4-249-411-11(1)
Super Audio CD
Player
2003 Sony Corporation
SCD-XA9000ES
Operating Instructions
Mode d’emploi
US
FR
S200
TM
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Welcome!
Thank you for purchasing the Sony Super
Audio CD Player. Before operating the
unit, please read this manual thoroughly
and retain it for future reference.
About This Manual
The instructions in this manual is for SCD-
XA9000ES.
Conventions
• Instructions in this manual describe the
controls on the player.
You can also use the controls on the
remote if they have the same or similar
names as those on the player.
• The following icons are used in this
manual:
Indicates that you can do the
task using the remote.
Indicates hints and tips for
making the task easier.
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WARNING
To prevent fire or shock
hazard, do not expose the
unit to rain or moisture.
To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation
of the apparatus with news papers, 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.
This appliance is
classified as a
CLASS 1 LASER
product. This
marking is located
on the rear exterior.
This symbol is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the
appliance.
For the customers in the United States
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located
on the rear of the unit.
Record the serial number in the space
provided below. Refer to them whenever
you call upon your Sony dealer regarding
this product.
Model No. SCD-XA9000ES
Serial No. _________________________
CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with this
product will increase eye hazard.
For the customers in Canada
This Class B digital apparatus complies
with Canadian ICES-003.
CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,
MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO
WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
Don’t throw away the
battery with general house
waste, dispose of it
correctly as chemical waste.
WARNING
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.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or
modification not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate
this equipment.
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Features
About the Super Audio CD
• Super Audio CD is a new high-quality audio disc
standard where music is recorded in the DSD (Direct
Stream Digital) format (conventional CDs are recorded
in the PCM format). The DSD format, using a sampling
frequency 64 times higher than that of a conventional
CD, and with 1-bit quantization, achieves both a wide
frequency range and a wide dynamic range across the
audible frequency range, and so provides music
reproduction extremely faithful to the original sound.
• The Super Audio CD has two types; a 2 channel stereo
disc and a Multi-channel disc which holds up to 6
independent channels. The multi-channel characteristic
of the Super Audio CD features a speaker allocation
system basically similar to the 5.1 channel output of
current AV systems.
Features of the player
This player is designed to play back 2-channel and multi-
channel Super Audio CDs, and conventional CDs, and
provides the following features:
• Mounted with a Discrete Dual Laser Optical Pickup,
capable of reading a Super Audio CD or conventional
CD depending on the exclusive wavelength.
• Quicker track access performance enabled by an
advanced servo mechanism.
• A Multi-Channel Management function that allows you
to adjust the multi-channel playback environment
according to the allocation and size of your speakers.
• A Super Audio D/A Converter and Direct Digital Sync
System, which allows higher-quality sound
reproduction.
• An i.LINK digital transmission system that provides
higher quality sound and lets you make connections
with just 1 i.LINK cord instead of 6 pin cords.
• This player complies with DTLA copy protection
technology (Revision 1.2).
Others
• A Super Audio CD can mark up to 255 track/index
numbers. This feature applies to SCD-XA9000ES.
• The supplied remote is capable of controlling both the
SCD-XA9000ES and a conventional Sony CD player.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Getting Started 4
Before You Start the Hooking Up 4
Hooking Up the Audio Components 5
Location and Functions of Parts 10
Front Panel Parts Descriptions 10
Rear Panel Parts Descriptions 12
Remote Parts Descriptions 13
Playing Discs 14
Compatible Disc Types 14
Playing a Disc 16
Using the Display 17
Locating a Specific Track 20
Locating a Particular Point in a Track 20
Playing Tracks Repeatedly 21
Playing Tracks in Random Order (Shuffle Play) 22
Creating Your Own Program (Program Play) 23
Listening to a CD Using a Filter (Digital Filter
Function) 24
Setting the DIGITAL OUT on/off 24
Listening to a Multi-channel Super Audio CD
(Multi-channel management function) 25
Additional Information 29
Precautions 29
Notes on Discs 30
Troubleshooting 31
Display Messages 32
Specifications 32
Index 34
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Getting
Started
This chapter provides information on
the supplied accessories and how to
connect various audio components to
the Super Audio CD player. Be sure
to read this chapter thoroughly before
you actually connect anything to the
player.
Before You Start Hooking
Up
Checking the supplied accessories
This player comes with the following items:
• Audio connecting cord
phono jack × 2 (Red and White) y phono jack × 2 (Red
and White) (3)
phono jack × 1 (Black) y phono jack × 1 (Black) (2)
• i.LINK connecting cord (1)
• Remote commander RM-SX700 (1)
• Size AA (R6) batteries (2)
• AC power cord (1)
• Plug adapter (1)
Inserting batteries into the remote
Insert two size AA (R6) batteries into the battery
compartment with the + and – correctly oriented to the
markings. When using the remote, point it at the remote
sensor
on the player.
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When to replace the batteries
Under normal conditions, the batteries should last for about six
months. When the remote no longer operates the player, replace
both batteries with new ones.
Notes
• Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or a humid place.
• Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing,
particularly when replacing the batteries.
• Do not use a new battery with an old one.
• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or lighting
apparatus. Doing so may cause a malfunction.
• If you do not intend to use the remote for an extended period
of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from
battery leakage and corrosion.
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ANALOG
L
LR
RR
L
5.1CH OUT
2CH OUT
OUT
OPTICALCOAXIAL
CENTER
FRONT SURROUND SUB WOOFER
DIGITAL(CD)
AC IN
AUDIO OUT
i.LINK S200
Hooking Up the Audio Components
White (L)
Red (R)
White (L)
Red (R)
Connect the Super Audio CD player to an audio
component. Be sure to turn off the power of all
components before making connections and connect
securely to prevent noise.
If you have an amplifier equipped with the 5.1CH input
jacks (multi-channel amplifier, AV amplifier, etc.) and
connect the player and the amplifier via the ANALOG
5.1CH OUT jacks, you can play multi-channel Super
Audio CDs and enjoy multi-channel playback.
For normal playback, connect the player and an amplifier
via ANALOG 2CH OUT jacks.
Connecting via ANALOG 5.1CH OUT jacks
Use audio connecting cords for this connection. Connect the
ANALOG 5.1CH OUT jacks (FRONT L/R, SURR L/R, CENTER,
SUBWOOFER) to the corresponding jacks on your amplifier. For
FRONT or SURR connection, use the connecting cords (Red and
White jacks) and be sure to match the color-coded pin to the
appropriate jacks: white (left) to white and red (right) to red. For
CENTER and SUB WOOFER connection, use the connecting
cords (Black).
FRONT or SURR connection
Audio connecting cords (Red and White) (supplied)
Black
Black
CENTER or SUB WOOFER connection
Audio connecting cords (Black) (supplied)
Notes
• Even when you make Multi-channel connections, be sure to
also connect the ANALOG 2CH OUT jacks using another audio
connecting cord so that you can play CDs (or SACDs) when
you set the input selector of your amplifier to CD (or SACD)
input .
• During playback of a conventional CD or a 2CH Super Audio
CD, same signal is output from the ANALOG 5.1CH FRONT
L/R jacks and ANALOG 2CH OUT jacks. The signal is output
in higher quality from the ANALOG 2CH OUT jacks (see page
9).
• During playback of a Multi-channel Super Audio CD, the same
signal is output from the ANALOG 5.1CH FRONT L/R jacks
and ANALOG 2CH OUT jacks. (The downmixed signal of the
Multi-channel siginal is not played back.)
• There are 5CH, 4CH, and 3CH Super Audio CD. When you
play these disc, the signal is not output from all of the
ANALOG 5.1CH OUT jacks. For details of the playback, see the
cover or instructions of the Super Audio CD.
To FRONT IN
jacks (L/R)
To SURROUND or
REAR IN jacks
(L/R)
To CENTER IN
jack
To SUB WOOFER
IN jack
Multi-channel amplifier,
AV amplifier, etc.
