User manual SONY MHC-DX6AV

[. . . ] 4-227-084-12(1) Mini Hi-Fi Component System Operating Instructions Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the rear panel. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. _______________ MHC-BX6AV/DX6AV ©2000 Sony Corporation 1 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. [. . . ] Select j (or RELAY) to record on both sides. 1 2 3 Place a CD. Press EDIT once, so that "EDIT" flashes. The required tape length for the currently selected CD appears, followed by the total playing time for side A and side B respectively. 10 Press REC PAUSE. Recording starts. To stop recording Press x. To check the order Press CHECK on the remote repeatedly. After the last track, "CHECK END" appears. Note You cannot use this function after programming. In order to use this function, you must first cancel the program by pressing PLAY MODE repeatedly until "PROGRAM" or "SHUFFLE" disappears from the display. To cancel Program Edit Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until "PROGRAM" or "SHUFFLE" disappears from the display. 28 Sound Adjustment Adjusting the sound You can reinforce the bass, create a more powerful sound, and listen with headphones. ?/1 (Power) Selecting the audio emphasis The audio emphasis menu lets you select the sound characteristic according to the type of music you are listening to. ?/1 (Power) PHONES GROOVE For a powerful sound (GROOVE) Press GROOVE. The volume switches to power mode, DBFB* is automatically activated ("DBFB " appears), and the equalizer curve changes. DBFB is cancelled ("DBFB " disappears) and the volume returns to the previous level. * DBFB = Dynamic Bass Feedback FILE SELECT , Press FILE SELECT repeatedly until the effect you desire (ROCK, POP, JAZZ or GAME) appears in the display. To cancel the effect Press FILE SELECT repeatedly until "FLAT" appears in the display. Tip "SUR " appears if you select an effect with surround effects. To listen through the headphones Connect the headphones to PHONES jack. No sound will come from the speakers. 29 Changing the spectrum analyzer display You can enjoy changing the display while listening to the music. ?/1 (Power) Selecting surround effects You can enjoy surround effects. ?/1 (Power) DSP SPECTRUM , Press DSP repeatedly to select the surround effect you desire. SURROUND ON: Reproduces stereo sources in surround sound. HALL: Reproduces the acoustics of a concert hall. * THEATER: Reproduces the acoustics of a movie theater. * ENHANCED THEATER: Reproduces the acoustics of a large movie theater. * DSP OFF: Turns off the DSP mode. * The indicator on the front panel's DSP button lights up. , Press SPECTRUM. Each time you press the button, the display changes as follows: PATTERN 1 (Image pattern) Y PATTERN 2 (Normal pattern) Note When you choose other sound effects, the surround effects will be canceled. 30 Enjoying Dolby Pro Logic Surround sound You can enjoy the Dolby Pro Logic Surround sound of videos that are Dolby Surround encoded ( ). Complete the setup and adjustments first (see page 7). ?/1 (Power) DOLBY PRO LOGIC To cancel the Dolby Pro Logic Surround sound Press DOLBY PRO LOGIC (or PRO LOGIC on the remote) again to turn off the indicator on the front panel's DOLBY PRO LOGIC button. Notes · You cannot use both Dolby Pro Logic Surround sound and the DSP surround effects at the same time. · When recording the sound, be sure to turn off Dolby Pro Logic Surround sound. PRO LOGIC , Press DOLBY PRO LOGIC (or PRO LOGIC on the remote) while playing a program source. The indicator on the front panel's DOLBY PRO LOGIC button lights up. 31 Other Features Using the Radio Data System (RDS) (European model only) What is the Radio Data System? Radio Data System (RDS) is a broadcasting service that allows radio stations to send additional information along with the regular program signal. This tuner offers convenient RDS features like station name display and location of stations by program type. RDS is available only on FM stations. * Note RDS may not work properly if the station you are tuned to is not transmitting the RDS signal properly or if the signal strength is weak. * Not all FM stations provide RDS service, nor do they provide the same types of services. If you are not familiar with the RDS system, check with your local radio stations for details on RDS services in your area. To check the RDS information Each time you press DISPLAY, the display changes as follows: t Station name* x Frequency x Program type* x Clock display x Effect status * If the RDS broadcast is not received, the station name and program type may not appear in the display. Locating a station by program type (PTY) You can locate a station you want by selecting a program type. The unit tunes in the type of programs currently being broadcast from the RDS stations stored in the tuner's preset memory. ?/1 (Power) Receiving RDS broadcasts , Simply select a station from the FM band. When you tune in a station that provides RDS services, the station name appears in the display. 1 3, 5 2, 4 32 1 2 Press PTY/DIRECTION while listening to the radio. Turn the shuttle until it clicks to select the program type you want. See the "List of program types" section below. [. . . ] After pressing hH or A, there is a mechanical noise, "EJECT" appears in the display, and the unit enters standby mode automatically. · The cassette tape was not inserted correctly. Eject the tape and turn the power back on. Tuner There is severe hum or noise ("TUNED" or "STEREO" flashes in the display). ·The signal strength is too weak. [. . . ]