B
Other operations
(continued)
Remote control
./N>
VOL +/–
HOLD
DISPLAY
SOUND
PLAYMODE
RPT/ENT
x
X
Player
VOL +/–
Bottom side of the player
HOLD
Suppressing the skips of
the sound
(G-PROTECTION)
The G-PROTECTION function was developed
to provide a higher level of shock resistance
than that of existing players in order to allow
the player to be used while jogging.
Note
The playback sound may skip if:
— the player receives stronger continuous
shock.
— a dirty or scratched MiniDisc is played.
Protecting your hearing
(AVLS)
AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System)
function keeps down the maximum volume to
protect your ears.
On the remote control
1
During playback, press DISPLAY for 2
seconds or more.
2
Turn the control repeatedly until
“OPTION” flashes in the display and
press
x
.
3
Turn the control repeatedly until
“AVLS” flashes in the display and
press
x
.
4
Turn the control repeatedly until
“AVLS ON” flashes in the display and
press
x
.
“AVLS ON” appears in the display.
On the player
1
During playback, slide HOLD towards
.
.
2
While pressing VOL –, slide HOLD in
the opposite direction.
To cancel the AVLS function
On the remote control, select “AVLS OFF” in
step 4.
On the player, during playback, slide HOLD
in the direction of
.
, and then while
pressing VOL +, slide HOLD in the opposite
direction.
B
Power sources
When to replace or
recharge the battery
You can check the battery condition through
the battery indicator on the remote control
and the LED on the player while using the
player.
Indicator on the remote control
t
Battery power decreasing
v
r
Weak battery
v
e
The battery has gone out.
“LOW BATT” flashes in the display
on the remote control, and the
power goes off.
Indicator of the LED on the player
The LED lights up.
There is sufficient
battery power.
v
The LED flashes slowly.
Battery power
decreasing
v
The LED flashes quickly.
The battery is low.
The LED will soon
turn off and the
supply of power will
stop.
Notes
• The battery indicator may show the battery to
be fully charged even when it is not. Charging
the battery shorter than the prescribed time will
result in a shorter operating time on the player.
• The battery indicator will show a low charge
during forward or backward operation or
when the operating temperature is extremely
low.
Battery life
1)
(Unit: Approx. hours) (JEITA
2)
)
Batteries
Ni-MH
rechargeable
battery
NH-14WM(A)
3)
LR6 (SG)
Sony Alkaline
dry battery
4)
LR6 (SG)
4)
and
NH-14WM(A)
3)
1)
Measured with the power save function on (see
“Preserving battery power”) is on.
2)
Measured in accordance with the JEITA (Japan
Electronics and Information Technology
Industries Association) standard (using a Sony
MDW-series Mini-disc).
3)
With a fully charged battery
4)
When using a Sony LR6 (SG) “STAMINA” alkaline
dry battery (produced in Japan).
Note
The battery operation may be shorter than that
specified, depending on the operating conditions,
the temperature of the location, and the type of
battery being used.
Turning off the beep
sound
You can turn off the beep sound of the remote
control in the headphones/earphones.
This procedure can be done by the remote
control.
1
Press DISPLAY for 2 seconds or more.
2
Turn the control repeatedly until
“OPTION” flashes in the display and
press
x
.
3
Turn the control repeatedly until
“BEEP” flashes in the display and
press
x
.
4
Turn the control repeatedly until
“BEEP OFF” flashes in the display and
press
x
.
To cancel the setting
Select “BEEP ON” and press
x
in step 4.
Locking the controls
(HOLD)
1
Slide HOLD on the remote control in
the direction of the
.
to lock the
controls of the remote control and slide
HOLD on the player in the direction of
the
.
to lock the controls of the
player.
To unlock the controls
Slide HOLD to the opposite directions of the
arrows.
Preserving battery power
(Power Save Mode)
You can reduce power consumption and
extend the operating life of the battery by
turning off the LED during all times,
regardless of the operating condition.
This procedure can be done by the remote
control.
1
Press DISPLAY for 2 seconds or more.
2
Turn the control repeatedly until
“OPTION” flashes in the display, and
then press
x
.
3
Turn the control repeatedly until
“PowerSave” flashes in the display,
and then press
x
.
4
Turn the control repeatedly until
“P–SaveON” flashes in the display,
and then press
x
.
To cancel the setting
Select “P–SaveOFF” and press
x
in step 4.
B
Additional information
Precautions
On safety
• Make sure to keep the player in the supplied
carrying pouch. If the terminals on the player,
battery charging stand, or battery case are
accidently brought into contact with a metallic
object, they may short-circuit and begin to
heat up.
• Keep the terminals on the player or on the
battery case away from metallic objects or
surfaces. Such contact may short-circuit the
terminals and cause dangerous heat
generation. When carrying the player with
you, always keep the battery case attached to
the player and the player in the supplied
carrying pouch.
