4-246-667-11(1)
Micro Hi-Fi
Component
System
Operating Instructions
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Record the serial number
in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer
regarding this product.
Model No. ______________
Serial No. ______________
CMT-HP7
©2003 Sony Corporation
Table of Contents
Adjusting the brightness of the display’s
backlight......................................... 23
Viewing information about the disc in the
display ............................................ 23
Recording your favorite CD tracks on a
tape..................................................17
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Discs that this system cannot
play
How to use this manual
• This manual mainly explains operations using
the remote, but the same operations can also
be performed using the buttons on the unit
having the same or similar names.
• The following symbols are used in this
manual.
• CD-ROMs
• CD-Rs/CD-RWs other than those recorded in
the following formats:
– music CD format
– MP3 format that conforms to ISO9660*1
Level 1/Level 2, Joliet*2, Romeo*2 or
Multi Session*3
Symbol
Meaning
• A disc that has a non-standard shape (e.g.,
card, heart).
Functions that can be used with
audio CDs
• A disc with paper or stickers on it.
• A disc that has the adhesive, cellophane tape,
or a sticker still left on it.
Functions that can be used with
MP3
• When you eject a disc, handle the disc by its
edge. Do not touch the surface.
• Do not use discs with seals, protection rings
or other accessories attached.
Playable discs
You can play back the following discs on this
system. Other discs cannot be played back.
• Do not use adaptors that change the size of a
disc from 8 cm to standard size.
*1
A logical format of files and folders on CD-ROMs,
List of playable discs
defined by ISO (International Standard
Organization)
Format of
discs
Disc logo
Contents
*2
Up to 31 characters can be displayed.
*3
Audio CDs
Audio
Multi Session
This is a recording method that enables adding of
data using the Track-At-Once method.
Conventional CDs begin at a CD control area called
the Lead-in and end at an area called Lead-out. A
Multi Session CD is a CD having multiple sessions,
with each segment from Lead-in to Lead-out
regarded as a single session.
CD-Extra: This format records audio (audio CD
data) on the tracks in session 1 and data on the tracks
in session 2.
CD-R/CD-RW
(audio data)
Audio
Audio
CD-R/CD-RW
(MP3 files)
Mixed CD: This format records data on the first
track and audio (audio CD data) on the second and
subsequent tracks of a session.
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Notes on CD-R and CD-RW
Music discs encoded with
copyright protection
technologies
• This system can play CD-R/CD-RW discs
edited by the user. However, note that
playback of some discs may not be possible
depending on the recording device used for
recording or the disc condition.
• Discs recorded on CD-R/CD-RW drives may
not be played back because of scratches, dirt,
recording condition or the driver’s
characteristics.
• CD-R and CD-RW discs that have not been
finalized (processing to allow play by a
normal CD player) cannot be played.
• CD-R and CD-RW discs recorded in multi-
session that have not ended by “closing the
session” are not supported.
This product is designed to playback discs that
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.
Recently, various music discs encoded with
copyright protection technologies are marketed
by some record companies. Please be aware that
among those discs, there are some that do not
conform to the CD standard and may not be
playable by this product.
Cautions when playing a disc
that is recorded in Multi
Session
• The system may be unable to play MP3
format files that do not have the extender
“.MP3”.
• Attempting to play non-MP3 format files that
have the extender “.MP3” may result in noise
or malfunction.
• With formats other than ISO 9660 level 1 and
2, folder names or file names may not be
displayed correctly.
• The following discs take a longer time to start
playback.
• If the disc begins with a CD-DA session, it is
recognized as a CD-DA (audio) disc, and
playback continues until an MP3 session is
encountered.
• If the disc begins with an MP3 session, it is
recognized as an MP3 disc, and playback
continues until a CD-DA (audio) session is
encountered.
• The playback range of an MP3 disc is
determined by the tree structure of files
produced by analyzing of the disc.
• A disc with a mixed CD format will be
recognized as a CD-DA (audio) disc.
– a disc recorded with complicated tree
structure.
– a disc recorded in Multi Session.
– a disc to which data can be added (non-
finalized disc).
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Getting Started
Hooking up the system
Perform the following procedures 1 to 4 to hook up your system using the supplied cords and
accessories.
AM loop antenna
FM lead antenna
Right speaker
Left speaker
2
3
4
1
1 Connect the speakers.
2 Connect the FM and AM antennas.
Connect the right and left speaker cords to
the SPEAKER terminals as shown below.
Insert only the stripped portion
Set up the AM loop antenna, then connect
it.
Gray/Solid (3)
Extend the FM lead
antenna horizontally
Black/Stripe (#)
AM loop
antenna
Note
Keep the antennas away from the speaker cords.
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3 For models with a voltage selector, set
VOLTAGE SELECTOR to the local
power line voltage.
Attaching the speaker pads
Attach the supplied front speaker pads to the
bottom of the speakers to stabilize the speakers
and prevent them from slipping.
Refer to the print on your system’s
VOLTAGE SELECTOR for available
settings.
Front speaker (Left (4)/Right (4))
4 Connect the power cord to a wall
outlet.
The demonstration appears in the display.
When you press ?/1, the system turns on
and the demonstration automatically ends.
If the plug does not fit the wall socket,
detach the supplied plug adaptor (only for
models equipped with an adaptor).
When carrying this system
Perform the following procedure to protect
the CD mechanism.
1 Make sure that all discs are removed
from the system.
2 Press ?/1 to turn off the system.
“STANDBY” flashes for a few seconds,
and then disappears from the display.
Inserting two R6 (size AA)
batteries into the remote
3 Unplug the power cord.
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Note
If you do not use the remote for a long period of time,
remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from
battery leakage and corrosion.
Tip
With normal use, the batteries should last for about six
months. When the remote no longer operates the
system, replace both batteries with new ones.
