Sony cmt-nez50 User Manual

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CMT-NEZ50.GB.2-663-704-13(1)
Other Operations
Creating your own CD program 
(Program Play)
Use buttons on the remote to create your own program.
Press CD  to select the CD function.
Press PLAY MODE  repeatedly until “PGM” 
appears while the player is stopped.
Press 
/  repeatedly until the desired 
track number appears.
When programming MP3 files, press 
 +/– (select 
folder)  repeatedly to select the desired folder, and 
then select the desired file.
Selected track or file number
Total playing time of program 
(including selected track or file)
Press ENTER  to add the track or file to the 
program.
“– –.– –” appears when the total time exceeds 100 
minutes for a CD, or when you select an MP3 file.
Repeat steps 3 through 4 to program additional 
tracks or files, up to a total of 25 tracks or files.
To play your program of tracks or files, press 
 
(play) .
The program remains available until you open the CD 
compartment. To play the same program again, select 
the CD function, and press 
 (play) .
To cancel Program Play
Press PLAY MODE  repeatedly until both “PGM” and 
“SHUF” disappear while the player is stopped.
To delete the last track or file of the program
Press CLEAR  while the player is stopped.
To view program information, such as total 
track number of the program
Press DISPLAY  repeatedly.
Presetting radio stations
You can preset your favorite radio stations and tune 
them in instantly by selecting the corresponding preset 
number. 
Use buttons on the remote to preset stations.
Tune in the desired station (see “Listening to the 
radio”).
Press TUNER MEMORY .
Preset number
Press +/–  repeatedly to select your desired 
preset number.
If another station is already assigned to the selected 
preset number, the station is replaced by the new 
stations.
Press ENTER .
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.
To call up a preset radio station, press TUNING 
MODE  repeatedly until “PRESET” appears, 
and then press +/–  repeatedly to select the 
desired preset number.
Recording onto a tape
You can record on a TYPE I (normal) tape in two ways: 
CD Synchro Recording:
You can record an entire CD onto a tape.
Manual Recording:
You can record just the portions you like from a sound 
source, including connected audio components.
Use buttons on the unit to control tape recording.
Load a recordable tape with the side you want to 
record facing forward.
Prepare the recording source.
For CD Synchro Recording:
Press CD  on the remote to select the CD function.
Load the disc you want to record.
When recording a folder from an MP3 disc, press 
PLAY MODE  repeatedly to select “
” and then 
press 
 +/– (select folder)  repeatedly to select 
the desired folder.
To record only your favorite CD tracks in your desired 
order, perform steps 2 through 5 of “Creating your 
own CD program.”
For Manual Recording:
Select the desired source to record.
Set the tape deck to stand by for recording.
For CD Synchro Recording:
Press CD SYNC .
For Manual Recording:
Press 
 PAUSE/START .
Start recording.
While recording, you cannot listen to other sources.
For CD Synchro Recording:
Press 
 PAUSE/START . When the recording 
is completed, the CD player and the tape deck stop 
automatically. If you are recording onto a tape and 
the tape reaches the end of the front side part-way 
through a track or file, “TURN TAPE” appears. Turn 
the tape over to the reverse side, re-insert it, and 
“PUSH REC” appears. And then press 
 PAUSE/
START .
For Manual Recording:
Press 
 PAUSE/START , and then start playing 
the desired recording source.
If there is noise while recording from the tuner, 
reposition the appropriate antenna to reduce the noise.
To stop recording
Press 
 (stop) .
Note
Recording stops if you change to a different function.
Using the Timers
The system offers three timer functions. You cannot 
activate both the Play Timer and the Rec Timer at the 
same time. If you use either with the Sleep Timer, the 
Sleep Timer has priority. 
Sleep Timer:
You can fall asleep to music. This function works even if 
the clock is not set.
Press SLEEP  on the remote repeatedly. If you select 
“AUTO,” the system automatically turns off after the 
current disc or tape stops or in 100 minutes.
