Operating Instructions
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the rear panel 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.
Compact Hi-Fi
Component
System
4-233-430-12(1)
© 2001 Sony Corporation
CHC-CL3
CHC-CL1
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Warning
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not
expose the unit to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
To prevent fire, do not Cover the ventilation of the
apparatus with news papers, table-cloths, curtains,
etc. And don’t place lighted candles on the apparatus.
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place vases on
the apparatus.
Do not install the appliance in a confined space,
such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
This appliance is
classified as a CLASS 1
LASER product.
The CLASS 1 LASER
PRODUCT MARKING
is located on the rear
exterior.
The following caution label is located inside the
apparatus.
Don’t throw a battery, dispose it as the
injurious wastes.
NOTICE FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN THE
U.S.A.
This symbol is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the
appliance.
CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with this product will
increase eye hazard.
WARNING
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following
measures:
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
CAUTION
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications
not expressly approved in this manual could void
your authority to operate this equipment.
ENERGY STAR
®
is a U.S.
registered mark.
As an
ENERGY STAR
®
Partner,
Sony Corporation has determined
that this product meets the
ENERGY
STAR
®
guidelines for energy
efficiency.
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Table of Contents
Parts Identification
Main unit ................................................... 4
Remote Control ......................................... 5
Getting Started
Hooking up the system.............................. 6
Inserting two R6 (size AA) batteries
into the remote .................................... 7
Setting the time ......................................... 8
Saving the power in standby mode ........... 8
CD
Loading a CD ............................................ 9
Playing a CD — Normal Play/Shuffle Play/
Repeat Play ......................................... 9
Programing CD tracks
— Program Play ............................... 11
Using the CD display .............................. 12
Labeling a CD — Disc Memo ................ 12
Tuner
Presetting radio stations .......................... 14
Listening to the radio
— Preset Tuning............................... 15
Labeling the preset stations
— Station Name ............................... 16
Using the Radio Data System (RDS)* .... 16
Tape – Play
Loading a tape ......................................... 17
Playing a tape .......................................... 17
Tape – Recording
Recording a CD on a tape
— CD-TAPE Synchro Recording/
Tape Select Edit................................ 18
Recording on a tape manually
— Manual Recording ....................... 19
Timer recording radio programs ............. 19
Sound Adjustment
Adjusting the sound
— GROOVE/DBFB ......................... 20
Selecting the preset music menu ............. 21
Timer
Falling asleep to music
— Sleep Timer ................................. 22
Waking up to music
— Daily Timer ................................. 22
Optional Components
Hooking up the optional components ..... 23
Additional Information
Precautions .............................................. 24
Troubleshooting ...................................... 26
Messages ................................................. 29
Specifications .......................................... 29
* European model only
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Parts Identification
The items are arranged in alphabetical order. Refer to the pages indicated in parentheses for details.
Main unit
1234
5
wd
wf
6
7
8
9
0qaqsqdqf
qh
qg
qj
ql
ws
w;
wa
qk
BASS/TREBLE ws (21)
CD 1 – 3 qd (11)
CD 1 – 3 Z qd (9)
CD disc tray qf (9)
CD SYNC ql (18)
CD NX 8 (9)
DBFB wa (20)
DIMMER qg (7)
DISPLAY wd (8, 12)
Display window 3
EDIT w; (18)
FUNCTION qs (9, 17, 18)
GROOVE qj (20)
MD 0 (24)
MUSIC MENU ws (21)
PHONES jack 9
PLAY MODE/DIRECTION qk
(9, 17, 18)
REC PAUSE/START ql (18, 19)
Remote sensor wf
REPEAT qh (10)
STEREO/MONO qh (15)
Tape deck lid 2 (17)
TAPE nN qa (17, 18)
TUNER/BAND 7 (14, 15)
VOLUME 5
BUTTON DESCRIPTIONS
?/1 1
./> 4
x 6
m/M ws
+/– ws
Parts Identification
5
Remote Control
6
7
8
9
5
qf
qg
qh
0
qd
qa
qs
ql
qk
qj
w;
1234
wa
ws
wd
wh
wg
wf
CHECK 8 (11)
CLEAR qs (11)
CLOCK/TIMER SELECT 2
(20, 23)
CLOCK/TIMER SET 3
(8, 19, 22)
DBFB wh (20)
DIMMER wd (7)
DISC SKIP 9 (10, 12)
DISPLAY qk (8, 12)
ENTER/YES qa (8, 13, 14, 19,
22)
FUNCTION qg (9, 17, 18)
GROOVE qh (20)
MENU/NO wa (14)
MUSIC MENU 6 (21)
NAME EDIT/CHARACTER ws
(12, 16)
REPEAT 7 (10)
SCROLL wg (13)
SLEEP 1 (22)
SURROUND 5 (20)
TUNER/BAND wf (14, 15)
VOL +/– qj
BUTTON DESCRIPTIONS
@/1 4
N q;
x q;
X q;
M qd
> qf
. ql
m w;
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Getting Started
AM loop antenna
Right speaker
FM antenna
Left speaker
1 Connect the speakers.
Connect the speaker cords to the SPEAKER
terminals as the following.
