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To prevent the buttons from being
accidentally operated when you carry the
player, use this function.
•
•
Be sure to use the supplied battery charger.
Charging time may vary depending on the
battery condition.
Tro u b le sh o o t in g
Sp e cifica t io n s
Wh e n t o re p la ce o r ch a rg e
t h e b a t t e rie s
Should any problem persist after you have
made these checks, consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
Syst e m
Getting Started
Playing an MD
Pla yin g t ra cks re p e a t e d ly
•
When you use the battery for the first time
Audio playing system
MiniDisc digital audio system
Laser diode properties
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Laser output: less than 44.6 µW*
* This output is the value measured at a distance
a long period of disuse, the battery
The player automatically switches to play the stereo or monaural
sound according to the recorded sound.
You can play tracks repeatedly in three ways
—all repeat, single repeat, and shuffle repeat.
You can check the battery condition with the
battery indication on the remote control while
using the player.
life may be shorter. In this case, charge and
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If the rechargeable battery capacity
becomes half the normal life, replace it with
PLAY MODE
HOLD
HOLD
player (“No DISC” flashes).
Operating instructions
Mode d’emploi (au dos)
battery. Before using the supplied rechargeable battery for the first
time, charge it. You can also operate the player on house current (see
B
v
Used batteries
a
new one.
b
Insert an MD.
The player is locked.
Slide HOLD against the arrow to
unlock the player.
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Play an MD.
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The player starts to play the first track. If
you use the remote control, a short beep
sounds in the headphones.
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The batteries have gone out.“LoBATT”
flashes in the display, and the power goes
off.
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1
Charge the rechargeable battery.
Press PLAY MODE on the remote control
while the player is playing an MD.
Each time you press PLAY MODE, the play
mode indication changes as follows.
b
Take the MD out and leave the
player in warm place for several
hours until the moisture evaporates.
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Never use the player where it will be
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Modulation system
EFM (Eight to Fourteen Modulation)
Number of channels
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Frequency response
20 to 20,000 Hz ± 3 dB
Wow and Flutter
Install the supplied rechargeable battery NC-6WM to the
supplied battery charger with correct polarity, and connect to
wall outlet.
Battery life*
•
a
Headphones with remote
control (supplied)
smuobijsetcutered otor veixbtrraetmioens.of light, temperature,
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.
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to 2/REMOTE
Batteries
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flashes).
Ni-Cd
rechargeable
battery (NC-6WM)
Approx.
2
hours
hours
b
Replace the dry battery or recharge
the battery.
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•
U.S.A. and European
continental model
•
UKmodel
(Full charging takes
hours and 30 minutes.)
•
Other countries model
(Full charging takes 60
minutes.)
Slide HOLD in the direction of the c.
On the player, slide HOLD to lock the
controls of the player.
3
•
•
•
•
The rechargeable battery or dry battery
have been installed incorrectly.
(Full charging takes
150 minutes.)
Play mode indication
One LR6 (size AA)
alkaline battery
Approx.
5
On t h e h e a d p h o n e s
Road safety
Do not use headphones while driving, cycling, or
b Install the battery correctly.
VOL+/–
(none) (normal play)
All the tracks are played once.
.
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To e m p h a size b a ss (DIGITAL MEGA
BASS)
The DIGITAL MEGA BASS function
intensifies low frequency sound for richer
quality audio reproduction.
An MD with no recording on it is
inserted (“BLANK” flashes).
Ow n e r' s Re co rd
WARNING
The serial number is located inside the lid and
the model number is located at the bottom.
Record the serial number in the space
provided below. Refer to them whenever you
call upon your Sony dealer regarding this
product.
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* The battery life may be shorter due to
operating conditions and the temperature of
the location.
Below measurable limit
Outputs
Headphones: stereo mini-jack, maximum output
level 5 mW + 5 mW, load impedance 16 ohm
lamp
VOLUME+/–
operating any motorized vehicle. It may create
a
b
Insert
The player cannot read the disc (it’s
scratched or dirty) (“ERROR” flashes).
a
recorded MD.
To p re ve n t fire o r sh o ck
h a za rd , d o n o t e xp o se
t h e u n it t o ra in o r
m o ist u re .
”f” (all repeat)
All the tracks are played
repeatedly.
.
”f1” (single repeat)
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.
NC-6WM
(supplied)
b Reinsert or replace the disc.
While operating, the player received
mechanical shock, too much static,
abnormal power voltage caused by
lightning, etc.