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ANALOG
L
LR
RR
L
5.1CH OUT
2CH OUT
OUT
OPTICALCOAXIAL
CENTER
FRONT SURROUND SUB WOOFER
DIGITAL(CD)
AC IN
AUDIO OUT
i.LINK S200
Connecting via ANALOG 2CH OUT jacks
Use an audio connecting cords for this connection. Connect the
ANALOG 2CH OUT L/R jacks to the CD (SACD) input jacks of
your amplifier. Be sure to match the color-coded pin to the
appropriate jacks: white (left) to white and red (right) to red.
Audio connecting cords (Red and White) (supplied)
White (L)
Red (R)
White (L)
Red (R)
To CD (SACD) IN
jacks (L/R)
Stereo amplifier, etc.
Hooking Up the Audio Components
Note
During playback of a Multi-channel Super Audio CD, the same
signal is output from the ANALOG 5.1CH FRONT L/R jacks and
ANALOG 2CH OUT jacks. (The downmixed signal of the Multi-
channel signal is not played back.)
About the ANALOG 2CH OUT
When you play a conventional CD or a 2CH Super Audio CD, the
stereo signal is sent to the FRONT, SURROUND, and CENTER/
SUB WOOFER D/A Converters, and each signal is combined
after D/A conversion, then combined signal is output from the
2CH OUT jacks.
Since each digital signal is converted to analog signal by three
converters, this system offers a three-fold improvement in signal
quality and a root three-fold noise ratio, the result is an improved
signal to noise ratio. Therefore, a high quality signal is output
from the ANALOG 2CH OUT jacks.
During playback of a Multi-channel Super Audio CD, the signal
conversion described above is not applied, and the same signal is
output from the ANALOG 5.1CH FRONT L/R jacks and
ANALOG 2CH OUT jacks. (The downmixed signal of the Multi-
channel signal is not played back.)
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Connecting via i.LINK S200 AUDIO OUT
jack
Connect SCD-XA9000ES to STR-DA9000ES/TA-
DA9000ES with the supplied i.LINK connecting cord.
i.LINK connecting cord (supplied)
Notes
• i.LINK connections are only possible between this player and
STR-DA9000ES/TA-DA9000ES. This player has some
restrictions on i.LINK functions and may not operate properly
if connected to components other than STR-DA9000ES/TA-
DA9000ES.
• If a metal object should fall into the i.LINK S200 AUDIO OUT
jack, short-circuiting may occur and damage the components.
• Be sure to insert the plug firmly to prevent malfunction.
• See page 32 for information about compatible signals.
• Some i.LINK components comply with copy protection
technology and handle encrypted signals. This player complies
with the DTLA copy protection technology (Revision 1.2).
•“i.LINK“ lights up in the display when this player is ready to
output the audio signals from the i.LINK S200 AUDIO OUT
jack.
Establishing a LINC
Before an audio signal can be transmitted between i.LINK
components, a LINC (Logical INterface Connection) must
first be established between the receiving component (of
the audio signal) and the sending component.
Establishing a LINC means establishing a logical path for
the transmission of digital audio signals between the two
components. Each logical path has an ID number. Since
the component that sends an audio signal must output the
signal to a path, and the component that receives the
signal must input it from the same path, the path must be
mutually known by both components. During the
establishment of a LINC, the following communication
occurs between the two i.LINK components.
Example
STR-DA9000ES/TA-DA9000ES establishes a LINC with SCD-
XA9000ES.
1 STR-DA9000ES/TA-DA9000ES sends a request and path
information to SCD-XA9000ES to establish a transmission
path for the audio signal.
2 SCD-XA9000ES responds to STR-DA9000ES/TA-DA9000ES,
agreeing to the establishment of a LINC.
The digital audio signal transmission becomes possible only
after the communication described above has occurred and a
LINC has been established.
1
,
2
<
STR-DA9000ES
TA-DA9000ES
SCD-XA9000ES
ANALOG
L
LR
RR
L
5.1CH OUT
2CH OUT
OUT
OPTICALCOAXIAL
CENTER
FRONT SURROUND SUB WOOFER
DIGITAL(CD)
AC IN
AUDIO OUT
i.LINK S200
To i.LINK S200
AUDIO IN jack
STR-DA9000ES
TA-DA9000ES
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Listening in high fidelity H.A.T.S. (High
quality digital Audio Transmission
System) function
When the H.A.T.S. function of STR-DA9000ES/TA-
DA9000ES is “ON” digital audio signals are momentarily
stored in a buffer, then read with exact timing before
being converted to analog. This eliminates the jitter
(timing lapses) that sometimes occur during digital signal
transmission and greatly improves sound quality.
When this function is turned on, the H.A.T.S. indicator on
the front panel of STR-DA9000ES/TA-DA9000ES lights up
whenever the digital audio signal is input to the receiver.
When not using this function, set it to “OFF” on STR-
DA9000ES/TA-DA9000ES. For details, refer to the
Operating Instructions supplied with STR-DA9000ES/TA-
DA9000ES.
Notes
• Because of the way the H.A.T.S. function operates, a slight time
lag is introduced between each operation (e.g., pressing play,
stop, or pause) and its implementation. The duration of this
time lag may be different for CD and Super Audio CD sources.
• The H.A.T.S. function works only with H.A.T.S. compatible
components.
• The H.A.T.S. function works only when this player is selected
as the input source by a single STR-DA9000ES/TA-DA9000ES.
This is because the receiving component (STR-DA9000ES/TA-
DA9000ES) controls the rate of digital audio signal
transmission from the player. To insure proper signal
transmission within the i.LINK configuration, only one
component can receive the digital audio signals output from a
source component.
Copyright
i.LINK components complying with copyright protection
incorporate digital data copy protection technology. One
such technology is the DTLA (The Digital Transmission
Licensing Administrator) recognized by the Copy
Protection Technical Working Group. It may not be
possible to make digital copies of copy restricted digital
data (video/audio/data) using i.LINK signals between
components that comply with the DTLA copy protection
technology. In addition, it may not be possible to transfer
digital data (video/audio/data) via i.LINK between
i.LINK components which comply with DTLA copy
protection and i.LINK components which do not.
• i.LINK is a designation referring to IEEE 1394-1995 and IEEE
1394a-2000. i.LINK and the i.LINK logo “
TM
” are trademarks of
Sony Corporation.
Connecting via DIGITAL (CD) OUT OPTICAL
connector
Use an optical digital cable for this connection. When connecting
the optical digital cable to the DIGITAL (CD) OUT OPTICAL
connector, take the cap off the connectors and push the cable
plugs in until they click into place.
Be careful not to bend or twist the optical cable.
Optical digital cable (not supplied)
Note
Only the audio signals of conventional CDs can be output from
the DIGITAL (CD) OUT connectors. Those of the Super Audio
CD cannot be output through DIGITAL (CD) OUT.
When the i.LINK indicator lights up
No signal is output from DIGITAL (CD) OUT OPTICAL
connector.
Connecting via DIGITAL (CD) OUT COAXIAL
connector
Use a coaxial digital cable to connect the audio components
equipped with coaxial digital input connectors.
Coaxial digital cable (not supplied)
Note
Only the audio signals of conventional CDs can be output from
the DIGITAL (CD) OUT connectors. Those of the Super Audio
CD cannot be output through DIGITAL (CD) OUT.
When the i.LINK indicator lights up
No signal is output from DIGITAL (CD) OUT COAXIAL
connector.
Connecting the AC power cord
Connect the supplied AC power cord to the AC IN terminal on
the player and to the mains.
Hooking Up the Audio Components
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About the AC power cord
The supplied AC power cord has a 3-pronged grounded plug. If
you are using 3-pronged grounded mains, the plug can be
inserted directly into the mains. However, if the socket is a 2-
pronged grounded mains, use the supplied plug adapter or a
commercially available plug adapter.
3-pronged grounded mains
2-pronged polarized mains
• When the width of the mains are a different size
Use the supplied plug adapter.
• When the width of the mains are the same size
Use a commercially available plug adapter. In this case, you
can check the polarity of the mains with a commercially
available spark-testing screwdriver. It is the pronged ground
that does not light the neon grow lamp even if you insert the
spark-testing screwdriver into the mains. Insert the blades so
that the “N pole” can be inserted to the ground on the plug.
