Sony CDP-CX230 - Compact Disc Changer User manual

3-865-665-21 (1)
1999 by Sony Corporation
CDP-CX230
Compact Disc
Player
GB
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Operating Instructions
Mode d’emploi
Manual de instrucciones

2GB
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.
Do not install the appliance in
a confined space, such as a
bookcase or built-in cabinet.
Welcome!
Thank you for purchasing the Sony
Compact Disc 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 CDP-CX230.
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.
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.
This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1
LASER product.
The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
MARKING is located on the rear
exterior.
The laser component in this product
is capable of emitting radiation
exceeding the limit for Class 1.
This equipment is intended for home
entertainment purposes only. The
warranty shall be invalidated if used
in commercial environments, such as
by disc jockeys, etc., even within the
Warranty Period.
WARNING
To prevent shock hazard, do not insert
the plug cut off from the mains lead into
a socket outlet. This plug cannot be used
and should be destroyed.

3GB
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Getting Started
Unpacking............................................................................................................................ 4
Hooking Up the System ..................................................................................................... 4
Inserting CDs ....................................................................................................................... 6
Playing a CD ............................................................................................................................ 8
Playing CDs
Using the Display ............................................................................................................. 10
Locating a Specific Disc ................................................................................................... 11
Specifying the Next Disc to Play .................................................................................... 13
Locating a Specific Track or a Point in a Track ............................................................ 13
Playing Repeatedly ........................................................................................................... 14
Playing in Random Order (Shuffle Play) ...................................................................... 14
Creating Your Own Program (Program Play) .............................................................. 15
Storing Information About CDs (Custom Files)
What You Can Do With the Custom Files .................................................................... 18
Labeling Discs (Disc Memo)............................................................................................ 18
Storing Specific Tracks (Delete Bank) ............................................................................ 21
Grouping Discs (Group File) ........................................................................................... 21
Additional Information
Precautions ........................................................................................................................ 24
Notes on CDs ..................................................................................................................... 24
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................ 25
Specifications ..................................................................................................................... 25
Index.......................................................................................................................................... 26

Getting Started
4GB
Getting Started
Hooking Up the System
Overview
This section describes how to hook up the CD player to
an amplifier. Be sure to turn off the power of each
component before making the connections.
Unpacking
Check that you received the following items:
• Audio cord (1)
• Monaural (2P) mini-plug cord (1) (Connecting cord
for CONTROL A1) (supplied for Canadian models
only)
• Remote commander (remote) (1)
• R6 (size AA) batteries (2)
• CD booklet holders (2) and label (1)
How to use the CD booklet holder
The CD booklet holder helps you locate the disc easily.
After you have inserted discs into the player, you can put
the CD booklet (which comes with a CD) into the
supplied holder. Put two CD booklets facing back to back
into a pocket. Stick the number label on each pocket,
matching the number of the disc slot where you have
inserted the disc. You can put up to 200 CD booklets into
the holders.
Inserting batteries into the remote
You can control the player using the supplied remote.
Insert two R6 (size AA) batteries by matching the +
and – on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery
compartment.
Insert the negative (–) end first, then push in and down
until the positive (+) end clicks into position.
When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor g
on the player.
What cords will I need?
Audio cord (1) (supplied)
White
(L)
Red
(R)
White
(L)
Red
(R)
When to replace batteries
With normal use, the batteries should last for about six
months. When the remote no longer operates the player,
replace all the batteries with new ones.
Notes
• Do not leave the remote near an extremely hot or humid
place.
• Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing,
particularly when replacing the batteries.
• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or
lighting apparatuses. Doing so may cause a malfunction.
• If you do not use the remote for an extended period of time,
remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery
leakage and corrosion.
CD player
DIGITAL OUT
(OPTICAL)
COMMAND
MODE
S-LINK/
CONTROL A1
Amplifier
To line output (L) To line output (R)
To an AC outlet
: Signal flow
To audio input
To an AC outlet

