Sony Speaker System LBT ZX66i User Manual

4-128-304-11(2)  
Mini HI-FI  
Component  
System  
Operating Instructions  
LBT-ZX99i  
LBT-ZX66i  
©2009 Sony Corporation  
 
NOTE  
8) Do not install near any heat sources such  
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or  
other apparatus (including amplifiers)  
that produce heat.  
This equipment has been tested and found to  
comply with the limits for a Class B digital  
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.  
These limits are designed to provide  
reasonable protection against harmful  
interference in a residential installation. This  
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate  
radio frequency energy and, if not installed  
and used in accordance with the instructions,  
may cause harmful interference to radio  
communications. However, there is no  
guarantee that interference will not occur in  
a particular installation.  
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the  
polarized or grounding-type plug. A  
polarized plug has two blades with one  
wider than the other. A grounding type  
plug has two blades and a third  
grounding prong. The wide blade or the  
third prong are provided for your safety.  
If the provided plug does not fit into your  
outlet, consult an electrician for  
replacement of the obsolete outlet.  
10) Protect the power cord from being  
walked on or pinched particularly at  
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the  
point where they exit from the apparatus.  
11) Only use attachments/accessories  
specified by the manufacturer.  
If this equipment does cause harmful  
interference to radio or television reception,  
which can be determined by turning the  
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged  
to try to correct the interference by one or  
more of the following measures:  
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
– Increase the separation between the  
equipment and receiver.  
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,  
bracket, or table specified by the  
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.  
When a cart is used, use caution when  
moving the cart/apparatus combination  
to avoid injury from tip-over.  
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a  
circuit different from that to which the  
receiver is connected.  
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/  
TV technician for help.  
CAUTION  
You are cautioned that any changes or  
modification not expressly approved in this  
manual could void your authority to operate  
this equipment.  
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning  
storms or when unused for long periods  
of time.  
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service  
personnel. Servicing is required when  
the apparatus has been damaged in any  
way, such as power-supply cord or plug  
is damaged, liquid has been spilled or  
objects have fallen into the apparatus, the  
apparatus has been exposed to rain or  
moisture, does not operate normally, or  
has been dropped.  
Important Safety  
Instructions  
1) Read these instructions.  
2) Keep these instructions.  
3) Heed all warnings.  
4) Follow all instructions.  
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.  
6) Clean only with dry cloth.  
7) Do not block any ventilation openings.  
Install in accordance with the  
manufacturer’s instructions.  
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Note on DualDiscs  
A DualDisc is a two sided disc product  
which mates DVD recorded material on one  
side with digital audio material on the other  
side. However, since the audio material side  
does not conform to the Compact Disc (CD)  
standard, playback on this product is not  
guaranteed.  
About this manual  
The instructions in this manual are for  
models LBT-ZX99i and LBT-ZX66i. In  
this manual, the LBT-ZX99i is used for  
illustration purposes unless stated  
otherwise.  
The LBT-ZX99i consists of:  
Music discs encoded with  
copyright protection  
technologies  
This product is designed to play back discs  
that conform to the Compact Disc (CD)  
standard. Recently, various music discs  
encoded with copyright protection  
technologies are marketed by some record  
companies. Please be aware that among  
those discs, there are some that do not  
conform to the CD standard and may not be  
playable by this product.  
– Unit  
HCD-ZX99i  
– Speaker System  
• Front speakers  
SS-ZX99i  
• Surround speakers SS-ZX99i  
The LBT-ZX66i consists of:  
– Unit  
HCD-ZX66i  
– Speaker System  
• Front speakers  
SS-ZX66i  
Note on Multi Session disc  
When you play back Multi Session discs  
with different formats for each session, the  
format of the first session is recognized as  
the disc type. Tracks in the second and  
subsequent sessions are played back if they  
are the same formats as the first session.  
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and  
patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and  
Thomson.  
iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered  
in the U.S. and other countries.  
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Table of Contents  
Creating your own sound  
effect..................................... 31  
Compatible iPod models with  
this system............................ 42  
Enhancing the video game  
sound.....................................25  
Mixing video game sound with  
other sound source ................26  
Viewing information in the  
display...................................28  
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Guide to parts and controls  
This manual mainly explains operations using the buttons on the unit, but the same  
operations can also be performed using the buttons on the remote having the same or  
similar names.  
Unit  
– Front view  
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Remote RM-AMU008  
Press to select the FM monaural or  
stereo reception.  
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Press to select AM or FM band.  
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Press to tune in a radio station.  
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Remote: FUNCTION +/–  
Press to select a function.  
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M TUNING MODE (pages 19, 31,  
Press to select the tuning mode.  
N TUNER MEMORY (page 30)  
Press to preset a radio station.  
Press to return to previous menu of  
the iPod.  
Press to turn the system on or off.  
B TIMER MENU (pages 16, 32)  
Press to set the clock and the timers.  
Push to select the menu items of the  
system and iPod.  
Press to change the information in  
the display.  
D ILLUMINATION (page 26)  
Remote:  
Press to select the power illuminator.  
Press to enter the settings.  
E SLEEP (page 32)  
Press to set the Sleep Timer.  
Q Unit: RETURN (page 21)  
Remote: O RETURN (page 21)  
Press to return to previous menu of  
the iPod.  
G Preset Effect buttons (SALSA/  
REGGAE/POP/SAMBA/TANGO/  
ROCK/JAZZ/DANCE/MOVIE/  
Press to select iPod function.  
Press to select preset effect.  
Press to select PHONO function.  
Press to display the menu to operate  
the system.  
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T Operation buttons for iPod  
function:  
wl MIC LEVEL (pages 32, 34)  
Turn to adjust the microphone  
volume.  
BX (play/pause) (pages 20, 21)  
Press to start or pause playback.  
Press to select the play mode of CD  
function.  
m/M (rewind/fast foward)  
Press to find a point in a track.  
Press to select a disc.  
Press to switch to CD function from  
other function.  
./> (go backward/go  
Press to select a track.  
es USER EQ (page 31)  
Press to select the preset user  
equalizer.  
Press to select the level of the GAME  
input.  
Press to reinforce the bass.  
Press to select the GAME function.  
ef SURROUND (page 22)  
Press to select the surround effect.  
W GAME INPUT VIDEO jack  
GAME INPUT AUDIO L/R jacks  
Connect to an optional video game  
player.  
eh EFFECT ON/OFF (page 22)  
Press to activate or deactivate the  
preset effect.  
Press to select next disc.  
Connect the headphones.  
ek EX-CHANGE (page 17)  
Press to exchange other discs during  
playback.  
Turn to adjust the volume.  
el (LBT-ZX99i only)  
Remote: VOLUME +*/–  
Press to adjust the volume.  
Press and hold to select “SOUND  
FLASH” effect.  
Z Power illuminator (page 26)  
Place an optional iPod on the  
connector to listen to audio contents  
stored in the iPod.  
Connect an optional microphone.  
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ra (LBT-ZX99i only)  
MODE (page 23)  
When X-ROUND is set to on, press  
to select X-ROUND mode.  
Press to delete the last step from the  
program list.  
rk Operation buttons on remote:  
(LBT-ZX99i only)  
Press to tune in a radio station.  
When X-ROUND is set to off, press  
to select speaker setting.  
Press to select a folder of MP3 files.  
rs (LBT-ZX99i only)  
X-ROUND ON/OFF (pages 23,  
./> (go backward/go  
Press to select a track.  
Press to activate or deactivate  
X-ROUND mode.  
m/M (rewind/fast forward)  
Press to fast forward or rewind.  
rd (LBT-ZX99i only)  
Turn to select X-ROUND setting.  
Turn to select SOUND FLASH  
speed.  
Press to start playback.  
rf Operation buttons for CD  
function:  
Press to pause playback.  
Press to select a folder of MP3 files.  
m/M (rewind/fast forward)  
Press to fast forward or rewind.  
Press to stop playback.  
Press to change the Repeat Play  
setting of CD function.  
Press to select the FM monaural or  
stereo reception.  
./> (go backward/go  
Press to select a track.  
t; PLAY MODE/TUNING MODE  
Press to select the play mode of CD  
function.  
Press to start or pause playback.  
Press to select the tuning mode.  
Press to stop playback.  
* The VOLUME + and N buttons have tactile  
dots. Use the tactile dots as references when  
operating the system.  
Press to open or close the disc tray.  
Press to select a preset sound effect.  
