3-223-746-13(1)
Portable
MiniDisc Recorder
Operating Instructions
© 2000 Sony Corporation
MZ-R500/R500PC/R500DPC
2-GB
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do
not 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.
Listening for many hours at maximum
volume may damage your hearing.
CAUTION -- INVISIBLE LASER
RADIATION WHEN OPEN
AVOID EXPOSURE TO BEAM
Information
For customers in the USA
Owner's Record
The serial number is located at the rear of
the disc compartment lid and the model
number is located at the top and bottom.
Record the serial number in the space
provided below. Refer to them whenever
you call upon your Sony dealer regarding
this product.
Model No.
Serial No.
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.
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.
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in
this manual could void your authority to
operate this equipment.
Do not install the appliance in a
confined space, such as a bookcase or
built-in cabinet.
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.
WARNING
3-GB
For customers in Canada
To prevent electric shock, do not use this
polarized AC plug with an extension cord,
receptacle or other outlet unless the
blades can be fully inserted to prevent
blade exposure.
The CE mark on the unit is
valid only for products
marketed in the European
Union.
Certain countries may regulate disposal of
battery used to power this product.
Please consult with your local authority.
WALKMAN and
are trademarks
of Sony Corporation.
GB
4-GB
Table of contents
Looking at the controls .................................... 6
Getting started ................................................. 8
Recording an MD right away! ......................... 10
Playing an MD right away! .............................. 13
Various ways of recording .............................. 15
Two ways of connecting to a sound source ..........................................15
Recording with analog input (line cable required) ...............................16
Recording for long times ......................................................................16
To start/stop recording in sync with the source player
(Synchro-recording) ........................................................................17
Recording without overwriting existing material .................................18
Adjusting the recording level manually
(Manual recording) ..........................................................................19
Checking the remaining time or the recording position .......................20
Various ways of playback .............................. 21
Playing tracks repeatedly ......................................................................21
Emphasizing bass (DIGITAL MEGA BASS) ......................................22
Protecting your hearing (AVLS) ...........................................................22
Checking the remaining time or the playing position ...........................23
Locking the controls (HOLD) ...............................................................23
Connecting to a stereo system ..............................................................24
5-GB
Editing recorded tracks .................................. 25
Erasing tracks ....................................................................................... 25
To erase a track .............................................................................. 25
To erase the whole disc .................................................................. 25
Adding a track mark ............................................................................. 26
Erasing a track mark ............................................................................ 26
Moving recorded tracks ....................................................................... 27
Labeling recordings .............................................................................. 28
Additional information .................................... 30
Precautions ........................................................................................... 30
Troubleshooting ................................................................................... 32
System limitations ................................................................................ 34
Messages .............................................................................................. 35
Specifications ....................................................................................... 37
What is an MD? ................................................................................... 38