Portable
CD Player
Operating Instructions
About the area code
The area code of the location in which you purchased the CD player
is shown on upper left of the bar code label on the package.
For accessories supplied with your CD player, check the area code
of your model and see “Accessories (supplied/optional).”
3-232-712-21 (1)
D-CJ01
© 2001 Sony Corporation
“WALKMAN” is a trademark of
Sony Corporation.
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WARNING
To prevent fire or shock
hazard, do not expose the unit
to rain or moisture.
Do not install the appliance in a confined
space, such as a bookcase or built-in
cabinet.
To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation
of the apparatus with newspapers, table-
cloths, curtains, etc. And don’t place lighted
candles on the apparatus.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place
objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on
the apparatus.
Certain countries may regulate disposal of
the battery used to power this product. Please
consult with your local authority.
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Table of Contents
Getting started
Locating the controls ................................... 4
Playing an audio CD or MP3
files
1. Connect your CD player. ......................... 6
2. Insert a CD. ............................................. 6
3. Play a CD. ............................................... 6
Playback options
Playing tracks repeatedly (Repeat play) .... 12
Playing all files in a selected folder
(Folder play) (MP3 CD only) ................ 12
Playing a single track (Single play) ........... 12
Playing tracks in random order
(Shuffle play) ......................................... 13
Playing all files in a selected folder in
random order (Folder shuffle play) (MP3
CD only) ................................................ 13
Playing tracks in your favorite order
(PGM play) ............................................ 14
Available features
The G-PROTECTION function ................. 16
Displaying CD text information ................ 16
Checking the time remaining on the CD and
the number of tracks left ....................... 17
Checking information on a CD with MP3
files ........................................................ 17
Emphasizing the bass sound (SOUND) .... 18
Protecting your hearing (AVLS) ................ 19
Locking the controls (HOLD) ................... 19
Turning off the operation beep sound ........ 20
Turning off the LCD’s backlight ............... 20
Connecting your CD player
Connecting a stereo system ....................... 21
Connecting to a power source
Using the rechargeable batteries ................ 22
Using the dry batteries ............................... 24
Notes on the power source ........................ 24
Additional information
Precautions ................................................ 25
Maintenance .............................................. 25
Troubleshooting ......................................... 26
Specifications ............................................ 28
Accessories (supplied/optional) ................ 29
About “MP3” ............................................. 30
About “ID3 tag” ........................................ 31
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Getting started
Locating the controls
For details, see pages in parentheses.
CD player (front)
CD player (inside)
6 i (headphones)
jack (page 6)
qa DISPLAY button
(pages 16, 17)
w; Battery
compartment
(page 22)
1 Display
(pages 7, 9, 12 - 14, 16, 18, 19)
7 FOLDER – button
(pages 9, 14)
qg HOLD switch
(page 19)
qk OPEN switch
(page 6)
2 REPEAT/ENTER button
(pages 12, 14, 15)
qf DC IN 4.5 V
(external power
input) jack
(pages 6, 22)
qh u* (play/pause) button
(pages 6, 7, 9, 14)
8 x (stop)/CHARGE button
(pages 7, 20, 22)
qs ./> (AMS/search)
buttons (pages 7, 9, 14)
ql G-PROTECTION
switch (page 16)
5 LINE OUT jack
(page 21)
qd FOLDER + button
(pages 9, 14)
9 VOL (volume) – button
(page 6)
qj VOL (volume) +*
button (page 6)
4 PLAY MODE button
(pages 12 - 15, 20)
3 Strap holes
0 SOUND button
(pages 18, 19)
*The button has a tactile dot.
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Remote control
Note
Use only the supplied remote control. You cannot
operate this CD player with the remote control
supplied with other CD players.
wd x (stop) button
(pages 7, 20)
wh PLAY MODE
button
(pages 12 - 15, 20)
wa Display
(pages 7, 9, 12 - 14, 16, 18, 19)
wg DISPLAY
button
(pages 16, 17)
ea SOUND button
(page 18)
ws Rotary control
N/>: play, AMS/folder AMS/search (pages 7, 9)
.: AMS/folder AMS/search (pages 7, 9)
VOL +/–: Pull the control in the direction of the arrow, and
then turn it toward + or –. (page 7)
wj RPT (repeat)/ENT
(enter) button
(pages 12, 14, 15)
wk HOLD switch
(page 19)
wf Clip
Getting started
wl Headphone jack
(page 6)
e; X (pause) button
(page 7)
Remote control
Getting started
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1
. Connect your CD player.
