Sony CMT-GP8D User Manual

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Micro Hi-Fi Component System

Operating Instructions

2-023-493-12(1)

CMT-GP8D

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WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or mo ist u r e.

To prevent fire, do not cover the ventil at ion of the apparatus with news papers, table-cloths, curtains, etc. And don’t place lighted candle s on the apparatus.

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place obje c ts filled with liquids, such as vases , on the ap pa ratus.

Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabi ne t.

This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product. This marking is locat ed on the rear exterior.

Don’t throw away the battery with general house waste, dispose of it correctly as chemical was te.

Except for Russian model

ENERGY STAR® is a U.S. registered mark. As an E

TAR

partner, Sony Corporation

S has determined that this produc t meets the E

NERGY STAR

guidelines for energy efficien cy.

NERGY

This system incorporat es Dol by Digital Surround System.

Manufactured under license from Dolby

Digital and DTS2)

Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laborat ories.

Manufactured under license from Digital Theater Systems, Inc. “DTS” and “DTS 2.0 + Digital Out” are trademarks of Digital Theater Systems, Inc.

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Table of Contents

How to use this manual...........................5

Playable discs..........................................5

Getting Started

Hooking up the system............................7

Setting the clock....................................10

Selecting a language .............................10

DVD/VIDEO CD/CD/MP3/JPEG – Play

Loading a disc........................ ... .... ........11

Playing a disc........................................11

— Normal Play/Shuffle Play

Playing DVDs using the menu..............13

Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC functions

(Ver. 2.0).........................................14

— PBC Play

Playing repeatedly.................................14

— Repeat Play

Creating your own program.................. 15

— Program Play Using the on-screen display

to search..........................................16

DVD – Various functions

Changing the sound/subtitle/angle........18

Changing the language..........................19

— Language Adjusting the image and audio

settings............................................20

— AV

Restricting disc playback......................21

— Rating (Parental Control)

System setup item list. ... .... ...................23

Tape – Play

Loading a tape......................................27

Playing a tape............. ... ........................27

Tape – Recording

Recording your favorite CD tracks on

a tape ..............................................28

— CD-TAPE Synchro Recording

Recording on a tape manually.............. 29

— Manual Recording

Sound Adjustment

Selecting the sound effect.....................30

Singing along: Karaoke........................ 30

Timer

Falling asleep to music......................... 32

— Sleep Timer

Waking up to music..............................32

— Play Timer

Timer recording radio programs........... 33

— Rec Timer

Display

Turning off the display.........................34

— Power Saving Mode

Adjusting the brightness of

the indicators.................................. 35

Viewing information about the disc in

the display ......................................35

Viewing information about the disc in

the on-screen display......................36

Tuner

Presetting radio stations........................24

Listening to the radio ............................25

— Preset Tuning

— Manual Tuning

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Optional Components

Hooking up optional com po nents.........37

Listening to audio from a connected

component ......................................38

Enjoying the 5.1 channel sound with

the optional amplifier......................39

Recording audio from a connected

component ......................................39

Recording on a connected

component ......................................39

Troubleshooting

Problems and remedies.........................40

Messages...............................................44

Additional Information

Precautions............................................45

Specifications........................................47

Glossary................................................48

List of button locations and refer e nce

pages...............................................51

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How to use this manual

• This manual mainly explains operations u sing the remote, but the same operations can also be performed us in g t he buttons on the unit having the same or similar names.

• The English OSD screen (on-screen display) is used for illustration purposes only.

• The following symbols are used in this manual.

Symbol Meaning

Functions that can be used with DVDs

Functions that can be used with VIDEO CDs

Functions that can be used with audio CDs

Functions that can be used with MP3 audio tracks

Functions available for JPEG files

Playable discs

You can play back the following discs on this system. Other discs cannot be playe d back.

List of playable discs

Format of discs Disc logo

DVD VIDEOs

VIDEO CDs

Audio CDs

CD-R/CD-RW (audio data/ MP3 files/ JPEG files)

Region code of DVDs you can play on this system

Your system ha s a region code printe d on the back of the unit and will only play DVDs labeled with identical region code.

DVDs labeled will also be played on this

ALL

system. If you try to play any ot her DVD, the message “Playback prohibited by area limitations.” will appear on the TV screen. Depending on the DVD, no region code indication may be labeled even though playing the DVD is prohibited by area restrictions.

Discs that this system ca nnot play

• CD-ROMs (except for ext ension “.MP3” , “.JPG” or “.JPEG”)

• CD-Rs/CD-RWs other than those record ed in the following formats: – music CD format – video CD format – MP3 (MPEG1 Audio Layer-3)/JPEG

format that conforms to ISO9660* Level 2 or Joliet

• Data part of CD-Extras

• Super Audio CDs

• DVD-RWs in VR mode

• DVD-ROMs

• DVD-RAMs

• DVD Audio discs

• A DVD with a different region code.

• Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g., heart, square, star) cannot be played on this unit. Attempting to do so may damage the unit. Do not use such discs.

• A disc with paper or stickers on it.

• A disc that has the adhesive, cellophane tape, or a sticker still left on it.

* A logical format of files and folders on a CD-ROMs,

defined by ISO (International Organization for standardization).

Level 1/

The “DVD VIDEO” logo is a trademark.

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Notes about CD-R/CD-RW/ DVD-R/DVD-RW (Video mode)/ DVD+R/DVD+RW

Cautions when playing a disc that is recorded in Multi Session

• In some cases, CD-Rs, CD-RWs, DVD-Rs, DVD-RWs (Video mode) (DVD-RWs created in video mode have the same for m at as a DVD VIDEO), DVD+R or DVD+RW cannot be played on t hi s s ystem depending upon the recording quality or physical condition of the disc, or the characteristics of the recording device. Further m ore, the disc will not play if it has n ot been correctly finalized. For more information, see the operating instructions for the recording device.

• A disc recorded i n packet write format cann ot be played.

Note on playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO CDs

Some playback operations of DVDs and VIDEO CDs may be intentionally set by software producers. Since this system plays DVDs and VIDEO CDs according to the disc con t ent s the software producers designed, som e playback features may not be availa bl e. Also, refer to the instructions supplied with the DVDs or VIDEO CDs.

• When playing a disc which contains audio tracks in music CD format, MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files, only the audio tr acks in music CD format can be played back.

• CD-R and CD-RW discs recorded in multisession that have not ended by “closing the session” are not supported.

Copyrights

This product i nc orporates copy right protect i on technology that is protected by U.S. patents and other intellectu al property rights. Use of this copyright protect io n technology must be authorized by Macrovision, and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unles s otherwise author i zed by Macrovision. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibi t ed.

Music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies

This product is desi gned to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. Recently, various music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies are marketed by some record companies. Please be aware that among those disc s, t here are some that do n ot conform to the CD standard and may not be playable by this product.

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Getting Started

Hooking up the system

Perform the following procedures 1 to 6 to hook up your system using the supplied cords and accessories.

AM loop antenna

FM antenna

Getting Started

Front speaker (Right)

1 Connect the speakers.

Connect the right and left speaker cords to the SPEAKER jacks as shown below.

Place the right speaker on the right side and the left speaker on the left side of the uni t . Each speaker has a s u bwoofer on the side. When placing the speakers, be sure to leave at least 5 cm open subwoofer sides to obtain a better bass reproduction.

Insert only the stripped portion

Gray/Solid (3)

Black/Stripe (#)

Front speaker (Left)

2 Connect the FM and AM antennas.

Set up the AM loop antenna, then connect it.

Plug type A

AM loop antenna

Extend the FM lead antenna horizontally

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Plug type B

AM loop antenna

Extend the FM lead antenna horizontally

Plug type C

AM loop antenna

Extend the FM lead antenna horizontally

Note

North American model: Connect white side.

Other models: Connect brown side.

Keep the antennas away from the speaker cords.

3 Connect the video input jack of your TV

to the VIDEO OUT jack with the supplied video cable.

When connecting a video deck

Connect the TV and the video deck using video a nd audio cords (not supplied) as shown below.

Video deck System

Do not connect

directly.

If you connect a video deck between this system and the TV, you may experience video leakage when watching the video signal f ro m this system. Do not connect a video deck between this system and the TV.

Note

Do not place the TV on this system.

Tip

For even higher quality video ima g e s: For details on connecting your TV through the

T LINE-TV jack (for Russian model) or

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (for other models) and setting VIDEO OUT SELECTOR, see page 38.

– For Russian model, use an opti onal SCART cord to

connect a TV. Check that the TV conforms to RGB signals. If the TV conforms to RGB signals, change the input mode of the TV to RGB signals, then set VIDEO OUT SELECTOR on the unit to T LINETV while the system is off. Refer to th e operating instructions supplied with the TV to be conn ected.

– For other mode ls, use an optional component video

cord to connect the COMPONENT VIDEO input jacks on your TV to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks on this unit, then set VIDEO OUT SELECTOR to COMPONENT VIDEO OUT while the system is off.

– You can use an optional S video cord to connect the

S VIDEO input jack on your TV to the S VIDEO OUT jack, then set VIDEO OUT SELECTOR to S VIDEO OUT.

When using a TV

Turn on the TV and select the video input so that you can view the pictures from this syste m.

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4 For models with a voltage selector, set

VOLTAGE SELECTOR to the local power line voltage.

Depending on the model , the V O LTAGE SELECTOR may differ.

110–120V

220–240V

5 Connect the power cord to a wall

outlet.

If the supplied adapter on the plug does not fit your wall outlet, detach it from the plug (only for models equipped with an adapter). To turn on the system, press ?/1.

6 (Except for Russian model)

Set the color system to PAL or NTSC depending on the color system of your TV.

The color syst em is factor y set to NTSC f or region code 3 model s, and PAL for other region code models. Each time you per form the procedure belo w , t he color system changes as follows: NTSC y PAL

1 Press DVD N (or DVD NX on the

unit) to switch the function to DVD.

2 Press x to stop playback. 3 Press ?/1 to turn off the system. 4 Press ?/1 on the unit while holding

down x on the unit. The system turns on and the color system is changed.

Notes

• A disturbance in the TV screen may be present for a moment after changing the color system as described above.

• When you play back a VIDEO CD recorded in a different co lo r sy stem from the one yo u set to the unit, the picture image may be distorted.

• To set the VCD color system, see page 20.

To connect optional components

See page 37.

Inserting two R6 (size AA) batteries into the remote

Note

If you do not use the remote for a long period of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage from battery leakage and corros io n .

Tip

With normal use, the batteries should last for about six months. When the remote no longer operates the system, replace both batterie s with new ones.

Attaching the speaker pads

Attach the supplied speaker pads to the bottom of the speakers to stabilize the speakers and prevent them fr om slipping.

Getting Started

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Setting the clock Selecting a language

Use buttons on the r emote for the operati on.

1 Press ?/1 to turn on the system. 2 Press CLOCK/TIMER SET. 3 Press . or > repeatedly to set the

hour.

4 Press ENTER. 5 Press . or > repeatedly to set the

minute.

