Sony CFS-828S Radio Cassette-Corder

Precautions

Safety and Power Sources:

• To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the player 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.
• Do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the appliance.
• If any solid object or liquid falls into the player, unplug it and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating further.
• For AC operation, ensure the player's operating voltage matches your local power supply and use the supplied AC power cord.
• The player is not disconnected from AC power as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if turned off.
• For battery operation, use six R20 (size D) batteries. Remove batteries when not in use to prevent damage from leakage or corrosion.
• The nameplate indicating operating voltage and power consumption is located at the rear.

Placement and Operation:

• Do not leave the player near heat sources, direct sunlight, excessive dust, or mechanical shock.
• Ensure ventilation holes are unobstructed (maintain at least 10 mm clearance).
• Keep personal credit cards with magnetic coding and spring-wound watches away from the player due to the strong magnet used for the speakers.
• If the player has not been used for a long time, warm it up by setting it to playback mode for a few minutes before inserting a cassette.
• Consult your nearest Sony dealer for questions or problems.

Setting Up the System

Connecting the Speakers

1. Align the grooves and slide the speaker box down until it snaps into place.
2. Connect the black wires to the (-) minus terminals and the red wires to the (+) plus terminals. Connect right speaker wires to RIGHT terminals and left speaker wires to LEFT terminals.
3. To detach speakers, unlock and slide the speaker box up and away from the player.

Choosing Power Sources

To use the player on AC power source:

1. Connect the supplied AC power cord to the AC IN jack.
2. Connect to a wall outlet.

To use the player on batteries:

1. Insert six R20 (size D) batteries (not supplied) into the battery compartment.

Adjusting the Voltage

Ensure the VOLTAGE SELECTOR (at the rear) is set to your local power supply (110-127V or 220-240V).

For customers supplied with an AC plug adaptor, use it if the AC power cord plug does not match your AC outlet.

Notes:

• To use on batteries, disconnect the AC power cord.
• Replace batteries when the OPR/BATT indicator dims or the player stops operating. Replace all batteries with new ones.
• When using the DC IN 12V jack, do not connect the power cord to the cigarette lighter socket.

Location of Controls

Diagram showing the location of controls including VOLUME, MIC, FUNCTION selector, BAND, TUNING, FINE TUNING, OPR/BATT indicator, PHONES jack, SOUND SELECT dial, MAXI BASS button, and tape deck controls (STOP/EJECT, PAUSE, REC, PLAY).

Adjusting the Audio Emphasis

• Reinforcing the bass sound: Press the MAXI BASS button. Press again to return to normal sound.
• Using the SOUND SELECT dial: Turn the dial to select FLAT, GROOVE, LIVE, POP, or CINEMA for different audio emphasis effects.

Listening to the Radio

1. Set FUNCTION to RADIO.
2. Set BAND to the desired band (FM, SW1, SW2, MW).
3. Tune to the desired station using TUNING and FINE TUNING (especially for SW bands).

To turn off the radio: Set FUNCTION to TAPE/RADIO OFF.

To improve broadcast reception: Reorient the antenna for FM, reorient the player for MW, or pull the antenna vertically for SW.

Tips:

• Connect headphones to the PHONES jack for private listening.
• Move the player away from a TV for best results.

Playing a Tape

1. Set FUNCTION to TAPE/RADIO OFF.
2. Insert a recorded tape into Deck A or Deck B with the desired side facing you.
3. Press PLAY.

To stop playback: Press STOP/EJECT.

To fast-forward or rewind: Use the fast-forward/rewind controls.

To pause playback: Press PAUSE. Press again to resume playback.

Notes:

• When playing both decks, only Deck B audio is heard.
• Do not press PLAY on the other deck during playback to avoid wow and flutter.

Recording (Deck B)

To record from the radio:

1. Tune to the desired station.
2. Insert a blank tape into Deck B with the side to be recorded facing you.
3. Press REC on Deck B. PLAY is depressed automatically.

To record from the built-in microphone (MIC):

1. Set FUNCTION to TAPE/RADIO OFF.
2. Insert a blank tape into Deck B with the side to be recorded facing you.
3. Press PLAY.

To stop recording: Press STOP/EJECT on Deck B.

To pause recording: Press PAUSE on Deck B. Press again to resume recording.

Tips:

• Use the AC power source for best results.
• Volume or audio emphasis adjustments do not affect recording level.
• If MW programs produce whistling, set the ISS (Interference Suppress Switch) at the rear to reduce noise.

Notes:

• You cannot monitor sound through headphones while recording from the built-in microphone.
• Do not press PLAY on Deck A during recording to avoid wow and flutter.

Notes on cassettes:

• Break off the cassette tab to prevent accidental recording. Cover the hole with adhesive tape to reuse the tape for recording.
• Using cassettes longer than 90 minutes is not recommended except for long, continuous recording or playback.

Dubbing (Deck A to B)

To dub at high speed:

1. Set FUNCTION to HIGH SPEED DUBBING.
2. Insert a recorded tape into Deck A and a blank tape into Deck B, with the recordable side facing you.
3. Press PLAY on Deck A.

To dub at normal speed:

1. Set FUNCTION to DUBBING.
2. Insert a recorded tape into Deck A and a blank tape into Deck B, with the recordable side facing you.
3. Press PLAY on Deck A.

To stop dubbing: Press STOP/EJECT on both Deck A and Deck B.

Tips:

• Use the AC power source for best results.
• Do not change the FUNCTION setting during dubbing to avoid wow and flutter.
• Volume or audio emphasis adjustments do not affect recording level.

Troubleshooting

• No audio: Check AC power cord connection, battery insertion, speaker wire connection, unplug headphones, adjust volume, and set FUNCTION correctly.
• Noise is heard: Move the player away from devices emitting radio waves (e.g., portable telephones).
• Cassette cannot be inserted: Ensure proper insertion.
• REC button does not function: Check if a cassette is in Deck B and if the safety tab is intact.
• Poor playback, recording, or erasing quality: Clean the heads with a cotton swab moistened with cleaning fluid or alcohol. Demagnetize heads and metal parts with a tape head demagnetizer. Use TYPE I (normal) tape only.

Specifications

• Frequency range: FM (87.5-108 MHz), MW (530-1611 kHz), SW1 (2.3-7 MHz), SW2 (7-22 MHz). Specific ranges for Saudi Arabia are noted.
• Antennas: Telescopic for FM/SW, built-in ferrite bar for MW.
• Recording system: 4-track, 2-channel stereo.
• Frequency response: 80-12,500 Hz.
• Speakers: 10 cm (4 inches) full range, 2 cm (1 inch) tweeter.
• Output: Headphones jack (stereo minijack, 16-68 Ω impedance).
• Maximum Power Output: 9W.
• Battery life: FM Recording (R20P: ~9 hrs, LR20: ~23 hrs), Playback (R20P: ~3 hrs, LR20: ~8 hrs).
• Power requirements: 110-127V / 220-240V AC selectable, 50/60 Hz; 9V DC (six R20 batteries).
• Power consumption: 18W (AC).
• Dimensions: Approx. 679 x 263.5 x 239.5 mm (W/H/D).
• Mass: Approx. 7.3 kg (16 lb 1 oz) including batteries.
• Supplied accessory: AC power cord (1).

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.