Operating Instructions
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located at the rear. Record the serial number in the space
provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this
product.
Model No. CMT-CP11 Serial No.
Micro HiFi
Component
System
4-227-681-11(1)
©2000 Sony Corporation
CMT-CP11
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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.
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.
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.
INFORMATION
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.
NOTICE FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN
CANADA
CAUTION
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE
THIS POLARIZED AC PLUG WITH AN
EXTENSION CORD, RECEPTACLE OR OTHER
OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY
INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE.
This system is equipped with the Dolby* B-type noise
reduction system.
* Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license
from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
“DOLBY” and the double-D symbol ; are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation.
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* European model only
Table of Contents
Getting Started
Step 1: Hooking up the system ................ 4
Step 2: Setting the time ............................ 6
Step 3: Presetting radio stations
— Preset ............................................. 7
Connecting optional components .............. 8
Basic Operations
Playing a CD — Normal Play ................. 11
Recording from a CD to a tape
— CD Synchro Recording ............... 12
Listening to the radio — Preset Tuning .. 13
Recording from the radio ........................ 15
Playing a tape .......................................... 16
The CD Player
Checking the remaining playing time on the
CD .................................................... 18
Playing CD tracks repeatedly
— Repeat Play .................................. 18
Playing CD tracks in random order
— Shuffle Play ................................. 19
Playing CD tracks in a favorite order
–– Program Play ............................... 20
The Tape Deck
Recording to a tape manually.................. 21
Recording your favorite CD tracks to a tape
— Program Edit................................ 22
Other Features
Adjusting the sound ................................ 23
Using the Radio Data System (RDS)* .... 24
Falling asleep to music
— Sleep Timer ................................. 24
Waking up to music — Daily Timer....... 25
Timer-activated recording of radio
programs — REC Timer .................. 26
Additional Information
Precautions .............................................. 28
Troubleshooting ...................................... 29
Specifications .......................................... 31
Parts identification for the remote........... 33
Index........................................................ 34
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Getting Started
Step 1: Hooking up the system
Follow steps 1 through 4 of the procedure below to hook up your system using the supplied cords and
accessories.
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1 Connect the speakers.
Connect the right and left speaker cords to
the SPEAKER terminals of the same color.
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#
L
3
R
Note
Keep the speaker cords away from the antennas
to prevent noise.
2 Connect the FM and AM antennas.
Set the AM loop antenna up before
connecting it.
Jack type A
FM
75
Ω
AM
U
ANTENNA
AM loop antenna
FM antenna
Right speaker Left speaker
Solid (3)
Stripe (#)
Insert this
portion
AM loop
antenna
Extend the FM
wire antenna
horizontally
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Getting Started
Jack type B
FM
75
Ω
AM
ANTENNA
U
U
3 For models with a voltage selector, set
VOLTAGE SELECTOR to the local
power line voltage.
VOLTAGE
SELECTOR
110V~120V
220V~240V
4 Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.
If the plug does not fit the wall socket,
detach the supplied plug adaptor (only for
models equipped with an adaptor).
Inserting two size-AA (R6)
batteries into the remote
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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.
Notes on batteries
• Make sure the battery poles (plus/minus) are
properly oriented.
• Do not use a new battery with an old one.
• Do not use different types of batteries together.
• If you do not use the remote for a long period of
time, remove the batteries to prevent possible
damage from battery leakage and corrosion.
• Do not use a battery that is leaking.
• If a battery has leaked, clean the battery
compartment and replace all the batteries.
• Do not place the remote in an extremely hot or
humid place.
• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight
or lighting apparatuses. Doing so may cause a
malfunction.
AM loop
antenna
Extend the FM
wire antenna
horizontally
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Step 2: Setting the time
Before you can use the system’s timer functions,
set the internal clock.
The clock uses a 24-hour system on the European
model, and a 12-hour system on other models.
The 24-hour system is used here for illustration
purposes.
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1
3,5
1 Press TIMER SET.
The hour indication flashes.
000
2 Press l/L repeatedly to set the
hour.
1300
3 Press ENTER.
The minute indication flashes.
1300
4 Press l/L repeatedly to set the
minute.
1310
5 Press ENTER.
The clock will begin operating.
To reset the system clock
You can reset the system clock even when the
system is on or off.
1 Press TIMER SET.
2 Press l/L repeatedly until
“SET CLOCK” appears, then press ENTER.
3 Repeat step 2 to 5 in “Step 2: Setting the time”.
Tip
If you make a mistake, start over from step 1.
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Getting Started
Step 3: Presetting radio
stations
— Preset
The system can store a total of 30 preset stations
(20 for FM and 10 for AM). This section explains
how to tune in stations and preset them.
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1 Press TUNER.
“TUNER” appears.
2 Press TUNER BAND to select FM or
AM.
3 Press TUNING MODE repeatedly until
“AUTO” appears.
4 Press TUNING +/– .
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 stereo
programs only) appear.
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AUTO
STEREO
TUNED
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5 Press MEMORY on the remote.
