3-861-229-13(1) Mini Hi-Fi Component System Operating Instructions Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the rear panel 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. DHC-MD515 ©1997 by Sony Corporation Serial No.
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. US and foreign patents licensed from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. The 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.
Table of Contents Getting Started Step 1: Hooking up the system ............ 4 Step 2: Setting the time ......................... 5 Step 3: Presetting radio stations .......... 6 Step 4: Using the detachable controller ........................................... 8 Connecting optional A/V components and outdoor antennas ................... 10 Basic Operations Playing a CD ......................................... 12 Recording a whole CD on an MD ...... 13 Playing an MD ......................................
Getting Started Step 1: Hooking up the system Follow steps 1 and 2 to hook up your system using the supplied cords and accessories. Follow steps 3 and 4 to complete the hook up procedure. AM loop antenna FM antenna Right speaker Left speaker DHC-MD515 rear panel 1 Connect the speakers. 2 Connect the FM/AM antennas. Connect the speaker cords to SPEAKER terminals of the same color. Keep the speaker cords away from the antennas to prevent noise. R Solid (‘) Set up the AM loop antenna, then connect it.
Other models AM loop antenna Extend the FM lead antenna horizontally. AM FM 75 Step 2: Setting the time You must set the time before you can use the timer functions. The clock is on a 24-hour system for the European model, and a 12hour system for other models. The 12-hour system is used for illustration purpose. You can set the time while the power is off. 1 DISPLAY 3 Set VOLTAGE SELECTOR to the position of your local power line voltage (except for North American and European model).
Step 2: Setting the time (continued) 3 Turn MULTI JOG to set the hour, then press ENTER/YES. The minute indication flashes. MON 9:00AM 4 Turn MULTI JOG to set the minute, then press ENTER/YES. Step 3: Presetting radio stations You can preset the following number of stations: – North American model: 20 for FM and 10 for AM. – European model: 20 for FM, 10 for MW and 10 for LW. – Other models: 20 for FM, 10 for MW and 10 for SW. MANUAL 1 DIMMER The clock starts.
2 Press TUNER repeatedly until the band you want appears. Each time you press the button, the band changes as follows: Press ENTER/YES. The station is stored. 9 Repeat steps 2 through 8 to preset other stations. To tune in a station with a weak signal European model: FM n MW n LW Press MANUAL in step 3, then turn MULTI JOG to tune in the station and continue from step 5. n n North American model: FM n AM 8 Start over from step 2.
Step 4: Using the detachable controller While the controller is detached, cover the detachable controller terminal with the supplied terminal protector to prevent dust builds up. Terminal protector The control panel is detachable (detachable controller), and you can use it as the remote controller when you detach it from the main unit.
Inserting two size AA (R6) batteries into the detachable controller Using the detachable controller from a distance Remote sensor 30 30 Point the detachable controller at the remote sensor on the main unit. Size AA (R6) battery Tip When the detachable controller no longer operates the system, replace both batteries with new ones. When you do not use the detachable controller, reattach it on the main unit to save batteries. Notes on the batteries • Be sure to insert the batteries in correct direction.
Connecting optional A/V components and outdoor antennas To enhance your system, you can connect optional components. Refer to the instructions of each component. Connecting a video game or VCR Note on the “VIDEO” and “GAME” indications Change the indications according to the component connected to VIDEO/GAME IN. • When you connect a VCR, AM/FM tuner or tape deck, select “VIDEO.” • When you connect a video game, multi disc player or DAT deck, select “GAME.
Connecting outdoor antennas AM antenna Connect an outdoor antenna to improve reception. Connect a 6 to 15 meter (20 to 50 feet) insulated wire to the AM antenna terminal. Leave the supplied AM loop antenna connected. FM antenna European model Connect an optional FM outdoor antenna. You can use the TV antenna instead.
Basic Operations 3 Playing a CD Press CONTINUE repeatedly until “ALL DISCS” appears. To play only one CD, press CONTINUE until “1 DISC” appears. You can play all the tracks on a CD in the original order and also play up to three CDs continuously. To turn on the system, press POWER. CD3-10 62.24 ALL DISCS 1 2 3 DIMMER 23 4 1, CD indicators POWER 0/) 4 Press (P. Play starts from the CD whose CD indicator is lit green. Disc tray number CD3-1 Playing time 0.
