SCD555ES - Cd player/recorder SONY - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Super Audio CD player/recorder
Brand	Sony
Model	SCD-555ES
Supported formats	Super Audio CD (DSD), standard CD, hybrid CD
D/A converter	Newly designed DSD decoder and D/A converter
Digital filter	5 types of variable coefficient filters (STD, 1, 2, 3, 4)
Frequency response (SACD)	2 Hz to 50 kHz (-3 dB)
Frequency response (CD)	2 Hz to 20 kHz
Dynamic range (SACD)	105 dB or more
Dynamic range (CD)	100 dB or more
Total harmonic distortion (SACD)	0.0012% or less
Total harmonic distortion (CD)	0.0017% or less
Analog outputs	Phono jacks (2 Vrms, impedance > 10 kΩ)
Digital outputs	Optical and coaxial (CD only)
Headphone output	Stereo jack, 20 mW at 32 Ω
Power supply	230 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Laser	Class 1, 5.47 µW at 650 nm
Included accessories	Audio cable, RM-SX90 remote control, R06 batteries, power cord
Playback functions	Normal, random, programmed, repeat (all, 1 track, A-B)
Search	By track, index, time, high speed
Display	Display window with TEXT information
Remote control	Included, compatible with standard Sony CD players
Maintenance and cleaning	Soft dry or slightly damp cloth; no solvents
Safety	Class 1 laser; do not expose to moisture; do not open the chassis
General information	Manual available in PDF at notice-facile.com

Frequently Asked Questions - SCD555ES SONY

How to play a Super Audio CD on the SCD-555ES?

To play a Super Audio CD, place the disc in the tray, press SACD/CD until 'SUPER AUDIO CD' appears and the indicator lights up, then press ▷.

Can I play standard CDs on this device?

Yes, the SCD-555ES plays standard CDs. Select CD mode by pressing SACD/CD until the indicator turns off. You can also use digital filters to adjust the sound.

How to select a digital filter?

During CD playback, press FILTER (on the unit) or DIGITAL FILTER (remote) repeatedly to choose from STD, 1, 2, 3, or 4. Each filter changes the cutoff and tonal balance.

What to do if the disc does not play?

Check that the disc is correctly placed (label side up), is compatible (not a CD-ROM or DVD), and is clean. If condensation has formed, leave the unit on for an hour. The message 'TOC Error' or 'NO DISC' indicates a problem.

How to use the remote control?

Point the remote at the sensor on the front panel. Install two R06 (AA) batteries observing polarity. The remote can perform all basic operations: play, stop, search, programming, etc.

How to clean the unit?

Use a soft dry cloth or one slightly dampened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use solvents (alcohol, benzine) or abrasive pads. For discs, wipe from the center outward with a soft cloth.

What types of discs are compatible?

Compatible: Super Audio CD (single layer, double layer), standard CDs, and hybrid discs (Super Audio CD + CD). Not compatible: CD-ROM, DVD, non-round shaped discs.

How to program a track playback?

In stop mode, press PROGRAM. Use the numeric keys to enter track numbers (up to 32). Press ▷ to start programmed playback. Use CLEAR to delete an entry.

Why is there no sound from the digital outputs?

The digital outputs (optical and coaxial) only transmit standard CD signals, not Super Audio CD signals. Make sure the DIGITAL OUT button is active (indicator lit) and you are playing a CD.

How to adjust the headphone volume?

Connect headphones to the PHONES jack on the front panel. Use the PHONE LEVEL wheel to adjust volume. Always start at a low level to avoid hearing damage.

USER MANUAL SCD555ES SONY

Super Audio CD Player

Operating Instructions GB
Mode d'emploi FR
Manual de instrucciones ES
Manual de Instruções PT

SUPER AUDIO CD

DIGITAL AUDIO TEXT

SCD-555ES

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product.

The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT

MARKING is located on the rear exterior.

The following caution label is located inside the unit.

AF46

Don't throw a battery, dispose it as the injurious wastes.

Welcome!

Thank you for purchasing the Sony Super Audio CD Player. Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

About This Manual

The instructions in this manual are for model SCD-555ES.

Conventions

• Instructions in this manual describe the controls on the player. You can also use the controls on the remote if they have the same or similar names as those on the player.

The following icons are used in this manual:

Indicates that you can do the task using the remote.

