Sony MZ-E510 User Manual

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Jog lever (.•u/ENT•>)

After pressing the playback button or cueing
to a track, you can start playback quickly.
This procedure can be done by the remote
control.

Press and hold DISPLAY for 2 seconds
or more.

Slide the jog lever repeatedly until
“PowerMode” appears in the display,
and then press the jog lever.

Slide the jog lever repeatedly until
“QUICK” appears in the display, and
then press the jog lever to enter the
selection.
“QUICK” appears in the display.

Press and hold the DISPLAY button or the x
button for 2 seconds or more.

Select “NORMAL” in step 3 above.

Notes
• When the power mode is set to “QUICK,” the

power remains on within the player even when
nothing appears in the display.  This leads to a
shorter battery life.  For this reason, it is
recommended that you charge the battery
daily.

• If no player operation (including opening or

closing of the lid) occurs for 17 hours, the
power in the player automatically turns off.
For this reason, the next time you start
playback or do another operation, the player
will not respond quickly.  The unit, however,
will return to quick mode afterwards.

Slide HOLD on the remote control in
the 

> direction, and slide HOLD on

the player in the 

l direction.

Sliding HOLD on the remote control
disables the controls on the remote
control.  Sliding HOLD on the player
disables the controls on the player.

Slide HOLD to the opposite directions of the
arrows.

This function allows you to maximize the
operating life of the battery.  Power
consumption is reduced by turning off the
“3-color info-LED” at all times, or by turning
off the display when no operation has been
made for a while.
This procedure can be done by the remote
control.

Press and hold DISPLAY for 2 seconds
or more.

Slide the jog lever repeatedly until
“PowerMode” appears in the display,
and then press the jog lever.

Slide the jog lever repeatedly until
“PowerSave” appears in the display,
and then press the jog lever to enter
the selection.
The “3-color info-LED” turns off.

Press and hold the DISPLAY button or the x
button for 2 seconds or more.

Select “NORMAL” in step 3 above.

AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System)
function keeps down the maximum volume
to protect your ears.

During playback, press and hold
DISPLAY for 2 seconds or more.

Slide the jog lever repeatedly until
“AVLS” appears in the display, and
then press the jog lever.

Slide the jog lever repeatedly until
“AVLS ON” appears in the display,
and then press the jog lever to enter
the selection.
“AVLS ON” appears in the display.

During playback, slide HOLD in the direction
of  

l, and then while pressing VOLUME –,

slide HOLD in the opposite direction.

On the remote control, select “AVLS OFF” in
step 3 above and press the jog lever.
On the player, during playback, slide HOLD
in the direction of 

l, and then while

pressing VOLUME +, slide HOLD in the
opposite direction.

You can set the beep so that it is not emitted
when the player and the remote control are
operated.
This procedure can be done by the remote
control.

Press and hold DISPLAY for 2 seconds
or more.

Slide the jog lever repeatedly until
“BEEP” appears in the display, and
then press the jog lever.

Slide the jog lever repeatedly until
“BEEP OFF” appears in the display,
and then press the jog lever to enter
the selection.

Press and hold the DISPLAY button or the x
button for 2 seconds or more.

Select “BEEP ON” in step 3 above.

You can set the backlight in the display on the
remote control.
This procedure can be done by the remote
control.

Press and hold DISPLAY for 2 seconds
or more.

Slide the jog lever repeatedly until
“BACKLIGHT” appears in the display,
and then press the jog lever.

Slide the jog lever repeatedly to select
one of the following settings:
Display

AUTO

ON

OFF

Press the jog lever to enter the setting.

B

You can check the battery condition through
the battery indicator on the remote control
and the “3-color info-LED” on the player
while using the player.

Battery power decreasing

v

Weak battery

v

The battery has gone out.
“LOW BATT” flashes in the
display, and the power goes off.

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.

• A stronger or weaker battery charge may be

indicated when you fast forward or fast reverse
an MD, or when you use the player at a very
cold place.

Ni-MH
rechargeable
battery
NH-10WM

3)

LR6 (SG)
Sony Alkaline
dry battery

4)

LR6 (SG)

4)

 and

NH-10WM

3)

1)

Measured with the power save function on (see
“Preserving battery power”).

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 life may be shorter than that
specified, depending on the temperature of the
location, the operating conditions, and the type
of battery being used.

You can operate the player without a
rechargeable battery or a dry battery.  To do
this, connect the battery charging stand to an
AC outlet through the AC power adaptor,
and then place the player on the stand.

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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
accidentally 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 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.

• Connect the AC power adaptor to an easily

accessible AC outlet.  Should you notice an
abnormality in the AC power adaptor,
disconnect it from the AC outlet immediately.

On charging
• The supplied battery charging stand can be

used only with the MZ-E510.  It cannot be
used to charge any other models.

• Do not use the supplied battery charging

stand to charge any other battery besides the
one designated for it.

