Sony Discman D-32 User manual

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COMPACT
Compact Disc Compact Player OSE:
-32/33/34/36
Operating ‘instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual
thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
Owner’s Record
The model number and the serial number are located
at the bottom. Record the model and serial numbers
in the spaces provided below. Refer to these
numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer
regarding this product.
Model No. Serial No.
MEGA BASS
Discman
Sony Corporation ©1992 Printed in Japan

ower Sources
Using Batteries
Install four size AA (LR6) alkaline batteries.
Approximately 8 hours of disc playing is possible.
Close the battery compartment lid firmly.
Note
The
indication
appears
on
the
display
window
when
the
unit
is
operated.
The
indication
flashes
when
the
batteries
become
weak
and
the
operation
automatically
stops.
In
this
case,
replace
all
the
batteries
with
new
ones
{t
also
blinks
when
you
press
®
ff
or
@,
or
when
the
player
gets
a
shock.
Notes on batteries
¢ Insert the batteries with correct polarity.
¢ Do not use old batteries with new ones or different types of batteries together.
You cannot charge the battery.
elf the electrolyte inside the battery should come into contact, wash the
contaminated parts in the battery box with a cloth and replace the old batteries
with new ones,
When the batteries are not used for a long period of time, remove them.
When operating the unit on house current or car battery, if the AC power adaptor
or car battery cord is disconnected from the OC IN 9V jack, the unit stops its
operation even when the batteries are installed to prevent undue battery
consumption. To continue operation, press the operation button again
Using on House Current
CD player
to a wall outlet
AC power adaptor (supplied)
When the player is not used, be sure to disconnect the AC power adaptor from
the unit and from a wall outlet.
Note on the AC power adaptor
Use only the supplied AC power adaptor or optional Sony AC
power adaptor AC-E6M or AC-E90M.
Never use any other adaptors manufactured by Sony
because the polarity of the supplied adaptor is opposite of
the conventional adaptors. Do not use the supplied AC
power adaptor for other “‘Discman’’ CD compact players with
DC IN 9 V jack, nor the optional AC power adaptor such as Polarity of the plug
the AC-D6M (Unified polarity type)
The unit may become warm
The bottom of the unit may be warm during operation, which is normal. If it is
unusually warm, disconnect the AC power adaptor and consult your Sony dealer
If the battery compartment lid is removed
Repiace it by pushing both sides in the numbered order as shown

unit after setting the disc
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jPush here disc
4
Push the disc gently until it clicks so that the disc
4 fits into the pivot, black portion. Close the lid of the
Notes
* if you press PAl with the disc inserted upside down, the
indication “00" appears in the display window, and the sound
does nal come out. Press Ml to stop the disc playing and
reinsert the disc with the label surface up.
© To play an 8 cm (3-inch) disc, you can play it without an
adaptor
Other operations
Ba geeaa ert 3s,
' Operation | Button to be pressed
b ae 5 ped aed ae See PR eee ee
' To pause Pi
To release the pause mode >i
| To stop a
When you press M, disc playing stops and the power is turned
ott automatically.
To remove the Disc
Pick up the disc, holding the edge, while pressing the
pivot gently as illustrated.
To emphasize the bass sounds (only when using ©
headphones)
Set the BASS BOOST switch
according to ihneamusic. Fhe
bass sound is emphasized so
thal you can enjoy heavy and
dynamic sound
Note
The bass boost function may
be reduced depending on the
recording level or VOLUME
control setting.
BASS NORM MID MAX
Boost tar
~ ony
On Display Window |
On time counter
When you press ml,
total selection number of the
disc and then the total playing
time appear.
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Total selection Total playing
number time
During the play
The track number and the
elapsed playing time of the
current selection appear
1 min. 17 sec. has elapsed
from the beginning of the
fifth selection
During the pause
The elapsed playing time of the
current point flashes
.
Pause mode at Ihe point 1
min. 17 sec from the
beginning of the fifth
selection
Between the selections
The time to the beginning of
the next selection appears.
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top U uuu
2 sec. to the beginning of
the 3d selection
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Connect stereo
headphones.
