2-635-673-13(1) Micro HI-FI Component System Operating Instructions CMT-NEZ7DAB ©2005 Sony Corporation
WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. And do not place lighted candles on the apparatus. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus. Connect the unit to an easily accessible AC outlet.
Table of Contents How to use this manual........................... 4 Overview of DAB ................................... 4 Playable discs.......................................... 5 Getting Started Hooking up the system............................ 7 Setting the clock...................................... 9 CD/MP3 – Play Loading a disc ....................................... 10 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 Overview of DAB Service Service DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) is a new multimedia broadcasting system that replaces the current FM/AM broadcast to transmit audio programs 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/MP3 files) 2) Multi Session This is a recording method that enables adding of data using the Track-At-Once method. Conventional CDs begin at a CD control area called the Lead-in and end at an area called Lead-out.
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.
Getting Started Perform the following procedures 1 to 4 to hook up your system using the supplied cords and accessories. Right speaker Left speaker Getting Started Hooking up the system 3 1 2 4 FM lead aerial AM loop aerial 1 Connect the speakers. 2 Connect the FM and AM aerials. Connect the right and left speaker cords to the SPEAKER terminals on the unit as shown below. Set up the AM loop aerial, then connect it. R AKE SPE Red (3) # L # Insert this portion.
3 Connect the DAB aerial. Plug type A 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 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 unit. 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.
CD/MP3 – Play Loading a disc 1 2 Press Z PUSH OPEN/CLOSE on the unit. Playing a disc — Normal Play/Shuffle Play This system lets you play audio CDs and discs with MP3 audio tracks. Example: When playing a disc Place a disc with the label side up on the CD compartment. Track number 1 3 Press Z PUSH OPEN/CLOSE on the unit again to close the lid of CD compartment. 2 Notes • Do not use a disc with tape, seals or paste on it as this may cause malfunction.
Other operations Do this Stop play Press x. Pause Press X (or CD/NX on the unit). Press again to resume play. Select a track Press . or > repeatedly. Select an album Press of MP3 step 2. + 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 Press Z PUSH OPEN/CLOSE on the unit. Notes • When switching to CD function from tuner, a longer time may be required to access the disc.
Creating your own program Other operations To 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. — Program Play You can make a program of up to 25 steps. You can synchro record the programed tracks onto a cassette tape (page 18). 1 2 3 Press CD (or FUNCTION repeatedly) to switch the function to CD.
To move system location Tuner Scanning DAB stations DAB Automatic Scan DAB Automatic Scan starts automatically only when you turn on the system for the first time after you purchase the system. If you want to use the DAB Automatic Scan again, perform the procedure below. 1 Press DAB AUTO SCAN on the unit. “DAB Auto Scan? Push DAB” appears. 2 Press DAB on the unit. Scanning begins. “DAB Auto Scan” appears. Depending on the DAB services available in your area, scanning may take a few minutes.
5 Press TUNER MEMORY. The preset number flashes. Perform steps 6 and 7 while the preset number flashes. 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 store other stations. Other operations 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 store other stations.
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 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. Press TUNER/BAND repeatedly to select “DAB”, “FM” or “AM”. You can also use the DAB button to select DAB directly.
Using the Radio Data System (RDS) What is the Radio Data System? Radio Data System (RDS) is a broadcasting service that allows radio stations to send additional information along with the regular program signal. This tuner offers convenient RDS features like station name. RDS is available only on FM stations.* Note RDS may not work properly if the station you are tuned in is not transmitting the RDS signal properly or if the signal is weak.
Tape – Play Loading a tape 1 2 Press PUSH OPEN/CLOSE Z on the unit. Load a recorded/recordable tape into the cassette holder. You can use TYPE I (normal) tape. 1 2 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 To Do this Stop play Press x. Pause Press X. Press again to resume play. Fast-forward or rewind Press m or M. Remove a tape Press PUSH OPEN/CLOSE Z on the unit in stop mode.
Tape – Recording Recording your favorite CD tracks on a tape — CD-TAPE Synchro Recording You can record a whole CD on a tape. You can use TYPE I (normal) tape. 1 2 Load a recordable tape. 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, tape or radio program on a tape. You can also record from connected components (see “Hooking up optional components” on page 24).
