3-867-342-13(1)
Micro HiFi
Component
System
Operating Instructions
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the system. 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.
CMT-ED2/ED2U
©1999 by Sony Corporation
WARNING
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.
NOTICE FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN
THE U.S.A.
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.
CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with this product will
increase eye hazard.
Note on CATV system installer:
This reminder is provided to call CATV system
installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that
provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in
particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be
connected to the grounding system of the building, as
close to the point of cable entry as practical.
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 modification
not expressly approved in this manual could void
your authority to operate this equipment.
NOTICE FOR THE CUSTOMERS IN
CANADA
CAUTION
TO PREVENT 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.
This system is equipped with the Dolby* B-type noise
reduction system.
* Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license
from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
“DOLBY” and the double-D symbol ; are
trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation.
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Table of Contents
Getting Started
Step 1: Hooking up the system ................ 4
Step 2: Setting the time ............................ 7
Step 3:
Presetting radio stations — Preset ..
Connecting optional components ............ 10
Basic Operations
Playing a CD — Normal Play ................. 13
Recording from a CD to a tape
— CD Synchro Recording ............... 14
Listening to the radio — Preset Tuning .. 16
Recording from the radio ........................ 17
Playing a tape .......................................... 18
The CD Player
Checking the remaining playing time on the
CD .................................................... 20
Playing CD tracks repeatedly
— Repeat Play .................................. 20
Playing CD tracks in random order
— Shuffle Play ................................. 21
Playing CD tracks in a favorite order
–– Program Play ............................... 22
Sound Adjustment
Generating a more dynamic sound.......... 26
Selecting the sound mode ....................... 26
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Other Features
Using the Radio Data System (RDS)* .... 27
Falling asleep to music — Sleep Timer .. 27
Waking up to music — Daily Timer....... 28
Timer-activated recording of radio
programs — REC Timer .................. 29
Additional Information
Precautions .............................................. 31
Troubleshooting ...................................... 32
Specifications .......................................... 34
Parts identification for the remote........... 36
Index.......................................... Back cover
* European model only
The Tape Deck
Recording to a tape manually.................. 23
Recording your favorite CD tracks to a tape
— Program Edit................................ 24
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Getting Started
Step 1: Hooking up the system
Follow steps 1 through 6 of the procedure below to hook up your system using the supplied cords and
accessories.
The speaker grille design differs somewhat from that of the U.S. and other models.
The U.S. model is used here for illustration purposes.
Rear cover
41
1 Remove the rear cover.
U
Push in on the tabs, pull downward,
and then lift off
Right speaker
5
Left speaker
2
U
3
6
2 Connect the speakers.
1 Connect the right and left speaker cords to
the SPEAKER terminals as shown below.
3
Gray (3)
L
#
Black (#)
#
R
3
Insert this
portion
Note
Keep the speaker cords away from the
antennas to prevent noise.
4
2 Fasten the four screws to both sides of the
unit.
+
–
4 After making sure that the cords are
correctly and securely connected,
reinstall the rear cover.
Pass the speaker cords through the holes on
both sides of the rear cover.
Getting Started
3 Attach the speakers.
Facing the front of the unit, attach the
speaker connected to the SPEAKER R
terminals onto the right side of the unit
and the speaker connected to the
SPEAKER L terminals onto the left side
of the unit.
Afterwards, push down on the speakers to
make sure they are securely fastened to the
unit.
+
–
3 For models with a voltage selector, set
VOLTAGE SELECTOR to the local
power line voltage.
220-240V
110-120V
VOLTAGE SELECTOR
U
5 Turn the unit upside down while
holding the glass door firmly with your
hand, then set the speaker cord into the
groove at the bottom of the unit.
*
* This groove is used to hold the power cord
when the optional stand is attached.
continued
5
+
–
Step 1: Hooking up the system
(continued)
6 Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.
If the plug does not fit the wall socket,
detach the supplied plug adaptor (only for
models equipped with an adaptor).
Note
Do not attempt to lift up the system by the speakers.
There is a chance the unit will detach and drop. To
move the system, detach the speakers first and carry
them separately.
Note on the glass door of the CD
player
The CD player door is made of tempered glass.
Under normal conditions, this tempered glass is
more shock resistant and able to bear more weight
than ordinary glass. This glass, however, may
shatter if it receives a sharp blow or if it is
scratched.
To detach the speakers
1 Slide the speakers in the opposite direction of
the arrows of the illustration in “Attach the
speakers” (see step 2-3 on page 5).
2 After detaching the speakers, pass the speaker
cords through the speaker cord slot at the
bottom of the speaker to prevent them from
being damaged.
Tip
If you use the system with the speakers detached, you
may remove the four screws on the both sides of the
unit. If you do, be sure to retain the screws for future
use.
To replace the speaker grille
To remove the speaker grille, grasp one of the corners
and lift the grille out towards you. You can replace
the grille with one of the other supplied grilles of a
different color.
Verify which sides of the grille are rounded, then
attach the grille with the rounded sides on the top and
the bottom.
To remove the AM antenna
If noise is heard while listening to an AM station,
remove the AM antenna from the rear panel and
place the antenna outside.
1 Remove the rear cover. (see step 1 on the
page 4).
2 Remove the AM antenna.
Slot
6
3 Reinstall the rear cover (see step 4 on the
page 5).
You can hang the AM antenna on a wall as
shown below.
If noise is heard while listening to an FM
station, remove the FM antenna from the rear
panel and place the antenna outside.