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Setting the clock
Use buttons on the remote for the operation.
1
2
3
Press ?/1 to turn on the system.
Press CLOCK/TIMER SET.
Press ./> repeatedly to set the
hour.
4
5
Press ENTER.
Press ./> repeatedly to set the
minute.
6
Press ENTER.
The clock starts working.
To adjust the clock
1 Press CLOCK/TIMER SET.
2 Press ./> to select “CLOCK SET”,
then press ENTER.
3 Do the same procedures as step 3 to 6
above.
Note
The clock settings are canceled when you disconnect
the power cord or if a power failure occurs.
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Playing a disc
— Normal Play/Shuffle Play
CD/MP3 – Play
Loading a disc
Use buttons on the unit for the operation.
You can play audio CDs and discs with MP3
audio tracks.
1
2
Press any one of buttons (DISC 1 Z –
DISC 5 Z).
Disc number
Track number
Insert a disc with the label side up.
The disc is drawn in automatically.
Playing time
Disc indicator
1
2
Press CD on the remote (or FUNCTION
on the unit repeatedly) until “CD”
appears.
With the label side up
To load another disc, eject a disc or press
one of the buttons (DISC 1 – 5) to select an
empty compartment (it is not possible to
select another compartment, when an 8 cm
disc is loaded).
Press PLAY MODE in stop mode
repeatedly until the mode you want
appears in the display.
Select
To play
ALL DISCS
(Normal Play)
All discs in the system
continuously.
Notes
• Do not use a disc with tape, seals or paste on it as this
may cause malfunction.
• You cannot store an 8 cm disc in any of the
compartments (DISC 1 – 5).
1 DISC
(Normal Play)
The tracks on the disc you
have selected in original
order.
ALBM
(Normal Play)
All MP3 audio tracks in the
album on the disc you have
selected in original order.
When playing a non-MP3
disc, Album Play becomes 1
DISC Play.
• Do not load an 8 cm disc with an adaptor. Doing so
may cause the system to malfunction.
ALL DISCS
SHUF (Shuffle
Play)
The tracks on all discs in
random order.
1 DISC SHUF
(Shuffle Play)
The tracks on the disc you
have selected in random
order.
ALBM SHUF
(Shuffle Play)
The MP3 audio tracks in the
album on the disc you have
selected in random order.
When playing a non-MP3
disc, Album Shuffle Play
becomes 1 DISC SHUF
Play.
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Notes
Select
To play
• For 8 cm discs, only playback is supported in this
system. When an 8 cm disc is loaded in the system, it
becomes impossible to select or play back another
disc.
• You cannot change the play mode during playback.
• Some time may be needed to start playback of discs
recorded in complex configurations such as many
layers.
• When the disc is inserted, the player reads all the
tracks on that disc. If there are many albums or non-
MP3 audio tracks on the disc, it may take a long time
for play to begin or for the next MP3 audio track to
start play.
• Do not save unnecessary albums or tracks other than
MP3 ones in the disc to be used for MP3 listening.
We recommend that you do not save other types of
tracks or unnecessary albums on a disc that has MP3
audio tracks.
PGM
The tracks on all discs in the
(Program Play) order you want them to be
played (see “Creating your
3
Press N on the remote (or CD N on
the unit).
Other operations
To
Do this
Stop play
Pause
Press x.
Press X. Press again to resume
play.
Select a track
Press ./> repeatedly.
Select an album Press ALBUM +/– repeatedly
of MP3*1
after step 2.
Find a point in a Keep pressing m/M during
track*2
playback and release it at the
desired point.
• An album that does not include an MP3 audio track
is skipped.
• Maximum album number: 150 (including root
folder)
Select a disc in Press D. SKIP on the remote
stop mode
repeatedly (or any one of the
buttons (DISC 1 – 5*3 on the
unit)).
• The maximum number of MP3 audio tracks and
albums that can be contained on a single disc is 300.
• Playback is possible up to 8 levels.
• MP3 audio tracks are played back in the order that
they are recorded on the disc.
Switch to CD
function from
another source
Press any one of the buttons
(DISC 1 – 5 on the unit)
(Automatic Source Selection).
• Depending on the encoding/writing software,
recording device, or the recording media used at the
time an MP3 audio track is recorded, you may
encounter such problems as disabled playback,
sound interruptions and noise.
Remove a disc
Press any one of the buttons
(DISC 1 Z – DISC 5 Z on the
unit).
*1 You may not be able to search between multiple
files. Also, the time may not be displayed correctly
for some files.
*2 except for MP3 audio tracks
*3 DISC 1 – 5 on the unit are not available when “ALL
DISCS SHUF” is selected.
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Playing repeatedly
— Repeat Play
Creating your own
program
— Program Play
You can play all the tracks or a single track on a
disc.
You can make a program of up to 25 steps from
all the discs in the order you want to play them.
You can synchro record the programed tracks
Press REPEAT/FM MODE repeatedly until
“REP” or “REP1” appears.
REP: For all the tracks on the disc(s), or all the
tracks in the album up to five times.
REP1: For a single track only.
Use buttons on the remote for the operation.
1
2
3
Press CD (or FUNCTION on the unit
repeatedly) until “CD” appears.
To cancel Repeat Play
Press REPEAT/FM MODE repeatedly until
both “REP” and “REP1” disappear.
Press PLAY MODE in stop mode
repeatedly until “PGM” appears.
Notes
Press D. SKIP repeatedly (or any one of
the buttons (DISC 1 – 5 on the unit)) to
select a disc.
• You cannot select “REP” and “ALL DISCS SHUF”
at the same time.
• When you select “REP1”, that track is repeated
endlessly until “REP1” is canceled.
To program all the tracks on a disc at once,
proceed to step 5 with “ALL” displayed.