Sound Adjustment Timer Adjusting the sound Falling asleep to music — Sleep Timer Generating a more dynamic sound (Dynamic Sound Generator X-tra) Press DSGX on the unit. * “DSGX” lights up. Adjusting the bass and treble Press SLEEP. Each time you press the button, the minute display (the turn-off time) changes cyclically as follows: AUTO* t 90min t 80min t … t 10min t OFF * The system automatically turns off in 100 minutes or after the current CD or tape finishes playing.
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. • CD: Load a disc. To start from a specific track, make a program (see “Creating your own program” on page 12). • TAPE: Load a tape (see “Playing a tape” on page 17). • TUNER: Tune in the preset radio station (see “Listening to the radio” on page 15).
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). Use buttons on the remote for the operation. 1 Press CLOCK/TIMER SET. “PLAY” appears. 3 Press . or > repeatedly to select “REC”, then press ENTER.
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. Checking the remaining time and titles To cancel Power Saving Mode Press DISPLAY repeatedly during Normal Play. Press DISPLAY while the system is off.
Checking the total playing time and titles Viewing the tuner information in the display 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. Stereo mini-plug From the audio output jacks of an optional analog component Optional analog component A AUDIO IN jack Use audio cords (not supplied) to connect an optional analog component (Portable Audio Player, etc.) to this jack. You can then record or listen to the sound from the component through this system.
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 The clock setting/radio presetting/timer is canceled.
• 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. The color irregularity on a TV screen persists. • Move the speakers farther away from the TV set. Speakers Sounds come from one channel, or unbalanced left and right volume. • Check the speaker connections and placement. CD/MP3 player Play does not start. • Wipe the disc clean (page 29). • Replace the disc.
RDS isn’t working. • Make sure that you tune in an FM station. • Select a stronger FM station. The appropriate display or information does not appear. • Contact the radio station and find out whether or not they actually provide the service in question. The service may be temporarily out of order. The tuner malfunctions. • The microprocessor in the tuner has malfunctioned. Turn off the tuner, then turn it on again. “No Service” is displayed (DAB only).
Messages One of the following messages may appear or flash in the display during operation. CD/MP3 Step Full! You tried to program 26 or more tracks (steps). No Disc There is no disc in the player. No Step All of the programed tracks have been erased. Over You have reached the end of the disc while pressing and holding M during playback or pause. 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 Main unit Amplifier section If you later want to reuse the tape for recording, cover the broken tab with adhesive tape.
Tuner section DAB frequency table DAB tuner section Frequency range Band-III: Band-III 174.928 (5A) – 239.200 (13F) MHz L-Band: 1,452.960 MHz (LA) – 1,490.624 MHz (LW) (L-Band is not available for the UK model.) * For details, see “DAB frequency table” below. Aerial terminal 75 ohms, F female FM stereo, FM/AM superheterodyne tuner FM tuner section Tuning range Aerial Aerial terminals Intermediate frequency AM tuner section Tuning range Aerial Intermediate frequency 87.5 – 108.
L-Band Frequency Label 1,452.960 MHz LA 1,454.672 MHz LB 1,456.384 MHz LC 1,458.096 MHz LD 1,459.808 MHz LE 1,461.520 MHz LF 1,463.232 MHz LG 1,464.944 MHz LH 1,466.656 MHz LI 1,468.368 MHz LJ 1,470.080 MHz LK 1,471.792 MHz LL 1,473.504 MHz LM 1,475.216 MHz LN 1,476.928 MHz LO 1,478.640 MHz LP 1,480.352 MHz LQ 1,482.064 MHz LR 1,483.776 MHz LS 1,485.488 MHz LT 1,487.200 MHz LU 1,488.912 MHz LV 1,490.624 MHz LW Note 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 qj (10, 12) CLEAR qf (12) CLOCK/TIMER SELECT 2 (20, 21) CLOCK/TIMER SET 3 (9, 20, 21) DAB 6 (13, 15) DISPLAY w; (16, 22, 23) ENTER 9 (9, 12, 14, 20, 21) EQ qd (19) FM MODE 4 (15) FUNCTION q; (10, 12, 13, 15, 24) PLAY MODE ql (10, 12, 18) REPEAT 4 (11) SLEEP wa (19) TAPE qh (17) TUNER/BAND 5 (13, 15) TUNER MEMORY qk (14) TUNING MODE ql (13, 15) VOLUME +/– qa (20, 25) wa w; ql qk qj qh qg ?/1 (power) 1 (8, 20, 21, 27) m/M (rewind/fast fo
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