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Note on shuffle play mode
2ꢀ Select the timer set mode.
Press TIMER MENU .
The remote does not function.
“Reading” is displayed for an extended time, or
it takes a long time before playback starts.
ꢀe reading process can take a long time in the
following cases.
ꢀere are many folders or files on the USB device.
ꢀꢀe file structure is extremely complex.
ꢀe memory capacity is excessive.
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function. With this function, the system enters standby
mode automatically in about 30 minutes when there is no
operation or audio signal output.
By default, the automatic standby function is turned on.
Use buttons on the unit to turn off the automatic standby
function.
Hold down while the system is on, until
“AUTO STBY OFF”appears.
To turn on the function, repeat the procedure until
“AUTO STBY ON” appears.
On safety
iPod/iPhoneꢀsection
When you turn off the system, the selected shuffle play mode (“SHUF”
Remove any obstacles between the remote and the
remote sensor on the unit, and position the unit
away from fluorescent lights.
Point the remote at the system’s sensor.
Move the remote closer to the system.
Completely disconnect the power cord (mains lead)
from the wall outlet (mains) if it is not going to be used
for an extended period of time. When unplugging the
unit, always grip the plug. Never pull the cord itself.
Should any solid object or liquid get into the system,
unplug the system, and have it checked by qualified
personnel before operating it again.
Compatible iPod/iPhone models:
iPod touch 2nd generation
iPod touch 1st generation
iPod classic 120 GB, 160 GB (2009)
iPod classic 160 GB (2007)
or
“
SHUF”) is cleared and the play mode returns to normal play
”).
Using optional audio components
mode (“
3ꢀ Set the play timer.
1
ꢀ
Prepare the sound source.
To select a memory on the USB device
If the USB device has more than one memory (for
example, internal memory and a memory card), you can
select which memory to use and then start playback.
You cannot select a memory during playback. Make sure
to select a memory before starting playback.
Use buttons on the unit to select a memory on the USB
device.
Connect additional audio component to the AUDIO
IN jack on the unit using an audio analog cord
(not supplied).
Press /repeatedly to select “PLAY SET?,” then
press
.
iPod classic 80 GB
iPod nano 5th generation (video camera)
iPod nano 4th generation (video)
iPod nano 3rd generation (video)
iPod nano 2nd generation (aluminum)
iPod nano 1st generation
iPod 5th generation (video)
iPod 4th generation (color display)
iPod 4th generation
ꢀiPod mini
ꢀiPhone
ꢀiPhone 3G
ꢀiPhone 3GS
4ꢀ Set the time to start playback.
The STANDBY indicator remains lit after
unplugging the power cord.
ꢀe STANDBY indicator may not turn off
immediately aꢁer unplugging the power cord. ꢀe
indicator will turn off aꢁer about 40 seconds. ꢀis is not
a malfunction.
2ꢀ Turn down the volume.
Press VOLUME .
Press /repeatedly to set the hour, then press
ꢀe internal memory is fragmented.
ꢀe AC power cord can be changed only by a qualified
service facility.
.
Use the procedure above to set the minutes.
Erroneous display
Send the music data to the USB device again, as the
data stored in the USB device may have been corrupted.
ꢀe character codes that can be displayed by this
system are numbers and alphabets only. Other
characters are not displayed correctly.
3ꢀ Select the AUDIO IN function.
Press FUNCTION +/repeatedly.
5ꢀ Use the same procedure as in step 4 to set the time
to stop playback.
On placement
6ꢀ Select the sound source.
Do not place the system in an inclined position or in
locations that are extremely hot, cold, dusty, dirty, or
humid or lacking adequate ventilation, or subject to
vibration, direct sunlight or a bright light.
Be careful when placing the unit or speakers on
surfaces that have been specially treated (for example,
with wax, oil, polish) as staining or discoloration of the
surface may result.
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, and
cause the system to malfunction. In this situation,
remove the disc, and leave the system turned on for
about an hour until the moisture evaporates.
1
ꢀ
Press FUNCTION repeatedly to select the USB
function.
4
ꢀ
Start playback.
Start playback of the connected component and adjust
the volume.
Notes
Press /repeatedly until the desired sound
source appears, then press
ꢀ“AUTO STBY” appears in the display for
system enters standby mode.
2
minutes before the
2
3
4
ꢀ
ꢀ
ꢀ
Connect the USB device to the
(USB) port .
.
CD/MP3 player
The sound skips, or the disc will not play.
7ꢀ Turn off the system.
The USB device is not recognized.