4
Press ./> repeatedly until the
desired track number appears.
When programing an MP3, press ALBUM
+/– to select an album, then press ./
>repeatedly until the desired track
number appears.
Disc number
Selected track number
Total playing time
(including selected track)
5
Press ENTER (or PLAY MODE on the
unit).
The track is programed.
The program step number appears,
followed by the total playing time.
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6
7
Program additional discs or tracks.
To program
Repeat steps
Other discs
3 and 5
Other tracks on the 4 and 5
same disc
Other tracks on
other discs
3 to 5
Press N (or CD N on the unit).
Program Play starts.
Other operations
To
Do this
Cancel Program
Play
Press PLAY MODE in stop
mode repeatedly until “PGM”
disappears.
Clear a track from Press CLEAR in stop mode.
the end
Note
When an 8 cm disc is loaded in the system, it is
impossible to select another disc to create a program.
Tips
• The program you made remains after Program Play
finishes. To play the same program again, press CD
(or FUNCTION on the unit repeatedly) until “CD”
appears, then press N(or CD Non the unit).
However, the program is cleared when you press any
one of the buttons (DISC 1 Z – DISC 5 Z on the
unit).
• “– –.– –” appears when the total CD program time
exceeds 100 minutes, or when you select a disc with
20 tracks or more, or when you select an MP3 audio
track.
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6
Repeat steps 1 through 5 to store other
stations.
Tuner
Manual tuning preset
Presetting radio stations
You can manually tune in and store the radio
frequency of the desired stations.
You can preset up to 20 FM stations and 10 AM
stations. You can then tune in any of those
stations simply by selecting the corresponding
preset number.
1
2
3
Press TUNER BAND repeatedly to
select “FM” or “AM”.
Press TUNING +/– repeatedly to tune in
the desired station.
Automatic tuning preset
Press TUNER MEMORY on the remote.
You can automatically tune in all of the stations
that can be received in your area and then store
the radio frequency of the desired stations.
A preset number appears.
4
Press PRESET +/– repeatedly to select
the desired preset number.
1
2
Press TUNER BAND repeatedly to
select “FM” or “AM”.
5
6
Press ENTER on the remote.
Repeat steps 1 through 5 to store other
stations.
Press and hold TUNING +/– until the
frequency indication starts to change,
then release it.
Other Operations
The frequency changes as the system scans
for a station. Scanning stops automatically
when a station is tuned in. At that time,
“TUNED” and “STEREO” (for an FM
stereo program) appear.
To
Do this
Tune in a station
Follow the procedure described
Set another station Start over from step 1. After
to the existing
preset number
step 3, press PRESET +/–
repeatedly to select the preset
number you want to store the
other station.
If “TUNED” does not appear and the
scanning does not stop
Set the frequency of the desired radio
station as described in steps 2 through 6 of
3
Press TUNER MEMORY on the remote.
A preset number appears.
Preset number
4
5
Press PRESET +/– repeatedly to select
the desired preset number.
Press ENTER on the remote.
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To change the AM tuning interval
(except for European, Russian,
Middle Eastern and Philippine
models)
The AM tuning interval is factory-preset to 9
kHz (or 10 kHz for some areas). To change the
AM tuning interval, tune in any AM station first,
then turn off the system. While holding TUNER/
BAND on the unit, press ?/1on the unit. When
you change the interval, all the AM preset
stations are erased. To reset the interval, repeat
the same procedure.
Listening to the radio
You can listen to a radio station either by
selecting a preset station, or by manually tuning
in the station.
Listening to a preset station
— Preset Tuning
Preset radio stations in the tuner’s memory first
Note
1
2
Press TUNER BAND repeatedly to
select “FM” or “AM”.
You cannot change the AM tuning interval in the
Power Saving Mode.
Press PRESET +/– repeatedly to select
the desired preset station.
Tips
• The preset stations are retained for about a day even
if you disconnect the power cord or if a power failure
occurs.
Preset number
• To improve the reception, adjust the supplied
antennas or connect an external antenna.
Frequency
Listening to non-preset radio
station
— Manual Tuning
1
Press TUNER BAND repeatedly to
select “FM” or “AM”.
2
Press TUNING +/– repeatedly to tune in
the desired station.
Tips
• To improve broadcast reception, adjust the supplied
antennas, or connect a commercially available
external antenna.
• When an FM stereo program has static noise, press
REPEAT/FM MODE on the remote until “MONO”
appears. There will be no stereo effect, but the
reception will improve.
• Press and hold TUNING +/–. The frequency
indication changes and scanning stops when the
system tunes in a station (Automatic Tuning).
• To record the radio programs, use manual recording
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Using the Radio Data
System (RDS)
(European model only)
What is the Radio Data
System?
Radio Data System (RDS) is a broadcasting
service that allows radio stations to send
additional information along with the regular
program signal. RDS is available only on FM
stations.*
Note
RDS may not work properly if the station you are tuned
in is not transmitting the RDS signal properly or if the
signal is weak.
* Not all FMstations provide RDS service, nor do they
provide the same types of services. If you are not
familiar with the RDS system, check with your local
radio stations for details on RDS services in your
area.
Receiving RDS broadcasts
Simply select a station from the FM band.
When you tune in a station that provides RDS
services, the station name appears in the display.
To check the RDS information
Each time you press DISPLAY, the display
changes cyclically as follows:
Station name* tFrequency tProgram type*
tClock display tEffect status
* If the RDS broadcast is not properly received, the
station name or program type may not appear in the
display.
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Playing a tape
Tape – Play
You can use TYPE I (normal) tape.
Loading a tape
1
2
Load a tape.
1
Slide the lid open with your hand.
Insert a tape.
Press TAPE A/B on the remote (or
FUNCTION on the unit repeatedly) until
“TAPE” appears.
