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3-865-706-11(1)
CD Radio
Cassette-Corder
Operating Instructions
CFD-S28
CFD-S38
©1999 by Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1 3-865-706-11(1) CD Radio Cassette-Corder Operating Instructions CFD-S28 CFD-S38 ©1999 by Sony Corporation...
  • Page 2 Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers Do not install the appliance in a confined whenever you call upon your Sony dealer space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. regarding this product. For customers in Canada To prevent electric shock, match wide blade Model No.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Basic Operations Playing a CD Listening to the radio Playing a tape 10 Recording on a tape The CD Player The Timer 12 Using the display 21 Setting the clock 13 Locating a specific point in a 22 Waking up to music track 24 Falling asleep to music...
  • Page 4: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations Playing a CD Connect the supplied AC power cord (see page 25). Press 6 PUSH OPEN/CLOSE down to open the CD PUSH compartment and place the CD OPEN/CLOSE on the CD compartment. With the label side up Close the lid of the CD compartment.
  • Page 5 Use these buttons for additional operations POWER 6 PUSH OPEN/CLOSE VOLUME +, – Press Next time you want to adjust the volume VOLUME +, – (VOL +, – listen to a CD, just press ^. The player turns on on the remote, CFD-S38 only) automatically and starts stop playback playing the CD.
  • Page 6: Listening To The Radio

    Listening to the radio Connect the supplied AC power cord (see page 25). Display Press RADIO BAND until the PRESET band you want appears in the RADIO BAND display (direct power-on). Indicates an FM stereo TIME Hold down TIME SET•TUNE broadcast + or –...
  • Page 7 Use these buttons for additional operations POWER VOLUME +, – PLAY MODE MONO/ST Tips Press • If the FM broadcast is adjust the volume VOLUME +, – (VOL +, – on the noisy, press PLAY MODE •MONO/ST remote, CFD-S38 only) until “Mono”...
  • Page 8: Playing A Tape

    Playing a tape Connect the supplied AC power cord (see page 25). STOP/EJECT Press p6 to open the tape With the side you want compartment and insert a to play facing upward recorded tape. Use TYPE I (normal) tape only. Close the compartment.
  • Page 9 Use these buttons for additional operations VOLUME +, – POWER Press Next time you want to adjust the volume VOLUME +, – (VOL +, – listen to a tape, just press (. The player on the remote, CFD-S38 turns on automatically only) and starts playing the stop playback...
  • Page 10: Recording On A Tape

    Recording on a tape Connect the supplied AC power cord (see page 25). STOP/EJECT Press p6 to open the tape With the side you want to record on facing upward compartment and insert a blank tape. Use TYPE I (normal) tape only.
  • Page 11 Press r to start recording (( is depressed automatically). Use these buttons for additional operations POWER FUNCTION Tips Press • Adjusting the volume or stop recording the audio emphasis (see page 27) will not affect pause recording the recording level. Press the button again to •...
  • Page 12: The Cd Player

    The CD Player Using the display You can check information about the CD using the display. DISPLAY ENT MEMORY Checking the total track number and playing time Press DISPLAY ENT•MEMORY in stop mode. If the CD has more than 12 tracks, “OVER 12” appears in the display.
  • Page 13: Locating A Specific Point In A Track

    Locating a specific point in a track You can quickly find a specific point in a track while playing a CD. You can also locate any track using the number buttons on the remote (CFD-S38 only). Note To locate Press CFD-S38 only: + (forward) or = a point while listening to...
  • Page 14: Playing Tracks Repeatedly

    Playing tracks repeatedly PLAY MODE MONO/ST (Repeat Play) You can play tracks repeatedly in normal, shuffle or program play modes (see page 16). On the remote Press p. (CFD-S38 only) “Cd” appears in the display. 1 Press p. 2 Press MODE until Proceed as follows.
  • Page 15: Playing Tracks In Random Order

    Playing tracks in random order (Shuffle Play) PLAY MODE MONO/ST You can play tracks in random order. On the remote Press p. (CFD-S38 only) “Cd” appears in the display. 1 Press p. 2 Press MODE until Press PLAY MODE•MONO/ST until “SHUF” “SHUF”...
  • Page 16: Creating Your Own Program

    Creating your own program PLAY MODE MONO/ST (Program Play) DISPLAY ENT MEMORY You can arrange the playing order of up to 20 tracks on a CD. On the remote Press p. (CFD-S38 only) “Cd” appears in the display. 1 Press p. 2 Press MODE until Press PLAY MODE•MONO/ST until “PGM”...
  • Page 17 Tips To cancel Program Play • You can play the same Press PLAY MODE•MONO/ST until “PGM” program again, since disappears from the display. the program is saved until you open the CD compartment. To check the order of tracks before play •...
  • Page 18: Enjoying Sound Effects