Turn off the system and reconnect the USB device, then
turn on the system.
Check the information on the websites about
compatible USB devices with URLs listed under
“Playing a file of the USB device.”
ꢀe USB device does not work properly. Refer to the
USB device operation manual for how to deal with this
problem.
ꢀꢀe automatic standby function is invalid for the tuner function
(FM/DAB), even when you have enabled it.
ꢀꢀe system may not enter standby mode automatically in the
following cases;
while an audio signal is being detected.
during playback of audio tracks or files.
while the preset Play Timer or Sleep Timer is in process.
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320 kbps
Press TOOL MENU , and then press ENTER .
Note
system may enter standby mode automatically if the volume
MP3 (MPEG
WMA: 48 kbps
AAC: 48 kbps
Sampling frequencies:
1
Press /repeatedly to select a memory
ꢀe
Press . ꢀe system automatically turns on
Wipe the disc clean, and replace it.
Move the system to a location away from vibration (for
example, on top of a stable stand).
Move the speakers away from the system, or place them
on separate stands. At high volume, speaker vibration
may cause the sound to skip.
number.
If the system is on at the preset time, the Play Timer
will not play. Do not operate the system from the time
the system turns on until the playback starts.
Proceed to step 5 if only one memory can be selected.
To cancel this operation, press .
MWPM3A(M: 4P4E.1GkH1 zAudio Layer-3): 32/44.1/48 kHz
AAC: 44.1 kHz
(USB) port: Type A, maximum current 500 mA
5
ꢀ
Press ENTER .
Adjusting the sound
Speaker
Speaker suynsittesm:
To check the setting
1ꢀ Press TIMER MENU .
Notes
Play does not start from the first track.
Return to Normal Play by pressing PLAY MODE
repeatedly until both “PGM” and “SHUF” disappear.
: 2 way speaker system, Bass reflex
When USB cable connection is necessary, connect the USB cable
supplied with the USB device to be connected. See the operation
manual supplied with the USB device to be connected for details on
the operation method.
It may take about 10 seconds before “Reading” appears depending
on the type of USB device connected.
Do not connect the system and the USB device through
To
Press
Messages
Woofer 100 mm, cone type
Tweeter 40 mm, cone type
Rated impedance: 6 ohms
Dimensions (W/H/D):
North American model: Approx. 140 mm ×
Other models: Approx. 150 mm × 240 mm ×
Mass: Approx. 2.0 kg net per speaker
Adjust the volume VOLUME +/.
2ꢀ Press /repeatedly to select “TIMER SEL?,”and
Play does not start.
Turn off the system and reconnect the USB device, then
turn on the system.
On heat buildup
Generate a more
dynamic sound
(Dynamic Sound
Generator X-tra)
Set the sound
effect
DSGX on the unit.
then press
.
CD Over : You have reached the end of the disc while
3ꢀ Press /repeatedly to select “PLAY SEL?,”and
then press .
Starting playback takes more time than usual.
ꢀe following discs can increase the time it takes to
start playback;
a disc recorded with a complicated tree structure.
a disc recorded in multisession mode.
a disc that has not been finalized (a disc to which data
can be added).
pressing during playback or pause.
and is not cause for alarm.
240 mm × 200 mm
220 mm
Check the information on the websites about
compatible USB devices with URLs listed under
“Playing a file of the USB device.”
Data Error : You tried to play an unplayable file on the
USB device.
Error : ꢀe USB device could not be recognized or an
unknown device is connected.
LOCKED : ꢀe disc tray does not open. Contact your
nearest Sony dealer.
No Device : No USB device is connected or the
connected USB device has been stopped.
No Disc : ꢀere is no disc in the player, or you have
loaded a disc that cannot be played.
No Memory : ꢀe memory media which you have
selected as playback source is not inserted in the USB
device.
No Preset (DAB/DAB+ only) : ꢀere is no stored preset
station.
No Service (DAB/DAB+ only) : ꢀere is no supported
DAB/DAB+ broadcast in your country or region.
No Step : All of the programmed tracks have been
erased.
No Text (DAB/DAB+ only) : ꢀere is no text information
in the received service.
No Track : Playable file on the USB device is not loaded
in the system.
Not in Use : You tried to perform a specific operation
under conditions where that operation is prohibited.
Do not touch the cabinet if it has been used
continuously at a high volume because the cabinet may
have become hot.
a
USB hub.
