Sony LBT-XB88KS Users guide

Compact Hi-Fi
Stereo System

Operating Instructions

3-862-867-11(1)

LBT-XB88KS

©1998 by Sony Corporation

WARNING

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

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

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

Laser component in this product is capable of
emitting radiation exceeding the limit for Class 1.

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

This caution label is located inside the unit.

This stereo system is equipped with the Dolby Pro
Logic Surround system* and the Dolby B-type noise
reduction system.

* Manufactured under license from Dolby
Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

DOLBY, the double-D symbol a and “PRO
LOGIC” are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories
Licensing Corporation.

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Table of Contents

Getting Started

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

Step 2: Setting up the speakers ............ 7

Step 3: Setting the time ......................... 9

Step 4: Presetting radio stations ........ 10

Connecting optional AV

components .................................... 11

Basic Operations

Playing a CD ......................................... 14

Recording a CD .................................... 15

Listening to the radio ........................... 16

Recording from the radio .................... 18

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

Recording from a tape ......................... 21

The CD Player

Using the CD display........................... 22

Playing CD tracks repeatedly ............. 22

Playing CD tracks in random

order ................................................ 23

Programming CD tracks ..................... 24

Playing CDs without interruption ..... 25

Sound Adjustment

Adjusting the sound ............................ 31

Selecting the audio emphasis ............. 32

Adjusting the audio emphasis............ 33

Making a personal audio emphasis file ....

Enjoying Dolby Pro Logic Surround

sound ............................................... 36

Other Features

Singing along: Karaoke ...................... 37

Falling asleep to music ........................ 39

Waking up to music ............................. 40

Timer-recording radio programs ....... 41

Additional Information

Precautions ............................................ 43

Troubleshooting ................................... 44

Specifications ........................................ 46

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

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F

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The Tape Deck

Recording on a tape manually ........... 26

Recording CDs by specifying the track

order ................................................ 27

DJ Effect

Looping part of a CD ........................... 29

Flashing part of a CD ........................... 29

Waving the equalizer ........................... 30

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Getting Started

Step 1: Hooking up the system

Follow steps 1 through 4 to hook up your system using the supplied cords and accessories.

AM loop antenna

Right front
speaker

Right rear speaker

FM antenna

Center speaker

Left front

speaker

Left rear speaker

4

1 Connect the speakers.

1 Connecting the front speakers

Connect the speaker cords to FRONT

SPEAKER jacks of the same color.

+

_

Black (’)Red (‘)

2 Connecting the center speaker

Connect the speaker cords to the

SURROUND SPEAKER CENTER

jacks.

REAR

R

+

_

Gray (‘)

Gray with black stripe (’)

2 Connect the FM/AM antennas.

Set up the AM loop antenna, then
connect it.

R

L

AM loop antenna

CENTER

L

3 Connect the power cord to a wall

outlet.

+

_

The demonstration appears in the
display.

If the plug on this unit does not fit your
wall outlet, detach the supplied adapter
from the plug (except for North and
South American countries, Europe and
Australia).

Extend the FM wire
antenna horizontally.

FM75

AM

3 Connecting the rear speakers

Connect the speaker cords to the

SURROUND SPEAKER REAR jacks.

REAR

CENTER

L

+

_

Gray (‘)

R

+

_

Gray with black stripe (’)

Notes

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

• Insert only the stripped portion of the cord.
Inserting the vinyl portion will interfere with the
speaker connection and no sound will come from
the speaker.

4 Deactivate the demonstration mode

by pressing DISPLAY/DEMO while
the system is off.

To attach the center speaker feet

Attach the four center speaker feet (supplied)
to the bottom corners of the center speaker.

5

Inserting two size AA (R6)
batteries into the remote

Tips

• 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.

• When you set the time, the demonstration is
deactivated.

To activate the demonstration again, press
DISPLAY/DEMO while the system is off.

Note

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

When carrying this system

Do the following to protect the CD
mechanism.

1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “CD”

appears in the display.

2 Hold down PLAY MODE and press 1/u

(power) to turn off the system.

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Step 2: Setting up
the speakers

By connecting the supplied speakers, you can
enjoy Dolby Pro Logic Surround sound.
Dolby Pro Logic Surround is a decoding
system standardized in TV programs and
movies. Dolby Pro Logic Surround improves
the sound image by using four separate
channels. These channels manipulate the
sound to enhance the action as it happens on
the screen.

Since the center speaker cannot produce
enough bass, the bass sound of the center
channel is output from the front speakers.