6 Press ENTER.

The clock starts working.

To adjust the clock

1 Press CLOCK/T IMER SET. 2 Press . or > to select “CLOCK SET”,

then press ENTER.

3 Do the same procedures as step 3 to 6

above.

Notes

• The clock settings are canceled when you disconnect the power cord or if a power failure occurs.

• You cannot set the clock in Power Saving Mode (page 34).

You can change the on-screen display language.

1 Turn on your TV and select the video

input.

2 Press ?/1 to turn on the system. 3 Press DVD N (or DVD NX on th e

unit) to switch the function to DVD.

4 Press x to stop playback. 5 Press DVD SETUP in stop mode. 6 Press < or , repeatedly to select

“Language”, then press ENTER.

7 Press M or m repeatedly to select

“OSD”, then press ENTER.

8 Press M or m repeatedly to select a

language from the displayed list, then press ENTER.

9 Press DVD SETUP to turn off the Setup

Display.

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DVD/VIDEO CD/CD/MP3/JPEG – Play

Loading a disc

Use buttons on the unit for the operation.

1 Press Z. 2 Place a disc with the label side up on

the disc tray.

When you pl ay an 8 cm disc, place it on the inner circle of the tray.

3 Press Z again to close the disc tray.

Notes

• Do not use a dis c with tape, s eals or paste on it as this may cause malfunction.

• Do not forcibly press the disc tray closed with your finger, as this may cause malfunc tion.

Playing a disc

— Normal Play/Shuffle Play

DVD/VIDEO CD/CD/MP3/JPEG – Play

Before playing a DVD, VIDEO CD or JPEG turn on your TV and sel ec t the video input. Depending on the DVD or VIDEO CD, some operations may be different or restricted. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the disc.

Example: When playing a DVD

Chapter number

Playing timeTitle number

Example: When playing a CD

Playing timeTrack number

Press DVD N (or DVD NX on the unit).

The function switches to DVD and playback starts automatically.

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Other operations

To Do this

Stop play Press x. Pause Press X (or DVD NX on the

Select a track, image or chapter

Locate a point quickly in fast forward or fast reverse (Lock Search) (Except for MP3/JPEG)

Play all tracks on the disc in random order (Shuffle

Play) Watch frame

by frame (Slow-motion Play) (DVD/VIDEO

1)2)

CD only) Rotate the

current image (JPEG only)

Switch to DVD function from another source

Cut the sound Press MUTING.

Remove a disc Press Z on the unit.

There may be some disturbance in th e vi deo image .

For DVDs and VIDEO CDs, no sound is output.

You cannot perform Shuffle Play on DVDs and VIDEO CDs with PBC function.

unit). Press X again to go to the next frame (DVD/VIDEO CD only).

Press DVD N (or DVD NX on the unit) to resume play.

Press . or > repeatedly during play or pause. Press . once during play or pause to go back to the beginning of the current track (except for MP3/JPEG).

Press m or M during play. For DVD or VIDEO CD, each time you press the button, searching speed changes. For CD, searching speed does not change.

To return to Normal Play, press DVD N (or DVD NX on the

unit) Press PLAY MODE repeatedly in

stop mode until “SHUF” appears in the display, then press DVD N (or DVD NX on the unit)

During play, press SLOW y. Each time you press the button, the playback speed changes. To return to Normal Play, press DVD N (or DVD NX on the unit).

Press < or ,. Each time you press ,, the image turns clockwise by 90º. Each time you press <, the image turns counterclockwise by 90º .

Press DVD N (or DVD NX on the unit) (Automatic Source selection).

Playback starts au tomaticall y when a disc is loaded .

Press MUTING again or VOLUME + to restore sound.

Notes

• Depending on the DVD or VIDEO CD, some operations may be restricte d.

• Maximum number of albums on a disc: 999 (The maximum number of MP3 audio trac ks or JP EG image files that can be contained on a disc is 999.) However, when a large number of non-MP3/JPEG files are present, the maximum number of albums, tracks and files may decrease.

• Playback is possible up to 15 levels.

• The system supports MP3 audio tracks recorded with a bit rate of 32 to 320 kbps and a sampling frequency of 32/44.1/48 kHz for MPEG1 Audio Layer-3.

• An album that does not include an MP3 audio track or JPEG image file is skipped.

• If you put the extension “.MP3” to data not in MP3 format, the system cannot rec ognize the data properly and will generate a loud noise which could damage your speaker system.

• The following discs take a longer time to sta r t playback.

– a disc recorded with complicated tree structure. – a disc recorded in Multi Session. – a disc to which data can be added (non-finalized

disc).

• Some CD-Rs or CD-RWs cannot be played on this system depending on file forma t.

Tip

When playing the data disc contained MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files, set “Data CD Pri or it y ” (page 20).

Resuming playback from the point you stopped the disc

— Resume Play

This system memor iz es the point where you stopped the disc so you can resume from that point.

1 While playing a disc, press x to stop

playback. “RESUME” appears in the display. If “RESUME” does not appear, Resume Play is not available.

2 Press DVD N (or DVD NX on the unit).

The player starts playback from the point you stopped the disc in step 1.

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Notes

• You cannot perform Resume Play during Shuf fle Play or Program Play.

• Depending on where you stopped the disc, the system may resume playback f r om a dif fer e nt point.

• Resume play is canceled when: – you press x in stop mod e. – you turn off the system. – you disconnect the power cord. – you open the disc tray. – you change the play mode.

Playing a track by entering the track number in Normal Play mode (on the remote only)

Press the number button(s) to enter the track number of the track yo u w ant to play.

To enter a track number over 10

1 Enter the corresponding digits. 2 Press ENTER. Example:

To play track number 30, press 3 and 0, then press ENTER.

Selecting an album/track/file using the on-screen display (MP3/ JPEG only)

1 Press DVD TOP MENU in stop mode.

The list of albums contained in the disc appears in the TV screen.

2 Press M/m/</, repeatedly to select an

album you want to play, then press ENTER. The list of tracks or files contained in the current album appears.

3 Press M/m/</, repeatedly to select a

track or file, then press ENTER. The selected track or file starts playing.

Notes

• On the TV screen, up to 8characters can be displayed for album names, 12 characte rs for tr a ck / file names. When multiple album names use the same first 8 characters, th e tracks and files in those albums are displayed togeth er in a singl e folder.

• Only the letters in the alphabet and numbers can be used for album or file names. Anything el se is displayed as “_”.

• If an MP3 fi le is played, indi cat ed elapsed time may be different from the actual time.

Playing DVDs using the menu

DVD/VIDEO CD/CD/MP3/JPEG – Play

Some DVDs have m enus to help you enjoy th e DVDs. You can play DVDs using these menus on the TV screen.

• Using the DVD top menu

A DVD is divided into long sections of a picture or a music feature called “titles”. When you play a DVD which contains several titles, you can select the title you want using the men u.

• Using the DVD menu

Some DVDs allow you to select the disc contents using a menu. When you play these DVDs, you can select items such as the language for the subtitles and the language for the sound using the DVD menu.

1 Press DVD TOP MENU or DVD MENU.

The menu appears o n th e TV screen. The contents of the menu vary from disc to disc.

2 Press M/m/</, or the number

buttons to select the title or item you want to play.

3 Press ENTER.

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Playing VIDEO CDs with

Playing repeatedly

PBC functions (Ver. 2.0)

— PBC Play

You can use PBC* menus on your TV screen to enjoy the disc’s interactive software. The menu format and struct ure may differ dependi ng on each disc.

* PBC: Playback Control

1 Press DVD N (or DVD NX on the

unit) to start playing a VIDEO CD with PBC functions (Ver. 2.0).

The PBC menu appea rs on t he TV screen.

2 Press the number buttons to select the

item number you want.

3 Press ENTER. 4 Continue playback according to the

instructions on the menus to enjoy interactive playback.

Refer to the operating instructio ns supplied with the disc, as the operating procedure may differ according to the VIDEO CD .

To go back to a previous menu

Press O RETURN.

Note

Depending on the VIDEO CD, “Press ENTER” in step 3 may appear as “Press DVD N” in the operating instructions supplied with the disc. In this case, press DVD N (or DVD NX on the unit).

Tip

To cancel playback with PBC functions, press DVD MENU repeatedly in stop mode until “PB C Off” appears on the TV screen. Playback starts from the selected track. Still im ag es , s uch as the menu screens, will not be shown. To return to PBC playback, press DVD MENU repeatedly in stop mode until “PBC On” appears on the TV screen.

— Repeat Play

You can play all t he tracks/fi l es or a single titl e/ chapter/track /f il e on a disc repeatedly.

Using the front panel display

Press REPEAT during play until “REP” or “REP1” appears.

REP: For all the tracks/files on the disc up to five times. REP1: For a single title*/chapter*/track/file only.

* You can check whether a title or chapter is being

repeatedly played on the TV screen.

To cancel Repeat Play

Press REPEAT repeatedly until both “REP” and “REP1” disappear.

Notes

• Depending on the DVD, you cannot perform Repeat Play.

• You cannot perform Repeat Play during PBC playback of VIDEO CDs (page 1 4) .

• When you select “REP1”, that title/chapter/track/file is repeated endlessly until “RE P1 ” is can celed.

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Using the on-screen displ ay

Press REPEAT repeatedly during play.

Each time you press the button, the setting changes cyclically as follows:

x When playing a DVD

• Off: does no t play repeatedly.

• Title: repeats the current title on a disc.

• Chapter: rep eats the current chapter.

x When playing a VIDEO CD/CD/MP3/JPEG

• Off: does no t play repeatedly.

• All: repeats all the tracks/files on a disc.

• Track (ex cept for JPEG): repeats the current track.

• File (JPEG only): repeats the current file.

To cancel Repeat Play

Select “Off”.

Notes

• Depending on the DVD, you cannot perform Repeat

Play.

• You cannot perform Repeat Play during PBC

playback of VIDEO CDs (page 14).

• If you select “All”, the program repeats up to five

times.

Tip

You can set Repeat Play when the playback is stopped. Press REPEAT repe atedly to select the setting, then press DVD N (or DVD NX on the unit) to start Repeat Play.

Creating your own program

—Program Play

You can make a pro gram of up to 12 steps. You can sync hro record t he programmed t racks onto a cassette tape (page 28). The program operation can only be set using the TV screen.

1 Press DVD N (or DVD NX on the

unit) to switch the function to DVD.

Playback star t s.

2 Press x twice to stop playback. 3 Press PLAY MODE repeatedly in stop

mode until the Program Displa y appears on the TV screen.

Track

Program

1 2

All Clear Play Program

4 Press M/m/</, repeatedly to select

the desired step number.

5 Press the number buttons to select the

track you want to program.

If you make a mistake, pre ss C LEA R to cancel the number, then select anot her number.

DVD/VIDEO CD/CD/MP3/JPEG – Play

Track

Program

1 3 2

All Clear Play Program

6 To program other tracks, repeat steps 4

and 5.

