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Sony - 5-Disc CD Changer/Recorder - Black

Model:
CDPCE500
SKU:
1676121
Your price for this item is $149.99
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  • QuestionDoes this changer have to be hooked up to a receiver to function or can it be used alone?

    Asked by Anonymous.

    • Answer Unfortunately, the Sony CDP-CE500 CD Changer is not a stand-alone product. The Sony CDP-CE500 CD Changer does not offer speaker terminals. You can’t connect any pair of speakers to the Sony CD changer. The Sony CD changer operating instructions do not indicate that this unit offers speaker terminals. Sorry. The operating instructions indicate on page 9 that this unit must be connected to an rca style line level input or digital optical input of an amplifier. The Sony CD Changer can be connected to any A/V receiver or shelf stereo system that Best Buy sells. You can also purchase any shelf stereo system from Best Buy if you are looking for a CD player/speaker combination in one complete package. In addition, if you are looking for a CD player with speakers built into one unit, then you can consider purchasing a boombox from Best Buy as well. Typically, a boombox features a CD player, FM/AM tuner, cassette player/recorder, and 2 full range speakers in one unit that can operate on batteries or AC power. The Sony CFD-S350SILVER boombox or Sony CFD-G700CP boombox would be a great choice for this application. Good Luck.

      Answered by Computerhobbyist

  • QuestionDoes it have random playback

    Asked by Anonymous.

    • Answer In Shuffle Play mode, you can play tracks/files in random order. You can select whether to play tracks/files on all discs (or a USB device), on a specific disc, or in a specific folder. PLease see the operating instructions page 17 for more details.

      Answered by SonyListens

  • Questiondoes this recorder record from vinyl and cassettes?

    Asked by Anonymous.

    • Answer No. The Sony CDP-CE500 CD Changer can’t record audio from vinyl and cassettes. The Sony CDP-CE500 CD Changer can’t record to CD. The Sony CDP-CE500 CD Changer is not a traditional CD Recorder. There is no information in this unit’s operating instructions or marketing specifications that indicates that this Sony CD Changer can record audio or any music from records or cassettes to recordable CD media. The Sony CDP-CE500 CD Changer operating instructions indicate on pages 5, 13, and 14 that you can transfer music from a disc to a USB device (REC USB). You can only record to a connected USB device. The only available recording option for this Sony CD Changer is the USB port that is located on the front panel of the unit. Please note that this Sony CDP-CE500 CD Changer does not offer any traditional digital or analog inputs to record music on recordable CD media from a CD player, turntable, or cassette deck, etc. However, don’t despair. You can still purchase a component stereo CD recorder from Best Buy for this application. With that in mind, you can purchase a Teac CD-RW890 |SKU:3321375 CD Player/Recorder for all your vinyl record and cassette copying needs. Good Luck.

      Answered by Computerhobbyist

  • Questiondoes the unit have speaker jacks without using an amp

    Asked by Anonymous.

    • Answer No. The Sony CDP-CE500 CD Changer does not offer speaker terminals. You can’t connect any pair of speakers to the Sony CD changer. The Sony CD changer operating instructions do not indicate that this unit offers speaker terminals. Sorry. The Sony CD Changer can be connected to any A/V receiver or shelf stereo system that Best Buy sells. You can also purchase any shelf stereo system from Best Buy if you are looking for a CD player/speaker combination in one complete package. In addition, if you are looking for a CD player with speakers built into one unit, then you can consider purchasing a boombox from Best Buy as well. Typically, a boombox features a CD player, FM/AM tuner, cassette player/recorder, and 2 full range speakers in one unit that can operate on batteries or AC power. The Sony CFD-S350SILVER boombox or Sony CFD-G700CP boombox would be a great choice for this application. Good Luck.

      Answered by Computerhobbyist

  • QuestionDoes this have a tray or is it the magazine type?

    Asked by Anonymous.

    • Answer The CDPCE500 has a carousel tray to hold the 5 CDs

      Answered by SonyListens

  • QuestionSHUFFLINGWe are looking at purchasing this unit, but would like to know if with the shuffle feature: will it randomly select a disc and randomly select a selection from that disc then at the end of the song randomly select a different disc and song. Listening to an entire disc gets to be a bit much at times. Thanks

    Asked by Trucker.

    • Answer Hi Trucker, There are 3 modes in the SHUFFLE feature. 1. Plays all tracks/files on all discs in random order (ALL DISCS SHUFFLE). 2. Plays all tracks/files on the current disc in random order (1 DISC SHUFFLE). 3. Plays all files in the current folder in random order ( SHUFFLE). Thanks. >Joffrey

      Answered by SonyListens

  • QuestionIs it compatible with a 23 year old technics system

    Asked by Anonymous.

