Portable MiniDisc Player
Operating instructionsMode d’emploi (au dos)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.
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Pause | Pon the remote |
| control (Continuous |
| short beeps) |
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| resume play. |
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Find the | =or turn the |
beginning of | control to =on the |
the current | remote control once |
track | (Three short beeps) |
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Find the | (•+or turn the |
beginning of | control to (•+ |
the next track | on the remote control |
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zVarious ways of playback
Playing tracks repeatedlyB
You can play tracks repeatedly in three ways
—all repeat, single repeat, and shuffle repeat.
PLAY MODETo prevent the buttons from being accidentally operated when you carry the player, use this function.
HOLDHOLD
zPower sources
You can use the player on a dry battery, house current, or a
1 Insert one size AA (LR6) alkaline battery (not supplied) into the supplied battery case, and close the lid.
Close the lid securely by aligning the markings on the main unit and the lid.
MarkingszAdditional information
PrecautionsOn 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
•Do not break open the shutter.
•Do not place the cartridge where it will be subjected 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 |
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 controls are locked.bSlide HOLD against the arrow to unlock the controls.•Moisture has condensed inside the player.b Take the MD out and leave the |
MiniDisc digital audio system
Laser diode propertiesMaterial: 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
400 rpm to 900 rpm (CLV)
Error correctionAdvanced Cross Interleave Reed Solomon Code (ACIRC)
MZ-E44/E45
Sony Corporation ©1998 Printed in Japan
WARNING
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.
CautionThe use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.
Listening for many hours at maximum volume may damage your hearing.
To prevent electric shock, do not use this polarized AC plug with an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.
For the customers in the U.S.A.DISPOSAL OF NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE BATTERY.NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE BATTERY. DISPOSE OF PROPERLY.You can return your unwanted nickel metal hydride batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center.
Note: In some areas the disposal of nickel metal hydride batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited.
For the Sony Service Center nearest you call
Install the supplied rechargeable battery
Model for USA, Canada, continental | Tourist model and model for |
Europe, U.K., Australia and Hong Kong | other countries |
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The charger lamp goes off when charging is finished.2Insert the rechargeable battery.
1 Slide open the battery | 2 Insert the battery with |
compartment lid like the | correct polarity. |
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Go backwards | keep pressing |
while playing1) | =or keep the |
| control turned to |
| =on the remote |
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Go forward | keep pressing |
while playing1) | (•+or keep the |
| control turned to |
| (•+on the |
| remote control |
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Remove the | pand then slide |
MD | OPEN to open the |
| lid.2) |
Make sure the player is not locked. See “To lock the controls.”
For models supplied with the AC plug adaptorIf the battery charger does not fit the wall outlet, use the AC plug adaptor.
Display window while playing backTrack name3) or elapsed time of the track being playedPress PLAY MODE on the remote control while the player is playing an MD.
Each time you press PLAY MODE, the play mode indication changes as follows.
Play mode indication(none) (normal play) | Z |
All the tracks are played once.
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”f” (all repeat)All the tracks are played repeatedly.
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”f1” (single repeat)A single track is played repeatedly.
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”f SHUF” (shuffle repeat)All the tracks are played repeatedly in random order.
Tips on playbackTo know the track name and time CPress DISPLAY on the remote control while the player is playing an MD.
Slide the HOLD switch on the main unit in the direction of the cto lock the controls of the unit.
Slide the HOLD switch on the remote control in the direction of the cto lock the controls of the remote control.
To emphasize bass (DIGITAL MEGA BASS) EThe DIGITAL MEGA BASS function intensifies low frequency sound for richer quality audio reproduction.
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MEGABASS
Slide DIGITAL MEGA BASS.
Choose 1 (slight effect) or 2 (strong effect). To cancel the effect, set DIGITAL MEGA BASS to 0.
Noteº º
2 Attach the battery case to the player.
Turn toward LOCK.To release the battery case, turn toward RELEASE.When to replace or charge the batteriesYou can check the battery condition with the battery indication, which is displayed while using the player.
ºBattery power decreasing.
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bWeak batteries. Replace/recharge the batteries.
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•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 battery, rechargeable battery, or car battery cord). To remove the AC power adaptor from the wall outlet, grasp the adaptor plug itself; never pull the cord.
•Be sure to remove the rechargeable battery when using the AC power adaptor (AC- E15L). Failure to do so may deteriorate the performance of the rechargeable battery.
On rechargeable batteries•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.
•Remove the rechargeable battery when the unit is not to be used for a long time. Do not carry the rechargeable battery in your pocket or a bag, etc., with metallic objects such as key rings.
ejecting an MD. |
Incorrect battery usage may lead to leakage of battery fluid or bursting batteries. To prevent such accidents, observe the following precautions:
•Install batteries with the + and – poles aligned correctly.
•Do not try to recharge dry 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.
•Do not carry the dry battery in your pocket or a bag, etc., with metallic objects such as key rings. The terminals of the battery or the battery carrying case may heat up from a
The lid of the battery carrying case supplied with this player is designed to detach from the main unit when handled with great force. To reattach the lid to the main unit, follow the steps below:
ProjectionsSlotsplayer in a warm place for several |
hours until the moisture evaporates. |
•The player cannot read the disc (it’s scratched or dirty) (“ERROR” flashes on the remote control).
bReinsert or replace the disc. •While operating, the player received amechanical 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 on the remote control until “f“ disappears, then start playing.
