4-241-375-11(2)
Micro Hi-Fi
Component
System
Operating Instructions
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom 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-EX5
© 2002 Sony Corporation
Table of Contents
List of Button Locations
and Reference Pages
Timer
Falling asleep to music
— Sleep Timer ................................. 17
Waking up to music
Main unit ................................................... 4
Remote control .......................................... 5
— Play Timer ................................... 18
Getting Started
Display
Hooking up the system .............................. 6
Preparing the remote ................................. 7
Turning off the display
— Power Saving Mode .................... 19
Changing the brightness for the
display .............................................. 19
Using the display ..................................... 20
Replacing the battery in the remote .......... 8
Setting the clock ........................................ 8
CD
Loading a CD ............................................ 9
Optional Components
Playing a CD
Hooking up optional components ........... 21
— Normal Play/Shuffle Play/
Repeat Play ......................................... 9
Listening to audio from a connected
component ........................................ 22
Recording on a connected component .... 22
Programing CD tracks
— Program Play ............................... 10
Labeling a CD
Troubleshooting
— Disc Memo .................................. 11
Problems and remedies ........................... 23
Self-diagnosis display ............................. 25
Tuner
Presetting radio stations .......................... 13
Additional Information
Listening to the radio
— Preset Tuning/Manual Tuning ..... 15
Precautions .............................................. 25
Specifications .......................................... 27
Labeling the preset stations
— Station Name ............................... 16
Using the Radio Data System (RDS)* .... 16
* European model only
Sound Adjustment
Adjusting the sound
— DSG ............................................. 17
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List of Button Locations and Reference Pages
Illustration number
How to use this page
r
Use this page to find the location of buttons and other
parts of the system that are mentioned in the text.
TUNER/BAND 9 (13 - 15, 24)
R
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Name of button/part Reference page
Main unit
ALPHABETICAL ORDER
BUTTON DESCRIPTIONS
@/1 (power) 1
Z 3
./> 6
m/M 6
x 7
NX 8
R – Z
A – Q
Disc slot 2 (23)
Display window 4
DISPLAY qa (16, 19, 20)
FUNCTION 0 (9 - 13, 15, 22,
24)
Remote sensor qs
TUNER/BAND 9 (13 - 15, 24)
TUNING +/– 6 (13 -15)
VOLUME +/– 5 (18)
To open the front cover, push
down on the knob under the
display window.
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Remote control
ALPHABETICAL ORDER
BUTTON DESCRIPTIONS
Z 1
@/1 (power) 4
./> qa
+/– qa
X ws
x ws
m/M wd
L – Z
A – K
BASS +/– qj (17)
Letter/Number buttons wf (10,
12, 15)
CD N ws (9 - 11, 23)
CLEAR 9 (10 - 12, 16)
CLOCK/TIMER SELECT 6
(19)
CLOCK/TIMER SET 7 (8, 18)
CURSOR T/t wd (8, 12)
DIMMER qk (19)
MENU/NO q; (12 - 14, 16, 22)
NAME EDIT/SELECT 3 (11,
16)
PLAY MODE w; (9 - 11, 13, 23,
25)
REPEAT qd (10)
SCROLL 5 (12, 20)
SLEEP 2 (17)
SURROUND qg (17)
TIME wh (11, 20)
DISPLAY wg (16, 19, 20)
DSG qf (17)
ENTER/YES 8 (8, 10, 12 - 14,
16, 18, 19, 22)
TREBLE +/– qh (17)
TUNER BAND wa (13 -15)
TUNING MODE w; (13 - 15)
VOL +/– qs (18)
FM MODE qd (15, 24)
FUNCTION ql (9 - 13, 15, 22,
24)
1 2 3 4
wh
wg
5
6
7
wf
8
9
0
qa
wd
ws
wa
w;
qs
qd
qf
qg
ql
qk
qj qh
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Getting Started
Hooking up the system
Perform the following procedure 1 to 5 to hook up your system using the supplied cords and
accessories.
The front cover is made of tempered glass. Please remember to handle this system carefully.
AM loop antenna
FM antenna
Right speaker
Left speaker
Rear cover
1 4
2
3
5
1 Remove the rear cover.
2 Connect the speakers.
Connect the speaker cords to the SPEAKER
terminals as shown below.
Push in on the tab and
pull up the cover
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3 Connect the FM/AM antennas.
4 Reinstall the rear cover.
Set up the AM loop antenna, then connect
Pass the wires under the rear cover.
it.
AM antenna
AM loop
antenna
Black
5 Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.
White
If the plug does not fit the wall outlet, attach
the supplied plug adapter (only for models
equipped with an adapter).
To turn on the system, press @/1.
FM antenna (Jack type A)
Note on the front glass
Extend the FM wire antenna horizontally
The front glass is made of tempered glass. Under
normal conditions, this tempered glass is more
shock resistant and able to bear more weight than
ordinary glass. This glass, however, may shatter if
it receives a sharp blow or if it is scratched.
Note
Depending on the connected cords or antennas, you
may not be able to reinstall the rear cover.