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– Display  
1
2
3
4
ID3  
TRK  
MP3  
CD TEXT  
ST MONO TUNED  
AUTO PRESET  
MANUAL  
ALL 1 DISC S  
SHUF PGM REP 1  
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2
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5
SLEEP PLAY  
GAME  
EFFECT SURR  
X-GROOVE  
MIXING  
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A Lights up when the MP3 file contains  
ID3 tag information.  
J Indicators for the disc tray (page 17).  
” lights up when the disc is  
B “TRK” lights up when a file name is  
displayed. “ ” lights up when a  
folder name is displayed.  
C Indicates the type of disc or file that  
the system recognized.  
D Displays the current status and  
information (page 28).  
E Indicators for the TUNER function  
selected. “ ” lights up when there is  
a disc on the disc tray. “1”, “2”, “3”,  
“4” and “5” light up when the system  
is turned on.  
K Lights up when the surround effect is  
activated (page 22).  
L Lights up when the X-GROOVE  
effect is activated (page 22).  
M Lights up when the sound effect is  
activated (page 22).  
F Indicators for the level of the Game  
Mixing (page 26).  
G Lights up when the timer is set  
H (LBT-ZX99i only)  
Lights up according to the speaker  
system setting.  
I Indicates the selected play mode for  
CD function (pages 18, 28).  
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Getting Started  
Hooking up the system  
– Rear panel  
– Front panel  
GAME INPUT  
B
VIDEO  
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2
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AUDIO  
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PHONES  
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1 To AM loop antenna  
2 To FM lead antenna  
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3 To front speaker (right)  
4 To front speaker (left)  
5 To surround speaker (right)  
6 To surround speaker (left)  
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4
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* LBT-ZX99i only.  
(LBT-ZX66i only)  
Connect the speaker cords to the  
SPEAKER terminals.  
A Speakers  
The speaker connectors are color-coded  
with their respective speaker terminals on  
the unit.  
ER  
SPEAK  
Front speakers  
L
(LBT-ZX99i only)  
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Connect the speaker cords to the  
SPEAKER FRONT (SPEAKER A)  
terminals.  
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Tip  
B Antennas  
Find a location and an orientation that  
provide good reception, and then set up  
the antennas.  
Connect the speaker cords to the terminals on  
the front speakers.  
Black (#)  
Red (3)  
Black (#)  
Red (3)  
AM loop antenna  
AM  
FM75  
COAXIAL  
Surround speakers  
(LBT-ZX99i only)  
Connect the speaker cords to the  
SPEAKER SURROUND (SPEAKER B)  
terminals and to the terminals on the  
speakers as shown in the tip above.  
Extend the FM lead  
antenna horizontally  
Grey  
R
SPEAKED  
Note  
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Keep the antennas away from the speaker cords  
and the power cord to avoid picking up noise.  
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C CD DIGITAL OUT jack  
Use a digital optical cable (square, not  
supplied) to connect the digital input of  
the optional MD deck to this jack. You  
can then record digital audio from this  
system.  
Notes  
• Be sure to use only the supplied speakers.  
• Be sure to connect the speakers securely and  
correctly. When connecting speaker cords,  
insert the connector straight into the  
terminals.  
Note  
There is no digital audio output from this jack  
during playback of MP3 files.  
D VIDEO OUT jack  
Use a video cable (not supplied) to  
connect the video input of TV to this jack.  
E PHONO IN L/R jacks  
Use an audio cord (not supplied) to  
connect the audio output of the turntable  
to these jacks. You can then output audio  
through this system.  
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To remove the iPod Dock Adapter, pull it  
up with your fingernail or a flat object  
using the slot inside the adapter.  
F PC IN L/R jacks  
Use an audio cord (not supplied) to  
connect the audio output of the computer  
to these jacks. You can then output audio  
through this system.  
Slot  
G GAME INPUT jacks  
GAME INPUT VIDEO jack  
Use a video cable (not supplied) to  
connect the video output of the optional  
video game player to this jack. You can  
then output video through this system.  
Note  
The video game player image may appear on the  
TV screen even if the system is turned off.  
Using the remote  
GAME INPUT AUDIO L/R jacks  
Slide and remove the battery  
compartment lid, and insert the two  
supplied R6 (size AA) batteries, E side  
first, matching the polarities shown  
below.  
Use an audio cord (not supplied) to  
connect the audio output of the optional  
video game player to these jacks. You can  
then output audio through this system.  
H Power  
Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.  
The demonstration appears in the display.  
When you press "/1, the system turns on  
and the demonstration automatically  
ends.  
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Notes  
Using the iPod  
• If you do not use the remote for a long period  
of time, remove the batteries to avoid possible  
damage from battery leakage and corrosion.  
• 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.  
• Batteries installed devices shall not be  
exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine,  
fire or the like.  
Insert the iPod Dock Adapter (not  
supplied) into the iPod connector before  
use.  
Use a Dock Adapter supplied with your  
iPod. Otherwise, a compatible Dock  
Adapter will need to be purchased  
separately from Apple Inc.  
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When carrying the unit  
Do the following procedure to protect  
the disc mechanism.  
Use the buttons on the unit for the  
operation.  
Attaching the speaker pads  
Attach the supplied speaker pads at each  
corner on the bottom of the speakers to  
stabilize the speakers and to prevent them  
from slipping.  
1 Press "/1 to turn on the system.  
(LBT-ZX99i only)  
2 Press FUNCTION repeatedly to  
select “CD”.  
3 Press Z OPEN/CLOSE to open  
the disc tray and remove the  
disc. If there are more than one  
disc in the disc tray, press DISC  
SKIP to remove the discs.  
4 Press Z OPEN/CLOSE again to  
close the disc tray. Wait until  
“CD No Disc” appears in the  
display.  
(LBT-ZX66i only)  
5 Hold down DISC SKIP and then  
press "/1 until “STANDBY”  
appears in the display. Then,  
“MECHA LOCK” appears in the  
display.  
6 Unplug the AC power cord.  
Note  
Before carrying the unit, be sure to  
disconnect the iPod.  
(LBT-ZX99i only)  
When carrying the front and  
surround speakers  
Do not carry the front and surround  
speakers by their sub panel.  
Otherwise, the speakers may be  
damaged.  
Sub  
panel  
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LBT-ZX66i only  
Place the front speakers at an angle of  
45 degrees from your listening position.  
Positioning the  
speakers  
You can place your speakers as shown  
below.  
A
E
B
A Front speaker (left)  
B Front speaker (right)  
C Surround speaker (left)  
D Surround speaker (right)  
E Unit  
45  
LBT-ZX99i only  
There are two ways to place the front  
speakers and the surround speakers.  
Example 1: Place the surround speakers  
on the top of the front speakers as shown  
below.  
D
C
E
A
B
45  
Example 2: Place the speakers at an equal  
distance from your listening position as  
shown below.  
E
A
B
C
D
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Setting the clock  
1
2
Press "/1 to turn on the system.  
Press TIMER MENU.  
The hour indication flashes in the  
display.  
If “PLAY SET?” flashes in the  
display, press V or v repeatedly to  
select “CLOCK SET?”, then press  
ENTER (or  
on the remote).  
3
4
Press V or v repeatedly to set  
the hour.  
Press ENTER (or  
remote).  
on the  
The minute indication flashes in the  
display.  
5
6
Press V or v repeatedly to set  
the minute.  
Press ENTER (or  
remote).  
on the  
The clock starts functioning.  
Note  
The clock settings are canceled when you  
disconnect the power cord or if a power failure  
occurs.  
To display the clock when the  
system is off  
Press DISPLAY repeatedly until the clock  
is displayed. The clock is displayed for a  
few seconds (except when iPod is  
connected).  
When an iPod is connected, the display  
will change to clock automatically. For  
details, see page 27.  
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To  
Do this  
Select a track or Press . or >  
Basic Operations  
file  
repeatedly during  
playback.  
Playing a CD/MP3 disc  
Select a folder on Press  
an MP3 disc  
+/– repeatedly.  
1
Press FUNCTION (or  
FUNCTION +/– on the remote)  
repeatedly to select “CD”.  
Find a point in a Pressand holddown m  
track or file1)  
or M during playback  
and release it at the point  
you want to resume  
playback. Use button on  
the remote for this  
2
3
Press Z OPEN/CLOSE.  
Load a disc with the label side  
facing up on the disc tray.  
operation while playing  
an MP3 file.  
