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Note:

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.

The specified USB cable (supplied) must be used with the equipment in

order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B

of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

For the customers in Canada

This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Notice

If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to

discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and

connect the USB cable again.

3-GB

Program©2000-2003 Sony Corporation

Documentation©2003 Sony Corporation

•“Memory Stick,” “OpenMG,” “SonicStage,” “MagicGate Memory Stick,”

“Memory Stick PRO,” “Memory Stick Duo,” “MagicGate Memory Stick Duo,”

“Memory Stick PRO Duo” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

•Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in

the United States and/or other countries.

•MMX Pentium is registered trademark or trademark of Intel Corporation.

•Adobe, Acrobat, Acrobat Reader are registered trademarks or trademarks of

Adobe Systems, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries.

•Macintosh and Mac OS are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. in

the United States and/or other countries.

•All other trademarks and registered trademarks or trademarks of their

respective holders.

Furthermore “™” and “®” are not mentioned in each case in this manual.

Pay attention to the following points when using this unit.

•If the body becomes dirty, wipe with a soft cloth. Never use benzine,

alcohol, paint thinner or other solvents. This unit may deform or

malfunction.

•The contents of data cannot be compensated if recording or playing back

is not made due to malfunctions such as “Memory Stick” error.

•To prevent recording or deletion of data on “Memory Stick” set the

“Memory Stick” write-protect switch to “LOCK.”

zHint

Refer to the contents of the supplied CD-ROM for detailed operating

instructions (PDF file).

Make sure to read it before using the unit.

PNotes

• The access lamp lights while the “Memory Stick” is being accessed. Never

remove the “Memory Stick,” turn off the computer, or unplug the USB

cable, etc., while the access lamp is on. The data on the “Memory Stick”

could be destroyed.

• When disconnecting the USB cable, do not hold it by its cable; hold it by its

connector.

4-GB

Table of contents

On “Memory Stick”.............................................................................................. 6

System requirements............................................................................................ 8

Checking the supplied accessories................................................................... 11

Supplied applications ........................................................................................ 12

Using the operating instructions and online help ......................................... 13

Installing the software on your computer ...................................................... 15

Installing the “SonicStage” software (including “OpenMG”) on your

computer .............................................................................................................. 19

Connecting this unit to your computer ........................................................... 22

Confirming that connections are completed .................................................. 24

When the removable disk (Memory Stick icon) is not indicated ................ 25

Copying image data recorded on “Memory Stick” to your computer ....... 28

Disconnecting the unit from your computer.................................................. 29

How to Use (When using Macintosh) ............................................................. 31

About “SonicStage”............................................................................................ 32

Music files compatible with “SonicStage” ...................................................... 34

Check-in/check-out ........................................................................................... 36

Before using “SonicStage” (Be sure to read)................................................... 37

Launching “SonicStage” .................................................................................... 39

Formatting (initialization) of “Memory Stick”............................................... 40

Precautions for use of “Memory Stick” ........................................................... 42

Uninstalling (Deleting) the software ............................................................... 44

Troubleshooting.................................................................................................. 46

Restrictions imposed by the copyright protection......................................... 47

Specifications....................................................................................................... 48

LIMITED WARRANTY ..................................................................................... 49

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On “Memory Stick”

What is “Memory Stick”?

“Memory Stick” is a new-generation IC storage media that is ultra-small

and lightweight and has far greater storage capacity than floppy disks. The

media can be used not only for transferring data between “Memory Stick”

compatible products, but also as a removable, external storage media for

storing data.

“Memory Stick” is available in standard size and a smaller size called

“Memory Stick Duo.” When “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted into a

Memory Stick Duo Adaptor, the size becomes the same as the standard-

sized “Memory Stick” to allow use with products that are compatible with

the standard-sized “Memory Stick.”

“Memory Stick” types that can be used with

this unit

* Five types of “Memory Stick” are available to suit your needs.

“Memory Stick PRO”

This type of “Memory Stick” can only be used with products that are

compatible with “Memory Stick PRO,” and the media features built-in

copyright-protection technology (“MagicGate”). (You need the application

software programs compatible with copyright-protection technology to

use copyright-protection technology of “Memory Stick PRO” with this

unit.)

“Memory Stick”

A “Memory Stick” that allows recording of all kinds of data with the

exception of data requiring copyright-protection technology

(“MagicGate”).

