WARNING Note on DualDiscs To set the clock To select a channel using the number

Basic Operations
To Press
2-668-369-51(1) This equipment has been tested and found to comply A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which mates 1 Turn on the system. buttons
Switch to CD DISC 1 – 3  on the unit
with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant DVD recorded material on one side with digital Press the number buttons  on the remote. For example,
Press  (power) . function from other (Automatic Source Selection).
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed audio material on the other side. However, since the to enter 20, press >10, 10/0, 2, 10/0, in that order. You
function
2 Select the clock set mode. cannot enter 255 or more.

Mini HI-FI
to provide reasonable protection against harmful audio material side does not conform to the Compact
Press CLOCK/TIMER SET  on the remote. If the Exchange other EX-CHANGE  on the unit.
interference in a residential installation. This equipment Disc (CD) standard, playback on this product is not Notes
current mode appears on the display, press / discs while playing
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy guaranteed. • If you select a channel that is not broadcasted, “OFF AIR” appears

Component System and, if not installed and used in accordance with the  repeatedly to select “CLOCK SET” and then press and the previous channel is selected.
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio Music discs encoded with ENTER . To change the play mode • If you select a channel using the number buttons in Category mode,
the tuning mode changes to All Channel mode automatically.
communications. However, there is no guarantee that
copyright protection technologies 3 Set the time. Press PLAY MODE  repeatedly while the player is
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
Operating Instructions GB this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio
This product is designed to playback discs that Press /  repeatedly to set the hour, and stopped. You can select normal play (“ALL DISCS”
for all discs or “1 DISC” for a disc or “ *” for all
conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. Recently, then press ENTER . Use the same procedure to set
or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
various music discs encoded with copyright protection the minutes. MP3 files in the folder on the disc), shuffle play (“ALL Playing a tape
DISCS SHUF” or “1 DISC SHUF” or “ SHUF*”), or
technologies are marketed by some record companies. When you turn off the system after setting the clock,
Owner’s Record to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
Please be aware that among those discs, there are some the clock display appears instead of the demonstration
program play (“PGM”). 1 Select a tape deck.
The model and serial numbers are located on the rear of the unit. Record these numbers in the space following measures: * When playing a CD-DA disc, (SHUF) Play performs the same Press TAPE (or TAPE A/B on the unit)  repeatedly.
that do not conform to the CD standard and may not be display.
provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. – Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. operation as 1 DISC (SHUF) Play.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and
playable by this product. The clock settings are lost when you disconnect the 2 Insert a tape.
Model No. ______________ Serial No. ______________ power cord or if a power failure occurs. To select a CD track using the number
receiver. Press PUSH   on the unit, and insert the TYPE
• MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents buttons I (normal) tape into the cassette holder with the side
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
different from that to which the receiver is connected. Press the number buttons  on the remote during you want to play facing forward. Make sure there is
• The XM name and related logos are registered normal play. For example, to enter 20, press >10, 2, 10/0,
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
trademarks of XM Satellite Radio Inc. Selecting a music source in that order.
no slack in the tape to avoid damaging the tape or
the tape deck. Press PUSH   on the unit again to
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Press the following buttons (or press FUNCTION  on Notes on Repeat Play close the cassette holder.

MHC-GX570XM Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
the remote repeatedly).
To select Press
• All tracks or files on a disc are played repeatedly up to five times.
• You cannot select “REP” and “ALL DISCS SHUF” at the same
3 Start playback.
Press  (play) on the remote (or  (play/pause)
time.
(2) this device must accept any interference received, on the unit) . Do not eject the tape during playback
© 2006 Sony Corporation Printed in China Printed on 100% recycled
CD CD .
• “REP1” indicates that a single track or file is repeated until you stop
paper using VOC (Volatile including interference that may cause undesired it. or recording, as this may cause irreparable damage to
Organic Compound)-free
vegetable oil based ink.
operation. Tuner TUNER/BAND . the tape and the cassette holder.
Notes on playing MP3 discs
Tape (deck A or B) TAPE on the remote (or • Do not save other types of files or unnecessary folders on a disc that
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications
TAPE A/B on the unit) . has MP3 files. To Press
WARNING This symbol is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsulated
not expressly approved in this manual could void your
authority to operate this equipment. Component (connected AUDIO IN  on the unit.
• Folders that have no MP3 files are skipped.
