4-233-942-11 (1)
Micro Hi-Fi
Component
System
Operating Instructions
CMT-C5
© 2001 Sony Corporation
Table of Contents
Parts Identification
MD — Editing
Before you start editing ............................... 26
Labeling an MD
Main unit........................................................ 4
Remote control............................................... 5
— Name Function ................................ 27
Erasing recordings
— Erase Function ................................. 29
Moving recorded tracks
— Move Function ................................. 31
Dividing recorded tracks
— Divide Function ............................... 31
Combining recorded tracks
Getting Started
Hooking up the system .................................. 6
Preparing the remote ...................................... 7
Replacing the battery in the remote ............... 7
Setting the time .............................................. 8
Conserving power in standby mode .............. 8
— Combine Function ........................... 32
Undoing the last edit
— Undo Function ................................. 33
Changing the recording level after recording
— S.F Edit ............................................ 34
CD
Loading the CD.............................................. 9
Playing the CD
— Normal Play/Shuffle Play/
Repeat Play ........................................ 9
Programming the CD tracks
Tuner
— Program Play ................................... 11
Presetting radio stations ............................... 36
Listening to the radio
— Preset Tuning ................................... 37
Labeling the preset stations
Using the CD display ................................... 12
Labeling a CD
— Disc Memo ...................................... 13
— Station Name ................................... 38
Using the Radio Data System (RDS)*......... 38
MD — Play
Loading the MD........................................... 14
Playing the MD
Sound Adjustment
— Normal Play/Shuffle Play/
Repeat Play ...................................... 14
Programing the MD tracks
Reinforcing the bass sound
— DBFB ............................................... 39
Selecting the Preset Equalizer menu............ 39
— Program Play ................................... 16
Using the MD display .................................. 17
Timer
Falling asleep to music
— Sleep Timer...................................... 39
Waking up to music
MD — Recording
Before you start recording ........................... 18
After recording............................................. 18
— Daily Timer...................................... 40
Recording a CD on an MD
Timer recording radio programs .................. 41
— CD-MD Synchro Recording/CD-MD
High-Speed Synchro Recording ...... 19
Recording on an MD manually
Optional Components
Hooking up the optional components .......... 43
— Manual Recording ........................... 20
Recording the current track
Additional Information
— Rec It................................................ 20
Starting recording with 6 seconds of prestored
audio data
— Time Machine Recording ................ 21
Recording tips
Precautions................................................... 45
System limitations of MDs .......................... 47
Troubleshooting ........................................... 48
Self-diagnosis display .................................. 51
Specifications............................................... 54
— Recording for long times/Marking
track numbers/Smart space/Adjusting
the recording level ........................... 22
* European model only
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Parts Identification
The items are arranged in alphabetical order.
Refer to the pages indicated in parentheses () for details.
Main unit
1
2
qa
0
3
4
5
9
8 7
6
CD SYNC HIGH 7 (19, 51)
CD SYNC NORMAL 8 (19)
CD Z 2 (10, 51)
FUNCTION qa (9, 11, 13, 14, 16,
21–37, 44)
MD Z 6 (15, 18, 26)
REC/REC IT 8 (20, 21, 24, 26,
44, 51)
BUTTON DESCRIPTIONS
@/1 (power) 1 (7, 18, 26, 27, 37,
40, 42)
u 3 (9–11, 14–16, 19, 20, 25,
44)
x 4 (10, 11, 15, 16, 19–21, 26,
44)
. > 5 (10, 11, 13, 15, 16,
22–35)
Remote sensor 9
TUNING +/– 5 (36, 37)
VOL +/– q; (40)
m M 5 (10, 15, 30, 32)
4
Remote control
1 2 3 4
5
6
7
wk
wj
8
9
0
qa
wh
wg
wf
wd
ws
wa
qs
qd
qf
qg
w;
qlqkqjqh
CD x qh (10)
CD X ws (10)
MD x qs (15)
MD X wf (15)
MD N wg (14, 16, 19, 20, 25)
MENU/NO q; (13, 14, 22–26,
28–36)
NAME EDIT/SELECT 3 (13,
27, 28, 38)
PLAY MODE qk (9, 11, 14, 16,
26, 34, 35)
PRESET EQ qg (39)
REPEAT qj (10, 15)
SCROLL 5 (12, 14, 17, 28)
SLEEP 1 (39)
TIME 2 (8, 11, 12, 16, 17)
TUNER BAND wa (36, 37)
TUNING MODE qk (36, 37)
TUNING +/– ql (36, 37)
VOL +/– qd (40)
BUTTON DESCRIPTIONS
@/1 (power) 4 (7, 18, 26, 27, 37,
40, 42)
. > qa (10, 11, 13–16, 22–
35, 40–42)
–/+ qa (8, 40, 42)
m M wh (10, 15, 30, 32, 42)
CD N wd (9, 11, 20)
CLEAR 9 (11, 16, 28, 38)
CLOCK/TIMER SELECT 6
(41, 42)
CLOCK/TIMER SET 7 (8, 40,
41)
CURSOR T/t wh (8, 13, 28)
DBFB qf (39)
DISPLAY wk (8, 12, 17, 38)
ENTER/YES 8 (8, 11, 13, 14,
16, 21–36, 38, 40–42)
FM MODE qj (37)
FUNCTION w; (9, 11, 13, 14, 16,
19, 21–37, 44)
Letter/Number buttons wj (10,
13, 15, 16, 27, 28, 37)
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Getting Started
Hooking up the system
Follow steps 1 through 3 of the procedure below to hook up your system using the supplied cords
and accessories.
AM loop antenna
FM antenna
CMT-C5
rear panel
Right speaker
Left speaker
1 Connect the speakers.
Connect the right and left speaker cords to
the SPEAKER terminals as shown below.
Left speaker cord
Jack type A
AM loop
antenna
Extend the FM wire
antenna horizontally
Right speaker cord
2 Connect the FM and AM antennas.
Jack type B
Set the AM loop antenna up before
connecting it.
AM loop
antenna
Extend the FM
wire antenna
horizontally
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3 Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.
CAUTION
If the plug does not fit the wall socket,
attach the supplied plug adaptor (only for
models equipped with an adaptor).
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type
recommended by the manufacturer. Discard
used batteries according to the manufacturer’s
instructions.
To turn on the system, press @/1.
Preparing the remote
Battery life
You can expect the remote to operate for about
6 months (using a Sony CR2025 lithium
battery) before the battery runs down. When
the battery no longer operates the remote,
replace the battery with a new one.
Pull out the insulating sheet to allow
power to flow from the battery.
The remote already contains a battery.
To avoid battery leakage
If you are not going to use the remote for a
long time, remove the battery to avoid damage
caused by corrosion from battery leakage.
Notes on lithium battery
• Keep the lithium battery out of the reach of
children.
Should the battery be swallowed,
immediately consult a doctor.
Replacing the battery in
the remote
1 Slide out and remove the battery case.
• Wipe the battery with a dry cloth to assure a
good contact.
• Be sure to observe the correct polarity when
installing the battery.
• Do not hold the battery with metallic
tweezers, otherwise a short-circuit may
occur.
2 Insert a new lithium battery CR2025
WARNING
with the + side facing up.
Battery may explode if you mistreated.
Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of
in fire.
a lithium battery CR2025
3 Slide the battery case back in.
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Setting the time
Conserving power in
standby mode
1 Turn on the system.
Even if the system is off, the unit consumes
power to power the clock and to stay
responsive to commands from the remote.
Power saving mode was introduced to reduce
the amount of power consumed during standby.
2 Press CLOCK/TIMER SET on the
remote.
If you are setting the clock for the first time,
go to step 5.
3 Press – or + (. or >) on the
remote repeatedly until “CLOCK SET?”
appears in the display.
In this mode, the clock or demonstration is not
displayed.
To change to power saving mode, press
DISPLAY or TIME on the remote
repeatedly while the system is off until
demonstration mode and the clock
disappear from the display.
4 Press ENTER/YES on the remote.
The day indication flashes.
5 Press – or + (. or >) on the
remote repeatedly to set the day, and
then press ENTER/YES or CURSORt
on the remote.
To change the display
Press DISPLAY or TIME on the remote
repeatedly while the system is off.
The hour indication flashes.
6 Press – or + (. or >) on the
remote to set the hour, and then press
ENTER/YES or CURSORt on the
remote.
The display changes as follows:
Clock display* t Demonstration mode t
Power saving mode t Clock display* t …
* After about 8 seconds, the system returns to power
saving mode.
The minute indication flashes.
7 Press – or + (. or >) on the
remote repeatedly to set the minute,
and then press ENTER/YES on the
remote.
Tip
The timer continues to operate during power saving
mode.
If you made a mistake
Press TCURSOR or CURSORt on the
remote until the indication you wish to change
(day, hour, minute) flashes, and then change
the setting.
To reset the time
Start over from step 1.
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CD
Playing the CD
— Normal Play/Shuffle Play/Repeat
Play
Loading the CD
1 Load a CD.
The CD is drawn in automatically.
This system lets you play CDs in different play
modes.
Track number
Playing time
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “CD”
appears in the display.
Load with the label side up.
2 Press PLAY MODE on the remote in
stop mode repeatedly until the mode
you want appears in the display.
Tips
• To reload the CD, first remove the CD, and then
load it again.
To play
Select
• You can load a CD single (8-cm CD) without an
adapter.
The CD in original order.
No display
SHUFFLE
Note
The tracks on the CD in random
order.
Do not load a CD single (8-cm CD) with an adapter.
Doing so may cause the system to malfunction.
The tracks on the CD in any
order that you want (see
“Programing the CD tracks” on
page 11).
PROGRAM
3 Press u (or CD N on the remote).
continued
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Tip
Playing the CD (continued)
You can start playing from the desired track in
Normal Play.
Press . or > repeatedly until the desired track
appears before step 3.
Other operations
Or, press the number buttons on the remote. The play
automatically starts.
To
Do this
Stop play
Pause
Press x.
To enter track number over 10
(on the remote only)
Press u (or CD X on the
remote).
Press again to resume play.
1 Press >10.
Select a track
During play or pause, press
. or > repeatedly
until you find the desired
track.
2 Enter the corresponding digits.
To enter 0, press 10/0 instead.
Example:
Find a point in a track
During play, press and hold
m or M until you find
the desired point.
To enter track number 30, press >10, then 3 and 10/0.
Play repeatedly
(Repeat Play)
Press REPEAT on the
remote repeatedly during
play until “REPEAT” or
“REPEAT 1” appears in the
display.
REPEAT: For all the tracks
on the CD up to 5 times.
REPEAT 1: For only the
currently playing track.
To cancel playing
repeatedly, press REPEAT
repeatedly until “REPEAT”
and “REPEAT 1” disappear
from the display.
Remove the CD
Press CD Z.
10
5 To program additional tracks, repeat
Programing the CD tracks
steps 3 and 4.
