Sony MZ-N707 service manual Section Servicing Notes, System requirements

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MZ-N707

SECTION 1

SERVICING NOTES

NOTES ON HANDLING THE OPTICAL PICK-UP BLOCK OR BASE UNIT

The laser diode in the optical pick-up block may suffer electro- static break-down because of the potential difference generated by the charged electrostatic load, etc. on clothing and the human body.

During repair, pay attention to electrostatic break-down and also use the procedure in the printed matter which is included in the repair parts.

The flexible board is easily damaged and should be handled with care.

•Replacement of CXD2677-202GA (IC801) used in this set re- quires a special tool.

•The shipment data will be cleared when the NV is reset. There- fore, change the NV adjusted values following the Change of NV Adjusted Values immediately after the NV was reset. (See page 19)

•This set requires the patch data in the nonvolatile memory (IC804) to be rewritten using the application, when the MAIN board or nonvolatile memory (IC804) was replaced. (See page 29)

NOTES ON LASER DIODE EMISSION CHECK

System requirements

Never look into the laser diode emission from right above when checking it for adjustment. It is feared that you will lose your sight.

NOTES ON HANDLING THE OPTICAL PICK-UP BLOCK (LCX-5R)

The laser diode in the optical pick-up block may suffer electro- static break-down easily. When handling it, perform soldering bridge to the laser-tap on the flexible board. Also perform mea- sures against electrostatic break-down sufficiently before the op- eration. The flexible board is easily damaged and should be handled with care.

laser-tap

OPTICAL PICK-UP FLEXIBLE BOARD

•In performing the repair with the power supplied to the set, re- moving the MAIN board causes the set to be disabled.

In such a case, fix a convex part of the open/close detect switch (S806 on MAIN board) with a tape in advance.

Handle the FLEXIBLE board (over write head) with care, as it has been soldered directly to the MAIN board.

In repairing the component side of MAIN board, connect the FLEXIBLE board (over write head) and the MAIN board with the lead wires in advance.

FLEXIBLE board (over write head)

•IBM PC/AT or Compatible (The software does not run on Macintosh.)

CPU: MMX™ Pentium® 233 MHz or higher (Pentium® II 400 MHz or higher is recommended.)

Hard disk drive space: 60 MB or more (The amount of necessary space depends on the version of the Windows OS or the size of your audio files.)

RAM: 64 MB or higher (128 MB or higher is recommended for Windows® XP Home Edition/Windows® XP Professional.)

CD-ROM drive (capable of digital playback by WDM) Sound Board

USB port (supports USB 2.0 Full Speed (previously USB 1.1))

•Operating System: Windows® 98/Windows® 98 Second Edition/Windows® 2000 Professional/Windows® Me/Windows® XP Home Edition/Windows® XP Professional (manufacturer installed)

The NTFS format of Windows® 2000 Professional, Windows® XP Home Edition, or Windows® XP Professional (manufacturer-installed) is supported only when used with the standard (factory) settings.

This software is not supported by the following environments.

–Windows® 95, Windows® NT, or other versions of Windows® NT (such as Server)

–An environment that is an upgrade of the original manufacturer-installed operating system, as in the following examples:

Windows® 3.1/Windows® 95 t Windows® 98 (or Windows® 98 Second Edition/ Windows® Me)

Windows® Me/Windows® 2000 Professional t Windows® XP

–Multi-boot environment with Windows® 2000 (or Windows® XP) and Windows® 98 (or Windows® 98 Second Edition/Windows® Me)

•Display: High (16bit) Color or more (800 ⋅ 480 dot or more)

•Internet access: for Web registration and EMD services

•Internet access: for software upgrades and CDDB2 use. (US and Canadian models)

•Windows Media Player (version 7.0 or higher) installed for playing WMA files.

Notes

•Trouble-free operation is not assured within a multiple-monitor environment.

•We do not assure trouble-free operation for all computers satisfying the system requirements.

•Trouble-free operation is not guaranteed following the self-conducted upgrade of home-built PCs or operating systems.

•We do not assure trouble-free operation of the system suspend, sleep, or hibernation function on all computers.

•For details, refer to “Net MD Help” of the online help.

Note

The optical digital output connector (on computers provided with one) may be disabled during playback for the protection of copyrights.

Notes on using OpenMG Jukebox with Windows

2000/Windows XP

If your computer is Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Home Edition, or Windows XP Professional, please be aware of the following before instaling OpenMG Jukebox.

1With Windows 2000 Professional, you must log on as “Administrators” (or with the user name “Administrator”) to install OpenMG Jukebox.

