SONY BOOMBOX CFD-G700CP REDEFINED (ACT THREE REDUX) You can also consider purchasing another Sony boombox to entertain senior citizens as well. The Sony CFD-S350SILVER boombox features a CD Player, Cassette Player/Recorder, Digital FM/AM Tuner, and two high quality stereo speakers. The Sony CFD-S350 boombox is much lighter in weight and therefore much more portable than the other two XPLOD boombox models. The Sony CFD-S350 boombox offers high quality sound that will easily fill a medium sized room with great sound, without producing extremely deep bass notes that tend to annoy seniors. The Sony XPLOD boombox operating instructions indicate under the section "Connecting Optional Component," that a portable digital music player or any Sony Walkman MP3 Player with a 3.5mm Stereo Headphone Output Jack can be connected to the 3.5mm Auxiliary Line Input Jack of either XPLOD Portable Stereo. The connecting cord for audio playback of the Sony Walkman MP3 Player is not supplied with the Sony XPLOD Portable Stereo. The optional cable must have a 3.5mm stereo mini plug on both ends for proper connection. Either Sony RK-G136 Audio Connecting Cord or a Dynex DX-MP35B stereo extension cable can be used for Sony Walkman MP3 Player playback through the robust XPLOD boombox speaker system. Sony recommends that the portable music player and the XPLOD boombox both be powered off when making this connection. Sony does in fact make Speaker and Alarm Clock Docking Stations for their own Sony Walkman MP3 Players. However, the Sony XPLOD boombox product category is a better choice for your Sony portable digital music player playback needs. The Sony Speaker Dock products are not portable solutions for music playback just about anywhere at any time. The Sony Walkman Speaker Dock can’t accept alkaline batteries as a direct current power source. As a result, a Sony Walkman Docking Station can’t be taken to the same number of outdoor venues as the Sony XPLOD boomboxes for a superlative mobile audio performance. Moreover, both Sony XPLOD boomboxes offer elite sound performance from broadcast FM/AM radio stations, compact discs, old school cassettes, and today’s most popular MP3 Players that a Sony Docking Station just can’t match. The Sony XPLOD boombox’s flagship feature is a center-positioned Power Drive Woofer that provides low bass frequency acoustic output that is profound, clear, focused, accurate, and the P.D.W. provides sonic punch with the utmost professional realism. The Sony XPLOD CFD-G505BLACK boombox or its very close product sibling, the Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox can operate on alkaline batteries for musical entertainment to go. There is no information contained in the operating instructions that supports habitual long-term outdoor use for advanced mobile audio applications. The Sony XPLOD boombox does not feature a water-resistant or waterproof construction. The XPLOD boombox is suitable to go outside to entertain customers for a family picnic, backyard barbecue, on the patio, apartment balcony, at the outdoor gym, for dance instruction at dance class, the local park, on a tool cart while making repairs on the car during a late summer afternoon. The Sony XPLOD boombox can be taken to the beach or boardwalk in the summertime, but this item should not be exposed to the direct rays of the sun for an extended period of time. Excessive exposure to sun rays at the beach or in a parked car with the windows closed on a clear summer day should be avoided in order to prevent heat related damage to critical internal XPLOD boombox components. The Sony XPLOD boombox is very heavy at approximately 20 pounds with 8 D cell alkaline batteries installed in the bottom panel battery compartment. Some customers may feel uncomfortable or awkward transporting the Sony XPLOD boombox outdoors for many different types of events that require portable audio entertainment. The operating instructions also indicate that it should not be subjected to excessive amounts of water splashing, water infiltration inside cabinet openings, dust or sand infiltration, a product drop to the ground, and severe mechanical shock. Moreover, the operating instructions suggest that the XPLOD boombox should not be placed on an unstable surface and customers should not obstruct ventilation openings in the product casing to prevent overheating issues. The Sony XPLOD boombox may suffer cosmetic scratches, dents, or blemishes and the casing may become soiled when it is exposed to the outdoor elements on a consistent basis. Unfortunately, any of the above mentioned incidents that may occur while the portable stereo is located outdoors could cause damage, product operation error, or complete product malfunction to the Sony XPLOD boombox. Such product abuse may not be covered by the manufacturer’s factory warranty that provides protections to consumers against product defects that occur during normal usage. The Sony XPLOD boomboxes should always be kept indoors during inclement weather. It is my opinion that the Sony XPLOD boombox’s maximum product lifespan will only occur when this product is used exclusively at home or in a secure indoor location. The Sony XPLOD boombox should not be exposed to extremely hot or cold temperatures for any extended period of time to prevent disruption of compact disc playback. Nonetheless, there are many benefits to using the Sony XPLOD boombox exclusively indoors that include: substantially increased product longevity, class leading sound quality with prodigious low bass performance for the boombox product category that can rival or even beat the acoustic output power of many compact stereo shelf systems or component stereo systems, and consumers can expect to conserve D cell battery power by plugging it into an available wall outlet, power strip, or surge protector as well. An external power amplifier can’t be added to the Sony XPLOD Portable Stereo system for more powerful sound reproduction. The Sony XPLOD boombox’s portability would be adversely impacted if a component stereo power amplifier could be attached to it. However, it is possible to connect a third party stereo headphone power amplifier sporting 3.5mm Line Input and Output Jacks to the Sony XPLOD boombox’s 3.5mm Stereo Headphone Output Jack for more powerful private listening sessions through an optional pair of dynamic stereo headphones or HD stereo headphones. It is not necessary to connect an external power amp to this magnificent Sony XPLOD boombox. The elite Sony XPLOD boombox product line offers prodigious sound output that is just perfect for your next party or any other entertainment event where club music playback is required. The Sony XPLOD Portable Stereo System boasts 20 Watts (RMS) of party rattling amplifier power, a world-class three or five speaker high-performance stereo drivers to pump out your favorite tunes at near concert quality levels, an exhilarating 4-inch or 5-inch Power Drive Woofer to recreate the studio nightclub atmosphere in the home or outdoors at your next summer beach party, a Digital FM Stereo/AM Tuner for drift-free radio reception day or night, a single-disc CD Player with a 1-bit D/A converter for awesome Sony sound, a single cassette deck to provide some old-school entertainment from your dusty cassette collection, and a 3.5mm Line Input Jack to accommodate all of your continuously loud MP3 file playback needs from a connected iPhone. Sony does not support MP3 CD playback on the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505 boombox. Unfortunately, the lack of MP3 CD playback is the primary reason why the Sony CFD-G505BLACK boombox received some negative reviews in Best Buy community forums. Customers rating the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505 Portable Stereo with 1 or 2 stars were most likely creating MP3 file format CDs on their computers and then attempting to play them back on the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505 