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Other Operations

Using the display

You can check information about the currently 
playing audio file from the disc/USB device using 
the display.

Information about the total number of 
tracks and the playing time of an audio 
CD

After the CD is loaded and the reading process is 
completed, the total number of tracks and the 
total playing time are displayed.

Total number of tracks

Total playing time

Information about the total number of 
folders on an MP3/WMA disc

After the MP3/WMA disc is loaded and the 
reading process is completed, the total number 
of folders is displayed. The total number of files 
and the total playing time are not displayed.

(Example: MP3 disc)

Total number of folders

To check MP3/WMA/AAC file information

Press DISPLAY 

 repeatedly while playing a 

disc/USB device. The display changes as follows:

Song title ( )*

1

Artist name ( )*

1

Album name ( )*

1

Current file number and playing time*

2

*

1

 If the file does not have corresponding ID3 

information, the file name, “NO ARTIST,” and “NO 
ALBUM” scroll.

*

2

 The artist name or album name will change to this 

in a few seconds.

Selecting play mode

You can set the unit to play tracks/files 
repeatedly or in random order on a disc/USB 
device.

Press MODE 

 repeatedly while a disc/USB 

playback is stopped.

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)

*  These functions are available only for MP3/WMA/

AAC files.

To repeat

Do this

A single track/
MP3/WMA/AAC 
file

1   Press  MODE 

 repeatedly 

until “  1” appears.

2   Press 

 or 

 

 to 

select an audio file that you 
want to repeat.

3   Press 

 

 to start Repeat 

Play.

All tracks/MP3/
WMA/AAC files

1   Press  MODE 

 repeatedly 

until “ ” appears.

2   Press 

 

 to start Repeat 

Play.

A selected 
folder on a disc 
or USB device

1   Press  MODE 

 repeatedly 

until “ ” (Folder) and “ ” 
appear.

2   Select the folder by  

pressing   

 or + 

.

3   Press 

 

 to start Repeat 

Play.

Note

During Shuffle Play mode, you cannot select the 
previous track/file by pressing 

 

, nor select a 

folder by pressing   + or 

 

.

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.

Press RADIO FM/AM   AUTO PRESET 

 

repeatedly to select the band.

Hold down RADIO FM/AM   AUTO 
PRESET 

 until “AUTO” flashes on the 

display.

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.

Press RADIO FM/AM   AUTO PRESET 

 

repeatedly to select the band.

Tune to a station you want.

Press MANUAL PRESET 

.

The band selected (“FM-xx” or “AM-xx”) 
appears on the display.

Press PRESET 

 or + 

 until the preset 

number you want for the station flashes 
on the display.

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.

Tip

The preset radio stations remain in the unit’s 
memory even in the following situations.

ˎ

The AC power cord is unplugged.

ˎ

The batteries are removed.

Listening to the radio from 

preset radio stations

Press RADIO FM/AM   AUTO PRESET 

 

repeatedly to select the band.

Press PRESET 

 or + 

 to select the 

radio station’s stored preset number.

Setting the Sleep Timer

You can fall asleep while listening to the radio or 
music from the connected device using the sleep 
timer.
The unit turns off automatically after a preset 
duration.

Play the music source you want.

Press SLEEP 

 repeatedly to select the 

sleep time duration.

Each time you press the button, the indication 
changes as follows:

AUTO*

60MIN

30MIN

OFF

10MIN

20MIN

*  For the CD or USB function, the unit turns off 

automatically when playback finishes or after 
90 minutes. When using the BLUETOOTH, radio 
or AUDIO IN function, the unit turns off after 90 
minutes.

The sleep time duration is displayed for a few 
seconds, then the display returns to the 
previous indication. When the setting 
becomes effective, the display will dim and 
the light sync function will turn off.
When the preset time has passed, the unit 
turns off automatically.

Note

Music playback on a device connected to the 
AUDIO IN jack 

does not stop automatically. To 

stop playback on the connected device, operate 
the connected device.

To cancel the sleep function

Press SLEEP 

 repeatedly to select “OFF.”

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.

To AUDIO 
IN jack

Audio connection cable 
(not supplied)

To component
(e.g., portable 
digital music 
player)

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).

Turn the connected component on.

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 VCR, use an 
extension cable (not supplied) with a stereo-
mini jack on one end and two phono plugs on 
the other end.

Notes

ˎ

ˎ

If connected to the monaural output jack of a 
digital music player, sound may not come through 
the right speaker of the unit.

ˎ

ˎ

If connected to the line output jack of a digital 
music player, distortion may occur. If the sound is 
distorted, connect to the headphones jack of a 
digital music player instead.

