Malfunctions that occur during the copyright protection normal use of the system will be technologies repaired by Sony in accordance with the This product is designed to playback discs conditions defined in the limited that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) warranty for this system.
Table of Contents Before operating this system ..............4 Features of this system ................8 ..........8 Enjoying music from various sources ............8 Enjoying music via networks Getting started Location and Function of Controls............9 ..................9 Unit (Front) ..................10 Remote Connections..................
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Network connections How to connect your network.............. 33 Setting up for a wireless network ............34 Option 1: Method for using an application for smartphones or Tablets ........34 (Android device/iPhone/iPod touch/iPad) Option 2: Manual setting method using an Access Point Scan ................
BLUETOOTH, DAB*, TUNER FM, TUNER perform BLUETOOTH registration, AM* and AUDIO IN. connection or disconnection by one- * AM is available for CMT-SBT300W only, or touch action. For this operation, a setting DAB is for CMT-SBT300WB only. is required beforehand (page 30).
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(headphone) jack REPEAT button Use to connect headphones. Use to select repeat play (page 19, 24). Disc tray PLAY MODE button Use to load a CD-DA or MP3 disc Use to select the play mode (page 19, 20, (page 18).
Antennas Speakers (left/right) connectors FM lead antenna (supplied) Firmly connect the right speaker cord to (CMT-SBT300W only) R, and the left speaker cord to L. AM loop antenna (supplied) (CMT-SBT300W only) AUDIO IN (external input) jack ...
To receive radio broadcasts, connect To prepare the AM loop antenna antennas. Find a location and an orientation that provide good reception, and then fix the antennas to a stable surface (window, wall, etc.). Keep the antennas away from the unit, power cord and other AV components to avoid picking noise.
Preparing a wireless LAN antenna When making a wireless connection, set the wireless antenna on the back of the unit in the upright position. Note on the wireless LAN signal strength indicator ” lights up in the display when the “...
Inserting the batteries Insert two supplied R6 (size AA) batteries, side first, matching the polarities shown below. Notes • With normal use, the batteries should last for about 6 months. • Do not mix an old battery with a new one or mix different types of batteries.
Setting the clock Set the clock using the buttons on the Note remote. The clock settings are reset when you disconnect the power cord or if a power failure occurs. To display the clock when the system is off Press DISPLAY repeatedly to display the clock.
Notes • If you cannot remove a disc and “LOCKED” appears in the display , contact your nearest Sony dealer. • Do not load a disc with non-standard shapes (e.g., heart, square, star). Doing this may cause irreparable damage to the system.
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Other operations Note on the play mode If the power cord is disconnected when the system is on, the play mode returns to Do the following: Normal Play. Press . To resume Pause playback Notes on Repeat Play play, press the button •...
Creating your own program (Program Play) Program the selected tracks or files using Select the desired track or file the buttons on the remote. number. Press / repeatedly until the desired track or file number appears. Selected track Total playing time of or file number the selected track or file...
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Press . Your program of tracks or files starts playback. • The programmed files or tracks remain available until you remove the disc from the disc tray or unplug the power cord. • To play the same program again, press ...
Playing an iPod/iPhone/iPad You can play an iPod/iPhone/iPad by “Made for iPod,” “Made for iPhone,” and connecting it to the system. You can “Made for iPad” mean that an electronic operate your iPod/iPhone/iPad using the accessory has been designed to connect buttons on this system.
VOLUME dial on the unit. • To use an iPod/iPhone/iPad, refer to the user’s guide of your iPod/iPhone/iPad. • Sony cannot accept responsibility in the event that data recorded to iPod/iPhone/iPad is lost or damaged when using an iPod/iPhone/iPad with this system.
on the unit. Check the websites below for the information about compatible USB devices. For customers in Europe: Press to start playback. http://support.sony-europe.com/ For customers in other countries/regions: Other operations http://www.sony-asia.com/support You can perform the following operations...
• To change the play mode With some connected USB devices, it may take a long time to transmit signals from the system or Press PLAY MODE repeatedly while the to finish reading the USB device. player is stopped. You can select Normal •...
