Selecting play mode
You can set the unit to play tracks or files
repeatedly or in random order while a disc is
stopped.
Press MODE
repeatedly.
Each time you press the button, the indication
changes as follows:
Normal play (None)
Single repeat ( 1)
All repeat ( )
Selected folder play ( )*
Selected folder repeat play ( , )*
Shuffle play (SHUF)
Program play (PGM)
Program repeat play ( , PGM)
* These functions are available only when playing
MP3 files on an MP3 disc.
Playing tracks/files repeatedly
(Repeat Play)
You can set the unit to repeatedly play CD-DA
tracks on an audio CD, or MP3 files on a CD-R/
CD-RW disc in normal and program play modes.
1
Press CD
to turn on the CD function.
2
Proceed as follows.
To repeat
Do this
A single track/
file
1 Press MODE
repeatedly
until “ 1” appears.
2 Press
or
to
select a track/file that you
want to repeat. When you
want to specify a folder that
contains MP3 files, press
+ or
first to select a
folder, and then press
or
to select a file.
3 Press
to start Repeat
Play.
All tracks/files
1 Press MODE
repeatedly
until “ ” appears.
2 Press
to start Repeat
Play.
A selected
folder on an
MP3 disc
1 Press MODE
repeatedly
until “ ” and “ ” appear.
2 Select a folder by pressing
+ or
.
3 Press
to start Repeat
Play.
Programmed
tracks/files
1 Program tracks/files (see
“Creating your own program
(Program Play)”).
2 Press MODE
until “PGM”
and “ ” appear on the
display.
3 Press
to start Repeat
Play.
To cancel Repeat Play
Press
to stop playback, and then press
MODE
repeatedly until “ ” (or “ 1”)
disappears from the display.
Playing tracks/files in random order
(Shuffle Play)
You can set the unit to play CD-DA tracks on an
audio CD or MP3 files on a CD-R/CD-RW disc in
random order.
1
Press CD
to turn on the CD function.
2
Press MODE
repeatedly until “SHUF”
appears on the display.
3
Press
to start Shuffle Play.
To cancel Shuffle Play
Press
to stop playback, and then press
MODE
repeatedly until “SHUF” disappears
from the display.
Note
During Shuffle Play, you cannot select the previous
track/file by pressing
.
Creating your own program (Program
Play)
You can arrange the playing order of up to 25
tracks/files on a disc.
1
Press CD
to turn on the CD function.
2
Press MODE
repeatedly until “PGM”
appears on the display.
Other Operations
3
Press
or
to select a track/file,
then press ENTER
.
The track/file is programmed and the program
step number appears.
(Example: programming CD-DA tracks)
Step number
4
Repeat step 3 to program additional
tracks/files.
You can check the number of programmed
steps (tracks/files) by pressing DISPLAY
repeatedly.
5
Press
to start Program Play.
The created program remains available until
you open the CD compartment cover or turn
off the power of the unit. To play the same
program again, press
.
Note
If you try to program 26 tracks/files or more, “FULL”
appears on the display.
To cancel Program Play
Press
to stop playback, and then press
MODE
repeatedly until “PGM” disappears from
the display.
To delete all tracks/files in the current
program
Stop playback, and then press
. “noSTEP”
appears and you can create a new program,
following the procedure “Creating your own
program (Program Play).”
Presetting radio stations
You can store radio stations in the unit’s memory.
You can preset up to 30 radio stations, 20 for FM
and 10 for AM.
1
Press RADIO FM/AM
repeatedly to
select a band.
2
Hold down AUTO PRESET
until “AUTO”
flashes on the display.
3
Press ENTER
to store the station.
The stations are stored in memory from lower
frequencies to higher ones.
If a station cannot be preset
automatically
You need to preset a station with a weak signal
manually.
1
Press RADIO FM/AM
repeatedly to
select a band.
2
Tune to the desired station.
3
Press MANUAL PRESET
until “FM-xx”
or “AM-xx” flashes on the display.
(Example: FM)
4
Press or
until the preset
number for the station you want flashes
on the display.
5
Press ENTER
to store the station.
If another station is already assigned to the
selected preset number, that station is
replaced by the new one.
Listening to preset radio
stations
1
Press RADIO FM/AM
repeatedly to
select a band.
2
Press or
to select a stored
preset number for the desired radio
station.
Connecting optional
components
You can enjoy the sound from an optional
component, such as a portable digital music
player, through the speakers of this unit.
Be sure to turn off the power of each component
before making any connections.
For details, refer to the instruction manual of the
component to be connected.
Audio
connection
cable (not
supplied)
To component
(e.g.,portable digital
music player)
To AUDIO
IN jack
1
Connect the AUDIO IN jack
to the line
output jack of the portable digital music
player or other component using an
audio connection cable (not supplied).
2
Turn the connected component on.
3
Press AUDIO IN
and start playing
sound on the connected component.
The sound from the connected component is
output from the speakers.
To connect the unit to a TV or video recorder/
player, use an extension cable (not supplied)
with a stereo-mini plug on one end and two
phono plugs (L/R) on the other end.
