Sony MHC-ZX10 User's Manual
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1. J 1 t ic OBSS ga gt Press CINEMA SPACE repeatedly to select the surround effect you desire Each time you press the button the display changes as follows CINEMA SPACE l SURROUND ON SURROUND OFF CINEMA SPACE is the surround effect for movies SURROUND appears in the display CINEMA SPACE Tip If you want to memorize the effect store it into a personal file see Creating a personal audio effect file on page 37 Note When you choose other sound effects the surround effects will be canceled To adjust the parameter of cinema space You can adjust the surround balance and feel as if you are there 1 Press CINEMA SPACE to select CINEMA SPACE 2 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Sound Mode then press PUSH ENTER 3 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select Cinema Space then press PUSH ENTER 4 Move the multi stick toward A or Y repeatedly to adjust the seat position to the fixed place of the sound field 3 steps 5 Move the multi stick toward lt or repeatedly to adjust the surround level 7 steps 6 Press PUSH ENTER To cancel the menu operation Press MODE SELECT Note Under the following circumstances CINEMA SPACE effects will not function2. 3 3 1 1 Insert a recordable tape into deck B 2 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until the source you want to record e g CD appears 3 Press REC PAUSE START Deck B stands by for recording The TAPE B B gt indicator for front side lights To Press es SS SS a Stop recording E 2 J Pause recording REC PAUSE START To cancel the menu operation Press MODE SELECT Tips e If you want to record from the reverse side press TAPE B lt to light its indicator after pressing REC PAUSE START in step 3 e When you want to reduce the hiss noise in low level high frequency signals do the following procedure after pressing REC PAUSE START in step 3 1 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Set Up Mode then press PUSH ENTER 2 Move the multi stick toward lt or repeatedly to select TAPE Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 3 Move the multi stick toward lt or repeatedly to select DOLBY NR Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 4 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select On then press PUSH ENTER DOLBY NR appears in the display To return to the original setting repeat steps 1 through 4 and select Off in step 4 e When recording from a CD you can use k d or PPI to select tracks during rec pause mode after pressing REC PAUSE START in step 3 and before pressing again in st
3. 1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until CD appears in the display then place a CD 2 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Set Up Mode then press PUSH ENTER 3 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select CD Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 4 Move the multi stick toward lt 4 or P repeatedly to select Repeat Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 5 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select Repeat 1 or Repeat All then press PUSH ENTER When Repeat 1 is selected one track is repeated When Repeat All is selected playback varies according to the setting of Play Mode Set Up menu Play Mode Repeat 1 Disc all tracks on the current CD 1 Shuffle up to five times All Discs all tracks on the all CDs up to five times All Shuf Not available Program the Program up to five times To change the Play Mode setting see page 12 To cancel the menu operation Press MODE SELECT To cancel Repeat Play Select Repeat Off in step 5 Playing the CD tracks in random order Shuffle Play You can play all the tracks on one CD or all CDs in random order ee i 1 Multi stick 2 ower PUSH ENTER 00 k Seas ona
4. J Ssa5 ooe gt GROOVE For a powerful sound GROOVE Press GROOVE The volume switches to power mode DBFB is automatically set to full strength the equalizer curve changes and the GROOVE button lights Press GROOVE again to return to the previous volume DBFB Dynamic Bass Feedback continued quewysnipy punos 39943 fa 31 32 Adjusting the sound continued To reinforce lower bass sound V GROOVE Press V GROOVE The lower bass frequency of the music you are listening to is powerfully reinforced DBFB is automatically set to full strength the equalizer curves changes loudness increases and the V GROOVE button lights Press V GROOVE again to return to the previous level To produce a clear sound GROOVE EX Press GROOVE EX The higher frequencies of the music you are listening to is reinforced DBFB is automatically set to full strength the equalizer curves changes loudness increases and the GROOVE EX button lights Press GROOVE EX again to return to the previous level Selecting the preset audio effect file The audio effect file menu lets you select the sound characteristic according to the sound you are listening to Selecting the effect from the music menu VO Multi stick Power PUSH ENTER eli i Gl H SO O
5. E 1 Multi stick Power 1 LO rush ENTER pa mie SO 5 i I I I T ij OO D o A Q J JL il MODE SELECT ENTER 4 VOL gt Press FUNCTION repeatedly until CD appears in the display then place a CD Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Set Up Mode then press PUSH ENTER Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select CD Set Up then press PUSH ENTER Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select Program Set then press PUSH ENTER Move the multi stick toward A or V repeatedly to select a CD If you want to program all the tracks on a CD at once select a CD in this step then skip step 6 and continue with step 7 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select the desired track Disc number Track number LA 2da Total playing time including selected track Press PUSH ENTER The track is programmed When all the tracks are selected AL appears in the display and all the tracks are programmed as one step The program step number appears followed by the total playing time 8 To program additional tracks repeat steps 5 through 7 Skip step 5 to select tracks from the same disc QO Press PUSH ENTER 10 Press CD BFI All the tracks play in the order you selected To cancel the menu operation Press MODE SELECT
6. DISC 1 5 1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until CD appears in the display then place a CD 2 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Set Up Mode then press PUSH ENTER 3 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select CD Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 4 Move the multi stick toward lt 4 or P repeatedly to select Play Mode Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 5 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select All Shuf or 1 Shuffle then press PUSH ENTER All Shuf shuffles all the CDs in the player 1 Shuffle shuffles the CD whose DISC pointer indicator is lit 6 Press CD BFI All the tracks play in random order To cancel the menu operation Press MODE SELECT To cancel Shuffle Play 1 Perform steps through 4 in the above procedure 2 Move multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select All Discs or 1 Disc then press PUSH ENTER The tracks continue playing in their original order To select a desired CD Press DISC 1 5 Tips e To skip a track press PPA e You can start Shuffle Play during Normal Play by selecting All Shuf or 1 Shuffle 4eKeld GD PUL i 23 Programming the CD tracks Program Play You can make a program of up to 32 tracks from all the CDs in the order you want them to be played
7. To the digital input of the MD deck Connecting an MD deck for analog recording Make sure to match the color of the plugs and the connectors To listen to the sound of the connected MD deck press FUNCTION repeatedly until MD appears To the audio input of the MD deck To the audio output of the MD deck continued s usuodwo jeuondo i 45 Connecting audio components continued Connecting a super woofer speaker You can connect an optional super woofer speaker To super woofer Connecting headphones Connect headphones to PHONES jack No sound will come out of the speakers VO Power PHONES Connecting a VCR Make sure to match the color of the plugs and the connectors To listen to the sound of the connected VCR press FUNCTION repeatedly until VIDEO appears Refer to the instructions of each component To the audio output of the VCR OTO bo O Eig ict C Note When you connect a VIDEO CD player connect the audio output jacks of the VIDEO CD player to
8. Creating a personal audio effect file Personal file You can create a personal file of audio patterns surround effect and graphic equalizer and store them in the memory of the unit The personal files can later be used when you listen to a favorite tape CD or radio program You can create up to five audio files Before operation first select the audio effect you want for your basic sound VO Multi stick Power PUSH ENTER 00 Ssg oo 1 Obtain the sound effect you want by controling the graphic equalizer see page 36 and selection surround effect see page 35 2 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Sound Mode then press PUSH ENTER 3 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select P File Memory then press PUSH ENTER The personal file number appears in the display 4 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select the file number P FILE 1 5 where you want to store the sound effect 5 press PUSH ENTER The adjusted sound effects are stored under the selected file number The settings previously stored at this memory location are erased and replaced by the new settings To cancel the menu operation Press MODE SELECT To call up the personal file