6 Press u (or CD N on the remote).
— Program Play
You can make a program of up to 25 tracks on
a CD in any order that you want.
To
Do this
Check the program
order
Press . or >
repeatedly during Program
Play.
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “CD”
appears in the display.
Check the total
Press TIME on the remote in
2 Press PLAY MODE on the remote in
number of programed stop mode. The total number
tracks
of programed steps appears,
and then the last programed
track number and the total
playing time of the program.
stop mode repeatedly until
“PROGRAM” appears in the display.
3 Press . or > repeatedly until the
desired track number appears in the
display.
Cancel Program Play Press x, and then press
PLAY MODE on the remote
repeatedly until
“PROGRAM” and
“SHUFFLE” disappear from
the display.
Selected track
number
Playing time of the
selected track
Add a track to the end Do steps 3 and 4 with
of the program
Program Play stopped.
Erase the last
programed track
Press CLEAR on the remote
in stop mode. Each time you
press the button, the last
4 Press ENTER/YES on the remote.
The track is programed.
“Step” appears, followed by the order
number of the track just programed. Then
the number of the last programed track
appears, followed by the total playing time
of the program. If you have made a mistake,
you can clear the last programed track from
the program by pressing CLEAR on the
remote.
programed track is erased.
Program the desired
track using the
number buttons on
the remote
Press number buttons instead
of performing steps 3 to 5.
For details on using the
number buttons, see page 10.
Tips
• The program you made remains after Program Play
finishes. To play the program again, switch the
function to CD, and then press u (or CD N on
the remote).
• “--.--” appears when the total CD program time
exceeds 100 minutes, or when you select a CD track
whose number is 21 or over.
Last programed Total playing time
track number
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To scroll a long name
Press SCROLL on the remote.
The title appears scrolling in the display.
Using the CD display
Checking the remaining time
Tips
• If you press TIME on the remote in stop mode for a
CD with CD text containing the artist name, the
artist name appears scrolling in the display.
• To label a disc title to a CD, see “Labeling a CD”
on page 13.
Press TIME on the remote repeatedly
during play.
The display changes as follows:
Elapsed playing time on the current track t
Remaining time on the current track*1 t
Remaining time on the current CD*2 t
Elapsed playing time on the current track t…
*1 “--.--” appears when you check the remaining time
of a CD track whose number is 21 or over.
*2 “--.--” appears during Shuffle Play of a CD which
has 21 or more tracks, or during Program Play
when a CD track whose number is 21 or over is
selected.
Checking the total playing
time
Press TIME on the remote in stop mode.
Checking the track title or a
disc title
Press DISPLAY on the remote during play
or in stop mode.
The display changes as follows:
Clock*3 t Preset Equalizer name*3 t
Volume*3 t Playing time of the CD*4 t
Track title or disc title*5 t Clock*3 t …
*3 After 8 seconds, the playing time of the CD
appears.
*4 The display that appears depends on the current
disc status:
If the disc is stopped: The total playing time of the
CD is displayed.
If the disc is playing: The elapsed playing time of
the track, remaining playing time of the track, or
remaining playing time of the CD is displayed.
*5 The track title appears when the disc is playing
(only for CDs with CD text), and the disc title
appears when the disc is stopped. If a CD that has
no title, the track title or disc title is skipped.
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If you have selected numbers
Press the corresponding number button on
the remote.
The number is entered and the cursor shifts
to the right.
Labeling a CD
— Disc Memo
You can label up to 100 CDs with titles of up
to 20 symbols and characters. Whenever you
load a labeled CD, the title appears in the
display.
To enter a blank space
1 Press NAME EDIT/SELECT on the
remote to select upper case or lower
case letters.
Note
When labeling CDs for the first time, be sure
to first press FUNCTION repeatedly until
“CD” appears in the display, and then erase
all disc titles using the procedure “Erasing a
disc title” on page 14.
2 Press 10/0 on the remote.
A blank space is entered and the cursor
shifts to the right.
5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to enter the rest
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “CD”
of the name.
appears in the display.
To change a character
If “SHUFFLE” or “PROGRAM” appears in
the display, press PLAY MODE on the
remote repeatedly until both disappear.
Press TCURSOR or CURSORt on the
remote repeatedly until the character to be
changed flashes, press CLEAR on the
remote to erase the character, then repeat
steps 3 and 4.
2 Press NAME EDIT/SELECT on the
remote.
The cursor starts flashing.
6 Press ENTER/YES on the remote to
3 Press NAME EDIT/SELECT on the
remote repeatedly to select the desired
type of character.
complete the labelling procedure.
To cancel labeling
Press MENU/NO on the remote.
The display changes as follows:
Selected AB* (Upper cases) t Selected
ab* (Lower cases) t Selected 12
(Numbers) t Selected AB* (Upper cases)
t …
continued
* Press number 1 repeatedly to display the
following symbols.
‘ – / , . ( ) : ! ?
In addition, when the symbols above appear in
the display, press . or > repeatedly to
display the following symbols.
& + < > _ = ” ; # $ % @
`
4 Enter a character.
If you have selected uppercase or
lowercase letters
1 Press the corresponding letter button on
the remote repeatedly until the
character to be entered flashes.
Or, press the button once and press .
or > repeatedly.
2 Press CURSORt on the remote.
The flashing character is entered and the
cursor shifts to the right.
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MD — Play
Labeling a CD (continued)
Loading the MD
Checking the disc titles
Load an MD.
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “CD”
With the label side up, and the
shutter on the righthand side
appears in the display.
2 Press MENU/NO on the remote in stop
mode.
3 Press . or > on the remote
repeatedly until “Name Check?”
appears, and then press ENTER/YES on
the remote.
4 Press . or > on the remote
repeatedly to select the disc titles
stored in the system memory between
001 and 100.
With the arrow pointing toward the deck
To check the current disc title
Press SCROLL on the remote in stop mode.
Playing the MD
Erasing a disc title
— Normal Play/Shuffle Play/Repeat
Play
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “CD”
appears in the display.
This system lets you play MDs in different play
modes.
2 Press MENU/NO on the remote in stop
mode.
3 Press . or > on the remote
repeatedly until “Name Erase?”
appears, then press ENTER/YES on the
remote.
Track number Playing time
1Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “MD”
4 Press . or > on the remote
repeatedly to select the disc name to be
erased.
appears in the display.
2Press PLAY MODE on the remote in
stop mode repeatedly until the mode
you want appears in the display.
5 Press ENTER/YES on the remote again.
“Complete!” appears.
Select
To play
To erase all disc titles, press . or > on
the remote repeatedly until “All Erase?”
appears in step 3, and then press ENTER/YES
on the remote twice.
No display
SHUFFLE
The MD in original order.
The tracks on the MD in random
order.
PROGRAM
The tracks on the MD in any
order that you want (see
“Programing the MD tracks” on
page 16).
To cancel erasing
Press MENU/NO on the remote during steps 1
to 4.
3Press u (or MD N on the remote).
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Tip
Other operations
You can start playing from the desired track in
Normal Play.
Press . or > repeatedly until the desired track
appears before step 3.
Or, press the number buttons on the remote. The play
automatically starts.
To
Do this
Stop play
Pause
Press x.
Press u (or MD X on the
remote).
Press again to resume play.
To enter track number over 10
(on the remote only)
Select a track
During play or pause, press
. or > repeatedly
until you find the desired
track.
1 Press >10.
2 Enter the corresponding digits.
To enter 0, press 10/0 instead.
Find a point in a track
During play, press and hold
m or M until you find
the desired point.
Example:
Play repeatedly
(Repeat Play)
Press REPEAT on the
remote repeatedly during
play until “REPEAT” or
“REPEAT 1” appears in the
display.
To enter track number 30, press >10, then 3 and 10/0.
REPEAT: For all the tracks
on the MD up to 5 times.
REPEAT 1: For only the
currently playing track.
To cancel playing
repeatedly, press REPEAT
repeatedly until “REPEAT”
and “REPEAT 1” disappear
from the display.
Remove the MD
Press MD Z.
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5To program additional tracks, repeat
Programing the MD tracks
steps 3 and 4.
6Press u (or MD N on the remote).
— Program Play
To
Do this
You can make a program of up to 25 tracks on
an MD in any order that you want.
Check the program
order
Press . or >
repeatedly during Program
Play.
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “MD”
appears in the display.
Check the total
Press TIME on the remote in
number of programed stop mode. The total number
2 Press PLAY MODE on the remote in
tracks
of programed steps appears,
and then the last programed
track number and the total
playing time of the program.
stop mode repeatedly until
“PROGRAM” appears in the display.
3 Press . or > repeatedly until the
desired track number appears in the
display.
Cancel Program Play Press x, and then press
PLAY MODE on the remote
repeatedly until
“PROGRAM” and
“SHUFFLE” disappear from
the display.
Selected track
number
Playing time of the
selected track
Add a track to the end Do steps 3 and 4 with
of the program
Program Play stopped.
Erase the last
programed track
Press CLEAR on the remote
in stop mode. Each time you
press the button, the last
4 Press ENTER/YES on the remote.
The track is programed.
“Step” appears, followed by the order
number of the track just programed. Then
the number of the last programed track
appears, followed by the total playing time
of the program. If you have made a mistake,
you can clear the last programed track from
the program by pressing CLEAR on the
remote.
programed track is erased.
Program the desired
track using the
number buttons on
the remote
Press number buttons instead
of performing steps 3 to 5.
For details on using number
buttons, see page 15.
Tips
• The program you made remains after Program Play
finishes. To play the same program again, switch
the function to MD, and press u (or MD N on
the remote).
• “---.--” appears when the total MD program time
exceeds 1000 minutes.
Last programed Total playing time
track number
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Checking the track title or a
disc title
Using the MD display
Press DISPLAY on the remote during play
or in stop mode.
Checking the remaining time
The display changes as follows:
Press TIME on the remote repeatedly
during play.
Clock*2 t Preset Equalizer name*2 t
Volume*2 t Playing time of the MD*3 t
Track title or disc title*4 t Clock*2 t…
The display changes as follows:
Elapsed playing time on the current track t
Remaining time on the current track t
Remaining time on the current MD t Elapsed
playing time on the current track t…
*2 After 8 seconds, the playing time of the MD
appears.
*3 The display that appears depends on the current
disc status:
If the disc is stopped: The total playing time of the
MD or remaining time on the current MD is
displayed.
If the disc is playing: The elapsed playing time of
the track, remaining playing time of the track, or
remaining playing time of the MD is displayed.
*4 The track title appears when the disc is playing,
and the disc title appears when the disc is stopped.
If an MD that has no title, the track title or disc
title is skipped.
Checking the total playing
time
Press TIME on the remote repeatedly in
stop mode.
The display changes as follows:
Total number of tracks and total playing time
t Remaining recordable time on the MD*1 t
Total number of tracks and total playing time
t…
To scroll a long name
Press SCROLL on the remote.
