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Operating InstructionsMZ-RH1MZ-M2002-669-084-11 (2)Hi-MD Walkman®Portable MD RecorderMZ-RH1/MZ-M200.GB.2-669-084-11(2)© 2006 Sony Corporation“WALKMAN“

How to use the supplied ferrite coreThis recorder comes with ferrite cores for connection to the supplied remote, the optional stereo microphone and t

Optional accessories• Optical cable POC-15B, POC-15AB• Line cable RK-G129, RK-G136• Stereo microphones ECM-MS907, ECM-719• MDR-series Stereo Head

Guide to Parts and ControlsRecorderRemote12MZ-RH1/MZ-M200.GB.2-669-084-11(1)

 OPEN button ( pages 31, 39) LINE IN (OPT) jack ( page 37) MIC (PLUG IN POWER)* jack ( page 31)  (earphones)/LINE OUT jack ( pages 39, 59) R

Preparing a Power Source Charge the rechargeable battery before using it for the first time or when it is depleted.Operations can be done on the record

Charging the rechargeable battery by computer connection (USB bus power)You can charge the recorder’s rechargeable battery by connecting the recorder

Battery life1)This value varies depending on how the recorder is used.When recording/playing continuously in Hi-MD mode (Unit: approx. hours)When Di

The types of discs that you can useThis recorder supports the following discs:1 GB Hi-MD disc 60/74/80-minute standard discAbout the recorder operatio

Using the recorder with a computerWhat you can do through connection with a computer When using the supplied software• Transfer audio data between the

Installing the SonicStage/MD Simple Burner softwareSystem requirementsThe following system environment is required in order to use the SonicStage/MD S

WARNINGTo reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.Do not install the appliance in a confined space,

Installing SonicStage/MD Simple Burner onto your computerMake sure to install the driver for this recorder from the supplied CD-ROM. If SonicStage, Ne

Connecting the recorder to your computerConnect the recorder to your computer as follows.NoteWhen using Windows ME or Windows 98SE• If you connect th

When you unplug the USB cable from the computerBe sure to remove the recorder as follows. If not, damage to the data may occur.1 Make sure that the o

Using SonicStageImporting audio dataAudio data from an audio CD can be recorded and stored to My Library of SonicStage.If you want to automatically ob

Transferring audio data from your computer to the recorderAudio data stored in My Library of SonicStage can be transferred to the recorder.Transferred

Transferring audio data from the recorder to your computerAudio data that has been transferred from your computer and stored on an MD or recorded on t

Notes• When a disc used in Hi-MD mode is inserted in the recorder and the record-protect tab of the disc is open, audio data cannot be transferred to

Using MD Simple BurnerMD Simple Burner allows you to record music tracks from an audio CD in the CD drive of your computer to the recorder without sto

Recording by computer operations (Standard mode)1 Insert a disc into the recorder and connect the recorder to your computer ( page 21).2 Double-cli

The window for recording selected tracks from an audio CD[CONFIG]Click here to do the following:— Set the CD-ROM drive— View version information for M

For the customers in the USA and Canada onlyRECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIESLithium-ion batteries arerecyclable.You can help preserve our environment b

Storing non-audio data to a discIf you connect the recorder to a computer with a disc in Hi-MD mode inserted, the disc is recognized as storage media

Recording on a discRecording on a disc This section explains the procedure for recording from a stereo microphone. Make sure that the rechargeable bat

3 Confirm the operation mode.This recorder has two operation modes, “Hi-MD mode” and “MD mode”. The operation mode is automatically recognized wheneve

5 Confirm that the operation lamp is off (), and then press and slide REC on the recorder ().The operation lamp lights up in red and recording start

Notes• Make sure to place the recorder at a stable, vibration-free place during recording.• If you start recording before the operation lamp turns o

To change the display on the recorderPress DISPLAY/MENU repeatedly. Each time you press the button, the display changes cyclically as follows. (Record

Display window on the remote Disc indication Track number/Total number of tracks in a disc Information display Refer to “To change the display on t

Recording from externally connected componentYou can make digital recordings using an optical cable connected to a CD player, digital TV, or other dig

7 Press and slide REC on the recorder and play the sound source you want to record.Track marks are automatically added at the same point as the sound

Playing a discPlaying a disc1 Press OPEN to open the lid (). Insert a disc in the direction of the arrow (), and close the lid.Connect the earphone

Notice for Users ...6What you can do with this product ...8Getting StartedChecking the supplied accessories ...

Basic playback operationsTo Operation on the recorder (Operation on the remote is in parentheses)PlayPlay from a point where you stopped the recorder

Displayed items during playbackDisplay window on the recorder Battery indication ( page 15) Operation lamp After performing an editing operation du

Display window on the remote Disc indication Track number/Total number of tracks in a disc Information display Refer to “To change the display on t

3 • When you select “Normal”Repeat the procedure in step 2 to select the desired track.The selected track starts playing. • When you select “Group”

To erase bookmarksWhile playing the track for which you want to erase the bookmark, press the jog lever for 2 seconds or more.Playing tracks repeatedl

Adjusting the soundThe following three effect can be selected.• V-SUR (Virtual-Surround VPT Acoustic Engine): Provides 4 kinds of virtual surround c

Customizing sound qualityYou can customize the sound and store the results in “Custom1” and “Custom2”.1 Do steps 1 to 3 of “Selecting the sound quali

EditingDividing a track (Divide)You can divide a track with a track mark while playing, creating a new track from the part following the track mark. T

