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USER MANUAL SCDC555ES SONY

WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. Welcome! Thank you for purchasing the Sony SuperAudio CD Player. Before operating theunit, please read this manual thoroughlyand retain it for future reference. About This Manual The instructions in this manual are formodel SCD-C555ES. Conventions

• Instructions in this manual describe thecontrols on the player.You can also use the controls on theremote if they have the same or similarnames as those on the player.• The following icons are used in thismanual:Indicates that you can do thetask using the remote.Indicates hints and tips formaking the task easier.

This symbol is intended to alert theuser to the presence of uninsulated“dangerous voltage” within theproduct’s enclosure that may be ofsufficient magnitude to constitute arisk of electric shock to persons.This symbol is intended to alert theuser to the presence of importantoperating and maintenance(servicing) instructions in theliterature accompanying theappliance. WARNING This equipment has been tested and foundto comply with the limits for a Class Bdigital device, pursuant to Part 15 of theFCC Rules. These limits are designed toprovide reasonable protection againstharmful interference in a residentialinstallation. This equipment generates,uses, and can radiate radio frequencyenergy and, if not installed and used inaccordance with the instructions, maycause harmful interference to radiocommunications. However, there is noguarantee that interference will not occur ina particular installation. If this equipmentdoes cause harmful interference to radio ortelevision reception, which can bedetermined by turning the equipment offand on, the user is encouraged to try tocorrect the interference by one or more ofthe following measures:– Reorient or relocate the receivingantenna.– Increase the separation between theequipment and receiver.– Connect the equipment into an outlet ona circuit different from that to which thereceiver is connected.– Consult the dealer or an experiencedradio/TV technician for help. CAUTION You are cautioned that any changes ormodification not expressly approved in thismanual could void your authority tooperate this equipment. For the customers in the United States Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are locatedat the rear of the unit.Record the serial number in the spaceprovided below. Refer to them wheneveryou call upon your Sony dealer regardingthis product.Model No. SCD-C555ESSerial No. _________________________The following caution label is locatedinside the unit.The use of optical instruments with thisproduct will increase eye hazard.As the laser beam used in this CD player isharmful to eyes, do not attempt todisassemble the cabinet. Refer servicing toqualified personnel only. For the customers in Canada This Class B digital apparatus complieswith Canadian ICES-003. CAUTION TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DONOT USE THIS POLARIZED AC PLUGWITH AN EXTENSION CORD,RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLETUNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLYINSERTED TO PREVENT BLADEEXPOSURE.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.• Editing of Disc and Track Titles, etc., on a TEXT displayfor Super Audio CDs and conventional CDs.Others• A Super Audio CD can mark up to 255 track numbers.This feature applies to SCD-C555ES.• The supplied remote is capable of controlling both theSCD-C555ES and a conventional Sony CD player.

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 15Replacing Discs While Playing a Disc 18Locating a Specific Disc 19Locating a Specific Track 19Locating a Particular Point in a Track 20Playing Tracks Repeatedly 21Playing Tracks in Random Order (Shuffle Play) 22Creating Your Own Program (Program Play) 23Listening to a Multi-channel Super Audio CD(Multi-channel management function) 24 Storing Information About CDs 28 What You Can Do With the Disc Name 28Labeling Discs (Disc Name) 29 Additional Information 31 Using the CONTROL A1II control system 31Precautions 33Notes on Discs 34Troubleshooting 34Specifications 35Index 354

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 phono jack × 2 (Red and White) y phono jack × 2 (Red and White) (2) phono jack × 1 (Black) y phono jack × 1 (Black) (2)

• Monaural (2P) mini-plug cord (1) (Connecting cord forCONTROL A1 ) (supplied for Canadian models only)• Remote commander (remote) RM-SC500 (1)• R06 (size-AA) batteries (2)Inserting batteries into the remoteInsert two R06 (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

2CH OUT 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. 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) 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 ( not supplied) so that you can play a CD (or SACD) whenyou set the input selector of your amplifier to CD (or SACD)input .• 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.• 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.)• 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.White (L)Red (R)White (L)Red (R)BlackBlackTo FRONT INjacks (L/R)To SURROUND orREAR IN jacks (L/R)To CENTER IN jack To SUB WOOFERIN jackMulti-channel amplifier,AV amplifier, etc.6

