Sony MZ-R50 manual

3-861-298- 22 (1) Portable MiniDisc Recor der Operating instructions MZ-R50  1997 by Sony Corporation[...]

2 You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. The built-in battery should be replaced by qualified personnel only. For Customers in Australia If the supply cord of AC power adaptor is damaged, the AC power adaptor must be returned to the manufacturer [...]

3 Welcome! Welcome to the world of the MiniDisc! Here are some of the capabilities and features you'll discover with the new MiniDisc Recorder. • Shock-resistant memory — Offsets up to 40 seconds of optical read errors. • Easy operation with the new remote control — Keep the main unit in your pocket and operate the MiniDisc player thro[...]

4 T able of Contents Recording an MD right away! .................................. 6 Playing an MD right away! ....................................... 8 Various ways of recording ...................................... 10 Two ways of connecting to a sound source ......................................... 10 Recording with digital input .............[...]

5 Editing recorded tracks ........................................... 21 Erasing tracks ........................................................................................... 21 To erase a track .................................................................................... 21 To erase the whole disc ......................................[...]

6 Make connections. Insert a r ecordable MD . Recording an MD right away! Sound from CD players, cassettecorders, etc., will be sent analogically, but recorded digitally, in stereo. To record from a digital source, see “Recording with digital input” (page 11). 1 Slide OPEN and open the lid. 2 Insert a recordable MD with the label side facing up[...]

7 Record an MD . 3 1 Press and slide REC to the right . “REC” lights up and recording starts. 2 Play the CD or tape you want to record. To stop recording, press p . “Data Save“ or ”Toc Edit” flashes while data of the recording (the track’s start and end points, etc.) is being recorded. Do not move or jog the recorder or disconnect the[...]

8 Playing an MD right away! To use the recorder on a rechargeable battery or dry batteries, see “Power Sources“ (pages 25, 26). Make connections. Insert an MD . 2 Insert an MD with the label side facing up, and press the lid down to close. 1 Slide OPEN and open the lid. to a wall outlet 1 AC power adaptor (supplied) to DC IN 6V to 2 /REMOTE Hea[...]

9 Play an MD . 3 To Pause Find the beginning of the current track Find the beginning of the next track Go backwards while playing 1) Go forward while playing 1) Remove the MD Press (Beeps in the headphones) P (Continuous short beeps) Press P again to resume play. = once (Turn the control to = on the remote control) (Three short beeps) + once (Turn [...]

10 Two ways of connecting to a sound source The input jack of this recorder works as both digital and analog input jacks. Connect the recorder to a CD player or a cassette recorder using either digital input or analog input. To record, see “Recording with digital input” (page 11) to record using digital input, and “Recording an MD right away![...]

11 To start/stop recording in sync with the source player (Synchro-recording) You can easily make digital recordings of a digital source on an MD. Before synchro-recording, make connections to the digital source with a digital cable, and insert a recordable MD. 1 Slide SYNCHRO REC to ON. “SYNC” appears in the display. 2 Press and slide REC to t[...]

12 Recording from a microphone Connect a stereo microphone (ECM-717, ECM-MS907, ECM-MS957, etc.; not supplied) to the MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack. 1 Select the sensitivity with MIC SENS (at the bottom of the recorder) . Usually, set it to HIGH. When recording loud sounds such as a live concert, set it to LOW. 2 Insert a recordable MD and start recordi[...]

13 MODE P Recording in monaural for double the normal recording time For longer recordings, choose to record in monaural. The recording time becomes double the normal. 1 While pressing P , press and slide REC to the right. The recorder stands by for recording. 2 Press MODE. ”Mono REC” appears in the display, and the recorder switches to monaura[...]

14 Checking the remaining time or the recording position On the recorder 1 Press DISPLAY while recording or in stop mode. Each time you press the button, the display changes as follows. B A B Track number Track number Current date 1) A Elapsed time Remaining time for recording Current time 1) While recording 1) Appears only when the clock is set. D[...]