Front
speaker (L)

Rear
speaker
(L)

Center speaker

Front
speaker (R)

Rear
speaker
(R)

2 Place the center speaker so it is

placed at about the same height as
the front speakers (A). Align the
center speaker with the front
speakers or place it a little behind
the front speakers’ position (B).

A

B

Center speaker

3 Place the rear speakers facing each

other at about 60 to 90 cm above
your listening position.

Rear speaker

60 to 90 cm

Positioning the center
and rear speakers

Before you connect them, determine the best
location for your speakers.

1 Place the front speakers at an angle

of 45 degrees from your listening
position.

Front
speaker
(L)

Rear
speaker
(L)

Center speaker

45

Front
speaker
(R)

Rear
speaker
(R)

continued

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Step 2: Setting up the speakers
(continued)

Adjusting the speaker
volume

To enjoy Dolby Pro Logic Surround sound,
adjust the volume of each speaker using the
test tone that the system provides.

1/u

(Power)

1

VOLUME

1 Press PRO LOGIC (or PRO LOGIC

ON/OFF on the remote).

The indicator on this button lights up.

2 Press T. TONE ON/OFF on the

remote.

The test tone is heard from the speakers
in the following order. Adjust the
volume of the test tone.

n Front (left) n Center

Rear N Front (right) N

3 From your listening position, press

CENTER LEVEL +/– and REAR
LEVEL +/– on the remote to adjust
the volume levels.

The volume levels from each speaker
should be the same.

4 Press T. TONE ON/OFF when you

are done adjusting.

The test tone is turned off.

Note

The test tone feature works only for Dolby Pro Logic
Surround sound.

Tip

If you turn VOLUME (or press VOLUME +/– on the
remote), all the speaker volumes change.

1
3

VOLUME +/–

2,4

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Step 3: Setting the
time

You must set the time before using the timer
functions. The clock is on a 12-hour system.

3,51 2,4

1 Press t/CLOCK SET.

The hour indication flashes.

2 Press TUNING +/– to set the hour.

3 Press ENTER/NEXT.

The minutes indication flashes.

4 Press TUNING +/– to set the

minutes.

5 Press ENTER/NEXT.

The clock starts.

Tip

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

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Step 4: Presetting
radio stations

You can preset 20 stations for FM and 10
stations for AM.

The bands you can select depend on the kind
of tuner built into your system. Confirm the
bands by pressing TUNER/BAND
repeatedly.

1/u

(Power)

3,5 1246

3 Press TUNING +/–.

The frequency indication changes and
scanning stops when the system tunes in
a station. “TUNED” and “STEREO” (for
a stereo program) appear.

DOLBY NR

OFF

DISCALL

S

4 Press TUNER MEMORY.

A preset number flashes in the display.

DOLBY NR

OFF

DISCALL

S

5 Press TUNING +/– to select the

preset number you want.

DOLBY NR

OFF

DISCALL

S

6 Press ENTER/NEXT.

The station is stored.

7 Repeat steps 1 through 6 to store

other stations.

STEREO

TUNED
STEREO

TUNED
STEREO

AUTO
TUNED

MHz

AUTO

AUTO

1 Press TUNER/BAND repeatedly

until the band you want appears in
the display.

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

FM ˜ AM

2 Press TUNING MODE repeatedly

until “AUTO” appears in the
display.

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To tune in a station with a weak
signal

Press TUNING MODE repeatedly until
“MANUAL” appears in step 2, then press
TUNING +/– to tune in the station.

To change the preset number

Start over from step 1.

To change the AM tuning interval

The AM tuning interval is factory-preset to 9
kHz (10 kHz in some areas). To change the
AM tuning interval to 10 kHz (or 9 kHz),
press TUNER/BAND repeatedly until “AM”
appears first, then turn off the system. While
holding down ENTER/NEXT, turn the
system back on. When you change the
interval, the AM preset stations will be
erased. To reset the interval, repeat the same
procedure.

Note

The preset stations are canceled when you
disconnect the power cord or if a power failure
occurs for half a day.

Connecting
optional AV
components

To enhance your system, you can connect
optional components. Refer to the
instructions included with each component
for details.

Connecting a TV/VCR

You can connect a TV and VCR to enjoy
Dolby Pro Logic Surround encoded videos
and TV programs.

Be sure to match the color of the plugs and
the connectors. To listen to the sound from
the connected TV/VCR, press FUNCTION
repeatedly until “VIDEO” appears.

To the audio output of the TV/VCR

continued

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Connecting optional AV
components (continued)

Connecting audio
components

Connecting a turntable

Be sure to match the color of the plugs and
the connectors. To listen to the sound from
the connected turntable, press FUNCTION
repeatedly until “PHONO” appears.

