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Sony MZ-R700 Analog PCLink Operating Instructions Manual

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3-223-666-12(1)
Portable MiniDisc
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Operating Instructions
MZ-R700/R700PC/R700DPC
©2000 Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1 3-223-666-12(1) Portable MiniDisc Recorder Operating Instructions MZ-R700/R700PC/R700DPC ©2000 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 2 Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. Serial No.
  • Page 3 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 4 The CE mark on the unit is valid only for products marketed in the European Union. Certain countries may regulate disposal of the battery used to power this product. Please consult with your local authority. WALKMAN and trademarks of Sony Corporation.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Looking at the controls ... 8 Getting started! ... 11 Recording an MD right away! ... 14 Playing an MD right away! ... 18 Various ways of recording Two ways of connecting to a sound source ... 21 Recording with analog input (line cable required) ...
  • Page 7 Additional information Precautions ... 51 Troubleshooting ... 56 System limitations ... 58 Messages ... 60 Specifications ... 63 What is an MD? ... 65...

  • Page 8: Looking At The Controls

    Looking at the controls See pages in ( ) for more details. The recorder REC MODE button (24) OPEN button (12) T MARK button (42) END SEARCH button (15) (48) X (pause) button (15) (19) (29) (44) (48) VOL +/– button (18) (48) DC IN 3V jack (11) (14) (51) i (headphones) jack (12)
  • Page 9 The display window Character information display (32) (34) Displays the disc and track names, error messages, track numbers, etc. Play mode indication (34) Shows the play mode of the Time display Battery indication (50) Shows approximate battery condition. Mega bass indication (35) Level meter (30) Shows the volume of the MD being played or...

  • Page 10: The Remote Control

    The remote control ./>/N (search/ AMS/play) • >/. button (18) (31) (33) (42) (48) x (stop) • ENTER button (18) (31) (33) (42) X (pause) • CAPS button (19) (44) (48) EDIT button (33) (41) (48) VOL +/–buttons (18) (48) Headphones/earphones Can be replaced with optional headphones/...

  • Page 11: Getting Started

    Getting started! Charge the rechargeable battery before using. Even if the rechargeable battery is not charged, you can use the recorder as long as the AC power adaptor is connected. Insert the rechargeable battery. (Insert the rechargeable battery minus end first) Charging the rechargeable battery.
  • Page 12 Make connections and unlock the control. to i Connect the supplied headphones/earphones with the remote control to i. Insert an MD. (Use a recordable MD for recording.) Press OPEN to open the lid. HOLD Slide HOLD in the opposite direction of the arrow (.) to unlock the controls.
  • Page 13 Using on a dry battery Insert one LR6 (size AA) alkaline dry battery (not supplied) instead of the rechargeable battery. Notes • If you press CHARGE (x) immediately after charging has completed, charging will begin again. If this happens, press CHARGE (x) the changing operation since the battery is already fully charged.

  • Page 14: Recording An Md Right Away

    Recording an MD right away! Connect to a digital source using an optical cable (supplied) to make digital recordings. Digital recording is possible even from digital equipment with different sampling rates, such as a DAT deck or a BS tuner, using the built-in sampling rate converter. To record from an analog source, see “Recording with analog input (line cable required)”...
  • Page 15 Record an MD. END SEARCH Press and slide REC to the right. REC indication lights up in the display and recording starts. To stop recording, press x. After you press x, the recorder will automatically turn off after: — about 5 minutes when using AC power adaptor. —...
  • Page 16 Remove the MD By setting “REC-Posi” to “From End,” recording operations will always start from the end of the previously recorded material (page 27). A track mark is added at the point where you press X again to resume recording while pausing; thus the remainder of the track will be counted as a new track.
  • Page 17 • LINE IN (OPTICAL) jack is for both digital and analog input. The recorder automatically recognizes the type of line cable and switches to digital or analog input. • The level of the recorded sound is adjusted automatically. • You can monitor the sound during recording. Connect the supplied headphones/earphones with remote control to i and adjust the volume by pressing VOL +/–.

