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To turn off the operation beep
sound
You can turn off the beep sound that is heard from your
headphones when you operate your CD player.
1 Remove the power source (AC power adaptor,
rechargeable batteries or dry batteries) from the CD
player.
2 Connect the power source while pressing
s/OFF/CHARGE on the CD player or s on the
remote control.
To turn on the beep sound
Remove the power source and then connect the power
source without pressing s/OFF/CHARGE or s.
Playing tracks in your
favorite order (PGM play)
You can program the CD player to play up to 24 tracks in
your favorite order.
1 During playback, press P-MODE/ repeatedly until
“PGM” appears.
2 Press r or t to select a track.
3 Press ca to enter the selected track.
“00” appears and the playing order increases
by one.
4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to select the tracks in your
favorite order.
5 Press and hold ca until the PGM play starts.
To check the program
During programming, press ca repeatedly before step
5. Each time you press ca, the track number appears.
Notes
• During the PGM play, you cannot check the program.
• When you finish entering the 24th track in step 3, the
first selected track appears in the display.
• If you select more than 24 tracks, the first selected
tracks are erased.
Precautions
On safety
• Should any solid objects or liquid fall into the CD
player, unplug it and have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it any further.
• Do not put any foreign objects in the DC IN 4.5 V
(external power input) jack.
On power sources
• When you are not using the CD player for a long time,
disconnect all power sources from the CD player.
On AC power adaptor
• Use only the commercially-available AC power adaptor
whose rated output is 4.5 V DC, 500 mA. Do not use
any other AC power adaptor. It may cause a
malfunction.
Polarity of the plug
• Do not touch the AC power adaptor with wet hands.
• Connect the AC power adaptor to an easily accessible
AC outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in the AC
power adaptor, disconnect it from the AC outlet
immediately.
On rechargeable batteries and dry
batteries
• Do not charge the dry batteries.
• Do not throw the batteries into fire.
• Do not carry the batteries with coins or other metallic
objects. It can generate heat if the positive and negative
terminals of the battery are accidentally contacted by a
metallic object.
• Do not mix rechargeable batteries with dry batteries.
• Do not mix new batteries with old ones.
• Do not use different types of batteries together.
• When the batteries are not to be used for a long time,
remove them.
• If battery leakage occurs, wipe off any deposit in the
battery compartment, and install new batteries. In case
the deposit adheres to you, wash it off thoroughly.
Notes on the rechargeable batteries
• To keep the original battery capacity for a long time,
charge the batteries only when they are completely
depleted.
• If the battery is new or has not been used for a long
time, it may not be charged completely until you charge
and discharge it several times.
• If the rechargeable batteries and the metallic objects get
contacted, heat or fire may occur due to a short circuit.
When to replace the rechargeable batteries
If the battery life becomes shorter by about half, replace
the batteries with new rechargeable batteries.
On the CD player
• Keep the lens on the CD player clean and do not touch
it. If you do so, the lens may be damaged and the CD
player will not operate properly.
• Do not put any heavy object on top of the CD player.
The CD player and the CD may be damaged.
• Do not leave the CD player in a location near heat
sources, or in a place subject to direct sunlight,
excessive dust or sand, moisture, rain, mechanical
shock, unleveled surface, or in a car with its windows
closed.
• If the CD player causes interference to the radio or
television reception, turn off the CD player or move it
away from the radio or television.
• Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g., heart, square, star)
cannot be played on this CD player. Attempting to do so
may damage the CD player. Do not use such discs.
Note on moisture condensation
If the CD player is suddenly moved from a cold place to a
warm place, it may result in moisture condensation on the
pickup lens and malfunction or playback difficulties.
Should this occur, leave the CD player for a few hours,
then try playback again.
This warranty is valid only in the United States.
On headphones/earphones
Road safety
Do not use headphones/earphones while driving, cycling,
or operating any motorized vehicle. It may create a traffic
hazard and is illegal in some areas. It can also be
potentially dangerous to play your headsets at high
volume while walking, especially at pedestrian crossings.
You should exercise extreme caution or discontinue use in
potentially hazardous situations.
Preventing hearing damage
Avoid using headphones/earphones 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.
Consideration for others
Keep the volume at a moderate level. This will allow you
to hear outside sounds and to be considerate to the people
around you.
Maintenance
To clean the casing
Use a soft cloth slightly moistened in water or a mild
detergent solution. Do not use alcohol, benzine or thinner.
To clean the plugs
If the plugs become dirty, there is no sound or noise is
heard. Clean them with a dry soft cloth periodically.
Troubleshooting
Should any problem persist after you have made these
checks, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
“Hold” appears in the display when you
press a button, and the CD does not
play.
➔The buttons are locked. Slide HOLD back.
The CD player does not start charging.
➔During stop, press s/OFF/CHARGE.
➔You press s on the remote control. Press s/OFF/
CHARGE on the CD player.
The battery compartment lid is de-
tached by an accidental drop, excessive
force, etc.
➔Attach it as illustrated below.
Specifications
System
Compact disc digital audio system
Laser diode properties
Material: GaAlAs
Wavelength: λ = 780 nm
Emission duration: Continuous
Laser output: Less than 44.6 µW (This output is the value
measured at a distance of 200 mm from the objective lens
surface on the optical pick-up block with 7 mm aperture.)
Power requirements
• Two LR6 (size AA) batteries (not supplied): 3 V DC
• AC power adaptor (not supplied) (DC IN 4.5 V jack):
120 V, 60 Hz
• Two Ni-MH rechargeable batteries (size AA): 2.4 V DC
Dimensions (w/h/d) (without projecting
parts and controls)
Approx. 136 × 20.4 × 139 mm (5
3
/8 ×
13
/16 × 5
1
/2 in.)
Mass (excluding accessories)
Approx. 175 g (6 oz)
Operating temperature
5°C - 35°C (41°F - 95°F)
Design and specifications are subject to change without
notice.
Supplied Accessories
XP-EV501R: Headphones with the remote control (1)
XP-EV501C: Headphones (1)
Car connecting pack (1)
Car battery cord (1)
Velcro tape (2)