9. Break off the cassette tab of side A If you later want to reuse the tape for recording cover the broken tab with adhesive tape However be careful not to cover the detector slots which allow the tape player to automatically detect the type of tape Tape type CrO2 METAL NORMAL Sa Detector slots continued uo euuoyu jeuonippY i 49 50 Precautions continued 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 When using a tape longer than 90 minutes The tape is very elastic Do not change the tape operations such as play stop and fast winding etc frequently The tape may get entangled in the tape deck Cleaning the tape heads Clean the tape heads after every 10 hours of use When the tape heads become dirty the sound is distorted there is a decrease in sound level the sound drops out the tape does not erase completely the tape does not record Make sure to clean the tape heads before you start an important recording or after playing an old tape Use separately sold dry type or wet type cleaning cassette For details refer to the instructions of the cleaning cassette Demagnetizing the tape heads Demagnetize the tape heads and the metal parts that have contact with the tape every 20 to 30 hours of use with a separately sold demagnetizing cassette For detai
10. When using headphones When TAPE B is in REC PAUSE mode When recording using TAPE B quswysni py punos i 35 Controlling the graphic equalizer You can control the sound by raising or lowering the levels of specific frequency ranges Before operation first select the audio effect you want for your basic sound V4 Multi stick 2 Power PUSH ENTER EI pa ol Le o o o J J i SS E asa ga 1 Select the audio effect you want for your basic sound see Selecting the preset audio effect file on page 32 2 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Sound Mode then press PUSH ENTER 3 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select Equalizer Control then press PUSH ENTER 4 Move the multi stick toward lt 4 or P repeatedly to select a frequency band 5 steps 5 Move the multi stick toward A or V repeatedly to adjust the level 9 steps 6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 7 Press PUSH ENTER when finished To cancel the menu operation Press MODE SELECT Note If you choose another audio effect other than Effect Off the adjusted sound effect is lost To retain the adjusted sound effect for future use store it in a personal file See Creating a personal audio effect file on page 37
11. TAPE Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 6 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select Direction Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 7 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select 1 Way to record on one side or Cycle or Relay to record on both sides then press PUSH ENTER 8 Press REC PAUSE START Recording starts continued suoij ei0do Jiseg i 13 Recording a CD continued To stop recording Press W To cancel the menu operation Press MODE SELECT Tips e If you want to record from the reverse side press TAPE B to light its indicator after pressing CD SYNC e 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 e When you want to reduce the hiss noise in low level high frequency signals do the following procedure after pressing CD SYNC 1 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Set Up Mode then press PUSH ENTER 2 Move the multi stick toward lt or repeatedly to select TAPE Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 3 Move the multi stick toward lt or repeatedly to select DOLBY NR Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 4 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select On then press PUSH ENTER DOLBY NR appears in the display To return to the original setting repeat steps through 4 and select
12. hs PTY Select 38 TUNER Memory 8 TUNER Erase 9 Mode End Direction Set Up 13 16 18 20 DOLBY NR Set Up 14 17 19 Mode End Clock Set 6 Timer See 43 Timer Select 42 44 Mode End
13. then press PUSH ENTER A preset number and the frequency appear in the display The stations are stored from preset number automatically Preset number A Press PUSH ENTER Repeat steps 2 through 6 to store other stations To cancel the menu operation Press MODE SELECT To tune in a station with a weak signal Press lt lt or gt P repeatedly in step 2 to tune in the station manually To set another station to an existing preset number Start over from step 1 After step 5 press K lt or PP to select the preset number where you want to store the other station then press PUSH ENTER You can preset a new station in the selected preset number To erase a preset station 1 Press TUNER BAND to select FM or AM 2 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Set Up Mode then press PUSH ENTER 3 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select TUNER Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 4 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select TUNER Erase then press PUSH ENTER 5 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select the preset number you want to erase then press PUSH ENTER Select TUNER Ers FM ALL or TUNER Ers AM ALL when you want to erase all the preset stations When you erase a preset number the preset number decreases by one and all preset numbers following the erased one are renumbered Tip The preset stations are retai
14. 2 ENTER ol HO 6 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt ae repeatedly to select TAPE Set Up G then press PUSH ENTER 7 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt r x repeatedly to select Direction Set Up then press PUSH ENTER a Il 8 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt eea ees repeatedly to select 1 Way to record on one side or Cycle or Relay to record on both sides then press PUSH ENTER Mniek Press REC PAUSE START 4 9 3 PUSH ENTER Recording starts L Press TUNER BAND to select FM or To stop recording AM Press W 2 Press Ke or DPI repeatedly to tune in To cancel the menu operation a preset station Press MODE SELECT Preset number T STEREO Frequency Tips e If you want to record from the reverse side press TAPE B lt to light its indicator after pressing REC PAUSE START in step 4 e 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 e To record non preset stations use lt 4 and PP in step 2 to tune in the desired station manually e When you want to reduce the hiss noise in low level high frequency signals do the following procedure after pressing REC PAUSE START in step 4 1 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Set Up Mode then press PUSH ENTER 2 Move the multi stick toward lt or repeatedly to select TAPE Set Up then press PUSH
15. Cleaning the tape heads on page 50 Noise increases or the high frequencies are erased e The record playback heads are magnetized Demagnetize them see Demagnetizing the tape heads on page 50 After pressing P lt a or there is a mechanical noise EJECT appears in the display and the unit enters standby mode automatically e The cassette tape was not inserted correctly Eject the tape and turn the power back on Tuner Severe hum or noise TUNED or STEREO flashes in the display e Adjust the antenna e The signal strength is too weak Connect the external antenna A stereo FM program cannot be received in stereo e Select Stereo in the Stereo Mono menu If other troubles not described above occur reset the system as follows 1 Unplug the power cord 2 Plug the power cord back in 3 Press W DISPLAY and DISC 5 at the same time 4 Press I to turn on the power The system is reset to the factory settings All the settings you made such as the preset stations clock and timer are cleared You should set them again Specifications Amplifier section AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS U S A model only POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION with 8 ohm loads both channels driven from 120 10 000 Hz rates 110 watts per channel minimum RMS power with no more than 10 total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated o
16. Off in step 4 Note You cannot listen to other sources while recording Listening to the radio Preset Tuning Preset radio stations in the tuner s memory first see Step 3 Presetting radio stations on page 8 vO MODE Power 2 lt lt gt gt 1 SELECT pmm Ho FO o Ka I j OO O _ Q ji See ia ona VOLUME Multi stick PUSH ENTER TUNER BAND laa gt gt lt lt gt gt VOL 1 Press TUNER BAND repeatedly to select FM or AM 2 Press Ke or DPI repeatedly to tune in the desired preset station Preset number d STEREO Frequency When only one station is preset ONE PRESET appears in the display To Do this Turn off the radio Press 1 0 Adjust the volume Turn VOLUME or press VOL on the remote To listen to non preset radio stations Use manual or automatic tuning in step 2 For manual tuning press lt lt or gt P repeatedly For automatic tuning press and hold lt lt or PP Tips e Pressing TUNER BAND when the power is off automatically turns the power on and tunes to the last received station One Touch Play When the system is in the Power Saving Mode the One Touch Play function does not work e You can switch from another source t
17. One Touch Play When the system is in the Power Saving Mode the One Touch Play function does not work e You can switch from another source to the tape deck just by pressing TAPE A or TAPE B B or A Automatic Source Selection e When you want to reduce the hiss noise in low level high frequency signals do the following procedure 1 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Set Up Mode then press PUSH ENTER 2 Move the multi stick toward lt or repeatedly to select TAPE Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 3 Move the multi stick toward lt or repeatedly to select DOLBY NR Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 4 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select On then press PUSH ENTER DOLBY NR appears in the display To return to the original setting repeat steps 1 through 4 and select Off in step 4 Searching for the beginning of a track AMS During playback press k or PPI repeatedly to go forward in the same direction as the lt or B indicator Press k or BPI repeatedly in the opposite direction to go back The search direction forward or back and number of songs being skipped 1 9 appear in the display Example searching forward 2 songs AMS Automatic Music Sensor The deck stops automatically after repeating the sequence five times The AMS function may not operate correctly under the following circumstances When the unr
