Sony LBT-LX50 User Manual

SONY.4-227-074-14(1)Compact Hi-Fi Stereo SystemOperating InstructionsOwner's RecordThe model and serial numbers are located on the rear panel. Re

Saving power in standby mode (For LBT-LX50/LX30/LX7/ LX5 only)In standby mode, you can reduce the power consumption to a minimum (Power Sa

Basic OperationsPlaying a CD— Normal PlayYou can play up to five CDs in a row.l/(!) (Power)VOLUME1 Press PUSH OPEN and place a CD on the disc tray.If

Playing a CD (continued)ToDo thisStop playback Press .PausePress C>M (or II on the remote). Press on again to resume playback (or CD ► on the remo

3 Close the front cover.4 Press DISC SKIP repeatedly until the number of the disc you want to record from appears in the playing position indicator.

Listening to the radio (continued)1 Press TUNER/BAND repeatedly until the desired band appears in the display.Each time you press this button, the ba

Recording from the radioYou can record a radio program onto a tape by tmiing in a preset station. You can use TYPE I (normal) or TYPE II (Cr02) tape

Tips• When you want to record on the reverse side, press <] after pressing # REC in step 5 so that the indicator on the <i button (for the rever

1 Press A EJECT ± {or ±B EJECT) and insert a recorded tape.With the side you want to play facing forward2 Press DIRECTION repeatedly to select to pla

Recording from a tape— High-speed DubbingYou can use TYPE I (normal) or TYPE II (Cr02) tapes. The recording level is automatically adjusted.1/6(Powe

The CD PlayerUsing the CD displayYou can check the remaining time of the current track or that of the CD.When a CD TEXT disc is loaded, you can check

WARNINGTo prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing

Playing CD tracks repeatedly— Repeat PlayThis function lets you repeat a single CD or all CDs in Normal Play, Shuffle Play, and Program Play.: en C3FT

Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until "ALLDISCS SHUFFLE," "1 DISC SHUFFLE," or"PROGRAM" disappears from the display.The track

Programming CD tracks (continued)1 Place CDs and close the front cover.2 Press FUNCTION repeatedly until "CD" appears in the display.3 Pr

Press PLAY MODE repeatedly until "PROGRAM/' "ALL DISCS SHUFFLE," or "1 DISC SHUFFLE" disappears from the display.To canc

The Tape DeckRecording on a tape manuallyYou can record from CDs, tapes, or the radio. For example, you can record just the desired songs or begin rec

Recording CDs by specifying the track order— Program EditYou can record tracks from all the CDs in the order you want. When programming, make sure the

Recording CDs by specifying the track order (continued)7 Press PLAY MODE once.The track is programmed. First "STEP" and the programmed play

DJ EffectsLooping part of a CD— LoopWith the Loop function, you can repeat part of a CD during playback. This lets you create original recor

Sound AdjustmentAdjusting the soundYou can create a more powerful sound and listen with headphones.GROOVESYNC BASS PHONESWOOFER MODETo reinforce the b

Selecting the audio emphasisThe audio emphasis menu lets you select the sound characteristics according to the music you are listening t

Table of ContentsGetting StartedStep 1: Using this manual...4Step 2: Hooking up the system...5Step 3; Setting

To cancel the Synchronized Equalizer functionPress SYNC EQ again so that the indicator goes off.The Synchronized Equalizer function is canceled also w

3 Press ◄/► repeatedly to select a frequency band.Wide displayNormal display' W U “ l fv riLssss.n\j V ‘JJAJ J}^«ecuBEPress A/T to adjust the le

Making a personal audio emphasis file— Personal FileYou can create personal files of audio patterns (surround effect and graphic equalizer) and store

other FeaturesUsing the Radio Data System (RDS)(For European models only)What is the Radio Data System?The Radio Data System (RDS) is a broadcasting s

4 Press TUNING +/- until the desired preset station number flashes in the display.Using the Radio Data System (RDS)(continued)5 Press ENTER/NEXT whi

DOCUMENTARYInvestigative features.ALARM TESTTest signal for emergency broadcasts.ALARM-ALARMEmergency broadcasts.Note"NO PTY" appears when t

Singing along: Karaoke (continued)Mixing and recording sounds3 Press MIX GUITAR/KARAOKE repeatedly to obtain the karaoke effect.Each time you press

To stop recordingPress on deck B.Tips• If acoustic feedback (howling) occurs, move the microphone away from the speakers or change the direction of

Waking up to music— Daily TimerYou can wake up to music at a preset time every day. Make sure you have set the clock (see "Step 3: Setting the ti

7 Press TUNING +/- until the desired music source appears.The indication changes as follows: TUNER -► CD PLAY -► TAPE PLAYt_________________________I

Getting Startedstep 1: Using this manualThe instructions in this manual are for LBT-LX50/LX30/LX8/LX7/LX6/LX5. The LBT-LX6 is the model used for illus

4 Set the time to start recording.Press TUNING +/- to set the hour, then press ENTER/NEXT.The minutes indication flashes.Timer-recording radio

Optional AV ComponentsConnecting audio componentsConnecting a turntableBe sure to match the color of the plugs and the connectors. To listen to the so

Connecting a mixer (for European, North American, and Mexican models only)You can connect a mixer to the DJ MIX jacks on the rear panel of the unit.To

Connecting a guitarYou can connect an electric guitar to the GUITAR jack on the front panel.When you select "MIX GUITAR/ KARAOKE" by pressin

Connecting a camcorder or video gameBe sure to match the color of the plugs and the connectors. To listen to the sound from the connected camcorder

AM antennaConnect a 6 to 15 meter (20 to 50 feet) insulated wire to the AM antenna terminal. Leave the supplied AM loop antenna connected.Jack type ®I

Notes on CDs• Before playing, clean the CD with a cleaning cloth. Wipe the CD from the center out.• Do not use solvents such as benzine, thinner, comm

TroubleshootingIf you run into any problem using this stereo system, use the following checklist.First, check that the power cord is connected firmly

SpeakersThere is no sound and "PUSH POWER" and "PROTECT" appear in the display alternately.• Press l/C!) to turn off the system an

SpecificationsFor the U.S. modelAUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONSPOWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION:With 6 ohm loads, both channels driven, from 120

step 2: Hooking up the systemFollow steps Dhrough 0o hook up your system using the supplied cords and accessories.AM loop antennaRight speaker FM ante

Specifications (continued)CD player sectionSystemLaserLaser outputWavelength Frequency Response Signal-to-noise ratio Dynamic range CD DIGITAL OUT (sq

SS-LX6 for LBT-LX6Speaker SystemSpeaker units Woofer:Tweeter:Rated impedance: Dimensions(w/h/d) Mexican model:Other models:MassSS-LX5 for LBT-LX5Speak

IndexAdjustingthe audio emphasis 30 the sound 28 the volume 12,14,17 AMS 12,16 Antennas 6,44 Audio emphasis 29, 30 Automatic Source Selection 12,14,17

step 2: Hooking up the system(continued)Connect the FM/AM antennas. Set up the AM loop antenna, then connect it.Jack type ®Extend the FM wire antenna

Inserting two R6 (size AA) batteries into the remoteWith normal use, the batteries should last for about six months. When the remote no longer operate

TipIf you make a mistake, start over from step 1.step 3: Setting the time(continued)To change the timeThe previous explanation shows you how to set th

2 Press TUNING MODE repeatedly until "AUTO" appears in the display.3 Press TUNING+/-.The frequency indication changes and scanning stops whe