FM antenna (Jack type B)
Extend the FM wire antenna horizontally
Preparing the remote
Pull out the insulating sheet to allow
power to flow from the battery.
The remote already contains a battery.
FM antenna (Jack type C)
Extend the FM wire antenna horizontally
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Replacing the battery in
the remote
Setting the clock
1Turn on the system.
2Press CLOCK/TIMER SET on the
1 Slide out and remove the battery case.
remote.
The day indication flashes.
3Press . or > on the remote
repeatedly to set the day, then press
ENTER/YES on the remote.
The hour indication flashes.
4Press . or > on the remote
repeatedly to set the hour, then press
ENTER/YES on the remote.
2 Insert a new lithium battery CR2025
with the + side facing up.
A lithium battery CR2025
The minute indication flashes.
5Press . or > on the remote
repeatedly to set the minuite, then
press ENTER/YES on the remote.
If you made a mistake
Press TCURSOR or CURSORt on the remote
repeatedly until the indication you want to change
(day, hour, minuite) flashes, and then change the
setting.
3 Slide the battery case back in.
To adjust the clock
Tip
When the remote no longer operates the system,
replace the battery with a new one.
1 Press CLOCK/TIMER SET on the remote.
2 Press . or > on the remote
repeatedly to select “CLOCK SET?”, then
press ENTER/YES on the remote.
Note
If you do not use the remote for a long period of time,
remove the battery to avoid possible damage from
battery leakage and corrosion.
3 Do the same procedures as steps 3 to 5
above.
Notes on lithium battery
• Keep the lithium battery out of the reach of
children. Should the battery be swallowed,
immediately consult a doctor.
• Wipe the battery with a dry cloth to assure a good
contact.
• Be sure to observe the correct polarity when
installing the battery.
• Do not hold the battery with metallic tweezers,
otherwise a short-circuit may occur.
WARNING
Battery may explode if you mistreated.
Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.
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CD
Playing a CD
Loading a CD
— Normal Play/Shuffle Play/Repeat
Play
1 Press Z.
“OPEN” appears and the function switches
This system lets you play the CD in different
play modes.
to CD.
2 Insert a CD and push down on it gently.
The CD is drawn in and playback starts
automatically.
With the label side facing front.
Track number
Playing time
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly to switch
the function to CD.
2 Press PLAY MODE on the remote in
stop mode repeatedly until the mode
you want appears.
Select
To play
No display
(Normal Play)
The tracks on the CD in
original order.
SHUFFLE
(Shuffle Play)
The tracks on the CD in
random order.
PROGRAM
(Program Play)
The tracks on the CD in the
order you want them to be
played (see “Programing CD
tracks” on page 10).
Tips
• To reload the CD, first remove the CD, and then
load it again.
• You can load a CD single (8 cm CD) without an
adapter.
• Playback starts automatically when you simply load
the CD (CD Auto Play). This function, however,
does not work while Program Play is selected.
3 Press NX (or CD N on the remote).
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Playing a CD (continued)
Programing CD tracks
— Program Play
Other operations
To
Do this
You can make a program of up to 25 tracks on
a CD in the order you want to play them.
Stop play
Pause
Press x.
Press NX (or X on the remote).
Press again to resume play.
1Press FUNCTION repeatedly to switch
the function to CD.
Select a track
During play or pause, press .
or > repeatedly until you find
the desired track.
2Press PLAY MODE on the remote in
stop mode repeatedly until
“PROGRAM” appears.
Find a point in
a track
During play, press and hold down
m or M and release it at the
desired point.
3Press . or > repeatedly until the
desired track number appears.
Play repeatedly Press REPEAT on the remote
(Repeat Play)
repeatedly during play until
“REPEAT” or “REPEAT1”
appears.
REPEAT: For all the tracks on the
CD up to five times.
Selected track Playing time of the
REPEAT1: For a single track only.
To cancel playing repeatedly, press
REPEAT on the remote repeatedly
until “REPEAT” and “REPEAT1”
disappear.
number
selected track
4Press ENTER/YES on the remote.
The track is programed.
“Step” appears, followed by the order
number of the track just programed. Then
the last programed track number appears,
followed by the total playing time of the
program.
Remove the CD Press Z to remove the CD, then
press Z again to close the cover
inside the disc slot.
If you made a mistake, you can clear the last
programed track from the program by
pressing CLEAR on the remote.
To enter track number using the
remote
You can also select the desired track using the
remote during Normal Play (no display).
Press number buttons. Play automatically
starts.
To enter track number 10 or higher
Last programed Total playing
1 Press >10.
track number
time
2 Enter the corresponding digits.
To enter 0, press 10/0 instead.
5To program additional tracks, repeat
steps 3 and 4.
Example:
6Press NX (or CD N on the remote).
To enter track number 30, press >10, then 3 and 10/0.
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Other operations
Labeling a CD
To
Do this
— Disc Memo
Check the
Press . or > repeatedly
program order
during Program Play.
You can label up to 100 CDs with titles of up
to 20 symbols and characters. Whenever you
load a labeled CD, the title appears.
Check the total
number of
programed tracks
Press TIME on the remote in
stop mode. The total number of
programed tracks appears,
followed by the last programed
track number and the total
playing time of the program.
