SONY MZ-NE410 Portable MiniDisc Recorder Instruction Manual

SONY MZ-NE410 Portable MiniDisc Recorder

Specifications

• Model: MZ-NE410
• Product Type: Portable MiniDisc Recorder
• Manufacturer: Sony Corporation
• Country of Manufacture: Malaysia

FAQ

Where can I find the serial number and model number of the MZ-NE410?

• The serial number is located at the rear of the disc compartment lid, and the model number is located at the top and bottom of the device.

How can I register my product?

• Please register your product online at www.sony.com/walkmanreg.
• Proper registration will enable you to receive software upgrades, new product information, services, and important announcements.

What should I do in case of any questions or issues with the product?

If you have any questions or need support, you can contact Sony through the following channels:

• Website: www.sony.com/walkmansupport
• Sony Network Portable Audio Support Line: 1-(866)-456-7669
• Sony Customer Information Services Center Address: 12451 Gateway Blvd. Fort Myers, FL 33913

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FCC STATEMENT

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 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. This equipment generates, uses, 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 will not occur in a particular installation. If this 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 or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE

• SonicStage, OpenMG and the OpenMG logo, MagicGate, Memory Stick and the MagicGate Memory Stick logo, Memory Stick and the Memory Stick logo, Net MD and the Net MD logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
• Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT and Windows Media are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and /or other countries.
• IBM and PC/AT are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation.
• Macintosh is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. in the United States and/ or other countries.
• MMX and Pentium are trademarks or registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.
• All other trademarks and registered trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
• TM and ® marks are omitted in this manual.

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 management software based on such copyright protection technology as “OpenMG”1) and “MagicGate”2), conversion of audio files to the ATRAC or ATRAC33) format used on MDs became possible, enabling the recording of computer files to MDs.

Before using this product

This recorder can only record materials from the connected computer. This manual explains the recorder operations and the installation and basic use of the supplied SonicStage software. For details on the various operations, refer to the pages indicated below.

When using the recorder

Recorder Operation in this manual explain the use of the Net MD as an ordinary MiniDisc Walkman.
Troubleshooting and explanations. This section shows the troubles you may find while using the recorder, and their solutions.

Cause/Remedy

The installation appears to have stopped before it has completed.

Check for the appearance of an error message beneath the installation window. t Press the [Tab] key while holding down the [Alt] key. If an error message has appeared, press the [Enter] key. The installation will resume. If there is no message, the installation is still in progress. Wait a little while longer.

The progress bar on the display The installation is progressing normally. Please wait. is not moving. The access lamp has not lit for a few minutes.

If check-out (check-in) was not successful

• Was the battery power sufficient?
  • If the battery becomes exhausted during a check-out (or check-in), the check-out (or check-in) will not be completed. In this case, replace the dry battery with a new one and try again.
• Is the surrounding temperature too low?
  • During a check-out (or check-in), make sure the surrounding temperature is +5 ° C (+41° F) or higher. If the temperature is low, the recorder’s operation will become slow because of the nature of the battery.

Recorder Operation

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 your Net MD even when the Net MD is connected and a disc is inserted, the Net MD driver may not be correctly installed. Go to the [USB Controller] in the Windows Device Manager window to verify that your Net MD is correctly recognized. A [!] mark in the Device Manager window indicates that your Net MD is not correctly recognized. Reinstall the Net MD driver.

1. Click [Start]­[Settings]­[Control Panel].1)
2. Double click [System] in the control panel.2)
3. Click the [Hardware]3) tab, and then click [Device Manager].

The Device Manager window appears

1. In Windows XP, select [Start]­[Control Panel].
2. In Windows XP, double click [System] if the control panel is in the “classic” format, or click [Performance and Maintenance] and then [System] if the control panel is in the “category” format.
3. Depending on your system, the [Hardware] tab may not be provided. In this case, click the [Device Manager] tab to display the Device Manager window.

