TV/WB/FM/AM
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).”
3-243-381-11 (1)
D-FS601
© 2002 Sony Corporation
“WALKMAN” is a trademark of
Sony Corporation.
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WARNING
To prevent fire or shock
hazard, do not expose the AC
power adaptor 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.
CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with this
product will increase eye hazard.
Owner’s Record
The model and the serial numbers are located
at the rear. Record the serial number in the
space provided below. Refer to these
numbers whenever you call upon your Sony
dealer regarding this product.
Model No. D-FS601
Serial No. ___________________
Certain countries may regulate disposal of
the battery used to power this product. Please
consult with your local authority.
CAUTION
• INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION
WHEN OPEN
• DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM OR
VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL
INSTRUMENTS
The CE mark is valid only for
products marketed in the European
Union.
For the customers in the USA
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not
expressly approved in this manual could void your
authority to operate this equipment.
If you have any questions about this product, you may
call:
Sony Direct Response Center 1-(800)-222-7669
or write to:
Sony Direct Response Center 12451 Gateway Blvd.
Fort Myers, FL 33913
Declaration of Conformity
Trade Name: SONY
Model No.: D-FS601
Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc.
Address: 680 Kinderkamack Road,
Oradell, NJ 07649 USA
Telephone No.: 201-930-6972
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Product registration
For the customers in the USA
Please register this product on line at www.sony.com/
productregistration.
<http://www.sony.com/productregistration>
Proper registration will enable us to send you periodic
mailings about new products, services, and other
important announcements. Registering your product
will also allow us to contact you in the unlikely event
that the product needs adjustment or modification.
Thank you.
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Table of Contents
Getting started
Locating the controls ................................... 4
Playing a CD
1.Connect your CD player. ......................... 6
2.Insert a CD. ............................................. 6
3.Play a CD. ............................................... 7
Playback options
Playing tracks repeatedly (Repeat play) .... 10
Playing a single track (Single play)........... 10
Playing tracks in random order
(Shuffle play)......................................... 10
Playing tracks in your favorite order
(PGM play)............................................ 11
Using the radio
Listening to the radio................................. 12
Presetting your favorite radio stations ....... 14
Presetting radio stations............................. 15
Changing the tuning interval ..................... 16
Available features
G-PROTECTION function ........................ 17
Emphasizing the bass sound (SOUND) .... 17
Protecting your hearing (AVLS)................ 18
Locking the controls (HOLD) ................... 18
Turning off the operation beep sound........ 19
Connecting your CD player
Connecting a stereo system ....................... 20
Connecting to a power source
Using the rechargeable batteries................ 21
Using the dry batteries............................... 23
Notes on the power source ........................ 23
Additional information
Precautions ................................................ 24
Maintenance .............................................. 25
Troubleshooting ......................................... 26
Specifications ............................................ 28
Accessories (supplied/optional) ................ 30
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Getting started
Locating the controls
For details, see pages in parentheses.
CD player (front)
qh i (headphones)
jack
(pages 6, 13, 20)
qd PLAY MODE•
TUNING – button
(pages 9 - 12, 15)
8 DC IN 4.5 V
(external power
input) jack
(pages 6, 21)
qa PRESET –/+ buttons
(page 15)
1 AM button
(pages 12, 15)
2 FM button
(pages 12, 15)
4 TV button
(pages 12, 15)
3 WB (weather band)
button (pages 12, 15)
6 3-way control key
(see below)
5 HOLD switch
(page 18)
7 VOL* (volume)
control
(page 7)
qj Buckle
(page 6)
9 Display
(pages 8, 10 - 14, 17, 18)
qs REPEAT/ENTER•
TUNING + button
(pages 9 - 12, 15)
qf SOUND button
(pages 17, 18)
qg MEMORY button
(pages 14, 15)
q; 1 - 3 buttons
(page 14)
6 3-way control key
Push toward
N/> or
..
Press x•
RADIO OFF/
CHG.
