Sony MDS-LSA1 User manual

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MDS-LSA1
SPECIFICATIONS
SERVICE MANUAL
MINIDISC DECK
Model Name Using Similar Mechanism NEW
MD Mechanism Type MDM-7X2B
Optical Pick-up Type KMS-262A/J1N
AEP Model
UK Model
System MiniDisc digital audio system
Disc MiniDisc
Laser Semiconductor laser (λ= 780 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 apertur e.
Laser diode Material: GaAlAs
Revolutions (CLV) 400 rpm to 900 rpm
Error correction ACIRC (Advanced Cross Interleave
Reed Solomon Code)
Sampling frequency 44.1 kHz
Coding ATRAC (Adaptive TRansform
Acoustic Coding)/ATRAC3
Modulation system EFM (Eight-to-Fourteen Modulation)
Number of channels 2 stereo channels
Frequency response 5 to 20,000 Hz ±0.3 dB
Signal-to-noise ratio Over 100 dB during playback
Wow and flutter
Inputs/outputs
i.LINK S200 Jack type: 4-pins to 4-pins
General
Power requirements 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power consumption 18 W
Dimensions (approx.) 430 x 70 x 315 mm (w/h/d) incl.
projecting parts and controls
Mass (approx.) 4.4 kg
Supplied accessories
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
• i.LINK connecting cable (1)
• Remote commander (remote) (1)
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SELF-DIAGNOSIS FUNCTION
The self-diagnosis function consists of error codes for customers which are displayed automatically when errors occur, and error codes which
show the error history in the test mode during servicing. For details on how to view error codes for the customer, refer to the following box
in the instruction manual. For details on how to check error codes during servicing, refer to the following “Procedure for using the Self-
Diagnosis Function (Error History Display Mode)”.
Self-Diagnosis Function
The deck’s self-diagnosis function automatically checks the condition of the MD deck when an error occurs, then issues a
code and an error message on the display . If the code and message alternate, find them in the following table and perform
the indicated countermeasure. Should the problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer .
Code/Message Cause/Remedy
C11/Pr otected The inserted MD is recor d-protected.
,Take out the MD and close the recor d-protect slot (page 13).
C12/Cannot Copy An attempt was made to play a disc that is not compatible with this deck (MD data disc, etc.).
,Replace the disc.
C13/REC Err or The recor ding was not made properly .
,Set the deck in a stable surface, and repeat the recor ding procedure.
The inserted MD is dirty (with smudges, fingerprints, etc.), scratched, or substandard in quality.
,Replace the disc and repeat the recording procedure.
C13/Read Error The deck could not read the TOC on the MD properly.
,Take out the MD and insert it again.
C14/T oc Err or The deck could not read the TOC on the MD properly.
,Insert another disc.
,If possible, erase all the tracks on the MD (page 29).
C41/Cannot Copy The digitally dubbed material cannot be recorded digitally (page 14).
C71/Din Unlock The sporadic appearance of this message is caused by the digital signal being recor ded. This will not af fect
the recor ding.
While recor ding from a digital component connected through the i.LINK S200 connector , the digital
connecting cable was unplugged or the digital component turned off.
,Connect the cable or turn the digital component back on.
C78:03/LOOP CONNECT The i.LINK connection is looped.
,Check the connection (see page 39).
C78:04/NO SIGNAL The selected component is turned on, but no signal is not output from the component.
,Check the selected component.
C78:11/C78:12/CANNOT LINC The deck cannot establish a LINC with a component because of an existing LINC between the deck and
another component.
,Cancel the LINC between the deck and the other component.
C78:15/BUS FULL The signal bus within the i.LINK configuration is full and no more signals can be output from the deck.
C78:21/NO SIGNAL The deck and the selected component ar e connected correctly, but no signal from the component is input to
the deck.
,Check the selected component.
C78:22/NO SIGNAL The format of the input signal is not supported.
C78:23/NO SIGNAL The selected component is not turned on.
,Verify that the component is on.
C78:31/NO SIGNAL The communication between the deck and the selected component is unstable. Or, the format of the input
signal is not supported.
,Check the condition and the signal format of the selected component.
C78:32/NEW CONNECT While recor ding, a new component is connected within the i.LINK configuration, or a mains lead or an
i.LINK connecting cable of the component within the configuration is connected or disconnected.
,Do not connect or disconnect any mains leads or i.LINK connecting cables during recording. If you do,
recording may not be done corr ectly.
E0001/MEMORY NG Ther e is an error in the internal data that the deck needs in order to operate.
,Consult you nearest Sony dealer.
E0101/LASER NG Ther e is a problem with the optical pick-up.
,Consult you near est Sony dealer
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Procedure for using the Self-Diagnosis Function (Error History Display Mode).
Note: Perform the self-diagnosis function in the “error history display mode”in the test mode. The following describes the least required
procedure. Be careful not to enter other modes by mistake. If you set other modes accidentally, press the POWER “X2”button to
exit the mode.
1. While pressing the .button and xbutton, connect the power plug to the outlet, and release the .button and xbutton.
When the test mode is set, “[Check]”will be displayed.
2. Press the .or >button and when “[Service]”is displayed, press the 7button.
3. Press the .or >button and display “Err Display”.
4. Pressing the 7button sets the error history mode and displays “op rec tm”.
5. Select the contents to be displayed or executed using the .button.
6. Pressing the POWER button will display or execute the contents selected.
7. Pressing the POWER button another time returns to step 4.
8. Pressing the xbutton displays “Err Display”and exits the error history mode.
9. To exit the test mode, press the POWER “X2”button. The unit sets into the STANDBY state, the disc is ejected, and the test mode ends.
10.If the unit fails to enter STANDBY mode, remove the AC cord from its socket, insert the AC cord into the socket again, turn on the power,
and then check to make sure that the unit has exited from test mode.
NOTE
•The MDS-LSA1 is designed so that a number of functions which may be performed in test mode may be performed by clicking a single
button.
Switching between functions
Pressing the INPUT button causes the display to change as indicated below.
Hidden t“X2”
The functions performed by each button change in accordance with the DISPLAY mode.
Note that the following notation is used herein:
POWER ............. Press the POWER button when HIDDEN.
POWER “X2”.... Press the POWER button while “X2”is lit.
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ITEMS OF ERROR HISTORY MODE ITEMS AND CONTENTS
Selecting theTest Mode
Display
op rec tm
op play tm
spdl rp tm
retry err
total err
err history
retry adrs
er refresh
op change
spdl change
History
Displays the total recording time.
When the total recording time is more than 1 minute, displays the hour and minute
When less than 1 minute, displays “Under 1 min”
The display time is the time the laser is set to high power, which is about 1/4 of the actual recording time.
Displays the total playback time.
When the total playback time is more than 1 minute, displays the hour and minute
When less than 1 minute, displays “Under 1 min”
Displays the total rotating time of the spindle motor.
When the total rotating time is more than 1 minute, displays the hour and minute
When less than 1 minute, displays “Under 1 min”
Displays the total number of retry errors during recording and playback
Displays “r xx p yy”. xx is the number of errors during recording. yy is the number of errors during playback.
This is displayed in hexadecimal from 00 to FF.
Displays the total number of errors
Displays “total xx”. This is displayed in hexadecimal from 00 to FF.
Displays the past ten errors.
Displays “0x ErrCd@@”.
X is the history number. The younger the number, the more recent is the history (00 is the latest). @@ is the error
code.
Select the error history number using the .button.
Displays the past five retry addresses.
Displays “xx ADRS yyyy”, xx is the history number, yyyy is the cluster with the retry error.
Select the error history number using the .button.
Mode for erasing the error and retry address histories
Procedure
1. Press the .button when displayed as “er refresh”.
2. Press the 7button when the display changes to “er refresh?”.
When “complete!”is displayed, it means erasure has completed.
Be sure to check the following after executing this mode.
*Data has been erased.
*Perform recording and playback, and check that the mechanism is normal.
Mode for erasing the total time of op rec tm, op play tm.
These histories are based on the time of replacement of the optical pick-up. If the optical pick-up has been replaced,
perform this procedure and erase the history.
Procedure
1. Press the .button when displayed as “op change”.
2. Press the 7button when the display changes to “op change?”.
When “Complete!”is displayed, it means erasure has completed.
Mode for erasing the total spdl rp tm time
These histories are based on the time of replacement of the spindle motor. If the spindle motor has been replaced,
perform this procedure and erase the history.
Procedure
1. Press the .button when displayed as “spdl change”
2. Press the 7button when the display changes to “spdl change?”
When “Complete!”is displayed, it means erasure has completed.

