2-548-054-15 (1) CD Radio Cassette-Corder Operating Instructions CFD-S35CP ©2005 Sony Corporation
WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the player to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. WARNING Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the appliance. Connect the apparatus to an easily accessible AC outlet.
Table of contents Basic Operations Playing an audio CD or MP3 files .................. 4 Listening to the radio ...................................... 8 Playing a tape ............................................... 10 Recording on a tape ...................................... 12 The CD Player Using the display .......................................... 14 Locating a specific track ............................... 15 Playing tracks repeatedly (Repeat Play) .......
Basic Operations Playing an audio CD or MP3 files 1 4 2, 3 Connect the supplied mains lead (see page 23). 1 Press CD. (On the remote, press OPERATE (POWER, see page 2) and then press FUNCTION repeatedly until "CD" appears in the display.) 2 Press Z PUSH OPEN/CLOSE down to open the CD compartment and place the CD on the CD compartment. With the label side up 3 4 Close the lid of the CD compartment.
4 Press u (N on the remote). Display The player plays all the tracks once. Track number Basic Operations To play a CD with MP3 files, see page 6. Playing time Use these buttons for additional operations u Z PUSH OPEN/CLOSE VOLUME +, – ., > x OPERATE (POWER) Tip Playback starts from the track you last stopped playing (Resume play). During stop, the track number to be played are displayed. To cancel the resume play to start play from the beginning of the first track, press x in stop mode.
Playing an audio CD or MP3 files (continued) Playing a CD with MP3 files Z PUSH OPEN/CLOSE ., > FLDR +, – MP3 indicator u CD Note Before playing a file, this player reads all file and folder information on the CD. Depending on the file structure, it may take more than a minute to read them. During this time, “READING” is displayed. Tip You can use the buttons mentioned in the table on page 5 for additional operations in the same way as when playing an audio CD. 1 Press CD.
Example of folder structure and playing order The playing order of the folders and files is as follows: CD-R CD-RW Basic Operations Notes • A folder that does not include an MP3 file is skipped. • Maximum number of folders: 255 Maximum number of files: 255 • Folder names and file names can be displayed with up to 64 characters. • The characters A - Z, a - z, 0 - 9, and _ can be displayed on this player. Other characters are displayed as “*”. • This player conforms to Version 1.1 of the ID3 tag format.
Listening to the radio 1 2 Connect the supplied mains lead (see page 23). 1 2 Display Press RADIO BAND•AUTO PRESET (BAND on the remote) until the band you want appears in the display. European model: "FM"t "MW" t "LW" Other models: "FM"t "AM" Hold down TUNE + or – until the frequency digits begin to change in the display. The player automatically scans the radio frequencies and stops when it finds a clear station.
Use these buttons for additional operations MODE Basic Operations VOLUME +, – OPERATE (POWER) Tip If the FM broadcast is noisy, press MODE until “Mono” appears in the display and radio will play in monaural. To Press adjust the volume VOLUME +*, – turn on/off the radio OPERATE (or POWER, see page 2) *VOLUME + (VOL + on the remote) has a tactile dot. To improve broadcast reception Reorient the antenna for FM. Reorient the player itself for AM or MW/LW.
Playing a tape 1 2 3 Connect the supplied mains lead (see page 23). 1 2 3 Press TAPE. Press xZ to open the tape With the side you want compartment and insert a recorded to play facing you tape. Use TYPE I (normal) tape only. Close the compartment. Press n*. The player starts playing.
Use these buttons for additional operations X VOLUME +, – m, M OPERATE (POWER) To Press adjust the volume VOLUME +*, – stop playback xZ fast-forward or rewind m or M pause playback X Press the button again to resume play after pause. eject the cassette xZ turn on/off the player OPERATE (or POWER, see page 2) Basic Operations xZ *VOLUME + (VOL + on the remote) and n have a tactile dot.