Hook
Inserting two size-AA (R6)
batteries into the remote
Step 2: Setting the time
Before you can use the system’s timer functions,
set the internal clock.
The clock uses a 24-hour system on the European
model, and a 12-hour system on other models.
The 24-hour system is used here for illustration
purposes.
To turn on the system, press ?/1.
?/1
(Power)
3,5,7
Getting Started
e
E
E
e
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.
Notes on batteries
• Make sure the battery poles (plus/minus) are
properly oriented.
• Do not use a new battery with an old one.
• Do not use different types of batteries together.
• If you do not use the remote for a long period of
time, remove the batteries to prevent possible
damage from battery leakage and corrosion.
• Do not use a battery that is leaking.
• If a battery has leaked, clean the battery
compartment and replace all the batteries.
• Do not place the remote in an extremely hot or
humid place.
• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight
or lighting apparatuses. Doing so may cause a
malfunction.
1
2,4,
6,8
1 Press TIMER SET.
The clock on the display begins to flash.
When “DAILY” or “c REC” appears, press
l/L repeatedly until it disappears.
SU 000
continued
7
Step 2: Setting the time
(continued)
2 Press ENTER.
The day of the week indication flashes.
7 Press l/L repeatedly to set the
minute.
FR1310
SU 000
3 Press l/L repeatedly to set the
day of the week.
FR 000
4 Press ENTER.
The hour indication flashes.
FR 000
5 Press l/L repeatedly to set the
hour.
FR1300
8 Press ENTER.
The clock will begin operating.
Tip
If you make a mistake, start over from step 1.
6 Press ENTER.
The minute indication flashes.
FR1300
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Step 3: Presetting radio
stations
The system can store a total of 30 preset stations
(20 for FM and 10 for AM). This section explains
how to tune in stations and preset them.
To turn on the system, press ?/1.
?/1
(Power)
— Preset
?/1
Z
12
+
–
nx
N
.m X M>
1 Press FUNCTION on the unit
repeatedly until “FM” or “AM” appears.
2 Press FM or AM on the unit to change
the band, if necessary.
3 Press TUNING MODE repeatedly until
“AUTO” appears.
4 Press +/–.
The frequency changes as the system scans
for a station. Scanning stops automatically
when a station is tuned in. At that time,
“TUNED” and “ST” (for stereo programs
only) appear.
1005
Getting Started
5
7
TUNING
+
5 Press MEMORY.
A preset number flashes.
1 1005
4,6
3
continued
9
Step 3: Presetting radio stations
(continued)
Connecting optional
6 Press +/– repeatedly to select the preset
number that you want.
3 1005
7 Press ENTER.
The station is stored to the selected preset
number.
8 Repeat steps 2 through 7 to preset other
stations.
To tune in a weak station
In step 3, press TUNING MODE repeatedly until
“MANUAL” appears, then press +/– repeatedly to
tune in the station.
To change the preset number
Start over from step 2.
Tip
The preset stations are saved in the system’s memory
for about two days even if you disconnect the power
cord or a power failure occurs.
components
This section explains how to connect a variety of
components to your system in order to enhance it.
Refer to the instructions included with each
component for details.
Connecting audio components
Connecting an MD deck for
analog recording
You can connect an MD deck to the system with
commercially available audio cords. Be sure to
match the color-coded pins to the appropriate
jacks. To listen to the MD deck after connecting it,
press FUNCTION repeatedly until “MD” appears.
To the audio output jacks on
the MD deck
To change the AM tuning
interval (not applicable on the
European model)
The AM tuning interval is factory-preset to 9 kHz (or
10 kHz on North American model). To switch the
AM tuning interval, tune in any AM station first, then
turn off the system. Pressing TUNING + on the unit
down, turn the system back on. When you change the
interval, all the AM preset stations are erased. To
change back to the original interval, repeat the same
procedure.
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To the audio input jacks on the MD
deck
Connecting an MD deck for
digital recording
By connecting an MD deck to the system with a
commercially available optical cable, you can
make a digital recording from a CD.
To the digital input
connector on the MD deck
Connecting a VCR
You can connect a VCR to the system with a
commercially available audio cord. Be sure to
match the color-coded pins to the appropriate
jacks. To listen to the VCR after connecting it,
press FUNCTION repeatedly until “MD” appears.
Connecting headphones
Connect headphones to the PHONES jack.
Getting Started
PHONES jack
Connecting external antennas
You can connect an external antenna to your
system to get better reception.
FM antenna
Connect a commercially available external FM
antenna to the FM ANTENNA terminal as shown
below. You may also connect a TV antenna for
the same purpose.
Screw clamp
To the audio output jacks on the
VCR
U
Ground wire
(not supplied)
IEC standard
socket connector
(not supplied)
continued
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Connecting optional components
(continued)
AM antenna
For the AM antenna, use a 6- to 15-meter (20- to
50-foot), horizontally extended insulated wire,
with one end connected to the AM ANTENNA
terminals as shown below. Leave the supplied AM
bar antenna connected.
Screw
clamp
Insulated wire
(not supplied)
AM bar antenna
U
Ground wire (not supplied)
Important
If you connect an external antenna, connect a ground
wire to the U terminal with a screw clamp. To avoid
causing a gas explosion, do not connect the ground
wire to a gas pipe.
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Basic Operations
Playing a CD
Do the procedure below to play a CD starting
from the first track.
To turn on the system, press ?/1.
