On operation
Information
Owner's Record
English
CD Player
The CD does not play or “no dISC”
lights in the display even when a CD
is in place.
• Place the CD with the label surface up.
The model number is located at the bottom and
the serial number is located in the battery
compartment.
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If the player is brought directly from a
cold to a warm location, or is placed in a
very damp room, moisture may condense
on the lenses inside the CD player section.
Should this occur, the player will not
operate properly. In this case, remove the
CD and wait about an hour for the
moisture to evaporate.
Precautions
On safety
Specifications
For customers in the USA
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful 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:
WARNING
Record the serial number in the space provided
below. Refer to them whenever you call upon
your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No. ZS-X1
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As the laser beam used in the CD player
section is harmful to the eyes, do not
attempt to disassemble the casing. Refer
servicing to qualified personnel only.
Should any solid object or liquid fall into
the player, unplug the player, and have it
checked by qualified personnel before
operating it any further.
Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g.,
heart, square, star) cannot be played on
this player. Attempting to do so may
damage the player. Do not use such discs.
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL
HARMONIC DISTORTION
With 3.2-ohm loads, both channels driven
from 150 - 10 000 Hz; rated 1.8 W per
channel-minimum RMS power, with no
more than 10 % total harmonic distortion
in AC operation.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do
not expose the player to rain or
moisture.
• Clean the CD.
• Take out the CD and leave the CD
compartment open for about an hour to dry
moisture condensation.
• The CD-R/CD-RW was not finalized. Finalize
the CD-R/CD-RW with the recording device.
• There is a problem with the quality of the CD-
R/CD-RW, recording device or application
software.
Serial No.
Notes on CDs
For customers in the USA
Personal
Audio
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Before playing, clean the CD with a
cleaning cloth. Wipe the CD from the
center out.
Please register this product on line at
Proper registration will enable us to send you
periodic mailings about new product,
services and other important announcements.
Registering your product will also allow us to
contact you in the unlikely event that the
product needs adjustment or modification.
Thank you.
Other specifications
• Replace all the batteries with new ones if they
are weak.
CD player section
System
Compact disc digital audio system
Laser diode properties
Material: GaAlAs
Wave length: 780 nm
Emission duration: Continuous
Laser output: Less than 44.6 µW
(This output is the value measured at a distance
of about 200 mm from the objective lens surface
on the optical pick-up block with 7 mm
aperture.)
Spindle speed
200 r/min (rpm) to 500 r/min (rpm)
(CLV)
Number of channels
2
Frequency response
20 - 20 000 Hz +0/–1 dB
Wow and flutter
Below measurable limit
System
The sound drops out.
• Reduce the volume.
• Clean the CD, or replace it if the CD is badly
damaged.
• Place the player in a location free from
vibration.
• Clean the lens with a commercially available
blower.
• The sound may drop out or noise may be
heard when using poor quality CD-Rs/CD-
RWs or if there is a problem with the
recording device or application software.
Cleaning the cabinet
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Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with
a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild
detergent solution. Do not use any type of
abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent,
such as alcohol or benzine.
This symbol is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the
product's enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to persons.
— Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
— Increase the separation between the
equipment and receiver.
— Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Operating Instructions
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Do not use solvents such as benzine,
thinner, commercially available cleaners
or anti-static spray intended for vinyl LPs.
Do not expose the CD 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
On power sources
— Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/
TV technician for help.
This symbol is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the
appliance.
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For AC operation,
use the supplied
AC power
This class B digital device complies with part 15
of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in this
manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
Polarity of
the plug
You cannot open/close the lid of the
CD compartment.
• Place the player on a level surface and open/
close the lid.
adaptor; do not
use any other type.
temperature inside the car.
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The player is not disconnected from the
AC power source (mains) as long as it is
connected to the wall outlet, even if the
player itself has been turned off.
Unplug the player from the wall outlet
when it is not to be used for an extended
period of time.
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Do not stick paper or sticker on the CD,
nor scratch the surface of the CD.
After playing, store the CD in its case.
CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with this product
will increase eye hazard.
Lens
If there is a scratch, dirt or fingerprints on the
CD, it may cause tracking error.
WARNING
Radio section
Frequency range
FM: 87.5 - 108 MHz
AM: 530 - 1 710 kHz
Antennas
FM: Telescopic antenna
Do not install the appliance in a confined space,
such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place
objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the
appliance.
About CD-Rs/CD-RWs
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For battery operation, use six size D (R20)
batteries.
