Sony CMT-X7CD, CMT-X7CDB User guide
Personal Audio
System
Operating Instructions
Getting started
Listening to a CD
Listening to the radio
Listening to a file on a USB device
Listening to music with optional audio components
Listening to music through a BLUETOOTH connection
Listening to music via a wireless network
Additional information
About “SongPal”
Troubleshooting
Precautions/Specifications
CMT-X7CD / CMT-X7CDB
WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation opening of the appliance with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.
Do not expose the appliance to naked flame sources (for example, lighted candles).
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this appliance to dripping or splashing, and do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the appliance.
As the main plug is used to disconnect the unit from the mains, connect the unit to an easily accessible AC outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in the unit, disconnect the main plug from the AC outlet immediately.
Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
Do not expose batteries or appliances with battery-installed to excessive heat, such as sunshine and fire.
The unit is not disconnected from the mains as long as it is connected to the AC outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits set out in the EMC Directive using a connection cable shorter than 3 meters.
The nameplate is located on the bottom exterior.
CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.
This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product. This marking is located on the bottom exterior.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
Notice for customers: the following information is only applicable to equipment sold in countries applying EU directives.
This product has been manufactured by or on behalf of Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. Inquiries related to product compliance based on European Union legislation shall be addressed to the authorized
representative, Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters, please refer to the addresses provided in the separate service or guarantee documents.
Hereby, Sony Corp., declares that this equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.
For details, please access the following URL: http://www.compliance.sony.de/
Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The recycling of materials will help to conserve natural resources. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
Europe Only
Disposal of waste batteries (applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)
This symbol on the battery or on the packaging indicates that the battery provided with this product shall not be treated as household waste. On certain batteries this symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. The chemical symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb) are added if the battery contains more than 0.0005% mercury or 0.004% lead.
By ensuring these batteries are disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potentially negative consequences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of the battery. The recycling of the materials will help to conserve natural resources.
In case of products that for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this
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battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only.
To ensure that the battery will be treated properly, hand over the product at end-of-life to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
For all other batteries, please view the section on how to remove the battery from the product safely. Hand the battery over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of waste batteries.
For more detailed information about recycling of this product or battery, please contact your local Civic Office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.
Before operating this system
Malfunctions that occur during the normal use of the system will be repaired by Sony in accordance with the conditions defined in the limited warranty for this system. However, Sony will not be liable for any consequences arising from a failure to play caused by a damaged or malfunctioning system.
Music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies
This product is designed 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 discs, there are some that do not conform to the CD standard and may not be playable by this product.
Note on DualDiscs
A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which mates DVD recorded material on one side with digital audio material on the other side. However, since the audio material side does not conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard, playback on this product is not guaranteed.
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Table of Contents |
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Before operating this system ................................................................. |
3 |
Getting started |
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Location and Function of Controls......................................................... |
6 |
Setting the clock..................................................................................... |
9 |
Listening to a CD |
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Playing a CD-DA/MP3 disc.................................................................... |
10 |
To change the play mode ................................................................ |
10 |
Creating your own program (Program Play) ......................................... |
11 |
Listening to the radio |
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Tuning in a radio station ....................................................................... |
13 |
Presetting radio stations ....................................................................... |
13 |
Running the DAB Automatic Scan manually (CMT-X7CDB only)............ |
14 |
Listening to a file on a USB device |
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Playing a file on a USB device................................................................ |
15 |
Listening to music with optional audio |
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components |
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Playing back the music of optional audio components ....................... |
16 |
Listening to music through a BLUETOOTH |
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connection |
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Pairing the system with a BLUETOOTH device and listening to |
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music ................................................................................................. |
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Listening to music through a registered device.................................. |
18 |
Listening to music by one-touch action (NFC) ...................................... |
19 |
Playing with high quality sound codec (AAC/aptX)............................. |
20 |
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Listening to music via a wireless network |
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Preparing: setting up for a network ..................................................... |
21 |
Connecting with PC ........................................................................ |
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Connecting with a wired network..................................................... |
23 |
Listening to music on an Xperia™/Xperia Tablet |
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(WALKMAN® application) .................................................................. |
23 |
Listening to music on iPhone, iPad, iPod or iTunes (AirPlay) ............... |
24 |
Listening to music on Windows 8/Windows 7 (Home network).......... |
25 |
Using Internet music streaming (Music Services)................................ |
26 |
Additional information |
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Setting the Automatic Standby function.............................................. |
27 |
Setting the BLUETOOTH/Network Standby mode............................... |
28 |
Setting the wireless BLUETOOTH signal ON/OFF................................. |
28 |
Adjusting the sound ............................................................................ |
29 |
Using the timers................................................................................... |
29 |
Setting the Sleep Timer.................................................................. |
29 |
Setting the Play Timer.................................................................... |
29 |
Updating the software.......................................................................... |
31 |
Changing the battery............................................................................ |
31 |
About “SongPal”................................................................................. |
33 |
Troubleshooting |
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Troubleshooting .................................................................................. |
34 |
Messages ............................................................................................. |
38 |
Precautions/Specifications |
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Precautions.......................................................................................... |
40 |
Compatible devices and versions ......................................................... |
41 |
iPhone/iPad/iPod touch ................................................................. |
41 |
DLNA device.................................................................................. |
41 |
USB device .................................................................................... |
41 |
BLUETOOTH wireless technology ........................................................ |
42 |
Specifications....................................................................................... |
43 |
Important information on software...................................................... |
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Getting started
Location and Function of Controls
Note
This manual mainly explains operations using the remote, but the same operations can also be performed using the buttons on the unit having the same or similar names.
