Sony Portable Radio XDR S50 User Manual

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Setting the clock  
Presetting your favourite  
services  
PTY (Programme Type)  
Specifications  
“AM 12:00” (or “0:00”) will blink in the display when the batteries are installed  
or the AC power adaptor is plugged in, and then POWER is pressed for the first  
time after purchase, or after resetting.  
This function indicates services in programme type, such as NEWS, SPORTS of  
the PTY list, transmitted in the DAB.  
Time display  
UK  
12-hour system  
There are two ways to preset services, Direct Preset and Preset Mode.  
You can preset 10 services, including 3 services stored on the Direct Preset  
buttons (PRESET 1 3).  
English  
Other countries/regions  
24-hour system  
If the received service does not transmit the programme type, “ NO PTY Data ”  
appears.  
1 Hold down CLOCK for more than 2 seconds to show the time set  
display.  
You can enjoy any three preset services as Direct Presets, for immediate recall by  
pressing one of the PRESET 1 3 buttons. Preset services you use often to  
Direct Preset for your convenience.  
Frequency range  
2 Turn U (up)/u (down) to select “OFF” and press PRESET/  
DAB DIGITAL  
Programme type  
Undefined  
Display  
Band  
Frequency  
WARNING  
ENTER.  
None  
DAB (Band-III)  
174.928 - 239.200 MHz  
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this  
apparatus to rain or moisture.  
The hour indication starts blinking.  
Example: 12-hour system.  
RADIO  
Presetting services  
News  
News  
DAB (Band-III) frequency table  
(MHz)  
No. Channel Frequency  
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to  
qualified personnel only.  
Current Affairs  
Information  
Sport  
Current Affairs  
Information  
Sport  
To preset by Direct Preset  
TIME SET  
AM 12:00  
No. Channel Frequency  
1 Follow steps 1 to 3 in “Operating the radio” and manually tune in  
to the service you wish to preset.  
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in  
cabinet.  
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not place objects filled with  
liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.  
Connect the AC power adaptor to an easily accessible AC outlet. Should you  
notice an abnormality in the AC power adaptor, disconnect it from the AC outlet  
immediately.  
Operating Instructions  
Manual de instrucciones  
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2
5A  
5B  
5C  
5D  
6A  
6B  
6C  
6D  
7A  
7B  
7C  
7D  
8A  
8B  
8C  
8D  
9A  
9B  
9C  
174.928  
176.640  
178.352  
180.064  
181.936  
183.648  
185.360  
187.072  
188.928  
190.640  
192.352  
194.064  
195.936  
197.648  
199.360  
201.072  
202.928  
204.640  
206.352  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
25  
26  
27  
28  
29  
30  
31  
32  
33  
34  
35  
36  
37  
38  
9D  
208.064  
10A  
10B  
10C  
10D  
11A  
11B  
11C  
11D  
12A  
12B  
12C  
12D  
13A  
13B  
13C  
13D  
13E  
13F  
209.936  
211.648  
213.360  
215.072  
216.928  
218.640  
220.352  
222.064  
223.936  
225.648  
227.360  
229.072  
230.784  
232.496  
234.208  
235.776  
237.488  
239.200  
Education  
Education  
2 Hold down one of the PRESET buttons (PRESET 1 3) for  
3 Turn U/u to set the hour, and then press PRESET/ENTER.  
The minute indication starts blinking.  
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more than 2 seconds.  
Drama  
Drama  
4 Turn U/u to set the minute, then press PRESET/ENTER.  
A beep sounds and “STORED” appears for one second in the display, and the  
service is stored.  
4
Culture  
Cultures  
The clock starts operating, and “:” starts blinking.  
5
Science  
Science  
To preset by Preset Mode  
Tips  
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Varied  
Varied Speech  
Pop Music  
• To set the current time rapidly, hold U/u.  
1 Follow steps 1 to 3 in “Operating the radio” and manually tune in  
to the service you wish to preset.  
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Pop Music  
Rock Music  
Easy Listening Music  
Light Classical  
Serious Classical  
Other Music  
Weather  
• To set the current time exactly to the seconds, adjust the minute function in step  
4 and then press PRESET/ENTER to synchronize it with a time signal (such  
as the telephone time signal).  
