2-593-298-13(1)
Micro HI-FI
Component
System
Operating Instructions
CMT-GPX9DAB
©2005 Sony Corporation
Table of Contents
Viewing information about the disc in the
display ............................................ 23
Viewing the tuner information in the
display ............................................ 24
— Manual Tuning (FM/AM bands
only)
Using the Radio Data System on FM
stations (RDS).................................16
Listening to audio from a connected
component...................................... 26
Recording audio from a connected
component...................................... 26
Recording your favorite CD tracks on a
tape..................................................17
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How to use this manual
This manual mainly explains operations using
the remote, but the same operations can also be
performed using the buttons on the unit having
the same or similar names.
Ensemble
Service
Service
Service
Overview of DAB
DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) is a new
multimedia broadcasting system that replaces
the current FM/AM broadcast to transmit audio
programmes with a quality comparable to that of
Component
Component
Component
*
CDs .
Each DAB multiplex radio station converts
programmes (services) into an ensemble, which
it then broadcasts. Each service contains one or
more components. All services and components
are identified by name, so you can access any of
them without having to know their frequencies.
Furthermore, additional information (called
programme associated data) can be broadcast
along with the services in the form of text.
Notes
• The status of the DAB broadcast depends on your
country or region. It may not be broadcasted or may
be in test phase.
• DAB programmes are broadcast in Band-III (174 to
240 MHz) and/or L-Band (1452 to 1491 MHz), with
each band divided into channels. Each of these
channels has its own channel label. For details on the
channel labels and frequencies that this tuner
supports, see the Frequency Table on page 33.
• This tuner does not support data services.
With DAB digital radio, you can enjoy:
– CD sound quality without any hiss or crackle to
*
spoil the sound
– both music and data services from a single tuner
(this tuner does not support data services)
– the same radio stations of the same frequency from
anywhere in the country
– multiple programmes (services) from a single
frequency
* Some service components may not match CD quality
sound.
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Notes on CD-R and CD-RW
Playable discs
• Some CD-Rs or CD-RWs cannot be played
on this system depending upon the recording
quality or physical condition of the disc, or
the characteristics of the recording device.
Furthermore, the disc will not play if it has not
been correctly finalized. For more
information, see the operating instructions for
the recording device.
You can play back the following discs on this
system. Other discs cannot be played back.
List of playable discs
Format of discs
Disc logo
Audio CDs
• Discs recorded on CD-R/CD-RW drives may
not be played back because of scratches, dirt,
recording condition or the driver’s
characteristics.
CD-R/CD-RW
(audio data)
• The following discs take a longer time to start
playback.
– a disc recorded with complicated tree
structure.
– a disc to which data can be added (non-
finalized disc).
Discs that this system cannot
play
Music discs encoded with
copyright protection
technologies
• CD-ROMs
• CD-Rs/CD-RWs other than those recorded in
the music CD format.
• Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g., heart,
square, star) cannot be played on this unit.
Attempting to do so may damage the unit. Do
not use such discs.
• A disc with paper or stickers on it.
• A disc that has the adhesive, cellophane tape,
or a sticker still left on it.
This product is designed to playback discs that
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard.
Recently, various music discs encoded with
copyright protection technologies are marketed
by some record companies. Please be aware that
among those discs, there are some that do not
conform to the CD standard and may not be
playable by this product.
• An 8 cm disc with an adaptor
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Getting Started
Hooking up the system
Perform the following procedures 1 to 4 to hook up your system using the supplied cords and
accessories.
Left speaker
Right speaker
3
1
2
4
AM loop aerial
FM lead aerial
1 Connect the speakers.
2 Connect the FM and AM aerials.
Connect the right and left speaker cords to
the SPEAKER terminals as shown below.
Set up the AM loop aerial, then connect it.
Red (3)
3
L
Plug type A
#
ANTEN
AM loop
aerial
AM
NA
#
Black (#)
Insert this portion
R
3
FM 75
SPEAKE
IMPED
R
ANCE
USE 6-16
Ω
Extend the FM lead aerial horizontally
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Plug type B
3 Connect the DAB aerial.
With a DAB external aerial, you can obtain
a higher DAB broadcast sound quality. We
recommend that you use the supplied DAB/
FM lead aerial only temporarily until you
install a DAB external aerial.
ANTEN
AM
AM loop
aerial
NA
FM 75
Connect the supplied DAB/FM lead aerial
to the DAB terminal on the back of this unit.
Extend the FM lead aerial horizontally
Plug type C
NA
ANTEN
5
7
B
DA
Connect
using the
white side
ANTEN
AM
AM loop
aerial
NA
Extend the DAB/FM lead aerial
(supplied) horizontally
Extend the DAB/FM lead
aerial horizontally
FM 75
Connect a DAB external aerial (not
supplied) to the DAB terminal on the back
of this unit.
North American models:
Connect using the white side
Other models:
Connect using the brown side
75-ohm coaxial
cable with F male
type connector
(not supplied)
NA
ANTEN
75
B
DA
Note
To prevent noise pickup, keep the aerials away from
the speaker cords.
Tip
You can use the same lead aerial for both DAB and FM
connection. Use the white side connector for DAB
connection and the brown side connector for FM
connection.
To DAB external aerial (not supplied)
Tip
To install the DAB external aerial (not supplied), 75-
ohm coaxial cable with F male type connector (not
supplied) will be needed.
4 Connect the mains lead to mains.
If the plug does not fit the wall socket,
detach the supplied plug adaptor (only for
models equipped with an adaptor).
To turn on the system, press ?/1.
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Inserting two R6 (size AA)
batteries into the remote
Note
If you do not use the remote for a long period of time,
remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from
battery leakage and corrosion.
Tip
With normal use, the batteries should last for about six
months. When the remote no longer operates the
system, replace both batteries with new ones.