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly to switch
the function to CD.
If “SHUFFLE” or “PROGRAM” appears,
press PLAY MODE on the remote
repeatedly until both disappear.
Cancel Program
Play
Press PLAY MODE on the
remote in stop mode repeatedly
until “PROGRAM” and
“SHUFFLE” disappear.
2 Press NAME EDIT/SELECT on the
Add a track to the
end of the program
in stop mode
Do steps 3 and 4.
remote in stop mode.
The cursor starts flashing.
3 Press NAME EDIT/SELECT on the
remote repeatedly to select the desired
type of character.
Erase a track
Press CLEAR on the remote in
stop mode. Each time you press
the button, the last programed
track is erased.
Type of character
Select
Uppercase letters/
Selected AB
blank space/symbols
Tips
• The program you made remains after Program Play
finishes. To play the same program again, switch
the function to CD, then press NX (or CD N on
the remote).
Lowercase letters/
blank space/symbols
Selected ab
Selected 12
Numbers
• “– –.– –” appears when the total CD program time
exceeds 100 minutes, or when you select a CD track
whose number is 21 or over.
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Labeling a CD (continued)
To erase and change a character
In step 3 or 4, press TCURSOR or
CURSORt on the remote repeatedly until the
character you want to change flashes. Press
CLEAR on the remote to erase the character,
then repeat steps 3 and 4.
4 Enter a character.
Type of character Do this
Uppercase or
Press the corresponding
lowercase letters
letter button on the remote
repeatedly until the
To cancel labeling
Press MENU/NO on the remote.
character to be entered
flashes. Or press the button
once and press . or
> repeatedly. Then
press CURSORt on the
remote.
To add a character
After step 2, press TCURSOR or
CURSORt on the remote repeatedly to move
the cursor to the place where you want to add a
character. Then proceed to step 3.
Numbers
Press the corresponding
number button on the
remote.
Checking the disc titles
Blank space
Press 10/0 on the remote.
1Press FUNCTION repeatedly to switch
Symbols
(‘ – / , . ( ) : ! ?)
Press number 1 on the
remote repeatedly.
the function to CD.
2Press MENU/NO on the remote in stop
Symbols
Press number 1 on the
mode.
(& + < > _ = ” ; # $ remote and press . or
% @
`)
> repeatedly. Then
press CURSORt on the
remote.
3Press . or > on the remote
repeatedly until “Name Check?”
appears, then press ENTER/YES on the
remote.
5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to enter the rest
4Press . or > on the remote
repeatedly to select the disc titles
stored in the system memory between
001 and 100.
of the name.
6 Press ENTER/YES on the remote.
“Complete!” appears.
To check the current disc title
Press SCROLL on the remote in stop mode.
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Tuner
Erasing a disc title
Presetting radio stations
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly to switch
the function to CD.
The system can store a total of 30 preset
stations (20 for FM and 10 for AM). You can
then tune in any of those stations simply by
selecting the corresponding preset number.
If “SHUFFLE” or “PROGRAM” appears,
press PLAY MODE on the remote
repeatedly until both disappear.
2 Press MENU/NO on the remote in stop
There are two ways to store the preset stations.
mode.
To
Method
3 Press . or > on the remote
repeatedly until “Name Erase?”
appears, then press ENTER/YES on the
remote.
Automatically tune in all Automatic Tuning Preset
of the stations that can be
received in your area and
then store them manually
Manually tune in and
store the radio frequency
of your favorite stations
Manual Tuning Preset
4 Press . or > on the remote
repeatedly to select the disc title you
want to erase.
5 Press ENTER/YES on the remote again.
“Complete!” appears.
Setting presets through
automatic tuning
To erase all disc titles
Press . or > on the remote repeatedly
until “All Erase?” appears in step 3, then press
ENTER/YES on the remote twice.
1 Press TUNER/BAND (or TUNER BAND
on the remote) repeatedly to select
“FM” or “AM”.
To cancel erasing
Press MENU/NO on the remote during steps 1
through 4.
2 Press TUNING MODE on the remote
repeatedly until “AUTO” appears.
3 Press TUNING – or + (or – or + on the
Note
remote).
The disc titles are saved in the system memory for
about a day even if you disconnect the power cord or
a power failure occurs.
The frequency indication changes and the
scanning stops when the system tunes in a
station. “TUNED” and “STEREO” (for a
stereo program only) appear.
If “TUNED” does not appear and the
scanning does not stop
Set the frequency of the desired radio
station as described in steps 2 through 8 of
“Setting presets through manual tuning”.
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3Press TUNING – or + (or – or + on the
remote) repeatedly to tune in the
desired station.
Presetting radio stations (continued)
4 Press MENU/NO on the remote.
4Press MENU/NO on the remote.
5 Press TUNING – or + (or – or + on the
remote) repeatedly until “Memory?”
appears, then press ENTER/YES on the
remote.
5Press TUNING – or + (or – or + on the
remote) repeatedly until “Memory?”
appears, then press ENTER/YES on the
remote.
A preset number appears.