If the installation was not successful

• Be sure to close all Windows applications before you start the installation. If you start the installation while other programs are running, a malfunction may occur. This is especially true for programs that require large amounts of system resources, such as virus-check software.
• Be sure not to connect the Net MD to your computer before you start the installation. If the dedicated USB cable is connected to your computer before the installation, the installation cannot be done correctly. Connect the dedicated USB cable after the installation completed.
• Make sure your computer has enough hard disk drive space. 120MB of free space or more on the hard disk drive is required. If your computer does not have enough space, the installation may not be possible.

Checking the supplied accessories

• Headphones/earphones (1) Dedicated USB cable (1) CD-ROM (SonicStage Ver. 1.5 and Net MD Simple Burner Ver. 1.1) (1)*
• Do not play a CD-ROM on an audio CD player.

Uninstalling the SonicStage software

Notes

• Disconnect the dedicated USB cable before replacing the dry battery.
• The battery life may be shorter than that specified, depending on the operating conditions, the temperature of the location, and varieties of batteries.

1. Double-click [Add/Remove Programs].
2. The Add/Remove Programs Properties window appears.
3. Click [SonicStage 1.5.XX] in the list of programs for automatic removal, and then click [Add/Remove].
4. Click [OpenMG Secure Module 3.1]* in the list of programs for automatic removal, and then click [Add/Remove].
5. Do as instructed by the message and restart the computer. When the computer restarts, the uninstallation will be completed.

For Windows 2000 users

Log on as “Administrator”, and then follow the instructions below. Refer to the operating instructions of your computer for details on logging on as an administrator.

1. Click [Start]­[Settings]­[Control Panel].
   • The “Control Panel” window appears.
2. Double-click [Add/Remove Programs].
   • The “Add/Remove Programs” dialog box appears.
3. Click [Change or Remove Programs].
4. Click [SonicStage 1.5.XX] in the “Currently Installed Programs” list, and then click [Change/Remove].
5. Click [OpenMG Secure Module 3.1]* in the “Currently Installed Programs” list, and then click [Change/Remove].

Do as instructed by the message and restart the computer. When the computer restarts, the uninstallation will be completed.

If SonicStage Ver.1.5 is co-existing with OpenMG Jukebox Ver.2.2 or SonicStage Premium on your computer, and you uninstall one or the other, make sure [OpenMG Secure Module 3.1] is not uninstalled since it is commonly used with both software applications.

Uninstalling the SonicStage software

To uninstall the SonicStage software, follow the procedures below.

For Windows XP users

Log on with a user name with “Computer Administrator” as an attribute. Refer to the operating instructions of your computer for details on logging on as an administrator.

For Window s 98 Second Edition users Importing MP3 files to the computer or playing WAV files on the computer Microsoft Media Player version 7.0 or higher is required for importing MP3 files or playing WAV files. Users of earlier versions can download the most recent version from the Microsoft website (http://www.microsoft.com/).

Other information

Settings according to OS

The settings and precautions will differ according to the operating system being used. Check the items that apply to your system. For Window s XP users Restrictions when running the SonicStage software under Windows XP · To install this software, you must log on with a user name with “Computer Administrator”* as an attribute. · You must log on with the user name “Administrators” or “Power Users” to use the SonicStage software. · Both edition of Windows XP (Home/Professional) can be used. · The NTFS format of Windows XP Home Edition or Windows XP Professional (factory installed) can be used only with the standard (factory) settings.

To check whether the user name has the attribute of “Computer Administrator” Go to [Start]- [Control Panel]-[User Account], and then check the user name displayed on the window. When using SonicStage under Windows XP If you use the “System Restore” function in Windows “System Tools”, audio data managed by SonicStage may become corrupted and rendered unplayable. Before executing the system restoration procedure, you should first back up all audio files and restore them after doing the system restoration procedure. For details about backup procedures, refer to online help.

Note: Restoring backup data requires access to the Internet. If an audio file becomes unplayable after restoring the system, an error dialog box may appear. If this occurs, do as instructed by the message.

Adjusting the sound quality

You can change the preset sound quality. To change the preset sound quality, select “SOUND1” or “SOUND2”, the one you want to change, in advance.