2CH OUT 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 color-coded pin to the appropriate jacks: white (left) to white and red (right) to red. 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) Hooking Up the Audio Components To CD (SACD) IN jacks (L/R) Stereo amplifier, etc.7

Getting Started About the CONTROL A1 jack If you have a Sony component with the CONTROL

(or CONTROL A1) jack Connect the component via the CONTROL A1 (or CONTROL A1) jack with a monaural (2P) mini-plug cord. You can simplify the operation of audio systems composed of separate Sony components. For details, see “Using the CONTROL A1 Control System” on page 31. When using another Sony CD player in conjunction with this player You can set the supplied remote to be effective on this player only by changing the command mode of the remote. If you connect this player to another Sony CD player, you have to set the command mode of each player. To set the command mode of the remote

• If the other player’s command mode can be set: Set the CD1/2 switch of this player’s remote to CD1 (factory setting), and set the other player’s remote to CD2.

• If the other player’s command mode cannot be set: Set the CD1/2 switch of this player’s remote to CD2. To set the command mode of this player 1 Press MENU. 2 Turn l AMS L to select “COMMAND MODE.” 3 Push l AMS L. The current command mode appears. 4 Turn l AMS L to select CD1 or CD2, then push l AMS L again. Transporting the player Before transporting the player, follow the procedure below to return the internal mechanisms back to their original position. 1 Remove all the discs from the disc tray. 2 Press A OPEN/CLOSE to close the disc tray. “No Disc” appears in the display. 3 Wait for 10 seconds, then press POWER to turn off the player. 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 AC power cord Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet.8

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/off the player. 2 Remote sensor (4) 3 DISC 1–5 button (14) Press to select the disc. 4 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 an HD (SACD) layer (the LED turns on) and CD layer (the LED turns off). 5 Display window (15) Shows various information. 6 N button (14) Press to start play. N indicator Lights up during playback. 7 X button (14) Press to pause play. X indicator Lights up during pause. 8 x button (14) Press to stop play.9

Location and Functions of Parts 9 EX-CHANGE button (18) Press to replace discs while playing a disc. 0 CHECK button (23) Press to check the programmed order. qa lAMSL dial (AMS: Automatic Music Sensor) (7, 14) When you turn the lAMSL dial counterclockwise by one click, you go back to the preceding track; when you turn the lAMSL dial clockwise by one click, you go to the succeeding track. qs CLEAR button (23) Press to delete a programmed track number. qd DISC SKIP button (14) Press to select the disc. qf PHONES LEVEL control Adjust the headphones volume. qg PHONES jack Connect the headphones. 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. POWER PHONES LEVEL MIN MAX AMS PUSH ENTER SACD MULTI/2CHCHECK CLEARDISC SKIPEX-CHANGEDISC 1CONTINUEDISC 2SHUFFLEDISC 3PROGRAMDISC 4 MENU

DISC 5TIME/TEXTOPEN/CLOSE

qh A OPEN/CLOSE button (14) Press to open/close the disc tray. qj Disc tray (14) Press A OPEN/CLOSE to open/close the disc tray. qk MULTI/2CH button (with an LED) (14) Press to select the playback area when the 2 channel + Multi-channel Super Audio CD is loaded. When you select the Multi-channel playback area (page 13), the LED turns on. ql TIME/TEXT button (16) 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. w; MENU button (7) Press to enter the menu. wa PROGRAM button (23) Press to select Program Play. ws SHUFFLE button (22) Press to select Shuffle Play. wd CONTINUE button (14) Press to resume normal play from Shuffle Play or Program Play.10

Location and Functions of Parts Rear Panel Parts Descriptions 1 ANALOG 2CH OUT L/R jacks (6) Connect to an audio component (stereo/2 channel) using the audio connecting cord. 2 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. 3 DIGITAL (CD) OUT OPTICAL connector (7) Connect to an audio component using an optical digital cable. 4 DIGITAL (CD) OUT COAXIAL connector (7) Connect to an audio component using the coaxial digital cable.

2CH OUT 5 CONTROL A1 jacks (7, 31) Connect to a Sony audio component using the monaural (2P) mini-plug cord. Note Only the audio signals of the CD can be output from the DIGITAL (CD) OUT connectors shown in 3 and 4. Those of the Super Audio CD cannot be output through DIGITAL (CD) OUT.11

Location and Functions of Parts Remote Parts Descriptions

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CD2 1 CONTINUE button (14) Press to resume normal play from Shuffle Play or Program Play. SHUFFLE button (22) Press to select Shuffle Play. PROGRAM button (23) Press to select Program Play. 2 NAME INPUT button (29) Press to enter the name input mode. 3 DISC/CAPS button (19, 29) Press to select the disc. Press to select the capital letter in name input mode. 4 Number buttons (19) Press to enter the track numbers.

