User manual SONY VAIO VPCSA4CFX

[. . . ] 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. Please consult with your local authority. For the customers in the USA and Canada DISPOSAL OF 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. [. . . ] 9 kHz area: Asia and Europe 10 kHz area: the U. S. A. , Canada and South America Notes · The interval will not change until you once turn off the radio and then turn it on again. · After changing the tuning interval, you need to preset radio stations again. Using the radio 15 B Available features G-PROTECTION function 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. 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) " or BASS BASS During active uses, use the supplied hand strap (see "Using the hand strap" in Locating the controls). 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, ­ 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. The selected sound mode is displayed. "BASS " enhances the bass sound more than "BASS . " Note If the sound is distorted when using the SOUND function, turn down the volume. 16 Protecting your hearing (AVLS) The AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter System) function keeps down the maximum volume to protect your hearing. Set AVLS (under the lid) 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. Displayed when "LIMIT" is selected and AVLS function is working. 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. 17 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. 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. To turn on the beep sound Remove the power source and then connect the power source without pressing x/CHG. 18 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. · 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 getting low. Connecting a power source Battery power is low. Lo batt* Batteries are depleted. * Beep sounds. When the batteries are depleted, replace both batteries with new ones. 23 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. [. . . ] (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 21) c Make sure the batteries are inserted correctly. [. . . ]