ˎ

ˎ

If 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.

Precautions

Discs that this unit CAN play

ˎ

ˎ

Audio CD (CD-DA*

1

 tracks)

ˎ

ˎ

CD-R/CD-RW that contains MP3/WMA files and    
is 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

ˎ

ˎ

CD-R/CD-RW other than those recorded in 
audio CD format or formats conforming to ISO 
9660 Level 1/Level 2 or Joliet

ˎ

ˎ

CD-R/CD-RW of poor recording quality, CD-R/
CD-RW with scratches or that is dirty, or CD-R/
CD-RW recorded using an incompatible 
recording device

ˎ

ˎ

CD-R/CD-RW that is unfinalized or finalized 
incorrectly

Notes on discs

ˎ

ˎ

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.

ˎ

ˎ

Do not use solvents such as 
benzine, thinner, commercially 
available cleaners or anti-static 
spray intended for vinyl LPs.

ˎ

ˎ

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.

ˎ

ˎ

Do not stick paper or a sticker on the CD, or 
scratch the surface of the CD.

ˎ

ˎ

After playing, store the CD in its case.

Note on DualDiscs

ˎ

ˎ

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

ˎ

ˎ

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.

On safety

ˎ

ˎ

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.

ˎ

ˎ

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.

ˎ

ˎ

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

ˎ

ˎ

For AC operation, use the supplied AC power 
cord; do not use any other cord. 

ˎ

ˎ

Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if it is not 
to be used for an extended period of time.

ˎ

ˎ

When not using the batteries, remove them to 
avoid damage that can be caused by battery 
leakage or corrosion.

On placement

ˎ

ˎ

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.

ˎ

ˎ

Do not place the unit on an inclined or 
unstable surface.

ˎ

ˎ

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.

ˎ

ˎ

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

ˎ

ˎ

Condensation may form on outer surfaces or 
internally, and cause the unit to malfunction if 
the unit is suddenly moved from a cold to a 
warm environment. If condensation forms, turn 
off the unit, and leave the unit off until the 
moisture evaporates. Do not use the unit until 
the condensation has fully evaporated.

On cleaning the cabinet

ˎ

ˎ

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.

On BLUETOOTH communication

ˎ

ˎ

BLUETOOTH wireless technology operates 
within a range of about 10 meters. 
The maximum communication range may vary 
depending on obstacles (human body, metal, 
wall, etc.) or the electromagnetic environment.

The unit

Steel cabinet

Optimal performance

Limited performance

ˎ

ˎ

The following conditions may affect the 
sensitivity of BLUETOOTH communication.

ˎ

There is an obstacle such as a person, metal, 
or wall between this unit and the BLUETOOTH 
device used.

ˎ

Devices or equipment such as wireless LAN 
devices, microwave oven, cordless telephone, 
etc., using a 2.4 GHz frequency band, are in 
use near the unit.

ˎ

The unit is placed on a shelf made of steel.

ˎ

ˎ

Because both the BLUETOOTH and the wireless 
LAN (IEEE802.11b/g/n) devices use the same 
frequency band (2.4 GHz), microwave 
interference may occur, resulting in 
communication speed deterioration, noise, or 
invalid connection if this unit is used near 
wireless LAN devices. In such cases, do the 
following.

ˎ

If this unit is used within 10 m of other 
wireless LAN devices, turn off the wireless 
LAN devices if possible, or place this unit at 
least 10 m away from the wireless LAN 
devices.

ˎ

Use the BLUETOOTH device as close to the 
unit as possible.

ˎ

ˎ

Microwaves emitting from a BLUETOOTH 
device may affect the operation of electronic 
medical devices. Turn off the power on this unit 
and the BLUETOOTH device in the following 
locations, as they may cause an accident.

ˎ

Where inflammable gas is present, in a 
hospital, train, airplane, or a petrol station

ˎ

Near automatic doors or a fire alarm

ˎ

ˎ

This unit supports security capabilities that 
comply with the BLUETOOTH standard to 
provide a secure connection when BLUETOOTH 
wireless technology is used, but security may 
be insufficient, depending on the setting. Be 
careful when communicating using 
BLUETOOTH wireless technology.

ˎ

ˎ

Sony cannot accept any responsibility for 
leakage of information when using the 
BLUETOOTH function of this unit.

ˎ

ˎ

Connection with all BLUETOOTH devices cannot 
be guaranteed.

ˎ

BLUETOOTH devices used with this unit must 
conform to the BLUETOOTH standard 
specified by Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and must be 
certified to comply.