Do not select “AUTO” during Synchro Recording of a 
tape.
Play Timer:
You can wake up to CD, tape or tuner at a preset time. 
Rec Timer:
You can record a preset radio station at a specified time.
Use buttons on the remote to control the Play Timer and 
the Rec Timer. Make sure you have set the clock.
Prepare the sound source.
For Play Timer:
Prepare the sound source, and then press VOLUME 
+/–  to adjust the volume.
To start from a specific CD track or MP3 file, create 
your own CD program.
For Rec Timer:
Tune in the preset radio station.
Press CLOCK/TIMER SET .
Press 
/  repeatedly to select “PLAY 
SET” or “REC SET” then press ENTER .
“ON TIME” appears, and the hour indication flashes.
Set the time to start playing or recording.
  Press 
/  repeatedly to set the hour, 
and then press ENTER .
The minute indication flashes. Use the procedure 
above to set the minute.
Use the same procedure as in step 4 to set the 
time to stop playing or recording.
Select the sound source or prepare the tape.
For Play Timer:
Press 
/  repeatedly until the desired 
sound source appears, and then press ENTER . The 
display shows the timer settings.
For Rec Timer:
Load a recordable tape. The display shows the timer 
settings.
Press 
 (power)  to turn off the system.
The system turns on 15 seconds before the preset 
time. If the system is on at the preset time, the Play 
Timer and the Rec Timer will not play or record.
To activate or check the timer again
Press CLOCK/TIMER SELECT , press 
/  
repeatedly until “PLAY SEL” or “REC SEL” appears, 
and then press ENTER .
To cancel the timer
Repeat the same procedure as above until “OFF” 
appears, and then press ENTER .
To change the setting
Start over from step 1.
Tips
• The Play Timer setting remains as long as the setting is not canceled 
manually.
• The volume is reduced to minimum during the Rec Timer.
• The Rec Timer is canceled automatically after the Rec Timer has 
been activated.
Make sure the power cord and speaker cords are 
correctly and firmly connected.
Find your problem in the checklist below, and 
take the indicated corrective action.
If the issue persists, contact your nearest Sony dealer.
If the STANDBY indicator flashes
Immediately unplug the power cord, and check the 
following item.
• If your system has a voltage selector, is the voltage 
selector set to the correct voltage?
• Are the + and – speaker cords short-circuited?
• Are you using only the supplied speakers?
• Is anything blocking the ventilation holes on the 
back of the system?
After the STANDBY indicator 
 stops flashing, 
reconnect the power cord, and turn on the system. If 
the issue persists, contact your nearest Sony dealer.
General
Sound comes from one channel, or the left 
and right volumes are unbalanced.
• Place the speakers as symmetrically as possible.
• Connect only the supplied speakers.
Severe hum or noise.
• Move the system away from sources of noise.
• Connect the system to a different wall socket.
• Install a noise filter (available separately) to the power 
cord.
The remote does not function.
• Remove any obstacles between the remote and the 
remote sensor  on the unit, and position the unit 
away from fluorescent lights.
• Point the remote at the system’s sensor.
• Move the remote closer to the system.
CD/MP3 player
The sound skips, or the disc will not play.
• Wipe the disc clean, and replace it.
• Move the system to a location away from vibration (for 
example, on top of a stable stand).
• Move the speakers away from the system, or place 
them on separate stands. At high volume, speaker 
vibration may cause the sound to skip.
Play does not start from the first track.
• Return to Normal Play by pressing PLAY MODE  
repeatedly until both “PGM” and “SHUF” disappear.
Starting playback takes more time than usual.
• The following discs take a longer time to start playback.
– a disc recorded with a complicated tree structure.
– a disc recorded in multisession mode.
– a disc that has not been finalized (a disc to which data 
can be added).
– a disc that has many folders.
Tuner
Severe hum or noise, or stations cannot be 
received. 