Do steps 6 and 7 when the preset number is
flashing.
A preset number appears.
Do steps 6 and 7 when the preset number is
flashing.
6 Press TUNING – or + (or – or + on the
remote) repeatedly to select the desired
preset number.
6Press TUNING – or + (or – or + on the
remote) repeatedly to select the desired
preset number.
7 Press ENTER/YES on the remote.
7Press ENTER/YES on the remote.
“Complete!” appears.
“Complete!” appears.
The station is stored.
The station is stored.
8 Repeat steps 1 through 7 to store other
8Repeat steps 1 through 7 to store other
stations.
stations.
Tip
Press TUNING MODE on the remote when you want
to stop scanning.
Other operations
To
Do this
Setting presets through
manual tuning
Tune in a station Follow the procedure described in
with a weak
signal
“Setting presets through manual
tuning”.
1 Press TUNER/BAND (or TUNER BAND
on the remote) repeatedly to select
“FM” or “AM”.
Stop setting
presets
Press MENU/NO on the remote in
step 5 or 6.
Change the
Start over from step 1.
preset station
2 Press TUNING MODE on the remote
repeatedly until “MANUAL” appears.
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To change the AM tuning interval
(except for the European model)
To select a desired preset number
using the number buttons on the
remote
Press number buttons instead of performing
step 3.
To enter preset number 10 or higher, press >10
and enter the corresponding digits. To enter 0,
press 10/0 instead.
The AM tuning interval is factory-preset to 9 kHz
(10 kHz for some areas). To change the AM tuning
interval, tune in any AM station first, then turn off the
system. While holding down FUNCTION on the
system, turn the system back on. When you change
the interval, all the AM preset stations are erased. To
reset the interval, repeat the same procedure.
Tips
Example:
• The preset stations are retained for about a day even
if you disconnect the power cord or if a power
failure occurs.
To enter preset number 20, press >10, then 2 and
10/0.
• You can label the preset stations (see page 16).
• To improve the broadcast reception, adjust the
supplied antennas, or connect a commercially
available external antenna.
Listening to a non-preset
radio station
— Manual Tuning
Listening to the radio
1 Press TUNER/BAND (or TUNER BAND
on the remote) repeatedly to select
“FM” or “AM”.
You can listen to a radio station either by
selecting a preset station or by manually tuning
in a station.
2 Press TUNING MODE on the remote
repeatedly until “MANUAL” appears.
3 Press TUNING – or + (or – or + on the
remote) repeatedly to tune in the
desired station.
Listening to a preset station
— Preset Tuning
Tips
Preset radio stations in the tuner’s memory first
• To improve the broadcast reception, adjust the
supplied antennas, or connect a commercially
available external antenna.
• When an FM stereo program has static noise, press
FM MODE on the remote repeatedly until
“MONO” appears. There will be no stereo effect,
but the reception will improve.
• Press TUNING MODE on the remote repeatedly
until “AUTO” appears in step 2, then press
TUNING – or + (or – or + on the remote). The
frequency indication changes and the scanning
stops when the system tunes in a station (Automatic
Tuning).
(see “Presetting radio stations” on page 13).
1 Press TUNER/BAND (or TUNER BAND
on the remote) repeatedly to select
“FM” or “AM”.
2 Press TUNING MODE on the remote
repeatedly until “PRESET” appears.
3 Press TUNING – or + (or – or + on the
remote) repeatedly to select the desired
preset station (or station name* or RDS
station name**).
* The station name appears only if you have
labeled the station (see “Labeling the preset
stations” on page 16).
**European model only.
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Labeling the preset
stations
Using the Radio Data
System (RDS)
(European model only)
— Station Name
What is the Radio Data System?
You can label each preset station with up to
10 symbols or characters (Station Name).
Radio Data System (RDS)* is a broadcasting
service that allows radio stations to send
additional information along with the regular
program signal.
1 Tune the preset station you want to
label (see “Listening to the radio” on
page 15).
Note
2 Follow the same procedures as from
steps 2 to 6 of “Labeling a CD” on
page 11.
RDS may not work properly if the station you have
tuned in is not transmitting the RDS signal properly
or if the signal is weak.
To cancel labeling
Press MENU/NO on the remote.
* Not all FM stations provide RDS service, nor do
they all provide the same type of services. If you are
not familiar with the RDS system, check with your
local radio stations for details on RDS services in
your area.
To erase the name
1 Tune the station.
2 Press NAME EDIT/SELECT on the remote.
Receiving RDS broadcasts
Simply select a station from the FM band.
3 Press CLEAR on the remote repeatedly to
erase the name.
When you tune in a station that provides RDS
services, the station name appears in the
display.
4 Press ENTER/YES on the remote.
To check the RDS information
Each time you press DISPLAY, the display
changes cyclically as follows:
Station name** t Frequency t Clock
display t Volume
**If the RDS broadcast is not properly received, the
station name may not appear.
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Sound Adjustment
Timer
Adjusting the sound
Falling asleep to music
— Sleep Timer
Generating a more dynamic
sound
You can set the system to turn off after a
certain time, so that you can fall asleep to
music.