Unit (front/top)
Top
Front
FUNCTION button(S)
Press to change the source. Each press changes to the next source in the
following sequence:
CD USB BT AUDIO DAB* FMAUDIO IN NETWORK
* DAB is for CMT-X7CDB only.
(play/pause) button
Use to start or pause playback.
/ (fast-rewind / fast-forward) /
TUNING +/– buttons
Use to cue to the beginning of a track or file, or fast-forward or fast-rewind the track or file.
Use to tune in a desired radio station.
VOL +/– button
Use to adjust the volume.
Standby indicator
Lights in green when the power is turned on.
Lights in red when the power is turned off. The indicator flashes in red if the system detects an abnormality (page 34). When the system in BLUETOOTH/ Network standby mode, the indicator lights up in orange.
/ (power) button
Use to turn the power on or off.
Display window
(eject) button
Use to eject a CD.
Disk slot
Insert a CD.
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N-Mark
Place a smartphone/tablet equipped with the NFC function close to this mark to perform BLUETOOTH registration, connection or disconnection by a onetouch action (page 19).
Remote sensor
The IR mark 
is not indicated on the unit.
Remote
/ (power) button
Use to turn the power on or off.
SOUND button
Use to control the sound quality (page 29).
TIMER button
Use to set the clock or play timer (page 9, 29).
/ / 
(enter) button
Press / to select an item, then press
to enter.
+/– button
Use to select a folder (album) on an MP3 disc or USB device.
CLEAR button
Use to delete a programmed track or folder (page 12).
(play/pause) button
Use to start or pause playback.
/ (previous/next)/PRESET +/– buttons
Use to cue the beginning of a track or file.
Use to select a preset number of the radio station tuned in.
/ (fast-rewind/fast-forward)/
TUNING +/– buttons
Use to fast-rewind or fast-forward a track or file.
Use to tune-in a desired radio station.
VOL +/– button
Use to adjust the volume.
(stop) button
Use to stop playback.
RETURN button
Use to return to the previous status.
MENU button
Use to display the menu. Press / to select the items in the menu.
FUNCTION –/+ button(s)
Press to change the functions. Each press of the + button changes to the next
function in the following sequence: CD USB BT AUDIO DAB* FM AUDIO IN NETWORK
* DAB is for CMT-X7CDB only.
DISPLAY button
Use to change the information displayed in the display window when the power is on. An underscore “_” is displayed in the place of an unrecognizable character.
If you press this button when the power is turned off, the clock time is displayed.
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When you use the remote for the first time
The battery is factory-installed in the remote. Before using the remote for the first time, remove the insulation sheet attached to the battery holder. For details, see “Changing the battery” (page 31).
Unit (back)
Wireless LAN antenna
If you use the wireless network function, set the antenna as shown in the illustration.
(USB) port
Connect a USB device (page 15).
Note
You can use your iPhone/iPod with this system via Bluetooth or AirPlay connection only.
AUDIO IN (external input) jack
Connect optional external equipment with an audio connecting cable (not supplied).
~ AC IN (220-240 V AC) input
Connect the power cord (supplied) to the wall outlet.
LAN connector
Connect network equipment with network cable (not supplied) (page 23).