1 Connect the AC power adaptor.
2 Connect the headphones/earphones.
For models supplied with the remote
control
• Connect the plug of the headphones/
earphones to the remote control.
• Connect the headphones/earphones to
the remote control firmly. A loose
connection may cause noise during
playback.
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. Play a CD.
Adjust the volume by
pressing VOL + or –.
Press u.
Playing an audio CD or MP3 files
You can also use rechargeable batteries or dry batteries as a power source.
to i (headphones)
Headphones
or
Earphones
to an AC outlet
to DC IN
4.5V
u button
AC power
adaptor
2
. Insert a CD.
1 Slide OPEN to open the lid.
2 Place the CD on the tray and close
the lid.
OPEN
switch
Label
side up
or
7
To Press
Play (from the point you stopped) u
(Turn the rotary control on the remote
control toward N/>.)
Playback starts from the point you
stopped.
Play (from the first track) u for 2 seconds or more
(Turn the rotary control on the remote
control toward N/> and hold it until
the play of the first track starts.)
Pause/resume play after pause u
(X for the remote control)
Stop x/CHARGE
(x for the remote control)*
2
Find the beginning of the current track (AMS*
1
) . once quickly
(Turn the rotary control on the remote
control toward . once.)*
2
Find the beginning of previous tracks (AMS) . repeatedly
(Turn the rotary control on the remote
control toward . repeatedly.)*
2,
*
3
Find the beginning of the next track (AMS) > once quickly
(Turn the rotary control on the remote
control toward N/> once.)*
2,
*
3
Find the beginning of succeeding tracks (AMS) > repeatedly
(Turn the rotary control on the remote
control toward N/> repeatedly.)*
2,
*
3
Go backwards quickly (only when playing an audio CD) Hold down .
(Turn the rotary control on the remote
control toward . and hold it.)*
2
Go forward quickly (only when playing an audio CD) Hold down >
(Turn the rotary control on the remote
control toward N/> and hold it.)*
2
*
1
Automatic Music Sensor
*
2
These operations can be done during both play and pause.
*
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After you have played the last track, you can return to the beginning of the first track by pressing > .
Similarly, if you are at the first track, you can locate the last track by pressing ..
About the display
• When you press u (turn the rotary control on the remote control toward N/>) after
changing the CD or turning off and on the player, the total number of tracks in the CD and
total playing time appear for about two seconds.
• While a track on the audio CD is playing, the track number and the elapsed playing time of the
current track appear.
• While a file on the MP3 CD is playing, the file name and the elapsed playing time of the
current file appear.
• When you have paused the track currently playing, the elapsed playing time flashes.
Playing an audio CD or MP3 files
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When closing the lid of the CD player with the power supply
attached
While the “ ” flashes in the display, the CD starts rotating and will stop after the CD player
reads the disc information. This helps to shorten the waiting time before playback starts.
If the volume level does not increase
• If “AVLS” flashes in the display, hold down SOUND until “AVLS OFF” appears in the
display. For details, see “Protecting your hearing (AVLS).”
• If the headphones are connected to the LINE OUT jack, connect them to the
i (headphones) jack.
About CD-Rs/CD-RWs and MP3 files
• This CD player can play CD-Rs/CD-RWs recorded in the CD-DA format* and MP3 files
recorded in the CD-ROM 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 Audio
CDs.
• Finalize the CD-Rs/CD-RWs and MP3 files before use. If you use discs that are not finalized,
it will take longer to start playback.
Removing the CD
Remove the CD while pressing the pivot in the center of the tray.
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Playing a CD with MP3 files
Prepare the CD player and the CD in the same way as for an audio CD.
(See “About MP3.”)
Press u.
The CD player plays all MP3 files on the CD.
To select a folder on the CD player
Use FOLDER + to go forward and FOLDER – to go backward.
To select a folder on the remote control
1 While a file on the MP3 CD is playing, press DISPLAY.
Folder names are displayed.
2 Turn the rotary control toward . or N/> to select a folder.
To select a file
Use > to go forward and . to go backward.
Notes
• Before playing a file, the CD player reads all file and folder information on the CD. “READING” is
displayed.