A preset number flashes.
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PRESET
STEREO
TUNED
MH
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6 Press l/L on the remote
repeatedly to select the preset number
that you want.
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PRESET
STEREO
TUNED
MH
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7 Press ENTER on the remote.
The station is stored to the selected preset
number.
8 Repeat steps 2 through 7 to preset other
stations.
continued
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Connecting optional
components
This section explains how to connect a variety of
components to your system in order to enhance it.
Refer to the instructions included with each
component for details.
Connecting audio components
Connecting an MD deck for
analog recording
You can connect an MD deck to the system with
commercially available audio cords. Be sure to
match the color-coded pins to the appropriate
jacks. To listen to the MD deck after connecting it,
press MD/VIDEO until “MD” appears.
To the audio input jacks on the
MD deck
To the audio output jacks on the MD
deck
To tune in a weak station
In step 3, press TUNING MODE repeatedly until
“AUTO” and “PRESET” disappear, then press
TUNING +/– repeatedly to tune in the station.
To change the preset number
Start over from step 2.
Tip
The preset stations are saved in the system’s memory
for about two days even if you disconnect the power
cord or a power failure occurs.
To change the AM tuning
interval (not applicable on the
European and Middle Eastern
models)
The AM tuning interval is factory-preset to 9 kHz (or
10 kHz on North American model). To switch the
AM tuning interval, tune in any AM station first, then
turn off the system. Pressing TUNING + down, turn
the system back on. When you change the interval, all
the AM preset stations are erased. To change back to
the original interval, tune in any AM station first, then
turn off the system. Pressing TUNING – down, turn
the system back on.
Step 3: Presetting radio stations
(continued)
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Getting Started
Connecting an MD deck for
digital recording
By connecting an MD deck to the system with a
commercially available optical cable, you can
make a digital recording from a CD.
To the digital input connector
on the MD deck
Connecting a VCR
You can connect a VCR to the system with a
commercially available audio cord. Be sure to
match the color-coded pins to the appropriate
jacks. To listen to the VCR after connecting it,
press MD/VIDEO until “VIDEO” appears.
To the audio output jacks on the
VCR
Connecting headphones
Connect headphones to the PHONES jack.
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Connecting external antennas
You can connect an external antenna to your
system to get better reception.
FM antenna
Connect a commercially available external FM
antenna to the FM ANTENNA terminal(s) as
shown below. You may also connect a TV antenna
for the same purpose.
Jack type A
ANTENNA
FM75
Ω
AM
U
continued
IEC standard
socket connector
(not supplied)
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Jack type B
FM75Ω
A
M
ANTENNA
U
U
AM antenna
For the AM antenna, use a 6- to 15-meter,
horizontally extended insulated wire, with one end
connected to the AM ANTENNA terminals as
shown below. Leave the supplied AM loop
antenna connected.
Jack type A
FM
75
Ω
ANTENNA
AM
U
Jack type B
FM75Ω
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A
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75-ohm coaxial cable
(not supplied)
Insulated wire
(not supplied)
Insulated wire
(not supplied)
Connecting optional components
(continued)
Basic Operations
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Basic Operations
Playing a CD
— Normal Play
Do the procedure below to play a CD starting
from the first track.
To turn on the system, press ?/1.
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CD x
1 Press CD EJECT Z and place a CD on
the disc tray.
The disc tray opens.
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2 Press CD EJECT Z again to close the
disc tray.
3 Press CD.
“CD” appears.
4 Press CD u.
Playback starts.
1 005
Track number Playing time
To Do this
Place with the
label side up.
When you
play a CD
single (8 cm
CD), place it
on the inner
circle of the
tray.
Getting Started/Basic Operations
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(Power)
Stop playback Press CD x.
Pause Press CD u. Press again to
resume playback.
Select a track During playback or pause,
press CD . or CD >
repeatedly until you find the
desired track.
Locate a desired
point in a track
During playback, press down
CD m or CD M until you
find the desired point.
Remove or replace
the CD
Press CD EJECT Z.
Adjust the volume Turn VOLUME.
Tips
• If you press CD u when the power is off, the
system automatically turns on and the CD starts
playing if there is a CD on the disc tray (One Touch
Play).
• To switch to the CD while listening to another
source, press CD u. The CD will automatically
start playing (Automatic Source Selection).
• “NO DISC” appears in the display if there is no CD
on the disc tray.
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1 Press TAPE EJECT Z and insert a
recordable tape into the cassette holder.
With the side you want to
record on facing towards you
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2 Press CD EJECT Z and place a CD on
the disc tray.
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3 Press CD EJECT Z again to close the
disc tray.
4 Press CD.
“CD” appears.
5 Press CD SYNC.
The tape stands by for recording and the CD
stands by for playback.
“ ” and “B” (or “b”) appear, and the CD
SYNC indicator lights up.
Place with the
label side up.
When you
play a CD
single
(8 cm CD),
place it on the
inner circle of
the tray.
