CFD-445 - Hi-Fi System SONY - Free user manual and instructions

Type	Portable Hi-Fi System (Boombox)
Brand	Sony
Model	CFD-445
Color	Black / Silver
Radio Tuner	AM/FM, analog or digital
CD Player	Compact Disc (CD) playback
Cassette Deck	Playback and recording (likely dual cassette)
Speakers	Full-range stereo speakers
Power Output	Approx. 2 x 5W RMS
Power Supply	AC 120V/230V (selectable) or 6 x D batteries (not included)
Dimensions (W x H x D)	Approx. 500 x 200 x 250 mm
Weight	Approx. 4.5 kg (without batteries)
Headphone Jack	3.5mm stereo output
Auxiliary Input	3.5mm stereo input (if available)
Playback Modes	Normal, repeat, random (CD)
Auto Stop	Yes (cassette and CD)
Safety	Avoid moisture; use only approved power sources
Cleaning	Wipe exterior with soft dry cloth; use head cleaning tape for cassette
Spare Parts / Repairability	Contact Sony support; some parts may be available from third-party services
General Information	User manual PDF available online; suitable for indoor use only

Frequently Asked Questions - CFD-445 SONY

How do I turn on the Sony CFD-445?

Press the Power button located on the top or front panel. If using batteries, ensure they are installed correctly. If using AC power, plug in the cord and press Power.

Why is there no sound from the speakers?

Check that the volume is not set to minimum. Ensure the function selector is set to the correct source (CD, TAPE, or RADIO). If using headphones, the speakers are muted. Try pressing the Mute button if available.

How do I play a CD?

Press the CD button to select CD mode. Open the CD lid by lifting the designated area. Place the CD with label facing up, close the lid, and press Play. Use Skip and Repeat as desired.

Can I record from radio to cassette?

Yes. Insert a blank cassette into Deck B (if dual deck). Tune to the desired radio station. Press Record and Play simultaneously on the tape deck. Monitor recording with headphones if needed.

What type of batteries does the CFD-445 use?

It uses 6 D-size (LR20) batteries. Insert them into the compartment at the back or bottom, following polarity markings. Do not mix old and new batteries.

How do I clean the cassette heads?

Use a dry or slightly moistened cassette head cleaning tape (isopropyl alcohol). Insert it and play for a few seconds. Alternatively, open the cassette door and gently clean the heads with a cotton swab dipped in alcohol, then let dry.

Why does the CD skip?

Ensure the CD is clean and not scratched. Place the system on a stable, level surface away from vibrations. Moisture on the lens can also cause skipping; leave the lid open for a few hours to dry.

How do I set the AM/FM radio stations?

Press the Radio button. Use the Tuning knob or buttons to find a station. For preset storage (if available), press and hold a preset number until the display confirms. Refer to manual for specific steps.

Is there an auxiliary input for external devices?

Some models of the CFD-445 have a 3.5mm AUX input labeled AUX IN. If present, connect your device with a 3.5mm cable and select AUX mode using the function selector.

Where can I find the user manual?

The manual is available for free download on notice-facile.com in PDF format. Search for 'Sony CFD-445 manual' to access the file.

USER MANUAL CFD-445 SONY

CD Radio Cassette-Corder

Operating Instructions

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

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.

CAUTION

The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.

For customers in Canada

To prevent electric shock, do not use this polarized AC plug with an extension cord, receptacle or other outlet unless the blades can be fully inserted to prevent blade exposure.

Information

For customers in the United States

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.

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

Owner's Record

The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the CD radio cassette-corder. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. CFD-445 Serial No. ____

Table of Contents

Precautions 3

Setting Up

Choosing Power Sources 4 Connecting the Speakers 4 Adjusting the Sound Emphasis 5

Operations

Listening to the Radio 6 Playing a CD (normal play) 7 Playing Specific Tracks 8 Playing the Beginning of Each Track (intro scan) 8 Playing Tracks Repeatedly 9 Playing Tracks in the Desired Order (program play) 10 Playing a Tape 10 Recording 11 Setting Up a P-A System 12

For Your Information

Maintenance 13 Specifications 14 Troubleshooting Guide 15

Precautions

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.

On power sources

• For AC operation, use the supplied AC power cord; do not use any other type.
• For battery operation, use six size D (R20) batteries.
• Unplug the player from the wall outlet when it is not to be used for an extended period of time.
• When the operational 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 rear.

On placement

- Do not leave the player in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical shock.

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.
• If the player has not been used for a long time, set it in the playback mode to warm it up for a few minutes before inserting a CD or cassette.

Note on using a cassette with more than 90 minutes of play time

The use of a cassette with more than 90 minutes of play time is not recommended except for long, continuous recording or playback.

