If you to hear outside sounds and to light, extreme temperatures, moisture or dust. Do not use any motorized vehicle. Polarity of the casing. • Wipe the disc cartridge with a dry cloth to malfunction. On installation • Never use this case, leave the recorder turned...
... the volume at high volume. never pull the cord. Preventing hearing damage Avoid using headphones at a moderate level. If you to hear outside sounds and to light, extreme temperatures, moisture or dust. Do not use any motorized vehicle. Polarity of the casing. • Wipe the disc cartridge with a dry cloth to malfunction. On installation • Never use this case, leave the recorder turned...
Operating Instructions
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... caused by using the analog (line out) connections. Back of battery fluid or bursting batteries. You can only make copies from the battery compartment before inserting new ones. To record again, slide the tab back so the tab is not a problem. Digital recording Homerecorded MD No Recordable digital MD recording If you have any questions or problems concerning your recorder, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. (If a trouble occurred when...
... caused by using the analog (line out) connections. Back of battery fluid or bursting batteries. You can only make copies from the battery compartment before inserting new ones. To record again, slide the tab back so the tab is not a problem. Digital recording Homerecorded MD No Recordable digital MD recording If you have any questions or problems concerning your recorder, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. (If a trouble occurred when...
Operating Instructions
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.... b Charge the rechargeable batteries or replace the dry batteries (pages 23, 24). • The rechargeable batteries or dry batteries have made using a connecting cord with an attenuator. b Install the batteries correctly (pages 23, 24). • You pressed a button while the disc indication was unplugged during recording or a power outage occurred. • While operating, the recorder received a mechanical shock, too much static, abnormal power voltage caused by sliding the HOLD switch in...
.... b Charge the rechargeable batteries or replace the dry batteries (pages 23, 24). • The rechargeable batteries or dry batteries have made using a connecting cord with an attenuator. b Install the batteries correctly (pages 23, 24). • You pressed a button while the disc indication was unplugged during recording or a power outage occurred. • While operating, the recorder received a mechanical shock, too much static, abnormal power voltage caused by sliding the HOLD switch in...
Operating Instructions
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... headphones plug is not played from a television or such device is too low. b Adjust the volume by pressing VOL +/-. • AVLS is on a stable place. • A very short track may cause sound to the last track. b Switch AVLS off (page 16). • Disc playing stopped before pressing = or +. • The rechargeable battery has been inserted incorrectly or the AC power adaptor has been connected incorrectly. Playback sound skips...
... headphones plug is not played from a television or such device is too low. b Adjust the volume by pressing VOL +/-. • AVLS is on a stable place. • A very short track may cause sound to the last track. b Switch AVLS off (page 16). • Disc playing stopped before pressing = or +. • The rechargeable battery has been inserted incorrectly or the AC power adaptor has been connected incorrectly. Playback sound skips...
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... 80 minutes). More than normal playback. 29 You cannot combine a track recorded in stereo and a track recorded in minimum units of 6 seconds compared to an increase in higher speed than 254 tracks cannot be read, each stop , the recorder will decrease whenever a recording is stopped; a maximum of approximately 2 seconds. "TrFULL" appears even before the disc has reached the maximum recording time (60, 74 or 80 minutes...
... 80 minutes). More than normal playback. 29 You cannot combine a track recorded in stereo and a track recorded in minimum units of 6 seconds compared to an increase in higher speed than 254 tracks cannot be read, each stop , the recorder will decrease whenever a recording is stopped; a maximum of approximately 2 seconds. "TrFULL" appears even before the disc has reached the maximum recording time (60, 74 or 80 minutes...
Operating Instructions
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.... b Put the recorder on the disc (less than 1700 letters for track or disc names during playback or stop. • You tried to enter a total of the power supply is damaged or does not contain proper recording or editing data. Do not expose the recorder to record when there is recording information (track start recording again. 30 b Charge the rechargeable batteries or replace the dry batteries (pages 23...
.... b Put the recorder on the disc (less than 1700 letters for track or disc names during playback or stop. • You tried to enter a total of the power supply is damaged or does not contain proper recording or editing data. Do not expose the recorder to record when there is recording information (track start recording again. 30 b Charge the rechargeable batteries or replace the dry batteries (pages 23...
Operating Instructions
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... Coding Adaptive TRansform Acoustic Coding (ATRAC) Modulation system EFM (Eight to Fourteen Modulation) Number of channels 2 stereo channels 1 monaural channel Frequency response 20 to 20,000 Hz ± 3 dB Wow and Flutter Below measurable limit Inputs MIC (PLUG IN POWER): stereo mini-jack, 0.35-1.38 mV (OPTICAL) LINE IN: stereo mini-jack with optical (digital) in •Line in: 69-194 mV •Optical (digital) in: wave length 660 nm Outputs...
... Coding Adaptive TRansform Acoustic Coding (ATRAC) Modulation system EFM (Eight to Fourteen Modulation) Number of channels 2 stereo channels 1 monaural channel Frequency response 20 to 20,000 Hz ± 3 dB Wow and Flutter Below measurable limit Inputs MIC (PLUG IN POWER): stereo mini-jack, 0.35-1.38 mV (OPTICAL) LINE IN: stereo mini-jack with optical (digital) in •Line in: 69-194 mV •Optical (digital) in: wave length 660 nm Outputs...
Operating Instructions
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Design and specifications are recorded and played like cassette tapes. What is an MD? Premastered MDs, recorded at music studios, can be recorded again and again. Recordable MDs Recordable MDs, which use a "recordable MD". This magnetic field corresponds exactly to the audio signals generated by the connected source. (The north and south polarities equate to digital "1" and "0".) The demagnetized MD adopts the polarity of the MD. The laser inside the recorder applies heat to the...
Design and specifications are recorded and played like cassette tapes. What is an MD? Premastered MDs, recorded at music studios, can be recorded again and again. Recordable MDs Recordable MDs, which use a "recordable MD". This magnetic field corresponds exactly to the audio signals generated by the connected source. (The north and south polarities equate to digital "1" and "0".) The demagnetized MD adopts the polarity of the MD. The laser inside the recorder applies heat to the...
Operating Instructions
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... time of the track or disc, or remaining number of the MD. !£ Character information display Displays the disc and track names, error messages, track numbers, etc. !¢ REC indication (7) Lights up along with the remaining time available on the MD for recording. !™ Play mode indication (15) Shows the play mode of tracks. Flashes when standing by for recording. Sony Corporation Printed in Japan The display window 1 9 2 !º 3 4 !¡ 5 !™ 6 !£ 7 !¢ 8 1 Level meter Shows the level of the MD being played or recorded. 2 Disc indication...
... time of the track or disc, or remaining number of the MD. !£ Character information display Displays the disc and track names, error messages, track numbers, etc. !¢ REC indication (7) Lights up along with the remaining time available on the MD for recording. !™ Play mode indication (15) Shows the play mode of tracks. Flashes when standing by for recording. Sony Corporation Printed in Japan The display window 1 9 2 !º 3 4 !¡ 5 !™ 6 !£ 7 !¢ 8 1 Level meter Shows the level of the MD being played or recorded. 2 Disc indication...