2-591-383-12(1) Micro HI-FI Component System Operating Instructions CMT-GPZ7 CMT-GPZ6 ©2005 Sony Corporation
How to use this manual WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To prevent fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with news papers, table-cloths, curtains, etc. And don’t place lighted candles on the apparatus. To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus. Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
Table of Contents How to use this manual........................... 2 Create your own ATRAC CDs ............... 4 Which discs can you play on this system?.................................. 5 About ATRAC CDs and MP3 CDs ........ 7 Getting Started Hooking up the system............................ 9 Setting the clock.................................... 11 CD – Play Loading a disc ....................................... 12 Playing a disc ........................................
Create your own ATRAC CDs In addition to the usual audio CDs, you can play an original CD, called “ATRAC CD,” that you create with the supplied software, SonicStage. Using SonicStage, about 30 audio CDs* can be recorded on one CD-R or CD-RW. The following is a quick overview of how you listen to music on your ATRAC CD. Install SonicStage on your computer. SonicStage is software that takes music downloaded from audio CDs on your computer and creates original CDs.
Which discs can you play on this system? Audio CDs: CD-DA format CDs CD-DA (Compact Disc Digital Audio) is a recording standard used for audio CDs. ATRAC CDs: CD-R/CD-RW on which audio data compressed in the ATRAC3plus format has been recorded by using SonicStage* ATRAC3plus (Adaptive Transform Acoustic Coding3plus) is audio compression technology that satisfies the demand for high sound quality and high compression rates. ATRAC3plus can compress audio files to about 1/20 of their original size at 64 kbps.
2) List of playable discs Format of discs Disc logo Audio CDs CD-R/CD-RW (audio data, ATRAC3plus files, MP3 files) Discs that this system cannot play • CD-ROMs • CD-Rs/CD-RWs other than those recorded in the following formats: – music CD format – ATRAC3plus format and MP3 format that conform to ISO96601) Level 1/Level 2, Joliet or Multi Session2) • Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g., heart, square, star) cannot be played on this unit. Attempting to do so may damage the unit. Do not use such discs.
Music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies This product is designed to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. Recently, various music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies are marketed by some record companies. Please be aware that among those discs, there are some that do not conform to the CD standard and may not be playable by this product.
The usable number of groups and files ATRAC CDs: • Maximum number of groups: 255 • Maximum number of files: 999 MP3 CDs: • Maximum number of groups: 256 • Maximum number of files: 511 (The maximum number of MP3 files and groups that can be contained on a single disc is 512.) Notes • The system may be unable to play MP3 files that do not have the “.MP3” extension. • Attempting to play non-MP3 files that have the “.MP3” extension may result in noise or malfunction.
Getting Started Perform the following procedures 1 to 4 to hook up your system using the supplied cords and accessories. Right speaker Left speaker 1 Getting Started Hooking up the system 3 4 2 AM loop aerial FM lead aerial 1 Connect the speakers. 2 Connect the FM and AM aerials. Connect the right and left speaker cords to the SPEAKER terminals as shown below. Set up the AM loop aerial, then connect it.
4 Connect the mains lead to mains. Plug type B AM loop aerial Extend the FM lead aerial horizontally Plug type C AM loop aerial North American models: Connect using the white side Other models: Connect using the brown side Extend the FM lead aerial horizontally Note To prevent noise pickup, keep the aerials away from the speaker cords. 3 For models with a voltage selector, set VOLTAGE SELECTOR to the local power line voltage.
Inserting two R6 (size AA) batteries into the remote Setting the clock 1 2 3 Note If you do not use the remote for a long period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion. 4 5 6 Press ?/1 to turn on the system. Press CLOCK/TIMER SET. Press . or > repeatedly to set the hour. Getting Started Use buttons on the remote for the operation. Press ENTER. Press . or > repeatedly to set the minute. Press ENTER. The clock starts working.
Playing a disc CD – Play — Normal Play/Shuffle Play Loading a disc Use buttons on the unit for the operation. This system lets you play CDs in different play modes. 1 Example: When playing a disc 2 Press CD (or FUNCTION repeatedly) to switch the function to CD. Insert a disc in the disc slot with the label side up. Track number Z When you play a disc, insert it with the label side up.
Other operations To Do this Press x (or CD x on the unit). Press X (or CD NX on the unit). Press again to resume play. Select a track Press . or > repeatedly. Select a group on Press the ATRAC CD step 2. or MP3 CD + or – repeatedly after Find a point in a Keep pressing m or M during track playback and release it at the desired point. Remove a disc You can quickly search for and play the desired track by using the jog dial on the unit. Use buttons on the unit for the operation.