ˎ

Even when the connected BLUETOOTH device 
conforms to the above mentioned 
BLUETOOTH standard, some devices may not 
be connected or work correctly, depending 
on the features or specifications of the 
device.

ˎ

ˎ

Depending on the device to be connected, it 
may require some time to start 
communication.

If you have any questions or problems 
concerning your unit, consult your nearest Sony 
dealer.

Troubleshooting

General

“LIGHT SYNC DEMO MODE” appears on 
the display.

ˎ

ˎ

With the unit turned on, set the automatic 
demonstration off by pressing MODE 

 until 

“DEMO MODE OFF” appears on the display.

The unit does not turn on when the AC 
power cord is connected.

ˎ

ˎ

Make sure the AC power cord is connected to 
the wall outlet securely.

The unit does not turn on during battery 
operation.

ˎ

ˎ

Make sure the batteries are inserted correctly.

There is no sound.

ˎ

ˎ

Make sure the appropriate function is selected 
for the music or sound source you want to 
listen to.

The sound is noisy.

ˎ

ˎ

Is someone using a mobile phone or other 
equipment emitting radio waves near the unit? 
If so, move the unit and the BLUETOOTH device 
away from such devices. Devices such as 
mobile phones, etc., can affect BLUETOOTH 
communication.

CD/MP3/WMA player

The CD player does not play or “NO DISC” 
is displayed even when a CD is in place.

ˎ

ˎ

Place the CD with the label side up.

ˎ

ˎ

Clean the CD.

ˎ

ˎ

Take out the CD and leave the CD 
compartment open for about an hour to dry 
any condensation.

ˎ

ˎ

The CD-R/CD-RW may be blank or unfinalized.

ˎ

ˎ

There are no playable MP3/WMA files on the 
disc.

ˎ

ˎ

There is a problem with the quality of the 
CD-R/CD-RW, recording device or application 
software.

ˎ

ˎ

Replace all the batteries with new ones if they 
are exhausted.

The sound drops out (stops briefly).

ˎ

ˎ

Reduce the volume.

ˎ

ˎ

Clean the CD, or replace it if the CD is badly 
damaged.

ˎ

ˎ

Place the unit in a location free from vibrations.

ˎ

ˎ

Clean the audio laser lens with a commercially 
available blower.

ˎ

ˎ

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.

ˎ

ˎ

The following discs take a longer time to start 
playback.

ˎ

A disc recorded with a complicated tree 
structure.

ˎ

A disc that has many folders or non-MP3/
WMA files.

USB device

“NO TRACK” is displayed when a USB 
device is connected.

ˎ

ˎ

There are no playable MP3/WMA/AAC files on 
the USB device.

The USB device does not work properly.

ˎ

ˎ

If you connect an incompatible USB device, the 
following problems may occur.

ˎ

The USB device is not recognized.

ˎ

File or folder names are not displayed on this 
unit.

ˎ

Playback is not possible.

ˎ

The sound skips.

ˎ

There is noise.

ˎ

The sound output is distorted.

“OVER CURRENT” appears.

ˎ

ˎ

An abnormal level has been detected in the 
electrical current from the 

 (USB) port 

Turn off the unit and remove the USB device 
from the 

 (USB) port 

. Try using another 

USB device. If this message persists, contact 
your nearest Sony dealer.

There is no sound.

ˎ

ˎ

The USB device may be connected incorrectly. 
Turn off the unit and reconnect the USB device. 
Then turn on the unit.

There is noise, skipping, or distorted 
sound.

ˎ

ˎ

Turn off the unit and reconnect the USB device. 
Then turn on the unit again.

ˎ

ˎ

The music data itself contains noise, or the 
sound is distorted. Noise may have entered 
during the creation of audio files. Try re-
creating audio files and use them to play on 
this unit.

The USB device cannot be connected to 
the 

 (USB) port 

.

ˎ

ˎ

The connector on the USB device or the USB 
cable is being inserted backwards. Insert it to 
the 

 (USB) port 

 in the correct direction.

“READING” is displayed for an extended 
time, or it takes a long time before 
playback starts.

ˎ

ˎ

The reading process can take a long time in the 
following cases:

ˎ

There are many folders or files on the USB 
device.

ˎ

The file structure is complex.

ˎ

The memory is almost full.

ˎ

The internal memory is fragmented.

To avoid the above problems, we recommend 
that you adhere to the following guidelines:

ˎ

Keep the total number of folders on a USB 
device to 100 or less.

ˎ

Keep the total number of files per folder to 
100 or less.

Erroneous display

ˎ

ˎ

The data stored on the USB device may be 
corrupted. Send the music data to the USB 
device again.

