3-240-972-23 (1) Portable CD Player Operating Instructions About the area code The area code of the location in which you purchased the CD player is shown on upper left of the bar code label on the package. For accessories supplied with your CD player, check the area code of your model and see “Accessories (supplied/optional).” “WALKMAN” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit 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, tablecloths, 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.
Table of Contents Getting started Locating the controls ................................... 4 Playing an audio CD or MP3 files 1. Connect your CD player. ......................... 6 2. Insert a CD. ............................................. 6 3. Play a CD. ............................................... 6 Playback options Playing all the tracks on the CD repeatedly (Repeat play – all the tracks) ................. 12 Playing a single track (Single play) ...........
Getting started Locating the controls For details, see pages in parentheses. CD player (front) 1 i (headphones) jack (page 6) 8 . (AMS/search) button (page 7) 2 OPEN button (page 6) 9 N >* (play, AMS/ search) button (pages 6, 7) q; Strap holes 3 VOLUME control (page 6) 4 FOLDER –/+ buttons (page 9) qa DC IN 4.
CD player (inside) qh Battery compartment (page 21) Getting started qg G-PRO (G-PROTECTION) switch (page 15) CD player (rear) 5
Playing an audio CD or MP3 files You can also use the dry batteries as a power source. to an AC outlet 1. Connect your CD player. 1 Connect the AC power adaptor. 2 Connect the headphones/earphones. AC power adaptor to DC IN 4.5V to i (headphones) Headphones or Earphones N> button 2. Insert a CD. 1 Press OPEN to open the lid. OPEN button 2 Place the CD on the tray and close the lid. 3. Play a CD. Press N >. Label side up Adjust the volume.
To Play (from the point you stopped) *1 Automatic Music Sensor *2 These operations can be done during play. *3 After you have played the last track, you can return to the beginning of the first track by pressing N > . Similarly, if you are at the first track, you can locate the last track by pressing .. About the display • When you press N > after changing the CD or turning the player off and on, the total number of tracks in the CD and total playing time appear for about two seconds.
About CD-Rs/CD-RWs and MP3 files • This CD player can play CD-Rs/CD-RWs recorded in the CD-DA format* and MP3 files recorded in the CD-ROM format, but playback capability may vary depending on the quality of the disc and the condition of the recording device. * CD-DA is the abbreviation for Compact Disc Digital Audio. It is a recording standard used for Audio CDs. • Finalize the CD-Rs/CD-RWs and MP3 files before use. If you use discs that are not finalized, it will take longer to start playback.
Playing a CD with MP3 files Prepare the CD player and the CD in the same way as for an audio CD. (See “About MP3.”) Press N >. The CD player plays all MP3 files on the CD. File name Playing time of the file To select a folder Use FOLDER + to go forward and FOLDER – to go backward. To select a file Use N > to go forward and . to go backward. Notes • Before playing a file, the CD player reads all file and folder information on the CD.
Example of folder structure and playing order The playing order of folders and files is as follows: CD-R CD-RW Folder MP3 file 1 1 2 3 4 4 5 6 5 7 8 9 6 2 File mode Folder mode q; 3 Plays all MP3 files from 1, 2, 3...9, 0. Plays all MP3 files in the selected folder. (Example: If you select folder 3, the CD player plays file 4. If you select folder 4, the CD player plays file 5 and 6.) Notes • • • • • A folder that does not include an MP3 file is skipped.
Playback options You can enjoy various playback options using MENU. MENU button Each time you press the button, you can change the playback mode.
Playing all the tracks on the CD repeatedly (Repeat play – all the tracks) During playback, press MENU repeatedly until “ Audio CD Track number ” appears. MP3 CD Playing time File name File number Playing time When playing MP3 files • In normal mode, the CD player plays all the files (up to 511 files) on a CD repeatedly. • In folder mode, the CD player plays all the files (up to 511 files) in the selected folder repeatedly.
Playing a single track you’ve selected repeatedly (Repeat play – a single track) During playback, press MENU repeatedly until “ Audio CD Track number 1” appears. MP3 CD Playing time File name File number Playing time Playback options Playing all the tracks on the CD in random order repeatedly (Repeat shuffle play) During playback, press MENU repeatedly until “ File name Audio CD Track number SHUF” appears.
Playing all the files in a selected folder repeatedly (Repeat folder play) (MP3 CD only) File name During playback, press MENU repeatedly until “ ” appears. File number Playing time Playing all the files in a selected folder in random order repeatedly (Repeat folder shuffle play) (MP3 CD only) File name During playback, press MENU repeatedly until “ SHUF” appears.
