B Various ways of

3-251-253-12(1) 4 Make connections and unlock the controls. playback

Listening to selected tracks
only (Bookmark Play)

Getting started Connect firmly.

Playing an MD Listening an MD with Remote control You can bookmark tracks on a disc and play
them only. The sequence of bookmarked
tracks cannot be changed.

the supplied speakers

Volume control VOL +, –
Charge the supplied rechargeable battery before using it for the first time.
Portable MiniDisc Player To i jack
HOLD
1 Insert an MD. HOLD
DISPLAY
To bookmark the tracks

1 Insert the rechargeable battery. P MODE/

1 While playing the track you want to
bookmark, press and hold the jog lever
Operating Instructions
Insert the battery minus end first.
1 Slide OPEN to open the lid. 2 Insert an MD. 3 Close the lid. 1 Attach the player to the battery- x
SOUND for 2 seconds or more.

“WALKMAN” is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation to
represent Headphone Stereo products.
trademark of Sony Corporation.
MZ-E810SP
Clip
e
NH-10WM 3 charging case with speakers.
+, – Flashing slowly
The first track for bookmark play is set.
b E
b 1 While pressing OPEN on the battery-charging case, open the case.
2 Insert the player as shown below.
Jog lever (. • u/ENT • >)
2 Repeat step 1 to bookmark other tracks.
1 2 You can bookmark with up to 15 tracks.
is a Insert the player so that it engages with Player
Push the player in the direction of the
HOLD the connector in the battery-charging arrow in the illustration. To play the bookmarked tracks
Insert an MD with the label side facing up, pushing the case.

© 2003 Sony Corporation Printed in Japan

2 Attach the player to the battery-
charging case with speakers.
1 While pressing OPEN on the battery-charging case, open the case.
2 Insert the player as shown below.
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the Insert the player so that it engages with
unit to rain or moisture. the connector in the battery-charging
case.
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
Push the player in the direction of the
arrow in the illustration.
Using the dry battery MD to the direction of the arrow in the illustration. 1 During playback, press P MODE/
repeatedly until “ TrPLAY?” appears
Attach the dry battery case to the player. Insert the battery minus end first. in the display.
b 2 Press the jog lever.
3 4
2 Play an MD. The bookmarked tracks start playing,
starting with the smallest track number.
2
b “3-color info-LED” To erase a bookmark
“3-color info-LED”
VOL– While playing the track for which you want
1 to erase the bookmark, press and hold the jog
VOL+ +, – lever for 2 seconds or more.
Insert a LR6 (size AA) alkaline dry battery.
., > Selecting the play mode
Note
To operate the player for the longest possible time, use the dry battery together with a fully charged Charging starts when the rechargeable battery is inserted in the player. Charging
u If you open the lid, all bookmarks are
rechargeable battery. is finished when the “3-color info-LED” turns off. You can select from the various play modes
x x using the P MODE/ button on the remote canceled.

To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with newspapers, table- cloths, b Jog lever
control.
curtains, etc. And don’t place lighted candles on the apparatus.

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the
Using the clip for the remote control
It may be hard for you to read the indications in the display if the remote control is
(.•u/ENT•>)
2 Play an MD. 1 Press P MODE/ repeatedly.
Listening to tracks in a desired
sequence (Program Play)
apparatus. attached upside down with the clip in its current position. In this case, attach the clip in VOL +, – Each time you press the button, the
play mode changes as follows:
Certain countries may regulate disposal of the battery used to power this product. Please consult with
the opposite direction as shown below.
Play mode indication
1 During playback, press P MODE/
your local authority. repeatedly until “PGM” appears in the
1 Remove the clip. 2 Attach the clip in the opposite direction. display.
Caution
1 Press the jog lever (u) on the remote control. (Press u on the player.)
The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.
2
A short beep sounds in the headphones/earphones. The LED lights up.
2 Turn the volume control towards VOL + or – on the remote control to adjust the
2 Slide the jog lever repeatedly to select
a track, and then press the jog lever to
CAUTION — INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN Removing the player from the battery-charging case volume. (Press VOL + or – on the player. ) Display* Play mode
enter that track.
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM OR VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS The volume indicator appears in the display, allowing you to check the volume (none) All the tracks are played
1 (normal play) once.
While pushing gently, pull the player forward. level.
Information SPEAKER OFF ON SURROUND
To stop play, press x. “3-color info-LED” 1 A single track is played
IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR A long beep sounds in the headphones/earphones. (single-track play) once. track number programmed number
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE, OR LOSSES OR EXPENSES RESULTING
FROM ANY DEFECTIVE PRODUCT OR THE USE OF ANY PRODUCT.
b Playback starts from the point you last stopped playing. To start playback from the
beginning of the disc, press and hold the jog lever (u) for 2 seconds or more on the
Bookmarked tracks play
(bookmark play) back in order of their
3 Repeat step 2 to program more tracks.
remote control (Press and hold u for 2 seconds or more on the player). You can program up to 15 tracks.
1 Slide the SPEAKER switch to ON. track number.

