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...25 - Preset Tuning - Manual Tuning Tape Loading a tape 18 Playing a tape 18 Tape - Sleep Timer Waking up the system 8 Positioning the speakers 10 Setting the clock 11 CD/MP3 Loading a disc 12 Playing a disc 12 - Normal Play/Shuffle Play Playing repeatedly 14 - Manual Recording Sound...the surround effect 23 Selecting the MP3 Booster effect ......... 23 Creating a party environment 24 (FST-ZX8/LBT-ZX8 only) - Recording Recording your own program 15 - Multi Room (FST-ZX8/LBT-ZX8 only) Enhancing the video game sound ......... 25 - FLASH Listening to the sound in the ...
...25 - Preset Tuning - Manual Tuning Tape Loading a tape 18 Playing a tape 18 Tape - Sleep Timer Waking up the system 8 Positioning the speakers 10 Setting the clock 11 CD/MP3 Loading a disc 12 Playing a disc 12 - Normal Play/Shuffle Play Playing repeatedly 14 - Manual Recording Sound...the surround effect 23 Selecting the MP3 Booster effect ......... 23 Creating a party environment 24 (FST-ZX8/LBT-ZX8 only) - Recording Recording your own program 15 - Multi Room (FST-ZX8/LBT-ZX8 only) Enhancing the video game sound ......... 25 - FLASH Listening to the sound in the ...
Operating Instructions
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... be played back. Tuner/CD/MP3 player/Stereo cassette deck/Amplifier (main unit) HCD-ZX8 - The FST-ZX8/LBT-ZX8 consists of the following components: - Speaker System • Front/Surround speakers SS-ZX8 The FST-ZX6/LBT-ZX6 consists of discs Audio CDs Disc logo Contents Audio CD-R/CD-RW (Audio CDs) CD-R/CD-RW (Discs...
... be played back. Tuner/CD/MP3 player/Stereo cassette deck/Amplifier (main unit) HCD-ZX8 - The FST-ZX8/LBT-ZX8 consists of the following components: - Speaker System • Front/Surround speakers SS-ZX8 The FST-ZX6/LBT-ZX6 consists of discs Audio CDs Disc logo Contents Audio CD-R/CD-RW (Audio CDs) CD-R/CD-RW (Discs...
Operating Instructions
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... Front speaker (Left) (FST-ZX6/LBT-ZX6 only) Connect the speaker cords to hook up your system using the supplied cords and accessories (page 43). AM loop antenna Surround speaker* (Right) FM lead antenna 3 3 Surround speaker* (Left) 4 2 2 5 1 Front speaker (Right) * FST-ZX8/LBT-ZX8 only. 1 Connect the front speakers. (FST-ZX8/LBT-ZX8 only) Connect the speaker cords to the FRONT SPEAKER (SPEAKER A) terminals...
... Front speaker (Left) (FST-ZX6/LBT-ZX6 only) Connect the speaker cords to hook up your system using the supplied cords and accessories (page 43). AM loop antenna Surround speaker* (Right) FM lead antenna 3 3 Surround speaker* (Left) 4 2 2 5 1 Front speaker (Right) * FST-ZX8/LBT-ZX8 only. 1 Connect the front speakers. (FST-ZX8/LBT-ZX8 only) Connect the speaker cords to the FRONT SPEAKER (SPEAKER A) terminals...
Operating Instructions
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... FCOMA7X5IAL Note If you press ?/1, the system turns on the system and the connectors. • Be sure to the terminals on the speakers. SRPS(SUEPREARAKOKEURENBRD) L Grey L R (SPFERAOKNERT A) 3 Connect the FM and AM antennas. The demonstration appears in the tip above....Black (#) Black (#) Red (3) Red (3) 2 Connect the surround speakers. (FST-ZX8/LBT-ZX8 only) Connect the speaker cords to the SURROUND SPEAKER (SPEAKER B) terminals and to connect the speakers securely and correctly. Notes • Keep the speaker cords away from battery leakage and corrosion. Set up the AM ...
