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Creating your own program
Changing the display
(Program Play)
To
Press
Change
DISPLAY
1
Select the CD or USB function.
information on
system is on.
Press FUNCTION
repeatedly.
the display*
2
Select the play mode.
Check the clock
DISPLAY
Press PLAY MODE
repeatedly until "PGM"
when the system
The clock is displayed for 8 seconds.
appears while the player is stopped.
is off
3
Select the desired track or file number.
* For example, you can view CD/MP3 disc information or the USB
device information, such as;
Press /
repeatedly until the desired track
track or file number during normal play.
or file number appears.
track or file name ("
") during normal play.
When programming MP3 files, press
+
/
artist name (" ") during normal play.
repeatedly to select the desired folder, and then
album or folder name ("
") during normal play.
select the desired file.
total playing time and total number of tracks on the CD-DA
disc (only when normal play mode is selected and the player is
stopped).
total number of folders (albums) on the MP3 disc or the USB
device (only when normal play mode is selected and the player or
the USB device is stopped).
volume label if it exists on the MP3 disc or the USB device (only
Selected track or file number
Total playing time of the selected
when normal play mode is selected and the player or the USB
track or file
device is stopped).
4
Program the selected track or file.
Notes on the display information
Characters that cannot be displayed appear as "_".
Press ENTER
to enter the selected track or file.
The following are not displayed;
5
Repeat steps 3 through 4 to program additional
total playing time for an MP3 disc and a USB device.
tracks or files, up to a total of 25 tracks or files.
remaining playing time for an MP3 file.
The following are not displayed correctly;
6
To play your program of tracks or files, press
.
elapsed playing time of an MP3 file encoded using VBR (variable
The program remains available until you open the CD
bit rate).
compartment. To play the same program again, press
folder and file names that do not follow either the ISO9660
Level 1, Level 2 or Joliet in the expansion format.
.
The following are displayed;
remaining playing time for a track.
To cancel Program Play
ID3 tag information for MP3 files when ID3 version 1 and
Press PLAY MODE
repeatedly until "PGM"
version 2 tags are used (ID3 version 2 tag information display has
disappears while the player is stopped.
priority when both ID3 version 1 and version 2 tags are used for a
single MP3 file).
To delete the last track or file of the program
up to 32 characters of ID3 tag information using uppercase letters
Press CLEAR
while the player is stopped.
(A to Z), numbers (0 to 9), and symbols (˝ $ % ' ( ) * + , – . / < = >
@ [ \ ] _ ` { | } ! ? ^
).
~
To view program information, such as total
track number of the program
Press DISPLAY
repeatedly.
Using the timers
The system offers two timer functions. If you use both
timers, the Sleep Timer has priority.
Using optional audio components
Sleep Timer:
1
Prepare the sound source.
You can fall asleep to music. This function works even if
Connect additional audio component to the AUDIO
the clock is not set.
IN jack
on the unit using an audio analog cord
Press SLEEP
repeatedly. If you select "AUTO, " the
(not supplied).
system automatically turns off after the current disc or
USB device stops, or within 100 minutes.
2
Turn down the volume.
Press VOLUME
.
Play Timer:
You can wake up to CD, FM/AM reception or USB device
3
Select the AUDIO IN function.
at a preset time.
Press FUNCTION
repeatedly.
Make sure you have set the clock.
4
Start playback.
1
Prepare the sound source.
Start playback of the connected component and adjust
Prepare the sound source, and then press VOLUME
the volume.
+/
to adjust the volume.
Note
To start from a specific CD track or audio file, create
The system may enter standby mode automatically if the volume
your own program.
level of the connected component is too low. Adjust the component's
2
volume accordingly. See "To turn off the automatic standby function. "
Select the timer set mode.
Press CLOCK/TIMER SET
3
Set the play timer.
Adjusting the sound
Press /
repeatedly to select "PLAY SET, "
then press ENTER
.
To
Press
4
Set the time to start playback.
Adjust the volume VOLUME +/
.
Press /
repeatedly to set the time, then
Generate a more
DSGX
on the unit.
press ENTER
.
dynamic sound
5
(Dynamic Sound
Use the same procedure as in step 4 to set the time
to stop playback.
