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Sony Net MD Walkman MZ-N505 User Manual

Sony Net MD Walkman MZ-N505
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Portable
MiniDisc Recorder
Operating Instructions
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MZ-N505
WALKMAN is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
Portable MiniDisc Recorder MZ-N505

Table of Contents

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Sony Net MD Walkman MZ-N505 Specifications

General IconGeneral
ModelMZ-N505
CategoryCD Player
Media TypeMiniDisc
TypeMiniDisc Player
Recording FormatATRAC, ATRAC3
Playback FormatATRAC, ATRAC3
ConnectivityUSB
FeaturesNet MD, Group Function
DisplayLCD
Frequency Response20 Hz - 20 kHz
Power SourceBattery
Included AccessoriesHeadphones, USB Cable

Summary

Operating Instructions

Overview

Checking the supplied accessories

Lists all the items included with the MiniDisc recorder.

Looking at the controls

The recorder

Identifies and describes the physical buttons and ports on the recorder unit.

The display window of the recorder

Explains the various indicators and information shown on the recorder's display.

The headphones/earphones with a remote control

Details the functions and controls of the included remote-controlled headphones.

Getting started!

Using the dry battery

Instructions on how to insert and use AA alkaline batteries as an alternative power source.

Recording an MD right away! (Synchro-recording)

Transferring songs from the computer to the MiniDisc (Check-out)

Playing an MD right away!

Various ways of recording

Note on digital and analog recording (Digital input and analog input)

Compares digital optical and analog line inputs for recording audio.

Recording in analog (Analog Recording)

Step-by-step guide for recording audio using analog line input connections.

Long-time recording (MDLP)

Explains how to use MDLP modes (LP2, LP4) for extended recording times.

When you do not want “LP:” added automatically at the beginning of a track

How to disable the automatic addition of "LP:" to track names in MDLP mode.

Recording tracks using the group function (Group Mode Recording)

How to organize tracks into groups for playback and management.

Recording a track into a new group

Process for creating a new group and adding the current track to it.

Recording a track into an existing group

How to add a track to a previously created group on the MD.

Recording without overwriting existing material

Instructions to record new material after the last recorded content without erasing.

Adding track marks automatically (Auto Time Stamp)

Feature to automatically insert track marks at specified time intervals during analog recording.

Using Auto Time Stamp to add track marks while recording

Details on how Auto Time Stamp inserts marks based on elapsed recording time.

Adjusting the recording level manually (Manual Recording)

Guide to manually setting the input audio level for optimal recording.

Various ways of playback

Using the group function (Group Mode)

Explains how to operate playback using the group organization feature.

Listening to tracks in a specific group (Group Mode Playback)

How to play back tracks belonging to a selected group.

Selecting and playing groups (Group Skip Mode)

How to navigate and select different groups for playback.

Changing play modes

Options for selecting playback modes like repeat, shuffle, and single track.

Emphasizing bass (DIGITAL MEGA BASS)

How to activate the Mega Bass feature for enhanced low-frequency sound.

Checking the remaining time or the playing position

How to view track, group, or disc information during playback.

Editing recorded tracks

Labeling/relabeling recordings

Overview of naming tracks, groups, and discs using the recorder's character palette.

Labeling recordings

Step-by-step process for naming tracks, groups, or discs.

Relabeling recordings

Instructions for changing existing names of tracks, groups, or discs.

Registering tracks or groups as a new group (Group Setting)

How to create new groups by selecting sequential tracks or existing groups.

Moving recorded tracks

Procedure for changing the order of tracks on the MiniDisc.

Moving a track to a different group

How to move a specific track from its current group to another group.

Changing the order of a group on a disc (Group Move)

Method for reordering groups on the disc.

Adding a track mark

How to manually insert a track mark to divide recordings into new tracks.

To add track marks while recording (except while synchro-recording)

Using the T MARK button to add track marks during non-synchro recording.

Erasing a track mark

How to remove an unwanted track mark to combine adjacent tracks.

Erasing tracks

General procedures for deleting tracks from the MiniDisc.

To erase a track

Specific steps to delete a single track from the disc.

To erase a part of a track

How to erase a segment within a track by adding track marks.

To erase the whole disc

Procedure to quickly erase all content and data from the entire MiniDisc.

To erase a group

How to delete all tracks belonging to a specific group.

Other Operations

Protecting your hearing (AVLS)

Explains the Automatic Volume Limiter System to protect hearing from loud sounds.

Turning off the beep sound

How to disable audible beep notifications from the recorder and remote.

Locking the controls (HOLD)

How to activate the HOLD function to prevent accidental button presses.

Power sources

Battery life

Provides estimated battery operating times for recording and playback.

Precautions

On safety

Important safety warnings regarding electrical hazards, foreign objects, and heat.

On power sources

Guidelines for using AC adapters, batteries, and power connections correctly.

On the headphones/earphones

Advice on safe and considerate use of headphones, including road safety.

On the MiniDisc cartridge

Proper handling, storage, and care instructions for MiniDisc cartridges.

On cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the recorder casing, lens, and plugs.

System limitations

Troubleshooting

List of menus

Messages

Specifications

Explanations

What is "Net MD"?

Defines Net MD technology and its features for computer audio transfer.

How the MiniDisc got so small

Explains the ATRAC compression technology that enables MiniDisc miniaturization.

The meaning of “no sound”

Defines the recorder's condition when input levels are too low.

Quick Random Access

Describes how MDs allow fast access to any music track, similar to CDs.

Restrictions on the editing of tracks checked out from your computer

Explains why editing is restricted for computer-checked-out tracks.

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