4-246-169-13(2)
Micro Hi-Fi
Component
System
Operating Instructions
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located at the rear. 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-EP515
CMT-EP414
©2003 Sony Corporation
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Table of Contents
Viewing information about the disc in the
display ............................................ 16
Recording your favorite CD tracks on a
tape..................................................12
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Getting Started
Hooking up the system
Perform the following procedures 1 to 4 to hook up your system using the supplied cords and
accessories.
AM loop antenna
FM lead antenna
Right speaker
Left speaker
3
4
1 Connect the speakers.
2 Connect the FM and AM antennas.
Connect the right and left speaker cords to
the SPEAKER terminals as shown below.
Set up the AM loop antenna, then connect
it.
SPEAKER
TERMIN
A
L
Gray (3)
L
Extend the FM lead
antenna horizontally
#
#
FM ANT
Ω
75
Stripe (#)
Insert this portion
AM loop
antenna
R
3
AM ANT
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Note
Keep the antennas away from the speaker cords.
Setting the clock
3 For models with a voltage selector, set
VOLTAGE SELECTOR to the local
power line voltage.
1
2
3
Press ?/1 to turn on the system.
Press CLOCK/TIMER SET.
Press ./> repeatedly to set the
hour.
4
5
Press CLOCK/TIMER SET.
Press ./> repeatedly to set the
minute.
4 Connect the power cord to a wall
outlet.
6
Press CLOCK/TIMER SET.
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.
The clock starts working.
To adjust the clock
1 Press CLOCK/TIMER SET.
2 Press ./> to select “CLOCK”, then
Inserting two R6 (size AA)
batteries into the remote
press CLOCK/TIMER SET.
3 Do the same procedures as step 3 to 6
above.
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.
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Playing a disc
— Normal Play/Shuffle Play
CD – Play
Loading a disc
This system lets you play the disc in different
play modes.
1
Press Z PUSH OPEN/CLOSE on the
unit.
Playing time
2
Place a disc with the label side up on
the CD compartment.
Track number
1
2
Press CD N to switch the function to
CD.
Press PLAY MODE/DIRECTION in stop
mode repeatedly until the mode you
want appears in the display.
3
Press Z PUSH OPEN/CLOSE on the
unit again to close the lid of the CD
compartment.
Select
To play
Note
No display
(Normal Play)
The tracks on the disc in
original order.
Do not use a disc with tape, seals or paste on it as this
may cause malfunction.
SHUFFLE
(Shuffle Play)
All tracks on the disc in
random order.
PGM
(Program Play)
The tracks on the disc in the
order you want them to be
played (see “Creating your
3
Press CD N.
Note
You cannot change the play mode during playback.
Other operations
To
Do this
Stop play
Pause
Press x.
Press X. Press again to resume
play.
Select a track
Press ./> repeatedly.
Find a point in a Keep pressing m/M during
track (Search)
Remove a disc
playback and release it at the
desired point.
Press Z PUSH OPEN/CLOSE on
the unit.
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Playing repeatedly
— Repeat Play
Creating your own
program
— Program Play
You can play all the tracks or a single track on a
disc.
You can make a program of up to 30 steps.
You can synchro record the programed tracks
Press REPEAT/FM MODE during playback
until “REPEAT” or “REPEAT 1” appears.
REPEAT: For all the tracks on the disc up to five
times.
REPEAT 1: For a single track only.
1
2
3
Press CD N to switch the function to
CD, then press x.
Press PLAY MODE/DIRECTION in stop
mode repeatedly until “PGM” appears.
To cancel Repeat Play
Press REPEAT/FM MODE repeatedly until
both “REPEAT” and “REPEAT 1” disappear.
Press ./> repeatedly until the
desired track number appears.
Total playing time of the program
Selected track number
4
Press PLAY MODE/DIRECTION.
The track is programed.
The total number of program steps appears.
Total playing time of the program
Total nuumber of program steps
5
6
To program additional tracks, repeat
steps 3 and 4.
Press CD N.
Program Play starts.
continued
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Other operations
To
Do this
Tuner
Cancel Program
Play
Press PLAY MODE/
DIRECTION in stop mode
repeatedly until both “PGM” and
“SHUFFLE” disappear.
Presetting radio stations
You can preset up to 32 stations for FM and AM.
You can then tune in any of those stations
simply by selecting the corresponding preset
number.