?/1
(Power)
?/1
Z
xX
.m/M>
OPEN/
CLOSE
CD H
— Normal Play
1
nx
.m X M>
VOLUME +/
A
+
–
N
2
l/L
j/J
1 Press A (or OPEN/CLOSE on the
remote) to open the glass door and place
a CD on the disc tray.
Fit the CD onto the spindle.
Basic Operations
Getting Started/Basic Operations
–
Place
with the
label side
up.
2 Press N.
The glass door closes automatically and
playback starts.
1 005
Playing
time
Track
number
To Do this
Stop playback Press x.
Pause Press X. Press again to
Select a track During playback or pause,
Locate a desired
point in a track
Remove or replace
the CD
Adjust the volume
resume playback.
press .m/M> (or
l/L on the remote)
repeatedly until you find the
desired track.
During playback, press down
.m/M> (or
j/J on the remote) until
you find the desired point.
Press A (or OPEN/CLOSE on
the remote) to open the glass
door.
Press VOLUME +/–.
continued
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Playing a CD (continued)
To remove the CD
While pressing down on the spindle, lift up the
disc by its edge as shown below.
Tips
• If you press CD H on the remote when the power
is off, the system automatically turns on and the CD
starts playing if there is a CD on the disc tray (One
Touch Play).
• To switch to the CD while listening to another
source, press CD H on the remote. The CD will
automatically start playing (Automatic Source
Selection).
• “NO DISC” appears in the display if there is no CD
on the disc tray.
Recording from a CD to
a tape
— CD Synchro Recording
The CD Synchro Recording function makes it
easy to record from a CD to a tape. Both Type I
(normal) and Type II (CrO2) tapes can be used.
To record only the tracks that you want, it is
convenient to use the Program Edit function (see
page 24).
To turn on the system, press ?/1.
?/1
(Power)
?/1
Z
2,3 4
A
+
–
nx
N
.m X M>
14
1
OPEN/
CLOSE
6
DOLBY NR
x
7
5
1 Press Z PUSH and insert a recordable
Z
–+
nxN
.m X M>
BAND
TUNE
AM FM
tape into the cassette holder.
With the side you want to
record on facing towards you
2 Press A (or OPEN/CLOSE on the
remote) to open the glass door and place
a CD on the disc tray.
Fit the CD onto the spindle.
Place
with the
label
side up.
To stop recording
Press x.
Tip
To record with the Dolby NR system on, press
DOLBY NR on the remote before step 7. “;”
appears.
Notes
• You cannot listen to another source during CD
Synchro Recording.
• You cannot start recording on the side facing away
from you.
Basic Operations
3 Press A (or OPEN/CLOSE on the
remote) again to close the glass door.
4 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until
“CD” appears.
5 Press z REC on the remote.
The tape stands by for recording and the CD
stands by for playback.
“SYNCHRO” and “REC” appear.
6 Press DIR MODE on the remote to
select “g” to record on one side of the
tape or “j” to record on both sides.
7 Press S on the remote.
Recording starts on the side of the tape
facing towards you.
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Listening to the radio
— Preset Tuning
To Do this
Turn off the radio Press ?/1.
Adjust the volume Press VOL +/–.
Presetting radio stations in the system’s memory
in advance makes it easy to tune in those stations
later (see “Step 3: Presetting radio stations” on
page 9).
To turn on the system, press ?/1.
?/1
(Power)
1
3
2
STEREO/
MONO
+/–
VOL
1 Press TUNER/BAND repeatedly until
“FM” or “AM” appears.
2 Press TUNING MODE repeatedly until
“PRESET” appears.
To tune in a non-preset radio
station
In step 2, press TUNING MODE repeatedly until
“MANUAL” appears, then press +/– repeatedly to
tune in the desired station (Manual Tuning).
Tips
• If you press TUNER/BAND when the power is off,
the system automatically turns on and tunes in the
station last received (One Touch Play).
• To switch to the radio while listening to another
source, press TUNER/BAND (Automatic Source
Selection).
• If there is static during an FM broadcast, press
STEREO/MONO until “MONO” appears. The
broadcast will no longer be in stereo, but the
reception will improve. Press this button again to
restore the broadcast to stereo.
• For better reception, remove the rear cover and
place the antenna outside (see “To remove the AM
antenna” on page 6).
3 Press +/– repeatedly to display the
preset number of the desired station.
3 1005
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Frequency
Preset
number
Recording from the
Z
–+
nxN
.m X M>
BAND
TUNE
AM FM
radio
Do the procedure below to tune in a preset station
(see page 16) and record from the radio to a tape.
Both Type I (normal) and Type II (CrO2) tapes
can be used.
To turn on the system, press ?/1.
?/1
(Power)
?/1
nx
.m X M>
Z
+
–
N
4
1 Press TUNER/BAND repeatedly until
“FM” or “AM” appears.
2 Press TUNING MODE repeatedly until
“PRESET” appears.
3 Press +/– repeatedly to display the
preset number of the desired station.
3 1005
Frequency
Preset
number
4 Press Z PUSH on the unit and insert a
recordable tape into the cassette holder.
With the side you want to
record on facing towards you
Basic Operations
7
1
6
DOLBY NR
s
3
5
2
5 Press z REC.
The tape stands by for recording.
“REC” appears.
continued
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Recording from the radio
(continued)
Playing a tape
6 Press DIR MODE to select “g” to
record on one side of the tape or “j”
to record on both sides.
7 Press S.
Recording starts on the side of the tape
facing towards you.
To stop recording
Press s.