  • Page 18: Playing An Md Right Away

    Playing an MD right away! To use the recorder on a rechargeable battery or dry battery, see “Power sources” (page 50). When you operate the recorder with the supplied remote control, use the buttons and control shown in parentheses. Play an MD. VOL +/–...
  • Page 19 Find the beginning of the current track Find the beginning of the next track Pause Go backwards while playing Go forward while playing Remove the MD To go backward or forward quickly without listening, press X and hold down . or > (flip and hold the lever towards . or >/N on the remote control).
  • Page 20 (stereo, LP2, LP4, or monaural). Notes • To prevent recorder malfunction, do not use a remote control that was supplied with another Sony portable MD model. • Sound may skip if: —the recorder receives stronger continuous shock than expected.

  • Page 21: Various Ways Of Recording

    Various ways of recording 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 (optical) input or analog (line) input. To record, see “Recording an MD right away!”...
  • Page 22 Difference Digital (optical) input Recorded track Marked (copied) numbers automatically • at the same positions as the source (when the sound source is a CD or an MD). • after more than 2 seconds of blank or low- level segment (with a sound source other than CD or MD).

  • Page 23: Recording With Analog Input (Line Cable Required)

    Recording with analog input (line cable required) The sound will sent from the connected equipment as analog signal but will be recorded digitally on the disc. Line cable (RK-G129, not supplied)* to LINE IN (OPTICAL) ∗ Use the connecting cords without an attenuator. To connect to a portable CD player having a stereo mini-jack, use the RK-G136 connecting cord (not supplied).

  • Page 24: Recording For Long Times

    Recording for long times Select each recording mode according to the recording time that you want. Stereo recording is possible at 2 times (LP2) or 4 times (LP4) the normal recording time. MDs recorded in monaural, LP2, or LP4 mode can be played back only on MD players or recorders with a monaural, LP2, or LP4 playback mode.
  • Page 25 Play the sound source. To stop recording, press x. The recorder remains the previous setting of the recording mode when you record the next time. Notes • It is recommended that you use the supplied AC power adaptor for long recordings.
  • Page 26 Press <MENU, repeatedly until “SYNC REC” flashes in the display, and then press ENTER. SYNC REC “SYNC” does not appear if optical cable is not connected to the recorder. Press <MENU, repeatedly until “SYNC ON” flashes in the display, and then press ENTER. Press and slide REC to the right.

  • Page 27: Recording Without Overwriting Existing Material

    • Synchro-recording cannot be done if the connecting cord is not an optical cable, or if the cable is connected to the MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack. • You cannot manually change the recording mode or the recording level during synchro-recording. Recording without overwriting existing material If you wish to avoid overwriting the current contents of an MD, do...

  • Page 28: Recording From A Microphone

    Recording from a microphone Connect a stereo microphone (ECM-717, ECM-MS907, ECM- MS957, etc.; not supplied) to the MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack. <MENU, Insert a recordable MD and then press and slide REC to the right. For other operations, see “Recording an MD right away!” (page 14).

  • Page 29: Adjusting The Recording Level Manually (Manual Recording)

    Adjusting the recording level manually (Manual recording) When you record, the sound level is adjusted automatically. If necessary, you can set the level manually. Note Adjust the recording level while the recorder is in standby mode. You cannot adjust it while recording. <MENU, While holding down X, press and slide REC to the right.
  • Page 30 While observing the level meter in the display, adjust the recording level by pressing <MENU,. Set the level so that the level meter reaches around mark above the display window. If the sound is too high, lower the recording level until the level meter just barely reaches the window.

  • Page 31: Checking The Remaining Time Or The Recording Position

    Checking the remaining time or the recording position You can check the remaining time, track number, etc. when recording or during stop. When you operate the recorder with the supplied remote control, use the buttons and controls shown in parentheses. <...
  • Page 32 Display window On A LapTime The elapsed time of the current track. RecRemain The remaining recordable time. AllRemain The remaining time after the current location. “REC REMAIN” begins flashing in the display when the remaining time on the disc reaches 3 minutes or less. Appears only when the recorder is stopped.

  • Page 33: Various Ways Of Playback

    Various ways of playback When you operate the recorder with the supplied remote control, use the buttons and controls shown in parentheses. Playing tracks repeatedly You can play tracks repeatedly in three ways — all repeat, single repeat, and shuffle repeat. <MENU, While the recorder is playing or stopped, press ENTER (EDIT for 2 seconds or more), press <MENU, (flip the lever...
  • Page 34 Display window Shuf.Rep On A/B Normal/(none) All the tracks are played once. AllRepeat/ All the tracks are played repeatedly. 1 Repeat/ A single track is played repeatedly. Shuf.Rep/ After the currently selected track finishes playing, the remaining tracks are played repeatedly in random order.