15 1) Appears only if the track has been labeled. 2) Appears only when the clock is set. In stop mode B Track number Track name 1) Disc name 1) Current date 2) A Elapsed time Remaining time for recording Remaining time after the current location Current time 2) To know the recording condition The REC indicator lights up or flashes according to the [...]

16 Setting the clock to stamp the recorded time To stamp the date and time on the MD when you record, you first need to set the clock. 1 Connect the power source. Use the supplied AC power adaptor. 2 Press CLOCK SET at the bottom of the recorder. Use a pointed object. The digits of the year flash. 3 Change the current year by pressing = or + . To c[...]

17 z Various ways of playback Selecting the track number or track name directly You can select the desired track directly by using the vertical jog dial. 1 Rotate the jog dial to select a track, and press it to play the selected track. When you rotate the jog dial, the track name* appears in the display. To play the selected track, press the jog di[...]

18 BASS Emphasizing bass (DIGITAL MEGA BASS) Mega Bass function intensifies low frequency sound for richer quality audio reproduction. It affects only the sound from the headphones. 1 Press DIGITAL MEGA BASS. Each time you press DIGITAL MEGA BASS, the Mega Bass indication changes as follows. Protecting your hearing (AVLS) The AVLS (Automatic Volume[...]

19 Checking the remaining time or the playing position On the recorder DISPLAY Position pointer (shows the current location on the MD) A B 1) Appears only if the track has been labeled. 2) Appears only when the clock is set. A Elapsed time Remaining time of the current track Remaining time after the current location Recorded time 2) B Track number [...]

20 Locking the controls (HOLD) To prevent the buttons from being accidentally operated when you carry the recorder, use this function. 1 Slide HOLD in the direction of the c . On the recorder, slide HOLD to lock the controls of the recorder. On the remote control, slide HOLD to lock the controls of the remote control. Slide HOLD in the opposite dir[...]

21 z Editing recorded tracks You can edit your recordings by adding/ erasing track marks or labeling tracks and MDs. Premastered MDs cannot be edited. Notes on editing •Do not move or jog the recorder while “Toc Edit”* is flashing in the display. •You cannot edit tracks on an MD that is record-protected. Before editing tracks, close the tab[...]

22 Erasing a track mark When you record with analog (line) input, unnecessary track marks may be recorded where recording level is low. You can erase a track mark to combine the tracks before and after the track mark. The track numbers will change as follows. 1 While playing the track with the track mark you want to erase, press P to pause. 2 Find [...]

23 Labeling recordings You can label the MDs and tracks you recorded with letters, numbers, and marks. Each label can be made up of up to 200 characters, and each MD can hold up to 1700 characters. 1 To label a track , play the track you want to label. To label an MD, insert the recordable MD you want to label. If an MD is already inserted, press p[...]

24 Press ( = / + END SEARCH ERASE p To Switch between capital letters, small letters, and marks/numbers. Move the cursor to the left or right. Insert a space. Delete a character. Cancel labeling. 4 Repeat step 3 until you have entered all the characters for the label. 5 Press TITLE/ENTER. Labeling is completed. To cancel labeling, press p . Availab[...]

25 z Power sources z Power sources You can use the recorder on house current or as follows. In the recorder … – a lithium ion rechargeable battery (supplied) With supplied battery case … – dry batteries (not supplied) It is preferable to use the recorder on house current when recording for a long time. Battery indication appears in the disp[...]

26 Using dry batteries 1 Attach the supplied battery case. 2 Insert two LR6 (size AA) dry batteries (not supplied). Battery life 1) Batteries LIP-8 lithium ion rechargeable battery Two LR6 (size AA) Sony alkaline dry batteries LIP-8 + Two LR6 (size AA) Playback Approx. 7 hours Approx. 12 hours Approx. 22 hours 1) The battery life may be shorter due[...]