Indicates hints and tips for making the task easier.

Features

Playback of the Super Audio CD recorded in the DSD format

The DSD (Direct Stream Digital) format is the core technology of a Super Audio CD, allowing music reproduction that is extremely faithful to the original sound.

The DSD format, using a 2.8224 MHz sampling frequency 64 times higher than that of a conventional CD, and the 1-bit quantization, makes possible recording of more than four times the data information of the PCM format which is used for a conventional CD.

Different from the PCM format which performs data decimation and interpolation via digital filters, the DSD format adopts the simple playback process. In other words, the A/D converted 1-bit digital signal only passes through an analog low-pass filter before playback. As a whole, the DSD format achieves both a wide frequency range of, theoretically, over 100kHz and a wide dynamic range across the audible frequency range resulting in high-quality music reproduction faithful to the original sound.

To play back a Super Audio CD recorded in the DSD format with exceptional quality, the SCD-555ES employs a newly developed DSD decoder and a D/A converter system, as well as a chassis and loading mechanism especially designed for this unit.

Playback of a conventional CD with higher quality

The SCD-555ES can also play back a conventional CD with higher quality than a conventional CD player. To provide enhanced quality, the SCD-555ES employs various advanced technologies. For example, a 24-bit precision variable coefficient (V.C.) digital filter is provided for CD playback (see page 18). By selecting one of five filters which have different cutoff characteristics, you can adjust the tone quality in accordance with the music source or your audio system.

Others

• A Super Audio CD can mark up to 255 track/index numbers. This feature applies to SCD-555ES.
• The supplied remote is capable of controlling either the SCD-555ES and a conventional Sony CD player.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Getting Started 4

Before You Start the Hookup 4

Hooking Up the Audio Components 5

Location and Functions of Parts 6

Front Panel Parts Descriptions 6

Rear Panel Parts Descriptions 8

Remote Parts Descriptions 9

Playing Discs 10

Compatible Disc Types 10

Playing a Disc 11

Using the Display 12

Locating a Specific Track 14

Locating a Particular Point in a Track 15

Playing Tracks Repeatedly 16

Playing Tracks in Random Order (Shuffle Play) 17

Creating Your Own Programme (Programme Play) 17

Listening to a CD Using a Filter (Digital Filter Function) 18

Additional Information 20

Precautions 20

Notes on Discs 21

Troubleshooting 22

Specifications 22

Index 23

Getting Started

This chapter provides information on the supplied accessories and how to connect various audio components to the Super Audio CD player. Be sure to read this chapter thoroughly before you actually connect anything to the player.

Before You Start the Hookup

Checking the supplied accessories

This player comes with the following items:

Audio connecting cord (phono jack · 2 phono jack · 2 1
- Mains lead (1)
Remote commander (remote) RM-SX90 (1)
R06 (size-AA) batteries (2)

Inserting batteries into the remote

Insert two R06 (size-AA) batteries into the battery compartment with the + and - correctly oriented to the markings. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the player.

When to replace the batteries

Under normal conditions, the batteries should last for about six months. When the remote no longer operates the player, replace both batteries with new ones.

Notes

• Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or a humid place.
• Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing, particularly when replacing the batteries.
• Do not use a new battery with an old one.
• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or lighting apparatus. Doing so may cause a malfunction.
• If you do not intend to use the remote for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion.

Hooking Up the Audio Components

Connect the Super Audio CD player to an audio component. Be sure to turn off the power of all components before making connections and connect securely to prevent noise.

Connecting via ANALOG OUT jacks

Use an audio connecting cord for this connection. Be sure to match the colour-coded pin to the appropriate jacks: white (left) to white and red (right) to red.

Audio connecting cord (supplied)

Connecting via DIGITAL (CD) OUT OPTICAL connector

Use an optical digital cable for this connection. When connecting the optical digital cable to the DIGITAL (CD) OUT OPTICAL connector, take the cap off the connectors and push the cable plugs in until they click into place. Be careful not to bend or twist the optical cable.

Optical digital cable (not supplied)

Note

Only the audio signals of conventional CDs can be output from the DIGITAL (CD) OUT connectors. Those of the Super Audio CD cannot be output through DIGITAL (CD) OUT.

Connecting via DIGITAL (CD) OUT COAXIAL connector

Use a coaxial digital cable to connect the audio components equipped with coaxial digital input connectors.

