Home Audio Docking System: Operating Instructions FST-GTK2i FST-GTK1i RDH-GTK1i

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Home Audio
Docking System
Operating Instructions
FST-GTK2i
FST-GTK1i
RDH-GTK1i
©2010 Sony Corporation
model name [FST-GTK2i]

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For customers in the

WARNING
United States
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do
Owner’s Record
not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
The model and serial numbers are located on
To reduce the risk of fire, do not cover the
the rear of the unit. Record these numbers in
ventilation opening of the apparatus with
the space provided below. Refer to them
newspapers, tablecloths, curtains, etc.
whenever you call upon your Sony dealer
Do not place the naked flame sources such as
regarding this product.
lighted candles on the apparatus.
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do Model No. Serial No.
not expose this apparatus to dripping or
splashing, and do not place objects filled These following indications are located on
with liquids, such as vases, on the apparatus. the rear exterior.
Do not expose batteries or apparatus with
battery-installed to excessive heat such as
sunshine, fire or the like.
Do not install the appliance in a confined
space, such as a bookcase or built-in cabinet.
As the main plug is used to disconnect the
unit from the mains, connect the unit to an
easily accessible AC outlet. Should you This symbol is intended to
notice an abnormality in the unit, disconnect alert the user to the
the main plug from the AC outlet presence of uninsulated
immediately. “dangerous voltage”
The unit is not disconnected from the mains within the product’s
as long as it is connected to the AC outlet, enclosure that may be of
even if the unit itself has been turned off. sufficient magnitude to
The main switch is located on the rear constitute a risk of electric
exterior. shock to persons.
WARNING, heavy equipment. Use care This symbol is intended to
when handling as it may cause injury. alert the user to the
presence of important
operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in
the literature
accompanying the
appliance.
The following FCC statement applies only to
the version of this model manufactured for
sale in the U.S.A. Other versions may not
comply with FCC technical regulations.
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NOTE 8) Do not install near any heat sources such

This equipment has been tested and found to as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or
comply with the limits for a Class B digital other apparatus (including amplifiers)
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. that produce heat.
These limits are designed to provide 9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
reasonable protection against harmful polarized or grounding-type plug. A
interference in a residential installation. This polarized plug has two blades with one
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate wider than the other. A grounding type
radio frequency energy and, if not installed plug has two blades and a third
and used in accordance with the instructions, grounding prong. The wide blade or the
may cause harmful interference to radio third prong are provided for your safety.
communications. However, there is no If the provided plug does not fit into your
guarantee that interference will not occur in outlet, consult an electrician for
a particular installation. replacement of the obsolete outlet.
If this equipment does cause harmful 10) Protect the power cord from being
interference to radio or television reception, walked on or pinched particularly at
which can be determined by turning the plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged point where they exit from the apparatus.
to try to correct the interference by one or 11) Only use attachments/accessories
more of the following measures: specified by the manufacturer.
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. 12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
– Increase the separation between the bracket, or table specified by the
equipment and receiver. manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a When a cart is used, use caution when
circuit different from that to which the moving the cart/apparatus combination
receiver is connected. to avoid injury from tip-over.
– 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 13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning
manual could void your authority to operate storms or when unused for long periods
this equipment. of time.
Important Safety 14) Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when
Instructions
the apparatus has been damaged in any
1) Read these instructions. way, such as power-supply cord or plug
2) Keep these instructions. is damaged, liquid has been spilled or
3) Heed all warnings. objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
4) Follow all instructions. apparatus has been exposed to rain or
5) Do not use this apparatus near water. moisture, does not operate normally, or
6) Clean only with dry cloth. has been dropped.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
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For customers in Australia