• MP3 files are played back in the order that they are recorded onto Pause playback  (pause) on the remote (or 
“dangerous voltage” within the using an audio cord) the disc. (play/pause) on the unit) . To
• The system can only play MP3 files that have a file extension of
To reduce the risk of fire or electric product’s enclosure that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk
Note to CATV system installer: “.MP3.”
resume play, press the button again.
shock, do not expose this apparatus to This reminder is provided to call the CATV system • If there are files on the disc that have the “.MP3” file extension, Stop playback  (stop) .
of electric shock to persons. but that are not MP3 files, the unit may produce noise or may
installer’s attention to Article 820-40 of the NEC
rain or moisture.
that provides guidelines for proper grounding and, Adjusting the sound malfunction. Rewind or fast
forward
/ (rewind/fast forward) .
This symbol is intended to alert the • The maximum number of:
in particular, specifies that the cable ground shall be
CAUTION user to the presence of important
connected to the grounding system of the building, as To adjust the volume
– folders is 150 (including the root folder).
– MP3 files is 255.
Select Relay PLAY MODE  repeatedly until
The use of optical instruments with this product will operating and maintenance (servicing) Play* “RELAY” appears.
close to the point of cable entry as practical. Press VOLUME +/– on the remote (or turn the – MP3 files and folders that can be contained on a single disc is 300.
increase eye hazard. instructions in the literature
VOLUME control on the unit) . – folder levels (the tree structure of files) is 8. * After the playback of the front side of deck A, deck B plays the
accompanying the appliance.
Notice for the customers in the U.S.A., Canadian and Australian To add a sound effect
• Compatibility with all MP3 encoding/writing software, recording
device, and recording media cannot be guaranteed. Incompatible
front side, and then stops.

U.S.A. models only To Press

MP3 discs may produce noise or interrupted audio or may not play
at all.
ENERGY STAR® is a U.S. registered
mark. As an ENERGY STAR® partner,
Reinforce the bass and
create a more powerful
GROOVE  on the unit Notes on playing multisession discs Changing the display
repeatedly until “GROOVE” • If the disc begins with a CD-DA (or MP3) session, it is recognized
Sony Corporation has determined that sound appears. as a CD-DA (or MP3) disc, and playback continues until another
this product meets the ENERGY STAR® To Press
session is encountered.
guidelines for energy efficiency. Set the surround effect SURROUND  on the unit • A disc with a mixed CD format is recognized as a CD-DA (audio) Change DISPLAY  repeatedly when the
repeatedly until “SURR” disc. information on the system is turned on.
appears. display*
Select the preset sound EQ  on the remote Change Display DISPLAY  repeatedly when the
effect repeatedly. To cancel,
press EQ  on the remote
Listening to the radio mode (See below.) system is turned off.
* For example, you can view CD/CD-G/MP3 disc information, such
repeatedly until “EQ OFF” as the track or file number or folder name during normal play, or
appears. To listen to FM or AM the total playing time while the player is stopped. You can also view
XM radio information, such as the channel name, song title and
1 Select “FM” or “AM.” artist name.
To turn on the subwoofer
Press SUBWOOFER  on the unit repeatedly until Press TUNER/BAND  repeatedly. The system offers the following display modes.
Before using the system “SUB ON” appears. The SUBWOOFER indicator  on 2 Select the tuning mode.
Hooking up the system securely the unit lights up. If you later disconnect the subwoofer, Press TUNING MODE  repeatedly until “AUTO”
Display mode When the system is off1),

To use the remote repeat the procedure until “SUB OFF” appears. The Demonstration The clock display is replaced by
appears.
Slide and remove the battery compartment lid , and volume of the subwoofer is linked to the front speakers. lighting and flashing of the display
3 Tune in the desired station. window.
When carrying this system insert the two supplied R6 (size AA) batteries,  side
Press +/– on the remote (or TUNING +/– on the unit)
first, matching the polarities shown below. Clock The clock is displayed.
1 Remove all discs to protect the CD mechanism. . Scanning stops automatically when a station is
2 Press CD  to select the CD function. Playing a CD/MP3 disc tuned in, and then “TUNED” and “STEREO” (for
Power Saving
Mode2)
The display is turned off to conserve
power. The timer and clock continue
stereo programs) appear.
1 Select the CD function. to operate.
3 Hold down   on the unit, and press /  on the unit until
“STANDBY” appears. Press CD .
1)
The STANDBY indicator  on the unit lights up when the system

4 After “LOCK” appears, unplug the power cord. Antennas is off.

Find a location and an orientation that provide 2 Place a disc. 2)
When the system is in Power Saving Mode, the following functions
are unavailable:
good reception, and then set up the antenna. Press OPEN/CLOSE  on the remote (or  (open/
– setting the clock.