To Do this (Beeps in the headphones/earphones)

SHUF All the tracks are played 4 After programming the tracks, press
2 Press u. (shuffle play) in random order. and hold the jog lever for 2 seconds or
Pause Press the jog lever (u) on the remote control (continuous short The LED lights up. more.
beeps). (Press u on the player.) PGM The tracks are played in
3 Press VOL + or –. The program is stored and playback
Press the jog lever (u on the player) again to resume play. (program play) the order that you
The volume indicator appears in the display, allowing you to check the specified. starts from the first track.
Cue to the current track Slide the jog lever towards . on the remote control volume level.
or the previous track (three short beeps). (Press . on the player.) To stop play, press x. * Group play mode ( ) appears whenever you z
Playback starts from the point you last stopped playing. To start playback from the play a disc with group settings. For more The program play settings will remain in
3 Charge the rechargeable battery. Cue to the next track Slide the jog lever towards > on the remote control (two short
beeps). (Press > on the player.)
beginning of the disc, press and hold u for 2 seconds or more. details, see “Using the group function.” memory even after playback finishes or is
stopped.
Go backwards or Slide and hold the jog lever towards . or > on the remote Note
forward while playing control. (Press and hold . or > on the player.) The beep does not sound during output from the speakers. Note
The “3-color info-LED” lights up in red when Playing a track repeatedly All program settings are lost when the lid is
charging starts. Searching for a specific While the player is paused, slide and hold the jog lever towards (Repeat Play) opened.
Activating the surround effects
to a wall outlet position while viewing . or > on the remote control.
Slide the SPEAKER switch to SURROUND.
a elapsed time You can use the repeat function for normal
It allows you to enjoy the surround effects.
(Time search) play, single-track play, shuffle play, and
SPEAKER OFF ON SURROUND program play mode.
Searching for a specific While the player is stopped, slide and hold the jog lever towards
track while viewing . or > on the remote control.
AC power track numbers 1 During playback in the selected play
adaptor
b (Index search)
Cue to the beginning of Press + or – button. Notes
mode, press and hold P MODE/ for
2 seconds or more.
every 10th track “ ” appears in the display.
• Depending on the track being played when you activate the surround effects, you may hear some
to DC IN 3V (only during playback of Repeat play indication
distortion in the sound. In this case, turn the volume down or slide the SPEAKER switch to ON.
the disc with no group • When you activate the surround effects, the volume level will be lower than it is when the SPEAKER
settings1)) switch is set to ON.
Remove the MD Press x, and then slide OPEN.2)
“Charging” flashes when charging starts. Using the dry battery
1)
For more details, see “Using the group function.” The player will operate for the longest time if you use a dry battery together with a fully charged To cancel repeat play
The battery condition is indicated by the “3-color info-LED” on the player: 2)
Once you open the lid, the point to start play will change to the beginning of the first track. rechargeable battery. To use a dry battery, attach the dry battery case to the battery-charging Press and hold P MODE/ for 2 seconds or
Red t Orange t LED off (approx. 2.5 hours later) case as shown below. more.
The player can be used when the LED has turned off.
About the “3-color info-LED” Attach the dry battery case to the battery- Insert the battery minus end first.
The LED indicates the current operating mode, charging status, and battery condition. For details z
Note charging case. By pressing the P MODE/ button during
If you start playback or do another operation during charging, the charging will stop. about the charging status, see “Getting started.” For details about the battery condition, see “When 3 4 repeat play, you can change the play mode to be
to replace or recharge the battery” on the back page.
used with repeat play.
LED color
Red
Operating status
Playing a disc with no group settings
b
Green Playing a disc with group settings 2
Orange Cueing to another group (Group Skip) 1

Insert a LR6 (size AA) alkaline dry battery.