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Hookups
When connecting the audio cord, be sure to match the
color-coded cord to the appropriate jacks on the
components: Red (right) to Red and White (left) to
White. Be sure to make connections firmly to avoid
hum and noise.
CD player Amplifier
• If you have a digital component such as a digital
amplifier, D/A converter, DAT or MD
Connect the component via the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)
connector using an optical cable (not supplied). Take off the
cap and plug in the optical cable.
POC-15
Optical cable (not supplied)
CD player Digital component
Note
When you connect via the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)
connector, noise may occur when you play CD software
other than music, such as a CD-ROM.
If you have a Sony component with the CONTROL A1
jack
Connect the component via the CONTROL A1 jack. You
can simplify the operation of audio systems composed of
separate Sony components. For details, refer to the
supplementary “S-LinkTM/CONTROL-A1 Control
System” instructions.
When using another Sony CD player together with
this player
You can make the supplied remote effective only for this
player.
• When using the player equipped with the
COMMAND MODE selector:
Set the COMMAND MODE selector of this player to
CD 1 and that of another player to CD 2 or CD 3. Then
set the CD 1/2/3 switch on the remote supplied for
each player accordingly.
• When using the player not equipped with the
COMMAND MODE selector:
The command mode of the player without the
COMMAND MODE selector is set to CD 1. Set the
COMMAND MODE selector of this player to CD 2,
and set the CD 1/2/3 switch on the remote to CD 2.
Setting the voltage selector (voltage
selector equipped models only)
Check that the voltage selector on the rear panel of the
player is set to the local power line voltage. If not, set
the selector to the correct position using a screwdriver
before connecting the AC power cord to a wall outlet.
Connecting the AC power cord
Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet.
Note on placement
Be sure to place the player on a horizontal place.
If the player is slanted, it may cause malfunction or
damage the player.
220 - 240 V110 - 120 V
DIGITAL OUT
OPTICAL
DIGITAL INPUT
OPTICAL
LINE OUT
L
R
INPUT
CD
L
R

Getting Started
6GB
Inserting CDs
You can insert up to 200 discs into this player.
I/u§OPEN/CLOSE JOG
1Press I/uto turn on the player.
2Open the front cover by pressing §OPEN/
CLOSE.
Rotary table
Loading position
Playing position
Disc slot at the loading position
Disc number
The disc number at the loading position appears in
the display.* If the disc has the Disc Memo (see
page 18), the Disc Memo appears instead of the
disc number. As you turn the JOG dial, the disc
number or the Disc Memo changes.
Disc number or the Disc Memo
You can classify discs into eight groups by using
the Group File function. This feature lets you easily
find the disc you want to play. For details, see
“Grouping Discs” on page 21.
* If you have already inserted discs, the disc number at
the playing position appears. When you turn the JOG
dial, the displayed disc number changes to the one at
the loading position.
ALL
*DISC-20*
DISCS
CD1
02
DISC
3Turn the JOG dial until you find the disc slot
where you want to insert a disc, while checking the
disc number (written beside every slot and also
indicated in the display).

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7GB
The rotary table turns and the disc slot at the
loading position is set to the playing position.
Always close the front cover except when you
insert or remove discs.
5Repeat Steps 3 and 4 to insert more discs.
6Close the front cover by pressing §OPEN/
CLOSE.
With the label side
facing right
After inserting the disc, you can input the original
disc titles instead of the disc numbers (see
“Labeling Discs” on page 18) to locate it easily
when you start playing.
4Insert a disc with the label side facing right.
ALL DISCS
CD1
20
DISC
SONYHITS
The supplied CD booklet holders help you locate a
disc
You can store up to 200 CD booklets. Insert a booklet and
stick the number label on the film of a pocket and the
booklet so that you can locate the disc easily.
Notes
•Do not insert an empty 8 cm (3-inch) CD adaptor (CSA-8). It
may damage the player.
• Do not attach anything such as seals or sleeves to CDs. It
may damage the player or the disc.
• If you drop a disc into the player and the CD won’t go
into the slot correctly, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
• When transporting the player, remove all discs from the
player.
• Make sure you have inserted the disc into each slot at a
right angle to the rotary table. If the disc is not put in
straight, it may damage the player or the disc.
• Make sure the rotary table comes to a complete stop
before inserting or removing discs.
The front panel closes automatically when you press
·. Be careful not to put your hand into the player after
pressing ·otherwise your hand may be caught in the
front panel.
Removing CDs
After following Steps 1 to 3 of “Inserting CDs” on page
6, remove the discs. Then close the front cover.