Add a track to the Perform steps 1 – 4 in stop mode.
end of the program
Erase the program Press CLEAR in stop mode.
Each time you press the button, a
track is cleared from the end of
the program.
Automatic tuning preset
Tip
You can automatically tune in all of the stations
that can be received in your area and then store
the radio frequency of the desired stations.
The program you made remains after Program Play
finishes. To play the same program again, press CD
N. However, the program is cleared when you open
the lid of the CD compartment.
1
2
Press TUNER BAND repeatedly to
select FM or AM.
Press and hold TUNING +/– until the
frequency indication starts to change,
then release it.
Scanning stops automatically when a
station is tuned in. At that time, “TUNED”
and “STEREO” (for 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 4 of
3
Press TUNER MEMORY.
The preset number appears. Station storage
starts with preset number 1. If preset
stations have been erased, then stations are
stored to the lowest preset number
containing no station.
Preset number
4
Repeat steps 1 through 3 to preset
other stations.
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Manual tuning preset
Listening to the radio
You can manually tune in and store the radio
frequency of the desired stations.
You can listen to a radio station either by
selecting a preset station, or by manually tuning
in the station.
1
2
3
Press TUNER BAND repeatedly to
select FM or AM.
Press TUNING +/– repeatedly to tune in
the desired station.
Listening to a preset station
— Preset Tuning
Press TUNER MEMORY.
The preset number appears. Station storage
starts with preset number 1. If preset
stations have been erased, then stations are
stored to the lowest preset number
containing no station.
Preset radio stations in the tuner’s memory first
1
2
Press TUNER BAND.
Press PRESET +/– repeatedly to select
the desired preset station (or RDS
station name*).
4
Repeat steps 1 through 3 to preset
other stations.
* European model only
Other Operations
To
Do this
Listening to non-preset radio
station
Tune in a station
Follow the procedure described
— Manual Tuning
Erase a preset
station
Select the preset number of the
station to be erased, and then
press CLEAR twice.
1
Press TUNER BAND repeatedly to
select FM or AM.
2
Press TUNING +/– repeatedly to tune in
the desired station.
To change the AM tuning interval
(except for European and Middle
Eastern models)
The AM tuning interval is factory-preset to 9
kHz (or 10 kHz for some areas). To change the
AM tuning interval, tune in any AM station first.
While holding TUNER BAND, press ?/1.
When you change the interval, all the AM/FM
preset stations are erased. To reset the interval,
tune in any AM station first. While holding
TUNER BAND, press ?/1.
Tips
• To improve broadcast reception, adjust the supplied
antennas, or connect a commercially available
external antenna.
• When an FM stereo program has static noise, press
REPEAT/FM MODE until “MONO” appears. There
will be no stereo effect, but the reception will
improve.
• In step 2, press and hold TUNING +/– until the
frequency indication starts to change. Scanning stops
when the system tunes in a station (Automatic
Tuning).
Tips
• The preset stations are retained for half a day even if
you disconnect the power cord or if a power failure
occurs.
• To record the radio programs, use manual recording
• You can change the display into the clock display
(for the six seconds) by pressing DISPLAY.
• To improve the reception, adjust the supplied
antennas or connect an external antenna.
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Using the Radio Data
System (RDS)
(European model only)
What is the Radio Data
System?
Radio Data System (RDS) is a broadcasting
service that allows radio stations to send
additional information along with the regular
program signal. RDS is available only on FM
stations.*
Note
RDS may not work properly if the station you are tuned
in is not transmitting the RDS signal properly or if the
signal is weak.
* Not all FM stations provide RDS service, nor do they
provide the same types 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.
Receiving RDS broadcasts
Simply select a station from the FM band.
When you tune in a station that provides RDS
services, the station name appears in the display.
To check the RDS information
Each time you press DISPLAY, the display
changes cyclically as follows:
Station name* t Frequency t Clock display
* If the RDS broadcast is not properly received, the
station name may not appear in the display.
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Playing a tape
Tape – Play
You can use TYPE I (normal) tape.
Loading a tape
1
2
Load a recorded tape.
1
Press Z PUSH OPEN/CLOSE on the
unit.
Press TAPE nN.
Press TAPE nN again to play the
2
Load a recorded/recordable tape into
the cassette holder.
reverse side.