• You can use the buttons mentioned in the table on page 7 for additional operations in the same way as when
playing an audio CD.
Playing time of the file
File name
Playing an audio CD or MP3 files
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CD-R
CD-RW
1
4
2
1
3
5
6
4
7
8
9
5
q;
6
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Folder
MP3 file
Example of folder structure and playing order
The playing order of folders and files is as follows:
File mode Plays all MP3 files from 1, 2, 3...9, 0
Folder mode Plays all MP3 files in the selected folder.
(Example: If you select folder 3, the CD player plays file 4. If you select folder 4,
the CD player plays file 5 and 6.)
Notes
• A folder that does not include an MP3 file is skipped.
• Maximum number of folders: 255
Maximum number of files: 255
• Folder names and file names can be displayed with up to 64 characters. (Joliet extensions)
• The characters A - Z, 0 - 9, and _ can be displayed on this CD player.
• When referring to MP3 CDs, “folder” is equivalent to an “album” and “file” is equivalent to a “track.”
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Playback options
You can enjoy various playback options using PLAY MODE and REPEAT/ENTER.
PLAY MODE button
Each time you press the button, you can
change the playback mode.
u button
REPEAT/ENTER button
REPEAT
You can repeat play mode that was
selected using PLAY MODE.
ENTER
You can select tracks for PGM play
mode.
x/CHARGE
button
./>
buttons
* You can select this mode only when
playing MP3 files.
No indication
(Normal play)
“ ”*
(Play all files in a selected folder)
“1”
(Play a single track)
“SHUF”
(Play tracks in random order)
“ SHUF”*
(Play files in a selected folder in
random order)
“PGM”
(Play tracks in your favorite order)
Playback options
(Continued)
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Playing tracks repeatedly (Repeat play)
You can play tracks (“files” when playing an MP3 CD) repeatedly in normal, (MP3 CD
only), single, shuffle, shuffle (MP3 CD only) and PGM play modes.
During playback, press REPEAT/ENTER.
When playing MP3 files
• In normal mode, the CD player plays all files (up to 255 files) on a CD repeatedly.
• In folder mode, the CD player plays all files (up to 255 files) in the selected folder repeatedly.
Playing all files in a selected folder (Folder play)
(MP3 CD only)
During playback, press PLAY MODE
repeatedly until “ ” appears.
Playing a single track (Single play)
During playback, press PLAY MODE repeatedly until “1” appears.
File name
Playing time
Audio CD
MP3 CD
Audio CD
File name
Playing time
MP3 CD
File name
Playing time
Track number
Playing time
Track number
Playing time
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Playing tracks in random order (Shuffle play)
During playback, press PLAY MODE repeatedly until “SHUF” appears.
When playing MP3 files
In shuffle mode, the CD player plays all files (up to 255 files) on a CD in random order.
Playing all files in a selected folder in random
order (Folder shuffle play) (MP3 CD only)
During playback, press PLAY MODE
repeatedly until “ SHUF” appears.
When playing MP3 files
In folder shuffle mode, the CD player plays all files (up to 255 files) in a selected folder in
random order.
Audio CD
File name
Playing time
MP3 CD
File name
Playing time
Playback options
Track number Playing time
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Playing tracks in your favorite order (PGM play)
You can program the CD player to play up to 32 tracks (“files” when playing an MP3 CD) in
your favorite order.
1
During playback, press PLAY MODE repeatedly until “PGM” appears.
2
Press . or > to select a track.
When playing an MP3 CD, you can also select a folder using FOLDER + or –.
(During PGM play, you cannot select a folder using the remote control.)
3
Press REPEAT/ENTER quickly to enter the selected track.
“000” appears (audio CD only) and the playing order increases by one.
4
Repeat steps 2 and 3 to select the tracks in your favorite order.
5
Press u, or hold down REPEAT/ENTER until play starts.
Track number
Playing order
Audio CD
Playing order
Audio CD
MP3 CD
File name scrolls.
Audio CD
Playing order
MP3 CD
Folder name
Folder name
Folder name
MP3 CD
Playing order
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To check the program
During programming:
Press REPEAT/ENTER repeatedly before step 5.
During the PGM play:
Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until “PGM” flashes, then press REPEAT/ENTER.
Each time you press REPEAT/ENTER, the track number appears.
Notes
• When you finish entering the 32nd track in step 3, the first track selected appears in the display.