Coaxial digital cable (not supplied)

Note

Only the audio signals of conventional CDs can be output from the DIGITAL (CD) OUT connectors. Those of the Super Audio CD cannot be output through DIGITAL (CD) OUT.

Hooking up the power

Connect the supplied mains lead to the AC IN terminal on the player and to the mains.

Location and Functions of Parts

This chapter tells you about the location and functions of the various buttons and controls on the front and rear panels and the supplied remote. Further details are provided on the pages indicated in parentheses. It also tells you about the information that appears in the display window.

Front Panel Parts Descriptions

1 POWER switch (11)

Press to turn on/off the player.

Remote sensor (4)

3Disc tray (11)

Press OPEN/CLOSE to open/close the disc tray.

4=OPEN/CLOSE button (11)

Press to open/close the disc tray.

5 button (12)

Press to stop play.

6 button (12)

Press to pause play.

indicator

Lights up during pause.

7 button (11)

Press to start play.

indicator

Lights up during playback.

8 > dial (AMS: Automatic Music Sensor) (11)

When you turn the dial counterclockwise by one click, you go back to the preceding track; when you turn the dial clockwise by one click, you go to the succeeding track.

9Display window (12)

Shows various information.

10SACD/CD button (with an LED) (11)

Each time you press the button while the Hybrid disc (page 11) is loaded, the layer changes between the HD layer (the LED turns on) and CD layer (the LED turns off).

11 DIGITAL OUT button (with an LED) (5)

Press when a component is connected to the DIGITAL (CD) OUT connectors. Each time you press the button, the DIGITAL OUT mode changes between ON (the digital signals can be output/the LED turns on) and OFF (the digital signals cannot be output/the LED turns off). The digital signal can be output only when you play a CD.

12FILTER button (18)

Press to select a digital filter type when playing a CD.

13TIME/TEXT button (12)

Each time you press the button, the playing time of the track, the total remaining time on the disc, or TEXT information appears in the display.

14PHONE LEVEL

Adjust the headphones volume.

15PHONES

Connect the headphones.

Rear Panel Parts Descriptions

1ANALOG OUT jacks (5)

Connect to an audio component using the audio connecting cord.

2DIGITAL (CD) OUT COAXIAL connector (5)

Connect to an audio component using the coaxial digital cable.

3DIGITAL (CD) OUT OPTICAL connector (5)

Connect to an audio component using an optical digital cable.

4AC IN terminal (5)

Connect the mains lead.

Note

Only the audio signals of the CD can be output from the DIGITAL (CD) OUT connectors shown in 2 and 3. Those of the Super Audio CD cannot be output through DIGITAL (CD) OUT connectors.

Remote Parts Descriptions

1CONTINUE button (17)

Press to resume normal play from Shuffle Play or Programme Play.

SHUFFLE button (17)

Press to select Shuffle Play.

PROGRAM button (17)

Press to select Programme Play.

2SACD/CD button (11)

Each time you press the button while the Hybrid disc (page 11) is loaded, the layer changes between an HD layer (the SACD/CD LED turns on) and CD layer (the SACD/CD LED turns off).

3DISPLAY MODE button (13)

Press to turn off the information.

4Number buttons (14)

Press to enter the track numbers.

5>10 button (14)

Press to locate a track numbered over 10.

6REPEAT button (16)

Press repeatedly to play all tracks or only one track on the disc.

7 button (11)

Press to start play.

button (12)

Press to pause play.

■ button (12)

Press to stop play.

AMS I / (AMS: Automatic Music Sensor) buttons (14)

Press to locate a specific track.

9 buttons (15)

Press to locate a portion you want to play within a track.

10 INDEX buttons (15)

Press to locate a specific point marked with an index signal when you play a disc that has index signals.

11TIME/TEXT button (12)

Each time you press the button, the playing time of the track, the total remaining time on the disc, or TEXT information appears in the display.

12LANGUAGE button (14)

Press to change the displayed language if the TEXT disc has several languages.

13 DIGITAL FILTER button (18)

Press to select a digital filter type when playing a CD.

14CLEAR button (17)

Press to delete a programmed track number.

15CHECK button (18)

Press to check the programmed order.

16A B button (16)

Press to select Repeat A-B Play.

Playing Discs

This chapter explains the various ways to play discs.