• When you carry the supplied rechargeable
battery, be sure to put it in the supplied
rechargeable battery carrying case. Carrying
the rechargeable battery without the case may
cause a short-circuit with metallic objects such
as coins, key rings, or necklaces. As a result,
heat may be generated.
• Do not put any foreign objects in the DC IN
3V jack.
• Do not carry or store the dry battery or battery
case in the same place with metallic objects
such as coins, key rings, or necklaces. This
may cause a short-circuit and the generation of
heat.
• Incorrect battery usage may cause the battery
fluid to leak or battery to burst. To prevent
such accidents, observe the following
precautions:
— Install battery with the + and – poles
aligned correctly.
— Do not charge dry battery.
• If a battery leak should develop, carefully and
thoroughly wipe away the battery fluid in the
battery compartment before inserting a new
battery.
• If you will not use the player for a long time, be
sure to disconnect the power supply (AC
power adaptor, dry battery, rechargeable
battery, or battery charging stand). When
disconnecting the AC power adaptor from the
electrical outlet, grasp the adaptor plug itself;
never pull the cord.
On the AC power adaptor (for the
supplied battery charging stand)
• For use in your house: Use the supplied AC
power adaptor. Do not use any other AC
power adaptor since it may cause the player to
malfunction.
Polarity of the plug
• Position the player within easy reach of the
electrical outlet. Should you notice an
abnormality in the player, disconnect the AC
power adaptor from the electrical outlet
immediately.
On charging
• The supplied battery charging stand can be
used only with the MZ-E505. It cannot be
used to charge any other models.
• Do not use the MZ-E505 to charge any other
battery besides the one designated for it.
• The battery charging stand and the battery
may become hot during the charging
procedure; this, however poses no danger.
• Because of the battery’s characteristics, the
capacity of the battery may be smaller than
normal when it is used for the first time or
after a long period of disuse. In this case,
charge and discharge the battery several times.
The normal battery life will be restored.
• The rechargeable battery can be recharged
about 300 times.
• If the capacity of the rechargeable battery
drops to half the normal amount, replace it
with a new one.
• Remove the rechargeable battery when the
unit will not be used for a long time.
• If you are not going to use the player for a
long time, remove the AC power adaptor from
the wall outlet, and remove the player from
the battery charging stand.
• The CHARGE lamp will go off about 6 hours
after you place the player on the battery
charging stand. If you remove the player from
the battery charging stand for 3 seconds or
more while it is charging, the CHARGE lamp
will go off and it will take about 6 hours for
the lamp to go off from the next time you
place the player on the battery charging stand.
On Handling
• Do not drop or bump the player. This may
cause the player to malfunction.
• Do not pull on the remote control or
headphones/earphones cords.
• Do not place the player in the following
places:
— An extremely hot place (over 60°C (140°F))
— A place exposed to direct sunlight or near a
heater
— In a car with the windows rolled up
(especially in the summer)
— In a damp place such as a bathroom
— Near a source of electromagnetic fields such
as a magnet, speaker, or TV
— In a dusty place
On heat build-up
Heat may build up in the player if it is used
for an extended period of time. This,
however, is not a malfunction.
On mechanical noise
The player emits mechanical noise while
operating, which is caused by the power-
saving system of the player. This is not a
malfunction.
On installation
• Never use the player where it will be subjected
to extremes of light, temperature, moisture or
vibration.
• Never wrap the player in anything when it is
being used with the AC power adaptor. Heat
build-up in the player may cause malfunction
or injury.
On the remote control
The supplied remote control is designed for
use with the MZ-E505 only. Note also that
the player cannot be controlled by remote
controls for other models.
On the MiniDisc cartridge
• Do not touch the internal disc directly.
Forcing the shutter open may damage the
internal disc.
• When transporting a minidisc, keep it in its
case.
• Do not place the cartridge where it will be
subjected to light, temperature, moisture or
dust.
• Do not affix the label outside of the specified
area on the MD. Make sure the label is placed
within the recessed space on the disc.
On the headphones/earphones
Road safety
• Do not use headphones/earphones while
driving, cycling, or operating any motorized
vehicle. This may lead to a traffic accident and
is illegal in many areas. It can also be
potentially dangerous to play your player at
high volumes while walking, especially at
pedestrian crossings. You should exercise
extreme caution or discontinue using the
player in potentially hazardous situations.
• If you experience an allergic reaction to the
supplied headphones/earphones, stop using
them at once and consult a doctor or a Sony
service center.
Preventing hearing damage
Avoid using headphones/earphones at high
volumes. Hearing experts advise against
continuous, loud and extended play. If you
experience a ringing in your ears, reduce the
volume or discontinue use.