N/>**: Play/AMS/search
(pages 7, 8, 11)
.: AMS/search (pages 7, 11)
x•RADIO OFF/CHG:
Stop•charge/turn off the radio
(pages 7, 15, 19)
* There is a tactile dot beside VOL to show the direction to turn up the volume.
** There is a tactile dot beside N/>.
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CD player (inside)
wa Battery compartment
(page 21)
ql G-PROTECTION
switch
(page 17)
Getting started
qk STEP switch
(page 16)
w; LOCAL/DX switch
(page 13)
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.
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1
. Connect your CD player.
1 Connect the AC power adaptor.
2 Connect the headphones/earphones.
2
. Insert a CD.
1 Unfasten the buckle.
2 Open the lid.
3 Fit the CD on the pivot and close the lid.
4 While holding the lid closed, fasten the buckle
securely.
Playing a CD
You can also use rechargeable batteries or dry batteries as a power source.
Label side up
to an AC outlet
Headphones
or
Earphones
to i (headphones)
3-way control key
(N/>)
to DC IN
4.5V
AC power
adaptor
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To Do this
Play (from the point you stopped) Push the 3-way control key toward N/>.
Playback starts from the point you stopped.
Play (from the first track) Push the control key toward N/> and hold
it for 2 seconds or more.
Stop Press x•RADIO OFF/CHG.*
2
Find the beginning of the current track (AMS*
1
) Push the control key toward . once
quickly.*
2
Find the beginning of the previous tracks (AMS) Push the control key toward .
repeatedly.*
2,
*
3
Find the beginning of the next track (AMS) Push the control key toward N/> once
quickly.*
2,
*
3
Find the beginning of the succeeding tracks (AMS) Push the control key toward N/>
repeatedly.*
2,
*
3
Go backwards quickly Push the control key toward . and
hold it.*
2
Go forward quickly Push the control key toward N/> and
hold it.*
2
*
1
Automatic Music Sensor
*
2
These operations can be done during play.
*
3
After you have played the last track, you can return to the beginning of the first track by pushing the 3-way
control key toward N/>. Similarly, if you are at the first track, you can locate the last track by pushing
the control key toward ..
Playing a CD
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. Play a CD.
(Continued)
Adjust the volume.
Push the 3-way control
key toward N/>.
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About the display
• When you push the 3-way control key 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.
• During play, the track number and the elapsed playing time of the current track appear.
If the volume level does not increase
If “AVLS” appears in the display, hold down SOUND until “AVLS” disappears from the display.
For details, see “Protecting your hearing (AVLS).”
About CD-Rs/CD-RWs
This CD player can play CD-Rs/CD-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.
Removing the CD
Remove the CD while pressing the pivot in the center of the tray.
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Playback options
You can enjoy various ways of playback using PLAY MODE and REPEAT/ENTER.
PLAY MODE button
Each time you press the button, you can
change the playback mode.
No indication
(Normal play)
“1”
(Play a single track)
“SHUF”
(Play tracks in random order)
“PGM”
(Play tracks in your favorite order)
3-way control key
(N />, .)
REPEAT/ENTER button
REPEAT
You can repeat play that is selected using
PLAY MODE.
ENTER
You can select tracks for PGM play
mode.
Playback options
(Continued)
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Playing tracks repeatedly (Repeat play)
You can play tracks repeatedly in normal, single, shuffle and PGM play modes.
During playback, press REPEAT/ENTER.
Playing a single track (Single play)
During playback, press PLAY MODE
repeatedly until “1” appears.
Playing tracks in random order (Shuffle play)
During playback, press PLAY MODE
repeatedly until “SHUF” appears.
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Playing tracks in your favorite order (PGM play)
You can program the CD player to play up to 64 tracks in your favorite order.
1
During playback, press PLAY MODE
repeatedly until “PGM” appears.
2
Push the 3-way control key toward
. or N/> to select a track.
3
Press REPEAT/ENTER to enter
the selected track.
“00” appears and the playing order increases
by one.
4
Repeat steps 2 and 3 to select the tracks in your favorite order.
