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Playback
Approx. 6 hours
Approx. 8 hours
Approx. 16 hours
zVarious ways of
playback
Playing tracks repeatedly
B
You can play tracks repeatedly in three ways-
-all repeat, single repeat, and shuffle repeat.
Press PLAY MODE while the player is
playing an MD.
Each time you press PLAY MODE, the play
mode indication changes as follows.
Tips on playback
To know the track name and time C
Press DISPLAY on the remote control while
the player is playing an MD.
Each time you press DISPLAY, the display
changes as follows.
.
.
Note
Disc and track names appear only with MDs that
have been electronically labeled.
DISPLAY
To lock the controls D
To prevent the buttons from being
accidentally operated when you carry the
player, use this function.
Slide the Hold cover on the player to cover
the control buttons.
On the remote control, slide HOLD in the
direction of the c to lock the controls.
To emphasize bass (DIGITAL MEGA
BASS) E
The DIGITAL MEGA BASS function
intensifies low frequency sound for richer
quality audio reproduction.
Slide DIGITAL MEGA BASS.
Choose 1 (slight effect) or 2 (strong effect).
To cancel the effect, set DIGITAL MEGA
BASS to 0.
Note
If the sound becomes distorted when
emphasizing bass, turn down the volume.
To protect your hearing (AVLS) F
The AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter
System) function keeps down the maximum
volume to protect your ears.
Set AVLS to LIMIT.
The volume is kept at a moderate level, even
if you try to turn the volume above the
limited level.
PLAY MODE
When to replace or charge the batteries
You can check the battery condition with the
battery indication displayed while using the
player.
B Used batteries
v
b Weak batteries. Replace all the batteries
v
n The batteries have gone out.“LoBATT”
flashes in the display of the remote
control, and the power goes off.
Battery life*
Batteries
Ni-MH
rechargeable
battery (NH-9WM (N))
One size AA (LR6)
alkaline battery
One size AA (LR6)
alkaline battery
and a Ni-MH
rechargeable
battery (NH-
9WM(N))
* The battery life may be shorter due to
operating conditions and the temperature of
the location.
Using on house current H
Before using the player, remove the
rechargeable battery if it is installed.
1 Attach the supplied battery case to the
player.
2 Connect the AC-E15L AC power adaptor
(not supplied) to the DC IN 1.5V jack of
the player.
3 Connect the AC power adaptor to a wall
outlet.
Note
The battery indication ı is displayed while
using the AC power adaptor.
zAdditional information
Precautions
On safety
• Do not put any foreign objects in the DC
IN 1.5 V jack.
On power sources
• For use in your house: Use the AC power
adaptor AC-E15L (not supplied). Do not
use any other AC power adaptor since it
may cause the player to malfunction.
• The player is not disconnected from the AC
power source (mains) as long as it is
connected to the wall outlet, even if the
player itself has been turned off.
• If you are not going to use this player for a
long time, be sure to disconnect the power
supply (AC power adaptor, dry batteries,
rechargeable batteries, or car battery cord).
To remove the AC power adaptor from the
wall outlet, grasp the adaptor plug itself;
never pull the cord.
• For use in the car: Use the CPA-9 car
connecting pack and the DCC-E215 car
battery cord (not supplied).
On charging
• Be sure to use the supplied battery charger.
• Charging time may vary depending on the
battery condition.
• When you use the battery for the first time
or after a long period of disuse, the battery
life may be shorter. In this case, charge and
discharge the battery several times. The
battery life will be restored.
• If the rechargeable battery capacity
becomes half the normal life, replace it
with a new one.
On heat build-up
• Heat 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 installation
• Never use the player where it will be
subjected to extremes of light, temperature,
moisture or vibration.
• Never wrap the player in anything when it
is being used with the AC power adaptor.
Heat build-up in the player may cause
malfunction or injury.
On the headphones
Road safety
Do 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.
Preventing hearing damage
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 others
Keep the volume at a moderate level. This will
allow you to hear outside sounds and to be
considerate of the people around you.
On the MiniDisc cartridge
• Do not break open the shutter.
• Do not place the cartridge where it will be
subject to light, temperature, moisture or
dust.
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.
Notes on the 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 try to recharge the batteries.
• When the player is not to be used for a long
time, be sure to remove the batteries.
• If a battery leak should develop, carefully
and thoroughly wipe away battery fluid
from the battery compartment before
inserting new ones.
Note on mechanical noise
The player gives out mechanical noise while
operating, which is caused by the power-
saving system of the player and it is not a
trouble.
If you have any questions or problems
concerning your player, please consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
Troubleshooting
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).
b
Insert an MD.
•The remote control is locked.
b
Slide HOLD against the arrow to
unlock the remote control.
•Moisture has condensed inside the
player.
b
Take the MD out and leave the
player in a warm place for several
hours until the moisture evaporates.
•The rechargeable battery or dry battery
is weak (n“LoBATT” flashes).
b
Replace the dry battery or recharge
the battery.
