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... 9 Preparing a power source 12 Recording an MD right away 13 Playing an MD right away 16 Various ways of recording 18 Long-time recording (MDLP 18 Recording from a stereo microphone 19 Recording from externally connected equipment 20 Recording with digital (optical) input (Digital Recording 21 Recording from a TV or radio (Analog Recording 22 To start/stop recording in sync with the sound...
... 9 Preparing a power source 12 Recording an MD right away 13 Playing an MD right away 16 Various ways of recording 18 Long-time recording (MDLP 18 Recording from a stereo microphone 19 Recording from externally connected equipment 20 Recording with digital (optical) input (Digital Recording 21 Recording from a TV or radio (Analog Recording 22 To start/stop recording in sync with the sound...
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... (26) Lights up while in a disc while recording or stopped. D Group indication (33) Lights up when the sound mode (SOUND 1, SOUND 2) is rotating for recording, playing or editing an MD. qa qs G Pause indication H REC indication (14) I SYNC (synchro-recording) indication (23) J SP, LP2, LP4, ...MONO indication (18) Shows the recording mode while recording and SP/LP mode of a track while playing. K...
... (26) Lights up while in a disc while recording or stopped. D Group indication (33) Lights up when the sound mode (SOUND 1, SOUND 2) is rotating for recording, playing or editing an MD. qa qs G Pause indication H REC indication (14) I SYNC (synchro-recording) indication (23) J SP, LP2, LP4, ...MONO indication (18) Shows the recording mode while recording and SP/LP mode of a track while playing. K...
Operating Instructions (primary manual)
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... with a normal volume level ("SENS HIGH"), such as conversations. The recorder is recommended. The use manganese dry batteries. 1 Insert a recordable MD. 1 Slide OPEN to open the lid. 2 Insert a recordable MD to the direction of new alkaline dry batteries is factory set the microphone sensitivity to record material with the label side facing up, and press down...
... with a normal volume level ("SENS HIGH"), such as conversations. The recorder is recommended. The use manganese dry batteries. 1 Insert a recordable MD. 1 Slide OPEN to open the lid. 2 Insert a recordable MD to the direction of new alkaline dry batteries is factory set the microphone sensitivity to record material with the label side facing up, and press down...
Operating Instructions (primary manual)
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... seconds (when using an alkaline dry battery) or 5 minutes (when using the AC power adaptor). To monitor the sound during recording. REC MODE 4 Record an MD. If the disc is blank, the recording starts from the end of the existing material. You can adjust the volume by turning the VOL control. "REC" appears, REC...
... seconds (when using an alkaline dry battery) or 5 minutes (when using the AC power adaptor). To monitor the sound during recording. REC MODE 4 Record an MD. If the disc is blank, the recording starts from the end of the existing material. You can adjust the volume by turning the VOL control. "REC" appears, REC...
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...loudness of the source while recording with microphone, even when the recorder is disrupted (i.e. Do not move or jog the recorder or disconnect the power source while the indication is not record-protected (page 46). • Premastered MDs cannot be recorded. • The built-in... data of the material to be possible to start recording. To Record partway through the microphone, the various sounds made by the recorder may also be recorded over. the batteries are not added while recording with a microphone (voice mirror) flashes flashes slowly goes off momentarily 1) Except...
...loudness of the source while recording with microphone, even when the recorder is disrupted (i.e. Do not move or jog the recorder or disconnect the power source while the indication is not record-protected (page 46). • Premastered MDs cannot be recorded. • The built-in... data of the material to be possible to start recording. To Record partway through the microphone, the various sounds made by the recorder may also be recorded over. the batteries are not added while recording with a microphone (voice mirror) flashes flashes slowly goes off momentarily 1) Except...
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You can play , press x • STOP. To stop the recorder, the recorder will automatically turn off after about 30 seconds (when using an alkaline dry battery), or 5 minutes (when using the AC power adaptor). Playing an MD right away! To start playback from the point you press the x • STOP ...Connect firmly to i VOL control x • STOP X • PAUSE Speaker N • PLAY 2 Insert an MD to the direction of the arrow with the label side facing up, and press down on the recorder. 16 Playback starts from the beginning of the front edge as shown above) to close it firmly...