Generator X-tra)
Set the sound
EQ
.
6
Select the sound source.
effect
Press /
repeatedly until the desired sound
source appears, then press ENTER
7
Turn off the system.
Press
. The system turns on 15 seconds before
the preset time.
If the system is on at the preset time, the Play Timer
will not play. Do not operate the system from the time
the system turns on until the playback starts.
To check the setting
1
Press CLOCK/TIMER SELECT
2
Press /
repeatedly to select "PLAY SEL, "
and then press ENTER
.
To cancel the timer
Repeat the same procedure as above until "OFF" appears
in step 2, and then press ENTER
To change the setting
Start over from step 1.
Tip
The Play Timer setting remains as long as the setting is not cancelled
manually.
"OVER CURRENT" appears.
Troubleshooting
A problem has been detected with the level of electrical
current from the
and remove the USB device from the
1
Make sure the power cord and speaker cords are
repeatedly when the
correctly and firmly connected.
If this display pattern persists, contact your nearest
2
Sony dealer.
Find your problem in the checklist below, and take
the indicated corrective action.
when the system is off.
There is no sound.
If the issue persists, contact your nearest Sony dealer.
The USB device is not connected correctly. Turn off the
system, then reconnect the USB device.
If "PROTECT" appears on the display
There is noise, skipping, or distorted sound.
Immediately unplug the power cord, and check the
following items after "PROTECT" disappears.
Turn off the system, then reconnect the USB device.
Are the + and speaker cords short-circuited?
The music data itself contains noise, or the sound is
Is anything blocking the ventilation holes of the
distorted. Noise may have been entered when creating
system?
music data due to the conditions of the computer.
Create the music data again.
After you have checked these above items and found
to be all right, reconnect the power cord, and turn on
The bit rate used when encoding the files was low. Send
files encoded with higher bit rates to the USB device.
the system. If the issue persists, contact your nearest
Sony dealer.
"READING" is displayed for an extended time,
or it takes a long time before playback starts.
General
The reading process can take a long time in the
following cases.
The system does not turn on.
There are many folders or files on the USB device.
Is the power cord plugged in?
Th e file structure is extremely complex.
The memory capacity is excessive.
The system has entered standby mode
The internal memory is fragmented.
unexpectedly.
This is not a malfunction. The system enters standby
Erroneous display
mode automatically in about 30 minutes when there is
Send the music data to the USB device again, as the
no operation or audio signal output. See "To turn off
data stored in the USB device may have been corrupted.
the automatic standby function. "
The character codes that can be displayed by this
system are numbers and alphabets only. Other
The clock setting or the Play Timer operation
characters are not displayed correctly.
has been cancelled unexpectedly.
If about a minute elapses with no operation, the clock
The USB device is not recognized.
setting or Play Timer setting is cancelled automatically.
Turn off the system and reconnect the USB device, then
Perform the operation again from the beginning.
turn on the system.
Check the information on the websites about
There is no sound.
compatible USB devices with URLs listed under
Are the + and speaker cords short-circuited?
"Playing a file of the USB device. "
Are you using only the supplied speakers?
The USB device does not work properly. Refer to the
Is anything blocking the ventilation holes of the system?
USB device operation manual for how to deal with this
The specified station may have temporarily stopped
problem.
broadcast.
Play does not start.
Sound comes from one channel, or the left and
Turn off the system and reconnect the USB device, then
right volumes are unbalanced.
turn on the system.
Place the speakers as symmetrically as possible.
Check the information on the websites about
Connect only the supplied speakers.
compatible USB devices with URLs listed under
"Playing a file of the USB device. "
Severe hum or noise.
Press
Move the system away from sources of noise.
Connect the system to a different wall outlet.
Play does not start from the first track.
Install a noise filter (available separately) to the power
Set the play mode to Normal Play mode.
cord.
Files cannot be played back.
The remote does not function.
The MP3 file does not have the extension ".mp3".
Remove any obstacles between the remote and the
The data is not stored in MP3 format.
remote sensor
on the unit, and position the unit
USB storage devices formatted with file systems other
away from fluorescent lights.
than FAT16 or FAT32 are unsupported.*
Point the remote at the system's sensor.