Keep the antennas away from the speaker cords close) on the unit) , and place a disc with the label – changing the AM tuning interval.
side up on the disc tray. To stop automatic scanning
to avoid picking up noise. – turning on the system by pressing the function buttons (for
Press  (stop) . example, CD ).
AM loop antenna Notes on using the remote
– changing the CD power manage function.
• With normal use, the batteries should last for about six months. To tune in a station with a weak signal – resetting the system to factory settings.
• Do not mix an old battery with a new one or mix different types of
batteries.
If “TUNED” does not appear and the scanning does
not stop, press TUNING MODE  repeatedly until Notes on the display information
• If you do not use the remote for a long period of time, remove the
• The following are not displayed;
batteries to avoid damage from battery leakage and corrosion. “AUTO” and “PRESET” disappear, and then press
– total playing time for a CD-DA disc depending on the play mode.
+/– on the remote (or TUNING +/– on the unit)  – total playing time for an MP3 disc.
To receive the XM Satellite Radio repeatedly to tune in the desired station. – remaining playing time for an MP3 file.
To insert additional discs, press DISC SKIP  to • The following are not displayed correctly;
Introducing XM Satellite Radio
XM Radio is the satellite radio service with millions of listeners rotate the disc tray. To reduce static noise on a weak FM stereo – elapsed playing time of an MP3 file encoded using a VBR
across the U.S. Broadcasting live daily. XM Radio offers 160 To close the disc tray, press OPEN/CLOSE  on the station (variable bit rate).
FM lead antenna digital radio channels offering music, news, sports, comedy, talk, remote (or  (open/close) on the unit)  again. Press FM MODE  on the remote repeatedly until – folder and file names that do not follow either the ISO9660 Level
(Extend it horizontally.) entertainment, traffic and weather reports, with high quality digital “MONO” appears to turn off stereo reception. 1, Level 2 or Joliet in the expansion format.
sound. Do not force the disc tray closed with your finger, as • The following are displayed;
or this may damage the unit. – ID3 tag information for MP3 files when ID3 version 1 and version
Speakers and subwoofer How to Subscribe
3 Start playback. To listen to XM 2 tags are used.
Insert only the stripped portion of the XM antenna XM $12.95 monthly service subscription sold separately. XM
Connect and Play (TM) antenna required to receive XM service (sold You can operate and listen to the XM satellite Radio by – up to 30 characters of ID3 tag information using uppercase letters
Brown side for Connect the XM Connect-and-Play Press  (play) on the remote (or  (play/pause) (A to Z), numbers (0 to 9), and symbols (˝ $ % ’ ( ) * , – . / < = >
cord. separately). Installation costs and other fees and taxes, including a connecting your XM Connect-and-Play Antenna. Before
Subwoofer other regions antenna. For details, see “To receive one-time activation fee may apply. Subscription fee is consumer only. on the unit) .
using the system, connect the XM Connect-and-Play
@ [ \ ] _ ` { | } ! ? ^).
Place the subwoofer vertically to obtain a better bass the XM Satellite Radio.” All fees and programming subject to change. Channels with frequent
White side for North explicit language are indicated with an XL. Channel blocking is To Press antenna to the XM jack of the system (see “Hooking up
reproduction. Also, position the subwoofer: Solid (Red/) the system securely”).
American model available for XM radio receivers by calling 1-800-XMRADIO.
– on a solid floor where resonance is unlikely to occur. Subscriptions subject to Customer Agreement available
at xmradio.com. XM service only available in the 48 contiguous
Pause playback  (pause) on the remote (or
 (play/pause) on the unit)
1 Select “XM.” Using optional audio
– at least a few centimeters away from the wall.
– away from the center of the room or place a bookshelf
Subwoofer United States. XM Ready and XM Connect-and-Play are trademarks . To resume play, press the Press XM on the remote (or TUNER/BAND components
XM Connect-and-Play
of XM Satellite Radio Inc. (C)2006 XM Satellite Radio Inc. All rights
button again. repeatedly) .
against a wall, to avoid generating a standing wave. Striped (Black/) reserved.
antenna (not supplied) Stop playback  (stop) . 2 Select the All Channel mode. To connect an optional headphones
Activate XM Service
Connect headphones to the PHONES jack  on the
Speakers and subwoofer Power Find the 8-character XM Radio ID of the Connect-and-Play antenna. Select a folder on an +/– (select folder) .
Press TUNING MODE  repeatedly until “CAT”
unit.
