3-225-006-23 (1)

Portable CD Player

Operating Instructions

About the area code The area code of the location in which you purchased the CD player is shown on upper left of the bar code label on the package. For accessories supplied with your CD player, check the area code of your model and see Accessories (supplied/optional).
D-E666 D-EJ620 D-EJ621 D-EJ623 D-EJ625

2000 Sony Corporation

CAUTION The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. Certain countries may regulate disposal of the battery used to power this product. Please consult with your local authority.
For the customers in Australia
The supply cord of the AC power adaptor cannot be replaced; if the cord is damaged, the AC power adaptor should be discarded.
For the customers in the USA and Canada This mark is available in the USA and Canada only RECYCLING NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERIES
Nickel-Cadmium batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by returning your unwanted batteries to your nearest point for collection, recycling or proper disposal. Note: In some areas the disposal of nickel-cadmium batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited. RBRC (Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation) advises you about spent battery collection by the following phone number.
Call toll free number: 1-800-822-8837 (United States and Canada only)
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking nickelcadmium batteries.
For the customers in the USA and Canada DISPOSAL OF NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE BATTERY. NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE BATTERY. DISPOSE OF PROPERLY.
You can return your unwanted nickel metal hydride batteries to your nearest Sony Service Center or Factory Service Center. Note: In some areas the disposal of nickel metal hydride batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited. For the Sony Service Center nearest you call 1-800222-SONY (United States only) For the Sony Factory Service Center nearest you call 416-499-SONY (Canada only) Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking nickel metal hydride battery.

Table of Contents

Getting started
Locating the controls.. 4
Connecting a power source
Using the rechargeable batteries. 15 Using the dry batteries. 17 Notes on the power source. 17

Playing a CD

1. Connect your CD player.. 6 2. Insert a CD.. 6 3. Play a CD.. 6

Additional information

Precautions.. 18 Maintenance... 18 Troubleshooting... 19 Specifications.. 21 Accessories (supplied/optional). 22

Playback options

Playing tracks repeatedly (Repeat play). 9 Playing a single track (Single play). 9 Playing tracks in random order (Shuffle play).. 9 Playing tracks in your favorite order (PGM play).. 10

Available features

G-PROTECTION function. 11 Emphasizing the bass sound (SOUND). 11 Protecting your hearing (AVLS). 12 Locking the controls (HOLD). 12 Turning off the operation beep sound. 13
Connecting your CD player
Connecting a stereo system.. 14

Locating the controls

For details, see pages in parentheses.

CD player (front)

1 Display (pages 7, 9 - 12) 7 u (play/pause) button (pages 6, 7, 10) 8 DC IN 4.5 V (external power input) jack (pages 6, 15) 9 Strap holes (page 5) q; x (stop)/CHG (charge) button (pages 7, 13, 15) qa SOUND button (page 11) qs REPEAT/ENTER button (pages 8 - 10) qd i (headphones) jack (page 6) qf OPEN switch (page 6)

2 PLAY MODE button (pages 8 - 10) 3./> (AMS/search) buttons (pages 7, 9, 10)
4 LINE OUT jack (page 14) 5 HOLD switch (page 12) 6 VOLUME +/ buttons (page 6)

CD player (inside)

CD player (rear)
qg G-PROTECTION switch (page 11)
qh AVLS switch (page 12) qj Battery compartment (page 15)

Remote control

(for the models supplied with the remote control)
qk x (stop) button (pages 7, 13)
w; N(play)> (AMS/search) button (pages 6, 7, 9, 10) wa HOLD switch (page 12)
ql VOL (volume) +/ button (page 6)
ws.(AMS/search) button (pages 7, 9, 10)
Use only the supplied remote control. You cannot operate this CD player with the remote control supplied with other CD players.

Using the hand strap

(for the models supplied with the hand strap)
To carry during strenuous activity, use the supplied hand strap. 1 Pass the hand strap through the strap holes of the player.
2 Put your hand through the hand strap, and hold the player in one of two ways as illustrated below.
You can also use rechargeable batteries and dry batteries as a power source.
1. Connect your CD player.
1 Connect the AC power adaptor. 2 Connect the headphones/earphones.
For models supplied with the AC plug adaptor
If the AC power adaptor does not fit the AC outlet, use the AC plug adaptor.

to an AC outlet

u button

AC power adaptor

For models supplied with the remote control
Connect the plug of the headphones/ earphones to the remote control. Connect the headphones/earphones to the remote control firmly. A loose connection may cause noise during playback.

to DC IN 4.5V

to i (headphones)

2. Insert a CD.

1 Slide OPEN to open the lid.
Headphones or Earphones OPEN switch

3. Play a CD.

Press u.
2 Place the CD on the tray and close the lid.