Basic Operations
8GB
Playing a CD
23
1
2
•See pages 4 – 5 for the hookup
information.
•Make sure you have inserted the
discs correctly as indicated on
pages 6 – 7.
•You can play all the tracks on a
disc in the original order
(Continuous Play). You can also
play up to 200 discs
consecutively.
You can turn on the player
by pressing I/uon the
remote Z
Turn on the amplifier and select the CD player position.
Press I/uto turn on the player.
Press CONTINUE to select ALL DISCS or 1␣ DISC Continuous
Play mode.
Each time you press CONTINUE, “ALL DISCS” or “1␣ DISC”
appears in the display.
3
When you select
ALL DISCS
1 DISC
The player plays
All discs in the player consecutively in the order of
disc number. Empty disc slots are skipped.
Only one disc you have selected
Turn the JOG dial until the disc number or the Disc Memo (see
page 18) you want appears in the display to select the first disc
(ALL DISCS) or the disc you want (1␣ DISC).
4
4/5
ALL DISCS
CD1
20
DISC
*DISC-20*
5
STANDBY
I/ u
CONTINUE
GROUP 1
GROUP 5
SHUFFLE
GROUP 2
GROUP 6
PROGRAM
GROUP 3
GROUP 7
REPEAT
GROUP 4
GROUP 8
TIME/TEXT
GROUP FILE
MEMO SEARCH
INPUT
DISC/CHARACTER
PUSH ENTER
OPEN/CLOSE
AMS
CHECK CLEAR

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Basic Operations
Basic Operations
9GB
5Push the JOG dial or press ·to start playing.
The selected disc is set to the playing position, and the player
plays all the discs from the selected one (ALL DISCS) or all the
tracks once (1␣ DISC).
Adjust the volume on the amplifier.
To stop playback
Press p.
When you turn off the player
The player remembers the
last playing disc and the
play mode (Continuous,
Shuffle (see page 14) or
Program (see page 15)).
When you turn on the
player again, therefore, the
player plays the same disc in
the same play mode.
§OPEN/CLOSE
≠/±
·P p
To
Pause
Resume playing after pause
Go to the next disc
Go back to the preceding disc
Go to the next track
Go back to the preceding track
Stop playing and remove the disc
You need to
Press P
Press Por ·
Press DISC SKIP + once.
Hold down the button to skip discs.
Press DISC SKIP – once.
Hold down the button to skip discs.
Press ±
Press ≠
Press §OPEN/CLOSE
JOG
STANDBY
CONTINUE
GROUP 1
GROUP 5
SHUFFLE
GROUP 2
GROUP 6
PROGRAM
GROUP 3
GROUP 7
REPEAT
GROUP 4
GROUP 8
TIME/TEXT
GROUP FILE
MEMO SEARCH
INPUT
DISC/CHARACTER
PUSH ENTER
OPEN/CLOSE
AMS
CHECK CLEAR

Playing CDs
10GB
Playing CDs
Using the Display
You can check information about the disc using the
display.
p
JOG
TIME/TEXT
Checking the total number and playing
time of the tracks
Select the disc you want to check, and push the JOG
dial in the Continuous Play mode. As the player starts
play automatically, press pto stop, and then
TIME/TEXT.
The display shows the current disc number, total
number of tracks, and total playing time of the disc.
When you want to check another disc
Press DISC SKIP on the remote in the stop mode to select
the disc you want to check. The total number of tracks
and the total playing time of the selected disc appear for
a while.
Current disc number
Total number of tracks Total playing time
Display information while playing a disc
While playing a disc, the display shows the current disc
number, track number, playing time of the track and
the next disc number.
Current disc number Next disc number
Current track number Playing time of the track
TIME/TEXT
HIGH-LIGHT
ALL DISCS
CD TEXT CD1
DISC
SONYHITS
ALL DISCS
CD1
20
DISC TRACK MIN SEC
20 10 60.48
ALL DISCS
NEXT
DISC
CD1
83
DISC TRACK MIN SEC
20 1 0.28
Checking the information of CD TEXT discs
CD TEXT discs have information, such as the disc titles
or artist names, memorised in a blank space on the
discs where, on normal discs, there is no information.
The display shows the CD TEXT information of the
disc so that you can check the current disc title, artist
name and track title. When the player detects CD TEXT
discs, the “CD TEXT” indication appears in the
display. If your CD TEXT disc has multi language
capacity, “MULTI CD TEXT” indication appears in the
display. If you want to check the information in
another language, refer to “Selecting the language of
the CD TEXT information” on page 11.
Display information before you start playing
The display shows the disc title. When you press
TIME/TEXT, the artist name scrolls in the display. If
you press TIME/TEXT again, the display shows the
current disc number, total number of tracks and total
playing time of the disc momentarily. Then the display
shows the disc title again.
INPUT