When you  
playback an  
8 cm disc  
such as a  
CD single,  
place it on  
the inner  
circle of the  
tray  
Playback all the Press REPEAT/FM  
tracks or files on MODE on the remote  
the disc(s) or in repeatedly during  
the folder2)  
playback until “REP”  
lights up in the display.  
repeatedly3)  
(Repeat Play)  
Playback a single Press REPEAT/FM  
track or file  
repeatedly4)  
(Repeat Play)  
MODE on the remote  
repeatedly during  
playback until “REP 1”  
lights up in the display.  
To load additional discs, press  
DISC SKIP to rotate the disc tray.  
4
Press Z OPEN/CLOSE to close  
the disc tray.  
Select a disc  
Press one of the  
when playback is DISC 1 ~ 5 buttons or  
Do not forcibly push the disc tray to  
close it as this may cause a  
malfunction.  
stopped  
DISC SKIP.  
Switch to CD  
function from  
Press one of the  
DISC 1 ~ 5 buttons  
5
6
Press NX (or N on the  
remote) to start playback.  
another source and (Automatic Source  
start playback  
Selection).  
automatically5)  
Turn VOLUME +/– (or press  
VOLUME +/– on the remote) to  
adjust the volume.  
Exchange other Press EX-CHANGE.  
discs while  
playing  
The disc tray slides out.  
Then press DISC SKIP  
to select the disc you  
want to exchange.  
Other operations  
To  
Do this  
1)  
The elapsed playing time may not be  
displayed correctly depending on the MP3  
files.  
Stop playback  
Pause playback  
Press x.  
Press NX (or X on the  
remote). Press NX (or  
X on the remote) again  
to resume playback.  
2)  
When “  
” or “  
SHUF” is selected for  
MP3 files.  
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3)  
Playback repeatedly up to five times.  
You cannot select “REP” and “ALL DISCS  
SHUF” at the same time.  
A track or file is played back repeatedly until  
you stop playback.  
* Suffle Play mode will change to Normal Play  
mode each time you turn on the system. Each  
time you perform Shuffle Play, the playing  
order may differs.  
4)  
5)  
Tip  
Only when there is a disc in disc tray.  
You can not change the play mode during  
playback. To change the play mode, press x to  
stop playback.  
To change the play mode  
Press PLAY MODE repeatedly when  
playback is stopped. You can select the  
following play mode.  
Notes on playing discs  
• This system can playback MP3 files in the  
format of MPEG 1 Audio Layer 3, MPEG 2  
Audio Layer 3 and MPEG 2.5 Audio Layer 3.  
• This system can playback Multi Session discs  
when an MP3 file is located in the first  
session. Any subsequent MP3 files, recorded  
in the later sessions, can also be played back.  
• The following discs/situations can increase  
the time it takes to start playback:  
– a disc recorded with a complicated tree  
structure.  
– a disc recorded in Multi Session.  
– a disc to which data can be added  
(non-finalized disc).  
– when the files in another folder have just  
been played back.  
Select  
To play back  
ALL DISCS  
(Normal Play)  
The tracks or files on all  
discs in original order.  
1 DISC  
(Normal Play)  
The tracks or files on the  
disc you have selected in  
original order.  
The MP3 files in the  
folder on the disc you  
have selected in original  
order.  
(Normal Play)  
For AUDIO CDs, this  
play mode performs the  
same operation as  
• When the disc is loaded, the system reads all  
the files on that disc. If there are many folders  
or non-MP3 files on the disc, it may take a  
longer time for playback to begin or for the  
next MP3 file to start playback.  
“1 DISC” play mode.  
ALL DISCS  
SHUF*  
The tracks or files on all  
discs in random order.  
• MP3 files are played back in the order that  
they are recorded onto the disc.  
(Shuffle Play)  
• You are recommended not to save other types  
of files or unnecessary folders on a disc that  
has MP3 files.  
• The system can only play back MP3 files with  
the extension “.mp3”.  
• Attempting to play back non-MP3 format files  
that have the extension “.mp3” may result in  
noise or malfunction.  
• A folder that does not include an MP3 file is  
skipped.  
• The system can recognize the maximum of  
– 150 folders (including the root folder).  
– 300 MP3 files.  
• Depending on the encoding/writing software,  
recording device, or the recording media used  
to record an MP3 file, you may encounter  
problems such as can not play back, sound  
interruptions and noise.  
1 DISC SHUF* The tracks or files on the  
(Shuffle Play)  
disc you have selected in  
random order.  
SHUF*  
(Shuffle Play)  
The MP3 files in the  
folder on the disc you  
have selected in random  
order.  
For AUDIO CDs, this  
play mode performs the  
same operation as  
“1 DISC SHUF” play  
mode.  
PGM  
(Program Play)  
The tracks on all discs in  
the order you want them  
to be played back (see  
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Tips  
• When switching to “CD” function from  
“TUNER” function by pressing NX, a  
longer time may be required to access the disc.  
In this case, set “CD POWER ON” by CD  
power manage function (page 20).  
• If you press NX while the system is turned  
off, the system turns on automatically and  
“CD” function is selected. Then, playback  
starts if there is a disc in the disc tray (One  
Touch Play).  
Listening to the radio  
1
Press TUNER/BAND (or  
FUNCTION +/– on the remote)  
repeatedly to select FM or AM  
band.  
2
3
Press TUNING MODE repeatedly  
until “AUTO” lights up in the  
display.  
Press TUNING +/– (or +/– on the  
remote).  
Scanning stops automatically when a  
station is tuned in and “TUNED” lights  
up in the display. When a FM stereo  
program is tuned in, “ST” lights up in  
the display.  
Note  
If “TUNED” does not light up and scanning  
does not stop, see “To improve tuner  
4 reception” below.  
Turn VOLUME +/– (or press  
VOLUME +/– on the remote) to  
adjust the volume.  
To stop automatic scanning  
Press ENTER (or  
on the remote).  
To improve tuner reception  
When the tuner reception is poor, set the  
CD power manage function to “CD  
POWER OFF”.  
The default setting is “CD POWER ON”.  
Use buttons on the unit for the operation.  
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly to  
select “CD”.  
2 Press ?/1 to turn off the system.  
3 Press ?/1 while holding down x.  
The system turns on automatically.  
“CD POWER OFF” appears in the  
display.  
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To set CD power on  
Repeat the procedure above and “CD  
POWER ON” appears in the display.  
Playing the iPod  
You can listen to audio contents stored in  
the iPod on this system.  
Notes  
• When “CD POWER OFF” is selected, disc  
access time is increased.  
• You cannot change the CD power manage  
setting in Power Saving Mode (page 27).  
1
2
Press iPod.  
Place the iPod.  
To change the AM tuning interval  
The factory setting for AM tuning interval  
is 10 kHz.  
Use the buttons on the unit for the  
operation.  
1 Press TUNER/BAND repeatedly to  
select AM band.  
2 Press "/1 to turn off the system.  
3 When demonstration appears, hold  
down TUNING MODE and then  
press "/1.  
The system turn on automatically.  
“AM 9K STEP” or “AM 10K STEP”  
appears in the display.  
3
4
Press NX (or N on the  
remote) to start playback.  
Turn VOLUME +/– (or press  
VOLUME +/– on the remote) to  
adjust the volume.  
When you change the interval, all the AM  
preset stations are erased.  
Notes  
Tip  
• When you connect an iPod to the unit, the  
iPod is automatically turned on if the system  
is turned on.  
To improve broadcast reception, adjust the  
supplied antennas, or connect an external  
antenna.  
• When placing or removing the iPod, handle  
the iPod in the same angle as that of the iPod  
connector on the unit and do not twist or sway  
the iPod to prevent connector damage.  
• Do not carry the unit with an iPod set on the  
connector. Doing so may cause a malfunction.  
• When placing or removing the iPod, brace the  
unit with one hand and take care not to press  
the controls of the iPod by mistake.  
• Before disconnecting the iPod, pause  
playback.  
To reduce static noise on a weak FM  
stereo station  
Press FM MODE repeatedly until  
“MONO” lights up in the display.  
There will be no stereo effect, but the  
reception will improve.  
• Depending on the connected iPod, you may  
not able to use m or M while playing  
video. In this case, you can fast rewind or fast  
forward by holding down . or >.  
• To change the volume level, use  
VOLUME +/–. The volume level does not  
change even if adjusted on the iPod.  
• This iPod connector is designed for iPod only.  
