3-043-516-13(1)Portable MiniDisc RecorderOperating Instructions©2000 Sony CorporationMZ-R70
10Notes• “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
11• Digital output may be disabled on some portable CD players when the player is not run on AC power.∗ Electronic Shock Protectionz• The level of the
12Playing an MD right away!To use the recorder on a rechargeable battery or dry battery, see “Power sources” (page 53).1Make connections.(Insert the c
132Insert an MD.1 Press OPEN to open the lid. 2 Insert an MD with the label side facing front, and press the lid to close.3Play an MD.1 Press N ( >
14To stop play, press x.A long beep sounds in the headphones when you operate on the remote control.Playback starts from the point you last stopped pl
15If the play does not startMake sure the recorder is not locked (page 37).When using optional headphones• Use only headphones with stereo mini plugs.
16Various ways of recordingTwo ways of connecting to a sound sourceThe input jack of this recorder works as both digital and analog input jacks. Conne
17NoteTrack marks may be copied incorrectly:• when you record from some CD players or multi disc players using digital (optical) input.• when the sour
18Recording with analog input (line cable required)The sound will sent from the connected equipment as analog signal but will be recorded digitally on
19To start/stop recording in sync with the source player (Synchro-recording)You can easily make digital recordings of a digital source on an MD.Befor
2To 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 qu
20z• You cannot pause manually during synchro-recording.• When there is no sound from the player for more than 3 seconds during synchro-recording, the
21Recording from a microphoneConnect a stereo microphone (ECM-717, ECM-MS907, ECM-MS957, etc.; not supplied) to the MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack.1 Insert
22Recording in monaural for double the normal recording time For longer recordings, choose to record in monaural. The recording time becomes double th
23Adjusting the recording level manually (Manual recording)When you record, the sound level is adjusted automatically. If necessary, you can set the l
245 While observing the level meter in the display, adjust the recording level by pressing >MENU., > (+) or . (–).Set the level so that the leve
25Checking the remaining time or the recording positionYou can check the remaining time, track number, etc. when recording or during stop.On the recor
26Display window on the recorderWhile recordingIn stop modeA1)1)Display orderB2)2)Number of displayed itemsC1 2 LapTime (elapsed time)2 2 RecRemain (r
273 Press ENTER.The display changes as follows.Display window on the recorderWhile recordingIn stop modezIf you want to check the playing position or
28On the remote controlThere is no display window on the remote control. Menu items should be viewed in the display window on the recorder.1 While the
29Various ways of playbackSelecting a track directlyYou can select a desired track directly.1 Press >MENU. repeatedly until the desired track appea
3— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in thi
30Playing tracks repeatedlyYou can play tracks repeatedly in three ways — all repeat, single repeat, and shuffle repeat.On the recorder1 While the rec
31Display window on the recorderOn the remote controlThere is no display window on the remote control. Menu items should be viewed in the display wind
32Emphasizing bass (DIGITAL MEGA BASS)The Mega Bass function intensifies low frequency sound for richer quality audio reproduction. It affects only th
33Notes• If the sound becomes distorted when emphasizing bass, turn down the volume. • The Mega Bass function does not affects the sound being recorde
34Protecting your hearing (AVLS)The AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) function keeps down the maximum volume to protect your ears.On the recorder
35Checking the remaining time or the playing positionYou can check the track name, disc name, etc. during playback.On the recorder1 While the recorder
363 Press ENTER.The display changes as follows.Display window on the recorderzIf you want to check the remaining time or the recording position while
37Locking the controls (HOLD)To prevent the buttons from being accidentally operated when you carry the recorder, use this function.1 Slide HOLD in th
38Connecting to a stereo system Connect the i1 (or i2) jack of the recorder to the LINE IN jacks of an amplifier or a tape player with a line cable (R
39Notes• Even when connecting to the externally connected equipment, the Mega Bass function is operative. If you do not want the effect of the Mega Ba
4Welcome!Welcome to the world of the MiniDisc! Here are some of the capabilities and features you’ll discover with the new MiniDisc Recorder.• Recordi
40Editing recorded tracksYou can edit your recordings by adding/erasing track marks or labeling tracks and MDs. Premastered MDs cannot be edited.Notes
412 Press >MENU. repeatedly until “ :Erase” flashes in the display, and then press ENTER.“Erase OK?” and “PushENTER” appear alternately in the disp
42To erase the whole discYou can quickly erase all the tracks and data of the MD at the same time.Note that once a recording has been erased, you cann
43On the remote controlThere is no display window on the remote control. Menu items should be viewed in the display window on the recorder.1 While th
44Adding a track markYou can add track marks so that the part after the new track mark is counted as a new track.The track numbers will increase as fo
45Erasing a track markWhen you record with analog (line) input, unnecessary track marks may be recorded where recording level is low. You can erase a
46Moving recorded tracksYou can change the order of the recorded tracks.ExampleMove track C from the third to the second track.On the recorder1 While
474 Press ENTER again.The track moves to the selected destination track.On the remote controlThere is no display window on the remote control. Menu i
48Labeling recordingsYou can name discs while the recorder is stopped, tracks while the recorder is playing, and both while the recorder is recording.
