Sony D-E900 Operating Instructions page 2

To lock the buttons
Connecting to other stereo
You can lock your player or remote control
against any accidental operations.
equipment
You can listen to the CD through other stereo
equipment or record a CD on a cassette tape.
Refer to the instruction manual of the other
equipment for details. Before making
connections, turn off each piece of equipment.
HOLD
HOLD
Lamp
LINE OUT
To avoid accidental operation of the player,
slide HOLD on the player in the direction of
the arrow.
When you press any button, the HOLD lamp
flashes and you cannot operate the player.
(You can still operate the player with the
remote control.)
To avoid accidental operation of the remote
control, slide HOLD on the remote control in
LINE IN or
the direction of the arrow. REC IN
When you press any button, "Hold " appears
Stereo system,
in the display and you cannot operate the
cassette recorder,
player using the remote control.
radio cassette
(You can still operate the player using the
recorder, etc.
buttons on the player.)
Notes
To unlock, slide HOLD back.
• When you use a connecting cord, the SOUND
function will be disabled.
To protect your hearing (AVLS)
• Before you play the CD, turn down the volume
The AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter
of the connected equipment so as not to
System) function keeps down the maximum
damage the connected speakers.
volume to protect your ears.
• The beep sound is not output from the LINE
OUT jack.
• When you connect other equipment to the
LINE OUT jack of this player, adjust the
AVLS
volume on the connected equipment.
LIMIT
• When you record a CD on a cassette tape using
NORM
a tape recorder that has the blank search
function, release the ESP function. If the ESP
function is on, the blank search function does
not work.
(rear)
Set AVLS to LIMIT.
Note
• If you use the SOUND function and the AVLS
function at the same time, sound may be
distorted. If this happens, turn down the
volume.
To resume playing from the point
you stopped the CD (Resume Play)
Normally, every time you stop and play,
playing starts from the beginning of the CD.
The resume play function, however, let you
listen to from the point at which you last
turned off the player.
RESUME
ON
OFF
(rear)
Set RESUME to ON.
To cancel resume play, set RESUME to OFF.
Notes
• Even if RESUME is set to ON, playing starts
from the beginning when you open the lid.
• The resume point may be inaccurate by about
30 seconds.
To turn off the beep
You can turn off the beep that sounds as you
operate your player.
Disconnect the power source (AC power
adaptor, rechargeable battery or alkaline
batteries). While you press and hold down p ,
connect the power source again. To make the
beep sound again, disconnect the power
source, and then connect it without pressing
p .
z Power Sources When you charge spare
rechargeable batteries just after
finishing the charging of the
Using rechargeable
supplied batteries
Disconnect the plug of the AC power adaptor
batteries
from the DC IN 4.5 V jack, and change the
rechargeable batteries. Then, connect the plug
Charge the rechargeable batteries before of the AC power adaptor to the DC IN 4.5 V
using them for the first time. jack again.
Use the NH-14WM rechargeable batteries If the OPR/CHG lamp does not flash, do the
(supplied) or the batteries listed in the
above procedure again.
Recommended accessories for this player.
You cannot use any other rechargeable
Notes
batteries.
• Charging time varies depending on how the
rechargeable battery is used.
1
Open the lid of the player, and open the • If the battery is new or has not been used for a
long time, it may not be charged completely
lid of the battery compartment.
until you charge and discharge it several times.
• If the battery life becomes shorter by about half,
replace it with Sony NH-9WM rechargeable
Connecting cord
battery. Do not use any other rechargeable
RK-G129HG
battery.
Left (white)
Right (red)
Using dry batteries
1
2
Insert two rechargeable batteries by
matching the and to the diagram
inside the battery compartment and close
the lid. (Be sure to close it firmly, or the
CD may be damaged.) Then close the lid
of the player.
2
Put the end of the
ribbon inside. (To
remove the battery, pull
the ribbon.)
3
3
Connect the AC power adaptor.
The OPR/CHG lamp on the player
flashes. Charging time is about 4 hours.
Note
DC IN 4.5 V • Do not use manganese batteries for this player.
For extended use
Insert the rechargeable batteries and also
AC power
attach the battery case.
adaptor
For the battery life, see the table below.
When to replace the dry batteries
When the battery becomes weak, the i
indication in the display on the remote
control flashes. When the i indication stops
to a wall outlet
flashing and lights up, replace all the batteries
with new ones.