  • Page 35: Emphasizing Bass (Digital Mega Bass)

    Emphasizing bass (DIGITAL MEGA BASS) The Mega Bass function intensifies low frequency sound for richer quality audio reproduction. It affects only the sound from the headphones/earphones. <MENU, Press ENTER (EDIT for 2 seconds or more), press <MENU, (flip the lever towards > or .) repeatedly until “BASS” flashes in the display, and then press ENTER (ENTER) again.

  • Page 36: Checking The Remaining Time Or The Playing Position

    On A/B BASS OFF/(none) Normal play BASS BASS 1/ Mega Bass (moderate effect) BASS BASS 2/ Mega Bass (strong effect) Notes • If the sound becomes distorted when emphasizing bass, turn down the volume. • The Mega Bass function does not affect the sound that is being recorded. Checking the remaining time or the playing position You can check the track name, disc name, etc.

  • Page 37: Protecting Your Hearing (Avls)

    Press ENTER (ENTER). The display changes as follows. The information selected in step 2 appears in A and B. A — track number, track name B — the information selected in step 2. Appears only when “1 Remain” is selected and the track is labeled. Appears only when “AllRemain”...

  • Page 38: Locking The Controls (Hold)

    To cancel AVLS Select “AVLS OFF” in step 2. Locking the controls (HOLD) To prevent the buttons from being accidentally operated when you carry the recorder, use this function. HOLD HOLD Move HOLD in the direction of the .. To unlock the controls Move HOLD in the opposite direction of the arrow to unlock the controls.

  • Page 39: Connecting To A Stereo System

    Connecting to a stereo system Connect the i jack of the recorder to the LINE IN jacks of an amplifier or a tape recorder with a line cable (RK-G129 or RK-G136, not supplied). The output is analog. The recorder plays the MD digitally and sends analog signals to the externally connected equipment.
  • Page 40 Notes • Even when connecting to the externally connected equipment, the Mega Bass function is operative. If you do not want the effect of the Mega Bass function on your recording or the output from the externally connected equipment, set “BASS”...

  • Page 41: Editing Recorded Tracks

    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. •...

  • Page 42: To Erase The Whole Disc

    Press <MENU, (flip the lever towards > or .) repeatedly until “EDIT” flashes in the display, and then press ENTER (ENTER) again. “ : Name” flashes in the display, and the recorder plays the selected track repeatedly. Press <MENU, (flip the lever towards > or .) repeatedly until “...

  • Page 43: Adding A Track Mark

    Press <MENU, (flip the lever towards > or .) repeatedly until “ press ENTER (ENTER). “All Erase?” and “PushENTER” appear alternately in the display. To cancel erasing, press T MARK (T MARK). Press ENTER (ENTER) again. “TOC Edit” flashes in the display, and all the tracks will be erased.

  • Page 44: Erasing A Track Mark

    Notes • You cannot add track marks during synchro-recording. • T MARK on the remote control does not function during playback. 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.

  • Page 45: Moving Recorded Tracks

    Press T MARK to erase the mark. “MARK OFF” appears in the display. The track mark is erased and the two tracks are combined. When you erase a track mark, name assigned to the mark is also erased. Moving recorded tracks You can change the order of the recorded tracks.
  • Page 46 Press <MENU, (flip the lever towards > or .) repeatedly until “EDIT” flashes in the display, and then press ENTER (ENTER) again. “ : Name” flashes in the display and the recorder plays the selected track repeatedly. Press <MENU, (flip the lever towards > or .) repeatedly until “...

  • Page 47: Labeling Recordings

    Labeling recordings You can name discs while the recorder is stopped, tracks while the recorder is playing, and both while the recorder is recording. Each name can be as long as 200 letters. Each disc can hold up to 1700 alphanumeric letters during playback or stop.
  • Page 48 Press ENTER (ENTER). The disc is ready to be labeled. Press <MENU, (flip the lever towards > or .) repeatedly to select a letter and press ENTER (ENTER). The selected letter stops flashing and the cursor moves to the next input position. Press X (CAPS) VOL +/–...
  • Page 49 Follow steps 3 to 5 of “Labeling a disc during stop”. Labeling a track or a disc during recording While recording, press ENTER (EDIT for 2 seconds or more). Press <MENU, (flip the lever towards > or .) repeatedly until “EDIT” flashes in the display, and then press ENTER (ENTER) again.

