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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 SCD-XA777ES and SCD-XA333ES. SCD- XA777ES is the model used for illustration purposes only. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, “SCD-XA777ES only.” 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.

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. To prevent fire, do not Cover the ventilation of the apparatus with news papers, table-cloths, curtains, etc. And don’t place lighted candles on the apparatus. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquid, such as vases, on the apparatus. This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product. The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT MARKING is located on the rear exterior. Don’t throw away the battery with general house waste, dispose of it correctly as chemical waste.3

Features About the Super Audio CD• Super Audio CD is a new high-quality audio discstandard where music is recorded in the DSD (DirectStream Digital) format (conventional CDs are recordedin the PCM format). The DSD format, using a samplingfrequency 64 times higher than that of a conventionalCD, and with 1-bit quantization, achieves both a widefrequency range and a wide dynamic range across theaudible frequency range, and so provides musicreproduction extremely faithful to the original sound.• The Super Audio CD has two types; a 2 channel stereodisc and a Multi-channel disc which holds up to 6independent channels. The multi-channel characteristicof the Super Audio CD features a speaker allocationsystem basically similar to the 5.1 channel output ofcurrent AV systems.Features of the playerThis player is designed to play back 2-channel and multi-channel Super Audio CDs, and conventional CDs, andprovides the following features:• Mounted with a Discrete Dual Laser Optical Pickup,capable of reading a Super Audio CD or conventionalCD depending on the exclusive wavelength.• Quicker track access performance enabled by anadvanced servo mechanism.• A Multi-Channel Management function that allows youto adjust the multi-channel playback environmentaccording to the allocation and size of your speakers.• A Super Audio D/A Converter and Direct Digital SyncSystem, which allows higher-quality soundreproduction.Others• A Super Audio CD can mark up to 255 track/indexnumbers. This feature applies to SCD-XA777ES/XA333ES.• The supplied remote is capable of controlling both theSCD-XA777ES/XA333ES and a conventional Sony CDplayer.

Getting Started 4 Before You Start the Hookup 4Hooking Up the Audio Components 5 Location and Functions of Parts 8 Front Panel Parts Descriptions 8Rear Panel Parts Descriptions 10Remote Parts Descriptions 11 Playing Discs 12 Compatible Disc Types 12Playing a Disc 14Using the Display 15Locating a Specific Track 18Locating a Particular Point in a Track 18Playing Tracks Repeatedly 19Playing Tracks in Random Order (Shuffle Play) 20Creating Your Own Programme (ProgrammePlay) 21Listening to a CD Using a Filter (Digital FilterFunction) 22Setting the DIGITAL OUT to on/off 22Selecting the default playback area 22Listening to a Multi-channel Super Audio CD(Multi-channel management function) 23 Additional Information 26 Precautions 26Notes on Discs 27Troubleshooting 28Specifications 28Index 294

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 accessoriesThis player comes with the following items:• Audio connecting cord(SCD-XA777ES) phono jack × 2 (Red and White) y phono jack × 2 (Red and White) (3) phono jack × 1 (Black) y phono jack × 1 (Black) (2) (SCD-XA333ES) phono jack × 2 (Red and White) y phono jack × 2 (Red and White) (2) phono jack × 1 (Black) y phono jack × 1 (Black) (2)

• Remote commander RM-SX700 (1)• R6 (size-AA) batteries (2)• Mains lead (1) (SCD-XA777ES only)Inserting batteries into the remoteInsert two R6 (size-AA) batteries into the batterycompartment with the + and – correctly oriented to themarkings. When using the remote, point it at the remotesensor on the player. When to replace the batteriesUnder normal conditions, the batteries should last for about sixmonths. When the remote no longer operates the player, replaceboth 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 lightingapparatus. Doing so may cause a malfunction.• If you do not intend to use the remote for an extended periodof time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage frombattery leakage and corrosion.5

Getting Started ANALOGL

OUT OPTICALCOAXIALCENTERFRONT SURROUND SUB WOOFERDIGITAL(CD)AC IN Hooking Up the Audio Components White (L)Red (R)White (L)Red (R) 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. When you have an amplifier equipped with the 5.1CH input jacks (multi-channel amplifier, AV amplifier, etc.) and connect the player and the amplifier via ANALOG 5.1CH OUT jacks, you can play a multi-channel Super Audio CD and enjoy the multi-channel playback. For normal playback, connect the player and an amplifier via ANALOG 2CH OUT jacks. Connecting via ANALOG 5.1CH OUT jacks Use audio connecting cords for this connection. Connect theANALOG 5.1CH OUT jacks (FRONT L/R, SURR L/R, CENTER,SUBWOOFER) to the corresponding jacks of your amplifier. ForFRONT or SURR connection, use the connecting cords (Red andWhite jacks) and be sure to match the colour-coded pin to theappropriate jacks: white (left) to white and red (right) to red. ForCENTER and SUB WOOFER connection, use the connectingcords (Black). FRONT or SURR connection Audio connecting cords (Red and White) (supplied)BlackBlack CENTER or SUB WOOFER connection Audio connecting cords (Black) (supplied) Notes

