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Compact Disc
Recorder
Operating Instructions
Owner's Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the rear panel. Record the serial number
in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer
regarding this product.
Model No.
RCD-W3
©2002 Sony Corporation
RCD-W3
Serial No.
4-241-664-12(1)
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the rear panel. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. RCD-W3 ©2002 Sony Corporation... - Page 2 CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES- 003. Welcome Thank you for purchasing the Sony Compact Disc Recorder. Before operating the recorder, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
- Page 3 Precautions On safety • Should any solid object or liquid fall into the cabinet, unplug the recorder and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further. • The use of optical instruments with this product will increase the risk of eye hazard. On power sources •...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Contents Getting Started Unpacking ... 5 Hooking Up the System ... 5 This Recorder Can Use the Following Discs ... 6 Basic Operations Playing a CD ... 7 Using the display ... 8 Locating a Specific Track ... 10 Locating a Particular Point in a Track ... -
Page 5: Getting Started
Getting Started Unpacking Check that you received the following items: • Audio connecting cord (2) • Remote commander (remote) (1) • Size AA (R6) batteries (2). Inserting batteries into the remote You can control the recorder using the supplied remote. Insert two size AA (R6) batteries by matching the 3 and # ends on the batteries to the markings inside the compartment. -
Page 6: This Recorder Can Use The Following Discs
Hookups Connecting the recorder to an amplifier Connect the amplifier to the ANALOG IN/ OUT jacks using the audio connecting cords (supplied), making sure to match the color- coded cords to the appropriate jacks on the components: red (R) to red and white (L) to white. -
Page 7: Basic Operations
Basic Operations Playing a CD This recorder has two decks. When using the remote, set SELECT to CD for operations on DECK A (the CD player section), or to CDR for operations on DECK B (the CD-R or CD- RW recording section). In this manual, the CD player section is just called DECK A, and the CD-R and CD-RW recording section is called DECK B. -
Page 8: Using The Display
Using the display When you check the total number of tracks and total playing time of the disc while the recorder is stopped, the information appears as follows: DECK A DECK B Using the TIME button You can use the TIME button to check disc and track information such as the total track number, total playing time of the tracks, track number and remaining time of the track... -
Page 9: Checking The Remaining Recordable Time
Checking the remaining recordable time When you placed an unfinalized CD-R or CD- RW in the DECK B, you can also check the remaining recordable time. The information appears as follows: Before using the remote, set SELECT to CDR for operations on DECK B. Each time you press TIME, the front panel display is change as below. -
Page 10: Locating A Specific Track
Locating a Specific Track You can quickly locate any track while playing a disc by using the AMS . and > (Automatic Music Sensor) on the deck, . and > buttons on the remote, or number buttons on the remote. Before using the remote, set SELECT to CD for operations on DECK A, or to CDR for operations on DECK B. -
Page 11: Locating A Particular Point In A Track
Locating a Particular Point in a Track You can also use the m and M buttons to locate a particular point in a track during playback or playback pause. Before using the remote, set SELECT to CD for operations on DECK A, or to CDR for operations on DECK B. -
Page 12: Playing In Random Order (Shuffle Play)
Playing in Random Order (Shuffle Play) You can have the recorder “shuffle” tracks and play them in random order. Before using the remote, set SELECT to CD for operations on DECK A, or to CDR for operations on DECK B. SHUFFLE PLAY While the recorder is stopped or playing, press... -
Page 13: Alternating Discs From One Tray To The Other (Relay Play)
To erase the last programmed track Press CLEAR on the remote. Each time you press the button, the last programmed track is erased. The program remains even after Program Play ends. When you press H, you can play the same program again. -
Page 14: Recording On Cdr
Recording on CDR Recording a CD to CD-R or CD-RW disc at Normal Speed (Normal Speed Synchro-Recording) You can easily make digital recordings from a CD to a CD-R, or CD-RW, making track numbers in the same sequence as the original Before recording, see “Notes”... -
Page 15: Recording A Cd To Cd-R Or Cd-Rw Disc At High Speed
Recording a CD to CD-R or CD-RW disc at High Speed (High Speed Synchro-Recording) You can easily make digital recordings from a CD to a CD-R, or CD-RW, faster than normal Synchro-Recording, making track numbers in the same sequence as the original CD. Before recording, see “Notes”... - Page 16 Notes • You cannot record over existing material. The recorder automatically starts recording from the end of the existing material. • Make sure that the remaining recordable time on the CD-R or CD-RW is longer than the playing time of the CD, especially if you want to record all the tracks on the CD.
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Page 17: Recording On A Cd-R Or Cd-Rw Disc Manually
Recording on a CD-R or CD-RW disc Manually You can start recording from the end of the existing material. When using the remote, set SELECT to CDR for operations on DECK B. To perform Synchro-Recording, see “Recording a CD to CD-R or CD-RW disc at Normal Speed”... -
Page 18: Auto/Manual Track Increment
Adjusting the Recording Level (ANALOG IN only) You can adjust the recording level using the REC LEVEL control on the front panel. Adjust the recording level so that the “OVER” indicator on the level is not normally appears. The “OVER” indicator If rec level is too loud, “OVER”... -
Page 19: Finalizing A Cd-R Or Cd-Rw Disc
Finalizing a CD-R or CD- RW disc Finalizing completes the recording of a disc. It enables you to play the disc on other players. (The player must be CD-RW compatible. ) When a recording is finished, a CD-R or CD- RW disc must be finalized. -
Page 20: Unfinalizing A Cd-Rw Disc
Unfinalizing a CD-RW disc A CD-RW disc is both recordable and rewritable. However, the process of rewriting or erasing is different from of cassette tapes. Unfinalizing a CD-RW disc A finalized CD-RW is neither recordable nor rewritable. If you want to add new tracks or erase single tracks, you must first unfinalize the disc. -
Page 21: Erasing A Single Track Of Cd-Rw Disc
Erasing a single track of CD-RW disc You can erase one track on a CD-RW at a time. This process starts with the last track on the disc. Please note that before erasing a track, you must unfinalize the disc. If the disc is not unfinalized, follow the instructions of “Unfinalizing a CD-RW disc”... -
Page 22: Additional Information
Additional Information Error Messages The following table explains the error messages that appear in the display. Message Explanation • A record-related button has been CHECK DISC pressed when a finalized disc is in the DECK B. • A record-related button has been pressed when a standard CD is in the DECK B. -
Page 23: Troubleshooting
If the recorder still does not operate properly, or if other problems not described above occur, turn off the recorder, then reinsert the plug into the power outlet. Should any problem persist even after reinserting the power plug, consult your nearest Sony dealer. -
Page 24: Specifications
OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT (Square optical connector jack) Wavelength 660 nm Output level -18 dBm PHONES (Phone jacks) 28 mW, 32 ohms Sony Corporation Printed in China General Power requirements U.S.A. and Canada 120 V AC, 60 Hz Other countries 110 – 240 V AC, 50/60...