Notes
If the AUDIO IN jack
is connected to the
monaural output jack of a digital music player,
sound may not be emitted through the right
speaker of the unit.
If the AUDIO IN jack
is connected to the line out
jack of a digital music player, distortion may occur.
If the sound is distorted, connect to the
headphones jack instead.
If the AUDIO IN jack
is connected to the
headphones jack of a digital music player,
increase the volume of the digital music player,
and then adjust the volume of the unit.
Troubleshooting
General
The power does not turn on when the AC
power cord is connected.
Make sure the AC power cord is connected to
the wall outlet securely.
The power does not turn on during
battery operation.
Make sure the batteries are inserted correctly.
The unit enters standby mode
unexpectedly.
This is not a malfunction. The unit enters
standby mode automatically after about
15 minutes if there is no operation or audio
signal output. See “To use the power-
management function (European models
only).”
There is no sound.
Make sure the appropriate function is selected
for the music or sound source you want to
listen to.
Unplug the headphones when listening
through speakers.
CD/MP3 player
The CD player does not play or “noDISC”
is displayed even when a CD is in place.
Place the CD with the label side up.
Clean the CD.
Take out the CD and leave the CD
compartment open for about an hour to dry
moisture condensation.
The CD-R/CD-RW is blank or unfinalized.
There are no playable MP3 files on the disc.
There is a problem with the quality of the
CD-R/CD-RW, recording device or application
software.
Replace all the batteries with new ones if they
are exhausted.
The sound drops out.
Reduce the volume.
Clean the CD, or replace it if the CD is badly
damaged.
Place the unit in a location free from vibrations.
Clean the lens with a commercially available
blower.
The sound may drop out or noise may be
heard when using a poor quality CD-R/CD-RW
or if there is a problem with the recording
device or application software.
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 many folders or non-MP3
files.
Radio
The sound is weak or reception is poor.
Replace all the batteries with new ones.
Move the unit away from nearby TVs.
For FM reception, extend the antenna to its full
length, and reorient it for best FM reception.
For AM reception, reorient the unit itself to find
the best reception.
If you are in a building, listen near a window.
If a mobile phone is placed close to the unit, a
loud noise may be heard from the unit. Keep
the phone away from the unit.
The TV picture is unstable.
If you are listening to an FM program near a TV
with an indoor antenna, move the unit away
from the TV.
Tape
The tape does not move when you press
an operation button.
Close the cassette compartment cover
securely.
The
button does not function or the
tape does not start playback or recording.
Make sure that the overwrite protection tub
has not been removed.
Poor or distorted playback, recording or
erasing quality.
Clean the surfaces of the pinch roller, play/
recording head and erase-head as shown
below using a dry cotton swab. If the surfaces
are still dirty, clean them using a cotton swab
moistened with a commercially available
cleaning fluid.
Lever*
Play/Recording
head
Capstan
Erase-head
Pinch roller
* Expose the erase-head by
pressing the recording button (
) while holding down the lever
with your finger.
Demagnetize the heads using a commercially
available tape head demagnetizer.
Use a type I (normal) cassette tape. You cannot
use the type IV (metal) tapes or type II (high
position) tapes with this system. These types
may cause sound distortion.
After trying the suggested remedies, if the
problem persists, unplug the AC power cord or
remove all the batteries. After all the indications
on the display disappear, plug in the AC power
cord again, or re-insert the batteries. If the
problem persists, consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
Precautions
Discs that this unit CAN play
Audio CDs on the market that conform to the
CD-DA*
1
standard.
CD-R/CD-RW discs that contain audio tracks
and conform to the CD-DA*
1
standard.
CD-R/CD-RW discs that contain MP3 files and
are finalized*
2
correctly.
*1
CD-DA is the abbreviation for Compact Disc
Digital Audio. It is a recording standard used for
audio CDs.
*2
Finalizing is the process to make the CD-R/
CD-RW discs playable on the consumer disc
player products, and the finalizing can be
enabled or disabled as optional settings during
disc creation in most recording software.
Discs that this unit CANNOT play
CD-R/CD-RW discs other than those recorded
in audio CD format or formats conforming to
ISO 9660 Level 1/Level 2 or Joliet
CD-R/CD-RW discs of poor recording quality,
CD-R/CD-RW discs with scratches or those are
dirty, or CD-R/CD-RW discs recorded using an
incompatible recording device
CD-R/CD-RW discs that are unfinalized or
finalized incorrectly
CD-R/CD-RW discs that contain files created in
audio formats other than MP3
Notes on discs
Before playing, clean the CD with
a cleaning cloth. Wipe the CD
from the center out. If there are
scratches, dirt or fingerprints on
the CD, a tracking error may occur.
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, or 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 a sticker on the CD, or
scratch the surface of the CD.
After playing, store the CD in its case.
Note on DualDiscs
A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which
mates DVD recorded material on one side with
digital audio material on the other side.
However, since the audio material side does
not conform to the Compact Disc (CD)
standard, playback on this product is not
guaranteed.
