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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 dont 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.
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 validity of the CE marking is restricted
to only those countries where it is legally
enforced, mainly in the countries EEA
(European Economic Area).
ATRAC3plus and ATRAC3 are trademarks
of Sony Corporation.
Owners Record
The model number and the serial number are
located at the rear of the CD player. 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-NS921F
Serial No. ____________________________________
For the customers in the USAThis 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.
Product registration
For the customers in the USAPlease register this product on line at www.sony.com/
walkmanreg
Proper registration will enable us to send you periodic
mailings about software upgrades, new products, services
and other important announcements. Thank you.
If you have any questions about this product,
contact:
www.sony.com/walkmansupport
Sony Network Portable Audio Support Line
1-(866)-456-7669
Sony Customer Information Services Center
12451 Gateway Blvd., Ft. Myers, FL 33913
Declaration of ConformityTrade Name: SONY
Model No.: D-NS921F
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.
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Table of Contents
Enjoy your ATRAC CD
Walkman!
Create original ATRAC CDs! ...................... 4
Music sources playable on this CD player .. 6
ATRAC3plus and ATRAC3 ......................... 6
MP3 files ..................................................... 6
Difference between ATRAC3plus/
ATRAC3 and MP3 .................................. 8
Getting started
Locating the controls ................................... 9
Checking the supplied accessories ............ 11
Playing an audio CD or
ATRAC3plus/ATRAC3/MP3 files
1.Connect your CD player. ....................... 12
2.Insert a CD. ........................................... 12
3.Play a CD. ............................................. 13
Playback options
Playing tracks in random order
(Shuffle play) ......................................... 19
Playing all files in a selected group in
random order (Group shuffle play)
(ATRAC/MP3 CD only) ........................ 19
Playing your favorite tracks by adding
Bookmarks (Bookmark track play) ....... 20
Playing your favorite play lists
(m3u play list play) (MP3 CD only) ..... 21
Playing tracks in your favorite order
(PGM play) ............................................ 22
Using the radio
Listening to the radio ................................. 24
Presetting your favorite radio stations ....... 26
Presetting radio stations ............................. 27
Changing the tuning interval ..................... 28
Available features
The G-PROTECTION function ................. 29
Checking the time remaining on the
CD and the number of tracks left
(audio CD) ............................................. 29
Checking information on a CD with
ATRAC3plus/ATRAC3/MP3 files ........ 30
Emphasizing the bass sound (SOUND) .... 30
Protecting your hearing (AVLS) ................ 31
Locking the controls (HOLD) ................... 31
Turning off the operation beep sound ........ 31
Connecting your CD player
Connecting a stereo system ....................... 32
Connecting to a power source
Using the batteries ..................................... 33
Notes on the power source ........................ 35
Additional information
Precautions ................................................ 36
Maintenance .............................................. 37
Troubleshooting ......................................... 38
Specifications ............................................ 41
Optional accessories .................................. 42