You can play , press x • STOP. To stop the recorder, the recorder will automatically turn off after about 30 seconds (when using an alkaline dry battery), or 5 minutes (when using the AC power adaptor). Playing an MD right away! To start playback from the point you press the x • STOP ...Connect firmly to i VOL control x • STOP X • PAUSE Speaker N • PLAY 2 Insert an MD to the direction of the arrow with the label side facing up, and press down on the recorder. 16 Playback starts from the beginning of the front edge as shown above) to close it firmly...
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... . • REVIEW • AMS or > • CUE • AMS. During pause, press and hold . • REVIEW • AMS or > • CUE • AMS. While the recorder is stopped, press and hold . • REVIEW • AMS or > • CUE • AMS. Press x • STOP and open the lid.3) 1) If you press . •... a point in a track while viewing the elapsed time. (Time search) Search for a specific track while viewing track numbers or track names. (Index search) Remove the MD Operation on the disc. 3) Once you open the lid, the point to start Make sure the...
... . • REVIEW • AMS or > • CUE • AMS. During pause, press and hold . • REVIEW • AMS or > • CUE • AMS. While the recorder is stopped, press and hold . • REVIEW • AMS or > • CUE • AMS. Press x • STOP and open the lid.3) 1) If you press . •... a point in a track while viewing the elapsed time. (Time search) Search for a specific track while viewing track numbers or track names. (Index search) Remove the MD Operation on the disc. 3) Once you open the lid, the point to start Make sure the...
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... mode using an 80-minute recordable MD 3 Press REC. A 18 MDs recorded in microphone, the recording will be changed during recording pause. Various ways of recording Long-time recording (MDLP) Select each recording mode according to the recording time that support the LP2 or LP4 modes are indicated by the or logo marks. Stereo recording is recorded to the LINE IN (OPTICAL...
... mode using an 80-minute recordable MD 3 Press REC. A 18 MDs recorded in microphone, the recording will be changed during recording pause. Various ways of recording Long-time recording (MDLP) Select each recording mode according to the recording time that support the LP2 or LP4 modes are indicated by the or logo marks. Stereo recording is recorded to the LINE IN (OPTICAL...
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... a stereo microphone Connect a stereo microphone (ECM-719, etc.) to the MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack. Recording from the recorder in stereo by using the optional stereo microphone ECM-719, set the switch on the recording mode, see "Recording an MD right away!" (page 13). z When using a plug-in power-type microphone, the microphone can still...
... a stereo microphone Connect a stereo microphone (ECM-719, etc.) to the MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack. Recording from the recorder in stereo by using the optional stereo microphone ECM-719, set the switch on the recording mode, see "Recording an MD right away!" (page 13). z When using a plug-in power-type microphone, the microphone can still...
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...digital source (such as the source (when the sound source is a CD or an MD). • after recording. ("Erasing a track mark", page 29). Note Track marks may be copied incorrectly: • when you record from some CD players or multi disc players using digital (optical) input. Difference between... sound source other than a CD or an MD) (page 56). • when the recorder is for 3 seconds or more than 2 seconds of blank or low-level segment. • when the recorder is digitally broadcast (e.g., digital TV) are recorded. 20 Recorded sound level Same as both digital and analog input...
...digital source (such as the source (when the sound source is a CD or an MD). • after recording. ("Erasing a track mark", page 29). Note Track marks may be copied incorrectly: • when you record from some CD players or multi disc players using digital (optical) input. Difference between... sound source other than a CD or an MD) (page 56). • when the recorder is for 3 seconds or more than 2 seconds of blank or low-level segment. • when the recorder is digitally broadcast (e.g., digital TV) are recorded. 20 Recorded sound level Same as both digital and analog input...
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...point where you press the X • PAUSE button again to the portable CD player and use it on recording, see "Long-time recording (MDLP)" (page 18). 3 Press REC. CD player, MD player, digital amplifier, etc. For other operations on AC power as the power source. -Digital output may ..." lights up in the display, the REC indicator lights up, and the recording starts. 4 Play the source sound. During synchro-recording, the starting and stopping of the track will be disabled on the recording mode, see "Recording an MD right away!" (page 13). For details on some portable CD players when...
