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Portable
CD Player
Operating Instructions
About the area code
The area code of the location in which you purchased the CD player
is shown on upper left of the bar code label on the package.
For accessories supplied with your CD player, check the area code
of your model and see “Accessories (supplied/optional).”
D-EG3
D-EG5
D-EG5CK
D-EG7
1999 by Sony Corporation
Table of Contents
Connecting a power source
Getting started
Using the rechargeable batteries ................ 17
Using dry batteries..................................... 18
Notes on the power source ........................ 19
Locating the Controls .................................. 4
Playing a CD
1. Connect your CD player. ......................... 6
2. Insert a CD. ............................................. 6
3. Play a CD. ............................................... 7
Additional information
Precautions ................................................ 20
Maintenance .............................................. 20
Troubleshooting ......................................... 21
Specifications ............................................ 22
Accessories (supplied/optional) ................ 23
Playback options
Playing tracks repeatedly (Repeat play) ...... 9
Selecting tracks by listening to songs’ intro
(INTRO PGM play) .............................. 10
Playing a single track (Single play) ........... 10
Playing tracks in random order
(Shuffle play)......................................... 10
Playing tracks in your favorite order
(RMS play) ............................................ 11
Available features
Turning on the shock protection function
(ESP2) .................................................... 12
Emphasizing the bass sound (SOUND) .... 12
Locking the controls (HOLD) ................... 13
Protecting your hearing (AVLS) ................ 13
Resuming the playback (Resume play) ..... 14
Turning off the operation beep sound........ 14
Connecting your CD player
Connecting a stereo system ....................... 15
Using your CD player in a car ................... 16
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Getting started
Locating the Controls
For details, see pages in parentheses.
CD player (front)
1 REPEAT/ENTER
q; u(play/pause) button
button (pages 8 - 11)
(page 7, 10, 11)
qa DC IN 4.5 V (external
2 PLAY MODE button
power input) jack
(pages 6, 17)
(pages 8, 10, 11)
3 Display
(pages 7, 9 - 13)
qs Strap attaching part
4 ESP button
(page 5)
(page 12)
5 SOUND button
qd (headphones/
earphones) jack
(pages 6, 15)
(page 12)
6 PUSH OPEN button
(page 6)
qf ./
>
7 Buckle (page 6)
(AMS/search)
buttons
(pages 7, 10, 11)
8 x(stop)•CHG button
(pages 7, 14, 17)
qg VOLUME +/– buttons
9 HOLD switch
(page 7)
(page 13)
CD player (inside)
qj RESUME switch
(page 14)
qh Battery compartment
(pages 17, 18)
qk AVLS switch
(page 13)
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Using the headphones
(D-EG7 only)
Using the hand strap
(D-EG5 and D-EG5CK)
Attach the hand strap to one of the attaching
parts on the CD player.
Neckband
Ear
For the ways to attach or detach, see “Using
the carry strap” below.
Earpad
Put your ear between the neckband and
earpad.
Using the carry strap
(D-EG3 and D-EG7)
You can enjoy various attaching options
using 4 attaching parts on the CD player.
Attach the carry strap
by sliding the knob.
To detach the carry
strap, slide the knob.
Knob
5
Playing a CD
You can also use rechargeable batteries, dry batteries and a car battery as a power source.
1. Connect your CD player.
1 Connect the AC power adaptor.
to an AC outlet
2 Connect the headphones/earphones.
For models supplied with the AC plug
adaptor
If the AC power adaptor does not fit the AC
outlet, use the AC plug adaptor.
AC power
adaptor
to DC IN
4.5V
Headphones
or
to
Earphones
u button
2. Insert a CD.
1 Press PUSH OPEN to open the CD
2 Place the CD on the tray and close
the lid.
player lid.
Label
side up
PUSH
OPEN
Make sure the buckle is open when closing
the lid. If the buckle is pressed down, press
PUSH OPEN.
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3. Play a CD.
1 Press u.
2 Adjust the volume by pressing
VOLUME + or –.
To
Press
u
Play/Pause
Stop
x•CHG*2
Find the beginning of the current track (AMS*1)
Find the beginning of the previous tracks (AMS)
Find the beginning of the next track (AMS)
Find the beginning of the succeeding tracks (AMS)
Go backwards quickly
. once quickly*2
. repeatedly*2
> once quickly*2
> repeatedly*2
Hold down .*2
Hold down >*2
Go forward quickly
*1 Automatic Music Sensor
*2 These operations can be done during both play and pause.