Tips
• To record from a non-preset station, press
TUNING MODE repeatedly in step 2 until
“MANUAL” appears, then press +/– repeatedly to
tune in the desired station.
• To record with the Dolby NR system on, press
DOLBY NR before step 7. “;” appears.
• If you hear static while you are recording an AM
radio program, remove the rear cover and place the
antenna outside (see “To remove the AM antenna”
on page 6).
Note
You cannot start recording on the side facing away
from you.
The system can play three types of tapes: Type I
(normal), Type II (CrO2) and Type IV (metal).
The system automatically detects the tape type so
there is no need to specify it.
To turn on the system, press ?/1.
?/1
(Power)
Z
2
VOLUME +/
?/1
nx
N
.m X M>
.m/M>
–
+
–
xX
41
18
TAPE nN
3
l/L
j/J
DOLBY NR
1 Press Z PUSH and insert a recorded
Z
–+
nxN
.m X M>
BAND
TUNE
AM FM
tape into the cassette holder.
With the side you want to
play facing towards you
2 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until
“TAPE” appears.
3 Press DIR MODE on the remote to
select “g” to play one side of the tape
or “j”* to play both sides
repeatedly.
* The tape automatically stops after playing
back five times.
4 Press N.
To start playing the reverse side, press n.
The tape starts playing.
Tips
• If you press TAPE nN on the remote when the
power is off, the system automatically turns on and
starts playing the tape if there is a tape in the holder
(One Touch Play).
• To switch to the tape while listening to another
source, press TAPE nN on the remote while the
tape is stopped. The tape will automatically start
playing (Automatic Source Selection).
• To play a tape recorded with the Dolby NR system,
press DOLBY NR on the remote before step 4.
“;” appears.
Basic Operations
To Do this
Stop playback
Pause
Press x.
Press X.
Press again to resume
playback.
Fast-forward or
rewind
With the tape stopped‚ press
.m/M> (or
j/J on the remote).
Locate the begining
of the current or next
track
Remove or replace
During playback‚ press
.m/M> (or
l/L on the remote).
Press Z PUSH.
the tape
Adjust the volume
Press VOLUME +/–.
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The CD Player
Checking the remaining playing time on the CD
Do the procedure below to check the remaining
playing time of the current track or the entire CD.
DISPLAY
, Press DISPLAY.
Each time you press this button, the display
changes as follows:
During playback
t Current track number and elapsed playing
time of the track
r
Current track number and remaining playing
time of the track
r
Remaining playing time of the entire CD
Tip
Each time you press DISPLAY while the CD is
stopped, the display changes as follows:
Clock display
Y
Current source display and total playing time
Playing CD tracks
repeatedly
The Repeat Play function lets you playback a
single track or all the tracks on a CD repeatedly in
Normal Play. You can also use Repeat Play
function while in Shuffle Play or Program Play.
CD REPEAT
, Press CD REPEAT repeatedly during
playback until “REPEAT” appears.
Repeat Play starts. The following table
describes the two repeat modes.
To repeat Press
All the tracks on theCDCD REPEAT repeatedly until
Only the currently
playing track*
* This function does not work during Shuffle Play or
Program Play.
To cancel Repeat Play
Press CD REPEAT repeatedly until “REPEAT”
and “REPEAT 1” disappear.
— Repeat Play
“REPEAT” appears.
CD REPEAT repeatedly until
“REPEAT 1” appears.
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Playing CD tracks in
random order
You can use this function to playback all the
tracks on a CD in random order.
— Shuffle Play
1
?/1
nx
+
–
N
To cancel Shuffle Play
Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until “SHUFFLE”
disappears.
Tips
• You can also start Shuffle Play during Normal Play
by selecting “SHUFFLE”.
• To skip a track, press L.
Note
You cannot go back to the preceding track by
pressing l.
The CD Player
3
L
2
1 Press FUNCTION on the unit
repeatedly until “CD” appears.
2 Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until
“SHUFFLE” appears.
3 Press CD H.
Shuffle Play starts. “;” appears while the
next track is being selected, and all the tracks
play in random order.
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Playing CD tracks in a
favorite order
–– Program Play
You can make a program of up to 24 tracks on a
CD in any order that you want.
1
?/1
nx
+
–
N
s
6
3
2
3 Press l or L repeatedly until the
desired track number appears.
3 243
Total
playing
time
Selected
track
number
4 Press ENTER.
The selected track is programmed. The
number of the selection just programmed
appears, followed by the total playing time of
the program.
5 To program additional tracks, repeat
steps 3 and 4.
6 Press CD H.
Program Play starts. The tracks play in the
order that they were programmed.
To cancel Program Play
Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until
“PROGRAM” disappears.
4
1 Press FUNCTION on the unit
repeatedly until “CD” appears.
2 Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until
“PROGRAM” appears.
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To Do this
Add a track to the
end of the program
Erase the entire
program
Tips
• The program you made remains in the system’s
memory until you turn off the system or remove the
CD. After the program finishes, press CD H to
play the program again.
• When the total playing time of the programmed
tracks exceeds 100 minutes, “- - . - -” appears in the
display.
• If you try to program more than 24 tracks, “FULL”
appears in the display.
Do steps 3 and 4 with
Program Play stopped.
Press s with Program Play
stopped.
The Tape Deck
Recording to a tape manually
Do the procedure below to manually record from
any source to a tape. For example, tracks from a
CD, the radio, or from any of the connected
components. This lets you record just the songs
that you want from a CD.
2
?/1
nx
.m X M>
Z
x
+
–
N
51
1 Insert a recordable tape.
2 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until the
source you want to record from appears.