“Memory Stick Duo” (MagicGate/High-speed data Transfer

compatible)

“Memory Stick Duo” is a “Memory Stick” with the “MagicGate” copyright

protection technology, and supports high-speed data transfer. You can use

this unit with “Memory Stick” compatible devices and “Memory Stick

PRO” compatible devices. (The transfer speed varies depending on the

“Memory Stick” compatible device used.)

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“Memory Stick” (with Memory Select Function)

This is a “Memory Stick” containing more than one memory (128MB). The

memory select switch on the back of the “Memory Stick” enables you to

select the memory most suitable for the intended use. You cannot use

different memories at the same time or in succession.

“MagicGate Memory Stick”

This is a “Memory Stick” featuring built-in copyright protection

technology (“MagicGate”).

What is “MagicGate”?

“MagicGate” is a copyright protection technology that operates when it is

provided in both the “Memory Stick” and the product in which the media

is used. A “Do you comply with “MagicGate”?” authentication takes place

between devices equipped with “MagicGate” (this unit, etc.) and the

“Memory Stick.” Data encryption takes places after the authentication.

Copyright-protected data cannot be played back on devices other than

those certified for this.

Music and other data that require copyright protection can be recorded

and played back by using a combination of a MagicGate compatible

“Memory Stick” and equipment compatible with “MagicGate”, such as

this unit.

Different types of data can be recorded on a single “Memory Stick.”

For example, it is possible to record image data on the remaining empty

section of a MagicGate compatible “Memory Stick” containing music data.

Using MagicGate compatible “Memory Stick”

PNotes

•Data transferred (checked out) from “SonicStage” to a MagicGate compatible

“Memory Stick” are collected in a folder named “Hifi folder.”

Do not edit the “Hifi folder” using anything but “SonicStage”, such as

Explorer, etc. Data edited by other means cannot be played back or checked in.

Sony can not be held responsible for the data lost in the case of editing.

•Formatting a MagicGate compatible “Memory Stick” containing data will

delete all the data, including music data. Be careful not to delete important

data accidentally. Sony can not be held responsible for the data lost through

formatting.

•What you record are for personal enjoyment only. Copyright laws prohibit

other forms of use without the permission of the copyright holder.

•In no event will Sony be liable for the data contents in case download of

recorded material is impeded or music data is corrupted or deleted due to

malfunctions of this unit or the “Memory Stick”.

•“SonicStage” Ver. 1.5 is not compatible with “Memory Stick PRO”.

7-GB

System requirements

Recommended Windows environment

•OS: Microsoft Windows 98 Second Edition (Windows 98SE)/Windows

Millennium Edition (Windows Me)/Windows 2000 Professional

(Windows 2000)/Windows XP Home Edition/XP Professional Edition

(Windows XP)

* The operating systems mentioned above must be installed on the

computer when shipped from the factory.

* Operation is not guaranteed for upgraded operating systems even if

they are among those mentioned above.

•CPU: MMX Pentium II 400 MHz or faster processor (Pentium III 450

MHz or faster processor recommended)

•RAM: 64 MB or more

•Available hard disk space: 100 MB or more

(More disk space may be required depending on the version of Windows

you are using. Further space is also required for handling music data.)

•CD-ROM drive

•Sound board (A sound board is required to use “SonicStage”.)

•USB jack as standard equipment

(This unit supports Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 based).)

•Display: High Color (16-bit) or higher, 800 × 480 pixels or more

(800 × 600 pixels or more recommended.)

Recommended Macintosh environment

•OS: Mac OS 9.0~9.2.2/X (v10.1~10.2.6)

* The operating systems mentioned above must be installed on the

computer when shipped from the factory.

* Operation is not guaranteed for upgraded operating systems even if

they are among those mentioned above.

•RAM: 64 MB or more

•Hard disk: 50 MB or more available hard-disk space

•USB jack as standard equipment

(This unit supports Hi-Speed USB (USB 2.0 based).)

PNotes

•Operation is not guaranteed for all computers even if they comply with the

recommended environments.

•“SonicStage” does not support Macintosh.

If you are using a Macintosh computer, it is not possible to transfer music data

that requires copyright protection.

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PNote

To safeguard copyrights, optical digital output from equipment equipped

with optical digital output may be restricted during playback using the

supplied software.

When using Windows 2000/Windows XP

The following restrictions apply when “SonicStage” is running under

Windows 2000/Windows XP.

•Installation should take place after you log on as Administrator.