ˎ

ˎ

This unit can display only uppercase letters (A 
to Z), numbers (0 to 9) and underscore (_). 
Other characters will not be displayed correctly.

The USB device is not recognized.

ˎ

ˎ

Turn off the unit and reconnect the USB device. 
Then turn on the unit.

ˎ

ˎ

The USB device is not functioning properly. 
Refer to the USB device operation manual.

Play does not start.

ˎ

ˎ

Turn off the unit and reconnect the USB device. 
Then turn on the unit.

Play does not start from the first track.

ˎ

ˎ

Set the play mode to Normal Play.

MP3/WMA/AAC files cannot be played 
back.

ˎ

ˎ

The audio files may have inappropriate file 
extensions. The file extensions supported by 
this unit are as follows:

ˎ

MP3: file extension “.mp3”

ˎ

WMA: file extension “.wma”

ˎ

AAC: file extension “.m4a”

ˎ

ˎ

The audio files may have been created in 
formats other than MP3/WMA/AAC formats.

ˎ

ˎ

The USB storage device uses a file system 
other than FAT16 or FAT32.*

ˎ

ˎ

The USB storage device is partitioned. Only 
MP3/WMA/AAC files in the first partition can 
be played.

ˎ

ˎ

Playback is possible up to 9 directory levels.

ˎ

ˎ

The number of folders on the device exceeds 
300 (including the “ROOT” folder).

ˎ

ˎ

The number of files on the device exceeds 999.

ˎ

ˎ

The number of files per folder exceeds 999.

ˎ

ˎ

The files are encrypted or protected by 
passwords.

*  This unit supports FAT16 and FAT32, but some USB 

storage media may not support both file systems.  
For details, refer to the operation manual of the 
USB storage device or contact the manufacturer.

BLUETOOTH device

There is no sound.

ˎ

ˎ

Make sure that this unit is not too far from the 
BLUETOOTH device (or smartphone), or that 
this unit is not receiving interference from a 
wireless LAN, another 2.4 GHz wireless device, 
or a microwave oven.

ˎ

ˎ

Check that the BLUETOOTH connection was 
completed properly between this unit and the 
BLUETOOTH device (or smartphone).

ˎ

ˎ

Perform pairing again (see “To pair with a 
BLUETOOTH device”).

ˎ

ˎ

Keep away from metal objects or surfaces.

ˎ

ˎ

Make sure that the BLUETOOTH function is 
activated on the BLUETOOTH device (or 
smartphone).

The sound skips or the correspondence 
distance is short.

ˎ

ˎ

If other equipment that generates 
electromagnetic radiation, such as a wireless 
LAN, other BLUETOOTH device(s), or a 
microwave oven is nearby, move the device 
and the unit away from such equipment if 
possible.

ˎ

ˎ

Remove any obstacle between this unit and 
the device or move the device and the unit 
away from the obstacle.

ˎ

ˎ

Locate this unit and the device as close to each 
other as possible.

ˎ

ˎ

Re-position this unit.

ˎ

ˎ

Re-position the BLUETOOTH device or 
smartphone.

A connection cannot be established.

ˎ

ˎ

Perform pairing again (see “To pair with a 
BLUETOOTH device”).

Messages

CANNOT PLAY: 

 An unplayable disc is in the CD 

compartment. (Example: broken disc)

DEVICE FULL: 

 A USB device does not have 

enough capacity to record.

FOLDER FULL: 

 The number of folders in a USB 

device has reached maximum.

NO BT: 

 BLUETOOTH connection is not 

established.

NO DEV: 

 A USB device is being/has been 

removed.

NO DISC: 

 There is no disc in the CD 

compartment.

NO TRACK: 

 The tracks/files on the disc/USB 

device are not playable/recordable.

NOT SUPPORT: 

 An unsupported disc is in the CD 

compartment, or an unsupported USB device is 
connected.

NOT USED: 

 You tried to perform a specific 

operation under prohibited conditions.

PROTECT: 

 Recording on a write-protect USB 

device was attempted.

TRACK FULL: 

 The number of files in a USB 

device has reached maximum.

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

USB section

Supported bit rates

MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer-3):
32 kbps - 320 kbps, VBR
WMA:
48 kbps - 192 kbps, VBR
AAC (MPEG 4 AAC-LC):
16 kbps - 320 kbps, VBR

Sampling frequencies

MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer-3):
32/44.1/48 kHz
WMA:
32/44.1/48 kHz
AAC (MPEG 4 AAC-LC):
32/44.1/48 kHz

BLUETOOTH section

Communication System

BLUETOOTH Specification Version 3.0

Modulation method

FHSS

Output

BLUETOOTH Specification Power Class 2

Maximum communication range

Line of sight approx. 10 m*

1

Frequency band

2.4 GHz band (2.4000 GHz - 2.4835 GHz)

Supported BLUETOOTH Profiles*

2

A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)
AVRCP*

3

 (Audio/Video Remote Control Profile)

Supported codec*

4

SBC (Subband Codec)

*

1

 The actual range will vary depending on factors 

such as obstacles between devices, magnetic 
fields around a microwave oven, static electricity, 
reception sensitivity, aerial performance, operating 
system, application software, etc.

