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Sony Walkman D-NS921F Operating Instructions Manual

Sony Walkman D-NS921F Operating Instructions Manual

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TV/WB/FM/AM
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Operating Instructions

"WALKMAN" is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation to represent Headphone
Stereo products.
is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
D-NS921F
© 2003 Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    3-253-169-41 (1) TV/WB/FM/AM Portable CD Player Operating Instructions “WALKMAN” is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation to represent Headphone Stereo products. is a trademark of Sony Corporation. D-NS921F © 2003 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 2: Product Registration

    Product registration For the customers in the USA Please register this product on line at www.sony.com/ walkmanreg <http://www.sony.com/walkmanreg> Proper registration will enable us to send you periodic mailings about software upgrades, new products, services and other important announcements.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Enjoy your ATRAC CD Walkman! Create original ATRAC CDs! ... 4 Music sources playable on this CD player .. 6 ATRAC3plus and ATRAC3 ... 6 MP3 files ... 6 Difference between ATRAC3plus/ ATRAC3 and MP3 ... 8 Getting started Locating the controls ...

  • Page 4: Enjoy Your Atrac Cd Walkman

    Enjoy your ATRAC CD Walkman! Thank you for purchasing the D-NS921F. This CD Walkman is called an “ATRAC CD Walkman,” because you can enjoy “ATRAC CDs” on it. Create original ATRAC CDs! You can make your own ATRAC CD. The procedure is very simple. Just perform Steps 1, 2 and 3. Step 1 Install Install the supplied...
  • Page 5 What is an ATRAC CD? An ATRAC CD is a CD-R/RW on which audio data compressed in the ATRAC3plus/ATRAC3 format has been recorded. About 30 audio CDs can be recorded on a CD-R/RW.* You can also record MP3 files by converting the files to the ATRAC3plus/ATRAC3 format. * When recording 4-minute tracks on a blank 700 MB CD-R/RW at 48 kbps (ATRAC3plus) ATRAC CD What is the ATRAC3plus/ATRAC3...

  • Page 6: Music Sources Playable On This Cd Player

    Music sources playable on this CD player You can play the following 3 music sources on this CD player: • Audio CDs • ATRAC3plus/ATRAC3 format files • MP3 files Usable disc formats You can use ISO 9660 Level 1/2 and Joliet extension format discs only.
  • Page 7 • Do not save files in other formats or unnecessary folders on a disc that has MP3 files. • When a disc is inserted, the CD player reads all the information of folders and files on that disc. If there are many folders on the disc, it may take a long time for play to begin or for the...

  • Page 8: Difference Between Atrac3Plus/Atrac3 And Mp3

    “album.” A “group” has no directory-type structure (a new group cannot be made within an existing group). This CD player is designed to recognize an MP3 file folder as a “group” so that it can play CD-Rs/RWs recorded in both the ATRAC3plus/ATRAC3 format and those recorded in the MP3 format with the same operation.

  • Page 9: Getting Started

    Getting started Locating the controls For details, see pages in parentheses. CD player (front) 1 AM button (pages 24, 27, 28) 2 FM button (pages 24, 27, 28) 3 WB (weather band) button (pages 24, 27, 28) 4 TV button...

  • Page 10: Using The Hand Strap

    CD player (inside) qj STEP switch (page 28) qk G-PROTECTION switch (page 29) Using the hand strap During active uses, use the supplied hand strap. 1 Pass the strap through the hooks. 2 Put your hand between the player and the strap, then adjust the length of the strap and fix it using the Velcro tapes.

  • Page 11: Checking The Supplied Accessories

    The AC power adaptor supplied is not intended to be serviced. 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.

  • Page 12: Playing An Audio Cd Or Atrac3Plus/Atrac3/Mp3 Files

    Playing an audio CD or ATRAC3plus/ATRAC3/MP3 files . Connect your CD player. 1 Connect the AC power adaptor. 2 Connect the headphones/earphones. You can also use rechargeable batteries or dry batteries as a power source. (See page 33.) to an AC outlet...

