To lo ck t h e co n t ro ls (HOLD)
To prevent the buttons from being
accidentally operated when you carry the
player, use this function.
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•
Do not touch the internal disc directly.
Forcing the shutter open may damage the
internal disc.
Tro u b le sh o o t in g
Sp e cifica t io n s
Do this (Beeps in the
To
Pre ca u t io n s
Should any problem persist after you have
made these checks, consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
Syst e m
Audio playing system
headphones)
Playing an MD right
away!
•
Do not place the cartridge where it will be
subjected to light, temperature, moisture or
dust.
Pla yin g t ra cks re p e a t e d ly
HOLD
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
800 rpm to 1,800 rpm
Error correction
Advanced Cross Interleave Reed Solomon Code
(ACIRC)
Sampling frequency
On h e a t b u ild -u p
Press X on the remote
control. (Continuous
short beeps)
Pause
Heat may build up in the player if it is used
for an extended period of time. In this case,
leave the player to cool down.
You can play tracks repeatedly in three ways
— all repeat, single repeat, and shuffle repeat.
The player does not w ork or w orks
poorly.
• You tried to play with no disc in the
player (“NO DISC” flashes on the
remote control).
Portable MiniDisc Player
On m e ch a n ica l n o ise
Press X on the remote
control again to
resume play.*
The player gives out mechanical noise while
operating, which is caused by the power-
saving system of the player. This is not a
malfunction.
PLAYMODE
Stereo or monaural playback is automatically selected, depending on the
sound source.
On in st a lla t io n
1
Operating instructions
Mode d’emploi (au dos)
Never use the player where it will be
subjected to extremes of light, temperature,
moisture or vibration.
b
Insert an MD.
Find the
Press .once.
• 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.)
beginning of
the current
track
Press the control
towards . on the
remote control. (Three
short beeps)
HOLD
If you have any questions or problems
concerning your player, please consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
Press PLAYMODE while the player is playing
an MD.
Each time you press PLAYMODE, the play
mode indication changes as follows.
On t h e h e a d p h o n e s
Road safety
1
Insert the dry battery.
b
Slide HOLD against the direction of
the arrow to release the hold
function.
Do not use headphones while driving,
cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. It
may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in
many areas. It can also be potentially
dangerous to play your player at high volume
while walking, especially at pedestrian
crossings. You should exercise extreme
caution or discontinue use in potentially
hazardous situations.
Use one LR6 (size AA) dry battery (not supplied) to power the player. For longer
playback, an alkaline battery is recommended.
Find the
Press . repeatedly.
Press the control
towards . on the
remote control
Slide HOLD on the player in the direction of
the . to lock the controls of the unit.
Slide HOLD on the remote control in the
direction of the . to lock the controls of the
remote control.
beginning of
the previous
tracks
44.1 kHz
Coding
Play mode indication
• Moisture has condensed inside the
player.
1 Slide and open the battery
compartment as shown in the
illustration.
2 Insert the battery.
Adaptive TRansform Acoustic Coding (ATRAC)
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 limit
Outputs
TM
repeatedly.
(Continuous three
short beeps)
b
Take the MD out and leave the
player’s lid open for several hours
until the moisture evaporates.
MZ-E60
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(none) (normal play)
All the tracks are played once.
• The dry battery is weak (“LOW BATT”
flashes on the remote control).
Press > N once.
Press the control
towards N/ > on
the remote control.
(Two short beeps)
Find the
beginning of
the next track
b
To e m p h a size b a ss
(DIGITAL MEGABASS)
The DIGITAL MEGABASS function
intensifies low frequency sound for richer
quality audio reproduction.
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b
Replace the dry battery.
Preventing hearing damage
Make sure the +
and – terminals
are correctly
oriented.
“
” (all repeat)
• The dry battery has been installed
incorrectly.
Avoid using headphones at high volume.
Hearing experts advise against continuous,
loud and extended play. If you experience a
ringing in your ears, reduce the volume or
discontinue use.
All the tracks are played repeatedly.
In fo rm a t io n
b
Install the battery with correct
polarity.
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WARNING
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.
Hold down ..
Go backwards
while
playing*
“
” (single repeat)
Headphones: stereo mini-jack, maximum output
level 5 mW + 5 mW, load impedance 16 ohms
• An MD with no recording on it is
inserted (“BLANKDISC” flashes on the
remote control).
Press and hold the
control towards .
on the remote control.
A single track is played repeatedly.
To p re ve n t fire o r sh o ck
h a za rd , d o n o t e xp o se
t h e u n it t o ra in o r
m o ist u re .