...point where you press the X • PAUSE button again to the portable CD player and use it on recording, see "Long-time recording (MDLP)" (page 18). 3 Press REC. CD player, MD player, digital amplifier, etc. For other operations on AC power as the power source. -Digital output may ..." lights up in the display, the REC indicator lights up, and the recording starts. 4 Play the source sound. During synchro-recording, the starting and stopping of the track will be disabled on the recording mode, see "Recording an MD right away!" (page 13). For details on some portable CD players when...
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...8727; To connect to the appropriate jacks. For details on recording, see "Long-time recording (MDLP)" (page 18). 3 Press REC. Note Use the connecting cords without an attenuator. 1 Insert a recordable disc. 22 CD player, cassette recorder, etc.(source) L (white) To LINE OUT R (red... For other operations on the recording mode, see "Recording an MD right away!" (page 13). "REC" appears in the display. Recording from a TV or radio (Analog Recording) Connect the recorder with a line cable (not supplied) to resume recording while pausing recording; thus the remainder of the...
...8727; To connect to the appropriate jacks. For details on recording, see "Long-time recording (MDLP)" (page 18). 3 Press REC. Note Use the connecting cords without an attenuator. 1 Insert a recordable disc. 22 CD player, cassette recorder, etc.(source) L (white) To LINE OUT R (red... For other operations on the recording mode, see "Recording an MD right away!" (page 13). "REC" appears in the display. Recording from a TV or radio (Analog Recording) Connect the recorder with a line cable (not supplied) to resume recording while pausing recording; thus the remainder of the...
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...other than a CD or an MD, a new track mark is automatically added at the point where the silent portion ends. • Synchro-recording cannot be turned on the sound source, there may be cases when recording does not pause automatically during synchro-recording. • Do not switch ... and then press MENU/ENTER. 3 Press . This function is convenient when making a long recording, e.g., of a lecture or meeting. 1 While the recorder is recording, press TRACK MARK. or > until "TIME MARK" appears in recording pause, press MENU/ ENTER. 2 Press . Notes • The pause function cannot be ...
...other than a CD or an MD, a new track mark is automatically added at the point where the silent portion ends. • Synchro-recording cannot be turned on the sound source, there may be cases when recording does not pause automatically during synchro-recording. • Do not switch ... and then press MENU/ENTER. 3 Press . This function is convenient when making a long recording, e.g., of a lecture or meeting. 1 While the recorder is recording, press TRACK MARK. or > until "TIME MARK" appears in recording pause, press MENU/ ENTER. 2 Press . Notes • The pause function cannot be ...
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...the track mark by adding/ erasing track marks or changing the order of the MD before editing • When "TOC Edit" is added. Notes • Premastered MDs cannot be added on the side of the recorded tracks. "MARK" appears in the display. Find the beginning of 254 track marks...appears in the display. The track numbers will increase as follows. 1 2 34 Track marking 12345 Track numbers increase TRACK MARK 1 While recording, playing or pausing an MD, press TRACK MARK at the point you erase a regular track mark, the track numbers will increase by one disc. A total of...
...the track mark by adding/ erasing track marks or changing the order of the MD before editing • When "TOC Edit" is added. Notes • Premastered MDs cannot be added on the side of the recorded tracks. "MARK" appears in the display. Find the beginning of 254 track marks...appears in the display. The track numbers will increase as follows. 1 2 34 Track marking 12345 Track numbers increase TRACK MARK 1 While recording, playing or pausing an MD, press TRACK MARK at the point you erase a regular track mark, the track numbers will increase by one disc. A total of...
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... is the disc with group settings. Track 6 to 7 are assigned to group 2. The group function is convenient for playback of MDs on a disc exceed the maximum number that were not assigned to a group are assigned to no group. After group assignments have ... are made (group play ) Disc 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 12131415 Track 1 to 5 are assigned to group 1. The material that have been recorded in units of "Group - -". To stop recording Press x • STOP. Using the group function Using the group function The group function is provided to allow playback of discs with...
... is the disc with group settings. Track 6 to 7 are assigned to group 2. The group function is convenient for playback of MDs on a disc exceed the maximum number that were not assigned to a group are assigned to no group. After group assignments have ... are made (group play ) Disc 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 12131415 Track 1 to 5 are assigned to group 1. The material that have been recorded in units of "Group - -". To stop recording Press x • STOP. Using the group function Using the group function The group function is provided to allow playback of discs with...