3
Press PLAY MODE/DIRECTION
repeatedly to select “g” to play one
side, “h” to play both sides, or “j”
to play both sides repeatedly.
With the side
you want to
play/record
facing
*
forward.
* The tape automatically stops after playing back
five times.
Other operations
To
Do this
Stop play
Pause
Press x.
Press X. Press again to resume
play.
Fast-forward or Press m/M.
rewind
Remove a tape
Press Z PUSH OPEN/CLOSE on
the unit.
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Recording on a tape
manually
Tape – Recording
Recording your favorite
CD tracks on a tape
— CD Synchro Recording
— Manual Recording
You can record just the portions you like from a
CD on a tape. You can also record a radio
program.
You can record a whole CD on a tape.
You can use TYPE I (normal) tape.
You can use TYPE I (normal) tape.
1
2
Load a recordable tape.
1
2
3
Load a recordable tape.
Select the desired source to record.
Load a CD you want to record.
Press CD SYNC on the unit.
• CD: To record from this system’s CD
player.
The tape deck stands by for recording and
the CD player pauses for playback.
When you want to record on the reverse
side, press TAPE nN.
• TUNER: To record from this system’s
tuner.
• MD: To record from the optional
component connected to the MD IN
jacks.
4
5
Press PLAY MODE/DIRECTION
repeatedly to select “g” to record on
one side or “h” to record on both
sides.
3
Press zREC PAUSE/START on the
unit.
The tape deck stands by for recording.
When you want to record on the reverse
side, press TAPE nN.
Press zREC PAUSE/START on the
unit.
Recording starts.
4
5
Press PLAY MODE/DIRECTION
repeatedly to select “g” to record on
one side or “h” to record on both
sides.
When the recording is completed, the CD
player and the tape deck stop automatically.
To stop recording
Press x.
Press zREC PAUSE/START on the
unit, then start playing the desired
source to record.
To record only your favorite CD
tracks
Recording starts.
You can record only your favorite CD tracks
using Program Play. Between steps 2 and 3,
perform steps 1 to 5 of “Creating your own
Other operations
To
Do this
Stop recording Press x.
Pause
recording
Press zREC PAUSE/START on the
unit.
Note
When you record on both sides, be sure to start from
the front side. If you start from the reverse side,
recording stops at the end of the reverse side.
Tip
For recording from a CD, you can press ./> to
select tracks during recording pause mode (after step 3
and before step 5).
Note
When you record on both sides, be sure to start from
the front side. If you start from the reverse side,
recording stops at the end of the reverse side.
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Sound Adjustment
Timer
Adjusting the sound
Falling asleep to music
— Sleep Timer
You can adjust the bass and treble to enjoy more
powerful sound.
You can set the system to turn off after a certain
time, so that you can fall asleep to music.
Generating a more dynamic
sound (Dynamic Sound
Generator)
Press SLEEP repeatedly.
Each time you press the button, the minute
display (the turn-off time) changes cyclically as
follows:
Press DSG.
AUTO* t 90 t 80 t … t 10 t OFF
To cancel the DSG, press DSG again.
* The system automatically turns off in 100 minutes or
after the current CD or tape finishes playing.
Adjusting the bass and treble
Using buttons on the remote
Other operations
To
Press
Check the
remaining time**
SLEEP once.
Press BASS +/– repeatedly to adjust the
bass, or TREBLE +/– repeatedly to adjust
the treble.
Change the time SLEEP repeatedly to select the
to turn off time you want.
Cancel the Sleep SLEEP repeatedly until “OFF”
Timer function appears.
Using buttons on the unit
1
Press BASS/TREBLE repeatedly to
select “BASS” or “TREBLE”.
**You cannot check the remaining time if you select
“AUTO”.
Each time you press the button, the display
changes cyclically as follows:
Note
BASS t TREBLE t Original display
Do not set to “AUTO” during Synchro Recording on a
tape.
2
Press ./> repeatedly to adjust
the level while “BASS” or “TREBLE”
appears.
Tip
You can use the Sleep Timer, even if you have not set
the clock.
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Other operations
Waking up to music
— Daily Timer
To
Do this
Check or change
the setting
Turn on the system and then
start over from step 1 when the
c DAILY indicator appears.
You can wake up to music at a preset time. Make
sure you have set the clock (see “Setting the
Activate the timer Press CLOCK/TIMER
SELECT repeatedly until
“PLAY” appears, then press
CLOCK/TIMER SET.