10 button (19) Press to locate a track numbered over 10. 6 REPEAT button (21) Press repeatedly to play all tracks or only one track on the disc. 7 CHECK button (23) Press to check the programmed order. 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 (19) Press to locate a specific track. 0 m/M buttons (20) Press to locate a portion you want to play within a track. qa DISC SKIP +/– buttons (14) Press to select the disc. qs CD1/2 (COMMAND MODE) switch (7) Select the command mode. qd DISPLAY MODE button (16) Press to turn off the information. qf SACD/CD button (14) Each time you press the button while the Hybrid disc (page 13) is loaded, the layer changes between an HD layer (the SACD/CD LED turns on) and CD layer (the SACD/CD LED turns off). qg MULTI/2CH button (14) Press to select the playback area when the 2 channel + Multi-channel Super Audio CD is loaded. When you select the Multi-channel playback area (page 13), the MULTI/2CH LED turns on. qh TIME/TEXT/SPACE button (16, 30) 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. Press to insert a space in name input mode. qj ENTER button (29) Press to decide the selection. qk CLEAR button (23) Press to delete a programmed track number. ql LEVEL ADJ button (26) Press to adjust the output level balance for the Multi- channel management function (page 24).12

CD layer 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 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)layerPlaying 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. You can select the default playback layer (HD or CD). 1 During stop mode, press MENU. 2 Turn l AMS L to until “LAYER SELECT” appears in the display. 3 Press l AMS L. The current default layer appears. 4 Turn lAMSL to select CD or SACD, then push lAMSL again. The default layer setting is SACD. 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. CD layer 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. You can select the default playback area (2 channel playback or multi-channel playback area). 1 During stop mode, press MENU. 2 Turn l AMS L to 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.

Basic operations during play To Press Stop play xPause play XResume play after pausing X or N Locate a succeeding track Turn lAMSL clockwise Locate the beginning of the Turn lAMSLcurrent track or a preceding counterclockwisetrackGo to the next disc DISC SKIPSelect a disc directly DISC 1–5Eject the disc A OPEN/CLOSE You can select the disc you want to start playing firstPress one of the DISC 1–5 buttons. 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 light either “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 to light either “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. 7 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. 8 Adjust the volume on the amplifier. When you select

The player plays All discs in the player consecutively inthe order of disc numberOnly the disc you’ve selected 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 A OPEN/CLOSE to open the disc tray, and place a disc on the tray. 5 To place other discs, press DISC SKIP and place the discs in the order you want to play. Each time you press the button, the disc tray turns and you can place the discs in the empty disc compartments. The player plays the disc in front of you first. 6 Press CONTINUE to select ALL DISCS or 1 DISC Continuous Play mode. Each time you press the CONTINUE button, “ALL DISCS” or “1 DISC” appears in the display. 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. lAMSL

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

Total playing timeCurrent disc numberDISCSALL

SACD DISC TRACK INDEX MIN SEC1234567891012345MULTI CH Displaying information while the player is playing Z 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. DISCSALL 1 -43.32 SACD CD1

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MULTI 5.1CH MULTI 5.1CH MULTI 5.1CH MULTI 5.1CH Playing track number and elapsed playing time of the current track (default display) Press TIME/TEXTPlaying track number and remaining time ofthe current track Total remaining time on the disc Press TIME/TEXTTotal number of tracks Using the Display Displaying information while the player is stopped Z Press TIME/TEXT. The display shows the current disc number, total number of tracks, and total playing time. The information also appears when you press the A OPEN/CLOSE button to close the disc tray. The tracks numbered over 16 cannot be displayed in the music calendar. Notes on the disc number indications

• The red circle around a disc number indicates the disc is readyto be played.• When all the tracks on a disc have been played, the semi-circlearound the disc number disappears.• When a disc compartment is recognized as empty, the semi-circled disc number disappears.Press TIME/TEXT Channel information (appears only when the player detects a Multi-channel Super Audio CD)Playing Discs

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. Displaying the information of a TEXT disc in stop mode Z 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.