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Notes on charging • You cannot charge the USB device when the system is off. Some USB devices may not be charged owing to their characteristics. • If the system enters Standby mode during charging of a USB device, the charging stops in progress.
Preparing for a BLUETOOTH connection You can listen to music from your iPod/ iPhone/iPad or BLUETOOTH device over a System status Indicator Indicator wireless connection. color status Before using the BLUETOOTH function, The system is in Blue Flashes slowly. perform pairing to register your BLUETOOTH BLUETOOTH device.
When searching has finished, a list of the devices found may appear on the BLUETOOTH device display. • This system appears as “SONY:CMT- SBT300W (Bluetooth)” or “SONY:CMT- SBT300WB (Bluetooth).” If it does not appear, perform the procedure from step 1...
BLUETOOTH on the unit to cancel the connection with that BLUETOOTH device so that “BT AUDIO” appears in the display . Press OPTIONS to display the setting Select “SONY:CMT-SBT300W menu. (Bluetooth)” or “SONY:CMT- Press repeatedly to select “DEL SBT300WB (Bluetooth)”...
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installed, you can download “NFC Easy Touch the smartphone to the N-Mark on the unit and maintain contact until the smartphone Connect” from Google Play. vibrates. • In some countries and regions, NFC- compliant application may not be downloaded. • For some smartphones, this function may be available without downloading “NFC Easy Connect”.
Listening to music through a BLUETOOTH connection You can operate a BLUETOOTH device that Establish BLUETOOTH connection is paired with the system and play music through the BLUETOOTH connection. with the BLUETOOTH device. You can adjust the volume of the system Once connection is established, and perform play/stop operations using the “CONNECT”...
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Other operations You can perform the following operations using the buttons on the remote or unit of the system. Do the following: Press *. Pause playback Press . Stop playback +/ . Select a folder Press Press / . Select a file Hold down /...
Network connections How to connect your network Set up the network after checking your network environment. Refer to the following descriptions. Setting up for a wireless network Select the suitable method and start to make the network settings. Do not connect any network (LAN) cable to the system.
Setting up for a wireless network Note Download the “NS Setup” When setting up a wireless network, SSID (Wireless Network Name) and Security Key (WEP or application. WPA key) may be required. Security key (or network key) is an encryption key used to limit the devices with which communication can occur.
Option 2: Manual setting repeatedly to Press method using an Access select “NW RESET,” then press . When “OK” appears in the Point Scan (for PC/Mac) . display, press Note The system is automatically turned off. Be aware that your Wi-Fi network will not be protected until the setting is complete.
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Select [Connect to a network]. Network Settings Select [Sony_Wireless_Audio_Setup] from the network list. Access the [Sony Network Device Setting] screen. For Mac Start Safari and select [Bonjour] under ([Bookmarks]), then select [SONY:CMT-SBT300W(B) XXXXXX].
Press OPTIONS to display the Select the SSID of the wireless LAN router/access point, then setting menu. input the Security Key (if applicable). repeatedly to Press . select “WPS,” then press “OK” appears in the display . To cancel the setting, press /...
Setting up wired networks Option 4: DHCP method Usually, the DHCP setting is set to ON when you connect your computer to the network. Try the following method if you are using a wired network. Set the DHCP setting of your computer to ON in advance.
Deliver The network function is available by playing back * Network Audio Remote is application for iOS and Android. Sony provides the “Network audio content on a DLNA -compliant server or Audio Remote” application for free. controller device, although you cannot select it using the function button(s) on the unit of this system.
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Note The items displayed on the computer may be different from the ones shown in this section, depending on the version of the operating system or the computer environment. For details, refer to the help of your computer. Setting up a computer with Windows 8 Move the mouse pointer to the top-right (or bottom-right) corner...
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With a touch panel, display the charms by swiping from the right end of the start screen, and select [Devices]. Select [Windows Media Player]. Select [SONY:CMT-SBT300W(B) XXXXXX]. The system enters the network function mode and the selected audio content is played back.
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Select [Play To] from the menu. The device list appears. Select [Windows Media Player]. Select [SONY:CMT-SBT300W(B) XXXXXX]. Click or tap [Stream], and select [More streaming options]. The system enters the network function mode and the selected audio content is played back.