1
Prepare the sound source you want to
play.
Cancel the timer
Press CLOCK/TIMER
SELECT repeatedly until
“OFF” appears, then press
CLOCK/TIMER SET.
• CD: Load a disc. To start from a specific
track, make a program (see “Creating
• TAPE: Load a tape.
Notes
• If you use the Daily Timer and the Sleep Timer at the
same time, the Sleep Timer has priority.
• Do not operate the system from the time the system
turns on until the play starts (about 15 seconds before
the preset time).
2
3
Press CLOCK/TIMER SET.
Press ./> repeatedly until
“PLAY” appears, then press CLOCK/
TIMER SET.
• If the system is on about 15 seconds before the preset
time, the Daily Timer will not be activated.
• You cannot use the optional component connected to
MD IN jacks as sound sources for the Daily Timer.
“ON TIME” appears and the hour
indication flashes.
4
Set the time to start playback.
Press ./> repeatedly to set the hour,
then press CLOCK/TIMER SET.
The minute indication flashes.
Press ./> repeatedly to set the
minute, then press CLOCK/TIMER SET.
5
6
Set the time to stop playback following
the same procedure as step 4.
Press ./> repeatedly depending
on the sound source you want to play.
Each time you press the button, the display
changes cyclically as follows:
CD t TAPE t TUNER
7
8
Press VOL +/– repeatedly (or turn
VOLUME on the unit) to adjust the
volume.
Press ?/1 to turn off the system.
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Other operations
Timer recording radio
programs
To
Do this
Check or change
the setting
Turn on the system and then
start over from step 1 when the
c REC indicator appears.
To timer record, you must first preset the radio
Activate the timer Press CLOCK/TIMER
SELECT repeatedly until
“REC” appears, then press
CLOCK/TIMER SET.
Cancel the timer
Press CLOCK/TIMER
SELECT repeatedly until
“OFF” appears, then press
CLOCK/TIMER SET.
1
Tune in the preset radio station (see
2
3
Press CLOCK/TIMER SET.
Notes
Press ./> repeatedly until “REC”
appears, then press CLOCK/TIMER
SET.
• You cannot activate the Daily Timer and recording
timer at the same time.
• If you use the recording timer and the Sleep Timer at
the same time, the Sleep Timer has priority.
• Do not operate the system from the time the system
turns on until the recording starts (about 15 seconds
before the preset time).
“ON TIME” appears and the hour
indication flashes.
4
Set the time to start recording.
Press ./> repeatedly to set the hour,
then press CLOCK/TIMER SET.
The minute indication flashes.
• If the system is on about 15 seconds before the preset
time, the timer recording will not be activated.
• The volume is reduced to minimum during
recording.
Press ./> repeatedly to set the
minute, then press CLOCK/TIMER SET.
• If the system is in the recording or recording pause
mode at the preset time, the timer recording will not
be made.
5
6
Set the time to stop recording following
the same procedure as step 4.
• If the system is playing back a tape at the preset time,
the system will switch to the timer, but the timer
recording will not be made.
The c REC indicator lights up.
Press VOL +/– repeatedly (or turn
VOLUME on the unit) to adjust the
volume* for listening to the radio when
it is activated by the timer.
* This is not affect the recording volume: it only
adjusts the volume for when the radio turns on
at the preset time.
7
8
Load a recordable tape.
Press zREC PAUSE/START on the
unit.
9
Press TAPE nN, if you want to
switch the direction.
10Press PLAY MODE/DIRECTION
repeatedly to select “g” to record on
one side or “h” to record on both
sides.
11Press ?/1 to turn off the system.
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Viewing information
about the disc in the
display
Display
Turning off the display
— Power Saving Mode
You can check the playing time and remaining
time of the current track or that of the disc.
The clock display can be turned off to minimize
the amount of power consumed during standby
(Power Saving Mode).
Checking the remaining time
(CD)
Press DISPLAY.
To cancel Power Saving Mode
Press DISPLAY repeatedly.
Press DISPLAY.
Each time you press the button, the display
changes cyclically as follows:
Tips
• The STANDBY indicator lights up even in the Power
Saving Mode.
During playback
• The timer continues to operate in Power Saving
Mode.