• Connect the antenna properly.
• Find a location and an orientation that provide good 
reception, and then set up the antenna again.
• Keep the antennas away from the speaker cords and the 
power cord to avoid picking up noise.
• Connect a commercially available external antenna.
• Turn off nearby electrical equipment.
Tape deck
The sound exhibits excessive wow or flutter 
or dropout.
• Clean the capstans and pinch rollers. Also, clean and 
demagnetize the tape heads. See “Precautions” for details.
To change the AM tuning interval
The AM tuning interval is factory-preset to 9 kHz (or 10 
kHz, for some areas; this function is not available on the 
European model).
Use buttons on the unit to change the AM tuning interval.
Tune in any AM station, and then turn off the 
system.
While holding down TUNER/BAND 
, press 
 (power) .
All the AM preset stations are erased. To reset the 
interval to the factory preset, repeat the procedure. 
You cannot change the AM tuning interval in Power 
Saving Mode.
To reset the system to factory settings
If the system still does not operate properly, reset the 
system to factory settings. You cannot reset the system to 
factory settings in Power Saving Mode.
Use buttons on the unit to reset the unit to its factory 
default settings.
Disconnect and reconnect the power cord, and 
then turn on the system.
Press 
 (stop)  and  (power) , and turn 
VOLUME control  to the left at the same time.
All user-configured settings, such as preset radio 
stations, timer, and the clock, are deleted.
Troubleshooting
Messages
COMPLETE : The preset operation ended normally.
FULL : You tried to program more than 26 tracks or files 
(steps).
NO DISC : There is no disc in the player, or you have 
loaded a disc that cannot be played.
NO STEP : All of the programed tracks have been 
erased.
NO TAB : You cannot record because the overwrite 
protection tab has been removed from the cassette.
NO TAPE : There is no tape in the tape deck.
NOT USED : You pressed an invalid button.
OVER : You have reached the end of the disc while 
pressing 
 (fast forward)  during playback or 
pause.
PUSH SELECT : You tried to set the clock or timer 
during timer operation.
PUSH STOP : You pressed PLAY MODE  during 
playback.
SET CLOCK : You tried to select the timer when the 
clock is not set.
SET TIMER : You tried to select the timer when the 
Play Timer or Rec Timer is not set.
TIME NG : The Play Timer or Rec Timer start and end 
times are set to the same time.
Display examples
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5 (five)
6 (six)
8 (eight)
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Precautions
Discs that this system CAN play
• Audio CD
• CD-R/CD-RW (audio data/MP3 files)
Discs that this system CANNOT play
• CD-ROM
• CD-R/CD-RW other than those recorded in music CD 
format or MP3 format conforming to ISO9660 Level 
1/Level 2, Joliet or multisession
• CD-R/CD-RW recorded in multisession that have not 
ended by “closing the session”
• CD-R/CD-RW of poor recording quality, CD-R/CD-
RW that have scratches or are dirty, or CD-R/CD-RW 
recorded with an incompatible recording device
• CD-R/CD-RW which is finalized incorrectly
• Discs containing files other than MPEG 1 Audio Layer-
3 (MP3) files
• Discs of non-standard shape (for example, heart, 
square, star)
• Some discs that have adhesive tape, paper, or sticker 
attached to them
• Some rental or used discs with attached seals where the 
glue extends beyond the seal
• Some discs that have labels printed using ink that feels 
tacky when touched
Notes on discs
• Before playing, wipe the disc with a cleaning cloth 
from the center out to the edge.
• Do not clean discs with solvents, such as benzine 
thinner, or commercially available cleaners or anti-
static spray intended for vinyl LPs.
• Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources 
such as hot air ducts, nor leave it in a car parked in 
direct sunlight.
Note on DualDiscs
A DualDisc is a two sided disc product which mates 
DVD recorded material on one side with digital 
audio material on the other side. However, since the 
audio material side does not conform to the Compact 
Disc (CD) standard, playback on this product is not 
guaranteed.