boombox. Sony does support MP3 CD playback but not on this particular model. However, MP3 CD Playback is supported on Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox, or Sony ZS-H10CP Heavy Duty CD Boombox. It is possible that under various recording conditions with a personal computer that user created MP3 discs from a third party software application, such as the Microsoft Windows Media Player, will play correctly in the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505 boombox. Nonetheless, MP3 CD Playback on the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505 boombox is outside of the scope of normal product operation and product feature guidelines as defined by the manufacturer. The Sony XPLOD CFD-G505 boombox does not incorporate MP3 CD Folder Search +/- buttons or ID3 Tag Information Display into its product feature set. Moreover, it is likely that some customers will report great success with MP3 CD Playback on the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505 boombox while others will express their sincere disappointment in its MP3 CD Playback capability. The Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/CFD-G700CP boomboxes are capable of transferring cassette recordings to your computer in compressed .WAV and/or .MP3 digital file formats for personal archival purposes. However, because Sony does not provide the requisite sound recording/editing software to complete this digital file transfer task, the quality of transferred recordings from the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boomboxes can’t be guaranteed by the manufacturer. The Sony XPLOD boomboxes do not feature any USB 2.0 Output Port to connect to a corresponding USB 2.0 Input Port on a PC or Mac to transfer analog compact cassette music recordings to a computer in the .MP3 or .WAV compressed file formats. Nonetheless, you can connect your Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox to your computer to begin this music file transfer. You will need either a 3.5mm-male-to-3.5mm-male stereo patch cable (Dynex DX-MP35B) or a 3.5mm-male-to-dual RCA phono plug Y-audio cable (Dynex DX-MP3RCA7) to connect the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox’s 3.5mm Stereo Headphone Output Jack to a 3.5mm or RCA Stereo Line Input Jack on your desktop, laptop, or all-in-one computer. Alternatively, you can connect the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox to your computer with a 3.5mm-to-USB audio adapter such as the Logitech USB to 3.5mm Audio Jack Adapter. You will need a sound recording/editing software program that is already installed on your computer such as Microsoft Windows Sound Recorder or a sound editing program such as Audacity 2.0.3 (or current version) or Sound Recorder 2.1 Mac (or current version) that can be downloaded from the internet to your computer to begin the cassette transfer process. You must power on your computer, open the sound editing software once the operating system is completely loaded, insert a prerecorded or homemade normal bias cassette into the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox, press the Cassette Player Play button on the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox, and click the Record button in the sound editing software at the same time to start the tape transfer process to your computer in a digital file format of your choice. It may be necessary to select the Line Input Jack on the computer as the recording source in the sound editing software prior to recording operations. You must also type and save a file name for your new recording. Press the Stop button on the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox to end the computer tape transfer recording process. You may need to download a LAME MP3 encoding v.3.99.3 (or current version) plug-in for the Audacity software to transfer music data from the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox in the compressed MP3 file format to your computer. The transferred music from the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox can be burned on an audio CD-R/RW disc on your computer once the cassette file transfer process is completed. The Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox can be made part of an emergency prep kit in advance of a natural disaster, severe weather event, unplanned weather events, high wind warning, tornado, water main break, building collapse, bridge collapse, construction site accident, boating vessel accident, gasoline shortage, plane crash, train derailment, drought conditions, emergency water usage restrictions, water supply contamination, manmade catastrophe, terrorist attack, explosion, asteroid collision, during periods of civil unrest, to receive notice of abhorrent criminal conduct taking place in the neighborhood on FM or AM news radio broadcasts, or to receive F.C.C. mandated Emergency Alert System broadcasts (EAS) on the FM/AM Bands. Personally, I can’t recommend a wind-up hand crank radio. I have never reached a point in my life that I have experienced a complete disposable battery shortage. I have never run out of D cell battery power during a power outage that I can remember. D cell alkaline batteries are one of the most ubiquitous items for sale in the U.S. Single-use D cell and AAA or AA dry cell batteries can be purchased at almost any type of store anywhere. Yes there are some exceptions, but not many in my experience. However, it is evident that D cell alkaline batteries tend to become scarce immediately before, during, or after a severe storm and power outage. One way to avoid a temporary D cell alkaline battery shortage and loss of battery power is to buy a spare set or several spare sets of D cell batteries, prior to an unplanned emergency event, for the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox in case you can’t find a store that sells D cell alkaline batteries at the current moment. The spare set of D cell and AAA/AA cell alkaline batteries will last you much longer than the self-powered wind-up rechargeable radio. Personally, I recommend Duracell Coppertop DURALOCK Power Preserve Technology or Energizer Max D cell alkaline batteries for the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox to provide reliable long-term battery performance during a power outage. Additionally, I recommend Duracell Ultra Power DURALOCK Power Preserve Technology alkaline 1.5V AAA/AA batteries or Energizer Ultimate Lithium 1.5V AAA/AA batteries for sustained maximum battery life performance of the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox’s remote commander during emergency events as circumstances require. A spare set of Duracell Coppertop DURALOCK Power Preserve Technology D cell and AAA/AA cell alkaline batteries can maintain full power in the product packing for up to 10 years from the current date of purchase. As a result, long-term storage of D cell and AAA/AA cell alkaline batteries is a favorable option to power the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox during almost any nightmare public endangerment scenario. However, a wind-up radio may be a more desirable portable AM/FM/Shortwave/WB radio to take on a long camping trip, hunting trip, fishing excursion, or to have during a long-term power outage situation. It is also my experience that the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox offers excellent battery life on one set of D cell alkaline batteries and that is sufficient reason alone for me not to recommend a hand crank wind-up radio. Wind-up radios may also be inconvenient for customers that suffer from arthritis, joint diseases, or other maladies that cause pain in the hands. The Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox offers better sound quality from its robust stereo speaker system on radio broadcasts, when compared to a wind-up radio, in order to provide increased voice clarity on vital up-to-the-minute weather reports, traffic