You cannot connect any other portable audio  
players.  
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• To use an iPod, refer to the operating  
instructions of your iPod.  
Tips  
• If you press NX while the system is turned  
off, the system turns on automatically and  
“iPod” function is selected. Then, playback  
starts if there is an iPod connected to the iPod  
dock (One Touch Play). However, depending  
on the status of the connected iPod, the iPod  
may not be playback.  
• The following buttons on the unit or remote  
have the similar function with the buttons on  
the iPod (except iPod Touch).  
• Sony cannot accept responsibility in the event  
that data recorded to iPod is lost or damage  
when using an iPod with this unit.  
• Some iPod operations may not be performed  
using buttons on the unit or remote.  
• Depending on the connected iPod, operations  
may differ.  
Other operations  
You can control your iPod with the  
following buttons on the remote or unit.  
Buttons on the  
unit or remote  
Buttons on the  
iPod which have  
similar function  
To  
Do this  
Pause playback Press NX (or X on the  
remote). Press NX (or  
BX (or B or X on BX  
the remote)  
X on the remote) again to  
resume playback.  
./>  
./>  
TOOL MENU or MENU  
RETURN (or O  
RETURN on the  
remote) or B  
Select a track or Press . or >  
chapter of  
audiobook/  
podcast  
repeatedly.  
ENTER (or  
the remote)  
on Center button.  
Fast forward or Hold down m or M  
fast rewind Play during playback, then  
release it at the point you  
• Press and hold V or v on the unit or remote  
has the similar function of turning the Click  
Wheel on the iPod clockwise or  
counterclockwise.  
• Be sure that the iPod is not playing when  
using the One Touch Play.  
want.  
Select the iPod Press TOOL MENU or B  
menu item  
or RETURN (or O  
RETURN on the remote).  
You can return to the  
previous menu or select a  
menu of the iPod.  
To use the system as a battery  
charger  
You can use the system as a battery  
charger for the iPod when the system is on  
or off.  
The charging begins when the iPod is  
placed on the iPod connector. The  
charging status appears in the iPod screen  
and when the system is off the display of  
the unit change to clock. For details, refer  
to the operating instructions of your iPod.  
Note  
You can confirm menu  
and item selections on the  
iPod screen during  
operation  
Scroll up/down Press V/v repeatedly.  
the iPod menus  
Choose the  
select item  
Press ENTER (or bor  
on the remote).  
To stop charging the iPod  
Remove the iPod. If you stop charging the  
iPod when the system is off, press  
DISPLAY repeatedly until the display is  
turned off (Power Saving mode).  
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Using optional  
components  
Adjusting the sound  
To add a sound effect  
1
Connect an optional  
components:  
To  
Do this  
Reinforce the  
Press X-GROOVE  
Optional  
components  
Connect to  
Cord used  
(not  
supplied)  
bass and create repeatedly to select  
a more powerful “X-GROOVE ON”*.  
sound  
Turntable  
Computer  
PHONO IN  
L/R jacks  
Audio  
analog cord  
Select the  
Press SURROUND  
surround effect repeatedly to select  
“SURROUND ON”.  
PC IN L/R  
jacks  
Audio  
analog cord  
Select the preset Press one of the Preset  
Video game GAMEINPUT Video  
sound effect  
Effect buttons (or EQ  
repeatedly on the remote)  
to select the preset effect  
you want. The preset  
effect name appears in  
the display. “SURR”  
lights up in the display if  
you select an effect with  
surround effects.  
player  
VIDEO jack cord  
GAMEINPUT Audio  
AUDIO L/R analog cord  
jacks  
2
3
Turn VOLUME +/–  
counterclockwise (or press  
VOLUME – on the remote) to turn  
down the volume.  
To cancel the effect,  
press EFFECT ON/OFF  
repeatedly to select  
To listen to a connected optional  
components, press FUNCTION  
(or FUNCTION +/– on the remote)  
repeatedly to select “PHONO”,  
“PC” or “GAME”.  
“EFFECT OFF”.  
* The volume switches to power mode and the  
equalizer curve changes.  
You can also press PHONO or GAME  
to select the function.  
4
5
Start playing the connected  
component.  
Turn VOLUME +/– (or press  
VOLUME +/– on the remote) to  
adjust the volume.  
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Enhancing the MP3 file sound  
quality  
Creating a party  
atmosphere  
You can enhance the MP3 file sound  
quality during playback.  
(LBT-ZX99i only)  
1 Press AMP MENU repeatedly to  
select “MP3 BOOSTER”.  
The last selected MP3 booster setting  
appears in the display.  
You can create a party environment by  
using X-ROUND for “moving” sound  
effect or/and SOUND FLASH for  
flashing effect.  
To enjoy the X-ROUND mode, place  
your front and surround speakers at an  
equal distance from your listening  
position (see Example 2 of “Positioning  
the speakers for LBT-ZX99i only” on  
page 15).  
2 Press B or b repeatedly to select  
the setting you want.  
The display changes as follows:  
BOOSTER OFF y BOOSTER ON  
3 Press ENTER.  
Notes  
Moving sound effect  
• You can only listen to MP3 Booster effect  
during playback of MP3 files.  
• MP3 Booster effect will reset to “BOOSTER  
ON” each time you turn on the system.  
— X-ROUND  
1 Press X-ROUND ON/OFF  
repeatedly until the X-ROUND ON/  
OFF button lights up.  
The last selected X-ROUND mode  
appears in the display.  
2 Press MODE repeatedly to select  
the X-ROUND mode you want.  
The display changes cyclically as  
follows:  
MANUAL WAVE t MANUAL  
FADER t MANUAL BAL t  
AUTO WAVE t AUTO FADER t  
AUTO BAL t RANDOM POS t  
TWISTER  
Select  
To output sound  
MANUAL  
WAVE,  
In circular motion  
arround the room  
AUTO WAVE  
MANUAL  
FADER,  
Back and forth  
between the front  
AUTO FADER speakers and surround  
speakers  
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Select  
To output sound  
Flashing sound effect  
MANUAL BAL, Back and forth  
— SOUND FLASH  
AUTO BAL  
between the left  
speakers and right  
speakers  
With the flash function, you can flash the  
sound output. The sound cuts off  
periodically.  
RANDOM POS In random position  
TWISTER  
In circular motion like  
“twister”  
Hold down SOUND FLASH during  
playback  
The flashing effect is activated.  
To change the sound movement  
Turn the JOG to change the sound  
movement from one speaker to another  
speaker during MANUAL WAVE,  
MANUAL FADER and MANUAL BAL.  
To cancel the flashing effect  
Release SOUND FLASH.  
To change the flash speed  
Hold down SOUND FLASH and turn the  
JOG clockwise or counterclockwise to  
change the flash speed (1 ~ 20).  
To change the speed of sound  
movement  
Turn the JOG to change the speed of the  
sound movement during AUTO WAVE,  
AUTO FADER and AUTO BAL.  
Tips  
• You can activate the X-ROUND and SOUND  
FLASH effect simultaneously.  
• The power illuminator will synchronize with  
the selected SOUND FLASH effect.  
To cancel the X-ROUND effect  
Press X-ROUND ON/OFF repeatedly  
until “X-ROUND OFF” appears in the  
display. The X-ROUND ON/OFF button  
lights off.  
Notes  
• If you cannot get the sound effect you want,  
check the speaker connections.  
• When the headphones are connected to the  
PHONES jack, X-ROUND mode is  
automatically changed to “X-ROUND OFF”  
and you cannot change this setting.  
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Selecting the speaker  
setting  
Enhancing the video  
game sound  
— Game Sync  
(LBT-ZX99i only)  
You need to connect a video game player  
You can select the speakers which you  
want the sound to be output.  
1
Press X-ROUND ON/OFF  
repeatedly to select “X-ROUND  
OFF”.  
GAME  
GAME  
GAME  
MIXING  
GAME INPUT  
VIDEO  
The X-ROUND button lights off.  
2
Press SPEAKERS.  
Each time you press the button, the  
corresponding speaker indicators light  
up and the display changes cyclically  
as follow:  
Press GAME.  
The GAME function and the “GAME”  
preset effect is selected automatically.  
SPEAKERS A t SPEAKERS B t  
SPEAKERS A+B  
Tips  
• If you press GAME while the system is turned  
off, the system turns on automatically and  
GAME is selected as the function.  
• You can also press FUNCTION (or  
FUNCTION +/– on the remote) repeatedly to  
select “GAME”.  