*1 In the case of a recordable MD only. The
remaining recordable time on the MD varies
according to the recording mode.
The title appears scrolling in the display.
Tip
To label a disc title or track titles to an MD, see
“Labeling an MD” on page 27.
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MD — Recording
When you use a partially recorded
MD
Recording starts after the recorded tracks.
Before you start recording
MDs (Mini Disc) let you digitally record and
play music with high quality sound. Another
feature of MDs is track marking. The track
marking feature lets you quickly locate a
specific point or easily edit the recorded tracks.
However, depending on the source you record,
the recording method and the way the track
numbers are recorded differ.
Note on MD track numbers
On an MD, the track numbers (track sequence), track
start and end point information, etc., are recorded in
the TOC*2 area independent of the sound information.
You can edit recorded tracks quickly by modifying
the TOC information.
*2 TOC: Table Of Contents
After recording
When the source you record from is:
•This system’s CD player
Press MD Z to remove the MD or press
?/1 (power) to turn off the system.
“TOC” starts flashing. The TOC is updated and
recording is completed.
– The MD deck performs digital recording.*1
– Track numbers are automatically marked as
on the original CD. However, track numbers
may not be marked for some tracks (see page
47).
Before pulling out the power cord
MD recording is completed when the MD
Table of Contents (TOC) is updated. The TOC
is updated when you eject the MD or press ?/1
to turn off the system. Do not pull out the
power cord before updating the TOC (while
“TOC” is lit) or while updating the TOC (while
“TOC” is flashing) to ensure a complete
recording.
•Other digital components
connected to the DIGITAL OPTICAL
IN jack
– The MD deck performs digital recording.*1
– Track numbers are marked differently
depending on the source you record.
•This system’s tuner and other
components connected to the TAPE
IN jack
Protecting a recorded MD
To protect a recorded MD, slide the tab on the
side of the MD to open the slot. In this position,
the MD cannot be recorded. To record on the
MD, slide the tab to close the slot.
– The MD deck performs analog recording.
– A track number is marked at the beginning
of a recording, but when you turn on the
Level-Synchro Recording function (see page
23), track numbers are automatically marked
in sync with the level of the input signal.
Tab
*1 For details on the limitations of digital recording,
see page 47.
Slide the tab
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To stop recording
Press x.
Recording a CD on an MD
Tips
— CD-MD Synchro Recording/CD-MD
High-Speed Synchro Recording
• You can record only your favorite CD tracks with
CD Program Play. After step 3, follow the same
procedures as from step 2 to 5 in CD Program Play
(see page 11). Then go to step 4.
• You can switch the recording mode before step 3
and record for long times. For details, see
In addition to normal-speed recording, you can
make a digital recording of a CD on an MD at
twice the speed of normal CD-MD Synchro
Recording.
“Recording for long times” on page 22.
• If you want to record only a portion of a CD track
to an MD, you must first record the entire CD track
(using CD-MD Synchro Recording or Rec It). Then
use the A-B Erase function to erase the unwanted
portions on the MD (see page 30).
1 Load a recordable MD.
2 Load a CD.
3 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “CD”
appears in the display.
Notes
• The following items are either inoperative or cannot
be used during CD-MD Synchro Recording and
CD-MD High-Speed Synchro Recording:
— The Auto Cut function (see page 25)
— The recording level specified in the Setup menu
— Recorded signal monitoring (CD-MD High-
Speed Synchro Recording only).
• You cannot pause recording during CD-MD
Synchro Recording and CD-MD High-Speed
Synchro Recording.
• If you don’t perform step 5 within about 1 minute
after step 4, the system returns to the original
condition.
• The sound does not come from the TAPE OUT jack
during CD-MD High-Speed Synchro Recording.
4 Press CD SYNC NORMAL.
To record at high speed (CD-MD High-
Speed Synchro Recording), press CD
SYNC HIGH.
“NORMAL SPEED” and “NORM” (or
“HIGH SPEED” and “HIGH” for high-
speed recording) appears. The MD deck
stands by for recording and the CD player
pauses for play.
5 Press u (or MD N on the remote).
Recording starts. You cannot monitor the
recorded signal during high-speed
recording.
If “Retry” flashes in the display after
you press u (or MD N on the
remote) in step 5
A reading failure has occurred, and the system
is trying to read the data again.
• If the retry was successful, the MD deck
continues with CD-MD High-Speed Synchro
Recording.
• If the condition of the loaded CD or the
system is poor, and retry fails, CD-MD
High-Speed Synchro Recording is disabled.
In this case, “NORM” flashes in the display
and the MD deck automatically starts
recording in normal CD-MD Synchro
Recording. Note that monitoring of the
recorded signal is not possible when this
occurs.
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Recording on an MD
manually
Recording the current
track
— Manual Recording
— Rec It
With manual recording, you can record a radio
program.
You can record a track quickly while listening
to a CD.
Manual recording cannot be done from the CD
unit to the MD unit within the system.
1Load a recordable MD.
2Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “CD”
1 Load a recordable MD.
appears in the display.
2 Tune in to the desired station (see
3Press u (or CD N on the remote).
“Listening to the radio” on page 37).
CD play starts.
3 Press REC/REC IT.
4Press REC/REC IT while listening to a
The MD deck stands by for recording.
track you want to record.
Play returns to the start of the track and
recording starts. The MD deck stops
automatically at the end of the track.
4 Press u (or MD N on the remote).
To stop recording
Press x.
To stop recording
Press x.
Note
The following items are either inoperative or cannot
be used during Rec It:
—The Track Mark function
—The Auto Cut function
—The recording level specified in the Setup menu
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To stop Time Machine Recording
Press x.
Starting recording with 6
seconds of prestored
audio data
Note
The MD deck starts storing audio data when the deck
stands by for recording in step 3 and you start playing
the source. If less than 6 seconds have passed when
you press ENTER/YES on the remote, Time Machine
Recording starts with less than 6 seconds of audio
data.
— Time Machine Recording
When recording from an FM or satellite
broadcast, the first few seconds of material are
often lost due to the time it takes you to
ascertain the contents and press the record
button. To prevent the loss of this material, the
Time Machine Recording feature constantly
stores the most recent audio data in a buffer
memory. This lets you record the sound from 6
seconds before starting recording, as shown in
the illustration below:
When you press
ENTER/YES on the
remote in step 5
End of the
source to be
recorded
Time
6 seconds
Recorded
portion
Beginning of the source to be recorded
1 Load a recordable MD.
2 Press FUNCTION repeatedly to select
the desired source to record.
3 Press REC/REC IT.
The MD deck stands by for recording.
4 Start playing the desired source to
record.
5 Press ENTER/YES on the remote at the
desired point to start recording.
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6Press . or > repeatedly to select
the recording mode you want, and then
press ENTER/YES on the remote.
Recording tips
— Recording for long times/Marking
track numbers/Smart space/
The display changes as follows:
STEREO REC t LP2 REC t LP4 REC
t MONO (Monaural) REC t STEREO
REC t …
Adjusting the recording level
7Press MENU/NO on the remote.
Recording for long times
To continue and record, follow the
procedures described on the various
recording pages.
In addition to normal stereo recording, this
system has two long time modes: LP2 and LP4.
When recording in LP2 mode, you can record 2
times the normal recordable time, and in LP4
mode, you can record 4 times the normal
recordable time. In addition, the recordable
time for monaural recording is approximately
double the stereo recording time.
Tip
The selected recording mode is kept even after
recording has finished, so be sure to check the
recording mode before recording.
Notes
• Tracks recorded in MDLP (LP2 or LP4) Stereo
mode cannot be played back on a system that does
not support MDLP mode.
• During recording or recording pause, you cannot
change the recording mode.
LP4 Stereo mode (4× long time recording
mode) achieves a long stereo recording time by
use of a special compression system. When
placing emphasis on sound quality, Stereo
recording or LP2 Stereo recording (2× long
time recording mode) is recommended.
• Even if you select “MONO REC”, the monitor
signal during recording does not become monaural.
Note
MDs recorded in MDLP (LP2 or LP4) mode cannot
be played back on a system that does not support
MDLP mode. In addition, you cannot perform S.F
Edit, etc., for MDs recorded in MDLP mode.
1 Load a recordable MD.
2 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “MD”
appears in the display.
3 Press MENU/NO on the remote.
4 Press . or > repeatedly until
“Setup?” appears in the display, and
then press ENTER/YES on the remote.
5 Press . or > repeatedly until
“STEREO REC,” “MONO REC,” “LP2
REC,” or “LP4 REC” appears, and then
press ENTER/YES on the remote.
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To add “LP:” at the beginning of a
track name during MDLP recording
“LP:” appears when you try to play the track on
a system that does not support MDLP mode.
This convenient function lets you know at a
glance that the track cannot be played back.
The factory setting is “On”.
Marking track numbers
• Automatically during recording
Track numbers are automatically marked as on
the original source during recording from this
system’s CD player or components connected
to the DIGITAL OPTICAL IN jack. However,
track numbers may not be marked for some
tracks (see page 47). Use the Level Synchro
Recording function to automatically mark track
numbers during recording from this system’s
tuner or components connected to the TAPE IN
jack.
1 Press FUNCTION on the remote
repeatedly until “MD” appears in the
display.
2 Press MENU/NO on the remote.
3 Press . or > repeatedly until
“Setup?” appears in the display, and then
press ENTER/YES on the remote.
• At any point during recording
You can mark track numbers during manual
recording of any source (see page 24).
4 Press . or > repeatedly until “LP
Stamp On” (or “LP Stamp Off”) appears,
and then press ENTER/YES on the remote.
• After recording
Use the Divide Function (see page 31).
5 Press . or > to select the setting, and
then press ENTER/YES on the remote.
Marking track numbers
automatically during recording
— Level-Synchro Recording
To
Select
Add “LP”
LP Stamp On (factory
setting)
The Level-Synchro Recording function is
factory set to on, so the track numbers are
automatically marked. If “LEVEL-SYNC”
does not appear during recording, turn on the
Level-Synchro Recording as follows. Track
numbers are automatically marked when the
input signal is continuously below a certain
level for more than 2 seconds and then exceeds
that level.
Cancel adding “LP”
LP Stamp Off
6 Press MENU/NO on the remote.
Notes
• The recorded “LP:” is a stamp which appears to
indicate that the track cannot be played back when
you try to play the track on system that does not
support MDLP mode. It does not appear for systems
that support MDLP mode.
• When set to “On”, “LP:” is recorded as the track
name, so the number of characters that can be input
to an MD is reduced. In addition if you divide an
“LP:” track using the Divide function, “LP:” is also
added to the latter track.
continued
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Recording tips (continued)
To change the trigger level for
automatic track marking
Do the procedure below to change the signal
level that triggers automatic track marking.
(The factory setting is –50 dB.)
Note
You cannot mark track numbers automatically if the
sound source to be recorded is noisy (e.g., tapes or
radio programs).