Caring for others
Keep the volume at a moderate level. This
will allow you to hear outside sounds and to
be considerate of the people around you.
On the battery case
The supplied battery case is designed for use
with the MZ-E505 only.
On cleaning
• After wiping the player casing with a soft
cloth slightly moistened with water, wipe it
again with a dry cloth. Do not use any type of
abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such
as alcohol or benzene as this may mar the
finish on the casing.
• Wipe the disc cartridge with a dry cloth to
remove dirt.
• Dust on the lens may prevent the unit from
operating properly. Be sure to close the disc
compartment lid after inserting or ejecting an
MD.
• To maintain good sound quality, use a soft
cloth to clean the plugs of the headphones/
earphones and remote control. A dirty plug
may cause noise or intermittent breaks in the
sound during playback.
• Clean the terminals periodically with a cotton
swab or a soft cloth as illustrated.
Rechargeable battery compartment
Layer
Dry battery case
Rechargeable battery (supplied)/
Dry battery (not supplied)
Terminal
Battery charging stand
Bottom side of the player
Terminal
If you have any questions or problems
concerning your player, please consult your
nearest Sony dealer. (If a trouble occurred
when the disc was in the player, we
recommend that the disc be left in the player
when you consult your Sony dealer so that
the cause of trouble may be better
understood.)
Troubleshooting
The player does not work or works
poorly.
• You tried to play with no disc in the
player (“NO DISC” flashes on the
remote control).
b
Insert an MD.
•The hold function is activated and the
controls are locked. (If you press any of
the operation buttons on the player,
“HOLD” flashes on the remote control.)
b
Slide HOLD in the opposite
direction of the arrow to release the
hold function.
• When the remote control is enabled for
settings (“MENU” appears on the
remote control when a button on the
player is pressed.)
b
End the setting procedure using the
remote control or disconnect the
remote control plug.
•Moisture has condensed inside the
player.
b
Take the MD out and wait for
several hours until the moisture has
evaporated.
• The rechargeable battery or dry battery
is weak (“LOW BATT” flashes on the
remote control).
b
Insert a new dry battery or recharge
the battery.
• The rechargeable battery or dry battery
has been installed incorrectly.
b
Install the battery with correct
polarity.
•An MD with nothing recording on it is
inserted (“BLANKDISC” flashes on the
remote control).
b
Insert a recorded MD.
• The player cannot read the disc. (it’s
scratched or dirty) (“DISC ERR” flashes
on the remote control.)
b
Reinsert or replace the disc.
• While operating, the player received a
mechanical shock, too much static,
abnormal power voltage caused by
lightning etc.
b
Restart the player as follows:
1
Disconnect the power source.
2
Let the player sit for about
30 seconds.
3
Reconnect the power source.
The MD does not play normally.
• The player is set to the repeat mode.
(“ ” is displayed on the remote
control.)
b
Press RPT/ENT on the remote
control repeatedly until “ ”
disappears, then start playing.
• The disc is playing in group mode.
b
Turn off group mode.
The MD does not play from the first
track.
• The disc stopped playing before
reaching the last track.
b
Turn and hold the control towards
N>
for 2 seconds or more to
start playing from the first track.
• The disc is playing in group mode.
b
Turn off group mode and stop
playback, then turn and hold the
control towards
N>
for 2
seconds or more to start playing
from the first track.
The digital sound preset function does
not work.
• The digital sound preset function is off.
b
Press SOUND on the remote control
repeatedly to select “SOUND1” or
“SOUND2.”
The playback sound skips.
• The player is placed where it receives
continuous vibration.
b
Place the player at a stable place.
• A very short track may cause sound to
skip.
The sound has a lot of static.
• Strong magnetism from a television or
other device causing interference.
b
Move the player away from the
source of strong magnetism.
SP Stereo LP2
LP4
(normal)
Stereo Stereo
33
37
43
49
54
64
87
97
120
Terminal
Noise is momentarily heard.
•The sound was recorded in LP4 stereo
mode.
b
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.
The rechargeable battery does not start
charging.
•The terminals of the battery charging
stand are dirty.
b
Wipe the terminals with a dry cloth.
•The rechargeable battery is not inserted
in the player. (When the player is on the
battery charging stand, “NO BATT”
appears on the remote control when
you press one of the operation buttons
on the player or the remote control in
order to check the battery level. )
b
Insert the rechargeable battery into
the player.
The CHARGE lamp does not turn on.
•The rechargeable battery is not inserted
in the player.
b
Insert the rechargeable battery into
the player.
The player does not operate properly.
•The player is operating while still
placed on the battery charging stand.
b
Remove the player from the battery
charging stand.
•An attempt was made to enter group
mode with program play selected.
b
Change to group mode before
selecting program play.
There is no sound output from the
headphones/earphones or the sound is
too low.
