This warranty is valid only in the United States.

2-318-320-13 (1)

D-NE20/NE20LS

Operating Instructions

Atrac CD Walkman

Portable CD Player

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Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia

2004 Sony Corporation

WARNING
To prevent re or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
Do not install the appliance in a conned space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. To prevent re, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. And dont place lighted candles on the apparatus. To prevent re or shock hazard, do not place objects lled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus. 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. CAUTION INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM OR VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS CLASS 1M INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN DO NOT VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS The validity of the CE marking is restricted to only those countries where it is legally enforced, mainly in the countries EEA (European Economic Area).

Owners Record

The model number is located at the rear and the serial number is located inside the lid of the CD player. Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. __________________________ Serial No. __________________________
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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. You are cautioned that any changes or modications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment

After selecting your favorite songs from music stored on your computer, record them on a CD-R/CD-RW using SonicStage.

Audio CDs, MP3 les

ATRAC CD
Listen to them with this CD player.
You can take lots of songs wherever you go on your original CD.
Please see the supplied Installation/Operating Guide for how to install SonicStage and how to create ATRAC CDs.
* When the total playing time of one CD (album) is estimated at 60 minutes and you are recording on a 700 MB CD-R/CD-RW at 48 kbps in ATRAC3plus format.
Which discs can you play on this CD player?

Audio CDs:

CD-DA format CDs CD-DA (Compact Disc Digital Audio) is a recording standard used for Audio CDs.

ATRAC CDs:

CD-R/CD-RW on which audio data compressed in the ATRAC3plus format has been recorded by using SonicStage* ATRAC3plus (Adaptive Transform Acoustic Coding3plus) is audio compression technology that satises the demand for high sound quality and high compression rates. ATRAC3plus can compress audio les to about 1/20 of their original size at 64 kbps. Bit rates and sampling frequencies this CD player can play are:

Bit rates

ATRAC3 ATRAC3plus 66/105/132 kbps 48/64/256 kbps

Sampling frequencies

44.1 kHz 44.1 kHz
Up to 62 characters can be displayed on this CD player.

MP3 CDs:

CD-R/CD-RW on which audio data compressed in the MP3 format has been recorded by using a software other than SonicStage* Bit rates and sampling frequencies this CD player can play are shown below. Variable Bit Rate (VBR) les can also be played.
MPEG-1 Layer3 MPEG-2 Layer3 MPEG-2.5 Layer- 320 kbps 8 - 160 kbps 8 - 160 kbps
32/44.1/48 kHz 16/22.05/23 kHz 8/11.025/12 kHz
This CD player conforms to Version 1.0/1.1/2.2/2.3/2.4 of the ID3 tag format. ID3 tag is a format for adding certain information (track name, album name, artist name, etc.) to MP3 les. Up to 64 characters of ID3 tag information can be displayed on this CD player.
CD-Extra and Mix-Mode CDs:
CD-R/CD-RW on which CD-DA format data and CD-ROM format data are recorded together.* If you cannot play your CD, change the CD-EXTRA setting in the OPTION menu ( page 28). Then you may play your CD.
An ATRAC CD on which audio data compressed in the MP3 format has been recorded using software other than SonicStage can also be played. With SonicStage, you cannot create a CD on which mixed format audio data is recorded.

Precautions

On safety
Should any solid objects or liquid fall into the CD player, unplug it and have it checked by qualied personnel before operating it any further. Do not put any foreign objects in the DC IN 3 V (external power input) jack.

On headphones/earphones

Road safety Do not use headphones/earphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle. It may create a trafc 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.

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. 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.

To remove the rechargeable battery Push the end of the rechargeable battery.
Note on the useful life of the rechargeable battery and when to replace it If the battery is new or has not been used for a long time, it may not charge completely. In that case, charge it until the OPR lamp goes off and then use the player until the battery is completely depleted (Lo Batt appears on the display). Repeat this procedure several times. When the battery life is still shorter by about half of a normal charge after trying this procedure, replace the battery with a new rechargeable battery. Note on carrying the rechargeable battery Use the supplied battery carrying case to protect against unexpected heat. If the rechargeable battery comes into contact with the metallic objects, heat or re may occur due to a short circuit.