• The clock system varies depending on the model purchased. For example, in  
the 24-hour system, “0:00” is indicated as midnight, and “12:00” is indicated as  
noon.  
Features  
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Rock Music  
Easy Listening  
Light Classics M  
Serious Classics  
Other Music  
Weather & Metr  
Finance  
2 Hold down PRESET/ENTER for more than 2 seconds.  
The component label and the preset number appears in the display.  
3 Turn U/u to select the favourite number to preset, then press  
PRESET/ENTER.  
• DAB(Band-III) Digital Radio.  
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• Easy view, 2-line character dot LCD display.  
• Simple operation for station selection.  
• Three Direct preset station buttons.  
• Sleep timer and clock display.  
• Stereo headphone jack.  
• Battery (LR6 × 4) or mains operated.  
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
STORED” appears for one second in the display and the service is stored.  
Notes  
• If you do not operate within 65 seconds while setting the clock, the clock  
setting mode will be cancelled.  
• To cancel the clock setting mode halfway, press CLOCK.  
• To show the current time as DAB is received, press DISPLAY.  
(See “Changing the display”).  
Notes  
Printed on 100% recycled  
paper using VOC (Volatile  
Organic Compound)-free  
vegetable oil based ink.  
• To preset another service, repeat these steps.  
• To change the preset service, tune in to the desired service and repeat steps 2  
and 3. The new service will replace the previous service.  
Finance  
Children’s programmes  
Social Affairs  
Religion  
Children’s Progs  
Social Affairs  
Religion  
XDR-S50  
Choosing power sources  
Tuning in to a preset service  
© 2006 Sony Corporation  
Printed in China  
Installing Batteries (See fig. A)  
Setting the Clock Auto  
Adjustment Function  
This function enables the built-in clock of this unit to automatically synchronize  
with any DAB data being received.  
Phone In  
Phone In  
Direct Preset  
1 Open the battery compartment at the rear of the unit.  
2 Install four LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries (not supplied),  
observing polarity, and then close the lid.  
Travel  
Travel & Touring  
Leisure & Hobby  
Jazz Music  
Country Music  
National Music  
Oldies Music  
Folk Music  
Documentary  
Press one of the PRESET buttons (PRESET 1 3) on which the  
desired service is stored.  
Leisure  
Speaker:  
Approx. 7.7 cm (3.0 inches) dia. 8 Ω  
Power output:  
0.3 W (at 10 % harmonic distortion)  
Output:  
i (headphone) jack (ø 3.5 mm, stereo mini jack)  
Power requirements:  
6 V DC, four LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries  
External power source:  
Jazz Music  
Country Music  
National Music  
Oldies Music  
Folk Music  
Documentary  
Preset Mode  
1 Hold down CLOCK for more than 2 seconds to show the time set  
display.  
2 Turn U/u to select “ON” and press PRESET/ENTER.  
Battery Life (Approx. hours)  
When using  
(JEITA*)  
1 Press TUNE MODE repeatedly until “P ” appears in the display.  
DAB  
2 Turn U/u to select the desired preset favourite service.  
Sony alkaline LR6 (size AA)  
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HOLD TUNE MODE SC  
PRESET 1, 2, 3  
Note  
AUTO TIME SET  
ON OFF  
If you do not operate within 65 seconds during the above steps, the current mode  
will be cancelled.  
* Measured by JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries  
Association) standards. The actual battery life may vary depending on the  
circumstance of the unit.  
POWER  
HOLD  
SLEEP  
TUNE MODE AUTO TUNE  
SC  
PRESET  
/
ENTER  
DC IN 6 V  
Dimensions:  
1
2
3
CLOCK ADJ ” lights and DAB data adjusts the clock as it is received.  
Deleting a preset service  
Approx. 189 × 102.8 × 37.9 mm (w/h/d)  
Notes  
1 Follow steps in “Tuning in to a preset service” and tune in to the  
Knowing when to replace the batteries  
When the batteries become weak, the sound becomes weak and distorted.  