2
With the side
you want to
play/record
facing up.
3
Press PLAY MODE repeatedly to select
“g” to play one side, “h” to play
both sides, or “j”* to play both sides
repeatedly.
* The tape automatically stops after playing back
five times.
4
Press N on the remote (or TAPE
nN on the unit).
To remove the tape, lift up the tape from the
side as shown in the illustration.
The tape starts playing.
3
Slide the lid close with your hand.
Press TAPE nN on the unit again to
play the reverse side.
Other operations
To
Do this
Stop play
Pause
Press x.
Press X. Press again to resume
play.
Fast-forward or Press m/M.
rewind
Finding a point in a track (Cue
and Review)
To go forward
Press M during playback, then press N on
the remote (or TAPE nN on the unit) at the
desired point.
To go back
Press m during playback, then press N on
the remote (or TAPE nN on the unit) at the
desired point.
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Recording on a tape
manually
Tape – Recording
Recording your favorite
CD tracks on a tape
— Manual Recording
You can record just the portions you like from a
CD or radio program on a tape.
— CD-TAPE Synchro Recording
You can also record from connected
components (see “Hooking up optional
You can record a whole CD on a tape.
You can use TYPE I (normal) tape. The
recording level is ajusted automatically.
Use buttons on the unit for the operation.
Use buttons on the unit for the operation.
1
2
Load a recordable tape.
1
2
Load a recordable tape.
Press FUNCTION repeatedly (or TAPE
A/B on the remote) until “TAPE”
appears.
Press FUNCTION repeatedly (or TAPE
A/B on the remote) until “TAPE”
appears.
3
4
Press PLAY MODE repeatedly to select
“g” to record on one side or “h” to
record on both sides.
3
4
Press PLAY MODE repeatedly to select
“g” to record on one side or “h” to
record on both sides.
Press FUNCTION repeatedly (or CD,
TUNER BAND or GAME (MD) on the
remote) to select the desired source to
record.
Press FUNCTION repeatedly (or CD on
the remote) until “CD” appears.
5
6
Load a disc you want to record.
Press CD SYNC.
• CD: To record from this system’s CD
player.
The tape deck stands by for recording and
the CD player pauses for playback.
“REC” flashes.
When you want to record on the reverse
side, press TAPE nN.
• TUNER: To record from this system’s
tuner.
• MD: To record from the optional
component connected to the MD IN
jacks.
7
Press REC PAUSE/START.
5
6
Press REC PAUSE/START.
Recording starts.
The tape deck stands by for recording.
“REC” flashes.
When you want to record on the reverse
side, press TAPE nN.
To stop recording
Press x.
To record a disc by specifying
track order
Press REC PAUSE/START, then start
playing the desired source to record.
You can record only your favorite CD tracks
using Program Play. Between steps 5 and 6,
perform steps 2 to 6 of “Creating your own
Recording starts.
To stop recording
Press x.
Note
Note
When recording on the front side of the tape ends in the
middle of a track, a program step is automatically
added to pause CD playback.
You cannot listen to other sources while recording.
Tip
For recording from the tuner:
If noise is heard while recording from the tuner, move
the respective antenna to reduce the noise.
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Selecting the sound effect
Sound Adjustment
Adjusting the sound
Selecting the effect from the
music menu
You can reinforce the bass and create a more
powerful sound.
Press PRESET EQ repeatedly to select the
preset you desire.
Press GROOVE.
The preset name appears in the display.
See the chart “Sound effect options”.
Each time you press the button, the display
changes as follows:
GROOVE ON* yGROOVE OFF
* The volume switches to power mode, the equalizer
curve changes, and “GROOVE” lights up.
To cancel the sound effect
Press PRESET EQ repeatedly until “FLAT”
appears.
Sound effect options
“SURR” lights up if you select an effect with
surround effects.
MUSIC EQ
Effect
ROCK
POP
Standard music sources
JAZZ
MOVIE EQ
Effect
MOVIE
Soundtracks and special listening
situations
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Waking up to music
— Daily Timer
Timer
Falling asleep to music
— Sleep Timer
You can wake up to music at a preset time. Make
sure you have set the clock (see “Setting the
You can set the system to turn off after a certain
time, so that you can fall asleep to music.
Use buttons on the remote for the operation.
Use buttons on the remote for the operation.
1
Prepare the sound source you want to
play.
Press SLEEP repeatedly.
• CD: Load a disc. To start from a specific
track, make a program (see “Creating
• TAPE: Load a tape.
Each time you press the button, the minute
display (the turn-off time) changes cyclically as
follows:
AUTO* t90MIN t80MIN t70MIN t
… t10MIN tOFF
* The system automatically turns off in 100 minutes or
after the current disc or tape finishes playing.
2
3
Adjust the volume.
Press CLOCK/TIMER SET.
Other operations
“DAILY SET” appears.
To
Press
4
5
Press ENTER.
Check the
remaining time**
SLEEP once.
“ON” appears and the hour indication
flashes.
Change the time SLEEP repeatedly to select the
to turn off time you want.
Set the time to start playing.
Cancel the Sleep SLEEP repeatedly until “OFF”
Timer function appears.
Press ./> repeatedly to set the hour,
then press ENTER.
The minute indication flashes.
Press ./> repeatedly to set the
minute, then press ENTER.
**You cannot check the remaining time if you select
“AUTO”.
6
7
Set the time to stop playing following
the same procedure as step 5.
Press ./> repeatedly until the
desired sound source appears.
Each time you press the button, the display
changes cyclically as follows:
t
y
T
TUNER
CD PLAY
t
T
TAPE PLAY
8
9
Press ENTER.
The type of timer (“DAILY”), the start
time, the stop time, and the sound source
appear in turn, before the original display
returns.