When using a dry battery

You can extend the power available by using a dry battery, together with a rechargeable battery by attaching the external battery case. The battery in the player and that in the external battery case are discharged simultaneously. When using the rechargeable battery and dry battery together to extend power, use a fully charged rechargeable battery and new dry battery.

Remove the case cover.

Insert an LR6 (size AA) alkaline battery (not supplied) by matching the to the diagram inside the battery case and close the battery case lid.
Attach the battery case to the player securely and fasten the screw in the direction of LOCK.

Battery life 1)

When using one NH-14WM rechargeable battery (charged for about 5 hours 2)) G-PROTECTION Audio CD ATRAC CD 3) MP3 CD 4) When using the external battery case (one alkaline battery 5)) G-PROTECTION Audio CD ATRAC CD 3) MP3 CD 4) When using one NH-14WM rechargeable battery and the external battery case (one alkaline battery 5)) G-PROTECTION Audio CD ATRAC CD 3) MP3 CD 4)
1)Measured value using the JEITA standard (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association) Playing time shown is approximate hours, when you use the player on a at and stable surface and POWER SAVE is set to 2 (page 28). This value varies depending on how the player is used. 2)Charging time varies depending on how the rechargeable battery is used. 3)Recorded at 48 kbps 4)Recorded at 128 kbps 5)When using a Sony LR6 (SG) alkaline battery (produced in Japan)
Note If the cover on the external battery case is slid in the direction of during play, playback may stop.
Checking the remaining power of the battery

OPEN switch Headphones/earphones with the remote
Place the CD on the tray and close the lid.

VOL +/

To remove the CD Remove the CD while pressing the pivot in the center of the tray.

Label side up

The OPR lamp lights up repetitively in red, green and orange, in turn.
Press on the remote. (disc) moves, and the player starts playback. Color of the OPR lamp changes according to the format type of the music source (page 5) being played. Red: CD-DA format, Green: ATRAC3plus format and Orange: MP3 format.
Basic playback operations (Play, stop, search)

Operation dial , /

button button
Play Stop Play from the rst track Pause/Resume play after pausing Stop playback Search Find the beginning of the current track 1) Find the beginning of previous tracks 1) Find the beginning of the next track 1) Find the beginning of succeeding tracks 1) Go backwards quickly
Operation on the remote (Operation on the player is in parentheses)
From stop, press and hold until playback starts. (From stop, press and hold until playback starts.) Press. (Press.) Press (stop). (Press /CHG.) Turn the operation dial toward once. (Press once.) Turn the operation dial toward repeatedly. (Press repeatedly.) Turn the operation dial toward once. (Press once.) Turn the operation dial toward repeatedly. (Press repeatedly.) Turn the operation dial toward and hold it. (Press and hold.) Turn the operation dial toward and hold it. (Press and hold.) Turn the operation dial toward pressed in the direction of. (Press (group) + repeatedly.) Turn the operation dial toward pressed in the direction of. (Press (group) repeatedly.) repeatedly while you keep the dial

Go forward quickly

Jump to succeeding groups 2) Jump to previous groups 2)
repeatedly while you keep the dial
1)You can operate during both play and pause. 2)You can operate during play of a CD other than audio CDs. 3)You cannot operate when using an MP3 le recorded on a CD-R/CD-RW in a packet write format.

Locking the controls

(HOLD) You can prevent accidental button presses while carrying the player by locking the controls. The OPR lamp ashes if you press any button when the HOLD function on the player is activated.
Searching for Your Favorite Track/File
Searching by viewing a list of groups/les (List View)
You can search for a track/le by checking the format type of the music source and the names of groups and les.