1 Press MENU/NO on the remote during
recording pause to display “Setup?”, and
then press ENTER/YES on the remote.
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “MD”
appears in the display.
2 Press MENU/NO on the remote.
2 Press . or > repeatedly until “LS(T)”
appears, and then press ENTER/YES on
the remote.
3 Press . or > repeatedly until
“Setup?” appears in the display, and then
press ENTER/YES on the remote.
3 Press . or > repeatedly to select the
level, and then press ENTER/YES on the
remote.
4 Press . or > repeatedly until “T.Mark
Off” (or “T.Mark LSync”) appears, and then
press ENTER/YES on the remote.
You can set the level at any value between
–72 dB and 0 dB, in 2 dB steps.
5 Press . or > repeatedly to select the
setting, and then press ENTER/YES on the
remote.
4 Press MENU/NO on the remote.
To cancel automatic track marking
To
Turn on the Level Synchro T.Mark LSync
Recording function (factory setting)
Select
Press . or > repeatedly until “T.Mark
Off” appears in step 5 of the left column, and
then press ENTER/YES on the remote.
Turn off the Level Synchro T.Mark Off
Recording function
“LEVEL-SYNC” disappears. When “LEVEL-
SYNC” is off, a track number is marked only at
the beginning of each recording.
When you set the Level Synchro Recording
function, “LEVEL-SYNC” lights up.
Marking track numbers at a specific
point during recording
— Track Mark
You can mark track numbers at any time when
recording to an MD from the tuner or from an
optional component connected to the TAPE IN
or DIGITAL OPTICAL IN jack, regardless of
the type of sound source.
6 Press MENU/NO on the remote.
To continue and record, follow the
procedures described on the various
recording pages.
Press REC/REC IT during recording at the
point you want to add a track mark.
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1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “MD”
Making a space between
tracks 3 seconds long
— Smart Space
appears in the display.
2 Press MENU/NO on the remote.
3 Press . or > repeatedly until
“Setup?” appears in the display, and
then press ENTER/YES on the remote.
Smart Space: Lets you make the blank
spaces between tracks 3 seconds long
automatically while recording. If the Smart
Space function is on and there is no sound
input for about 3 seconds or more (but less than
30 seconds) while recording, the MD deck
replaces this silence with a blank of about 3
seconds and continues recording.
4 Press . or > repeatedly until
“S.Space Off” (or “S.Space On”)
appears, and then press ENTER/YES on
the remote.
5 Press . or > repeatedly to select
the setting, and then press ENTER/YES
on the remote.
No sound input for less than 30 seconds
Off
To
Select
Turn on the Smart
Space function
S.Space On (factory
setting)
Turn off the Smart
Space function
S.Space Off
On
Replaced with a blank of about 3 seconds
and recording continues
6 Press MENU/NO on the remote.
To continue and record, follow the
procedures described on the various
recording pages.
Auto Cut: When the Smart Space function is
on, if there is no sound input for 30 seconds or
more, the MD deck replaces this silence with a
blank of about 3 seconds and enters recording
pause.
Tip
To restart the recording when “Auto Cut” appears in
the display, press u (or MD N on the remote).
continued
No sound input for 30 seconds or more
Off
On
Replaced with a blank of about 3 seconds
and recording pauses
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MD — Editing
Recording tips (continued)
Before you start editing
Adjusting the recording level
You can adjust the recording level when
recording to an MD from the tuner or from an
optional component connected to the TAPE IN
or DIGITAL OPTICAL IN jack.
Before editing
You can edit an MD only when:
• The MD is recordable.
• The MD play mode is normal play.
Check the following, before editing.
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly to select
the desired source to record.
2 Press REC/REC IT to stand by for
1Check the tab of the MD to be edited.
recording.
If the MD is record protected, “C11” and
“Protected” appear alternately and the MD
cannot be edited.
3 Press MENU/NO on the remote to
display “Setup?”, and then press
ENTER/YES on the remote.
Slide the tab to close the slot.
4 Press . or > repeatedly until
“LevelAdjust?” appears, and then
press ENTER/YES on the remote.
2Press PLAY MODE on the remote in
stop mode repeatedly until both
“PROGRAM” and “SHUFFLE”
disappear.
5 Press . or > to adjust the
You can edit the MD only in normal play
mode. You cannot edit the MD in Shuffle or
Program Play.
recording level.
While monitoring the sound, adjust to the
optimum level while making sure that
“OVER” does not appear in the display at
the loudest portion.
To cancel the last edit (page 33)
Use Undo Function to cancel the last edit and
restore the contents of the MD to the condition
before the edit.
6 Press ENTER/YES on the remote.
7 Press MENU/NO on the remote.
8 Press x.
To quit while editing
Press MENU/NO on the remote.
To continue and record, follow the
procedures described on the various
recording pages.
After editing
Press MD Z to remove the MD or press ?/1
(power) to turn off the system.
Tips
• You can also adjust the recording level during
recording.
• Once adjusted, the recording level is maintained
until you adjust it again.
“TOC” starts flashing. The TOC is updated and
editing is completed.
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Before pulling out the power cord
After recording
MD editing is completed when the MD Table
of Contents (TOC) is updated. The TOC is
updated when you eject the MD or press ?/1
to turn off the system. Do not pull out the
power cord before updating the TOC (while
“TOC” is lit) or while updating the TOC (while
“TOC” is flashing) to ensure a complete
editing.
Use Name Function on this page. You can
input a total of approximately 1700 characters
for the disc title and track titles on a single MD.
1 Press FUNCTION on the remote
repeatedly until “MD” appears in the
display.
To label a track, press . or >
repeatedly until the desired track number
appears.
2 Press NAME EDIT/SELECT on the
Labeling an MD
remote.
The cursor starts flashing.
— Name Function
3 Press NAME EDIT/SELECT on the
remote repeatedly to select the desired
type of character.
You can create titles for your recorded MDs
and tracks as follows.
The display changes as follows:
During recording
Selected AB* (Upper cases) t Selected
ab* (Lower cases) t Selected 12
(Numbers) t Selected AB* (Upper cases)
t …
* Press number 1 repeatedly to display the
following symbols.
If “CD TEXT” lights up or flashes during
recording, you can record the CD TEXT
information onto the MD as follows:
• Automatically during recording
When “CD TEXT” is lit, the CD TEXT
information is automatically recorded.
‘ – / , . ( ) : ! ?
• Manually during recording
In addition, when the symbols above appear in
the display, press . or > repeatedly to
display the following symbols.
When “CD TEXT” flashes, press NAME
EDIT/SELECT on the remote, and then
press ENTER/YES on the remote to record
the title of the current track.
& + < > _ = ” ; # $ % @
`
continued
Note
Depending on the disc, the CD TEXT information
may not be recorded automatically.
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Labeling an MD (continued)
Checking the titles
To check the disc titles, press SCROLL on the
remote in stop mode. To check the track title,
press SCROLL on the remote during play. The
title appears scrolling in the display. To stop
scrolling, press SCROLL on the remote. Press
the button again to resume scrolling.
4 Enter a character.
If you have selected uppercase or
lowercase letters
1 Press the corresponding letter button on
the remote repeatedly until the
character to be entered flashes.
Erasing the titles
Or, press the button once and press .
or > repeatedly.
1Press FUNCTION on the remote
repeatedly until “MD” appears in the
display.
2 Press CURSORt on the remote.
The flashing character is entered and the
cursor shifts to the right.
2Press MENU/NO on the remote in stop
mode.
If you have selected numbers
3Press . or > repeatedly until “Nm
Erase?” appears, and then press
ENTER/YES on the remote.
Press the corresponding number button on
the remote.
The number is entered and the cursor shifts
to the right.
4Press . or > repeatedly until the
track number of the track title you want
to erase appears (or “Disc” when you
want to erase the disc title). Then press
ENTER/YES on the remote.
To enter a blank space
1 Press NAME EDIT/SELECT on the
remote to select upper case or lower
case letters.
2 Press 10/0 on the remote.
A blank space is entered and the cursor
shifts to the right.
5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to enter the rest
of the name.
To change a character
Press TCURSOR or CURSORt on the
remote repeatedly until the character to be
changed flashes, press CLEAR on the
remote to erase the character, then repeat
steps 3 and 4.
6 Press ENTER/YES on the remote to
complete the labeling procedure.
The titles you labeled appear sequentially,
and then the original display appears.
Note
You can label a track title during play. The play
repeats until you finish labeling.
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4 Press . or > repeatedly until the
Erasing recordings
desired track number appears.
5 Press ENTER/YES on the remote.
— Erase Function
“Complete!” appears.
The MD deck lets you erase unwanted tracks
quickly and easily.
Note
“Erase???” appears when the track was recorded or
edited on another deck and then protected. To erase
the track, press ENTER/YES on the remote while
“Erase???” appears.
The three options for erasing recordings are:
• Erasing a single track (Track Erase Function)
• Erasing all tracks (All Erase Function)
Erasing all tracks
— All Erase Function
• Erasing a portion of a track (A-B Erase
Function)
You can erase the disc title, all recorded tracks
and their titles at once.
Erasing a single track
— Track Erase Function
1 Press FUNCTION on the remote
repeatedly until “MD” appears in the
display.
You can erase a track simply by selecting its
track number. When you erase a track, the total
number of tracks on the MD decreases by one
and all the tracks following the erased one are
renumbered.
2 Press MENU/NO on the remote to
display “Edit Menu”.
3 Press . or > repeatedly until “All
Erase?” appears, and then press
ENTER/YES on the remote.
Example: Erasing track 2.
Erase track 2
Track
number
Original
tracks
1
1
2
3
4
“All Erase??” appears.
A
A
B
C
D
4 Press ENTER/YES on the remote again.
“Complete!” appears.
2
3
continued
After
ERASE
C
D
1 Press FUNCTION on the remote
repeatedly until “MD” appears in the
display.
2 Press MENU/NO on the remote to
display “Edit Menu”.
3 Press . or > repeatedly until “Tr
Erase?” appears, and then press
ENTER/YES on the remote.
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5While monitoring the sound, press .
or > repeatedly to find the starting
point of the portion to be erased (point
A).
Erasing recordings (continued)
Erasing a portion of a track
— A-B Erase Function
You can shift the starting point by 1/86
second (1 frame) intervals*.
You can specify a portion within a track and
erase the portion with ease. You can shift the
desired portion by frame*, minute or second
intervals.
To shift the point by second or minute
intervals, press m or M so that second
or minute flashes, then press . or >.
* You can shift the starting point by 2-frame
intervals (in Monaural mode and LP2 Stereo
mode) or by 4-frame intervals (in LP4 Stereo
mode).
* 1 frame is 1/86 second.
Example: Erasing a portion of track 2.
Point A Point B
Track
6Repeat step 5 until point A is played
correctly.
number
Original
tracks
1
2
3
7Press ENTER/YES on the remote if
A
B-A
B-B
B-C
point A is correct.