5
Hold down REPEAT/ENTER to start PGM play.
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 64th track in step 3, the first selected track appears in the display.
• If you select more than 64 tracks, the first selected tracks are erased.
Track number
Playing order
Playback options
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Using the radio
Once you’ve stored your favorite stations, you can easily tune in the station with any band and
frequency setting by pressing one of the 1 - 3 buttons.
Listening to the radio
You can enjoy TV, WB (weather band), FM and AM programs.
1
Press TV, WB, FM or AM to select the band (direct power-on).
2
Press TUNING + or – to tune in the
station you want and adjust the
volume.
To turn off the radio
Press x•RADIO OFF/CHG.
To tune in the station quickly
Hold down 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.
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To improve broadcast reception
For TV/WB/FM, extend the headphones/earphones cord.
For AM, reorient the CD player itself.
Note
Keep the headphones/earphones connected to the i jack of the CD player. The headphones/earphones cord
works as the TV/WB/FM antenna.
If it is hard to hear the FM broadcast
Set the LOCAL/DX switch to “LOCAL” using a
pointed material.
Under the normal conditions, set to “DX.”
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.
Headphones
or
Earphones
Using the radio
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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.
1
Tune in the station you want.
2
Hold down one of the 1 - 3 buttons that you want to store the new station on
for 2 seconds or more.
When the station is preset successfully, the beep sounds and the indication “F1,” “F2” or
“F3” appears in the display. The new station replaces the old one.
Example:
TV: WB (weather band): FM: AM:
To play your favorite stations
Press one of the 1 - 3 buttons.
To cancel all preset stations
1 Disconnect the power source (AC power adaptor, rechargeable batteries or alkaline batteries).
2 While holding down MEMORY, connect the AC power adaptor again.
The indications in the display keep flashing until all preset stations are cleared, then stop
flashing and disappear from the display.
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Presetting radio stations
You can preset up to 51 stations: 7 for TV, 4 for WB, 30 for FM and 10 for AM.
1
Press TV, WB, FM or AM to select the band (direct power-on).
2
Press MEMORY for 2 seconds or more.
Preset number 1 will flash in the display. The CD player starts scanning the stations from the
lower frequencies and stops for about 3 seconds when a station is received.
3
If you want to preset the received station, press 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 MEMORY within the 3 seconds, the CD
player will start scanning for the next receivable station without storing the station.
4
Repeat step 3 until all receivable stations are preset.
If the stations have already been stored, the newly preset stations will replace the old ones.
To stop scanning
• Press TV, WB, FM or AM.
• Press x•RADIO OFF/CHG. The radio is turned off at the same time.
To preset stations manually
If the stations cannot be preset automatically, preset the stations manually.
1 Press TV, WB, FM or AM.
2 Press MEMORY.
The preset number 1 will flash in the display.
3 While the preset number 1 is flashing, tune in a station you want using TUNING +/–, and
select a preset number using PRESET +/–.
4 To store, press MEMORY while the preset number is flashing.
If there was a station stored on this preset number, the newly preset station will replace the old
one.
Note
If you cannot complete step 3 or 4 while the preset number is flashing in the display, repeat from step 2.
To play preset stations
1 Press TV, WB, FM or AM.
2 Press PRESET + or – to tune in a stored station.
Using the radio
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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.
9 kHz area: Asia and Europe
10 kHz area: the U.S.A., Canada and South America
Notes
• The interval will not change until you once turn off the radio and then turn it on again.
• After changing the tuning interval, you need to preset radio stations again.
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Emphasizing the bass
sound
(SOUND)
You can emphasize the bass-boosted sound.
Press SOUND to select “BASS ” or
“BASS .”
“BASS ” enhances the bass sound
more than “BASS .”
Note
If the sound is distorted when using the SOUND
function, turn down the volume.
The selected sound mode is displayed.
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Available features
G-PROTECTION
function
The G-PROTECTION function has been
developed to provide excellent protection
against sound skipping during many active
uses.