B Available features The G-PROTECTION function Displaying CD text information The G-PROTECTION function has been developed to provide excellent protection against sound skipping while jogging. When you set the G-PRO switch on your CD player to “2”, the G-PROTECTION function will be enhanced compared to “1.” To walk with the CD player and enjoy high quality CD sound using the G-PROTECTION function, set the G-PRO switch to “1.” While taking harder exercise, it is recommended that you set it to “2.
Checking the time remaining on the CD and the number of tracks left You can check the time remaining on the audio CD and the number of tracks left using DISPLAY. Press DISPLAY. Each time you press the button, the display changes as follows. Checking information on a CD with MP3 files You can check information on a CD with MP3 files using DISPLAY. You can also check ID3 tag (Version 1.1) information if the file has that information stored. (See “About ID3 tag.”) Press DISPLAY.
Checking the total number of files and folders on a CD with MP3 files While you are holding down DISPLAY, the total number of files and that of folders are displayed. Total number of folders Emphasizing the bass sound (SOUND) You can emphasize the bass-boosted sound. Press SOUND to select “BASS 1” or “BASS 2.” Total number of files No indication (Normal play) Notes • If the folder does not have a folder name, “ROOT” appears in the display.
Protecting your hearing Locking the controls (AVLS) (HOLD) The AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) function keeps down the maximum volume to protect your hearing. You can lock the controls on your CD player to prevent accidental button presses. Hold down SOUND on the CD player until “AVLS” appears in the display. Slide HOLD in the direction of the arrow. Note If you use the SOUND function and the AVLS function at the same time, sound may be distorted. If this happens, turn down the volume.
Turning off the operation beep sound You can turn off the beep sound that is heard from your headphones/earphones when you operate your CD player. 1 Remove the power source (dry batteries or AC power adaptor) from the CD player. 2 Connect the power source while pressing x on the CD player. Available features To turn on the beep sound Remove the power source and then connect the power source without pressing x.
B Connecting your CD player Connecting a stereo system 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. About the G-PROTECTION and SOUND functions when using the connecting cord To record high quality CD sound, set the GPRO switch to “1.” to i Adjust the volume.
B Connecting to a power source You can use the following power sources: • AC power adaptor (see “Playing an audio CD or MP3 files”) • LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries To remove the dry batteries Remove the batteries as illustrated below. For the battery life, see “Specifications.” Using the dry batteries Note Be sure to remove the AC power adaptor when using the dry batteries. 1 Open the battery compartment lid.
Using the dry batteries To attach the battery compartment lid If the battery compartment lid is detached by an accidental drop, excessive force, etc., attach it as illustrated below. Notes on the power source Disconnect all power sources when the CD player is not used. On AC power adaptor • Use only the AC power adaptor supplied or recommended in “Accessories (supplied/ optional).” Do not use any other AC power adaptor. It may cause a malfunction.
B Additional information • Do not expose the CD to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air ducts. Do not leave the CD in a car parked under direct sunlight. 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 the CD player On handling CDs • To keep the CD clean, handle it by its edge.
Troubleshooting Should any problem persist after you have checked these symptoms, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Symptom Cause and/or corrective actions The volume does not increase even if the VOLUME control is adjusted to the maximum level. No sound, or noise is heard. c If “AVLS” appears in the display, hold down SOUND until “AVLS” disappears from the display. (page 7) The playing time is too short when powered with the dry batteries. “Lo batt” or “000” appears in the display.
Symptom Cause and/or corrective action Playback starts from the point c The resume function is working. To start play from the first track, you stopped. (resume press N > for 2 seconds or more, or open the lid of the CD function) player. Or remove all power sources, then insert the batteries or connect the AC power adaptor again.
Specifications System Compact disc digital audio system Laser diode properties Material: 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.) Battery life* (approx. hours) (When you use the CD player on a flat and stable surface.) Playing time varies depending on how the CD player is used.
Accessories Optional accessories (supplied/optional) Supplied accessories For the area code of the location in which you purchased the CD player, check the upper left side of the bar code on the package.
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. USABLE MEDIA CD-Rs and CD-RWs USABLE DISC FORMAT You can use ISO 9660 Level 1/2 and Joliet extension format discs.
About “ID3 tag” ID3 tag is a format for adding certain information (track name, album name, artist name, etc.) to MP3 files. Note This CD player conforms to Version 1.1 of the ID3 tag format. If you use a version other than 1.1, ID3 tag information will not be displayed correctly but the file can be played back.
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