SEARCH

Slide the HOLD switch on the remote or on the player (on the back) in the direction of the arrow. You can use the HOLD function for the remote and the player separately. For example, even if the HOLD function on the player is activated, you can operate the player by using the remote unless you set HOLD on the remote to on, too.

Press SEARCH on the remote. Turn the VOL +/ control to select a group, and then press. If you select a group on an MP3 CD, etc. by searching through all the directories, turn the operation dial toward or. Turn the VOL +/ control to select a le, and then press. The le you have selected starts playing.
To unlock the controls Slide the HOLD switch in the direction opposite to that of arrow.
Note Even if the HOLD function is working, HOLD will not appear on the display of the remote.
To return to the previous screen Turn the operation dial on the remote toward , or turn the operation dial toward while you keep the dial pressed in the direction of. To cancel searching Press on the remote.
Checking CD information on the display
You can check CD information on the display of the remote. Depending on the region in which you purchased your CD player, the default language may not be ENGLISH. Change the LANGUAGE setting, if necessary ( page 27). When you are playing an MP3 CD containing les with an ID3 tag, ID3 tag information is displayed. (When there is no ID3 tag information, le name or group name is displayed.) ( page 5)
The characters A-Z, a-z, 0-9, and _ can be displayed on this player. Before playing a le, the player reads all le and group (or folder) information on the CD. Reading is displayed. Depending on the content of the CD, it may take some time to accomplish this reading. If the le does not belong to any group, MP3 ROOT appears on the display.
Audio CD Track number, elapsed playing time (Track name, artist name)1)
Total number of the les on the CD, time remaining on the CD (Album name)1)

Animation screen

ATRAC CD/MP3 CD File number, le name, artist name, elapsed playing time
File number, album name, CODEC information 2), remaining time of the current le
To check information on the remote display
Align Function button Function dial
Turn the function dial on the remote to select DSPL/MENU and press the function button repeatedly.
1)When you are playing an audio CD containing text informatin such as CD-TEXT, information in parentheses is displayed. 2)Bit rate and sampling frequencies are displayed. While an MP3 le made at VBR (variable bit rate) is being played, VBR appears on the display instead of a bit rate. In some cases, VBR appears halfway through playback, rather than from the beginning.
Changing Playback Options (PLAY MODE)
You can use various playback options such as selecting songs you want to listen to, and playing songs in your favorite order. For details about playback options, see page 21. You can also play songs repeatedly using the playback options you choose (repeat play, page 23).

To return to normal play Turn the function dial on the remote to select P MODE/ , and then press and hold the function button until disappears.
To check the program 1 While the player is stopped, turn the function dial on the remote to select P MODE/ and press the function button repeatedly until PGM ashes. Then, press and hold on the remote until the display changes. 2 Whenever you press and hold on the remote until the display changes, the tracks are displayed in playing order.

Changing Sound Quality

For details about the setting of SOUND items, see page 25.
Selecting the sound quality
You can set up the EQUALIZER setting and/or CLEARBASS setting. If you set both at the same time, you can enjoy more bass sound along with the sound quality you want.
Turn and hold the operation dial toward or for 2 seconds or more until the frequency range you want to set up appears. Low is displayed rst. There are 3 frequency ranges; Low (low range audio), Mid (middle range audio), and Hi (high range audio). Turn the operation dial toward or repeatedly to select the shape of the wave. There are 3 shapes stored in memory for each frequency range.
Turn the function dial on the remote to select SOUND. Press the function button repeatedly until EQUALIZER or CLEARBASS appears. Press. Turn the operation dial toward or to select the sound quality you want. Press.

Frequency range

Turn the VOL +/ control repeatedly to select the sound volume. The sound volume can be adjusted in 7 levels.