Recording from a CD to
a tape
— CD Synchro Recording
The CD Synchro Recording function makes it
easy to record from a CD to a tape. Both Type I
(normal) and Type II (CrO2) tapes can be used.
To record only the tracks that you want, it is
convenient to use the Program Edit function (see
page 22).
To turn on the system, press ?/1.
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TAPE x
TAPE
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DOLBY NR
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?/1
(Power)
Basic Operations
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6 Press DIR MODE on the remote
repeatedly to select “
” to record on
one side of the tape, or “
”or “ ”
to record on both sides.
7 Press TAPE X.
Recording starts.
To stop recording
Press TAPE x.
Tips
• To record with the Dolby NR system on, press
DOLBY NR on the remote before step 7. “;”
appears.
• To start recording on the side facing away from
you, after doing step 5, press TAPE nN until
“ ” changes to “ .”
Note
You cannot listen to another source during CD
Synchro Recording.
Listening to the radio
— Preset Tuning
Presetting radio stations in the system’s memory
in advance makes it easy to tune in those stations
later (see “Step 3: Presetting radio stations” on
page 7).
To turn on the system, press ?/1.
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VOLUME
STEREO/
MONO
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Tips
• If you press TUNER BAND when the power is off,
the system automatically turns on and tunes in the
station last received (One Touch Play).
• To switch to the radio while listening to another
source, press TUNER BAND (Automatic Source
Selection).
• If there is static during an FM broadcast, press
STEREO/MONO on the remote until “MONO”
appears. After “MONO” scrolls across the display,
the frequency will appear. The broadcast will no
longer be in stereo, but the reception will improve.
Press this button again to restore the broadcast to
stereo.
• To improve the reception, adjust the supplied
antennas or connect an external antenna (see
“Connecting external antennas” on page 9).
1 Press TUNER.
“TUNER” appears.
2 Press TUNER BAND to select FM or
AM.
3 Press TUNING MODE repeatedly until
“PRESET” appears.
4 Press TUNING +/– repeatedly to
display the preset number of the desired
station.
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PRESET
STEREO
TUNED
MH
z
Preset number Frequency
To Do this
Turn off the radio Press ?/1.
Adjust the volume Turn VOLUME.
To tune in a non-preset radio
station
In step 3, press TUNING MODE repeatedly until
“AUTO” and “PRESET” disappear, then press
TUNING +/– repeatedly to tune in the desired
station (Manual Tuning).
Listening to the radio
(continued)
Basic Operations
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Recording from the
radio
Do the procedure below to tune in a preset station
(see page 13) and record from the radio to a tape.
Both Type I (normal) and Type II (CrO2) tapes
can be used.
To turn on the system, press ?/1.
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TAPE
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TAPE x
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1 Press TUNER.
“TUNER” appears.
2 Press TUNER BAND to select FM or
AM.
3 Press TUNING MODE repeatedly until
“PRESET” appears.
4 Press TUNING +/– repeatedly to
display the preset number of the desired
station.
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PRESET
STEREO
TUNED
MH
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Preset number Frequency
5 Press TAPE EJECT Z and insert a
recordable tape into the cassette holder.
With the side you want to
record on facing towards you
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6 Press REC z.
The tape stands by for recording.
“ ” and “B” (or “b”) appear.
7 Press DIR MODE on the remote
repeatedly to select “
” to record on
one side of the tape, or “
”or “ ”
to record on both sides.
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(Power)
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Playing a tape
The system can play three types of tapes: Type I
(normal), Type II (CrO2) and Type IV (metal).
The system automatically detects the tape type so
there is no need to specify it.
To turn on the system, press ?/1.
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TAPE m/MVOLUME
DOLBY NR
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Recording from the radio
(continued)
8 Press TAPE X.
Recording starts.
To stop recording
Press TAPE x.
Tips
• To record from a non-preset station, press
TUNING MODE repeatedly in step 3 until
“AUTO” and “PRESET” disappear, then press
TUNING +/– repeatedly to tune in the desired
station.
• To record with the Dolby NR system on, press
DOLBY NR on the remote before step 8. “;”
appears.
• To start recording on the side facing away from
you, after doing step 6, press TAPE nN until
“ ” changes to “ .”
• If you hear static while you are recording an AM
radio program, adjust the AM antenna to improve
the reception.
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(Power)
Basic Operations
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1 Press TAPE EJECT Z and insert a
recorded tape into the cassette holder.
With the side you want to play
facing towards you
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Xz
2 Press TAPE.
“TAPE” appears.
3 Press DIR MODE on the remote
repeatedly to select “
” to play one
side of the tape, “
”to play both
sides, or “
”* to play both sides
repeatedly.
* The tape automatically stops after playing
back five times.
4 Press TAPE nN.
The tape starts playing.
To change the playback direction, press
TAPE nN again. The reverse side will
begin playing.
To Do this
Stop playback Press TAPE x.
Pause Press TAPE X. Press again to
resume playback.
Fast-forward or
rewind
With the tape stopped‚ press
TAPE M or TAPE m.