3 Press mI.
4 Adjust VOLUME. |
To resume the disc play
from the point where
you last stopped the play (Resume play mode)
You can tesume the disc play from the point The positions of the HOLD/RESUME switch
where you last pressed @. Tc enter this
mode, se! the HOLD/RESUME switch to the
ast. and. 3rd.
(left) _ (center) : (right)
center orthe right position. The resume
function can be performed in any operation |
made. (Refer to the table shown in the right.)
You can hold the disc play locking the L
buttons tc prevent them from being
accidentally depressed. To enter this mode,
set the HOLD/RESUME switch to the right
position
Note on ihe disptay window while the disc is playing
Resume
Hold OFF — OFF — ON |
|
Play mode |
OFF — ON — ON
HOLD —™e
RESUME OFF FT ON
CUD
ROLD/RESUME switch
When the disc play starts
| The display window changes as follows
Resume play nna
moje OFF iodine
Total selection number
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L
Stopped selection number
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|
Trac STEP SEC
Resume play
mcde ON
Notes
«We recummend you to install the batteries
for the 1esume play. The memory of the
stopped point will be maintained by the
batteries even if you remove the car battery
cord or AC power adaptor, or set the
ignition key to the off position
TACK STEPum TSEC
Total playing time
TAAGK STEPRON SEC
co ey
i
A Are
uc cas.
Tanck “Stepan” ec
* The memory of the slopped point ts canceled if
you open the lid after pressing @. After the
memory is canceled, play starts from the first
selection of the disc
To locate the beginning
of the current selection
AMS/SEARCH
o
Press once.
Locating a
particular selection
(AMS*)
To locate the beginning
of the next selection
AMS/SEARCH
.
Press once
To go back at high speed
AMS/SEARCH
Locating a
particular point in a
selection (SEARCH)
Keep pressing
L aoe es
To go ahead at high speed
AMS/SEARCH
Keep pressing
* AMS is tne abbreviation of Automatic Music Sensor
Notes on the AMS function
* The player pauses at the beginning of the
located selection when you press Ke or
PP in the pause mode.
e@Each time you press i<@<@, Ine player
locates the previous selection. Each time
you press pt, the player locates the next
selectiors and stops ai the last selection
* During 'he programmed play, AMS
operales in the programmed order.
Note on the SEARCH function
While searching, the elapsed playing time
appears in the display window
What is this indication?
if you continuously press BAI al the end of
the disc. _{_{ may appear. To return to the
selection number indication, press Hed.
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arious Playing Modes
i [ REPEATENTER |
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To play repeatedly, press eee button.
“REPEAT” appears in the display window.
Press again to cancel the repeat play.
To change the mode, press the PLAY MODE button during
play. The current mode appears in the display window.
REPEAT/ENTER button is not pressed. REPEAT/ENTER button is pressed.
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| Display window Play mode _ Display window Play mode
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Normal play Repeats the whole disc.
' Playing the whole disc once and stops RErEN
go ap oie eh
rere . —_ SSS es INTRO play i - Plays the first ten seconds of all the
a ee Playing the first about ten seconds of all | Bere selections again and again.
i | ae the selections. i
' ili nom i are) Mapes
per TH To start playing Press ®P1 again to listen to the selection
may noe eS Press: Pa. to the end
% > | |_ “INTRO” stops flashing and piaying starts
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ff
Playing
a
single
selection
—~
{
——
|=.
=
*
Plays
a
single
selection
repeatedly
: hep, , Plays one selection and stops at the ores !
eee ‘MODE 1
oi end of the selection
PLAY MODE | —— i
: a ae Shuffle play Plays the selection in a random order
SHUFFLE Plays the whole selection in a random REPEAT SHUFFLE repeatedly.
‘ ‘ ! order. Shuffle play starts from the next
ae arr ee selection. = = les
: Program play (RMS)* ! : Plays the selections in the desired order
: Playing in the desired order | AMS. repeatedly.
: a weds Saas Go SIE A re Bees ees
_To start the program play
renee 1 ‘Press K€ or PPI to select the 12 Piess REPEAT/ENTER i |3 Repeat the steps 1 and 2 (up to
desired selection 22 selections).