Label side up

Adjust the volume by pressing VOLUME + or.
To Play/Pause Stop Find the beginning of the current track (AMS*1) Find the beginning of the previous tracks (AMS) Find the beginning of the next track (AMS) Find the beginning of the succeeding tracks (AMS) Go backwards quickly Go forward quickly
*1 Automatic Music Sensor *2 These operations can be done during both play and pause.
Press u x/CHG*2.once quickly*2.repeatedly*2 > once quickly*2 > repeatedly*2 Hold down.*2 Hold down >*2

About the display

When you press u (N for the remote control) after changing the CD or turning off and on the player, the total number of tracks in the CD and total playing time appear for about two seconds. During play, the track number and the elapsed playing time of the current track appear. During pause, the elapsed playing time flashes.

If the volume level does not increase
Is AVLS set to LIMIT? Set AVLS to NORM. For details, see Protecting your hearing (AVLS). Are the headphones/earphones connected to the LINE OUT jack? Connect them to the i (headphones) jack.

Removing the CD

Remove the CD while pressing the pivot in the center of the tray.
You can enjoy various ways of playback using PLAY MODE and REPEAT/ENTER.

PLAY MODE button

Each time you press the button, you can change the playback mode.
No indication (Normal play) 1 (Play a single track)

REPEAT/ENTER button

SHUF (Play tracks in random order) PGM (Play tracks in your favorite order)
REPEAT You can repeat play that is selected using PLAY MODE. ENTER You can select tracks for PGM play mode.
./> buttons x/CHG button
Playing tracks repeatedly
During playback, press REPEAT/ENTER.

(Repeat play)

You can play tracks repeatedly in normal, single, shuffle and PGM play modes.
Note on./> During Repeat play, you can locate the first track after the last track by pressing > repeatedly. You can also locate the last track after first track by pressing. repeatedly.

Playing a single track

During playback, press PLAY MODE repeatedly until 1 appears.

(Single play)

Playing tracks in random order
During playback, press PLAY MODE repeatedly until SHUF appears.

(Shuffle play)

Playing tracks in your favorite order

(PGM play)

You can program the CD player to play up to 64 tracks in your favorite order.
During playback, press PLAY MODE repeatedly until PGM appears.
Press. or > to select a track.
Track number Playing order
Press REPEAT/ENTER quickly (less than 0.5 second) to enter the selected track. 00 appears and the playing order increases by one. Repeat steps 2 and 3 to select the tracks in your favorite order. Press u, or hold down REPEAT/ENTER until play starts.

To check the program

During programming: Press REPEAT/ENTER repeatedly before step 5. During the PGM play: Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until PGM flashes, then press REPEAT/ENTER. Each time you press REPEAT/ENTER, the track number appears.

When you finish entering the 64th track in step 3, the first selected track appears in the display. If you select more than 64 tracks, the first selected tracks are erased.

B Available features

G-PROTECTION function
The G-PROTECTION function has been developed to provide excellent protection against sound skipping while jogging. This function provides a higher level of shock protection than the traditional one. Set G-PROTECTION (under the lid) to ON.
Emphasizing the bass sound (SOUND)
You can emphasize the bass-boosted sound. Press SOUND to select BASS BASS.
No indication (Normal play)

BASS BASS

While jogging, be sure to hold your CD player with the OPEN switch facing upward. To turn off the G-PROTECTION function Set G-PROTECTION to OFF.
Sound may skip if: the CD player receives stronger continuous shock than expected or a dirty or scratched CD is played.
The selected sound mode is displayed.
BASS enhances the bass sound more than BASS.
If the sound is distorted when using the SOUND function, turn down the volume.

Protecting your hearing

(AVLS) The AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) function keeps down the maximum volume to protect your hearing. Set AVLS (in the battery compartment) to LIMIT.

