Sony MZ-R5ST Operating Instructions Manual

MZ-R5ST 1997 by Sony Corporation Portable MiniDisc Recorder MZ-R5ST EN F D ES

expose the unit to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. Caution The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. Information 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. "MD WALKMAN" is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

Here are some of the capabilities and features you'll discover with the new MiniDisc Recorder. • The MiniDisc station system — Use the recorder either by itself or attached to the station dock. Use the recorder attached to the station to enjoy full features and connectivity. Use the recorder detached from the station for portability. • High-fidelity recording — Low-noise, low-distortion, high-fidelity recording through the optical digital input jack. • Sampling rate converter — This unit enables you to record programs from digital equipment using other sampling rates, such as a BS tuner or DAT deck. • Variety of recording options — Long recording with monaural recording (up to 148 minutes). — Time Machine recording enables you to record from the top of a song even if you pressed the button after you heard the beginning of the song. — Connect to an audio-timer to record when you are not home. • Easy editing with the large LCD panel and the editing buttons — Title samples (21 words and phrases). — UNDO function lets you undo an editing operation. • Programmed playback — Play any set of tracks in the order of your choice. • Card remote commander — Operate the station from a distance. Direct Selection available. • Output jack for active speakers — Connect to the active speakers SRS- Z1000 (not supplied), etc., to enjoy powerful MD playback at your desktop. EN

Setting up the station system .................................. 6 Recording an MD right away! .................................. 8 Playing an MD right away! ..................................... 10 Various ways of recording ...................................... 12 Recording in sync with the source player (Synchro-recording) ....... 12 Starting recording going back 2 seconds (Time Machine recording) ................................................................................................. 13 Recording in monaural for double the normal recording time ........ 14 Recording from a microphone ............................................................... 15 To adjust the recording level manually ........................................... 15 Recording through analog input (Analog recording) ........................ 16 Checking the remaining time or the recording position.................... 17 On the station ....................................................................................... 17 On the recorder .................................................................................... 17 On the remote control ......................................................................... 18 Setting the clock to stamp the recorded time ...................................... 19 Various ways of playback ....................................... 20 Playing an MD on the station ................................................................ 20 Playing back with active speakers .................................................... 20 Selecting a track directly (Direct Selection) ..................................... 20 Playing selected tracks in the order of your choice (Program Play) ..................................................................................... 21 Playing tracks repeatedly ....................................................................... 22 Emphasizing bass (DIGITAL MEGA BASS) ....................................... 23 Protecting your hearing (AVLS) ............................................................ 23 Checking the remaining time or the playing position ....................... 24 On the station ....................................................................................... 24 On the recorder .................................................................................... 24 On the remote control ......................................................................... 25

Erasing tracks (ERASE)........................................................................... 26 To erase a track .................................................................................... 26 To erase the whole disc ...................................................................... 26 Adding a track mark (TRACK MARK ON)......................................... 27 Erasing a track mark (TRACK MARK OFF) ........................................ 28 Moving recorded tracks (MOVE) .......................................................... 29 Labeling recordings (TITLE) .................................................................. 29 Cancelling the last editing operation (UNDO) ................................... 31 Other useful functions ............................................ 32 Locking the controls (HOLD) ................................................................ 32 Recording/playing with a timer ........................................................... 32 Connection and power sources .............................. 34 Hookup for recording — connecting with CD players, etc............... 34 Hookup for digital recording ............................................................ 34 Hookup for analog recording ............................................................ 34 Hookup for playback — connecting with amplifiers or active speakers..................................................................................................... 35 Hookup with digital equipment ....................................................... 35 Hookup with analog equipment ....................................................... 35 Power sources .......................................................................................... 36 Using the station on house current ................................................... 36 Using the recorder on a lithium ion rechargeable battery ............ 36 Using the recorder on dry batteries .................................................. 37 Battery life ............................................................................................ 38 Additional information ........................................... 38 Precautions ............................................................................................... 38 Troubleshooting ....................................................................................... 41 System limitations ................................................................................... 44 Error Messages ......................................................................................... 45 Specifications ............................................................................................ 47 What is an MD?........................................................................................ 48 Looking at the controls ........................................................................... 50