18. Set up the AM loop antenna then If the supplied adapter on the plug does not fit your wall outlet detach it from the plug connect it only for models equipped with an adapter J ack type Extend the FM lead antenna horizontally To connect optional components AM loop antenna See page 45 To deactivate activate the demonstration When you set the time Step 2 Setting the time on page 6 the demonstration is deactivated To activate deactivate the demonstration again press DISPLAY repeatedly while the system is off continued J ack type Extend the FM lead antenna horizontally AM loop antenna peyezs Hu f Step 1 Hooking up the system continued To attach the front speaker pads Attach the supplied front speaker pads to the bottom of the speakers to stabilize the speakers and prevent them from slipping Inserting two size AA R6 batteries into the remote 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 Note If you do not use the remote for a long period of time remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage When carrying this system Do the following to protect the CD mechanism Make sure that all discs are removed from the unit 1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until CD appears in the display 2 Hold down V GRO
19. Total playing time including selected track 8 Press PUSH ENTER The track is programmed When all the tracks are selected AL appears in the display and all the tracks are programmed as one step The program step number appears followed by the total playing time 9 To program additional tracks to be recorded on side A repeat steps 6 through 8 Skip step 6 to select tracks from the same disc 10 Press Ill on the remote to insert a pause at the end of side A P appears in the display and the total playing time resets to Om00s in the display 1 1 Repeat steps 7 and 8 for tracks from the same disc or steps 6 through 8 for tracks from another disc to program the remaining tracks to be recorded on side B 12 Press CD SYNC Deck B stands by for recording and the CD player stands by for playback The TAPE B B indicator for front side lights and the REC PAUSE START button flashes 13 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Set Up Mode then press PUSH ENTER 14 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select TAPE Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 15 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select Direction Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 16 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select 1 Way to record on one side or Cycle or Relay to record on both sides then press PUSH ENTER 17 Press REC PAUSE START Reco
20. 1 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Sound Mode then press PUSH ENTER 2 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select File Select then press PUSH ENTER 3 Move the multi stick toward lt or repeatedly to select the file number you desire P FILE 1 5 4 Press PUSH ENTER Tip The sound effect you stored are retained for half a day even if you unplug the power cord or if a power failure occurs quswysn py punos 37 38 Other Features To check the RDS information Usi ng the Radi 0 Dat a Each time you press DISPLAY the display Syst e m RDS changes as follows Station name For European model only Fiegueny What is the Radio Data Program type System l Clock display Radio Data System RDS is a broadcasting service that allows radio stations to send Preset file name or additional information along with the regular EFFECT ON OFF program signal This tuner offers convenient RDS R gt s 2 Tf the RDS broadcast is not received the station features like station name display and location of name and program type may not appear in the stations by program type RDS is available only display for FM stations Note RDS may not work properly if the station you are Locat i ng a station by program tuned to is not transmitting the RDS signal properly or if the signal strength is weak type PTY You can locate a station you want by
21. ENTER 3 Move the multi stick toward lt or repeatedly to select DOLBY NR Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 4 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select On then press PUSH ENTER DOLBY NR appears in the display To return to the original setting repeat steps 1 tthrough 4 and select Off in step 4 e If noise is heard while recording from the radio move the respective antenna to reduce the noise Playing a tape You can use any type of tape TYPE I normal TYPE II CrO2 or TYPE IV metal since the deck automatically detects the tape type You can also use k d and PI to quickly search for songs you want to hear VO Multi stick Power 2 7 E PUSH ENTER al i gt J FO O I ilk IL JL if ome ce O y LA esaa ogna laa p gt 1 VOLUME lt lt gt gt Hea PP lt lt gt gt TAPE A B TAPE B B MODE SELECT ENTER VOL gt continued suo e do Jiseg f 17 18 Playing a tape continued TL Press A or SB and insert a recorded tape in deck A or B Insert with the side you want to play facing forward Tape presence indicator lights in the display Zo SEN Tape presence indicator 2 Press FUNCTION repeatedly to select TAPE A or TAPE B 3 Pres
22. To cancel Program Play 1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until CD appears in the display 2 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Set Up Mode then press PUSH ENTER 3 Move the multi stick toward lt or repeatedly to select CD Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 4 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select Play Mode Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 5 Move the multi stick toward lt or repeatedly to select All Discs or 1 Disc then press PUSH ENTER The tracks continue playing in their original order To add tracks to the existing program Follow steps 1 through 9 when playback is stopped Add the desired track after the last programmed step To check the program 1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until CD appears in the display 2 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Set Up Mode then press PUSH ENTER 3 Move the multi stick toward lt or repeatedly to select CD Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 4 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select PGM Check Clear then press PUSH ENTER 5 Move the multi stick toward lt or PB The disc number and the track number appears 6 After checking the program press MODE SELECT To clear a desired step from the program 1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until CD appears in the display 2 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Set Up Mode then press PUSH ENTER 3 Move the multi
23. gt gt gt Va gt Press and hold LOOP on the remote during playback at the point you want to start the Loop function and release to resume normal play To adjust the loop length Press or repeatedly while holding LOOP on the remote to select different loop lengths LOOP 1 20 Sound Adjustment Flashing part of a CD Flash With the Flash function you can flash the CD sound during playback This lets you create original recordings a VVVVV 0 alo 007800 FLASH a i O Q R gt Press and hold FLASH on the remote during playback at the point you want to start the Flash function and release to resume normal play To adjust the flash length Press or repeatedly while holding FLASH on the remote to select different flash lengths FLASH 1 20 To use LOOP and FLASH together Press and hold both LOOP and FLASH at the same time Notes The loop and flash length cannot be adjusted during this operation Adjust the loop and flash lengths independently beforehand if necessary e To record the flash effect use the analog MD OUT connections or this unit s tape deck Adjusting the sound You can reinforce the bass create a more powerful sound or listen with headphones VO Power GROOVE EX V GROOVE Hol EJ o I aS O _
24. instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance CAUTION The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard INFORMATION This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help CAUTION You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment NOTICE FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN CANADA CAUTION TO PREVEN
25. how to set the time while the power is off To change the time while the power is on do the following 1 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Set Up Mode then press PUSH ENTER 2 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select Timer Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 3 Move the multi stick toward lt or repeatedly to select Clock Set then press PUSH ENTER 4 Perform steps 3 through 6 on the left Note The clock settings are canceled when you disconnect the power cord or if a power failure occurs peyezs Hu i Step 3 Presetting radio stations You can preset a total of 30 stations 20 for FM and 10 for AM V4 Multi stick 3 Power PUSH ENTER Cou lo H FO O SN mj E I f FN ofo Jl YF S mi aa PPI 2 1 Press TUNER BAND repeatedly to select FM or AM 2 Press and hold lt 4 or P gt until the frequency indication starts to change then release Scanning stops automatically when a station is tuned in TUNED and STEREO for a stereo program appear STEREO 3 4 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Set Up Mode then press PUSH ENTER Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select TUNER Set Up then press PUSH ENTER Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select TUNER Memory
