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Portable MiniDisc Player

Operating instructionsMode d’emploi (au dos)
MZ-E35

Sony Corporation ©1998 Printed in Japan

WARNINGWelcome!

Playing an MD right away! A

Before using the supplied rechargeable battery for the first time, charge it. Other choices are dry batteries and house current (see “Power sources”). The player automatically switches to play the stereo or monaural sound according to the recorded sound.

1Charge the rechargeable battery.

Install the supplied rechargeable battery NH-9WM(N) to the supplied battery charger with correct polarity, and connect to a wall outlet.

The charger lamp goes off when the chargings has finished.
• European model• Other countries model
(Full charging takes 60 minutes.)(Full charging takes 120 minutes.)
lamp

 

To

Press (Beeps in the

 

headphones)

 

 

PausePon the remote

 

control (Continuous

 

short beeps)

 

Press Pagain to

 

resume play.

 

 

Find the=or turn the
beginning ofcontrol to =on the
the currentremote control once
track(Three short beeps)

 

 

Find the

+or turn the

beginning of

control to (•+
the next trackon the remote control

 

once (Two short

 

beeps)

 

 

Go backwardskeep pressing
while playing1)=or keep the

 

control turned to

 

=on the remote

 

control

 

 

Go forward

keep pressing

while playing1)

+or keep the

 

control turned to

 

(•+on the

 

remote control
zVarious ways of playback
Playing tracks repeatedly

B

You can play tracks repeatedly in three ways- -all repeat, single repeat, and shuffle repeat.

PLAY MODE

PLAY MODE

Press PLAY MODE while the player is playing an MD.

Each time you press PLAY MODE, the play mode indication changes as follows.

To lock the controls D

To prevent the buttons from being accidentally operated when you carry the player, use this function.

Hold cover HOLD

Slide the Hold cover on the player to cover the control buttons.

On the remote control, slide HOLD in the direction of the cto lock the controls.

To emphasize bass (DIGITAL MEGA BASS) E

The DIGITAL MEGA BASS function

zPower sources

You can use the player on a dry battery, house current, or a Ni-MH rechargeable battery.

Using on a dry battery G

1 Insert one size AA (LR6) alkaline battery (not supplied) into the supplied battery case, and close the lid.

2 Attach the battery case to the player.

zAdditional information
Precautions
On safety

•Do not put any foreign objects in the DC IN 1.5 V jack.

On power sources

•For use in your house: Use the AC power adaptor AC-E15L (not supplied). Do not use any other AC power adaptor since it may cause the player to malfunction.

Polarity of the plug

• The player is not disconnected from the AC

power source (mains) as long as it is

connected to the wall outlet, even if the

player itself has been turned off.

• If you are not going to use this player for a

long time, be sure to disconnect the power

supply (AC power adaptor, dry batteries,

rechargeable batteries, or car battery cord).

To remove the AC power adaptor from the

wall outlet, grasp the adaptor plug itself;

Notes on the batteries

Incorrect battery usage may lead to leakage of battery fluid or bursting batteries. To prevent such accidents, observe the following precautions:

•Install the + and – poles of the batteries correctly.

•Do not try to recharge the batteries.

•When the player is not to be used for a long time, be sure to remove the batteries.

•If a battery leak should develop, carefully and thoroughly wipe away battery fluid from the battery compartment before inserting new ones.

Note on mechanical noise

The player gives out mechanical noise while operating, which is caused by the power- saving system of the player and it is not a trouble.

If you have any questions or problems concerning your player, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Troubleshooting

Should any problem persist after you have made these checks, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

The player does not work or works poorly.•You tried to play with no disc in the player (“No DISC” flashes).bInsert an MD.•The remote control is locked.bSlide HOLD against the arrow to unlock the remote control.•Moisture has condensed inside the player.

bTake the MD out and leave the player in a warm place for several hours until the moisture evaporates.

•The rechargeable battery or dry battery is weak (n“LoBATT” flashes).bReplace the dry battery or recharge the battery.•The rechargeable battery or dry battery have been installed incorrectly.bInstall the battery correctly. •An MD with no recording on it isinserted (“BLANK” flashes).bInsert a recorded MD.
Specifications
SystemAudio playing system

MiniDisc digital audio system

Laser diode properties

Material: GaAlAs

Wavelength: λ = 790 nm

Emission duration: continuous

Laser output: less than 44.6 µW*

*This output is the value measured at a distance of 200 mm from the objective lens surface on the optical pick-up block with 7 mm aperture.

Revolutions

400 rpm to 900 rpm (CLV)

Error correction

Advanced Cross Interleave Reed Solomon Code (ACIRC)

Sampling frequency

44.1 kHz

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

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

Caution

The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.

Listening for many hours at maximum volume may damage your hearing.