When the USB device is inserted, the system reads all the files on the
USB device. If there are many folders or files on the USB device, it
To cancel the timer
General
EQ repeatedly to select “BASS”
or “TREBLE,” and then press /
Power requirements:
may take
a
long time to finish reading the USB device.
Repeat the same procedure as above until “TIMER OFF?”
Press to start playback.
Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.
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With some connected USB devices, aꢁer an operation is performed,
to adjust the level.
appears in step 3, and then press
.
Power consumption: 33 watts
there may be delay before it is performed by this system.
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Play does not start from the first track.
Set the play mode to Normal Play mode.
On the speaker system
Dimensions (W/H/D) (excl. speakers):
Approx. 309 mm 122 mm 247 mm
Mass (excl. speakers): Approx. 2.9 kg
Compatibility with all encoding/writing soꢁware cannot be
guaranteed. If audio files on the USB device were originally encoded
with incompatible soꢁware, those files may produce noise or
interrupted audio, or may not play at all.
ꢀis system cannot play audio files on the USB device in the
following cases;
To change the setting
Start over from step 1.
×
×
a disc that has many folders.
ꢀis 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.
Files cannot be played back.
ꢀe audio file does not have the extension “.mp3,”
“.wma” or “.m4a”.
ꢀe data is not stored in MP3/WMA/AAC format.
USB storage devices formatted with file systems other
than FAT16 or FAT32 are unsupported.*
If you use a partitioned USB storage device, only files
on the first partition can be played.
Files that are encrypted or protected by passwords, etc.
Supplied accessories: Remote Commander (1), R6 (Size AA) batteries (2), FM
lead antenna (1) (CMT-MX500i), DAB/FM lead antenna (2) (CMT-MX550i),
Speaker cords (2) (except for North American model), Speaker pads (8), Dock
Adapters for iPhone models (1 set)
Changing the display
Notes for the iPod/iPhone user
iPod/iPhone
There is no sound.
Make sure the iPod/iPhone is connected securely.
Make sure the iPod/iPhone is playing music.
Adjust the volume.
ꢀMake sure the iPod/iPhone is not playing when using the Play
To
Press
Timer.
If there is no improvement, move the speakers far away
from the TV.
when the number of audio files in
when the total number of audio files on
when the number of folders on USB device exceeds 999
including the “ROOT” folder and empty folders).
a
folder exceeds 999.
ꢀꢀe Play Timer may not be activated depending on the status of the
connected iPod/iPhone.
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
a
USB device exceeds 999.
Change
DISPLAY repeatedly when the
system is on.
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the display
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Cleaning the cabinet
Standby power consumption: 0.5 W
Halogenated flame retardants are not used in the certain printed
wiring boards.
ꢀ
Do not save other types of files or unnecessary folders on
device that has audio files.
ese numbers may vary depending on the file and folder structure.
DISPLAY repeatedly when the
Clean this system with a soꢁ cloth slightly moistened
with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of
abrasive pads, scouring powder, or solvents, such as
thinner, benzine, or alcohol.
a
USB
Change Display
The sound is distorted.
Make sure the iPod/iPhone is connected securely.
Turn down the volume.
Set the “EQ” setting of the iPod/iPhone to “Off” or
“Flat.”
ꢀe system can play back to
ꢀis system does not necessarily support all the functions provided
in connected USB device.
a
depth of
8
folders only.
1) For example, you can view CD/MP3 disc information or the USB
device information (except for North American model), such as;
track or file number during normal play.
cannot be played back.
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Troubleshooting
*
ꢀis system supports FAT16 and FAT32, but some USB storage
Resume play is cancelled when you turn off the system.
Folders that have no audio files are skipped.
ꢀe audio formats that you can listen to with this system are as
follows:
track or file name (“ ”) during normal play.
artist name (“ ”) during normal play.
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album or folder name (“
”) during normal play.
1ꢀ Make sure the power cord and speaker cords are
The iPod/iPhone does not function.
Make sure the iPod/iPhone is connected securely.
Make sure the iPod/iPhone is updated with the latest
soꢁware. If not, update the iPod/iPhone before using
with the system.
Specifications
Mainꢀunit
Note that even when file name has the correct file extension, if the
actual file differs, the system may produce noise or may malfunction.
MP3: file extension “.mp3”
WMA: file extension “.wma”
AAC: file extension “.m4a”
total playing time and total number of tracks on the CD-DA
correctly and firmly connected.
Tuner
Severe hum or noise, or stations cannot be
received. (“TUNED” or “STEREO” flashes on the
display.)
Connect the antenna properly.