• If you select more than 32 tracks, the first tracks selected are erased.
When playing MP3 files
In PGM mode, you can program up to 32 files the same as you would for audio CD tracks.
Playback options
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B
Available features
The G-PROTECTION
function
The G-PROTECTION function has been
developed to provide excellent protection
against sound skipping while jogging.
When you set the G-PROTECTION switch
on your 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.”
Set G-PROTECTION (under the lid) to
“1” or “2.”
Note
Sound may skip:
– if the CD player receives stronger continuous
shock than expected,
– if a dirty or scratched CD is played or
– when using poor-quality CD-Rs/CD-RWs or
if there is a problem with the original recording
device or application software.
Displaying CD text
information
When you play an audio CD containing CD
text information, the track name, disc name,
artist name, etc., appear in the display.
* While the CD player is reading the information
on the CD, “READING” appears.
Press DISPLAY.
Each time you press the button, the display
changes as follows:
Normal play
Press DISPLAY
once.
Press DISPLAY
twice.
** Not displayed during Single play, Shuffle play or
PGM play.
Note
CD text displayed on this CD player is in English
only.
CD text appears in this
portion.*
Display
Display on the CD player
CD text mark
The “track number”
appears.
Track number, elapsed
playing time and name of
the current track
Track number, remaining
time of the current track and
name of the current track/
artist name
The number of tracks left**,
time remaining on the CD
and disc name/artist name
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Checking the time
remaining on the CD
and the number of
tracks left
You can check the remaining time on the
audio CD and the number of tracks left using
DISPLAY.
When playing an audio CD containing CD
text information, the following information
cannot be displayed on the remote control.
Press DISPLAY.
Each time you press the button, the display
changes as follows.
Normal play
Press DISPLAY
once.
Press DISPLAY
twice.
* Not displayed during Single play, Shuffle play or
PGM play.
Display
Display
Checking information
on a CD with MP3 files
You can check information on a CD with
MP3 files using DISPLAY.
You can also check ID3 tag (Version 1.1)
information if the file has that information
stored. (See “About ID3 tag.”)
Press DISPLAY.
Each time you press the button, the display
changes as follows.
Normal play
Press DISPLAY
once.
Press DISPLAY
twice.
Press DISPLAY
three times.
Press DISPLAY
four times.
Available features
(Continued)
Track number and elapsed
playing time
The number of tracks left*
and time remaining on the
CD*
Track number and
remaining time of the
current track
FOLDER
<folder name>
ID3: ARTIST
<artist name>
ID3: TITLE
<file name>
ID3: ALBUM
<album name>
File name and elapsed
playing time
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Emphasizing the bass
sound
(SOUND)
You can emphasize the bass-boosted sound.
Press SOUND to select “BASS 1” or
“BASS 2.”
“BASS 2” enhances the bass sound more
than “BASS 1.”
Note
If the sound is distorted when using the SOUND
function, turn down the volume.
The selected sound mode is displayed.
BASS 2
BASS 1
No indication
(Normal play)
Checking information on a CD with
MP3 files
Notes
• If the folder does not have a folder name,
“ROOT” appears in the display.
• If the file does not have ID3 tag information,
“- - - -” appears in the display.
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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.
You can use the HOLD function with both
the CD player and remote control. You can
still operate your CD player using the remote
control when HOLD on the remote control is
set to off.
To unlock the controls
Slide HOLD in the opposite direction of the
arrow.
Note
Even if the HOLD function is working, “HOLD”
will not appear in the display of the remote control.
Displayed when the HOLD function is
activated.
Protecting your hearing
(AVLS)
The AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter
System) function keeps down the maximum
volume to protect your hearing.
Hold down SOUND on the CD player
until “AVLS ON” appears in the
display.
When you turn up the volume to
“VOLxxx”
“AVLS” flashes and you cannot turn up the
volume any more. If you want to turn up the
volume to more than “VOLxxx,” hold
down SOUND until “AVLS OFF” appears in
the display.
Notes
• You can activate the AVLS function using
SOUND on the CD player only.
• 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.
Flashes when the volume is turned up
beyond a certain level.
Available features
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Turning off the
operation beep sound
You can turn off the beep sound that is heard
from your headphones/earphones when you
operate your CD player.
1
Remove the power source (AC
power adaptor, rechargeable
batteries or dry batteries) from the
CD player.