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Description
Table of Error Codes
Error Code
10
12
20
21
22
23
24
30
31
40
41
42
43
50
51
Could not load
Loading switches combined incorrectly
Timed out without reading the top of PTOC
Could read top of PTOC, but detected error
Timed out without accessing UTOC
Timed out without reading UTOC
Error in UTOC
Could not start playback
Error in sector
Retry cause generated during normal recording
Retried in DRAM overflow
Retry occurred during TOC writing
Retry aborted during S.F editing
Other than access processing, and could not read address.
Focus NG occurred and overran.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. SERVICING NOTES ............................................. 6
2. GENERAL ........................................................................ 12
3. DISASSEMBLY
3-1. Case (Top) ........................................................................... 17
3-2. MD Mechanism Deck ......................................................... 18
3-3. Base (Front) Assy, Panel ..................................................... 18
3-4. Clip Board and Main Board ................................................ 19
3-5. Trans Board ......................................................................... 19
3-6. Holder Assy ......................................................................... 20
3-7. Over Write Head ................................................................. 20
3-8. Optical pick-up (MD) (KMS-262A/J1N) ............................ 21
3-9. BD Board ............................................................................ 21
4.TEST MODE ..................................................................... 22
5. ELECTRICAL ADJUSTMENTS ............................... 30
6. DIAGRAMS
6-1. Circuit Boards Location ...................................................... 41
6-2. Block Diagrams
•BD Section ....................................................................... 42
•Main Section .................................................................... 43
6-3. Printed Wiring Board –BD Section –................................. 45
6-4. Schematic Diagram –BD Section (1/2) –........................... 46
6-5. Schematic Diagram –BD Section (2/2) –........................... 47
6-6. Printed Wiring Board –Main Section (Side A) –............... 48
6-7. Printed Wiring Board –Main Section (Side B) –............... 49
6-8. Schematic Diagram –Main Section (1/3) –........................ 50
6-9. Schematic Diagram –Main Section (2/3) –........................ 51
6-10. Schematic Diagram –Main Section (3/3) –..................... 52
6-11. Printed Wiring Board –Power Section –......................... 53
6-12. Printed Wiring Board –Panel Section –........................... 54
6-13. Schematic Diagram –Panel Section –............................. 55
6-14. IC Block Diagrams ........................................................... 56
6-15. IC Pin Functions ............................................................... 59
7. EXPLODEDVIEWS
7-1. Panel Section ....................................................................... 70
7-2. Chassis Section ................................................................... 71
7-3. MD Mechanism Section-1 (MDM-7X2B) .......................... 72
7-4. MD Mechanism Section-2 (MDM-7X2B) .......................... 73
8. ELECTRICAL PARTS LIST ........................................ 74