To Do this Stop play Press p. Pause Press (P. Press again to resume play. Select a track Turn MULTI JOG clockwise (to go forward) or counterclockwise (to go back) until you locate the desired track. Find a point in Press 0 or ) during play a track and release it at the desired point. “OVER” appears when reaching the end of the CD. Select a CD • Press MD/CD 1 – 3. Play starts soon after you press the button. • Press DISC SKIP repeatedly so that the desired CD indicator lights green.
Recording a whole CD on an MD (continued) 6 Press REC/CD-MD SYNC. Step 1: Preparing CD for recording 7 Turn MULTI JOG until “NORMAL ?” appears. 1 1 8 3 Press DISC SKIP repeatedly to select the desired CD. The selected CD 1 6 – CD 3 6 indicator lights green. Press CONTINUE repeatedly until “1 DISC” appears. Step 2: Recording 5 1 DISC CD1-1 9 2 3 SYNC LEVEL SYNC 0.00 1 DISC Make sure that “SYNC” stops flashing, then press (P. Recording starts.
When recording is finished Remove the MD. “TOC Write” flashes and the recorded contents are memorized on the MD. While “TOC Write” is flashing Do not move the unit or pull out the AC power cord to ensure complete recording. The deck updates the Table of Contents (TOC) while “TOC” is flashing. Playing an MD You can play all the tracks on an MD in the original order and also play up to three MDs continuously just like CDs. To turn on the system, press POWER.
Playing an MD (continued) 3 Tips Press CONTINUE repeatedly until “ALL DISCS” appears. To play only one MD, press the button until “1 DISC” appears. 4 Press (P. Play starts from the MD whose MD indicator is lit green. Disc number Playing time Track number 1 2 3 MD1-1 0.07 TRACK ALL DISCS LEVEL SYNC To start play from another MD, press MD/CD 1 – 3 corresponding to the disc slot number of the desired MD. To Do this Stop play Press p. Pause Press (P. Press again to resume play.
2 Listening to the radio Press PRESET. FM 1OO.5MHz PRESET First, preset radio stations in the tuner’s memory (see page 6). To turn on the system, press POWER. POWER MANUAL AUTO STEREO/ MONO 2 3 Turn MULTI JOG to tune in the desired preset station. Turn counterclockwise for lower preset numbers. Turn clockwise for higher preset numbers. Station name* or Preset number frequency FM 1 1OO.5MHz PRESET TUNED STEREO 3 1 p Do this Turn off the radio Press POWER. Adjust the volume Turn VOLUME.
Recording from the radio You can record a radio program on an MD. If you use an MD with tracks already recorded on it, the MD deck automatically locates the end of the recording and starts the new recording from there. If you want to erase recordings, see page 47. To turn on the system, press POWER. 2 Press TUNER repeatedly until the band you want appears. 3 Press PRESET. 4 Turn MULTI JOG to select the preset number of the desired station.
When recording is finished Remove the MD. “TOC Write” flashes and the recorded contents are memorized on the MD. While “TOC Write” is flashing Do not move the unit or pull out the AC power cord to ensure complete recording. The deck updates the Table of Contents (TOC) while “TOC” is flashing. Tip If noise is heard while recording an AM (MW/LW, MW/SW) radio station, reorient the AM loop antenna to reduce the noise. Note If “MD Protected” appears, the MD is protected against erasure and cannot be recorded.
The CD Player Playing CD tracks repeatedly Playing CD tracks in random order –– Repeat Play –– Shuffle Play You can repeat one CD or all CDs in normal play, Shuffle Play and Program Play. You can play all the tracks on one CD or all CDs in random order. REPEAT CONTINUE 2 3 TAPE TAPE MULTI JOG Repeating all tracks or a program Press REPEAT during play until “REPEAT” appears. You cannot repeat all tracks during All Discs Shuffle Play. 1 Insert CDs.