If you use a partitioned USB storage device, only files
Move the remote closer to the system.
on the first partition can be played.
Files that are encrypted or protected by passwords, etc.
CD/MP3 player
cannot be played back.
.
* This system supports FAT16 and FAT32, but some USB storage
The sound skips, or the disc will not play.
devices may not support all of these FAT. For details, see the
operation manual of each USB storage device or contact the
Wipe the disc clean, and replace it.
manufacturer.
Move the system to a location away from vibration (for
example, on top of a stable stand).
Tuner
Move the speakers away from the system, or place them
on separate stands. At high volume, speaker vibration
Severe hum or noise, or stations cannot be
may cause the sound to skip.
received. ("TUNED" or "ST" flashes on the
display.)
Play does not start from the first track.
Connect the antenna properly.
Return to Normal Play by pressing PLAY MODE
Find a location and an orientation that provide good
repeatedly until both "PGM" and "SHUF" disappear.
reception, and then set up the antenna again.
.
Starting playback takes more time than usual.
Keep the antennas away from the speaker cords and the
power cord to avoid picking up noise.
The following discs can increase the time it takes to
start playback;
Turn off nearby electrical equipment.
a disc recorded with a complicated tree structure.
Several radio stations can be heard at the same
a disc recorded in multisession mode.
time.
a disc that has not been finalized (a disc to which data
Find a location and an orientation that provide good
can be added).
reception, and then set up the antenna again.
a disc that has many folders.
Bundle the antenna cables using commercially available
cord clips, for example, and adjust the cable lengths.
USB device
.
To change the AM tuning interval (except
The connected USB device cannot be charged.
models for Europe, Russia, Saudi Arabia,
Make sure the USB device is connected securely.
Kuwait and Egypt)
If you have turned off the CD player/USB device power,
select a function other than the tuner function, or turn
The AM tuning interval is factory-preset to 9 kHz (or
on the CD player/USB device power. See "To improve
.
10 kHz for some areas).
tuner reception. "
Use buttons on the unit to change the AM tuning
interval.
Are you using a supported USB device?
1
If you connect an unsupported USB device, the
following problems may occur. Check the information
on the websites about compatible USB devices with
2
URLs listed under "Playing a file of the USB device. "
3
The USB device is not recognized.
File or folder names are not displayed on this system.
Playback is not possible.
The sound skips.
There is noise.
A distorted sound is output.
To improve tuner reception
Turn off CD player/USB device power by using the
(USB) port
. Turn off the system
system's power management function. By default, CD
(USB) port
player/USB device power is turned on.
. Make sure there is no problem with the USB device.
Use buttons on the unit to turn off the CD player/USB
device power.
1
Press FUNCTION
repeatedly to select the CD
function.
2
Press
to turn off the system.
3
After "STANDBY" stops flashing, press DISPLAY
to display the clock and then press
holding down
, until "CD/USB PWR OFF"
appears.
With CD player/USB device power turned off, access
time is increased. In addition, when the tuner function
is selected, power is not supplied to the USB device,
so it is not recognized and charged even if connected.
To turn on CD player/USB device power, repeat the
procedure until "CD/USB PWR ON" appears.
To reset the system to factory settings
If the system still does not operate properly, reset the
system to factory settings.
Use buttons on the unit to reset the unit to its factory
default settings.
1
Disconnect and reconnect the power cord, and then
turn on the system.
2
While holding down FUNCTION
press
.
All user-configured settings, such as preset radio
stations, timer, and the clock, are deleted.
To turn off the automatic standby function
This system is equipped with an automatic standby
function. With this function, the system enters standby
mode automatically in about 30 minutes when there is no
operation or audio signal output.
By default, the automatic standby function is turned on.
Use buttons on the unit to turn off the automatic standby
function.
Hold down
while the system is on, until
"AUTO. STBY OFF" appears.
To turn on the function, repeat the procedure until
"AUTO. STBY ON" appears.
Notes
"AUTO STANDBY" lights up in the display when the automatic
standby function is turned on.
The automatic standby function is invalid for the tuner functions
(FM/AM), even when "AUTO STANDBY" lights up in the display.
to start playback.