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SECTION 1
SERVICE NOTES
This appliance is classified as a
CLASS 1 LASER product. The
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
MARKING is located on the
rear exterior.
Laser component in this product is capable
of emitting radiation exceeding the limit for
Class 1.
CAUTION
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures
other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radia-
tion exposure.
Notes on chip component replacement
• Never reuse a disconnected chip component.
• Notice that the minus side of a tantalum capacitor may be
damaged by heat.
Flexible Circuit Board Repairing
• Keep the temperature of soldering iron around 270˚C
during repairing.
• Do not touch the soldering iron on the same conductor of the
circuit board (within 3 times).
• Be careful not to apply force on the conductor when soldering
or unsoldering.
NOTES ON HANDLING THE OPTICAL PICK-UP
BLOCK OR BASE UNIT
The laser diode in the optical pick-up block may suffer electrostatic
break-down because of the potential difference generated by the
charged electrostatic load, etc. on clothing and the human body.
During repair, pay attention to electrostatic break-down and also
use the procedure in the printed matter which is included in the
repair parts.
The flexible board is easily damaged and should be handled with
care.
NOTES ON LASER DIODE EMISSION CHECK
Never look into the laser diode emission from right above when
checking it for adjustment. It is feared that you will lose your sight.
SAFETY-RELATED COMPONENT WARNING!!
COMPONENTS IDENTIFIED BY MARK 0OR DOTTED LINEWITH
MARK 0ON THE SCHEMATIC DIAGRAMS AND INTHE PARTS
LIST ARE CRITICAL TO SAFE OPERATION. REPLACE THESE
COMPONENTS WITH SONY PARTS WHOSE PART NUMBERS
APPEAR AS SHOWN IN THIS MANUAL OR IN SUPPLEMENTS
PUBLISHED BY SONY.
This caution
label is located
inside the unit.

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JIG FOR CHECKING BD BOARD WAVEFORM
The special jig (J-2501-196-A) is useful for checking the waveform of the BD board. The names of terminals and the checking items to be
performed are shown as follows.
GND : Ground
I+3V : For measuring IOP (Check the deterioration of the optical pick-up laser)
IOP : For measuring IOP (Check the deterioration of the optical pick-up laser)
TE : TRK error signal (Traverse adjustment)
VC : Reference level for checking the signal
RF : RF signal (Check jitter)
FE : Focus error signal
I+3V
IOP
GND
TE
FE
VC
RF
I+3V
IOP
GND
TE
FE
VC
RF
1
7
for
MDM-7X2B
I+3V
CN105
IOP
TEVC
GND
FE RF