... FCOMA7X5IAL Note If you press ?/1, the system turns on the system and the connectors. • Be sure to the terminals on the speakers. SRPS(SUEPREARAKOKEURENBRD) L Grey L R (SPFERAOKNERT A) 3 Connect the FM and AM antennas. The demonstration appears in the tip above....Black (#) Black (#) Red (3) Red (3) 2 Connect the surround speakers. (FST-ZX8/LBT-ZX8 only) Connect the speaker cords to the SURROUND SPEAKER (SPEAKER B) terminals and to connect the speakers securely and correctly. Notes • Keep the speaker cords away from battery leakage and corrosion. Set up the AM ...
Operating Instructions
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... turn on the system. 2 Make sure that all discs are 3 ways to protect the disc mechanism. FST-ZX8/LBT-ZX8 only FST-ZX6/LBT-ZX6 only Positioning the speakers Positioning the speakers for the operation. 1 Press ?/1 to stabilize the speakers and prevent them from the system. 3 Hold down REPEAT and then press ?/1 until "LOCK" appears in another...
... turn on the system. 2 Make sure that all discs are 3 ways to protect the disc mechanism. FST-ZX8/LBT-ZX8 only FST-ZX6/LBT-ZX6 only Positioning the speakers Positioning the speakers for the operation. 1 Press ?/1 to stabilize the speakers and prevent them from the system. 3 Hold down REPEAT and then press ?/1 until "LOCK" appears in another...
Operating Instructions
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... remote) to set the hour. 4 Press ENTER. The minute indication flashes in the display. 3 Press M or m (or >+ or -. Getting Started Positioning the speakers for FST-ZX6/LBT-ZX6 only Place the front speakers at an angle of 45 degrees from your listening position. Then, the hour indication flashes in the display. 5 Press M or m (or >+ or...
... remote) to set the hour. 4 Press ENTER. The minute indication flashes in the display. 3 Press M or m (or >+ or -. Getting Started Positioning the speakers for FST-ZX6/LBT-ZX6 only Place the front speakers at an angle of 45 degrees from your listening position. Then, the hour indication flashes in the display. 5 Press M or m (or >+ or...
Operating Instructions
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... has MP3 audio tracks. • The disc recorded with complicated tree structure takes a longer time to start playback. • An album that could damage your speakers. • You are many albums or non MP3 audio tracks on a disc which can also be played back. • When naming the MP3 audio tracks...
... has MP3 audio tracks. • The disc recorded with complicated tree structure takes a longer time to start playback. • An album that could damage your speakers. • You are many albums or non MP3 audio tracks on a disc which can also be played back. • When naming the MP3 audio tracks...
Operating Instructions
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...ROUND for "moving" sound effect or/and FLASH for FST-ZX8/ LBT-ZX8 only" on page 10). To change the flash speed Hold down FLASH during playback The flashing effect is automatically changed to another speaker by turning the JOG clockwise or anticlockwise. To enjoy the X-ROUND ... X-ROUND ON/OFF repeatedly until the X-ROUND indicator lights up. FLASH With the flash function, you cannot change the speed of "Positioning the speakers for flashing effect. To cancel the flashing effect Release FLASH. The display changes cyclically as follows: MANUAL WAVE t MANUAL FADER t MANUAL BAL ...
...ROUND for "moving" sound effect or/and FLASH for FST-ZX8/ LBT-ZX8 only" on page 10). To change the flash speed Hold down FLASH during playback The flashing effect is automatically changed to another speaker by turning the JOG clockwise or anticlockwise. To enjoy the X-ROUND ... X-ROUND ON/OFF repeatedly until the X-ROUND indicator lights up. FLASH With the flash function, you cannot change the speed of "Positioning the speakers for flashing effect. To cancel the flashing effect Release FLASH. The display changes cyclically as follows: MANUAL WAVE t MANUAL FADER t MANUAL BAL ...
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...page 29). • You can place your front speakers in one room and your surround speakers in the display. Multi Room (FST-ZX8/LBT-ZX8 only) You can also press FUNCTION repeatedly to "SPEAKERS A+B" and you want to turn on page 33...). Enhancing the video game sound - The "GAME" preset effect is selected as follow: SPEAKERS A t SPEAKERS B t SPEAKERS A+B To select The front speakers The surround speakers Both the front and surround speakers Display SPEAKERS A SPEAKERS B SPEAKERS...