updates, voluntary evacuation orders, and mandatory evacuation orders on the FM/AM Bands at any time to the end-user. Both Sony XPLOD boomboxes offer programmable track memory. Programmable track memory on a Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox allows the user to store 15-to-20 songs in most cases on any particular Red Book CD-DA compliant audio disc into the portable stereo’s nonvolatile memory storage system in any playback order that the customer chooses. For example, the customer may program or set into memory the following tracks: 2, 9, 20, 11, 8, 6, 4, 1, 7, 9, 13, 17, 15, 3, 10, 5, 19, 18, 12, and 16. Obviously, if a particular audio disc features less than 20 tracks (CFD-G505), you will be able to program the maximum number of tracks contained on that specific disc into memory. Conversely, if the audio disc features 25 tracks or any number over 20, then you can only program a maximum number of 20 tracks into the Portable CD Player’s memory. You must prioritize the tracks that you want in memory in this scenario. A CD program play “Full” indicator will appear in the LCD if more than 15 tracks (CFD-G700CP) or 20 tracks (CFD-G505) are programmed into memory. It is also possible to repeat the program play mode selection as well by pressing the MODE button on the main unit until the REP and PGM symbols appears in the LCD. In addition, the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox allows you to record the tracks that were programmed into memory on cassette, if needed. CD Program Play mode is cancelled once the disc compartment door is opened, the Mode button on the main unit is pressed until the “PGM” indicator is removed from the LCD, power to the main unit is turned off, the CD PLAY button is pressed twice consecutively during disc playback, the D cell batteries are completely consumed, or AC power is removed from the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox. The program track memory play mode will work with homemade CD-R/RW discs, store purchased audio discs, 12 cm audio discs, 8 cm audio discs, audio books on CD, and compressed file MP3 audio discs as long as the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox supports those types of media playback. Programmed CD tracks can be cancelled in its entirety before playback commences on the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP Portable CD Player. It is possible to view the consecutive playback order of all programmed tracks by pressing the DISPLAY/ENTER/MEMORY button on the main unit. The CD Program Play mode can be engaged with the buttons on the main unit or the supplied remote control. The Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox’s Digital FM Band Stereo Tuner can receive the following station frequencies in the New York City Metropolitan area in either manual or preset tuning modes: 88.3, 88.9, 89.1, 89.5, 89.9, 90.7, 91.1, 91.5, 92.3, 93.1, 93.5, 93.9, 94.7, 95.5, 96.3, 96.7, 97.1, 97.9, 98.3, 98.7, 99.5, 100.3, 100.7, 101.1, 101.9, 102.7, 103.5, 104.3, 105.1, 105.9, 106.7, 107.5 MHz. The Digital AM Band Mono Tuner can receive the following station frequencies in the New York City Metropolitan area in either manual or preset tuning modes: 570, 620, 660, 710, 770, 820, 880, 930, 970, 1010, 1050, 1130, 1190, 1280, 1330, 1380, 1430, 1480, 1560, 1600, 1660 KHz. Of course, your receivable FM/AM station results will vary by the particular geographic destination and/or local radio market that you are located in. The Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox does not feature a dedicated 3.5mm, RCA Stereo, Digital Fiber Optic, or Coaxial Line Output Jack for connection to a component stereo power amplifier, A/V receiver, integrated amplifier, powered speakers, MP3 recorder, cassette recorder, CD recorder, DAT recorder, DCC recorder, or MD recorder with a corresponding 3.5mm, RCA Stereo, Optical Digital, or Coaxial Line Input Jack. The Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox offers a spectacular 18 dedicated printed circuit board network interior layout for impeccable sound reproduction. The main unit printed circuit board design includes the following: 1. Power printed wiring board, 2. Power Key printed wiring board, 3. Tape/Cassette printed wiring board, 4. Main printed wiring board, 5. Woofer Key printed wiring board, 6. CD Player printed wiring board, 7. CD Key printed wiring board, 8. Tuner printed wiring board, 9. D-Light Jack printed wiring board, 10. Battery printed wiring board, 11. Volume Key printed wiring board, 12. Audio In printed wiring board, 13. Headphone Jack printed wiring board, 14. LCD printed wiring board, 15. LED 1 printed wiring board, 16. LED 2 printed wiring board, 17. LED 3 printed wiring board, and 18. LED 4 printed wiring board. The Sony XPLOD CFD-G505 boombox sports a 17 printed circuit board interior layout including for elite boombox sound reproduction. The main unit printed circuit board design includes the following: 1. Main printed wiring board, 2. CD Key printed wiring board, 3. CD Player printed wiring board, 4. Tuner printed wiring board, 5. Cassette printed wiring board, 6. Headphone Jack printed wiring board, 7. Battery 1 printed wiring board, 8. Battery 2 printed wiring board, 9. LED 1 printed wiring board, 10. LED 2 printed wiring board, 11. LED 3 printed wiring board, 12. LED 4 printed wiring board, 13. LCD printed wiring board, 14. Power printed wiring board, 15. Trans printed wiring board, 16. Tuner Key printed wiring board, and 17. Volume Key printed wiring board. The Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox’s 3.5mm Stereo Headphone Output Jack is compatible with the following private listening session accessories: monaural earphone, dual monaural earphone, flexible ear hook stereo-to-mono headphone, dynamic driver stereo headphones, electrostatic transducer stereo headphones, high-definition neodymium magnet stereo headphones, active noise-cancelling stereo headphones, passive noise-cancelling stereo headphones, digital noise-cancelling stereo headphones, noise-cancelling in-ear stereo headphones, Sony wireless stereo headphones, digital surround sound stereo headphones, a 3.5mm stereo headphone jack splitter for simultaneous multiple user headphone listening sessions, DJ Style stereo headphones, Extra Bass stereo headphones, Studio Monitor stereo headphones, balanced armature in-ear stereo headphones, in-ear stereo headphones, ear buds, active use ear-clip stereo headphones, clip-on stereo headphones, behind-the-neck stereo headphones, behind-the-head stereo headphones, street style stereo headphones, vertical in-the-ear stereo headphones, around-the-ear stereo headphones, collapsible headband stereo headphones, lightweight stereo headphones, water-resistant stereo headphones, open-air stereo headphones, a portable stereo headphone amplifier, a 3.5mm monaural headphone extension cable, and a 3.5mm stereo headphone extension cable. The Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox is capable of producing prodigious sound output from its built-in stereo headphone amplifier. However, the consumer’s choice of stereo headphones will greatly affect the sound quality and dynamic overall loudness output from the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox during lengthy private listening sessions. To achieve excellent loudness output, customers can select Sony micro dynamic receiver stereo headphones that offer a low driver impedance level typically between 24-32 ohms measured at 1 kHz. Moreover, Sony MDR stereo headphones that feature a high sensitivity will perform excellently on either XPLOD boombox. Sony over-the-head type circum-aural or supra-aural stereo headphones with a driver sensitivity rating between 100db-117db/mW, a headphone driver frequency response rating between 20-20,000 Hz, large diameter neodymium magnet drivers between 30-70mm, 4-10 ft. oxygen-free-copper litz wire coiled connecting cord, Copper-clad Aluminum