To resume playing from the point
you stopped the CD (Resume Play)
Normally, every time you stop and play,
playing starts from the beginning of the CD.
The resume play function, however, let you
listen to from the point at which you last
turned off the Discman.
Set RESUME to ON.
To cancel resume play, set RESUME to OFF.
Notes
• Even if RESUME is set to ON, playing starts
from the beginning when you open the lid.
• The resume point may be inaccurate by about
30 seconds.
To turn off the beep
You can turn off the beep that sounds as you
operate your Discman. (You cannot turn off the
beep that sounds during the radio operation.)
Disconnect the power source (AC power
adaptor, rechargeable battery or alkaline
batteries). While you press and hold down
p
,
connect the power source again. To make the
beep sound again, disconnect the power source,
and then connect it without pressing
p
.
Connecting to other
stereo equipment
You can listen to the CD through other stereo
equipment or record a CD on a cassette tape.
Refer to the instruction manual of the other
equipment for details. Before making
connections, turn off each piece of equipment.
Notes
• Before you play the CD, turn down the volume
of the connected equipment so as not to
damage the connected speakers.
• The beep sound is not output from the LINE
OUT jack.
• When you connect other equipment to the
LINE OUT jack, you cannot adjust the volume
by this unit.
To improve broadcast reception
For FM, extend the earphones cord.
For AM, reorient the Discman itself.
Note
• Keep the headphones/earphones connected to
the PHONES/REMOTE jack of the player even
when listening to the FM program through the
speakers connected to the LINE OUT jack of the
player. The headphones/earphones cord works
as the FM antenna.
When listening to the radio on dry
batteries or rechargeable battery
If you connect the external power source plug
to the DC IN 4.5 V jack of your Discman, the
radio station will change to the initial one
(default). Tune in the station again to
continue listening to it.
Presetting radio stations
You can store radio stations into the
Discman’s memory. You can preset up to 30
stations, 5 for each band (FM1, FM2, FM3,
FM4, FM5 and AM) in any order. Once you’ve
preset the stations, press one of the
1 - 5 buttons to tune in your favorite stations.
1
Tune in the station you want.
2
Hold down one of the 1 - 5 buttons that
you want to preset the new station on for
more than 2 seconds.
When the station is preset successfully,
the beep sounds and the indications
“PRESET” and
M
appear in the display.
The new station replaces the old one.
FM:
AM:
Playing preset radio stations
1
Press BAND to select the band.
2
Press the number button to tune in a stored
station.
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Power Sources
Using rechargeable
battery
Charge the rechargeable battery before using
it for the first time.
You can use either BP-DM10 or BP-DM20
rechargeable battery for this unit. You can use
them in the same way, but their charging time
and battery life are different. Check the model
number of your rechargeable battery, and use
it.
1
Set the CD/RADIO switch to “CD
(RADIO OFF).”
2
Open the lid of the battery compartment.
3
Insert the rechargeable battery so that the
word “SONY” is facing the same
direction as illustrated inside the lid, and
close the lid.
4
Connect the AC power adaptor.
The indications “CHG” and
light up.
Charge for about 2 hours (for BP-DM10)
or 3 hours (for BP-DM20).
5
When fully charged, “CHG” and
disappears. Disconnect the AC power
adaptor.
When to charge the battery
When the battery becomes weak,
indication appears in the display. If the
battery is used up, “
Lo batt
” appears in
the display. Charge the rechargeable battery.
To keep the original battery capacity for a
long time, recharge the battery when the
battery is used up (discharged).
Notes
• Charging time varies depending on how the
rechargeable battery is used.
• If the battery is new or has not been used for a
long time, it may not be charged completely
until you charge and discharge it several times.
• If the battery life becomes shorter by about half,
replace it with Sony BP-DM10 or BP-DM20
rechargeable battery. Do not use any other
rechargeable battery (R6 type rechargeable
battery, etc.).
Playing a CD in a car
You can use your Discman in a car as
illustrated below.
To connect your Discman to a car cassette
deck, you need the following accessories:
• Car connecting pack CPA-9
• Car battery cord DCC-E245
or,
• Mount kit CPM-300PC (Mount plate + Car
connecting pack + Car battery cord)
or,
• Car battery cord with car connecting pack
DCC-E26CP
Refer to the instruction manual of each
accessory for details.
When you use the CPM-300PC mount
kit/CPM-300P mount plate
Attach the car mount adaptor supplied to the
CPM-300PC/300P before installing the
Discman.
Notes
• Do not put the Discman on the dashboard.