Connect the power cord to a wall With the Connect-and-Play antenna connected to the unit, the Radio MP3 disc and “PRESET” disappear.
Attach the supplied speaker pads to the bottom of the ID can be found by selecting channel 0 on the radio. Press >10, 10/0,
front speakers and subwoofer to prevent slipping. socket. The demonstration appears 10/0, 10/0  on the remote in that order to select channel 0. Select a track or file / (go back/go forward) 3 Tune in the desired channel. To connect an optional component
in the display. Record the Radio ID here for reference: _______________________. (or turn the MULTI JOG dial on Press +/– on the remote (or TUNING+/– on the unit) Connect additional audio component to the AUDIO
If the plug does not fit the wall (NOTE: The XM Radio ID does not use the letters I, O, S, or F.)
the unit) .  repeatedly. IN jack  on the unit using an audio analog cord (not
Front speaker (right) socket, detach the supplied plug Activate your XM Satellite Radio service online
at http://activate.xmradio.com or by calling 1-800-XMRADIO Find a point in a supplied). Turn down the volume on the system, and then
adaptor (only for models equipped Hold down / (rewind/fast To select a channel by Category mode
(1-800-967-2346). You will need a major credit card.
track or file select the AUDIO IN function.
with an adaptor). forward)  during playback,
XM will send a signal from the satellites to activate the full channel
lineup. Activation normally takes 10 to 15 minutes, but during peak and release the button at the 1 Press XM on the remote (or TUNER/BAND
repeatedly) .
Solid (Red/)
busy periods, you may need to keep your player on for up to an hour. desired point.
Striped (Black/) When you can access the full channel lineup on your player, you’re
done. Select Repeat Play REPEAT  on the remote 2 Press TUNING MODE  repeatedly until “CAT”
appears.
repeatedly until “REP” or
Notes on XM Satellite Radio
Front speaker (left) • To ensure optimal reception of XM’s satellite signal, move your
“REP1” appears. 3 Press CATEGORY +/–  repeatedly.
antenna to various window locations around your home to see where Select a disc DISC SKIP (or DISC 1 – 3 on 4 Press +/– on the remote (or TUNING+/– on the
the best reception will be received. Most XM customers place the the unit)  in stop mode.
antenna in a south-facing window with a clear view to the sky.
unit)  repeatedly.
• Residents in Canada please see information about XM Canada at the
following webpage: (http://www.xmradio.ca/)
Wall socket
 To change the AM tuning interval Cleaning the cabinet
Other Operations Troubleshooting
Display indicates
Recording onto a tape Using the Timers The AM tuning interval is factory-preset to 9 kHz (or 10 A
Clean this system with a soft cloth slightly moistened
kHz, for some areas). You cannot change the AM tuning with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type
You can record on a TYPE I (normal) tape in two ways: The system offers three timer functions. You cannot of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent, such as
1 Make sure the power cord and speaker cords are interval in Power Saving Mode. B
activate both the Play Timer and the Rec Timer at the thinner, benzine, or alcohol.
Creating your own CD program CD Synchro Recording: same time. If you use either with the Sleep Timer, the correctly and firmly connected. Use buttons on the unit to change the AM tuning interval.
D
You can record an entire CD onto a tape. The recording Sleep Timer has priority. 2 Find your problem in the checklist below, and 1 Tune in any AM station, and then turn off the To prevent a tape from being accidentally
(Program Play) level is adjusted automatically. system. G recorded over
take the indicated corrective action.
Use buttons on the remote to create your own program. Sleep Timer: Break off the cassette’s overwrite protection tab from
Manual Recording: You can fall asleep to music. This function works even if If the issue persists, contact your nearest Sony dealer. 2 While holding down TUNING – , press  H
1 Press CD  to select the CD function. (power) . side A or B as illustrated.
You can record just the portions you like from a sound the clock is not set. K
2 Press PLAY MODE  repeatedly until “PGM” source, including connected audio components. Press SLEEP  repeatedly. If you select “AUTO,” the If the STANDBY indicator flashes All the AM preset stations are erased. To reset the
interval to the factory preset, repeat the procedure.
appears while the player is stopped. Use buttons on the unit to control tape recording. system automatically turns off after the current disc or Immediately unplug the power cord, and check the M Break off the
tape stops or in 100 minutes. following item. cassette tab
3 Press DISC SKIP  repeatedly to select a disc. 1 Load a recordable tape into deck B with the Do not select “AUTO” during Synchro Recording of a To improve tuner reception
O
side you want to record facing forward, and then • If your system has a voltage selector, is the voltage
4 Press /  repeatedly until the desired press TAPE A/B  repeatedly to select TAPE B. tape. selector set to the correct voltage? Turn off CD player power by using the CD power Q
track number appears. management function. By default, CD power is turned
• Are the + and – speaker cords short-circuited?