Wire (CCAW) voice coils, multiple-layer P.E.T. dome diaphragms, extra bass driver units, anti-resonance headphone construction, multiple case screw construction, plush leather urethane ear pads, handmade ear cushions, wide-molded adjustable headband, and high output driver power handling capacity measured in milliwatts (500-3,000mW) should be obtained by the end user as an aftermarket upgrade accessory for a sensational private listening experience on the XPLOD boomboxes indoors or outdoors. Any of the following Sony MDR Series DJ Style, Extra Bass, or Studio Monitor Stereo Headphones can be purchased by the consumer to achieve high-fidelity private listening sessions on the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox: 1. Sony MDR-XB1000, 2. Sony MDR-XB700, 3. Sony MDR-XB500, 4. Sony MDR-XB300, 5. Sony MDR-V900HD, 6. Sony MDR-Z1000, 7. Sony MDR-V700DJ, 8. Sony MDR-V600, 9. Sony MDR-V500DJ, 10. Sony MDR-V300, 11. Sony MDR-V250V, 12. Sony MDR-V6, 13. Sony MDR-V55/BR, 14. Sony MDR-ZX600/BLK, 15. Sony MDR-MA100, 16. Sony MDR-MA300, 17. Sony MDR-MA900, 18. Sony MDR-110LP, 19. Sony MDR-210LP, 20. Sony MDR-770LP, 21. Sony MDR-X10/BLK, 22. Sony MDR-X10/RED, 23. Sony MDR-XB600, 24. Sony MDR-XB800, 25. Sony MDR-1R, 26. Sony MDR-RF985RK, 27. Sony MDR-NC500D, 28. Sony MDR-G45LP, 29. Sony MDR-XB400/GRN, and 30. Sony XBA-NC85D. The Sony CFD-G505/G700CP boombox is compatible with the following aftermarket upgrade accessories when stereo headphones are connected to it: 1. RadioShack 20-Ft. Stereo Headphone Cable 1/8” Jack to ¼” Plug Model: 42-2560 |Catalog #: 42-2560, 2. RadioShack 20-Ft. Stereo headphone Cable 1/8” Jack to 1/8” Plug Model: 42-2562 |Catalog #: 42-2562, 3. RadioShack 6-Ft. Stereo Headphone Cable 1/8” Jack to 1/8” Plug Model: 42-2482 |Catalog #: 42-2482, 4. RadioShack Gold-Plated Volume Control Cable for Stereo Headphones Model: 42-2559 |Catalog #: 42-2559, 5. Auvio 3.5mm Headphone Splitter Model: 4201009 |Catalog # 421009, and 6. FiiO E5 Portable Headphone Amplifier. OEM replacement parts for the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505 boombox can be ordered from the Best Buy Parts Store at bestbuy.partsearch or by clicking the PartStore link at the bottom of the bestbuy website. The most common consumer replaceable parts are listed below: 1. AC Power Cord, Sony Replacement Part #157408511 at $14.65, 2. Sony CD Door Latch/Switch, Sony Replacement Part # 169296011 at $2.94, 3. Sony AC Jack, Sony Replacement Part # 154000911 at $13.50 and 4. Sony telescopic antenna, Sony Replacement Part # 150191821 at $25.13. Currently, there are 68 OEM replacement parts available for online ordering for the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505 boombox. The pricing and availability of OEM Sony XPLOD CFD-G505 boombox replacement parts at the Best Buy Parts Store is subject to change without notice. OEM replacement parts for the Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox can be ordered from the Best Buy Parts Store at bestbuy.partsearch or by clicking the PartStore link at the bottom of the bestbuy website. The most common consumer replaceable parts are listed below: 1. Remote RMT-CG700A, Sony Replacement Part #A-1246-031-A at $33.51, 2. AC Power Cord, Sony Replacement Part #157408511 at $14.65, 3. CD Cover, Sony Replacement Part #392373601 at $2.67, and 4. Sony English Instruction Manual, Sony Replacement Part #3-096-718-12 at $16.38. Currently, there are 69 OEM replacement parts available for online ordering for the Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox. The pricing and availability of OEM Sony CFD-G700CP boombox replacement parts at the Best Buy Parts Store is subject to change without notice. Technical support for the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox including operating instructions and complete marketing specification documents is provided by the manufacturer on its website at SonyStyle. Sony has issued a Service Manual for the Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox. Service Manual Version 1.02007.3 for the Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox is 70 pages in length and it can be downloaded by Sony customers from the internet in Adobe Reader PDF document format. Sony has also issued a Service Manual for the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505 boombox. Service Manual Version 1.12006.04 for the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505 boombox can be downloaded by Sony customers from the internet in Adobe Reader PDF document format. If you experience any CD skipping or inconsistent playback troubles with the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox there are problem solving steps that you can take to resolve the issue in short order. The problem may be with your compact discs. Personally, I have not experienced any CD playback issues with the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox. There are many troubleshooting steps you can take before seeking warranty service, out-of-warranty repair service, or purchasing a replacement for your malfunctioning Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox. Those steps include: 1. Check the battery compartment for battery acid leakage. If you notice battery residue on the battery contact terminals, clean the terminals with a pair of gloves on, and then reinsert fresh name brand D cell batteries. Always observe correct polarity in the battery compartment. 2. I recommend that you use high-performance name brand alkaline 1.5V D cell batteries for maximum reliable operation of this unit. 3. Check the compact disc that you are trying to play. Is the disc scratched, damaged, warped, or dirty? If it is, the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox will be unable to play your disc. 4. Try a different CD, and see if conditions improve. 5. Check for physical damage. 6. Has the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox been dropped, exposed to excessive amounts of water, dirt, sand, dust, rain, and/or direct sunlight? 7. The Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox will malfunction if any of these conditions are present, and may not be correctable as a result. 8. If the unit has been exposed to excessive amounts of water, let it dry for a few hours before attempting to use it again. 9. Make sure that the CD laser lens is clean. 10. Refrain from touching the laser lens at any time. Otherwise, the unit may malfunction. 11. Are you attempting to play a CD-R/RW disc with MP3 files on it? 12. If this is the case, change the playback disc to one that conforms to the Red Book compact disc digital audio format. 13. Keep the disc compartment lid closed when the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox is not in use. 14. Purchase a CD laser lens cleaner such as a Dynex CD Laser Lens Cleaner DX-CDDVDCL to correct CD playback issues. 15. Purchase a CD repair kit to correct disc playback problems such as the Aleratec CD Repair System Model: 240131. 16. Borrow a CD from a friend and see if playback conditions improve. 17. If your friend’s CD plays correctly, you can also consider purchasing a new audio CD to resolve your playback problems. 18. You can always consider upgrading to a better pair of stereo headphones or HD driver stereo earphones with a low impedance rating (measured in ohms) and a high sensitivity rating (measured in decibels) to improve your boombox’s overall sound quality during private listening sessions. 19. Over-the-head circum-aural or supra-aural pro DJ Style Stereo Headphones provide the best sound performance in most instances. 20. Do not use a third party AC power cord for your Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox. 21. A third party AC power cord may cause noise during compact disc playback. 