Sony SCD-C333ES Operating Instruction

Super Audio CD Player

4-230-687-12(1)

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SCD-C333ES

 2000 Sony Corporation

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

For the customers in the United States

CAUTION

You are cautioned that any changes or modification not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. SCD-C333ES

Welcome!

Thank you for purchasing the Sony Super Audio CD Player. Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

About This Manual

The instructions in this manual are for model SCD-C333ES.

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 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.

The shielded interface cable recommended in this manual must be used with this equipment in order to comply with limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 FCC Rules.

Serial No. _________________________

The following caution label is located inside the unit.

For the customers in Canada

CAUTION

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS POLARIZED AC PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.

Conventions

• Instructions in this manual describe the controls on the player. You can also use the controls on the remote if they have the same or similar names as those on the player.

• The following icons are used in this manual:

Indicates that you can do the

task using the remote.

Indicates hints and tips for

making the task easier.

Features

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Playback of the Super Audio CD recorded in the DSD format

The DSD (Direct Stream Digital) format is the core technology of a Super Audio CD, allowing music reproduction that is extremely faithful to the original sound. The DSD format, using a 2.8224 MHz sampling frequency 64 times higher than that of a conventional CD, and the 1bit quantization, makes possible recording of more than four times the data information of the PCM format which is used for a conventional CD. Different from the PCM format which performs data decimation and interpolation via digital filters, the DSD format adopts the simple playback process. In other words, the A/D converted 1-bit digital signal only passes through an analog low-pass filter before playback. As a whole, the DSD format achieves both a wide frequency range of, theoretically, over 100 kHz, and a wide dynamic range across the audible frequency range resulting in high-quality music reproduction faithful to the original sound. To play back a Super Audio CD recorded in the DSD format with exceptional quality, the SCD-C333ES employs a newly developed DSD decoder and a D/A converter system, as well as a chassis and loading mechanism especially designed for this unit.

Playback of a conventional CD with higher quality

The SCD-C333ES can also play back a conventional CD with higher quality than a conventional CD player. To provide enhanced quality, the SCD-C333ES employs various advanced technologies. For example, a 24-bit precision variable coefficient (V.C.) digital filter is provided for CD playback (see page 20). By selecting one of five filters which have different cutoff characteristics, you can adjust the tone quality in accordance with the music source or your audio system.

Getting Started 4

Before You Start the Hookup 4 Hooking Up the Audio Components 5

Location and Functions of Parts 6

Front Panel Parts Descriptions 6 Rear Panel Parts Descriptions 8 Remote Parts Descriptions 9

Playing Discs 10

Compatible Disc Types 10 Playing a Disc 11 Using the Display 13 Replacing Discs While Playing a Disc 15 Locating a Specific Disc 15 Locating a Specific Track 16 Locating a Particular Point in a Track 16 Playing Tracks Repeatedly 17 Playing Tracks in Random Order (Shuffle Play) 18 Creating Your Own Program (Program Play) 19 Listening to a CD Using a Filter (Digital Filter

Function) 20

Storing Information About CDs 22

What You Can Do With the Disc Name 22 Labeling Discs (Disc Name) 23

Additional Information 25

Others

• A Super Audio CD can mark up to 255 track numbers. This feature applies to SCD-C333ES.

• The supplied remote is capable of controlling either the SCD-C333ES and a conventional Sony CD player.

Precautions 25 Notes on Discs 26 Troubleshooting 27 Specifications 27 Index 28

Getting

Before You Start the Hookup

Started

This chapter provides information on the supplied accessories and how to connect various audio components to the Super Audio CD player. Be sure to read this chapter thoroughly before you actually connect anything to the player.

Checking the supplied accessories

This player comes with the following items:

• Audio connecting cord

(phono jack × 2 y phono jack × 2) (1)

• Remote commander (remote) RM-SC300 (1)

• R06 (size-AA) batteries (2)

• CONTROL A1 cord (1)

Inserting batteries into the remote

Insert two R06 (size-AA) batteries into the battery compartment with the + and – correctly oriented to the markings. When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor

on the player.

When to replace the batteries

Under normal conditions, the batteries should last for about six months. When the remote no longer operates the player, replace both batteries with new ones.

Notes

• Do not leave the remote in an extremely hot or a humid place.

• Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing,

particularly when replacing the batteries.

• Do not use a new battery with an old one.

• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or lighting

apparatus. Doing so may cause a malfunction.

• If you do not intend to use the remote for an extended period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion.

Hooking Up the Audio Components

Connect the Super Audio CD player to an audio component. Be sure to turn off the power of all components before making connections and connect securely to prevent noise.

Connecting via ANALOG OUT jacks

Use an audio connecting cord for this connection. Be sure to match the colour-coded pin to the appropriate jacks: white (left) to white and red (right) to red.

Audio connecting cord (supplied)

White (L)

Red (R)

OUT

ANALOG

COAXIALOPTICAL

OUT

CONTROL

ΙΙ

DIGITAL CD

INPUT

Stereo amplifier, etc.

White (L)

Red (R)

Connecting via DIGITAL (CD) OUT OPTICAL connector

About the CONTROL A1 jack

If you have a Sony component with the CONTROL A1 (or

CONTROL A1) jack

Connect the component via the CONTROL A1 (or CONTROL A1) jack with a monaural (2P) mini-plug cord. You can simplify the operation of audio systems composed of separate Sony components. For details, refer to the supplementary “CONTROL A1 Control System” instructions.

When using another Sony CD player in conjunction with this

player

You can set the supplied remote to be effective on this player only.

• If the other player’s command mode can be set: Set the CD1/2 switch of this player’s remote to CD1 (factory setting), and set the other player’s remote to CD2.

• If the other player’s command mode cannot be set: Set the CD1/2 switch of this player’s remote to CD2. If you connect this player with another Sony CD player, you have to set the command mode of each player. To set the command mode of this player: 1 Press MENU. 2 Turn l AMS L to select “COMMAND MODE.” 3 Push l AMS L.

The current command mode appears.

4 Turn l AMS L to select CD1 or CD2, then push

l AMS L again.

Getting Started

Use an optical digital cable for this connection. When connecting the optical digital cable to the DIGITAL (CD) OUT OPTICAL connector, take the cap off the connectors and push the cable plugs in until they click into place. Be careful not to bend or twist the optical cable.

Optical digital cable (not supplied)

Note

Only the audio signals of conventional CDs can be output from the DIGITAL (CD) OUT connectors. Those of the Super Audio CD cannot be output through DIGITAL (CD) OUT.

Connecting via DIGITAL (CD) OUT COAXIAL connector

Use a coaxial digital cable to connect the audio components equipped with coaxial digital input connectors.

Coaxial digital cable (not supplied)

Note

Only the audio signals of conventional CDs can be output from the DIGITAL (CD) OUT connectors. Those of the Super Audio CD cannot be output through DIGITAL (CD) OUT.

Connecting the AC power cord

Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet.

Transporting the player

Before transporting the player, follow the procedure below to return the internal mechanisms back to their original position.

1 Remove all the discs from the disc tray.

2 Press A OPEN/CLOSE to close the disc tray.

“NO DISC” appears in the display.

3 Wait for 10 seconds, then press POWER to turn off

the player.

Location and Functions of Parts

This chapter tells you about the location and functions of the various buttons and controls on the front and rear panels and the supplied remote. Further details are provided on the pages indicated in parentheses. It also tells you about the information that appears in the display window.

Front Panel Parts Descriptions

1 POWER switch (11)

Press to turn on/off the player.

2 Remote sensor

3 DISC 1–5 button (12)

Press to select the disc.

4 SACD/CD button (with an LED) (10)

Each time you press the button while the Hybrid disc (page 11) is loaded, the layer changes between an HD layer (the LED turns on) and CD layer (the LED turns off).

5 Display window (13)

Shows various information.

6 N button (12)

Press to start play.

N indicator

Lights up during playback.

7 X button (12)

Press to pause play.

X indicator

Lights up during pause.

(4)

POWER

DISC 1

CONTINUE

DISC 2

SHUFFLE

DISC 3

PROGRAM

CHECK CLEAR

OPEN/CLOSE

LEVEL

PHONES

AMS

DISC SKIPEX-CHANGE

PUSH ENTER

MIN MAX

DISC 5

TIME/TEXT

SACD

DISC 4

Location and Functions of Parts

8 x button (12)

Press to stop play.