Elapsed playing time on the current track*1
t
Remaining time on the current track*2
t
Remaining time on the current disc t Clock
display (for six seconds)
*1“– –:– –” appears when the total playing time of the
program exceeds 100 minutes, when the program
contains 31 tracks or more, or when a disc with 31
tracks or more is played in Shuffle Play mode.
*2“– –:– –” appears when a track is played whose
number is 31 or over.
In the stop mode
Total number of tracks and total playing time t
Clock display (for six seconds)
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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.
From the audio
output jacks of an
optional analog
component
Optional analog component
A MD IN jacks
Use audio cords (not supplied) to connect an
optional analog component (MD deck, etc.) to
Recording audio from a
connected component
these jacks. You can then listen to the sound
from the component.
1 Connect audio cords.
2 Start recording manually.
Listening to audio from a
connected component
1 Connect audio cords.
2 Press MD.
Start playing the connected component.
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Sound lacks bass.
• Check that the speaker’s + and – terminals are
connected correctly.
Troubleshooting
There is severe hum or noise.
• A TV or VCR is placed too close to the stereo
system. Move the stereo system away from the TV
or VCR.
Problems and remedies
Should you encounter a problem with your
system, do the following:
• Connect the system to a different wall outlet.
• Install a noise filter (commercially available) to
the power line.
1 Make sure the power cord and speaker
cords are correctly and firmly connected.
2 Find your problem in the troubleshooting
checklist below and take the indicated
corrective action.
The timer cannot be set.
The timer does not function.
• Check the timer setting and set the correct time
If the problem persists after doing all of the
above, consult your nearest Sony dealer.
• You cannot activate the timer recording and Daily
Timer at the same time.
General
The display or button remains lighted or
flashes even after the system was turned off.
• Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the clock display
appears.
The remote does not function.
• Remove the obstacle.
• Move the remote closer to the system.
• Point the remote at the system’s sensor.
• Replace the batteries (R6/size AA).
The clock indication does not show the
correct time.
• A power interruption has occurred. Set the clock
again.
The color irregularity on a TV screen persists.
• Turn off the TV set once, then turn it on after 15
to 30 minutes. If the color irregularity still
persists, place the speakers farther away from the
TV set.
The clock setting/radio presetting/timer is
canceled.
• The power cord is disconnected or a power failure
occurs longer than half a day.
Redo the following:
CD player
The CD compartment does not close.
If you have set the timer, also redo “Waking up to
• Place the disc correctly.
The sound drops out.
• The lens is dirty. Clean it with a commercially
available blower.
There is no sound.
• Press VOL + repeatedly (or turn VOLUME on the
unit clockwise).
Play does not start.
• Open the lid of the CD compartment and check
whether a disc is loaded.
• Make sure the headphones are not connected.
• Insert only the stripped portion of the speaker cord
into the SPEAKER terminal. Inserting the vinyl
portion of the speaker cord will obstruct the
speaker connections (page 4).
• Replace the disc.
• Place the disc that this system can play.
• Place the disc correctly.
Sound comes from one channel, or
unbalanced left and right volume.
• Check the speaker connection and speaker
placement.
• Place the disc in the tray with the label side up.
• Remove the disc and wipe away the moisture on
the disc, then leave the system turned on for about
an hour until the moisture evaporates.
• Press CD N to start play.
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The sound skips.
There is excessive wow or flutter, or the sound
drops out.
• The capstans in the tape deck are dirty. Clean
• Replace the disc.
• Try moving the system to a place without
vibration (e.g., on top of a stable stand).
• 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.
Noise increases or the high frequencies are
erased.
• The record/playback heads are magnetised.
The tape does not record.
• No cassette is loaded. Load a cassette.
• The tab has been removed from the cassette.
Cover the broken tab with adhesive tape
Play does not start from the first track.
• Press PLAY MODE/DIRECTION repeatedly
until both “PGM” and “SHUFFLE” disappear to
return to Normal Play.
• The tape has wound to the end.
Tuner
Optional components
Severe hum or noise/stations cannot be
received.
There is no sound.
• 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.
(page 18) and check the condition of the system.
checking:
– if the cords are connected properly.
– if the cord plugs are firmly inserted all the way.
• Turn on the connected component.
• Refer to the operating instructions supplied with
the connected component and start playing.
• The supplied FM lead antenna receives signals
along its entire length, so make sure you extend it
fully.
• Locate the antennas as far away from the speaker
cords as possible.
