3-225-008-73 (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-EJ621
D-EJ622
D-EJ625
© 2000 Sony Corporation
Table of Contents
Connecting a power source
Getting started
Using the rechargeable batteries ................ 16
Using the dry batteries ............................... 18
Notes on the power source ........................ 18
Locating the controls ................................... 4
Playing a CD
1. Connect your CD player. ......................... 6
2. Insert a CD. ............................................. 6
3. Play a CD. ............................................... 6
Additional information
Precautions ................................................ 19
Maintenance .............................................. 19
Troubleshooting ......................................... 20
Specifications ............................................ 22
Accessories (supplied/optional) ................ 23
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
Using your CD player in a car ................... 15
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Getting started
Locating the controls
For details, see pages in parentheses.
CD player (front)
7 u (play/pause)
button
1 Display
(pages 7, 9 - 12)
(pages 6, 7, 10)
8 DC IN 4.5 V (external
power input) jack
(pages 6, 16)
2 PLAY MODE
button
(pages 8 - 10)
9 Strap holes (page 5)
3 ./>
(AMS/search)
buttons
q; x (stop)/CHG (charge)
button (pages 7, 13, 16)
(pages 7, 9, 10)
qa SOUND button
(page 11)
4 LINE OUT
qs REPEAT/ENTER
jack (page 14)
button (pages 8 - 10)
5 HOLD switch
qd i (headphones) jack
(page 12)
(page 6)
qf OPEN switch
6 VOLUME +/–
buttons
(page 6)
(page 6)
CD player (rear)
CD player (inside)
qg G-PROTECTION
switch
qh AVLS switch
(page 12)
(page 11)
qj Battery
compartment
(page 16)
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Remote control (for the models supplied with the remote control)
qk x (stop) button
w; N(play)•>
(AMS/search) button
(pages 6, 7, 9, 10)
(pages 7, 13)
ql VOL (volume)
+/– button
wa HOLD switch
(page 12)
(page 6)
ws .(AMS/search)
button
(pages 7, 9, 10)
Note
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
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.
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Playing a CD
You can also use rechargeable batteries, dry batteries and a car battery as a power source.
1. Connect your CD player.
to an AC outlet
1 Connect the AC power adaptor.
2 Connect the headphones/earphones.
u button
For models supplied with the remote
control
AC power
adaptor
• 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)
or
2. Insert a CD.
1 Slide OPEN to open the lid.
Headphones
OPEN
switch
3. Play a CD.
2 Place the CD on the tray and close
the lid.
Press u.
Label
side up
Adjust the volume by
pressing VOLUME + or –.
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To
Press
Play/Pause
u
x/CHG*2
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
.once quickly*2
.repeatedly*2
> once quickly*2
> repeatedly*2
Hold down .*2
Hold down >*2
Go forward quickly
*1 Automatic Music Sensor
*2 These operations can be done during both play and pause.
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 connected to the LINE OUT jack? Connect them to the i (headphones)
jack.
About CD-Rs/CD-RWs
This CD player is compatible with CD-Rs/CD-RWs but playback capability may vary depending
on the quality of the disc, the recording device and application software.
Removing the CD
Remove the CD while pressing the pivot in the center of the tray.
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Playback options
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)
REPEAT
You can repeat play that is selected using
PLAY MODE.
“ PGM”
(Play tracks in your favorite order)
ENTER
You can select tracks for PGM play
mode.
u button
./>
buttons
x/CHG button
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Playing tracks repeatedly (Repeat play)
You can play tracks repeatedly in normal, single, shuffle and PGM play modes.
During playback, press REPEAT/ENTER.
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 (Single play)
During playback, press PLAY MODE
repeatedly until “1” appears.
Playing tracks in random order (Shuffle play)
During playback, press PLAY MODE
repeatedly until “SHUF” appears.
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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.
1
Press . or > to select a track.
2
Track number
Playing order
Press REPEAT/ENTER quickly (less
than 0.5 second) to enter the
selected track.
3
“00” appears and the playing order increases
by one.
Repeat steps 2 and 3 to select the tracks in your favorite order.
4
5
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.
Notes
• 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.
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B Available features
G-PROTECTION
function
Emphasizing the bass
sound (SOUND)
The G-PROTECTION function has been
developed to provide excellent protection
against sound skipping during many active
uses. This function provides a higher level of
shock protection than the traditional one.
You can emphasize the bass-boosted sound.
Press SOUND to select “BASS
” or
“BASS
.”
No indication
(Normal play)
Set G-PROTECTION (under the lid) to
“ON.”
BASS
BASS
During active uses, 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.”
The selected sound mode is displayed.
Note
Sound may skip:
– if the CD player receives stronger continuous
shock than expected,
“BASS
more than “BASS
” enhances the bass sound
.”
