3-860-142-57(1) Personal Component System Operating Instructions PMC-D305 PMC-D307 1997 by Sony Corporation
Warning To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the player to rain or moisture. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.
Table of contents Basic Operations Basic Operations 4 Playing a CD 6 Listening to the radio 8 Playing a tape 10 Recording on a tape The CD Player 12 Using the display 13 Locating a specific track 14 Playing tracks repeatedly (Repeat Play) 15 Creating your own program (Program Play) The Radio 17 Presetting radio stations 18 Playing preset radio stations The Tape Player 19 Finding the beginning of a track The Timer 20 21 23 24 Setting the clock Waking up to music Falling asleep to music Timer-reco
Basic Operations Playing a CD 3 1,2 For hookup instructions, see pages 26 - 29. 1 Press 6 OPEN/CLOSE down to open the CD compartment and place the CD on the CD compartment. With the label side up 2 3 Close the lid of the CD compartment. Press ( on the CD section (direct power-on). The player plays all the tracks once.
Use these buttons for additional operations POWER P p VOLUME +/– =/+ Tip Next time you want to listen to a CD, just press (. The player turns on automatically and starts playing the CD. To Press Adjust the volume VOLUME +/– Stop playback p Pause playback P Press again to resume play after pause.
Listening to the radio 1 2 For hookup instructions, see pages 26 - 29. 1 2 Press BAND until the band you want appears in the display (direct power-on). Hold down TUNE +/– until the frequency digits begin to change in the display. The player automatically scans the radio frequencies and stops when it finds a clear station. If you can't tune in a station, press the button once at a time. 6 Basic Operations Display Indicates an FM stereo broadcast.
Use these buttons for additional operations POWER PLAY MODE MONO/ST/ISS Tips • If the FM broadcast is noisy, press PLAY MODE/MONO/ST/ISS on the player until “Mono” appears in the display and the radio will play in monaural. • Next time you want to listen to the radio, just press BAND. The player turns on automatically and starts playing the previous station.
Playing a tape 1 2 For hookup instructions, see pages 26 - 29. 1 Press 6 PUSH to open the tape compartment and insert a recorded tape. Use TYPE I (normal) tape only. Close the compartment. With the side you want to play facing forward 2 Press ( on the TAPE section. Display The player turns on (direct power-on) and starts playing.
Use these buttons for additional operations POWER 9 p 0/) Basic Operations VOLUME +/– 6 PUSH DIR MODE Tips • Press COUNTER RESET on the remote to reset the counter to “000.” (on the remote only) • Next time you want to listen to a tape, just press ( or 9 . The player turns on automatically and starts playing the tape.
Recording on a tape 3 3 1 For hookup instructions, see pages 26 - 29. 1 Press 6 PUSH to open the tape compartment and insert a blank tape. Use TYPE I (normal) tape only. With the side you want to record on facing forward 2 Select the program source you want to record. To record from the CD player, insert a CD (see page 4) and press p on the CD section. To record from the radio, press BAND and tune in the station you want (see page 6.
3 Start recording. r/P 1 Press r/P. Recording from the CD player 2 Press ( (for the front side) or 9 (for the reverse side) on the TAPE section to select the recording side of the tape. Recording from the radio Recording will start automatically. Basic Operations The 9/( indication in the display flashes. (On the remote, while keeping r/P pressed, press ( or 9 on the TAPE section.) Note If recording does not start, press r/P and then ( or 9 again.
The CD Player Using the display You can check information about the CD using the display. DISPLAY/ ENTER Checking the total track number and playing time Press DISPLAY/ENTER in stop mode. If the CD has more than 10 tracks, “OVER 10” appears in the display. Total playing time Total track number Music calendar Checking the remaining time Press DISPLAY/ENTER while playing a CD. The track numbers in the music calendar disappear after they are played.
Locating a specific track Number buttons The CD Player You can quickly locate any track using the number buttons. You can also find a specific point in a track while playing a CD. 0/–, )/+ Note You cannot locate a specific track if “PGM” or “SHUF REP” is lit in the display. Turn off the indication by pressing p on the CD section. Tip When you locate a track numbered over 10, press >10 first, then the corresponding number buttons. Example: To play track number 23, press >10 first, then 2 and 3.
Playing tracks repeatedly (Repeat Play) Number buttons You can play tracks repeatedly in normal, shuffle or program play modes (see pages 15 and 16.) MODE p ( Note When you repeat a single track or all the tracks, make sure neither “PGM” nor “SHUF REP” is lit in the display. If either is lit, turn it off by pressing p on the CD section. 1 Press p on the CD section. “Cd” appears in the display. 2 3 Press MODE until the repeat mode you want appears in the display.
Creating your own program (Program Play) MODE p ( Tips • To create your own program on the player by selecting the track you want while listening to the CD, proceed as follows: 1 Press ( on the CD section to start play. 2 Press PGM SET/ AUTO PRESET . “PGM” flashes in the display. 3 Press =/+ to select the track you want to program, and press DISPLAY/ ENTER/MEM. Repeat this step. 4 Press p. 5 Press ( to start program play.