•The headphones/earphones plug is not
firmly inserted.
b
Insert the headphones/earphones
plug firmly to the remote control.
b
Insert the headphones/earphones
plug firmly into the
i
jack.
•AVLS is on.
b
Cancel the AVLS function. For more
details, see “To cancel the AVLS
function” in “Protecting your
hearing.”
The 3 Color Info-LED does not turn on.
•Power save mode is on.
b
Turn off power save mode. For
more details, see “Preserving battery
power.”
The group function (group mode/group
skip mode) does not function.
•An attempt was made to enter group
mode while using a disc that has no
group settings.
b
Use a disc with group settings.
•An attempt was made to enter group
mode while playing a track that belongs
to no group.
b
The group function cannot be used
while a track that belongs to no
group is playing.
•An attempt was made to enter group
mode with program play selected.
b
Change to group mode before
selecting program play.
When you rewind/forward, the track
does not go back or go forward to the
consecutive track.
•Group skip mode is on
b
Turn off group skip mode. Group
skip mode will be canceled if no
operation is performed within 5
seconds. For more details, see
“Selecting and playing specific
groups.”
Specifications
Audio playing system
MiniDisc digital audio system
Laser diode properties
Material: GaAlAs
Wavelength:
λ
= 790 nm
Emission duration: continuous
Laser output: less than 44.6 µW*
* This output is the value measured at a distance
of 200 mm from the objective lens surface on
the optical pick-up block with 7 mm aperture.
Revolutions
Approx. 300 rpm to 2,700 rpm
Error correction
ACIRC (Advanced Cross Interleave Reed
Solomon Code)
Sampling frequency
44.1 kHz
Coding
ATRAC (Adaptive TRansform Acoustic Coding)
ATRAC3: LP2/LP4
Modulation system
EFM (Eight to Fourteen Modulation)
Number of channels
2 stereo channels
1 monaural channel
Frequency response
20 to 20,000 Hz ± 3 dB
Wow and Flutter
Below measurable limits
Outputs
Headphones/earphones: stereo mini-jack,
maximum output level
5 mW + 5 mW load impedance 16
Ω
Power requirements
Player:
Nickel metal hydride rechargeable
battery
One NH-14WM(A) (supplied): 1.2V,
1,350 mAh
One LR6 (size AA) battery (not
supplied)
Battery charging stand:
AC power adaptor DC 3V, AC 100V,
50/60Hz
Battery operation time
See “When to replace or recharge the battery”
Dimensions
Approx. 74.5
×
81.0
×
17.6 mm (w/h/d)
(
3
×
3
1
/
4
×
23
/
32
in.)
(not including projecting parts and controls)
Mass
Approx. 73 g (2.6 oz) (the player only)
Supplied accessories
Headphones/earphones with a remote control (1)
Battery charging stand (1)
AC power adaptor (for the supplied battery
charging stand) (1)
Rechargeable battery (1)
Rechargeable battery carrying case (1)
Dry battery case (1)
Carrying pouch (1)
US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby
Laboratories.
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Optional accessories
NH-14WM Nickel metal hydride rechargeable
battery
MDR series stereo headphones/earphones*
SRS series Active Speakers
* Whether you should plug the headphones/
earphones directly to the
i
jack on the main
unit, use only headphones/earphones with
stereo mini plugs. Headphones/earphones
with a microplug cannot be used.
Your dealer may not handle some of the above
listed accessories. Please ask the dealer for
detailed information about the accessories in
your country.
Parts and controls
The Player
3
2
1
4
I
J
H
F
G
E
1
.
/
N>
* button
2
VOL +*/– button
3
i
(earphones) jack
4
OPEN switch
5
Battery compartment
6
GROUP button
7
x
button
8
HOLD (Locking the control) switch
9
Terminals for charging stand/
dry battery case (at the bottom)
q;
3 Color Info-LED
* The
N>
and VOL + buttons have tactile
dots.
The earphones with a remote
control
J
+
–
H
I
K
D
A
L
F
B
E
G
C
1
Headphones/earphones
2
Stereo mini plug
3
X
(pause) button
4
SOUND button
5
RPT/ENT (Repeat/Enter) button
6
PLAYMODE button
7
DISPLAY button
8
x
(stop) button**
9
Control (
.
/
N>
)
q;
Control VOL +/–
Pull and turn to adjust the volume.
qa
HOLD (Locking the control) switch
qs
Display window
** The stop button also operates as the enter
button, depending on the function.
The display window of the remote
control
F
A
B
C
D
E
1
Track number display
2
Charactor information display
3
Disc indication
4
Play mode indication
5
Battery level indication
6
SOUND indication
The battery charging stand
A
B
C
1
Terminals for charging
2
CHARGE lamp
3
DC IN 3V jack (at the rear)
3 Color Info-LED
Terminal
Terminal
