Key facts
- Brand
- SONY
- Model
- CE515
- Category
- Audio-Video Decoder
- Industry
- Electronics
- Documents
- 2
- Languages
- EN
- Last added
- 2012-02-27
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Sony CDP-C460Z/CE515 CD Player Service Manual
This service manual provides detailed information for the Sony CDP-C460Z/CE515 CD player. It includes specifications of the laser, audio outputs, power requirements and physical dimensions, as well as safety notices for the Class 1 laser and electrical leakage limits.
The document also contains step‑by‑step disassembly instructions, wiring diagrams, exploded views, and a parts list to aid technicians in repair and maintenance. Safety checks and recommended tools are described for handling the optical pick‑up block and motor assemblies.
SONY CE515 specifications
| Laser output | Max 44.6 LW* |
|---|---|
| Frequency response | 2 Hz to 20 kHz + 0.5 dB |
| Signal‑to‑noise ratio | More than 107 dB |
| Dynamic range | More the 98 dB |
| Harmonic distortion | Less than 0.0035 % |
| Line‑out (phono) level | 2 V over 10 kΩ (at 50 kΩ) |
| Digital out (optical) | -18 dBm, wavelength 660 nm |
| Headphone output | 10 mW into 32 Ω |
| Power requirements (US/Canada) | 120 V AC, 60 Hz |
| Dimensions | 430 × 120 × 393 mm (17 × 4 ¾ × 15 ½ in.) |
| Weight | 5.4 kg (11 lb 15 oz) |
All SONY CE515 documents by type
Disassembly, diagnostics and part numbers, for repair.
Questions answered in these manuals
What is the laser output power of the CD player?
The laser output is specified as a maximum of 44.6 LW* measured at 200 mm from the objective lens.
What are the power requirements for the unit?
In the United States and Canada the unit requires 120 V AC at 60 Hz; in Europe 220‑230 V AC at 50/60 Hz; in Australia 240 V AC at 50/60 Hz.