26. selecting a Not all FM stations provide RDS service nor do j i program type The unit tunes in the type of they provide the same type of services If you are not familiar with the RDS system check with your programs currently being broadcast from the RDS local radio stations for details on RDS services in stations stored in the tuner s preset memory your area i B 1 0 Multi stick Power 1 PUSH ENTER Receiving RDS broadcasts gt Simply select a station from the FM band When you tune in a station that provides RDS services the station name appears in the display 1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until TUNER appears in the display 2 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Set Up Mode then press PUSH ENTER 3 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select TUNER Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 4 Move the multi stick toward lt or P repeatedly to select PTY Select then press PUSH ENTER 5 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select the program type you want See the List of program types section below Press PUSH ENTER The unit starts searching the preset RDS stations SEARCH and the selected program type are shown alternately in the display When the tuner receives a program the preset station number flashes 7 Move the multi
27. stick toward lt or repeatedly to select CD Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 4 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select PGM Check Clear then press PUSH ENTER 5 Move the multi stick toward lt or PB The disc number and the track number appears 6 When you want to clear the displayed track press PUSH ENTER Clear appears in the display 7 Press PUSH ENTER again The track displayed in step 5 is cleared from the program To clear the entire program 1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until CD appears in the display 2 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Set Up Mode then press PUSH ENTER 3 Move the multi stick toward lt or repeatedly to select CD Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 4 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select PGM Check Clear then press PUSH ENTER 5 To clear the entire program move the multi stick toward lt or repeatedly to select PGM All Clear then press PUSH ENTER 6 PGM All Clear appears Press PUSH ENTER again Entire program is cleared Tips e You can make a program in the Play Mode Set Up menu Select Play Mode Set Up in step 4 then move the multi stick toward lt or repeatedly to select Program and press PUSH ENTER Then follow steps 5 to 10 e The program you made remains in the system s memory even after it has been played back Press CD B II to play the s
28. stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to display the preset station number you desire 8 Press PUSH ENTER while the preset station number is flashing To cancel the menu operation Press MODE SELECT To cancel PTY search Press W List of program types PTY NEWS News programs AFFAIRS Topical programs that expand on current news INFO Programs about consumer affairs medical advice SPORT Sports programs EDUCATE Educational programs such as how to programs and advice DRAMA Radio plays and serials CULTURE Programs about national or regional culture language and social concerns SCIENCE Programs about the natural sciences VARIED Programs containing celebrity interviews panel games and comedy POP M Popular music programs ROCK M Rock music programs EASY M Easy listening middle of the road music LIGHT M Classical music such as instrumental vocal and choral works CLASSICS Performances of major orchestras chamber music opera etc OTHER M Music such as rhythm and blues and reggae WEATHER Weather information FINANCE Stock market reports and trading etc continued soinjes 4 19410 i 39 40 Using the Radio Data System RDS continued CHILDREN Programs for young SOCIAL Programs about people and the things that affect them RELIGION Programs of religious contents PHONE I
29. Button s lt lt gt gt Scans for a station or selects a SLEEP Selects a sleep timer preset station OTHERS cD Remote Function Remote Function Button s Button s Vo Turns the systemon or off CD amp Starts play back VOL Adjusts the volume E Stops playback gt 4 4 Use to select menu and adjust the lI Pauses playback ENTER settings laa gt PI Selects a track AMS Automatic FUNCTION Selects the function Music Sensor MODE SELECT Enters the menu mode lt lt gt gt Locates a desired point in a track FILE SELECT Selects the preset audio effect file DISC SKIP Exchanges CDs LOOP Activates Loop function FLASH Activates Flash function uo euuoyu jeuonippY i 55 56 Index Adjusting the parameter of cinema space 35 the sound 31 the volume 12 15 18 Antennas 5 47 Automatic Source Selection 12 15 19 Batteries 6 ca CD player 11 21 25 CD Synchro Recording 13 Clock setting 6 Connecting 4 6 45 48 Daily Timer 41 Dimmer 34 Display 21 Edit 27 30 Flash 31 High speed Dubbing 20 Hooking up optional components 45 48 the antennas 5 47 the power 5 the system 4 LL Listening to the radio 14 Loop 30 Multi stick 7 Normal Play 11 One Touch Play 12 15 19 Personal file 37 Playing aCD 11 atape 17 tracks in random order Shuffle Play 23 tracks in the desired order Program Play 24 tracks repeatedly Repeat Play 22 Presetting radio stations 8 P
30. CD Player The CD tray does not close e The CD is not placed properly The CD will not play e The CD is not lying flat in the disc tray e The CD is dirty e The CD is inserted label side down e Moisture condensation has built up Remove the CD and leave the system turned on for about an hour until the moisture evaporates Play does not start from the first track e The player is in program or shuffle mode Select 1 Disc or All Discs in the Play Mode menu pages 23 25 Over is displayed e You have reached the end of the CD Press and hold lt 4 to return continued uon euuoyju eUOIppy i 51 52 Troubleshooting continued Tape Deck The tape does not record e No tape in the cassette holder e The tab has been removed from the cassette see To save a tape permanently on page 49 e The tape has reeled to the end The tape does not record nor play or there is a decrease in sound level e The heads are dirty Clean them see Cleaning the tape heads on page 50 e The record playback heads are magnetized Demagnetize them see Demagnetizing the tape heads on page 50 The tape does not erase completely e The record playback heads are magnetized Demagnetize them see Demagnetizing the tape heads on page 50 There is excessive wow or flutter or the sound drops out e The capstans or pinch rollers are dirty Clean them see
31. European model Dimensions w h d Mass U S A model Canadian model European model Supplied accessories 120 V AC 60 Hz 230 V AC 50 60 Hz 190 watts 195 watts 200 watts Approx 250 x 375 x 395 mm Approx 11 5 kg Approx 11 5 kg Approx 11 0 kg AM loop antenna 1 FM lead antenna 1 Remote Commander 1 Batteries 2 Speaker cords 2 Front speaker pads 8 Optional accessories Surround speaker SS SR125 Speaker system Speaker units Full range Nominal impedance Dimensions w h d Mass 1 way l unit bass reflex type 8 cm cone type 16 ohms Approx 220 x 100 x 195 mm Approx 1 0 kg net per speaker For the customers in Canada Use only the optional SS SR125 surround speaker for connection to the SURROUND SPEAKER connector on the MHC ZX10 Design and specifications are subject to change without notice Parts Identification for TAPE Remote Function t h t Button s e re mo e TAPE A B Starts playback TAPE B B Each time you press this button You can also operate the system with the supplied the tape reverses direction remote E Stops playback You can operate with the remote only Haa PPI Searches for the beginning of a Track AMS lt lt gt gt Fast forwards or rewinds TUNER Remote Function Button s TIMER TUNER BAND _ Selects FM or AM Remote Function Hea PP I Selects a preset number
32. N Programs where members of the public express their views by phone or in a public forum TRAVEL Programs about travel Not for announcements that are located TP TA LEISURE Programs on recreational activities such as gardening fishing cooking etc JAZZ Jazz programs COUNTRY Country music programs NATION M Programs featuring the popular music of the country or region OLDIES Programs featuring oldies music FOLK M Folk Music Programs DOCUMENT Investigative features TEST Test signal for emergency broadcasts ALARM Emergency broadcasts NONE Any programming not defined above Note No PTY appears when the program type you selected is not currently being broadcast Falling asleep to music Sleep Timer You can let the system turn off at the preset time so you can sleep to the music You can preset the time to be turned off in 10 minute increments SLEEP D gt m o gt O K gt Press SLEEP on the remote Each time you press the button the minute display the turn off time changes as follows Auto 90min 80min 70min gt 10min gt Off Auto When you choose Auto The power turns off when the current CD or tape finishes playback for up to 100 minutes To check the remaining time Press SLEEP on the remote once To change the time to turn off Press SLEEP on the remote repeatedly to sel
33. NTER On appears and the hour digits flash in the display Giy DAILY 1 o7 Set the time to start playback Move the multi stick toward A or V repeatedly to set the hour then press PUSH ENTER The minute digits flash in the display gyon 1 PEN Move the multi stick toward A or V repeatedly to set the minute then press PUSH ENTER continued soinjes 4 19410 i 41 42 Waking up to music continued 8 Set the time to stop playback following step 7 9 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select the music source you want Each time you move the multi stick toward lt or P the display changes as follows m gt TUNER lt gt CD Play e i TAPE Play __ LO Press PUSH ENTER The type of timer Daily 1 or Daily 2 followed by the start time stop time and the music source appears then the original display appears 1 1 Turn off the power To cancel the menu operation Press MODE SELECT To check the setting 1 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Set Up Mode then press PUSH ENTER 2 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select Timer Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 3 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select Timer Select then press PUSH ENTER 4 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select the respective mode Daily 1 or Daily 2 then press PUSH EN
