User manual SONY DE880

[. . . ] 3-045-457-21 (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-E880 D-EJ815 © 1999 Sony Corporation WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. CAUTION The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard. [. . . ] · If you connect the connecting cord or the digital connecting cord to the LINE OUT(OPTICAL) jack, the G-PROTECTION function does not work. 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. Available features "BASS " enhances the bass sound ". more than "BASS Note If the sound is distorted when using the SOUND function, turn down the volume. 13 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. · Adjust the volume properly on the connected device so that the sound will not be distorted. to LINE OUT (OPTICAL) When using the connecting cord · You cannot adjust the volume of the headphones/earphones on the CD player or the remote control. · If the sound is distorted, connect the device to the i/REMOTE jack. When using the optical digital connecting cord To record a CD on a MiniDisc, DAT, etc. , make sure that the CD player is in pause before operating the recording procedures. About the G-PROTECTION and SOUND functions when using the connecting cord or optical digital connecting cord See the following table for valid functions according to the types of connecting cord: Connecting cord Optical digital connecting cord G-PROTECTION No No SOUND No Yes* Optical digital connecting cord Connecting cord Left (white) Right (red) MiniDisc recorder, DAT deck, etc. Stereo system, cassette recorder, radio cassette recorder, etc. * Functions only on the output sound from the i/REMOTE jack; does not function on the output sound from the LINE OUT (OPTICAL) jack. 16 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. Connecting your CD player 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. 17 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. " 3 Connect the AC power adaptor to the EXT BATT/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 EXT BATT/ DC IN 4. 5 V 1 Open the battery compartment lid. AC power adaptor (rear) to an AC outlet 2 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, light and the indicator sections of 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. 4 Disconnect the AC power adaptor. 18 To remove the rechargeable batteries Remove the batteries as illustrated below. 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. [. . . ] (page 18) c Replace the batteries with new LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries. (page 20) c Use only the AC power adaptor or car battery cord in "Accessories (supplied/optional). " (page 26) c Remove all power sources, then insert the batteries or connect the AC power adaptor again. (pages 7, 18, 19, 20) c The CD is dirty or defective. (page 22) c Check that the CD is inserted with the label side up. [. . . ]