Sony SCD-C555ES Replacing Discs While Playing a Disc, 18US, Press EX-CHANGE, Press Disc Skip

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Playing Discs

Using the Display

Displaying the information of a TEXT disc

in other languages

You can change the displayed language if the TEXT disc has multi language capacity. When the player detects such a TEXT disc, “TEXT” and “MULTI” appear in the display. Change the language according to the procedures below.

1Press MENU in stop mode.

2Turn l AMS L until “LANGUAGE” appears in the display.

3Press l AMS L.

The current selected language (English, French, German, etc.) flashes.

If the player cannot display the language used in a TEXT disc, “Other Lang” appears in the display.

4Turn l AMS L until the desired language appears in the display.

5Press l AMS L.

After a few seconds, the information appears in the selected language.

Replacing Discs While Playing a Disc

You can open the disc tray while playing a disc so that you can check what discs are to be played next and replace discs without interrupting play of the current disc.

EX-CHANGE

DISC SKIP

1Press EX-CHANGE.

The disc tray opens and two disc compartments appear. Even if the player is playing a disc, it doesn’t stop playing.

2Replace discs in the compartments with new ones.

The player plays the disc on the left side compartment after the current disc, and then the one on the right side compartment.

3Press DISC SKIP.

The disc tray turns and other two disc compartments appear.

4Replace discs in the compartments with new ones.

5Press EX-CHANGE.

The disc tray closes.

Note

Do not push the disc tray to close it in Step 5, as you may damage the player.

While the disc tray is open by pressing the EX-CHANGE button

If the play of the current disc ends, the player stops playing. If the disc is played in 1 DISC Repeat Play mode (see page 21), the current disc starts playing again.

In ALL DISCS Shuffle Play mode (see page 22), tracks are reshuffled on the current disc.

In Program Play mode (see page 23), only the tracks on the current disc are played.

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Contents Super Audio CD Player Welcome About This ManualConventions Table of Contents Before You Start Hookup Checking the supplied accessoriesWhen to replace the batteries Inserting batteries into the remoteFront or Surr connection Connecting via Analog 5.1CH OUT jacksHooking Up the Audio Components Center or SUB Woofer connectionAudio connecting cords Red and White not supplied To CD Sacd Jacks L/RConnecting the AC power cord Connecting via Digital CD OUT Optical ConnectorConnecting via Digital CD OUT Coaxial Connector About the Control A1 jackFront Panel Parts Descriptions Qa lAMSL dial AMS Automatic Music Sensor 7 Location Functions Parts EX-CHANGE buttonCheck button Qs Clear buttonRear Panel Parts Descriptions 10USRemote Parts Descriptions 11USClassification by the layer configuration Compatible Disc Types12US 13US Incompatible Discs14US When you select Player playsPlaying a Disc Press N15US Using the DisplayDisc information when a disc is loaded Display window shows various information aboutTurning off the information in the display 16USDisplaying information while the player is Playing Z Press TIME/TEXTDisplaying the information of a Text disc Displaying the information of a Text disc Stop mode Z17US Display information of a Text disc while Playing a disc ZPress EX-CHANGE Replacing Discs While Playing a Disc18US Replace discs in the compartments with new onesLocating a Specific Disc Locating a Specific Track 19USLocating a track directly by entering Track number Z 20US Locating a point by setting the start time Time SearchLocating a Particular Point in a Track Z Locating a point while monitoring Sound SearchRepeating all the tracks on the disc Repeat All Play Playing Tracks Repeatedly21US Repeating the current track Repeat 1 PlayShuffle Play on all discs Playing Tracks in Random22US Shuffle Play on one discChecking the contents of the program Creating Your Own23US Channel Super Audio CD Changing the contents of the programListening to a Multi 24USSelecting 2 channel playback mode Selecting Multi-channel playback mode25US 26US Press ./repeatedly to adjust the output level Press Level ADJ after you finish adjusting27US 28US Where is the Disc Name stored?What You Can Do With the Disc Name You can store this informationLabeling Discs Disc Name 29USLabeling Discs Disc Name Erasing the Disc NamePress the number button to input letters Control A1II and Control A1 Compatibility Using the Control A1II control system31US Additional Information32US Basic functions of the Control A1II Control systemPrecautions 33USTroubleshooting 34USSpecifications Index35US 36US IndexTOC Page Propos de ce mode d’emploi BienvenuePour les utilisateurs au Canada Caractéristiques du lecteur CaractéristiquesPropos du Super Audio CD DiversAvant d’entamer les raccordements Vérification des accessoires fournisInstallation des piles dans la Télécommande Quand faut-il remplacer les piles ?Raccordement sur Front ou Surr Raccordement de composants audioRaccordement via les prises Analog Raccordement sur Center ou SUB WooferCâble de connexion audio rouge et blanc non fourni Blanc L Vers les prises CDBranchement du cordon d’alimentation Raccordement via le connecteur DigitalPropos de la prise Control A1II Transport du lecteurDescriptions des composants du panneau frontal Qa Molette lAMSL AMS Détecteur musical automatique 7 Emplacement et fonction des composants Touche EX-CHANGETouche Check Qs Touche ClearDescription des composants du panneau arrière 10FRDescription des composants de la télécommande 11FRTypes de disques compatibles 12FRClassification par couche 13FR Classification par canal du Super AudioDisques incompatibles Si vous sélectionnez Le lecteur reproduit Lecture d’un disque14FR Appuyez sur NAffichage des informations relatives au Disque chargé Utilisation de la fenêtre d’affichage15FR CD classique Lecture de disquesDésactivation des informations de la Fenêtre d’affichage Z 16FRAffichage d’informations en cours de Lecture Z Appuyez sur TIME/TEXTAvant de commencer la lecture 17FRAffichage des informations d’un disque Lors de la lecture d’un disqueRemplacez les disques dans les compartiments 18FRAppuyez sur EX-CHANGE Appuyez sur Disc SkipPour localiser Appuyez sur 19FRPour passer Vous devez Appuyez sur Introduisez les chiffres correspondantsLocalisation d’un passage déterminé sur une plage Z 20FRAppuyez une fois sur Repeat et appuyez ensuite sur H Lecture de plages répétée21FR Pour arrêter la lecture répétée d’une plage uniqueLecture aléatoire d’un seul disque Lecture de plages dans un ordre quelconque22FR Lecture aléatoire de tous les disquesCréation de votre propre programme musical 23FRVérification du contenu du programme Musical Lecture d’un Super Audio CD multicanal fonction de 24FRPour Procédez comme suit Sélection du mode lecture bi-canal Sélection du mode lecture multicanal25FR 26FR Tournez la commande lAMS L pour régler le niveau de sortieRéglage du niveau de sortie à partir de la télécommande Z Appuyez sur Menu après avoir effectué tous vos réglages27FR Appuyez sur Level ADJ après avoir effectué tous vos réglagesVous pouvez enregistrer les informations Suivantes Emploi du nom du disque28FR Support d’enregistrement du nom du Disque29FR Identification de disques à l’aide de la Télécommande ZIdentification des disques nom de disque Identification de disques sur le lecteurSuppression du nom de disque 30FRIdentification des disques nom de disque Appuyez sur Mpour sélectionner le caractèreCompatibilité Control A1II et Control Utilisation du système31FR ComplInformations émentair esPropos du câble de raccordement 32FRFonctions de base du système Control Sélection de fonction automatiquePrécautions 33FRRemarques sur les disques Dépannage 34FR35FR Accessoires fournisSpécifications Pendant la lecture d’un Super Audio CDTélécommande