7 Press M/m/</, repeatedly to select

“Play Program”, then press DVD N (or DVD NX on the unit).

Program Play star ts .

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Other operations

To Do this

Cancel Program Play Press PLAY MODE

Clear a programmed step

Clear all the programmed steps

Note

When you switch the play mode to “Pro gr am ” while “REP” is selected, “REP” is automatically canceled.

Tip

The program you made remains after Progr a m P la y finishes. To play the same program ag ai n, pre ss DVD N (or DVD NX on the unit). However, the program is cleared when you open the disc tray.

repeatedly in stop mode until “Continue” appears.

Press M/m/</, repeatedly to select a step number, then press CLEAR in stop mode.

Press M/m/</, repeatedly to select “All Clear”, then press ENTER.

Using the on-screen display to search

You can search for a chapter (DVD) and track (VIDEO CD, CD). As chapters and tracks are assigned unique numbers on the disc, so you can select the desired one by entering its number. Or, you can search for a particular point usin g the time code (Time Search).

Searching for a chapter

1 Press TIME SEARCH.

The Search Display appears.

2 Press M or m repeatedly to select

“Chapter”.

3 Press the number buttons to select the

desired chapter number .

If you make a mistake, press CLEAR to cancel the number , the n select another number.

4 Press ENTER.

Playback starts.

Searching for a track

1 Press TIME SEARCH repeatedly until

the Disc Search Display appears.

2 Press M or m repeatedly to select

“Track”.

3 Press the number buttons to select the

desired track number.

If you make a mistake, press CLEAR to cancel the number , the n select another number.

4 Press ENTER.

The playback starts from the selected number.

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Searching for a particular point using the time code

— Time Search

1 Press TIME SEARCH.

x When playing a DVD

The Search Display appears. Press M or m repeatedly to select “Time”.

x When playing a VIDEO CD/CD

The Track Search Display app ears.

2 Press the number buttons to input the

time code, then press ENTER.

When playing a DVD, input the playing time of the current title. When playing a VIDEO CD/CD, inpu t the playing time of the current track. For example, to fin d th e scene at 2 hours, 10 minutes, and 20 sec onds after the beginning, enter “2:10:20”.

To search for a particular point of a VIDEO CD/CD

1 Press TIME SEARCH once in stop mode or

twice during play. The Disc Search Display appears.

2 Press M or m repeatedly to select “Time”. 3 Press the number buttons to input the time

code, then press ENTER. Input the time from the beginning of a disc.

To cancel searching

Press TIME SEARCH repeatedly until the display disappea rs.

Notes

• You cannot search for a scene and index of a VIDEO CD.

• The time search function does not work on a VIDEO CD (when the PBC function is on).

• You cannot input the time code or the chapte r number at the same time in the Search Display.

• You cannot activate the time search or the tra ck search at the same time in the Disc Search Display. Select the desired search method, then press ENTER.

Tip

You can change the display to show pla ying time or remaining time. For details, see “Viewing information about the disc in the on-screen displ ay ” on pa ge 36.

DVD/VIDEO CD/CD/MP3/JPEG – Play

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DVD – Various functions

Changing the sound/ subtitle/angle

Changing the sound (Except for JPEG)

If a DVD is recorded wit h multilingua l tracks or audio formats, you can select the language or audio format you want while playing the DVD. You can also outp ut either the left or righ t channel sound from both speakers while playing a VIDEO CD or CD. Note that this results in monaural sound. For example, when playing a Karaoke VID EO CD (disc with the vocals on one channel and the instruments on the other channel), you can switch the sound to cancel the vocal track and listen only to the instruments.

Press AUDIO repeatedly during play.

Each time you press the button, the setting changes cycli cally as follows:

x When playing a DVD

Depending on the D V D , the choice of the language and audio format vari es. When the same language is displayed twice or more times, the DVD is recorded in multiple audio formats.

x When playing a VIDEO CD/CD

• Stereo: The standard stereo sound.

• Left: The sound of the left channel (monaural).

• Right: The sound of the right channel (monaural).

To preset the desired audio track

You can preset th e system to the desired audio track with the operations described under “Changing the language” (page 19).

Notes

• When you play a DVD with the audio other than 2 channels, the sound is composed into 2 channels and output from the system speake rs. However, sound is not output in “Multi Channel PCM” format.

• For discs not recorded in multiple audio format, you cannot change the sound.

• Depending on the DVD, you may not be able to change the sound even if the DVD is recorded in multiple audio format.

• For VIDEO CDs and CDs, the setting returns to “Stereo” when you turn off the system or open the disc tray.

• During DVD playback, the sound may change automatically.

Displaying the audio information of the disc (DVD only)

When you press AUDIO, the channels being played are displayed on the TV screen. For example, in Dolby Digital format, multiple signals ranging from monaural to 5.1 channel signals can be recorded on a DVD. Depending on the DVD, the number of recorded channels may differ.

Current audio format

2/2 LPCM 2 Ch

The display examples are as follows:

Format Display PCM (stereo)

Dolby Digital 2 ch

Dolby Digital 5.1 ch

DTS

MPEG AUDIO

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Displaying the subtitles (DVD only)

With DVDs on which multilingual subtitles are recorded, you can change the subtitle la nguage while playing a DVD, or turn the subtit les o n or off whenever you w ant. For example, you can select the language yo u want to master and turn the subtitles on for better understanding.

Press SUBTITLE repeatedly during play.

Each time you press the button, the language changes.

To cancel the SUBTITLE setting

Press SUBTITLE r epeatedly to select “Off”.

Note

Depending on the DVD, you may not be able to change the subtitles even if multilingual subtitles are recorded on the DVD.

Changing the angles (DVD only)

When playing a DVD on which various angles (multi-angl es ) fo r a sc ene a re reco rd ed, y ou ca n change the viewing angle. For example, while playing a scene of a train in motion, you can display the view from either the front of the train, the left window of the train or from the right window without having the train’s movement interrupted.

Press ANGLE repeatedly during play.

Each time you press the button, the angle changes.

Note

Depending on the DVD, you may not be able to change the angles even if multi-angles are reco r d e d on the DVD.

Changing the language

— Language

1 Press DVD SETUP in stop mode.

The Setup Display appears.

2 Press < or , repeatedly to select

“Language”, then press ENTER.

3 Press M or m repeatedly to select an

item, then press ENTER. x OSD (on-screen display)

Switches the display language on the TV screen. Select the language from the displayed list.

x DVD Menu (DVD only)

Select the language for the DVD menu.

x Audio (DVD only)

Switches the lang uage of the sound track . Select the language from the displayed list.

x Subtitle (DVD only)

Switches the language of the subtitle. Sele ct the language from the displayed list.

4 Press M or m repeatedly to select a

language, then press ENTER.

5 Press DVD SETUP to turn off the Setup

Display.

Note

When the selected language is not recorded on the DVD, one of the recorded languages is automatically selected (except for “OSD”).

Tip

You can reset all the DVD settings except for Parental Control by performing the operations described under “To return the DVD setup to the default settings*, perform reset as follows:” (page 44).

* Exc ep t for Parental Control settings

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Adjusting the image and audio settings

—AV

1 Press DVD SETUP in stop mode.

The Setup Display appears.

Note

When a JPEG disc is in the system, the Setup Display does not appear.

2 Press < or , repeatedly to select

“AV”, then press ENTER.

3 Press M or m repeatedly to select an

item, then press ENTER.

4 Press M or m repeatedly to select a

setting, then press ENTER.

5 Press DVD SETUP to turn off the Setup

Display.

x TV Type

Select the aspect ratio of the connected TV. The default setting is underlined.

4:3 Pan Scan Select this when you connect a 4:3

4:3 Letter Box

16:9

• 4:3 Pan Scan

• 4:3 Letter Box

•16:9

screen TV. This setting displa ys the wide picture on the entire screen and cuts off the portions that do not fit.

Select this when you connect a 4:3 screen TV. This setting displays a wide picture with bands displayed on the upper and lower portions of the screen.

Select this when you connect a widescreen TV or a TV with a wide mode function.

Note

Depending on the DVD, “4:3 Letter Box” may be selected automati cally instead of “4:3 Pan Scan” o r vice versa.

x VCD Color Sys (except for Russian model)

Select the color system when you play a VIDEO CD. The default setting is underlined.

NTSC Changes the video signal of a PAL

PAL Changes the video signal of an

Auto

x Dolby Digital

disc and outputs it in the NTSC system.

NTSC disc and outputs it in the PAL system.

Outputs the video signal in the system of the disc, either PAL or NTSC. If your TV uses a DUAL system, select “Auto”.

Set the Dolby Digital settings to enjoy 5.1 channel sound when an optional amplifier is connected (see “Enjoying the 5.1 channel sound with the optional amplifier” on page 3 9).

x DTS

Set the DTS settings to enjoy 5.1 channe l sound when an optional amplifier is connected (see “Enjoying the 5.1 channel sound with the optional amplif ie r” on page 39).

x Data CD Priority (MP3, JPEG only)

Set priority data you want to play, when you play the data disc (CD-ROM/CD-R/CD-RW) contained MP3 audio tracks and JPEG image files. The default setting is underlined.

MP3

JPEG If a JPEG file exists on the disc,

If an MP3 file exists on the disc, the system recognizes the disc as an “MP3 Disc”. If only JPEG files exist on the disc, the syst em recognizes the disc as a “JPEG Disc”.

the system recognizes the disc as a “JPEG Disc”. If only MP3 files exist on the disc, the syst em recognizes the disc as an “MP3 Disc”.

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Notes

• Except for R uss ian model, you can change t h e c ol o r system of this unit according to the connected TV (page 9).

• If “Dolby Digital” or “DTS ” is set to “Bit Stream” , sound is not output from the supplied speakers and optional headphone does not function, and no sound is being recorded when recordin g to tape.

Tip

* Except for Rating (Parental Control) settings

Restricting disc playback

— Rating (Parental Control)

Limiting playback by children

You can limit the playback of some DVDs according to a predetermined level such as the age of the users. When a limited scen e is played back, that scene is cut or replaced with a preset othe r s cene.

1 Press DVD SETUP in stop mode.

The Setup Display a ppears.

2 Press < or , repeatedly to select

“Rating”, then press ENTER.

3 Press m to select “Rating”.

When a 4-digit password has already been registered, enter the 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER. You can then sele ct “R ating”.

DVD – Various functions

Language

Password Rating

AV ResetRating

4 Press ENTER repeatedly to select the

level you want.

Each time you press the button, the level changes. The lower the value, the more strict the limitation.

5 Press M to select “Password”.

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6 Enter or re-ent er your 4- digit pa ssword

using the number buttons, then press ENTER.

The lock icon is closed and the Parental Control setting is completed.

If you make a mistake entering your password, press CL EA R before you press ENTER and input the cor r ect number.

Language

Password Rating

To turn off the Parental Control function and play the DVD after entering your password

Enter your 4-digit pas sw ord using the number buttons, then press ENTER. The lock icon is opened and the Parental Control function is turned off.