When carrying this system
Perform the following procedure to protect
the CD mechanism.
Use buttons on the unit for the operation.
1 Press ?/1 to turn on the system, then
press FUNCTION repeatedly to switch
the function to CD.
2 Make sure that no disc is loaded in the
disc tray.
3 Hold down CD x, and then press
TUNING MODE and ?/1 until
“STANDBY” appears. After a few
seconds later, “STANDBY” disappears
and “LOCK” appears.
4 Unplug the mains lead.
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Setting the clock
CD – Play
Use buttons on the remote for the operation.
Loading a disc
1
2
3
Press ?/1 to turn on the unit.
1
Press CD (or FUNCTION repeatedly on
the unit) to switch the function to CD.
Press CLOCK/TIMER SET.
Press . or > repeatedly to set the
hour.
2
Insert a disc in the disc slot with the
label side up.
4
5
Press ENTER.
Press . or > repeatedly to set the
minute.
When you
play a disc,
insert it with
the label side
up.
6
Press ENTER.
The clock starts working.
To adjust the clock
1 Press CLOCK/TIMER SET.
Notes
2 Press . or > repeatedly to select
• When you turn on the system, the disc is not
pulled into the disc slot until “NO DISC”
appears in the display. Do not attempt to
push in the disc until “NO DISC” appears.
• Do not use a disc with tape, seals or paste on it as this
may cause malfunction.
“CLOCK SET”, then press ENTER.
3 Do the same procedures as step 3 to 6
above.
Note
The clock is not displayed in Power Saving Mode
• Do not load an 8 cm disc with an adaptor. Doing so
may cause the system to malfunction.
• When you remove a disc, handle the disc by its edge
and pull it straight out of the disc slot. Do not touch
the surface.
• If you load a disc that is not playable by this system,
it will be ejected automatically.
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Notes
• You cannot change the play mode during playback.
• Some time may be needed to start playback of discs
recorded in complex configurations such as many
layers.
Playing a disc
— Normal Play/Shuffle Play
You can play audio CDs.
Tip
When disc access takes a long time, set “CD POWER”
Track number
Playing time
1
2
Press CD (or FUNCTION repeatedly) to
switch the function to CD.
Press PLAY MODE repeatedly in stop
mode until the mode you want appears
in the display.
Select
To play
No display
(Normal Play)
The tracks on the disc you
have selected in original
order.
SHUF
(Shuffle Play)
All the tracks on the disc you
have selected in random
order.
PGM
(Program Play)
The tracks on the disc in the
order you want them to be
played (see “Creating your
3
Press N (or CD/NX on the unit).
Other operations
To
Do this
Stop play
Pause
Press x (CD stop).
Press X (or CD/NX on the unit).
Press again to resume play.
Select a track
Press . or > repeatedly.
Find a point in a Keep pressing m or M during
track
playback and release it at the
desired point.
Remove a disc
Press CD A on the unit.
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Playing repeatedly
— Repeat Play
Creating your own
program
— Program Play
You can play all the tracks or a single track on a
disc repeatedly.
You can make a program of up to 25 steps.
You can synchro record the programed tracks
Press REPEAT repeatedly during playback
until “REP” or “REP 1” appears.
REP: For all tracks up to five times.
REP 1: For a single track only.
1
2
3
Press CD (or FUNCTION repeatedly) to
switch the function to CD.
To cancel Repeat Play
Press PLAY MODE repeatedly in stop
mode until “PGM” appears.
Press REPEAT repeatedly until both “REP” and
“REP 1” disappear.
Press . or > repeatedly until the
desired track number appears.
Note
When you select “REP 1”, that track is repeated
endlessly until “REP 1” is canceled.
Selected track number
Total playing time
4
Press ENTER.
The track is programed.
The program step number appears,
followed by the last programmed track
number and total playing time.
5
6
To program additional tracks, repeat
steps 3 and 4.
Press N (or CD/NX on the unit).
Program Play starts.
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Other operations
To
Do this
Cancel Program
Play
Press PLAY MODE repeatedly
in stop mode until “PGM”
disappears.
Erase the program Press CLEAR in step 4.
Each time you press the button, a
track is cleared from the end of
the program.
Add a track to the Perform steps 3 and 4 in stop
end of the program mode.
Note
You cannot erase program during playback.
Tips
• The program you made remains after Program Play
finishes. To play the same program again, press CD
(or FUNCTION repeatedly) to switch the function to
CD, then press N (or CD/NX on the unit).
However, the program is cleared when you eject the
disc.
• “– –.– –” appears if the total program time exceeds
100 minutes, if you select a track whose number is 21
or over.
• If you select “AL” in step 3, you can select all tracks
on the disc at once.
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Presetting radio stations
Tuner
You can preset up to 20 DAB stations, 20 FM
stations and 10 AM stations. You can then tune
in any of those stations simply by selecting the
corresponding preset number.
Scanning DAB stations
Before you can receive DAB, you must register
the contents of broadcasts (service components)
so that they can be received by the DAB tuner
using the DAB Automatic Scan procedure.
Automatic tuning preset
You can automatically tune in all of the service
components or stations that can be received in
your area and then store them.
DAB Automatic Scan
DAB Automatic Scan starts automatically only
when you plug in the mains lead for the first time
after you purchase the system.
If you want to use the DAB Automatic Scan
again, perform the procedure below.
1
Press TUNER BAND (or FUNCTION
repeatedly) to switch the function to
TUNER.
2
Press TUNER BAND repeatedly to
select “DAB”, “FM” or “AM”.
Press TAPE x and TUNING MODE
simultaneously.
You can also use the DAB button to select
DAB directly.
Scanning begins. Depending on the DAB
services available in your area, this may take a
few minutes.
When scanning is complete, available service
component list is created.