4
When fully charged, the OPR/CHG lamp
goes out. Then, disconnect the AC power
Notes
adaptor.
• Do not charge the dry batteries.
• Do not mix new batteries with old ones.
When to charge the rechargeable
• Do not use different types of batteries together.
batteries
• When the batteries are not to be used for a long
When the rechargeable batteries become time, remove them.
weak, the i indication in the display on the • If the battery leakage occurs, wipe off any
deposit in the battery compartment, and install
remote control flashes. When the batteries are
new batteries.
used up, the i indication stops flashing and
lights up. Charge the rechargeable batteries.
To keep the original battery capacity for a
long time, recharge the batteries when the
batteries are used up (discharged).
Battery life (approx. hours) (EIAJ*)
When using ESP function
off
Two NH-14WM 9
(charged for
about 4 hours**)
Two NH-9WM 7.5
(charged for
about 4 hours**)
Two Sony alkaline 13
batteries LR6SG
Rechargeable batteries 24
NH-14WM and two
alkaline batteries
Rechargeable batteries 22.5
NH-9WM and two
alkaline batteries
*Measured value by the standard of EIAJ
(Electronic Industries Association of Japan).
(When you use the player on a flat and stable
place.)
**Charging time varies depending on how the
rechargeable battery is used.
Hook the battery case onto the player and
fasten the screw.
1 Hook
2 Screw
Battery case
Open the lid of the battery case.
Insert two LR6 (size AA) alkaline
batteries by matching the and to the
diagram inside the battery compartment
and close the lid.
z Additional Information
Maintenance
on
Precautions
To clean the lens
8
Clean the lens with a lens cleaning kit KK-DM1.
On safety
• Should any solid objects or liquid fall into the
player, unplug it and have it checked by
6.5
qualified personnel before operating it any
further.
• Do not put any foreign objects in the DC IN
4.5 V (external power input) jack.
12
On power sources
• When you are not using the player for a long
time, disconnect all power sources from the
22
player.
• The nameplate indicating operating voltage,
To clean the casing
power consumption, etc. is located on the
Use a soft cloth slightly moistened in water or a
bottom. (On the AC power adaptor for EA3
20.5
mild detergent solution. Do not use alcohol,
only.)
benzine or thinner.
On the AC power adaptor
• Use only the supplied AC power adaptor. If
your player is not supplied with it, use AC-
E45HG AC power adaptor. Do not use any
other AC power adaptor.
Troubleshooting
Polarity of the plug
Should any problem persist after you have made
these checks, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
• To unplug the AC power adaptor from the wall
The CD does not play or "no dlSC "
outlet, grasp the adaptor itself, do not pull its
appears in the display though a CD
cord.
is placed in the player.
m The CD is dirty or defective.
On dry and rechargeable batteries
m Insert the CD with the label side up.
• Do not throw the batteries into fire.
m Moisture condensation has occurred.
• Do not carry the batteries with coins or other
Leave the player aside for several hours
metallic objects. It can generate heat if the
until the moisture evaporates.
positive and negative terminals of the battery
m The lens is dirty.
are accidentally contacted by a metallic object.
m Close the lid of the player and the battery
• Do not mix rechargeable batteries with dry
compartment firmly.
batteries.
m Make sure the batteries are inserted
correctly.
On the player
m Connect the AC power adaptor to a wall
• Keep the lens on the player clean and do not
outlet securely.
touch it. If you do so, the lens may be
damaged and the player will not operate
When you press ( , "00" appears in
properly.
the display for a moment, and
• Do not put any heavy object on top of the
player. The player and the CD may be disappears. The CD does not play.
damaged. m Rechargeable battery or dry batteries are
• Do not leave the player in a location near heat used up. Charge the rechargeable battery
sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, or replace dry batteries with new ones.
excessive dust or sand, moisture, rain,
mechanical shock, unleveled surface, or in a car No sound, or noise is heard.
with its windows closed.
m Connect the plugs firmly.
• If the player causes interference to the radio or
m Plugs are dirty. Clean the plugs with a dry
television reception, turn off the player or move
soft cloth periodically.
it away from the radio or television.
• Do not wrap the player in a cloth or blanket
"Hl dc ln " appears in the display.
during use as it may cause malfunction or
m Use only the supplied AC power adaptor
serious accidents.
or recommended AC power adaptor AC-
E45HG (not supplied).
