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Sony DHC-MD373 User Manual

Sony DHC-MD373
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Operating Instructions
Mini Hi-Fi
Component
System
3-867-542-13(1)
©1999 Sony Corporation
DHC-MD373

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Sony DHC-MD373 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSony
ModelDHC-MD373
CategoryStereo System
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Getting Started

Hooking Up the System

Instructions for connecting speakers, aerials, and power.

Setting the Time

Guide to setting the system's clock for timer functions.

Presetting Radio Stations

Steps to store favorite radio stations for quick access.

Saving Power in Standby Mode

How to activate or deactivate the power-saving clock display.

Basic Operations

Playing a CD

How to insert, play, stop, pause, and select tracks on a CD.

Recording a CD on an MD

Steps for performing CD-to-MD synchro recording.

Playing an MD

Guide to inserting and playing MiniDiscs similar to CDs.

Listening to the Radio

Instructions for tuning and playing radio stations via preset or manual tuning.

The CD Player

Playing CD Tracks Repeatedly

How to set repeat play for single tracks or the entire CD.

Playing CD Tracks in Random Order

Instructions for enabling Shuffle Play for random track playback.

Programming CD Tracks

Creating custom playback sequences (programmes) of up to 25 tracks.

Using the CD Display

Understanding the information shown on the CD player's display.

Labelling a CD

Creating custom titles for CDs stored in system memory.

The MD Deck — Play

Playing MD Tracks Repeatedly

Setting repeat play for single MD tracks or all tracks.

Playing MD Tracks in Random Order

How to use Shuffle Play for random playback of MD tracks.

Programming MD Tracks

Creating custom playback sequences for MD tracks.

Using the MD Display

Interpreting the information displayed for MD playback.

The MD Deck — Recording

Before You Start Recording

Overview of MD recording features and considerations before beginning.

Recording Your Favourite CD Tracks on an MD

Using Programme Play and CD Synchro Recording for selective track recording.

Recording on an MD Manually

Performing manual recording from various sources like CD or tuner.

Starting Recording with 6 Seconds of Prestored Audio Data

Using Time Machine Recording to capture audio from before the record command.

Marking Track Numbers

Automatically or manually marking track boundaries during recording.

Making a Space Between Tracks 3 Seconds Long

Using Smart Space and Auto Cut for automatic blank track creation.

Adjusting the Recording Level

Optimizing audio input levels for clear recordings.

Monaural Recording

Converting stereo signals to monaural for extended recording time.

The MD Deck — Editing

Before You Start Editing

Prerequisites for editing recorded MD content.

Name — Labelling MDs

Creating titles for MD discs and individual tracks.

Erase — Erasing Recordings

Methods for deleting single tracks, all tracks, or portions of tracks.

Move — Changing the Order of Tracks

Rearranging the sequence of tracks on an MD.

Divide — Adding Track Numbers

Splitting tracks to create new track numbers.

Combine — Combining Recorded Tracks

Merging two adjacent tracks into a single track.

Undo — Cancelling the Last Edit

Reverting the most recent editing operation.

Sound Adjustment

Reinforcing the Bass Sound

Enhancing bass tones using the DBFB function.

Selecting the Preset Equalizer Menu

Choosing from five preset sound effect modes.

Other Features

Labelling the Preset Stations

Assigning custom names to preset radio stations.

Using the Radio Data System (RDS)

Receiving and displaying additional information from FM radio stations.

Falling Asleep to Music

Setting a sleep timer to automatically turn off the system.

Waking Up to Music

Using the Daily Timer to wake up to music at a set time.

Timer Recording Radio Programmes

Scheduling automatic recording of radio programs.

Connecting Optional Components

Connecting Optional A/V Components

General guidance on connecting external audio/video devices.

Connecting the Optional TC-TX373 Tape Deck

Specific connection details for the TC-TX373 tape deck.

Connecting External Aerials

Instructions for connecting FM and AM antennas for better reception.

Additional Information

Precautions

Safety, placement, and operational guidelines for using the system.

System Limitations of MDs

Sound Drop-out While Searching Edited Tracks

Explains potential sound issues during track searching.

Track Numbers Cannot Be Marked

Conditions under which automatic track numbering may fail.

Guide to the Serial Copy Management System

Information on digital copying restrictions for copyright protection.

Troubleshooting

General Issues

Common problems like no sound or hum noise.

CD Player Issues

Troubleshooting steps for CD tray, playback, and sound skip problems.

MD Deck Issues

Solutions for MD insertion, control, playback, and recording errors.

Optional Components Issues

Troubleshooting for connected external devices.

Tuner Issues

Addressing problems with radio reception and stereo playback.

Self-diagnosis Display

Understanding system error codes and their solutions.

Specifications

Amplifier Section

Technical details of the system's audio amplification.

CD Player Section

Technical specifications for the CD playback mechanism.

MD Deck Section

Technical details of the MiniDisc recording and playback system.

Parts Descriptions for the Remote

Remote Control Overview

Identification and function of buttons on the remote control.

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