Press ?/1 to turn off the system.
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Other operations
Timer recording radio
programs
To
Do this
Check the setting 1 Press CLOCK/TIMER
SELECT.
2 Press ./> repeatedly
until “DAILY”appears, then
press ENTER.
You can record a preset radio station from a
specified time.
To timer record, you must first preset the radio
Change the setting Start over from step 1.
Cancel the timer
1 Press CLOCK/TIMER
SELECT.
2 Press ./> repeatedly
until “TIMEROFF”appears,
then press ENTER.
Use buttons on the remote for the operation.
1
Tune in the preset radio station (see
Notes
• You cannot activate the Daily Timer and recording
timer at the same time.
• If you use the Daily Timer and the Sleep Timer at the
same time, the Sleep Timer has priority.
• If the system is on at the preset time, the Daily Timer
will not be activated.
• You cannot use the optional component connected to
the MD IN jacks as sound sources for the Daily
Timer.
2
3
Press CLOCK/TIMER SET.
“DAILY SET” appears.
Press ./> repeatedly to select
“REC SET”, then press ENTER.
“ON” appears and the hour indication
flashes.
4
5
Set the time to start recording.
Tip
Press ./> repeatedly to set the hour,
then press ENTER.
The minute indication flashes.
Press ./> repeatedly to set the
minute, then press ENTER.
The system turns on 15 seconds before the preset time.
Set the time to stop recording following
the same procedure as step 4.
The start time, the stop time, and the preset
radio station to be recorded (e.g., “TUNER
FM 5”) appear in turn, before the original
display returns.
6
7
Load a recordable tape.
Press TAPE nN on the unit, if you
want to switch the direction. Then
press x.
8
9
Press PLAY MODE repeatedly to select
“g” to record on one side or “h” to
record on both sides.
Press ?/1 to turn off the system.
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Other operations
To
Do this
Display
Check the setting 1 Press CLOCK/TIMER
SELECT.
Turning off the display
— Power Saving Mode
2 Press ./> repeatedly
until “REC SELECT”
appears, then press ENTER.
Change the setting Start over from step 1.
The demonstration display (display window and
buttons lighting and flashing even when the
system power is off) and the clock display can
be turned off to minimize the amount of power
consumed during standby (Power Saving
Mode).
Cancel the timer
1 Press CLOCK/TIMER
SELECT.
2 Press ./> repeatedly
until“TIMEROFF”appears,
then press ENTER.
Press DISPLAY repeatedly while the
system is off until the demonstration
display or the clock display disappears.
Notes
• You cannot activate the Daily Timer and recording
timer at the same time.
• If you use the recording timer and the Sleep Timer at
the same time, the Sleep Timer has priority.
• If the system is on at the preset time, the timer
recording will not be activated.
• The volume is reduced to minimum during
recording.
To cancel Power Saving Mode
Press DISPLAY repeatedly while the system is
off. Each time you press the button, the display
switches cyclically as follows:
Demonstration display tClock display* t
No display (Power Saving Mode)
* The clock is displayed only if you set the clock.
Note
You cannot perform the following operations in Power
Saving Mode.
– setting the clock
– changing the AM tuning interval (except for
European, Russian, Middle Eastern and Philippine
models)
– turning on the system by pressing the function
buttons
Tip
The timer continues to operate in Power Saving Mode.
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Adjusting the brightness
of the display’s backlight
Viewing information
about the disc in the
display
You can change the brightness of the display’s
backlight.
You can check the playing time and remaining
time of the current track or that of the current
disc.
Press DIMMER on the unit repeatedly.
Each time you press the button, the brightness
changes cyclically as follows:
DIMMER 1 tDIMMER 2 tDIMMER 3 t
DIMMER OFF
Checking the remaining time
and titles (CD/MP3)
Press DISPLAY repeatedly during
playback.
Each time you press the button, the display
changes cyclically as follows:
x When playing a CD
Elapsed playing time of the current track t
Remaining time of the current track*1 t
Remaining time of the current disc *2t
Clock display (for eight seconds) t
Effect status
*1
“– –.– –” appears when playing the program
containing more than 20 tracks or 100 minutes.
*2
“– –.– –” appears in ALL DISCS or Program Play
mode.
x When playing an MP3
Elapsed playing time of the current track t
Remaining time of the current track*1 t
Remaining time of the current disc*2 t
Track title*3 tAlbum name tClock display
(for eight seconds) tEffect status
*1
“– –.– –” appears when playing the program
containing more than 20 tracks or 100 minutes, or
MP3 audio tracks.
*2
“– –.– –” appears in ALL DISCS or Program Play
mode, or when playing back MP3 audio tracks.
*3
When you play back a track with an ID3 tag ver. 1
(ver. 1.0 or 1.1), the ID3 tag appears. The ID3 tag
displays only the track title information.
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Checking the total playing
time and titles (CD)
Press DISPLAY repeatedly in stop mode.
Each time you press the button, the display
changes cyclically as follows:
x When a CD is in Normal Play mode
TOC display*1 or total number of albums on the
current disc*2 or total number of tracks on the
current album*2 talbum name*2 tClock
display (for eight seconds) tEffect status
1
*
TOC = Table of Contents; displays current disc
number, total number of tracks on the disc, and total
playing time of the disc (“– –.– –” appears when a
disc contains 20 tracks or more.).
For discs with MP3 audio tracks, album titles may
not be displayed depending on the play mode.
2
*
x When a CD is in Program Play mode
Last programed track number and total playing
time of the program* tLast program step
number tClock display (for eight seconds) t
Effect status
* “– –.– –” appears when the total playing time of the
program exceeds 100 minutes.
Notes
• The total playing time is not displayed for a disc with
MP3 audio tracks.
• ID3 tag applies only to version 1.