On headphones/earphones
Road safety
HOLD lamp flashes when you press a
Do not use headphones/earphones while
button on a player.
driving, cycling, or operating any motorized
m The buttons are locked on a player. Slide
vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is
HOLD back.
illegal in some areas. It can also be potentially
dangerous to play your headsets at high volume
"Hold " appears in the display when
while walking, especially at pedestrian crossings.
you press a button on the remote
You should exercise extreme caution or
control.
discontinue use in potentially hazardous
m The buttons are locked on a remote control.
situations.
Slide HOLD back.
Preventing hearing damage
You cannot charge spare
Avoid using headphones/earphones at high
rechargeable batteries just after
volume. Hearing experts advise against
continuous, loud and extended play. If you
finishing the charging of the
experience a ringing in your ears, reduce volume
supplied batteries.
or discontinue use.
m Disconnect the plug of the AC power
adaptor from the DC IN 4.5 V jack.
Caring for others
Remove the rechargeable batteries and
Keep the volume at a moderate level. This will
place them again. Then, connect the plug
allow you to hear outside sounds and to be
of the AC power adaptor to the DC IN
considerate to the people around you.
4.5 V jack.
On the remote control
The battery life is short.
Use only the supplied remote control. You cannot
m Manganese batteries are used. Use alkaline
operate this unit with the remote control supplied
batteries.
with other models.
m Replace the batteries with new ones.
The volume is limited to a certain
level even if you attempt to turn it
up.
m AVLS selector is set to LIMIT. Set it to
NORM.
Specifications
System
Compact disc digital audio system
Laser diode properties
Material: GaAlAs
Wavelength: λ = 780 nm
Lens
Emission duration: Continuous
Laser output: Less than 44.6 µW (This output
is the value measured at a distance of 200 mm
from the objective lens surface on the optical
pick-up block with 7 mm aperture. )
Error correction
Sony Super Strategy Cross Interleave Reed
Solomon Code
D-A conversion
1-bit quartz time-axis control
Frequency response
20 - 20,000 Hz +1 dB (measured by EIAJ CP-
-2
307)
Output (at 4.5 V input level)
Headphones (stereo minijack)
10 mW + 10 mW at 16 ohms
Line output (stereo minijack)
Output level 0.7 V rms at 47 kilohms
Recommended load impedance over 10
kilohms
General
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 NH-9WM/NH-14WM
rechargeable batteries: 2.4 V DC
• Two LR6 (size AA) batteries: 3 V DC
• AC power adaptor (DC IN 4.5 V jack):
U2/CA2/E92 model: 120 V, 60 Hz
CED/CEF/CEX/EE1/E13 model:
220 - 230 V, 50/60 Hz
CEK model: 230 - 240 V, 50 Hz
EA3 model: 110 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz
AU2 model: 240 V, 50 Hz
JE.W/E33 model: 100 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz
HK2 model: 220 V, 50/60 Hz
CN2 model: 220 V, 50 Hz
Dimensions (w/h/d) (without projecting parts
and controls)
Approx. 131 × 19.4 × 131.7 mm
× × 5
(5 1 ⁄ 25 ⁄ 1 ⁄ in.)
4 32 4
Mass (without rechargeable batteries)
Approx. 175 g (6.2 oz)
Operating temperature
5°C - 35°C (41°F - 95°F)
Supplied accessories
For the area code of the model you purchased,
check the upper left side of the bar code on the
package.
AC power adaptor (1)
Earphones with remote control (1)
Rechargeable batteries (2)
Connecting cord (Phono plug × 2 ↔ stereo
miniplug) (1)* 1
Battery case (1)
Carrying case (1)
AC plug adaptor (1)* 2
1
* Not supplied with CED, CEK and JE.W
models
* 2 Supplied with E13 and JE.W models
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
For US customers
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.
Recommended accessories
Active speaker system SRS-A15, SRS-A35,
SRS-A71, SRS-T1
Rechargeable battery NH-9WM
Connecting cord RK-G129HG, RK-G136HG
AC power adaptor AC-E45HG
Stereo headphones MDR-A44L, MDR-301LP,
MDR-E848LP, MDR-35
When connecting optional headphones to
the supplied remote control
Use only headphones with micro plugs. You
cannot use headphones with stereo mini plugs.
Stereo mini plug
Micro plug
Your dealer may not handle some of the above
listed accessories. Please ask the dealer for
detailed information about the accessories in
your country.