27 Precautions On safety Do not put any foreign objects in the DC IN 6 V jack. On power sources • Use house current, lithium ion rechargeable battery, two LR6 (size AA) batteries, or car battery. • For use in your house: Use the AC power adaptor supplied with this recorder. Do not use any other AC power adaptor since it may cause the recorder t[...]

28 Notes on 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 install new and used batteries or different kinds of batteries together. • Do not try to recharge dry batteri[...]

29 Troubleshooting Should any problem persist after you have made these checks, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Symptom The recorder does not work or works poorly. No sound comes through the headphones. Cause/Solution • Audio sources may not be securely connected. b Disconnect the audio sources once and connect them again (pages 6,11). • Mois[...]

30 Cause/Solution • Disc playing stopped before it came to the last track. b Press = repeatedly or open and close the lid once to go back to the beginning of the disc, and restart playing after checking the track number in the display. • The recorder is placed where it receives continuous vibration. b Put the recorder on a stable place. • A v[...]

31 System limitations The recording system in your MiniDisc recorder is radically different from those used in cassette and DAT decks and is characterized by the limitations described below. Note, however, that these limitations are due to the inherent nature of the MD recording system itself and not to mechanical causes. Cause When 254 tracks have[...]

32 Messages If the following error messages flash in the display window, check the chart below. Error message BLANK DISC DISC ERR DISC FULL Data Save Toc Edit BUSY NAME FULL Hi DC in HOLD LOW BATT MEM OVER Meaning/Remedy • An MD with no recording on it is inserted. b Insert a recorded MD. • The recorder cannot read the disc (it's scratched[...]

33 Error message NO COPY NO DISC NO SIGNAL Meaning/Remedy • You tried to make a copy from a disc that is protected by the Serial Copy Management System. You cannot make copies from a digitally connected source which was itself recorded using digital connection. b Use analog connection instead (page 6). • You tried to play or record with no disc[...]

34 Specifications System Audio playing system MiniDisc digital audio system Laser diode properties Material: GaAlAs Wavelength: λ = 780 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 lens surface on the optical pick-up block with 7 mm aperture.) Recording and pl[...]

35 Optional accessories Lithium ion rechargeable battery LIP-8 Optical Cable POC-151HG, POC-152HG, POC-MZ1, POC-MZ2, POC-15B, POC-15AB, POC- DA12SP Line Cable RK-G129, RK-G136 Car Connecting Pack CPA-9 Car Battery Cord DCC-E260 Stereo Microphones ECM-717, ECM-MS907, ECM-MS957 Stereo Headphones* MDR-series Active Speakers SRS-A41, SRS-A91 Recordable[...]

36 User TOC Area Music Data How the MiniDisc got so small The 2.5-inch MiniDisc, encased in a plastic cartridge that looks like a 3.5-inch diskette (see illustration above), uses a new digital audio compression technology called ATRAC (Adaptive TRansform Acoustic Coding). To store more sound in less space, ATRAC extracts and encodes only those freq[...]

37 Looking at the controls See pages in ( ) for more details. The recorder 1 Battery compartment (at the bottom) (25) 2 MODE button (17) 3 DISPLAY button (14, 19) 4 CLOCK SET button (at the bottom) (16) 5 MIC SENS switch (at the bottom) (12) 6 AVLS switch (at the bottom) (18) 7 DC IN 6V jack (at the rear) (6) 8 Display window (14, 19) 9 SYNCHRO REC[...]

38 1 SHUF DATE REMAIN MONO SYNC AM PM REC BASS 1 Position pointer (14, 19) Shows the current location on the MD. The point under recording or playing flashes. The recorded portion lights up. 2 MONO (monaural) indication 3 Play mode indication Shows the play mode of the MD. 4 Disc indication Shows that the disc is rotating for recording, playing or [...]

39 The headphones with a remote control 1 Headphones Can be replaced with optional headphones. 2 Stereo mini-plug 3 p (stop) button (7,9) 4 Control (9) To play, turn to ( • + during stop. Turn to ( • + during play to search the beginning of the succeeding track; hold in this position to fast-forward. Turn to = during play to search the beginnin[...]

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