* | i] =
; Flashes RMS GS me i Flashes i4 Press the PPI of the unit.
os ! RMS" indication stops tiashing and
Truck No of the The first The 2nd (next) selection ' play starts
___ desired selection selection 1 _ cette a, Seat 2 oa
- RMS 1s the abbreviation of If another selection is memorized after 22 selections have been memorized
Random Music Sensor i The first ‘Selection will be cleared and the new one will be memorized in its place
See Saree
Ouring shuftie play
To locate the beginning of the selection being played: Press H+
To locate the. next selection: Press PPL
You cannot locate a previous selection even if you keep Kd depressed
Note on Mount Plate CPM-200P
The unit uses the plug of EIAJ standard polarity to DC output 9 V. When you use
CPM-200P. consult your Sony dealer
You can listen to the CD player through a car cassette deck by using the
Sony CPA-2/CPA-3 car connecting pack and the CPM-203P car mount plate
(The Sony CPM-200A plate arm will facititale attaching the mount plate to a
car} Recommended accessories for listening in a car (not supplied}
Car connecting pack CPA-2/CPA-3 CPM-200A plate arm
(not supplied) 2 CPM-203P mount plate
aT to a car PM-
O-oO | w cassettel CPM-203PK car mount arm (plate arm and mount plate)
deck
Using the battery cord
Use the car battery cord DCC-E190M/DCC-E50
to OC IN QV
‘Connecting with Other Equipment
. You can listen to the CD player through speakers, or record ils sound.
lo a cigarette tighter t
socket (12V car battery)
A
Mount plate N -(H___ a
__ CPM: 203P (not supplied)
i
For monitoring through speakers and for recording
to LINE IN
Amplifier
CD
player
Cassette
deck
s
Radio cassette-recorder
Plate arm CPM-200A
{not supplied)
Supplied connecting cord
Do not put the unit on a dashboard nor leave it in a car parked in sunlight since
a or RK-G129 (not supplied)
the
temperature
m
|
Forrecording
:
to
LINE
OUT
ralur a K
npe ane nay se @ cessive ly. ae ravie
For details, refer to the instruction manuai of each product. Cassette-recorder =
RK-G134 (not supplied)
When you turn off the engine
When the alkaline batteries are inserted in the unit, the unit stops operation when
you turn off the engine of the car. (Switched ignition function)
This function is not available with every model of the car. If not, press the Ml button Notes on connection
.
to stop operation
Turn off the amplifier before making connections.
Notes
on
connecting
with
the
car
battery
*
Piug
in
the
white
plug
to
the
L
(left
channel)
jack.
and
the red
plug
to
the
R
(right
When disconnecting the unit from the cigarette lighter socket (or from the AC channel) jack F ‘ -
power
adaptor),
the
power
source
shuts
down
in
order
to
save
battery
©
Be
sure
to
insert
the
cable
connectors
firmly
into
the
jacks.
Loose
connections
consumption.
may
cause
hum
and
noise:
©
Unplug
the
unit
from
the
cigarette
lighter
socket
when
it
is
not
being
used
©
Be
sure
not
to
connect
the
CD
player
to
the
PHONO
input
jack
of
the
amplitier.
Otherwise,
it
may drain the
car
battery.
elf
the
CD
player
causes
interference to
radio
and
television
reception,
turn
off
the
® Any connection other than the CPA-2/CPA-3 may cause noise. Some cassette decks player or move the player away from the receiver.
may not accept the CPA-2/CPA-3
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Maintenance
Cleaning the Casing
Clean the casing with a soft cloth slightly moistened with water or mild detergent
solution. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as
alcohol or benzine as they may mar the finish of the casing.
Cleaning the Lens
If you have accidentally touched the lens with a dirty finger or if the dust on the lens
Prevents the unit from operating properly, open the disc compartment lid and clean
the lens.
To remove dust
Blow on the lens a few times with a commercially available blower, brush the dust
away in the direction of the arrow, then blow on the lens again
If the lens is still dirty after you have followed the above instructions and the unit still
does not function properly, please consult your nearest Sony dealer
Notes on Compact Discs
Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air ducts, nor
leave it in a car parked in direct sunlight as there can be a considerable rise in the
temperature inside the car.
Before playing, clean the disc with the
cleaning cloth (not supplied). Wipe the
disc from the center out.