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IOP DATA RECORDING AND DISPLAYWHEN OPTICAL PICK-UP AND NON-VOLATILE MEMORY (IC195 OF
BD BOARD) ARE REPLACED
The Iop value labeled on the optical pick-up can be recorded in the non-volatile memory. By recording the value, it will eliminate the need
to look at the value on the label of the optical pick-up. When replacing the optical pick-up or non-volatile memory (IC195 of BD board),
record the Iop value on the optical pick-up according to the following procedure.
Record Precedure:
1. While pressing the .button and xbutton, connect the power plug to the outlet, and release the .button and xbutton.
2. Press the .or >button to display “[Service]”, and press the 7button.
3. Press the .or >button to display “Iop Write” , and press the 7button.
4. The display becomes “Ref=@@@.@” (@ is an arbitrary number) and the numbers which can be changed will blink.
5. Input the Iop value written on the optical pick-up.
To select the number : Press the .or >button.
To select the digit : Press the POWER button.
6. When the 7button is pressed, the display becomes “Measu=@@@.@” (@ is an arbitrary number).
7. As the adjustment results are recorded for the 6 value. Leave it as it is and press the 7button.
8. “Complete!” will be displayed momentarily. The value will be recorded in the non-volatile memory and the display will become “Iop
Write” .
9. Press the POWER “X2” button to complete.
Display Precedure:
1. While pressing the .button and xbutton, connect the power plug to the outlet, and release the .button and xbutton.
2. Press the .or >button to display “[Service]”, and press the 7button.
3. Press the .or >button to display “Iop Read” , and press the 7 button.
4. “@@.@/##.#” is displayed and the recorded contents are displayed.
@@.@ : indicates the Iop value labeled on the optical pick-up.
##.# : indicates the Iop value after adjustment.
5. To end, press the xbutton to display “Iop Read”. Then press the POWER “X2” button.

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CHECKS PRIORTO PARTS REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENTS
Before performing repairs, perform the following checks to determine the faulty locations up to a certain extent.
Details of the procedures are described in “5 Electrical Adjustments”.
• 5-6-2. Laser power check (see page 33)
• 5-6-3. Iop Compare (see page 33)
• 5-6-4. Auto Check (see page 34)
Note:
The criteria for determination above is intended merely to determine if satisfactory or not, and does not serve as the specified value for
adjustments.
When performing adjustments, use the specified values for adjustments.
FORCED RESET
The system microprocessor can be reset in the following procedure.
Use these procedure when the unit cannot be operated normally due to the overrunning of the microprocessor, etc.
Procedure :
1. Disconnect the short-circuit pin of CN201.
2. Disconnect the AC outlet.
3. After some time, connect AC power plug to the AC outlet again.
4. Connect the short-circuit pin of CN201.
[MAIN BOARD] (SIDE A)
CN201

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RETRY CAUSE DISPLAY MODE
• In this test mode, the causes for retry of the unit during recording can be displayed on the fluorescent indicator tube. During playback, the
“track mode” for obtaining track information will be set.
This is useful for locating the faulty part of the unit.
• The following will be displayed :
During recording and stop : Retry cause, number of retries, and number of retry errors.
During playback : Information such as type of disc played, part played, copyright.
These are displayed in hexadecimal.
Procedure:
1. Press the xbutton continuously for about 10 seconds.
2. When the mode is set, “RTs 00c 00e 00” is displayed.
3. Set a recortable disc in the unit.
4. Press the zREC button to start recording. Then press the 7button and start recording.
5. To check the “track mode”, press the 7button to start play.
6. To exit the test mode, disconnect the power plug from the outlet. If the test mode cannot be exited, refer to “Forced Reset” on page 9.
Fig. 1 Reading theTest Mode Display
(During recording and stop)
RTs@@c##e**
Fluorescent display tube display
Hexadecimal
Bit
Binary
Higher Bits Lower Bits
84218421
b7 b6 b5 b4 b3 b2 b1 b0
00000001
00000010
00000100
00001000
00010000
00100000
01000000
10000000
When track jump (shock) is detected
When ADER was counted more than five times continu-
ously
When ADIP address is not continuous
When DIN unlock is detected
When not in focus
When ABCD signal level exceeds the specified range
When CLV is unlocked
When access operation is not performed normally
Hexa-
decimal
shock
ader5
Discontinuous address
DIN unlock
FCS incorrect
IVR rec error
CLV unlock
Access fault
Cause of Retry Occurring conditions
01
02
04
08
10
20
40
80
@@ : Cause of retry
## : Number of retries
** : Number of retry errors
Fig. 2 Reading theTest Mode Display
Reading the Display:
Convert the hexadecimal display into binary display. If more than two causes, they will be added.
Example
When 42 is displayed:
Higher bit : 4 = 0100 tb6
Lower bit : 2 = 0010 tb1
In this case, the retry cause is combined of “CLV unlock” and “ader5”.
When A2 is displayed:
Higher bit : A = 1010 tb7+b5
Lower bit : 2 = 0010 tb1
The retry cause in this case is combined of “Access fault”, “IVR rec error”, and “ader5”.
Reading the Retry Cause Display
(During playback)
@@ ###** $$
Fluorescent display tube display
@@ : Parts No. (name of area named on TOC)
### : Cluster
** : Sector
$$ : Track mode (Track information such as copyright infor-
mation of each part)
} Address (Physical address on disc)