• When you make the Multi-channel connection, connect theANALOG 2CH OUT jacks also using another audio connectingcord so that you can play a CD (or SACD) when you set theinput selector of your amplifier to CD (or SACD) input .• During playback of a conventional CD or a 2CH Super AudioCD, no signal is output from the ANALOG 5.1CH FRONT L/Rjacks. Instead, the signal is output in high quality from theANALOG 2CH OUT jacks (see page 7). (SCD-XA777ES only)• During playback of a conventional CD or a 2CH Super AudioCD, the same signal that is output from the ANALOG 2CHOUT jacks is also output from the ANALOG 5.1CH FRONT L/R jacks. (SCD-XA333ES only)• During playback of a Multi-channel Super Audio CD, no signalis output from the ANALOG 2CH OUT jacks. (SCD-XA777ESonly)• During playback of a Multi-channel Super Audio CD, the samesignal that is output from the ANALOG 5.1CH FRONT L/Rjacks is also output from the ANALOG 2CH OUT jacks. (Thedown mixed signal of the Multi-channel signal is not playedback.) (SCD-XA333ES only)• There are 5CH, 4CH, and 3CH Super Audio CD. When youplay these disc, the signal does not output from all the jacks ofthe ANALOG 5.1CH OUT. For details of the playback, see thecover or instructions of the Super Audio CD.To FRONT INjacks (L/R)To SURROUND orREAR IN jacks (L/R)To CENTER IN jack To SUB WOOFERIN jackMulti-channel amplifier,AV amplifier, etc.This illustration is for SCD-XA777ES. For SCD-XA333ES, connect the same jacks of SCD-XA777ES (see page 10).6

Getting Started ANALOG

OUT OPTICALCOAXIALCENTERFRONT SURROUND SUB WOOFERDIGITAL(CD)AC IN Connecting via ANALOG 2CH OUT jacks Use an audio connecting cords for this connection. Connect the ANALOG 2CH OUT L/R jacks to the CD (SACD) input jacks of your amplifier. Be sure to match the colour-coded pin to the appropriate jacks: white (left) to white and red (right) to red. SCD-XA777ES Audio connecting cords (Red and White) (supplied) SCD-XA333ES Audio connecting cords (Red and White) (not supplied*)

• If you do not make the ANALOG 5.1 CH connection (page 5), you can use the supplied audio connecting cable for the ANALOG 2CH connection. White (L) Red (R) White (L) Red (R) To CD (SACD) IN jacks (L/R) Stereo amplifier, etc. Hooking Up the Audio Components Notes

• During playback of a Multi-channel Super Audio CD, no signal is output from the ANALOG 2CH OUT jacks. (SCD-XA777ES only)

• During playback of a Multi-channel Super Audio CD, the same signal that is output from the ANALOG 5.1CH FRONT L/R jacks is also output from the ANALOG 2CH OUT jacks. (The down mixed signal of the Multi-channel signal is not played back.) (SCD-XA333ES only) About the ANALOG 2CH OUT (SCD- XA777ES only) When you play a conventional CD or a 2CH Super Audio CD, the stereo signal is sent to the FRONT, SURROUND, and CENTER/ SUB WOOFER D/A Converters, and each signal is combined after D/A conversion, then combined signal is output from the 2CH OUT jacks. Since each digital signal is converted to analog signal by three converters, this system offers a three-fold improvement in a signal quality and a root three-fold in noise ratio, and results in improvement in a signal to noise ratio. Therefore, the high quality signal is output from the ANALOG 2CH OUT jacks. However, because of the system, no signal is output from the ANALOG 2CH OUT jacks during playback of a Multi-channel Super Audio CD. Similarly, no signal is output from the PHONES jack during playback of a Multi-channel Super Audio CD. This illustration is for SCD-XA777ES. For SCD- XA333ES, connect the same jacks of SCD- XA777ES (see page 10). White (L) Red (R) White (L) Red (R)7

Getting Started 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. Connecting the mains lead (SCD-XA333ES only) Connect the mains lead to a wall outlet. Connecting the mains lead (SCD-XA777ES only) Connect the supplied mains lead to the AC IN terminal on the player and to the mains. Note on the ANALOG output jacks (SCD-XA777ES only) This player is equipped with a Tri-Powered D/A Converter System and a Multi Channel Management function. The usable output settings differ depending on the mode you select as follows. For details, refer to the Operating Instructions. Source

Super Audio CD (2 channel) Super Audio CD (Multi-channel) Note on 2 channel playback of Super Audio CDs If you select “2ch + SW,” the output setting becomes 3 channel and the playback sound is output from the 5.1 CH OUT jacks. Therefore, no sound is output from the 2 CH OUT jacks or PHONES jack. Multi Channel Managment Not available when playing back CDs Direct 2ch + SW Direct Except Direct 2CH OUT jacks

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 (14) Press to turn on the player. 2 Remote sensor (4) 3 Disc tray (14) Press A OPEN/CLOSE to open/close the disc tray. 4 A OPEN/CLOSE button (14) Press to open the disc tray. 5 PHONES Connect the headphones. For SCD-XA777ES During playback of a Multi-channel Super Audio CD, no signal of the Multi-channel signal is output from the PHONES jack (see page 7). For SCD-XA333ES During playback of a Multi-channel Super Audio CD, the same signal that is output from the ANALOG 5.1CH FRONT L/R jacks is output from the PHONES jack. 6 PHONE LEVEL Adjust the headphones volume.9

