2-593-298-13(1) Micro HI-FI Component System Operating Instructions CMT-GPX9DAB ©2005 Sony Corporation
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. This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product.
Table of Contents How to use this manual........................... 4 Overview of DAB ................................... 4 Playable discs.......................................... 5 Getting Started Hooking up the system............................ 6 Setting the clock...................................... 9 CD – Play Loading a disc ......................................... 9 Playing a disc ........................................ 10 — Normal Play/Shuffle Play Playing repeatedly............................
How to use this manual This manual mainly explains operations using the remote, but the same operations can also be performed using the buttons on the unit having the same or similar names. Ensemble Service Overview of DAB Service DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) is a new multimedia broadcasting system that replaces the current FM/AM broadcast to transmit audio programmes with a quality comparable to that of CDs*.
Playable discs You can play back the following discs on this system. Other discs cannot be played back. List of playable discs Format of discs Disc logo Audio CDs CD-R/CD-RW (audio data) Discs that this system cannot play • CD-ROMs • CD-Rs/CD-RWs other than those recorded in the music CD format. • Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g., heart, square, star) cannot be played on this unit. Attempting to do so may damage the unit. Do not use such discs. • A disc with paper or stickers on it.
Getting Started Hooking up the system Perform the following procedures 1 to 4 to hook up your system using the supplied cords and accessories. 3 Right speaker Left speaker 1 2 4 AM loop aerial FM lead aerial 1 Connect the speakers. 2 Connect the FM and AM aerials. Connect the right and left speaker cords to the SPEAKER terminals as shown below. Set up the AM loop aerial, then connect it.
3 Connect the DAB aerial. Plug type B ANT FM With a DAB external aerial, you can obtain a higher DAB broadcast sound quality. We recommend that you use the supplied DAB/ FM lead aerial only temporarily until you install a DAB external aerial. Connect the supplied DAB/FM lead aerial to the DAB terminal on the back of this unit.
Inserting two R6 (size AA) batteries into the remote Note If you do not use the remote for a long period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion. Tip With normal use, the batteries should last for about six months. When the remote no longer operates the system, replace both batteries with new ones. When carrying this system Perform the following procedure to protect the CD mechanism. Use buttons on the unit for the operation.
Setting the clock Use buttons on the remote for the operation. 4 5 6 Loading a disc Press ?/1 to turn on the unit. Press CLOCK/TIMER SET. 1 Press . or > repeatedly to set the hour. 2 Press CD (or FUNCTION repeatedly on the unit) to switch the function to CD. Insert a disc in the disc slot with the label side up. CD – Play 1 2 3 CD – Play Press ENTER. Press . or > repeatedly to set the minute. Press ENTER. The clock starts working. When you play a disc, insert it with the label side up. NX .
Notes Playing a disc — Normal Play/Shuffle Play You can play audio CDs. • You cannot change the play mode during playback. • Some time may be needed to start playback of discs recorded in complex configurations such as many layers. Tip When disc access takes a long time, set “CD POWER” and “ON” by CD power manage function (page 14). Track number 1 2 3 Playing time Press CD (or FUNCTION repeatedly) to switch the function to CD.
Playing repeatedly — Repeat Play — 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 programed tracks onto a cassette tape (page 17). REP: For all tracks up to five times. REP 1: For a single track only. 1 To cancel Repeat Play 2 Press REPEAT repeatedly until both “REP” and “REP 1” disappear. 3 Note CD – Play You can play all the tracks or a single track on a disc repeatedly.
Other operations To Do this Cancel Program Play Press PLAY MODE repeatedly in stop mode until “PGM” disappears. Erase the program Press CLEAR in step 4. Each time you press the button, a track is cleared from the end of the program. Add a track to the Perform steps 3 and 4 in stop end of the program mode. Note You cannot erase program during playback. Tips • The program you made remains after Program Play finishes.