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Hexadecimal
Bit
Binary
Higher Bits Lower Bits
84218421
b7 b6 b5 b4 b3 b2 b1 b0
00000001
00000010
00000100
00001000
00010000
00100000
01000000
10000000
Hexa-
decimal
Details
01
02
04
08
10
20
40
80
Emphasis OFF
Monaural
This is 2-bit display. Normally 01.
01:Normal audio. Others:Invalid
Audio (Normal)
Original
Copyright
Write prohibited
When 0 When 1
Emphasis ON
Stereo
Invalid
Digital copy
No copyright
Write allowed
Reading the Display:
Convert the hexadecimal display into binary display. If more than two causes, they will be added.
Example When 84 is displayed:
Higher bit : 8 = 1000 tb7
Lower bit : 4 = 0100 tb2
In this case, as b2 and b7 are 1 and others are 0, it can be determined that the retry cause is combined of “Emphasis OFF”, “Monaural”,
“Original”, “Copyright exists”, and “Write allowed”.
Example When 07 is displayed:
Higher bit : 0 = 1000 tAll 0
Lower bit : 7 = 0111 tb0+b1+b2
In this case, as b0, b1, and b2 are 1 and others are 0, it can be determined that the retry cause is combined of “Emphasis ON”, “Stereo”,
“Original”, “Copyright exists”, and “Write prohibited”.
Hexadecimal t Binary ConversionTable
Hexadecimal Binary Hexadecimal Binary
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
A
B
C
D
E
F
0000
0001
0010
0011
0100
0101
0110
0111
1000
1001
1010
1011
1100
1101
1110
1111
Reading the Track Mode Display

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SECTION 2
GENERAL
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Location and Function of Parts This chapter tells you about the location and function of the various buttons and contr ols on the front panel and the supplied remote. Further details are pr ovided on the pages indicated in the parentheses. It also tells you about the information that appears in the display window .
Front Panel Parts Descriptions 1~/1 (power)switch(12, 21)
Press to turn on the deck. When you turn on the deck, the STANDBY indicator turns off. When you press the switch again, the deck turns off and the indicator lights up.
2Remotesensor
Point the remote towar ds this sensor ( ) for remote
operations.
3LP indicator(15)
Lights up when LP2 or LP4 mode is selected, or when a track r ecor ded in LP2 or LP4 mode is being played.
4H.A.T.S. indicator
Lights up when the H.A.T.S. function is activated on the receiver .
z
What is the H.A.T.S. function?
The H.A.T .S. (High-quality digital Audio Transmission System) function on the receiver causes digital audio signals output from an MD deck or the recor ding sour ce (e.g., a CD player) to be momentarily stor ed in a buffer in the receiver prior to output. This reduces jitter that sometimes occurs during digital audio transmission.
5 DISPLAY button(9, 13, 16, 20, 21)
• Press when the deck is stopped to display disc
information.
• Press during recor ding to display information on the
track being recor ded or recor dable time on the MD.
• Press during play to display information on the
current track.
• Press during Programme Play to display the number
of the track curr ently being played in the pr ogramme.
• Press during recording or recor ding pause to adjust
the recor ding level.
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6Displaywindow(8, 16, 32, 35)
Shows various information. For details, see “Display Window Descriptions”on page 8.
7MD insertionslot(12, 21)
Insert the MD as illustrated below .
x
A
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z
8A button(12, 21)
Press to eject the MD.
9HX button (12, 19, 21, 22)
•Press when the deck is stopped to start play . •Press during playback to pause play . •Press during recor ding to pause r ecor ding. •Press during playback pause or recording pause to
resume play or recor ding.
q; xbutton(12, 20, 21)
Press to stop play or recor ding, or cancel the selected operation.
qa ./> buttons(12, 15, 16, 19, 21, 22)
Press to locate tracks or select a menu item and a setting value.
qs REC zbutton (12, 17)
Press to recor d on the MD or mark track numbers.
qd CD SYNCHRO button(19)
Pr ess to start CD Synchr o-recor ding.
Withthe labelled sideup
Withthe arrow pointing towards thedeck
qf HIGH SPEED indicator(20)
Lights up when the deck is in High-speed CD Synchr o-r ecor ding mode.
qg REC MODE button(15)
Press to select one of the following four recording modes: MONO mode (monaural recor ding), stereo mode (ster eo recor ding), LP2 mode (2 times long recor ding), and LP4 mode (4 times long r ecor ding).
qh INPUT button(12)
Press once to display the selected programme source. If the pr ogramme sour ce is either the STR-LSA1 or the CDP-LSA1, “NNnn”appears momentarily
in the display window of the component. Pr ess the button again to switch to another programme source.
This section is extracted from
instruction manual.