Black/Stripe (#)
Red/Solid (3)
Insert this portion
2 Connect the FM/AM antennas.
Set up the AM loop antenna, then connect
it.
Jack type A
FM
75
AM
AM loop antenna
Extend the FM lead antenna
horizontally
Hooking up the system
Perform the following procedure 1 to 4 to hook up your system using the supplied cords and
accessories.
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Getting Started
AM loop antenna
Extend the FM lead antenna
horizontally
Jack type B
FM75
COAXIAL
AM
3 For models with a voltage selector, set
VOLTAGE SELECTOR to the local
power line voltage.
VOLTAGE SELECTOR
230-
240V
220V
120V
4 Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.
The demonstration appears in the display.
If the plug of the power cord does not fit
your wall outlet, attach the supplied adapter
on to the plug (for models with a plug
adapter). To turn on the system, press ?/1.
The demonstration mode
The demonstration mode appears in the display
when you connect the power cord to a wall
outlet. When you press ?/1, the system turns
on and the demonstration automatically ends.
The demonstration is deactivated when you set
the time.
To activate/deactivate the demonstration again,
press DISPLAY while the system is off.
To adjust the brightness of the
display back light
1 Press DIMMER while the system is on.
2 Turn ./> (or press . or > on
the remote) to adjust the back light
brightness.
You can adjust the back light brightness in
11 steps from –5 to +5.
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 FUNCTION while holding down CD 1
until “LOCK” appears.
3 Unplug the power cord.
Inserting two R6 (size AA)
batteries into the remote
E
e
e
E
Tip
When the remote no longer operates the system,
replace both batteries with new ones.
Note
If you do not use the remote for a long period of time,
remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from
battery leakage.
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Setting the time
1 Turn on the system.
2 Press CLOCK/TIMER SET on the
remote.
Proceed to step 5 when you set the clock for
the first time.
3 Turn ./> (or press . or > on
the remote) to select “CLOCK SET?”.
4 Press ENTER/YES.
5 Turn ./> (or press . or > on
the remote) to set the hour.
6 Press M (or ENTER/YES on the
remote).
The minute indication flashes.
7 Turn ./> (or press . or > on
the remote) to set the minute.
8 Press ENTER/YES on the remote.
The clock starts working.
If you made a mistake
Press m or M repeatedly until the incorrect
item flashes, then set it again.
To change the preset time
Start over from step 1.
Saving the power in
standby mode
Press DISPLAY repeatedly when the
system is off. Each time you press the
button, the system switches cyclically as
follows:
Demonstration t Clock display t Power
Saving Mode
To cancel the Power Saving Mode
Press DISPLAY once to show the
demonstration, twice to show the clock display.
Tip
?/1 indicator lights up even in the Power Saving
Mode.
Getting started/CD
9
CD
When you play a CD
single (8 cm CD),
place it on the inner
circle of the tray.
To load other CDs, press a different Z and
place the CD in the disc tray.
3 Press the same Z again to close the
disc tray.
Loading a CD
1 Press CD 1 – 3 Z.
The disc tray opens.
2 Place a CD with the label side up on the
disc tray.
Playing a CD
— Normal Play/Shuffle Play/Repeat
Play
This system lets you play the CD in different
play modes.
Playing time
Disc tray number Track number
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly to switch
the function to CD.
2 Press PLAY MODE/DIRECTION
repeatedly until the mode you want
appears in the display.
Select To play
ALL DISCS
(Normal Play)
All CDs in the disc tray
continuously.
1 DISC
(Normal Play)
The tracks on the CD you
have selected in original
order.
ALL DISCS
SHUFFLE
(Shuffle Play)
The tracks on all CDs in
random order.
1 DISC SHUFFLE
(Shuffle Play)
The tracks on the CD you
have selected in random
order.
PGM (Program
Play)
The tracks on all CDs in the
order you want them to be
played (see “Programing
CD tracks” on page 11).
3 Press CD NX (or N on the remote).
continued
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Tips
• You can start playing from the desired track in
Normal Play or Program Play. Turn ./> (or
press . or > on the remote) until the desired
track number appears after step 1.
• The CD 1 – 3 button lights orange when a CD is
loaded on the tray.
All of the CD 1 – 3 button indicators light orange at
first, and then turn on/off if the system determines
that a CD is not loaded after the CD tray is opened
and closed, etc.
Note
The play mode cannot be changed while playing a
disc.
Playing a CD (continued)
Press REPEAT during play until
“REPEAT” or “REPEAT 1”
appears.
REPEAT*: For all the tracks on
the CD up to five times.
REPEAT 1: For a single track
only.
To cancel playing repeatedly, press
REPEAT until “REPEAT” or
“REPEAT 1” disappears.
* You cannot select “REPEAT” and “ALL DISCS
SHUFFLE” at the same time.
Stop play Press x.
Pause
Other Operations
To Do this
Press CD NX (or X on the
remote). Press again to resume
play.
Select a track
Remove a CD Press one of CD 1 – 3 Z to open
the tray that contains the CD you
want to remove.
Play repeatedly
(Repeat Play)
Turn ./> clockwise (to go
forward) or counterclockwise (to
go back) and release it when you
locate the desired track (or press
. or > on the remote).