Sound volume

Repeat steps 3 to 5 to make adjustment for the remaining 2 frequency ranges. Press.
Customizing sound quality
You can adjust sound quality for each frequency range individually, checking the shape of the wave on the display.
To return to the previous screen Press on the remote. To cancel the adjustment operation Press on the remote for 2 seconds or more.
If the sound is distorted by your sound settings when you turn up the volume, turn the volume down. If you feel a difference in sound volume between the CUSTOM sound setting and other sound settings, adjust the volume to your preference.

Turn the function dial on the remote to select SOUND, and then press the function button repeatedly until EQUALIZER appears and press. Turn the operation dial toward or repeatedly to select CUSTOM and press.

SOUND items

To return to the previous screen, press on the remote. To cancel the setting operation, press on the remote for 2 seconds or more.
EQUALIZER (Equalizer setting)
Options (: Default setting) Normal sound quality OFF
SOFT ACTIVE HEAVY CUSTOM For vocal, stressing middle range audio Lively sounds, emphasizing high and low range audio Powerful sounds, further emphasizing high and low ranges compared with ACTIVE sound
CLEARBASS (Bass sound setting)
Customized sound (see page 24 for details) Normal sound quality. Emphasizing bass sound. Emphasizing bass sound more than BASS 1. Emphasizing bass sound more than BASS 2.

BASS 1 BASS 2 BASS 3

Note If you change the setting of the EQUALIZER item after you have set the CLEARBASS item, the setting of the EQUALIZER item get priority. When you set both the EQUALIZER item and the CLEARBASS item, set the EQUALIZER item rst.
Changing Optional Settings
For details about the setting of OPTION items, see page 27.
Setting various functions
You can set the various functions such as the language for the menu and the playback order of the groups/les.
Turn the function dial on the remote to DSPL/MENU, and then press and hold the function button. Turn the operation dial toward or to select the item you want to set up, and then press.
Turn the operation dial toward or to select an option, and then press. When you are setting the LANGUAGE or PLAY ORDER, repeat step 3.

OPTION items

To return to the previous screen, press. To cancel the setting operation, press for 2 seconds or more.
LANGUAGE (Language for menu, etc.)
Options (: Default settings) MENU ENGLISH

TEXT 4)

G-PROTECTION 1) 4) (To prevent sound skipping) AVLS 2) (Limiting volume)
Select the language for menu text, warning message, etc. FRENCH GERMAN ITALIAN JAPANESE* KOREAN* PORTUGUESE RUSSIAN S.CHINESE* SPANISH * D-NE20LS only T.CHINESE* Select the language for CD-TEXT, ID3 AUTO tag, etc. ENGLISH If you select AUTO, you can read the text FRENCH in the following language. GERMAN ITALIAN JAPANESE* KOREAN* PORTUGUESE RUSSIAN S.CHINESE* SPANISH * D-NE20LS only T.CHINESE* Protection against sound skipping is provided with high quality CD sound. Enhanced protection against sound skipping is provided. The volume changes without limiting the volume level. The maximum volume is limited to protect your hearing.

TIMER (Off timer)

Options (: Default settings) The timer does not work. OFF

Connecting Other Devices

You can listen to CDs through a stereo system and record CDs on a MiniDisc or a cassette tape. See the instruction manual that comes with the device you want to connect. Be sure to turn off all devices before making the connections and changing the settings explained below.
Connected device* Headphones Device connected using the connecting cord
Setting HEADPHONE LINE OUT
When you connect another device, set this to LINE OUT. When the setting is LINE OUT, volume cannot be adjusted using either the player or the remote, and the sound function does not work.
* When you connect another device using the optical digital connecting cord, you do not have to make those settings. The setting changes automatically.
Notes to (headphones)/ LINE OUT (OPTICAL) Optical digital connecting cord (not supplied) Connecting cord (minijack, not supplied)
Before you play a CD, turn down the volume of the connected device to avoid damaging the connected speaker. Use the AC power adaptor for recording. If you use the rechargeable battery or a dry battery as a power source, the battery may become completely depleted in the middle of recording. This CD player uses the Serial Copy Management System, which allows only rst generation digital copies to be made. When playing an ATRAC CD/MP3 CD, optical digital signals are not output from the /LINE OUT (OPTICAL) jack. When recording or playing an ATRAC CD/MP3 CD using a connected device, use only an analog connecting cord. When using an optical digital connecting cord, make sure that the CD player is paused before you start to record a CD on a MiniDisc, DAT, etc. To record high quality CD sound, set G-PRO (G-PROTECTION) to 1 in the OPTION menu.