Locking the controls

(HOLD) You can lock the controls on your CD player to prevent accidental button presses. Slide HOLD in the direction of the arrow.
Flashes when the volume is turned up and beyond a certain level.
Displayed when the HOLD function is working.
To turn off the AVLS function Set AVLS to NORM.
You can use the HOLD function with both the CD player and remote control. You can still operate your CD player using the remote control when HOLD on the remote control is set to off. To unlock the controls Slide HOLD in the opposite direction of the arrow.
Turning off the operation beep sound
You can turn off the beep sound that is heard from your headphones/earphones when you operate your CD player.
Remove the power source (AC power adaptor, rechargeable batteries or dry batteries) from the CD player. Connect the power source while pressing x/CHG on the CD player or x on the remote control.
To turn on the beep sound Remove the power source and then connect the power source without pressing x/CHG or x.
B Connecting your CD player

Connecting a stereo system
You can listen to CDs through a stereo system and record CDs on a cassette tape. For details, see the instruction manual that comes with the connected device. Be sure to turn off all connected devices before making connections.
Before you play a CD, turn down the volume of the connected device to avoid damaging the connected speakers. Use the AC power adaptor for recording. If you use the rechargeable batteries or dry batteries as a power source, batteries may become completely depleted during recording. Adjust the volume properly on the connected device so that the sound will not be distorted.
When using the connecting cord If the sound is distorted, connect the device to the i jack. About the G-PROTECTION and SOUND functions when using the connecting cord To record high quality CD sound, set the G-PROTECTION switch to OFF. The SOUND function works only on the output sound from the i jack and not work on the output sound from the LINE OUT jack.

to LINE OUT

Connecting cord

Left (white) Right (red)

Stereo system, cassette recorder, radio cassette recorder, etc.
B Connecting a power source
You can use the following power sources: Rechargeable batteries AC power adaptor (see Playing a CD) LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries For the battery life and charging time of the rechargeable batteries, see Specifications.
Connect the AC power adaptor to the DC IN 4.5 V jack of your CD player and an AC outlet, then press x/CHG to start charging. If the AC power adaptor does not fit the AC outlet, use the AC plug adaptor.

x/CHG button

Using the rechargeable batteries
Charge the rechargeable batteries before using them for the first time. You can use only the following rechargeable batteries for your CD player. NC-WMAA NH-WM2AA

to DC IN 4.5 V

Open the battery compartment lid.

(rear) to an AC outlet

Insert two rechargeable batteries by matching the 3 to the diagram in the battery compartment and close the lid.
The CD player charges the batteries. The CHG indicator turns on in the display, and the indicator sections of light up in succession. When the batteries are completely charged, the CHG and indicators turn off. If you press x/CHG after the charge has already been completed, the indicator flashes and Full appears in the display.
Disconnect the AC power adaptor.

(Continued)

To remove the rechargeable batteries Remove the batteries as illustrated below.
When to replace the rechargeable batteries If the battery life becomes shorter by about half, replace the batteries with new rechargeable batteries. Note on the rechargeable batteries If the battery is new or has not been used for a long time, it may not be charged completely until you charge and discharge it several times. Note on carrying the rechargeable batteries Use the supplied battery carrying case to prevent unexpected heat. If the rechargeable batteries and the metallic objects are contacted, heat or fire may occur due to a short circuit. To attach the battery compartment lid If the battery compartment lid is detached by an accidental drop, excessive force, etc., attach it as illustrated below.

When to charge the rechargeable batteries You can check the remaining power of the batteries in the display. Battery power is full.

r r r r

Battery power is getting low.

Battery power is low.

Lo batt*

Batteries are depleted.

* Beep sounds.
To keep the original battery capacity for a long time, charge the batteries only when they are completely depleted.
The indicator sections of roughly shows the remaining battery power. One section does not always indicate one-fourth of the battery power. Depending on operating conditions, the indicator sections of may increase or decrease.

Using the dry batteries

Use only the following dry battery type for your CD player: LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries
Be sure to remove the AC power adaptor when using the dry batteries.
Notes on the power source
Disconnect all power sources when the CD player is not used.

On AC power adaptor

Use only the AC power adaptor supplied or recommended in Accessories (supplied/ optional). Do not use any other AC power adaptor. It may cause a malfunction.