Find a location and an orientation that provide good
reception, and then set up the antenna again.
dstiospcp(oedn)ly. when normal play mode is selected and the player is
2ꢀ Find your problem in the checklist below, and take
total number of folders (albums) on the MP3 disc or the USB
device (only when normal play mode is selected and the player is
stopped).
the indicated corrective action.
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
If the issue persists, contact your nearest Sony dealer.
Not Supported : An unsupported USB device is
Because the operation of the system and the iPod/
iPhone are different, you may not operate the iPod/
iPhone using buttons on the remote or unit. In this
case, use the control buttons on the iPod/iPhone.
connected.
With 6 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 120 10,000 Hz; rated 30 watts
per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 10% total harmonic
distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output.
volume label if it exists on the MP3 disc or the USB device (only
when normal play mode is selected and the player or USB device
is stopped).
To use the system as a battery charger
You can use the system as a battery charger for USB
devices that have a rechargeable function when the
system is on.
If the STANDBY indicator flashes
Immediately unplug the power cord, and check the
following items.
Push STOP! : You pressed PLAY MODE during
playback.
Amplifierꢀsection
European model:
DIN power output (rated): 25 watts + 25 watts (6 ohms at
Continuous RMS power output (reference): 30 watts + 30 watts (6 ohms at
1 kHz, 10% THD)
Music power output (reference): 30 watts
THD)
Other models:
DIN power output (rated): 25 watts + 25 watts (6 ohms at
Continuous RMS power output (reference): 30 watts + 30 watts (6 ohms at
1 kHz, 10% THD)
You can also view DAB/DAB+ station information (CMT-MX550i
only) such as the service name, channel label, preset number,
Step Full! : You tried to program more than 25 tracks or
files (steps).
TIME NG! : ꢀe Play Timer start and end times are set to
the same time.
Keep the antennas away from the speaker cords and the
power cord to avoid picking up noise.
Turn off nearby electrical equipment.
1 kHz, DIN)
2) frequency,
DLS (Dynamic Label Segment), or ensemble label.
Are the + and speaker cords short-circuited?
The iPod/iPhone cannot be charged.
Make sure the iPod/iPhone is connected securely.
You can use the system as a battery charger for iPod/
iPhone only when the system is on.
ꢀ
e charging begins when the USB device is connected
ꢀe STANDBY indicator on the unit lights up when the system is off.
(USB) port . ꢀe charge status appears in
Is anything blocking the ventilation holes of the
+
30 watts (6 ohms at 1 kHz, 10%
to the
the USB device display. For details, see the user’s guide of
your USB device.
ꢀe system offers the following display modes.
system?
Display mode
Demonstration
MPoowdeer2)Saving
When the system is off1)
,
Is the iPod/iPhone connector short-circuited?
DAB/DAB+ radio station is not received
properly (CMT-MX550i only).
1 kHz, DIN)
ꢀe demonstration is turned on.
The ring volume of the iPhone does not
change.
Adjust the ring volume on the iPhone.
Check all antenna connections, then perform the DAB
Automatic Scan procedure (see “Reception of DAB/
DAB+ radio station”).
Precautions
ꢀe display is turned off to conserve
power. ꢀe timer and clock continue
to operate.
Input
AUDIO IN (stereo mini jack): Sensitivity 700 mV, impedance 47 kilohms
Creating your own program
ꢀe current DAB/DAB+ service may not be available.
Discs that this system CAN play
Audio CD
CD-R/CD-RW (audio data/MP3 files)
Outputs
SPEAKERS: Accepts impedance of 6 ohms
(
Program Play)
Clock3)
ꢀe clock is displayed.
General
USB device (except for North American
model)
The connected iPod/iPhone or USB device is
not being charged, when both are connected at
the same time.
Press +/to select a different service.
CDꢀplayerꢀsection
Note that the USB features are not available for North
American model.
1) ꢀe STANDBY indicator on the unit lights up when the system is off.
If you have moved to another area, some services/
frequencies may have changed and you may not be able
to tune into your usual broadcast. Perform the DAB
Automatic Scan procedure to re-register the contents
of broadcasts. (Performing this procedure clears all
previously stored presets.)
System: Compact disc and digital audio system
Laser Diode Properties
2) You cannot set the clock in Power Saving Mode.
The demonstration appears in the display after
plugging in the power cord even though the
system is not turned on.
Press DISPLAY once while the system is off. ꢀe
demonstration disappears.
3
)
ꢀe clock display automatically turns to Power Saving Mode aꢁer
seconds.
