Sony D-EJ000 Portable CD Player

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 4.5V [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 AC-E45HG AC power adaptor (not supplied).
• Do not use any other AC power adaptor. It may cause a malfunction.
• Do not touch the AC power adaptor with wet hands.

On 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 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.

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.

On headphones

• Do not use headphones ? 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 [crosswalk]. You should exercise extreme caution or discontinue use in potentially hazardous situations.

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.

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.

To clean the plugs

• If the plugs become dirty, there is no audio or noise is heard. Clean them with a dry soft cloth periodically.

Specifications

System

Compact disc digital audio system

Laser diode properties

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: 1.5 V DC x 2
• AC power adaptor (DC IN 4.5 V jack): 220 V, 50 Hz (Model for China) / 120 V, 60 Hz (Model for Mexico)

Dimensions (w/h/d) (without projecting parts and controls)

Approx. 139.8 x 27.9 x 139.8 mm

Mass (excluding accessories)

Approx. 196 g

Operating temperature

5°C - 35°C

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Supplied accessories

• Headphones (1)

2-670-288-02 (1)

Operating Instructions

D-EJ000

CAUTION

The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.

Certain countries may regulate disposal of the battery used to power this product. Please consult with your local authority.

The validity of the CE marking is restricted to only those countries where it is legally enforced, mainly in the countries EEA (European Economic Area).

Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment

This symbol ♻️ on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.

By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

Applicable Accessories: Headphones

Power Sources

To use the batteries (not supplied)

1. Slide ? [OPEN] to open the player lid and open the battery compartment lid inside the CD player.
2. Insert two LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries by matching the ⊕ and ⊖ to the diagram inside the CD player and close the lid until it clicks into place. Insert the end first (for both batteries).

Battery life* (approx. hours)

(When the CD player is used on a flat and stable place.)

Playing time varies depending on how the CD player is used.

Two Sony alkaline batteries LR6 (SG) (produced in Japan)

*Measured value by the standard of JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association).

The indicator sections of ? roughly show the remaining battery power. One section does not always indicate one-fourth of the battery power.

To use the AC power adaptor (not supplied)

Connect the AC power adaptor ? as illustrated.

Playing a CD

1. Slide ? [OPEN] to open the lid and fit the CD to the pivot, then close the lid.
2. Press ▶️ [PLAY].

To play from the first track, press ▶️ [PLAY] for 2 seconds or more while the CD player is stopped ⏹️ [STOP].

• This CD player can play CD-Rs/CD-RWs recorded in the Compact Disc Digital Audio (Audio CD) format, but playback capability may vary depending on the quality of the disc and the condition of the recording device.
• This product is designed to play back discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.
• Recently, various music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies are marketed by some record companies. Please be aware that among those discs, there are some that do not conform to the CD standard and may not be playable by this product.

Note on DualDiscs

A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which mates DVD recorded material on one side with digital audio material on the other side. However, since the audio material side does not conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard, playback on this product is not guaranteed.

Digital MEGA BASS function

During play ▶️, press ?/? [SOUND/AVLS] repeatedly to select "SND 1" or "SND 2".

If the sound is distorted, turn down the volume ?.

AVLS* function

*Automatic Volume Limiter System

Press and hold ?/? [SOUND/AVLS]. If "AVLS" flashes three times, the function is enabled ✅. If "AVLS" flashes once, the function is disabled ❌.

AMS* / search function

*Automatic Music Sensor

To find the beginning of the previous/current/next/succeeding track(s): Press ⏭️ [SKIP] repeatedly.

To go backward/forward quickly: Press and hold ⏭️ [SKIP].

Play mode function

During play ▶️, press P MODE/⏭️ [SKIP] repeatedly:

No indication (normal play) → 1️⃣ [single track play] → ? [SHUF] → ? [BOOKMARK play]

To repeat the play mode you selected, press and hold P MODE/⏭️ [SKIP] until "?" appears.

G-PROTECTION function

The function provides protection against sound skipping during many active uses.*

The default setting is "G-on ✔️". To select "G-off ❌", press ▶️ [PLAY] while you keep pressing ⏹️ [STOP]. To enjoy high quality CD sound, select "G-off ❌".

Sound may skip: if the CD player receives stronger continuous shock ? than expected / if a dirty or scratched CD is played / when using poor-quality CD-Rs/CD-RWs or if there is a problem with the recording device or application software.

Bookmark play

If you add bookmarks ? to your favorite tracks, you can listen to these tracks only from the track with the lowest number.

1. During playback ▶️ of the track where you want to add a Bookmark ?, press and hold ▶️ [PLAY] until "? [BOOKMARK]" flashes on the DISPLAY.
2. Repeat step 1 to add Bookmarks ? to the tracks you want.
3. Press P MODE/⏭️ [SKIP] repeatedly until ? [BOOKMARK] flashes.
4. Press ▶️ [PLAY].

To remove the Bookmarks

During playback ▶️ of the track with a Bookmark ?, press and hold ? [HOLD] until "? [BOOKMARK]" disappears from the DISPLAY.

If you change CDs and start playing, all the bookmarks ? added for the previous CD will be erased.

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 VOLUME ? does not increase even if you press VOL +/- repeatedly.

→ Press and hold ?/? [SOUND/AVLS] until "AVLS" flashes once ✅ so that you can cancel the AVLS function ?.

The CD player does not operate properly.

→ Moisture condensation ? has occurred. Leave the player aside for several hours until the moisture evaporates.