Notes on cassettesTape PlayerEnglishInformationOwner's Record
PrecautionsY Break off the cassette tab from side A or BTroubleshootingSpecificationsFor customers in the USAThe model number is located at the bottom and
The tape does not move when you
to prevent accidental recording. If youThis equipment has been tested and found tothe serial number is located in the battery
press an operation button.WARNING
want to reuse the tape for recording, covercompartment.
On safetyGeneralY Close the cassette compartment securely.AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONScomply with the limits for a Class B digitalRecord the serial number in the space provided
the broken tab with adhesive tape.device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Y As the laser beam used in the CD playerPOWER OUTPUT AND TOTALThe REC z button does not functionTo prevent fire or shock hazard, dobelow. Refer to them whenever you call upon
The power does not come on.These limits are designed to provide reasonable
section is harmful to the eyes, do notHARMONIC DISTORTIONyour Sony dealer regarding this product.
Y Make sure the batteries are inserted correctly.or the tape does not play or record.not expose the player to rain orprotection against harmful interference in a
attempt to disassemble the casing. ReferWith 3.2-ohm loads, both channels drivenY Make sure the safety tab on the cassette is inresidential installation. This equipmentModel No. CFD-S250
Side AY Replace all the batteries with new ones if theyfrom 150 - 6,300 Hz; rated 1.8 W permoisture.
servicing to qualified personnel only.are weak.place.generates, uses and can radiate radio frequencySerial No.
channel-minimum RMS power, with no
Y Should any solid object or liquid fall intoPoor or distorted playback, recordingY You cannot turn on the player with the remoteenergy and, if not installed and used in
more than 10 % total harmonic distortion
the player, unplug the player, and have itor erasing quality.in AC operation.when you operate the player on batteries.accordance with the instructions, may causeFor customers in the USA
checked by qualified personnel beforeY Clean the heads, pinch roller and capstan withCD RadioThe power is not on, and "bAttErY"harmful interference to radio communications.Please register this product on line at
Tab for side AHowever, there is no guarantee that interference
operating it any further.a cleaning swab slightly moistened withOther specificationshttp://www.sony.com/productregistration.
Tab for side Band OError� are displayed alternately.will not occur in a particular installation. If this
Y Make sure the batteries are inserted correctly.Cassette-Y Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g.,cleaning fluid or alcohol.equipment does cause harmful interference toProper registration will enable us to send you
CD player section
heart, square, star) cannot be played onY Replace all the batteries with new ones if theyY Replace all the batteries with new ones if theyradio or television reception, which can beperiodic mailings about new product,
Y The use of a cassette with more than 90System
this player. Attempting to do so mayare weak.are weak.determined by turning the equipment off and on,services and other important announcements.
minutes of play time is not recommendedCompact disc digital audio systemRegistering your product will also allow us to
damage the player. Do not use such discs.There is no audio.Y TYPE II (high position) or TYPE IV (metal)Corderthe user is encouraged to try to correct the
except for long, continuous recording orLaser diode propertiestape is being used. Use TYPE I (normal) tapecontact you in the unlikely event that the
Cleaning the cabinetY Adjust the volume.playback.only.Material: GaAlAsinterference by one or more of the followingmeasures:product needs adjustment or modification.
Y Unplug the headphones when listeningWave length: 780 nm
Y Clean the cabinet, panel and controls withY Demagnetize the heads using a commerciallyThank you.
Notes on CDsthrough speakers.Emission duration: ContinuousThis symbol is intended to alert theN Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mildavailable tape head demagnetizer.Operating Instructionsuser to the presence of uninsulatedN Increase the separation between the
Y Before playing, clean the CD with aNoise is heard.Laser output: Less than 44.6 ?W
detergent solution. Do not use any type ofOdangerous voltage� within theequipment and receiver.
cleaning cloth. Wipe the CD from theYSomeone is using a portable telephone or(This output is the value measured at a distance
abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent,Lensof about 200 mm from the objective lens surfaceproduct's enclosure that may be ofN Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
center out.other equipment that emits radio waves near
such as alcohol or benzine.on the optical pick-up block with 7 mmsufficient magnitude to constitute acircuit different from that to which the
the player. tMove the portable telephone,
aperture.)risk of electric shock to persons.receiver is connected.