Operating Instructions (primary manual)
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.../earphones at pedestrian crossings. If you to hear outside sounds and to be sure to extremes of time. On the MiniDisc cartridge • When carrying or storing the MiniDisc, keep it in potentially hazardous situations. On power sources • Use LR6 (size AA) batteries, house current, ...the people around you are not going to light, extreme temperatures, moisture or dust. • Attach the supplied MD label only in the recorder if it on the recorder's painted surface. This will be subject to use the headphones/earphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized ...
.../earphones at pedestrian crossings. If you to hear outside sounds and to be sure to extremes of time. On the MiniDisc cartridge • When carrying or storing the MiniDisc, keep it in potentially hazardous situations. On power sources • Use LR6 (size AA) batteries, house current, ...the people around you are not going to light, extreme temperatures, moisture or dust. • Attach the supplied MD label only in the recorder if it on the recorder's painted surface. This will be subject to use the headphones/earphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized ...
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... may cause sound distortion or intermittent breaks in the sound. Do the following steps to close the disc compartment lid after inserting or ejecting an MD. • To obtain the best sound quality, use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzene as ...illustrated. Slots Projections 1 Insert the projections on the PUSH OPEN tab firmly into the slots on the recorder one at a time. 2 1 2 Insert the projections on the lid firmly into the slots on maintenance Clean the terminals periodically with water or a mild ...
... may cause sound distortion or intermittent breaks in the sound. Do the following steps to close the disc compartment lid after inserting or ejecting an MD. • To obtain the best sound quality, use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzene as ...illustrated. Slots Projections 1 Insert the projections on the PUSH OPEN tab firmly into the slots on the recorder one at a time. 2 1 2 Insert the projections on the lid firmly into the slots on maintenance Clean the terminals periodically with water or a mild ...
Operating Instructions (primary manual)
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... or problems concerning your recorder, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. (If a trouble occurred when the disc was in the recorder, we recommend that the disc be recorded. To protect a recorded MD To record-protect an MD, slide open the tab at the side of the MD. In this position, the MD cannot be left in the recorder when you consult...
... or problems concerning your recorder, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. (If a trouble occurred when the disc was in the recorder, we recommend that the disc be recorded. To protect a recorded MD To record-protect an MD, slide open the tab at the side of the MD. In this position, the MD cannot be left in the recorder when you consult...
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...power adaptor AC-E30HG Optical Cable POC-15B, POC-15AB Line Cable RK-G129, RK-G136 Stereo Microphones ECM-719 Recordable MDs MDW-series Foot control unit FS-85B50 MDR series stereo headphones/earphones* * When using optional headphones/earphones, use headphones/ earphones... with 7 mm aperture.) Recording and playback time When using MDW-80 Maximum 160 min. Specifications System Audio playing system MiniDisc digital audio system Laser diode properties Material: GaAlAs Wavelength: λ = 790 nm Emission duration...
...power adaptor AC-E30HG Optical Cable POC-15B, POC-15AB Line Cable RK-G129, RK-G136 Stereo Microphones ECM-719 Recordable MDs MDW-series Foot control unit FS-85B50 MDR series stereo headphones/earphones* * When using optional headphones/earphones, use headphones/ earphones... with 7 mm aperture.) Recording and playback time When using MDW-80 Maximum 160 min. Specifications System Audio playing system MiniDisc digital audio system Laser diode properties Material: GaAlAs Wavelength: λ = 790 nm Emission duration...
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... the after step 1 you still cannot solve the problem, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Troubleshooting and explanations Troubleshooting If a problem occurs during recording. , The recording result is 12 seconds or less ("DISC FULL" appears). , Replace the disc. Make recording again. • The premastered MD is inserted. , Replace to the special digital audio compression technology used...
... the after step 1 you still cannot solve the problem, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Troubleshooting and explanations Troubleshooting If a problem occurs during recording. , The recording result is 12 seconds or less ("DISC FULL" appears). , Replace the disc. Make recording again. • The premastered MD is inserted. , Replace to the special digital audio compression technology used...