3 Press z REC on the remote.
The tape stands by for recording.
“REC” appears.
4
Press DIR MODE on the remote to
select “g” to record on one side of the
tape or “j” to record on both sides.
5
Press X.
Recording starts on the side of the tape
facing towards you.
6 Start playing the source you want to
record from.
To Press
Stop recording x.
Pause recording X.
* When recording from a CD only
Tips
• To record with the Dolby NR system on, press
DOLBY NR on the remote before step 5. “;”
appears.
• When recording from a CD, CD synchro recording
starts (see “Recording from a CD to a tape” on page
14).
Press x again to stop playing
the CD.*
The Tape Deck
The CD Player/The Tape Deck
4
DOLBY NR
3
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Recording your favorite
1 Place a CD.
CD tracks to a tape
— Program Edit
With Program Edit function, you can select only
the CD tracks that you want using the Program
Play function, then record the programmed tracks
to a tape using the CD Synchro Recording
function.
1
A
?/1
nx
.m X M>
Z
3
+
–
N
2
2 Insert a recordable tape.
3 Press FUNCTION on the unit
repeatedly until “CD” appears.
4 Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until
“PROGRAM” appears.
5 Press l or L repeatedly until the
desired track number appears.
3 243
Total
playing
time
Selected
track
number
6 Press ENTER.
7 Repeat steps 5 and 6 to add more tracks
to be recorded on side A.
8 Press S where you want the system to
begin recording on side B.
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8,12
11
4
6
s
5
10
DOLBY NR
9 Repeat steps 5 and 6 to select tracks to
be recorded on side B.
10 Press z REC.
The tape stands by for recording and the CD
stands by for playback.
“SYNCHRO” and “REC” appear.
11 Press DIR MODE to select “g” to
record on one side of the tape or “j”
to record on both sides.
12 Press S.
Recording starts on the side of the tape
facing towards you.
To stop recording
Press s.
To cancel Program Edit
Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until
“PROGRAM” disappears.
Tip
To record with the Dolby NR system on, press
DOLBY NR on the remote before step 12. “;”
appears.
The Tape Deck
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Sound Adjustment
Generating a more dynamic sound
The Dynamic Sound Generator (DSG)
automatically enhances your music to produce a
more powerful sound.
DSG
, Press DSG.
To cancel the DSG
Press DSG again.
Selecting the sound mode
You can enjoy simulated surround stereo effects
when you listen to the music near the unit.
SURROUND
, Press SURROUND.
“SURR” appears.
To cancel the Surround
Press SURROUND again.
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Other Features
Using the Radio Data
System (RDS)
(European model only)
What is the Radio Data
System?
Radio Data System (RDS)* is a broadcasting
service that allows radio stations to send
additional information along with the regular
program signal.
Note
RDS may not work properly if the station you have
tuned in is not transmitting the RDS signal properly
or if the signal is weak.
* Not all FM stations provide RDS service, nor do
they all provide the same types of services. If you
are not familiar with the RDS system, check with
your local radio stations for details on RDS services
in your area.
Receiving RDS broadcasts
, 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.
Falling asleep to music
— Sleep Timer
The Sleep Timer function lets you specify a sleep
time, after which the system stops playing and
turns off automatically. You can thus fall asleep
to music.
Other Features
SLEEP
, Press SLEEP.
Each time you press this button, the sleep
time changes as follows:
AUTO t 90min t 80min t 70min
Rr
OFF T 10min .... T 60min
When you choose “AUTO”
The system turns off after the current CD or tape
finishes playing (up to 100 minutes). The system
also turns off when you manually stop the CD or
tape.
Sound Adjustment/Other Features
To check the RDS information
Each time you press DISPLAY on the remote, the
display changes as follows:
Station name*
Y
Clock display (Frequency**)
* If the RDS broadcast is not properly received,
the station name may not appear in the display.
**Pressing DISPLAY on the remote again causes
the frequency to appear in the display.
To check the remaining sleep
time
Press SLEEP once.
To change the sleep time
Press SLEEP repeatedly until the time you want
appears.
To cancel the Sleep Timer
function
Press SLEEP repeatedly until “OFF” appears.
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Waking up to music
— Daily Timer
By setting the Daily Timer, you can make the
system automatically turn on and off at specified
times. To use this function, make sure that you
have set the system clock correctly (see “Step 2:
Setting the time” on page 7).
10
4,6,
7,8
5,6,
7,9
3
TIMER
SELECT
1 Prepare the music source you want to
listen to when the system turns on.
• CD: Place a CD. To start playing from a
specific track, make a program (see
“Playing CD tracks in a favorite order” on
page 22).
• Tape: Insert a tape with the side you want
to play on facing towards you.
• Radio: Tune in the preset radio station
that you want (see “Listening to the radio”
on page 16).
2
4 Press l or L repeatedly until
“DAILY” apperars.
5 Press ENTER.
“ON” appears, then the hour indication
flashes.
ON 000
6 Set the starting time.
Press l or L repeatedly to set the
hour, then press ENTER.
The minute indication begins flashing next.
ON 700
Press l or L repeatedly to set the
minute, then press ENTER.
“OF” appears, then the hour indication
flashes again.
OF1000
2 Press VOL +/– to adjust the volume.
3 Press TIMER SET.
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7 Set the stopping time by repeating step
6.
8 Press l or L repeatedly until the
music source you want appears.
