Connecting a digital component (OPTICAL)
When you connect an MD deck or another digital component through the DIGITAL (CD) OUT OPTICAL connector, you can make a digital recording.
Use an optical digital cable for this connection. When connecting the optical digital cable to the DIGITAL (CD) OUT OPTICAL connector, push the cable plug in until it clicks into place. Be careful not to bend or twist the optical cable.
Optical digital cable (not supplied)
To CD optical digital input connector on an MD deck, etc.
Note
Only the audio signals of conventional CDs can be output from the DIGITAL (CD) OUT connectors. Those of the Super Audio CD cannot be output through the DIGITAL (CD) OUT connectors.
Connecting the AC power cord (mains lead)
Connect the supplied AC power cord (mains lead) to the AC IN terminal on the player and to the wall outlet.
A several space is left between the plug and the rear panel even when the power cord (mains lead) is inserted firmly. The cord is supposed be connected this way. This is not a malfunction.
Note
Install this system so that the power cord can be unplugged from the wall socket immediately in the event of trouble.
When using another Sony CD player in conjunction with this player
The following procedure applies only when you have a
Note
The command mode of the remote supplied with this player is CD1 (fixed). If you set this player to CD2, this player will not accept its own remote signal.
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