To select  
Display  
The front  
speakers  
SPEAKERS A  
The surround  
speakers  
SPEAKERS B  
Both the front  
and surround  
speakers  
SPEAKERS A+B  
Notes  
• When X-ROUND mode is selected, the  
speaker system setting automatically changes  
to SPEAKERS A+B.  
• When the headphones are connected to the  
PHONES jack, the speaker system setting is  
automatically changed to “SPEAKERS A+B”  
and you cannot change this setting.  
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Mixing video game  
Changing the display  
sound with other sound  
Changing the power  
illuminator  
source  
— Game Mixing  
You can select the power illuminator as  
you want.  
You can mix the sound from the  
component connected to the GAME  
INPUT jacks with another function such  
as CD, radio, computer, iPod or turntable  
connected to this system.  
Press ILLUMINATION repeatedly to  
select the power illuminator you  
want when the system is turned on.  
Each time you press the button, the power  
illuminator changes cyclically as follows:  
1
2
Select the source sound you  
want.  
PATTERN 1 t PATTERN 2 t  
PATTERN 3 t PATTERN 4 t  
PATTERN OFF  
Press GAME MIXING.  
Each time you press the button, the  
level of the game sound changes  
cyclically as follows:  
When X-ROUND mode is selected  
(LBT-ZX99i only)  
Each time you press the button, the power  
illuminator changes cyclically as follows:  
MIXING LOW t MIXING MID t  
MIXING HIGH t MIXING OFF  
Tip  
X-PATTERN* y PATTERN OFF  
* The power illuminator will synchronize with  
the selected X-ROUND effect.  
The GAME MIXING indicator lights up in the  
display while Game Mixing is activated and it  
will remain active while the power is on even if  
the function is changed.  
Notes  
• When you turn VOLUME +/– (or press  
VOLUME +/– on the remote), power  
illuminator shows the current volume level.  
During the demonstration display, you can  
turn on or off power illuminator by  
pressing ILLUMINATION.  
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Changing the spectrum  
analyzer display  
Changing the display mode  
Press DISPLAY repeatedly while  
the system is turned off.  
1
Press AMP MENU repeatedly to  
select “SPECTRUM”.  
You can select the following display  
mode.  
The last selected spectrum appears in  
the display.  
1)  
Demonstration  
The display changes and the indicators  
flash even when the system is turned off.  
2
Press B or b repeatedly to  
select the setting you want.  
1)2)  
No display (Power Saving Mode)  
The display changes cyclically as  
follows:  
The display is turned off to conserve  
power. The timer and clock continue to  
operate.  
SPECTRUM 1 t SPECTRUM 2 t  
SPECTRUM 3 t SPECTRUM 4 t  
SPECTRUM OFF  
Clock  
The clock is displayed. The clock display  
automatically turns to Power Save Mode  
after a few seconds. However, the display  
returns to clock display when you connect  
an iPod.3)  
When X-ROUND mode is selected  
(LBT-ZX99i only)  
The display changes as follows:  
X-POSITION* y SPECTRUM OFF  
* The spectrum analyzer display will  
synchronize with the selected X-ROUND  
effect.  
1)  
When an iPod is connected, the display  
change to clock. If you remove the iPod, the  
display changes to Power Saving Mode after a  
few seconds.  
3
Press ENTER.  
2)  
You cannot perform the following operations  
during Power Saving Mode:  
– Setting the clock (page 16).  
– Changing the AM tuning interval (page 20).  
– Turning on the system by pressing the  
function buttons or BX.  
Adjusting the brightness ofthe  
display  
1
Press AMP MENU repeatedly to  
select “DIMMER”.  
– Changing “CD POWER” setting (page 19).  
The clock is displayed continuously while the  
3)  
iPod is being charged. To turn off the clock  
display, press DISPLAY (see “To stop  
The last selected dimmer appears in  
the display.  
2
Press B or b repeatedly to  
select the setting you want.  
The display changes cyclically as  
follows:  
DIMMER 1 t DIMMER 2 t  
DIMMER 3*  
3 * DIMMER 3 is the darkest.  
Press ENTER.  
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Press DISPLAY repeatedly when  
playback is stopped during  
Program Play and there is a  
program.  
Viewing information in  
the display  
You can check the playing time and  
remaining time of the current file or  
current disc. When a CD-TEXT disc or a  
disc with MP3 files is loaded, you can  
check the information stored on the disc,  
such as the titles. When the system detects  
CD-TEXT discs, “CD-TEXT” lights up in  
the display.  
Each time you press the button, the  
display changes cyclically as follows:  
The last file number of the program and  
the total playing time9) t Total number  
of programmed files (for 8 seconds)10)  
t
Disc title11) t Clock display12) (for 8  
seconds) t Effect status (for 8 seconds)  
1)  
“--.--” appears while an MP3 file is played  
back.  
2)  
“--.--” appears in the following cases:  
Checking the remaining time  
– While an MP3 file is played back.  
– All play modes except “1 DISC” and  
”.  
Press DISPLAY repeatedly during  
playback.  
3)  
Only for CD-TEXT disc and a disc with MP3  
files.  
Each time you press the button, the  
display changes cyclically as follows:  
Playing time of the current file t  
When the CD-TEXT disc contains more than  
20 files, the current file title is not displayed  
from file 21 onwards.  
4)  
5)  
Remaining time of the current file1)  
Remaining time of the current disc2)  
t
t
Only for disc with MP3 files.  
For disc with MP3 files in “  
SHUF” modes.  
For disc with MP3 files in play modes other  
than “ ” and “ SHUF”.  
For audio CDs.  
For disc with MP3 files in play modes other  
” and  
Title of the current file3) t Title of the  
6)  
current folder (for a few seconds)4)  
t
Clock display12) (for 8 seconds) t Effect  
7)  
8)  
status (for 8 seconds)  
than “  
discs.  
”, “  
SHUF” and CD-TEXT  
Checking the total playing time  
9)  
“--.--” appears in the following cases:  
– When the audio CD contains 21 files or  
more, and the file number which exceeds  
20 is selected.  
– When the total program exceeds 100  
minutes.  
Press DISPLAY repeatedly when  
playback is stopped (except for  
Program Mode).  
Each time you press the button, the  
display changes cyclically as follows:  
Total number of files5) or folders6) or the  
total playing time7) t Title of current  
folder5) or title of current disc8) t Clock  
display12) (for 8 seconds) t Effect status  
(for 8 seconds)  
– When the program list contains MP3 files.  
“NO STEP” appears if there is no program.  
Only for CD-TEXT disc and a disc with MP3  
files.  
“--.--” appears in the display if you have not  
set the clock.  
10)  
11)  
12)  
Note  
Some characters may not be displayed for file  
title, folder title or disc title.  
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To program an audio file:  
Press +/– repeatedly until the  
folder you want appears in the display,  
then press . or > repeatedly  
until the file number you want appears  
in the display.  
Other Operations  
Creating your own  
Total playing time  
program  
Track  
Disctray  
number  
(including selected  
track)  
number  
— Program Play  
You can make a program of up to 25 steps  
in the order you want them to be played  
back.  
PGM  
1
2
3
4
5
j
EFFECT  
X-GROOVE  
1
2
3
Press FUNCTION (or  
FUNCTION +/– on the remote)  
repeatedly until “CD” appears in  
the display.  
5
6
Press ENTER (or  
remote).  
on the  
When playback is stopped,  
press PLAY MODE repeatedly  
until “PGM” lights up in the  
display.  
The track(s) or file(s) is(are)  
programmed.  
The program step number appears,  
followed by total playing time.  
Program additional discs, tracks  
or files.  
Press one of the DISC 1 ~ 5  
buttons or DISC SKIP to select a  
disc.  
To program  
Repeat steps  
To program all the tracks on a disc  
at once:  
Proceed to step 5 while “ALL” appears  
in the display.  
Other discs  
3 and 5  
Other tracks or files 4 and 5  
on the same disc  
Other tracks or  
3 to 5  
To program all the MP3 files on a  
folder at once:  
files on other discs  
Other files on  
same folder  
4 and 5  
(without pressing  
+/–)  
Press  
+/– repeatedly until the  
folder you want appears in the display,  
then proceed to step 5.  
Other files on  
other folder  
4 and 5  
4
Select a track or file to program.  
To program a track:  
7
Press NX (or N on the  
remote).  
Press . or > repeatedly until the  
track number you want appears in the  
display.  