To cancel Shuffle Play Press CONTINUE. Tips • You can start Shuffle Play during normal play by pressing the SHUFFLE button. The CD player shuffles all the tracks including the ones which have been played. • To skip a track, turn MULTI JOG clockwise. Note During All Discs Shuffle Play, you cannot use the repeat function. Programming CD tracks –– Program Play You can make three different programs from all the CDs in the order you want them to be played. Each program can contain up to 25 steps.
Programming CD tracks (continued) 4 To cancel Program Play Press CONTINUE. Press DISC SKIP to select the desired CD. Disc tray number CD3-AL 1 5 2 64.17 PROGRAM1 3 The total playing time including the selected track flashes. Selected disc and track numbers 1 2 CD3-3 3 7. 09 PROGRAM1 To program additional tracks, repeat steps 4 through 6. Skip step 4 if you want to select a track from the same CD. 8 Press (P. All the tracks play in the order you selected.
Tips • To program the entire CD as one step of the program, press ENTER/YES while “AL” appears after selecting the desired CD in step 4. • When you want to record the program, see “Recording your favorite CD tracks on MDs” on page 37. • The program you made remains after Program Play finishes. To play the same program again, press (P. However, when you make a recording with the Hit Parade feature (page 39), PROGRAM 3 is erased.
Using the CD display (continued) To check the total playing time and number of tracks on the CD Press DISPLAY repeatedly during normal or Shuffle Play stop mode. Each time you press the button, the display changes as follows: n Total playing time and the number of tracks µ Disc title 3) µ Looping part of a CD track — Loop With the loop function, you can repeat part of a CD track during play. This lets you create original recordings. You can choose the Loop length among 20 levels.
5 Press and hold CD LOOP at the point you want to start the Loop function, and release the button to resume normal play. The track pauses while the loop plays, then resumes play from the same point when you release the button. Loop length Nn Press CD LOOP. n n Hey, C… C… C… Come on everybody! … Release CD LOOP. To adjust the loop length while monitoring In step 5, turn MULTI JOG while holding down CD LOOP. The loop length changes.
Labeling a CD (continued) 4 Press DISC SKIP repeatedly until the disc tray number of the desired CD appears. Make sure the total number of tracks and the playing time appear in the display, then go to the next step. 5 Press EDIT/NO. 6 Turn MULTI JOG until “CD Name in?” appears. CD Name in? ALL DISCS 1 7 2 3 Press ENTER/YES. The cursor starts flashing. Cursor 10 Press CURSOR n. The character you selected in step 9 stops flashing and the cursor shifts to the right.
Erasing a disc title of a CD 1 In step 6 of “Labeling a CD,” turn MULTI JOG until “CD Name Erase?” appears, then press ENTER/YES. The disc title scrolls in the display. 2 Turn MULTI JOG to select CD 1 – 3 or the stored disc titles (001 – 100) you want to erase. 3 Press ENTER/YES to erase the disc title. “CD Complete” appears and the disc title is erased. Checking the CDTEXT information When you select a CD with CD-TEXT information (disc title, artist name, track title, etc.
Checking the CD-TEXT information (continued) Checking the track titles Turn MULTI JOG to select the track you want to check in either playing or stop mode. The track title scrolls in the display. Symphony ALL DISCS 1 2 CD -TEXT 3 To cancel checking Press p. To check the CD-TEXT information during play 1 Press EDIT/NO. 2 Turn MULTI JOG until “CD Name Check?” appears. 3 Press ENTER/YES. The display shows the title information up to 20th character.
The MD Deck – Playing Playing MD tracks repeatedly Playing MD tracks in random order — Repeat Play –– Shuffle Play You can repeat one MD or all MDs in normal play, Shuffle Play and Program Play. You can play the tracks on one MD or all MDs in random order. CONTINUE REPEAT 2 3 TAPE TAPE MULTI JOG Repeating all tracks or a program Press REPEAT during play until “REPEAT” appears. You cannot repeat all tracks during All Discs Shuffle Play. 1 Insert an MD.
