Sony MZ-E30 MiniDisc player (silver). Quantity 1. Used.
Sony External AA Battery Case. Quantity 1. Used.
* Player and external AA battery case only. No other items, batteries, or accessories are included in the sale *
** This sale does not include any way of powering the device **
Summary:
A functional device with some callouts regarding the appearance.
During testing I could not disable the AVLS function. Although AVLS is enabled, it's still possible to increase the volume very high (way higher than was comfortable for me).
Product Condition (Appearance):
Front Face : A few small scuffs or scratches.
Sides : A few small marks or scuffs on the edges. A slight dent on one corner.
Rear Face : A few tiny marks or scratches.
Internal Battery Compartment : Very slight signs of corrosion or aging.
All external facing screws present and tightened.
Product Condition (Functionality):
A functional device.
During testing I could not disable the AVLS function. Although AVLS is enabled it, it's still possible to increase the volume very high (way higher than was comfortable for me).
See test results and photographs for detail.
Player / Recorder Unit:
Sony MZ-E30 (silver)
Power Via Rechargeable Gumstick Battery : OK *** Rechargeable gumstick battery is not included in the sale ***
Power Via External AA Battery Case : OK
Audio Playback : OK - Listened to over two hours of audio with no issues.
Audio Output - OK
Volume Up : OK
Volume Down : OK
Play : OK
Next Track : OK
Previous Track : OK
Stop : OK
Play Mode : OK
Hold : OK
DIGITAL MEGA BASS : OK
AVLS : Fail
Disk Insert - OK
Disk Eject - OK
Accessory:
Sony external AA battery case (black)
Product Condition (Appearance):
A some small scratches and marks on the external surface of the case but nothing particularly noticeable.
Some signs of past corrosion on the internal negative battery terminal.
Product Condition (Functionality):
The device is functional.
See test results and photographs for detail.
Screw (release, lock) mechanism to attach the case to a device - OK
Power to device using a standard dry cell or rechargeable battery (LR6, AA) - OK
Product Information:
The Sony MZ-E30 is the successor to the MZ-E3. It is dedicated to disc playback, and does not have disc recording functionality.
Released in 1996, it has a magnesium diecast construction, and features one song repeat, all repeat, and shuffle repeat playback modes.
Due to its age it does not support MDLP.
It was one of the first units to utilize the rechargeable 1.2V Ni-MH 'gumstick' battery.
It weighs 120 grams without a battery or disc installed.
It has a 3.5 mm headphone jack for audio output.
Hopefully this information is clear and covers everything you need, but don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.