•The rechargeable battery or dry battery
have been installed incorrectly.
b
Install the battery correctly.
•An MD with no recording on it is
inserted (“BLANK” flashes).
b
Insert a recorded MD.
•The player cannot read the disc (it’s
scratched or dirty) (“Err” on the player
or “ERROR” on the remote control
flashes).
b
Reinsert or replace the disc.
•While operating, the player received a
mechanical shock, too much static,
abnormal power voltage caused by
lightning, etc.
b
Restart the operation as follows.
1 Disconnect all the power sources.
2 Leave the player for about 30
seconds.
3 Connect the power source.
The MD is not played normally.
•The player is set to the repeat mode
(“f“ is displayed).
b
Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until
“f“ disappears, then start
playing.
An MD is not played from the first track.
•Disc playing stopped before it came to
the last track.
b
Press = 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.
Playback sound skips.
•The player is placed where it receives
continuous vibration.
b
Put the player on a stable place.
A very short track may cause sound
to skip.
Sound has a lot of static.
•Strong magnetism from a television or
such device is interfering with
operation.
b
Move the player away from the
source of strong magnetism.
Charging the rechargeable battery does
not start. (in case of the charger with a
lid)
•The lid of the battery charger is not
closed properly.
b
Close the lid and slide the switch on
it.
to DC IN 1.5 V
to wall outlet
No sound comes through the
headphones.
•The headphones plug is not firmly
connected.
b
Connect the headphones plug firmly
to the remote control. Then connect
the remote control plug firmly to the
2/REMOTE jack.
•Volume is too low.
b
Adjust the volume by pressing
VOL +/– .
•AVLS is on.
b
Slide AVLS to NORM.
Specifications
System
Audio playing system
MiniDisc digital audio system
Laser diode properties
Material: 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 pick-up block with 7 mm aperture.
Revolutions
400 rpm to 900 rpm (CLV)
Error correction
Advanced Cross Interleave Reed Solomon Code
(ACIRC)
Sampling frequency
44.1 kHz
Coding
Adaptive TRansform Acoustic Coding (ATRAC)
Modulation system
EFM (Eight to Fourteen Modulation)
Number of channels
2 stereo channels
1 monaural channel
Frequency response
20 to 20,000 Hz ± 3 dB
Wow and Flutter
Below measurable limit
Outputs
Headphones: stereo mini-jack, maximum output
level 5 mW + 5 mW, load impedance 16 ohm
General
Power requirements
Nickel metal hydride rechargeable battery
NH-9WM (supplied)
One size AA (LR6) battery (not supplied)
Sony AC Power Adaptor AC-E15L
1)
(not
supplied) connected at the DC IN 1.5 V jack
Battery operation time
See “When to replace or charge the batteries”
Dimensions
Approx. 82.5 × 19.1 × 80 mm (w/h/d)
(3
1
/4 ×
25
/32 × 3
1
/4 in.) not including projecting
parts and controls
Mass
Approx. 115 g (4.1 oz.) the player only
Approx. 155 g (5.5 oz.) incl. a premastered MD
and a nickel metal hydride rechargeable battery
NH-9WM
Supplied accessories
Battery Charger (1)
Rechargeable battery (1)
Rechargeable battery carrying case (1)
Headphones with a remote control (1)
Dry battery case (1)
Carrying pouch (1)
Ear pad (2)
Optional accessories
AC-E15L AC power adaptor
1)
Nickel metal hydride rechargeable battery
NH-9WM
DCC-E215 Car battery cord
CPA-9 Car Connecting Pack
MDR-series Stereo headphones
2)
SRS-A41 Sony Active Speakers
CK-MD4 MiniDisc Carrying Case
CK-MD10 MiniDisc Filing Box
1) The operative voltage for the AC power
adaptor varies depending upon the country in
which it is sold. Therefore, purchase the AC
power adaptor in the country you intend to
use it.
2) Whether you should plug the headphones
directly to 2/REMOTE on the main unit or to
a remote control, use only headphones with
stereo mini plugs.
stereo mini plugs
Your 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.
PLAY MODE
Hold cover
HOLD
DIGITAL MEGA BASS
AVLS
Turn to LOCK side.
To release the battery
case, turn to RELEASE.
Polarity of the plug
zPower sources
You can use the player on a dry battery,
house current, or a Ni-MH rechargeable
battery.
Using on a dry battery G
1 Insert one size AA (LR6) alkaline battery
(not supplied) into the supplied battery
case, and close the lid.
2 Attach the battery case to the player.
Z
(none) (normal play)
All the tracks are played once.
.
”f” (all repeat)
All the tracks are played
repeatedly.
.
”f
1
” (single repeat)
A single track is played
repeatedly.
.
”f
SHUF
” (shuffle repeat)
All the tracks are played
repeatedly in random order.
Play mode indication
Track number
Elapsed time
Track name
Track number
Disc name
Number of the track
recorded on the MD.
Z