2
Connect the power source while
pressing x/CHARGE on the CD
player or x on the remote control
for about one second or more.
To turn on the beep sound
Remove the power source and then connect
the power source without pressing
x/CHARGE or x.
Turning off the LCD’s
backlight
While you are using the rechargeable
batteries or dry batteries, the LCD’s
backlight turns on for about 5 seconds every
time you press a button. However, you can
turn off the backlight to save the battery
power.
1
Remove the rechargeable
batteries or dry batteries from the
CD player.
2
Insert the batteries while pressing
PLAY MODE.
To turn on the LCD’s backlight
Remove the batteries and then insert the
batteries without pressing PLAY MODE.
About the LCD’s backlight
The LCD’s backlight is always turned on
when using the AC power adaptor.
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Connecting a stereo
system
You can listen to CDs through a stereo
system and record CDs on a cassette tape.
For details, see the instruction manual that
comes with the connected device.
Be sure to turn off all connected devices
before making connections.
Notes
• Before you play a CD, turn down the volume of
the connected device to avoid damaging the
connected speakers.
• Use the AC power adaptor for recording. If you
use the rechargeable batteries or dry batteries as a
power source, batteries may become completely
depleted during recording.
• Adjust the volume properly on the connected
device so that the sound will not be distorted.
When using the connecting cord
If the sound is distorted, connect the device
to the i jack.
About the G-PROTECTION and
SOUND functions when using the
connecting cord
• To record high quality CD sound, set the
G-PROTECTION switch to “1.”
• The SOUND function works only on the
output sound from the i jack and not work
on the output sound from the LINE OUT
jack.
Stereo system,
cassette recorder,
radio cassette
recorder, etc.
B
Connecting your CD player
Connecting cord
Left (white)
Right (red)
to LINE OUT
Connecting your CD player
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3
Connect the AC power adaptor to
the DC IN 4.5 V jack of your CD
player and an AC outlet, then
press x/CHARGE to start
charging.
The CD player charges the batteries. The
“Charging” indicator turns on in the
display, and the indicator sections of
light up in succession. When the
batteries are completely charged, the
“Charging” and indicators turn off.
If you press x/CHARGE after the
charge has already been completed, the
indicator flashes and “FULL”
appears in the display.
4
Disconnect the AC power adaptor.
You can use the following power sources:
• Rechargeable batteries
• AC power adaptor (see “Playing an audio
CD or MP3 files”)
• LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries
For the battery life and charging time of the
rechargeable batteries, see “Specifications.”
Using the rechargeable
batteries
Charge the rechargeable batteries before
using them for the first time. You can use
only the following rechargeable batteries for
your CD player.
• NC-WMAA
• NH-WM2AA
1
Open the battery compartment lid
inside your CD player.
2
Insert two rechargeable batteries
by matching the 3 to the diagram
in the battery compartment and
close the lid until it clicks into
place.
B
Connecting to a power source
to an AC outlet
to DC IN 4.5 V
AC power adaptor
x/CHARGE button
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To remove the rechargeable batteries
Remove the batteries as illustrated below.
When to charge the rechargeable
batteries
You can check the remaining power of the
batteries in the display.
Battery power is full.
Battery power is getting low.
Battery power is low.
Lo batt* Batteries are depleted.
* Beep sounds.
To keep the original battery capacity for a
long time, charge the batteries only when
they are completely depleted.
Notes
• The indicator sections of roughly shows
the remaining battery power. One section does
not always indicate one-fourth of the battery
power.
• Depending on operating conditions, the indicator
sections of
may increase or decrease.
When to replace the rechargeable
batteries
If the battery life becomes shorter by about
half, replace the batteries with new
rechargeable batteries.
Note on the rechargeable batteries
If the battery is new or has not been used for
a long time, it may not be charged
completely until you charge and discharge it
several times.
Note on carrying the rechargeable
batteries
Use the supplied battery carrying case to
prevent unexpected heat. If the rechargeable
batteries and the metallic objects are
contacted, heat or fire may occur due to a
short circuit.
To attach the battery compartment lid
If the battery compartment lid is detached by
an accidental drop, excessive force, etc.,
attach it as illustrated below.
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Connecting to a power source
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Using the dry batteries
Use only the following dry battery type for
your CD player:
• LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries
Note
Be sure to remove the AC power adaptor when
using the dry batteries.