— DSG
Press SLEEP on the remote repeatedly.
Press DSG* on the remote.
“DSG” appears.
To cancel the DSG, press DSG on the remote
again.
Each time you press the button, the minute
display (the turn-off time) changes cyclically as
follows:
AUTO* t 90min t 80min t 70min t
t 10min t OFF
…
* DSG: Dynamic Sound Generator
Tip
* The system automatically turns off after the current
sound source finishes playing (up to 4 hours).
DSG is factory set to on.
Selecting the surround effect
To
Press
Check the remaining SLEEP on the remote once.
sleep time**
Press SURROUND on the remote.
“SURR” appears.
To cancel the surround effect, press
SURROUND on the remote again.
Change the time to
turn off
SLEEP on the remote
repeatedly to select the time
you want.
Cancel the Sleep
Timer function
SLEEP on the remote
repeatedly until “OFF”
appears.
Adjusting the bass and treble
To adjust
Press
**You cannot check the remaining time when you
Bass
BASS + or – on the remote
select “AUTO”.
repeatedly.
Treble
TREBLE + or – on the remote
repeatedly.
Tips
• You can adjust the bass and treble in 7 steps (from
–3 to +3).
• You can enjoy the original sound by setting BASS
and TREBLE to “– –”.
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5Set the time to start playing.
Waking up to music
If you selected “PLAY ONCE?” or “PLAY
WEEKLY?” in step 4, press . or >
on the remote to set the day, then press
ENTER/YES on the remote.
— Play Timer
By setting the Play Timer, you can make the
system automatically turn on and off at
specified day and times. To use this function,
make sure that you have set the system clock
correctly (see “Setting the clock” on page 8).
The hour indication flashes.
Press . or > on the remote repeatedly
to set the hour, then press ENTER/YES on
the remote.
The minute indication flashes.
1 Prepare the sound source you want to
Press . or > on the remote repeatedly
to set the minute, then press ENTER/YES
on the remote.
The following indication flashes again if
you selected in step 4:
“PLAY ONCE?” or “PLAY WEEKLY?”:
The day indication
“PLAY DAILY?”: The hour indication.
play.
• CD: Load a CD. To start from a specific
track, make a program (see “Programing
CD tracks” on page 10).
• Radio: Tune in the preset radio station that
you want (see “Listening to the radio” on
page 15).
2 Press VOLUME + or – (or VOL + or – on
the remote) repeatedly to adjust the
volume.
6Set the time to stop playing following
the procedure in step 5.
7Press . or > on the remote
repeatedly until the desired sound
source appears.
3 Press CLOCK/TIMER SET on the
remote.
“PLAY SET?” flashes, then press ENTER/
YES on the remote.
The indication changes as follows:
TUNER y CD PLAY
4 Press . or > on the remote
repeatedly until the type of timer you
want appears, then press ENTER/YES
on the remote.
8Press ENTER/YES on the remote.
The type of timer, the start time, the stop
time, the sound source, and the volume
appear in turn, then the original display
returns.
To play
Select
Only once
Everyday
PLAY ONCE?
PLAY DAILY?
PLAY WEEKLY?
9Press @/1 to turn off the system.
The same day(s)
every week
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Display
To
Do this
Check the settings
Press CLOCK/TIMER
SELECT on the remote, then
press ENTER/YES on the
remote. “PLAY ON?”
Turning off the display
— Power Saving Mode
appears, then press ENTER/
YES on the remote.
Even if the system is off, the system consumes
power to display the clock and to stay
responsive to commands from the remote. The
Power Saving Mode is introduced to reduce the
amount of power consumed during standby.
Activate the timer
Press CLOCK/TIMER
SELECT on the remote and
press . or > on the
remote repeatedly until
“PLAY ON?” appears, then
press ENTER/YES on the
remote.
In this mode, the clock is not displayed.
Press DISPLAY while the system is off
until the clock display disappears.
Change the setting
Cancel the timer
Start over from step 1.
Press CLOCK/TIMER
SELECT on the remote and
press . or > on the
remote repeatedly until
“TIMER OFF?” appears, then
press ENTER/YES on the
remote.
To cancel Power Saving Mode
Press DISPLAY while the system is off.
The display changes as follows:
Clock display* y No display (Power Saving
Mode)
* The clock is displayed only when you have set the
clock.
Tip
Notes
• Do not operate the system from the time the system
turns on until the play starts (about 15 seconds
before the preset time). Otherwise the timer will not
be activated correctly.
The timer continues to operate during Power Saving
Mode.
• If you use the Play Timer at the same time as the
Sleep Timer, the Sleep Timer has priority.
• You cannot use the optional components connected
to PC/TAPE/MD IN jack as the sound source for
Play Timer.
Changing the brightness
for the display
You can change the brightness for the display.
Press DIMMER on the remote repeatedly
while the system is on.
The brightness level changes cyclically.
Tip
The brightness level is factory set to high.
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Checking a station name
(Tuner)
Using the display
You can check the remaining time of the current
track or the entire CD. When a CD TEXT disc is
loaded, you can also check the information
recorded on the disc, such as the titles.