*

2

 BLUETOOTH standard profiles provide the 

specifications for BLUETOOTH communication 
between devices.

*

3

 Some operations may not be available depending 

on the device.

*

4

 Codec: Audio signal compression and conversion 

format

Radio section

Frequency range

FM: 87.5 MHz - 108.0 MHz
AM: 531 kHz - 1,602 kHz

Antennas

FM: Telescopic antenna
AM: Built-in ferrite bar antenna

Input

AUDIO IN

Stereo mini jack

 (USB) port 

Type A, maximum current 500 mA, USB 2.0 Full 
Speed compatible

General

Speaker

Full range: 10 cm dia., 4.6 Ω, cone type (2)
Woofer: 13 cm dia., 4.6 Ω, cone type (1)
Tweeter: 3.5 cm dia. (2)

Power output

4 W + 4 W (at 4.6 Ω, 10% harmonic distortion)
Woofer:
12 W (at 4.6 Ω, 10% harmonic distortion)

Power requirements

For unit:

Australia and Europe models

230 V AC, 50 Hz (AC power supply)
12 V DC (8 R20 (size D) batteries)

Other countries/regions

220 V - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz (AC power 
supply)
12 V DC (8 R20 (size D) batteries)

For remote control:

3 V DC, 2 R6 (size AA) batteries

Power consumption

AC 15 W

Power consumption (during standby mode)

Less than 0.9 W

Power consumption (during BLUETOOTH standby  
function)

Less than 1.8 W

Battery Life*

1

, *

2

CD playback

Approx. 20 hours

USB device playback

Approx. 16 hours (at 100 mA load)
Approx. 8 hours (at 500 mA load)

BLUETOOTH device playback

Approx. 22 hours

FM reception

Approx. 26 hours

*

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. 600 mm × 210 mm × 355.5 mm 
(W/H/D) (incl. projecting parts)

Mass

Approx. 8.0 kg (incl. batteries)

Supplied accessories

AC power cord (1)
Remote control (1)

Design and specifications are subject to change 
without notice.

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 (on the unit and remote) 

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remote) have a tactile dot.

Unit

Remote

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Check that the BLUETOOTH device is 
compatible with this unit. For the latest 
information on compatible BLUETOOTH 
devices, check the information on the website 
listed is under “Compatible BLUETOOTH 
devices.”

Pairing fails.

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Bring the BLUETOOTH device closer to the unit.

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Delete the model name of this unit from the 
BLUETOOTH device and perform pairing again 
(see “To pair with a BLUETOOTH device”).

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Check that the BLUETOOTH device is 
compatible with this unit. For the latest 
information on compatible BLUETOOTH 
devices, check the information on the website 
listed is under “Compatible BLUETOOTH 
devices.”

One-touch connection (NFC) is not 
possible.

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Check that the smartphone is compatible with 
this unit (see “Compatible smartphones”).

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Check that the “NFC Easy Connect” app is 
displayed on the smartphone.

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Check that the NFC function of the smartphone 
is set to on.

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Turn on the unit and touch the smartphone on 
the N-marked part 

 again.

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Keep the smartphone close to the unit until the 
smartphone responds. If you fail, move the 
smartphone slightly on the N-marked part 

 

of the unit.

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If the smartphone is in a case, remove it.

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NFC receiving sensitivity depends on the 
device. If you fail to connect with a smartphone 
by One touch several times, connect to the unit 
by on-screen operation.

Radio

The sound is weak or reception is poor 
quality.

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Replace all the batteries with new ones.

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Move the unit away from any nearby TV.

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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.

The TV picture is unstable.

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If you are listening to an FM program near a TV 
with an indoor antenna, move the unit away 
from the TV.

Remote

The remote does not function.

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Replace both batteries in the remote with new 
ones.

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Make sure that you are pointing the remote at 
the remote sensor on the unit.

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Remove any obstacles in the path of the 
remote and the unit.

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Make sure the remote sensor is not exposed to 
strong light such as direct sunlight or 
fluorescent lamp light.

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Move closer to the unit when using the remote.

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.

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