Sony HCD-NE3, HCD-NE5 Operating Manual

4-253-397-11(2)

Micro Hi-Fi Component System

Operating Instructions Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. ______________ Serial No. ______________

CMT-NE5 CMT-NE3

WARNING

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

To prevent fire, do not cover the ve ntilation of the apparatus with news papers, table-cloths, curtains, etc. And don’t place lighted candles on the apparatus.

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.

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

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

Don’t throw away the battery wit h general house waste, dispose of it correctly as chemical waste.

For customers in the United States

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

CAUTION

The use of optical instruments with this product will increase eye hazard.

WARNING

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protectio n aga in st harmful interference in a residential ins tallation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio co mmuni catio ns. H owev er, th ere is no guarantee that interfe rence will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. – Increase the separation between the equipment and

receiver.

– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit

different from that to which the receiver is connected.

– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV

technician for help.

CAUTION

You are cautioned that any changes or modification not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

Note to CATV system installer:

This reminder is provided to call the CATV system installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be connected to the grounding sy stem of the building, as close to the point of cable entry as practical.

For customers in Canada

CAUTION

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.

CAUTION

The use of optical instruments w ith this product will increase eye hazard.

Except for European model

ENERGY STAR® is a U.S. registered mark. As an ENERGY STAR® partner, Sony Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.

How to use this manual...........................4

Playable discs..........................................4

Getting Started

Hooking up the system............................6

Setting the clock......................................8

CD/MP3 – Play

Loading a disc.........................................9

Playing a disc..........................................9

— Normal Play/Shuffle Play

Playing repeatedly.. ............................. .. 10

— Repeat Play

Creating your own program..................11

— Program Play

Tuner

Presetting radio stations ........................12

Listening to the radio ............................13

— Preset Tuning — Manual Tuning

Using the Radio Data System (RDS)....14

(European model CMT-NE5 only)

Tape – Play

Loading a tape.......................................15

Playing a tape........................................15

Timer

Falling asleep to music ......................... 17

— Sleep Timer

Waking up to music.............................. 18

— Play Timer

Timer recording radio programs........... 19

— Rec Timer

Display

Turning off the display ......................... 20

— Power Saving Mode

Viewing information about the disc in the

display ............................................ 20

Optional Components

Hooking up optional components......... 21

Troubleshooting

Problems and remedies......................... 22

Messages............................................... 24

Additional Information

Precautions............................................ 26

Specifications........................................ 27

List of button locations and reference

pages............................................... 30

Tape – Recording

Recording your favorite CD tracks on a

tape..................................................16

— CD-TAPE Synchro Recording

Recording on a tape manually...............16

— Manual Recording

Sound Adjustment

Adjusting the sound ..............................17

How to use this manual

• The instructions in this manual are for model CMT-NE5 and CMT-NE3. Check your model number by looking at the front panel. In this manual, CMT-NE5 is used for illustration purposes unless stated otherwise. Any difference in operation is clearly indicated in the text, for example, “CMT-NE 5 only”.

• This manual mainly explains operations using the remote, but the same operations can also be performed using the buttons on the system having the same or similar names.

Playable discs

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

List of playable discs

Format of discs Disc logo

Audio CDs

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

*CMT-NE5 only.

Discs that this system cannot play

•CD-ROMs

• CD-Rs/CD-RWs other than those recorded in the following formats: – music CD format – MP3 format that conforms to ISO9660

Level 1/Level 2, Joliet or Multi Session

• A disc that has a non-standard shape (e.g., card, heart).

• A disc with paper or stickers on it.

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

1) ISO 9660 Format The most common international standard for the logical format of files and folders on a CD-ROM. There are several specification levels. In Level 1, file names must be in the 8.3 format (no more than eight characters in the name, no more than three characters in the extension “.MP3”) and in capital letters. Folder names can be no longer than eight characters. There can be no more than eight nested folder levels. Level 2 specifications a llow file names and folder names up to 31 characters long. Each folder can have up to 8 trees. For Joliet in the expansion format (file and folder names can have up to 16 characters) make sure of the contents of the writing software, etc.