    • Answer Yes. You can purchase any component CD player from Best Buy to meet your needs, including the Sony CDP-CE500 CD Changer. You didn’t list the model number of your Technics receiver, but as long as your receiver features an AUX input with RCA type connectors, then any CD player will be compatible with it. My research indicates that Technics receiver model # SA-203, sold in the 1980’s, features an AUX input that would be compatible with a CD player. If this is not your model, it would still offer similar inputs for receivers made during that period of time. With that in mind, I would recommend Sony CD players CDP-CE375 |SKU:4144544 or Sony CDP-CE500 |SKU:1676121 for this type of application. The audio patch cable needed to make the connection between the CD player and your receiver is included with the Sony CD Changer. Good Luck.

      Answered by Computerhobbyist

  • QuestionWhat are dimensions?depth wide hight weight

    Asked by Julie.

    • Answer The marketing specifications indicate that the Sony CDP-CE500 CD Changer has the following dimensions: (w/h/d): 16.9 x 4.3 x 15.7 inches Weight: 11.4 lbs. Please note, that all measurements are approximate and are subject to change without notice. Good Luck.

      Answered by Computerhobbyist

  • Questionis this a continual play or do i have to select each cdi have an old cd player with five cd holder, however, it does not go from disc number one to the next

    Asked by jl.

    • Answer Yes. The Sony CDP-CE500 CD Changer does offer “continuous” play for your personal disc playback needs. You can load up to 5 discs in this unit for playback. The Sony CD Changer will play all 5 discs in consecutive order beginning with DISC 1, without any intervention by the user, if desired. You can also select a specific disc to begin the current playback session on the main unit or supplied remote commander by pressing the appropriate DISC number button. In addition, this Sony CDP-CE500 CD Changer does offer shuffle play across all of the discs that are loaded in the unit or on one specific disc as specified by the user. You can also program tracks to be played back on a specific disc as well. The Sony CDP-CE500 CD Changer has numerous repeat and random playback options that are described in the operating instructions. Some of these playback modes include the ability to repeat all songs on all 5 discs or on 1 specific disc. Moreover, this unit offers “shuffle play” which allows the Sony CD Changer to play tracks in random order on all 5 discs or on 1 specific disc. This Sony CDP-CE500 CD Changer offers just about every shuffle, repeat, and program play option that can be offered in the component CD player product category. The Sony CDP-CE500 CD Changer operating instructions indicate on page 16 that this unit offers random or shuffle play across all CD or MP3 CD discs (All Discs Shuffle) , one specific disc (1 Disc Shuffle), and on a connected USB device (USB Memory Shuffle). Good Luck.

      Answered by Computerhobbyist

  • Questioncan I use this to record onto an iPodwith the usb plug in the front does this allow you to record right to an iPod or MP3 player direct from the cd player without using a computer?

    Asked by Anonymous.

    • Answer The USB ports are intended to be used for external flash storage, not an iPod. An iPod requires MP3's to be logged into iTunes and formatted before an iPod could play the file. You would need to transfer the file on to a flash drive, move that to your computer, then copy the file into iTunes.

      Answered by BrendanBBY

  • Questionwill it play through my Bose Wave radio?

    Asked by jim.

    • Answer Absolutely. The Sony CDP-CE500 CD Changer is compatible with the Bose Wave Radio. The Bose Wave Radio operating instructions indicate on page 11 that you can connect any component CD player to the RCA style AUX input on the rear panel of the Wave radio. The audio cable needed to make this connection is included with the Sony CD Changer. However, if you have a Bose Wave Radio II, then you will need a Y audio stereo patch cable to make the connection between the Sony CD Changer and the 3.5mm AUX input on the Bose Wave Radio II. You can use a Dynex DX-MP3RCA7 |SKU:7220777 stereo cable to make this connection. Good Luck.

      Answered by Computerhobbyist

  • QuestionHeadphones?Does this product contain a jack for headphones?

    Asked by Anonymous.

    • Answer Hello. Welcome to the Best Buy community. Thank you for your question. No. Unfortunately, the Sony CDP-CE500 5-Disc CD Changer/USB Recorder |SKU:1676121 does not feature a stereo headphone output jack for your advanced audio CD private listening session needs. Sorry. However, don’t despair. You can still purchase a 5-disc component stereo CD changer from Best Buy that will meet your stereo headphone connection needs precisely. With that in mind, you can purchase an Insignia NS-CD512 5-Disc CD Changer |SKU:5036773 that features a front panel .25-inch (6.3mm or ¼”) stereo headphone jack for your private listening session needs. Optionally, you will also need to purchase a Dynex 3.5mm-to-6.3mm (1/8”-to-1/4”) Stereo Headphone Jack Adapter DX-AD109 |SKU:9390679 to connect a pair of stereo headphones with a 3.5mm (1/8”) stereo mini plug to the Insignia NS-CD512 CD Changer’s 6.3mm (.25-inch) headphone jack if a similar headphone jack adapter is not already included with your existing pair of stereo headphones. Good Luck.

