Sony MDS-E12 Keyboard Operations English Keyboard Layout, Keyboard Operations 10-Keyboard Layout

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Keyboard Operations (English Keyboard Layout)

 

MENU/NO

 

 

 

 

Press the same number

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A.CUE

as for the track number SCROLL

For track numbers greater than 11

 

 

 

 

 

A.PAUSE

to be played

 

 

 

 

 

 

VARI SPEED

TIME

 

PLAY MODE

DISPLAY/CHAR

 

 

FADER

UNDO

EJECT

 

Esc

 

F1

 

F2

F3

F4

F5

F6

 

F7

F8

 

F9

F10

F11

F12

 

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#

$

%

^

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(

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+

 

 

 

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1

2

 

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

0

 

-

=

Backspace

 

 

 

 

 

*

Tab

 

Q

W

E

R

T

Y

'U

 

I

O

P

{

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Caps Lock

 

A

S

D

F

G

H

J

 

K

L

:

 

"

Enter

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

;

 

'

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Shift

 

Z

 

X

C

V

B

N

M

<

 

>

?

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

,

 

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Shift

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A

B REPEAT

 

 

 

 

 

REPEAT

 

MUSIC SCAN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Divide a track**

 

 

Print

Scroll Pause

Naming a

 

Move a track**

 

track or MD

 

Screen

Lock

 

 

 

 

 

 

MARK LOCATE VARISREED+

 

 

 

 

Insert

Home

Page

Num

/

*

–

Erase a

Up

 

 

 

Lock

 

 

 

track***

 

 

 

 

 

 

Delete

End

Page

7

8

9

 

 

Down

Home

 

PgUp

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

+

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Combine

CLEAR

 

VARISREED- 4

5

6

 

tracks**

 

 

 

1

2

3

 

 

 

 

 

End

 

PgDn

Enter

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ctrl

Alt

Alt

Ctrl

0

Ins

Del

or YES

*.: [Shift] +[Tab]

Recz: [Shift]+[Enter]

MUSIC SYNC: [Ctrl]+[Enter]

**Effective only during track playback (or while choosing a track)

***All tracks are erased at once when stopped.

While track is playing back (or during track selection), tracks are erased one by one.

Press the same number as

for the track number to be played (press [0] for 10)

Keyboard Operations (10-Keyboard Layout)

MENU/NO

AMS PUSH

(MARK/ENTER)

Num

YES

Operating the

Lock

/

MD

7 8

Home

4 5

1 2

End

0

Ins

9

PgUp

+ AMS( )

6

3

PgDn

Enter

Del

Recorder Using a Keyboard

Enter for track numbers over 11

Press the same number as

for the track number to be played (press [0] for 10)