About the display
• When you press ufrom stop mode (when RESUME is set to “OFF”), the total number of
tracks in the CD appears for about two seconds.
• During play, the track number appears.
• During pause, the indications that appeared when you paused the CD player flash.
If the volume level does not increase
Is AVLS set to “LIMIT”? Set AVLS to “NORM.” For details, see “Protecting your hearing
(AVLS).”
Removing the CD
Remove the CD while pressing the pivot in the center of the tray.
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Playback options
You can enjoy various ways of playback using PLAY MODE and REPEAT/ENTER.
PLAY MODE button
Each time you press the button, you can
change the playback mode.
“ No indication”
(Normal play)
x
c
“ INTRO PGM”
(Select tracks by listening to songs’
intro)
x
REPEAT/ENTER button
“ 1”
(Play a single track)
REPEAT
x
You can repeat play that is selected using
PLAY MODE.
“ SHUF”
(Play tracks in random order)
x
ENTER
“ RMS”
You can select tracks for INTRO PGM
play mode and RMS (Random Music
Sensor).
(Play tracks in your favorite order)
RESUME switch
(inside the lid)
With RESUME ON, you
can recall the last
playback mode after the
play is stopped with
x•CHG.
./>
buttons
x•CHG button
ubutton
8
Playing tracks repeatedly (Repeat play)
You can play tracks repeatedly in normal, INTRO PGM, single, shuffle and RMS play modes.
During playback, press REPEAT/ENTER.
Note on ./>
During Repeat play, you can locate the first track after the last track by pressing >repeatedly.
You can also locate the last track after first track by pressing .repeatedly.
9
Selecting tracks by listening to songs’ intro
(INTRO PGM play)
You can program the CD player to play only the tracks you like listening to while the
CD player plays the beginning of every track (song’s intro) one by one.
Flashing slowly
During playback, press PLAY MODE
repeatedly until “INTRO PGM”
appears.
1
Press u.
2
3
The CD player starts playing the first 15 seconds of every track. “INTRO PGM” flashes
faster.
Press REPEAT/ENTER during a song’s intro when you want to select the
track.
To skip the track, press >.
When all tracks on the CD are played, “INTRO PGM” stops flashing and the CD player
starts playing the tracks you selected.
To finish selecting tracks before all tracks are played, press u.
Playing a single track (Single play)
During playback, press PLAY MODE
repeatedly until “1” appears.
Playing tracks in random order (Shuffle play)
During playback, press PLAY MODE
repeatedly until “SHUF” appears.
10
Playing tracks in your favorite order (RMS play)
You can program the CD player to play up to 22 tracks in your favorite order.
During playback, press PLAY MODE
repeatedly until “RMS” appears.
1
Press . or > to select a track.
2
Track number
Press REPEAT/ENTER to enter
the selected track.
3
“00” appears.
Repeat steps 2 and 3 to select the tracks in your favorite order.
4
Press u to start the RMS play.
5
To check the program
During programming:
Press REPEAT/ENTER repeatedly before step 5.
During the RMS play:
Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until “RMS” flashes, then press REPEAT/ENTER.
Each time you press REPEAT/ENTER, the track number appears.
Notes
• When you finish entering the 22nd track in step 3, the first selected track appears in the display.
• If you select more than 22 tracks, the first selected tracks are erased.
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Available features
Turning on the shock
Emphasizing the bass
sound (SOUND)
protection function (ESP2)
The ESP2* function prevents the sound from
skipping when you make a jolt or bump to
your CD player. This function is useful when
using your CD player in a car or other mobile
application.
You can emphasize the bass-boosted sound.
Press SOUND to select “MB (Mega
Bass)” or “GRV (Groove).”
“ No indication”
(Normal play)
MB
Press ESP to display “ESP.”
GRV
The selected sound mode is displayed.
To turn off the ESP2 function
Press ESP again.
GRV enhances the bass sound more than
MB.
* The ESP (Electronic Shock Protection) function
prevents the sound from skipping by using a
memory buffer that can store music data. The
ESP2 (ESP Squared) system can store more music
data than ESP, and enables a higher level of shock
protection to reduce sound skipping.
Note
If the sound is distorted when using the SOUND
function, turn down the volume.