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.”
During active uses, use the supplied hand
strap (see “Using the hand strap” in Locating
the controls).
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.
No indication
(Normal play)
BASS
BASS
Available features
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Protecting your hearing
(AVLS)
The AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter
System) function keeps down the maximum
volume to protect your hearing.
Hold down SOUND until “AVLS”
appears in the display.
To turn off the AVLS function
Hold down SOUND until “AVLS” disappears
from the display.
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.
Displayed when AVLS function is
activated.
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.
To unlock the controls
Slide HOLD in the opposite direction of the
arrow.
Flashes if you press any button
when the HOLD function is
activated.
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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•RADIO OFF/CHG.
To turn on the beep sound
Remove the power source and then connect
the power source without pressing
x•RADIO OFF/CHG.
Available features
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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 CD player and
connected device so that the sound will not be
distorted or noisy.
About the G-PROTECTION function
when using the connecting cord
To record high quality CD sound, set the
G-PROTECTION switch to “1.”
Stereo system,
cassette recorder,
radio cassette
recorder, etc.
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Connecting your CD player
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.
Left (white)
Right (red)
to i
Connecting cord
Adjust the volume.
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You can use the following power sources:
• Rechargeable batteries
•AC power adaptor (see “Playing a CD”)
• 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.
• NH-WM2AA (NH-WMAA × 2)
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.
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•RADIO OFF/CHG to start
charging.
The CD player charges the batteries. The
indicator sections of light up in
succession. When the batteries are
completely charged, the indicator
turns off.
If you press x•RADIO OFF/CHG after
the charge has already been completed,
the indicator flashes and “Full”
appears in the display.
4
Disconnect the AC power adaptor.
B
Connecting to a power source
to an AC outlet
to DC IN 4.5 V
AC power adaptor
3-way control
key (x•RADIO
OFF/CHG)
Connecting to a power source
Insert the # end first
(for both batteries).
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Using the rechargeable batteries
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 show 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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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.
Insert the # end first (for both batteries).
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.
Connecting to a power source
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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.
• Do not use the CD soiled with dust.
Malfunction may occur.
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.
On the water resistance
• Before unfastening the buckle to open the
lid, be sure to wipe off water, dust or sand
on the exterior of the unit. Open and close
the lid where water or sand cannot fall in
the unit, and make sure that your hands are
dry. If water or sand falls in the unit,
trouble may occur.
• When closing the lid, check that there is no
dust or sand on the rubber packing around
the lid. Then close the lid firmly with the
buckle.
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Additional information
Not these ways
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• The supplied headphones are not meant to
be immersed in water or come in
continuous contact with water. If they are
accidentally dropped into water or get wet,
dry them with a soft cloth. Never use an
electric hair dryer.
• The supplied AC power adaptor is not
water resistant. To prevent shock hazard,
avoid using the player near water during
AC operation.
•Cover the DC IN 4.5 V jack and i jack
with the attached rubber caps when
nothing is connected to these jacks. If the
inside of the jacks are contaminated with
water or sand, rust may develop and cause
trouble.
Notes
• Since the unit is airtight, you may not be able to
open the lid when there is a sudden change in air
pressure inside the unit. This happens when the
unit is transported on a plane or moved from a
warm place to a cold place. In this case, open the
rubber cap on the DC IN 4.5 V jack.
•To prevent water from leaking in, the buckle is
designed to be slightly stiff. Be careful not to
catch a fingernail on the buckle when unfastening
the lid.
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.
To clean the headphones/
earphones plug
Keep the plug of your headphones/earphones
clean to obtain optimum sound. Wipe it with
a dry, soft cloth.
To remove any dust or sand
from the rubber packing
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.
Do not hold the player with the buckle
by itself. Doing so may damage the
unit.
Additional information
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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 the VOL control is
adjusted to the maximum
level.
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 “00” 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.
“Hold” appears in the
display when you press a
button, and the CD does not
play.
The CD player does not start
charging.
