Portable MiniDisc Player
Operating instructionsMode d’emploi (au dos)MZ-E60 TM
Sony Corporation © 2000 Printed in Malaysia
Playing an MD right away!
Stereo or monaural playback is automatically selected, depending on the sound source.
1Insert the dry battery.
Use one LR6 (size AA) dry battery (not supplied) to power the player. For longer playback, an alkaline battery is recommended.
1 Slide and open the battery | 2 Insert the battery. |
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To | Do this (Beeps in the |
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Pause | Press X on the remote |
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| short beeps) |
| Press X on the remote |
| control again to |
| resume play.*1 |
Find the | Press .once. |
beginning of | Press the control |
the current | towards . on the |
track | remote control. (Three |
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Find the | Press . repeatedly. |
beginning of | Press the control |
the previous | towards . on the |
tracks | remote control |
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Find the | Press > N once. |
| Press the control |
BVarious ways of playback
Playing tracks repeatedlyYou can play tracks repeatedly in three ways
—all repeat, single repeat, and shuffle repeat.
PLAYMODEPress PLAYMODE while the player is playing an MD.
Each time you press PLAYMODE, the play mode indication changes as follows.
Play mode indication(none) (normal play)All the tracks are played once. | b |
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To prevent the buttons from being accidentally operated when you carry the player, use this function.
HOLDHOLD
Slide HOLD on the player in the direction of the . to lock the controls of the unit. Slide HOLD on the remote control in the direction of the . to lock the controls of the remote control.
To emphasize bassBAdditional information
PrecautionsOn heatHeat 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 installationNever use the player where it will be subjected to extremes of light, temperature, moisture or vibration.
On the headphonesRoad safetyDo 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.
•Do not touch the internal disc directly. Forcing the shutter open may damage the internal disc.
•Do not place the cartridge where it will be subjected to light, temperature, moisture or dust.
On mechanical noiseThe player gives out mechanical noise while operating, which is caused by the power- saving system of the player. This is not a malfunction.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your player, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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 on the remote control).
bInsert an MD.•The hold function is activated and the controls are locked. (If you press any of the operation buttons on the player, “HOLD” flashes on the remote control.)
bSlide HOLD against the direction of the arrow to release the hold function.•Moisture has condensed inside the player.bTake the MD out and leave the player’s lid open for several hours until the moisture evaporates.
•The dry battery is weak (“LOW BATT” flashes on the remote control).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
800 rpm to 1,800 rpm
Error correctionAdvanced Cross Interleave Reed Solomon Code (ACIRC)
Sampling frequency44.1 kHz |
Coding |
Adaptive TRansform Acoustic Coding (ATRAC) |
Modulation system |
EFM (Eight to Fourteen Modulation) |
Number of channels |
2 stereo channels |
1 monaural channel |
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.
InformationIN 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.
For customers in the United StatesOwner’s RecordThe model number is located at the bottom and the near the display and the serial number is located on the floor of the disc compartment of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No.
Information
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, uses, 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 equipment 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 or more of the following measures:
—Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
—Increase the separation between the equipment and 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.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.
Welcome!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 jacketIdeal weight and size; fits in your shirt pocket.
•SimpleA single press of a switch on the side of the player causes the player lid to open and the MiniDisc to eject.
•Keep the main unit in your pocket and operate the MiniDisc player through the “slim stick” remote control. The LCD displays disc and track information, playback mode as well as battery condition.
•LowYou can check the battery condition with the battery indication which is displayed while using the player.
tBattery power decreasing
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rWeak battery
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eThe battery has gone out. “LOW BATT” flashes in the display on the remote control, and the power goes off.
Battery lifeApproximately 12 hours of playback can be expected with one LR6 (size AA) alkaline battery (not supplied).
NoteThe battery life may shorter depending on operating conditions and temperature of the location.
2Insert an MD.
1 Press OPEN. | 2 Insert an MD and press the lid to close. |
3Play an MD.
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Plug it in firmly all the way.
2Connect the headphones with the remote control to the i jack.3Press > N or . (or press the control towards N/> or . on the remote control).The OPERATE lamp on the player lights up and the player starts to play the first track. When using the remote control, a short beep sounds in the headphones.
4Press VOL +/– to adjust the volume.The volume indicator appears on the remote control to allow you to check the volume.
To stop play, press x.beginning of | towards N/> on |
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Go backwards | Hold down .. |
while | Press and hold the |
playing*1 | control towards . |
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Go forward | Hold down > N. |
while | Press and hold the |
playing*1 | control towards |
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Remove the | Press x, and then |
MD | press OPEN.*2 |
Make sure the player is not locked. For details, see “To lock the controls (HOLD)”.
