Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located at the rear.
Record these numbers in the spaces provided below.
Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your
Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No..
. Serial No.
Warning
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not
expose the unit to rain or moisture.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This symbol is intended to alert the user
to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient
magnitude fo constitute a risk of electric
shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the user
to the presence of important operating
and maintenance (servicing) instructions in
the literature accompanying the appliance.
Information
This equipment generates and uses radio frequency
energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in
strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may
cause interference to radio and television reception. It has
been type tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B computing device in accordance with the
specifications in Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which
are designed to provide reasonable protection against
such interference in a residential installation. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause
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 the receiving antenna
Relocate the equipment with respect to the receiver
Move the equipment away from the receiver
Plug the equipment into a different outlet so that
equipment and receiver are on different branch circuits.
If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an
experienced radio/television technician for additional
suggestions. The user may find the following booklet
prepared by the Federal Communications Commission
helpful:
“How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference
Problems”.
This booklet is available from the U.S. Government
Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402, Stock
No. 004-000-00345-4.
CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with this product will
increase eye hazard.
Table of Contents Introduction
Introduction
Precautions.................................................................................. 4
instaiiation
Connections ................................................................................ 5
Location of controis.................................................................... 6
Front panel ........................................................................... 6
Remote commander ............................................................. 7
instaiiing batteries in the remote commander
Piaying a dise............................................................................... 8
Information display ............................................................. 9
Selecting a desired disc
Locating a particular selection........................................... 9
Locating a particular point in a selection ......................... 9
Playing in a random order - Shuffie play
Playing repeatedly - Repeat play
Scanning selections - Music scan
Playing in a desired order - Program play
Tips on editing tapes ................................................................. 14
Fading out after a desired duration - Time fade .............. 14
Fading in/Fading out
Timer activated playing ............................................................. 14
Maintenance ............................................................................... 15
Cleaning the cabinet
Cleaning discs
Specifications
Troubleshooting guide
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• 4 TIMES OVERSAMPLING DIGITAL FILTER compact
disc player (DUAL D/A CONVERTER SYSTEM) This
unit is equipped with 5 disc trays which allow you to
choose from a large number and wide variety of
selections.
Any disc at any time can be played using the DISC 1 to
5 buttons (CDP-C305 only).
• Shuffle play (page 10)
Once a selection is played, it will not be played once
more until the random order is completed.
• Music scan (page 11)
You can check the selections by scanning the beginning
of each selection. (CDP-C305 only)
• Program play (page 12)
Up to 32 steps of program is possible from the 5 discs.
• Time fade (page 14)
You can stop the play, fading out at the time desired.
• Fading in/Fading out (page 14)
You can begin a selection fading in and end it fading
out. (CDP-C305 only)
Differences by Model and Area
This instruction manual covers CDP-C305, CDP-C205,
CDP-C201, and CDP-C301M. Their performance and
operation are identical except for the following:
• The CDP-C205, C201 and CDP-C301M are not supplied
with a remote commander. They do not have those
functions activated only by remote commander, which
This indicates a function operated only from the
remote commander.
This indicates a function operated only on the
main unit.
are indicated with H] mark in this instruction manual.
• The CDP-C201 and CDP-C301M do not have a PHONES
(headphones) jack and a LEVEL control.
• The CDP-C301M only have a TIMER switch.
The illustrations used in this manual are of the CDP-C305.
Note on the Transit Key
The white transit key on the bottom exterior of the unit protects the optical system against shock during transportation.
Before operating the CD player, be sure to remove the key by following the instructions on the label, and store it in a safe,
place.
When transporting the unit, replace the key in its original hole and lock it in place.
Precautions Installation
On safety
• Check the unit’s operating voltage before operation.
It must be identical with that of your local power supply.
• Should any liquid or solid object fall into the cabinet.
Unplug the unit and have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it any further.
• Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if it will not be used
for a long time. To disconnect the cord, pull it out by
grasping the plug. Never pull the cord itself.
• As the laser beam used in this compact disc player is
harmful to the eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the
cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
On operation
When the unit is not used, turn the power off, to conserve
energy and to extend the useful life of your unit.
For detailed safety precautions, see the leaflet
“IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS”.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your
unit, please contact you nearest Sony dealer.
Placing Your Unit
' Place the unit in a location with adequate air circulation
to prevent internal heat buildup in the unit.
' Do not place the unit on a soft surface, such as a rug
that would block the ventilation holes on the bottom.
Do not install the unit.
- near heat sources such as radiators or air ducts.
-in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust,
mechanical vibration or shock.
On moisture condensation
If the player is brought directly from a cold to a warm
location, or is placed in a very damp room, moisture
may condense on the lens inside the unit. Should this
occur, the player will not operate. In this case, remove
the disc and leave the player turned on for about an
hour until the moisture evaporates.
Connections
For Correct Connections
' Turn off the power of each unit before making
connections.
' Connect the AC power cord last.
' Be sure to insert the plugs firmly into the jacks.
Loose connection may cause hum and noise.
To Connect to an Amplifier
To AC outlet
’ Leave a little slack in the connecting cord to allow for
inadvertent shock or vibration.
' Cord plugs and jacks are color coded: Red plugs and
jacks are for the right channel (R) and white ones for the
left channel (L).
CDP-C305/C205/C201 /C301M
Speaker system
To wall outlet