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Troubleshooting; Specifications - Sony CMT-BX20i Operating Instructions

Micro & mini shelf systems: mini hifi component system

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Other Operations
Creating your own program
Using the Timers
(Program Play)
The system offers two timer functions. If you use the Play
Timer with the Sleep Timer, the Sleep Timer has priority.
1
Press FUNCTION +/ (or FUNCTION on the unit)
Use buttons on the remote to use the timer functions.
repeatedly to select the CD function.
Sleep Timer:
2
Press PLAY MODE
repeatedly until "PGM" appears
You can fall asleep to music. This function works even if
while the player is stopped.
the clock is not set.
3
Press /
repeatedly until the desired
Press SLEEP
repeatedly. If you select "AUTO, " the
track or file number appears.
system automatically turns off after the current disc stops
When programming files, press
+/
repeatedly
or in 100 minutes.
to select the desired folder, and then select the desired
Play Timer:
file.
You can wake up to CD, tuner or iPod at a preset time.
Make sure you have set the clock.
1
Prepare the sound source.
Prepare the sound source, and then press VOLUME
+/
to adjust the volume.
Selected track or file
Total playing time of program
number
(including selected track
To start from a specific track or file, create your own
or file)
program.
2
Press TIMER MENU
.
4
Press
(or ENTER on the unit)
to add the track
3
Press /
repeatedly to select "PLAY SET?, " and
or file to the program.
then press
.
" . " appears when the total program time
"ON" appears, and the hour indication flashes.
exceeds 100 minutes for a CD, or when you select a
4
Set the time to start playback.
CD track whose number is 21 or over, or when you
select an MP3 file.
Press /
repeatedly to set the hour, and then
5
press
.
Repeat steps 3 through 4 to program additional
tracks or files, up to a total of 25 tracks or files.
The minute indication flashes. Use the procedure
above to set the minutes.
6
To play your program of tracks or files, press  (or
CD  on the unit)
.
5
Use the same procedure as in step 4 to set the time
to stop playback.
The program remains available until you open the disc
tray. To play the same program again, press  (or
6
Select the sound source.
CD  on the unit)
.
Press /
repeatedly until the desired sound
source appears, and then press
To cancel Program Play
shows the timer settings.
Press PLAY MODE
repeatedly until "PGM"
7
Press 
to turn off the system.
disappears while the player is stopped.
The system turns on 15 seconds before the preset time.
If the system is on at the preset time, the Play Timer
To delete the last track or file of the program
will not play.
Press CLEAR
while the player is stopped.
To activate or check the timer again
Presetting radio stations
1
Press TIMER MENU
.
"TIMER SEL?" flashes in the display.
You can preset your favorite radio stations and tune
2
Press
.
them in instantly by selecting the corresponding preset
3
number.
Press /
repeatedly to select "PLAY SEL?, " then
Use buttons on the remote to preset stations.
press
.
1
Tune in the desired station (See "Listening to the
To cancel the timer
radio").
Repeat the same procedure as above until "TIMER
2
Press TUNER MEMORY
.
OFF?" appears in step 3, and then press
To change the setting
Start over from step 1.
Note on the iPod touch user
Preset number
The Play Timer may not be activated depending on the status of the
connected iPod touch.
3
Press +/
repeatedly to select your desired
Tip
preset number.
The Play Timer setting remains as long as the setting is not canceled
manually.
If another station is already assigned to the selected
preset number, the station is replaced by the new
stations.
4
Press
.
5
Repeat steps 1 through 4 to store other stations.
You can preset up to 20 FM and 10 AM stations. The
preset stations are retained for about half a day even
if you disconnect the power cord or if a power failure
occurs.
6
To call up a preset radio station, press TUNING
MODE
repeatedly until "PRESET" appears, and
then press +/
repeatedly to select the desired
preset number.
. The display
.
iPod