If noise (hum) is produced
Noise may be caused by an electric potential difference on the
ground circuit.* In this case, use the supplied plug adapter and
be careful not to connect the ground lead to anything.
* Although the ground of the domestic mains is normally a
safety ground, a few electrical potential differences may be
produced, depending on the mains. Therefore, use of the
supplied 3-pronged mains lead may lessen the quality of the
audio signal or may produce humming noise.
3 to 2-prong polarized
plug adapter
N pole
Note on the output jacks
This player is equipped with a Tri-Powered D/A Converter
System and a Multi Channel Management function. The usable
output settings differ depending on the mode you select as
follows. For details, refer to the Operating Instructions.
Source Multi 2CH 5.1CH
PHONES DIGITAL
Channel OUT OUT jack
(CD) OUT
Management jacks jacks jacks
CD
—*
1
a*
2
aa*
2
a*
4
Super Audio CD Direct
a*
2
aa*
2
×
(2 channel) 2ch + SW
aaa ×
Super Audio CD
—*
1
a*
3
aa*
3
×
(Multi-channel)
*
1
Not available for CDs or Super Audio CDs.
*
2
Output through the Tri-Powered D/A Converter.
*
3
The same signal that is output from the ANALOG 5.1CH OUT
FRONT L/R jacks is output.
*
4
Only when “D. OUTPUT” is set to “ON” (page 24).
Note
Tri-Powered D/A Converter System works only for 2 channel
signals from 2 CH OUT jacks.
When the i.LINK indicator lights up
• No signal is output from all the other jacks (ANALOG 2CH
OUT jacks, ANALOG 5.1CH OUT jacks, PHONES jack,
DIGITAL (CD) OUT jacks).
• The Multi Channel Management function does not work.
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When you want to listen to the sound through headphones
when the i.LINK indicator lights up
Connect the headphones to the PHONES jack on the amplifier,
not on this player.
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Location and
Functions of
Parts
This chapter tells you about the
location and functions of the various
buttons and controls on the front and
rear panels and the supplied remote.
Further details are provided on the
pages indicated in parentheses.
It also tells you about the information
that appears in the display window.
Front Panel Parts
Descriptions
1 POWER switch (16)
Press to turn on the player.
2 TIME/TEXT button (17)
Each time you press the button, the playing time of the
track, the total remaining time on the disc, or TEXT
information appears in the display.
3 SACD/CD button (16)
Each time you press the button while playing back a
hybrid disc, the layer to be played back switches
between the HD (Super Audio CD) layer and the CD
layer.
4 i.LINK button (16)
Each time you press the button, the signal output
switches between the i.LINK jack and the analog jacks.
i.LINK indicator (16)
Lights up when the i.LINK function is used.
5 Disc tray (16)
Press A OPEN/CLOSE to open/close the disc tray.
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Location and Functions of Parts
6 A OPEN/CLOSE button (16)
Press to open or close the disc tray.
7 N button (16)
Press to start play.
8 X button (16)
Press to pause play.
9 x button (16)
Press to stop play.
0 PHONES
Connect the headphones.
During playback of a Multi-channel Super Audio CD,
the same signal that is output from the ANALOG
5.1CH FRONT L/R jacks is output from the PHONES
jack.
qa PHONE LEVEL
Adjust the headphones volume.
qs MENU (15, 26–28)
Press to enter the menu.
Press to exit from the menu and return to the normal
display.
qd MULTI/2CH button (16)
Press to select the playback area when the 2 channel +
Multi-channel Super Audio CD (page 15) is loaded.
qf Remote sensor
qg Display window (17)
Shows various information.
qh . AMS > dial (AMS: Automatic Music Sensor)
(20)
When you turn the . AMS > dial
counterclockwise by one click, you go back to the
preceding track; when you turn the . AMS >
dial clockwise by one click, you go to the succeeding
track.
PHONES
PHONE LEVEL
MIN MAX
PUSH
ENTER
AMS
TIME/TEXT
SACD/CD
MENU
MULTI/2CH
POWER
I.Link
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Location and Functions of Parts
Rear Panel Parts Descriptions
1 ANALOG 5.1CH OUT jacks (5)
Connect to an amplifier equipped with the 5.1CH
input jacks (Multi-channel amplifier, AV amplifier,
etc.) using the audio connecting cords.
2 DIGITAL (CD) OUT COAXIAL connector (8)
Connect to an audio component using the coaxial
digital cable.
3 DIGITAL (CD) OUT OPTICAL connector (8)
Connect to an audio component using an optical
digital cable.
4 i.LINK S200 AUDIO OUT jack (7)
Connect to STR-DA9000ES/TA-DA9000ES using the
i.LINK connecting cord.
5 AC IN terminal (9)
Connect the AC power cord.
6 ANALOG 2CH OUT L/R jacks (6)
Connect to an audio component (stereo/2 channel)
using the audio connecting cord.
Note
Only the audio signals of the CD can be output from the
DIGITAL (CD) OUT connectors shown in 2 and 3. Those of the
Super Audio CD cannot be output through DIGITAL (CD) OUT
connectors.
When the i.LINK indicator lights up
No signal is output from all the other jacks (ANALOG 2CH OUT
jacks, ANALOG 5.1CH OUT jacks, PHONES jack, DIGITAL (CD)
OUT jacks).
ANALOG
L
LR
RR
L
5.1CH OUT
2CH OUT
OUT
OPTICALCOAXIAL
CENTER
FRONT SURROUND SUB WOOFER
DIGITAL(CD)
AC IN
AUDIO OUT
i.LINK S200
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Location and Functions of Parts
Remote Parts Descriptions
CONTINUE SHUFFLE
PLAY MODE
PROGRAM
SACD/CD
123
456
78
10/0
9
TIME/TEXT
REPEAT
AMS
BA
CLEAR
>10 ENTER
MODE
DISPLAY/
MULTI/2CH
INDEX
LEVEL
ADJ
CHECK
1 CONTINUE button (22)
Press to resume normal play from Shuffle Play or
Program Play.
SHUFFLE button (22)
Press to select Shuffle Play.
PROGRAM button (23)
Press to select Program Play.
2 DISPLAY MODE button (18)
Press to turn the display information off or on.
3 TIME/TEXT button (17)
Each time you press the button, the playing time of the
track, the total remaining time on the disc, or TEXT
information appears in the display.
4 Number buttons (20)
Press to enter the track numbers.
5
i
10 button (20)
Press to locate a track numbered over 10.
6 REPEAT button (21)
Press repeatedly to play all tracks or only one track on
the disc.
7 AyB button (22)
Press to select Repeat A-B Play.
8 H button (16)
Press to start play.
X button (16)
Press to pause play.
x button (16)
Press to stop play.
9 AMS ./> (AMS: Automatic Music Sensor)
buttons (20)
Press to locate a specific track.
0 m/M buttons (20)
Press to locate a portion you want to play within a
track.
qa INDEX >/. buttons (20)
Press to locate a specific point marked with an index
signal when you play a disc that has index signals.
qs SACD/CD button (16)
Each time you press the button, ”SACD“ or ”CD“
appears in the display. Select the type of CD you want
to play.
qd MULTI/2CH button (16)
Press to select the playback area when the 2 channel +
Multi-channel Super Audio CD (page 15) is loaded.
qf ENTER button (27)
Press to decide the selection.
qg CLEAR button (23)
Press to delete a programed track number.
qh LEVEL ADJ button (27)
Press to adjust the output level balance for the Multi-
channel management function (page 25).
qj CHECK button (23)
Press to check the programed order.
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Compatible Disc Types
You can play the following discs with this player.
Depending on the type of disc to be played, select the
appropriate indicator by pressing SACD/CD or MULTI/
2CH (page 16).
Classification by the layer configuration
Super Audio CD (single layer disc)
This disc consists of a single HD (high density) layer.
When you play this disc, the player is set to the Super
Audio CD playback mode automatically.