9 EX-CHANGE button (15)

Press to replace discs while playing a disc.

0 CHECK button (19)

Press to check the programmed order.

qa lAMSL dial (AMS: Automatic Music Sensor)

(12)

When you turn the lAMSL dial counterclockwise by one click, you go back to the preceding track; when you turn the lAMSL dial clockwise by one click, you go to the succeeding track.

qs CLEAR button (20)

Press to delete a programmed track number.

qd DISC SKIP button (11)

Press to select the disc.

qf PHONE LEVEL control

Adjust the headphones volume.

qg PHONES jack

Connect the headphones.

qh A OPEN/CLOSE button (11)

Press to open/close the disc tray.

qj Disc tray (11)

Press A OPEN/CLOSE to open/close the disc tray.

qk TIME/TEXT button (13)

Each time you press the button, the playing time of the track, the total remaining time on the disc, or TEXT information appears in the display.

ql MENU button (5)

Press to enter the menu.

w; PROGRAM button (19)

Press to select Program Play.

wa SHUFFLE button (18)

Press to select Shuffle Play.

w; CONTINUE button (12)

Press to resume normal play from Shuffle Play or Program Play.

Rear Panel Parts Descriptions

Location and Functions of Parts

OUT

ANALOG

COAXIALOPTICAL

OUT

DIGITAL (CD)

CONTROL

ΙΙ

1 ANALOG OUT jacks (5)

Connect to an audio component using the audio connecting cord.

2 DIGITAL (CD) OUT OPTICAL connector (5)

Connect to an audio component using an optical digital cable.

3 DIGITAL (CD) OUT COAXIAL connector (5)

Connect to an audio component using the coaxial digital cable.

4 CONTROL A1

jack (5)

Connect to the Sony audio component using the monaural (2P) mini-plug cord.

Note

Only the audio signals of the CD can be output from the DIGITAL (CD) OUT connectors shown in 2 and 3. Those of the Super Audio CD cannot be output through DIGITAL (CD) OUT.

Remote Parts Descriptions

1 CONTINUE button (12)

Press to resume normal play from Shuffle Play or Program Play.

SHUFFLE button (18)

Press to select Shuffle Play.

PROGRAM button (19)

Press to select Program Play.

2 DIGITAL FILTER button (20)

Press to select the digital filter type when a CD is played.

3 DISC/CAPS button (15, 23)

Press to select the disc. Press to select the capital letter.

4 Number buttons (15)

Press to enter the track numbers.

10 button (16)

Press to locate a track numbered over 10.

6 REPEAT button (17)

Press repeatedly to play all tracks or only one track on the disc.

7 NAME INPUT button (23)

Press to enter the name input mode.

8 H button (12)

Press to start play.

X button (12)

Press to pause play.

x button (12)

Press to stop play.

9 AMS ./> (AMS: Automatic Music Sensor)

buttons (16)

Press to locate a specific track.

0 m/M buttons (16)

Press to locate a portion you want to play within a track.

qf TIME/TEXT/SPACE button (13, 23)

Each time you press the button, the playing time of the track, the total remaining time on the disc, or TEXT information appears in the display. Press to insert a space.

qg ENTER button (23)

Press to decide the selection.

qh CLEAR button (19)

Press to delete a programmed track number.

qj CHECK button (19)

Press to check the programmed order.

qk SACD/CD button (10)

Each time you press the button while the Hybrid disc (page 11) is loaded, the layer changes between an HD layer (the SACD/CD LED turns on) and CD layer (the SACD/CD LED turns off).

CD1

CD2

PLAY MODE

CONTINUE SHUFFLE

DIGITAL

FILTER

DISC

CAPS

DISPLAY

MODE

TIME/TEXT

SPACE

ABC DEF&,!,?

PROGRAM

123

JKL MNOGHI

456

TUV WXYZPQRS

>10 ENTER

REPEAT CHECK

NAME INPUT

10/0

CLEAR

SACD/CD

Location and Functions of Parts

qa DISC SKIP +/– buttons (11)

Press to select the disc.

qs CD1/2 (COMMAND MODE) switch (5)

Select the command mode.

qd DISPLAY MODE button (13)

Press to turn off the information.

AMS

DISC SKIP

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