Other Operations
Using the display
You can check information about the CD using the display.Checking the information of an audio
CD
To check the total track number and playing time of the CD
Press twice, and you can check them in the display.Total track numberTotal playing timeChecking the information of an MP3 disc
To check the total folder number and total file number on the CD
Press twice, and you can check them in the display.
Playing tracks/MP3 files in
random order (Shuffle Play)
You can play tracks/MP3 files in random order. When playing an MP3 disc, you can also play MP3 files in a selected folder in random order (Folder Shuffle Play).
1Press CD on the unit.“CD” appears in the display.2Press MODE on the unit until “SHUF” appears in the display.When you select Folder Shuffle Play (MP3 disconly), press MODE on the unit until “FLDR” and “SHUF” appear in the display. Then press + or
–on the unit to select a folder you want.3 Press to start Shuffle Play.To cancel Shuffle Play
Stop playing first. Then press MODE on the unit until “SHUF” disappears from the display.
Tips
•During Shuffle Play, you cannot select the previous track/MP3 file by pressing .
•The resume function does not work during Shuffle Play.
If a station cannot be preset automatically
You need to preset a station with a weak signal manually.1Press RADIO•BAND•AUTO PRESET on the unit (BAND on the remote) to select the band.
2Tune in a station you want.3Hold down DISPLAY•ENTER on the unit for2 seconds until the preset number flashes in the display.4Press PRESET + or – until the preset number you want for the station flashes in the display.
5Press DISPLAY•ENTER on the unit.
The new station replaces the old one.Tip
The preset radio stations remain in memory even if you unplug the AC power cord or remove the batteries.
Playing preset radio stations
1Press RADIO•BAND•AUTO PRESET on the unit (BAND on the remote) to select the band.
2Press PRESET + or – to tune in the stored station.Precautions
Discs that this unit CAN play
•Audio CD•*
Discs that this unit CANNOT play
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Notes on discs
| • Before playing, clean the CD with a cleaning cloth. |
| Wipe the CD from the center out. If there is a scratch, |
| dirt or fingerprints on the CD, it may cause tracking |
| error. |
| • Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, |
Troubleshooting
General
The power is not on.
•Connect the AC power cord to the wall outlet 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.
There is no audio.
• Unplug the headphones when listening through speakers.Noise is heard.
•Someone is using a portable telephone or otherequipment that emits radio waves near the player. Move the portable telephone, etc., away from the player.
CD/MP3 player
The CD does not play or “NO DISC” is displayed even when a CD is in place.
| • Place the CD with the label surface up. |
| • Clean the CD. |
| • Take out the CD and leave the CD compartment open |
Remote
The remote does not function.
•Replace all the batteries in the remote with new ones if they are weak.•Make sure that you are pointing the remote at the remote sensor on the player.•Remove any obstacles in the path of the remote and the player.•Make sure the remote sensor is not exposed to strong light such as direct sunlight or fluorescent lamp light.
•Move closer to the player when using the remote.After trying the remedies, if you still have problems, unplug the AC power cord or remove all the batteries. After all the indications in the display disappear, plug the AC power cord or insert the batteries again. If the problem persists, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
numberTo check file information
Press DISPLAY•ENTER on the unit while playing an MP3 disc. The display changes as follows:
The current file number and playing time
The song title and artist name
The album name**If there is no folder, “ROOT” appears.
Playing tracks/MP3 files
repeatedly (Repeat Play)
You can play tracks/MP3 files repeatedly in normal, shuffle or program play modes.
1Press CD on the unit.
“CD” appears in the display.
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To cancel Repeat Play
Press REPEAT on the unit until “
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(Program Play)
You can arrange the playing order of up to 15 tracks/ MP3 files on a CD.1Press CD on the unit.
“CD” appears in the display.
2Press MODE on the unit until “PGM” appears in the display.3Press or then press DISPLAY•ENTER on the unit for the tracks you want to program in the order you want.
For MP3 files, press + or – first and then pressor and DISPLAY•ENTER .Audio CD
Programed track numberPlaying order
MP3 disc
Programed file 
number 
Playing order
4Press to start Program Play.To cancel Program Play
Stop playing first. Then press MODE on the unit until “PGM” disappears from the display.
To check the order of tracks/MP3 files before play
Press DISPLAY•ENTER on the unit.Every time you press the button, the track/MP3 file number appears in the programed order.
To change the current program
Press once if the CD is stopped and twice if the CD is playing. The current program will be erased. Then create a new program following the programing procedure.
Tips
•If you try to program 16 tracks/MP3 files or more, “FULL” will appear in the display.
•You can play the same program again, since the program is saved until you open the CD compartment or turn off the unit.