Disposal of Old Table of Contents
Electrical & Guide to parts and controls.......... 5
Electronic
Equipment
(Applicable in the Getting Started
European Union and
other European Hooking up the system
countries with securely................................... 9
separate collection
systems) Operations
On copyrights Listening to the radio................. 12
iPod is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered Listening to music of a USB
in the U.S. and other countries. device.................................... 13
“Made for iPod” means that an electronic Playing the iPod......................... 15
accessory has been designed to connect Using optional audio
specifically to iPod and has been certified by
components........................... 16
the developer to meet Apple performance
standards.
Adjusting the sound ................... 17
Controlling the Speaker Light
Apple is not responsible for the operation of
Illumination .......................... 17
this device or its compliance with safety and
regulatory standards. Changing the display ................. 18
“WALKMAN” and “WALKMAN” logo are
registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. Additional Information
MICROVAULT is a trademark of Sony
Corporation.
Troubleshooting......................... 18
Messages.................................... 22
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and
Precautions................................. 23
patents licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and
Thomson.
Specifications............................. 23
Compatible USB devices with this
Windows Media is a registered trademark of
unit ........................................ 26
Microsoft Corporation in the United States
and/or other countries. Compatible iPod models with this
unit ........................................ 27
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
2
1
3
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– Top view
5 6
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* Except North American model
A On back panel: POWER D Standby indicator (except North

(page 10, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22) American model)
Press to turn on or off the AC power. Lights up when the unit is in standby
mode.
Status of the POWER button
E (USB) port (page 13, 14, 19,
(OFF) 20, 22)
The unit is turned off. Connect an optional USB device.
F iPod connector (page 11, 15, 16)
(ON)
(North American model) Place an optional iPod to listen to
The unit is turned on. audio contents stored in the iPod.
(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) H NX (play/pause) (page 12, 14,
(except North American model) 15, 16, 20, 22)
(page 10, 19, 22) Press to start or pause playback.
Press to turn on the unit or set it to Press and hold to stop USB playback
standby mode. 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) – RM-AMU098 (North American

Hold down to find a point in a track model only)
or file during playback. – RM-AMU092 (Other models)
./> (go backward/go
forward) (page 14, 15) qk
1*
qj
Press to select a track or file. EQ GROOVE
qh 2
TUNING +/– (page 12) qg 3
Press to tune in the station you want.
J VOLUME (page 12, 14, 15, 16,
ENTER
4
19) qf 5
Turn to adjust the volume. qd iPod REPEAT
6
qs USB
K SPEAKER LIGHT (North 7

qa TUNER
American model only) (page 17) 8

q; AUDIO
IN
9
Press to turn on or off the speaker
light when the unit is turned on.
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. 1 "/1 (on/standby)
Press to turn on or off the speaker (RM-AMU092 only) (page 10, 19)
light when the unit is turned on. Press to turn on the unit or set it to the
standby mode.
L GROOVE (page 17, 22)
Press to reinforce the bass. B TUNING MODE (page 12, 13)
Press to select the tuning mode.
M PRESET EQ (page 12, 17)
Press to select a preset sound effect. C FM MODE (page 12, 21)
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
Getting Started
– Rear panel
A B C*
ANTENNA AUDIO IN
R L
E
D
POWER
ON OFF
* 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 AM loop antenna
subwoofer cable (FST-GTK2i only) to AN TE
NN A
avoid picking up noise.
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 (FST-GTK2i only)
audio component to these jacks. You can You can use the subwoofer to enhance the
then output audio through this unit. bass.
Make sure the subwoofer cable is
C SUBWOOFER OUT jack connected before using the subwoofer.
(FST-GTK2i only) SUBWOOFER
Use a supplied subwoofer cable to ON/OFF
connect the SUBWOOFER OUT jack on
the unit and INPUT jack on the Power indicator
subwoofer. SUBWOOFER
Notes LEVEL
• 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 1 Connect the power cord of the
the local power line voltage. subwoofer to a wall outlet.
Depending on the model, the VOLTAGE
SELECTOR may differ. 2 Press SUBWOOFER ON/OFF on
the subwoofer.
E Power The subwoofer turns on and the power
Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. indicator lights up.
Press the POWER on the back panel to
turn on the AC power. 3 Turn SUBWOOFER LEVEL on
If the supplied adaptor on the plug does the subwoofer to adjust the
not fit your wall outlet, detach it from the level.
plug (only for models equipped with an Notes
adaptor).
• Place the subwoofer vertically to obtain a
(Except North American model) better bass reproduction.
The demonstration appears in the display. • Position the subwoofer
– on a solid floor where resonance is unlikely
When you press "/1, the unit turns on to occur.
and the demonstration automatically – at least a few centimeters away from the
ends. wall.
– 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 Using the remote

Adapter
Slide and remove the battery
Insert the iPod Dock Adapter (not compartment lid, and insert the two
supplied) into the iPod connector on the supplied R03 (size AAA) batteries, E
Getting Started
unit before you connect the iPod. side first, matching the polarities shown
Use a Dock Adapter supplied with your below.
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
To remove the iPod Dock Adapter, pull it exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine,
up with your fingernail or a flat object fire or the like.
using the slot inside the adapter.
Slot
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To change the AM tuning interval

The factory setting for AM tuning interval
Operations is 9 kHz (or 10 kHz for some areas).
Use the buttons on the unit for the
operation.
Listening to the radio 1 Press FUNCTION repeatedly to
select AM band.
1 Select FM or AM band.
Press TUNER/BAND (or FUNCTION 2 Press and hold NX and PRESET
on the unit) repeatedly. EQ at the same time for about 5
seconds.
2 Perform tuning. “9K STEP” or “10K STEP” appears in
the display.
For automatic scanning When you change the interval, all the AM
Press TUNING MODE repeatedly preset stations are erased.
until “AUTO” lights up in the display,
Tip
and then press +/– (or TUNING +/– on
To improve broadcast reception, adjust the
the unit). supplied antennas.
Scanning stops automatically when a
station is tuned in, and then “TUNED”
and “ST” (for FM stereo programs To reduce static noise on a weak FM
only) lights up in the display. stereo station
Press FM MODE repeatedly until
“MONO” lights up in the display.
There will be no stereo effect, but the
TUNED ST AUTO MHz
reception will improve.
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
For manual tuning selecting the corresponding preset
Press TUNING MODE repeatedly number.
until “AUTO” and “PRESET” Use the buttons on the remote for this
disappear from the display, and then operation.
press +/– (or TUNING +/– on unit)
repeatedly to tune in the station you
want.
1 Tune in the station you want.
2 Press TUNER MEMORY.
3 Adjust the volume. A preset number flashes in the display.
Press VOLUME +/– (or turn The stations are stored from preset
VOLUME on the unit). number 1.
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Preset number
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3 Press +/– repeatedly to select

the preset number you want. Listening to music of a
If another station is already assigned to
the selected preset number, the station
USB device
is replaced by the new station. You can listen to music stored in the USB
4 Press ENTER. device by connecting it to the
port on the unit.
(USB)
“COMPLETE” appears in the display.
The audio formats that can be played back
Operations
The station is stored.
by this unit are as follows:
5 Repeat steps 1 to 4 to store other MP3*/WMA*/AAC*
stations. * Files with copyright protection (Digital
Rights Management) cannot be played back
You can preset up to 20 FM and 10
by this unit. Files downloaded from an online
AM stations. music store may not be played back by this
6 To call up a preset radio station, unit.
press TUNING MODE repeatedly
until “PRESET” lights up in the Before using the USB device with
display. Then, press +/– this unit
repeatedly to select the preset • See “Compatible USB devices with this unit”
(page 26) for a list of USB devices that can be
number you want. connected to this unit.
• Operation may not always be ensured even
To cancel presetting when using these USB devices.
• When USB cable connection is necessary,
Press TUNER MEMORY. 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 To Do this

softwares, recording devices, and recording
media cannot be guaranteed. Incompatible Find a point in a Hold down m/M (or
USB device may produce noise or interrupted file . m or M > on
audio or may not play at all. the unit) during playback,
and release the button at
1 Press USB (or FUNCTION on the the point you want.
unit repeatedly). Select Repeat Press REPEAT repeatedly
2 Connect an optional USB device Play until “REP”, “ REP”
or “REP1” lights up in the
to the (USB) port on the unit.
display.
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.
When the USB device is connected, • The playback order for the unit may differ
the display changes as follows: from the playback order of the connected USB
“READING” t “1” device.
• Folders that have no audio files are skipped.
3 Press NX to start playback. • The unit can play the following format of
4 Press VOLUME +/– (or turn audio files:
– MP3 with file extension “.mp3”.
VOLUME on the unit) to adjust – AAC with file extension “.m4a”, “.3gp”,
the volume. “.mp4”.
– Windows Media Audio (WMA) with file
extension “.wma”.
Other operations If the audio files have the above file extension
To Do this but are not the respective formats, the unit
may produce noise or may malfunction.
Pause playback Press NX. To resume • When playing a very long track, some
playback, press the button operations may cause playback delay.
again*.
Note on Repeat Play
Stop playback Press and hold NX for 2 All files on a USB device are repeated until you
seconds or more. Resume pause or stop playback.
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
Playing the iPod video. In this case, you can fast rewind or fast
forward by holding down . or >.
You can listen to audio contents stored in • To change the volume level, use
the iPod on this unit. VOLUME +/– (or turn VOLUME on the
unit). The volume level does not change even
Update your iPod with the latest software if adjusted on the iPod.
before using it. • This iPod connector is designed for iPod only.
Do not connect any other portable audio
1 Press iPod (or FUNCTION on the players to the iPod connector.
Operations
• To use an iPod, refer to the operating
unit repeatedly). instructions of your iPod.
2 Place the iPod. • Sony cannot accept responsibility in the event
that data recorded to iPod is lost or damage
when using an iPod with this unit.
Note • Some iPod operations may not be performed
If your iPod has a protect case, we using buttons on the unit or remote.
recommend you to remove the protect case • Depending on the connected iPod, operations
before you place the iPod onto the unit. may differ.
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 Press NX to start playback. Select a track or Press . or > (or
4 Press VOLUME +/– (or turn chapter of
audiobook/
. m or M > on
the unit) repeatedly.
VOLUME on the unit) to adjust
podcast
the volume.
Locate a point Hold down m or M
Notes while listening (or . m or M >
• When you connect an iPod to the unit, the
to the music on the unit) during
iPod is automatically turned on if the unit is
turned on.
(fast forward/ playback, then release it at
• When placing or removing the iPod fast rewind) the point you want.
– handle the iPod in the same angle as that of Locate a point Hold down . or >
the iPod connector on the unit and do not while viewing (or . m or M >
twist or sway the iPod to prevent connector
the iPod display on the unit) when
damage.
– brace the unit with one hand and take care (except for iPod playback is paused, then
not to press the controls of the iPod by Touch) release it at the point you
mistake. 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
menu item select a menu, then press
ENTER or b. components
Note You can enjoy the sound from an optional
You can confirm menu and audio component through the speakers of
item selections on the iPod this unit.
display during operation. Be sure to turn off the power of the
Return to Press MENU or B. component before making any
previous menu connections.
Turn off the Hold down NX. For details, refer to the operating
iPod instructions supplied with the connected
component.
Tip
Press and hold V or v on the remote has the 1 Connect an optional audio
similar function of turning the Click Wheel on component to the AUDIO IN L/R
the iPod counterclockwise or clockwise. jacks using an audio cord (not
supplied).
To use the unit as a battery charger
You can use the unit as a battery charger 2 Turn on the unit and the
for the iPod when the unit is on. connected component.
The charging begins when the iPod is
placed on the iPod connector. The
3 Press VOLUME – repeatedly (or
turn VOLUME on the unit
charging status appears in the iPod
display. For details, refer to the operating counterclockwise) to turn down
instructions of your iPod. the volume.
4 Press AUDIO IN (or FUNCTION
To stop charging the iPod on the unit repeatedly).
Remove the iPod.
5 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

To add a sound effect
Speaker Light
To Do this Illumination
Reinforce the Press GROOVE You can turn on or off the speaker light
bass and create repeatedly to select when the unit is turned on.
Operations
a more powerful “GROOVE”*. Use the button on the unit for the
sound operation.
Select the preset Press EQ (or PRESET
(North American model only)
sound effect EQ on the unit)
Press SPEAKER LIGHT repeatedly.
repeatedly to select the
preset effect you want. (Other models)
The preset effect name Press DEMO/SPEAKER LIGHT
appears in the display.
repeatedly.
To cancel the effect,
press EQ (or PRESET Each time you press the button, the
EQ on the unit) display changes as follows:
repeatedly to select LIGHT ON* y OFF
“FLAT”. * The speaker light will create lighting effect
according to the music source.
* The volume switches to power mode and the
equalizer curve changes.
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Changing the display Additional Information

Changing the display mode
Troubleshooting
(Except North American model)
Press DEMO/SPEAKER LIGHT on Should you encounter a problem with
your system, do the following:
the unit repeatedly while the unit is
in standby mode. 1 Make sure the power cord and
subwoofer cable (FST-GTK2i only)
Demonstration are connected correctly and firmly.
The demo display appears and the speaker
light flashes even when the unit is set to
2 Find your problem in the
standby mode. troubleshooting checklist below and
take the indicated corrective action.
No display
The demo display and speaker light are If the problem persists after doing all of
turned off. the above, consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
Note that if service personnel changes

Viewing the display some parts during repair, these parts may
information be retained.
If “PROTECT” appears on the

Press DISPLAY repeatedly while
the unit is turned on.
display
Immediately press POWER on the
You can view the USB device back panel to turn off the unit and
information as follows: unplug the power cord. Then perform
• track or file number the following items.
• track name (“ ”) • Remove anything that is blocking
• file name (“ ”) the ventilation hole.
• artist name (“ ”) • If your unit has a voltage selector,
set the voltage selector to the correct
• album name (“ ”) voltage.
• folder name (“ ”) • Disconnect the USB device and
iPod.
Notes on the display information
• Disconnect audio cord from the
• Characters that cannot be displayed appear as
“_”.
AUDIO IN L/R jacks.
• The following are not displayed correctly:
– elapsed playing time of a file encoded using After checking the above items and
a VBR (variable bit rate). fixing any problems, plug in the power
– folder and file names that do not follow cord again and turn on the unit. If the
either the ISO9660 Level 1, Level 2 or Joliet “PROTECT” still appears, or if the
in the expansion format.
cause of the problem cannot be found
even after checking all the above
items, consult your nearest Sony
dealer.
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General USB device
(Except North American model) Are you using a supported USB

The display starts flashing as soon as device?
you plug in the power cord even • If you connect an unsupported USB
though you have not press ?/1 to device, the following problems may
turn on the unit. occur. See “Compatible USB devices
• The demonstration mode started. Press with this unit” (page 26) for the
?/1 (page 10). supported device types.
– The USB device is not recognized.
There is no sound. – File or folder names are not displayed
• Make sure you press the POWER on the on this unit.
Additional Information
back panel. – Playback is not possible.
• Press VOLUME + repeatedly (turn – The sound skips.
VOLUME clockwise on the unit). – There is noise.
There is severe hum or noise. – A distorted sound is output.
• Move the unit away from the source of “OVER CURRENT” appears.
noise. • A problem has been detected with the
• Connect the unit to a different wall level of electrical current from the
outlet. (USB) port. Press POWER on the back
• Install a noise filter (commercially panel to turn off the unit and remove the
available) to the power cord. USB device from the (USB) port.
• Turn off surrounding electrical Make sure there is no problem with the
equipment. USB device. If this display pattern
The remote does not function. persists, contact your nearest Sony
• Remove the obstacles between the dealer.
remote and the unit. There is no sound.
• Move the remote closer to the unit. • The USB device is not connected
• Point the remote at the unit’s sensor. correctly. Press POWER on the back
• Replace the batteries. panel to turn off the unit and reconnect
• Move the unit away from the the USB device, then turn on the unit
fluorescent light. and check if “USB MEMORY” lights
• Place the USB device and iPod to the up in the display.
port/connector firmly.
There is noise, skipping, or distorted
(FST-GTK2i only) sound.
There is no sound from the • Press POWER on the back panel to turn
subwoofer. off the unit and reconnect the USB
• Adjust the subwoofer level to the device, then turn on the unit.
appropriate level. • The music data itself contains noise, or
• Check that the subwoofer cable and the sound is distorted.
power cord are connected securely and
correctly.
• Make sure you have turned on the
subwoofer by pressing SUBWOOFER
ON/OFF on the subwoofer.
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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
• The USB device is being connected off the unit and reconnect the USB
backwards. Connect the USB device in device, then turn on the unit.
the correct orientation. • Connect the supported USB device
(page 26).
“READING” is displayed for an
• Press NX to start playback.
extended time, or it takes a long time
before playback starts. Audio file cannot be played back.
• The reading process can take a long time • MP3 files in MP3 PRO format cannot be
in the following cases. played back.
– There are many folders or files on the • The audio file is a multiple track audio
USB device. file.
– The file structure is extremely • Some AAC files may not be played back
complex. correctly.
– The memory capacity is excessive. • WMA files in Windows Media Audio
– The internal memory is fragmented. Lossless and Professional format cannot
Thus, we recommend following these be played back.
guidelines. • USB device formatted with file systems
– Total folders on USB device: 100 or other than FAT16 or FAT32 are
less (including “ROOT” folder) unsupported.*
– Total files per folder: 100 or less • If you use partitioned USB device, only
audio files on the first partition can be
Erroneous display. played back.
• The data stored in the USB device may • Playback is possible up to 8 levels
have been corrupted. (including “ROOT” folder).
• The character codes that can be • The number of folders has exceeded 100
displayed by this unit are as follows: (including “ROOT” folder).
– Upper cases (A to Z) • The number of files in a folder has
– Numbers (0 to 9) exceeded 100.
– Symbols (’ < > * + , – . / @ [ \ ] _ `) • Files that are encrypted or protected by
Other characters may not be displayed passwords, etc. cannot be played back.
correctly.
* This unit supports FAT16 and FAT32, but
The USB device is not recognized. some USB device may not support all of these
• Press POWER on the back panel to turn FAT. For details, refer to the operating
off the unit and reconnect the USB instruction of each USB device or contact the
device, then turn on the unit. manufacturer.
• 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.
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iPod Tuner
If the iPod does not operate properly,
Severe hum or noise, or stations
check that you have removed the protect
cannot be received. (“TUNED” or
case of the iPod. If the problem persists,
use the following troubleshooting guide to “ST” flashes in the display)
remedy the problem. • Set the proper band and frequency
(page 12).
There is no sound. • Connect the antenna properly (page 9).
• Make sure the iPod is connected • Find a location and an orientation that
securely. provide good reception, then set up the
• Make sure the iPod is playing music. antenna again.
• Adjust the volume. • The supplied FM lead antenna receives
• Depending on the contents of the iPod, signals along its entire length, so make
it may take time to start playback. sure you extend it fully.
• You are using an unsupported iPod. See • Keep the antennas away from the power
“Compatible iPod models with this cord, the USB cable, the iPod and
unit” (page 27) for the supported device subwoofer cable (FST-GTK2i only) to
types. avoid picking up noise.
The sound is distorted. • Consult your nearest Sony dealer if the
supplied AM antenna has come off the
• Reduce the volume.
plastic stand.
• Set the “EQ” setting of the iPod to “Off”
• Turn off nearby electrical equipment.
or “Flat”.
A stereo FM program cannot be
The iPod cannot be operated.
received in stereo.
• Disconnect the iPod and connect the
iPod again. • Press FM MODE repeatedly until
• You are using an unsupported iPod. See “MONO” disappears from the display.
“Compatible iPod models with this Optional components
unit” (page 27) for the supported device
types.
There is no sound.
The iPod cannot be charged. • See general item “There is no sound.”
• Make sure you press the POWER on the (page 19) and check the condition of the
back panel. unit.
• Make sure the iPod is connected • Connect the component properly
securely. (page 9) while checking:
– if the cords are connected properly.
“OVER CURRENT” appears.
– if the cord plugs are firmly inserted all
• A problem has been detected with the
the way.
level of electrical current from the iPod.
• Turn on the connected component.
Press POWER on the back panel to turn
• Refer to the operating instructions
off the unit and remove the iPod. Make
supplied with the connected component
sure there is no problem with the iPod. If
and start playing.
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
Messages
other troubles not described above occur, One of the following messages may
reset the unit as follows: appear or flash in the display during
Use the buttons on the unit for the operation.
operation.
COMPLETE
1 Press POWER on the back panel to The radio preset operation ended
turn off the AC power. normally.
2 Press POWER again to turn on the DEVICE ERROR
AC power. The memory of the USB device could not
be recognized (page 19).
3 (Except North American model)
Press ?/1 to turn on the unit. NoDEVICE
No USB device is connected.
4 Press and hold NX and GROOVE
at the same time for about 5 NO TRACK
seconds. No playable audio file is loaded in the
“RESET” appears in the display. unit.
NO ARTIST
The unit is reset to the factory settings.
You need to readjust all the settings you Playable file on the USB device do not
made, such as the preset stations. has artist information.
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 (USB) port
or iPod was detected.
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.
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Precautions Specifications
On safety AUDIO POWER SPECIFICATIONS
• Completely disconnect the power cord (mains POWER OUTPUT AND TOTAL
lead) from the wall socket (mains) if it is not
going to be used for an extended period of
HARMONIC DISTORTION:
time. When unplugging the unit, always grip RDH-GTK1i USA model only
the plug. Never pull the cord itself.
• Should any solid object or liquid get into the
With 6-ohm loads, both channels driven,
system, unplug the system, and have it from 120 Hz – 10 kHz; rated 30 watts per
checked by qualified personnel before channel minimum RMS power, with no
operating it again. more than 0.7% total harmonic distortion
• (For customers in United States and Canada from 250 miliwatts to rated output.
only)
One blade of the plug is wider than other for Amplifier section
the purpose of safety and will fit to the wall
outlet only one way. If you are unable to insert FST-GTK2i
the plug fully into the outlet, contact your
The following are measured at
dealer.
• The AC power cord can be changed only by a AC 127 V, 60 Hz
qualified service facility.
Front speaker:
On placement Power Output (rated)
• Do not place the system in an inclined 35 W + 35 W (at 6 :, 1 kHz, 1% THD)
position or in locations that are extremely hot, RMS output power (reference)
cold, dusty, dirty, or humid or lacking 110 W + 110 W (per channel at 6 :,
adequate ventilation, or subject to vibration,
direct sunlight or a bright light. 1 kHz)
• Be careful when placing the unit or subwoofer Subwoofer:
on surfaces that have been specially treated RMS output power (reference)
(for example, with wax, oil, polish) as staining 230 W (8 :, 100 Hz)
or discoloration of the surface may result.
FST-GTK1i and RDH-GTK1i
On heat buildup
• Heat buildup on the unit during operation is North American model only
normal and is not a cause for alarm. The following are measured at
• Do not touch the cabinet if it has been used
continuously at a high volume because the
AC 120 V, 60 Hz
cabinet may have become hot. Front speaker:
• Do not obstruct the ventilation holes.
RMS output power (reference)
On the speaker system 110 W + 110 W (per channel at 6 :,
This speaker system is not magnetically 1 kHz)
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
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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
Front speaker:
tuning interval)
RMS output power (reference)
531 kHz – 1,710 kHz (with 9 kHz
75 W + 75 W (per channel at 6 :,
tuning interval)
1 kHz, 10% THD)
Other models:
Other models 530 kHz – 1,610 kHz (with 10 kHz
The following are measured at tuning interval)
Mexican model: 531 kHz – 1,602 kHz (with 9 kHz
AC 127 V, 60 Hz tuning interval)
Other models: Intermediate frequency
AC 120, 220, 240 V, 50/60 Hz 53 kHz
Front speaker: USB section

Power Output (rated) Supported bit rate*
35 W + 35 W (at 6 :, 1 kHz, 1% THD) MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer-3):
RMS output power (reference) 32 kbps – 320 kbps, VBR
110 W + 110 W (per channel at 6 :, WMA: 48 kbps – 192 kbps
1 kHz) AAC: 48 kbps – 320 kbps
Input * Compatibility with all encoding/
writing software, recording devices
AUDIO IN L/R: and recording media cannot be
Voltage 1 V, impedance 47 kilohms guarantee.
Output Sampling frequencies
SUBWOOFER OUT (FST-GTK2i only) MP3 (MPEG 1 Audio Layer-3):
32 kHz/44.1 kHz/48 kHz
Tuner section WMA: 44.1 kHz
FM stereo, FM/AM superheterodyne tuner AAC: 44.1 kHz
Antenna: Transfer speed
FM lead antenna Full-speed
AM loop antenna Supported USB device
Mass Storage Class
FM tuner section Maximum current
Tuning range 500 mA
North American and Brazilian models:
87.5 MHz – 108.0 MHz (100 kHz step) iPod section
Other models: DC5V 500 mA MAX
87.5 MHz – 108.0 MHz (50 kHz step)
Intermediate frequency
225 kHz
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Speakers Mass (Approx.)

HCD-GTK2i/HCD-GTK1i:
Unit 12.5 kg (27 lb 9 oz)
HCD-GTK2i (for FST-GTK2i)/ SA-WGTK2i:
HCD-GTK1i (for FST-GTK1i/ 11.5 kg (25 lb 6 oz)
RDH-GTK1i) Supplied accessories
Speaker system Remote Commander:
2-way, coaxial • RM-AMU098 (North American
Speaker unit model only) (1)
Woofer: 160 mm (6 1/2 in), cone type • RM-AMU092 (other models) (1)
Tweeter: 40 mm (1 5/8 in), cone type FM lead/AM loop antenna (1)
Rated impedance R03 (size AAA) batteries (2)
6 ohms Subwoofer cable (FST-GTK2i only)
Subwoofer (1)
SA-WGTK2i (for FST-GTK2i) Design and specifications are subject to
Subwoofer system change without notice.
1-way, 1-driver, Bass reflex
Speaker unit
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)
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Product name Model name

Compatible USB IC Recorder ICD-UX71 / UX81 /
UX91
devices with this unit ICD-SX68 / SX78 / SX88
You can use the following Sony USB ICD-SX700 / SX800 /
devices on this unit. Other USB devices SX900
cannot be used on this unit.
ICD-UX200 / UX300 /
UX400
Verified Sony USB device
ICD-SX750 / SX850 /
Product name Model name SX950
Walkman® NWZ-B133 / B135 / MICROVAULT USM1GL / 2GL / 4GL /
B133F / B135F 8GL / 16GL
NWZ-B142 / B143 / USM1GLX / 2GLX /
B142F / B143F 4GLX / 8GLX / 16GLX
NWD-E023F / E025F
Notes
NWZ-E435F / E436F / • The unit is unable to read data in NTFS
E438F format.
NWZ-E343 / E344 / E345 • The unit is unable to read data other than that
saved in the first partition of a hard disk drive.
NWZ-S636F / S638F / • Do not use USB devices other than these USB
S639F devices. Operation of models not listed here is
not guaranteed.
NWZ-S736F / S738F /
• Operation may not always be ensured even
S739F when using these USB devices.
NWZ-A726 / A728 / • Some of these USB devices may not be
A729 / A726B / A728B available for purchase in certain areas.
• When formatting the above models, be sure to
NWZ-A826 / A828 / format using the model itself or the dedicated
A829 formatting software for that model.
NWZ-W202 • Please do not connect iPod to USB port.
• When connecting a USB device to the unit, be
NWZ-X1050 / X1060 sure to connect after the display “Creating
Library” or “Creating Database” on the USB
NWZ-S744 / S745
device has disappeared.
NWZ-E443 / E444 / E445
NWZ-S544 / S545
NWZ-A845 / A846 /
A847
NWZ-W252 / W253
NWZ-B152F / B153F
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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 nano iPod touch iPod nano iPod touch
5th generation 2nd generation 4th generation 1st generation
(video camera) (video)
iPod nano iPod classic iPod nano iPod

3rd generation 2nd generation 5th generation
(video) (aluminum) (video)
iPod nano iPod iPod iPod mini

1st generation 4th generation 4th generation
(color display)
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.
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