    Enjoying sound effects (LOOP/FLASH) LOOP You can repeat part of a CD (LOOP) AUTO PRESET and can “flash” the CD sound (FLASH) during playback. FLASH Play a CD. Press and hold LOOP•AUTO PRESET or FLASH at the point you want to start the function. Press and hold repeat a selected part of a CD LOOP•...
  • Page 19: The Radio

    The Radio Presetting radio stations RADIO BAND DISPLAY ENT MEMORY You can store radio stations into the player’s memory. You can preset up to 20 radio stations, 10 for each band in any LOOP order. AUTO PRESET PRESET +, – Press RADIO BAND until the band you want appears in the display.
  • Page 20: Playing Preset Radio Stations

    Playing preset radio stations Once you've preset the stations, use the RADIO BAND number buttons on the remote or PRESET +/– on the player to tune in to your favorite stations. PRESET +, – On the remote Press RADIO BAND to select the band. (CFD-S38 only) 1 Press BAND to select Press PRESET + or –...
  • Page 21: The Timer

    The Timer Setting the clock CLOCK “- -:- -” indication appears in the display until you set the clock. DISPLAY ENT MEMORY TIME SET TUNE +, – Before you set the clock, connect the AC power cord The time display (page 24).
  • Page 22: Waking Up To Music

    Waking up to music STANDBY TIMER You can wake up to music or a radio program at a preset time. Make sure DISPLAY ENT you have set the clock (“Setting the MEMORY clock” on page 21). TIME SET TUNE +, – Before you begin, make sure the t (clock) indication is not lit in the display.
  • Page 23 Press TIME SET•TUNE + or – to set the volume, then DISPLAY ENT•MEMORY. Tips Press STANDBY. • To exit the standby The t indication lights up and the power goes off. mode, press STANDBY to make t disappear At the preset time, the power will go on, and the from the display.
  • Page 24: Falling Asleep To Music

    Falling asleep to music You can set the player to turn off automatically after 10, 20, 30, 60, 90, SLEEP and 120 minutes, allowing you to fall asleep while listening to music. Play the music source you want. You can fall asleep and wake up to different Press SLEEP to display “SLEEP.”...
  • Page 25: Setting Up

    Setting Up Choosing the power sources You can use the AC power or batteries as a power source. AC IN 14 Battery compartment 2 to a wall outlet 1 Inserting the back-up batteries Insert four size AA (R6) batteries (not supplied) into the battery compartment.
  • Page 26 Choosing the power sources (continued) 3 Inserting batteries into the remote (CFD-S38 only) Insert two size AA (R6) batteries (not supplied) Replacing batteries With normal use, the batteries should last for about six months. When the remote no longer operates the player, replace all the batteries with new ones.
  • Page 27: Selecting The Audio Emphasis

    Selecting the audio emphasis (Sound Mode/MEGA BASS) MEGA BASS You can adjust the audio emphasis of the sound you are listening to. SOUND On the remote Selecting the sound characteristic (CFD-S38 only) Press SOUND repeatedly to select the audio emphasis Press SOUND you want.
  • Page 28: Additional Information

    • If the player has not been used for a long time, set it in the playback mode to warm it up for a few minutes before inserting a cassette. If you have any questions or problems concerning your player, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. Additional Information...
  • Page 29 Notes on CDs Notes on cassettes • Before playing, clean the CD with a • Break off the cassette tab from side A cleaning cloth. Wipe the CD from the or B to prevent accidental recording. If center out. you want to reuse the tape for recording, cover the broken tab with adhesive tape.
  • Page 30: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Symptom Remedy The power is not on. • Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet securely. • Make sure the batteries are inserted correctly. • You cannot turn on the player with the remote when you operate the player on batteries (CFD- S38 only).
  • Page 31 After trying the above remedies, if you still have problems, unplug the AC power cord and remove all the batteries. After all the indications in the display disappear, plug the power cord and insert the batteries again. If the problem persists, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. Additional Information...
  • Page 32: Maintenance

    Maintenance Cleaning the lens Demagnetizing the tape heads If the lens becomes dirty, it may cause a After 20 to 30 hours of use, enough skipping of sound during CD operation. residual magnetism will have built up Clean with a commercially available on the tape heads to begin to cause loss blower.
  • Page 33: Specifications

    4-track 2 channel stereo Supplied accessories Fast winding time AC power cord (1) Approx. 120 sec. with Sony cassette C-60 Remote control (1) (CFD-S38 only) Frequency response Design and specifications are subject to change without TYPE I (normal): 70 - 13,000 Hz notice.
  • Page 34: Index

    Index I, J, K Audio emphasis 27 Improving broadcast Selecting reception 7 audio emphasis 27 tracks 5 Setting the clock 21 Batteries Setting up 25 Listening to the radio 6 for player 26 Shuffle Play 15 Locating a specific point 13 memory back-up 25 SOUND 27 LOOP 18...
  • Page 35 Additional Information...
  • Page 36 Sony Corporation Printed in China...

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