Playing MD tracks in random order (continued) To cancel Shuffle Play Press p to stop play, then CONTINUE. Tip To skip tracks, turn the MULTI JOG clockwise. Notes Programming MD tracks –– Program Play You can make a program of up to 25 tracks from all the MDs in the order you want them to be played. • During All Discs Shuffle Play, you cannot use the repeat function. • “MD Push STOP !” appears if you press the CONTINUE, SHUFFLE or PROGRAM button to change the play mode while playing an MD.
6 Tips Press ENTER/YES. The track is programmed. The total number of programmed steps appears, followed by the total playing time of the program. Last programmed track 1 2 3 Total playing time MD1-3 7.09 • To program the entire MD as one step of the program, press ENTER/YES while “AL” appears after selecting the desired MD in step 4. • The program you made remains after Program Play finishes. To play the same program again, press (P.
Using the MD display Checking the remaining time of an MD Press DISPLAY in stop mode. You can check the remaining time of the current track or the entire MD. DISPLAY Each time you press the button, the display changes as follows: n Total playing time and track number on the MD µ Remaining recordable time on the MD (only for a recordable MD) TAPE µ Disc title2) µ Clock Checking the remaining time of a track µ Preset Equalizer menu 2) Press DISPLAY during play.
The MD Deck – Recording Before you start recording MDs (Mini Disc) let you digitally record and play music with high quality sound. Another feature of MDs is track marking. The track marking feature lets you quickly locate a specific point or easily edit the recorded tracks. However, depending on the source you record, the recording method varies. Also, the way the track numbers are recorded differs depending on the source.
Recording methods on this system • Recording only the first track on each CD (Hit Parade, page 39) Track 1 MD1 Track 1 This system offers you nine types of recording methods. Select one of those according to your needs. Track 1 Recording a whole CD as it is You can record a CD to an MD in the same sequence as the original CD.
Recording multiple CDs on multiple MDs 7 Recording starts from CD 1 through CD 3. When the CD changes, the corresponding MD is loaded at the same time. Both the CD player and MD deck stop automatically when the recording of all CDs inserted in the disc tray is completed. — 3CD to 3MD Synchro Recording Each CD is recorded on the corresponding MD slot number. For example, CD 1 is recorded on MD 1, CD 2 on MD 2, and CD 3 on MD 3. Be sure to insert MDs into the appropriate corresponding slots.
Recording multiple CDs on MDs in sequence 6 Press ENTER/YES. “SYNC” starts flashing, then remains lit in the display. The MD deck stands by for recording and the CD pauses at the beginning. If you use an MD with tracks already recorded on it, the MD deck automatically locates the end of the recording and starts the new recording from there. — Seamless Recording You can use this feature to record three CDs to MDs in sequence. 1 2 1 2 CD1-1 Example 2 Example 1 MD1 MD1 3 SYNC LEVEL SYNC 0.
Recording your favorite CD tracks on MDs 6 Press ENTER/YES. The track is programmed. The total number of programmed steps and total playing time of the program appear. — 3PGM to 3MD CD1-4 1 After programming the desired tracks using the CD Program Play feature, you can record them on MDs with the CD-MD Synchro Recording feature. • Recording one program on an MD • Recording multiple programs on separate MDs (3PGM to 3MD) 6 23 TAPE 5 4 1 2 3.
Recording your favorite CD tracks on MDs (continued) 10 Insert a recordable MD in the MD 1 – Recording multiple programs slot. 10 Insert recordable MDs into the slots You can record only on the MD inserted in the MD 1 slot. If the MD 1 indicator is lit green, remove the already inserted MD. 11 Press REC/CD-MD SYNC, then 11 Press REC/CD-MD SYNC, then turn MULTI JOG until “NORMAL ?” appears..
When recording is finished Remove the MD. “TOC Write” flashes and the recorded contents are memorized on the MD. While “TOC Write” is flashing Do not move the unit or pull out the AC power cord to ensure complete recording. The deck updates the Table of Contents (TOC) while “TOC” is flashing. Notes • When recording only one program by selecting “NORMAL,” you can record only on the MD in the MD 1 slot.