Find a point in
a track
Keep pressing m or M during
play and release it at the desired
point.
Select a CD • Press CD 1 – 3. Play starts when
the button is pressed.
• Press DISC SKIP on the remote
repeatedly so that CD1–3
appears. Press CD NX (or N
on the remote) to play the
selected CD.
If you press CD 1 – 3 during play,
the selected CD changes and the
new CD starts playing.
CD
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Programing CD tracks
— Program Play
You can make a program of up to 25 tracks.
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly to switch
the function to CD.
2 Press PLAY MODE/DIRECTION
repeatedly until “PGM” appears.
3 Press CD 1 – 3 to select a CD.
To program all the tracks on a CD at once,
proceed to step 5 with “AL” displayed.
4 Turn ./> (or press . or > on
the remote) until the desired track
number appears.
Playing time of the selected track
Selected CD and track number
5 Press ENTER/YES on the remote.
The track is programed.
“STEP” appears, followed by the number of
the track in the programed sequence. The
number of the last programed track appears,
followed by the total playing time of the
program.
Total playing time
Last programed track number
6 To program additional tracks, repeat
steps 3 to 5.
7 Press CD NX (or N on the remote).
To Do this
Press PLAY MODE/
DIRECTION repeatedly until
“PGM” and “SHUFFLE”
disappear.
Check the
program
Press CHECK on the remote
repeatedly in stop mode. After
the last track, “Check End”
appears.
Clear a track
from the end
Press CLEAR on the remote in
stop mode.
Clear a
specific track
Press CHECK on the remote
repeatedly in stop mode until the
number of the track to be erased
lights up, then press CLEAR.
Add a track to
the program in
stop mode
Perform steps 3 to 5.
Tips
• The program you made remains after Program Play
finishes. To play the same program again, press CD
NX.
• “- -.- -” appears when the total CD program time
exceeds 100 minutes, or when you select a CD track
whose number is 21 or over.
Cancel
Program Play
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Using the CD display
Press DISPLAY repeatedly.
When a CD TEXT disc is loaded, you can
check the information recorded on the disc,
such as the titles. The display changes
cyclically as follows:
During normal play
Elapsed playing time on the current track t
Remaining time on the current track t
Remaining time on the CD t Track title of the
current track* t Clock display t Effect
name
In stop mode
Total number of tracks and total playing time
t CD disc title* t Clock display t Effect
name
* If a CD that has no title is loaded, nothing appears.
When the CD contains more than 20 tracks, CD
TEXT is not displayed from track 21 on.
Labeling a CD
— Disc Memo
You can label up to 50 CDs with titles of up to
20 symbols and characters. Whenever you load
a labeled CD, the title appears in the display.
Notes
• You cannot label a CD for which “CD-TEXT”
appears in the display.
• When labeling CDs for the first time, be
sure to erase all disc titles stored in the
system memory (see “Erasing a disc title”
on the next page).
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly to switch
the function to CD.
2 Press DISC SKIP on the remote
repeatedly until the desired CD
appears.
If “SHUFFLE” or “PGM” appears in the
display, press PLAY MODE/DIRECTION
repeatedly until both disappear.
3 Press NAME EDIT/CHARACTER on the
remote.
The cursor starts flashing.
4 Press NAME EDIT/CHARACTER on the
remote to select the desired type of
character.
Each time you press the button, the display
changes cyclically as follows:
(Blank space) t A (Upper cases) t a
(Lower cases) t 0 (Numbers) t ’
(Symbols)
5 Turn ./> (or press . or > on
the remote) to select the desired
character.
To enter a blank space
Press M.
To enter a symbol
You can use the following symbols.
’ – / , . ( ) : ! ? & + < > _ = ” ; # $ % @
`
CD
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Erasing a disc title
1 Press MENU/NO on the remote in stop
mode.
2 Turn ./> (or press . or > on
the remote) until “Name Erase ?” appears,
then press ENTER/YES on the remote.
3 Turn ./> (or press . or > on
the remote) to select the disc title you want
to erase.
The disc title appears scrolling in the display.
“No Name” appears if no disc title is labeled.
4 Press ENTER/YES on the remote again.
“Complete!” appears.
To erase all disc titles, turn ./> (or
press . or > on the remote) until “All
Erase?” appears in step 2, then press ENTER/
YES on the remote twice.
To cancel erasing
Press MENU/NO on the remote during steps 1
to 3.
Note
To ensure that disc titles are not erased from memory,
have the system connected to wall outlet at least once
a month.
6 Press M.
The character you selected in step 5 stops
flashing and the cursor shifts to the right.
7 Repeat steps 4 to 6 to complete the
entire title.
If you made a mistake
Press m or M until the character you
want to change flashes, then repeat steps 4
to 6.
To erase a character
Press m or M until the cursor shifts to
the character you want to erase, then press
CLEAR on the remote while the character is
flashing. You cannot insert characters.
8 Press ENTER/YES on the remote to
complete the labeling procedure.
To cancel labeling
Press MENU/NO on the remote during step 1
to 7.
Checking the disc titles
1 Press MENU/NO on the remote in stop
mode.
2 Turn ./> (or press . or > on
the remote) until “Name Check ?” appears,
then press ENTER/YES on the remote.