• If the MP3 file you play back has an ID3 tag, the ID3
tag information is displayed as a track title.
• In the following case, elapsed playing time and
remaining time of the track may not be displayed
accurately.
– when an MP3 file of VBR (variable bit rate) is
played.
– when fast forward or fast reverse is performed.
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Optional Components
Hooking up optional components
To enhance your system, you can connect optional components. Refer to the operating instructions
provided with each component.
Optional digital component
To the digital input jack
of an optional digital
component
From the audio output
jacks of an optional
analog component
Optional analog component
A OPTICAL CD DIGITAL OUT
Listening to audio from a
jack
connected component
Use a digital optical cable (square, not supplied)
1 Connect audio cords.
to connect an optional digital component (MD
deck, etc.) to this jack. You can then output
digital sound to that component from this
system.
2 Press GAME (MD) on the remote (or
FUNCTION on the unit repeatedly) until
“MD” appears.
B MD IN jacks
Use audio cords (not supplied) to connect an
optional analog component (MD deck, etc.) to
these jacks. You can then listen to the sound
from the component.
Start playing the connected component.
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Recording audio from a
connected component
1 Connect audio cords.
2 Start recording manually.
Recording on a connected
component
1 Connect a digital optical cable.
2 Start recording.
Refer to the operating instructions provided
with the connected component.
Note
You can digitally record from the disc only. However,
you cannot record from copy prohibited discs.
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The clock setting/radio presetting/timer is
canceled.
• Redo the following:
Troubleshooting
Problems and remedies
Should you encounter a problem with your
system, do the following:
There is no sound.
• Press VOL + on the remote repeatedly (or turn
VOLUME on the unit clockwise).
1 Make sure the power cord and speaker
cords are correctly and firmly connected.
• Make sure the headphones are not connected.
• There is no audio output during timer recording.
2 Find your problem in the troubleshooting
checklist below and take the indicated
corrective action.
If the problem persists after doing all of the
above, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Sound comes from one channel, or
unbalanced left and right volume.
• Place the speakers as symmetrically as possible.
• Connect the supplied speakers.
When the ?/1 indicator flashes
Immediately unplug the power cord and check
the following items.
• Is the voltage selector set to the correct
voltage?
Sound lacks bass.
• Check that the speaker’s + and – jacks are
connected correctly.
There is severe hum or noise.
Check the voltage for your region, then make
sure the voltage selector is set correctly.
• Are the + and – speaker cords short-circuited?
• Are you using only the prescribed speakers?
• Is anything blocking the ventilation holes on
the rear of the system?
After checking the above items and fixing any
problems, connect the power cord again and turn
on the system. If the indicator still flashes, or if
the cause of the problem cannot be found even
after checking all the above items, consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
• Move the system away from the source of noise.
• Connect the system to a different wall outlet.
• Install a noise filter (commercially available) to
the power line.
The timer cannot be set.
The timer does not function.
• Check the timer setting and set the correct time
The remote does not function.
• Remove the obstacle.
• Move the remote closer to the system.
• Point the remote at the system’s sensor.
• Replace the batteries (R6/size AA).
• Locate the system away from the fluorescent light.
General
The display starts flashing as soon as you
plug in the power cord even though you have
not turned on the system (see step 4 of
• Press DISPLAY twice while the systemis off. The
demonstration disappears.
There is acoustic feedback.
• Reduce the volume.
The color irregularity on a TV screen persists.
• Turn off the TV set once, then turn it on after 15
to 30 minutes. If the color irregularity still
persists, place the speakers farther away from the
TV set.
“– –:– –” appears in the display.
• A power interruption has occurred. Set the clock
again.
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CD/MP3 player
MP3 audio tracks take longer to play back than
others.
• After the system reads all tracks on the discs,
playback may take more time than usual if:
– the number of albums or tracks on the disc is
very large.
“LOCKED” appears.
• Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony
service facility.
The disc does not eject.
• You cannot eject the disc during CD Synchro
Recording. Press x to cancel the CD Synchro
Recording, then press any one of the buttons
(DISC 1 Z – DISC 5 Z on the unit) to eject the
disc.
– the album and track organization structure is
very complex.
The album title, track title and ID3 tag do not
appear correctly.
• Use a disc that conforms with ISO 9660 level 1,
level 2, Joliet or Romeo in the expansion format.
• The disc ID3 tag is not ver. 1 (ver. 1.0 or 1.1).
• Consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Play does not start.
• Check whether a disc is loaded (The DISC
indicator lights up when a disc is loaded).
Tuner
• Replace the disc.
Severe hum or noise/stations cannot be
received.
• Load the disc correctly.
• Find a place and an orientation that provide good
reception, then set up the antenna again. If you
cannot obtain good reception, we recommend you
connect a commercially available external
antenna.
• Load the disc in the player with the label side up.
• Remove the disc and wipe away the moisture on
the disc, then leave the system turned on for a few
hours until the moisture evaporates.
• Press Non the remote (or CD Non the unit) to
start play.
The sound skips.
• Replace the disc.
• The supplied FM lead antenna receives signals
along its entire length, so make sure you extend it
fully.
• Locate the antennas as far away from the speaker
cords as possible.
• Try turning off surrounding electrical equipment.
• Try moving the system to a place without
vibration (e.g., on top of a stable stand).
• Try moving the speakers away fromthe system, or
placing them on separate stands. When you listen
to a track with bass sounds at high volume, the
speaker vibration may cause the sound to skip.
A stereo FM program cannot be received in
stereo.
• Press REPEAT/FM MODE on the remote until
“STEREO” appears.
Play does not start from the first track.
• Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until both “PGM”
and “SHUF” disappear to return to Normal Play.
MP3 audio track cannot be played back.