Creating your own program (Program Play) (continued) Notes • You can play the same program again, since the program is saved until you open the CD compartment. • You can record your own program. After you’ve created the program, insert a blank tape into the tape compartment and press r/P and ( (or 9) to start recording. 16 The CD Player To cancel Program Play Press MODE until “PGM” disappears in the display. To check the order of tracks before play Press + on the player.
The Radio Presetting radio stations PGM SET/AUTO PRESET BAND The Radio You can store radio stations into the player's memory. You can preset up to 20 radio stations, 10 for each FM or AM in any order. 1 Press BAND until the band you want appears in the display. 2 Press PGM SET/AUTO PRESET until “AUTO ” appears. The stations are stored in memory from the lower frequencies unless a station has a weak signal.
Playing preset radio stations Once you've preset the stations, use the number buttons to tune in your favorite stations. Number buttons BAND Tip You can tune in a preset station with the player. Use PRESET +/– instead of the number buttons. 18 The Radio 1 2 Press BAND to select the band. Press the number buttons to tune in a stored station.
The Tape Player Finding the beginning of a track The player senses where a track begins by detecting the pauses between the tracks. Notes • If a soft sound like pianissimo continues for some seconds in a track, the player may start to play as the next track. • If you press the ) or 0 when there is no sound in the track, this function does not operate correctly. • To find the beginning of a track correctly, a pause of approx. 4 seconds is necessary.
The Timer Setting the clock “AM12:00” indication appears in the display until you set the clock. As long as the clock goes, “:” flashes. TIMER/ CLOCK DISPLAY/ ENTER 0/–, )/+ Tip The time display system: 12-hour system Before you begin, hook up the systems (see page 26.) 1 Press and hold TIMER/CLOCK for about 2 seconds until the hour digit flashes. The “AM” or “PM” indication also flashes. 2 Set the clock. 1 Press 0/– or )/+ to set the hour and press DISPLAY/ ENTER. .
Waking up to music STANDBY You can wake up to music or a radio program at a preset time. Make sure you have set the clock (“Setting the clock” on page 20). TIMER/ CLOCK Note You cannot preset wake-up timer and recording timer (page 24) at the same time. The Timer DISPLAY/ ENTER 0/–, )/+ Before you begin, make sure the t (clock) indication is not lit in the display. If it is lit, press STANDBY. 1 Prepare the music source you want to play. Source 2 Do this CD Insert a CD. TAPE Insert a tape.
Waking up to music (continued) Tips • The display window does not light while the waking up timer is operating even if the power is on. • You can have the player go on the next day at the same time. Just press STANDBY until the t indication appears in the display. The preset settings remain until you reset them. 5 Set the timer to the hour and the minutes you want the music to go on. 1 Press 0/– or )/+ to set the hour and press DISPLAY/ ENTER.
Falling asleep to music SLEEP You can set the player to turn off automatically after 10, 20, 30, 60, 90 and 120 minutes, allowing you to fall asleep while listening to music. The Timer Tips • The display window does not light while the sleep timer is on. • You can combine the waking up timer with the sleeping timer. Set the waking up timer first (see page 21), turn on the power, and then set the sleep timer. • You can prepare the different music for the waking up timer and the sleeping timer.
Timer-recording radio programs STANDBY You can set timer to record the radio at a certain time. You can also record the sound of the component connected to the LINE IN jack, using the timer. Make sure you have set the clock (see “Setting the clock” on page 20.) TIMER/ CLOCK DISPLAY/ ENTER 0/–, )/+ Note You cannot preset recording timer and wake-up timer (page 21) at the same time. Tip When you receive the AM program in step 1, press r/P to check if the noise is heard.
6 Set the timer to the hour and the minutes you want to start recording. 1 Press 0/– or )/+ to set the hour and press DISPLAY/ ENTER. Note To change the recording side of the tape from the reverse side (9) to the front side ((), press STANDBY to make the t indication disappear, and press STANDBY again. Tips • The preset settings remain until you reset them.
Setting Up Hooking up the system 2 AM loop aeral 2 FM aerial 1 Audio connecting cord Make sure you turn off the power before making any connections. Right speaker Left speaker 1 Speaker cord 1 Power cord To a wall outlet 3 AC power cord Note Connect the right speaker for this unit only to the speaker terminals of the left speaker. If you connect any other speaker or equipment, malfunction may occur. Tip PMC-D307 only: This unit comes supplied with 8 round (10 mm diameter) slip stoppers.
2 Connect the audio connecting cord (supplied) to the SIGNAL OUTPUT jacks of the player and the SIGNAL INPUT jacks of the left speaker. Connect the white plugs to the L (left) jacks and the red plugs to the R (right) jacks. Setting Up 3 Connect the speaker cord of the right speaker to the SPEAKER OUT terminals of the left speaker. Connect the red wire to the (+) plus terminal, and the black wire to the (–) minus terminal.
