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Micro HI-FI Component System

Operating Instructions

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Basic Operations

This procedure clears all previously stored presets. Before unplugging the DAB antenna, make sure the system is turned off to preserve your own DAB settings. This tuner does not support data services.

To change the play mode

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Selecting a music source

Press the following buttons (or press FUNCTION repeatedly).

To select CD Press

Press PLAY MODE repeatedly while the player is stopped. You can select normal play (ALL DISCS for all discs, 1DISC for a disc, or * for all MP3 files in the folder on the disc), shuffle play (ALL DISCS SHUF, SHUF*), or program play 1DISCSHUF, or (PGM).
*When playing a CD-DA disc, (SHUF) Play performs the same operation as 1DISC (SHUF) Play.

Changing the display

To change Press
Information on the display* Display mode (See below.)
DISPLAY repeatedly when the system is on. DISPLAY repeatedly when the system is off.

Note on the jog dial

CD on the remote. TUNER/BAND. TAPE on the remote. FUNCTION repeatedly until AUDIO IN appears.
Only the first 6 characters are displayed when performing the folder search, track search, or file search.
Tuner Tape Component (connected using an audio cord)

Notes on Repeat Play

All tracks or files on a disc are played repeatedly up to five times. You cannot select REP and ALL DISCS SHUF at the same time. REP 1 indicates that a single track or file is repeated until you stop it. Do not save other types of files or unnecessary folders on a disc that has MP3 files. Folders that have no MP3 files are skipped. MP3 files are played back in the order that they are recorded onto the disc. The system can only play MP3 files that have a file extension of.MP3. If there are files on the disc that have the.MP3 file extension, but that are not MP3 files, the unit may produce noise or may malfunction. The maximum number of: folders is 255 (including the root folder). MP3 files is 511. MP3 files and folders that can be contained on a single disc is 512. folder levels (the tree structure of files) is 8. Compatibility with all MP3 encoding/writing software, recording device, and recording media cannot be guaranteed. Incompatible MP3 discs may produce noise or interrupted audio or may not play at all. If the disc begins with a CD-DA (or MP3) session, it is recognized as a CD-DA (or MP3) disc, and other sessions are not played back. A disc with a mixed CD format is recognized as a CD-DA (audio) disc.
*For example, you can view: CD/MP3 disc information such as the track or file number, folder name (during normal play), or the total play time (while the player is stopped) DAB station information such as the service name, channel label, preset number, frequency, DLS (Dynamic Label Segment), or ensemble label
The system offers the following display modes.
Display mode When the system is off,1)
Notes on playing MP3 discs

Note on DualDiscs

CMT-SPZ90DB

2006 Sony Corporation

Printed in China
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.

Adjusting the sound

To adjust the volume
Press VOLUME +/ on the remote (or turn the VOLUME control on the unit).
Clock Power Saving Mode2)
The clock is displayed. The display is turned off to conserve power. The timer and clock continue to operate.

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. Connect the unit to an easily accessible AC outlet. Should you notice an abnormality in the unit, disconnect the main plug from the AC outlet immediately. Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet. Do not expose batteries or apparatus with batteryinstalled to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.
Except for customers in the U.S.A. and Canada
This appliance is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER product. This marking is located on the rear exterior.
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. MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.

To add a sound effect

To Press
The STANDBY indicator lights up when the system is off. When the system is in Power Saving Mode, the following functions are unavailable: setting the clock. changing the CD power manage function.
Generate a more dynamic sound (Dynamic Sound Generator X-tra) Set the sound effect

DSGX on the unit.

European model only
Excessive sound pressure from earphones and headphones can cause hearing loss.
EQ repeatedly to select BASS or TREBLE, and then press +/ on the remote (or EQ LEVEL +/ on the unit) repeatedly to adjust the level.
Notes on playing multisession discs
Notice for customers: the following information is only applicable to equipment sold in countries applying EU Directives