Tuner Scanning DAB stations DAB Automatic Scan DAB Automatic Scan starts automatically only when you plug in the mains lead for the first time after you purchase the system. If you want to use the DAB Automatic Scan again, perform the procedure below. You can preset up to 20 DAB stations, 20 FM stations and 10 AM stations. You can then tune in any of those stations simply by selecting the corresponding preset number.
6 7 8 Press + or – (or TUNING + or – on the unit) repeatedly to select the desired preset number. Press ENTER. Repeat steps 4 through 7 to preset other stations. Notes • When tuning in a DAB station, it may take a few seconds before you hear any sound. • Before you can receive DAB, you must complete the DAB Automatic Scan procedure (see “Scanning DAB stations” on page 13). • You cannot preset the service component while “TUNED” is not displayed (DAB only).
Notes • When “CD POWER” and “OFF” are selected, disc access time is increased. • You cannot change the setting in Power Saving Mode (page 23). Listening to the radio You can listen to a radio station either by selecting a preset station, or by manually tuning in the station. — Preset Tuning Tuner Listening to a preset station Preset radio stations in the tuner’s memory first (see “Presetting radio stations” on page 13). 1 2 Press TUNER BAND (or FUNCTION repeatedly) to switch the function to TUNER.
Note When switching to CD function from tuner, a longer time may be required to access the disc. In this case, set “CD POWER” and “ON” by CD power manage function (page 14). Tips • To improve broadcast reception, adjust the supplied aerials, or connect a commercially available external aerial. • When an FM stereo program has static noise, press FM MODE repeatedly until “MONO” appears. There will be no stereo effect, but the reception will improve.
Tape – Play Tape – Recording Loading a tape Recording your favorite CD tracks on a tape 1 2 Press A PUSH EJECT on the unit. Load a recorded/recordable tape into the cassette holder. — CD-TAPE Synchro Recording With the side you want to play/record facing up. 1 2 ?/1 3 Playing a tape 3 Load a tape. Press TAPE (or FUNCTION repeatedly) to switch the function to TAPE.
Tip If you select both sides recording and the tape reaches the end of the front side part-way through a track, the entire track is recorded again from the beginning of the reverse side. Recording on a tape manually — Manual Recording You can record just the portions you like from a CD or radio program on a tape. You can also record from connected components (see “Hooking up optional components” on page 25). Use buttons on the unit for the operation. 1 2 3 Load a recordable tape.
Other operations To Do this Stop recording Press x (TAPE stop). Pause recording Press z REC PAUSE/START. Notes • When you record on both sides, be sure to start from the front side. If you start from the reverse side, recording stops at the end of the reverse side. • You cannot listen to other sources while recording. Recording stops if you change the function to another one. Tips Tape – Recording • For recording from a CD, you can press .
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) Press DSGX on the unit. Each time you press the button, the display changes as follows: DSGX ON* y DSGX OFF * The “DSGX ON” display appears. — Sleep Timer 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 9). Use buttons on the remote for the operation. 1 Prepare the sound source you want to play. 2 3 4 Press VOLUME + or – to adjust the volume. Press CLOCK/TIMER SET. Press . or > repeatedly to select “PLAY SET”, then press ENTER. “ON” appears and the hour indication flashes. 5 Set the time to start playing. Press .
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 13) and set the clock (see “Setting the clock” on page 9). 1 2 3 Tune in the preset radio station (see “Listening to a preset station” on page 15). Press CLOCK/TIMER SET. Press .
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 * The clock is displayed only if you set the clock. Note You cannot perform the following operations in Power Saving Mode.
Viewing the tuner information in the display Press DISPLAY while listening to the radio. Each time you press the button, the display changes cyclically as follows: Station name1) t Preset number2) and frequency t Clock display (for eight seconds) t Bass level (for eight seconds) t Treble level (for eight seconds) 1) European model only 2) Preset number is displayed only if you preset radio stations (page 13).
Optional Components Hooking up optional components To enhance your system, you can connect optional components. Refer to the operating instructions provided with each component. Optional analog component From the audio output jacks of an optional analog component Optional Components A AUDIO IN jacks Use audio cords (not supplied) to connect an optional analog component (MiniDisc player/ recorder or VCR, etc.) to these jacks.