3
4
Press TUNING MODE repeatedly until
“AUTO” appears in the display.
Press + or – (or TUNING + or – on the
unit).
Notes
Service component list is played downward
(DAB) or the frequency changes as the
system scans for a station (FM/AM).
Scanning stops automatically when a
station is tuned in. At that time, “TUNED”
and “STEREO” (for stereo program only)
appear.
• If your country or region does not support DAB
broadcast, “NO SERV” appears.
• Do not press any button on the unit or supplied
remote during DAB Automatic Scan. Scanning is
interrupted and service component list may not be
created properly. In this case, perform the DAB
Automatic Scan again.
• If you move to another area, repeat this procedure to
store the stations for your new area.
If “TUNED” does not appear and the
scanning does not stop
• This procedure clears all previously stored presets.
• This procedure does not create any presets.
Set the frequency of the desired radio
station as described in steps 3 and 4 of
Manual tuning is not available for DAB.
5
Press TUNER MEMORY.
A preset number flashes. Perform steps 6
and 7 while the preset number flashes.
Preset number
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6
Press + or – (or TUNING + or – on the
unit) repeatedly to select the desired
preset number.
Other Operations
To
Do this
Tune in a station
Follow the procedure described
7
8
Press ENTER.
Repeat steps 4 through 7 to preset
other stations.
Set another station After step 5, press + or – (or
to the existing
preset number
TUNING + or – on the unit)
repeatedly to select the preset
number of the station you want
to store.
Notes
• When tuning in a DAB station, it may take a few
seconds before you hear any sound.
• Before you can receive DAB, you must complete the
DAB Automatic Scan procedure (see “Scanning
To change the AM tuning interval
(Except for European model)
• You cannot preset the service component while
“TUNED” is not displayed (DAB only).
The AM tuning interval is factory-preset to
9 kHz (or 10 kHz for some areas). To change the
AM tuning interval, tune into any AM station
first, then turn off the system.
While holding TUNING +, press ?/1 on the
unit.
Tip
Press TUNING MODE to stop scanning
(FM/AM bands only).
Manual tuning preset (FM/AM
bands only)
When you change the interval, all AM preset
stations are erased. To reset the interval, repeat
the same procedure.
You can manually tune in and store the radio
frequency of the desired stations.
Note
You cannot change the AM tuning interval in Power
1
Press TUNER BAND (or FUNCTION
repeatedly) to switch the function to
TUNER.
Tips
• The preset stations are retained for about half a day
even if you disconnect the mains lead or if a power
failure occurs.
2
3
Press TUNER BAND repeatedly to
select “FM” or “AM”.
• To improve broadcast reception, adjust the supplied
aerials, or connect a commercially available external
aerial.
Press TUNING MODE repeatedly until
“AUTO” and “PRESET” disappear from
the display.
To improve tuner reception
4
Press + or – (or TUNING + or – on the
unit) repeatedly to tune in the desired
station.
When tuner reception is poor, set CD player
power off by the CD power manage function.
CD power is factory set to on.
5
6
Press TUNER MEMORY.
Use buttons on the unit for the operation.
Press + or – (or TUNING + or – on the
unit) repeatedly to select the desired
preset number.
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly to switch the
function to CD.
2 Press ?/1 to turn off the system.
7
8
Press ENTER.
3 After “STANDBY” stops flashing, press ?/1
Repeat steps 4 through 7 to preset
other stations.
while holding CD x.
“CD POWER” and “OFF” appear.
To set the CD power on
Repeat the procedure above and “CD POWER”
and “ON” appear.
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Notes
• When “CD POWER” and “OFF” are selected, disc
access time is increased.
Listening to the radio
• You cannot change the setting in Power Saving
You can listen to a radio station either by
selecting a preset station, or by manually tuning
in the station.
Listening to a preset station
— Preset Tuning
Preset radio stations in the tuner’s memory first
1
Press TUNER BAND (or FUNCTION
repeatedly) to switch the function to
TUNER.
2
Press TUNER BAND repeatedly to
select “DAB”, “FM” or “AM”.
You can also use the DAB button to select
DAB directly.
3
4
Press TUNING MODE repeatedly until
“PRESET” appears in the display.
Press + or – (or TUNING + or – on the
unit) repeatedly to select the desired
preset station.
Note
If there is no stored preset station, “NO PRESET”
appears (DAB only).
Listening to non-preset radio
station
— Manual Tuning (FM/AM bands only)
1
Press TUNER BAND (or FUNCTION
repeatedly) to switch the function to
TUNER.
2
3
Press TUNER BAND repeatedly to
select “FM” or “AM”.
Press TUNING MODE repeatedly until
“AUTO” and “PRESET” disappear from
the display.
4
Press + or – (or TUNING + or – on the
unit) repeatedly to tune in the desired
station.
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Note
When switching to CD function from tuner, a longer
time may be required to access the disc. In this case, set
“CD POWER” and “ON” by CD power manage
Using the Radio Data
System on FM stations
(RDS)
Tips
• To improve broadcast reception, adjust the supplied
aerials, or connect a commercially available external
aerial.
(European model only)
• When an FM stereo program has static noise, press
FM MODE repeatedly until “MONO” appears.
There will be no stereo effect, but the reception will
improve.
What is the Radio Data
System?
Radio Data System (RDS) is a broadcasting
service that allows radio stations to send
additional information along with the regular
program signal. RDS is available only on FM
stations.*
• Press TUNING MODE repeatedly until “AUTO”
appears in step 3 above, then press + or – (or
TUNING + or – on the unit). The frequency
indication changes and scanning stops when the
system tunes in a station (Automatic Tuning).
• To record the radio programs, use manual recording
Note
RDS may not work properly if the station you are tuned
in is not transmitting the RDS signal properly or if the
signal is weak.
• When receiving DAB station that carries DRC
(Dynamic Range Control) data, “DRC” appears in
the display.
