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4-226-518-71 (2)
2000 Sony Corporation
CDP-CE345
CDP-CE245
Compact Disc
Player
Operating Instructions
Mode d'emploi
GB
FR


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2GB
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock
hazard, do not expose
the unit to rain or
moisture.
To avoid electrical shock,
do not open the cabinet.
Refer servicing to
qualified personnel only.
About This Manual
The instructions in this manual are for
models CDP-CE345 and CDP-CE245.
The CDP-CE345 is the model used for
illustration purposes, unless otherwise
mentioned. Any difference in operation
is clearly indicated in the text, for
example, "CDP-CE345 only."
Conventions
· Instructions in this manual describe
the controls on the player.
You can also use the controls on the
remote if they have the same or similar
names as those on the player.
· The following icons are used in this
manual:
Z
Indicates that you can do the
task using the remote.
(Note that the CDP-CE245
cannot do the tasks marked
with this icon.)
z
Indicates hints and tips for
making the task easier.
Welcome!
Thank you for purchasing the Sony
Compact Disc Player. Before operating
the unit, please read this manual
thoroughly and retain it for future
reference.
CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK,
DO NOT USE THIS POLARIZED AC
PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION
CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER
OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES
CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO
PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.


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3GB
GB
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Getting Started
Unpacking ............................................................................................................................. 4
Hooking Up the System ...................................................................................................... 4
Playing a CD ............................................................................................................................. 6
Playing CDs
Using the Display ................................................................................................................ 8
Replacing Discs While Playing a Disc .............................................................................. 9
Locating a Specific Disc ...................................................................................................... 9
Locating a Specific Track or a Particular Point in a Track ........................................... 10
Playing Repeatedly ............................................................................................................ 11
Playing in Random Order (Shuffle Play) ....................................................................... 11
Creating Your Own Program (Program Play) ............................................................... 12
Recording From CDs
Recording Your Own Program ........................................................................................ 14
Recording a CD by Specifying Tape Length (Time Edit) ............................................. 14
Fading In or Out ................................................................................................................. 15
Adjusting the Recording Level (Peak Search) ............................................................... 16
Additional Information
Precautions ......................................................................................................................... 17
Notes on CDs ...................................................................................................................... 17
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................. 18
Specifications ...................................................................................................................... 18
Index
Index .................................................................................................................................... 19


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Getting Started
4GB
Unpacking
Check that you received the following items:
· Audio connecting cord (1)
· Remote commander (remote) (1) (CDP-CE345 only)
· Size AA (R6) batteries (2) (CDP-CE345 only)
Inserting batteries into the remote (CDP-
CE345 only)
You can control the player using the supplied remote.
Insert two size AA (R6) batteries by matching the +
and ­ on the batteries to the diagram inside the battery
compartment.
Insert the negative (­) end first, then push in and down
until the positive (+) end clicks into position.
When using the remote, point it at the remote sensor
on the player.
Hooking Up the System
Overview
This section describes how to hook up the CD player to
an amplifier. Be sure to turn off the power of each
component before making the connections.
CD player
Amplifier
: Signal flow
White
(L)
Red
(R)
White
(L)
Red
(R)
What cords will I need?
Audio cord (supplied) (1)
ANALOG OUT
(L)
ANALOG OUT
(R)
Audio input
(L)
Audio input
(R)
To an AC outlet
To an AC outlet
z When to replace batteries
With normal use, the batteries should last for about six
months. When the remote no longer operates the player,
replace all the batteries with new ones.
Notes
· Do not leave the remote near an extremely hot or humid
place.
· Do not drop any foreign object into the remote casing,
particularly when replacing the batteries.
· Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or
lighting apparatuses. Doing so may cause a malfunction.
· If you don't use the remote for an extended period of time,
remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery
leakage and corrosion.
Getting Started
DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)


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Getting Started
Getting Started
5GB
Hookups
When connecting an audio cord, be sure to match the
color-coded cord to the appropriate jacks on the
components: Red (right) to Red and White (left) to
White. Be sure to make connections firmly to avoid
hum and noise.
Amplifier
CD player
z You can adjust the output level to the amplifier (CDP-
CE345 only) Z
Press ANALOG OUT LEVEL +/­ on the remote. You can
reduce the output level up to ­20 dB.
When you reduce the output level, "FADE" appears in
the display.
When you turn off the player, the output level
automatically returns to the maximum level.
Note
If you press the ANALOG OUT LEVEL +/­ buttons on
the remote while recording, the recording level will
change even when it is preset on the tape deck, etc.
· If you have a digital component such as a digital
amplifier, D/A converter, DAT or MD
Connect the component via the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)
connector using the optical cable (not supplied). Take off
the cap and plug in the optical cable.
Note that you cannot use fading in or out (page 15) and
Time Fade (page 15) functions when making this
connection.
Connecting the AC power cord
Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet.
Transporting the player
Before transporting the player, follow the procedure
below to return the internal mechanisms back to their
original position.
1
Remove all the discs from the disc tray.
2
Press A OPEN/CLOSE to close the disc tray.
"no dISC" appears in the display.
3
Wait for 10 seconds, then press POWER to turn off
the player.
POC-15
Optical cable (not supplied)
Note
When you connect via the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL)
connector, noise may occur when you play CD software other
than music, such as a CD-ROM.
Digital component
CD player
Setting the voltage selector (voltage
selector equipped models only)
Check that the voltage selector on the rear panel of the
player is set to the local power line voltage. If not, set
the selector to the correct position using a screwdriver
before connecting the AC power cord to a wall outlet.
INPUT
CD
L
R
L
R
ANALOG
OUT
DIGITAL
OUT
OPTICAL
DIGITAL
INPUT
OPTICAL
110 - 120 V
220 - 240 V