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1~/1 (power)switch(12, 21)
Press to turn on the deck. When you turn on the deck, the STANDBY indicator on the deck turns off. When you pr ess the switch again, the deck turns off and the indicator lights up.
2DISPLAY button(9, 13, 16, 20, 21, 24)
Press to select the information to be displayed in the window .
3SCROLLbutton(21)
Press to scroll the name of a track or MD.
4LEVEL+/– buttons(16)
Pr ess to adjust the recor ding level.
5INPUT button(12)
Use to select the pr ogramme sour ce to be recor ded.
6zbutton(12, 17, 19)
Press to recor d on the MD or mark track numbers.
7xbutton(12, 20, 21)
Press to stop play or recor ding, or cancel the selected operation.
8m/M buttons(22, 23, 29, 30, 32)
Press to locate a portion within a track, change the contents of a pr ogramme, or shift the cursor to the right.
9REC MODE button(15)
Pr ess to select one kf the following four recor ding modes: MONO mode (monaural recor ding), ster eo mode (ster eo recor ding), LP2 mode (2 times long recor ding), and LP4 mode (4 times long recor ding).
q; FADER button(36)
Press to perform Fade-in Recor ding or Fade-out Recor ding.
qa T.REC button(18)
Pr ess to start Time Machine Recor ding.
qs MUSIC SYNC button(19)
Pr ess to start Music Synchr o-r ecor ding.
qd CLEARbutton(24, 33)
Press to erase a track in the pr ogramme or erase a character .
qf NAME EDIT/SELECT button(32, 33)
Press to add the name or change the name of a track or
an MD, or to select the type of characters to be input.
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qg MENU/NO button (15-19, 25, 26, 28-38)
Press to display “Edit Menu”or “Setup Menu.”
YES button (15-17, 19, 24-26, 28-38) Press to carry out the selected operation.
qh ./> buttons (12, 15-19, 21, 22, 24-26, 28-38)
Press to locate tracks, select a menu item and a setting value, or select the character to be input.
qj Xbutton(12, 20, 21)
Press to pause play or recording. Pr ess again to resume play or recor ding.
qk Nbutton (12, 19, 21, 22, 24)
Press to start play .
ql Letter/number buttons (22, 24, 32)
Press to input letters or numbers.
w; PLAY MODE button (24)
Press to select Shuf fle Play or Pr ogramme Play .
wa REPEAT CLEARbutton (23)
•Press to play tracks repeatedly. •When Repeat All Play or Repeat 1 Play is selected,
pr ess to resume normal play .
ws AyB button (23)
Press to select Repeat A-B Play.