• Before you start playing Display information of a TEXT disc while playing a disc Z 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 thedisc.• This player can display only the disc name, artist name, andtrack names from TEXT discs. Other information cannot bedisplayed.DISCSALL SONY BAND ACD ART CD1 TEXT

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Replacing Discs While Playing a Disc You can open the disc tray while playing a disc so that you can check what discs are to be played next and replace discs without interrupting play of the current disc. 1 Press EX-CHANGE. The disc tray opens and two disc compartments appear. Even if the player is playing a disc, it doesn’t stop playing. 2 Replace discs in the compartments with new ones. The player plays the disc on the left side compartment after the current disc, and then the one on the right side compartment. 3 Press DISC SKIP. The disc tray turns and other two disc compartments appear. 4 Replace discs in the compartments with new ones. 5 Press EX-CHANGE. The disc tray closes. Note Do not push the disc tray to close it in Step 5, as you may damagethe player.While the disc tray is open by pressing the EX-CHANGE button• If the play of the current disc ends, the player stops playing. Ifthe disc is played in 1 DISC Repeat Play mode (see page 21),the current disc starts playing again.• In ALL DISCS Shuffle Play mode (see page 22), tracks arereshuffled on the current disc.• In Program Play mode (see page 23), only the tracks on thecurrent disc are played.EX-CHANGEDISC SKIP Using the Display 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 Disc You can locate any disc before or while playing a disc.Numberbuttons>10To locateThe next discThe next or succeedingdiscsThe current or precedingdiscsA specific disc directlyPressDISC SKIP while playing a discDISC SKIP + repeatedly until youfind the disc ZDISC SKIP – repeatedly until youfind the disc ZDISC 1–5.When using the remote, follow theprocedure below. Z1 Press DISC.2 Press the number button of thedisc.3 Press ENTER.DISC SKIPDISC 1–5DISC SKIP +/– DISC Locating a Specific Track During stop or play mode, you can locate any track to beplayed.lAMSLNumberbuttons./>>10To locateThe next orsucceeding tracksThe current orpreceding tracksA specific track directlyYou need to Turn l AMS L clockwise until you find the track. When using theremote, press > repeatedly untilyou find the track.Turn l AMS Lcounterclockwise until you find thetrack. When using the remote, press. repeatedly until you find thetrack. Turn l AMS L 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 Z Press the number button(s) to enter the track number. To enter a track number over 11 Z 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.Playing Discs

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../>m/MlAMSL

Locating a point by setting the start time (Time Search) 1 Turn l AMS L or 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 desireda track 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.DISCSALL

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 x. To resume normal play Press REPEAT repeatedly until “REPEAT 1” goes off. 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 22), or with Program Play to repeat all the tracks in a program (page 23). Note If you turn off the player or disconnect the power cord, 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. Repeating all the tracks on the disc (Repeat All Play) Press REPEAT once, then press H. “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 ALL DISCS ContinuousPlay (page 14)1 DISC Continuous Play(page 14)ALL DISCS Shuffle Play(page 22)1 DISC Shuffle Play(page 22)Program Play(page 23) To stop Repeat All Play Press x. To resume normal play Press REPEAT repeatedly until “REPEAT” goes off.

REPEATAll the tracks on all discsAll the tracks on the current discAll the tracks on all discs in randomordersAll the tracks on the current disc inrandom ordersAll the tracks in the program insequencePlaying Discs

Playing Tracks in Random Order (Shuffle Play) You can have the player “shuffle” tracks and play in arandom order. The player shuffles all the tracks on alldiscs or one disc you’ve specified.Shuffle Play on all discsYou can play all tracks on all discs in a random order. 1 Press SHUFFLE repeatedly until “ALL DISCS” appears in the display. 2 Press H to start ALL DISCS Shuffle Play. “;” appears while the player is “shuffling” the tracks. The player will stop after playing all the tracks once. CONTINUE SHUFFLE./>Shuffle Play on one discYou can play all tracks on the specific disc in a randomorder. 1 Press SHUFFLE repeatedly until “1 DISC” appears in the display. 2 Press DISC 1–5 to start 1 DISC Shuffle Play on the selected disc. “;” 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 Play Turn lAMSL or press ./>. The player does not go back to tracks which have already beenplayed. You can start Shuffle Play while playingPress SHUFFLE, and Shuffle Play starts from the current track.DISC 1–5 lAMSL