8
Emission Duration: Continuous
Laser Output*: Less than 44.6µW
1
ꢀ
Select the CD or USB function.
Press FUNCTION +/repeatedly.
Discs that this system CANNOT play
CD-ROM
CD-R/CD-RW other than those recorded in music CD
format or MP3 format conforming to ISO9660 Level
1/Level 2, Joliet
CD-R/CD-RW recorded in multisession that have not
ended by “closing the session”
CD-R/CD-RW of poor recording quality,
CD-R/CD-RW that have scratches or are dirty,
or CD-R/CD-RW recorded with an incompatible
recording device
CD-R/CD-RW which is finalized incorrectly
Discs containing files other than MPEG 1 Audio Layer-
3 (MP3) files
Discs of non-standard shape (for example, heart,
square, star)
Discs that have adhesive tape, paper, or sticker attached
to them
*
objective lens surface on the Optical Pick-up Block with 7mm aperture.
Frequency response: 20 Hz 20 kHz
ꢀis output is the value measurement at a distance of 200mm from the
Notes on the display information
Characters that cannot be displayed appear as “_”.
ꢀe following are not displayed;
2
ꢀ
Select the play mode.
Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until “PGM”
appears while the player is stopped.
You cannot charge an iPod/iPhone and the USB device
at the same time.
Signal-to-noise ratio: More than 90 dB
Dynamic range: More than 90 dB
total playing time for an MP3 disc and
a
USB device (except for
The system does not turn on.
Is the power cord plugged in?
Tunerꢀsection
FM tuner section:
North American model).
Are you using a supported USB device?
To improve tuner reception
3
ꢀ
Select the desired track or file number.
Press /repeatedly until the desired track
or file number appears.
remaining playing time for an MP3 file.
ꢀe following are not displayed correctly;
elapsed playing time of an MP3 file encoded using VBR (variable
If you connect an unsupported USB device, the
following problems may occur. Check the information
on the websites about compatible USB devices with
URLs listed under “Playing a file of the USB device.”
ꢀe USB device is not recognized.
File or folder names are not displayed on this system.
Turn off CD player power by using the system’s power
management function. By default, CD player power is
turned on.
FM stereo, FM superheterodyne tuner
Tuning range:
North American model: 87.5 MHz 108.0 MHz (100 kHz step)
108.0 MHz (50 kHz step)
The system has entered standby mode
unexpectedly.
bit rate).
ꢀis is not a malfunction. ꢀe system enters standby
mode automatically in about 30 minutes when there is
no operation or audio signal output. See “To turn off
the automatic standby function.”
Use buttons on the unit to turn off the CD player power.
Other models: 87.5 MHz
Antenna: FM lead antenna
When programming audio files, press
repeatedly to select the desired folder, and then select
the desired file.
+/
folder and file names that do not follow either the ISO9660
Antenna terminals: 75 ohms unbalanced
Intermediate frequency: 10.7 MHz
Level 1, Level
2
or Joliet in the expansion format.
1ꢀ Press FUNCTION repeatedly to select the CD
ꢀe following are displayed;
function.
DAB/DAB+ tuner section (CMT-MX550i only):
remaining playing time for
a track.
ID3 tag information for MP3 files when ID3 version 1 and
version 2 tags are used (ID3 version 2 tag information display has
and version tags are used for
FM stereo, DAB/FM superheterodyne tuner
Frequency range*
Band-III: 174.928 (5A) MHz 239.200 (13F) MHz
* For details, see “DAB/DAB+ frequency table” below.
Antenna: DAB/FM lead antenna
Antenna terminal: 75 ohms, female
Playback is not possible.
2ꢀ Press to turn off the system.
The clock setting or the Play Timer operation
has been cancelled unexpectedly.
ꢀe sound skips.
ꢀere is noise.
A distorted sound is output.
3ꢀ After “STANDBY”stops flashing, press DISPLAY
priority when both ID3 version
single MP3 file).
1
2
a
to display the clock, and then press
while
If about a minute elapses with no operation, the clock
setting or Play Timer setting is cancelled automatically.
Perform the operation again from the beginning.
holding down
appears.
+ , until “CD POWER OFF”
F
Note on the DAB/DAB+ display information (CMT-MX550i
only)
ꢀe following is also displayed;
Selected track or file number
Total playing time of the selected
track or file
“Over Current!” appears.
DAB/DAB+ frequency table (Band-III)
With CD player power turned off, access time is
increased. To turn on CD player power, repeat the
procedure until “CD POWER ON” appears.