The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents.
Listening to the radio Playing a CD/MP3 disc
1 Select the CD function.
Press CD on the remote. Before you can receive DAB, you must complete the DAB Automatic Scan procedure (see Before using the system).
The following are not displayed; total playing time for a CD-DA disc depending on the play mode. total playing time for an MP3 disc. remaining playing time for an MP3 file. The following are not displayed correctly; elapsed playing time of an MP3 file encoded using a VBR (variable bit rate). folder and file names that do not follow either the ISO9660 Level 1, Level 2 or Joliet in the expansion format. The following are displayed; ID3 tag information for MP3 files when ID3 version 1 and version 2 tags are used. up to 62 characters of ID3 tag information using uppercase letters (A to Z), numbers (0 to 9), and symbols (" $ % ( ) * + , . / < = > @ [ \ ] _ ` { | } ! ? ^). up to 8 characters of service name, up to 128 characters of DLS (Dynamic Label Segment) and up to 16 characters of ensemble label using uppercase letters (A to Z), numbers (0 to 9), and symbols (" $ % ( ) * + , . / < = > @ [ \ ] _ ` { | } ! ? ^).
Notes on the display information

1 Select DAB or FM.

Press TUNER/BAND repeatedly.

Before using the system

To use the remote
Slide and remove the battery compartment lid , and insert the two supplied R6 (size AA) batteries, side first, matching the polarities shown below.

2 Place a disc.

Press (CD open/close) on the unit, and place a disc with the label side up on the disc tray.
2 Select the tuning mode.
Press TUNING MODE repeatedly until AUTO appears.

Using optional audio components
To connect an optional headphones
Connect headphones to the PHONES jack on the unit.
3 Tune in the desired station.
Press +/ on the remote (or TUNING +/ on the unit). Scanning stops automatically when a station is tuned in, and then TUNED (DAB only) and STEREO (for stereo programs) appear. When you tune in a DAB station or an FM station that provides RDS services, the service name or station name appears on the display.
To connect an optional component
Hooking up the system securely
When carrying this system
1 Remove all discs to protect the CD mechanism. 2 Press CD on the remote to select the CD function. 3 Hold down PLAY MODE/TUNING MODE , and press
DISC 1 until LOCK appears.
With normal use, the batteries should last for about six months. Do not mix an old battery with a new one or mix different types of batteries. If you do not use the remote for a long period of time, remove the batteries to avoid damage from battery leakage and corrosion.
To insert additional discs, slide the disc tray with your finger as shown below.
Connect additional audio component to the AUDIO IN jack on the unit using an audio analog cord (not supplied). Turn down the volume on the system, and then press FUNCTION repeatedly to select the AUDIO IN function.
Notes on using the remote

4 Unplug the power cord.

To set the clock

1 Turn on the system.

Press (power).
To close the disc tray, press (CD open/close) on the unit again. Do not force the disc tray closed with your finger, as this may damage the unit.
To stop automatic scanning (FM band only)

Press (stop).

3 Start playback.
Press (play) on the remote (or CD/ (play/ pause) on the unit).

To Pause playback Press

To tune in a station with a weak signal (FM band only)
2 Select the clock set mode.
Press CLOCK/TIMER SET on the remote. If the current mode appears on the display, press / on the remote repeatedly to select CLOCK SET and then press ENTER on the remote.
Connect the power cord to a wall socket. If the plug does not fit the wall socket, detach the supplied plug adaptor (only for models equipped with an adaptor).
If the scanning does not stop, press TUNING MODE repeatedly until AUTO and PRESET disappear, and then press +/ on the remote (or TUNING +/ on the unit) repeatedly to tune in the desired station.

When tuning in a DAB station, it may take a few seconds before you hear any sound. Primary service is automatically received when secondary service ends.

3 Set the time.

Press / on the remote repeatedly to set the hour, and then press ENTER on the remote. Use the same procedure to set the minute. The clock settings are lost when you disconnect the power cord or if a power failure occurs. Stop playback Select a folder on an MP3 disc
(pause) on the remote (or CD/ (play/pause) on the unit). To resume play, press the button again. (stop). +/ (select folder). Or turn the jog dial on the unit and press PUSH ENTER on the unit (turn the jog dial on the unit during playback until FOLDER appears, and then press PUSH ENTER on the unit to select the desired folder). / (go back/go forward). Or turn the jog dial on the unit and press PUSH ENTER on the unit. To cancel, press CANCEL on the unit. Hold down / (rewind/ fast forward) during playback, and release the button at the desired point. REPEAT on the remote repeatedly until REP or REP1 appears. Press DISC SKIP on the remote (or DISC or DISC SKIP (in stop mode) on the unit). Press DISC on the unit (Automatic Source Selection). Press EX-CHANGE on the unit.
Notes on listening to DAB stations

Wall socket

Playing a tape
1 Select the tape function.
Press TAPE on the remote.