Remove or replace
the tape
Press TAPE EJECT Z.
Adjust the volume Turn VOLUME.
Tips
• If you press TAPE nN when the power is off,
the system automatically turns on and starts playing
the tape if there is a tape in the holder (One Touch
Play).
• To switch to the tape while listening to another
source, press TAPE nN while the tape is
stopped. The tape will automatically start playing
(Automatic Source Selection).
• To play a tape recorded with the Dolby NR system,
press DOLBY NR on the remote before step 4.
“;” appears.
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Playing CD tracks
repeatedly
— Repeat Play
The Repeat Play function lets you playback a
single track or all the tracks on a CD repeatedly in
Normal Play. You can also use Repeat Play
function while in Shuffle Play or Program Play.
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, Press REPEAT repeatedly during
playback until “REPEAT” appears.
Repeat Play starts. The following table
describes the two repeat modes.
To repeat Press
All the tracks on the
CD
REPEAT repeatedly until
“REPEAT” appears.
Only the currently
playing track
REPEAT repeatedly until
“REPEAT 1” appears.
To cancel Repeat Play
Press REPEAT repeatedly until “REPEAT” and
“REPEAT 1” disappear.
The CD Player
Checking the remaining
playing time on the CD
Do the procedure below to check the remaining
playing time of the current track or the entire CD.
DISPLAY
, Press DISPLAY.
Each time you press this button, the display
changes as follows:
During playback
t Current track number and elapsed playing
time of the track
r
Current track number and remaining playing
time of the track
r
Remaining playing time of the entire CD
r
Clock display
Tip
Each time you press DISPLAY while the CD (or
tape) is stopped, the display changes as follows:
t Total playing time
r
Clock display
r
Current source display
Note
If the CD contains 25 tracks or more, the remaining
playing time of the current track will appear as
“- - - . - -” for each track starting with the 25th.
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The CD Player
Playing CD tracks in
random order
— Shuffle Play
You can use this function to playback all the
tracks on a CD in random order.
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CD >
1 Press CD.
“CD” appears.
2 Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until
“SHUFFLE” appears.
3 Press CD u.
Shuffle Play starts. “;” appears while the
next track is being selected, and all the tracks
play in random order.
To cancel Shuffle Play
Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until “SHUFFLE”
disappears.
Tips
• You can also start Shuffle Play during Normal Play
by selecting “SHUFFLE”.
• To skip a track, press CD >.
Note
You cannot go back to the preceding track by
pressing CD ..
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Selected track
number
Total playing time
4 Press PLAY MODE.
The selected track is programmed. “STEP”
appears, followed by the number of the
selection just programmed.
5 To program additional tracks, repeat
steps 3 and 4.
6 Press CD u.
Program Play starts. The tracks play in the
order that they were programmed.
To cancel Program Play
Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until “PGM”
disappears.
To Do this
Playing CD tracks in a
favorite order
–– Program Play
You can make a program of up to 24 tracks on a
CD in any order that you want. After setting the
order, you can also make a synchronized tape
recording of the tracks (see page 22).
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CD x
1 Press CD.
“CD” appears.
2 Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until
“PGM” appears.
3 Press CD . or CD > repeatedly
until the desired track number appears.
3 243
PGM
Add a track to the end
of the program
Do steps 3 and 4 with
Program Play stopped.
Erase the entire
program
Press CD x with Program
Play stopped.
Tips
• The program you made remains in the system’s
memory until you turn off the system or remove
the CD. After the program finishes, press
CD u to play the program again.
• When the total playing time of the programmed
tracks exceeds 100 minutes, “- - . - -” appears in
the display.
• If you try to program more than 24 tracks,
“PGM FULL” appears in the display.
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The Tape DeckThe CD Player/The Tape Deck
The Tape Deck
Recording to a tape
manually
Do the procedure below to manually record from
any source to a tape. For example, tracks from a
CD, the radio, or from any of the connected
components. This lets you record just the songs
that you want from a CD.
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TAPE
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1 Press TAPE EJECT Z and insert a
recordable tape.
2 Press the button of the source you want
to record from.
• CD: To record from the CD
• TUNER: To record from the radio
• MD/VIDEO: To record from optional
component
3 Press REC z.
The tape stands by for recording.
“ ” and “B” (or “b”) appear.
4
Press DIR MODE on the remote
repeatedly to select “
” to record on
one side of the tape, or “
”or “ ”
to record on both sides.
5
Press TAPE X.
Recording starts.
6 Start playing the source you want to
record from.
To Press
Stop recording TAPE x.
Pause recording TAPE X.
Tips
• To record with the Dolby NR system on, press
DOLBY NR on the remote before step 5. “;”
appears.
• To start recording on the side facing away from
you, after doing step 3, press TAPE nN until
“ ” changes to “ ”.
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Total playing timeSelected track
number
1 Press CD EJECT Z and place a CD.
2 Press CD EJECT Z again to close the
disc tray.
3 Press TAPE EJECT Z and insert a
recordable tape.
