User manual SONY VAIO VPCSB4DFX

[. . . ] Owner's Record The model number is located at the rear and the serial number is located inside the lid of the CD player. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. ___________________ Certain countries may regulate disposal of the battery used to power this product. [. . . ] Each time you press RPT/ENT, 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. 11 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. While jogging, use the supplied hand strap (see "Using the hand strap" in Locating the controls). 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 " or The selected sound mode is displayed. To turn off the G-PROTECTION function Set G-PROTECTION to "OFF. " Note Sound may skip if: ­ the CD player receives stronger continuous shock than expected or ­ a dirty or scratched CD is played. "BASS " enhances the bass sound ". more than "BASS Note If the sound is distorted when using the SOUND function, turn down the volume. 12 Protecting your hearing (AVLS) The AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) function keeps down the maximum volume to protect your hearing. Set AVLS to "LIMIT. " Locking the controls (HOLD) You can lock the controls on your CD player to prevent accidental button presses. Set HOLD to "HOLD. " Flashes when the volume is turned up and beyond a certain level. Displayed when the HOLD function is working. Available features To turn off the AVLS function Set AVLS to "NORM. " To unlock the controls Slide HOLD in the opposite direction of the arrow. 13 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. Turning off the LCD's backlight While you are using the rechargeable batteries or dry batteries, the LCD's backlight turns on for about 5 seconds every time you press a button. However, you can turn off the backlight to save the battery power. 1 2 Remove the power source (AC power adaptor, rechargeable batteries or dry batteries) from the CD player. Connect the power source while pressing x/CHG. 1 2 Remove the rechargeable batteries or dry batteries from the CD player. · 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. Connecting a power source Battery power is getting low. Battery power is low. Lo batt* Batteries are depleted. * Beep sounds. When the batteries are depleted, replace both batteries with new ones. 19 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. 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. [. . . ] "HI dc In" appears in the display. Cause and/or corrective actions c Set the AVLS switch to "NORM. " (page 13) c Connect the plugs firmly. Clean the plugs with a dry soft cloth periodically. c Check that you are using alkaline batteries and not manganese batteries. [. . . ]