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ZS-S2iP_U2 [US] 3-271-628-

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WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, 

do not expose this apparatus to rain or 

moisture.

To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation of the 
apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. And do 
not place lighted candles on the apparatus.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing 
and no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be 
placed on the apparatus.
As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit from the 
mains, connect the unit to an easily accessible AC outlet. 
Should you notice an abnormality in the unit, disconnect the 
main plug from the AC outlet immediately.
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a 
bookcase or built-in cabinet.
Do not expose the battery to excessive heat such as direct 
sunlight, fire or the like.

Notes 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.

CAUTION

The use of optical instruments with this product will increase 
eye hazard.
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures 
other than those specified herein may result in hazardous 
radiation exposure.

NOTICE FOR CUSTOMERS IN THE 

U.S.A.

This symbol is intended to alert the user 
to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous 
voltage” within the product’s enclosure that 
may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute 
a risk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the user 
to the presence of important operating and 
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the 
literature accompanying the appliance.

The graphical symbols are at the bottom of the unit.

Class II equipment symbol 
This symbol indicates that the unit has a 
double insulation system.

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Personal Audio System

Operating Instructions

US

ZS-S2iP

© 2007 Sony Corporation     Printed in China

Power sources

Specifications

AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS

POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION
With 4-ohm loads, both channels driven from 150 Hz - 10,000 Hz; rated 1 W 
per channel-minimum RMS power, with no more than 10 % total harmonic 
distortion in AC operation.

Other 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 measured at a distance of  
about 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

iPod section

DC out: 5V

MAX: 500mA
(AC only)

Radio section

Frequency range

FM: 87.5 MHz - 108 MHz
AM: 530 kHz - 1,710 kHz

Antennas

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

General

Speaker

Full range: 8 cm (3 

1

/

4

 inches) dia., 4 

, cone type (2)

Outputs

Headphones jack (stereo minijack):
For 16 

 - 32 

 impedance headphones

Input

AUDIO IN jack (stereo minijack)

Power output

1.7 W + 1.7 W (at 4 

, 10% harmonic distortion)

Power requirements

For player: 
120 V AC, 60 Hz
9 V DC, 6 R14 (size C) batteries

Power consumption 

AC 17 W

Battery life

For player:

FM reception 

Sony R14P: approx. 6 h 
Sony alkaline LR14: approx. 20 h

CD playback 

Sony R14P: approx. 1.5 h
Sony alkaline LR14: approx. 7 h

Dimensions

Approx. 360 mm × 141.5 mm × 240.5 mm (w/h/d)
(14 

1

/

4

 inches × 5 

5

/

8

 inches × 9 

1

/

2

 inches) (incl. projecting parts)

Mass

Approx. 2.7 kg (5 lb. 15 oz) (incl. batteries)

Supplied accessory

AC power cord (1)
Remote control (1)

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Optional accessory

Sony MDR headphones series

Compatible iPod models

The compatible iPod models are as follows. Update your iPod to use the latest 
software before you use it.

iPod nano

5th generation

(video camera)

iPod touch 2nd 

generation

iPod nano 4th 

generation (video)

iPod touch 1st 

generation

iPod nano 3rd 

generation (video)

iPod classic

iPod nano 2nd 

generation

(aluminium)

iPod 5th 

generation (video)

iPod nano 1st 

generation

iPod 4th generation

(color display)

iPod 4th 

generation

iPod mini

Owner’s Record

The model number is located at the bottom and the serial number is located in the battery compartment. 
Record these numbers in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony 
dealer regarding this product.
Model No. ZS-S2iP     Serial No. ______________

Before using the unit

To turn on/off the power

Press POWER 

.

To adjust the volume 

Press , – 

.

To listen through headphones

Connect the headphones to the 

 (headphones) jack 

.

To reinforce the bass sound

Press MEGA BASS 

.

“MEGA BASS” appears in the display.
To return to normal sound, press the button again.

For carrying the unit

Always remove the iPod and store the sliding tray when 
carrying the unit.

Falling asleep to music 

Play the music source you want.

Press SLEEP 

 to display “SLEEP.”

Press SLEEP 

 to select the minutes until the 

player goes off automatically.