z
Using the AC power adaptor allows you to output a more powerful sound than is possible using the
battery. To enjoy higher volume sound, use the AC power adaptor.
BVarious ways of playback
(continued)
Remote control
Volume control VOL +, –
HOLD
DISPLAY
P MODE/
SOUND
x All tracks in the groups
+, –
Jog lever (.•u/ENT•>)
Player
(at the bottom)
“3-color info-LED”
Using the group function
The group function is provided to allow
playback of discs with group settings. The
group function is convenient for playback of
MDs on which several albums or CD singles
have been recorded in MDLP (LP2/LP4 ) mode.
What is a disc with group settings?
The player can play back tracks in units of
groups; that is tracks that have been recorded
on a disc as part of separate groups, as shown
below.
The “3-color info-LED” lights up in green when
a disc with group settings is being played.
Before group settings are made
(normal play)
Disc
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 12131415
Track 1 to 5 are assigned to group 1.
m Track 8 to 12 are assigned to group 2.
Track 13 to 15 are assigned to group 3.
Track 6 and 7 are not assigned to a
group.
After setting the group (group play)
Disc
Group 1 Group 2 Group 3
12345 6 7 12345 123
Tracks that were not assigned to a group are
treated as being part of “Group - -.”
Note
The player does not support the recording of
group settings. Use an MD recorder to set the
group. For details, see “Registering groups using
an MD recorder.”
Playing a track in group play
In group play, all groups are played in order,
starting with group 1, followed by the
unassigned tracks (“Group - -”). Playback
stops after all the tracks have been played.
1 During playback, press P MODE/
repeatedly until “ ” appears in the
display.
Cueing to the start of a group
(Group Skip)
On the remote control
1 During playback, press + or –.
Pressing the – button cues to the first
track in the current group. Pressing the
button again cues to the first track of the
previous group. During group cueing,
the “3-color info-LED” on the player
flashes in orange.
On the player
1 During playback, press GROUP.
The “3-color info-LED” on the player
lights up in orange.
2 Press . or >.
Selecting the play mode for
z To modify and store the sound To cancel the procedure When using the speakers On charging On cleaning •The hold function is activated and the During playback, the “3-color info-LED”
• The characters “;”, “/”, and “–” can be used in You can customize the sound settings in Press and hold the DISPLAY button or the x Locking the controls (HOLD) (Unit: Approx. hours) (JEITA2)) • The supplied battery-charging case with • After wiping the player casing with a soft controls are locked. (If you press any of or display on the remote control does Parts and controls
group play (Group Play Mode) a group name. “CUSTOM1” and “CUSTOM2.” button for 2 seconds or more. Batteries SP Stereo LP2 LP4 speakers can be used only with the cloth slightly moistened with water, wipe it the operation buttons on the player, not turn on.
The shuffle play and program play function
• You can register the same group name more
than twice on the same MD. 1 Do steps 1 to 3 above, and then slide the To cancel the setting 1 Slide HOLD on the remote control in (normal) Stereo Stereo MZ-E810SP. It cannot be used to charge any
other models.
again with a dry cloth. Do not use any type of
abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such
“HOLD” appears on the remote control.)
b Slide HOLD in the opposite
• Power save mode is activated.
b In power save mode, the display on
The Player
can be used during group play mode. • You can specify a group without entering a jog lever until “CUSTOM1” or Select “NORMAL” in step 3 above. the > direction, and slide HOLD on Ni-MH 12 13 14 as alcohol or benzene as this may mar the
• Do not use the supplied battery-charging case direction of the arrow to release the the remote control turns on
the player in the direction. rechargeable finish on the casing.
1 Press P MODE/ repeatedly.
group name (C) for it. “CUSTOM2” appears. Notes
• When the power mode is set to “QUICK,” the Sliding HOLD on the remote control battery
with speakers to charge any other battery
besides the one designated for it. • Wipe the disc cartridge with a dry cloth to hold function.
•You pressed on a button on the player
whenever the remote control is 1
7
After normal playback, the following Notes 2 Press the jog lever. remove dirt. operated, but not when the controls
power remains on within the player even when disables the controls on the remote NH-10WM3) • Charge the rechargeable battery at a while making a setting on the remote on the player are operated. (The
play modes are displayed: • Up to 99 groups can be registered on a single nothing appears in the display. This leads to a • Dust on the lens may prevent the unit from 2
control. Sliding HOLD on the player temperature of +5°C (+41°F) to +40°C
MD. The actual number, however, will be less 3 Slide the jog lever repeatedly to select the shorter battery life. For this reason, it is LR6 (SG) 17 19 20
(+104°F). The charging time will vary
operating properly. Be sure to close the disc control. (“MENU” appears on the exception is when the GROUP