FM ANTENNA
(for CMT-X7CD only)/
DAB/FM ANTENNA (for CMT-X7CDB only)
Connect the FM or DAB/FM antenna.
* The illustration above is for CMT-X7CD.
Note
Find a location and an orientation that provide good reception, and then fix the antennas to a stable surface (window, wall, etc.).
Secure the end of the FM lead antenna with adhesive tape.
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Setting the clock
1Press / to turn on the system.
2Press TIMER.
If “PLAY SET” is displayed, press / to select “CLOCK,” then press 
.
3Press / to set the hour, then press 
.
4Press / to set the minutes, then press 
.
Complete the clock setting.
Note
The clock settings are reset when you disconnect the power cord or if a power failure occurs.
To display the clock when the system is off
Press DISPLAY repeatedly to display the clock. The clock is displayed for about 8 seconds.
If the BLUETOOTH/Network Standby mode is on, the clock does not appear by pressing DISPLAY.
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Listening to a CD
Playing a CD-DA/MP3 disc
1Press FUNCTION to select “CD.”
2Insert a CD to the disc slot at the top of the unit.
Load a CD with the label side (printed side) toward you.
Label side (printed side)
(eject)
Plays back automatically.
If you switch the function to “CD” from another function when a CD is already inserted in the slot, press after “READING” has disappeared from the display window.
The button of the remote or the unit enables you to fast-rewind/fast- forward, select a track, file or folder (for MP3 disc), etc.
To eject the CD
Press (eject) on the unit.
Note
8 cm CDs cannot be used with this system.
Do not load a CD with non-standard shapes (e.g., heart, square, star). Doing this may cause irreparable damage to the system.
Do not use a CD with tape, stickers or paste on it as this may cause malfunction.
When you remove a disc, do not touch the surface of the disc.
To change the play mode
Play mode enables you to playback the same music repeatedly or shuffle-play.
Play mode
1Press to stop playback.
If you select “REPEAT” in step 4, you do not have to stop playback.
2Press MENU.
3Press / to select “CD MENU,” then press 
.
4Press / to select “PLAYMODE” or “REPEAT,” then press 
.
5Press / to select the play mode, then press 
.
You can select the following play modes.
PLAYMODE
Play mode |
Effect |
NORMAL |
Plays a track or file. |
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FOLDER* |
Plays all tracks in the |
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selected folder. “FLDR” |
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lights up in the display |
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window. |
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SHUFFLE |
Plays all tracks or files in |
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random order. “SHUF” |
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lights up in the display |
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window. |
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FLDR.SHUF* |
Plays all tracks or files in |
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the selected folder in |
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random order. “FLDR. |
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SHUF” lights up in the |
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display window. |
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Play mode |
Effect |
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PROGRAM Plays the programmed tracks or files. “PGM” lights up in the display window. For details, see “Creating your own program (Program Play)” (page 11).
*This play mode is applicable only for playing an MP3 disc.
Creating your own program (Program Play)
Plays the programmed track or file in a CD.
REPEAT
Play mode |
Effect |
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ALL (Repeat |
The system plays all tracks |
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plays all tracks) |
in a disc or folder |
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repeatedly. “ ” lights up |
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in the display window. |
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ONE (Repeat |
The system plays the |
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plays one track) |
selected track repeatedly. |
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“ |
1” lights up in the |
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display window. |
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OFF |
Cancels repeat playback. |
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Note on playing MP3 discs
Do not save unnecessary folders or files on a disc that has MP3 files.
Folders that have no MP3 files are not recognized on the system.
The system can only play MP3 files that have a file extension of “.mp3.”
Even when file name has the “.mp3” file extension, if it is not an audio MP3 file, playing this file may generate a loud noise, which could cause damage of the system.
The maximum number of MP3 folders and files compatible with this system is:
999* folders (including the root folder)
999 files
250 files in a single folder
8 folder levels (in the tree structure of files)
*This includes folders that have no MP3 or other files. The number of folders that the system can recognize may be less than actual number of folders, depending on the folder structure.
Compatibility with all MP3 encoding/ writing software, CD-R/RW drive and recording media cannot be guaranteed. Incompatible MP3 discs may produce noise or interrupted audio or may not play at all.
1Select “PROGRAM” in step 5 of “To change the play mode” (page 10), then press 
.
2When using an MP3 disc, press
+/– to select the folder
containing the tracks or files that you want to program.
If you want to play all tracks or files in the folder, press 
.