3 Turn ./> (or press . or > on
the remote) to select the disc titles stored in
the system memory between 01 and 50.
To check the current disc title
Press SCROLL on the remote in stop mode.
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6 Press ENTER/YES on the remote.
“Complete!” appears, and then the station is
stored.
7 Repeat steps 1 to 6 to store other
stations.
To stop scanning
Press m or M.
To tune in a station with a weak
signal
Press m or M in step 2. “MANUAL”
appears. Then press m or M repeatedly to
tune in the station manually.
To set another station to an existing
preset number
Start over from step 1. After step 5, turn ./
> (or press . or > on the remote) to
select the preset number you want to store the
other station.
To change the AM tuning interval
(except for the European model)
The AM tuning interval is factory-set to 9 kHz
(10 kHz in some areas). To change the AM
tuning interval, tune in any AM station first,
then turn off the system. While holding
STEREO/MONO, turn the system back on.
When you change the interval, all the AM
preset stations are erased. To reset the interval,
repeat the same procedure.
Tip
The preset stations are retained for about a day even if
you disconnect the power cord or if a power failure
occurs.
Tuner
Presetting radio stations
You can preset 20 stations for FM and 10
stations for AM.
1 Press TUNER/BAND repeatedly to
select “FM” or “AM”.
Pressing TUNER/BAND turns on the
system.
2 Press and hold m or M until “AUTO”
appears.
3 Press m or M.
The frequency indication changes and the
scanning stops when the system tunes in a
station. “TUNED” and “STEREO” (for a
stereo program) appear.
4 Press MENU/NO on the remote.
5 Turn ./> (or press . or > on
the remote) until “Memory?” appears,
then press ENTER/YES on the remote.
A preset number appears in the display. The
stations are stored from preset number 1.
Preset number
Tuner
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Listening to the radio
— Preset Tuning
Preset radio stations in the tuner’s memory first
(see “Presetting radio stations” on page 14).
1 Press TUNER/BAND repeatedly to
select “FM” or “AM”.
2 Turn ./> (or press . or > on
the remote) to select the desired preset
station (or station name* or RDS
station name**).
* The station name appears only if you have
labeled the station (see “Labeling the preset
stations” on the next page).
**European model only.
To Do this
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
STEREO/MONO repeatedly until “MONO”
appears. There will be no stereo effect, but the
reception will improve.
Turn off the radio Press ?/1.
Change the display Press DISPLAY repeatedly.
The display changes cyclically as
follows:
Frequency with station name*
t Clock display t Effect
name
* The station name appears when you label the preset
station (see “Labeling the preset stations” on the
next page) or the RDS broadcast is received (see
“Using the Radio Data System (RDS)” on the next
page).
Listening to non-preset radio
stations
• Press m or M in step 2. “MANUAL”
appears. Then press m or M to tune in
the desired station (Manual Tuning).
• Press and hold m or M until “AUTO”
appears in step 2. The frequency indication
changes and the scanning stops when the
system tunes in a station (Automatic
Tuning).
To cancel Automatic Tuning
Press m or M.
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Labeling the preset
stations
— Station Name
You can label each preset station with up to
12 characters (Station Name).
1 Tune the desired station you want to
label (see “Listening to the radio” on
page 15).
2 Follow the same procedures as from
step 3 to 8 of “Labeling a CD” on page
12.
To erase the name
1 Tune the station.
2 Press NAME EDIT/CHARACTER on the
remote.
3 Press CLEAR on the remote repeatedly to
erase the name.
4 Press ENTER/YES on the remote.
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. This tuner offers convenient
RDS features like station name display and
location of stations by program type. RDS is
available only on FM stations.*
Note
RDS may not work properly if the station you tuned
in is not transmitting the RDS signal properly or if the
signal is weak.
* Not all FM stations 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.
Tuner/Tape – Play
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Tape – Play
Loading a tape
1 Open the lid with your hand and insert
a tape.
To Do this
Pause Press X on the remote. Press again
to resume play.
Turn ./> counterclockwise
(or press . on the remote) for
the top side during playback.
Turn ./> clockwise (or
press > on the remote) for the
bottom side during playback.
Stop play Press x.
Turn ./> clockwise (or
press > on the remote) for the
top side during playback.
Turn ./> counterclockwise
(or press . on the remote) for
the bottom side during playback.
Press m or M.
*
2
The Automatic Music Sensor (AMS) feature
detects a blank space of more than four seconds
between tracks to locate tracks quickly.
Tip
The deck cannot identify the tape type, such as TYPE
I (normal), TYPE II (CrO
2
) or TYPE IV (metal).
Notes
• If you do not close the lid, you cannot start playing
the tape.
• If you open the lid while playing a tape, the deck
stops playing.
• The AMS feature may not work in the following
cases:
– the blank space between tracks is four seconds
or less.
– the TV is too close to the system.
With the side
you want to
play facing up
2 Close the lid with your hand.
To remove the tape, lift up the tape from the
side as shown in the illustration.
Playing a tape
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly to switch
the function to TAPE.
2 Press PLAY MODE/DIRECTION
repeatedly until g appears to play one
side or h (or j
*
1
) to play both sides.