Each time you press the button, the indication 
changes as follows: 
“60” 

 “90” 

 “120” 

 “OFF” 

 “10” 

 

“20” 

 “30”.

To cancel the sleep function

Press POWER 

 to turn off the power.

to a wall outlet

to AC IN

Connect the AC power cord 

 or insert six R14 (size C) batteries (not supplied) into the battery compartment 

.

Notes

• Replace the batteries when the OPR/BATT indicator 

 dims or when the player stops operating. 

Replace all the batteries with new ones. Before you replace the batteries, be sure to take out the CD from the player.

• To use the player on batteries, disconnect the AC power cord from the player.

Preparing the remote

Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries (not supplied).

Replacing batteries

With normal use, the batteries for the remote should last about six months. When the remote no longer operates the unit, 
replace all the batteries with new ones.

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.
• When you operate the unit on batteries, you cannot turn on the unit 

using POWER 

 on the remote.

There is no audio.

• Unplug the headphones when listening through speakers.

Noise is heard.

• Someone is using a portable telephone or other equipment that 

emits radio waves near the player.  

 Move the portable telephone, etc., away from the player.

iPod

There is no audio.

• Make sure the iPod is connected firmly.
• Adjust the VOLUME.

Operation is impossible.

• Make sure the iPod is connected firmly.

Cannot charge iPod.

• You cannot charge the iPod when the unit is using DC power 

supply.

• You cannot charge the iPod when “DC OUT” does not appear on 

the display in radio mode.

CD 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 for about an 

hour to dry moisture condensation.

• The CD-R/CD-RW is blank.
• 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 weak.

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 CD-Rs/CD-RWs or if there is a problem with the recording 
device or application software.

Radio

Reception is poor.

• Reorient the antenna to 

improve FM reception.

• Reorient the player 

itself to improve AM 
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.

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.

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 unit.

• Remove any obstacles in the path of the remote and the unit.
• Make sure the remote sensor is not exposed to strong light such as 

direct sunlight or fluorescent lamp light.

• Move closer to the unit 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.

Precautions

Discs that this unit CAN play

• Audio CD
• CD-R/CD-RW (CD-DA*)
* CD-DA is the abbreviation for Compact Disc Digital Audio. It is a 

recording standard used for Audio CDs.

Discs that this unit CANNOT play

• CD-R/CD-RW other than those recorded in music CD format
• CD-R/CD-RW of poor recording quality, CD-R/CD-RW that 

has scratches or are dirty, or CD-R/CD-RW recorded with an 
incompatible recording device

• CD-R/CD-RW which is finalized incorrectly

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, 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, 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 non-standard shapes (e.g., heart, square, star) cannot be 

played on this player. Attempting to do so may damage the player. 
Do not use such discs.

On power sources

• For AC operation, 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 to 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 spring-wound watches away from 
the player to prevent possible damage from the magnet.

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.

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.

WARNING

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with 
the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide 
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a 
residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and 
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and 
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful 
interference to radio communications. However, there is 
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular 
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference 
to radio or television reception, which can be determined by 
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to 
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following 
measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different 

from that to which the receiver is connected.

– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for 

help.

CAUTION

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not 
expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to 
operate this equipment.

For customers in the USA

Please register this product on line at

http://www.sony.com/productregistration.

Proper registration will enable us to send you periodic 
mailings about new product, services and other 
important announcements. Registering your product will 
also allow us to contact you in the unlikely event that the 
product needs adjustment or modification. Thank you.

Important Safety Instructions

1)  Read these instructions. 
2)  Keep these instructions. 
3)  Heed all warnings. 
4)  Follow all instructions. 
5)  Do not use this apparatus near water. 
6)  Clean only with dry cloth. 
7)  Do not block any ventilation openings.  

Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 

8)  Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, 

heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including 
amplifiers) that produce heat. 

9)  Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or 

grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades 
with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug 
has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide 
blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If 
the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an 
electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 

10)  Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched 

particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the 
point where they exit from the apparatus. 

11)  Only use attachments/accessories specified by the 

manufacturer. 

12)  Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table 

specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. 
When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

13)  Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when 

unused for long periods of time. 

14)  Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. 

Servicing is required when the apparatus has been 
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug 
is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen 
into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to 
rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been 
dropped.

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