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- Page 1 2-023-493-12(1) Micro Hi-Fi Component System Operating Instructions CMT-GP8D ©2004 Sony Corporation...
- Page 2 CLASS 1 LASER product. This marking is located on the rear exterior. ® is a U.S. NERGY partner, Sony Corporation ® NERGY Digital and DTS Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories. “Dolby”, “Pro Logic”, and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents How to use this manual... 5 Playable discs... 5 Getting Started Hooking up the system... 7 Setting the clock... 10 Selecting a language ... 10 DVD/VIDEO CD/CD/MP3/JPEG – Play Loading a disc ... 11 Playing a disc ... 11 —... - Page 4 Optional Components Hooking up optional components ... 37 Listening to audio from a connected component ... 38 Enjoying the 5.1 channel sound with the optional amplifier... 39 Recording audio from a connected component ... 39 Recording on a connected component ... 39 Troubleshooting Problems and remedies ...
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Page 5: How To Use This Manual
How to use this manual • This manual mainly explains operations using the remote, but the same operations can also be performed using the buttons on the unit having the same or similar names. • The English OSD screen (on-screen display) is used for illustration purposes only. - Page 6 Notes about CD-R/CD-RW/ DVD-R/DVD-RW (Video mode)/ DVD+R/DVD+RW • In some cases, CD-Rs, CD-RWs, DVD-Rs, DVD-RWs (Video mode) (DVD-RWs created in video mode have the same format as a DVD VIDEO), DVD+R or DVD+RW cannot be played on this system depending upon the recording quality or physical condition of the disc, or the characteristics of the recording device.
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Page 7: Getting Started
Getting Started Hooking up the system Perform the following procedures 1 to 6 to hook up your system using the supplied cords and accessories. AM loop antenna Front speaker (Right) 1 Connect the speakers. Connect the right and left speaker cords to the SPEAKER jacks as shown below. - Page 8 Plug type B AM loop antenna Extend the FM lead antenna horizontally Plug type C AM loop antenna Extend the FM lead antenna horizontally Note Keep the antennas away from the speaker cords. 3 Connect the video input jack of your TV to the VIDEO OUT jack with the supplied video cable.
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Page 9: Attaching The Speaker Pads
4 For models with a voltage selector, set VOLTAGE SELECTOR to the local power line voltage. Depending on the model, the VOLTAGE SELECTOR may differ. 110–120V 220–240V 5 Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. If the supplied adapter on the plug does not fit your wall outlet, detach it from the plug (only for models equipped with an adapter). -
Page 10: Setting The Clock
Setting the clock Use buttons on the remote for the operation. Press ?/1 to turn on the system. Press CLOCK/TIMER SET. Press . or > repeatedly to set the hour. Press ENTER. Press . or > repeatedly to set the minute. -
Page 11: Dvd/Video Cd/Cd/Mp3/Jpeg - Play
DVD/VIDEO CD/CD/MP3/JPEG – Play Loading a disc Use buttons on the unit for the operation. Press Z. Place a disc with the label side up on the disc tray. When you play an 8 cm disc, place it on the inner circle of the tray. -
Page 12: Other Operations
Other operations Do this Press x. Stop play Press X (or DVD NX on the Pause unit). Press X again to go to the next frame (DVD/VIDEO CD only). Press DVD N (or DVD NX on the unit) to resume play. Press . -
Page 13: Playing Dvds Using The Menu
Notes • You cannot perform Resume Play during Shuffle Play or Program Play. • Depending on where you stopped the disc, the system may resume playback from a different point. • Resume play is canceled when: – you press x in stop mode. –... -
Page 14: Playing Video Cds With Pbc Functions (Ver. 2.0)
Playing VIDEO CDs with PBC functions (Ver. 2.0) — PBC Play You can use PBC* menus on your TV screen to enjoy the disc’s interactive software. The menu format and structure may differ depending on each disc. * PBC: Playback Control Press DVD N (or DVD NX on the unit) to start playing a VIDEO CD with PBC functions (Ver. -
Page 15: Creating Your Own Program
Using the on-screen display Press REPEAT repeatedly during play. Each time you press the button, the setting changes cyclically as follows: x When playing a DVD • Off: does not play repeatedly. • Title: repeats the current title on a disc. •... - Page 16 Other operations Cancel Program Play Clear a programmed step Clear all the programmed steps Note When you switch the play mode to “Program” while “REP” is selected, “REP” is automatically canceled. The program you made remains after Program Play finishes. To play the same program again, press DVD N (or DVD NX on the unit).