“Point B set” appears and play for setting
the ending point of the portion to be erased
(point B) starts.
1
2
3
After
A-B
ERASE
A
B(A+C)
C
8Continue play until the deck reaches
point B, then press ENTER/YES on the
remote.
1 Press FUNCTION on the remote
repeatedly until “MD” appears in the
display.
“A-B Ers” and “Point B ok?” appear
alternately and the deck repeats a portion of
the few seconds before point A and after
point B successively.
2 Press MENU/NO on the remote to
display “Edit Menu.”
3 Press . or > repeatedly until “A-B
Erase?” appears, and then press
ENTER/YES on the remote.
9Press . or > repeatedly to find
point B.
4 Press . or > repeatedly to select
the track you want to erase a portion of
it, and then press ENTER/YES on the
remote.
The procedure is the same as step 5.
10Press ENTER/YES on the remote if
point B is correct.
“Complete!” appears.
“—Rehearsal—” and “Point A ok?” appear
alternately while the deck plays a portion of
the few seconds before point A.
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Moving recorded tracks
Dividing recorded tracks
— Move Function
— Divide Function
You can use this function to change the order
of any track on the disc. When you move
tracks, the tracks are automatically
renumbered.
You can use this function to mark track
numbers after recording. The total number of
tracks increases by one and all the tracks
following the divided ones are renumbered.
Example: Moving track 3 to position 2.
Example: Dividing track 2 into two tracks.
Track
Track
number
Original
tracks
number
Original
tracks
1
1
2
2
3
4
4
1
1
2
2
3
A
A
B
B
C
D
A
A
B
C
D
D
Divide track 2 into
track B and C
3
3
4
After
MOVE
After
DIVIDE
C
B
C
D
1 Press FUNCTION on the remote
1 Press FUNCTION on the remote
repeatedly until “MD” appears in the
repeatedly until “MD” appears in the
display.
display.
2 Press MENU/NO on the remote to
2 Press MENU/NO on the remote to
display “Edit Menu.”
display “Edit Menu.”
3 Press . or > repeatedly until
“Move?” appears, and then press
ENTER/YES on the remote.
3 Press . or > repeatedly until
“Divide?” appears, and then press
ENTER/YES on the remote.
4 Press . or > repeatedly until the
desired track number to move appears,
and then press ENTER/YES on the
remote.
4 Press . or > repeatedly until the
track number of the track you want to
divide appears. Then, while listening to
rehearsal play, press ENTER/YES on
the remote at the point where you want
to divide the track.
5 Press . or > repeatedly until the
new track position appears.
“—Rehearsal—” appears and the portion to
be divided is played repeatedly.
continued
Original track
number
New track position
6 Press ENTER/YES on the remote.
“Complete!” appears.
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Dividing recorded tracks (continued)
Combining recorded
tracks
5 While monitoring the sound, press .
or > repeatedly to adjust the point to
be divided.
— Combine Function
You can shift the point by 1/86 second
(1 frame) intervals*.
You can use this function to combine 2 tracks
into a single track. The total number of tracks
decreases by one and all tracks following the
combined ones are renumbered.
To shift the point by second or minute
intervals, press m or M so that second
or minute flashes, then press . or >.
* You can shift the starting point by 2-frame
intervals (in Monaural mode and LP2 Stereo
mode) or by 4-frame intervals (in LP4 Stereo
mode).
You can also use this function to erase
unnecessary track numbers.
Example: Combining track 3 to track 1.
Track
6 Press ENTER/YES on the remote.
number
Original
tracks
1
1
2
3
4
“Complete!” appears.
A
B
C
C
B
D
Note
If you divide a labeled track (see page 27) into two
tracks, only the first track retains the track title.
2
3
After
COMBINE
A
D
Example:
1
2
3
4
Example: Combining track 1 to track 4.
Andante Adagio
Allegro
4
1
2
3
4
5
4
Original
tracks
B
C
D
D
A
1
2
3
5
Andante Adagio Allegro
1
2
3
After
COMBINE
B
C
A
The new track is not labeled
1Press FUNCTION on the remote
repeatedly until “MD” appears in the
display.
2Press MENU/NO on the remote to
display “Edit Menu.”
3Press . or > repeatedly until
“Combine?” appears, and then press
ENTER/YES on the remote.
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4 Press . or > repeatedly until the
first track number of the two to be
combined appears, and then press
ENTER/YES on the remote.
Undoing the last edit
— Undo Function
For example, to combine track 1 to 4, select
4.
You can use this function to cancel the last edit
and restore the contents of the MD to the
condition before the edit.
5 Press . or > repeatedly until the
second track number of the two to be
combined appears.
Note, however, that you cannot undo an edit if
you do any of the following after the edit:
• Do another edit.
• Start recording.
• Update the TOC by turning off the system or
ejecting the MD.
Second track number New track number
to be combined
• Disconnect the power cord.
6 Press ENTER/YES on the remote.
You cannot undo the S.F Edit Function even if
you use the Undo Function.
“Complete!” appears.
Notes
1 Press FUNCTION on the remote
repeatedly until “MD” appears in the
display.
• Tracks recorded in different recording modes
(stereo, LP2, LP4 or MONO) cannot be combined.
• If both of the combined tracks have track titles, the
title of the second track is erased.
2 Press MENU/NO on the remote in stop
mode to display “Edit Menu.”
3 Press . or > repeatedly until
“Undo?” appears in the display.
“Undo?” does not appear, when there is no
editing function that can be canceled.
4 Press ENTER/YES on the remote.
A message appears, depending on the last
edit.
5 Press ENTER/YES on the remote again.
“Complete!” appears.
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6Press . or > repeatedly to select
the track number you want to change
the recording level of, and then press
ENTER/YES on the remote.
Changing the recording
level after recording
“Level 0dB” appears.
— S.F Edit
7While monitoring the sound, press .
or > repeatedly to change the
recording level.
You can change the volume of the recorded
tracks using S.F (Scale Factor) Edit. The
original track is recorded over at the new
recording level. When changing the recording
level, you can select Fade-in Recording to
gradually increase the signal level at the start of
recording, or Fade-out Recording to gradually
decrease the signal level at the end of the
recording.
The recording level can be adjusted from
–12 dB to +12 dB in 2 dB increments.
Adjust the recording level so as not to light
up “OVER” at the strongest sound.
8Press ENTER/YES on the remote.
“S.F Edit OK?” appears.
You cannot change the recording level of the
track recorded in MDLP mode.
9Press ENTER/YES on the remote.
“S.F Edit: **%” appears while the track is
being recorded. An amount of time that is
roughly equal to or longer than the playing
time of the track is required when recording
over the track. When the recording finishes,
“Complete!” appears for a few seconds.
Changing the overall
recording level of a track
1 Press FUNCTION on the remote
repeatedly until “MD” appears in the
display.
To cancel the operation
Press MENU/NO on the remote during step 4
through 8. If you press ENTER/YES on the
remote in step 9 and start recording, you cannot
interrupt the operation.
2 Press PLAY MODE on the remote
repeatedly until both “PROGRAM” and
“SHUFFLE” disappear.
3 Press MENU/NO on the remote to
display “Edit Menu.”
4 Press . or > repeatedly until “S.F
Edit?” appears in the display, and then
press ENTER/YES on the remote.
5 Press . or > repeatedly until “Tr
Level?” appears in the display, and
then press ENTER/YES on the remote.
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To cancel the operation
Fade-in and Fade-out
Recording
Press MENU/NO on the remote during step 4
through 8. After recording starts in step 9, you
cannot interrupt the operation.
1 Press FUNCTION on the remote
repeatedly until “MD” appears in the
display.
Notes
• Do not disconnect the power cord or move the
system while recording is in progress. This may
damage the recording data, preventing recording
from being performed properly.
• Do not use an MD that is damaged or dirty, this
may prevent data from being recorded properly.
• Repeatedly changing the recording level results in
poor sound quality.
2 Press PLAY MODE on the remote
repeatedly until both “PROGRAM” and
“SHUFFLE” disappear.
3 Press MENU/NO on the remote to
display “Edit Menu.”
4 Press . or > repeatedly until “S.F
Edit?” appears in the display, and then
press ENTER/YES on the remote.
• The recording level will not return to the exact
original level once the recording level has been
changed even if it is returned to the original level.
• While the timer is activated, you cannot change the
recording level.
5 Press . or > repeatedly until
“Fade In?” or “Fade Out?” appears in
the display, and then press ENTER/YES
on the remote.
• You cannot undo the S.F Edit Function even if you
use the Undo Function.
6 Press . or > repeatedly to select
the track number you want to Fade-in
or Fade-out, and then press ENTER/
YES on the remote.
“Time 5.0s” appears.
7 While monitoring the sound, press .
or > repeatedly to change the Fade-
in, or Fade-out recording time.
The system plays the portion that will be
recorded over using the Fade-in or Fade-out
Recording. You can set the time at any
value between 1.0 second and 15.0 seconds
in 0.1-second increments. You cannot set
the time longer than the track.
8 Press ENTER/YES on the remote.
“S.F Edit OK?” appears.
9 Press ENTER/YES on the remote.
“S.F Edit: **%” appears while the track is
being recorded. When the recording
finishes, “Complete!” appears for a few
seconds.
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Tuner
To cancel presetting
Press MENU/NO on the remote during step 5
through 6.
Presetting radio stations
The system can store a total of 30 preset
stations (20 for FM and 10 for AM).
To tune in a weak station
In step 2, press TUNING MODE on the remote
repeatedly until “MANUAL” appears in the
display, then press TUNING + or – repeatedly
to tune in the station.
1 Press FUNCTION (or TUNER BAND on
the remote) repeatedly to select FM or
AM.
To change the preset number
Start over from step 1.
2 Press TUNING MODE on the remote
repeatedly until “AUTO” appears in the
display.
To change the AM tuning interval
(not applicable on the European
model)
The AM tuning interval is factory-preset to 9 kHz (or
10 kHz for some areas). To switch the AM tuning
interval, tune in any AM station first, then turn off the
system. Pressing and holding down FUNCTION, turn
the system back on. When you change the interval, all
the AM preset stations are erased. To change back to
the original interval, repeat the same procedure.
3 Press TUNING + or –.
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
program only) appear.
4 Press MENU/NO on the remote.
5 Press TUNING + or – repeatedly until
“Memory?” appears, and then press
ENTER/YES on the remote.
Tip
The preset stations are saved in the system’s memory
for about a day even if you disconnect the power cord
or a power failure occurs.
A preset number appears in the display.
Perform steps 6 and 7 while the preset
number is flashing.
6 Press TUNING + or – repeatedly to
select the desired preset number.
7 Press ENTER/YES on the remote.
“Complete!” appears, and then the station is
stored.
8 Repeat steps 1 through 7 to preset
other stations.