1. While playing, press MENU. 2 Press . or > repeatedly until “SOUND” appears in the display, and then press ENT/NX.
2. Press . or > repeatedly until “SET” appears in the display, and then press ENT/NX.
3. Press . or > repeatedly until “SOUND1” or “SOUND2” appears in the display, and then press ENT/ NX. The display shows the currently “BASS” sound setting.
4. Press . or > repeatedly to adjust the sound level. Shows “SOUND1″ or ” SOUND2″ is selected
   • The sound can be adjusted in 8 steps. (­4, ­3, …±0, …+2, +3)
5. Press ENT/NX. “BASS” is set and the display changes to “TRE” (treble) setting mode.
6. Press . or > repeatedly to adjust the sound level, and then press ENT/NX to enter the selection. “TRE” (treble) is set. The sound settings are saved and the playback display appears again

Locking the controls (HOLD)

• To prevent the buttons from being accidentally operated when you carry the player, use this function.

Storing audio data to your computer

• This section explains how to record and store audio data from an audio CD to the hard disk drive of your computer.
• The procedure in this section is used to record all tracks on an audio CD. To record only specific tracks from a CD, or from other sound sources, see the online help for details.

Note

The system may malfunction if your computer changes to system suspend or hibernation mode while the software is playing, recording, or connecting to an external device or media* such as a Net MD. Make sure to disable any changes to suspend or hibernation mode.
For this software, the word “MD” refers to the built-in MD slot on the computer, and “Device/ Media” to a Net MD that is externally connected over a USB cable.

Troubleshooting and explanations

Troubles and solutions

If you find any troubles operating the recorder, follow the steps below.

1. Check this section, “Troubles and solutions”.
2. If you cannot solve the problem after you made checks, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Cause/Remedy

• Repeat play is selected. , Use MENU on the recorder to change back to the normal play.
• Playback mode is changed. , Use MENU on the recorder to change back to the normal play.
• Disc playing stopped before it came to the last track. , Press NX for 2 seconds or more to start playing.
• Group play mode is selected. , Use MENU on the recorder to change back to the normal play, and then press NX for 2 seconds or more to start playing.
• The digital sound preset is off. , Select “SOUND1” or “SOUND2”.
• The recorder is placed where it receives continuous vibration. , Put the recorder on a stable place.
• A very short track may cause sound to skip. , Try not to create a track under one second long.
• Strong magnetism from a television or such device is interfering with operation. , Move the recorder away from the source of strong magnetism.
• The sound was recorded in LP4 stereo mode. , Because of the nature of the compression method used in LP4 mode, noise may be output on very rare occasions during playback of sound recorded in this mode.
• AVLS is on. , Release AVLS settings.

This is due to the MiniDisc system limitations. Group information has been written to the area where the disc name is stored. The disc name and track names are recorded in the same area, which can store a maximum of approximately 1,700 characters. If the total number exceeds this amount, a new group cannot be created even though group mode is on. It is also impossible to make group settings at this time.

Symptom

• The recorder does not work or works poorly.

Cause/Remedy

• The volume is low. , Turn up the volume.
• No disc is inserted (“NoDISC” appears in the display). , Insert a recorded disc.

Connecting the Net MD to your computer

After the software installation is completed, connect the Net MD to your computer. Refer to the operating instructions of the Net MD as well.

1. Make sure the remaining power of the dry battery is sufficient.
   • Note: Disconnect the dedicated USB cable before replacing the dry battery.
2. Insert a recordable disc into the Net MD.
3. Make the power source and the dedicated USB cable connections with the Net MD and the computer.
4. Check the connections.

When the connections have been properly made, “PCppMD”* appears in the display of the Net MD.
Depending on the device, “Net MD” may be displayed.

Notes

• When using the Net MD connected to your computer, make sure to run the recorder with a new dry battery. We do not assure the results should there be a mis-operation, check-out failure, or destruction of audio data caused by insufficient battery power.
• Place the recorder on a stable surface so that the dedicated USB cable does not become detached.

Editing

• You can easily edit audio data or add labels from the keyboard.

Creating a music library

• You can create a music library of your favorite songs on your computer.

System requirements

• The following hardware and software are required in order to use the SonicStage software for the Net MD.

Notes

• We do not ensure trouble-free operation on all computers that satisfy the system requirements.
• We do not ensure trouble-free operation of the system suspend, sleep, or hibernation function on all computers.

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