Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located at the rear. Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. __________________________ Serial No. __________________________ Certain countries may regulate disposal of the battery used to power this product.
Table of Contents Getting started Locating the controls ... 4 Playing a CD 1. Connect your CD player..6 2. Insert a CD..6 3. Play a CD..6 Playback options Playing tracks repeatedly (Repeat play) ... 10 Playing a single track (Single play) ...
Rotary commander ql .(AMS/search)• > (AMS/search)/ N(play) control (pages 6, 7, 11) Note The supplied rotary commander should be used with this player only. Using the hand strap To carry during strenuous activity, use the supplied hand strap. 1 Pass the hand strap through the strap holes of the player. 2 Put your hand through the hand strap, and hold the player in one of two ways as illustrated below.
Playing a CD You can also use rechargeable batteries, dry batteries and house current ( AC power adaptor) as a power source. . Connect your CD player. 1 Connect the car connecting pack. 2 Connect the car battery cord. Note Turn down the volume of the car cassette deck before inserting the car connecting pack.
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Play (from the point you stopped) Play (from the first track) Pause (on the CD player only) Stop Find the beginning of the current track (AMS* Find the beginning of the previous tracks (AMS) Find the beginning of the next track (AMS) Find the beginning of the succeeding tracks (AMS) Go backwards quickly Go forward quickly...
About CD-Rs/CD-RWs This CD player can play CD-Rs/CD-RWs recorded in the CD-DA format*, but playback capability may vary depending on the quality of the disc and the condition of the recording device. * CD-DA is the abbreviation for Compact Disc Digital Audio. It is a recording standard used for Audio CDs. Removing the CD Remove the CD while pressing the pivot in the center of the tray.
Playback options You can enjoy various ways of playback using PLAY MODE and REPEAT/ENTER. PLAY MODE button Each time you press the button, you can change the playback mode. No indication (Normal play) “1” (Play a single track) “SHUF” (Play tracks in random order) “PGM”...
Playing tracks repeatedly (Repeat play) You can play tracks repeatedly in normal, single, shuffle and PGM play modes. During playback, press REPEAT/ENTER. Playing a single track (Single play) During playback, press PLAY MODE repeatedly until “1” appears. Playing tracks in random order (Shuffle play) During playback, press PLAY MODE repeatedly until “SHUF”...
Playing tracks in your favorite order You can program the CD player to play up to 64 tracks in your favorite order. During playback, press PLAY MODE repeatedly until “PGM” appears. Press . or N/> to select a track. Press REPEAT/ENTER quickly (less than 0.5 second) to enter the selected track.
B Available features G-PROTECTION function The G-PROTECTION function has been developed to provide excellent protection against sound skipping during many active uses. This function provides a higher level of shock protection than the traditional one. Set G-PROTECTION (under the lid) to “ON.”...
Protecting your hearing (AVLS) The AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) function keeps down the maximum volume to protect your hearing. Press and hold SOUND until “AVLS” appears in the display. Flashes when the volume is turned up and beyond a certain level. When you turn up the volume to “...
Turning off the operation beep sound You can turn off the beep sound that is heard from your headphones/earphones when you operate your CD player. Remove the power source (AC power adaptor, rechargeable batteries or dry batteries) from the CD player. Connect the power source while pressing x/CHG on the CD player or x on the rotary commander.
B Connecting your CD player Connecting a stereo system You can listen to CDs through a stereo system and record CDs on a cassette tape. For details, see the instruction manual that comes with the connected device. Be sure to turn off all connected devices before making connections.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your CD player, please contact your nearest Sony dealer. Mounting your CD player Attach the CD player to the console box with the supplied Velcro tapes.
• If the fuse is blown again after replacing it, contact your nearest Sony dealer. In such a case, bring the defective fuse to the dealer with you. Notes on the car connecting pack •...
Mounting the rotary commander If you use the supplied rotary commander, you can control your CD player as you would control the headlight or the wiper switch of your car while driving. Attach the rotary commander to a flat place as illustrated below.
B Connecting to a power source You can use the following power sources: • AC power adaptor • Rechargeable batteries • LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries For the battery life and charging time of the rechargeable batteries, see “Specifications.” Using the AC power adaptor Connect the supplied AC power adaptor to the DC IN 4.5 V jack and an AC outlet.
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Using the rechargeable batteries Connect the AC power adaptor to the DC IN 4.5 V jack of your CD player and an AC outlet, then press x/CHG to start charging. x/CHG button AC power adaptor to an AC outlet The CD player charges the batteries. The “CHG”...
When to replace the rechargeable batteries If the battery life becomes shorter by about half, replace the batteries with new rechargeable batteries. Note on the rechargeable batteries If the battery is new or has not been used for a long time, it may not be charged completely until you charge and discharge it several times.
Notes on the power source Disconnect all power sources when the CD player is not used. On AC power adaptor • Use only the AC power adaptor supplied or recommended in “Accessories (supplied/ optional).” Do not use any other AC power adaptor.
B Additional information Precautions On safety • Should any solid objects or liquid fall into the CD player, unplug it and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further. • Do not put any foreign objects in the DC IN 4.5 V (external power input) jack.
Troubleshooting Should any problem persist after you have checked these symptoms, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Symptom The volume does not increase even if you press the VOLUME + button repeatedly. Cannot adjust the volume. No sound, or noise is heard.
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Symptom The CD player does not start charging. Playback starts from the point you stopped. (resume function) Rustling noise is heard from the CD. When closing the lid of the CD player, the CD starts to rotate. You cannot operate the CD player properly using the rotary commander.
Power requirements For the area code of the model you purchased, check the upper left side of the bar code on the package. • Two Sony NC-WMAA rechargeable batteries: 2.4 V DC • Sony NH-WM2AA rechargeable batteries: 2.4 V DC •...
Should the AC power adaptor cease to function in its intended manner, during the warranty period, the adaptor should be returned to your nearest Sony Service Center or Sony Authorized Repair Center for replacement, or after warranty period, it should be discarded.
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This warranty is valid only in the United States. Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia...