Sony MP3 Docking Station FST GTK1I User Manual

4-186-872-11(2)  
Home Audio  
Docking System  
Operating Instructions  
FST-GTK2i  
FST-GTK1i  
RDH-GTK1i  
©2010 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  
modifications 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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For customers in Australia  
Table of Contents  
Guide to parts and controls..........5  
Disposal of Old  
Electrical &  
Electronic  
Equipment  
(Applicable in the  
EuropeanUnionand  
other European  
countries with  
separate collection  
systems)  
Getting Started  
Hooking up the system  
securely...................................9  
Operations  
On copyrights  
iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered  
in the U.S. and other countries.  
Listening to the radio.................12  
Listening to music of a USB  
device....................................13  
Playing the iPod.........................15  
Using optional audio  
components...........................16  
Adjusting the sound...................17  
Controlling the Speaker Light  
Illumination ..........................17  
Changing the display .................18  
“Made for iPod” means that an electronic  
accessory has been designed to connect  
specifically to iPod and has been certified by  
the developer to meet Apple performance  
standards.  
Apple is not responsible for the operation of  
this device or its compliance with safety and  
regulatory standards.  
“WALKMAN” and “WALKMAN” logo are  
registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.  
Additional Information  
MICROVAULT is a trademark of Sony  
Corporation.  
Troubleshooting.........................18  
Messages....................................22  
Precautions.................................23  
Specifications.............................23  
Compatible USB devices with this  
unit........................................26  
Compatible iPod models with this  
unit........................................27  
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and  
patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and  
Thomson.  
Windows Media is a registered trademark of  
Microsoft Corporation in the United States  
and/or other countries.  
All other trademarks and registered  
trademarks are trademarks or registered  
trademarks of their respective holders.  
®
In this manual, TM and marks are not  
specified.  
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Guide to parts and controls  
This manual mainly explains operations using the buttons on the remote, but the same  
operations can also be performed using the buttons on the unit having the same or similar  
names.  
Unit  
– Front and back view  
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3
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– Top view  
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*1  
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qd qs qa  
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Except North American model  
A On back panel: POWER  
(page 10, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22)  
Press to turn on or off the AC power.  
D Standby indicator (except North  
American model)  
Lights up when the unit is in standby  
Status of the POWER button  
E
(USB) port (page 13, 14, 19,  
20, 22)  
Connect an optional USB device.  
(OFF)  
The unit is turned off.  
F iPod connector (page 11, 15, 16)  
(ON)  
Place an optional iPod to listen to  
audio contents stored in the iPod.  
(North American model)  
The unit is turned on.  
(Other models)  
G FUNCTION (page 12, 14, 15, 16)  
The unit is in standby mode.  
Press to select a function.  
On top panel: "/1 (on/standby)  
(except North American model)  
(page 10, 19, 22)  
Press to turn on the unit or set it to  
standby mode.  
H NX (play/pause) (page 12, 14,  
15, 16, 20, 22)  
Press to start or pause playback.  
Press and hold to stop USB playback  
or turn off the iPod.  
B Display (page 18)  
C Remote sensor (page 19)  
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I m/M (rewind/fast forward)  
Remote  
(page 14, 15)  
Hold down to find a point in a track  
or file during playback.  
– RM-AMU098 (North American  
model only)  
– RM-AMU092 (Other models)  
./> (go backward/go  
forward) (page 14, 15)  
Press to select a track or file.  
qk  
1*  
qj  
qh  
qg  
EQ  
GROOVE  
2
3
TUNING +/– (page 12)  
Press to tune in the station you want.  
ENTER  
4
5
J VOLUME (page 12, 14, 15, 16,  
19)  
qf  
qd  
qs  
qa  
q;  
REPEAT  
iPod  
USB  
Turn to adjust the volume.  
6
K SPEAKER LIGHT (North  
7
8
9
TUNER  
American model only) (page 17)  
Press to turn on or off the speaker  
light when the unit is turned on.  
AUDIO  
IN  
DEMO/SPEAKER LIGHT (Other  
models) (page 17, 18)  
*
RM-AMU092 only  
Press to turn on or off the demo mode  
when the unit is in standby mode.  
Press to turn on or off the speaker  
light when the unit is turned on.  
1 "/1 (on/standby)  
(RM-AMU092 only) (page 10, 19)  
Press to turn on the unit or set it to the  
standby mode.  
L GROOVE (page 17, 22)  
B TUNING MODE (page 12, 13)  
Press to reinforce the bass.  
Press to select the tuning mode.  
M PRESET EQ (page 12, 17)  
C FM MODE (page 12, 21)  
Press to select a preset sound effect.  
Press to select the FM reception  
mode (monaural or stereo).  
D V/v/B/b, MENU (page 16)  
Press to select the menu items on the  
iPod.  
ENTER (page 13, 16)  
Press to enter the settings.  
E REPEAT (page 14)  
Press to listen to a USB device, a  
folder, a single track or file  
repeatedly.  
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F VOLUME +/– (page 12, 14, 15,  
16, 19)  
Press to adjust the volume.  
G ./> (go backward/go  
forward) (page 14, 15)  
Press to select a track or file.  
+/– (tuning) (page 12, 13)  
Press to tune in the station you want.  
H m/M (rewind/fast forward)  
(page 14, 15)  
Hold down to find a point in a track  
or file during playback.  
I
+/– (page 14)  
Press to select a folder.  
J AUDIO IN (page 16)  
Press to select the AUDIO IN  
function.  
K TUNER/BAND (page 12)  
Press to select the TUNER function.  
Press to select the FM or AM band.  
L USB (page 14)  
Press to select the USB function.  
M iPod (page 15)  
Press to select the iPod function.  
N NX (play/pause) (page 14, 15,  
16, 20)  
Press to start or pause playback.  
Press and hold to stop USB playback  
or turn off the iPod.  
O TUNER MEMORY (page 12, 13)  
Press to preset the radio station.  
P EQ (page 17)  
Press to select a preset sound effect.  
Q GROOVE (page 17)  
Press to reinforce the bass.  
R DISPLAY (page 18)  
Press to change the information on  
the display.  
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Getting Started  
Hooking up the system securely  
– Rear panel  
*
A B C  
ANTENNA  
AUDIO IN  
R
L
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POWER  
ON OFF  
D
E
*
FST-GTK2i only  
A Antennas  
Find a location and an orientation that  
provide good reception, and then set up  
the antennas.  
Keep the antennas away from the power  
cord, the USB cable, the iPod and the  
subwoofer cable (FST-GTK2i only) to  
avoid picking up noise.  
AM loop antenna  
ANTE  
NNA  
Extend the FM lead  
antenna horizontally  
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B AUDIO IN L/R jacks  
Using the subwoofer  
Use an audio cord (not supplied) to  
connect the audio output of the optional  
audio component to these jacks. You can  
then output audio through this unit.  
(FST-GTK2i only)  
You can use the subwoofer to enhance the  
bass.  
Make sure the subwoofer cable is  
connected before using the subwoofer.  
C SUBWOOFER OUT jack  
(FST-GTK2i only)  
SUBWOOFER  
ON/OFF  
Use a supplied subwoofer cable to  
connect the SUBWOOFER OUT jack on  
the unit and INPUT jack on the  
subwoofer.  
Power indicator  
SUBWOOFER  
LEVEL  
Notes  
• Be sure to use only the supplied subwoofer  
and subwoofer cable.  
• Be sure to connect the subwoofer cable  
securely and correctly to the unit and the  
subwoofer.  
• Do not connect other component to this jack.  
D VOLTAGE SELECTOR  
For models equipped with a voltage  
selector, set VOLTAGE SELECTOR to  
the local power line voltage.  
Depending on the model, the VOLTAGE  
SELECTOR may differ.  
1
2
Connect the power cord of the  
subwoofer to a wall outlet.  
Press SUBWOOFER ON/OFF on  
the subwoofer.  
E Power  
Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.  
Press the POWER on the back panel to  
turn on the AC power.  
If the supplied adaptor on the plug does  
not fit your wall outlet, detach it from the  
plug (only for models equipped with an  
adaptor).  
The subwoofer turns on and the power  
indicator lights up.  
3
Turn SUBWOOFER LEVEL on  
the subwoofer to adjust the  
level.  
Notes  
• Place the subwoofer vertically to obtain a  
better bass reproduction.  
• Position the subwoofer  
– on a solid floor where resonance is unlikely  
to occur.  
– at least a few centimeters away from the  
wall.  
(Except North American model)  
The demonstration appears in the display.  
When you press "/1, the unit turns on  
and the demonstration automatically  
ends.  
– away from the center of the room or place a  
bookshelf against a wall, to avoid  
generating a standing wave.  
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Inserting the iPod Dock  
Adapter  
Using the remote  
Slide and remove the battery  
compartment lid, and insert the two  
supplied R03 (size AAA) batteries, E  
side first, matching the polarities shown  
below.  
Insert the iPod Dock Adapter (not  
supplied) into the iPod connector on the  
unit before you connect the iPod.  
Use a Dock Adapter supplied with your  
iPod. Otherwise, a compatible Dock  
Adapter will need to be purchased  
separately from Apple Inc.  
Slot  
Notes  
• Do not mix an old battery with a new one or  
mix different types of batteries.  
• If you do not use the remote for a long period  
of time, remove the batteries to avoid damage  
from battery leakage and corrosion.  
• With normal use, the batteries should last for  
about six months. When the remote no longer  
operates the unit, replace both batteries with  
new ones.  
• Batteries installed devices shall not be  
exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine,  
fire or the like.  
To remove the iPod Dock Adapter, pull it  
up with your fingernail or a flat object  
using the slot inside the adapter.  
Slot  
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To change the AM tuning interval  
The factory setting for AM tuning interval  
is 9 kHz (or 10 kHz for some areas).  
Use the buttons on the unit for the  
operation.  
Operations  
Listening to the radio  
1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly to  
select AM band.  
1
Select FM or AM band.  
2 Press and hold NX and PRESET  
EQ at the same time for about 5  
seconds.  
“9K STEP” or “10K STEP” appears in  
the display.  
Press TUNER/BAND (or FUNCTION  
on the unit) repeatedly.  
2
Perform tuning.  
For automatic scanning  
When you change the interval, all the AM  
preset stations are erased.  
Press TUNING MODE repeatedly  
until “AUTO” lights up in the display,  
and then press +/– (or TUNING +/– on  
the unit).  
Tip  
To improve broadcast reception, adjust the  
supplied antennas.  
Scanning stops automatically when a  
station is tuned in, and then “TUNED”  
and “ST” (for FM stereo programs  
only) lights up in the display.  
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.  
TUNED ST  
AUTO  
MHz  
If “TUNED” does not light up and the  
scanning does not stop, press +/– (or  
TUNING +/– on the unit) to stop  
Presetting radio stations  
scanning, then perform manual tuning.  
You can preset your favourite radio  
stations and tune them in instantly by  
selecting the corresponding preset  
number.  
Use the buttons on the remote for this  
operation.  
For manual tuning  
Press TUNING MODE repeatedly  
until “AUTO” and “PRESET”  
disappear from the display, and then  
press +/– (or TUNING +/– on unit)  
repeatedly to tune in the station you  
want.  
1
2
Tune in the station you want.  
Press TUNER MEMORY.  
3
Adjust the volume.  
A preset number flashes in the display.  
The stations are stored from preset  
number 1.  
Press VOLUME +/– (or turn  
VOLUME on the unit).  
TUNED ST  
AUTO  
MHz l  
Preset number  
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3
4
Press +/– repeatedly to select  
the preset number you want.  
USB device  
If another station is already assigned to  
the selected preset number, the station  
is replaced by the new station.  
You can listen to music stored in the USB  
device by connecting it to the  
port on the unit.  
(USB)  
Press ENTER.  
“COMPLETE” appears in the display.  
The audio formats that can be played back  
by this unit are as follows:  
MP3*/WMA*/AAC*  
* Files with copyright protection (Digital  
Rights Management) cannot be played back  
by this unit. Files downloaded from an online  
music store may not be played back by this  
unit.  
5 The station is stored.  
Repeat steps 1 to 4 to store other  
stations.  
You can preset up to 20 FM and 10  
AM stations.  
6
To call up a preset radio station,  
press TUNING MODE repeatedly  
until “PRESET” lights up in the  
display. Then, press +/–  
repeatedly to select the preset  
number you want.  
Before using the USB device with  
this unit  
• See “Compatible USB devices with this unit”  
(page 26) for a list of USB devices that can be  
connected to this unit.  
• Operation may not always be ensured even  
when using these USB devices.  
To cancel presetting  
Press TUNER MEMORY.  
• When USB cable connection is necessary,  
connect the USB cable supplied with the USB  
device to be connected. Refer to the operating  
instructions supplied with the USB device to  
be connected for details on the operation  
method.  
• Do not connect the unit and the USB device  
through a USB hub.  
• When the USB device is connected,  
“READING” appears and “USB MEMORY”  
lights up in the display.  
• It may take about 10 seconds before  
“READING” appears depending on the type  
of USB device connected.  
• When the USB device is connected, the unit  
reads all the files on the USB device. If there  
are many folders or files on the USB device, it  
may take a long time to finish reading the  
USB device.  
• The unit can recognize up to  
100 folders (including “ROOT” folder).  
100 audio files for each folder.  
8 folder levels (tree structure of files,  
including “ROOT” folder).  
The maximum number of audio files and  
folders may vary depending on the file and  
folder structure.  
Do not save other types of files or unnecessary  
folders on a USB device.  
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• Compatibility with all encoding/writing  
softwares, recording devices, and recording  
media cannot be guaranteed. Incompatible  
USB device may produce noise or interrupted  
audio or may not play at all.  
To  
Do this  
Find a point in a Hold down m/M (or  
file  
. m or M > on  
the unit) during playback,  
and release the button at  
the point you want.  
1
2
Press USB (or FUNCTION on the  
unit repeatedly).  
Select Repeat  
Play  
PressREPEATrepeatedly  
until “REP”, “  
or “REP1” lights up in the  
display.  
REP”  
Connect an optional USB device  
to the  
(USB) port on the unit.  
USB device  
* When playing a VBR (variable bit rate) audio  
file, the unit may resume playback from a  
different point.  
Notes on the USB device  
• Some time may be needed to start playback  
when:  
– the folder structure is complex.  
– the memory capacity is excessive.  
• This unit does not necessarily support all the  
functions provided in a connected USB  
device.  
• The playback order for the unit may differ  
from the playback order of the connected USB  
device.  
• Folders that have no audio files are skipped.  
• The unit can play the following format of  
audio files:  
– MP3 with file extension “.mp3”.  
– AAC with file extension “.m4a”, “.3gp”,  
“.mp4”.  
When the USB device is connected,  
the display changes as follows:  
“READING” t 1”  
3
4
Press NX to start playback.  
Press VOLUME +/– (or turn  
VOLUME on the unit) to adjust  
the volume.  
– Windows Media Audio (WMA) with file  
extension “.wma”.  
Other operations  
If the audio files have the above file extension  
but are not the respective formats, the unit  
may produce noise or may malfunction.  
• When playing a very long track, some  
operations may cause playback delay.  
To  
Do this  
Pause playback Press NX. To resume  
playback, press the button  
again*.  
Note on Repeat Play  
All files on a USB device are repeated until you  
pause or stop playback.  
Stop playback  
Press and hold NX for 2  
seconds or more. Resume  
play is canceled.  
Select a folder Press  
+/– repeatedly.  
Select a file  
Press ./> (or  
. m or M > on  
the unit) repeatedly.  
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• 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 +/– (or turn VOLUME on the  
unit). The volume level does not change even  
if adjusted on the iPod.  
• This iPod connector is designed for iPod only.  
Do not connect any other portable audio  
players to the iPod connector.  
• To use an iPod, refer to the operating  
instructions of your iPod.  
• 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.  
Playing the iPod  
You can listen to audio contents stored in  
the iPod on this unit.  
Update your iPod with the latest software  
before using it.  
1
2
Press iPod (or FUNCTION on the  
unit repeatedly).  
Place the iPod.  
Note  
If your iPod has a protect case, we  
recommend you to remove the protect case  
before you place the iPod onto the unit.  
Other operations  
You can control your iPod using the  
buttons on the remote or unit. The  
following buttons have the similar  
function with the buttons on the iPod  
(except for iPod Touch).  
To  
Do this  
Pause playback Press NX. To resume  
playback, press the button  
again.  
3
4
Press NX to start playback.  
Select a track or Press . or > (or  
chapter of  
audiobook/  
podcast  
. m or M > on  
the unit) repeatedly.  
Press VOLUME +/– (or turn  
VOLUME on the unit) to adjust  
the volume.  
Locate a point Hold down m or M  
while listening (or . m or M >  
Notes  
• When you connect an iPod to the unit, the  
iPod is automatically turned on if the unit is  
turned on.  
• 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.  
to the music  
(fast forward/  
fast rewind)  
on the unit) during  
playback, then release it at  
the point you want.  
Locate a point Hold down . or >  
while viewing (or . m or M >  
the iPod display on the unit) when  
(except for iPod playback is paused, then  
– brace the unit with one hand and take care  
not to press the controls of the iPod by  
mistake.  
Touch)  
release it at the point you  
want.  
• Before carrying the unit, be sure to disconnect  
the iPod.  
• Before disconnecting the iPod, pause  
playback.  
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To  
Do this  
Select the iPod Press MENU and V/v to  
Using optional audio  
components  
You can enjoy the sound from an optional  
audio component through the speakers of  
this unit.  
Be sure to turn off the power of the  
component before making any  
connections.  
menu item  
select a menu, then press  
ENTER or b.  
Note  
You can confirm menu and  
item selections on the iPod  
display during operation.  
Return to  
previous menu  
Press MENU or B.  
For details, refer to the operating  
instructions supplied with the connected  
component.  
Turn off the  
iPod  
Hold down NX.  
Tip  
1
Connect an optional audio  
component to the AUDIO IN L/R  
jacks using an audio cord (not  
supplied).  
Press and hold V or v on the remote has the  
similar function of turning the Click Wheel on  
the iPod counterclockwise or clockwise.  
To use the unit as a battery charger  
2
3
Turn on the unit and the  
connected component.  
You can use the unit as a battery charger  
for the iPod when the unit is on.  
The charging begins when the iPod is  
placed on the iPod connector. The  
charging status appears in the iPod  
display. For details, refer to the operating  
instructions of your iPod.  
Press VOLUME – repeatedly (or  
turn VOLUME on the unit  
counterclockwise) to turn down  
the volume.  
4
5
Press AUDIO IN (or FUNCTION  
on the unit repeatedly).  
To stop charging the iPod  
Remove the iPod.  
Start playing the connected  
component.  
The sound from the connected  
component is output from the speakers  
of this unit.  
6
Press VOLUME +/– (or turn  
VOLUME on the unit) to adjust  
the volume.  
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Adjusting the sound  
Controlling the  
Speaker Light  
Illumination  
You can turn on or off the speaker light  
when the unit is turned on.  
Use the button on the unit for the  
operation.  
To add a sound effect  
To  
Do this  
Reinforce the  
Press GROOVE  
bass and create repeatedly to select  
a more powerful “GROOVE”*.  
sound  
Select the preset Press EQ (or PRESET  
(North American model only)  
Press SPEAKER LIGHT repeatedly.  
sound effect  
EQ on the unit)  
repeatedly to select the  
preset effect you want.  
The preset effect name  
appears in the display.  
To cancel the effect,  
press EQ (or PRESET  
EQ on the unit)  
(Other models)  
Press DEMO/SPEAKER LIGHT  
repeatedly.  
Each time you press the button, the  
display changes as follows:  
repeatedly to select  
“FLAT”.  
LIGHT ON* y OFF  
* The speaker light will create lighting effect  
according to the music source.  
* The volume switches to power mode and the  
equalizer curve changes.  
17GB  
 
           
Changing the display  
Additional Information  
Changing the display mode  
Troubleshooting  
(Except North American model)  
Press DEMO/SPEAKER LIGHT on  
the unit repeatedly while the unit is  
in standby mode.  
Should you encounter a problem with  
your system, do the following:  
1 Make sure the power cord and  
subwoofer cable (FST-GTK2i only)  
are connected correctly and firmly.  
Demonstration  
The demo display appears and the speaker  
light flashes even when the unit is set to  
standby mode.  
2 Find your problem in the  
troubleshootingchecklistbelowand  
take the indicated corrective action.  
No display  
If the problem persists after doing all of  
the above, consult your nearest Sony  
dealer.  
The demo display and speaker light are  
turned off.  
Note that if service personnel changes  
some parts during repair, these parts may  
be retained.  
Viewing the display  
information  
If “PROTECT” appears on the  
display  
Immediately press POWER on the  
back panel to turn off the unit and  
unplug the power cord. Then perform  
the following items.  
Press DISPLAY repeatedly while  
the unit is turned on.  
You can view the USB device  
information as follows:  
• track or file number  
• track name (“ ”)  
• file name (“ ”)  
• artist name (“ ”)  
• album name (“ ”)  
• folder name (“ ”)  
• Remove anything that is blocking  
the ventilation hole.  
• If your unit has a voltage selector,  
set the voltage selector to the correct  
voltage.  
• Disconnect the USB device and  
iPod.  
• Disconnect audio cord from the  
AUDIO IN L/R jacks.  
Notes on the display information  
• Characters that cannot be displayed appear as  
“_”.  
• The following are not displayed correctly:  
– elapsed playing time of a file encoded using  
a VBR (variable bit rate).  
– folder and file names that do not follow  
either the ISO9660 Level 1, Level 2 or Joliet  
in the expansion format.  
After checking the above items and  
fixing any problems, plug in the power  
cord again and turn on the unit. If the  
“PROTECT” still appears, or if the  
cause of the problem cannot be found  
even after checking all the above  
items, consult your nearest Sony  
dealer.  
18GB  
 
               
General  
USB device  
(Except North American model)  
The display starts flashing as soon as  
you plug in the power cord even  
though you have not press ?/1 to  
turn on the unit.  
Are you using a supported USB  
device?  
• If you connect an unsupported USB  
device, the following problems may  
occur. See “Compatible USB devices  
with this unit” (page 26) for the  
supported device types.  
• The demonstration mode started. Press  
?/1 (page 10).  
– The USB device is not recognized.  
– File or folder names are not displayed  
on this unit.  
– Playback is not possible.  
– The sound skips.  
There is no sound.  
• Make sure you press the POWER on the  
back panel.  
• Press VOLUME + repeatedly (turn  
VOLUME clockwise on the unit).  
– There is noise.  
– A distorted sound is output.  
There is severe hum or noise.  
• 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.  
“OVER CURRENT” appears.  
• A problem has been detected with the  
level of electrical current from the  
(USB) port. Press POWER on the back  
panel to turn off the unit and remove the  
USB device from the  
(USB) port.  
Make sure there is no problem with the  
USB device. If this display pattern  
persists, contact your nearest Sony  
dealer.  
The remote does not function.  
• Remove the obstacles between the  
remote and the unit.  
There is no sound.  
• Move the remote closer to the unit.  
• Point the remote at the unit’s sensor.  
• Replace the batteries.  
• Move the unit away from the  
fluorescent light.  
• The USB device is not connected  
correctly. Press POWER on the back  
panel to turn off the unit and reconnect  
the USB device, then turn on the unit  
and check if “USB MEMORY” lights  
up in the display.  
• Place the USB device and iPod to the  
port/connector firmly.  
There is noise, skipping, or distorted  
sound.  
• Press POWER on the back panel to turn  
off the unit and reconnect the USB  
device, then turn on the unit.  
• The music data itself contains noise, or  
the sound is distorted.  
(FST-GTK2i only)  
There is no sound from the  
subwoofer.  
• Adjust the subwoofer level to the  
appropriate level.  
• Check that the subwoofer cable and  
power cord are connected securely and  
correctly.  
• Make sure you have turned on the  
subwoofer by pressing SUBWOOFER  
ON/OFF on the subwoofer.  
Continued  
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The USB device cannot be  
Playback does not start.  
connected into the  
(USB) port.  
• Press POWER on the back panel to turn  
off the unit and reconnect the USB  
device, then turn on the unit.  
• Connect the supported USB device  
(page 26).  
• The USB device is being connected  
backwards. Connect the USB device in  
the correct orientation.  
“READING” is displayed for an  
extended time, or it takes a long time  
before playback starts.  
• The reading process can take a long time  
in the following cases.  
– There are many folders or files on the  
USB device.  
– The file structure is extremely  
complex.  
– The memory capacity is excessive.  
– The internal memory is fragmented.  
Thus, we recommend following these  
guidelines.  
– Total folders on USB device: 100 or  
less (including “ROOT” folder)  
– Total files per folder: 100 or less  
• Press NX to start playback.  
Audio file cannot be played back.  
• MP3 files in MP3 PRO format cannot be  
played back.  
• The audio file is a multiple track audio  
file.  
• Some AAC files may not be played back  
correctly.  
• WMA files in Windows Media Audio  
Lossless and Professional format cannot  
be played back.  
• USB device formatted with file systems  
other than FAT16 or FAT32 are  
unsupported.*  
• If you use partitioned USB device, only  
audio files on the first partition can be  
played back.  
• Playback is possible up to 8 levels  
(including “ROOT” folder).  
• The number of folders has exceeded 100  
(including “ROOT” folder).  
• The number of files in a folder has  
exceeded 100.  
Erroneous display.  
• The data stored in the USB device may  
have been corrupted.  
• The character codes that can be  
displayed by this unit are as follows:  
– Upper cases (A to Z)  
– Numbers (0 to 9)  
– Symbols (’ < > * + , – . / @ [ \ ] _ `)  
Other characters may not be displayed  
correctly.  
• Files that are encrypted or protected by  
passwords, etc. cannot be played back.  
* This unit supports FAT16 and FAT32, but  
some USB device may not support all of these  
FAT. For details, refer to the operating  
instruction of each USB device or contact the  
manufacturer.  
The USB device is not recognized.  
• Press POWER on the back panel to turn  
off the unit and reconnect the USB  
device, then turn on the unit.  
• Connect the supported USB device  
(page 26).  
• The USB device does not work  
properly. Refer to the USB device  
operating instruction on how to deal  
with this problem.  
20GB  
 
     
iPod  
Tuner  
If the iPod does not operate properly,  
check that you have removed the protect  
case of the iPod. If the problem persists,  
use the following troubleshooting guide to  
remedy the problem.  
Severe hum or noise, or stations  
cannot be received. (“TUNED” or  
“ST” flashes in the display)  
• Set the proper band and frequency  
(page 12).  
• Connect the antenna properly (page 9).  
• Find a location and an orientation that  
• The supplied FM lead antenna receives  
signals along its entire length, so make  
sure you extend it fully.  
• Keep the antennas away from the power  
cord, the USB cable, the iPod and  
subwoofer cable (FST-GTK2i only) to  
avoid picking up noise.  
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  
“Compatible iPod models with this  
unit” (page 27) for the supported device  
types.  
• Consult your nearest Sony dealer if the  
supplied AM antenna has come off the  
plastic stand.  
The sound is distorted.  
• Reduce the volume.  
• Set the “EQ” setting of the iPod to “Off”  
or “Flat”.  
• Turn off nearby electrical equipment.  
A stereo FM program cannot be  
received in stereo.  
• Press FM MODE repeatedly until  
“MONO” disappears from the display.  
The iPod cannot be operated.  
• Disconnect the iPod and connect the  
iPod again.  
• You are using an unsupported iPod. See  
“Compatible iPod models with this  
unit” (page 27) for the supported device  
types.  
Optional components  
There is no sound.  
The iPod cannot be charged.  
• Make sure you press the POWER on the  
back panel.  
• See general item “There is no sound.”  
(page 19) and check the condition of the  
unit.  
• Make sure the iPod is connected  
securely.  
• Connect the component properly  
(page 9) 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.  
“OVER CURRENT” appears.  
• A problem has been detected with the  
level of electrical current from the iPod.  
Press POWER on the back panel to turn  
off the unit and remove the iPod. Make  
sure there is no problem with the iPod. If  
this display pattern persists, contact  
your nearest Sony dealer.  
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To reset the unit to factory settings  
If the unit still does not operate properly  
after performing the above measures or  
other troubles not described above occur,  
reset the unit as follows:  
Use the buttons on the unit for the  
operation.  
Messages  
One of the following messages may  
appear or flash in the display during  
operation.  
COMPLETE  
The radio preset operation ended  
normally.  
1 Press POWER on the back panel to  
turn off the AC power.  
2 Press POWER again to turn on the  
DEVICE ERROR  
The memory of the USB device could not  
be recognized (page 19).  
AC power.  
3 (Except North American model)  
NoDEVICE  
No USB device is connected.  
Press ?/1 to turn on the unit.  
4 Press and hold NX and GROOVE  
at the same time for about 5  
seconds.  
NO TRACK  
No playable audio file is loaded in the  
unit.  
“RESET” appears in the display.  
NO ARTIST  
Playable file on the USB device do not  
has artist information.  
The unit is reset to the factory settings.  
You need to readjust all the settings you  
made, such as the preset stations.  
NOT SUPPORT  
An unsupported USB device is connected,  
an unknown device is connected, or the  
USB device is connected through a USB  
hub (page 26).  
OVER CURRENT  
An over current from the  
or iPod was detected.  
(USB) port  
PROTECT  
The following causes can be considered:  
• The ventilation holes may be blocked.  
• The voltage selector may not be set to  
the correct local power line voltage.  
See “If “PROTECT” appears on the  
display” (page 18) to check what to do if  
this message appears.  
READING  
The unit is reading information of the  
USB device.  
22GB  
 
         
Precautions  
Specifications  
AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS  
POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL  
HARMONIC DISTORTION:  
On safety  
• 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.  
RDH-GTK1i USA model only  
With 6-ohm loads, both channels driven,  
from 120 Hz – 10 kHz; rated 30 watts per  
channel minimum RMS power, with no  
more than 0.7% total harmonic distortion  
from 250 miliwatts to rated output.  
• (For customers in United States and Canada  
only)  
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.  
Amplifier section  
FST-GTK2i  
The following are measured at  
AC 127 V, 60 Hz  
• The AC power cord can be changed only by a  
qualified service facility.  
Front speaker:  
On placement  
Power Output (rated)  
• 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 subwoofer  
on surfaces that have been specially treated  
(for example, with wax, oil, polish) as staining  
or discoloration of the surface may result.  
35 W + 35 W (at 6 :, 1 kHz, 1% THD)  
RMS output power (reference)  
110 W + 110 W (per channel at 6 :,  
1 kHz)  
Subwoofer:  
RMS output power (reference)  
230 W (8 :, 100 Hz)  
FST-GTK1i and RDH-GTK1i  
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.  
North American model only  
The following are measured at  
AC 120 V, 60 Hz  
Front speaker:  
• Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.  
RMS output power (reference)  
110 W + 110 W (per channel at 6 :,  
1 kHz)  
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  
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.  
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Brazilian model only  
AM tuner section  
The following are measured at  
Tuning range  
AC 127 V or 220 V, 60 Hz  
Pan American and Oceanian models:  
530 kHz – 1,710 kHz (with 10 kHz  
tuning interval)  
531 kHz – 1,710 kHz (with 9 kHz  
tuning interval)  
Front speaker:  
RMS output power (reference)  
75 W + 75 W (per channel at 6 :,  
1 kHz, 10% THD)  
Other models:  
530 kHz – 1,610 kHz (with 10 kHz  
tuning interval)  
Other models  
The following are measured at  
531 kHz – 1,602 kHz (with 9 kHz  
tuning interval)  
Mexican model:  
AC 127 V, 60 Hz  
Intermediate frequency  
53 kHz  
Other models:  
AC 120, 220, 240 V, 50/60 Hz  
Front speaker:  
Power Output (rated)  
USB section  
Supported bit rate*  
35 W + 35 W (at 6 :, 1 kHz, 1% THD)  
RMS output power (reference)  
110 W + 110 W (per channel at 6 :,  
1 kHz)  
MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer-3):  
32 kbps – 320 kbps, VBR  
WMA: 48 kbps – 192 kbps  
AAC: 48 kbps – 320 kbps  
* Compatibility with all encoding/  
writing software, recording devices  
and recording media cannot be  
guarantee.  
Input  
AUDIO IN L/R:  
Voltage 1 V, impedance 47 kilohms  
Sampling frequencies  
Output  
MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer-3):  
32 kHz/44.1 kHz/48 kHz  
WMA: 44.1 kHz  
SUBWOOFER OUT (FST-GTK2i only)  
Tuner section  
FM stereo, FM/AM superheterodyne tuner  
AAC: 44.1 kHz  
Transfer speed  
Antenna:  
Full-speed  
FM lead antenna  
Supported USB device  
Mass Storage Class  
Maximum current  
500 mA  
AM loop antenna  
FM tuner section  
Tuning range  
North American and Brazilian models:  
87.5 MHz – 108.0 MHz (100 kHz step)  
Other models:  
iPod section  
DC5V 500 mA MAX  
87.5 MHz – 108.0 MHz (50 kHz step)  
Intermediate frequency  
225 kHz  
24GB  
 
Mass (Approx.)  
HCD-GTK2i/HCD-GTK1i:  
Speakers  
Unit  
12.5 kg (27 lb 9 oz)  
SA-WGTK2i:  
11.5 kg (25 lb 6 oz)  
HCD-GTK2i (for FST-GTK2i)/  
HCD-GTK1i (for FST-GTK1i/  
RDH-GTK1i)  
Speaker system  
2-way, coaxial  
Speaker unit  
Woofer: 160 mm (6 / in), cone type  
Tweeter: 40 mm (1 / in), cone type  
Rated impedance  
Supplied accessories  
Remote Commander:  
• RM-AMU098 (North American  
model only) (1)  
• RM-AMU092 (other models) (1)  
FM lead/AM loop antenna (1)  
R03 (size AAA) batteries (2)  
Subwoofer cable (FST-GTK2i only)  
(1)  
1
2
5
8
6 ohms  
Subwoofer  
SA-WGTK2i (for FST-GTK2i)  
Subwoofer system  
1-way, 1-driver, Bass reflex  
Speaker unit  
Design and specifications are subject to  
change without notice.  
Subwoofer: 200 mm (8 in), cone type  
Rated impedance  
8 ohms  
General  
Power requirements  
North American model: AC 120 V,  
60 Hz  
Oceanian model: AC 230 V – 240 V,  
50/60 Hz  
Mexican model: AC 127 V, 60 Hz  
Brazilian model: AC 127 V or 220 V,  
60 Hz, adjustable with voltage selector  
Argentina model: AC 220 V, 50/60 Hz  
Other models: AC 120 V, 220 V or  
230 V – 240 V, 50/60 Hz, adjustable  
with voltage selector  
Power consumption  
HCD-GTK2i/HCD-GTK1i: 150 W  
SA-WGTK2i: 200 W  
Dimensions (w/h/d) (Approx.)  
HCD-GTK2i/HCD-GTK1i:  
600 mm × 385 mm × 395 mm  
(23 5/8 in × 15 1/4 in × 15 5/8 in)  
SA-WGTK2i:  
320 mm × 435 mm × 420 mm  
(12 5/8 in × 17 1/4 in × 16 5/8 in)  
25GB  
 
Product name Model name  
IC Recorder ICD-UX71 / UX81 /  
Compatible USB  
UX91  
devices with this unit  
ICD-SX68 / SX78 / SX88  
You can use the following Sony USB  
devices on this unit. Other USB devices  
cannot be used on this unit.  
ICD-SX700 / SX800 /  
SX900  
ICD-UX200 / UX300 /  
UX400  
Verified Sony USB device  
Product name Model name  
ICD-SX750 / SX850 /  
SX950  
®
Walkman  
NWZ-B133 / B135 /  
B133F / B135F  
MICROVAULT USM1GL / 2GL / 4GL /  
8GL / 16GL  
NWZ-B142 / B143 /  
B142F / B143F  
USM1GLX / 2GLX /  
4GLX / 8GLX / 16GLX  
NWD-E023F / E025F  
Notes  
NWZ-E435F / E436F /  
E438F  
• The unit is unable to read data in NTFS  
format.  
• The unit is unable to read data other than that  
saved in the first partition of a hard disk drive.  
• Do not use USB devices other than these USB  
devices. Operation of models not listed here is  
not guaranteed.  
NWZ-E343 / E344 / E345  
NWZ-S636F / S638F /  
S639F  
NWZ-S736F / S738F /  
S739F  
• Operation may not always be ensured even  
when using these USB devices.  
• Some of these USB devices may not be  
available for purchase in certain areas.  
• When formatting the above models, be sure to  
format using the model itself or the dedicated  
formatting software for that model.  
• Please do not connect iPod to USB port.  
• When connecting a USB device to the unit, be  
sure to connect after the display “Creating  
Library” or “Creating Database” on the USB  
device has disappeared.  
NWZ-A726 / A728 /  
A729 / A726B / A728B  
NWZ-A826 / A828 /  
A829  
NWZ-W202  
NWZ-X1050 / X1060  
NWZ-S744 / S745  
NWZ-E443 / E444 / E445  
NWZ-S544 / S545  
NWZ-A845 / A846 /  
A847  
NWZ-W252 / W253  
NWZ-B152F / B153F  
26GB  
 
   
Compatible iPod models with this unit  
You can use the following iPod models on this unit. Update your iPod with the latest  
software before using it.  
iPod touch  
2nd generation  
iPod touch  
1st generation  
iPod nano  
4th generation  
(video)  
iPod nano  
5th generation  
(video camera)  
iPod  
5th generation  
(video)  
iPod nano  
2nd generation  
(aluminum)  
iPod classic  
iPod nano  
3rd generation  
(video)  
iPod nano  
1st generation  
iPod  
4th generation  
(color display)  
iPod  
4th generation  
iPod mini  
Notes  
• This unit is designed for iPod only. You cannot connect any other portable audio players.  
• Sony cannot 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.  
27GB  
 
 
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