When programming MP3 files, press +/– (select 2 Prepare the recording source. Play Timer: on. You cannot change the setting in Power Saving R
You can wake up to CD, tape or tuner at a preset time. • Are you using only the supplied speakers? To later reuse the tape for recording, cover the broken tab
folder)  repeatedly to select the desired folder, and For CD Synchro Recording: • Is anything blocking the ventilation holes on the
Mode. S
then select the desired file. Use buttons on the unit to turn off CD player power. with adhesive tape.
Press CD  to select the CD function. Load the Rec Timer: back of the system? Z
Disc tray number Selected track or file number disc you want to record, and press DISC SKIP  You can record a preset radio station at a specified time. After the STANDBY indicator  stops flashing, 1 Press CD  to select the CD function. About a tape longer than 90 minutes
repeatedly to select the disc. reconnect the power cord, and turn on the system. If 2 Press  (power)  to turn off the system. ! or | The use of the tape with more than 90 minutes of play
Use buttons on the remote to control the Play Timer and
When recording a folder from an MP3 disc, press the issue persists, contact your nearest Sony dealer. ” time is not recommended except for long, continuous
the Rec Timer. Make sure you have set the clock. 3 After “STANDBY” stops flashing, press /
PLAY MODE  repeatedly to select “ ,” and then recording or playback.
press +/– (select folder)  repeatedly to select 1 Prepare the sound source. (power)  while holding down  (stop) . $
Cleaning the tape heads
the desired folder. For Play Timer: General “CD POWER OFF” appears. With CD player power
% Use dry- or wet-type cleaning cassette (available
To record only your favorite CD tracks or MP3 files in turned off, disc access time is increased. To turn on
Total playing time of program Prepare the sound source, and then press VOLUME separately) after every 10 hours of use, before you start
your desired order, perform steps 2 to 6 of “Creating The display starts flashing as soon as you CD player power, repeat the procedure until “CD ,
(including selected track or file) +/–  to adjust the volume. an important recording, or after playing an old tape.
your own CD program.” plug in the power cord even though you POWER ON” appears.
5 Press ENTER  to add the track or file to the To start from a specific CD track or MP3 file, create . Failure to clean the tape heads can cause degraded sound
your own program.
have not turned on the system.
For Manual Recording:
program. • Press DISPLAY  twice while the system is off. The To reset the system to factory ?
quality or an inability of the unit to record or play tapes.
For details, refer to the instructions of the cleaning
Select the desired source to record.
“– –.– –” appears when the total program time For Rec Timer: demonstration disappears. settings @ cassette.
exceeds 100 minutes for a CD, or when you select an 3 Set deck B to stand by for recording. Tune in the preset radio station. If the system still does not operate properly, reset the
MP3 file. Sound comes from one channel, or the left
For CD Synchro Recording: 2 Press CLOCK/TIMER SET . and right volumes are unbalanced.
system to factory settings. You cannot reset the system to ^ Demagnetizing the tape heads
6 Repeat steps 3 through 5 to program additional factory settings in Power Saving Mode. Use a demagnetizing cassette (available separately)
tracks or files, up to a total of 25 tracks or files.
Press CD SYNC . 3 Press /  repeatedly to select “PLAY • Place the speakers as symmetrically as possible. Use buttons on the unit to reset the system to its factory
SET” or “REC SET,” and then press ENTER . after every 20 to 30 hours of use. Failure to demagnetize
• Connect only the supplied speakers.
7 To play your program of tracks or files, press 
(play) .
For Manual Recording:
Press REC PAUSE/START . “ON” appears, and the hour indication flashes.
default settings.
1 Disconnect and reconnect the power cord, and
Precautions the tape heads can cause an increase in noise, a loss of
high frequency sound, and an inability to completely
Sound lacks bass.
The program remains available until you open the 4 Start recording. 4 Set the time to start playing or recording. then turn on the system. erase tapes. For details, refer to the instructions of the
• Check that the striped (or solid) cord is connected to
Discs that this system CAN play demagnetizing cassette.
disc tray. To play the same program again, press  While recording, you cannot listen to other sources. Press /  repeatedly to set the hour, the speaker’s – (or +) jack correctly. 2 Press ,   and DISC 1  at the same
(play) . and then press ENTER . • Audio CD
time.