When the batteries are completely exhausted, “E” appears on the display and  
the power is turned off.  
When “E” appears, replace all batteries with new ones. After the batteries are  
replaced, press POWER to turn the indication off.  
(Approx. 7 12 × 4 18 × 1 12 inches) incl. projecting parts and controls  
• If DAB is not available (depending on area), you can disable this function.  
• If this function is active while adjusting the clock manually, DAB data will  
adjust the clock the next time the unit receives it.  
Preventing Accidental  
Operation  
service you wish to delete.  
Mass:  
POWER  
SLEEP AUTO TUNE PRESET/ENTER  
Approx. 486 g (1 lb 1.1oz) incl. batteries  
Supplied accessories:  
2 Hold down PRESET/ENTER for more than 4 seconds.  
DELETE OK?” appears in the display.  
AC power adaptor (1)  
3 Press PRESET/ENTER.  
— HOLD Function  
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.  
When the preset service is deleted, the preceding preset service is received.  
This function prevents the radio from being unintentionally turned on, or the  
radio service frequency from being accidentally changed. Slide HOLD in the  
direction of the arrow. When any key is pressed, “<HOLD>” blinks for 3 seconds  
and all buttons on the radio become inoperative.  
Headphone  
jack  
Operating the radio  
Note  
Notes on replacing the batteries  
The unit can receive DAB services, and features  
To cancel deleting during the procedure, press DISPLAY. The preset service  
tuned in to in step 1 is received.  
• Do not take more than about 1 minutes to replace the batteries, otherwise the  
clock, any lists of receivable broadcasts for DAB scan, preset favourite services  
and all settings will be initialized. Should that happen, set the functions again.  
• If the batteries are replaced while the power is on, the unit may revert to the  
factory setting.  
Halogenated flame retardants are not  
used in printed wiring boards.  
ALPHABETICAL, PRESET, and MANUAL modes.  
To cancel hold, slide HOLD in the opposite direction of the arrow.  
ALPHABETICAL: To select a stored service in alphabetical order.  
PRESET: To select preset services. “P ” appears in the display.  
MANUAL: To adjust the frequency incrementally.  
DC IN 6V  
Other useful functions  
To reset the unit (See fig. E)  
U/u dial  
Setting the Sleep Timer  
Notes on batteries  
• Do not attempt to recharge dry batteries.  
Press this button with a pointed object when the radio fails to function properly.  
The clock settings, and the services you have preset, etc., will revert to the  
factory preset.  
1 Press POWER to turn on the radio.  
You can enjoy falling asleep to the radio using the built-in sleep timer that turns  
off the radio automatically after a preset duration.  
When the unit is turned on again, the last band you listened to is received.  
• Do not carry batteries with coins or other metallic objects. It can generate heat  
if the positive and negative terminals of the batteries are accidentally contacted  
by a metallic object.  
• If you are not going to use the unit for a long time, remove the batteries to  
avoid damage from battery leakage and corrosion.  
• Do not use different types of batteries at the same time.  
• When you replace the batteries, replace all with new ones.  
DC IN 6V  
VOL  
2 Press TUNE MODE to select the desired mode.  
Each press changes the tuning mode between ALPHABETICAL and  
PRESET.  
To change to MANUAL, hold down TUNE MODE for more than 2 seconds.  
Press again to return to the previous mode.  
3 Turn U/u to tune to the desired service.  
Two short beeps sound when the lowest ensemble of DAB is received during  
tuning.  
1 Press SLEEP.  
SLEEP” and the timer setting appear.  
Precautions  
DSPL  
• Operate the unit only on the power sources specified in “Specifications”. For  
battery operation, use four LR6 (size AA) alkaline batteries. For AC operation,  
use only the supplied AC power adaptor. Do not use any other type of AC  
power adaptor.  
SLEEP 60  
DISPLAY  
CLOCK  
LIGHT  
BETA 1  
EUROPEAN EQUITIE  
CLOCK  
LIGHT  
If you press SLEEP while the unit is turned off, the unit is turned on.  