Each time you press the button, the display
changes as follows:
t CD Tt FM/AM T
t MD Tt TAPE T
9 Press ENTER.
The starting time, the stopping time, and the
music source appear in turn, then the original
display returns.
Timer-activated
recording of radio
programs
Set the REC Timer to make the system start
recording from a preset radio station at a specified
time (see “Step 3: Presetting radio stations” on
page 9). To use this function, make sure that you
have set the system clock correctly (see “Step 2:
Setting the time” on page 7).
— REC Timer
10 Press ?/1 to turn off the system.
To check the settings
Press TIMER SELECT repeatedly until “DAILY”
and “c REC” disappear, then press
TIMER SELECT repeatedly until “DAILY”
appears again.
The preset items appear in turn.
To turn off the Daily Timer
Press TIMER SELECT repeatedly until “OFF”
appears.
To turn the timer on again
Press TIMER SELECT repeatedly until “DAILY”
appears, then press ?/1 to turn off the system.
Tip
Once you set the Daily Timer, the time settings will
remain in the system’s memory until you change
them, even when you turn the system or the Daily
Timer off. The settings that were last used will be in
effect when you turn the timer on again.
Notes
• The system will turn on 15 seconds before the
specified starting time.
• The timer will not operate if the starting time and
the stopping time are the same.
• When you have set the Sleep Timer, the Daily
Timer will not operate until the Sleep Timer
function is turned off.
• You cannot operate the Daily Timer and the REC
Timer (see this page) at the same time.
8
3,5,
6
4,5,
6
2
TIMER
SELECT
1 Tune in the preset radio station that you
want to record from (see “Listening to
the radio” on page 16).
2 Press TIMER SET.
3 Press l or L repeatedly until
“c REC” appears.
continued
Other Features
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Timer-activated recording of
radio programs (continued)
4 Press ENTER.
“ON” appears, then the hour indication
flashes.
ON 000
5 Set the starting time.
Press l or L repeatedly to set the
hour, then press ENTER.
The minute indication begins flashing next.
ON 800
Press l or L repeatedly to set the
minute, then press ENTER.
“OF” appears, then the hour indication
flashes again.
OF1000
6 Set the stopping time by repeating step
5.
The starting time, the stopping time, the
recorded source, and the preset station appear
in turn, then the original display returns.
7 Insert a recordable tape with the side
you want to record on facing towards
you.
8 Press ?/1 to turn off the system.
When recording starts, the volume level is
automatically set to the minimum.
To check the settings
Press TIMER SELECT repeatedly until “c REC”
disappears, then press TIMER SELECT
repeatedly until “c REC” appears again.
The preset items appear in turn.
To turn off the REC Timer
Press TIMER SELECT repeatedly until “OFF”
appears.
To turn the timer on again
Press TIMER SELECT repeatedly until “c REC”
appears, then press ?/1 to turn off the system.
Tip
Once you set the REC Timer, the time settings will
remain in the system’s memory until you change
them, even when you turn the system or the REC
Timer off. The settings that were last used will be in
effect when you turn the timer on again.
Notes
• The system will turn on 15 seconds before the
specified starting time.
• If the power is on at the specified starting time,
recording will not occur.
• The timer will not operate if the starting time and
the stopping time are the same.
• When you have set the Sleep Timer, the REC Timer
will not operate until the Sleep Timer function is
turned off.
• You cannot operate the Daily Timer and the REC
Timer at the same time.
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Additional Information
Precautions
On operating voltage
Before operating the system, check that the operating
voltage of your system is identical with the voltage of
your local power supply.
On safety
• The CD player door of the main unit is made of
tempered glass. Under normal conditions, this
tempered glass is more shock resistant and able to
bear more weight than ordinary glass. This glass,
however, may shatter if it receives a sharp blow or
if it is scratched.
• 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
will not be used for an extended period of time. To
disconnect the power cord (mains lead), pull it out
by the plug. Never pull the cord itself.
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the
system, unplug the system and have it checked by
qualified personnel before operating it any further.
• AC power cord must be changed only at the
qualified service shop.
On placement
• Place the system in a location with adequate
ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the system.
• Do not place the unit in an inclined position.
• Do not place the unit in locations where it is:
— Extremely hot or cold
— Dusty or dirty
— Very humid
— Subject to vibrations
— Subject to direct sunlight
On operation
• If the system is brought directly from a cold place to
a warm place, 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.
• When moving the unit, remove any disc that may be
on the disc tray.
Notes on CDs
• Before playing a CD, clean the CD surface with a
cleaning cloth. Wipe the CD from the center out.
• Do not play a CD with tape, stickers, or adhesives
on any of its surfaces as this may damage the
system.
• Do not clean CDs with solvents such as benzene,
thinner, commercially available cleaners or
antistatic sprays intended for vinyl LPs.
• Do not expose CDs to direct sunlight or heat
sources such as hot air ducts, or leave it in a car
parked in direct sunlight.
To save a tape permanently
To prevent a tape from being accidentally recorded
over, break off the cassette tabs from side A or side B
as illustrated.
Detector slots
Tab of side B Tab of side A
Side A
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
Detector slots
continued
Additional Information
Other Features/Additional Information
If you have any questions or problems concerning
your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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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 tape deck’s playing mechanism
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.
too frequently. The tape may get entangled in the tape
deck’s playing mechanism.
Cleaning the tape heads
Clean the tape heads after every 10 hours of use.
