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When using the connecting cordIf the sound is distorted, connect the device to the i jack.
About the G-PROTECTION and SOUND
functions when using the connecting
cord
-To record high quality CD sound, set the
G-PROTECTION switch to OFF.
-The SOUND function works only on the output sound
from the i jack and not work on the output sound from
the LINE OUT jack.
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 power sources-When you are not using the CD player for a long time,
disconnect all power sources from the CD player.
On AC power adaptor-Use only the AC power adaptor supplied. If your CD
player is not supplied with the one, use the AC-E45HG
AC power adaptor. Do not use any other AC power
adaptor. It may cause a malfunction.
Polarity of the plug
-Do not touch the AC power adaptor with wet hands.
-Connect the AC power adaptor to an easily accessible
AC outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in the AC
power adaptor, disconnect it from the AC outlet
immediately.
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.
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 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 damageAvoid 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 othersKeep the volume at a moderate level. This will allow you
to hear outside sounds and to be considerate to the people
around you.
Maintenance
To clean the casingUse a soft cloth slightly moistened in water or a mild
detergent solution. Do not use alcohol, benzine or thinner.
To clean the plugsIf the plugs become dirty, there is no audio or noise is
heard. Clean them with a dry soft cloth periodically.
Troubleshooting
Should any problem persist after you have made these
checks, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
CHARGE lamp flashes on the CD player
when you press a button, and the CD
does not play.
cThe buttons are locked. Slide HOLD back.
The CD player does not start charging.cDuring stop, press CHARGE/x.
cYou press x on the remote control. Press CHARGE/x
on the CD player.
cThe radio is turned on.
You cannot preset stations automati-
cally.
cPreset stations manually.
The volume does not increase even if
you press VOL + repeatedly.
cSet AVLS to NORM.
The battery compartment lid is
dettached by an accidental drop,
excessive force, etc.
cAttach it as illustrated below.
Specifications
CD player
System
Compact disc digital audio system
Laser diode propertiesMaterial: 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.)
Radio
Frequency range
10 kHz step:TV: 2 - 13 ch
WB (weather band): 1 - 7 ch
FM: 87.5 - 108.0 MHz
AM: 530 - 1 710 kHz
9 kHz step:
TV: 2 - 13 ch
WB (weather band): 1 - 7 ch
FM: 87.5 - 108.0 MHz
AM: 531 - 1 710 kHz
AntennaTV/WB/FM: Headphones/earphones cord antenna
AM: Ferrite bar antenna built in the remote control
General
Power requirements
For the area code of the model you purchased, check the
upper left side of the bar code on the package.
-Two Sony NH-7WMAA rechargeable batteries: 1.2 V
DC × 2
-Sony NH-WM2AA rechargeable batteries: 1.2 V DC ×
2
-Two LR6 (size AA) batteries: 1.5 V DC × 2
-AC power adaptor (DC IN 4.5 V jack):
U, U2, CA, CA2, E92, MX2, TW2 and CA2/C models:
120 V, 60 Hz
CED, CED/4, CE7, CE7/C, EE, EE1, E, E13 and E13/2
models: 220 - 230 V, 50/60 Hz
CEK model: 230 V, 50 Hz
AU2 model: 240 V, 50 Hz
EU8, EU8/C, JE.W, E18, KR4 and EE8 models:
100 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz
HK4 model: 230 V, 50 Hz
CNA model: 220 V, 50 Hz
Dimensions (w/h/d) (without projecting
parts and controls)
Approx. 136.0 × 19.6 × 136.0 mm (5 3-8
× 25-32 × 5 3-8 in.)
Mass (excluding accessories)Approx. 158 g (5.6 oz)
Operating temperature5°C - 35°C (41°F - 95°F)
Design and specifications are subject to change without
notice.
Supplied Accessories
AC power adaptor (1)
Headphones/earphones (1)
Remote control with built-in tuner (1)
Rechargeable batteries (2)
Battery carrying case (1)
Carrying pouch (1)
F
Stereo system,
cassette recorder,
radio cassette
recorder, etc.
Connecting cord
Left (white)
Right (red)
LINE OUT
Presetting radio stations
You can preset up to 51 stations: 30 for FM, 10 for AM, 7
for TV, and 4 for WB.