22. As per the operating instructions under the “Troubleshooting” section, for the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox states that if a CD does not play or stops playing suddenly, the direct cause is that the audio disc is installed upside down. 23. The audio disc must be inserted into the disc compartment with the label side facing up before the disc compartment door is closed to achieve proper playback. 24. Please re-insert the disc in the disc compartment correctly to avoid disc playback stoppage issues. 25. The “No Disc” indicator appears in the LCD with a blinking line in place of track numbers because the Sony XPLOD portable CD player is attempting to read your audio CD’s TOC or Table of Contents so that playback can begin from track 1 and proceed to the last track under normal playback operating conditions. 26. However, the current audio playback disc can’t be read by the optical laser beam pick-up assembly and the “No Disc” error message appears in the LCD as a result. 27. If the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP portable CD player does not respond to this particular remedy, then there is a significant chance that your Sony portable audio item has experienced a major product failure. 28. Make sure the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox is placed on a flat stable surface at all times during disc, radio, and tape playback operations. 29. Make sure a fresh pair of D cell and AAA/AA alkaline batteries are installed inside the battery compartments of the main unit and remote commander. 30. Remove the installed D cell and AAA/AA cell alkaline batteries from the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox if it is not going to be used for 30 days or more to avoid to damage from battery acid leakage issues. 31. It is possible to power the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox with environmentally friendly 1.2V NiMH rechargeable D cell and AAA/AA cell batteries. 32. 1.2V NiMH D cell and AAA/AA cell rechargeable batteries do not provide the recommended 1.5V per D cell and AAA/AA cell battery specification as indicated in this item’s operating instructions. 21. As a result, D cell and AAA/AA cell rechargeable batteries may offer slightly less performance with respect to audio output quality and battery life when compared to their single-use D cell alkaline and AAA cell lithium counterparts. 33. Personally, I recommend Tenergy D size 10,000mAh High Capacity High Rate NiMH rechargeable batteries for the main units. 34. Additionally, I recommend Energizer NH12BP-2 NIMH AAA or Energizer NH15BP-2 AA Rechargeable Batteries for this unit’s supplied remote commander. 35. Keep the unit stored in its factory supplied shipping container when not in use for an extended time period or when placing the item on a moving truck. 36. Do not attempt to service the unit yourself. 37. Do not attempt to modify this set’s internal components. 38. There are no user-serviceable parts inside the unit. 39. Accurate radio reception is difficult to accomplish inside of a parked car, moving car, subway, tunnel, basement, underground location, garage, store, or in an office building. 40. FM/AM reception quality often improves measurably during the nighttime hours. 41. Retain this item’s user manual for complete operating instructions, D cell and AAA/AA cell battery installation procedure, pictorial diagrams of user controls, control descriptions, product specifications, troubleshooting diagnostics, and helpful troubleshooting resolution tips. 42. Register the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox with Sony. 43. Refer all servicing needs of this product to a qualified or Sony factory authorized service technician. 44. Clean the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox periodically with water, mild detergent solution, and/or soft cleaning cloth to keep it looking new and to prevent premature system malfunction. 45. Make sure accessory stereo headphones that are connected securely to the top panel 3.5mm Stereo Headphone Jack. 46. Remember to power off the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox when it is not in use. 47. Reduce the system volume level as much as possible to conserve D cell and AAA/AA battery power during emergency power outage events. 48. Keep the cassette door compartment closed when not in use. 49. Do not use chrome or metal bias cassettes tapes in the cassette compartment. 50. Make sure to store homemade or prerecorded cassettes in a cassette case or tape cabinet for long-term playback success. 51. Do not expose cassettes to excessive amounts of sunlight during the summertime. 52. Check to make sure the cassette or cassette shell is not damaged, waterlogged, or dirty in any way before playback is attempted. 53. Replace the playback cassette if needed. 54. Cassettes can wear out from excessive playback over the years. 55. Make sure the cassette play side (A or B) is inserted properly into the cassette compartment. 56. Keep foreign objects out of the cassette compartment. 58. Do not place the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox next to heat a heat source such as an active radiator or electric heater. 58. Do not walk or step on the AC power cord while it is in use. 59. Do not defeat the AC power cord polarization plug safety feature. 60. Lastly, do not install the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox in an enclosed bookcase or cabinet. The Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP Portable Stereo has a sturdy construction to it and should last for many years with proper care. The perceived loudness of the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox will ultimately depend on numerous objective and subjective factors. The quality of the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox’s internal headphone amplifier and elite stereo speaker system will play a crucial role in determining how loud the volume levels the Power Drive Woofer based boombox can be played back at through attached stereo headphones or out loud during lengthy music sharing sessions. Typically, most portable audio devices such as an MP3 Player, portable compact disc player, portable cassette player, or boombox stereo feature low-powered built-in headphone amplifiers ranging between 5-15 mW at a designated impedance level and a stereo speaker system rated at 2-3 Watts max RMS output power (at 10% T.H.D.). Conversely, the headphone amplifiers found in component stereo equipment may be rated up to 500mW at a designated impedance level. A component stereo receiver’s power amp section may be rated at 200 Watts RMS or more at 8-ohms impedance level (at 0.09% T.H.D.) and is much more powerful than the 20 Watts (RMS at 10% T.H.D.) digital stereo power amplifier found in a Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox. A component stereo receiver can power stereo headphones with a much higher impedance rating of 70-300 ohms or greater more efficiently when compared to a Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox’s 16-68 ohms built-in stereo headphone amp. A component stereo receiver or integrated amplifier also makes use of a full-size .25-inch (6.3mm) Stereo Headphone Output Jack to deliver increased amplifier output power to consumer grade dynamic home theater stereo headphones. Nonetheless, a portable audio device, such as the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox, uses a smaller 3.5mm (1/8”) Stereo Headphone Jack that can’t deliver the same amount of loudness as the full-size headphone jack found on its component stereo counterpart. A headphone driver’s sensitivity rating also plays an important factor in loudness perception on the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox. As a result, it is important for most consumers to consider purchasing dynamic stereo headphones that are rated between 98-117db/mw on its driver sensitivity specification to achieve satisfying loudness levels on the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox. The Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox feature two 4-inch Full-range stereo