Usin g o n h o u se cu rre n t
a
Model No. MZ-EP11
Serial No. _______________________________
A
single track is played
DIGITAL MEGA BASS
Pow er requirements
Nickel cadmium rechargeable battery NC-6WM
(supplied)
One LR6 (size AA) battery (not supplied)
Sony AC Power Adaptor AC-E15L1) (not
supplied) connected at the DC IN 1.5 V jack
Battery operation time
See “When to replace or charge the battery”
Dimensions
NC-6WM
(supplied)
NC-6WM
(supplied)
2
Press VOLUME+/– (VOL+/–
on the remote control) to
repeatedly.
1
Connect the AC-E15L AC power adaptor
(not supplied) to the DC IN 1.5V jack of
the player.
.
”fSHUF” (shuffle repeat)
All the tracks are played
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Restart the operation as follows.
To a vo id e le ct rica l sh o ck,
d o n o t o p e n t h e ca b in e t .
Re fe r se rvicin g t o
The charger
lamp goes
off when the
v
1
2
Disconnect all the power sources.
Leave the player for about 30
seconds.
adjust the volume.
To st o p p la y, press p.
0
1
2
Hearing experts advise against continuous, loud
a
your ears, reduce the volume or discontinue use.
"MD WALKMAN" is
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a
trademark of Sony
You can check the volume in the
If you use the remote control,
a
short
repeatedly in random order.
2
Connect the AC power adaptor to
outlet.
a
wall
charging has finished.
display of the remote control.
beep sounds in the headphones.
3
Connect the power source.
q u a lifie d p e rso n n e l o n ly.
Fo r m o d e ls su p p lie d w it h t h e AC p lu g a d a p t o r
If the battery charger does not fit the wall outlet,
use the AC plug adaptor.
Caring for others
The MD is not played normally.
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×
18.5
×
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Choose (slight effect) or (strong effect).
To cancel the effect, set DIGITAL MEGA
BASS to 0.
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(“f“ is displayed).
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The use of optical instruments with this
product will increase eye hazard.
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are some of the capabilities and features you'll
discover with the new MiniDisc Player.
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Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until
“f“ disappears, then start
playing.
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P
(Continuous short
beeps)
•
Display window on the remote control
Press DISPLAY on the remote control while
the player is playing an MD.
Each time you press DISPLAY, the display
changes as follows.
•
•
Do not break open the shutter.
Do not place the cartridge where it will be
subject to light, temperature, moisture or
dust.
n
In fo rm a t io n
•
•
Compact MiniDisc player using
designed head-loading system.
You can insert or eject an MD while the
player is in your pocket or bag.
a
new-
2
Insert a rechargeable battery.
Track name3) or elapsed time of
the track being played
Note
6WM
Supplied accessories
IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE
FOR ANY DIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY
NATURE, OR LOSSES OR EXPENSES
RESULTING FROM ANY DEFECTIVE
PRODUCT OR THE USE OF ANY
PRODUCT.
Press
resume play.
P
again to
If the sound is distorted when emphasizing bass,
turn down the volume.
An MD is not played from the first track.
•
Disc playing stopped before it came to
the last track.
Insert the battery
with correct
polarity.
Rechargeable battery (1): NC-6WM, 1.2V,
600mAh Ni-Cd
Rechargeable battery carrying case (1)
Headphones with a remote control (1)
Carrying pouch (1)
Ear pad (2) (Excluding U.S.A. model)
You can operate this player by inserting
Slide open the battery
compartment lid like the arrow
in the illustration.
DISPLAY
To p ro t e ct yo u r h e a rin g (AVLS)
The AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter
System) function keeps down the maximum
volume to protect your ears.
On cle a n in g
b
Press
=
repeatedly or eject and
either
battery or
a
“chewing-gum type” rechargeable
dry battery into the battery
Find the
=
once (Turn the
to DC IN 1.5
V
Clean the player casing with
a
soft cloth slightly
reinsert the MD once to go back to
the beginning of the disc, and restart
playing after checking the track
number in the display.
a
beginning of
the current
track
control to =on the
remote control)
(Three short beeps)
moistened with water or mild detergent
a
compartment of the player.
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.
•
•
Using only one LR6 (size AA) dry battery
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Track number
Fo r Cu st o m e rs in t h e Un it e d St a t e s
In fo rm a t io n
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
Find the
beginning of
the next track
+
once (Turn the
+
1) To go backwards or forward quickly
without listening, press and keep
pressing or (on the remote
control, keep the control turned).
2) Once you eject an MD, the point to start
play will change to the beginning of the
first track.
AVLS
Note
Playback sound skips.
control to (•
on the remote
control)
P
ı
is displayed while
•
•
Wipe the disc cartridge with
remove dirt.
a
dry cloth to
Op t io n a l a cce sso rie s 1)
including LCD display
–
You can also
=
+
•
The player is placed where it receives
continuous vibration.
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operate this player using the remote control
(supplied) while the player is in your
pocket.