Notes
• The CD play may stop if the CD player receives a
strong shock.
• Noise may be heard or sound may be skipped if:
– a dirty or scratched CD is played
– an audio test CD that contains certain special
signals is played
– the CD player receives a continuous shock
• Sound may be intermitted for a while when you
press the ESP button during play.
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Locking the controls
Protecting your hearing
(HOLD)
(AVLS)
You can lock the controls on your CD player
to prevent accidental button presses.
The AVLS (Automatic Volume Limiter
System) function keeps down the maximum
volume to protect your hearing.
Slide HOLD in the direction of the
arrow.
Set AVLS to “LIMIT.”
Displayed when “ LIMIT” is selected
and the AVLS function is working.
Flashes when the HOLD function
is working.
To unlock the controls
Slide HOLD in the opposite direction of the
arrow.
If you turn up the volume to “
“AVLS” flashes and you cannot turn up the
volume any more. When you want to turn up
*”
the volume to more than “
to “NORM.”
*,” set AVLS
* For the customers in France
This level is set to “
.”
To turn off the AVLS function
Set AVLS to “NORM.”
Note
If the sound is distorted when you simultaneously
use the SOUND and AVLS functions, turn down
the volume.
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Resuming the playback
Turning off the
(Resume play)
operation beep sound
Your CD player can recall the playback point
where you stopped and resume playing from
the same place.
You can turn off the beep sound that is heard
from your headphones/earphones when you
operate your CD player.
Set RESUME to “ON.”
Remove the power source (AC
1
power adaptor, rechargeable
batteries or dry batteries) from the
CD player.
Connect the power source while
pressing x•CHG on the CD player.
2
To cancel resume play
Set RESUME to “OFF.”
To turn on the beep sound
Remove the power source and then connect
the power source without pressing x•CHG.
Notes
• Resume play is canceled if you open the CD
player lid (even if the RESUME switch is set to
“ON”).
• The playback point may result an error rate by
approximately +/– 30 seconds.
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Connecting your CD player
Notes
Connecting a stereo
system
You can listen to CDs through a stereo
system and record CDs on a cassette tape.
For details, see the instruction manual that
comes with the connected device.
• Before you play a CD, turn down the volume of
the connected device to avoid damaging the
connected speakers.
• Use the AC power adaptor for recording. If you
use the rechargeable batteries or dry batteries as a
power source, batteries may become completely
depleted during recording.
• Adjust the volume properly so that the sound will
not be distorted.
Be sure to turn off all connected devices
before making connections.
When using the connecting cord
• When you record a CD on a cassette tape
using a cassette recorder that has the blank
search function, turn off the ESP2 function.
If the ESP2 function is set to on, the blank
search function does not work.
• If the sound is distorted when using the
SOUND function, press SOUND
to
repeatedly until the sound indication
disappears from the display.
Connecting
cord
Right (red)
Left (white)
Stereo system,
cassette recorder,
radio cassette
recorder, etc.
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Using your CD player in
a car
You can use your CD player in a car by
connecting it to the car cassette deck.
You cannot use the car mount plate for this
CD player.
When you use your CD player in a car,
install it securely in a location that does not
interfere with your driving.
Optional car accessory needed
To connect your CD player to a car cassette
deck, you need the following car accessories
in “Accessories (supplied/optional)”:
• Car battery cord, and
• Car connecting pack*
For details, see the instruction manuals that
come with the optional accessories.
* Noise may be heard if you use an optional
connecting cord. It is recommended that you use
a Sony car connecting pack to reduce noise.
Switched ignition function (when
using the car battery cord)
With this feature, your CD player stops
automatically when you turn off the car
engine (turn off the ignition key) even if the
batteries are inserted in the CD player. This
function is invalid depending on the car
models.
Note
Use only the car battery cord listed in “Accessories
(supplied/optional).” If you use any other car
battery cord, a heat, smoke or malfunction may
occur.
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Connecting a power source
You can use the following power sources:
• Rechargeable batteries
• LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries
• AC power adaptor (see “Playing a CD”)
Connect the AC power adaptor to
the DC IN 4.5 V jack of your CD
player and an AC outlet, then
press x•CHG to charge.
3
For the battery life and charging time of the
rechargeable batteries, see “Specifications.”