CONTINUESHUFFLEPlaying Discs

Creating Your Own Program (Program Play) You can pick out the tracks that you like and specify theplayback order in a program containing up to 32 tracks. 1 Press PROGRAM in stop mode. “PROGRAM” appears in the display. 2 Press DISC. Cursor flashes in the display. 3 Press the number button of the disc. The selected disc number appears in the display. 4 Press ENTER. When you want to program the whole disc as onestep, skip Steps 5 to 6, and go to Step 7. 5 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 19). 6 Press ENTER. 7 Repeat steps 2 to 6 to enter other tracks. Each time you enter a disc or track number, the totalprogram time appears in the display. 8 Press H. Program Play starts.CLEARCONTINUENumberbuttons >10PROGRAMCHECK./>To resume normal playPress CONTINUE. You can create your program while checking the disc labelsWhile the disc tray is open, follow Steps 1 to 8 with pressing theDISC SKIP button to check the disc labels.Note that, if the programmed track number isn’t found on thedisc, that step is automatically erased. The program remains even after Program Play endsPress H to play from the beginning of the program again.The program remains even if you stop play. The program remains until you erase itIf you replace discs, the programmed disc and track numbersremain. So, the player plays only the existing disc and tracknumbers. However, the disc and track numbers that aren’t foundin the player or on the disc are deleted from the program, and therest of the program is played in the programmed order. Note If you turn off the player, disconnect the power cord, or pressA OPEN/CLOSE the program will be erased.Checking the contents of the programBefore 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 next track numbers of thecurrent playing track number.ENTER DISCPlaying Discs

Creating Your Own Program (Program Play) Changing the contents of the program You can change the contents of the program in stop mode.

Erase a trackErase from the lasttrack in the programAdd a track to theend of the programErase all tracks 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 layoutlAMSL MENU ENTERLEVEL ADJ

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 Super Audio CD.• You may not be able to adjust the output level balancedepending on the speaker layout mode that you selected.Surround speakersCenter speaker Sub wooferFront speakers

Do 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 program is erased.Press DISC SKIP +/– and ./> toselect the track you want to add, then pressPROGRAM. When using the remote, pressthe number button of the track to be added.Hold down CLEAR until ”Prog CLEAR“appears in the display.Playing Discs

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 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. 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 Front speakers

Each signal outputs directly from frontspeakers. No signal outputs from the Subwoofer. 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 26 or Step 2 in “Adjusting the output level from the remote” on page 26. 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 when you set the Sub wooer to “––.” Front speakers LargeLargeSmallLargeLargeLargeLarge Center speaker LargeLargeSmallSmallSmall

Listening to a Multi-channel Super Audio CD 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 25), “SW BALANCE” does not appear. Similarly, “CNTR BALANCE” or “SURR BALANCE” does not appear when you set the corresponding speaker to “––.” 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 25), “SW BALANCE” does not appear. Similarly, “CNTR BALANCE” or “SURR BALANCE” does not appear when you set the corresponding speaker to “––.” FRT:_____:SURR SACD MULTI 5.1CH

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. FRT:_____:SURR SACD

What You Can Do With the Disc Name The player can store the information called “Disc Name,”up to 255 discs (for the Hybrid disc, each layer iscorrespond to the Disc Name). Once you have stored theDisc Name for a disc, the player automatically recallswhat you have stored whenever you select that disc. You can store this information: When you useDisc Name (page 29) Where is the Disc Name stored? The Disc Name is stored not on the disc, but in theplayer’s memory. It means you cannot use the Disc Namewhen you play the disc on other players. Erasing all Disc Names of all discs Turn off the player. While holding down CLEAR, pressPOWER to turn on the player. “ALL ERASE” appears inthe display, and all Disc Names will be erased. Storing Information About CDs This chapter explains advanced futures to use the player conveniently. You canLabel discs using up to 14characters29