1
Open the battery compartment lid.
2
Insert two LR6 (size AA) batteries
by matching the 3 to the diagram
in the battery compartment.
To remove the batteries
Remove the batteries in the same way as
rechargeable batteries.
When to replace the batteries
You can check the remaining power of the
batteries in the display.
Battery power is full.
Battery power is getting low.
Battery power is low.
Lo batt* Batteries are depleted.
* Beep sounds.
When the batteries are depleted, replace both
batteries with new ones.
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Notes on the power
source
Disconnect all power sources when the CD
player is not used.
On AC power adaptor
• Use only the AC power adaptor supplied or
recommended in “Accessories (supplied/
optional).” Do not use any other AC power
adaptor. It may cause a malfunction.
Polarity of the plug
• When disconnecting the AC power adaptor
from the AC outlet, grasp the adaptor
itself. Do not pull it by the cord.
• Do not touch the AC power adaptor with
wet hands.
On rechargeable batteries
and dry batteries
• Do not charge the dry batteries.
• Do not throw the batteries into fire.
• Do not carry the batteries with coins or
other metallic objects. It can generate heat
if the positive and negative terminals of the
battery are accidentally contacted by a
metallic object.
• Do not mix rechargeable batteries with dry
batteries.
• Do not mix new batteries with old ones.
• Do not use different types of batteries
together.
• When the batteries are not to be used for a
long time, remove them.
• If battery leakage occurs, wipe off any
deposit in the battery compartment, and
install new batteries. In case the deposit
adheres to you, wash it off thoroughly.
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Precautions
On safety
• Should any solid objects or liquid fall into
the CD player, unplug it and have it
checked by qualified personnel before
operating it any further.
• Do not put any foreign objects in the DC
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.
• Do not put any heavy object on top of the
CD player. The CD player and the CD may
be damaged.
• Do not leave the CD player in a location
near heat sources, or in a place subject to
direct sunlight, excessive dust or sand,
moisture, rain, mechanical shock,
unleveled surface, or in a car with its
windows closed.
• If the CD player causes interference to the
radio or television reception, turn off the
CD player or move it away from the radio
or television.
• Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g.,
heart, square, star) cannot be played on this
CD player. Attempting to do so may
damage the CD player. Do not use such
discs.
On handling CDs
• To keep the CD clean, handle it by its
edge. Do not touch the surface.
• Do not stick paper or tape onto the CD.
• Do not expose the CD to direct sunlight or
heat sources such as hot air ducts. Do not
leave the CD in a car parked under direct
sunlight.
On headphones/earphones
Road safety
Do not use headphones/earphones while
driving, cycling, or operating any motorized
vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is
illegal in some areas. It can also be
potentially dangerous to play your headsets
at high volume while walking, especially at
pedestrian crossings. You should exercise
extreme caution or discontinue use in
potentially hazardous situations.
Preventing hearing damage
Avoid using headphones/earphones at high
volume. Hearing experts advise against
continuous, loud and extended play. If you
experience a ringing in your ears, reduce
volume or discontinue use.
Consideration for others
Keep the volume at a moderate level. This
will allow you to hear outside sounds and to
be considerate to the people around you.
Maintenance
To clean the casing
Use a soft cloth slightly moistened in water
or a mild detergent solution. Do not use
alcohol, benzine or thinner.
B
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Troubleshooting
Should any problem persist after you have checked these symptoms, consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
Symptom
Cannot adjust the volume by
turning the rotary control on
the remote control.
Cannot start play by turning
the rotary control on the
remote control.
The volume does not increase
even if you press the VOL +
button repeatedly.
Cannot adjust the volume.
No sound, or noise is heard.
The playing time is too short
when powered with the dry
batteries.
The playing time is too short
when powered with the
rechargeable batteries.
“Lo batt” or “000” appears
in the display. The CD does
not play.
“HI dc In” appears in the
display.
The CD does not play or
“No disc” appears in the
display when a CD is placed
in the CD player.
Cause and/or corrective actions
c Pull the rotary control in the direction of the arrow indicated on
the control, then turn the control toward VOL + or –.
c The rotary control is pulled out. Push the control back, then turn
the control toward N/>.
c The headphones/earphones are connected to the LINE OUT jack.