Program Play starts.  
Continued  
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Other operations  
Presetting radio  
stations  
You can preset your favourite radio  
stations and tune them in instantly by  
selecting the corresponding preset  
number.  
To  
Do this  
Cancel Program When playback is  
Play  
stopped, press PLAY  
MODE repeatedly until  
“PGM” disappear from  
the display.  
Deletethelaststep Press CLEAR on the  
from the program remote when playback is  
list  
1
2
Tune in the station you want  
stopped.  
Tips  
Press TUNER MEMORY.  
• The program you made remains in the  
system’s memory even after it has been  
played back. Press NX (or N on the  
remote) to play back the same program again.  
• If “--.--” appears instead of the total playing  
time during programming, this means:  
– you have programmed a file in an AUDIO  
CD with file number exceeds 20.  
A preset number flashes in the display.  
The stations are stored from preset  
number 1.  
Preset number  
– the total playing time has exceeded 100  
minutes.  
– you have programmed an MP3 audio file.  
AUTO  
3
4
Press TUNING +/– (or +/– on the  
remote) repeatedly to select the  
preset number you want.  
If another station is already assigned to  
the selected preset number, the station  
is replaced by the new stations.  
Press ENTER (or  
remote).  
on the  
“Complete!” appears in the display.  
The station is stored.  
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5
6
Repeat steps 1 to 4 to store other  
stations.  
Creating your own  
sound effect  
You can adjust the sound by raising or  
lowering the level of specific frequency  
band, then store the user equalizer in the  
memory.  
You can preset up to 20 FM and 10  
AM stations.  
To call up a preset radio station,  
press TUNING MODE repeatedly  
until “PRESET” lights up in the  
display. Then, press TUNING +/–  
(or +/– on the remote) repeatedly  
to select the preset number you  
want.  
Before adjustment, select the preset effect  
you want for your basic sound.  
1
2
Press AMP MENU repeatedly to  
select “EQ EDIT”.  
To cancel presetting  
Press TUNER MEMORY.  
Press B or b repeatedly to  
select a frequency band, then  
press V or v repeatedly to  
adjust the level.  
Frequency level  
Frequency band  
3
Press ENTER to save the user  
equalizer setting.  
“USER EQ” appears on the display.  
The user equalizer setting is saved.  
To call up the user equalizer setting  
Press USER EQ (or EQ on the remote  
repeatedly to select “USER EQ”).  
Notes  
• When you select certain preset effects, the  
surround effect may be canceled.  
• When the surround effect is selected, “SURR”  
lights up in the display.  
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Singing along  
You can sing along with any audio source  
that play back on this system.  
Using the timer  
The system offers two timer functions.  
Sleep Timer  
1
2
Turn MIC LEVEL to MIN to  
reduce the microphone volume.  
You can set the system to turn off after a  
certain time, so that you can fall asleep to  
music.  
Connectanoptionalmicrophone  
to MIC 1 or MIC 2 jack.  
Press SLEEP repeatedly.  
The minute display (turn-off time)  
changes cyclically as follows:  
Connect another optional microphone  
if you want to sing in duet.  
3
4
Start playing the music and  
adjust the volume.  
SLEEP AUTO* t SLEEP 90min t  
SLEEP 80min t... tSLEEP 10min t  
SLEEP OFF  
Turn MIC LEVEL to adjust the  
microphone volume.  
* The system automatically turns off in  
100 minutes or after the current disc finishes  
playing.  
If acoustic feedback (howling) occurs,  
reduce the volume, move the  
microphone away from the speakers,  
or change the direction of the  
microphone.  
After you have finished, turn the MIC  
LEVEL to MIN and then disconnect  
the microphone from the MIC 1 and/or  
MIC 2 jack.  
Tip  
To check the remaining time, press SLEEP  
once. However, you can not check the  
remaining time if you select “AUTO”.  
Play Timer  
You can wake up to music from disc, iPod  
or tuner at a preset timer.  
Make sure you have set the clock.  
1 Prepare the sound source and then  
use VOLUME +/– to adjust the  
volume.  
2 Press TIMER MENU.  
3 Press V or v repeatedly to select  
“PLAY SET?”, then press ENTER  
(or  
on the remote).  
“ON” appears and the hour indication  
flashes in the display.  
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Notes  
4 Set the time to start playback.  
• If you use the Play Timer and the Sleep Timer  
at the same time, the Sleep Timer has priority.  
• The Play Timer will not be activated if the  
system is turned on or if “STANDBY”  
flashes in the display.  
• The Play Timer setting remains as long as the  
setting is not canceled manually.  
• Be sure that the iPod is not playing when  
using the Play Timer.  
Press Vor vrepeatedly to set the hour,  
then press ENTER (or  
remote).  
on the  
The minute indication flashes in the  
display. Use the procedure above to set  
the minute. “OFF” appears and the  
hour indication flashes in the display.  
5 Set the time to stop playback using  
• The system turns on 30 seconds before the  
preset time.  
the same procedure as step 4.  
• The Play Timer may not be activated  
depending on the status of the connected iPod  
or iPod touch.  
6 Select the sound source.  
Press V or v repeatedly until the  
music source you want appears in the  
display, then press ENTER (or  
on  
the remote). The display will show the  
timer settings.  
7 Press ?/1 to turn off the system.  
The system turns on a few seconds  
before the preset time. If the system is  
on at the preset time, the Play Timer  
will not play.  
Other operations  
To  
Do this  
Check the setting 1 Press TIMER MENU.  
“TIMER SELECT?”  
flashes in the display.  
2 Press ENTER (or  
on the remote).  
3 Press V or v  
repeatedly to select  
“PLAY SELECT?”,  
then press ENTER.  
Change the  
setting  
Start from step 1.  
Cancel the Play 1 Press TIMER MENU.  
“TIMER SELECT?”  
flashes in the display.  
Timer  
2 Press ENTER (or  
on the remote).  
3 Press V or v  
repeatedly to select  
“TIMER OFF?”, then  
press ENTER.  
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General  
Additional Information  
The display starts flashing as soon as  
you plug in the power cord even  
though you have not turned on the  
system.  
• The demonstration mode started. Press  
"/1 (page 13).  
Troubleshooting  
Should you encounter a problem with  
your system, do the following:  
The clock or timer setting is canceled.  
• The power cord is disconnected or a  
power failure occurred. Redo “Setting  
the clock” (page 16). If you have set the  
timer, redo “Using the timer” (page 32).  
1 Make sure the power cord and  
speaker cords are connected  
correctly and firmly.  
2 Find your problem in the  
troubleshootingchecklistbelowand  
take the indicated corrective action.  
“– –:– –” appears in the display.  
• The clock is not set. Set the clock  
• A power failure has occurred. Set the  
If the problem persists after doing all of  
the above, consult your nearest Sony  
dealer.  
Note that if service personnel changes  
some parts during repair, these parts may  
be retained.  
There is no sound.  
• Turn VOLUME + clockwise (or press  
VOLUME + repeatedly on the remote).  
• The headphones are connected to the  
PHONES jack.  
• Check the speaker connections  
When the "/1 indicator flashes  
Immediately unplug the power cord  
and check the following items.  
• Are the + and – speaker cords short-  
circuited?  
• Check the speaker system setting  
• Are you using the supplied  
speakers?  
• Is anything blocking the ventilation  
holes on the rear of the unit?  
There is no microphone sound.  
• Turn VOLUME +/– clockwise (or press  
VOLUME + repeatedly on the remote)  
or turn MIC LEVEL clockwise to adjust  
the microphone volume.  
After checking the above items and  
fixing any problems, plug in the power  
cord again and turn on the system. If  
the "/1 indicator still flashes, or if the  
cause of the problem can not be found  
even after checking all the above  
items, consult your nearest Sony  
dealer.  
• Make sure the microphone is connected  
to the MIC 1 or MIC 2 jack correctly.  
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There is severe hum or noise.  
• A TV or VCR is placed too close to the  
unit. Move the unit away from the TV or  
VCR.  
• Move the unit away from the source of  
noise.  
• Connect the unit to a different wall  
outlet.  
• Install a noise filter (commercially  
available) to the power cord.  
• Turn off surrounding electrical  
equipment.  
Disc player  
The disc tray does not open and  
“LOCKED” appears in the display.  
• Consult your nearest Sony dealer or  
local authorized Sony service facility.  
The disc tray does not close.  
• Load the disc correctly.  
