Sony CDP-C77ES User Manual

3-753-438-23 (1)
Compact Disc Player
Operating Instructions
DIGITAL AUDIO
CDP-C77ES CDP-C87ES

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
00 NOT OPEN
CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
00 NOT REMOVE COVER lOR 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 to consititute 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, DC 20402, Stock No. 004­000-00345-4.
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 regeirding this product. Model No
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Serial No
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For the customers in Australia

This Compact Disc player is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product. The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT label is located on the rear exterior.

Differences by Model

This instruction manual covers the CDP-C77ES and the CDP-C87ES. Their performance and operation is identical except for the following: CDP-C87ES comes with a SERIAL CHAIN terminal and
CONTROL SIN/OUT terminals.

Note on the Transit Key

The transit key and the red lock screw (CDP-C87ES only) 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 and
red lock screw (CDP-C87ES only) by following the instructions on the label, and store it in a safe place.
When transporting the unit, replace the key and red lock screw (CDP-C87ES only) in its original hole and lock it in place.
Re-install the red lock screw
1. Open the disc compertment by pressing the —
OPEN/CLOSE button.
2. Press the DISC SKIP button until disc tray 1 is at the
front.
3. Close the disc compertment by pressing the —
OPEN/CLOSE button.
4. Wait for the 0 (DISC 1) i ndicator to blink before turning
the power off. Re-install the transporting lock screw.
Warning............................................................................................2
Introducing this CO player................................................................. 3
Installing the CD player
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Maintenance...................................................................................... 4
Precautions....................................................................................... 4
Connections...................................................................................... 5
Location of controls .......................................................................... 6
Front panel................................................................................. 6
Remote commander...................................................................7
Preparing the remote commander
Installing batteries
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Playing a disc-Continuous play ..........................................................8
Information display.....................................................................9
Selecting a desired disc.............................................................10
Locating a particular selection Locating a particular point in a selection
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Playing in a random order-Shuffle play.............................................11
To play only the desired discs in a random order
-Select shuffle play
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Playing in a desired order-Program play............................................12
Designating the playing time-Program edit................................12
Checking the programmed selections Clearing the programmed selections
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Designating the total playing time-Time edit.......................................14
Convenient features for tape recording
Fading in/Fading out
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Fading out after a desired duration-Time fade............................16
Locating the loudest portion of the disc
-Peak search.............................................................................17
Playing repeatedly - Repeat play
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Playing the beginning of each selection
- Music scan..............................................................................19
Enhanced surround effects-Digital signal
processor................................................................................. 20
Memorizing a DSP mode
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On custom files................................................................................ 22
Keeping the program in memory-Bank .............................................23
Memorizing a bank....................................................................23
Playing the disc using the bank
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Clearing the bank...................................................................... 23
Assigning names to a disc-Disc Memo..............................................24
Displaying the memos
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Clearing the disc memo.............................................................25
Preset the desired output level to a disc
-Level File..................................................................................26
Clearing the level file..................................................................26
Timer activated playing.....................................................................27
Activating the power with an audio timer....................................27
Connect two players and for more listening
enjoyment-Serial chain control
(CDP-C87ES only)..................................................................... 28
Specifications ..................................................................................30
Troubleshooting guide .................................................................... 31
This unit is equipped with 5 disc trays which allow you to choose from a large number and wide variety of selections.
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Any disc at any time can be played using the DISC 1 to 5 buttons.
Enjoy tisteninfl In various ptaylna modes
You can select the playing modes among the following:
Continuous play
(pages) Shuffle play (page 11)
Program play (page 12)
Repeat play (page 18)
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- The entire disc(s) is played once.
- Selections are played in a random
order.
- Selections are played in your
desired order.
- Selections or portions are played
repeatedly.
Edtttna your own tw>es
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You can fade the play in or out when making your own tape recording. - Fade in/Fade out (page 16)
• You can confirm the total playing time while choosing the
selections to be programmed. - Program edit (page 12)
• The player can program selections automatically to fit in a
desired duration. - Time edit (page 14)
• You can stop the play, fading out at the time desired.
-Time fade (page 16)
• The loudest portion of the disc will be determined and played
repeatedly. - Peak search (page 17)
Making your disc custom-made-CUSTOM RLE function
• You can assign a name to a disc, such as the title of the disc
or the date of purchase. - Disc memo (page 24)
• You can select and store specific acoustic surround effects for
an individual disc. - DSP file (page 21)
• You can store the programmed playing order for a disc.
- Bank (page 23)
• You can store the optimum playback level of each disc in the
unit's memory. - Level file (page 26)
You can play a beginning of each selection - Music scan
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You can check the selections by scanning the beginning of each
selection in the disc. You can use this function in any play mode, (page 19)
Enjoy listening in various acoustic atmospheres
The DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSOR (DSP) lets you listen to selections according to various acoustic atmospheres, (page 20)
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Eaay-to-see display________________________________________
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The selection number, the playing time and the remaining time are displayed by pressing the TIME/MEMO button. And also playing
modes like repeat, shuffle, program and bank are displayed in the display window.
To operate two CD players serially - Serial chain control (CPP-C87ES only)_________________________________________
Serial chain gives you control over two players for more listenirrg enjoyment, (page 28)
This indicates a function operated only from the remote commander.
This indicates a function operated only on the main unit

Installing the CD Player ■ Maintenance

Notes on Installation

Place the unit in a iocation with adequate air circuiation
to prevent internal heat build up 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.
Use on level surface. Make sure that the unit is placed
in a proper location before switching the power on.
Do not transport the unit with the discs inserted.
If you remove the side panels to install the unit in a rack, be sure to secure the metal casing with the supplied screws (M3x8 mm in length). DO NOT use the longer screws that held the side panels in place.
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.