frequency. disables the controls on the player. Sony Alkaline compartment lid after inserting or ejecting an MD. remote control when a button on the button on the player is pushed.)
Display Play mode than 99 if you have entered more characters recommended that you charge the battery daily. according to the surrounding temperature. 8
than are allowed per disc. • If no player operation (including opening or dry battery4) • To maintain good sound quality, use a soft player is pressed.)
To unlock the controls • The battery-charging case and the battery may cloth to clean the plugs of the headphones/ The group function does not function. 3 9
• Depending on the specifications of your MD closing of the lid) occurs for 17 hours, the become hot during the charging procedure; b End the setting procedure using the
(Normal Group play back once (starting power in the player automatically turns off. Slide HOLD to the opposite directions of the LR6 (SG)4) and 40 44 47 earphones and remote control. A dirty plug • A disc that has no group settings is
recorder, the group function may not work. this, however poses no danger. remote control. 4
Play) with the first track in For this reason, the next time you start arrows. NH-10WM3) may cause noise or intermittent breaks in the inserted.
Frequency (100 Hz) • Because of the battery’s characteristics, the sound during playback. •Moisture has condensed inside the q;
group 1). playback or do another operation, the player b Insert a disc with group settings.
From the left, you can select 100 Hz, 1)
Measured with the power save function on (see capacity of the battery may be smaller than • Clean the terminals periodically with a cotton player. 5 qa
will not respond quickly. The unit, however,
SHUF Shuffle play starts with normal when it is used for the first time or swab or a soft cloth as illustrated. b Take the MD out and wait for Bookmark play on the player is not
(In-Group Shuffle) the group that is
Adjusting the sound 250 Hz, 630 Hz, 1.6 kHz, 4 kHz, or 10 kHz. will return to quick mode afterwards. “Preserving battery power”).
several hours until the moisture has possible. (“NoEntry” appears in the 6 qs
(Virtual-Surround • 6-Band Preserving battery power 2)
Measured in accordance with the JEITA (Japan after a long period of disuse. In this case,
Rechargeable battery compartment
currently playing, and 4 Turn the volume control repeatedly to Electronics and Information Technology charge and discharge the battery several times. evaporated. display on the remote control.)
continues with the Equalizer) adjust the level. (Power Save Mode) Industries Association) standard (using a Sony The normal battery life will be restored. •The rechargeable battery or dry battery •You tried to select bookmark play 1 OPEN switch
succeeding groups. Protecting your hearing (AVLS) MDW-series Mini-disc). • If the capacity of the rechargeable battery Terminal is weak (“LOW BATT” appears on the without setting bookmarks. 2 Terminals for dry battery case
This function allows you to maximize the 3)
With a fully charged battery drops to half the normal amount, replace it remote control). b Set bookmarks. 3 HOLD (Locking the control) switch
PGM The groups are played in You can vary the virtual sound to create AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) operating life of the battery. Power 4)
When using a Sony LR6 (SG) “STAMINA” with a new one. b Insert a new dry battery or recharge 4 Terminals for charging the battery with
(Group Program) the order that you different acoustics, or modify the sound to Level (+10 dB) function keeps down the maximum volume to • As soon as the charging is complete, remove
consumption is reduced by turning off the alkaline dry battery (produced in Japan). the battery. the battery-charging case (at the bottom)
specified. suit your taste and store it for later use. You can select from among seven levels. protect your ears. the player from the battery-charging case and
“3-color info-LED” at all times, or by turning •An MD with nothing recording on it is 5 ., > button
The following two effects can be selected. –10 dB, –6 dB, –3 dB, 0 dB, +3 dB,
1 During playback, press and hold off the display when no operation has been Note disconnect the battery-charging case from the
inserted (“BLANKDISC” appears on Specifications 6 “3-color info-LED”
V-SUR (Virtual-Surround VPT Acoustic +6 dB, +10 dB electrical outlet. Leaving it connected may
made for a while. The battery life may be shorter than that Dry battery case the remote control). 7 i (headphones/earphones) jack
Repeat play for the selected group Engine) DISPLAY for 2 seconds or more. result in reduced battery performance. Audio playing system
This procedure can be done by the remote specified, depending on the temperature of the 8 GROUP button
Provides 4 kinds of virtual-surround 5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to adjust the level for
2 Slide the jog lever repeatedly until
b Insert a recorded MD. MiniDisc digital audio system
play mode (Group Repeat Play) conditions. each frequency. control. location, the operating conditions, and the type
On handling •The player cannot read the disc. (it’s Laser diode properties 9 VOL +*, – buttons
“AVLS” appears in the display, and of battery being used. q; x button
