Sony CFD-E100 Operating Instructions

Notes on cassettes
Precautions Troubleshooting
• Break off the cassette tab from side A or B
to prevent accidental recording. If you
want to reuse the tape for recording, cover
On safety
General
the broken tab with adhesive tape.
• As the laser beam used in the CD player
The power does not come on.
section is harmful to the eyes, do not
• Connect the mains lead to the mains securely.
attempt to disassemble the casing. Refer
• Make sure the batteries are inserted correctly.
Side A
servicing to qualified personnel only.
• Replace all the batteries with new ones if they
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into
are weak.
the player, unplug the player, and have it
• You cannot turn on the player with the remote
checked by qualified personnel before when you operate the player on batteries .
Tab for side A
operating it any further.
Tab for side B There is no audio.
• Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g.,
• Adjust the volume.
heart, square, star) cannot be played on
• Unplug the headphones when listening
• The use of a cassette with more than 90
this player. Attempting to do so may through speakers.
minutes of play time is not recommended
damage the player. Do not use such discs.
Noise is heard.
except for long, continuous recording or
• Someone is using a portable telephone or
Cleaning the cabinet playback.
other equipment that emits radio waves near
• Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with
Notes on CDs the player. tMove the portable telephone,
a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild
etc., away from the player.
• Before playing, clean the CD with a
detergent solution. Do not use any type of
cleaning cloth. Wipe the CD from the
CD Player
abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent,
centre out.
such as alcohol or benzine.
The CD does not play or "no dISC"
lights in the display even when a CD
On power sources
is in place.
• For AC operation, check that the player's
• Place the CD with the label surface up.
operating voltage is identical with your
• Clean the CD.
local power supply (see "Specifications")
• Take out the CD and leave the CD
and use the supplied mains lead; do not
compartment open for about an hour to dry
use any other type.
moisture condensation.
• The player is not disconnected from the
• The CD-R/CD-RW was not finalized. Finalize
AC power source (mains) as long as it is
the CD-R/CD-RW with the recording device.
connected to the mains, even if the player • Do not use solvents such as benzine,
• There is a problem with the quality of the CD-
itself has been turned off. thinner, commercially available cleaners
R/CD-RW, recording device, or application
• For battery operation, use six R14 (size C) or anti-static spray intended for vinyl LPs. software.
batteries. • Do not expose the CD to direct sunlight or
• The CD-R/CD-RW is blank.
• When the batteries are not to be used, heat sources such as hot air ducts, nor • Replace all the batteries with new ones if they
leave it in a car parked in direct sunlight as are weak.
remove them to avoid damage that can be
caused by battery leakage or corrosion. there can be a considerable rise in The sound drops out.
temperature inside the car.
• The nameplate indicating operating • Reduce the volume.
voltage, power consumption, etc. is • Do not stick paper or sticker on the CD, • Clean the CD, or replace it if the CD is badly
nor scratch the surface of the CD. damaged.
located at the bottom.
• Place the player in a location free from
• After playing, store the CD in its case.
On placement
If there is a scratch, dirt or fingerprints on the vibration.
• Do not leave the player in a location near
• Clean the lens with a commercially available
CD, it may cause tracking error.
heat sources, or in a place subject to direct blower.
sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical About CD-Rs/CD-RWs • The sound may drop out or noise may be
heard when using poor quality CD-Rs/CD-
shock. This player can play CD-Rs/CD-RWs
RWs or if there is a problem with the
• Do not place the player on an inclined or recorded in the CD-DA format*, but
recording device or application software.
unstable place. playback capability may vary depending on
• Do not place anything within 10 mm of the quality of the disc and the condition of Radio
the side of the cabinet. The ventilation the recording device.
Reception is poor.
holes must be unobstructed for the player
* CD-DA is the abbreviation for Compact
• Reorient the aerial to improve FM reception.
to operate properly and prolong the life of
Disc Digital Audio. It is a recording
its components.
standard used for Audio CDs.
• If the player is left in a car parked in the
sun, be sure to choose a location in the car
where the player will not be subjected to Music discs encoded with copyright
the direct rays of the sun. protection technologies
• Since a strong magnet is used for the
This product is designed to play back discs
speakers, keep personal credit cards using
that conform to the Compact Disc (CD)
magnetic coding or spring-wound watches
standard. Recently, various music discs
away from the player to prevent possible
encoded with copyright protection
• Reorient the player itself to improve AM or
damage from the magnet.
technologies are marketed by some record MW/LW reception.
companies. Please be aware that among
On operation those discs, there are some that do not
conform to the CD standard and may not be
• If the player is brought directly from a
playable by this product.
cold to a warm location, or is placed in a
very damp room, moisture may condense
on the lenses inside the CD player section.
Note on DualDisc
Should this occur, the player will not
The audio is weak or has poor quality.
A DualDisc is a two sided disc product
operate properly. In this case, remove the
• Replace all the batteries with new ones if they
which mates DVD recorded material on one
CD and wait about an hour for the
are weak.
side with digital audio material on the other
moisture to evaporate.
• Move the player away from the TV.
side. However, since the audio material side
• If the player has not been used for a long
The picture of your TV becomes
does not conform to the Compact Disc (CD)
time, set it in the playback mode to warm
standard, playback on this product is not unstable.
it up for a few minutes before inserting a
• If you are listening to an FM programme near
guaranteed.
cassette.
the TV with an indoor aerial, move the player
away from the TV.
If you have any questions or problems
concerning your player, please consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
Tape Player
Specifications
The tape does not move when you
press an operation button.
CD player section
• Close the cassette compartment securely.
System
The z button does not function or the
Compact disc digital audio system
tape does not play or record.