speakers, two 0.8-inch metal Tweeters (CFD-G700CP only), and a 4-inch or 5-inch Power Drive Woofer that are capable of producing excellent loudness results in less than favorable operating conditions on a daily basis. Consumers that are looking for extra loudness to block out external unwanted environmental noise during private listening sessions on the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox will seek to purchase stereo headphones with a better than average sensitivity rating. The higher the sensitivity rating, the louder the headphones will play without the need to turn the digital Volume control all the way up on the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox. It is my opinion that loudness perception of the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox is subject to the limits of human hearing. Some customers can hear sound waves better than other customers. The hearing levels of all Sony customers are just not the same. Therefore, it is possible that some customers may report that the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox doesn’t play loudly enough from its integrated bass-reflex stereo speaker system or connected headphones, while other customers will frustratingly opine that the XPLOD boombox stereo plays too loudly for their tastes when adjusting the volume controls. The Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox is capable of reproducing the entire frequency spectrum of human hearing. A dedicated third party headphone amplifier can also be purchased to augment headphone loudness output from the Sony XPLOD CFD-G505/G700CP boombox’s 3.5mm Stereo Headphone Jack. The Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox is compatible with an optional FM transmitter for additional wireless portable audio applications in a vehicle or to play additional third party MP3 Players via an unused FM radio station frequency on the portable stereo. The Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox does not charge your iPod or iPhone as it is playing because it does not feature a built-in iPod/iPhone dock for this purpose. This boombox can only record on audio tapes with the cassette record tab in place. If the cassette record tab is broken off to prevent unintentional recording or overwriting, a piece of adhesive tape can be applied over the broken cassette tab to resume recording operations on that particular cassette. The Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox does not feature a built-in guitar or musical instrument amplifier for musician recording sessions. The Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox’s 3.5mm Stereo Headphone Jack is compatible any 3.5mm stereo headphone jack splitter for multiple user private listening session use, and any 3.5mm monaural or stereo headphone extension cords to add additional length to connected stereo headphone products. Moreover, the Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox’s 3.5mm Stereo Headphone Output Jack is compatible with the following private listening session accessories: monaural earphone, dual monaural earphone, flexible ear hook stereo-to-mono headphone, dynamic driver stereo headphones, electrostatic transducer stereo headphones, high-definition neodymium magnet stereo headphones, active noise-cancelling stereo headphones, passive noise-cancelling stereo headphones, digital noise-cancelling stereo headphones, noise-cancelling in-ear stereo headphones, behind-the-neck stereo headphones, behind-the-head stereo headphones, street style stereo headphones, ear buds, balanced armature in-ear stereo headphones, clip-on stereo headphones, active style stereo headphones, vertical in-the-ear stereo headphones, around-the-ear stereo headphones, collapsible headband stereo headphones, extra bass driver stereo headphones, DJ Style stereo headphones, Studio Monitor stereo headphones, lightweight stereo headphones, water-resistant stereo headphones, open-air stereo headphones, RF/IR wireless stereo headphones, and digital surround sound wireless stereo headphones. The Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox is capable of producing prodigious sound output from its built-in stereo headphone amplifier. However, your choice of stereo headphones will greatly affect the sound quality and dynamic overall loudness output from the Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox. To achieve excellent loudness output, select over-the-head circum-aural or supra-aural stereo headphones that offer a low impedance level typically between 24-32 ohms measured at 1 kHz. Additionally, look to purchase Sony MDR Series DJ Style, Extra Bass, or Studio Monitor Stereo Headphones that feature a high sensitivity rating measured in decibels. Look for Sony stereo headphones with a sensitivity rating ranging between 100db-117db/mW, a headphone driver frequency response rating between 20-20,000 Hz, large diameter neodymium rare-earth, ferrite, or samarium cobalt magnet drivers from 30-70mm, 4-10 ft. oxygen-free-copper litz wire coiled connecting cord, Copper-clad Aluminum Wire (CCAW) voice coils, multiple layer P.E.T. dome diaphragms, extra bass driver units, anti-resonance headphone construction, multiple case screw construction, plush urethane leather ear pads for extended private listening session comfort, handmade ear cushions, wide-molded adjustable headband, and high output power handling capacity measured in milliwatts (500-3,000mW) for a sensational concert venue quality private listening experience indoors or outdoors. Personally, I believe that Sony MDR series stereo headphones are the best choice for this high-end private listening application. Additionally, I recommend any of the following Sony dynamic driver stereo headphones to achieve high-fidelity private listening sessions on the Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox: 1. Sony MDR-XB1000, 2. Sony MDR-XB700, 3. Sony MDR-XB500, 4. Sony MDR-XB300, 5. Sony MDR-V900HD, 6. Sony MDR-Z1000, 7. Sony MDR-V700DJ, 8. Sony MDR-V600, 9. Sony MDR-V500DJ, 10. Sony MDR-V300, 11. Sony MDR-V250V, 12. Sony MDR-V150, 13. Sony MDR-V6, 14. Sony MDR-V55/BR, 15. Sony MDR-ZX600/BLK, 16. Sony MDR-MA100, 17. Sony MDR-MA300, 18. Sony MDR-ZX300/BLK, 19. Sony MDR-ZX100/BLK, 20. Sony MDR-110LP, 21. Sony MDR-210LP, 22. Sony MDR-770LP, 23. Sony MDR-G45LP, 24. Sony MDR-XB600, 25. Sony MDR-XB800, 26. Sony MDR-XB400/GRN, 27. Sony MDR-X10/BLK, 28. Sony MDR-X10/RED, 29. Sony MDR-1R, 30. Sony MDR-NC-500D, 31. Sony MDR-XBA-NC85D, 32. Sony MDR-RF985RK, 33. Sony MDR-NC8BLK, and 34. Sony MDR-MA900. The Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox does not provide a mute function to interrupt playback as external circumstances require. The Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP Portable Stereo does not offer any user serviceable parts inside its component casing. The Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox should only be serviced by a qualified Sony or duly authorized third party repair technician and/or retail store service center. The Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox should be unplugged from the wall outlet, power strip, surge protector, or Uninterruptable Power Supply (UPS) if it is not going to be used for an extended period of time to avoid damage from a power surge produced by atmospheric storms. If you experience any CD playback issues with the Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox there are some troubleshooting steps that you can take to resolve the issue in short order. The problem may be with your homemade or store purchased compact discs. You should also check the condition of your CD’s. It is impossible to get better performance from store purchased audio compact discs with another boombox besides this particular Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP Portable Stereo. To correct the problem, I suggest that you try different store purchased or homemade audio discs and try