3Press / to select a desired track or file, then select 
.
Selected track |
Total playing time of |
or file number |
the selected track or |
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file |
Repeat the steps above to program additional tracks or files.
4 Press .
Your program of tracks or files starts playback.
To cancel program play
In step 1, select “NORMAL” for “PROGRAM,” then press 
.
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To delete a programmed track or file
Press CLEAR while the play is stopped. Each time you press the button, the last programmed track or file will be deleted. When all the programmed tracks or files are deleted, “NO STEP” appears.
Tip
Up to 25 tracks or files can be programmed. If you attempt to program more than 25 tracks or files, “FULL” will be displayed. In this case, delete unnecessary tracks.
To play the same program again, press .
Note
When the disc is ejected or the power cord is disconnected after programming, all the programmed tracks and files are deleted.
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Listening to the radio
Tuning in a radio station
1Press FUNCTION to select “FM” or “DAB*” (CMT-X7CDB).
2Press and hold PRESET +/– until the frequency indication in the display window starts changing, then release the button.
Tuning stops automatically when a FM stereo broadcast is received (Automatic Scanning).
“ST” lights up in the display window.
* DAB is for CMT-X7CDB only.
Manual tuning
Press PRESET +/– repeatedly to tune-in the desired station.
Note on DAB/DAB+ stations (CMT-X7CDB only)
When you tune in a station that provides RDS services, information such as the service name or station name is provided by broadcasts.
When tuning in a DAB/DAB+ station, it may take a few seconds before you hear any sound.
Primary service is automatically received when secondary service ends.
This tuner does not support data services.
Tip
If reception of an FM stereo broadcast is noisy, press MENU and select “TUNE:MENU,” “FM MODE” and “MONO” in turn, to select monaural reception. This reduces noise.
Presetting radio stations
You can preset your desired radio stations.
1Tune in the desired station, then press MENU.
2Press / to select “TUNE:MENU,” then press 
.
3Press / to select “MEMORY,” then press 
.
4Press / to select “OK,” then press 
.
5Press / to select the preset number, then press 
.
Preset number
“COMPLETE” appears in the display window and the radio station is registered with the preset number. Repeat the steps above to register further radio stations.
6Press / to turn off the power, then press / again to turn on the power.
Tip
You can preset up to 20 FM, or 20 DAB/DAB+ and 20 FM stations (CMT-X7CDB).
If you select an already-registered preset number in step 5, the preset radio station is replaced by the currently tuned-in radio station.
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To tune in to a preset radio station
Press PRESET +/– to select the preset number to which the desired station is registered.
Running the DAB Automatic Scan manually (CMT-X7CDB only)
Before you can tune in DAB/DAB+ stations, you must perform a DAB Initial Scan.
When you have moved to another area, also perform the DAB Initial Scan manually to update the DAB/DAB+ service information.
1Press MENU.
2Press / to select “TUNE:MENU,” then press 
.
3Press / to select “INIT:SCAN,” then press 
.
4Press / to select “OK,” then press 
.
Scanning begins. The scanning progress is indicated by asterisks (*******). Depending on the DAB/DAB+ services available in your area, scanning may take a few minutes.
Note
If your country or region does not support DAB/ DAB+ broadcast,“NO SERV” appears.
This procedure clears all previously stored presets.
Before unplugging the DAB/FM lead antenna, make sure the system is turned off to preserve your own DAB/DAB+ settings.
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Listening to a file on a USB device
PlayingafileonaUSB device
You can play audio files stored on a USB device such as WALKMAN® or digital media player, on this system by connecting a USB device to the system.
For details on compatible USB devices, see “Compatible devices and versions”
(page 41).
1Press FUNCTION to select “USB.”
2Connect the USB device to the 
(USB) port on the rear of the unit.
Connect the USB device directly, or via the USB cable supplied with the USB device, to the 
(USB) port.
Wait until “READING” disappears.
3Press .
Starts playback.
You can operate fast-rewind/fast- forward, selecting a track or file or selecting folder with the remote or the button of the unit.
Tip
When playing the USB device, the play mode can be selected. Press MENU, then select “USB MENU.” Select “PLAYMODE” or “REPEAT.”
For details, see “To change the play mode” (page 10). When a file on a USB device is playing, programmed playback cannot be played.
If a USB device is connected to the unit, battery charging starts automatically. Even when the system is off, the USB device can be charged.