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Page 17: To Search
Searching for a particular point using the time code — Time Search Press TIME SEARCH. x When playing a DVD The Search Display appears. Press M or m repeatedly to select “Time”. x When playing a VIDEO CD/CD The Track Search Display appears. Press the number buttons to input the time code, then press ENTER. -
Page 18: Dvd - Various Functions
DVD – Various functions Changing the sound/ subtitle/angle Changing the sound (Except for JPEG) If a DVD is recorded with multilingual tracks or audio formats, you can select the language or audio format you want while playing the DVD. You can also output either the left or right channel sound from both speakers while playing a VIDEO CD or CD. -
Page 19: Changing The Language
Displaying the subtitles (DVD only) With DVDs on which multilingual subtitles are recorded, you can change the subtitle language while playing a DVD, or turn the subtitles on or off whenever you want. For example, you can select the language you want to master and turn the subtitles on for better understanding. -
Page 20: Adjusting The Image And Audio Settings
Adjusting the image and audio settings — AV Press DVD SETUP in stop mode. The Setup Display appears. Note When a JPEG disc is in the system, the Setup Display does not appear. Press < or , repeatedly to select “AV”, then press ENTER. -
Page 21: Restricting Disc Playback
Notes • Except for Russian model, you can change the color system of this unit according to the connected TV (page 9). • If “Dolby Digital” or “DTS” is set to “Bit Stream”, sound is not output from the supplied speakers and optional headphone does not function, and no sound is being recorded when recording to tape. - Page 22 Enter or re-enter your 4-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER. The lock icon is closed and the Parental Control setting is completed. If you make a mistake entering your password, press CLEAR before you press ENTER and input the correct number. Language Password Rating...
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Page 23: System Setup Item List
System setup item list When you press DVD SETUP, the following settings are displayed. The default settings are underlined. Language (page 19) Select the language you want to use from the displayed language list. DVD Menu Select the language you want to use from the displayed language list. -
Page 24: Tuner
Tuner Presetting radio stations You can preset up to 20 FM stations and 10 AM stations. You can then tune in any of those stations simply by selecting the corresponding preset number. Automatic tuning preset 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. -
Page 25: Listening To The Radio
To change the AM tuning interval (except for Russian model) 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, then turn off the system. While holding x on the unit, press TUNER/BAND on the unit. -
Page 26: Manual Tuning
Listening to non-preset radio station — Manual Tuning Press TUNER BAND repeatedly to select “FM” or “AM”. Press TUNING + or – repeatedly to tune in the desired station. To cut the sound Press MUTING. Press MUTING again or VOLUME + to restore sound. -
Page 27: Tape - Play
Tape – Play Loading a tape Press Z PUSH on the unit. Load a recorded/recordable tape into the cassette holder. With the side you want to play/record facing forward. Playing a tape You can use TYPE I (normal) tape. Load a tape. Press DIRECTION on the unit repeatedly to select “g”... -
Page 28: Tape - Recording
Tape – Recording Recording your favorite CD tracks on a tape — CD-TAPE Synchro Recording You can record a whole CD on a tape. You can use TYPE I (normal) tape. Use buttons on the unit for the operation. Load a recordable tape. Press DIRECTION repeatedly to select “g”... -
Page 29: Recording On A Tape Manually
Recording on a tape manually — Manual Recording You can record just the portions you like from a disc (DVD, VIDEO CD, CD and MP3) or radio program on a tape. You can also record from connected components (see “Hooking up optional components”... -
Page 30: Sound Adjustment
Sound Adjustment Selecting the sound effect Press PRESET EQ repeatedly to select the preset you desire. The preset name appears in the display. To cancel the sound effect Press PRESET EQ repeatedly until “FLAT” appears in the display. Sound effect options Effect ROCK Bass and treble are greatly boosted. -
Page 31: Mixing And Recording Sounds
Notes • The instrumental sound may be reduced as well as the singer’s voice when the sound is recorded in monaural. • The singer’s voice may not be reduced when: – only a few instruments are playing. – a duet is being played. –... -
Page 32: Timer
Timer Falling asleep to music — Sleep Timer You can set the system to turn off after a certain time, so that you can fall asleep to music. Press SLEEP. Each time you press the button, the minute display (the turn-off time) changes cyclically as follows: AUTO* t 90 t 80 t 70 t …... -
Page 33: Timer Recording Radio Programs
Other operations Do this Check the setting Press CLOCK/TIMER SELECT. Press repeatedly until “PLAY SELECT” appears, then press ENTER. Change the setting Start over from step 1. Cancel the timer Press CLOCK/TIMER SELECT. Press repeatedly until “TIMER OFF” appears, then press ENTER. -
Page 34: Display
Press ?/1 to turn off the system. Other operations Do this Check the setting Press CLOCK/TIMER SELECT. Press repeatedly until “REC SELECT” appears, then press ENTER. Change the setting Start over from step 1. Cancel the timer Press CLOCK/TIMER SELECT. Press repeatedly until “TIMER OFF”... -