3 Press TAPE nN (or N on the
remote).
Press TAPE nN (or N on the remote)
again to play the bottom side.
*
1
The tape deck stops automatically after repeating
the sequence five times.
Find the
succeeding track
(AMS*
2
)
Find the
preceding track
(AMS*
2
)
Fast-forward or
rewind
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Tape – Recording
Recording a CD on a tape
— CD-TAPE Synchro Recording
1 Load a blank tape.
2 Load a CD you want to record.
3 Press CD SYNC.
The tape deck stands by for recording and
the CD player pauses for play.
When you want to record on the bottom
side, press TAPE nN.
4 Press PLAY MODE/DIRECTION
repeatedly until g appears to record
on one side or h (or j) to record on
both sides.
5 Press REC PAUSE/START.
Recording starts.
To stop recording
Press x.
Tips
• When you record on both sides, be sure to start
from the top side. If you start from the bottom side,
recording stops at the end of the bottom side.
• If you select both sides recording and the tape
reaches the end of the top side part-way through a
track, the entire track is recorded again from the
beginning of the bottom side.
• You can record only your favorite CD tracks with
Program Play. After step 2, follow the same
procedures as step 1 to 6 in “Programing CD
tracks” on page 11. Then go to step 4.
Selecting tape length
automatically
— Tape Select Edit
You can check the most suitable tape length for
recording a CD. Note that you cannot use Tape
Select Edit for discs containing over 20 tracks.
1 Load a CD.
2 Press FUNCTION repeatedly to switch
the function to CD.
3 Press EDIT.
“EDIT” starts flashing.
The required tape length for the currently
selected CD appears, followed by the total
playing time for side A and side B.
Tape – Recording
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Recording on a tape
manually
— Manual Recording
You can record just the portions you like from
a CD on a tape. You can also record a radio
program.
The recording level is automatically adjusted.
1 Load a blank tape.
2 Press FUNCTION repeatedly to select
the desired source to record.
3 Press REC PAUSE/START.
The tape deck stands by for recording.
When you want to record on the bottom
side, press TAPE nN.
4 Press PLAY MODE/DIRECTION
repeatedly until g appears to record
on one side or h (or j) to record on
both sides.
5 Press REC PAUSE/START and then
start playing the desired source to
record.
Tips
• When you record on both sides, be sure to start
from the top side. If you start from the bottom side,
recording stops at the end of the bottom side.
• If you select both sides recording and the tape
reaches the end of the top side part-way through a
track, the entire track is recorded again from the
beginning of the bottom side.
Timer recording radio
programs
To timer record, you must first preset the radio
station (see “Presetting radio stations” on page
14) and set the clock (see “Setting the time” on
page 8).
1 Tune in the preset radio station (see
“Listening to the radio” on page 15).
2 Press CLOCK/TIMER SET on the
remote.
“DAILY SET ?” appears.
3 Turn ./> (or press . or > on
the remote) to select “REC SET ?”, then
press ENTER/YES on the remote.
“ON” appears and the hour indication
flashes.
4 Set the time to start recording.
Turn ./> (or press . or > on
the remote) to set the hour, then press
ENTER/YES on the remote.
The minute indication flashes.
Turn ./> (or press . or > on
the remote) to set the minute, then press
ENTER/YES on the remote.
5 Set the time to stop recording following
the procedure in step 4.
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Adjusting the sound
Enjoying the powerful sound
— GROOVE
You can listen to music with more powerful
sound.
Press GROOVE.
“GROOVE” appears in the display and the
volume switches to power mode (DBFB is also
turned on).
Press again to cancel GROOVE.
DBFB is also canceled.
Tip
GROOVE is factory set to on.
Reinforcing the bass sound
— DBFB
You can listen to music with stronger bass
tones.
Press DBFB*.
“DBFB” appears in the display and the bass is
reinforced.
Press again to cancel DBFB.
* DBFB: Dynamic Bass Feedback
Tip
DBFB is factory set to on.
Selecting the surround effect
Press SURROUND on the remote.
“SURROUND” appears in the display.
Press again to cancel SURROUND.
Timer recording radio programs
(continued)
6 Insert a recordable tape.
Recording starts from the top side. Insert a
tape with the side you want to record on
facing up.
7 Press ?/1 to turn off the system.
To Do this
Check the setting Press CLOCK/TIMER
SELECT on the remote and
turn ./> (or press
. or > on the remote)
to select “REC SELECT?”,
then press ENTER/YES on
the remote.
Change the setting Start over from step 1.
Cancel the timer Press CLOCK/TIMER
SELECT on the remote and
turn ./> (or press
. or > on the remote)
to select “TIMER OFF”, then
press ENTER/YES on the
remote.
Notes
• Do not operate the system from the time the system
turns on until the recording starts (about 30 seconds
before the preset time).
• If the system is on about 30 seconds before the
preset time, the timer-recording will not be
activated.
• The volume is reduced to minimum during
recording.
Sound Adjustment
Tape – Recording/Sound Adjustment
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Adjusting the bass
1 Press BASS/TREBLE.
2 Press m or M repeatedly to adjust
the bass.
You can adjust the bass in 7 steps (from –3
to +3).