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Hooking Up the i.LINK Components
i.LINK S200
v v
i.LINK i.LINK
Mainslead
Receiver, etc.
*
CD player, etc.
*
Required cords
i.LINKconnecting cables(2) (onlyonesupplied)
Things you should keepinmind while hooking upthe system
•Turn off the power to all components before making
any connections.
•Do not connect any mains lead until all the connections
are completed.
•Be sur e the connections are firm to pr event hum and
noise.
Jacks for connecting i.LINK components
Connectan To the
R
eceiver or CD player , etc. i.LINK S200 connector
Note on i.LINK component hookups
If a metal object should fall into the i.LINK S200 connector , short-cir cuiting may occur and damage the components.
Aboutoptional i.LINK connecting cables
Be sure to use the Sony i.LINK S200 connecting cables (4 pins-4 pins).
About i.LINK components to be used in combination with the MD deck
The following i.LINK components can be used with the MD deck: •STR-LSA1 receiver •CDP-LSA1 CD Player z
Forgeneral information about i.LINK
See “About i.LINK”on page 38.
Connecting the mains lead
Connect the mains lead of the deck to a wall outlet. Note If you use a timer , connect the mains lead to the outlet of the timer .
*
You can connect the i.LINK components to either i.LINK S200 connector
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Before YouStart the Hookup
Checking the supplied accessories
This MD deck comes with the following items: •i.LINK connecting cable (1) •Remote commander (remote) (1)
Before using the supplied remote
The supplied r emote alr eady contains a battery . Before using the remote, pull out the insulating sheet to allow the power to flow from the battery . To avoidbatteryleakage If you don’t use the remote for an extended period of time, remove the battery to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corr osion. z
When to replace the battery
Under normal conditions, the battery should last for about six months. When the remote no longer operates the deck, replace the battery with new kne. Notesonlithiumbattery •Keep the lithium battery out of the r each of the children.
Should the battery be swallowed, immediately consult a doctor .
•Wipe the battery with a dry cloth to assur e a good contact. •Be sur e to observe the corr ect polarity when inserting the
battery .
•Do not hold the battery with metallic tweezers, otherwise a
short-cir cuit may occur .
WARNING Battery may explode if mistr eated. Do not rechar ge, disassemble, or dispose of in fire.
Getting Started This chapter pr ovides information on the supplied accessories, things you should keep in mind while hooking up the system, and how to connect i.LINK components to the MD deck. Be sur e to r ead this chapter thor oughly befor e you actually
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B
i.LINKconnections
The use of i.LINK cables to connect i.LINK components as shown below is called a “daisy chain”configuration. i.LINKconnectingcable
Data can be transmitted between any two componentseveniftheyare indirectlyconnected.
Branch connections •Any i.LINK component with thr ee or mor e i.LINK
connectors can serve as a branch point.
•Up to 63 i.LINK components can be connected in a
single configuration. However , the maximum number of components that can be daisy-chained in a single route is 17 (i.e., a maximum of 16 i.LINK connecting cables in a row). Each i.LINK cable used in a single route is called a “hop.”For example, there ar e 6 hops in
the route between A and C in the illustration below , and 3 hops in the route between A and D.
BA
D
Each route between A and B; A and C; A and D; B and C; B and D; and C and D in the illustration above can have 16 hops (i.e., 17 components). Loop-connection A signal output from one component is transmitted to all other components. A loop connection should thus be avoided to pr event the return of a signal to its source.
Correct Incorrect(looped)
Notes •Some i.LINK components (such as personal computers) do not
transfer signals when they ar e turned off. Refer to the operation manual of each component to be connected befor e you hook them up.
•The maximum transmission rate of an i.LINK component is
printed near its i.LINK connector . The indications S100, S200, and S400 refer to maximum transmission rates of 100, 200, or 400 Mbps*, respectively . The actual transmission rate may be faster or slower , depending on the differences in transmission rates and specifications among the connected components.
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WhatisMbps?
“Mbps”is an abbr eviation for megabits per second. It indicates the amount of data transmitted per second. For example, a rate of 200 Mbps means 200 megabits of data are transmitted in one second.
LINC (LogicalINterfaceConnection)
Before an audio signal can be transmitted between i.LINK components, a “LINC”must first be established between the receiving component (of the audio signal) and the sending component. Establishing a “LINC”means establishing a logical path for the transmission of digital audio signals between the two components. Each logical path has an ID number . Since the component that sends an audio signal must output the signal to a path, and the component that receives the signal must input it from the same path, the path must be mutually known by both components. During the establishment of a LINC, the following communication occurs between the two i.LINK components. Example A component establishing a LINC with a CD player in order to receive an audio signal from the CD player
1The component that will receive an audio signal
from the CD player sends a request and path information to the CD player to establish a transmission path for the audio signal.
1
,
2
<
2The CD player responds to the component,
agr eeing to the establishment of a LINC.
The digital audio signal transmission becomes possible only after the communication described above has occurr ed and a LINC has been established.
i.LINK component
i.LINK component
i.LINK component
i.LINK component
i.LINK component
The component thatreceives theaudiosignal
CD player (sending
component)
C
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Turning off the MD deck automatically (PowerSave function)
You can set so that the MD deck turns off when no operation has been done for five minutes. 1
While the deck is stopped,press MENU/NO twice. “Setup Menu”appears in the display .
2
Press ./> repeatedly until“Powersave On” appears, then press YES.
3
Press ./> repeatedly to select the setting, then press YES. To Select Turn on the Power Save function Powersave On
(factory setting)
Turn off the Power Save function Powersave Off
4
Press MENU/NO.
Other Settings Using the Setup Menu
Abouti.LINK This section explains the general specifications and major featur es of i.LINK. Read this section befor e doing any i.LINK-r elated operation. Note that i.LINK connections and operations may vary , depending on the component. For details regar ding the connection of i.LINK components to this unit, see “Hooking Up the i.LINK Components”on page 11.
i.LINK functions
i.LINK is a serial digital interface that supports the bidir ectional transmission of audio and video signals, commands, and even component status information. All that is needed to hook up i.LINK components are i.LINK connecting cables. Audio and video components connected within an i.LINK configuration can be used to perform a wide range of operations and data exchanges that is sure to expand as the number and variety of i.LINK components grows. Since i.LINK allows data to be transmitted from one component to other components to which it is not directly connected, there is no need to pay attention to connection or der . However , due to dif ferences in characteristics or specifications, operation of or data exchange with certain i.LINK components may not be possible, even when they are connected. z
Whatisi.LINK?
i.LINK is a trademark pr oposed by Sony Corporation and accepted by companies throughout the world as an easy-to- remember name for the IEEE 1394 world standard of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.

