SCDXE670 - Cd player/recorder SONY - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL SCDXE670 SONY

About This Manual The instructions in this manual are for model SCD-XE670.Conventions• Instructions in this manual describe the controls onthe player.You can also use the controls on the remote if theyhave the same or similar names as those on theplayer.• The following icons are used in this manual:Indicates that you can do the task usingthe remote.Indicates hints and tips for making thetask 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 theapparatus 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 objectsfilled with liquid, such as vases, on the apparatus.This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASERproduct.The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT MARKING islocated on the rear exterior.Don’t throw a battery, disposeit as the injurious wastes.3

• Super Audio CD is a new high-quality audio disc standard where music is recorded in the DSD (Direct Stream Digital) format (conventional CDs are recorded in the PCM format). The DSD format, using a sampling frequency 64 times higher than that of a conventional CD, and with 1-bit quantization, achieves both a wide frequency range and a wide dynamic range across the audible frequency range, and so provides music reproduction extremely faithful to the original sound.

• The Super Audio CD has two types; a 2 channel stereo disc and a Multi-channel disc which holds up to 6 independent channels. The multi-channel characteristic of the Super Audio CD features a speaker allocation system basically similar to the 5.1 channel output of current AV systems. Features of the player This player is designed to play back 2-channel and multi-channel Super Audio CDs, and conventional CDs, and provides the following features:

• Mounted with a Discrete Dual Laser Optical Pickup, capable of reading a Super Audio CD or conventional CD depending on the exclusive wavelength.

• Quicker track access performance enabled by an advanced servo mechanism.

• A Multi-Channel Management function that allows you to adjust the multi-channel playback environment according to the allocation and size of your speakers.

• A Super Audio D/A Converter and Direct Digital Sync System, which allows higher- quality sound reproduction. Others

• A Super Audio CD can mark up to 255 track numbers. This feature applies to SCD- XE670.

Getting Started Checking the supplied accessories This player comes with the following items:

• Audio connecting cord 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) Inserting Batteries Into the Remote You can control the player using the supplied remote. Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by matching the + and – on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery compartment. Insert the negative (–) end first, then push in and down until the positive (+) end clicks into position. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor on the player. z 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 System 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 the ANALOG 5.1CH OUT jacks (FRONT L/R, SURR L/R, CENTER, SUBWOOFER) to the corresponding jacks of your amplifier. For FRONT or SURR connection, use the connecting cords (Red and White jacks) and be sure to match the colour- coded pin to the appropriate jacks: white (left) to white and red (right) to red. For CENTER and SUB WOOFER connection, use the connecting cords (Black).Getting Started

To SURROUND or REAR IN (L/R) jacks To SUB WOOFER IN jack To CENTER IN jack To FRONT IN (L/R) jacks FRONT or SURR connection Audio connecting cords (Red and White) (supplied) CENTER or SUB WOOFER connection Audio connecting cords (Black) (supplied) Notes

• When you make the Multi-channel connection, connect the ANALOG 2CH OUT jacks also using another audio connecting cord so that you can play a CD (or SACD) when you set the input selector of your amplifier to CD (or SACD) input .

• During playback of a conventional CD or a 2CH Super Audio CD, the same signal that is output from the ANALOG 2CH OUT jacks is also output from the ANALOG 5.1CH FRONT L/R jacks.

• 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.)

• There are some types of Super Audio CD disc, such as 5CH, 4CH, and 3CH. When you play these disc, the signal does not output from all the jacks of the ANALOG 5.1CH OUT. For details of the playback, see the cover or instructions of the Super Audio CD disc. White (L) White (L) Red (R) Red (R) BlackBlack continued8

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. White (L)White (L)Red (R) Red (R) Hooking Up the System (continued) Audio connecting cords (Red and White) (notsupplied*)

• If you do not make the ANALOG 5.1 CH connection (page 6), you can use the supplied audio connecting cable for the ANALOG 2CH connection. To CD (SACD) IN (L/R) jacks 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 OPTICAL connector. Those of the Super Audio CD cannot be output through the DIGITAL (CD) OUT OPTICAL connector. Connecting the AC power cord Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet.Playing discs

Playing 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 or MULTI/2CH (pages 11). 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 Super Audio CD playback mode automatically. Super Audio CD (dual layer disc) This disc consists of dual HD layers and is capable of extended play over long periods. When you play this disc, the player is set to the Super Audio CD playback mode automatically. 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. When you play this disc, the player is set to the Conventional CD playback mode automatically. HD (Super Audio CD)layerHD (Super Audio CD)layerCD layerHD (Super Audio CD)layerSuper 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. HD (Super Audio CD)layerCD layerMulti-channel playback area 2 channel playback area Getting Started continued10

2 channel + Multi-channel SuperAudio CDThis disc consists of the 2 channel playbackarea and the multi-channel playback area.Press MULTI/2CH to select the playback areayou want to listen to.You can select the default playback area (2channel playback or multi-channel playbackarea). 1 During stop mode, press MENU. 2 Turn lAMSL until “M/2CH SELECT” appears in the display. 3 Press lAMSL. The current playback area appears. 4 Turn lAMSL to select desired playback area, then presslAMSL. Incompatible Discs This player cannot play the following discs. Ifyou try to play them, the error message “TOC Error” or “No Disc” will appear or there will be no sound.• CD-ROM• DVD, etc. Compatible Disc Types (continued) Multi-channel playback area 2 channel playback area Playing a Disc The operations for normal play and the basicoperations 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 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 SACDor CD appears alternately in the display.Select the type of disc on the tray. Fordetails, see page 9. 6 Press H. Playback starts from the first track. If youwant to start playing from a specific track,turn lAMSL to select the tracknumber before pressing H. 7 Adjust the volume on the amplifier. With the label side upPlaying discs

Basic operations during play To Press Stop play xPause play XResume play after X or HpausingLocate a succeeding Turn lAMSLtrack clockwiseLocate the beginning Turn lAMSLof the current track counterclockwiseor a preceding trackEject the disc A OPEN/CLOSEz If you turn on the player when a disc isalready loadedPlayback starts automatically. If you connect acommercially available timer, you can set it to startplaying the disc at any time you want.z To select a layer you want to listen towhen playing a hybrid disc (page 9)After you stop play using x, press SACD/CD repeatedly to light either the “SACD” or “CD.” z To select a playback area you want tolisten to when playing a 2 channel +Multi-channel Super Audio CD (page 10)After you stop play using x, press MULTI/2CH repeatedly to light either the “MULTI CH” or “2 CH.” Note During playback, increase the volume levelgradually starting from the lowest level. The outputfrom this unit may contain band width that are out ofthe normal listening range. This may cause damageto the speakers or ears. 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. Disc information when a disc is loaded Depending on the disc that is currently loaded, the display shows as follows: 2 channel Super Audio CDMulti-channel Super Audio CDConventional CD Displaying information while the player is stopped Press TIME/TEXT. The display shows the total number of tracks and total playing time.

Total playing timeTotal number of tracks

Using the Display (continued) 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.

[MULTI] 5.1 CH SACD MULTI 5.1CHTRACK12345678910Playing track number and elapsed playing timeof 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 Channel information (appears only when theplayer detects a Multi-channel Super Audio CD) 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. Press TIME/TEXTPlaying discs

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, “ART.” appears in the display.

SONY BAND SACD ART. MULTI CH TEXT Disc title Artist name Total number of tracks and total playing time Press TIME/TEXT Press TIME/TEXT Press TIME/TEXT 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.

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 Channel information (appears only when the player detects a Multi-channel Super Audio CD) continued Press TIME/TEXT14

Notes• The display may not show all the characters,depending on the disc.• This player can display only the disc name, artistname, and track names from TEXT discs. Otherinformation cannot be displayed. Displaying the information of a TEXT disc in other languages You can change the displayed language if theTEXT disc has multi language capacity. Whenthe player detects such a TEXT disc, “TEXT”and “MULTI” appear in the display. Changethe language according to the proceduresbelow. 1 Press MENU in stop mode. 2 Turn lAMSL until “LANGUAGE” appears in the display. 3 Press lAMSL. The current selected language (English,French, German, etc.) flashes.If the player cannot display the languageused in a TEXT disc, “Other Lang” appearsin the display. 4 Turn lAMSL until the desired language appears in the display. 5 Press lAMSL. After a few seconds, the informationappears in the selected language. Using the Display (continued) Locating a Specific Track During stop or play mode, you can locate anytrack to be played. To locate The next orsucceedingtracksThe currentor precedingtracksA specifictrack directly Locating a track directly by entering the track number Z Press the number button(s) to enter thetrack number.z 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, then3 and 10/0.• To play track number 100, press >10twice, then 1, and 10/0 twice. You need to Turn lAMSL clockwiseuntil you find the track. Whenusing the remote, press >repeatedly until you find thetrack.Turn lAMSLcounterclockwise until you findthe track. When using the remote,press . repeatedly until youfind the track.Turn lAMSL until youfind the track number you want.When using the remote, press. or > repeatedly untilyou find the track.Playing discs

Locating a Particular Point in a Track You can locate a particular point in a trackduring play or play pause. Locating a point while monitoring the sound (Search) Press and hold m/M during play.You will hear intermittent playback as the discgoes forward or reverses.When you reach the desired point, release thebutton. 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.z When “Over!!” appears in the display The disc has reached its end. Press . or m to go back. Note Tracks that are only a few seconds long may be tooshort for monitoring. In this case, the player may notsearch correctly. Locating a point using the index function (Index Search)

Press INDEX. or INDEX> repeatedlyin play or pause mode.z What is an INDEX?Some SACD or CD are provided with an indexmarking system which divides tracks or discs intosmaller segments. This is especially useful when youwant to locate a certain point within a long track (inclassical music for example). The index searchfunction works only when you use a commerciallyavailable indexed discs (usually indicated on thelabel). Locating a point by setting the start time (Time Search) 1 Press ./> (or turn lAMSL) to select the desired track in stopmode. 2 Press and hold m/M to set the time to start play while looking at thedisplay.You can set the time from the beginning ofthe desired a track when you press M atfirst, and set the time from the end of thedesired track backward’s when you pressm at first. 3 Press H. Play will start at the time search.

Playing Tracks Repeatedly You can play an entire disc or portions thereofrepeatedly. This function can be used withShuffle Play to repeat all the tracks in randomorder (page 17), or with Programme Play torepeat all the tracks in a programme (page 18).You can also repeat a specific track or portionwithin a track. Note If you turn off the player or disconnect the mainslead, the player will store the last setting of repeat play (“Repeat All” or “Repeat 1”) and recall it the next time you turn on the player. However, the settingof the Repeat A-B Play will be cancelled if you turnoff the 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 RepeatAll Play starts.The repeat play changes depending on the playmode you select. When the play mode is Normal play(page 10)Shuffle Play(page 17)Programme Play(page 18)To stop Repeat All PlayPress x.To resume normal playPress REPEAT repeatedly until “REPEAT”goes off. The player repeats All the tracks in sequenceAll the tracks in randomorderAll the tracks in theprogramme in sequence Repeating the current track (Repeat 1 Play) While the track you want to repeat is beingplayed, press REPEAT repeatedly until“REPEAT 1” appears in the display.Repeat 1 Play starts.To stop Repeat 1 PlayPress x.To resume normal play Press REPEAT repeatedly until “REPEAT 1” goes off. Repeating a specific portion within a track (Repeat A-B Play) Z You can specify one portion within a track tobe played repeatedly. Note that the portion thatyou specify must be within the boundaries of asingle track. 1 While the player is playing, press AyB at the starting point (point A) ofthe portion to be played repeatedly. “REPEAT” appears and “A” flashes in the display. 2 Continue playing the track (or press M) to locate the ending point (pointB), then press AyB.“REPEAT A-B” appears and Repeat A-BPlay starts.To stop Repeat A-B Play and resumenormal playPress REPEAT or x.Playing discs

z You can set a new starting point andending point during Repeat A-B PlayYou can change the current ending point to a newstarting point, then specify a new ending point torepeat another portion right after the current portion.1 During Repeat A-B Play, press AyB.The current ending point changes to the newstarting point (point A). “REPEAT” lights up and “A” flashes in the display. 2 Locate the new ending point (point B) and pressAyB.“REPEAT A-B” lights up and the player starts torepeat the newly specified portion.When you want to restart from the starting point A, press H during AyB 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 on the remote in stop mode. When you operate on the player, press PLAY MODE repeatedly until “SHUFFLE” appears in the display. 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 play Press CONTINUE on the remote. When you operate on the player, press PLAY MODE repeatedly until “SHUFFLE” disappears from the display. z You can locate tracks during Shuffle Play Press ./>. Press > to locate the next track or press . to locate the beginning of the current track. The playerdoes not go back to tracks which have already beenplayed.18

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 (or 999 min. 59 sec. in total programme time) 1 Press PROGRAM on the remote in stop mode. “PROGRAM” appears in the display. When you operate on the player, press PLAY MODE repeatedly until “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). When you operate on the player, turn lAMSL until the track you want appears and push lAMSL to select the track. 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 H. Programme Play starts. To resume normal play Press CONTINUE on the remote. When you operate on the player, press PLAY MODE repeatedly until “PROGRAM” disappears from the display. z The programme remains even afterProgramme Play endsPress H to play from the beginning of theprogramme again.The programme remains even if you stop play. Note If you turn off the player, disconnect the mains lead,or press A OPEN/CLOSE, the programme will beerased. Checking the contents of the programme Before you start playing or while theplayer 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.Playing discs

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

Erase a trackErase from thelast track in theprogrammeAdd a track tothe end of theprogrammeErase all tracks Do the following: 1Press CHECK repeatedlyuntil the track number youwant to erase appears.2Press CLEAR.Press CLEAR.Each time you press the button,the last track of the programmeis erased.Press ./> on the remoteto select the track you want toadd, then press PROGRAM onthe remote. When using theremote, press the numberbutton of the track to be added.When you operate on theplayer, turn lAMSLuntil the track number you wantto add appears, then pushlAMSL.Hold down CLEAR or x (forabout 2 seconds) until ”ProgCLEAR“ appears in thedisplay. Listening to a Multi- channel Super Audio CD (Multi-channel management function) This player is equipped with a Multi-channel management function that sets the playback mode of the Super Audio CD by the DSD-DSP (built into the player) according to the layout or size of your speaker. Example of the speaker layout To set the Multi-channel management: 1 Select the appropriate preset playback mode (2 channel playback or Multi-channel playback). 2 Adjust the output level balance of each speaker (only when you select the Multi- channel playback mode). Notes• This features only work when you play the SuperAudio CD.• You may not be able to adjust the output levelbalance depending on the speaker layout mode thatyou selected.Surround speakersCenter speaker Sub wooferFront speakersL Rcontinued

3 Press lAMSL. The playback mode appears in the display. Playback mode MCH Direct5 – Large + SW5 – Large5 – Small + SWFRT – Large +SWFRT – LargeNo – CNTR + SWNo – CNTR Playback mode MCH Direct5 – Large + SW5 – Large5 – Small + SWFRT – Large +SWFRT – LargeNo – CNTR + SWNo – CNTR Selecting 2 channel playback mode 1 Press MENU. 2 Turn lAMSL until “2CH SPK MODE” appears in the display. 3 Press lAMSL. The playback mode appears in the display. Playback mode 2CH Direct2CH + SW 4 Turn lAMSL until desired mode appears in the display. 5 Press lAMSL. Note You cannot operate this function when the player is inthe CD or Multi-channel playback mode. Operate thisfunction when the player is in the 2 channel SuperAudio CD playback mode, the disc tray is opened, orno discs are in the player. Selecting Multi-channel playback mode 1 Press MENU. 2 Turn lAMSL until “MCH SPK MODE” appears in the display. Front speakers

Each signal outputs directlyfrom each speaker.Each signal outputs directly fromfront speakers. No signal outputsfrom the Sub woofer. Listening to a Multi-channel Super Audio CD (continued) Surround speakers LargeLargeSmallSmallSmallLargeLarge Sub woofer

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 lAMSL until desired mode appears in the display. 5 Press lAMSL. 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 21 or Step 2 in “Adjusting the output level from the remote” on page 22. To return to the normal display, press MENU. Notes• The Multi-channel management function does not work when you select “MCH Direct” (you cannot set the output level balance of each speaker).• The front speaker setting is set to “Large”automatically when you set the Sub woofer to “––.”• When you play a track that does not contain theLFE* signal, the signal for the Sub woofer does notoutput. Therefore, when you select “MCH Direct,” “5 – Large + SW,” or “No – CNTR + SW,” no signal outputs from the Sub woofer. However, when you select “5 – Small + SW” or “FRT – Large + SW” (when you set the speaker setting to “Small”), the bass frequencies will come 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 theMulti-channel playback mode that you selected.Adjusting the output level balanceon 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 lAMSL until “LEVEL ADJUST” appears in the display. 3 Press lAMSL. During playback, go to Step 6. 4 Turn lAMSL until “TONE ON” appears in the display. 5 Press lAMSL. The test tone issues from the speakers in sequence with the speaker type appearing in the display. continued22

6 Turn lAMSL 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 theMulti-channel playback mode (page 20), “SWBALANCE” does not appear. Similarly, “CNTR BALANCE” or “SURR BALANCE” does not appear when you set the corresponding speaker to“––.” 7 Press lAMSL. 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 lAMSL to adjust the output level. 9 Press lAMSL. 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. Listening to a Multi-channel Super Audio CD (continued) FRT:_____:SURR SACD MULTI CH DISC

Adjusting the output level from theremote 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 theMulti-channel playback mode (page 20), “SWBALANCE” does not appear. Similarly, “CNTR BALANCE” or “SURR BALANCE” does not 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. FRT:_____:SURR SACD MULTI CH DISC

FRT:_____:SURR SACD MULTI CH DISC 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. Additional Information 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.

• AC power cord must be changed only at the qualified service shop.

• The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off. 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 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.

• During power on, some noise may be heard while the disc is being loaded into the Super Audio CD player. This is not a malfunction. continued Additional Information24

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. Precautions (continued) 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, 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.Additional Information

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 volumewith PHONE LEVEL.There is no sound from the DIGITAL (CD) OUTOPTICAL connector.• The audio signals of the super audio CD cannotbe output from the DIGITAL (CD) OUTOPTICAL connector.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 24).• Moisture has condensed inside the player.Remove the disc and leave the player turned onfor about an hour.• There is an incompatible disc on the tray (seepage 10).The remote does not function.• Remove any obstacles in the path of the remoteand the player.• Point the remote at the remote sensor on theplayer.• If the batteries in the remote are weak, replacewith new ones.There is no sound from the SUB WOOFER jack.• Select the playback mode so that the Sub wooferis set to “a” (page 20).• When you play a track that does not contain theLFE signal, the signal outputs from the SUBWOOFER jack only when you select “5 – Small + SW” or “FRT – Large + SW” for the Multi- channel playback mode (page 21). Specifications 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 103 dB or moreTotal harmonic distortionrate 0.0020 % 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 98 dB or moreTotal harmonic distortionrate 0.0025 % or lessWow and flutter Value of measurable limit(±0.001 % W. PEAK) or less Output connector ANALOG OUT DIGITAL(CD) OUTOPTICAL*PHONES*Output only the audio signals of the CD General Laser: Semiconductor laser(SACD: λ = 650 nm)(CD: λ = 780 nm)Emission duration: continuousPower requirements 230 V AC, 50/60 HzPower consumption 26 W Dimensions (w/h/d) 430 × 95 × 285 mm incl. projecting partsMass (approx.) 3.9 kg Supplied accessories See page 6. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Load impedanceOver 10kilohms Wave length:660 nm32 ohms Jack type PhonojacksSquareopticaloutputconnectorStereophone jack Output level2 Vrms(at 50 kilohms)–18 dBm10 mW2

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