Left (white) Right (red)

MiniDisc recorder, AV amplier, active speaker, cassette recorder, etc.
You need to change the setting for AUDIO OUT in the OPTION menu so that sound is output to the connected device. The settings of AUDIO OUT are shown below. To make those settings, see page 26, 28.

Troubleshooting

Should any problem persist after you have checked these symptoms, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Symptom The rechargeable battery cannot be charged. Cause and/or corrective action
The rechargeable battery is not inserted in the battery compartment. Insert the rechargeable battery ( page 11). The terminals of the charging stand are dirty. Wipe them with a soft, dry cloth ( page 35). The CD is playing. Turn it off ( page 17). The CD player is not placed correctly on the charging stand. Place the player on the stand securely and make sure that the OPR lamp lights up ( page 11).

Symptom The volume does not increase even if you turn the VOL +/ control on the remote in the + direction repeatedly (even if you press VOL + repeatedly on the player). No sound, or noise is heard. Cause and/or corrective action
AVLS is set to ON. Set it to OFF ( page 27). AUDIO OUT is set to LINE OUT. Set it to HEADPHONE ( page 28).
Connect the headphones/earphones plugs rmly. The plugs are dirty. Clean the headphones/earphones plugs with a dry soft cloth periodically. AUDIO OUT is set to LINE OUT. Adjust the volume using the volume control on the connected device, or set AUDIO OUT to HEADPHONE ( page 28). Close the lid of the battery compartment rmly ( page 11). AUDIO OUT is set to LINE OUT. Adjust the volume of the connected device ( page 28). AUDIO OUT is set to HEADPHONE. Adjust the volume on the player ( page 28). POWER SAVE is set to 2 ( page 28).
The volume cannot be adjusted.
A rustling noise is heard from the CD. When using the player with a stereo system connected, the sound is distorted or noisy. EQUALIZER items cannot be set up.

Operation/Playback

Symptom The playing time is too short. The CD does not play. Cause and/or corrective action
Check that you are using an alkaline battery and not a manganese battery. Replace the dry battery with a new LR6 (size AA) alkaline battery ( page 13). Charge and discharge the rechargeable battery several times ( page 11). You tried to play les saved in a format that is not compatible with this player ( page 5). Change the setting of CD-EXTRA in the OPTION menu. You may play your CD ( page 28). The rechargeable battery is used up completely. Charge the battery ( page 11). Replace the dry battery with a new LR6 (size AA) alkaline battery ( page 13). An AC power adaptor which is rated higher than the one supplied or recommended is being used. Use only the supplied AC power adaptor or the car battery cord recommended in Optional Accessories ( page 36). The CD is dirty or defective. Clean it or change it. Check that the CD is inserted with the label side up ( page 16). Moisture condensation has occurred. Leave the CD player aside for several hours until the moisture evaporates. Close the lid of the battery compartment rmly ( page 11). Make sure the battery is inserted correctly ( page 11, 13). Connect the AC power adaptor to an AC outlet securely ( page 15). Press after one second or more has passed since the AC power adaptor was connected. The CD-R/CD-RW in the player is blank. There is a problem with the quality of the CD-R/CD-RW, recording device, or application software. The buttons are locked. Slide the HOLD switch back ( page 18).