Combining tracks (Combine)You can erase a track mark to combine the tracks before and after the track mark. This function can be set on the recorder o

Using the MenuUsing the Menu  · CANCELDISPLAY/MENUJog lever (FF, FR, /ENT)1 Press DISPLAY/MENU for 2 seconds or more.2 Move the jog lever toward

Recording on a discRecording on a disc ...31Displayed items during recording ...35Recording from externally connected compo

Menus for recordingSelect “REC Settings” in the menu. Recording-related menus can be set only on the recorder.ItemsOptions (: Default settings)REC M

Setting for microphone recording (“MIC AGC”)When the sound being recorded (e.g., music) is low in volume and the surrounding sound is loud (audience

“T” appears before the time display for track marks added with the “Time Mark” setting.Notes• “Time Mark” can be set only when recording through the

• You can adjust the recording level during recording by moving the jog lever.• Even after recording ends, the recording level stays the same until

Menus for editingEditing-related menus can be used on either the recorder or the remote.Before editingMake sure not to move or jog the recorder or dis

The Erase function (“Erase”)When erasing a track or a groupNote that once a recorded item has been erased, it cannot be recovered. Make sure to confirm

Moving a track on a discYou can move a track from one group to another or from inside a group to outside the group. When you move tracks, track number

Adding titles (Title Input)You can add titles while the recorder is playing or stopped.• When adding a track name, artist name, or album name to a tr

2 Turn the VOL +/– control to select a letter and press the jog lever to enter.The selected letter appears and the cursor moves to the next input pos

ItemsOptions (item displayed on the remote is in parentheses) (: Default settings)EL Light2)Auto Off When no operation has occurred for 10 seconds, t

Notice for UsersOn the supplied SonicStage/MD Simple Burner software• Copyright laws prohibit reproducing the software or the manual accompanying it

Setting for recorder display (“EL Light”)Notes• Even when “EL Light” is set to “Auto Off”, the display window will not turn off while:— the recorder

Setting the clockOnce the clock is set, the recorder automatically stamps the recording time and date for each track recorded. This function can be se

TroubleshootingTroubleshootingIf a problem occurs during recorder operation, follow the steps described below before consulting the nearest Sony deale

While the recorder is connected to the computerSymptom Case and/or corrective actionThe recorder is not recognized by the computer. The USB cable is

Symptom Case and/or corrective actionThe rechargeable battery cannot be charged sufficiently through USB bus power. If you operate the recorder while

Symptom Case and/or corrective actionYou cannot transfer audio data from your computer that will fill up the remaining recording time on the disc. Due

Symptom Case and/or corrective actionRecording cannot be done correctly. Audio sources may not be securely connected. Disconnect the audio sources on

Continued Symptom Case and/or corrective actionThe total recorded time and the remaining time on the disc may not total the maximum recording time (6

Symptom Case and/or corrective actionSound has a lot of static. Strong magnetism from a television or such device is interfering with operation. Move

While editingSymptom Case and/or corrective actionThe lid does not open. The recorder is saving the contents of an editing operation. The lid will no

Program © 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 Sony CorporationDocumentation © 2006 Sony CorporationTrademarks• SonicStage is a trademark or registered trade

OthersSymptom Case and/or corrective actionThe recorder does not work or works poorly. The rechargeable battery is not charged. Charge the rechargeab

MessagesMessage Case and/or corrective actionACCESS The recorder is writing data to the disc or the computer is reading data on the disc while the re

Message Case and/or corrective actionCANNOT SET You selected “REC Mode” or “Group REC” in the recorder menu or “SpeedCtrl” in the remote menu while r

Message Case and/or corrective actionLINE OUT NO VOL OPERATION You tried to change the volume while “Audio Out” in the menu has been set to “Line Ou

Message Case and/or corrective actionRECONNECT USB You tried to operate the recorder or the computer before the recorder was recognized by the comput

Additional InformationPrecautionsOn safety• Do not put any foreign objects in the USB cable connecting jack.• Do not touch the optical pickup lens o

On charging• Do not use the supplied AC power adaptor, the AC power cord, or the USB cable to charge any other battery beside the supplied one or the

On the earphonesRoad safetyDo not use earphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is illeg

On moisture condensationIf the recorder is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture may condense in

Audio formats supported by this recorderRecording:LinearPCM (44.1 kHz/16 bit)ATRAC3plus (Hi-SP, Hi-LP)ATRAC3 (LP2, LP4)ATRAC (SP)Playback:LinearPCMATR

What you can do with this productNot only can you record and play music data on this recorder, you can also transfer audio data to it from a computer

ExplanationsAbout Hi-MD“Hi-MD” is a new MiniDisc format. Incorporating the new ATRAC3plus audio compression technology, Hi-MD is a new recording forma

List of the recording time for each disc (Approx.)The recording time is varied depending on disc type, disc mode, codec, and bit rate. When using a di

When using a disc in MD modeWhen recording on the recorder Recording time*Codec/Bit rate Recording mode on the recorder80-minute standard disc74-min

Note on digital recordingThis recorder uses the Serial Copy Management System, which allows only first-generation digital copies to be made from premas

Difference between digital (optical) and analog (line) inputsThe input jack of this recorder works as both digital and analog input jacks. Connect the

IImporting 23Install 20LLinearPCM 80MMD Simple Burner 19, 27Menu 49Microphone recording 31Microphone sensitivity 50Moisture 78Moving tracks/gr

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Getting StartedChecking the supplied accessories• AC power adaptor • AC power cord1) (100 V - 240 V) • USB cable • Remote control2) • Earphones