Sony MZ-RH1 / MZ-M200

The last portable MiniDisc recorder produced by Sony.

When originally released, it was the only device capable of transferring recordings made on standard MiniDiscs back to a computer. However, this functionality is now available to all USB-equipped HiMD portables as well as a number of NetMD portables thanks to the WebMiniDisc project. A list of the NetMD portables which support this feature can be found Here

There is no functional difference between the MZ-RH1 and MZ-M200. The only difference between the two devices, other than branding, is the M200 was specifically marketed as a field recorder and sold in a bundle with the Sony ECM-DS70P stereo microphone.

Notes for Modern Day Buyers:

• The OLED screens (there are actually two) are known to fail, and replacement options have changed since the original buyer notes were written. See the Repair section below for the replacement OLED project described in this snapshot. Here is a video that demonstrates the repair process using identical screens harvested from a Network Walkman device.
• The original LIP-4WM battery is no longer available. Most OEM versions have long since lost most of their capacity or even their ability to recharge. Modern aftermarket replacements can be found online, as well as alternative options for building your own replacement cell using 3D printing, as seen Here

Switching between Hi-MD and MD modes without a display

If your display has failed, use these steps to switch between Hi-MD and standard MD modes:

• Insert a disc
• Wait 5 seconds
• Hold Display/Menu for 2 seconds
• Down
• Enter
• Down x 4
• Enter
• Down
• Enter

Use the same steps to change back to Hi-MD mode.

– Instructions courtesy of /u/NeoG_ on /r/MiniDisc

MD Mechanism: MT-MZRH1-181
Optical Pick-up: ABX-U2
ATRAC IC: CXD2687-001GG

Content adapted from: MZ-RH1 Minidisc.org Page Sony Official Press Release av.watch lonelymachines initial impressions Also see Ohm's review for excellent RightMark testing data. itmedia.co.jp sony product page watch.impress.co.jp in depth review av.watch.impress.co.jp review MDCon's MZ-RH1 Review by CoryW

MZ-RH1 / MZ-M200 User Manual

MZ-RH1 FR User Manual

Sony MZ-RH1 Service Manual

Thanks to the brilliant work of Sir68k, replacement OLEDs are now available for these flagship MiniDisc recorders. After multiple revisions, they fit perfectly and install with only the smallest modification necessary. They are larger and brighter than the originals and should last longer, based on the newer technology. Sir68k's MZ-RH1 page

Reference video here for installation of the Rev. E OLEDs: Watch the referenced video on YouTube

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