  • Page 13: Play A Cd

    Do this Push the 4-way control key toward u. Playback starts from the point you stopped. While the CD player is stopped, push the control key toward u and hold it for 2 seconds or more. Push the control key toward u.

  • Page 14: Removing The Cd

    About CD-Rs/RWs This CD player can play CD-Rs/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 the Audio CDs.
  • Page 15 Notes • The characters A - Z, a - z, 0 - 9, and _ can be displayed on this CD player. • Before playing a file, the CD player reads all file and group information on the CD. “READING” is displayed.
  • Page 16 Example of ATRAC3plus/ATRAC3 groups and files File mode (normal play) Plays all ATRAC3plus/ATRAC3 files from 1, 2, 3...qa, qs. Group mode (when selected “ Plays all ATRAC3plus/ATRAC3 files in the selected group. Notes • Maximum number of groups: 255 Maximum number of files: 999 •...
  • Page 17 Plays all MP3 files from 1, 2, 3...9, 0. Group mode (when selected “ Plays all MP3 files in the selected group. (Example: If you select group 3, the CD player plays file 4. If you select group 4, the CD player plays file 5 and 6.) Notes •...

  • Page 18: Playback Options

    Playback options You can enjoy various playback options using P MODE/ control key. P MODE/ button If you press the button during playback, you can change the play mode. During playback, if you press and hold the button until “ ”...

  • Page 19: Playing Tracks In Random Order (Shuffle Play)

    Playing tracks in random order During playback, press P MODE/ When playing ATRAC3plus/ATRAC3/MP3 files In shuffle mode, the CD player plays all files on a CD in random order. Playing all files in a selected group in random order (Group shuffle play) (ATRAC/MP3 CD only)

  • Page 20: Playing Your Favorite Tracks By Adding Bookmarks (Bookmark Track Play)

    • If you remove all power sources, all Bookmarks stored in memory will be erased. • If you continue playing the CD player on the rechargeable batteries without charging the batteries even though “Lo batt” is displayed, all Bookmarks stored in memory will be erased.

  • Page 21: Playing Your Favorite Play Lists (M3U Play List Play) (Mp3 Cd Only)

    . or > to select a play list you want. Push the 4-way control key toward u. Note You can only play the top two play lists displayed on your screen on this CD player. (m3u play list play) Play list...

  • Page 22: Playing Tracks In Your Favorite Order (Pgm Play)

    Playing tracks in your favorite order You can program the CD player to play up to 64 tracks (“files” when playing an ATRAC/MP3 CD) in your favorite order. During stop, press DISPLAY. While the indications are displayed, press P MODE/ repeatedly until “PGM”...

  • Page 23: To Check The Program

    To check the program During programming: Push the 4-way control key toward u and hold it until the playing order and the track number programmed appear in the display. During stop: Press DISPLAY. While the indications are displayed, press P MODE/ “PGM”...

  • Page 24: Using The Radio

    To tune in the station quickly Press and hold TUNING + or – in step 2 until the frequency digits begin to change in the display. The CD player automatically scans the radio frequencies and stops when it finds a clear station.
  • Page 25 When listening to the radio on batteries If you connect the external power source plug to the DC IN 4.5 V jack of your CD player, the CD player will turn off. Turn it on by pressing TV, WB, FM or AM to continue listening to it.

  • Page 26: Presetting Your Favorite Radio Stations

    Presetting your favorite radio stations You can store your favorite radio stations into the CD player’s memory. You can store up to 3 stations with any band and frequency setting. Tune in the station you want. Press and hold one of the 1 - 3 buttons that you want to store the new station on for 2 seconds or more.

  • Page 27: Presetting Radio Stations

    If you want to preset the received station, press DISPLAY (MEMORY) while the preset number is flashing. The received station is preset on the preset number 1 and the CD player starts scanning for the next receivable station. If you do not press DISPLAY (MEMORY) within the 3 seconds, the CD player will start scanning for the next receivable station without storing the station.