493 Press ENTER. The disc is ready to be labeled.4 Press >MENU. repeatedly to select a letter and press ENTER.The selected letter stops flashing an
504 Follow steps 4 to 6 of “Labeling a disc during stop”.Labeling a track or a disc during recording1 While recording, press ENTER so that “EDIT” flas
514 Press . or >N to select a letter and press ENTER (x) .The selected letter stops flashing and the cursor moves to the next input position.5 Rep
52Labeling a track or a disc during recording1 While recording, press EDIT for 2 seconds or more so that “EDIT” flashes in the display, and then press
53Power sourcesYou can use the recorder on house current or as follows. In the recorder …— a nickel cadmium rechargeable battery NC-WMAA (supplied)— L
542 Insert the NC-WMAA into the recorder and close the lid.3 Press x.“Charging” flashes, e appears in the display, and charging starts.Full charging o
55Using on a batteryThe recorder accepts either a rechargeable nickel cadmium battery (supplied) or an LR6 (size AA) alkaline dry battery.Be sure the
56Additional informationPrecautionsOn safetyDo not put any foreign objects in the DC IN 3V jack.On power sources• Use house current, nickel cadmium re
57On the headphonesRoad safetyDo not use headphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is
58On the lid of the battery compartmentThe lid of the battery compartment is designed to detach from the main unit when handled with great force. To r
59Note on digital recordingThis recorder uses the Serial Copy Management System, which allows only first-generation digital copies to be made from pre
6Table of contentsRecording an MD right away! ... 8Playing an MD right away! ...
60TroubleshootingShould any problem persist after you have made these checks, consult your nearest Sony dealer.Symptom Cause/SolutionThe recorder does
61The recorder does not work or works poorly.• The AC power adaptor was unplugged during recording or a power outage occurred.• While operating, the r
62Sound has a lot of static.• Strong magnetism from a television or such device is interfering with operation., Move the recorder away from the source
63System limitationsThe recording system in your MiniDisc recorder is radically different from those used in cassette and DAT decks and is characteriz
64The total recorded time and the remaining time on the disc may not total the maximum recording time (60, 74, or 80 minutes).Normally, recording is d
65MessagesIf the following error messages flash in the display window, check the chart below.Error messageMeaning/RemedyBLANKDISC • An MD with no reco
66Hi DC in • Voltage of the power supply is too high (The supplied AC power adaptor or the recommended car battery cord is not used)., Use the supplie
67SORRY • You tried to erase the track mark at the beginning of the first track.• You tried to erase a track mark to combine tracks the recorder canno
68SpecificationsSystemAudio playing systemMiniDisc digital audio systemLaser diode propertiesMaterial: GaAlAsWavelength: λ = 790 nmEmission duration:
69Battery operation timeSee “Battery life” (page 55)DimensionsApprox. 81 × 74 × 26.2 mm (w/h/d) (31/4 × 3 × 11/16 in.) without projections.MassApprox.
7Adding a track mark ... 44Erasing a track mark ...
70What is an MD?How MiniDisc worksMiniDisc (MD) comes in two types: premastered (prerecorded) and recordable (blank). Premastered MDs, recorded at mus
71Quick Random AccessLike CDs, MDs offer instantaneous random access to the beginning of any music track. Premastered MDs are recorded with location a
72Looking at the controlsSee pages in ( ) for more details.The recorderA Display window (19)(31)B END SEARCH button (10)(49)C OPEN button (9)(13)D VOL
73Q i (headphones)2 jack (12)(38)R REC (record) switch (9)S i (headphones)1 jack (12)(38)T N (play) button (10)(13)The display windowA Play mode indic
74The headphones with a remote controlA HeadphonesCan be replaced with optional headphones.B VOL +/–buttons (13)(51)C DELETE button (51)D HOLD switch
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8Recording an MD right away!Connect to a digital source using an optical cable (supplied) to make digital recordings. Digital recording is possible ev
92Insert a recordable MD.1 Press OPEN to open the lid. 2 Insert a recordable MD with the label side facing front, and press the lid down to close.3Rec
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