SONY WALKMAN CD PLAYER D-NF340 REVIEW (Summary | Introduction) Exceptional studio sound quality, digital Mega Bass sound system, robust build quality, lightweight design, full circle design, circle remote controller, attractive appearance, shuffle, repeat, resume and bookmark program play modes. Just another excellent product from Sony. Sony Walkman CD Player D-NF340 is without question the absolute best portable CD Player Sony offers. A lullaby serenade, pouring rain, pink flamingos at the lake, springtime waltz, whipping wind, carousel tune and symphony orchestra. These are some melodies and vibrant sounds heard across music, movie soundtrack and sounds of nature genres on extraordinary Sony Walkman CD Player D-NF340. Portable FM radio and CD player offers extensive feature set well-suited for business travel, leisure or entertainment activities. High quality portable audio features include: 2-channel stereo playback, laser diode, laser lens, laser beam, 1-bit D/A converter for outstanding Sony sound, analog-to-digital converter, digital signal processing, CD Player Frequency Response: 20Hz-20,000 Hz +/-1dB, disc compartment slide open switch, disc pivot placement holder, 3.5mm (1/8″) Stereo Headphone Jack, digital stereo headphone amplifier, 3.5mm (1/8″) Remote Controller Output Jack, Sony MDR-E706LP Ear Bud Stereo Headphones, skip-free G-Shock Protection, 0-30 scale digital Volume control, digital multifunction 1-line LCD, CD Text Display, 7 language capable LCD, 3-stage remaining battery level indicator, automatic power-off function to conserve battery power, Hold function to prevent accidental operation, Digital FM Tuner, Mono Reception for improved performance on FM music stations received with static or noise, “Local” Sensitivity Menu Setting for clear reception of FM stations interfered by strong radio waves, FM headphone cord antenna, 40 FM Band Station Presets, auto station scan, manual preset station tuning, preset station cancellation option to eliminate all preset stations or one preset station from memory, FM Band Frequency Range: 87.5-108 MHz, manual seek tuning, Radio On/Memory button, Radio Off button, Play Mode control, Display button to check disc track number and remaining playing time status, Sound/Position 1, Sound/Position 2 AVLS controls, Digital Mega Bass ON/OFF controls, MP3 CD Playback, ID3 tag format display including: total file number, current file number, elapsed file playing time, song title, artist name and album title. Portable audio player is compatible with the following MP3 CD bit rates and sampling frequencies: (MPEG 1 Layer 3| 32-320 kbps |32/44.1/48 kHz, MPEG 2 Layer 3 |8-160 kbps |16/22.05/24 kHz, MPEG 2.5 Layer 3 |8-160 kbps |8/11.025/12 kHz). Recommended MP3 file compression constant bit rates for high quality audio playback are 44.1 KHz and 128 kbps. Sony Walkman CD Player D-NF340 plays up to 256 MP3 groups and/or maximum of 512 MP3 files per disc. In addition, CD Walkman offers: CD-R/RW Playback, 12 CD playback modes including normal play, group play, single track play, shuffle play, group shuffle play, bookmark play and repeat play for all CD play modes, bookmark removal option, AMS music search sensor, wired circle remote controller, on/off key press beep confirmation, 5-Key Directional CD Control button, Tuner Preset/MP3 Folder + button, Tuner Preset/MP3 Folder- button to navigate preset stations and to locate MP3 folders, Play, Pause, Stop, Forward Search, Reverse Search, Forward Skip and Reverse Skip disc transport controls, hinged battery compartment cover, interior battery compartment, DC positive/negative spring-loaded AA battery contact terminals, 3V DC Power Rating, 4.5V DC IN Power Jack for connection to optional Sony dual voltage AC power adapter, 5mW + 5mW @ 16 ohms total system output power, silver/gray finish, bottom panel 7-digit serial number imprint, SONY trademark logo, WALKMAN trademark symbol, Part 15 F.C.C. Rules RF harmful interference compliance certification statement, CD-DA trademark logo, product operating temperature range: 5C-35C (41F-95F) and operating instructions. Wired Circle Remote Controller features the following system controls: 3.5mm (1/8″) Headphone Jack, Hold function, Group/Tuning +/- controls, Radio On/Off button, disc transport controls and Volume +/- controls. LCD displays the following system information: MP3 indicator, disc indicator, No Disc indicator, battery life indicator, group indicator, bookmark symbol, total track number, current track number, elapsed track playing time, remaining playing time of track, remaining time on disc, Radio On, FM Station Preset Number, FM Band Station Frequency, FM Band Mono indicator, FM Band Local indicator, Sound and Play Mode indicators. Sony Walkman CD Player D-NF340 utilizes Automatic Volume Limiter System (AVLS). AVLS function prevents CD Walkman from becoming excessively loud during CD or FM radio playback. AVLS is enabled or disabled by pressing and holding Sound/AVLS button, if desired. Sony Walkman CD Player D-NF340 offers the following Menu Categories: (Language-English, French, Dutch, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, or Russian, G-Protection-On or Off, Beep-On or Off, Tune Step-100 kHz or 50 kHz and Preset Clear-Clear?). CDs sound fantastic on Sony Walkman CD Player D-NF340 with clear vocals, detailed midrange and well-defined bass performance. FM Tuner receives favorite music and news stations with accurate reception day or night. FM Band channel step tuning interval can be changed back and forth between 100 kHz and 50 kHz to listen to FM radio broadcasts traveling abroad. Default 