Do not use solvents such as benzine,
thinner, commercially available cleaners
or anti-static spray intended for analog
discs.
After playing, store the disc in its case.
This way Not this way Not this way |
Handle the disc by its edge. Do not touch the surtace Oo not stick paper to tape
nor write anything on the
surface
Cleaning the Headphones Plug
Keep the plug of your headphones clean to obtain the optimum sound. Wipe it with a
dry, soft cloth.

Melee
ei
MOM
aAae
me
meeiicel
Lens:
The laser beam is emitted from this
Point to pick-up signal on the disc.
Dispiay window.
PLAY MODE button
REPEAT/ENTER
button
HOLD/RESUME
switch
BASS BOOST switch
@ (stop) button
LINE OUT jack
(stereo minijack)
OC IN 9V (external
power input) jack
Disc window
Hed p >i (AMS*
/SEARCH) buttons
PHONES (headphones)
jack (stereo minijack)
ii (play/pause) button
VOLUME contro! (for
headphones listening)
“AMS is an abbreviation for Automatic Music Sensor.
Specifications
CD section
System
Laser diode properties
D-A conversion
Error correction
Frequency response
Output (at 9V input level)
General
Power requirements
Power consumption
Compact disc digital audio system
Material: GaAlAs
Wavelength: \ = 780 nm
Emission duration: Continuous
Laser output: Less than 44.6 uW (This output is the
value measured at a distance of 200 mm from the
objective lens surface on the Optical Pick-up Block.)
16-bit linear 8fs digital filter (D-32, D-33)
41-bit quartz time axis control (0-34, D-36)
Sony Super Strategy Cross Interieave Read Solomon
Code (0-32, D-33)
Cross Interleave Read Solomon Code (D-34, D-36)
20-20,000 Hz *}3 dB
(measured by EIAJ CP-307)
Line output (stereo minijack)
Output level 1 V rms at 47 kilohms (0-32, D-33)
Output level 0.54 V rms at 47 kilohms (D-34, 0-36)
Load impedance over 10 kilohms
Headphones (stereo minijack)
5 mW + SmW at 162
Supplied:
DC IN 9V jack accepts the Sony AC power adaptor
for use on:
120V AC, 60Hz in the USA
240V AC, 50Hz in the United Kingdom/Australia
Optional:
© DC IN 9V accepts the Sony CPM-203P mount
plate and CPM-200A plate arm for use on 12V car
battery.
* OC 6V, four size AA (LR6) alkaline batteries
1.2W DC

Precautions . |
On safety
e@ As the laser beam used in this compact disc player is harmtul to the eyes, do not
attempt 1o disassemble the casing. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
* Do not put anything in the safety slot inside the disc compartment. !f you do,
the laser beam may come out when the lid is opened.
* The lens on the disc table should be kept clean. Do not touch the lens or poke at
it. if you do, the lens may be damaged and the player will not operate properly.
© When the unit is used with the AC power adaptor, do not wrap the unit in a cloth,
blanket, etc. if you do so, the temperature inside and outside the unit may rise
considerably, resulting in malfunctioning of the unit or serious accidents.
® Should any solid object or liquid fall into the player, disconnect the power source
and have the player checked by qualified personne! before operating it any further.
© Do not put anything in the DC IN 9V (external power input) jack.
When the unit will not be used for a long time. be sure to remove the batteries, or
disconnect the AC power adaptor or mount plate from the unit. To remove the AC
power adaptor from the wall outlet, grasp the adaptor itself; never pull it by the cord.
On power sources
* Use batteries, nouse current, or a car battery.
* For AC operation: Use the AC power adaptor suppiied with this player. Do not use
any other AC power adaptor as it may cause malfunction.
* For car battery operation. Use the optional car mount arm CPM-203PK (or mount
plate CPM-203P) and car connecting pack CPA-2/CPA-3.
On operation
Since the CD system offers a wide dynamic range, the peaks of the high tevel 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.
lf you do, the speakers may be damaged when a peak level portion is played.
On installation
Never put the unit:
—~ near heat sources such as radiators or airducts
— in direct sunlight.
— exposed excessive dust
— exposed moisture or rain
— exposed mechanical vibration or shock
— in an inclined position.
