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Owner's Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the rear panel of the unit. Record the
serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon
your Sony dealer regarding this product.
Model No.
DHC-MD515
©1997 by Sony Corporation
3-861-229-13(1)
Serial No.
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the rear panel of the unit. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DHC-MD515 ©1997 by Sony Corporation... - Page 2 WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Getting Started Step 1: Hooking up the system ... 4 Step 2: Setting the time ... 5 Step 3: Presetting radio stations ... 6 Step 4: Using the detachable controller ... 8 Connecting optional A/V components and outdoor antennas ... 10 Basic Operations Playing a CD ... -
Page 4: Getting Started Step 1: Hooking Up The System
Getting Started Step 1: Hooking up the system Follow steps 1 and 2 to hook up your system using the supplied cords and accessories. Follow steps 3 and 4 to complete the hook up procedure. FM antenna Right speaker Connect the speakers. Connect the speaker cords to SPEAKER terminals of the same color. -
Page 5: Step 2: Setting The Time
Other models Extend the FM lead antenna horizontally. AM loop antenna Set VOLTAGE SELECTOR to the position of your local power line voltage (except for North American and European model). 110 – 120V 220 – 240V VOLTAGE SELECTOR Connect the AC power cord to a wall outlet. -
Page 6: Step 3: Presetting Radio Stations
Step 2: Setting the time (continued) Turn MULTI JOG to set the hour, then press ENTER/YES. The minute indication flashes. Turn MULTI JOG to set the minute, then press ENTER/YES. The clock starts. If you have made a mistake Press CURSOR N or n repeatedly so that the incorrect setting flashes, then set it again. - Page 7 Press TUNER repeatedly until the band you want appears. Each time you press the button, the band changes as follows: North American model: FM n AM European model: FM n MW n LW Other models: FM n MW n SW Press AUTO.
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Page 8: Step 4: Using The Detachable Controller
Step 4: Using the detachable controller The control panel is detachable (detachable controller), and you can use it as the remote controller when you detach it from the main unit. Detachable controller Detaching the controller 1Grasp both sides of the detachable controller. - Page 9 Inserting two size AA (R6) batteries into the detachable controller Size AA (R6) battery When the detachable controller no longer operates the system, replace both batteries with new ones. When you do not use the detachable controller, reattach it on the main unit to save batteries. Notes on the batteries •...
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Page 10: Connecting Optional A/V Components
Connecting optional A/V components and outdoor antennas To enhance your system, you can connect optional components. Refer to the instructions of each component. Connecting a video game or VCR Connect the plugs to jacks of the same color. To the audio output of a video game or VCR To listen to the VCR sound Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “VIDEO”... -
Page 11: Connecting Outdoor Antennas
Connecting outdoor antennas Connect an outdoor antenna to improve reception. FM antenna Connect an optional FM outdoor antenna. You can use the TV antenna instead. European model F M 7 5 C O A X IA L 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) Other models IEC standard socket... -
Page 12: Basic Operations
Basic Operations Playing a CD You can play all the tracks on a CD in the original order and also play up to three CDs continuously. To turn on the system, press POWER. DIMMER 23 4 POWER MULTI JOG DISC SKIP MD/CD 1 –... -
Page 13: Recording A Whole Cd On An Md
Do this Press p. Stop play Press (P. Press again to Pause resume play. Select a track Turn MULTI JOG clockwise (to go forward) or counterclockwise (to go back) until you locate the desired track. Press 0 or ) during play Find a point in a track and release it at the desired... - Page 14 Recording a whole CD on an MD (continued) Step 1: Preparing CD for recording Press one of the CD 1 6 – CD 3 6 buttons to open the disc tray and place a CD on the tray. With the label side up The disc tray closes when you press the CD 1 6 –...
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Page 15: Playing An Md
When recording is finished Remove the MD. “TOC Write” flashes and the recorded contents are memorized on the While “TOC Write” is flashing Do not move the unit or pull out the AC power cord to ensure complete recording. The deck updates the Table of Contents (TOC) while “TOC”... - Page 16 Playing an MD (continued) Press CONTINUE repeatedly until “ALL DISCS” appears. To play only one MD, press the button until “1 DISC” appears. Press (P. Play starts from the MD whose MD indicator is lit green. Disc number Track number MD 1-1 ALL DISCS LEVEL SYNC...