Welcome to the world of the MiniDisc! Here are some of the capabilities and features you'll discover with the new MiniDisc Player.

•Small body almost the size of a MiniDisc jacket – Ideal weight and size; fits in your shirt pocket.

•Low power-consumption design enables long playback with a single “chewing-gum type” rechargeable battery.

•Shuttle dial remote control with LCD – Keep the main unit in your pocket and operate the MiniDisc player through the shuttle dial on the remote control; The LCD displays track information, playback mode as well as battery condition.

lamp
NH-9WM(N)

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(supplied)

 

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NH-9WM(N)

 

 

(supplied)

2Insert the rechargeable battery.
1 Slide open the battery2 Insert the battery with
compartment lid like thecorrect polarity.
arrow in the illustration.

 

Remove thepand then OPEN

MD

and open the lid.2)
If the play does not start

Make sure the player is not locked. See “To lock the controls.”

For models supplied with the AC plug adaptor

If the battery charger does not fit the wall outlet, use the AC plug adaptor.

Display window while playing back

•Display window on the remote control

Track name3) or elapsed time of the track being played
Play mode indication
(none) (normal play)

Z

All the tracks are played once.

.

”f” (all repeat)

All the tracks are played repeatedly.

.

”f1” (single repeat)

A single track is played repeatedly.

.

”f SHUF” (shuffle repeat)

All the tracks are played repeatedly in random order.

intensifies low frequency sound for richer quality audio reproduction.

DIGITAL MEGA BASS

Slide DIGITAL MEGA BASS.

Choose 1 (slight effect) or 2 (strong effect). To cancel the effect, set DIGITAL MEGA BASS to 0.

Note

If the sound becomes distorted when emphasizing bass, turn down the volume.

Turn to LOCK side. To release the battery case, turn to RELEASE.When to replace or charge the batteries

You can check the battery condition with the battery indication displayed while using the player.

BUsed batteries

v

bWeak batteries. Replace all the batteries

v

n The batteries have gone out.“LoBATT”

never pull the cord.

On charging

•Be sure to use the supplied battery charger.

•Charging time may vary depending on the battery condition.

•When you use the battery for the first time or after a long period of disuse, the battery life may be shorter. In this case, charge and discharge the battery several times. The battery life will be restored.

•If the rechargeable battery capacity becomes half the normal life, replace it with a new one.

On heat build-up

•Heat may build up in the player if it is used for an extended period of time. In this case, leave the player to cool down.

On installation

• Never use the player where it will be

subjected to extremes of light, temperature,

•The player cannot read the disc (it’s scratched or dirty) (“Err” on the player or “ERROR” on the remote control flashes).

bReinsert or replace the disc. •While operating, the player received a

mechanical shock, too much static, abnormal power voltage caused by lightning, etc.

bRestart the operation as follows.1 Disconnect all the power sources.2 Leave the player for about 30 seconds.3 Connect the power source.The MD is not played normally.•The player is set to the repeat mode (“f“ is displayed).bPress PLAY MODE repeatedly until “f“ disappears, then start playing.An MD is not played from the first track.
Outputs

Headphones: stereo mini-jack, maximum output

level 5 mW + 5 mW, load impedance 16 ohm

GeneralPower requirements

Nickel metal hydride rechargeable battery NH-9WM (supplied)

One LR6 (size AA) battery (not supplied) Sony AC Power Adaptor AC-E15L 1) (not supplied) connected at the DC IN 1.5 V jack

Battery operation time

See “When to replace or charge the batteries”

Dimensions

Approx. 82.5 ⋅ 19.1 ⋅ 80 mm (w/h/d)

(3 1/4 ⋅ 25/32 ⋅ 3 1/4 in.) not including projecting parts and controls

Mass

Approx. 115 g (4.1 oz.) the player only Approx. 155 g (5.5 oz.) incl. a premastered MD and a nickel metal hydride rechargeable battery NH-9WM

Supplied accessories

Battery Charger (1)

Information

IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE, OR LOSSES OR EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY DEFECTIVE PRODUCT OR THE USE OF ANY PRODUCT.

"MD WALKMAN" is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

3Insert an MD.
1 Press OPEN and2 Insert an MD with the label facing up
open the lid.and press the lid down to close.
Track number

•Display window on the player

Track number

1)To go backwards or forward quickly without listening, press Pand keep pressing =or +(on the remote control, keep the control turned).

2)Once you open the lid, the point to start play will change to the beginning of the first track.

3)Appears only with MDs that have been electronically labeled.

Note

Do not press OPEN during playback. If you do, the lid opens and playback will stop.

When using optional headphones

Use the headphones that have stereo- miniplug. You cannot use other types of

Tips on playback
To know the track name and time C

Press DISPLAY on the remote control while the player is playing an MD.

