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Glossary

ATRAC3

ATRAC3, which stands for Adaptive Transform Acoustic Coding3, is audio compression technology that satisfies the demand for high sound quality and high compression rates. The ATRAC3 compression rate is approximately 10 times higher than that of the Audio CD, resulting an increased data capacity for the media.

“Check-In /Check-Out”

Check-out is to transfer music files from a personal computer to an external device/media (such as a Network Walkman). Returning checked-out music files to the same computer is to check in. (You cannot move checked-out music files to another computer.)

You can check out a music file, check it back in, and then check it out again an infinite number of times. The SDMI rules provide that up to four copies of a music file can be checked out at one time. OpenMG employs a method whereby three copies of a song can be checked out simultaneously, while the fourth copy is maintained as a master on your PC.

Electronic Music Distribution (EMD) service

EMD is a website that distributes music files which are available for purchase.

MP3

MP3, which stands for MPEG-1 Audio Layer3, is a standard for audio file compression determined by the Motion Picture Experts Group, an ISO (International Organization for Standardization) working group. It enables compression of audio files to about 1/10 of the data size of a standard compact disc. Since the MP3 encoding algorithm is disclosed, there are various encoders/decoders that are compliant with this standard, including freeware that is available for no charge. The MP3 standard is therefore widely used in the computer field.

Music Drive

Music Drive is a music database for managing audio data on a computer. In Music Drive, audio files can be managed along with such information as artist names, track names, and CD jacket images, or can be combined and categorized in different playlists.

OpenMG

Copyright protection technology for the import and management of musical content from distribution services or CDs. By using software that are compliant with OpenMG, audio contents can be encrypted before storage on a hard disk drive to allow playback of those audio files on that computer. OpenMG also prevents the unauthorized distribution of the contents via the Internet or other networks.

Playlist

A playlist is like a container that can be used to hold and categorize files stored in Music Drive. For example, by making a “jazz” playlist and then putting your favorite jazz tracks into the playlist, you can play all of the tracks repeatedly or check them all out at the same time.