The sound is distorted.
• Set the volume of the connected component
lower.
• Consult your nearest Sony dealer if the supplied
AM antenna has come off the plastic stand.
• Try turning off surrounding electrical equipment.
A stereo FM program cannot be received in
stereo.
If the system still does not
operate properly after performing
the above measures, reset the
system as follows:
• Press REPEAT/FM MODE until “STEREO”
appears in the display.
Tape deck
1 Turn off the system.
2 While pressing and holding x, turn on the
system.
The tape does not record or play, or there is a
decrease in sound level.
• The record/playback heads are magnetised.
The system is reset to the factory settings. You
should set the settings you made, such as the
preset stations, clock, and timer.
The tape does not erase completely.
• The record/playback heads are magnetised.
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Messages
Additional Information
Precautions
One of the following messages may appear or
flash in the display during operation.
CD
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.
NO DISC
There is no disc in the CD compartment.
On safety
• 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.
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.
On heat buildup
• Although the system heats up during operation, this
is not a malfunction.
• Place the system in a location with adequate
ventilation to prevent heat build-up in the system.
• If you continuously use this system at a high volume,
the cabinet temperature of the top, side and bottom
rises considerably. To avoid burning yourself, do not
touch the cabinet.
• To prevent a malfunction, do not cover the
ventilation hole.
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In case color irregularity is observed
on nearby a TV screen
With the magnetically shielded type of speaker system,
the speakers can be installed near a TV set. However,
color irregularity may still be observed on the TV
screen depending on the type of your TV set.
Note on CD-R/CD-RW playback
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.
Music discs encoded with copyright
protection technologies
If color irregularity is observed…
Turn off the TV set once, then turn it on after 15 to 30
minutes.
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.
If color irregularity is observed
again…
Place the speakers farther away from the TV set.
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 disc 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.
To save a tape permanently
To prevent a tape from being accidentally recorded
over, break off the cassette tab from side A or B as
illustrated.
• When you move the system, take out any disc.
If you have any questions or problems concerning your
system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Break off the
cassette tab
Notes on discs
• Before playing, clean the disc with a cleaning cloth.
Wipe the disc from the center out.
• Do not use solvents such as benzene, thinner,
commercially available cleaners or anti-static spray
intended for vinyl LPs.
If you later want to reuse the tape for recording, cover
the broken tab with adhesive tape.
• Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat
sources such as hot air ducts, nor leave it in a car
parked in direct sunlight.
Before placing a cassette in the tape
deck
Take up any slack in the tape. Otherwise, the tape may
get entangled in the parts of the tape deck and become
damaged.
• Do not use discs encircled with a protection ring.
This may cause a malfunction to the system.
• When using discs that have glue or similar tacky
substance on the label side of the disc or that used a
special ink when the label was printed, there is a
chance that the disc or label may become attached to
parts inside this unit. When this occurs, it may not be
possible to remove the disc, and may also cause this
unit to malfunction. Be sure to check that the label
side of the disc is not sticky before using.
When using a tape longer than 90
minutes
The tape is very elastic. Do not change the tape
operations such as play, stop, and fast-winding
frequently. The tape may get entangled in the tape
deck.
The following types of disc should not be used:
– Rental or used discs with attached seals where the
glue extends beyond the seal. The perimeter of the
seal on the disc is tacky.
Cleaning the tape heads
Clean the tape heads after every 10 hours of use.
Be sure to clean the tape heads before you start an
important recording or after playing an old tape.
Use a separately sold dry-type or wet-type cleaning
cassette. For details, refer to the instructions of the
cleaning cassette.
– Discs that have labels printed using a special ink
that feels tacky when touched.
• Discs with non-standard shapes (e.g., heart, square,
star) cannot be played on this unit. Attempting to do
so may damage the unit. Do not use such discs.
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Demagnetising the tape heads
Demagnetise the tape heads and the metal parts that
have contact with the tape after every 20 to 30 hours of
use with a separately sold demagnetising cassette. For
details, refer to the instructions of the demagnetising
cassette.
Specifications
Main unit
Amplifier section
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS:
(U.S.A. model only)
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC
DISTORTION:
With 6-ohm loads, both channels driven, from 120 -
10,000 Hz; rated 14 watts per channel minimum RMS
power, with no more than 10% total harmonic
distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output.