Each time you press DISPLAY, the display changes as follows.

DISPLAYElapsed time

Z

Track number

.

Track name
To protect your hearing (AVLS) F

The AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) function keeps down the maximum volume to protect your ears.

AVLS

Set AVLS to LIMIT.

The volume is kept at a moderate level, even if you try to turn the volume above the limited level.

flashes in the display of the remote

control, and the power goes off.

Battery life*
BatteriesPlayback

 

 

Ni-MHApprox. 4.5 hours
rechargeable

 

battery (NH-9WM (N))

 

 

 

One LR6 (size AA)Approx. 6 hours
alkaline battery

 

 

 

One size AA(LR6)

 

alkaline battery

 

and a Ni-MHApprox. 11 hours

rechargeable

 

battery (NH-

 

9WM(N))

 

 

 

*The battery life may be shorter due to operating conditions and the temperature of the location.

Using on house current H

Before using the player, remove the rechargeable battery if it is installed.

moisture or vibration.

• Never wrap the player in anything when it

is being used with the AC power adaptor.

Heat build-up in the player may cause

malfunction or injury.

On the headphonesRoad safety

Do not use headphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas. It can also be potentially dangerous to play your player at high volume while walking, especially at pedestrian crossings. You should exercise extreme caution or discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations.

Preventing hearing damage

Avoid using headphones at high volume. Hearing experts advise against continuous, loud and extended play. If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce the volume or discontinue use.

Caring for others

Keep the volume at a moderate level. This will allow you to hear outside sounds and to be considerate of the people around you.

On the MiniDisc cartridge

• Do not break open the shutter.

•Disc playing stopped before it came to the last track.

bPress =repeatedly or eject and reinsert the MD once to go back to the beginning of the disc, and restart playing after checking the track number in the display.

Playback sound skips.•The player is placed where it receives continuous vibration.bPut the player on a stable place.A very short track may cause sound to skip.Sound has a lot of static.

•Strong magnetism from a television or such device is interfering with operation.

bMove the player away from the source of strong magnetism.

Charging the rechargeable battery does not start. (in case of the charger with a lid)

•The lid of the battery charger is not closed properly.bClose the lid and slide the switch on it.No sound comes through the

Rechargeable battery (1) Rechargeable battery carrying case (1) Headphones with a remote control (1) Dry battery case (1)

Carrying pouch (1) Ear pad (2)

Optional accessories

AC-E15L AC power adaptor 1)

Nickel metal hydride rechargeable battery NH-9WM

MDR-series Stereo headphones 2) SRS-A41 Sony Active Speakers CK-MD4 MiniDisc Carrying Case CK-MD10 MiniDisc Filing Box

1)The operative voltage for the AC power adaptor varies depending upon the country in which it is sold. Therefore, purchase the AC power adaptor in the country you intend to use it.

2)Whether you should plug the headphones directly to 2/REMOTE on the main unit or to a remote control, use only headphones with stereo mini plugs.

stereo mini plugs
4Play an MD.
3Press ((turn the control to(•+on the remote control).

The player starts to play the first track. If you use the remote control, a short beep sounds in the headphones.

VOL +/–

p

Hold cover

VOL +/–

headphones (microplug).

Track number

.

Disc nameNumber of the track recorded on the MD.

Note

Disc and track names appear only with MDs that have been electronically labeled.

1 Attach the supplied battery case to the player.

2 Connect the AC-E15L AC power adaptor (not supplied) to the DC IN 1.5V jack of the player.

3 Connect the AC power adaptor to a wall outlet.

to wall outlet

• Do not place the cartridge where it will be

subject to light, temperature, moisture or

dust.

On cleaning

•Clean the player casing with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water or a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzene as it may mar the finish of the casing.

•Wipe the disc cartridge with a dry cloth to remove dirt.

•Dust on the lens may prevent the unit from operating properly. Be sure to close the disc compartment lid after inserting or ejecting an MD.

headphones.•The headphones plug is not firmly connected.

bConnect the headphones plug firmly to the remote control. Then connect the remote control plug firmly to the 2/REMOTE jack.

•Volume is too low.bAdjust the volume by pressing VOL +/– .•AVLS is on.bSlide AVLS to NORM.

Your dealer may not handle some of the above listed accessories. Please ask the dealer for detailed information about the accessories in your country.

US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

4 Press VOL +/– to2 Connect the headphones with
adjust theremote control to 2/REMOTE.
volume.1 Connect the headphones to

You can check the

the remote control. Connect

volume in the

display of the

it firmly all the way.

remote control.

 

 

To stop play, press p.
to DC IN 1.5 V

Note

The battery indication ıis displayed while using the AC power adaptor.

If you use the remote control, a short beep sounds in the headphones.