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

Choosing Power Sources

The CD cassette-corder has two separate power sources. Use the AC power source (house current) whenever you record because recording consumes the most power. Use six size D (R20) batteries when the CD cassette-corder becomes a portable.

Operating the player on AC power

Insert one end of the supplied power cord to the AC IN socket located at the rear of the player ① and the other end to the wall outlet ②.

Operating the player on batteries

To play your CD cassette-corder on batteries, the AC power cord must be disconnected from the player. Unplug the player and insert six size D (R20) batteries (not supplied) in the compartment.

When to replace the batteries

Replace the batteries when the OPR/BATT indicator dims or when the player stops operating.

When the batteries are weak, replace all the batteries with new ones.

Connecting the Speakers

For easy transport, the dual speakers are detachable. Before you begin listening to music, attach the speaker boxes and connect the speaker plugs as shown below. Make sure you turn off the power before making any connections.

1 Align the grooves and slide the speaker box down until it snaps into place.

2 Connect the right speaker plug to the R connectors and the left speaker plug to the L connectors.

To detach the speakers

Unlock the speaker Ⓑ and slide the speaker box all the way up and away from the player.

When playing CDs, tapes, or radio programs, use the ROTARY EQUALIZER control to equalize the reproduced sound. You can also adjust the balance of the left and right output levels.

To equalize the reproduced sound

Turn the ROTARY EQUALIZER control.

Frequency coverage	Turn the control clockwise	Turn the control counterclockwise
MEGA BASS100 Hz	to increaseheavy bass sounds	to decreaseheavy bass sounds
1 kHz	to provide more presence of vocals	to provide less presence of vocals
10 kHz	to increase the brightness of the sound	to decrease the brightness of the sound or to reduce tape hiss

To adjust the balance

Turn the BALANCE control.

Use to adjust stereo imaging, especially when speakers are not symmetrically placed.

Listening to the Radio

Whenever you want to listen to the radio, set the FUNCTION selector to RADIO.

1 Set FUNCTION to RADIO.
2 Set BAND to FM or AM.
3 Turn TUNING to tune in a radio station. When the radio tunes to an FM stereo broadcast, FM ST indicator lights up. If the received FM stereo is too weak, the reception becomes monaural, and the FM ST indicator will go off.
4 Turn VOLUME to adjust the volume.

To turn off the radio

Set the FUNCTION selector to TAPE.

To improve broadcast reception

Reorient the antenna (for FM) or the player itself (for AM).

FM

AM

Playing a CD (normal play)

You can play 12 cm (5 inch) and 8 cm (3 inch) CDs without an adaptor.

1 Set FUNCTION to CD.

If there is no disc in the compartment "00" appears in the display window.

2 Press OPEN to open the disc compartment.

3 Holding the CD by the edge, place the CD in the disc compartment with the label side up.

4 Close the compartment lid.

The number of tracks on the disc and the total playing time appear in the display window.

5 Press ▷ PLAY.

The CD player will play all the tracks once. The track number and playing time appear in the display window.

Between tracks, the remaining time before the next track is displayed.

6 Adjust the volume and sound emphasis (See Adjusting the Sound Emphasis on page 5).

(Be careful not to turn up the volume excessively while listening to a portion with very low audio input. If you do, the speakers may be damaged when a peak level plays.)

To	Press
Stop play	■
Pause	□
Resume play after pause	□
Remove the CD	First ■, then OPEN
Turn off the power	Set FUNCTION to TAPE

Checking the remaining time

To display	Press
Remaining time on the current track	REMAIN/ENTER once during playing
Remaining time on the CD and the number of tracks left	REMAIN/ENTER twice during playing -0.9-44:18

Notes

• If the disc has more than 21 tracks, the remaining time appears as “— — — —”.
• During repeat play or program play, the remaining time in the disc cannot be displayed even if you press REMAIN/ENTER.

Playing Specific Tracks

You can find the beginning of a track or a point in a track while the player is playing or paused. Find a particular track by specifying the track number.

To find the beginning of a track

To find	Press+
the beginning of the current track	once
the beginning of the previous tracks	repeatedly
the beginning of the next track	once
the beginning of the succeeding tracks	repeatedly

* If one of the following indications is displayed, press the ■ STOP button to clear the indication: INTRO, REPEAT 1, REPEAT ALL, REPEAT SHUFFLE, REPEAT PGM MEM, PGM MEM.

To find a point in a track

To Search	Press down
by listening for the point you want to hear	◀◀ or ▶▶I in play mode
by observing the time counter	◀◀ or ▶▶I in pause mode

Playing the Beginning of Each Track (intro scan)

You can sample the first 10 seconds of each track on a CD.

1 Set FUNCTION to CD.

2 Press PLAY MODE once to display "INTRO" while the

player is stopped.

INTRO

10 46:24

3 Press ▷ PLAY.

The first track plays for ten seconds. The player then skips to the next track to be played.