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.
On safety
• The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source 
(mains) as long as it is connected to the wall socket, 
even if the unit itself has been turned off.
• Completely disconnect the power cord (mains lead) 
from the wall socket (mains) if it is not going to be 
used for an extended period of time. When unplugging 
the unit, always grip the plug. Never pull the cord 
itself.
• Should any solid object or liquid get into the system, 
unplug the system, and have it checked by qualified 
personnel before operating it again.
• The AC power cord can be changed only by a qualified 
service facility.
On placement
• Do not place the system in an inclined position or in 
locations that are extremely hot, cold, dusty, dirty, or 
humid or lacking adequate ventilation, or subject to 
vibration, direct sunlight or a bright light.
• Be careful when placing the unit or speakers on 
surfaces that have been specially treated (for example, 
with wax, oil, polish) as staining or discoloration of the 
surface may result.
• If the system is brought directly from a cold to a warm 
location or is placed in a very damp room, moisture 
may condense on the lens inside the CD player, and 
cause the system to malfunction. In this situation, 
remove the disc, and leave the system turned on for 
about a few hours 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. 
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.
To prevent a tape from being accidentally 
recorded over
Break off the cassette’s overwrite protection tab from 
side A or B as illustrated.
Break off the 
cassette tab
To later reuse the tape for recording, cover the broken tab 
with adhesive tape.
About a tape longer than 90 minutes
The use of the tape with more than 90 minutes of play 
time is not recommended except for long, continuous 
recording or playback.
Cleaning the tape heads
Use dry- or wet-type cleaning cassette (available 
separately) after every 10 hours of use, before you start 
an important recording, or after playing an old tape. 
Failure to clean the tape heads can cause degraded sound 
quality or an inability of the unit to record or play tapes. 
For details, refer to the instructions of the cleaning 
cassette.
Demagnetizing the tape heads
Use a demagnetizing cassette (available separately) 
after every 20 to 30 hours of use. Failure to demagnetize 
the tape heads can cause an increase in noise, a loss of 
high frequency sound, and an inability to completely 
erase tapes. For details, refer to the instructions of the 
demagnetizing cassette.
Specifications
Main unit
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION:
(CMT-NEZ30 The United States model only)
With 6 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 120 – 10,000 Hz; rated 15 watts 
per channel minimum RMS power, with no more than 10% total harmonic 
distortion from 250 milliwatts to rated output.
Amplifier section
CMT-NEZ50
European model:
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)
Music power output (reference): 38 + 38 W
The following are measured at AC 220 V, 50/60 Hz (Argentine model), AC 
120 V, 60 Hz (Mexican model), AC 120, 220 or 230 – 240 V, 50/60 Hz (other 
models)
DIN power output (rated): 14 + 14 W (6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN)
Continuous RMS power output (reference): 20 + 20 W (6 ohms at 1 kHz, 
10% THD)
Inputs
AUDIO IN: Sensitivity 250 mV, impedance 47 kilohms
Outputs
PHONES: Accepts headphones with an impedance of 8 ohms or more
SPEAKER: Accepts impedance of 6 to 16 ohms
CMT-NEZ33
The following are measured at AC 230 – 240 V, 50/60 Hz (Australian model), 
AC 220 V, 60 Hz (Korean model), AC 120 V, 50/60 Hz (Taiwanese model), 
AC 120, 220 or 230 – 240 V, 50/60 Hz (other models)
DIN power output (rated): 14 + 14 W (6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN)
Continuous RMS power output (reference): 20 + 20 W (6 ohms at 1 kHz, 
10% THD)
Inputs
AUDIO IN: Sensitivity 250 mV, impedance 47 kilohms
Outputs
PHONES: Accepts headphones with an impedance of 8 ohms or more
SPEAKER: Accepts impedance of 6 to 16 ohms
CMT-NEZ30
North-American model:
Continuous RMS power output (reference): 15 + 15 W (6 ohms at 1 kHz, 
10% THD)
European model:
DIN power output (rated): 11 + 11 W (6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN)
Continuous RMS power output (reference): 17 + 17 W (6 ohms at 1 kHz, 
10% THD)
Music power output (reference): 28 + 28 W
The following are measured at AC 220 V, 50/60 Hz (Argentine model), AC 
120 V, 60 Hz (Mexican model), AC 120, 220 or 230 – 240 V, 50/60 Hz (other 
models)
DIN power output (rated): 11 + 11 W (6 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN)
Continuous RMS power output (reference): 15 + 15 W (6 ohms at 1 kHz, 
10% THD)
Inputs
AUDIO IN: Sensitivity 250 mV, impedance 47 kilohms
Outputs
PHONES: Accepts headphones with an impedance 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 200 mm from the 
objective lens surface on the Optical Pick-up Block with 7mm aperture.