Super Audio CD (dual layer disc)
This disc consists of dual HD layers and is capable of
extended play over long periods.
When you play this disc, the player is set to the Super
Audio CD playback mode automatically.
Also, as the dual layer disc consists of dual HD layers on
one side only, it is not necessary to turn the disc over.
Conventional CD
This disc is the standard format.
When you play this disc, the player is set to the
Conventional CD playback mode automatically.
HD (Super Audio CD)
layer
HD (Super Audio CD)
layer
HD (Super Audio CD)
layer
CD layer
Playing Discs
This chapter explains the various
ways to play discs.
Playing Discs
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Super Audio CD + CD (Hybrid disc)
This disc consists of an HD layer and a CD layer. Press
SACD/CD to select the layer you want to listen to. Also,
as the dual layers are on one side, it is not necessary to
turn the disc over. You can play the CD layer using a
conventional CD player.
Selecting the default playback layer (HD or CD)
1 During stop mode, press MENU.
2 Turn . AMS > until “SACD/CD SEL” appears in
the display.
3 Press . AMS >.
The current playback layer appears.
4 Turn . AMS > to select desired playback layer,
then press . AMS >.
Classification by the channel
configuration of the Super Audio CD
2 channel Super Audio CD
This disc consists of the 2 channel playback area.
When you play this disc, the player is set to the 2 channel
playback mode automatically.
Multi-channel Super Audio CD
This disc consists of the multi-channel playback area.
When you play this disc, the player is set to the multi-
channel playback mode automatically.
2 channel playback area
Multi-channel playback
area
2 channel + Multi-channel Super Audio CD
This disc consists of the 2 channel playback area and the
multi-channel playback area.
Press MULTI/2CH to select the playback area you want to
listen to.
Selecting the default playback area
(2 channel or multi-channel)
1 During stop mode, press MENU.
2 Turn . AMS > until “M/2CH SELECT” appears
in the display.
3 Press . AMS >.
The current playback area appears.
4 Turn . AMS > to select desired playback area,
then press . AMS >.
Incompatible Discs
This player cannot play the following discs. If you try to
play them, the error message “TOC Error” or “No Disc”
will appear or there will be no sound.
• CD-ROM
• DVD, etc.
2 channel playback area
Multi-channel playback
area
CD layer
HD (Super Audio CD)
layer
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Playing a Disc
The operations for normal play and the basic operations
during play are explained below.
1 Turn on the amplifier. Turn down the volume level
to the lowest.
2 Select the player position using the input selector
on the amplifier.
3 Press POWER to turn on the player.
4 Press A OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray, and
place a disc on the tray.
5 Press N.
Playback starts from the first track. If you want to start
playing from a specific track, turn . AMS > to
select the track number before pressing N.
6 Adjust the volume on the amplifier.
SACD/CDPOWER
A OPEN/CLOSE
X
x
With the label side up
Basic operations during play
To Press
Stop play x
Pause play X
Resume play after pausing X or N
Locate a succeeding track Turn . AMS > clockwise
Locate the beginning of the Turn . AMS >
current track or a preceding counterclockwise
track
Eject the disc A OPEN/CLOSE
z
If you turn on the player when a disc is already loaded
Playback starts automatically. If you connect a commercially
available timer, you can set it to start playing the disc at any time
you want.
z
To select a layer you want to listen to when playing a hybrid
disc (page 15)
Press SACD/CD repeatedly to light either the “SACD” or “CD.”
z
To select a playback area you want to listen to when playing
a 2 channel + Multi-channel Super Audio CD (page 15)
Press MULTI/2CH repeatedly to light either the “MULTI CH” or
“2 CH.”
Notes
• During playback, increase the volume level gradually starting
from the lowest level. The output from this unit may contain
band width that are out of the normal listening range. This may
cause damage to the speakers or ears.
• When you change the playback area during the Program Play
mode, the program is cleared.
• When you change the playback area, the playback starts from
the beginning of the same track. However, the playback starts
from the first track depending on the disc.
To use the i.LINK function
You can output the sound through i.LINK S200 AUDIO
OUT jack and enjoy the high quality sound. Refer to the
Operating Instructions supplied with the connected
component.
Press i.LINK to turn on the i.LINK indicator.
To turn off the i.LINK function and listen to the analog
sound, press i.LINK again to turn off the i.LINK indicator.
Note
If you press N while the connected component is not ready for
the i.LINK function (ex., while “i.LINK Connecting” appears in
the display of STR-DA9000ES/TA-DA9000ES), the sound at the
beginning of the track may be dropped out.
When the i.LINK indicator lights up
• No signal is output from all the other jacks (ANALOG 2CH
OUT jacks, ANALOG 5.1CH OUT jacks, PHONES jack,
DIGITAL (CD) OUT jacks).
• The “D. FILTER”, “D. OUTPUT”, “2CH SPK MODE”, “MCH
SPK MODE”, “LEVEL ADJUST” and “SPK DISTANCE” menu
operations are not available.
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N
i.LINK
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Using the Display
The display window shows various information about the
disc or track being played. This section describes the
current disc information and information that appears for
each play status.
TIME/TEXT
DISPLAY MODE
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MENU
CD
12345
678910
or
Disc information when a disc is loaded
Depending on the disc that is currently loaded, the
display shows as follows:
2 channel Super Audio CD
Multi-channel Super Audio CD
Conventional CD
or
SACD
2CH
12345
678910
SACD
MULTI 5.1CH
12345
678910
SACD
MULTI 5 CH
12345
678910
SACD
MULTI CH
12345
678910
During playback
of a 5.1 channel
Super Audio CD
During playback
of a 5 channel
Super Audio CD
During
playback of
other Super
Audio CDs or
during stop
mode
Displaying information while the player is
stopped
Press TIME/TEXT.
The display shows the total number of tracks and total
playing time.
Total playing time
Total number of tracks
10 45.28
SACD
MULTI CH
TRACK MIN SEC
12345
678910
TIME/TEXT
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1 1 1.57
SACD
MULTI 5.1CH
TRACK INDEX MIN SEC
12345
678910
1 -1.56
SACD
MULTI 5.1CH
TRACK MIN SEC
12345
678910
-43.32
SACD
MULTI 5.1CH
MIN SEC
12345
678910
[MULTI] 5.1 CH
SACD
MULTI 5.1CH
TRACK
12345
678910
SONYHITS
SACD
MULTI CH
TEXT
DISC
12345
678910
10 45.28
SACD
MULTI CH
TEXT
TRACK MIN SEC
12345
678910
SONY BAND
SACD
ART.
MULTI CH
TEXT
12345
678910
Displaying information while the player is
playing
Press TIME/TEXT.
Each time you press the button, the current track number
and its elapsed time or remaining time appears, or the
total remaining time for the disc appears in the display.
When the player detects a Multi-channel Super Audio
CD, the channel information appears before the default
display appears.
Turning off the information in the display
Z
Each time you press DISPLAY MODE on the remote while
playing a disc, the display turns off and on alternately.
Even when the display is turned off, the display turns on
if you pause or stop play. When you resume play, the
display turns off again.
Before you start playing, when you press DISPLAY
MODE to turn off the display, “Display Off” appears, and
when you press the button to turn on the display,
“Display On” appears.
Playing track number and elapsed playing time of
the current track (default display)
Press TIME/TEXT
Playing track number and remaining time of
the current track
Total remaining time on the disc
Press TIME/TEXT
Press TIME/TEXT
Channel information (appears only when the player
detects a Multi-channel Super Audio CD)
Using the Display
Displaying the information of a TEXT disc
TEXT discs contain information, such as the disc name or
artist name, as well as the audio signals. This player can
display the disc name, artist name, and current track
name as TEXT information.
When the player detects a TEXT disc, “TEXT” appears in
the display. If your TEXT disc has several languages,
“MULTI-TEXT” appears in the display. When you want to
check the information in another language, see
“Displaying the information of a TEXT disc in other
languages” on page 19.
Displaying the information of a TEXT disc
in stop mode
Press TIME/TEXT.
Each time you press the button, the disc name or artist
name appears in the display. When you select the artist
name, “ART.” appears in the display.