34. OVE and press I so that LOCK appears in the display Step 2 Setting the time You must set the time before using the timer functions The clock is on a 24 hour system for the European model and on a 12 hour system for other models For illustration purposes the 24 hour system model is used VO Power 2 3 4 5 6 1 1 Press MODE SELECT when the system is turned off Clock Set appears When the system is in the Power Saving Mode Clock Set will not appear Either set Power Saving Mode off or follow the steps on the following page To change the time after turning the power on 2 Press PUSH ENTER The hour indication flashes 3 Move the multi stick toward A or V repeatedly to set the hour 4 Move the multi stick toward gt The minute indication flashes 5 Move the multi stick toward A or V repeatedly to set the minute Press PUSH ENTER To cancel the menu operation Press MODE SELECT Tips e Refer to the illustration to use the multi stick Place your finger on the center of the multi stick and move in the direction you want up down or left right shown A or lt gt in this manual Up A Left lt 4 Right gt Down e If you ve made a mistake start over from step 1 To change the time The previous explanation shows you
35. Playing time CD indicators oS 4 In 1 Disc play mode see page 12 x eas ae Disc presence indicator Disc pointor indicator In All Discs play mode see page 12 ow res ne ne oS oS w eD o o mi continued suo eado Jiseg i 11 12 Playing a CD continued To Do this Stop play Press W Pause Press CD Bf or HE on the remote Press again to resume play Select a track During play or pause press PI to go forward or k to go back Find a point in Press and hold down BP or lt 4 a track during play and release it at the desired point Select a CD Press one of the DISC 1 5 buttons in stop mode or DISC SKIP on the remote 1 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Set Up Mode then press PUSH ENTER 2 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select CD Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 3 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select Play Mode Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 4 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select Play Mode 1 Disc then press PUSH ENTER Play only the CD you have selected Play all CDs 1 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Set Up Mode then press PUSH ENTER 2 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select CD Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 3 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select Play Mode S
36. S O N Y 4 227 887 13 1 Mini Hi Fi Component System Operating Instructions Owner s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the rear panel 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 COMPACT DIGITAL AUDIO TEAT MHC ZX10 2000 Sony Corporation To prevent fire or shock hazard do not expose the unit to rain or moisture To avoid electrical shock do not open the cabinet Refer servicing to qualified personnel only 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 The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT MARKING is located on the rear exterior CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE KLASS 1 LASERAPPARAT NOTICE FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN THE U S A RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN H CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL 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
37. T ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT USE THIS POLARIZED AC PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT BLADE EXPOSURE FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN NORTH AMERICA loners ENERGY STAR is a U S registered mark As ENERGY STAR Partner Sony Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency This stereo system is equipped with the Dolby B type noise reduction system Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation DOLBY and the double D symbol OO are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation 0G AA46 Table of Contents Getting Started Sound Adjustment Step 1 Hooking up the system 0 0 0 0 4 Adjusting the sound n se 31 Step 2 Setting the time oo 6 Selecting the preset audio effect file 32 Step 3 Presetting radio stations 8 Changing the spectrum analyzer display 34 Saving the power in standby mode 10 Selecting surround effects oo 35 Controlling the graphic equalizer 36 Basic Ope rations Creating a personal audio effect file 37 Playing aC cs siscssescstenccscnescivcseescveeseteuke PE Other Features Recording a CD Listening to the radio cccseseeetereeees 14 Using the Radio Data System RDS 38 Recording from the radio miniset 16 Falling asleep tO MUSIC essences 40 Playing a tape oo eee eeeeseeeeeee
38. TER To change the setting start over from step on page 41 To cancel the timer operation 1 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Set Up Mode then press PUSH ENTER 2 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select Timer Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 3 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select Timer Select then press PUSH ENTER 4 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select Timer Off then press PUSH ENTER Tip The power turns on 15 seconds before the preset time Notes e You cannot activate DAILY 1 and DAILY 2 Timer at the same time e You cannot set the timer if the starting time and stopping time are the same e When you use the Sleep Timer Daily Timer will not turn on the system until the Sleep Timer turns it off e You cannot activate Daily Timer and Timer recording at the same time Timer recording radio programs To timer record you must preset the radio station see Step 3 Presetting radio stations on page 8 and set the clock see Step 2 Setting the time on page 6 beforehand 9 Multi stick PUSH ENTER 1 Tune in the preset radio station see Listening to the radio on page 14 2 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly
39. ame program again e If m s appears instead of the total playing time during programming this means you have programmed a track number which exceeds 20 the total playing time has exceeded 100 minutes Note The program remains in the memory until it is cleared by following the steps of To clear the entire program However when using Tape Select Edit function the program is cleared automatically J eld GD PUL i 26 The Tape Deck Recording on a tape manually You can record from CD tape or radio as you like For example you can record just the songs you want or record from the middle of the tape The recording level is adjusted automatically VO Multi stick Power 2 a PUSH ENTER a o H o ol i 9 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Set Up Mode then press PUSH ENTER Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select TAPE Set Up then press PUSH ENTER Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select Direction Set Up then press PUSH ENTER Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select 1 Way to record on one side or Cycle or Relay to record on both sides then press PUSH ENTER Press REC PAUSE START Recording starts Start playing the source to be recorded
40. ating 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 disconnect the cord mains lead pull it out by the plug Never pull the cord itself Should any solid object or liquid fall into the component unplug the stereo system and have the component checked by qualified personnel before operating it any further e The AC power cord must be changed only at a qualified service shop On placement e Place the stereo system in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent heat build up in the stereo system e Do not place the unit in an inclined position e Do not place the unit in locations where it is Extremely hot or cold Dusty or dirty Very humid Vibrating Subject to direct sunlight On operation e If the stereo system is brought directly from a cold to a warm location or is placed in a very damp room moisture may condense on the lens inside the CD player Should this occur the system will not operate properly Remove the CD and leave the system turned on for about an hour until the moisture evaporates e When you move the system take out a
41. ba T Sasa gaa 1 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Set Up Mode then press PUSH ENTER Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select Display Set Up then press PUSH ENTER Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select Spectrum Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 4 Move the multi stick toward lt 4 or P repeatedly to select the effect you desire press PUSH ENTER Each time you move the multi stick toward lt 4 or P the display changes as follows Spectrum 1 t Spectrum 2 t Spectrum 3 t Spectrum Off To cancel the menu operation Press MODE SELECT To adjust the brightness of the display In step 3 above select Dimmer Set Up Move the multi stick toward lt or repeatedly to select the effect you desire press PUSH ENTER Each time you move the multi stick toward lt or gt the display changes as follows Dimmer Off t Dimmer 1 eee 2 ee 3 ae 4 t Dimmer 5 To check the frequency level The meters in the display rise and fall according to the strength of beat high frequency and low frequency Low frequency around 100 Hz meter High frequency around 6 kHz meter PSS eS Selecting surround effects You can enjoy surround effects 1 0 Power