• Always close the disc tray by pressing  
Z OPEN/CLOSE. Do not forcibly push  
the disc tray to close it as this may cause  
a malfunction.  
The timer does not function.  
• Check the timer setting and set the  
correct time (page 32).  
The disc does not eject.  
• Consult your nearest Sony dealer.  
• Cancel the Sleep Timer function  
Playback does not start.  
• Open the disc tray and check whether a  
disc is loaded.  
• Wipe the disc clean (page 38).  
• Reload the disc.  
The remote does not function.  
• Remove the obstacles between the  
remote and the unit.  
• Move the remote closer to the unit.  
• Point the remote at the unit’s sensor.  
• Replace the batteries (R6/size AA).  
• Move the unit away from the  
fluorescent light.  
• Load the disc that this system can play  
• Load the disc on the disc tray with the  
label side facing up.  
• Remove the disc and wipe away the  
moisture on the disc, then leave the  
system turned on for a few hours until  
the moisture evaporates.  
• Press NX (or N on the remote) to  
start playback.  
There is acoustic feedback.  
• Reduce the volume.  
• Move the microphone away from the  
speakers or change the direction of the  
microphone.  
Disc access takes a long time.  
• Set “CD POWER ON” by CD power  
manage function (page 20).  
Speakers  
Sound comes from one channel or  
unbalanced left and right volume.  
• Place the speakers as symmetrically as  
possible.  
• Check that the speaker are connected  
securely and correctly.  
• The source being played back is  
monaural.  
• Turn off the X-ROUND effect  
The sound skips.  
• Wipe the disc clean (page 38).  
• Reload the disc.  
• Move the unit to a place without  
vibration (e.g., on top of a stable stand).  
• Move the speakers away from the unit,  
or place 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.  
Sound lacks bass.  
• Check that the speaker’s + and –  
terminals are connected correctly.  
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Playback does not start from the first  
track.  
iPod  
• The system is in Program Play or  
Shuffle Play mode. Press PLAY MODE  
repeatedly until “ALL DISCS”,  
“1 DISC” or “ ” lights up in the  
display.  
There is no sound.  
• Make sure the iPod is connected  
securely.  
• Make sure the iPod is playing music.  
• Adjust the volume.  
• Depending on the contents of the iPod,  
it may take time to start playback.  
• You are using an unsupported iPod. See  
system” (page 42) for the supported  
device types.  
The MP3 file can not be played back.  
• The MP3 file is not recorded in a format  
that conforms to ISO9660 Level 1/  
Level 2, or Joliet (expansion format).  
• The MP3 file does not have the  
extension “.mp3”.  
• The MP3 file in format other than  
MPEG 1, 2 and 2.5 Audio Layer 3 can  
not be played back.  
• The system can play back to a depth of  
8 folders only.  
The sound is distorted.  
• Reduce the volume.  
• Set the “EQ” setting of the iPod to “Off”  
or “Flat”.  
The iPod can not be charged.  
• Make sure the iPod is connected  
securely.  
• The disc contains more than 150 folders.  
• The disc contains more than 300 MP3  
files.  
• MP3 files in MP3 PRO format can not  
be played back.  
Tuner  
The MP3 files take a longer time to  
play back than others.  
• After the system reads all the files on the  
disc, playback may take more time than  
usual if:  
– the number of folders or files on the  
disc is very large.  
– the folder and file organization  
structure is very complex.  
There is severe hum or noise.  
(“TUNED” or “ST” flashes in the  
display)  
• Set the proper band and frequency  
• Connect the antenna properly (page 12).  
• Find a place and an orientation that  
provide good reception, then set up the  
antenna again. If you can not obtain  
good reception, we recommend that you  
connect a commercially available  
external antenna.  
• The supplied FM lead antenna receives  
signals along its entire length, so make  
sure you extend it fully.  
The folder name, track name, file  
name, ID3 tag and CD-TEXT  
characters do not appear properly.  
• Use a disc that conforms to ISO9660  
Level 1/Level 2, or Joliet (expansion  
format).  
• Locate the antennas as far away from  
the speaker cords as possible.  
• Try turning off the surrounding  
electrical equipment.  
• Set “CD POWER OFF” by CD power  
manage function (page 19).  
• The ID3 tag is not version 1 or version 2.  
• The character code that can be displayed  
by this system are as follows:  
– Upper cases (A to Z)  
– Lower cases (a to z)  
– Numbers (0 to 9)  
– Symbols (< > * +, ? / [ ] \ _)  
Other characters may not be displayed  
correctly.  
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A stereo FM program can not be  
received in stereo.  
• Press FM MODE repeatedly until  
“MONO” disappears from the display.  
Messages  
One of the following messages may  
appear or flash in the display during  
operation.  
Optional components  
No Disc  
There is no sound.  
There is no disc on the disc tray or you  
have loaded a disc that can not be played  
back on this system.  
• See general item “There is no sound.”  
(page 34) and check the condition of the  
system.  
• Connect the component properly  
(page 11) while checking:  
– if the cords are connected properly.  
– if the cord plugs are firmly inserted all  
the way.  
• Turn on the connected component.  
• Refer to the operating instructions  
supplied with the connected component  
and start playing.  
Not in Use  
You have pressed a button those operation  
is not allowed or invalid at that time.  
OFF TIME NG!  
The on time and off time of Play Timer is  
the same.  
PUSH SELECT!  
You tried to set the clock or timer during  
timer operation.  
To reset the system to factory  
settings  
If the system still does not operate  
properly after performing the above  
measures or other troubles not described  
above occur, reset the system as follows:  
Use the buttons on the unit for the  
operation.  
Push STOP!  
You have pressed PLAY MODE during  
playback.  
Reading  
The system is reading information of the  
disc. Some buttons are not available.  
NO STEP  
You have cleared all the steps you  
programmed.  
1 Unplug the power cord.  
2 Plug the power cord back in.  
3 Press "/1 to turn on the system.  
4 Press M (iPod), TUNING MODE  
and "/1 at the same time.  
“COLD RESET” appears in the  
display.  
OVER  
You have reached the end of the disc  
while pressing M during playback or  
pause.  
Step Full!  
You tried to program more than 25 steps.  
The system is reset to the factory settings.  
You need to readjust all the settings you  
made, such as the preset stations, clock  
and timer.  
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• One blade of the plug is wider than other for  
the purpose of safety and will fit to the wall  
outlet only one way. If you are unable to insert  
the plug fully into the outlet, contact your  
dealer.  
Precautions  
Discs that this system CAN play  
• The AC power cord can be changed only by a  
qualified service facility.  
• AUDIO CD  
• CD-R/CD-RW (audio data/MP3 files)  
On placement  
Discs that this system CAN NOT play  
• Do not place the system in an inclined  
position or in locations that are extremely hot,  
cold, dusty, dirty, or humid or lacking  
adequate ventilation, or subject to vibration,  
direct sunlight or a bright light.  
• Be careful when placing the unit or speakers  
on surfaces that have been specially treated  
(for example, with wax, oil, polish) as staining  
or discoloration of the surface may result.  
• If the system is brought directly from a cold to  
a warm location or is placed in a very damp  
room, moisture may condense on the lens  
inside the unit, and cause the system to  
malfunction. In this situation, remove the  
disc, and leave the system turned on for about  
an hour until the moisture evaporates.  
• CD-ROM  
• CD-R/CD-RW other than those recorded in  
music CD format or MP3 format conforming  
to ISO9660 Level 1/Level 2, Joliet  
• CD-R/CD-RW recorded in multisession that  
have not ended by “closing the session”  
• CD-R/CD-RW of poor recording quality,  
CD-R/CD-RW that have scratches or are  
dirty, or CD-R/CD-RW recorded with an  
incompatible recording device  
• CD-R/CD-RW which is finalized incorrectly  
• Disc containing files other than MPEG 1  
Audio Layer-3 (MP3) files  
• Discs of non-standard shape (for example,  
heart, square, star)  
• Discs that have adhesive tape, paper, or  
sticker attached to them  
• Rental or used discs with attached seals where  
the glue extends beyond the seal  
• Discs that have labels printed using ink that  
feels tacky when touched  
On heat buildup  
• Heat buildup on the unit during operation is  
normal and is not a cause for alarm.  
• Do not touch the cabinet if it has been used  
continuously at a high volume because the  
cabinet may have become hot.  
Notes on discs  
• Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.  
• Before playing, wipe the disc with a cleaning  
cloth from the center out to the edge.  