• “SECONDARY” appears in the display when
receiving secondary service (DAB only).
• Primary service is automatically received when
secondary service ends.
* 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.
To check the RDS information
Each time you press DISPLAY the display
changes cyclically as follows:
Station name* t Frequency t Clock display
t Bass level t Treble level
* If the RDS broadcast is not properly received, the
station name may not appear in the display.
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Tape – Play
Tape – Recording
Loading a tape
Recording your favorite
CD tracks on a tape
1
Press A PUSH EJECT on the unit.
— CD-TAPE Synchro Recording
2
Load a recorded/recordable tape into
the cassette holder.
You can record a whole CD on a tape.
You can use TYPE I (normal) tape.
The recording level is adjusted automatically.
Use buttons on the unit for the operation.
With the side
you want to
play/record
facing up.
1
2
Load a recordable tape.
Press FUNCTION repeatedly to switch
the function to CD and load a disc you
want to record.
?/1
3
Press CD SYNCHRO on the unit.
“SYNC”, “REC” and “N” (or “n”)
appear.
Playing a tape
The tape deck stands by for recording and
the CD player pauses for playback.
You can use TYPE I (normal) tape.
1
2
Load a tape.
4
5
Press DIRECTION repeatedly to select
“g” to record on one side or “h” (or
“j”) to record on both sides.
Press TAPE (or FUNCTION repeatedly)
to switch the function to TAPE.
3
Press DIRECTION on the unit
Press TAPE/nN repeatedly to select
the recording side.
repeatedly to select “g” to play one
side of a tape, “h” to play both sides,
or “j”* to play both sides repeatedly.
If you select both sides recording or front
side recording, press TAPE/nN until
“N” appears. If you record on the reverse
side, press TAPE/nN again until “n”
appears.
* The tape deck stops automatically after
repeating the sequence five times.
4
Press N (or TAPE/nN on the unit).
The tape starts playing. Press the button
again to play the reverse side.
6
Press z REC PAUSE/START.
Recording starts.
Other operations
When the recording is completed, the CD
player and the tape deck stop automatically.
To
Do this
Stop play
Pause
Press x (TAPE stop).
To stop recording
Press X. Press again to resume
play.
Press x.
Fast-forward or Press m or M.
rewind
To record a disc by specifying
track order
Remove a tape
Press A PUSH EJECT on the unit
in stop mode.
You can record only your favorite CD tracks
using Program Play. Between steps 2 and 3,
perform steps 2 to 6 of “Creating your own
Note
You cannot eject the tape during playback or
recording.
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Tip
If you select both sides recording and the tape reaches
the end of the front side part-way through a track, the
entire track is recorded again from the beginning of the
reverse side.
Recording on a tape
manually
— Manual Recording
You can record just the portions you like from a
CD or radio program on a tape.
You can also record from connected
components (see “Hooking up optional
Use buttons on the unit for the operation.
1
2
Load a recordable tape.
Press FUNCTION repeatedly to switch
the function to TAPE.
3
Press FUNCTION repeatedly to select
the desired source to record.
• TUNER: To record from this system’s
tuner.
• CD: To record from this system’s CD
player.
• AUDIO IN: To record from the optional
component connected to the AUDIO IN
jacks.
4
Press z REC PAUSE/START.
“REC” flashes and “N” (or “n”)
appears and the tape deck stands by for
recording.
5
6
Press DIRECTION repeatedly to select
“g” to record on one side or “h” (or
“j”) to record on both sides.
Press TAPE/nN repeatedly to select
the recording side.
If you select both sides recording or front
side recording, press TAPE/nN until
“N” appears. If you record on the reverse
side, press TAPE/nN again until “n”
appears.
7
Press z REC PAUSE/START, then start
playing the desired source to record.
Recording starts.
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Other operations
To
Do this
Stop recording
Press x (TAPE stop).
Pause recording Press z REC PAUSE/START.
Notes
• When you record on both sides, be sure to start from
the front side. If you start from the reverse side,
recording stops at the end of the reverse side.
• You cannot listen to other sources while recording.
Recording stops if you change the function to another
one.
Tips
• For recording from a CD, you can press . or
> to select tracks during recording pause mode
(after step 4 and before step 6).
• For recording from the tuner:
If noise is heard while recording from the tuner,
move the respective aerial to reduce the noise.
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Sound Adjustment
Timer
Adjusting the sound
Falling asleep to music
— Sleep Timer
You can adjust the bass and treble to enjoy more
powerful sound.
You can set the system to turn off after a certain
time, so that you can fall asleep to music.
Generating a more dynamic
sound (Dynamic Sound
Generator X-tra)
Press SLEEP repeatedly.
Each time you press the button, the minute
display (the turn-off time) changes cyclically as
follows:
AUTO* t 90MIN t 80MIN t … t
10MIN t SLEEP OFF
Press DSGX on the unit.
Each time you press the button, the display
*
changes as follows: DSGX ON y DSGX
* The system automatically turns off in 100 minutes or
after the current disc or tape finishes playing.
OFF
* The “DSGX ON” display appears.
Other operations
To
Press
Adjusting the bass and treble
Check the
remaining time*
SLEEP once.
You can adjust the bass and treble.
1
Press EQ repeatedly to select “BASS”
or “TREBLE”.
Change the time SLEEP repeatedly to select the
to turn off time you want.
Cancel the Sleep SLEEP repeatedly until “SLEEP
Timer function OFF” appears.
Each time you press the button, the display
changes as follows:
BASS y TREBLE
* You cannot check the remaining time if you select
“AUTO”.
2
Press . or > repeatedly to adjust
the level while “BASS” or “TREBLE”
appears.
Tip
You can use Sleep Timer, even if you have not set the
clock.
To adjust the bass on the unit
Turn BASS control.