• Before you start playing
Disc title
Artist name
Total number of tracks and total playing time
Press TIME/TEXT
Press TIME/TEXT
Press
TIME/
TEXT
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Display information of a TEXT disc while
playing a disc
The current track name appears. If the disc name has
more than 15 characters, the first 14 characters will remain
after the name scrolls by in the display.
When the player detects a Multi-channel Super Audio
CD, the channel information appears before the playing
time of the current track appears.
• While playing a disc
Notes
• The display may not show all the characters, depending on the
disc.
• This player can display only the disc name, artist name, and
track names from TEXT discs. Other information cannot be
displayed.
Remaining time on the current track
Remaining time on the disc
Playing time of the current track
Track title
Press TIME/TEXT
Press TIME/TEXT
Press
TIME/
TEXT
Press TIME/TEXT
Channel information (appears only when the player
detects a Multi-channel Super Audio CD)
Displaying the information of a TEXT disc
in other languages
You can change the displayed language if the TEXT disc
has multi language capacity. When the player detects such
a TEXT disc, “MULTI-TEXT” appears in the display.
Change the language according to the procedures below.
1 Press MENU in stop mode.
2 Turn . AMS > until “LANGUAGE” appears in
the display.
3 Press . AMS >.
The current selected language (English, French,
German, etc.) flashes.
If the player cannot display the language used in a
TEXT disc, “Other lang” appears in the display.
4 Turn . AMS > until the desired language
appears in the display.
5 Press . AMS >.
After a few seconds, the information appears in the
selected language.
HITECHBLUES
SACD
MULTI 5.1CH
TEXT
TRACK
12345
678910
1 -1.57
SACD
MULTI 5.1CH
TEXT
TRACK MIN SEC
12345
678910
-43.32
SACD
MULTI 5.1CH
TEXT
MIN SEC
12345
678910
1 1 1.56
SACD
MULTI 5.1CH
TEXT
TRACK INDEX MIN SEC
12345
678910
[MULTI] 5.1 CH
SACD
MULTI 5.1CH
TEXT
TRACK
12345
678910
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Locating a Particular Point
in a Track
You can locate a particular point in a track during play or
play pause.
Locating a point while monitoring the
sound (Search) Z
Press and hold m/M during play.
You will hear intermittent playback as the disc goes
forward or reverses.
When you reach the desired point, release the button.
Locating a point by observing the time
indication (High-Speed Search) Z
Press and hold m/M during play pause.
You will not hear the playback sound.
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When “Over!!” appears in the display
The disc has reached its end. Press . or m to go back.
Note
Tracks that are only a few seconds long may be too short for
monitoring. In this case, the player may not search correctly.
Locating a point using the index function
(Index Search) Z
Press INDEX. or INDEX> repeatedly in play or
pause mode.
z
What is an INDEX?
Some Super Audio CD or CD are provided with an index
marking system which divides tracks or discs into smaller
segments. This is especially useful when you want to locate a
certain point within a long track (in classical music for example).
The index search function works only when you use a
commercially available indexed discs (usually indicated on the
label).
Locating a Specific Track
During stop or play mode, you can locate any track to be
played.
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To locate
The next or
succeeding tracks
The current or
preceding tracks
A specific track directly
You need to
Turn . AMS > clockwise until
you find the track. When using the
remote, press > repeatedly until you
find the track.
Turn . AMS > counterclockwise
until you find the track. When using the
remote, press . repeatedly until you
find the track.
Turn . AMS > until you find the
track number you want. When using
the remote, press . or >
repeatedly until you find the track.
Locating a track directly by entering the
track number Z
Press the number button(s) to enter the track number.
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To enter a track number over 11 Z
1 Press >10.
2 Enter the corresponding digits.
To enter 0, press 10/0 instead.
Examples:
• To play track number 30, press >10, then 3 and 10/0.
• To play track number 100, press >10 twice, then 1, and 10/0
twice.
Note
The default display reappears if you press >10 twice when the
number of total tracks is less than 100.
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Number
buttons
./>
>10
./>
m/M
INDEX
>/.
H
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Locating a point by setting the start time
(Time Search)
1 Press ./> (or turn . AMS >) to select the
desired track in stop mode.
2 Press and hold m/M to set the time to start play
while looking at the display.
You can set the time from the beginning of the desired
a track when you press M at first, and set the time
from the end of the desired track backward’s when
you press m at first.
2 Press H.
Play will start at the time search.
5 2.57
SACD
MULTI 5.1CH
TRACK MIN SEC
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The player repeats
All the tracks in sequence
All the tracks in random order
All the tracks in the program in
sequence
Playing Tracks Repeatedly
Z
You can play an entire disc or portions thereof repeatedly.
This function can be used with Shuffle Play to repeat all
the tracks in random order (page 22), or with Program
Play to repeat all the tracks in a program (page 23). You
can also repeat a specific track or portion within a track.
Note
If you turn off the player or disconnect the mains lead, the player
will store the last setting of repeat play (“Repeat All” or “Repeat
1”) and recall it the next time you turn on the player. However,
the setting of the Repeat A-B Play will be cancelled if you turn off
the player or disconnect the mains lead.
Repeating all the tracks on the disc
(Repeat All Play)
Press REPEAT once, then press H.
“Repeat” appears in the display and Repeat All Play
starts.
The repeat play changes depending on the play mode you
select.
When the play mode is
Normal play (page 16)
Shuffle Play (page 22)
Program Play (page 23)
To cancel Repeat All Play
Press REPEAT repeatedly until “REPEAT” goes off.
H
AyB
x
REPEAT
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Repeating the current track
(Repeat 1 Play)
While the track you want to repeat is being played,
press REPEAT repeatedly until “REPEAT 1” appears in
the display.
Repeat 1 Play starts.
To cancel Repeat 1 Play
Press REPEAT repeatedly until “REPEAT 1” goes off.
Repeating a specific portion within a
track (Repeat A-B Play)
You can specify one portion within a track to be played
repeatedly. Note that the portion that you specify must be
within the boundaries of a single track.
1 While the player is playing, press AyB at the
starting point (point A) of the portion to be played
repeatedly.
“REPEAT” appears and “A” flashes in the display.
2 Continue playing the track (or press M) to locate
the ending point (point B), then press AyB.
“REPEAT A-B” appears and Repeat A-B Play starts.
To cancel Repeat A-B Play
Press REPEAT.
z
You can set a new starting point and ending point during
Repeat A-B Play
You can change the current ending point to a new starting point,
then specify a new ending point to repeat another portion right
after the current portion.
1 During Repeat A-B Play, press AyB.
The current ending point changes to the new starting point
(point A).
“REPEAT” lights up and “A” flashes in the display.
2 Locate the new ending point (point B) and press AyB.
“REPEAT A-B” lights up and the player starts to repeat the
newly specified portion.
When you want to restart from the starting point A, press H
during AyB repeat.
Playing Tracks Repeatedly Z
Playing Tracks in Random
Order (Shuffle Play) Z
When you select Shuffle Play, the player plays all the
tracks on the disc in random order.
1 Press SHUFFLE in stop mode.
2 Press H.
Shuffle Play starts.
“;” appears while the player is “shuffling” the tracks.
The player will stop after playing all the tracks once.
To resume normal play
Press CONTINUE.
z
You can locate tracks during Shuffle Play
Press ./>.
Press > to locate the next track or press . to locate the
beginning of the current track. The player does not go back to
tracks which have already been played.
Note
When you change the playback area (2 channel/multi channel) or
layer (CD/HD) of the Super Audio CD (page 15), Shuffle Play
setting is cleared.
H
CONTINUE
SHUFFLE
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Creating Your Own
Program (Program Play) Z
You can pick out the tracks that you like and specify the
playback order in a program containing up to 32 tracks
(or 999 min. 59 sec. in total program time)
1 Press PROGRAM in stop mode.
“Program” appears in the display.
2 Press the number buttons to enter the track
number.
If you entered the wrong track number
Press CLEAR to erase the track number and reenter
the correct track number using the number buttons.