Display window while playing backFor details, see “To know the track name and time”.
Track name*3 or elapsed time of the track being playedTrack numberTips•The OPERATE lamp on the player lights up during playback. When you press x, the lamp goes off.
•The display on the remote control disappears after a while after you have pressed x.
Note
Do not press OPEN during playback. If you do, the lid opens and playback stops.
When using optional headphonesUse headphones with a
*1 When you press . or > N on the player during pause (X), the player resumes playback.
If you hold down . or > N on the player (or press and hold the control towards . or N/> on the remote control) during pause (X), you can fast forward/rewind without listening to the playback sound.
*2 Once you open the lid, the point to start playback will change to the beginning of the first track.
*3 Appears only with MDs that have been electronically labeled.
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“” (all repeat)All the tracks are played repeatedly.
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“” (single repeat)A single track is played repeatedly.
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“” (shuffle repeat)All the tracks are played repeatedly in random order.
Tips on playbackTo know the track name and timePress DISPLAY on the remote control while the player is playing an MD.
Each time you press DISPLAY, the display changes as follows.
DISPLAYElapsed timeb
Track number
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Track nameTrack number
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Disc nameNumber of tracks recorded on the MDNote
Disc and track names appear only with MDs that have been electronically labeled.
The DIGITAL MEGABASS function intensifies low frequency sound for richer quality audio reproduction.
DIGITAL MEGABASS
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Set DIGITAL MEGABASS to 1 (weak) or 2 (strong).
To cancel the effect, set DIGITAL MEGABASS to 0.
Note
If the sound becomes distorted when emphasizing bass, turn down the volume.
To protect your hearing (AVLS)The AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) function keeps down the maximum volume to protect your ears.
AVLS
NORM LIMIT
Set AVLS to LIMIT.
The volume is kept at a moderate level, even if you try to turn the volume above the limited level.
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 othersKeep the volume at a moderate level. This will allow you to hear outside sounds and to be considerate of the people around you.
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.
On dry batteryIncorrect battery usage may lead to leakage of battery fluid or bursting battery. To prevent such accidents, observe the following precautions:
•Install the battery with the + and – poles aligned correctly.
•When the player is not to be used for a long time, be sure to remove the battery.
•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 may heat up from a
The lid of the battery compartment is designed to detach from the main unit when handeled with great force. To reattach the lid to the main unit, follow the steps below:
SlotsProjections1Place the lid so that the projections on the lid aligned with the slits on the main unit.
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2Fit the projection one by one into the slot as shown in the illustration.
•An MD with no recording on it is inserted (“BLANKDISC” flashes on the remote control).
bInsert a recorded MD.•The player cannot read the disc (it’s scratched or dirty) (“DISC ERR” 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 as follows.1Remove the battery from the battery compartment.2Leave the player for about 30 seconds.3Insert the battery into the battery compartmentThe MD is not played normally.•The player is set to the repeat mode (“ ” is displayed on the remote control).bPress PLAYMODE repeatedly until “ ” disappears, then start playing.An MD is not played from the first track.•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.
The DIGITAL MEGABASS does not function.•The DIGITAL MEGABASS switch is set to 0.bSet the switch to 1 or 2.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 toskip.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.No sound comes through the headphones.•The headphones plug is not firmly connected.bConnect the headphones plug firmly to the remote control.bConnect the headphones plug firmly to the i jack.•Volume is too low.bAdjust the volume by pressing VOLFrequency response |
20 to 20,000 Hz ± 3 dB |
Wow and Flutter |
Below measurable limit |
Outputs |
Headphones: stereo |
level 5 mW + 5 mW, load impedance 16 ohms |
One LR6 (size AA) battery (not supplied)
Battery operation timeSee “When to replace the battery”
DimensionsApprox. 81 ⋅ 25 ⋅ 74 mm (w/h/d)
(3 1/4 ⋅ 1 ⋅ 3 in.) not including projecting parts and controls
MassApprox. 95 g (3.4 oz.) the player only Approx. 136 g (4.8 oz.) incl. a premastered MD and a LR6 (size AA) alkaline battery.
Supplied accessoriesHeadphones with a remote control (1) Carrying pouch (1)
Optional accessories*Whether you should plug the headphones directly to the i jack on the main unit or to a remote control, use only headphones with stereo mini plugs.
stereo mini plugsYour 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.
The OPERATE lamp on the player goes off. The display on the remote control disappears after a while. When using the remote control, a long beep sounds in the headphones.