Hooking up the system (continued) Notes • Do not connect the FM aerial of this player to the outdoor aerial. • Keep the aerials away as far as possible from the speaker cords and other connecting cords. If you do not, noise may be heard. 2 Hooking up the aerials AM loop aerial* (supplied) FM aerial** *Reorient the aerial to improve broadcast reception. **Keep the aerial as horizontal as possible. Setting up the AM loop aerial Tip The sound quality may be changed depending on the polarity of the plug.
4 Inserting batteries into the remote Insert two size AA (R6) batteries (not supplied) Setting Up Setting Up Replacing batteries With normal use, the batteries should last for about six months. When the remote no longer operates the player, replace all the batteries with new ones.
Connecting optional components FUNCTION You can enjoy the sound from a VCR or MiniDisc player/ recorder through the speakers of this player. Be sure to turn off the power of each component before making connections. For details, refer to the instruction manual of the component to be connected. Note Connect the cables firmly to avoid any malfunction. Tip You can record the sound of the connected component. Insert a cassette, and while keeping r/P pressed, press ( of the tape player.
Notes • As long as “Cd” appears in the display, the optical digital output jack is in operation and the jack lights even if the CD is in stop mode. • If you play a CD-ROM that is not for audio use, noise may be heard. Recording a CD on a MiniDisc recorder and DAT recorder Front panel of this player MiniDisc recorder, DAT recorder, etc.
Selecting the audio emphasis SOUND (Sound Mode/MEGA BASS) You can adjust the audio emphasis of the sound you are listening to. Selecting the sound characteristic Press SOUND to select the audio emphasis you want. Choose To get powerful, clean sounds, emphasizing low and high range audio “MEGA BASS” appears in the display.
Additional Information Precautions On safety • As the laser beam used in the CD player section is harmful to the eyes, do not attempt to disassemble the casing. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. • Do not place anything within 10 mm of the side of the cabinet. The ventilation holes must be unobstructed for the player to operate properly and prolong the life of its components.
Precautions (continued) Notes on CDs • Before playing, clean the CD with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the CD from the center out. Notes on cassettes • Break off the cassette tab from side A or B to prevent accidental recording. If you want to reuse the tape for recording, cover the broken tab with adhesive tape. Side A • Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners or anti-static spray intended for vinyl LPs.
Troubleshooting Remedy There is no audio. • Press POWER to turn on the player. • Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet securely. • Connect the power cord to the POWER IN of the player (page 26). • Connect the audio connecting cord correctly (page 27.) • Adjust the volume. • Unplug the headphones when listening through speakers. “no disc“ lights in the display even when a CD is in place. • Insert the CD with the label surface up. The CD does not play. • • • • The sound drops out.
Timer Tape Player Troubleshooting (continued) 36 Symptom Remedy The tape does not move when you press an operation button. • Close the cassette compartment securely. The r/P button does not function/The tape does not play. • Make sure the safety tab on the cassette is in place. • Press p on the TAPE section to switch the function of the player to “TAPE”. The tape does not erase completely. • Clean the erasing heads (see page 38.) The tape does not record.
Remote Symptom Remedy The remote does not function. • Replace all the batteries in the remote with new ones if they are weak. • Make sure that you are pointing the remote at the remote sensor on the player. • Remove any obstacles in the path of the remote and the player. • Make sure the remote sensor is not exposed to strong light such as direct sunlight or fluorescent lamp light. • Move closer to the player when using the remote.
Maintenance Cleaning the lens If the lens becomes dirty, it may cause a skipping of sound during CD operation. Clean with a commercially available blower. Cleaning the tape heads and tape path Wipe the heads, the pinch rollers and the capstans with a cleaning swab slightly moistened with cleaning fluid or alcohol after every 10 hours of operation for optimum playback and recording quality.
Specifications AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION With 6.0-ohm loads, both channels driven from 100 - 15,000 Hz; rated 9.4 W per channel-minimum RMS power, with no more than 10 % total harmonic distortion in AC operation. Other Specifications CD player section System Compact disc digital audio system Laser diode properties Material: GaAlAs Wave length:780 nm Emission duration: Continuous Laser output: Less than 44.
Index A I, J, K S Audio emphasis 32 Selecting AUTO PRESET 17 Improving broadcast reception 7 B L Batteries for remote 29 direction of the tape 9 CD player 12 Cleaning cabinet 38 tape heads and tape path 38 MEGA BASS 32 Playing a CD 4 a tape 8 tracks repeatedly 14 Waking up to music 21 Presetting radio stations 17 Troubleshooting 35 Program Play 15 U, V, W, X, Y, Z Using the display 12 Demagnetizing the tape heads 38 Radio stations playing 18 presetting 17 Recording aerials 28 on a tape