Compatible Disc Types

You can play the following discs with this player. Depending on the type of disc to be played, select the appropriate indicator by pressing SACD/CD on the front panel of the player or on the remote (pages 11).

Super Audio CD (single layer disc)

This disc consists of a single HD layer*. Press SACD/CD repeatedly so that "SUPER AUDIO CD" appears in the display (the SACD/CD LED turns on). *High density signal layer for the Super Audio CD

Super Audio CD (dual layer disc)

This disc consists of dual HD layers and is capable of extended play over long periods. Press SACD/CD repeatedly so that "SUPER AUDIO CD" appears in the display (the SACD/CD LED turns on). Also, as the dual layer disc consists of dual HD layers on one side only, it is not necessary to turn the disc over.

Conventional CD

This disc is the standard format. Press SACD/CD repeatedly so that "CD" appears in the display (the SACD/CD LED turns off).

Super Audio CD + CD (Hybrid disc)

This disc consists of an HD layer and a CD layer. Press SACD/CD to select the layer you want to listen to. Also, as the dual layers are on one side, it is not necessary to turn the disc over. You can play the CD layer using a conventional CD player.

Incompatible Discs

This player cannot play the following discs. If you try to play them, the error message "TOC Error" or "NO DISC" will appear or there will be no sound.

CD-ROM
DVD,etc.

Playing a Disc

The operations for normal play and the basic operations during play are explained below.

1 Turn on the amplifier. Turn down the volume level to the lowest.
2 Select the player position using the input selector on the amplifier.
3 Press POWER to turn on the player.
4 Press OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray, and place a disc on the tray.

With the label side up

5 Press SACD/CD on the front panel of the player or on the remote to select the SACD or CD.
Each time you press the button, the SACD/CD LED alternately turn on (SACD) and off (CD). Select the type of disc depends on the disc that you want to play. For further information of the type of disc, see page 10.
6 Press
Playback starts from the first track. If you want to start playing from a specific track, turn AMS to select the track number before pressing.
7 Adjust the volume on the amplifier.

Playing a Disc

Basic operations during play

To Press
Stop play■
Pause play■
Resume play after pausing■or■
Locate a succeeding track	Turn■<▲AMS>□clockwise
Locate the beginning of the current track or a preceding counterclockwise track	Turn■<▲AMS>□current track or a preceding counterclockwise track

Eject the disc OPEN/CLOSE

If you turn on the player when a disc is already loaded

Playback starts automatically. If you connect a commercially available timer, you can set it to start playing the disc at any time you want.

To select a layer you want to listen to when playing a hybrid disc (page 11)

After you stop play using , press SACD/CD repeatedly to light either "SUPER AUDIO CD" or "CD".

When any disc other than a Hybrid disc (page 11) is loaded, the disc type is automatically detected regardless of the SACD selector position.

Note

During playback, increase the volume level gradually starting from the lowest level. The output from this unit may contain band width that are out of the normal listening range. This may cause damage to the speakers or ears.

Using the Display

The display window shows various information about the disc or track being played. This section describes the information that appears for each play status.

Displaying information while the player is stopped

Press TIME/TEXT on the front panel of the player or on the remote.

The display shows the total number of tracks, total playing time, or music calendar on the disc.

Total number of tracks Total playing time Music calendar

Displaying information while the player is playing

Press TIME/TEXT on the front panel of the player or on the remote.

Each time you press the button, the current track number and its elapsed time, remaining time, or the total remaining time for the disc appears in the display.

Playing track number and elapsed playing time of the current track (default display)

Turning off the information in the display

Each time you press DISPLAY MODE on the remote while playing a disc, the display turns off and on alternately. Even when the display is turned off, the display turns on if you pause or stop play. When you resume play, the display turns off again.

Before you start playing, when you press DISPLAY MODE to turn off the display, "DISPLAY OFF" appears, and when you press the button to turn on the display, "DISPLAY ON" appears.

Displaying the information of a TEXT disc

TEXT discs contain information, such as the disc name or artist name, as well as the audio signals. This player can display the disc name, artist name, and current track name as TEXT information.

When the player detects a TEXT disc, "TEXT" appears in the display. If your TEXT disc has several languages, "TEXT" and "MULTI" appear in the display. When you want to check the information in another language, see "Displaying the information of a TEXT disc in other languages" on page 14.