Tape deck section
Recording system: 4-track 2-channel, stereo
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
Pan-American model:  530 – 1,710 kHz (with 10 kHz tuning interval) 
 
531 – 1,710 kHz (with 9 kHz tuning interval)
European model: 531 – 1,602 kHz (with 9 kHz tuning interval)
Other models:  530 – 1,710 kHz (with 10 kHz tuning interval)
 
531 – 1,602 kHz (with 9 kHz tuning interval)
Antenna: AM loop antenna, external antenna terminal
Intermediate frequency: 450 kHz
Speaker
CMT-NEZ50
Speaker system: 2-way, bass-reflex type
Speaker units
Woofer: 10 cm dia., cone type
Tweeter: 4 cm dia., cone type
Nominal impedance: 6 ohms
Dimensions (w/h/d): Approx. 145 × 235 × 175 mm
Mass: Approx. 1.9 kg net per speaker
CMT-NEZ33/NEZ30
Speaker system: Full Range Speaker System
Speaker units
North American model: 8 cm dia., cone type
Other models: 10 cm dia., cone type
Nominal impedance: 6 ohms
Dimensions (w/h/d): Approx. 145 × 235 × 155 mm
Mass: 
North American model: Approx. 1.4 kg net per speaker
Other models: Approx. 1.5 kg net per speaker
General
Power requirements
North American model: AC 120 V, 60 Hz
Mexican model: AC 120 V, 60 Hz
European model: AC 230 V, 50/60 Hz
Australian model: AC 230 – 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Korean model: AC 220 V, 60 Hz
Taiwanese model: AC 120 V, 50/60 Hz
Argentine model: AC 220 V, 50/60 Hz
Other models: AC 120, 220 or 230 – 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Adjustable with voltage selector
Power consumption:
CMT-NEZ50
European model:  60 watts
 
0.5 watts (in Power Saving Mode)
Other models: 50 watts
CMT-NEZ33: 50 watts
CMT-NEZ30
North American model: 45 watts
Other models: 45 watts
Dimensions (w/h/d) (excl. speakers):
CMT-NEZ50
Approx. 164 × 235 × 267 mm
CMT-NEZ33/NEZ30
Approx. 164 × 235 × 265 mm
Mass (excl. speakers): 
CMT-NEZ50
Approx. 3.7 kg
CMT-NEZ33
Approx. 3.6 kg
CMT-NEZ30
North American model: Approx. 3.2 kg
European model: Approx. 3.6 kg
Other models: Approx. 3.3 kg
Supplied accessories: Remote Commander (1)/R6 (size AA) batteries (2)/AM 
loop antenna (1)/FM lead antenna (1)
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
  • Standby power consumption: 0.5 W
 
• Halogenated flame retardants are not used in the 
certain printed wiring boards.
 
• Lead-free solder is used for soldering certain parts.
 
• Halogenated flame retardants are not used in cabinets.