Playing repeatedly — Repeat Play You can play all the tracks or a single track on a disc repeatedly. Creating your own program — Program Play Press REPEAT repeatedly during playback until “REP” or “REP 1” appears. You can make a program of up to 25 steps. You can synchro record the programmed tracks onto a cassette tape (page 20). REP: For all the tracks on the disc up to five times. REP 1: For a single track only.
Using the jog dial Use buttons on the unit for the operation. 1 3 5 6 Do this Cancel Program Play Press PLAY MODE repeatedly in stop mode until “PGM” disappears. Erase the program Press CLEAR in stop mode. Each time you press the button, a track is cleared from the end of the program. Press FUNCTION repeatedly to switch the function to CD. Press PLAY MODE repeatedly in stop mode until “PGM” appears. Turn the jog dial to select the desired track.
6 Tuner Presetting radio stations You can preset up to 20 FM stations and 10 AM stations. You can then tune in any of those stations simply by selecting the corresponding preset number. Automatic tuning preset You can automatically tune in all of the stations that can be received in your area and then store the radio frequency of the desired stations. 1 2 3 4 You can manually tune in and store the radio frequency of the desired stations. 1 3 4 Press + or – (or TUNING + or – on the unit).
To change the AM tuning interval (except for European model) Note You cannot change the AM tuning interval in Power Saving Mode (page 24). Tips • The preset stations are retained for about half a day even if you disconnect the mains lead or if a power failure occurs. • To improve broadcast reception, adjust the supplied aerials, or connect a commercially available external aerial. To improve tuner reception When tuner reception is poor, set CD player power off by CD power manage function.
Listening to non-preset radio station Using the Radio Data System (RDS) — Manual Tuning 1 2 3 4 (European model only) Press TUNER BAND (or FUNCTION repeatedly) to switch the function to TUNER. Press TUNER BAND repeatedly to select “FM” or “AM”. Press TUNING MODE repeatedly until “AUTO” and “PRESET” disappear from the display. Press + or – (or TUNING + or – on the unit) repeatedly to tune in the desired station.
Playing a tape Tape – Play You can use TYPE I (normal) tape. Loading a tape 1 2 1 2 Press Z PUSH OPEN/CLOSE on the unit. Load a recorded/recordable tape into the cassette holder. 3 Load a tape. Press TAPE (or FUNCTION repeatedly) to switch the function to TAPE. Press N (or TAPE N on the unit). Other operations Be careful not to touch the exposed tape. With the side you want to play/record facing towards you. H s j To Do this Stop play Press x (or TAPE x on the unit). Pause Press X.
Tape – Recording Recording your favorite CD tracks on a tape — CD-TAPE Synchro Recording You can use TYPE I (normal) tape. The recording level is adjusted automatically. Use buttons on the unit for the operation. 1 2 Load a recordable tape. Press FUNCTION repeatedly to switch the function to CD and load a disc you want to record. Recording on a tape manually — Manual Recording You can record just the portions you like from a CD or radio program on a tape.
Sound Adjustment Timer Adjusting the sound Falling asleep to music You can adjust the bass and treble to enjoy more powerful sound. Generating a more dynamic sound (Dynamic Sound Generator X-tra) Each time you press the button, the display changes cyclically as follows: DSGX ON* y DSGX OFF * The DSGX indicator lights up. You can set the system to turn off after a certain time, so that you can fall asleep to music. Press SLEEP repeatedly.
Waking up to music — Play Timer You can wake up to music at a preset time. Make sure you have set the clock (see “Setting the clock” on page 11). Use buttons on the remote for the operation. 1 Prepare the sound source you want to play. • CD: Load a disc. To start from a specific track, make a program (see “Creating your own program” on page 14). • TAPE: Load a tape (see “Playing a tape” on page 19). • TUNER: Tune in the preset radio station (see “Listening to a preset station” on page 17).
Timer recording radio programs Other operations To Do this Activate the timer/ check the setting 1 Press CLOCK/TIMER You can record a preset radio station from a specified time. To timer record, you must first preset the radio station (see “Presetting radio stations” on page 16) and set the clock (see “Setting the clock” on page 11). 1 Press CLOCK/TIMER SET. Press . or > repeatedly to select “REC SET”, then press ENTER. “ON” appears and the hour indication flashes.
Viewing information about the disc in the display Display Turning off the display — Power Saving Mode The clock display can be turned off to minimize the amount of power consumed during standby (Power Saving Mode). Press DISPLAY repeatedly while the system is off until the clock display disappears. To cancel Power Saving Mode Press DISPLAY while the system is off.
Checking the total playing time and titles Press DISPLAY repeatedly in stop mode.