42. d lt or gt repeatedly to select Timer Select then press PUSH ENTER 4 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select REC then press PUSH ENTER To change the setting start over from step on page 43 To cancel the timer operation 1 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Set Up Mode then press PUSH ENTER 2 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select Timer Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 3 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select Timer Select then press PUSH ENTER 4 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select Timer Off then press PUSH ENTER Notes e If the power is on at the preset time the recording will not be made e You cannot set the timer if the starting time and stopping time are the same e When you use the Sleep Timer Timer recording will not turn on the system until the Sleep Timer turns it off e You cannot activate Timer recording and Daily Timer at the same time Optional components Connecting audio components Depending on the equipment to be connected and the method of connecting select one of the following connections Refer to the instructions of each component Connecting an MD deck for digital recording You can record from CD into the MD deck digitally by connecting an optical cable
43. ecorded space between songs is less than 4 seconds long Ifcompletely different information is recorded on the left and right channels When there are continuous sections of extremely low level or low frequency sound like those of a baritone sax When the unit is placed near a television In this case we recommend moving the unit away from the television or turning off the television suoizei0do Jiseg i 19 20 VO Power 2 Recording from a tape High speed Dubbing You can use TYPE I normal or TYPE II CrO2 tapes The recording level is automatically adjusted Multi stick m PUSH ENTER O 7 O 7 1 1 Press amp A and amp B and insert a recorded tape in deck A anda recordable tape in deck B Insert with the side you want to play recored facing forward Cn CG Cn 2 Press HI DUB Deck B stands by for recording 3 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Set Up Mode then press PUSH ENTER 4 Move the multi stick toward lt 4 or gt repeatedly to select TAPE Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 5 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select Direction Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 6 Move the multi stick toward lt or repeatedly
44. ect the time you want To cancel the Sleep Timer function Press SLEEP on the remote repeatedly until Sleep Off appears Waking up to music Daily Timer You can wake up to music at a preset time every day Make sure you have set the clock see Step 2 Setting the time on page 6 1 1 Multi stick PUSH ENTER uaii i ie Ho fa SO oO oO I I I ji O Q lo e oO Ic 7 baat 7 Sasasa gaa 2 1 Prepare the music source you want to play e CD Insert a CD To start from a specific track make a program see Programming the CD tracks on page 24 e Tape Insert an tape with the side you want to play facing forward e Radio Tune in the preset station you want see Listening to the radio on page 14 2 Adjust the volume Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Set Up Mode then press PUSH ENTER Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select Timer Set Up then press PUSH ENTER Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select Timer Set then press PUSH ENTER Set Daily 1 appears Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select Daily 1 or 2 then press PUSH E
45. eeteeneeee 17 Waking up to MUSIC 1 41 Recording from a tape wo ce eeeeeeeeeeee 20 Timer recording radio programs 43 The CD Player Optional components Using the CD display c sccscsscssecseeseeeees Connecting audio components 45 Playing the CD tracks repeatedly Connecting a VCR innein aiia 46 Playing the CD tracks in random order 23 Connecting surround speakers 47 Programming the CD tracks 24 Connecting external antennas 47 The Tape Deck Additional Information Recording on a tape manually 0 26 Recording a CD by specifying track order S E EEE EE AA EE 27 DJ Effects Items in Sound Mode and Set Up Mode Looping part of a CD wesc OO SE e aT SG create cass Back cover Flashing part of a CD uo eee 31 European model only Getting Started Step 1 Hooking up the system Follow steps if through E of the following procedure to hook up your system using the supplied cords and accessories AM loop antenna FM antenna Front speaker Right Front speaker Left Note Connect the front speakers Keep the speaker cords away from the antennas Connect the speaker cords of the front to prevent noise speakers to the FRONT SPEAKER jacks as below Insert only the stripped portion Red Solid Black Stripe Connect the FM AM antennas Connect the power cord to a wall outlet
46. ep 8 Recording a CD by specifying track order Program Edit You can record tracks from all the CDs in the order you want When programming make sure the playing times for each side do not exceed the length of one side of the tape VO Power 2 12 W i j gt o HO FO g Oo ge o g I I i IL A x O O J ES So5 eo2 1 7 1 1 PUSH ENTER VVVVV 0 OKOFA continued 27 28 Recording a CD by specifying track order continued 1 Place a CD and insert a recordable tape into deck B 2 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until CD appears in the display 3 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Set Up Mode then press PUSH ENTER 4 Move the multi stick toward lt 4 or P repeatedly to select CD Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 5 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select Program Set then press PUSH ENTER 6 Move the multi stick toward A or V repeatedly to select a CD If you want to program all the tracks on a CD at once select a CD in this step then skip step 7 and continue with step 8 7 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select the desired track Track number Disc number
47. et Up then press PUSH ENTER 4 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select Play Mode All Discs then press PUSH ENTER RemoveaCD Press one of the amp 1 5 buttons Exchange other Press one of the amp 1 5 buttons CDs while to open the tray that contains playing the CD that you want tochange When you change the CD press the same button to close the tray Adjust the Turn VOLUME or press VOL volume on the remote Tips e Pressing CD B gt II when the power is off automatically turns the power on and starts CD playback if there is a CD in the tray One Touch Play When the system is in the Power Saving Mode the One Touch Play function does not work e You can switch from another source to the CD player and start playing a CD just by pressing CD BI or one of the DISC 1 5 buttons Automatic Source Selection If there is no CD in the player No Disc appears in the display When a disc tray is holding a CD the indicator for the tray lights orange In the display when a disc tray holding a CD is selected or the CD in the disc tray is playing the disc pointer indicator lights When a disc tray holding a CD is not selected the disc presence indicator lights but the disc pointer indicator does not light When all disc trays are empty all the disc pointer indicators and all the disc presence indicators light Note When a tray has not been read by the unit the disc prese
48. fo o o Q Fest CMO DOK X CAD gt O FILE SELECT gt Q MODE SELECT A ENTER KFA J gt 1 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Sound Mode then press PUSH ENTER 2 Move the multi stick toward lt or repeatedly to select File Select then press PUSH ENTER 3 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select the preset you desire The preset name appears in the display See the chart Music menu options 4 Press PUSH ENTER To cancel the menu operation Press MODE SELECT Tip When using the remote press FILE SELECT repeatedly until the effect name you want appears To cancel the effect Select Effect Off in step 2 Music menu options Effect For ROCK POP JAZZ DANCE SOUL Standard music sources ORIENTAL ACTION DRAMA GAME SF Soundtracks and special listening situations P FILE 1 5 Personal file The personal file function lets you store your own effects see Creating a personal audio effect file on page 37 quswysn py punos f 33 34 Changing the spectrum analyzer display You can enjoy changing the display while listening to the music VO Multi stick Power PUSH ENTER a Ho H FO Oo o E N O I I I it a ome Sy s A
49. ges as follows During normal playback Playing time of the current track l Remaining time of the current track Remaining time of current CD 1 Disc mode or m s display All Discs mode Title name of the current track Clock display for eight seconds l Preset file name or EFFECT ON OFF When playback is stopped During Program Play mode when there is a program m gt The last track number of the program and the total playing time Total number of programmed tracks for eight seconds bd Title name and the artist name of the CD v Clock display for eight seconds v L Preset file name or EFFECT ON OFF In other conditions Total number of tracks and total playing time l Title name and the artist name of the CD l Clock display for eight seconds L Preset file name or EFFECT ON OFF With CD TEXT discs only certain characters cannot be displayed Depending on the disc some CD TEXT information may not appear 4aKeld GD 4L i 21 22 Playing the CD tracks repeatedly Repeat Play This function lets you repeat a single CD or all CDs in Normal Play Shuffle Play and Program Play Multi stick VO Power 1 PUSH ENTER J J k a asa a