If the AC power adaptor does not fit the
AC outlet, use the AC plug adaptor.
x•CHG
Using the rechargeable
batteries
Charge the rechargeable batteries before
using them for the first time. You can use
only the following rechargeable batteries for
your CD player.
to DC IN 4.5 V
• NC-AA
• NH-MDAA
AC power adaptor
Open the battery compartment
inside your CD player.
1
to an AC outlet
The CD player charges the batteries.
When the batteries are completely
charged, the
indicator turns off. If
you press x•CHG when the charge has
already been completed, the
indicator flashes.
Being charged
Insert two rechargeable batteries
2
by matching the + to the diagram
inside the battery compartment
and close the lid.
The indicator
sections light up in
succession
Completely charged
Disconnect the AC power adaptor.
4
(Continued)
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Using the rechargeable batteries
Using dry batteries
Use only the following dry battery type for
your CD player:
To remove the rechargeable batteries
Remove the batteries as illustrated below.
• LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries
Note
Be sure to remove the AC power adaptor when
using the dry batteries.
Open the battery compartment
inside your CD player.
1
When to charge the rechargeable
batteries
When the batteries become weak, “Lo” and
Insert two LR6 (size AA) alkaline
batteries by matching the + to the
diagram inside the battery
2
the
indicator appear in the display.
compartment and close the lid.
To keep the original battery capacity for a
long time, charge the batteries only when
they are completely depleted.
To remove the batteries
Remove the batteries in the same way as
rechargeable batteries.
When to replace the rechargeable
batteries
If the battery life becomes shorter by about
half, replace the batteries with new
rechargeable batteries.
When to replace the batteries
When the batteries become weak, “Lo” and
the
indicator appear in the display.
Replace both batteries with new ones.
Note on the rechargeable batteries
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.
To attach the battery compartment lid
If the battery compartment lid is detached by
an accidental drop, excessive force, etc.,
attach it as illustrated below.
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Notes on the power
source
Disconnect all power sources when the CD
player is not used.
On AC power adaptor
• Use only the AC power adaptor supplied or
recommended in “Accessories (supplied/
optional).” Do not use any other AC power
adaptor. It may cause a malfunction.
Polarity of the plug
• When disconnecting the AC power adaptor
from the AC outlet, grasp the adaptor
itself. Do not pull it by the cord.
• Do not touch the AC power adaptor with
wet hands.
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.
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Additional information
On headphones/earphones
Road safety
Precautions
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.
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 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.
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.
• 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.
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.
• 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.
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.
On handling CDs
• To keep the CD clean, handle it by its
edge. Do not touch the surface.
• Do not stick paper or tape onto the CD.
Not these ways
• Do not expose the CD to direct sunlight or
heat sources such as hot air ducts. Do not
leave the CD in a car parked under direct
sunlight.
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Troubleshooting
Should any problem persist after you have checked these symptoms, consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
Symptom
Cause and/or corrective actions
The volume does not increase
even if you press the VOLUME
+ button repeatedly.
c
Set the AVLS switch to “NORM.” (page 13)
No sound, or noise is heard.
c
c
Connect the plugs firmly. (page 6)
Plugs are dirty. Clean the plugs with a dry soft cloth periodically.
The playing time is too short
when powered with the dry
batteries.
c
Check that you are using alkaline batteries and not manganese
batteries. (page 18)
Replace the batteries with new LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries.
(page 18)
c
The playing time is too short
when powered with the
rechargeable batteries.
c
Charge and discharge the rechargeable batteries several times.
(page 17, 18)
When you press u, “ Lo”
c
c
The rechargeable batteries are used up completely. Charge the
batteries. (page 17)
The dry batteries are used up. Replace them with new LR6 (size
AA) alkaline batteries. (page 18)
and
, or “ 00” appear in
the display. The CD does not
play.
c
c
Use only the AC power adaptor or car battery cord in “Accessories
(supplied/optional).” (page 23)
Remove all power sources, then insert the batteries or connect the
AC power adaptor again. (page 6, 17, 18)
“ Hl” or “ dc” appears in the
display alternately.
c
c
c
The CD is dirty or defective. (page 20)
Check that the CD is inserted with the label side up. (page 6)
Moisture condensation has occurred.
Leave the CD player aside for several hours until the moisture
evaporates.
Close the CD player lid and the battery compartment firmly.