North American model:
Continuous RMS power output (reference):
15 + 15 W
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10%
THD)
European model:
DIN power output (rated): 11 + 11 W
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN)
Continuous RMS power output (reference):
15 + 15 W
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10%
THD)
Music power output (reference):
25 + 25 W
Other models:
The following measured at AC 230 V or AC 120 V, 50/
60 Hz
DIN power output (rated): 11 + 11 W
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN)
Continuous RMS power output (reference):
15 + 15 W
(6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10%
THD)
Inputs
MD IN (phono jacks):
Sensitivity 800 mV,
impedance 47 kilohms
Outputs
PHONES (stereo minijack):
Accepts headphones with
an impedance of 8 ohms or
more
SPEAKER:
Accepts impedance of 6 to
16 ohms.
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CD player section
Speaker
System
Compact disc and digital
audio system
Semiconductor laser
(λ=780 nm)
Emission duration:
Speaker system
(CMT-EP515):
(CMT-EP414):
Speaker units
Woofer:
2 way, bass-reflex type
Bass-reflex type
Laser
10 cm dia., cone type
continuous
2 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.5 dB)
Tweeter (CMT-EP515 only):
2 cm dia., dome type
Frequency response
Nominal impedance
Dimensions (w/h/d)
6 ohms
Approx. 148 × 230 × 143
mm
Approx. 1.5 kg net per
speaker
Tape deck section
Recording system
Frequency response
4-track 2-channel stereo
50 – 13,000 Hz (±3 dB),
using Sony TYPE I
cassettes
±0.15% W. Peak (IEC)
0.1% W. RMS (NAB)
±0.2% W. Peak (DIN)
Mass
General
Power requirements
North American model: 120 V AC, 60 Hz
Wow and flutter
European model:
Australian model:
Korean model:
Mexican model:
Other models:
230 V AC, 50/60 Hz
230 – 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
220 V AC, 60 Hz
120 V AC, 60 Hz
110 – 120 V or 220 – 240 V
AC, 50/60 Hz
Tuner section
FM stereo, FM/AM superheterodyne tuner
FM tuner section
Tuning range
87.5 – 108.0 MHz (50-kHz
step)
FM lead antenna
75 ohms balanced
10.7 MHz
Adjustable with voltage
selector
Antenna
Antenna terminals
Intermediate frequency
Power consumption
North American model: 50 watts
European model:
AM tuner section
Tuning range
Pan-American model:
50 watts
0.3 watts (in the standby
mode)
50 watts
50 watts
530 – 1,710 kHz
(with the tuning interval
set at 10 kHz)
Korean model:
Other models:
531 – 1,710 kHz
(with the tuning interval
set at 9 kHz)
531 – 1,602 kHz
(with the tuning interval
set at 9 kHz)
530 – 1,710 kHz
(with the tuning interval
set at 10 kHz)
531 – 1,602 kHz
(with the tuning interval
set at 9 kHz)
Dimensions (w/h/d)
Approx. 163 × 233 × 237
mm
Approx. 3.6 kg
Remote (1)
R6 (size AA) batteries (2)
AM loop antenna (1)
FM lead antenna (1)
Mass
Supplied accessories
European model:
Other models:
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Antenna
AM loop antenna, external
antenna terminal
450 kHz
Intermediate frequency
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List of button locations and reference pages
Illustration number
How to use this page
Use this page to find the location of buttons and other
parts of the system that are mentioned in the text.
r
R
R
Name of button/part Reference page
Main unit
BUTTON DESCRIPTIONS
ALPHABETICAL ORDER
m/M (fast forward/rewind)
./> (go back/go forward)
P – Z
A – M
PHONES jack qh
Cassette compartment qs
Display window 2
Remote sensor 1
Z PUSH OPEN/CLOSE (CD
Z PUSH OPEN/CLOSE (tape
1
2
3
4
ws
wa
w;
ql
qk
qj
5
6
7
8
9
q;
qa
qs
qh
qg
qf qd
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Remote control
ALPHABETICAL ORDER
BUTTON DESCRIPTIONS
A – M
m/M (fast forward/rewind)
./> (go back/go forward)
P – Z
CLOCK/TIMER SELECT w;
15)
PLAY MODE/DIRECTION qd
wa
w;
ql
qk
1
2
3
4
qj
qh
qg
5
6
qf
qd
qs
7
8
9
qa
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