Press DISPLAY repeatedly.
The display changes cyclically as follows:
Station name* t Frequency** t Clock
display t Volume**
* The station name is skipped if the station is
unlabeled.
**After appearing for 8 seconds, the display will
revert back to the station name (or to the frequency
if the station is unlabeled).
Checking the remaining time
Press TIME on the remote repeatedly
during normal play.
To scroll a long name
The display changes cyclically as follows:
Elapsed playing time on the current track t
Remaining time of the current track* t
Remaining time of the current CD**
* “– –.– –” appears when you check the remaining
time of a CD track whose number is 21 or over.
**“– –.– –” appears during Shuffle Play of a CD
which has 21 or more tracks, or during Program
Play when a CD track whose number is 21 or over
is selected.
Press SCROLL on the remote.
The title appears scrolling.
To pause the scrolling of the title, press
SCROLL on the remote again.
Tips
• If you press TIME on the remote in stop mode for a
CD with CD TEXT containing the artist name, the
artist name appears scrolling.
• To label a disc title on a CD, see “Labeling a CD”
on page 11.
• To label a station name on a preset station, see
“Labeling the preset stations” on page 16.
Checking the total playing
time
Press TIME on the remote in stop mode.
Checking a track title, a disc
title (CD)
Press DISPLAY repeatedly.
The display changes cyclically as follows:
Clock display t Volume*1 t Playing time of
the CD*2 t Track title or disc title*3
*1 After 8 seconds, the playing time of the CD
appears.
*2 The display that appears depends on the current
disc status:
If the disc is stopped: The total playing time of the
CD is displayed.
If the disc is playing: The elapsed playing time of
the track, remaining playing time of the track, or
remaining playing time of the CD is displayed.
*3 The track title appears during playback (only for
CDs with CD TEXT), and the disc title appears
when the disc is stopped. If a CD that has no title is
loaded, the track title or disc title is skipped.
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Optional Components
Hooking up optional components
To enhance your system, you can connect optional components. Refer to the operating instructions
provided with each component.
Headphones
To the audio input
jacks of an optional
component
From the audio
output jacks of an
optional component
To the digital input
jack of a digital
component
Optional component
Optional component
Optional digital component
A PC/TAPE/MD OUT jack
C OPTICAL CD DIGITAL OUT jack
Use an audio cord (not supplied) to connect
an optional component (such as a personal
computer, a cassette deck or an MD deck)
to this jack. You can then output analog
audio to that component from this system.
Use a digital optical cable (square, not
supplied) to connect an optional digital
component (such as an MD deck) to this
jack. You can then output digital audio to
that component from this system.
B PC/TAPE/MD IN jack
D PHONES jack
Use an audio cord (not supplied) to connect
an optional component (such as a personal
computer, a cassette deck or an MD deck)
to this jack. You can then listen to analog
audio from that component through this
system.
You can connect the headphones to this
jack.
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Listening to audio from a
connected component
Recording on a connected
component
1 Connect the audio cord.
See “Hooking up optional components” on
page 21.
Making a digital recording on
a digital component
2 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “PC”,
1Connect the digital optical cable.
“MD” or “TAPE” appears.
See “Hooking up optional components” on
Start playing the connected component.
page 21.
To select the desired connected
component
2Start recording.
Refer to the operating instructions provided
with connected component.
1 Turn on the system.
2 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “PC”,
Making an analog recording
on a component
“MD” or “TAPE” appears.
3 Press MENU/NO on the remote.
4 Press . or > on the remote
repeatedly to select the desired connected
component.
1Connect the audio cord.
See “Hooking up optional components” on
page 21.
To listen to
Select
PC?
2Start recording.
The connected personal computer
The connected MD deck
The connected tape deck
Refer to the operating instructions provided
with connected component.
MD?
TAPE?
5 Press ENTER/YES on the remote.
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Troubleshooting
The remote does not function.
• Remove the obstacle.
Problems and remedies
• Move the remote closer to the system.
• Point the remote at the system’s sensor.
If you have any problem using this system, use
the following check list.
First, check that the power cord is connected
firmly and that the speakers are connected
correctly and firmly.
• Replace the CR2025 battery.
• Locate the system away from the fluorescent
light.
Should any problem persist, consult your
nearest Sony dealer.
CD Player
The cover inside the disc slot does not open and
“LOCKED” appears.
General
• Consult your nearest Sony dealer.
“– –:– –” appears in the display.
• Set the clock again (see page 8).
The CD does not eject.
• Consult your nearest Sony dealer.
There is no sound.
• Adjust the volume.
Play does not start.
• Load a CD.
• Make sure the headphones are not connected.
• Check the speaker connections (see page 6).
• Wipe the CD clean (see page 26).
• Replace the CD.
Sound comes from one channel, or unbalanced
left and right volume.
• The CD has been inserted with the label side
facing inward. Load the CD correctly.
• Connect the speaker cords properly (see page 6).
• Place the speakers as symmetrically as possible.
• Connect the supplied speakers.
• Remove the CD and wipe away the moisture on
the CD, then leave the system turned on for a
few hours until the moisture evaporates.