Music discs encoded with copyright
protection technologies
This product is designed to playback discs that
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.
Recently, various music discs encoded with
copyright protection technologies are
marketed by some record companies. Please
be aware that among those discs, there are
some that do not conform to the CD standard
and may not be playable by this product.
Notes on cassettes
Remove the overwrite protection tab from side
A or B to prevent accidental recording. If you
want to reuse the tape for recording, cover the
broken tab using adhesive tape.
Side A
Tab for side B
Tab for side A
The use of a cassette tape with more than
90 minutes of play time is not recommended
except for long, continuous recording or
playback.
On safety
As the laser beam used in the CD player
section is harmful to eyes, do not attempt to
disassemble the casing. Refer servicing to
qualified personnel only.
Should any solid object or liquid fall into the
unit, unplug the unit, 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 unit.
Attempting to do so may damage the unit. Do
not use such discs.
On power sources
For AC operation, use the supplied AC power
cord; do not use any other cord.
Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if it is not
to be used for an extended period of time.
When not using the batteries, remove them to
avoid damage that can be caused by battery
leakage or corrosion.
On placement
Do not leave the unit 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 unit on an inclined or
unstable surface.
Do not place anything within 10 mm of the rear
of the cabinet. The ventilation openings must
be unobstructed for the unit 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 spring-wound watches away from
the unit to prevent possible damage from the
magnet.
On operation
If the unit 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 unit will not operate properly. In this case,
remove the CD and wait about an hour for the
moisture to evaporate.
On handling the unit
Do not leave the CD compartment open to
avoid dust and debris contamination.
On cleaning the cabinet
Clean the cabinet, panel and controls using 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 unit, consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
Specifications
CD player section
System
Compact disc digital audio system
Laser diode properties
Emission duration: Continuous
Laser output: Less than 44.6 μW
(This output is the value measurement at a
distance of 200 mm from the objective lens
surface on the optical pick-up block with 7 mm
aperture.)
Number of channels
2
Frequency response
20 Hz
20,000 Hz +1/–2 dB
Wow and flutter
Below measurable limit
Supported audio format
MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer-3)
Bit rates: 32 kbps
320 kbps, VBR
Sampling frequencies: 32/44.1/48 kHz
Radio section
Frequency range
European, Australian, Taiwan, Thai and
Arabian models
FM: 87.5 MHz
108 MHz (50 kHz step)
AM: 531 kHz
1,602 kHz (9 kHz step)
Korean model
FM: 87.5 MHz
108 MHz (100 kHz step)
AM: 531 kHz
1,602 kHz (9 kHz step)
Philippines, Singapore, Malaysia and India
models
FM: 87.5 MHz
108 MHz (100 kHz step)
87.5 MHz
108 MHz (50 kHz step)
AM: 530 kHz
1,610 kHz (10 kHz step)
531 kHz
1,602 kHz (9 kHz step)
Intermediate frequency
FM: 300 kHz
AM: 400 kHz
Antennas
FM: Telescopic antenna
AM: Built-in ferrite bar antenna
Tape deck section
Recording system
4-track 2-channel, stereo
Fast winding time
Approx. 150 s (sec.) with Sony cassette C-60
Frequency response
Type I (normal): 80 Hz – 10,000 Hz
Input
AUDIO IN
Stereo mini jack
Output
(headphones) stereo mini jack
For 16
32
impedance headphones
General
Speaker
Full range, 8 cm dia., 4
, cone type (2)
Power output
1.7 W + 1.7 W (at 4
, 10% harmonic distortion)
Power requirements
European and Australian models
230 V AC, 50 Hz (AC power supply)
9 V DC (6 R14 (size C) batteries)
Taiwan model
120 V AC, 60 Hz (AC power supply)
9 V DC (6 R14 (size C) batteries)
Philippines, Singapore, Malaysia and India
models
230 V
240 V AC, 50 Hz (AC power supply)
9 V DC (6 R14 (size C) batteries)
Thai model
220 V AC, 50 Hz (AC power supply)
9 V DC (6 R14 (size C) batteries)
Korean model
220 V AC, 60 Hz (AC power supply)
9 V DC (6 R14 (size C) batteries)
Arabian model
220 V
240 V AC, 50/60 Hz (AC power
supply)
9 V DC (6 R14 (size C) batteries)
Power consumption
AC 12 W (approx. 0.8 W at the power saving
mode)
Battery Life*
1,
*
2
Playback of CD
Approx. 8 hours (at a volume level of around
24)
Recording FM programs
Approx. 19 hours
Playback of tape
Approx. 13 hours (at a volume level of around
24)
*
1
Measured by Sony standards. The actual
battery life may vary depending on the
circumstances of the unit or operating
conditions.
*
2
When using Sony alkaline batteries
Dimensions
Approx. 320 mm × 139 mm × 219 mm (W/H/D)
(incl. projecting parts)
Mass
Approx. 2.0 kg
Approx. 2.3 kg (including the weight of a disc,
batteries and a cassette tape)
Supplied accessories
AC power cord (1)
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Rear