again. Unfortunately, I can’t recommend that you bring your Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox in for an out-of-warranty repair to a factory authorized service center. Repair costs including a repair diagnosis estimate, replacement parts cost, labor fees, and any applicable sales taxes can quickly add up. Out-of-warranty portable audio repair costs can either equal or exceed the cost of a new similarly performing Sony boombox that can be purchased at an authorized Sony brick-and-mortar or online retailer. Some types of Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox damage such as severe water infiltration, power surge problems, excessive mechanical shock, abnormal product operation, or damage issues arising from accidental or intentional product abuse are not repairable. You can take the following troubleshooting steps before seeking out-of-warranty repair service or purchasing a replacement item for your malfunctioning Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox. Those steps include: 1. Check the battery compartment on the main unit for battery acid leakage. If you notice battery residue on the battery terminals, clean the terminals, and then reinsert fresh name brand D cell batteries. Always observe correct polarity in the battery compartment. 2. I recommend that you use high-performance D cell alkaline batteries for maximum reliable operation of your boomboxes. 3. Check the compact disc that you are trying to play. Is the compact disc scratched, damaged, warped, or dirty? If it is, your Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox will be unable to play your disc. Try a different CD, and see if conditions improve. 4. Check for physical damage. Has the malfunctioning Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox been dropped, exposed to excessive amounts of water, dirt, sand, dust, rain, and/or direct sunlight? Your Sony XPLOD boombox will malfunction if any of these conditions are present, and may not be correctable as a result. If the unit has been exposed to excessive amounts of water, let the Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP Portable Stereo dry for a few hours before attempting to use it again. 5. Make sure that the CD laser lens is clean. Refrain from touching the laser lens at any time. Otherwise, the unit may malfunction. 6. You can always consider upgrading to a better pair of stereo headphones or HD driver stereo earphones with a low impedance rating (measured in ohms) and a high sensitivity rating (measured in decibels) to improve your boombox’s overall sound quality during private listening sessions. Over-the-head circum-aural or supra-aural DJ Style stereo headphones provide the best sound performance in most instances. 7. Keep the compact disc compartment lid closed when the Sony XPLOD portable boombox CD player is not in use. 8. Do not use a third party AC power cord, unless it is approved by Sony, for your Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox. A third party AC power cord may cause noise during compact disc playback. 9. Keep your Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox clean to avoid unnecessary CD player product failure. 10. Purchase a CD laser lens cleaner such as a Dynex CD Laser Lens Cleaner DX-CDDVDCL to correct CD playback issues. 11. Purchase a CD repair kit to correct disc playback problems such as the Aleratec CD Repair System Model:240131. 12. Borrow a CD from a friend and see if playback conditions improve. If your friend’s CD plays correctly, you can also consider purchasing a new audio CD to resolve your disc playback problems. 13. As per the operating instructions under the “Troubleshooting” section, for the Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox, states that if a CD does not play or stops playing suddenly, the direct cause is that the audio disc is installed upside down. The audio disc must be inserted into the disc compartment with the label side facing up before the disc compartment door is closed to achieve proper playback. Please re-insert the disc in the disc compartment correctly to avoid disc playback stoppage issues. The “No Disc” indicator appears in the LCD with a blinking line in place of track numbers because the Sony XPLOD portable CD player is attempting to read your audio CD’s TOC or Table of Contents so that playback can begin from track 1 and proceed to the last track under normal playback operating conditions. However, the current audio playback disc can’t be read by the optical laser beam pick-up assembly and the “No Disc” error message appears in the LCD as a result. If the Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP portable CD player does not respond to this particular remedy, then there is a significant chance that your Sony portable audio item has experienced a major product failure. 14. Use name brand alkaline, lithium, or NiMH rechargeable D cell batteries inside this unit only. It is possible to power this unit with environmentally friendly rechargeable D cell batteries. The Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox is compatible with 1.2V NiMH D cell rechargeable batteries. Rechargeable D cell batteries do not provide the recommended 1.5V per AA battery specification as indicated in this item’s operating instructions. As a result, 1.2V NiMH D cell rechargeable batteries may offer slightly less performance with respect to audio output quality and battery life when compared to their single-use 1.5V D cell alkaline counterparts. Personally, I recommend Tenergy D size 10,000mAh High Capacity High Rate NiMH Rechargeable Batteries for this application. 15. Do not leave or operate the unit in an extremely cold environment. 16. Keep the cassette door compartment closed when not in use. 17. Keep the unit stored in its factory supplied shipping box when not in use. 18. Do not drop the unit. 19. The Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox does not feature a water-resistant construction. 20. Do not attempt to service the unit yourself. 21. Do not attempt to modify this set’s internal components. 22. Do not walk or step on the AC power cord while the boombox is in use. 23. Accurate radio reception is difficult to accomplish inside of a parked car, moving car, subway, tunnel, basement, or in an office building. 24. FM/AM reception quality often improves measurably during the nighttime hours. 25. You can always upgrade to a better set of bass focused stereo headphones from any consumer electronics manufacturer to improve the sound quality on the Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox. 26. Do not use cassettes 100-minutes or longer inside the tape compartment. 27. Do not use chrome or metal bias cassettes tapes in the cassette compartment. 28. Make sure to use normal bias cassettes only. 29. Turn the tape side over manually to play the next side. 30. Make sure to store homemade or prerecorded cassettes in a cassette case or tape cabinet for long-term playback success. 31. Do not expose cassettes to excessive amounts of sunlight during the summertime. 32. Check to make sure the cassette or cassette shell is not damaged, waterlogged, or dirty in any way before playback is attempted. 33. Replace the playback cassette if needed. 34. If at all possible, use blank Sony HF Series normal bias Type I 60-90 minute cassettes for maximum playback performance. 35. Use a cleaning cassette to clean precision performance tape travel path components. 36. Retain this item’s user manual for complete operating instructions, D cell battery installation procedure on the main unit, AA cell battery installation procedure for the supplied remote commander, pictorial diagrams of user controls, control descriptions, detailed product specifications, troubleshooting diagnostics, and helpful troubleshooting resolution notes or tips. 37. Register the Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox with Sony. 38. Refer all servicing needs of this product to the store that it was purchased from, a qualified service technician, or Sony factory authorized service technician. 