To adjust the treble on the unit
Turn TREBLE control.
To exit the bass and treble
settings
Press any button other than EQ, . or >.
Also if you do not perform any operations for a
few seconds, the display automatically returns to
the original display.
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Press ?/1 to turn off the system.
Waking up to music
Other operations
— Play Timer
To
Do this
Activate the timer/ 1 Press CLOCK/TIMER
You can wake up to music at a preset time. Make
sure you have set the clock (see “Setting the
check the setting
SELECT.
2 Press . or >
repeatedly until “PLAY
SEL” appears, then press
ENTER.
Use buttons on the remote for the operation.
1
Prepare the sound source you want to
play.
Change the setting Start over from step 1.
Cancel the timer
1 Press CLOCK/TIMER
SELECT.
• CD: Load a disc. To start from a specific
track, make a program (see “Creating
2 Press . or >
repeatedly until “TIMER
OFF” appears, then press
ENTER.
• TUNER: Tune in a preset radio station
Notes
• If you use the Play Timer and the Sleep Timer at the
same time, the Sleep Timer has priority.
• Do not operate the system from the time the system
turns on until the play starts (about 15 seconds before
the preset time).
2
Press VOLUME + or – to adjust the
volume.
3
4
Press CLOCK/TIMER SET.
Press . or > repeatedly to select
“PLAY SET”, then press ENTER.
• If the system is on about 15 seconds before the preset
time, Play Timer will not be activated.
• You cannot use the optional component connected to
the AUDIO IN jacks as sound sources for Play
Timer.
“ON” appears and the hour indication
flashes.
5
Set the time to start playing.
• You cannot activate Play Timer and the Rec Timer at
the same time.
Press . or > repeatedly to set the
hour, then press ENTER.
• The Play Timer setting remains as long as the setting
is not canceled manually.
The minute indication flashes.
Press . or > repeatedly to set the
minute, then press ENTER.
6
7
Set the time to stop playing following
the same procedure as step 5.
Press . or > repeatedly until the
desired sound source appears.
Each time you press the button the display
changes cyclically as follows:
t
y
T
TUNER
CD PLAY
t
T
TAPE PLAY
8
Press ENTER.
The start time, the stop time and the sound
source appear in turn, then the original
display returns.
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Other operations
Timer recording radio
programs
To
Do this
Activate the timer/ 1 Press CLOCK/TIMER
check the setting
SELECT.
2 Press . or >
repeatedly until “REC SEL”
appears, then press ENTER.
— Rec Timer
You can record a preset radio station from a
specified time.
Change the setting Start over from step 1.
To timer record, you must first preset the radio
Cancel the timer
1 Press CLOCK/TIMER
SELECT.
2 Press . or >
repeatedly until “TIMER
OFF” appears, then press
ENTER.
1
Tune in the preset radio station (see
Notes
• If you use the Rec Timer and the Sleep Timer at the
same time, the Sleep Timer has priority.
• Do not operate the system from the time the system
turns on until the recording starts (about 15 seconds
before the preset time).
2
3
Press CLOCK/TIMER SET.
Press . or > repeatedly to select
“REC SET”, then press ENTER.
“ON” appears and the hour indication
flashes.
• If the system is on about 15 seconds before the preset
time, Rec Timer will not be activated.
• The volume is reduced to minimum during
recording.
4
5
Set the time to start recording.
Press . or > repeatedly to set the
hour, then press ENTER.
The minute indication flashes.
Press . or > repeatedly to set the
minute, then press ENTER.
• Note that if Rec Timer is set at the same time as Play
Timer sound source is set to tape, Rec Timer sound
may be recorded onto the tape.
• You cannot activate the Play Timer and the Rec
Timer at the same time.
Set the time to stop recording following
the same procedure as step 4.
• The Rec Timer is canceled automatically after the
Rec Timer has been activated.
The start time, the stop time, and the preset
radio station to be recorded (e.g., “FM 5”)
appear in turn, before the original display
returns.
6
7
Load a recordable tape.
Press DIRECTION on the unit
repeatedly to select “g” to record on
one side or “h” (or “j”) to record
on both sides.
8
Press N (or TAPE/nN on the unit)
repeatedly to select the recording side.
If you select both sides recording or front
side recording, press N (or TAPE/nN
on the unit) until “N” appears. If you
record on the reverse side, press N (or
TAPE/nN on the unit) again until “n”
appears.
9
Press ?/1 to turn off the system.
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Viewing information
about the disc in the
display
Display
Turning off the display
— Power Saving Mode
You can check the playing time and remaining
time of the current track or that of the disc.
The clock display can be turned off to minimize
the amount of power consumed during standby
(Power Saving Mode).
Checking the remaining time
Press DISPLAY repeatedly while the
system is off until the clock display
disappears.
Press DISPLAY during Normal Play.
Each time you press the button, the display
changes cyclically as follows:
To cancel Power Saving Mode
Current track number and elapsed playing time
t Current track number and remaining time t
Remaining time of the disc1) t Clock display
(for eight seconds) t Bass level (for eight
seconds) t Treble level (for eight seconds)
Press DISPLAY while the system is off. Each
time you press the button, the display switches
cyclically as follows:
Clock display* y No display (Power Saving
Mode)
1)
“– –.– –” appears in Program Play mode.
* The clock is displayed only if you set the clock.
Note
Note
When fast forward or fast reverse is performed, elapsed
playing time and remaining time of the track may not
be displayed accurately.
You cannot perform the following operations in Power
Saving Mode.
– setting the clock
– switching the AUDIO IN function
– changing the CD power manage function
– changing the AM tuning interval (except for
European model)
Checking the total playing
time
Press DISPLAY repeatedly in stop mode.