This player can play CD-Rs/CD-RWs
recorded in the CD-DA format*, but
playback capability may vary depending on
the quality of the disc and the condition of
the recording device.
ZS-X1
When the batteries are not to be used,
remove them to avoid damage that can be
caused by battery leakage or corrosion.
The nameplate indicating operating
voltage, etc. is located at the bottom.
For customers in Canada
To prevent electric shock, match wide blade of
plug to wide slot, fully insert.
AM: Built-in ferrite bar antenna
©2003 Sony Corporation
Printed in China
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* CD-DA is the abbreviation for Compact
Disc Digital Audio. It is a recording
standard used for Audio CDs.
General
Speaker
3-251-191-11 (1)
On placement
Radio
Full range: 10 cm dia., 3.2 ohms, cone type (2)
Outputs
Headphones jack (stereo minijack)
For 16 - 64 ohms impedance headphones
Power output
2.3 W + 2.3 W (at 3.2 ohms, 10% harmonic
distortion)
Power requirements
DC IN 9V jack accepts:
Supplied AC power adaptor for use with 120V
AC, 60 Hz
9 V DC, 6 size D (R20) batteries
Battery life
For personal audio system:
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Do not leave the player in a location near
heat sources, or in a place subject to direct
sunlight, excessive dust or mechanical
shock.
Reception is poor.
• Reorient the antenna to improve FM
reception.
Music discs encoded with copyright
protection technologies
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.
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Do not place the player on an inclined or
unstable place.
Power Sources
Do not place anything within 10 mm of
the side of the cabinet. The ventilation
holes must be unobstructed for the player
to operate properly and prolong the life of
its components.
B
2 to a wall outlet
• Reorient the player itself to improve AM
reception.
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If the player is left in a car parked in the
sun, be sure to choose a location in the car
where the player will not be subjected to
the direct rays of the sun.
Since a strong magnet is used for the
speakers, keep personal credit cards using
magnetic coding or spring-wound watches
away from the player to prevent possible
damage from the magnet.
CD playback
If you have any questions or problems
concerning your player, please consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
Sony R20P: approx. 7.5 h
Sony alkaline LR20: approx. 14 h
Radio play
Sony R20P: approx. 11 h
Sony alkaline LR20: approx. 24 h
The audio is weak or has poor quality.
• Replace all the batteries with new ones if they
are weak.
Troubleshooting
General
The power does not come on.
• Make sure the batteries are inserted correctly.
• Replace all the batteries with new ones if they
are weak.
Do not immerse in water
This product is not meant to be immersed in
water or come in continuous contact with
water.
A 1 to DC IN 9V
Dimensions
• Move the player away from the TV.
Approx. 430 × 169 × 288 mm (w/h/d)
The picture of your TV becomes
unstable.
• If you are listening to an FM program near the
TV with an indoor antenna, move the player
away from the TV.
(17 × 6 3 4 × 11 3⁄8 inches) (incl. projecting parts)
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Mass
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Before opening or shutting the CD
compartment or battery compartment lid,
be sure to wipe off water, dust or sand on
the outside of the player.
Water in the headphones jack/DC IN jack
may cause rusting. Cover the jacks with
the attached rubber cap when the jacks are
not used.
If the player is splashed with salt water,
wipe clean with a damp cloth, then dry
with a soft dry cloth. Do not wash under
running water; do not use soap or
detergent; do not dry with an electric hair
dryer.
The supplied AC power adaptor is not
water resistant. To prevent shock hazard,
avoid using the player near water during
AC operation.
Approx. 3.5 kg (7 lb. 11 oz) (incl. batteries)
Supplied accessory
AC power adaptor(1)
Connect the AC power adaptor A or insert six size D (R20) batteries (not supplied) into the
battery compartment B.
The power is not on, and "bAttErY"
and “Error” are displayed alternately.
• Make sure the batteries are inserted correctly.
• Replace all the batteries with new ones if they
are weak.
After trying the above remedies, if you still have
problems, unplug the AC adaptor and remove all
the batteries. After all the indications in the
display disappear, plug the power cord and
insert the batteries again. If the problem persists,
please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Notes
• Replace the batteries when the OPR/BATT indicator dims or when the player stops operating.
Replace all the batteries with new ones.
• To use the player on batteries, disconnect the AC power adaptor from the player.
There is no audio.
• Adjust the volume.
• Unplug the headphones when listening
through speakers.
Optional accessories
Sony MDR headphone series
Noise is heard.
• Someone is using a portable telephone or
other equipment that emits radio waves near
the player. tMove the portable telephone,
etc., away from the player.
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