¢ lf the player is brought directly from a cold location to a warm location, or is placed
in a very damp room, moisture may condense on the lens inside the player. Should
this occur, the player will not operate. In this case, remove the disc and leave the
player in a warm place for several hours until the moisture evaporates.
© For the unit to operate at its besi, it should not be subjected to temperatures below
5°C (41°F) or above 35°C (95°F)
If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit. please contact your
nearest Sony dealer
Dimensions Approx. 137 x 35 x 155.3 mm(5'/2 « 17/16 « 6'/e in.)
{wi/h/d) incl. projecting parts and controls
Weight Approx. 410 g (14.5 02.) net
Approx. 505 g (18 02.) incl. batteries
Supplied accessories AC power adaptor (1)
Connecting cord
(phono plug x 2 + stereo miniplug x 1) (1)
Stereo headphones (1)
Design and specifications subject to change without notice
rc
Optional accessories
Plate arm CPM-200A
Mount plate CPM-203P
Car mount arm CPM-203PK
Car connecting pack CPA-2/CPA-3
Car battery cord DCC-E190M/DCC-E50
Active speaker system SRS-58
Your dealer may not handie some of the above listed accessories. Please ask the
dealer for detailed information about the accessories in your country.
Note
This appliance conforms with EEC Directive 87/308/EEC regarding interference
suppression.
ay

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.
For the Customers in the United States
INFORMATION
This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and
used properly, that ts, 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 8 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 residentiai installation. However
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a paritcular instaltation. 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
Reonent 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 heipful
“How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems". This booklet is
available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington. OC 20402. Stock No
004-000-00345-4
_ CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard
For the Customers in the United Kingdom
This Compact Disc player is classified as a
CLASS 1 Laser product
The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT label ts located
on the bottom exterior
CLASS t LASER PRODUCT
LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE
KLASS 1 LASERAPPARAT
Important
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code
Blue: Neutral
Brown: Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond
with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your piug, proceed as follows
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the terminal which is marked
with the letter N or toloured*black. The wire which is coloured brown must be
connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red. Do not
connect either wire to the earth terminal in the plug which is marked by the letter E or
by the safety earth symbol -L or coloured green or green-and-yellow
[— ————— Notes on Headphones —————~
{ Road safety
Do not use headphones while driving, cycling, or operating any motorized vehicle
il may create a traffic hazard and is illegal in many areas. It can also be
potentially dangerous to play your headsets at hign volume while walking,
especially at pedestrian crossings. You should exercise extreme Caution or
discontinue use tn potentially hazardous situalions
Preventing hearing damage - -
Avoid using headphones at high volume. Hearing experts advise against
continuous, loud and extended play. If you experience a ringing in your ears,
reduce volume or discontinue use
Caring for others
Keep the volume at a moderate ievel. This will allow you to hear outside sounds
and to be considerate of the people around you
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‘About This Manual
This manual includes information on four models: the D-32, D-33, D-34 and D-36.
First, refer to the model name indicated on the top pane! and check what your model
is. Any differences in operation of the four models are clearly indicated in the text, for
example, ‘‘D-33 only’. However note that the illustrations used in this manual are
those of the D-33
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Should any problem persist after you have made the following checks, consult your
nearest Sony service facility.
Symptom
Cause and/or solution
Disc play does not start.
The disc is inserted upside down or
incorrectly > Insert the disc correctly with the
label surface up.
Dusty or defective disc.
Dirty or dusty lens.
The disc compartment lid is not closed.
Moisture condensation. ~ Leave the player in a
warm place until the moisture evaporates.
The AC power adaptor is not plugged into the
wall outlet.
The cord of the mount plate (not supplied) is not
firmly connected to a cigarette lighter socket.
The unit is not placed on a level surface.
The disc is incorrectly inserted.
The HOLD/RESUME switch is set to the right
position.
No sound from the
headphones.
The headphones plug is not firmly connected to
the PHONES jack.
Adjust the VOLUME confrol.
Dirty plug.
No sound from the
connected speakers.
Dirty or defective disc.
The amplifier is not turned on.
Skipping of sound
Dirty or defective disc.
Dirty lens.
Strong vibration.