Listening to audio from a connected component 1 Connect the audio cord. See “Hooking up optional components” on page 25. 2 3 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “AUDIO IN” appears. Start playing the connected component. Recording audio from a connected component 1 Connect audio cord. See “Hooking up optional components” on page 25. 2 Start recording manually. See “Recording on a tape manually” on page 18.
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 ?/1 indicator flashes General “– –:– –” appears in the display. • A power interruption has occurred.
CD player Tuner “LOCKED” appears. • Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Severe hum or noise/stations cannot be received. • Set the proper band and frequency (page 13). • Connect the aerial properly (pages 6 and 7). • 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.
“TUNED” does not appear in the display (DAB only). • Check all aerial connections, then press TAPE x and TUNING MODE on the unit simultaneously to perform the DAB Automatic Scan. • The current DAB service is not available. Press + or – (or TUNING + or – on the unit) to select a different service. • If you have moved to another area, some services/ frequencies may have changed and you may not be able to tune into your usual broadcast.
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 programed tracks have been erased. CD OVER You have reached the end of the disc while pressing M during playback or pause. STEP FULL You tried to program 25 or more tracks (steps). PUSH STOP You pressed PLAY MODE during playback. Tuner COMPLETE The preset operation ended normally.
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 AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS Main unit Amplifier section If you later want to reuse the tape for recording, cover the broken tab with adhesive tape. Before placing a cassette in the tape deck Take up any slack in the tape. Otherwise, the tape may get entangled in the parts of the tape deck and become damaged.
Tape deck section Recording system Frequency response 4-track 2-channel, stereo 50 – 13,000 Hz (±3 dB), using Sony TYPE I cassettes ±0.15% W. Peak (IEC) 0.1% W. RMS (NAB) ±0.2% W. Peak (DIN) DAB frequency table Band-III Label Frequency Label 174.928 MHz 5A 209.936 MHz 10A 176.640 MHz 5B 211.648 MHz 10B 178.352 MHz 5C 213.360 MHz 10C Tuner section 180.064 MHz 5D 215.072 MHz 10D DAB tuner section Frequency range Band-III: 181.936 MHz 6A 216.928 MHz 11A 183.648 MHz 6B 218.
General L-Band Frequency Label 1452.960 MHz LA 1454.672 MHz LB 1456.384 MHz LC 1458.096 MHz LD 1459.808 MHz LE 1461.520 MHz LF 1463.232 MHz LG 1464.944 MHz LH 1466.656 MHz LI 1468.368 MHz LJ 1470.080 MHz LK 1471.792 MHz LL 1473.504 MHz LM 1475.216 MHz LN 1476.928 MHz LO 1478.640 MHz LP 1480.352 MHz LQ 1482.064 MHz LR 1483.776 MHz LS 1485.488 MHz LT 1487.200 MHz LU 1488.912 MHz LV 1490.624 MHz LW Notes • L-Band is not available for the UK model.
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 ALPHABETICAL ORDER BUTTON DESCRIPTIONS A–O P–Z CD qh (9, 10, 11) CLEAR qd (12) CLOCK/TIMER SELECT 2 (21, 22) CLOCK/TIMER SET 3 (9, 21, 22) DAB 6 (13, 15) DISPLAY ql (16, 23, 24) ENTER 9 (9, 11, 14, 21, 22) EQ qs (20) FM MODE 4 (16) FUNCTION q; (10, 11, 13, 15, 17, 26) PLAY MODE qk (10, 11) REPEAT 4 (11) SLEEP w; (20) TAPE qg (17) TUNER BAND 5 (13, 15) TUNER MEMORY qj (13) TUNING MODE qk (13, 15) VOLUME +/– qa (21) w; ql qk qj qh qg qf ?/1 (power) 1 (7, 21) m/M (rewind/fast forward) 7 (
