Sony MZ-N510 Restrictions on audio content, Features by copyright protection by OpenMG

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Restrictions on audio content

High-quality digital audio content is widely available through music distribution services on the Internet. To protect the copyrights of its holders from unauthorized distribution, some audio content is distributed with certain restrictions on recording and playback. For example, the playback period or playback count for the data may be limited. In such cases, checking out of the audio contents may not be possible.

Depending on the contents, some audio data that could be checked out are subject to editing restrictions on the Net MD; e.g., audio contents cannot be erased or track marks cannot be added or erased.

It is not possible to check in tracks other than those that were checked out from your computer (for example, tracks recorded using a microphone or through analog or digital connection).

Features by copyright protection by OpenMG

The SonicStage software features OpenMG, a copyright protection technology developed by Sony to protect music copyrights. OpenMG uses high-level cryptographic technology to protect music contents with computers.

Users should be aware of the restrictions described below.

•Music recorded on the hard disk using the SonicStage software cannot be played when copied to other computers.

•Installation of the same SonicStage software to other computers is not permitted.

•Usage Rules

If Usage Rules are included in the music by way of the copyright holder or the distributor, operation will be restricted to use permitted by the Usage Rule. For music, such as compact discs, that does not contain a Usage Rule, the Default Usage Rule of SDMI will apply. This Default Usage Rule states that one file can be checked out up to three times only.

•On music contents that are not compatible with the SonicStage software

Under the supervision of SDMI, this software prohibits recording of music with a copy prohibition signal.

•Upgrading SonicStage software

This software was developed in accordance with the current arrangement between Sony and SDMI. If this arrangement is modified in the future, some of the software functions may become unavailable. Sony may offer an upgrade kit in this case at additional user expense.

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Contents Portable MiniDisc Recorder Information Avoid Exposure to BeamOn the supplied software Table of contents Using the group function Editing recorded tracksOther operations Additional information Power sourcesTroubleshooting and explanations Troubles and solutionsAdvanced operations What is a Net MD? Basic OperationsInformation and explanations Settings and PrecautionsUninstalling the SonicStage software Other informationPage When using the recorder Before using this productAC power adaptor NH-7WMAA Nickel metal Checking the supplied accessoriesRecorder Looking at controls2 1 Display window of the recorderStop button Search/AMS button Headphones/earphones with a remote controlGetting started Disconnect the AC power adaptor Charge the rechargeable batteryWhen recording Connect the headphones/earphonesWith the remote control to Connect firmly Battery lifeCheck Press Open to open the lidFirmly and completely into the appropriate jacks MARK1 PressWay control key Or on the remote controlVolume To stop play, press Control Press N on the recorderIf the play does not start Operation on Operation on the remote Recorder ControlWay control key Enter N When you press ENTER, a and B appear in the displayVarious ways of recording Viewing various informationMark To stop recordingPress LP4 Recording Display Mode Window Time RecorderLong-time recording Mdlp LP2You can add track marks track number while recording Recording from a TV or a radio Analog RecordingAdding track marks while recording Adding track marks manuallyTo cancel Auto Time Stamp Adding track marks automatically Auto Time StampSelect OFF in or stop recording Fifth segment Adjusting the recording level manuallyTo switch back to automatic level control While pressing X, press RECVarious ways of playback Listening to selected tracks only Bookmark Play Selecting the play modeSelecting the sound quality Adjusting treble or bass Digital Sound PresetAdjusting the sound quality To cancel selectingPress Cancel Labeling Editing recorded tracksBefore editing Labeling recordings NameMoving recorded tracks Move Before moving After moving To cancel movingDividing a track Divide ExampleTrack numbers decrease Way control key Combining tracks combineDividing a track directly Track numbers will change as followsErasing tracks and a whole disc contents Erase To erase the whole disc Recording a track to a new group Using the group functionWhat is the group function? Recording tracks using the group functionPress . or repeatedly to Select Normal, and then press Playing groupsRecording a track to an existing group Playing a track in group playEditing groups Selecting the play mode for group play Group Play ModeAssigning tracks or groups as a new group Group Setting Display Play modeTo cancel the operation Releasing a group settingMoving a track in a disc with group setting Labeling recorded groupsPress . or until G Rls appears in the display, and press Destination group Changing the order of a group on a disc Group MoveYou can erase tracks in a selected group To erase a groupOther operations Useful settingsCategory Function What it does Site Editing How to use the menu items To return the preceding settingTo cancel the operation while setting Recording without overwriting existing material Creating a new group when recordingStarting the playback quickly Quick Mode Turning off the beep soundTo cancel the Avls Protecting your hearing AvlsSelect Avls OFF List of menus Menus on the recorderMenu OFF y on factory setting Option AvlsBeep Unit approx.hoursJEITA1 Power sourcesBattery life When to replace the batteriesAdditional information PrecautionsTab Back of the MD On cleaningOn the MiniDisc cartridge To protect a recorded MDSpecifications While recording Troubleshooting and explanationsTroubles and solutions While chargingAfter recording Lid does not open until Edit disappears in the displayWhile playing While Editing Long recorded in SP stereo, 24 seconds long recorded in LP2 While using group functionStereo mode or monaural mode, or 48 seconds long recorded LP4 stereo mode cannot be erased. You cannot combine tracksOthers Messages Error message Meaning/RemedyMemory No CHGNo OPR TOC ERR SavedSEL GR TempExplanations Difference between digital optical and analog line inputsDifference Digital optical input Analog line input About the DSP TYPE-S for ATRAC/ATRAC3 Meaning of no soundHome Recordable DigitalAudio CDs Internet Recording audio data to your computerTo a Net MD You can transfer audio data stored in your computer to an MDBasic operational flow using the Net MD Basic OperationsThis manual, recording from an audio CD is explained System requirements Providing the required system environmentBefore installing the software Installing the software onto your computerClick SonicStage Installing SonicStage Ver.1.5Follow the displayed instructions Connecting the Net MD to your computer Power Dedicated jackTo the USB jack Storing audio data to your computer Starting SonicStageSonicStage starts up and the main window appears Display changes to the recording window Recording audio CDs to the hard disk driveCD window appears in the display Recording navigation window* appears in the displayClick here If the list panel is not displayed, clickLabeling audio data List of the audio files in that album appearsEditing panel appears in the display Playlist Checking out audio files to the Net MDTo cancel a check-out Playlist appears in the displayClick Stop Page Listening to an MD with the Net MD connected to the computer Listening to an MDTo display online help Using other functionsUsing the SonicStage online help Advanced operationsDevice/Media Viewing online help Tabs Left side frameOther information Settings and PrecautionsSettings according to OS When using SonicStage under Windows XPPage Page Backing up the audio data Add/Remove Programs dialog box appears Uninstalling the SonicStage softwareFor Windows XP users Control Panel window appearsAdd/Remove Programs Properties window appears For Windows 2000 usersTroubleshooting Check the symptoms in this Troubleshooting sectionCheck the symptoms in the SonicStage 1.5 online help Page Is an MD inserted in the Net MD? If the installation was not successfulIf your computer does not recognize the Net MD Is the Net MD connected correctly to your computer?While longer If the installation seems to be stoppedProblem Cause/Remedy Check for the appearance of an error message beneathNet MD FAQ On the Net MD What is a Net MD?Information and explanations On Editing Can checked-out tracks be edited on the Net MD? On copyright protection Features by copyright protection by OpenMG Restrictions on audio content100 GlossaryWindows Media Technology Recording mode Bit rate101 Windows Media AudioDSP TYPE-S Index102 CD-ROM103 Track mark Add Divide 35 Erase Combime TransferringUSB