Dust on the lens may prevent the unit from
operating properly. Be sure to close the disc
compartment lid after inserting and ejecting an
MD.
SRS-A41 Sony Active Speakers
CK-MD4 MiniDisc Carrying Case
CK-MD10 MiniDisc Filing Box
(Two short beeps)
Elapsed time
b
Put the player on
a
stable place.
NORM
LIMIT
A
very short track may cause sound
protection against harmful interference in
residential installation. This equipment
a
Go backwards1)
while playing
keep pressing
(Turn and hold the
control to
the remote control)
=
zAd d it io n a l in fo rm a t io n
to skip.
3) Appears only with MDs that have been
electronically labeled.
Sound has
a
lot of static.
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
generates, used, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference
=
on
No t e s o n t h e b a t t e rie s
• Strong magnetism from a television or
such device is interfering with
operation.
Pre ca u t io n s
On sa fe t y
Incorrect battery usage may lead to leakage of
battery fluid or bursting batteries. To prevent
such accidents, observe the following
precautions:
Go forward 1)
while playing
keep pressing
(Turn and hold the
control to (•
on the remote
control)
+
Tip
The OPERATE lamp lights on the main unit
when the MD Walkman is operating.
Track number
Track name
Set AVLS to LIMIT.
The volume is kept at a moderate level, even
if you try to turn the volume above the
limited level.
b
Move away from the source of
strong magnetism.
will not occur in
a
particular installation. If this
Usin g
a
d ry b a t t e ry
+
•
Do not put any foreign objects in the DC
IN 1.5 V jack.
•
Install the
correctly.
+
and
–
poles of the batteries
directly to 2/ REMOTE on the main unit or to
equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one of more the following
measures:
Notes
Charging the rechargeable battery does
not start. (in case of the charger w ith a
lid)
a
remote control, use only headphones with
LR6 (size AA)
alkaline battery
(not supplied)
•
by force, as this may lead to malfunction.
a
On p o w e r so u rce s
•
•
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.
stereo mini plugs.
•
Do not slide EJECT during playback. If you
do, the MD will eject and playback will
stop.
•
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 lid of the battery charger is not
closed properly.
stereo mini plugs
For customers in the United States
Unfold the supplied headphones as shown in
the illustration below.
Track number
Disc name
•
and thoroughly wipe away battery fluid
from the battery compartment before
inserting new ones.
•
•
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment
and the receiver.
b
Close the lid and slide the switch on
it.
When using optional headphones
Use the headphones that have stereo-
miniplug. You cannot use other types of
headphones with microplugs.
•
•
Connect the equipment into an outlet on
circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/ TV
technician for help.
a
No sound comes through the
headphones.
No t e o n
m
e ch a n ica l n o ise
•
The headphones plug is not firmly
connected.
Your dealer may not handle some of the above
listed accessories. Please ask the dealer for
detailed information about the accessories in
your country.
Polarity of the plug
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.
b
Connect the headphones plug firmly
to the remote control. Then connect
the remote control plug firmly to the
2/ REMOTE jack.
3
Insert an MD.
Number of the track
recorded on the MD.
•
•
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.
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
2
Push in the MD until it
locks in its place. When
the MD is locked in its
place the shutter will
close.
Wear the “L” marked side to the left ear and the
“R” marked side to the right ear.
If you have any questions or problems
concerning your player, please consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
•
•
Volume is too low.
b Adjust the volume by pressing
VOLUME +/
AVLS is on.
Slide AVLS to NORM.
US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
Note
Disc and track names appear only with MDs that
have been electronically labeled.
If you are not going to use this player for
a
long time, be sure to disconnect the power
–
.
Fo r t h e cu st o m e rs in t h e U.S.A.
If t h e p la y d o e s n o t st a rt
Make sure the player is not locked. See "To
lock the controls."
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Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
RECYCLING NICKEL-CADMIUM
BATTERIES
To remove the AC power adaptor from the
wall outlet, grasp the adaptor plug itself;
never pull the cord.
b
To re m o ve t h e MD
Press p . The disc
and then slide EJECT2)
NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERY.
BATTERY MUST BE RECYCLED OR
DISPOSED OF PROPERLY.
compartment shutter opens and the MD
ejects.
Nickel-Cadmium batteries are recyclable.
You can help preserve our environment by
returning your unwanted batteries to your
nearest Sony Service Center for collection,
recycling or proper disposal.
Note: In some areas the disposal of nickel-
cadmium batteries in household or
business trash may be prohibited.
For the Sony Service Center nearest you
call 1-800-222-SONY (United States only)
Caution: Do not handle damaged or
leaking nickel-cadmium batteries.
1Insert an MD on the
groove of the disc
compartment lid.
The shutter of the
disc compartment
will open when you
insert an MD.
EJECT
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