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Page 17: Listening To The Radio
Listening to the radio First, preset radio stations in the tuner’s memory (see page 6). To turn on the system, press POWER. POWER MANUAL AUTO TAPE VOLUME Press TUNER repeatedly until the band you want appears. Each time you press the button, the band changes as follows: North American model: FM n AM... -
Page 18: Recording From The Radio
Recording from the radio You can record a radio program on an MD. If you use an MD with tracks already recorded on it, the MD deck automatically locates the end of the recording and starts the new recording from there. If you want to erase recordings, see page 47. - Page 19 When recording is finished Remove the MD. “TOC Write” flashes and the recorded contents are memorized on the While “TOC Write” is flashing Do not move the unit or pull out the AC power cord to ensure complete recording. The deck updates the Table of Contents (TOC) while “TOC”...
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Page 20: The Cd Player
The CD Player Playing CD tracks repeatedly –– Repeat Play You can repeat one CD or all CDs in normal play, Shuffle Play and Program Play. MULTI JOG Repeating all tracks or a program Press REPEAT during play until “REPEAT” appears. You cannot repeat all tracks during All Discs Shuffle Play. -
Page 21: Programming Cd Tracks
To cancel Shuffle Play Press CONTINUE. Tips • You can start Shuffle Play during normal play by pressing the SHUFFLE button. The CD player shuffles all the tracks including the ones which have been played. • To skip a track, turn MULTI JOG clockwise. Note During All Discs Shuffle Play, you cannot use the repeat function. - Page 22 Programming CD tracks (continued) Press DISC SKIP to select the desired CD. Disc tray number - 3 AL Turn MULTI JOG to select the desired track. The total playing time including the selected track flashes. Selected disc and track numbers - 3 3 Press ENTER/YES.
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Page 23: Using The Cd Display
Tips • To program the entire CD as one step of the program, press ENTER/YES while “AL” appears after selecting the desired CD in step 4. • When you want to record the program, see “Recording your favorite CD tracks on MDs” on page 37. -
Page 24: Looping Part Of A Cd Track
Using the CD display (continued) To check the total playing time and number of tracks on the CD Press DISPLAY repeatedly during normal or Shuffle Play stop mode. Each time you press the button, the display changes as follows: n Total playing time and the number of tracks µ... -
Page 25: Labeling A Cd
Press and hold CD LOOP at the point you want to start the Loop function, and release the button to resume normal play. The track pauses while the loop plays, then resumes play from the same point when you release the button. Loop length Hey, C…... - Page 26 Labeling a CD (continued) Press DISC SKIP repeatedly until the disc tray number of the desired CD appears. Make sure the total number of tracks and the playing time appear in the display, then go to the next step. Press EDIT/NO. Turn MULTI JOG until “CD Name in?”...
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Page 27: Checking The Cd-Text Information
Erasing a disc title of a 1 In step 6 of “Labeling a CD,” turn MULTI JOG until “CD Name Erase?” appears, then press ENTER/YES. The disc title scrolls in the display. 2 Turn MULTI JOG to select CD 1 – 3 or the stored disc titles (001 –... - Page 28 Checking the CD-TEXT information (continued) Checking the track titles Turn MULTI JOG to select the track you want to check in either playing or stop mode. The track title scrolls in the display. Sy mphony ALL DISCS To cancel checking Press p.