Setting up a computer with Windows 7 Go to [Start] - [Control Panel] and select [View network status and tasks] under [Network and Internet]. The [Network and Sharing Center] screen appears. If the desired item does not appear in the If not, select [Allow All], and open the display, try to change the display type of the [Allow All Media Devices] screen.
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[Home network] or [Work network] in the [Network and Sharing Center] screen. Select [Change advanced sharing settings]. The [Allow All Media Devices] screen opens. If all the devices in the local network are [Allowed] to access your network, select [OK] and close the screen.
Update the software version of your computer to Windows XP Service Pack 2 or later, then install Windows Media Player 11. You cannot install Windows Media Player 11 on versions of Select [SONY:CMT-SBT300W(B) Windows XP prior to Service Pack 2. XXXXXX]. Note...
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[Share my media], then select Select [Customize]. [OK]. A list of connectable devices is displayed. The [Set Network Location] screen appears. Select [Settings...] that appears beside [Share my media to:]. Add a check next to [Private] and select [Next]. Add a check next to [Allow new devices and computers automatically] and select [OK].
Using Internet music streaming (Music Services) You can listen to various Internet music For details on registration, refer to the following website (Oceanian model only): streaming offered on the Internet without http://munlimited.com/home using a computer. To listen to Internet music streaming, install "Network Audio Remote"...
If playback does not start, perform the process again from step 1. To confirm/edit the device name Select [SONY:CMT-SBT300W(B)] You can confirm and edit the device name from the list. of this unit, using the Device Details setting screen on the browser.
Mac, PC: iTunes10.2.2 or later Notes • See “Compatible iPhone/iPod touch/iPad models” on this page for details on the Select [SONY:CMT-SBT300W(B) supported versions of iOS or iTunes. XXXXXX] on the AirPlay menu of • Update iOS or iTunes to the latest version before iTunes or your iPhone, iPod using with this system.
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Start playing back audio content on an iPhone, iPod touch, iPad or iTunes. The system enters the AirPlay function mode and the selected audio content is played back. To confirm/edit the device name You can confirm and edit the device name of this system using the setting screen on the browser.
The system enters the network function right on the Xperia/Xperia Tablet. mode and the selected audio content is played back. Tips Select [SONY:CMT-SBT300W(B) • If playback does not start, perform the XXXXXX] on the screen displayed procedure again from step 1.
• repeatedly until “TUNER FM” or “TUNER This tuner does not support data services. AM” appears (CMT-SBT300W), or “DAB” or “TUNER FM” appears (CMT- If reception of an FM stereo broadcast is noisy, SBT300WB) in the display .
• This procedure clears all previously stored You can preset up to 20 FM and 10 AM presets. stations (CMT-SBT300W), or 20 DAB/ • Before unplugging the DAB/FM lead antenna, DAB+ and 20 FM stations (CMT- make sure the system is turned off to preserve your own DAB/DAB+ settings.
Using optional audio components Start playback of the connected component. Adjust the volume on the connected component during playback. Press VOLUME +/ on the remote to adjust the volume. Turn the VOLUME dial on the unit left or right to adjust the volume. Note The system may enter Standby mode automatically if the volume level of the connected component is...
Automatic Standby function is enabled in the following cases: – when a USB device is connected – when a button on the remote or unit is pressed * AM is available for CMT-SBT300W only, or DAB is for CMT-SBT300WB only.
Setting the BLUETOOTH/Network Standby mode You can enable/disable BLUETOOTH/ Network Standby mode. When BLUETOOTH/Network Standby mode is enabled, the system enters Wait mode for BLUETOOTH or network connection even when the system is turned off. The BLUETOOTH/Network Standby mode is disabled by default.
Updating the software You can update the software of this system by downloading the latest version via a network. If the system detects a new update when it is connected to the Internet, “UPDATE” appears in the display . You can update the software using the option menu.
Adjusting the sound You can set the bass boost or adjust the tone to your preferences. Setting the bass boost Press BASS BOOST repeatedly to select “ON” or “OFF.” Adjusting the bass and treble Press BASS +/– to adjust bass or TREBLE +/–...