To change the password

1 In step 6, enter your 4-digit password using

the number buttons, then press ENTER.

2 Enter a new 4-digit password using the

number buttons, then press ENTER.

AV ResetRating

1 G

Playing the disc for which Parental Control is set

1 Insert the disc and press DVD N (or

DVD NX on the unit).

The Rating Display appe ar s.

2 Enter your 4-digit password using the

number buttons, then press ENTER.

Playback starts.

Notes

• When you play DVDs which do not have the Parental Control function, playback cannot be limited on this system.

• Depending on the DVD, you may be asked to change the parental control level while playing the disc. In this case, enter your password, then change the level. If the Resume Play mode is canceled, the level returns to the original level.

Tip

If you forgot your password, select “Password” and enter “199703” using the number buttons in the Rating Display, then press ENTER. You can then enter a new 4-digit password.

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System setup item list

When you press DVD SETUP, the following settings are displayed. The default settings are underlined.

Language (page 19)

OSD Select the language you want to

use from the displayed language list.

DVD Menu Select the language you want to

use from the displayed language list.

Audio Select the language you want to

use from the displayed language list.

Subtitle Select the language you want to

use from the displayed language list.

AV (pages 20, 39)

TV Type 4:3 Pan Scan

4:3 Letter Box 16:9

VCD Color Sys* NTSC

PAL Auto

Dolby Digital PCM

Bit Stream

DTS PCM

Bit Stream

Data CD Priority MP3

JPEG

Reset (page 44)

Reset YES

* Exc ep t fo r Russian model

DVD – Various functions

Rating (page 21)

Password Rating 1 G

2 3 PG 4 PG 13 5 6 R 7 NC 17 8

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Tuner

Presetting radio stations

You can preset up to 20 FM stations and 10 AM stations. You can th en tune in any of those stations simply by sel e ct ing the corresponding preset number.

Automatic tuning preset

You can automatically tune in all of t he st ations that can be receiv ed in your area and the n st ore the radio frequency of the desired stations.

1 Press TUNER BAND repeatedly to

select “FM” or “AM”.

2 Press and hold TUNING + or – until the

frequency indication starts to change, then release it.

The frequency changes as the system scans for a station. Scanning stops automatically when a station is tuned in. At that time, “TUNED” and “STEREO” (for an FM stereo program ) a ppear.

If “TUNED” does not appear and the scanning does not stop

Set the freque ncy of the desired radio station as describ ed in steps 2 through 6 of “Manual tuning preset”.

3 Press TUNER MEMORY.

A preset numbe r fl ashes. Perform steps 4 and 5 while the preset

number flashes.

4 Press PRESET + or – repeatedly to

select the desired preset number.

5 Press ENTER.

“COMPLETE” appears.

6 Repeat steps 1 through 5 to store other

stations.

Manual tuning preset

You can manually tune in and store the radio frequency of the desired stations.

1 Press TUNER BAND repeatedly to

select “FM” or “AM”.

2 Press TUNING + or – repeatedly to tune

in the desired station.

3 Press TUNER MEMORY.

A preset number flashes. Perform steps 4 an d 5 w hile the preset number flashes.

4 Press PRESET + or – repeatedly to

select the desired preset number.

5 Press ENTER.

“COMPLETE” appears.

6 Repeat steps 1 through 5 to store other

stations.

Other operations

To Do this

Tune in a station with a weak signal

Set another station to the existing preset number

Follow the procedure described in “Manual tuning preset”.

Start over from step 1. After step 3, press PRESET + or – repeatedly to select the preset number you want to store the other station.

Preset number

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To change the AM tuning interval (except for Russian model)

The AM tuning interval is factory-preset to 9 kHz (or 10 kHz for some areas). To change the AM tuning interval, tune in any AM station fir st, then turn off the system. While holding x on the unit, press TUNER/BAND on the unit. When you change the interval, all the AM preset stations are eras ed. To reset the interval, repeat the same procedure.

Note

You cannot change the AM tuning interval in Powe r Saving Mode (page 34).

Tip

To improve broadcast reception, adjust the supplied antennas, or connect a comme rcially availab le external antenna.

Listening to the radio

You can listen to a radio station either by selecting a preset station, or by manually tuning in the station.

Listening to a preset station

— Preset Tuning

Tuner

Preset radio stations in th e tuner’s memory first (see “Presetting radio stati o ns” on page 24).

1 Press TUNER BAND repeatedly to

select “FM” or “AM”.

2 Press PRESET + or – repeatedly to

select the desired preset station.

FrequencyPreset number

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Listening to non-preset radio station

— Manual Tuning

1 Press TUNER BAND repeatedly to

select “FM” or “AM”.

2 Press TUNING + or – repeatedly to tune

in the desired station.

To cut the sound

Press MUTING. Press MUTING again or VOLU ME + to restore sound.

To listen to an FM stereo program without stereo effect

When an FM stereo program has static noise, press FM MODE repeatedly until “MONO” appears. There w i ll be no stereo effect, b ut the reception will improve.

Tips

• To improve broadcast reception, adjust the supplied antennas, or connect a commercially available external antenna.

• Press and hold TUNING + or –. The frequency indication changes and scanni ng stops when the system tunes in a station (Automatic Tuning).

• To record the radio programs, use manual recording (pages 29 and 33).

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Tape – Play

Loading a tape

1 Press Z PUSH on the unit. 2 Load a recorded/recordable tape into

the cassette holder.

With the side you want to play/record facing forward.

Playing a tape

You can use TYPE I (normal) tape.

1 Load a tape. 2 Press DIRECTION on the unit

repeatedly to select “g” to play one side. Select “h” to play both sides, or

to play both sides repeatedly.

“j”*

* The tape deck stops automatically after

repeating the se qu ence five times.

3 Press TAPE nN.

Press TAPE nN again to play the reverse side. The tape st ar ts pl aying.

Other operations

To Do this

Stop play Press x. Fast-forward or

rewind Switch to TAPE

function from another source

Cut the sound Press MUTING.

Remove a tape Press Z PUSH on the unit in stop

Press m or M.

Press TAPE nN. Playback star ts automatically when a tape is loaded.

Press MUTING again or VOLUME + to restore sound.

mode.

Tape – Play

Tip

When a tape is inserted, corres ponding forward/ reverse indicators light.

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Tape – Recording

Recording your favorite CD tracks on a tape

— CD-TAPE Synchro Recording

You can record a w hole CD on a tape. You can use TYPE I ( nor mal) tape. Use buttons on the unit for the operation.

1 Load a recordable tape. 2 Press DIRECTION repeatedly to select

“g” to record on one side. Select “h” or “j” to record on both sides.

3 Press TAPE nN repeatedly to select

recording side, then press x.

If you select both si des recording or fr ont side recording, press TAPE nN to light up the N indicator, then press x. If you record on the reverse side, press TAPE nN again to light up the n indicator, then press x.

4 Press DVD NX and load a disc you

want to record.

Press x twice to stop playback when playback starts.

5 Press CD SYNC.

The tape deck stands by for recording. “REC” flashes.

6 Press z START.

Recording starts.

To stop recording

Press x.

To record a CD by specifying track order

You can record onl y your favorite CD trac ks using Progra m Pl ay. Between st eps 4 and 5, perform steps 3 t o 6 of “Creating you r ow n program” (page15).

Notes

• CD Synchro Recording is not available with DVD, VIDEO CD, MP3 audio tracks and JPEG im age files.

• You cannot listen to other sources while recording.

• If the play mode is set to Rep eat Play or Shuffle Play, it automatically switches to Normal Play in step 5.

• The sound effect automatically switches to “FLAT” in step 5.

Tips

• When you record on both sides, be sure to start from the front side. If you start from the reve rse si de , recording stops at the end of the reverse side.

• If you select both sides recording and the tape reaches the end of the front side part-way through a track, the entire track is record ed ag ain from the beginning of the reverse side.

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Recording on a tape manually

— Manual Recording

You can record just the p ortions you like from a disc (DVD, VIDEO CD, CD and MP3) or radio program on a tape. You can also record from connected components (see “Hooking up optional components” on page 37). Use buttons on the unit for the operation.

1 Load a recordable tape. 2 Press DIRECTION repeatedly to select

“g” to record on one side. Select “h” or “j” to record on both sides.

3 Press TAPE nN repeatedly to select

recording side, then press x.

If you select bo t h si des recording or front side recording, press TAPE nN to light up the N indicator, then p ress x. If you record on the reve rs e side, press TAPE nN again to light up the n indicator, then press x.

4 Press one of the following buttons to

select the desired source to record.

• DVD NX: To record from this system’s CD/DVD player. Press x twice to stop playback.

• TUNER/BAND: To record from this system’s tuner.

• MD: To record from the connected optional component to MD IN L/R jacks.

5 Press z START.

The tape deck stan ds b y for recording. “REC” flashes.

6 Press z START, then start playing the

desired source to reco r d.

Recording starts.

To stop recording

Press x.

Notes

• You cannot listen to other sources while recor ding.

• If no sound is being recorded when recording from a DVD, set “Dolby Digital” or “DTS” to “PCM” under “AV” in the Setup Disp la y.

• The sound effect automatically switches to “FLAT” in step 5.

Tips

• 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.

• For recording from the tuner: If noise is heard while recording from the tuner, move the respective antenna to reduce the noise.

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Sound Adjustment

Selecting the sound effect

Press PRESET EQ repeatedly to select the preset you desire.

The preset name ap pears in the display.

To cancel the sound effect

Press PRESET EQ repeatedly until “FLAT” appears in the display.

Sound effect options

EQ Effect

ROCK Bass and treble are greatly boosted.

This gives rock and dance music tracks even more powerful sound.

JAZZ Bass and treble are somewhat boosted.

This makes liv e instrumenta l performances such as jazz or other small ensembles sparkle without losing the natural ton e s of th e instruments.

CLASSIC Unwanted treble is at te nuated, letting

you enjoy music with a relaxed feeling. This mode is suitable for orchestra, piano solos and other classica l music.

HALL Expansive, reverberating sounds are

artificially reproduced. This lets you enjoy natural expansive sound a nd reverberations such as inside a large theater or a chapel.

LIVE Bass and treble are boosted, and

reverberating sounds are artificially reproduced. This lets you enjoy expansive, dazzling and powerful sounds such as in a concert hall.

MOVIE Expansive, reverberating sounds are

artificially reprodu ced and th e b ass is also boosted. This lets you enjoy movies with a full sound-space feeling like being in a movie theater.

Singing along: Karaoke

You can sing along by turning down the singer’s voice. You need to connect an optional microphone.

Enjoying Karaoke

1 Press MIC LEVEL – repeatedly until

“MIC OFF” appears.

Connect an optional microphone to jack.

MIC

3 Press KARAOKE PON repeatedly until

“KARA PON” appears.

To sing karaoke of m ul tipl ex CD, press AUDIO repeatedly during play to select “Left” or “Right” (see “Changing the sound (Except for JPEG )” on page 18).