Certain tracks cannot be played.
Lo Batt appears on the display, and the CD does not play.
Hi DC in appears on the display.
The CD does not play, or No Disc appears on the display when a CD is placed in the player.
The OPR lamp ashes on the player when you press a button, and the CD does not play.
Symptom Playback starts from the point you stopped (resume function).
Cause and/or corrective action
The resume function is working. To start play from the rst track, press while the player is stopped until the rst track starts playing, or open the lid of the player ( page 17). Or, remove all power sources, and then insert the battery or connect the AC power adaptor again. This player is designed to stop the rotation of an ATRAC CD or MP3 CD during playback to reduce the power consumption. The player is not malfunctioning. There are no ATRAC3plus/MP3 les on the CD-R/CD-RW. A CD-R/CD-RW from which the data has been erased is being used. The CD is dirty. You are using your CD player at high temperatures (above 40C/104F) or at low temperatures (below 0C/32F). At room temperature, the display will return to its normal operating condition. The CD player has entered the preparation stage of Bookmark play. Change the PLAY MODE setting to normal play (no display) ( page 21).
During playback of an ATRAC CD or MP3 CD, the CD does not rotate but you can hear the sound normally. No File appears on the display after you press or when the lid of the player is closed. The LCD display becomes hard to see or slows down.
is ashing quickly on the display of the remote control, and you cannot locate the beginning of the track or a specic point in the track. Even though you have not selected Bookmark play, (Bookmark) ashes. Play stopped abruptly.
If you have selected a playback option other than Bookmark play, (Bookmark) ashes. The off timer has been set. Change the setting of TIMER to OFF ( page 28). The rechargeable battery or the dry battery is used up completely. Charge the rechargeable battery ( page 11), or replace the dry battery with a new LR6 (size AA) alkaline battery ( page 13). This phenomenon may occur, depending on the CD you are using. Remove all power sources, and then insert the battery or reconnect the AC power adaptor. Try to operate the player again. If the problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
You cannot operate the player, and a sequence of 8 numbers or letters appear on the display of the remote.

Others

Symptom During recording with an optical digital connection, the track number cannot be recorded correctly.
When closing the lid of the CD player, the CD starts to rotate. You cannot operate the CD player properly using the remote.

Record the track number again using a MiniDisc recorder, DAT recorder, etc. See the instruction manual that comes with the recording device. Adjust the volume on the player. The player is reading the information on the CD, not malfunctioning. The buttons on the player are kept pressed by mistake. The remote is not connected securely.

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. To clean the terminals If the terminals on the charging stand become dirty, the battery may not be charged properly. Clean the terminals with a cotton swab or a dry cloth periodically as illustrated below.

Terminals

Specications

System

Compact disc digital audio system

Laser diode properties

Material: GaAlAs Wavelength: = 770 - 800 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.)

D-A conversion

1-bit quartz time-axis control

Frequency response

20 - Hz +1 dB (measured by JEITA) 2
Output (at 3 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. 1.5 mW + Approx. 1.5 mW at 16 )* *For the customers in Europe Optical digital output (optical output connector) Output level: 21 - 15 dBm Wavelength: 630 - 690 nm at peak level

Power requirements

Sony NH-14WM rechargeable battery: 1.2 V DC 1 LR6 (size AA) battery: 1.5 V DC 1 AC power adaptor (DC IN 3 V jack): 220 V, 50 Hz (Model for China) 120 V, 60 Hz (Model for Mexico) Rated current: 1 A

Operating temperature

5C - 35C (41F - 95F)
Dimensions (w/h/d) (excluding projecting parts and controls)
Approx. 127 13.1 132.5 mm (in.)
Mass (excluding accessories)

Approx. 116 g (4.1 oz.)

US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laboratories. Design and specications are subject to change without notice.

Optional Accessories

AC power adaptor Active speaker system Car battery cord Car battery cord with car connecting pack Car connecting pack Connecting cord Earphones (except for the customers in France) Earphones (for the customers in France) AC-E30HG* SRS-Z1 SRS-Z30 DCC-E345 DCC-E34CP CPA-9C RK-G129 RK-G136 MDR-EX71SL MDR-Q55SL MDR-E0931SP