Displaying the information of a TEXT disc in stop mode

Press TIME/TEXT on the front panel of the player or on the remote.

Each time you press the button, the disc name or artist name appears in the display. When you select the artist name, "ARTIST" appears in the display.

- Before you start playing

Disc title

Display information of a TEXT disc while playing a disc

The current track name appears. If the disc name has more than 15 characters, the first 14 characters will remain after the name scrolls by in the display.

- While playing a disc Track title

Using the Display

Notes

The display may not show all the characters, depending on the disc.
- This player can display only the disc name, artist name, and track names from TEXT discs. Other information cannot be displayed.

Displaying the information of a TEXT disc in other languages

You can change the displayed language if the TEXT disc has multi language capacity. When the player detects such a TEXT disc, "TEXT" and "MULTI" appear in the display. Change the language according to the procedures below.

1 Press LANGUAGE in stop mode.

The current selected language (English, French, German, etc.) flashes.

If the player cannot display the language used in a TEXT disc, "Other Lang" appears in the display.

2 Press LANGUAGE repeatedly until the desired language appears in the display.

3 Press TIME/TEXT.

The information appears in the selected language.

Notes

• If your TEXT disc memorized in one language, the name of that language appears for a few seconds in the display when you press LANGUAGE.
• When you press LANGUAGE while playing a TEXT disc, the name of the currently selected language appears for a few seconds in the display.

Locating a Specific Track

During stop or play mode, you can locate any track to be played.

To locate	You need to
The next or succeeding tracks	Turn IMS clockwise until you find the track. When using the remote, press repeatedly until you find the track.
The current or preceding tracks	Turn IMS counterclockwise until you find the track. When using the remote, press repeatedly until you find the track.
A specific track directly	Turn IMS until you find the track number you want. When using the remote, press or repeatedly until you find the track.

Locating a track directly by entering the track number

Press the number button(s) to enter the track number.

To enter a track number over 11

1 Press >10

2 Enter the corresponding digits.

To enter 0, press 10 / 0 instead.

Examples:

To play track number 30, press >10 then 3 and 10 / 0
To play track number 100, press >10 twice, then 1, and 10/0 twice.

Locating a Particular Point in a Track

You can locate a particular point in a track during play or play pause.

Locating a point while monitoring the sound (Search)

Press and hold / during play.

You will hear intermittent playback as the disc goes forward or reverses.

When you reach the desired point, release the button.

Locating a point by observing the time indication (High-Speed Search)

Press / during play pause.

You will not hear the playback sound.

When "Over!!" appears in the display

The disc has reached its end. Press or to go back.

Note

Tracks that are only a few seconds long may be too short for monitoring. In this case, the player may not search correctly.

Locating a point using the index function (Index Search)

Press INDEX or INDEX repeatedly in play or pause mode.

What is an INDEX?

Some SACD or CD are provided with an index marking system which divides tracks or discs into smaller segments. This is especially useful when you want to locate a certain point within a long track (in classical music for example). The index search function works only when you use a commercially available indexed discs (usually indicated on the label).

Locating a point by setting the start time (Time Search)

1. Press 山 / 山 山 to select the desired track in stop mode.
2. Press / to set the time to start play while looking at the display.

You can set the time from the beginning of the desired track when you press at first, and set the time from the end of the desired track backward's when you press at first.

5

1. Press

Play will start at the time search.

Playing Tracks Repeatedly

You can play an entire disc or portions thereof repeatedly. This function can be used with Shuffle Play to repeat all the tracks in random order (page 17), or with Programme Play to repeat all the tracks in a programme (page 17). You can also repeat a specific track or portion within a track.

Note

If you turn off the player or disconnect the mains lead, the player will store the last setting of repeat play ("REPEAT" or "REPEAT 1") and recall it the next time you turn on the player. However, the setting of the Repeat A-B Play will be cancelled if you turn off the player or disconnect the mains lead.

Repeating all the tracks on the disc (Repeat All Play)

Press REPEAT once, then press

"REPEAT" appears in the display and Repeat All Play starts.

The repeat play changes depending on the play mode you select.

When the play mode is The player repeats

Normal play (page 11) All the tracks in sequence

Shuffle Play (page 17) All the tracks in random order

Programme Play (page 17) All the tracks in the programme in sequence

To stop Repeat All Play

Press

To resume normal play

Press REPEAT repeatedly until "REPEAT" goes off.