4 Start playing the music. 5 Press MIC LEVEL + or – repeatedly to

adjust the microphone volume.

Each time you press the button, the display changes cyclical l y as follows: MIC OFF y MIC 1 y MIC 2 y … y MIC 7

Other operations

To Do this

Use VIDEO CDs or DVDs

Cancel karaoke mode

Adjust the microphone echo

Turn on your TV and switch it to the appropriate video input.

Press MIC LEVEL – repeatedly until “MIC OFF” appears and disconnect the microphone from MIC jack, then press KARAOKE PON repeatedly until “m” disappears.

Press ECHO repeatedly to ad just the echo effect. To cancel the echoing, press ECHO repeatedly until “ECHO OFF” appears.

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Notes

• The instrumental sound may be reduced as well as the singer’s voice when the sound is recorded in monaural.

• The singer’s voice may not be reduced when: – only a few instruments are playing. – a duet is being played. – the source has strong echoes or chorus. – the singer’s voice deviat es from the center. – the voice on the source is singing in high soprano

or tenor.

• Karaoke mode is canceled when: – you change the disc. – you change the function. However, the microphone volume will not be

changed.

• With some songs, vocals may not be canceled when you select “KARA PON”.

• KARAOKE PON is not available during recording.

Tip

To adjust the microphone volume or echo on the unit, press MIC/ECHO on the unit repeatedly until “MIC X” (for microphone volume) or “ECHO X” (for microphone echo) appears, then pre ss . or > repeatedly.

Mixing and recording sounds

You can “mix” sounds by playing on e of the components and si nging or speaking int o a microphone (not supplied). The mixed sound can be recorded on a tape. Use buttons on the unit for the operation.

1 Prepare the source you want to mix. 2 Load a recordable tape. 3 Press DIRECTION repeatedly to select

“g”

to record on one side. Select

“h” or “j” to record on both sides.

4 Press TAPE nN repeatedly to select

recording side, then press x.

If you select bo t h si des recording or front side recording, press TAPE nN to light up the N indicator, then p ress x. If you record on the reve rs e side, press TAPE nN again to light up the n indicator, then press x.

5 Press the function button of the source

you want to record (e.g., DVD N).

When you want t o re cord fr om a d isc, pres s x twice to stop playback.

6 Press z START.

The tape deck s ta n ds by for record ing. “REC” flashes.

7 Press z START, and then start si nging,

speaking or playing the desired source.

Recording starts .

To stop recording

Press x.

Tips

• If acoustic feedback (howling) occurs, move the microphone away from the speakers or change the direction of the microphone.

• If you want to record your voice through the microphone only, you can do so by selecting the DVD function when a disc is load and not playing a disc.

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Timer

Falling asleep to music

— Sleep Timer

You can set the system to turn off after a certain time, so that you can fall asleep to music.

Press SLEEP.

Each time you press the button, the minute display (the turn-off time) changes cyclically as follows: AUTO* t 90 t 80 t 70 t … t 10 t OFF

* The system automatically turns off in 100 minutes or

after the current disc or tape finishes playing.

Other operations

To Press

Check the remaining time*

Change the time to turn off

Cancel the Sleep Timer Function

* You ca nnot check the remaining time if you sele c t

“AUTO”.

Note

Do not set to “AUTO” during Synchro Recording on a tape.

Tip

You can use the Sleep Timer, even if you have not set the clock.

SLEEP once.

SLEEP repeat edly to select the time you want.

SLEEP repeatedly until “SLE EP OFF” appears.

Waking up to music

—Play Timer

You can wake up to music at a preset time . Make sure you have set t he clock (see “Setting the clock” on page 10). Use buttons on the remote for the operation.

1 Prepare the sound source you want to

play.

• DVD: Load a disc.

• Tape: Load a tape.

• Tuner: Tune in the preset radio station (see “Liste nin g to the radi o” on pa ge 25).

2 Press CLOCK/TIMER SET. 3 Press . or > repeatedly to select

“PLAY SET”, then press ENTER.

“ON” appears and the hour indication flashes.

4 Set the time to start playing.

Press . or > repeatedly to set the hour, then press ENTER. The minute indication flashes. Press

. or > repeatedly to set the

minute, then press ENTER.

5 Set the time to stop playing following

the same procedure as step 5.

6 Press . or > repeatedly until the

desired sound source appears.

Each time you press the button, the display changes cyclical l y as follows:

TUNERy DVD PLAY

TAPE PLAY

7 Press ENTER.

The type of timer (“PLAY TIMER”), the start time, the stop time, and the sound source appear in tu rn, before the original display returns.

8 Press VOLUME + or – to adjust the

volume.

9 Press ?/1 to turn off the system.

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Other operations

To Do this

Check the setting 1 Press CLOCK/TIMER

Change the setting Start over from step 1. Cancel the timer

Notes

• You cannot activate the Play Timer and Rec Timer at the same time.

• If you use the Play Timer and the Sleep Timer at the same time, the sett ing with the earlier end tim e ha s priority.

• The system turns on 15 seconds before the preset time. Do not operate the system from the time the system turns on until the play starts.

• If the system is on 15 seconds before the preset time, the Play Timer will not be activated.

• You cannot use the optional component connected to MD IN L/R jacks as the sound source for Play Timer.

SELECT.

2 Press . or >

repeatedly until “PLAY SELECT” appears, then press ENTER.

1 Press CLOCK/TIMER

SELECT.

2 Press . or >

repeatedly until “TIMER OFF” appears, then press ENTER.

Timer recording radio programs

—Rec Timer

You can record a pr eset radio station fr om a specified time. To timer record, you must fi rst preset the radio station (see “Presetting radio stations” on page 24) and set the clock (see “Setting the clock” on page 10). Use buttons on the remote for the operation.

1 Press CLOCK/TIMER SET. 2 Press . or > repeatedly to select

“REC SET”, then press ENTER.

“ON” appears a nd t he hour indication flashes.

3 Set the time to start recording.

Press . or > repeatedly to set th e hour, then press ENTER.

The minute indication flashes. Press

. or > repeated ly to set the

minute, then press ENTER.

4 Set the time to stop recording following

the same procedure as step 4.

The type of timer (“REC TIMER”), the start time, the stop time, and “TUNER REC” appear in turn, before the ori g i nal display returns.

5 Load a recordable tape. 6 Press DIRECTION on the unit

repeatedly to select “g” to record on one side. Select “h” or “j” to record on both sides.

7 Press TAPE nN repeatedly to select

recording side, then press x.

If you select both sides recording or fr ont side recording, press TAPE nN to light up the N indicator, then press x. If you record on the reverse side, press TAPE nN again to light up the n indicator, then press x.

8 Tune in the preset radio station (see

“Listening to a preset station” on page 25).

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Timer

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9 Press ?/1 to turn off the system.

Other operations

To Do this

Check the setting 1 Press CLOCK/TIMER

Change the setting S tart over from step 1. Cancel the time r

Notes

• You cannot activate the Play Timer and Rec Timer at the same time.

• If you use the Rec Timer and the Sleep Timer at the same time, the setting with the earlier end time has priority.

• The system turns on 15 seconds before the preset time. Do not operat e the system from the time the system turns on until the play starts.

• If the system is on 15 seconds before the preset time, the Rec Timer will not be activated.

• The volume is reduced to minimum during recording.

• Note that if th e Rec Timer is set at the same tim e as the Play Timer sound source is se t to ta pe , the Rec Timer sound may be recorded onto the ta pe .

SELECT.

2 Press . or >

repeatedly until “REC SELECT” ap p ears, then press ENTER.

1 Press CLOCK/TIMER

SELECT.

2 Press . or >

repeatedly until “TIMER OFF” appears, then press ENTER.

Display

Turning off the display

— Power Saving Mode

The clock display can be turned off to minimize the amount of power consumed during sta ndby (Power Saving Mode).

Press DISPLAY repeatedly while the system is off until the clock display disappears.

To cancel Power Saving Mode

Press DISPLAY while the system is off. Each time you press the button, the display switches as follows: Clock display* y No display (Power Sa vi ng Mode)

* The clock is displayed only if you set the clock.

Tips

• The timer continues to operate in Power Saving Mode.

•

?/1 indicator lights up even in Power Saving Mode.

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Adjusting the brightness

Viewing information

of the indicators

Press DIMMER repeatedly.

Each time you press the button, the setting changes cycl i cally as follows: DIMMER OFF t DIMMER 1 t DIMMER 2*

* DIMMER 2 is the darkest.

about the disc in the display

You can check the playing time and remaining time of the current track or that of the disc.

Checking the disc in formation (DVD/VIDEO CD/CD/MP3/ JPEG)

Press DISPLAY.

Each time you press the button, the display changes cyclically as follows:

x When playing a DVD

Elapsed playing time of the current title t Remaining time of the current chapter t Remaining time of the current title t Clock display (for a few sec onds) t Effect st atus (f or a few seconds)

x When playing a CD/VIDEO CD without PBC function

Elapsed playing time of the current track t Remaining time of the current track t Remaining time of the disc1) t Clock display (for a few seconds) t Effect status (for a few seconds)

x When playing a VIDEO CD with PBC functions (Ver. 2.0)

Elapsed playing time on the current track2) t Clock display (for a few seconds) t Effect status (for a few seconds)

x When playing an MP3

Elapsed playing time of the current track t Clock display (for a few seconds) t Effect status (for a few seconds)

x When playing a JPEG

Current file number t Clock di splay ( for a few seconds) t Effect status (for a few seconds)

Display

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x When you press DISPLAY in stop mode

Total title/track number of the disc and total playing time of the current disc

t Clock display (for a few se conds) t Effect sta tus (f or a few seconds)

These are not displayed during Shuffle Play or Program Play.

May not appear with still images.

VIDEO CDs and CDs only

Checking the tuner information (TUNER)

Press DISPLAY while listening to the radio.

Each time you press the button, the display changes cycli cally as follows: Preset numb er* and f requenc y t Clock display (for a few second s) t Effect status (f or a few seconds)

* Prese t number is displayed only if you preset radio

stations (page 24).

Viewing information about the disc in the on-screen display

You can check th e pl aying time and rema i ning time of the current title, chapter or track.

Press DISPLAY.

Each time you press t he button, the display changes cyclical l y as follows:

x When playing a DVD

Elapsed playing time of the current title t Remaining time of the current chapter t Remaining time of the current title

x When playing a VIDEO CD

Elapsed playing time of the current track t Remaining time of the current track*

x When playing a CD

Elapsed playing time of the current track t Remaining time of the current track t Remaining time of the current disc

x When playing an MP3

Elapsed playing time of the current track

x When playing a JPEG

Current file number and total number of files

* When playi ng a VIDEO CD wi thout PBC function

To turn off the display

Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the display disappears.

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Optional Components

Hooking up optional components

To enhance your system, you can connect optional components. Refer to the operating instruc tio n s provided with each com ponent.