• Do not leave the Discman in a car parked
under sunlight.
• Use a Sony car connecting pack for reducing
noise.
Switched ignition function
With this feature, your Discman stops
automatically when you turn off the engine of
the car. (This function is not possible with
some cars depending on the model).
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Radio operations
Listening to the radio
1
Set the CD/RADIO switch to “RADIO.”
2
Press BAND until the band you want
appears.
Each time you press the button, the
display changes: FM1
n
FM2
n
FM3
n
FM4
n
FM5
n
AM.
3
Press /– to tune in the station
you want and adjust the volume.
To turn off the radio
Set the CD/RADIO switch to “CD (RADIO
OFF).”
Note
• When you do not listen to the radio, set the
CD/RADIO switch to “CD (RADIO OFF)” to
save the battery power.
To tune in the station quickly
Hold down /– in step 3 until the
frequency digits begin to change in the
display. The Discman automatically scans the
radio frequencies and stops when it finds a
clear station.
(rear)
LINE IN or
REC IN
Stereo system,
cassette recorder,
radio cassette
recorder, etc.
Connecting cord
RK-G129HG
Left (white)
Right (red)
LINE OUT
to a wall outlet
DC IN 4.5 V
AC power adaptor
BAND
VOLUME
BAND
1 - 5
BAND
1 - 5
Using dry batteries
1
Open the lid of the battery compartment.
2
Insert two LR6 (size AA) alkaline
batteries by matching the
‘
and
’
to the
diagram inside the battery compartment
and close the lid.
When to replace the dry batteries
When the battery becomes weak,
indication appears in the display. If the
batteries are used up, “
Lo batt
” appears in
the display.Replace all the batteries with new
ones.
Notes
• Do not charge the dry batteries.
• Do not mix new batteries with old ones.
• Do not use different types of batteries together.
• Do not use manganese batteries for this unit.
• When the batteries are not to be used for a long
time, remove them.
Battery life (approx. hours)
When using
CD
Radio
play
on
BP-DM20
8
13
(charged for
about 3 hours*)
Two alkaline batteries
15
25
BP-DM10
3.5
6.5
(charged for
about 2 hours*)
(When the unit is used on a flat and stable place)
*Charging time varies depending on how the
rechargeable battery is used.
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Additional Information
Precautions
On safety
• Should any solid objects or liquid fall into the
unit, 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 power sources
• When you are not using the unit for a long
time, disconnect all power sources from the
unit.
• The nameplate indicating operating voltage,
power consumption, etc. is located at the
bottom of the AC power adaptor (for EA3
only.)
On the AC power adaptor
• Use only the supplied AC power adaptor. If
your unit is not supplied with it, use AC-
E45HG AC power adaptor. Do not use any
other AC power adaptor.
• To unplug the AC power adaptor from the wall
outlet, grasp the adaptor itself, do not pull its
cord.
On dry and rechargeable batteries
• Do not throw the batteries into fire.
• Do not carry the rechargeable battery with
coins or other metallic objects. It can generate
heat if the positive and negative terminals of
the battery are accidentally contacted by a
metallic object.
On the unit
• Keep the lens on the unit clean and do not
touch it. If you do so, the lens may be damaged
and the unit will not operate properly.
• Do not put any heavy object on top of the unit.
The unit and the CD may be damaged.
• Do not leave the unit in a location near heat
sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight,
excessive dust or sand, moisture, rain,
mechanical shock, unleveled surface, or in a car
with its windows closed.
• If the unit causes interference to the radio or
television reception, turn off the unit or move it
away from the radio or television.
• Do not wrap the unit in a cloth or blanket
during use as it may cause malfunction or
serious accidents.
On headphones/earphones
Road safety
Do not use headphones/earphones while
driving, cycling, or operating any motorized
vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is
illegal in some areas. It can also be potentially
dangerous to play your headsets at high volume
while walking, especially at pedestrian crossings.
You should exercise extreme caution or
discontinue use in potentially hazardous
situations.
Preventing hearing damage
Avoid using headphones/earphones at high
volume. Hearing experts advise against
continuous, loud and extended play. If you
experience a ringing in your ears, reduce volume
or discontinue use.
Caring for others
Keep the volume at a moderate level. This will
allow you to hear outside sounds and to be
considerate to the people around you.
Polarity of the plug
Lens
(rear)
Maintenance
To clean the lens
Clean the lens with a lens cleaning kit KK-DM1.
To clean the casing
Use a soft cloth slightly moistened in water or a
mild detergent solution. Do not use alcohol,
benzine or thinner.