4 Press CD.
“CD” appears.
5 Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until
“PGM” appears.
6 Press CD . or CD > repeatedly
until the desired track number appears.
3 243
PGM
7 Press PLAY MODE.
8 Repeat steps 6 and 7 to add more tracks
to be recorded.
9 Press S on the remote where you want
the system to begin recording on the
side facing away from you.
When the system detects this command, the
CD pauses, the tape reverses direction, and
then the system resumes recording with the
next CD track on the tape side facing away
from you.
Recording your favorite
CD tracks to a tape
— Program Edit
With Program Edit function, you can select only
the CD tracks that you want using the Program
Play function, then record the programmed tracks
to a tape using the CD Synchro Recording
function.
Z
bB x
mM
Xz
Z
ux
+
–
.
>
m
M
65,71,2
13114
3
TAPE x
TAPE
nN
DOLBY NR
12
9
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The Tape Deck
10Repeat steps 6 and 7 to select tracks to
be recorded on the side of the tape
facing away from you.
11Press CD SYNC.
The tape stands by for recording and the CD
stands by for playback.
“ ” and “B” (or “b”) appear, and the CD
SYNC indicator lights up.
12Press DIR MODE on the remote
repeatedly to select “
” to record on
one side of the tape, or “
”or “ ”
to record on both sides.
13Press TAPE X.
Recording starts.
To stop recording
Press TAPE x.
To cancel Program Edit
Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until “PGM”
disappears.
Tips
• To record with the Dolby NR system on, press
DOLBY NR on the remote before step 13. “;”
appears.
• To start recording on the side facing away from
you, after doing step 11, press TAPE nN until
“ ” changes to “ ”.
Other Features
Adjusting the sound
Not only can you adjust the bass and treble, you
can use the DSG (Dynamic Sound Generator)
function to enjoy a more powerful sound.
Z
bB x
mM
Xz
Z
ux
+
–
.
>
m
M
DSG TREBLEBASS
Generating a more dynamic
sound
, Press DSG.
To cancel the DSG
Press DSG again.
Adjusting the bass
, Turn BASS.
You can adjust the bass in 7 steps (+3 ~ 0 ~ –3).
Adjusting the treble
, Turn TREBLE.
You can adjust the treble in 7 steps (+3 ~ 0 ~
–3).
The Tape Deck/Other Features
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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.
Note
RDS may not work properly if the station you have
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 all 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 on the remote, the
display changes as follows:
t Station name*
r
Frequency
r
Clock display
* If the RDS broadcast is not properly received,
the station name may not appear in the display.
Falling asleep to music
— Sleep Timer
The Sleep Timer function lets you specify a sleep
time, after which the system stops playing and
turns off automatically. You can thus fall asleep
to music.
SLEEP
, Press SLEEP.
Each time you press this button, the sleep
time changes as follows:
AUTO t 90MIN t 80MIN t 70MIN
Rr
OFF T 10MIN .... T 60MIN
When you choose “AUTO”
The system turns off after the current CD or tape
finishes playing (up to 100 minutes). The system
also turns off when you manually stop the CD or
tape.
To check the remaining sleep
time
Press SLEEP once.
To change the sleep time
Press SLEEP repeatedly until the time you want
appears.
To cancel the Sleep Timer
function
Press SLEEP repeatedly until “OFF” appears.
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Other Features
4 Press l or L repeatedly until
“SET DAILY” appears.
“SET DAILY” scrolls and “c DAILY”
appears in the display.
5 Press ENTER.
“ON TIME” appears, then the hour
indication flashes.
000
DAILY
c
6 Set the starting time.
Press l or L repeatedly to set the
hour, then press ENTER.
The minute indication begins flashing next.
700
DAILY
c
Press l or L repeatedly to set the
minute, then press ENTER.
“OFF TIME” appears, then the hour
indication flashes again.
7 Set the stopping time by repeating step
6.
8 Press l or L repeatedly until the
music source you want appears.
Each time you press the button, the display
changes as follows:
t TUNER Tt CD T
t TAPE T
Waking up to music
— Daily Timer
By setting the Daily Timer, you can make the
system automatically turn on and off at specified
times. To use this function, make sure that you
have set the system clock correctly (see “Step 2:
Setting the time” on page 6).
TIMER
SELECT
4,6,
7,8
3
5,6,
7,9
10
2
1 Prepare the music source you want to
listen to when the system turns on.
• CD: Place a CD. To start playing from a
specific track, make a program (see
“Playing CD tracks in a favorite order” on
page 20).
• Tape: Insert a tape with the side you want
to play on facing towards you.
• Radio: Tune in the preset radio station
that you want (see “Listening to the radio”
on page 13).
2 Press VOL +/– repeatedly to adjust the
volume.
3 Press TIMER SET.
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9 Press ENTER.
The starting time, the stopping time, and the
music source appear in turn, then the original
display returns.
10 Press ?/1 to turn off the system.
To check the settings
Press TIMER SELECT repeatedly until
“c DAILY” appears in the display.
