Sony LBT-XB44KS User manual

©1998 by Sony Corporation
Operating Instructions
3-862-953-11(1)
Compact Hi-Fi
Stereo System
LBT-XB44KS

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WARNING
To 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 to qualified personnel only.
Do not install the appliance in a confined space,
such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
Laser component in this product is capable of
emitting radiation exceeding the limit for Class 1.
This caution label is located inside the unit.
This stereo system is equipped with the Dolby* B-
type noise reduction system.
* Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license
from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
“DOLBY” and the double-D symbol aare
trademarks of the Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation.
This appliance is classified as
a CLASS 1 LASER product.
The CLASS 1 LASER
PRODUCT MARKING is
located on the rear exterior.

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Table of Contents
Getting Started
Step 1: Hooking up the system ............ 4
Step 2: Setting the time ......................... 6
Step 3: Presetting radio stations .......... 7
Connecting optional AV
components ...................................... 8
Basic Operations
Playing a CD ......................................... 11
Recording a CD .................................... 13
Listening to the radio ........................... 14
Recording from the radio .................... 15
Playing a tape........................................ 16
Recording from a tape ......................... 18
The CD Player
Using the CD display........................... 19
Playing CD tracks repeatedly ............. 19
Playing CD tracks in random
order ................................................ 20
Programming CD tracks ..................... 21
Playing CDs without interruption ..... 22
The Tape Deck
Recording on a tape manually ........... 23
Recording CDs by specifying the track
order ................................................ 24
DJ Effects
Looping part of a CD ........................... 26
Flashing part of a CD ........................... 26
Waving the equalizer ........................... 27
Sound Adjustment
Adjusting the sound ............................ 28
Selecting the audio emphasis ............. 29
Adjusting the audio emphasis............ 30
Making a personal audio emphasis
file .................................................... 31
Other Features
Singing along: Karaoke ...................... 32
Falling asleep to music ........................ 34
Waking up to music ............................. 35
Timer-recording radio programs ....... 36
Additional Information
Precautions ............................................ 38
Troubleshooting ................................... 39
Specifications ........................................ 41
Index....................................................... 42

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Step 1: Hooking up the system
Getting Started
Follow steps 1through 5to hook up your system using the supplied cords and accessories.
Left speakerRight speaker
AM loop antenna
FM antenna
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1Connect the speakers.
1Connect the speaker cords to
SPEAKER jacks of the same color.
Keep the speaker cords away from the
antennas to prevent noise.
2Insert only the stripped portion of the
cord. Inserting the vinyl portion will
interfere with the speaker connection
and no sound will come from the
speaker.
2Connect the FM/AM antennas.
Set up the AM loop antenna, then
3Set VOLTAGE SELECTOR to the
position of your local power line
voltage.
4Connect the power cord to a wall
outlet.
The demonstration appears in the
display.
If the plug on this unit does not fit your
wall outlet, detach the supplied adapter
from the plug.
5Deactivate the demonstration mode
by pressing DISPLAY/DEMO while
the system is off.
Inserting two size AA (R6)
batteries into the remote
Tips
• With normal use, the batteries should last for
about six months. When the remote no longer
operates the system, replace both batteries with
new ones.
• When you set the time, the demonstration is
deactivated.
To activate the demonstration again, press
DISPLAY/DEMO while the system is off.
Note
If you do not use the remote for a long period of
time, remove the batteries to avoid possible damage
from battery leakage.
When carrying this system
Do the following to protect the CD
mechanism.
1Press FUNCTION repeatedly until “CD”
appears in the display.
2Hold down PLAY MODE and press 1/uto
turn off the system.
220-240V
VOLTAGE SELECTOR
110-120V
Black (’)Red (‘)
R
+
L
+
–
AM loop antenna
Extend the FM wire
antenna horizontally.
FM75
AM