2 Press SLEEP repeatedly to select the desired sleep timer setting.  
Each press changes the setting time as follows:  
If the battery compartment lid comes off  
(See fig. B)  
The battery compartment lid is designed to come off when opened with excessive  
force. To put it back on, see the illustration.  
• The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is  
connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.  
4 Adjust the volume using VOL.  
• Use the unit within a temperature range of 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F). If it is  
used in temperatures higher than this range, numbers may appear in the display  
which have nothing to do with the frequency being received. If it is used in  
temperatures lower than this range, the numbers displayed may change very  
slowly. (These irregularities will disappear and there will be no damage to the  
unit when the unit is used in the recommended temperature range.)  
• The nameplate indicating operating voltage, etc. is located on the bottom  
exterior.  
• Avoid exposure to temperature extremes, direct sunlight, moisture, sand, dust or  
mechanical shock. Never leave in a car parked in the sun.  
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the unit, disconnect the AC power  
adaptor and remove the batteries, and have the unit checked by a qualified  
personnel before operating it any further.  
• In vehicles or buildings, radio reception may be difficult or noisy. Try listening  
near a window.  
• Since a strong magnet is used for the speakers, keep away personal credit cards  
using magnetic coding or spring-wound watches from the unit to prevent  
possible damage from the magnet.  
Notes in DAB usage  
• Before receiving DAB broadcasts, one or more ensembles should be stored in  
the list by the DAB scan. (See “Initial setting for the DAB”).  
• If there are no services, you can choose only MANUAL mode.  
• “< NO ENSEMBLE >” appears when the ensemble for the selected service  
60  
45  
30  
15  
OFF  
1 Insert the right hinge of the lid into the right hole of the unit.  
2 Insert the left hinge in the left hole of the unit.  
A
B
Two short beeps sound when the display returns to “SLEEP 60”.  
After about 3 seconds, “SLEEP ” appears in the display when the duration time is  
set.  
cannot be received.  
LR6 (size AA) × 4  
Using House Current (See fig. C)  
Connect the AC power adaptor (supplied) to the DC IN 6 V jack firmly, and plug  
it into a wall outlet.  
The unit automatically turns off when the duration time is passed.  
BETA 1  
<NO ENSEMBLE>  
To change the Sleep Timer setting  
Press SLEEP repeatedly to select the desired sleep timer setting even after the  
sleep timer has been activated.  
1
Notes on the AC power adaptor  
• If a selected service finishes broadcasting, sound stops and “< NO SERVICE >”  
appears. In this case, turn U/u to select another service.  
• When operating the unit with the internal batteries, remove the AC power  
adaptor from the wall outlet and the DC IN 6 V jack. Make sure that the plug of  
the external power source is disconnected before operating the unit.  
• Use the supplied Sony AC power adaptor only. The polarity of the plugs of  
other manufacturers may be different. Failure to use the supplied AC power  
adaptor may cause the unit to malfunction.  
2
To deactivate the Sleep Timer  
Press POWER to turn off the unit before the setting time has elapsed, or press  
SLEEP repeatedly to set the sleep timer to “SLEEP OFF” in step 2.  
About the SC (Secondary Component)  
If the selected primary component has a secondary component, “SC ” blinks on  
the display.  
SLEEP ” disappears from the display.  
Insert the E side of the  
battery first.  
• To clean the casing, use a soft cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution.  
BETA 4  
EUROPEAN EQUITIE  
To listen with headphones (not supplied)  
Connect headphones to the i (headphone) jack. The sound through the speaker  
Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the  
European Union and other European countries with separate  
collection systems)  
will not be heard.  
C
Press SC to receive the desired secondary component. “SC ” appears while the  
secondary component is received.  
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  
To illuminate the LCD  
Press LIGHT to select the backlight on or off.  
Improving the reception  
Turn U/u or pressing SC does the following:  
(See fig. D)  
Notes  
U (up) or u (down)  
DAB Band-III:  
• The first time you turn on the unit in AC operation, the backlight is set to on  
(default). Any change to this setting will be retained.  
• When DC operation, the backlight will turn off automatically if no operation is  
performed for 30 seconds.  
Extend the telescopic aerial and adjust the length and the angle for best reception.  