Location and Functions of Parts 7 TIME/TEXT button (15) 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. 8 MENU (13) Press to enter the menu. 9 MULTI/2CH button (with an LED) (14) Each time you press the button while the 2 channel + Multi-channel Super Audio CD (page 13) is loaded, the playback area changes between the multi-channel playback area (the LED turns on) and 2 channel playback area (the LED turns off). 0 SACD/CD button (with an LED) (14) Each time you press the button while the Hybrid disc (page 13) is loaded, the layer changes between the HD layer (the LED turns on) and CD layer (the LED turns off). qa Display window (15) Shows various information. qs N button (14) Press to start play. N indicator Lights up during playback. qd X button (14) Press to pause play. X indicator Lights up during pause. qf x button (14) Press to stop play. qg l AMS L dial (AMS: Automatic Music Sensor) (18) When you turn the l AMS L dial counterclockwise by one click, you go back to the preceding track; when you turn the l AMS L dial clockwise by one click, you go to the succeeding track. SCD-XA777ES SCD-XA333ES POWER PHONES PHONE LEVELMIN MAXTIME/TEXT SACD/CDOPEN/CLOSE AMS

Location and Functions of Parts Rear Panel Parts Descriptions 1 ANALOG 5.1CH OUT jacks (5) Connect to an amplifier equipped with the 5.1CH input jacks (Multi-channel amplifier, AV amplifier, etc.) using the audio connecting cords. 2 DIGITAL (CD) OUT COAXIAL connector (7) Connect to an audio component using the coaxial digital cable. 3 DIGITAL (CD) OUT OPTICAL connector (7) Connect to an audio component using an optical digital cable. 4 AC IN terminal (7) Connect the mains lead. 5 ANALOG 2CH OUT L/R jacks (6) Connect to an audio component (stereo/2 channel) using the audio connecting cord. SCD-XA777ES SCD-XA333ES ANALOG

2CH OUT 5.1CH OUT OUTFRONTCOAXIAL OPTICALSURR CENTER SUB WOOFERDIGITAL(CD) 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.11

Location and Functions of Parts Remote Parts Descriptions

ADJ CHECK 1 CONTINUE button (20) Press to resume normal play from Shuffle Play or Programme Play. SHUFFLE button (20) Press to select Shuffle Play. PROGRAM button (21) Press to select Programme Play. 2 DISPLAY MODE button (16) Press to turn off the information. 3 TIME/TEXT button (15) 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. 4 Number buttons (18) Press to enter the track numbers.

10 button (18) Press to locate a track numbered over 10. 6 REPEAT button (19) Press repeatedly to play all tracks or only one track on the disc. 7 AyB button (20) Press to select Repeat A-B Play. 8 H button (14) Press to start play. X button (14) Press to pause play. x button (14) Press to stop play. 9 AMS ./> (AMS: Automatic Music Sensor) buttons (18) Press to locate a specific track. 0 m/M buttons (18) Press to locate a portion you want to play within a track. qa INDEX >/. buttons (18) Press to locate a specific point marked with an index signal when you play a disc that has index signals. qs SACD/CD button (14) Each time you press the button, ”SACD“ or ”CD“ appears in the display. Select the type of CD you want to play. qd MULTI/2CH button (14) Press to select the playback area when the 2 channel + Multi-channel Super Audio CD (page 13) is loaded. qf ENTER button (25) Press to decide the selection. qg CLEAR button (21) Press to delete a programmed track number. qh LEVEL ADJ button (25) Press to adjust the output level balance for the Multi- channel management function (page 23). qj CHECK button (21) Press to check the programmed order.12

Compatible Disc Types You can play the following discs with this player.Depending on the type of disc to be played, select theappropriate indicator by pressing SACD/CD or MULTI/2CH (pages 14). Classification by the layer configuration Super Audio CD (single layer disc)This disc consists of a single HD (high density) layer.When you play this disc, the player is set to the SuperAudio CD playback mode automatically.Super Audio CD (dual layer disc)This disc consists of dual HD layers and is capable ofextended play over long periods.When you play this disc, the player is set to the SuperAudio CD playback mode automatically.Also, as the dual layer disc consists of dual HD layers onone side only, it is not necessary to turn the disc over.Conventional CDThis disc is the standard format.When you play this disc, the player is set to theConventional CD playback mode automatically.HD (Super Audio CD)layerHD (Super Audio CD)layerHD (Super Audio CD)layerCD layer Playing Discs This chapter explains the various ways to play discs.Playing Discs

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. Classification by the channel configuration of the Super Audio CD 2 channel Super Audio CD This disc consists of the 2 channel playback area. When you play this disc, the player is set to the 2 channel playback mode automatically. Multi-channel Super Audio CD This disc consists of the multi-channel playback area. When you play this disc, the player is set to the multi- channel playback mode automatically. 2 channel playback area Multi-channel playback area 2 channel + Multi-channel Super Audio CD This disc consists of the 2 channel playback area and the multi-channel playback area. Press MULTI/2CH to select the playback area you want to listen to. Selecting the default playback area (2 channel playback or multi-channel playback area) 1 During stop mode, press MENU. 2 Turn l AMS L until “M/2CH SELECT” appears in the display. 3 Press l AMS L. The current playback area appears. 4 Turn l AMS L to select desired playback area, then press l AMS L. 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.

Playing a Disc The operations for normal play and the basic operations during play are explained below. SCD-XA777ES 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 A OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray, and place a disc on the tray. 5 Press SACD/CD to select the SACD or CD. Each time you press the button, the SACD or CD appears alternately in the display. Select the type of disc on the tray. For details, see page 12. 6 Press N. Playback starts from the first track. If you want to start playing from a specific track, turn lAMSL to select the track number before pressing N. 7 Adjust the volume on the amplifier. SACD/CD lAMSL

With the label side up Basic operations during play To Press Stop play xPause play XResume play after pausing X or NLocate a succeeding track Turn lAMSL clockwise Locate the beginning of the Turn lAMSL current track or a preceding counterclockwisetrackEject the disc A OPEN/CLOSE If you turn on the player when a disc is already loadedPlayback starts automatically. If you connect a commerciallyavailable timer, you can set it to start playing the disc at any timeyou want. To select a layer you want to listen to when playing a hybriddisc (page 13)After you stop play using x, press SACD/CD repeatedly to lighteither the “SACD” or “CD.” To select a playback area you want to listen to when playinga 2 channel + Multi-channel Super Audio CD (page 13)After you stop play using x, press MULTI/2CH repeatedly tolight either the “MULTI CH” or “2 CH.” Note During playback, increase the volume level gradually startingfrom the lowest level. The output from this unit may containband width that are out of the normal listening range. This maycause damage to the speakers or ears.POWER SACD/CD lAMSL

Using the Display The display window shows various information about the disc or track being played. This section describes the current disc information and information that appears for each play status. SCD-XA777ES TIME/TEXT DISPLAY MODE lAMSL MENU

Disc information when a disc is loaded Depending on the disc that is currently loaded, the display shows as follows: 2 channel Super Audio CD Multi-channel Super Audio CD Conventional CD

During playback a 5.1 channel Super Audio CD During playback a 5 channel Super Audio CD During playback other Super Audio CDs or during stop mode Displaying information while the player is stopped Press TIME/TEXT. The display shows the total number of tracks and total playing time,. Total playing time Total number of tracks

Displaying information while the player is playing Press TIME/TEXT. Each time you press the button, the current track number and its elapsed time or remaining time appears, or the total remaining time for the disc appears in the display. When the player detects a Multi-channel Super Audio CD, the channel information appears before the default display appears. 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. Playing track number and elapsed playing time of the current track (default display) Press TIME/TEXT Playing track number and remaining time of the current track Total remaining time on the disc Press TIME/TEXT Press TIME/TEXT Channel information (appears only when the player detects a Multi-channel Super Audio CD) Using the Display 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 17. Displaying the information of a TEXT disc in stop mode Press TIME/TEXT. 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 Artist name Total number of tracks and total playing time Press TIME/TEXT Press TIME/TEXT Press TIME/ TEXTPlaying Discs

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. When the player detects a Multi-channel Super Audio CD, the channel information appears before the playing time of the current track appears.

• While playing a disc 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. Remaining time on the current track Remaining time on the disc Playing time of the current track Track title Press TIME/TEXT Press TIME/TEXT Press TIME/ TEXT Press TIME/TEXT Channel information (appears only when the player detects a Multi-channel Super Audio CD) 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 MENU in stop mode. 2 Turn l AMS L until “LANGUAGE” appears in the display. 3 Press l AMS L. 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. 4 Turn l AMS L until the desired language appears in the display. 5 Press l AMS L. After a few seconds, the information appears in the selected language.Playing Discs

Locating a Specific Track During stop or play mode, you can locate any track to beplayed.SCD-XA777ESNumberbuttons./>>10To locateThe next orsucceeding tracksThe current orpreceding tracksA specific track directlyYou need toTurn l AMS L clockwise untilyou find the track. When using theremote, press > repeatedly until youfind the track.Turn l AMS L counterclockwiseuntil you find the track. When using theremote, press . repeatedly until youfind the track.Turn l AMS L until you find thetrack number you want. When usingthe remote, press . or >repeatedly until you find the track. Locating a track directly by entering the track number Z 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 10/0twice../>m/MINDEX>/.SCD-XA333ES Locating a Particular Point in a Track Z You can locate a particular point in a track during play orplay pause. Locating a point while monitoring the sound (Search) Press and hold m/M during play.You will hear intermittent playback as the disc goesforward or reverses.When you reach the desired point, release the button. Locating a point by observing the time indication (High-Speed Search) Press and hold m/M during play pause.You will not hear the playback sound. When “Over!!” appears in the displayThe disc has reached its end. Press . or m to go back. Note Tracks that are only a few seconds long may be too short formonitoring. 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 orpause mode. What is an INDEX?Some SACD or CD are provided with an index marking systemwhich divides tracks or discs into smaller segments. This isespecially useful when you want to locate a certain point within along track (in classical music for example). The index searchfunction works only when you use a commercially availableindexed discs (usually indicated on the label).lAMSLlAMSL HPlaying Discs

Locating a point by setting the start time (Time Search) 1 Press ./> to select the desired track in stop mode. 2 Press and hold m/M to set the time to start play while looking at the display.You can set the time from the beginning of the desiredtrack when you press M at first, and set the timefrom the end of the desired track backward’s whenyou press m at first. 3 Press H. Play will start at the time search.The player repeatsAll the tracks in sequenceAll the tracks in random orderAll the tracks in the programme insequence Playing Tracks Repeatedly

You can play an entire disc or portions thereof repeatedly.This function can be used with Shuffle Play to repeat allthe tracks in random order (page 20), or with ProgrammePlay to repeat all the tracks in a programme (page 21).You can also repeat a specific track or portion within atrack. Note If you turn off the player or disconnect the mains lead, the playerwill store the last setting of repeat play (“Repeat All” or “Repeat1”) 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 offthe player or disconnect the mains lead. Repeating all the tracks on the disc (Repeat All Play) Press REPEAT once, then press H.“REPEAT” appears in the display and Repeat All Playstarts.The repeat play changes depending on the play mode youselect.When the play mode isNormal play (page 14)Shuffle Play (page 20)Programme Play (page 21)To stop Repeat All PlayPress x.To resume normal playPress REPEAT repeatedly until “REPEAT” goes off. AyB REPEAT

Repeating the current track(Repeat 1 Play)While the track you want to repeat is being played,press REPEAT repeatedly until “REPEAT 1” appears inthe display.Repeat 1 Play starts.To stop Repeat 1 PlayPress x.To resume normal playPress REPEAT repeatedly until “REPEAT 1” goes off.Repeating a specific portion within atrack (Repeat A-B Play)You can specify one portion within a track to be playedrepeatedly. Note that the portion that you specify must bewithin the boundaries of a single track. 1 While the player is playing, press AyB at the starting point (point A) of the portion to be playedrepeatedly.“REPEAT” appears and “A” flashes in the display. 2 Continue playing the track (or press M) to locate the ending point (point B), then press AyB.“REPEAT A-B” appears and Repeat A-B Play starts.To stop Repeat A-B Play and resume normal playPress REPEAT or x. You can set a new starting point and ending point duringRepeat A-B PlayYou can change the current ending point to a new starting point,then specify a new ending point to repeat another portion rightafter the current portion.1 During Repeat A-B Play, press AyB.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 AyB.“REPEAT A-B” lights up and the player starts to repeat thenewly specified portion.When you want to restart from the starting point A, press Hduring AyB repeat.Playing Tracks Repeatedly Z Playing Tracks in Random Order (Shuffle Play) Z When you select Shuffle Play, the player plays all thetracks on the disc in random order. 1 Press SHUFFLE in stop mode. 2 Press H. Shuffle Play starts.“;” appears while the player is “shuffling” the tracks.The player will stop after playing all the tracks once.To resume normal playPress CONTINUE. You can locate tracks during Shuffle PlayPress ./>. Press > to locate the next track or press . to locate the beginning of the current track. The player does not go back totracks which have already been played. CONTINUE SHUFFLE./>Playing Discs

Creating Your Own Programme (Programme Play) Z You can pick out the tracks that you like and specify theplayback order in a programme containing up to 32tracks (or 999 min. 59 sec. in total programme time) 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 numberPress CLEAR to erase the track number and reenterthe correct track number using the number buttons.To select a track number over 11Press >10 (page 18). 3 Repeat step 2 to enter other tracks. Each time you enter a track number, the totalprogramme time appears in the display. 4 Press H. Programme Play starts.To resume normal playPress CONTINUE. The programme remains even after Programme Play endsPress H to play from the beginning of the programme again.The programme remains even if you stop play. Note If you turn off the player, disconnect the mains lead, or pressA OPEN/CLOSE, the programme will be erased.CLEARCONTINUENumberbuttons >10PROGRAMCHECK./>Checking the contents of the programmeBefore you start playing or while the player is playing,press CHECK.Each time you press the button, the track numbers willappear in the display in the programmed order.When you press CHECK while the player is playing, thetrack number appears from the current track number.Changing the contents of the programmeYou can change the contents of the programme in stopmode. Erase a trackErase from the lasttrack in theprogrammeAdd a track to theend of theprogrammeErase all tracksDo the following:1 Press CHECK repeatedly until the tracknumber you want to erase appears.2 Press CLEAR.Press CLEAR.Each time you press the button, the lasttrack of the programme is erased.Press ./> to select the track you wantto add, then press PROGRAM. When usingthe remote, press the number button of thetrack to be added.Hold down CLEAR (for about 2 seconds)until ”Prog CLEAR“ appears in the display.Playing Discs

Listening to a CD Using a Filter (Digital Filter Function) This player is equipped with a digital filter that eliminates noise generated during sampling. By selecting type of filters, you can adjust the sound quality. You can select “STANDARD” or “OPTION.” (The default setting is “STANDARD.”) SCD-XA777ES 1 Press MENU. 2 Turn l AMS L until “D. FILTER” appears in the display. 3 Press l AMS L. 4 Turn l AMS L until desired filter name (“STANDARD” or “OPTION”) appears in the display. 5 Press l AMS L. When you select “OPTION,” “FILTER” appears in the display. Characteristics of each digital filter STANDARD Provides a wide frequency range and spatial feeling. OPTION Provides smooth and powerful sound with clear image position. Notes• Digital filters are effective only when you play a conventionalCD. You cannot select the digital filter when you play a SuperAudio CD.• According to the disc or connected equipment, there may be nonoticeable effect after switching the filter.lAMSLlAMSL SCD-XA333ES MENU MENU Setting the DIGITAL OUT on/ off You can set the digital out mode to on (the digital signals can be output) or off (the digital signals cannot be output). When you use the DIGITAL (CD) OUT COAXIAL or DIGITAL (CD) OUT OPTICAL connecter, set the digital mode to on (“D.OUT ON”). (The default setting is ”D.OUT ON.”) SCD-XA777ES 1 Press MENU. 2 Turn l AMS L until “D. OUTPUT” appears in the display. 3 Press l AMS L. 4 Turn l AMS L until desired digital mode (“D.OUT ON” or “D.OUT OFF”) appears in the display. 5 Press l AMS L. Note When you play a Super Audio CD, this function does not workand no signal is output from the DIGITAL (CD) OUT connectors. Selecting the default playback area (2 channel playback or multi-channel playback area) 1 During stop mode, press MENU. 2 Turn l AMS L until “M/2CH SELECT” appears in the display. 3 Press l AMS L. The current playback area appears. 4 Turn l AMS L to select desired playback area, then press l AMS L. lAMSLlAMSL SCD-XA333ES MENU MENUPlaying Discs

lAMSL MENU ENTERLEVEL ADJ./> Listening to a Multi- channel Super Audio CD (Multi-channel management function) This player is equipped with a Multi-channelmanagement function that sets the playback mode of theSuper Audio CD by the DSD-DSP (built into the player)according to the layout or size of your speaker.Example of the speaker layoutTo set the Multi-channel management:1 Select the appropriate preset playback mode (2 channelplayback or Multi-channel playback).2 Adjust the output level balance of each speaker (onlywhen you select the Multi-channel playback mode).Notes• This features only work when you play the Super Audio CD.• You may not be able to adjust the output level balancedepending on the speaker layout mode that you selected.SCD-XA777ESSurround speakersCenter speaker Sub wooferFront speakers

Selecting 2 channel playback mode 1 Press MENU. 2 Turn l AMS L until “2CH SPK MODE” appears in the display. 3 Press l AMS L. The playback mode appears in the display.Playback mode 2CH Direct2CH + SW

The audio signal is output from the ANALOG 2CH OUTjacks and no signal is output from the ANALOG 5.1CHFRONT L/R jacks. (SCD-XA777ES only)

The audio signal is output from the ANALOG 5.1CHFRONT L/R jacks and no signal is output from theANALOG 2CH OUT jacks. (SCD-XA777ES only) 4 Turn l AMS L until desired mode appears in the display. 5 Press l AMS L. Note You cannot operate this function when the player is in the CD orMulti-channel playback mode. Operate this function when theplayer is in the 2 channel Super Audio CD playback mode, thedisc tray is opened, or no discs are in the player. Selecting Multi-channel playback mode 1 Press MENU. 2 Turn l AMS L until “MCH SPK MODE” appears in the display.Front speakersa* Sub woofer Each signal outputs directly from frontspeakers. No signal outputs from the Subwoofer.* lAMSL MENU SCD-XA333ESPlaying Discs

3 Press l AMS L. The playback mode appears in the display. Playback mode MCH Direct5 – Large + SW5 – Large5 – Small + SWFRT – Large +SWFRT – LargeNo – CNTR + SWNo – CNTR About “Large” or “Small” speaker A “Large” speaker is a speaker that can reproduce bass frequencies plentifully. If you select “Small” for the surround speakers, the bass frequencies will come from the front speakers and/or sub woofer. For normal use, select “MCH Direct” or set all the speakers to “Large” (ex. “5 – Large + SW,” “5 – Large,” etc.). If the sound is noisy or the Multi-channel playback is not effective while playing a Multi-channel Super Audio CD, change the settings of the speakers concerned to “Small.” 4 Turn l AMS L until desired mode appears in the display. 5 Press l AMS L. The output level balance setting display appears. To set the output level balance, go to Step 4 in “Adjusting the output level balance on the front panel of the player” on page 24 or Step 2 in “Adjusting the output level from the remote” on page 25. To return to the normal display, press MENU. Notes

