====== Sony Qualia 017 ======

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"Q017-MD1"
Incorrectly listed as a netMD capable device on the minidisc.org site, the Qualia 017 is actually a playback only device.  Machined from a solid block of brass, it has a very distinctive design.

A few things to note if you are trying to find one today.
  * It can only be charged using the supplied dock. 
  * The headphone connector is unique.  You must use the supplied remote or 3.5mm adapter. (Same as the [[:equipment:sony:portable:mz-e10|MZ-E10]]? [[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Qualia_(Sony)|Wiki page supporting claim]])
  * It has a battery shut-off switch inside of the disc bay.
  * Internal rechargeable battery is removable/replaceable with just a driver.  No full teardown is required.

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Content adapted from:  [[https://www.sony.jp/CorporateCruise/Press/200404/04-0421B/| Sony Press Release]]
[[https://web.archive.org/web/20060413083111/http://news.sel.sony.com/pressrelease/4696| Sony Press Release 2]], 
[[https://www.sony.jp/products/Consumer/QUALIA/jp/products/017/index.html| Sony Japan Qualia 017 Page]], [[http://www.minidisc.org/part_Sony_Qualia-017.html|Qualia 017 Minidisc.org Page]]
[[https://av.watch.impress.co.jp/docs/20040421/sony2.htm| av.watch]]
===== Manuals =====

{{:equipment:sony:portable:q017md1.pdf |Q017-MD1 User Manual}}

{{ :equipment:sony:portable:qualia_017.pdf |Qualia 017 Brochure/Specs pdf}}

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