Cause and/or corrective actions
c If “AVLS” appears in the display, hold down SOUND until
“AVLS” disappears from the display. (page 18)
c Connect the plugs firmly. (page 6)
c Plugs are dirty. Clean the plugs with a dry soft cloth periodically.
c Check that you are using alkaline batteries and not manganese
batteries. (page 23)
c Replace the batteries with new LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries.
(page 23)
c Charge and discharge the rechargeable batteries several times.
(pages 21, 22)
c The rechargeable batteries are used up completely. Charge the
batteries. (pages 21, 22)
c Replace the batteries with new LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries.
(page 23)
c Use only the AC power adaptor or car battery cord in “Accessories
(supplied/optional).” (page 30)
c Remove all power sources, then insert the batteries or connect the
AC power adaptor again. (pages 6, 21 - 23)
c The buttons are locked. Slide the HOLD switch back. (page 18)
c The CD is dirty or defective. (page 24)
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 21)
c Make sure the batteries are inserted correctly. (pages 21 - 23)
c Connect the AC power adaptor to an AC outlet securely. (page 6)
c The CD-R/CD-RW was not finalized. Finalize the CD-R/CD-RW
with the recording device.
c There is a problem with the quality of the CD-R/CD-RW,
recording device, or application software.
c The buttons are locked. Slide the HOLD switch back. (page 18)
c
During stop, press
x
•
RADIO OFF/CHG
. (page 21)
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CD player
Symptom
Playback starts from the
point you stopped. (resume
function)
Rustling noise of the CD is
heard.
When using with a connected
stereo system, the sound is
distorted or noisy.
Radio
Symptom
The audio is weak or has poor
quality.
Cause and/or corrective actions
c The resume function is working. To start play from the first track,
push the 3-way control key toward N
/
> and hold it 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, 21, 23)
c
Close the lid of the battery compartment firmly. (page 21)
c
Adjust the volume of the CD player and the connected device.
(page 20)
Additional information
Cause and/or corrective actions
c Charge the rechargeable batteries. (pages 21, 22)
c Replace the batteries with new LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries.
(page 23)
c Move the CD player away from the TV.
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Specifications
CD player
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
40 - 20 000 Hz
0
dB (measured by JEITA CP-
307)
Output (at 4.5 V input level)
Headphones (stereo minijack)
Approx. 5 mW + Approx. 5 mW at 16 Ω
Radio
Frequency range (STEP switch)
9 kHz step:
TV: 2 - 13 ch
WB (weather band): 1 - 7 ch
FM: 87.5 - 108.0 MHz
AM: 531 - 1 710 kHz
10 kHz step:
TV: 2 - 13 ch
WB (weather band): 1 - 7 ch
FM: 87.5 - 108.0 MHz
AM: 530 - 1 710 kHz
Antenna
TV/WB/FM:Headphones/earphones cord
antenna
AM: Built-in ferrite bar antenna
General
Power requirements
For the area code of the model you
purchased, check the upper left side of the
bar code on the package.
• 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/CNA model: 220 V, 50 Hz
–4.5
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Additional information
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 G-PROTECTION RADIO
12 on
NH-WM2AA 32 35 40
(charged for
about 4 hours**)
Two Sony alkaline 46 50 70
batteries LR6 (SG)
(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) (including
projecting parts and controls)
Approx. 133.9 × 38.1 × 147.5 mm
(5
3
⁄8 × 1
1
⁄2 × 5
7
⁄8 in.)
Mass (excluding accessories)
Approx. 331 g (11.7 oz.)
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
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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 (1)
Hand strap (1)
For US customers
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.
Optional accessories
AC power adaptor AC-E45HG
Active speaker system SRS-T55
SRS-Z500
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 using optional headphones, use only
headphones with stereo miniplugs. You
cannot use headphones with micro plugs.
Your dealer may not handle some of the
above listed accessories. Please ask the
dealer for detailed information about the
accessories in your country.
Stereo miniplug Micro plug
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This warranty is valid only in the United States.