• The Multi-channel management function does not work whenyou select “MCH Direct” (you cannot set the output levelbalance of each speaker).• The front speaker setting is set to “Large” automatically whenyou set the Sub woofer to “––.”• When you play a track that does not contain the LFE* signal,the signal for the Sub woofer does not output. Therefore, whenyou select “MCH Direct,” “5 – Large + SW,” or “No – CNTR +SW,” no signal outputs from the Sub woofer. However, whenyou select “5 – Small + SW” or “FRT – Large +SW” (when youset the speaker setting to “Small”), the bass frequencies willcome from the sub woofer.* Low Frequency Enhancement (described as “.1 CH”) Adjusting the output level balance of each speaker You can adjust following items with the Multi-channel management function: CNTR BALANCE The relative output level balance between the front speakers (FRONT L/R) and the center speaker (CENTER) SURR BALANCE The relative output level balance between the front speakers (FRONT L/R) and the surround speakers (SURR L/R) SW BALANCE The relative output level balance between the front speakers (FRONT L/R) and the sub woofer (SUB WOOFER) Note Some adjustment may not work depending on the Multi-channelplayback mode that you selected. Adjusting the output level balance on the front panel of the player You can adjust the output level balance of each speaker while listening during playback. You can also adjust while listening to the test tone during stop mode. 1 Press MENU. 2 Turn l AMS L until “LEVEL ADJUST” appears in the display. 3 Press l AMS L. During playback, go to Step 6. 4 Turn l AMS L until “TONE ON” appears in the display. 5 Press l AMS L. The test tone issues from the speakers in sequence with the speaker type appearing in the display. 6 Turn l AMS L until the desired item appears in the display. Select the item from “CNTR BALANCE,” “SURR BALANCE,” or “SW BALANCE.” Note When you set the Sub woofer to “––” in the Multi-channelplayback mode (page 23), “SW BALANCE” does not appear.Similarly, “CNTR BALANCE” or “SURR BALANCE” doesnot appear when you set the corresponding speaker to “––.” Front speakers LargeLargeSmallLargeLargeLargeLarge Center speaker LargeLargeSmallSmallSmall

Each signal outputs directly from eachspeaker. Listening to the Multi-channel Super Audio CDPlaying Discs

7 Press l AMS L. The balance adjustment display appears. In stop mode, the test tone is output from the selected speaker. Example: When you select “SURR BALANCE” during stop mode, the test tone is output from the front speakers and surround speakers. 8 Turn l AMS L to adjust the output level. 9 Press l AMS L. The player status returns to Step 6. Repeat Step 6 through 9 for more adjustments.

Press MENU after you finish adjusting. The display returns to the normal display. Adjusting the output level from the remote Z You can adjust the output level of each speaker from the listening position by using the supplied remote. 1 Press LEVEL ADJ during playback or stop mode. During playback, go to Step 4. 2 Press ./> repeatedly until “TONE ON” appears in the display. 3 Press ENTER. The test tone issues from the speakers in sequence with the speaker type appearing in the display. 4 Press ./> repeatedly until the desired item appears in the display. Select the item from “CNTR BALANCE,” “SURR BALANCE,” or “SW BALANCE.” Note When you set the Sub woofer to “––” in the Multi-channelplayback mode (page 23), “SW BALANCE” does not appear.Similarly, “CNTR BALANCE” or “SURR BALANCE” doesnot appear when you set the corresponding speaker to “––.” 5 Press ENTER. The balance adjustment display appears. In stop mode, the test tone is output from the selected speaker. Example: When you select “SURR BALANCE” during stop mode, the test tone is output from the front speakers and surround speakers. 6 Press ./> repeatedly to adjust the output level. 7 Press ENTER. The player status returns to Step 4. Repeat Step 4 through 7 for more adjustments. 8 Press LEVEL ADJ after you finish adjusting. The display returns to the normal display. Note If you select a playback mode other than “2CH Direct” or “MCHDirect” using the Multi-channel management function, the sounddistribution to the speakers will change, possibly causing adecrease in overall sound volume. If this occurs, adjust thevolume with the volume control on the connected amplifier. FRT:_____:SURR TEXT DISC

Note on the ANALOG output jacks (SCD-XA777ES only) This player is equipped with a Tri-Powered D/A ConverterSystem and a Multi Channel Management function. The usableoutput settings differ depending on the mode you select asfollows. For details, refer to the Operating Instructions. Source

Super Audio CD(2 channel)Super Audio CD(Multi-channel) Note on 2 channel playback of Super Audio CDs If you select “2ch + SW,” the output setting becomes 3 channeland the playback sound is output from the 5.1 CH OUT jacks.Therefore, no sound is output from the 2 CH OUT jacks orPHONES jack. Multi Channel Managment Not available whenplaying back CDsDirect2ch + SWDirectExcept Direct 2CH OUT jacks

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 productwill increase eye hazard.• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplugthe player and have it checked by qualified personnel beforeoperating it any further.• AC power cord must be changed only at the qualified serviceshop.• The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source(mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if theunit itself has been turned off. On power sources
• Before operating the player, check that the operating voltage ofthe player is identical with your local power supply. Theoperating voltage is indicated on the nameplate at the rear ofthe player.• The player is not disconnected from the mains as long as it isattached 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 todisconnect the player from the mains. To disconnect the mainslead, grasp the plug itself; never pull the cord. On placement
• Place the player in a location with adequate ventilation toprevent heat build-up in the player.• Do not place the player on a soft surface such as a rug thatmight block the ventilation holes on the bottom.• Do not place the player in a location near heat sources, or in aplace subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or mechanicalshock. 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 onthe lenses inside the player. Should this occur, the player maynot operate properly. In this case, remove the disc and leavethe player turned on for about an hour until the moistureevaporates.• During power on, some noise may be heard while the disc isbeing loaded into the Super Audio CD player. This is not amalfunction. On adjusting the volume
• Do not turn up the volume too much while listening to aportion with very low level inputs or no audio signals. If youdo, the speakers may be damaged when a peak level portion isplayed.27