The preset items appear in turn.
To turn off the Daily Timer
Press TIMER SELECT repeatedly until
“c DAILY” disappears. To turn the timer on
again, press TIMER SELECT repeatedly until
“c DAILY” appears, then press ?/1 to turn off
the system.
Tip
Once you set the Daily Timer, the time settings will
remain in the system’s memory until you change
them, even when you turn the system or the Daily
Timer off. The settings that were last used will be in
effect when you turn the timer on again.
Notes
• The system will turn on 15 seconds before the
specified starting time.
• The timer will not operate if the starting time and
the stopping time are the same.
• When you have set the Sleep Timer, the Daily
Timer will not operate until the Sleep Timer
function is turned off.
• You cannot operate the Daily Timer and the REC
Timer (see this page) at the same time.
Timer-activated
recording of radio
programs
— REC Timer
Set the REC Timer to make the system start
recording from a preset radio station at a specified
time (see “Step 3: Presetting radio stations” on
page 7). To use this function, make sure that you
have set the system clock correctly (see “Step 2:
Setting the time” on page 6).
TIMER
SELECT
4,6,
7
3
5,6,
7
8
1 Tune in the preset radio station that you
want to record from (see “Listening to
the radio” on page 13).
2 Insert a recordable tape with the side
you want to record on facing towards
you.
3 Press TIMER SET.
Waking up to music (continued)
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Other Features
4 Press l or L repeatedly until
“SET REC” appears.
“SET REC” scrolls and “c REC” appears in
the display.
5 Press ENTER.
“ON TIME” appears, then the hour
indication flashes.
000
REC
c
6 Set the starting time.
Press l or L repeatedly to set the
hour, then press ENTER.
The minute indication begins flashing next.
600
REC
c
Press l or L repeatedly to set the
minute, then press ENTER.
“OFF TIME” appears, then the hour
indication flashes again.
7 Set the stopping time by repeating step
6.
The starting time, the stopping time,
“TUNER”, and the preset station appear in
turn, then the original display returns.
8 Press ?/1 to turn off the system.
When recording starts, the volume level is
automatically set to the minimum.
To check the settings
Press TIMER SELECT repeatedly until “c REC”
appears in the display.
The preset items appear in turn.
To turn off the REC Timer
Press TIMER SELECT repeatedly until “c REC”
disappears. To turn the timer on again, press
TIMER SELECT repeatedly until “c REC”
appears, then press ?/1 to turn off the system.
Tip
Once you set the REC Timer, the time settings will
remain in the system’s memory until you change
them, even when you turn the system or the REC
Timer off. The settings that were last used will be in
effect when you turn the timer on again.
Notes
• The system will turn on 15 seconds before the
specified starting time.
• If the power is on at the specified starting time,
recording will not occur.
• The timer will not operate if the starting time and
the stopping time are the same.
• When you have set the Sleep Timer, the REC Timer
will not operate until the Sleep Timer function is
turned off.
• You cannot operate the Daily Timer and the REC
Timer at the same time.
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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
will not 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 placement
• Place the system in a location with adequate
ventilation to prevent heat build-up in 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
On operation
• If the system is brought directly from a cold place
to a warm place, 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 moving the unit, remove any disc that may be
on the disc tray.
If you have any questions or problems concerning
your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Notes on CDs
• Before playing a CD, clean the CD surface with a
cleaning cloth. Wipe the CD from the center out.
• Do not play a CD with tape, stickers, or adhesives
on any of its surfaces as this may damage the
system.
• Do not clean CDs with solvents such as benzene,
thinner, commercially available cleaners or
antistatic sprays intended for vinyl LPs.
• Do not expose CDs to direct sunlight or heat
sources such as hot air ducts, or leave it in a car
parked in direct sunlight.
To save a tape permanently
To prevent a tape from being accidentally recorded
over, break off the cassette tabs from side A or side B
as illustrated.
If you later want to reuse the tape for recording, cover
the broken tab with adhesive tape. However, be
careful not to cover the detector slots which allow the
tape player to automatically detect the type of tape.
Detector slots
Tab of side B
Tab of side A
Side A
Break off the
cassette tab of
side A
Tape type:
CrO2/METAL NORMAL
Detector slots
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Additional Information
Troubleshooting
Should you encounter a problem with your
system, do the following:
1 Make sure the power cord and speaker cords
are correctly and firmly connected.
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.
General
There is no sound from the speakers.
• Adjust VOLUME.
• The headphones are connected.
• Check the speaker connections.
There is severe hum or noise.
• A TV or VCR is placed too close to the unit.
Move the unit away from the TV or VCR.
“0:00” (or “AM 12:00”) flashes in the
display.
• A power interruption has occurred. Set the
clock (see page 6) and timer settings (see
pages 25 and 26) again.
The timer does not function.
• Make sure the clock is correctly set (see page
6).
“c DAILY” and “c REC” do not appear
when you press TIMER SELECT on the
remote.
• Make sure each timer is correctly set (see
pages 25 and 26).