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Page 29: The Md Deck - Playing
The MD Deck – Playing Playing MD tracks repeatedly — Repeat Play You can repeat one MD or all MDs in normal play, Shuffle Play and Program Play. REPEAT TAPE MULTI JOG Repeating all tracks or a program Press REPEAT during play until “REPEAT”... -
Page 30: Programming Md Tracks
Playing MD tracks in random order (continued) To cancel Shuffle Play Press p to stop play, then CONTINUE. To skip tracks, turn the MULTI JOG clockwise. Notes • During All Discs Shuffle Play, you cannot use the repeat function. • “MD Push STOP !” appears if you press the CONTINUE, SHUFFLE or PROGRAM button to change the play mode while playing an MD. - Page 31 Press ENTER/YES. The track is programmed. The total number of programmed steps appears, followed by the total playing time of the program. Last programmed track MD1-3 PROGRAM LEVEL SYNC Repeat steps 4 through 6 to program other tracks. Press (P. All the tracks play in the order you selected.
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Page 32: Using The Md Display
Using the MD display You can check the remaining time of the current track or the entire MD. Checking the remaining time of a track Press DISPLAY during play. Each time you press the button, the display changes as follows: n Playing time and track number of the current track µ... -
Page 33: The Md Deck - Recording
The MD Deck – Recording Before you start recording MDs (Mini Disc) let you digitally record and play music with high quality sound. Another feature of MDs is track marking. The track marking feature lets you quickly locate a specific point or easily edit the recorded tracks. -
Page 34: Recording Methods On This System
Recording methods on this system This system offers you nine types of recording methods. Select one of those according to your needs. Recording a whole CD as it is You can record a CD to an MD in the same sequence as the original CD. -
Page 35: Recording Multiple Cds On Multiple Mds
Recording multiple CDs on multiple — 3CD to 3MD Synchro Recording Each CD is recorded on the corresponding MD slot number. For example, CD 1 is recorded on MD 1, CD 2 on MD 2, and CD 3 on MD 3. Be sure to insert MDs into the appropriate corresponding slots. -
Page 36: Recording Multiple Cds On Mds In Sequence
Recording multiple CDs on MDs in sequence — Seamless Recording You can use this feature to record three CDs to MDs in sequence. Example 1 EDIT/NO Insert CDs. Insert a recordable MD. Recording starts from the MD in the MD 1 slot. -
Page 37: Recording Your Favorite Cd Tracks On Mds
Recording your favorite CD tracks on MDs — 3PGM to 3MD After programming the desired tracks using the CD Program Play feature, you can record them on MDs with the CD-MD Synchro Recording feature. • Recording one program on an MD •... - Page 38 Recording your favorite CD tracks on MDs (continued) Insert a recordable MD in the MD 1 slot. You can record only on the MD inserted in the MD 1 slot. If the MD 1 indicator is lit green, remove the already inserted Press REC/CD-MD SYNC, then turn MULTI JOG until “NORMAL ?”...
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Page 39: Recording Only The First Track On Each Cd
When recording is finished Remove the MD. “TOC Write” flashes and the recorded contents are memorized on the While “TOC Write” is flashing Do not move the unit or pull out the AC power cord to ensure complete recording. The deck updates the Table of Contents (TOC) while “TOC”... -
Page 40: Recording The Current Cd Track
Recording only the first track on each CD (continued) Press ENTER/YES. “SYNC” starts flashing, then remains lit in the display. The MD deck stands by for recording and the CD player pauses. If you use an MD with tracks already recorded on it, the MD deck automatically locates the end of the recording and starts the new recording... -
Page 41: Recording On An Md Manually
Recording on an MD manually This feature is useful when recording radio programs or from connected optional components. The system automatically locates the end of any recorded portion of an MD and starts recording from that point. To record from the radio, see page 18 for details. TAPE Insert a recordable MD (see page 18). -
Page 42: Starting Recording With 6 Seconds Of Prestored Audio Data
Starting recording with 6 seconds of prestored audio data — Time Machine Recording When recording from an FM or satellite broadcast, the first few seconds of material are often lost due to the time it takes you to ascertain the contents and press the record button. -
Page 43: Marking Track Numbers