  • Page 50: Power Sources

    Measured value by the standard of JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association). When using a 100% fully charged rechargeable battery. When using a Sony LR6 (SG) “STAMINA” alkaline dry battery (produced in Japan). When to replace the battery When the dry battery or rechargeable battery is weak, flashing r, “LOW BATT,”...

  • Page 51: Additional Information

    Additional information Precautions On safety Do not put any foreign objects in the DC IN 3V jack. On power sources • Use house current, Nickel Cadmium rechargeable battery, LR6 (size AA) battery, 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 to malfunction.
  • Page 52 On the headphones/earphones Road safety Do not use headphones/earphones 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 recorder at high volume while walking, especially at pedestrian crossings.
  • Page 53 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 try to recharge dry battery. •...

  • Page 54: To Protect A Recorded Md

    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 recorded or edited. To record again, slide the tab back so the tab is visible. Back of the MD Note on digital recording This recorder uses the Serial...
  • Page 55 If you have any questions 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 left in the recorder when you consult your Sony...

  • Page 56: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Should any problem persist after you have made these checks, consult your nearest Sony dealer. The recorder does not work or works poorly. • Audio sources may not be firmly connected. — Disconnect the audio sources once and connect them again (pages 14, 23).
  • Page 57 “NO SIGNAL” appears in the display when recording from a portable CD player. • There is no digital signal from the portable CD player. — When recording digitally from a portable CD player, use AC power adaptor and disable the anti-skip function (such as ESP) on the CD player (page 16).

  • Page 58: System Limitations

    Cannot find the track marks. • You pressed X after pressing . or >. — Press X before or pressing . or > (page 44). The rechargeable battery does not start charging. • The rechargeable battery has been inserted incorrectly or the AC power adaptor has been connected incorrectly.
  • Page 59 Symptom Cause Track marks When the data of a track is fragmented, the track cannot be erased. mark of a fragment under 12 seconds long (recorded in stereo), 24 seconds long (recorded The remaining in monaural or LP2 mode), or 48 seconds long recording time (recorded in LP4 mode) cannot be erased.

  • Page 60: Messages

    Messages If the following messages flash in the display window, check the messages below. BLANKDISC • An MD with no recording on it is inserted. DISC ERR • The disc is damaged or does not contain proper recording or editing data.
  • Page 61 Hi DC in • Voltage of the power supply is too high (The supplied AC power adaptor is not used). — Use the supplied AC power adaptor. HOLD • The recorder is locked. — Move HOLD against the arrow to unlock the recorder (pages 12, 38).
  • Page 62 SORRY • 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 cannot combine (a track recorded in different recording mode, or a track recorded through a digital connection and an analog connection, for example).

  • Page 63: Specifications

    5 mW + 5 mW, load impedance 16 ohm General Power requirements Sony AC Power Adaptor (supplied) connected at the DC IN 3 V jack: 120 V AC, 60 Hz (U.S.A., Canadian and Taiwan model) 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz (Europe...

  • Page 64: Supplied Accessories

    Dimensions Approx. 81 × 28.1 × 74.4 mm (w/h/ × 1 × 3 in.) without d) (3 projections. Mass Approx. 116 g (4.1 oz) the recorder only Supplied accessories AC power adaptor (1) Headphones/earphones with a remote control (1) Optical cable (1) NC-WMAA Nickel Cadmium rechargeable battery (1) Rechargeable battery carrying case...

  • Page 65: What Is An Md

    What is an MD? How MiniDisc works MiniDisc (MD) comes in two types: premastered (prerecorded) and recordable (blank). Premastered MDs, recorded at music studios, can be played back almost endlessly. However, they can’t be recorded on or over like cassette tapes. To record, you must use a “recordable MD”.
  • Page 66 Quick Random Access Like CDs, MDs offer instantaneous random access to the beginning of any music track. Premastered MDs are recorded with location addresses corresponding to each music selection. Recordable MDs are manufactured with a “User TOC Area” to contain the order of the music.
  • Page 68 This warranty is valid only in the United States Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia...

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