Sony CMT-VP11 User Manual

Micro HiFi Component System

Operating Instructions

4-227-682-11(2)

CMT-VP11

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

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

This system can play the following discs

VIDEO CDs Audio CDs

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This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product. The CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT MARKING is located on the rear exterior.

This system is equipped with the Dolby* B-type noise reduction system. * Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license

from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. “DOLBY” and the double-D symbol ; are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

Contents Audio + Video

(moving pictures) Disc size 12 cm/8 cm 12 cm/8 cm Play time 74 min./20 min. 74 min./20 min.

Audio

Note on VIDEO CDs

This system conforms to VIDEO CDs without PBC functions (Ver. 1.1) and VIDEO CDs with PBC functions (Ver. 2.0) of VIDEO CD standards. You can enjoy two kinds of playback according to the disc type.

Disc type You can

VIDEO CDs without PBC functions (Ver. 1.1 discs)

VIDEO CDs with PBC functions (Ver. 2.0 discs)

* PBC = Play Back Control

Enjoy video playback (moving pictures) as well as audio CDs.

Play interactive software using menu screens displayed on the TV screen (menu playback), in addition to the video playback function of VIDEO CDs without PBC functions. Moreover, you can play high or standard quality still picture.

Table of Contents

Getting Started

Step 1: Hooking up the system ................ 4

Step 2: Setting the time ............................ 7

Step 3:

Presetting radio stations — Preset ..

Connecting optional components .............. 9

Basic Operations

Playing a VIDEO CD.............................. 12

Playing a CD — Normal Play ................. 13

Recording from a CD/VIDEO CD to a tape

— CD Synchro Recording ............... 14

Listening to the radio — Preset Tuning .. 16

Recording from the radio ........................ 17

Playing a tape .......................................... 19

Singing along: Karaoke.......................... 20

The VIDEO CD/CD Player

Playing a VIDEO CD with PBC functions

(Ver. 2.0) –– PBC Play..................... 22

Checking the remaining playing time ..... 23

Using the on-screen display .................... 24

Resuming VIDEO CD playback from the

point last stopped at

–– Resume Play ................................ 27

Playing CD/VIDEO CD tracks repeatedly

— Repeat Play .................................. 28

Playing CD/VIDEO CD tracks in random

order — Shuffle Play........................ 28

Playing CD/VIDEO CD tracks in a favorite

order –– Program Play...................... 29

Other Features

Adjusting the sound ................................ 33

Falling asleep to music — Sleep Timer .. 33

Waking up to music — Daily Timer....... 34

Timer-activated recording of radio

programs — REC Timer .................. 35

Additional Information

Precautions .............................................. 37

Troubleshooting ...................................... 38

Specifications .......................................... 40

Glossary .................................................. 42

Parts identification for the remote........... 42

Index.......................................... Back cover

The Tape Deck

Recording to a tape manually.................. 30

Recording your favorite CD/VIDEO CD

tracks to a tape — Program Edit....... 31

Getting Started

Step 1: Hooking up the system

Follow steps 1 through 6 of the procedure below to hook up your system using the supplied cords and accessories.

AM loop antenna

FM antenna

Right speaker Left speaker

1 Connect the speakers.

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

Insert this

portion

2 1

2 Connect the FM and AM antennas.

Set the AM loop antenna up before connecting it.

Stripe (#)

Solid (3)

Note

Keep the speaker cords away from the antennas to prevent noise.

ANTENNA

Extend the FM wire antenna horizontally

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AM loop antenna

3 Connect the VIDEO OUT jack to the

video input jack on your TV with the supplied video connecting cord.

VIDEO OUT

5 For models with a voltage selector, set

VOLTAGE SELECTOR to the local power line voltage.

VOLT AGE

SELECTOR

110V~120V

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When using a TV

Turn on your TV and set the input selector to video input so you can view the pictures from the system.

4 Set SYSTEM SELECT (color system)

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

SYSTEM

SELECT

NTSC PAL

AUTO

If your TV automatically changes the color system according to the input signal:

Set SYSTEM SELECT to AUTO. The video signal will be output in the color

system of the VIDEO CD being played back.

If the color system of your TV is NTSC:

Set SYSTEM SELECT to NTSC.

When this system is selected, video images recorded in the PAL system will be stretched vertically, and the upper and lower parts of the picture will be cut off.

If the color system of your TV is PAL:

Set SYSTEM SELECT to PAL (the factory setting).

When this system is selected, video images recorded in the NTSC system will be stretched horizontally, and the upper and lower parts of the screen will be masked in black.

Note

Be sure to turn off the system before you change the SYSTEM SELECT setting.

220V~240V

6 Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.

If the plug does not fit the wall socket, detach the supplied plug adaptor (only for models equipped with an adaptor).