If the USB device cannot be charged, disconnect and reconnect it. For details on the charging status of the USB device, see the operating manual of the USB device.
Note
The playback order for the system may differ from the playback order of the connected digital music player.
Be sure to turn off the system before removing the USB device. Removing the USB device while the system is turned on may corrupt the data on the USB device.
When USB cable connection is necessary, connect the USB cable supplied with the USB device to be connected. For details on connection, refer to the operation manual supplied with the USB device to be connected.
It may take time before “READING” appears after connecting, depending on the type of USB device connected.
Do not connect the USB device through a USB hub.
When the USB device is connected, the system reads all the files on the USB device. If there are many folders or files on the USB device, it may take a long time to finish reading the USB device.
With some connected USB devices, it may take a long time to transmit signals from the system or to finish reading the USB device.
Compatibility with all encoding/writing software cannot be guaranteed. If audio files on the USB device were originally encoded with incompatible software, those files may produce noise or may malfunction.
The maximum number of folders and files on the USB device compatible with this system is:
1,000* folders (including the root folder)
3,000 files
250 files in a single folder
8 folder levels (in the tree structure of files)
*This includes folders that have no playable audio files and empty folders. The number of folders that the system can recognize may be less than actual number of folders, depending on the folder structure.
The system does not necessarily support all the functions provided in a connected USB device.
Folders that have no audio files are not recognized.
The audio formats that you can listen to with this system are as follows:
MP3: file extension “.mp3”
WMA**: file extension “.wma”
AAC**: file extension “.m4a,” “.mp4” or “.3gp” Note that even when file name has the correct file
extension, if the actual file differs, the system may produce noise or may malfunction.
**Files with DRM (Digital Rights Management) copyright protection or files downloaded from an online music store cannot be played on this system. If you try to play one of these files, the system plays the next unprotected audio file.
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Listening to music with optional audio components
Playing back the music of optional audio components
You can play a track of optional audio components connected to the unit.
Note
Beforehand, press the VOL – to turn down the volume.
1Press FUNCTION to select “AUDIO IN.”
2Connect its audio connecting cord to the AUDIO IN jack on the rear of the unit and the output terminal of the optional external equipment.
3Start playback of the connected component.
Adjust the volume on the connected component during playback.
4Press VOL +/– on the remote to adjust the volume.
Note
The system may enter Standby mode automatically if the volume level of the connected component is too low. For details, see “Setting the Automatic Standby function” (page 27).
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Listening to music through a
BLUETOOTH connection
Pairing the system with a BLUETOOTH device and listening to music
You can listen to music from BLUETOOTH device over a wireless connection. Before using the BLUETOOTH function,
perform pairing to register your BLUETOOTH device.
Note
Place the BLUETOOTH device to be connected within one meter of the system.
If your BLUETOOTH device is compliant with touch (NFC), skip the next procedure. See “Listening to music by one-touch action (NFC)” (page 19).
6Search for this system with the BLUETOOTH device.
A list of the devices found may appear on the BLUETOOTH device display.
7Select [SONY:CMT-X7CD] or [SONY:CMT-X7CDB] (this system).
If prompted to enter a passkey on the BLUETOOTH device, enter “0000.”
If this system is not shown in the display window of the device, proceed from step 1 again.
When pairing is completed, the display changes to the connected BLUETOOTH device name from “PAIRING” and the BLUETOOTH indicator lights up.
8 Press .
Starts playback.
Depending on the BLUETOOTH device, press again. Also, you may have to start up a music player on the BLUETOOTH device.
1Press FUNCTION to select “BT AUDIO.”
2Press MENU.
3Press / to select “BT MENU,” then press 
.
4Press / to select “PAIRING,” then press 
.
5Press / to select “OK” then press 
.
When “PAIRING” starts flashing in the display window, the system changes to pairing mode.
9Press VOL +/– to adjust the volume.
If the volume cannot be changed on the system, adjust it on your BLUETOOTH device.
Operation such as fast-rewind/fast- forward, selecting music and selecting a folder can be operated with the remote or buttons of the unit.
Tip
You can perform a pairing operation or attempt to make a BLUETOOTH connection with another BLUETOOTH device while the BLUETOOTH connection is established with one BLUETOOTH device. The currently established BLUETOOTH connection is canceled when BLUETOOTH connection with another device is successfully established.
Note
The operations described above may not be available for certain BLUETOOTH devices. In addition, the actual operations may differ depending on the connected BLUETOOTH device.
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