Cleaning the cabinet

Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth lightly moistened with mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine.

Cleaning discs

Before playing, clean the disc with the cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from the center out.
Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially availeible cleaners or anti-static spray intended for analog discs.
Precautions

On Safety

• Check the unit’s operating voltage before operation. It must be identical with that of your local power supply. The operating voltage is indicated on the nameplate at the rear of the unit.
• 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 ¿md to extend the useful life of your unit
After playing, store the disc in its case.
Important
Since the CD system boasts a wide dynamic range, the peaks of high level inputs are recorded with high fidelity, and the noise level is very low. Do not turn up the volume while listening to a portion with no audio signals or very low level inputs if you do, the speakers may be damaged when a peak level portion is played.
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.

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.
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).
*iNotes on LINE OUT
FIXED: The output level is fixed.
VARIABLE: The output level can be adjusted with LINE
OUT/PHONE LEVEL control or LINE OUT LEVEL buttons on the remote commander. However, if the LINE OUT/PHONE LEVEL control is turned while recording, the recording level will change even when it is preset on the tape deck.
*>Note on the CONTROL S IN 0nput)
To rennote control this unit through a CD player, receiver
or amplifier, connect the input on this unit to the CONTROL S OUT (output) on a Sony CD player, receiver or amplifier, with a CONTROL S cable.
*>Note on the CONTROL S OUT (output)
(CDP-C87ES only)
To renrrate control another CD player (supporting the Serial Chain feature) through this unit, connect the output on this unit to CONTROL S IN (input) on the other unit with a
(X>NTROLS cable.
Note on optical digital out
Connect the optical out to the amplifier with the optical input or D/A converter. When you connect, use the connecting cable for optical out POC-15 (not supplied). When the optical out is connected, you cannot use fade
oirt, fade in, DSP mode etnd time fade function.
*«Note on the SERIAL CHAIN terminal and MODE
selector (CDP-C87ES only)
Use both serietl chain terminals to control two CD players serially. See page 28 for details.

Location of Controls

Front Panel

Refer to the pages indicated in • for details.
POWER switch ®
PLAY MODE buttons CONTINUE button ®
a
SHUFFLE button # PROGRAM button O BANK button 0
TiDISC 1-5 buttons ® 7]TIME/MEM0 button O
Display window ® Disc tray ® REPEAT button ® CHECK button 9 CLEAR button ® FADER button ® PEAK SEARCH button ® EDIT/TIME FADE button ® FILE button 9
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►(play) button ®
^11 (pause) button ®
^ ■ (stop) button ®
OPEN/CLOSE button ®
DISC SKIP button ®
« (manual search) buttons ®
K4 ►M (AMS*) buttons ® PHONE LEVEL/LINE OUT LEVEL control ® HEADPHONES jack ® LEVEL FILE button O ERASE button ® Track buttons ® MUSIC SCAN button ®
>10 (over 10) button ®
DSP REVERB level control ® DSP EQUALIZER level control O DSP FILE button ® FLAT button DSP mode buttons BGM button ® LIVE ROOM button ® DISCO button ®
STADIUM button ® JAZZ CLUB button • CHURCH button ®
HALL button ® Remote sensor TIMER switch #
* AMS is the abbreviation Automatic Music Sensor.
Remote Commander
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Refer to the pages indicated in • for details.
MUSIC SCAN button ® DISC SKIP button ®
Track buttons 0
FILE button 0 ERASE button 9 MEMO INPUT button 0 LEVEL FILE button 0 FADER button ® DSP SELECT button 0
LINE OUT LEVEL buttons 0
DSP FLAT button 0 ◄◄ (manual search) buttons ®
►M (AMS) buttons
(stop) button 0
II (pause) button
^ (play) button 0
REPEAT button Q)
TIME button O
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CHECK (program check) button ®
19
>20 (over 20) button 0
20
0
0
2ii CLEAR (program cjear) button <
^ DISC 1-5 buttons < M]FLAY MODE buttons
CONTINUE button O SHUFFLE button PROGRAM button
BANK button ^ CHAIN MODE button (CDP-C87ES only) Ml player SELECT button (CDP-C87ES only) i
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0
0
0
Buttons vifith yellow letters (A, B, C disc memo (page 24).