Repeating the current track (Repeat 1 Play)

While the track you want to repeat is being played, press REPEAT repeatedly until "REPEAT 1" appears in the display.

Repeat 1 Play starts.

To stop Repeat 1 Play

Press ■.

To resume normal play

Press REPEAT repeatedly until "REPEAT" goes off.

Repeating a specific portion within a track (Repeat A-B Play)

You can specify one portion within a track to be played repeatedly. Note that the portion that you specify must be within the boundaries of a single track.

1 While the player is playing, press A B at the starting point (point A) of the portion to be played repeatedly.

"REPEAT" appears and "A" flashes in the display.

2 Continue playing the track (or press ) to locate the ending point (point B), then press A B.

"REPEAT A-B" appears and Repeat A-B Play starts.

To stop Repeat A-B Play and resume normal play Press REPEAT or

You can set a new starting point and ending point during Repeat A-B Play

You can change the current ending point to a new starting point, then specify a new ending point to repeat another portion right after the current portion.

1 During Repeat A-B Play, press A B The current ending point changes to the new starting point (point A). "REPEAT" lights up and "A" flashes in the display.

2 Locate the new ending point (point B) and press A B "REPEAT A-B" lights up and the player starts to repeat the newly specified portion.

When you want to restart from the starting point A, press during A B repeat.

Playing Tracks in Random Order (Shuffle Play)

When you select Shuffle Play, the player plays all the tracks on the disc in random order.

1 Press SHUFFLE in stop mode.
2 Press

Shuffle Play starts.

"..." appears while the player is "shuffling" the tracks.

The player will stop after playing all the tracks once.

To resume normal play

Press CONTINUE.

You can locate tracks during Shuffle Play

Press I▶/I.

Press to locate the next track or press to locate the beginning of the current track. The player does not go back to tracks which have already been played.

Creating Your Own Programme (Programme Play)

You can pick out the tracks that you like and specify the playback order in a programme containing up to 32 tracks.

1 Press PROGRAM in stop mode.

"PROGRAM" appears in the display.

2 Press the number buttons to enter the track number.

If you entered the wrong track number

Press CLEAR to erase the track number and reenter the correct track number using the number buttons.

To select a track number over 11

Press >10 page 14.

3 Repeat step 2 to enter other tracks.

Each time you enter a track number, the total programme time appears in the display.

4 Press

Programme Play starts.

To resume normal play

Press CONTINUE.

The programme remains even after Programme Play ends Press to play from the beginning of the programme again. The programme remains even if you stop play.

Notes

• When tracks which are not numerically consecutive on the disc are programmed consecutively (i.e. 1, 3, 5, etc.), the actual playing time may become longer than the total playing time appeared in the display.
• If you turn off the player, disconnect the mains lead, or press OPEN/CLOSE the programme will be erased.

Creating Your Own Programme(Programme Play)

Checking the contents of the programme

Before you start playing or while the player is playing, press CHECK.

Each time you press the button, the track numbers will appear in the display in the programmed order.

When you press CHECK while the player is playing, the track number appears from the next track numbers of the current playing track number.

Changing the contents of the programme

You can change the contents of the programme in stop mode.

To	Do the following:
Erase a track	1 Press CHECK repeatedly until the track number you want to erase appears. 2 Press CLEAR.
Erase from the last track in the programme	Press CLEAR. Each time you press the button, the last track of the programme is erased.
Add a track to the end of the programme	Press ↓/▶ to select the track you want to add, then press PROGRAM. When using the remote, press the number button of the track to be added.
Erase all tracks	Hold down CLEAR until "Prog Clear" appears in the display.

Listening to a CD Using a Filter (Digital Filter Function)

This player is equipped with a variable coefficient (V.C.) digital filter. By selecting one of five types of filters ("STD," "1," "2," "3," or "4"), you can adjust the sound to match your listening environment and the music source. V.C. is a trademark of Variable Coefficient. For details, see "What is a variable coefficient (V.C.) digital filter?"(page 19)

Press FILTER on the front panel of the player or DIGITAL FILTER on the remote repeatedly until the desired filter type appears in the display.

If you press FILTER or DIGITAL FILTER to change the type of filters during play, the filter indicator changes and the sound will be interrupted momentarily.