For CD Synchro Recording: Severe hum or noise. • CD-R/CD-RW (audio data/MP3 files)
The minute indication flashes. Use the procedure All user-configured settings, such as preset radio
Press REC PAUSE/START . When the recording
To cancel Program Play
Press PLAY MODE  repeatedly until “PGM”
is completed, the CD player and the tape deck stop
above to set the minutes. • Move the system away from sources of noise.
• Connect the system to a different wall socket.
stations, timer, and the clock, are deleted. Discs that this system CANNOT play Specifications
automatically. 5 Use the same procedure as in step 4 to set the • CD-ROM
disappears while the player is stopped. time to stop playing or recording. • Install a noise filter (available separately) to the power
cord. • CD-R/CD-RW other than those recorded in music CD Main unit
For Manual Recording:
To delete the last track or file of the program
Press CLEAR  while the player is stopped.
Press REC PAUSE/START , and then start playing
6 Select the sound source or prepare the tape.
The remote does not function. Messages format or MP3 format conforming to ISO9660 Level
1/Level 2, Joliet or multisession
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION
the desired recording source. For Play Timer: • CD-R/CD-RW recorded in multisession that have not (MHC-GX570XM The United States model only):
• Remove any obstacles between the remote and the With 6 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 120 – 10,000 Hz; rated
To view program information, such as total If there is noise while recording from the tuner, Press /  repeatedly until the desired remote sensor  on the unit, and position the unit ended by “closing the session” 125 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 10% total
playing time and the number of tracks reposition the appropriate antenna to reduce the noise. sound source appears, and then press ENTER . The away from fluorescent lights. CD/MP3/Tuner/Tape • CD-R/CD-RW of poor recording quality, CD-R/CD- harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output.
Press DISPLAY  repeatedly while the player is display shows the timer settings. • Point the remote at the system’s sensor. COMPLETE : The preset operation ended normally. RW that have scratches or are dirty, or CD-R/CD-RW Amplifier section
To stop recording recorded with an incompatible recording device
stopped. For Rec Timer: • Move the remote closer to the system. LOCKED : The disc tray does not open. Contact your Front speaker:
Press  (stop) . Continuous RMS power output (reference): 145 + 145 W (6 ohms at 1 kHz,
nearest Sony dealer. • CD-R/CD-RW which is finalized incorrectly
Load a recordable tape into deck B. The display 10% THD)
Notes
• Recording stops if you change to a different function.
shows the timer settings. CD/MP3 player NO DISC : There is no disc in the player, or you have • Discs containing files other than MPEG 1 Audio Layer-
3 (MP3) files
Total harmonic distortion: less than 0.07% (6 ohms at 1 kHz, 80 W)
Subwoofer:
Presetting radio stations • When loud sound signals are input, the system automatically adjusts
the recording level to prevent distortion of the recorded sound signal
7 Press  (power)  to turn off the system. The sound skips, or the disc will not play.
loaded a disc that cannot be played.
NO STEP : All of the programmed tracks have been • Discs of non-standard shape (for example, heart,
Continuous RMS power output (reference): 170 W (6 ohms at 80 Hz, 10%
THD)
You can preset your favorite radio stations and tune (Auto Level Control function). The system turns on 15 seconds before the preset • Wipe the disc clean, and replace it. erased. square, star) Total harmonic distortion: less than 0.07% (6 ohms at 80 Hz, 90 W)
Inputs
them in instantly by selecting the corresponding preset • You cannot eject the disc during CD Synchro Recording. time. If the system is on at the preset time, the Play NO TAB : You cannot record because the overwrite • Discs that have adhesive tape, paper, or sticker attached
• Move the system to a location away from vibration (for AUDIO IN (stereo mini jack): voltage 250 mV, impedance 47 kilohms
number. Timer and the Rec Timer will not play or record. example, on top of a stable stand). protection tab has been removed from the cassette. to them Outputs
PHONES (stereo mini jack): accepts headphones of 8 ohms or more
Use buttons on the remote to preset stations. • Move the speakers away from the system, or place NO TAPE : There is no tape in the tape deck. • Rental or used discs with attached seals where the glue SPEAKER: accepts impedance of 6 to 16 ohms
To activate or check the timer again extends beyond the seal
1 Tune in the desired station (see “Listening to the
radio”).
Creating your own sound effect Press CLOCK/TIMER SELECT , press / 
them on separate stands. At high volume, speaker
vibration may cause the sound to skip.