• Do not drop or bump the player. This may scratched or dirty) (“READ ERR” or Material: GaAlAs
1 During playback in the selected group
6-BAND EQUALIZER
Provides 6 different sound qualities.
6 Press the jog lever to enter the selection. then press the jog lever. 1 Press and hold DISPLAY for 2 seconds cause the player to malfunction. “TOC ERR”appears on the remote Wavelength: λ = 790 nm qa Battery compartment
play mode, press and hold 3 Slide the jog lever repeatedly until or more. • Do not pull on the remote control or control.) Emission duration: continuous qs u* button
P MODE/ for 2 seconds or more. Note headphones/earphones cords. b Reinsert or replace the disc. Laser output: less than 44.6 µW*
Playback repeats in the respective Virtual surround and 6-band equalizer effects
B Other operations “AVLS ON” appears in the display,
and then press the jog lever to enter the
2 Slide the jog lever repeatedly until Using house current • Do not place the player in the following •While operating, the player received a * This output is the value measured at a distance * VOL + and u have a tactile dot.
group mode. will not be audible during speaker use. “PowerMode” appears in the display, places: Terminal mechanical shock, too much static, of 200 mm from the objective lens surface on
Viewing the track name and selection.
and then press the jog lever. You can operate the player without a — An extremely hot place (over +60°C abnormal power voltage caused by the optical pick-up block with 7 mm aperture.
“AVLS ON” appears in the display. The display window of the remote
Display Play mode playing time in the display 3 Slide the jog lever repeatedly until
rechargeable battery or a dry battery. To do (+140°F)) Rechargeable battery (supplied)/ lightning etc. Revolutions
control
Varying the virtual sound to To set the AVLS function on the player this, connect the battery-charging case with — A place exposed to direct sunlight or near a Dry battery (not supplied) b Restart the player as follows: Approx. 300 rpm to 2,700 rpm
Repeat play of tracks
create different acoustics
on the remote control During playback, slide HOLD in the direction “PowerSave” appears in the display, speakers to an AC outlet through the AC heater 1 Disconnect the power source. Error correction
within a group of , and then while pressing VOL –, slide and then press the jog lever to enter the — In a car with the windows rolled up Terminal ACIRC (Advanced Cross Interleave Reed 1 2 3 4 5 6
(Virtual-Surround) You can check the track or disc name, track
power adaptor, and then attach the player on 2 Let the player sit for about
Repeat shuffle play of HOLD in the opposite direction. selection. the battery-charging case. (especially in the summer) 30 seconds. Solomon Code)
SHUF number, the elapsed playing time of the
tracks within a group To cancel the AVLS function The “3-color info-LED” turns off. — In a damp place such as a bathroom 3 Reconnect the power source. Sampling frequency
PGM Repeat play for group
1 During playback, press SOUND current track, the number of the tracks
recorded on the MD, the group name, and the
On the remote control, select “AVLS OFF” in — Near a source of electromagnetic fields such
There is no sound output from the
44.1 kHz
Coding 7 8
repeatedly to select “V-SUR.” step 3 above and press the jog lever. To cancel the procedure as a magnet, speaker, or TV
program total number of tracks in a group. — In a dusty place headphones/earphones. ATRAC (Adaptive TRansform Acoustic Coding)
On the player, during playback, slide HOLD 1 Disc indication
2 Press and hold SOUND for 2 seconds A B in the direction of , and then while
Press and hold the DISPLAY button or the x BAdditional information •The headphones/earphones plug is not ATRAC3: LP2/LP4 2 Track number display
button for 2 seconds or more. On heat build-up firmly inserted.
or more. pressing VOL +, slide HOLD in the opposite Modulation system
Heat may build up in the player when it is 3 Character information display
Playing groups in a desired direction. Precautions b Insert the headphones/earphones EFM (Eight to Fourteen Modulation)
sequence (Group Program Play) 3 Slide the jog lever repeatedly to select
Note
To turn on the “3-color info-LED”
Select “NORMAL” in step 3 above.
charging or operated for a long time. This,
however, is not a malfunction.
plug firmly to the remote control. Number of channels
4
5
Group play indication
Play mode indication
the surround mode. On safety Battery-charging case with speakers b Insert the headphones/earphones 2 stereo channels
The AVLS setting cannot be made during 6 Virtual-Surround/6-band equalizer
Do the procedure explained in “Listening to A B 1 Press DISPLAY on the remote control. playback. • Make sure to keep the player in the supplied On mechanical noise Terminal plug firmly into the i jack.
•AVLS is on.
1 monaural channel
Frequency response (Headphones/earphones indications
tracks in a desired sequence (Program Play)” to Each time you press DISPLAY, the BPower sources carrying pouch. If the terminals on the player, The player emits mechanical noise while 7 Battery level indication
b Cancel the AVLS function. For more output terminal)
play back groups in a desired sequence. You display changes as the follows: battery-charging case with speakers, or the dry operating, which is caused by the power- 8 Bookmark indication