Storing Information About CDs Labeling Discs (Disc Name) You can label discs using up to 14 characters and have theplayer display the Disc Name each time you select thedisc. The Disc Name can be anything you like, such as atitle, musician’s name, category or date of purchase. When you select a TEXT discThe disc title is stored as the Disc Name automatically. In thiscase, it is not counted as the stored Disc Name (up to 255 discs).If the disc title has more than 15 characters, the first 14 charactersof the disc title are stored (see page 17).Note that you cannot change the Disc Name of the TEXT disc. Labeling discs on the player 1 Insert or select the disc. 2 Press MENU. “DISC NAME” appears in the display. 3 Push l AMS L. “NAME INPUT” appears, then the flashing cursorappears. 4 Turn l AMS L until the character you want appears in the display.The first space for the Disc Name flashes. As you turn l AMS L clockwise, the characters appear in the following order. Turn l AMS L counterclockwise to go back to the previous character.(space) A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U VW X Y Z a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ! " # $ % & ' ( ) * + , – . / : ; < = > ? @ [ \ ] ^ _ { | }

5 Push l AMS L to select the character. The selected character lights up, and the flashingcursor appears to indicate the next space to be input.MENU CLEARl AMS L 6 Repeat Steps 4 and 5 to input more characters. 7 Press MENU to store the Disc Name. Repeat Steps 1 to 7 to assign Disc Names to otherdiscs. Labeling Discs Using the Remote Z 1 Press DISC in Continuous Play Mode. 2 Press the number button of the disc you want to assign a Disc Name, and then ENTER. 3 Press NAME INPUT. The flashing cursor appears. 4 Press CAPS to find the letter type you want. Each time you press the button, the letter type changescyclically among capital letters (ABC), small letters(abc) and numbers (123). To select a symbol, you haveto select the capital or small letter type.m/MDISC/CAPSNumberbuttonsSPACEENTERCLEARNAME INPUTStoring Information About CDs

If you have made a mistake while inputting the characterTo correct the character which has been input 1 Press m or M until the incorrect character flashes. 2 Press . or > until the desired character appears. To correct the character currently being input1 Press CLEAR to delete the incorrect character.2 Input the correct character.To insert a character between the input charactersPress m or M until the cursor moves to the former of the twocharacters, then press ENTER and input the correct character. Erasing the Disc Name 1 Follow Steps 1 and 3 in “Labeling discs on the player” on page 29 to select the Disc Name you want to erase. 2 Press CLEAR repeatedly until all the characters disappear. 3 Press MENU. 5 Press the number button to input letters. To input a letter, press the number button corresponding to the letter you want (indicated beside each number button). Each time you press the button, the letter changes cyclically among the ones indicated beside the button. To input symbols, press the number button 1 repeatedly until the symbol you want appears in the display. Example: To select the letter E Press the number button 3 twice. To insert a space, press SPACE once. To input a number, press the number button you want. 6 Press M to select the character. The selected character lights up, and the flashing cursor appears to indicate the next space to be input. You can also go to the next space by pressing other number buttons. 7 Repeat Steps 4 through 6 to input more characters. 8 Press NAME INPUT to store the Disc Name. Repeat Steps 1 through 8 to assign Disc Names to other discs.

Additional Information Additional Information This chapter provides additional information that will help you understand and maintain your Super Audio CD player. Using the CONTROL A1II control system This player is compatible with the CONTROL A1IIControl System.The CONTROL A1II control system was designed tosimplify the operation of audio systems composed ofseparate Sony components. CONTROL A1II connectionsprovide a path for the transmission of control signals thatenable automatic operation and control features usuallyassociated with integrated systems.Currently, CONTROL A1II connections between a SonyMD deck, CD player, amplifier (receiver), and cassettedeck provide automatic function selection andsynchronized recording.In the future the CONTROL A1II connection will work asa multifunction bus allowing you to control variousfunctions for each component. Note The CONTROL A1II control system is designed to maintainupward compatibility as the control system is upgraded tohandle new functions. In this case, however, older componentswill not be compatible with the new functions. CONTROL A1II and CONTROL A1 compatibility The CONTROL A1 control system has been updated tothe CONTROL A1II which is the standard system in theSony 300 disc CD changer and other recent Sonycomponents. Components with CONTROL A1 jacks arecompatible with components with CONTROL A1II, andcan be connected to each other. Basically, the majority ofthe functions available with the CONTROL A1 controlsystem will be available with the CONTROL A1II controlsystem. However, when making connections betweencomponents with CONTROL A1 jacks and componentswith CONTROL A1II jacks, the number of functions thatcan be controlled may be limited depending on thecomponent. For detailed information, refer to theoperating instructions supplied with the component(s).32

