Sony CMT-DF1 Operating Instructions Manual
Sony CMT-DF1 Operating Instructions Manual

Sony CMT-DF1 Operating Instructions Manual

Sony micro hi-fi component system operating instructions
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2-893-195-13(1)
Micro HI-FI
Component
System
Operating Instructions
CMT-DF1
©2006 Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1 2-893-195-13(1) Micro HI-FI Component System Operating Instructions CMT-DF1 ©2006 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 2 WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the ventilation of the apparatus with newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc. And do not place lighted candles on the apparatus. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not place objects filled with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents How to use this manual... 4 Playable discs... 4 Getting Started Hooking up the system... 7 Selecting a language ... 10 Disc – Basic Play Loading a disc ... 11 Playing a disc ... 11 — Normal Play Playing DVDs using the menu...
  • Page 4: How To Use This Manual

    How to use this manual • This manual mainly explains operations using the remote, but the same operations can also be performed using the buttons on the unit having the same or similar names. • The OSD (on-screen display) may vary depending on the country model.
  • Page 5 Region code of DVDs you can play on this system Your system has a region code printed on the back of the unit and will only play DVDs labeled with identical region code. DVDs labeled will also be played on this system.
  • Page 6 Music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies This product is designed to playback discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. Recently, various music discs encoded with copyright protection technologies are marketed by some record companies. Please be aware that among those discs, there are some that do not conform to the CD standard and may not be playable by this product.
  • Page 7: Getting Started

    Getting Started Hooking up the system Perform the following procedures 1 to 7 to hook up your system using the supplied cords and accessories. Front speaker (Right) 1 Connect the speakers. There is no right or left designation for the speakers.
  • Page 8 Note Keep the antennas away from the speaker cords. 3 Connect a TV. Select one of the following connections. Connection A If your TV has component video input jacks, connect your TV to the COMPONENT VIDEO OUT jacks with a component video cord (not supplied).
  • Page 9 6 Turn on the system. Press POWER on the unit. After you press POWER on the unit and turn on the power, you can turn the system on and off by pressing ?/1 on the remote. Notes • Power remains supplied to the system until you press POWER on the unit again to set it to off.
  • Page 10: Selecting A Language

    Selecting a language You can change the on-screen display language. Turn on your TV and select the video input. Press ?/1 to turn on the system. Press DVD (or FUNCTION + or – repeatedly) to switch the function to DVD. Playback starts automatically if a disc with auto playback function is loaded.
  • Page 11: Disc - Basic Play

    Disc – Basic Play Loading a disc Press Z OPEN on the unit. Place a disc with the label side up in the disc compartment so that the hole in the center of the disc fits snugly over the holder. Set the disc so that the hole in the center of the...
  • Page 12: Other Operations

    Other operations Do this Stop play Press x. Press X (or Pause Press H (or resume play. Press . or > repeatedly during Select a track or chapter play or pause. Press . once during play or pause to go back to the beginning of the current track or chapter.
  • Page 13: Playing Dvds Using The Menu

    Playing DVDs using the menu A DVD is divided into a lot of sections, which make up a picture or music feature. These sections are called “titles.” When you play a DVD which contains several titles, you can select the title you want using TOP MENU. When you play DVDs that allow you to select items such as the language for the subtitles and the language for the sound, select these items...
  • Page 14: Playing Mp3/Jpeg/Divx ® Files

    To cancel playback with PBC functions Press x twice to cancel Resume Play (page 12). Press SETUP. The Setup Menu appears. Press < or , repeatedly to select “Preference Page,” then press ENTER. Press M or m repeatedly to select “PBC,” then press ENTER.
  • Page 15 Other operations Do this Press x when playing an MP3 file or Stop play DivX file. Press MENU/PBC when playing a JPEG file. Pause Press X (or on the unit). Press H (or on the unit) to resume play. Press m or M (or hold down m Locate a point quickly in fast or M on the unit) during play.
  • Page 16: Disc - Various Play

    • The following discs take a longer time to start playback. – a disc recorded with complicated tree structure. – a disc recorded in Multi Session. – a disc to which data can be added (non-finalized disc). • Some CD-Rs or CD-RWs cannot be played on this system depending on file format.
  • Page 17: Playing In Random Order

    Using the on-screen display Press REPEAT repeatedly during play. Each time you press the button, the setting changes cyclically as follows: x When playing a DVD • No display: does not play repeatedly. • Chapter: repeats the current chapter. • Title: repeats the current title. •...
  • Page 18: Using The On-Screen Display To Search