2With Windows XP Home Edition or Windows XP Professional, you must log on with user name “Computer Administrator” to install OpenMG Jubebox. To check whether a user name has the attribute of “Computer Administrator” or not, go to [Control Panel] - [User Account].

upper panel assy

tape

S806

MAIN board

 

Notes on using OpenMG Jukebox with Windows XP/

Windows Me

If Windows XP/Windows Me is installed in your computer, and you perform the “System Restore” function of the Windows “System Tools,” the songs managed by OpenMG Jukebox may become corrupted and rendered unplayable.

Therefore, before executing “System Restore,” back up the songs using “OpenMG Jukebox Backup Tool” first.

Then, after the “System Restore” function is finished, restore the songs using “OpenMG Jukebox Backup Tool” to ensure the integrity and reliability of song playback.

For more information about backup, refer to the online Help for OpenMG Jukebox.

Note

When songs become unplayable by executing “System Restore,” an error dialog box may be displayed. In this case, follow the displayed messages.

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Contents Specifications 873-458-01MZ-N707 Table of Contents DisassemblyDiagrams Flexible Circuit Board RepairingSection Servicing Notes System requirementsLooking at the controls Section GeneralSection Disassembly Disassembly FlowCase Lower Upper Panel SectionLCD MODULE, Upper Panel SUB Assy Mechanism Deck MT-MZN707-177Main Board OP Service Assy LCX-5R Gear SA Screw M1.4Holder Assy Gear HA Section Test Mode Setting Method of Test ModeOperation in Setting the Test Mode Releasing the Test ModeConfiguration of Test Mode Manual ModeTransition Method in Manual Mode N u a lOverall Adjustment Mode SELF-DIAGNOSIS Result Display ModeSelf-Diagnosis Result Display Mode Setting Method 8 S 1 BReset the Error Display Code Description of Error Indication CodesSetting Method of Reset the Error Display Code Description of Indication HistorySound Skip Check Result Display Mode V rA t U l R s R y M p # # # # # # L a Y * * 0T O K * * 8 C O K * * 8Section Electrical Adjustments S N V C CS O K ? S e tC d G n * * 3 T F l g * * 7R e c 0 * * 7 R e c 1 * * 7P b 2 * * 7 P b 3 * * 7P b 4 * * 7 U m * * 8L P W M * * 7 Power Supply Manual AdjustmentH P W M * * 7 P w m L * * 7 P w m H * * 7C p w L * * 7 C p w H * * 7T T m p * * 0 S e rE f P w I t P wIC501 Main Board Component SideS y 1 S y * * 0S t Adjustment Method of CD and MO Overall Adjustment Mode CD and MO Overall Adjustment ItemsResume Clear Setting Method # # # S 0 0 0S C l r 0 Resume ClearPreparation Servicing NotesPre-check Rewriting the Patch DataMZ-N707 MZ-N707 Section Diagrams Block Diagram SERVO/USB SectionBlock Diagram Audio Section Block Diagram DISPLAY/KEY CONTROL/POWER Supply Section Lead Layouts Semiconductor Location Main Board Component SideIC902 Components identified by mark 0or dotted F1VM Schematic Diagram Main Board 3/4 See page 42 for Waveforms KCT Waveforms 22.7 ∝ sIC Block Diagrams IC301 AK5354VT-E2 IC302 TA2131FL ELIC501 SN761057A IC551 SC111258FCR2 IC601 XPC18A22AFCR2 IC901 XPC18A32FCR2 IC PIN Function Description DRAMVSS0 DVSS0DVDD0 SSB DataTrst VG CTLAout SEL REC OPR LEDVref MON Vbus DETWK DET REC KEYDavdd VreflAoutl VrefrDVSS3 DVDD3IFVDD3 IFVSS3Flashvdd FlashvssSection Exploded Views Upper PANEL, Case Lower SectionChassis Section MT-MZN707-177 Main board sectionMain Board Section 101 104 102 103301 353 Main Electrical Parts List SectionMain XPC18A22AFCR2 Resistor OPEN/CLOSE Detect EMI Filter Card Operating Instruction Revision History

MZ-N707 specifications

The Sony MZ-N707, released in the early 2000s, is a remarkable portable MiniDisc player that represents a significant leap forward in digital audio technology. Known for its compact size and impressive sound quality, the MZ-N707 quickly became a favorite among music enthusiasts during its heyday.

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The MZ-N707’s sleek and lightweight design is ideal for on-the-go listening, fitting comfortably in a pocket or bag. It boasts a clear LCD display that provides essential information such as track titles, playback time, and battery life, ensuring users stay informed while enjoying their music.

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In summary, the Sony MZ-N707 MiniDisc player features cutting-edge technology, portability, excellent battery life, and user-friendly options that appeal to audiophiles and casual listeners alike. Its legacy is a testament to Sony's commitment to innovation in portable audio solutions during the early 21st century. Whether for casual listening or serious music collection, the MZ-N707 remains a notable device in the history of digital audio.
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