details, see “Protecting your hearing.” 20 to 20,000 Hz ± 3 dB
can program up to 10 groups. The sequence of battery case are accidentally brought into saving system of the player. This is not a
tracks within the groups cannot be changed. A B Turning off the beep sound When to replace or contact with a metallic object, they may short- malfunction. •The player is attached to the battery- Outputs
Each time you slide the jog lever, A charging case with speakers and the Headphones/earphones: stereo mini-jack,
and B change as follows: Track number The elapsed time You can set the beep so that it is not emitted when recharge the battery circuit and begin to heat up.
maximum output level 5 mW + 5 mW load The battery-charging case with
• Keep the terminals on the player or on the dry On installation SPEAKER switch on the battery-charging
impedance 16 Ω
A B the player and the remote control are operated. battery case away from metallic objects or • Never use the player where it will be subjected case is set to ON or SURROUND. speakers
Registering groups using an Track number Track name This procedure can be done by the remote You can check the battery condition through Speaker Output
surfaces. Such contact may short-circuit the to extremes of light, temperature, moisture or b To use the headphones/earphones
MD recorder STUDIO V-SUR S The number of Group name control. the battery indicator on the remote control
terminals and cause dangerous heat vibration.
When using the AC power adaptor:
1
and the “3-color info-LED” on the player while the player is attached to the 450 mW + 450 mW
total tracks in the
An MD recorder with the group function LIVE V-SUR L
1 Press and hold DISPLAY for 2 seconds generation. When carrying the player with • Never wrap the player in anything when it is battery-charging case, slide the
Refer to the operating instructions of the MD
recorder.
CLUB V-SUR C
group
The number of Disc name
or more.
while using the player. you, always keep the battery case attached to
the supplied battery-charging case.
being used with the AC power adaptor. Heat
build-up in the player may cause malfunction
SPEAKER switch to OFF.
When using a dry battery or a rechargeable
battery:
50 mW + 50 mW 2
Indicator on the remote control If you have any questions or problems
ARENA V-SUR A
total tracks 2 Slide the jog lever repeatedly until
Battery power decreasing
• When you carry the supplied rechargeable
battery, be sure to put it in the supplied
or injury.
concerning your player, please consult your
There is no sound output from the speakers.
•The player is not firmly attached to the Power requirements
An MD recorder that does not support the “BEEP” appears in the display, and Nickel metal hydride rechargeable battery
nearest Sony dealer. (If a trouble occurred
group function 4 Press the jog lever to enter the selected
Track number Sound mode
then press the jog lever.
v
Weak battery
rechargeable battery carrying case. Carrying
the rechargeable battery without the case may
On the remote control
The supplied remote control is designed for
when the disc was in the player, we
battery-charging case with speakers.
b Attach the player firmly to the
One NH-10WM (supplied): 1.2 V, 3
5
The procedure below allows you to assign surround mode. Track number SP/LP mode recommend that the disc be left in the player 900 mAh (MIN)
tracks to a group using the disc name-editing 3 Slide the jog lever repeatedly until v
The battery has gone out.
cause a short-circuit with metallic objects such
as coins, key rings, or necklaces. As a result,
use with the MZ-E810SP only. Note also that
the player cannot be controlled by remote
when you consult your Sony dealer so that battery-charging case with speakers.
•The SPEAKER switch is set to off.
One LR6 (size AA) battery (not supplied)
4
6
function. Notes “BEEP OFF” appears in the display, the cause of trouble may be better External power jack (for the battery-charging
“LOW BATT” flashes in the heat may be generated. controls for other models. understood.) b Slide the SPEAKER switch to ON or 7
• Depending on whether group play or normal and then press the jog lever to enter the case): Power rating 3V DC
Specifying groups Selecting the sound quality play is selected, the operating conditions, and
display, and the power goes off. • Do not put any foreign objects in the DC IN SURROUND. Battery operation time 1 OPEN button
(6-Band Equalizer) the disc settings, you may not be able to select
selection. 3V jack. On the MiniDisc cartridge
1 Change the disc name to the following certain indications or the indications may To cancel the procedure Indicator of the “3-color info-LED” on the • Do not carry or store the dry battery or battery • Do not touch the internal disc directly. The sound from the speakers is distorted. See “When to replace or recharge the battery”
Dimensions
2 Speakers
by using the MD recorder: 1 During playback, press SOUND appear different. Press and hold the DISPLAY button or the x player case in the same place with metallic objects
such as coins, key rings, or necklaces. This
Forcing the shutter open may damage the
internal disc.
Troubleshooting •The SPEAKER switch is set to
SURROUND. The player:
3
4
Connector terminal for the player
SPEAKER (OFF • ON • SURROUND)
repeatedly to select “SOUND.” • During playback, the SP/LP mode appears button for 2 seconds or more. The LED lights up. There is sufficient Approx. 80.6 × 73.4 × 15.3 mm (w/h/d) (3 1/4 ×
0;[Disc name] // [First track of group 1 ]- may cause a short-circuit and the generation of • When transporting a minidisc, keep it in its b Depending on the track being played switch
momentarily, and is then replaced by the battery power. 3 × 5/8 in.)
A B
2 Press and hold SOUND for 2 seconds elapsed time of the current track.
To cancel the setting
Select “BEEP ON” in step 3 above.
v
heat. case. The rechargeable battery does not start
charging.
when you activated the surround (not including projecting parts and controls)
5 Terminals for dry battery case
6 DC IN 3V jack
or more. • Incorrect battery usage may cause the battery • Do not place the cartridge where it will be effects, you may hear some
The LED flashes slowly. Battery power •The terminals of the battery-charging The battery-charging case with speakers:
[Last track of group 1] ; [Name of group 1 ] // Note fluid to leak or battery to burst. To prevent subjected to light, temperature, moisture or distortion in the sound. In this case, 7 Battery charging case lid
Approx. 160.0 × 91.7 × 22.2 mm (w/h/d) (6 3/8 ×
3 Slide the jog lever repeatedly to select The beep sound setting cannot be made during v
decreasing such accidents, observe the following dust. case are dirty. turn the volume down or slide the 3 5/8 × 7/8 in.)
B C the SOUND mode. Suppressing the skips of playback. The LED flashes quickly. The battery is low.
precautions: • Do not affix the label outside of the specified b Wipe the terminals with a dry cloth. SPEAKER switch to ON. Mass
— Install battery with the + and – poles area on the MD. Make sure the label is placed The headphones/earphones with a
[First track of group 2] - [Last track of group 2 ] ; the sound (G-PROTECTION) The LED will soon aligned correctly. within the recessed space on the disc. •The rechargeable battery is not inserted The MD does not play normally. Approx. 71 g (2.5 oz) (the player only)
turn off and the in the player. Approx. 120 g (4.23 oz) (the battery-charging case remote control
— Do not charge dry battery. •The player is set to the repeat mode.
The G-PROTECTION function was developed b Insert the rechargeable battery into with speakers only)
B B
to provide a higher level of shock resistance
Turning on/off the supply of power will • If a battery leak should develop, carefully and On the headphones/earphones b Press and hold the P MODE/
Supplied accessories
A
[Name of group 2] // ...... stop. thoroughly wipe away the battery fluid in the Road safety the player. button on the remote control until 7
than that of existing players in order to allow backlight in the display on battery compartment before inserting a new • Do not use headphones/earphones while •The surrounding temperature is too high Headphones/earphones with a remote control (1)
Notes “ ” disappears, then start playing. B 8
C
Each time you slide the jog lever, A
the player to be used while jogging. the remote control • The battery indicator may show the battery to battery. driving, cycling, or operating any motorized or too low (“CannotCHG” appears in the Battery-charging case with speakers (1)
vehicle. This may lead to a traffic accident and display when the surrounding The MD does not play from the first track. AC power adaptor (for the supplied battery-
A Disc name and B change as follows: Note be fully charged even when it is not. Charging • If you will not use the player for a long time, C 9
You can set the backlight in the display on the is illegal in many areas. It can also be •The disc stopped playing before charging case) (1)
Track number the battery shorter than the prescribed time will be sure to disconnect the power supply (AC temperature is too high, or “SLOW CHG”
B
A B The playback sound may skip if: remote control. potentially dangerous to play your player at reaching the last track. Rechargeable battery (1) q;
C Group name • the player receives stronger continuous shock. result in a shorter operating time on the player. power adaptor, dry battery, rechargeable when temperature is too low). D
This procedure can be done by the remote high volumes while walking, especially at b Open the lid or when the player Rechargeable battery carrying case (1)
HEAVY SOUND H • A stronger or weaker battery charge may be battery, or the battery-charging case). When b Charge the battery at a temperature qa
// Separator between groups • a dirty or scratched MiniDisc is played. Dry battery case (1)
– Hyphen placed between the first POPS P
control.
indicated when you fast forward or fast reverse disconnecting the AC power adaptor from the pedestrian crossings. You should exercise of +5°C (+41°F) to +40°C (+104°F). stops, press and hold the jog lever
Carrying pouch (1)
5
track and the last track
SOUND
1 Press and hold DISPLAY for 2 seconds an MD, or when you use the player at a very
cold place.
electrical outlet, grasp the adaptor plug itself;
never pull the cord.
extreme caution or discontinue using the
player in potentially hazardous situations. The “3-color info-LED” does not light up