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To tune in a non-preset radio station
Listening to the radio
— Preset Tuning
• In step 2, press TUNING MODE on the
remote repeatedly until “MANUAL” appears
in the display, and then press TUNING + or
– repeatedly to tune in the desired station
(Manual Tuning).
Presetting radio stations in the system’s
memory in advance make it easy to tune in
those stations later (see “Presetting radio
stations” on page 36).
• In step 2, press TUNING MODE on the
remote repeatedly until “AUTO” appears in
the display, and then press TUNING + or
–. The frequency indication changes and the
scanning stops when the system tunes in a
station (Automatic Tuning).
1 Press FUNCTION (or TUNER BAND on
the remote) repeatedly to select FM or
AM.
2 Press TUNING MODE on the remote
repeatedly until “PRESET” appears in
the display.
To cancel Automatic Tuning
Press TUNING MODE on the remote.
3 Press TUNING + or – repeatedly to
select the desired station .
The preset number and the frequency (or
statio name*1 or RDS station name*2)
appear.
Tips
• If there is static during an FM broadcast, press FM
MODE on the remote repeatedly until “MONO”
appears in the display. The broadcast will no longer
be in stereo, but the reception will improve.
• To improve the reception, adjust the supplied
antennas or connect an external antenna.
*1 The station name appears only if you have
labeled the station (see page 38).
*2 European model only
To turn off the radio
Press ?/1.
To enter preset number over 10
(on the remote only)
1 Press >10.
2 Enter the corresponding digits.
To enter 0, press 10/0 instead.
Example:
To enter preset number 20, press >10, then 2 and
10/0.
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Labeling the preset
stations
Using the Radio Data
System (RDS)
(European model only)
— Station Name
What is the Radio Data System?
You can label each preset station with up to 10
characters (Station Name).
Radio Data System (RDS)*1 is a broadcasting
service that allows radio stations to send
additional information along with the regular
program signal.
1 Tune the desired station you want to
label (see page 37).
2 Follow the same procedures as from
step 2 to 6 on “Labeling a CD” (see
page 13).
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.
*1 Not all FM stations provide RDS service, nor do
they all provide the same type 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.
Checking the station name
Press DISPLAY on the remote repeatedly.
The display changes as follows:
Station name*1 t Frequency*2 t Clock*2 t
Preset Equalizer name*2 t Volume*2 t
Station name*1 t ...
Receiving RDS broadcasts
*1 The station name is skipped if the station is
Simply select a station from the FM band.
unlabeled.
When you tune in a station that provides RDS
services, the station name appears in the
display.
*2 After appearing for 8 seconds, the display will
revert back to the station name (or to the frequency
if the station is unlabeled).
To check the RDS information
Each time you press DISPLAY on the remote,
the display changes as follows:
Station name*2 t Frequency t Clock t
Preset Equalizer name t Volume t Station
name*2 t …
To erase the station name
1 Tune the station.
2 Press NAME EDIT/SELECT on the remote.
3 Press CLEAR on the remote repeatedly to
erase the name.
*2 If the RDS broadcast is not properly received, the
station name may not appear in the display.
4 Press ENTER/YES on the remote.
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Sound Adjustment
Timer
Reinforcing the bass
sound
Falling asleep to music
— Sleep Timer
— DBFB
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.
Press DBFB* on the remote.
“DBFB” appears in the display.
Press again to cancel DBFB.
* DBFB: Dynamic Bass Feedback
Press SLEEP on the remote repeatedly.
The sleep time changes as follows:
Tip
AUTO* t 90min t 80min t 70min t …
DBFB is factory set to on.
t 10min t SLEEP OFF t AUTO* t …
* The system turns off after the current CD or MD
finishes playing (up to 4 hours). The system also
turns off when you manually stop the CD or MD.
Selecting the Preset
Equalizer menu
To
Press
Check the remaining
sleep time
SLEEP on the remote once.
The Preset Equalizer enables you to select the
sound characteristic among 5 sound effects
according to the type of music you are listening
to.
Change the sleep time
SLEEP on the remote
repeatedly until the time
you want appears.
Cancel the Sleep
Timer Function
SLEEP on the remote
repeatedly until “SLEEP
OFF” appears.
Press PRESET EQ on the remote
repeatedly.
The display changes as follows:
Note
ROCK t POP t JAZZ t CLASSIC t
Do not set to “AUTO” during Synchro Recording on
an MD.
DANCE t FLAT t ROCK t …
To cancel the Preset Equalizer
Press PRESET EQ on the remote repeatedly
until “FLAT” appears.
Tips
• The Preset Equalizer menu is factory set to
“ROCK.”
• The Preset Equalizer effect is not recorded on an
MD or tape.
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7Press . or > on the remote
repeatedly until the music source you
want appears.
Waking up to music
— Daily Timer
The display changes as follows:
t TUNER y MD PLAY T
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 “Setting the time” on page 8).
t CD PLAY T
8Press ENTER/YES on the remote.
The starting time, the stopping time, the
music source, and the volume appear in
turn, then the original display returns.
1 Prepare the music source you want to
listen to when the system turns on.
9Press @/1 to turn off the system.
• CD: Load a CD. To start playing from a
specific track, make a program (see
“Programing the CD tracks” on page 11).
• MD: Load an MD. To start from a
specific track, make a program (see
“Programing the MD tracks” on page 16).
• Radio: Tune in the preset radio station
that you want (see “Listening to the radio”
on page 37).
2 Press VOL + or – to adjust the volume.
3 Press CLOCK/TIMER SET on the
remote.
4 Press . or > on the remote
repeatedly until “DAILY SET?” appears,
and then press ENTER/YES on the
remote.
The hour indication flashes.
5 Set the starting time.
Press – or + (. or >) on the remote
repeatedly to set the hour, and then press
ENTER/YES on the remote.
The minute indication begins flashing next.
Press – or + (. or >) on the remote
repeatedly to set the minute, and then press
ENTER/YES on the remote.
The hour indication flashes again.
6 Set the stopping time by repeating step
5.
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To
Do this
Timer recording radio
programs
Check the settings/ Press CLOCK/TIMER
activate the timer
SELECT on the remote and
press . or > on the
remote repeatedly until
“DAILY SELECT?” appears in
the display, and then press
ENTER/YES on the remote.
Before recording with the timer, make sure that
you have set the system clock correctly (see
“Setting the time” on page 8) and preset the
radio station (see “Presetting radio stations” on
page 36).
Change the setting Start over from step 1.
Turn off the timer
Press CLOCK/TIMER
SELECT on the remote and
press . or > on the
remote repeatedly until
“TIMER OFF?” appears in the
display, and then press
1 Tune in the desired preset radio station
(see “Listening to the radio” on page
37).
2 Press CLOCK/TIMER SET on the
ENTER/YES on the remote.
remote.
Notes
3 Press . or > on the remote
repeatedly until “REC SET?” appears in
the display, and then press ENTER/YES
on the remote.
• The system will turn on 30 seconds before the
specified starting time. Do not operate the system
from the time the system turns on until the daily
timer starts. Otherwise the timer will not be
activated correctly.
• You cannot use the optional components connected
to TAPE IN jack or DIGITAL OPTICAL IN jack as
the sound source for Daily Timer.
4 Press . or > on the remote
repeatedly to select one of “REC 1” to
“REC 3”, and then press ENTER/YES
on the remote.
5 Press . or > on the remote
repeatedly until “ONCE?”, “DAILY?” or
“WEEKLY?” appears.
If you select “ONCE?”, the recording timer
activates only once. If you select
“DAILY?”, the timer activates at the same
time every day. If you select “WEEKLY?”,
the timer activates at the same time on the
set day of every week.
6 Press ENTER/YES on the remote.
If you select “ONCE?” or “WEEKLY?”,
the day indication starts flashing. If you
select “DAILY?”, the hour indication starts
flashing.
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Timer recording radio programs
(continued)
To
Do this
Check the settings
Select the timer number (REC
1 to 3) in step 2 of “Activate/
Cancel the timer”, then press
ENTER/YES on the remote.
The last setting appears.
7 Press – or + (. or >) on the
remote repeatedly to select the desired
day.
If you select “DAILY?” in step 5, proceed
to step 9.
Activate/Cancel
the timer
1 Press CLOCK/TIMER
SELECT on the remote, then
press . or > on the
remote repeatedly until “REC
SELECT?” appears and press
ENTER/YES on the remote.
2 Press m or M on the
remote repeatedly to select
the timer number (REC 1 to
3), then press . or > on
the remote repeatedly to
select the timer number (set)
or “–” (cancel) and press
ENTER/YES on the remote.
If you have not set the
8 Press ENTER/YES on the remote.
The hour indication flashes.
9 Set the starting time.
Press – or + (. or >) on the remote
repeatedly to set the hour, and then press
ENTER/YES on the remote.
The minute indication begins flashing next.
Press – or + (. or >) on the remote
repeatedly to set the minute, and then press
ENTER/YES on the remote.
recording timer, “.” appears
instead of the timer number
or “–”.
The day indication or the hour indication
flashes again.
10Set the stopping time by repeating step
Change the setting Start over from step 1.
7 to 9.
11Select the recording mode (e.g., LP2)
by pressing . or > on the remote,
and then press ENTER/YES on the
remote.
The timer recording settings appear, then
the original display returns.
12Load a recordable MD.
13Press @/1 to turn off the system.
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Optional Components
Tip
When you record from the radio, the station name
(see page 38, or frequency when the station is not
labeled), the start time and the stop time are
automatically recorded on the MD.
Hooking up the optional
components
Notes
You can connect a variety of components to
your system in order to enhance it. You can
also connect a personal computer to the PC
LINK connector and operate the system from
the personal computer.
• The system will turn on 30 seconds before the
specified starting time. Do not operate the system
from the time the system turns on until the
recording starts. Otherwise the timer will not be
activated correctly.
• When you record on a brand-new MD, the first 15
seconds are not recorded.
• The volume is reduced to minimum during
recording.
To the headphones
To the digital optical
To the audio input
output jack of a digital
of a tape deck*1
component*2
To the audio output of
PC LINK
a tape deck*1
*1 Use an audio cord (stereo miniplug y phono
plugs) (not supplied) or a plug adapter (stereo
miniplug y phono jacks) (not supplied).
*2 Use a digital optical connecting cable (square
connector) (not supplied).
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Tips
Hooking up the optional components
(continued)
• You can adjust the recording level after pressing
REC/REC IT (see page 26).
• You can record from a connected component with
the Smart Space function, Auto Cut function (see
page 25), and Time Machine recording function
(see page 21) operating.
• Thanks to the built-in sampling rate converter, you
can make a digital-to-digital recording to an MD
from a connected digital component with a
sampling frequency of 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, or
48 kHz.
To
Do This
Listen to the
connected digital
component
Press FUNCTION repeatedly
until “OPTICAL IN” appears
in the display.
Record from a
connected digital
component to an MD in the display.