Polarity of the plug

Insert two LR6 (size AA) batteries by matching the 3 to the diagram in the battery compartment.
To remove the batteries Remove the batteries in the same way as rechargeable batteries. When to replace the batteries You can check the remaining power of the batteries in the display. Battery power is full.
When disconnecting the AC power adaptor from the AC outlet, grasp the adaptor itself. Do not pull it by the cord. Do not touch the AC power adaptor with wet hands.
On rechargeable batteries and dry batteries
Do not charge the dry batteries. Do not throw the batteries into fire. Do not carry the batteries with coins or other metallic objects. It can generate heat if the positive and negative terminals of the battery are accidentally contacted by a metallic object. Do not mix rechargeable batteries with dry batteries. Do not mix new batteries with old ones. Do not use different types of batteries together. When the batteries are not to be used for a long time, remove them. If battery leakage occurs, wipe off any deposit in the battery compartment, and install new batteries. In case the deposit adheres to you, wash it off thoroughly.
Battery power is low. Lo batt*
When the batteries are depleted, replace both batteries with new ones.

B Additional information

Precautions

On safety

Should any solid objects or liquid fall into the CD player, unplug it and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further. Do not put any foreign objects in the DC IN 4.5 V (external power input) jack.
Do not expose the CD to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air ducts. Do not leave the CD in a car parked under direct sunlight.

On headphones/earphones

Road safety Do not use headphones/earphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. It may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in some areas. It can also be potentially dangerous to play your headsets at high volume while walking, especially at pedestrian crossings. You should exercise extreme caution or discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations. Preventing hearing damage Avoid using headphones/earphones at high volume. Hearing experts advise against continuous, loud and extended play. If you experience a ringing in your ears, reduce volume or discontinue use. Consideration for others Keep the volume at a moderate level. This will allow you to hear outside sounds and to be considerate to the people around you.

On the CD player

Keep the lens on the CD player clean and do not touch it. If you do so, the lens may be damaged and the CD player will not operate properly. Do not put any heavy object on top of the CD player. The CD player and the CD may be damaged. Do not leave the CD player in a location near heat sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust or sand, moisture, rain, mechanical shock, unleveled surface, or in a car with its windows closed. If the CD player causes interference to the radio or television reception, turn off the CD player or move it away from the radio or television. Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g., heart, square, star) cannot be played on this CD player. Attempting to do so may damage the CD player. Do not use such discs.

Maintenance

To clean the casing
Use a soft cloth slightly moistened in water or a mild detergent solution. Do not use alcohol, benzine or thinner.

On handling CDs

To keep the CD clean, handle it by its edge. Do not touch the surface. Do not stick paper or tape onto the CD.

Not these ways

Troubleshooting
Should any problem persist after you have checked these symptoms, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Symptom The volume does not increase even if you press the VOLUME + button repeatedly. Cannot adjust the volume. No sound, or noise is heard. The playing time is too short when powered with the dry batteries. The playing time is too short when powered with the rechargeable batteries. When you press u, Lo batt or 00 appears in the display. The CD does not play. HI dc In appears in the display. Cause and/or corrective actions c Set the AVLS switch to NORM. (page 12) c The headphones/earphones are connected to the LINE OUT jack. Connect them to the i (headphones) jack. (page 6) c The headphones/earphones are connected to the LINE OUT jack. Connect them to the i (headphones) jack. (page 6) c Connect the plugs firmly. (page 6) c Plugs are dirty. Clean the plugs with a dry soft cloth periodically. c Check that you are using alkaline batteries and not manganese batteries. (page 17) c Replace the batteries with new LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries. (page 17) c Charge and discharge the rechargeable batteries several times. (pages 15, 16) c The rechargeable batteries are used up completely. Charge the batteries. (page 15) c Replace the batteries with new LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries. (page 17) c Use only the AC power adaptor or car battery cord in Accessories (supplied/optional). (page 22) c Remove all power sources, then insert the batteries or connect the AC power adaptor again. (pages 6, 15, 16, 17) c The CD is dirty or defective. (page 18) c Check that the CD is inserted with the label side up. (page 6) c Moisture condensation has occurred. Leave the CD player aside for several hours until the moisture evaporates. c Close the lid of the battery compartment firmly. (page 15) c Make sure the batteries are inserted correctly. (pages 15 - 17) c Connect the AC power adaptor to an AC outlet securely. (page 6) c The buttons are locked. Slide the HOLD switch back. (page 12)
The CD does not play or no dISC appears in the display when a CD is placed in the CD player.
Hold appears in the display when you press a button, and the CD does not play.
Troubleshooting Symptom The CD player does not start charging. Playback starts from the point you stopped. (resume function) Cause and/or corrective action c During stop, press x/CHG. (page 15) c The resume function is working. To start play from the first track, open the lid of the CD player; or remove all power sources, then insert the batteries or connect the AC power adaptor again. (pages 6, 15, 17)