SCD-C555ES specifications

The Sony SCD-C555ES is a state-of-the-art Super Audio CD (SACD) player that reflects the pinnacle of audio technology and design philosophy from Sony. Introduced in the early 2000s, it was part of Sony's esteemed ES (Elevated Standard) line, emphasizing high-quality audio playback that audiophiles have come to appreciate.

At the heart of the SCD-C555ES is its ability to play SACDs, a format that offers higher fidelity than traditional CDs due to its advanced DSD (Direct Stream Digital) encoding technology. This format captures audio at a much higher sampling rate, allowing for more detailed sound reproduction. In addition, the player is backward compatible, meaning it can also play regular CDs, providing versatility and ensuring access to vast music libraries.

One of the standout features of the SCD-C555ES is its dual-layer playback capability. This technology allows the player to read both the hybrid layer of an SACD, which is compatible with standard CD players, and the high-resolution layer, revealing remarkable audio depth. The SCD-C555ES is equipped with a robust construction designed to minimize vibration, ensuring that even the most subtle audio details are captured without interference.

In terms of connectivity, the player includes both balanced XLR outputs and unbalanced RCA outputs, enabling users to connect it to high-end audio systems for optimal results. The incorporation of advanced digital-to-analog converters contributes to the exceptional sound quality the player is renowned for, delivering breathtaking audio performance across various genres of music.

Part of the user-friendly design entails an intuitive interface and display that makes navigation through extensive playlists or selections easy and enjoyable. The SCD-C555ES also offers a range of programming options, catering to the diverse preferences of music lovers.

In conclusion, the Sony SCD-C555ES is more than just a CD player; it embodies a commitment to audio excellence. With its SACD capabilities, stunning engineering, and array of features aimed at audiophiles, the SCD-C555ES remains a cherished component in high-fidelity audio systems, bringing music to life with remarkable clarity and richness. Whether you are an avid collector of SACDs or someone seeking an exceptional audio experience, the SCD-C555ES is an investment that promises years of sonic enjoyment.