• Make sure the clock is correctly set (see page
6).
The color on the TV screen is irregular.
• Move the speakers farther away from the TV
set.
Before placing a cassette in the
tape deck
Take up any slack in the tape. Otherwise the tape may
get entangled in the tape deck’s playing mechanism
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 etc.
too frequently. The tape may get entangled in the tape
deck’s playing mechanism.
Cleaning the tape heads
Clean the tape heads after every 10 hours of use.
When the tape heads become dirty
— the sound becomes distorted
— the sound level decreases
— the sound drops out
— the tape does not erase completely
— the tape does not record
Make sure to clean the tape heads before making an
important recording or after playing an old tape. Use
a commercially available 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 commercially available demagnetizing
cassette. For details, refer to the instructions of the
demagnetizing cassette.
Cleaning the cabinet
Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth
slightly moistened with mild detergent solution. Do
not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or
solvent such as thinner, benzene or alcohol.
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Tape Deck
Recording cannot be done.
• There is no tape in the cassette holder.
• The record protect tab has been removed from
the cassette (see page 28).
• The tape has come to the end.
The tape does not record or play, or there
is a decrease in sound level.
• The heads are dirty. Clean them (see page 29).
• The record/playback heads are magnetized.
Demagnetize them (see page 29).
The tape does not erase completely.
• The record/playback heads are magnetized.
Demagnetize them (see page 29).
There is excessive wow or flutter, or the
sound drops out.
• The capstans or pinch rollers are dirty. Clean
them (see page 29).
Noise increases or the high frequencies
are missing.
• The record/playback heads are magnetized.
Demagnetize them (see page 29).
The remote does not work.
• There is an obstacle between the remote and
the unit.
• You are not pointing the remote in the
direction of the system’s sensor.
• The batteries in the remote have run down.
Replace the batteries.
• Make sure that the batteries are inserted
correctly.
Speakers
Sound comes from only one channel, or
the left and right volumes are unbalanced.
• Check the speaker connections and
placement.
CD Player
The CD will not play.
• The CD is dirty.
• The surface of the CD is scratched. Replace
the CD.
• The CD is inserted with the label side down.
• Condensation has built up in the system.
Remove the CD and leave the system turned
on for about an hour until the moisture
evaporates.
Play does not start from the first track.
• The player is in Program or Shuffle Play.
Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until “PGM”
and “SHUFFLE” disappear.
Troubleshooting (continued)
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Additional Information
Tuner
There is a severe hum or noise (“TUNED”
or “STEREO” flashes).
• Adjust the antenna.
• The signal strength is too weak. Connect an
external antenna (see page 9).
• Make sure that the antenna is connected
properly.
• Do not bend or roll up the antenna.
• The two wires comprising the FM antenna
have been pulled further apart since the
system was first purchased. Repair or replace
with a new one.
• The AM antenna wire is detached from the
stand.
A stereo FM program cannot be received
in stereo.
• Press STEREO/MONO on the remote until
“STEREO” appears in the display.
Resetting the system
1 Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet.
2 Press ?/1 down and connect the power cord to
the wall outlet again.
The system is reset to the factory settings. All
previous settings such as the preset stations, clock,
and timers are cleared and must be set again.
Specifications
Amplifier section
For the U.S. model
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC
DISTORTION:
With 6-ohm loads, both channels driven, from 70 -
20,000 Hz; rated 18 watts per channel minimum
RMS power, with no more than 0.9% total
harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated
output.
North American model:
Continuous RMS power output (reference):
35 + 35 W
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10% THD)
Total harmonic distortion less than 0.07% (6 ohms at 1 kHz,
18 W)
European model:
DIN power output (rated): 30 + 30 W
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN)
Continuous RMS power output (reference):
35 + 35 W
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10% THD)
Music power output (reference):
85 + 85 W
Other models:
The following measured at 230 V AC, 60 Hz
DIN power output (rated): 30 + 30 W
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN)
Continuous RMS power output (reference):
35 + 35 W
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10% THD)
The following measured at 220 V AC, 60 Hz
DIN power output (rated): 24 + 24 W
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN)
Continuous RMS power output (reference):
27 + 27 W
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10% THD)
Inputs
MD IN (phono jacks): Sensitivity 500 mV, impedance 47
kilohms
VIDEO IN (phono jacks): Sensitivity 250 mV, impedance 47
kilohms
Outputs
LINE OUT (phono jacks): Sensitivity 250 mV, impedance 1
kilohm
OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT (CD):
Optical
PHONES (stereo phone jack):
Accepts headphones with an
impedance of 8 ohms or more
SPEAKER: Active speaker system, 6 ohms
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CD player section
System Compact disc and digital audio
system
Laser Semiconductor laser
(λ = 780 nm)
Emission duration: continuous
Laser output MAX 44.6
µ
W*
* This output is the value
measured at a distance of
200 mm from the objective
lens surface on the optical
pick-up block with 7 mm
aperture.