2) Multi Session This is a recording method that enables you to add data using the Track-At-Once method. Conventional CDs begin at a CD control a rea called the Lead-in and end at an area called Lead-out. A Multi Session CD is a CD having multiple sessio ns, with each segment from Lead-in to Lead-out regarded as a single sessio n. This unit suppor ts up to 10 sessions. CD-Extra: This format records audio (audio CD data) on the tracks in session 1 and data on the tracks in session 2. This unit supports up to 10 sessions. Mixed CD: This format records data on the first track and audio (audio CD data) on the second and subsequent tracks of a session.

Notes on CD-R and CD-RW

• Some CD-Rs or CD-RWs cannot be played on this system depending upon the recording quality or physical condition of the disc, or the characteristics of the recording device. Furthermore, the disc will not play if it has not been correctly finalized. For more information, see the operating instructions for the recording device.

• Discs recorded on CD-R/CD-RW drives may not be played back because of scratches, dirt, recording condition or the driver’s characteristics.

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

• The system may be unable to play MP3 format files that do not have the extension “.MP3”.

• Attempting to play non-MP3 format files that have the extension “.MP3” may result in noise or malfunction.

• With formats other than ISO 9660 level 1 and 2, folder names or file names may not be displayed correctly.

• The following discs take a longer time to start 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).

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.

Cautions when playing a disc that is recorded in Multi Session

• If the disc begins with a CD-DA session, it is recognized as a CD-DA (audio) disc, and MP3 sessions are played back without sound.

• If the disc begins with an MP3 session, it is recognized as an MP3 disc, and CD-DA sessions are played back without sound.

• The playback range of an MP3 disc is determined by the tree structure of files produced by analyzing of the disc.

• A disc with a mixed CD format will be recognized as a CD-DA (audio) disc.

Getting Started

Hooking up the system

Perform the following procedures 1 to 4 to hook up your system using the supplied cords and accessories.

Right speaker Left speaker

FM lead antenna

AM loop antenna

1 Connect the speakers.

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

Gray (3)

SPEAKER

IMPE U

SE 8-16

ANCE

Insert this portion

Black (#)

2 Connect the FM and AM antennas.

Set up the AM loop antenna, then connect it.

Plug type A

AM loop antenna

ANTENNA

Extend the FM lead antenna horizontally

FM 75 COAXIAL

Plug type B

AM loop antenna

4 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).

To turn on the system, press ?/1.

Getting Started

ANTENNA

FM 75

Extend the FM lead antenna horizontally

Plug type C

AM loop antenna

Extend the FM lead antenna horizontally

Note

North American models: Connect using the white side

Other models: Connect using the brown side

COAXIAL

ANTENNA

FM 75 COAXIAL

To prevent noise pickup, keep the antennas away from the system and other components.

3 For models with a voltage selector, set

VOLTAGE SELECTOR to the local power line voltage. The voltage selector is located at the bottom of the apparatus.

Refer to the print on your system’s VOLTAGE SELECTOR for available settings

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 corrosion.

Tip

When the remote no longer operates the system, replace both batteries with new ones.

* Saudi Arabian model: 120 – 127 V

Setting the clock

Use buttons on the remote for the operation.

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

hour.

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

minute.

6 Press ENTER.

The clock starts working.

To adjust the clock

1 Press CLOCK/TIMER SET. 2 Press ./> until “CLOCK” appears,

then press ENTER.

3 Do the same procedures as step 3 to 6

above.

Note

The clock is not displayed in Power Saving Mode (page 20).

CD/MP3 – Play

Loading a disc

1 Press Z PUSH OPEN/CLOSE on the

unit.

2 Place a disc with the label side up on

the CD compartment.

Playing a disc

— Normal Play/Shuffle Play

You can play audio CDs and discs with MP3 audio tracks. MP3 audio tracks cannot be played on CMTNE3.