Recording only the first track on each CD (continued) 5 Press ENTER/YES. “SYNC” starts flashing, then remains lit in the display. The MD deck stands by for recording and the CD player pauses. If you use an MD with tracks already recorded on it, the MD deck automatically locates the end of the recording and starts the new recording from there. Recording the current CD track — Rec It You can select the CD track you want to record while listening, then start recording immediately.
Recording on an MD manually This feature is useful when recording radio programs or from connected optional components. The system automatically locates the end of any recorded portion of an MD and starts recording from that point. To record from the radio, see page 18 for details. 4 2 1 Press p. When recording is finished Remove the MD. “TOC Write” flashes and the recorded contents are memorized on the MD.
Starting recording with 6 seconds of prestored audio data 1 You can record on any MDs inserted in MD 1 – 3 slots. 2 — Time Machine Recording When recording from an FM or satellite broadcast, the first few seconds of material are often lost due to the time it takes you to ascertain the contents and press the record button. To prevent the loss of this material, the Time Machine Recording feature constantly stores 6 seconds of the most recent audio data in a buffer memory.
4 Marking track numbers Press ENTER/YES. “LEVELSync ON?” appears. 5 You can mark track numbers using the following methods: • Automatically during recording When you record from this system’s CD (digital recording), the track numbers are automatically marked. When recording from other sources, you can mark track numbers automatically using the Level Synchro Recording function. • At any point while recording You can mark track numbers while recording from any sources.
Making a space between tracks 3 seconds long — Smart Space/Auto Cut The Smart Space and Auto Cut functions let you make a blank space between tracks three seconds long automatically while making a digital recording. Smart Space Auto Cut If there is no sound input for 30 seconds or more while digital recording, the MD deck replaces the silence of 30 seconds with a blank of about 3 seconds and changes to recording pause. Tips • The Smart Space and Auto Cut functions are factory set to on.
The MD Deck – Editing Before you start editing Before editing To edit MDs, the MD requires the following conditions: You can edit the recorded tracks on an MD. By using the editing functions, you can create original MD albums without copying the MD. • The MD is writable. • The MD deck is in the Continuous mode. Before editing, check the conditions by following the procedure below. Editing functions 1 If the MD is protected, you cannot edit the MD. Slide the tab to close the slot.
Labeling an MD 6 — Name Function Each time you press the button, the display changes as follows: You can create titles (names) for your recorded MDs and tracks. About 1,700 characters can be memorized for each MD. 4 5,10 2 Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the type of character you want appears. A (Upper case) n a (Lower case) n 0 (Space) (Numbers) n ! (Symbols)* n n A… 63 *You can use the following symbols. TAPE !"#$%&'()∗+,–.
To cancel labeling Press p. Checking the titles To check the disc title, press DISC SKIP repeatedly to select the MD you want to check. To check the track title, turn MULTI JOG in stop mode until the track you want to check appears. The title scrolls in the display. Notes •You can check the titles by pressing the DISPLAY button. However, if the disc title exceeds 10 characters (or if the track title exceeds 7 characters), the characters after 10th (or 7th) do not appear.
Erasing recordings (continued) 1 2 3 Insert an MD you want to edit (see page 18). Erasing all tracks You can erase the disc title, all recorded tracks and their titles at once. 3 4,5 2 Press the MD button to switch the function to MD. TAPE Turn MULTI JOG until the track number you want to erase appears. Track number you want to erase 1 2 3 3 MD1-2 ALL DISCS 1 Insert an MD you want to edit (see page 18). 2 Press the MD button to switch the function to MD.
Erasing a portion of a track By using the Divide (see page 50), Erase (see page 47), and Combine (see page 51) Functions, you can erase specific portions of a track. E.g.: Erasing a portion of track A Track number — Move Function Using the Move Function, you can change the order of any track on the MD. When you move tracks, the tracks are automatically renumbered. Portion to be erased 1 Original tracks 2 A 3 B Divide track A into three parts.
Moving recorded tracks (continued) 6 Turn MULTI JOG until the track number you want to move the track to (new track number) appears. Old track number New track number 1 2 3 MD4 -> 1 ok? TRACK 1 DISC Dividing recorded tracks — Divide Function You can use this function to add track numbers to multiple tracks that are recorded as one track. This function also lets you mark track numbers after finishing recording.
