====== Sony MZ-1 ======
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The very first MiniDisc (MD) unit on the market. Rather bulky, it had a lot of on-device controls, which turns out to be very useful since this unit did not support remotes. It also had a front loader instead of the clamshell seen in later devices for inserting discs.
Not ideal as a player today. It's quite heavy and bulky, with poor battery life. It is also rather collectable (being the first recorder) and you can get a much more practical NetMD device for a lower price.
Display only lights up when plugged into AC power.
These days, the BP-MZ1s from the era are all dead. Currently, you can get 3D-printed shunts that allow this unit to be powered by modern lithium-ion 18650 cells.
Please see [[accessories:modern|Modern Batteries]] for more information and links.
If using labels, do not use embossed (raised lettering) forms. They //will// get stuck when ejecting. It's a pain and a process to get the MD out, and will likely ruin the label.
MD Mechanism: MT-MZ1-106\\
Optical Pickup: KMS-130B\\
ATRAC IC: CXD2527R\\
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Content adapted from:
[[https://minidisc.org/part_Sony_MZ-1.html| MZ-1 Minidisc.org Page]]
[[https://www.sony.com/ja/SonyInfo/design/gallery/MZ-1/| Sony Design Gallery Page]]
[[https://worldradiohistory.com/Archive-All-Audio/Archive-HiFI-Stereo/90s/Stereo-Review-1992-11.pdf| Stereo Review 11-1992 (page 6)]]
===== Manuals =====
{{:equipment:sony:portable:mz-1user.pdf| MZ-1 User Manual}}
{{:equipment:sony:portable:mz-1service.pdf| MZ-1 Service Manual}}
===== Repair/teardown =====
[[https://vintage-audio-laser.com/A-l-atelier-page-72-845| vintage-audio-laser teardown]]
Test Mode on the Sony MZ-1:
With an AC cord unplugged and battery removed, short JR106 with a solder jumper. Plug in the AC cord, and the TEST mode will be activated. To deactivate the TEST mode, remove the solder jumper.
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