Page 35: Adjusting The Brightness Of
Adjusting the brightness of the indicators Press DIMMER repeatedly. Each time you press the button, the setting changes cyclically as follows: DIMMER OFF t DIMMER 1 t DIMMER 2* * DIMMER 2 is the darkest. Viewing information about the disc in the display You can check the playing time and remaining time of the current track or that of the disc. -
Page 36: Viewing Information About The Disc In The On-Screen Display
x When you press DISPLAY in stop mode Total title/track number of the disc and total playing time of the current disc display (for a few seconds) t Effect status (for a few seconds) These are not displayed during Shuffle Play or Program Play. -
Page 37: Optional Components
Optional Components Hooking up optional components To enhance your system, you can connect optional components. Refer to the operating instructions provided with each component. Amplifier or MD deck To the digital input jack of the digital component To the component video input jack of the TV or projector TV or projector A DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack... -
Page 38: Listening To Audio From A Connected Component
B MD IN L/R jacks Use audio cords (not supplied) to connect an optional analog component (MD deck or VCR, etc.) to these jacks. You can then record or listen to from the component through this system. C S VIDEO OUT jack Use an S video cord (not supplied) to connect an optional TV to this jack. -
Page 39: Enjoying The 5.1 Channel Sound With The Optional Amplifier
Enjoying the 5.1 channel sound with the optional amplifier Connect a digital optical cord. See “Hooking up optional components” on page 37. Connect 6 speakers to an AV amplifier equipped with a decoder. For the speaker placement, refer to the operating instructions supplied with the connected amplifier. -
Page 40: Troubleshooting
Find your problem in the troubleshooting checklist below and take the indicated corrective action. If the problem persists after doing all of the above, consult your nearest Sony dealer. When the ?/1 indicator flashes Immediately unplug the power cord and check the following items. - Page 41 DVD/VIDEO CD/CD/MP3/JPEG player The disc tray does not open and “LOCKED” appears. • Contact your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. The disc tray does not close. • Place the disc correctly. • Always close the tray by pressing Z on the unit.
- Page 42 The JPEG image file cannot be played. • The DATA CD is not recorded in JPEG format that conforms to ISO9660 Level 1/Level 2 or Joliet. • The JPEG image file does not have the extension “.JPG” or “.JPEG”. • The data is not formatted in JPEG even though it has the extension “.JPG”...
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Page 43: Tape Deck
• Locate the antennas as far away from the speaker cords as possible. • 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. -
Page 44: Messages
If the system still does not operate properly after performing the above measures, reset the system as follows: Use buttons on the unit for the operation. Disconnect the power cord. Reconnect the power cord. Press x, DIRECTION and DVD NX at the same time. -
Page 45: Additional Information
Remove the disc and leave the system turned on for about an hour until the moisture evaporates. • 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. continued... - Page 46 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 benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners or anti-static spray intended for vinyl LPs. • 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.
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Page 47: Specifications
Russian model: PAL Other models: NTSC, PAL Tape deck section Recording system 4-track 2-channel stereo Frequency response 40 – 13,000 Hz, using Sony TYPE I cassette Wow and flutter ±0.15% W.Peak (IEC) 0.1% W.RMS (NAB) ±0.2% W.Peak (DIN) Tuner section... -
Page 48: Glossary
Speaker (SS-CGP8D) Speaker system Speaker units Woofer: Sub woofer: Tweeter: Nominal impedance Dimensions (w/h/d) Mass General Power requirements Russian model: Australian model: Hong Kong model: Other models: Power consumption Russian model: Other models: Dimensions (w/h/d) Mass Supplied accessories: Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. - Page 49 A disc that contains up to 8 hours of moving pictures even though its diameter is the same as a CD. The data capacity of a single-layer and single- sided DVD, at 4.7 GB (Giga Byte), is 7 times that of a CD. Furthermore, the data capacity of a dual-layer and single-sided DVD is 8.5 GB, a single-layer and double-sided DVD 9.4 GB, and a dual-layer and double-sided DVD 17 GB.
- Page 50 Playback Control (PBC) Signals encoded on VIDEO CDs (Version 2.0) to control playback. By using menu screens recorded on VIDEO CDs with PBC functions, you can enjoy playing simple interactive programs, programs with search functions, and so on. This system conforms to Ver. 1.1 and Ver. 2.0 of VIDEO CD standards.
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Page 51: List Of Button Locations And Reference Pages
List of button locations and reference pages 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. Main unit ALPHABETICAL ORDER A – L Cassette compartment qg (27, 28, 31, 33) CD SYNC qd (28) -
Page 52: Remote Control
DVD TOP MENU 0 (13) ECHO 6 (30) ENTER 0 qf (10, 13, 14, 16, 19, 20, 21, 24, 32, 33, 39, 44) FM MODE qk (26) Sony Corporation Printed in China K – Z KARAOKE PON qj (30) MD qg MIC LEVEL +/–...