CD/MP3 – Play

3 Press Z PUSH OPEN/CLOSE on the

unit again to close the lid of the CD compartment.

Notes

• Do not us e a disc with tape, seal s or paste on it as this may cause malfunction.

• Keep the lens on the CD player clean and do not touch it. If you do so, the lens may be damaged and the CD player will not operate properly.

Track number

Playing time

1 Press CD to switch the function to CD. 2 Press PLAY MODE in stop mode

repeatedly until the mode you want appears.

Select To play

No display (Normal Play)

ALBM* (Normal Play)

SHUF(FLE) (Shuffle Play)

ALBM SHUF* (Shuffle Play)

PGM (Program Play)

*CMT-NE5 only.

The tracks on the disc in original order.

All MP3 audio tracks in the album on the disc in original order.

When playing a non-MP3 disc, Album Play perform s the same operation as Normal Play.

All tracks on the disc in random order.

All MP3 audio tracks in the album on the disc in random order.

When playing a non-MP3 disc, Album Shuffle Play performs the same operation as Shuffle Play.

The tracks on the disc in the order you want them to be played (see “Creating your own program” on page11).

3 Press N.

continued

Other operations

To Do this

Stop play Press x. Pause Press X (or CD/NX on the unit).

Select a track Press ./> repeatedly. Select an album

of MP3* Find a point in a

track

Remove a disc Press Z PUSH OPEN/CLOSE on

*CMT-NE5 only.

Notes

• You cannot change the play mode during playback.

• Some time may be needed to start playback of discs recorded in complex configurations such as many layers.

• When the disc is inserted, the player reads all the audio tracks on that disc. If there are many albums or non-MP3 audio tracks on the disc, it may take a long time for play to begin or for the next MP3 audio track to start play.

• Do not save unnecessary albums or audio tracks other than MP3 ones in the disc to be used for MP3 listening. We recommend that you do not save other types of audio tracks or unnecessary albums on a disc that has MP3 audio tracks.

• An album that does not include an MP3 audio track is skipped.

• Maxim um album number: 150 (including root album)

• The maximum number of MP3 audio tracks that can be contained on a single disc is 255.

• Playb ack is possible up to 8 levels.

• MP3 audio tracks are played back in the order that they are recorded on the disc.

• Depending on the encoding/writing software, recording device, or the recording media used at the time an MP3 audio track is recorded, you may encounter such problems as disable d pla yb ack, sound interruptions and noise.

• When playing back an MP3 audio tr ack, the playback elapsed time indication may differ from the actual time in the following cases. – When you play back a VBR (variable bit rate)

MP3 audio track

– When you perform Fast Forward or Rewind

(Manual Search)

Press again to resume play.

Press ALBUM +/– repeatedly after step 2.

Keep pressing m/M during playback and release it at the desired point.

the unit.

Playing repeatedly

— Repeat Play

You can play all the tracks or a single track on a disc repeatedly. MP3 audio tracks cannot be played on CMTNE3.

Press REPEAT on the remote repeatedly during playback until “REP(EAT)” or “REP(EAT) 1” appears.

REP(EAT): For all the tracks on the disc up to five times. REP(EAT) 1: For a single track only.

To cancel Repeat Play

Press REPEAT repeatedly until both “REP(EAT)” and “REP(EAT) 1” disappear.

Note

When you select “REP(EAT) 1”, that track is repeated endlessly until “REP(EAT) 1” is canceled.

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Sony HCD-NE3, HCD-NE5 Operating Manual

Table of Contents

How to use this manual

Playable discs

Hooking up the system

1 Connect the speakers.

2 Connect the FM and AM antennas.

Setting the clock

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

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

6 Press ENTER.

1 Press CLOCK/TIMER SET. 2 Press ./> until “CLOCK” appears,

Loading a disc

Playing a disc

1 Press CD to switch the function to CD. 2 Press PLAY MODE in stop mode

3 Press N.

Playing repeatedly