The system may not enter standby mode automatically in the
following cases;
when an audio signal is detected.
when a USB device is connected.
during playback of audio tracks or files.
while the preset Play Timer or Sleep Timer is in process.
Messages
CANNOT PLAY : You tried to play an unsupported file on
the USB device.
DATA ERROR : You tried to play an unplayable file on the
USB device.
DEVICE ERROR : The USB device could not be
recognized or an unknown device is connected.
FULL : You tried to program more than 25 tracks or files
(steps).
NoDEVICE : No USB device is connected or the
connected USB device has been stopped.
NO DISC : There is no disc in the player, or you have
loaded a disc that cannot be played.
NoMEMORY : The memory selected for playback has no
memory media inserted in the USB device.
NO STEP : All of the programmed tracks have been
erased.
NO SUPPORT : An unsupported USB device is
connected.
NO TRACK : Playable file on the USB device is not loaded
in the system.
NOT USED : You tried to perform a specific operation
under conditions where that operation is prohibited.
OVER : You have reached the end of the disc while
pressing
during playback or pause.
PUSH SELECT : You tried to set the clock or timer during
timer operation.
PUSH STOP : You pressed PLAY MODE
playback.
SET CLOCK : You tried to select the timer when the clock
is not set.
SET TIMER : You tried to select the timer when the Play
Timer is not set.
TIME NG : The Play Timer start and end times are set to
the same time.
Tune in any AM station, and then turn off the
system.
Press DISPLAY
to display the clock.
While holding down
, press
.
All the AM preset stations are erased. To reset the
interval to the factory preset, repeat the procedure.
Precautions
Specifications
Main unit
Discs that this system CAN play
Amplifier section
Audio CD
European and Russian models:
CD-R/CD-RW (audio data/MP3 files)
DIN power output (rated): 4 watts + 4 watts (4 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN)
Continuous RMS power output (reference): 5 watts + 5 watts (4 ohms at
1 kHz, 10% THD)
Discs that this system CANNOT play
Music power output (reference): 9 watts + 9 watts
CD-ROM
Other models:
DIN power output (rated): 4 watts + 4 watts (4 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN)
CD-R/CD-RW other than those recorded in music CD
Continuous RMS power output (reference): 5 watts + 5 watts (4 ohms at
format or MP3 format conforming to ISO9660 Level
while
1 kHz, 10% THD)
1/Level 2, Joliet
Input
CD-R/CD-RW recorded in multisession that have not
AUDIO IN (stereo mini jack): Sensitivity 550 mV, impedance 50 kilohms
ended by "closing the session"
Outputs
PHONES (stereo mini jack): Accepts headphones with an impedance of
CD-R/CD-RW of poor recording quality, CD-R/
8 ohms or more
CD-RW that have scratches or are dirty, or CD-R/CD-
SPEAKERS: Accepts impedance of 4 ohms
RW recorded with an incompatible recording device
CD player section
System: Compact disc and digital audio system
CD-R/CD-RW which is finalized incorrectly
Laser Diode Properties
Discs containing files other than MPEG 1 Audio Layer-
Emission Duration: Continuous
3 (MP3) files
Laser Output*: Less than 44.6µW
* This output is the value measurement at a distance of 200mm from the
Discs of non-standard shape (for example, heart,
objective lens surface on the Optical Pick-up Block with 7mm aperture.
square, star)
Frequency response: 20 Hz 20 kHz
Signal-to-noise ratio: More than 90 dB
Discs that have adhesive tape, paper, or sticker attached
Dynamic range: More than 90 dB
to them
Tuner section
Rental or used discs with attached seals where the glue
FM stereo, FM/AM superheterodyne tuner
extends beyond the seal
FM tuner section:
Discs that have labels printed using ink that feels tacky
Tuning range
Brazilian model: 87.5 MHz 108.0 MHz (100 kHz step)
when touched
Other models: 87.5 MHz 108.0 MHz (50 kHz step)
and
+
,
Antenna: FM lead antenna
Notes on discs
Intermediate frequency: 225 kHz
Before playing, wipe the disc with a cleaning cloth from
AM tuner section:
Tuning range
the center out to the edge.