There is severe hum or noise.
• Press NX (or CD N on the remote) to start
play.
• Move the system away from the source of noise.
• Connect the system to a different wall outlet.
The sound skips.
• Install a noise filter (commercially available) to
the power line.
• Wipe the CD clean (see page 26).
• Replace the CD.
The timer cannot be set.
• Try moving the system to a place without
vibration (e.g., on top of a stable stand).
• Set the clock again (see page 8).
• Try moving the speakers away from the system,
or placing them on separate stands.
When you listen to a track with bass sounds at
high volume, the speaker vibration may cause the
sound to skip.
The timer does not function.
• Activate the timer (see “To activate the timer” on
page 19).
• Check the set contents and set the correct time
(see page 8 or 19).
Play does not start from the first track.
• After you have set the timer, make sure to press
`/1 to turn off the system.
• With the system stopped, press PLAY MODE on
the remote repeatedly until “PROGRAM” and
“SHUFFLE” disappear to return to normal play.
• The system is on about 15 seconds before the
preset time.
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Problems and remedies (continued)
Optional components
There is no sound.
Tuner
• Refer to General item “There is no sound.” on
page 23 and check the condition of the system.
• Connect the component properly (see page 21)
while checking:
There is severe hum or noise (“TUNED” or
“STEREO” flashes).
• Set the proper band and frequency (see page 13).
• Connect the antenna properly (see page 7).
– if the cords are connected properly.
– if the cord plugs are firmly inserted all the way.
• Turn on the connected component.
• Find a place and an orientation that provide good
reception, then set up the antenna again.
If you cannot obtain good reception, we
recommend you connect a commercially
available external antenna.
• Refer to the operating instructions included with
the connected component and start playing.
• Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “PC” (or
“MD” or “TAPE”) appears.
• The supplied FM wire antenna receives signals
along its entire length, so make sure you extend
it fully.
The sound is distorted.
• Set the volume of the connected component
lower.
• Locate the antennas as far away from the speaker
cords as possible.
• The external input may be excessively large. Set
the external function to “MD” (see page 22).
• Consult your nearest Sony dealer if the supplied
AM antenna wire has come off the plastic stand.
• Try turning off surrounding electrical equipment.
If the system still does not operate
properly after performing the above
measures, reset the system as
follows:
A stereo FM program cannot be received in
stereo.
• Press FM MODE on the remote until “MONO”
disappears.
• See “There is severe hum or noise (“TUNED” or
“STEREO” flashes).”, and check the antenna
condition.
With the system turned on, press Z, TUNER/
BAND and FUNCTION at the same time.
“COLD RESET” appears and the system turns
off. The system is reset to the factory settings.
All the settings you made are cleared. Be sure
to restore all necessary settings.
Note
You cannot reset the system in the Power Saving
Mode.
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Additional Information
Self-diagnosis display
Precautions
The nameplate is located on the bottom exterior.
Messages
CAUTION
One of the following messages may appear or
flash in the display during operations.
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type
recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used
batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
CD
Complete!
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.
CD editing (Disc Memo) finished normally.
File Full
There are already 100 disc titles stored in the
system.
On safety
• The front cover is made of tempered glass.
Under normal conditions, this tempered glass is
more shock resistant and able to bear more weight
than ordinary glass. This glass, however, may
shatter if it receives a sharp blow or if it is
scratched.
Initialize
The system is being initialized. You cannot load a
CD during this time. Wait until “Initialize”
disappears.
No Disc
• The unit is not disconnected from the AC power
source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall
outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.
• Unplug the system from the wall outlet (mains) if it
is not to be used for an extended period of time. To
disconnect the power cord (mains lead), pull it out
by the plug. Never pull the cord itself.
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into the
system, unplug the system and have it checked by
qualified personnel before operating it any further.
• AC power cord must be changed only at the
qualified service shop.
There is no disc in the CD player.
—OVER—
You have reached the end of the CD while
pressing and holding down M during playing
pause.
Push STOP!
You pressed PLAY MODE on the remote during
play.
Step Full!
You tried to program 26 or more tracks (steps).
On placement
• Do not place the system in an inclined position.
• Do not place the system in locations where it is:
— Extremely hot or cold
— Dusty or dirty
— Very humid
— Subject to vibrations
— Subject to direct sunlight.
• Use caution when placing the unit or speakers on
surfaces that have been specially treated (with wax,
oil, polish, etc.) as staining or discoloration of the
surface may result.
continued
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Precautions (continued)
Notes on CDs
• Before playing a CD, clean the CD surface with a
cleaning cloth. Wipe the CD from the center out.
• Do not play a CD with tape, stickers, or adhesives
on any of its surfaces as this may damage the
system.
• Do not use solvents.
• Do not expose the CDs to direct sunlight or heat
sources.
• Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g., heart, square,
star) cannot be played on this system. Attempting to
do so may damage the system. Do not use such
discs.
On heat buildup
• Although the unit heats up during operation, this is
not a malfunction.
• To prevent heat build-up in the system, place the
system in a location with adequate ventilation and
refrain from placing anything on the top of the
cabinet.