Additional Information Connecting the CONTROL A1II control system Connect monaural (2P) mini-plug cables in series to the CONTROL A1II jacks on the back of each component. You can connect up to ten CONTROL A1II compatible components in any order. However, you can connect only one of each type of component (i.e., 1 CD player, 1 MD deck, 1 tape deck and 1 receiver). (You may be able to connect more than one CD player or MD deck, depending on the model. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the respective component for details.) Example In the CONTROL A1II control system, the control signals flow both ways, so there is no distinction of IN and OUT jacks. If a component has more than one CONTROL A1II jack, you can use either one, or connect different components to each jack. About the connecting cable When a CONTROL A1II compatible component is not supplied with a connecting cable, use a commercially available monaural (2P) mini-plug cable less than 2 meters (6.6 feet) long, with no resistance (such as the Sony RK-G69HG). (The monaural (2P) mini-plug cable is supplied for Canadian models.) Basic functions of the CONTROL A1II control system Automatic function selection When you connect CONTROL A1II compatible Sony components using CONTROL A1II cables (not supplied), the function selector on the amplifier (or receiver) automatically switches to the correct input when you press the play button on one of the connected components. (For example, when you press H (play button) on the CD while the MD deck is playing, the function selector on the amplifier switches from MD to CD.) Notes

• This function works only when the components are connected to the amplifier (or receiver) inputs according to the names on the function buttons. Certain receivers allow you to switch the names of the function buttons. In this case, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the receiver.

• When recording, do not play any components other than the recording source. It will cause the automatic function selection to operate. Synchronized recording This function lets you conduct synchronized recording between the CD and the recording component. 1 Set the source selector on the amplifier (or receiver) to the CD. 2 Set the CD to playing pause mode (make sure both the H and X indicators light together). 3 Set the recording component to recording pause mode. 4 Press X on the recording component. The CD is automatically released from pause mode, and recording begins shortly thereafter. When play ends from the CD, recording stops. Tip Certain recorder components may be equipped with a special synchronized recording functions that uses the CONTROL A1II Control System; like “CD Synchro Dubbing.” In this case, refer to the Operating Instructions supplied with the recorder component. Note Do not set more than one component to the pause mode. Amplifier CD player MD deck Other component Using the CONTROL A1II control system33

Additional Information 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 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. 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. 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.34

• 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. 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. , 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 34). , 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. , Be sure that the command mode of the remote (position of the CD 1/2 switch, page 11) mutches the command mode of the player (page 7). There is no sound from the SUB WOOFER jack. , Select the playback mode so that the Sub woofer is set to “a” (page 25).35

Additional Information Index

Cable Coaxial digital 7 Optical digital 7 Continuous Play 14 Cord Audio connecting 5 D, E, F, G

Labeling a disc 29 Locating a specific disc 19 a specific track 19 a particular point 20 by entering the track number 19 by observing the time indication (High-Speed Search)

by setting the start time (Time Search) 20 while monitoring the sound (Search) 20 M, N Multi-channel management function 24 Multi-channel Super Audio CD 13 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 105 dB or moreTotal harmonic distortion rate0.0015 % 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 99 dB or moreTotal harmonic distortion rate0.002 % 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 (l = 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 120 V AC, 60 HzPower consumption 38 W Dimensions (w/h/d) 430 × 138 × 409 mm (17 × 5 1/2 × 16 1/8 in.) incl. projecting partsMass (approx.) 11.0 kg (24 lbs 5 oz.) Supplied accessories See page 4.Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.10 mW Load impedance ANALOG OUTDIGITAL (CD)OUT OPTICAL*DIGITAL (CD)OUT COAXIAL*Phonojacks Jack type 2 Vrms(at 50 kilohms)Squareopticaloutputconnector–18 dBm0.5 Vp-pOver 10 kilohmsLight emittingwave length:660 nm Output level 75 ohmsCoaxialoutputconnector PHONESStereophone jack32 ohms36

Additional Information

Output level balance 26 P, Q Pause play 14 Place a disc 14 Playback mode 2 channel 25 Multi-channel 25 Playing a disc 14 by entering the track number 19 repeatedly 21 track in random order 22 Program Play Checking the contents of the program 23 Changing the contents of the program 24 how to create your own program 23

Remote commander (remote) 11 Repeat All Play 21 1 Play 21 Replacing discs while playing a disc 18

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DISC TRACK INDEX MIN SEC

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• 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.35