Changing the display • The following are displayed: – total playing time for a CD-DA disc (except when PGM mode is selected and the player is stopped) – remaining playing time for a track of CD-DA disc – remaining playing time for a CD-DA disc (only when Normal Play mode is selected during playback) Do the following:...
Using the timers The system offers Sleep Timer and Play Setting the Play Timer Timer. The Sleep Timer has priority over the Play You can listen to a CD-DA or MP3 disc or Timer. radio every day at a preset time. You can set the timer using the buttons on Make sure you have set the clock before the remote.
(preset number 1 to 20), and if you change the FUNCTION. frequency of the radio station or band after *1 FM or AM for CMT-SBT300W, or FM or DAB setting the timer, the radio station setting for for CMT-SBT300WB. the timer will not change. The radio station tuning for the timer is fixed at what you set for it.
If a problem occurs while operating the General system, follow the steps described below before consulting your nearest Sony dealer. If an error message appears, be sure to The system does not turn on. make a note of the contents for reference.
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Make sure the iPod/iPhone/iPad is connected securely to the USB port . Consult your nearest Sony dealer or local Turn the VOLUME dial on the unit clockwise authorized Sony service facility.
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• Upper cases (A to Z). USB device • Numbers (0 to 9). • Symbols (< > * +, [ ] @ \ _). Other characters appear as “_.” An unsupported USB device is connected. The USB device is not recognized. ...
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use a wireless LAN connection, do not connect Several radio stations can be heard at the a network (LAN) cable to the system. same time. Check the settings of the wireless LAN router/ access point. If the SSID stealth mode is set to ...
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If the problem persists after doing all of the wireless LAN router/access point. above, consult your nearest Sony dealer. The access from this system is not permitted by the server. Change the settings on the server to allow access from this system.
LOCKED READING The disc tray is locked and you cannot The system is reading the information on remove the disc. Contact your nearest Sony the disc or USB device. Some buttons do not dealer. work during reading. NO CONNECT...
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The Play Timer start and end times are set to the same time. UPDATE ERROR The system cannot update the software. Turn off the system, and then turn it on again. The system will try to update the software. If the same message appears, contact your nearest Sony dealer.
Precautions/Specifications Precautions Discs that this system CAN play On safety • • Audio CD-DA discs Completely disconnect the power cord (mains lead) from the wall outlet (mains) • CD-R/CD-RW (audio data of CD-DA tracks if it is not going to be used for an and MP3 files) extended period of time.
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On the speaker system This speaker system is not magnetically shielded, and the picture on nearby TV sets may become magnetically distorted. In this situation, turn off the TV, wait 15 to 30 minutes, and turn it back on. Cleaning the cabinet Clean this system with a soft cloth slightly moistened with a mild detergent solution.
BLUETOOTH wireless technology BLUETOOTH wireless technology is a The effective communication range may short-range wireless technology linking become shorter under the following digital devices, such as personal computers conditions. – and digital still cameras. Using the When a person, metal object, wall or BLUETOOTH wireless technology, you can other obstruction is between the operate the units involved within a range of...
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BLUETOOTH technology. • Sony cannot be held liable in any way for damages or other loss resulting from information leaks during communication using BLUETOOTH technology.
DAB/DAB+ frequency table (Band-III): Speaker section Frequency Label Speaker system: 174.928 MHz 2-way speaker system, Bass Reflex 176.640 MHz Woofer: 120 mm, cone type Tweeter: 25 mm, soft dome type 178.352 MHz 180.064 MHz Rated impedance: 6 ohms 181.936 MHz Dimensions (W/H/D): 183.648 MHz Approx.
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Supplied accessories: Remote (RM-AMU171) (1), R6 (Size AA) batteries (2), Speaker cords (2), Speaker pads (8), FM lead/AM loop antenna (1) (CMT-SBT300W only), DAB/FM lead antenna (1) (CMT-SBT300WB only), Quick Setup Guide (1), Operating Instructions (this manual) (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Thomson. • The BLUETOOTH® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by BLUETOOTH SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under license. Other trademarks and trade names are those of their respective owners. •...