(pages 6, 17, 18)
The CD does not play or “ no”
or “ cd” appears in the
display alternately when a
CD is placed in the CD
player.
c
c
c
Make sure the batteries are inserted correctly. (pages 17, 18)
Connect the AC power adaptor to an AC outlet securely. (page 6)
c
The buttons are locked. Slide the HOLD switch back. (page 13)
flashes in the display
when you press a button, and
the CD does not play.
c
During stop, press
x•CHG. (page 17)
The CD player does not start
charging.
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Battery life* (approx. hours)
(When you use the CD player on a flat and stable
surface.)
Specifications
Playing time varies depending on how the CD
player is used.
System
Compact disc digital audio system
When using
ESP function
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.)
off
on
Two rechargeable
batteries NC-AA
(charged for
4.5
4.0
about 3 hours**)
Two rechargeable
batteries NH-MDAA
(charged for
8.5
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8.0
14
D-A conversion
1-bit quartz time-axis control
about 4 hours**)
Two Sony alkaline
batteries LR6SG
Frequency response
+1
–2
20 - 20,000 Hz dB (measured by EIAJ CP-
307)
* Measured value by the standard of EIAJ
(Electronic Industries Association of Japan).
** Charging time varies depending on how the
rechargeable battery is used.
Output (at 4.5 V input level)
Headphones (stereo minijack)
Approx.15 mW + Approx. 15 mW at 16 ohms
(Approx. 3 mW + Approx. 3 mW at 16 ohms)*
*For the customers in France
Operating temperature
5°C - 35°C (41°F - 95°F)
Power requirements
Dimensions (w/h/d) (excluding
projecting parts and controls)
Approx. 146.0 × 30.7 × 157.4 mm
(5 3⁄4 × 1 1⁄4 × 6 1⁄4 in.)
For the area code of the model you
purchased, check the upper left side of the
bar code on the package.
• Two Sony NC-AA rechargeable batteries:
2.4 V DC
Mass (excluding rechargeable
batteries)
Approx. 310 g (11 oz)
Two Sony NH-MDAA rechargeable batteries:
2.4 V DC
• Two LR6 (size AA) batteries: 3 V DC
• AC power adaptor (DC IN 4.5 V jack):
U2/CA2/E92/MX2 model: 120 V, 60 Hz
CED/CET/CEW/CEX/CE7/EE/EE1/E13/G5/
G6/G7/G8 model:
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
220 - 230 V, 50/60 Hz
CEK/3CE7 model: 230 - 240 V, 50 Hz
EA3 model: 110 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz
AU2 model: 240 V, 50 Hz
JE.W/E33 model: 100 - 240 V, 50/60 Hz
HK2 model: 220 V, 50/60 Hz
AR1/CN2 model: 220 V, 50 Hz
• Sony DCC-E245 car battery cord for use on
car battery: 4.5 V DC
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Optional accessories*
Accessories
(supplied/optional)
AC power adaptor
AC-E45HG
Active speaker system
SRS-A15
SRS-A35
SRS-A71
SRS-T1
Supplied accessories
For the area code of the location in which you
purchased the CD player, check the upper left side
of the bar code on the package.
Car battery cord
DCC-E245
Car battery cord with car connecting pack
DCC-E26CP
Car connecting pack
Connecting cord
CPA-9
RK-G129HG
RK-G136HG
AC power adaptor (1)
Headphones (1)
a
a
–
a
a
–
a
a
–
a
a
Rechargeable battery
NC-AA
NH-MDAA
Rechargeable
batteries (2)
a*
Headphones
Earphones
MDR-G52LP
Battery carrying case (1)
Carry strap (1)
–
a
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
a
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
a*
a
–
MDR-A44L
MDR-301LP
MDR-E848LP
Hand strap (1)
a
AC plug adaptor (1)
Car battery cord (1)
Car connecting pack (1)
Velcro tape (2)
–
a*
* Your dealer may not handle some of the above
listed accessories. Please ask the dealer for
detailed information about the accessories in your
country.
a
a
a
a
a
–
–
–
–
Spare fuse (1)
Spiral tube (1)
–
* Supplied with E13 model only
For US customers
The AC power adaptor supplied is not intended to
be serviced. Should the AC power adaptor cease to
function in its intended manner, during the warranty
period, the adaptor should be returned to your
nearest Sony Service Center or Sony Authorized
Repair Center for replacement, or after warranty
period, it should be discarded.
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