When the tape heads become dirty
— the sound becomes distorted
— the sound level decreases
— the sound drops out
— the tape does not erase completely
— the tape does not record
Make sure to clean the tape heads before making an
important recording or after playing an old tape. Use
a commercially available 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 after every 20 to 30 hours
of use with a commercially available demagnetizing
cassette. For details, refer to the instructions of the
demagnetizing cassette.
Cleaning the cabinet
Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth
slightly moistened with mild detergent solution. Do
not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or
solvent such as thinner, benzene or alcohol.
Troubleshooting
Should you encounter a problem with your
system, do the following:
1 Make sure the power cord and speaker cords
are correctly and firmly connected.
2 Find your problem in the troubleshooting
checklist below and take the indicated
corrective action.
If the problem persists after doing all of the above,
consult your nearest Sony dealer.
General
There is no sound from the speakers.
• Press VOLUME +.
• The headphones are connected.
• Check the speaker connections.
There is severe hum or noise.
• A TV or VCR is placed too close to the unit.
Move the unit away from the TV or VCR.
“SU 0:00 ” (or “SU12:00AM”) flashes in
the display.
• A power interruption has occurred. Set the
clock (see page 7) and timer settings (see
pages 28 and 29) again.
The timer does not function.
• Make sure the clock is correctly set (see page
7).
“DAILY” and “c REC” do not appear when
you press TIMER SET on the remote.
• Make sure each timer is correctly set (see
pages 28 and 29).
• Make sure the clock is correctly set (see page
7).
The color on the TV screen is irregular.
• Move the speakers farther away from the TV
set.
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The remote does not work.
• There is an obstacle between the remote and
the unit.
• You are not pointing the remote in the
direction of the system’s sensor.
• The batteries in the remote have run down.
Replace the batteries.
• Make sure that the batteries are inserted
correctly.
Speakers
Sound comes from only one channel, or
the left and right volumes are unbalanced.
• Check the speaker connections and
placement.
The tape does not record or play, or there
is a decrease in sound level.
• The heads are dirty. Clean them (see page 32).
• The record/playback heads are magnetized.
Demagnetize them (see page 32).
The tape does not erase completely.
• The record/playback heads are magnetized.
Demagnetize them (see page 32).
There is excessive wow or flutter, or the
sound drops out.
• The capstans or pinch rollers are dirty. Clean
them (see page 32).
Noise increases or the high frequencies
are missing.
• The record/playback heads are magnetized.
Demagnetize them (see page 32).
Additional Information
CD Player
The CD will not play.
• The CD is dirty.
• The surface of the CD is scratched. Replace
the CD.
• The CD is inserted with the label side down.
• Condensation has built up in the system.
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.
• The player is in Program or Shuffle Play.
Press PLAY MODE on the remote repeatedly
until “PROGRAM” and “SHUFFLE”
disappear.
Tape Deck
Recording cannot be done.
• There is no tape in the cassette holder.
• The record protect tab has been removed from
the cassette (see page 31).
• The tape has come to the end.
Tuner
There is a severe hum or noise (“TUNED”
or “ST” flashes).
• Adjust the antenna.
• The signal strength is too weak. Connect an
external antenna (see page 11).
• Make sure that the antenna is connected
properly.
• Do not bend or roll up the antenna.
• The two wires comprising the FM antenna
have been pulled further apart since the
system was first purchased. Repair or replace
with a new one.
A stereo FM program cannot be received
in stereo.
• Press STEREO/MONO on the remote until
“ST” appears in the display.
Resetting the system
1 Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet.
2 Press ?/1 down and connect the power cord to
the wall outlet again.
The system is reset to the factory settings. All
previous settings such as the preset stations, clock,
and timers are cleared and must be set again.
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Specifications
Amplifier section
For the U.S. model
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC
DISTORTION:
With 8-ohm loads both channels driven, from
90 - 15,000 Hz; rated 15 watts per channel
minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.9%
total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to
rated output.
North American model:
Continuous RMS power output (reference):
European model:
DIN power output (rated): 15 + 15 W
Continuous RMS power output (reference):
Music power output (reference):
Other models:
The following measured at 230 V AC, 60 Hz
DIN power output (rated): 15 + 15 W
Continuous RMS power output (reference):
Inputs
MD IN (phono jacks): Sensitivity 1,000 mV, impedance
Outputs
MD OUT (phono jacks): Sensitivity 500 mV, impedance
CD DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL:
PHONES (stereo phone jack):
SPEAKER: Accepts impedance of 8 to
17 + 17 W
(8 ohms at 1 kHz, 10% THD)
(8 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN)
17 + 17 W
(8 ohms at 1 kHz, 10% THD)
35 + 35 W
(8 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN)
17 + 17 W
(8 ohms at 1 kHz, 10% THD)
47 kilohms
1 kilohm
Optical
Accepts headphones with an
impedance of 8 ohms or more
16 ohms
CD player section
System Compact disc and digital audio
Laser Semiconductor laser
Laser output MAX 44.6
Wavelength 780 - 790 nm
Frequency response 2 Hz - 20 kHz (±0.5 dB)
system
(λ = 780 nm)
Emission duration: continuous
µ
W*
* 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.