Load a recordable MD, and
Press FUNCTION repeatedly
until “OPTICAL IN” appears
then start playing the digital
component.
Note
Be sure to insert the plugs firmly, pushing them in all
the way. No sound will be produced if the plugs are
not inserted securely.
Press REC/REC IT to place
the unit into recording
standby, and then press u at
the point where you want to
start recording.
To stop recording, press x.
Record from a
connected digital
While listening to the digital
component, start recording on
component to a tape the tape deck.
deck.
Listen to the
Press FUNCTION repeatedly
connected tape deck until “TAPE” appears in the
display.
Record from the tape Press FUNCTION repeatedly
deck to an MD
until “TAPE” appears in the
display.
Load a recordable MD, and
then start playing the tape on
the tape deck.
Press REC/REC IT to place
the unit into recording
standby, and then press u at
the point where you want to
start recording.
To stop recording, press x.
Operate the system
from a personal
computer
Connect the personal
computer to the PC LINK
connector using a Sony PC
connection kit (option) that
supports this system.
Listen with
headphones.
Connect headphones
(optional) to the PHONES
jack.
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Additional Information
On heat buildup
• Although the unit heats up during operation, this is
not a malfunction.
• To prevent heat build-up in the system, place the
system in a location with adequate ventilation and
refrain from placing anything on the top of the
cabinet.
If you continuously use this system at a large volume,
the cabinet temperature of the top, side and bottom
rises considerably. To avoid burning yourself, do not
touch the cabinet.
Precautions
The nameplate is located on the bottom exterior.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type
recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used
batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
To prevent a malfunction, do not cover the ventilation
hole for the cooling fan.
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 place
to a warm place, or is placed in a very damp room,
moisture may condense on the lens inside the CD
player or the MD deck. Should this occur, the
system will not operate properly. Remove the CD or
MD 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
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.
• When moving the unit, remove any disc that may be
in the system.
• 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.
If you have any questions or problems concerning
your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
On the speaker system
Although this speaker system is magnetically
shielded, there may be cases where the picture on
some TV sets becomes 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.
On placement
• Do not place the system in an inclined position.
• Do not place the system in locations where it is:
— Extremely hot or cold
If there seems to be no improvement, locate
the speaker system further away from the TV set.
Also, be sure not to place objects in which magnets
are attached or used near the speaker system, such as
audio racks, TV stands, and toys. These may cause
magnetic distortion to the picture due to their
interaction with the system.
— Dusty or dirty
— Very humid
— Subject to vibrations
— Subject to direct sunlight
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Precautions (continued)
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.
Notes on MDs
• If you try to force the shutter open, the disc may be
damaged. If the shutter opens, close it immediately
without touching the disc inside.
• Do not use solvents.
• Do not expose the CDs to direct sunlight or heat
sources.
• Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g., heart, square,
star) cannot be played on this system. Attempting to
do so may damage the system. Do not use such
discs.
• Affix the label supplied with the disc only to the
specified label indentation. Do not affix the label
around the shutter or in other locations. Note that
the shape of the indentation depends on the disc.
Note on CD-R/CD-RW play
Label
position
Discs recorded on CD-R/CD-RW drives may not be
played back because of scratches, dirt, recording
condition or the drive’s characteristics. Besides, the
discs, which are not yet finalized at the end of
recording, cannot be played back.
Shutter
• Wipe the disc cartridge with a dry cloth to remove
dirt.
• Do not expose the MD to direct sunlight or heat
sources such as hot air ducts, nor leave it in a car
parked in direct sunlight.
• With the following kinds of CDs, you may
experience a reading failure or noise when recorded
on an MD:
Notes on speakers
• Although the rear side of the speakers heats up
during operation, this is not a malfunction.
If you continuously use this system at a large volume,
the temperature of the rear side of the speakers rises
considerably. To avoid burning yourself, do not touch
the rear side of the speakers.
—CDs with adhesive labels attached to them.
—Irregularly shaped CDs (for example, heart- or
star- shaped).
—CDs with printed text concentrated on one side
only.
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.
—Old CDs.
—Scratched CDs.
—Dirty CDs.
—Warped CDs.
• If the following occurs during CD play or
recording, a reading error may occur or noise may
be produced in the recorded results:
—The system is bumped.
—The system is placed on an uneven or soft
surface.
—The system is located near a speaker, door, or
other source of vibration.
• If a reading error occurs, an extra track with no
sound may be created. This extra track can be
erased by using the editing function (see page 29).
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The total recorded time and the
remaining time on the MD do not add
up to the maximum recording time
Recording is done in minimum units of 2 seconds*
each, no matter how short the material. The recorded
contents may be shorter than the maximum recording
capacity. Disc space may also be reduced by
scratches.
System limitations of MDs
The recording system in your MD deck has the
limitations described below.
Note, however, that these limitations are due to the
inherent nature of the MD recording system itself, not
to mechanical causes.
“Disc Full!” appears before the MD
has reached the maximum recording
time
When 255 tracks have been recorded on the MD,
“Disc Full!” appears regardless of the total recorded
time. More than 255 tracks cannot be recorded on the
MD. To continue recording, erase unnecessary tracks
or use another recordable MD.
* During stereo recording. (approximately 4 seconds
during monaural and LP2 stereo recording, or 8
seconds during LP4 stereo recording)
The sound may drop-out while
searching the edited tracks
Tracks created through editing may exhibit sound
dropout during searching because high-speed play
requires time to search for the position on the disc
when the tracks are not in order.
“Disc Full!” appears before the
maximum number of tracks (255) is
reached
Fluctuations in emphasis within tracks are sometimes
interpreted as track intervals, increasing the track
count and causing “Disc Full!” to appear.
Track numbers cannot be marked
When “LEVEL-SYNC” (page 23) lights up in the
display window during analog recording, the track
numbers may not be marked at the beginning of the
track:
• if the input signal is below a certain fixed level for
less than 2 seconds between tracks.
The remaining recording time does
not increase even after erasing
numerous short tracks
Tracks shorter than 12 seconds* are not counted, so
erasing them may not increase the recording time.
* During stereo recording. (approximately 24 seconds
during monaural and LP2 stereo recording, or 48
seconds during LP4 stereo recording)
• if the input signal is below a certain fixed level for
more than 2 seconds in the middle of the track.
• if you record a track that is 4 seconds or less*.
* During Stereo, Monaural or LP2 Stereo recording
mode. (In LP4 Stereo recording mode: 8 seconds
or less)
Extra tracks are created
When there is a long silence between CD tracks, an
extra track may be created.
Some tracks cannot be combined
with others
Tracks may not be combined if they have been edited.
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System limitations of MDs
(continued)
Troubleshooting
If you have any problem using this system, use
the following checklist.
Guide to the Serial Copy
Management System
Digital audio components, such as CDs, MDs, and
DATs let you copy music easily with high quality by
processing music as a digital signal.
To protect the copyrighted music programs, this
system uses the Serial Copy Management System that
allows you to make only a single copy of a digitally
recorded source through digital-to-digital
connections.
First, check that the power cord is connected
firmly and that the speakers are connected
correctly and firmly.
Should any problem persist, consult your
nearest Sony dealer. When bringing the system
in for servicing, be sure to bring the speaker
system (SA-C5B/C5S) along with the main unit
(HCD-C5).
You can make only a first generation copy*
through a digital-to-digital connection.
That is:
General
1 You can make a copy of a commercially
available digital sound program (for example,
a CD or MD), but you cannot make a second
copy from the first-generation copy.
There is no sound.
• Adjust the volume.
2 You can make a copy of a digital signal from a
digitally recorded analog sound program (for
example, an analog record or a music
cassette tape) or from a digital satellite
broadcast program, but you cannot make a
second copy.
* A first-generation copy means a digital recording of
a digital signal made on digital audio equipment.
For example, if you record from this system’s CD
player to the MD deck, you make a first-generation
copy.
• Make sure the headphones are not connected.
• Check the speaker connections (see page 6).
• There is no sound output during CD-MD High-
Speed Synchro Recording.
Sound comes from one channel, or unbalanced
left and right volume.
• Connect the speaker cords properly (see page 6).
• Place the speakers as symmetrically as possible.
• Connect the supplied speakers.
There is severe hum or noise.
• Move the system away from the source of noise.
• Connect the system to a different wall outlet.
• Install a noise filter (commercially available) to
the power line.
“– –:– –” appears in the display.
• Set the clock again (see page 8).
The timer cannot be set.
• Set the clock again (see page 8).
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The timer does not function.
The sound skips.
• Press CLOCK/TIMER SELECT on the remote
and light up “cDAILY” or “cREC” in the
display (see pages 41 and 42).
• Wipe the CD clean (see page 46).
• Replace the CD.
• Try moving the system to a place without
vibration (e.g., on top of a stable stand).
• Check the set contents and set the correct time
(see page 8 or 40 to 43).
• Try moving the speakers away from the system,
or placing them on separate stands.
• Cancel the Sleep Timer function (see page 39).
• You cannot activate Daily Timer and recording
timer at the same time.
• After you have set the timer, make sure to press
`/1 to turn off the system.
When you listen to a track with bass sounds at
high volume, the speaker vibration may cause the
sound to skip.
Play does not start from the first track.
• The system is on about 30 seconds before the
preset time.
• Press PLAY MODE on the remote repeatedly
until “PROGRAM” or “SHUFFLE” disappears
to return to normal play.
The remote does not function.
• Remove the obstacle.
“—OVER—” appears.
• Move the remote closer to the system.
• Point the remote at the system’s sensor.
• Replace the CR2025 battery.
• Press and hold m or press . to return to the
desired playing position.
• Locate the system away from the fluorescent
light.
MD Deck
An MD cannot be loaded.
CD Player
• Load the MD with the arrow side up and the
arrow pointing toward the deck.
The CD does not eject.
The controls do not work.
• Press and hold CD Z.
• Replace the MD with a new one.
• Retry the operations after “TOC” turns off.
• Consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Play does not start.
• Load a CD.
• Wipe the CD clean (see page 46).
• Replace the CD.
Play does not start.
• Replace the MD.
• Insert the MD and leave the system turned on for
a few hours until the moisture evaporates.
• The CD is loaded with the label side down. Load
the CD correctly.
• Press NX to start play.
• Remove the CD and wipe away the moisture on
the CD, then leave the system turned on for a
few hours until the moisture evaporates.
continued
• Press NX to start play.
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Troubleshooting (continued)
Tuner
There is severe hum or noise (“TUNED” or
“STEREO” flashes).
The sound skips.
• Set the proper band and frequency (see page 36).
• Connect the antenna properly (see page 6).
• Replace the MD.
• Try moving the system to a place without
vibration (e.g., on top of a stable stand).
• Find a place and an orientation that provide good
reception, then set up the antenna again.
• 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.
If you cannot obtain good reception, we
recommend you connect a commercially
available external antenna.