To select a track number over 11
Press >10 (page 20).
3 Repeat step 2 to enter other tracks.
Each time you enter a track number, the total
program time appears in the display.
4 Press H.
Program Play starts.
To resume normal play
Press CONTINUE.
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The program remains even after Program Play ends
Press H to play from the beginning of the program again.
The program remains even if you stop play.
Note
If you turn off the player, disconnect the mains lead, press
A OPEN/CLOSE, or change the playback area (2 channel/
mulch channel) or layer (CD/HD) of the Super Audio CD (page
15), the program will be erased.
Checking the contents of the program
Before you start playing or while the player is playing,
press CHECK.
Each time you press the button, the track numbers will
appear in the display in the programed order.
When you press CHECK while the player is playing, the
track number appears from the next track numbers of the
current playing track number.
Changing the contents of the program
You can change the contents of the program in stop mode.
To
Erase a track
Erase from the last
track in the program
Add a track to the
end of the program
Erase all tracks
Do the following:
1 Press CHECK repeatedly until the track
number you want to erase appears.
2 Press CLEAR.
Press CLEAR.
Each time you press the button, the last
track of the program is erased.
Press ./> to select the track you want
to add, then press PROGRAM. When using
the remote, press the number button of the
track to be added.
Hold down CLEAR or x (for about 2
seconds) until ”Prog CLEAR“ appears in
the display.
CLEAR
CONTINUE
Number
buttons
H
>10
PROGRAM
CHECK
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Listening to a CD Using a
Filter (Digital Filter Function)
This player is equipped with a digital filter that eliminates
noise generated during sampling. By selecting type of
filters, you can adjust the sound quality.
You can select “STANDARD” or “OPTION.” (The default
setting is “STANDARD.”)
When the i.LINK indicator is lit
This function is not available.
1 Press MENU.
2 Turn . AMS > until “D. FILTER” appears in the
display.
3 Press . AMS >.
4 Turn . AMS > until desired filter name
(“STANDARD” or “OPTION”) appears in the display.
5 Press . AMS >.
When you select “OPTION,” “FILTER” appears in the
display.
Characteristics of each digital filter
STANDARD
Provides a wide frequency range and spatial feeling.
OPTION
Provides smooth and powerful sound with clear image
position.
Notes
• Digital filters are effective only when you play a conventional
CD. You cannot select the digital filter when you play a Super
Audio CD.
• According to the disc or connected equipment, there may be no
noticeable effect after switching the filter.
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MENU
Setting the DIGITAL OUT on/
off
You can set the digital out mode to on (the digital signals
can be output) or off (the digital signals cannot be output).
When you use the DIGITAL (CD) OUT COAXIAL or
DIGITAL (CD) OUT OPTICAL connecter, set the digital
mode to on (“D.OUT ON”). (The default setting is
”D.OUT ON.”)
When the i.LINK indicator is lit
This function is not available.
1 Press MENU.
2 Tur n . AMS > until “D. OUTPUT” appears in
the display.
3 Press . AMS >.
4 Tur n . AMS > until desired digital mode
(“D.OUT ON” or “D.OUT OFF”) appears in the
display.
5 Press . AMS >.
Note
When you play a Super Audio CD, this function does not work
and no signal is output from the DIGITAL (CD) OUT connectors.
MENU
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MENU
ENTER
LEVEL ADJ
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Listening to a Multi-
channel Super Audio CD
(Multi-channel management function)
This player is equipped with a Multi-channel
management function that sets the playback mode of the
Super Audio CD by the DSD-DSP (built into the player)
according to the layout or size of your speaker.
When the i.LINK indicator is lit
This function is not available.
Example of the speaker layout
Surround speakers
Center speaker
L
Sub woofer
Front speakers
L
R
R
Selecting 2 channel playback mode
1 Press MENU.
2 Tur n . AMS > until “2CH SPK MODE” appears
in the display.
3 Press . AMS >.
The playback mode appears in the display.
Playback
mode
2CH Direct
2CH + SW
4 Tur n . AMS > until desired mode appears in
the display.
5 Press . AMS >.
Note
You cannot operate this function when the player is in the CD or
Multi-channel playback mode. Operate this function when the
player is in the 2 channel Super Audio CD playback mode, the
disc tray is opened, or no discs are in the player.
Selecting Multi-channel playback mode
1 Press MENU.
2 Tur n . AMS > until “MCH SPK MODE”
appears in the display.
3 Press . AMS >.
The playback mode appears in the display.
Playback
mode
MCH Direct
5 – Large + SW
5 – Large
5 – Small + SW
FRT – Large +SW
FRT – Large
No – CNTR + SW
No – CNTR
Front speakers
a
Sub woofer
a
Front
speakers
Large
Large
Small
Large
Large
Large
Large
Center
speaker
Large
Large
Small
Small
Small
––
––
Surround
speakers
Large
Large
Small
Small
Small
Large
Large
Sub
woofer
a
––
a
a
––
a
––
Each signal outputs directly from each
speaker.
Each signal outputs directly from front
speakers. No signal outputs from the Sub
woofer.
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To set the Multi-channel management:
1 Select the appropriate preset playback mode (2 channel
playback or Multi-channel playback).
2 Adjust the output level balance of each speaker (only
when you select the Multi-channel playback mode).
Notes
• This features only work when you play a Super Audio CD.
• You may not be able to adjust the output level balance
depending on the speaker layout mode that you selected.
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About “Large” or “Small” speaker
A “Large” speaker is a speaker that can reproduce bass
frequencies plentifully. If you select “Small” for the
surround speakers, the bass frequencies will come
from the front speakers and/or sub woofer.
For normal use, select “MCH Direct” or set all the
speakers to “Large” (ex. “5 – Large + SW,” “5 – Large,”
etc.). If the sound is noisy or the Multi-channel
playback is not effective while playing a Multi-channel
Super Audio CD, change the settings of the speakers
concerned to “Small.”
4 Turn . AMS > until desired mode appears in
the display.
5 Press . AMS >.
To return to the normal display, press MENU.
Notes
• The Multi-channel management function does not work when
you select “MCH Direct” (you cannot set the output level
balance of each speaker).
• The front speaker setting is set to “Large” automatically when
you set the Sub woofer to “––.”
• When you play a track that does not contain the LFE* signal,
the signal for the Sub woofer does not output. Therefore, when
you select “MCH Direct,” “5 – Large + SW,” or “No – CNTR +
SW,” no signal outputs from the Sub woofer. However, when
you select “5 – Small + SW” or “FRT – Large +SW” (when you
set the speaker setting to “Small”), the bass frequencies will
come from the sub woofer.
* Low Frequency Enhancement (described as “.1 CH”)
Adjusting the output level balance of
each speaker
You can adjust following items with the Multi-channel
management function:
CNTR BALANCE
The relative output level balance between the front
speakers (FRONT L/R) and the center speaker (CENTER)
SURR BALANCE
The relative output level balance between the front
speakers (FRONT L/R) and the surround speakers (SURR
L/R)
SW BALANCE
The relative output level balance between the front
speakers (FRONT L/R) and the sub woofer (SUB
WOOFER)
Note
Some adjustment may not work depending on the Multi-channel
playback mode that you selected.
Adjusting the output level balance on the front
panel of the player
You can adjust the output level balance of each speaker
while listening during playback. You can also adjust while
listening to the test tone during stop mode.
1 Press MENU.
2 Tur n . AMS > until “LEVEL ADJUST” appears
in the display.
3 Press . AMS >.
During playback, go to Step 6.
4 Tur n . AMS > until “TONE ON” appears in the
display.
5 Press . AMS >.
The test tone issues from the speakers in sequence
with the speaker type appearing in the display.
6 Tur n . AMS > until the desired item appears
in the display.
Select the item from “CNTR BALANCE,” “SURR
BALANCE,” or “SW BALANCE.”
Note
When you set the Sub woofer to “––” in the Multi-channel
playback mode (page 25), “SW BALANCE” does not appear.
Similarly, “CNTR BALANCE” or “SURR BALANCE” does
not appear when you set the corresponding speaker to “––.”