  • Page 28: Changing The Tuning Interval

    2 Push the 4-way control key toward . or > to tune in a stored station. Changing the tuning interval When using the CD player abroad, change the AM tuning interval, if necessary. Set the STEP switch (inside the lid) to “9 kHz” or “10 kHz” using a pointed material.

  • Page 29: Available Features

    CD player to “2,” the G- PROTECTION function will be enhanced compared to “1.” To walk with the CD player and enjoy high quality CD sound using the G-PROTECTION function, set the G-PROTECTION switch to “1.” While taking harder exercise, it is recommended that you set it to “2.”...

  • Page 30: Checking Information On A Cd With Atrac3Plus/Atrac3/Mp3 Files

    Checking information on a CD with ATRAC3plus/ATRAC3/ MP3 files You can check information on a CD with ATRAC3plus/ATRAC3/MP3 files using DISPLAY. You can also check ID3 tag information if the file has that information stored. Each time you press DISPLAY, the display changes as follows: t File name, group name and elapsed playing time...

  • Page 31: Protecting Your Hearing (Avls)

    If this happens, turn down the volume. Locking the controls (HOLD) You can lock the controls on your CD player to prevent accidental button presses. Slide HOLD in the direction of the arrow.

  • Page 32: Connecting Your Cd Player

    • Use the AC power adaptor for recording. If you use dry batteries as a power source, batteries may become completely depleted during recording. • Adjust the volume properly on the CD player and the connected device so that the sound will not be distorted or noisy.

  • Page 33: Connecting To A Power Source

    To charge the rechargeable batteries (not supplied) Connect the AC power adaptor to the DC IN 4.5 V jack of your CD player and an AC outlet. Push the 4-way control key toward x •CHG (RADIO OFF) to start charging.
  • Page 34 Using the batteries To check the remaining power of the batteries You can check it in the display. Replace the batteries when “ Lo batt* * Beep sounds. Notes • The indicator sections of the remaining battery power. One section does not always indicate one-fourth of the battery power.

  • Page 35: Notes On The Power Source

    On AC power adaptor • Use only the AC power adaptor supplied. If your CD player is not supplied with the one, use the AC-E45HG AC power adaptor. Do not use any other AC power adaptor.

  • Page 36: Additional Information

    IN 4.5 V (external power input) jack. On the CD player • Keep the lens on the CD player clean and do not touch it. If you do so, the lens may be damaged and the CD player will not operate properly.

  • Page 37: Maintenance

    Any sand or dust on the rubber packing will prevent the lid from shutting tightly, and water may leak in. Brush off the dust once in a while. We recommend the replacement of the rubber packing every year which is available optionally at an authorized Sony service facility.

  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Should any problem persist after you have checked these symptoms, consult your nearest Sony dealer. CD player Symptom The volume does not increase even if you push the VOL control in the + direction repeatedly. No sound, or noise is heard.
  • Page 39 The resume function is working. To start play from the first track, push the 4-way control key toward u during stop until the first track starts playing, or open the lid of the CD player. Or remove all power sources, then insert the batteries or connect the AC power adaptor again.
  • Page 40 The audio is weak or has poor quality. Cause and/or corrective actions c The CD player is designed to stop the rotation of an ATRAC CD or MP3 CD during playback to reduce the power consumption. The player is not malfunctioning.

  • Page 41: Specifications

    HK4 model: 230 V, 50 Hz CNA model: 220 V, 50 Hz Battery life* (approx. hours) (When you use the CD player on a flat and stable surface) Playing time varies depending on how the CD player is used. When using two Sony alkaline batteries...

  • Page 42: Optional Accessories

    Specifications Operating temperature 5°C - 35°C (41°F - 95°F) Dimensions (w/h/d) (excluding projecting parts and controls) Approx. 148.4 134.0 36.7 mm ⁄ ⁄ ⁄ in.) Mass (excluding accessories) Approx. 345 g (12.2 oz.) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
  • Page 44 This warranty is valid only in the United States. Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia...

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