Sony DHC-MD373 manual Messages

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C41/CannotCopy

The sound source is a copy of a commercially available music software, or you tried to record a CD-R (Recordable CD).

cThe Serial Copy Management System prevents making a digital copy (see page 55). You cannot record a CD-R.

C71/CheckOPT-IN

This appears momentarily because of the signal of the digital broadcast during recording. cThere is no affect on the recorded contents. No component is connected to the DIGITAL OPTICAL IN jack, or a digital component is not connected properly.

cConnect a digital component to the DIGITAL OPTICAL IN jack properly using a digital connecting cable (not supplied, see page 53). The connected digital component is not turned

on.

cSee the operating instructions supplied with the connected component and confirm whether the component is turned on.

The digital connecting cable connected to the DIGITAL OPTICAL IN jack is pulled out, or the connected digital component is turned off during digital recording.

cConnect the cable, or turn on the digital component.

Messages

One of the following messages may appear or flash in the display during operation.

MD

AutoCut

The MD deck is pausing the recording because silence continued for 30 seconds or more during digital recording.

BlankDisc

The inserted recordable MD is new, or all tracks on the MD have been erased.

CannotEdit

•A pre-mastered MD is in the deck.

•You tried to edit in Programme or Shuffle Play mode.

CannotREC

•A pre-mastered MD is in the deck.

•The function is switched to MD.

Complete!!

The editing operation of MDs is completed.

DiscFull!!

There is no time remaining on the MD.

Eject

The MD deck is ejecting the MD.

Impossible

•You tried to make an impossible editing operation.

•You cannot combine the tracks due to the system limitations of MDs.

NameFull

There is no more space to store track or disc titles.

NoDisc

There is no disc in the MD deck.

NoName

You tried to show the title of a non-labelled disc or track.

—OVER—

You have reached the end of the MD while keep pressing MD/CD M> during playing pause.

PushSTOP!

You pressed PLAY MODE during play.

—Rehearsal—

The MD is playing the specified dividing point for confirmation during the Divide function.

SmartSpace

The signal was input again after silence continued for 3 or more but less than 30 seconds during digital recording.

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Contents Mini Hi-Fi Component System Table of Contents Recording your favourite CD tracks on An MD Starting recording with 6 seconds Prestored audio dataLabelling the preset stations Using the Radio Data System RDSConnect the FM/AM aerials Set up the AM loop aerial, then connect itHooking up the system Connect the speakersTip Connect the mains lead to a wall outletInserting two R6 size AA batteries into the remote Getting StartedIf you make a mistake Setting the timeTo change the preset time Presetting radio stations To erase a preset station Presetting radio stationsTo tune in a station with a weak signal To set another station to the exist preset numberPress Display Clock display disappears Saving the power in standby modeTo activate Power Saving Mode Press Display when the system is offPress CD HS To turn on the system, press ?/1powerPlaying a CD Press CD Z and place a CD on the disc trayBefore inserting an MD Recording a CD on anMD CD-MD Synchro Recording To stop recordingIf the MD becomes full during recording Playing an MDRecording a CD on an MD Before pulling out the mains leadListening to the radio Preset TuningListening to the radio Listening to non-preset radio StationsRecording from Recording starts Press zRECMD deck stands by for recording REC button lights red Repeatedly Repeat Play To cancel Repeat PlayTo cancel Shuffle Play Playing CD tracksTo check the total number of programmed tracks Programming CD tracksProgramme Play Press HTo check the programme order Using the CD displayTo select the desired track using the remote Programming CD tracksCD Player Stop modeLabelling a CD Disc Memo Labelling a CD Checking the disc titlesErasing all disc titles stored System memory To cancel erasingPlaying MD tracks Erasing a disc titleYou can play all the tracks on an MD in random Programming MD tracksPress .or repeatedly during Programme Play To programme additional tracks, repeat steps 3 Press HTips MD Deck PlayUsing the MD display MD Deck Play/Recording When the source you record from is This system’s CD playerAfter recording Protecting a recorded MDPress ENTER/YES on the remote Selecting the tracksRecording on an MD CD-MD Synchro RecordingMD Deck Recording Recording on an MDManually Manual Recording Press z RECTime Machine Recording Recording on an MD manuallyStart playing the desired source CD, etc. to record To stop Time Machine Recording Press Function repeatedly until Tuner appears Marking track numbers4,5 Tracks following the added one are renumbered To cancel automatic track markingPress MENU/NO Press MD HS Press H to restart the recording Making a space between tracks 3 seconds longTo turn off Smart Space and Auto Cut functions 4,6 Adjusting the recording levelRecording starts When recording a CD, etc., start playing Mono lights up Monaural recording4,5 5 ,4,5 To return to stereo recordingAfter editing Before you start editingEditing functions Before editingAfter recording Labelling an MDName Function During recordingErasing the titles Erasing recordingsCopying a disc or track title Checking the titlesAll Erase ?? appears Erasing all tracksErasing recordings Press ENTER/YES againMD pauses 5,8, 9,11Erasing a portion of a track Erase Function Repeat until point a is played correctlyMove Function To cancel A-B EraseMoving recorded tracks Divide Function To cancel movingTo return to the track order before Move Dividing recorded tracks Combining recorded4,6 5 ,4,5 For example, to combine tracks 4 and 1, select To cancel combiningOne of the following messages appears To cancel Undo functionUndoing the last edit Undo FunctionPress Dbfb To cancel the Preset EqualizerMD Deck Editing/Sound Adjustment Reinforcing the bass sound DbfbPress TUNER/BAND to select FM or AM Labelling the presetStations Station Name Press CURSORt on the remoteReceiving RDS broadcasts What is the Radio Data System?5,8 Falling asleep to musicWaking up to music Set the time to start play To change the settingTo check the setting / activate the timer To cancel the timerInsert a recordable MD or tape Timer recording radio programmesTune in the preset radio station see Press CLOCK/TIMER SET Set the time to start recordingTo check the setting / To use the timer Connecting the audio cords not supplied Connecting optional A/V componentsConnecting a portable MD Etc Connecting the optional TC TX373 tape deckFM aerial Connecting external aerialsConnecting a CS/BS digital Tuner, etc Connecting optional componentsPrecautions System limitations of MDs General TroubleshootingOptional components MD DeckTuner TroubleshootingSelf-diagnosis Display Messages Self-diagnosis Display SpecificationsInformation Parts descriptions for the remoteParts descriptions for the remote Playing CD 10, 16 an MD 12 IndexUndo Function Index

DHC-MD373 specifications

The Sony DHC-MD373 is a compact audio system that exemplifies Sony's commitment to high-quality sound and user-friendly design. Introduced as a versatile mini-system, the DHC-MD373 integrates a variety of playback options, catering to a wide array of musical preferences. This system features a sleek, modern design that easily fits into any living space, making it a popular choice for both casual listeners and audiophiles alike.

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In addition to its physical media capabilities, the DHC-MD373 is equipped with AM/FM radio, enabling users to access their favorite radio stations. The system includes a built-in tuner with presets, making it easy to switch between different stations. It also features a tape deck for those who still cherish their cassette collections, further enhancing its versatility.

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