NOT IN USE : You pressed an invalid button.
• Discs that have labels printed using ink that feels tacky
SUBWOOFER OUT: accepts impedance of 6 to 16 ohms

OVER : You have reached the end of the disc while CD player section
You can raise or lower the levels of specific frequency repeatedly until “PLAY SELECT” or “REC SELECT” when touched
pressing  (fast forward)  during playback or System: Compact disc and digital audio system
2 Press TUNER MEMORY . ranges, and then store the setting as “USER” in the appears, and then press ENTER . Play does not start from the first track. Laser Diode Properties
pause.
memory. • Press PLAY MODE  repeatedly until both “PGM” Notes on discs Emission Duration: Continuous
Preset number To cancel the timer PUSH SELECT : You tried to set the clock or timer Laser Output*: Less than 44.6µW
and “SHUF” disappear to return to normal play. • Before playing, wipe the disc with a cleaning cloth
1 Select the audio emphasis you want for your Repeat the same procedure as above until “TIMER OFF” during timer operation.
from the center out to the edge.
* This output is the value measurement at a distance of 200 mm from the
objective lens surface on the Optical Pick-up Block with 7mm aperture.
basic sound using EQ on the remote, and appears, and then press ENTER . Starting playback takes more time than usual. PUSH STOP : You pressed PLAY MODE  during Frequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
• Do not clean discs with solvents, such as benzine
SURROUND and GROOVE on the unit . playback. Signal-to-noise ratio: More than 90 dB
• The following discs take a longer time to start playback. thinner, or commercially available cleaners or anti- Dynamic range: More than 90 dB
2 Press EQ BAND  on the unit repeatedly to To change the setting READING : The system is reading information of the static spray intended for vinyl LPs.
– a disc recorded with a complicated tree structure. Tape deck section
select a frequency band, and then turn the Start over from step 1. disc. Some buttons are not available.
– a disc recorded in multisession mode. • Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources Recording system: 4-track 2-channel, stereo
3 Press +/–  repeatedly to select your desired MULTI JOG dial  on the unit to adjust the Tips SET CLOCK : You tried to select the timer when the such as hot air ducts, nor leave it in a car parked in Frequency response: 50 – 13,000 Hz (±3 dB), using Sony TYPE I cassettes
preset number. – a disc that has not been finalized (a disc to which data clock is not set. Wow and flutter: ±0.15% W. Peak (IEC), 0.1% W. RMS (NAB), ±0.2% W.
frequency level. Repeat this for each band you • The Play Timer setting remains as long as the setting is not canceled direct sunlight.
can be added). Peak (DIN)
If another station is already assigned to the selected want to adjust. manually. SET TIMER : You tried to select the timer when the
– a disc that has many folders. Tuner section
preset number, the station is replaced by the new Frequency level
• The volume is reduced to minimum during the Rec Timer. Play Timer or Rec Timer is not set. On safety FM stereo, FM/AM superheterodyne tuner
Frequency band • The Rec Timer is canceled automatically after the Rec Timer has
stations. STEP FULL : You tried to program more than 26 tracks • The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source FM tuner section:
been activated.
Tuner or files (steps). (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall socket, Tuning range: 87.5 – 108.0 MHz (100 kHz step)
4 Press ENTER . even if the unit itself has been turned off.
Antenna: FM lead antenna
TIME NG : The Play Timer or Rec Timer start and end Antenna terminals: 75 ohms unbalanced
5 Repeat steps 1 through 4 to store other stations. Severe hum or noise, or stations cannot be • Completely disconnect the power cord (mains lead) Intermediate frequency: 10.7 MHz
times are set to the same time.
received. (“TUNED” or “STEREO” flashes on from the wall socket (mains) if it is not going to be
AM tuner section:
You can preset up to 20 FM, 10 AM and 20 XM Tuning range: 530 – 1,710 kHz (with 10 kHz tuning interval)
the display.)
stations. The preset stations are retained for about half 3 Hold down EQ  on the remote until • Connect the antenna properly.
XM used for an extended period of time. When unplugging 531 – 1,710 kHz (with 9 kHz tuning interval)
Antenna: AM loop antenna, external antenna terminal
a day even if you disconnect the power cord or if a ANTENNA : The XM Connect-and-Play antenna is not the unit, always grip the plug. Never pull the cord
“COMPLETE” appears. • Find a location and an orientation that provide good itself.