AC power adaptor  
(supplied)  
Ensemble  
Service 1  
Component  
Note  
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.  
Adjust the direction of the aerial by holding the bottom of it.  
The aerial can be damaged when you move the aerial with  
excessive force.  
Service 2  
Changing the display  
Component  
If you have any questions or problems concerning your unit, please  
consult your nearest Sony dealer.  
DC IN 6V  
To change the display mode  
SC  
Service 3  
Press DISPLAY. The selected display mode remains even if you turn the unit off  
and on again, or change the band.  
Initial setting for the DAB  
Component  
Secondary Component  
When the batteries are installed, or when the AC power adaptor is plugged in for  
the first time after purchase (or after resetting), the unit will automatically scan  
and create a list of receivable broadcasts.  
A dynamic label can be up to 128 characters long. PTY, service and ensemble  
labels can be up to 16 characters long.  
Troubleshooting  
D
E
Service 4  
Should any problem persist after you have made the following checks, consult  
your nearest Sony dealer.  
If you wish to scan for the DAB broadcasts again, or when the unit is reset, do the  
following:  
Aerial  
Each time you press DISPLAY, the bottom in a display changes as follows:  
Component  
Secondary Component A  
Display is dim, or no indication is displayed.  
• The unit is being used in extremely high or low temperatures or in a place with  
excessive moisture.  
Component label  
1 Adjust the aerial accordingly.  
Secondary Component B  
Dynamic label  
PTY label  
2 Press POWER to turn on the radio.  
3 Hold down AUTO TUNE for more than 2 seconds.  
INIT INITIALIZE OK?” appears in the display.  
4 Press PRESET/ENTER.  
BETA 1  
EUROPEAN EQUITIE  
BETA 1  
Very weak or interrupted sound, or unsatisfactory reception.  
• If you are in a building, listen near a window.  
Note  
NEWS  
When the selected secondary component is finished, the unit returns  
automatically to the primary component.  
A service cannot be received when a PRESET button is pressed.  
• The service has not been preset.  
• Another service is preset. Preset the service again.  
No sound will be heard, and “<SCANNING>” appears in the display. DAB  
scan takes about 30 ~ 90 seconds. When finished, the unit receives the first  
service in alphabetical order stored by the DAB scan.  
Signal level  
Service label  
BETA 1  
SIGNAL LEVEL:100  
BETA 1  
BETA 1  
The preset services may be initialized, if a maintenance service is performed.  
Please keep a copy of your settings in case you want to preset them again.  
INIT <SCANNING>  
BIT rate  
Ensemble label  
BETA 1  
BIT RATE:192kbps  
BETA 1  
BETA DIGITAL ONE  
Notes  
• If you do not operate within 65 seconds, the initial scan mode will be cancelled.  
• If no broadcasts are found by the DAB scan, “SIGNAL NOT FOUND” appears  
in the display.  
Clock  
Frequency  
BETA 1  
BETA 1  
12B 225.648MHz  
SIGNAL NOT FOUND  
AM 11:55  
• To cancel the DAB scan halfway, press AUTO TUNE. Any services received  
before you cancel are added to the list of receivable services.  
• If the batteries are removed for a certain period, the received history list will be  
deleted, requiring you to scan again.  
• If you set the initial setting, any DAB services registered as PRESET are  
If you turn U/u to change the service, the display does not change.  
Notes  
RESET button  
• If there is no service label, no message will be displayed.  
• If there is no dynamic label, “<NO DLS>” will appear.  
erased.  
• If you change the unit’s location of use, or want to add a new service after the  
initial setting, press and release AUTO TUNE. “FULL <SCANNING>” appears  
in the display and the unit will automatically scan and create a list of receivable  
services.  
Stretched display  
While a component label is displayed in the fist line of the display, hold down  
DISPLAY for more than 2 seconds. The display changes to stretched display.  
BETA 1  
Each time you press DISPLAY while the first line is displayed as stretched, it  
changes as follows:  
Component label t Dynamic label t PTY label t Service label t  
Ensemble label t Frequency t Clock t BIT rate t Signal level t  
Component label  
Holding down DISPLAY for more than 2 seconds returns the display to normal.  
 

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