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Step 1: Hooking up the system (continued)

Inserting two size-AA (R6) batteries into the remote

Tip

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

Notes on batteries

• Make sure the battery poles (plus/minus) are properly oriented.

• Do not use a new battery with an old one.

• Do not use different types of batteries together.

• If you do not use the remote for a long period of time, remove the batteries to prevent possible damage from battery leakage and corrosion.

• Do not use a battery that is leaking.

• If a battery has leaked, clean the battery compartment and replace all the batteries.

• Do not place the remote in an extremely hot or humid place.

• Do not expose the remote sensor to direct sunlight or lighting apparatuses. Doing so may cause a malfunction.

Using the remote

You can use the shaded buttons shown below to operate a Sony TV set.

TV ?/1

VOL

+ / –

To Press

Turn the TV on or off TV ?/1. Switch the TV’s video

input Change the TV

channel Adjust the volume of

the TV speaker(s)

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TV/VIDEO.

TV CH +/–.

TV VOL +/–.

TV/VIDEO

TV CH

+ / –

Step 2: Setting the time

Before you can use the system’s timer functions, set the internal clock.

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1 Press TIMER SET.

The hour indication flashes.

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2 Press +/– repeatedly to set the hour.

5 Press ENTER.

The clock will begin operating.

To reset the system clock

You can reset the system clock even when the system is on or off. To reset the time while the system is on, do the following:

1 Press TIMER SET. 2 Press +/– repeatedly until “SET CLOCK”

appears, then press ENTER.

3 Repeat steps 2 to 5 in “Step 2: Setting the

time”.

Tip

If you make a mistake, start over from step 1.

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3 Press ENTER.

The minute indication flashes.

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4 Press +/– repeatedly to set the minute.

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Step 3: Presetting radio stations

The system can store a total of 30 preset stations (20 for FM and 10 for AM). This section explains how to tune in stations and preset them.

— Preset

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2 Press TUNER BAND to select FM or

AM.

3 Press TUNING MODE repeatedly until

“AUTO” appears.

4 Press TUNING +/–.

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 stereo programs only) appear.

AUTO

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STEREO

TUNED

5 Press MEMORY on the remote.

A preset number flashes.

PRESET

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STEREO

TUNED

1 Press TUNER.

“TUNER” appears.

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repeatedly to select the preset number that you want.

PRESET

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STEREO

TUNED

7 Press ENTER on the remote.

The station is stored to the selected preset number.

8 Repeat steps 2 through 7 to preset other

stations.

To tune in a weak station

In step 3, press TUNING MODE repeatedly until “AUTO” and “PRESET” disappear, then press TUNING +/– repeatedly to tune in the station.

To change the preset number

Start over from step 2.

Tip

The preset stations are saved in the system’s memory for about two days even if you disconnect the power cord or a power failure occurs.

Connecting optional components

Getting Started

This section explains how to connect a variety of components to your system in order to enhance it. Refer to the instructions included with each component for details.

Connecting audio components

To change the AM tuning interval (not applicable on the Middle Eastern model)

The AM tuning interval is factory-preset to 9 kHz. To switch the AM tuning interval, tune in any AM station first, then turn off the system. Pressing TUNING + down, turn the system back on. When you change the interval, all the AM preset stations are erased. To change back to the original interval, tune in any AM station first, then turn off the system. Pressing TUNING – down, turn the system back on.

Connecting an MD deck for analog recording

You can connect an MD deck to the system with commercially available audio cords. Be sure to match the color-coded pins to the appropriate jacks. To listen to the MD deck after connecting it, press MD/VIDEO until “MD” appears.

To the audio input jacks on the MD deck

To the audio output jacks on the MD deck

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Connecting optional components (continued)

Connecting an MD deck for digital recording

By connecting an MD deck to the system with a commercially available optical cable, you can make a digital recording from a CD.

To the digital input connector on the MD deck

Note

You cannot make a digital recording from a VIDEO CD to an MD deck through an optical cable. You can, however, make an analog recording through an optional audio connected to the LINE OUT jacks. (See “Connecting an MD deck for analog recording.”)

Connecting a VCR

You can connect a VCR to the system with a commercially available audio cord. Be sure to match the color-coded pins to the appropriate jacks. To listen to the VCR after connecting it, press MD/VIDEO until “VIDEO” appears.

By connecting the audio output jacks on your VCR to the VIDEO IN jacks using an optional audio cord, you can enjoy powerful stereo sound with the video playback.

Moreover, if you connect the audio input jacks on your VCR to the LINE OUT jacks, and connect the video input jack on your VCR to the VIDEO OUT jack using the supplied video connecting cord, you can record the audio and video signals from a VIDEO CD onto video tape.