4 Press EDIT/NO, then turn MULTI JOG until “Divide ?” appears. 5 Press ENTER/YES. “MD Rehearsal” and “MD Position ok?” appear alternately and the portion to be divided is played repeatedly. To shift the division point: While monitoring the sound, turn MULTI JOG to find the division point. The point moves in increments of 1/86 second (1 frame). 6 Press ENTER/YES. “MD Complete” appears for a few seconds and the newly created track begins playing.
Combining recorded tracks (continued) 2 Press the MD button to switch the function to MD. 3 Turn MULTI JOG until the first track of the two to be combined appears. For example, to combine track 1 to the end of track 4, select track 4. 4 Press EDIT/NO, then turn MULTI JOG until “Combine ?” appears. 5 Press ENTER/YES. First track of the two to be combined 1 2 3 M D 4+ 5 > 4 TRACK ALL DISCS LEVEL- SYNC 6 Turn MULTI JOG until the second track of the two to be combined appears.
Undoing the last edit 3 One of the following messages appears, depending on the last edit. — Undo Function Editing done: Labeling a track or an MD This function lets you cancel the last edit and restore the contents of the MD to the condition before the edit. Note, however, that you cannot undo an edit if you do any of the following after the edit: • • • • • Press ENTER/YES. Erasing all titles on an MD Erasing a single track Do any other editing operation. Press REC/CD-MD SYNC. Press REC IT.
Sound Adjustment Adjusting the sound You can listen to music with stronger bass or a more powerful sound. DBFB GROOVE Selecting the Preset Equalizer menu The Preset Equalizer enables you to select the sound characteristic from among 15 sound effects according to the music you are listening to. EDIT/NO 1 3 TAPE Reinforcing the bass sound 2 Press DBFB (Dynamic Bass Feedback). 1 The indicator on the button lights up. Each time you press the button, the display changes as follows: Press PRESET EQ.
Other Features Labeling the preset stations 5 The cursor starts flashing. Cursor — Station Name FM 3 You can label each preset station with up to 8 characters (Station Name). The Station Name appears when you tune in the station. 4 5,10 1 2 6 Press ENTER/YES. PRESET TUNED STEREO 6 Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the type of character you want appears.
Labeling the preset stations (continued) 9 Repeat steps 6 through 8 to complete the name. If you make a mistake, press CURSOR N or n until the character you want to change flashes, then repeat steps 6 through 8. To erase a character, press EDIT/NO. Each time you press the button, the character in the cursor position is erased. You cannot insert a character between previously input characters. 10 Press ENTER/YES to complete the labeling procedure. The Station Name is stored in the system‘s memory.
Locating a station by program type (PTY) You can locate a station you want by selecting a program type. The system tunes in the type of programs currently being broadcast from the RDS stations stored in the tuner’s preset memory. 2 4,6,7 To cancel PTY Search Press EDIT/NO. The system tunes in the station you were listening to. List of program types (PTY) NEWS News programs. AFFAIRS Topical programs that expand on current news.
Using the Radio Data System (RDS) (continued) S. CLASSICAL Performances of major orchestras, chamber music, opera, etc. OTHER MUSIC Music, such as jazz, rhythm and blues, and reggae. ALARM Emergency broadcasts. Falling asleep to music — Sleep Timer You can set the system to turn off after a certain time without setting the clock, so you can fall asleep to music. You can set the timer in 10 minute increments. EDIT/NO 2,4 1 NONE Any programming not defined above.
Waking up to music 5 Set the time to start play. Turn MULTI JOG to set the hour, then press ENTER/YES. The minute indication flashes. — Daily Timer 1 You can wake up to music at a preset time every day. Make sure you have set the clock (see page 5). 9 1 2 Turn VOLUME to adjust the sound volume. 3 Press CLOCK/TIMER SET, then turn MULTI JOG until “SET DAILY ?” appears. 4 Press ENTER/YES. The hour indication flashes.