An MD is not played from the first track.•Disc playing stopped before it came to the last track.44.1kHz
CodingAdaptive TRansform Acoustic Coding (ATRAC)
Modulation systemEFM (Eight to Fourteen Modulation)
Number of channels2 stereo channels
1 monaural channel
Frequency response20 to 20,000 Hz ± 3 dB
Wow and FlutterBelow measurable limit
OutputsHeadphones: stereo
Rechargeable battery (supplied)
Nickel metal hydride rechargeable battery
One LR6 (size AA) alkaline battery (not supplied) Sony AC Power Adaptor
supplied) connected to the DC IN 1.5 V jack
Battery operation timeSee “When to replace or charge the batteries”
DimensionsApprox. 87 ⋅ 17.8 ⋅ 91.5 mm (w/h/d)
(3 1/2 ⋅ 23/32 ⋅ 3 5/8 in.) not including projecting parts and controls
MassApprox. 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
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.
This mark is valid for Russia only.
”MD WALKMAN” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
For Customers in the United StatesInformation
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, used, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by returning your unwanted batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center for collection, recycling or proper disposal. Note: In some areas the disposal of nickel-
cadmium batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited.
For the Sony Service Center nearest you call
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking
3Insert an MD.
1 Slide OPEN and | 2 Insert an MD with the label facing up |
open the lid. | and press the lid down to close. |
4Play an MD.
3Press (•+ (turn the control to (•+on the remote control).1)If you press =or (•+during pause, the player will resume playback. If you keep pressing =or (•+during pause (keep the control turned to =or (•+on the remote control), you can fast forward/rewind without listening to the playback sound.
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.
Tips•The OPERATE lamp will light up on the main unit during playback. It will go off when pis pressed.
•The display on the remote control will disappear after a few seconds after you have pressed p.
Note
Do not slide OPEN during playback. If you do, the lid opens and playback will stop.
When using optional headphonesUse the headphones that have stereo- miniplug. You cannot use other types of headphones (microplug).
Each time you press DISPLAY, the display changes as follows.
DISPLAYElapsed timeZ
Track number..
Track name.
Track number
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Disc nameIf the sound becomes distorted when emphasizing bass, turn down the volume.
To protect your hearing (AVLS) FThe AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) function keeps down the maximum volume to protect your ears.
LIMIT
NORM
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.
Using the hand strap GAttach the hand strap as shown in the illustration below.
nThe batteries have gone out. “LoBATT” flashes in the display of the remote control, and the power goes off.
Battery life*Batteries | Playback |
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One LR6 (size AA) | Approx. 8.5 hours |
alkaline battery |
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One LR6 (size AA) | Approx. 16 hours |
alkaline battery and a |
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*The battery life may be shorter due to operating conditions and the temperature of the location.
Using on house current IBefore using the player, remove the rechargeable battery if it is installed.
1 Attach the supplied battery case to the player.
2 Connect the
•Do not
•When carrying the player in a bag, be sure to put it in the supplied carrying pouch.
On heat•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, moisture or vibration.
•Never wrap the player in anything when it is being used with the AC power adaptor. Heat
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
1Place the lid so that the projections on the lid are aligned with the slots on the main unit.
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2Fit the projection one by one in to the slot as shown in the illustration.
Note on mechanical noiseThe 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.
b Press =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. |
•Strong magnetism from a television or such device is interfering with operation.
bMove the player away from the source of strong magnetism.The rechargeable battery does not start charging (in case of a charger with a lid).
•The lid of the battery charger is not closed properly.bClose the lid and slide the lock.No sound comes through the 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 REMOTE/2jack.
Battery Charger (1) Rechargeable battery (1) Rechargeable battery carrying case (1) Headphones with a remote control (1) Dry battery case (1)
Handstrap (1) Carrying pouch (1)
LR6 (size AA) alkaline battery (1) (Tourist model only)
Optional accessoriesNickel metal hydride rechargeable battery
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 REMOTE/2on the main unit or to a remote control, use only headphones with stereo mini plugs.
stereo mini plugsequipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one more of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
For Customers in AustraliaIf the supply cord of the AC power adaptor is damaged, the AC power adaptor must be returned to the manufacturer or his agent for the
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.
•Hold and operate the main unit with just one hand with the new button layout.
•Low
•Shuttle dial remote control with backlighted 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.
•Hand strap attachable.
You can check the volume in the display of the remote control.
VOL +/–1Connect the headphones to the remote control. Plug it in firmly all the way.To stop play, press p.The player starts to play the first track.
When using the remote control, a short beep sounds in the headphones. The OPERATE lamp on the main unit will light up.
OPERATE lampVOLUME +/–p
2Connect the headphones with remote control to REMOTE/2.Note
Disc and track names appear only with MDs that have been electronically labeled.
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Use only the supplied hand strap.
the player.
3 Connect the AC power adaptor to a wall outlet.
to wall outletto DC IN 1.5 VNote
The battery indication mark is displayed when the AC power adaptor is being used.
extreme caution or discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations.
Preventing hearing damageAvoid 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 othersKeep the volume at a moderate level. This will allow you to hear outside sounds and to be considerate of the people around you.
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.
cord to be replaced.
When using the remote control, a short beep sounds in the headphones. The OPERATE lamp on the main unit will go off. The display on the remote control will disappear after a while.