Listening to the Multi-channel Super Audio CD
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5 Press ENTER.
The balance adjustment display appears.
In stop mode, the test tone is output from the selected
speaker.
Example: When you select “SURR BALANCE”
during stop mode, the test tone is output
from the front speakers and surround
speakers.
6 Press ./> repeatedly to adjust the output
level.
7 Press ENTER.
The player status returns to Step 4.
Repeat Step 4 through 7 for more adjustments.
8 Press LEVEL ADJ after you finish adjusting.
The display returns to the normal display.
Note
If you select a playback mode other than “2CH Direct” or “MCH
Direct” using the Multi-channel management function, the sound
distribution to the speakers will change, possibly causing a
decrease in overall sound volume. If this occurs, adjust the
volume with the volume control on the connected amplifier.
7 Press . AMS >.
The balance adjustment display appears.
In stop mode, the test tone is output from the selected
speaker.
Example: When you select “SURR BALANCE”
during stop mode, the test tone is output
from the front speakers and surround
speakers.
8 Turn . AMS > to adjust the output level.
9 Press . AMS >.
The player status returns to Step 6.
Repeat Step 6 through 9 for more adjustments.
10
Press MENU after you finish adjusting.
The display returns to the normal display.
Adjusting the output level from the remote Z
You can adjust the output level of each speaker from the
listening position by using the supplied remote.
1 Press LEVEL ADJ during playback or stop mode.
During playback, go to Step 4.
2 Press ./> repeatedly until “TONE ON”
appears in the display.
3 Press ENTER.
The test tone issues from the speakers in sequence
with the speaker type appearing in the display.
4 Press ./> repeatedly until the desired item
appears in the display.
Select the item from “CNTR BALANCE,” “SURR
BALANCE,” or “SW BALANCE.”
Note
When you set the Sub woofer to “––” in the Multi-channel
playback mode (page 25), “SW BALANCE” does not appear.
Similarly, “CNTR BALANCE” or “SURR BALANCE” does
not appear when you set the corresponding speaker to “––.”
FRT:_____:SURR
SACD
MULTI CH
DISC
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678910
FRT:_____:SURR
SACD
MULTI CH
DISC
12345
678910
FRT:_____:SURR
SACD
MULTI CH
DISC
12345
678910
FRT:_____:SURR
SACD
MULTI CH
DISC
12345
678910
Playing Discs
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Adjusting the speaker distance
You can adjust the speaker distance when the connected
amplifier does not have the setting menu for speaker
distance. If the amplifier has this function, we recommend
that you set the speaker distance on the amplifier. This
setting is available only for the Multi-Channel Super
Audio CD.
Note
When you set the speaker distance on this player and the
amplifier, both of the setting may work and you may not be able
to get the proper result.
FRT DIST.
The distance from your listening position to the front
speakers
You can adjust from 1.0 meter to 7.0 meters (3 to 23 feet) in
0.1 meter (1 foot) steps.
If both front speakers are not placed an equal distance
from your listening position, set the distance to the closest
speaker.
SURR DIST.
The distance from your listening position to the surround
speakers
You can adjust from 1.0 meter to 7.0 meters (3 to 23 feet) in
0.1 meter (1 foot) steps.
If both front speakers are not placed an equal distance
from your listening position, set the distance to the closest
speaker.
CNTR DIST.
The distance from your listening position to the center
speaker
You can adjust from 1.0 meter to 7.0 meters (3 to 23 feet) in
0.1 meter (1 foot) steps.
SUBW DIST.
The distance from your listening position to the sub
woofer
You can adjust from 1.0 meter to 7.0 meters (3 to 23 feet) in
0.1 meter (1 foot) steps.
DIST. UNIT
The unit of measure for setting distances (meter or feet)
The initial setting is “feet” for the North American model
and “meter” for the European model.
Note
Speaker distance cannot be adjusted in the following cases.
– When the player is reading the disc information of CD (or the
CD area of Super Audio CD)
– When the player is reading the 2 channel area of Super Audio
CD
– When the i.LINK indicator is lit
1 Press MENU.
2 Tur n . AMS > until “SPK DISTANCE” appears
in the display.
3 Press . AMS >.
4 Tur n . AMS > until the desired item appears
in the display.
Select the item from “FRT DIST.,” “SURR DIST.,”
“CNTR DIST.,”or “SUBW DIST.”
Note
When you set the Sub woofer to “––” in the Multi-channel
playback mode (page 25), “SUBW DIST” cannot be adjusted
(“Not In Use” appears). Similarly, “CNTR DIST.”cannot be
adjusted (“Not In Use” appears) when you set the
corresponding speaker to “––.”
5 Press . AMS >.
The speaker distance adjustment display appears.
Example: When you select “SURR DIST” (with “DIST.
UNIT” set to “meter”).
6 Tur n . AMS > to adjust the speaker distance.
7 Press . AMS >.
The player status returns to Step 4.
Repeat Step 4 through 7 for more adjustments.
8 Press MENU after you finish adjusting.
The display returns to the normal display.
Selecting the distance unit
In Step 4 above, select “DIST. UNIT”.
Turn . AMS > to select “meter” or “feet”, then press
. AMS >.
Setting speaker distances back to the default
Set all speaker distances to 3 meters (10 feet).
SACD
MULTI CH
DISC
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678910
SURR 3.0meter
SACD
MULTI CH
DISC
12345
678910
SURR 2.5meter
Listening to the Multi-channel Super Audio CD
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Additional Information
Additional
Information
This chapter provides additional
information that will help you
understand and maintain your Super
Audio CD player.
Precautions
On safety
• Caution — The use of optical instruments with this product
will increase eye hazard.
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug
the player and have it checked by qualified personnel before
operating it any further.
• AC power cord must be changed only at the qualified service
shop.
• The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source
(mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the
unit itself has been turned off.
On power sources
• Before operating the player, check that the operating voltage of
the player is identical with your local power supply. The
operating voltage is indicated on the nameplate at the rear of
the player.
• The player is not disconnected from the mains as long as it is
attached to the mains, even if the player itself has been turned
off.
• If you are not going to use the player for a long time, be sure to
disconnect the player from the mains. To disconnect the mains
lead, grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord.
On placement
• Place the player in a location with adequate ventilation to
prevent heat build-up in the player.
• Do not place the player on a soft surface such as a rug that
might block the ventilation holes on the bottom.
• Do not place the player in a location near heat sources, or in a
place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical
shock.
On operation
• If the player is brought directly from a cold to a warm location,
or is placed in a very damp room, moisture may condense on
the lenses inside the player. Should this occur, the player may
not operate properly. In this case, remove the disc and leave
the player turned on for about an hour until the moisture
evaporates.
• During power on, some noise may be heard while the disc is
being loaded into the Super Audio CD player. This is not a
malfunction.
On adjusting the volume
• Do not turn up the volume too much while listening to a
portion with very low level inputs or no audio signals. If you
do, the speakers may be damaged when a peak level portion is
played.
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Additional Information
Notes on Discs
On handling discs
• To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its edge. Do not
touch the surface.
• Do not stick paper or tape on the disc.
• Use only round-shaped discs. If you use a special shaped disc
(e.g., star-shaped, heart-shaped, or square-shaped, etc.), the
player may be damaged.
• Do not use a disc with a seal attached on such as on a used disc
or rental disc.
On keeping discs
• Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat sources such
as hot air ducts.
• After playing, store the disc in its case. If you put it on top of
another disc without the case , the disc may be damaged.
On placing discs on the disc tray
• Make sure the disc is positioned securely on the tray.
If not, the player or the disc may be damaged.
On cleaning
• If the disc is dirty with fingerprints or dust, it may lessen the
quality of the audio out.
• Before playing, clean the disc with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the
disc from the centre out.
• Clean the disc with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water,
and remove moisture with a dry cloth.
• Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, record cleaners,
or anti-static spray.
Notes on CD-R/CD-RW playback
• Discs recorded on CD-R/CD-RW drives may not be played
back because of scratches, dirt, recording condition, or the
drive’s characteristics. Besides, the discs, which are not yet
finalized at the end of recording, cannot be played back.