Notes

• Digital filters are effective only when you play a conventional CD. You cannot select the digital filter when you play a Super Audio CD.
• When you press FILTER or DIGITAL FILTER while playing a Super Audio CD, "CD ONLY" appears in the display and the digital filter does not work.

Characteristics of each digital filter

The contents and characteristics of the five digital filters are as follows:

STD: Standard (sharp roll-off)

Provides a wide frequency range and spatial feeling, as it holds the most information among the five filters.
Suitable for playback of classical music.

1: Clear (slow roll-off)

Provides smooth and powerful sound with clear image position.
Suitable for playback of jazz band performances and jazz vocals.

2:Plain (slow roll-off)

Provides fresh and energetic sound with rich vocal expression.
Suitable for playback of vocal performances.

3: Fine (slow roll-off)

Provides well-balanced natural sound, with a large scale feel and rich reverberation.
Suitable for listening to any kind of music when you are relaxed.

4: Silky (slow roll-off)

Provides a wide scale feel with associated subtleties. Suitable for light classical music, especially strings.

What is a variable coefficient (V.C.) digital filter?

CD players use digital filters to eliminate the noise generated during sampling. You can change the tone of your music by changing the cutoff characteristics of the digital filter.

Sharp roll-off and slow roll-off

Digital filters can be roughly classified into sharp roll-off types and slow roll-off types, according to their cutoff characteristics.

Comparison of cutoff characteristics for sharp roll-off filter and slow roll-off filter

Sharp roll-off filters quickly cut off noise over 22.05kHz generated during sampling. This is a superior way of completely reproducing signals below 20kHz and is the basic principle behind digital audio.

On the other hand, slow roll-off filters cut off noise generated during sampling, and are able to hold pre- ringing and post-ringing (a kind of sound smearing) in the impulse response signal to a minimum.

Note

The Digital Filter function primarily changes characteristics outside the audible frequency. They cannot affect changes within the audible frequency such as those provided by the tone controls of the amplifier. Therefore, with certain combinations of hardware and software, there may be no noticeable effect after switching the filter.

Additional Information

This chapter provides additional information that will help you understand and maintain your Super Audio CD player.

Precautions

On safety

• Caution - The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the player and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further.

On power sources

• Before operating the player, check that the operating voltage of the player is identical with your local power supply. The operating voltage is indicated on the nameplate at the rear of the player.
• The player is not disconnected from the mains as long as it is attached to the mains, even if the player itself has been turned off.
• If you are not going to use the player for a long time, be sure to disconnect the player from the mains. To disconnect the mains lead, grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord.

On placement

• Place the player in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the player.
• Do not place the player on a soft surface such as a rug that might block the ventilation holes on the bottom.
• Do not place the player in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical shock.

On avoiding deterioration of sound quality

• Do not touch the lens inside.

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 lenses inside the player. Should this occur, the player may not operate properly. In this case, remove the disc and leave the player turned on for about an hour until the moisture evaporates.

On adjusting the volume

• Do not turn up the volume too much while listening to a portion with very low level inputs or no audio signals. If you do, the speakers may be damaged when a peak level portion is played.

On inserting a disc

• You may hear a transmission or a mechanical sound from the player. This indicates that the player is automatically adjusting its internal mechanisms according to the inserted disc.

You may also hear the mechanical sound from the player when you insert a warped disc.

On cleaning

• 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.

On transportation

• Be sure to remove the disc on the tray.
• Be sure to close the disc tray.

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

Notes on Discs

On handling discs

To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its edge. Do not touch the surface.
- Do not stick paper or tape on the disc.

• Use only round-shaped discs. If you use a special shaped disc (e.g., star-shaped or heart-shaped etc.), the player may be damaged.
• Do not use a disc with a seal attached on such as on a used disc or rental disc.

On keeping discs

• Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air ducts.
  After playing, store the disc in its case. If you put it on top of another disc without the case, the disc may be damaged.

On placing discs on the disc tray

Make sure the disc is positioned securely on the tray. If not, the player or the disc may be damaged.

On cleaning

• If the disc is dirty with fingerprints or dust, it may lessen the quality of the audio out.
  Before playing, clean the disc with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from the centre out.

• Clean the disc with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water, and remove moisture with a dry cloth.
• Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, record cleaners, or anti-static spray.