...page 29). • You can place your front speakers in one room and your surround speakers in the display. Multi Room (FST-ZX8/LBT-ZX8 only) You can also press FUNCTION repeatedly to "SPEAKERS A+B" and you want to turn on page 33...). Enhancing the video game sound - The "GAME" preset effect is selected as follow: SPEAKERS A t SPEAKERS B t SPEAKERS A+B To select The front speakers The surround speakers Both the front and surround speakers Display SPEAKERS A SPEAKERS B SPEAKERS...
Operating Instructions
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... it will not hear any sound output from MIC 1 or MIC 2 jacks. Tips • If acoustic feedback (howling) occurs, move the microphone away from the speakers or change the direction of the microphone. • If you want to record your voice through the microphone only, you want. 2 Press GAME MIXING. You...
... it will not hear any sound output from MIC 1 or MIC 2 jacks. Tips • If acoustic feedback (howling) occurs, move the microphone away from the speakers or change the direction of the microphone. • If you want to record your voice through the microphone only, you want. 2 Press GAME MIXING. You...
Operating Instructions
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... though you have set the timer, redo "Waking up the system" on page 25). Sound lacks bass. • Check that the speakers are correctly and firmly connected. 2 Find your nearest Sony dealer. Troubleshooting Problems and remedies Should you encounter a problem with your system, do the following items. • Is the voltage selector...
... though you have set the timer, redo "Waking up the system" on page 25). Sound lacks bass. • Check that the speakers are correctly and firmly connected. 2 Find your nearest Sony dealer. Troubleshooting Problems and remedies Should you encounter a problem with your system, do the following items. • Is the voltage selector...
Operating Instructions
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...tracks other than usual if - The disc tray does not close. • Place the disc correctly. • Always close the tray with your nearest Sony dealer. Playback does not start from the first track. • The system is very large. - MP3 audio tracks take a longer time to playback.... • Replace the batteries (R6/size AA). • Locate the system away from the TV set. If the color irregularity still persists, place the speakers farther away from the fluorescent light. Playback does not start playback. Disc access takes a long time. • Set "CD POWER ON" by pressing Z ...
...tracks other than usual if - The disc tray does not close. • Place the disc correctly. • Always close the tray with your nearest Sony dealer. Playback does not start from the first track. • The system is very large. - MP3 audio tracks take a longer time to playback.... • Replace the batteries (R6/size AA). • Locate the system away from the TV set. If the color irregularity still persists, place the speakers farther away from the fluorescent light. Playback does not start playback. Disc access takes a long time. • Set "CD POWER ON" by pressing Z ...
Operating Instructions
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... FM MODE until "MONO" disappears. A stereo FM program cannot be displayed correctly. The tape does not record. • The tab has been removed from the speaker cords as possible. • Try turning off surrounding electrical equipment. • Set "CD POWER OFF" by this system are as follows: Use buttons on page...
... FM MODE until "MONO" disappears. A stereo FM program cannot be displayed correctly. The tape does not record. • The tab has been removed from the speaker cords as possible. • Try turning off surrounding electrical equipment. • Set "CD POWER OFF" by this system are as follows: Use buttons on page...
Operating Instructions
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... the steps you programed. SET TIMER! You tried to program more than 25 steps. Sound Adjustment Not in Use You pressed X-ROUND ON/OFF or SPEAKERS when the headphones are not available. Messages One of the following messages may appear or flash in the display during timer operation. NO STEP You...
... the steps you programed. SET TIMER! You tried to program more than 25 steps. Sound Adjustment Not in Use You pressed X-ROUND ON/OFF or SPEAKERS when the headphones are not available. Messages One of the following messages may appear or flash in the display during timer operation. NO STEP You...
Operating Instructions
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... time. On operation • If the system is not sticky before operating it any solid object or liquid fall into the outlet, contact your nearest Sony dealer. The following types of disc should not be changed only at a high volume, the cabinet temperature of the top, side and bottom rises considerably... is a chance that the label side of the disc is brought directly from a cold to direct sunlight. • Use caution when placing the system or speakers on for the cooling fan. Wipe the disc from the AC power source (mains) as long as hot air ducts, nor leave it is identical...
... time. On operation • If the system is not sticky before operating it any solid object or liquid fall into the outlet, contact your nearest Sony dealer. The following types of disc should not be changed only at a high volume, the cabinet temperature of the top, side and bottom rises considerably... is a chance that the label side of the disc is brought directly from a cold to direct sunlight. • Use caution when placing the system or speakers on for the cooling fan. Wipe the disc from the AC power source (mains) as long as hot air ducts, nor leave it is identical...