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Caring for others
Ge n e ra l
Pow er requirements
One LR6 (size AA) battery (not supplied)
Battery operation time
See “When to replace the battery”
Dimensions
Approx. 81 × 25 × 74 mm (w/ h/ d)
(3 1/ 4 × 1 × 3 in.) not including projecting parts
and controls
Keep the volume at a moderate level. This
will allow you to hear outside sounds and to
be considerate of the people around you.
“
” (shuffle repeat)
b
Insert a recorded MD.
Hold down > N.
Press and hold the
control towards
N/ > on the
Go forward
while
playing*
All the tracks are played repeatedly in
random order.
• The player cannot read the disc (it’s
scratched or dirty) (“DISC ERR” flashes
on the remote control).
When to replace the battery
You can check the battery condition with the battery indication which is displayed while
using the player.
1
DIGITAL MEGABASS
0 1 2
On cle a n in g
b
Reinsert or replace the disc.
To a vo id e le ct rica l
sh o ck, d o n o t o p e n t h e
ca b in e t . Re fe r se rvicin g
t o q u a lifie d p e rso n n e l
o n ly.
t
v
r
Battery power decreasing
Weak battery
remote control.
•
Clean the player casing with a soft cloth
slightly moistened with water or a mild
detergent solution. Do not use any type of
abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent
such as alcohol or benzene as it may mar
the finish of the casing.
• While operating, the player received a
mechanical shock, too much static,
abnormal power voltage caused by
lightning etc.
Press x, and then
press OPEN.*
Remove the
MD
2
v
Tip s o n p la yb a ck
Mass
e
The battery has gone out. “LOW BATT” flashes in the display on the remote control,
and the power goes off.
Set DIGITAL MEGABASS to 1 (weak) or
2 (strong).
To cancel the effect, set DIGITAL MEGABASS
to 0.
b
Restart as follows.
Approx. 95 g (3.4 oz.) the player only
Approx. 136 g (4.8 oz.) incl. a premastered MD
and a LR6 (size AA) alkaline battery.
Supplied accessories
Headphones with a remote control (1)
Carrying pouch (1)
If p la yb a ck d o e s n o t st a rt
Make sure the player is not locked. For
details, see “To lock the controls
(HOLD)”.
1 Remove the battery from the
battery compartment.
2 Leave the player for about
30 seconds.
To kn o w t h e t ra ck n a m e a n d t im e
•
•
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.
Battery life
Press DISPLAY on the remote control while
the player is playing an MD.
Each time you press DISPLAY, the display
changes as follows.
Ca u t io n
Approximately 12 hours of playback can be expected with one LR6 (size AA) alkaline
battery (not supplied).
The use of optical instruments with this
product will increase eye hazard.
Note
3 Insert the battery into the battery
compartment
If the sound becomes distorted when
emphasizing bass, turn down the volume.
Disp la y w in d o w w h ile p la yin g
b a ck
For details, see “To know the track name
Note
Op t io n a l a cce sso rie s
MDR-series Stereo headphones*
SRS-series Sony Active Speakers
Listening for many hours at maximum
volume may damage your hearing.
The battery life may shorter depending on operating conditions and temperature of the
location.
DISPLAY
The MD is not played normally.
• The player is set to the repeat mode
(“ ” is displayed on the remote
control).
and time”.
On d ry b a t t e ry
Track name*3 or elapsed time of
the track being played
To p ro t e ct yo u r h e a rin g (AVLS)
The AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter
System) function keeps down the maximum
volume to protect your ears.
Incorrect battery usage may lead to leakage of
battery fluid or bursting battery. To prevent
such accidents, observe the following
precautions:
In fo rm a t io n
*
Whether you should plug the headphones
directly to the i jack on the main unit or to a
remote control, use only headphones with
stereo mini plugs.
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.
b
Press PLAYMODE repeatedly until
” disappears, then start playing.
“
2
3
Insert an MD.
Elapsed time
•
•
•
Install the battery with the + and – poles
aligned correctly.
2 Insert an MD and press the lid to close.
An MD is not played from the first track.
• Disc playing stopped before it came to
the last track.
1 Press OPEN.
stereo mini plugs
When the player is not to be used for a long
time, be sure to remove the battery.
If a battery leak should develop, carefully
and thoroughly wipe away battery fluid
from the battery compartment before
inserting new ones.
Track number
b
b
Press . repeatedly or eject and
reinsert the MD once to go back to
the beginning of the disc, and restart
playing after checking the track
number in the display.