• Charge the rechargeable battery at a

temperature of  +5°C (+41°F) to +40°C
(+104°F).  The charging time will vary
according to the surrounding temperature.

• 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.

• If the capacity of the rechargeable battery

drops to half the normal amount, replace it
with a new one.

• As soon as the charging is complete, remove

the player from the battery charging stand
and disconnect the battery charging stand
from the electrical outlet.  Leaving it
connected may result in reduced battery
performance.

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 when it is
charging or operated for a long 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-E510 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-E510 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.

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.)

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• 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.
b Insert the rechargeable battery into

the player.

• The surrounding temperature is too high

or too low (“CannotCHG” appears in the
display when the surrounding
temperature is too high, or “SLOW
CHG” when temperature is too low).
b Charge the battery at a temperature

of  +5°C (+41°F) to +40°C (+104°F).

• The rechargeable battery is not inserted

in the player.
b Insert the rechargeable battery into

the player.

• The LED may not light on immediately

after you placed the player on the
battery charging stand.

b The LED will light up after about 3

minutes and charging will begin.

• The rechargeable battery or dry battery

has been installed incorrectly.
b Install the battery with correct

polarity.

• You tried to play with no disc in the

player (“NO DISC” appears 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” appears on the remote
control.)
b Slide HOLD in the opposite

direction of the arrow to release the
hold function.

• You pressed on a button on the player

while making a setting on the remote
control. (“MENU” appears on the
remote control when a button on the
player is pressed.)
b End the setting procedure using the

remote control.

• 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” appears on the
remote control).
b Insert a new dry battery or recharge

the battery.

• An MD with nothing recording on it is

inserted (“BLANKDISC” appears on
the remote control).
b Insert a recorded MD.

• The player cannot read the disc. (it’s

scratched or dirty) (“READ ERR” or
“TOC ERR”appears 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 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 “Protecting your
hearing.”

•The player is set to the repeat mode.

b Press and hold the P MODE/ 

button on the remote control until
“ ” disappears, then start playing.

•The disc stopped playing before

reaching the last track.
b Open the lid or when the player

stops, press and hold the jog lever
for 2 seconds or more to start
playing from the first track.

•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.

•Strong magnetism from a television or

other device causing interference.
b Move the player away from the

source of strong magnetism.

•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.

•Power save mode is activated.

b In power save mode, the display on

the remote control turns on
whenever the remote control is
operated, but not when the controls
on the player are operated. (The
exception is when the GROUP
button on the player is pushed.)

•A disc that has no group settings is

inserted.
b Insert a disc with group settings.

•You tried to select bookmark play

without setting bookmarks.
b Set bookmarks.

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
Outputs

Headphones/earphones: stereo mini-jack,
output level
1 mW + 1 mW load impedance 16 

Ω

(

European model

)

5 mW + 5 mW load impedance 16 

Ω

(

Other models

)

Power requirements
Nickel metal hydride rechargeable battery
One NH-10WM (supplied): 1.2 V,
900 mAh (MIN)
One LR6 (size AA) battery (not supplied)
External power jack (for the battery charging
stand): Power rating 3V DC
Battery operation time
See “When to replace or recharge the battery”
Dimensions
Approx. 73.4 

×

 80.6 

×

 15.3 mm (w/h/d) (3

 

×

3 

1

/

4  

×

 

5

/

8

 in.)

(not including projecting parts and controls)
Mass
Approx. 67 g (2.4 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
AC power adaptor

AC-E30L (for use in Japan), AC-E30HG (for use
outside Japan)

NH-10WM 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 or to a remote control, 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.

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VOLUME +*, – buttons

2

Battery compartment

3

u

* button

4

HOLD (Locking the control) switch

5

Terminals for dry battery case (at the
bottom)

6

Terminals for charging stand (at the
bottom)

7

GROUP button

8

Hand strap hole
Use the hole to attach your strap.

9 i 

(headphones/earphones) jack

q;

“3-color info-LED”

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OPEN switch

qs

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, > button

qd

x

 button

* VOLUME + and u have a tactile dot.

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2

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4 5

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Disc indication

2

Track number display

3

Character information display

4

Group play indication

5

Play mode indication

6

6-band equalizer indications

7

Battery level indication

8

Bookmark indication

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A

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Terminals for charging

2

DC IN 3V jack (at the bottom)

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A

B

C

D

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F

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1

Headphones/earphones

2

Stereo mini plug

3

Control VOL +, –
Turn to adjust the volume.

4

x

 (stop) button

5

Jog lever (.•u/ENT•>) button

6

 (Group) +, – button

7

Clip

8

HOLD switch

9

Display window

q;

DISPLAY button

qa

P MODE /

 (play mode/repeat) button

qs

SOUND button

The backlight lights when you
operate the player or the
remote control, and
automatically turns off when
no operation is made for a
while (factory setting).

The backlight lights while the
player is operating.

The backlight stays off.