50. i stick toward lt or repeatedly to select TAPE Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 3 Move the multi stick toward lt or repeatedly to select DOLBY NR Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 4 Move the multi stick toward lt or repeatedly to select On then press PUSH ENTER DOLBY NR appears in the display To return to the original setting repeat steps 1 thruogh 4 again to select Off in the step 4 continued 20g ode ouL f 29 30 Recording a CD by specifying track order continued Selecting tape length automatically Tape select Edit You can check the most suitable tape length for recording a CD Note that you cannot use Tape Select Edit for discs containing over 20 tracks 1 Insert a CD 2 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until CD appears in the display 3 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Set Up Mode then press PUSH ENTER 4 Move the multi stick toward lt 4 or P repeatedly to select CD Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 5 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select CD Edit Start then press PUSH ENTER The required tape length for the currently selected CD appears followed by the total playing time for side A and side B respectively Looping part of a CD Loop With the Loop function you can repeat part of a CD during playback This lets you create original recordings LOOP w t olo Jov zc0o0 gt gt
51. ls refer to the instructions of the demagnetizing cassette Troubleshooting If you run into any problem using this stereo system use the following check list First check that the power cord is connected firmly and the speakers are connected correctly and firmly Should any problem persist consult your nearest Sony dealer General The display starts flashing as soon as you plug in the power cord even though you haven t turned on the power demonstration mode e Press DISPLAY once when the power is turned off The demonstration disappears The clock setting radio presetting timer is canceled e The power cord is disconnected or a power failure occurs longer than half a day Redo the followings Step 2 Setting the time on page 6 Step 3 Presetting radio stations on page 8 If you have set the timer also redo Waking up to music on page 41 and Timer recording radio programs on page 43 There is no sound e Rotate VOLUME clockwise The headphones are connected e Insert only the stripped portion of the speaker cord into the SPEAKER jack Inserting the vinyl portion of the speaker cord will obstruct the speaker connections e There is no audio output during timer recording There is severe hum or noise e A TV or VCR is placed too close to the stereo system Move the stereo system away from the TV or VCR appears in the display e A power inter
52. nce indicator may light even though there is no disc on the tray Recording a CD CD Synchro Recording The CD SYNC button lets you record from a CD to a tape easily You can use TYPE I normal or TYPE II CrO2 tapes The recording level is adjusted automatically TAPE B B gt indicator TAPE B VO Multi stick Power 3 E PUSH ENTER oO oO Cy I IL L IL O O y 8 REC PAUSE START 2 1 1 Press B and insert a recordable tape into deck B Insert with the side you want to record facing forward 2 Press one of the amp 1 5 buttons and place a CD on the disc tray Press the same button to close the disc tray If the indicator for the tray you want to record is not lit press DISC SKIP on the remote repeatedly until it lights Place with the label side up When you play a CD single 8 cm CD place it on the inner circle of the tray 3 Press CD SYNC Deck B stands by for recording and the CD player stands by for playback The TAPE B W indicator for the front side lights and the REC PAUSE START button flashes 4 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Set Up Mode then press PUSH ENTER 5 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select
53. ned for half a day even if you unplug the power cord or a power failure occurs To change the AM tuning interval Except for the European model The AM tuning interval is factory preset to 9 kHz 10 kHz in some areas To switch the AM tuning interval tune in any AM station first then turn off the power While holding down MODE SELECT turn the power back on When you switch the interval AM preset stations are erased To switch back to the original interval repeat the same procedure peyezs Hua ff 10 Saving the power in standby mode You can lower the power consumption to a minimum Power Saving Mode and save energy in the standby mode Vv Power Display f H Oo o T r r LE YW Q oo o v y LA J Sasa aaa gt Press DISPLAY repeatedly when the power is off Each time you press the button the display changes as follows m gt Demonstration clock Power Saving Mode _ The system is turned on off by pressing I Q Tips I indicator and timer indicator when the timer is set light even in the Power Saving Mode e The timer functions in the Power Saving Mode Notes e You cannot set the time in the Power Saving Mode e One Touch Play function does not work in the Power Saving Mode To cancel
54. ny discs If you have any questions or problems concerning your stereo system please consult your nearest Sony dealer Notes on CDs e Before playing clean the CD with a cleaning cloth Wipe the CD from the center out Do not use solvents such as benzene thinner commercially available cleaners or anti static spray intended for vinyl LPs e Do not expose the CD to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air ducts nor leave it in a car parked in direct sunlight e When using CDs that have glue or similar tacky substance on the label side of the disc or that used a special ink when the label was printed there is a chance that the CD or label may become attached to parts inside this unit When this occurs it may not be possible to remove the CD and may also cause this unit to malfunction Be sure to check that the label side of the CD is not sticky before using The following types of CD should not be used Rental or used CDs with attached seals where the glue extends beyond the seal The perimeter of the seal on the CD is tacky CDs that have labels printed using a special ink that feels tacky when touched Cleaning the cabinet Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with mild detergent solution 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 Oo o O l 1o Ee Tab of side B Tab of side A Side A
55. o the radio just by pressing TUNER BAND Automatic Source Selection e When an FM program is noisy do the following procedure 1 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Set Up Mode then press PUSH ENTER 2 Move the multi stick toward lt or repeatedly to select TUNER Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 3 Move the multi stick toward lt or repeatedly to select Stereo Mono then press PUSH ENTER 4 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select Mono then press PUSH ENTER Mono appears in the display There will be no stereo effect but the reception will improve To restore the stereo effect repeat steps 1 through 4 and select Stereo in step 4 e To improve broadcast reception reorient the respective antenna suoijei0do Jiseg 15 j 3 Press amp B and insert a recordable tape Recording from the aoe p Insert with the side you want to record facing radio You can record the radio program on a tape by forward calling up a preset station You can use TYPE I normal or TYPE H CrO2 tapes The recording level is automatically adjusted vo 2 1 5 Pi Power TAPEB m G Press REC PAUSE START Deck B stands by for recording f O ol 2 5 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Set Up Mode then press PUSH
56. rding starts To stop recording Press W To cancel the menu operation Press MODE SELECT To check the order 1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until CD appears in the display 2 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Set Up Mode then press PUSH ENTER 3 Move the multi stick toward lt or repeatedly to select CD Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 4 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select PGM Check Clear then press PUSH ENTER 5 Move the multi stick toward lt or PB The disc number and the track number appears 6 After checking the program press MODE SELECT To cancel Program Edit 1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until CD appears in the display 2 Pres MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Set Up Mode then press PUSH ENTER 3 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select CD Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 4 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select Play Mode Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 5 Move multi stick toward lt or repeatedly to select All Discs or 1 Disc then press PUSH ENTER The tracks continue playing in their original order Tip When you want to reduce the hiss noise in low level high frequency signals do the following procedure after pressing CD SYNC in step 12 in the previous page 1 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Set Up Mode then press PUSH ENTER 2 Move the mult
57. reset tuning 14 Program Edit 27 Program Play 24 Protecting recordings 49 PTY 38 Radio Data System 38 Radio stations presetting 8 tuning in 14 Recording aCD 13 aradio program 16 timer recording 43 Repeat Play 22 Resetting the system 52 Saving recordings 49 Selecting the audio effect file 32 Setting the time 6 Shuffle Play 23 Sleep Timer 40 Sound adjustment 31 GROOVE 31 GROOVE EX 32 V GROOVE 32 Station name 38 T U V W X Y Z Tape Select Edit 30 Timer falling asleep to music 40 timer recording 41 waking up to music 40 Troubleshooting 50 Tuner 8 14 38 Tuning interval 9 Items in Sound Mode and Set Up Mode The numbers in parenthesis denotes the page number for the item e To cancel the menu operation press MODE SELECT The items with asterisk cannot be selected depending on the situation The items in double box are not in the menu In order to select the doublebox items press the corresponding buttons on the front panel or on the remote Select Mode End to finish the menu operation Cannot be selected during CD playback d Cannot be selected during CD program playback Sony Corporation Printed in Malaysia cosaup TUNER Set Up TAPE Set Up Timer Set Up Display Set Up Repeat Set Up 22 Play Mode Set Up 12 1 CD Edit Start 30 2 Program Set 24 27 PGM Check Clear 25 29 Mode End