Amplifier or MD deck

To the digital input jack of the digital component

To the component video input jack of the TV or projector

TV or projector

A DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack

Use a digital optical cord (square, not supplied) to connect an amplifier, MD deck or DAT deck with a digital optical input jack. Sound is then output when the system fun cti on is set to DVD. By connecting this system to the optical input jack of the optional amplifier equipped with Dolby Digital or DTS decoder, you can enjoy the 5.1 channel sound. In addition, when the CD or DVD audio is linear PCM, you can make a digital recordin g from this system to an MD deck or DAT deck.

MD deck or VCR, etc.

From the audio output jack of the connected component

To the S video input jack of the TV

Notes

• When playing a VIDEO CD or MP3 audio tracks, you cannot output digital audio.

• You can record digital audio from this system only when DVD function is selected.

• You cannot make a digital recording of a copy guarded disc using a digital component connected to this system. Also, playback may not be possible depending on the connected component.

• DVD linear PCM output is output at a sampling frequency of 48 kHz regardless of the disc being played back.

• When you connect a component that does not support Dolby Digital or DTS to the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack and output a Dolby Digital or DTS bit stream, noise may be heard from the connected component.

Optional Components

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B MD IN L/R jacks

Use audio cords ( n ot supplied) to connect an optional analog component (MD dec k or V C R , etc.) to these j acks. You ca n then record or listen to from the component through this system.

C S VIDEO OUT jack

Use an S video cord (not supplied) to connect an optional TV to this jack. Set VIDEO OUT SELECTOR to S VIDEO OUT while the system is off. You can enjoy hi gher quality video images.

D VIDEO OUT SELECTOR

Set VIDEO OUT SELECTOR depending on which jack is connected to the TV only while the system is off.

E T LINE-TV jack (for Russian model)

Use an optional SCA R T cord to connect a TV. Check that the TV conforms to RGB signals. If the TV conforms to RGB signals, change the input mode of the TV to RGB signals, then set VIDEO OUT SELECTOR on the unit to T LINE-TV while the sy stem is off. Refer to the operating instructions supplied with the TV to be connected.

E COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks (for other models)

Use an optional com ponent video cord to connect a TV. Set VIDEO OUT SELECTOR to COMPONENT VIDEO OUT while the system is off.

Listening to audio from a connected component

Use buttons on the unit for the operation.

1 Connect audio cords.

See “Hooking up optional components” on page 37.

2 Press MD to switch the function to MD.

Start playing the connected component.

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Enjoying the 5.1 channel

Recording audio from a

sound with the optional amplifier

1 Connect a digital optical cord.

See “Hooking up optional components” on page 37.

2 Connect 6 speakers to an AV amplifier

equipped with a decoder.

For the speaker placement, refer to th e operating instructions supplied with the connected amplifier.

3 Press DVD SETUP in stop mode.

The Setup Disp l ay appears.

4 Press < or , repeatedly to select

“AV”, then press ENTER.

5 Press M or m repeatedly to select

“Dolby Digital” or “DTS”, then press ENTER.

6 Press M or m repeatedly to select “Bit

Stream”, then press ENTER.

7 Press DVD SETUP to turn off the Setup

Display.

8 Switch the output to 5.1 channel Dolby

Digital sound or 5.1 channel DTS sound.

See “Changi ng the sound /subtitl e/angle” on page 18.

Note

If “Dolby Digital” or “DTS” is set to “Bi t Str eam”, sound is not output from the supplied speakers and optional headphone does not function .

connected component

1 Connect audio cords.

See “Hooking up optional components” on page 37.

2 Start recording manually.

See “Recording on a t ape manually” on page 29.

Recording on a connected component

Making a digital recording on an MD

1 Connect a digital optical cord.

See “Hooking up optional components” on page 37.

2 Press DVD N (or DVD NX on the

unit) to switch the function to DVD.

3 Press x twice to stop playback. 4 Start recording with the connected

digital component (MD deck, etc.)

Refer to the operating instructions provided with the connected component.

5 Press DVD N (or DVD NX on the

unit) to start playing.

Notes

• You cannot make a digital recording in the following cases.

– Copy guarded DVDs – DVD Dolby Digital or DTS bit stream output – CD-Rs/CD-RWs* recorded in music CD format

• You cannot make a recording when “Dolby Digital” or “DTS” under “AV” is set to “Bit Stream”. Set “Dolby Digital” and “DTS” to “PCM”.

* Playback is possible on a connected digita l

component.

Optional Components

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Troubleshooting

Problems and remedies

Should you encounter a problem with your system, do the following:

1 Make sure the power cord and speaker

cords are correctly and firmly connected.

2 Find your problem in the troubleshooting

checklist below and take the indicated corrective action.

If the problem persists after doing all of the above, consult yo ur nearest Sony dealer.

When the ?/1 indicator flashes

Immediately unplug the power co rd and check the follow i ng i tems.

• If your system has a voltage selector, is the voltage selector set to the correct voltage? Check the voltage for your region, the n make sure the voltage selector is set correctly.

• Are the + and – speaker cords shor tcircuited?

• Are you using th e supplied speakers?

• Is anything blocking the ventilation holes on the rear of the system?

Check all the above items and fix any problems found. A ft er ?/1 indicator stops flashing, reconnect the power cord and turn on the system. If the indi cator s til l fla shes, o r if the cause of the prob l em cannot be found even after checki ng all the above items, consult your neares t Sony dealer.

General

“– –:– –” appears in the displa y .

• A power interruption has occurred. Set the clock (page 10 ) and tim er settings (pages 32 and 33) again.

The clock setting/radio presetting/timer is canceled.

• Redo th e f ollowing: – “Setting the clock” (page 10) – “Presetting radio stations” (page 24) – “Fal ling asleep to music” and “Waking up to

music” (page 32)

– “Time r reco rd ing r ad io progr a ms ” (pa ge 33)

There is no sound.

• Press VOLUME +.

• Make sure the headp hon es are not connected.

• Check the speaker connections (page 7).

• There is no audio output during Rec Timer.

• The system is in pause mode or in slow-motion play mode. Press DVD N or DVD NX on the unit to return to Normal Play.

• Set “Dolby Digital” or “DTS” under “AV” to “PCM”.

There is severe hum or noise.

• Move the syst em away fro m th e so u rce of noise.

• Connect the system to a differen t w all outlet.

• Install a noise filter (commer ci a lly available) to the power cord.

The timer cannot be set.

• Set the clock again (page10).

The timer does not function.

• Check the timer setting and set the correct time (pages 32 and 33).

• Cancel the Sleep Timer Function (page 32).

The remote does not function.

• Remove the obstacle.

• Move the remote closer to the system.

• Point the remote at the system’s sensor.

• Replace the batteries (R6/size AA).

• Locate the s ystem away from the fluoresce nt light.

There is acoustic feedback.

• Reduce the volume.

• Move the microphone away from the speakers or change the direction of the microphone.

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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 t he s pe ak ers farther away from the TV set.

Speakers

Sound comes from one channel or unbalanced left and right volume.

• Check the speaker connection and speaker placement.

• The source being played back is monaural.

Sound lacks bass.

• Check that the speaker’s + and – jacks are connected correctly.

DVD/VIDEO CD/CD/MP3/JPEG player

The disc tray does not open and “LOCKED” appears.

• Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility.

The disc tray does not close.

• Place the disc correctly.

• Always close the tray by pressing Z on the unit. Trying to press the tray closed with your fingers may cause problems with the pla ye r .

The disc does not eject.

• You cannot ejec t the disc duri ng CD Synchr o Recording. Press x to cance l th e CD Syn ch ro Recording, then press Z on the unit to eject the disc.

• Consult your nearest Sony dealer.

Play does not start.

• Open the disc tray and check wheth er a disc is loaded.

• Wipe the disc clean (page 4 6).

• Replace th e di sc.

• Place the disc that this system can play (page5).

• Place the disc correctly.

• Place the disc in the tray with the la be l side up.

• Remove the di s c a n d wipe away th e moisture on the disc, then leave the system turned on for a few hours until the moisture evapora tes.

• Press DVD N or DVD NX on the unit to start play.

• The region code on the DVD does not match the system.

The sound skips.

• Wipe the disc clean ( pa ge46).

• Replace the disc.

• Try moving the system to a place without vibration (e.g., on top of a stable stand) .

• Try moving the speakers away from the system, or placing them on separate stands. When you listen to a track with bass sounds at high volum e , the speaker vibration may cause the so und to skip.

Play does not start from the first track.

• Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until both “PGM” and “SHUF” disappear to return to Normal Play.

• Resume Play has been select ed . Pres s x in stop mode, then start playback (page 12).

• The title, DVD or PBC me nu automatically appears on the TV screen.

Playback starts automatically.

• The DVD features an auto playback function.

Playback stops automatically.

• Some discs may contain an auto pause signal. While playing such a disc, the playback stops at the auto pause signal.

You cannot perform some functions such as Stop, Search, Slow-motion Play, Repeat Play, Shuffle Play or Program Play.

• Depending on the disc, you may not be able to do some of the operations above. Re fer to the operating instructio ns supplied with the disc.

MP3 audio track cannot be played back.

• Recording was not performed according to the ISO9660 level 1 or level 2 format, or Joliet in the expansion format.

• The MP3 audio track does not have the extension “.MP3”.

• The data is not stored in MP3 format.

• Discs containing files other than MPEG 1 Audio Layer-3 files cannot be playe d.

• Set “Data CD Priority” under “AV” to “MP3” (page 20).

• Playback is possible up to 15 levels.

• The album contains more than 999 MP3 audio tracks.

MP3 audio tracks take longer to play back than others.

• After the system reads all tracks on the discs, playback may take more time tha n usual if: – the numbe r of albums or tracks on the disc is

very large.

– the album and track organization structure is

very complex.

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The JPEG image file cannot be played.

• The DATA CD is not recorded in JPEG format that conforms to ISO9660 Level 1/Level 2 or Joliet.

• The JPEG image file does not have the extension “.JPG” or “.JPEG”.

• The data is not formatted in JPEG even though it has the extension “.JPG” or “.JPEG” .

• Set “Data CD Priority ” und er “AV” to “JPEG” (page 20).

• Playback is possible up to 15 levels.

• The album contains more than 999 JPEG image files.

The sound loses stereo effect when you play a DVD, VIDEO CD, CD or MP3.

• Select “KARA OFF” in step 3 of “Singing along: Karaoke” (page 3 0).

• Make sure the system is connected appr opr ia te ly.

The recording was not done properly when making a digital recording from the CD/DVD player of this system to an optional component connected to the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack.

• Audio data is output from the DIGI T A L O U T (OPTICAL) jack without a ny sound processing, so that the audio data is output slight ly a he ad of the sound from the speakers. Therefo re, start the optional component reco rd ing in advance when making a digital recording to a connected optional component (MD deck, etc.).

Picture

There is no picture.

• Press DVD.

• Check that th e system is connected secu rel y .