Marking track numbers You can mark track numbers using the following methods: • Automatically during recording When you record from this system’s CD (digital recording), the track numbers are automatically marked. When recording from other sources, you can mark track numbers automatically using the Level Synchro Recording function. -
Page 44: Seconds Long
Making a space between tracks 3 seconds long — Smart Space/Auto Cut The Smart Space and Auto Cut functions let you make a blank space between tracks three seconds long automatically while making a digital recording. Smart Space If there is an extended silence of 3 to 30 seconds while digital recording, the MD deck replaces the silence with a blank of about 3 seconds and continues recording. -
Page 45: The Md Deck - Editing
The MD Deck – Editing Before you start editing You can edit the recorded tracks on an MD. By using the editing functions, you can create original MD albums without copying the MD. Editing functions • Name – Labeling MDs Use this function to label MDs and tracks. -
Page 46: Labeling An Md
Labeling an MD — Name Function You can create titles (names) for your recorded MDs and tracks. About 1,700 characters can be memorized for each MD. 4 5,10 4,7 8 CURSOR N Insert an MD you want to edit (see page 18). -
Page 47: Erasing Recordings
To cancel labeling Press p. Checking the titles To check the disc title, press DISC SKIP repeatedly to select the MD you want to check. To check the track title, turn MULTI JOG in stop mode until the track you want to check appears. -
Page 48: Erasing All Tracks
Erasing recordings (continued) Insert an MD you want to edit (see page 18). Press the MD button to switch the function to MD. Turn MULTI JOG until the track number you want to erase appears. Track number you want to erase MD1-2 ALL DISCS LEVEL SYNC... -
Page 49: Moving Recorded Tracks
Erasing a portion of a track By using the Divide (see page 50), Erase (see page 47), and Combine (see page 51) Functions, you can erase specific portions of a track. E.g.: Erasing a portion of track A Track number Original tracks After... -
Page 50: Dividing Recorded Tracks
Moving recorded tracks (continued) Turn MULTI JOG until the track number you want to move the track to (new track number) appears. Old track number LEVEL SYNC Press ENTER/YES. “MD Complete” appears for a few seconds and the track is moved. To cancel the Move Function Press p. -
Page 51: Combining Recorded Tracks
Press EDIT/NO, then turn MULTI JOG until “Divide ?” appears. Press ENTER/YES. “MD Rehearsal” and “MD Position ok?” appear alternately and the portion to be divided is played repeatedly. To shift the division point: While monitoring the sound, turn MULTI JOG to find the division point. The point moves in increments of 1/86 second (1 frame). - Page 52 Combining recorded tracks (continued) Press the MD button to switch the function to MD. Turn MULTI JOG until the first track of the two to be combined appears. For example, to combine track 1 to the end of track 4, select track 4. Press EDIT/NO, then turn MULTI JOG until “Combine ?”...
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Page 53: Undoing The Last Edit
Undoing the last edit — Undo Function This function lets you cancel the last edit and restore the contents of the MD to the condition before the edit. Note, however, that you cannot undo an edit if you do any of the following after the edit: •... -
Page 54: Sound Adjustment
Sound Adjustment Adjusting the sound You can listen to music with stronger bass or a more powerful sound. DBFB GROOVE Reinforcing the bass sound Press DBFB (Dynamic Bass Feedback). The indicator on the button lights up. Each time you press the button, the display changes as follows: n DBFB NORMAL µ... -
Page 55: Other Features
Other Features Labeling the preset stations — Station Name You can label each preset station with up to 8 characters (Station Name). The Station Name appears when you tune in the station. 4 5,10 TAPE 3,4,7 CURSOR N Press TUNER repeatedly until the band you want appears. -
Page 56: Using The Radio Data System (Rds)
Labeling the preset stations (continued) Repeat steps 6 through 8 to complete the name. If you make a mistake, press CURSOR N or n until the character you want to change flashes, then repeat steps 6 through 8. To erase a character, press EDIT/NO. - Page 57 Locating a station by program type (PTY) You can locate a station you want by selecting a program type. The system tunes in the type of programs currently being broadcast from the RDS stations stored in the tuner’s preset memory. 4,6,7 TAPE Tune in an RDS station.