    To cancel Random Play x When playing a DVD/VIDEO CD/CD Press RANDOM repeatedly until “Random” disappears. x When playing a JPEG/DivX file Press RANDOM repeatedly until “Off” appears. Notes • You cannot perform Random Play during PBC playback of VIDEO CDs (page 13). •...
  • Page 19 Searching for a track (VIDEO CD only) Press SEARCH during play. The Menu Display appears. Press M or m repeatedly to select “Track,” then press ENTER. Press the number buttons to select the desired track number. Playback starts from the selected number. Press SEARCH to turn off the Menu Display.
  • Page 20: Disc - Various Functions

    Disc – Various functions Changing the sound/ subtitle/angle Changing the sound When playing a DVD or DATA CD/DATA DVD (DivX files) recorded in multiple audio formats (PCM, Dolby Digital, MPEG audio or DTS), you can change the audio format. If the DVD is recorded with multilingual tracks, you can also change the language.
  • Page 21: Changing The Language

    Displaying the subtitles (DVD only) With DVDs on which multilingual subtitles are recorded, you can change the subtitle language while playing a DVD, or turn the subtitles on or off whenever you want. Press SUBTITLE repeatedly during play. Each time you press the button, the language changes.
  • Page 22: Adjusting The Image Settings

    Adjusting the image settings — General Setup/Video Setup Press SETUP in stop mode. The Setup Menu appears. Press < or , repeatedly to select “General Setup Page” or “Video Setup Page,” then press ENTER. Press M or m repeatedly to select an item, then press ENTER.
  • Page 23 Notes • If you cannot play a downloaded DivX VOD file that you have recorded on a CD-R, the rental period may have elapsed. Other possible reasons may be that the version is incorrect, or the settings were incorrect when you downloaded the file or recorded it on a CD-R.
  • Page 24: Adjusting The Audio Settings

    Adjusting the audio settings — Audio Setup Press SETUP in stop mode. The Setup Menu appears. Press < or , repeatedly to select “Audio Setup Page,” then press ENTER. Press M or m repeatedly to select “Speaker Setup” or “SPDIF Setup,” then press ENTER.
  • Page 25: Restricting Disc Playback

    Restricting disc playback — Parental Control Setting the password The password is set to “136900” at the factory. Before setting Parental Control, change the password to a 6-digit number of your choice. If you forget the password, you can also set a new password by this same method.
  • Page 26 Enter your 6-digit password using the number buttons, then press ENTER. The Parental Control setting is completed. If you enter the 6-digit password but “OK” is not selected automatically, the password you entered was incorrect. Enter the correct password. If you make a mistake while entering the password, either continue entering numbers until the entry box is cleared, or press m to select “OK,”...
  • Page 27: System Setup Item List

    System setup item list When you press SETUP in stop mode, the following settings are displayed. The default settings are underlined. Note To select “Preference Page,” first cancel Resume Play (page 12). General Setup Page (page 22) TV Display Normal/PS Normal/LB Wide Angle Mark...
  • Page 28: Tuner

    Tuner Presetting radio stations You can preset up to 20 FM stations and 20 AM stations. You can then tune in any of those stations simply by selecting the corresponding preset number. Press TUNER/BAND repeatedly to select “FM” or “AM.” Press TUNING + or –...
  • Page 29: Manual Tuning

    Listening to non-preset radio station — Manual Tuning Press TUNER/BAND repeatedly to select “FM” or “AM.” Press TUNING + or – repeatedly to tune in the desired station. To cut the sound Press MUTING. Press MUTING again or VOLUME + to restore sound.
  • Page 30: Tape - Recording

    Tape – Recording Recording on a tape You can record a disc (DVD, VIDEO CD, CD and MP3) or radio program on a tape. Use buttons on the unit for the operation. Load a recordable tape. Press FUNCTION repeatedly to select the desired source to record.
  • Page 31 Mixing and recording sounds You can “mix” sounds by playing one of the components and singing or speaking into a microphone (not supplied). The mixed sound can be recorded on a tape. Use buttons on the unit for the operation. Prepare the source you want to mix.
  • Page 32: Display

    Display Viewing information about the disc in the front panel display You can check the playing time and remaining time of the current track or that of the disc. Press DISPLAY during play. Each time you press the button, the display changes cyclically as follows: x When playing a DVD Elapsed playing time of the current title t...
  • Page 33: Optional Components

    Transmit time 0.5 (Default) Notes • This function is only for SONY TV series, however, some TV products may also not work. • If this function does not work, change the transmit time. The transmit time varies depending on the TV.
  • Page 34: Hooking Up Optional Components

    Hooking up optional components To enhance your system, you can connect optional components. Refer to the operating instructions provided with each component. TV or projector To the component video input jack of the TV or projector To the video input jack of the TV A DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack Use a digital optical cord (square, not supplied)
  • Page 35: Enjoying The 5.1 Channel Sound With The Optional Amplifier