Recording on a tape 2 1 3 Connect the supplied mains lead (see page 23). 1 2 Press xZ to open the tape compartment and insert a blank tape. With the side you want to record on facing you Use TYPE I (normal) tape only. Close the compartment. Select the programme source you want to record. To record from the CD player, insert a CD (see page 4) and press CD. To record from the radio, tune in the station you want (see page 8).
3 Press z to start recording (n is depressed automatically). TAPE Basic Operations Use these buttons for additional operations X z xZ OPERATE (POWER) MODE Tips • Adjusting the volume or the audio emphasis (see page 21) will not affect the recording level. • If the AM/MW/LW programme makes a whistling sound after you've pressed z in step 3, press MODE to select the position of ISS (Interference Suppress Switch) that most decreases the noise.
The CD Player Using the display You can check information about the CD using the display. DISP/ENT/MEMORY Checking the information of a CD with MP3 files To check the total folder number and total track number on the CD While the CD is stopped, you can check them in the display. Total folder number Total track number To check file information Press DISP/ENT/MEMORY while playing an MP3 file.
Locating a specific track OPERATE* (POWER) Number buttons The CD Player You can quickly locate any track on a CD using the number buttons on the remote. You can also find a specific point in a track while playing a CD. Tips • When you locate a track numbered over 10, press >10 first, then the corresponding number buttons. Example: To play track number 23, press >10 first, then 2 and 3. • To select a track numbered 100 or more, press >10 twice, then the corresponding number buttons. .
Playing tracks repeatedly (Repeat Play) You can play tracks repeatedly in normal, shuffle or programme play modes. CD u .,> To repeat Do this programmed 1 Programme tracks (see page tracks 17). 2 Press REPEAT until “REP PGM ” appears. 3 Press u. programmed 1 Programme folders (see folders page 17). (MP3 CD 2 Press REPEAT until “REP only) PGM FLDR” appears. 3 Press u. To cancel Repeat Play Press REPEAT until “REP” disappears from the display.
Creating your own programme (Programme Play) You can play tracks in random order. You can arrange the playing order of up to 20 tracks or files on a CD. When playing an MP3 files, you can also programme up to 20 folders (Programme Folder Play). CD MODE u CD 1 u ., > The CD Player Playing tracks in random order (Shuffle Play) Press CD. “CD” appears in the display. MODE 2 Press MODE until “SHUF” appears in the display. 3 Press u to start Shuffle Play.
Creating your own programme (Programme Play) (continued) 3 Press . or >, FLDR + or – then press DISP/ENT/MEMORY for the tracks or files* you want to programme in the order you want. *Folders for Programme Folder Play. Playing order Audio CD (Programme Play) Programmed track Playing order MP3 CD (Programme Play) Programmed file Playing order MP3 CD (Programme Folder Play) Programmed folder 4 Press u to start Programme Play. To cancel Programme Play Stop playing first.
The Radio Presetting radio stations RADIO BAND AUTO PRESET PRESET –, + The Radio You can store radio stations into the player’s memory. You can preset up to 40 radio stations (European model), 20 for FM and 10 for MW and LW in any order or 30 radio stations (other models), 20 for FM and 10 for AM in any order. If a station cannot be preset automatically You need to preset a station with a weak signal manually. 1 Press RADIO BAND•AUTO PRESET to select the band. 2 Tune in a station you want.
Playing preset radio stations Once you’ve preset the stations, use the number buttons to tune in your favorite stations. RADIO BAND AUTO PRESET PRESET –, + 1 Press RADIO BAND•AUTO PRESET to select the band. 2 Press PRESET + or – to tune in the stored station. On the remote 1 Press BAND. 2 Press the number buttons to tune in the stored station. To tune in a preset station over 10, press >10 first, then corresponding number buttons.
The Audio Emphasis Selecting the audio emphasis You can adjust the audio emphasis of the sound you are listening to. SOUND MEGA BASS The Audio Emphasis Selecting the sound characteristic Press SOUND repeatedly to select the audio emphasis you want.