Specifications

System
Compact disc digital audio system

Laser diode properties

Material: GaAlAs Wavelength: = 780 nm Emission duration: Continuous Laser output: Less than 44.6 W (This output is the value measured at a distance of 200 mm from the objective lens surface on the optical pick-up block with 7 mm aperture.)
AC power adaptor (DC IN 4.5 V jack): U2/U/CA2/E92/MX2/TW2/BR3 model: 120 V, 60 Hz CED/CET/CEW/CEX/CE7/EE/EE1/E13/G5/ G6/G7/G8/BR1 model: 220 - 230 V, 50/60 Hz CEK/3CE7 model: 230 - 240 V, 50 Hz AU2 model: 240 V, 50 Hz JE.W/E33/EA3 model: 100 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz HK2 model: 220 V, 50/60 Hz AR1/CNA model: 220 V, 50 Hz
Battery life* (approx. hours)
(When you use the CD player on a flat and stable surface.) Playing time varies depending on how the CD player is used.

D-A conversion

1-bit quartz time-axis control

Frequency response

20 - Hz 307)
When using Two NC-WMAA (charged for about 3 hours**) NH-WM2AA (charged for about 5 hours**) Two Sony alkaline batteries LR6(SG)

(measured by EIAJ CP-

G-PROTECTION function on off 10 8
Output (at 4.5 V input level)
Line output (stereo minijack) Output level 0.7 V rms at 47 k Recommended load impedance over 10 k Headphones (stereo minijack) Approx.5 mW + Approx. 5 mW at 16 (Approx. 1 mW + Approx. 1 mW at 16 )* *For the customers in France
Power requirements For the area code of the model you purchased, check the upper left side of the bar code on the package.
Two Sony NC-WMAA rechargeable batteries: 2.4 V DC Sony NH-WM2AA rechargeable batteries: 2.4 V DC Two LR6 (size AA) batteries: 3 V DC
* Measured value by the standard of EIAJ (Electronic Industries Association of Japan). ** Charging time varies depending on how the rechargeable battery is used.

Operating temperature

5C - 35C (41F - 95F)
Dimensions (w/h/d) (excluding projecting parts and controls)
Approx. 131.6 29.5 135.5 mm (in.) Approx. 191 g (6.8 oz.) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Mass (excluding accessories)

Accessories

Optional accessories

(supplied/optional)

Supplied accessories
For the area code of the location in which you purchased the CD player, check the upper left side of the bar code on the package.
AC power adaptor Active speaker system
AC power adaptor (1) Headphones/earphones with remote control (1) Headphones/ earphones (1) Rechargeable batteries (2) Battery carrying case (1) AC plug adaptor (1) Hand strap (1)

*1 *2 *3 *4

AC-E45HG SRS-Z1 SRS-Z500 Car battery cord DCC-E345 Car battery cord with car connecting pack DCC-E34CP Car connecting pack CPA-9C Connecting cord RK-G129 RK-G136 Rechargeable battery NH-WM2AA Earphones MDR-E848LP MDR-EX70LP Headphones MDR-A44L MDR-A110LP
Supplied with AR1 and MX2 models Not supplied with AR1 and MX2 models Supplied with E33 and JE.W models Supplied with CED, G8, CEK, CEX and EE1 models
25 /EJD-E J623 D-E J621 D-E J620 D-E

a a*3 a*4

When connecting optional headphones/earphones to the supplied remote control Use only headphones with stereo mini plugs. You cannot use headphones with micro plugs.

Stereo miniplug

Micro plug
Your dealer may not handle some of the above listed accessories. Please ask the dealer for detailed information about the accessories in your country.
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