• Recording was not performed according to the
ISO 9660 level 1 or level 2 format, Joliet or
Romeo in the expansion format.
• The MP3 audio track does not have the extension
“.MP3”.
• The data is not stored in MP3 format.
• Discs containing files other than MPEG 1 Audio
Layer-3 files cannot be played.
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Tape deck
If the system still does not
operate properly after performing
the above measures, reset the
system as follows:
The tape does not record or play, or there is a
decrease in sound level.
• The record/playback heads are magnetised.
Use buttons on the unit for the operation.
1 Disconnect the power cord.
The tape does not erase completely.
• The record/playback heads are magnetised.
2 Reconnect the power cord.
3 Press x, DISPLAY and DISC 1 at the same
time.
There is excessive wowor flutter, or the sound
drops out.
4 Press ?/1 to turn on the system.
• The capstans or pinch rollers are dirty. Clean them
The system is reset to the factory settings. You
should set the settings you made, such as the
preset stations, clock, and timer.
Noise increases or the high frequencies are
erased.
• The record/playback heads are magnetised.
The tape does not record.
• No cassette is loaded. Load a cassette.
• The tab has been removed from the cassette.
Cover the broken tab with adhesive tape
• The tape has wound to the end.
Optional components
There is no sound.
• Refer to General item “There is no sound.”
(page 27) and check the condition of the system.
checking:
– if the cords are connected properly.
– if the cord plugs are firmly inserted all the way.
• Turn on the connected component.
• Refer to the operating instructions supplied with
the connected component and start playing.
• Press GAME (MD) on the remote (or
FUNCTION on the uint repeatedly) until “MD”
appears.
The sound is distorted.
• Set the volume of the connected component
lower.
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Messages
One of the following messages may appear or
flash in the display during operation.
CD/MP3
NO DISC
There is no disc in the player.
NO STEP
There is no program step.
OVER
You have reached the end of the disc while pressing
and holding Mduring playback or pause.
PUSH STOP
You pressed PLAY MODE during playback.
STEP FULL
You tried to program 26 tracks (steps) or more.
Tape
NO TAPE
There is no tape in the deck.
Timer
OFF TIME NG
The stopping time is the sameas the starting time for
the Daily Timer or timer recording operation.
SET TIMER
You tried to select the timer without first setting it.
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On the speaker system
This speaker system is not magnetically shielded and
the picture on TV sets may become magnetically
distorted. In such a case, turn off the TV set once, and
after 15 to 30 minutes turn it on again.
If there seems to be no improvement,
locate the speaker system further away from the TV
set. Also, be sure not to place objects in which magnets
are attached or used near the speaker system, such as
audio racks, TV stands and toys. These way cause
magnetic distortion to the picture due to their
interaction with the system.
Additional Information
Precautions
On operating voltage
Before operating the system, check that the operating
voltage of your system is identical with the voltage of
your local power supply.
On safety
• 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.
• Unplug the system from the wall outlet (mains) if it
is not to be used for an extended period of time. To
disconnect the power cord (mains lead), pull it out by
the plug. Never pull the cord itself.
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the system,
unplug the system and have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it any further.
• AC power cord must be changed only at the qualified
service shop.
On operation
• If the system is brought directly from a cold to a
warm location, or is placed in a very damp room,
moisture may condense on the lens inside the CD
player. Should this occur, the system will not operate
properly. Remove the disc and leave the system
turned on for about an hour until the moisture
evaporates.
• When you move the system, take out any disc.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your
system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
On placement
Notes on discs
• Before playing, clean the disc with a cleaning cloth.
Wipe the disc from the center out.
• Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat
sources such as hot air ducts, nor leave it in a car
parked in direct sunlight.
• Do not place the system in an inclined position.
• Do not place the system in locations where it is;
– Extremely hot or cold
– Dusty or dirty
– Very humid
– Subject to vibrations
– Subject to direct sunlight.
• Use caution when placing the unit or speakers on
surfaces that have been specially treated (with wax,
oil, polish, etc.) as staining or discoloration of the
surface may result.
• When using discs that have glue or similar tacky
substance on the label side of the disc or that used a
special ink when the label was printed, there is a
chance that the disc or label may become attached to
parts inside this unit. When this occurs, it may not be
possible to remove the disc, and may also cause this
unit to malfunction. Be sure to check that the label
side of the disc is not sticky before using.
The following types of disc should not be used:
– Rental or used discs with attached seals where the
glue extends beyond the seal. The perimeter of the
seal on the disc is tacky.
– Discs that have labels printed using a special ink
that feels tacky when touched.
• Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g., heart, square,
star) cannot be played on this unit. Attempting to do
so may damage the unit. Do not use such discs.
On heat buildup
• Although the system heats up during operation, this
is not a malfunction.
• Place the system in a location with adequate
ventilation to prevent heat buildup in the system.
• If you continuously use this system at a high volume,
the cabinet temperature of the top, side and bottom
rises considerably. To avoid burning yourself, do not
touch the cabinet.
• To prevent a malfunction, do not cover the
ventilation hole for the cooling fan.
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Cleaning the cabinet
Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth
slightlymoistenedwithmilddetergentsolution. Donot
use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or
solvent such as thinner, benzene or alcohol.
Specifications
Main unit
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
To save a tape permanently
To prevent a tape from being accidentally recorded
over, break off the cassette tab from side A or B as
illustrated.
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC
DISTORTION:
With 6 ohm loads, both channels driven, from
120 – 10,000 Hz: rated 60 watts per channel
minimum RMS power, with no more than 10%
total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to
rated output.
Break off the
cassette tab
Amplifier section
North American model:
If you later want to reuse the tape for recording, cover
the broken tab with adhesive tape.