If you continuously use this system at a large volume,
the cabinet temperature of the top, side and bottom
rises considerably. To avoid burning yourself, do not
touch the cabinet.
Note on CD-R/CD-RW play
To prevent a malfunction, do not cover the ventilation
hole.
Discs recorded on CD-R/CD-RW drives may not be
played back because of scratches, dirt, recording
condition or the drive’s characteristics. Besides, the
discs, which are not yet finalized at the end of
recording, cannot be played back.
On operation
If the system is brought directly from a cold to a
warm location, or is placed in a very damp room,
moisture may condense on the lens inside the CD
player. Should this occur, the system will not operate
properly. Remove the CD and leave the system turned
on for about an hour until the moisture evaporates.
Cleaning the cabinet
Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth
slightly moistened with mild detergent solution. Do
not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring powder or
solvent such as thinner, benzene or alcohol.
If you have any questions or problems concerning
your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
On the speaker system
This speaker system is not magnetically shielded and
the picture on TV sets may become magnetically
distorted. In such a case, turn off the power of the TV
set, and after 15 to 30 minutes turn it on again.
If there seems to be no improvement, locate
the speaker system further away from the TV set.
Also, be sure not to place objects in which magnets
are attached or used near the speaker system, such as
audio racks, TV stands and toys. These may cause
magnetic distortion to the picture due to their
interaction with the system.
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CD player section
System
Specifications
Compact disc and digital
audio system
Laser
Semiconductor laser
(λ = 795 nm)
Main unit (HCD-EX5)
Emission duration:
continuous
Amplifier section
For the U.S. model
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL
HARMONIC DISTORTION:
Frequency response
2 Hz – 20 kHz
Tuner section
FM stereo, FM/AM superheterodyne tuner
FM tuner section
Tuning range
North American model: 87.5 – 108.0 MHz
(100-kHz step)
With 4 ohms loads, both channels driven, from
120 - 10,000 Hz; rated 12 watts per channel
minimum RMS power, with no more than 10%
total harmonic distortion from 250 milli watts
to rated output.
Other models:
87.5 – 108.0 MHz
(50-kHz step)
FM wire antenna
75 ohms unbalanced
10.7 MHz
Antenna
Antenna terminals
Intermediate frequency
North American model:
Continuous RMS power output (Reference):
15 + 15 W
AM tuner section
Tuning range
Pan-American model:
(4 ohms at 1 kHz, 10%
THD)
530 – 1,710 kHz
(with the interval set at
10 kHz)
531 – 1,710 kHz
(with the interval set at
9 kHz)
European model:
DIN power output (Rated):12 + 12 W
(4 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN)
Continuous RMS power output (Reference):
15 + 15 W
European model:
Other models:
531 – 1,602 kHz
(with the interval set at
9 kHz)
530 – 1,710 kHz
(with the interval set at
10 kHz)
531 – 1,602 kHz
(with the interval set at
9 kHz)
AM loop antenna, external
antenna terminal
450 kHz
(4 ohms at 1 kHz, 10%
THD)
Music power output (Reference):
15 + 15 W
Other models:
The following measured at 220 V AC, 60 Hz
DIN power output (Rated):
12 + 12 W
(4 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN,
110 V – 240 V AC)
Continuous RMS power output (Reference):
15 + 15 W
Antenna
Intermediate frequency
(4 ohms at 1 kHz, 10%
THD, 110 V – 240 V AC)
Speakers (SS-CEX5)
Speaker system
Speaker units
Woofer
Tweeter
Rated impedance
Dimensions (w/h/d)
2-way, bass-reflex type
Inputs
PC/TAPE/MD IN (stereo mini jack):
voltage 450 mV (MD)/
250 mV (PC/TAPE),
impedance 47 kilohms
10 cm dia., cone type
2.5 cm dia., dome type
4 ohms
Approx. 160 × 235 ×
Outputs
150 mm
Mass
Approx. 1.5 kg net per
speaker
PC/TAPE/MD OUT (stereo mini jack):
voltage 250 mV,
impedance 1 kilohm
PHONES (stereo mini jack):
accepts headphones with
continued
an impedance of 8 ohms
or more
OPTICAL CD DIGITAL OUT (Supported sampling
frequency: 44.1 kHz)
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Specifications (continued)
General
Power requirements
North American model: 120 V AC, 60 Hz
European model:
Mexican model:
Australian model:
230 V AC, 50/60 Hz
120 V AC, 60 Hz
220 – 240 V AC,
50/60 Hz
Korean model:
Chinese model:
Other models:
220 V AC, 60 Hz
220 V AC, 50/60 Hz
110 – 240 V AC,
50/60 Hz
Power consumption
European model:
See the nameplate
0.25 W (at the Power
Saving Mode)
Other models:
See the nameplate
Dimensions (w/h/d)
Approx. 186 × 235 ×
157 mm incl. projecting
parts and controls
Mass
Approx. 3.0 kg
Supplied accessories
Remote commander with
battery (1)
AM loop antenna (1)
FM wire antenna (1)
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Sony Corporation
Printed in Indonesia
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