• Do not clean discs with solvents, such as  
benzine, thinner, or commercially available  
cleaners or anti-static spray intended for vinyl  
LPs.  
• Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat  
sources such as hot air ducts, nor leave it in a  
car parked in direct sunlight.  
On the speaker system  
This speaker system is not magnetically  
shielded, and the picture on nearby TV sets may  
become magnetically distorted. In this situation,  
turn off the TV, wait 15 to 30 minutes, and turn  
it back on. If there is no improvement, move the  
speakers far away from the TV.  
Cleaning the cabinet  
On safety  
Clean this system with a soft cloth slightly  
moistened with a mild detergent solution.  
Do not use any type of abrasive pad, scouring  
powder, or solvent, such as thinner, benzine,  
or alcohol.  
• Completely disconnect the power cord (mains  
lead) from the wall socket (mains) if it is not  
going to be used for an extended period of  
time. When unplugging the unit, always grip  
the plug. Never pull the cord itself.  
• Should any solid object or liquid get into the  
system, unplug the system, and have it  
checked by qualified personnel before  
operating it again.  
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Inputs  
PHONO IN L/R:  
Specifications  
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS  
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL  
HARMONIC DISTORTION:  
Sensitivity 3 mV, impedance  
47 kilohms  
MIC 1/MIC 2:  
Sensitivity 1 mV, impedance  
10 kilohms  
GAME INPUT AUDIO L/R:  
Sensitivity 250 mV, impedance  
47 kilohms  
GAME INPUT VIDEO:  
1 Vp-p, 75  
LBT-ZX99i USA model only  
With 6-ohm loads, both channels driven,  
from 120 Hz – 10 kHz; rates 200 watts per  
channel minimum RMS power, with no  
more than 0.7% total harmonic distortion  
from 250 miliwatts to rated output.  
PC IN L/R:  
Sensitivity 250 mV, impedance  
47 kilohms  
LBT-ZX66i USA model only  
With 6-ohm loads, per channel driven, from  
120 Hz – 10 kHz; rates 220 watts per channel  
minimum RMS power, with no more than  
0.7% total harmonic distortion from 250  
miliwatts to rated output.  
Outputs  
PHONES:  
accepts headphones of 8 or more  
VIDEO OUT:  
max. output level 1 Vp-p, load  
impedance 75 ohms  
Amplifier section  
LBT-ZX99i (HCD-ZX99i)  
The following are measured at  
AC 120 V, 60 Hz  
Disc player section  
System  
Compact disc and digital audio system  
Laser  
Front/Surround speaker  
Power output (rated):  
Semiconductor laser  
(λ = 780 nm)  
Emission duration: continuous  
Laser Output  
270 W + 270 W (at 6 , 1 kHz,  
10% THD)  
RMS output power (reference):  
180 W × 2 + 180 W × 2 (6 at 1 kHz,  
10% THD)  
Max. 44.6 µW*  
* This output is the value measured at  
a distance of 200 mm from the  
objective lens surface on the Optical  
Pick-up Block with 7 mm aperture.  
Frequency response  
2 Hz – 20 kHz (±1.0 dB)  
Wave length  
780 – 790 nm  
Signal-to-noise ratio  
More than 90 dB  
LBT-ZX66i (HCD-ZX66i)  
The following are measured at  
AC 120 V, 60 Hz  
Front speaker  
Power output (rated):  
280 W (at 6 , 1 kHz, 10% THD)  
RMS output power (reference):  
210 W × 2 (6 at 1 kHz, 10% THD)  
Dynamic range  
More than 90 dB  
CD DIGITAL OUT OPTICAL:  
Wave length 660 nm, output level  
–18 dBm  
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Tuner section  
Speakers  
FM stereo, FM/AM superheterodyne tuner  
For LBT-ZX99i  
Front/Surround speaker (SS-ZX99i)  
Speaker system  
FM tuner section  
Tuning range  
87.5 – 108.0 MHz (100 kHz step)  
Antenna  
FM lead antenna  
Antenna terminals  
75 ohms unbalanced  
Intermediate frequency  
10.7 MHz  
2-way, Bass reflex  
Speaker unit  
Woofer: 220 mm (8 3/ inches),  
4
cone type  
Tweeter: 50 mm (2 inch), cone type × 2  
Rated impedance  
6 ohms  
Dimensions (w/h/d)  
Approx. 308 × 365 × 480 mm  
AM tuner section  
Tuning range  
(12 1/4 × 14 3/ × 19 inches)  
8
530 – 1,710 kHz (with the interval set  
at 10 kHz)  
531 – 1,710 kHz (with the interval set  
at 9 kHz)  
Mass  
Approx. 8.7 kg (19 lb 3 oz) net per  
speaker  
Antenna  
For LBT-ZX66i  
Front speaker (SS-ZX66i)  
Speaker system  
3-way BUILT-IN SW, Bass reflex  
Speaker unit  
AM loop antenna  
Antenna terminals  
External antenna terminal  
Intermediate frequency  
450 kHz  
Super Woofer/Woofer: 170 mm  
(6 3/ inches)/170 mm (6 3/ inches),  
iPod section  
DC5V 500 mA MAX  
4
4
cone type  
Tweeter: 25 mm (1 inch), horn type  
Rated impedance  
6 ohms  
Dimensions (w/h/d)  
Approx. 250 × 530 × 362 mm  
(9 7/ × 20 7/ × 14 3/ inches)  
8
8
8
Mass  
Approx. 9.5 kg (20 lb 16 oz) net per  
speaker  
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General  
Power requirements  
120 V AC, 60 Hz  
Power consumption  
LBT-ZX99i (American model):  
400 W  
LBT-ZX66i (American model):  
230 W  
LBT-ZX66i (Canadian model):  
240 VA  
Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.)  
HCD-ZX99i/HCD-ZX66i  
361.4 × 435.5 × 454.6 mm  
(14 1/4 × 17 1/4 × 18 inches)  
Mass (Approx.)  
HCD-ZX99i: 19.0 kg (41 lb 15 oz)  
HCD-ZX66i: 14.6 kg (32 lb 4 oz)  
Supplied accessories  
Remote Commander (1)  
R6 (size AA) batteries (2)  
AM loop antenna (1)  
FM lead antenna (1)  
Speaker pads:  
• LBT-ZX99i only (16)  
• LBT-ZX66i only (8)  
Speaker cords:  
• LBT-ZX99i only  
– grey (10 m) (39 3/8 ft) (2)  
– white (3 m) (11 7/8 ft) (2)  
• LBT-ZX66i only  
– 3 m (11 7/8 ft) (2)  
Design and specifications are subject to  
change without notice.  
• Standby power consumption: 0.5 W  
• Halogenated flame retardants are not used  
in the certain printed wiring boards.  
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Compatible iPod models with this system  
You can use the following iPod models on this system. Update your iPod with the latest  
software before using it.  
iPod touch  
2nd generation  
iPod nano  
4th generation  
(video)  
iPod touch  
1st generation  
iPod nano  
3rd generation  
(video)  
iPod  
5th generation  
(video)  
iPod nano  
1st generation  
iPod classic  
iPod nano  
2nd generation  
(aluminum)  
iPod  
4th generation  
(color display)  
iPod  
4th generation  
iPod mini  
Notes  
• This unit is designed for iPod only. You can not connect any other portable audio players.  
• Sony can not accept responsibility in the event that data recorded to iPod is lost or damaged when  
using an iPod connected to this unit.  
• Use a Dock Adapter supplied with your iPod. Otherwise, a compatible Dock Adapter will need to be  
purchased separately from Apple Inc.  
• This product has been designed specifically to work with iPod and has been certified to meet Apple  
performance standards.  
• This unit is not compatible with iPhone.  
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Index  
B
P
Batteries 13  
Play mode 18  
Playable disc 38  
Power Saving Mode 27  
Preset effect 22  
Presetting radio station 30  
Program Play 29  
C
CD power manage function 19  
Compatible iPod models with  
this system 42  
R
D
Radio station 19  
Remote 7  
Demonstration 13, 27  
Repeat Play 17  
Display mode 27  
S
F
T
G
Timer  
Play Timer 32  
Sleep Timer 32  
Game Mixing 26  
H
U
Handling discs 38  
User equalizer 31  
Hooking up the system 11  
X
I
iPod  
Playing 20  
M
MP3 BOOSTER 23  
Multi Session 4  
N
Non-playable disc 38  
Normal Play 18  
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