Continuous RMS power output (reference):
60 + 60 watts (6 ohms at 1
Before placing a cassette in the tape
deck
Take up any slack in the tape. Otherwise, the tape may
get entangled in the parts of the tape deck and become
damaged.
kHz, 10% THD)
Total harmonic distortion less than 0.7% (6 ohms at 1
kHz, 30 W)
European and Russian models:
DIN power output (rated): 60 + 60 watts (6 ohms at 1
kHz, DIN)
Continuous RMS power output (reference):
60 + 60 watts (6 ohms at 1
When using a tape longer than
90 minutes
The tape is very elastic. Do not change the tape
operations such as play, stop, and fast-winding
frequently. The tape may get entangled in the tape
deck.
kHz, 10% THD)
Music power output (reference):
120 + 120 watts (6 ohms at
1 kHz, 10% THD)
Other models:
The following measured at AC 120, 127, 220, 240 V
50/60 Hz
DIN power output (rated): 60 + 60 watts (6 ohms at 1
kHz, DIN)
Continuous RMS power output (reference):
60 + 60 watts (6 ohms at 1
Cleaning the tape heads
Clean the tape heads after every 10 hours of use. Be
sure to clean the tape heads before you start an
important recording or after playing an old tape. Use a
separately sold dry-type or wet-type cleaning cassette.
For details, refer to the instructions of the cleaning
cassette.
kHz, 10% THD)
Demagnetising the tape heads
Demagnetise the tape heads and the metal parts that
have contact with the tape after every 20 to 30 hours of
use with a separately sold demagnetising cassette. For
details, refer to the instructions of the demagnetising
cassette.
Inputs
MD IN (phono jacks):
Sensitivity 250 mV,
impedance 47 kilohms
Outputs
PHONES (stereo minijack):
accepts headphones of 8
ohms or more
OPTICAL CD DIGITAL OUT (Supported sampling
frequency: 44.1 kHz)
SPEAKER:
accepts impedance of 6 to
16 ohms.
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CD player section
System
Speaker
Speaker system
Compact disc and digital
audio system
3-way, 3-unit, bass-reflex
type
Laser
Semiconductor laser
(λ=780 nm)
Emission duration:
continuous
2 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.5 dB)
780 – 790 nm
More than 90 dB
More than 90 dB
Speaker units
Woofer:
Tweeter:
Super Tweeter:
Nominal impedance
Dimensions (w/h/d)
12 cm, cone type
5 cm, cone type
2 cm, dome type
6 ohms
Approx. 167 × 280 × 230
mm
Frequency response
Wavelength
Signal-to-noise ratio
Dynamic range
Mass
Approx. 2.6 kg net per
speaker
Tape deck section
Recording system
Frequency response
4-track 2-channel, stereo
50 – 13,000 Hz (±3 dB),
using Sony TYPE I
cassettes
±0.15% W. Peak (IEC)
0.1% W. RMS (NAB)
±0.2% W. Peak (DIN)
General
Power requirements
North American model: 120 V AC, 60 Hz
European and Russian models:
230 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Australian model:
Argentine model:
Mexican model:
Wow and flutter
230 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
220 V AC, 50/60 Hz
120 V AC, 60 Hz
120– 127/220or 230 –240
V AC, 50/60 Hz
Adjustable with voltage
selector
120 V, 220 V or 230 – 240
V AC, 50/60 Hz
Tuner section
Saudi Arabian model:
FM stereo, FM/AM superheterodyne tuner
FM tuner section
Tuning range
Other models:
Russian model:
65.0 – 74.0 MHz
(There is no stereo effect)
87.5 – 108.0 MHz
87.5 – 108.0 MHz
FM lead antenna
75 ohms unbalanced
10.7 MHz
Adjustable with voltage
selector
Other models:
Antenna
Antenna terminals
Intermediate frequency
Power consumption
European and Russian models:
100 watts
AM tuner section
Tuning range
Pan-American model:
0.35 watts (at the Power
Saving Mode)
100 watts
530 – 1,710 kHz
(with the tuning interval
set at 10 kHz)
531 – 1,710 kHz
(with the tuning interval
set at 9 kHz)
Other models:
Dimensions (w/h/d)
Approx. 199 × 252 × 400
mm
Mass
Approx. 7.0 kg
European, Russian, Middle Eastern and Philippine
models:
Supplied accessories:
Remote Commander (1)
Batteries (2)
AM loop antenna (1)
FM lead antenna (1)
Speaker pads (8)
531 – 1,602 kHz
(with the tuning interval
set at 9 kHz)
530 – 1,710 kHz
(with the tuning interval
set at 10 kHz)
531 – 1,602 kHz
(with the tuning interval
set at 9 kHz)
Other models:
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Antenna
Antenna terminals
Intermediate frequency
AM loop antenna
External antenna terminal
450 kHz
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List of button locations and reference pages
Illustration number
How to use this page
Use this page to find the location of buttons and other
parts of the system that are mentioned in the text.
r
R
R
Name of button/part Reference page
Main unit
ALPHABETICAL ORDER
BUTTON DESCRIPTIONS
m/M (rewind/fast forward)
P – Z
A – G
PHONES jack qd
Remote sensor 2
Tape deck 4
Disc slot qf
Display window 3
./> (go back/go forward)
DISC 1 Z– DISC 5 Z (eject) qg
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Remote control
ALPHABETICAL ORDER
BUTTON DESCRIPTIONS
A – G
m/M (rewind/fast forward)
./> (go back/go forward)
I – Z
ILLUMINATION*2 qg
21)
CLOCK/TIMER SELECT 2
21)
*1
This button is used to switch
to MD function.
This button cannot be used in
this system.
This button is used to switch
to TAPE function.
*2
*3
1 2 3 4
5
6
7
wa
8
9
q;
qa
qs
w;
ql
qk
qj
qh
qg
qd
qf
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