58. ruption occurred Set the clock and timer settings again The timer does not function e Set the clock correctly Daily 1 Daily 2 or REC do not appear when you select Timer Select menu e Set the timer correctly e Set the clock The remote does not function e There is an obstacle between the remote and the system e The remote is not pointing in the direction of the system s sensor e The batteries have run down Replace the batteries There is acoustic feedback e Decrease the volume level e Move the microphone away form the speakers or change the direction of the microphone The color irregularity on a TV screen persists Turn off the TV set once then turn it on after 15 to 30 minutes If the color irregularity still persists place the speakers farther away from the TV set PROTECT and PUSH POWER appear alternately A strong signal was input Press 1 to turn off the power leave the system turned off for a while then press 1 again to turn on the power If PROTECT and PUSH POWER appear alternately even after the power is turned on again press I to turn off the power and check the speaker cord Speakers Sound comes from one channel or unbalanced left and right volume e Check the speaker connection and speaker placement Sound lacks bass e Check that the speaker s and jacks are connected correctly
59. s MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Set Up Mode then press PUSH ENTER 4 Move the multi stick toward lt 4 or P repeatedly to select TAPE Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 5 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select Direction Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 6 Move the multi stick toward lt or repeatedly to select 1 Way to play one side Cycle to play both sides or Relay to play both decks in succession then press PUSH ENTER 7 Press TAPE A or TAPE B B Press TAPE A or TAPE B lt to play the reverse side The tape starts playing When using the remote press TAPE A or TAPE B B to start playback To play reverse side press TAPE A or TAPE B B again Relay play always follows the following sequence m gt Deck A front side gt Deck A reverse side Deck B reverse side Deck B front side To Do this Stop play Press W Fast forward Press lt lt or DP Rewind Press lt lt or DP Remove the cassette Press A or B Adjust the volume Turn VOLUME or press VOL on the remote This tape deck does not have play pause function You cannot use Ill to pause tape playback To cancel the menu operation Press MODE SELECT Tips Notes Pressing TAPE A or TAPE B B or lt when the power is off automatically turns the power on and starts tape playback if there is a tape in the deck
60. t Level 18 dBm Tape player section Recording system Frequency response DOLBY NR OFF 4 track 2 channel stereo 40 13 000 Hz 3 dB using Sony TYPE I cassette 40 14 000 Hz 3 dB using Sony TYPE II cassette 0 15 W Peak IEC 0 1 W RMS NAB 0 2 W Peak DIN Wow and flutter Tuner section FM stereo FM AM superheterodyne tuner FM tuner section Tuning range North American model Other models Antenna 87 5 108 0 MHz 100 kHz step 87 5 108 0 MHz 50 kHz step FM lead antenna 75 ohm unbalanced 10 7 MHz Antenna terminals Intermediate frequency AM tuner section Tuning range North American model 530 1 710 kHz with the interval set at 10 kHz 531 1 710 kHz with the interval set at 9 kHz 531 1 602 kHz with the interval set at 9 kHz AM loop antenna External antenna terminal 450 kHz European model Antenna Antenna terminals Intermediate frequency continued uo euuoyu jeuonippY i 53 54 Specifications continued Speaker SS ZX10 Speaker system 3 way bass reflex type magnetically shielded type Speaker units Woofer Tweeter 17 cm cone type 5 cm cone type Super Tweeter 4 cm cone type Nominal impedance 8 ohms Dimensions w h d Approx 250 x 375 x 285 mm Mass Approx 5 5 kg net per speaker General Power requirements North American model European model Power consumption U S A model Canadian model
61. the MD IN jacks of this unit Connecting surround speakers Connect the speaker cords of the surround speakers to the appropriate SURROUND SPEAKER jacks Connect the solid cords to the red jacks and connect the striped cords to the black jacks Keep the speaker cords away from the antennas to prevent noise To the surround speaker Left To the surround speaker Right Note Be sure to connect both left and right surround speakers Otherwise the sound will not be heard Connecting external antennas Connect the external antenna to improve the reception Refer to the instructions of each component FM antenna Connect the optional FM external antenna You can also use the TV antenna instead J ack type Wet 75 ohm coaxial cable not supplied Jack type IEC standard socket connector not supplied continued sjusuodwo jeuondo i 47 48 Connecting external antennas continued AM antenna Connect a 6 to 15 meter insulated wire to the AM antenna terminal Leave the supplied AM loop antenna connected J ack type Insulated wire not supplied X d M759 X U ae J ack type Insulated wire not supplied Ey 7 CGs5Q OAA Additional Information Precautions On oper
62. the Power Saving Mode Press DISPLAY once to show the demonstration twice to show the clock display Basic Operations Playing a CD Normal Play You can play up to five CDs in a row CD BI MODE SELECT l vO Multi stick Power kK gt gt i E PUSH ENTER ce 1 T Ea H HO H HO eo oj Le J O O lE e ri T a gt i 2 1 VOLUME lt lt gt gt DISC SKIP kea PPI lt gt gt CD gt MODE SELECT ENTER VOL gt 1 Press one of the amp 1 5 buttons and place a CD on the disc tray If a disc is not placed properly it will not be recognized Place with the label side up When you play aCD single 8 cm CD place it on the inner circle of the tray Press the same button to close the disc tray To insert other CDs press amp of other numbers to open the disc tray The CD presence indicator lights in the display Disc presence indicator 2 Press one of the DISC 1 5 buttons The disc tray closes and play starts If you press CD BHI or CD C gt on the remote when the disc tray is closed playback starts from the CD loaded on the tray whose disc pointer indicator lights Disc number Track number ee
63. to select Set Up Mode then press PUSH ENTER 3 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select Timer Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 4 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select Timer Set then press PUSH ENTER Set Daily 1 appears 5 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select Set REC then press PUSH ENTER On appears and the hour digits flash in the display 6 Set the time to start recording Move the multi stick toward A or V repeatedly to set the hour then press PUSH ENTER The minute digits flash in the display Move the multi stick toward A or V repeatedly to set the minute then press PUSH ENTER continued soinjes 4 19410 i 43 44 Timer recording radio programs continued 7 Set the time to stop recording following step 6 The start time appears followed by the stop time the preset radio station to be recorded e g TUNER FM 5 then the original display appears 8 Insert a recordable tape 9 Turn off the power When the recording starts the volume level is set to the minimum To cancel the menu operation Press MODE SELECT To check the setting 1 Press MODE SELECT repeatedly to select Set Up Mode then press PUSH ENTER 2 Move the multi stick toward lt or gt repeatedly to select Timer Set Up then press PUSH ENTER 3 Move the multi stick towar
64. to select 1 Way to record on one side or Cycle or Relay to record on both sides then press PUSH ENTER 7 Press REC PAUSE START Dubbing starts To stop dubbing Press W To cancel the menu operation Press MODE SELECT Tips e When you dub on both sides start recording from the front side If you record from the reverse side recording stops at the end of the reverse side e If you select Cycle in the Direction Set Up menu when the tapes you use have different lengths the tape in each deck reverses independently If you select Relay the tapes in both decks reverse together e You don t have to set DOLBY NR since the tape in deck B is automatically recorded in the same state as the tape in deck A The CD Player Using the CD display You can check the remaining time of the current track or that of the CD When a CD TEXT disc is loaded you can check the information stored on the disc such as the disc titles or artist names When the unit detects CD TEXT discs the CD TEXT indication appears in the display Vie Power DISPLAY fo 1 o Zasa ss gt Press DISPLAY Each time you press the button during normal playback or when playback is stopped the display chan
65. utput Total harmonics distortion Less than 0 07 8 ohms at 1 kHz 60 W Canadian model Continuous RMS power output reference 100 100 watts 8 ohms at 1 kHz 10 THD Total harmonics distortion Less than 0 07 8 ohms at 1 kHz 60 W European model DIN power output rated 80 80 watts 8 ohms at 1 kHz DIN Continuous RMS power output reference 100 100 watts 8 ohms at 1 kHz 10 THD Music power output reference 170 170 watts 8 ohms at 1 kHz 10 THD Inputs VIDEO AUDIO IN voltage 250 mV phono jacks impedance 47 kilohms MD IN voltage 450 mV phono jacks impedance 47 kilohms Outputs MD OUT voltage 250 mV phono jacks impedance 1 kilohms PHONES accepts headphones of stereo mini jack 8 ohms or more FRONT SPEAKER accepts impedance of 8 to 16 ohms SURROUND SPEAKER accepts impedance of 16 ohms SUPER WOOFER Voltage 1 V impedance 1 kilohms CD player section System Compact disc and digital audio system Laser Semiconductor laser A 780nm Emission duration continuous Laser output Max 44 6 uW This output is the value measured at a distance of 200 mm from the objective lens surface on the Optical Pick up Block with 7 mm aperture 780 790 nm 2 Hz 20 kHz 0 5 dB Wavelength Frequency response Signal to noise ratio More than 90 dB Dynamic range More than 90 dB CD OPTICAL DIGITAL OUT Square optical connector jack rear panel Wavelength 660 nm Outpu
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