• If video from this system has to go through your VCR to get to your TV, the cop y - pr o te c tion applied to some DVD programs could affect picture quality. If you still exper ie nc e p ro ble ms after checking your connections, ple as e try connecting this system dir ectly to your TV’s Svideo-input, if your TV is equipped with this input, then set VIDEO OUT SELECTOR to S VIDEO OUT while the system is off (page 8).

• The video cable is damaged. Replace it with a new one.

• Make sure you conn e ct the system to the video input jack of your TV (page 8).

• Make sure you turn on the TV and oper ate the T V correctly.

• Make sure you select the video input on the TV so that you can view the pictures from the system.

• When you play a VIDEO CD, make sure you set the color system correctly, according to your TV (color) system (except for Russian model) .

• Make sure you connect the system and your TV using only the supplied video cable so that you can view game images.

Picture noise appears.

• Clean the disc.

• When you play a VIDEO CD, the color system is different. Set the color system to match your TV (page 20) (except for Russian model).

The aspect ratio of the screen cannot b e changed even though you set “TV Type” under “AV” in the Setup Display when you play a wide picture.

• The aspect ratio is fixed on your DVD.

• If you connect the system with the S video cable, connect directly to the TV. Otherwise, you may not change the aspect ratio.

• Depending on the TV, you may not change the aspect ratio.

Messages do not appear on the screen in the language you want.

• Select the language you want for the on-screen display in “OSD” under “Language” in the Setup Display (page 19).

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The language for the sound track cannot be changed.

• Multilingual tracks are not recorded on the DVD being played.

• The DVD prohibits changing the language for the sound track.

The subtitle language cannot be changed.

• Multilingual subtitles are not recorded on the DVD being played.

• The DVD prohibits changing the subtitles.

The subtitle cannot be turned off.

• The DVD prohibits turning off subtitles.

The angles cannot be changed.

• Multi-angles are not recorded on the DVD being played.

• The DVD prohibits changing the angles.

Tuner

Severe hum or noise/stations cannot be received. (“TUNED” or “STEREO” flashes in the display)

• Set the proper band and frequency (page 24).

• Connect th e an tenna properly (page 7).

• Find a place and an orientation that provide good reception, then set up the antenna again. If you cannot obtain good reception, we recommend you connect a commercially available external antenna.

• The supplied FM lead antenna receives signals along its entire length, so make sure you extend it fully.

• Locate the antennas as far away from the speaker cords as possible.

• Consult your nearest Sony dealer if the supplied AM antenna has come off the plastic stand.

• Try turning off surrounding electrical equipment.

A stereo FM program cannot be received in stereo.

• Press FM MODE until “MONO” disappears.

Tape deck

The tape does not record or play, or there is a decrease in sound level.

• The heads are dirty. Clean them (page 46).

• The record/playback heads are ma gne tized. Demagnetize them (page46).

The tape does not erase completely.

• The record/playback heads are ma gne tized. Demagnetize them (page46).

There is excessive wow or flutter, or the sound drops out.

• The capstans or pinch rollers are dirty. Clean them (page 46).

Noise increases or the high frequencies are erased.

• The record/playback heads are ma gne tized. Demagnetize them (page46).

The tape does not record.

• No cassette is loaded. Load a cassette.

• The tab has been removed from the cassette. Cover the broken tab with adhesive tape (page 46).

• The tape has wound to the end.

• Set “Dolby Digital” or “DTS” under “AV” to “PCM”.

“TAPE ERR” appears in the display.

• Press ?/1 to turn off the system and remove any tapes from the cassette holder. Then disconnect the power cord and reconnect it. Then press ?/1 to turn on the system. If “TAPE ERR” still appears, consult your nearest Sony deal e r .

Optional components

There is no sound.

• Refer to General item “There is no sound.” (page 40) and check the condition of the system.

• Connect the component properly (page 37) while checking: – if the cords are connected properly. – if the cord plugs are firmly inserted all the way.

• Turn on the connected component.

• Refer to the operating instructions suppl ie d with the connected component and st art pl ay ing.

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If the system still does not operate properly after performing the above measures, reset the system as follows:

Use buttons on the unit for the operation.

1 Disconnect the power cord. 2 Reconnect the power cord. 3 Press x, DIRECTION and DVD NX at the

same time.

4 Press ?/1 to tu r n on the system.

The system is reset to the factor y settings except for DVD settings . Y ou should set the settin gs you made, such as the pr eset stat ions , clock, and timer.

To return the DVD setup to the default settings*, perform reset as follows:

The operation can o nl y be set us in g t he TV screen.

1 Press DVD SETUP in stop mode. 2 Press < or , repeatedly to select “Reset”,

then press ENTER.

3 Press < or , repeatedly to select “YES”,

then press ENTER. It takes a few seconds to complete. Do not press ?/1 when resetting the system.

* Exce pt for Rating (Parental C ontr ol) settings

Messages

One of the following messages may appear or flash in the display during operation.

DVD/VIDEO CD/CD/MP3/JPEG

CAN’T PLAY

• A disc that cannot be played was inserted.

• A disc with an unsupported Region code was inserted.

NO DISC

There is no disc in the unit.

NOT IN USE

You pressed an invalid button.

Tape

NO TAB

You cannot record the tape because the tab has been removed from the cassette.

NO TAPE

There is no tape in the tape deck.

TAPE ERR

A malfunction of the tape deck has occurred.

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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 unit is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connec te d to the wall outlet, even if the unit itse lf 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 power cord (mains le ad), pull it out by the plug. Never pull the c or d itse lf .

• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the system, unplug the system and have it checked by qua lified personnel before operating it any furthe r .

• AC power cord must be changed only at the qualified service shop.

On placement

• Do not place the system in an inclined position.

• Do not place the system in locations where it is; – Extremely hot or cold – Dusty or dirty – Very hum id – Subject to vibrations – Subject to direct sunlight.

• Use caution when placing the unit or speakers on surfaces that have been specially treat ed (wi th wa x, oil, polish, etc.) as staining or discolo ration of the surface may result.

On heat buildup

• Although the system heats up during operation, this is not a malfunction.

• Place the system in a location wit h adequate ventilation to prevent heat buildup in the system.

• If you continuously use this system at a high volume, the cabinet temperature of th e to p, si de and bot tom rises considerably. To avoid burning yourself, do not touch the cabinet.

• To prevent a malfunction, do not cover the ventilation hole for the cooling fan .

In case color irregularity is observed on nearby a TV screen

With the magneti cally shield ed type of spe aker system, the speakers can be installed near a TV set. Howe ve r, color irregularity may still be observe d on the TV screen depending on the type of your TV se t.

If color irregularity is observed…

Turn off the TV set once, then turn it on after 15 to 30 minutes.

If color irregularity is observed again…

Place the speakers farther away from the TV set.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Caution: This syste m is capable of holding a still video image or on-screen display image on your television screen indefinitely. If you leave the still video image or on-screen display image displayed on your TV for an extended period of time you risk permanent damage to your tel ev isi on sc ree n . Projection televisions are especially susceptible to this.

On operation

• If the 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/ DVD player. Should this occur, the system will not operate properly. Remove the disc and leave the system turned on for about an hour until the moisture evaporates.

• When you move the system, take out any disc.

If you have any questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your ne are st S ony de a le r .

Additional Information

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Notes on discs

• Before playing, clean the disc with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from the center out .

• Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cl ean ers or anti-static spray intended for vinyl LPs.

• Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air ducts, nor leav e it in a car parked in direct sunlight.

• Do not use discs encircl ed wit h a protection ring. This may cause a malfunction to the system.

• When using discs that have glue or similar tacky substance on the label side of the disc or that use d a special ink when the label wa s p rin ted, there is a chance that the disc or label may become attach ed to parts inside this unit. When this occurs, it may not be possible to remove the disc, and may also cause this unit to malfunction. Be sure to check that the label side of the disc is not sticky before using. The following types of disc should not be used: – Rental or used discs with attach ed seal s where th e

glue extends beyond the seal. The perimeter of the seal on the disc is tacky.

– Discs that have labels printed using a special ink

that feels tacky when touched.

Cleaning the cabinet

Clean the cabinet, panel and co ntro ls with a soft cloth slightly moistened wi th mild dete rgent soluti on. Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or solvent such as thinner, benzine or alcohol.

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.

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 frequently. The tape may get entangled in the tape deck.

Cleaning the tape heads

Clean the tape heads after every 10 hours of use . Be sure to clean the tape heads before you sta r t an important recording or after playing an old tape. Use a separately sold dry-type or wet-type cleaning cassette. For details, refer to th e instructions of the cleaning cassette.

Demagnetizing the tape heads

Demagnetize the tape h ead s and the metal parts that have contact with the tape after every 20 to 30 hours of use with a separately sold demagnetizing cassette. For details, refer to the instructions of the dem agnetizing cassette.

Break off the cassette tab

If you later want to reuse the tape for recording, cover the broken tab with adhesive tape .

Before placing a cassette in the tape deck

Take up any slack in the tape. Otherwise, the tape may get entangled in the parts of the tape deck and become damaged.

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Specifications

Main unit (HCD-GP8D)

Amplifier section

Russian model

The following measured at AC 230 V, 50/60 Hz DIN power output (rated) 30 + 30 watts

Continuous RMS power output (reference)

Other models

The following measured at AC 240 V, 50/60 Hz DIN power output (rated) 30 + 30 watts

Continuous RMS power output (reference)

Inputs MD IN (phono jacks): voltage 1 V, impedance

MIC (phone jack): sensitivity 1 mV,

Outputs VIDEO OUT (phono jack):

S VIDEO OUT (4-pin/mini-DIN jack):

LINE-TV (for Russian model):

COMPONENT VIDEO OUT (for other models):

DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) (Square optical connector jack, rear panel) Wavelength 660 nm PHONES (stereo mini jack):

SPEAKER: accepts impedance of

(6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN)

40 + 40 watts (6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10% THD)

(6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN)

40 + 40 watts (6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10% THD)

47 kilohms

impedance 10 kilohms

max. output level 1 Vp-p, unbalanced, Sync negative, load impedance 75 ohms

Y: 1 Vp-p, unbalanced, Sync negative, C: 0.286 Vp-p for NTSC, load impedance 75 ohms

0.3 Vp-p for PAL, load impedance 75 ohms

max. output level 1 Vp-p, unbalanced, Sync negative, load impedance 75 ohms

Y: 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms

B, CR: 0.7 Vp-p, 75 ohms

accepts headphones of 8ohms or more

6 ohms

Disc player section

System Compact disc and digit al

audio and video system

Laser Semiconductor laser

(DVD: λ=650 nm, CD: λ=780 nm) Emission duration: continuous

Frequency response DVD (PCM 48 kHz):

2 Hz – 22 kHz (±1 dB) CD: 2 Hz – 20 kHz (±1 dB)

Video color system format

Russian model: PAL Other models: NTSC, PAL

Tape deck section

Recording system 4-track 2-channel stereo Frequency response 40 – 13,000 Hz,

using Son y TYPE I cassette

Wow and flutter ±0.15% W.Peak (IEC)