Optional Components Hooking up optional components To enhance your system, you can connect optional components. Refer to the operating instructions provided with each component. H s j HS s lj J +/1 JL A From the audio output jacks of an optional analog component Optional analog component Optional digital component A ANALOG IN jack Notes Use audio cord (not supplied) to connect an optional analog component (MiniDisc player/ recorder or Portable Audio player, etc.) to this jack.
Listening to audio from a connected component 1 Connect the audio cord (not supplied). See “Hooking up optional components” on page 26. 2 3 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “MD” appears. Start playing the connected component. Recording on a connected component 1 2 Connect the digital optical cord. Start recording with the connected digital component (MiniDisc player/ recorder, etc.). Refer to the operating instructions provided with the connected component.
General Troubleshooting Problems and remedies Should you encounter a problem with your system, do the following: 1 Make sure the mains lead and speaker cords are correctly and firmly connected. 2 Find your problem in the troubleshooting checklist below and take the indicated corrective action. If the problem persists after doing all of the above, consult your nearest Sony dealer. When the STANDBY indicator flashes Immediately unplug the mains lead and check the following items.
The remote does not function. • Remove the obstacle. • Move the remote closer to the system. • Point the remote at the system’s sensor. • Replace the batteries (R6/size AA). • Locate the system away from the fluorescent light. The system can not be turned on even though you have pressed ?/1. • Make sure the mains lead is connected to mains. CD player “LOCKED” appears. • Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. The disc does not eject.
Tuner Severe hum or noise/stations cannot be received. • Set the proper band and frequency (page 16). • Connect the aerial properly (page 9). • Find a place and an orientation that provide good reception, then set up the aerial again. If you cannot obtain good reception, we recommend you connect a commercially available external aerial. • The supplied FM lead aerial receives signals along its entire length, so make sure you extend it fully.
Messages One of the following messages may appear or flash in the display during operation. CD NO DISC There is no disc in the player. NO STEP All of the programmed tracks have been erased. CD OVER You have reached the end of the disc while pressing M during playback or pause. PUSH STOP You pressed PLAY MODE during playback. STEP FULL You tried to program 25 or more tracks (steps). Tuner Tape NO TAB You cannot record the tape because the tab has been removed from the cassette.
On the speaker system Additional Information Precautions On operating voltage Before operating the system, check that the operating voltage of your system is identical with the voltage of your local power supply. On safety • The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off. • Unplug the system from the wall outlet (mains) if it is not to be used for an extended period of time.
To save a tape permanently To prevent a tape from being accidentally recorded over, break off the cassette tab from side A or B as illustrated. Break off the cassette tab Specifications Main unit (HCD-GPZ7/HCD-GPZ6) Amplifier section HCD-GPZ7 for CMT-GPZ7 European model: If you later want to reuse the tape for recording, cover the broken tab with adhesive tape. Before placing a cassette in the tape deck Take up any slack in the tape.
PHONES (stereo mini jack): accepts headphones with an impedance of 8 ohms or more SPEAKER: accepts impedance of 6 to 16 ohms CD player section System Compact disc and digital audio system Laser Diode Properties Emission duration: continuous Laser Output*: Less than 44.6 µW * This output is the value measurement at a distance of 200 mm from the objective lens surface on the Optical Pick-up Block with 7 mm aperture. Frequency response 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.
Power consumption CMT-GPZ7 European model: Mexican model: Other models: CMT-GPZ6 European model: 100 W 0.25 W (in Power Saving Mode) 105 W 105 W 90 W 0.25 W (in Power Saving Mode) Other models: 75 W Dimensions (w/h/d) (excl. speakers) Approx. 181 × 261 × 297 mm Mass (excl. speakers) Amplifier/Tuner/Tape/CD section: CMT-GPZ7: 6.1 kg CMT-GPZ6: 5.
List of button locations and reference pages How to use this page Illustration number r Use this page to find the location of buttons and other parts of the system that are mentioned in the text.
Remote control BUTTON DESCRIPTIONS ALPHABETICAL ORDER A–E F–Z CD qh (12, 14) CLEAR qd (15) CLOCK/TIMER SELECT 2 (22, 23) CLOCK/TIMER SET 3 (11, 22, 23) DISPLAY ql (18, 24, 25) ENTER 9 (11, 14, 16, 22, 23) EQ qs (21) FM MODE 4 (18) FUNCTION 6 (12, 14, 16, 17, 19, 20, 27) PLAY MODE qk (12, 14, 20) REPEAT 4 (14) SLEEP w; (21) TAPE qg (19) TUNER BAND 5 (16, 17) TUNER MEMORY qj (16) TUNING MODE qk (16, 17) VOLUME +/– q; (22) qd qs 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Additional Information w; ql qk qj qh qg qf ?/1 (power) 1 (
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