for 2 seconds or more to start
playing from the first track.
AC plug adaptor (1)
F
qs
; Separator between track number and JAZZ SOUND J or more.
Starting playback quickly • If you experience an allergic reaction to the even when the player is attached onto US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby
Group name UNIQUE SOUND U
(Quick Mode) 2 Slide the jog lever repeatedly until Battery life1) On the AC power adaptor (for the supplied headphones/earphones, stop using the battery-charging case.
The playback sound skips.
•The player is placed where it receives Laboratories.
CUSTOM1 1 “BACKLIGHT” appears in the display, When using the headphones/earphones supplied battery-charging case) them at once and consult a doctor or a Sony •The rechargeable battery is not inserted
(Ex.) Set the following groups for the disc SOUND
service center. continuous vibration. 1 Headphones/earphones
and then press the jog lever. (Unit: Approx. hours) (JEITA2)) • For use in your house: Use the supplied AC in the player. Design and specifications are subject to change
named “Collections ”: After pressing the playback button or cueing b Place the player at a stable place. 2 Stereo mini plug
CUSTOM2 SOUND 2 without notice.
Group name for tracks 1-7: to a track, you can start playback quickly. 3 Slide the jog lever repeatedly to select Batteries SP Stereo LP2 LP4 power adaptor or the optional AC-E30A AC
power adaptor. Do not use any other AC
Preventing hearing damage b Insert the rechargeable battery into
the player.
• A very short track may cause sound to skip. 3 Volume control VOL +, –
My Favorites“2003winter” This procedure can be done by the remote (normal) Stereo Stereo Avoid using headphones/earphones at high Optional accessories
Group name for tracks 8-17: 4 Press the jog lever to enter the selected control.
one of the following settings:
Ni-MH 28 33 43
power adaptor since it may cause the player to volumes. Hearing experts advise against • The LED may not light on immediately The sound has a lot of static. AC power adaptor AC-E30A 4
Turn to adjust the volume.
x (stop) button
SOUND mode. Display Setting malfunction. continuous, loud and extended play. If you after you placed the player on the •Strong magnetism from a television or
Jun&Tac“sunshine head”
Group name for tracks 18-24: 1 Press and hold DISPLAY for 2 seconds AUTO The backlight lights when you rechargeable
battery
experience a ringing in your ears, reduce the battery-charging case. other device causing interference.
NH-10WM Nickel metal hydride rechargeable battery
MDR series stereo headphones/earphones*
5
6
Jog lever (.•u/ENT•>) button
(Group) +, – button
THE NIGHT BUTTERFLYS To cancel the procedure or more. operate the player or the volume or discontinue use. b The LED will light up after about 3 b Move the player away from the
NH-10WM3) * Whether you should plug the headphones/ 7 Clip
Press and hold the DISPLAY button or the x remote control, and minutes and charging will begin. source of strong magnetism.
Group name for tracks 25-32:
Dream World/Kiss Me! button for 2 seconds or more. 2 Slide the jog lever repeatedly until automatically turns off when LR6 (SG) 57 72 91 Polarity of the plug Caring for others earphones directly to the i jack on the main 8 HOLD switch
“PowerMode” appears in the display, Keep the volume at a moderate level. This The player does not work or works poorly. Noise is momentarily heard. unit or to a remote control, use only 9 Display window
no operation is made for a Sony Alkaline headphones/earphones with stereo mini
To cancel the setting and then press the jog lever. • Connect the AC power adaptor to an easily will allow you to hear outside sounds and to •The rechargeable battery or dry battery •The sound was recorded in LP4 stereo q; DISPLAY button
Text string entered while (factory setting). dry battery4) plugs. Headphones/earphones with a
Slide the jog lever repeatedly in step 1 above accessible AC outlet. Should you notice an be considerate of the people around you. has been installed incorrectly. mode. qa P MODE / (play mode/repeat) button
0;Collections//
1–7;My Favorites“2003winter”// until the indication at B disappears. 3 Slide the jog lever repeatedly until ON The backlight lights while the LR6 (SG)4) and 86 107 132 abnormality in the AC power adaptor, b Install the battery with correct polarity. b Because of the nature of the microplug cannot be used. qs SOUND button
“QUICK” appears in the display, and player is operating. NH-10WM3) disconnect it from the AC outlet immediately. On the dry battery case compression method used in LP4 Your dealer may not handle some of the above
8–17;Jun&Tac“sunshine head”// The supplied dry battery case is designed for •You tried to play with no disc in the
then press the jog lever to enter the OFF The backlight stays off. player (“NO DISC” appears on the mode, noise may be output on very listed accessories. Please ask the dealer for
18–24;THE NIGHT BUTTERFLYS// use with the MZ-E810SP only.
selection. rare occasions during playback of detailed information about the accessories in
25–32;Dream World/Kiss Me!// remote control).
“QUICK” appears in the display. 4 Press the jog lever to enter the setting. b Insert an MD. sound recorded in this mode. your country.