Sony Mzn10 Portable MiniDisc Recorder Operations Manual

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Computer
 Manufacturer:
 Model:
 Type:  Desktop type / Laptop type
Name of operating system:  
RAM capacity:
Hard disk drive (containing SonicStage and audio data)
 Capacity of the drive:  
 Free space:  
Installed folder containing SonicStage (if other than the default folder)
1)
 Location of the installed folder:  
1)If you do not specify the destination, the software is installed at C:\Program Files\Sony\SonicStage.
Version of  the software (SonicStage Ver.1.5)2):  
2)To check the SonicStage...

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If your computer does not recognize the Net MD
 Is the Net MD connected correctly to your computer?
— If the Net MD is not firmly connected to the computer, the Net MD will not be 
recognized by your computer.
— Reconnect the dedicated USB cable. If the computer still does not recognize the Net 
MD, disconnect the Net MD, restart the computer, and connect the dedicated USB 
cable again.
 Is an MD inserted in the Net MD?
Check if an MD is inserted in the Net MD.
 If your computer does not recognize...

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 If the installation seems to be stopped
It may take 30 minutes or more for the installation to complete, depending on your 
computer or CD-ROM drive.
During the installation, watch out for the occurrence of any of the following problems.
 If the installation is still unsuccessful after all that you have done.
— The installation can be done by copying all files to the hard disk as follows:
1Create a new folder on the hard disc.
2Insert the supplied CD-ROM (SonicStage Ver.1.5) into the CD-ROM...

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Information and explanations
Net MD FAQ
This section introduces frequently asked questions and answers on the Net MD.
On the Net MD
What is a “Net MD”?
Net MD is a specification that allows audio data in a computer to be transferred to a 
MiniDisc through a USB cable.
Till now, MiniDiscs could be used to record only analog sources (through a microphone or 
analog input) or PCM sources such as CDs. Recording audio files on a computer was 
impossible. However, thanks to SonicStage and other music...

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On Editing
Can checked-out tracks be edited on the Net MD?
Things you can do on the Net MD:
— Label contents.
— Assign or release groups
— Move tracks or groups.
Things you cannot do on the Net MD:
— Add track marks (divide)/erase track marks (combine).
— Delete tracks, groups, or the entire disc contents. 

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On copyright protection
The OpenMG technology* allows you to enjoy digital music, while maintaining the 
copyrights of its holders. OpenMG Jukebox encrypts audio files in OpenMG format and 
stores them on the hard disk of your computer to prevent unauthorized distribution.
* The copyright protection technology of this software conforms to SDMI (Secure Digital Music 
Initiative) specifications.
This software places some restrictions on recording and playback to protect copyrights. 
You can check in...

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Restrictions on audio content
High-quality digital audio content is widely available through music distribution services 
on the Internet. To protect the copyrights of its holders from unauthorized distribution, 
some audio content is distributed with certain restrictions on recording and playback. For 
example, the playback period or playback count for the data may be limited. In such cases, 
checking out of the audio contents may not be possible. 
Depending on the contents, some audio data that...

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Glossary
ATRAC3
ATRAC3, which stands for Adaptive Transform Acoustic Coding3, is audio compression 
technology that satisfies the demand for high sound quality and high compression rates.
The ATRAC3 compression rate is approximately 10 times higher than that of the Audio 
CD, resulting an increased data capacity for the media.
“Check-In /Check-Out”
Check-out is to transfer music files from a personal computer to an external device/media 
(such as a Network Walkman). Returning checked-out music files...

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Recording mode (Bit rate)
This is a measure of data volume per second. The rate is expressed in bps (bits per second). 
In SonicStage, the bit rate can be selected for recording an audio CD or converting MP3 
and WAV format audio files into ATRAC3 format from among three rates: 132 kbps, 105 
kbps or 66 kbps. In the case of 105 kbps, 105,000 bits of information is processed per 
second. If the bit rate is large, that means a large amount of information is used to play the 
music. Thus, 105 kbps data...

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Index
Numerics
6-Band Equalizer 38
A
Accessories
optional
 80supplied 13ATRAC3 124, 128Audio CD 96, 105
Auto Time Stamp 33AVLS 68
B
back up 117
Backlight 69Battery
battery life 20built-in battery 18dry battery 19BEEP 62
Bookmark
add 37play 37C
CD-ROM 99
Charging 18Check-in 124, 128Checking
clock
 62playing position 35remaining time 28, 35Check-out 108, 124, 128Cleaning 79Clock 62
Combining tracks 48Connecting 103analog 31digital 23when charging 18Connection 42
Contrast 69copyright protection 126
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