• 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, heart-shaped, or square-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. Notes on CD-R/CD-RW playback

• Discs recorded on CD-R/CD-RW drives may not be played back because of scratches, dirt, recording condition, or the drive’s characteristics. Besides, the discs, which are not yet finalized at the end of recording, cannot be played back. 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.28

Additional Information Troubleshooting Specifications SCD-XA777ES When a super audio CD is played Playing frequency range 2 Hz to 100 kHzFrequency response 2 Hz to 50 kHz (–3 dB)Dynamic range 108 dB or moreTotal harmonic distortion rate0.0012 % or lessWow and flutter Value of measurable limit (±0.001 %W. PEAK) or less When a CD is played Frequency response 2 Hz to 20 kHzDynamic range 100 dB or moreTotal harmonic distortion rate0.0017 % or lessWow and flutter Value of measurable limit (±0.001 %W. PEAK) or less Output connector *Output only the audio signals of the CD General Laser Semiconductor laser(SACD: λ = 650 nm)(CD: λ = 780 nm)Emission duration: continuousLaser radiant power: 5.47 uW at 650 nm*These output is the value measured at a distance of about 200mm from the objective lens surface on the optical pick-up.Power requirements 230 V AC, 50/60 HzPower consumption 32 WDimensions (w/h/d) 430 × 130 × 380 mmincl. projecting partsMass (approx.) 16 kg Supplied accessories See page 4. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. ANALOG OUTDIGITAL (CD) OUT OPTICAL*DIGITAL (CD) OUT COAXIAL*PHONES Jack type PhonojacksSquareopticaloutputconnectorCoaxialoutputconnectorStereophone jack Output level 2 Vrms(at 50 kilohms)–18 dBm0.5 Vp-p10 mW Load impedance Over 10 kilohmsLight emittingwave length:660 nm75 ohms32 ohms

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 digital out mode is set to off. Set the digital mode to on (see page 22). 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 27). , Moisture has condensed inside the player. Remove the disc and leave the player turned on for about an hour. , There is an incompatible disc on the tray (see page 13). 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. If there is no sound only during 2 channel playback of a Super Audio CD. , Check which mode is selected in Multi-channel management function of Super Audio CD (2 channel). When the “2CH+ SW” mode is selected, sound is output through the 5.1 CH OUT jacks. For details, see page 23. There is no sound from the SUB WOOFER jack. , Select the playback mode so that the Sub woofer is set to “a” (page 23). , When you play a track that does not contain the LFE signal, the signal outputs from the SUB WOOFER jack only when you select “5 – Small + SW” or “FRT – Large + SW” for the Multi-channel playback mode (page 24).29

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Cable Coaxial digital 7 Optical digital 7 Cord Audio connecting 5 D, E, F, G

Layer 12 Locating a specific track 18 a particular point 18 by entering the track number 18 by observing the time indication (High-speed Search)

using the index function (Index Search) 18 while monitoring the sound (Search) 18 M, N Multi-channel management function 23 Multi-channel Super Audio CD 13 SCD-XA333ES When a super audio CD is playedPlaying frequency range 2 Hz to 100 kHzFrequency response 2 Hz to 50 kHz (–3 dB)Dynamic range 106 dB or moreTotal harmonic distortion rate0.0015 % or lessWow and flutter Value of measurable limit (±0.001 %W. PEAK) or lessWhen a CD is playedFrequency response 2 Hz to 20 kHzDynamic range 100 dB or moreTotal harmonic distortion rate0.0018 % or lessWow and flutter Value of measurable limit (±0.001 %W. PEAK) or lessOutput connector*Output only the audio signals of the CDGeneralLaser Semiconductor laser(SACD: λ = 650 nm)(CD: λ = 780 nm)Emission duration: continuousLaser radiant power: 5.47 uW at 650 nm*These output is the value measured at a distance of about 200mm from the objective lens surface on the optical pick-up.Power requirements 230 V AC, 50/60 HzPower consumption 27 WDimensions (w/h/d) 430 × 130 × 380 mmincl. projecting partsMass (approx.) 9.5 kgSupplied accessoriesSee page 4. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. ANALOG OUTDIGITAL (CD) OUT OPTICAL*DIGITAL (CD) OUT COAXIAL*PHONES Jack type PhonojacksSquareopticaloutputconnectorCoaxialoutputconnectorStereophone jack Output level 2 Vrms(at 50 kilohms)–18 dBm0.5 Vp-p10 mW Load impedance Over 10 kilohmsLight emittingwave length:660 nm75 ohms32 ohms ( )30

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Output level balance 24 P, Q Pause play 14 Place a disc 14 Playback mode 2 channel 23 Multi-channel 23 Playing a disc 14 by entering the track number 18 Multi-channel Super Audio CD 23 repeatedly 19 track in random order 20 Programme Play Checking the contents of the programme 21 Changing the contents of the programme 21 how to create your own programme 21