For how to log on using the Administrator account, see the manual

provided with your computer.

•When using the software, log on as an Administrator or as a Power User.

•Do not insert or remove a CD-ROM drive while “SonicStage” is running.

Your important data may get lost.

•Only the Professional edition of Windows 2000 can be used.

•NTFS format can only be used when standard-installed (installed when

shipped from the factory).

When using this unit on a computer with

Service Pack 3 of Windows 2000 installed

Performing the following operations may cause the unit to not be

recognized by your computer when using this unit on a computer with

Service Pack 3 of Windows 2000 installed:

1. Starting Windows with your computer on or rebooting while the

products in question are connected to your computer's USB port.

2. Unplugging and plugging in the USB cable that is connecting the unit

and your computer after starting Windows.

tThe products in question will cease to be recognized by your

computer.

If the USB cable is not unplugged, these issues will not occur.

To avoid these issues

When starting Windows with your computer on or when rebooting

Windows, remove the USB cable that is connecting the products in

question and your computer.

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On System Restore and Windows XP/Windows Me

When using the Windows XP or Windows Me, executing the “System

Restore” item in System Tools may make it impossible to play back the

songs managed by “SonicStage.”

Therefore, be sure to back up the song data managed by “SonicStage”

before you execute “System Restore.”

After “System Restore” has been executed, the backed-up data can be

restored and the songs managed by “SonicStage” can then be played

back again.

For how to back up data, see the Help information for “SonicStage.”

PNote

An error dialog appears if playback of song data is impeded following

execution of “System Restore.” In this case, follow the instructions displayed

on the screen.

10-GB

Checking the supplied accessories

• Memory Stick USB Reader/Writer (1)

PNote (The standard size of “Memory Stick” / the Duo size compatible

slot)

You can use both of the standard sizes of “Memory Stick” and the sizes of

“Memory Stick Duo” by one slot. (You cannot use both of the sizes of

“Memory Stick” at the same time.) When you use the sizes of “Memory

Stick Duo”, do not attach the Memory Stick Duo Adaptor to them.

Do not insert the two or more “Memory Stick” into the slot at the same

time or insert the “Memory Stick” in the opposite direction. It causes the

malfunction of this unit.

• Special USB cable 1.0 m (1)

• CD-ROM for Windows (MSAC-US30) (1)

PNote

Select the CD-ROM which contains the language you prefer, when installing

“SonicStage”.

* The CD-ROM contains the following software programs.

•Device Driver Software

•“SonicStage” Ver. 1.5

•Memory Stick Formatter Ver. 2.1

•Operating Instructions (PDF file)

The data of Operating Instructions for this unit (PDF file) is

MSAC-US30Manual_ENG.pdf

• Operating Instructions for this unit (1)

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Supplied applications

The supplied Windows CD-ROM contains the following software

programs.

Device driver (Windows)

The driver must be installed when this unit is used on a Windows

computer.

For how to install the driver software, see page 15.

“SonicStage” Ver. 1.5 (Windows)

“SonicStage” is comprehensive software for enjoying music. With

“SonicStage”, you can enjoy listening to music sources such as music CDs,

etc., or you can import music into the hard disk of your PC for a complete

management of your collection. Furthermore, music data that has been

imported into the hard disk of your PC can also be transferred to a

MagicGate compatible “Memory Stick” so that they can be enjoyed outside

the PC environment.

PNotes

•“SonicStage” does not support Macintosh.

•This software is not compatible with writing of music data to CD-RW/CD-R

media. Sony will not be liable for any loss of data resulting from such

operation.

•“SonicStage” Ver. 1.5 is not compatible with “Memory Stick PRO”.

Memory Stick Formatter Ver. 2.1 (Windows)

This is a software program for formatting (initialization) of “Memory

Stick.” Formatting deletes all the data recorded on a “Memory Stick.”

In order to maintain the compatibility of a “Memory Stick” when using it

with compatible products, always use this software when formatting

“Memory Stick” on this unit.

PNote

Formatting a “Memory Stick” to which data has already been written will delete

the existing data. Be careful not to delete important data by mistake.

12-GB

Installing the “SonicStage” software

(including “OpenMG”) on your

computer

1 Do as follows to install “SonicStage”.

Click the [SonicStage] button in the menu.

2 Carefully read the License Agreement, and then click the

[Agree] button.

When you click the [Agree] button, installation of “SonicStage” starts.

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