Presetting stations manually
1
Press RADIO ON/OFF to turn on the radio.
2 Press the jog lever to select a radio band.
3 Flick the jog lever toward TUNE + or TUNE - to tune
in to the station you want.
4 Hold down the jog lever for 2 seconds or more until
PRESET appears in the display.
The preset number and M flash in the display.
From this step on, start the next operation within 15
seconds after you finished the previous operation. If
15 seconds pass with nothing done, PRESET and
the preset number disappear which shows that the CD
player has exited the presetting mode. If this happens,
start again from step 4.
5 Flick toward TUNE + or TUNE - repeatedly to select
the preset number you want to use to store the station.
6 Press the jog lever.
When the station is preset successfully, a beep sounds
and PRESET and the preset number disappear from
the display. If there is a station already stored using
that number, the new station replaces the old one.
Presetting stations automatically
1
Press RADIO ON/OFF to turn on the radio.
2 Press the jog lever to select a radio band.
3 Hold down DISPLAY until A Preset appears in the
display.
4 Press the jog lever.
The CD player starts scanning the stations from the
lower frequencies and stops when a station is
received.
While scanning, A flashes in the display.
When all the receivable stations are preset, a beep
sounds and A stops flashing,
To stop scanningPress RADIO ON/OFF or press x on the remote control.
The radio is turned off at that time.
Playing preset radio
stations
1 Press RADIO ON/OFF to turn on the radio.
2 Press the jog lever of the remote control to select a
radio band.
3 Press P MODE/ to switch your CD player to the
presetting mode.
4 Flick the jog lever toward TUNE + or TUNE - to tune
in to the stored station you want to listen to.
If you press P MODE/
again, PRESET
disappears from the display and you can tune in to a
station manually.
Changing the tuning
interval
When using the CD player abroad, change the AM tuning
interval, if necessary.
1 Press RADIO ON/OFF to turn on the radio.
2 Hold down DISPLAY until A Preset appears in the
display.
3 Flick the jog lever toward TUNE + or TUNE -
repeatedly until Step appears in the display.
4 Press the jog lever.
Step 9k or Step 10k appears in the display.
5 Flick the jog lever toward TUNE + or TUNE - to
select the tuning interval.
9 kHz area: Asia and Europe
10 kHz area: the U.S.A., Canada and South America
NoteAfter changing the tuning interval, you need to preset radio
stations again.
Connecting a stereo system
(F)
You can listen to CDs through a stereo system and record
CDs on a cassette tape. For details, see the instruction
manual that comes with the connected device.
Be sure to turn off all connected devices before making
connections.
Notes-Before you play a CD, turn down the volume of the
connected device to avoid damaging the connected
speakers.
-Use the AC power adaptor for recording. If you use the
rechargeable batteries or dry batteries as a power source,
batteries may become completely depleted during
recording.
-Adjust the volume properly on the connected device so
that the sound will not be distorted.
-When the CD player is connected to a stereo system,
you cannot listen to the radio.
Using the radio
Using the remote control, you can enjoy TV, WB
(Weather band), FM and AM programs by presetting the
stations or by tuning in to the stations manually.
You can preset automatically scanned stations or select
your favorite stations manually.
Listening to the radio
1 Press RADIO ON/OFF to turn on the radio.
If PRESET is displayed, press P MODE/
to
make it disappear from the display.
2 Press the jog lever of the remote control until the
radio band you want appears.
Each time you press the button, the display on the
remote control changes as follows:
t FM t AM t TV t WB
3 Flick the jog lever of the remote control toward
TUNE + or TUNE - to tune in the station you want
and adjust the volume.
To turn off the radioPress RADIO ON/OFF again.
To tune in to a station quicklyFlick and hold the jog lever toward TUNE + or TUNE -
in step 3 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.
To improve broadcast receptionFor TV/WB/FM, extend the headphones or earphones
cord.
Headphones or earphones
For AM, reorient the remote control itself.
NoteThere is a DC-DC converter attached to the headphones/
earphones cord.
When listening to an AM program, keep the remote
control away from the DC-DC converter, otherwise, noise may
be heard.
If it is hard to hear an FM broadcastPress SOUND repeatedly until Local appears in the
display.
Under the normal conditions, press SOUND repeatedly
until DX appears in the display.
This warranty is valid only in the United States.