Speakers

Right speaker
To run the DAB Automatic Scan

Left speaker

FM/DAB lead antenna (Extend it horizontally.)
When you turn on the system for the first time after you purchase the system, DAB Automatic Scan starts automatically and creates a list of available services. If you want to run the DAB Automatic Scan again, perform the procedure below.

2 Insert a tape.

Press PUSH OPEN/CLOSE on the unit, and insert the TYPE I (normal) tape into the cassette holder with the side you want to play facing forward. Make sure there is no slack in the tape to avoid damaging the tape or the tape deck. Press PUSH OPEN/CLOSE on the unit again to close the cassette holder.

Select a track or file

1 Press DAB AUTO SCAN on the unit.
AUTO SCAN and PUSH ENTR appear.
2 Press PUSH ENTER on the unit (or ENTER on the
remote). Scanning begins. The scanning progress is indicated by advancing asterisks. Depending on the DAB services available in your area, scanning may take a few minutes.

For CD Synchro Recording: Press CD on the remote to select the CD function. Load the disc you want to record. Press DISC SKIP to select a disc. 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 6 of Creating your own CD program. For Manual Recording: Select the desired source to 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.
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 you using only the supplied speakers? Is anything blocking the ventilation holes on the rear 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.
CD POWER and OFF appear. With CD player power turned off, disc access time is increased. To turn on CD player power, repeat the procedure until CD POWER and ON appear.
To reset the system to factory settings

To cancel the timer

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.

CD player section

Repeat the same procedure as above until TIMER OFF appears, and then press ENTER.

General

There is no sound.
The specified station may have temporarily stopped broadcast.
1 Disconnect and reconnect the power cord, and then

turn on the system.

2 Press PLAY MODE/TUNING MODE , DISPLAY
and (power) at the same time. All user-configured settings, such as preset radio stations, timer, and the clock, are deleted.

To change the setting

Start over from step 1.
System: Compact disc and digital audio system Laser Diode Properties Emission Duration: Continuous Laser Output*: Less than 44.6W *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 (2 dB) Wavelength: nm

Tape deck section

Loaded disc
5 Press ENTER to add the track or file to the
program. . appears when the total time exceeds 100 minutes for a disc, or when you select a CD track whose number is 21 or over, or when you select an MP3 file. tracks or files, up to a total of 25 tracks or files.

3 Set the tape deck to stand by for recording.
For CD Synchro Recording: Press CD SYNCHRO. For Manual Recording: Press PAUSE/START.
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.
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.

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 antistatic 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.

Messages

CANT LOCK : The system cannot be locked after you have done the procedure of When carrying this system. Turn the power off and then on again by pressing (power) on the unit, then perform the procedure. CD OVER : You have reached the end of the disc while pressing (fast forward) during playback or pause. COMPLETE : The preset operation ended normally. LOCKED : The disc tray does not open. Contact your nearest Sony dealer. NO DISC : There is no disc in the player, or you have loaded a disc that cannot be played. NO PRESET (DAB only) : There is no stored preset station. NO SERV (DAB only) : There is no supported DAB broadcast in your country or region. 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. NO TEXT (DAB only) : There is no text information in the received service. NOT IN USE : You pressed an invalid button. 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. STEP FULL : You tried to program more than 25 tracks or files (steps). TIME NG : The Play Timer or Rec Timer start and end times are set to the same time.
Recording system: 4-track 2-channel, stereo Frequency response: 50 13,000 Hz (3 dB), using Sony TYPE I cassettes Wow and flutter:0.15% W. Peak (IEC) 0.1% W. RMS (NAB) 0.2% W. Peak (DIN)