Troubleshooting
Should any problem persist after you have made
these checks, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
The CD does not play or “
no dlSC
”
appears in the display though a CD
is placed in the unit.
m
The CD is dirty or defective.
m
Insert the CD with the label side up.
m
Moisture condensation has occurred.
Leave the unit aside for several hours until
the moisture evaporates.
m
The lens is dirty.
m
Close the lid of the unit and the battery
compartment firmly.
m
Make sure the batteries are inserted
correctly.
m
Connect the AC power adaptor to a wall
outlet securely.
When you press
^
, “00” appears in
the display for a moment, and
disappears. The CD does not play.
m
Rechargeable battery or dry batteries are
used up. Charge the rechargeable battery
or replace dry batteries with new ones.
No sound, or noise is heard.
m
Connect the plugs firmly.
m
Plugs are dirty. Clean the plugs with a dry
soft cloth periodically.
“
Hl dc ln
” appears in the display.
m
Use only the supplied AC power adaptor
or recommended AC power adaptor AC-
E45HG (not supplied).
“
Hold
”
appears in the display when
you press a button.
m
The buttons are locked. Slide HOLD back.
“
Lo batt
”
appears in the display
when you press a button.
m
The rechargeable battery is used up
completely. Connect the AC power
adaptor and charge the battery.
m
The dry batteries are use up. Replace them
with new ones.
The battery life is short.
m
Manganese batteries are used. Use alkaline
batteries.
m
Replace the batteries with new ones.
The volume is limited to a certain
level even if you attempt to turn it
up.
m
AVLS selector is set to LIMIT. Set it to
NORM.
When listening to the radio, the
audio is weak or has poor quality.
m
Replace the batteries with new ones.
m
Move the unit away from the TV.
Specifications
CD player section
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 (measured at
200 mm away from the objective lens surface)
Error correction
Sony Super Strategy Cross Interleave Reed
Solomon Code
D-A conversion
1-bit quartz time-axis control
Frequency response
20 - 20,000 Hz
+1
dB (measured by EIAJ CP-
307)
Output (at 4.5 V input level)
Headphones (stereo minijack)
15 mW + 15 mW at 16 ohms
Line output (stereo minijack)
Output level 0.7 V rms at 50 kilohms
Recommended load impedance over 10
kilohms
Radio section
Frequency range
FM: 87.5 - 108.0 MHz
AM 531 - 1,602 kHz
Antenna
FM: Headphones cord antenna
AM: Built-in ferrite bar antenna
General
For the area code of the model you purchased,
check the upper left side of the bar code on the
package.
Power requirements
• Sony BP-DM10 Rechargeable battery:
2.4 V DC, Ni-Cd, 650 mAh
Sony BP-DM20 Rechargeable battery:
2.4 V DC, Ni-MH, 1,200 mAh
• Two LR6 (size AA) batteries: 3 V DC
• AC power adaptor (DC IN 4.5 V jack):
U2/CA2/E92 model: 120 V, 60 Hz
CED/CEF/E13/CN2 model: 220 - 230 V,
50/60 Hz
CEK model: 230 - 240 V, 50 Hz
EA3 model: 110 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz
AU2 model: 240 V, 50 Hz
JEW/E33 model: 100 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz
• Sony CPM-300P mount plate for use on car
battery: 4.5 V DC
Dimensions (w/h/d) (without projecting parts
and controls)
Approx. 132
×
34.0
×
135.6 mm
(5
1
⁄
4
×
1
3
⁄
8
×
5
3
⁄
8
in.)
Mass (without rechargeable battery)
Approx. 280 g (9.9 oz)
Operating temperature
5°C - 35°C (41°F - 95°F)
Supplied accessories
AC power adaptor (1)
Earphones (1)
Connecting cord (Phono plug
×
2
↔
stereo
miniplug) (1)
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Recommended accessories
Mount plate CPM-300P
Mount kit CPM-450PC*
Mount kit CPM-300PC
Car connecting pack CPA-9
Car battery cord with car connecting pack
DCC-E26CP
Car battery cord DCC-E245
Active speaker system SRS-A21, SRS-A41,
SRS-A71
Rechargeable battery BP-DM10, BP-DM20
Connecting cord RK-G129HG
AC power adaptor AC-E45HG
Stereo headphones MDR-35, MDR-E848
*Sold in Japan only
Your dealer may not handle some of the above
listed accessories. Please ask the dealer for
detailed information about the accessories in
your country.
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Earphones
CD/RADIO
/–
/–
RESUME
ON
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