Preparing the Remote Commander

Installing Batteries

On battery life
• About half a year of normal operation can be expected
when using the Sony SUM-3(NS) batteries.
• When the batteries are run down, the remote commander will not operate the unit. In this case, replace both batteries with new ones.
Notes on the remote commander and remote control operation
• Keep the commander away from extremely hot or humid places.
• Avoid dropping any foreign objects into the commander casing, particularly when replacing the batteries.
• Avoid exposing the remote sensor to direct sunlight or lighting apparatus. Such exposure can cause a malfunction.
• To avoid damage caused by battery leakage and corrosion, remove the batteries when the commander will not be used for a long time.
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Playing a Disc - Continuous Piay

Before playing a disc, turn on the amplifier and set the input selector to the CD player position.

To stop play

To stop for a moment during play, press II.
Press ^ or II to resume play.
To stop play, press ■. To stop play and open the compartment, press A.

Caution on adjusting volume

Do not turn up the volume while listening to a portion with very low level inputs or no audio signals. If you do, the speakers may be damaged when a peak level
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Label side up
To play more than one disc, place additional discs on the tray in the desired order.
OK»# I
Choose whether to play one disc (1 DISC) or all discs (ALL DISCS).

poweA II

Disc number appears
Disc No.
lise tray
portion is played.

To listen with the headphones

Connect the headphones and control the volume with PHONE LEVEL/LINE OUT LEVEL control or LINE OUT LEVEL buttons on the remote commander.
Notea
Disc memo (see page 24) appears in the display window during
the stop mode. If the disc memo is not stored, the disc number-such as “-K-DISC-I ■)(■”, is displayed.
• The tray number of an empty tray will be displayed untit the empty tray number is set to play. Once they are recognized empfy, they will disappear.
• *- NO DISC-’* is displayed when all trays are empty. You can put another title for “-NO DISC-" display. See page 24 for procedure.
• Place an empty tray in the front loading position, and put the disc in ft. If you insert the disc into a tray other than the one in the front the unit may not be able to find the disc. Be sure to use DISC SKIP to rotate to the next empty tray.
Notes on hanetUng tUees
To keep the disc clean, handle the disc by its edge. Do not
touch the surface.
• Do not stick paper or tape on the disc.
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When all selections of a disc are played, the circle on the tray number goes off.
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^ 1 ^
Music calender
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* Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat sources such
as hot air ducts, or leave ft in a car parked in direct sunlight as there can be a considerable rise in the temperature.
• After playing, store the disc in its case.
To play an (3-lneh) 8 cm CD
Place ft on the inner circle of the tray. If the disc is provided with
an adaptor, first remove ft. Do not put a normal CD (12 cm/ 5-inch) on top of an 8 cm CD.

Information Display

When you press £ OPEN/CLOSE or the disc tray itself to
close the tray, the total number of selections and the total playing time of the disc will be displayed after the disc memo or disc number is displayed.
If you press TIME/MEMO during play, the display changes
to give you the following information:
Q Elapsed playing time of the selection in the manner
you choose during the stop mode. It automatically displayed when play begins.
Q Remaining time in a selection. Selection numbers up
to 20 are also displayed at the bottom of the display window.
If the track number is larger than 20, “—.—appears insted of the remaining time display.
B Remaining time and remaining selections of the disc
(displayed only in the continue mode). When the time fade function is activated, remaining time and remaining selections until the fading out will be displayed.
B Disc memo or disc number.
Notes
Total remaining time is only available during continuous mode. It
‘ will not be displayed by pressing the TIME/MEMO button during
program, bank or shuffle mode.
• Total remaining time will be displayed, if time fade is set during
program, bank or shuffle.

Locating a Particular Selection

Locating a selection in sequence (Automatic Music Sensor)
You can locate the beginning of a selection on the disc being played.
DISC 1-5-
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‘DISC SKIP
.TRACK
buttons
(1-20)
To locate the beginning of the selection being played
To locate the beginning of
the next selection
Continue to press until the selection you wanted has been located.
Press Kd once.
Press once.
To locate directly___________________________________
Press one of the track buttons to enter the desired
selection number.
• H] to 03 on the main unit
To enter a number greater than 10, use the I >101 button.
• Q] to US) on the remote commander.
To enter a number greater than 20, use thel>20l button.
e.g. To play from selection No.22
Press r>l3fg|[2] or [¿13I11I11 •
To play from selection No.30
Press i>ioi[51fl3 or [¿i^SlQSl •
03 functions as the figure 0.
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Locating a Particular Point in a
Selection

Selecting a Desired Disc

By using the DISC selectors or the DISC SKIP button during play, you can locate the beginning of any disc.
To select a particular disc
To move to the disc tray next to the current one
Press the corresponding DISC 1 to 5 button.
Press DISC SKIP.
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You ceui locate a particular point in the disc during play.
To search quickly while monitoring the sound To go ahead at high speed
Keep pressed during play and release at the desired
point.
To go back at high speed
Keep •« pressed during paly and release at the desired point.
To search quickly by observing the display
Press II then keep ►► or ◄◄ pressed. The search
speed will increase, but there will be no sound. Find the desired point by observing the display.
Press ^ or II again at the desired point.
If you continue to press ►► or
If you continue to press once the end of the disc has been reached, OVER appears in the display window. Press or Md to return to the normal display.
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