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Inputs/outputs i.LINK S200 Jack type: 4-pins to 4-pins
G
eneral
Power requirements 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz Power consumption 18 W Dimensions (approx.) 430 ×70 ×315 mm (w/h/d) incl.
pr ojecting parts and controls
Mass (approx.) 4.4 kg
Suppliedaccessories See page 10. US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. DisplayMessages The following table explains the various messages that appear in the display . Messages ar e also displayed by the deck’s Self-Diagnosis function (see page 46). Message Meaning Auto Cut The Auto Cut function is on (page 16). Blank Disc A new (blank) or erased MD has been
inserted.
CANNOT LINC You cannot recor d fr om the selected
component. Select another component. This indication also appears when communiation err o has occurr ed between the deck and the selected component while recor ding. In this case, pr ess xon the deck to cancel recor ding, and then start recor ding over again.
Cannot Copy An attempt was made to make a second
copy fr om a digitally dubbed MD (page 14).
Cannot Edit An attempt was made to edit a
pr emaster ed MD, to edit the MD while Pr ogramme or Shuf fle Play is selected, or to change the recor ding level of an MD recorded in LP2 or LP4 mode.
Cannot Synchr o Communication between the MD deck
and the CD player failed during CD Synchr o-recording.
Disc Full The MD is full (page 41). Impossible The deck cannot do the specified
operation (pages 14 and 31).
Incomplete!! S.F Edit (changing the recor ding level
after r ecor ding, Fade-in, or Fade-out) operation failed because the deck was moved while the r ecor ding was in pr ogr ess or the MD is damaged or dirty .
Message Meaning Initialize (flashing) The Setup Menu settings have been lost.
Or the contents recorded by timer have disappear ed over time and are not be available for saving to disc, or Programme Play could not be activated since the programme has disappeared over time. (The message flashes for about four seconds when you turn on the deck by
pr essing +/1.)
Name Full The naming capacity of the MD has
reached its limit (about 1,700 characters).
NEW CONNECT A new component is connected within
the i.LINK configuration. This indication also appears when a mains lead or an i.LINK connecting cable of the component within the configuration is connected or disconnected.
No Change You performed S.F . Edit without
specifying the r ecor ding level, r esulting in no change of recor ding level.
No Disc Ther e is no MD in the deck. No Name The track or disc has no name. No Program!! You tried to start Programme Play when
no pr ogramme exists.
Pr emaster ed An attempt was made to recor d on a
pr emaster ed MD.
ProgramFull The pr ogramme contains the maximum
number of tracks. You cannot add any mor e tracks.
REMOTE The MD deck is being contr olled by an
external device connected to the deck.
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While this indication appears, all the buttons on the deck and the r emote become inoperable.
S.F Edit! You tried to do another operation while
the S.F Edit is in pr ogess. You cannot perform any other operations at this time.
S.F Edit NOW You pr essed +/1 while in S.F Edit
(changing the recor ding level after recor ding, Fade-in, or Fade-out) mode. If you turn off the deck while in S.F Edit mode, any changes that you have made will not saved pr operly . Finish the editing and exit S.F Edit mode befor e turning off the deck. If you wish to turn off the deck at this time, pr ess +/1 again while this indication appears in the
display .
Smart Space The Smart Space function is on (page 16). TOC Reading The deck is checking the TOC (Table Of
Contents) on the MD.
*If “REMOTE” appearsunder other circumstances, turn kff the deck,
then turn it on again.

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SECTION 3
DISASSEMBLY
3-1. CASE (TOP)
Note : Follow the disassembly procedure in the numerical order given.
Set Case (Top) MD Mechanism Deck
Base (Front) Assy, Panel
Holder Assy Over Write Head Optical pick-up
Section (MD)
BD Board
Clip Board and Main Board
Trans Board
(Page 18)
(Page 18)
(Page 20) (Page 20)
(Page 21)
(Page 19)
(Page 19 )
(Page 21)
3
2case (top)
1two screws (case)
1two screws (case
)

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3-2. MD MECHANISM DECK
3-3. BASE (FRONT) ASSY, PANEL
1flat type wire (27 core)
(CN302)
2flat type wire (23 core)
(CN301)
3four screws
(BVTTWH M3), STEP
5MD mechanism deck
4
6flat type wire (17 core)
(CN306)
8base (front) assy, panel
1two screws (BVTT 3x8
)
2two foot assy's
5case (bottom)
4
1two screws (BVTT 3x8)
7two screws (BVTT 3x6)
2two foot assy's
3two screws (TP), flat head

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3-4. CLIP BOARD AND MAIN BOARD
3-5.TRANS BOARD
3connector (CN903)
4connector (CN902)
1connector (CN652)
2CLIP board
6two screws (BVTT 3x6)
8MAIN board
7
6two screws
(BVTT 3x6)
5two screws (BVTT 2.6x6
)
2two screws
(BVTT 3x6)
4four screws
(BVTT 3x6)
3two screws
(BVTT 3x6)
5bracket
(transformer) 6TRANS boar
d
1connector
(CN901)

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3-6. HOLDER ASSY
2
3
45holder assy
1spring (holder),
tension
3-7. OVER WRITE HEAD
2screw (P 1.7x6)
3over write head
(HR901)
1connector (CN104)