On power sourcesSpindle speedetc., away from the player.N Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/
Y For AC operation, use the supplied ACCD Player200 r/min (rpm) to 500 r/min (rpm)This symbol is intended to alert theTV technician for help.
power cord; do not use any other type.(CLV)user to the presence of importantThis class B digital device complies with part 15
Y The player is not disconnected from theThe CD does not play or Ono dISC�Number of channelsoperating and maintenanceof the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
(servicing) instructions in the
AC power source (mains) as long as it islights in the display even when a CD2following two conditions: (1) This device may
literature accompanying thenot cause harmful interference, and (2) this
connected to the wall outlet, even if theis in place.Frequency response
appliance.
player itself has been turned off.Y Place the CD with the label surface up.20 - 20 000 Hz +1/�2 dBdevice must accept any interference received,
Y Clean the CD.Wow and flutterincluding interference that may cause undesired
Y Unplug the player from the wall outletCAUTION
Below measurable limitoperation.
when it is not to be used for an extendedY Do not use solvents such as benzine,YTake out the CD and leave the CDThe use of optical instruments with this product
compartment open for about an hour to dryYou are cautioned that any changes or
period of time.thinner, commercially available cleanerswill increase eye hazard.modifications not expressly approved in this
moisture condensation.
Y For battery operation, use six size D (R20)or anti-static spray intended for vinyl LPs.Radio sectionmanual could void your authority to operate this
Y The CD-R/CD-RW was not finalized. FinalizeWARNING
batteries.Y Do not expose the CD to direct sunlight orPinch roller Erase headFrequency rangethe CD-R/CD-RW with the recording device.equipment.
Do not install the appliance in a confined space,
Y When the batteries are not to be used,heat sources such as hot air ducts, norFM: 87.5 - 108 MHzY There is a problem with the quality of the CD-
such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
remove them to avoid damage that can beleave it in a car parked in direct sunlight asAM:Taiwan model: 531 - 1 611 kHzR/CD-RW, recording device or application
Other models: 530 - 1 710 kHzTo prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place
caused by battery leakage or corrosion.there can be a considerable rise insoftware.CFD-S250objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the
Antennas
Y The nameplate indicating operatingtemperature inside the car.Y Replace all the batteries with new ones if theyFM: Telescopic antennaappliance.
voltage, power consumption, etc. isY Do not stick paper or sticker on the CD,are weak.AM:Built-in ferrite bar antennaCapstan
located at the bottom.nor scratch the surface of the CD.The sound drops out.Sony Corporation ?2002Record/playback headFor customers in Canada
To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of
Y After playing, store the CD in its case.YReduce the volume.Printed in China
On placementCassette-corder sectionplug to wide slot, fully insert.
If there is a scratch, dirt or fingerprints on theYClean the CD, or replace it if the CD is badly
Y Do not leave the player in a location nearRecording system
CD, it may cause tracking error.damaged.
heat sources, or in a place subject to directRemote4-track 2 channel stereo3-249-667-11 (1)Y Place the player in a location free from
sunlight, excessive dust or mechanicalFast winding timeAbout CD-Rs/CD-RWsvibration.The remote does not function.
Approx. 120 s (sec.) with Sony cassette C-60
shock.This player can play CD-Rs/CD-RWsYClean the lens with a commercially availableY Replace all the batteries in the remote with
Frequency response
Y Do not place the player on an inclined orrecorded in the CD-DA format*, butblower.new ones if they are weak.