Tips
Each time you press the button, the display
changes cyclically as follows:
• STANDBY indicator lights up even in Power Saving
Mode.
x Normal Play mode
• The timer continues to operate in Power Saving
Mode.
TOC display* t Clock display (for eight
seconds) t Bass level (for eight seconds) t
Treble level (for eight seconds)
*
TOC = Table of Contents; displays total number of
tracks on the disc, and total playing time of the disc
x Program Play mode
The last track number of the program and the
total playing time t Total track number of the
program (for eight seconds) t Clock display
(for eight seconds) t Bass level (for eight
seconds) t Treble level (for eight seconds)
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Viewing the tuner
information in the display
Press DISPLAY while listening to the radio.
Each time you press the button, the display
changes cyclically as follows:
Station name1) t Preset number2) and
frequency t Clock display (for eight seconds)
t Bass level (for eight seconds) t Treble
level (for eight seconds)
1) European model only
2) Preset number is displayed only if you preset radio
Checking the DAB station
information
You can check the status of this tuner and the
information about the program using the
display.
Press DISPLAY repeatedly when tuning in a
DAB station.
Each time you press the button, the display
changes cyclically as follows:
Service component label t Preset number +
Frequency (for two seconds)1) t Channel
label + Frequency (for two seconds) t DLS
(Dynamic Label Segment)2) tEnsemble label
(until scroll ends)3) t Clock display (for eight
seconds) t Bass level (for eight seconds) t
Treble level (for eight seconds)
1) Preset number is displayed only if you preset radio
2) If there is no information in a service component,
“NO TEXT” appears.
3) If an ensemble does not have a label, “NO LABEL”
appears.
Note
When “STEREO” appears in the display, the current
programme is broadcasted in the stereo/joint
(intensity) stereo mode.
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Optional Components
Hooking up optional components
To enhance your system, you can connect optional components. Refer to the operating instructions
provided with each component.
Optional analog component
From the audio output
jacks of an optional
analog component
A AUDIO IN jacks
Use audio cords (not supplied) to connect an
optional analog component (MiniDisc player/
recorder or VCR, etc.) to these jacks. You can
then record or listen to the sound from the
component through this system.
Notes
• Before connecting or disconnecting the audio cord
(not supplied), press VOLUME – repeatedly (or turn
the VOLUME control on the unit counterclockwise)
to turn down the volume.
• Disconnect the audio cords when not using optional
components.
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Troubleshooting
There is no sound.
• Press VOLUME + or turn VOLUME on the unit
clockwise.
Problems and remedies
Should you encounter a problem with your
system, do the following:
• Make sure the headphones are not connected.
• There is no audio output during Rec Timer.
• Connect the aerials.
1 Make sure the mains lead and speaker
cords are correctly and firmly connected.
• The specified station has temporarily stopped
broadcast.
2 Find your problem in the troubleshooting
checklist below and take the indicated
corrective action.
• Perform the DAB Automatic Scan procedure
If the problem persists after doing all of the
above, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Sound comes from one channel, or
unbalanced left and right volume.
• Place the speakers as symmetrically as possible.
• Connect the supplied speakers.
When the ?/1 indicator flashes
Immediately unplug the mains lead and check
the following items.
There is severe hum or noise.
• Move the system away from the source of noise.
• Connect the system to a different mains.
• Install a noise filter (commercially available) to
the mains lead.
• If your system has a voltage selector, is the
voltage selector set to the correct voltage?
Check the voltage for your region, then
make sure the voltage selector is set
correctly.
The timer cannot be set.
• Are the + and – speaker cords short-
circuited?
The timer does not function.
• Check the timer setting and set the correct time
• Are you using the supplied speakers?
• Is anything blocking the ventilation holes
on the rear of the system?
• Make sure the clock is correctly set.
Check all the above items and fix any
problems found. After ?/1 indicator stops
flashing, reconnect the mains lead and turn on
the system. If the indicator still flashes, or if
the cause of the problem cannot be found
even after checking all the above items,
consult your nearest Sony dealer.
The color irregularity on a TV screen persists.
• Turn off the TV set once, then turn it on after 15
to 30 minutes. If the color irregularity still
persists, place the speakers farther away from the
TV set.
The remote does not function.
• Remove the obstacle.
• Move the remote closer to the system.
• Point the remote at the system’s sensor.
• Replace the batteries (R6/size AA).
• Locate the system away from the fluorescent light.
General
“– –:– –” appears in the display.
• A power interruption has occurred. Set the clock
again.
The system can not be turned on even though
you have pressed ?/1.
• Make sure the mains lead is connected to mains.
The clock setting/radio presetting/timer is
canceled.
• Redo the following:
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CD player
Tuner
“LOCKED” appears.
• Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony
service facility.
Severe hum or noise/stations cannot be
received.
• Find a place and an orientation that provide good
reception, then set up the aerial again. If you
cannot obtain good reception, we recommend you
connect a commercially available external aerial.
• The supplied FM lead aerial receives signals
along its entire length, so make sure you extend it
fully.
The disc does not eject.
• You cannot eject the disc during CD Synchro
Recording. Press CD x on the unit to cancel the
CD Synchro Recording, then press CD A on the
unit to eject the disc.
• Consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Play does not start.
• Check whether a disc is loaded.
• Connect an external aerial for DAB/FM
broadcasts.
• Replace the disc.
• Locate the aerials as far away from the speaker
cords as possible.
• Load the disc correctly.
• Consult your nearest Sony dealer if the supplied
AM aerial has come off the plastic stand.
• Try turning off surrounding electrical equipment.
• Set “CD POWER” and “OFF” by CD power
• Load the disc with the label side up.
• Remove the disc and wipe away the moisture on
the disc, then leave the system turned on for a few
hours until the moisture evaporates.
• Press N (or CD/NX on the unit) to start play.
A stereo FM program cannot be received in
stereo.
Disc access takes a long time.