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Step 2: Setting the
time
5Press ENTER/NEXT.
The clock starts.
Tips
• If you make a mistake, start over from step 1.
• To change the time while the power is on, do the
following:
1 Press t/CLOCK SET.
2 Press TUNING +/– to select "SET CLOCK".
3 Press ENTER/NEXT.
4 Perform steps 2 through 5 above.
You must set the time before using the timer
functions.
1Press t/CLOCK SET.
The hour indication flashes.
2Press TUNING +/– to set the hour.
3Press ENTER/NEXT.
The minutes indication flashes.
4Press TUNING +/– to set the
minutes.
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Step 3: Presetting
radio stations
You can preset up to 40 stations, 20 for FM, 10
for MW and 10 for LW.
1Press TUNER/BAND repeatedly
until the band you want appears in
the display.
Each time you press this button, the
band changes as follows:
FM nMW nLW
2Press TUNING MODE repeatedly
until “AUTO” appears in the
display.
3Press TUNING +/–.
The frequency indication changes and
scanning stops when the system tunes in
a station. “TUNED” and “STEREO” (for
a stereo program) appear.
4Press TUNER MEMORY.
A preset number flashes in the display.
5Press TUNING +/– to select the
preset number you want.
6Press ENTER/NEXT.
The station is stored.
7Repeat steps 1 through 6 to store
other stations.
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DOLBY NR
OFF TUNED
STEREOAUTO
ALL DISC S
DOLBY NR
OFF TUNED
STEREOAUTO
ALL DISC S
MHz
DOLBY NR
OFF TUNED
STEREOAUTO
ALL DISC S
continued
1/u
(Power)

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Connecting
optional AV
components
To enhance your system, you can connect
optional components. Refer to the
instructions included with each component
for details.
Connecting audio
components
Connecting a turntable
Be sure to match the color of the plugs and
the connectors. To listen to the sound from
the connected turntable, press FUNCTION
repeatedly until “PHONO” appears.
Note
Using the turntable at high volume may cause
distortion or howling. This is often caused by the
bass sound from the speakers. The bass sound may
be picked up by the needle of the turntable, and
produce the distortion or howling. To avoid this, do
the following:
1Keep some distance between the speakers and the
turntable.
2Stop using the surround effect.
3Install the speakers or the turntable on a firm and
stable surface.
4Press SUPER WOOFER repeatedly until the
indicator on this button goes off.
To the audio output of the turntable
To tune in a station with a weak
signal
Press TUNING MODE repeatedly until
“MANUAL” appears in step 2, then press
TUNING +/– to tune in the station.
To change the preset number
Start over from step 1.
To change the AM tuning interval
The AM tuning interval is factory-preset to 9 kHz
(10 kHz in some areas). To change the AM tuning
interval to 10 kHz (or 9 kHz), press TUNER/BAND
repeatedly until “AM” appears first, then turn off
the system. While holding down ENTER/NEXT,
turn the system back on. When you change the
interval, the AM preset stations will be erased. To
reset the interval, repeat the same procedure.
Note
The preset stations are canceled when you
disconnect the power cord or if a power failure
occurs for half a day.
Step 3: Presetting radio stations
(continued)

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Connecting a VCR
Be sure to match the color of the plugs and
the connectors. To listen to the sound from
the connected VCR, press FUNCTION
repeatedly until “VIDEO” appears.
Connecting an MD deck for digital
recording
You can record a CD to an MD digitally by
connecting your MD deck using an optical
cable.
Connecting an MD deck for analog
recording
Be sure to match the color of the plugs and
the connectors. To listen to the sound of the
connected MD deck, press FUNCTION
repeatedly until “MD” appears.
Note
If you cannot select “MD” by pressing FUNCTION,
press 1/uwhile pressing FUNCTION when the
power is turned off. “VIDEO” will be switched to
“MD.” To return to “VIDEO,” do the same
procedure.
To the digital input of the MD deck
To the audio outputs
of the MD deck To the audio inputs of
the MD deck
To the audio output of the VCR
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Connecting outdoor
antennas
Connect an outdoor antenna to improve the
reception.
FM antenna
Connect an optional FM outdoor antenna.
You can also use the TV antenna instead.
75-ohm coaxial cable
(not supplied)
Screw clamp
Ground wire (not supplied)
Insulated wire (not supplied)
Screw clamp
Ground wire (not supplied)
AM antenna
Connect a 6 to 15 meter (20 to 50 feet)
insulated wire to the AM antenna terminal.
Leave the supplied AM loop antenna
connected.
Important
If you connect an outdoor antenna, connect a
ground wire to the yterminal with the screw
clamp. To prevent a gas explosion, do not
connect the ground wire to a gas pipe.
Connecting optional AV
components (continued)
AM
FM75
FM75
AM