Wavelength 780 - 790 nm
Frequency response 2 Hz - 20 kHz (±0.5 dB)
Tape player section
Recording system 4-track 2-channel stereo
Frequency response (DOLBY NR OFF)
50 - 13,000 Hz (±3 dB), using a
Sony TYPE I cassette
50 - 14,000 Hz (±3 dB),
using a Sony TYPE II cassette
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 wire antenna
Antenna terminals 75 ohm unbalanced
Intermediate frequency 10.7 MHz
AM tuner section
Tuning range
North American model: 530 - 1,710 kHz
(with the tuning interval set at
10 kHz)
531 - 1,710 kHz
(with the tuning interval set at
9 kHz)
European model: 531 - 1,602 kHz
(with the tuning interval set at
9 kHz)
Middle Eastern model: 531 - 1,602 kHz
(with the tuning interval set at
9 kHz)
Other models: 530 - 1,710 kHz
(with the tuning interval set at
10 kHz)
531 - 1,602 kHz
(with the tuning interval set at
9 kHz)
Antenna AM loop antenna, external antenna
terminal
Intermediate frequency 450 kHz
Speakers
Speaker system Two-way, bass reflex system
Speaker units 12 cm dia., cone type woofer
2.5 cm dia., semi-dome-type
tweeter
Rated impedance 6 ohms
Dimensions (w/h/d) Approx. 150 × 252 × 255 mm
Mass Approx. 2.6 kg net per speaker
General
Power requirements
North American model: 120 V AC, 60 Hz
European model: 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Australian model: 220 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Mexican model: 120 V AC, 60 Hz
Other models: 110 - 120 V or 220 - 240 V AC ,
50/60 Hz
Adjustable with voltage selector
Power consumption 70 W
Dimensions (w/h/d) Approx. 190 × 252 × 310 mm incl.
projecting parts and controls
Mass Approx. 5.6 kg
Supplied accessories Remote commander (1)
AM loop antenna (1)
FM wire antenna (1)
Batteries (2)
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Specifications (continued)
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Additional Information
Parts identification for
the remote
You can also operate the system with the supplied
remote.
Buttons marked with “*” are provided only on the
remote.
TUNER
Remote
Button(s)
Function
TUNER/BAND Selects FM or AM.
TUNING MODE Selects “AUTO”, “PRESET” or
“MANUAL”.
MEMORY* Presets a station.
STEREO/MONO* Selects “STEREO” or “MONO”.
l/L Selects a preset number.
j/J Scans for a station or selects a
preset station.
CD
Remote
Button(s)
Function
CD H Starts playback.
s Stops playback.
S Pauses playback.
l/L Selects a track (AMS: Automatic
Music Sensor).
j/J Locates a desired point in a
track.
CD REPEAT Repeats playback.
PLAY MODE Selects Shuffle, Program or
Normal Play.
DISPLAY* Changes the front panel display.
TAPE
Remote
Button(s)
Function
TAPE hH Starts playback.
Each time you press this button,
the tape reverses direction.
s Stops playback.
S Pauses playback.
j/J Fast-forwards or rewinds.
z REC Records to tapes.
DIR MODE* Selects “ ”, “ ” or “ ”.
DOLBY NR* Turns on or off the Dolby NR
system.
TIMER
Remote
Button
Function
SLEEP* Selects a sleep time.
TIMER SET* Sets the time, Daily Timer or
REC Timer.
TIMER SELECT* Checks the settings and turns on
or off the timer.
OTHERS
Remote
Button(s)
Function
?/1 Turns on or off the system.
VOL +/– Adjusts the volume.
DSG Generates a more dynamic
sound.
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Index
A
Adjusting
the bass 23
the treble 23
the volume 11, 14, 17
Antennas 4, 9, 10
Automatic Source Selection 11,
14, 17
B
Batteries 5
C
CD player 11, 12, 18
Clock setting 6
Connecting. See Hooking up
D, E, F, G
Daily Timer 25
H, I, J, K, L, M
Hooking up
optional components 8
the antenna 4, 9, 10
the power cord 5
the system 4
N
Normal Play 11
O
One Touch Play 11, 14, 17
P, Q
Playing
a CD 11
a tape 16
tracks in random order
(Shuffle Play) 19
tracks in the desired order
(Program Play) 20
tracks repeatedly (Repeat
Play) 18
Presetting radio stations 7
Preset Tuning 13
Program Edit 22
Program Play 20
Protecting recordings 28
R
Radio stations
presetting 7
tuning in 13
Recording
a CD 12
a radio program 15
a tape manually 21
CDs by specifying the track
order 22
timer-activated recording
26
Repeat Play 18
Resetting the system 31
S
Setting the time 6
Shuffle Play 19
Sleep Timer 24
Speakers 4
T
Tape deck 12, 15, 16, 21, 26
Timer
falling asleep to music 24
timer-activated recording
26
waking up to music 25
Troubleshooting 29
Tuner 7, 13, 15
U, V, W, X, Y, Z
Using the display 18
Using the DSG 23
Using the RDS 24
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