• Set “CD POWER” and “ON” by CD power
• Press FM MODE until “STEREO” appears in the
display.
RDS isn’t working.
The sound skips.
• Make sure that you tune in an FM station.
• Select a stronger FM station.
• Replace the disc.
• 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.
The appropriate display or information does
not appear.
• Contact the radio station and find out whether or
not they actually provide the service in question.
The service may be temporarily out of order.
The tuner malfunctions.
• The microprocessor in the tuner has
malfunctioned. Turn off the tuner, then turn it on
again.
Play does not start from the first track.
• Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until both “PGM”
and “SHUF” disappear to return to Normal Play.
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Optional components
“TUNED” does not appear in the display
(DAB only).
There is no sound.
• Check all aerial connections, then press TAPE x
and TUNING MODE on the unit simultaneously
to perform the DAB Automatic Scan.
• The current DAB service is not available. Press +
or – (or TUNING + or – on the unit) to select a
different service.
(page 27) and check the condition of the system.
checking:
– if the cords are connected properly.
– if the cord plugs are firmly inserted all the way.
• Turn on the connected component.
• Refer to the operating instructions supplied with
the connected component and start playing.
• If you have moved to another area, some services/
frequencies may have changed and you may not
be able to tune into your usual broadcast.
Perform the DAB Automatic Scan procedure to
re-register the contents of broadcasts.
(Performing this procedure clears all previously
stored presets.)
The sound is distorted.
• Set the volume of the connected component
lower.
“NO SERV” is displayed (DAB only).
• Check all aerial connections, then press TAPE x
and TUNING MODE on the unit simultaneously
to perform the DAB Automatic Scan.
If the system still does not
operate properly after performing
the above measures, reset the
system as follows:
“SCANNING” does not disappear.
• Depending on the DAB services available in your
area, scanning may take a few minutes.
Use buttons on the unit for the operation.
1 Disconnect the mains lead.
2 Reconnect the mains lead.
Tape deck
The tape does not record or play, or there is a
decrease in sound level.
• The record/playback heads are magnetized.
3 Press ?/1 to turn on the system.
4 Press CD x, DSGX and ?/1.
The system is reset to the factory settings. You
should set the settings you made, such as the
preset stations, clock, and timer.
The tape does not erase completely.
• The record/playback heads are magnetized.
There is excessive wow or flutter, or the sound
drops out.
• The capstans in the tape deck are dirty. Clean
Noise increases or the high frequencies are
erased.
• The record/playback heads are magnetized.
The tape does not record.
• No cassette is loaded. Load a cassette.
• The tab has been removed from the cassette.
Cover the broken tab with adhesive tape
• The tape has wound to the end.
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Timer
Messages
SET TIMER
You tried to select the timer when the Play Timer or
Rec Timer are not set.
One of the following messages may appear or
flash in the display during operation.
TIME NG
CD
The Play Timer or Rec Timer start and end times are
set to the same time.
NO DISC
There is no disc in the player.
PUSH SELECT
You tried to set the clock or timer during timer
operation.
NO STEP
All of the programed tracks have been erased.
SET CLOCK
You tried to select the timer when the clock is not
set.
CD OVER
You have reached the end of the disc while pressing
M during playback or pause.
STEP FULL
You tried to program 25 or more tracks (steps).
PUSH STOP
You pressed PLAY MODE during playback.
Tuner
COMPLETE
The preset operation ended normally.
NO SERV (DAB only)
There is no supported DAB broadcast in your
country or region.
NO PRESET (DAB only)
There is no stored preset station.
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.
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On the speaker system
This speaker system is not magnetically shielded and
the picture on TV sets may become magnetically
distorted. In such a case, turn off the 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.
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 operation
• If the system is brought directly from a cold to a
warm location, or is placed in a very damp room,
moisture may condense on the lens inside the CD
player. Should this occur, the system will not operate
properly. Remove the disc and leave the system
turned on for about an hour until the moisture
evaporates.
On safety
• The unit is not disconnected from the AC power
source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall
outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.
• Unplug the system from the wall outlet (mains) if it
is not to be used for an extended period of time. To
disconnect the power cord (mains lead), pull it out by
the plug. Never pull the cord itself.
• When you move the system, take out any disc.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your
system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
• 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.
Notes on discs
• Before playing, clean the disc with a cleaning cloth.
Wipe the disc from the center out.
On placement
• Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner,
commercially available cleaners or anti-static spray
intended for vinyl LPs.
• Do not place the system in an inclined position.
• Do not place the system in locations where it is;
– Extremely hot or cold
• Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat
sources such as hot air ducts, nor leave it in a car
parked in direct sunlight.
– Dusty or dirty
– Very humid
– Subject to vibrations
• Do not use discs encircled with a protection ring.
This may cause a malfunction to the system.
• When using discs that have glue or similar tacky
substance on the label side of the disc or that used a
special ink when the label was printed, there is a
chance that the disc or label may become attached to
parts inside this unit. When this occurs, it may not be
possible to remove the disc, and may also cause this
unit to malfunction. Be sure to check that the label
side of the disc is not sticky before using.
The following types of disc should not be used:
– Rental or used discs with attached seals where the
glue extends beyond the seal. The perimeter of the
seal on the disc is tacky.
– Subject to direct sunlight
• Use caution when placing the unit or speakers on
surfaces that have been specially treated (with wax,
oil, polish, etc.) as staining or discoloration of the
surface may result.
On heat buildup
• Although the system heats up during operation, this
is not a malfunction.
• Place the system in a location with adequate
ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the system.
• If you continuously use this system at a high volume,
the cabinet temperature of the top, side and bottom
rises considerably. To avoid burning yourself, do not
touch the cabinet.
– Discs that have labels printed using a special ink
that feels tacky when touched.
• To prevent a malfunction, do not cover the
ventilation hole.
• Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g., heart, square,
star) cannot be played on this unit. Attempting to do
so may damage the unit. Do not use such discs.
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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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.
Specifications
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
Break off the
cassette tab
Main unit
Amplifier section
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):
60 + 60 W
If you later want to reuse the tape for recording, cover
the broken tab with adhesive tape.
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.
Inputs
AUDIO IN:
Sensitivity 250 mV,
impedance 47 kilohms
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.
Outputs
PHONES:
Accepts headphones with
an impedance of 8 ohms or
more
Accepts impedance of 6 to
16 ohms.
SPEAKER:
Cleaning the tape heads
CD player section
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.
Laser Diode Properties
Emission Duration:
Continuous
Laser Output*:
Less than 44.6 µW
* This output is the value measurement at a distance of
200 mm from the objective lens surface on the
Optical Pick-up Block with 7 mm operture.
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.
Frequency response
Wavelength
20 Hz – 20 kHz
780 – 790 nm
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Tape deck section
DAB frequency table
Recording system
Frequency response
4-track 2-channel, stereo
50 – 13,000 Hz ( 3 dB),
using Sony TYPE I
cassettes
Band-III
Frequency
Label
5A
5B
5C
5D
6A
6B
6C
6D
7A
7B
7C
7D
8A
8B
8C
8D
9A
9B
9C
9D
Frequency
Label
Wow and flutter
0.15% W. Peak (IEC)
0.1% W. RMS (NAB)
0.2% W. Peak (DIN)
174.928 MHz
176.640 MHz
178.352 MHz
180.064 MHz
181.936 MHz
183.648 MHz
185.360 MHz
187.072 MHz
188.928 MHz
190.640 MHz
192.352 MHz
194.064 MHz
195.936 MHz
197.648 MHz
199.360 MHz
201.072 MHz
202.928 MHz
204.640 MHz
206.352 MHz
208.064 MHz
209.936 MHz 10A
211.648 MHz 10B
213.360 MHz 10C
215.072 MHz 10D
216.928 MHz 11A
218.640 MHz 11B
220.352 MHz 11C
222.064 MHz 11D
223.936 MHz 12A
225.648 MHz 12B
227.360 MHz 12C
229.072 MHz 12D
230.784 MHz 13A
232.496 MHz 13B
234.208 MHz 13C
235.776 MHz 13D
237.488 MHz 13E
239.200 MHz 13F
Tuner section
DAB tuner section
Frequency range
Band-III:
174.928 (5A) –
239.200 (13F) MHz
1452.960 MHz (L1) –
1490.624 MHz (L23)
(L-Band is not available
for the UK model.)
L-Band:
* For details, see “DAB frequency table” below.
Aerial terminal 75 Ω, F female
FM stereo, FM/AM superheterodyne tuner
FM tuner section
Tuning range
Aerial
Aerial terminals
Intermediate frequency
87.5 – 108.0 MHz
FM lead aerial
75 ohms unbalanced
10.7 MHz
AM tuner section
Tuning range
Note
European model:
531 – 1,602 kHz
(with the tuning interval
set at 9 kHz)
Frequencies are displayed to two places of decimals on
this system.
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)
Aerial
AM loop aerial, external
aerial terminal
Intermediate frequency
450 kHz
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L-Band
General
Power requirements
European model:
Australian model:
Frequency
Label
LA
LB
LC
LD
LE
LF
230 V AC, 50/60 Hz
230 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
1452.960 MHz
1454.672 MHz
1456.384 MHz
1458.096 MHz
1459.808 MHz
1461.520 MHz
1463.232 MHz
1464.944 MHz
1466.656 MHz
1468.368 MHz
1470.080 MHz
1471.792 MHz
1473.504 MHz
1475.216 MHz
1476.928 MHz
1478.640 MHz
1480.352 MHz
1482.064 MHz
1483.776 MHz
1485.488 MHz
1487.200 MHz
1488.912 MHz
1490.624 MHz
Power consumption
85 W
0.25 W (in Power Saving
Mode)
Dimensions (w/h/d)
Approx. 181.5 × 261.5 ×
357.5 mm incl. projecting
parts and controls
LG
LH
LI
Mass
Approx. 5.8 kg
LJ
Supplied accessories
Remote Commander (1)
R6 (size AA) batteries (2)
AM loop aerial (1)
LK
LL
LM
LN
LO
LP
DAB/FM lead aerial (2)
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
LQ
LR
LS
• Standby power consumption: 0.3 W
• Halogenated flame retardants are not
used in the certain printed wiring boards.
• Lead-free solder is used for soldering
certain parts.
LT
LU
LV
LW
• Halogenated flame retardants are not
used in cabinets.
Notes
• L-Band is not available for the UK model.
• Frequencies are displayed to two places of decimals
on this system.
Speaker
SS-CGPX9
Speaker system
Speaker units
Woofer:
Tweeter:
Nominal impedance
Dimensions (w/h/d)
2-way, bass-reflex type
12 cm dia., cone type
4 cm dia., cone type
6 ohms
Approx. 160 × 261.5 ×
233 mm
Mass
Approx. 2.6 kg net per
speaker
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List of button locations and reference pages
Illustration number
How to use this page
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Use this page to find the location of buttons and other
parts of the system that are mentioned in the text.
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Name of button/part Reference page
Main unit
ALPHABETICAL ORDER
BUTTON DESCRIPTIONS
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m/M (CD rewind/fast
m/M (tape rewind/fast
A – O
P – Z
PHONES jack wd
Remote sensor 2
Cassette compartment 4
Display window 3
A PUSH EJECT (tape open/close)
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Remote control
ALPHABETICAL ORDER
BUTTON DESCRIPTIONS
A – O
P – Z
m/M (rewind/fast forward)
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CLOCK/TIMER SELECT 2
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