2-582-894-14(1) Micro HI-FI Component System Operating Instructions Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. ______________ Serial No.
WARNING 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 don’t 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 Playable discs.......................................... 4 Getting Started Hooking up the system............................ 6 Setting the clock...................................... 8 CD/MP3 – Play Loading a disc ......................................... 9 Playing a disc .......................................... 9 — Normal Play/Shuffle Play Playing repeatedly.................................
How to use this manual • The instructions in this manual are for model CMT-NEZ5 and CMT-NEZ3. Check your model number by looking at the front panel. In this manual, CMT-NEZ3 is used for illustration purposes unless stated otherwise. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, “CMTNEZ5 only”. • 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.
Notes on CD-R and CD-RW • Some CD-Rs or CD-RWs cannot be played on this system depending upon the recording quality or physical condition of the disc, or the characteristics of the recording device. Furthermore, the disc will not play if it has not been correctly finalized. For more information, see the operating instructions for the recording device. • Discs recorded on CD-R/CD-RW drives may not be played back because of scratches, dirt, recording condition or the driver’s characteristics.
Getting Started Hooking up the system Perform the following procedures 1 to 4 to hook up your system using the supplied cords and accessories. CMT-NEZ3 is used for illustration purpose. Right speaker Left speaker 1 3 2 4 FM lead antenna AM loop antenna 1 Connect the speakers. 2 Connect the FM and AM antennas. Connect the right and left speaker cords to the SPEAKER terminals on the unit as shown below. R AKE SPE Red (3) # L # Insert this portion.
AM 75 FM Refer to the print on your system’s VOLTAGE SELECTOR for available settings. AM loop antenna L XIA COA VOLTAGE SELECTOR Extend the FM lead antenna horizontally Getting Started 3 For models with a voltage selector, set VOLTAGE SELECTOR to the local power line voltage. The voltage selector is located at the rear of the apparatus.
Setting the clock Use buttons on the remote for the operation. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Press ?/1 to turn on the unit. Press CLOCK/TIMER SET. Press . or > repeatedly to set the hour. Press ENTER. Press . or > repeatedly to set the minute. Press ENTER. The clock starts working. To adjust the clock 1 2 Press CLOCK/TIMER SET. 3 Do the same procedures as step 3 to 6 above. Press . or > repeatedly to select “CLOCK”, then press ENTER. Note The clock is not displayed in Power Saving Mode (page 20).
CD/MP3 – Play Loading a disc 2 Press Z PUSH OPEN/CLOSE on the unit. — Normal Play/Shuffle Play This system lets you play audio CDs and discs with MP3 audio tracks. Example: When a disc is loaded 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. Notes • Do not use a disc with tape, seals or paste on it as this may cause malfunction. • Keep the lens on the CD player clean and do not touch it.
3 Press N (or CD/NX on the unit). Other operations — Repeat Play To 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 of MP3 Press 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 Playing repeatedly Press Z PUSH OPEN/CLOSE on the unit.
Creating your own program Other operations Do this Press PLAY MODE in stop mode repeatedly until both “PGM” and “SHUF” 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 programmed tracks onto a cassette tape (page 16). 1 2 3 Press CD (or FUNCTION repeatedly) to switch the function to CD.
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 and Saudi Arabian models) You can listen to a radio station either by selecting a preset station, or by manually tuning in the station. Listening to a preset station — Preset Tuning Note Preset radio stations in the tuner’s memory first (see “Presetting radio stations” on page 12). You cannot change the AM tuning interval in Power Saving Mode (page 20).
Listening to non-preset radio station — Manual Tuning 1 2 3 4 Using the Radio Data System (RDS) (European model CMT-NEZ5 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.
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. Use buttons on the unit for the operation. 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 21).
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. Adjusting the bass and treble You can adjust the bass and treble to enjoy more powerful sound. 1 2 Press EQ repeatedly to select “BASS” or “TREBLE”. Press SLEEP.
Waking up to music — Play Timer 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 11). • Tape: Load a tape (see “Playing a tape” on page 15). • Tuner: Tune in the preset radio station (see “Listening to the radio” on page 13). 2 3 4 Press VOLUME + or – (or turn VOLUME control on the unit) to adjust the volume. Press CLOCK/TIMER SET. Press . or > repeatedly to select “PLAY”, then press ENTER.
Timer recording radio programs Other operations To Do this Check the setting 1 Press CLOCK/TIMER SELECT. 2 Press . or > — Rec 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 12) and set the clock (see “Setting the clock” on page 8). 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.
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. Each time you press the button, the display switches cyclically as follows: Clock display* y No display (Power Saving Mode) * The clock is displayed only if you set the clock.
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 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 power cord 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 power cord and check the following items.
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 The sound skips. • Wipe the disc clean (page 26). • Replace the disc. • Try moving the system to a place without vibration (e.g., on top of a stable stand). • Try moving the speakers away from the system, or placing them on separate stands.
Tape deck The tape does not record or play, or there is a decrease in sound level. • The heads are dirty. Clean them (page 27). • The record/playback heads are magnetized. Demagnetize them (page 27). The tape does not erase completely. • The record/playback heads are magnetized. Demagnetize them (page 27). There is excessive wow or flutter, or the sound drops out. • The capstans in the tape deck are dirty. Clean them (page 27). Noise increases or the high frequencies are erased.
Messages One of the following messages may appear or flash in the display during operation. CD/MP3 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. 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. • The voltage selector is located at the rear of the apparatus. 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.
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 AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: (The United States model only) CMT-NEZ5 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.
CMT-NEZ3 North-American model: Continuous RMS power output (reference): 10 + 10 W (6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10% THD) European model: DIN power output (rated): 11 + 11 W (6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN) Continuous RMS power output (reference): 15 + 15 W (6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10% THD) Music power output (reference): 28 + 28 W Other models: The following measured at AC 120, 220 or 240 V, 50/60 Hz DIN power output (rated): 11 + 11 W (6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN) Continuous RMS power output (reference): 15 + 15 W (6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10% THD)
General Power requirements North American model: Mexican model: European model: Australian model: Korean model: Chinese model: Taiwanese model: Argentine model Saudi Arabian model: Other models: Power consumption CMT-NEZ5 European model: Other models: Other models: 60 W 0.3 W (in Power Saving Mode) 50 W 40 W 45 W 0.3 W (in Power Saving Mode) 45 W Dimensions (w/h/d) (excl. speakers) Approx. 164 × 235 × 265 mm Mass (excl.
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, 11, 16, 18) CLEAR qd (11) CLOCK/TIMER SELECT 2 (18, 19) CLOCK/TIMER SET 3 (8, 18, 19) DISPLAY ql (14, 20, 20) ENTER 9 (8, 11, 12, 18, 19) EQ qs (17) FM MODE 4 (14) FUNCTION 6 (9, 11, 12, 13, 15) PLAY MODE qk (9, 11, 16) REPEAT 4 (10) SLEEP w; (17) TAPE qg (10, 15, 18) TUNER/BAND 5 (12, 13, 16) TUNER MEMORY qj (12) TUNING MODE qk (12, 13) VOLUME +/– q; (18, 22) ql qk qj qh qg qf 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Additional Information w; ?/1 (pow
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