The recorded contents may be shorter than the maximum recording capacity. Disc space may also be reduced by scratches. * During stereo recording. (approximately 4 seconds during monaural and LP2 stereo recording, or 8 seconds during LP4 stereo recording) The sound may drop-out while searching the edited tracks Tracks created through editing may exhibit sound dropout during searching because high-speed play requires time to search for the position on the disc when the tracks are not in order. Track numbers cannot be marked When “LEVEL-SYNC” (page 23) lights up in the display window during analog recording, the track numbers may not be marked at the beginning of the track: • if the input signal is below a certain fixed level for less than 2 seconds between tracks. • if the input signal is below a certain fixed level for more than 2 seconds in the middle of the track. • if you record a track that is 4 seconds or less*. * During Stereo, Monaural or LP2 Stereo recording mode. (In LP4 Stereo recording mode: 8 seconds or less) Extra tracks are created When there is a long silence between CD tracks, an extra track may be created. continued Additional Information System limitations of MDs (continued) Guide to the Serial Copy Management System Digital audio components, such as CDs, MDs, and DATs let you copy music easily with high quality by processing music as a digital signal. To protect the copyrighted music programs, this system uses the Serial Copy Management System that allows you to make only a single copy of a digitally recorded source through digital-to-digital connections. You can make only a first generation copy* through a digital-to-digital connection. That is: 1 You can make a copy of a commercially available digital sound program (for example, a CD or MD), but you cannot make a second copy from the first-generation copy. 2 You can make a copy of a digital signal from a digitally recorded analog sound program (for example, an analog record or a music cassette tape) or from a digital satellite broadcast program, but you cannot make a second copy. * A first-generation copy means a digital recording of a digital signal made on digital audio equipment. For example, if you record from this system’s CD player to the MD deck, you make a first-generation copy. Troubleshooting If you have any problem using this system, use the following checklist. First, check that the power cord is connected firmly and that the speakers are connected correctly and firmly. Should any problem persist, consult your nearest Sony dealer. When bringing the system in for servicing, be sure to bring the speaker system (SA-C5B/C5S) along with the main unit (HCD-C5). General There is no sound. • Adjust the volume. • Make sure the headphones are not connected. • Check the speaker connections (see page 6). • There is no sound output during CD-MD High- Speed Synchro Recording. Sound comes from one channel, or unbalanced left and right volume. • Connect the speaker cords properly (see page 6). • Place the speakers as symmetrically as possible. • Connect the supplied speakers. There is severe hum or noise. • Move the system away from the source of noise. • Connect the system to a different wall outlet. • Install a noise filter (commercially available) to the power line. “– –:– –” appears in the display. • Set the clock again (see page 8). The timer cannot be set. • Set the clock again (see page 8). The timer does not function. • Press CLOCK/TIMER SELECT on the remote and light up “cDAILY” or “cREC” in the display (see pages 41 and 42). • Check the set contents and set the correct time (see page 8 or 40 to 43). • Cancel the Sleep Timer function (see page 39). • You cannot activate Daily Timer and recording timer at the same time. • After you have set the timer, make sure to press `/1 to turn off the system. • The system is on about 30 seconds before the preset time. The remote does not function. • Remove the obstacle. • Move the remote closer to the system. • Point the remote at the system’s sensor. • Replace the CR2025 battery. • Locate the system away from the fluorescent light. CD Player The CD does not eject. • Press and hold CD Z. • Consult your nearest Sony dealer. Play does not start. • Load a CD. • Wipe the CD clean (see page 46). • Replace the CD. • The CD is loaded with the label side down. Load the CD correctly. • Remove the CD and wipe away the moisture on the CD, then leave the system turned on for a few hours until the moisture evaporates. • Press NX to start play. The sound skips. • Wipe the CD clean (see page 46). • Replace the CD. • Try moving the system to a place without vibration (e.g., on top of a stable stand). • Try moving the speakers away from the system, or placing them on separate stands. When you listen to a track with bass sounds at high volume, the speaker vibration may cause the sound to skip. Play does not start from the first track. • Press PLAY MODE on the remote repeatedly until “PROGRAM” or “SHUFFLE” disappe...