Operating Instructions
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... 1,710 kHz (with the tuning interval set at 9 kHz) AM loop antenna External antenna terminal 450 kHz 42GB FST-ZX6 Mexican models: The following measured at AC 127 V, 60 Hz DIN power output (rated): 220 + 220 watts (4 ...1 Vp-p, load impedance 75 ohms FRONT SPEAKER: FST-ZX8/LBT-ZX8: FRONT L/R Use only the supplied speaker SS-ZX8 SURROUND L/R Use only the supplied speaker SS-ZX8 FST-ZX6/LBT-ZX6: FRONT L/R Use only the supplied speaker SS-ZX6 CD/MP3 player section System Compact disc and...track 2-channel, stereo 50 - 13,000 Hz (±3 dB), using Sony TYPE I tapes ±0.15% W.
... 1,710 kHz (with the tuning interval set at 9 kHz) AM loop antenna External antenna terminal 450 kHz 42GB FST-ZX6 Mexican models: The following measured at AC 127 V, 60 Hz DIN power output (rated): 220 + 220 watts (4 ...1 Vp-p, load impedance 75 ohms FRONT SPEAKER: FST-ZX8/LBT-ZX8: FRONT L/R Use only the supplied speaker SS-ZX8 SURROUND L/R Use only the supplied speaker SS-ZX8 FST-ZX6/LBT-ZX6: FRONT L/R Use only the supplied speaker SS-ZX6 CD/MP3 player section System Compact disc and...track 2-channel, stereo 50 - 13,000 Hz (±3 dB), using Sony TYPE I tapes ±0.15% W.
Operating Instructions
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... 2-way, bass-reflex type 22 cm, cone type 6.5 cm, cone type 6 ohms Approx. 290 × 353 × 482 mm Approx. 9.5 kg net per speaker Speaker SS-ZX6 for FST-ZX6/LBT-ZX6 Speaker system Speaker units Super Woofer/Woofer: Tweeter: Rated impedance Dimensions (w/h/d) Mass 3-way BUILT IN SW, bass-reflex type 17 cm/17 cm, cone type 2.5 cm...
... 2-way, bass-reflex type 22 cm, cone type 6.5 cm, cone type 6 ohms Approx. 290 × 353 × 482 mm Approx. 9.5 kg net per speaker Speaker SS-ZX6 for FST-ZX6/LBT-ZX6 Speaker system Speaker units Super Woofer/Woofer: Tweeter: Rated impedance Dimensions (w/h/d) Mass 3-way BUILT IN SW, bass-reflex type 17 cm/17 cm, cone type 2.5 cm...
Operating Instructions
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..., 19, 29) x (stop) ef (18) .m/M> ef (18, 19) TAPE B function: h/H (play) qk (18, 19, 29) x (stop) qk (18, 19, 38) .m/M> qk (18, 19) * FST-ZX8/LBT-ZX8 only. 44GB List of button locations and reference pages How to use pages 44 to 46 Use this page to find the location of... t; (12, 13, 15) Disc tray ea (12, 39) DISPLAY 3 (29, 30) Display 6 E - Z REC PAUSE/START wf (19, 20, 21) REPEAT ra (10, 14) SLEEP 4 (27) SPEAKERS* rj (25) SURROUND ej (23) TUNER ENTER qd (16, 17, 38) TUNER/BAND q; (16, 17, 20, 29) TUNING +/- Illustration number r PLAY MODE r; (13, 15, 37...
..., 19, 29) x (stop) ef (18) .m/M> ef (18, 19) TAPE B function: h/H (play) qk (18, 19, 29) x (stop) qk (18, 19, 38) .m/M> qk (18, 19) * FST-ZX8/LBT-ZX8 only. 44GB List of button locations and reference pages How to use pages 44 to 46 Use this page to find the location of... t; (12, 13, 15) Disc tray ea (12, 39) DISPLAY 3 (29, 30) Display 6 E - Z REC PAUSE/START wf (19, 20, 21) REPEAT ra (10, 14) SLEEP 4 (27) SPEAKERS* rj (25) SURROUND ej (23) TUNER ENTER qd (16, 17, 38) TUNER/BAND q; (16, 17, 20, 29) TUNING +/- Illustration number r PLAY MODE r; (13, 15, 37...