Tuner section

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.
6 Repeat steps 3 through 5 to program additional 7 To play your program of tracks or files, press
(play). The program remains available until you open the disc tray. To play the same program again, select the CD function, and press (play).
FM/DAB stereo tuner Antenna: FM/DAB lead antenna FM tuner section: Tuning range: 87.5 108.0 MHz DAB tuner section: Frequency range Band-III: 174.928 (5A) 239.200 (13F) MHz * For details, see DAB frequency table below. DAB frequency table (Band-III) Frequency 174.928 MHz 176.640 MHz 178.352 MHz 180.064 MHz 181.936 MHz 183.648 MHz 185.360 MHz 187.072 MHz 188.928 MHz 190.640 MHz 192.352 MHz 194.064 MHz 195.936 MHz 197.648 MHz 199.360 MHz 201.072 MHz 202.928 MHz 204.640 MHz 206.352 MHz 208.064 MHz Label 5A 5B 5C 5D 6A 6B 6C 6D 7A 7B 7C 7D 8A 8B 8C 8D 9A 9B 9C 9D Frequency 209.936 MHz 211.648 MHz 213.360 MHz 215.072 MHz 216.928 MHz 218.640 MHz 220.352 MHz 222.064 MHz 223.936 MHz 225.648 MHz 227.360 MHz 229.072 MHz 230.784 MHz 232.496 MHz 234.208 MHz 235.776 MHz 237.488 MHz 239.200 MHz Label 10A 10B 10C 10D 11A 11B 11C 11D 12A 12B 12C 12D 13A 13B 13C 13D 13E 13F

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.

4 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, reinsert 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.

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 systems sensor. Move the remote closer to the system.

To cancel Program Play

Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until PGM disappears while the player is stopped.
The STANDBY indicator remains lit after unplugging the power cord.
The STANDBY indicator may not turn off immediately after unplugging the power cord. This is not a malfunction. The indicator will turn off after about 40 seconds.
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.
You can also use the jog dial on the unit to select files in step 4. Turn the jog dial and press PUSH ENTER on the unit to select the desired folder, and then select the desired file.

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.

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.

To stop recording

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.

To pause recording

* Frequencies are displayed to two decimal places on this system.

Press PAUSE/START.

Recording stops if you change to a different function. You cannot eject the disc during CD synchro Recording.
Play does not start from the first track.

Speaker

Speaker system: 2-way, bass-reflex type Speaker units Woofer: 12 cm dia., cone type Tweeter: 4 cm dia., cone type Nominal impedance: 6 ohms Dimensions (w/h/d): Approx. 220 mm Mass: Approx. 2.3 kg net per speaker

Return to Normal Play by pressing PLAY MODE repeatedly until both PGM and SHUF disappear.
1 Tune in the desired station (see Listening to the

radio).

Starting playback takes more time than usual.

2 Press TUNER MEMORY.

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.
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.

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.

Display examples

Display indicates
Power requirements: V AC, 50/60 Hz Power consumption: 40 watts Dimensions (w/h/d) (excl. speakers): Approx. 331 mm Mass (excl. speakers): Approx. 4.3 kg Supplied accessories: Remote Commander (1)/R6 (size AA) batteries (2)/ FM/DAB lead antenna (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
2 (two) 5 (five) 6 (six) 8 (eight) 0 (zero) A B D G H K M O Q R S Z ! or | $ % ,. ? @ ^

Sleep Timer:

Preset number
3 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.
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.
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 antenna away from the speaker cords and the power cord to avoid picking up noise. Do not place the antenna in front of the system. Turn off nearby electrical equipment.

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.
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.

Cleaning the cabinet

Repeat steps 1 through 4 to store other stations.
You can preset up to 20 DAB and 20 FM stations. The preset stations are retained for about half a day even if you disconnect the power cord or if a power failure occurs.

Play Timer: Rec Timer:

You can wake up to CD, tape or tuner at a preset time. 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.
TUNED does not appear in the display (DAB only).
Check all antenna connections, then perform the DAB Automatic Scan procedure (see Before using the system). The current DAB service may not be available. Press +/ on the remote (or TUNING +/ on the unit) to select a different service. If you have moved to another area, some services/ frequencies may have changed and you may not be able to tune into your usual broadcast. Perform the DAB Automatic Scan procedure to re-register the contents of broadcasts. (Performing this procedure clears all previously stored presets.)
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
6 To call up a preset radio station, press TUNING
MODE repeatedly until PRESET appears, and then press +/ repeatedly to select the desired service name (DAB) or preset number (FM).
1 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.
Break off the cassettes overwrite protection tab from side A or B as illustrated.
Break off the cassette tab
Note on presetting DAB stations
You can preset a DAB service only when it can be received.
2 Press CLOCK/TIMER SET. 3 Press / repeatedly to select PLAY SET
or REC SET then press ENTER. ON appears, and the hour indication flashes.

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 later reuse the tape for recording, cover the broken tab with adhesive tape.
About a tape longer than 90 minutes
4 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.
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

5 Use the same procedure as in step 4 to set the time
to stop playing or recording.
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.