100 KHz tuning interval is used to tune in FM Band stations in U.S., Canada, Latin America and overseas. Sony Walkman CD Player D-NF340 remembers last FM station tuned when radio is powered off via Radio Off button. I have not been able to make Sony Walkman CD Player D-NF340 skip during playback under any circumstances G-Shock Protection enabled or disabled. Sony Walkman CD Player D-NF340 proves to be versatile performer regarding type of CD-DA, CD-R/RW or MP3 discs that can be played and number of locations it can be used effectively in. Sony Walkman CD Player’s 3.5mm Stereo Headphone Jack can be connected to powered speakers sporting 3.5mm (1/8″) Line Input Jack. Sony Walkman CD Player D-NF340 can be attached to car stereo’s cassette deck with purchase of optional car kit. Sony Walkman CD Player D-NF340 is great portable audio companion for morning exercise routine, walks in park, outings at beach, listening to MP3 audiobooks, at home private listening sessions or sitting poolside taking a sip from refreshing cool glass of lemonade. In order to achieve audiophile-grade sound reproduction from CD Walkman, disable G-Shock Protection during non-active use. Factory supplied MDR-E706LP Ear Bud Stereo Headphones offer average sound quality at best. However, sound quality is improved upon dramatically with upgrade to Sony MDR-XB500 Extra Bass Stereo Headphones. Sony MDR-XB500 Extra Bass Headphones produce copious amounts of detailed dynamic bass when combined with playback precision of Sony Walkman CD Player D-NF340. Sony Walkman CD Player does not offer dual disc or DVD media playback. Sony Walkman CD Player D-NF340 is powered by 2 AA batteries or from Sony AC-E45A Worldwide 100-240V 50/60 Hz 1000mA AC Power Adapter. Sony Walkman CD Player D-NF340 offers exemplary battery life for portable audio power needs. There is no definitive answer as to actual time AA batteries last. Battery life specifications provided by Sony (up to 50 hours) in user manual are approximate, offered under factory operating conditions and accurate if Sony LR6 AA alkaline batteries manufactured in Japan are used. Your Sony Walkman CD Player D-NF340 has different battery life results because it is not likely to be used exclusively at Sony factory. Battery longevity varies by battery manufacturer and battery chemistry. Longer the duration Sony Walkman CD Player D-NF340 is powered on and as volume increases during CD or FM radio playback battery life is shortened accordingly. Battery power is consumed more quickly when G-Shock Protection is enabled. Proceed with caution. I recommend Duracell Coppertop DURALOCK Power Preserve Technology, Duracell Ultra Power DURALOCK Power Preserve Technology, Duracell QUANTUM DURALOCK Power Preserve Technology or Energizer Max Power Seal Technology AA alkaline batteries, Energizer Advanced Lithium or Energizer Ultimate Lithium AA batteries for maximum audio performance and battery life of Sony Walkman CD Player D-NF340. Stay away from cheap no name label carbon-zinc, alkaline or rechargeable batteries. Unknown brand supermarket, local pharmacy or dollar store batteries are inferior, last very short time span and leak inside battery compartment. Never mix old and new batteries, different battery types, different battery voltages and different battery brands. Remove AA alkaline batteries from battery compartment if Sony Walkman CD Player D-NF340 is not going to be used for extended time to avoid damage from battery acid leakage. Lithium battery features leak-resistant construction and suitable for storage in extreme temperatures compared to alkaline battery. AA batteries should be replaced when Sony Walkman CD Player D-NF340 consistently outputs subpar sound, “LO BATT” indicator flashes in LCD or no sound at all. Sony Walkman CD Player D-NF340 is compatible with the following 1.5V AA or equivalent battery types: carbon-zinc, alkaline, lithium and 1.2V NiMH rechargeable batteries (2300-2700 mAh capacity recommended). When purchasing AA batteries for CD Walkman, it is good idea to check date on package. A fresh set of AA alkaline batteries should have best if used by date of at least 10 years ahead of date of purchase. Energizer Advanced Lithium AA batteries hold power for up to 12 years in product packaging from date of purchase. Package expiration date for Energizer Ultimate Lithium AA batteries is up to 20 years ahead of date of purchase. Battery life is determined by many factors and that is why individual results vary. Such factors include type of music played, volume level used and ambient room or outdoor temperature. Battery life is decreased if portable player is powered by AA alkaline batteries in extremely cold temperatures. Have spare set of high-performance AA batteries nearby in case audio performance deteriorates in middle of favorite song. Lithium battery is approximately 33% lighter in weight compared to alkaline battery. Total weight of Sony Walkman CD Player D-NF340 is affected by chemical composition of AA batteries inserted in battery compartment. A 90-day labor and one year parts limited manufacturer warranty is included. Sony Walkman CD Player D-NF340 product dimensions are: Width: 5-5/8″, Height: 1-1/8″, Depth: 5-5/8″, (140 x 32.7 x 140 mm) and Weight: 7.5 ounces (210 g) alkaline batteries installed. Unfortunately, Sony Walkman CD Player D-NF340 does not offer AM Band tuner for enjoyment of local news broadcasts, traffic reports, weather forecasts and sports talk programs. Overall rating 5 stars. Good Luck. Enjoy.
Posted on: Sat, 04 Oct 2014 13:56:06 +0000
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