Models for Europe, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Egypt:
Do not clean discs with solvents, such as benzine,
531 kHz 1,602 kHz (9 kHz step)
Australian model:
thinner, or commercially available cleaners or anti-
531 kHz 1,710 kHz (9 kHz step)
static spray intended for vinyl LPs.
530 kHz 1,710 kHz (10 kHz step)
Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources
Latin American models:
530 kHz 1,710 kHz (10 kHz step)
such as hot air ducts, nor leave it in a car parked in
531 kHz 1,710 kHz (9 kHz step)
direct sunlight.
Other models:
531 kHz 1,602 kHz (9 kHz step)
On safety
530 kHz 1,610 kHz (10 kHz step)
Antenna: AM loop antenna
Completely disconnect the power cord (mains lead)
Intermediate frequency: 53 kHz
from the wall outlet (mains) if it is not going to be used
USB section
for an extended period of time. When unplugging the
Supported bit rate:
MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer-3): 32 kbps 320 kbps, VBR
unit, always grip the plug. Never pull the cord itself.
Sampling frequencies:
Should any solid object or liquid get into the system,
MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer-3): 32/44.1/48 kHz
unplug the system, and have it checked by qualified
(USB) port: Type A, maximum current 500 mA
personnel before operating it again.
Speaker
Speaker system: Full range, 8 cm dia., cone type
The AC power cord can be changed only by a qualified
Rated impedance: 4 ohms
service facility.
Dimensions (W/H/D): Approx. 148 mm × 240 mm × 127 mm
Mass: Approx. 1.23 kg net per speaker
On placement
General
Do not place the system in an inclined position or in
Power requirements:
European and Russian models: AC 230 V, 50/60 Hz
locations that are extremely hot, cold, dusty, dirty, or
Australian model: AC 230 V 240 V, 50/60 Hz
humid or lacking adequate ventilation, or subject to
Latin American models (except for Brazilian, Mexican and Argentine
vibration, direct sunlight or a bright light.
models): AC 110 V 120 V or 220 V 240 V, 50/60 Hz, adjustable with
voltage selector
Be careful when placing the unit or speakers on
Brazilian model: AC 127 V or 220 V, 60 Hz, adjustable with voltage selector
surfaces that have been specially treated (for example,
Mexican model: AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Argentine model: AC 220 V, 50/60 Hz
with wax, oil, polish) as staining or discoloration of the
Models for Middle and Near East: AC 110 V 120 V or 220 V 240 V,
surface may result.
50/60 Hz, adjustable with voltage selector
If the system is brought directly from a cold to a warm
Korean model: AC 220 V, 50/60 Hz
Taiwan model: AC 120 V, 50/60 Hz
location or is placed in a very damp room, moisture
Thai model: AC 220 V, 50/60 Hz
may condense on the lens inside the CD player, and
Other models: AC 220 V 240 V, 50/60 Hz
cause the system to malfunction. In this situation,
Power consumption:
European and Russian models: 28 watts
remove the disc, and leave the system turned on for
Latin American models (except for Mexican and Argentine models):
about an hour until the moisture evaporates.
28 watts
Models for Middle and Near East: 28 watts
On heat buildup
Other models: 25 watts
Dimensions (W/H/D) (excl. speakers):
Heat buildup on the unit during operation is normal
Approx. 158 mm × 240 mm × 225.5 mm
and is not cause for alarm.
Mass (excl. speakers): Approx. 2.1 kg
Do not touch the cabinet if it has been used
Supplied accessories: Remote Commander (1), FM lead/AM loop antenna (1)
continuously at a high volume because the cabinet may
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
have become hot.
Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.
Standby power consumption: 0.5 W
On the speaker system
Halogenated flame retardants are not used in the certain printed
wiring boards.
This speaker system is not magnetically shielded, and
the picture on nearby TV sets may become magnetically
distorted. In this situation, turn off the TV, wait 15 to
30 minutes, and turn it back on.
If there is no improvement, move the speakers far away
from the TV.
Cleaning the cabinet
Clean this system with a soft cloth slightly moistened
with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type
of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent, such as
thinner, benzine, or alcohol.
during
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