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Page 58: Falling Asleep To Music
Using the Radio Data System (RDS) (continued) S. CLASSICAL Performances of major orchestras, chamber music, opera, etc. OTHER MUSIC Music, such as jazz, rhythm and blues, and reggae. ALARM Emergency broadcasts. NONE Any programming not defined above. Note “No PTY” appears when the program you selected is not currently being broadcast. -
Page 59: Waking Up To Music
Waking up to music — Daily Timer You can wake up to music at a preset time every day. Make sure you have set the clock (see page 5). CLOCK/TIMER SELECT TAPE 3,5,7 CURSOR N/n 4,5,8 Prepare the music source you want to play. -
Page 60: Timer Recording Radio Programs
Waking up to music (continued) To cancel the timer 1 Press CLOCK/TIMER SELECT, then turn MULTI JOG until “TIMER OFF ?” appears. 2 Press ENTER/YES. “DAILY” disappears from the display and the timer is canceled. When you connect the optional TC-TX515 deck to the system, you can activate the deck using the Daily Timer function without setting the timer on the deck. - Page 61 Turn MULTI JOG until the timer number (“SET REC 1 ?” – “SET REC 3 ?”) appears. TUNED STEREO Press ENTER/YES. The day of the week indication flashes. “SUN” – “SAT”: Select this to timer record with the same setting on the same day every week.
- Page 62 Timer recording radio programs (continued) To check the timer Follow the procedure in “To turn on or off the timer” (see page 61). Select the timer number you want to check in step 1 and select “ON” in step 2. The setting appears at the end of the procedure.
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Page 63: Additional Information
If you transport the system without the cartridge inserted, it may damage the MD deck. If you have any questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer. On the speaker system Although this speaker system is magnetically shielded, there may be cases where the picture on some TV sets becomes magnetically distorted. - Page 64 System limitations of MDs The recording system in your MD deck has the limitations described below. Note, however, that these limitations are due to the inherent nature of the MD recording system itself, not to mechanical causes. “Disc Full” lights up before the MD has reached the maximum recording time (60 or 74 minutes) When 255 tracks have been recorded on the MD,...
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Page 65: Using The Self-Diagnostic Display
The display shows a code made up of three letters and a message alternately to show you the problem. To solve the problem, refer to the following list. If any problem persists, consult your nearest Sony dealer. DISCS C11/MD Protected The MD is protected against erasure. - Page 66 Troubleshooting (continued) A code made up of three letters and message flash alternately. •The Self-Diagnostic function is working. Solve the problem referring to the check list (page 65). Speakers Sound comes from one channel or the left and right volume are unbalanced. •Check the speaker connections and speaker placement.
- Page 67 Tuner Severe hum or noise (“TUNED” or “STEREO” flashes in the display). • Adjust the antenna. • The signal strength is too weak. Connect an external antenna. A stereo FM program is not received in stereo. • Press STEREO/MONO so “STEREO” appears.
- Page 68 Troubleshooting (continued) No Name The selected MD or track is not labeled. No Track The inserted MD has a disc title but no tracks. OVER You have reached the end of the last track during high-speed search. Position ok? The MD is playing the division point during Divide Function.
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Page 69: Specifications
Specifications Amplifier section For the U.S. model AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: With 6 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 70 – 20,000 Hz; rated 25 watts per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 0.9% total harmonic distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output. - Page 70 Specifications (continued) Other models: Antenna Intermediate frequency Speaker SS-MD515 Speaker system Speaker units Woofer: Tweeter: Nominal impedance General Power requirements North American model: European model: Other models: Power consumption Dimensions Amplifier/Tuner/MD/CD section: Speakers: Mass Amplifier/Tuner/MD/CD section: Speakers: Supplied accessories: Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Page 71: Index
Index Adjusting the sound 54 the volume 13 Analog recording 33 Antennas 4, 11 Auto Cut 44 Automatic Source Selection Batteries 9 CD player 20 CD-MD Synchro Recording CD-TEXT 27 Clock setting 5 Combine Function 51 Connecting. See Hooking up Daily Timer 59 DBFB 54 Detachable controller 9... - Page 72 Sony Corporation Printed in Japan...