Troubleshooting

There is no sound.
 Make sure the iPod is connected securely.
1
Make sure the power cord and speaker cords are
 Make sure the iPod is playing music.
correctly and firmly connected.
 Adjust the volume.
2
Find your problem in the checklist below, and take
the indicated corrective action.
The sound is distorted.
 Turn down the volume.
If the issue persists, contact your nearest Sony dealer.
 Set the "EQ" setting of the iPod to "Off " or "Flat. "
If the STANDBY indicator flashes
Immediately unplug the power cord, and check the
The iPod cannot be charged.
following items.
 Make sure the iPod is connected securely.
 If your system has a voltage selector, is the voltage
selector set to the correct voltage?
 Are you using only the supplied speakers?
Messages
 Is anything blocking the ventilation holes on the top
or back of the system?
 Is the iPod connector
short-circuited?
CD Over: You have reached the end of the disc while
After the STANDBY indicator
stops flashing,
pressing 
during playback or pause.
reconnect the power cord, and turn on the system. If
Complete: The preset operation ended normally.
the issue persists, contact your nearest Sony dealer.
LOCKED: The disc tray does not open. Contact your
nearest Sony dealer.
General
No Disc: There is no disc in the system, or you have
loaded a disc that cannot be played.
Sound comes from one channel, or the left and
No Step: All of the programmed tracks or files have been
right volumes are unbalanced.
erased.
Place the speakers as symmetrically as possible.
Push STOP!: You pressed PLAY MODE
Connect only the supplied speakers.
playback.
Reading: The system is reading information of the disc.
Severe hum or noise.
Some buttons are not available.
Move the system away from sources of noise.
Step Full!: You tried to program more than 26 tracks or
Connect the system to a different wall socket.
files (steps).
Install a noise filter (available separately) to the power
TIME NG!: The Play Timer start and end times are set to
cord.
the same time.
The remote does not function.
Remove any obstacles between the remote and the
Precautions
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.
Discs that this system CAN play
Audio CD
CD/MP3 player
CD-R/CD-RW (audio data/MP3 files)
The sound skips, or the disc will not play.
Discs that this system CANNOT play
Wipe the disc clean, and replace it.
CD-ROM
Move the system to a location away from vibration (for
CD-R/CD-RW other than those recorded in music CD
example, on top of a stable stand).
format or MP3 format conforming to ISO9660 Level
Move the speakers away from the system, or place them
1/Level 2, Joliet or multisession
on separate stands. At high volume, speaker vibration
CD-R/CD-RW recorded in multisession that have not
may cause the sound to skip.
ended by "closing the session"
CD-R/CD-RW of poor recording quality, CD-R/CD-
Play does not start from the first track.
RW that have scratches or are dirty, or CD-R/CD-RW
 Press PLAY MODE
repeatedly until both "PGM"
recorded with an incompatible recording device
and "SHUF" disappear to return to normal play.
CD-R/CD-RW which is finalized incorrectly
Starting playback takes more time than usual.
Discs containing files other than MPEG 1 Audio Layer-
3 (MP3) files
The following discs take a longer time to start playback.
Discs of non-standard shape (for example, heart,
a disc recorded with a complicated tree structure.
square, star)
a disc recorded in multisession mode.
Discs that have adhesive tape, paper, or sticker attached
a disc that has not been finalized (a disc to which data
to them
can be added).
Rental or used discs with attached seals where the glue
a disc that has many folders.
extends beyond the seal
Discs that have labels printed using ink that feels tacky
Tuner
when touched
Severe hum or noise, or stations cannot be
Notes on discs
received. ("TUNED" or "STEREO" flashes on the
Before playing, wipe the disc with a cleaning cloth from
display.)
the center out to the edge.
Connect the antenna properly.
Do not clean discs with solvents, such as benzine
Find a location and an orientation that provide good
thinner, or commercially available cleaners or anti-
reception, and then set up the antenna again.
static spray intended for vinyl LPs.
Keep the antenna away from the speaker cords and the
Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources
power cord to avoid picking up noise.
such as hot air ducts, nor leave it in a car parked in
Connect a commercially available external antenna.
direct sunlight.
Consult your nearest Sony dealer if the supplied AM
Note on DualDiscs
antenna has come off the plastic stand.
A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which mates
Turn off nearby electrical equipment.
DVD recorded material on one side with digital
audio material on the other side. However, since the
To change the AM tuning interval
audio material side does not conform to the Compact
The AM tuning interval is factory-preset to 9 kHz (or
Disc (CD) standard, playback on this product is not
10 kHz, for some areas).
guaranteed.
Use buttons on the unit to change the AM tuning
interval.
Music discs encoded with copyright protection
technologies
1
Tune in any AM station, and then turn off the
system.
This product is designed to playback discs that conform
to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. Recently, various
2
, press 
While holding down ENTER
.
music discs encoded with copyright protection
All the AM preset stations are erased. To reset the
technologies are marketed by some record companies.
interval to the factory preset, repeat the procedure.
Please be aware that among those discs, there are some
that do not conform to the CD standard and may not be
To improve tuner reception
playable by this product.
Turn off CD player power by using the CD power
Copyrights
management function. By default, CD power is turned on.
 iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S.
1
Press FUNCTION +/ (or FUNCTION on the unit)
and other countries.
repeatedly to select the CD function, and then turn
 MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents
off the system.
licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
2
After "STANDBY" stops flashing, press 
on the
 All other trademarks and registered trademarks are of
unit while holding down CANCEL
on the unit.
their respective holders. In this manual,
"CD POWER OFF" appears. With CD player power
are not specified.
turned off, disc access time is increased. To turn on
On safety
CD player power, repeat the procedure until "CD
Completely disconnect the power cord (mains lead)
POWER ON" appears.
from the wall socket (mains) if it is not going to be used
for an extended period of time. When unplugging the
To reset the system to factory settings
unit, always grip the plug. Never pull the cord itself.
If the system still does not operate properly, reset the
Should any solid object or liquid get into the system,
system to factory settings.
unplug the system, and have it checked by qualified
Use buttons on the unit to reset the unit to its factory
personnel before operating it again.
default settings.
The AC power cord can be changed only by a qualified
1
Disconnect and reconnect the power cord, and then
service facility.
turn on the system.
2
Press 
and CANCEL
, VOL +
at the
same time.
All user-configured settings, such as preset radio
stations, timer, and the clock, are deleted.
On placement
Speaker
Speaker system: Full-range, bass-reflex, 10 cm, cone type
Do not place the system in an inclined position or in
Rated impedance: 6 ohms
locations that are extremely hot, cold, dusty, dirty, or
Dimensions (w/h/d): Approx. 140 × 245 × 215 mm
humid or lacking adequate ventilation, or subject to
Mass: Approx. 1.9 kg net
General
vibration, direct sunlight or a bright light.
Power requirements:
Be careful when placing the unit or speakers on
North American model: 120 V AC, 60 Hz
surfaces that have been specially treated (for example,
Australian model: 230  240 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Other models: 120 V, 220 V, 230  240 V AC, 50/60 Hz, adjustable with
with wax, oil, polish) as staining or discoloration of the
voltage selector
surface may result.
Power consumption: 63 watts
If the system is brought directly from a cold to a warm
Dimensions (w/h/d) (excl. speakers): Approx. 215 × 140 × 298 mm
Mass (excl. speakers): Approx. 3.9 kg
location or is placed in a very damp room, moisture
may condense on the lens inside the CD player, and
Supplied accessories: Remote Commander (1)/R6 (Size AA) batteries (2)/AM
loop antenna (1)/FM lead antenna (1)/iPod Dock Adaptors (1 set) (Except for
cause the system to malfunction. In this situation,
Australian model)
remove the disc, and leave the system turned on for
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
about an hour until the moisture evaporates.
On heat buildup
Heat buildup on the unit during operation is normal
and is not cause for alarm.
Do not touch the cabinet if it has been used
continuously at a high volume because the cabinet may
have become hot.
Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.
On the speaker system
This speaker system is not magnetically shielded, and
the picture on nearby TV sets may become magnetically
distorted. In this situation, turn off the TV, wait 15 to 30
minutes, and turn it back on.
during
If there is no improvement, move the speakers far away
from the TV.
Cleaning the cabinet
Clean this system with a soft cloth slightly moistened
with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type
of abrasive pad, scouring powder, or solvent, such as
thinner, benzine, or alcohol.