Troubleshooting

If you experience any of the following difficulties while using the player, use this troubleshooting guide to help you remedy the problem. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer.

There is no sound.

Check that the player is connected securely.
Make sure you operate the amplifier correctly.
When you use the headphones, adjust the volume with PHONE LEVEL.

There is no sound from the DIGITAL (CD) OUT connectors.

The audio signals of the super audio CD cannot be output from the DIGITAL (CD) OUT connectors.

The disc does not play.

There is no disc inside the player.
The disc is placed upside down on the tray.
Place the disc on the disc tray with the label side up.
The disc is placed at an angle. Reload the disc.
Clean the disc (see page 21).
Moisture has condensed inside the player. Remove the disc and leave the player turned on for about an hour (see page 20).
There is an incompatible disc on the tray (see page 11).

The remote does not function.

Remove any obstacles in the path of the remote and the player.
Point the remote at the remote sensor on the player.
If the batteries in the remote are weak, replace with new ones.

Specifications

When a super audio CD is played

Playing frequency range 2Hz to 100kHz

Frequency response 2Hz to 50kHz (-3dB)

Dynamic range 105 dB or more

Total harmonic distortion rate

0.0012 % or less

Wow and flutter Value of measurable limit (± 0.001%)

W. PEAK) or less

When a CD is played

Frequency response 2Hz to 20kHz

Dynamic range 100 dB or more

Total harmonic distortion rate

0.0017 % or less

Wow and flutter Value of measurable limit (± 0.001%)

W. PEAK) or less

Output connector

	Jack type	Output level	Load impedance
ANALOG OUT	Phono jacks	2 Vrms (at 50 kilohms)	Over 10 kilohms
DIGITAL (CD) OUT OPTICAL*	Square optical output connector	-18 dBm	Light emitting wave length: 660 nm
DIGITAL (CD) OUT COAXIAL*	Coaxial connector	0.5 Vp-p	75 ohms
PHONES	Stereo phone jack	20 mW	32 ohms

*Output only the audio signals of the CD

General

Laser radiant power: 5.47 uW at 650nm

*These output is the value measured at a distance of about 200mm from the objective lens surface on the optical pick-up.

Power requirements 230VAC,50 / 60Hz

Power consumption 26 W

Dimensions (w/h/d) 430·130·380 mm incl. projecting parts

Mass (approx.) 14.5kg

Supplied accessories

See page 4.

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Index

A

Accessories 4

Amplifier (not supplied) 5

AMS (Automatic Music Sensor) 11

ANALOG OUT 5

B

Batteries 4

C

Cable

Coaxial digital 5

Optical digital 5

Cord

Audio connecting 5

D, E

Digital filter 18

DIGITAL (CD) OUT 5

Displaying information 12

F, G, H, I, J, K

Hooking Up

Audio Components 5

Power 5

L,M,N,O

Locating

a specific track 14

a particular point 15

by entering the track number 14

by observing the time indication (High-Speed Search) 15

by setting the Start Time (Time Search) 15

using the index function (Index Search) 15

while monitoring the sound (Search) 15

P, Q

Pause play 12

Place a disc 11

Playing

a disc 11

by entering the track number 14

repeatedly 16

track in random order 17

Programme Play

Checking the contents of the programme 18

Changing the contents of the programme 18

how to create your own programme 17

R

Remote commander (remote) 9

Repeat

A-B Play 16

All Play 16

1 Play 16

s

Search

High-Speed Search 15

Index Search 15

Time Search 15

Shuffle Play 17

Super Audio CD 3,10

T, U, V, W, X, Y, Z

TEXT 12

TOC 11

AVERTISSEMENT

1Prises ANALOG OUT (5)

14 Touche CLEAR (17)

1: Clair (decrochage lent)

Consummation electrique 26 W

Dimensions (l/h/p)

430·130·380 mm, parties saillantes comprises

Masse (approx.) 14,5kg

Accessoires fournis

Voir page 4.

2Conector DIGITAL (CD) OUT COAXIAL (5)

3Conector DIGITAL (CD) OUT OPTICAL (5)

1Boton CONTINUE (17)

Colocar as pilhas no telecomando

2Conector DIGITAL (CD) OUT COAXIAL (5)

3Conector DIGITAL (CD) OUT OPTICAL (5)