To the audio output of the turntable

Note

Using the turntable at high volume may cause
distortion or howling. This is often caused by the
bass sound from the speakers. The bass sound may
be picked up by the needle of the turntable, and
produce the distortion or howling. To avoid this, do
the following:

1 Keep some distance between the speakers and the

turntable.

2 Stop using the surround effect.
3 Install the speakers or the turntable on a firm and

stable surface.

4 Press SUPER WOOFER repeatedly until the

indicator on this button goes off.

Connecting an MD deck for digital
recording

You can record a CD to an MD digitally by
connecting your MD deck using an optical
cable.

To the digital input of the MD deck

Connecting an MD deck for analog
recording

Be sure to match the color of the plugs and
the connectors. To listen to the sound of the
connected MD deck, press FUNCTION
repeatedly until “MD” appears.

To the audio outputs
of the MD deck

Note

If you cannot select “MD” by pressing FUNCTION,
press 1/u (power) while pressing FUNCTION
when the power is turned off. “VIDEO” will be
switched to “MD.” To return to “VIDEO,” do the
same procedure.

To the audio inputs of
the MD deck

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Connecting outdoor
antennas

Connect an outdoor antenna to improve the
reception.

FM antenna

Connect an optional FM outdoor antenna.
You can also use the TV antenna instead.

75-ohm coaxial cable
(not supplied)

FM75

AM

Ground wire (not supplied)

Screw clamp

AM antenna

Connect a 6 to 15 meter insulated wire to the
AM antenna terminal. Leave the supplied
AM loop antenna connected.

Screw clamp

Insulated wire (not supplied)

FM75

AM

Ground wire (not supplied)

Important

If you connect an outdoor antenna, connect a
ground wire to the y terminal with the screw
clamp. To prevent a gas explosion, do not
connect the ground wire to a gas pipe.

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Basic Operations

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Playing a CD

— Normal Play

You can play up to five CDs in a row.

1/u

(Power)

1234

1/ALL DISCS

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1 Press 6 OPEN and place a CD on

the disc tray.

If the disc is not placed properly it will
not be recognized.

With the label

·VOLUME

side up.
When you play
a CD single,
place it on the
inner circle of
the tray.

2 Press DISC SKIP to place up to four

more CDs on the tray.

The disc tray rotates so you can insert
other CDs.

3 Close the front cover.
4 Press one of the DIRECT PLAY

buttons.

Playback starts.
If you press · (or CD · on the

pP

remote), playback starts from the CD in
the playing position.

Disc number in the playing position

Track number

DOLBY NR

OFF

DISCALL

S

Elapsed time

14

D.SKIP

AMS =/+

p
P

0/)

VOLUME +/–

To

Stop playback
Pause

Do this

Press p.
Press P. Press again to resume

playback.

Select a track

During playback or pause, turn
the jog dial clockwise (to go
forward) or counterclockwise (to
go backward) and release it when
you reach the desired track.
Or press AMS* + (to go
forward) or AMS* = (to go
backward) on the remote.

Find a point in
a track

Press and hold ) or 0 during
playback, and release at the
desired point.

Select a CD

Press one of the DIRECT PLAY
buttons.
Or press DISC SKIP (or press
D.SKIP on the remote).

Play only the
CD you have

Press 1/ALL DISCS repeatedly
until “1 DISC” appears.

selected
Play all CDs

Press 1/ALL DISCS repeatedly
until “ALL DISCS” appears.

Remove or

Press 6 OPEN.
change the
CDs

Adjust the
volume

Turn VOLUME (or press

VOLUME +/– on the remote).

* AMS: Automatic Music Sensor.

Tips

• Pressing · while the system is off automatically

turns on the system and starts CD playback if
there is a CD on the tray (One Touch Play).

• You can switch from another source to the CD

player and start playing a CD just by pressing ·
or one of the DIRECT PLAY buttons (Automatic
Source Selection).

• If there is no CD in the player, “NO DISC”

appears in the display.

• You can change the CD in the loading position

during playback.

Recording a CD

— CD Synchro Recording

This function lets you record from a CD to a
tape easily. You can use TYPE I (normal) or
TYPE II (CrO2) tapes. The recording level is
adjusted automatically.

1/u

(Power)

6

1 Press 6 EJECT and insert a blank

tape into deck B.

DSP

DOLBY NR p

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With the side you want to
record on facing forward

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Basic Operations

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2 Press 6 OPEN and place a CD.

With the label
side up.
When you play
a CD single,
place it on the
inner circle of
the tray.

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