Intermediate frequency: 450 kHz
power failure occurs. connected. Check the connection of the antenna cord, Speaker
The setting is stored in the memory. reception, and then set up the antenna again. • Should any solid object or liquid get into the system,
6 To call up a preset radio station, press TUNING and then turn the system on again. Front speaker SS-RG490
MODE  repeatedly until “PRESET” appears, 4 To call up the personal sound effect, press • Connect a commercially available external antenna.
CH – – – : You have entered an invalid channel number. unplug the system, and have it checked by qualified Speaker system: 3-way, 3-unit, bass-reflex type
EQ  on the remote repeatedly until “USER” • Turn off nearby electrical equipment. The channel to be tuned-in is void due to the change personnel before operating it again. Speaker units: Subwoofer 13 cm, cone type, Woofer 13 cm, cone type,
and then press +/–  repeatedly to select the Tweeter 5 cm, horn type
desired preset number. appears. by the broadcast service, or the receiving condition is • The AC power cord can be changed only by a qualified Nominal impedance: 6 ohms

Note on presetting XM stations To cancel the sound effect

Tape deck not good. service facility. Dimensions (w/h/d): Approx. 220 × 360 × 235 mm
Mass: Approx. 3.7 kg net per speaker
LOADING : The system have not finished receiving the On placement
You cannot preset XM stations except when you receive the station. Press EQ  on the remote repeatedly until “EQ OFF” The sound exhibits excessive wow or flutter
Subwoofer SS-WG490
entire audio data or text information. Some buttons are Speaker system: Bass-reflex type
appears. or dropout. not available. • Do not place the system in an inclined position or in Speaker units: Woofer 20 cm, cone type
• Clean the capstans and pinch rollers. Also, clean and locations that are extremely hot, cold, dusty, dirty, or Nominal impedance: 6 ohms
NO SIGNL : The receiving condition is not good. Try humid or lacking adequate ventilation, or subject to Dimensions (w/h/d): Approx. 265 × 325 × 325 mm
demagnetize the tape heads. See “Precautions” for moving the antenna to another location. Make sure Mass: Approx. 5.8 kg
details. vibration, direct sunlight or a bright light.
the antenna points south. For details about the antenna General
location, see the instructions supplied with the XM • Be careful when placing the unit or speakers on Power requirements: AC 120 V, 60 Hz
surfaces that have been specially treated (for example, Power consumption:
XM Connect-and-Play antenna.
with wax, oil, polish) as staining or discoloration of the U.S.A model: 270 W
OFF AIR : The channel is not broadcasted now. surface may result.
Canadian model: 360 VA
The system cannot receive channels at all. UPDATING : You have not subscribed for XM or the Dimensions (w/h/d) (excl. speakers): Approx. 280 × 348 × 412.3 mm
• If the system is brought directly from a cold to a warm Mass (excl. speakers): Approx. 9.4 kg
• Check that the XM Connect-and-Play antenna is channel is not authorized. You need to subscribe for location or is placed in a very damp room, moisture
connected. XM. Supplied accessories: Remote Commander (1)/R6 (size AA) batteries (2)/AM
may condense on the lens inside the CD player, and loop antenna (1)/FM lead antenna (1)/Speaker pads (12)
• The receiving condition is not good. Move to the place – – – : There is no text information or time information cause the system to malfunction. In this situation, Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
where the condition is good. in the channel. This is not an error. The text remove the disc, and leave the system turned on for
• Check that you subscribed (See “To receive the XM information may not be displayed depending on the • Standby power consumption: 0.5 W
about a few hours until the moisture evaporates.
Satellite Radio”). system condition, for example, right after the system • Halogenated flame retardants are not used in the
certain printed wiring boards.
has received a channel. On heat buildup • Lead-free solder is used for soldering certain parts.
“TUNING” keeps appearing and channels • Heat buildup on the unit during operation is normal and
cannot be received, or “ERR XXXX (XXXX Display examples
is not cause for alarm.
are alphameric characters)” appears Display indicates • Do not touch the cabinet if it has been used
frequently. continuously at a high volume because the cabinet may
2 (two)
• Press  (power)  to turn off the system, and have become hot.
press the button again to turn on the system. If the 5 (five) • Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.
issue persists, the XM Connect-and-Play antenna may
be broken. Have the antenna repaired or replace the 6 (six) On the speaker system
antenna with another antenna. This speaker system is not magnetically shielded, and
8 (eight)
the picture on nearby TV sets may become magnetically
0 (zero) distorted. In this situation, turn off the TV, wait 15 to 30
minutes, and turn it back on. If there is no improvement,
move the speakers far away from the TV.