The Timer Falling asleep to music You can set the player to turn off automatically after 10, 20, 30, 60, 90 and 120 minutes, allowing you to fall asleep while listening to music. SLEEP 1 Play the music source you want. 2 Press SLEEP to display “SLEEP.” 3 Press SLEEP to select the minutes until the player goes off automatically. Each time you press the button, the indication changes as follows: “60” t “90” t “120” t “OFF” t “10” t “20” t “30”.
Setting Up Choosing the power sources You can use the mains or batteries as a power source. 3 Battery 1 AC IN compartment 1 Connecting the mains lead Insert one end of the supplied mains lead to the AC IN socket located at the rear of the player, and the other end to the mains. 3 Using the player on batteries Insert six R20 (size D) batteries (not supplied) into the battery compartment. To use the player on batteries, disconnect the mains lead from the player.
Choosing the power sources (continued) Changing the AM/MW tuning interval If you need to change the AM/MW tuning interval, do the following: 1 Press RADIO BAND•AUTO PRESET until “AM” or “MW” is displayed. 2 Press DISP/ENT/MEMORY for 2 seconds. 3 Press RADIO BAND•AUTO PRESET for 2 seconds. “AM 9” “MW 9” or “AM 10” “MW 10” flashes. 4 Press PRESET + or – to select “AM 9” “MW 9” for 9 kHz interval or “AM 10” “MW 10” for 10 kHz interval. 5 Press DISP/ENT/MEMORY.
Additional Information Precautions On safety • As the laser beam used in the CD player section is harmful to the eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the casing. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. • Should any solid object or liquid fall into the player, unplug the player, and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further. • Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g., heart, square, star) cannot be played on this player. Attempting to do so may damage the player.
Precautions (continued) Notes on CDs • Before playing, clean the CD with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the CD from the center out. • Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners or anti-static spray intended for vinyl LPs. • Do not expose the CD to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air ducts, nor leave it in a car parked in direct sunlight as there can be a considerable rise in temperature inside the car.
Troubleshooting General The power is not on. • Connect the mains lead to the mains securely. • Make sure the batteries are inserted correctly. • Replace all the batteries with new ones if they are weak. • You cannot turn on the player with the remote when you operate the player on batteries. The power is not on, and "BATT" and “ERROR” are displayed alternately. • Make sure the batteries are inserted correctly. • Replace all the batteries with new ones if they are weak. There is no audio.
Troubleshooting (continued) Tape Player The tape does not move when you press an operation button. • Close the cassette compartment securely. The z button does not function or the tape does not play or record. • Make sure the safety tab on the cassette is in place. The tape does not erase completely. • Clean the erasing head (see page 29). • Replace all the batteries with new ones if they are weak.
Maintenance Cleaning the lens If the lens becomes dirty, it may cause a skipping of sound during CD operation. Clean with a commercially available blower. Cleaning the tape heads and tape path Wipe the heads, the pinch roller and the capstan with a cleaning swab slightly moistened with cleaning fluid or alcohol after every 10 hours of operation for optimum playback and recording quality.
Specifications CD player section System Compact disc digital audio system Laser diode properties Material: GaAlAs Wave length: 780 nm Emission duration: Continuous Laser output: Less than 44.6 µW (This output is the value measured at a distance of about 200 mm from the objective lens surface on the optical pick-up block with 7 mm aperture.
About “MP3” What is the MP3? MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer-3) is a standard technology and format for compressing a sound sequence. The file is compressed to about 1/10 of its original size. Sounds outside the range of human hearing are compressed while the sounds we can hear are not compressed. Playable “MP3” files on this player You can only play MP3 files recorded by following requirements.
Index A Audio emphasis 21 B Batteries for player 23 for remote 23 M, N, O Maintenance 29 MEGA BASS 21 MP3 about MP3 31 display 14 playing order 7 CD player 4 Choosing power sources 23 Cleaning cabinet 29 lens 29 tape heads and tape path 29 Connecting mains lead 23 Creating your own programme 17 D, E, F, G, H Demagnetizing the tape heads 29 Display 14 Playing a CD 4 a tape 10 preset radio stations 19 tracks in random order 17 tracks repeatedly 16 Power sources 23 Precautions 25 Presetting radio stations
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