•You can record your own program. After you’ve created the program, insert a blank tape and press on the unit to start recording.
•The resume function does not work during Program Play.
Presetting radio stations
You can store radio stations into the player’s memory. You can preset up to 30 radio stations
Falling asleep to music
1Play the music source you want.2Press SLEEP on the unit to display “SLEEP”.3Press SLEEP on the unit to select the minutes until the player goes off automatically.
Each time you press the button, the indication changes as follows:
“AUTO*” “60MIN” “30MIN” “20MIN”“10MIN” “OFF”.*When you select “AUTO”, the CD or tape stops playing in 90 minutes at most and the player goes off automatically. When you are listening to the radio, the radio goes off in 90 minutes.
If 4 seconds have passed after you pressed SLEEP on the unit, the minutes in the display are entered.
When the preset time has passed, the player goes off automatically.To cancel the sleep function
Press OPERATE (or POWER) to turn off the power.NoteWhen you are playing a tape using this function:
If the tape length of one side is longer than the set time, the player will not go off until the tape reaches the end.
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| 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. |
| • Do not stick paper or sticker on the CD, nor scratch the |
| surface of the CD. |
| • After playing, store the CD in its case. |
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
On power sources
•For AC operation, check that the player’s operating voltage is identical with your local power supply (see “Specifications”) and use the supplied AC power cord; do not use any other type.
•The player is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the player itself has been turned off.
•Unplug the player from the wall outlet when it is not be used for an extended period of time.
•When the batteries are not to be used, remove them to avoid damage that can be caused by battery leakage or corrosion.
•The nameplate indicating operating voltage, power consumption, etc. is located at the bottom.
On placement
•Do not leave the player in a location near heat sources, in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical shock or in a car subject to the direct rays of the sun.
•Do not place the player on an inclined or unstable place.•Do not place anything within 10 mm of the side of the cabinet. The ventilation holes must be unobstructed for the player to operate properly and prolong the life of its components.
•Since a strong magnet is used for the speakers, keep personal credit cards using magnetic coding or
On operation
•If the player is brought directly from a cold to a warm location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture may condense on the lens inside the CD player section. Should this occur, the player will not operate properly. In this case, remove the CD and wait about an hour for the moisture to evaporate.
•If the player has not been used for a long time, set it in the playback mode to warm it up for a few minutes before inserting a cassette.
Notes on cassettes
•Break off the cassette tab from side A or B to prevent accidental recording. If you want to reuse the tape for recording, cover the broken tab with adhesive tape.
| for about an hour to dry moisture condensation. |
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| • There is a problem with the quality of the |
| • Replace all the batteries with new ones if they are |
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The sound drops out.
•Reduce the volume.•Clean the CD, or replace it if the CD is badly damaged.•Place the player in a location free from vibration.•Clean the lens with a commercially available blower.•The sound may drop out or noise may be heard when using poor quality
Starting playback takes more time than usual.
•The following discs take a longer time to start playback.–a disc recorded with a complicated tree structure.–a disc that has not been finalized (a disc to which data can be added).–a disc that has many folders orRadio
Reception is poor.
• Reorient the antenna to improve FM reception.•Reorient the player itself to improve AM or MW/LW reception.The audio is weak or has poor quality.
•Replace all the batteries with new ones if they are weak.
•Move the player away from the TV.•If you are using the remote while listening to AM or MW/LW radio, noise may be heard.
The picture of your TV becomes unstable.
•If you are listening to an FM program near the TV with an indoor antenna, move the player away from the TV.
Tape player
The tape does not move when you press an operation button.
• Close the cassette compartment securely.The button does not function or the tape does not play or record.
| 2 Hold down RADIO•BAND•AUTO PRESET on |
| the unit for 2 seconds until “AUTO” flashes in the |
| display. |
The stations are stored in memory from the lower frequencies to the higher ones.
Poor or distorted playback, recording or erasing quality.
| • Clean the heads by using dry- or |
| cassette (available separately) after every 10 hours of |
•The use of a cassette with more than 90 minutes of play time is not recommended except for long, continuous recording or playback.
Cleaning the cabinet
•Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent, such as alcohol or benzine.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your player, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
| use, before you start an important recording, or after |
| playing an old tape. Failure to clean the tape heads |
| can cause degraded sound quality or an inability of |
| the unit to record or play tapes. For details, refer to the |
| instructions of the cleaning cassette. |
| • The TYPE II (high position) or TYPE IV (metal) tape |
| is being used. Use TYPE I (normal) tape only. |
| • Demagnetize the heads using a commercially available |
| tape head demagnetizer. |
| • Replace all the batteries with new ones if they are |
weak. |