Sony ZX6 User Manual

©2004 Sony Corporation4-253-172-15(1)Compact Hi-Fi Stereo SystemOperating InstructionsOwner’s RecordThe model and serial numbers are located on the re

10GBAttaching the speaker padsAttach the supplied speaker pads to the bottom of the speakers to stabilize the speakers and prevent them from slipping.

Getting Started11GBPositioning the speakers for FST-ZX6/LBT-ZX6 onlyPlace the front speakers at an angle of 45 degrees from your listening position.1

12GB1 Press Z OPEN/CLOSE.The disc tray slides out.2 Place a disc with the label side facing up on the disc tray.To load additional discs, press DISC S

CD/MP313GB2 When the playback is stopped, press PLAY MODE repeatedly until the indication of the play mode you want appears in the display.3 Press NX

14GBNotes• This system can playback MP3 audio tracks in the format of MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3, MPEG 2 Audio Layer 3 and MPEG 2.5 Audio Layer 3.• This sys

CD/MP315GBYou can make a program of up to 25 steps from all the discs in the order you want to play them.You can synchro record the programmed tracks

16GBYou can preset up to 20 FM stations and 10 AM stations. You can then tune in any of those stations simply by selecting the corresponding preset nu

Tuner17GBTo improve tuner receptionWhen the tuner reception is poor, set the CD power manage function to “CD POWER OFF”.The default setting is “CD POW

18GB1 Press A Z or Z B.2 Load a tape in deck A or B. You can use TYPE I (normal) tape.1 Load a tape.2 Press FUNCTION (or TAPE on the remote) repeatedl

Tape/Tape – Recording19GBSearching for the beginning of a track (AMS*)During playback, press .m or M> (or press –. or >+ on the remote) repeated

2GBFST-ZX8/LBT-ZX84-253-172-15(1)To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.To prevent fire, do no

20GBRecording a disc by specifying track order— Program EditYou can record tracks from all the discs in the order you want. Between step 2 and step 3

Sound Adjustment21GBNoteYou cannot listen to other sources while recording.Tips• When you record on both sides, be sure to start from the front side.

22GBPress one of the Preset Effect buttons to select the preset effect you want.The preset effect name appears in the display.See the chart “Preset ef

Sound Adjustment23GBPress SURROUND.Each time you press the button, the display changes as follows: SURROUND ON Y SURROUND OFFN

24GBYou can create a party environment by using X-ROUND for “moving” sound effect or/and FLASH for flashing effect.To enjoy the X-ROUND mode, place

Sound Adjustment25GBYou can place your front speakers in one room and your surround speakers in another room. Then, use the Multi Room function to sel

26GBYou can mix the sound from the component connected to the GAME INPUT jacks with another function such as CD, tape, radio, VCR or turntable connect

Timer27GBYou can set the system to turn off after a certain time, so that you can fall asleep to music. Press SLEEP repeatedly.Each time you press the

28GB8 Press ENTER.The type of timer, followed by start time, stop time and the music source appears in the display.9 Press ?/1 to turn off the system.

Display29GB7 Press DIRECTION repeatedly to select “g” to record on one side. Select “j” (or “RELAY”) to record on both sides. If you want to record on

3GBAbout this manual...5Playable discs...5Getting StartedHooking up the system.

30GB You can check the playing time and remaining time of the current track or current disc. When a CD-TEXT disc or a disc with MP3 audio tracks is lo

Display31GBYou can select the power illuminator as you want.Press ILLUMINATION repeatedly to select the power illuminator you want when the system is

32GB1 Press AMP MENU repeatedly to select “DIMMER”.The last selected dimmer appears in the display.2 Press < or , repeatedly to select the setting

Optional Components33GBTo enhance your system, you can connect optional components. Refer to the operating instructions provided with each component.

34GBC CD DIGITAL OUT jackUse a digital optical cable (square, not supplied) to connect the digital input of the optional MD deck to this jack. You can

Optional Components35GBNoteYou cannot record from an MP3 audio track digitally. When you record from an MP3 audio track to a connected MD deck, make a

36GBShould you encounter a problem with your system, do the following:1 Make sure the power cord and speaker cords are correctly and firmly connected.

Troubleshooting37GBThe timer does not function.• Check the timer setting (page 27 – 29) and set the clock correctly (page 11).• Cancel the Sleep Timer

38GBThe disc title, album title, track title, ID3 tag and the CD-TEXT characters do not appear properly.• Use a disc that conforms with ISO 9660 level

Troubleshooting39GBOne of the following messages may appear or flash in the display during operation.CD/MP3No DiscThere is no disc on the disc tray.Ca

4GBOptional ComponentsHooking up optional components...33Listening to audio from a connected component ...34R

40GBOn operating voltageBefore operating the system, check that the operating voltage of your system is identical with the voltage of your local power

Additional Information41GBCleaning the cabinetClean the cabinet, panel and controls with a soft cloth slightly moistened with mild detergent solution.

42GBFST-ZX6Mexican models:The following measured at AC 127 V, 60 HzDIN power output (rated): 220 + 220 watts (4 ohms at 1 kHz, DIN)Continuous RMS powe

Additional Information43GBSpeakerSpeaker SS-ZX8 for FST-ZX8/LBT-ZX8Speaker system 2-way, bass-reflex typeSpeaker unitsWoofer: 22 cm, cone typeTweeter:

44GBMain unitALBUM +/– rh (13)AMP MENU qg (31)CD SYNC ql (19)CLOCK/TIMER SELECT 2 (28, 29)CLOCK/TIMER SET 5 (11, 27, 28)Deck A e; (18)Deck B wg (18,

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46GBRemote controlALBUM + qf (13)ALBUM – qh (13)CD wf CLEAR qk (15)CLOCK/TIMER SELECT 2 (28, 29)CLOCK/TIMER SET 4 (11, 27, 28)DISC SKIP qd (12, 13, 1

Additional Information47GB

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5GB• The instructions in this manual are for models FST-ZX8, FST-ZX6, LBT-ZX8 and LBT-ZX6. In this manual, the FST-ZX8 is used for illustration purpos

6GBDiscs that this system cannot play• A disc that has a non-standard shape (e.g., card, heart).• A disc that has the adhesive, cellophone tape, or a

7GBNote on DualDiscsThis product is designed to play back discs that conform to the Compact Disc (CD) standard. A DualDisc is a two sided disc product

8GBDo the following procedures 1 to 5 to hook up your system using the supplied cords and accessories (page 43).* FST-ZX8/LBT-ZX8 only.1 Connect the f

Getting Started9GBTipConnect the speaker cords to the terminals on the speakers. 2 Connect the surround speakers. (FST-ZX8/LBT-ZX8 only)Connect the