A problem has been detected with the level of electrical
(USB) port . Turn off the system
and remove the USB device from the (USB) port
Rental or used discs with attached seals where the glue
extends beyond the seal
Discs that have labels printed using ink that feels tacky
when touched
Frequency
Label
5A
5B
Frequency
Label
10A
10B
10C
10D
11A
11B
11C
11D
12A
12B
12C
12D
13A
13B
13C
13D
13E
13F
up to
8
characters of service name, up to 128 characters of DLS
There is no sound.
174.928 MHz
176.640 MHz
178.352 MHz
180.064 MHz
181.936 MHz
183.648 MHz
185.360 MHz
187.072 MHz
188.928 MHz
190.640 MHz
192.352 MHz
194.064 MHz
195.936 MHz
197.648 MHz
199.360 MHz
201.072 MHz
202.928 MHz
204.640 MHz
209.936 MHz
211.648 MHz
213.360 MHz
215.072 MHz
216.928 MHz
218.640 MHz
220.352 MHz
222.064 MHz
223.936 MHz
225.648 MHz
227.360 MHz
229.072 MHz
230.784 MHz
232.496 MHz
234.208 MHz
235.776 MHz
237.488 MHz
239.200 MHz
4
ꢀ
Program the selected track or file.
Press to enter the selected track or file.
(Dynamic Label Segment) and up to 16 characters of ensemble
label.
current from the
Are the + and speaker cords short-circuited?
Are you using only the supplied speakers?
. Make sure there is no problem with the USB device.
If this display pattern persists, contact your nearest
Sony dealer.
5C
5D
6A
6B
5
6
ꢀ
ꢀ
Repeat steps 3 through 4 to program additional
tracks or files, up to a total of 25 tracks or files.
Is anything blocking the ventilation holes of the system?
ꢀe specified station may have temporarily stopped
broadcast.
To reset the system to factory settings
If the system still does not operate properly, reset the
system to factory settings.
Use buttons on the unit to reset the unit to its factory
default settings.
Notes on discs
Before playing, wipe the disc with a cleaning cloth from
the center out to the edge.
Do not clean discs with solvents, such as benzine,
thinner, or commercially available cleaners or anti-
static spray intended for vinyl LPs.
Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources
such as hot air ducts, nor leave it in a car parked in
direct sunlight.
To play your program of tracks or files, press .
Using the timers
ꢀe system offers two timer functions. If you use both
timers, the Sleep Timer has priority.
There is no sound.
ꢀe USB device is not connected correctly. Turn off the
system, then reconnect the USB device.
ꢀ
e program remains available until you open the disc
6C
6D
7A
7B
Sound comes from one channel, or the left and
right volumes are unbalanced.
Place the speakers as symmetrically as possible.
Connect only the supplied speakers.
tray or remove the USB device.
To play the same program again, press .
1ꢀ Disconnect and reconnect the power cord, and then
Sleep Timer:
There is noise, skipping, or distorted sound.
turn on the system.
To cancel Program Play
Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until “PGM”
disappears while the player is stopped.
You can fall asleep to music. ꢀis function works even if
the clock is not set.
2ꢀ While holding down ENTER , hold down
7C
7D
8A
8B
Turn off the system, then reconnect the USB device.
ꢀe music data itself contains noise, or the sound is
distorted. Noise may have been entered when creating
music data due to the conditions of the computer.
Create the music data again.
until “RESET”appears.
Press SLEEP repeatedly. If you select “AUTO,” the
system automatically turns off aꢁer the current disc or
USB device stops, or within 100 minutes.
Severe hum or noise.
Move the system away from sources of noise.
Connect the system to a different wall outlet.
Install a noise filter (available separately) to the power
cord.
All user-configured settings, such as preset radio
stations, timer, and the clock, are deleted.
To delete the last track or file of the program
Press CLEAR while the player is stopped.
8C
8D
9A
9B
Play Timer:
ꢀe bit rate used when encoding the files was low. Send
files encoded with higher bit rates to the USB device.
To view program information
Press DISPLAY repeatedly.
You can wake up to CD, FM reception, DAB/DAB+
reception (CMT-MX550i only), iPod/iPhone or USB
device (except for North American model) at a preset
time. Make sure you have set the clock.
2
06.352 MHz
9C
9D
208.064 MHz
*
Frequencies are displayed to two decimal places on this system.
1
ꢀ
Prepare the sound source.
Prepare the sound source, and then press VOLUME
+
/to adjust the volume.
To start from a specific CD track or audio file, create
your own program.
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