Music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies
This product is designed to playback discs that conform to the
Compact Disc (CD) standard.
Recently, various music discs encoded with copyright protection
technologies are marketed by some record companies. Please be
aware that among those discs, there are some that do not
conform to the CD standard and may not be playable by this
product.
On inserting a disc
• You may hear a transmission or a mechanical sound from the
player. This indicates that the player is automatically adjusting
its internal mechanisms according to the inserted disc.
You may also hear the mechanical sound from the player when
you insert a warped disc.
On cleaning
• Clean the cabinet, panel, and controls with a soft cloth slightly
moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type
of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent such as alcohol or
benzine.
On transportation
• Be sure to remove the disc on the tray.
• Be sure to close the disc tray.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your
player, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Precautions
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Additional Information
If you experience any of the following difficulties while
using the player, use this troubleshooting guide to help
you remedy the problem. Should any problem persist,
consult your nearest Sony dealer.
There is no sound from the i.LINK S200 AUDIO
OUT jack.
Is the i.LINK component selected by the input selector
on the connected amplifier?
, Make sure the i.LINK component is selected by the
input selector on the connected amplifier. Refer
to the Operating Instructions supplied with the
amplifier.
Is the i.LINK function turned on?
, See page 16. Press i.LINK to output signals from
the i.LINK S200 AUDIO OUT jack. When the
i.LINK function is on, i.LINK indicator lights up.
Is the i.LINK cord connected correctly?
, Check the connection and connect the cord firmly.
Is the correct i.LINK cord used?
, Make sure you use the i.LINK cord compatible
with i.LINK S200 (less than 3.5 meters).
Is the connection to the i.LINK component verified?
, See page 7. Refer to the Operating Instructions
supplied with the component.
Are several i.LINK components connected?
, There may be no sound when several i.LINK
components are connected.
There is no sound when beginning the playback.
, According to the copy protection technology, no
sound is output while components are establishing
LINC.
There is no sound from the ANALOG OUT jacks.
Is the i.LINK function turned on?
, When the i.LINK function is on, no sound is
output from the ANALOG OUT jacks. Press
i.LINK to turn off the i.LINK indicator.
Is the input selector on the amplifier correctly set?
, Set the input selector on the amplifier correctly to
output the sound from this player.
, Make sure this player is connected to the correct
input jacks on the amplifier.
Is the connecting cord connected correctly?
, Check the connection and connect the cord firmly.
There is no sound from the DIGITAL (CD) OUT
connectors.
Is the i.LINK function turned on?
, When the i.LINK function is on, no sound is
output from the DIGITAL (CD) OUT jacks. Press
i.LINK to turn off the i.LINK indicator.
Is a Super Audio CD played back?
, The audio signals of the Super Audio CD cannot
be output from the DIGITAL (CD) OUT
connectors.
Is “D. OUTPUT” in the menu set to “Off”?
, Set “D. OUTPUT” to “On” (see page 24).
There is no sound from the SUB WOOFER jack.
, Select the playback mode so that the Sub woofer is
set to “a” (see page 25).
, When you play a track that does not contain the
LFE signal, the signal outputs from the SUB
WOOFER jack only when you select “5 – Small +
SW” or “FRT – Large + SW” for the Multi-channel
playback mode (see page 24).
There is no sound from the headphones.
Is the i.LINK function turned on?
, When the i.LINK function is on, no sound is
output from the PHONES jack. Use the
headphones output on your amplifier.
The disc does not play.
Is a correct disc inserted?
, Make sure there is a disc inside the player.
, Make sure the disc is not placed upside down on
the tray. Place the disc on the disc tray with the
label side up.
, If the disc is placed at an angle, reload the disc.
, If the disc is dirty, clean the disc (see page 30).
, Make sure the disc is compatible with this player
(see page 15).
Moisture has condensed inside the player.
, Remove the disc and leave the player turned on for
about an hour.
The remote does not function.
Are there any obstacles in the path of the remote and
the player?
, Use the remote from the location you can see this
player.
The remote is not pointed at the remote sensor on the
player.
,
Point the remote at the remote sensor on the player.
Are the batteries in the remote weak?
, Replace with new batteries.
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Additional Information
When a super audio CD is played
Playing frequency range 2 Hz to 100 kHz
Frequency response 2 Hz to 50 kHz (–3 dB)
Dynamic range 108 dB or more
Total harmonic distortion rate
0.0012 % or less
Wow and flutter Value of measurable limit (±0.001 %
W. PEAK) or less
When a CD is played
Frequency response 2 Hz to 20 kHz
Dynamic range 100 dB or more
Total harmonic distortion rate
0.0017 % or less
Wow and flutter Value of measurable limit (±0.001 %
W. PEAK) or less
Output connector
*Output only the audio signals of the CD
i.LINK section
Pin 4 pins
Transmission speed S200
(Maximum data transmission speed
200 Mbps)
Transmission protocol A/M transmission protocol
Format (output) Super Audio CD* (DSD PLAIN)
2 channel linear PCM (IEC 60958-3)
Sampling frequency: 44.1 kHz
* Conforms to the copy protection technology of DTLA (Revision
1.2).
ANALOG OUT
DIGITAL (CD)
OUT
OPTICAL*
DIGITAL (CD)
OUT
COAXIAL*
PHONES
Jack type
Phono
jacks
Square
optical
output
connector
Coaxial
output
connector
Stereo
phone jack
Output level
2 Vrms
(at 50 kilohms)
–18 dBm
0.5 Vp-p
10 mW
Load impedance
Over 10 kilohms
Light emitting
wave length:
660 nm
75 ohms
32 ohms
( )
Specifications
The following table explains the various messages that
appear in the display.
Message Error code(s) Cause and/or remedy
TOC ERROR — An incompatible disc is inserted.
BUS FULL C78:15 The signal bus within the i.LINK
configuration is full and no more
signals can be output from the
player. Cancel the LINC between
the component and this player.
Display Messages
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Additional Information
General
Laser Semiconductor laser
(SACD: λ = 650 nm)
(CD: λ = 780 nm)
Emission duration: continuous
Laser radiant power: 5.47 uW at 650 nm
*These output is the value measured at a distance of about
200mm from the objective lens surface on the optical pick-up.
Power requirements 120 V AC, 60 Hz
Power consumption 32 W
Dimensions (w/h/d) 430 × 130 × 380 mm
(17 × 5 1/8 × 15 in.)
incl. projecting parts
Mass (approx.) 16 kg (35 lbs 5 oz.)
Supplied accessories
See page 4.
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Additional Information
Index
A
Accessories 4
Amplifier (not supplied) 5
AMS (Automatic Music Sensor) 20
ANALOG OUT
2CH 6
5.1CH 5
Area 15
B
Batteries 4
C
Cable
Coaxial digital 8
Optical digital 8
Cord
Audio connecting 5
i.LINK connecting 7
D, E, F, G
DIGITAL (CD) OUT 8
Digital filter 24
Displaying information 17
H
Hooking Up
Audio Components 5
Power 7
I, J, K
i.LINK 7, 16
L
Layer 14
Locating
a specific track 20
a particular point 20
by entering the track number 20
by observing the time indication (High-speed Search)
20
using the index function (Index Search) 20
while monitoring the sound (Search) 20
M, N
Multi-channel management function 25
Multi-channel Super Audio CD 15
O
Output level balance 26
P, Q
Pause play 16
Place a disc 16
Playback mode
2 channel 25
Multi-channel 25
Playing
a disc 16
by entering the track number 20
Multi-channel Super Audio CD 25
repeatedly 21
track in random order 22
Plug adapter 9
Program Play
Checking the contents of the program 23
Changing the contents of the program 23
how to create your own program 23
R
Remote commander (remote) 13
Repeat
A-B Play 22
All Play 21
1 Play 22
S
Search
High-speed search 20
Index search 20
Time Search 21
Shuffle Play 22
Speaker distance 28
Super Audio CD 14
T, U, V, W, X, Y, Z
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