Laser diode properties
• Make sure the safety tab on the cassette is in
Emission duration: Continuous
place.
Laser output: Less than 44.6 µW
Poor or distorted playback, recording
(This output is the value measured at a distance
of about 200 mm from the objective lens surface
or erasing quality.
on the optical pick-up block with 7 mm
• Clean the heads, pinch roller and capstan with
aperture.)
a cleaning swab slightly moistened with
Spindle speed
cleaning fluid or alcohol.
200 r/min (rpm) to 500 r/min (rpm)
• Replace all the batteries with new ones if they
(CLV)
are weak.
Number of channels
• TYPE II (high position) or TYPE IV (metal)
2
tape is being used. Use TYPE I (normal) tape
Frequency response
only.
20 - 20 000 Hz +1/–2 dB
• Demagnetize the heads using a commercially
Wow and flutter
available tape head demagnetizer.
Below measurable limit
Record/playback head Radio section
Frequency range
Capstan
CFD-E100L
FM 87.5 - 108 MHz
MW 531 - 1 611 kHz (9 kHz step)
530 - 1 610 kHz (10 kHz step)
LW 153 - 279 kHz
Erase head Pinch roller
CFD-E100
FM 87.5 - 108 MHz
AM 531 - 1 611 kHz (9 kHz step)
530 - 1 610 kHz (10 kHz step)
IF
FM: 10.7 MHz
AM/MW/LW: 450 kHz
Aerials
FM: Telescopic aerials
AM/MW/LW: Built-in ferrite bar aerials
Cassette-corder section
Lens
Recording system
4-track 2 channel stereo
Remote
Fast winding time
The remote does not function.
Approx. 120 s (sec.) with Sony cassette C-60
• Replace all the batteries in the remote with
Frequency response
new ones if they are weak.
TYPE I (normal): 80 - 13 000 Hz
• Make sure that you are pointing the remote at
the remote sensor on the player.
General
• Remove any obstacles in the path of the
Speaker
remote and the player.
Full range: 8 cm dia., 3.2 Ω, cone type (2)
• Make sure the remote sensor is not exposed to
Outputs
strong light such as direct sunlight or
Headphones jack (stereo minijack)
fluorescent lamp light.
For 16 - 68 Ω impedance headphones
• Move closer to the player when using the
Maximum Power output
remote.
3.6 W
Power requirements
After trying the above remedies, if you still have
For CD radio cassette-corder:
problems, unplug the mains lead and remove all
Malaysia and Singapore models: 230 - 240 V AC,
the batteries. After all the indications in the
50Hz
display disappear, plug the mains lead and insert
Korean model: 220 V AC, 60Hz
the batteries again. If the problem persists,
Other models: 230 V AC, 50Hz
please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
9 V DC, 6 R14 (size C) batteries
For remote control:
3 V DC, 2 R03 (size AAA) batteries
Power consumption
AC 14 W
Battery life
For CD radio cassette-corder:
FM recording
Sony R14P: approx. 13.5 h
Sony alkaline LR14: approx. 20 h
Tape playback
Sony R14P: approx. 7.5 h
Sony alkaline LR14: approx. 15 h
CD playback
Sony R14P: approx. 2.5 h
Sony alkaline LR14: approx. 7 h
Dimensions
Approx. 385 × 190.5 × 170 mm (w/h/d)
(incl. projecting parts)
Mass
Approx. 3.1 kg (incl. batteries)
Supplied accessory
Mains lead (1)
Remote control (1)
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Optional accessories
Sony MDR headphone series
English
Notice for customers in the United
WARNING
Kingdom
A moulded plug complying with BS 1363 is
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do
fitted to this equipment for your safety and
not expose the player to rain or convenience.
moisture.
Should the fuse in the plug supplied need to be
To avoid electrical shock, do not open
replaced, same rating fuse approved by ASTA or
CD Radio
the cabinet. Refer servicing to
BSI to BS 1362, (i.e. marked with
qualified personnel only. mark) must be used.
Cassette-
If the plug supplied with this equipment has a
WARNING
detachable fuse cover, be sure to attach the fuse
Corder
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, cover after you change the fuse. Never use the
such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. plug without the fuse cover. If you should lose
the fuse cover, please contact your nearest Sony
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place service station.
objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the
Operating Instructions
Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic
appliance.
Equipment (Applicable in the European
Connect the apparatus to an easily accessible Union and other European countries
AC outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in
with separate collection systems)
the apparatus, disconnect the main plug from the
AC outlet immediately.
This symbol on the product or
on its packaging indicates that
CAUTION — CLASS 1M INVISIBLE LASER this product shall not be treated
RADIATION WHEN OPEN as household waste. Instead it
shall be handed over to the
applicable collection point for
DO NOT VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL
the recycling of electrical and
INSTRUMENTS
electronic equipment. By
ensuring this product is
disposed of correctly, you will help prevent
potential negative consequences for the
environment and human health, which could
otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste
CFD-E100
handling of this product. The recycling of
materials will help to conserve natural resources.
CFD-E100L For more detailed information about recycling of
this product, please contact your local Civic
Office, your household waste disposal service or
the shop where you purchased the product.
Applicable accessories: Remote control
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Power Sources
B
2
to the mains
A
1
to AC IN
Connect the mains lead A or insert six R14 (size C) batteries (not supplied) into the battery
compartment B .
Notes
• Replace the batteries when the OPR/BATT indicator dims or when the player stops operating.
Replace all the batteries with new ones. Before you replace the batteries, be sure to take out the CD
from the player.
• To use the player on batteries, disconnect the mains lead from the player.
• When you operate the player on batteries, you cannot turn on the player using the remote.
Preparing the remote C
Insert two R03 (size AAA) 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.
or
C