Tape player section
Recording system 4-track 2-channel stereo
Frequency response (DOLBY NR OFF)
Wow and flutter ±0.15% W. Peak (IEC)
50 - 13,000 Hz (±3 dB), using a
Sony TYPE I cassette
50 - 14,000 Hz (±3 dB),
using a Sony TYPE II cassette
0.1% W. RMS (NAB)
±0.2% W. Peak (DIN)
Tuner section
FM stereo, FM/AM superheterodyne tuner
FM tuner section
Tuning range
North American model: 87.5 - 108.0 MHz
Other models: 87.5 - 108.0 MHz
Antenna FM wire antenna
Antenna terminals 75 ohms unbalanced
Intermediate frequency 10.7 MHz
AM tuner section
Tuning range
North American model: 530 - 1,710 kHz
European model: 531 - 1,602 kHz
Other models: 530 - 1,710 kHz
Antenna AM bar antenna, external antenna
Intermediate frequency 450 kHz
(100-kHz step)
(50-kHz step)
(with the tuning interval set at
10 kHz)
531 - 1,710 kHz
(with the tuning interval set at
9 kHz)
(with the tuning interval set at
9 kHz)
(with the tuning interval set at
10 kHz)
531 - 1,602 kHz
(with the tuning interval set at
9 kHz)
terminal
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Speakers
SS-CED2:
Speaker system Full range bass-reflex type
Speaker units 10 cm dia., cone type
Rated impedance 8 ohms
Dimensions (w/h/d) Approx. 210 × 200 × 130 mm
Mass Approx. 1.3 kg net per speaker
SS-CED2U:
Speaker system Full range bass-reflex type
Speaker units 10 cm dia., cone type
Rated impedance 8 ohms
Dimensions (w/h/d) Approx. 195 × 205 × 120 mm
Mass Approx. 1.3 kg net per speaker
General
Power requirements
North American model: 120 V AC, 60 Hz
European model: 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Australian model: 220 - 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Other models: 110 - 120 V or 220 - 240 V AC ,
Power consumption 55 W
Dimensions (w/h/d) Approx. 130 × 212 × 240 mm
Mass Approx. 4.0 kg
Supplied accessories Remote commander (1)
Optional accessories For CMT-ED2
50/60 Hz
Adjustable with voltage selector
incl. projecting parts and controls
AM bar antenna (1)
FM wire antenna (1)
Batteries (2)
Speaker grilles (2)
Screws (for attaching the speakers)
(4)
AV Stand SU-EMD2
AV Stand Kit PK-ED2
Speaker Grille Net SSN-ED2
For CMT-ED2U
AV Stand SU-EMD2
Speaker Grille Net SSN-ED1
Additional Information
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
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Parts identification for the remote
You can also operate the system with the supplied
remote.
Buttons marked with “*” are provided only on the
remote.
TUNER
Remote
Button(s)
TUNER/BAND Selects FM or AM.
TUNING MODE* Selects “AUTO”, “PRESET” or
MEMORY* Presets a station.
STEREO/MONO* Selects “STEREO” or “MONO”.
+/– Scans for a station or selects a
CD
Remote
Button(s)
OPEN/CLOSE Opens or closes the glass door.
CD H Starts playback.
s Stops playback.
S Pauses playback.
l/L Selects a track (AMS: Automatic
j/J Locates a desired point in a
CD REPEAT* Repeats playback.
PLAY MODE* Selects Shuffle, Program or
DISPLAY* Changes the front panel display.
Function
“MANUAL”.
preset station.
Function
Music Sensor).
track.
Normal Play.
TAPE
Remote
Button(s)
TAPE nN Starts playback.
s Stops playback.
S Pauses playback.
l/L Locates the begining of the
j/J Fast-forwards or rewinds.
z REC* Records to tapes.
DIR MODE* Selects “g” or “j”.
DOLBY NR* Turns on or off the Dolby NR
Function
Each time you press this button,
the tape reverses direction.
current or next track (AMS:
Automatic Music Sensor).
system.
TIMER
Remote
Button(s)
SLEEP* Selects a sleep time.
TIMER SET* Sets the time, Daily Timer or
TIMER SELECT* Checks the settings and turns on
Function
REC Timer.
or off the timer.
OTHERS
Remote
Button(s)
?/1 Amplifier Turns on or off the
VOL +/– Amplifier Adjusts the
DSG* Amplifier Generates a more
SURROUND* Amplifier Creates simulated
For operating
the
Function
system.
volume.
dynamic sound.
surround stereo
effects.
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Additional Information
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Index
A
Adjusting
the volume 13, 16, 19
Antennas 6, 11
Automatic Source Selection 14,
16, 19
B
Batteries 7
P, Q
Playing
a CD 13
a tape 18
tracks in random order
(Shuffle Play) 21
tracks in the desired order
(Program Play) 22
tracks repeatedly (Repeat
Play) 20
Presetting radio stations 9
Preset Tuning 16
Program Edit 24
Program Play 22
T
Tape deck 14, 17, 18, 23, 29
Timer
falling asleep to music 27
timer-activated recording
29
waking up to music 28
Troubleshooting 32
Tuner 9, 16, 17, 27, 29
U, V, W, X, Y, Z
Using the display 20
Using the RDS 27
C
CD player 13, 14, 20, 24
Clock setting 7
Connecting. See Hooking up
D, E, F
Daily Timer 28
G
Generating a more dynamic
sound 26
H, I, J, K, L, M
Hooking up
optional components 10
the antenna 6, 11
the power 6
the system 4
N
Normal Play 13
O
One Touch Play 14, 16, 19
R
Radio stations
presetting 9
tuning in 16
Recording
a CD 14
a radio program 17
a tape manually 23
CDs by specifying the track
order 24
timer-activated recording
29
Repeat Play 20
Resetting the system 33
S
Saving recordings 31
Setting the time 7
Shuffle Play 21
Sleep Timer 27
Sound mode 26
Speakers 4, 6
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