39. Cassettes can wear out from excessive playback over the years. 40. Make sure the cassette play side (A or B) is inserted properly into the cassette compartment. 41. Clean the Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox periodically with water, mild detergent solution, and/or soft cleaning cloth to keep it looking new and to prevent premature system malfunction. 42. Make sure system headphones are connected securely to the 3.5mm Stereo Headphone Jack. 43. Do not open the cassette compartment while the tape is playing. 44. Keep foreign objects out of the cassette compartment. 45. Do not install the Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox in an enclosed bookcase or cabinet. 46. Do not place the Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox on an unstable surface during playback operations. 47. Do not place the Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox next to an active radiator or electric heater. 48. Do not leave or operate the Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox in an extremely cold location. 49. Do not block ventilation openings in the boombox cabinet. 50. Lastly, do not defeat the AC power cord polarization safety feature. The operating instructions do not indicate that an external power amplifier can be added to the Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP Portable Stereo system for more powerful sound reproduction. The Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox is not compatible with any component stereo power amplifier because it does not feature a preamplifier output jack to accommodate a third party stereo power amplifier. However, it is possible to connect a third party stereo headphone power amplifier sporting 3.5mm Line Input and Output Jacks to the Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox’s 3.5mm Stereo Headphone Output Jack for more powerful private listening sessions through stereo headphones. The Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox does not provide any built-in amplification for musical instruments. It appears that many customers have questions and concerns regarding the differences between the Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP Portable Stereo and component shelf stereo system product categories that Sony produces. The differences between these two products categories are as follows: Sony does not manufacture any component shelf system that can accept batteries as a power source. A traditional stereo shelf system can only be powered by AC household 120V, 60Hz current. A Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox is the correct product category for a complete, self-contained audio system that can be powered by heavy-duty D cell batteries or AC power with a built-in auto AC/DC power source switching function. A Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox is a self-contained portable stereo that features a digital FM/AM Tuner, FM/AM Memory Station Presets, built-in single-disc CD Player, single cassette deck recorder, synchronized CD/Cassette recording, two Full-range stereo speakers, digital stereo power amplifier, recessed carry handle for mobile transportation, retractable metal telescopic FM Band whip antenna, integrated directional ferrite bar AM Band antenna in a ABS constructed plastic cabinet. A Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox also provides customers with a detachable polarized plug AC power cord for non-mobile applications and it’s relatively lightweight when compared to a compact stereo shelf system for a multitude of portable audio field uses. A Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox weighs approximately 20 pounds with batteries installed. A shelf system can have a range in weight from 10 pounds for lower priced systems to over 100 pounds for high-end multi-speaker setup shelf systems. Moreover, the modern day Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox now features a 3.5mm Auxiliary Input Jack to accommodate the world’s most popular MP3 Players including a Zune MP3 Player, BlackBerry, BlackBerry Curve, BlackBerry Torch, BlackBerry Bold, BlackBerry Storm, or BlackBerry Storm 2. The distinguishing hallmark of a Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox is that it can be taken almost anywhere indoors or outdoors for your listening pleasure and it can be powered by Energizer or Duracell D cell alkaline batteries to achieve that goal. The better performing boomboxes such as the Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox are powered by long-life D cell batteries. The Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox requires a large number of D cell batteries to accommodate its more powerful midrange and Power Drive Woofer amplifiers. A high-performance Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox also features a IR wireless remote commander, IR remote sensor, 3.5mm Stereo Headphone Jack for private listening sessions on demand, adjustable sleep timer, discrete power amplifier system, a connection to pro DJ lighting equipment, case lighting special effects, preset sound field modes, and a super bass producing Power Drive Woofer driver for deep bass performance from almost any type of music. Conversely, the Sony compact stereo shelf system does not qualify as a boombox because it can’t be powered by alkaline batteries and is far too large and heavy to be considered portable. The component shelf system is designed to be used in the home exclusively and the main stereo unit can only be powered by 120V, 60Hz AC household current. A shelf system usually features more audio/video inputs to connect optional components to it. For example, customers can typically add their TV, DVD player, Blu-ray disc player, VCR, turntable, cassette deck, and/or console game system to their shelf system. However, the Sony XPLOD boombox product category typically only has one 3.5mm Audio Input Jack or connection to an optional MP3 Player. A shelf system also features antenna inputs for connection to an external amplified antenna for improved FM Band reception. A Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox does not feature antenna inputs and is limited to use of the built-in FM telescopic and AM ferrite bar antennas for local market FM/AM radio reception capabilities. Many shelf systems offer multiple-disc CD changers for uninterrupted music listening at the dinner party. Select shelf systems also include a built-in timer to enable time-shift cassette recording of programs off the FM/AM tuner. The Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox is limited to single-disc CD playback and a single deck cassette player. Nonetheless, a shelf system typically includes multi-speaker setups with a powerful dedicated subwoofer. The Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox product category is limited to a non-expandable integrated speaker arrangement. A high-end compact stereo shelf system features a built-in DVD Player, a large 7-8 inch LCD viewing display, and can output surround sound to accommodate an action film’s energetic soundtrack. The shelf system product type offers much more amplifier output power than the vast majority of boomboxes on the market today. The boombox product category can offer anywhere between 1 Watt to 52 Watts of total amplifier power. The Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox features 20 Watts of amplifier power. However, shelf systems can range between 10 Watts to 1000 Watts of RMS measured amplifier output power. From a product longevity perspective, there is no information contained in the operating instructions that supports habitual long-term outdoor use of the Sony XPLOD CFD-G700CP boombox for any advanced mobile audio application.
Posted on: Thu, 13 Jun 2013 14:55:11 +0000
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