To the audio input jacks on the VCR

To the audio output jacks on the VCR

To the video input jack on the VCR

Connecting headphones

Connect headphones to the PHONES jack.

+ –

PHONES jack

Connecting external antennas

You can connect an external antenna to your system to get better reception.

FM antenna

Connect a commercially available external FM antenna to the FM ANTENNA terminals as shown below. You may also connect a TV antenna for the same purpose.

75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied)

ANTENNA

FM75Ω

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AM antenna

For the AM antenna, use a 6- to 15-meter, horizontally extended insulated wire, with one end connected to the AM ANTENNA terminals as shown below. Leave the supplied AM loop antenna connected.

Insulated wire (not supplied)

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Basic Operations

Playing a VIDEO CD

You can play both VIDEO CDs without PBC functions (Ver. 1.1) and VIDEO CDs with PBC functions (Ver. 2.0).

You can enjoy two kinds of playback according to the disc type.

To turn on the system, press ?/1.

?/1

(Power)

TV ?/1

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+ ––

VOLUME

bB x

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2,3

CD xCD

TV/VIDEO

1 Turn on your TV and select the video

input.

Refer to the operating instructions supplied with your TV for details.

2 Press CD EJECT Z and place a VIDEO

CD on the disc tray.

The disc tray opens. If the disc is not placed properly, it may not be recognized.

Place with the label side up. When you play a VIDEO CD single (8 cm VIDEO CD), place it on the inner circle of the tray.

3 Press CD EJECT Z again to close the

disc tray.

4 Press CD.

“CD” appears.

5 Press CD u.

Playback starts.

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Playing timeTrack number

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SLOW y

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TUNING MODE

PLAY MODE

REPEAT

To Do this

Stop playback Press CD x. Pause Press CD u*1. Press again to

resume playback.

Slow playback Press SLOW y on the remote.

Each time you press this button, the playback speed changes as follows:

t 1/2 t 1/4 t 1/

Playing a CD

— Normal Play

Do the procedure below to play a CD starting from the first track.

To turn on the system, press ?/1.

?/1

(Power)

VOLUME

1,2

Basic Operations

Select a track or

scene* Locate a desired

point in a track or scene (Lock Search function)

Press CD > to go forward or CD . to go back repeatedly.

During playback, press down CD m or CD M until the system starts searching.

1 Press once to start searching. 2 Press again to increase the

search speed. Each time you press the button, the search speed changes as follows: 1 (slow) t 2 (normal) t 3 (high) t 1 (slow) …

3 Press CD u to stop

searching at the desired point.

Remove or replace

Press CD EJECT Z.

the VIDEO CD Adjust the volume Turn VOLUME.

*1The video image may be somewhat unstable. *2Except during PBC playback of a VIDEO CD with

PBC functions (Ver. 2.0). See page 22 for details on PBC playback.

Tips

• If you press CD u when the power is off, the system automatically turns on and the VIDEO CD starts playing if there is a VIDEO CD on the disc tray (One Touch Play).

• To switch to the VIDEO CD while listening to another source, press CD u. The VIDEO CD will automatically start playing. (Automatic Source Selection).

• “NO DISC” appears in the display if there is no VIDEO CD on the disc tray.

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m/M

1 Press CD EJECT Z and place a CD on

the disc tray.

The disc tray opens.

Place with the label side up. When you play a CD single (8 cm CD), place it on the inner circle of the tray.

2 Press CD EJECT Z again to close the

disc tray.

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Playing a CD (continued)

Recording from a CD/

3 Press CD.

“CD” appears.

4 Press CD u.

Playback starts.

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Track number Playing time

To Do this

Stop playback Pause

Select a track During playback or pause,

Locate a desired point in a track (Lock Search function)

Remove or replace the CD

Adjust the volume Turn VOLUME.

Press CD x. Press CD u. Press again to

resume playback.

press CD . (to go back) or CD > (to go forward) repeatedly until you find the desired track.

During playback, press down CD m or CD M until the system starts searching. Press CD u to stop searching at the desired point.

Press CD EJECT Z.

VIDEO CD to a tape

— CD Synchro Recording

The CD Synchro Recording function makes it easy to record from a CD/VIDEO CD to a tape. Both Type I (normal) and Type II (CrO2) tapes can be used. To record only the tracks that you want, it is convenient to use the Program Edit function (see page 31).

To turn on the system, press ?/1.

?/1

(Power)

bB x

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TAPE xTAPE nN

+ –

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Tips

• If you press CD u when the power is off, the system automatically turns on and the CD starts playing if there is a CD on the disc tray (One Touch Play).

• To switch to the CD while listening to another source, press CD u. The CD will automatically start playing (Automatic Source Selection).

• “NO DISC” appears in the display if there is no CD on the disc tray.

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