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Contents Portable MiniDisc Recorder Avoid Exposure to Beam InformationOn the supplied software Table of contents Editing recorded tracks Using the group functionOther operations Power sources Troubleshooting and explanationsTroubles and solutions Additional informationWhat is a Net MD? Basic Operations Advanced operationsSettings and Precautions Uninstalling the SonicStage softwareOther information Information and explanationsPage Before using this product When using the recorderChecking the supplied accessories AC power adaptor NH-7WMAA Nickel metalLooking at controls RecorderDisplay window of the recorder 2 1Headphones/earphones with a remote control Stop button Search/AMS buttonGetting started Charge the rechargeable battery Disconnect the AC power adaptorConnect the headphones/earphones With the remote control toConnect firmly Battery life When recordingPress Open to open the lid CheckFirmly and completely into the appropriate jacks Press MARK1Or on the remote control Volume To stop play, press ControlPress N on the recorder Way control keyOperation on Operation on the remote Recorder Control If the play does not startWhen you press ENTER, a and B appear in the display Various ways of recordingViewing various information Way control key Enter NTo stop recording MarkPress Recording Display Mode Window Time Recorder Long-time recording MdlpLP2 LP4Recording from a TV or a radio Analog Recording Adding track marks while recordingAdding track marks manually You can add track marks track number while recordingAdding track marks automatically Auto Time Stamp To cancel Auto Time StampSelect OFF in or stop recording Adjusting the recording level manually To switch back to automatic level controlWhile pressing X, press REC Fifth segmentVarious ways of playback Selecting the play mode Listening to selected tracks only Bookmark PlayAdjusting treble or bass Digital Sound Preset Selecting the sound qualityTo cancel selecting Adjusting the sound qualityPress Cancel Editing recorded tracks Before editingLabeling recordings Name LabelingMoving recorded tracks Move To cancel moving Dividing a track DivideExample Before moving After movingCombining tracks combine Dividing a track directlyTrack numbers will change as follows Track numbers decrease Way control keyErasing tracks and a whole disc contents Erase To erase the whole disc Using the group function What is the group function?Recording tracks using the group function Recording a track to a new groupPlaying groups Recording a track to an existing groupPlaying a track in group play Press . or repeatedly to Select Normal, and then pressSelecting the play mode for group play Group Play Mode Assigning tracks or groups as a new group Group SettingDisplay Play mode Editing groupsReleasing a group setting To cancel the operationLabeling recorded groups Moving a track in a disc with group settingPress . or until G Rls appears in the display, and press Changing the order of a group on a disc Group Move Destination groupTo erase a group You can erase tracks in a selected groupUseful settings Other operationsCategory Function What it does Site Editing To return the preceding setting How to use the menu itemsTo cancel the operation while setting Creating a new group when recording Starting the playback quickly Quick ModeTurning off the beep sound Recording without overwriting existing materialProtecting your hearing Avls To cancel the AvlsSelect Avls OFF Menus on the recorder List of menusMenu Option Avls OFF y on factory settingBeep Power sources Battery lifeWhen to replace the batteries Unit approx.hoursJEITA1Precautions Additional informationOn cleaning On the MiniDisc cartridgeTo protect a recorded MD Tab Back of the MDSpecifications Troubleshooting and explanations Troubles and solutionsWhile charging While recordingLid does not open until Edit disappears in the display After recordingWhile playing While Editing While using group function Stereo mode or monaural mode, or 48 seconds long recordedLP4 stereo mode cannot be erased. You cannot combine tracks Long recorded in SP stereo, 24 seconds long recorded in LP2Others Error message Meaning/Remedy MessagesNo CHG MemoryNo OPR Saved SEL GRTemp TOC ERRDifference between digital optical and analog line inputs ExplanationsDifference Digital optical input Analog line input Meaning of no sound Home RecordableDigital About the DSP TYPE-S for ATRAC/ATRAC3Recording audio data to your computer Audio CDs InternetYou can transfer audio data stored in your computer to an MD To a Net MDBasic Operations Basic operational flow using the Net MDThis manual, recording from an audio CD is explained Providing the required system environment System requirementsInstalling the software onto your computer Before installing the softwareInstalling SonicStage Ver.1.5 Click SonicStageFollow the displayed instructions Power Dedicated jack Connecting the Net MD to your computerTo the USB jack Starting SonicStage Storing audio data to your computerSonicStage starts up and the main window appears Recording audio CDs to the hard disk drive CD window appears in the displayRecording navigation window* appears in the display Display changes to the recording windowIf the list panel is not displayed, click Click hereList of the audio files in that album appears Labeling audio dataEditing panel appears in the display Checking out audio files to the Net MD PlaylistPlaylist appears in the display To cancel a check-outClick Stop Page Listening to an MD Listening to an MD with the Net MD connected to the computerUsing other functions Using the SonicStage online helpAdvanced operations To display online helpViewing online help Tabs Left side frame Device/MediaSettings and Precautions Settings according to OSWhen using SonicStage under Windows XP Other informationPage Page Backing up the audio data Uninstalling the SonicStage software For Windows XP usersControl Panel window appears Add/Remove Programs dialog box appearsFor Windows 2000 users Add/Remove Programs Properties window appearsCheck the symptoms in this Troubleshooting section TroubleshootingCheck the symptoms in the SonicStage 1.5 online help Page If the installation was not successful If your computer does not recognize the Net MDIs the Net MD connected correctly to your computer? Is an MD inserted in the Net MD?If the installation seems to be stopped Problem Cause/RemedyCheck for the appearance of an error message beneath While longerOn the Net MD What is a Net MD? Net MD FAQInformation and explanations On Editing Can checked-out tracks be edited on the Net MD? On copyright protection Restrictions on audio content Features by copyright protection by OpenMGGlossary 100Recording mode Bit rate 101Windows Media Audio Windows Media TechnologyIndex 102CD-ROM DSP TYPE-STrack mark Add Divide 35 Erase Combime Transferring 103USB
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