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WARNING
To prevent fire or shock
hazard, do not expose the
unit to rain or moisture.
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 are for
model SCD-C333ES.
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.
Z
z
This symbol is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsulated
dangerous voltage within the
products 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.
The shielded interface cable recommended
in this manual must be used with this
equipment in order to comply with limits
for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B
of Part 15 FCC Rules.
For the customers in the United States
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or
modification not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to
operate this equipment.
Owners Record
The model and serial numbers are located
at 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-C333ES
Serial No. _________________________
The following caution label is located
inside the unit.
For the customers in Canada
CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO
NOT USE THIS POLARIZED AC PLUG
WITH AN EXTENSION CORD,
RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET
UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY
INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE
EXPOSURE.
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Features
Playback of the Super Audio CD recorded
in the DSD format
The DSD (Direct Stream Digital) format is the core
technology of a Super Audio CD, allowing music
reproduction that is extremely faithful to the original
sound.
The DSD format, using a 2.8224 MHz sampling frequency
64 times higher than that of a conventional CD, and the 1-
bit quantization, makes possible recording of more than
four times the data information of the PCM format which
is used for a conventional CD.
Different from the PCM format which performs data
decimation and interpolation via digital filters, the DSD
format adopts the simple playback process. In other
words, the A/D converted 1-bit digital signal only passes
through an analog low-pass filter before playback.
As a whole, the DSD format achieves both a wide
frequency range of, theoretically, over 100 kHz, and a
wide dynamic range across the audible frequency range
resulting in high-quality music reproduction faithful to
the original sound.
To play back a Super Audio CD recorded in the DSD
format with exceptional quality, the SCD-C333ES employs
a newly developed DSD decoder and a D/A converter
system, as well as a chassis and loading mechanism
especially designed for this unit.
Playback of a conventional CD with
higher quality
The SCD-C333ES can also play back a conventional CD
with higher quality than a conventional CD player. To
provide enhanced quality, the SCD-C333ES employs
various advanced technologies. For example, a 24-bit
precision variable coefficient (V.C.) digital filter is
provided for CD playback (see page 20). By selecting one
of five filters which have different cutoff characteristics,
you can adjust the tone quality in accordance with the
music source or your audio system.
Others
- A Super Audio CD can mark up to 255 track numbers.
This feature applies to SCD-C333ES.
- The supplied remote is capable of controlling either the
SCD-C333ES and a conventional Sony CD player.
T ABLE OF CONTENTS
Getting Started 4
Before You Start the Hookup 4
Hooking Up the Audio Components 5
Location and Functions of Parts 6
Front Panel Parts Descriptions 6
Rear Panel Parts Descriptions 8
Remote Parts Descriptions 9
Playing Discs 10
Compatible Disc Types 10
Playing a Disc 11
Using the Display 13
Replacing Discs While Playing a Disc 15
Locating a Specific Disc 15
Locating a Specific Track 16
Locating a Particular Point in a Track 16
Playing Tracks Repeatedly 17
Playing Tracks in Random Order (Shuffle Play) 18
Creating Your Own Program (Program Play) 19
Listening to a CD Using a Filter (Digital Filter
Function) 20
Storing Information About CDs 22
What You Can Do With the Disc Name 22
Labeling Discs (Disc Name) 23
Additional Information 25
Precautions 25
Notes on Discs 26
Troubleshooting 27
Specifications 27
Index 28