– if a dirty or scratched CD is played or
– when using poor-quality CD-Rs/CD-RWs or
if there is a problem with the recording device
or application software.
Note
If the sound is distorted when using the SOUND
function, turn down the volume.
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Protecting your hearing
Locking the controls
(AVLS)
(HOLD)
The AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter
System) function keeps down the maximum
volume to protect your hearing.
You can lock the controls on your CD player
to prevent accidental button presses.
Slide HOLD in the direction of the
arrow.
Set AVLS (in the battery compartment)
to “LIMIT.”
Displayed when the HOLD function is
working.
Flashes when the volume is turned up
and beyond a certain level.
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 turn off the AVLS function
Set AVLS to “NORM.”
To unlock the controls
Slide HOLD in the opposite direction of the
arrow.
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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
1
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.
2
To turn on the beep sound
Remove the power source and then connect
the power source without pressing x/CHG
or x.
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B Connecting your CD player
Notes
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.
• 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.
Be sure to turn off all connected devices
before making connections.
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 LINE OUT
• 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.
Connecting cord
Left (white)
Right (red)
Stereo system,
cassette recorder,
radio cassette
recorder, etc.
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Using your CD player in
a car
You can use your CD player in a car by
connecting it to the car cassette deck.
You cannot use the car mount plate for this
CD player.
When you use your CD player in a car,
install it securely in a location that does not
interfere with your driving.
Optional car accessory needed
To connect your CD player to a car cassette
deck, you need the following car accessories
in “Accessories (supplied/optional)”:
• Car battery cord, and
• Car connecting pack*
For details, see the instruction manuals that
come with the optional accessories.
* Noise may be heard if you use an optional
connecting cord. It is recommended that you use
a Sony car connecting pack to reduce noise.
Switched ignition function (when
using the car battery cord)
With this feature, your CD player stops
automatically when you turn off the car
engine (turn off the ignition key) even if the
batteries are inserted in the CD player. This
function is invalid depending on the car
models.
Note
Use only the car battery cord listed in “Accessories
(supplied/optional).” If you use any other car
battery cord, a heat, smoke or malfunction may
occur.
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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
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.
3
For the battery life and charging time of the
rechargeable batteries, see “Specifications.”
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.
to DC IN 4.5 V
• NC-WMAA
• NH-WM2AA
Open the battery compartment lid.
1
AC power adaptor
to an AC outlet
(rear)
The CD player charges the batteries. The
“CHG” indicator turns on in the display,
and the indicator sections of
light
Insert two rechargeable batteries
2
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.
by matching the 3 to the diagram
in the battery compartment and
close the lid.
Disconnect the AC power adaptor.
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To remove the rechargeable batteries
Note on the rechargeable batteries
Remove the batteries as illustrated below.
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.
When to charge the rechargeable
batteries
To attach the battery compartment lid
You can check the remaining power of the
batteries in the display.
If the battery compartment lid is detached by
an accidental drop, excessive force, etc.,
attach it as illustrated below.
Battery power is full.
r
r
Battery power is getting low.
r
r
Battery power is low.
r
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.
Notes
• 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.
When to replace the rechargeable
batteries
If the battery life becomes shorter by about
half, replace the batteries with new
rechargeable batteries.
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Using the dry batteries
Use only the following dry battery type for
your CD player:
Notes on the power
source
Disconnect all power sources when the CD
player is not used.
• LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries
Note
On AC power adaptor
Be sure to remove the AC power adaptor when
using the dry batteries.
• 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.
Open the battery compartment lid.
1
Polarity of the plug
Insert two LR6 (size AA) batteries
by matching the 3 to the diagram
in the battery compartment.
2
To remove the batteries
Remove the batteries in the same way as
rechargeable batteries.
• 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.
When to replace the batteries
You can check the remaining power of the
batteries in the display.
On rechargeable batteries
and dry batteries
Battery power is full.
• 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.
r
r
Battery power is getting low.
r
r
Battery power is low.
r
Lo batt* Batteries are depleted.
* Beep sounds.
• 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.
When the batteries are depleted, replace both
batteries with new ones.
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B Additional information
On headphones/earphones
Road safety
Precautions
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.
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.
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.
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.
• 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.
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.
• 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
• 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.
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Troubleshooting
Should any problem persist after you have checked these symptoms, consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
Symptom
Cause and/or corrective actions
The volume does not increase
even if you press the VOLUME
+ button repeatedly.
c
c
Set the AVLS switch to “NORM.” (page 12)
The headphones/earphones are connected to the LINE OUT jack.
Connect them to the i (headphones) jack. (page 6)
Cannot adjust the volume.
c
The headphones/earphones are connected to the LINE OUT jack.
Connect them to the i (headphones) jack. (page 6)
No sound, or noise is heard.
c
c
Connect the plugs firmly. (page 6)
Plugs are dirty. Clean the plugs with a dry soft cloth periodically.
