MDS-PC1 (serv.man2) - Sony Audio Service Manual (repair manual). Page 2

2

********************************************************************************

  Overview of MD Editor
********************************************************************************
・ 

MD Editor is the application software which can control both SONY’s MD deck and
CD player loading CONTROL A-1 terminal.

・ 

It is possible to operate MD deck on the PC screen (MD window of MD Editor) by
connecting PC with MD deck which corresponds to MD Editor using CAV-50C.

・ 

In addition, it is possible to operate CD player on the PC screen (MD window of MD
Editor) by connecting MD deck and CD player which compatibles with MD Editor.

＊ 

The CD window of MD Editor cannot be opened in the case that MD deck is not
connected even if PC and CD player are connected. Therefore, CD player is not
operable.

MD decks compatible with MD Editor

:  MDS-PC1  (PC  connecting  kit  for  MD  is
supplied), MDS-JB920, MDS-JA20ES

CD players compatible with MD Editor

:  CDP-CE525,  CDP-CA80ES,  CDP-CX57,
CDP-CX220, CDP-CX260

   
********************************************************************************
Inquires: Q&A
********************************************************************************

【

  General for connections  】

Q) Is the longer type of cable for CONROL A1 available?
A) Yes. We recommend the cable with monaural mini-plug, within 2 meters (6.6 feet).

1.5m (Supplied),    RK-G69 : 2m (Not supplied),    RK-G34 : 3m (Not supplied)

   
【

  Connecting with CD  】

Q) Can I record from CD-ROM drive of PC onto MD deck?
A) I’m afraid you can’t. CONTROL A1 does not perform the audio data communication.
The CD-ROM drive of the personal computer is used only when MD Editor is installed.