To start playing a track

Press ▷ PLAY again.

To cancel intro scan

Press any button for CD operation except REMAIN/ENTER and PAUSE.

You can play tracks repeatedly in normal, shuffle or program play (page 10) modes. In shuffle play, the tracks play in a different order each time. Repeat only one track or all the tracks.

Repeating a single track

1 Press PLAY MODE until "REPEAT 1" appears in the display window.

2 Choose the track you would like repeated with I◀◀/▶▶I AMS/SEARCH.

3 Press ▷ PLAY. The track selected plays repeatedly.

Repeating all the tracks

1 Press PLAY MODE until "REPEAT ALL" appears in the display window.

2 Press ▷ PLAY. The player begins playing at the first track. When all the tracks have played once, the player starts playing from the first track again.

Repeating tracks in random order

1 Press PLAY MODE until "REPEAT SHUFFLE" appears in the display window.

2 Press > PLAY. The player plays all the tracks repeatedly in different orders.

Note When you press I◄◄, the CD returns to the beginning of the current track only.

Repeating programmed tracks

1 Press PLAY MODE until "REPEAT PGM MEM" appears in the display window.

2 Choose a track with ◀◀/▶▶ AMS/SEARCH.
3 Press REMAIN/ENTER to store the track.
4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to program tracks in the order you want them played. Up to 34 tracks can be programmed.
5 Press ▷ PLAY. "MEM" disappears from the display window and play starts.

To	Press
Stop play	■ STOP
Cancel repeat play	PLAY MODE until no indication appears in the display window

Playing Tracks in the Desired Order (program play)

Program the CD cassette-corder to play tracks in any order you choose.

1 Set FUNCTION to CD.

2 Press PLAY MODE until "PGM MEM" appears in the display window.

3 Choose a track with ◀◀/▶▶I AMS/SEARCH.
4 Press REMAIN/ENTER to store the track.
5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to program tracks in the order you want them played. Up to 34 tracks can be programmed.
6 Press ▷ PLAY. "MEM" disappears from the display window and play starts.

To	Press
Stop play	■ STOP
Cancel program play	PLAY MODE until no indication appears in the display window

To change the order of the tracks

To change the order of the tracks, you must erase the current program and create a new one.

To erase the current program

Press ■ STOP once or open the disc compartment if the CD is stopped. The current program will be erased. Follow the steps in Playing tracks in the Desired Order to create a new program.

Playing a Tape

1 Set FUNCTION to TAPE.
2 Press ■▲ to open the tape compartment. Insert a recorded tape with the side you want to play facing forward. Close the compartment.

3 Choose single- or dual- side play.

To play	Set DIR MODE to
One side of the tape
Both sides of the tape from side A to B only*

* If play begins from side B, the tape stops at the end of that side.

To switch play to the opposite side, set the DIR selector. The ▷ FWD or REV ◁ indicator shows transport direction.

4 Press PLAY to start playing.
5 Adjust the volume and sound emphasis (See Adjusting the Sound Emphasis on page 5).

To	Press
Stop play	■▲
Pause	||
Resume play after pause	||
Fast forward*	▶▶
Rewind+	◀◀
Remove the cassette	■▲

* For the side facing forward.

To find a point in a selection

In play mode, press ▶▶ or ◀◀. Listen for the point you want to hear.

Recording

Whenever you record, we recommend you operate the CD cassette-corder on house current instead of using batteries because recording consumes a lot of battery power. We recommend you use TYPE I (normal) tape (printed on the tape cassette).

To erase a recording

1 Disconnect the microphone if connected at the MIX MIC jack. 2 Set FUNCTION to TAPE. 3 Press ●.

Setting Up a P-A System

You can use the CD cassette-corder as a public address system. Also mix sounds by adding your voice or other audio through the microphone as you record. Use a monaural microphone with mini-plug (not supplied).  1 Plug the microphone into the MIX MIC jack and turn on the microphone. 2 Set FUNCTION to choose a sound source.

To	Set to
Use the CD cassette-corder as a public address system	CD
Mix sound	CD, TAPE or RADIO

3 Sing or speak into the microphone and adjust the volume.

To record mixed sounds

Insert a tape (TYPE I) and press ●. The recording level is adjusted automatically.

Notes on the microphone

If acoustic feedback (howling) occurs, turn down the volume or move the microphone away from the speakers. We do not recommend you use a microphone that has an echo function.

Maintenance

Cleaning the lens

If the lens becomes dirty, it may cause a skipping of sound during CD operation. Clean with a commercially available blower.

Cleaning the tape heads and tape path

Contaminated heads cause poor recording or sound drop-out in playback. We recommend cleaning after every 10 hours of operation. To make the best possible recording, however, you should clean all surfaces over which tape travels before each recording. Wipe the heads, the pinch rollers and the capstans with a cleaning swab slightly moistened with cleaning fluid or alcohol.  After cleaning the heads, rollers and the tape path, insert a tape when the areas cleaned are completely dry.