Adjusting the treble
1 Press BASS/TREBLE twice.
2 Press m or M repeatedly to adjust
the treble.
You can adjust the treble in 7 steps (from –3
to +3).
Tip
You can enjoy the original sound by setting BASS
and TREBLE to 0.
Selecting the preset
music menu
The audio emphasis menu lets you select the
sound characteristics according to the sound
you are listening to.
Press MUSIC MENU repeatedly to select
the preset you want.
The preset name appears in the display. See the
chart “Music menu options”.
To cancel the effect
Press MUSIC MENU repeatedly until “FLAT”
appears.
Music menu options
“SURROUND” appears if you select an effect
with surround effects.
Effect
ROCK
POP
JAZZ
DANCE
SOUL
ACTION
DRAMA
GAME
SF
Standard music sources
Soundtracks and special listening
situations
FLAT Canceling the effect
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Timer
Falling asleep to music
— Sleep Timer
You can set the system to turn off after a
certain time, so that you can fall asleep to
music.
Press SLEEP on the remote.
Each time you press the button, the minute
display (the turn-off time) changes cyclically as
follows:
SLEEP OFF t AUTO* t 90min t 80min
t
…
t 10min
* The system automatically turns off after the current
CD or tape finishes playing (up to 100 minutes).
When the function is TUNER, the system turns off
in 100 minutes.
To Press
Check the
remaining time
SLEEP on the remote once.
Change the time
to turn off
SLEEP on the remote to select the
time you want.
Cancel the Sleep
Timer function
SLEEP on the remote repeatedly
until “SLEEP OFF” appears.
Note
Do not set to “AUTO” during Synchro Recording on
a tape.
Waking up to music
— Daily Timer
You can wake up to music at a preset time.
Make sure you have set the clock (see “Setting
the time” on page 8).
1 Prepare the sound source you want to
play.
• CD: Place a CD. To start from a
specific track, make a program (see
“Programing CD tracks” on page 11).
• Tape: Insert a tape.
• Radio: Tune in a station (see
“Listening to the radio” on page 15).
2 Turn VOLUME (or press VOL+ or – on
the remote) to adjust the volume.
3 Press CLOCK/TIMER SET on the
remote.
“DAILY SET ?” appears.
4 Press ENTER/YES on the remote.
“ON” appears and the hour indication
flashes.
5 Set the time to start playing.
Turn ./> (or press . or > on
the remote) to set the hour, then press
ENTER/YES on the remote.
The minute indication flashes.
Turn ./> (or press . or > on
the remote) to set the minute, then press
ENTER/YES on the remote.
6 Set the time to stop playing following
the procedure in step 5.
Timer/Optional Components
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7 Turn ./> (or press . or > on
the remote) to select the desired sound
source.
The indication changes as follows:
t
TUNER
y
CD PLAY
T
t
TAPE PLAY
T
8 Press ENTER/YES on the remote.
The start time, the stop time, and the sound
source appear in turn, before the original
display returns.
9 Press ?/1 to turn off the system.
To Do this
Check the setting Press CLOCK/TIMER
SELECT on the remote, then
turn ./> (or press
. or > on the remote)
until “DAILY SELECT?”
appears. Then, press ENTER/
YES on the remote.
Change the setting Start over from step 1.
Cancel the timer Press CLOCK/TIMER
SELECT on the remote, then
turn ./> (or press
. or > on the remote)
until “TIMER OFF” appears.
Then, press ENTER/YES on
the remote.
Notes
• If the system is on about 30 seconds before the
preset time, the Daily Timer will not be activated.
• Do not operate the system from the time the system
turns on until the play starts (about 30 seconds
before the preset time).
Optional Components
Hooking up the optional
components
You can connect a digital or an analog
component to this system.
To the audio output jacks of an analog component
To the digital input jack of a digital component
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Hooking up the optional components
(continued)
To Do this
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 if it is not to
be used for an extended period of time.
To disconnect the power cord, 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.
• When you connect the power cord to a wall outlet,
even if the power is off, the system begins charging
for remote and timer functions. Therefore the
surface of this unit become warm, this is normal.
On placement
• Make sure the system fan is on during use.
Place the system in a location with adequate air
circulation, and do not place anything on top of the
system.
• 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.
Make an analog
recording from an
analog component
Connect the audio cords.
Listen to the
connected optional
component
Press MD to switch the function
to MD or VIDEO.
Additional Information
Make a digital
recording to a
digital component
Connect a digital cable.
Optional Components/Additional Information
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On heat build up
—Although the system heats up during operation,
this is not a malfunction.
—Place the system in a location with adequate
ventilation to prevent heat build up in the system.
If you continuously use this system at a large 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.
On installing
When you move the system, remove the CD.
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 CD and leave the
system turned on for about an hour until the
moisture evaporates.
• When you move the system, take out any discs.
If you have any questions or problems concerning
your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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 power of 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 may cause
magnetic distortion to the picture due to their
interaction with the system.
Notes on CDs
• Before playing, clean the CD with a cleaning cloth.
Wipe the CD from the center out.
• Do not use a CD with tape, seals, or paste on it as
this may damage the player.
• Do not use solvents.
• Do not expose the CD to direct sunlight or heat
sources.
• Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g., heart, square,
star) cannot be played on this system. Attempting to
do so may damage the system. Do not use such
discs.
Note on CD-R/CD-RW playback
Discs recorded on CD-R/CD-RW drives may not be
played back because of scratches, dirt, recording
condition or the drive’s characteristics. Besides, the
discs, which are not yet finalized at the end of
recording, cannot be played back.
Cleaning the cabinet
Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with mild
detergent solution.
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.
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.
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Troubleshooting
If you have any problem using this system, use
the following checklist.
First, check that the power cord is connected
firmly and that the speakers are connected
correctly and firmly.
Should any problem persist, consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
General
There is no sound.
• Turn VOLUME clockwise (or press VOL+ on
the remote).
• Make sure the headphones are not connected.
• Check the speaker connections (see page 6).
Sound comes from one channel, or unbalanced
left and right volume.
• Connect the speaker cords properly (see page 6).
• Place the speakers as symmetrically as possible.
• Connect only one of the supplied speakers to
each set of speaker terminals.
• Connect the supplied speakers.
There is severe hum or noise.
• 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.
“0:00” (for the European model) or “12:00 AM”
(for other models) flashes in the display.
• Set the clock again (see page 8).
The timer cannot be set.
• Set the clock again (see page 8).
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.
Tab of side B
Tab of side A
Side A
Break off the
cassette tab of
side A
If you later want to reuse the tape for recording, cover
the broken tab with adhesive tape.
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.
Demagnetizing the tape heads
Demagnetize 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 demagnetizing cassette.
For details, refer to the instructions of the
demagnetizing cassette.
Precautions (continued)
Additional Information
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The timer does not function.
• Press CLOCK/TIMER SELECT on the remote to
set the timer and light up “DAILY” or “REC” in
the display (see pages 20 and 23).
• Check the set contents and set the correct time
(see pages 19 and 22).
• Cancel the Sleep Timer function (see page 22).
• You cannot activate the Daily Timer and
recording timer at the same 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.
“PROTECT” and “PUSH POWER” appear
alternately.
• Press ?/1 (power) to turn off the system. Turn
on the system again after a while.
CD Player
The CD tray does not close.
• Place the CD correctly in the center of the tray.
• Always close the tray by pressing CD 1 – 3 Z.
Trying to press the tray closed with your fingers
may cause problems with the CD player.
The CD does not eject.
• Consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Play does not start.
• Open the CD tray and check whether a CD is
loaded.
• Wipe the CD clean (see page 25).
• Replace the CD.
• Place the CD correctly in the center of the tray.
• Place the CD in the tray with the label side up.
• Remove the CD and wipe away the moisture on
the CD, then leave the system turned on for a
few hours until the moisture evaporates.
• Press CD NX to start play.
The sound skips.
• Wipe the CD clean (see page 25).
• Replace the CD.
• Try moving the system to a place without
vibration (e.g., on top of a stable stand).
• Try moving the speakers away from the 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.
Play does not start from the first track.
• Press PLAY MODE/DIRECTION repeatedly
until “PGM” or “SHUFFLE” disappears to return
to normal play.
“OVER” appears.
• You have reached the end of the CD. Press and
hold m to return to the desired playing
position.
Tape Deck
The tape does not record.
• No cassette is inserted. Insert a cassette.
• The tab has been removed from the cassette.
Cover the broken tab with adhesive tape (see
page 26).
• The tape has wound to the end.
The tape does not record or play, or there is a
decrease in sound level.
• The heads are dirty. Clean them.
• The record/playback heads are magnetized.
Demagnetize them (see page 26).
The tape does not erase completely.
• The record/playback heads are magnetized.
Demagnetize them (see page 26).
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There is excessive wow or flutter, or the sound
drops out.
• The capstans in the tape deck are dirty. Clean
them using a cleaning cassette.
Noise increases or the high frequencies are
erased.
• The record/playback heads are magnetized.
Demagnetize them (see page 26).
Optional components
There is no sound.
• Refer to General item “There is no sound.” on
page 26 and check the condition of the system.
• Connect the component properly (see page 23)
while 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 included with
the connected component and start playing.
The sound is distorted.
• Set the volume of the connected component
lower.
Tuner
Severe hum or noise/stations cannot be
received.
• Set the proper band and frequency (see page 14).
• Connect the antenna properly (see page 6).
• 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.
• 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.
• Consult your nearest Sony dealer if the supplied
AM antenna has come off the plastic stand.
• Try turning off surrounding electrical
equipments.
A stereo FM program cannot be received in
stereo.
• Press STEREO/MONO until “STEREO” appears
in the display.
• See “Severe hum or noise/stations cannot be
received.”, and check the antenna condition.
If the system still does not operate
properly after performing the above
measures, reset the system as
follows:
1 Unplug the power cord.
2 Plug the power cord back into the wall
outlet.
3 Press ?/1 to turn on the system.
4 Press x, DISPLAY and CD 1 at the same
time.
5 Press ?/1 to turn on the system.
The system is reset to the factory settings. All
the settings you made such as the preset
stations, clock, timer and CD disc titles are
cleared and must be set again.