      Answered by Computerhobbyist

  • QuestionCan I record from my I-Pod to a cd?

    Asked by Anonymous.

    • Answer No. You can’t connect your iPod to the Sony CD Changer. The Sony CDP-CE500 CD Changer does not record to CD. Sorry. Good Luck.

      Answered by Computerhobbyist

  • Questioncan i connect the machine to a mixer and create my own cds?does the machine function with a mixer and can i create/compose my own individual recordings on the CD to make my very own music.

    Asked by Anonymous.

    • Answer The Sony CDP-CE500 CD Changer’s analog output jack can be connected to any mixer that features an rca phono style input jack. The Sony CDP-CE500 CD Changer is not a CD recorder and you will not be able to create your own CD’s. Sorry. The Sony CDP-CE500 CD Changer can’t record audio to recordable CD media. The Sony CDP-CE500 CD Changer can’t record to CD. The Sony CDP-CE500 CD Changer is not a traditional CD Recorder. There is no information in this unit’s operating instructions or marketing specifications that indicates that this Sony CD Changer can record audio or any music to recordable CD media. The Sony CDP-CE500 CD Changer operating instructions indicate on pages 5, 13, and 14 that you can transfer music from a disc to a USB device (REC USB). You can only record to a connected USB device. The only available recording option for this Sony CD Changer is the USB port that is located on the front panel of the unit. Please note that this Sony CDP-CE500 CD Changer does not offer any traditional digital or analog inputs to record music on recordable CD media from a CD player, turntable, or cassette deck, etc. Good Luck.

      Answered by Computerhobbyist

  • Questioncan all five disc record at the same timeis it able to record live audio from a sound system

    Asked by jwweze2.

    • Answer No. The Sony CDP-CE500 CD Changer can’t record live audio from a sound system. The Sony CDP-CE500 CD Changer can’t record to CD. The Sony CDP-CE500 CD Changer is not a traditional CD Recorder. There is no information in the operating instructions, marketing specifications and/or Sony esupport website that indicates that this Sony CD Changer can record live audio or any music from a sound system to recordable CD media. The Sony CDP-CE500 CD Changer operating instructions indicate on pages 5, 13, and 14 that you can transfer music from a disc to a USB device (REC USB). You can only record to a connected USB device. The only available recording source for this Sony CD Changer is the USB port that is located on the front panel of the unit. Please note that this Sony CDP-CE500 CD Changer does not offer any traditional digital or analog inputs to record music on recordable CD media from a CD player, cassette deck, or sound system, etc. Good Luck.

      Answered by Computerhobbyist

  • QuestionDoes shuffle repeat tracks on the same disc before playing all tracks on all disc?My old Sony CD player has a "shuffle" feature. If you load 5 disc, you might hear the same track on one disc played several times before it plays a track (on same disc or different disc) for the first time. Is this player capable of playing tracks out of order, from different disc, without repeating a track previously played?

    Asked by Anonymous.

    • Answer I just purchased this model, so am still trying out the play functions. However, it seems to be playing in random order quite nicely.

      Answered by Scoop

  • Questioncan you connect a ipod to the CDP-CE500can you connect a ipod to the CDP-CE500

    Asked by Anonymous.

    • Answer No. You can’t connect an iPod to the Sony CDP-CE500 CD Changer. Sorry. Good Luck.

      Answered by Computerhobbyist

  • QuestionWill this play CDGs?

    Asked by Mom.

    • Answer Yes. The Sony CDP-CE500 CD Changer can play the audio tracks contained on the disc but not any of the video clips that are contained on the disc. Good Luck.

      Answered by Computerhobbyist

  • QuestionDoes this have a line in to connect an mp3 player?

    Asked by Anonymous.

    • Answer No. The Sony CDP-CE500 CD Changer does not feature a line in jack to connect a MP3 player. Sorry. Good Luck.

      Answered by Computerhobbyist

  • QuestionWhat do I need to hook this unit up? Do I need a separate receiver, separate speakers?

    Asked by lynnework.

    • Answer Hi lynnework, You can connect an active powered speaker that supports RCA (L/R) audio connection. Using a receiver will also work as well as give you more option with audio/speaker setup. «Jerome

      Answered by SonyListens

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