Specifications

Main unit
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION:
(The United States model only)
With 6 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 120  10,000 Hz; rated 25 watts
per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 10% total harmonic
distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output.
Amplifier section
DIN power output (rated):
18 + 18 W (6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN)
Continuous RMS power output (reference): 25 + 25 W (6 ohms at 1 kHz,
10% THD)
Inputs
AUDIO IN (stereo mini jack): voltage 250 mV, impedance 47 kilohms
Outputs
PHONES (stereo mini jack): accepts headphones of 8 ohms or more
SPEAKER: accepts impedance of 6 to 16 ohms
CD player section
System: Compact disc and digital audio system
Laser Diode Properties
Emission Duration: Continuous
Laser Output*: Less than 44.6µW
* This output is the value measurement at a distance of 200mm from the
objective lens surface on the Optical Pick-up Block with 7mm aperture.
Frequency response: 20 Hz  20 kHz
Signal-to-noise ratio: More than 90 dB
Dynamic range: More than 90 dB
Tuner section
FM stereo, FM/AM superheterodyne tuner
FM tuner section:
Tuning range:
North American model: 87.5  108.0 MHz (100 kHz step)
Other models: 87.5  108.0 MHz (50 kHz step)
Antenna: FM lead antenna
Antenna terminals: 75 ohms unbalanced
Intermediate frequency: 10.7 MHz
AM tuner section:
Tuning range:
North American model:
530  1,710 kHz (with 10 kHz tuning interval)
531  1,710 kHz (with 9 kHz tuning interval)
Australian model:
531  1,710 kHz (with 9 kHz tuning interval)
530  1,710 kHz (with 10 kHz tuning interval)
Other models:
531  1,602 kHz (with 9 kHz tuning interval)
530  1,610 kHz (with 10 kHz tuning interval)
Antenna: AM loop antenna, external antenna terminal
Intermediate frequency: 450 kHz
iPod section
Compatible iPod models:
iPod nano 3rd
generation
(video)
iPod classic
iPod touch
iPod nano 2nd
iPod nano 1st
iPod 5th
generation
generation
generation
(aluminum)
(video)
TM
and ® marks
iPod mini
iPod 4th
iPod 4th
generation
generation
(color display)
 Standby power consumption: 0.5 W
 Halogenated flame retardants are not used in the
certain printed wiring boards.
 Halogenated flame retardants are not used in cabinets.
(Except for the United States model)

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