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Contents MDS-E12 For customers in the Europe For customers in CanadaOwner’s Record Precautions Handling MDsAbout This Manual Table of Contents Location and Function of Parts Front Panel Descriptions Rear of the Recorder Remote Descriptions @Á x stop button ¥ M.SCAN button» Scroll button @¼ Clear buttonDisplay Window Discriptions Using the Display Window When you insert an MDWhile the recorder is stopped While the recorder is playing While the recorder is recordingE a M 2 Tr 1 m 2 5 s Inserting batteries into the remote Getting Started After UnpackingHooking Up the Audio Components Cold Getting Started Position of selector Output levelDa t e T i m e D D Y Y Y Y Setting the Clock0 0 7 1 2 1 9 0 Da t e T i m e Y Y M M D DRecording on an MD Recording on MDsWhen TOC indicator flashes When you pause recordingWhen Protected is displayed When Din Unlock flashesDo steps 1 to 5 of Recording on an MD on Press MENU/NO twice Recording for long timesP u t L e v e l A x 5 d B Adjusting the Recording LevelMonitoring the input signal Input Recording TipsErasing blank portions automatically Smart Space/Auto Cut Marking Track Numbers While Recording Track Marking Marking track numbers manually Manual Track MarkingMarking track numbers automatically Automatic Track Marking To stop Time Machine Recording Do steps 1 to 7 of Recording on an MD onIf the CD player doesn’t start playing Do steps 1 to 6 of Recording on an MD on Press Music SyncTo stop Music Synchro-recording Press CD-SYNC StartPress To change Change Recorder to CD player to CD-SYNCHRO StartOperations you may want to do during play Press or turn Playing MDsPlaying MDs To go to Do the following Playing a Specific TrackLocating a track with AMS Playing a track by entering the track Number ZLocating a point while monitoring Sound Search X t N o N a m e 6 Tr 3 m 2 8 sLocating a Particular Point in a Track Reserving the next track during play Next Track PlayRepeating all the tracks on the MD Repeat All Play Z When the play mode is Recorder repeatsPlaying Tracks Repeatedly Repeat Play Repeating the current track Repeat 1 Play ZPlaying Tracks in Random Order Shuffle Play Z Continue playing the track or use M to locateTo stop Repeat A-B Play Checking the order of tracks Program 1 0 0 / 3 S 1 2 m 2 7 sCreating Your Own Program Program Play Programming the tracksStoring the Located Track to Multi-access Play1 - 0 Tr 0 m 0 0 s 1 - 6 Tr 3 m 2 8 sM o r i z i n g M.ACCESS Multi-access play ZChecking the program Press AMS or YES Press MENU/NO Tr 0 m 0 0 s 0 0 fReturning to the Specified Point Locate Play To mark the desired point Mark4 3 s 0 4 f Pausing After Each Track Auto PauseFine adjusting the marked point Rehearsal H e a r s a lAuto Pause and Auto Cue Making Track Play Start Soon Auto CueChanging Playback Speed Variable Speed Play 5 % D R E a M 2 Tr 4 m 0 9 sTo select RAM editing Editing Recorded MDsBefore you start editing RAM editing and Disc editingAbout indications which appear after Editing Using buttons and control for editing OperationsErasing Tracks Erase About indication which appears during EditingExample Erasing portion B2 of the second track Erasing all tracks on an MD ALL EraseErasing a portion of a track A-B Erase Erasing consecutive tracks Multitrack EraseExample combining the second track and fourth Track Combining Tracks CombineCombining two tracks Combine Combining consecutive tracks Multi track CombineExample Moving the second track after the third track Moving Tracks MoveExample Dividing the second track Dividing Tracks DivideDividing a track after selecting a track Dividing a track after selecting Dividing pointTo enter a space Naming a Track or MD using the controls On the recorderI n T r 2 Naming a Track or MD NameNaming a track or MD using the remote Z Copying names Name Copy Copying the same name to all tracks Disc. Name All CopyPress MENU/NO twice while the recorder is stopped To rename a track or disc name, do the following Renaming a track or MD ZErasing a track or disc name Name Erase Erasing all names on the MD Name All EraseUndoing the Last Edit Undo Changing Recorded Level after Recording S.F EditChanging the level of a whole track Turn AMS until YES appears on the display To Use Fade In/Fade OutTo force a stop during writing During writing, press x Stop, MENU/NO or ClearFade-out Play and Fade-out Recording Other FunctionsFade in and Fade Out Z Fade-in Play and Fade-in RecordingOther Functions Using a Timer Playing an MD using a timerRecording on an MD using a timer Control terminal CTRL-S Mini-jack type Rear Panel Terminal FunctionsControl terminal functions Remote Terminal FunctionsRelay Recording Cabling for Relay Relay PlaybackParallel Input-Output Using Fader Play RS-232CSub 9-pin male Selecting keyboard type Operating MD Recorder Using a KeyboardSetting the keyboard Connecting a keyboard to the MD recorderNaming a Track or MD Using the Keyboard Short cut to the naming procedureUsing the Edit Menu Button or function Key Operations using the US or JP keyboardsOperations using the 10-key pad Operating the Recorder Through the KeyboardAssigning Characters to Keyboard Keys Assigning a characterClearing key assignments Operating Recorder Using a KeyboardKeyboard Operations English Keyboard Layout Keyboard Operations 10-Keyboard LayoutLimitations when recording over an existing track Additional InformationSystem Limitations Guide to the Serial Copy Management System Trouble shootingMessage code Cause/Remedy Self-Diagnosis FunctionMessage Meaning Display MessagesSpecifications Rack mounting Exterior dimensionsMenu item Function Parameters Factory Setup Menu TableTo access the Setup Menu SettingMenu item Sub item Function Last Mode MemoryTo access the Edit Menu Edit Menu Table
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MDS-E12 specifications

The Sony MDS-E12 is a notable addition to the Minidisc player lineup, reflecting Sony's commitment to innovation in the digital audio realm. Released in the late 1990s, this device was designed with a focus on high-quality audio playback and recording, making it a preferred choice for audiophiles and professionals alike.

One of the standout features of the MDS-E12 is its playback precision. Utilizing Sony's proprietary ATRAC (Adaptive TRansform Acoustic Coding) technology, the device processes audio with remarkable fidelity. ATRAC allows for efficient compression of audio files while maintaining impressive sound quality, making the MDS-E12 suitable for both casual listeners and serious music enthusiasts who demand clarity and rich soundscapes from their recordings.

In addition to its playback capabilities, the MDS-E12 also offers seamless recording features. Users can record live audio directly onto the Minidisc, capturing concerts, lectures, or personal performances with ease. The device supports both digital and analog input, allowing for versatile recording options from various audio sources. The built-in microphone input ensures that spontaneous recording is always an option.

Another highlight of the MDS-E12 is its user-friendly interface. The device includes a well-designed LCD display that provides essential information such as track numbers, play time, and remaining recording capacity. The intuitive layout of controls ensures that users can navigate easily through menus and settings, enhancing the overall user experience.

Moreover, the MDS-E12 incorporates a range of playback options. Users can enjoy repeat play, shuffle mode, and program play to customize their listening experience. The ability to label tracks enhances organization, allowing users to manage their collections effectively.

The Sony MDS-E12 is also built with durability in mind. Its robust design can withstand the rigors of daily use, catering to both home listeners and those on the go. The compact size of the device makes it portable, which is ideal for users who appreciate the flexibility of enjoying their audio on various occasions.

In terms of connectivity, the MDS-E12 features optical and coaxial digital outputs, as well as a headphone jack, making it straightforward to integrate with other audio equipment. Its performance, combined with comprehensive features and great sound quality, solidifies the Sony MDS-E12's place in the digital audio history, representing an era where Minidisc technology provided a fresh alternative to cassette tapes and CDs.
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