    Notes • When playing MP3 files, sound is not output from the DIGITAL OUT (OPTICAL) jack. • You can record digital audio from this system only when DVD function is selected. • You cannot make a digital recording of a copy guarded disc using a digital component connected to this system.
  • Page 36: Recording On A Connected Component

    Recording on a connected component Connect a digital optical cord. See “Hooking up optional components” (page 34). Press DVD (or FUNCTION + or – repeatedly) to switch the function to DVD. Playback starts automatically if a disc with auto playback function is loaded. Press x to stop playback.
  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    Find your problem in the troubleshooting checklist below and take the indicated corrective action. If the problem persists after doing all of the above, consult your nearest Sony dealer. Note that if service personnel changes some parts during repair, these parts may be retained. General There is no sound.
  • Page 38 The sound skips. • Wipe the disc clean (page 43). • Replace the disc. • Try moving the system to a place without vibration (e.g., on top of a stable stand). • Try moving the speakers away from the system, or placing them on separate stands.
  • Page 39 • Locate the antennas as far away from the speaker cords as possible. • Consult your nearest Sony dealer if the supplied AM antenna has come off the plastic stand. • Try turning off surrounding electrical equipment. continued...
  • Page 40 A stereo FM program cannot be received in stereo. • Press FM MODE repeatedly until “MONO” disappears. Tape deck The tape does not record or play, or there is a decrease in sound level. • The heads are dirty. Clean them (page 43). •...
  • Page 41: Messages

    Messages One of the following messages may appear or flash in the front panel display during operation. DVD/VIDEO CD/CD/MP3/JPEG/ DivX LOAD The disc information is being loaded. NO DISC • There is no disc in the unit. • A disc that cannot be played was loaded. •...
  • Page 42: Additional Information

    Remove the disc and leave the system turned on for about an hour until the moisture evaporates. • When you move the system, take out any disc. If you have any questions or problems concerning your system, please consult your nearest Sony dealer.
  • Page 43 Notes on discs • Before playing, clean the disc with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the disc from the center out. • Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, commercially available cleaners or anti-static spray intended for vinyl LPs. • Do not expose the disc to direct sunlight or heat sources such as hot air ducts, nor leave it in a car parked in direct sunlight.
  • Page 44: Specifications

    Specifications Amplifier section European and Russian models: DIN power output (rated): 3.6 + 3.6 watts (4 ohms at Continuous RMS power output (reference): Music power output (reference): Other models: The following measured at AC 120 V, 220 V, 240 V, 50/60 Hz DIN power output (rated): 3.6 + 3.6 watts Continuous RMS power output (reference):...
  • Page 45: Glossary

    Speaker Speaker system Full range, bass-reflex type, magnetically shielded type Speaker units Full range: 10 cm, cone type Nominal impedance 4 ohms Dimensions (w/h/d) Approx. 145 × 212 × 187 mm Mass Approx. 1.4 kg net per speaker General Power requirements European and Russian models: 230 V AC, 50/60 Hz Australian model:...
  • Page 46 A disc that contains up to 8 hours of moving pictures even though its diameter is the same as a CD. The data capacity of a single-layer and single- sided DVD, at 4.7 GB (Giga Byte), is 7 times that of a CD. Furthermore, the data capacity of a dual-layer and single-sided DVD is 8.5 GB, a single-layer and double-sided DVD 9.4 GB, and a dual-layer and double-sided DVD 17 GB.
  • Page 47 Parental Control A function of the DVD to limit playback of the disc by the age of the users according to the limitation level in each country/region. The limitation varies from disc to disc; when it is activated, playback is completely prohibited, violent scenes are skipped or replaced with other scenes and so on.
  • Page 48 VIDEO CD A compact disc that contains moving pictures. The picture data uses the MPEG 1 format, one of the worldwide standards for digital compression technology. The picture data is compressed to about 1/140 of its original size. Consequently, a 12 cm VIDEO CD can contain up to 74 minutes of moving pictures.
  • Page 49: List Of Button Locations And Reference Pages

    List of button locations and reference pages How to use this page Use this page to find the location of buttons and other parts of the system that are mentioned in the text. Main unit ALPHABETICAL ORDER A – O Cassette compartment qg (29) Disc compartment 7 (11) DISPLAY qs (32)
  • Page 50: Remote Control

    Remote control ALPHABETICAL ORDER A – R ANGLE 5 (21) AUDIO 4 (20, 30) CLEAR ef (33) DSGX wf (30, 33) DVD eh (10, 11, 13, 14, 23, 26, ENTER qs wg (10, 13, 14, 18, 21, 22, 24, 25, 28, 33, 35) FM MODE eg (29) FUNCTION +/–...
  • Page 52 Sony Corporation Printed in China...

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