Waking up to music (continued) To cancel the timer 1 Press CLOCK/TIMER SELECT, then turn MULTI JOG until “TIMER OFF ?” appears. 2 Press ENTER/YES. “DAILY” disappears from the display and the timer is canceled. Tip When you connect the optional TC-TX515 deck to the system, you can activate the deck using the Daily Timer function without setting the timer on the deck. Timer recording radio programs You can make up to three settings of start and stop time, and turn on those settings at the same time.
1 2 3 1 2 3 SET REC 1 ? PRESET 6 TUNED STEREO REC1 Press ENTER/YES. The day of the week indication flashes. “SUN” – “SAT”: Select this to timer record with the same setting on the same day every week. “ALL”: Select this to timer record with the same setting every day. 1 2 3 1 2 3 ON SUN O:OOAM 9 Turn MULTI JOG to select the MD you want to record on.
Timer recording radio programs (continued) To check the timer Follow the procedure in “To turn on or off the timer” (see page 61). Select the timer number you want to check in step 1 and select “ON” in step 2. The setting appears at the end of the procedure. When the setting time is overlapped The time indicated with recorded.
Additional Information Precautions If you have any questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. On the speaker system 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 system is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the system itself has been turned off.
System limitations of MDs The recording system in your MD deck has the limitations described below. Note, however, that these limitations are due to the inherent nature of the MD recording system itself, not to mechanical causes. “Disc Full” lights up before the MD has reached the maximum recording time (60 or 74 minutes) When 255 tracks have been recorded on the MD, “Disc Full” lights up regardless of the total recorded time. More than 255 tracks cannot be recorded on the MD.
Using the SelfDiagnostic Display This system has the Self-Diagnostic function to let you know if there is a system malfunction. The display shows a code made up of three letters and a message alternately to show you the problem. To solve the problem, refer to the following list. If any problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer. MD1 1 C11 ALL DISCS PRESET 2 Protected C11/MD Protected The MD is protected against erasure.
Troubleshooting (continued) A code made up of three letters and message flash alternately. •The Self-Diagnostic function is working. Solve the problem referring to the check list (page 65). Speakers Sound comes from one channel or the left and right volume are unbalanced. •Check the speaker connections and speaker placement. CD Player The CD tray does not close. •The CD is not placed properly. The CD will not eject. •The CD has tape, seals, or paste on it. The CD will not play. •The CD is dirty.
Tuner Messages Severe hum or noise (“TUNED” or “STEREO” flashes in the display). • Adjust the antenna. • The signal strength is too weak. Connect an external antenna. One of the following messages may appear or flash in the display during MD operation. A stereo FM program is not received in stereo. • Press STEREO/MONO so “STEREO” appears. MD Auto Cut The MD deck is pausing the recording because silence continued for 30 seconds or more during digital recording.
Troubleshooting (continued) CD No Name The selected MD or track is not labeled. File Full The system has already stored the maximum number of Disc Memos (100 Disc Memos). No Track The inserted MD has a disc title but no tracks. – OVER – You have reached the end of the CD while pressing the ) button during pause. OVER You have reached the end of the last track during high-speed search. Position ok? The MD is playing the division point during Divide Function.
Specifications CD player section System Laser Amplifier section For the U.S. model Laser output AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: With 6 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 70 – 20,000 Hz; rated 25 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.9% total harmonic distortion from 250␣ milliwatts to rated output.
Specifications (continued) Other models: MW: SW: Antenna Intermediate frequency 531 – 1,602 kHz (with the interval set at 9 kHz) 530 – 1,710 kHz (with the interval set at 10 kHz) 5.95 – 17.90 MHz AM loop antenna External antenna terminals 450 kHz Speaker SS-MD515 Speaker system Speaker units Woofer: Tweeter: Nominal impedance 2-way, bass-reflex type 15 cm dia., cone type 2.5 cm dia.
Index A Adjusting the sound 54 the volume 13 Analog recording 33 Antennas 4, 11 Auto Cut 44 Automatic Source Selection 17 B Batteries 9 C CD player 20 CD-MD Synchro Recording 13 CD-TEXT 27 Clock setting 5 Combine Function 51 Connecting.
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