Connect them to the i (headphones) jack. (page 6)
c The headphones/earphones are connected to the LINE OUT jack.
Connect them to the i (headphones) jack. (page 6)
c Connect the plugs firmly. (page 6)
c Plugs are dirty. Clean the plugs with a dry soft cloth periodically.
c When playing a CD containing both MP3 files and files recorded
in a format other than MP3, you selected the latter file type. This
CD player can play tracks recorded in the CD-DA format or MP3
files recorded in the CD-ROM format only. (page 8)
c Check that you are using alkaline batteries and not manganese
batteries. (page 24)
c Replace the batteries with new LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries.
(page 24)
c Charge and discharge the rechargeable batteries several times.
(pages 22, 23)
c The rechargeable batteries are used up completely. Charge the
batteries. (page 22)
c Replace the batteries with new LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries.
(page 24)
c Use only the AC power adaptor or car battery cord in “Accessories
(supplied/optional).” (page 29)
c Remove all power sources, then insert the batteries or connect the
AC power adaptor again. (pages 6, 22 - 24)
c The buttons are locked. Slide the HOLD switch back. (page 19)
c The CD is dirty or defective. (page 25)
c Check that the CD is inserted with the label side up. (page 6)
c Moisture condensation has occurred.
Leave the CD player aside for several hours until the moisture
evaporates.
c Close the lid of the battery compartment firmly. (page 22)
c Make sure the batteries are inserted correctly. (pages 22 - 24)
c Connect the AC power adaptor to an AC outlet securely. (page 6)
c Press u after one second or more has passed since the AC power
adaptor was connected.
c The CD-R/CD-RW is blank.
c There is a problem with the quality of the CD-R/CD-RW,
recording device, or application software. (page 8)
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Symptom
“HOLD” appears in the
display when you press a
button, and the CD does not
play.
The CD player does not start
charging.
Playback starts from the
point you stopped. (resume
function)
Rustling noise is heard from
the CD.
During playback of an MP3
CD, the CD does not rotate
but you can hear the sound
normally.
“NO FILE” appears in the
display after u is pressed
or the lid of the CD player is
closed.
The CD does not start
playing.
It takes a long time to start
playback.
When closing the lid of the
CD player, the CD starts to
rotate.
You cannot operate the CD
player properly using the
remote control.
Cause and/or corrective action
c The buttons are locked. Slide the HOLD switch back. (page 19)
c
While the CD player is stopped, press
x
/CHARGE. (page 22)
c
The resume function is working. To start play from the first track,
press u for 2 seconds or more, or open the lid of the CD player.
Or remove all power sources, then insert the batteries or connect the
AC power adaptor again.
(pages 6, 7, 22, 24)
c
Close the lid of the battery compartment firmly. (page 22)
c
The CD player is designed to stop the rotation of an MP3 CD
during playback to reduce the power consumption. The player is not
malfunctioning.
c
There are no MP3 files in the CD.
c A CD-RW from which the data has been erased is being used.
c The CD is dirty.
c Finalize the CD. (page 8)
c
The CD player is reading the information on the CD. The player is
not malfunctioning.
c The buttons on the CD player are kept pressed by mistake.
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Specifications
System
Compact disc digital audio system
Laser diode properties
Material: GaAlAs
Wavelength: λ = 780 nm
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.)
D-A conversion
1-bit quartz time-axis control
Frequency response
20 - 20 000 Hz
+1
–2
dB (measured by JEITA CP-
307)
Output (at 4.5 V input level)
Line output (stereo minijack)
Output level 0.7 V rms at 47 kΩ
Recommended load impedance over 10 kΩ
Headphones (stereo minijack)
Approx.5 mW + Approx. 5 mW at 16 Ω
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 NC-WMAA rechargeable
batteries: 2.4 V DC
• Sony NH-WM2AA rechargeable batteries:
2.4 V DC
• Two LR6 (size AA) batteries: 3 V DC
• AC power adaptor (DC IN 4.5 V jack):
U/U2/CA2/E92/MX2/TW2/BR3 model:
120 V, 60 Hz
CED/CET/CEW/CEX/CE7/EE/EE1/E13/G5/
G6/G7/G8/BR1 model:
220 - 230 V, 50/60 Hz
CEK/3CE7 model: 230 - 240 V, 50 Hz
AU2 model: 240 V, 50 Hz
JE.W/E33/EA3/KR4 model: 100 - 240 V, 50/
60 Hz
HK2 model: 220 V, 50/60 Hz
AR1/CN2 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.