Troubleshooting (continued)
Additional Information
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Specifications
Main Unit (HCD-CL3/CL1)
Amplifier section
For the U.S. model (HCD-CL1)
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC
DISTORTION:
With 6-ohm loads, both channels driven, from 120 –
10,000 Hz; rated 50 watts per channel minimum RMS
power, with no more than 10% total harmonic
distortion from 250 milli watts to rated output.
Total harmonic distortion: less than 0.1% (6 ohms at
1 kHz, 25 W)
European models
HCD-CL3:
DIN power output (Rated):80 + 80 watts
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN)
Continuous RMS power output (Reference):
100 + 100 watts
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10%
THD)
Music power output (Reference):
180 + 180 watts
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10%
THD)
HCD-CL1:
DIN power output (Rated):40 + 40 watts
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN)
Continuous RMS power output (Reference):
50 + 50 watts
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10%
THD)
Music power output (Reference):
95 + 95 watts
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10%
THD)
continued
Messages
One of the following messages may appear or
flash in the display during operation.
CD
Cannot Edit
You tried to label a CD TEXT disc.
Name Full
There are already 50 disc titles stored in the
system.
No Disc
There is no CD in any of CD 1 – 3.
OVER
You have reached the end of the CD while
pressing M during play or pause.
Push STOP!
You pressed PLAY MODE/DIRECTION during
play.
Step Full!
You tried to program 26 or more tracks (steps).
TAPE
No Tab
You cannot record the tape because the tab has
been removed from the cassette.
No Tape
There is no tape in the tape deck.
Open
You performed a tape operation with the tape deck
lid not completely shut.
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Specifications (continued)
Other models
The following measured at AC 120/220/240 V, 50/
60 Hz
HCD-CL3:
DIN power output (Rated):80 + 80 watts
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN)
Continuous RMS power output (Reference):
100 + 100 watts
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10%
THD)
HCD-CL1:
DIN power output (Rated):40 + 40 watts
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN)
Continuous RMS power output (Reference):
50 + 50 watts
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10%
THD)
Inputs
MD IN (phono jacks): voltage 450 mV,
impedance 47 kilohms
Outputs
CD DIGITAL OUT (Supported sampling
frequencies: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz and 48 kHz)
PHONES (stereo minijack):
accepts headphones of
8 ohms or more.
SPEAKER:
U.S.A. model: Use only the supplied
SS-SCL1 speaker.
Other models: accepts impedance of 6 to
16 ohms.
CD player section
System Compact disc and digital
audio system
Laser Semiconductor laser
(λ=780 nm)
Emission duration:
continuous
Frequency response 2 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.5 dB)
Tape deck section
Recording system 4-track 2-channel stereo
Frequency response 40 – 13,000 Hz (±3 dB),
using Sony TYPE I
cassettes
Wow and flutter ±0.15% W. Peak (IEC)
0.1% W. RMS (NAB)
±0.2% W. Peak (DIN)
Tuner section
FM stereo, FM/AM superheterodyne tuner
FM tuner section
Tuning range
North American model: 87.5 – 108.0 MHz
(100 kHz step)
Other models: 87.5 – 108.0 MHz
(50 kHz step)
Antenna FM lead antenna
Antenna terminals 75 ohms unbalanced
Intermediate frequency 10.7 MHz
AM tuner section
Tuning range
Pan-American models: 531 – 1,710 kHz
(with the interval set at
9 kHz)
530 – 1,710 kHz
(with the interval set at
10 kHz)
European models: 531 – 1,602 kHz
(with the interval set at
9 kHz)
Other models: 531 – 1,602 kHz
(with the interval set at
9 kHz)
530 – 1,710 kHz
(with the interval set at
10 kHz)
Antenna AM loop antenna
External antenna terminals
Intermediate frequency 450 kHz
Additional Information
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Speaker (SS-SCL3/SCL1)
Speaker system 2-way, bass-reflex type
Speaker units
Woofer: 17 cm dia., cone type
Tweeter: 5 cm dia., cone type
Nominal impedance 6 ohms
General
Power requirements
North American model: 120 V AC, 60 Hz
European models: 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Australian and New Zealand models:
230 – 240 V AC, 50/
60 Hz
Mexican model: 120 V AC, 60 Hz
Korean model: 220 V AC, 60 Hz
Other models: 120 V, 220 V, 230 –
240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Adjustable with voltage
selector
Power consumption
U.S.A. model:
CHC-CL1: 100 watts
European models:
CHC-CL3: 165 watts
CHC-CL1: 100 watts
CHC-CL3/CL1: 0.5 watts (at the Power
Saving Mode)
Other models:
CHC-CL3: 165 watts
CHC-CL1: 100 watts
Dimensions (w/h/d) incl. projecting parts and controls
Amplifier/Tuner/Tape/CD section:
Approx. 215 × 285 ×
421 mm
Speaker: Approx. 210 × 285 ×
260 mm
Mass
Amplifier/Tuner/Tape/CD section:
CHC-CL3: Approx. 8.0 kg
CHC-CL1: Approx. 7.7 kg
Speakers: Approx. 3.8 kg net per
speaker
Supplied accessories Remote (1)
R6 (size AA) batteries (2)
AM loop antenna (1)
FM lead antenna (1)
Speaker pads (8)
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
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