Tips
Track number
Track name
With label facing
front, insert disc in
direction of the
arrow .
• The OPERATE lamp on the player lights
up during playback. When you press x,
the lamp goes off.
• The display on the remote control
disappears after a while after you have
pressed x.
“MD WALKMAN” is a trademark of Sony
Corporation.
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You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate
this equipment.
Your dealer may not handle some of the above
listed accessories. Please ask the dealer for
detailed information about the accessories in
your country.
AVLS
NORM LIMIT
•
Do not carry the dry battery in your pocket
or a bag, etc., with metallic objects such as
key rings. The terminals of the battery may
heat up from a short-circuit and can be
dangerous.
Fo r cu st o m e rs in t h e Un it e d St a t e s
The DIGITAL MEGABASS does not
function.
• The DIGITAL MEGABASS switch is set
to 0.
Ow n e r’s Re co rd
The model number is located at the bottom
and the near the display and the serial
number is located on the floor of the disc
compartment of the unit. Record the serial
number in the space provided below. Refer to
them whenever you call upon your Sony
dealer regarding this product.
Note
Track number
Set AVLS to LIMIT.
Do not press OPEN during playback. If you
do, the lid opens and playback stops.
US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
The volume is kept at a moderate level, even
if you try to turn the volume above the
limited level.
b
Set the switch to 1 or 2.
On t h e lid o f t h e b a t t e ry
co m p a rt m e n t
The lid of the battery compartment is
designed to detach from the main unit when
handeled with great force. To reattach the lid
to the main unit, follow the steps below:
We lco m e !
Disc name
Playback sound skips.
• The player is placed where it receives
continuous vibration.
When using optional headphones
Use headphones with a stereo-miniplug.
You cannot use headphones with a
microplug.
Welcome to the world of the MiniDisc! Here
are some of the capabilities and features
you’ll discover with the new MiniDisc Player.
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Model No. MZ-E60
Serial No.
Play an MD.
b
Put the player on a stable place.
• A very short track may cause sound to
skip.
•
Small body almost the size of a MiniDisc
jacket
Ideal weight and size; fits in your shirt
pocket.
Simple “Pop-Up Eject” function for easy
MiniDisc handling
A single press of a switch on the side of the
player causes the player lid to open and the
MiniDisc to eject.
Shock-resistant memory offsets up to 40
seconds of optical read errors.
Easy-to-operate headphones remote
control w ith LCD
Keep the main unit in your pocket and
operate the MiniDisc player through the
“slim stick” remote control. The LCD
displays disc and track information,
playback mode as well as battery
condition.
Number of tracks recorded on the MD
1
*
When you press . or > N on the
player during pause (X), the player
resumes playback.
Player
Sound has a lot of static.
• Strong magnetism from a television or
such device is interfering with
operation.
Slots
Note
If you hold down . or > N on the
player (or press and hold the control
towards . or N/ > on the remote
control) during pause (X), you can fast
forward/ rewind without listening to the
playback sound.
Once you open the lid, the point to start
playback will change to the beginning of
the first track.
Disc and track names appear only with MDs that
have been electronically labeled.
•
b
Move the player away from the
source of strong magnetism.
Remote
control
2
3
N/
>
Projections
4
No sound comes through the
headphones.
• The headphones plug is not firmly
connected.
3
2
•
•
*
.
x
x
1
3
*
Appears only with MDs that have been
electronically labeled.
4
i jack
b
Connect the headphones plug firmly
to the remote control.
1Place the lid so that the projections on the
lid aligned with the slits on the main unit.
OPERATE
lamp
b
Connect the headphones plug firmly
to the i jack.
• Volume is too low.
1 Connect the headphones to the remote control.
Plug it in firmly all the way.
1
b
Adjust the volume by pressing
VOL +/ – .
•
•
Low pow er-consumption design enables
extended battery life.
The player operates on a single LR6 (size
AA) dry battery.
2 Connect the headphones with the remote control to the i jack.
3 Press > N or . (or press the control towards N/> or . on the
2
• AVLS is on.
Slide AVLS to NORM.
b
remote control).
The OPERATE lamp on the player lights up and the player starts to play the first
track. When using the remote control, a short beep sounds in the headphones.
4 Press VOL +/– to adjust the volume.
The volume indicator appears on the remote control to allow you to check the
volume.
2Fit the projection one by one into the slot as
shown in the illustration.
To stop play, press x.
The OPERATE lamp on the player goes off. The display on the remote control
disappears after a while. When using the remote control, a long beep sounds in the
headphones.
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