Figures in brackets show the playing time of
MP3 files.
When using G-PROTECTION function
“1”“2”
Two NC-WMAA 10.5 10.5
(charged for [8] [8]
about 3 hours**)
NH-WM2AA 22.5 23
(charged for [18] [18]
about 5 hours**)
Two Sony alkaline 31.5 32
batteries LR6(SG) [24] [24]
(produced in Japan)
* Measured value by the standard of JEITA (Japan
Electronics and Information Technology
Industries Association).
** Charging time varies depending on how the
rechargeable battery is used.
Operating temperature
5°C - 35°C (41°F - 95°F)
Dimensions (w/h/d) (excluding
projecting parts and controls)
Approx. 132.0 × 29.9 × 137.5 mm
Mass (excluding accessories)
Approx. 218 g
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
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Optional accessories
AC power adaptor AC-E45HG
Active speaker system SRS-Z1
SRS-Z1000
Car battery cord DCC-E345
Car battery cord with car connecting pack
DCC-E34CP
Car connecting pack CPA-9C
Connecting cord RK-G129
RK-G136
Rechargeable battery NH-WM2AA
Earphones MDR-E848LP
MDR-EX70LP
Headphones MDR-A44L
MDR-A110LP
When connecting optional
headphones/earphones to the
supplied remote control
Use only headphones with stereo mini plugs.
You cannot use headphones with micro
plugs.
Your dealer may not handle some of the
accessories listed above. Please ask the
dealer for detailed information about the
accessories in your country.
Accessories (supplied/optional)
Supplied accessories
For the area code of the location in which you
purchased the CD player, check the upper left side
of the bar code on the package.
AC power adaptor (1)
Headphones/earphones with remote control (1)
Rechargeable batteries (2)
Battery carrying case (2)
Carrying pouch (1)
Stereo miniplug Micro plug
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About “MP3”
What is the MP3?
MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer-3) is a standard
technology and format for compressing a
sound sequence. The file is compressed to
about 1/10 of its original size. Sounds
outside the range of human hearing are
compressed while the sounds we can hear are
not compressed.
Playable “MP3” files on this
player
You can only play MP3 files recorded by
following requirements.
USABLE MEDIA
CD-Rs and CD-RWs
USABLE DISC FORMAT
You can use ISO 9660 Level 1/2 and Joliet
extension format discs. This unit can display
only 1-byte characters. (2-byte characters
like those of Japanese are displayed as “–.”)
The major specification of the usable disc
format is:
• Maximum directory steps: 8
• Usable characters for a file/folder name:
A - Z, 0 - 9, _ (underscore)
• Maximum number of characters for a file
name: 64 and a 3-character extension code
Notes
• When naming, be sure to add the file extension
“mp3” to the file name.
• If you put the extension “mp3” to a file other than
an MP3 file, the player cannot recognize the file
properly and will generate random noise that
could damage your speakers.
• The file name does not correspond to the ID tag.
THE USABLE NUMBER OF FOLDERS/
FILES
• Maximum folder number: 255
• Maximum file number: 255
SETTINGS FOR COMPRESSION
SOFTWARE AND WRITING
SOFTWARE
• To compress a source for an MP3 file, we
recommend setting the transfer bit rate of
the compression software to “44.1 kHz”,
“128kbps”, and “Constant Bit Rate”.
• To record up to the maximum capacity, set
to the “halting of writing”.
• To record at one time up to the maximum
capacity on media that has nothing
recorded it, set to “Disc at Once”.
NOTES FOR SAVING FILES ON THE
MEDIA
When the disc is inserted, the player reads all
the files on that disc. If there are many
folders or non-MP3 files on the disc, it may
take a long time for play to begin or for the
next MP3 file to start play.
Do not save unnecessary folders or files other
than MP3 ones in the disc to be used for
MP3 listening.
We recommend that you do not save other
types files or unnecessary folders on a disc
that has MP3 files.
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About “ID3 tag”
ID3 tag is a format for adding certain
information (track name, album name, artist
name, etc.) to MP3 files.
Note
This CD player conforms to Version 1.1 of the ID3
tag format. If you use a version other than 1.1, ID3
tag information will not be displayed correctly.
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