The playing time is too short
when powered with the dry
batteries.
c
Check that you are using alkaline batteries and not manganese
batteries. (page 18)
Replace the batteries with new LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries.
(page 18)
c
The playing time is too short
when powered with the
rechargeable batteries.
c
Charge and discharge the rechargeable batteries several times.
(pages 16, 17)
When you press u, “ Lo
batt” or “ 00” appears in the
display. The CD does not
play.
c
c
The rechargeable batteries are used up completely. Charge the
batteries. (page 16)
Replace the batteries with new LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries.
(page 18)
“ HI dc In” appears in the
display.
c
c
Use only the AC power adaptor or car battery cord in “Accessories
(supplied/optional).” (page 23)
Remove all power sources, then insert the batteries or connect the
AC power adaptor again. (pages 6, 16, 17, 18)
The CD does not play or
“ no dISC” appears in the
display when a CD is placed
in the CD player.
c
c
c
The CD is dirty or defective. (page 19)
Check that the CD is inserted with the label side up. (page 6)
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 16)
c
c
c
Make sure the batteries are inserted correctly. (pages 16 - 18)
Connect the AC power adaptor to an AC outlet securely. (page 6)
The CD-R/CD-RW was not finalized. Finalize the CD-R/CD-RW
with the recording device.
c
c
There is a problem with the quality of the CD-R/CD-RW,
recording device, or application software.
“ Hold” appears in the
display when you press a
button, and the CD does not
play.
The buttons are locked. Slide the HOLD switch back. (page 12)
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Symptom
Cause and/or corrective action
The CD player does not start
charging.
c
During stop, press
x/CHG. (page 16)
Playback starts from the
point you stopped. (resume
function)
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, 16, 18)
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Battery life* (approx. hours)
(When you use the CD player on a flat and stable
surface.)
Specifications
Playing time varies depending on how the CD
player is used.
System
Compact disc digital audio system
When using
G-PROTECTION function
Laser diode properties
Material: GaAlAs
on
off
Wavelength: λ = 780 nm
Emission duration: Continuous
Two NC-WMAA
(charged for
8
10
Laser output: Less than 44.6 µW
(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.)
about 3 hours**)
NH-WM2AA
(charged for
about 5 hours**)
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D-A conversion
1-bit quartz time-axis control
Two Sony alkaline
batteries LR6(SG)
Frequency response
20 - 20 000 Hz +–12 dB (measured by EIAJ CP-
307)
* Measured value by the standard of EIAJ
(Electronic Industries Association of Japan).
** Charging time varies depending on how the
rechargeable battery is used.
Output (at 4.5 V input level)
Line output (stereo minijack)
Output level 0.7 V rms at 47 kΩ
Recommended load impedance over 10 kΩ
Headphones (stereo minijack)
Operating temperature
5°C - 35°C (41°F - 95°F)
Dimensions (w/h/d) (excluding
projecting parts and controls)
Approx. 131.6 × 29.5 × 135.5 mm
(5 1⁄4 × 1 3⁄16 × 5 3⁄8 in.)
Approx.5 mW + Approx. 5 mW at 16 Ω
Power requirements
For the area code of the model you
purchased, check the upper left side of the
bar code on the package.
Mass (excluding accessories)
Approx. 191 g (6.8 oz.)
• Two Sony NC-WMAA rechargeable
batteries: 2.4 V DC
• Sony NH-WM2AA rechargeable batteries:
2.4 V DC
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
• Two LR6 (size AA) batteries: 3 V DC
• 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
• Sony DCC-E345 car battery cord for use on
car battery: 4.5 V DC
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Optional accessories
Accessories
(supplied/optional)
AC power adaptor
AC-E45HG
Active speaker system
SRS-Z1
SRS-Z500
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.
Car battery cord
DCC-E345
Car battery cord with car connecting pack
DCC-E34CP
Car connecting pack
Connecting cord
CPA-9C
RK-G129
RK-G136
Rechargeable battery
Earphones
NH-WM2AA
AC power adaptor (1)
a
a
a
MDR-E848LP
MDR-EX70LP
Headphones/earphones
with remote control (1)
–
Headphones
MDR-A44L
MDR-A110LP
Headphones/earphones (1)
Rechargeable batteries (2)
Battery carrying case (1)
Hand strap (1)
a
–
–
a
–
a
a
a
When connecting optional
headphones/earphones to the
supplied remote control
Use only headphones with stereo mini plugs.
You cannot use headphones with micro
plugs.
For US customers
The AC power adaptor supplied is not intended to
be serviced. Should the AC power adaptor cease to
function in its intended manner, during the warranty
period, the adaptor should be returned to your
nearest Sony Service Center or Sony Authorized
Repair Center for replacement, or after warranty
period, it should be discarded.
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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This warranty is valid only in the United States.
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