• The supplied antenna receives signals along its
entire length, so make sure you extend it fully.
• Load the disc and wait for 10 to 20 minutes with
the system turned on.
• Locate the antennas as far away from the speaker
cords as possible.
• Consult your nearest Sony dealer if the supplied
AM antenna wire has come off the plastic stand.
Play does not start from the first track.
• Press PLAY MODE on the remote repeatedly
until “PROGRAM” or “SHUFFLE” disappears
to return to normal play.
• Try turning off surrounding electrical equipment.
A stereo FM program cannot be received in
stereo.
“—OVER—” appears.
• Press and hold m or press . to return to the
desired playing position.
• Press FM MODE on the remote until “MONO”
disappears from the display.
“OVER” lights up during recording.
• See “There is severe hum or noise (“TUNED” or
“STEREO” flashes)”, and check the antenna
condition.
• Set the volume of the connected component
lower.
Recording or editing was done, but the TOC is
not updated.
Cyclical static noise is heard while recording on
an MD.
• MD recording and editing contents are recorded
to the MD when the MD is removed, so make
sure you remove the MD after recording or
editing (see pages 18 and 26).
• Adjust the antenna orientation and position until
the noise stops.
Recording is not possible.
• Remove the MD and slide the tab to close the
slot (see page 18).
• Connect the optional A/V component properly
(see page 43).
• Switch to another sound source.
• Replace the MD with a recordable MD, or use
Erase Function to erase unnecessary tracks (see
page 29).
The sound from an MD you recorded is too low
(or too high).
• Readjust the recording level (see page 26 or 34).
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Optional components
Self-diagnosis display
There is no sound.
This system has a Self-diagnosis display
function to let you know if there is a system
malfunction. The display shows a code made
up of 3 or 5 letters and a message alternately to
show you the problem. To solve the problem
refer to the following list. If any problem
persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
• Refer to General item “There is no sound” on
page 48 and check the condition of the system.
• Connect the component properly (see page 43)
while checking:
– if the cords are connected properly.
– if the cord plugs are firmly inserted all the way.
• Turn on the connected component.
• Refer to the operating instructions included with
the connected component and start playing.
The sound is distorted.
• Set the volume of the connected component
lower.
The sound from the component connected to the
DIGITAL OPTICAL IN jack is not heard.
• Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “OPTICAL
IN” appears.
C11/Protected
The MD is protected against erasure.
cRemove the MD and slide the tab to close the
slot (see page 18).
If the system still does not operate
properly after performing the above
measures, reset the system as
follows:
C12/Cannot Copy
You tried to record a CD or MD with a format that
the system does not support, such as a CD-ROM.
cRemove the disc and turn off the system once,
then turn it on again.
With the system turned on, press REC/REC
IT, CDZ, and CD SYNC HIGH at the same
time.
C13/REC Error
Recording could not be performed properly.
“COLD RESET” appears in the display and the
system turns off. All system parameters are
reset to their factory settings. Afterwards, be
sure to do the followings procedures again:
presetting the radio stations, setting the clock
and the timer, and labeling the CD.
cMove the system to a stable place, and start
recording over from the beginning.
The MD is dirty or scratched, or the MD does not
meet the standards.
cReplace the MD and start recording over from
the beginning.
C13/Read Error
The MD deck cannot read the disc information
properly.
cRemove the MD once, then load it again.
continued
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Self-diagnosis display (continued)
E0101/LASER NG
There is a problem with the optical pickup.
cThe optical pickup may have failed. Consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
C14/Toc Error
The MD deck cannot read the disc information
properly.
cReplace the MD.
Messages
cErase all the recorded contents of the MD using
All Erase Function (see page 29).
One of the following messages may appear or
flash in the display during operations.
C41/Cannot Copy
The sound source is a copy of a commercially
available music software, or you tried to record a
CD-R (Recordable CD).
MD
Auto Cut
cThe Serial Copy Management System prevents
making a digital copy (see page 48). You cannot
record a CD-R.
The MD deck is pausing the recording because
silence continued for 30 seconds or more during
recording.
C71/Check OPT-IN
Blank Disc
This appears momentarily because of the signal of
the digital broadcast during recording.
The inserted recordable MD is new, or all tracks on
the MD have been erased.
cThere is no affect on the recorded contents.
No component is connected to the DIGITAL
OPTICAL IN jack, or a digital component is not
connected properly.
Cannot Edit
• A pre-mastered MD is in the deck.
• You tried to edit in Program or Shuffle Play
mode.
cConnect a digital component to the DIGITAL
OPTICAL IN jack properly using a digital
connecting cable (not supplied, see page 43).
• You tried to change the recording level of a track
recorded in LP2 or LP4 mode.
The connected digital component is not turned on.
Cannot REC
cSee the operating instructions supplied with the
connected component and confirm whether the
component is turned on.
• A pre-mastered MD is in the deck.
• The function is switched to MD.
Complete!
The digital connecting cable connected to the
DIGITAL OPTICAL IN jack is pulled out, or the
connected digital component is turned off during
digital recording.
The editing operation of MDs is completed.
Disc Full!
There is no time remaining on the MD.
cConnect the cable, or turn on the digital
component.
Eject
The MD deck is ejecting the MD.
E0001/MEMORY NG
There is an error in the internal data that the system
needs in order to operate.
Impossible
• You tried to make an impossible editing
operation.
cConsult your nearest Sony dealer.
• You cannot combine or erase the tracks due to
the system limitations of MDs.
• “Impossible” appears, when you specify the
division point at the beginning or end of a track.
Press . or > to shift the position.
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Incomplete!
S.F Edit NOW
Adjustment of the recording level after recording
or Fade-in and Fade-out procedures have failed
since the unit was either subject to vibration or
there is a damaged or dirty disc in the tray. Place
the unit in a stable place to minimize shock and
vibration. Do not use damaged or dirty discs.
You pressed `/1 during S.F Edit (adjusting the
recording level after recording, Fade-in and Fade-
out). If you turn off the power before S.F Edit is
finished, the editing will not be properly
overwritten. Turn the power off after editing is
complete.
If you want to turn off the power during editing,
press `/1 again while the message is displayed.
Initialize (flashing)
The Setup Menu settings have been lost.
Smart Space
Or the contents recorded by the timer have
disappeared over time and are not available for
saving to disc, or Program Play could not be
activated since the program has disappeared over
time.
The signal was input again after silence continued
for 3 or more but less than 30 seconds during
digital recording.
Step Full!
(The message flashes for about 4 seconds when
you turn on the deck by pressing ?/1.)
You try to program 26 or more tracks (steps).
Text Protect
Name Full
There is CD TEXT information which cannot be
recorded on the MD.
There is no more space to store track or disc titles.
No Change
TOC Reading
When changing the recording level after recording,
the recording level did not change since you
pressed ENTER/YES on the remote without
making the adjustment.
The MD deck is reading the TOC information of
the MD.
TOC Writing
The MD deck is writing the information of
recorded or edited contents.
No Disc
There is no disc in the MD deck.
Track End
— OVER —
You have reached the end of the track while
adjusting the dividing point during the Divide
Function.
You have reached the end of the MD while
pressing and holding M during playing pause.
Push STOP!
You pressed PLAY MODE on the remote during
play.
continued
—Rehearsal—
The MD is playing the specified dividing point for
confirmation during the A-B Erase function or the
Divide function.
S.F Edit!
You attempted to perform other operations during
S.F Edit (adjusting the recording level after
recording, Fade-in and Fade-out). You cannot
perform other operations during S.F Edit.
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Self-diagnosis display (continued)
Specifications
CD
Main unit (HCD-C5)
Check and CD Position appear alternately
The disc could not be read properly.
Amplifier section
Complete!
European model:
DIN power output (rated): 15 + 15 W
CD editing (Disc Memo) finished normally.
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN)
Continuous RMS power output (reference):
20 + 20 W
Eject
The CD player is ejecting the CD.
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10%
THD)
File Full
Music power output (reference):
There are already 100 disc titles stored in the
system.
45 + 45 W
Australian model:
The following measured at 230 V AC, 60 Hz
DIN power output (rated): 15 + 15 W
Initialize
The system is being initialized. You cannot load a
CD during this time. Wait until “Initialize”
disappears from the display.
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN)
Continuous RMS power output (reference):
20 + 20 W
No Disc
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10%
THD)
There is no disc in the CD player.
Other models:
The following measured at 220 V AC, 60 Hz
DIN power output (rated): 15 + 15 W
—OVER—
You have reached the end of the CD while
pressing and holding M during playing pause.
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN)
Continuous RMS power output (reference):
20 + 20 W
Push STOP!
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10%
THD)
Inputs
TAPE IN (stereo minijack):
You pressed PLAY MODE on the remote during
play.
Sensitivity 250 mV,
impedance 47 kilohms
DIGITAL OPTICAL IN (Supported sampling
frequencies: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz and 48 kHz)
Outputs
TAPE OUT (stereo minijack):
Sensitivity 250 mV,
impedance 1 kilohmes
PHONES (stereo minijack):
Accepts headphones with
an impedance of 8 ohms
or more
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CD player section
General
System
Compact disc and digital
audio system
Power requirements
European model:
Australian model:
Other models:
230 V AC, 50/60 Hz
230 V AC, 50/60 Hz
220 V AC , 50/60 Hz
Laser
Semiconductor laser
(λ = 780 nm)
Emission
duration: continuous
2 Hz – 20 kHz
Power consumption
European model:
Frequency response
See the nameplate
0.5 W (at the power
saving mode)
MD deck section
System
Other models:
See the nameplate
MiniDisc digital audio
system
Dimensions (w/h/d)
Approx. 145 × 125 ×
273 mm incl. projecting
parts and controls
Laser
Semiconductor laser
(λ=780 nm)
Emission duration:
continuous
Mass
Approx. 4.5 kg
Sampling frequency
Frequency response
44.1 kHz
5 Hz – 20 kHz
Supplied accessories
Remote commander (1)
AM loop antenna (1)
FM wire antenna (1)
Tuner section
FM stereo, FM/AM superheterodyne tuner
Optional accessories
PCLK-MN10A Sony PC
connection kit
FM tuner section
The optional accessories
for this system are subject
to change without notice.
For details, consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
Tuning range
87.5 – 108.0 MHz
(50-kHz step)
FM wire antenna
75 ohm unbalanced
10.7 MHz
Antenna
Antenna terminals
Intermediate frequency
AM tuner section
Tuning range
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
European 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)
AM loop antenna, external
antenna terminal
450 kHz
Antenna
Intermediate frequency
Speakers (SA-C5B/C5S)
Speaker system
Two-way, bass reflex
system
Speaker units
9 cm dia., cone type
woofer
2.5 cm dia., balance drive
tweeter
6 ohms
Rated impedance
Dimensions (w/h/d)
Approx. 149 × 248 ×
220 mm
Mass
Approx. 1.9 kg net per
speaker
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