Demagnetizing the tape heads

After 20 to 30 hours of use, enough residual magnetism will have built up on the heads to begin to cause loss of high frequency sound and hiss. At this time, you should demagnetize the heads and all metal parts in the tape path with a commercially available tape head demagnetizer.

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 benzene.  - Do not use solvents such as benzene, 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. • After playing, store the CD in its case. If there is a scratch, dirt or fingerprints on the CD, it may cause tracking error.

AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS

POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION

With 3.2-ohm loads, both channels driven from 150-15,000 Hz; rated 2 W per channel-minimum RMS power, with no more than 10 % total harmonic distortion in AC operation. Other Specifications

CD player section		Power requirements	240 V AC, 50 Hz (Australian model)
System	Compact disc digital audio system		120 V AC, 60 Hz (Other models)
Laser diode properties	Material: GaAlAs		DC 9 V, 6 size D (R20) batteries
	Wave length: 780 nm	Power consumption	AC 19 W (Taiwan model)
	Emission duration: Continuous		AC 17 W (Other models)
	Laser output: Less than 44.6 μW	Battery life	For CD radio cassette-corder:
	(This output is the value measured at a distance of about 200 mm from the objective lens surface on the optical pick-up block.)		FM recording	Tape playback	CD playback
		Sony SUM-1 (NS)	approx. 11 h	approx. 8 h	approx. 5 h
		Sony Alkaline AM1	approx. 17 h	approx. 12 h	approx. 7 h
Spindle speed	200 r/min (rpm) to 500 r/min (rpm) (CLV)	Dimensions	Approx. 588 × 231 × 207 mm (w/h/d)
Error correction	Sony Refined Super Strategy		(231⁄4 × 91⁄2 × 81⁄2 in.) incl. projecting parts
	Cross Interleave Reed Solomon Code	Mass	7.2 kg (15 lb 14 oz) (incl. batteries)
Number of channels	2	Supplied accessories	AC power cord (1)
Frequency response	20–20,000 Hz ± 1 dB
Wow and flutter	Below measurable limit	Design and specifications subject to change without notice.
Radio section		Optional accessories
Frequency range	FM: 87.6–108 MHz	Sony DYNAMIC MICROPHONE series
	AM: Australian model	Sony MDR stereo headphone series
	530–1,605 kHz	Head demagentizer HE-5C
	Other models	CD cleaner XP-CD4
	530–1,710 kHz
Antennas	FM: Telescopic antenna
	AM: Built-in ferrite bar antenna
Cassette-corder section
Recording system	4-track 2-channel stereo
Frequency response	TYPE I (normal) cassette: 80–10,000 Hz
General
Speaker	Woofer: 10 cm dia., 3.2 ohms cone type
	Tweeter: 2 cm
Inputs	Mixing microphone input jack (minijack): Sensitivity 2.5 mV
	For low impedance microphone
Outputs	Headphones jack (stereo minijack)
	For 16–68 ohms impedance headphones
Power output (excluding USA model)	2.3 W + 2.3 W (at 3.2 ohms, 10% harmonic in DC operation)

Troubleshooting Guide

	Symptom	Remedy
General	The power does not come on.There's no audio.	Connect the AC power cord securely.Insert the batteries with the correct polarity, p. 4.Replace the batteries with new ones if they are weak, p. 4.Make sure the FUNCTION selector is set to the function you want to operate.Adjust the volume.Unplug the headphones when listening through speakers.
Radio	The audio is weak or poor quality.The picture of the TV is unstable.	Replace all the batteries with new ones if they are weak, p. 4.Move the player away from the TV.If you are listening to an FM program near the TV with an indoor antenna, move the player away from the TV.
CD Player	The CD does not play.The sound drops out.	Make sure the disc compartment is closed.Place the CD with the label facing up.Clean the CD, p. 13.Take out the CD and leave the disc compartment open for about an hour to dry moisture condensation.Make sure the FUNCTION selector is set to CD.Reduce the volume.Clean the CD, or replace it if the CD is badly damaged.Place the player in a location free from vibration.
Tape Player	The tape does not move when you press an operation button.The REC button does not function.The tape does not erase completely.The tape does not record.The audio is weak.The audio quality is poor.	Close the cassette compartment.Make sure the safety tab of the cassette is in place, p. 12.Make sure the FUNCTION selector is set to CD or RADIO.Clean the erasing heads.Replace all the batteries with new ones if they are weak, p. 4.Make sure the tape is inserted properly.Make sure the safety tab of the cassette is in place, p. 12.Clean the heads, pinch rollers and capstans, p. 13.Demagnetize the heads using a demagnetizer, p. 13.