TYPE I (normal): 80 - 10 000 Hz
unstable place.playback capability may vary depending onYThe sound may drop out or noise may beY Make sure that you are pointing the remote at
Y Do not place anything within 10 mm ofthe quality of the disc and the condition ofheard when using poor quality CD-Rs/CD-the remote sensor on the player.
the side of the cabinet. The ventilationRWs or if there is a problem with thethe recording device.Y Remove any obstacles in the path of theGeneralPower Sources
recording device or application software.remote and the player.
holes must be unobstructed for the playerSpeaker* CD-DA is the abbreviation for Compact
Y Make sure the remote sensor is not exposed to
to operate properly and prolong the life ofFull range: 10 cm dia., 3.2 ohms, cone type (2)Disc Digital Audio. It is a recordingRadioC
strong light such as direct sunlight or
its components.Outputsstandard used for Audio CDs.B
Y If the player is left in a car parked in theReception is poor.fluorescent lamp light.Headphones jack (stereo minijack)
Y Reorient the antenna to improve FM Y Move closer to the player when using theFor 16 - 68 ohms impedance headphones
sun, be sure to choose a location in the car
reception.remote.Power output
where the player will not be subjected toMusic discs encoded with copyright
2.3 W + 2.3 W (at 3.2 ohms, 10% harmonic
the direct rays of the sun.protection technologiesAfter trying the above remedies, if you still havedistortion)
Y Since a strong magnet is used for theThis product is designed to play back discsproblems, unplug the AC power cord andPower requirements
speakers, keep personal credit cards usingthat conform to the Compact Disc (CD)remove all the batteries. After all the indicationsFor CD radio cassette-corder:1to AC IN
magnetic coding or spring-wound watchesstandard. Recently, various music discsin the display disappear, plug the power cord120V AC, 60 Hz
away from the player to prevent possibleencoded with copyright protectionand insert the batteries again. If the problem9 V DC, 6 size D (R20) batteriesA
damage from the magnet.technologies are marketed by some recordpersists, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.For remote control:2to a wall outlet
companies. Please be aware that among3 V DC, 2 size AAA (R03) batteries
On operationPower consumption
those discs, there are some that do notConnect the AC power cord A or insert six size D (R20) batteries (not supplied) into the battery
Y If the player is brought directly from aY Reorient the player itself to improve AMAC 20 Wconform to the CD standard and may not bereception.compartment B .
cold to a warm location, or is placed in aBattery life
playable by this product.
very damp room, moisture may condenseFor CD radio cassette-corder:Notes
on the lenses inside the CD player section.FM recordingY Replace the batteries when the OPR/BATT indicator dims or when the player stops operating.
If you have any questions or problems
Should this occur, the player will notReplace all the batteries with new ones. Before you replace the batteries, be sure to take out the CD
operate properly. In this case, remove theconcerning your player, please consult yourSony R20P: approx. 13.5 hfrom the player.
Sony alkaline LR20: approx. 20 h
CD and wait about an hour for thenearest Sony dealer.Y To use the player on batteries, disconnect the AC power cord from the player.
moisture to evaporate.Tape playbackY When you operate the player on batteries, you cannot turn on the player using the remote.
Y If the player has not been used for a longThe audio is weak or has poor quality.Sony R20P: approx. 7.5 h
Y Replace all the batteries with new ones if they
time, set it in the playback mode to warmSony alkaline LR20: approx. 15 h
are weak.Preparing the remote C
it up for a few minutes before inserting a
Y Move the player away from the TV.CD playback
cassette.Insert two size AAA (R03) batteries (not supplied).
The picture of your TV becomesSony R20P: approx. 2.5 h
unstable.Sony alkaline LR20: approx. 7 hReplacing battery
Y If you are listening to an FM program near theWith normal use, the batteries should last for about six months. When the remote no longer
TV with an indoor antenna, move the playeroperates the player, replace all the batteries with new ones.
away from the TV.Dimensions
Approx. 386 � 173 � 269 mm (w/h/d)
(15 1�4 � 6 7�8 � 10 5�8 inches) (incl. projecting parts)
Mass
Approx. 3.5 kg (7 lb. 11 oz) (incl. batteries)
Supplied accessory
AC power cord (1)
Remote control (1)
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Optional accessories
Sony MDR headphone series |
ACEC