0.1% W.RMS (NAB) ±0.2% W.Peak (DIN)

Tuner section

FM stereo, FM/AM superheterodyne tuner

FM tuner section

Tuning range 87.5 – 108.0 MHz

(50-kHz step) Antenna FM lead antenna Antenna terminals 75 ohms unbalanced Intermediate frequency 10.7 MHz

AM tuner section

Tuning range Russian model: 531 – 1,602 kHz

(with the interval set at

9kHz) Other models: 530 – 1,710 kHz

(with the interval set at

10 kHz)

531 – 1,602 kHz

(with the interval set at

9kHz) Antenna AM loop antenna Antenna terminals External antenna terminal Intermediate frequency 450 kHz

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Speaker (SS-CGP8D)

Speaker system 2-way, bass-reflex type,

Built in sub woofer,

magnetically shielded type Speaker units Woofer: 12 cm, cone type Sub woofer: 15 cm, cone type Tweeter: 2.5 cm, Balance Dome

type Nominal impedance 6 ohms Dimensions (w/h/d) Approx. 183 × 295 ×

295 mm Mass Approx. 4.7 kg net per

speaker

General

Power requirements Russian model: 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz Australian model: 230 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Hong Kong model: 220 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz Other models: 110 – 120 V, 220 – 240 V

AC, 50/60 Hz

Adjustable with voltage

selector Power consumption Russian model: 90 watts

0.3 watts (in Power Saving

mode) Other models: 90 watts Dimensions (w/h/d) Approx. 191 × 250 ×

312 mm Mass Approx. 6.2 kg Supplied accessories: Remote Commander (1)

R6 (size AA) batteries (2)

AM loop antenna (1)

FM lead antenna (1)

Video cable (1)

Speaker pads (8)

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Glossary

Album

Section of a music piece on a data CD containing MP3 au di o tracks or JPEG image files.

Auto Pause

An automatical pauses accordin g to the signal encoded on the disc while playing a VIDEO CD. If the CD/DVD player does not resume play for a long time, press DV D N or DVD NX on the unit to resume play manually.

Chapter

Sections of a picture or a music piece on a DVD that are smaller than titles. A t itle is composed o f several chapte rs. Each chapter i s assigned a chapter numbe r en abling you to locate the chapter you wan t .

Dolby Digital

This sound format for movie theaters is more advanced than Dolby Surround Pro Logic. In this format, the surround speakers output stereo sound with an expa nded frequency range an d a subwoofer channel for deep bass is independently provided. This forma t is also called “5.1” beca use the subwoofer channel is counted as 0.1 channel (since it functi o ns only when a deep bass e ff ect is needed). All si x channels in this f ormat are recorded separately to realize superi or channel separation. Furthermore, since all the signals are proce ssed digitally, less signal degrada tio n occu rs .

DTS

Digital audio compression technology that the Digital Theater Systems, Inc. developed. This technology conforms to 5.1-channel surrou nd. The surround chan nel is stereo and there i s discrete sub woofer channel in this format. DTS provides the same 5. 1 di screte channels of hi gh quality digital audio. The good channel separatio n is realize d because the all chann el data is recorded dis cr et e and processed in digital.

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DVD

A disc that contains up to 8 hours of moving pictures even though its diameter is the same as a CD. The data capacity of a si ngle-layer and sing l esided DVD, at 4.7 GB (Giga Byte), is 7 times that of a CD. Fu rthermor e, the data cap acity o f a dual-layer and single-sided DVD is 8. 5 G B , a single-layer and double-sided DVD 9.4 GB, and a dual-layer and double-sided DVD 17 GB. The pictur e data uses the MPE G 2 format, on e of the worldwide standards of digital compression technology. The pict ur e data is compressed to about 1/40 of its orig in al size. The DVD also uses the variable rate coding technology that changes the data to be allocate d according to the status of the picture. The audio data is recorded in Dolby Digital as well as in PCM, allowing you to enjoy more realistic audio pr esence. Furthermor e, various advanced functions suc h as the multi-angle, multilingual, and Parental Control functions are provided with the DVD.

File

Section of a picture on a data CD containing JPEG image files.

Film based software, Video based software

DVDs can be classified as Film based or Video based software. Film based DVDs contain the same images (24 frames per second) that are shown at movie theaters. Video based DVDs, such as television dramas or sit-coms, displays images at 30 frames (or 60 fields) per second.

Index (CD) / Video Index (VIDEO CD)

A number that divides a track into sections to easily locate the point yo u want on a VIDEO CD or a CD. Depending on the disc, no indexes may be recorded.

Menu Playback

Playback using the menu screens recorded on VIDEO CDs with PBC functions. You can enjoy simple interactive software using the menu playback function.

Multi-angle function

Various angle s, or viewpoints of the video camera, for a scene are recorded on some DVDs.

Multilingual function

Several languages for the sound or subt itles in a picture are recorded on some DV Ds.

Multi Session

This is a recording method that enables adding of data using the Trac k-At-Once method. Conventional CDs begin at a CD control area called the Lead-in and end at an are a called Lead-out. A Multi Session CD is a CD having multiple sessions, with each segment from Lead-in to Le ad-out regarde d as a si ngle sess ion. CD-Extra: This format records audio (audio CD data) on the tracks in session 1 and data on the tracks in sess i o n 2.

Parental Control

A function of the DVD to limit playback of the disc by the age of th e users according to t h e limitation level in each country/region. The limitation varies from disc to disc; when it is activated, playback is completely prohibited, violent scenes are skipped or replaced with other scenes and so on.

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Playback Contro l (PB C )

Signals encoded on VIDEO CDs (Version 2.0) to control playback. By using men u screens recorded on VIDEO CDs with PBC functions, you can enjoy playing simple interactive programs, programs with search functions, and so on. This system conforms to Ver. 1.1 and Ver. 2.0 of VIDEO CD standards. You can en joy two ki nds of playback depending on the disc type.

VIDEO CDs without PBC functions (Ver. 1.1 discs)

Enjoy video playback (moving pictures) as well as music.

VIDEO CDs with PBC functions (Ver. 2.0 discs)

Play interactive software using menu screens displayed on the TV screen (PBC Playback), in addition to the video playback functions of Ver.

1.1 discs. Moreover, you can play highresolution still pictures, if they are included on the disc.

Region Code

This system is used to protect copyrights. A region number is allocated on each DVD syst em or DVD disc according to the sales regio n. Each region code is shown on the sy stem as well as on the disc packaging. The system can play the discs that match its region code. The system can also play disc s with the “ ” mark. Even when

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the region code is not shown on the DVD, the region limit may still be activated.

Scene

On a VIDEO CD with PBC functions (page 14), the menu screens, moving pictures, and still pictures are divided into se ctions called “scenes”. Ea ch scene is ass igned a scene n umber enabling you to lo cate the scene you wan t.

Title

The longest sections of a picture or a music piece on a DVD; a movie, etc., for a picture piece on video so ft war e; o r an al bum, et c. , for a music piece on audio software. Ea ch title is assigned a title number enabling you to locate the title you want.

Track

Sections of a picture or a m u s ic pi ece on a CD, VIDEO CD, MP3 or JPEG . Eac h track is assigned a track nu m ber enabling you to loc at e the track you w ant.

Disc

DVD structure

VIDEO CD or CD structure

MP3 structure

JPEG structure

VIDEO CD

Title

Chapter

Track

Index

Album

Track

Album

File

Disc

A compact disc that contains moving pictures. The picture data uses the MPEG 1 format, one of the worldwide standards for digit al compression technology. The pict ur e data is compressed to about 1/140 of its original size. Consequently, a 12 cm VIDEO CD can contain up to 74 minutes of moving pictures. VIDEO CDs also con t ain compact audio data. Sounds outside th e range of human hearin g are compressed whil e t he sounds we can hear ar e not compressed. VIDEO CDs can hold 6 times the audio information of conventional audio CDs. There are 2 versions of V ID EO CDs.

• Version 1.1: You can play only moving pictures and sounds.

• Version 2.0: You can play high-resol ution still pictures and enjoy PBC functions.

This system conform s t o both versions.

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List of button locations and reference pages

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How to use this page

Use this page to find the location of buttons and other parts of the system that are mentioned in the text.

Main unit

ALPHABETICAL ORDER

A – L

Cassette compartment qg (27, 28,

31, 33) CD SYNC qd (28) DIRECTION 9 (27, 28, 29, 31,

33, 44) Disc tray 4 (11) Display window 3

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M – Z

MD qk (29, 38) MIC jack qh (30) MIC/ECHO qa (31) PHONES jack qj PRESET EQ 8 (30) Remote sensor 2 TUNER/BAND qk (24, 25, 29) TUNING +/– 6 (24, 26) VOLUME +/– 7 (12, 26, 27)

Illustration number

TUNER/BAND qk (24, 25, 29)

Name of button/part Reference page

BUTTON DESCRIPTIONS

?/1 (powe r) 1 (9, 44) Z (open/close) 5 (11) m/M (rewind/fast forward)

6 (12, 27)

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(12, 31)

Z PUSH (eject) 0 (27) x (stop) qs (9, 12, 25, 27, 28, 31,

39, 44) z START (record) qf (28, 31) DVD NX (play/pause) ql (9,

11, 22, 28, 39, 44) TAPE nN (play) ql (27, 28,

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Remote control

ALPHABETICAL ORDER

A – J

ANGLE qd (19) AUDIO qd (18, 30) CLEAR wa (15, 16, 22) CLOCK/TIMER SELECT qs

(33, 34)

CLOCK/TIMER SET qs (10, 32,

33) DIMMER 8 (35) DISPLAY 0 (34, 35, 36) DVD MENU 0 (13, 14) DVD SETUP 0 (10, 19, 20, 21,

23, 39, 44) DVD TOP MENU 0 (13) ECHO 6 (30) ENTER 0qf (10, 13, 14, 16, 19,

20, 21, 24, 32, 33, 39, 44) FM MODE qk (26)

K – Z

KARAOKE PON qj (30) MD qg MIC LEVEL +/– 5 (30) MUTING qa (12, 26, 27) Number buttons ws (13, 14, 15,

16, 21) PLAY MODE 9 (12, 15) PRESET +/– w; (24, 25) PRESET EQ qh (30) REPEAT ql (14) SLEEP wd (32) SUBTITLE qd (19) TIME SEARCH 2 (16) TUNER BAND w; (24, 25) TUNER MEMORY 7 (24) TUNING +/– w; (24, 26) VOLUME +/– 4 (12, 26, 27, 32)

BUTTON DESCRIPTIONS

?/1 (power) 1 (9, 32, 44) O RETURN 3 (14)

M/m/</, 0 (10, 12, 19, 39,

44) TAPE nN (play) w; (27, 33) DVD N (play) w; (10, 11, 22,

39) ./> (go back/forward) w;

(10, 12, 32)

x (stop) w; (9, 12, 27, 33, 39) m/M (rewind/fast forward)

w; (12, 27)

X (pause) w; (12) SLOW y w; (12)

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